MISSOURI’S BEST SMALL-TOWN WEEKLY NEWSPAPER 75¢ Five-time Gold Cup winner, Missouri Press Association, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019 TEEN CHARGED FOR ATTEMPTED ROBBERY WITH GUN — PAGE 2 A NEW LOOK FOR AREA SPORTS >>> State association issues guidelines for sports season. — PAGE 3 CASSVILLE emocrat DJULY 22, 2020 | CASSVILLE-DEMOCRAT.COM CITY PROJECTS Who: City of Cassville What: 7th Street bridge, street resurfacing and 2020 budget Barry County cases up More: $140,000 in budget not awarded in 2020 50 percent in last week Cassville Health Department and Barry A total of 3,565 Barry County 64 in isolation as BARRY COUNTY County Office of Emergency residents have been tested, count hops from What: Had 151 cases of COVID- Management, there have been equating to 10 percent of the 19 as of July 15 148 confirmed positive cases county’s population. The 151 city 101 to 151; 221 close Count: 64 active cases in isolation, of COVID-19, one presumptive positives account for 0.4 per- contacts quarantined one of whom is hospitalized, and and two antibody positives. As cent of the county’s population. 87 recovered; more than 221 close of Wednesday, a total of 64 peo- According to Johns Hopkins BY KYLE TROUTMAN contacts quarantined ple were considered active cases University tracking, statewide, Ages: Younger people account for projects [email protected] in isolation, one of whom is hos- Missouri has had 28,826 con- majority of cases The number of COVID-19 pitalized, and 221 close contacts firmed cases and 1,093 deaths, (coronavirus) cases in Barry are quarantined in their homes. a death rate of 3.8 percent. County rose 50 percent in the July 9 to 151 today. A total of 87 people have Nationally, there have been continue CONTINUED ON PAGE 9 past week, jumping from 101 on According the Barry County recovered from the virus. Budget being evaluated due to Free rides entertain youth at Purdy Festival COVID-19 BY JORDAN PRIVETT [email protected] In the full swing of summer, cities generally begin to see an uptick in project completion, but with COVID-19 (coronavirus) complications, some of those projects are being re-evaluated. According to David Brock, Cassville public works director, one of the items on the 2020 proj- ect budget was asphalt resurfac- ing of a couple of locations, which has been completed. “Nottingham and Tudor, as well as the city park entrance,” he said. “We have had a lot of complements on Nottingham and Tudor. “We still have some seal coat- ing to do, and we are expecting to be able to do that in August. That is the best weather for it.” As a safety net while dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, the city did not award approx- imately $140,000 in projects that were previously budgeted. “We made bidders aware of that,” he said. “Currently, the rev- Areli Garcia, right, and Jomelin Alvarez, both of Purdy, spun themselves on the teacup ride at the 9th annual Purdy Festival enues do not look horrendous yet, Saturday. Kyle Troutman/[email protected] [and with more discussion and planning] maybe we can com- plete more asphalt projects, but at this time we are still unsure.” If a city has to cut their bud- Walmart, Sam’s Club requiring face coverings gets, Brock said it is best to do it out of the capital projects fund. New masking, single- Smith, Walmart U.S. COO, and Lance de la ers,” the release said. “As the number of “The paving of the city park Rosa, Sam’s Club COO, about 65 percent of confirmed cases has spiked in communities road entrance and the demo done entrance policy now in effect the more than 5,000 stores and clubs are across the country recently, so too have the on the 7th street bridge, which located in areas where there is some form of number and types of face covering mandates was mostly pavement that needed The CEOs of Walmart and Sam’s Club government mandate on face coverings. being implemented. To help bring consisten- to be removed and some bank announced on July 15 that starting July “From the beginning of the COVID-19 cy across stores and clubs, we [now] require structuring, was done with mon- 20, all shoppers at the stores are required pandemic, our focus and priority has been all shoppers to wear a face covering starting ey awarded by the FEMA grant,” to wear face coverings. and continues to be on the health and safety Monday, July 20. This will give us time CONTINUED ON PAGE 2 According to a press release from Dacona of our associates, members and custom- CONTINUED ON PAGE 11 Exeter graduate shares message from tragedy Weston: ‘I knew it CAMERON WESTON Who: 2020 Exeter graduate was the last time I What: Experienced tremendous would talk to her — I tragedy during the COVID-19 wellness break was sobbing’ More: Graduate, valedictorian and has heart-warming message for his peers BY JORDAN PRIVETT [email protected] distancing and other COVID-19 Students across the nation have restrictions, people heard state- seen a school year unlike anything ments that included phrases like, they have ever experienced. “There is no class better prepared They missed months of class and to take on the world”, or “We have had to adapt on the fly to a changing done the near impossible in adapt- curriculum that no one planned for. ing to this pandemic.” This especially hit hard for the However, one local 2020 gradu- 2020 senior classes. A typical senior ate had more to add to his speech. year is full of college prep, seeing Cameron Weston, 2020 Exeter friends and teachers for the last year valedictorian, walked slowly to the of high school, prom and finally after podium to give his speech for grad- the 13 years getting to the end of the uation on June 19. line, they experience a graduation The 18-year-old’s head was held with friends, family and community. high, yet somehow weighed down In many ways, every student this with what the audience would soon At his graduation on June 19, Exeter valedictorian Cameron Weston gave past spring, specifically seniors, recognize as grief. more than a few stories to his classmates in his speech. He gave the has experienced a tragedy and will “This year has been the most cra- gift of a message, a lesson he has learned through his experiences this always be in the hearts of their fel- ziest, hardest, most exciting year for year — appreciate your time and your loved ones. Weston holds this dear us,” he said. “We have lost so many 7 3929200068 8 low Americans. to his heart, along with the memory of his late stepfather and stepsister Vol. 149, No. 27 At many graduations that were things — softball season, baseball who both died with in days of each other this April. Jordan Privett/jprivett@cass- ©2015 Cassville Democrat held in a way that included social CONTINUED ON PAGE 2 ville-democrat.com COVERING BARRY COUNTY, MO., LIKE THE MORNING DEW SINCE 1871. Page 2 • Wednesday, July 22, 2020 Cassville Democrat

