Laddonia Celebrates in Style Sesquicentennial, 4Th of July Make for Big Weekend

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021 mexicoledger.com @mexicoledger /mexicoledger $2.00 Laddonia celebrates in style Sesquicentennial, 4th of July make for big weekend

Laddonia had a lot of activity on Saturday, the sesquicentennial celebration that Laddonia's popular Fourth of July celebration drew a large crowd of both spectators kicked off two days of fun. Here, Logan Meine is thrown from a mechanical bull, just and participants for the annual parade on Sunday morning. [Dave Faries] one of the popular attractions for Laddonia's big blast. For more Laddonia, and area events see Page 2 of today's Ledger. [Dave Faries] Mexico Schools A game of mushball Budget shows slight deficit, but district has plenty in reserve

BY DAVE FARIES months to reflect actual financial data. Editor Almost across the board compensation increases approved by the board and included in the budget ac- For fiscal year 2022, the Mexico School District ex- count for much of the difference. Administrators also pects a 2 percent increase in revenue. But they also an- had to adjust for the increased cost of some items and ticipate expenses to jump by 8 percent. services, as well as a slight drop in personnel property Because the schools have built up a healthy reserve, assessed valuations for 2020. however, the administrators believe the district is in Interim superintendent Melissa Chastain has made sound financial shape. staff retention and morale a focus of her term, with The projected budget for fiscal 2022 calls for- rev additional goals of attracting highly qualified staff and Mexico kicked off Sunday's Independence Day festivi- enue of $28.6 against expenditures of $30.4 mil- improving educational programs. ties with a mushball tournament at the Optimist ball lion. District reserves will easily cover the remaining Raises -- $1,000 for teachers, between 5 percent and park. Here, Maria Santiago practices her stance before amount. Federal allocations of $5.5 million and up to 7 percent for support staff and 20 percent for nursing the opening game. [Dave Faries] $7.3 million in pandemic-related relief funds are also -- are considered part of that effort. available. The boost in compensation is very important, she “There’s not any real concern,” said School Board said, “because people are important.” president Todd Yager, adding that these are esti- Mexico schools reported an estimated average daily mates and the budget would be adjusted in the coming See SCHOOL, Page A2 City renews Council skeptical about with drug rental scooter proposal task force BY DAVE FARIES ly way to transform urban transportation. BY DAVE FARIES Editor “I’ve spoken with their representative,” Mexico eco- nomic development director Russell Runge said. “My Editor City Council members were stunned last week by the question was ‘we’re a community of 12,000.’” The city of Mexico renewed its participation in news that electric scooter rental company Bird hoped The company has focused on major urban areas. the East Central Drug Task Force, a cooperative to bring 50 vehicles to Mexico. But scooters are popular on college effort between law enforcement agencies in eight “It sounds a little dangerous campuses. So services have found a counties and the Missouri Highway Patrol. and off the wall,” chairman pro market in Columbia and Fulton. Mexico’s share of the tab for the year is expected tem Vicki Briggs. Last month, Bird introduced to be $11,500. According to Public Safety Depart- The company provides re- rental scooters to the towns of ment chief Susan Rockett, that amount has been chargeable stand up scooters Galesburg and Monmouth in Illi- funded. that can travel at speeds up to 17 nois, with early reports of success. City Council member Chris Williams said it is im- miles per hour. Riders pay elec- Council members cited mainte- portant that residents understand that MPSD does tronically and are charged per nance issues reported from other not employ officers dedicated to narcotics investi - minute, dropping the scooters cities, as well as complaints about gation, although the department typically makes where their trip ends. vehicles left overnight. In Bird’s 60 drug-related arrests in the course of their regu - While Santa Monica, Califor- system, a local manager is tasked lar duties in a year. nia-based Bird has successfully with collecting the scooters every “That’s what we have the task force for,” he noted. placed vehicles in around 100 night for recharging. The company The task force identifies and targets active “drug U.S. cities, as well as across- Eu informed Runge they would like to enterprises” in the eight county area. Its purpose is rope and the Middle East, the operate from 4 a.m. to midnight to bolster the resources of local departments. scooter rental model has critics daily. In addition to Sheriff’s Offices in the area, police as well as advocates. Three Bird scooters on a sidewalk. The Still, the council remains skepti- departments in 12 cities -- including Mexico and There have been injuries. And company suggested interest in Mexico cal. Centralia -- contribute to the coalition, operating people complain about scooters as a market for rental scooters. [Fastily “Where do they think the need under the direction of the Missouri Highway Patrol. or other electric rentals scattered via Wikimedia Commons] is?” Briggs asked. Others cited the The Highway Patrol provides investigators for around cities. condition of streets and potential each case. Nashville voted to make it dif- for misuse and injury. According to Rockett, the arrangement between ficult for companies to install rentals in the city. San “Somehow we think this will be safer than a golfthe law enforcement agencies is unchanged from Francisco recently sent Scoot -- a subsidiary of Bird -- cart?” Chris Williams added. “Before I’d consider it,the previous year. a cease and desist letter for multiple permit violations. we’d have to consider golf carts.” The City Council gave unanimous assent to the Yet the service is billed as an environmentally friend- Golf carts are not permitted on Mexico streets. agreement.

The Mexico Ledger Community ...... A2, B2, B5 Sports ...... B3 Volume 167, Issue 53 Obituaries ...... A4 Comics ...... A5 TODAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 12 Pages Classifieds ...... B4 Education ...... B1 90/70 82/64 91/64 COMMUNITY mexicoledger.com Wednesday, July 7, 2021 A2 More from Laddonia... Party at Garfield Park

Laddonia's annual parade drew everyone from the Community R-6 FFA to Before the Saturday fireworks in Mexico, the area Miss Missouri Callie Cox. around Garfield Park turned into a street party. At top, This year's parade held Deon Pittman enjoys the music. At bottom, Carla Wil- special significance due to liams is all smiles as she rests in the shade. Attendees the town's 150th birthday were treated to a first-rate display and celebration. celebration. [Dave Faries] [Dave Faries] Parade is Auxvasse Highlight

Auxvasse celebrated Inde- pendence Day with a parade through city streets on Saturday. At left, Ender and Ryker Noonan pose for the camera. Below, there was plenty of red, white and blue - and plenty of smiles - during the celbration. [Dave Faries]

Car show draws holiday crowds Freedom of the Road Riders hosted a car show in downtown Mexico on Saturday. Frank Bauman shows off his 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air to Gordon Teague. [Dave Faries] SCHOOL Continued from Page A1 attendance of 2,120 across K-12 for 2021-22, with an additional 120 in summer school. Building a school budget requires tracing revenue from multiple sources, including property taxes, federal and state funds and earning on investments. These go into four different funds. Expenses run through more than 100 categories. Salaries, maintenance, supplies and utilities are among the obvi- Clifford Eugene Williams Sr. ous. But schools spend money on insurance, background checks, fuel, postage and much more. After the departure of superintendent Dr. Tammy Lupardus in the midst of budget planning, Dr. Zach Templeton -- Happy 80th Birthday Daddy! July 6th! he made the process easier.” a former superintendent -- stepped in to help with the process. Chastain praised the administrative “Dr. Templeton’s assistance was staff and board for pulling the budget together. Yager added credit to the solid Love, from Your Family greatly appreciated,” Chastain observed. working relationship between Temple- “Having deadlines to meet for the new Tina A. Williams, Clifford E. Williams Jr., Cynthia Kay ton and Chastain. Williams, Ashley N. Dees, Avery D. Dees Jr., Marco R. budget and with his background in math and understanding of our district“The district is in good financial Sanchez II, Cassaundra N. Sanchez, Nevaeh M. Ellis, shape,” Chastain said. Nehemiah D. Ellis, Florida Casino and Family. Have a news item or photos to submit? Email [email protected]

