Dylan McIntyre Homers but Bubble Bursts for Bluejay Baseball

Dylan McIntyre homered for Northeast Nodaway, but the bubble finally burst for Northeast, as they struck out 14 times against Memphis Bliley and Platte Valley and fell 5-1 Thursday. The game was moved up due to anticipated rains, but they held off that afternoon and the game was completed without incident. Northeast will have to figure out a way to hit Bliley, as they face Platte Valley in districts and will have to face him again next year.

McIntyre and Bliley both held batters without a baserunner until the Platte Valley second, when Wyatt Miller doubled to right center field as it sliced away from center fielder Grant McIntyre. Landon Wiederholt singled him over to third, and an errant pickoff scored Miller and put Wiederholt on second. Brandon McQueen singled him over to third, and Justin Miller grounded out to score Wiederholt and make it 2-0.

Zach Pride broke up Bliley’s bid for a perfect game as he fought back from 0-2 to 3-2, fouled off several pitches, and drew a walk in the third, but he was stranded. In the fourth, with Colton Swalley on first, Dylan McIntyre hit a screamer to right, but Brandon McQueen had a running over the shoulder catch for the final out.

Two walks and two Bluejay errors led to three more Platte Valley runs after four innings. Grant McIntyre broke up Bliley’s no-hit bid in the fifth with a single to left center and ran down Justin Miller’s pop fly in the Platte Valley fifth to prevent any further damage. Dylan McIntyre broke up Bliley’s shutout bid in the seventh when he led off with a home run to right center, but the next three Bluejay batters struck out to end the game.

Despite the loss, Northeast still shares the Highway 275 conference title with Platte Valley, since Rock Port beat Platte Valley 6-5 earlier in the season. Northeast will have a while to lick their wounds as the King City Tournament was rained out and they will not get to play again until May 9th.

Obituary -- Della Stiens 1931-2022

Della Mae Stiens, 90, of Maryville, Missouri passed away on Monday, April 25, 2022 at Oak Pointe of Maryville.

Della was born on December 22, 1931 in Ravenwood, Missouri to Charles R. and Mabel M. (Milligan) Adwell. She was a 1949 graduate of Ravenwood High School and was a homemaker and farm wife. She was a member of St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church, Eagles Lodge Auxiliary an avid quilted and member of the Krazy Quilters Club.

Della married James Robert Stiens on September 22, 1949. He preceded her in death on August 27, 2019. She was also preceded by her parents and two brothers John Frank Adwell and Harold Adwell, great-grandson, Deryk Degase and grandson, Cody Stiens.

She is survived by her children, Robert (Joyce) Stiens, Ravenwood, Missouri, Janet (Tim) Degase, Maryville, Missouri, Gary (Brenda) Stiens, Maryville, Missouri, Mark Stiens, Maryville, Missouri, Joan (Vince) Wilmes, Ravenwood, Missouri and Kevin (Sonja) Stiens; twenty-one grandchildren, thirty-four great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren.

Mass of Christian Burial 10:30am Saturday, April 30th at St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church under the care of Price Funeral Home. Burial St. Marys Cemetery. Rosary 5:30pm Friday, April 29th at St. Gregorys Barbarigo Catholic Church. The family will receive friends following the rosary until 8:00pm. The family suggests memorials to the St. Gregorys Catholic School.

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Obituary -- Kent Thompson 1966-2022

Kent “Barney” Edward Thompson was born on November 10, 1966 in Chillicothe, Missouri. At six months old Kent was hand picked to be the son of Lynden and Joyce Thompson of Grant City. This little blessing gave Lynden and Joyce many years of happiness and a few years of frustration, but they wouldn’t have had it any other way. Kent peacefully departed this life on April 27, 2022 being held by his family and his best friend.

Kent graduated from Worth County R-III High School in Grant City in 1985. This is where Kent excelled – science and math - not so much, but when it came to mischievousness and athletics, Kent was the master.

Kent, with the help of a few of his friends, was the expert “meat marinator” of the school. Please do NOT ask for the marinade recipe! In high school Kent was involved in sports his whole school career. You could see him sprinting down the football field in his wide receiver position or running relays on the track team. 

Basketball was his love in high school. This love affair started when Kent was young, 8 or 9, when he would go over to the neighbor’s house scooping snow off the basketball pad so he could use their hoop. You could also find him dribbling his basketball up the sidewalk and shooting until shortly after dark at the old school playground. During his high school basketball career Kent’s total career points were 1677. He held this career point record until 1996, where during this time the 3 point line was introduced. Many friends and “fans” of Kent had said if he had had a 3 point line he would still be holding the record today. Kent has been only one of three Worth County basketball players to have received All-State basketball honors.

After high school Kent attended Tarkio College on a basketball scholarship. He played for two years and then transferred to Missouri Western for a time. He then spent a semester or two at Northwest. 

Kent had numerous jobs before accepting a position at Berkel and Company Contractors. He worked with them for 25 years and recently held the position of Operator/Quality Control. 

Sports was an important part of Kent’s life but on the top of Kent’s list was the importance of family and friends – which he had many. He had been compared to his dad, Lynden, as he never met a stranger and loved to talk to everybody . Kent was a genuine friend to everyone.  He was the first one to come when anyone was in need. Kent didn’t go out of his way to help people and make them feel good, that WAS HIS WAY, but those of us who knew Kent realize he would also tell you how it was – either good or bad, and he did not hold back. 

Kent was easily amused by people and his sense of humor was like no other. It was contagious and his laugh is one that was recognizable anywhere you went and we will miss it terribly. When Kent entered a room everyone knew he was there. Kent “Barney” lived life the way he knew and will always be remembered as a blessing to many.  As he is now celebrating with other family and friends who have gone before him, we are left to treasure the stories of his escapades and memories that he has given to all of us. 

Kent was preceded in death by his parents Lynden and Joyce Thompson. 

Left to cherish his memory are sisters Karen (Jeff) Andrews, Kathy (Steve) McGrew, all of Grant City; nephews and nieces, Kendall Kobbe, Katelyn Frisch, Kyle Kobbe, all of Grant City, Claire (Dylan) Hobbs, Ridgeway, MO, Tess (Skylar) Lane, Maryville, MO, great-nephews and nieces, Camdain, Lucas, Bentley, Emmett and Gracee Frisch and Havok and Blaine Hobbs. Kent will be cherished and remembered by many many friends. 

Funeral Services will be 12:00 p.m. Saturday, April 30, 2022 at Prugh-Dunfee Funeral Home in Grant City, MO. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to service time. Burial will be in the Kirk Cemetery in Allendale, MO. 

Memorials may be to the Kent Thompson Memorial Scholarship Fund through Worth County Education Foundation. 

Courthouse News for April 27th, 2022

On April 19th, the Taylor County Sheriff’s Department reported that one of their deputies encountered a scammer attempting to scam people on one of the local swap shops. The scammer had wanted them to make a deposit before picking up their item.

On April 19th, Harrison County Prosecutor Johnathan Meyer filed charges against Caleb Linthacum (18) of Bethany alleging DWI (Person under 17 in vehicle).

On April 19th, Harrison County Prosecutor Johnathan Meyer filed charges against James Liwis (43) of Kansas City alleging DWI and Speeding.

On April 19th, a Great Pyrenees dog was seen running around loose at Casey’s and along Highway 46. The owner was subsequently located.

On April 20th, Harrison County Prosecutor Johnathan Meyer filed charges against Kody Bradley (29) of Eagleville alleging DWI, No Plates, and No Seat Belt.

On April 20th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol reported that a 2008 Nissan Rogue driven by James Gabbert (45) of Maryville was southbound on Route H eight miles south of Maryville when he drove off the side, struck an embankment, and went airborne, struck the ground, and returned to the roadway. A passenger, Nicole Rice (34) of Maryville, received minor injuries.

On April 20th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Nicole Rice (34) of Maryville in Nodaway County on a charge of Making a False Report, No Seat Belt, and a Nodaway County Warrant (Fraud/Insufficient Funds).

On April 20th, Harrison County Prosecutor Johnathan Meyer filed charges against Brandon Malbrough (24) of Kansas City alleging Speeding (20-25 mph over), Littering, and Failure to Signal.

On April 20th, the Ringgold County Sheriff’s Department arrested Corry Johnston (34) of Thayer (IA) on charges of Felon in Possession of Firearm, Possession of Burglar Tools, Possession of Controlled Substance, Driving While Barred, Providing a False ID, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, No Plates, and warrants from Union and Adams counties. Bond was set at $11,300 cash only, in addition to the warrants from elsewhere.

On April 21st, Nodaway County Prosecutor Caleb Phillips filed charges against James Gabbert (45) of Maryville alleging Delivery of Controlled Substance (Felony) and No Valid Motorcycle License (Felony). Bond was set at $50,000, cash or corporate surety.

On April 21st, an older grey Pit mix was found on Route 136 and EE just east of Maryville. It was taken to the New Nodaway Humane Society. For information, call (660) 562-3333.

On April 21st, the Missouri State Highway Patrol reported that Cindy Lynch (57) of Albany was seriously injured after the 2014 Honda Ridgeline she was driving on 136 half a mile east of Albany at around 3:49 pm went off the side of the roadway and struck a tree.

On April 21st, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Christopher Ellis (32) of Monticello (MN) in Harrison County on charges of Resisting Arrest (Felony), two counts Possession of Controlled Substance (Felony), Speeding in a Construction Zone (26+ mph over), Careless & Imprudent Driving (Accident), Failure to Stop, Failure to Drive on Right Half, Failure to Yield to Emergency Vehicle, No Valid License, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

On April 22nd, Gentry County Prosecutor Jessica Jones filed charges against Bailey Hutchins (31) of Stanberry alleging Possession of Controlled Substance (Felony) and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

On April 22nd, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Dennis Moad (41) of Grant City alleging Possession of Controlled Substance (Felony).

On April 22nd, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Norman Moad (53) of Grant City alleging Failure to Register as Sex Offender (Felony). 

On April 22nd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Caleb Phillips filed charges against Kermit Simmerman (44) of Stanberry alleging Failure to Drive on Right Half of Roadway (Accident).

On April 22nd at around 3:18 pm, the Missouri State Highway Patrol reported that a 2018 Chevy Pickup driven by Glenn Rathbun (43) of Rosendale and a 2003 Ford SUV driven by Eric Billings (48) of Barnard were southbound on Route 71 three miles northwest of Bolckow when the SUV attempted to turn and the Chevy struck them in the rear. Billings and a 14 year old passenger received minor injuries and were treated and released at the scene.

On April 22nd, the Parnell Fire Department came to a house when an incident caused a propane issue.

On April 22nd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Caleb Phillips filed charges against Angela Warden (60) of Barnard alleging Stealing.

On April 23rd, there were numerous grass fires in Southwest Nebraska and evacuations.

On April 23rd, the Missouri State Highway Patrol reported that a 2012 Harley Davidson Superglide driven by Christian Nelson (25) of Chula (MO) and a 2014 Toyota Prius driven by Randall Nester (54) of Kansas City (KS) were southbound on Atlanthus Street in Stanberry when the Prius attempted to turn right on 1st street and was struck by the Harley Davidson. Nelson received moderate injuries and was taken to Mosaic in St. Joseph.

On April 23rd, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Franklin Wright (47) of Bethany on charges of Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, No Valid License, and a Daviess County Warrant.

On April 23rd, Harrison County Prosecutor Johnathan Meyer filed charges against Matthew Cocks (60) of West Des Moines alleging Tampering with Motor Vehicle (Felony).

