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Exeter High School graduate Trevor Nelson shares a long embrace with his mother, Kim Nelson, during the Concluding the graduation ceremony on Thursday, the 30 Wheaton grads tossed their caps, popped confetti and flower presentation portion of the school’s graduation sprayed one another with silly string. Kyle Troutman/[email protected] Friday. Kyle Troutman/[email protected]

Hailey Benniger, left, shares a laugh with Kaitlyn Bernard while the Southwest band played the school song at the beginning of graduation Friday. A total of 52 students at Purdy graduate Casey Ellison grinned fully as she Purdy’s Hallie Henderson and José Perez exchanged the district received their diplomas. Kyle Troutman/editor@ turned her tassel to complete her high school days. hugs after graduation. Murray Bishoff/Cassville Democrat cassville-democrat.com Murray Bishoff/Cassville Democrat

Southwest’s Evan Still, right, and Josh Clay, left, laugh during a portion of Tanner Leonhardt’s co-valedictorian speech in which Leonhardt discussed his voice change From left, Sean Lowry, Gerardo Nunez, Lina Hang, Kayla Vang, Samantha over the years and played his voicemail message from when he was in fifth grade. Sherwood, Emily Pendergraft and Kaylee Morgan laugh at a slideshow made for Kyle Troutman/[email protected] the Wheaton High School Class of 2018. Kyle Troutman/[email protected] House fire ravages Cassville home; cause still unknown where it is believed to have started, AC when they left home. That was Family assesses HOUSE FIRE to the attic, then to the basement. the only thing that had changed.” options in aftermath Who: Cassville family The family was not home when According to Beck, an investi- What: A family’s home caught on fire the fire began. gation into the cause would cost BY JULIA KILMER due to unknown reasons Beck and husband, Kory, do not $500. When: May 7 at approximately 5 p.m. [email protected] know how the fire started. The only “We don’t have the money do to Where: 94 Gravel Street On the afternoon of May 7, thing they had done differently was that,” she said. Cassville resident Dawnmarie Beck put in a window air conditioning When the AC unit caught on fire, and her family, who were in the house was on fire, so we went back unit the day before in the master Beck said, it fell out of the window process of moving, were setting up to town and there were fire trucks bedroom. and landed on the family’s truck, their new residence when a call and police cars everywhere,” Beck “I don’t know what happened,” which was parked by the basement, from a neighbor derailed their said. Beck said. “We don’t know if it catching the basement on fire. plans. The Cassville Fire Department came from the window AC unit, but “The fire department was there “We had gone to the house we and Exeter Fire Department as far as we know, it started in the for two hours trying to get the attic were renting to set it up and began responded to fight the house fire, master bedroom, but they [family fire out,” Beck said. getting calls saying [our current] which spread from a bedroom members] said they turned off the CONTINUED ON PAGE 9 SAVE MY SPOT Wait at home With SAVE MY SPOT, simply go online, choose Urgent Care in Monett and a time – and you’re in line. coxhealth.com/savemyspot

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NEWS BRIEFS Business members connect at First Friday Coffee event Food distribution set for Tuesday There will be a USDA Commodities Distribution from 3:30-5 p.m. Tuesday at the Cassville United Methodist Church, located at 601 Gravel St. in Cassville. Low- income households are invited to receive a free USDA Commodities food box. Families should bring proof of address for all household members. The church is an equal opportunity provider. Neighborhood Center to host Open House The Ozark Area Community Action Corporation’s Barry County Neighborhood Center will host an Open House on May 23 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Neighborhood Center, located at 700 E. Hwy. 248 in Cassville. Lunch will be served. May is Community Action Month, and the Center is excited to hold this drop-in event to celebrate Community Action. OACAC to offer Life Skills Class The Ozark Area Community Action Corporation will host a Life Skills Class from 1-3 p.m. on Tuesday at the Cassville United Methodist Church, located at 601 Gravel St. in Cassville. The topic is, “Tips and Ideas on Summer Water Safety, Preparing and Storing food Safely, Keeping Yourself Healthy.” Low-income individ- uals who attend the life skills class can sign up to receive a USDA Commodities Food Box at the conclusion of the Members of the business community and Cassville Chamber enjoyed meeting for coffee and conversation on class. For more information, people may contact the May 4 at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore, which hosted this month’s event. Jim Craig/Special to the Cassville Democrat OACAC Barry County Neighborhood Center at 417-847- 2140. Rick Ragsdale, left, has a conversation with Jerry Marple and Mayor Cassville High School drama department Bill Shiveley during the hosting Boot Camp Cassville Chamber’s The Cassville High School Speech And Debate First Friday Coffee Team and Mask and Gavel Club will host its Drama event May 4. This Boot Camp on May 24 and 25 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. month, the meeting each day. Students in kindergarten through eighth was held at the Habitat grade are invited to attend. The camp will be held in for Humanity ReStore, the middle school FEMA building. The class fee is $20 which provides a huge and includes a T-shirt if pre-registered by Friday, May assortment of home 18. Snacks are provide, but participants should bring and building supplies their own lunch. There will be a special performance for the community, by participants on May 25 at 6 p.m. in the FEMA along with many knick- building. For more information, people may call knacks for treasure Talana Hinson at 918-848-0101. hunting. The monthly meetings, hosted by Women’s self defense seminar set for Saturday the Chamber, help local The RWTB Family Martial Arts Center, located businesses connect and at 601 Main St. in Cassville, will host “Fight Back,” network. Jim Craig/Special a women’s defense seminar, on Saturday from 1-5 to the Cassville Democrat p.m. The cost is $40 and class size is limited. To reg- ister, people may call CJ Tabor at 417-846-6211. The seminar does not require a lot of strength of physical ability, and the techniques are taught in a non-threat- ening, non-intimidating atmosphere. The instructor is Ernest Freeman, premier status instructor and 7th-degree black belt. The guest instructor is Cheyann Cassville splits assistant Essley, RWTB advanced status 3rd-degree black belt and Cassville alumna. The class aims to teach realistic self-defense, situational awareness and effective strik- ing techniques. superintendent role Lawrence and Barry County Democrats to meet The Lawrence and Barry County Democrats will meet White, Mitchell available, tion admin- at 7 p.m. at the Angus Branch Steakhouse, located at 114 CO-DIRECTORS you look at istration, a Chapel Drive in Monett, on May 24. Those wishing to eat hired as OF LEARNING it and think, master's in should arrive at 5:45-6 p.m. Guest speakers will be from Who: 'Maybe, this education- Cassville school is the right al adminis- March For Our Lives, a student group from Springfield co-directors of district, Eric White, Traci time.' tration and that formed after the Stoneman Douglas High School learning Mitchell shooting in Florida. Also speaking will be guests from What: White and Mitchell "I love is currently Cassville, so working on a Moms Demand Action, of Joplin, a group advocating for BY JULIA KILMER were hired to be the dis- WHITE MITCHELL common sense, responsible gun safety laws. For more trict’s new Co-Directors of to be able to combination [email protected] participate of a special- information, people may call Jim or Pat Kabell at 417- The Cassville school Learning, which replace the 452-3287. previous assistant superin- in this capacity and stay in ist and doctorate. district is changing the tendent position Cassville is a Godsend, and Mitchell shared what position of assistant super- When: July 1/2018-2019 I'm really thankful. I enjoy some of she and White's Multiple cemetery associations to meet soon intendent, now becoming school year working here and antic- first goals in the position Many local cemetery associations have scheduled two co-directors of learn- ipate being able to retire will be as co-directors. meetings in coming weeks. ing positions. to help the teachers and here." "I think, number one, • The Corinth Cemetery Association will host its According to Dr. students first, and have a Along with his experi- we've come up with an annual meeting on Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at the ceme- Richard Asbill, the two central office support staff ence, White brings a bach- entrance plan for the first tery shelter. administrative roles, to take care of the state elor of science in secondary 90 days," Mitchell said. • The Mt. Pleasant Cemetery Association will hold which will be filled by Eric and federal compliance physical education, a mas- "One of [those goals] is to its annual business meeting on May 26 at 2 p.m. at White and Traci Mitchell, pieces." ter's in educational admin- build relations. One of first the Mt. Pleasant Church and cemetery. All commu- will replace the position Asbill said about 24 istration, and a specialist things we plan to do, and nity members interested in the cemetery are invited filled by Jill LeCompte, individuals applied for the in educational adminis- that is from conversations to attend. Donations are appreciated and provide for who is retiring. two positions, including tration to the director of with employees, parents maintenance and upkeep of the church and grounds. "What we were looking teachers and administra- learning position. and teachers, is just to lis- Donations will be accepted at the cemetery or can be at is trying to put some tors from other districts. "The biggest goal I will ten and develop trust with mailed to Secretary Diana Cope at 10404 E. Fifth St., focus on our individu- "We had a lot of real- strive for is to make sure I those in the community, Butterfield, MO, 65625. For more information, people al building-level school ly qualified interest in the provide the best opportu- and collaboration with the may call 417-342-4900. improvement needs," position," Asbill said. "Eric nity for students, teachers instructional coaches and • The Ennis Cemetery Association will meet May 27 Asbill said. "There are has been a part of the dis- and parents of the district, faculty to find out what at 2 p.m. at the cemetery. Donations may be mailed some teaching and learn- trict for several years and because I want to do what's the concerns are. And to Secretary Carolyn Sleeth at 14702 Farm Road 1137, ing priority goals in place, understands our students best for all of the stake- we'll be using the strate- Cassville, MO, 65625. Checks may be made payable to and we're trying to put an and teachers and is aware holders in the district. gic-plan meetings to look Ennis Cemetery. emphasis there from the of our improvement needs That can take on many fac- at the vision and direc- • The Leann Cemetery annual meeting will be held central office view point and goals, whereas Traci es. You don't know what tion, along with gathering May 27 at 2 p.m. at the cemetery. Business will include that would be accordance brings in a new perspective you'll be dealt with, so I information." the election of one board members. Donation for ceme- with each building. in regards to the student just want to make sure I'm "I'm excited to work tery upkeep may be mailed to Secretary Ruby Vincent at "We reached this deci- and parent needs. Serving doing the very best." with White, and think the 20674 Farm Road 2065, Aurora, MO, 65605. sion by having conver- in the Wheaton district, she He looks forward to meetings we've worked on sations with some of our has a very similar perspec- working with Mitchell. together so far have been teachers and instructional tive in community needs. "She's a great person, really good. We're going CORRECTIONS coaches. If we could refo- So, you bring in like-mind- very energetic and very to make a good team. I am The Cassville Democrat corrects factual errors cus on the curriculum, ed individuals, but with genuine," White said. "I excited to work with the promptly and courteously. If you have a correction the teaching and learning key skills in different areas think we really comple- administrators at Cassville or clarification, please email Editor Kyle Troutman at improvement efforts, and to say, 'This is how we're ment each other with our and the teachers. There [email protected] coordinate those things so going to do things better.'" experiences." are some really awesome that we aren't having four White, intermedi- For Mitchell, the things going on." individual islands [at each ate school principal, has Wheaton school district school], but really bridg- served in administration has been home for eight CASSVILLE CASSVILLE ing those in a staircase at the district for 14 years, years, where she has DEMOCRAT kind of flow where you'd including his current posi- served as a sixth-grade emocrat be taking a step from the tion for seven years, mid- math teacher, special ed May 16, 2018 DCOVERING BARRY COUNTY LIKE THE MORNING DEW primary to the interme- dle school principal for director, and, most recent- Volume One Hundred Forty-eight Number 17 Rust Publishing MOARCASS, L.L.C. diate, it would be a seam- six, and assistant middle ly, high school princi- Rust publishing is family owned and operated. less transition where we school principal for one. pal. Previous to that, she (USPS092920) would take students from Previous to that, he taught taught junior high math at 600 Main Street - P.O. Box 486 (417) 847-2610 LISA CRAFT, GENERAL MANAGER one level to the next." math and science, and he Southwest and high school FAX: (417) 847-3092 KYLE TROUTMAN, EDITOR Another focus was pre- coached in East Newton business at Pierce City. Rust Publishing MOARCASS, L.L.C. paring students to be col- for seven years and Purdy "There are great people lege and career-ready. for one. in this district and it [leav- Yearly Subscription Rate P.O. Box 486 • 600 Main Street - Cassville, MO 65625 "That meant that we "It's bittersweet any- ing] certainly pulls at your in Barry, Lawrence, McDonald, Phone: 417-847-2610 FAX: 417-847-3092 needed to change how Newton and Stone counties Email address: [email protected] time that you [make a] heart strings, but I'm excit- $28.75 Website: Cassville-Democrat.com that position operated change," White said. ed for the new opportunity Elsewhere and make it more build- "Being away from the kids at Cassville," she said. "I $39.00 STAFF ing-specific to student will be different because all think I fit there very well, Periodicals Postage Paid At Darlene Wierman ...... Office Manager and teacher needs," Asbill of my years of administra- and I think there are some Cassville, Missouri 65625 Jared Lankford ...... Sports Editor said. "So we divided the tion has revolved around great things there." POSTMASTER: Julia Kilmer ...... Staff Writer position to become more Mitchell attended Send Address Changes to Brad Stout ...... Graphic Designer being with the kids, but efficient, but, really, to be this is something I thought Crowder College, then CASSVILLE DEMOCRAT James Craig ...... AccountExecutive P.O. Box 486 Marion Chrysler ...... AccountExecutive more effective for students might have an opportunity obtained a bachelor of sci- ence in accounting, a cer- Cassville, MO 65625 Kevin Funcannon ...... Distribution Director and teachers. The priority to do before I retired and email:[email protected] needs to be, we're going when this position became tificate in special educa- CASSVILLE PAGE 3 Sports Editor Jared Lankford emocrat 417-847-2610 D SPORTS [email protected] Wednesday, May 16, 2018

