Area Courthouse, Police, and Crime Reports for March 11th, 2026

On March 3rd, Saylor Eiken (18) of Winston pleaded guilty in Daviess County Associate Circuit Court to charges of DWI and Careless & Imprudent Driving. They were placed on two years probation by Judge Micha Lea Dixon. Defendant must perform 38 hours of community service.

On March 3rd, Danial Liess (31) of Clearmont pleaded guilty in Nodaway County Associate Circuit Court to a charge of Negligent Burning. He was fined $550 plus costs by Judge Robert Rice.

On March 3rd, Lincoln LaFave (22) of St. Joseph pleaded guilty in Nodaway County Associate Circuit Court to a charge of Trespassing. He was fined $178.50 plus costs by Judge Robert Rice.

On March 3rd, Michael Eugene Sprague (57) of Kansas City pleaded guilty in Clay County Circuit Court to a charge of Aggravated Fleeing (Felony). He was sentenced to four years in the Missouri Department of Corrections by Judge David Chamberlain, concurrent with other sentences.

On March 4th, Nodaway County Associate Circuit Judge Robert Rice issued a warrant for the arrest of Frank Cates (40) of Council Bluffs alleging that he failed to abide by an order. The defendant is facing charges for Driving While Revoked (Felony), Speeding, Possession of Controlled Substance (Felony), and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

On March 4th, Orville Etherton (57) of Chillicothe pleaded guilty in Daviess County Circuit Court to charges of Stealing (Felony) and Trespassing. He was placed on five years probation and sentenced to 30 days in jail by Judge Daren Adkins. Defendant may not have contact with the victim or enter Kidder. Defendant must maintain mental health counseling and medications until released by a psychiatrist.

On March 4th, Brian Robertson (20) of Breckinridge pleaded guilty in Daviess County Circuit Court to a charge of Damage to Jail Property. He was placed on five years probation by Judge Daren Adkins.

On March 4th, Alton Ward (61) of Hamilton pleaded guilty in Daviess County Circuit Court to a charge of Possession of Controlled Substance (Felony). He was placed on five years probation by Judge Daren Adkins. Defendant must attend NA/AA meetings two times per week, at least one must be in-person.

On March 4th, Bryan Carroll (67) of Stanberry admitted to violating his probation in Gentry County Associate Circuit Court. He was given a new term of probation for two years. Defendant must wear SCRAM device for the next six months.

On March 4th, Drew Dack (19) of Ravenwood pleaded guilty in Gentry County Associate Circuit Court to charges of Careless & Imprudent Driving (Accident), Failure to Obey Law Enforcement Officer, Minor in Possession, and No Valid License. He was assessed $763.50 in fines and costs and placed on two years probation by Judge Rebecca McGinley. Defendant must serve 10 days house arrest subject to school and work, complete alcohol education program, and may not consume alcohol or enter bars.

On March 4th, Sagan Gonzalez (37) of Hamilton was sentenced in Daviess County Circuit Court to four years in the Missouri Department of Corrections for a charge of DWI (Felony) by Judge Daren Adkins. Court retains jurisdiction for 120 days, and the DOC will make recommendations regarding probation or incarceration. The defendant had pleaded guilty on January 7th.

On March 4th, Franklin Holcomb (44) of Gallatin pleaded guilty in Daviess County Circuit Court to a charge of Failure to Register as Sex Offender (Felony). He was placed on five years probation by Judge Daren Adkins. Defendant must attend AA/NA meetings two times per week; at least one must be in-person.

On March 4th, Christian Slaughter had his initial appearance on a charge of Receiving Stolen Property (Felony) in Harrison County Associate Circuit Court. At that hearing, bond was announced at $1,000 cash only by Judge Jay Hemenway. However, a docket entry from the court dated March 5th said that the defendant was wrongfully released after posting a surety bond, which was not authorized by the court. Judge Jay Hemenway revoked the surety bond and issued a warrant for $1,500, cash only. The warrant was served on March 6th.

