Kathleen Louise (Eisele) Hayse was born September 28th, 1942 in Chicago, Illinois to Henry P. Eisele and Kathleen Mary (Plum). She was an older sister to two brothers, John and George.
Katie Lou grew up in Boston, Indianapolis and Chicago. In 1960 she graduated from Wheaton High School in Wheaton, Illinois. She decided to follow her grandmother and mother’s footsteps and go into education. This decision led her to Iowa State University and the love of her life. At Iowa State she met a young man named Preston Hayse. Katie once wrote home to her mother about the cute boy in one of her classes. Kay always said she could picture Katie reeling him in.
Preston and Katie were married November 25, 1963, the same day President Kennedy was buried. Preston and Katie finished their educations at Iowa State before he entered the military. They made their homes in Texas, Minnesota, Colorado, Illinois and Iowa while Preston served in the military and finished his PhD. During this time two children were born Peter John on December 28, 1965 and Shaun Margaret on January 9, 1973.
The Hayse’s settled in Ringgold County on April 15, 1975. Katie sold insurance for Farm Bureau before going back to education. She taught 6th grade at Worth County RIII schools until her retirement in 1999.
Katie was passionate about her family and always put them first. She rarely, if ever, missed one of her grandchildren’s events and was a loud supporter in the stands. Katie could sew anything and often made clothes for the kids and grandkids. She even made Shaun’s senior prom dress the morning of prom. She often made costumes for various theatre productions, as well. In retirement she found a passion in quilting. She made many quilts for her family and friends, each one pieced with love. Katie was teaching her granddaughters to quilt, as well. Everyone in the family has a quilt to cherish.
She had a big laugh and sense of humor and enjoyed time with her family and friends. She was a member of the Queen Bee quilting guild in Creston.
Katie and Preston loved one another, they were each other’s best friend and they loved to travel. They visited all 50 states, Canada, Mexico, Scotland and England. They enjoyed taking their grandkids on trips white water rafting, to the mountains, Yellowstone and just to the zoo, as well.
Katie went home to be with the Lord on July 1, 2018 surrounded by her family.
Katie was preceded in death by her parents; her brother John; her parents-in-law Bob and Virginia Hayse.
Left to cherish her memory are her husband Preston of 54 ½ years; son Peter and wife Sally; daughter Shaun and husband Clint Kniep; Grandchildren Kyle and Tyler Hayse, Jillian and Tessa Kniep; special family Isaac Detweiler and Menno Bontrager; and a host of friends.
Tuesday, July 10, 2018
WoCo Fest to Become All Day Event
The WoCo Color Fest will become an all-day event this year. It will be held at the Grant City Pool Park. It will be held on Saturday, July 28th this year.
Registration for the Color Run this year will start at 8 am. Cost will be $30 for adults and $15 for kids. Registration will start at 8 am, and the run itself will start at 9 am.
Starting at 11, the Worth County Fire Department will serve lunch. The Grant City Swimming Pool will offer a free swim that day starting at 1. There will be a volleyball tournament and cornhole tournament, with walking tacos served during the tournaments. At 3 pm, there will be a baby show. At 5 pm, the Worth County Fire Department will serve dinner.
There will be vendors, slushees, and an inflatable waterslide compliments of the Grant City CBC and the Worth County Progress Organization.
The event is sponsored by the Worth County Fire Auxiliary. For more information, contact Amanda Findley at (660) 254-0517.
Registration for the Color Run this year will start at 8 am. Cost will be $30 for adults and $15 for kids. Registration will start at 8 am, and the run itself will start at 9 am.
Starting at 11, the Worth County Fire Department will serve lunch. The Grant City Swimming Pool will offer a free swim that day starting at 1. There will be a volleyball tournament and cornhole tournament, with walking tacos served during the tournaments. At 3 pm, there will be a baby show. At 5 pm, the Worth County Fire Department will serve dinner.
There will be vendors, slushees, and an inflatable waterslide compliments of the Grant City CBC and the Worth County Progress Organization.
The event is sponsored by the Worth County Fire Auxiliary. For more information, contact Amanda Findley at (660) 254-0517.
Obituary -- Darin Judd 1971-2018
Darin Samuel Judd, 47, of Pickering, MO passed away July 4, 2018. Darin was a member of the Pickering United Methodist Church in Pickering, MO. He was born on February 18, 1971 in Maryville, MO to Larry David and Juliana Judd.
Darin graduated from North Nodaway High School in 1989. He enjoyed playing football and was a part of the 1989 Championship Team. Darin was an avid gardener who enjoyed canning and sharing his garden with family and friends. On warm summer nights you could find Darin out fishing at one of his favorite fishing spots. Darin also enjoyed snowmobiling and tinkering on small engines.
Darin was currently employed with Northwest Telecommunications out of Gardner, Kansas. Darin was a hard worker and was always willing to help others.
Darin was involved in the Boy Scouts growing up. Boy Scouts was where he earned his God and Country as well as many others.
Darin is preceded in death by his father, Larry David Judd, Pickering; Grandparents, Raymond and Helen Marie Linebaugh, Maryville; and Cecil and Doris Judd, Pickering.