Projects: Mid-year budget CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Arkansas teen charged for he said. “They gave us that it is possible that the total money in 2015 to rebuild $140,000 won’t come in.” the bridge, but with the Presently, city adminis- stalling and being unable trators are working on a to come up with a plan mid-year budget to account attempted robbery with gun that worked for everyone, for issues created by dent occurred near the and pulled the trigger, instead of rebuilding they COVID-19. Victim hit in FELONY ARREST intersection of Highways causing the bullet to strike approved for it to be spent “We are looking at pro- Who: Emmanuel Smith, 18, on those other projects.” jections for the year end,” foot with bullet 37 and 112 in Seligman at the victim in the right foot. of Fayetteville, Ark. about 3:36 a.m. on July 3. Following the alterca- There is still desire to Brock said. “Things are What: BY KYLE TROUTMAN Is charged with Smith allegedly met tion, Smith allegedly made rebuild the bridge, but it looking pretty normal, and first-degree assault, armed won’t be done with the activity in the community [email protected] criminal action and unlawful with two men and attempt- multiple threats to both money from FEMA. looks normal.” A Fayetteville, Ark., use of a weapon ed to use a Ruger LCP .380 victims via Facebook and “Although we budgeted The city is still planning teenager is facing mul- Bond: Is set at $100,000, semi-automatic pistol to SnapChat. the $140,000 that won’t on completing the seal coat- tiple felony charges after cash only steal $1,600 intended for Smith is being held be awarded, we haven’t ing projects for work done allegedly shooting a man in trading of a vehicle. in the Barry County jail received all of that yet,” he this year, as well as includ- the foot during an attempt- action and unlawful use of Smith allegedly point- on a cash-only bond of said. “Sales tax is still com- ing areas that were exclud- ed strong-armed robbery a weapon. ed the pistol at one of the $100,000. He has been ing in every month, and ed in 2019 due to weather. in Seligman on July 3. According to a proba- victims and pulled the trig- arraigned, and a bond Emmanuel Smith, 18, ble cause statement filed ger twice, but the weap- appearance hearing is set of Fayetteville, Ark., is by Kyle Kuhn, deputy on malfunctioned. He for Thursday at 8:30 a.m. NEWS BRIEFS charged with first-degree with the Barry County then allegedly pointed the in the courtroom of Judge Veterans Taskforce of America to meet assault, armed criminal Sheriff’s Office, the inci- weapon at the victim again Robert Foulke. The Veterans Taskforce of America, Inc. will meet at the Angus Branch Steakhouse in Monett on Aug. 2 at 4 p.m. All honorably discharged men, women, wartime or peacetime are welcomed. Central Crossing plans special lunch Although the Central Crossing Senior Center is not open due to COVID-19, the lunch program is going strong. In June, the center passed out 2,100 frozen meals by drive-up delivery. On July 2, the center provided hot dogs and brats in celebration of Independence Day. That day was a huge success, so another lunch special is being planned for Aug. 7. The meal will be announced next week. Frozen meals are served Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For information on the center and usual activities, people may call 417-858-6952 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. Barry County Democrats meeting set The Barry County Democrats will meet on Aug. 10 at 7 p.m. The monthly meeting will be at the Golden Community Center in Golden, located at 28686 Hwy. J. Also, the group wants to remind everyone to vote on Aug. 4. For questions, people may contact Maella Blalock at 231-343-2727. Absentee voting ongoing Absentee voting continues for the Aug. 4 Primary Election through Monday, Aug. 3 at the Barry County Clerk’s Office in Cassville from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. If unable to vote absentee in person, voters may request an absen- tee ballot to be mailed. People may pick up an absentee ballot request form at the Monett Chamber of Commerce, or send a written request to the office of: Jill H. LeCompte, Barry County Clerk, 700 Main St. Suite 2, Cassville, MO 65625 or by fax at 417-847-5311. If requesting an absen- tee ballot by mail, the Office will need: Date of election, name of voter, physical address, mailing address, date of birth, last four (4) digits of Social Security number, phone number, reason for voting absentee (absent from voting location on election day or physical disability), party preference and signature. People may also print an absentee application from sos.mo.gov and mail it to the Clerk’s Office. The last day to request an absentee ballot Through all of the losses that Cameron Weston has felt this year, the lesson he has learned and wants to tell others to be mailed is July 22 for the Aug. 4 Primary Election. is to always remember their family. His brother Caleb Hurlbut and his late sister Hannah Hurlbut surrounded him, just For additional information, people may call Barry County months before tragedy struck, at his senior night for basketball. Contributed photo Clerk, Jill H. LeCompte at 417-847-2561 or email jhle- [email protected]. Exeter: Grad tells importance of being appreciative Old Church Gallery Farmers’ Market open weekly CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 The Old Church Gallery Farmers’ Market, located on season, final days with our Weston’s stepfather, Farm Road 1240 in Shell Knob, runs every Thursday favorite teachers, but there Terry Clarkson was in his from 8-11 a.m. Fresh produce, eggs, jellies, relishes, are also a couple things 50s and was an instructor baked goods, cut flowers and handmade crafts are avail- that I would like to talk at Crowder in Neosho. able The Market is asking visitors to please follow the about that I lost during the “It was the day before health guidelines and wear face coverings and practice wellness break.” Hannah’s funeral, and I six-foot physical distancing while shopping. Old Church On April 8, Weston just remember being so Gallery can be reached at 417-858-2510 woke up to a beauti- focused on Hannah, but it ful spring morning and happened again,” Weston 5K to be held at TroutFest knowing his sister Hannah said. “I didn’t hear the The Cassville Area Chamber of Commerce and city wasn’t feeling well, he went ambulance, but my mom of Cassville will host a 5K Trout Trot & Minnow Mile in downstairs to get breakfast came through my bedroom conjunction with TroutFest on Aug. 15. Pre-registration is then to his room to play door with the same look available through July 18 to guarantee runners a T-shirt. video games. of fear on her face that my Pre-registration for the Trout Trot is $15 per runner, and “About an hour later, dad had just days before.” pre-registration price for the Minnow Mile is $10 per my dad burst into my Terry had suffered runner. “We are excited to have TroutFest this year and bedroom with a look of a heart attack and died are excited to begin the day with a 5K and Mile run.” said shock and fear on his before the helicopter had Cassville Area Chamber of Commerce director Rachael face,” he said. “He told taken off. Freeman. “This race is sponsored by Freedom Bank and me Hannah had stopped “Within two weeks, I we are thankful for their support.” Those looking to regis- breathing and they had had two deaths,” Weston ter for the event can do so by visiting www.cassville.com. called an ambulance.” said. “[I had] two funer- Hannah ended up als that were completely Seligman dances back on being life flighted to unrelated and completely The Seligman Chamber of Commerce dances at the Springfield Mercy, while unrelated to COVID-19. As Seligman Chamber Event Center will continue every Weston and his family fol- it turns out, Terry was test- Saturday at 7 p.m. at the Seligman Community Event lowed in their vehicle. ed for COVID-19 after his Center. Potluck is also back, so everyone is asked to bring “I couldn’t go inside,” death, and he was positive. a snack to share. For more information, people may call he said. “My dad, stepmom “I actually got the call 417-662-3612. and stepbrother were able and had to leave just after Just days after Cameron Weston lost his sister Hannah to go in, but due to the Hannah’s funeral to be Hurlbut, he lost his stepfather Terry Clarkson of a heart COVID-19 restrictions, I tested and quarantined. I attack. Cameron Weston, his mom, Annette Weston and CORRECTIONS had to stay outside.” was negative, but my mom his stepfather Terry Clarkson in Denver, Colo., on March The Cassville Democrat corrects factual errors It was determined was positive.” 16. Contributed photo promptly and courteously. If you have a correction that 12-year-old Hannah They were isolated for a or clarification, please email Editor Kyle Troutman at Hurlbut, had been suf- month because Weston’s move on to college or move friends, remember them — [email protected] fering from undiagnosed mother’s tests kept com- out of their parents’ homes. remember your family and Diabetes type 1 for three ing back positive. “I didn’t realize how keep them close to you.” months. “On top of all of this, easy it is to lose someone, “At the end of the day, I was experiencing my and if they do lose some- CASSVILLE CASSVILLE one, I want them to perse- she was alive, but they said senior year of high school DEMOCRAT she most likely wouldn’t in a way that I had never vere in honor of their loved emocrat make it,” Weston said. expected,” he said. “There one,“ he said. “I am perse- July 22, 2020 DCOVERING BARRY COUNTY LIKE THE MORNING DEW “The next day, I got the were times that I hated vering in honor of Terry Volume One Hundred Forty-nine Number 27 Rust Publishing MOARCASS, L.L.C. opportunity to talk to her and didn’t do my home- and Hannah. 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STAY HYDRATED A NEW LOOK FOR AREA SPORTS Why: To beat heat related issue How: Drink fluids How often: Frequently Beating the summer heat Athletes reminded to keep pumping fluids BY JARED LANKFORD [email protected] The Missouri State High School Activities Association issued a reminder to all mem- ber schools and athletes this week to stay hydrated as the summer temperatures begin to reach near 100 degrees. For some individuals, working outside or participating in sum- mer sports camps is unavoidable. In these cases, extreme caution and care should be taken to Cassville athletes, fans and administrators will be under a new set of guidelines outlined by the Missouri State High School ensure that an individual doesn’t Activities Association this week for the 2020-2121 season. Jared Lankford/[email protected] succumb to the extreme elements. Most health professionals state that the average human needs 64 ounces of water daily State association issues to perform at normal levels. For the weekend warrior and student athlete, caution must be used to ensure proper hydration. As a person perspires, the body guidelines for season loses more than just water. An athlete’s body sweats out BY JARED LANKFORD vitamins, sugars, electrolytes • If a participant, coach/director, and salt. Products like Gatorade, [email protected] NEW GUIDELINES or official/adjudicator has a positive Powerade and Vitamin Water he million dollar high school From: MSHSAA finding on their COVID-19 screen, he/ are recommended to help fight sports question on everyone’s For: 2020-2021 season she should be sent home immediately. Why: COVID-19 (coronavirus) dehydration. Tmind has been, will the schools If the participant’s parents are not There are three categories of play sports this fall due to COVID-19 present, escort the participant to a dehydration: heat cramps, heat (coronavirus)? ticipants or coaches/directors having designated isolation room or an area exhaustion and heat stroke. The answer, as of today, is a tenta- to quarantine if anyone tests positive away from others. He/she must wear However a person doesn’t tive “yes.” for COVID-19. (Example: Have simi- a mask or face covering. The partici- have to start at one stage and The Missouri State High School lar-position players/instrumentalists pant/coach/director is to be referred progress to the others. Activities Association (MSHSAA) in different groups; have varsity and to a health care provider or a local Each category of dehydration issued an eight-page guidance this lower level teams in separate groups). COVID screening hotline. has its own warning signs: week for high schools to follow in an • Break into small groups for rest Additionally, the schools will be • Heat cramps: Warning attempt to play sports in a socially breaks and water breaks during prac- responsible for coordinating with city signs include muscle cramping, responsible manner to combat the tice. Do not congregate. and county officials regarding crowd a sick feeling to one’s stomach spread of coronavirus. • When not directly participating in sizes at games. and joint pain. Persons who suf- “The COVID-19 pandemic presents practices, rehearsals or contests, care fers from this condition need to state high school associations with a should be taken to maintain current Social distancing at events stop whatever activity they are myriad of challenges,” the release said. social distancing between each individ- • Schools are encouraged to offer involved in, stretch and massage “The MSHSAA Board of Directors and ual. Consider using tape or paint as a live streaming of games/contests/ the area and drink cold fluids. MSHSAA Sports Medicine Advisory guide for students and coaches/directors. performances to reduce attendance at • Heat exhaustion: Warning Committee (SMAC) offers this doc- events so that current gathering size signs include a body temperature ument as guidance on how our state Screening and social distancing can be met. of up to 102 degrees, pale com- • Schools must appoint an individu- association can consider approaching • Sidelines/benches/performance plexion, chills and loss of appetite. al(s) who will be responsible for ensur- the many components of ‘opening up’ and participant areas: Social distancing It is important to note that these ing screening is implemented and any sports and activities in preparation for guidelines established by local and/or conditions are not life threatening positive screen or test must meet the at this stage but must be dealt the fall seasons, and beyond.” state health departments will need to protocols for return to participation. with immediately to prevent fur- MSHSAA has directed that the be maintained on sidelines/benches/ • Before practices/rehearsals, track ther progression. A person suffer- schools designate a point-person to performance and participant areas body temperatures (100.4 or greater) ing from these symptoms needs to oversee the implementation and be during contests and events. Consider and symptoms of coaches, direc- stop and remove pads or socially the source of official information for using tape or paint as a guide for par- tors, staff, players, participants, etc. ticipants and coaches/directors. acceptable clothing, get to a cool the new policies. Temperature screening may be done • Who should be allowed at events? place and push liquids. If the con- The new procedure are as follows: at home, documented and presented Group people into tiers from essential dition is extreme enough, medical Gatherings upon arrival to the school. If home to non-essential and decide which attention may be needed. Gatherings sizes and/or group temperatures are >=100.4 the partic- tiers will be allowed at an event if local • Heat stroke: A heat stroke is restrictions are determined by local ipant must stay home and not come and or state health department guide- deemed a medical emergency. Its and state health departments. to practice/rehearsals/competition. lines restrict group sizes. Only Tier symptoms include body tempera- tures in excess of 104 degrees, loss • Upon initial return to participa- Temperature screening may be done 1 and 2 personnel will be allowed to of appetite, loss of consciousness. tion, gatherings should be limited to upon arrival to the school, if a tem- attend events until state/local health MSHSAA does have some no more than the current local rec- perature is 100.4 or greater (recom- departments lift restrictions on mass practical advice to beat the heat: ommended gathering size, indoors or mend using a no touch thermometer) gatherings. • Keep a cool wet cloth, ice outdoors. Increasing or decreasing the individual should be moved to an • Tier 1 (Essential): Participants, pack or cool pack near to help tolerances for group sizes shall be indoor environment for five minutes Coaches/Directors, Officials/ cool down. determined by local and state health prior to having the temperature retak- Adjudicators, Event Staff, Medical • Start exercise routines or department. en. If temperatures remain at 100.4 or Staff, Security activities earlier in the day. • When initiating practices/rehears- greater it indicates a positive screen. • Tier 2 (Preferred): Media • Get plenty of rest, allowing als, it may be reasonable to consider • Every coach/director and partic- • Tier 3 (Non-essential): Spectators, the body a chance to recover having groups that practice/rehearse ipant is required to wear a mask or vendors from the heat. together in smaller numbers to avoid face covering until screening is com- The complete list of guidelines is • Drink lots of fluids. Staying the potential of large numbers of par- pleted, showing no signs or symptoms. posted at www.cassville-democrat.com. hydrated is key. Lions remain in den a bit longer Classes form for hunting season options: a blended format and an MIAA conference edges the ability to execute tions in that community and State presses forward all-online format. this plan is dependent on with guidance from local and The blended format has two parts. pushes back season our students, employees, and state health officials. with hunter education The knowledge portion provides infor- fans demonstrating socially The health and well-being courses mation to participants on all aspects start date for responsible behavior during of student-athletes, coaches, of hunter education and can be taken member schools this public health crisis. In administrators, and com- With hunting seasons coming up for online, through a free self-study guide, addition, it is important that munities in the MIAA con- deer, turkey, migratory birds, water- or in a classroom setting. Participants The Mid-America student-athletes continue to tinues to be the Association’s fowl and other game, the Missouri must also complete a four-hour skills Intercollegiate Athletic practice socially responsible top priority. The MIAA is Department of Conservation (MDC) session that includes a multiple-choice Association (MIAA) and behavior to help protect the taking these unprecedented encourages Missouri hunters who need final exam. The skills portion is a hands- its member institutions health of the team. actions to help our campus- hunter education to get it early. on demonstration of skills learned by announced a plan to delay “This plan allows our stu- es and communities con- Those hunting in Missouri during participants. Participants must com- the start of all intercolle- dent-athletes to get back on tinue to address this public a firearms season or acting as an adult plete and pass both portions to earn giate athletic practices until campus and get acclimat- health crisis. mentor to another hunter must have certification. the week of Aug. 31, with ed with the student body “While the situation is hunter-education certification, unless The all-online format may be com- the start of competition before we begin practices far from ideal, we are ful- exempt. Exemptions include: pleted by Missouri residents 16 years of delayed until the week of and competition,” said MIAA ly intending to have com- • Hunters age 15 years or younger age and older. It consists of an online Sept. 28. The CEO Council Commissioner Mike Racy. petitions this fall,” said who will be hunting with an adult men- course and requires a fee paid to the will continue to monitor “We remain hopeful that the Director of Athletics Jared tor age 18 years or older who is certified online course provider. The All Online this plan and adjust it as MIAA student-athletes will Bruggeman. “This delay in hunter education or exempt option requires the passing of a final necessary to protect the be able to practice and com- allows for an opportunity to • Hunters born before Jan. 1, 1967 exam but has no skills portion. health and safety of all pete this fall, but we need to re-evaluate a very fluid sit- • Hunters with a disability exemp- To help keep participants, instruc- involved in MIAA athletics. be patient and make sure that uation without fully cancel- tion from MDC tors, and others safe during the ongoing Restrictions and limita- we are doing that in a healthy ling our entire fall semester • Hunters age 16 years or older who COVID-19 pandemic, MDC will limit tions on student-athlete and and safe environment for our of competitions. We need have purchased an Apprentice Hunter in-person class sizes to small numbers coach activities prior to the student-athletes, coaches, to approach this fall with Authorization and will be hunting with of participants. Class availability will Aug. 31 start of MIAA prac- and administrators.” the overall best interests of a properly permitted adult mentor age also be limited due to smaller class sizes tices will be announced soon. The plan will allow mem- our health and safety of our 18 years or older and limited availability of venues. Social The CEO Council support- ber universities to continue student-athletes, coaches, • Hunters who are landowners hunt- distancing will be required. Masks will ed the recommendation to to monitor the COVID-19 staff, boosters and commu- ing on land they own not be provided. MDC will abide by delay the start of all MIAA global health pandemic, and nity in mind.” • Hunters who can prove comple- applicable local health requirements all intercollegiate athletic to make decisions about More information on tion of an approved hunter-education and strongly encourages participants to practices and competition; athletics and other campus schedule changes will be course in another state bring and wear masks. Hand sanitizer however, the group acknowl- activities based on condi- released in the coming weeks. MDC offers two hunter-education will be available to participants. Page 4 • Wednesday, July 22, 2020 Cassville Democrat COMMENTARY

STAFF VIEW Summer experiences remembered ithin a few days of arriving in Wthe month of August, past generations once called this the Dog Days of summer, which signaled there would be many fewer trips to Flat Creek, which was usually at a lower level than usual and prepare for hot days BOB MITCHELL and nights. OZARK VIEWS & COMMENTS The arrival of August also was a much await- Bridge construction ed time for Cassville as Access to the grounds that was when the Old via vehicles was to a park- Soldiers’ and Settlers’ ing space on Sime Pierce’s Reunion arrived in town, land across Flat Creek and for many decades to the north. This meant was held on what is there had to be a bridge now known as Rocky constructed over the creek Edmondson Memorial for foot traffic onto the Park, a part of the R-4 grounds. Youngsters at the campus along Flat Creek. time were often conscript- For years, the Reunion ed to do some of the work was a hometown-grown that required getting in the activity that usually water. There was no com- attracted many business- pensation, but the thought es in town showing their of getting in the creek and wares and services. All helping to build the cross- these displays required ing was sufficient. an individual tent that During the early days shielded the carnival goers access for those from STAFF VIEW from hot sun and frequent town who were without thunderstorms. transportation could be This was my first obtained from Harold involvement with the “Hoot” Gibson and his We don’t have all the answers Cassville Democrat’s two-seat Model A. If there’s anybody I special session to vote on at the Monett High School resting area where sub- Near the bridge don’t want to be right best practices for students Performing Arts Center for scriptions and renewals area, Gene “Speedy” now, it’s a school super- and staff. a meeting with the admin- were sold for $2 a year. As Blankenship provided intendent or member of a Current plans discuss istrators of the Barry and I remember my involve- boat rides in the deeper school board. three levels of instruc- Lawrence County Health ment, it was a big deal for portions of the creek, Many boards met in tion — seated school with Departments. I plan to be this pre-teenager, whose featuring one of the first the past two weeks to dis- health precautions, level there to hear what guid- reward was a couple of outboard motors to reach cuss how their students 1; seated school with tech- ance districts are given and coins to try my skill at the this area. In adult life he would reenter schools in a what route they go at that Treasure Digger. served in the Army and nology instruction, level month’s time, and with the KYLE TROUTMAN 2; and remote learning point. had a dental practice With this level of uncer- First petted snake with his father, Dr. E.L. ongoing, ever-changing - school to home, level A major attraction with pandemic, those decisions tests positive? Does every three. Depending on the tainty, I will ask one thing Blankenship. class that student is in the carnival was the Snake are not easy ones to make. level, on te table for dis- on behalf of school officials have to quarantine? Show whose outside exhi- For parents and patrons — patience. Legion sponsored What kind of liability cussion are prevention bition offered an oppor- For years known as Parents, guardians, with questions about reen- does the school have if a methods like social dis- tunity to pet a viper. That the oldest such event in patrons, please be patient try, there’s one consistent teacher or student gets tancing, masking, altered was my first opportunity as administrators sort Missouri, the Reunion vis- answer from school offi- sick? breakfast and lunch sched- to pet a Rattlesnake, all this out. And under- ited Cassville for over 100 cials — “We don’t have all Who will substitute in a ules, extra cleaning, extra which had poison pits and years, missing only two, the answers.” handwashing, signage for stand that differing beliefs COVID-positive teacher’s about mask effectiveness, fangs removed. once during WWII and When schools went on classroom? Will there be physical distancing and For the older boys there the second when a carni- the initial wellness break travel directions in hall- COVID-19 transmission or enough substitutes to cov- the reality of the situation was the opportunity to val refused to honor their back in March, I doubt er classes in the event of ways, added precautions sneak into the Girly Show, contract. anyone thought we would on busses and restriction has virtually zero effect on an outbreak? how administrators and which was usually located The American Legion still be at this point in July, Social distancing is a of visitors to the buildings. adjacent to Flat Creek. By Auxiliary operated a food let alone in the middle of a The intent is all well board members will make big part of prevention, decisions. entering through the back service on the grounds as surge in cases in southwest so how will schools keep and good, but the old of the tent, which required did the Lions Club. K.E. Missouri. At the start of saying, “The best-laid Superintendents and students distanced during school board members will first entering the creek Brown’s peanut-popcorn June, Barry County had classroom transition times, plans of mice and men and crawling up the sod and lemonade stands only 12 cases, but now, the often go awry,” could not make decisions based on when the hallways are local, state and national bank. This was accom- were always a surprise number has skyrocketed packed and students want apply more to any other plished by several of the and well attended. to 151. moment. Who knows health agency recommen- to chat? dations, and they will do it boys before the back of The American Legion This wave of new cases Will teachers be where we will be in five the tent was more tightly sold chances on a new creates a windstorm of weeks? with the safety of their stu- required to wear masks? dents and staff in mind — secured. car for many years, even unanswered questions for Some have said this Will students be required and may God bless them. Rides among trees during the war years, for school administrators. to wear masks? Will ele- wave will peak at about a buck a chance, and the What will be the proto- the time school starts. If Carnival rides of the mentary age students be Kyle Troutman has sale reached out into other col if a teacher tests posi- required to wear masks? more people in Barry and time had to be located communities. One year a served as the editor of The exactly among the trees tive? Does the whole class These are only a few of Lawrence counties stick to Legion official, Clarence quarantine for two weeks? the myriad of questions health officials’ guidelines Cassville Democrat since before they could operate, Oldecker’s ticket was 2014. In 2017, he was giving an added attraction If a teacher is forced administrators will face, —wearing a mask, social drawn, and he stepped to isolate or quarantine, and for some, there are distancing and avoiding named William E. James/ to the highth of many of to the stand announcing them. Ferris Wheel and are those counted as sick answers. large groups — maybe that Missouri Outstanding Young no sponsoring member days? Would the teacher Cassville is working on will be possible. Journalist for daily news- Swings were those who should win. A citizen gave a view from on high still be required to teach its plan, dubbed “Return to On Aug. 3, superin- papers. He may be reached named William Baker was digitally from home? Learn,” and board mem- tendents in Barry and at 417-235-3135 or editor@ of the entire grounds. the next ticket drawn. A grandstand and What about if a student bers are likely to meet in Lawrence counties will be cassville-democrat.com. speakers’ platform pro- Carnivals more scarce vided an opportunity During later years, FINANCIAL VIEW for political orations for carnivals became more both political parties on difficult to contract, alternative days. This area but one had a date with was also used to begin Grape Festival activities Examining the debt snowball many activities for young in Arkansas, which made people including climbing Cassville’s show date com- Dear Dave, debt number two is paid off, you take a greased pole, coin toss patible and lasted for a What exactly is the debt snowball, the money that you used to pay on and beginnings for assort- number of years. and why is it such an important part number one and number two, and ed races. The pole climb Something happened of your plan? — Lee you pay it on number three. When seemed to attract the most between the Legion and three is paid, you attack number four attention. Coin tosses this company one year Dear Lee, and so on. A lot of folks get to the from the platform, with with them vowing never The debt snowball is Baby Step bottom of the list, and find they can money sometimes landing to return to Cassville. 2 of my plan for getting out of debt pay well over $1,000 a month on a in gravel, usually resulted After that conflict there and gaining control of your finances. DAVE RAMSEY student loan or a car. At that point, in extended searching for was no first rate show Specifically, it’s the part of the plan it won’t take long to bust out and be the coins for several days people to contract here. where you sit down with your budget, DAVE SAYS debt-free except for your home. afterward. With only second-rate and look at all the money you owe. lose weight in the first week, you’ll The main elements that make Despite some segments operations being on the Then, list your debts from smallest to probably stay on that diet. If you the debt snowball so powerful are of the community opposed grounds it spelled the end largest—except for your home—and go on a diet and gain weight, or budgeting, getting current before you to dancing, evening hours of the Old Soldiers’ and pay them off in that order. start the debt snowball, the small- resulted in spirited square Settlers’ Reunion. go weeks with no visible progress, I know, there are all sorts of argu- chances are you’ll quit. When you est-to-largest pay-off, sacrifice, dis- and round dancing pro- ments about paying off the ones with cipline, and focused intensity. If you grams at the south end of Bob Mitchell is the former start the debt snowball, and in the the highest interest rates first. But think the debt snowball is just anoth- the grounds next to the editor and publisher of the first few days pay off a couple of this is psychology class, not math. er trick, or something you might kind street. Immediately adja- Cassville Democrat. He is debts, it lights a fire underneath you, cent to the dancing plat- a 2017 inductee to both the Personal finance is 80% behavior, and you start to believe you really can of try, it won’t work. You’ve got to go form was the watermelon Missouri Press Association and 20% knowledge. Besides, if you do it. all-in to win! — Dave stand, which kept the mel- Hall of Fame and Missouri were so great at math you wouldn’t After you list the debts from small- ons cold with large chunks Southern State University’s have debt, would you? Pay off your est to largest, pay the minimum pay- Dave Ramsey is CEO of Ramsey of ice from the Railway Regional Media Hall of debts from smallest to largest, unless ment to stay current on all the debts Solutions. He has authored seven Ice Co. Fame. there’s a huge emergency, such as except the smallest. Every dollar you best-selling books, including The Total you’re facing foreclosure, or the IRS can squeeze out of your budget goes Money Makeover. The Dave Ramsey LETTERS TO THE EDITOR is banging on your door. toward the smallest debt until it is Show is heard by more than 13 million The reason we pay off debts from paid. Once the smallest one is paid, listeners each week on 585 radio stations If you have an opinion, send a letter to Kyle Troutman, smallest to largest is to build confi- the payment from that debt—plus and multiple digital platforms. Follow Cassville Democrat, P.O. Box 486, Cassville, MO 65625, dence and enthusiasm by notching any extra “found” money—is added Dave on the web at DaveRamsey.com or by email to [email protected] quick wins. If you go on a diet and to the next smallest debt. Then, when and on Twitter at @DaveRamsey. Cassville Democrat Wednesday, July 22, 2020 • Page 5 LOCAL

