Bethany leadership changes hands at tumultuous meeting
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Bethany leadership changes hands at tumultuous meeting
Bethany Republican-Clipper Vol. 87, No. 12 www.bethanyclipper.com Bethany leadership changes hands at tumultuous meeting Submitted photo Royalty at the diner: Kasey McFall and Kiana Bennett, center, wear the crowns of the South Harrison prom king and queen. A 1950s diner served as the backdrop for Saturday night’s prom festivities. Other members of the court are, from the left, Hunter Purdun, Chase Nail, J. D. Johnson and Maggie Jennings. The prom couples were introduced during the promenade in the gymnasium followed by the dance in the Commons. Other pictures from the prom are inside this week’s Clipper. Russell Stover outlet store to close Russell Stover employees were caught off guard when told recently by company officials that the Bethany factory outlet store would close on May 7. Shelly Cady, who has been the store manager for past year, said she was shocked to learn that the store had been sold and would be closing just before Mother’s Day. The Russell Stover store has been fulfilling the sweet tooth of thousands of travellers on I-35 for the past 18 years. Tour buses have made it a practice to stop in Bethany to let their passengers fill up their sacks on the way to Branson and other points south and north. Cady said the timing of the store’s closing came after a year in which sales had increased by 30%. “We knocked it out of the park,” she said. Cady said she has been told that the location has been sold, but “I don’t know who bought it.” A local contractor had been in the store recently doing some measurements. Cady said she feels sorry for the customers who have patronized the store over the years. “People have been pretty upset,” she said. “We have people coming in from out of state sometimes twice a year.” The store employees have been April 20, 2016 75 Cents The official newspaper of Harrison County, Missouri Bethany, Missouri 64424 Lingering bitterness over rhetoric in the April 5 municipal election was in the air after newly-elected Mayor Joe Johnson and council members Gene Ishmael and Randy Brejnik took their oaths of office Monday night at City Hall. The City Council meeting room was packed with a standing-roomonly crowd as the reins of city government were transferred from ex-Mayor Patrick Miller and former council members Randy Mann and Lance Johns to the new administration. The transition was less than cordial as both sides engaged in sometimes heated exchanges as soon as the new officials took their seats. Miller asked Johnson to answer rumors that he planned to abandon the South Tax Increment Finance district and the North TIF District projects. Johnson said he would continue to support the North TIF district where work already is in progress on the extension of 39th Street. “We want to finish 39th Street, but we want to do it in the right way,” Johnson said. But the new mayor said he does not support the continuation of the South TIF District because “we don’t have enough time” to complete the project by the 2017 deadline. The South TIF district calls for the construction of new streets south of the Walmart Store connecting with a proposed street near Northwest Implement. “The south district needs to be dissolved and the money given back to the schools” and other taxing entities, Johnson said. The council approved a motion by Eastward Alderman Todd Williams to table a decision on the future of the South District. Randy Brejnik said the city needs to talk with the TIF Republican-Clipper photo New officials: Newly-elected Bethany East Ward Alderman Gene Ishmael, West Ward Alderman Randy Brejnik and Mayor Joe Johnson took their oaths of office at the start of the City Council meeting on Monday night. committee before making any decision. The South TIF District has accumulated about $1.5 million in tax revenue from property owners in the district. The South Harrison school district would receive the largest share of any refund. The City Council set a special meeting for 5:30 p.m. next Monday night, April 25, involving the TIF board and taxing authorities in the district to discuss the future of the project. Johnson left open the possibility that infrastructure could be built in the area between Walmart and John Deere under a new TIF project that would involve a general obligation bond issue. Casey Guernsey, who was serving as the city’s economic developer through Axiom Strategies, was cut short when he attempted to ask questions of the mayor about online posts and comments he had made to the Republican-Clipper. Guernsey said it appeared that the new administration wasn’t willing to answer any questions from the public. “I can ask any question that I want,” Guernsey told Johnson. That drew a remark from Council- man Ishmael who said “it sounds like sour grapes to me.” Miller said, “I would like to stop some of the rumors that are floating around.” The ex-mayor and former council members exited the room and stood in the hallway outside the room as the council began its regular business session. City Administrator Jan Hagler presented information to the new council about a proposal to remove asbestos tiles from the roof of the library parking lot. Pigeons roosting above the tiles have been causing a mess on the library grounds. “The asbestos will have to be treated as hazardous waste,” Johnson said. Hagler said the bids on removing the tile have been lower than expected but she is waiting for a bid from another contractor. In another report, Hagler said bids on the sidewalk project near the elementary school will have to be delayed until August while easements are cleared up along 24th Street. Johnson indicated during the meeting that he favors hiring two See meeting on page 2. City officer appointments confirmed Republican-Clipper photo Bad news for chocolate fans: Store manager Shelly Cady, left, and employee Danielle Oehring are continuing to serve customers during the final days of the Russell Stover factory outlet store in Bethany. The store will close on May 7. offered severance pay or may be able to take other positions with the company. The Russell Stover outlet opened on Jan. 1, 1998, at a location on 39th Street, north of Dairy Queen. It moved to the former Hardee’s restau- rant building in 2006, according to City Hall. With only a few days left before the store shuts it doors, the company has been attempting to clear the inventory by offering steep discounts on candy. Mayor Joe Johnson returned to the practice of making annual appointments of city officers during Monday night’s City Council meeting. The city had gone to open-ended appointments of city officers under a recent ordinance change. Johnson said annual appointments would conform to Missouri’s constitution and complained that the appointment power has been taken away from the mayor. “We have used the one-year term since 1848,” Johnson said. Johnson nominated City Administrator Jan Hagler for a one-year term in her position. He also reappointed Becky Turley as city treasurer, Cristine Stallings as city attorney and reappointed Chief of Police Bryan Groom and the police officers. The council confirmed the mayor’s appointments. The council then elected Nita Schroff as city clerk. Several other board positions were approved at Monday night’s meeting: l Wray Kiralfy was appointed to a four-year term on the Bethany Housing Authority. l Susan Legaard, Bill Slaughter and Doris Baker were appointed to the Industrial Development Board. l Jay Hemenway, Nick Fitzgerald and Joe Campbell were appointed to the Park Board. l Leona Weddle and Fred Daily were appointed to the Planning and Zoning Board. l Delsa Brooks and Deborah O’Neal were appointed to the Zoning Board of Adjustments. Erik Coffey hired as director of North Central Career Center Erik Coffey will be returning to South Harrison to take a position as director of the North Central Career Center. The South Harrison Board of Education offered a contract to Coffey at Thursday night’s meeting in the high school library. Coffey, a former teacher and football coach at South Harrison, Suspicious person causes lockdown The South Harrison Elementary School was placed on lockdown Tuesday afternoon after a student reported seeing a suspicious individual in the northeast parking lot of the school. Law officers were called to the school but did not find the person in question. The incident remains under investigation. The lockdown was lifted and students were dismissed at the usual time, said Supt. Dennis Eastin. currently is at Trenton High School where he is an assistant principal and an assistant football coach under Wes Croy. Coffey and his wife, BG, have continued to live in Bethany and are parents of two children, Crea, a second grader, and Carci, a sixth grader at South Harrison. BG works in the TRIO program at Graceland University, where she serves as a liaison with the North Harrison, Ridgeway and South Harrison schools. “I feel fortunate to get back in this school system,” Coffey said. He will succeed Bill Pottorff, who will be leaving NCCC to become principal at the Cainsville R-1 school. Coffey is a graduate of Graceland where he obtained a degree in physi- cal education and health. He later received a master’s through William Woods University. In other business, the school board held its reorganizational meeting following the April 5 election when C.F. Rainey and Terry Daniel were reelected to the board. Jack McCall was elected president of the school board. Caleb Guernsey will serve as vice president, Chad Smith as secretary and Jeanna Stratton will continue as treasurer. Daniel was elected as MSBA representative and Rainey as an alternate. The board approved the 201617 district goals and reviewed the A-Plus program, the special educa- See director on page 2. Cainsville man man flees with children in vehicle A Cainsville man who allegedly led law officers on a high speed chase on gravel roads with two unsecured young children in his car was charged Friday with two counts of child endangerment and resisting arrest. Officers reported that they went to a residence in the 1300 block of Vine Street in Cainsville on Thursday to assist the Juvenile Office and Missouri Children’s Division with an assessment of the home while following up on an abuse hotline call. According to a probable cause affidavit filed by the sheriff’s office, a man at the residence identified as Adam Geoffrey Flora, 33, was uncooperative and made threats to harm the officers and others present. Flora attempted to leave the residence with the children, age 9 and 7. He was told that the children would have to remain at the home until the assessment had been completed. Sheriff Josh Eckerson told Flora not to leave with the children. Flora reportedly disregarded the orders and took off at a high rate of speed spinning his tires and throwing gravel. Sheriff Eckerson and Deputy Jake Wills attempted to stop Flora as he left the residence at a high rate of speed and headed north on Route V. Flora, who was driving a convertible with its top down, was pursued onto East 330th Avenue. Because of concerns over the safety of the children, the officers reduced their speed to 60 miles an hour and continued to follow Flora at a safer speed. They observed Flora’s vehicle pulling into a field entrance. Flora was taken into custody and the children were released unharmed. The officers said that both children were not wearing safety devices during the pursuit and were visibly upset and crying. Prosecuting Attorney Cristine Stallings charged Flora with two counts of child endangerment for knowingly acting in a manner that created a substantial risk to life and injury to children under the age of 17. He was also charged with resisting arrest. Flora will be arraigned at 1:30 p.m. on April 20 in the court of Associate Circuit Judge Thomas Alley. He is being held in the Harrison County Jail on $10,000 bond. Erik Coffey Weather April 12 April 13 April 14 April 15 April 16 April 17 April 18 HighLow 59 40 70 47 71 31 74 57 76 58 76 62 65 52 Prec. None None None None None None .44 Five-Day Forecast Thunder showers are expected on Thursday with a high of 68. It will be sunny on Friday. The weekend should be perfect with highs in in the mid to upper 70s. Temperatures provided by KAAN Page 2 April 20, 2016 We remember when . . . A look back at the history of Harrison County from the pages of the Bethany Republican-Clipper. 