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BY BRICE CHANDLER asked about her top priorities as council members that they were fol- SmithSTAFF WIsRITER Louisiana’smayor. “But, I would First like to get theFemalelowing state statute Mayor with the process. A historic event occurred last public more involved. I am encour- Others, including Reeves, also week in the City of Louisiana. The aged by the volunteers that have believed the city should have found city has a female mayor for the first stepped up to work at the city pound. a larger venue for the council meet- time in its 202 years after the city I am hoping that we can do the same ing after the council limited the council voted unanimously for for the parks. With the revenue number of audience members al- Kathy Smith to take over the last 18 down and having roughly half the lowed in the council chamber. Due months of former mayor Marvin employees that we use to have, we to COVID-19 guidelines, the small Brown’s term. need all the help we can get in order room allowed for little to no audi- Brown resigned last month after to accomplish as much work.” ence. complications from ongoing health Those wishing to address the issues and the possibility of Despite the daunting amount of council at the meeting had to wait in COVID-19 exposure posed a serious work ahead, Mayor Smith says she a narrow hallway once the few seats risk. loves and believes in the commu- inside were filled. Smith is no stranger to the city nity. “Even when things get rough “The virus hitting our area and government and its workings. Prior Louisiana has a unique way of continuing to climb makes it really to her nomination and acceptance of jumping in to lend a helping hand,” hard to accommodate those that the role, she served the city of she noted. “The biggest challenge would like to attend meetings,” Louisiana as a council member for would be a combination of the Mayor Smith spoke about their at- nearly 14 years. At the time of above and trying to keep the citizens tempt to utilize the Zoom app to Mayor Brown’s resignation, Smith apprised of what is going on, and at broadcast the meeting. “Our first at- acted as mayor pro tem. the same time getting them to help tempt at including zoom had a few Filling her seat as Ward II council come up with some solutions.” glitches but we are confident that we person will be another task for the Mayor Smith’s appointment will get it worked out.” newly appointed mayor. faced some controversy. Not every- Discussion via the popular meet- Up to Brown’s resignation, the one was happy with the way the ing app was often inaudible with city had faced criticism for a pro- council handled the transition. low, garbled voices and lag. longed Georgia Street Project and Louisiana resident, Leon Reeves restructuring of its police depart- thought the city should have held a Mayor Smith noted that despite ment. general election to pick the new the app’s setbacks, the safety and “It's hard to come up with con- mayor. wellbeing of the community and city Bair Bagged 23-Pointer crete priorities during these times At the previous council meeting, employees were their top priority On opening morning of whitetail firearms season Mark Bair of Bowling Green with COVID-19,” Smith said when the city’s legal counsel told the when conducting the meetings. bagged this 23-point buck with his bow. Bair also shot a 17-pointer with his bow two weeks ago. Holly Jolly Festival Canceled, Pike Clerk’s Office Teams Up WithSusie Oberdahlhoff, Nonpartisan Pike County adequate Safe number Elections of voting sites”, Clerk has announced the Clerk’s of- she adds. ChristmasBY BRICE CHANDLER GreenIn Chamber The canceled Green the popu- chuck wagonStill available. On According fice of Pike County has successfully The Center for Tech and Civic STAFF WRITER lar Heritage Days event with hopes to a post shared by the Bowling secured $10,000 in a nonprofit grant Life is a nationally-recognized, non- Last week the Board of Directors to host a bigger Holly Jolly Festival. Green Chamber, several venues are to fund safe and secure elections. partisan 501 (C)(3) nonprofit organ- of the Bowling Green Chamber of “This decision was not made also serving food. The grant, awarded by the non- ization of civic technologists, Commerce made another tough lightly, but with deliberation and dis- “Although some events may be partisan Center for Tech and Civic trainers, researchers, election admin- choice. cussion, and with the advice of Pike canceled, the chamber is continuing Life (CTCL), helped the County istration and data experts working to According to the organization's County Health Department,” the to stay active and involved in our Clerk’s office administer elections help modernize U.S. elections. social media post, “in consideration post continued. “Thank you for your city whenever possible, including during this past year in the midst of CTCL connects election officials of the recent dramatic spike in cases understanding as the board made ribbon cuttings for the many new the coronavirus pandemic. with guidance, expertise, tools and of COVID-19 in our county, it this difficult decision in considera- business here and our monthly “This grant program enabled us to trainings so they can best serve their would be in the best interest of the tion of our fellow residents.” membership meetings,” the Bowling prepare for and operate safe elec- communities and ensure that elec- public to cancel the 2020 Holly Jolly Bowling Green businesses are re- Green Chamber continued. tions by investing in priorities that tions are more professional, safe and Festival scheduled for Saturday, maining active with several partici- Plans are still underway for their would otherwise have been chal- secure. CTCL works with the fed- Nov. 21.” pating in the annual in the annual awards banquet in January. lenging to accomplish”, states Susie eral government, as well as local and They haven’t been alone as other Green event on Nov. 19, 20, and 21 Oberdahlhoff, Pike County Clerk. state governments of all size across cities have also canceled or changed starting at 9 a.m., each day. For further information or ques- "Some of the areas of help were poll the nation and regardless of partisan- fall and holiday festivals. Out of all There are 20 participating busi- tions, please visit their Facebook worker training, personal protective ship to highlight best practices and the area fall festivities, only the nesses in Christmas in the Green. page, or https://bgchamber.org/ or equipment (PPE) for poll workers create easy-to-use resources for ad- Clarksville Applefest still went on as (See ad on page 8 of today’s Trib). contact their Executive Director, and voters and securely opening an ministrators. with previous years. The event will also have vendors Sarrah Gigous, at the Chamber of- Earlier in the season, the Bowling at the fairgrounds building with a fice, 324-3733. Mid-Town