Survivors include his mother, Juliana Judd of Pickering, MO; sister, Darla (James) Workman of Maryville, MO; brother, Bruce Judd of Maryville, MO; brother, Brian (Julia) Judd of Ravenwood, MO; Brad Judd of Pickering, MO; brother, Joe Judd of Gardner, Kansas; sister, Dawn (Rodney) Brown of Allendale, MO; brother, Brett (Shalae) Judd of New Market, IA. Other survivors include many nieces and nephews.
Darin will be missed greatly by his family and friends.
Memorial Visitation will be Tuesday, July 10, 2018 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 at the Bram-Danfelt Funeral Home, Maryville, MO.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Bram-Danfelt Funeral Home for funeral expenses.
Darin graduated from North Nodaway High School in 1989. He enjoyed playing football and was a part of the 1989 Championship Team. Darin was an avid gardener who enjoyed canning and sharing his garden with family and friends. On warm summer nights you could find Darin out fishing at one of his favorite fishing spots. Darin also enjoyed snowmobiling and tinkering on small engines.
Darin was currently employed with Northwest Telecommunications out of Gardner, Kansas. Darin was a hard worker and was always willing to help others.
Darin was involved in the Boy Scouts growing up. Boy Scouts was where he earned his God and Country as well as many others.
Darin is preceded in death by his father, Larry David Judd, Pickering; Grandparents, Raymond and Helen Marie Linebaugh, Maryville; and Cecil and Doris Judd, Pickering.
Survivors include his mother, Juliana Judd of Pickering, MO; sister, Darla (James) Workman of Maryville, MO; brother, Bruce Judd of Maryville, MO; brother, Brian (Julia) Judd of Ravenwood, MO; Brad Judd of Pickering, MO; brother, Joe Judd of Gardner, Kansas; sister, Dawn (Rodney) Brown of Allendale, MO; brother, Brett (Shalae) Judd of New Market, IA. Other survivors include many nieces and nephews.
Darin will be missed greatly by his family and friends.
Memorial Visitation will be Tuesday, July 10, 2018 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 at the Bram-Danfelt Funeral Home, Maryville, MO.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Bram-Danfelt Funeral Home for funeral expenses.
Monday, July 9, 2018
Courthouse News for July 11th, 2018
On June 30th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Mason Stiff (19), a homeless person living in Maryville, for Possession of Synthetic Marijuana (Prior Offense), Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Prior Offense), and Littering.
On July 2nd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Cody Burden (24) of Barnard for Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Prior Offense), and 2nd Degree Property Damage.
On July 2nd, Worth County Prosecuting Attorney Brett Hurst filed charges against Cory Farrell (20) of Grant City for Failure to Display Plates on Motor Vehicle.
On July 3rd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Brandon Hanaway (36), address not listed, alleging stalking and harassing. A Warrant for Arrest has been issued.
On July 3rd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Rickey Crowley (19) of Conception Junction on charges of Driving While Revoked/Suspended, Speeding, Operating Motor Vehicle Without Maintaining Financial Responsibility, and Displaying Plates of Another Person.
On July 3rd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against DeSean Robinson (22) of Maryville for DWI, Driving While Revoked/Suspended, and Speeding.
On July 3rd, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Rick Clark (70) of Bethany in Harrison County for Failure to Drive on Right Half of Roadway and DWI. He was taken to the Harrison County Jail, where he was released.
On July 3rd, Worth County Prosecutor Brett Hurst filed charges against Kenneth Farmer (48) of Grant City for Possession of Synthetic Marijuana.
On July 3rd, Worth County Prosecutor Brett Hurst filed charges against Ronald Randle (54) of Sheridan for Driving While Revoked/Suspended (2nd or 3rd Offense).
On July 3rd, Worth County Prosecutor Brett Hurst filed charges against Michael Manion (52) of Gentry for Passing a Bad Check.
On July 3rd, Worth County Prosecutor Brett Hurst filed charges against Michal Worley (25) of Grant City for Passing a Bad Check.
On July 4th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Dillon Bennett (20) of Eagleville in Harrison County on charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance, Unlawful Use of Drug Paraphernalia, and Minor in Possession. He was taken to the Harrison County Jail and released after a 24-hour hold. Charges were subsequently filed by Harrison County Prosecutor Cristine Stallings on July 5th.
Kyle Grindstaff, 52 of Clearfield, Iowa, was arrested in the 300 block of West 4th Street in New Market, July 3, 2018 by the Taylor County Sheriff’s Department. Grindstaff was charged with Disorderly Conduct. While at the Taylor County Jail a search of his person recovered contraband. Grindstaff was subsequently charged with Possession of Contraband within a Secured Facility. He is being held at the Taylor County Jail on $5300 bond.
On July 5th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Simon Yerganian (20) of St. Joseph in Gentry County on charges of Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Marijuana, Careless & Imprudent Driving, and Failure to Appear on a St. Joseph City Warrant for Speeding. He was taken into custody of the Gentry County Sheriff’s Office, where he was being held on bond.
On July 5th, Albert August Rich (67) of Redding (IA) was arrested for an assault that occurred on 4th Street in Redding by the Ringgold County Sheriff’s Department. Rich was charged with Assault and released on $300 bond.
On July 5th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Josh Mauer (20) of Maryville for Stealing.
On July 5th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Thomas Affuso (27) of Maryville for Stealing and Property Damage.
On July 5th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Larry Michael Smith (58) of Clarinda for Operating a Motor Vehicle Without a Valid License.