On March 4th, Ray Wallace (46) of Altamont pleaded guilty in Daviess County Circuit Court to charges of No Valid License (Felony) and Possession of Controlled Substance (Felony). He was sentenced to four years in the Missouri Department of Corrections by Judge Daren Adkins.

On March 4th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol reported that a 28 year old man from Cleveland (TN) was seriously injured after his Freightliner, which was southbound on I-35 near Pattonsburg, crossed into the median, overcorrected, returned to the roadway, and overturned.

On March 4th, Franklin Holcomb (44) of Gallatin was placed on five years probation by Judge Daren Atkins following his guilty plea to a charge of Failure to Register as Sex Offender (Felony) on January 7th. Defendant must attend AA/NA meetings at least two times per week.

On March 5th, Travis Hood (37) of Kansas City pleaded guilty in Gentry County Associate Circuit Court to a charge of Furnishing Pornographic Material to a Minor and Sexual Misconduct. He was placed on five years probation by Judge Corey Herron. The case had been transferred to Gentry County from Putnam County on a Change of Venue.

On March 5th, Autumn Lowe (37) of Ridgeway entered an Alford Plea in Gentry County Circuit Court to charges of Unlawful Possession of Firearm (Felony), Speeding, Failure to Drive on Right Half of Roadway, and Resisting Arrest. She was placed on five years probation by Judge Corey Herron and fined $121 plus costs. Defendant must successfully complete substance abuse evaluation and follow recommendations. Defendant must serve 30 days shock time with weekends permitted and defendant given credit for time served.

On March 5th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol reported that a 17 year old Bethany teen ran off 205th Street two miles south of Bethany, skidded, crossed the center, went off the east side, struck a ditch, and overturned.

On March 5th, the Bethany Police Department reported that residents had been getting mail solicitations from “Citizens Behind the Badge” entitled, “My Declaration of Support for Bethany Area Police Officers.” The Bethany Police Department has no affiliation, partnership, or endorsement agreement with that group, which is based in Virginia. Donations do not go to the Bethany Police Department or its officers, and the Bethany Police Department is not conducting any mail-based fundraising campaign at this time.

On March 5th, Daviess County Prosecutor Andrea Beth Gibson filed charges against Michael Lewis (35) of Hamilton alleging Tampering with Physical Evidence.

On March 6th, Worth County Circuit Court Judge Corey Herron recalled the case of Donald Gillespie (64) of Grant City and ordered him released from the Missouri Department of Corrections to five years probation starting April 8th.

On March 6th, Daviess County Prosecutor Andrea Beth Gibson filed charges against Julie Coffman (57) of Gallatin alleging DWI (Felony) and Leaving the Scene (Felony). Bond was set at $10,000, cash only. Later, defendant was given leave to post 10% cash. Defendant must wear a SCRAM device.

On March 6th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Tina Dieter filed charges against Matthew Felton (48) of Maryville alleging DWI (Prior).

On March 6th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Tina Dieter filed charges against Dau Mayom (22) of Maryville alleging Stealing. An affidavit from the Maryville Police Department alleges the defendant stole $533.88 worth of merchandise from Wal-Mart between December 13th and February 8th.

On March 6th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Tina Dieter filed charges against Adam Bartout (19) of Maryville alleging Stealing. An affidavit from the Maryville Police Department alleges the defendant stole $524.71 worth of merchandise from Wal-Mart between December 13th and January 16th.

On March 6th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Tina Dieter filed charges against Nathan Elliott (21) of Maryville alleging Stealing. An affidavit from the Maryville Police Department alleges the defendant stole $38.39 worth of merchandise from the Maryville Wal-Mart between December 13th and January 23rd.

On March 6th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Tina Dieter filed charges against Amin Abdi Amin (20) of Maryville alleging Stealing. An affidavit from the Maryville Police Department alleges the defendant stole $543.27 from the Maryville Wal-Mart between December 13th and February 3rd.

