Horse high and bull tight, that used to be a saying for an extra good fence. We had some bulls once, they were normally gentile, but could they ever write a fence down. They might have stood taller than a horse, but we didn’t have a horse at the time to compare them to.
Our fencing skills have been put to the test since the goats have come to live here. The first fence was a barbed wire, then a woven wire on top of than, then followed by a couple more strands of barbed wire. An electric fence was also added so they wouldn’t poke their heads through the woven wire and get their heads caught.
Recently, I have been greeted on several occasions by a yard-full of goats when I arrived home. A check of the fence over the hill from the pond and out of sight from view, was trees over the fence from the ice and wind. They had been venturing through and eating the underbrush on the other side.
They didn’t appreciate our efforts to fix the fence. We had to keep shooing them away. Six barbs wouldn’t hold them when we thought we were finished, an electric fence had to be added because they thought they belonged to the other side. But I guess what keeps them in will also, with Lenny’s help, keep the varmints out.
Sunday, August 10, 2008
Lois Constant has Special Day
By Mickey Floyd
Lois Constant had a bad fall at her home last month. The first responders evaluated her injuries and had her transported via ambulance to St. Francis Hospital in Maryville. Doctors in the ER had X-Rays taken and determined, among other bruises and scrapes, a fractured hip. Surgery was needed to repair the damage and a hospital stay with daily physical therapy to follow. An army of well-trained dedicated professionals have teamed together to get Lois back to her original self. And although the hip is mending nicely, something seemed to be missing from her recovery treatment. It was decided it was time to bring out the big runs. When all else fails, get a lady who is down at the beauty shop. Every woman knows that a beautician can fix her up better and faster than a doctor. But getting Lois to the beauty shop would not be an easy thing.
Lori Jo Groom, owner of Main Street Cuts in Sheridan paid a surprise visit to Room 17 last Saturday afternoon, and armed with only her experience, comb, brush, hair dryer, and a small bag of magic potions, prepared to battle the humdrum and boredom that had beset Lois. A short time later, the transformation was complete, and behold, a new and improved model Lois. A nurse was overheard to say, "if Lois looked any better, they would have to send her home, and if she looked any younger, they would have to move her to pediatrics."
Lois wishes to convey thanks to Lori Jo and the staff at St. Francis Hospital for making Saturday afternoon a very special time.
Lois Constant had a bad fall at her home last month. The first responders evaluated her injuries and had her transported via ambulance to St. Francis Hospital in Maryville. Doctors in the ER had X-Rays taken and determined, among other bruises and scrapes, a fractured hip. Surgery was needed to repair the damage and a hospital stay with daily physical therapy to follow. An army of well-trained dedicated professionals have teamed together to get Lois back to her original self. And although the hip is mending nicely, something seemed to be missing from her recovery treatment. It was decided it was time to bring out the big runs. When all else fails, get a lady who is down at the beauty shop. Every woman knows that a beautician can fix her up better and faster than a doctor. But getting Lois to the beauty shop would not be an easy thing.
Lori Jo Groom, owner of Main Street Cuts in Sheridan paid a surprise visit to Room 17 last Saturday afternoon, and armed with only her experience, comb, brush, hair dryer, and a small bag of magic potions, prepared to battle the humdrum and boredom that had beset Lois. A short time later, the transformation was complete, and behold, a new and improved model Lois. A nurse was overheard to say, "if Lois looked any better, they would have to send her home, and if she looked any younger, they would have to move her to pediatrics."
Lois wishes to convey thanks to Lori Jo and the staff at St. Francis Hospital for making Saturday afternoon a very special time.
Obituary: Mary Marie McCollum
Mary Marie was born to Charley and Anna Maye on a farm north and east of Sheridan. She had a brother, Johnny Jr., who died in infancy. They moved to a farm north and west of Parnell, where she started school (Bunker Hill). Denzil was born in Parnell, where he started first grade. They then moved in with Grandmother in Sheridan. Mary Marie attended school until her sophomore year and then quit due to medical problems. She was diagnosed with epilepsy. She stayed at home and like to do embroidery, and did a beautiful job. She also made bead jewelry and worked in the garden. In 1961, Mother and Father could no longer take care of her and she was placed in the State Hospital in St. Joseph. She was then placed in group homes and finally was placed in the Northview Manor in the 1980’s, where she finally came to rest in peace. She is survived by her brother Denzil, his wife Delores, nieces and nephews Cindy, Sandy, Michele, Charles (Denise), Larry, Lewis, Steven (Kari), and numerous great-nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were 2:30 p.m. Saturday, August 2nd, 2008 at the Prugh-Dunfee Funeral Home in Grant City. Pastor Vallory Williams officiated. Interment was in the Isadora Cemetery near Grant City.