CASSVILLE BASEBALL STATE BERTHS ON THE LINE Record: 3-15 Last result: Fell to Carl Junction, 5-4 Next: Offseason Building for the future Wildcats drop district heartbreaker to Carl Junction, 5-4 BY JARED LANKFORD [email protected] Football is often described as a game of inches, but Saturday, the Cassville baseball team proved that its game is equally just as Cassville’s Nathan Dick clears the bar during the pole vault competition for the Wildcats this season. Rob Wright/ Special to the Cassville close. Democrat Cassville suffered a gut-wrenching defeat to Carl Junction in the district opener, 5-4. The Wildcats jumped out to a 3-1 lead and maintained the Cassville track takes advantage into the sixth inning. Errors and a problem of locat- ing the strike zone in the sixth allowed four Carl Junction runs in the inning and put the pressure back on the Wildcats. aim at qualifications In the top of the seventh, Cassville made things interest- BY JARED LANKFORD ing. Jarrod Wallace used a RBI [email protected] groundout to drive in a run. or three Cassville hopefuls, the With two outs and a runner dream of a state track berth is on on second, Zac Acheson singled Fthe line Saturday in Carthage. to left field. The throw went to On Saturday, the Wildcats competed the plate and Bulldogs catcher in district action in Mt. Vernon. Only the Dalton Honey reached back to top four finishers in each event qualified tag the runner just before he to advance to the sectional round. Top crossed home plate to preserve four finishers at sectionals will qualify for the 5-4 victory. state. District meet results are as follows: First BRIEFS • 400-meter: Austin Wilson, 50.75 • Shot put: Skyler Wolf, 49-06.25 Women's Golf League hosts Second day on links • 200-meter: Austin Wilson, 23.88 Jesse Anthonysz clears the hurdle for the Wildcats during action this season. Rob Thursday brought out 10 golf- • Javelin: Jordan Reed, 148-0 Wright/Special to the Cassville Democrat ers to the Women's Golf League Fourth in Cassville. It was a beautiful day • Discus: Skyler Wolf, 135’06” Tolbert, 1:35.97 • 3,200-meter: Pace Evans, 11:49.99 and not too hot. The game of the Fifth Seventh • 4x100 relay: Michael Sommers, DJ day was “Blind Partner.” Sue King • Long jump: Austin Wilson, 19-07 • 110 hurdles: Jesse Anthonysz, 17.96 White, Luis Lara and Anthony Tolbert, and Barb Vesely won first place • Pole vault: Nathan Dick, 10-0 • Discus: Andrew Prier, 126-06 with a 73. Second place went to • 300-hurdles: Devon Brookes, 44.87 • Pole vault: Zane Ganoung, 9-6 48.23 Pam Graham and Deb Yarnall • 4x200 relay: Michael Sommers, Eighth On May 7, the Wildcats brought an with a 76. Third place was won by DJ White, Austin Wilson and Anthony • 110 Hurdles: Zane Ganoung, 18.04 CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 Ann Loeppke and Doris Conner with a 77. The league plays each Thursday morning at 9 a.m. Dual soccer camp now Lady Wildcats loading sectional field Friday enrolling A pair of soccer camps hosted Cassville plans LADY WILDCATS TRACK by Cassville Wildcat soccer coach- What: Qualify nine for sectionals es Jake Forste, Lauren Stepp and for busy Saturday When: Saturday current Cassville soccer players track action Where: Carthage are seeking interested parties. Registration is not limited to cur- BY JARED LANKFORD 33-08 rent Cassville students. The sixth- [email protected] • 4x100 relay: Kennedy through eighth-grade boys and Saturday will be an excep- Parnell, Kyren Postlewait, girls camp is set for June 14 and tionally busy day for the Hannah Hackler and Parker 15 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The first- Cassville track team. Marple, 51.99 though fifth-grade camp is slated for June 7 and 8 at the same time. The Lady Wildcats travel to • 4x200 relay: Chole All events will be hosted at the Carthage for Class 3 sectional Parsons, Kyren Postlewait, Cassville High School field. Each action with state qualification Hannah Hackler and Parker camp costs $40 and includes a on their mind. Marple, 1:50.79, personal camp shirt and lunch each day. The Lady Wildcats are fresh record For more information, people off a third-place district fin- • 3,200-meter: Jordyn may contact Jake Forste at jfor- ish and feel good about their Stafford, 13:20.23 [email protected]. chances on Saturday. The top Third Kennedy Parnell clears the barrier during track action for Cassville four finishers from the dis- • High jump: Brianna this season. Rob Wright/Special to the Cassville Democrat trict competition qualified for Hemphill, 4-10 Tourney schedule hectic for the sectional meet. The top • 100- hurdles: Kennedy On May 7, Cassville took Stafford, 13:22.54 Cassville Golf Club four finishers at sectionals will Parnell, 17.48 third at the Big 8 Conference The preliminary tournament then qualify for state. • 300-hurdles: Kennedy meet in Anderson. Results are Second and Second Team schedule for 2018 season at the Parnell, 51.34 as follows: All-Conference Cassville Golf Club has been District meet results are released, and the first three on • 1,600-meter: Jordyn • Shot put: Audra Brooks, Stafford, 5:53.35 First and First Team All- the docket include the Friday as follows: 35.7-5, personal record First Fourth conference Cassville Chamber of Commerce • 4x100 relay: Kennedy • Shot put: Kyren Postlewait, • Javelin: Josi Rose, 116-01 • Shot put: Kyren Postlewait, Four-Person Scramble and June 37-00.5 • 200-meter: Parker 39-10, personal record Parnell, Kyren Postlewait, 3 and 4 Cassville Golf Course Second Marple, 28.01 • 1,600-meter: Jordyn Hannah Hackler and Parker three-man scramble. People may • Discus: Josi Rose, 100-01 • 100-meter: Hannah Stafford, 5:49.84 Marple, 51.84 personal record contact the Pro-Shop at 417-847- CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 2399 for more information about • Shot put: Audra Brooks, Hackler, 13.85 • 3,200-meter: Jordyn these events. Golf tournament set in June The Missouri Veterans Home Lady Eagles softball leave it on the field in loss Assistance League has announced the Third Annual Duffers for left field 180-foot sign. been a group that has 100 wins Veterans Golf Tournament, which Purdy falls short PURDY SOFTBALL After the game, Purdy Coach during their prep careers and will be held on June 16 at the of Final Four Record: 20-5 Lori Videmschek said her team only 16 or 17 losses. These Honey Creek Golf Club north of Last result: Fell 3-2 to Liberal gave everything they had and seniors have worked extreme- Aurora. The golf tournament will softball bid Next: Offseason left it all on the field. ly hard, and they have a lot to be a fundraiser to benefit the vet- “It was a really good game, be proud of,” Videmschek said. eran residents of the Mt. Vernon BY JARED LANKFORD Coupled with 10 strikeouts, the and I’m proud of our kids,” “They’ve won four conference Missouri Veterans Home. This [email protected] Lady Eagles were cruising. Videmschek said. “We knew it championships, four district will be a four-man scramble with For five innings, the Purdy The sixth inning opened with would be a low-scoring game championships and were sec- registration times of 8 a.m. and softball game plan had worked an intentional walk and a sin- and it would come down to who ond at state last year. I’m proud 12:30 p.m. The number of flights to perfection in the Class 1 quar- gle. With one out, another single got the key hits. We had our of them.” based on entries. A team must consist of four people. They will terfinal at Liberal. loaded the bases but another Videmschek said there is chances, left runners at second have 50/50 drawing and silent strikeout put Purdy in a position The Lady Eagles (20-5) base and we made one mistake. plenty to work with next season, auction. Lunch will be provid- owned a 2-0 lead thanks to to get out of the inning with no At this level, you have to be per- although the team will be con- ed. The fee is $60 per person, two solo home runs by senior damage done. fect, and today, they were. But siderably younger. which includes cart. For those Casey Ellison, and pitcher Hallie A chopper to third base we have nothing to hang our “I think we’ll have more that don’t play golf, but wish to Henderson, who had been stel- forced a wild throw and allowed heads about.” speed,” she said. “This summer support hometown heroes, dona- lar on the mound. Henderson two runs to score, tying the score Videmschek praised the will be huge in setting the stage. tions can be made. To register, allowed just four base runners at 2-2. Liberal delivered the efforts her team’s four seniors: Right now, I want the girls to for- or for more information, people and three walks, two of those knockout punch in the top of the Henderson, Ellison, Kylie Wood get about softball and go enjoy may contact David Kloppenborg being intentional and a runner seventh when Kaylee Daniels and Zoe Brown. their summer, enjoy graduation. at 417-466-7103 or david.klop- reached on a fielder’s choice. deposited an 0-2 pitch over the “I told them that there hasn’t We’ll worry about softball later.” [email protected]. Page 4 • Wednesday, May 16, 2018 Cassville Democrat COMMENTARY

STAFF VIEW How photography has changed nce, photography was part of my rate Oin the Navy and then for nearly 50 years it became an important part of newspapering. But, going back to childhood days, I can recall when glass negatives that received a coating of BOB MITCHELL light sensitive chemicals OZARK VIEWS & COMMENTS and then a flash of gun- powder actually provided eliminated the need for light for an inside expo- film holders or film packs. sure. Roll film came in all This was when Hysee types of speeds, even in Photography was locat- bulk, which permitted ed on Townsend Street, reloading some cartridges. between 7th and 8th Included in this type was streets. When that family Nitrate, which was used went out of business, a in both still and movie bunch of us neighborhood cameras. One such use of boys learned what a major this type was during the part of their business had Hungnam evacuation in been. Korea in 1950. It was so In those days, it was a cold that it was necessary STATE VIEW standard procedure that to keep cameras under when a person died, the your parka when not photographer would be filming or the film would one of the first calls made. get so cold it would break when advanced. Whatever happens in court this week, Gov. Before the funeral and We even tried Polaroid after the undertaker had in the Navy, but it was completed his task, the ruled out. The most reli- corpse would be photo- Eric Greitens deserves to be impeached able was the 35mm or the graphed in their casket for 4x5 graphic. Our graph- preservation of the mem- Whatever happens in an's ex-husband and two denied that he did any- for his actions. ics utilized a focal plain court this week, Gov. Eric friends she told about thing wrong in either In fact, Gardner's ory. The family would get shutter, known as Battle prints of the deceased. Greitens deserves to be Greitens' behavior with case, continues to cast decision not to pursue Graphics, if lost or dam- impeached her soon after it occurred himself as the victim of a sexual assault charges is When Hysees closed aged, a between the lens This will be quite a in 2015. politically inspired "witch more mystifying than her their shop and moved shutter would not be lost. out of their shop, a large week for Eric Greitens But Assistant Circuit hunt." assumption that the pho- trailer was parked out Unprinted film and for all Missourians. Attorney Robert Dierker Not exactly; there's no to would turn up. in Townsend Street and Somewhere in a storage As soon as a jury can has said that prosecutors evidence that Gardner is Whatever happens discarded negatives, all space at home there are be seated, the governor's do not have the semi-na- hysterical, or out to get a in court this week won't glass, were headed for the several hundred feet of first criminal trial will ked photo that the gover- monster that exists only change our view that Cassville city dump. For Nitrate film from the Far begin in St. Louis, where nor is accused of taking in her imagination. Greitens deserves to be some reason, this process East that has never been he faces a felony charge without the victim's "You can't read the impeached, though. attracted this bunch of printed. It would be inter- of invasion of privacy. consent. That will make it accounts" in reports from Or that Missouri boys, especially when it esting to view these expo- Then on Friday, a more difficult for prose- the House committee, deserves a governor who was discovered what was sures, now nearly 70 years 30-day special session on cutors to prove their case. former Missouri GOP has not been credibly being discarded. We spent old, to see if the images the governor's impeach- The governor's legal chair John Hancock told accused of sexual and a considerable length of thereon still exist. ment is set to begin in the team, meanwhile, is still us recently, "and come physical violence and time going through the A lot of the footage Missouri House. trying to stop the state away with anything other theft. negatives that had not is duplicates of official In between, the bipar- from continuing to search than extreme concern." Impeachment is not been broken in the dispos- photos taken on the tisan House committee for it on the governor's The only way to believe apt to happen quickly, al process. As far as my graphic film. My 35mm was always on a short investigating Greitens will phone. If Greitens took Greitens not guilty of the but it's more import- memory goes, there were continue to do its work, no such picture, why stop behavior he's accused ant that it be handled probably some relatives, chain when on assign- as will the governor's fel- the search? of, Hancock says, "is to correctly, which is why at least some that we ment or out for pleasure. might have known in the Sometimes, the backup low Republican, Attorney Still, unless St. Louis believe that everyone we've repeatedly asked discoveries. This process was quite handy if the General Josh Hawley. Circuit Attorney Kim else is lying, and I'm Greitens to step down for of rummaging went on for other exposure wasn’t Though just about Gardner's team finds that not prone to believing the good of the state, not quite sometime, at least desirable. anything can happen in photo — and clearly, time conspiracy theories." We to mention of his own until we were discovered a courtroom, and has, we is running out — it will be aren't, either. family. Armed Forces Day would not be surprised tough to get a conviction Ultimately, only one That there are chil- and admonished to leave This Saturday can be the material as it was. to see Greitens acquitted on this charge. person is to blame for dren involved makes an important day for those on the invasion of privacy In a separate felony Eric Greitens' problems, his refusal to do so even Paul was last known who have served in the charge. case, Greitens is also and that's Eric Greitens. more heartbreaking than The last known mem- military. Armed Forces That's not because we accused of accessing the Yet the newbie pros- it is infuriating. The state ber of this family was Paul Day came to be with the don't believe the account donor list of the veterans ecutor does not seem to will recover from his ugly Hysee, who became one unification of the military of the governor's former charity he started without have made the strongest self-indulgence, and so forces back in 1949. This of the lead designers for a hairdresser, as laid out the group's consent, and possible case against will the governor's party, former Springfield indus- was the