125 Years Ago April 23, 1891 Dr. Alexander has sold his property east of the Poynter House to Andy Flint. T.B. Sherer & Son have placed quite a novelty in their store in the shape of an electric cigar lighter. Any person buying a cigar there now can light it by electricity without extra charge. An electric shock also thrown in if desired. 70 Years Ago April 24, 1946 The odds are prohibited that the same thing could occur again and not bring worse results, but Bert Jennings was not badly hurt Friday forenoon when a truck hit his wagon from behind, on a bridge throwing him over a banister into soft mud at the edge of the stream, in a fall of about 14 feet. Wilbur Cole of Bethany, one of the leading Aberdeen Angus breeders of Harrison County, paid $1,500 last week for a heifer at the J.C. Penney farm near Hamilton. 60 Years Ago April 25, 1956 Representatives of 15 Missouri and Iowa towns reported here Monday night at a meeting called by the Bethany Chamber of Commerce to hear an explanation of a proposal to “seed” clouds over and area up to a million acres to produce greater amounts of rain in the target zone. Since Friday afternoon, Bethany has been getting its water supply from the west one of two limestone bound pools at the old quarry. Estimates are that this source may provide water for two weeks, perhaps longer. 40 Years Ago April 21, 1976 A system has been established whereby the value of farmland for tax purposes is determined by its productivity, scores of county judges and county clerks were told Thursday in Bethany. Newly-elected mayor Neal Bullock and the Bethany City Council had differences of opinion Monday night over some of Bullock’s choices for appointive office. 20 Years Ago April 24, 1996 A Blue Spring’s, Mo., company has received state clearance to build a 28-unit apartment complex in Bethany. Plans by a Chicago man to establish two concentrated swine production farms in Harrison County have led to a push for imposing regulations on the county level to control the operations. Cainsville Mayor Larry Fox hopes to break what he terms the “logjam” over funding for a sewer project for his community by making a direct appeal to higher authorities–even to the president of the United States. Ron Wagner, vice president and chief operating officer of the Bank Northwest facility in Bethany, was promoted April 16 to the capacity of president of Bank Northwest. Dry conditions and high winds combined to fuel an outbreak of grass fires last week in Harrison County that had firefighters literally running from one fire to the next. The Noel T. Adams ambulance district has started a drive to raise funds to purchase rescue equipment for farm accidents. Director (Continued From Page 1) tion program and migratory services, English as a second language and the homeless program. The board awarded the floor contract for the building trades class to O’Neil’s Home Furnishings. The board offered contracts to Christopher Schoning as a middle school social studies teacher and Katelynn Brown as elementary art teacher. Mike Wilhelm will replace Pottorff as the head varsity girls’ basketball coach. Meeting (Continued From Page 1) more police officers and beefing up the street department. The city currently has four street workers while it had eight workers during Johnson’s previous term as mayor. “We need to think about manpower levels and restore them to what they were 20 years ago,” Johnson said. Hagler said the street department is still able to handle the job. “We are trying to use more contractors and seasonal labor,” she said. The second bill is HB2069, which places a ban on the donation or sale of fetal tissue. Last summer, a number of videos surfaced revealing that some abortion clinics were donating or selling aborted baby parts to medical research labs. We heard contentious, party-line debate this week on We keep proving that species evolve; but, fail to heed what we learn. As we find new ways to kill pests, the pests evolve by developing resistance to each new miracle cure. When first used in WWII, penicillin was a by J Eggleston, State Rep., 2nd District Bethany Republican-Clipper 202 North 16th Street or P.O. 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He wants to place responsibilities for maintaining lettered highways on the state’s 114 counties. Rep. Bryan Spencer’s bill would “compensate” the counties for the additional responsibilities by giving them a 10% increase in CART road funds, which presumably would pay for the work of maintaining the hundreds of miles of blacktop roads within those jurisdictions. As you would expect, this is a total nonstarter. It may be tempting to give MoDOT some relief from maintaining 34,000 miles of roadway, the most in the nation, but a slight increase in CART aid would never begin to pay for these roads. The state’s non-primary highways already are deteriorating from the highway department’s recent decision to place most of its effort on the major routes. Most rural counties are hard pressed in maintaining their gravel roads. Harrison County has been fortunate to have a halfcent sales tax that supplies gravel for the township roads. Without that, the township roads would have long sunk into the spring- time mud. How would anyone expect that these counties could somehow take on the burden of repaving and maintaining the present state routes? That would require a huge investment by county taxpayers who would have to employ engineers to design these roads as well as hire new road workers. Even with more CART money, it’s unlikely that Harrison County has the resources to take over Editorial responsibilities for a single lettered route. We wonder what world Rep. Spencer lives in; certainly not ours. A representative of the rich suburbs west of St. Louis has no idea what it would take for rural counties in northern Missouri to maintain a new set of highways. Old-timers remember what it was like back in the days before the state established a network of paved farm-to-market roads. Going back to that era would be a catastrophe for agriculture production at a time when Missouri strives to maintain its position as one of the nation’s most robust farm economies.—Phil Conger. When super weeds arrive farmers need test results Movement of three big bills In my last capitol report, I discussed how the legislature often deals with numerous bills that are so mundane that they are rarely reported on by the media. This week, I want to let you know about three bills with movement in Jeff City of a meatier nature. The first is SJR39, the religious freedom bill. This bill addresses religious freedoms versus gay rights in the debate over whether the government can compel clergy and small business owners to participate in gay weddings. The first House committee to hear this bill held a hearing on it this week, and will vote on it next week. If it passes, it must go through another committee and then be heard on the House floor. Ultimately, SJR39 will not make law, but will allow the voters of Missouri to weigh in on the issue at the ballot box. Bethany Republican-Clipper or teacher wanted protection in case of an intruder shooting like what happened at Umpqua College in Oregon last summer. That bill has now been “laid over” (put on the back burner), and may be brought up and finished later this session. I will continue to keep you abreast of these and other important legislation, or you may follow them at house.mo.gov. Until next time, best wishes of safety, health and prosperity to you and your family. miracle drug saving lives from infections. Long and wide use of penicillin led to resistant strains of microbes that the antibiotic could not kill. Some microbes resist any drug we throw at them. Whether in hospitals or in farmer fields, we continue to shock ourselves on what we wrought. Today, Missouri farmers face many weeds that herbicides don’t kill. It’s to the point that some can be called monster weeds. Modern mutations in weeds wipe out fields of soybeans. Not long ago, we could drive down country roads and see miles of weed-free bean fields. Not now. In recent years, skinny weeds began showing above that solid green canopy of bean leaves. Glyphosate (Roundup) resistant waterhemp arrived. In all species there are genetic variations. That is why we all don’t look alike. Each of us has slightly different DNA guiding our growth. Those genetic variations occur in humans, microbes, insects, weeds, grasses and beef cows. Each living organism has its own genetic code. Some weeds are naturally resistant to herbicide such as Roundup. Most will be vulnerable to a new weed killer. Those are wiped out with one spraying. That made Roundup so popular that soon most farmers used it. However, a few resistant individual plants escaped. Those flourished, producing seed. In a few generations most all in the population held the resistant gene. Resistance is inherited. It is not just wide use, but misuse of herbicide that allows spread of super pests. Last year, Kevin Bradley, MU Extension weed specialist, warned farmers about herbicide cutbacks this year. Facing lower income, some farmers might be tempted spray half a dose of herbicide to control weeds. Half a dose would allow more resistant weeds to survive, Bradley warned. This week, Dr. Bradley gave his Hometown boy Duane Dailey Professor emeritus, MU promotion seminar to support justification for going to full professor. It’s time Bradley becomes permanent at MU. He came to Missouri in 2003, a new PhD in weed science. One of his first calls was from a farmer near KCI airport. His