Donald Moore 1935-2026

Donald Eugene Moore, age 91, Clark, Wyoming, formerly of Denver, Missouri, died Thursday, July 2, 2026, at Powell Valley Health Care, Powell, Wyoming.

Donald was born March 13, 1935, in Kansas City, Missouri.  He was the son of the late Howard F. and Inez Lora (Wood) Moore.

He was united in marriage to Mary Catherine Cavaunaugh.  She preceded him in death in 2021.

He attended high school in Grant City with the class of 1953.

On September 8, 1953, Donald joined the United States Navy.  He served his country four years on the USS Hornet (CVA 12), and Essex class aircraft carrier. Donald held the rank of Air Traffic Controller Petty Officer 1^st Class. He was honorably discharged from active-duty June 16, 1957, but remained in the Navy Reserve until 1961.

When returning to civilian life Donald, having coordinated all forms of naval aviation, transitioned right into his job as an air traffic controller.  His training in the navy had skilled him in working in control towers, radar facilities and on aircraft carriers.  During the 1980’s he worked privately for various contract towers.  He spent many years at airports in St. Louis, Chicago and Kansas City.

Donald also was a lock smith for over 20 years, most recently for Bill’s Lock and Key, Inc. in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Donald was also preceded in death by a son Chris Moore who died in 2021.

His survivors include his daughter Marian Moore, Clark, Wyoming and son Mark Moore, Portland, Oregon, one granddaughter Megan and 4 great grandchildren.

Graveside funeral services for Donald will be held at 10 AM, Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at the Prairie Chapel Cemetery near Denver, Missouri.  There will be no visitation at the funeral home.

Arrangements: Hann Funeral Home, Grant City, Missouri

andrewshannfuneralhome.com

 

Area Courthouse, Police, and Crime Reports for July 1st, 2026

On June 24th, Daviess County Prosecutor Andrea Beth Gibson filed charges against Amber Johnson (48) of Cainsville alleging Trafficking Drugs (Felony) and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Bond was denied.

On June 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Michael Wulff filed charges against Casey George (47) of St. Joseph alleging Violation of Protection Order (Felony). Bond was set at $5,000 cash only.

On June 24th, Harrison County Prosecutor Michael Wulff filed charges against Sarah Service (33) of Bethany alleging Animal Abandonment. Bond was set at $1,000, cash only.

On June 24th, the Bethany Republican-Clipper reported that Harrison County will have to return $926,061.01 in sales taxes it collected from two Eagleville marijuana dispensaries, Good Day Farms and Lifted Dispensary. The Missouri Supreme Court ruled that counties can’t collect a 3% tax if cities already have the 3% tax. Eagleville has adopted such a tax and is collecting revenues. The county had put the money in a separate account and had not budgeted it.

On June 24th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Keith Shafer (62) of Grant City alleging Careless & Imprudent Driving (Accident).

On June 25th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Judd Roberts (20) of King City alleging Careless & Imprudent Driving, DWI (Prior), and Minor Visibly Intoxicated.

On June 26th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Dagon Cooper (26) of Grant City alleging Harassment (Felony), two counts Kidnapping, Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, Domestic Assault, Failure to Equip Car with Two Headlamps, No Insurance, No Plates, and No Rear License Lamp. Bond was set at $5,000, cash or corporate surety, posted by the defendant.

On June 26th, Harrison County Prosecutor Michael Wulff filed charges against Cody Wilson (39) of Bethany alleging Peace Disturbance. Bond was set at $1,000.

On June 26th, Daviess County Prosecutor Andrea Beth Gibson filed charges against Dean Talbott (69) of Altamont alleging Child Molestation (Felony) and three counts Sexual Abuse (Felony). Bond was denied.

On June 27th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Bradley Burton (41) of Gentry alleging No Valid Motorcycle License (Felony), and Failure to Comply with Ignition Interlock Requirements.

On June 28th, someone abandoned a car at the intersection of School Bus Road and East Avenue in Grant City.

