Jim Scanlon, Erle Bennett to be Inducted Into Missouri Sports Hall of Fame

Jim Scanlon and Erle Bennett will be inducted into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame on Sunday, November 3rd.

Scanlon began his basketball coaching career at Union Star and went on to coach at North Harrison from 1977 to 1979. From there, he went on to coach at Hamilton, Benton, and Rock Bridge in Columbia, where he has served since 1983. In 2019, Scanlon, after coming close several times, finally got his state title with Rock Bridge. He has a record of 796-241 throughout his years of coaching basketball. He was a 1969 graduate of Breckinridge High School, where he was an all-state basketball player. Scanlon retired from teaching Physical Education at Rock Bridge, but will continue to coach them in basketball.

Erle Bennett started off on the Nodaway-Holt coaching staff, and then moved to North Nodaway, where he served as Marty Albertson’s assistant for the 1983-84 275 Conference Champions. He stayed for the 1984 campaign and then coached at Worth County from 1985 to 1988.

Subsequently, Bennett went to Centralia, where he served as an assistant for a few years, and then became the head coach, building that school into a powerhouse and winning some state titles. At one point John Rinehart, a Worth County grad who played under Bennett, was one of his assistants.

During his time at North Nodaway, Jim Lohman of the Hopkins Journal did a feature on Bennett. He said in that paper that while he was open to coaching at a small college, all he ever wanted to be was a high school football coach.

North Nodaway Seeking Part Time, Sub Bus Drivers

The North Nodaway School District is accepting applications for part-time and substitute bus drivers. Contact the superintendent’s office for application and details. You can pick up a form at the school during regular hours; push the button on the main entrance for access.

Obituary -- Harold Norris 1941-2019

Harold Dean Norris of Chariton, Iowa passed away at the Circle of Life Hospice and Legacy Lodge in Chariton, Iowa on October 11, 2019. He was 78. Harold was the only child of Dolan and Mildred (Brown) Norris and was born on June 21, 1941 in Blockton, Iowa. He graduated from Blockton High School in 1959 in a class of ten (5 boys and 5 girls). His class was the last graduating class from Blockton High School. 

On June 20, 1965 in Blockton, Iowa he married Jackie (Schoenmann)  at the Blockton Christian Church.  The young couple started their journey together in Blockton where Harold worked for the Chicago Great Western Railroad. To this union two children were born, Kevin Dean Norris and Karla Maurine (Norris) Wiederholt. In 1985 they moved to Chariton, Iowa where he continued to work for the Northwestern Railroad which later became Union Pacific Railroad until his retirement after 35 years of service.

He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.  In his spare time he love to go camping, shooting black powder muzzle loaders, arrowhead hunting, attending the Knoxville sprint car races, listening to old country and western music, annual trips to Midwest Old Threshers Reunion for over 30 years, spending time with his pets, collecting railroad memorabilia,  antiquing plus checking out car shows. 

Harold was preceded in death by his parents Dolan and Mildred, in-laws John L. Schoenmann and Betty Schoenmann-Baxter.  Harold leaves behind his wife of 54 years Jackie, son Kevin and (Jenny), daughter Karla and (Kent), _9_ grandchildren, _14_ great grandchildren, _ 4_ great, great grandchildren, brother-in-law Lynn and (Peggy) Schoenmann, nieces, nephews and many friends.
Visitation was on Sunday, October 13, 2019 from 3-5:00 p.m. at Fielding Funeral Homes with services on Monday October 14, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. and burial at the Rose Hill Cemetery, Blockton, Iowa. A luncheon followed at the Blockton Community Center following the burial. Online condolences can be made at www.fieldingfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the family and/or, Circle of Friends Hospice and Legacy Lodge.

Ethan Fry Scores 15, Swipes 8 as Mustangs Hand NEN First Loss

North Nodaway had little reason to be optimistic coming into Tuesday’s game with Northeast Nodaway. They were at 1-2 after a last-second loss to Platte Valley and another loss to Stanberry. They beat an outmanned East Atchison team to get their first win, but they were facing a Northeast Nodaway team which was unbeaten in three tries and had not been seriously challenged.

Northeast had every reason to be worried about Aydan Blackford, but it was Ethan Fry, a tall skinny kid who was not your stereotypical guard, who ate the Bluejays alive, stealing the ball at every opportunity and getting 15 points in North Nodaway’s 41-31 win as the Mustangs overcame a 50 board performance by the Bluejays.

The Bluejays looked like they would just destroy North Nodaway on the boards, as they got a 12-1 advantage on the boards in the first 2½ minutes. But somehow, the game remained tied at 4-4 through the 1:32 mark of the first, and that was when North Nodaway realized they could play ball with them. Aydan Blackford got a drive and pullup, Fry added a putback, and Mason Casner added a free throw in the closing seconds as the Mustangs were on top 9-4.

Chris Kephart, who had 19 boards for the Bluejays, picked up his second foul and the game threatened to get away after Blackford’s drive put North Nodaway in front 16-9. But then Jadin DeFreece countered with a putback and a drive to bring the home side back to within 18-13 at the break.

Fry kept picking the Bluejays’ wallets, and the Mustangs went back in front 24-15 in the third. But then Kephart put the Bluejays on his back and brought them to within 24-20 with 2:15 left in the third before he picked up his fourth foul.

Jadin DeFreece scored off a steal to start the fourth to make it 24-22, but then Preston Hansen, who had been quiet the whole game, suddenly grabbed an offensive glass and Fry got yet another steal to put the game out of danger at 28-23. Landon Wilmes got a free throw and DeFreece added a putback to make it 28-25, but then Aydan Blackford’s drive sprung Hansen loose again, and he came through to break the run. Blackford connected with a baseline shot and a putback to make it 34-25 with 3:25 left in the game.

Brycen Kennard got loose in transition and Kephart put the Bluejays on his back again, getting an inside shot and a putback to make it 36-31 again. But Blackford got loose inside and added a free throw after a stop with 26 seconds left to make it 39-31. The second went astray, but Hansen was there for the putback to seal the game for the Mustangs.

Ethan Fry had 15, Ayden Blackford 13, Preston Hansen and Brice Trimble had 6 each, and Mason Casner had 1.

Ethan Fry and Preston Hansen had 2 blocks each. Aydan Blackford and Mason Casner had 1.
Aydan Blackford had 14 boards. Preston Hansen and Brice Trimble had 6, Ethan Fry 3, Owen Martin and Mason Casner 2, and Kody Bird 1.

Aydan Blackford had 3 assists. Brice Trimble had 2, and Owen Martin, Preston Hansen, and Ethan Fry had 1.

Owen Martin had 6 tips for the Mustangs. Ethan Fry had 5, Aydan Blackford 3, and Preston Hansen and Brice Trimble had 2.

Ethan Fry had 8 steals for the Mustangs. Aydan Blackford and Owen Martin had 3 each, and Brice Trimble and Mason Casner had 2 each.

For Northeast Nodaway, Jadin DeFreece had 14, Chris Kephart 9, Ethan Gascoigne 5, Brycen Kennard 2, and Landon Wilmes 1.

Chris Kephart had 4 blocks. Ethan Gascoigne and Jake Redden had 1.

Chris Kephart had 19 boards for the Bluejays. Jadin DeFreece had 16, Ethan Gascoigne 5, Landon Wilmes 4, and Jake Redden and Brycen Kennard had 3.

Jake Redden had 2 assists, while Chris Kephart and Ethan Gascoigne had 1.

Landon Wilmes had 3 tips, while Jadin DeFreece had 2 and Ethan Gascoigne had 1.

Jadin DeFreece and Landon Wilmes had 5 steals each.

Baylie Busby Hangs 22 Points,10 Steals on North Nodaway as NEN Junior High Girls Win Third Straight

Baylie Busby hung 22 points and 10 steals on North Nodaway Tuesday night as the NEN Junior High squad won its third straight after dropping its first game against King City. They won 29-17 over North Nodaway.

The game started off as a defensive standoff, as both sides had trouble bringing the ball up against the other team’s pressure. Jill Boswell’s shot at the buzzer broke a 3-3 tie and put the Bluejays in front after one, but then Saryn Brown converted a three point play after a fast break look from Lauren Herndon to put the Mustangs in front 6-5 at the start of the second. The two-headed monster of Herndon and Brown looked like it would be a formidable challenge for the Bluejays.

But all of a sudden, Baylie Busby started channeling her aunt Natalie and started slicing through the blue shirts like they weren’t even there, putting up 10 points in the quarter as the Bluejays took control of the game. She sliced through the Mustang defenders to put her team up 7-6, knocked down a couple of outside shots, and then posted up inside and scored off a pass from Dalanie Auffert to make it 13-6. Saryn Brown’s triple cut it to 13-9, but Baylie went coast to coast in transition and put the Bluejays up 15-9 at the half.

Busby scored inside twice, and Dalanie Auffert added another basket as the Bluejays went up 21-11 after three. Busby, who picked the wallets of the Mustang players all night, got a steal and a free throw with 3:12 left to make it 23-11. Saryn Brown scored off a drive, but Busby countered with one of her own with 1:59 left to make it 25-13.

But Brown and Herndon would not stay down forever, and the Mustangs went for a miracle finish as Brown hit two free throws and Lauren Herndon got a steal off the press to make it 25-17. The Mustangs got another steal, but Saryn Brown missed a good look at a 3-pointer and Dalanie Auffert got the defensive board after a mad scramble. Lindsey Jackson inbounded to Auffert on the other end, and she connected to make it 27-17, and Busby finally picked North Nodaway’s wallet for her tenth steal and took it in for a layup for the final score.

For the Bluejays, Baylie Busby had 22, Dalanie Auffert had 5, and Jill Boswell had 2.
Jill Boswell, Baylie Busby, and Lindsey Jackson had 1 block each.

Dalanie Auffert had 11 boards. Busby came close to a triple double as she had 8. Hadley DeFreece showed a willingness to mix it up despite her small size and had 5. Jill Boswell had 3, Lindsey Jackson 2, and Sasha Deardorff and Mackenzie Pride had 1.

Jill Boswell had 4 assists. Dalanie Auffert had 3, Lindsey Jackson 2, and Hadley DeFreece 1.

Baylie Busby and Jill Boswell each had 7 tips. Hadley DeFreece had 4, and Dalanie Auffert had 1.

Baylie Busby had 10 steals. Jill Boswell had 4, Lindsey Jackson 3, and Dalanie Auffert had 2.

For North Nodaway, Saryn Brown had 12 and Lauren Herndon had 5.

Saryn Brown had 2 blocks, while Lauren Herndon and Sarah Wray had 1 each.

Sarah Wray had 10 boards. Alanis Wray had 5; she had never played competitive ball before, but showed a willingness to mix it up. Angie Parker and Lauren Herndon had 4, and Saryn Brown had 1.
Lauren Herndon had 3 assists, while Angie Parker and Sarah Wray had 1.