On July 5th, Nodaway County Prosecuting Attorney Robert Rice filed charges against Larry Miller (25) of Skidmore for Stealing ($750 or More).
On July 6th, Nodaway County Prosecuting Attorney Robert Rice filed charges against Teresa Penkala (55) of Maryville for Possession of Marijuana/Synthetic Cannabinoid (Prior Offense) and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Prior Offense).
On July 6th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Dustin Ueligger (30) of Grant City for Operating a Motor Vehicle Without a Valid License (2nd Offense).
On July 6th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Tamera Jean Wofford (53) of Maryville for DWI (Prior Offense).
On July 6th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Alicia Trotter (20) of Maryville for Driving While Revoked/Suspended and Failure to Display Lighted Lamps on Motor Vehicle.
On July 6th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Ehab Yassa (50) of Inver Grove Heights (MN) in Harrison County on charges of Exceeding Posted Speed Limit by 26 Miles Per Hour or More and Failure to Drive on Right Half of Roadway. He was being held on bond.
On July 6th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Kineta Keith (40) of Cainsville for Unlawfully Operating a Utility Vehicle on the Highway and DWI. She was taken to the Harrison County Jail and released after a 12-hour hold.
Curt Weaver, 54, of Bedford was arrested in the 700 block of Madison Street in Bedford on July 6, 2018 by the Taylor County Sheriff’s Department. He was charged with Violating a No Contact Order and is being held at the Taylor County Jail pending an appearance with the magistrate.
On July 6th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Timothy Clark (39) of Maryville for Driving While Revoked/Suspended (2nd or 3rd Offense).
On July 6th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Trevor Hudson (24) of Kansas City for Possession of Synthetic Marijuana and Failure to Register.
On July 6th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Alan Bender (27) of Maryville for Driving While Revoked/Suspended.
On July 7th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Kasey McFall (20) of Bethany for Failure to Drive on Right Half of Roadway and DWI. He was taken to the Harrison County Jail and released after a 12-hour hold.
On July 8th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Cory Crawford (39) of Waterloo (IA) in Harrison County on a charge of Possession of Marijuana.
Eduardo Cantu-Diaz, 31, of Lenox, was arrested in the 300 block of North Pine Street in Lenox on July 8, 2018. He was charged with Aggravated Domestic Assault, Obstruction of Emergency Communications, Disorderly Conduct, and Interference with Official Acts and is being held at the Taylor County Jail pending an appearance with the magistrate. The Taylor County Sheriff's Office was assisted on scene by Taylor County EMS and Deputies from the Adams County Sheriff's Office.
On July 8th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Steven Smith (36) of Burlington Junction alleging Domestic Assault and DWI.
Charges listed are merely allegations. Evidence in support of the charges must be presented before a court of competent jurisdiction whose duty it is to determine guilt or innocence. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
On July 2nd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Cody Burden (24) of Barnard for Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Prior Offense), and 2nd Degree Property Damage.
On July 2nd, Worth County Prosecuting Attorney Brett Hurst filed charges against Cory Farrell (20) of Grant City for Failure to Display Plates on Motor Vehicle.
On July 3rd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Brandon Hanaway (36), address not listed, alleging stalking and harassing. A Warrant for Arrest has been issued.
On July 3rd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Rickey Crowley (19) of Conception Junction on charges of Driving While Revoked/Suspended, Speeding, Operating Motor Vehicle Without Maintaining Financial Responsibility, and Displaying Plates of Another Person.
On July 3rd, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against DeSean Robinson (22) of Maryville for DWI, Driving While Revoked/Suspended, and Speeding.
On July 3rd, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Rick Clark (70) of Bethany in Harrison County for Failure to Drive on Right Half of Roadway and DWI. He was taken to the Harrison County Jail, where he was released.
On July 3rd, Worth County Prosecutor Brett Hurst filed charges against Kenneth Farmer (48) of Grant City for Possession of Synthetic Marijuana.
On July 3rd, Worth County Prosecutor Brett Hurst filed charges against Ronald Randle (54) of Sheridan for Driving While Revoked/Suspended (2nd or 3rd Offense).
On July 3rd, Worth County Prosecutor Brett Hurst filed charges against Michael Manion (52) of Gentry for Passing a Bad Check.
On July 3rd, Worth County Prosecutor Brett Hurst filed charges against Michal Worley (25) of Grant City for Passing a Bad Check.
On July 4th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Dillon Bennett (20) of Eagleville in Harrison County on charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance, Unlawful Use of Drug Paraphernalia, and Minor in Possession. He was taken to the Harrison County Jail and released after a 24-hour hold. Charges were subsequently filed by Harrison County Prosecutor Cristine Stallings on July 5th.
Kyle Grindstaff, 52 of Clearfield, Iowa, was arrested in the 300 block of West 4th Street in New Market, July 3, 2018 by the Taylor County Sheriff’s Department. Grindstaff was charged with Disorderly Conduct. While at the Taylor County Jail a search of his person recovered contraband. Grindstaff was subsequently charged with Possession of Contraband within a Secured Facility. He is being held at the Taylor County Jail on $5300 bond.
On July 5th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Simon Yerganian (20) of St. Joseph in Gentry County on charges of Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Marijuana, Careless & Imprudent Driving, and Failure to Appear on a St. Joseph City Warrant for Speeding. He was taken into custody of the Gentry County Sheriff’s Office, where he was being held on bond.