On June 29th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Mark Larkin (41) of Talmage (NE) alleging Receiving Stolen Property (Felony). Bond was set at $5,000, cash only.

On June 29th, Nodaway County Associate Circuit Judge Robert Rice ordered the extradition of Victoria Templeton (37) of Oelwein (IA) to Mason County (IL) to face a charge of Financial Exploitation of Elderly Person.

On June 29th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Tina Dieter filed charges against Martin Hinojosa (50) of Maryville alleging two counts Failure to Register as Sex Offender. Bond was denied.

On June 29th, Nodaway County Associate Circuit Judge Robert Rice ordered the extradition of Jesse Maliere (29) of Slitell (LA) to New Orleans to face nine counts of Aggravated Arson.

On June 29th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol reported that a 60-year-old Ravenwood man was headed northbound on Route B five miles north of Stanberry on his motorcycle when he crossed over the center line, drove off the west side, and overturned several times, ejecting him from the motorcycle. He was killed in the wreck.

On June 30th, Daviess County Prosecutor Andrea Beth Gibson filed charges against Kristen Hardin (59) of St. Joseph alleging Delivery of Controlled Substance (Felony), Possession of Controlled Substance (Felony), Driving While Revoked (Felony), Failure to Register, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Bond was denied.

On June 30th, Harrison County Prosecutor Michael Wulff filed charges against Leslie Jennings (24) of Mercer alleging Property Damage (Felony) and DWI. Bond was set at $3,000, cash only

On June 30th, the US Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that the 14th Amendment upheld Birthright Citizenship. The ruling overturns an executive order by President Donald Trump that held that the 14th Amendment did not protect children of non-citizens born in the United States.

Charges listed are merely allegations. Evidence in support of the charges must be presented before a court of competent jurisdiction whose duty it is to determine guilt or innocence. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Larry "Gene" King 1939-2026

Larry Gene King, 86, of Grant City, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at Mosaic Hospital in St. Joseph.

Gene was born on July 15, 1939, in Redding, Iowa, to Helen Ruth (Henry) King and James Leander King. He graduated from Grant City High School and carried throughout his life the small-town values of hard work, kindness, and helping others.

On December 6, 1959, Gene married the love of his life, Beverly Ann McKim. Together they built a life rooted in love, dedication, and family. During their 62 years of marriage, they raised two sons, Stephen and Jerry, and created a legacy that continues through their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

In the early years of their marriage, Gene and Beverly lived in Colorado and Oregon before returning to Grant City in the late 1960s. After returning home, Gene began a career with the Missouri Department of Transportation, where he worked for 30 years. Known for his strong work ethic and dependability, Gene took pride in providing for his family and serving his community.

Gene was the kind of man who never hesitated to lend a hand. Family and friends could always count on him when something needed repaired, a problem needed solved, or simply when a helping hand was needed. In his younger years, he enjoyed working with horses, wagons and spent countless hours caring for the family farm. He found satisfaction in honest work and took great pride in keeping busy. More than anything, Gene will be remembered for his generosity, quiet strength, and willingness to help anyone in need.

Gene was preceded in death by his parents; his beloved wife, Beverly; his brother, Dale King; and his sister, Rita Ray King.

He leaves behind a loving family who will forever cherish his memory: his sons, Stephen King and Jerry (Stacey) King of St. Joseph; grandchildren Chad (Rachael) McElvain of Maryville, Amber King of St. Joseph, Laura King of Grant City, Colby (Hunter) Bradford, and Cade Bradford of St. Joseph; and great-grandchildren Carleigh, Brennan, and Mylee McElvain, Milleigha and Cason King, Liam and Quinn Bradford and Jennifer King (mother of Chad, Amber and Laura) of Grant City, MO.

Though Gene's life was marked by hard work and dedication, his greatest accomplishment was the love he shared with his family and the example he set for those around him. His legacy of kindness, perseverance, and selflessness will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Prugh-Dunfee Funeral Home in Grant City, with visitation one hour prior from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Grant City Cemetery.