Saryn Brown had 8 tips. Sarah Wray had 4, Lauren Herndon had 3, and Alanis Wray had 1.

Saryn Brown, Lauren Herndon, and Sarah Wray had 5 steals each. Angie Parker had 1.

Benefit Dinner for Justin Graham Family

There will be a benefit dinner and auction for the family of Justin Graham on November 9th in the high school gym beginning at 5:00 PM.

The dinner will be a free-will donation with 100% of the proceeds going to the family.

Dinner will consist of pulled pork, cheesy potatoes, green beans, pasta salad, dessert, and a drink.
There will be an auction following the meal. If you would like to donate an item, please contact Ashley Rinehart, Chyanne Grabill, Molly Rinehart, Brittany Glenn, Angie Cheek, Brandi Hansel, or Kris Hamilton. Donations can be dropped off at the Vintage Nest or at Sweet Baby B’s.

Multiple Job Openings at North Harrison

The North Harrison R-III School District has an immediate opening for a part-time daycare worker from 8:15-12:30.  Hourly wage is $8.75.  Applications are available at www.nhr3.net, by contacting the district office or Early Childhood Center office at 660-867-5222, or by email at superintendent@nhr3.net.  Position is open until filled.

7th - 12th Grade Science
The North Harrison School district is currently seeking a 7 - 12 Science Teacher for the 2020-2021 school year. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to teach Biology, Physical Science and other Science classes. Please contact Mr. Mike Schmidli at 660-868-3008 for more information. The position is open until filled.

High School Special Education
North Harrison is looking for a 7-12 special education instructor for the 2020 - 2021 school year. This is a full-time position. The special education teacher will be responsible for, but not limited to maintaining student records, planning and implementing individualized instruction, communicating effectively with parents, career planning, and be able to work as a team with other teachers in the district. The successful candidate will hold appropriate credentials and a Missouri certificate.

Qualified applicants should contact Central Office at 660-867-5221 and request an application or you may download an application from the district website. 

The school is also looking for substitute teachers and substitute bus drivers.

Courthouse News for October 30th, 2019

On October 16th, the Ringgold County Sheriff’s Department reported that someone kicked in the back door of the old Kellerton Filling station located on Main street in Kellerton, Iowa. Nothing appears to be taken at this time, damage to the door is approximately $200.

On October 17th, the Nodaway News-Leader reported that Nodaway Associate Circuit Judge Doug Thomson sentenced Bryce Enyard (27) of Maryville in conjunction with a case in which he exposed his genitals to two different women in Nodaway County. He was sentenced to 9 days in jail, ordered to work 60 hours of community service, submit apology letters to the two victims, and serve two years probation. He must also register as a Tier 1 sex offender.

Sometime between October 15th and 18th, the Ringgold County Sheriff’s Department reports that someone entered a residence at 403 West Monroe Street in Mount Ayr and stole a Taurus Model 605 .357 Magnum Revolver.

On October 21st, Lawrence Wayne Davison pleaded guilty to 2nd Degree Murder for the beating death of his father, an 88 year old man. The Nodaway News-Leader and Prosecutor Robert Rice’s office reported that the defendant had beaten his father on January 23rd and had waited until January 25th to get help. Formal sentencing will be Tuesday, December 3rd in the Nodaway County Courthouse at 3:30 pm.

On October 22nd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against William Teator (41) of Stanberry alleging Driving While Revoked and Passing Vehicle on Shoulder.

On October 23rd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Jacob Williams (24) of Maryville alleging Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Speeding.

On October 23rd, additional charges were charges were filed in the case of the missing brothers in Braymer. The Caldwell County Prosecutor has filed charges against Garland Joseph Nelson (25) alleging two counts of First Degree Murder, Felon in Possession of Firearms, Abandonment of a Corpse, Tampering with Evidence, Armed Criminal Action, and Tampering with a Motor Vehicle. Court documents allege that the Diemel brothers went to get payment of $250,000 from Nelson from the sale of cattle. Instead, the allegations state that Nelson killed the brothers with a .30-30 rifle, set their remains on fire with diesel fuel, took their truck and abandoned it at a commuter lot in Holt (MO), and threw their cell phones along the roadway.

Joe A Downing, age 49, of Maryville, Missouri, was arrested on October 23rd in Des Moines, Iowa, on a Nodaway County warrant charging him with felony distribution of methamphetamine. The Maryville Police, conducted a covert controlled buy of methamphetamine from Downing. At a later date, Nodaway County Deputies conducted two covert controlled buys of methamphetamine from Downing. On October 22, 2019, Prosecutor Robert Rice charged Downing with three counts of distribution of a controlled substance, each a class C felony. His bond is $25,000. He’s is being held in Iowa awaiting extradition.

On October 23rd, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Denny Wiley (65) of Albany alleging DWI (Felony).

On October 24th, Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft’s Securities Division ordered unregistered agents John J. Palczuk and Karen Palczuk to show cause why restitution, civil penalties and costs should not be imposed after they allegedly misled Missouri investors. From 2004 to 2009, the Palczuks and their associate Richard Heyl solicited Missouri investors to invest $144,000 in Johns Folly Ocean Villas LLC, which was engaged in real estate development in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The Palczuks made false and misleading statements to get investors to send money in exchange for ownership interests in the company. The commissioner ordered the Palczuks to show cause why restitution, civil penalties and investigation costs of more than $174,000 should not be imposed. Heyl has already entered into a consent order with the division, agreeing to repay $30,000 to investors. The balance of the investors’ restitution and interest has not been recovered.

On October 24th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Demorus Rayford (32) of St. Louis in Harrison County on a Cole County Warrant for Failure to Appear (Fraud – Insufficient Funds).

On October 24th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Nicholas Harvalis (37) of St. Joseph alleging Resisting Arrest.

On October 24th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Trevor Szuba (25) of Gower alleging Resisting Arrest (Felony), Driving While Revoked (Felony) and Identity Theft.

On October 24th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Rachel Downs (25) of St. Joseph alleging Resisting Arrest, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Identity Theft.

On October 24th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Jami Love (44) of Redding alleging Speeding.

On October 24th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Austin Lininger (21) of Grant City alleging No Title.

On October 24th, Special Prosecutor Myra Stout filed charges against Wade Adams (29) of Grant City in Harrison County alleging Non-Support (Felony).

On October 25th, Special Prosecutor David Baird filed charges against Bruce Woodward (63) of Maryville in Nodaway County alleging Receiving Stolen Property (Felony).

On October 26th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Brian Bennett (42) in Nodaway County on charges of DWI, Failure to Signal, and Failure to Dim Headlights.

On October 27th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Rhonda Morris (48) of Sullivan (IL) in Nodaway County on a charge of DWI.

On October 28th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Maria Savage (22) of Pattonsburg alleging No Insurance.

On Monday, October 28, 2019, at 6:30 PM, the Nodaway County Sheriff’s 911 Center took a call reporting a missing adult family member in the rural Burlington Jct. area. Deputy Sgt. Hann and Deputy Murphy responded to the residence and learned that the missing family member had last been seen leaving for a walk at 1:00 PM. Tending to work and after school functions, the family discovered late in in the day that the family member was not in the home and they conducted a search of the area that was unsuccessful. It was now dark, temperatures were falling, and it was snowing. The situation was now dangerous. The two deputies, along with family members, continued searching and Sheriff Randy Strong was notified and responded to the scene. Reserve Deputy James arrived and assisted. After evaluating the situation, it was determined that we needed additional help to aid in the search. West Nodaway Fire was called and briefed on the situation as was Maryville & Polk Fire. Calls went out and volunteer first responders assembled and began search and rescue. Jackson Township Fire brought lights. A first responder, using an ATV, found the missing person in a ditch at about 10:00 PM. The victim was seen by Emergency Medical Services on the scene and then was transported to MOSAIC Medical of Maryville. The family was grateful for all that came to their aid and for the successful recovery of their loved one. Respecting the family’s privacy, no additional information shall be released.

On October 28th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Jeffrey Gross (27) of Maryville alleging Harassment and Property Damage.

Charges listed are mere 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.

Obituary -- Kathleen Lincoln 1927-2019

Kathleen Caroline Lincoln, 91, of Bedford, IA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 27, 2019, at Azria Health in Clarinda, IA.

Kathleen was born on November 11, 1927 in Grand Island, NE, she had formerly lived in western Nebraska until 1961, then in Glenwood, IA until 1971, and then she moved to Bedford.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Marguerite (Lemke) Galusha, her husband, Ernest “Jack” Lincoln in 2011, they were married on March 1, 1950 in Alliance NE; her siblings Thelma Jean and husband, Hugh Hutchinson, and Earl George and wife, Linda Galusha; her infant sister, Gwendolyn; and her son in law, Thomas Drobny.

She was a School Teacher for 47 years; and she loved to teach; she started college at Chadron State College, Chadron, NE, then received her Bachelor of Arts degree at Dana College, Blair, NE in 1970.   Kathleen was a life-long ‘care giver’; and enjoyed studying languages.

Kathleen was of the Lutheran faith, and had attended the Wray Memorial United Methodist Church in Hopkins, MO.

She is survived by her daughter, Sylvia Elizabeth Drobny, Hopkins, MO; 2 granddaughters, Frankie (Bryan) Titus, Hopkins, MO, and Kaitlin (Steve) Howdle, Sioux Falls, IA, and great granddaughters, Maulie and Mackenzie Titus, Hopkins, MO, and grandson, Landry Howdle; and several nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Lincoln’s body has been cremated under the direction of the Bram-Danfelt Funeral Home, Maryville, MO.

Memorial services will be at 2:00 PM, Saturday, November 2, 2019, at the Wray Memorial United Methodist Church, Hopkins, MO.  The burial will be at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial are suggested to the Juvenile Diabetes Association, or the American Diabetes Association. 

Obituary -- Jane Parman 1961-2019

Jane Maria Parman of Savannah passed away October 21st, 2019. She was born March 28th, 1961 to Carl and Norna May Parman at Albany (MO). She graduated Worth County High School in 1980. She was baptized and joined New Harmony Baptist Church and later moved her membership to Lone Star Baptist Church. She lived in St. Joseph and Savannah several years and worked at healthcare and retail.

She lived to talk to people and liked being outdoors and being independent.

She was preceded in death by her father. She is survived by her mother and a sister, Ruth (Kent) Mercer of Maryville, and a brother, Vernon (Valerie) Parman of Winston. She is also survived by nieces and nephew Carli and Maria Mercer and Samantha and Carl Parman.

Memorial service was led by long-time family friend, Pastor Wayne Maness at Maryville First Baptist Church on October 23rd, 2019. Private inurnment will be at a later date at Lone Star Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of the Prugh-Dunfee Funeral Home of Grant City.