President Harry Truman days and impor- in excruciating detail by of using the list illegally, a public official who but the innocent may or try, Lily-Tulip Corp., a cup the House committee, to raise campaign cash. indulged in the usual may not, and that too, and container manufac- tantly, someone who was to become Missouri’s sen- which also took sworn Greitens, who has magical thinking that will be on him. turer. The reason for this testimony from the wom- from the beginning he'd never pay any price — The Kansas City Star bit of knowledge, he was ator, Stuart Symington, supervisor for one of my who was the first secretary best Springfield friends of the Air Force. FINANCIAL VIEW and team member, Paul The so-called merger of Nickles. (Paul, by the way, the military forces wasn’t was a cousin of the Exeter taken very kindly by many family, many of whom of the hardcore members played baseball for the of the various services. There were many behind- Save up, or get a mortgage? Exeter Aces.) the-scenes battles for rec- He lived on Kimbrough Dear Dave, by law just like everyone else. Street and was one of ognition, appropriations, weapons and material. I’m 28, single, and I just became Be certain to keep your end of the first boys I met when debt-free. In addition, I make the agreement. Make your pay- moving to Springfield. It However, even though there are probably some $70,000 a year and have the equiv- ments on time, or early, whenever was in a pickup basket- alent of six months of expenses set possible. Then, if they call you at ball game in the gym at diehards around these days, it would seem to aside for emergencies. Should I save work again, remind them of your First and Calvary Church up to pay cash for a house, or is initial payment and the terms of on East Cherry Street. this observer the Armed mortgage debt okay? I’d like to keep the agreement already in place. Be Another player was Jack Forces are well these days. Hutchens, son of Leo So, this Saturday, stop the price of a new home between DAVE RAMSEY polite, but firm, and demand that and Lucille, also former and recognize what we $200,000 and $225,000. Since I they never call you at your office Cassville folks, who ran Americans have pulling currently live in a nice apartment, DAVE SAYS again. Stewart’s Ice Cream on for us all over the world I think I can save about $20,000 think about this. Wouldn’t it be In addition, send them a certified Jefferson Street. and the sacrifices they a year. What do you think? — great to have your own home, and letter, return receipt requested, so make for themselves and Kathryn still be completely debt-free, at 40? you’ll have proof you sent the letter Back to photography their families. and they received it. In the letter, From glass negatives, It’s something to think about! — Dear Kathryn, Dave let them know that — according to the art of photography Bob Mitchell is the former It sounds like you’re in great guidelines set forth in the Federal went to sheet film, and editor and publisher of the financial shape. Congratulations on Fair Debt Collection Practices Act — eventually to flash bulbs, Cassville Democrat. He is becoming debt-free! Stand up to them! you are demanding they not call you which were a pain to carry a 2017 inductee to both the Let’s take a look at both scenari- Dear Dave, at your office again. two different sizes to fit Missouri Press Association os. If you can save $20,000 a year, A debt collection agency started If they call you there after receiv- the necessity plus a couple Hall of Fame and Missouri that means you’re about 10 years calling my office a few weeks ago. I ing this formal demand to stop, of reflectors. Next came Southern State University’s away from a nice, paid-for home, gave them an initial payment, and they’ll be in violation of federal roll film, which was much Regional Media Hall of and you’re still debt-free. That’s one made an agreement to pay off the law. If that happens, let them know more convenient and Fame. option. At the same time, I don’t yell debt in monthly installments. This you’ll talk to a lawyer and sue them. at people for taking out a 15-year, morning, they started calling me at — Dave LETTERS TO THE EDITOR fixed-rate mortgage, where the pay- my office again wanting payment. ments are no more than 25 percent Can I legally demand they not call Dave Ramsey is CEO of Ramsey The purpose of the Commentary page is to provide of their monthly take home pay. In me at my place of employment? — Solutions. He has authored seven a forum of various opinions. We encourage letters this situation, you could save like James best-selling books, including The to the editor, but ask that submissions be 250 words crazy for a couple of years and make Total Money Makeover. The Dave or less. The opinions of columnists, letter writers a big down payment on a home in Dear James, Ramsey Show is heard by more than and cartoonists are not necessarily shared by the the price range you’re talking about. Absolutely! You have a legal and 13 million listeners each week on 585 Cassville Democrat or its staff. Then, you could pay off that house moral obligation to pay your debts, radio stations and multiple digital If you have an opinion, send a letter to Kyle Troutman, in just 15 years. and I’m glad this is something you platforms. Follow Dave on the web at Cassville Democrat, P.O. Box 486, Cassville, MO 65625, I honestly don’t have a problem recognize. But collectors have rules DaveRamsey.com and on Twitter at @ or by email to [email protected] with either solution, Kathryn, but they must follow. They’re governed DaveRamsey. Cassville Democrat Wednesday, May 16, 2018 • Page 5 LOCAL

LOCAL SUPPORT GROUPS To add or change a listing, email [email protected] Alcoholics Anonymous Celebrate Recovery Church families come n Aurora: n Cassville: The Alcoholics Celebrate Anonymous (AA) Group of Recovery meets at the Family Aurora meets at 8 p.m. at Life Center in Cassville Aurora Community of Christ every Tuesday at 6 p.m. Church at 120 E. Elm every Meeting at the same time is Tuesday and Thursday. Call Celebration Station for chil- together in Carr Lane 417-229-1237 dren. This is for anyone with n Cassville: The Alcoholics hurts, habit or hang-ups. and their amazing kind- but the concrete up front Anonymous (AA) Group of n Golden: Celebrate Contractor fails to CHURCH ness shows how great the through the company he Cassville meets at 8 p.m. Recovery meets at 7 p.m. at complete work, people of this community used. at 1308 Harold Street in the Golden Baptist Church GETTING HELP Cassville every Sunday, on Route J in Golden every Who: are. Volunteers have come "We had paid more community Carr Lane Southern Monday, Tuesday and Monday of each month. Baptist Church and other churches have than $3,000 already for taken up donations for us. Thursday. Call 417-847- Dinner is served at 6:15 steps up Where: 9276 W. Hwy. 86 in that, and the day the con- These are good, Christian crete company was sup- 3685. p.m. This is for anyone with Carr Lane n Eagle Rock: The hurts, habit or hang-ups. BY KYLE TROUTMAN What: Is receiving monetary people who have come out, posed to arrive, he said and it's a bit overwhelm- they were busy and he Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) n Monett: Celebrate [email protected] and in-kind donations after Group of Eagle Rock meets Recovery meets at New Area residents and a contractor failed to com- ing. I get to crying think- could not get a hold of ing about it because we at 7 p.m. at 86 & P (Mitchel Site Baptist Church, 1925 churches are coming plete work on the building them," Pounds said. "A Plaza) every Monday and Farm Rd 1060 in Monett, together to help one of thought we were all alone. few days later, he said they Wednesday. Call 417-271- on Thursdays. Doors open their own after a contrac- Ranch were not having We're a small church and were for sure coming and 0434. at 6. Childcare provided. tor failed to complete work that. we love it, and we can't asked for more money so n Marionville: The The Landing, a Celebrate on the Carr Lane Southern "The Boys Ranch came believe the kindness of all he would be able to pay Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Recovery group for teens, Baptist Church building in out over the weekend and the people who have come them. When we got the Group of Marionville meets meets at the same time and recent weeks. helped us pull down some to help." receipt from them, it had at 8 p.m. on Highway 60 site. Still needing done are next to Dairy Queen every n Purdy: Celebrate Recovery Karen Pounds, one of siding that had been left their number, so we called things like finishing the Sunday. Call 417-463-7640. meets at First Baptist about 30 church members up, and the pastor of a and asked them about the siding, replacing some day the contractor said n Monett: The Alcoholics Church, 301 Washington and part of the building church in Golden has also shingles on the church's they couldn't make it, and Anonymous (AA) Group of St. in Purdy, at 10 a.m. on committee, said the church been a wonderful help," awning, insulation, paint- they told us he had can- Monett meets at 7 p.m. Mondays. spent a total of $11,000 Pounds said. "Three of us ing, pouring a concrete celed the order that day." at St. Lawrence Catholic n Seligman: Celebrate with a contractor to com- have gotten some of the handicap pad and adjust- After spending about Church, 405 Seventh Recovery meets at MOZark plete work like siding and new siding up on one side Street, every Sunday and Fellowship, 28277 Frisco of the building and part ing the handicap ramp the $11,000 with the con- concrete, but the contrac- contractor did not connect tractor, he left with work Wednesday. Call 417-489- Street, every Wednesday. of the front, and a couple 5058. Food is served at 6 p.m., tor continued to ask for properly. unfinished and threatened of us were still working n Mt. Vernon: The and the meeting begins at more money and even- "We gave the contrac- Monday. Different church- to put a lien on the church Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) 7 p.m. tually left the job unfin- tor money for the concrete building. es have said they'd come Group of Mt. Vernon meets ished and threatened a and labor, and he said he'd "He took the majority Pounds said church mem- help, and [a lot of people at 8 p.m. at the Christian be back the next day but of the siding off, except Church on 703 Hickory every Diabetes bers sought the advice of came Tuesday]." just packed up and left," for what was really high Pounds said after all Monday. Call 417-489-2413 Support Group Cassville Attorney Blake Pounds said. "Our ramp up that he couldn't reach or 417-440-1567. that has happened, the n Aurora: The Aurora Fields, but found their needs fixed because there's in the back," Pounds said. n Washburn: Narcotics legal options were more church members thought Diabetes Support Group a step that is at an angle "He put some new siding Anonymous and Alcoholics meets the third Wednesday costly than beneficial and they were on their own, and does not connect to on, but we had to take it off Anonymous group meets it would be better to just and the help has been an of each month at Mercy the rest of the ramp, so because it wasn't installed at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday Hospital in Aurora in the do the work themselves unexpected blessing. of every month at the First people who use it have to properly and would have private dining room at 4-5 "We are shocked," she Baptist Church Activity as time and manpower go off the ramp onto the voided our warranty on p.m. It is free and open to Center, 618 Second Street allowed. said. "All of the sudden, ground where there's a the siding. Parts weren't the public. Note: There is no in Washburn. 417-489-7662. However, Fields, area people started calling and bunch of tree roots to get fully nailed in and would meeting in December. churches and the Lives asking to come help. It's up to the next part of the wobble when you touched Under Construction Boys been an absolute blessing, ramp." Al-Anon it. We asked the contractor n Cassville: Al-Anon Family Grief Care Support n Pounds said the church to come back out and talk Group meets at 8 p.m. at Marionville: Grief Care had been making calls and to us to settle everything, the United Methodist Church Support, sponsored com- checking listings for con- and he said no and that he in Cassville every Thursday munity support by Integrity tractors to make bids to just wanted the money we of each month. This is for Hospice, is held the last do the work, but they were owed him if we didn't pay family or friends of alcohol- Thursday of every month having a hard time getting in five days, he would put ics. at 10 a.m. in Marionville talon media group anyone to come because a lien on the building. We at Methodist Manor, 205 the church is in such a didn't owe him any money South College Ave. in the RADIO THAT COVERS AGRICULTURE rural area. and have proof of that." Caregiver Alice Lounge. Care group is AND YOUR HOME TOWN AS WELL AS "This contractor came It was at that point Support Group for anyone experiencing grief through loss. PROVIDING YOU WITH LOCAL AREA out and we talked to him, church members went to n Monett: Caregiver and he seemed like a Fields, and the caravan of Support Group meets at n Monett: The Grief Support AND BRANSON DISCOUNTS decent guy and we felt we volunteers were put into Oak Pointe of Monett from Group meets the first and could trust him," Pounds 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on third Tuesday of each month TUNE IN TO OUR STATIONS & motion. said. "He said he would "We figured we'd just the first Wednesday of each at Oak Pointe of Monett, CHECK US OUT ON OUR WEBSITE do the project in phases, get things done as we month at 1011 Old Airport 1011 Old Airport Road from 800-928-5253 235-6041 678-0416 but he just kept asking for could," Pounds said. "The Road in Monett. For more 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For more and more money." help has been amazing information, call Kathy 417- more information, call Kathy www.radiotalon.com Pounds said the big- 235-3500. at 417-235-3500. and a true blessing." n Shell Knob: The KRMO AM 990 · KKBL 95.9 FM · KSWM AM 940 · KQMO 97.7 FM gest red flag came when Pounds said anyone Alzheimer’s/Dementia the contractor asked the wishing to still help may Narcotics Anonymous Caregivers Support Group n Monett: Narcotics church to pay for the con- come to the church, locat- meets at the Central Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. crete ramp up front, claim- ed at 9276 W. Hwy. 86 in Crossing Senior Center, the first Tuesday of every ing it would be cheaper to Carr Lane. 20801 YY-15, the third month in the basement Thursday of every month at of St. Lawrence Catholic 2 p.m. Church, located at the corner IT PAYS TO ADVERTISE! of Seventh and Cale streets The Caring People in Monett, 417-442-3706. (Single Mothers) Call your account n Monett: Vision of Hope n Cassville: The Caring Narcotics Anonymous People, a Single Mom’s representative today. group meets at 8 p.m. Support Group, meets the every Sunday, Tuesday and 417-847-2610 second Monday of each Thursday in the upstairs of Cassville Democrat | Cassville-Democrat.com month from 5:30-7 p.m. at the Family Life Center Monett Community Church, in Cassville. This is jointly 2101 E. Cleveland. sponsored by The Caring n Washburn: Narcotics People organization and First Anonymous and Alcoholics Baptist Church, Cassville. A Anonymous group meets meal and children’s activities at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday “Where customers send their friends,” are provided. The meeting of every month at the First Hwys. 86 & J, Golden, Mo. is open to anyone. For more Baptist Church Activity 417-271-3299 information, call 417-847- Center, 618 Second Street 2965. in Washburn. 417-489-7662.