Church Walk, Soup Supper Canceled For This Year Changes To 25th Annual Community Of The Louisiana Area Historical are looking forward to next year Museum Board members regretfully when we can comfortably enjoy the announce that the annual Mid-Town beautiful Christmas music again. Church Walk and Soup Supper that The museum will reopen for vis- Y RICE HANDLER be no dine-in option due to COVID- Louisiana. B B FaithC Thanksgiving Day Dinner were scheduled in December have itors on a regular schedule Memorial STAFF WRITER 19 concerns. Volunteers will gladly deliver Changes to 25th Annual Commu- Curbside pickup or delivery will meals of eight or less to people in been canceled for this year. Day weekend 2021 and will provide nity of Faith Thanksgiving Day Din- be available for anyone interested or the Louisiana and Clarksville areas. The decision was made after care- special programming during June ner in need of a free Thanksgiving meal. When making a delivery reserva- ful consideration for what is in the “for kids of all ages.” Louisiana area churches and or- For those interested in either op- tion, please include the number of best health interests of those per- For more information, please call ganizations still plan on hosting their tion will need to complete a reserva- meals needed, delivery address, and forming and those attending. Mu- Board President Judy Schmidt at annual Thanksgiving Day Dinner, tion by Tuesday, Nov. 24. a contact number. seum board members and volunteers 754-5697. although there will be a few changes Curbside pickup will run from this year. noon until 1:30 p.m., at the Cente- Call 573-754-4412 to make a Unlike previous years, there will nary United Methodist Church in reservation or inquiries. EARLY DEADLINE Due to the Thanksgiving holiday print schedule deadline for the Tuesday, Nov. 24 paper will be Thursday, Nov. 19 at 3 p.m. COVID-19BY BRICE CHANDLER SurgesIn the Tribune’s In reading Pike, area, hard to maintainAudrain in-seat learning for STAFF WRITER both Van-Far and Silex school dis- as long as we can,” Fortney ex- Across the U.S. as companies tricts have taken measures to slow plained in his newsletter. “The lack LCB Holding Grocery Raffle work towards a working vaccine, the spread as students were tested of quality staff was an indicator to The Louisiana Community Bet- business within our community," worries of a second surge of for the virus. move to virtual learning. That, with terment Assoc . is holding a $300 stated Huckstep. COVID-19 outbreaks have come to Silex School District canceled the large number of students quaran- County Market Gift Card Raffle. The winning ticket will be drawn the forefront of both mainstream classes and all extra-curricular activ- tined at both buildings, gave us no The Raffle will begin Tuesday, Nov. at 2 p.m., Monday, Nov. 23. Raffle media and government officials. ities last Thursday and Friday for alternative but to move to virtual 17- and run through Sunday, Nov. tickets can be purchased from any of Locally, both Audrain and Pike students in 7-12 grades while con- learning.” 22. Tickets are 1 for $5 or 3 for $10. the LCBA committee members, counties have seen spikes in active tact tracing was conducted. Governor Mike Parson "The committee thought with the Diana Huckstep, Paulette Powelson, COVID-19 cases over the last two Classes at Silex have since re- along with the Missouri Department upcoming holidays, it would be a Charlie Cogar, Kiffany Ardeneaux, weeks. Pike County is seeing its sumed for all grades but according of Health and Senior Services fun and exciting way to help a lucky Walter Logan or Clarence Henke. highest count since the pandemic to Superintendent Rod Hamlett, (DHSS) also addressed the recent winner purchase all the necessary You can also call to request tickets started. “positive test results have caused surge and how schools addressed the items they would need for their hol- at: 314-640-4420 or by email at: According to the Audrain County many [students] to quarantine.” situation. iday meal, for the cost of one or a [email protected]. Health Department, the county cur- “Thank you for your continued In one of several press releases, couple of raffle tickets," stated rently has 135 active cases with patience and flexibility over the last Governor Parson and his administra- Diana Huckstep, LCBA Chairper- If you have any questions or eight deaths attributed to the coron- couple of days as we dealt with mul- tion emphasized that Missourians son. "County Market has been great would like more information, please avirus. That number has once again tiple COVID test results of stu- must work together to reduce the in helping us with this project and call Diana Huckstep at: 314-640- spiked with most of their active dents,” Hamlett wrote in the spread of COVID-19 by implement- we are so excited about keeping the 4420. cases in Mexico and 13 in Vandalia. newsletter. “If you have not received ing the three key mitigation strate- This service of listing all obituaries in today’s paper, for any Since the pandemic started, a call from the Silex School District gies: wearing a mask, social funeral home, is sponsored by McCoy & Blossom Funeral Homes Audrain has reported 729 positive regarding close contact, your child distancing, and hand washing. cases. 586 of those have since recov- will return to school on Monday, DHSS is also closely monitoring ered. The last outbreak Audrain saw Nov. 16. This is for all grade levels the recent surge and advised citizens a similar spike after the virus spread Pre-k through 12.” to continue with COVID-19 preven- OBITUARIES through a hog farm facility. The lat- Van-Far School District took tative measures. est spike started Oct 28 when the more drastic measures after over 150 “Missouri is now seeing 28,000 Lucy W. Burris, 89, Bowling Green county had only 45 active cases. students and 17 staff members either new cases per week, or an average In In Pike County, the increase tested positive for COVID-19 or of 4,000 new cases per day, on aver- Glenn Hagemeier, 81, Lake St. Louis started only days earlier around Oct. was in isolation due to possible ex- age,” according to the press release. THIS LIST SPONSORED BY: 21 when the county had 31 active posure. According to the statement, the Loving Vera Marie Orr Dixon, 103, Louisiana cases. Since then, that number “These numbers have increased rate for the first week of November slowly rose until earlier this month immensely over the last few days,” was 2,800 new cases per day—rep- Memory Gloria Lee Chatman Borndes, 81, McCoy & when the active cases shot up from according to the school district’s resenting a significant increase. 68 on Nov. 4 to the current 160. new superintendent, John Fortney. “Like the rest of the United Bowling Green With a slow and steady upward “At this time, we simply do not have States, Missouri is experiencing an Blossom curve, Lincoln County has 154 ac- the staff to maintain a quality school increase in new cases of COVID- Dennis Ray Davis, 73, Annada Funeral Homes & Crematory tive cases and the highest amount of environment for our students.” 19,” said Dr. Randall Williams, Di- Paula Y. Rhodes, 71, Troy coronavirus attributed deaths. The school district decided to im- rector of the Missouri Department of 573-213-5110 So far, Clopton, Bowling Green, mediately move into virtual learning Health and Senior Services (DHSS). Raymond Lewis Carroll, 68, and Louisiana School Districts have until Dec. 1 when they hoped to re- “We believe we will be able to start 701 N. Bus. 61 managed to keep students in the turn to in-seat learning. vaccinating our healthcare workers Bowling Green classroom. “The district has worked very See COVID on page7 Bowling Green THE PEOPLE’S TRIBUNE Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2020 • Page 2 Community News