Six Shamrocks Make All Conference Squad

Six Shamrocks made the All-Conference Squad for 2019 this year. Emma Craig, Rainey Fordyce, Carly Rinehart, Kami Gibson, Ashlynn Gilpatrick, and Jayliegh Robins were all First Team All-HDC selections. Craig, Fordyce, and Rinehart were unanimous. All but Gilpatrick will return for next year as the Shamrocks sit at 49 straight conference wins.

Brandon Craig was named Coach of the Year. North Harrison finished 16-8 overall, 6-0 in the conference, and also won the HDC Tournament for the ninth straight year.

Also making the squad for the First Team were Kaydee Hill (Mercer), Jordan Coon (Mercer), Carly Turner (Tri-County), Madi Beaty (Winston), Abigail Mathews (Grundy County), Lindsey Snuffer (Gilman City), and Camie Vaughn (East Harrison). Hill, Turner, Snuffer, and Vaughn were unanimous.

Making Honorable Mention were Rainey Michael (Mercer), Aubrey Wilson (Mercer), Rikki Cook (Tri-County), Kiera Huskey (Tri-County), Anissa Williams (Tri-County), Teagan Caldwell (Winston), and Kortny Estes (Winston).

Dr. Dallas Mullock to Open Practice in Maryville

Worth County grad Dr. Dallas Mullock has announced plans to open a family practice clinic in Maryville, setting up a Facebook Page, “Mullock Health Care LLC.”

He was born and raised on a farm in Parnell. He is married to Melissa and they have three daughters, Morgan, Dena, and Sadie. He has been a paramedic at the Nodaway County Ambulance District, an Environmental Public Health Specialist & Emergency Response Planner at Nodaway Health Center, and a C-130 pilot with the Missouri National Guard. He is a Lieutenant Colonel and Flight Surgeon in the Missouri Air National Guard in St. Joseph. He comes from a family with a long tradition of serving in the military.

Dr. Mullock is board certified in Family Medicine and board eligible in Neuromusculoskeletal medicine. He was a 1998 graduate of Worth County, became a Paramedic Specialist at the University of Iowa in 1999, got a Business Management Degree at Northwest in 2007, got his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine degree at A.T. Still University in Kirksville (MO) in 2015, and completed his residence this year at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

Panthers Clinch GRC Title After 90-64 Win

Pattonsburg clinched the GRC Title Friday after a wild 90-64 win over Albany, which had improved greatly since their 82-42 Worth County loss.

The game started out as a shootout, with the teams battling to a 34-34 tie before Pattonsburg pulled away to a 68-48 halftime lead. But instead of collapsing like they did against Worth County, Albany fought back, played shutdown defense in the third quarter, and made a game of it, coming to within 68-64 after three. But then Pattonsburg found their second win and scored 22 points in the final quarter to get the win.

Steven Willhite was 35 for 59 for 475 yards, 10 touchdowns, and two interceptions. He rushed four times for 15 yards, and Patrick Cowley rushed five times for 48 yards and three scores.
Cowley had 13 catches for 192 yards. Dakota Eaton had 11 catches for 180 yards, while Brett Emig had 10 catches for 107 yards.

Defensively, Kaden Koch had a monster night, getting 21 tackles. Patrick Cowley had a career night with 17 tackles, Brett Emig 12, Clark Adler 10, Dakota Eaton 9, Kason Mathes 8, Login Goll 5, Collin Briggs 4, and Brandon Hamilton 1. Koch added two sacks, while Brett Emig and Patrick Cowley had one pick each. Koch also had two fumble recoveries, while Goll had one.

Pattonsburg is idle this week, and will face either Stanberry or King City next week for districts.

District Football Pairings

With the influx of new teams into eight man football this year, there will be a lot more interest in the first round of districts. Previously, top teams had time to rest and recover while only the tailenders had to play a game in week one. But now, only the top teams have that luxury.
District 1
#3 Appleton City (9-0) bye.
Chilhowee (0-9) at #6 Drexel (7-2).
Northwest Hughesville (1-8) at Liberal (6-3).
Osceola (5-4) at Rich Hill (5-4).
Dark Horse – Rich Hill threw a scare into Pattonsburg earlier this year. They also knocked off Drexel and played a full game against Appleton City.

District 2
#2 Southwest Livingston (8-1) bye.
#7 Orrick (7-2) bye.
Braymer (0-9) at #8 North Shelby (7-2).
Stewartsville (2-7) at Norborne/Hardin-Central (4-5).
Dark Horse – Norborne/Hardin-Central threw a scare into Appleton City Friday before losing 22-12. The semifinal round could see a rematch between North Shelby and Orrick; the Bearcats won the first meeting 38-30 Friday.

District 3
#4 Pattonsburg bye.
North/West Nodaway (1-8) at #10 Worth County (6-3).
Platte Valley (2-7) at Albany (5-4).
Stanberry (2-7) at King City (2-7).
Worth County would have been second in the district even if they had dropped Friday’s game with Stanberry, since head to head tiebreakers trump MSHSAA point standings if the two teams are adjacent to each other.
Dark Horses – Albany lost to Pattonsburg Friday, but showed no quit, playing until the end. But first, they must get past Platte Valley, who led the Warriors through much of the first half in their regular season meeting before Albany took control in the second half. Stanberry got one of their key players back in Collin Sager, and will be a challenge despite their 2-7 record. King City has always been scrappy this year despite losing their starting quarterback.

District 4
#1 East Atchison bye.
Bishop LeBlond (2-6) at #9 North Andrew (7-2).
DeKalb (4-5) at #5 Mound City (7-2).
Rock Port (4-5) at South/Nodaway-Holt (5-4).
Dark Horse – South/Nodaway-Holt, which remained in Max Preps’ Top Ten despite struggling to get over .500 this year. They threw a scare into Southwest Livingston before falling 66-62 earlier this year.

Week Nine Football Rankings

Our final rankings:
#1 East Atchison (9-0)
#2 Southwest Livingston (8-1)
#3 Appleton City (9-0)
#4 Pattonsburg (8-1)
#5 Mound City (7-2)
#6 Drexel (7-2)
#7 Orrick (7-2)
#8 North Shelby (7-2)
#9 North Andrew (7-2)
#10 Worth County (6-3)

Many of the top teams had breathers in the final week. East Atchison beat Platte Valley 48-0. Southwest Livingston beat King City 68-14. Mound City won a halftime game 52-0 over Rock Port. Drexel won 67-0 over Kansas City East. North Andrew won 66-0 over Braymer, feasting on five turnovers and seven sacks; 12 different players got to carry the ball.

Three teams survived tough challenges against rapidly improving teams. Pattonsburg got a big halftime lead on Albany, but the Warriors, who had collapsed against Worth County, fought back and had chances to get back in the game before Pattonsburg put them away for the 90-64 win. Stanberry got one of their key players back in Collin Sager and that made a big difference as they had their chances against Worth County before falling 48-28. Norborne/Hardin-Central nearly spoiled Appleton City’s bid for an undefeated season before falling 22-12.

Orrick showed that their strong showing against Worth County despite their 28-6 loss, without Blake Buchanan, was no accident. With Buchanan back, they had a big second quarter and then fended off North Shelby in the second half as they successfully navigated the long bus ride to North Shelby and got the 38-30 win. That represented the one major shakeup in the rankings this week.

Tigers Recover to Beat Stanberry on Senior Night

Worth County snapped a two game losing streak as they beat Stanberry 48-28 Friday and clinched a winning season. Next up is a district game Friday at 7 pm against North/West Nodaway.

Friday night was Senior Night, and nine different seniors in football, cheer, golf, band, and softball were honored before the game. Honored were Regan Allee (cheer), Navada Hoff (cheer), Kaylee McElvain (cheer), Hanna McElvain (cheer, golf), Jaxon Anderson (football), Reed McIntyre (football), Gabe Latham (band), Anna Gladstone (softball), and Merrideth Spiers (softball, band).

Stanberry came out much improved from the Jamboree and from their 58-6 loss to Pattonsburg earlier in the year. They got Collin Sager back, which helped them out on both sides of the ball. Stanberry came out with an 8 play 52 yard drive that took them into the endzone with 8:54 left in the first quarter. Finally, Sager scored from eight yards out to put the Bulldogs on the board. Ethan Oldham added the extra points to put Stanberry up 8-0.

Worth County looked ready to answer as Alex Rinehart took it 29 yards to the 25 and a first down run from Aydan Gladstone took it to the 8. But the drive was killed by a bad snap.

Stanberry tried to add to their lead as they got a first down to the 25. But on fourth and one at the 34, Jaxon Anderson shot a gap and dropped Sager for no gain and Worth County held on downs. They overcame a false start and a dropped pass as they got in from 16 yards out on a Jaxon Anderson reverse that cut their deficit to 8-6.

Worth County shot themselves in the foot with a 15 yard facemask, giving Stanberry a short field to work with. The Bulldogs started on the Worth County 28; the Tigers nearly got off the field, but then Tyler Schwebach threw a strike to Collin Sager to make it 14-6 with 11:54 left in the second quarter.
The Tigers nearly stalled again, but on fourth and eight from the Stanberry 39, Jaxon Anderson caught a short pass, broke a couple of tackles, and got the first down to the 24. On third and nine from the 23, Aydan Gladstone scrambled for a touchdown to bring the Tiger back to within 14-12.

Stanberry got pinned on their own 14 on the ensuing kickoff, and they went three and out. Worth County got good field position at their own 37, and Alex Rinehart got blocks from Chase Atkins and Jaxon Anderson and got down to the 28. Worth County had several running plays in a row and finally got first and goal at the four. Stanberry nearly held on the series, but on the ensuing series, Jackson Runde knocked down Tyler Schwebach and that sprung Alex Rinehart into the end zone on fourth and goal at the one with 2:30 left. Alex broke a couple of tackles on the extra point run to put Worth County up 20-14.

The Tigers had a chance to score in the last minute as Aydan Gladstone scrambled for 33 yards to the 13 with 42 seconds left. But a block in the back and a dropped pass killed the drive.

Worth County got the ball to start the second half. They nearly stalled at the 40 thanks to a holding penalty, but on third and 14, Aydan Gladstone aired one out to Jaxon Anderson for 35 yards to the 14. Alex Rinehart took an option pitch to the house with 9:42 left and took another option to make it 28-14.

But then Stanberry switched from their running game into a spread formation and started throwing the ball right and left. Schwebach turned out to be elusive, breaking contain several times. On the series, Austin Welch was injured, left the field, and didn’t return. But a sack and a Delay of Game and an Alex Rinehart pick killed the drive at the 12.

