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Appeals court approves Grain Belt power line A Missouri appeals court on Tuesday, Dec. 17, gave approval to the state’s portion of a controversial wind power transmission line that would provide energy from the Midwest to a power grid for eastern states. The Missouri Court of Appeals Eastern District ruled against landowners and the Missouri Farm Bureau, who claimed the Public Service Commission erred in March when it approved construction of the Grain Belt

Express Transmission line, according to The St. Louis PostDispatch. The $2.3 billion high voltage line would be one of the nation’s largest wind energy projects, carrying electricity generated by Kansas windmills 780 miles across rural Missouri and Illinois before hooking into a power grid in Indiana serving eastern states. Missouri landowners in the project’s path, along with the

Janet McMahon retires after 23 years with health department; Amber Webb named as the new office manager Janet McMahon will retire Dec. 31, after 23 years as office manager at the Daviess County Health Department. Janet is responsible for many jobs at the health department. She is the county registrar, does accounting and payroll, bills state contracts and insurance, provides customer service, and covers a host of other office duties. Janet and her husband Casey live in Gilman City. Janet’s daughter, Elizabeth, is married to Jarett Webb. Janet has three grandchildren, Grady, Kason, and Sadie, who she says are her “pride and joy.” When asked what her plans are after retiring, Janet says: “I am looking forward to doing the simple things outside the office I haven’t gotten to do since working a full time job.” Janet McMahon Janet has been in the workforce for 48 years. She added that she is definitely looking forward to spending time with her grandchildren. The Daviess County Health Department staff and board expressed their thanks and gratitude to Janet for her 23 years of dedication and service to the health department and to the community. As Janet starts a new chapter in life, the health department is happy to welcome Amber Webb as the new office manager. Amber and her husband Jason live near Jamesport. They have three daughters, Colbi, Calli and Chyles. If you haven’t met Amber yet, visit the health department at 609 South Main Street in Gallatin and say hello. Amber Webb

Farm Bureau, argued before the appeals court that the commission misinterpreted evidence and state utility regulations in March when it reversed earlier findings and approved a “certificate of convenience and necessity,” declaring the project in the public interest. The certificate also gives developers the right to use eminent domain to construct the line. The opponents, called the Missouri Landowners Alliance, didn’t meet their obligation to show evidence that the commission’s order “was not based on competent and substantial evidence on the whole record,” Appellate Judge Mary Hoff wrote. The project is expected to cross the property of 570 Missouri landowners across more than 200 miles and eight northern counties. In Missouri, the route is proposed to go through Buchanan County, Clinton County, Caldwell County, Carroll County, Chariton County, Randolph County, Mon-

roe County and Ralls County. The commission initially rejected the proposal in 2015, but the owners reapplied after persuading nearly 40 municipal utilities in Missouri to buy power generated by the project, which could save an estimated $12.8 million each year for 20 years. In July 2018, the Missouri Supreme Court ruled that state regulators had wrongly rejected the project. In June, the commission unanimously approved Chicagobased Invenergy’s acquisition of the transmission line from Clean Line Energy Partners. Invenergy contends its structures will take up less than 10 acres of land in Missouri, not including land underneath transmission wires. Lawmakers in the Missouri House approved legislation in April that forbids the project owners from using eminent domain for the line, but the proposal died in the state Senate after senators filibustered the bill.

FSA, MU Extension to host joint farm bill meeting in county The Daviess County U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) and MU Extension will host a joint meeting to explain crop provisions of the 2018 Farm Bill. The meeting will take place starting at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2020, at the First Christian Church, 1501 Main St., in Gallatin. This meeting is open to the public and will conclude by 3:30 p.m. The 2018 Farm Bill has several changes that FSA and MU Extension would like to discuss with local producers. At the meeting, Mandi Bird, FSA County Executive Director, will provide an overview of Farm Program changes, Market Facilitation Payments, and Disaster Payments. Brent Carpenter, Agriculture Business faculty for MU Extension, will provide information on crop market prices and Decision Support Tools for (continued on page 9)

Gallatin’s Phil Tate passes away at home The Gallatin community was 100 people. Tate previously was saddened upon learning about influential in negotiations with the death of longtime communiContinental Grain Company to ty leader and former state replocate large hog confinement resentative Phil Tate. He was 73. operations in North Missouri, Phil apparently suffered resulting in the continuing emheart failure while sleeping at ployment of thousands through his home on West Grand Street Smithfield Foods today. on Sunday morning, Dec. 22. A graduate of Gallatin R-5 Arrangements are still pendHigh and the University of Mising, under the care and direction souri, Phil served five years as a of Stith Funeral Home of GallaGallatin city alderman, six years tin, as this early edition goes to on the school board and chaired press. The online guestbook is the successful bond election to www.stithfamilyfunerals.com erect the vocational building. Mr. Tate represented the 3rd Phil served in numerous and 4th Districts in the Missouri civic and service organizations House of Representatives from and was a 10-year volunteer fire 1986 to 1996. He was widely recfighter. For 17 years he was sucPhillip A. “Phil” Tate ognized as a leader in the area cessful in private business beof economic development on the fore entering into the political state and regional levels of government, most arena serving citizens in this region and entire recently assisting the City of Trenton in secur- state. A full obituary and arrangements will be ing the Nestle plant which employs in excess of posted on NorthMissourian.com when available.

2 Unforgettable Christmas Editor’s note: For over 20 years this newspaper published perspectives on life written by the late Ken Bradbury, who penned columns under the pseudonym Freida Marie Crump. Ken’s characters were made up, living in the mythical community of Poosey. But the messages he shared were so realistic you’d swear you were reading about folks you know -- because, in matters of the heart, you do. Ken died in 2018, a casualty of cancer; he is sadly missed. This Christmas column is alive today as much as when first published in December, 2010. by Freida Marie Crump

OPINION

Dec. 24, 2019

“YES, VIRGINIA, THERE IS A SANTA CLAUS” Eight-year-old Virginia O’Hanlon wrote a letter to the editor of the New York Sun, and the quick response was printed as an unsigned editorial Sept. 21, 1897. The work of veteran newsman Francis Pharcellus Church has since become history’s most reprinted newspaper editorial, appearing in part or whole in dozens of languages in books, movies, and other editorials, and on posters and stamps: Dear Editor: I am 8 years old. Some of my little friends say there is no Santa Claus. Papa says, ‘If you see it in THE SUN it’s so.’ Please tell me the truth; is there a Santa Claus? Virginia O’Hanlon, 115 West 95th Street

make tolerable this existence. We should have no enjoyment, except in sense and sight. The eternal light with which childhood fills the world would be extinguished. Not believe in Santa Claus! You might as well not believe in fairies! You might get your papa to hire men to watch in all the chimneys on Christmas Eve to catch Santa Claus, but even if they did not see Santa Claus coming down, what would that prove? Nobody sees Santa Claus, but that is no sign that there is no Santa Claus. The most real things in the world are those that neither children nor men can see. Did you ever see fairies dancing on the lawn? Of course not, but that’s no proof that they are not there. Nobody can conceive or imagine all the wonders there are unseen and unseeable in the world. You may tear apart the baby’s rattle and see what makes the noise inside, but there is a veil covering the unseen world which not the strongest man, nor even the united strength of all the strongest men that ever lived, could tear apart. Only faith, fancy, poetry, love, romance, can push aside that curtain and view and picture the supernal beauty and glory beyond. Is it all real? Ah, Virginia, in all this world there is nothing else real and abiding. No Santa Claus! Thank God! he lives, and he lives forever. A thousand years from now, Virginia, nay, ten times ten thousand years from now, he will continue to make glad the heart of childhood.