EXETER TECH Who: Exeter school district What: Technology purchases and updates More: Saving summertime amidst 100 new chrome books purchased COVID-19 restrictions Teaching in of people just driving they needed a change of Freeman: LOCAL ACTIVITIES through the park and scenery. It is nice to drive ‘Re-falling in What: Things to do while looking at the scenery or seven miles and to have social distancing finding a place to sit and that change we all need love with what More: Area fortunate to read a book or have a at times.” the age of have outdoor activities picnic,” she said. “We are It can be easy to for- we have to offer’ around every corner Also: so fortunate that Roaring get how much children Reconnecting with River is in our back yard have been affected by BY JORDAN PRIVETT nature and this has reminded us COVID-19, they may love [email protected] to not take it for granted.” video games, but they technology Social distancing ing up fast. Additionally, Shell enjoy the outdoors too. and COVID-19 restric- “Since then, it has “At this point, we are Knob and the lake has “It is a way to recon- Equipment tions don’t have to ruin been a steady stream of seen a spike in tourism nect with the family too, working on getting every- campers from Memorial thing installed and run- summertime, as Barry since April. and to try new things — needed to keep Day to July Fourth,” she ning,’ he said. “We had County’s main activi- “It’s like every week- like fly fishing,” she said. up with students MOREnet come to set up ties and attractions are said. “Cabins have fol- end is Memorial Day “Continue to enjoy the and configure the network already accommodating. lowed suit in the trend. weekend,” she said. activities you already like needs for the district.” While families have “Of the lodging com- “People are on their boats or try a new one, there Additionally, for its dealt with the stress of munity that are Chamber BY JORDAN PRIVETT and enjoying the water. are plenty of things to one-to-one learning pro- quarantine, a wellness members, we have seen It is like our community choose from.” [email protected] gram, the district recent- break from school and an impressive sense of is re-falling in love with Other activities in the The Exeter school dis- ly purchased 100 new a hit to local businesses, community and working what we have to offer.” area include: trict recently purchased Chromebooks to replace the they are now looking for together.” The area is seeing local • Disc Golf two new servers, aiming old in preparation for the options to stay safe and Campers are being families re-connect with • Golf to improve its network for coming school year as well. get out of the house. referred to other locations the coming school year. local attractions. • Table Rock Lake “That was a $24,000 Rachael Freeman, in the area when one is full, “We are fortunate to • Swimming Ernest Raney, Exeter purchase,” Raney said. “It Cassville Area Chamber and they are in constant superintendent, said all have the great outdoors to • Fishing was important to replace of Commerce director, communication with each utilize,” she said. “People • Trails and the gre- equipment should be going the oldest devices we had. said the area is extremely other to serve the commu- were getting burnt out enway in before school restarts to They were getting used, nity the best way possible. assure there is no down- fortunate to have activi- working from home, and • Roaring River but with the upcoming “They want people to time on the network while ties that the community challenges of the new thrives on that can still be experience Roaring River students need it. school year, we want to enjoyed at this time. one way or another,” she “In the fall, we need our make sure they are work- said. “With COVID-19, technology to be ready to ing best for our students.” “Roaring River is in our take on challenges of the Finally, the Exeter back yard, and there are a nationwide tourism has new school year,” he said. school district received lot of activities in that area taken a hit, but we are “We aim to make sure the a free WiFi access point to take advantage of,” she fortunate that our tour- infrastructure is strong.” from goBEC. said. “On the evening of ism is different from Now, the district’s “We placed that in the May 15 they began restock- theme parks.” internet bandwidth and high school parking lot,” he ing the river with trout.” When people fish, camp network speed are in a said. “There is no password Once that was or hike, they generally want place to handle the type of needed, and it is available announced, the RV parks to stay at least six feet apart. learning it will be used for. from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.” began filling up and fill- “I have also heard Page 6 • Wednesday, July 22, 2020 Cassville Democrat COMMUNITY New customer service rep coming to Cassville Ranger office ing the western fire sea- at Big Bay Day Use and team as the Support Service All recreation son, currently focused in Pine View Tower trailhead Specialist. Emily previous- areas on the Ava/ the Southwest. When at remain closed. The Big Bay ly worked for the National home on the ACW Ranger boat ramp repair contract Park Service in Utah; and Cassville/Willow District, they continue to (Cassville area) has been she looks forward to con- train and patrol; and they awarded. tinuing her public service Springs district also provide assistance to The District would here in Missouri. any other Forest work that like to welcome two new The ACW office in Ava, open needs accomplished, such employees. Olivia Woolsey being cognizant of health as mowing, maintenance is in the Resource Assistant and safety guidance, con- This file photo was taken in July 1970. The Cassville Summer usually means and laying out cedar units Program and will be a tinues to assist visitors by Chamber of Commerce had recently elected four new busy times for the Ava/ for restoration work within customer service repre- telephone when possible; members to the board of directions. The new directors Cassville/Willow Springs the Joint Chiefs project. sentative at the Cassville but will also help in-person shown in the above photo ready to begin their three- Ranger District; and Summer recreation is office; and she will be visitors by meeting them year terms beginning in October from left, were: Dr. W.G. this year is no exception. in full swing. All recreation assisting with the recre- outdoors. Access into the Barnes, Bill Easley, Bill Edmondson and T.J. Smading. District employees contin- areas on the ACW Ranger ation program as well. buildings is limited, and a ue their work in landscape Edmondson and Smading had both previously served on District are open again. Olivia is a recent gradu- mask must be worn. the board. restoration, providing rec- The pavilions at Shell Knob ate from University of Anyone needing assis- reation opportunities for and Noblett are taking res- Missouri in Columbia with tance may call the ACW the public, wildland fire- ervations again through a degree in Forest Resource District Office at 417- THROUGH THE YEARS fighting and prevention, recreation.gov. Users still Management. 683-4428, open Monday and much more. need to practice social dis- The District is also proud through Friday from 8 a.m. 50 years ago Fire staff are support- tancing. The restrooms to have Emily Ficker join the to 4:30 p.m. July 29, 1970 Airman First Class Robert Chastain, from Cassville, has been named aide to Major General Albert R. Shiely, commander of AFCS, Richards-Gebaur AFB, near Kansas Pet of the Week City. Chastain is a graduate of Cassville high school and has been in the Air Force since last September. Meet Limo, the Haven of the Ozarks Sound Generators of Cassville high school attended Pet of the Week. He’s a Haven new- a cheerleaders’ workshop at the University of Arkansas bie, and we bet he won’t have to last week. Team members attending were: Janie Hart, stay long. He’s a gorgeous boy and is Jan Lauderdale, Vickie Easley, LuAnn Linenbrink, Patty absolutely the happiest dog anyone Peterson, Jan Brattin, Gailene Black, Jan Williams, Lisa will ever meet. He gets the biggest Vollenweider and Debbie Smith. kick out of life. Limo loves other Mike Cooper, 17-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Max dogs and is perfectly fine with his Cooper, of Cassville, was notified this week that he took friend being boss, running, playing top honors at the University of Missouri-Rolla Computer in water, eating treats, being with Programming Seminar, which was held on the Rolla people, going for walks and pretty campus recently. Cooper will be a senior this fall at CHS. Holy Cross Lutheran Church signed a contract this much everything else. He’s about week to purchase the First Christian Church building 10 months old and is believed to be located at Seventh and Gravel streets in Cassville. a mix of Doberman (his looks) and hound (his voice). To meet Limo, visit the Haven, open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 40 years ago each day of the week. Contributed photo July 23, 1980 The Cassville Police force will have its first female officer as a result of action taken by the Cassville City Council following the recommendation of Police Chief Ray Burnette Tuesday night. Ellen Mincher will become the first woman ever to serve on the Cassville force, On Missing Church Dinners according to mayor Bill LeCompte. Mrs. Jewell Wooten of Exeter announces the engage- will tell you anoth- cupied with The best thing about a The fellowship meals ment and approaching marriage of her daughter Irene to er thing COVID-19 selecting church supper, though, is at church show genu- DeWayne Day, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Day of Exeter. Ihas messed up — their meals. the fellowship. Little kids ine caring and sharing. It Wedding plans are for Aug. 9 at the Assembly of God Fellowship Dinners. A balanced sit with grownups, across is wonderful when those Church in Cassville. Nothing beats a church meal to a kid the table from teenagers. who attend a church din- Mr. and Mrs. Charley Whisman of Cassville celebrat- supper. At least two mira- is strawber- Married couples, singles ner come away saying, ed their 50th wedding anniversary Sunday, July 20 with cles happen every time the ry Jello with and grandparents sit “Christians! How they love a reception at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Lavern Blythe. church gets together for whipped down together. There is and enjoy each other!” Allene Patterson has joined the staff of Countryside a “carry-in” or “covered cream, a TERRILL fun, fellowship, and food, Church suppers are Realty, Cassville office, as a salesperson. She will contin- dish” meal. banana, a all shared with the family. another great reason to ue to operate her H&R Block office. One: there is always piece of fudge, two cup- Mealtimes like this are be a part of God's forever more than enough to cakes and a dill pickle. genuine communion, and family. The book of Acts eat, even if a tourist bus Mom and dad, though, the Lord is always pleased reveals that the early 30 years ago breaks down in front of the know exactly what to with that. Every little kid Christians “shared their July 11, 1990 church precisely at lunch look for in the buffet with a chocolate cupcake meals with unaffected joy, Ron Wright, 28, of Springdale, Ark., was chosen by time. This is a “loaves and line. Aunt Minnie always smeared face is your child. as they praised God and the Barry County Extension Council as its new Farm fishes” miracle. brings her world famous, Every grandma and every enjoyed the favor of all the Management Specialist. He will be replacing Dr. Emmett Two: there is always homemade, apple stru- grandpa are your grandma people” (Acts 2.46). McCord, who resigned last year. Dr. Chip Kammerlohr, a good balance of meat, del. Mrs. Allison makes and your grandpa. Every I cannot wait to sit chairman of the council, said Wright’s selection was vegetables, salad, and des- the best pot roast you family is your family. down the table again, with unanimous. ert, even though no one can imagine. Some “so That bus load of all my friends. Dr. James Warn announced this week the closing of really plans it that way. called” Christians have tourists that drop in his office in Cassville. The Holy Spirit, most cer- even been known to skip unexpectedly are warm- Chuck Terrill, who has Sandy Cullers, school librarian for the past 11 years, tainly, must be the coordi- the entrée, portion of ly greeted and escorted doctorates from Master has submitted a request to the Cassville school board for nator of Church “potluck” the line and go straight to the head of the line. Theological Seminary release from her contract to accept a position with the luncheons. to the desert table. They will form an opinion and Trinity Seminary, Missouri Department of Education assigned to media I most enjoy watching Otherwise, Haroldene's about Christianity based is the senior minister at services in the school improvement planning, according young children prepare delicious cinnamon rolls not on what Christians First Christian Church to Supt. Dan Bailey. their own plates while will all be gone before say, but on what they see in Cassville. He may be Diane K. Craig of Cassville has been named a coun- their parents are preoc- they get there. Christians do. reached at 417-847-2460. selor for AYUSA, an international, non-profit student exchange organization. BIBLE VERSE QUOTE OF THE WEEK “The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, “If you could kick the person in the faithfulness, gentleness and self-control; against such things there is no law.” pants responsible for most of your — GALATIANS 5:22-23 trouble, you wouldn’t sit for a month.” — THEODORE ROOSEVELT RECIPE OF THE WEEK DROWNED BEEF SANDWICH WITH CHIPOTLE SAUCE (TORTA AHOGADA) Prep time: 15 Min. Cook time: 20. Ready in: 35 Min. Servings: 4 INGREDIENTS: n 12 ounces chipotle cooking sauce (such a Knorr®) n 1 (14 ounce) can reduced-sodium beef broth n ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro Dale Assing, O.D. n 2 tablespoons vegetable oil n 1 onion, thinly sliced Optometrist n 3 cloves garlic, minced n 1 pound thinly sliced deli roast beef n 4 eaches bolillo rolls, halved and lightly toasted Hrs: 8:30 a.m - 5 p.m. n 4 sprigs fresh cilantro, or to taste