 

Community Calendar for July 1st, 2026

Community Calendar items are free of charge. To submit, email us at express@grm.net. All events are subject to change or last-minute cancelation.

REPEATING EVENTS

Mondays (except holidays) – Worth County Commissioners meet at 9 am.

Fridays – Bedford Jam, United Christian Presbyterian Church, 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm. Snacks and drinks available. Walk-ons are welcome. For information, call (712) 523-2282.

Fridays– Community Market, Memorial Park Shelter, Bethany. Fridays 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

Saturdays – Stanberry Community Farmers Market, 8 am to noon. Crafts, donuts, and more. Located six miles north of Stanberry on Highway B to AF. 4371 Highway AF.

Every Second Wednesday – Worth County Suicide Prevention Coalition, 5:00 pm, Worth County Community Church.

REGULAR ANNOUNCEMENTS

July 1st to 3rd – Gilman City Girls Basketball Camp. First through fifth graders from 8:00 to 9:30 am. Sixth through eighth graders from 10:00 to 11:30 am. Open to all girls from 1st through 8th grade 2026-27 from Gilman City or Tri-County. Cost is $30 per player; shirt included. To enter, email keoff@gilman.k12.mo.us.

July 1st to 3rd – Grant City Christian Church VBS, 10 am to noon, Grant City Pool Park. For grades Pre-K through 8th grade. Free to attend. Bring swimming attire, towel, and sunscreen. Theme: Blast Off – How Big is Our God?

July 3rd – Most government offices and courthouses will be closed due to Independence Day.

July 3rd – Worth County Tractor Cruise. The cruise will visit all five towns in Worth County. The cruise will start at the Worth County Fairgrounds, travel to Allendale, then the Denver Schoolhouse Museum. It will go to Worth and have lunch at the 169 Club, then proceed to Sheridan and return to the Fairgrounds.

July 3rd – Fireworks show in Allendale at sunset.

July 4th – Independence Day. No mail delivery.

July 4th – Allendale Fourth of July Breakfast, 7:00 am.

July 4th – Dedication of the Veterans Wall, Grant City Square, 11 am. The display will recognize all six branches of the US Armed Forces as well as the US and Missouri flags.

July 4th – Grant City Golf Course Fourth of July Golf Tournament, 1:00 pm.

July 4th – Free swim, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Grant City Pool.

July 4th – Grant City Fireworks Show at sunset.

July 5th -- Legion Breakfast, Parnell Legion Hall, 8 am.

July 6th to 10th – Swimming Pool Lessons at the Grant City Pool. Group 1 at 10 am each morning. Group 2 at 11:00 am each morning. $25 per participant. Must be 5 or older.

July 7th – Gentry/Worth Livestock Show, Willford Center Livestock Pavilion, Albany. Registration 7:00 am. Animals on site 8:00 am. Show starts 9:00 am.

July 7th – The Nodaway County Band will be in concert at the Roxy at 7:00 pm. Free will donation.

July 8th – Voter Registration Deadline for August 4th Primary Election.

July 9th -- Hopkins Food Pantry, 3 pm to 5 pm, Hopkins Christian Church Parsonage.

July 9th – Nodaway County Celebrity Steer Show, 5:00 pm, Nodaway County Community Building, 25669 Hawk Road, Maryville.

July 10th – Harrison County Republican Meet the Candidates, 6:00 pm, Bethany Memorial Park, 6:00 pm.

July 11th – Fireman’s Breakfast, Eagleville Firehouse, 7 am to 10 am. Free will donation.

July 11th – Nodaway County Fair Parade, 9:30 am, Nodaway County Square.

July 11th – Eagleville Car Show, Eagleville Square, in memory of the late Cynthia Owens. Registration 8:00 am. No entry fee. Prizes at 2:00 pm. Fireworks at dusk.

July 11th – Parnell Duck Days Whiffle Ball Tournament, Parnell City Park. Registration 1:30 pm. First games 2:00 pm. Teams consist of six players ages 8 and up. Each team may have up to three additional players under 8 years old. Cost $30/team. To enter, contact Autumn Burns (660) 254-5515.