On April 24th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Thomas Curran (27) of Fillmore in Nodaway County on charges of DWI, Failure to Drive on Right Half, and No Seat Belt.

On April 25th, Special Prosecutor Tara Cluck filed charges against Roy Ashby (34) of Maryville in Nodaway County alleging Non-Support (Felony).

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.

Grant McIntyre Gets Walkoff Hit; Bluejays Near Conference Title

Northeast Nodaway walked it off against Nodaway Valley in eight innings as Grant McIntyre got three hits, including the game winner. Auston Pride pitched 7 1/3 innings, using up all 105 of his pitches, and Ben Boswell, who hadn’t pitched much before this year, came on in relief to get the final two outs and the win. 

It looked like things would be easy for the Bluejays as Lane Dack got a double to the left center field wall with one out. Colton Swalley singled for the first run and took second on an errant pickoff throw. Auston Pride struck out, but the strike was dropped and Swalley took third on the throw to first to retire Pride. Dylan McIntyre walked and stole.

Grant McIntyre then got the first of his three hits, a double lost in the sun by the left fielder, to make it 3-0 and Brayden Munns singled down the left field line to score McIntyre to make it 4-0.

Things looked like they would pick up from there as Zach Pride singled and he took second as the return throw got away, and Ben Boswell advanced him to third with one out. But when the next two batters struck out, that gave Nodaway Valley hope and they started to fight back. 

Ethan Rohr walked to start the Thunder third and Blake Bohannon forced him at second. Hunter Dawson grounded to Boston Adwell at third for an apparent force at second, but Bohannon beat the throw. Lane Larabee struck out, and then Kayden Conn grounded to Adwell for an apparent third out. But Conn beat the throw, which was wild, and that put runners on second and third and scored Nodaway Valley’s first run. That was all that Nodaway Valley needed as their sluggers, Preston Jenkins and Mason Chitwood, hit back to back doubles that even the vast Northeast Nodaway field barely kept in the yard, tying the game at 4-4.

From there, Nodaway Valley looked like a completely different team as their hurlers, Lane Larabee and Hunter Dawson, mowed down Bluejay batters right and left. But Northeast settled down and managed to keep Nodaway Valley off the board. First, pitcher Auston Pride overcame two walks to get out of the fourth. Then, Nodaway Valley put runners on first and third with one out in the fifth when Jenkins crushed another double to left and Mason Chitwood reached on an error. But then Auston Pride picked off Chitwood, his second pickoff of the came, and Jenkins was unable to advance despite the rundown. Pride hit Kolten Lekey, but got Garrett Carpenter to ground out to end the threat.

Hunter Dawson doubled with two out in the sixth, but Larabee grounded out to end the threat. Jenkins came up again in the seventh and hit a shot off Zach Pride’s glove for yet another double, but Boston Adwell made a great play at third to rob Chitwood of a hit and get the second out. Lekey popped out to end the threat. 

With one out in the seventh, Auston Pride used up his 105 pitches and Coach Vance Proffitt was faced with a dilemma – pitch Dylan McIntyre and risk using him up for the upcoming Platte Valley game, or use someone unproven. He chose to go to Ben Boswell, who had been clamoring to pitch for the Bluejays all year and who finally got his chance. Before Boswell took the mound, Auston Pride gave him some pointers. “I told him to go after them,” said Pride. Boswell backed up his words as he mixed a fastball and a devastating breaking ball to get the Bluejays through the eighth.

Dawson pitched the last 4+ innings for the Thunder, getting Bluejay batters to chase the high pitches, mixing in a breaking ball, and using a devastating fastball as his out pitch. But in the Bluejay eighth, he tried a first pitch fastball on Auston Pride, who was hitless and had two called third strikes up to that point. But Pride this time crushed one for a double down the left field line. Dylan McIntyre flied out and Grant McIntyre got down to two strikes. Grant had been called out on strikes earlier in the game in a similar situation. But this time, instead of leaving it up to the umpire, he turned on a pitch and crushed an opposite field double for the game winning hit.

Mission Possible Moves Food Pantry

After more than a year of demolition and renovations, Mission Possible is delighted to announce that it’s Food Pantry has moved to their new permanent location at 108 E. 1st Street, directly north of Hy-Vee.  Clients were served from that location this week.  

The Mission Possible Food Pantry serves Worth County individuals and families in need of nutritious supplemental food who meet income requirements.   It is open on the second and fourth Tuesdays each month.   An emergency phone number is posted for those suffering a food crisis.

The Food Pantry is supported by sales from the Mission Possible Thrift Store.  Preparations are underway to move the store to the newly renovated building in several weeks. Grand Opening festivities are being planned to thank the many, many people who have contributed money, time, and services to make this new building acquisition and renovation possible.  Old customers and new customers alike can look forward to a fresh look and feel in their Mission Possible shopping experience while still enjoying the best bargains around.

Obituary -- Marilyn Cox 1931-2022

Marilyn Ruth (Mathes) Cox was the daughter of Emmet and Lucille (Ragan) Mathes, born on July 11, 1931 at the family farm west of Eagleville, Missouri and passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 21st, 2022 at the rest home in Grant City, Missouri at the age of 90. 

Marilyn attended Pleasant Hill Country School and graduated from Eagleville High School in 1949.  In 1946 she was baptized into Christ and remained a faithful member of the church of Christ.  Marilyn was united in marriage to Leo Jennings Cox on April 14, 1950.  To this union, three sons were born - Terry Leo, Kelly (Roe) and Kelvin Dean Cox. 

Marilyn was a homemaker, wife, mother, and grandmother.  Her family meant so much to her.  Grandpa and Grandma's house was where the grandchildren gathered to play. They were truly the light of her life.   Marilyn and Leo celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary April 14, 2016. 

Marilyn is preceded in death by her husband, Leo; son, Kelly (Roe); parents, Emmet and Lucille Mathes; brother, John Mathes; sister, Bonnie Richardson, and brother-in-law, Marvin Richardson.

Survivors include sons, Terry (Linda) Cox, Kelvin (Angie) Cox and daughter-in-law Kerry Cox; seven grandchildren, Laren (Carrie) Cox, Korissa (Garret) Robertson, Heather (Brian) Bennett, Kelsey Moore, Kristopher Cox, Brett (Lauri) Cox and Ryan Cox.  Also brother, Paul (Debbie) Mathes.  She had many great grandchildren, step grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. 

Funeral Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday, April 25 at Roberson Funeral Home, Eagleville, MO. Burial will follow in Masonic Cemetery, Eagleville, MO. The family will receive friends from 12:00-1:30 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Bethany Church of Christ and/or Masonic Cemetery of Eagleville in care of Roberson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 46, Eagleville, MO 64442. Online condolences may be left at www.robersonfuneralhome.com

Obituary -- Charles Power 1930-2022

Charles Laverne Power, 92, Blythedale, MO passed away Thursday, April 21, 2022, at a Leon, IA hospital.

He was born on February 26, 1930, in Harrison County, Missouri the son of Edgar and Lake (Shipley) Power.

Charlie served in the United States Marine Corps and was a manager for Sur-Gro.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Randall Power and Eldon “Curly” Power, and sisters, Nadine Peugh and Virginia Lois Booth.

Charlie is survived by his sister, Mina Hickman and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Charlie has been cremated under the direction of Roberson Funeral Home, Eagleville, MO.

Memorial Graveside Services and Inurnment will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 30 in Zoar Cemetery, Cainsville, MO under the direction of Roberson Funeral Home, Eagleville, MO. There is no scheduled family visitation. Online condolences may be left at www.robersonfuneralhome.com

 

North Nodaway Raises Teacher Pay by $1,250, Names Personnel

The North Nodaway school board raised pay for certified staff by $1,250, 12 cents to the non-certified base, and $6,250 to the principals and the superintendent’s contract. They also voted to employ personnel for the 2022-2023 school year at their regular meeting on April 18th.

The board voted to accept the resignation of Cassandra Runde as a third grade teacher. 

The board voted to employ Alyssa Johnson as elementary building secretary, Jessica Hilsabeck as an elementary teacher, Emily Limback as the business and Family & Consumer Sciences teacher, Lynette Berg as head cook, Chariza Gladman and Cristi Fountain as assistant cooks, Shelley Combs, Dustin Stringer, Ron Thompson, and Angie Titus as bus drivers, Kayla Baldwin as a preschool teacher, Kasey Drummond, Vicki Heideman, Jadyn Lauristen, Emily Higgins, and Audrey Trimble as paraprofessionals, Bo Hansen as the maintenance supervisor, Teresa Thompson as the custodian for the Hopkins building, Wyatt Tate as the custodian for the Pickering building, Nicki Herndon as the technology coordinator, Linda Russell as the district’s nurse, and Tiffany Whipple as the district bookkeeper for the 2022-2023 school year.

Board member Tim Blackford abstained on the vote on Herndon. Blackford also abstained on the vote to employ Kayla Baldwin. All other votes were unanimous.

Cody Jenkins Named New North Nodaway Boys Basketball Coach

The North Nodaway school board, at its April 18th meeting, named Cody Jenkins as the new varsity boys basketball coach. Michael Trautz resigned that position. Trautz will continue to help with the Platte Valley football program under Johnny Silkett, coach the Platte Valley junior high football program, and teach at the school. Cody Bix will coach the junior high boys basketball team, which Jenkins did last season. Bix and Jenkins will also be co-coaches of the baseball team. Jenkins will continue his duties as Athletic Director.

The board named other extra duty positions as follows:

Michael McConkey (Assistant JV Football Coach), MacKenzie Finney (Junior High Volleyball), Sami Jackson (Girls Basketball), Lindsi Jackson (Assistant Girls Basketball), Sami Jackson (Junior High Girls Basketball), Lindsi Jackson (Varsity Track), Michael Trautz (Junior High Track), Jessica Trautz (High School Football Cheer), Emily Limback (High School Basketball Cheer), MacKenzie Finney (Junior High Basketball Cheer), Emily Higgins (Flag), and Shelley Combs (Dance).

Emily Bix, Victor West, Cindy Martin, and Roger Johnson were named senior class sponsors. Heather Townsend, Michael McConkey, and Jessica Trautz were named junior class sponsors. Troy Nally was put in charge of the concession stand. Catherine Auffert was named Middle School student council sponsor. Emily Bix was named yearbook sponsor. Tiffany Whipple was named sponsor for the school paper. Emily Bix and Bethany Pedersen were put in charge of the school play. Jessica Trautz was named sponsor for the Instrumental and Vocal Music programs. Troy Nally was named FFA Sponsor. Emily Bix was put in charge of the Middle School and High School scholar bowl teams. Emily Limback was put in charge of the FBLA. Catherine Auffert was put in charge of the National Honor Society. Ashley Marriott was named Special Ed Coordinator. Prent Eaton was named District Test Coordinator. Linda Russell was named sponsor for the Elementary Student Council. Michael McConkey was put in charge of History Day.

Emily Bix resigned as Girls Volleyball Coach for the upcoming year. Other vacancies include Cross Country, Junior High Fall Cheer, High School Student Council, 4th/5th Math, and Weightlifting.

North Harrison Raises Teacher Pay by $2,000

The North Harrison School Board elected new officers and raised the starting teacher pay by $2,000. Previously, North Harrison had one of the lowest starting teacher pay rates in the area. The move raises North Harrison’s starting pay to $32,250. 

The board approved offering four Anthem health plan choices to qualifying employees and paying $525 per month towards that coverage and/or a health savings account.