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Audrain County Sheriff's Office POET documents Mexico Public Safety Department benefits of biofuel Arrest Report BY JANNA FARLEY sity’s College of Agriculture, and Jeff May 20 dangering the welfare of a Halie N. TIller, 39, do- Vital Broin, Founder and CEO of POET. Michael D. Ames, 25, do- child mestic assault (4th degree), The Nature’s Building Blocks series mestic assault (4th degree) Eric W. Bang, 49, non trespass Steve Sinning comes from a long explores the ways in which biotech- May 21 support in excess of 12 Ray A. Redmond, 39, line of farmers. nology is helping to heal, fuel and Jorge Diaz-Lopez, 62, months possession of a weapon at a His father was a farmer. His feed the world and promotes public speeding (20-25 mph), Trey A. Reynolds, 26, correctional facility, driving grandfather was a farmer. Even his understanding of the continued inno- driving without a valid li- riding a motorcycle with- with a suspended license, great-grandfather was a farmer. vation in the human health, agricul- cense out validated license, pos- possession of a controlled “I’ve been farming since the mid- ture, industrial and environmental Jamie N. Delozier, 32, session of drug parapher- substance, unlawful pos- ’70s,” Sinning said. “But it’s really sectors while examining the role of possession of a controlled nalia session of a firearm been all my life. I grew up on a farm— biotechnology in solving some of the substance, possession of Zachary D. Utterback, May 28 the same farm I’m on today. Dad grew world’s greatest environmental and drug paraphernalia 30, driving with a suspend- Willy J. Sutton, 40, do- up here, too. I’m a fourth-generation health challenges. Kayla L. Reading, 35, ed license mestic assault (4th degree), farmer, and my son will be the fifth.” “The short, documentary-style com- possession of a controlled Holly L. Davis, 36, en- speeding (11-15 mph), fail- For decades, Sinning’s family has mercial films for Nature’s Building substance, possession of dangering the welfare of a ure to yield to an emer- played a vital role in putting food on Blocks are solutions-focused,” said drug paraphernalia child, possession of a con- gency vehicle, driving on America’s table. But today, they’re Gemma Jennings, Head of Global Carl R. Paschang, 33, trolled substance, posses- the wrong side of the road, helping meet America’s energy needs, Partnerships for Programme Partner- possession of a controlled sion of drug paraphernalia failure to stop at a stop too. ships BBC StoryWorks. “It starts by substance, possession of May 26 sign, fugitive (in state), ha- “Almost all my corn these days goes contextualizing the problem, or need drug paraphernalia, driv- Stephanie R. Gibson, 27, rassment, resisting arrest, to the POET ethanol plant,” Sinning for a solution, before exploring how ing with a suspended li- possession of marijuana using the license plates of said. “We need to do everything we that solution works and who could cense Andrea M. Farris, 27, another person, unlawful can to save our climate and promote benefit. Within this storytelling ap- Charles E. Rose, 56, burglary use of a weapon agriculture, and the best way to do proach, it’s important that the chal- driving while intoxicated, Trent R. Edwards, 40, Trayvon D. Walls, 30, that is through bioethanol.” lenges and limitations are presented, driving the wrong way on possession of a controlled armed criminal action, Bioethanol is a biofuel—a and the scale of the solution consid- a divided highway, causing substance, possession of possession of a controlled clean-burning, renewable alterna- ered. At the center of each film is an an accident drug paraphernalia, resist- substance, unlawful pos- tive to fossil fuel—and its benefits are interesting human story that would Izayia T. Rutherford, 21, ing arrest session of a firearm, -unlaw tremendous. Sinning said that being be engaging to audiences and shine a driving with a suspended Paula S. Powell, 48, drug ful use of a weapon, firing able to pump more gallons of afford- light on new technologies.” license, failure to surrender court sanction weapon from a vehicle, re- able, higher-octane fuel made from Biofuels, POET’s film explains, are worn license plate, driving Melissa D. Hirst, 39, sisting arrest American-grown corn is a benefit that a real catalyst for sustainable agricul- without insurance, posses- courtesy hold for Adair Brittany L. Ealey, 24, can’t be beat. ture, and the biofuels industry is also sion of marijuana County inmate transport hindering prosecution of a But what many people don’t realize an outlet through which agriculture is Brendan L. Korte, 26, fu- Austin K. Redmon, 20, felony is that the environmental benefits of helping to solve global problems like gitive (in state) drug court sanction Brent A. Gay, 38, driving biofuels extend far beyond the pump. climate change. Simply put, POET’s May 22 May 27 with a suspended license, That’s the message behind a short philosophy is that everything you can Caden H. Pennewell, 19, Tyler R. Shumer, 24, pa- possession of drug para- documentary-style film produced get from a barrel of oil you can get driving with a suspended role or probation violation phernalia for POET by BBC StoryWorks, the from a bushel of corn—it’s simply a license, speeding (16-19 Michelle R. Plowman, Shonna D. Mefford, 30, commercial content division of BBC matter of biotechnology and econom- mph) 50, driving while intoxi- possession of a controlled Global News, and presented by the ics. Kenneth A. Davis, 30, cated, no rear license plate substance, possession of International Council of Biotechnol- “Think of a cornstalk,” Broin said. domestic assault (4th de- lamp drug paraphernalia ogy Associations as part of its Na- “The leaves act as the solar panel, gree) James N. Culwell, 58, Scott Speaks, 23, domes- ture’s Building Blocks series. Sinning and energy is transferred from the May 23 domestic assault (2nd de- tic assault (1st degree), en- is featured in the film, along with Bill sun into the corn kernels and the bio- Rylei N. Moran, 18, driv- gree), domestic assault dangering the welfare of a Gibbons, the Associate Dean for Re- mass, which can be stored indefinite- ing without a valid license (3rd degree), kidnapping child, firing weapon from a search at South Dakota State Univer- ly—so they become nature’s battery.” May 24 (2nd degree) vehicle Joseph T.W. Swims, 31, Tyresha H. Garza, 35, Warren D. Nation, 59, failure to wear safety belt, possession of a controlled domestic assault (3rd de- failure register vehicle, substance gree) Escaped murderer located forgery, driving without insurance, possession of A convicted murderer who had elud- vehicle. an imitation controlled ed authorities for three days is back in Thorpe led officers in Callaway Countysubstance, possession of a custody. on a chase Saturday afternoon. He aban- controlled substance, pos- Stephen Thorpe was arrested with- doned his vehicle and escaped on foot. session of marijuana, pos- out incident by officers from the MexicoHe was on supervised parole at the session of drug parapher- Public Safety Department on the night time. nalia, damage to jail Happy 10th Anniversary to of June 29 after an anonymous tip led Thorpe was transported to the Amy L. Allison, 33, driv- them to the Walmart parking lot in Mex- Audrain County Jail. Missouri Highway ing while intoxicated, pos- Bruce Slagle ico. Authorities report that the 58-year- Patrol officers assisted MPSD in making session of drug parapher- old was hiding in the rear of a parked the arrest. nalia for his Service as City William Atterberry, 29, Manager to the Citizens of driving with a suspended license, failure to stop at a Mexico, Mo. Waechter joins library board stop sign Carl R. Paschang, 33, Sue Waechter has been named to the Pehle also stating interest in serving. forgery, fraudulent use of a From the Mexico-Audrain Library Board. She re- Mayor Chris Miller and chairman credit/debit card, identity Mexico City places Bob Fenlon, who was ineligible pro tem Vicki Briggs both agreed that theft, stealing, tampering Council to continue on the board after serving choosing between the three was diffi- with property three consecutive terms. cult. Aaron M. Conger, 28, Fenlon’s final term ended on July 1. There are nine members on the speeding (16-19 mph) Mexico City Council members select- board. Four are city appointees, the re- Innova D. Garver, 21, ed Waechter from a field of three appli- maining five are named by the County driving with a suspended cants, with Nancy Goedeke and Howard Commission. license, speeding (11-15 mph), driving an unin- sured vehicle Ashley J. Garnett, 43, SROs again approved for district possession of a controlled substance, possession of Mexico’s Public Safety Susan Rockett informed Rockett said. “We’ve drug paraphernalia Department will contin- members the depart- never asked for an in- Corey J. Overbey, 34, as- ue to provide School Re- ment saw no need for crease.” sault (4th degree), endan- source Officers for the changes. MPSD supplies The cost of the officers gering the welfare of a child city’s school district. the district with one full is covered by the Mexico May 25 The City Council voted time and one part time School District budget. Tara E. Haslip, 37, en- unanimously to contin- officer. ue the existing agree- “It’s the same agreement after MPSD chief ment as in the past,” July 28 is Ladies Night!