Community Calendar... MDCThe Missouri Reminds Department of Conser-Huntersduring firearms Of Hunter deer season. OrangeThey Requirements are archery or small game hunt- Submit upcoming events by calling 324-6111 or toll-free 888-324-9636 vation (MDC) reminds hunters not to for- They are hunting elk or accompanying ing in a closed county during the antlerless get their hunter orange before heading out an elk hunter during the firearms portion portion. or e-mail to: [email protected] the door for opening weekend of firearms of elk season. They are hunting small game or On Nov. 19: There will be a at 8:30 a.m, in the conference room deer season now through Nov. 24. They are hunting on an area that is furbearers during the alternative methods meeting of the board of trustee’s of at 1 Healthcare Place, Bowling Hunters must wear a hunter orange hat having a managed firearms deer hunt. portion. the Pike County Health Department, Green. and a hunter orange vest, shirt, or coat. They are serving as a mentor to an- They are hunting small game or Home Health and Hospice Agency The color must be visible from all sides. other hunter during firearms deer season furbearers during the firearms portion of Camouflage orange does not satisfy this or while on an area that is having a man- elk season. rule. aged firearms deer hunt. Firearms deer season runs Nov. 14-24. “Hunting is an extremely safe activity Hunters are not required to wear The late youth portion is Nov. 27-29, fol- when done responsibly,” noted MDC hunter orange if: lowed by the antlerless portion Dec. 4-6. Hunter Education Program Coordinator They are hunting migratory game The elk firearms portion is Dec. 12-20. The Justin McGuire. “One of those responsi- birds. alternative methods portion for deer runs bilities is to make sure hunters and men- They are archery hunting within munic- Dec. 26-Jan. 5, 2021. Archery season tors are wearing the required hunter ipal boundaries where the discharge of runs Nov. 25-Jan. 15, 2021. orange garments. Hunter orange clothing firearms is prohibited. Hunters can find more information makes it easier for one hunter to spot and They are hunting on federal or state about hunting seasons at https://hunt- recognize another hunter because nothing land where deer hunting is restricted to fish.mdc.mo.gov/ or by reading MDC’s in nature matches this color exactly.” archery methods. 2020 Fall Deer & Turkey Hunting Regula- Hunters must wear hunter orange if: They are using an archery permit dur- tions & Information booklet at They are hunting any species of game ing the alternative methods portion. https://short.mdc.mo.gov/ZXv.

Amish Community School Thanksgiving Dinner A traditional Thanksgiving turkey meal will be served Pictured is Teresa Wenzel of Vandalia presenting a progame on genealogy to the Ecumenical Women’s Breakfast Group in Louisiana on Tuesday, Nov. 10. Friday, Nov. 20 - 4-8 p.m. Wenzel Speaks To $10 per plate Children 12 & under $5 plate Women’sThe Ecumenical Women’s Breakfast Break- Sara Drummond, Group director of the fast Group met on Tuesday, Nov. 10 Louisiana Community Food Pantry, at the First Presbyterian Church with reported as of Sept. 30, the Food BAKE SALE 10 in attendance representing five Pantry distributed 25,000 pounds of area churches. Calvary Episcopal food which served 2,723 families Church co-hosted the event. consisting of 6,777 individuals. Re- SEVERAL RAFFLES A program on Genealogy, or cently, two Louisiana High School “Family History”, was presented by groups, Interact and FFA, helped Proceeds to benefit Amish schools Teresa Wenzel of Vandalia. All distribute food to the clients. The those in attendance received a hand- Pantry has been very blessed by Raffle proceeds go to medial bills out on “How to Start Your Family many individuals and corporations History” which included several by their gifts. Location: 8778 Pike 478 good points on how to begin a Fam- A business meeting was con- ily History. It also included infor- ducted by President Judy Allely. Bowling Green, MO 63334 mation on several free websites as The proceeds from the breakfast, well as pay sites to help an individ- voted on by those in attendance that Carry-Outs Available ual in their research. Teresa was day, went to the Louisiana Commu- very enthusiastic about researching nity Food Pantry. Walk-Ins Welcome her own family history stating that The next meeting of the Ecu- “these are real people” and “we menical Women’s Group will be RSVP 573-213-1355 breathe life into dead people.” held on Tuesday, March 9, 2021.

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Thank You I would like to thank everyone for the cards, prayers, phone calls while I have been recuperating from a broken hip and others. A special thanks to the guys for helping mow the lawns. Also to Ellis and Mary for phone calls and support. The the nice lady, Mrs. Standly, for helping Joanie with a small injury while mowing and all the ladies for their kind words and support. Thanks to all and God Bless! Ed & Joanie Heffner