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1. What do you see as the No. 1 issue facing resi- dents of the 29th District and how do you plan to address it? It’s the economy. Before COVID-19 our economy was growing, unemploy- ment was at the lowest level on record, and peo- ple had money to spend. We need to bring back the economy. The Left is pushing socialist policies like the Green New Deal and is wanting to increase taxes and take more con- trol of our lives. That’s not going to bring jobs back or help the economy. The answer is less government, lower taxes, and pushing David Cole back against this idea that we should be ashamed Age: 56 of our country or that Current Occupation: Lawyer America isn’t a great coun- try. We are and we should Past Experience: Attorney with Ellis, Cupps and Cole in Cassville since 1992. Barry be proud of it. County Prosecuting Attorney, 1995-1998 Education: Wheaton High School, Wheaton, 1982; Missouri Southern State College 2. You and your oppo- B.S. in Business Administration; University of Missouri-Columbia, J.D. STATE SENATE 29TH DISTRICT nent are both staunchly Political party: Republican pro-life. What, in your Website: davidcoleforsenate.com opinion, would be the best way to effective- 2 candidates. ly end abortions in Foundation Formula? If anything, we need push Missouri? Furthermore, First off, we need to get pro-Second Amendment is there an approach you our economy going again. policies even further to Your choice. believe is wrong? The best way to make address so-called “gun free The best approach would sure we have funding for zones” and policies like obviously be to abolish important budget items the Second Amendment Editor’s note: The following Q&As represent the candidates’ views verbatim, abortions outright. But, if like education and pub- Preservation Act which as submitted via email in response to our questions, and have not been edit- courts continue to stand lic safety is to have an will protect our state from ed. The Primary Election will be held Aug. 4, with voters allowed to select one in the way, we should economy that can fund a federal encroachment continue to pass laws that budget. Secondly, we need on our right to keep and of the two candidates. The top vote-getter will appear on the General Election will reduce the number of to prioritize education bear arms. It’s ironic the ballot. - KT abortions and save lives. funding. There’s enough most violent places have The effects of these laws money in the state bud- the strictest gun laws. are real. Abortion clinics get to fund education. We don’t have a prob- 1. What do you see as the have been shut down. We just have to have the lem with gun violence in No. 1 issue facing resi- The number of abortions guts to say we can’t fund rural Missouri because we dents of the 29th District performed in Missouri is everything. We need to respect firearms. We grew and how do you plan to dropping significantly. cut out the special inter- up around them and we address it? More children are alive est handouts and reform value life here. It’s about Civil unrest, unstable today because of these welfare to only go to those raising your kids right and economy due to draconian laws. This stands in con- who need it. We shouldn’t respecting the law, we do measures implemented as a trast to my opponent be paying people to sit at that here. result of the coronavirus – who claims to be pro- home when they could be life but has never passed each of these threaten the working. For the parts of 5. Would you propose or a pro-life bill and has Districts industry and way the budget we really need support any changes to voted repeatedly against of life. Law enforcement to fund, like education, we current tax laws, specifi- pro-life bills. He was the must be supported in their need to commit to doing cally in the realms of per- only Republican to vote efforts to arrest lawbreak- it and make it the first sonal property tax, state ers. The Revised statutes of against the special session pro-life bill back in 2017; thing we fund every year. income tax and corporate Missouri must be changed I’ve been endorsed by the tax? to include the legislature he’s voted against the bill defunding Planned Missouri State Teachers I’m for lower taxes over- in the making of decisions Association and Better all. Up until a few years regarding future states of Parenthood every time it’s Schools for Missouri and ago, Missouri hadn’t cut emergency. come before the Missouri Legislature; and he voted they know I’m going to the state income tax in do what’s best for our decades. That’s an exam- 2. You and your oppo- against and publically rid- Mike Moon students. Unfortunately, ple of where other states nent are both staunchly iculed the Stand for the my opponent has voted are getting a competitive pro-life. What, in your Age: 61 Unborn Act, the most pro- against fully funding the edge over Missouri and we opinion, would be the Current Occupation: Cattle rancher life bill in the country. At best way to effective- the end of the day, the real Foundation Formula each should be looking at what ly end abortions in Past Experience: 27 year career at Mercy Hospital - Marketing measure of success in the of the last three years and attracts jobs and growth. Missouri? Furthermore, Education: B.S. Education pro-life movement is how isn’t endorsed by any edu- Part of it is a tax policy cation groups. that lets people keep as is there an approach you Political party: Republican many lives we are saving believe is wrong? and policies stopping abor- much of their own money Ban the abortion proce- Website: MikeMoonforMissouri.com tions is a big way we can 4. Are you satisfied with as possible and let’s busi- dure. Abortion is murder. do that. Another import- the state’s current gun ness reinvest in employees laws and open carry? and growing their busi- To continue to allow the Foundation Formula? demeanor charge (a CCW ant thing we can do is to Would you propose or ness. As a small business murder of developing At the forefront of the holder is not subject to re-elect President Trump support any changes to owner myself, I know how humans is wrong and discussion, the ballot ini- charge). The law should be so he can appoint more current gun laws? taxes cut into your bottom does not speak well of a tiative to expand Medicaid applied equally – the mis- conservative justices to the With the surge in vio- line. Unfortunately, my civilized society. I am the must be defeated. The demeanor charge should be Supreme Court. lence going on around the opponent voted against only proven pro-life can- expansive cost of expand- removed from the law. state and country and the an income tax cut for didate in the race for the ing Medicaid will lead to 3. School funding has been cut due to fallout ridiculous defund police Missourians and a bill that 29th Senate seat. I have bankruptcy of the state. 5. Would you propose or from the COVID-19 movement, it’s never been cut the corporate tax rate. a record to back up my Education funding will support any changes to pandemic. How do you more important for folks He even voted to tax the speech. Some will say, in suffer additional cuts if current tax laws, specifi- propose the state return to be able to defend them- COVID stimulus pay- order to stop abortion, we Medicaid is expanded in cally in the realms of per- to fully funding the selves and their families. ments. must change the culture. Missouri. sonal property tax, state I agree that until a per- income tax and corporate son believes that killing 4. Are you satisfied with tax? a developing human is the state’s current gun I am a proponent of the wrong, the act will contin- laws and open carry? “Fair Tax.” Since property ue. It’s somewhat like the Would you propose or act of murder. We realize is not truly owned, if an that until people have a support any changes to alternative tax, such as the change of heart, murder current gun laws? “Fair Tax,” were enacted will continue. Until that Overall, the law(s) are into law, I would support time, though, Missouri has consistent with the 2nd the change. In addition, I laws against murder. If the Amendment. In 2016, have, and will continue to developing baby is deemed SB 656 was passed by the advocate for the elimina- a human with all the legislature. The bill was tion of the corporate tax. rights of one who has been declared by some to be a I believe that businesses born, we must afford the “constitutional carry” bill looking to relocate will developing human baby – one that would allow the view Missouri as a more the right to due process of law abiding individuals to business-friendly state. law before its life can be carry open or concealed When this happens, the ended. firearms without a permit. entire state will benefit. This bill was in reality a I am the most pro-Life, 3. School funding has “permit-less carry” bill. pro-Constitution candidate been cut due to fallout While the bill was good in in the race for Missouri’s from the COVID-19 theory, a person who car- 29th district senate seat. pandemic. How do you ries a firearm into one of All one need to do is look propose the state return the prohibited-by-law loca- at my record to verify my to fully funding the tions is subject to a mis- statement. THINK INFORMATION Cassville Democrat 847-2610

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PAT GENTRY Zealand, Singapore and Patricia A. Gentry, 72, back in New Zealand for of Columbia, passed away a total of seventeen years. Woman injured in wreck near Wheaton In 2012, he moved his Saturday, July 11, 2020. north of Wheaton. the roadway, struck a family to Auckland, New She was born July 19, Vehicle hits INJURY WRECK According to a telephone pole and over- Zealand, to be on staff When: 1947, in Barry County, the 3:50 p.m. Saturday Missouri State Highway turned. daughter of Everett and at Life Church. He divid- telephone pole, Where: Highway 86, three Viola Edie. She was unit- ed his time between the overturns miles north of Wheaton Patrol report, Kimberly Harrell suffered seri- ed in marriage to Wilford church and his itinerant Who: Kimberly Harrell, 55, Harrell, 55, of Joplin, was ous injuries and was flown Gentry, who preceded her global preaching/teach- BY KYLE TROUTMAN of Joplin driving a 2003 Chevrolet to Mercy Hospital in ing ministry. Sy had a full in death. Also preceding [email protected] Trailblazer eastbound Springfield. She was not her in death were two sis- and blessed life. A Joplin woman was wreck at 3:50 p.m. on when her vehicle trav- wearing a safety device, ters, Louise Hargus and A Celebration of Sy’s life injured Saturday in a Highway 86, three miles eled off the left side of and the vehicle was totaled. RosaLee Richmond, and will be live streamed on a brother, Webb Edie. the First United Methodist Survivors are two Church website at www. brothers, Doyle Edie and fumcmonett.org/watch Monett man charged with home robbery his wife Peggy, of Exeter at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, and Larry Edie and his July 31, 2020. Because of FELONY ARREST the home and is known allegedly fled the home, current health concerns, Suspect pulls casually to two victims, reportedly with two other wife Joyce of Columbia; Who: Trenton Carrington, one daughter, Heather attendance will be limited gun, flees home who were both inside at people accompanying him. 19, of Monett the time. Carrington’s last Theberge and her husband to the family. In lieu of What: with $1,000, Is charged with While in the home, known address is in Tony of Columbia; two flowers, memorial contri- first-degree robbery and Carrington asked to use Monett, but it is unknown granddaughters, Kaitlyn butions can be made to St. morphine pills armed criminal action and Abbey; and many Jude Children’s Hospital Bond: Is set at $75,000, the bathroom and started if he is still a Missouri nieces and nephews. in care of the funer- BY KYLE TROUTMAN cash only down the hall, then he resident. According to the Contribution can be al home. Arrangements [email protected] allegedly turned around, probable cause statement, made to the Alzheimer’s have been entrusted to A Monett man was armed criminal action. pulled a handgun, point- he was recently incarcer- Association or to Buchanan Funeral Home, arrested last week for a According to a proba- ed it at one of the victims ated in California, and Maplewood Cemetery in Monett, Mo. June incident where he ble cause statement filed and said, “Give me all a permanent address is Exeter in Pat’s memory. PAID OBITUARY allegedly pulled a gun on by Det. Rob Evenson, your [expletive] money, unknown. Online condolences BUCHANAN two people in their home, with the Barry County and anything else.” Carrington is being may be left for the fami- demanded money, then Sheriff’s Office, the inci- One victim gave held in the Barry County ly at: nilsonfuneralhome. Funeral Home fled the home with cash dent occurred at about Carrington ten $100 jail on a cash-only bond of com. and prescription pills. 2-2:10 a.m. on June 8 at a bills, totaling $1,000, $75,000. A bond reduc- PAID OBITUARY 301 Euclid Monett Trenton Carrington, home in the 15000 block and the other victim gave tion hearing is scheduled (417) 235-3188 www.buchananfuneralhomemonett.com 19, of Monett, is charged of Southern Acres Drive Carrington 60 morphine for Friday at 11 a.m. in with first-degree rob- in rural Cassville. pills. the courtroom of Judge HAROLD SMITH bery, a class A felony, and Carrington was visiting Carrington then Robert Foulke. Harold E. Smith, 79, of Purdy, passed away Cases: Sunday, July 12, 2020, at ‘COVID is in our communities — all of them’ his home. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 He was born March 3,426,053 positives and COVID-19 can appear last week). Gender-wise, Unemployment in 19, 1941, in Stella, the 136,158 deaths, a rate of 2-14 days after exposure, cases among females Barry County has risen to son of Cliss and Mavis 4 percent. Additionally, and symptoms include jumped this week from 10 percent, up from 4.3 (Townsend) Smith. On 1,049,098 have recovered fever or chills, cough, 45 to 84, while male cases percent in February. It is Sept. 16, 1978, he was nationally. shortness of breath, rose from 42 to 67. the highest unemployment united in marriage to One of the new cas- fatigue, fever, muscle or Community spread has for the county in 12 years, Frances Dishon, who sur- es in Barry County is a body aches, headache, been the leading cause which is the extent of the SINCLAIR “SY” vives. person employed at MO sore throat, congestion with 141 attributable state’s online record-keep- Additional survi- Wings in Monett. The or runny nose, nausea or cases, and the other 10 ing. In May 2019, the ROGERS II vors include: one son, case is a result of com- vomiting, diarrhea, or a are attributed to travel. county had a 2.9 percent On April 19, 2020, Sy Shane Eugene Smith of munity spread, and the new loss of taste or smell. Multiple area businesses unemployment rate. Rogers passed into eter- Pierce City; one daugh- individual is in isolation. Anyone who believes have had employees with Google user data nity after struggling with ter, Amanda Morgan The owners of the they have symptoms of cases. As of Wednesday, through July 10 shows cancer for nine months. and her husband Mike restaurant are taking all COVID-19 should stay they included: hikes in retail and recre- Born Sinclair Ulrey of Marionville; one sis- recommended actions home, call a medical pro- • George’s Processing ation, 16 percent above the Rogers II, to the late ter, Peggie Kimbrough to ensure a clean and vider and wear a mask Plant, 9 cases (2 new) baseline, for the weeks of Sinclair Rogers and of Longview; and five safe establishment. The when near anyone who • Bentonview May 29, June 7 and June Barbara (Walker) Rogers grandchildren. owner of MO Wings has does not live in the same Park Health and 14. The week of June 27 on December 15, 1956, in Preceding him in volunteered to close the home. Rehabilitation, 19 cases showed a drop to 4 percent Cassville, Mo. He is sur- death were his parents; business until July 21. “COVID is in our com- (no new) below the baseline, and vived by his wife, Karen; one brother, Charles and During the closure, a deep munities — all of them,” • Lai Lai Asian Buffet the week of July 3 climbed daughter, Grace Lobato, one sister, Clisstine. cleaning of the restaurant Brock said. “Every corner and Dining, 3 cases (no to 44 percent above the and son-in-law, Steve; He received his edu- will be completed. Upon of Barry County is expe- new) baseline. The week of July two grandchildren, Avi, cation at Rocky Comfort. reopening all staff will be riencing cases of COVID. • PlayPower, 2 cases, 10 came in at 11 percent 9 and Lucia, 4; and his For several years he screened for symptoms We are now seeing an 1 Barry County resident above the baseline. mom, Jane Rogers. resided in Pierce City, of COVID-19 before each increase in the number (no new) Grocery and pharmacy Sy graduated from and moved to Purdy 28 shift, face coverings will of persons under 40 who • EFCO, 7 cases (3 shopping continues to be Monett High School after years ago. Most of his be required for all employ- are contracting this virus, new) above the baseline, only serving AFS as an inter- life was spent working for ees and frequent cleaning likely due to increased • Walmart (Monett), 1 below 10 percent higher national student in Brazil Lawrence County Road of all high-touch surfaces summertime activities, case (no new) the week of June 27. for six months. When he District, from which he will be completed. decreased physical dis- • Lowe’s (Monett), 1 Workplace mobili- returned, he enlisted in retired. Roger Brock, adminis- tancing, and a lack of face case (no new) ty was down for weeks the United States Navy No services are trator of the Barry County coverings. It is imperative • Lacoba Homes, 38 before it went to 7 per- and served four years scheduled at this time. Health Department, that everyone practice cases (37 new) cent above the baseline with an honorable dis- Cremation arrangements wants to remind resi- physical distancing, wear • Tyson, 2 cases (no the week of June 27. It charge in November of are under direction of dents that COVID-19 is face covers when in public new) then fell to down 42 per- 1978. He met and mar- McQueen Funeral Home not food borne and din- and diligently wash hands • Cricket Wireless, 1 cent below the baseline ried Karen Ann Campbell in Wheaton. ers are at no risk of con- and clean surfaces.” case (no new) the week of July 3 and Visit www.fohnfu- in 1982 in Hagerstown, tracting COVID-19 from The majority of the • God’s Little Kingdom 23 percent below on the neralhome.com for MD. In 1985, they had their meal. cases are in younger Preschool, 4 cases (all week of July 10. a daughter, Grace, while online obituaries, Employees who did not residents. People under new) Residential mobili- living in Orlando, FL. guestbook and private have a face covering pose 25 account for 54 cas- • International ty has held steady at up After giving his life to the condolences a low risk of COVID-19 to es (36 percent, +1 from Dehydrated Foods, 3 cas- between 1-3 percent since Lord in 1980, Sy became McQUEEN FUNERAL diners. Customers do not last week), those 25-40 es (all new) the week of May 29. a leading communicator HOME need to self-quarantine account for 43 cas- As of Wednesday, For more information on God, Sex and Culture. Wheaton, Missouri unless symptoms devel- es (28 percent, -4 from counties bordering Barry about COVID-19, visit He lived overseas in New 417-652-7268 op. Anyone who devel- last week), those 41-60 County report the follow- cdc.gov/coronavirus, call ops symptoms should call account for 24 cases (16 ing cases: Lawrence, 105; the Barry County Health their primary care pro- percent, +3 from last Stone, 30; McDonald, Department at 417-847- www.cassville-democrat.com vider or the Barry County week) and those 61-and- 743; Newton, 587; 2114 or the Missouri Health Department at over account for 30 cas- Benton (Ark.), 3,551; and DHSS 24 hour hotline 417-847-2114. es (20 percent, same as Carroll (Ark.), 236. number at 877-435-8411. 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1. Why do you want to be southern commissioner? Barry County has been good to my family and I feel it is time to give back.