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It was attributed to the mayor that he was at one community event is all about enjoying outdoor time a pretty fair knuckleball pitcher. Meador was shown recreation and is part of on the new ball field mound with the starting pitcher, Jeff a new, collaborative proj- Hurlbutt watching the first throw. Observing from behind, ect between Bass Pro and from left, was the program president, Jerry Marple and Camp Barnabas. The event Bob Mizer, Cassville city councilman. will feature a variety of out- door exploration opportu- THROUGH THE YEARS nities and activities for all ages, abilities, and areas of interest to enjoy. 50 years ago Bass Pro Shops Outdoor May 29, 1968 Days is a celebration of Jack Tucker, a native of Cassville, and son of Mr. education through outdoor and Mrs. Oll Tucker, has received a fellowship from the adventures, the learning of University of Missouri to participate in an experienced outdoor skills, and the con- teacher fellowship program for teachers of rural and servation advocacy of nat- urban disadvantaged children. ural resources and wildlife. The Cassville High School Alumni Association elected The entire community is officers for next year’s annual Alumni Banquet event. invited to attend. For more They are: Hollis Cox, president; Leatrice Hutchens, vice information, call Krystal president; Betty Seely, treasurer; and Edna Merl Painter, Simon at 417-708-5297, or Barnabas Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Days will be held Saturday, May 19 in Springfield at secretary. email: krystal@campbarn- the Wonders of Wildlife to enjoy outdoor recreational events for all ages and areas of Mr. and Mrs. Gene Kidwell have opened an ice cream abas.org. interest. Contributed photo shop in the Edmondson building adjacent to their self-service laundry on Mill Street. Mr. and Mrs. Lavern Blythe have announced the closing of their Dry Cleaning Business on Main Street in Senior Life Solutions to host community event Cassville and will be converting the building into a cloth- Mercy Hospital in making individuals take on daily responsibili- ing store in the near future. Cassville Senior Life MIND-BODY EVENT healthy all around. ties. And stress can have a Solutions is collaborat- Who: Mercy Hospital A healthy lifestyle can huge impact on all aspects 40 years ago ing with the Clark Center Cassville Senior Life help to prevent the onset of health, so it’s important May 24, 1978 in hosting a Mind-Body Solutions, Clark Center, or worsening of men- to take time to focus on In ceremonies recently held at the Masonic Lodge, Ray area seniors Dingler and M.M. Hess, both of Cassville, were presented Connection event on May What: tal health conditions like stress-reducing activities 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Are hosting a Mind- depression and anxiety, like meditation or yoga. pins in recognition of their 50 years in the organization. Body Connection event Earl Patton announced his retirement from the Barry in Conference Room C, When: as well as heart disease, Senior Life Solutions May 22, 10 a.m. to County Soil and Water Conservation Board. Patton helped located inside the Mercy 2 p.m. diabetes, obesity and other is an intensive outpa- Hospital Cassville. Where: chronic health problems. tient group therapy pro- organize the district in 1962, and has served as president Conference Room for the past eight years. He was honored on Sunday at the Screenings being C, Mercy Hospital It can also play a big role gram designed to meet offered include: metabol- in helping people recov- the unique needs of older Rainbow Dinner House with a recognition dinner and was ic testing for the first 50 er from these conditions. adults over the age of 65 presented a plaque by Marvin Grandy. mental health, which can The First Assembly of God Church in Cassville will hold guests, blood pressure help achieve overall well- Taking good care of one's struggling with depression a dedication service on Sunday for its new 290-seat audi- checks, and emotional ness and set one a path to body is part of a before and anxiety often related torium, according to pastors, Rev. and Mrs. J.W. Whitlock. screenings; information as recovery. Stage Four approach to to aging. Family members, Norma Windes has been appointed the new postmaster well as a door prize draw- This May is Mental mental health. physicians, or other health at the Washburn Post Office. She has been with the Postal ing for a gift certificate Health Month, and Mercy Getting the appropri- professionals can refer Service for the past 15 years. for a free massage will be Hospital Cassville Senior ate amount of exercise individuals to the program. offered. Life Solutions program is can help control weight, The Clark Community Refreshments will be raising awareness about improve mental health, Mental Health Center is 30 years ago served. the connection between and help one live longer a Certified Community May 18, 1988 Martha DeGraffenreid, Cassville fourth-grade teacher Mental health is essen- physical health and mental and healthier. Recent Behavioral Health Center tial to everyone’s overall research is also connects serving residents of Barry, took her class on a field trip on Flat Creek to the prop- health through the theme erty of Mr. and Mrs. Jay Hull. The trip was supervised nutrition and gut health Lawrence and Dade coun- health and well-being, Fitness #4Mind4Body. by Conservation Agent, Bill Stimpson, John Starchman, and mental illnesses are The campaign is meant to with mental health. Sleep ties, with their newest John Hendricks, Jr., Greg Turner and Charlie Jackson. common and treatable. educate and inform indi- also plays a critical role in office located in Cassville. Twenty-two years ago, Cassville dedicated the first So much of what is done viduals about how eating all aspects of life and over- For more information, grass green golf course in this area. On June 11, Cassville physically impacts one healthy foods, gut health, all health. Getting a good please contact Mercy dedicate the first 18-hole grass green in the area with a mentally — so it’s import- managing stress, exercis- night's sleep is important Hospital Cassville’s Senior formal dedication service, according to Ken House, club ant to pay attention to ing, and getting enough to having enough physi- Life Solutions at 417-847- president. The new nine-hole addition is at the east edge both physical health and sleep can go a long way cal and mental energy to 6042. of the course on 60 acres purchased for $75,000 several years ago. Cassville’s FFA chapter is celebrating its 50th anni- versary. Pet of the Week The chapter charter was signed on January 25, 1938, Meet St. Michael, the Haven of the Ozarks Pet with 28 young men signing the charter. Two weeks after Cassville High School named its of the Week. Michael is a beautiful three-year senior class valedictorian, Robin Dyer, Principal Jerry old black Lab who came to the Haven with his Marple announced the class salutatorian was Marie brother after their dad’s landlord gave the choice Langdon. of eviction or getting rid of the dogs. The brother has since found a wonderful home. Michael is still waiting at the Haven due to his extreme shy- BIBLE VERSE ness. He’s wonderful and loving with people he knows (a 16 year-old boy who volunteers with us “For the word of God is living and is one of his favorites), but it does take time for active. Sharper than any double-edged Michael to learn to trust new people. He’s look- ing for an adopter willing to spend time at the sword, it penetrates even to dividing Haven getting to know him in familiar territory. Michael loves going for walks and loves treats soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it even more, so these will be the way to his heart. judges the thoughts and attitudes of the It would be wonderful if the relationship could be built over time before Michael leaves for his new heart. Nothing in all creation is hidden home. He’s great with other dogs, so a home from God’s sight. Everything is uncov- with a canine buddy would also help Michael feel more comfortable. This boy is definitely a proj- ered and laid bare before the eyes of ect, but we feel like there’s someone out there Him to whom we must give account.” with a big heart, patience, and some time they — HEBREWS 4: 2-13 would like to invest in a dog who really needs them. Could it be you? Please call 417-835- 3647 for more information, or visit St. Michael at RECIPE OF THE WEEK the Haven, open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day of the week. Contributed photo HALIBUT WITH RICE WINE Prep time: 20 Min. Cook time: 40 Min. Ready in: 1 Hr. Davis honored at capitol for volunteer service Servings: 6 INGREDIENTS: Cassville resident Mike Parson on Monday, 90 winners were cho- said Lieutenant Governor n 1 teaspoon vegetable oil Nadean Davis was one May 7 in Jefferson City, sen from 152 nominees, Parson. “This year, we n 1 shallots, finely chopped of 90 recipients chosen the state capitol, pro- representing 77 counties had a record number of n 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped for the 2018 Lieutenant motes and highlights pos- across Missouri. winners for this award. n 1 tablespoon black bean sauce Governor’s Senior Service itive accomplishments “I am pleased to see so These seniors make such n 1/2 cup mirin (Japanese sweet wine) Awards. The awards, Missouri’s senior citizens many seniors across our a positive impact on n 1 tablespoon soy sauce which were announced provide to their local state being recognized their communities and n 1 tablespoon rice vinegar by Lieutenant Governor communities. This year, for their volunteerism,” Missouri." n 6 (4 ounce) fillets halibut, skin removed n 1 teaspoon sesame oil n 1/4 teaspoon pepper Chamber to host 11th Annual Golf Tournament n 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro lunch catered by The Cassville Democrat, Barry DIRECTIONS: Golfers to vie GOLF TOURNAMENT Farmer's Daughter, An County Farm Bureau with 1. Heat oil in non-stick saucepan over medium heat. Cook for hole-in-one Who: Cassville Area Ozark Eatery; a 4-Man Chad Yarnall, Commerce shallots and garlic gently until fragrant, but not brown. Stir Chamber of Commerce Bank, Freedom Bank, in black bean sauce, rice wine, and soy sauce. Bring to boil What: Scramble; Longest Drive for BY JULIA KILMER Is hosting the 11th Men and Women; Closest goBEC, Hutchens and cook until reduced by half. Remove from heat, and stir in Annual Chamber Golf vinegar; set aside. [email protected] to the Pin; Mulligans; and Construction, Law Office Tournament 2. Pat fish dry. Rub with sesame oil and sprinkle with pep- The Cassville Area When: Friday, May 18; Cash prizes. of Blake Fields, Les Jacob The Chamber would Ford, Litho Printers, per. Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat, and lightly oil grate. Chamber of Commerce Lunch at 11:30 a.m.; 3. Grill fish for about 5 minutes per side, or just until like to thank the follow- Mari Corp, U.S., Mercy will host the 11th Annual Shotgun start at 1 p.m. cooked through. Sprinkle with cilantro. Serve with sauce Where: Golf Tournament on Cassville Golf Course ing sponsors for making Hospital, Regal Beloit, poured over top. Friday, May 18. the event possible: Arning Sater Pharmacy, Security Lunch will be held at start at 1 p.m. Companies, Inc., Barry Bank, The CPA Group and AllRecipes.com 11:30 a.m., with a Shotgun The event will include: County Abstract & Title; Willis Insurance. Cassville Democrat Wednesday, May 16, 2018 • Page 7 COMMUNITY Commerce Bank donates Barry County 4-H strong, growing $500 to Education Fund Local 4-H youth reaped ages 8-12 est to support our local the benefits of the com- BARRY COUNTY 4-H · June 17-21 for campers 4-H Clubs,” Bluel contin- munity’s generosity, as on Who: Barry County 4-H ages 13 and over ued, “while also planning April 14, Barry County 4-H What: Held its annual Camp is a great way to to grow all aspects of the Council held its Annual Scholarship Banquet and get involved in 4-H. For organization.” Scholarship Banquet and Auction, announces new more information, includ- Brittni Ritchie began her Auction. leadership ing camp times, costs and position of youth program Through the commu- When: April 14 registration information, associate on May 14 previ- nity's generosity and vol- Where: Cassville visit http://extension.mis- ously occupied by Marrissa unteers, the Council raised souri.edu/barry/4h.aspx. Tucker. She will work a total of $3,298.20 to can attend the upcoming The club is also under closely with Barry County enable local 4-H members 4-H camp at Camp Smokey new leadership. 4-H Clubs and their lead- to attend camp, regional, in Roaring River State “I would like to ers to ensure growth and state and national events. Park. The theme this year announce the addition of success of each club. Commerce Bank and Commerce Bancshares The Council expressed is The Future. Four camp Brittni Ritchie to our Barry For more information Foundation recently made a donation of $500 to gratitude for Barry dates available for 4-H’ers: County Extension team,” on 4-H and how to join support the Cassville Education Fund. Pictured in Countians. Their support · June 16-17 Clover Kid said Reagan Bluel, coun- a club, contact the Barry photo, from left, are: Skyler Bowman, Commerce of Barry County 4-H is Camp, ages 5-7 ty program director of MU County Extension Office at Bank; Dove Haney, Cassville YMCA; Mindi Artherton, unwavering. · June 10-13 for campers Extension of Barry County. 