herbicide no longer killed weeds. Bradley found fields of glyphosate-resistant waterhemp. After 17 years of raising soybeans with the same herbicide, the farmer had a solid stand of resistant weeds. Crop rotation and rotation of herbicides has long been the recommen- dation of Extension specialists. In 2004, Bradley earned the honor of being the first scientist to report herbicide resistance in weeds. From that, his career took a new path: Studying resistance and helping Missouri farmers learn to not make the same blunder. That’s not easy. In his seminar, Bradley said: I try to convince farmers to use a complex system, when they have a very simple system that works. One herbicide, one time on one crop. His second lesson: Herbicideresistant weeds are not a problem until they reach my field. It’s taken years, but now farmers see the seriousness of resistance. Bradley said: When they call now they say tell me what to do and I’ll do it. Often, when a farmer saw resistance develop he doubled or tripled the dose of weed killer. That developed super resistant weeds. Only one weed need survive. But, it carries one tough survival gene. That’s great granddaddy of very hardy weeds. The advantage of having Bradley here: Missouri farmers are ahead in recognizing dangers of resistant weeds. His seminar should be heard by every farmer – and state legislator. It is good to have a smart unbiased source of information at MU Extension. Guess the reaction of that first resistant weed report. The corporate maker of Roundup urged Bradley to not report it. But, a land-grant university provides independent advice to help all farmers and consumers. Contact duanedailey7@gmail. com. Harrison County Weekly Report Marriage License Anthony Rafhael Avalos, 19, Gilman City, Mo. and Julia Rae Turiello, 20, Gilman City, Mo. Scott Edward Mullen, 25, Pattonsburg, Mo. Holly Elizabeth Morris, 24, Pattonsburg, Mo. Real Estate Transfers Marilyn June Fordyce, C.L. Fordyce to Marilyn June Fordyce, C.L. Fordyce Frieda E. Griffith, Gene Moses Griffith, Herbert Gene Griffith to Gene Moses Griffith Kadolph Rentals LLC to Judith A. Roeslein Gary DeJarnette, Deanne DeJarnette to Gary DeJarnette trustee, Deann DeJarnette trustee, DeJarnette Family Trust Larry W. Bunker to Family Lucky Seven Farm LLC Jamee R Cornett, Jamee R. Teel to Lincoldn T. Waldier, Barbara L. White Cody Nelsen, Hayley Nelsen to Michelle Lee Lindeman Suits Filed Midwestern Health Management Inc. vs. Alissa G. Ury, suit on account Midwestern Health Management Inc. vs. Natasha M. Selby, suit on account Bethany Building Center vs. Dean Lawson, suit on account Bethany Building Center vs. DJ McIn- tosh, suit on account Bethany Building Center vs. Toby Craig, suit on account City of Bethany vs. Shadow Phillips, suit on account State of Missouri vs. Jacob J. Eide, unlawful use of drug paraphernalia State of Missouri vs. Christopher E. Jessee, driving while revoked/suspended 1st offense State of Missouri vs. Jesse D. Lykins, DWI-alcohol; exceeded posted speed limit State of Missouri vs. Alfred J. Brown, possession of up to 35 grams marijuana State of Missouri vs. Sarah K. Pickren, operate a motor vehicle in a careless and imprudent manner; no seat belt State of Missouri vs. Alexander Todd Canny, unlawful use of drug paraphernalia; exceeded posted speed limit State of Missouri vs. Randall Edward Beerbower, driving while revoked/suspended 1st offense State of Missouri vs. Brandon L. Rairden, 2 counts violation of protection for adult State of Missouri vs. Craig A. Troester, 2 counts of theft/stealing State of Missouri vs. Craig A. Troester, 2 counts burglary-2nd degree State of Missouri vs. Gary Duane Miles, DWI-alcohol-chronic offender; failed to drive on right half of highway Circuit Court Division II Exceeded post speed limit: fined $55.50, Ryan B. Andrade, Waunakee, WI; fined $55.50, Matrese H. Benkofske, Liberty, MO; fined $55.50, Christina Marie Booth, Blythedale, MO; fined $80.50, Zachary S. Crum, Newton, IA; fined $55.50, Kenna G. Daugherty, Fisherville, KY; fined $55.50, Kenneth Matthew Foust, Des Moines, IA; fined $155.50, Ruth Lynn France, St. Joseph, MO; fined $80.50, Prentice James Hanes, Prairie Village, KS; fined $155.50, Helen Jean Johnson, Fridley, MN; fined $55.50, Jacob D. Loffredo, Kansas City, MO; fined $55.50, Karthik Makanahally Lindegowda, West Des Moines, Iowa; fined $80.50, Silvia M. Manriquez Quezada, Kaukauna, WI; fined $155.50, Matthew G.Matsch, Leawood, KS; fined $55.50, Jennifer Kate Moore, Pattonsburg, MO; fined $55.50, Deanna Christine Robertson, Independence, MO; fined $80.50, Sebastian Arujo Roca, Tierra Verde, FL; fined $80.50, Carmen J. Rodriguez, Aurora, IL; fined $80.50, Mai Chou Ryvlin, Russellville, AR; fined $80.50, Joshua Sean Schoggins, Fort Worth, TX; fined $55.50, Jeffrey Floyd Scislow, Apple Valley, MN; fined $55.50, Heather Marie Stark, Laredo, MO; fined $80.50, Lisa Olga Stoothoff, Overland Park, KS; fined $55.50, Andrew Welp Vanschepen, Waterloo, IA; fined $55.50, Gary D. Wurl, Houston, TX; fined $49.50, Elizabeth Ann Dye, Galveston, TX; fined $55.50, Nikki M. Schaul, Maron, IA No seat belt: fined $10.00, Casey Joe Cornelison, Cainsville, MO; fined $10.00, Katherine Renee Elam, Coffee, MO; fined $10.00, Trevor Wade Hunter, Coffey, MO Failed to display plates on motor vehicle/trailer: fined $30.50, Jacob D. Loffredo, Kansas City, MO Failed to register motor vehicle: fined $30.50, Michael Douglas Walker, Barnard, MO Failed to equip vehicle with muffler/ adequate muffler/properly attached muffler: fined $245.50, Stephen M. Gilgus, Leawood, KS Fail to drive within right lane of highway with 2 or more lanes in same direction: fined $30.50, Michael Richard Krause, Des Moines, IA Building Permits April 15- Roena Collins, 1008 Garland, roofing April 18- Janice Fisher, 1400 Hubbard, metal roof & metal siding Bethany Republican-Clipper April 20, 2016 Page 3 Bethany receives grant from utility alliance Human remains found near Pattonsburg Bethany’s electric department has received a grant from the Missouri Public Energy Pool (MoPEP) to support upgrades to the city’s electrical system. The grant is part of the MoPEP Power Infrastructure Grant Program. Bethany is using the grant of $82,393 for the replacement of breakers in the electric substation in South Bethany. “These upgrades will help Bethany’s electric department to provide better system reliability to its electric utility customers,” said Duncan Kincheloe, president and general manager of the Missouri Public Utility Alliance. “Projects like Bethany’s that strengthen local infrastructure also bring greater reliability and efficiency to the entire MoPEP partnership.” The MoPEP grant program assists member utilities in invest in long term capital assets of their local electric systems to improve reliability and Human remains found in a farm field near Pattonsburg are believed to be those of a man who disappeared after stealing a police cruiser in Kansas City, Mo. Harrison County Sheriff Josh Eckerson said the identity of the body has not been confirmed until DNA testing has been completed at the Kansas City Crime Lab. Joshua Boyd, 30, allegedly stole the Kansas City Police Department cruiser from a gas station in August Republican-Clipper photo Grant for electric department: Mayor Joe Johnson receives a grant check from Ewell Lawson of the Missouri Public Utility Alliance. The $82,393 grant will be used to pay for upgrades at the power substation. efficiency of electric infrastructure for systems supplied through MoPEP. Funds requested under the program must be used for acquisition of capital assets used in the operations of the electric utility.” The following is a listing of general highway maintenance and construction work in the Harrison County planned for the week of April 18-25 from the Missouri Department of Transportation. • Route 46 – Pothole patching, April 19 – 22 • Route A – From U.S. Route 69 to Route T; shoulder work, April 20 – 21 • Route 146 – From U.S. Route 136 to Route MM; shoulder work, April 21 – 22 For more information about a project, please contact MoDOT at 1-888-ASK-MoDOT (888-2756636) or visit www.modot.org/northwest/. Bethany man charged after injury accident Willy Morin, 23, of Bethany was arrested on numerous charges after three persons, including two children, were injured in an accident Saturday night in Gentry County. Morin was the driver of an SUV that was involved in a Highway Patrol pursuit on Route A in Gentry County. Officers deployed spike sticks to deflate tires on the vehicle during the chase which originated because of traffic violations. Morin was reported to have intentionally driven the SUV off the roadway. Morin jumped out of the moving vehicle before it hit an embankment and overturned onto its side. Three passengers in the vehicle, Lacie Bever, 32, Cadence Brumley, 9, and Cayden Brumley, 6, all from Worth, were taken to Northwest Medical Center in Albany for treatment of minor injuries. The Highway Patrol reported that none of the occupants were wearing safety devices. Morin was arrested after a short pursuit on foot. He was charged in Gentry County with speeding, failure to drive on the right half of the road, failing to have a valid license, driving while intoxicated/drug related, possession of drug paraphernalia, failure to secure a child in a seat belt, failure to secure a child in a booster seat and resisting arrest by fleeing. He also was charged with three counts of first degree endangering the welfare of a child. Ms. Bever also was charged with two counts of endangering the welfare of a child and marijuana possession. Morin and Bever are to be arraigned today (Wednesday) in Gentry County Circuit Court. Perennials & Fruit Trees . . . are here ! Plus Big Selection of . . . Marc Taormina, MD, Early Bedding Plants Onion Sets Sweet Onions Strawberry Plants OPEN : 8 AM - 6:30 PM Monday - Saturday Seed Potatoes completed postgraduate training and a fellowship at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center. He has been in practice since 1982. Patients needing referrals to Dr. Taormina should contact their primary health care provider. Closed Sunday 641-446-4778 Becky Sperry was recently honored at an awards ceremony at The Chateau on the Lake Hotel and Conference center in Branson Missouri. She received the “STAR OF THE YEAR AWARD” for outstanding service. Becky has been a licensed nurse at the Bethany Care Center for the past 9 years. Both the residents and fellow staff as someone who can be counted on and who is always willing to go the extra mile for the comfort and care of the residents who live there know her. Her kindness and compassion shows through each and every day. Gift Certificates Available! Yutzy's Greenhouse Local nurse receives high honor for outstanding service Becky Sperry Authorities were never able to find Boyd, but Jackson County prosecutors filed second degree robbery and resisting arrest charges against him. The Gallatin North Missourian reported last week that Tab Siddens, of Albany was checking a field east of I-35 on Monday, April 11, to see if it was dry enough to plant corn. He made the grim discovery of the human remains and shotgun. Roadwork for Harrison County, April 18 - 25 Specialist joins hospital’s staff Harrison County Community Hospital has announced that Marc Taormina, MD, a gastrointestinal specialist, will be holding monthly clinics at the hospital’s Outpatient Specialty Clinic. Dr. Taormina, who is board certified in gastroenterology, internal medicine, and geriatric medicine, specializes in the detection and prevention of colorectal cancer, hemorrhoid treatment and managing inflammatory bowel disorders such as Crohn’s disease and colitis. “The ability to see not only a gastroenterologist, but physicians from nearly 20 other specialties, is an enormous convenience for our patients,” said Kelly Pottorff, the hospital’s chief executive officer. “Rather than making our patients drive to a distant facility to see a specialist, they are able to have consultations or procedures in Bethany,” he added. Dr. Taormina earned his medical degree at the University of MissouriKansas City School of Medicine and of 2014. Police officers had chased the stolen cruiser at speeds surpassing 100 miles an hour. Boyd reportedly called his father during the chase and told him that was going to visit his deceased mother and grandfather. Officers found the cruiser abandoned at the 75-mile marker of I-35. An extensive manhunt was conducted by area police, Highway Patrol and sheriff’s officers in the countryside north of Pattonsburg. 