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Bettie Lou ªBettyº Boswell Bettie Lou ‘Betty’ Boswell passed away on June 26, 2021, a week shy of her 93rd birthday following a lengthy Veteran Valor illness. She was at home in Clayton, Calif. with her daughter, Connie Boswell Holmberg at her Rick Dehlinger to the “kinder, gentler side. Deputy Commandant Navy,” they gave all of She was preceded in death by her of Support at the MMA us little blue cards that parents, Andrew and Grace Black- Dates service: 1997- when we felt stressed or well; husband, Frank Boswell and 2006 homesick, we could raise siblings, Earl Blackwell, Doris Gar- our little blue card and rett and Juanita McGee. What branch of the talk to the chaplain. I Betty is survived her by children, service were you in? watched one new recruit Connie Holmberg (Rich), Terry u.s. navy. raise his blue card and Boswell (April) and Trace Boswell What was your fi- quickly learned that was (Deanne); and grandchildren, Sansa nal rank when you not a good option. Brien (Dennis), Krista Imrie (Giles), Seth Holmberg- (Mileft the service? What is the first chelle), Christopher Boswell (David Bowles), Holly - Got Petty Officer Second thing you did when tlieb (Craig) and Justin (Erin) Boswell and Sean Boswell;Class. you were discharged? and great-grandchildren, Connor, Spencer, Maile Brien, Mess hall food has Grew facial hair. Grace and Reese Imrie, Brian, Gavin, Ava Holmberg,- aEl reputation. Was Where were you lington, Gracyn Boswell-Bowles, Emery and Lucas Gottli- there a dish that Rick Dehlinger stationed? eb, Cayson, and Kylan Boswell. Her two yellow tabby cats, stood out – good or Kings Bay, Georgia Tiger and TJ, were a great source of comfort to her and bad? and Groton, Connecticut. also deserve mention. Serving on a nuclear submarine, we had the best Did you see combat? If so, where and when? Betty was born on Independence Day, July 4, 1928 in food in the fleet. In a submarine you do not actually see combat but rural Monroe County, the youngest of four children. As a Of the places you were stationed, which I was active during Operation Enduring Freedom. child she thought all the fireworks and celebrations were was your favorite and why? What was the most memorable time of your just for her. She rode a pony to school. While working Kings Bay, Georgia was my favorite because it was service? in Mexico at the Florsheim Shoe Factory she attended a close to home in Jacksonville, Florida. Earning my submarine warfare (dolphins) and dance and there met Frank Boswell, recently discharged Everyone messes up in basic training/boot visiting Faslane Scotland when our submarine was from the U.S. Navy following World War II. He must have camp. How did your drill instructor react? selected to represent the United States in the Cen - caught the eye of the little beauty and charmed her with I entered at the time the Navy was transitioning tennial Celebration for Submarines in Scotland. his good looks and skill on the dance floor. They married and although life kept them very busy, their love of dance was to be a recurrent source of joy. Their marriage endured more than 68 years until Mary Louise Birkner Frank’s death in 2017. Together they were active in civic Mary Louise Birkner passed away unexpectedly at Tractor trekking organizations including the Lions and Moose, and enjoyed her home in Wellsville on Wednesday, June 30, 2021. a wide circle of friends. They gathered regularly with ex- Funeral services were Monday July 5, at St. Paul tended family for barbecues and games of cards and al- Missionary Baptist Church in Wellsville with Rev. in Vandalia ways attended their children’s athletic events. Later Betty Alan Johnson officiating. Burial followed in the -Wells and Frank traveled at home and abroad and, during those ville Cemetery. The Vandalia Rotary Club will hold its Tractor Cruise cold Missouri winters, made annual visits to children and Myers Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Saturday, July 10 at the Vandalia Fairgrounds. Regis- grandchildren in Hawaii, California, and Florida where Condolences may be given at myersfuneralhome.biz. tration begins at 8 a.m. and the cruise starts at 9 a.m. they were always welcomed as they were easy to love. At There is a $35 entry fee for one driver and $10 for home in Missouri though, they were often to be found on each approved rider, which includes lunch and re- a Saturday night dancing the night away. When Frank en- freshments. tered the VA following a stroke, Betty visited him daily for Ð Area births Ð All age tractors are welcome to participate, but no four years, dressed up, greeting all the vets with a smile A daughter, Vivian June Berry was born May 21, loaders, dual wheels or attachments are accepted. and a kind word. Frank would watch for her to drive up in 2021 at 12:08 p.m. She weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces, This will be a poker-style cruise with prizes awarded. her little red Thunderbird. “Kelly” often entertained with and was 18 inches long. Her parents are Rachel and For more information, contact Phil Ennis at 573-594- his guitar and they’d still take a turn on the dance floor, Dalton Berry of Perry. 6473 or Wendell Talbert at 573-594-3093. with Frank in his wheelchair grinning up at his “Bette”. A daughter, Elizabeth B. Girod was born June 24, Betty was a devoted mother, wife, sister, and daughter. 2021 at 9:11 p.m. She weighed 6 pounds, 1 ounce, and She raised three wonderful children, was a good cook, gar- was 19 1/2 inches long. Her parents are Barbara and dened and canned, bowled in a league and volunteered at Ben Girod of Bowling Green. Audrain Medical Center. She was always gentle and an A daughter, Gabriele Renee Blackwell was born A chance to win! animal lover. Favorite family stories include one about a June 4, 2021 at 2:16 p.m. She weighed 4 pounds, 8 Audrain Community Hospital Auxiliary - Noble pimiento cheese recipe, a meat grinder and little Connie’s ounces, and was 17 1/2 inches long. Her mother is De- Health, is holding a raffle for a chance to win six finger, a festive Christmas raccoon she inadvertently fried nise Blackwell of Louisiana. tickets to Worlds of Fun / Oceans of Fun in Kansas up for Frank’s work crew “What? I didn’t know that was A daughter, Anais June Bale-Laughlin was born City. Chances are $1 each or six for $5. Tickets can be a raccoon!”, and another involving a litter of baby rab- June 7, 2021 at 3:56 p.m. She weighed 7 pounds, 5 purchased in the Audrain Community Hospital Gift bits she bottle fed and later released into a field, runningounces, and was 19 inches long. Her parents are Cait- Shop. to keep them from hopping after her. Soft-spoken, ten- lin and Ernest Bale-Laughlin of Bowling Green. der-hearted and kind, Betty is much-loved by her many A son, Jeffrey David Flowers was born June 11, 2021 friends and family, including her beloved grandchildren at 8:50 p.m. He weighed 7 pounds, 7 ounces, and was who all just knew her as “Emo”. The family all miss her 20 1/2 inches long. His mother is Christian Bateman Ð Food inspections Ð deeply, carry her in their hearts, and know she was just of New London. 100 Audrain Community ready to go home. A daughter, Quinn Dooley was born June 16, 2021 Taco Bell, Mexico Hospital, Mexico A private service will be held at a later date. at 2:47 p.m. She weighed 8 pounds, 5 ounces, and was Mrs. K-H Enterprises Family Dollar Arnold Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. 19 1/2 inches long. Her parents are Kylie and Brant (food trailer) 99 Online condolences may be left at www.arnoldfh.com. Dooley of New London. Nuts About Butts (food New China, Vandalia truck) Hobo Bar and Grill, Lad- John Samuel Houston Stacey’s Place, Mexico donia Delivering Your News Spare Time Bowl & Grill, 98 John Samuel Houston, 85, of Mexico, passed away In Print & Online Vandalia Walmart, Mexico on Tuesday, June 29, 2021, at Boone Hospital Center His Place Coffee Shop, County Market, Vandalia in Columbia. Vandalia 97 Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. on Thursday, July Towne House, Mexico 8, at the First Baptist Church in Mexico. Mexico Southside Towne House, Private burial will be in East Lawn Memorial Park. Mexico Visitation is Wednesday evening from 5 to 7 p.m. at 93 Arnold Funeral Home. CINEMA QP Express, Vandalia Online condolences may be left at www.arnoldfh. BINGO’S BACK! com.