417-847-3161, or visit the Cassville school district; and Mary Cupps, Cassville One example of scholar- ages 8-12, “Brittni provides a office in the courthouse on Education Fund. Contributed photo ship benefit, 4-H members · June 13-16 for campers strong agriculture inter- the square. COUNTY CALENDAR Barry County Soroptimist Club awards scholarships Thursday, May 17 Library: The Cassville Market: The Old Branch Library will host Church Gallery Farmers’ “Exercise for the Mature Market will be open on Adult (55-plus),” at 9 a.m. Farm Road 1240 in Shell People may call 417-847- Knob from 8-11 a.m. The 2121 for more information. market offers fresh, local Library: The Cassville produce, eggs, baked Branch Library will show goods, local beef and pork, “Black Panther,” rated crafts and more. People PG-13, as the Monday may call 417-858-2510 for Movie Matinee at 1:30 p.m. more information. People may bring their own Meeting: The snacks. Pythagoras Masonic Lodge Center: The Central No. 383 will meet at 7 Crossing Senior Center will p.m. at 1704 Main St. in host notary services from Cassville. 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Meeting: The Ozark Country Quilters will meet Tuesday, May 22 at 9:30 a.m. for a work- Library: The Cassville shop at the Old Fields Branch Library will host an Photo Archive, Room 8, on Adult Crafternoon at 1 p.m. Highway 248. The project will be a fairy Center: The Central jar. Registration is required Crossing Senior Center will by calling 417-847-2121. On Thursday, May 10, the Barry County Soroptimist Club awarded two scholarships: Violet Richardson Award, host the Shell Knob Strings Meeting: The adult $300, was given to Hannah Kelley; and the Sandra Forrester Scholarship, $300, was given to Audrie Thorpe as lunch entertainment. coloring group, Color Me In photo photo, from left, are: Thorpe, Soroptimist member Jill LeCompte, and Kelley. Contributed photo Center: The Central Mellow, will meet at 5:30 Crossing Senior Center will p.m. at the Cassville Branch host an Alzheimer’s sup- Library. Supplies are pro- port group at 2 p.m. and vided. an Alzheimer’s communi- ty discussion form 6-7:30 Rare mite found in wheat fields p.m. Wednesday, May 23 SilverTeens: the Library: The Cassville Jill Scheidt, agronomy March to May. ly do not cause economi- SilverTeens Single Seniors Branch Library will host a specialist with University of RARE MITE Winter grain mites are cal damage. However, high Who: Southwest producers, group will meet at 6 p.m. sewing class at 1 p.m. each Missouri Extension, scout- most active on cloudy days infestations, coupled with ed wheat fields April 17 in MU Extension when temperatures range dry growing conditions or at the Olive Greill, located Wednesday. What: Library: The Cassville the southwest corner of the Extension profession- from 40 to 70 degrees nitrogen deficiency can at 15 E. Olive St. in Aurora. al finds uncommon mite in for more information, peo- Branch Library will host state and found an unusu- Fahrenheit. allow them to cause signif- al pest she determined was wheat fields They feed on plants by icant damage. Heavy rains ple may call BJ at 417-393- “Exercise for the Mature When: the winter grain mite. Late April piercing the leaf and stip- aid in the reduction of win- 9212. Adult (55-plus),” at 9 a.m. Where: Southwest Missouri People may call 417-847- "I was scouting wheat pling plant cells. Injury to ter grain mite populations. 2121 for more information. fields and saw a small black plants results in leaves tak- "There are no estab- Friday, May 18 insect with red legs and in the densities described ing on a gray to silver cast. lished threshold levels for Center: The Central by Scheidt. Class: The Cassville Crossing Senior Center will thought it was a nest of spi- Heavily damaged fields treatment, but consider an Branch Library will host a host Bridge classes each ders at first. Then I began Pesty Facts have brown leaf tips, which insecticide application if crochet class at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday from 9:30- to see them everywhere, by The winter grain mite is can progress to kill the large populations are pres- Center: The Central 11:30 a.m. There is a fee. the thousands, in the field a pest of small grains and entire plant. ent and visible symptoms Crossing Senior Center will For more information, peo- and knew it was something grasses. These mites are appear on leaves," said host a 30-minute balance else," said Scheidt. one millimeter in length Steps to Take Scheidt. ple may call Mary Frances "In reading other publi- and flexibility class each Murphy at 417-858-0692. Scheidt scouted several and have black colored Monitor winter grain Friday, starting at 9:30 a.m. fields in southwest Missouri bodies with distinct red- cations, I found that winter mites over the next few Market: The Eagle grain mites are more com- Library: The Cassville Rock Farmers’ Market will to determine if the pest was dish-orange legs. years. "They may not be a Branch Library will host occurring in more than just The telltale identifier of mon in continuously plant- problem now, but it could be held each Wednesday ed wheat fields with min- “Exercise for the Mature from 8-11 a.m. the one field. this mite is the presence of take a few years for them Adult (55-plus),” at 9 a.m. "I contacted the an anal pore on the upper imum tillage. This threw to establish and cause eco- Library: The Cassville me off a bit, as the scouted People may call 417-847- Branch Library will host University of Missouri surface of the abdomen nomic damage," said Rice. 2121 for more information. Extension field crop ento- viewed when using a hand fields are rotated and some "We aren't quite sure Family Game Night at 5:30 are even tilled. The dry, cool Center: The Central p.m. People should call 417- mologist, Kevin Rice, to see lens. The anal pore looks why they sporadically Crossing Senior Center if this pest was previously in similar to a water droplet weather may have attracted popped up, but monitor the 847-2121 to register, and them," said Scheidt. will host Cribbage games parents must play games Missouri," said Scheidt. on the mite's back. presence of the pest close- Crop rotation and min- from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each with their children. Games Rice could find no men- There are generally ly if you find high popula- imum tillage helps break Friday. Sharon Clute is the are furnished, or people tion of the winter grain two generations per year. tions, as damage can hap- the cycle if infestations are instructor. may bring their own. mite in previous publica- The first begins early fall pen rapidly'" said Scheidt. heavy. Club: The Ozark Herb Center: The Central tions. Later Scheidt spoke through December. The For more information, If growing conditions Club will meet at 1 p.m. Crossing Senior Center will to a local crop consultant second, and higher pop- contact the Barry County who said he had seen them favor wheat development, at the Cassville Branch host a senior health pre- ulated generation of win- Extension Office at 417- several years back, but not ter grain mite occurs from winter grain mites usual- 847-3161. Library. sentation by Susan Rausch from Oxford Health at Saturday, May 19 11:45 a.m. Market: The Cassville Center: The Central Extension shares tips to reduce tick bites Farmers’ Market will be Crossing Senior Center will open on the courthouse host a WIC representative. According to the to reduce their chance may even be protective break off the tick and allow square from 7-11 a.m., with People may call 417-847- Missouri Department of being bitten," said Dr. through several washings some of it to remain in the fresh produce; raw, local 2114 to make an appoint- of Health and Senior Pam Duitsman, nutri- if applied to fabric correct- skin," said Duitsman. honey; baked goods; farm- ment. Services (MDHSS), ticks tion and health specialist, ly. After removal of the fresh eggs; meats; fudge; are responsible for more University of Missouri Ticks can attach any- tick, disinfect the skin with jams and jellies; and crafts human disease than any Extension. where on the body but soap and water, then with Thursday, May 24 other insect. Duitsman suggests fol- are most frequently found rubbing alcohol, or an available. To become a ven- Market: The Old Ticks become infect- lowing some basic tips to around the head, neck, iodine scrub. Dispose of dor, people may call Albert Church Gallery Farmers’ Wolfe at 417-652-7308. ed with bacteria, viruses, reduce the chance of being ears, underarms, behind a live tick by submersing Market will be open on or parasites by feeding bitten. the knees, inside the belly it in alcohol, placing it in Dance: The Seligman Farm Road 1240 in Shell Chamber of Commerce on infected mammals or For example, when hik- button, around the waist, a sealed bag/container, or Knob from 8-11 a.m. The birds. For example, with ing, walk in the middle of and groin area. wrapping it tightly in tape. will host a dance at the market offers fresh, local Seligman Chamber Event Lyme disease, a tick might trails and avoid overhang- When back indoors, Never crush a tick with produce, eggs, baked bite an infected field ing brush and tall grass. inspect your skin and chil- your fingers. Center at 7 p.m. Admission goods, local beef and pork, is $5 each and attendees mouse, and later transmit In general, when outdoors, dren's skin carefully, as CDC suggests before crafts and more. People the bacteria to other ani- avoid wooded and brushy well as clothes, gear, and gardening or being out- are asked to bring a snack may call 417-858-2510 for to share. No alcohol or mals, like a dog or human. areas, tall grass, and leaf pets. Bathe or shower as side for work or play, to more information. MDHSS warns that litter. soon as possible (within take preventive measures smoking is allowed. For Library: A tech tutor more information, people several tick-borne diseas- Wear light-colored two hours) to wash off or year-round, but especially will be available at 10 may call 417-662-3612. es have been reported in clothing, so spotting ticks find ticks that may be on during the months April a.m. to help with laptops, Center: The Central Missouri: Rocky Mountain is easier. Tuck your pant you. If a tick has attached through September, when e-readers or smartphones. Crossing Senior Center will spotted fever, ehrlichiosis, legs into your socks so that to you, remove it imme- ticks are most active. Flea Market: host a pancake fundrais- tularemia, Q-fever, Lyme they cannot access your diately. The longer it stays "If you do not remem- Granny’s Hodgepodge ing breakfast from 7:30-10 or Lyme-like disease, and skin. attached, the greater risk ber seeing a tick on your Flea Market will hold its a.m. Pancakes, sausage, the southern tick-associat- Use insect repel- of infection. body, or being bitten, but debut Annual Swap Meet bacon, juice and coffee will ed rash illness. lent containing 20 per- The CDC says several experience an unexpected Thursday, Friday and be served. Lyme disease is the cent DEET, picaridin, tick removal devices are summer fever or odd rash, Saturday, May 24 through most commonly report- or IR3535 on your skin. available on the mar- or have symptoms related 26, in Cassville, at the ed tick-borne disease This will protect for sev- ket, but a plain set of to a tick bite, you may want Monday, May 21 American Legion Park, in the U.S. According to eral hours. Parents should fine-tipped tweezers will to see your healthcare pro- Center: The Central Highway 112. The swap the Centers for Disease apply repellents on their remove a tick effectively. vider," said Duitsman. Crossing Senior Center will meet will start at 7 a.m. Control and Prevention children, avoiding hands, "Position the tips of MDHSS has prepared host a healthy lifestyle sup- and stay open indefinite- (CDC), about 300,000 eyes, and mouth. tweezers around the area a fact sheet for each of the port group each Monday ly. Cost for vendors is $15 infections occur yearly. Another repellent called where the tick's mouth- most common tick-borne from 8:45-9:30 a.m. per-day to set up and sell "The good news is that permethrin can be used on parts enter the skin, then diseases in Missouri: Center: The Central items. For an application, not all ticks are infected. clothing, boots, socks and with a slow, steady motion http://health.mo.gov/liv- Crossing Senior Center email [email protected]. However, both the CDC even tents. Permethrin can pull the tick away from ing/healthcondiseases/ will host dominoes each For more information, call and MDHSS urge peo- kill ticks, as well as mos- the skin, without twisting communicable/tickscarry- Monday at 12:30 p.m. 417-846-0159. ple to take precautions quitoes and chiggers, and or jerking, since this can disease/index.php. Page 8 • Wednesday, May 16, 2018 Cassville Democrat XXXX AREA BUSINESSES SERVING YOU!