Worth County drove all the way down to the one, but then a false start, a sack, and a batted pass killed the drive and gave Stanberry new life. A strike to Hunter Johnson gave Stanberry a first down at the 34, and a strike to Collin Sager gave them another on fourth and nine at the 35. Schwebach broke a bunch of tackles for another first down, and then threw a strike to Sager for 14 yards and a score with 11:29 left.

A pair of false starts forced a three and out, and Hunter Johnson made an incredible catch for 26 yards to the Worth County 36 with Alex Rinehart draped all over him. But then Reed McIntyre jumped a short pass and took it all the way back to the house with 9:48 left in the game to kill Stanberry’s momentum. Jackson Runde caught the extra point pass to put Worth County up 36-20.

A pair of sacks by Jaxon Anderson forced a three and out, and then on third and two at the Tiger 33, Aydan Gladstone found a big hole up the middle and took it 47 yards to the house with 6:29 left to put Worth County in control at 42-20.

Strikes to Landon Marticke and Collin Sager put Stanberry in position to score again and Sager walked into the end zone with 4:56 left. Worth County went three and out, but then a great kick by Jaxon Anderson pinned Stanberry on their own eight, and four straight incompletions gave Worth County the ball back again. This time, Aydan Gladstone scored with 2:23 left to make it 48-28.

Stanberry could do nothing as Schwebach was flushed out of bounds and Dawson Vore got a sack, and Worth County knelt out the clock.

Obituary -- Agnes Simmerman 1929-2019

Agnes Emerita Simmerman, 89, of Maryville, Missouri formerly of Conception Jct. Missouri passed away on Thursday, October 24, 2019 at the Maryville Living Center.

Emerita was born on October 26, 1929 in Maryville to the late Aloysius and Anna Elizabeth, (Durbin) Wiederholt. She was a graduate of Immaculate Conception School and member of St. Columba Catholic Church. Emerita was a homemaker and loved to spend time with her grandchildren and enjoyed her cats.

She married Cecil Ray Simmerman May 10, 1949 at the Basilica in the Abbey, Conception, Missouri. He preceded her in death on July 4, 2015.

Surviving include her children, Richard (Sheila) Simmerman, Stanberry, Missouri, Robert (Beth) Simmerman, Conception Junction, Missouri, Dennis (Angie) Simmerman, Guilford, Missouri, Joyce (Bob) Stiens, Ravenwood, Missouri and Karen (Dennis) Kemper, Lawrenceville, Georgia; brother Martin Wiederholt, Kansas City, Missouri and sister, Alicia Justice, St. Joseph, Missouri; eighteen grandchildren and thirty-one great-grandchildren.

Mass of Christian Burial 11 am Monday, October 28, 2019 at St. Columba Catholic Church, Conception Jct, Missouri with burial following at St. Columba Cemetery, Conception, Missouri.
Rosary 5 pm Sunday, October 27th at St. Columba Catholic Church. The family will receive friends following the rosary.

The family suggests memorials to Mosaic Hospice of Maryville. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.pricefuneralhomemaryville.com

Halle Morgan Gets Double Double as Junior High Shamrock Girls Win

Trendi Johnson had 13 points and Halle Morgan got a double double with 10 points and 12 boards as the North Harrison Shamrock girls got their first win of the season, a 26-19 win over Mercer.
The lopsided loss to Mercer was misleading; Mercer is unlikely to be seriously challenged this year. North Harrison battled against the size of the Winston team, but scrappy defensive play and 40 boards helped turn the tide.

It looked like Winston was in control after the first quarter as North Harrison was ice cold from the field and fell behind 4-2. But then Trendi Johnson shot the Shamrocks back into the game in the second, getting to the rim as the green shirts tied it at 7 and then 11. Late fouls by the Shamrocks allowed Winston to pull back ahead at the break 14-11.

But then Halle Morgan cleaned up on a steal and knocked one down from the right wing and then got a steal off the press that Trendi converted as the Shamrocks took their first lead of the game at 17-14. Shea Pliley connected to bring the Redbirds back within one, but then Morgan connected from the high post and then found Amber Wilson on the weak side; Wilson hit a free throw. Wilson was dribbling out the clock in the closing seconds when she found Morgan all alone again at the buzzer to put North Harrison up 22-16 after the break.

Trendi Johnson connected from the left wing and added a free throw in the fourth quarter, and the stingy North Harrison defense kept the Redbirds off the board for the first four minutes of the fourth as North Harrison led 25-16.

Winston made a late push to get back in the game as Lily Hocker hit a guarded shot from the left baseline. The Redbirds had fouls to give, so they could afford to be very aggressive in trying to get the ball back. Then, Amber Wilson, who has emerged as one of North Harrison’s most reliable ballhandlers this year, fouled out and Marissa Uthe banked home a free throw with 1:32 left. Winston got the offensive board and in the frantic sequence, the red shirts saw two 3-point tries go in and out.
The Redbirds turned the ball over after a scramble with 45 seconds left, but North Harrison turned the ball over, and there was a scary moment when Trendi Johnson crumpled up on the floor hurt with a possible knee injury. But it turned out to be superfluous, and she was able to walk off under her own power and came back to finish the game.

Uthe saw another 3-pointer go in and out, and it was a seventh grader, Kira Robertson, who got a key defensive board for the Shamrocks and got it to Trendi. Johnson made the clinching free throw with 13.4 seconds left to finally clinch the win.

For North Harrison, Trendi Johnson had 13, Halle Morgan 10, Jaci Davis 2, and Amber Wilson 1.

Halle Morgan had 12 boards, Jaci Davis 8, Trendi Johnson 6, Kira Robertson 5, Carmon Fordyce and Amber Wilson 3, Ashlin Bomar 2, and Cambry Doolittle 1.

Halle Morgan had 3 assists. Jaci Davis had 2, and Trendi Johnson and Amber Wilson had 1.

Amber Wilson had 6 tips. Trendi Johnson had 4, Jaci Davis 3, Carmon Fordyce 2, and Cambry Doolittle, Kira Robertson, Halle Morgan, and Ashlin Bomar 1.

Trendi Johnson had 6 steals. Halle Morgan had 5, Carmon Fordyce 4, Jaci Davis 2, and Amber Wilson and Kira Robertson had 1.

Grant City Enters Design Agreement to Start Wastewater Construction

The City of Grant City entered into a design agreement with Snyder & Associates to start construction on the $2 million+ wastewater project. The USDA will be dropping the $2 million of their share of funds into Great Western.

The city has three new houses ready to demolish. Two are on Pleasant Street and one is on High Street. Another house near the former Highway Grocery building is another possible candidate.
Phase 2 of the Brownfield on the new Mission Possible site has begun.

The Helicopter Pad, which will be used to life flight people out of Grant City, is getting material laid.
Four building permits were discussed. The permit from the Grant City Christian Church was not approved. It will be taken up at the next regular meeting. The council approved building permits from Randy & Joni James (deck) and Mark & Jeannie Fletcher (pole shed). The council will approve one for Zeb Harker at the next meeting with signatures from neighbors.

Signs and chairs from the pool will be placed in storage. The PVC pipe at the Pool Park will need to be replaced. The city talked about putting a new basketball court at the Pool Park. Since it is a federal park, it will need approval from the Department of Conservation.

The city is in the process of getting bids to replace the two computers at City Hall, since the Windows Software upgrade is not compatible with the current ones.

The city had a booth at Worth Treatin’.

Courthouse News for October 23rd, 2019

On 10-06-19 at approximately 5:12 pm Ringgold County deputies noticed black skid marks on Hwy 2 on the east edge of Mt Ayr. Upon further investigation it was determined that an unknown vehicle had lost control. The vehicle entered the north ditch striking the speed limit sign. On 10-10-19 a vehicle was found in Kellerton, with heavy damage. Debris from the scene matched the vehicle. The vehicle was determined to belong to 24-year-old Jonathan Matthew Claus of Kellerton. Claus was charged with Failure to Report an Accident and Striking Fixtures Upon a Highway.

On October 15th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against James Wilper (38) of Bethany alleging Stealing (Felony) and Possession of Controlled Substance (Felony).

On October 15th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against John Morton (28) of Maryville alleging DWI (Felony).

On October 16th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Jesse Lukehart (30) of St. Joseph in Worth County on charges of Tampering with Motor Vehicle (Felony), Resisting Arrest (Felony), and Possession of Methamphetamine. Subsequently, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges on October 17th.

On October 16th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Justin Dye (18) of Sheridan alleging No Seat Belt.

On October 16th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Lyle Mulkins (60) of Grandview (WA) in Nodaway County on charges of DWI (Commercial Vehicle) and Failure to Drive on Right Half.

On October 16th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Hunter Dugan (19) of Maryville alleging Minor in Possession and Misrepresenting Age to Obtain Liquor.

On October 16th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Lillian Hardcastle (20) of Pacific (MO) alleging Minor in Possession and Misrepresenting Age to Obtain Liquor.

On October 16th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Dalton Hoover (20) of Bogard (MO) alleging Minor in Possession and Misrepresenting Age to Obtain Liquor.

On October 16th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Roberto Beltran-Sotelo (35) of Wichita (KS) alleging No Valid License and Failure to Display Lighted Lamp.

On October 16th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Luis Moreira (47) of Opa Locka (FL) alleging No Valid Interstate Fuel License.

On October 17th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Kurt Terrebonne (54) of Fort Meade (FL) alleging DWI, Assault, and Tampering with Physical Evidence.

On October 17th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Samuel Paulson (25) of Maryville alleging No Valid License and two counts Resisting Arrest.

On October 18th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Jose David Madrid-Paz (35) of Bethany alleging Abuse or Neglect of a Child (Felony).

On October 18th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Raymond Breer (27) of Ridgeway alleging Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

On October 18th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Joe Downing (51) of Maryville alleging three counts Delivery of Controlled Substance (Felony).

On October 18th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Chad King (36) of Maryville alleging No Valid License.

On October 18th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Larry Miller (26) alleging No Insurance.

On October 18th at around 3:41 pm, Cheryl Roach (58) of Tingley was stopped along Highway 2 east of Mount Ayr when she was waiting to turn into a driveway. Traivyn Holmes (15) of Kellerton didn’t see the vehicle of Roach, swerving and striking the rear drivers side. Holmes was cited for failure to stop in assured clear distance. There was minor damage to both Holmes 2011 Kia and Roach’s 2008 Chevy HHR. No injuries were reported at time of accident.

On October 20th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Tina Smith (46) of Adel (IA) in Harrison County on a Johnson County Warrant for Failure to Appear (Speeding).

On October 20, 2019 Amanda Dehart (37) was stopped 1 mile south of Mt Ayr on Hwy. 169 for driving while suspended. Dehart was arrested and is being held in the Ringgold County Jail on $300 bond.

On October 21st, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Troy Giles (43) of Des Moines alleging No Valid Interstate Fuel License.