Greetings from Poosey. Two years ago... right here in Poosey... was a Christmas we’ll not forget. The Williams family was in the midst of one of those where-arewe-going-tonight weeks and the group’s schedules had become so jammed up that they found themselves with both the annual church Christmas program and Tom’s family gathering on the same weekend. We can do it, thought Marian. We’ll do the church thing then hurry home for a late supper. That way Tom’s folks from Kanas City Virginia, only have to make one trip to Poosey. Your little friends are wrong. They have been Ah, the best laid plans… affected by the skepticism of a skeptical age. Their 6-year-old Jacob was playing the shepherd in the nativity They do not believe except they see. They think scene “...the head shepherd,” according to Jacob, and as soon as the that nothing can be which is not comprehenfinal Silent Night wafted around the sanctuary the family was out the sible by their little minds. All minds, Virginia, door and headed toward their family celwhether they be men’s or children’s, are little. ebration. In this great universe of ours man is a mere inMarian said later that the house was sect, an ant, in his intellect, as compared with so full of people, presents, and pot roast the boundless world about that it was a full half hour before Tom him, as measured by the inthought to look around and say, “Where’s telligence capable of graspJacob?” ing the whole of truth and “You didn’t bring him?” knowledge. “I thought he was riding home with Yes, Virginia, there is a you. I came with my folks.” Santa Claus. He exists as “Oh, my Lord!” certainly as love and genPoosey is a pretty safe place to raise erosity and devotion exist, kids, but the Williams clan live several and you know that they abound and give to your life miles from the church, it was dark, and we’d been blessed with eight its highest beauty and joy. hours of snow. Lots of snow... no Jacob. A Ford Explorer tore out of Alas! how dreary would be the Williams driveway in search of their missing shepherd. the world if there were no Jacob said that he stood in front of the church for as long as his Santa Claus. It would be as sandaled toes could stand it. Then decided there was nothing to do dreary as if there were no but start walking home ...in the dark ...snow nearly to his knees. VIRGINIAS. There would It would have been a yuletide comedy of errors had not everyone be no childlike faith then, been so desperate to find Jacob. Just as his dad was roaring down no poetry, no romance to the blacktop, Jacob had taken a shortcut down a fence row. When his dad frantically tried a gravel road, Jacob’s frigid little constitution had persuaded him to step behind Mrs. Locke’s bushes to take care of some necessary business. The long and short of it: the family was getting scared and Jacob was getting cold. So cold in fact, that he stepped into the only warm place open late by Congressman Sam Graves on that. When President Trump at night on a Poosey Christmas Eve. Word has it that every jaw in the It was 384 days ago when announced that he secured a tavern dropped when a very wet and very cold little barefoot shep- President Trump signed the new, better trade deal to replace herd boy stepped onto the Bud Lite floor mat. “We were pretty well United States-Mexico-Canada NAFTA, we knew it could pass along,” said Newt, the bar owner. “Lots of the folks had made noises Agreement (USMCA). This is with bipartisan support. about getting along home for Christmas night but most of `em had a 21st Century trade deal that The USMCA is a major step been there all evening. Then the little kid came in wearing the bath- puts America first and provides forward for American workers. It robe and that towel on his head. I said, `You lost, son?’ The kid just American businesses, American is expected to help create 176,000 peeked up at me from his wet headscarf and said, ‘I don’t know. But farmers, and American workers new American jobs — including I’m really cold.’” 76,000 new jobs in the automotive with a level playing field. Poosey is a small community and it didn’t take long to identify After more than a year of de- sector. More than that, this deal young Jacob as a part of the Williams family. Although there were lay, the House finally approved levels the playing field for workseveral offers to take him home, Newt told them to keep their seats. the USMCA and I was proud to ers and will help keep American None of them were in any condition to drive themselves home, much support it. It’s about time we got jobs in America for generations to come. less endanger the life of a little kid. He tried calling the boy’s house this deal done. The USMCA is also a great but by that time the entire Williams congregation was combing the The USMCA is a much betarea driving vehicles and on foot, calling out Jacob’s name. ter deal than NAFTA — and an deal for American farmers. “Shoot, it’s only a mile away, I’ll walk you home. Heck, I’ll carry overwhelming majority of Re- Under the new terms, Canada you home!” said Frank Mills to the little guy. “You ain’t carryin’ no- publicans and Democrats agree agreed to scrap unfair trade rebody!” said Newt. “I’ll walk him home!” Before Newt could take Yesteryear in Gallatin: off his apron and step out from behind the counter he’d been One of the most prolific photographers capturing scenes of Gallatin life was the late joined by a chorus of “Me too!” Hubert Long. This undated snapshot, retrieved from the Long collection kept by the and “I’ll go with you!” and “Heck, Daviess County Historical Society, is simply labeled “Christmas drawing.” Signs I need to walk this off anyway beon storefronts along the east side of the square are but memories today -fore I get home!” The tipsy escorts stumbled Rexall Drug, Philco Radio Service, D.H. Davis Drug -- as well as the former out of the bar and into the night Bank of Gallatin building (below left). Center-street parking perhaps air. No one remembered after- offers a clue about the date. The absence of Christmas decorations ward whose idea it was to start singing Christmas carols. But puts this photo’s label in question. About the only sure thing that by the time the Williams family can be safely stated is the most obvious: It was cold!! had given up and dashed back home to call the sheriff, they were greeted by a front yard full of swaying carolers proclaiming “Tidings of com-fort and joy... comfort and joy... oh-oh tidings of comfort and joy!” Jacob said that after the ordeal he was treated like a king for the rest of the Christmas season. At least for this one tiny shepherd, it was the best Christmas he ever had ...with new friends to boot. You ever ‘round Poosey, stop by. We may not answer the door, but you’ll enjoy the trip.

USMCA improves upon NAFTA strictions on American dairy, wheat, chicken, eggs, and turkey. This opens a key new market for American farmers — a new market that’s right next door. The USMCA is a real win for American businesses too. It’s estimated to generate more than $68 billion in new economic activity. The USMCA establishes stronger enforcement measures, a big improvement over NAFTA, which will help ensure American businesses aren’t getting cheated by foreign competitors. I strongly supported USMCA. Iit’s a clear win for North Missouri and America. It’s a great deal.

Dec. 24, 2019

The sudden loss of one of Gallatin’s favorite sons What I want to share about my friend, Phil Tate, has little to do with his long list of accomplishments or accolades. That’s for elsewhere. Phil had the utmost respect for my predecessor, Joe Snyder. At one point he served as a sort of arbitrator during a time when the transition from retiring publisher to successor was a bit touchy. I was seriously considering uprooting my young family to depart for greener pastures and, frankly, was not giving my best to the job at hand. Ever the politician, Phil knew to reprimand me on those terms and not upon the brewing conflict of personalities. He challenged me to refocus on what I aspired to be, a community journalist. He loved Gallatin and declared it was a great place to call home. He was right and, lucky me, all the rest eventually fell into place. I watched Phil work a room long before he declared his candidacy for the statehouse. It was when the elementary school library was just an idea. The debate was whether lease-purchase financing should replace a ballot vote proposing a property tax increase. Strong opinions were voiced long into the night with Phil advocating lease-purchase, a commonplace financing tool now but newfangled at that time. Everyone knew where Phil stood while the confusion raged. And he was persistent, whittling down the sticking points toward a concensus he favored, working non-stop not just in the board room but even in the bathroom during necessary meeting breaks. When Phil was committed to something, he was all in. Even those on the other side of the aisle admired his talents of persuasion. Phil was a Gallatin boy, through and through. I now ponder what our relationship might have been if I had grown up with him rather than befriending him only as an adult. Phil grew up in a house just up the street from our home of the past 30 something years. When my sons sometimes played in the street, Phil would recall boyhood contests punting a football – perhaps exaggerating a spiral he claimed sailed from the Tate residence to our house. Perhaps not. Some folks still call East Grand “Swellhead Street”