Funeral services were 2:30 p.m. Saturday, August 2nd, 2008 at the Prugh-Dunfee Funeral Home in Grant City. Pastor Vallory Williams officiated. Interment was in the Isadora Cemetery near Grant City.
Rural Water District Working on Disaster Documentation
Ed Ackley reported that the Rural Water District was working on disaster documentation for FEMA in the event that the county is declared a disaster area for the flooding that occurred late last month. Currently, the situation is under review by Governor Blunt, who typically takes two weeks to decide on disaster declarations. Ackley said that there were about 4-5 locations damaged from the recent flooding and that he had taken pictures of the washouts.
New Dominion Farms had unusually high usage for their water; Ackley said that he would check and see if there was a leak at their place. There was also a leak reported on one of Kevin Harding’s farms.
The board voted to advertise for part-time help for the water district. The position will pay $10 per hour for 20 hours minimum; the job would involve maintenance of the rural water system.
The district has $6,878 left over from last year’s disaster declaration, and $2,113 from the ice storm. Ackley said that all of the major work from the flooding last year was done.
The board voted to send Shannon Burns and Ackley down to the Lake of the Ozarks for training. The board also voted to raise Ackley’s mileage compensation to 52 cents per mile from 40 cents, effective immediately.
Ackley will be working on a project to GPS the 520 Rural Water customers at a cost of around $8,000 to the district. The project will take between 4-6 weeks. Peggy Drake said she was doing a map of the customers and that her next task was to locate dead lines so that they could be mapped. One of the expenses for the district will be a new computer system that will handle the new GPS data, which will allow the district to find leaks better than they did before. The district will use the left-over grant money to buy the new computer system.
New Dominion Farms had unusually high usage for their water; Ackley said that he would check and see if there was a leak at their place. There was also a leak reported on one of Kevin Harding’s farms.
The board voted to advertise for part-time help for the water district. The position will pay $10 per hour for 20 hours minimum; the job would involve maintenance of the rural water system.
The district has $6,878 left over from last year’s disaster declaration, and $2,113 from the ice storm. Ackley said that all of the major work from the flooding last year was done.
The board voted to send Shannon Burns and Ackley down to the Lake of the Ozarks for training. The board also voted to raise Ackley’s mileage compensation to 52 cents per mile from 40 cents, effective immediately.
Ackley will be working on a project to GPS the 520 Rural Water customers at a cost of around $8,000 to the district. The project will take between 4-6 weeks. Peggy Drake said she was doing a map of the customers and that her next task was to locate dead lines so that they could be mapped. One of the expenses for the district will be a new computer system that will handle the new GPS data, which will allow the district to find leaks better than they did before. The district will use the left-over grant money to buy the new computer system.
Friday, August 8, 2008
Stutesman Family Reunion
On Sunday, July 27th, the annual Stutesman family reunion was held in Sheridan, Missouri. Those attending were Donna Kay (Stutesman) Auffert, Brandon Auffert, & Norbert & Joan (Stutesman) Schmitz, all of Parnell; Mary Auffert & Tabitha, Pat & Mary Frances Schmitz, and grandsons, Wiley & Brody Conley, all of Maryville; Matt & Melissa Strueby of Guthrie Center, Iowa; Susan Bagby & Molly of Corning, Iowa; Steve & Nancy Archer & Catherine & Brad, all of Conception Jct.; Mike & Paulette Schmitz & Colin of Sparta, Illinois; Richard & Julie Hunter & Joe of Harrisonville; & Don & Peggy Lantz of Harlan, Iowa.