On March 6th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Tina Dieter filed charges against Aaron Clarke (20) of Maryville alleging Stealing. An affidavit from the Maryville Police Department alleges the defendant stole $537.05 from the Maryville Wal-Mart between December 13th and February 8th.

On March 7th, Harrison County Prosecutor Michael Wulff filed charges against Kimberly Heffentrager (49) of Des Moines alleging Resisting Arrest, DWI, and Careless & Imprudent Driving. Bond was set at $2,500, cash only.

On March 7th, Daviess County Prosecutor Andrea Beth Gibson filed charges against Drew Johnson (39) of Princeton alleging Unlawful Use of a Weapon (Felony).

On March 9th, the Atchison County Sheriff’s Office reported that James Ball (65) of Fairfax pleaded guilty to Child Molestation (Felony) and Sexual Abuse (Felony). He was sentenced to 15 years in the Missouri Department of Corrections.

On March 10th, Daviess County Prosecutor Andrea Beth Gibson filed charges against Jarrett Haring (24) of Litchfield (MN) alleging Possession of Controlled Substance (Felony) and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Bond was denied.

On March 10th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Tina Dieter filed charges against Todd Panning (53) of Craig alleging two counts Failure to Register as Sex Offender (Felony) and Sex Offender Residing Within 1,000 Feet of School (Felony). Bond was set at $10,000, cash or corporate surety.

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.

James "Jim" Price 1953-2026

James “Jim” Price, 62, of Ravenwood, Missouri passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family.

Jim was born on May 4, 1963, in Maryville, Missouri to John L. and Phyllis F. Lewis and was a graduate of Northeast Nodaway High School.

Jim was a farmer by heart and had also worked for Daltons Hog Farm, Busby’s, COOP, Laclede Chain and Kawasaki. He raised Black Angus Cattle and pigs on the homestead.

He was a member of the Sheridan Chirstian Church, Scout Master Troop 131, Tribe of Mic-O-Say “Runner” Dark Mustang and the American Angus Association. 

He loved his family and being a Papa most. He enjoyed the outdoors, his cows, leading scouts, and deer hunting with his family. He married Tracie M. Ogle on November 15, 1997, in Burlington Junction, Missouri. She survives of the home. Additional survivors include their children, Stephanie M. Price, Maverick J. Price, Samantha J. (Donte) Peterson, and Shanon R. (Josh) Cook; grandchildren, Michaelynn Price, River Peterson, Morgan Cook, Madison Cook and Mason Cook; great-grandchild, Valee Heintz; brother, Johnny Price, sister, Elaine Coffelt, brother, Jeff (Misty) Price, sister, Donna (Kevin) Walter and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Ashley Price, son, Michael Ogle, brother, Joe Price; sister-in-law, Rita Price, brothers-in-law, Tim Coffelt and Christopher Ogle and his grandparents, Perry and Rosella Lewis and John and Florine Price. 

Celebration of Life 10am Saturday, March 14th at the Sheridan Christian Church. Burial will follow at Oak Lawn Cemetery, Ravenwood, Missouri. The family will receive friends on Friday, March 13th from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at the Sheridan Christian Church.

In memory of Jim, his family suggests memorials to the Sheridan Christian Church or Oak Lawn Cemetery Association.

Community Calendar for March 11th, 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.

WEEKLY 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.

REGULAR ANNOUNCEMENTS

March 11^th – Spring Immunization Clinic for current NEN 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, and 11^th graders.

March 11^th – Mary Seat 80^th Birthday Party, 2 pm to 4 pm, Grant City Golf Clubhouse.

March 11^th – North Nodaway Academic Showcase, 5:15 pm to 7:00 pm.

March 11^th – North Nodaway PTO, North Nodaway Cafeteria, 6:00 pm.

March 12^th – Early dismissal at Worth County, Gilman City, and North Nodaway. Parent/Teacher conferences.

March 12^th – North Nodaway Parent/Teacher Conferences 1 pm.

March 12^th – Chips, Dips, and Scholarships workshop, Worth County School, 1 pm to 7 pm. For Worth County senior students and parents who wish to apply for scholarships. Snacks will be provided.