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A school calendar is a little different from the regular-year calendar. A new school year starts July 1 and ends June 30. With that new year comes a new- bud Christine Harper get, new policies, Melissa Chastain occasionally gets out of new faces. the office. [Submitted photo] The 2021-2022 school year represents a restart. I think everyone can agree that I got a chance to sit down with Melissa 2020-2021 was a definite pause in not and ask the tough questions, such as only school, but life in general. Now that “What is your dog’s name? And “What things are slowly getting back to “nor- is the most important job of the super- mal,” let’s push play on this new school intendent?” MAXIMIZING AG Ð Nick Van Schyndle and Jack Norfleet both attended Helping year. Well, maybe the first question isn’tYouth Maximize their Agricultural eXperience (HYMAX) at Camp Rising Sun in June. One of the new faces (but definitely not tough, but it’s important to know thatHYMAX is a leadership academy for the Top 75 ninth grade FFA members in the new to the district) is Melissa Chastain, the person running our district is a per- state of Missouri. The academy focuses on leadership skills, supervised agriculture who was recently named interim super- son who has a family she loves dearly, in- experience establishment and improvement, as well as advocating for agriculture. intendent for Mexico Public Schools for cluding her dog. It’s important because [Submitted photo] the 2021-2022 school year. Melissa has the same passion she has for her family been with the district for 16 years, most is the same passion she has for her other recently as Assistant Superintendent. family, Mexico Public Schools. She was the Hawthorne principal from So, I asked Melissa “what is your focus 2015-2020, the assistant principal at for the district” and her reply was sim- Principal says Your Eugene Field from 2013-2015, a districtple. “The students.” She said she wants reading coach, a special education pro- to “foster a supportive environment that cess coordinator, and a special educa- promotes strong relationships among tion teacher at Eugene Field. staff, students, families and the- com goodbye Prior to Mexico, Melissa started her munity so that together we can meet the career at Wellsville-Middletown as a Ti- needs of all students. The most import- The North Callaway tle 1 preschool teacher (three years) and ant job of a superintendent is to make School District said then at North Callaway for one year as a sure students are learning and achieving goodbye to high school #1 kindergarten/1st grade teacher. at high levels by empowering and sup- principal Brian Jobe at Why does someone choose education porting staff while staying focused on a their Wednesday, June as a career? There are many reasons, but goal.” 30 board meeting. Jobe News for Melissa, it’s in her blood. Her mom With this family-first attitude that has accepted a position was a preschool teacher, and her dad Melissa has, there are great things on at Nichols Career Cen- was a long-time Ag teacher for Norththe horizon for Mexico Public Schools. ter in Jefferson City. Source Callaway Schools, so Melissa grew upOne of Melissa’s favorite quotes by BabeWatch for a story fea- understanding the importance of educa- Ruth sums up her beliefs perfectly. “Theturing Jobe’s thoughts tion. She has also passed on her love wayof a team plays as a whole determineson his time with the dis- teaching to her daughter, Emily, who isits success. You may have the greatesttrict in the July 10 edi- currently working toward her degree in bunch of individual stars in the world,tion of the Ledger. Brian Jobe elementary education. but if they don’t play together, the club In the middle of all the Summer won’t be worth a dime.” And this is why School, finalizing the new budget, work- our Bulldog Nation will always be Ahead ing on the new year hustle and bustle, of the Pack. Summer reading at Farber