601 NW 4th Street Republican-Clipper photo Candidate makes local stop: Catherine Hanaway, Republican candidate for governor, visited the Harrison County Courthouse on Wednesday during a campaign tour across North Missouri. Hanaway, a resident of the St. Louis area, broke ground for women in Missouri politics when she was elected speaker of the Missouri House, the only woman to serve in that position. “We passed a lot of meaningful legislation” after Republicans took the majority in the House in 2002, Hanaway said. During her visit to Bethany, Hanaway called for more efficiency in transportation spending. She said MoDOT faces a challenge in maintaining 34,000 miles of highways but opposes turning the lettered highways over to the counties, as has been proposed in the Legislature. Decatur, Iowa Showing: April 22 - April 28 Now Showing COMING SOON Daily at 7:00pm Saturday & Sunday 2:00 & 7:00 Be Informed. Read the Republican-Clipper BULL’S EYE TRADING Payday Loans/Buy/Sell/Trade/Pawn Sign Up NOW for the Conceal/Carry Class PAWN LOANS $79 PAYDAY LOANS Sat. 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Perhaps we should Handicapped accessible spread that good news, and “Declare his glory among the nations, Bethany United encourage others to do likewise. his marvelous deeds among all peoples.” Methodist – Christopher Simon —Psalm 96:3 NIV 2703 Crestview, Bethany Michael Dunlap, pastor 9:30 a.m. Worship • Comfortable • Quiet • Spacious Queen & King Rooms 10:40 am Sunday School Wheelchair accessible. •Continental Breakfast • High Speed Wireless Internet • Meeting Room Bible Baptist 660-425-7915 •4014 Miller Street • Bethany, MO 64424 Matt Deardorff, pastor, 12th & Miller, 425-7775 10 a.m. Sunday school; 1104 S. 25th OPEN 11 a.m. Worship; 6 A.M. - 11 P.M. 660-425-6353 2 p.m. afternoon service Sunday; Seven Days A Week Bethany, MO Tuesday, 7 p.m., bible study, prayer time, Kids Club Great Everyday Service, Prices, Friendly Smiles Blessed Sacrament Catholic Pharmacy 660-425-8171 1208 S 25th St., Bethany 5 pm Saturday Mass; 8:30 am Sunday Mass Blue Ridge Church Trent Willhite, pastor 9:30 am Sunday school; 10:45 am Worship •867-5218 Blythedale •867-5202 Eagleville Wednesday 7 pm Youth •872-6686 Ridgeway •Brookfield • Kearney If you have news about special church events, send your items Blythedale Christian Member F.D.I.C. Charlie McKinny, pastor before noon Monday. to the Bethany Republican-Clipper, P.O. Box 9:45 am Sunday school; 351, Bethany, MO., Or e-mail us at [email protected]. 10:30 am worship Cainsville Assembly of God William Dowd, pastor; 10 am Sunday school; 10:50 worship 660-425-2211 Wednesday 7 pm Children/Youth program 2600 Miller Street Cainsville First Christian Bethany, Missouri Rich Piper, pastor 10 am Sunday school; 11 am worship Cainsville First Baptist 10:30 a.m. Sunday school; Hope Lutheran New Hampton Christian 9:30 a.m. Worship; Rev. Walter Peckman, pastor Paul Drummond 7 p.m. Evening Worship 9:00 a.m. worship 9:30 am Sunday school; 7 p.m. Wednesday prayer meeting US 69 Spur & I-35 Exit #93 10:15 am Bible Study 10:45 am worship; 10 a.m. Sunday Bible Study • Bethany, Mo 64424 Immanuel Baptist Wednesday 6:30 pm Bible study 11 a.m. Worship Bruce Williams, Pastor New Hampton Methodist Coffey Baptist 660-425-7665 or 1-888-425-7665 Evan Johnson,Assoc. Pastor/Youth Dir. Rev. Paul Zimmerman Bro. Eldon Francis 533-2355 8:30 a.m. prayer time; 9:30 am worship; 10 a.m. Bible study; 9:00 Sunday school 10:15 am, worship; 10:30 am Sunday school 11 a.m. & 6 pm worship; Rev. Noel T. Adams Ambulance District 5:30 Youth;6:30 p.m. worship; New Hope Baptist Church 6 p.m. Wed. Bible Study Wed. 6:15 Youth; 6-7:30 p.m. Team Kid; Calvary Chapel Bethany Rural McFall 6:30-7:30 p.m. Adult Bible study Scott Jones, Pastor Jason Crowley, Pastor Serving Since 1975 Jehovah’s Witness Sunday school 10 a.m., worship 11 a.m. 1706 Main, Bethany 10 am public talk; Emergency 3rd Wed Business Meeting 660-425-4494 Business 425-6319 11 am watchtower study; www.calvarybethany.org Supper 6 p.m. Meeting 7 p.m. Tuesday 7 pm Bible study 10 a.m. Sunday Worship Otterbein Gospel Thurs. 7:30 p.m. school & service meeting Wed. 7 p.m. Pastors Frank & Jan Mueller; Kirkley Chapel Church of Christ 660-867-5165 Tom Hogan, pastor 17th & Central, Bethany 4 miles N. on Hwy. 69, 1/2 miles west 9:30 am Sunday school; 10 a.m. Sunday Bible Study Sunday school 10 a.m.; 10:30 am worship; 11 a.m. Worship worship 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. of Bethany Wed. 7:00 p.m. Eagleville Baptist Church Wednesday worship 7 p.m. 425-7515 Martinsville Christian 9:30 am Sunday Bible class; Prairie Chapel Kenny Groves or Fred Flesher 10:30 am & 7 pm worship Pastor Joe Hendren 9:30 am Sunday school; Eagleville Church of Christ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; 10:30 am worship each Sunday 10 am Sunday Bible classes; 10:30 a.m. worship Martinsville United Methodist 10:45 am & 6 pm worship Ridgeway Assembly of God Eagleville First Christian Rev. Paul Zimmerman 10 am Sunday school; Jason Laxton, Pastor 10 am Sunday school; 11 am & 6 pm worship 18387 US Hwy 69 11 am worship, 2nd & 4th Sundays Ridgeway United Methodist 9:30 am Sunday school; 10:30 worship Melbourne Baptist Gina Lucas, pastor; 9 am worship; ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY, EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE. Call your local business office at 777 www.grm.net Handicapped accessible Alvin Trusty, pastor 9:45 am Sunday school Eagleville United Methodist 10 am Sunday school; Ridgeway Baptist Gina Lucas, pastor 11 am & 6 pm worship; 9:45 am Sunday school; 9:30 am Sunday school; Discipleship training 6 pm; 10:45 am worship 10:30 am worship Wed. 6:30 p.m. prayer & Bible study 6:00 p.m. Team Kid L.L.C. Wed. 7 pm Bible Study Mitchelville Methodist Wed. 6:00 Bible Study AND RIVER ROCK Fairview Community Church Rev. Paul Zimmerman Seventh Day Adventist 33463 East 250th St., Ridgeway, MO Rev. Wayne Caulkins, pastor 10 am Sunday school; 1207 Clay, Gallatin 4 miles S. on Hwy 146 east of Bethany worship 1st & 3rd Sundays Sabbath study 9:15 am; 11 am worship 10:30 am Service Morris Chapel Shady Grove Christian Bible Faith Community Christian 5 miles N on Hwy 69 10 am Sunday school; 602 South 15th St., Bethany 9 am worship, 2nd & 4th Sundays 11 am & 6:30 pm worship. Rev. Olin Slaughter, pastor Sunday school each Sunday Wednesday 6:30 pm Bible study 9:45 a.m. Sunday school; Mt. Moriah Baptist Wesley Chapel Methodist 10:45 a.m. worship Rev. Victor Buntin, pastor Cristy Clark, pastor 5 p.m. Supper; 6:30 p.m. Bible Study 9:30 am Sunday school; 9 am worship; • 908 Main Tuesday 6 pm Women’s meeting 10:30 am & 8 pm worship; • Cainsville, MO 10 am Sunday school; 7 p.m. Bible study Discipleship training 6:30 pm; 1st & 3rd Sundays • 660-893-5611 Gilman City First Baptist Wednesday 7 pm worship Willow Row United Tim Wilson, pastor Mt. Pleasant No. 2 David Hilsabech, lay minister 9:45 am Sunday school; Rev. Robert Skeens, pastor 9 am Sunday school; 10:45 am & 6 pm worship; 9:30 am Sunday school; 10 am worship, Wed 5:30 meal 10:30 am & 6:30 pm worship; 1st & 3rd Sundays Advertising That Works ! 6 pm Bible study - All Ages Wed. 7 pm prayer & Bible study Word of Life 204 N. 16th • Bethany, MO 64424 7 pm Weekly Prayer Service Mt. Pleasant No. 1 Christian Fellowship CALL (660) 425-6325 Nursery available - All services Chuck Ramsey, pastor Rev. Clyde Hulet, minister; <rclippergrm.net> Gilman City United Methodist CC Hwy. North of Brimson Pattonsburg Pastor Kobey Puls 10 am Sunday school; 11 am worship 9:15 am Sunday school; 10 am S. School; 10:45 am worship Mt. Zion 10 am worship Kids Group 2nd & 4th Sundays 5:30 p.m. New Hampton Highway Christian 10 am Sunday school; I-35 exit 88, 1/2 mile S. on Hwy. 13 11 am worship Darian Catron, pastor Tom & Debbie O’Neil - Owners 10 am Sunday school; 702 N. 41st Street • Bethany, MO 64424 • 660-425-7200 11 am worship Conveniently Located 1/2 mile N. of McDonald’s on I-35 E. outer road T homas F arm 660-872-6716 NELSON HEATING & ELECTRIC MARTZ ELECTRIC 660 - 425 - 6790 Family Budget Inn of Bethany First Missouri Bank Fordyce Equipment Inc. NTA Ambulance District 911 Dairy Queen Grill & Chill ✳ ✳ ✳ STONER SAND 660 - 824-4211 D & R Auto Parts & Service Pony Express Spread Good News T Bethany Republican-Clipper Andover News Margaret Gibson 878-6118 The weather conditions have been just right and the farmers are out in the fields in force working on the spring planting. What would we do without the farmers? It is a good idea to thank a farmer any chance you get. Andover Community Club will meet at the home of Lucy and Larry Baxter on Friday, May 13, at 6:30 p.m. Please note the change of date to the second Friday of the month instead of the first Friday of the month. Continued prayers on the behalf of Nate Piersbacher would be appreciated. He is making progress but still has a ways to go. Sandy Osborn’s sister, Belinda Hill, has made it home and continues to improve. She still has a ways to go and prayers for her are also appreciated. Saturday Ina Lou Myrick, John Sponsler, and John Myrick visited yours truly, Margaret Gibson, and we went to visit my brother, Earl Snethen who isn’t very well. He would be another that would appreciate your prayers. On Wednesday, Philinda Snethen and I went to Eagleville to visit our cousin Wanda Ringot. On Thursday, I had a nice visit with Rex Waller, Bob Bjorland, and Tom Freeman. They are helping with the building of a clubhouse at the golf course. I was