The current classified staff members were offered letters of intent to employ for the 2022-2023 school year.

Election results were certified. Billy Briggs and Chyanne Pulliam were elected. Briggs had 122 votes, Pulliam 111, and Kris Hamilton 60. Briggs and Pulliam were sworn the oath of office.

Officers were elected for the new term. Jeremy Rinehart was elected President. Billy Briggs was named Vice President. Matt Graham was named Treasurer. Lisa Gibson was named Secretary.

Heidi Beatty Named as NEN Principal

The Northeast Nodaway school board named Heidi Beatty as its new Principal for the upcoming school year. She replaces Jason McDowell, who will leave to go to Savannah. 

New officers were named for the board. Jeff Redden was named Board President again, while Karl Wilmes was named Vice President. These votes were unanimous. DeAnn Redden was named Board Secretary. The vote was 6-0-1, with Jeff Redden abstaining. Sheldon Scadden was named MSBA Delegate, with Leslie Wilmes serving as alternate. Cody Adwell was named Park Board Representative, while Karl Wilmes was named City Council Representative.

The board voted unanimously to accept a bid from Eckard’s in Stanberry to install new carpet in the 5th grade classroom at a cost of $3,375. 

The board voted unanimously to accept a quote from Grand River Mutual for $15,548.36 to upgrade the phone system.

Worth County Elementary Principal’s Report

ELEMENTARY BOARD REPORT

APRIL 21, 2022

MARCH TIGER TOKEN WINNERS

● 3rd Grade is the winner for the Primary Section

● 5th Grade is the winner for the Intermediate Section

PTO CARNIVAL

● The carnival was a huge success, we want to thank the PTO for putting this together for the kids. And also for all that they do for the students and staff here at Worth County. It is all greatly appreciated.

TITLE 1 AND COUNSELOR MEETING ( Internet Safety )

● On March 22 our Title 1 and our School Counseling Program hosted Jacob Angle, Community Educator from Troop H in St. Joseph, MO.

● 7 adults in attendance but so far we have had over 915 views of the presentation since we have downloaded it on Tiger Talk.

KINDERGARTEN PARENT MEETING FOR FALL OF 2022-2023

● We will have 29 students in kindergarten next year

● We had 27 of the 29 families at the parent meeting on April 6th

● We will have 2 classes of Kindergarten next year with 14 students with Mrs. Schlapia and 15 students with Mrs. Rush

KINDERGARTEN SCREENINGS

● We had 27 out of the 29 students come to school for screenings on April 8th

ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING APRIL 13

● The advisory Council provides input regarding issues facing school counselors, as well as give direction for continuing in-service needs. The Council helps to ensure continuity of programs and services, and provide an avenue for change to be implemented. The Council promotes close working relationships between the various entities represented on the Council.

NUTRITION CLASSES

● Kindergarten is taking part in the nutrition classes offered by Missouri Extension Counsel. Deb O’Neal comes on Friday’s and teaches the kids about healthy eating.

PRESCHOOL VISITORS

● Mrs. Allee brought her preschoolers to the School for a visit on April 20. She showed them around to the different rooms and we visited the Principal's Office.

HEAD START ENTRY TO KINDERGARTEN MEETING

● Ashley from Head Start had a meeting with Mr. Borey, Mrs. Rush. Mrs. Schlapia and Mrs. Hawk on the kids from Head Start that will be attending Kindergarten next fall.

PROGRESS REPORTS

● They were sent home with 4th, 5th and 6th graders today.

DAY AT THE K

● The 4th, 5th and 6th graders went to the Day at the K Thursday.

4TH GRADERS FAMOUS PEOPLE PRESENTATIONS

● Emma Coleman presenting her famous person Mark Twain. They had to make a power point presentation of 9 slides about the person they picked. Then they presented it to their classmates. The kids did a good job.

CAREER DAY

● Mrs. Pottorff will put together a Career Day for the upper elementary students on April 22 from 10:30-noon. Lunch will be provided for the guest speakers.

○ Her guest speakers included:

■ Al Harmening - Entrepreneur at Concrete Revival

■ DJ Engel - Soil Conservationist

■ Corporal Brad Maudlin - Highway Patrolman

■ Dr. Dylan Miller - Chiropractic Physician

■ Carli Standen - Mental Health Therapist

■ Vic - Adventure Guide

MAP KICK OFF PARTY

● Mrs. Pottorff and 3rd-6th grade teachers will have a MAP kick off party on Monday, April 25 from 2:00 - 3:00 to get kids ready for Map testing that starts next week.

SAFETY ACRES

● 3rd graders will to to Maryville Vo Tech to participate in the Safety Acres program

MAP TESTING

● April 28th - May 10 from 8:30 - 11:00; May 11th- makeups

TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK

● May 2 - 6, the elementary teachers will enjoy Mr. Borey’s homemade beef enchiladas on May 2 for lunch. ( actually Mrs. Borey’s enchiladas )

TIGER TOKEN REWARD

● This reward will be given to the classes that won the Tiger Token Banner the most throughout the year.

K-3 FIELD TRIP

● They will be going to Mt. Ayr to a movie and bowling on May 12.

ELEMENTARY SPRING CONCERT

● 7:00 pm in the High School Gym on May 12

ELEMENTARY TRACK DAY

● Friday, May 13. K-3 will start around 9:00 and 4-6 will start around noon.

MAP EFFORT INCENTIVE PARTY

● This party is for the kids who showed effort while taking the MAP tests.

HONOR ROLL SKATING PARTY

● Students who made the honor roll throughout the year get to participate in a skating party on Tuesday, May 17 from 1:00-2:30.

Junior High Tiger Teams Sweep Rock Port Relays

Worth County’s junior high track teams swept the Rock Port Relays, with the boys doubling their nearest competition while the girls had edged out Rock Port.

For the girls, Worth County had 105, Albany 95, East Atchison 69½, Mound City 65½, Rock Port 47, Nodaway Valley 40, South Holt 18, North Andrew 15, Union Star 8, and North Nodaway 2.

For the boys, Worth County had 148, Rock Port 74, Mound City 57, Nodaway Valley 49, East Atchison 46½, Albany 44, South Holt 22½, and North Andrew 21.

For the girls, Rayleigh Smith won the 100 with a time of 14.83. Addie Gray was sixth with a time of 15.21. Rayleigh Smith was fourth in the 200 with a time of 31.58. Alivia Moyer was fifth in the 400 with a time of 1:14.97. Brylea Paxson was third in the 800 with a time of 3:02.47, while Kristen Tracy was sixth with a time of 3:13.41. Brylea Paxson was second in the 1600 with a time of 6:18.86, while Kristen Tracy was sixth with a time of 7:00.03. Riley Ridge was second in the 100 Hurdles with a time of 19.40.

The 4x100 Relay Team of Katie Fletchall, Addie Gray, Keira Hardy, and Rayleigh Smith was second with a time of 58.92. The 4x200 team of Katie Fletchall, Alivia Moyer, Keira Hardy, and Addie Gray was second with a time of 2:06.75. The 4x400 team of Rylee Ruckman, Keira Hardy, Sara Fletchall, and Alivia Moyer was fifth with a time of 5:17.67. 

Riley Ridge was second in the High Jump with a height of 4’6”. Sara Fletchall won the Pole Vault with a height of 6’6”. Kambree Briner was fourth with a height of 6 feet.

Katie Fletchall was fourth in the Long Jump with a jump of 12’2”. Riley Ridge won the Triple Jump with a jump of 27’1½ while Alivia Moyer was fourth with a jump of 25’7¾”. 

Marissa Schmitz was sixth in the Shot Put with a throw of 26’1¾”. Rylee Ruckman was fourth in the Discus with a throw of 63’5”. Kristen Tracy was sixth with a throw of 54’6¼”. 

For the boys, Bo Collins was second in the 100 with a time of 12.58. Collins won the 200 with a time of 25.14. Brayden Stevens won the 400 with a time of 59.78. Cole Roby was second in the 800 with a time of 2:32.07, while Lucas Frisch was fifth with a time of 2:38.67. The Tigers were 1-2 in the 100 Hurdles as Brayden Stevens won with a time of 15.61, while Andrew Griffin was second with a time of 17.71.

The 4x100 Relay Team of Andrew Griffin, Lucas Frisch, Brayden Murphy, and Franklynn Taute won with a time of 51.84. The 4x200 team of Sawyer Thurman, Lucas Frisch, Brayden Murphy, and Franklynn Taute won with a time of 1:49.90. The 4x400 team of Brayden Combs, Wyatt Hill, Sawyer Thurman, and Franklynn Taute was fourth with a time of 4:31.74.

The Tigers were 1-2 in the High Jump and the Pole Vault. Bo Collins won the High Jump with a height of 5’0¼”, while Andrew Griffin was second with a height of 4’11¾”. In the Pole Vault, Brayden Stevens won with a height of 8’11¾”. Brayden Combs was second with a height of 8 feet.

In the Long Jump, Brayden Stevens was second with a jump of 16’9½” while Franklynn Taute was fourth with a jump of 16’0½”. Andrew Griffin was second in the Triple Jump with a jump of 32’3¾”. Lucas Frisch was fifth with a jump of 30’6½”. Bo Collins won the Discus with a throw of 136’8½”.

Tiger Boys Win Home Relays; Girls 6th in Crowded Field

Worth County’s boys won the Tiger Relays Tuesday, April 19th while the girls were sixth in a crowded field. For the boys, Worth County had 100, Stanberry 74, King City 61, Princeton 48, South Harrison 45, Maysville 42, North Andrew 34, Platte Valley 32, South Holt 30, West Nodaway 24, Tri-County 22, Albany 21, East Atchison 20, Rock Port 12, North Harrison 10, Pattonsburg 4, NEN 2, and North Nodaway 1.

The girls field was crowded, with the top eight teams within 22 points of each other. East Atchison had 65, Platte Valley 54, Stanberry 52, Princeton 50, South Harrison 50, DeKalb 47, Worth County 47, Maysville 43, Rock Port 35, Albany 31, Gallatin 22, King City 20, Pattonsburg 18, West Nodaway 14, South Holt 13, Tri-County 12, North Andrew 8, North Nodaway 6, and NEN 1.

For the girls, Becca Smith was fourth in the 100 with a time of 14.48. Brooklyn Richardson was third in the 100 Hurdles with a time of 18.02. 

The 4x100 relay team of Hailey Adwell, Abbi Brown, Eva Engel, and Brooklyn Richardson won with a time of 54.10. The 4x200 team of Hailey Adwell, Abbi Brown, Bridgette Hightshoe, and Brooklyn Richardson was sixth with a time of 2:00.05. 

Eva Engel was third in the Pole Vault with a height of 8’6”. Kara Staton was second in the Discus with a throw of 104’11¾”. Ali Brown was second in the Javelin with a throw of 107’½”. 

On the boys side, Aydan Gladstone was second in the 200 with a time of 23.94. Cannon Fletcher was fourth in the 800 with a time of 2:23.44. Fletcher was fourth in the 1600 with a time of 5:13.86. Jace Cousatte won the 110 Hurdles with a time of 18.30. He also won the 300 Hurdles with a time of 42.95.

The 4x100 Relay Team of Aydan Gladstone, Alex Rinehart, Braxton Hightshoe, and Levi Cassavaugh was second with a time of 47.02. The 4x200 team of Aydan Gladstone, Levi Cassavaugh, Braxton Hightshoe, and Jace Cousatte won with a time of 1:35.78. The 4x400 Relay Team of Jace Cousatte, Alex Rinehart, Braxton Hightshoe, and Levi Cassavaugh won with a time of 3:42.89.

