Area Courthouse, Police, and Crime Reports for August 12th, 2026

On August 4th, Blake Crawford (32) of West Des Moines (IA) pleaded guilty in Daviess County Associate Circuit Court to a charge of Violation of Protection Order. He was sentenced to 60 days in jail by Judge Micha Lea Dixon with credit for time served. 

On August 4th, Justin Wink (45) of Martinsville pleaded guilty in Nodaway County Associate Circuit Court to charges of DWI and Defective Bumper. He was placed on two years probation by Judge Robert Rice and fined $500 plus costs. 

On August 4th, Marcus Hostetler (21) of Jamesport pleaded guilty in Daviess County Associate Circuit Court to DWI and Minor in Possession of Marijuana. He was placed on two years probation by Judge Micha Lea Dixon. Defendant must perform 45 hours of community service.

On August 4th, Northwest Mo Info reported that a Piper PA-24 Comanche aircraft crashed in a field north of Bethany, killing William Anderson (73). 

On August 4th, Aaron Farrell (24) of Maryville pleaded guilty in Daviess County Associate Circuit Court to a charge of DWI. He was placed on two years probation by Judge Micha Lea Dixon. Defendant must perform 30 hours of community service. 

On August 4th, Lane Dack (22) of Ravenwood pleaded guilty in Daviess County Associate Circuit Court to a charge of DWI (Prior). He was sentenced to 10 days in jail by Judge Micha Lea Dixon. 

On August 5th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol reported that a 14 year old juvenile and a 10 year old juvenile were operating a UTV in Albany when it flipped over. The 10 year old was injured. 

On August 5th, Jacob Cameron (28) of Bethany pleaded guilty in Harrison County Associate Circuit Court to a charge of Property Damage. He was placed on two years probation by Judge Jay Hemenway. Defendant must remain an active participant in alcohol education program. 

On August 5th, Cody Burton (21) of Stanberry pleaded guilty in Gentry County Associate Circuit Court to a charge of Assault. He was placed on two years probation by Judge Rebecca McGinley. Defendant may have no contact with the victims or be within 500 feet of them or their residences. Defendant must complete mental health evaluation and follow recommendations. Defendant must perform 20 hours community service and serve one day in jail with credit for time served. 

On August 5th, Judge Rebecca McGinley revoked the probation of Larry Atkison (43) of Jamesport and sentenced him to 10 days in jail following a violation report and hearing. The defendant had been on probation for DWI.

On August 5th, Chayna Enloe (39) of Cameron pleaded guilty in Daviess County Circuit Court to a charge of Possession of Controlled Substance at Jail (Felony). She was sentenced to four years in the Missouri Department of Corrections by Judge Daren Adkins, consecutive to all other sentences. 

On August 6th, Schuyler Gallegos (29) of Stanberry pleaded guilty in Gentry County Circuit Court to a charge of Driving While Revoked. He was placed on two years probation by Judge Corey Herron. Defendant must serve eight days shock time in jail and successfully complete a financial literacy course. 

On August 6th, Eric Sorensen (31) of Albany pleaded guilty in Gentry County Circuit Court to a charge of Domestic Assault. He was placed on two years probation by Judge Corey Herron. Defendant must serve 20 days shock time, complete anger management, and have no contact with the victim. 

On August 6th, Heather Stonebarger (56) of King City pleaded guilty in Gentry County Circuit Court to a charge of Possession of Controlled Substance (Felony). She was placed on five years probation by Judge Corey Herron. Defendant must serve 15 days shock time in jail and successfully complete drug treatment program. 

On August 6th, Jace Brownell (21) of Maryville pleaded guilty in Gentry County Circuit Court to charges of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Speeding. He was placed on one year probation and fined $80.50 plus costs by Judge Corey Herron. Defendant must serve four days shock time in jail. 

On August 6th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Jared Rockhold (27) of Stanberry alleging Possession of Controlled Substance (Felony), Speeding (68 mph), and No Plates. 

On August 7th, Sheridan, Parnell, and Ravenwood fire units responded to a call in Parnell. 