On October 21st, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against William Purdun (47) of Eagleville alleging No Insurance.

On October 21st, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Charles Dinsmore (74) of Chillicothe alleging Careless & Imprudent Driving (Accident).

On October 21st, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Keenan Critten (41) of Jamesport alleging DWI (Felony), Driving While Revoked, and Unlawfully Operating UTV on Highway.

On October 21st, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Chris Shiflett (31) of Worth alleging two counts Speeding (26+ over).

On October 21st, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Alec Lawson (19) of Kansas City alleging Possession of Marijuana, two counts Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Speeding.

On October 21st, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Keison Nemyer (28) of Fairfax alleging DWI and No Tail Lamps.

On October 21st, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Cory Stephen (39) of Cheyenne (WY) alleging Driving While Revoked and Failure to Register.

On October 21st, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against William Johnston (54) of Bethany alleging Displaying Plates Belonging to Another and No Insurance.

On October 21st, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Mitchell Bowers (26) of Maryville alleging Stealing.

On October 22nd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Sean Fletcher (23) of Pickering alleging No Valid License, No Insurance, and No Plates.

Charges listed are mere 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.

Jadin DeFreece Gets Double Double as NEN Wins

Jadin DeFreece had a double double for NEN and the Bluejays ran away for a 38-13 win over King City Monday night. He had 13 points and 10 boards in the win.

The Bluejays got on the board early as DeFreece posted up inside and scored and then Ethan Gascoigne knocked one down to make it 4-0. After King City’s best player, Blakey Eaton, picked up his second foul, the Bluejays continued to pull away as Gascoigne hit from the baseline, Chris Kephart got a putback, and Landon Wilmes scored off a steal before Brady Armfield countered with a steal to bring his team back to within 10-2 after one.

Gascoigne and Eaton traded buckets before DeFreece’s tipin with 4:02 sparked a Bluejay run that lasted through the rest of the second quarter and throughout the third. A block from Kephart set up Wilmes’ coast to coast look and a trip to the line for a free throw. Wilmes added a steal and a score to make it 17-4 with 1:09 left in the second.

DeFreece scored six in the last 54 seconds of the first half after a King City pass tipped by Wilmes and Jake Redden wound up in his hands and he scored off a steal. He then cut inside off an inbounds play following a turnover and then cleaned up off a Wilmes steal to put the Bluejays in front 23-4 at the half.

Gascoigne knocked one down in the high post despite being tangled up with Kephart to start the third quarter for the Bluejays. Kephart got a putback, and then Wilmes got a steal and a three point play. He added another free throw off a DeFreece steal, and then Kephart got on the line for two after grabbing an offensive board. Wilmes scored off a Chase Clabaugh steal early in the fourth to trigger the running clock. When the dust had settled, the Bluejays had scored 23 unanswered points over 11 minutes and led 35-4.

Jadin DeFreece had 13 points for the Bluejays. Landon Wilmes had 11, Ethan Gascoigne 8, and Chris Kephart 6.

Chris Kephart had two blocks, while Jake Redden, Jadin DeFreece, and Landon Wilmes each had one.

Jadin DeFreece had 10 boards for NEN. Chris Kephart had 8, Jake Redden and Jacob Meyer 2, and Ethan Gascoigne, Landon Wilmes, Brycen Kennard, and Kyler Scadden 1 each.

Ethan Gascoigne and Jadin DeFreece had 2 assists each. Jake Redden and Chris Kephart had 1 each.

Landon Wilmes had 8 tips. Jake Redden and Brycen Kennard had 3, and Jadin DeFreece and Jacob Meyer had 1.

Landon Wilmes had 6 steals. Jadin DeFreece had 4, Chris Kephart 3, Brycen Kennard and Chase Clabaugh each had 2, and Ethan Gascoigne had 1.

Panthers Lose Wild Game to North Shelby

Pattonsburg lost a wild 92-88 game to North Shelby Friday as they got their first loss of the year. The Raiders led 28-18 in the second and then scored two more before half to take a 44-18 halftime lead. It looked like the lead would hold up in the second half as both teams traded scores and North Shelby led 60-34 going into the fourth quarter.

But then the fun started. Both teams started scoring like crazy, and neither team could buy a stop on defense. Pattonsburg scored 54 points in the fourth quarter, only for North Shelby to score 32 and hang on at the end. Ironically, it was a defensive stop that ended the game, as the Panthers got the ball back with a chance to take the lead, only for the Raiders to get a pick at the end.

The game set a state record for most combined points in a game, with 180. It is the record for both eight man and 11 man football. The team scoring record of 106 points for eight man, set by South/Nodaway-Holt in 2015, still stands.

Steven Willhite had 39 completions in 55 attempts for 481 yards, eight touchdowns, and four picks. He rushed 21 times for another 135 yards. Brett Emig had 10 catches for 146 yards and added a 35 yard scoop and score. Patrick Cowley had 20 catches for 165 yards, while Dakota Eaton had 8 catches for 163 yards.

Defensively, Kaden Koch did all he could for the Panthers, getting 21 tackles. Dakota Eaton and Patrick Cowley had 13, Brett Emig 12, Login Goll 7, Clark Adler 6, Kason Mathes 5, Brody Langfitt and Collin Briggs 2, and Brandon Hamilton 1.

At the end of the game, it was extra points that made the difference. Both teams scored the same amount of times, 13. But North Shelby converted two more extra points than Pattonsburg did.

Graceland Shows Improvement But Falls to William Penn

Graceland showed improvement Saturday at William Penn as they led the Statesmen 24-20 at the half, but then gave up 33 unanswered points in the second half to fall 53-24. The goal now is to put together four quarters of football together.

Tevin Cameron had 9 tackles in the loss. He now has 75 tackles for the year, or over 10 per game. He is ranked 9th in the country among all positions.

Graceland fell behind early 7-0, but then put together a 12 play 75 yard drive capped off by a 13 yard pass from Antoine Williams II to Donte Sylencieux for 13 yards to knot it up. Graceland fell behind again 14-7, only for the Jackets to tie it up again on Williams’ 5 yard strike to Caleb Thomas.

William Penn answered right back to go up 20-14, but missed the extra point and Thomas ran back the ensuing kickoff to put his team up 21-20. Christopher Morris added a field goal as time expired at half to give Graceland the 24-20 lead. Unfortunately, there are four quarters in football.

Week Eight Football Rankings

#1 East Atchison 80, Stanberry 12 – Just as Stanberry looked like it was about to turn the corner, they ran into a brick wall. East Atchison is now one of only two undefeated teams left in eight man football with Pattonsburg’s 92-88 loss to North Shelby.  East Atchison’s week one win over Southwest is looking pretty impressive at this point.

The Wolves had “only” 400 yards, as they had a lot of short fields to work with. They had four fumble recoveries and three picks. Jake McEnaney had 11 carries for 124 yards, Kaylin Merriweather had 4 carries for 68 yards, and Briacin Bywater had 11 carries for 66 yards. McEnaney threw for 84 yards. Merriweather had 15 tackles. Stanberry hung tough with the Wolves through one quarter, only trailing 22-12, only for East Atchison to take control with 20 in the second and 32 for the third.

#2 Southwest Livingston 64, North/West Nodaway 14 – North/West Nodaway continued to show improvement even though the score didn’t show it, but they didn’t have an answer for Mack Anderson, who had 9 carries for over 200 yards for the Wildcats.

#3 Appleton City 46, Liberal 20 – Appleton City is one of two undefeated teams left after turning back Liberal Friday.

#4 North Shelby 92, #5 Pattonsburg 88 – This was one game that shook up the rankings this week. North Shelby is the real deal, and their line play was instrumental in Friday’s win. Pattonsburg nearly pulled this one out after being down by as much as 26 at one point. The game set a state record for most combined points in a game with 180. This is for both eight man and 11 man. The single game scoring record in eight man of 106 points, set by South/Nodaway-Holt in 2015, is still intact.

The game looked like a normal game going into the fourth quarter, with North Shelby up 60-34. But then both teams started scoring at a frantic pace, with Pattonsburg putting up 54 points and North Shelby 32.

#6 Mound City 50, DeKalb 12 – Mound City won again although DeKalb went the distance this time.

#7 Drexel 54, Chilhowee 14 – Drexel got back on the winning track this week; Chilhowee hung tough in the first half, but Drexel pulled away in the second.

For Drexel, Jacob Coffey had 21 carries for 186 yards. Adam Gilbert had 6 carries for 127 yards, and Cory Cumpton had 7 carries for 51 yards and added a punt return. Gilbert had 10 tackles. They key for the game was in rushing yards; while Drexel got over 400 rushing yards for the game, they held Chilhowee to negative rushing yards. Out of 56 plays run by Chilhowee, 19 went for losses. Drexel had six sacks for the night.

#8 Orrick 72, Osceola 18 – Orrick unloaded on Osceola in the first quarter, hanging 44 unanswered points on them in the win. Blake Buchanan had another big night, getting 12 carries for 243 yards, over 20 yards a carry. Blake McAfee added 15 carries for 121 yards.

#9 North Andrew 86, #10 Worth County 46 – This is the other game that shook up the rankings this week. North Andrew was still finding their way last year under a new coach and a new system. But this year, they hit full throttle as they outplayed Worth County for the win. There are now only nine teams left with two losses after Worth County and Liberal dropped their games this week.

St. Joseph Man Injured in Wreck NE of Eagleville

A St. Joseph man was injured in a wreck eight miles northeast of Eagleville last Wednesday morning. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports that a 2003 Buick LeSabre driven by Robert Maxwell (88) of St. Joseph was eastbound on 324th Street at around 11:15 am when he lost control on the gravel roadway and began skidding. He crossed the center line and traveled off the left side of the roadway, striking an embankment. The vehicle returned to the roadway and began overturning. It came to rest on its top in the roadway. Maxwell received moderate injuries and was taken to Decatur County Hospital.

Obituary -- Sandra Payne 1943-2019

Sandra Jo Payne 76, of Omaha, Nebraska formerly of the Maryville area passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2019 at the Methodist Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska.

Sandra was born on June 20, 1943 in Gentry, Missouri to Joseph J. and Doris F. (Wilson) Vance. She attended Ravenwood High School and attended Omaha College of Health Careers. She was a certified medical assistant with Creighton University Pediatric Clinic. Sandra was a member of the Parnell United Methodist Church and attended Laura Street Baptist Church.

She married Charles F. Payne on September 12, 1961 in Glenwood, Iowa. He preceded her in death on October 10, 2013. She was also preceded by her parents and step-father, Paul Herndon, great-granddaughter, Abigale Payne, sister, Darlene Hagg and one niece and one nephew.