Braxton Hightshoe was third in the High Jump with a height of 5’9”. Aydan Gladstone was second in the Pole Vault with a height of 10’6”. Levi Cassavaugh was fifth with a height of 9’6¼”. Brent Harris was sixth in the Long Jump with a jump of 17’11¼. Tyler New was fourth in the Triple Jump with a jump of 35’4½”. Carter Chapman was sixth with a jump of 33’4½”. 

Jase Latham was fifth in the Shot Put with a throw of 42’9½”. Elias Alarcon was fifth in the Discus with a throw of 117’8¼”. Alex Rinehart won the Javelin with a throw of 147’7¾”. Tyler New was sixth with a throw of 130’10¾”.

Dylan McIntyre Fans 12 as Bluejays Shut Out Wolves 5-0

Northeast Nodaway kept its undefeated season intact, winning its 11th game and turning back East Atchison 5-0 Saturday following ceremonies dedicating the new ball diamond. Dylan McIntyre gave up two hits and struck out 12 in the win in difficult playing conditions. The wind was howling in from center field even more than the South Holt game, with the dust whipping up and getting in peoples’ eyes. 

Board president Jeff Redden threw out the first pitch. All volunteers who helped with the ball diamond were recognized along with Jackson Township and the City of Ravenwood. Tabi Adwell sung the National Anthem, while Auston Pride was given the ball that he hit out of the new park, the first ever hit out of the yard. 

The following people were recognized for donating time, equipment, and labor for the new field: Darrin Adwell, Dean Adwell, David Atkins, Matt Beatty, Ryan Cordell, Steve Cordell, Bill Cronk, Aaron Dack, Brad Florea, David Godsey, Chuck Redden, Jake Redden, Jeff Redden, Aaron Runde, Carson Runde, Kenny Runde, Kevin Runde, Seth Runde, Gary Rush, Jake Rush, Mark Rush, Dan Schmitz, David Schmitz, Francis Schmitz, Steve Schmitz, Ron Sobotka, and Roger Robertson.

Alex Erickson walked with one out in the first, but then Cameron Oswald struck out into a double play as Colton Swalley gunned down Erickson. With one out, Lane Dack hit a towering fly ball that sliced away from the right fielder and dropped in fair territory. Colton Swalley singled to center, and Dylan McIntyre singled to left to score Dack and make it 1-0.

The wind continued to wreak havoc on fly balls, and Landon Wilmes’ pop fly dropped in front of the right fielder for a base hit. Zach Pride grounded out to advance him, and Ben Boswell reached on a throwing error by the shortstop to score Wilmes. Lane Dack singled down the right field line to put runners on first and third, and Colton Swalley reached on another error to score Boswell and make it 3-0.

East Atchison finally started getting good swings on McIntyre in the fifth inning; with two outs, Owen Derosier and Carter Holecek singled. But Erickson struck out for the third out.

Auston Pride walked and Dylan McIntyre grounded out to advance him to second. Pride took off for third and a good throw would have gotten him, but the ball got away from the third baseman and he was safe. Brayden Munns reached on an error to score Pride and make it 4-0.

In the Bluejay sixth, Ben Boswell hit a towering fly ball that sliced away from the left fielder, and he dropped it for an error as he reached second. Lane Dack grounded out to advance Boswell to third and Colton Swalley struck out, but Auston Pride walked on a close 3-2 pitch to keep the inning alive. Dylan McIntyre hit a towering fly ball that sliced away for a double to put the Bluejays up 5-0.

With two outs, Blake Simmons walked, but McIntyre picked him off for the final out.

Bluejay Baseball Rallies to Preserve Unbeaten Season

Northeast Nodaway rallied Tuesday, April 19th to preserve its unbeaten season, erupting in the final two innings to beat South Holt 4-3. South Holt is 6-5 as of Saturday and has been in all of their games this year; they played Plattsburg tough and went on to score 29 runs in their next two games.

The Knights’ pitching has kept them in most of their games, and they trotted out freshman Hayes Weller against the Bluejays. He was unhittable through five innings; Northeast got some good swings against him, but always hit it right at center fielder Kendall Noland, who was patrolling center field and catching everything hit remotely close to his area. 

The game was scoreless through three innings, but the Knights broke through in the fourth innings. Back to back doubles from Weller and Noland put South Holt on the board. Tylynn Prussman’s grounder moved Noland over, and Gannon Phelan hit a grounder to Lane Dack, who was playing in at second for the play at the plate. But it didn’t matter as Noland was safe and South Holt was up 2-0 after four.

Weller had a perfect game through three and a third innings, retiring the first 10 Bluejay batters, but Lane Dack beat out an infield hit to the shortstop with one out in the fourth to break the spell. But it didn’t matter as Colton Swalley forced him as second. Auston Pride reached on an error as Colton went all the way to third, but Dylan McIntyre’s screamer was run down by Noland in right center and Northeast stayed off the board.

With one out in the Knights fifth, Cole Medsker walked, went to second on an errant pickoff throw, and to third in a wild pitch. Jayce Jackson grounded out to bring him home and make it 3-0.

With one out in the Bluejay sixth, Lane Dack got his second hit, a single to right center. It looked like it would fizzle out as Colton Swalley hit it hard, but once again right at Noland. But Auston Pride singled to left and the ball got away as Lane took third and Pride second. Dylan McIntyre hit a slow roller to third that looked like it might be the third out, but it hit the bag and everyone was safe as Northeast was on the board to make it 3-1. Grant McIntyre singled to right to cut it to 3-2 after six.

Boston Adwell hit a squibber in front of the plate for the first out of the seventh, but Landon Wilmes hit a shot off the third baseman’s glove and it rolled away as he got a scratch hit. Ben Boswell singled, and then consecutive errors got Wilmes home to tie it up at 3-3. 

That finished Weller, who ran out of pitches at 92, and Cole Medsker came in to pitch. Auston Pride hit a screamer that looked like a game winner, but it hooked foul at the last minute. But then he drew the bases loaded walk and the Bluejays came away with the win.

Worth County School Faces $221,331 Deficit

The Worth County School is facing a deficit of $221,331 according to preliminary figures released by Superintendent Chris Healy at the board meeting Thursday. Revenues were projected to be $3,899,140 while total expenditures were projected to be $4,120,471.

Assessed valuation was projected to increase by 1%. Transportation revenues were projected to decrease. Salaries are estimated, with an approximate 3% increase to certified, non-certified, and administrators. This includes adding a kindergarten position, a part time special education teacher, and an elementary paraprofessional. The school is projected to have 29 kindergarten students for the upcoming school year.

Food supply expenses and energy costs were projected to increase. The school will add a state required speech language pathologist. Supply and service budgets were projected to remain the same. Vo-tech enrollment is projected to increase. Summer maintenance does not currently include any major projects. 

The figures are preliminary and do not reflect possible changes at the state level. They do not reflect the proposed $38,000 per year minimum salary for teachers that has been discussed in the legislation. The budget anticipates staff increases of $140,000 and a $100,000 increase in state and local revenues. 

The board will vote for a budget at a later date.

Worth County to Offer Summer School for Elementary

Worth County will offer summer school for pre-Kindergarten through sixth grades this year. Summer school will run from May 23rd through June 10th from 8:15 to 12:30. Registration for summer school must be completed with the elementary school by May 6th. The board gave its approval Thursday.

Previously, Worth County had outsourced summer school to Albany; however, there was a lack of interest. This year, Worth County obtained some grant money to offer it on its own.

This is in addition to the credit recovery for grades 7 through 12 that the school has. Credit recovery will be from May 20th through June 3rd and will be all day.

Four New Personnel Hired by Worth County

The Worth County School Board hired four new personnel Thursday at its board meeting. Reese Zollman will be offered a position as the Ag Education teacher for the upcoming school year. Rebecca New will be the Family and Consumer Science teacher. She will be following some big footsteps, as she will replace Jonell Cook, who did it for many years. Harlee Jo Meek was hired as a Title I Reading teacher. Ashley Briner was offered a position as a paraprofessional in the elementary building.

Worth County to Join NEN Baseball Cooperative

The Worth County School Board voted Thursday at their regular board meeting, on a 6-0-1 vote, with Amber Monticue abstaining, to join the Northeast Nodaway baseball cooperative effective next Spring. The move means that Northeast Nodaway will compete in Class 2 next year. Two months ago, Northeast had approached Worth County about joining them in a baseball cooperative, citing declining numbers. This year's squad has 13 players out, with six seniors graduating and two incoming freshmen, which would have given them 9 players unless they could recruit people from the girls softball team or from the student body.

The upside for Worth County was the high level of community and student interest in baseball. The school had surveyed students before the meeting in grades 8-11, with 22 showing interest, including 7 who were not interested in track but who were interested in baseball. There would be 12 who would do both baseball and track if allowed to do both. If forced to choose just one, 6 would do track and 13 would do baseball. 

Board member Amanda Gilland said there would be community support if involvement in the summer baseball programs is any indication. She is heavily involved in the summer programs, and said she was dumbfounded by the level of support for the program.

Having its own program for Worth County was not an option, since its ball diamond has a 200 foot porch in right field and changing it would involve a lot of moving dirt. Concerns raised included transportation issues, the track and golf programs, and scheduling. The school is already short one bus driver, and training for a new bus driver involves two full time weeks plus the time it takes to obtain the appropriate license. A common argument raised against it was the track program. The top three boys track programs in the area, Worth County, Mound City, and Stanberry, consistently post in the top three in track and don't offer baseball for this year. 

A big argument raised in favor of the cooperative agreement was the fact that it would give kids opportunities. "We never know unless we try," said board member Michael Mullock, who made the successful motion to join the cooperative. One factor that swayed board members was the opportunity it will give to students who will not do any other sport. New board member Josh Fletchall said that he didn't do any sports in school, but would have done baseball if it was offered.

Under MSHSAA rules, cooperative agreements are for one year, unless the participating schools agree to do it for longer. West Nodaway and Nodaway-Holt have such an agreement for all sports. 

Obituary -- Donald Garrett 1954-2022

Donald Lee Garrett, 67, Stanberry, MO died April 19, 2022, following a decade long battle against cancer.  He was born on December 19, 1954 in Fort Dodge, Iowa, the son of Morris Garrett and Freda Violet (Ray) Garrett, both of whom preceded him in death.

Don married Teresa Lingenfelter, and to this union, four children were born. They divorced in 2000. He then married Judy Spencer Beatty on July 28, 2007, in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. She survives of the home.

Don enlisted into the United States Air Force in 1973. Following his service, he joined Northrup Grumman in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, outside of Chicago. He was with the company for 27 years, until he became ill with cancer in 2009. He moved to Stanberry, Missouri in 2010.

In addition to his beloved wife, Judy, Don is survived by his children, Jeremy (Kristy) Garrett, of Lake Villa,  Illinois, Samantha (Paul) Nash of Tomball, Texas, Suzanne (Mark) Gersch of Aurora, Illinois, and JoLynne (Greg) Friend of  Hebron,  Illinois; his stepchildren, Amanda (Trent) Scott of Savannah, Missouri, Emily (Michael) Vitris of Austin, Texas, and Matthew (Heidi) Beatty of Parnell, Missouri; grandchildren, Kai and Lucas Garrett, Joshua, Ryan, Austin, and Justin Nash, Gina, Nicole, and EmmaLee Gersch, Elliot and Nathaniel Friend, Ella Scott, Rivers, Henry, and Charters Vitris, and Jackson and Allison Beatty;  his brother, Dale (Leslie) Garrett of Tulsa, Oklahoma; his sister Donna (Jeff) Fox of Jessieville, Arkansas; and numerous nieces and nephews, other family, and a host of friends.