Notice To Citizens Of Bowling Green Holiday Hours for Bowling Green City Hall are as follows: Thursday, Nov. 26 - CLOSED Friday, Nov. 27 - CLOSED Thursday, Dec. 24 - CLOSED Friday, Dec. 25 - CLOSED Friday, Jan. 1 - CLOSED Trash pickup for the holidays: Thanksgiving Week - NORMAL SCHEDULE Christmas Week - Normal Friday route will be run on Saturday, Dec. 26 New Year’s Week - NORMAL SCHEDULE COVID – City hall will remain open. Only one cus- tomer at a time please. We are not requiring masks but are encouraging customers to wear them. If you have any questions, please call 573-324-5451 during regular hours, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. THE PEOPLE’S TRIBUNE Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2020 • Page 4 Obituaries dren: Steven, Marsha, and Joanna. and husband, Glenn, and Grace Par- Davis, who died on Aug. 27, 2000. Memorials can be made to Pike Glenn worked very hard to support geon and husband, Ray. Survivors include his son, Kevin County Hospice, #1 Health Care his family as a farmer and union car- Pallbearers were grandsons, Trent Davis of Paynesville; and a grandson, Place, Bowling Green, MO 63334 or penter. His days were long, but he Meyers, Kent Dixon, Wade Gamm, John Davis of Paynesville. to the New Harmony Cemetery Fund, never complained. Glenn was a de- Wyatt Meyers, Josh Graver, and Memorials may be made to the c/o Marion Branstetter, 6219 Pike 9, voted family man, his best days were Justin Graver. Annada Christian Community Frankford, MO 63441. spent with his beloved wife, Rose- Memorials may be made to Pike Church, c/o Carter-Ricks Funeral mary, children and grandchildren. He County Home Health and Hospice or Home, 107 S. 5th Street; Elsberry, never missed a sporting or school New Hartford Baptist Church. MO 63343. Blue Star event they were in. Glenn took great Online condolences may be left at Online condolences may be made pride in caring for his home and yard. www.bibbveacch.com. at www.carterricksfuneralhome.com. Memorial Project He loved to entertain and barbecue for Members of the Clarksville Garden family and friends. You could always Club are looking to sponsor the instal- find him on the farm which he loved. lation of a Blue Star Memorial Marker at Over the years, he had several fa- the new visitors center in Bowling vorite dogs who rode the tractor with Green. him and were at his side. Shorty was The Blue Star Memorial Marker Pro- his constant companion and lap dog. gram of the National Garden Clubs, Glenn and Rosemary were devoted Inc., began in 1945 to honor the men members of Sacred Heart Catholic and women serving in the Armed Church in Elsberry. They enjoyed Forces during WWII. Lucy Willene Burris traveling once they were retired. The name was chosen for the star on Lucy Willene Burris, 89, of Bowl- Glenn will be sadly missed and long flags displayed in homes and busi- ing Green died Monday, Nov. 9, 2020 remembered as a caring, loving hus- nesses denoting a family member serv- at DePaul Hospital in St. Louis. band, father, grandfather and friend ing. Garden clubs pictured a ribbon of Funeral services for Lucy were who had a quiet sense of humor and living memorial plantings, traversing held at 11 a.m., Saturday at Bibb- was loved by all. every state. The designation of Blue Veach Funeral Home in Bowling He is survived by his wife of 53 Star Highways was achieved through Green with the Rev. John Birkhead years, Rosemary Hagemeier of Lake petitions to the state legislatures and officiating. Burial was in Bowling St. Louis; children, Steven Hagemeier cooperation with the Departments of Green City Cemetery. and wife, Kristin of Troy, Marsha Transportation. A uniform marker was Visitation was from 9-11 a.m., at Elaine Wallace and husband, Jeff of designed to identify the Highways. the funeral home. Wentzville, Joanna Lynn Hagemeier The Blue Star Memorial Program She was born July 10, 1931 in of St. Louis; three grandchildren, Gloria Lee PaulaPaula Y. Y.Rhodes, Rhodes 71, of Troy, for- grew to extend thousands of miles Louisiana to Ollie and Adah Lois Megan Rose Hagemeier, Tyler Glenn merly of Quincy, Ill., died at SSM- across the continental U.S, Alaska and Lain Smith. She was united in mar- Hagemeier, and Evan Wayne Wal- ChatmanGloria Lee Chatman Borndes Borndes was Hospital Lake St. Louis on Friday, Hawaii. All men and women who have riage to Edward T. Burris on June 16, lace; one brother, Norvall Hagemeier given her wings and peacefully took Nov. 13, 2020. served, are serving or will serve in the 1950 in Hannibal. He preceded her in and wife, Roberta; brother and sisters- flight from this life surrounded by her Private services to be held at a later Armed Forces are included. Markers death. in-law, Liddy Stark, Charles Smith family that she loved so dearly on date. continue to be dedicated each year on Lucy resided in Louisiana until and wife, Margaret, Betty Toumbs, Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020. She was born Oct. 24, 1949 in highways, veterans' facilities, national 1950 when she relocated to Bowling Judy Black and husband, Dale, Car- Born Oct. 12, 1939 on the family Davenport, Iowa to Paul and Patricia cemeteries, parks and civic and historic Green. She was employed at the Elder olyn Schmidt and husband, John, Bill farm in New Hartford, Gloria was the Wristen. Paula was raised by her lov- sites, showing our appreciation for Garment Factory in Bowling Green Smith,nieces, nephews, other rela- second born daughter of Wilmer and ing grandparents, Damon and Forrest those who defend our country. and also worked as a babysitter. While tives and friends. Grethel Parsons Chatman. She at- Fuller. She attended the local schools The Clarksville Garden Club is seek- in Arizona, she worked at Love’s Glenn was preceded in death by his tended Bowling Green High School, along with her two siblings. She was ing donations for this project. The cost Truck Stop and volunteered at the parents; siblings, Lester Hagemeier graduating as part of the class of blessed with one son, Joe and she will run around $2,000 and it is the QIA Association. In the 1970s she and wife, Kathryn, Marlin Hage- 1959. She married Taylor (Coleman) loved him very much. Clarksville Garden Clubs' hope that also ran an upholstery service out of meier; his twin brother, Lynn Hage- McPike in 1960 and to this union, two Paula was an excellent homemaker Pike County residents will help with a her home. Lucy enjoyed quilting and meier and wife, Linda, Carl children were born, Paula and Jeff. and took great care of her family. She donation for the project. traveling to Alberta, Canada and out Hagemeier and wife, Charlotte; and A lifelong resident of Pike County, and Harold Rhodes were united in If you would like to donate to this west, including quartzsite in south- brothers-in-law, Ken Stark, Dave Gloria professionally worked many marriage on Jan. 23, 1972 at the project, please make checks payable to: west Arizona. She also enjoyed bak- Toumbs, and Glen Prater. jobs, all in the realm of service to oth- Christian Church in Lima, Ill. When Clarksville Garden Club. Please mail ing cakes and pies, and her sons were Memorials may be made to the ers. After high school, she worked for younger, Paula and Harold were in a your donation to the Clarksville Garden known to fight over her cinnamon Alzheimer's Association or Sacred Head Start, many years at Pike Gold Wing Bike Club and enjoyed Club, Joe Pridgeon, treasurer, 10151 rolls. Heart Catholic Church-Elsberry c/o County Memorial Hospital as a PBX taking bike trips and loved just being Pike 9127, Frankford, MO 63441. Lucy is survived by sons, Danny McCoy-Blossom Funeral Homes Operator, at the Pike County Sheriff’s together. She enjoyed drawing, doing The Clarksville Garden Club is a very Burris of Bowling Green, Terry Bur- 1304 Boone Street Troy, MO 63379 Department as well as the Pike puzzles and watching movies. Paula active club and