Survivors include two sons, Charles (Lora) Payne and Stephen (Lois) Payne of Omaha, Nebraska; two brothers, Larry Vance, Maryville, Missouri, Gerald (Kathy) Herndon, Holt, Missouri; two sisters, Marsha (David) Wilmes, Maryville, Missouri and Linda (Curt) Jenkins, Ravenwood, Missouri; brother-in-law Gary Hagg, Maryville; eight grandchildren, and fourteen great-grandchildren.

Services 11 am Monday, October 21st at Price Funeral Home, Maryville, Missouri. Burial Oak Lawn Cemetery, Ravenwood, Missouri. The family received friends from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Sunday, October 20th at the Price Funeral Home. Online condolences: www.pricefuneralhomemaryville.com.

Obituary -- Robert Meek 1925-2019

Robert Gail Meek was born April 23, 1925. The son of Irvie Clive Meek and Audrey (Morin) Meek in Worth County, Missouri. He passed away October 18, 2019 at the Worth County Convalescent Center.

After graduating high school Robert worked at farming and truck driving. He married Virginia Belle Thomas on April 10, 1955. They farmed and milked cattle in the area until they moved to Lyons, Colorado in 1970. While living there he worked in maintenance and welding at a cement plant.  They returned to Grant City in 1990.

Robert was an avid gardener, very creative inventor and hard worker. He was also very generous with his money and time, such as the Dollar General, restored and maintained the cemetery south of town. Also, contributing to the skating rink and Mission Possible. He was also a very loving husband, caring for Virginia until her death.

Robert is preceded in death by his parents, wife, sister, Donna Robertson and husband Truman Robertson; brother Edward Meek and wife Pauline Meek; nephews Ronald Meek, Dennis Meek and Gary Robertson.

He is survived by nephews Dan Meek of Covey, N.C. and Stephen Robertson and wife Candace of Warrensburg, MO and several great nieces and nephews.

Robert deeply appreciated the care and attention given him by Madelyn and Carl Meek, Mosiac Hospice, the girls from Home Instead, and workers at Worth County Convalescent Center.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at Prugh-Dunfee Funeral Home with Pastor Len Green officiating.  Interment will follow the service at Grant City Cemetery.  Family will receive friends from 1:00 P.M. until service time at the funeral home.

169 Club Featured on Southern Boyz Outdoors

The 169 Club was featured last Tuesday on Southern Boyz Outdoors, a Facebook page which does videos about hunting and features on old places. As of Sunday afternoon, the page featured 383 shares and 27,000 views and counting.

They had visited the place before, and had filmed it from the outside. They have also visited Denver Sleigh Works as well. But on Tuesday, they filmed it from the inside; it had been left intact since 1974. It had old Pepsi bottles, posters from 1973, and even the old prices. Diamond REO once played there, and Budweiser used to cost 55 cents and a bottle of pop used to cost 50 cents.

There are old beer bottles still there, including Schlitz and Falstaff. Schlitz featured the commercials which said, “Behind every Schlitz is a man who knows his beer,” which naturally got people to ask why they showed women in their commercials. The Falstaff bottles still had beer in them, and the announcer has a standing dare for anyone to try to drink the beer, which has aged since the 1970’s.

This year, Sam Coburn bought the building with the goal of restoring it. Last month, he hosted a nostalgia party for the 169 Club open to the public; between 200 and 300 people showed up. The pool table and sticks are still there, as are the old fans, smoking pipes, and jukebox records.

Shamrocks Fall to Princeton, Finish Second in Districts

North Harrison fell 3-1 to Princeton at the District Finals Saturday and ended their season at 16-8, one game better than last year, when they finished at 15-9. The Shamrocks had previously fallen to Princeton 3-2 in Albany at the beginning of the year.

It looked like Blue Tiger pitcher Lauren Krohn would just mow down the Shamrock batters, striking out five in her first two innings of work. The only solid hit was a drive by Ashlynn Gilpatrick ran down by center fielder Lacie Lewis.

But Princeton could got take advantage, as North Harrison kept them off the board in the early going.  They had a chance in the first. Krohn singled down the right field line. Lacie Lewis flied out to Amber Wilson in left and Lindsey Batson grounded to Kami Gibson at short. North Harrison threw to second for the force, but second baseman Trendi Johnson threw away the double play attempt and Batson went to third with two outs. But then pitcher Carly Rinehart struck out Makenzie Dunkin on a change to get out of the inning with no damage done.

The Shamrocks finally broke through in the fourth. Carly Rinehart hit a pop fly behind second that nobody took charge on and center fielder Lacie Lewis frantically raced in, only for it to drop in before she could get there. Rinehart made it all the way to second. Emma Craig struck out, but Rainey Fordyce hit a pop fly that Krohn and first baseman Sara Spencer tangled up on, putting runners at first and second. Ashlynn Gilpatrick singled home Rinehart to make it 1-0.

Princeton had two chances to answer. In the fourth, Lewis doubled to left and Batson had a sac bunt to advance her to third. But catcher Emma Craig picked her off third after Rinehart struck out Dunlin for a double play.

In the Princeton fifth, Rinehart struck out Carsey Brown, but Jasmine Allen and Sara Spencer singled and Megan Spencer walked to load the bases. Kennedy Norton hit a pop fly that looked like trouble behind second, but Kami Gibson, who had excellent range from her shortstop position, came racing behind second base to make the catch and she doubled Sara Spencer off for the double play as second baseman Trendi Johnson hustled to the bag to cover.

But the Blue Tigers finally broke through in the sixth when Krohn singled to right and Lewis doubled to left to put runners on second and third with nobody out. Lindsey Batson grounded to Rinehart, but Krohn took off on the play and was safe at home on the fielder’s choice to tie it at 1-1. For some reason, Lewis did not take third on the play, meaning there were runners on first and second instead of first and third, but Makenzie Dunlin did her job and moved the runners up with a groundout to second. Carsey Brown singled one run home to put Princeton up 2-1. Jasmine Allen was called out on strikes, but Sara Spencer hit a slow roller behind second base that shortstop Kami Gibson got to, but didn’t have a play on as a third run crossed the plate.

With one out in the seventh, Trendi Johnson kept North Harrison’s chances alive with a single to center, but Hunter Stevens struck out and Baily Briggs grounded out to end the game.

The Shamrocks finished the season with their seventh straight conference title and their 49th straight conference win. Playing their last game were Kaylee Hilburn, Ashlynn Gilpatrick, Hunter Stevens, Kylie Pottorff, and Kenna Slaughter. Princeton went on to play Platte Valley, which beat Stanberry 8-7 in extra innings to win their district.

Tigers Continue Slide Against North Andrew

Worth County continued their slide, falling 86-46 to North Andrew despite finally returning home after a long hiatus. They had built up a 5-1 record on talent, but over the last two games, their youth and inexperience (two seniors) compared to other top teams has gotten exposed. They got Austin Welch back, but lost Andrew Alarcon for the year (ACL). By contrast, Pattonsburg has eight seniors on their roster, while North Andrew came into Friday’s game with ten seniors.

What started out promising for Worth County turned into a nightmare. They got the ball to start off the game with. They operated with no huddle, allowing them a lot more time to get plays off, and marched right down the field to score on a pass from Aydan Gladstone to Reed McIntyre with 10:09 left.

It looked even better when Jaxon Anderson recovered a fumble at the North Andrew 30. But then everything started to go from bad to worse from there, started by a two yard loss and then a block in the back. That led to a blocked punt recovered by North Andrew on the Tiger 25, and they took it right in and scored on their first play when Carson Thomas scored with 8:15 left. Alex Rinehart broke up the extra point pass to keep it tied at 6-6.

The teams exchanged punts, and then Worth County was stopped on fourth and five at the Cardinal 34. From there on out, North Andrew unleashed a blitzing defense that Worth County could not solve for the rest of the night. They bunched six men up near the line of scrimmage, always sent more people in to rush than Worth County had people to block them with, and always had people loose to make the tackles.

Offensively, North Andrew ran and used Jaden Baker to throw long passes when the Tigers sold out too much to stop the run. They aired one out to Clayton Linville for 46 yards with 1:38 left in the first. Baker ran in the extra points to make it 14-6. Worth County fumbled the kickoff right back to North Andrew and the Cardinals took full advantage when Jaden Baker scored from 5 yards out with 54.8 seconds left to make it 20-6. Aydan Gladstone broke up the extra point pass.

An 11 yard option run by Alex Rinehart and a 13 yard keeper by Aydan Gladstone put the ball on the 23, but he was denied on a sneak. But Justin Dye dropped Baker for a loss of two back to the 30 on the ensuing series on fourth and one, and Worth County took advantage of the short field. A Roughing the Passer call put it on the 15, and Aydan Gladstone dove for the pylon and got in with 8:45 left. He ran in the extra points to cut Worth County’s deficit to 20-14.

But every time Worth County looked like they would finally get some momentum, they had a breakdown that would hand it right back to North Andrew. One such breakdown happened on the next play when nobody covered McKinley Lillard and he was all alone for a 57 yard touchdown strike with 8:28 left. Jaden Baker ran in the extra points to make it 28-14.

Worth County was faced with third and one at their own 37, tried twice for the first down, and didn’t make it. It took just two plays for North Andrew to take advantage as they struck again as Coby Ethridge scored from 25 yards out to make it 36-14 after Ethridge’s run with 6:45 left.

Aydan Gladstone aired out a 58 yard strike to Alex Rinehart to put the ball on the two, but then confusion broke out, nobody knew what they were supposed to be doing, and the red shirts swarmed all over the ball as they were denied. North Andrew marched right down the field and a 43 yard run from Brayden Brincks set up Jaden Baker’s six yard score with 2:47 left. Keenan Shunk caught the extra point pass, and frustration set in with players walking off the field and bickering.

The Tigers recovered to score right before halftime, as consecutive passes to Reed McIntyre of 8 and 11 yards and a 33 yard scamper from Aydan Gladstone put the ball on the one. Worth County ran a quarterback sneak and Gladstone bounced outside to get in with 10.5 seconds left, and Alex Rinehart caught the extra point pass to make it 44-22.

Worth County had every right to expect momentum coming out of the gate in the third quarter, but promptly give up a big play, a 35 yard score from Brayden Brincks with 9:30 left to make it 52-22. North Andrew recovered a fumble right off the bat and were backed up fourth and five at the Tiger 38. But then the tackling broke down and Baker picked up a first down at the 32, and then nobody guarded Keenan Shunk, who took a 32 yard strike from Baker and was all alone for the score with 7:29 left.

Aydan Gladstone was picked off on the Cardinal 25, and North Andrew took advantage of a Defensive Holding penalty and passes to Caden Patterson and Keaton Hannah to march down to the 13. Jaden Baker took it to the house from there with 3:54 left in the third quarter and Patterson ran in the extra points to make it 66-22.