Don was an avid golfer, and fisherman. He was happiest when he was on the links or sitting in a boat casting a line into the water. When not on the water or at the golf course, Don could often be found cheering his grandchildren on at a game, or a recital, or playing games with any of the seventeen of them he could find. Whether cards, video games, Monopoly, Clue, or Candyland, cheering on his beloved Chicago Bears, or the Kansas City Chiefs, being with the grandchildren was the delight of his life. He was a voracious reader, and always had a pile of books on his nightstand and downloaded on his tablet. He was a true Renaissance man, someone who appreciated life and exemplified kindness. Don’s children and grandchildren were the pride and joy of his life. The legacy of Don’s kindness, his curiosity, his love of reading, and travel, his love of family, and zest for life will live on through them. Spending time with his family was always his greatest comfort and strength.

Don has been cremated under the direction of Roberson Funeral Home, Stanberry, MO.  Don requested that there be no public funeral service or scheduled visitation.  Instead, he asks his family and his friends to remember him with a round of golf or spending some time fishing or hiking with their family.  Celebrate his life, by celebrating yours.

There will be a private family celebration of his life at a later date.

Memorials may be made to the Gentry County Library and/or Mosaic Home Health and Hospice in care of Roberson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 153, Stanberry, MO 64489. Online condolences may be left at www.robersonfuneralhome.com

Jason McDowell Resigns from Northeast Nodaway

On Wednesday, Jason McDowell announced his resignation as a principal from Northeast Nodaway. He will accept the Principal position at Minnie Cline Elementary in Savannah for the 2022-2023 school year. 

He had served for six years as an administrator at Northeast Nodaway, holding the roles of elementary principal, high school principal, and interim superintendent. Prior to this, he was the assistant director of the ACES Alternative School and began his career at Maryville Middle School as a 6th grade teacher.

Courthouse News for April 20th, 2022

On April 12th, fire units responded to a massive grass fire near Bedford that was fueled by high winds. Route 2 was closed at one point. Fire units from Bedford, Lenox, Blockton, Gravity, Sharpsburg, New Market, and Clearfield responded.

On April 12th, the Sheridan Fire Department responded to a grass fire west of Sheridan in the afternoon.

On April 12th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Jeffrey Spicer (45) of Bethany in Harrison County on charges of Failure to Register as Sex Offender (Felony), Possession of Methamphetamine (Felony), No Plates, No Insurance, and No Seat Belt. Subsequently, Prosecutor Johnathan Meyer filed charges and bond was set at $20,000, cash only.

On April 12th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Molly Waterman (34) of Barnard in Nodaway County on charges of DWI, Leaving the Scene, and Careless & Imprudent Driving.

On April 12th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Caleb Phillips filed charges against Laurie Long (48) of Rosendale alleging Possession of Controlled Substance (Felony) and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm (Felony). Bond was denied.

On April 13th at around 7 am, the Bedford Fire Department responded to a house fire in the 2400 block of Rockwood Avenue east of Bedford. A 21 year old woman and a 1 year old boy were found deceased inside the home. The cause remains under investigation. As of the afternoon of the 13th, no names were released. The Bedford Fire Department was assisted by the fire departments of Lenox, Sharpsburg, Gravity, and Blockton, along with the Taylor County Ambulance, Air Evac, and the State Fire Marshal’s Office.

On April 13th, Harrison County Prosecutor Johnathan Meyer filed charges against Jason Dukes (42) of Lee’s Summit alleging DWI, Speeding, Failure to Drive on Right Half of Roadway, and No Valid License.

On April 13th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Caleb Phillips filed charges against Kiera Kueker (21) of Independence alleging DWI.

On April 13th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Caleb Phillips filed charges against Lane Reidlinger (25) of Clyde alleging DWI (Prior).

On April 14th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Caleb Phillips filed charges against Justin Aiton (20) of Oak Grove alleging Resisting Arrest (Felony), Speeding (26+ mph over), and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Bond was set at $10,000, cash or corporate surety.

On April 14th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Caleb Phillips filed charges against Jaquan Davis (33) of St. Joseph alleging DWI (Prior).

On April 14th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Timothy Sweat (29) of Bedford in Gentry County on a Misdemeanor Warrant from Henry County (MO).

On April 15th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested James Liwis (42) of Kansas City in Harrison County on charges of DWI and Speeding (18 mph over).

On April 15th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Caleb Phillips filed charges against Jacob Nastasio (31) of Maryville alleging Domestic Assault (Felony) and Property Damage.

Raul Hernandez, 23, of Lenox was arrested on April 15, 2022 near the 73 mile marker of Highway 2. He was charged with possession of a controlled substance with the intent to deliver and is being held at the Taylor County Jail on $5,000 bond.

On April 15th, a Grant City resident reported that a large white dog dragging a 20 foot chain got tangled up on a water meter post in front of their house. Two other people reported seeing it in their area as well.

On April 16th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Bradley Zurn (46) of Hot Springs (SD) in Gentry County on charges of DWI (Prior) and Failure to Drive on Right Half of Roadway. 

On April 16th, the Ringgold County Sheriff’s Department arrested Brett Taylor (30) of Mount Ayr on charges of DWI and Violation of One Way Street. Bond was set at $1287.88, posted by the defendant.

On April 16th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Caleb Phillips filed charges against Kelsie Walker (30) of St. Joseph alleging Stealing.

On April 16th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Caleb Phillips filed charges against Amber Dorman (43) of Savannah alleging Stealing.

On April 17th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Caleb Phillips filed charges against Jason Sarabia (25) of Lincoln alleging Tampering with Motor Vehicle (Felony), Escape from Custody (Felony), Resisting Arrest (Felony), and Property Damage. Bond was denied.

On April 17th, vandals in Hopkins broke windows on the old Ford Garage, NAPA store, Community Center message board, the Elks Little Library, and cracked glass at the Post Office.

On April 17th, the Decatur County Sheriff’s Department arrested Justin Blades (42) of Leon on a Ringgold County Warrant for Violation of a Protection Order. He was being held on no bond until seen by a judge.

On April 18th, a Grant City man reported that vehicles were running the stop sight at Old 169 and High Street south of Orilla’s Way, some going as fast as 70 miles per hour.

On April 18th, Harrison County Prosecutor Johnathan Meyer filed charges against Christina Fisher (38) of Ridgeway alleging Speeding (26+ mph over), Failure to Register, and No Insurance.

On April 18th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Anthony Flora (61) in Harrison County on a Missouri Department of Probation and Parole Warrant.

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.

Junior High Tiger Boys 1st, Girls Edged Out at Stanberry

Worth County’s junior high boys won at Stanberry Thursday, while the girls were edged out by Platte Valley.

For the boys, Worth County had 127, Gallatin 65, Rock Port 58½, Albany 56, Stanberry 29, Princeton 25, NEN 20, Platte Valley 17, King City 16, North Harrison 12½, and Pattonsburg 4.

For the girls, Platte Valley had 84, Worth County 79, Albany 78, Rock Port 55, Princeton 34, Stanberry 28, NEN 22, Pattonsburg 17, East Harrison 16, King City 8, and Gallatin 8.

Bo Collins was second in the 100 with a time of 12.47 for the boys. Collins was first in the 200 with a time of 25.14. Brayden Stevens won the 400 with a time of 58.85. Lucas Frisch was second in the 800 with a time of 2:31.16, while Cole Ruby was fifth with a time of 2:35.15. Brayden Stevens was second in the 100 Hurdles with a time of 15.89, while Andrew Griffin was third with a time of 17.49.

The 4x100 relay team of Andrew Griffin, Lucas Frisch, Brayden Murphy, and Franklynn Taute won with a time of 52.46. The 4x200 team of Sawyer Thurman, Lucas Frisch, Brayden Murphy, and Franklynn Taute won with a time of 1:50.27. The 4x400 team of Brayden Combs, Wyatt Hill, Sawyer Thurman, and Franklynn Taute was second with a time of 4:32.67.

Andrew Griffin was second in the High Jump and Bo Collins was third, both with a time of 5’1¾”. Griffin edged out Collins on tiebreaks. Brayden Stevens was fourth in the Long Jump with a jump of 15’3¾” while Franklynn Taute was sixth with a jump of 14’10¼”. Andrew Griffin won the Triple Jump with a jump of 33’8” while Lucas Frisch was second with a jump of 31’8”.

Bo Collins won the Discus with a throw of 133’11”.

For the girls, Rayleigh Smith won the 100 with a time of 14.07. She was fifth in the 200 with a time of 31.54. Alivia Moyer was sixth in the 400 with a time of 1:14.33. Brylea Paxson was third in the 800 with a time of 2:57.09. Paxson was second in the 1600 with a time of 6:31.78, while Kristen Tracy was fifth with a time of 7:04.18. Riley Ridge was third in the 100 Hurdles with a time of 19.97.

The 4x100 relay team of Sumer Riley, Keira Hardy, Katie Fletchall, and Rayleigh Smith was second with a time of 58.21. The 4x200 team of Sumer Riley, Keira Hardy, Addie Gray, and Katie Fletchall was third with a time of 2:09.59. The 4x400 team of Addie Gray, Keira Hardy, Sumer Riley, and Alivia Moyer was fifth with a time of 5:30.79.

Riley Ridge was second in the High Jump with a height of 4’7”. Kristen Tracy was fifth with a height of 3’9¾”. Riley Ridge was fourth in the Triple Jump with a jump of 26’1”. Katie Fletchall was fifth with a jump of 25’9”.

Chloe Gladstone was sixth in the Shot Put with a throw of 25’3¼”. Rylee Ruckman won the Discus with a throw of 73’6¾”.

North Nodaway Raises Preschool Tuition

The North Nodaway School Board, at their monthly meeting Monday, voted to raise the preschool tuition to $250/month across the board. Previously, it was $250/month for regular families and $180/month for families on free & reduced lunch for four year olds and $250 across the board for 3 year olds. There will be exceptions, as determined by the administration on a case by case basis.

Currently, the preschool is running at a deficit, with two salaries costing the school $60,000 a year. There were 20 students in preschool for this year. Superintendent Chris Turpin recommended going to a flat rate for budget predictability purposes. 

Previously, the preschool offered free and reduced lunch families free tuition, but then federal funding went away. 

The measure was passed on a 7-0 vote.

North Nodaway Moves Final School Day Up to May 20th

On Monday, North Nodaway’s school board voted 7–0 to move its final day of school from May 24th to May 20th. The state requires schools to instruct their students for 1,044 hours. North Nodaway was well above that, at 1,123, allowing them to make the move. 

Tiger Boys Win Rock Port Relays; Girls Finish Fifth

Worth County’s boys continued their winning ways, taking the Rock Port Relays Wednesday. The girls finished fifth. 

The boys won with 135 points, followed by Mound City with 114. Stanberry had 79½, Nodaway Valley 44, East Atchison 42, Albany 39, Platte Valley 33, NEN 33, Rock Port 31½, South Holt 28, and Union Star 8.

On the girls side, East Atchison had 116. Stanberry had 82, Rock Port 59, Platte Valley 55, Worth County 52, Union Star 42, Nodaway Valley 42, Mound City 35, South Holt 24, St. Joseph Christian 20, Albany 17, North Nodaway 16, and NEN 14.