2. What makes you more qualified than your oppo- nents? In my business I deal with wealthy people as well as folks on a very tight bud- get. As the saying goes you should treat the custodian with the same respect as the CEO. I believe our elected county employees should be accessible as well as approachable no matter how small or how great the problems or concerns our Barry County citizens have. I’m not going to say I am Gene Robbins more qualified or less qual- ified than my opponent’s Age: 55 but if elected I will do my Current Occupation: Auctioneer, School Bus Driver, Backhoe Operator best to treat everyone with Past Experience: I’ve owned and operated my business for over thirty years, so I’m respect and to serve Barry used to working with a budget. In my early twenties I worked for Flat Creek Road County. District, I know what it takes to keep the county roads maintained. I have experience with parliamentary procedure as I was President and Vice President of rodeo asso- 3. What is the biggest ciations covering Missouri and Oklahoma. I severed as Alderman on the Exeter City BARRY COUNTY problem facing Barry Council, I understand the challenges elected officials face and I’m ready to take them County and what moves head on SOUTHERN COMMISSIONER do you plan to make Education: Cassville School, Missouri Auction School toward solving it? I think our county will be Political party: Republican 3 candidates. facing several concerns/ Website: www.facebook.com/generobbinsforbarrycountysoutherncommissioner problems in the near future. I was in a meeting of the challenges they face that they would embrace Your choice. one time and I heard some- daily. I will then be able to the idea. Some of the larger one describe Barry County supply them with the fund- road districts I’ve spoken Editor’s note: The following Q&As represent the candidates’ views verbatim, as as an “island with a large ing and the tools they need with were not as enthusi- mote around it’. We have to keep themselves safe and astic, and it is my under- submitted via email in response to our questions, and have not been edited. been very blessed with such to protect the citizens of standing that the citizens of The Primary Election will be held Aug. 4, with voters allowed to select Hendrix a wonderful way of life. Barry County. the road district would have on the Democratic ballot, or vote for Hermansen or Robbins on the Republican Unfortunately, some of the to vote to consolidate the problems and situations we ballot. The Hermansen-robbins winner will face Hendrix in the November General 5. Are you happy with districts, leaving it entirely are seeing on the national how the commission dis- up to the people. Election. - KT level are starting to drift tributes funds and bud- across the mote. We need gets? If so, why? If not, 7. Is the county jail as 1. Why do you want to be to be prepared. what would you like to adequate for the long southern commissioner? We need to get more busi- see change? term? If so, why? If not, Gov. Mike Parsons gave a nesses to come to Barry That’s a good question how would you change it? speech at an event I attend- County. but a tough one to answer, Personally, I do not believe ed 3 years ago. He spoke We need more supple- since I’m not one of the it adequate for the long of the challenges that rural mental training for our law commissioners yet and I term at this time. It is my communities, schools and enforcement for the chal- don’t know the reason or understanding that they young people will face in the lenges they are facing. the circumstance as why are going to start doing future. Gov. Parsons stressed We need to make our roads they delegated the money/ some remodeling/updates the importance of local gov- as safe as we possibly can budget the way they have in August which should ernments being active partic- without breaking the bank. but I’m sure they did what help some. However, I feel ipants and partners in setting We need to stand together they felt was best. I will say that it might be time to firm foundations for future Republicans, Democrats this if elected I will make look at a more long-term economies and industries. I and Independents alike sure the money is distribut- solution depending on the agreed with the importance to keep this nonsense we ed fairly. budget. of Gov. Parsons message, it are seeing on tv out of our was then I began considering communities. 6. Do you believe the 8. How do you feel the Southern Commissioner. county road districts need county has handled the 4. What specific goals do to be consolidated? If not, COVID-19 pandemic? 2. What makes you more you plan to accomplish in why not? If so, how would Would you have done qualified than your oppo- your next/first term? you facilitate change? anything differently? nents? I would like to shadow I believe it should be some- I believe overall the coun- My 25 years of business Wade Hermansen some of our county road thing we should seriously ty has done a good job. experience has taught me to workers as well as our look at; I’ve spoken with Remember this is a situ- always look forward. I have Age: 50 deputies. Not to judge some of the smaller road ation we have not had to learned to always expand the Current Occupation: Own and Operates Dry Gulch Manufacturing in Exeter their job performance but districts and the consensus deal with before, so we are to become more educated I received from them is learning as we go. economic frame. To under- Past Experience: Past President Cassville Chamber or Commerce, current Cassville stand the overall business School Board member. Ozarks Regional YMCA Board Member, 25 year small business environment, and seek and owner create opportunities and advantages that may exist for Education: Cassville High School ’88; Bachelors of Science, Business/Economics ’93, www.cassville-democrat.com the future. University of Missouri Political party: Republican 3. What is the biggest Website: www.WadeHermansen.com problem facing Barry County and what moves strengthen economic activity so, why? If not, how would do you plan to make to expand the amount of you change it? toward solving it? available funds so elected The county jail building was Barry County has become county officials can perform upgraded in 2009. When vulnerable to our economic their jobs at a high level. a capital improvements situation. We hope that gas upgrade is done to a build- prices stay low and sales tax 6. Do you believe the ing you can usually assume revenues remain steady so county road districts need a 15-20 year useful lifespan that county budgets do not to be consolidated? If not, under normal circumstances. become stressed. We should why not? If so, how would It is important to contin- be looking for public and you facilitate change? ue to be disciplined with private investment into the Road district consolidation the taxpayer money and counties economy and infra- isn’t necessarily the answer keep building the Capital structure that will produce to stressed road district bud- Improvements Fund. future opportunities. gets. The trade off to consol- idation would be a decline 8. How do you feel the 4. What specific goals do in timely road maintenance county has handled the you plan to accomplish in after seasonal storms. There COVID-19 pandemic? your next/first term? are many resources involved Would you have done any- The first task would be when maintaining a road thing differently? to begin the economic (equipment, personnel, etc). No one knows or has any improvement conversation I would like to see a system experience managing a with our various community discussed that shares capital pandemic in a modern inte- leaders. We would then plan resources between neigh- grated economy. The lessons for the calculated and consis- boring districts to relieve of what was done right or tent work needed to accom- some of the cost of road wrong will be identified plish the goal of economic maintenance. Our county’s later. The one major issue I improvement in the various longtime road commission- would address, is the way the areas of the county. ers would be a very knowl- commission communicates edgeable resource concerning decisions and information in 5. Are you happy with how issues of a capital sharing times of public uncertainty. the commission distributes program. Well maintained It needs to adopt a digital funds and budgets? If so, roads and bridges are a very platform for communication why? If not, what would important component to our that it can use in public you like to see change? county’s economic future emergencies. Many elected As a resident, I am currently and its residents. county officials have adopted satisfied on how available a digital platform to help funds are distributed. I feel 7. Is the county jail as ade- communicate information we must do the work to quate for the long term? If efficiently.

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1. Why do you want to be southern commissioner? Barry County is my home and always will be. There is no better place to live, raise a family and retire. I want Barry County to be the best it can be now and for future generations. Serving as Southern Commissioner gives me the opportunity to be part of keeping and mak- ing Barry County the best it can be.