On August 7th, Daviess County Prosecutor Andrea Beth Gibson filed charges against Paige Dunlap (49) of Pattonsburg alleging DWI, Resisting Arrest, Failure to Obey Traffic Control Device, and Failure to Signal.

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.

North Nodaway Faculty and Staff List for 2026-27

Administration – Chris Turpin (Superintendent), Cody Jenkins (MS/HS Principal), Heather Townsend (Elementary Principal)

High School Staff – Catherine Auffert (MS/HS Special Ed), Cody Bix (Science), Tina Coffelt (Business), Reid Hart (History), Meghan Hersh (MS/HS English Language Arts), Emily Higgins (Paraprofessional), Logan Jackson (6th Grade), Haley Null (Paraprofessional), Troy Nally (Ag), Chase Sims (PE), McKenna Stephens (Art), Kristi Stricker (MS/HS Secretary), Christina Turpin (MS/HS Math), Victor West (STEM/History), Tiffany Whipple (Executive Secretary).

Elementary Staff – Lindsay Alexander (Elementary Secretary), Karissa Oberhauser (1st Grade), Andrew Hunsicker (5th Grade), Mattie Rhodes (3rd Grade), Stephanie DeLeon (Paraprofessional), Kasey Drummond (Paraprofessional), Kyle Fitzgerald (Music), Sami Jackson (Elementary Title I), Lexi Harger (2nd Grade), Cindy Martin (Librarian), Brooke McMahon (4th Grade), Cameron Morrison (Counselor), Linda Russell (Nurse), Audrey Boulting (Special Ed), Hailey Wilmes (Preschool), Lindsay Eckhert (Kindergarten).

Bus Drivers – Dustin Stringer, Ron Thompson, Angie Titus, Ron Scroggie.

Custodians – Jerald Everhart, Teresa Thompson, Bo Hansen.

Cooks – Christi Fountain, Corey Everhart, Chariza Gladman.

District Tech – Nicki Herndon.

Community Calendar for August 12th, 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 

August 12th – Car Show, Oak Pointe, 817 South Country Club Road, Maryville, 6:00 pm. 

August 13th -- Hopkins Food Pantry, 3 pm to 5 pm, Hopkins Christian Church Parsonage.

August 13th – All Sports Parent Meeting at Worth County, 5:30 pm. 

August 14th – Pot Luck, Worth County Senior Center, 12 noon. Free will donation. 

August 14th – Gentry Opry. Doors open 5:00 pm. Concert at 7:30 pm. Special guest John Marriott. 

August 14th to 15th – 34th annual Allendale Rodeo, 7:00 each night.

August 14th -- The Hopkins Guys will be live in concert Friday, August 14th at the Roxy at 7:00 pm. Members will be Phil Forney, Jerry Forney, Robbie Forney, Ricky Cross, Rick Titus, Dennis White, and J.R. Gladman. Proceeds will be used to pay for the restoration of the neon sign.

August 15th – Maryville Garden Club Fall Plant & Bake Sale, 7 am to 11 am, Nodaway County Senior Center. 

August 15th – Northeast Nodaway FFA Mystery Challenge Night with Mrs. Sobotka, 6:00 pm. 

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

August 17th – Junior High fall sports practices may begin. 

August 17th – In Person Registration at North Nodaway, 9:00 am.

August 17th – Worth County Hazardous Mitigation Plan meeting, 5:30 pm, Sheridan Community Building. 

August 19th – Culpepper & Merriweather Circus, King City. Shows at 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm. 

August 19th – North Harrison School Board Meeting, 5:30 pm. This will include the tax rate hearing.

August 19th – North Nodaway Tax Rate Hearing, 5:50 pm. Regular School Board Meeting 6:00 pm. 

August 19th – Worth County School Board Meeting, 6:00 pm. This will include the tax rate hearing. 

August 20th – North Nodaway District Wide Open House, 4:00 pm.