March 12^th -- Hopkins Food Pantry, 3 pm to 5 pm, Hopkins Christian Church Parsonage.

March 12^th – North Harrison Spring Title Family Night, 5:30 pm.

March 12^th – Awards Night for NEN Basketball teams and cheer, 7 pm.

March 13^th – No school at Worth County, Gilman City, or North Nodaway.

March 13^th – North Nodaway High School Third Quarter Awards Assembly, 11am.

March 13^th – Worth County Senior Center Pot Luck, 12 noon. Free will donation.  

March 13^th – Gentry Opry, first show of the year. Doors open at 5 pm. Concert starts at 7:30 pm. Special guest Michael Goff. Concessions available.

March 13^th to 15^th – The Rose Theatre in Maryville will perform their 2026 youth play, “George Washington Ate my Homework.” Performances will be on Friday, March 13th at 7 pm, Saturday, March 14th at 7 pm, and Sunday, March 15th at 2 pm. Tickets are $8 and are available on the Rose Theatre website. The theatre is located at 120 West 3rd in Maryville.

March 14^th – Household Hazardous Waste Collection, Nodaway County Maintenance Barn, 1516 East Halsey Street, Maryville, 8 am to 12 noon. Free and open to residents of Worth, Atchison, Gentry, Holt, and Nodaway Counties. No commercial or business waste. Examples include household chemicals, fertilizers, pesticides, brake fluid, transmission fluids, batteries, waxes, compact fluorescent light bulbs and rubes, antifreeze, oil-based paint, and varnish. No latex paint accepted. Keep materials in the original container. Do not mix waste together.

March 14^th – Worth County Alumni Tournament, 9:30 am. $75/team. Men’s format will be 5x5 with a round robin and then a championship game. Must have at least three Worth County former students/athletes, past or present staff, or parent of a Worth County student or alumnus on the court. Women’s format will be open to all ladies. $5 per player. Format will depend on participation. Proceeds will go towards the weight room.

March 14^th – NEN and North Harrison Varsity Baseball Jamboree at Albany. North Harrison vs. Albany at 12 noon. NEN vs. North Harrison at 1:45 pm. NEN vs. Albany at 3:30 pm.

March 14^th – 39^th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, 300 Block of North Market Street, Maryville, 3:17 pm. The 300 Block of North Market Street will be closed from 1 pm to 5 pm.

March 16^th – Worth County will host a Scholar Bowl meet at 4 pm.

March 16^th – North Harrison will host a Scholar Bowl meet at 4 pm with Albany and St. Joseph Christian.

March 16^th – NEN Family Reading Night at the Library, 4:30 pm.

March 16^th – Worth County School Board Meeting, 6 pm.

March 17^th – Worth County Kindness Club Meeting, 3:00 pm.

March 17^th – NEN Scholar Bowl at Jefferson, 4:30 pm.

March 17^th – North Nodaway Scholar Bowl at Fairfax, 4:30 pm.

March 17^th – Gilman City Scholar Bowl at Braymer, 5:00 pm.

March 18^th – Final day for the county to mail an absentee ballot to a voter for the April 7^th election.  

March 18^th – North Harrison School Board Meeting, 5:30 pm.

March 20^th – Hopkins Fire Department Fish Fry Fundraiser, Hopkins Community Building, 5 pm. Free will donation. Fish, chicken strips, French fries, hush puppies, beans, cole slaw, desserts.

March 21^st – Lincoln Days Dinner & Auction, South Harrison High School Commons. Social at 5:30 pm, dinner at 6:00 pm. Auction to follow. $10 per person. State Rep. Mazzie Christensen will speak. Sponsored by the Harrison County Republican Committee.

March 21^st – Gentry & Worth County Cattlemen’s Banquet, Albany National Guard Armory. Doors open at 5:30 pm. Dinner served at 6:30 pm.

March 21st — Hopkins CBC Bingo, 6:30 pm, Hopkins Community Building.