certainly glad to see Tom able to get out and about again and to enjoy this nice spring weather. What a blessing for Tom, and I have to admit, I enjoyed the weather and chatting with him, too. Liz Carpenter and friend, Julie Elliott, made a trip to Williamsburg, Iowa, near the Amana Colonies on Saturday to attend an Iowa Optimist Awards night celebration. Liz was representing the Optimist Club of Lamoni. On Sunday morning, they traveled to Marion, Iowa, to attend church with Laurie Carpenter then do a little shopping and have lunch before heading back home. Yours truly, Margaret Gibson, went to visit cousin Kay Herring in Pleasanton, Iowa, this past week. She will be having some medical procedures and needs our prayers. The Kansas City Royals have picked up where they left off last fall - WINNING! Currently they are 8-4 and tied for first place in the American League Central Division. Go Royals! Have a good week, be kind to each other, and it isn’t only the farmers that are working on spring planting, it is time for all of us to be getting the gardens ready and planted as well! Can hardly wait for that first fresh tomato! Bring on the BLTs! Maudine Bennum 439-2363 <[email protected]> New Hampton News We have been enjoying some beautiful spring weather and there has been a lot of fieldwork being done. I’m sure some early gardening has been done also. Now, we have some rain in the forecast that should get what has been planted off to a good start and bring out some mushrooms too, hopefully. Alvin and Mary Hillman, Gallatin, visited his sister and brother-in-law, Ruth Ann and Ron Arkle Wednesday and all enjoyed lunch and a good visit. Thursday, Maria McKinny, Kansas City, was up visiting her parents and sister and children and also her MeMa, Margie Warner. She joined Margie to watch the Royals game. Friday would have been the 70th wedding anniversary of Margie and Paulie Warner. Maria McKinny and Richard Warner called Margie and Shirley and Charlie McKinny, Sarah Ford and children visited her that day or evening. Shirley Gray, Doug Kinnison and Geneva ate lunch out Friday after doing some errands. Alberta and Mark VanVactor. Council Bluffs, Iowa, came Friday afternoon and spent the weekend with her mother, Bonnie Magee. They went ate at a restaurant in Bethany Friday evening to celebrate Alberta’s birthday. They returned home Sunday afternoon. Tim West recently retired from working many years at the Albany Regional Center. They had a farewell appreciation party Friday afternoon in his honor. Tim has always kept busy and I am sure he will find things to do to occupy his time. Nancy and Toby Wright went to Kearney Saturday and met Emma (Wright) Christopher and Barrett and Courtney Wright and sons for dinner to celebrate their 38th wedding anniversary. There was a very cute sight in Margie Warner’s yard Saturday, I’m sure. Sarah Ford brought her three children across the road to pick up sticks in Mema’s yard. Charleigh, Carrigan and Kessler, age 2, were all hard workers. Grant Wright and Ryan Christopher attended a men’s retreat in Springfield over the weekend. Grant’s wife Sara had most of their children with her in Iowa playing softball. Harlee stayed with her aunt Emma Saturday night and Grant picked her up and brought her home Sunday evening. They stopped by to see MeMa Margie Warner on their way home. Charlie McKinny took his wife, Shirley and Margie Warner to dinner Sunday after church to celebrate their34th wedding anniversary. Maudine Bennum enjoyed a visit Saturday afternoon from Keira and Tasha Hillyard and Shirley Tucker. Shirley Gray and Diann Jones attended the wedding of Shirley’s neighbor’s grandson at Winterset, Iowa. Tasha and Keira Hillyard and Shirley Tucker visited Maudine Bennum Sunday afternoon and brought her some groceries and all enjoyed pizza. Pat and Tom Lambert stopped by en route home from the flea market at Fillmore. Shirley Gray had dropped by the Doug Kinnisons several times during the week. She visited her brother and wife, Royce and Sue Starmer at Eagleville Sunday afternoon. At the New Hampton United Methodist Church Sunday, a number of members were absent due to the prom on Saturday night. Pastor Paul Zimmerman’s sermon was titled “An Inconvenient Truce”. Scripture was Luke 23rd Chapter 34th Verse. Willena Greene played the piano. Johnny Ted Stevenson is doing much better at Smithville. Harold Beckett is home after knee surgery and is getting therapy at home. Jerry Ray Hill is home and doing much better following recent triple bypass surgery. I would be happy to put in news from the New Hampton Christian Church. They are very involved with working and sponsoring the Lord’s Warehouse and Pastor Paul Drummond has a program every Sunday on KAAN Radio. The Royals lost two games in a row at Oakland. Some good plays and hits, but we know they are going to get back on the winning track and everyone having problems is going to get them worked out, SOON. Belated happy birthday to Diane Monroe on April 13. I have added her name to the birthday calendar. Also belated happy birthday to Alberta VanVactor on April 15. I have added her to the calendar too. Happy birthdays to Nicole Langfitt, Tryton Tucker on April 22; Hannah Baker, Rex Stevens, Tim West on the 22nd; Hattie Grace Blanton, Quade Sprague on the 23rd; Pam Fitzgerald on the 24th; Missy Blanton on the 25th; Donnie Fountain, Kay Konomos, Danen Sharp on the 27th. Happy anniversaries to Mr. and Mrs. Rex Stevens, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Wyant on April 23, and anyone else celebrating their big day this week. My apologies to Mr. and Mrs. John Magee, I added some extra letters to John in last week’s column. Have a good week, everyone! Take care of yourselves and remember our ailing and sorrowing friends. Enjoy the sunshine and much needed rain, even though it seems like rainy weather brings along a visit from “Uncle Arthur” and some achy joints. Remember, your news items are always welcome. 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 April 20, 2016 Page 5 Deaths J. Ilene Tull J. Ilene Tull, 80, Mt. Ayr, Iowa: J. Ilene Tull, 80, Mt. Ayr, IA (formerly of Hatfield, Mo.) passed away Monday, April 18, 2016 at a Mt. Ayr, Iowa nursing home. She was born January 31, 1936 in Athens Township in Ringgold County, Iowa the daughter of James and Arlene (Laird) Stanley. On May 19, 1954, she married Charles Dwain Tull in Ridgeway, Missouri. He survives of the home. Ilene was a farm wife and worked on the farm. She also was a healthcare worker at a nursing home. She was a faithful member of the Assembly of God Church. She was preceded in death by her parents; sons, Ivan Dwain, John David and Charles William “Little Willie” Tull; great great granddaughter, Chloe; brother-in-law, Willie Lee Tull and sister-in-law, Lola Mae Parkhurst. Survivors in addition to her husband of 61 years, Charles, are sons, C. Jay, Mt. Ayr, IA and Paul (Lori), Creston, Iowa; grandchildren, Angelina (Robert) Shaw, Robinson, Kan., Anthony Tull, Lincoln, Neb., Amanda (Sylvester) Cobb, Houma. La., Bethany (Toby) Burgess, Diagonal, Iowa, Kristen Floyd (Noah Hamilton) Osceola, Iowa, and Brandon Tull (Destiney Embree), Creston, Iowa; 15 great grandchildren and 1 on the way; nine great great grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Leona Weddle, Bethany, Mo. and Donna Tull, Eagleville, Mo.; brother-in-law, Glenn Doyle (Judy) Tull, Hatfield, Mo. and several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, April 21, at Roberson Funeral Home, Eagleville, Mo. Burial will follow in Payne Cemetery, Hatfield, Mo. The family will receive friends from 12:30 – 2:00 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Ilene Tull Memorial Fund in care of Roberson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 46, Eagleville, Mo. 64442. Online condolences may be left at www.robersonfuneralhome. George Dallas Everett George Dallas Everett, 91, of Bethany, Mo., passed away Saturday, April 16, 2016, at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph. George was born December 24, 1924, in Bethany, to Victor and Sybil (Kennedy) Everett. He graduated from Bethany High School in 1943 where he played on the football team. He enlisted in the Army Air Corps after high school graduation and was honorably discharged in 1945 with the rank of Corporal. George married Edythe Elaine Long on December 24, 1946, at the home of her parents near Blue Ridge, Mo., with Rev. Huell Warren officiating. They lived their married life near and in Bethany. He farmed with his father in the Mitchellville area. In 1965, George and his family moved into town. He worked for 40 years at the Noble Funeral Home, which later became the Roberson Funeral Home. He also provided lawn mowing and snow removal services for several years for cemeteries and individuals in the Bethany area. At the time of his death, George was the longest living member of the First Christian Church in Bethany, where he had served as elder and deacon as well as a member of the board and various committees. George served many civic organizations. For years, he was very active in the Boy Scouts of America Troop 100 in Bethany as well as the MaHas-Ka District and Pony Express Council through service as troop committee member, district and council committee member, and organizer for numerous treks to the Philmont Scout Reservation near Taos, New Mexico. He also served as the livestock chairman of the Northwest Missouri State Fair Board for several years. He was a member of the board of the Harrison County Health Department, drove for the Road to Recovery for many years, and helped to organize the Men’s Church and Civic group and the annual community Men’s Prayer Breakfast. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, sister, two granddaughters, and two great-grandsons. George is survived by his daughters, Jeane (Gary) Schweitzer, New London, Iowa, and Lynda (Lynn) Foster, Bethany, Mo.; son, James (Linda) Platte City, Mo.; seven grandchildren, Jennifer, Michelle, Rebecca, Eric, Jeff, Diane, and Melissa; and eleven great-grandchildren, Kaylee, Andrew, Drake, Graham, Meghan, Emma Rose, Evan, Kate, Avery, Alexander, and William, plus numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Wednesday morning, April 20, at Roberson Funeral Home, Bethany, Mo. Burial will follow in Miriam Cemetery, Bethany, Mo. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Christian Church of Bethany and/or Pony Express Council BSA in care of Roberson Funeral Home, PO Box 46, Bethany, MO 64424. Online condolences may be left at www.robersonfuneralhome.com Lyle D. Shain Lyle D. Shain, 84, of Bethany, Mo., (formerly of Westminster, Calif.) passed away Friday, April 15, 2016 at Crestview Nursing Home, Bethany, Mo. He was born September 26, 1931 in Blythedale, Mo., the son of Virgil Shain and Frances (Kemp) Shain Russell. On September 11, 1954 he married Margaret Joan Mendenhall in Martinsville, Mo. She survives at home. Lyle worked as a supervisor for Martin-Marietta for several years. He was a member of the Pattonsburg Christian Church and the Lyons Club of Coffey, Mo. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Lowell Shain Survivors in addition to his wife of 61 years, Joan, are daughters, Shirley Madison, Bethany, Mo., Trish (Jeff) Gustafson, Butternut, Wis., and Deana (Jerry) Earl, Trabuco Canyon, Calif.; nine grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; two step great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Lyle has been cremated under the direction of Roberson Funeral Home, Bethany, Mo. Memorial services were Monday, April 18, at Roberson Funeral Home, Bethany, Mo.; inurnment in Coffey Cemetery, Coffey, Mo. Memorial contributions may be made to Coffey Cemetery in care of Roberson Funeral Home, PO Box 46, Bethany, MO 64424. Online condolences may be left at www.robersonfuneralhome.com Phyllis Lowene Edwards Phyllis Lowene Edwards, 76, Cameron, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, April 13, 2016 at St. Luke’s Hospital, Kansas City, Mo. Phyllis was born July 23, 1939 in Bethany, Mo., to Lowell and Irene (Stewart) Murphy. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Karen Murphy; two grandsons, Christopher Earley and Jeffrey Oitker. She was a graduate of Bethany High School and attended beauty school. Phyllis was employed at Ithaca Gun for many years. Phyllis married Ervin (Bud) Ed- North Harrison News Dick gave the announcements today. We wished Pastor Charlie and Shirley a “happy 34th anniversary” and many more. Opening prayer song was “Standing on the Promises”. Our guest this morning was Jim Thomas from the Shiloh Christian Children’s Ranch. He gave a talk and a slide show presentation about what their home does. It was very interesting and looked like a great place for kids who need somewhere to stay. We had several prayer request asked for. Responsive reading #563 “God’s Omniscience”. Communion hymn was “Glory to his Name. Margie offered our closing prayer. Please watch out for the farm machinery on the roads since it’s planting season. Have a safe and blessed week from the Blythedale Christian Church. Services on a beautiful Sunday, 4-17 at the Eagleville UM Church opened with the hymn “My Hope is Built”. Nina Adkison ‘s spring flower arrangement graced the altar. In Joys and Concerns Nina recounted the auto accident she was involved in last week; all are thankful that she sustained only minor injuries. Marvin Parkhurst’s son Steve needs our prayers and get well wishes as he sustained serious injuries while working cows last week. Pastor Gina read from John 10 and also Psalm 23. Her sermon followed. Benediction hymn was “Make me a Blessing”, followed by “Gentle Shepherd”. wards on May 16, 1959. He survives of the home. Additional survivors: two daughters, Alicia (Pat) Earley, Chillicothe, Mo., and Tammy (Richard) Oitker, Cameron, Mo.; and son, Terry (Jeannette) Edwards, Cameron, Mo.; 10 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. She loved her family and grandchildren. Services were April 16, 2016 at Poland-Thompson Funeral Home of Cameron, Mo. Private family interment. Memorial Fund: American Cancer Society. Online condolences: www.polandthompson.com Greenlee-Middleton Funeral Service of Princeton, Mo. Burial will be in Zoar Cemetery in Cainsville. Open visitation and viewing will begin at 8:30 a.m., Wednesday, at the Greenlee-Middleton Funeral Chapel in Princeton where the family visitation will be from 6:00-7:00 p.m. Wednesday evening. The family requests memorial contributions to the Mercer County Senior Center Building Fund in lieu of flowers. Contribution may be mailed to the funeral home at P.O. Box 316, Princeton, MO 64673. Billy G. Gray Billy G. Gray, 71 of Bethany, Mo., passed away Wednesday, April 13, 2016 at North Kansas City Hospital, Kansas City, Mo. He was born August 13, 1944 in Harrison County, Mo., the son of William and Fern (Salmon) Gray. They preceded him in death. On February 18, 1972 he married Mary Lee Rains. She preceded him in death on August 21, 1997. In addition to his parents and wife, Billy is preceded in death by his sister, Norma Foster. Survivors include daughter, Megan Gray, Bethany, Mo., and several brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. Graveside services and burial with military rites was held Monday, April 18, in Miriam Cemetery, Bethany, Mo., under the direction of Roberson Funeral Home, Bethany, Mo. Memorial contributions may be made to the Billy Gray Memorial Fund to help with expenses in care of Roberson Funeral Home, PO Box 46, Bethany, MO 64424. Online condolences may be left at www.robersonfuneralhome.com Loren Dean Francis Loren Dean Francis, son of Willis O. and Ethlyn (Wood) Francis, was born in Harrison County, Mo., near Cainsville, on April 17, 1928, and passed away on April 11, 2016, at Pearl’s II Eden for Elders in Princeton, Mo., at the age of 87 years. Dean was united in marriage to Wilma Faye Bryan on April 17, 1945. They lived and farmed most of their married life in Harrison and Mercer Counties, later moving to the Hal England Center in Princeton. Wilma preceded Dean in death on August 21, 2012. He was also preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Leonard, George, and Bob Francis; one sister, Anna Lois Francis; a son-in-law, Mike Weaver; a grandson, Aaron Sager; and by a great-granddaughter, Anna White. He is survived by eight daughters, Lorene Faulkner (and son-in-law, Ron) of Harris, Mo., Joyce White (and son-in-law, Dick) of Urbandale, Iowa, Genene Sager (and son-in-law, Fred) of Springfield, Mo., Vickie Girdner (and son-in-law, Mike), Ronda Sorenson (and son-in-law, Russ), Bronna Goodin (and son-inlaw, Bill), Alice Johnson (and son-inlaw, Tony) all of Princeton, and Amie Troyer (and son-in-law, Steve) of Madrid, Iowa; two sons, Kenny Francis (and daughter-in-law, Brenda) of Ravanna, Mo., and Alex Francis of Galt, Mo.; 30 grandchildren; 52 great-grandchildren; one great, greatgrandson; his sister, Louise Frisbie of Cainsville, Mo.; and by other relatives and friends. Dean enjoyed whittling, shooting pool, playing pitch, hunting, horseshoe pitching, sports (especially the St. Louis Cardinals), traveling, watching his grandkids, feeding squirrels, gardening, and walking. He loved his family and enjoyed family gatherings with all present. Dean was always ready to lend a hand to anyone who needed help, and will be missed by family, friends and all who knew him. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 14, 2016, at 1:00 p.m., at the Cainsville, Mo., Baptist Church with Pastor Doug Faulkner officiating under the direction of the Senior Citizens' Menu April 25-29 April 25: potato bar, brussel sprouts, fruit muffin April 26: lasagna, lettuce salad, oatmeal cookie, mixed fruit April 27: roast pork, potatoes/gravy, brussell sprouts, oatmeal cookie April 28: hot turkey sandwich, potatoes/ gravy, green beans, fruit whip April 29: fried chicken, potatoes, gravy, peas/carrots, fruit 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 and passed away on April 10, 2016, at the University Hospital in Columbia, Mo., at the age of 82 years. Billy Joe was raised in Mercer County where he graduated from Princeton High School. After high school, he attended the University of Missouri at Columbia where he studied Agriculture. He then served in the U.S. Army as a paratrooper before returning to Mercer County as a farmer. He later sold the farm to begin a new career as a truck driver from which he was retired. In retirement, he enjoyed treasure hunting, studying the Bible, and spending time with friends and family. He was a member of the Princeton First Baptist Church. Billy Joe was united in marriage to Mary Belle Thompson on May 9, 1952. He is survived by his two sons, John Hart (and daughter-inlaw, Kathy) of Wichita, Kan., and Ed Hart of Laredo, Mo.; his three daughters, Carolyn Shoger (and son- in-law, Gordon) of Wimberly, Texas, Sally Ganey (and son-in-law, Bob) of Newnan, Ga., and Barbara Mullins (and son-in-law, Shawn) of Fulton, Mo.; eight grandchildren, Jon Ganey, Andrew Shoger, Connor Mullins, Jenny, John, Christy, Izak, and Ian Hart; and by numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his former wife; his three brothers, Truman, Jim, and George Hart; and by his sister, Martha Hinkle. Funeral services were Saturday, April 16, 2016, at the Zion Baptist Church, near Cainsville, with Pastor Tim Wilson officiating, under the direction of the Greenlee-Middleton Funeral Service of Princeton. Burial will be in the Zoar Cemetery in Cainsville. The family requests memorial contributions to the Zion Baptist Church in lieu of flowers. Contributions may be mailed to the funeral home at P.O. Box 316, Princeton, MO 64673. Society Janet Meyer Former Cainsville resident Janet (Jan) Marie Meyer (Smith) died peacefully in Meeker, Colo., on April 10, 2016. She was born in Bethany, Mo., on October, 31, 1941 to Clifford and Ethel Smith, who are both deceased. Jan married Richard L. Meyer on January 20, 1962. Survivors include her husband Richard Meyer; brother Charles (Gloria) Smith; daughter Annette (Tom) Kowal and their children, Matt, Jeremy, Cheyenne, Sofia, and Joel; and son Mark (Jackie) Meyer and their three children, Amanda (Luke) Young and daughter Elizabeth, Richie, and Zach. Jan graduated from Cainsville (Missouri) High School in 1960. She was an avid reader and strong in academics, basketball, and music. Her college career was started at Iowa Wesleyan College (IWC) in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, and later completed at Western NM University. She pursued a vocation of teaching young people in Deming, N.M., where she lived from 1971 to 2006 helping them learn to play the piano, enjoy reading in the children’s room of the public library, and get an education as 4th and 5th graders at Martin Elementary School. In 1960, at IWC, she met Richard L. Meyer who would be her best friend for 56 years and her husband for 54 of those. While living in the Chicago area with the family in the late 1960’s Jan committed her life to the Christian faith, which became her avocation on this earth until her death. She used her talents, especially on the piano, to join in congregational worship in numerous churches around southern New Mexico. While living in Alamosa from 2006 to 2013 she shared her music at assisted living facilities and shared meals and her faith in her home with life groups from LWBF Church. Since 2013, she shared her piano music with residents at The Wing and as a member of the United Methodist Church has fellowshipped with the ladies of the UMW which has been a ‘love in Christ’ relationship until her death. Billy Joe Hart Billy Joe Hart, son of Everett George and Ila Ellen (Ader) Hart, was born in Mercer County, Mo., near Cainsville, on June 25, 1933, WANT TO BUY Standing timber: oak, walnut, maple, cottonwood. CONTACT Robert Marriott Logging (660) 646-5082 90th Birthday Nadine Nicholls will celebrate her 90th birthday on April 24, 2016. Her children, Kaylene (Howard) Wilson, Trish (Larry) Hillyard, Janeen (Doug) Fortner and Kent (Susette) Nicholls will host a birthday open house on Sunday, April 24, from 2-4 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, 302 N 22nd St., Bethany, Mo. All friends and relatives are invited. Enter the south door to the basement. No gifts please. Cards may be sent to the honoree at 1523 Hillcrest Drive, Bethany, MO 64424. Submitted photo Nadine Nicholls Ridgeway News It was an April Sunday to appreciate. Peonies and violets seem to pop up overnight. What a wonderful world, driving out singing birds and frogs, perfume of wild plum blossoms reminiscence of childhood. Nowhere more beautiful than Harrison County–red buds, magnolias, pretty shaped flowering pear trees, crab apples in pink full bloom. Every cow mother has a tiny baby calf by her side. Tom and Braden Hogan mowed lawns to green perfection. United Methodist Church pastor Gina Lucas always gives an inspiring thought. She spoke that Jesus received various responses to his amazing miracles. He said Abide in Me and I abide in you. Abiding behaviors leads to belief. Everyone was happy to see Carrie Beth Renner and Sierra. Julie Dale brought Anniston. These little girls wanted to see and hold Quincy Norris’ tiny new sister, Kacey Norris. Henry and Delores invited son Jerry and Wanda. A nice selection of food filled the table. A time for church family fellowship and feasting. Tony and Linda Wilcoxson had lunch with Neoma Wilcoxson Friday. They used power sprayer to clean green moss growing on the houses siding. Clubs Elizabeth Harrison Chapter of the National Society of the American Revolution The Elizabeth Harrison Chapter of the National Society of the American Revolution will meet on Wednesday, April 20, at the Harrison County Genealogy Society Library at 2307 Central Street in Bethany at 5:30 p.m. The program will be presented by Beverly Shipers – A History of the American Vacation-Getting Away From It All 18th Century Style. 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. Harrison County Retired School Personnel Harrison County Retired School Personnel (a local Unit of Missouri Retired Teachers Association and Public School Personnel) will meet Thursday, April 21, at 4:30 p.m. in the SHHS Library. Gay Dittemore, Region I Vice President will be a guest. Annual calendar, school visits, and legislative updates are on the agenda. All local retired and active school employees are welcome to attend. Missouri Association for Family and Community Education The Missouri Association for Family and Community Education will meet May 5 at 11:00 a.m. at the home of Nola Henson for lunch. After lunch Lila Kidney will lead our program on Afghanistan. New members and visitors are always welcome. 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. 50th Wedding Anniversary Ron and Laura Beaman will celebrate their 50th Wedding Anniversary with an Open House on Saturday April 30th from 2-4 at the Savannah Avenue Baptist Church 1825 Savannah Avenue, St. Joseph, MO. They were married on April 30, 1966 in Cotton Woods Falls, Kansas at the Church of Christ. Vows will be renewed at 2:00. No gifts please....Cards and your presence are welcome. 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 Page 6 April 20, 2016 Bulldogs take first in junior high track meet South Harrison’s boys took first place overall in the junior high track meet held on April 11 at Memorial Stadium. Tyler Daugherty took first place in the 100-meter and 200-meter dash, the 400m relay and second in the high jump. Other top finishers for South Harrison were: Collin Haffey, 1st, 4x100 relay, 4x200 relay, long jump and triple jump; Luke Karns, 2nd discus; Nick Williams, 3rd pole vault, 4th 4x400 relay, 5th 1600 meter run; Andrew Sweat, 4th 4x400 relay, 6th 1600 meter run; Brayden Sunderman, 1st 4x100 relay and 4x200 relay; Jeremiah Nyhagen,1st 4x100 relay and 4x200 relay; Zaine Glenn, 1st 4x200 relay and 4th 4x400 relay; Justice Cook, 4th 4x400 relay. The South Harrison boys also took first place as a team in the North Andrew track meet on April 14. Placing for the Bulldogs were: Tyler Daugherty1st in the100m dash, 200m dash, 4x100 relay and 2nd high jump; Collin Haffey 1st, 4x100 relay, 4x200 relay, 4th long jump and triple jump; Nick Williams 3rd 4x400 relay, 6th Pole Vault; Brayden Sunderman 1st 4x100 relay, 4x200 relay, 5th long jump; Jeremiah Nyhagen 1st 4x100 relay, 4x200 relay, 6th triple jump; Zaine Glenn 1st 4x200 relay, 3rd 4x400 relay; Andrew Sweat 3rd 4x400 relay; Justice Cook 3rd 4x400 relay. Bethany Republican-Clipper 2016 South Harrison High School Promenade Senior, Wyatt Creasey and Senior, Peighton McQuinn. Senior, Gabe Webb and Senior, Cheyenne Cash. Senior, Dalton Erwin and Senior, Sara Updegraff. Junior, Neiley Karns and Junior, Wyatt Starmer. Junior, Garyn Holloway and Senior, Stephanie Ruch. Junior, Kinslee Vandiver and Junior, Clayton Wagner. Junior, Tyler Pankau and Senior, Holly Sutherland. Junior, Tristen Miles and Senior, Aleah Squires. Junior, Mason Doll and Senior, Heather Miller. Junior, Georgie Johnson and Junior, Stanton Blake. Kiana Bennett takes first in pole vault at Trenton South Harrison’s Kiana Bennett cleared 9 feet to win first place in the pole vault event at the Trenton Relays on Thursday. Bennett also took first place in the 100-meter hurdles with a time of 17.31 seconds. Neiley Karns was third in the discus; the 4x100m relay team (Bennett, Taya Kirk, Elizabeth Whitney and Mady Lisle) was third, and Keagan Madison was fourth in the shot put. Harrison County School Events April 20-27 South Harrison April 20- boys golf @ Stanberry 9 a.m.; Core Group 7 a.m. April 20-21 kindergarten weather safety April 21-22 State FFA Convention April 21- boys golf @ home; FCA 7 a.m.; spring sports pics 3:00; spring play 7 p.m. April 22- fluoride treatments; spring play 7 p.m. April 23- varsity track @ Albany April 24-26 FBLA State Conference @ Springfield April 26- 5th Art Club 3:30 p.m.; GRC boys golf @ home; JH track @ Lawson; varsity track @ Bishop LeBlond ; Lilacs & Lace April 27- Admin Prof Day; Art Club field trip; EOC testing; HDC League Track meet @ SH; JV GRC @ Stanberry; varsity GRC @ Maryville; Core Group 7 a.m.; JSBA Region 2 meeting Cainsville April 21- MAP/EOC testing; NHS induction ceremony 6; board meeting 8; sign language 5:30-6:30 April 22- MAP/EOC testing; Jrs to NWMSU; FFA State Convention April 25- Srs. mock interviews April 26- MAP/EOC testing; varsity track @ Stanberry April 27- HDC track @ SH Gilman City April 21-22 State FFA April 23- HS track @ Albany April 25- nurse here today April 26- Little Hawks Night PK-6th supper 5:30/games 7 April 27- HS & JH HDC track @ Bethany North Harrison April 20- community youth group; board meeting 7 p.m. April 21- JH track @ Albany April 21-22 State FFA Convention April 22- FCCLA Lock In April 23- FCCLA Community Service Project (ballpark painting) April 25- VBB @ Lathrop; community youth group 7pm; cheerleader tryout practice April 25-29 Elementary MAP Testing April 26- varsity baseball vs. Milan; concert band recording session @ Lamoni; cheerleader tryout practice April 27- JH & varsity HDC track meet; cheerleader tryout practice; National Honor Society Induction Ceremony Ridgeway April 20- golf @ Stanberry; William Woods informational meeting 5 p.m. April 21- golf @ SH April 23- Jrs/Srs to Worlds of Fun April 26- varsity track @ Stanberry April 27- HDC track Photos for the Republican-Clipper Natalie McFall Fashions on parade: South Harrison students were dressed up in their finest gowns, suits and tuxedos Saturday night for the promenade in the high school gymnasium. The prom had a 50s diner theme. The promenade was followed by a dance in the Commons. Junior, Lane Fuston and Junior, Kyla Plymell. Junior Emily Doty and Senior Conner Hammond. South Harrison takes first at Worth County The South Harrison boys took first place in the Worth County Relays on Monday. The Bulldogs finished with 111 points, while North Andrew had 102, Princeton 64 and Worth County 61. There were 16 teams in the track meet. Chris Spence took first place in the 800-meter run with a time of 2:08.08. The Bulldog 4x100m relay team took first with a time of 45.87. The 4x800 relay team took first. North Harrison’s girls took fifth place, led by Hailey Craig in field events, and South Harrison was seventh. South Harrison’s Kiana Bennett took first place in the pole vault at 8 feet, 6 inches. She also took third in the 100m hurdles with a time of 18.75 seconds. Neiley Karns was fourth in the LAWN SERVICE Brandon's Lawnmowing Now booking summer 2016 schedule • Reasonable Prices • Good Quality Cuts Call today: 515-490-4976 Junior, Coy Stephens and Junior, Tayla Doolittle. Submitted photo South Harrison second grader Coffey is champion: Crae Coffey a 2nd grader at South Harrison Elementary recently received 2nd place at the Missouri State USA Wrestling Championships in St. Louis, Mo. Crae wrestles 8 and Under 90-pounds for Bethany USA Wrestling. Crae is the son of Erik and BG Coffey of Bethany. discus with a throw of 49-2.5; Madie Lisle was fourth in the long jump at 13-9; Ashton Farmer was fifth in the triple jump; Georgie Johnson was sixth in the triple jump, and Keagan Madison was sixth in the shot put. Full results from the meet will be in next week’s newspaper. South Harrison will host the Bulldog Relays starting at 3:30 p.m. next Thursday, April 28. Teams competing are Braymer, East Harrison, East Buchanan, Gallatin, Gilman City, Mercer, Maysville, Newtown, North Daviess, North Harrison, Pattonsburg, Princeton and Stanberry. KCP&L to buy from wind farms KCP&L announced plans last week to purchase an additional 500 megawatts (MW) of power from two new wind facilities in its service region. That’s enough energy to power up to 170,000 homes. “This announcement marks a significant investment in renewable energy, and will benefit our customers and the region,” said KCP&L President and CEO, Terry Bassham. “Over the past decade, we’ve transitioned our energy mix to become more sustainable and cleaner, and today is the most recent in a series of investments in renewable energy. We’re excited to announce our first wind facilities in our Missouri service area.” Osborn is a 200 MW wind farm that is being constructed by NextEra Energy Resources in DeKalb County just east of St. Joseph. Osborn is expected to reach commercial operation by the end of 2016. Rock Creek is a 300 MW wind farm that is being constructed by Tradewind Energy in Atchison County, near Tarkio, Mo. Rock Creek is expected to reach commercial operation by September, 2017. Bulldog football schedule to have a new look next season South Harrison’s football schedule will be beefed up with new opponents for the 2016 season following the expansion of the Grand River Conference. Two recent GRC members, Braymer and King City, will be moving to the small school 8-man football division. Taking their place will be three new schools, Trenton, Milan and Putnam County. Athletic director and football coach Mike Wilhelm said the Bulldogs will need