for various reasons. People are jealous Phil knew life on the larger stage. I was for all sorts of things, real and imagined. a bystander witnessing the oath of office Sometimes it starts with who can punt a when Phil took his seat in the chambers football the farthest. of the Missouri House of Representatives. Phil and Nancy are special to all four Serving constituents was the work Phil of our now grown children. Nancy is still really enjoyed doing – more than working “our” grade school teacher. Phil’s conat the marina, more than working as an nection to the little ones in our household oil jobber, more than signing off on legislabegan with Pokey. When Phil’s full blood tion. registered Golden Labrador sired pups, Phil was interested and personally Phil offered the pick of the litter to three followed the lives of so many Gallatin kids little Wilkinson kids (Brett had yet to aras they grew into adulthood, not just our rive) who eventually turned the pedigree four kids. He especially celebrated the into a potlicker. For the announcement of each rest of Pokey’s long life new grandchild into my in dog years, we built family, truly thankful many, many four-legged for God’s rich blessings, memories we still chersomething a lesser man ish. The kids named our couldn’t do. I was lookdog Pokey after learning forward to telling ing that “Pokey” was him about our youngest Phil’s nickname. It was son, Brett, who recently a nickname Phil didn’t announced his engageby Darryl Wilkinson particularly embrace (I’m ment and plans for martold it stuck since even as riage in June. a youth, Phil often lagged behind talking I thought there was plenty of time… to others). But when you tell the kids they Phil had grace while under fire. There can choose whatever name they want for was ugliness when the hog industry a new puppy … well, you have to follow introduced large confinement operations through. Phil understood a real gift is only to North Missouri. As a community and given when there are no strings attached. elected leader, Phil was frequently the tarIf dogs bring out the good in us, then get of personal attack from those feeling the name Pokey prompts special memothreatened. He proved worthy in adverries. Pokey was a wonderful and invalusity, handling hecklers with professional able gift to the Wilkinson family. I believe grace in public and privately refusing to Phil’s insight as a loving father to his own debase those opposing him. This is not to son, Aaron, prompted the gift. He knew say that Phil was a perfect man (who is?). about the important things in the different But Phil didn’t allow his regrets to define stages of life. the man he wanted to be. Phil would surprise you. For the lonPhil served others. He shared durgest time I didn’t know how he enjoyed ing countless breakfasts and luncheons music, and I don’t just mean listening to (and sometimes bummed a dollar since whatever’s on the radio. He played the he’d frequently forget to carry cash), guitar. Sometimes he put voice to lyrics brainstorming on how to reorganize and he personally penned for a church service invigorate community efforts to make or wedding. It was just another way Phil things better. He believed one man can would give of himself, intimacy shared make a difference and lived his life that openly. And he enjoyed doing it. So when way – working on various layers of all Phil played a role on stage in a Gallatin things that define community. He coached Theater League production rather than Little League and always cheered for just sitting in the audience, it was rethe Bulldogs and Ol’ Mizzou. There’s not ally no surprise. It was a play, after all, much about life that Phil overlooked. We and Phil really enjoyed playing with his didn’t always agree on everything, but friends. he showed me how differences between

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true friends don’t really matter. Most vividly I recall those times he’d drop by the newspaper office to share some tidbit or a word of encouragement. Whenever he’d playfully call me a wordsmith, I knew there was something on his mind for me to do. You see, a good friend challenges you to be your better self. I’m sure he built personal relationships such as this with many, many others — not just me. That is the true measure of a great man. Phil knew about his physical heart condition, of course. We all did. Yet his death arrived in such suddenness I can yet hardly grasp. I suppose I’ll always expect to see his red Chevy Blazer rolling down my neighbor’s driveway for a hunting trip or an early morning departure to another gun show. Maybe it’s just better for me to keep thinking that way. Phil was fortunate, passing away while asleep at his home here in Gallatin. Nancy and Phil were planning a holiday trip to a favorite destination – but leaving only after plans to share this Christmas Eve with their church family at the United Methodist Church. That reveals much about Phil’s priorities, about his faith and his lifelong commitment to his hometown of Gallatin. Forgive me as I write. Phil’s death came suddenly without any time to prepare, as death so often does. Any death at this time of year mars the Christmas season — the season of giving suddenly jolted by an emptiness of something taken away. I know Phil touched the lives of many, many people. I can think of no better memorial than to follow his example, giving back to whatever builds up this community and encouraging others in this business called life. There is so much more that could be, no doubt should be, said. Gallatin has lost a favorite son who will be sorely missed. In so many ways Phil was Gallatin’s “go to” guy. He gave back so much to his hometown he loved. Despite Phil’s encouragement and all these years of practice, I know I’m no wordsmith. But I also know there are few words as meaningful to me as simply stating this: Phil Tate was my friend.

Have a blessed Christmas

by State Sen. Dan Hegeman

During this time, as we gather close to loved ones, observing old traditions and making new memories, it is important not to lose sight of the reason for the season: celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, the Savior, by embracing the spirit of giving. As the Messiah, Jesus spent His life on Earth spreading God’s message of love and forgiveness. He encouraged all those He met to put others before themselves. Jesus is also the greatest example of someone who practiced what He preached. By accepting

punishment for the sins of mankind, He suffered immensely to offer us the gift of eternal salvation. Now, we are asked to follow in His footsteps, serving others in our own unique ways. We can demonstrate the Christmas spirit in many ways. Around the holidays, we can show appreciation for life’s blessings by donating our excess wealth and material goods, such as food and clothing, to families in need. There are many worthy charities to consider. Without the support of people who care, the good

these groups accomplish would be impossible. Finally, keep in mind not everyone can enjoy the festivities this season. I ask that you say a prayer for all our military service personnel who will spend Christmas away from their families, as well as our firefighters, law enforcement officers, doctors and nurses who will be on duty during the holidays. Pray for their safety, and give thanks for their service. From my family to yours, I wish you a very Merry Christmas.

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December 24, 2019

Chestnuts for roasting can be grown in area with challenge by Tim Baker, MU Regional Horticulturist

Nut crops are always popular in the fall, since they have been freshly harvested and are at their prime. One that is often found during holiday celebrations is the chestnut. This uniquely flavored nut can be grown in Missouri, so if you like them and have the space and appropriate site for at least two trees, you might consider Tim Baker planting some this coming year. The American chestnut used to be a major species in eastern America. It provided lumber and food for humans, livestock and wildlife. Unfortunately, a fungal disease that affects chestnuts was introduced to this country in the early part of the twentieth century, and the American chestnut was virtually eliminated from our forests. Since American chestnuts are out of the picture, there is one good option if you are

Bird on deanâ€™s list Jesse Wyatt Bird of Gallatin earned the honor of being included on the Central Methodist University Deanâ€™s List for the Fall 2019 semester. To make the Deanâ€™s List, students must maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.50 or above for the semester, among other criteria. Bird is currently majoring in accounting on the main CMU campus in Fayette.

interested in planting chestnuts. You can plant a species commonly called the Chinese chestnut. These trees are resistant to the disease that has eliminated our native chestnut. Chestnuts grow rapidly, and under the right conditions, may start bearing nuts after two or three years. When planting, you will need to choose at least two different varieties to insure good cross-pollination. This is because chestnuts are self-sterile. A single chestnut tree is unlikely to bear nuts. The different varieties should be planted within 200 feet of each other for best results. Chestnuts prefer a welldrained, sandy loam soil. They will adapt to other soil types, but do not do well in poorly drained soils. A moderately acid soil with a pH around 6.0 is best for them. While it is true that Chinese chestnuts can be grown in Missouri, northwest Missouri will present some potential challenges. The main problem is winter hardiness. Chinese chestnuts can withstand temperatures down to -20 F. if they are properly hardened off. However, lower temperatures could cause signif-

icant damage to the trees. Looking at historical records, I see that much of northwest Missouri can go lower than -20 degrees, and for that reason, I would not suggest planting Chinese chestnuts in northwest Missouri on a commercial basis. If you do decide to plant Chinese chestnuts, site selection will be critical. Plant on hilltops to avoid frost pockets. Although they flower relatively late, they are still subject to frost damage as soon as the buds begin to swell. Sloping ground, where cold air can drain downward, is the best site for them.

Ode to Route B Route B in Daviess County is closed for bridge reconstruction at the I-35 overpass. The contractor is waiting on materials to complete work on the bridge. Until the work is completed, the bridge will remain closed. The majority of MoDOT construction work zones will not be in place from noon Wednesday, Dec. 24 until the morning of Friday, Dec. 26. Inclement weather may cause schedule changes.