2. What makes you more qualified than your oppo- nents? Having the opportunity to serve Barry County as Southern Commissioner for the past 12 years has provid- ed me with a great amount of experience in the business Wayne Hendrix of county government. While serving as southern Age: 60 commissioner, I have gained Current Occupation: Barry County Southern Commissioner and Convenience Store experience and been involved Owner with building bridges, taking Past Experience: Southern Commissioner for almost 12 years, Solid Waste care of building and grounds, Management Executive Board, Cassville Golf Board, Cassville School Board and and overseeing the county Business Owner for 30 years budget. I believe the Barry County Commission has Education: Graduate of Southwest R-5 School, Washburn spent taxpayer’s money wisely Political party: Democrat and conservatively, building a reserve, while maintaining Website: N/A bridges and buildings and Commission has no author- taking care of employees. 5. Are you happy with how ity to tell the road districts the commission distributes how to spend their money or 3. What is the biggest prob- funds and budgets? If so, how to maintain their roads. lem facing Barry County why? If not, what would It would take a vote of the and what moves do you you like to see change? people to consolidate the plan to make toward solv- Every January the commis- road districts. ing it? sion approves a balanced Drugs continue to be a budget. Each office holder 7. Is the county jail as ade- problem in Barry County submits his or her proposed quate for the long term? If and a majority of arrest budget to the commission. so, why? If not, how would are drug related offenses. We meet with each office you change it? While serving as Southern holder and go through his or The commission is in the Commissioner, I along with her proposal. If we feel some- early stages of design to the other commissioners thing needs cut, we discuss replace the original portion of implemented the Prescription it at that time. Each office the jail. With state mandates Drug Monitoring Program holder is directly involved and audits, the current facility (PDMP), in an effort to in their budget. So yes, I am is not sufficient for this day combat the opioid crisis. The happy with how the money and time. commission is actively work- is distributed. ing with law enforcement 8. How do you feel the to improve this situation. If 6. Do you believe the coun- county has handled the re-elected, I will continue to ty road districts need to be COVID-19 pandemic? work with the county com- consolidated? If not, why Would you have done any- mission along with local law not? If so, how would you thing differently? enforcement to do everything facilitate change? I think Barry County has possible to improve this issue. Barry County has 25 special handled COVID-19 well. road districts and one com- The commission has met 4. What specific goals do mon district with a total of with the Barry County you plan to accomplish in 1,062 miles of road. Each Health Department and your next/first term? road district has three road Emergency Management My goal is to continue to commissioners elected by the on a weekly basis from the work alongside the county people in their district. Road beginning and followed commission and residents district funds come from a the guidelines from the looking for ways to improve half-cent sales tax and CART Missouri Governor’s office. Barry County for taxpayers money. The formula used The Barry County Health and for future generations. I to distribute the money is Department Board of believe it is important to be split 60% total miles of road Trustees along with Roger accessible to residents who and 40% assessed evalua- Brock and David Compton have concerns or questions – tion. The road districts with have put in many extra help people find answers and higher assessed evaluation hours to keep Barry County solutions. This is an essential get more money to spend as safe as possible and I part of being a public servant. on roads. The Barry County appreciate their effort. Walmart: All stores to have one entrance CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 to inform customers and sadors will receive special be possible for everyone to members of the changes, training to help make the wear a face covering,” the post signage and train asso- process as smooth as pos- release said. “Our associ- ciates on the new protocols. sible for customers. ates will be trained on those “While we’re certain- “The ambassadors, exceptions to help reduce ly not the first business identifiable by their black friction for the shopper and to require face coverings, polo shirts, will work with make the process as easy as we know this is a simple customers who show up possible for everyone. As step everyone can take for at a store without a face we have seen in states and their safety and the safety covering to try and find a municipalities with mask of others in our facilities. solution,” the release said. mandates, virtually every- According to the CDC, face “We are currently consid- one either brings a mask coverings help decrease ering different solutions or readily complies with the spread of COVID-19, for customers.” the requirement, and we and because the virus can To help ensure consis- anticipate that to happen in be spread by people who tency with the new pro- other areas as well. don’t have symptoms and cess, all stores will have a “We know some people don’t know they are infect- single entrance. have differing opinions on ed, it’s critically import- At Sam’s Clubs, asso- this topic. We also recog- ant for everyone to wear a ciates at the entrance will nize the role we can play to face covering in public and follow the same process help protect the health and social distance.” with members, polite- well-being of the commu- The release said in addi- ly reminding them of the nities we serve by follow- tion to posting clear signage requirement to wear a face ing the evolving guidance at the front of the stores, covering when shopping, of health officials like the Walmart has created the the release said. CDC. We appreciate the role of Health Ambassador, Complimentary masks understanding and coop- and those employees will will be provided if the eration of our customers be stationed near the member doesn’t have one. and members in wearing entrance to remind those Or, members can purchase face coverings to protect without a mask of our new masks in the club. their safety and the safety requirements. 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PUBLIC NOTICES follows: Beginning at the said North right of way line or if a copy of this notice Decedent, to wit: ROGERS, AR 72756 PUBLIC NOTICES PRINTED IN Northwest Corner of the North 87 degrees 57’29” was mailed to, or served The personal NEWSPAPERS HELP FULFILL Northeast Quarter of the West 129.19 feet to true upon, such creditor by the REAL ESTATE DESCRIBED representative’s attorney’s THE CITIZEN’S CONSTITUTION- Southwest Quarter of said point of beginning. personal representative, AS: LOTS 9, 10, 11, 12, name, business address AL RIGHT OF DUE PROCESS OF Section 23, thence South TRACT II: Lots 5, 6, 7, then within two months AND 13, BLOCK 5, HAYES and phone number is: LAW BY PUTTING HIM ON NO- 87 degrees 56 minutes 42 and 8 in Block 3 McCann’s from the date it was mailed ADDITION TO THE TOWN MONIQUE A. HANNAM, TICE OF MATTERS WHICH AF- seconds East 471.38 feet to Addition to the Town of or served, whichever is later, OF PURDY, BARRY 702 WEST STREET, FECT HIM OR HIS PROPERTY. the Westerly right of way line Seligman, Missouri Barry or be forever barred to the COUNTY, MISSOURI. P.O. BOX 276, of Missouri Highway No. 37, County, Missouri as per the fullest extent permissible by CASSVILLE, MO 65625; thence along said Westerly recorded plat thereof. law. Such six-month period Petitioner’s attorney is 417-847-2734 TRUSTEE right of way line South 10 (Description furnished) and such two-month period Chris L. Weber, Weber Law The personal degrees 33 minutes 45 do not extend the limitation Office, LLC, whose address representative’s designated seconds East 74.93 feet, to satisfy said debt and period that would bar claims is 307 4th Street, P.O. Box agent’s name, business NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S thence continuing along costs. one year after the decedent’s 187, Monett, MO 65708, address, and phone number FORECLOSURE SALE said Westerly right of way death, as provided in section Telephone: (417) 235-3858. is: FOR DEFAULT in the line South 15 degrees 42 NOTICE 473.444, RSMo, or any You are hereby required MONIQUE A. HANNAM, payment of debt secured minutes 17 seconds West Pursuant to the Fair Debt other applicable limitation to appear to answer said 702 WEST STREET, by a Deed of Trust executed 212.34 feet, thence South Collection Practices Act, periods. Nothing in section petition on AUGUST 28, P.O. BOX 276, by DOLLY L. STOCKTON, 45 degrees 34 minutes 43 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no 473.033, RSMo, shall be 2020, at 9:15 A.M. o’clock CASSVILLE, MO 65625; a single person, dated seconds East 31.36 feet, information concerning the construed to bar any action a.m. in the Probate Division 417-847-2734 December 13, 2012, and thence leaving the Westerly collection of this debt may against a decedent’s liability of the Circuit Court of Barry All creditors of said recorded on December right of way line of Missouri be given without the prior insurance carrier through a County, at the Barry County decedent are notified to file 20, 2012 in Book 12, at Highway No. 37 South 26 consent of the consumer defendant ad litem pursuant Judicial Center, 102 West St., claims in court within six Page 6783, in the office degrees 47 minutes 40 given directly to the debt to section 537.021, RSMo. Cassville, Missouri, at which months from the date of first of the Recorder of Deeds seconds West 237.96 feet, collector or the express Date of decedent’s time and place said petition publication of this notice of Barry County, Missouri, thence North 77 degrees 11 permission of a court of death was January 6, 2019. will be heard. Should you fail or if a copy of this notice the undersigned Trustee minutes 56 seconds West competent jurisdiction. The Date of first publication therein, judgment may be was mailed to, or served will on Friday, July 24, 200.91 feet, thence North debt collector is attempting is JULY 15, 2020. entered on the Petition. upon, such creditor by the 2020, between the hours 88 degrees 37 minutes 14 to collect a debt and any (SEAL) (SEAL) personal representative, of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., seconds West 158.18 feet, information obtained will be Craig Williams CRAIG WILLIAMS, CIRCUIT then within two months specifically at 10:00 a.m. at thence North 01 degrees 22 used for that purpose. Circuit Clerk CLERK from the date it was mailed the East Front Court House minutes 46 seconds East By: Sherry L. Allee, By Sherry Allee or served, whichever is later, Door in the City of Cassville, 481.15 feet to the true point /s/ L. Dwayne Hackworth Clerk Probate Clerk or be forever barred to the County of Barry, sell at of beginning. L. Dwayne Hackworth 1st Ins. 7-15-20 26-29 1st. Ins. 7-15-20 26-29 fullest extent permissible by public venue to the highest Trustee ______law. Such six-month period bidder for cash the following ALSO a strip of land 120 1401 N Main - Suite 200 and such two-month period described real estate feet wide of the entire Piedmont, MO 63957 IN THE 39TH JUDICIAL IN THE 39TH JUDICIAL do not extend the limitation located in Barry County, North side of the following (573) 223-4247 CIRCUIT COURT OF CIRCUIT COURT OF period that would bar claims Missouri, to-wit: tract, to-wit: A tract of BARRY COUNTY, BARRY COUNTY, one year after the decedent’s land described as follows: Insertions: July 22 & 29 and CASSVILLE, CASSVILLE, death, as provided in section Lot Seven (7), and the South Beginning 894.3 feet North August 5 & 12, 2020 MISSOURI MISSOURI 473.444, RSMo, or any half of Lot Eight (8), in Block of the Southeast corner of 1st Ins. 7-22-20 27-30 PROBATE DIVISION PROBATE DIVISION other applicable limitation Ten (10), S. M. Mitchell’s the Northwest Quarter of In the Estate of In the Estate of: periods. Nothing in section Second Addition to the City 473.033, RSMo, shall be the Southwest Quarter of PROBATE FREDERICK JOHN LINDA L. WILKERSON of Cassville, Barry County, Section 23, Township 21, MAMROT, Deceased. Deceased. construed to bar any action Missouri, according to the Range 28, thence North Case No. 20BR-PR00101 Case No. 20BR-PR00111 against a decedent’s liability recorded plat thereof. 280 feet, thence West to the IN THE CIRCUIT COURT NOTICE OF LETTERS NOTICE OF LETTERS insurance carrier through a railroad right of way, thence OF OF AMINISTRATION TESTAMENTARY defendant ad litem pursuant to satisfy said debt and South along said railroad BARRY COUNTY GRANTED GRANTED to section 537.021, RSMo. trust. right of way 10 feet, thence MISSOURI Date of decedent’s (Supervised Administration (Supervised Administration) East 130.5 feet, thence PROBATE DIVISION Non-Resident Fiduciary) To all persons interested death was FEB. 25, 2020. Jon Horner, South 40 feet, thence West To all persons interested in the Estate of LINDA L. Date of first publication Trustee AT CASSVILLE 120.7 feet to railroad right In the Estate of: ) in the Estate of FREDERICK WILKERSON, decedent. is JULY 15, 2020. of way, thence South along MARY EMILY DYER, ) JOHN MAMROT, decedent. On JULY 10, 2020, the (SEAL) Blake B. Fields, said railroad right of way On JULY 6, 2020, last will of the decedent Craig Williams Attorney for Trustee Deceased ) 230 feet, thence East to the Estate No. 20BR-PR00009 the following individual having been admitted Circuit Clerk Law Office of Blake B. place of beginning. NOTICE OF FILING OF was appointed personal to probate, the following By: Sherry L. Allee, Fields, LLC Also known as L.E. Beattie’s representative of the estate individuals were appointed Clerk 605 Main Street, FINAL SETTLEMENT AND Addition Lots 3-15 Block 1 of FREDERICK JOHN personal representatives 1st Ins. 7-15-20 26-29 Cassville, MO 65625 PETITION in Plat Book 2 at Page 46, MAMROT, decedent, by of the estate of LINDA L. ______1st Ins. 7-1-20 24-27 FOR DISTRIBUTION Barry County, Missouri. the Probate Division of WILKERSON, decedent, by ______To all persons interested EXCEPTING a strip of land the Circuit Court of Barry the Probate Division of the IN THE 39TH JUDICIAL in the estate of MARY EMILY CIRCUIT COURT OF deeded to Missouri State DYER, deceased: County, Missouri. Circuit Court of Barry County, NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S BARRY COUNTY, FORECLOSURE SALE Highway, Except Lots 3 and You are hereby notified The name, business Missouri. The names, 4 in Block 1 of L.E. Beattie’s address of the personal business addresses of the CASSVILLE, FOR DEFAULT in the that the undersigned MISSOURI Addition to Seligman, Personal Representatives representative is: personal representatives are: payment of debt secured Missouri, according to the BARTHOLOMEW JOHN GREGORY A. WILKERSON, PROBATE DIVISION by a Deed of Trust executed will file a Final Settlement and recorded Plat thereof, said MAMROT, In the Estate of JAMES by TIM VERMILLION, a Petition for determination 3725 CARNELL RD., Plat recorded in Book 2 at 1121 E. 7TH AVENUE CIR. CLARK FLANARY, SR., single person, dated April of the persons who are the ROCKY COMFORT, MO Page 46 in the Barry County Deceased. 21, 2015, and recorded on successors in interest to BROOMFIELD, CO 80020 64861. Land Records. The personal and Case No. 20BR-PR00114 April 27, 2015 in Book 15, the personal/real estate of NOTICE OF LETTERS the decedent and of the representative’s attorney’s JEFFERY JOHN at Page 1820, in the office (Description furnished) WILKERSON, TESTAMENTARY of the Recorder of Deeds extent and character of name, business address GRANTED their interest therein and for and phone number is: P.O. BOX 102, of Barry County, Missouri, (Supervised Administration the undersigned Trustee to satisfy said debt and distribution of such property, JAMES MICHAEL RIEHN, WHEATON, MO 64874 costs. PO BOX 324, The personal Non-Resident Fiduciary) will on Friday, July 24, in the Probate Division of To all persons CASSVILLE, MO 65625; representatives’ attorney’s 2020, between the hours the Circuit Court of Barry interested in the Estate of NOTICE 417-847-1339 County, Missouri, on or after name, business address JAMES CLARK FLANARY, of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Pursuant to the Fair Debt The personal AUGUST 6, 2020, or as may and phone number is: SR., decedent. specifically at 10:00 a.m. at Collection Practices Act, representative’s designated DONALD LYNN CUPPS, the East Front Court House be continued by the Court, On JULY 16, 2020, the 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no P.O. BOX 276, Door in the City of Cassville, and that any objections or agent’s name, business last will of the decedent County of Barry, sell at information concerning the exceptions to such Final address, and phone number CASSVILLE, MO 65625, is: having been admitted to public venue to the highest collection of this debt may Settlement or Petition or 417-847-2734. probate, the following be given without the prior JAMES MICHAEL RIEHN, bidder for cash the following any item thereof must be All creditors of said individual was appointed PO BOX 324, described real estate consent of the consumer in writing and filed within decedent are notified to file personal representative of given directly to the debt located in Barry County, twenty days after the filing CASSVILLE, MO 65625; claims in court within six the estate of JAMES CLARK collector or the express Missouri, to-wit: of such Final Settlement. 417-847-1339 months from the date of first FLANARY, SR., decedent, permission of a court of All creditors of said publication of this notice by the Probate Division of All of Lots 28C and competent jurisdiction. The /s/ DONALD L. CUPPS, decedent are notified to file or if a copy of this notice the Circuit Court of Barry 28D Shawnee Woods debt collector is attempting Attorney claims in court within six was mailed to, or served County, Missouri. to collect a debt and any Ellis, Cupps, & Cole, P.C. upon, such creditor by the Subdivision as per the months from the date of first The name, business recorded plat thereof, Barry information obtained will be P.O. Box 276, publication of this notice personal representative, address of the personal County, Missouri. used for that purpose. Cassville, MO 65625 or if a copy of this notice then within two months representative is: 417-847-2734 was mailed to, or served from the date it was mailed JAMES CLARK /s/ L. Dwayne Hackworth /s/ Carla Jean Francisco, upon, such creditor by the or served, whichever is later, FLANARY, JR. to satisfy said debt and L. Dwayne Hackworth and personal representative, or be forever barred to the 192 SPRUCE PINE RD trust. Trustee /s/ David W. Dyer then within two months fullest extent permissible by OCOEE FL 34761 Jon Horner, Trustee 1401 N Main - Suite 200 Personal Representatives from the date it was mailed law. Such six-month period The personal Security Bank of Southwest Piedmont, MO 63957 1st Ins. 7-15-20 26-29 or served, whichever is later, and such two-month period representative’s attorney’s Missouri (573) 223-4247 ______or be forever barred to the do not extend the limitation Insertions: July 22 & 29 and name, business address fullest extent permissible by period that would bar claims and phone number is: Blake B. Fields, August 5 & 12, 2020 IN THE 39TH JUDICIAL law. Such six-month period one year after the decedent’s DAVID ALLEN COLE, Attorney for Trustee 1st Ins. 7-22-20 27-30 CIRCUIT COURT OF and such two-month period death, as provided in section PO BOX 276, Law Office of ______BARRY COUNTY, do not extend the limitation 473.444, RSMo, or any CASSVILLE, MO 65625, Blake B. Fields, LLC CASSVILLE, period that would bar claims other applicable limitation 417-847-2734. 605 Main Street, Cassville, NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S MISSOURI one year after the decedent’s periods. Nothing in section The personal MO 65625 SALE PROBATE DIVISION death, as provided in section 473.033, RSMo, shall be representative’s designated For default in the 473.444, RSMo, or any 1st Ins. 7-1-20 24-27 In the Estate of DANIEL construed to bar any action agent’s name, business ______payment of debt and E. KUKULKA, Deceased. other applicable limitation against a decedent’s liability address, and phone number performance of obligations Case No. 20BR-PR00106 periods. Nothing in section insurance carrier through a is: secured by deed of trust 473.033, RSMo, shall be NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF LETTERS defendant ad litem pursuant DAVID ALLEN COLE, SALE executed by L. B. Corn and TESTAMENTARY construed to bar any action to section 537.021, RSMo. PO BOX 276, For default in the Opal Corn, his wife, dated GRANTED against a decedent’s liability Date of the decedent’s CASSVILLE, MO 65625, payment of debt and August 15, 2011, recorded (Supervised Administration insurance carrier through a death was MAY 11, 2020. 417-847-2734. performance of obligations in Book 11 at Page 4290 Non-Resident Fiduciary) defendant ad litem pursuant Date of first publication: All creditors of said secured by deed of trust in the office of the recorder To all persons interested to section 537.021, RSMo. JULY 15, 2020. decedent are notified to file executed by L. B. Corn and of deeds for Barry County, in the Estate of DANIEL E. Date of decedent’s (SEAL) claims in court within six Opal Corn, his wife, dated Missouri, the undersigned KUKULKA, decedent. death was FEBRUARY 12, Craig Williams months from the date of first October 24, 2012, recorded trustee will on Friday, August On JULY 6, 2020, the 2020. Circuit Clerk publication of this notice in Book 12 at Page 5797 in 14, 2020, at 1:00 p.m., at last will of the decedent Date of first publication By: Sherry L. Allee, or if a copy of this notice the office of the recorder the East front door of the having been admitted to is JULY 15, 2020. Clerk was mailed to, or served of deeds for Barry County, Barry County Courthouse probate, the following (SEAL) To be published in the upon, such creditor by the Missouri, the undersigned in Cassville, Missouri, sell at individual was appointed Craig Williams Cassville Democrat personal representative, trustee will on Friday, August public vendue to the highest personal representative Circuit Clerk 1st Ins. 7-15-20 26-29 then within two months 14, 2020, at 1:00 p.m., at bidder for cash: of the estate of DANIEL By: Sherry L. Allee, ______from the date it was mailed the East front door of the E. KUKULKA, decedent, Clerk or served, whichever is later, Barry County Courthouse TRACT I: A part of the by the Probate Division of 1st Ins. 7-15-20 26-29 IN THE 39TH JUDICIAL or be forever barred to the in Cassville, Missouri, sell at Northeast Quarter of the the Circuit Court of Barry ______CIRCUIT COURT OF fullest extent permissible by public vendue to the highest Southwest Quarter of County, Missouri. BARRY COUNTY, law. Such six-month period bidder for cash: Section 23, Township 21 The name, business IN THE CIRCUIT COURT CASSVILLE, and such two-month period North, Range 28 West, address of the personal OF BARRY COUNTY, MISSOURI do not extend the limitation TRACT 1: All of Lots 11 and Seligman, Barry County, representative is: MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION period that would bar claims 12 and part of 13 described Missouri; being more SARAH KUKULKA, PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of LYLE one year after the decedent’s as follows: Beginning at the particularly described as 13111 TAFT ST., At Cassville SAM ROSE, Deceased. death, as provided in section Southwest corner of Lot 13, follows: Commencing at CROWN POINT, IN 46307 In the Estate of: ) Case No. 20BR-PR00108 473.444, RSMo, or any thence North 4 feet, thence the Southwest corner of the The personal MILDRED MYERS, ) NOTICE OF LETTERS other applicable limitation East 97 feet, thence South Northeast Quarter of the representative’s attorney’s deceased ) OF AMINISTRATION periods. Nothing in section 4 feet, thence West 97 feet Southwest Quarter of said name, business address Estate No. ) GRANTED 473.033, RSMo, shall be to the place of beginning, Section 23, thence South 88 and phone number is: 20BR-PR00109 ) (Supervised Administration construed to bar any action all the above land being in degrees 05’07” East 353.46 DONALD L. CUPPS, Non-Resident Fiduciary) against a decedent’s liability Davis Addition to the Town feet, thence North 01 PO BOX 276, NOTICE OF HEARING To all persons interested insurance carrier through a of Seligman, Barry County, degrees 54’53” East 28.70 CASSVILLE, MO 65625, ON PETITION FOR in the Estate of LYLE SAM defendant ad litem pursuant Missouri. feet to the true point of 417-847-2734. DETERMINATION OF ROSE, decedent. to section 537.021, RSMo. ALSO: All Lots 1, 2, 3 and beginning, said point being The personal HEIRSHIP On JULY 8, 2020, Date of the decedent’s 4 in Block 1, in Beattie’s on the North right-of-way representative’s designated To Unknown heirs or the following individual death was JULY 2, 2020. Addition to the Town of line of a county road, thence agent’s name, business unknown person who may was appointed personal Date of first publication Seligman, Barry County, North 02 degrees 04’44” address, and phone number claim an interest in the representative of the is JULY 22, 2020. Missouri, EXCEPT right of East 122.16 feet, thence is: Estate of Mildred Myers, estate of LYLE SAM ROSE, Craig Williams way of State Highway. North 01 degree 22’16” East DONALD L. CUPPS, deceased. decedent, by the Probate Circuit Clerk 165.84 feet, thence East PO BOX 276, TAKE NOTICE that a Petition Division of the Circuit Court By: Sherry L. Allee, TRACT 2: Part of the a distance of 129.19 feet, CASSVILLE, MO 65625, for Determination of Heirs of Barry County, Missouri. Clerk Northeast Quarter of the thence South 01 degree 417-847-2734. of the above captioned The name, business 1st Ins. 7-22-20 27-30 Southwest Quarter of 03’24” West 163.29 feet, All creditors of said Decedent, has been filed in address of the personal ______Section 23, Township 21, thence South 03 degrees decedent are notified to file this Court by Loretta Truett representative is: Range 28, Barry County, 36’08” West 124.71 feet to claims in court within six to determine heirs and their LUCINDA K. ROSE Visit us online at: Missouri, being more the North right of way line of months from the date of first respective interests as heirs 1600 W. PERSIMMON, APT. cassville-democrat.com particularly described as a county road, thence along publication of this notice to the following property of D1, Page 16 • Wednesday, July 22, 2020 Cassville Democrat