Jaxon Anderson ran back the ensuing kickoff to the Cardinal 39, and that set up Worth County’s next score. Anderson’s 10 yard pass put it on the 24, and Alex Rinehart’s catch and run with 3:02 left in the third and Aydan Gladstone’s extra point run made it 66-30.

Just as it looked like Worth County would get momentum back, disaster struck again. Reed McIntyre got a big hit to pin North Andrew on its own 13, only for the Cardinals to pick up a first down; then, Baker took it to the house from 53 yards and ran in the extra points to make it 74-30 again.

Alex Rinehart hurdled a defender with 11:51 and scored from 17 yards out and Reed McIntyre scored the extra point pass. But then Brayden Brincks countered with a 62 yard sweep and then the teams turned it over to their reserves. Colt Cameron ripped off a 50 yard scamper for the Tigers and Levi Cassavaugh had runs of 45 and 8 yards.

Worth County R-III Hires Cook & Sub Teacher

The Worth County R-III Board of Education met on October 17 at 7:30 pm for their regularly scheduled board meeting.

Rachel Runde, fifth-grade teacher, Baylee Arends, fourth-grade teacher,  and Tera Coleman, special education substitute, shared what their students have been working on during the first quarter.

During the business part of the meeting, the board reviewed and updated several Board Policies. The board also approved the 2018-2019 audit for the school district as presented by the Westbrook & Co. accounting firm.   In addition, the board approved the required federal appointments and the bus routes for the 2019-2020 school year.

In personnel, the board accepted the resignation of Christie Peterson (p/t foodservice worker), hired Beth Steele (p/t food service) and Tera Coleman, as long-term substitute teacher.
Meeting adjourned at 9:10 pm.

Shamrocks Shut Down Mercer; Gibson, Gilpatrick Go Deep

North Harrison turned back Mercer 16-1 Thursday as they got back on the winning track following an 8-2 loss to Putnam County the Monday before. Ashlynn Gilpatrick and Kami Gibson both went deep in the win as the Shamrocks got a first round bye and then won the second round of districts.
The Cardinals looked like a team on the rise after they had jumped on the Shamrocks, going ahead 3-1 at one point in the HDC Tournament Championship before North Harrison used some big innings to put them away 13-3 right before a deluge would have washed the game out. But this time, after the Cardinals got two on with one out, North Harrison got out of the first inning with no damage done and then proceeded to score 12 runs in the bottom of the inning to put the game away right off the bat.

Jayliegh Robins walked, stole second, and then stole third on the return throw home and then came home on Carly Rinehart grounder home when pitcher Aubrey Wilson bobbled her grounder. Emma Craig walked and then Rainey Fordyce singled to center to bring in Lola Brashears (running for Craig) and putting Amber Wilson (running for Rinehart) on third. Rainey stole second and then Ashlynn Gilpatrick singled to left to bring two more runs in and took second on a bobble to make it 4-0.

Mercer had a shift on against North Harrison in the previous game, in which their outfielders were up against the wall and bunched up between right center and left. Previously, it had given the Shamrocks problems, but in Thursday’s game, it didn’t matter as the hits were coming in fast and furious despite the shift.

Up stepped Kami Gibson and crushed one 235 feet to left field over the fence to bring in Gilpatrick to make it 6-0. Trendi Johnson hit a pop fly that dropped in for a double when the left fielder tried for a catch and missed. Hunter Stevens’ pop fly single put Trendi on third, and Baily Briggs flied out to score Johnson. Jayliegh Robins reached on a dropped fly ball, and Stevens and Robins went to second and third on a wild pitch. Carly Rinehart flied out to center to make it 8-0.

There were two outs, but the hits kept coming as Emma Craig’s pop fly double scored Robins, and then Rainey Fordyce singled to left to score Lola Brashears (running for Craig). Ashlynn Gilpatrick came up and beat the shift, crushing one fair past first and into Triple Alley. She flew around the bases before the red shirts could get it in, and North Harrison was up 12-0.

With one out in the second, North Harrison began their push towards the 15 run rule. Jayliegh Robins singled, then Kenna Slaughter beat out a slow roller down the third base line. Emma Craig hit a hard shot off the pitcher’s glove and took second on a throwing error as Slaughter took third and Robins scored. Rainey Fordyce reached on a bad hop single to short, Ashlynn Gilpatrick singled to left, and Katelyn Briggs grounded out to score the last run.

Mercer finally got on the board when Jordan Coon singled in Rainey Michael.

Obituary -- Justin Graham 1986-2019

Justin Dee Graham, 33, Hatfield, MO passed away Wednesday, October 16, 2019 at his home.
He was born on May 17, 1986 in Albany, Missouri the son of Donald and Terry (Smith) Graham.
On May 17, 2012, he married Brandy Pottorff in Bethany, Missouri. She survives of the home.
Justin was a 2004 graduate of South Harrison High School and worked for Missouri Department of Transportation.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents; maternal grandfather and uncle, Ronnie Graham.

In addition to his wife, Justin is survived by two sons, Creighton and Weston Graham of the home; parents, Donnie and Terry Graham, Bethany, MO; sister, Alyssa (Jacoby) Knapp, Bethany, MO; grandmother, Ilene Smith, Bethany, MO; mother and father-in-law, Tom and Gayla Pottorff, Hatfield, MO and many cousins, other family and friends.

Justin has been cremated under the direction of Roberson Funeral Home, Bethany, MO.

Memorial Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, October 21 at Roberson Funeral Home, Bethany, MO. Inurnment will follow in White Oak Cemetery, Bethany, MO. The family will receive friends from 2:00-5:00 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Creighton and Weston Education Fund in care of Roberson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 46, Bethany, MO 64424.

Online condolences may be left at www.robersonfuneralhome.com

Census Hits 34; Worth County Care & Rehab Gets First VA Patient

The Worth County Care & Rehab Center saw its census rise to 34 residents as of Thursday, Administrator Kelly Summa told the board at their meeting Wednesday. This was the highest it had been in around 10 years. The high was 34 for the month and the low was 28. There were 13 admissions and 6 discharges for September, while there were 5 admissions and 1 discharge so far in October. There were two Part A patients, while there were five Part B and 6 outpatients, with two referrals. At one point, the facility was down to 14 residents. There were referrals from as far away as St. Joseph and North Kansas City. In total, they got eight residents from the closure of the King City facility.

Also, the facility got its first VA patient, and had a lot of queries and interest. The VA will only designate so many facilities as VA facilities based on demographics and need. The facility went through the final hoops, as it went through a VA and a nursing inspection for the facility. The inspectors had positive comments about the friendliness of the facility as well as the cleanliness. The VA has its own transportation for their patients, which means that it will not be an extra burden for the facility.

The facility now has 45 employees. At one point, the facility was down to 28 employees. The ones who work at the facility now have more hours. They also have PRN’s, who they can call on an as-needed basis. Seven employees have come to Worth County from King City.

With the increased census, the facility is now looking for signage. There have been people from out of town with family members in the facility who have had trouble finding it.  Economic Developer Gene Auten has been looking for possible solutions. The facility will use some funds from a special donation that was made some time ago towards the expenses.

The facility got a new washing machine from the closing Afton facility, and King City has been donating items as well. Summa said that they have cleaned out the shed and threw out unneeded or soiled items. She said they were going to bid on some items from Afton as soon as they go online to be auctioned off. One thing that will help is the fact that they don’t have to buy things based on the fire rating.

The sprinkler system was tested and inspected, and the antifreeze didn’t test. It now has to be replaced annually due to new regulations. They can put in new antifreeze annually, or they can go to a powder fire extinguisher system at a cost of $5,000 to $50,000, but not have to do as much maintenance.

For September, revenues were $136,268.33, while expenses were $116,231.66 for a net income of $20,036.67. The Halloween Party will be on October 31st at 2 pm. The family of Marynell Richards donated a bench in her memory to the facility.

Obituary -- Willa Allee 1937-2019

Willa Allee was born at home in Sheridan, Missouri on October 23, 1937 to  Arthur and Hazel (Bainum) Pennington. She passed away on October 14, 2019 at Oak Point of Maryville at the age of 81, just short of her 82nd birthday.

Willa was united in marriage to Guy L “Bud” Allee on January 30, 1954 in Maryville, Missouri. They lived on the farm where Willa helped out with the farming as well as raising 3 children; Stephen, Chandra and Christopher. Willa was very busy, not only being a partner in farming with Bud but also being a devoted mother to her children.

She was a former Cub Scout leader when the boys were in Scouts, a talented seamstress and cook, Sunday school teacher, VBS teacher, and never knew a stranger.

Willa was an avid sports fan, playing softball and basketball as a young lady. She loved her Chiefs and also like watching the Royals.  She was well known for coining the phrase, “Shoot a Pickle!” which was her very favorite expression.   She loved spending time with her family and loved having the grandchildren and great-grandchildren around. Willa was a member of the Sheridan Christian Church, Sheridan Community Betterment Club where she participated in many of the annual plays they put on, American Legion Auxiliary, Order of the Eastern Star and enjoyed bowling on many various teams over the years.

Willa was preceded in death by her husband Bud, granddaughter Lindsay Rue, her parents; twin brother Willis, brother Kenneth and sisters Virginia, Juanita, and Doloris.

She is survived by children: Stephen Allee of Overland Park, Kansas; Chandra (Sterling) Hopkins of Sheridan, Missouri and Christopher (LaRue) Allee of Maryville, Missouri; 7 grandchildren: Caleb Hopkins (Cassandra) Chelsey Hopkins, Chris Hopkins (Jennifer) Nicholas Allee, Alex Allee, , Elise Allee and Bailey Allee; and 6 great-grandchildren: Corbin and Colden Hopkins, Chloey Hopkins,  Gracie Hopkins, Jaxon and Ella Schaeffer; nieces, nephews and friends.

Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Friday, October 18, 2019 at the Sheridan Christian Church in Sheridan, Missouri. Interment will be in the Sheridan Cemetery (Vanskyock Addition) in Sheridan, Missouri. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 P.M. at the Prugh-Dunfee Funeral Home in Grant City, Missouri.

Courthouse News for October 16th, 2019

On October 7th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Wade Adams (29) of Allendale alleging Speeding and No Valid License.

On October 7th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Cody Straight (24) of Grant City alleging Careless & Imprudent Driving (Accident), Failure to Register, and No Insurance.

On October 7th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Christopher Scott Rice of Plattsburg alleging Speeding (20-25 mph over).

On October 7th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Carissa Snead (34) of Albany alleging Speeding.

On October 8th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Thomas Bradley (44) of Delphos alleging Assault (Felony).

On October 8th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Cody Swinney (29) of Skidmore alleging Driving While Revoked.

On October 8th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Josh Kincaid (35) of Stanberry alleging Peace Disturbance.