March 22^nd – Ravenwood CBC Breakfast, 8 am to 12 noon.

March 22^nd – Hopkins Beef & Noodle Dinner, 11 am to 1 pm, Hopkins Community Building.

March 22^nd (tentative) – Sheridan Express Cooperative Board Meeting, 5:00 pm, Sheridan Housing Laundry Room.

March 23^rd – North Nodaway will be hosting an FFA contest.  

March 24^th – Second Harvest Mobile Food Pantry, 10 am, Gilman City First Baptist Church. Free and open to the public regardless of income.

March 24^th – Hopkins Historical Society Spring Meeting, 7:00 pm, Hopkins Museum.

March 25^th – Second Harvest Mobile Food Pantry, 10 am, Pattonsburg City Hall. Free and open to the public regardless of income.

March 25^th – North Nodaway School Board Meeting, 6:00 pm.

March 26^th -- Hopkins Food Pantry, 3 pm to 5 pm, Hopkins Christian Church Parsonage.

March 27^th – Biscuits & Gravy Breakfast, Worth County Senior Center, 7 am to 9 am. Free will donation.

March 28^th – Spring into Homesteading, 9 am to 3 pm, Ridgeway High School Gym.

March 28^th – Kirk Cemetery Annual Board Meeting, 1 pm at the cemetery.

March 28^th – Cainsville PTO Carnival. Taco supper from 4 pm to 7 pm. Cost: $5 adults. 12 and under $3. 3 and under free. Games are from 5 pm to 8 pm. Tickets are 25 cents each or 20 for $5. Auction and raffles at 8 pm.

March 28^th – Parnell Fire Department Hog Roast, 5:30 pm to 8 pm. Parnell Firehouse. Roasted hog, cheesy taters, salads, dessert, and beverages. Free will donation.

March 29^th – God’s Squad, Sheridan Christian Church, 6 pm. Teens spreading the gospel through drama and music.

April 4^th – The Worth County Clerk’s office will be open from 8:30 am to 12 noon for absentee voters. Bring Voter ID.

April 7^th – Municipal Election Day. Polls open at 6 am and close at 7 pm. Bring Voter ID.

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

April 18^th – Trade Days, Cainsville.

April 19^th -- Tri-C Memorial Post 464 Pancake Breakfast, 7 am to 11 am, Conception Junction. Proceeds to fund scholarships.

April 22^nd – Northwest Missouri Enterprise Facilitation 20^th Anniversary Celebration, Mozingo Event Center, 6 pm. Keynote Speaker: Ernesto Sirolli.

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

April 28^th – Blood Drive, 2 pm to 6 pm, North Harrison School Cafeteria. Sponsored by the North Harrison FBLA.

May 9^th – Downtown Maryville Spring into Fun, 12 noon to 5 pm. Main Street from 2^nd to 5^th Street, Market Street from 2^nd to 5^th Street, 3^rd Street from Vine to Buchanan, and 4^th Street from Vine to Buchanan will be closed from 9:30 am to 7 pm.

May 15^th to 17^th – Turkey Run Flea Market and Swap Meet. 33982 State Highway NN, Hopkins. May 15^th from 12 noon to 8 pm. May 16^th from 8 am to 8 pm. May 17^th from 9 am to 3 pm. Vendor space $15 by May 8^th, $20 afterwards. Electric hookups are $25 by May 8^th, $30 afterwards. Camper hookup $45 by May 8^th, $50 afterwards. Set up May 14^th after 6 pm or Friday after 8 am. For more information, call Adam Emery (660) 541-2984 or Sarah Emery (660) 853-0141.

May 23rd – North Nodaway R-VI Alumni Banquet will be held Saturday, May 23, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in the North Nodaway High School gymnasium. The banquet will honor the Class of 1976 on its 50-year reunion and recognize the 250th birthday of the United States. Cost is $17 per person plus $2 alumni dues. Reservations and payment are due by May 14. For reservations, contact Teresa DeMott (660-582-1086), Sue Florea (660-541-4108), or Joyce Hennegin (660-927-3682).