On July 5th, Albert August Rich (67) of Redding (IA) was arrested for an assault that occurred on 4th Street in Redding by the Ringgold County Sheriff’s Department. Rich was charged with Assault and released on $300 bond.
On July 5th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Josh Mauer (20) of Maryville for Stealing.
On July 5th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Thomas Affuso (27) of Maryville for Stealing and Property Damage.
On July 5th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Larry Michael Smith (58) of Clarinda for Operating a Motor Vehicle Without a Valid License.
On July 5th, Nodaway County Prosecuting Attorney Robert Rice filed charges against Larry Miller (25) of Skidmore for Stealing ($750 or More).
On July 6th, Nodaway County Prosecuting Attorney Robert Rice filed charges against Teresa Penkala (55) of Maryville for Possession of Marijuana/Synthetic Cannabinoid (Prior Offense) and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Prior Offense).
On July 6th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Dustin Ueligger (30) of Grant City for Operating a Motor Vehicle Without a Valid License (2nd Offense).
On July 6th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Tamera Jean Wofford (53) of Maryville for DWI (Prior Offense).
On July 6th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Alicia Trotter (20) of Maryville for Driving While Revoked/Suspended and Failure to Display Lighted Lamps on Motor Vehicle.
On July 6th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Ehab Yassa (50) of Inver Grove Heights (MN) in Harrison County on charges of Exceeding Posted Speed Limit by 26 Miles Per Hour or More and Failure to Drive on Right Half of Roadway. He was being held on bond.
On July 6th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Kineta Keith (40) of Cainsville for Unlawfully Operating a Utility Vehicle on the Highway and DWI. She was taken to the Harrison County Jail and released after a 12-hour hold.
Curt Weaver, 54, of Bedford was arrested in the 700 block of Madison Street in Bedford on July 6, 2018 by the Taylor County Sheriff’s Department. He was charged with Violating a No Contact Order and is being held at the Taylor County Jail pending an appearance with the magistrate.
On July 6th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Timothy Clark (39) of Maryville for Driving While Revoked/Suspended (2nd or 3rd Offense).
On July 6th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Trevor Hudson (24) of Kansas City for Possession of Synthetic Marijuana and Failure to Register.
On July 6th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Alan Bender (27) of Maryville for Driving While Revoked/Suspended.
On July 7th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Kasey McFall (20) of Bethany for Failure to Drive on Right Half of Roadway and DWI. He was taken to the Harrison County Jail and released after a 12-hour hold.
On July 8th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Cory Crawford (39) of Waterloo (IA) in Harrison County on a charge of Possession of Marijuana.
Eduardo Cantu-Diaz, 31, of Lenox, was arrested in the 300 block of North Pine Street in Lenox on July 8, 2018. He was charged with Aggravated Domestic Assault, Obstruction of Emergency Communications, Disorderly Conduct, and Interference with Official Acts and is being held at the Taylor County Jail pending an appearance with the magistrate. The Taylor County Sheriff's Office was assisted on scene by Taylor County EMS and Deputies from the Adams County Sheriff's Office.
On July 8th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Steven Smith (36) of Burlington Junction alleging Domestic Assault and DWI.
Charges listed are merely allegations. Evidence in support of the charges must be presented before a court of competent jurisdiction whose duty it is to determine guilt or innocence. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Sunday, July 8, 2018
1st District Challenger Promises Independent Voice for District
1st District Democratic Challenger Paul Taylor promised the Sheridan Express Sunday at Parnell Duck Days that he would be an independent voice for the district. He is challenging Incumbent Allen Andrews, who has filed for reelection. They will face off in November. He said that Andrews was too partisan in his votes and that he would do what was best for the district.
However, if anyone is bracing for a mudslinging contest, they will be disappointed. Taylor promised to conduct a civil campaign. “I like Allen,” he said. “He has been a gentleman, and that’s rare to find in politics these days. I am running because I decided I didn’t think Missouri was going in the right direction.”
Taylor said that he would like to get big money out of politics. He practices what he preaches, saying that he refuses any political donations. He said that he had gotten several, but had returned all of them. “I’m better off meeting people face to face at events like this,” he said. He has been running a low-key campaign, going from town to town to find out what people want.
He said that he would like to see more quality jobs for the district, more focus on keeping the jobs we’ve got, and helping out small employers and farmers. He has background in both farming and manufacturing. He grew up on a farm east of Hopkins, and went to Northwest Missouri State, where he got a degree in Chemistry. He was a manufacturing supervisor and is married to Carla.
They have two children, Cora and Rachel. They currently live two miles east of Quitman. The problems of people on the Missouri-Iowa border, in which Missouri people are being assigned Iowa addresses, are familiar to Taylor. He said he lives in the middle of nowhere and has had his address changed four times since moving there.
“I’ve been farming all my life,” he said. “We take farmers for granted too much. Farming is the bedrock we stand on. We’ve got to do whatever is possible to make compliance easier for small businesses and farms.”
However, if anyone is bracing for a mudslinging contest, they will be disappointed. Taylor promised to conduct a civil campaign. “I like Allen,” he said. “He has been a gentleman, and that’s rare to find in politics these days. I am running because I decided I didn’t think Missouri was going in the right direction.”