Worth County R-III School Registration
HIGH SCHOOL
August 11th – Senior Registration 9am- 3pm
August 12th – Junior Registration 9am- 3pm
August 13th – Sophomore Registration 9am- 3pm
August 14th – Freshman Registration 9am-3pm
Any new students to the high school are encouraged to register on registration day for their respective class. Seventh grade students will receive schedules at orientation.
During the registration for grades 9-12, students will need to pick schedules, complete and update personal information, check classes, make corrections, and receive lockers.
Families with children in more than one grade may choose the best time for their convenience.
If you are out of town during this period, please stop by the counselor’s or high school office the following Monday or Tuesday.
ELEMENTARY
Only those elementary students that are new to the district will need to register. This can be done anytime after August 11th between the hours of 9am and 3pm.
Other Important Dates
August 18th - Elementary Open House 6pm -7pm
August 18th - 7th Grade Orientation 7pm
August 20th - First Day of School for all Students 8:15am-1:30pm
August 25th - Picture Day
August 11th – Senior Registration 9am- 3pm
August 12th – Junior Registration 9am- 3pm
August 13th – Sophomore Registration 9am- 3pm
August 14th – Freshman Registration 9am-3pm
Any new students to the high school are encouraged to register on registration day for their respective class. Seventh grade students will receive schedules at orientation.
During the registration for grades 9-12, students will need to pick schedules, complete and update personal information, check classes, make corrections, and receive lockers.
Families with children in more than one grade may choose the best time for their convenience.
If you are out of town during this period, please stop by the counselor’s or high school office the following Monday or Tuesday.
ELEMENTARY
Only those elementary students that are new to the district will need to register. This can be done anytime after August 11th between the hours of 9am and 3pm.
Other Important Dates
August 18th - Elementary Open House 6pm -7pm
August 18th - 7th Grade Orientation 7pm
August 20th - First Day of School for all Students 8:15am-1:30pm
August 25th - Picture Day
Saturday, August 2, 2008
In-Field Alfalfa Meetings Planned for Nodaway County
In-field Alfalfa Meetings Planned for
Nodaway County
Two Extension in-field alfalfa meetings will be held Tuesday, August 12 with alfalfa grower, Ronnie Stoll west of Stanberry 2 miles on Highway 136 and the second meeting will be held Friday, August 15 with alfalfa grower Kevin Stiens, 3 ½ miles north of Hwy. 136 on WW northeast of Maryville. Both meetings will start at 8:30 AM.
The Tuesday meeting will focus on the custom rates for alfalfa operations, budgets and markets. These topics will be handled by Randa Doty, Ag Business Specialists, located in the Maryville office. Wayne Flanary, Extension Agronomist, will discuss establishment and maintaining alfalfa productivity.
The Friday meeting will change focus to the livestock use and feeding of alfalfa during high grain prices. Amie Schleicher, Extension Livestock Specialist located at Rock Port will handle this topic. Also, alfalfa pests, reasons for alfalfa stand failure will be handled by Wayne Flanary, Extension Agronomist.
Both meetings will be held in alfalfa fields for hands-on learning. There will be plenty of time for questions and answers.
For more information, contact Wayne Flanary, Regional Agronomist, University of Missouri Extension at 660-446-3724.
Nodaway County
Two Extension in-field alfalfa meetings will be held Tuesday, August 12 with alfalfa grower, Ronnie Stoll west of Stanberry 2 miles on Highway 136 and the second meeting will be held Friday, August 15 with alfalfa grower Kevin Stiens, 3 ½ miles north of Hwy. 136 on WW northeast of Maryville. Both meetings will start at 8:30 AM.
The Tuesday meeting will focus on the custom rates for alfalfa operations, budgets and markets. These topics will be handled by Randa Doty, Ag Business Specialists, located in the Maryville office. Wayne Flanary, Extension Agronomist, will discuss establishment and maintaining alfalfa productivity.
The Friday meeting will change focus to the livestock use and feeding of alfalfa during high grain prices. Amie Schleicher, Extension Livestock Specialist located at Rock Port will handle this topic. Also, alfalfa pests, reasons for alfalfa stand failure will be handled by Wayne Flanary, Extension Agronomist.
Both meetings will be held in alfalfa fields for hands-on learning. There will be plenty of time for questions and answers.
For more information, contact Wayne Flanary, Regional Agronomist, University of Missouri Extension at 660-446-3724.
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