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December 24, 2019

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Active Aging Resource Center Dec. 24: Closed for Christmas Eve. Dec. 25: Closed for Christmas Day. Jan. 1: Closed New Year’s Day. Thank you to all who volunteered, donated, or attended our Share the Love Christmas Dinner. “Light a Candle” this holiday season by supporting our Meals on Wheels nutrition program. Your tax deductible donation will help keep our older adults healthy and in their homes. Mail donations to P.O. Box 272, Gallatin, MO 64640. Menus Dec. 30-Jan. 3 Monday: Polish sausage with kraut, chunky fried potatoes, mixed vegetables, Mandarin oranges; Tuesday: seasoned baked chicken, rice pilaf, buttered corn, peas and carrots, hot roll, apple cobbler; Wednesday: closed for New Year; Thursday: taco salad, Mexican rice, refried beans, tortilla chips, fruit; Friday: beef and noodles, mashed potatoes, vegetable blend, peaches.

Man hurt when pickup hits drain A Pattonsburg man received serious injuries in an accident that happened at about 12:50 a.m. on Dec. 21 in Daviess County. According to the highway patrol, Teel was driving a 2004 GMC pickup northbound on I-35. At the 67 mile marker, he drove off the west side of the road and collided with a drain. His vehicle overturned and came to rest on the passenger side, facing northwest. Teel was taken by Daviess County Ambulance to Liberty Hospital. He was not wearing his seat belt. The pickup was totaled. The accident was investigated by Cpl. S.J. Cool, assisted by Tpr. N.A. Regan and Daviess County Sheriff’s Office.

DHSS certifies Chillicothe lab The Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) completed the process of issuing 10 certifications for medical marijuana lab testing facilities on Dec. 19. Among those approved was Green Orchard Labs, 1101 S. Mitchell Avenue in Chillicothe, with a final ranking of 1539.67. Article XIV requires DHSS to license “at least two” testing laboratory facilities. It was decided earlier this year that ten facilities would be licensed throughout Missouri. “Because laboratory facilities will be required to work handin-hand with our other licensed facilities and they play an important role in the safety of this program, we opted to license ten of these facilities to ensure Missouri patients have access to the best medical marijuana products available,” said Lyndall Fraker, director of the DHSS Section for Medical Marijuana Regulation. Testing facilities will be responsible for verifying levels of THC in product for patients as well as screening it for any foreign matter or dangerous bacteria. The Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) has also completed the process of issuing the first round of certifications for medical marijuana transportation facilities. Facilities located in Carrollton, St. Joseph and Kansas City are among those approved.

North Central Missouri College is helping adults pursue a certificate, degree, or industryrecognized credential by offering the Missouri Fast Track Workforce Incentive Grant to help cover the cost of tuition. The Fast Track grant is designed to ensure when combined with oth-

Access II provides holiday meals help from FFA, 4-H, Dungy’s Market Each year Access II Independent Living Center collects food and assembles holiday food baskets for their consumers in need. Access II provides services and resources to people with disabilities and their families in an eight-county area, including Daviess County. The Gallatin FFA Chapter donated oranges and grapefruits to the food baskets. Gallatin Knee High 4-H donated green beans

and provided Christmas cards to be included with the baskets. Dungy’s Market also provided assistance in allowing Access II to purchase turkeys at cost for each basket. Access II purchased the remaining food, and the baskets are distributed before Christmas. This year over 30 baskets will be distributed to families in need, allowing them to enjoy a holiday meal.

er financial aid, that tuition and fees are fully covered. Individuals will need to apply for eligibility. For more information and details, visit https://www.ncmissouri.edu/admissions/fasttrack/ or contact the Financial Aid Office at x1513.

December 24, 2019

SCHOOL/SPORTS Battle of the Katy Trail Wrestling Tourney 12/20-12/21/1 at Sedalia

Andon Allen finished 6-2 on Saturday to capture fourth place in the Katy Trail 113 pound class.

Ross Critten won seven matches on Saturday and took second place in the 120 pound class. [Photos by Macon Schweizer]

Gallatin Wrestler Wt. Record Place Brantley Burns 106 5-3 19th Andon Allen 113 6-2 4th Ross Critten 120 7-1 2nd Keegan Allen 126 6-2 4th Reggie Arnold 132 5-3 19th Draven Wright 138 6-3 8th Draygan Schweizer 145 6-3 10th Rodell Sperry 152 7-2 7th Jagger Gray 160 6-3 21st Gage Wright 182 7-1 3rd Dyson Fry 285 5-3 18th

Team Standings (42 teams)

1. Centralia........................586.5 2. Lathrop..............................445 3. Mid-Buchanan...................402 4. Palmyra.............................354 5. Gallatin.............................325 6. Knob Noster......................289 7. Richmond..........................286 8. Blair Oaks.........................246 9. Father Tolton..................238.5 10. Lawson........................222.5

Road woes continue to Christmas break for Gallatin teams Brantley Burns won by fall over Buffalo’s Cameron McKendrick.

Gallatin’s girls and boys failed to solve the Princeton Tigers last Friday night, absorbing road losses in Grand River Conference East action in Princeton. The Lady Tigers cancelled out an early 8-4 Lady Bulldog lead with a 34-0 run that powered the Lady Tigers to a 58-32 victory. Princeton got the last say in the boys’ nightcap, with a pair of free throws by Preston Thomas that lifted the Tigers to a 48-47 win. Thomas’s steal and layup with 2:24 left in the game erased what had been a 46-40 GHS advantage. Gallatin’s last ditch 3-point shot hit long on the glass and took an out-of-bounds bounce as time elapsed.

Pattonsburg board discusses survey

The Pattonsburg school board reviewed responses to a survey that was given to employees. Some areas of discussion were MAP recognition night, PTA forming, and professional development ideas. Superintendent Scott Ireland reported during the Dec. 16 meeting, that the City of Pattonsburg has agreed to maintain snow removal at the school for this school year. Principal McCrary gave his elementary and high school reports. The board entered executive session to discuss personnel, student matters, and legal issues. The above are the unapproved minute of the Pattonsburg school board meeting held Dec. 16. Present were Stephanie Mason, Lyle Hoover, Brooke Johnson, Laura Booth, Greg Coin, Brian Teel, Steve Pankau.

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Members of Gallatin’s Middle School champion girls’ team are, front row from left: Lyndsey King, Tylee Morrison, Addyson Sipple and Kati-Jo Wortman; second row: Karydon Jones, Anasen Wayne, Kaylen Sterneker, Emma Christopher and Jasmine Cecil; back row: Coach Samantha Parman, Ashley Feiden, Payton Adkison, Abby Parker, AnnaBelle Ball, Betty Rogers, Alex Endicott, Abigail Burns and Coach Penny Gardner.

Gallatin Middle School girls grab tourney championship Gallatin’s Middle School girls defeated East Buchanan, 21-15, on Dec. 14 to capture the championship of the Hamilton Middle School Tournament. The Lady Bulldogs also defeated Hamilton, 29-17, in the opening round on Friday. Leading the way for Gallatin in Saturday’s championship were Ashley Feiden with 9 points and 5 steals, AnnaBell Ball with 8 points and 3 steals,

Alex Endicott with 6 points and 5 rebounds, Abigail Burns with 5 rebounds and 3 steals, and Tylee Morrison with 4 points. Topping the Lady Bulldogs on Friday were Ball with 12 points, 4 rebounds and 5 steals; Feiden with 6 points and 6 steals; and Payton Adkison with 5 points. Gallatin’s boys fell twice in the tournament, to Polo, 37-29; and to East Buchanan, 38-35.