Taylor said that he would like to get big money out of politics. He practices what he preaches, saying that he refuses any political donations. He said that he had gotten several, but had returned all of them. “I’m better off meeting people face to face at events like this,” he said. He has been running a low-key campaign, going from town to town to find out what people want.
He said that he would like to see more quality jobs for the district, more focus on keeping the jobs we’ve got, and helping out small employers and farmers. He has background in both farming and manufacturing. He grew up on a farm east of Hopkins, and went to Northwest Missouri State, where he got a degree in Chemistry. He was a manufacturing supervisor and is married to Carla.
They have two children, Cora and Rachel. They currently live two miles east of Quitman. The problems of people on the Missouri-Iowa border, in which Missouri people are being assigned Iowa addresses, are familiar to Taylor. He said he lives in the middle of nowhere and has had his address changed four times since moving there.
“I’ve been farming all my life,” he said. “We take farmers for granted too much. Farming is the bedrock we stand on. We’ve got to do whatever is possible to make compliance easier for small businesses and farms.”
Friday, July 6, 2018
Courthouse News for July 4th, 2018
On June 17th, Nodaway County Prosecutor Robert Rice filed charges against Julie Forney (39) of Hopkins alleging 1st Degree Burglary, Tampering with a Motor Vehicle, and Interference with Custody. The Maryville Daily Forum reported that she had allegedly took her two children, who she did not have custodial rights to, from their babysitter’s residence in Pickering. She has pleaded not guilty and is being represented by James Rynard of Maryville.
John Stephenson (61) of Sheridan pleaded guilty to a Class D Felony of Possession of a Controlled Substance in Nodaway County. Following a Sentencing Assessment Report, he was given a Suspended Imposition of Sentence and 5 years supervised probation by Circuit Judge Roger Prokes on June 25th. He will be supervised by the Missouri Board of Probation and Parole.
On June 25th, the Ringgold County Sheriff’s Department arrested Dalton Hutchison (20) of Grand River (IA) on charges of Driving While Suspended and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
On June 27th, the Ringgold County Sheriff’s Department arrested Nathan Daniel Ford (35) of Diagonal on a child support warrant.
On June 29th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Ty Poe (27) of Stanberry in Nodaway County on charges of Failure to Display Plates and Operating a Vehicle Without a Valid License.
On June 29th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested William Diamond (42) of Maryville on charges of Speeding and Operating a Vehicle on the Highway Without a Valid License (3rd Offense).
On June 29th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Josh Inman (33) of Farragut (IA) in Nodaway County on charges of DWI and Speeding.
On June 30th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Sheila Ash (43) of Bethany in Harrison County on charges of DWI (Persistent Offender) and Failure to Drive on the Right Half of Roadway.
On June 30th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Kyler Sewell (20) of Chillicothe in Harrison County on charges of Failure to Properly Affix Plate and Minor Visibly Intoxicated.
On June 30th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Cameron Smith (35) of Maryville in Nodaway County on charges of Driving While Suspended (2nd Offense) and Speeding.
On June 30th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Timothy Bernard (53) of St. Joseph in Worth County on charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance (Meth), Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Unlawful Window Tint, Failure to Drive on the Right Half of Roadway, and No Insurance.
On July 1st, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Christine Patrick (25) of Pattonsburg in Gentry County on a misdemeanor Gentry County warrant for Failure to Register.
Samantha Gile-Smith, 27 of Creston, Iowa, was arrested in the 300 block of West Van Buren Street in Lenox on June 30, 2018 by the Taylor County Sheriff’s Department. Gile-Smith was charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance with the Intent to Deliver (Methamphetamine), a Class C Felony, Possession of a Controlled Substance with the Intent to Deliver (Marijuana), a Class D Felony, and Possession of an Open Container as a Driver. She is being held at the Taylor County Jail on no bond until seen by a Magistrate.
On July 1st, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Mariama Barry (23) of Inglewood (CA) in Harrison County on charges of No Valid Driver’s License and Speeding. She was taken to the Harrison County Law Enforcement Center where she was being held on bond.
On July 1st, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Steven Hobbs (63) on a Felony Out of State Warrant from Royal Oak (MI) for Failure to Return Rented Property in Nodaway County. The value was allegedly between $1,000 and $25,000. He was denied bond.
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.
John Stephenson (61) of Sheridan pleaded guilty to a Class D Felony of Possession of a Controlled Substance in Nodaway County. Following a Sentencing Assessment Report, he was given a Suspended Imposition of Sentence and 5 years supervised probation by Circuit Judge Roger Prokes on June 25th. He will be supervised by the Missouri Board of Probation and Parole.
On June 25th, the Ringgold County Sheriff’s Department arrested Dalton Hutchison (20) of Grand River (IA) on charges of Driving While Suspended and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
On June 27th, the Ringgold County Sheriff’s Department arrested Nathan Daniel Ford (35) of Diagonal on a child support warrant.
On June 29th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Ty Poe (27) of Stanberry in Nodaway County on charges of Failure to Display Plates and Operating a Vehicle Without a Valid License.
On June 29th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested William Diamond (42) of Maryville on charges of Speeding and Operating a Vehicle on the Highway Without a Valid License (3rd Offense).
On June 29th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Josh Inman (33) of Farragut (IA) in Nodaway County on charges of DWI and Speeding.
On June 30th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Sheila Ash (43) of Bethany in Harrison County on charges of DWI (Persistent Offender) and Failure to Drive on the Right Half of Roadway.