Nothing in section 473.033, that, unless you file an David A. Cole, P.O. Box 276, Missouri. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT PROBATE RSMo, shall be construed answer or other pleading or 702 West Street, Cassville, A true copy from the OF BARRY COUNTY, to bar any action against a shall otherwise appear and Missouri 65625. record. MISSOURI, PROBATE DIVISION IN THE 39TH JUDICIAL decedent’s liability insurance defend against the aforesaid YOU ARE FURTHER Witness my hand and the seal of the Circuit Court In the matter of: CIRCUIT COURT OF carrier through a defendant petition within 45 days after NOTIFIED that, unless the 8th day of JULY, 2020, this 13th day of JULY, 2020. KINSLEY ENGMAN, ) BARRY COUNTY ad litem pursuant to section you file an answer or other judgment by default will be pleading or shall otherwise (SEAL) Minor Child. ) MISSOURI 537.021, RSMo. rendered against you. appear and defend against s/s Craig Williams Case no. 20BR-PR00065 PROBATE DIVISION Date of the decedent’s death was APRIL 5, 2020. It is ordered that a copy hereof the aforesaid Petition within Circuit Clerk NOTICE UPON ORDER In the Estate of: be published according 45 days after the 1st day /s/ by FOR SERVICE BY JAMES EDGAR HERBIG Date of first publication to law in the Cassville of July, 2020, judgment by K. Hayes is JULY 22, 2020. PUBLICATION Deceased. Democrat, a newspaper of default will be rendered 1st Ins. 7-22-20 27-30 The State of Missouri Case No. 20BR-PR00070 Craig Williams general circulation published against you. Circuit Clerk to: Cheyenne Engman, NOTICE OF LETTERS in Barry County, Missouri. IT IS ORDERED that a natural mother of K.E. and /s/ Sherry L. Allee, A true copy from the copy hereof be published GUARDIAN OF ADMINISTRATION unknown father of K.E. WITH WILL ANNEXED Probate Clerk record. according to law in the 1st Ins. 7-22-20 27-30 Witness my hand and Cassville Democrat, a You are hereby notified (Supervised Administration) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT that an action has been To all persons interested ______the seal of the Circuit Court newspaper of general this 2nd day of JULY 2020. circulation published in the OF BARRY COUNTY, commenced against you in the Estate of JAMES MISSOURI, PROBATE in the Circuit Court for the EDGAR HERBIG, Decedent: IN THE 39TH JUDICIAL (SEAL) County of Barry, State of CIRCUIT COURT OF Craig Williams Missouri. DIVISION County of Barry, Probate On MAY 6, 2020, the last In the matter of: division, state of Missouri, will of the decedent having BARRY COUNTY, CIRCUIT CLERK A true copy from the CASSVILLE, record. CAYDEN A. HOPKINS ) the object and general been admitted to probate, BY: WITNESS my hand and A male minor child ) nature of which is to obtain the following individual was MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION Hannah Henson seal of the Circuit Court this Case no. 20BR-PR00082 a guardianship of a minor. appointed the personal DEPUTY CLERK 22nd day of June 2020. NOTICE UPON ORDER The names of all parties representative of the estate In the Estate of: BETTY HIGGS 1st Ins. 7-8-20 25-28 FOR SERVICE BY in this action stated in the of JAMES EDGAR HERBIG, ______(SEAL) PUBLICATION caption above, and the decedent, by the Probate LAMBERSON Deceased. The State of Missouri name and address of the Division of the Circuit Court CRAIG WILLIAMS, Case No. 20BR-PR00112 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT to: FLAVIO CASTRO, attorney for the Petitioner of Barry County, Cassville, OF BARRY COUNTY, Circuit Clerk Natural father: Susann Engman, is: Darlene Missouri. The personal NOTICE OF LETTERS By: TESTAMENTARY MISSOURI You are hereby notified F. Parrigon, P.O. Box A, 101 representative’s business AT CASSVILLE /s/ Hannah Henson that an action has been N. Elm, Suite F, Pierce City, GRANTED Deputy Clerk address is: commenced against you Missouri 65723. DEBORAH L HERBIG (Supervised Administration) 1st Ins. 7-1-20 24-27 To all persons interested NELSON A. TUCKER ) in the Circuit Court for the You are further notified 13735 FARM ROAD 1040 and ) ______in the Estate of BETTY County of Barry, Probate that, unless you file an EXETER, MO 65647 LINDA J. TUCKER, ) answer or other pleading or HIGGS LAMBERSON, IN THE CIRCUIT COURT division, State of Missouri, The personal Husband and Wife, ) shall otherwise appear and decedent. OF BARRY COUNTY, the object and general representative’s attorney’s Plaintiffs, ) nature of which is to obtain defend against this action On JULY 10, 2020, the ) MISSOURI name, business address a Guardianship of Minors. within 45 days after the 8th and phone number is: last will of the decedent vs. ) At Cassville having been admitted to ) In the Marriage of: ) The names of all parties day of JULY 2020, judgment JAMES MICHAEL RIEHN in this action stated in the by default will be entered P.O. BOX 324, probate, the following KENNETH M. DILLE, ) CRYSTAL MELODY ) individual was appointed JOHN DOE ) BROWN, ) caption above, and the against you. CASSVILLE, MO 65625; name and address of the Notice is further given 417-847-1339. personal representative of and JANE DOE, ) Petitioner, ) their heirs, grantees, ) attorney for the Petitioners that this matter will be heard All creditors of the the estate of BETTY HIGGS vs. ) LAMBERSON, decedent, devisees, ) STEVEN RAY BROWN, ) is Fares H. Masri, Attorney in the Probate Court of decedent are notified to file by the Probate Division of successors, consorts, ) Respondent. ) at Law, P.O. Box 151, Barry County, Missouri, on claims in court within six the Circuit Court of Barry and assigns. ) Case No. 20BR-DR00118 Monett, MO 65708. the 28th day of AUGUST months from the date of first County, Missouri. Defendants. ) ORDER OF NOTICE BY You are further notified 2020, at 9:30 a.m. publication of this notice The name, business PUBLICATION that, unless you file an It is ordered that a or if a copy of this notice address of the personal Case No. 20BR-CC00043 The State of Missouri answer or other pleading or copy hereof be published was mailed to, or served representative is: to: STEVEN RAY BROWN: shall otherwise appear and according to law in the upon, such creditor by the RALPH LAMBERSON, ORDER FOR PUBLICATION You are hereby notified defend against this action Cassville Democrat, personal representative, OF NOTICE 10239 FARM RD 1035, that an action has been within 45 days after JULY 1, Cassville, Missouri, a then within two months commenced in the Circuit PURDY, MO 65734 2020, judgment by default newspaper of general from the date it was mailed THE STATE OF Court in the County of Barry, The personal will be entered against you. circulation published in the or served, whichever is later, MISSOURI TO: Missouri, the object and representative’s attorney’s Notice is further given County of Barry, State of or be forever barred to the Defendants, Kenneth M. general nature of which is name, business address that this matter will be Missouri. fullest extent permissible by Dille, John Doe and Jane Dissolution of Marriage. and phone number is: heard in the Probate Court A true copy from the law. Such six-month period Doe, but if they shall The names of all the DAVID ALLEN COLE, of Barry County, Missouri, record. and such two-month period be deceased, then their parties to said suit are PO BOX 276, on the 10th day of August Witness my hand the do not extend the limitation unknown heirs, grantees, stated above in the caption CASSVILLE, MO 65625, devisees, successors, 2020, at 9:00 a.m. seal of the Circuit Court this period that would bar claims hereof and the name and 417-847-2734. consorts, and assigns of address of the attorney for It is ordered that a 2nd day of JULY 2020. one year after the decedent’s All creditors of said those of them who shall be Petitioner is: David A. Cole, copy hereof be published J. Craig Williams death, as provided in section decedent are notified to file deceased. P. O. Box 276, Cassville, according to law in the SEAL By: Sherry L. Allee 473.444, RSMo, or any claims in court within six YOU ARE HEREBY Missouri 65625. Cassville Democrat, Probate Clerk other applicable limitation months from the date of first NOTIFIED that an action has You are further notified Cassville, Missouri, a 1st Ins. 7-8-20 25-28 periods. Nothing in section publication of this notice been commenced against that, unless you file an newspaper of general ______473.033, RSMo, shall be or if a copy of this notice you in the Circuit Court answer or other pleading or circulation published in the construed to bar any action for the County of Barry, shall otherwise appear and County of Barry, State of was mailed to, or served Missouri, the object and against a decedent’s liability upon, such creditor by the defend against the aforesaid Missouri. insurance carrier through a general nature of which is petition within 45 days after A true copy from the STAY personal representative, to quiet title to the following the 22nd day of JULY 2020, defendant ad litem pursuant then within two months record. to section 537.021, RSMo. described property in Barry judgment by default will be from the date it was mailed County, Missouri: Witness my hand the CURRENT Date of the decedent’s rendered against you. seal of the Circuit Court this or served, whichever is later, All that part of Knob Hill Acres It is ordered that a death was January 24, or be forever barred to the 19th day of June 2020. Call 847.2610 to 2020. of Section 14, Township 22 copy hereof be published fullest extent permissible by North, Range 25 West, Barry according to law in the J. Craig Williams subscribe to the Date of first publication is law. Such six-month period County, Missouri described SEAL By: Sherry L. Allee July 8, 2020. Cassville Democrat, a and such two-month period as follows: Commencing newspaper of general Probate Clerk Cassville Democrat. Craig Williams do not extend the limitation at a found iron pin at the circulation published in the 1st Ins. 7-1-20 24-27 cassville-democrat.com Circuit Clerk period that would bar claims Southwest corner of Lot 8, County of Barry, State of ______/s/ Sherry L. Allee, one year after the decedent’s Block C of Knob Hill Acres, Probate Clerk death, as provided in section thence along a curve to 1st Ins. 7-8-20 25-28 473.444, RSMo, or any the right having a radius ______other applicable limitation of 234.41 feet and a chord periods. Nothing in section bearing of North 48 degrees IN THE 39TH JUDICIAL 473.033, RSMo, shall be 34 minutes 35 seconds CIRCUIT COURT OF East and a chord length of construed to bar any action 2.51 feet to a set iron pin BARRY COUNTY against a decedent’s liability MISSOURI and the point of beginning; insurance carrier through a thence continuing along PROBATE DIVISION defendant ad litem pursuant In the Estate of: said curve having a radius to section 537.021, RSMo. of 234.41 feet and a chord ROLAND ERNEST KOEPP Date of the decedent’s Deceased. bearing of North 70 degrees death was MAY 6, 2020. 11 minutes 57 seconds East Case No. 20BR-PR00113 Date of first publication: and a chord length of 170.42 NOTICE OF LETTERS JULY 22, 2020. feet to a found iron pin at OF ADMINISTRATION (SEAL) the Southeast corner of Lot GRANTED Craig Williams 6, Block C Knob Hill Acres (Independent Administration) Circuit Clerk Subdivision; thence South To all persons interested By: Sherry L. Allee, 08 degrees 04 minutes 20 in the Estate of ROLAND Clerk seconds East along the ERNEST KOEPP, Decedent: To be published in the extension of the East line On JULY 15, 2020, the Cassville Democrat of Lot 6, 56.59 feet to a following individual was 1st Ins. 7-22-20 27-30 set iron pin; thence South appointed the personal 89 degrees 25 minutes 20 representative of the estate seconds West, 168.30 feet of ROLAND ERNEST KOEPP, MISCELLANEOUS to the point of beginning. decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court The names of all the of Barry County, Cassville, IN THE CIRCUIT COURT parties to said suit are stated Missouri. OF BARRY COUNTY, above in the caption hereof and the name and address The personal MISSOURI representative’s business of the attorney for Plaintiff is address is: JOHN PAUL ) WILLIAM KOEPP, FERGUSON, ) 26768 CHEROKEE LANE, and ) SHELL KNOB, MO 65747 KATRINA FAY ) The personal FERGUSON, ) representative may and ) administer the estate HANNAH MARIE ) independently without VOLLEBERG, ) Petitioners, ) adjudication, order, or ) direction of the Probate vs. ) Division of the Circuit AMANDA DAWN ) Court, unless a petition for SORDEN ) supervised administration is and ) made to and granted by the KENNETH ROBERT ) court. VOLLEBERG, ) The personal Respondent. ) representative’s attorney’s name, business address and ORDER OF PUBLICATION phone number is: OF NOTICE CODY ALAN FENTON, THE STATE OF 168 S. PAYNE STEWART MISSOURI TO: AMANDA DR., STE 150, DAWN SORDEN and BRANSON, MO 65616; KENNETH ROBERT 417-335-3550. VOLLEBERG, and to all All creditors of the persons interested in the decedent are notified to file person of HANNAH MARIE claims in court within six VOLLEBERG. months from the date of first You are hereby notified publication of this notice that an action has been or if a copy of this notice commenced against you was mailed to, or served in the Circuit Court for the upon, such creditor by the County of Barry, State of Missouri, the object and personal representative, general nature of which then within two months from is to adopt the person the date it was mailed or known as HANNAH MARIE served, whichever is later, VOLLEBERG. or be forever barred to the The names of all the fullest extent permissible by parties to said suit are law. Such six-month period stated above in the caption and such two-month period hereof and the name and do not extend the limitation address of the attorney for period that would bar claims the Petitioners is J. Michael one year after the decedent’s Riehn, 104 West 7th Street, death, as provided in section P. O. Box 324, Cassville, MO 473.444, RSMo, or any other 65625. applicable limitation periods. You are further notified Cassville Democrat Wednesday, July 22, 2020 • Page 17 CLASSIFIEDS