August 20th – Back to School Supper at NEN, hosted by the FFA, 5:00 pm. Mandatory incoming 6th grade and new 7th to 12th grade meeting, 5:00 pm. Open House 5:30 pm. School Board Meeting 7:00 pm. 

August 21st – Tiger Varsity Football Jamboree at Tarkio, 7:00 pm. 

August 22nd – Co-ed slow pitch softball tournament, 8:00 am, McFall City Park. 

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

August 22nd – Maryville Elks Lodge Membership Drive, 7 pm to 10 pm, North Vine Street between 2nd and 3rd Street. Bounce houses, Fire Department activities, Bingo, live music, street dance. 

August 23rd -- Ravenwood CBC Breakfast, 8:00 am to 12 noon. The Boys Basketball Team will be helping. 

August 23rd -- A cake party will double as a fundraiser for the Roxy Theater in Hopkins. The party will be held Sunday, August 23rd at the North Nodaway Gym with doors opening at 2 pm. Cost is $20 per person with preregistration or $25 at the door. All proceeds will go to the Roxy. To enter or for more information, contact Deena Poynter (660) 541-1336, Kary Owens (660) 562-0460, or Judy Crane (660) 254-2427.

August 24th – First day of School at North Nodaway and Worth County. Early Dismissal. 

August 24th – Annual meeting of GRM Networks, 10 am, GRM corporate office, Princeton. 

August 24th – Elementary Open House, North Harrison, 5:00 pm. All-sports parent meeting at 6:30 pm. Sixth grade orientation at 7:00 pm. 

August 24th – Elementary Open House at Gilman City, 5:30 pm. 

August 24th – Sheridan City Council Tax Rate Hearing, 5:30 pm, Sheridan Community Building. 

August 25th – First day of School at NEN. 

August 25th – Second Harvest Food Pantry, 10:00 am, Eagleville City Hall. Free and open to the public regardless of income. 

August 25th – North Harrison Softball Jamboree, 5:30 pm. 

August 26th – First day of School at Gilman City. Early dismissal. 

August 27th -- Hopkins Food Pantry, 3 pm to 5 pm, Hopkins Christian Church Parsonage.

August 27th – Full Moon/Partial Lunar Eclipse, 9:00 pm, Crowder State Park, Trenton. 

August 29th – Stampede the Ville. 

August 29th – North Nodaway Class of 2030 will sponsor a 5K Run/Walk during the Hopkins Picnic. Registration will start at 7:00 am and the Run/Walk will start at 7:30 am at the intersection of 148 and JJ. 

August 29th – The Grant City Fire Department will be holding a night golf tournament with tee time at 4:30 pm. The first nine holes will be played during daylight, and the other nine will be played at night. Cost is $60 per team. Meal will be provided by the Grant City Christian Church ladies. All proceeds will go to the Grant City Fire Department. 

August 30th – Sheridan Express Cooperative Board Meeting, 5:00 pm, Sheridan Villa Laundry Room. 

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

September 4th – No School at North Harrison. Northwest Missouri State Fair. Early dismissal at Gilman City. 

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 6th – American Legion Breakfast, 8 am, Parnell Legion Hall. 

September 7th – No school or mail delivery. Labor Day. 

September 8th – Middle School/High School Grandparents Day at North Nodaway High School, 11 am. 

September 8th – Blockton City Council Meeting, 7:00 pm. 

September 9th – Tiger Golf will be hosting a home meet with Albany, Stanberry, and North Harrison at 4:00 pm. 

September 10th -- Hopkins Food Pantry, 3 pm to 5 pm, Hopkins Christian Church Parsonage.

September 11th – Elementary Grandparents Day at Pickering, 11 am. 

September 12th – North Harrison Junior High Softball Tournament. 

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 16th – North Harrison Elementary Title Night, 5:00 pm. 

September 16th – Worth County School Board Meeting, 6:00 pm.

September 16th – North Nodaway School Board Meeting, 6:00 pm. 

September 17th – Shamrock Softball (JH/V/JV) vs. North Andrew, 4:30 pm. Senior Night. 