LEARN THE SKILLS NEEDED FOR A On June 30, an employee from the Mark Twain Corp of Engineers provided a program on mammals for the summer reading program ªTales and Tailsº. Those attending learned about the characteristics that mammals share. Each child was able to handle TECHNICAL CAREER fur from several mammals found in Missouri and they looked at the footprints that these mammals would leave. Those attending took home a plaster cast footprint and some items provided from the Corps of Engineers. [Submitted photo] In 2 years or less Civil War exhibit coming Fall Classes Start August 23! Diesel, Auto, I.T., Electrical, to Pike County Building Sustems Design (CAD) The Louisiana Area Historical Muse- next to a First Flag of the Confederacy um has been missing a companion forthat has been on display at the museum one of its signature Civil War exhibits,since 2016. It was donated by former RANKEN TECHNICAL COLLEGE but that’s about to change. Louisiana resident Dan Strode of New The museum, located at 304 Georgia London, who bought it from a descen- Wentzville, MO Street, Louisiana will unveil an authen- dant of Pike County Confederate soldier tic Union flag to go with a restored FirstSamuel Minor. Creative Art Services Flag of the Confederacy when the facil- also did restoration work on it. ity opens for its regular Saturday hours Museum admission is free, but do- of 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. starting July 3. nations are accepted. The unveiling The large banner is a gift from theof another exhibit is tentatively being visit ranken.edu family of Dr. Edward Glenn, a museumplanned for Aug. 7 to coincide with- Mis board member. souri’s bicentennial celebration on Aug. The Union colors will be mounted 10. B2 Wednesday, July 7, 2021 mexicoledger.com COMMUNITY

POP-UP STORM SEASON — Here's a view of the Homemade skies above Mexico Tuesday, June 29. To give an idea of how quickly and recent cloudbursts have developed - and how much rain falls and how 52nd annual Mark Twain Old Direct Sales quickly - by the time the photographer made it to Auxvasse, fields were Threshers kicks off Thursday DIRECTORY flooding and water was flowing over roadways. BY NATHAN LILLEY 8, and the Show Me Dulcimer Club, Hints of drought have been General Manager which will perform throughout the day adamantly extinguished Saturday. with the area's late-June Five dollars can go a long way in ru- Besides music, there are tractors, monsoon season. ral Missouri. tractors and more tractors. This year’s [Laura Mackey] That’s how much a button - which is featured make is John Deere, but all the attendance pass to all shows and makes are welcome. There’s an antique events at the 52nd annual Mark Twain truck and car show - the featured mod- Garden Tips Old Threshers in Paris- costs. el is Chevrolet - tractor games, a baby Old Threshers kicks off this Thurs- contest, flea market, a pony pull and day, July 8, and runs through Satur- more. Fruits day, July 10. And while it’s been said Oh yeah, and there’s food. Betty Owen before: There truly is something for ev- “I would recommend if people like Independent Stylist eryone at this year’s event. Just ask Old fish to come to our fish fry on Thursday and Nuts Threshers president, Angela Fields. night,” said Fields.”We have had the · Renovate strawberry Fields has been active in the festival for best compliments on our fish.” beds after they quit pro- 11 years, and a lot has changed since Fish is prepared by the Madison ducing fruit. she first signed on. West Monroe Fire Department. · Treat trunks of peach “The event has changed tremendous- “Then we also have people that come Buy 3 Get 1 Free trees and other stone fruits ly,” Fields said. “We have grown con- and eat the barbecue pork steak,” Fields www.colorstreet.com/BettyROwen for peach tree borers. siderably over the years.” added. “And that’s the only reason they [email protected] · If you are going to do Considerably indeed. When she buy a button is because we have fabu- 573-567-6459 any summer pruning, joined, there were five tractors andlous porkfive steak,” adding, “the walking make sure to disinfect vendors taking part. Today, there are tacos are one of the big winners for the pruners between cuts to as many as 85 to 90 tractors - maybe whole show.” Cleo Forrest keep from spreading dis- more - and anywhere from 15 to 40 Attending the area’s Old Thresh- Cockrell ease from one plant to vendors. ers events is an annual pilgrimage for another. Disinfectants in- Even though she’s an Old Threshers many. For those not familiar with what Consultant (Est 2007) veteran, Fields still gets excited about they entail, Fields has some insight. 573-592-9060 clude 10 percent bleach 620 Robinhood Rd and 70 percent alcohol. all it has to offer. And yes, she has some “They can expect to see some real- Mexico, MO 65265 Make sure to oil your items on her can’t-miss list. ly sharp antique tractors that have all [email protected] pruners afterward to keep “Some of my favorite attractions are, been restored and look like new,” she www.myjestore.com/ rust at bay. of course, anything that’s horse-relat- said. “They can also see the old-time cleoc · Control Japanese Bee- ed,” she said. “I was raised with horses gas engines - I do know there will be tles on fruit crops as they all my life. But I love just being able to one there that will be hooked to an ice HEALTHY SKIN • HEALTHY LIFE can eat through the peach watch the tractors and the gas engines.” cream freezer making homemade ice skin and destroy the fruit. What really makes the Old Threshers cream. · Start summer-tipping come to life is the folks who attend. “There’s so many things to see and new bramble canes. “I love to interact with all of the peo- ask questions about. It’s really hard to ple,” Fields said. “We have become one bring up everything so I would just in-