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FATAL WRECK When: 9:43 a.m. Friday Where: Highway 60, two miles west of Monett Who: Jimmie Davidson, 79, of Cassville Woman dies in Hwy. 60 wreck Chevrolet pickup, being Second person driven by Perry Cantrell, airlifted to 80, of Springfield. Davidson was pro- Springfield nounced dead by Lawrence County Coroner hospital Scott Lakin at 10 a.m. Her BY KYLE TROUTMAN body was transported to [email protected] Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville and Exeter volunteer firemen responded to a house fire at 94 Gravel Street late May 7 in Cassville, right A Cassville woman died Cassville. behind Mercy Cassville Hospital. The family does not know how the fire started, but had installed a window-unit air Friday in a wreck at 9:43 Cantrell suffered mod- conditioner the day before, which caught fire and burned the bedroom and attic, before falling out of this upstairs a.m. on Highway 60, two erate injuries and was window and falling on the family’s truck parked by the basement, then catching the basement on fire. Contributed photo miles west of Monett. airlifted to Cox South According to a Missouri Hospital in Springfield. State Highway Patrol Both were wearing safe- Fire: ty devices, and both vehi- Family met with building inspector Friday report, Jimmie "Patty" CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Davidson, 79, of Cassville, cles were totaled. was driving a 2006 This is the 35th fatal The house was paid off, there is definitely hope.” Chevrolet HHR south- wreck of the year for Troop but the family did not have The family is grateful bound when her vehicle D of the Patrol, which cov- insurance at the time. for everyone who respond- failed to stop at a stop ers 18 counties in south- They had packed up a ed after the fire with basic sign and was struck in the west Missouri, including lot of their belongings, but necessities. side by a westbound 1989 Lawrence and Barry. still had several items that “Numerous people were destroyed. reached out to get the baby “We had all our items what he needed,” Beck packed except for a couch said. “They have helped and other items,” said with diapers and wipes  AHERITAGEOF  Beck, who was moving and clothes. 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Habitat for Humanity, 5045E UTILITY TRACTOR M SERIES HAY BALER The Becks met with a which has low-cost materi- $17 9 0% building inspector Friday als for residents to rebuild per month1 for 36 and refurnish a home, 2 to assess the damage and months their options, who advised may be able to help with them that they could supplies, David Hermann, A house fire late on May 7 behind Mercy Cassville rebuild, but would need president of Habitat for Hospital left part of a Cassville family’s home in ruins. to first remove all of the Humanity of South Barry The family was in the process of moving, and was not contents and have water County, said. home when the fire started. Without insurance, they are and smoke damage con- Even in the midst of trying to assess the damage and find the resources to tractors treat the home. uncertainty and shock, rebuild. Contributed photo Visit one of our many locations today. Beck says she is grateful. 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He graduated from automobile accident. high school in Woodland She was born March 17, Park, Colo. During the 1939 in Newton County, Cassville intermediate Vietnam War, he joined the daughter of Jim and the U.S. Navy, serving Viola (Carterman) Linley. announces Character Kids from Nov. 1, 1970 to Jan. On January 5, 1957, in 20, 1975. For several Cassville, she was united years, he was employed in marriage to Vern Kelly at Walmart as a truck Davidson, who preceded driver. her in death on Oct. 16, Services with mili- 2016. Also preceding her tary honors will be held in death were her par- at 12 noon Friday, May ents; one son, Jimmy 18, at Missouri Veterans Davidson; one brother, RALPH E. CLIFFORD Cemetery in Springfield, Ray Eden and two sisters, XIA PAO MOUA Ralph E. Clifford, 67, under direction of Geraldine Houck and Xia Pao Moua, 71, of of Cassville, passed away Fohn Funeral Home in Margie Allcock. Monett, passed away Tuesday, May 8, 2018, at Cassville. Pastor Paul Survivors include: two Wednesday, May 2, 2018, his home. Wahlert will conduct the sons, Ricky Davidson in Monett. He was born Sept. 19, services. and his wife, Louwayne He was born June 6, Cassville intermediate announced its character 1950, in Liberal, Kan., the Visit www.fohnfu- of Hays, Kan., and Roger 1946, in Xieng Khouang, award winners for the month of April for students son of Ralph C. and Betty neralhome.com for Davidson and his wife Laos, the son of Lalue who showed the character trait of courage. In third (Shaffer) Clifford. On online obituaries, Marsha of Purdy; eight Moua and La Vang, who grade, the students were, front row, from left: Hallie July 11, 1986 he was unit- guestbook and private grandchildren; and five preceded him in death. Vickers, Rose Love, Jackelin Cervantes, Ashlin ed in marriage to Suzan Also preceding him in condolences great-grandchildren. Brown, Katie Tucker and Alycsen Reynolds. Back Turner, who survives. death was a daughter, FOHN FUNERAL She graduated from row: Benjamin Elliot, Brady Hedgcorth, Matthew Also surviving are his HOME high school with the Class Youa Moua. Burton, Jesse James, Keaton Fare and Zach Baum. parents, Ralph and Betty Cassville, Missouri of 1957 in Cassville. She Surviving are one son, Absent from photo were: Connor Shea and Jordan Clifford of Neosho; three 417-847-2141 spent most of her mar- Tony Moua and his wife So. Contributed photo sons, Ryan Witter of Salt ried life in Butterfield Box Moua of Monett, Lake City, Utah, Michael where she was current- Missouri and four grand- Walker of Cassville, and ly living. Over 20 years children. Matthew Walker of Salt she and Vern owned Xia Pao grew up in Lake City, Utah; one and operated Patricia’s Xieng Khouang, Laos. daughter, Sharlet Sage- Kennels. She was a mem- During the Vietnam War, Clifford of Colorado; ber of Butterfield Baptist he served in the special three brothers, Chuck Church. Guerrilla Unit from 1964 Clifford and his wife Lisa Graveside services until 1975. After the war, of Crawford, Colorado, will be held at 10 a.m. he moved to the United James Clifford and his Thursday, May 17 at States to make his home. wife Amber of Modoc, Oak Ridge Cemetery in Services will be held South Carolina and John Cassville under direction from 8 a.m. until 9 Clifford of Neosho, and of Fohn Funeral Home in p.m. Saturday, May 26, three sisters, Kathy Kirk Cassville. and from 8 a.m. until 1 of Colorado Springs, PATTY DAVIDSON The family will p.m. Sunday, May 27, at Colo., Pattie Bigham and Jimmie Patricia receive friends from McQueen Funeral Home Fourth-grade students recognized for best demon- her husband Chris of “Patty” Davidson, 79, of 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at in Wheaton. strating courage, the character word of the month, Joplin, and Chris Hoyal Butterfield, passed away Fohn Funeral Home in Burial with military were, front row, from left: Donielle Burns, Lilee Cape, and her husband Jeff of Friday, May 11, 2018, Cassville. honors will be at Lake Emma Collins, Logan Marple and Belle Washum. Colorado Springs, Colo. west of Monett in an Visit www.fohnfu- Park Memorial Gardens Back row: Noah Uriah, Jackson Pyle, Ethan neralhome.com for in Shell Knob. Sizemore, Trevor Brookes, Shawn Foster and Wyatt online obituaries, Visit www.fohnfu- Bohanan. Absent from the photo were: Timmy Kraft guestbook and private neralhome.com for and Ashton Campbell. Contributed photo condolences online obituaries, FOHN FUNERAL guestbook and private HOME condolences Cassville, Missouri McQUEEN FUNERAL 417-847-2141 HOME GET THE Wheaton, Missouri 417-652-7268 Cassville Democrat Call 847-2610 847.2610 to subscribe to the IKE PETTY cassville-democrat.com Cassville Democrat MEMORIAL SERVICE A memorial service for Isaac “Ike” Petty, Jr., a 1952 graduate of CHS, will be held on Saturday, Cassville intermediate fifth-graders recognized May 26 at 10:30 a.m. for showing courage during the month of April in the Mineral Springs were, in front row, from left: Devon Archuleta, church. Connor Annecharico, Hailey Gautney, Rylee Moore, Ella Pearman, Lydia Godsey, Anjolina Luper and Alexis Rayburn. Back row: Peyton Alsobrooks, Zane Larson, Jaziah Church, Traiton Burnette, Joey Crawford, Cheyenne Lingo, Laramee Reynolds, Ryan Norris and Ian Dover. Contributed photo Exeter announces Student of the Month

The Exeter school district announced its Student of the Month winner for April. In the photo, Taylor House, a representative of People’s Community Bank, presented the award to Exeter High School STAY CURRENT senior Caleb Tucker. The Seligman Branch of Call 847.2610 to People’s Community Bank presents a $50 scholar- subscribe to the ship in the form of a Graduate Certificate of Deposit. Nominees for this certificate promote good char- Cassville Democrat acter and citizenship at the school fhfgjhfgjhfghj. www.cassville-democrat.com Contributed photo

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FELONY ARREST Who: Thomas Foster, 71, of rural Aurora What: Is charged with unlawful use of a weapon, three counts Purdy seniors receive life of armed criminal action, first-degree assault and first-degree property damage advice at graduation Bond: Is set at $100,000, cash only The guest speaker was will always be home and Man charged after Graduates PURDY HIGH former elementary school it will always welcome you urged to cherish SCHOOL principal Jeff Swadley, back with open arms," whom Superintendent Swadley said. "If you are shooting at victim memories GRADUATION Steven Chancellor intro- feeling depressed, scared When: Sunday in high duced "at great risk," or nervous about the BY MURRAY BISHOFF school gym unsure of exactly the future, then come home. I Cassville Democrat Speakers: Top graduates, 10-year administrator guarantee that you will go in vehicle Purdy High School former elementary principal who left in 2014 would back to school feeling bet- Winchester at the victim, graduates received advice New: Latin class rankings, say. Swadley told students ter and ready to face the Rural Jenkins striking the victim and and encouragement confetti cannon speaking at a graduation challenges that lie ahead." resident facing 6 his vehicle. The victim during graduation cere- had long been a "bucket Swadley concluded by allegedly suffered a wound monies on Sunday in the ions of others run your life. list" goal for him, and he restating his conviction felonies to the stomach from one Purdy High School gym. Don't wait to take chances. appreciated the invitation. that the classmates were of the shotgun pellets, and The 45 members of the Life goes faster than you Thinking back to his destined for great things. BY KYLE TROUTMAN the shot caused damage to Class of 2018 for the first think. We're leaving here Purdy High School class in The Senior Choir sang [email protected] the exterior and interior of time received graduation with standards met, goals 1988, Swadley was pleased "Good Times," direct- A rural Jenkins man is the vehicle. designations using the accomplished and minds to report his class pro- ed by vocal music teach- facing six felony charges "Foster made a spon- Latin system. Ten were that are ready to take on duced two lawyers, a doc- er Lauren Lee. Principal after allegedly shooting at taneous utterance admit- designated as cum laude, the world." tor, several educators and Derek Banwart asked another man in his vehicle. ting to shooting [the vic- with grade point averages Salutatorian Emily many business successes. graduates to come for- Thomas Foster, 71, of tim] because he was on of 3.5 to 3.74 on a 4.0 Webb talked about differ- He assured the graduates ward to receive diplomas, rural Jenkins, is charged 'his property,'" Lowe said scale, earning the recip- ent measurements life has few would have seen him most presented by Todd with unlawful use of a in the statement. ients a silver stole with taken. As a preschooler, going on to college, and Schallert, board presi- weapon, three counts of Lowe said Foster also black markings. Three she measured how many none would have envi- dent. Board member Ed armed criminal action, appeared to be intoxicat- were named magna cum Dora the Explorer pictures sioned him coming back Mareth was able to present first-degree assault and ed, and the smell of alco- laude, with a GPA of 3.75 it took to reach a destina- to Purdy to speak. his daughter, Emma, with first-degree property hol was coming from his to 3.99, earning a silver tion, or the minutes left Looking to the guides hers. damage. person. stole with gold markings. in a nap before students that led his adult life, Following the turning According to a proba- Foster is being held Seven were summa cum could get up again, a rou- Swadley offered 10 points of tassels while facing the ble cause statement filed in the Barry County jail laude, with a GPA of 4.0 tine she now wishes could for direction: Be slow to audience, the graduates by Mackenzie Lowe, dep- on a cash-only bond of or higher, earning a gold be reinstituted. She sug- anger; kill them with kind- returned wearing sun- uty with the Barry County $100,000. He has been stole with black mark- gested not measuring the ness; treat others how you glasses that mostly blocked Sheriff's Office, the inci- arraigned, and a dispo- ings. Purdy school experience want to be treated; show their vision to throw their dent took place on Farm sition hearing is set for Thursday at 8:30 a.m. in Speakers offered insight by the time spent between