September 17th – NEN School Board Meeting, 7:00 pm. 

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 19th – Worth County Fall Carnival, Courthouse Square, Grant City. 

September 19th – Dusty Cowgirl 5th Anniversary Party, Grant City Square, 12 noon. 

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.

September 20th – 3rd Annual Cody Lee Stiens Memorial Scholarship Fundraiser, Nodaway County Senior Center, 8 am to 1 pm. Raffle and Silent Auction. Adults $15, children four and under free.

September 21st – No school at North Nodaway. Professional development. 

September 24th -- Hopkins Food Pantry, 3 pm to 5 pm, Hopkins Christian Church Parsonage.

September 26th – North Harrison Softball Round Robin. 

September 27th – Ravenwood Community Breakfast, 8 am to 12 noon. The Northeast Nodaway cheerleaders will be helping serve. 

September 28th – No school at NEN. Teacher in-service. 

September 29th – Kidsight Vision Screening at NEN, 9 am to 11 am. For PK through 1st grade. 

September 30th – North Nodaway National Honor Society Inductions, 6:00 pm. 

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 3rd – Big Brothers/Big Sisters Glow Walk/Run, 6:00 pm. The run will start at Mosaic in Maryville, follow the Safe Routes to School trail, through the Crestview Addition on South Munn, and return on the same route back to the hospital. 

October 4th – Legion Breakfast, Parnell Legion Hall, 8:00 am. 

October 10th – Maryville Fall into Fun, 12 noon to 6 pm. Market vendors, music, kids activities, and more. 

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. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Data Center Opponents See Threat to Way of Life, Rural Character

Irene Alexander told the Nodaway County Commission at their regular meeting Tuesday that the data centers being proposed for the county were a threat to their way of life which would alter the climate, quality of life, and water supply. She talked about how a recent drought in Puerto Rico led to water rationing where people would have water for 48 hours and would not have it for 48 hours. “The National Guard was delivering water to people,” she said. 

She said that the weather has already changed from when she was young, and that it was much hotter and dryer. In Colorado, Ms. Alexander noted, the Colorado River was down to 20% of its flow and the federal government was trying to negotiate compromises for all the affected water users. And yet, she said, data centers were proliferating in Arizona and California, downstream on the Colorado River. She said there were 120 operational in Arizona and 35-40 more planned, while in California, there were 300. In Missouri, there are now 54 operational or planned.

Rhonda Beatty said she had talked with a crop adjuster who was knowledgeable about weather patterns. She was told that these facilities create heat domes, and when they get high enough, they get into the jet stream and directly affect the weather patterns. “So one place gets massive hail all the time, and another place never gets any rain,” she said. She called for an independent environmental review and that they could reach out to the university. “We need to think about the future,” said Ms. Alexander. 

We had our own experience with heat domes. On Monday night, when we were covering the Maryville City Council Meeting, the room was unusually hot and humid. When we got out, at just before 8:00 pm, the temperature was 95 degrees while the surrounding area was in the high 80’s. A few years ago, we made a trip to Eagleville during the summer and the temperature in the early afternoon shot up from the high 80’s to around 95. When we left, the temperature went back down to 89. 

And on top of the proposed data centers, there was the ongoing road construction in the area. There is ongoing work turning the intersection at Route 71 and U into a J-turn, which the DOT says will reduce the risk of head-on collisions and road deaths. That step has drawn opposition from both proponents and critics of the proposed data center along with the commissioners, since it will make it harder for farmers on one side of Route 71 to access land on the other side of the road. Presiding Commissioner Bill Walker said that the commission had registered its opposition to the J-turn project. “They don’t listen to us,” said Mr. Walker. 

On top of that, there are communication issues at the DOT, something Worth County commissioners have noted in their meetings this year. One visitor to Tuesday's Nodaway County Commission meeting, Susie Strauch, was advised by the DOT that Route U, from 71 to Arkoe, was closing for bridge work, which would have createad a hardship since the nearby Moffat Road bridge is going to be worked on by the township. Later that morning, she got a call from the DOT and was advised that they were actually planning to work on the Bolckow bridge instead.