www.mexicoledger.com/food big family in the last 11 years and it’s so vite everyone to come and join us and much fun to see the people return year have a good time and visit and enjoy Food after year.” the fun.” New this year are the draft horse Kids 12 and under are free with an & Recipes games, something that’s garnering a adult. lot of buzz. There’s also a cornhole The Mark Twain Old Threshers is Check out tournament, which is expected to draw held at the Paris Fairgrounds. For a lot of participation. more on the Old Threshers, see the ad our online There’s plenty of music, including on page 3 of the Saturday, July 3 Mex- food content: Kelly Stanford Thursday night at 5:30, ico Ledger and visit marktwainold- healthy the Clay Clear Band Friday night at threshers.com. Hand-Crafted For Your Yard recipes, The family meals, A review of new food distribution rules appetizers BY PHILLIP IMAN While you will still be pm (From n o o n - 1 Wishing Well and more. The Help Center eligible only once per pm we will provide curb- month, we will be avail- side service for disabled Mike & Sherri Orr To provide supple- able five days per week, or seniors) 573-721-5601 or 573-721-4523 mental food to our each week, except on Thursday – Noon-4 Benton City, MO community in the most weeks where there is a pm Ask About Our Other Creations: effective and help- holiday during the week. Friday – 3 pm-7 pm Garden Benches, Pedestal Planters, ful manner, now that We will be closed on the You will enter and exit Wagon Planter, Swings, and More! COVID restrictions have holiday. from the same door, eased, we changed back We will be open for the door closest to the to a shopping method of distribution during the street. Please have your distribution on July 1. following hours each ID ready when you en- The food will be dis- week at 409 Fairground: ter. You may choose tributed in our front Monday - Noon-4 pm from the items available, Come see us at the Farmer’s Markets every Saturday morning from 9 - noon! distribution center, the Tuesday – Noon-4 pm based on the size of your door closest to the street. Wednesday – 9 am-1 household. Elgie Deimeke There will be some USBORNE SALES CONSULTANT items available only Games, Puzzles, Sticker books & Seasonal Books to those who meet the Usborne books has an international reputation for publishing children’s books that inspire, enthrall and teach your child through reading. USDA income guide- www.myubam.com/H3053 lines. All food distribut- 573-473-8946 • [email protected] ed in these distributions is food that is donated to us by the Food Bank for Central & Northeast Missouri. Please: Have your ve- THE BEAUTY hicle as empty as possi- ble to accommodate the OF YOU! food. Most people will be loading their own vehicles. We will gladly ® Mary Kay products offer you so many ways to assist those in need of enhance your beauty and well-being. Innovative help. skin care! On-trend color! Pampering bath and Other notes: Our Mon- body products and so much more! day morning food dis- You’re Retired, Your Money Isn’t. tribution program will Let’s find your favorites. Contact me today. To learn about the different options for your remain the same, 9 am- retirement accounts, call my office today. 10 am. It is a weekly pro- Shalane Blackmore gram with food donated by Walmart and Aldi. Independent Beauty Consultant Todd M Geeson Patrick Ryan Financial Advisor Financial Advisor Thrift Store donations Mexico, MO 65265 will now be accepted five 573-253-4398 3616 S Clark St 627 E. Liberty days per week, 9 am-4 [email protected] Mexico, MO 65265-4104 Mexico, MO 65265 pm, in the rear of our www.marykay.com/skblackmore 573-581-1570 573-581-2980 building at door no. 2 only. Please do not leave donations outside, the edwardjones.com Member SIPC door is unlocked during these hours. SPORTS mexicoledger.com Wednesday, July 7, 2021 B3 Indoor action Blunt calls for Flood to enter hall U.S. Senators Roy Blunt (Mo.) and Dick Durbin (Ill.), along with U.S. Repre- sentatives David Trone (Md.), Cori Bush (Mo.), Ann Wagner (Mo.), and Emanu- el Cleaver, II (Mo.), sent a letter to the chair of the Board of the National Base- ball Hall of Fame urging the induction of former baseball star Curt Flood into the Baseball Hall of Fame. Flood is well known for transforming professional sports when he challenged Major League Baseball’s reserve system and helped create free agency within the MLB and other major sports leagues. “I’m proud to stand with my colleagues and baseball fans nationwide in calling for Curt Flood’s induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame,” said Blunt. “He had an incredibly successful career on the field, leading the Cardinals to two World Series championships and ducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame to earning seven consecutive Gold Gloves. preserve his historic legacy and contribu- Guided by his principles, he made the tions.” brave decision to challenge the league’s Last year, a bipartisan and bicameral reserve clause, knowing full well that it coalition of more than 100 Members of could jeopardize his career.” Congress – including Blunt – celebrated Flood was a trailblazer in the world of the 50th anniversary of Flood’s accom- professional sports and workers’ rights. plishments and sent a letter to the Na- His refusal to agree to a trade from the tional Baseball Hall of Fame urging the Cardinals to Philadelphia in 1970 led induction of Curt Flood. to professional athletes achieving free Due to the pandemic, the Hall of Fame agency. On the field, Flood was a three-had to postpone their meeting last year, time all-star. which will now take place this year. “Today, St. Louis and I honor the The 2020 effort was endorsed by the legacy of Missouri’s own Curt Flood by Major League Baseball Players Associa- recognizing his accomplishments and tion, the National Basketball Players As- sacrifices in his relentless struggle- tosociation, as the National Football League sert his rights against the MLB reserve Players Association, the National Hockey clause,” said Bush. “I am proud to join League Players’ Association, and the Ma- my colleagues in urging Mr. Flood be in- jor League Soccer Players Association.