Winston accepts auditor’s report, extends superintendent contract The auditor’s report for fiscal year 2018-19 from Jeremy Clevenger, CPA, showing the district in full compliance with Missouri Accounting Standards and Practices, was accepted by the Winston School Board during their meeting on Dec. 16. Superintendent Brian Robinson’s contract was extended one year to maintain the current three-year contract with the district. Business teacher Linda Littrell announced her retirement at the end of the current school year and was approved for the district’s early separation agreement. The school board candidate filing period for the April 7, 2020, election is Dec. 17, 2019 to Jan. 21, 2020. Candidates can file from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. after Dec. 17, 2019, and until Jan. 21, 2020, on regular school days. This year’s Winston R-6 School District board election will consist of three three-year terms. The high school principal reported that FFA teacher Mrs. Martin is taking a couple of field trips with her classes. Ag Science 2 has visited a greenhouse in Cameron. A group is going to Triumph Foods in St. Joseph on Jan. 13. The Greenhand Motivational Conference is Jan. 8. Seniors will be going to Snow Creek in Weston on Jan. 9. Report cards will go home on Jan. 7. HDC Band Clinic will be at Winston on Jan. 11. Holiday Hoops at North Central Missouri College will be on Dec. 28 at 7 p.m. and Dec. 30 at 5:30 p.m. There is also a game on Jan. 3 at Pattonsburg. The Osborn Basketball Tournament is Jan. 13-17. First semester finals will be on Dec. 18-19. The elementary principal reported December enrollment at 85, with average daily atten-

Marshall Farrell and Teaghan Caldwell were named king and queen during Homecoming week at Winston. Additional candidate photos on page 10. dance at 95%. Recent activity was launched to make sure students really know what the school-wide expectations are, after reviewing Positive Behavior Support (PBS) data and a student fidelity checklist. Students in grades 3-6 will be going to the Nelson Atkins Art Museum for a field trip (Egyptian Art) that supports sixth grade social studies curriculum, and also supports Missouri learning standards about cultural diversity. Quarterly benchmark assessments are being administered, MAP practice tests are being explored, and STAR reading screenings are being conducted. November Students of the Month for the character trait of patience were: preschool, Heaven McCleary; kindergarten, Anthony Crossland; first grade, Brody Boaz; second grade, Madi Reynolds; third grade, Joel Hunter; fourth grade, Isabella

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Members of Gallatin’s Middle School boys’ team are, front row from left: Connor Michael, Wade Houser, Jaden Wilson and Brody Bird; back row: Coach Penny Gardner, Keegan McBroom, William Johnson, Peyton Baker, Boston Bell and Coach Samantha Parman.

DEAR, DEAR … drop everything! North Daviess students have been busy with their reading program, DEAR (Drop Everything and Read). It has been a huge success for the 2019-2020 school year, with students finding many places to get their time to Drop Everything and Read. The Daviess County Library is always a willing partner of reading for the students. The North Daviess Elementary students recently took a field trip to the Daviess County Library in Gallatin. Students were greeted by the enthusiastic library staff, as well as some Daviess County

retired teachers. Crafts, reading and exploring the library were just some of the favorite highlights noted by the students. Reading has become one of the priorities and an encouraged activity by the administration and staff at North Daviess. Teachers are not only noting an increase in reading activity through the school library, but also inside their classrooms. DEAR for December was celebrated with reading in comfortable Christmas attire. A book was given each elementary student to take home as a gift.

Shoes from the Heart from Macon also made a stop at North Daviess and delivered over 20 new pairs of tennis shoes to students in participation of their program. Shoes from the Heart is a non-profit organization that Vera Nelson, resource teacher, discovered through networking. An application and interview were successfully completed for any student wishing to participate. The program has no income guidelines and merely wants to see students have a chance to get a free pair of tennis shoes for the school year.

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Commission sets holidays for 2019, 2020 The commission received word from the Governor’s OfCOMMISSION fice and from the 43rd Judicial District that all government offices and courts will be closed all day on Christmas Eve. The commission agreed to amend the 2019 county holiday schedule to match. David Cox made a motion to approve the amended 2019 holiday schedule; Wayne Uthe seconded, and the motion passed, 3-0. Discussion was held regarding the 2020 holiday schedule. David Cox made a motion to approve the 2020 holiday schedule as presented; Wayne Uthe seconded, and the motion passed, 3-0. James Lewis, bridge supervisor, updated the commissioners on ongoing work. They have been working on repairs and maintenance of equipment in the shop this week. Discussion was held regarding ongoing tube projects. Janet Weidner, deputy recorder, met with the commission. The commission entered into closed session from 8:35 a.m. to 9:10 a.m. to discuss personnel. No decisions were made. Jason Smith, coroner, David Roll, Emergency Management Agency, Kayla Michael, public administrator, and Annie Gibson, prosecutor, met with the commission to discuss 2020 budgets. Jane McKinsey, recorder, met with the commission to discuss a payment for storage books and how to handle the split payment in December and COUNTY

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Closed for Christmas, New Year’s Day The Daviess County Courthouse will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas day, as will the courts and juvenile office in the 43rd Judicial Circuit. The Daviess County Courthouse will be closed on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2020, in observance of New Year’s Day. January. Clint Vanatta, Union Township, met with the commission to discuss progress on the repairs to Saber Road and the proposed drawings for the new road. Discussion was held regarding applications received for three open positions on the Daviess County Disabilities Board. Four applications were received by the commission. Wayne Uthe made a motion to reappoint Darrell Critten, Debra Sweatman, and Mike Arnold to 3-year terms beginning Jan. 1, 2020; David Cox seconded, and the motion passed, 3-0. Ronetta Burton, county clerk, advised she had received information from Mid-States Services, LLC that they were inquiring if the county would be interested if fiber optic internet services were available in Gallatin. When more information is available the county will consider the new services. The meeting adjourned at 4:30 p.m. This information is taken from the minutes of the Dec. 18, 2019, meeting of the Daviess County Commission. All commissioners were present.

Summit, pled guilty to possession of controlled substance, D felony, and was sentenced to three years in the Department of Corrections. On misdemeanors of possession of controlled substance, careless and imprudent driving, and DWI, she was sentenced to 60 days jail on each count with credit for time served, sentences to run concurrently, and consecutively to any other sentences being served. A judgment of $8,521.76 was entered for restitution. Cases bound over from the Associate Division: State vs. Devin L.A. Hall, Riverside, DWI aggravated, D felony, and misdemeanors of failure to comply with ignition interlock device requirements, failure to drive within single lane, no valid license, failure to maintain financial responsibility, and a seat belt infraction. Associate Division Jordan A. Chaney, Lansing, KS, was charged Dec. 19 with two felony counts of passing bad checks. A change of venue case from DeKalb County was dismissed on Dec. 18. The case, Melody Paxton of Stewartsville vs. City of Clarksdale, MO, was transferred to Daviess County in February. The case had been scheduled for a jury trial in January. ss County

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Assessor’s Office Representatives from the assessor’s office will be in the field picking up new construction and THISJamesport, INCIDENT SUMMARY DOES NOT reviewing in JackINCLUDE ROUTINE PATROL ACTIVITIES son, Washington and Lincoln Townships, through Jan. 3. Superintendent Daniel Street Warranty Deeds Tract in Jefferson Township reported on facility updates at from Donald L. Golden to Double R North Daviess, including gravel Investment Properties LLC; tract delivered for the parking lot over in Jackson Township from James Thanksgiving break. and Joann Ranes to Larkin Farms During the board meeting Inc.; Lake Viking lot #2549 from held Dec. 16, the R-3 Board apRichard Barry Schmidt as personal proved to offer a contract to representative of the Estate of Mona Catherine Granell for Title 1, beLee Schmidt, to Richard and Linda Schmidt, trustees of the Richard ginning after the first of the year. A $5 million umbrella policy Barry Schmidt and Linda Marie was approved, as was the audit, Schmidt Revocable Trust. done by Clevenger and AssociQuit Claim Deeds Lots and tract in Jamesport ates. Township from Martha Virginia Principal Kelly Hightree reReed to Patricia Sue Crook; tract in ported attendance was at 92.67% Union Township from Bobbie Lue for elementary, 95.79% for high Cabra and Bernie Jr. and Alexandra school, overall 94.23%, with a toCabra to Bernie Jr. and Alexandra tal of 64 students enrolled. Cabra. A review of past events was Trustee’s Deed Partial blocks in Gallatin from presented as follows: The seBrenda Sue Oxley and Jennifer Lea nior carnival and the Christmas store were held. FFA fruit sales Downey, successor co-trustees of the Searcy Living Trust, to Carla had an incentive trip. ElementaLynn Wilson; tracts in Union Town- ry students went to the Daviess ship from Brenda Sue Oxley and County Library. KC Wolf made Jennifer Lea Downey as successor an appearance for an assembly.