a member of the Na- ris and wife, Lisa of Bowling Green, Friends and Family may sign the County Division of Family Services. liked to take long walks, she had a tional Garden Clubs of Missouri. They and Michael Burris and Sandy online guest book @www.mccoy- She volunteered her music for over green thumb and loved work on her are always actively seeking and happy Duffield of Bolivar; grandchildren, blossomfh.com 25 years to Pike County Hospice and flower garden. Paula was a wonderful to welcome new members. Meetings Jennifer Chandler and husband, was a member of White Rose Mis- wife, mother, grandmother,great- are held the 4th Thursday of each James, Aaron Burris and Amy Elliott, sionary Baptist Church where she grandmother, aunt and friend. month at 1:00 p.m. in Clarksville. If you Kyle Burris and wife, Erin, Kristoffer played piano and directed the choir. Paula is survived by her husband, would like more information on this proj- Burris and wife, Deanna, Karah Wad- Gloria leaves to cherish her mem- Harold Rhodes of Troy; a son, Joe ect or on membership, please contact dle and husband, Josh, and Ashley ories a daughter, Paula Stevenson and Fuller and wife, Tracy of Hawk Point; the club President, Joyce Lewis at 636- Gray and husband, Jason; grandson- Larry Madison of Columbia; sister, grandchildren, Jazzlyn Fuller and 443-5188 or Joe Pridgeon, treasurer at in-law, Dave Carroll; great-grandchil- Clothilde Sydnor of Denver Colo.; Brent Franke of Knox City, Devon 636-544-5999. dren, Haylee, Hallie, Haiden, and sister-in-law, Delilah Chatman of Fuller and wife, Nicole of Hawk Walker Chandler, Ava Elliott, Whit- Vandalia; and her best friend of 64 Point, Nicholas Crawford and wife, ley, Kortney, and Allie Carroll, years, Ernestine Grimmett of Bowl- Natalie of Silex; great-grandchildren, Brodee and Brooklyn Burris, Andrew, ing Green. Zowie and Zaine Franke, Paisley MDC Virtual Program Ava, and Adam Burris, Cole and She leaves to carry on her legacy Fuller, and Rylie and Beau Crawford; Kendrick Waddle, and Tristan, her grandchildren, Tiffany Coleman- siblings, Paul Wristen and Nancy Spi- Is Monday, Nov. 23 Sawyer, and Hudson Gray; sisters, Dade, Amber Coleman, Dustin Cole- dle and husband, Steve of Quincy, Ill.; Have you ever wondered where Laura M. Scherder and Shirley J. man and wife, Holly, Daylan nieces and nephews, Mercedes, birds go during the winter season? Why Luebrecht; and many nieces and Coleman, all of Bowling Green, Bradley and April; other relatives and do we see different birds during different nephews. TaNika Coleman of Atlanta, Ga., friends. seasons? Birds migrate to and from She was preceded in death by her Adam Coleman and Cheyenne Family and friends may sign the places all over the world, in some cases parents; husband; son, Edward W. Hamilton of Milwaukee, Wis., and online guest book @www.mccoy- travelling thousands of miles to escape Burris; granddaughter, Kelly Carroll; TeNeil Stevenson of St. Louis. Great- blossomfh.com. the cold. a brother, Pete Smith and wife, Er- grandchildren, Marlin Dade, Jr, The Missouri Department of Conser- madell; nephew, Robert G. Brylee and Grayden Coleman, Noah vation (MDC) is presenting Birds on the Schroeder; and brothers-in-law, Bob Vera Marie Coleman, all of Bowling Green, Move, a virtual program, on Monday, Schroeder and wife, Bessie, Paul Lue- Qubilliah Thomas and Qudrey Cole- Nov. 23, from 6-7 p.m. Join MDC natu- brecht, and Cyril Scherder. OrrVera Dixon Marie Orr Dixon went to be man of Atlanta, Ga., Travon Steven- ralists as they take a deep dive into a Pallbearers were Aaron Burris, with the Lord on Thursday, Nov. 12, son of Hannibal, and Koleman Curry high-flying subject. They’ll explore how Kyle Burris, Kris Burris, Mark Lue- 2020, at the age of 103 years, 11 of Springfield; and great-great-grand- birds migrate, why they migrate, and brecht, James Chandler, and David months, and five days. son, Karter Coleman of Atlanta, Ga.; how they know where they are going. Carroll. Honorary pallbearers were Funeral arrangements were with and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins The program will examine migratory Fred Scherder, Jason Gray, Charlie Bibb-Veach Funeral Home. A private and friends. maps and discuss different types of Smith, and Josh Waddle. graveside service was held Monday She was preceded in death by her both Missouri’s migratory and resident Memorials may be made to Im- with Pastor Paul Lewis officiating. parents, Wilmer and Grethel Chat- birds. Some of the many common birds manual Baptist Church. Burial was at Curryville Cemetery. man, brother Lloyd “Jack” Chatman, participants will get to know include the Online condolences may be left at Vera was the third of four daugh- son, Jeff Coleman and great-grand- cardinal, Canada goose, and dark-eyed www.bibbveach.com. ters, born Dec. 7, 1916 to Thomas son, Kaleo Dade. junco. Naturalists will also talk about Phillip and Sarah Elizabeth Branstet- birds that are rare sightings in Missouri ter Orr on the family farm near Cur- such as the painted bunting as well as ryville. a cool vagrant brown booby. As a young girl, Vera and her sister, “You will also learn how you can get Madeline, helped their dad in the Raymond Lewis involved in birding with organizations fields. Carroll such as the Missouri Birding Society, Vera met and married Wyatt Raymond Lewis Carroll, 68, of Missouri Young Birders Club, and the “Fred” Dixon, Jr. on Sept. 11, 1937. Bowling Green died Friday, Nov. 13. Great Missouri Birding Trail,” said MDC To this union was born two children, He was at the Hannibal Regional Naturalist Holly Balassi. Ronald Dixon and wife, Wilma and Hospital with his wife, Becky by his Finally, the program will cover citizen Joyce Gamm and husband, Vernon, side. science opportunities like eBird, a free all of Bowling Green; four grandchil- His wishes were to be cremated mobile app available for Android and dren, Donna Meyers and husband, and an organ donor. iOS devices. For those interested in Trent of Louisiana, Kent Dixon and Memorial services will be Thurs- birding, eBird will track observations wife, Penny of Bowling Green, Vicky day at noon at the Second Baptist and catalog population numbers of Gamm and Jim Patterson of Eckley Church in Bowling Green with Scott countless bird species. “These are great Colo., and Wade Gamm and wife, Hager officiating. opportunities for you to learn what you Kim of Bowling Green; eight great- Visitation will be from 10 a.m.