The Tigers placed two in the 100 as Levi Cassavaugh was fourth with a time of 11.47 and Brent Harris was fifth with a time of 11.62. John Galanakis was fifth in the 200 with a time of 25 seconds. Cannon Fletcher was fourth in the 1600 with a time of 5:18.84. Jace Cousatte won the 110 Hurdles with a time of 16.56, over two seconds ahead of his nearest rival. He also won the 300 with a time of 43.96.

The 4x100 team of Landon Moser, Jackson Smith, Carter Chapman, and Tyler New was second with a time of 49.82. The 4x200 team of Aydan Gladstone, Levi Cassavaugh, Braxton Hightshoe, and Jace Cousatte won with a time of 1:38.41. The 4x400 team of Alex Rinehart, Braxton Hightshoe, Tyler New, and John Galanakis was second with a time of 3:54.63.

Braxton Hightshoe won the High Jump with a height of 5’10½”. John Galanakis was fifth with a height of 5’7”. Levi Cassavaugh was fourth in the Pole Vault with a height of 9’7”. Landon Moser was second in the Long Jump with a jump of 17’1”. Brent Harris was third with a jump of 17’¼”. The Tigers were 1-2 in the Triple Jump as Jace Cousatte won with a jump of 38’9¼”. Tyler New was second with a jump of 35’3½”. 

Jase Latham was third in the Shot Put with a throw of 44’8½”. Elias Alarcon was second in the Discus with a throw of 144’8¼”. Alex Rinehart was second in the Javelin with a throw of 139’9¼”. Tyler New was third with a throw of 135’10”.

On the girls side, Emma Spencer was fourth in the 100 with a time of 13.50, while Becca Smith was fifth with a time of 13.51. Brooklyn Richardson was sixth in the 200 with a time of 28.78. Brooklyn Richardson won the 100 Hurdles with a time of 17.51, while Eva Engel was sixth with a time of 19.13. Bridgette Hightshoe was sixth in the 300 Hurdles with a time of 1:01.32. 

The 4x100 relay team of Eva Engel, Brooklyn Richardson, Becca Smith, and Emma Spencer was third with a time of 56.56. The 4x200 team of Abbi Brown, Eva Engel, Bridgette Hightshoe, and Brooklyn Smith was fifth with a time of 2:03.34. 

Eva Engel won the Pole Vault with a height of 8’11¾”. Paige Sherer was fifth with a height of 7’6¼”.

ZeeAnna Gladstone was fourth in the Triple Jump with a jump of 28’7”. Kara Staton was second in the Discus with a throw of 104’6¾”. 

Benefit for Family of People Killed in Bedford House Fire

A benefit will be held Friday, April 22nd, starting at 6 pm for the family of Paige Oldenkamp, Rhett Haffner, and Tucker Haffner at Deere Ridge north of Bedford. They died recently in a house fire. All proceeds raised will go directly to benefit the family. If you are unable to attend, an account has been set up at the PCSB Bank, located on the western edge of Bedford on Route 2 across from Hy-Vee, for people to donate.

New Beauty Salon to Open in Maryville

A new business, The Lash Lab & Beauty Bar, will be opening in Maryville at 114 East 2nd. They will be having a grand opening on May 27th from 10 am to 12 noon. They will be offering a “Brunch” charcuterie-style board to snack on, plus a variety of mimosa mocktails. The event will be open to the public. They will also have an evening party from 4 pm to 6 pm for more snacks, drinks, and music.

Obituary -- Paige Oldenkamp 2000-2022, Rhett Haffner 2020-2022, and Tucker Haffner 2022-2022

Memorial Services for Paige Oldenkamp, Rhett Haffner and Tucker Haffner was held Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at 3 PM at the Bedford Community High School Gymnasium. Visitation was held Monday, April 18, at Cummings Family Funeral Home from 3-7 PM with family greeting friends from 5-7 PM. All three lost their lives due to a house fire. Private Family Interment will be held at Lexington Cemetery.

Paige Elizabeth Oldenkamp, daughter of James and Erica Oldenkamp and Sarah (Mercer) and Justin Kernen was born August 24, 2000 in Bellevue, Nebraska. She graduated from Bedford Community High School in 2019. Paige excelled on the volleyball and basketball court during her high school years at Bedford. Paige then attended Southwestern Community College in Creston where she continued her volleyball career.

Paige and Zach Haffner began dating on February 4th, 2017 and were to be married August 27th, 2022. Two children, Rhett Allan Haffner, born December 17, 2020 and Tucker James Haffner, due May 18th, 2022, blessed the couple. Both Rhett and Tucker were loved by their parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles and all who were privileged to share the many pleasures they brought into Zach and Paige's home.

Paige had a personality to be reckoned with, and you always knew when she was around. She had the most beautiful smile, was outgoing, and had a sense of humor that was non stop and a ridiculous obsession with potatoes. Paige passed these traits along to Rhett, making him a very happy toddler, always smiling and flirting with the ladies. Even though he hadn’t met Tucker yet, Rhett loved to kiss and hug Paige’s belly, giving his baby brother the best love. He had a love for the outdoors and was all boy. Rhett was a TikTok star thanks to his Aunt Ninny who began making them with him at 6 months old. He loved his great dane, Harley, who also lost her life. Paige had a close relationship with her brother, Quenten and her sister, McKenna and loved them both dearly. Paige also had a very close relationship with her mother, Sarah and Rhett shared that same bond with his Gigi. The bond between mother and daughter was also passed on between Paige and Rhett, and would have been passed to Tucker as well. Paige dearly loved being a companion and mother and excelled at both. Paige lost her life fiercely protecting her babies.

Left to cherish Paige, Rhett and Tucker’s memory is fiance and the boys’ father, Zach Haffner; Paige’s parents, Sarah (Justin) Kernen and James (Erica) Oldenkamp; fiance Zach’s parents’, Tim (Brenda) Haffner, and Tara (Clark) Haffner; brother, Quenten (April) Oldenkamp and their son Greyson and daughter Isabella; sister, McKenna; brother, Jayden; as well as many great grandparents, uncles, aunts, cousins along with a host of family and friends.

They were preceded in death by: Great grandparents, Don and Connie Huff; Cecil and Rosalee Mercer; Carl and Gloria Haffner and Steve Kernen.

Obituary -- Glenda Moon 1957-2022

A visitation for Glenda Moon will be held at Cummings Funeral Home, Friday, April 22, from 5-7 PM. A funeral service will be held at New Life Missionary Church, 301 Pollock Blvd., on Saturday, April 23, at 10:30 AM. Interment with be held at Rose Hill Cemetery in Blockton, Iowa. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.cummingsfamilyfuneralhome.com under Obituaries.

Glenda Faye Moon, 65, passed away on Good Friday, April 15, 2022, at home with her loving family by her side. Glenda was born on January 2, 1957, in Marshfield, Missouri, to the late Thomas Leland and Donna June Cantrell. She grew up in Missouri, graduating from Niangua High School. She then went to Iowa and attended Vennard College, earning her Bachelors in Bible and General Education.

On July 28, 1979, she married the love of her life, Donald Lee Moon. Together they had four daughters. Glenda began working with World Gospel Mission in March of 1984 and has spent the last 38 years sharing the Gospel. She was previously a member of Faith Country Chapel in New Castle, Pennsylvania, and had recently been attending Hanfield United Methodist Church.

She enjoyed sewing, singing, traveling, hiking, and collecting rocks since she was a little girl. She ministered in Argentina (a country she deeply loved) for over 30 years, became fluent in Spanish, and formed many deep friendships. Most recently, she enjoyed making new friends and learning Greek while living in Cyprus. More than anything, Glenda loved to spend time with her family and grandchildren.

Glenda is survived by her husband, Donald; daughter, Elizabeth (Bradley) Moon Carter, and their daughter, Erica, Ferndale, Michigan; daughter, Emily (Thomas) Todd, and their sons, Thomas and William, Nancy, Kentucky; daughter, Elicia (Jeremias Ramirez) Moon, and their children, Lucia, Liam, and Mara Ramirez, Upland; sister, Linda (Sam) Randolph; brothers, Dan, Curtis (Jennifer), and Greg (Elizabeth) Cantrell; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas Leland and Donna; daughter, Erica Leigh Moon; companion and mentor, Nina Anderson; and sister-in-law, Cindy Cantrell.

Contributions in Glenda's memory may be made to World Gospel Mission, designated to the Glenda Moon Memorial, P.O. Box 948, Marion, Indiana 46952.

Obituary -- Burt Thomas 1932-2022

Burton Hale Thomas, age 89, Grant City, Missouri, died Thursday, April 14, 2022, at Mosaic Medical Center, Albany, Missouri.

Burt was born September 14, 1932, in Grant City, he was the son of the late Elva and Eunice (Weddle) Thomas.

Burt attended Grant City School.  Afterward he enlisted in the United States Army, serving his country in the Korean War.

Burton had owned and operated Thomas Painting and Decorating for 34 years before he retired.

He was a member of the United Kennel Club and the Jefferson County Coon Hunters Club.

Preceding him in death were his parents Elva and Eunice, sisters Ramona and Kay, brothers Bobbie and Doyle.

Survivors include his Significant other Venita Brushwood, Grant City, Son Rick Thomas, Minnesota, daughters Mickey (Mark) Pelzman, Connie (Roger) Hamann, both of Wisconsin, grandchildren J.D., Jake, Steve, Brian, Kelsie, Colman, Clayton, Connor, greatgrandchildren Liam, Carson, Kade, one sister Frieda and a host of other friends and loved ones.

Mr. Thomas has been cremated under the care of Andrews-Hann Funeral Home in Grant City.

Private family services will be held at a later date.

Obituary -- Phyllis Ielene (Goff) Tuggle 1930-2022

Phyllis Tuggle, a 91-year-old Trenton resident, passed away April 11th, 2022 at Wright Memorial Hospital.  Funeral services will be Thursday, April 14th at 2:00 pm at Resthaven Mortuary in Trenton with visitation 1-hour prior to the services.  Pastor Tim Smith will officiate.  Burial will follow at the Miriam Cemetery in Bethany, MO.

Phyllis Ielene Goff was born October 3, 1930, at the home of her parents, Elvis Guy Goff and Gladys Goldie (Adams) Goff on their farm outside of Grant City, MO.   She was the eldest of three children.  She attended rural grade schools and high school at Grant City.  She was married December 7, 1947, to James M. Benson of Hatfield, MO.  They moved back to her folks farm when her mother died in late 1948 to help care for her younger siblings until August 1950.  In March 1955 they moved to Bethany, MO.  Phyllis and Jim had two daughters, Janet Elaine born in January 1950 and Joyce Ann born in May 1952.  In 1957, Phyllis started working for the ASCS office in Bethany.  The family moved to Trenton in 1962 while Phyllis continued working in Bethany. 

In May 1976, Phyllis married Floyd David Tuggle of Ridgeway, MO and they bought a house in Bethany, where they lived for many years.  Phyllis retired from the ASCS office in October 1994.  Floyd died in October 1999.  In 2008, she moved to Trenton to be closer to her family.

Phyllis grew up in a family that made the church and the Lord the center of their lives.  She carried that core, her entire life.  She was a devout member of the First Christian Church in Trenton.

Phyllis always enjoyed spending time with family and friends.  She lined-danced regularly at the North 65 Center in Trenton, volunteered much of her time at the food pantry, thrift store and other community service venues until her health began to fail.