empathy to others; if you mortar board hats into Road 1157 in rural Jenkins on May 8. Foster alleged- the courtroom of Judge from their experience. the walls but by the mem- enjoy your job, it will never the air. Continuing tradi- ly discharged a 20-gauge Robert Foulke. Valedictorian Layne ories gathered that will be seem like work; try your tion, the graduates also Skiles talked about the cherished in the future. best to find the positive showered each other in sudden lapse of time, from Lessons, Webb said, in every situation; follow Silly String and this year INJURY WRECK the point where parents have including always your dreams; be quick to doused each other with When: 8:35 a.m. Thursday may have worried if their walking on the right say you're sorry and be confetti from a confetti Where: Route F in Roaring River State Park child belonged on the kin- side of the hall, using a willing to make changes cannon. Who: Jesse Holder, 62, of Seligman dergarten trip to the zoo to "zero level" voice and to improve your situation; This was the first time students worrying if they that "Eagles must always think outside the box; and Purdy graduation had would see "the light at the soar." She noted teachers persevere. been held on Mother's end of the tunnel" in one taught students to believe Swadley talked about Day, a change due to Motocycle wreck of Lisa Reid's high school in themselves and fami- special qualities of the scheduling conflicts with science tests. lies have demonstrated Purdy community, "where state athletic events. Many "It's not enough to sim- how to show support. She it is OK to publicly pray of the speakers gave spe- injures Seligman man ply just try to get by in life," expressed thanks for those before a ball game, it's cial accolades to mothers. Skiles said. "Be determined who helped, and to her OK and expected to say The mid-afternoon cere- Bike goes off State Highway Patrol to be more that what peo- peers, "the only ones who 'please,''thank you' 'yes sir' mony took less than an report, Jesse Holder, 62, ple believe you are capable truly know what these last and 'no sir.' hour and had many moth- roadway in of Seligman, was driving of. But don't let the opin- four years consisted of." "Purdy is a place that ers in attendance. a 2013 Honda motorcycle Roaring River westbound when his vehi- cle skidded across the cen- State Park ter of the roadway, over- Roark Family Health presents new scholarship turned and skidded off the BY KYLE TROUTMAN left side of the roadway. Doctor hopes MEDICAL [email protected] Holder suffered serious A Seligman man was injuries and was airlift- funds will help SCHOLARSHIP injured on Thursday in ed to Mercy Hospital in Who: Roark Family Health a wreck at 8:35 a.m. on Springfield. students follow and Medical Spa, Dr. Lisa Route F in Roaring River He was wearing a safety dreams Roark, M.D. State Park. device, and the vehicle sus- What: Dr. Roark presented According to a Missouri tained moderate damage. BY JULIA KILMER a new medical scholarship to Exeter student [email protected] RANCH RODEO A new medical schol- Who: Reanna L. Berry When: Thursday, May 10 Who: Cassville FFA Booster Club arship from a local doctor What: Hosting a Ranch Rodeo is evidence that residents am proud to have graduat- When: Saturday 7 p.m. of small towns really do Where: Bill Haley Arena in Cassville return to their roots and ed from a small school and give back to their commu- hope to encourage other nities. students from Exeter to Dr. Lisa Roark, M.D., of Roark Family Health, presents Dr. Lisa Roark, M.D., follow their dreams in the a new, $1,000 medical scholarship to Exeter student Cassville FFA Booster of Roark Family Health, medical field and, hopeful- Reanna L. Berry, to pursue her dreams of becoming a Cassville, an Exeter High ly, return to Barry County doctor of osteopathic medicine. She plans to major in School graduate, is doing to help make our commu- pre-med at Missouri Southern State University before just that. nity a better place." attending the Kansas City University of Medicine and Club to host First Not only does she own The $1,000 scholarship Biosciences to earn her medical doctorate. Berry is the and operate a medical recipient was Exeter stu- daughter of Johnny Berry. Roark is a graduate of Exeter dent Reanna Berry, who Ranch Rodeo clinic in the same county High School. Contributed photo where she attended school, plans to major in pre- he hopes the event, which and provides accessible med at Missouri Southern being a graduating Exeter can be reached by calling Rodeo to rope is the first of several that and affordable medical State University before senior going into the med- 417-847-1111. in fun series will take place over the care to hundreds of res- attending the Kansas City ical field, which she says Roark offers a unique summer, will be a success. idents — but she is now University of Medicine can be any area related to and emerging patient-di- of summer "This is the first Ranch starting a new scholarship and Biosciences to earn that field including medical rect style of medical care, Rodeo," he said. "This to give back to students in her medical doctorate. Her assistant, nursing, radiolo- which provides more entertainment event is part of a series this the same community and goal is to become a doctor gy, or a physician; finan- access to a primary care summer, with one event BY JULIA KILMER county. of osteopathic medicine, cial need, and dedication physician, in exchange for per month. [Saturday] is "This is the first annu- specializing in emergency demonstrated at school and a monthly membership [email protected] the inaugural event, so we al Roark Family Health medicine, and her long- extracurricular activities. fee, and labs and prescrip- The Cassville FFA hope it generates a sub- Scholarship awarded in term goal is to return to For more information tions at a greatly reduced Booster Club will host the stantial amount." the amount of $1,000," southwest Missouri to about the scholarship or cost. Her clinic, which also first-ever Buckle Series The Booster Club gen- Roark said. "Our clin- practice medicine. Roark Family Health, the includes a spa, also now Ranch Rodeo, beginning erates funds to help sup- Saturday, at the Bill Haley ic plans to continue this According to Roark, clinic, which is located at offers urgent care during port local FFA members, Arena in Cassville, which Hinson said. scholarship each year. I selection criteria included 1101 N. Main, Cassville, specific hours. promises to provide plenty "They raise money that of entertainment over the is utilized for student sup- summer months for fam- port by aiding in the cost of Kids Fishing Day to delight young anglers ilies and the community, student activities, student while also helping to sup- scholarships and subsidiz- equipment. Parents are show how trout are raised. port local FFA students. ing general FFA operating Semiannual KIDS FISHING DAY welcome to assist children, A program on Missouri Events will include pas- costs," he said. event has first Who: Young anglers, Roaring too, but only one pole may snakes will be given using ture team roping, sorting Cassville FFA members River State Park, DOC be used between the help- live specimens. If a child and doctoring, trailer load- will contribute by operat- of year on What: Presents Kids Fishing er and the child. Adults attends three classes, ing, branding and a mys- ing the concession stand, Day and Nature Festival are not allowed to fish by he or she will be entered tery event. A 20-team limit organizing parking, assist- Saturday When: Saturday themselves. into a drawing for prizes. is imposed for the events. ing with admission and Where: Roaring River State The drawing will be held Entry Fees are $60 per other activities. Park Free hotdogs, chips The Missouri and soda will be available at 5 p.m. Children must person or $240 a team. Hinson said that entries Department of between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. be present to win. Classes The event will also include are open to anyone inter- be held with many prizes Conservation and The Live bluegrass music will are also open to the whole the ever-popular mut- ested, not just FFA mem- Department of Natural given away. be on the stage most of family, but only children ton-busting for riders ages bers. Resources are holding the During the day, an area the day. may enter the drawings. 8 and younger. There is a "It is not limited to FFA 20 rider limit and a $25 membership," Hinson first Kids Fishing Day of of the park will be desig- Education is also part Volunteers are need- entry fee, which must be said. "Generally, the par- the years and a Nature nated as a fishing area for of the day, with seminars ed to help with this event. Festival on Saturday from youth ages 15 and under. called in. Buckles will be ticipants are legal-age held on fish cleaning, fish Individuals wishing to vol- given out to series winners. adults or youth with the 6:30 a.m. to 8:15 p.m., at Children in that age range cooking, Dutch oven cook- unteer do not need to be can pick up free trout tags General admission for consent of a legal guard- Roaring River State Park. ing, Mexican cuisine, out- experienced anglers. Those the event, which begins at ian." Young anglers will have at the hatchery office any door survival, target shoot- who would like to help, or 7 p.m., is $5 for adults, For more information opportunities to catch fish, time on Friday, or the day ing, taxidermy, water- want to get more infor- and ages 6 and under are or to register for an event, connect with nature and of the event. Volunteers sheds, knot tying, fly tying mation, may call MDC’s free. Concessions will be people may call 417-342- have fun participating in will be available to and fly casting, how to fish Roaring River Hatchery at available, and music will 6965 or 342-0406. the many activities offered assist the young anglers. Roaring River, stream biol- 417-847-2430 or e-mail: follow event. Future dates will take to parents and children. At Children are encouraged ogy and other subjects. paul.spurgeon@mdc. Jimmy Hinson, place on June 30, July 28, 5 p.m., a large drawing will to bring their own fishing A hatchery tour will mo.gov. Cassville FFA advisor, said Aug. 25 and Sept. 9. Cassville Democrat Wednesday, May 16, 2018 • Page 13 EDUCATION

FEMA shelter open Exeter National Honor Society inducts 12 new members at Cassville schools BY DUSTY REID the half-mile protection Special to the Democrat zone and plan to utilize It is that time of year the building, here are a few again, when the skies tips to remember: turn dark and storms roll • Companion animals through the area on a reg- and other household pets ular basis. are not allowed in the When severe weather building. Only service ani- threatens, Cassville schools mals will be accepted. are fortunate to have two • The weather will be FEMA storm shelters avail- monitored and the shel- able to the staff and stu- ters will close to the pub- dents of the district. lic when the severe threat The shelters are also passes. designed to provide shel- • Those seeking shelter ter for community mem- should enter the building On April 17, The Susan Doty Chapter of National Honor Society at Exeter inducted 12 new members. Seniors bers that live within a half and take a seat. If you were presented with their honor chords, and four new members were honored as displaying the following traits mile of the school, during have children with you, important to the organization: Character was awarded to Lindsey Nelson; Service was awarded to Michael non-school hours. they should be seated and During a tornado warn- with you at all times. Ortiz; Leadership was awarded to Haylee Hobbs; and Scholarship was awarded to Cameron Weston. The eve- ing, the doors will auto- For questions about the ning concluded with remarks by High School Principal Robert Taylor, and cake and punch served by the junior matically open and allow facility, call the district at class parents. Pictured in photo are Exeter NHS members. In front row, from left, are: new inductees, Camille for entry. If you live within 847-2221. Kho, Vanessa Ward, Julia Grant, Reanna Berry, Lindsey Nelson, Haylee Hobbs, Michael Ortiz, Caeton Valenzuela, Mackenzie Fuller, Phoebey Luu, Audrey Tripp and Cameron Weston. Back row: Lucretia Brattin-Chapter, advi- sor; Trevor Nelson, president; Ethan Caddell, reporter; Maycee Blake, treasurer; Chloe Carpenter, vice-president; Madelyn Cole, secretary; Rebecca Barton, Kelsey Vasey, Quartny Allen, Jarrett Brattin, Andrew Blake, Jared Moore places fourth Alverson and Emalee Davis. Contributed photo in Missouri FFA Creed speaking competition Cassville FFA Chapter takes big wins at State Convention The 2018 and 90th place Individual and Oil Crop Production State FFA Convention FFA WINNERS Cole Jackson,12th place was a huge success for Who: Cassville High School Individual Five State FFA Degree members of the Cassville FFA Chapter Camron Sloan, 15th recipients High School FFA What: Took several wins at place Individual Austin McClintock, Chapter. Sponsored by the 2018 FFA Convention, Maddie Stephenson, include State Runners Up Food Science Team, University of Missouri When: Hunter Harris, Cole College of Agriculture, April Fifth Overall Jackson and Andrew Food and Natural Alexis Coursey, eighth Littlefield Resources, this CDE and 176 participants. In place individual (Career Development the competition, poultry Josie Lone, 10th place Other Individual Events) event is one way teams evaluate, identify individual Honors the FFA prepares student and present their findings Lindee Mitchell, 11th Andrew Littlefield Student Laney Moore of the Southwest FFA Chapter members for career suc- on live production hens, place individual was the Area 11 Star in placed fourth in the FFA Creed speaking leader- cess. The events engage ready-to-cook turkeys, Angelina Liggett, 16th AgriScience ship development event at the 90th Missouri FFA student learning and processed poultry prod- place individual Catie Edmonson sang Convention. Sixteen individuals from six districts were make a connection to life- ucts, cartons of eggs, and in the State FFA Chorus selected to compete at the state level. Moore’s advi- time goals. Highlights of broiler parts. In addition, Four Area Proficiency Lindee Mitchell and sors are Rachael Brown and Bill Caldwell. The com- the convention include a multiple-choice test, a Winners Cole Jackson were chosen petition requires contestants to recite the FFA Creed. the following awards and problem-solving section Cole Jackson, Ag to work in the Convention Speakers then answer a series of questions based achievements: on poultry management Communication Media Room on their interpretation of the creed. A panel of judges Poultry team, State and production are includ- Andrew Littlefield, Cassville FFA Advisors determines each participant’s score. Participating ed in the scoring. Students AgriScience Integrated ask parents and the com- FFA members gain self-confidence, sharpen their Runners-Up placed as follows: systems munity to congratulate ability to think quickly and hone presentation skills. In the poultry com- Andrew Littlefield, first Jace Mace, Diversified these students for their place Individual MFA Inc. sponsors the event. Contributed photo petition, there were 48 Livestock hard work and accom- teams in the competition Megan Sloan, eighth Hunter Harris, Fiber plishments. Exeter Valedictorian, Southwest FFA team takes third Salutatorian recognized in state competition