On June 30th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Kyler Sewell (20) of Chillicothe in Harrison County on charges of Failure to Properly Affix Plate and Minor Visibly Intoxicated.
On June 30th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Cameron Smith (35) of Maryville in Nodaway County on charges of Driving While Suspended (2nd Offense) and Speeding.
On June 30th, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Timothy Bernard (53) of St. Joseph in Worth County on charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance (Meth), Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Unlawful Window Tint, Failure to Drive on the Right Half of Roadway, and No Insurance.
On July 1st, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Christine Patrick (25) of Pattonsburg in Gentry County on a misdemeanor Gentry County warrant for Failure to Register.
Samantha Gile-Smith, 27 of Creston, Iowa, was arrested in the 300 block of West Van Buren Street in Lenox on June 30, 2018 by the Taylor County Sheriff’s Department. Gile-Smith was charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance with the Intent to Deliver (Methamphetamine), a Class C Felony, Possession of a Controlled Substance with the Intent to Deliver (Marijuana), a Class D Felony, and Possession of an Open Container as a Driver. She is being held at the Taylor County Jail on no bond until seen by a Magistrate.
On July 1st, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Mariama Barry (23) of Inglewood (CA) in Harrison County on charges of No Valid Driver’s License and Speeding. She was taken to the Harrison County Law Enforcement Center where she was being held on bond.
On July 1st, the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Steven Hobbs (63) on a Felony Out of State Warrant from Royal Oak (MI) for Failure to Return Rented Property in Nodaway County. The value was allegedly between $1,000 and $25,000. He was denied bond.
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.
Thursday, July 5, 2018
School Hires Mark Fletcher as Teacher, Cody Green as JH Softball Coach, Accepts Resignation of Darin Drury; Two Students Graduate
The Worth County School Board, following a closed session Monday, voted to offer Mark Fletcher a Critical Shortage Teacher Contract for the 2018-2019 school year. Previously, the school had named him Head Boys Basketball Coach. The move came after Bryce Schafer resigned as Physical Education Teacher and Missouri Options Program Director for the school and the school had been unable to fill the position.
The board also named Cody Green as Junior High Girls Softball Coach, which Schafer had also filled. The board accepted the resignation of Darin Drury as Bus Driver and Paraprofessional, as he will become an Assistant Manager at the McDonald’s in Bethany. He will continue to be the Pastor of the Grant City Baptist Church, as that position is bi-vocational. His wife, Nanci, will remain employed as a teacher at the school.
During the Summer School Credit Recovery Period for the school, two students successfully completed the school’s graduation requirements, Quentin Miller and Bobby Lynch. Miller was recognized at a board ceremony preceding the meeting.
FCCLA teacher Jonell Cook reported on the upcoming trip to Atlanta for nine members who qualified during State Competition in Spring. They did some last-minute fundraising, working the concession stand during an Under 11 Girls Softball Tournament that was held at Worth County and serving lunch for the Tractor Cruise which came to Grant City Saturday.
Some school testing data was released to the school. 24 Worth County students took the ACT this year with an average score of 19.17.
The following test scores were released for the school. 3rd Grade Communication Arts 442.6; State Average 459.8. 3rd Grade Math 444.4; State Average 456.6. 4th Grade Communication Arts 490, State Average 486.7. 4th Math 490.4, State Average 483. 5th Grade Communication Arts 486.1, State Average 500.5. 5th Grade Math 510.1, State Average 501.1. 5th Grade Science 656.1, State Average 662.9. 6th Grade Communication Arts 502.9, State Average 507.6. 6th Grade Math 499.6, State Average 507.1. 7th Grade Communication Arts 493.6, State Average 516.8. 7th Grade Math 506.6, State Average 516.2. 8th Grade Communication Arts 514.4, State Average 528.7. 8th Grade Math 490.2, State Average 516.9. 8th Grade Science 694.3, State Average 698.6. Out of 14 test scores that were released, three were above the state average and 11 were below it. 4th Grade Communication Arts and Math along with 5th Grade Math were the only ones which scored above the state testing average.
For High School students, some End of Course test results were released. English II scored 204, compared to the 2016 State Mean of 209.7. Algebra I scored 194, compared to a State Mean of 206.6. Biology I scored at 208, compared to a State Mean of 207.4. American Government went to a full-year course, which the school says led to an increase in test scores.
Facilities were rated as Above Average. Strengths listed include dedicated personnel, who take personal pride in the buildings’ upkeep. Safety continues to be a primary focus; several sections of sidewalk were replaced. The school plans to construct a new storage facility at the softball field. Concerns listed include aging HVAC systems, energy costs, and lack of a facility master plan. Recommendations include developing a facility master plan, upgrading lighting systems, replacing HVAC systems within 5-10 years, replacing or addressing the high school flooring (asbestos tiles), locker rooms, hallway lockers, and updating the restrooms throughout the building.
The Safety Program was rated as Above Average. Strengths listed include regular inspections for safety concerns, in-service on safety issues, and review of accidents. Concerns listed include time to conduct all of the training in a face to face setting. Around 90% of staff have been trained on CRP and how to use an AED device. Fire extinguishers are inspected yearly and the AED device is inspected monthly. Recommendations include a fire suppression system in the kitchen over the gas range, procedures for storage of chemicals in the science lab, and access to the gas shutoff valve. Another was safety film on windows to prevent glass from flying if shattered.