- can do to help these amazing animals,” grandchildren, Wyatt Meyers and noon at the church. Balassi said. Samantha Fox and husband, Lance of Raymond was born Sept. 5, 1952 Birds on the Move is a free virtual Glenn W. Louisiana, Josh Graver and wife, DennisVisitation forRay Dennis Davis Ray Davis of at the family home in Bowling Green program open to all ages, but advanced Abbie of Martinsburg, Justin Graver Annada were from 4-7 p.m., Friday at to Alpha Mae Jennings and Clarence online registration is required for each Hagemeier of Columbia, Bailey Carter of Bowl- Carter-Ricks Funeral Home in Els- Henry Carroll. person attending at Glenn W. Hagemeier, 81, of Lake ing Green, Larissa, Brandon, and berry. Survivors include his wife, Becky https://short.mdc.mo.gov/Zb5. Atten- St. Louis, formerly of Elsberry, died Cameron Gamm of Bowling Green; Memorial services will be held at Carroll of 41 years; daughter, Ashley dees will receive an invitation by email at his home surrounded by his loving and three great-great-grandchildren, a later date at Annada Christian Com- Ray and husband, Patrick; daughter, from the MDC Event Management Sys- family. Tori Charlton, Brantley Fox, and munity Church. Brittany Alli Carroll; sons, William tem with a WebEx program link 24 Funeral services were held Mon- Jacob Graver. Mr. Davis, 73, died Monday, Nov. Rosenburg, Michael Rosenburg and hours before the program. day, Nov. 9 at 11 a.m., at Sacred Heart Vera was a devoted wife, mother, 9, 2020 at Lincoln County Nursing wife, Diana, Corey Carroll, Craig Catholic Church in Elsberry. Burial grandmother, great-grandmother, and and Rehab in Troy. Carroll and wife, Jennifer; daughter, was in Elsberry City Cemetery. great-great-grandmother. She was a Born May 12, 1947 in Louisiana, Courtney Courtney and husband, Visitation was Sunday, Nov. 8 very devoted member of New Hart- he was the son of John F. and Pauline Clint; grandkids, Cooper Ray, Harper Offender Death At from 2-5 p.m., at McCoy-Blossom ford Baptist Church, where she taught C. Broyles Davis. Dennis was a grad- Ray, Morgan Street, Ethan Rosenburg Funeral Homes & Crematory in Troy. the adult women’s class for many uate of Clopton High School. He was and Emma Rosenburg. He is also sur- Visitation was also held Monday, years. She sung in the choir and united in marriage on Dec. 2, 1972 in vived by a sister, Joyce Spegal and On Saturday,NECC Nov. 7, 2020, of- Nov. 9 from 10-11 a.m., at Sacred worked with Vacation Bible School Jackson, Tenn., to Rosalind Taylor. husband, Noahie; one nephew, Ivan fender Jason Haley DOC No. Heart Catholic Church in Elsberry. yearly. Vera enjoyed doing anything He worked in radio broadcasting for Johnson and wife, Stacy; his bonus 526956 was pronounced dead at He was born Nov. 19, 1938 in outdoors, especially flower gardening many years including KTGR, Colum- sister, Barb Stevens; and many nieces, Northeast Correctional Center in Glencoe to Fred H. and Esther and mowing her lawn. She enjoyed bia, WHMT Humbolt, Tenn., news nephews, cousins, great friends and Bowling Green. Queathem Hagemeier. He attended listening to Elvis and watching program director, WXOR Florence past coworkers. Haley was a 44-year-old male the local schools with his siblings and Lawrence Welk. Vera loved trying Ala., WVNA Florence Ala., KLRK He is preceded in death by his par- serving a 15-year sentence for first graduated from Elsberry High new recipes, and made sure everyone Vandalia, "Dee Davis and Clarence" ents, sisters, Mary C. Ince and Jaunita degree child molestation and 3-year School. who came to her house always had morning show, and KZMM "Z 101" Ploesser, a brother, Sonny Carroll; sentence for incest from Knox Glenn was drafted in the United something to eat. There was always a Troy. From 1988-91, Dennis ran the and one son, Michael Carroll. County and a 10-year and 8-year States Army and served his country bowl of candy for everyone to enjoy. Paynesville Store in Paynesville. He Raymond was a union sentence for two counts of first-de- from 1961-63 as a heavy vehicle She has resided at Lynn’s Heritage loved to play basketball. Dennis was pipefitter/welder in the Plumbers and gree child molestation from Macon driver and was honorably discharged. Home for seven and a half years. a long-time member of the Annada Pipefitters Local 562 in St. Louis for County. On Feb. 3, 1967 Glenn and Rosemary Preceding her in death were her Christian Community Church. 40 years. He will be terribly missed He was received in the Missouri Smith were united in marriage at St. husband, Fred; parents; and three sis- Dennis was preceded in death by for his amazing talents, hilarious Department of Corrections on Joseph Catholic Church in Louisiana. ters and husbands, Ruth Chamberlain his parents, John and Pauline Broyles; humor, life giving wisdom and his March 10, 2017. 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ChristmasTo Benefit wreaths, decorated Youthby to benefit aIn nonprofit Need organization, employees at Cuivre River Electric our team has really enjoyed spread- Cooperative will be on display and ing holiday cheer while fulfilling offered for purchase starting on one of our cooperative principles, Wednesday, Nov. 25 through Mon- ‘Concern for Community’,” said day, Dec. 23. The available wreaths Human Resources Manager Brittany will be on display at both the co-op Burns. offices in Troy and Lake Saint Interested wreath buyers may Louis, and will sell for $20 each. visit CREC’s Troy office at 1112 E. The wreaths vary in style and size, Cherry Street, or our Lake Saint from 12-15 inch in diameter. Louis office at 8757 Hwy N. any- As a part of a co-op employee time during regular business hours wreath decorating contest, CREC to view the available wreaths. Sale team members who participated had of the wreaths is on a first-come, an option of giving their wreath to first-serve basis, and may be pur- local retirement/nursing homes for chased on site by cash, check or the residents to enjoy during the credit card. Christmas season, or to donate their About Cuivre River Electric Co- wreath for sale to the public, with operativeFounded in 1941, Cuivre the proceeds to benefit Youth In River Electric Cooperative is the Tom Boland Ford Presents Check Need, St. Charles County. Youth In largest of Missouri's 40 consumer- Tom Boland Ford recently presented Hannibal Regional Foundation with a donation of $1,675 to the Life.Light.Hope Cancer Need is a nonprofit child and family owned electric distribution cooper- Patient Assistance Fund at the James E. Cary Cancer Center and Hannibal Regional Infusion Center. During the month of services agency that is dedicated to atives, providing electricity to more October, Tom Boland Ford made a donation on every truck sold. These funds will help provide valuable resources to those in building positive futures for the than 68,000 homes and businesses our area who are battling cancer. Pictured from left to right: Wendy Harrington, president and CEO of the Hannibal Regional community’s most vulnerable chil- in Lincoln, Pike, St. Charles and Foundation; Bobby Boland and Dave Buddemeyer, Tom Boland Ford and Todd Ahrens, president and CEO of Hannibal Regional dren, teens and families. Warren counties in Missouri. For in- Healthcare System. “Now in our second year of con- formation visit www.cuivre.com or ducting a Christmas-related activity call 800-392-3709.