more players coming out for football to be competitive in the expanded conference. “Ideally, I would like to see 55 players out year in and year out,” Wilhelm said. South Harrison finished with a 5-2 record in the conference last year. The Bulldogs will take on two Class 2 heavyweights, East Buchanan (away) on Aug. 19 and Lathrop (at home) on August 26, before getting into their conference schedule. Polo will visit Bethany at 7 p.m. on Sept. 2. The Bulldogs’ other conference games will be at Maysville on Sept. 9, at Gallatin on Sept. 16, before a home game against Trenton on Sept. 23, a game at Milan on Sept. 30 and at home against Princeton on Oct. 7. The Bulldogs will wrap up their conference season with a game at Putnam County on Oct. 14. The district playoffs will start on Oct. 21. North Harrison boys beat North Nodaway The North Harrison boys’ baseball team, which is playing its inaugural season, won their first game of the season on April 11, beating North Nodaway 7-5 at Eagleville. Collin Castleberry was the winning pitcher, while Randy Rinehart got the save. Putnam County defeated the Shamrocks 13-0 on April 12 at Unionville. Putnam’s junior varsity defeated the visitors 4-3. North Harrison’s record was 1-5 going into the weekend. The next home games will be at 5 p.m. on April 26 against Milan, with varsity and junior varsity contests. Republican-Clipper photo Out in front: Tyler Daugherty pulls into the lead during the Middle School track meet in Bethany. The Bulldogs were the overall winners in the meet. Classifieds Republican-Clipper 660-425-6325 Daily Specials Monday 2 piece dark chicken with mashed potatoes white gravy and biscuit only $2.99 Wednesday Chicken Fried Steak with mashed potatoes white gravy and biscuit only $2.99 Sunday 10 piece dark chicken only $10.00 4132 Miller St. Bethany, MO 64424 660.425.7760 check us out at bethanyclipper.com Public Notices (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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Positions available: Contact us for all of your job printing and advertising needs. - Make a difference in someone’s life. Published: April 13, April 20, April 27, and May 4, 2016. (11-4tc) IN THE THIRD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, HARRISON COUNTY, MISSOURI DEADLINES: 5:00 P.M. THURSDAY FOR PONY EXPRESS & R.-C. 4 P.M. MONDAY FOR R.-C. ONLY Personals ADULT SINGLES meeting, meets every Thursday evening, 7:00 p.m. Bethany United Methodist Church. Questions call Linda at 660-4256260. 12-1bc Please check your address on your label. Is it correct? Wanted WANTED: Black walnut meats. 309-346-7202. 11-2bp harvesting vegetables, to include 3 months’ tractor driving experience & affirmative verifiable job references. Workers will plant cultivate and harvest Green Beans, Peppers, Strawberries, Summer Squash, Asparagus, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Tomatoes, Sweet Corn, Melons Pumpkins, Fall Squash, Flowers, & Indian Corn. Workers will care for plants in the greenhouse, bend & stoop or work on knees for long periods of time. Must be able to lift & carry 60 lb. bags of sweet corn. Guaranteed ¾ of contract hours. Tools, supplies, equip provided at no cost. Conditional housing for non-commuting workers. Transportation & subsistence reimbursed to worker upon completion of 50% of contract or earlier if appropriate. $12.07/Hr. EOE. Worksites in McHenry County IL. Random drug testing at employer’s expense. Report or send resume to the nearest MO Career Center & reference Job Order # 3756556 or call 660-359-5636. Tom’s Farm Market & Greenhouses Inc. Huntley IL. 12-1bp STOCKER/MERCHANDISER - Bethany, MO Part Time $11.00/hr 6-7 days weekly 2-4 hours per day Individual is responsible for providing high-quality merchandising support for our brands to retail stores. Must have high school diploma or GED and valid driver's license. APPLY ONLINE! www.dpsg.com/careers (Click search Jobs then Job # 1604726) EOE • MFDV • DFWP Page 8 April 20, 2016 Town supports brave little girl in cancer fight Brittany Zerbe, a energetic third grader at the Gilman City R-4 school, has been carrying on a courageous battle against cancer since she was in preschool. Bethany Farmer’s Market Produce Plants Flowers Wood Crafts Morel Mushrooms Crochet Items And much, much more!!! Open Saturday’s 7:30a.m. until noon at the BTC parking lot Bethany, MO Her family and friends will be holding “Battle for Brittany Take 2” at 5:30 p.m. on April 26 in the Gilman City school gymnasium. They are sponsoring a potato bar meal and a silent auction to support Brittany’s fight. Brittany was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma cancer in preschool. During the first grade year, her right leg was amputated above the knee in hopes of stemming the cancer. However, the cancer was recently found to have come back. “Brittany always has a smile on her face and will fight this cancer with all her might,” friends say. Area residents may donate to the silent auction by calling Principal Brent Mitchell at 660-876-5221. Those wishing to help serve the meal may contact Wendy Wilson or Sonya Crump at 660-876-5221. All proceeds from the fundraiser will go to Brittany Zerbe. Bethany Republican-Clipper Bethany Public Library’s book give-away a success Submitted photo Gorgeous smile: Little Brittany Zerbe, a third grader at Gilman City, was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma cancer in preschool. But she hasn’t let the illness get her down and continues to take part in school activities. She is pictured above during the recent Gilman City prom. Area readers came to the Bethany Public Library Wednesday afternoon to fill grocery sacks with free books during National Library Week. Library Director Janee’ Lehleitner said she was pleased with the response for the library’s book giveaway from 3:30 to 5:30 on Wednesday afternoon. Patrons sifted through hundreds of books in the basement of the library to pick out their summer reading material. More than 70 patrons chose books from the hundreds of duplicate titles and excess books that have been stored at the library. The book giveaway was extended to two hours on Tuesday evening to give residents the opportunity to pick out books after work. The Library Board has embarked on an effort to reduce the library’s inventory through sales and giveaways. The library recently held a teacher day when elementary faculty members were invited to pick out books for their classroom. Twelve teachers took part in the distribution. The library opened a Book Sale Room on March 30 to sell some of the more popular titles at a nominal cost. The book room will be open during normal library hours. The Friends of the Bethany Public Library also recently announced Republican-Clipper photo Enjoying the books: Alissa Heyle and her children Korbin, Kari and Abby check out the book selection at the Bethany Public Library’s book giveaway on Wednesday afternoon. Library patrons were invited to pick out a sack of books from the library’s inventory of excess titles. plans to open a bookstore at the Bethany Senior Center. The library has also been selling books at the Main Street Antiques. Lehleitner told the Library Board at Wednesday’s meeting that the City Council has approved a $67,298 oper- ating budget for the library during the 2016-17 fiscal year. The council also has approved the removal of the ceiling tiles from the library’s parking lot at a total cost of $25,000 over the next two years. New Hampton starts campaign for park improvements New Hampton has started a fund drive to purchase new equipment and 04/14/16 theAdvertising city park. Manager Kathyrepair Conger, The park has slipped into disBethany Republican-Clipper/Pony Express repair in recent years and only has 660-425-6325 a swing seat, a barbeque grill and a Fax 660-425-3441 picnic table. [email protected] The city will be raising funds to build, plant and maintain flower beds and landscaping and establish hummingbird and butterfly gardens. Bethany Another goal is to add playground addition of gardens, everyone will be equipment and to establish a “Little able to enjoy the colors and scents of Free Library” to promote reading for flowers and watch the butterflies and both adults and children. The city hummingbirds.” 3 COL. X 5.5" @$143.55 per week also hopes to install a flagpole and The timetable is to finish the lighting and plans to rebuild the old improvements in time for the Fourth horseshoe pits. Other plans include of July Celebration. installing fencing and signage. Donations may be made at the fol“This project means a lot to a lot lowing address: of people,” said Stacy Coots, New http://www.gofundme.com/ Hampton deputy city clerk. “With the NHCity Park. Note changes in types of recycling for Bethany routes. Remember to Recycle With a little extra effort, recycling saves a lot! YES YES Plastic #1 & #2 Includes Milk Jugs Water Bottles Plastic Jugs Laundry Detergent Jugs YES YES Paper & Cardboard Please bag or bundle for transfer to Harrison County Sheltered Workshop. Please bag together in plastic trash bags or plastic grocery bags NO NO Glass YES YES Aluminum Cans NO NO Tin Cans Please bag together Porter Trash Service Garbage Collection Service • 4203 Roleke Drive, Bethany, Mo 64424 Phone:(660) 254-8105 204 N 16th Bethany, MO 64424 (660) 425-8388 201 North Spring Street Independence, MO 64050 (816) 836-9911 Spring Clean-Up Day in Bethany One Day ONLY - MONDAY, April 25, 2016 The following restrictions will apply during the 2016 Bethany Spring Clean-Up: * Separate-Household waste from yard waste * Place all LARGE items to one side for pick-up - i.e. Furniture, etc. City of Bethany Compost Site 1300 Beekman Open Daily. For disposal of * ABSOLUTELY NO -Lumber, Shingles, Tires, Paint, Used Motor Oil, Batteries, homeowner yard wastes. or other Hazardous Materials. * All Leaves MUST BE BAGGED. This is the last Bethany city-wide * Yard waste, tree branches, etc. MUST be tied in bundles of 48 inches or less. Do not use steel wire. clean-up day because Porter Trash will take large items any * Place all loose items in boxes or other containers. Monday during the year. * All trash must be at the curb no later than 7:00 a.m. on Monday, April 25, 2016 Porter Trash crews will pick up larger items* any Monday with household trash. * Larger items do NOT include remodeling waste, lumber, sheetrock, shingles, tires, paint, used oil, batteries, or other hazardous materials. Call 660-254-8105 with any questions South Harrison Elementary Kindergarten Round-Up May 16, 2016 You may drop your child off at 8:45 A.M. and pick your child up at 12:00 P.M. at the front of the elementary. If you are interested in your child attending Kindergarten Round-Up on May 16th and have not received a Kindergarten Enrollment Form, please contact Deanna Allen (SHES Counselor) at 425-8061. Lunch will be provided, thanks to the South Harrison Elementary PTO. Please contact SHES with any questions regarding Kindergarten Round-Up on May 16th. We look forward to meeting your students!