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A crop of mushrooms sprouts from a yard on Woodlawn Street in Mexico on a recent morning. Heavy rains not ELMWOOD CEMETERY CLEAN-UP WILL FOR RENT WANTED only flooded low lying lands (and basements), but also BE HELD ON FRIDAY, JULY 16, 2021. encouraged mushroom growth. [Dave Faries] FOR RENT: Large 3 Please remove all flowers, wreaths, vases, etc. on bedroom apartment. New WANTED TO BUY the ground around stones you wish to keep by paint, carpet, vinyl, and STST.. BRENDBRENDANAN SCHOOL Thursday, July 15, 2021. windows. Central air. Where Christian Faith and Education Unite 620 South Clark St., Mexico, MO 65265 Cemetery personnel will remove remaining flowers, $675/mo. Call 816-801- 573-581-2443 • www.saintbrendans.org wreaths, vases, etc. on the ground around stones. Hanging 9099. baskets, flowers in stone urns or attached to stones will St. Brendan School is seeking to fill be left by staff. Please obtain a copy of the Cemetery FOR RENT: 2 bedroom the following positions: Rules and Regulations pamphlet located throughout the home in a country setting STERLING SILVER cemetery, when returning flowers, wreaths and vases to Coke Plant Antiques • Custodian to maintain facilities. The ideal candidate will be the cemetery starting Saturday, July 17, 2021. w/detached garage and 221 N. Jefferson, Mexico, MO experienced in a custodial role with good physical endurance, a horse barn. Very private 573-473-8117 keen eye for detail, and dependability. Responsibilities will and close to town. Refer- Open Friday sometimes include daily cleaning: trash removal, sweep and mop floors, Thank you for your assistance and understanding of our ences and strong deposit Always Saturday 9am – 3pm sanitize bathrooms, and occasional other custodial tasks. clean-up. Please assist mower staff by not using glass required. For more infor- containers in cemetery. • Part time lunchroom supervisor. The ideal candidate will Any questions, please call 581-2100. mation call 573-581-7857. have experience working with children, a neat appearance, the WORK WANTED ability to work well with others, and the ability to lift 40 pounds. Responsibilities will include assisting students in the line, CONCRETE FLAT monitoring students during lunch, and cleaning the lunch area HELP WANTED WORK and concrete re- including tables, trash, and floors. IN THE 12TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, moval. 20 year warranty. AUDRAIN COUNTY, MISSOURI HELP WANTED: Ex- • Part time aftercare supervisor. The ideal candidate will have 45 years experience. 636- experience working with children, a neat appearance, and perienced maintenance/ 359-8090. the ability to work well with others. Responsibilities will In the Estate of make-ready person need- include supervising a group of students following the school day, ed. Duties to include: light developing activities for students, and communicating with MARIKA ANN FLYNN, parents and administration. Hours are 3-6 during the school year. plumbing, painting, car- SELLING YOUR Deceased, pentry, and electrical. Full- VEHICLE? Interested parties may send a resume to time position. Starting pay [email protected] Case Number: 21 AU-PR00076 $20/hr. Call 816-801-9099. SPEED THINGS or call 573-581-2443. UP WITH Notice of Letters Testamentary Granted Independent Administration NOTICE TRUSTEE’S SALE MoMotoPhototoPhoto All Persons Interested in the Estate of MARI- HENKE AUCTION Re- IN RE: Dennis S Jaeger, an unmarried man Trustee’s KA ANN FLYNN, Decedent: scheduled for July 10: Sale: On JUNE 21, 2021, the last will of the decedent Henke Auction Services For default in payment of debt and performance of will auction the personal obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Dennis having been admitted to probate, the following property of Jack and Bar- S Jaeger, an unmarried man dated June 15, 2020 and individual was appointed the personal represen- bara Baysinger Saturday, recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Audrain tative of the estate of MARIKA ANN FLYNN, July 10 at 9:30 a.m., at County, Missouri as Document No.: 2020DT000363 the decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit undersigned Successor Trustee, at the request of the legal 18950 Hwy. FF, Mexico. Court of Audrain County, Missouri. The person- There will be antiques, fur- holder of said Note will on Friday, July 30, 2021 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., (at the specific time al representative may administer the estate inde- niture, household, trailers, $ of 1:25 PM), at the East Front Door of the Court House, small implements, tools ONLY 25 pendently without adjudication, order or direction City of Mexico, County of Audrain, State of Missouri, sell at and lawn and garden sup- FOR 15 WORDS public vendue to the highest bidder for cash the following of the Probate Division of the Circuit Court, unless plies. Nice furniture and IN PRINT & ONLINE described real estate, described in said Deed of Trust, and a petition for supervised administration is made to an interesting collection 20¢ each additional word. situated in Audrain County, State of Missouri, to wit: and granted by the court. The name and address of of antiques and memora- YYourour ad runs until it sells. the personal representative is: bilia! Newly added will be No rrevisionsevisions alloallowedwed eexceptxcept LOTS FOUR (4) AND FIVE (5), AND THE SOUTH 9 a 1999 Ford F150 Pickup, fforor priceprice change afterafter the FEET OF LOT THREE (3) OF THE SUBDIVISION OF KRISTY ANN ALBUS, 7984 ACR 355, MEX- a Ford 601 Workmaster fifirstrst a dad r uruns.ns. LOT FIVE (5) OF CITY SURVEY NO. 53, IN THE CITY ICO MO 65265 Tractor and Husqvarna OF MEXICO, COUNTY OF AUDRAIN AND STATE OF The personal representative’s attorney’s name, To place your ad contact LGT 26 hp yard tractor. MISSOURI, AS PER RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. business address and phone number is: For a full listing, see the CONNIE JO HADEN, 827 EAST BROAD- Wednesday, June 16 Mex- to satisfy said debt and cost. 573-581-1111 WAY, COLUMBIA MO 65210, 573-442-3535 ico Ledger or visit hen- MILLSAP & SINGER, P.C., memexicoledger.comxicoledger.com All creditors of said decedent are notified to file ke-auction.com. Successor Trustee 612 Spirit Drive claims in court within six months from the date of St. Louis, MO 63005 the first publication of this notice or if a copy of HIRING? (636) 537-0110 this notice was mailed to, served upon, such cred- File No: 205878.073021.415298 FC itor by the personal representative, then within Notice: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, two months from the date it was mailed or served, 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no information concerning the collection whichever is later, or be forever barred to the full- of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the est extent permissible by law. Such six-month pe- Let us help you recruit the qualified employees consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt riod and such two-month period do not extend the you need to make your business succeed. collector is attempting to collect a debt and any information limitation period that would bar claims one year obtained will be used for that purpose. after the decedent’s death, as provided in Section To list a job opportunity, call 573-581-1111 or email PUBLICATION DATES: 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28 473.444, RSMo, or any other applicable limitation [email protected] or [email protected] periods. Nothing in Section 473.033, RSMo, shall be construed to bar any action against a decedent’s liability insurance carrier through a defendant ad litem pursuant to Section 537.021, RSMo. Join our team! Date of the decedent’s death: JULY 1, 2020 Call Date of first publication: June 30, 2021 573-581-1111 Jodi Starkey to subscribe! 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Pay will be based on a per-story basis. Please email resume and any writing clips to: Publisher Tim Schmidt at [email protected]. COMMUNITY mexicoledger.com Wednesday, July 7, 2021 B5 A Conversation with Institute expanding Darrick Steen tutor program BY PAUL SCHLOESSER eligible. We had strong in- The Oasis Institute, a nonprofit edu- widespread academic delays for stu- Missouri Info Corps terest right out of the gate cational organization dedicated to en- dents and increased isolation for se- when we launched. Our riching the lives of adults ages 50 and niors. In March, a collabo- goal was in the 5-10,000 over, has announced growth in the larg- More than half of public K-12 educa- ration between the Mis- acre range for the year, and est intergenerational tutoring program tors say the COVID-19 pandemic has souri Corn Merchandis- we’ve far exceeded that al- in the United States, connecting retired resulted in a significant loss of both ing Council, the Missouri ready. individuals with opportunities to serve academic and social-emotional learn- Soybean Merchandising Have you heard any as literacy tutors in school districts ing for students, according to a March Council, MFA, Inc. and misconceptions about across the country. More than 500 vol- 2021 Horace Mann Educators Corpora- Ecosystem Services Mar- the program, when you unteers are needed now for Fall 2021 tion report. ket Consortium launched a interact with growers? assignments in local school districts. The National Poll on Healthy Aging “carbon credit” system. I think there’s probably Tutors will serve students in kinder- conducted by AARP and Michigan Med- This voluntary, two-year skepticism from farmers of garten through third grade and will icine in June 2020 reported 56 percent initiative is a pilot program whether or not the carbon work with the same child for up to an of respondents over the age of 50 some- until ESMC does a com- markets will pan out to be hour each week. Oasis tutors use a six- times or often felt isolated, more than mercial launch in 2022. what people think they’re step approach to literacy designed by double the number in the same study Missouri Info Corps sat Darrick Steen going to be. In other words, educators that emphasizes improved from 2018. Involvement in a program down with Darrick Steen, a farm — basically paying will they be around in two reading, speaking, listening, and writ- such as Oasis, offers these seniors a way Director of Environmen- a farmer by purchasing or three or four or five ing. to stay connected to their community. tal Programs for Missouri those credits. We would years or longer? Will the All training and prepared lesson “Students need extra help right now,” Corn Growers Association call that a trade. money be there, ultimate- plans will be provided. said Mary Click, National Intergenera- and the Missouri Soybean There’s a couple differ- ly, to pay growers for those Interested tutors should call 314- tional Tutoring Director. “This is an im- Association, to learn more ent reasons why a compa- credits? The reason there’s 995-9506 or complete an online ap- portant moment in time, where we can about the program. ny would purchase credits. some skepticism there is plication at tutoring.oasisnet.org/ harness the great wealth of experience What exactly is a car- Depending on why and because carbon markets become-a-tutor. School districts can and knowledge among our older adult bon credit? how they’re using them, [it] aren’t new. They were apply to participate in the program by population and bring one-on-one help A credit is just a forum would depend on whether around 10 years ago. There calling 314-862-2933 ext. 251 or filling to students in the classroom. We are ex- to trade something or to we would call it a trade or was a point in time when out an online form. cited to be able to connect our seniors be able to place a monetary just someone who’s trying there were existing carbon The tutoring program has been a part and our students in an impactful way.” value on it. We ultimately to report lower emissions markets, and they didn’t of Oasis since 1989, though this year are trying to quantify pos- in their supply chain. pan out. So a lot of growers the need for volunteers itive environmental out- How would a farmer got a bad deal from those is critical. The increase in comes. go about selling carbon and there’s still some feel- tutoring services comes CITY OF MEXICO In this case, a lot of the credits? ing that that might happen on the heels of a global AUDRAIN COUNTY, MISSOURI talk around agricultur- In most cases, they again. pandemic that caused al credits is in the carbon [farmers] are going to have ROUTE J WWTP market space. There’s a to do something different AERATION DIFFUSER REPLACEMENT: couple different environ- that produces new carbon 1807611 mental outcomes that emission reductions. For are of interest, certainly the most part, if you want ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS around carbon. The ability to enter the pilot, the grow- to store carbon in the soil — er has to commit to doing Sealed Bids for the construction of the Route J WWTP Aeration sequestered carbon is the something different this Diffuser Replacement, H&S Project No. 1807611 will be received technical term — through year. They have to commit by the City of Mexico, 300 N. Coal Street, Mexico, MO 65265 until 10:00 am local time on 08/03/2021 at which time the agricultural practices is of to growing a cover crop on Bids received will be publicly opened and read. The primary interest to farmers, as well a field that didn’t have one component of this project is the removal and replacement of as the industry and lots of before, or improving their three-hundred and twenty (320) existing tubular membrane fine sectors of society. nitrogen management bubble diffusers in the Plant’s activated sludge aeration tanks. But we can also reduce practices or some change Also included in this Contract is the removal and disposal of carbon emissions. While that results in a new, pos- accumulated biosolids generally consisting of grit, snail shells, plants can store carbon in and itive benefit. Otherwise, A Winning Combination! biomass in the bottom of the aeration tanks. Bids will be the soil, we can also change we’re not really doing any- received for a single prime Contract. practices that reduce or thing different. We’re not prevent different types really of creating new carbon Bids shall be on a lump sum basis, as indicated in the Bid Form. greenhouse gas emissions credits. It’s just the same from getting into the atmo- as what was being done the The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: sphere. So that’s another year before. So, that’s a re- Quest CDN sort of way we can quantify quirement in most carbon Electronic Plan Room the beneficial side of car- programs. www.questcdn.com bon, but it’s really not just Is this the first time (952) 233-1632 carbon. that a pilot program Quest Project Number: -- #7925627 What we’re interested in for carbon credits has is actually a multifaceted been offered in -Mis The contact person for this Project is Spencer J. Fitzgerald environmental outcomes souri? (314) 531-4321 Ext. 378 or [email protected]. Prospective Bidders may examine the Bidding Documents at space. We’re not only cap- There are a variety of dif- the following locations Mondays through Fridays between the turing the value of carbon. ferent companies that are Frank Marth hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. We’re also capturing the working with carbon mar- 104 N. Jefferson value that those practices kets. I think for the last two Mexico, MO 65265 Bidding Documents may be examined at have on water quality, so years there’s been some ® 573-581-3900 we’re trying to capture a opportunity for growers to [email protected] Horner & Shifrin, Inc. participate in one or two 401 S. 18th Street, Suite 400 water quality benefit. And Call me today to see how you can take St. Louis, MO 63103 then there’s also some other company programs. advantage of this winning combination (314) 531-4321, Ext. 378( wildlife, or biodiversity Right now, there are from Shelter! Attn: Spencer Fitzgerald benefits as well. multiple opportunities for We’re your Shield. We’re your Shelter. Are credits traded, growers to sign up for car- City of Mexico or are they bought and bon programs in multiple 300 N. Coal Street 815 E. Liberty sold? What does this different companies and Mexico, MO 65265 process look like? - Mexico, MO 65265 573) 581-2100, Ext. 313 they’re all a little bit differ Attn: J. Kensey Russell, P.E., L.S. The answer is yes and ent. We often tell our grow- #1 Choice of Top Mechanics no. It depends on the buy- ers that before you commit Copies of the Bidding Documents may be obtained from the er and why the buyer is to anything and sign on Issuing Office electronically for a non- refundable cost of $15. potentially purchasing a the dotted line, you know, The date that the Bidding Documents are transmitted by the credit from an agricultural you need to do your home- Issuing Office will be considered the Bidder’s date of receipt producer. work, to make sure you Come in for a CHANGE! of the Bidding Documents. Partial sets of Bidding Documents If a company is purchas- know what you’re signing will not be available from the Issuing Office. Neither Owner nor Engineer will be responsible for full or partial sets of Bidding ing a credit from an agri- up for because some of Owner (573) 581-0005 Documents, including Addenda if any, obtained from sources cultural producer simply them [these programs] are Kevin Shaw Fax (573) 581-4495 other than the Issuing Office. to offset its own emissions,quite different from others. it may be a better cost ef- How many farmers PRE-BID CONFERENCE fective option for them to are participating in the A pre-bid conference will not be held. Prospective bidders can buy a credit from a farm- pilot program so far? visit the Route J Plant by contacting Mr. Rick Dunker at 573- 581-8251 or cell 573-473-0938. er who is reducing carbon I would say right now, Peak, Marking & Associates, Inc. emissions, or storing car- we’ve probably got in BID SECURITY bon instead of reducing the neighborhood of 10- Bid security in the amount of five percent (5%) of the Lump their [the company’s] own 20,000 acres of grower Jeff Wehmeyer Sum Bid Price must accompany each Bid, as stated in the emissions. We call those interest. We haven’t got all Sales Associate Instructions to Bidders. offsetting emissions, so thethose acres enrolled yet — company is offsetting theirthere’s a process we’ve got Real Estate Agent WITHDRAWAL OF BIDS own carbon emissions by to work through in order B: 573-581-1363 Bids may be withdrawn prior to the time of opening of the first Bid; Article 16 of the Instructions to Bidders provides additional increasing emissions on to make sure that they’re C: 573-473-5656 information of withdrawal of bids.