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On Dec. 17, probation was revoked for Jack W. Parker, Clarksdale, and his Incident previously imposed Report sentence of seven years in the Department of Corrections was executed. He was charged with DWI aggravated, D felony. The www.daviesscountysheriff.com case was heard by Judge Daren THIS INCIDENT SUMMARY DOES NOT Adkins. INCLUDE ROUTINE PATROL ACTIVITIES On Dec. 19 a separate case 12/17/19 against Parker was heard by 9 am – Court in session. Judge Ryan Horsman. Parker 11:25 am – Jameson assisting was sentenced to two years in medical. the Department of Corrections 12/18/19 for no valid license, E felony, to 1:06 pm – Jamesport investiga- run consecutively to any other tion. sentences. 3:15 pm – Domestic investigaThe following cases were tion on State Highway CC. heard by Judge Ryan Horsman 12/19/19 on Dec. 17 and Dec. 19: 9 am – Court in session. Melanie Lynn Myers, Kansas co-trustees of the Searcy Living 1:24 pm – Jameson domestic in- City, pled guilty to possession of Trust, to Carla Lynn Wilson; tract vestigation. controlled substance, D felony, in Jefferson Township from WesBUY ONE, GET ONE 2:07 pm – Altamont investiga- and drug paraphernalia, A mis- ley and Virginia Harms as trustees tion. demeanor. A sentence assess- of the Wesley and Virginia Harms Trust to Lynn and Sheryl Harms. 7:29 pm – Jamesport domestic ment report was ordered. Trustee’s Deed under Active Trust investigation. Ashley Ross, Jamesport, Tract in Grand River Township 12/20/19 pled guilty to possession of from Jeffrey Waters and Jerry Mc7:47 pm - Winston, assisting a controlled substance, D felony, Crary, co-trustees of the Clarence O. stranded motorist. and two misdemeanor counts of Clark Revocable Trust, and Jeffrey 9:43 pm - Jameson, death inves- drug paraphernalia. A sentence Waters and Jerry McCrary, co-trustees of banner the Betty from Clark Revocable tigation. assessment was ordered. Match $$ itemreport message with online Carquest 12/21/19 Virginia Wainwright, Lee’s Trust, to Clark Agri-Business Inc. 12:53 am - Winston, motor vehicle accident with injuries. 12/22/19 Offer good 2:24 am - Pattonsburg, reference thru Dec.31 disturbance. AUTOMOTIVE, INC. 8:20 am - Gallatin, death investigation. 9:47 am - Altamont, subject walkParts & Accessories ing down the highway. 12-oz. •We turn brake drums, 3:44 pm - Pattonsburg, reference rotors & flywheels disturbance. 11:25 pm - Jamesport, well-being •We make Hydraulic Hoses Complete Fuel System Cleaner check. Johnnie & Sally Black, owners 12/23/19 S. Side Gallatin Square • Ph: 660.663.2152 12:03 am - Gallatin, reference OVERNIGHT DELIVERY ON MOST PARTS NOT IN STOCK disturbance.

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Anna M. Beals 1926-2019 Funeral services for Anna Beals were held Dec. 23 at Roberson Funeral Home, Bethany. Burial followed in Miriam Cemetery, Bethany. Memorials may be made to Miriam Cemetery in care of: Roberson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 46, Bethany, MO 64424. Anna Mae Beals, 93, Gilman City, died Dec. 19, 2019, at Crestview Nursing Home, Bethany. Survivors include her daughters, Linda Sharp of Jefferson City, and Patricia (Dan) Westphal, Bridgewater, IA; sisters, Betty Davidson and Lois Krugh; four grandchildren; and four greatgrandchildren. Marjorie J. Brinton 1928-2019 A memorial service for Marjorie Brinton will be held at a later date. Funeral services are under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Marjorie J. Brinton, 91, St. Joseph, died Dec. 17, 2019, at Mosaic Hospital in St. Joseph. She was born Aug. 7, 1928, in Kidder. Marjorie was preceded in death by her husband of 71 years, William B. Brinton. Survivors include four daughters; one son; numerous grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and cousins. Charles K. Burrell 1931-2019 Funeral services for Charles Burrell were held at 3 p.m. Dec. 23, at Roberson Funeral Home, Bethany. A private burial will follow in the Masonic Cemetery, Gilman City. Memorials may be made to the Masonic Cemetery in care of Roberson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 46, Bethany, MO 64424. Charles Keith Burrell, 88, Kingston, died Dec. 20, 2019, at a Kearney care center. He was born Feb. 21, 1931, in Gilman City, the son of Charles Hobart and Opal Bell (Osborn) Burrell. On Sept. 17, 1950, he married Dolleta Lea Kampman in Bethany. She preceded him in death on Aug. 15, 2019. He was also preceded in death by his parents. He was a member of the Gilman City Lions Club, Gilman City School Board and the Kingston

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Public Notices Community Betterment. Survivors include his son, Mike (Kelly) Burrell, Kansas City; daughter, Diana (Steve) Tingler, Smithville; grandchildren Jayce and Jared Tingler, Kayli Burrell, Kamille Vaden and Nic Burrell; sister, Ileana Harding, Ankeny, Iowa; five grandchildren; nine greatgrandchildren and one on the way. Dennis O. Clawson 1937-2019 Funeral services for Dennis O. Clawson will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 26, 2019, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Gallatin. Visitation is one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial is in the Grand River Cemetery, Jameson. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Stith Funeral Home, Gallatin. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Mission or Humanitarian Fund in care of the funeral home. Dennis O. Clawson, Sr., 82, Jameson, died Dec. 17, 2019, at Harrison County Community Hospital, Bethany. Dennis was born Aug. 19, 1937, in Utah. He was a graduate of Pacific High School, San Bernardino, CA. On May 23, 1987, he was united in marriage to Cheryl Kinghorn in St. George, UT. Dennis was a highway construction quality assurance inspector for the State of California and Herzog. Prior to moving to Daviess County, he lived in California, Utah, Colorado, and Texas. Dennis was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Gallatin. He served a mission in Mexico for two and a half years and served in the Kansas City and Jordan River Utah Temples. Dennis was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Teresa Alfaro; and six siblings. Survivors include his wife Cheryl of the home; four sons; five daughters; two sisters; one brother; and 15 grandchildren. Robert Eads d. Dec. 18, 2019 Robert Eads, 83, Independence, passed away Dec. 18, 2019, at his home in Independence. Graveside services and burial will be at a later date, at Prairie Valley Cemetery, Gallatin. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Stith Funeral Home, Gallatin. A full obituary will appear in next week’s North Missourian. Harriet Leopard d. Dec. 23, 2019 Harriet Leopard, 90, Gallatin, passed away Dec. 23, 2019, at Daviess County Nursing and Rehab in Gallatin. Arrangements

are pending at this time under the care and direction of Stith Funeral Home, Gallatin. Burial: Hillcrest Cemetery, Gallatin. A full obituary will appear in next week’s edition. Phillip A. ‘Phil’ Tate d. Dec. 22, 2019 Phillip A. “Phil” Tate, 73, Gallatin, passed away Sunday morning, Dec. 22, 2019, at his home. Arrangements are pending at this time under the care and direction of Stith Funeral Home, Gallatin. Online guestbook at www.stithfamilyfunerals.com Full obituary and arrangements will be posted as soon as they are available and will be included in next week’s edition. Ed Tatum d. Dec. 21, 2019 Ed Tatum, 73, Platte City, passed away Dec. 21, 2019, at New Mark Care Center, Kansas City. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to First Baptist Church, Platte City, in care of the funeral home. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m., Friday, Dec. 27, 2019, at Hillcrest Cemetery, Gallatin. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Stith Funeral Home, Gallatin. Service details will be in the next edition of the North Missourian.