Taking aim at the 100+ jobs being touted by Scale Microgrids on its White Cloud Acres website, Ms. Strauch cited the 1,997 jobs in farming in Nodaway County as touted by Missouri Farmers Care, which administers the Agri-Ready status for Nodaway and other counties. “They’re taking prime land,” she said.

Wanda Goodspeed expressed concerns about the environment, noise, and quality of life. She said her nephew built a forever home that turned out to be right next to where the proposed $6 billion data center would be located. She said she worked in a factory for over 35 years and had to wear earplugs. She said she already hears the noise from the construction of the Evergy plant that is being built next door to the data center. “We are all here because we wanted the safety that comes from living in a rural area,” said Ms. Goodspeed. She said that one of the highlights of living where she does is watching the calves, colts, sheep, and lambs and checking to see how much the corn has grown after a rain. “Peoples’ lives should be more important,” said Ms. Goodspeed. She said that she was not against all technology, and that she used it like everyone else, but that what they had was adequate. 

Jeff From called on the Commission to act quickly to put together zoning and get answers to their questions during the six-month moratorium that they passed recently. “We feel like we’re disposable,” added Ms. Strauch. Commissioner Walker said they were going to talk about forming a zoning committee to include people from every township. Currently, commissioners have been absent, with Bill Walker absent due to illness last week and Scott Walk absent this week.

Donna Tompkins said that a recent main break on the Rural Water District’s lines show that they have issues with providing enough water to the area, let alone a data center with massive water needs. Currently, the Rural Water District has three different sources they can draw from, including the one in Gentry County that supplies Grant City and Parnell, and is looking for a fourth. 

Scott Wilson asked about the community development agreement. Commissioner Chris Burns said that it was just in a rough draft stage right now and that they needed to talk further with their attorney. “I don’t want this to drag on for 2-3 months,” said Mr. Wilson. Commissioners pledged that the moratorium was for everyone, not themselves. “If we don’t get the answers we’re looking for, we’ll extend it,” said Commissioner Walker. Jeff From said that it looked like the data center didn’t have a plan either. “That’s not acceptable,” said Mr. Wilson. Ms. Strauch said they probably planned to start doing the electrical phase first. Scale Microgrids recently filed a DNR permit application for White Cloud Generating, which would build 12 natural gas turbines, which would sell electricity to the grid for White Cloud Acres, the data center portion of the project, to buy back. The tentative construction start date was listed as February 2027. According to the August 6th minutes, Commissioners stated that the recently-passed moratorium applies to the power generator portion of the project.

While participants at the meeting pushed commissioners to move quicker on forming a zoning committee and getting answers, Commissioner Walker said that the commission had until the last week of the moratorium to extend it. 

Nodaway County Commission Minutes for August 6th, 2026

Convene

North District Commissioner Chris Burns called the meeting of the Nodaway County Commission to order at 8:00 a.m. on August 6, 2026 at the Commissioner’s Office. Present: Chris Burns and Scott Walk.  Also present: Melinda Patton, County Clerk.  Not present:  Bill Walker

Approval of Agenda and Prior Minutes

Commissioner Burns made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Walk seconded the motion.  The motion passed by vote: Burns (Yes); Walk (Yes.)  Walk made a motion to approve prior commission minutes dated 8/4/26.  Burns seconded the motion.  The motion passed by vote: Burns (Yes); Walk (Yes.)  

Approved: Liquor License for The Ville 101.

Accounts Payable: Checks #88360-88403

Requisitions:  Sheriff to MTE for equipment; Collector/Treasurer to Missouri Office of Prosecution Services. 

Reviewed:  The Commission reviewed the following information received by mail or email:

 Emails from citizen on proposed data center 

 Certificate of Liability Insurance – Maryville Glass and Lock Co., Inc.

 Senate Bill 3 (SB3) updates from Travis Elliott, Ellis, Ellis, Hammond and Johnson, P.C.