June 5^th to 6^th – Resound Fest, Miracle Hills Ranch, three miles south of Bethany. Free admission, community worship, and onsite camping.

June 20^th – Mike Henggeler Father’s Day Memorial Baseball Tournament, Stanberry ball fields, 8 am. Entry $150 per team; limit six teams for two divisions. First division – ages 9U to 12U. Second division – ages 13U to 16U. $150 per team. To enter, contact titletownevents@gmail.com. All proceeds will be donated directly to the Henggeler family.

June 21^st -- Tri-C Memorial Post 464 Pancake Breakfast, 7 am to 11 am, Conception Junction. Proceeds to the Heart of America Tractor Club.

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

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

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

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

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

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rampant Pentagon Spending Accelerates Under Hegseth

Rampant Pentagon spending under presidents of both parties has accelerated under current secretary Pete Hegseth, a report by Open the Books, a government watchdog site that tracks federal and state government spending, reported Monday.

Pentagon spending, like much federal government spending, is done on a “Spend it or Lose it” basis. The Pentagon and other government agencies typically rush to get money out the door in September before it has to be returned. State and Federal agencies also typically rush money out the door when presidential administrations are about to change.

In September 2025, the Pentagon awarded a record $93.4 billion in grants and contracts, including $50.1 billion spent just in the last five working days of September alone. By way of comparison, the Biden Administration spent almost $80 billion in September 2024.

Items purchased include things like luxury food items, high-end furniture, and IT purchases. Since 2008, the Pentagon has spent an average of $257.6 million on furniture every September, which is 564% above the norm. With that money, the Pentagon could have sent 2,000 switchblade drones, 3-4 HIMARS systems, 1,400 GMLRS rockets, 1,420+ Javelin anti-tank missiles, or 530+ Stinger anti-air missiles to Ukraine.

During Barack Obama’s administration, the Pentagon typically spent $300 to $400 million in furniture every September.

Under Secretary Hegseth, the Pentagon has spent the following on luxury items:

—$2 million on Alaskan king crab;

—$6.9 million of lobster tail;

—$15.1 million of ribeye steak;

—$1 million of salmon;

—272 orders of doughnuts for $139,224. That is around $511 per order of doughnuts. A donut at Casey’s typically costs around $1.60.

—$124,000 for ice cream machines;

—$26,000 for sushi preparation tables;

—$5.9 billion in IT and telecommunications, including $3.5 billion for technical support and cable TV.

This is the tip of the iceberg. Other purchases include a $98,329 piano for the Air Force Chief of Staff’s home, a $26,000 violin, and a $21,750 flute.

 

Worth County Land Transfers for February 2026

February 2nd — Book 211, Page 123; Wilma M. Surplus to David Rowe; Warranty Deed.

February 2nd — Book 211, Page 124; David Rowe to Barbara Fleetwood; Warranty Deed.

February 2nd — Book 211, Page 125; First Interstate Bank to Dennis Downing; Deed of Release.

February 3rd — Book 211, Page 127; Revocable Living Trust John C. & Jo Ellen Andrews to Bret Miller and Kortnee Blankenship; Trustee’s Deed.

February 3rd — Book 211, Page 128; Bret Miller and Kortnee Blankenship to Verimore Bank; Deed of Trust.

February 4th — Book 211, Page 130; Revocable Trust Carol Randle & Don Randle to Connie Wonderly & Robert Wonderly, Trustee’s Deed.

February 6th — Book 211, Page 131; Mortgage Electronic Registration System to Cheralee Pointer and Leslie Pointer; Deed of Release.

February 10th — Book 211, Page 132; Estate of Glenda Stephenson to Christine Auten and Cynthia VanDike; Affidavit of Distribution.

February 10th — Book 211, Page 133; USDA Rural Development to James Ross and Patty Jennings; Deed of Release.

February 10th — Book 211, Page 134; James Peoples, Worth County Collector to Cory Farrell; Collector’s Deed.