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In Re: Genevieve M. Den Hartog, Myrick W. Den Hartog and Dena N. Johnson, trustees under trust dated August 10, 1987 TRUSTEE’S SALE – Under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Genevieve M. Den Hartog, Myrick W. Den Hartog and Dena N. Johnson, trustees under trust dated August 10, 1987 dated 09/15/2006, and recorded on 09/20/2006 Book 228 Page 29 in the office of the Recorder of Deeds for Daviess County, MISSOURI, the undersigned Successor Trustee, will on 01/09/2020 at 1:30 PM at the South Front Door of the Daviess County Courthouse, 102 N Main St. Gallatin MO 64640, sell at public venue to the highest bidder for cash subject to the terms announced at the sale, the realty described in said deed of trust, to wit: ALL OF LOT TWO (2), IN BLOCK SEVEN (7) OF THE ORIGINAL TOWN OF JAMESPORT, MISSOURI, EXCEPT THE WEST TEN (10) FEET THEREOF. ALSO DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: ALL, EXCEPT 10 FEET OF THE WEST SIDE, OF LOT 2, BLOCK 7, OF THE ORIGINAL TOWN OF JAMESPORT, STATE OF MISSOURI. Substitute Trustee Corporation SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE www.substitutetrusteecorp.com Published in the North Missourian File #: DENHANOR First publication date 12/18/2019

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DAVIESS COUNTY, MISSOURI AT GALLATIN Case No. l 9DV-DR00029 In regards to the dissolution herein filed on behalf of the Petitioner, Mykah Scott. NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION. THE STATE OF MISSOURI TO Giovanni Scott, Respondent. YOU ARE HEREBY notified that an action has been commenced against you in the Circuit Court of Daviess County, Missouri, at Gallatin, the object and general nature of which is a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage. The names of the parties to said action are Mykah Scott and Giovanni Scott. The name and address of the Attorney for Petitioner is: Michele C. Puckett 616 Lana Drive P.O. Box 607 Cameron, Missouri 64429 You are further notified that, unless you file and answer or other pleadings or shall otherwise appear and defend against the aforesaid Petitioner within 45 days after the day of 24th day of December, 2019, Judgment by Default will be rendered against you. December 17, 2019

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KC Wolf paid a visit to North Daviess R-3 on Dec. 11. KC talked to the students about A. Attitude B. Behavior and C. Character. He told stories, showed a video, and answered questions. At the end of his program he asked for a volunteer to dress up as KC Wolf. Kristopher Stretch was chosen (top right photo) and enjoyed the challenge of putting on the costume. Everyone, young and old, enjoyed the program and of course the question was asked ... do you know Patrick Mahomes? Go Chiefs!! Shown in the top left photo, Paden Gibson also got into the act. In the bottom photo is Dan Meers, the man in the KC Wolf costume, who spoke to the students. [Submitted photo]

Missouri earns Braggin’ Rights with win over Illinois By Benjamin Herrold It’s another year of Braggin’ Rights for the Missouri Tigers. Missouri churned out a 63-56 win over Illinois in a defense-dominated Braggin’ Rights game, the two schools’ annual December matchup in St. Louis. The victory made it back-toback wins for Missouri in holiday series, and it was the best win of the season so far for the Tigers. Missouri (7-4) led 26-23 at the half, and then continued playing generally ruthless defense in a commanding second half on the way to the 63-56 win. Illinois (8-4) brought a very effective offense into the game, but the Tigers held the Illini to a tough shooting day. Dru Smith led the Tigers with 19 points on just 10 shots, with a steady 9-for-10 performance from the free throw line. Missouri also had a huge game from its bench, with sensational sophomore guard Xavier Pinson scoring 14 and Javon Pickett posting 17 points and 6 rebounds. This was the ideal for coach Cuonzo Martin and this Tiger team; this is the roadmap for how they can have a successful season. They had balanced scoring and rebounding and played the tight-fisted defense their coach loves and needs. It would be sweet if they did, but Missouri probably won’t just bury teams in an avalanche of scoring this year. They need to defend, and then avoid too many long dry spells on offense. It isn’t the most gorgeous basketball, but it could work. The Tigers are giving reasons for optimism as Southeastern Conference play gets closer. After some early struggles, Missouri now has a modest three-

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game winning streak, which includes nice wins at Temple and against Illinois, with a fairly easy home win over Southern Illinois in the middle. The streak should reach four wins in a row heading into SEC play, as Missouri wraps up nonconference play by hosting Chicago State on Dec. 30 (7 p.m. on SEC Network Plus). Tiger fans can hope Martin has the team hitting its stride. The Tigers will need to be playing well as SEC games begin, because the Tigers start conference play by facing maybe three of the four best teams in the conference (Kentucky, Tennessee and Florida), followed by back-to-back road games at Mississippi State and Alabama. The SEC men’s basketball teams had fairly underwhelming results in nonconference play, but there are enough good coaches and players in the SEC that the 18-game conference schedule will be difficult, along with a tough nonconference road game at West Virginia mixed in as part of the Big 12SEC Challenge. The win over Illinois was big for the Tigers to keep the idea of an NCAA Tournament appearance in play. It was a muchneeded quality nonconference win. Now Tiger fans can hope the Illini navigate the rugged 20-game Big Ten schedule in decent shape so Saturday’s win continues to look good. After a Christmas week with no games, Missouri should be able to cruise by Chicago State and get ready for the SEC opener at Kentucky.

Olive Baptist Brother David Leeper’s Sunday morning message was “The Birth of the Prince of Peace” from Isaiah 9. Specials were performed by Tracy Miller, an audio version of “O Holy Night” by the Hillside Church Choir, and the annual children’s Christmas program. The afternoon Bible study of Gospel Project series was postponed to next Sunday. The Sunday afternoon service is at 2:30 p.m. Early service is the first Sunday of each month at 9 a.m. before Sunday school. Wednesday evening service is cancelled until spring. Business meeting is held after morning worship on the first Sunday of each month. Please remember Lottie Moon Christmas offerings will be accepted through the month of December. Gallatin United Methodist The worship service message was “Jesus Changed Everything” by Pastor Brad Dush, from Galatians 4:1-7. The special “Mary, Did you Know?” was by Sarabeth Michael. The lighting of the Advent candles was by Terry Pierce, Andrew and Cassie Pierce. The remainder of the activities planned following worship on Sunday were canceled due to the death of our faithful member, Phil Tate.

Dec. 24 at 2 p.m. is Bible study and Christmas carols at the Daviess County Care Center. Dec. 24 at 7:30 everyone is invited for our Christmas Eve service. Prayer concerns: Rachel Bradford, Boyd Harrison, and the family of Phil Tate. Friends in Christ Shonna Morrison welcomed the congregation, and Peggy Earnst led the opening prayer. John and Nancy Thompson led the Advent reading and lighting of the Advent candles. Praise songs were “O Come Let Us Adore Him” and “Silent Night.” The sermon series was “Christmas: It’s All Good” by Andy Stanley of North Point Church in Atlanta, GA. The message was “Be the News,” based on Philippians 2:1-15 and Luke 2:10-11. Shonna Morrison closed in prayer. Small group time followed the message. Movie night is planned at the Morrison’s home next Sunday at 5:30 p.m. Gallatin First Christian John and Lacey Corwin and family gave the Advent reading on the fourth Sunday of Advent. Emily Miller gave the children’s message. Pastor Kyle Taft’s message from Luke 1:2-20 was “Fear Not: The Shepherds’ Story.” New prayer requests are for the families of Gene Prindle,

Charles Burrell, and Phil Tate, and for Danny Critten. The youth in grades 5-12 will go ice skating in St. Joseph on Friday, Dec. 27, meeting at the church at 5 p.m. and returning around 9:30. Middle school and high school youth groups will have a regular meeting on Jan. 5 beginning at 5 p.m. The regular meeting of the general board is at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 8. Gallatin First Baptist On Sunday, Dec. 29, Pastor Steve Moseley will present a message “The State of the Church” from various passages in the Bible. On Jan. 2, the Keenagers will meet for a soup and sandwich luncheon. First Baptist Church of Gallatin is excited to welcome Pastor Daniel Pelichowski, his wife, Stacey, and their five children. Bro. Daniel will begin his tenure at First Baptist Church in Gallatin on Jan. 5, 2020. You are invited to join us in welcoming him and his family to the community. Effective January, 2020 church office hours will be 8 a.m. to 12 noon. Please note there will be no Men’s Bible Study during December. REACH Youth Group, Pioneer Club and choir will resume regular meetings on Wednesday, Jan. 8.