 MoDOT notice re: Route 71 Intersection Improvement Project beginning August 10th

Building and Property Maintenance – Elaine Wilson, Circuit Clerk, called to discuss phone issues her office has been having.  Wilson has been working with the help desk at United Fiber to find a solution.  Other offices have also had intermittent issues.  A call was put in to Darren Farnan to make him aware of ongoing concerns.  The check from Traveler’s Insurance was received for the Road and Bridge truck that was totaled.  

Public Comment – Citizens shared concerns over turbines, Development Agreement being made public, Missouri Department of Transportation’s (MoDOT) J-turn, natural gas lines, hiring a consultant (specifically Steve Etcher), more acreage being sought to increase footprint, additional data centers looking to come to Nodaway County and if the moratorium would cover the power plant site with the Commissioners. The Commissioners discussed that the development agreement is a very rough draft and has been marked up to share with the county attorney Travis Elliott. It was shared as a confidential document, so the Commissioners will discuss with Elliott if it can be shared. The Commission explained that they would rather wait until it is a document that has been ironed out with the developer more.  No consultant has been hired by Nodaway County. Per Josh McKim, Nodaway County Economic Development (NCED), no more acreage has been purchased by the current proposed data center, only easements have been purchased/filed. The Commissioners agreed that this was what they were aware of as well. Burns stated that this information could be accessed through the Recorder of Deeds office or the Assessor’s office. The Commission shared that the moratorium also covers the power plant site.  Those present: Bill Oliver, KXCV/KRNW Radio, Geoffrey Woehlk, Maryville Forum, Dustin Skoglund, Susie Strauch, Mike Wilson, Scott Wilson, Rene Puckett, Jeffrey From, Jennifer Gillespie, Rhonda Beattie, Time Schafer, Kim Swyers, Donna Tompkins, Austin Hann, Sheriff, Lori Burns, Public Administrator, Josh McKim and Kim Mildward, (NCED)

County Clerk – Patton reviewed several Sunshine Requests received.  Several were forwarded on to Elliott to review.

Nodaway Nursing Home – Jessica Jacobsen and Kim Marshall stopped in to inquire about acquisition of the lease for the county owned building.  Reviewed an email from Benjamin Blowers, Associate Attorney for Sternshein Legal Group.

Lunch Break – Walk made a motion to adjourn for lunch.  Burns seconded the motion.  All in favor.

Opioid Settlement Funds – Reviewed and discussed an email from Brian Madden, Wagstaff & Cartmell, LLP on pending opioid litigation. Commission unanimously agree to accept the mediator proposal.

Tenaska Donation – Responded to an email from a community member regarding parameters for qualifying for funds. 

County Attorney – Spoke with County Attorney, Travis Elliott re: Four Sunshine Requests received from Alison Quennoz, Community Outreach Coordinator Jeffery Law Group, LLC.

Adjournment – Burns made a motion to adjourn until 8/11/2026.  Walk seconded the motion.  The motion passed by vote:  Burns (Yes); Walk (Yes.)    

Robert Lewin 1956-2026

Robert Earl Lewin, age 70, of Papillion, Nebraska, passed away on August 8, 2026.

Robert was born to Virgil Albin Lewin and Martha Lue (Cobb) Lewin on February 12, 1956 in Trenton, Missouri. He was a 1974 graduate of Trenton High School and a 1976 graduate of North Central Missouri College.

Robert started working for Trenton, Missouri, Hy-Vee at the age of 16. He was very dedicated and moved up in positions at Trenton. His first transfer was to Bethany, Missouri. Then, to Chillicothe, Missouri, where Robert met Marlynn Kay Plowman and was united in marriage on January 7, 1989. In 1992, daughter, Haley was born. In 1993, Robert was promoted to his first Store Director position in Grant City, Missouri. He was honored to earn Store of the Quarter 1993-94. Two years later, he transferred to Mount Ayr, Iowa. Then, in 1997, a promotion to his most long term position as Store Director at Osceola, Iowa. He guided the staff, made improvements, and in 1999, Robert was selected Store Director of the Year. Robert enjoyed his job, the staff, and customers. He retired in 2008 and in 2011 made his home in Papillion, Nebraska.