July 11th – Harrison County Democratic Rally, 2 pm, Bethany Legion Building on Highway 13 south of Bethany.

July 11th – Parnell Duck Days Supper. 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Free will donation.

July 12th (rescheduled) – Stanberry Car Show.

July 12th – Parnell Duck Days Parade, 11:30 am. Grand Marshals: Andy and Joyce Pride.

July 12th – Brad Peve Memorial Poker Run, 33658 Highway NN, Hopkins, 1:00 pm. $5 per hand, $20 whole sheet. 

July 12th to 15th – Sheridan Christian Church VBS, 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm each night. Theme: Our Lost World.

July 12th – Sunday Night Movies in the Park, 7:00 pm, Grant City Pool Park. Free admission sponsored by Orilla’s Way. Dirty popcorn, dirty sodas, and other movie-night favorites available.

July 16th – Bedford Truck & Tractor Pull with Nebraska Bush Pullers, 2715 Linwood Avenue, Bedford, 7:00 pm.

July 17th to 18th – Hopkins/Pickering Citywide Garage Sales.

July 18th – Benefit for Jacob Walter, former DOT maintenance barn, Barnard, 5:00 pm. Free will donation dinner, live auction, dancing. If you cannot be there but wish to donate, mail checks to Bank Northwest, 217 East Main, Stanberry, MO 64489. Make all checks payable to Pappi’s Palooza Benefit. All donations are tax deductible.

July 19th -- Tri-C Memorial Post 464 Pancake Breakfast, 7 am to 11 am, Conception Junction. Proceeds to Post 464 veterans programs.

July 20th to 23rd – Eagleville Community Christian Church VBS. For ages 4 years old through 6th grade. Dinner will be served. Theme: Illumination Station.

July 20th – Second Worth County Hazardous Mitigation Plan meeting, Allendale Community Center, 5:30 pm. All counties and cities must develop a hazardous mitigation plan every five years in order to receive FEMA funding in the event of a disaster.

July 20th to 24th – Cave Quest Vacation Bible School. 6:00 pm each night, Hopkins Christian Church. Sponsored by the Hopkins Christian and Methodist Churches.

July 23rd -- Hopkins Food Pantry, 3 pm to 5 pm, Hopkins Christian Church Parsonage.

July 24th to 26th – Newsies Jr. summer play sponsored by the Maryville Young Players, a group of kids from grades 2 through 9. First show July 24th at 7:00 pm. Second show Saturday, July 25th at 2:00 pm. Third show July 25th at 7:00 pm. Fourth show Sunday, July 26th at 2:00 pm. All shows to be performed at the Schneider Center for the Performing Arts in Maryville.

July 25th – Aivry Griffin Memorial Golf Tournament. Registration 12 noon, tee time 1:00 pm.

July 25th – Dueling Pianos, Big Time Entertainment, Roxy Theater, 7 pm to 9 pm.

July 26th -- Ravenwood CBC Breakfast, 8:00 am to 12 noon.

July 27th – Last day to submit petitions to run as an independent candidate for the November 3rd election, 5:00 pm.

July 31st – Mozingo Lake Golf Tournament, 11 am. Proceeds will benefit Cameron Veterans Home. Limited to 36 teams on a first come, first served basis. To register, contact Alison Dredge (816) 649-1622.

August 2nd – Legion Breakfast, Parnell American Legion, 8 am to noon.

August 2nd to 6th – American Junior Golf Association Junior Golf Tournament, Mozingo Lake. A 54-hole championship for ages 12-19.

August 2nd – Jerry Litton Legacy of Dreams. A special event being planned in Chillicothe at the Litton Agri-Science Learning Center, 10780 Livingston County Road 235 in memory of the late congressman, who died in a plane crash 50 years ago. Free and open to the public. Doors open at 2:00 pm.

August 4th – Primary Election Day for Missouri. Polls open 6:00 am and close at 7:00 pm.