Winston School Continued from page 7 Burger; fifth grade, Rosie Cameron; sixth grade, Micah Beaty. Christmas classroom celebrations are being planned and staff is working on a district wide activity to promote collaboration and boost morale amongst teachers. Kickoff will be Monday with a small activity to take place each day and final games on Thursday. Special treats are planned for the teachers with a hot cocoa bar on Monday in both workrooms. Future dates of importance: Dec. 21-Jan. 5 - No School; Jan. 3 - Professional Development; Jan. 6 - Classes resume.

Asher Vaughn and Emma Heldenbrand, sophomore candidates.

Marshall Farrell and Hannah Hullinger, junior candidates.

Thomas Kile and Teaghan Caldwell, basketball candidates.

Bo Eaton and Holly Caldwell, senior candidates.

Jacob Muessig and Calyssa Johnson, freshman candidates.

Homecoming week was celebrated at Winston R-6 with dress up days every day and a volleyball tournament and pep assembly. Homecoming Royalty candidates are pictured here are Jacob Muessig and Calyssa Johnson, freshmen; Asher Vaughn and Emma Heldenbrand, sophomores; Marshall Farrell and Hannah Hullinger, juniors; Bo Eaton and Holly Caldwell, seniors; and Thomas Kile and Teaghan Caldwell, basketball candidates.

North Missourian, December 24, 2019

Looking to rent p asture ground. Can build fence if necessary. Call Michael w/ Beery fencing at 660-973-3161

Business Opportunities ROOFING CONTRACTORS: Metal Roof Restoration and Flat Roof Products Manufacturer Looking for Qualified Individuals willing to receive training and install roofing systems. 40 Years of Top Quality Products and Developing Successful Business Owners. Investment Required. Training Provided. 816-425-1155

For Rent GALLATIN ESTATES APARTMENTS FOR RENT: 1 or 2 bdrm available. HUD vouchers accepted. Rental assistance available to those who qualify. Equal housing opportunity. Call 660-663-3114. CASE Skid Loader, 85hp, by the day, week or month. Contact Gallatin Truck & Tractor, Inc. 660-663-2103 or 2104. STORAGE UNITS: Outside lighting, surveillance cameras, insulated to prevent large temperature variances, different sizes available. Located Hwy. O east of Gallatin. Critten Country Storage, 660-605-3350. Hale: 2 bedroom house, appliances furnished. No pets. 1st Month & Deposit required. Available Now! CALL 660-6452316

For Sale BOATS FOR SALE: New & used boats & pontoons, several to choose from, just watch our website, www.lakevikingmarine.com or call 660-663-3722, Lake Viking Marine. OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE by Central Boiler Inc. FREE HEAT & hot water. Eliminate monthly heating bills. Call 660707-3866 today. (No Sunday calls, please).

BASE ROCK, BLACK DIRT AND fill dirt. CRP clean-up, brush removal, & have a bucket truck for trimming trees (insured). Huston Trucking & Construction, 660-663-3234 or 660-334-0997.

TRAGER LIMESTONE All Sizes Crushed Limestone and Ag Lime • Trucks Available

Gallatin Quarry 660-663-3101 Nettleton Quarry 660-644-5821 Office 660-646-5831 END ROLLS available $5 each! Use end rolls of newsprint to wrap items for moving or shipping, or to make some fun art projects. We support recycling. Join us by using this eco-friendly option. Available 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri. at Gallatin Publishing Co., 609B S. Main, Gallatin. Large Mississippi Pecans $3.25 lb. cracked; 816-3926552 New Patriot rifles; 6.5 Creedmores, 243 Winchesters $279; Carbine 10 mm, $369; 1897 Winchester 12 gauge, $200; Remington 1100, 20 gauge $400; Shockwave 20 gauge $329; Browning Sweet 16, $450; Several guns to choose from at $99 each. Guns & gold wanted, any condition, cash buyer; R& R Pawn Shop, Cameron, Mo. 816-632-1787

Help Wanted Mid-States Services, LLC is accepting applications for a Fiber Internet Installer/ Technician. This position requires proficiency and knowledge of Internet and computer functions and the ability to work at various physical heights. Experience in fiber splicing preferred. Interested applicants may obtain an application at www.mid-states.net, or 2626 Oklahoma Avenue. Submit a completed application and resume by January 10, 2020 to: Mid-States Services, LLC,

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Attention: Troy Slagle, 4100 Oklahoma Avenue, Trenton, MO 64683 EOE/M/F/H/V

Notices Sutton Dentistry will be closed parts of Dec-March due to the birth of Dr. Sutton’s child. Please contact the office for more details (660)646-3900 HE WHO HAS a thing to sell and goes and whispers in a well, is not so apt to get the dollars as he who climbs a tree and hollers. Call The AdZone, at Chillicothe 660-707-1820 or Gallatin 660-663-2154.

Services YOUR DIRT IS our bread and butter. Carpet and upholstery cleaning. David Baldwin, 816632-2627 or toll-free 1-888854-2949. SEAMLESS GUTTERING, A-1 Leaf Guard, CHI Overhead Door, LiftMaster-Chamberlain Operator Sales, Installation & Service. Call for free estimate. Serving you since 2006! Miller Construction, Jamesport, MO 660-684-6950. THE HAMILTON BANK checking/savings accounts, loans, IRA’s and C.O.D.’s. Visit www. hamiltonbank.net or call 816583-2143. Branch at Lathrop, MO. Member FDIC & Equal Housing Member.

R. Huston Trucking & Construction. All kinds of dirt work, clean out ponds, demolition clearing, pulling trees, site prep, dig basements and tree removal. J.D. Tractor with Hyd ditch mower, brush cutter, track hoe, track loader, back hoe, dozer, scaper, mini hoe, skid loader, dump trucks. Insured! Call Rick 660334-0997 or Ron 660-663-3234, cell 816-390-5161

Removal and Stump Grinding Licensed and Insured - Jeremy Cobb

Foster Refrigeration & Electric, Heating & Air Conditioning, 915 S. Washington, Chillicothe, MO 64601. Ph. 660-707-0797. www. fostershvac.com

Wanting to buy standing timber: Cottonwood, maple, oak, walnut. Call 660-646-5082 after 6:00 p.m. Farm ground wanted. Competitive rates. Aaron Landes 660358-2682 Wanting to buy standing timber. All types of trees considered. Leave message 660-605-1699 VM

Grand River Heating and Cooling LLC, Jay Hart - 660.663.3409. Residential & Commercial. We offer new construction installs, replacements, service calls, whole house ductwork and tune ups. grandriverheatingandcooling@gmail.com Adkison Electric - 660.663.7139 - Residential, Industrial, Commercial. Matt Adkison - mattadkison2@gmail.com Tree Tech Tree Service 816.215.3975 - Insect & Disease Control, Tree Trimming, Tree

Dusty’s Heating, Cooling & Electric. Dusty Huffman. Give us a call and ask about our Preventive Maintenance Program & Duct Cleaning service. 660-973-5584, Serving Northern Missouri

Wanted

Garage Sales ADVENTIST CHURCH THRIFT Shop, 1210 S . Willow St., Gallatin, Mo. Open: Every Wednesday from 8am-4pm. Open during the noon hour. Free clothing at 1210 S. Willow entrance. 660-663-2478

December 24, 2019