February 13th — Book 211, Page 137; City of Grant City to Carlin Larson & Kelsey Larson; Warranty Deed.

February 13th — Book 211; Page 140; Helen Myers & James Myers to Carla Norris, Helen Myers, James Myers, and Mark Myers; Quit Claim Deed.

February 18th — Book 211, Page 141; Doris Risser to Dustin Wiley; Warranty Deed.

February 20th — Book 211, Page 142; Beverly Morin to Don Morin; Quit Claim Deed.

February 20th — Book 211, Page 143; Wake Larison Rentals to John Stephenson; Warranty Deed.

February 20th — Book 211, Page 144; John Stephenson to Wake Larison Rentals; Deed of Trust.

February 20th — Book 211, Page 145; John Stephenson to Edward Stephenson; Beneficiary Deed.

February 20th — Book 211, Page 147; City of Grant City to Jeffery T. Steele and Lynsie Steele; Warranty Deed.

February 20th — Book 211, Page 148; NBH Reality II, LLC to Colton Weehler, Kimberly Weehler, and Robert Weehler; Deed of Release.

February 23rd — Book 211, Page 149; Mortgage Electronic Registration System to Diana Sanders; Deed of Release.

February 27th — Book 211, Page 151; Woods Family Trust to Gregory Gard &  Jessi Gard; Trustee’s Deed.

February 27th — Book 211, Page 152; Gregory Gard & Jessi Gard to FCS Financial; Deed of Trust.

February 27th — Book 211, Page 153; Gregory Gard & Jessi Gard to Farm Service Agency; Deed of Trust.

 

Donald Trump Puts Draft On the Table

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said that all options, including a military draft, were on the table for the war with Iran in an interview with FOX News Sunday.

On the program “Sunday Morning Futures,” hostess Maria Bartiromo asked Ms. Leavitt, “Mothers out there are worried that we’re going to have a draft, that they’re going to see their sons and daughters get involved in this. What do you wanna say about the President’s plan for troops on the ground?”

Ms. Leavitt responded, “President Trump wisely does not remove options off the table.” While she said the President has “no plans” to put troops on the ground, that is subject to change as the President assesses the success of the bombing campaign.

Seven American troops and 1,230 people in Iran have been killed so far in the conflict.

There is currently no draft in the US. Returning to a draft would require Congress to amend the Military Selective Service Act. Currently, all men must register for the Selective Service when they turn 18 in the event that Congress and the President reinstate the draft.

The last draft in the US happened in 1972, during the Vietnam War. The President’s ability to induct personnel into the military expired the following year. The draft led to widespread protests against the Vietnam War that helped lead to its end.

 

 

Alicia Landrum 1975-2026

Alicia Renee Landrum, age 50, Maryville, Missouri formerly of Grant City, Missouri died Saturday, March 8, 2026 at the Worth County Convalescent Center in Grant City,

Alicia was born on December 28, 1975 in Albany, Missouri.  She was the daughter of the late Garry and Barbara (Baker) Landrum.

Alicia attended school at Worth County R-3 in Grant City. 

Alicia had worked in housekeeping for various motels before her health failed.

She was preceded in death by both her parents, Garry Lynn (January 6, 2023) and Barbara Ann (June 20, 2024) Landrum.

Alicia’s survivors include three children, Cole Spainhower, Maryville. Anna Spainhower, Grant City and Emily Steeve, Maryville, significant other Chad Wiederholt, Maryville, a sister Lori Jennings (Omer Duckworth), a brother Scott (Kim) Landrum, Kansas City, Missouri, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and a host of other friends and loved ones.

Graveside funeral services and burial will be held 11 AM, Friday, March 13, 2026 at the Knox Cemetery, Gentry, Missouri.  Friends may call at the funeral home after 12 PM on Wednesday.  Memorial contributions may be given to Knox Cemetery or Kansas University Medical Center.

Arrangements: Hann Funeral Home, Grant City, Missouri