The school received a thank you note from the Ross Combs Family for the plant the school had sent in his memory. Combs had served 17 years on the Worth County School Board, from 1987 to 2004.
The board set salaries for administrators, teachers, and non-certified staff. The board set Superintendent Dr. Matt Martz’s salary at $94,274, along with $5,100 for insurance, $14,409 for his retirement fund, $27 for life insurance, $1,367 for Medicare, for a total of $115,177. For Elementary Principal Chuck Borey, salary was set at $65,486, with $5,100 for insurance, $10,287 for retirement, $27 for life insurance, $955 for Medicare, for a total of $82,215. For High School Principal Jon Adwell, the salary was set at $72,034 with $5,100 for insurance, $11,184 for retirement, $27 for life insurance, $1,044 for Medicare for a total of $89,389. All staff receive $425 per month towards their healthcare costs if they take the school’s insurance plan.
Teacher salaries were set at a base of $30,500, an increase of $1,400 over last year. The maximum was set at $51,400. For cooks, base pay was set at $10.56 an hour, an increase of 37 cents an hour over last year, with a maximum of $14.23, based on education and experience. For bookkeepers, the base was set at $16.11 per hour, with a maximum of $19.78 based on education and experience. For custodians, the base pay was set at $10.56 with a maximum of $14.23, based on qualifications and experience. For the Elementary Secretary, base pay was set at $11.20 with a maximum of $14.87 based on education and experience. For Health Aides, base pay was set at $11.06 with a maximum of $14.73 based on education and experience. For the High School Secretary, base pay was set at $13.01 with a maximum of $16.81 based on education and experience. For Head Cook, base pay was set at $11.05 an our with a maximum of $14.79 per hour based on qualifications and experience. For Maintenance, base pay was set at $11.12 per hour with a maximum of $14.79 per hour based on qualifications and experience. For paraprofessionals, base pay was set at $9.93 an hour with a maximum of $13.60 based on education and experience. The board voted to pay part-time custodians and part-time office aides $7.85 per hour to a maximum of $10.32 an hour based on experience. The schedule sets the salary for the Transportation Supervisor at $22.66 per hour base, with a maximum of $26.33 per hour based on bus/truck mechanical experience and appropriate CDL License. Pay for Bus Driver’s was set at $60.95 per day for 170 school days, while pay for Vocational Tech Drivers was set at $79.34 per day.
The votes for Superintendent Dr. Matt Martz, Principals Jon Adwell and Chuck Bore, and the teacher salary schedules were unanimous. The vote for the non-certified pay scales was 5-1, with board member Tish Warner opposed. The non-certified pay scale includes a 90-day probationary clause.
Superintendent Dr. Matt Martz presented the 2018-2019 budget for the board. This budget forecasts a $74,752 deficit driven by higher teacher salaries. The school will end up with reserves at around 30% of annual expenses, which is higher than the state recommendation of 25%. Currently, the school spends 70% of its annual operating budget on teacher salaries, which is higher than the state average of 64%. However, the school still has one of the lowest teacher salary schedules of any school in the area; for instance, NEN and North Nodaway pay their teachers more.
The board voted to authorize the transfer of up to $162,326 from the General Fund into the Capital Improvement’s Fund at the end of the 2017-2018 school year. The money will be used for lease-purchase payments, promised improvements, an air conditioner replacement, and a possible bus replacement.
The school will also transfer up to $30,202 in transportation money into the Capital Projects Fund. This will be used to cover transportation expenses.
The school has positions open for the 2018-2019 school year. They have openings for a bus route driver, a Special Education Paraprofessional, substitute food service personnel, and substitute teachers. The Paraprofessional position requires at least 60 college hours.
The board also named Cody Green as Junior High Girls Softball Coach, which Schafer had also filled. The board accepted the resignation of Darin Drury as Bus Driver and Paraprofessional, as he will become an Assistant Manager at the McDonald’s in Bethany. He will continue to be the Pastor of the Grant City Baptist Church, as that position is bi-vocational. His wife, Nanci, will remain employed as a teacher at the school.
During the Summer School Credit Recovery Period for the school, two students successfully completed the school’s graduation requirements, Quentin Miller and Bobby Lynch. Miller was recognized at a board ceremony preceding the meeting.
FCCLA teacher Jonell Cook reported on the upcoming trip to Atlanta for nine members who qualified during State Competition in Spring. They did some last-minute fundraising, working the concession stand during an Under 11 Girls Softball Tournament that was held at Worth County and serving lunch for the Tractor Cruise which came to Grant City Saturday.
Some school testing data was released to the school. 24 Worth County students took the ACT this year with an average score of 19.17.
The following test scores were released for the school. 3rd Grade Communication Arts 442.6; State Average 459.8. 3rd Grade Math 444.4; State Average 456.6. 4th Grade Communication Arts 490, State Average 486.7. 4th Math 490.4, State Average 483. 5th Grade Communication Arts 486.1, State Average 500.5. 5th Grade Math 510.1, State Average 501.1. 5th Grade Science 656.1, State Average 662.9. 6th Grade Communication Arts 502.9, State Average 507.6. 6th Grade Math 499.6, State Average 507.1. 7th Grade Communication Arts 493.6, State Average 516.8. 7th Grade Math 506.6, State Average 516.2. 8th Grade Communication Arts 514.4, State Average 528.7. 8th Grade Math 490.2, State Average 516.9. 8th Grade Science 694.3, State Average 698.6. Out of 14 test scores that were released, three were above the state average and 11 were below it. 4th Grade Communication Arts and Math along with 5th Grade Math were the only ones which scored above the state testing average.