REJECTION OF BIDS SELLING YOUR VEHICLE? Our main goal is customer service. Bids received from Contractors not listed on the official Bidder’s We want everyone to feel welcome at Melody’s. List as recorded by the Electronic Plan Room of Quest CDN will SPEED THINGS UP WITH Thank you for shopping local. be returned to the bidder unopened. The City of Mexico, MO (the Owner) reserves the right to reject MotoPhotoMotoPhoto any and all Bids for a sound, documented reason. AWARD OF CONTRACT Award of contract will be made only to responsible contractors possessing the ability to perform successfully, which will be $ 103 S. Washington Street • Mexico, MO ONLY 25 determined by considering such matters as contractor integrity, 573-581-7725 compliance with public policy, record of past performance, and FOR 15 WORDS /Melodys-Quality-Jewelry financial and technical resources. IN PRINT & ONLINE 20¢ each additional word. SAFETY TRAINING Bidders are informed that the Project is subject to the Your ad runs requirements of Section 292.675 RSMo, which requires all until it sells. contractors or subcontractors doing work on the Project to provide, and require its on-site employees to complete, a ten No revisions allowed except (10) hour course in construction safety and health approved for price change after the by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) first ad runs. or a similar program approved by the Missouri Department of Labor and Industrial Relations that is at least as stringent as an To place your ad contact approved OSHA program.

Owner: City of Mexico,MO By: J. Kensey Russell, P.E., L.S. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: 573-581-1111 Title: Public Works Director / City Engineer NATHAN LILLEY at 573-581-1111 • [email protected] mexicoledger.com Date: 07/01/2021 B6 Wednesday, July 7, 2021 mexicoledger.com

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