Robert was always active in his community. He felt this was the best way to promote Hy-Vee, and he wanted to give back to the community. He loved being involved in Kiwanis, Jaycees, Chamber of Commerce, Booster Club, and Lions.

Robert grew up playing sports whether it be basketball, tennis, or baseball. When he lived in Bethany, Missouri, he took interest in volleyball and softball. In Grant City, Missouri, he started playing golf. Then, when moving to Papillion, Nebraska, pickleball became his favorite activity. Sports became another way to meet new people as he transferred to each city.

Robert was hard working, outgoing, caring, a mentor, and a good person. He enjoyed being with his family, visiting with friends, traveling, Royals, Chiefs, and taking care of his granddog, Teddy. Robert loved watching Haley participate in sports and is so proud of all she and Ash do. He will be missed by his family and friends.

Robert is survived by his wife of 37 years, Marlynn, of their home. Also survived by daughter, Haley Gambhir and husband, Ash of Sandy, Utah; mother-in-law, Joyce Plowman of Chillicothe, Missouri; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Marcie Sharp and Bob Sharp of Chillicothe, Missouri; and nieces, nephews, and cousins. Robert was preceded in death by his parents and father-in-law, Donald Plowman.

The visitor register will be available for signing at Lindley Funeral Home, Chillicothe, Missouri, on Thursday, August 13, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. A Graveside Memorial Service will be held at Edgewood Cemetery, Chillicothe, Missouri, on Friday, August 14, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. (You are welcome to bring a chair.) Memorial contributions to Nebraska Cancer Specialists HOPE Foundation and can be left at or mailed to Lindley Funeral Home, PO Box 47, Chillicothe, MO 64601 or left at the Graveside Memorial Service. Online condolences may be left at www.lindleyfuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements are under the direction of Lindley Funeral Home, Chillicothe, Missouri.

Weekly Area Road Work for August 12th, 2026

Daviess County

Route C – Resurfacing project through Aug. 18. The roadway may be CLOSED or narrowed to one lane with flaggers. (Contractor: Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc.)

Route 6 – Milling pavement from Route 13 to Route CC and Route DD junction, Aug. 10-11.

U.S. Route 69 – Milling pavement from Route C to Route T, Aug. 12-14.

Gentry County

Route UU – Resurfacing project through Aug. 20. The roadway may be CLOSED or narrowed to one lane with flaggers. (Contractor: Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc.)

Nodaway County

U.S. Route 71 – Intersection improvement project at 340th Street beginning Aug. 10, through early November 2026. (Contractor: Leavenworth Excavating & Equipment Company, Inc.) https://www.modot.org/projects/us-route-71-j-turn-installation-nodaway-county

U.S. Route 71 – Resurfacing project from the Iowa state line to U.S. Route 136 near Burlington Junction through August 2026. The road will be narrowed to one lane, and a 10-foot width restriction will be in place.

U.S. Route 136 – Resurfacing project from I-29 to U.S. Route 71 through August 2026. The road will be narrowed to one lane, and a 10-foot width restriction will be in place.

Route VV – CLOSED for a deck replacement project at the Platte River Bridge through December 2026. (Contractor: Louis-Company, LLC) https://www.modot.org/projects/route-vv-bridge-replacement-nodaway-county

Route J – Resurfacing project through Aug. 24. The roadway may be CLOSED or narrowed to one lane with flaggers. (Contractor: Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc.)

Route KK – Culvert repair from 180th Street to 170th Street, Aug. 11. The roadway will be narrowed to one lane 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Route KK – Culvert repair from U.S. Route 136 to 180th Street, Aug. 12. The roadway will be narrowed to one lane 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Route KK – Culvert repair from 180th Street to 170th Street, Aug. 11. The roadway will be narrowed to one lane 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Route H – CLOSED for a culvert replacement from 375th Street to 400th Street, Aug. 12, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.