Preceding Phyllis in death were her parents, husband Floyd and her sister Glatha.  Survivors include her daughters, Janet Vaughn and Joyce Cutsinger of Trenton, her grandson Corie (Marcie) Cutsinger, her granddaughter Kristi Cutsinger, great-grandchildren Dakota and Madi Cutsinger, all of Trenton along with her brother Bob (Donna) Goff of Lake Tahoe, NV.  Other survivors include many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, Phyllis requested donations be made to the Health Science Division at North Central Missouri College or the Miriam Cemetery in Bethany, MO.  They may be left or mailed to Slater Neal Funeral Home.  Online condolences may be left at www.resthavenmort.com.

Obituary -- Hal Owens 1960-2022

Hal Brent Owens, 61, of Albany, Missouri, passed away April 15, 2022 at his home. Hal was born October 4, 1960 in Albany, the son of Paul and Hazel (Cook) Owens.

On March 31, 1989, Hal was united in marriage to Sonya Payne.

He was a member of the Albany First Baptist Church. Hal served in the Army National Guard in Albany for 23 years. Hal worked for Pettijohn Auto as a lube rack tech for 21 years. He retired after 14 years from the City of Albany Water Works Department and mowed numerous yards around the community which he thoroughly loved doing.

Survivors: wife, Sonya of the home; son, Brent (Brittany) Owens, Albany; daughter, Winter (Tim) Clayton, Bethany; granddaughters, Abby Owens, Bethany; Piper and Myla Owens, Albany, step grandson, Brantley; brothers, Ted (Betty) Owens, Albany; Steve (Janet) Owens, Albany; Carl (Elaine) Owens, Grant City; sisters, Kathryn (John) Overly, State of Oregon; Barb (Mike) Stewart, Albany; sister-in-law, Roberta “Bert” Owens, Albany; sister and brother-in-law, Susan and David Hansel, Albany; numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Andy, Richard and Beanie Owens, sisters, Carolyn Munez and Becky Gach, mother and father-in-law, Betty and Ron Payne.

Celebration of Life:  2:00 PM Tuesday, April 19 at the Albany First Baptist Church. Military Rites will follow the service at the church. Inurnment in the Grandview Cemetery at a later date. Memorial Contributions:  Hal Brent Owens Memorial Fund in care of the Roberson-Polley Chapel, 403 N. Hundley, Albany, MO  64402. Online condolences: www.robersonpolleychapel.com

Obituary -- Loren Parkhurst 1932-2022

Loren Ray Parkhurst, 89, Eagleville, MO, passed away Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at a Des Moines, IA hospital.

He was born on July 24, 1932, the son of Orville and May (Hunsicker) Parkhurst. He was the second of six children.

Loren attended grade school at a country school just a few miles from home. He started his high school years at Hatfield where he loved to play sports. After graduating from Hatfield, he helped with a few odd jobs around the farm. He helped others put up hay, helped an electrician with electrical needs, and worked construction. Once while putting up hay, he was referred to as a human elevator. He loved the work on the farm.

After meeting at ice cream socials and many youth groups, Loren and Myra Parkhurst were united in marriage on September 11, 1954. They were married for 67 years and to this union, five girls blessed their lives: Carmen, Pamela, Becky, Carolyn, and Rhonda.

Loren was a member of the National Guard and took time out of his farm life to travel to Albany once a month to participate in drill. After nine years he decided to retire from the National Guard and focus on farming. He also enjoyed being a board member for the REC, PCA, and Lamoni Co-op. He served on the Co-op board on and off for over 30 years. You could always catch Loren watching his girls play sports, attending family outings, and traveling on family vacations to Colorado and the Iowa State Fair.

Farm work was Loren’s biggest passion. Growing up, helping his father on the farm, helped to develop Loren’s passion for the lifestyle. Being run over by a tractor, building miles of fence while digging post by hand, and betting the grandchildren that he could tag a calf were some of the stories he enjoyed telling. On the Grand River farm, Loren raised hogs, dairy and beef cows, and grew corn and soybean crops. He also worked with other farmers and helped haul livestock and grain, sprayed crops, and performed custom combine work. In between these activities, he also sold Archer Oil in which he was top salesman for many years. On the Hatfield farm Loren put his energy into making improvements and concentrated on cattle and hay. Loren was a hardworking, full of humor, and family dedicated person.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Alvin, Paul, and Rollan Parkhurst; half-sister, Melva Jean Ramsey; daughter, Carmen Gustafson and a great grandson, Callan Redding.

Loren is survived by his wife, Myra Parkhurst; daughters, Pamela (Kelly) Nichols, Becky (Steve) Ellis, Carolyn Law and Rhonda Parkhurst; grandchildren, TJ, Justin, Timmy Redding, Lindsey Ellis, Jennifer Van Horn, Martin Gustafson, Michelle Shade and Amanda Wermelskirchen and eight great grandchildren.

Funeral Services were held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 16 at Roberson Funeral Home, Eagleville, MO. Burial with Military Rites followed in Masonic Cemetery, Eagleville, MO. Memorials may be made to any FFA Chapter, Masonic Cemetery, and/or the American Cancer Society in care of Roberson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 46, Eagleville, MO 64442. Online condolences may be left at www.robersonfuneralhome.com

Obituary -- Neva Allee 1947-2022

Neva Sue Rauch Allee was born July 1st, 1947, in Maryville, Missouri, to Louis and Jessie (Wilson) Rauch of Sheridan, MO. Neva graduated from Sheridan High School in 1967. On January 30th, 1971, Neva Sue was joined in marriage to Edmond Wayne Allee in Sheridan, MO, where they resided until moving to their forever home in Diagonal, IA February 1976. To this union, they were blessed with four sons, Robert Ivan, Edmond Lewis, Doy Allen, and Travis Wayne. 

During her high school years, Neva excelled in basketball and choir. As an accomplished vocalist, she thoroughly enjoyed her years performing and was the designated Roadie for the Midnite Special’s band. As with all activities throughout her lifetime, Neva made lifelong friends, and those friendships increased in number as the years progressed. She was an active member of the community and never slowed down when there was a task that either could be completed or needed completing. 

Neva served as the accounts manager for Sur-Gro Plant Food Company and retired in 2019 after 45 years of service but continued to check in and provide support from time to time. 

Neva was, without a doubt, the matriarch of the family. Her family was her world, and her quick humor and familial stories always made family gatherings all the more special. Mom/Grandma could quickly turn things around when things started to get a little rowdy. She was an avid sports fan and enjoyed her children and grandchildren’s hundreds of sporting events over the years.

Neva cooked for the masses, from the early days of preparing those pre-game meals for her sons and “adopted” sons; to the many family holidays, Sur-Gro holiday parties, and customer appreciation events. Those who were blessed to have tasted her cooking know that you didn’t turn down that treat when offered. 

Ed and Neva loved to travel, and some of those travels were enjoyed amongst close friends and family. A few favorite travels included cruises in the Mediterranean, trips to Nashville and Florida, and traveling to Aruba, Hawaii, Las Vegas, and Mexico.  Neva passed away on April 12, 2022.

Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 51 years, Edmond, children Robert (Mary) Allee of Columbia, MO, Edmond (Kelly) Allee of Diagonal, IA, Allen (Jamie) Allee of Grant City, MO.; father-in-law Doy Allee of Grant City, MO.; sister-in-law Pam (Larry) Shore of Clarinda, IA, sister-in-law Ruby of Sheridan, MO, sister-in-law Lisa (Robert) Reidlinger of Clyde, MO, sister Linda (Jim) Shryock of St. Joe, MO, brother Ron (Carma) Rauch of Grant City, MO, brother Jerry (Val) Rauch of Sheridan, MO; eight grandchildren, two great-granddaughters; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and dear friends. Memorials are to the Diagonal Community Building and the Sheridan Community Building.

Courthouse News for April 13th, 2022

On April 5, 2022, Taylor County Deputies were called to the 400 block of West Temple Street in Lenox for a disturbance that had occurred. Jesus Alvarez, 27, of Council Bluffs, was taken into custody and charged with public intoxication and disorderly conduct, both simple misdemeanors. Alvarez is being held on $300 bond pending an initial appearance before the Magistrate.

On April 5th, a grand jury in Harrison County handed down an indictment against Dustin Fortner (37) of Bethany alleging Child Molestation (Felony), Harassment (Felony), Sexual Misconduct (Felony, Child Under 15), and Child Abuse (Felony). Bond was set at $25,000 with defendant given leave to post 10% cash.

On April 6th, Ringgold County Deputies received a report of a vehicle running another off Highway 2 east of Mount Ayr. Deputies were able to locate the vehicle. Max Karagen (21) of Maryville was cited for Failure to Maintain Control of a Motor Vehicle.

On April 8th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Emily Cates (22) of Leavenworth (KS) in Nodaway County on Platte County Warrants for Failure to Appear (Driving While Revoked, Speeding, No Insurance).

On April 9th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Derrick Holbrook (30) of Liberty in Harrison County on a charge of No Seat Belt and Wyandotte County (KS) and Moniteau County (CA) Felony Warrants.

On April 9th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Ethan Spatz (26) of Bethany in Harrison County on a Harrison County Warrant (No Valid License).

On April 9th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Kody Bradley (28) of Eagleville in Harrison County on charges of DWI, No Plates, and No Seat Belt.

On April 9th, the Ringgold County Sheriff’s Department arrested Lincoln Greene (29) of Mount Ayr on charges of Possession of Controlled Substance and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Bond was set at $1,000, cash only.

On April 10th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Joshua Turner (20) of Beach Park (IL) in Nodaway County on a charge of Speeding and a City of Maryville Warrant (Littering).

On April 11th, Worth County Prosecutor Janet Wake Larison filed charges against Tanner Henry (34) of Grant City alleging Possession of Controlled Substance (Felony).

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.

Tiger Boys Take Stanberry to Win Fourth Track Meet

Worth County’s boys won their fourth track meet of the year, edging out Mound City, while the girls were fifth Monday.

For the boys, Worth County won with 125 points. Mound City had 102, Stanberry 94, King City 84, Nodaway Valley 50, Platte Valley 41, Albany 30, South Holt 28, NEN 13, Stewartsville/Osborn 7, Gallatin 6, and DeKalb 1. For the girls, Stanberry won with 95½ points. Platte Valley had 82, DeKalb 65, Mound City 62, Worth County 58, Stewartsville/Osborn 42, King City 41, South Holt 37, Nodaway Valley 24½, Gallatin 24, Albany 21, NEN 12, St. Joseph Christian 11, and East Harrison 1.

For the girls, Emma Spencer was sixth in the 100 with a time of 14.19. Brooklyn Richardson won the 100 Hurdles with a time of 17.93, while Eva Engel was fourth with a time of 20.32. Bridgette Hightshoe was sixth in the 300 Hurdles with a time of 1:01.74.

The 4x100 relay team of Eva Engel, Brooklyn Richardson, Becca Smith, and Emma Spencer was fourth with a time of 58.63. The 4x200 team of Eva Engel, Bridgette Hightshoe, Brooklyn Richardson, and Becca Smith was fourth with a time of 2:01.47. 

Eva Engel won the Pole Vault with a height of 8’6”. Paige Sherer was fourth with a height of 6’11¾”. Emma Spencer was third in the Long Jump with a jump of 14’2”. Brooklyn Richardson was fifth with a jump of 14/1¼”. ZeeAnna Gladstone was fifth in the Triple Jump with a jump of 27’7½”. 

Kara Staton won the Discus with a throw of 99’3¼”. 