VFWThe Auxiliary Auxiliary to VFW Post2173 2173 Meetsto the local For residents' November accounts at the met on Thursday, Nov. 12, at the Missouri Veterans Home in Mexico Vandalia Area Historical Society for Christmas. Those residents are Genealogy Room. Claude Beedle, Ed Parks, Bill Social distancing was observed Ehrlich, Kenneth McDonald, Wayne as well as optional facemasks. Pres- Pease, Tom Eisele, and Alvin ident Victoria Shaw called the 7 Fowler. Donations were also made p.m., meeting to order. Opening to the Toys for Tots program, the ceremonies were observed. Vandalia Ministerial Alliance and The October minutes were ap- the local unit of the Salvation Army. proved as read. The treasurer's re- It was decided to cancel the Decem- port was given and filed for audit. ber meeting. The November General Orders from It was announced that Ruth and the Department of Missouri Presi- Raymond Miller will be celebrating dent were read. Donation of 83 their 50th wedding anniversary on flags size 11.5" x 17" was accepted Saturday, Nov. 14. from Kevin and Teresa Wenzel. The Closing ceremonies were ob- winning Patriot's Pen Essay was served. read. Chairman Lionel Shaw will The five members attending were share Community Outreach report- Joy Davis, Judy Hull, Ruth Miller, ing forms at a future meeting. Lionel Shaw, and Victoria Shaw. During the business meeting a The next scheduled auxiliary donation was made to the local Vet- meeting is Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021, eran Service Officer through the De- at the Genealogy Room on Main Wright Furniture Donates To HR Foundation partment of Missouri Secretary Street. The time of the meeting will Wright Furniture recently presented Hannibal Regional Foundation with a donation of $5,950 to the Life.Light.Hope Cancer Jackie Davis. Donations were made be 7 p.m. Patient Assistance Fund at the James E. Cary Cancer Center and Hannibal Regional Infusion Center. During the month of October, any customer who made a donation to the Life.Light.Hope Fund received a discount on their furniture purchase. These funds will help provide valuable resources to those in our area who are battling cancer. Pictured from left: Wendy Har- rington, president & CEO of Hannibal Regional Foundation; Brian Wright of Wright Furniture and Todd Ahrens, president and CEO of Hannibal Regional Healthcare System. We Welcome

DetectingBoth of Andrew Kiselica’s Alzheimer’s grand- turn into Disease someone they Beforecan barely attention,Symptoms caregiver observations Arise of fathers developed dementia when he recognize,” said Kiselica, an assis- signs of cognitive decline, and neu- Your Local News was in graduate school. tant professor in the School of robehavioral symptoms like anxiety As Kiselica was going through Health Professions. “I don’t want and depression, Kiselica found that neuropsychology training in gradu- people to have to go through that as those with the amyloid plaque in ate school, he saw his mother’s fa- their last phase of life. The experi- their brain were more likely to show TheTHANK Pike County 4-H and FFA membersYOU would like ther become unable to walk or speak ence with my grandparents has been Alzheimer’s-related symptoms com- due to severe dementia. The Univer- the driving force behind my desire pared to those without the amyloid to thank the following businesses and individuals that sity of Missouri researcher said that to study this disease.” plaque, as expected. More signifi- donated to the 2020 Pike County Youth Fair: personal experience has motivated Defined by cognitive changes that cantly, Kiselica found that 42% of Community State Bank Bobby & Mary Lou Dempsey his work to identify and prevent neu- impact one’s ability to complete those with the amyloid plaque Pike County Fair Board Bowling Green Lumber rodegenerative diseases like basic activities in daily life, demen- showed no signs of cognitive de- Pike County Young Farmers & Ingram Plumbing Alzheimer’s. tia is most commonly caused by cline at all. Ranchers Pike Rental Center, Inc. Now an assistant professor of Alzheimer’s disease, a brain disor- “We have developed clear proce- Bunge Dempsey Construction health psychology, Kiselica recently der where a buildup of amyloid dures for classifying individuals SN Partners Mike & Karen Bolte finished a study that has resulted in plaque in the brain leads to memory who are asymptomatic or sympto- Pike County Elected Officials Shaw Angus Farm procedures for defining the preclin- loss and other cognitive issues. matic in the preclinical stages of B&B Automotive Kelly M. Grote, LLC ical stages of Alzheimer’s disease. By looking at datasets from the Alzheimer’s disease,” Kiselica said. Carquest of Bowling Green & McIlroy & Millan Since there are no current treatments National Alzheimer’s Coordinating “This is important because if a drug Louisiana Richard & Susie Oberdahlhoff to reverse the course of Alzheimer’s, Center, Kiselica examined more to treat Alzheimer’s is approved by Eastern Missouri Commission Co. David & Angie Waddell this finding can help drug develop- than 400 individuals who had been the FDA down the road, the drug Feeders Grain Inc. Hollow Shop Auto Sales ers identify who could potentially declared "cognitively normal," and will likely be most effective on those Calvert’s Insurance Pike County Mutual Insurance benefit from a future Alzheimer’s particularly focused on 101 of these with Alzheimer’s-related changes in HNB Bank Long Construction treatment before symptoms of cog- individuals who had a buildup of the brain but no outward signs of The Mercantile Bank Tim & Kathy Kurz nitive decline start to arise. amyloid plaque in the brain that is cognitive decline yet.” Cover Excavating CBC Bank “Most families have had this ex- associated with Alzheimer’s disease. Kiselica added that if those with Fisher Hog Farms Oswald Crow Agency – perience of watching someone who After analyzing test results that Alzheimer’s-related brain pathology Peoples Bank & Trust Adam Oswald/Brock Bailey is vibrant and full of life essentially provided data on their memory and and outward signs of cognitive de- Joe Grote Farms La Crosse Lumber cline take a proposed Alzheimer’s Lewis Hybrids – Scottie Shannon Ayers Oil Company drug in the future, it is possible it Woods Smoked Meats Debby Woodward will be ineffective because the dis- William Blackmore, DDS Curryville Fisheries ease will not be able to reverse Family Health Pharmacies Keithley Hereford Farm course once symptoms start to show Cheonda Farms Sachs Simmental & Angus Farm up. Therefore, his research can help Service & Supply Cooperative A&W Cattle Company – the developers of future drugs de- Pike Feed DBA Steinhage Farms, LLC signed to treat Alzheimer’s disease Eolia Fertilizer P.J. 