For High School students, some End of Course test results were released. English II scored 204, compared to the 2016 State Mean of 209.7. Algebra I scored 194, compared to a State Mean of 206.6. Biology I scored at 208, compared to a State Mean of 207.4. American Government went to a full-year course, which the school says led to an increase in test scores.
Facilities were rated as Above Average. Strengths listed include dedicated personnel, who take personal pride in the buildings’ upkeep. Safety continues to be a primary focus; several sections of sidewalk were replaced. The school plans to construct a new storage facility at the softball field. Concerns listed include aging HVAC systems, energy costs, and lack of a facility master plan. Recommendations include developing a facility master plan, upgrading lighting systems, replacing HVAC systems within 5-10 years, replacing or addressing the high school flooring (asbestos tiles), locker rooms, hallway lockers, and updating the restrooms throughout the building.
The Safety Program was rated as Above Average. Strengths listed include regular inspections for safety concerns, in-service on safety issues, and review of accidents. Concerns listed include time to conduct all of the training in a face to face setting. Around 90% of staff have been trained on CRP and how to use an AED device. Fire extinguishers are inspected yearly and the AED device is inspected monthly. Recommendations include a fire suppression system in the kitchen over the gas range, procedures for storage of chemicals in the science lab, and access to the gas shutoff valve. Another was safety film on windows to prevent glass from flying if shattered.
The school received a thank you note from the Ross Combs Family for the plant the school had sent in his memory. Combs had served 17 years on the Worth County School Board, from 1987 to 2004.
The board set salaries for administrators, teachers, and non-certified staff. The board set Superintendent Dr. Matt Martz’s salary at $94,274, along with $5,100 for insurance, $14,409 for his retirement fund, $27 for life insurance, $1,367 for Medicare, for a total of $115,177. For Elementary Principal Chuck Borey, salary was set at $65,486, with $5,100 for insurance, $10,287 for retirement, $27 for life insurance, $955 for Medicare, for a total of $82,215. For High School Principal Jon Adwell, the salary was set at $72,034 with $5,100 for insurance, $11,184 for retirement, $27 for life insurance, $1,044 for Medicare for a total of $89,389. All staff receive $425 per month towards their healthcare costs if they take the school’s insurance plan.
Teacher salaries were set at a base of $30,500, an increase of $1,400 over last year. The maximum was set at $51,400. For cooks, base pay was set at $10.56 an hour, an increase of 37 cents an hour over last year, with a maximum of $14.23, based on education and experience. For bookkeepers, the base was set at $16.11 per hour, with a maximum of $19.78 based on education and experience. For custodians, the base pay was set at $10.56 with a maximum of $14.23, based on qualifications and experience. For the Elementary Secretary, base pay was set at $11.20 with a maximum of $14.87 based on education and experience. For Health Aides, base pay was set at $11.06 with a maximum of $14.73 based on education and experience. For the High School Secretary, base pay was set at $13.01 with a maximum of $16.81 based on education and experience. For Head Cook, base pay was set at $11.05 an our with a maximum of $14.79 per hour based on qualifications and experience. For Maintenance, base pay was set at $11.12 per hour with a maximum of $14.79 per hour based on qualifications and experience. For paraprofessionals, base pay was set at $9.93 an hour with a maximum of $13.60 based on education and experience. The board voted to pay part-time custodians and part-time office aides $7.85 per hour to a maximum of $10.32 an hour based on experience. The schedule sets the salary for the Transportation Supervisor at $22.66 per hour base, with a maximum of $26.33 per hour based on bus/truck mechanical experience and appropriate CDL License. Pay for Bus Driver’s was set at $60.95 per day for 170 school days, while pay for Vocational Tech Drivers was set at $79.34 per day.
The votes for Superintendent Dr. Matt Martz, Principals Jon Adwell and Chuck Bore, and the teacher salary schedules were unanimous. The vote for the non-certified pay scales was 5-1, with board member Tish Warner opposed. The non-certified pay scale includes a 90-day probationary clause.
Superintendent Dr. Matt Martz presented the 2018-2019 budget for the board. This budget forecasts a $74,752 deficit driven by higher teacher salaries. The school will end up with reserves at around 30% of annual expenses, which is higher than the state recommendation of 25%. Currently, the school spends 70% of its annual operating budget on teacher salaries, which is higher than the state average of 64%. However, the school still has one of the lowest teacher salary schedules of any school in the area; for instance, NEN and North Nodaway pay their teachers more.
The board voted to authorize the transfer of up to $162,326 from the General Fund into the Capital Improvement’s Fund at the end of the 2017-2018 school year. The money will be used for lease-purchase payments, promised improvements, an air conditioner replacement, and a possible bus replacement.
The school will also transfer up to $30,202 in transportation money into the Capital Projects Fund. This will be used to cover transportation expenses.
The school has positions open for the 2018-2019 school year. They have openings for a bus route driver, a Special Education Paraprofessional, substitute food service personnel, and substitute teachers. The Paraprofessional position requires at least 60 college hours.
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