On the boys side, Levi Cassavaugh was third in the 100 with a time of 11.92. John Galanakis was fifth in the 200 with a time of 25.85. Levi Cassavaugh won the 400 with a time of 54.02. Cannon Fletcher was fifth in the 800 with a time of 2:22.87. Cannon Fletcher was third in the 1600 with a time of 5:24.21. Jace Cousatte won the 110 Hurdles with a time of 16.62, while Aydan Gladstone was second with a time of 16.92. Jace Cousatte won the 300 Hurdles with a time of 42.75.

The 4x100 relay team of Landon Moser, Jackson Smith, Carter Chapman, and Tyler New was fourth with a time of 49.62. The 4x200 of Aydan Gladstone, Levi Cassavaugh, Braxton Hightshoe, and Jace Cousatte won with a time of 1:35.35. 

Braxton Hightshoe was third in the High Jump with a height of 5’7”. Aydan Gladstone was second in the Pole Vault with a time of 11’5¾”. Levi Cassavaugh was fifth with a height of 10 feet. Landon Moser was third in the Long Jump with a jump of 17’10½”. The Tigers were 1-2 in the Triple Jump. Jace Cousatte won with a jump of 38’¾”. Tyler New was second with a jump of 36’4½”. Jace Latham was third in the Shot Put with a throw of 44’1½”. Colt Cameron was sixth in the Discus with a throw of 111’8½”. Alex Rinehart won the Javelin with a throw of 150’11”.

Bluejays All Alone in First Place After North Nodaway Win

Northeast Nodaway found themselves all alone in first place in the Highway 275 race after their 19-0 win over North Nodaway Monday. Previously unbeaten Platte Valley lost 6-5 to previously winless Rock Port, meaning that every other team in the conference has at least one conference loss. The other two teams with one conference loss, East Atchison and Nodaway Valley, have both fallen to Platte Valley. Northeast Nodaway remained unbeaten in the Highway 275 Conference at 4-0, scoring 15 or more runs in each of their wins.

The Bluejays have four more games to play in the conference, with games against South Holt, East Atchison, Nodaway Valley, and Platte Valley coming up. All are home games except for the Platte Valley game.

The Mustangs, with only one senior on the squad, are searching for their first win. They were run ruled for their first five games, with three of them being 15+ runs. They finally played their first full game but lost to DeKalb 7-2. They hung tough for a while against Nodaway Valley and Albany but fell 12-2 and 16-6 last week before facing the Bluejays. 

Lane Dack caught hold of one and tripled to the center field wall with one out in the Bluejay first and Colton Swalley doubled down the left field line to score him. Dylan McIntyre hit a carbon copy of Lane Dack’s shot and tripled to the wall in center to score Swalley to make it 2-0 after one.

Northeast, with Dylan McIntyre and Auston Pride out of pitches after pitching complete games the previous Saturday, put regular catcher Colton Swalley on the mound and Grant McIntyre caught that game. With one out in the Mustang first, Aydan Blackford singled and stole second. Jeremiah Dobbins hit a slow roller down the third base line that died, and everyone was safe. Dobbins broke for second and Grant McIntyre threw to Ben Boswell at short. Blackford broke for home, but Boswell threw home in time to get Blackford, and Swalley struck out Brice Trimble for the third out.

Brayden Munns hit a pop fly that dropped in behind second for a base hit, but he broke for second on a passed ball, only for catcher Aydan Blackford to cut him down for the first out. Boston Adwell got hit by a pitch, and Landon Wilmes grounded out to move him to second. There was two outs, but Ben Boswell singled to center to score Adwell. Lane Dack was hit by a pitch, and two runs scored on Swalley’s fly ball to left, which was dropped as Swalley took second. Pride singled to left to score Swalley to make it 6-0.

Brayden Munns walked to start the Bluejay third and Boston Adwell hit a towering pop fly on the right field side of second base. Mustang shortstop Ethan Fry made a running try at it, but it dropped just beyond his reach and everyone was safe. Landon Wilmes was hit by a pitch, Ben Boswell singled home Munns and Adwell, Lane Dack singled home Landon Wilmes, Colton Swalley doubled down the left field line to score Boswell and Dack, and Auston Pride reached on an error to put runners on first and second. Dylan McIntyre and Grant McIntyre grounded out to score Swalley. Brayden Munns doubled to score Pride, and Boston Adwell reached on an error to score pinch runner Zach Pride.

The floodgates continued in the fourth inning for Northeast as Colton Swalley’s two run double and Zach Pride’s two run single fueled a five run fourth to put the Bluejays over the 15 run rule. 

Open Letter to the Northwest Board of Regents Regarding President John Jasinski

To: John Moore	Roxanna Swaney
Stephen Coppinger	Shanda Durbin
Jason Klindt	Deborah Roach
Mel Tjeerdsma	Connor Thompson

Re:        President John Jasinski

Dear Members of the Northwest Missouri State University Board of Regents:

Since I first wrote to you one week ago, members of the Bearcat family have continued to reach out to me to express their dissatisfaction with your decision to discard President Jasinski. While I am disappointed that no members of the Board reached out to me to discuss our concerns since you received my letter on April 5, I do appreciate your decision to allow public comment during the Board meeting scheduled for this afternoon [April 12th]. Barring unforeseen circumstances, I will be taking advantage of that opportunity. In advance of the meeting, I wanted to update the April 5 letter in order to add more than 30 more names to the list of additional signatories. The text of the original letter follows: 

My name is Tracey Steele.  I am a 1993 graduate of Northwest and a native of northwest Missouri.  I am writing today, and am joined by the additional signatories listed below, to express grave concern with the recent news that President John Jasinski is being forced out of office.  While some Northwest faculty and staff knew this was coming, the news came as a massive surprise to many of us in the broader Northwest community.

I am calling on you to provide transparency into the decision-making process and explain why the Board is not fighting to keep a leader as popular and successful as President Jasinski, rather than informing him two years ago that his contract would not be renewed.  As of this writing, the list of additional signatories below contains more than 100 names (and counting; additional names will continue to be added) and includes alumni, students, retired faculty and staff, and other members of the Bearcat family.  We all have a vested interest in seeing Northwest continue to thrive.

I trust that you are far better informed than I when it comes to the state of affairs at Northwest, but for the sake of illustration, let me list a few of the University’s accolades:  

• Growing Enrollment:  Enrollment in the fall 2021 semester reached 7,870, an all-time record for Northwest, at a time when many 4-year schools are seeing dwindling numbers
• Affordability:  In an era of skyrocketing student loan debt, Northwest remains an “affordable institution”, as determined by the National College Attainment Network
• Satisfied Students:  82% of Northwest students would choose Northwest again if they had a chance to go back – compared to the national average of 75%
• Prepared for Work:  Northwest is ranked as the #1 school in Missouri when it comes to finding a job after graduation

With all of that in mind, why on Earth would you want to lose the person who has led Northwest so successfully?  That is the question on my mind and on the minds of so many other members of the Bearcat family (including, but certainly not limited to, the additional signatories listed below) since hearing the news.

I use the term “Bearcat family” because I want to emphasize just how vital Northwest is to the region of northwest Missouri, touching the lives of far more people than just the faculty, staff, students and alumni.  Everyone who lives in northwest Missouri should be considered a stakeholder and deserves to know why the appointed Board of Regents is making this controversial choice, especially since it has apparently been made without a vote.

The Board of Regents’ web page states that “[t]he Board holds the Northwest vision in highest regard.”  I want to believe that is true, but I’m a Missourian, so I was born skeptical – they call this the Show-Me State for a reason.  The decision to force out President Jasinski is causing me to lose confidence in the direction of the Board of Regents.  It is incumbent on the members of the Board to explain its decision at the next meeting of the Board of Regents.  I intend to attend the meeting on May 4 and I urge you to seek the input of the University’s stakeholders at that time.  

Thank you for your consideration of our concerns and requests.  

Sincerely, Tracey Steele (’93)

cc:       Gov. Mike Parson 

Sen. Dan Hegeman 

Rep. Allen Andrews 

Pres. John Jasinski 

Melissa Evans 

Additional Signatories

Bob Stalder Richard Smith Sheila Wogomon Shari Griffin John Richmond Randy Sharp Steve Tappmeyer Tammi Boldt Pierce Ken Peek Michelle Rogers-Trussell Jenny James Hayward Marge Wolfer Sue Dorrel Chandra Hopkins Judy Swisher Katherine Cox Kate Jackson Katie Frutiger Wendy Mayer Kelly Cofer Linda Ray-McKenna Troy Apostol Ann Henry Stough Bertoldie Matt Darrah Caleb R. Holder Sue Calegan Amy Duggan Castillo Debra Parsons James Ben Throm Rob Carson Kindra Mooney Lori Starr Jerry Cook Matthew Borgard Tiffany Carroll-Kirkland Cassie Runde Eric C. Reeves Matt Brownsberger Charles Izard Linda Girard Amanda Sutton Joan Jackson Tonya Reser Layman Joe Smith Vicki Salsbury Amanda Swanson Art Miller Mary Stevenson-Cook Paul Read T.R. Hoefle	Molly Rossiter Steve Rhodes Lindsay Helle Mindi DiStefano Doug Sellers Chase Michael Young Brendan Kelemen Scott Jenson Kevin Fullerton Teresa Hobbs Tye Janessa Butterfield Donna Heckman Marty Small Tom DiStefano Mike Cox Patti Quaas Candy Clark Montgomery Lisa Renze Jesse Murphy Aaron Luke Diana Acton-Anderson Eric Thomeczek Jennifer Meyer Salvo Holly Murphy-Barstow Katie Harrison Ted DeVore Amanda Swanson Lori Huber Margaret Nelson Art Miller Michael French Doug Seipel Mary Stevenson-Cook Christy Heldenbrand Prather Cindy Ott Wells Anne Larson Hughes Paul Read Kim Caniglia Ken Scribner T.R. Hoefle Kandyce Schoephoerster Watson Lucinda Brown Nancy Smith Dave Gilland Lori Huber Michael French Christy Heldenbrand Kim Caniglia Kandyce Schoephoerster Watson	David L. McLaughlin Laura Dennison Basye Linda Allen Tracy Lykins Dulle Laura Cline Oliva John Kelly Heather Jackson Carl Heck Laura Widmer Laurel Adams Gifford Lee Butterfield Angela Tackett Verhulst Andrea McIrvin Kathy Steiner Scott Cofer Scott Albright Kevin Fuller Alan Hainkel Kurt Clark Tim Wilkinson Tracey Booth Wasinger Susan Gladstone Tucker Jill Murdock Stringer Tracy Ann Banks Bruce Barstow Robert Calegan Kirk Henry Dani Allen Jerry Mills Jeff Greunke Teresa Gumm Gina Kutilek Monica Pennington Tim McGinnis Laura Girard-Munroe Christina Miller Myrna Read Christy Leahy Hogan Darryl Johnson Sue Fetters Marilou Joyner Jeffrey A. Cook Brendan Kelly Terri Salsbury Ted DeVore Margaret Nelson Doug Seipel Prather Cindy Ott Wells Ken Scribner Lucinda Brown

Editor's Note -- On April 7th, Board member Debbie Roach made a motion to extend Jasinski's contract by five years, and board member Roxanna Swaney seconded. The motion failed on a 4-2 vote. Board members John Moore, Stephen Coppinger, Jason Klindt, and Mel Tjeerdsma voted against the extension. On April 10th, Roach wrote a statement to the Northwest Missourian, the student paper, speaking for herself and not any of the other board members, expressing support for Jasinski.