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Ten students from Trenton Middle School competed in the National STAR Event Competition at the 2023 FCCLA National Leadership Conference in Denver, CO, July 2-6, 2023. More that 7,900 students, educators and guests gathered from across the nation to expand their leadership skills, sharpen their talents, explore career pathways, and listen to inspiring speakers. Those attending from TMS were, from left, Lyandra Taylor, Sarai Birkhead, Claire Woodard, Morgan Smith, Johanna Goodin, Jayden Gannon, Ashlyn Pagel, Caleb Ray, Ethan Shell and Caleb Shell. Joy Bridges is the TMS FCCLA Sponsor.
TMS Students Compete in FCCLA National STAR Events July 2-6 The 2023 FCCLA National Leadership Conference (NLC) took place in Denver, CO from July 2-6, drawing more than 7,900 students, educators, and guests from across the nation. This gathering provided a valuable platform for attendees to expand their leadership skills, sharpen their talents, explore career pathways, and listen to inspiring speakers. At the heart of the conference were the highly anticipated Students Taking Action with Recognition (STAR) Events. Over 4,300 FCCLA members competed in these events, where they were recognized for their proficiency and achievement in chapter and individual projects,
leadership skills, and career preparation. The collaboration between youth and adults in managing the events and evaluating participants allowed students to develop real-world skills and gain valuable insights. STAR Events play a pivotal role in supporting student development by enhancing their classroom experience and guiding them towards successful career pathways. With more than 30 events to choose from, participants have the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge, skills, and abilities by actively addressing important issues concerning families, careers, or communities. By researching the topic and imple-
menting projects to advocate for positive change, students acquire valuable skills and industry insights needed to thrive in the 21st century. Ten Trenton Middle School students, Lyandra Taylor, Sarai Birkhead, Jayden Gannon, Claire Woodard, Johanna Goodin, Morgan Smith, Ashlyn Pagel, Caleb Ray, Ethan Shell and Caleb Shell proudly represented TMS at the FCCLA National Leadership Conference. The five groups competed in the following STAR Events and achieved the remarkable recognition of their outstanding performances: Caleb Ray - Chapter in Review Display, Silver and Top 10 in the na-
tion; Caleb Shell and Ethan Shell - Chapter Service Project Display, Silver; Ashlyn Pagel - Food Innovations, Gold and Top 10 in the nation; Sarai Birkhead, Jayden Gannon and Lyandra Taylor - Promote and Publicize FCCLA, Silver; and Johanna Goodin, Morgan Smith and Claire Woodard - Repurpose and Redesign, Gold and 2nd Place in the Nation. The students' projects exemplify their dedication, creativity, and commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of others. Their accomplishment at the national level is a testament to their hard work, teamwork, and unwavering passion. Joy Bridges is the TMS FCCLA sponsor.
New Staff Members Join Life Options Green Hills Life Options Green Hills announces the addition of Angie Gutshall as marketing coordinator and Avery McCauslin as nurse manager to their staff. Angie is a Chillicothe High School graduate. She recieved her bachelor of science degree in business administration, accounting from Central Missouri State University. Angie says she enjoys her job because she believes relationships with people matter more that anything. Coffee with a friend, hang time with her family and serving others
are her jam. She feels her redemption story compels her to use her gifts to be a part of others’ redemption story. Angie and her husband, Bill live in Chillicothe. They have a grown son and daughter. Avery is a graduate of Trenton High School. She received an associate of arts degree from North Central Missouri College and a bachelor of sciencenursing from Missouri Western State College. Avery says she enjoys her job because she loves being able to make a posi-
Angie Gutshall Marketing Coordinator
Avery McCauslin Nurse Manager
tive impact by using her gifts and talents. She has dreamt of mission work and feels privileged to be able to serve in this special
capacity. Avery and her husband, Derek have three daughters and make their home in Trenton.
The Grundy County Sheriff’s Office was summoned to the 4200 Bridge at the Thompson River in southwest rural Grundy County on Monday evening, July 10 at 11 p.m. for a report of a 17-year-old male that had gone under the water and had not resurfaced. The body of the 17-year-old was recovered at 1:41 a.m. by members of the Grundy County Rural Fire Protection District in approximately 10 feet of water. The Grundy County Sheriff’s Office does not release the names of minors due to their juvenile status. A local funeral home later identified the victim as Hunter Bryer Justus of Jamesport. A family visitation will be held this evening, July 13, from 5-7 p.m. at Slater-Neal Funeral Home in Trenton. Hunter would have been a junior this fall at Tri-County High School at Jamesport.
Governor Parson Announces Judicial Appointment
On Friday, July 7, Governor Mike Parson announced the judicial appointment of the Honorable Steven Hudson of Trenton as Circuit Judge for the 3rd Judicial Circuit. Judge Hudson currently serves as an associate circuit judge in Grundy County. He holds a Bachelor of Science in business administration from William Jewell College and a Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. He will succeed the late Honorable Thomas R. Alley.
Summer Reading Program Finale
The Grundy County-Jewett Norris Library will be holding their summer reading program finale on Friday, July 21. The Mad Science portion of the day will be from 5-6 p.m. Powerhouse Food will have their food truck there for lunch and the afternoon program.
Wolf Creek Bridge Open
The Grundy County Route W bridge over Wolf Creek is open following a bridge replacement project. Phillips Hardy, Inc., working with the Missouri Department of Transportation, began the replacement project of the Wolf Creek Bridge, located between Route WW and Route 6, in early February. Crews were able to reopen this section of Route W to all traffic on Friday afternoon, June 30.
Galt Community Fair The Galt Community Fair was held Friday and Saturday, July 7 and 8 in downtown Galt. Crowds enjoyed musical entertainment from Jason Orr and the Shop Band on Friday evening and Riker on Saturday evening. Saturday afternoon was filled with street games and a cornhole tournament. There was watermelon for everyone and a candy and penny hunt was enjoyed by all. Crowned prince and princess of the fair were Raylan Spicer and Kinnison Prater. Winners of the cornhole tournament were Team Gott, first; Team T & J, second; and Team 12, third. Winners of the street games included: Foot Race - 5 and under - Raylan Spicer, first; Jaz-
lyne Grindstaff, second; and Evelyn Triplett, third. Foot Race - Boys 6-10 Keaton Parsons, first; Jamison Christy, second; and Aiden Fowler, third. Foot Race - Girls 6-10 Brier Gannon, first; AJ Gamet, second; and Kalilia Lake, third. Foot Race - 11-14 - Alec Fowler, first; Hope Smiley, second; and Ethan Smiley, third. Backward Forward Race - 5 and under - Raylan Spicer, first; Jazlyne Grindstaff, second; and Evelyn Triplett, third. Backward Forward Race - Boys 6-10 - Blake [See Fair, Page 2]