On October 8th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Clint Roberts (35) of King City alleging Domestic Assault.

On October 9th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Tony Bennett (27) of Cainsville alleging Operating a Vehicle Owned By Another Without Insurance.

On October 9th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Craig Clements (33) of Natchez (MS) alleging Resisting Arrest.

On October 10th, two defendants in a case involving locking a child in a cage and starving her for months were sentenced in Gentry County. Jennifer Reed was sentenced to 22 years in prison for two counts of Kidnapping and two counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Raymond Burks received 18 years for two counts of Kidnapping and two counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child. They allegedly handcuffed an 11 year old girl to a cage and withheld food from her as punishment. Reed must serve 12.75 years of her sentence before becoming eligible for parole, while Burks must serve at least 11.05 years before becoming eligible for parole.

On October 10th, the emergency sirens went off in Maryville. It was only a test; there were no warnings in force.

On October 10th, Special Prosecutor Myra Stout filed charges against Jacob Terry (32) of Jamesport in Harrison County alleging Non-Support (Felony).

On October 10th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Lyle Root (33) of Maryville alleging Tampering with Electronic Monitoring Equipment (Felony), Violating Condition of Lifetime Supervision (Felony), and Armed Criminal Action (Felony).

On October 10th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Miranda Ferguson (32) of Maryville alleging DWI and Careless & Imprudent Driving (Accident).

On October 11th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Dong Park (25) of Maryville alleging No Valid License.

On October 11th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Tanner Wilcox (20) of Parnell alleging DWI and Careless & Imprudent Driving (Accident).

On October 11th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Robert Miller (28) of Martinsville alleging Driving While Revoked (2nd or 3rd Offense).

On October 11th, Harrison County Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer filed charges against Timothy Nichols (64) of Albany alleging DWI (Felony), Failure to Drive on Right Half, and Driving While Revoked.

On October 11th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Toshia Law (39) of Stanberry alleging No Valid License (Felony).

On October 11th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Keenan Critten (40) of Jamesport in Harrison County on charges of DWI (Felony), Driving While Revoked, and Illegally Operating ATV on Roadway.

On October 11th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Tammy Crickard (49) of Camdenton (MO) alleging Speeding.

On October 12th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Jacob Williams (23) of Maryville in Nodaway County on charges of Possession of Marijuana, Speeding, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Victor Parra Moreno, 24, of Creston, was arrested on October 12, 2019. He was charged with Operating a Motor Vehicle While License Revoked. Parra Moreno's license was revoked for a prior OWI. Parra Moreno is being held at the Taylor County Jail on $1,000 bond pending an initial appearance with the Magistrate.

On October 13, 2019, at approximately 2:00 am, the Taylor County Sheriff's Office received a report of vandalism to the Footworks Dance Studio, located at 408 Main Street, in Bedford. The Taylor County Sheriff's Office is aware that there were several extra patrons to the Locker Room on the evening of October 12, and there is a high likelihood of someone having information to assist us. The Taylor County Sheriff's Office is asking for anyone who may have information regarding the incident call our administrative line at (712) 523 2929 or email dispatch@taylorcountyiowa.org. Thank you for your assistance in the investigation into this matter.

On October 13th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Roman Tinoco (18) of Independence in Harrison County on charges of Possession of Controlled Substance (Felony), Speeding, Failure to Drive on Right Half, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Charges were filed on October 14th by Prosecutor Jonathan Meyer.

Leonardo Zamora, 27, of Osceola, was arrested on October 15, 2019 in the 600 block of North Brooks, in Lenox. He was charged with Operating a Motor Vehicle While Under the Influence of Drugs- First Offense. Zamora was additionally cited for Speeding, Operating without a Valid Driver's License, and Failure to Provide Proof of Insurance. Zamora additionally has valid warrants out of Texas. Zamora is being held at the Taylor County Jail on $1,000 bond pending an initial appearance with the Magistrate.

On October 15th, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Casey Sperry (40) of Gilman City alleging DWI (Felony), Speeding, Failure to Drive on Right Half, No Valid License, and No Insurance.

On October 15th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Jennifer Finger (46) of Nevada (MO) alleging Forgery.

On October 15th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Shaun Davidshofer (37) of Coin (IA) alleging Driving While Revoked.

On October 15th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Shirley Sanders (63) of Skidmore alleging Stealing.

On October 15th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Tony Brown (40) of Maryville alleging Sexual Misconduct.

On October 15th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Marisa Bronson (20) of Camden Point (MO) alleging Minor in Possession.

On October 15th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Braddley Lehman (23) of Bedford alleging No Valid License and Failure to Stop.

On October 15th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Jake Sayre (22) of Maryville alleging DWI and Failure to Drive on Right Half.

On October 15th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Sean Watson (24) of Ravenwood alleging No Valid License.

Charges listed are mere 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.

Obituary -- Gerald Westlake 1929-2019

Gerald Leroy Westlake, 90, Bethany, MO passed away Sunday, October 13, 2019 at his home.
He was born on June 16, 1929 in Hatfield, Missouri the son of Leroy Clifford and Clara B. (Campbell) Westlake.

On August 6, 1951, he married Marilyn Scott in Bentonville, Arkansas. She survives of the home.
Gerald served in the United States Army and went on to farm. He loved farming and was on the same family farm for over 40 years. He served on the North Harrison R-III School Board, FHA Board of Bethany, MO and Farmers Bank of Northern Missouri Board. He and Marilyn enjoyed traveling the country in their motor home.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Wauneta Wilcoxson and a daughter, Dianne Lane.
In addition to his wife, Gerald is also survived by his son, Rick Westlake, Blue Springs, MO; daughter, Lori (Mark) Smith, Kearney, MO; son-in-law, Mick Lane, Grand River, IA; grandchildren, Jaime and Jennifer Lane, Jessica (Tim) Burrow and Benjamin and Alexandra Smith and a great granddaughter, Olivia Burrow.

Gerald has been cremated under the direction of Roberson Funeral Home, Bethany, MO.

Memorial Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, October 19 at Roberson Funeral Home, Bethany, MO. Inurnment will be held at a later date in Miriam Cemetery, Bethany, MO. The family will receive friends from 1:00-2:00 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Harrison County Cancer Transportation Fund in care of Roberson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 46, Bethany, MO 64424. Online condolences may be left at www.robersonfuneralhome.com

Obituary -- Wayne Perkins 1929-2019

Wayne Eldon Perkins Jr., 90, Eagleville, MO passed away on October 10, 2019 at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa surrounded by his family.

Wayne was born in West Bend, Iowa on February 2, 1929. He was married to Jean Junge on July 29th, 1951. To this union they were blessed with 5 children, Gregory, Pamela, Jan, Steven and Dennis.

Wayne was a lifelong farmer who rarely new a lazy day. He enjoyed staying busy each and every day which contributed to his long and happy life. Wayne would continue to exercise daily, do his “therapy” each week and dance regularly with his beloved Ann to stay fit. Wayne also loved the outdoors and spent as much time as he could helping his son on the farm with mowing or anything else that needed to be done. He also thoroughly enjoyed growing flowers in his greenhouse to give to his family and friends.

Wayne is survived by his children, Pamela (John) Wagnor, Jan (Don) DePriest, and Dennis
Perkins; 7 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and his long time special friend, Anna Mae Burrows.

Wayne was preceded in death by his wife, Jean; sons, Greg and Steven and great granddaughter, Addalyn.

Funeral Services with Masonic Rites will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, October 17 at Eagleville Christian Church, Eagleville, MO under the direction of Roberson Funeral Home, Eagleville, MO.

Burial with Military Rites will follow in Masonic Cemetery, Eagleville, MO. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Online condolences may be left at www.robersonfuneralhome.com

Maryville Walgreens to Close Next Month

The Maryville Walgreens store will close, the October 10th Maryville Forum reported. Its last day will be November 7th. All prescriptions will be transferred to the Hy-Vee Pharmacy.

The company announced back in August that it would close 200 stores around the country.

Corporate chains have been closing down and moving out of rural towns. The ShopKo store in Albany closed, and four different nursing homes in the area that have been owned by corporate chains have closed.

Other stores have been closing as well recently. Bed, Bath, & Beyond recently announced the closure of 60 stores. Forever 21 filed for bankruptcy, with closings likely.

Muskets Make Goal Line Stand, End 21 Game Losing Streak

North/West Nodaway made a goal line stand Friday and ended a 21 game losing streak, beating LeBlond 58-52. The Muskets had not even scored more than 14 points in a game this year. But they showed improvement against DeKalb the week before, threatening to make a game of it before they lost 42-14.

In Friday’s game, North/West Nodaway passed that mark in the first quarter, jumping out to a 20-0 lead. It was the first time the Muskets had led all year. But then LeBlond was sparked by a punt return for a score in the second quarter and tied it at 20 before North/West Nodaway moved back in front 28-20 at halftime. The third and fourth quarters were back and fourth, with neither team being able to stop each other.

LeBlond went up 52-50 with four minutes to go, only for North/West Nodaway to march down the field and score with 40 seconds to go back up 58-52.

But there was still football to be played, and LeBlond completed two long passes to set up first and goal at the five. It looked like a repeat of the DeKalb game from last year, where the Muskets led the whole game, only for the Tigers to complete a long pass to set up their game-winning score and win 42-40.

But this time, the Muskets drove LeBlond back to the 15 thanks to a false start and a sack, where the Golden Eagles attempted a pass into the end zone on fourth down. Tyler Bix picked it off in the end zone and the Muskets were able to kneel down. It was Bix’s second pick of the night.

Karson Oberhauser scored seven touchdowns for the Muskets, but he was quick to deflect credit to his teammates afterwards. The team attempted to douse coach Anthony Christian with the water bucket afterwards, but he ran away before they could get him. It was his first win as Head Coach of the Muskets.

Tyler Bix and Abigail Ferguson were named North Nodaway Homecoming King and Queen afterwards.

The game was the first home win for the Muskets since 2016, when they beat DeKalb 52-0.
Karson Oberhauser completed 6 of 12 passes for 62 yards. Austin Bird had three catches for 17 yards, while Preston Bateman had 1 catch for 19 yards, Will Cordell had 1 catch for 16 yards, and Tyler Bix 1 catch for 10 yards.

Both Oberhauser and Austin Bird had career nights rushing the football. Oberhauser had 43 carries for 348 yards. Austin Bird had 15 carries for 97 yards. The Muskets had 507 total yards in offense. Cody Goff added a 57 yard kickoff return.

Andrew Blackford led the team in tackles with 9. Cody Goff and Tyler Bix had 8, Austin Bird 6, Will Cordell and Karson Oberhauser 5, James Graham 4, Preston Bateman 3, Jordan Jenkins and Cody Cline 2, and Wyatt O’Riley 1.