August 6th to 8th – Fur Takers of America National Trapping & Homesteading Convention, Macon County Fairgrounds, Macon. Starting at 6:00 pm on August 6th with a kickoff concert. Admission $20 for the weekend; veterans and kids 15 & under free. Campaign available at $20/night (primitive) or $40/night (full hookup). Meals available on-site.

August 7th to 8th – Blythedale Free Fair.

August 16th -- Tri-C Memorial Post 464 Pancake Breakfast, 7 am to 11 am, Conception Junction. Proceeds to Cameron Veterans Home.

August 22nd – Worth County Democratic Rally, 11 am to 4 pm, Old 169 Club.

August 29th – Stampede the Ville.

September 3rd to 7th – Northwest Missouri State Fair, Bethany.

September 5th – “Exploring the Dark” Hike, Crowder State Park, Trenton, 9 pm to 10 pm. Free and open to the public. Guided tour of the park. Bring water and closed-toe shoes.

September 12th – Worth County Suicide Prevention Coalition 5K Run/2K walk. Registration 7 am; run starts at 7:30 am and lasts until 12 noon. Free resources will be available from the VA, and a VA specialist will be on site. Cost $20. To RSVP, contact Jeremy Baker (660) 254-5311. Shirts are available; to order, contact Jeremy Baker by August 12th. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, please contact the Suicide Crisis Hotline at 988.

September 18th to 19th – Turkey Run Flea Market and Swap Meet. 12 noon to 6 pm September 18th; 8 am to 6 pm September 19th. Anything tradable welcome from homemade goods, antiques, tools, toys, clothes, livestock, vehicles, auto parts, crafts, food vendors, and more. Space: $15. Electric Hookups: $25. Camper: $45. After September 7th, add $5. If interested, call Adam Emery (660) 541-2984 or Sarah Emery (660) 853-0141.

September 20th -- Tri-C Memorial Post 464 Pancake Breakfast, 7 am to 11 am, Conception Junction. Proceeds to Sons of the American Legion Post 464.

October 3rd – Great Northwest Winefest, 1805 Nebraska Street, Mound City (Swimming Pool), 11:30 am. Proceeds will go to raise funds for Northwest Missouri Enterprise Facilitation.

October 13th – Hopkins Historical Society Fall Meeting, 7:00 pm.

October 18th -- Tri-C Memorial Post 464 Pancake Breakfast, 7 am to 11 am, Conception Junction. Proceeds to Post 464 membership.

October 23rd – Last day to file as a write-in candidate for the November 3rd election, 5:00 pm.

November 3rd – General election for Missouri. Polls open at 6 am and close at 7 pm.

November 15th -- Tri-C Memorial Post 464 Pancake Breakfast, 7 am to 11 am, Conception Junction. Proceeds to Ladies Auxiliary Unit 464.

May 29th – North Nodaway Alumni Reunion, North Nodaway School, 5:30 pm.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Aivry Griffin Memorial Tournament July 25th

The 5th Annual Aivry Griffin Memorial Golf Tournament will be held Saturday, July 25th at the Grant City Golf Course. Registration will be at 12 noon and tee time will be 1:00 pm. To RSVP, call (816) 935-1268.

Cost is $100 per team. There will be hole prizes. Golf carts are not available. To donate, Venmo is @AivryGriffinFoundation.

Over the last five years, the Aivry Griffin Foundation has been able to provide scholarships to individuals from Worth County, Albany, Stanberry, Ravenwood, and Northwest Missouri State in the amount of $21,000. The Foundation has provided around $40,000 towards organizations and activities that Aivry loved.

Last year, the Foundation’s mission was to help students go to state in an extracurricular activity. It donated $6,000 to football, track, FBLA, music, and shooting events.

Keely’s Kreations will once again make shirts. Orders are due by July 14th, 2026. Payment is due when orders are placed. Sponsorship letters are going out this week. If you are interested in becoming a new sponsor, call the number listed above, and you will get a letter.