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James Vandelicht, Owner Sam & Kathy Rowe Funding for the study was provided Mike’s Tire & Service Center Prairie’s Edge Garden Center by the Alzheimer’s Association and Scott & Ellen Meyer Kevin & Ann Glass the National Academy of Neuropsy- Wyble Land and Cattle Co., LLC Weber Automotive chology. Scherder Realty, LLC Charles & Cheri Becker C-M-C Distributing Brock & Stephanie Bailey Smith Trucking Craig E. Bowen, LLC Rich Edmond Insurance Rachel Robb’s Tupperware Braungardt Ag Services Victory Contracting Bank of Louisiana – Shane & DeeDee Martin John & Mary Waddell Dan & Lisa Street Bruce & Stephanie Meyer RE/MAX – The Realty Shop, LLC Mike & Michelle Sambo David & Patty Fisher Miller Ag Service, LLC – Clete Miller Bud Jones Towing & Recovery, LLC G&K Construction Mr. & Mrs. Rex Bradley Ed & Sharon Jackson Deters Sign Co & T-Shirt Shoppe Patti L. Blackmore, DVM, PC Golian’s Saddle & Tack Missouri Day Hall Hauling, LLC Turnbull Contracting GFWC Chautauqua and Friends of the Louisiana Library celebrated Missouri Perkins Electrical Service J.R. Johnston Tack & Harness Day. A collection of children and adult books about the suffragette movement and Pepsi-Cola Bottling Companyof Bowling Green Times the passage of the 19th amendment in Missouri are on display at the Louisiana Li- Bowling Green The Louisiana Press Journal brary in celebration of Missouri Day. Please visit the library and enjoy this wonderful John & Beth Shannon The People’s Tribune collection. THE PEOPLE’S TRIBUNE Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2020 • Page 7 Community News Clarksville VFW, Auxiliary

CelebrateThe Clarksville VFW Post 4610 It was a very enjoyable evening. and Auxiliary participate in the Hal- The post and auxiliary are always loween activities in Clarksville,with willing to participate in activities eight members giving out candy to that are held in the town. approximately 100 youth.

Pictured are members of the Clarksvile VFW and Auxiliary who helped with Halloween activities in Clarksville, from left: Rick Gardner, Joanne Hammuck, president of the auxiliary; Mary Tarpein, Dianne Gardner, and VFW Commander Herbert Everett. Pictured are members of the Clarksvile VFW and Auxiliary who helped with Hal- nesses, and many other entities tures, labels, sells, distributes, or do- loween activities in Clarksville, from left: Robert LaForte, and Helen and Charles across the state have modified oper- nates products in direct response to Riffle. 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The proposed legislation pro- vides liability protections relating to a declared state of emergency for health care providers, manufactur- ers, businesses, schools, churches, and nonprofit organizations, among others. “Since the start of COVID-19, our health care providers have gone above and beyond to respond to COVID-19 and provide exceptional care in an unprecedented and rap- idly changing environment,” Gover- nor Parson said. “Many other organizations across the state have also been instrumental in our re- sponse efforts, including manufac- turers, businesses, churches, and schools, just to name a few.” Following the first identified case of COVID-19 in Missouri on March 7, 2020, Governor Parson signed an Executive Order on March 13 de- claring a state of emergency. Since that time, Missouri’s hospitals and health care providers have altered NECAC At Louisiana Chamber practices and operations accordingly Linda Fritz, county services programs director at the not-for-profit North East to respond and provide care to Community Action Corporation (NECAC), was the featured speaker at the Monday, A patron of the Vandalia Library is pictured at the newly installed self-checkout COVID-19 patients. Nov. 2 monthly membership meeting of the Louisiana Chamber of Commerce. Fritz monitor. Similarly, manufacturers, busi- discussed a new NECAC program called Expand Your Employability, which helps people who’ve had trouble finding employment break down barriers to getting a job. NECAC, a 12-county area social service, community health and public housing agency headquartered in Bowling Green, will provide personnel to speak at com- THE PEOPLE’S TRIBUNE munity groups, schools, businesses and other for organizations. 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Life should be measured not by the number of years, but rather by the love shared, the memories made, the joy given and the blessings received. Please join us, her family & friends, with a card shower for Claudia Barney’s Henderson Gets 12-Pointer On Birthday Cameron Henderson of Louisiana bagged this 12-point buck on his 19th birthday Sunday, Nov. 15 during the opening weekend of whitetail firearms season. 95th Birthday Nov. 30, 2020 Send Cards To: Claudia Barney 608 Elm St. Laddonia, MO 63352 Christmas In The Green 2020 Bowling Green Nov. 19 & 20 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Nov. 21 9 a.m.-5 p.m. The Following Are The Only Participants Of Christmas In The Green A Taste Of Philly - 1521 Bus. Hwy. 54 W. Bowling Green Pharmacy- 8 N. Court Blackwell’s Cottage - 824 Bus. Hwy. 61 N. Bouquet Florist - 120 W. Main The Kountry Store - 822 Bus. Hwy. 61 N. The Garden Gate - 21 N. Main Cross Heartstrings - 820 Bus. Hwy. 61 N. Kaleidoscope Shop - Fairgrounds Hwy. Bankhead’s Candies - 810 Bus. Hwy. 61 N. 54 E. - Variety Of Vendors Reading’s Shed - 519 W. Centennial St. Henny Penny- 600 W. Champ Clark Dr. Hair Creationz Salon & Spa - 816 W. Church Honeyshuck- 207 E. Champ Clark Dr. Brandon Shoots 15-16 Pointer Gypsy Soul Boutique - 219 W. Church Prairie’s Edge Garden Center - Brandon Ball of Columbia, formerly of Farber, brought home this 15-16 point non- typical buck on opening day of the 2020 whitetail firearms season on Saturday, Nov. Spring Hollow Coffee - 211 W. Church 18011 Bus. Hwy. 61 14. A Little Bit Of Home - 201 W. Church Maps Available Thanksgiving Special Merna’s Kitchen - 201 W. Church At All Locations Let us cater your holiday dinner Ann Layne Boutique - 201 W. Church ••KETTLE CORN•• (Must be picked up by 2 p.m., Nov. 25) Forever Primitives - 214 W. Church Turkey - Dressing - Gravy - Cranberry Relish - Rolls - Pumpkin Pie $56.99 2 Pumpkin Pies - $15.99 Sugar Free Pies Available Closed Thanksgiving Day Order Deadline Nov. 21 - 2 p.m. MeMe’s Pantry 104 S. Court Bowling Green 324-6330

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