PUBLICATION 16. Help Wanted 16. Help Wanted GUARDIAN The State of Missouri 1. Special Notices 16. Help Wanted to: JESSICA ANN BRYAN SEYMORE and the IMPORTANT INFORMATION: $5,000.00 SIGN-ON bonus for IN THE CIRCUIT COURT Please check your ad the first day C.N.A.s. Many shifts available. OF BARRY COUNTY, UNKNOWN FATHER OF of publication. If it contains an er- Please apply in person at Autumn MISSOURI, PROBATE ASTRAEA JO MARIE ror, report it to The Cassville DIVISION BRYAN. Hill Nursing Facility, 500 Ham- Democrat Classified Department. In the matter of: You are hereby notified HELP mons Rd., Berryville, Arkansas. Errors will be corrected and credit PAYTON M. PAYNE ) that an action has been 870-423-6966. commenced against you will be issued for the first day of A female minor child. ) HELP WANTED: Looking for Case no. 20BR-PR00104 in the Circuit Court for the publications only. The Cassville qualified advertising sales person NOTICE UPON ORDER County of Barry, Probate Democrat shall not be liable for FOR SERVICE BY division, state of Missouri, any loss or expense that results WANTED for newspaper, magazine, and PUBLICATION the object and general from the publication (whether pub- digital. Income will be commission The State of Missouri nature of which is to obtain a lished correctly or not) or omission based. Qualified person will have to: STEVEN PAYNE, natural guardianship of said minor. of an advertisement. unlimited territory and the pos- The names of all parties HOUSEKEEPERS sibility for unlimited income. Send father: You are hereby notified in this action are Alisa Marie resumes to monettcommu- Main and Jimmie Edward 4. Announcements that an action has been [email protected]. commenced against you Main, and the name and in the Circuit Court for the address of the attorney for JESUS I need a good job in Mo- HELP WANTED: Part-time assist- County of Barry, Probate the Petitioner is: J. Michael nett. Call 417-230-2057. ant City Clerk. 2+ days per week. division, state of Missouri, Riehn, Attorney at Law, P.O. $10 per hour. Apply in person. the object and general Box 324, Cassville, MO Must be clean 118 S Front St., Exeter. 65625. 9. Services Offered nature of which is to obtain 417-835-2823. a guardianship of minors. You are further notified The names of all parties that, unless you file an BALING. YOUNGBERG Ranch and smoke free. LOCAL DUMP TRUCK DRIVER: in this action stated in the answer or other pleading Supply 417-498-6511. Charlotte. Full-time, Class B CDL required caption above, and the or otherwise appear and Taking orders, baling 4x6 net- and at least 3 years Truck Driving defend against this action name and address of the wrapped, $17.50 a bale. experience. Driver is expected to attorney for the Petitioners within 45 days after JULY 22, do daily truck maintenance and in- (Emmanuel Berry and 2020, judgment by default DOSS APPLIANCE Repair Ser- Apply at the spections. Maintain time record- Dianna L. Berry) is Fares will be entered against you. vice: Service all major brands, ings. Ability to pass a pre-employ- H. Masri, Attorney at Law, Notice is further given prompt, experienced service, af- Emory Melton Inn ment criminal background check, P.O. Box 151, Monett, MO that this matter will be heard fordable rates. Call anytime physical/functional exam and drug in the Probate Court of Barry 65708. 417-235-6314. screen. Troubleshoot and problem You are further notified County, Missouri, on the FOR ALL of your heating, air con- Roaring River State Park solve situations/problems (materi- that, unless you file an 25th day of SEPTEMBER 2020, at 9:00 a.m. ditioning and sheet metal work, al quality, equipment opera- answer or other pleading or tions/repair, etc.) Monitor and dis- shall otherwise appear and It is ordered that a call Monett Sheet Metal, copy hereof be published 235-7116. cuss production problems with co- defend against this action workers and managers/supervis- within 45 days after JULY 8, according to law in the Cassville Democrat, GENERAL CONSTRUCTION: ors. Please contact Doug with any 2020, judgment by default questions (417) 466-3758. Bene- will be entered against you. Cassville, Missouri, a Small carpenter jobs, painting, Notice is further given newspaper of general power washing; driveways, decks IMMEDIATE FULL-TIME fits: Health, Dental and 401K. circulation published in the and siding, and small plumbing that this matter will be heard LOCAL OIL County of Barry, State of jobs. 236-5477. TANKER TRUCK in the Probate Court of WAREHOUSE POSITION DRIVER: Full-time. Must have a Barry County, Missouri, on Missouri. A true copy from the MOBILE POWER washing: house valid commercial driver’s license, the 28th day of AUGUST $500.00 Sign-On Bonus After 6 Months. medical card, and clean driving 2020, at 9:30 a.m. record. siding, paint stripping. Insured 23 record. Class A minimum require- It is ordered that a Witness my hand and yrs. Experience welding & all copy hereof be published the seal of the Circuit Court types of maintenance and repair 100% Paid Health Insurance. ment. Must have Tanker Endorse- according to law in the this 16th day of JULY 2020. work. 417-236-4993. ments. Ability to pass a pre-em- Cassville Democrat, Cassville, J. Craig Williams Excellent Hourly Wage. Paid Holidays ployment criminal background Missouri, a newspaper of (SEAL) CHECK IT OUT! And Vacation. 5 Day Work Week. check, physical/functional exam general circulation published By: Sherry L. Allee and drug screen. Previous truck in the County of Barry, State Clerk Homeowner Insurance driving experience (preferred 3 of Missouri. 1st Ins. 7-22-20 27-30 All types. Call John at Please Apply In Person At years experience). Great Benefits: A true copy from the STARCHMAN INSURANCE. 401K, Health, and Dental. Appli- record. BIDS 417- 847-3554 cations can be picked up at the Witness my hand the Ball & Prier Tire, Inc., Blevins Trucking Co. office in seal of the Circuit Court this Hwy 86 & J, Golden, MO. Mount Vernon, or Contact Doug at 1st day of JULY 2020. CITY OF FAIRVIEW LOST YOUR 417-466-3758. J. Craig Williams TAKING BIDS ON Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:00 am-6:00 pm SEAL By: Sherry L. Allee PIPE FOR SALE LICENSE? MONETT SUPER 8 hiring house- Probate Clerk The City of Fairview, Too many lost points or keeping part time, front desk full 1st Ins. 7-8-20 25-28 Mo., is now accepting time & part time. Apply in person. ______sealed bids on the following other violations? We can 417-271-3299 item listed for sale: do the state SR22 filing PART TIME cleaning job in Mo- nett morning or evenings call IN THE CIRCUIT COURT 420 feet of 3-inch pipe. you need to get your OF BARRY COUNTY, Please submit bids to: 417-818-6640. MISSOURI, PROBATE City of Fairview, license back. See John IMMEDIATE FULL-TIME THE CITY DIVISION P.O. Box 100, at Starchman Insurance of Pierce City is looking In the matter of: Fairview, MO 64842 to fill the position of meter reader. THE ESTATE OF: ) For more information Agency, Cassville, MO. TIRE CHANGER Applications can be picked up at ASTRAEA JO MARIE ) you may call 417-632-4318. 417- 847-3554. tf city hall during normal business BRYAN, ) All bids must be $500.00 SIGN ON BONUS! hours. Applications will be taken Minor, ) postmarked and received till July 24, 2020. This is part time Case no. 20BR-PR00115 no later than August 7, Call 847-2610 Full Time Tire Changer needed. monthly only. 417-476-2323. NOTICE UPON ORDER 2020. to subscribe FOR SERVICE BY 1st Ins. 7-22-20 27-28 Immediate opening. Excellent pay, insurance provided 100%. Good Hours. 21. Autos, Trucks for Sale Applicants may apply in person, 91 YJ Jeep new springs, high with or without experience. back seats, roll cage, 35” tires 80% tread, rock & trail Jeep 4 cyl. Please Apply In Person At 3 speed trans, runs great asking $4500.00 OBO 417-489-4082. Ball & Prier Tire, Inc., Hwy 86 & J, Golden, MO. Ask for Chris. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:00am-7:00pm Sat. 8:00am-4:00pm 30. Apartments for Rent

MOVE IN special. Large 2 and 3 417-271-3299 bedroom apartments. Microwave, dishwasher, w/d hookups, walk in closets. Storage closet on balco- ny. Truck parking available, family atmosphere. Small pets ok. Wa- ter, sewer and trash paid. Close to Wal-Mart. Aurora, MO. 417-229-2871.

31. Rooms for Rent

J & T ECONO Rooms to Rent. Weekly low rates - No pets. Cable TV, refrigerator, microwave. has immediate opening 417-489-6000.

for full time 33. Miscellaneous for Sale

CANNING JARS 11 dozen quarts Maintenance $7.00 1 dozen pints $6.00 clean and all with reusable rings. Tub & Apply in person at: shower with all fixtures $100.00 cash no checks firm. 635-4899. lnterpack FACTORY DIRECT Mattress. Now open in Monett. 209 3rd St. 1102 Industrial Park Rd. 235-5681.

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Kylee Arivett, left, of Purdy, screams in delight (or pos- Hunter Clevenger, left, 6, and Daniel Clevenger, both of sibly terror) as she and friend Ashly Cole, of Exeter, are Purdy, enjoyed time together on the Wizzer ride at the flipped upside down on one of the free rides at the 9th 9th Annual Purdy Festival Saturday. Kyle Troutman/editor@ annual Purdy Festival Saturday. Kyle Troutman/editor@cass- cassville-democrat.com ville-democrat.com

The Thunder in the Park Car Show was again big hit this year, coinciding with the 9th Annual Purdy Festival. Kyle Troutman/[email protected]

Some rides were a bit slower pace at the Purdy Festival, like the barrel train that weaved its way through the festivities. Kyle Troutman/[email protected]