Exeter’s Top Five students for graduating Class of 2018 were recently recognized. Pictured in photo, from left, are: Madison Davis, Caeton Valenzuela, Madelyn Cole, Chloe Carpenter and Maycee Blake. Contributed photo Exeter valedic- torian and salu- tatorian for the The Southwest FFA Chapter placed third in the dairy cattle evaluation career devel- graduating Class opment event at the 90th Missouri FFA Convention. Over 60 teams were in the of 2018 were competition. Team members are Caitlin Blevins, Heather Windes and Leland Colf. recently recog- Individually, Blevins placed ninth; Windes placed 11th; and Colf placed 36th out nized. Pictured of 224 participants. Southwest FFA advisors are Rachael Brown and Bill Caldwell. in photo, from Individuals in the event are scored based on how well they apply dairy cattle evalu- left, are: Madelyn ation skills learned in the classroom. Each team evaluates five classes of four dairy Cole, salutatori- cattle and presents oral reasons for their evaluations. Sponsored by University of an and Maycee Missouri College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, the event is one way Blake, valedictori- the FFA prepares student members for career success. Contributed photo an. Contributed photo Exeter students show Exeter FFA Holds Chapter Banquet strengths at Scholar Bowl On the weekend of of individual competi- by Jordan Eagan, Aubrie April 28, the Exeter school tion and team collabora- Graham, Camille Kho, An district joined 158 of the tion, since no individual Tran and Lane Willis. The top quiz bowl teams from player is likely to be an teams were coached by small public high schools at expert in all subject areas. Michael Pisanti and Mary the Hyatt Regency O'Hare Participation in quiz bowl Walker, who was assisted for the 2018 Small School both reinforces lessons by Megan Gonzalez. National Championship from the classroom and Exeter entered two of On Thursday, May 3, the Exeter FFA Chapter held its 28th annual Chapter Tournament to determine encourages players to the 19 Missouri teams Banquet. A total of 28 members and approximately 120 guests attended. Many who was the best. develop new intellectual competing at the national awards and degrees were received including nine Greenhand degrees, seven Quiz bowl is a compet- interests. championship, with a total Chapter degrees, the Dekalb Agricultural Achievement Award, Chapter Leadership itive, academic, interscho- Exeter sent two teams of 96 teams featured. Awards and Chapter Scholarship Awards. The Exeter FFA Chapter also present- lastic activity for teams to the competition: The A Results were as follows: ed the Honorary Chapter Degree Award to retiring high school principal Robert of four students. It is the Team, in the Traditional Exeter A's finished the pre- Taylor. State FFA Honors went to retiring reporter, Madelyn Cole, whose Chapter national version of the Public Division, was cap- liminary rounds with a 4-6 Scrapbook was presented at the Missouri FFA Convention held in Columbia. Guest game that is often locally tained by Jarrett Brattin, record; Exeter B finished speaker was Chad Yarnall from Barry County Farm Bureau. Six new officers were called Scholar Bowl. Quiz who was joined by Quartny the preliminary rounds also installed for the 2018-2019 Exeter FFA Executive Committee: Mykah Estes, bowl teams use buzzers to Allen, Rebecca Barton, with a 2-8 record. Exeter answer questions about Andrew Blake, Madelyn A's shot at the playoffs end- president; Wyatt Hoppes, vice president; Lane Willis, secretary; Vanessa Ward, science, math, history, Cole, Emalee Davis, Khoa ed when they lost to White treasurer; S. Riley Still, reporter; and Mackenzie Fuller, sentinel. Also joining the literature, mythology, Tran and Caleb Tucker; Cloud from Michigan in executive committee was Savannah Jones as Growing Leaders Committee Chair. geography, social science, and The B Team, in the round 12; Exeter B's shot Senior members acknowledged were Cole, retiring reporter; and Reanna Berry, current events, sports, Traditional Public Division, at the playoffs ended when retiring vice president. Pictured in photo is Taylor receiving Honorary Chapter and popular culture. The was captained by Cameron they lost to Monterey from Degree from newly inducted chapter president Mykah Estes. Contributed photo matches feature a blend Weston, who was joined Louisiana in round 8. Page 14 • Wednesday, May 16, 2018 Cassville Democrat

PUBLIC NOTICES by their deed of trust dated DEGREES 15 MINUTES NORTHWEST QUARTER the highest bidder for cash upon, such creditor by the the 20th day of November, EAST 30 FEET; THENCE (NW l/4), SECTION 2, to satisfy said debt and the personal representative, PUBLIC NOTICES PRINTED IN 2002, and recorded in cost of executing this trust. then within two months from NEWSPAPERS HELP FULFILL THE SOUTHEASTERLY AND TOWNSHIP 25, RANGE the office of RecorderPARALLEL of TO THE 28, THE SAME BEING /s/THE Matthew F. Trokey the date it was mailed or CITIZEN’S CONSTITUTIONAL served, whichever is later, RIGHT OF DUE PROCESS OF LAW Deeds for Barry County, NORTHEASTERLY LINE OF SOUTH RIGHT OF WAYMATTHEW F. TROKEY - BY PUTTING HIM ON NOTICE OF Missouri, on November 22, THE ABOVE DESCRIBED LINE OF HIGHWAY SUCCESSOR 60 TRUSTEE or be forever barred to the MATTERS WHICH AFFECT HIM 2002, in Book 02, Page TRACT 300 FEET; THENCE NOW LOCATED, RUNNINGCANTWELL, SMITH & fullest extent permissible by OR HIS PROPERTY. 8446, conveyed to Karl W. SOUTHWESTERLY 30 THENCE SOUTH 496TROKEY, LLP law. Such six-month period Blanchard, Trustee, the FEET TO THE POINT OF FEET, THENCE WEST 142115 WEST ATLANTIC and such two-month period following described property BEGINNING. FEET, THENCE NORTHSTREET do not extend the limitation TRUSTEE SALES situate in the County of 496 FEET,THENCE EASTBRANSON, MO 65616 period that would bar claims Barry, State of Missouri, to TRACT II: ALL THAT PART 142 FEET TO THE PLACEPHONE one year after417-334-2222 the decedent’s wit: OF THE NORTHWEST OF BEGINNING FACSIMILE 417-334-2777 death, as provided in section NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S ¼ OF THE SOUTHEAST EMAIL: [email protected], RSMo, or any SALE All of Lot Three (3), Block ¼ OF SECTION 10, at the request of the legal law.com other applicable limitation For default in the Three (3), Shrum’s Rock TOWNSHIP 22 NORTH, holder of the note who has periods. Nothing in section payment of debt secured by Creek Sunset Village No. 2, RANGE 25 WEST, BARRY elected to declare the entire Pursuant to the Fair 473.033, RSMo, shall be a deed of trust executed by Barry County, Missouri, COUNTY, MSSOURI AND indebtedness due and Debt Collection Practices construed to bar any action Kyler L Duncan and Kayla the same being a part of BEING PART OF A TRACT payable, and in accordance Act, 15 U.S.C. § 1692c(b), against a decedent’s liability D Duncan, dated August the Northwest Quarter of OF LAND RECORDED with the provisions of no information concerning insurance carrier through a 18, 2017, and recorded on the Southwest Quarter IN TRUSTEES DEED the Deed of Trust, the the collection of this debt defendant ad litem pursuant August 18, 2017, in Book of Section 1, Township UNDER SALE RECORDED undersigned trustee will on may be given without prior to section 537.021, RSMo. No. 17, at Page 4624 in 21, Range 26 and partIN BOOK of 10 AT PAGE Monday, the 11th day of consent of the consumer Date of the decedent’s the Office of the Recorderthe Northwest Quarter of 2228 BEING FURTHER June, 2018, between thegiven directly to the debt death was JULY 13, 2017. of Deeds, Barry County, the Southeast Quarter of DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 collector or the express Date of first publication Missouri, the undersigned Section 1, Township 21, COMMENCING AT A p.m. [foreclosure sales are permission of a court of is APRIL 25, 2018. Successor Trustee will on Range 26, Barry County,FOUND IRON PIN ATcustomarily THE held at 1:00 p.m.] competent jurisdiction. The Craig Williams (SEAL) May 17, 2018, at 11:30 AM, Missouri. Subject to any NORTHWEST CORNERsell the property at public debt collector is attempting Circuit Clerk at the East Front Door of the easements, rights of way or OF THE SOUTHEASTvenue ¼ to the highest bidder to collect a debt and any /s/ Sherry L. Allee, Barry County Courthouse, restrictions of record or fact. OF SECTION 10, THENCEfor cash at the East door of information obtained will be Probate Clerk Cassville, Missouri, sell at SOUTH 00 DEGREESthe County 35 Courthouse in used for that purpose. 1st Ins. 4-25-18 14-17 public vendue to the highest which conveyance was MINUTES 56 SECONDS the City of Cassville, Barry To be published in the ______bidder for cash: made to the said Karl W. WEST ALONG THE WESTCounty, Missouri, to satisfy Cassville Democrat May 16, Blanchard, Trustee. LINE OF THE NORTHWESTthe Note and costs. 23, 30 and June 6, 2018. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT LOT 11 IN ELLISON’S WHEREAS, pursuant ¼ OF THE SOUTHEAST/s/ Kimberly S. Morr 1st Ins. 5-16-18 17-20 OF SUBDIVISION NO. 1 AS to the terms of the Deed of ¼ OF SAID SECTION Potestivo 10, & Associates, P.C. BARRY COUNTY Trust, Karl W. Blanchard, 448.15 FEET TO A FOUND Successor Trustee MISSOURI PER THE RECORDED PLAT Kimberly S. Morr PROBATE THEREOF, SITUATED IN Jr. has been named asIRON PIN ON THE NORTH PROBATE DIVISION Successor Trustee, in trust RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF (314) 334-8474 AT CASSVILLE PURDY, BARRY COUNTY, [email protected] MISSOURI., commonly to secure the payment of MISSOURI HIGHWAY IN THE 39TH JUDICIAL In the Estate of ) one promissory note in said ROUTE 39; THENCE www.PotestivoLaw.com known as 719 Howell Dr, POTESTIVO & CIRCUIT COURT OF DAVID JOSEPH ) Purdy, MO, 65734 deed of trust described; and ALONG A NON-TANGENT BARRY COUNTY STANLEY ) WHEREAS default was CURVE TO THE RIGHT ASSOCIATES, P.C., AS Deceased ) made and still continues in MISSOURI subject to all prior HAVING A MEASURED SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE, PROBATE DIVISION Estate No. easements, restrictions, the payment of said note; RADIUS OF 11537.31 FEET IS ATTEMPTING TO In the Estate of: 17BR-PR000133 reservations, covenants NOW THEREFORE, AND A CHORD BEARING COLLECT A DEBT AND NOTICE OF FILING OF and encumbrances now of at the request of the legal OF SOUTH 48 DEGREES ANY INFORMATION MONROE RITCHIE JR., Deceased. FINAL SETTLEMENT AND record, if any, to satisfy the holder of said note and 13 MINUTES 46 SECONDS OBTAINED WILL BE USED PETITION in accordance with the Case No. 18BR-PR00077 debt and costs. EAST AND A CHORD FOR THAT PURPOSE. FOR DISTRIBUTION provisions of said deed of LENGTH OF 523.55 (File No.: 109996; Publication NOTICE OF LETTERS To all persons County Criers, LLC, trust, I, Karl W. Blanchard, FEET TO A SET IRON Start: 05/16/2018) OF ADMINISTRATION interested in the estate of Successor Trustee Jr., Successor Trustee, PIN; THENCE NORTH 38 1s Ins. 5-16-18 17-20 GRANTED (Supervised Administration) DAVID JOSEPH STANLEY, will sell the property above DEGREES 23 MINUTES 57 ______deceased: First Publication: April 25, described at public vendue, SECONDS EAST ALONG To all persons interested NOTICE OF SUCCESSOR You are hereby notified 2018. For more information, to the highest bidder for cash, THE NORTHWESTERLY in the Estate of MONROE that the undersigned at the east front door of the LINE OF A TRACT OF RITCHIE, JR., Decedent: visit www.southlaw.com TRUSTEE’S SALE Personal Representative will Barry County Courthouse, LAND RECORDED IN WHEREAS, for default On APRIL 18, 2018, BOOK 10 AT PAGE 2214, the following individual was file a Final Settlement and NOTICE in the city of Cassville, in the payment of principal Petition for determination Pursuant to the Fair Debt Barry County, Missouri, on 164.06 FEET (MEAS.) and interest installments appointed the personal 164.51 FEET (DEED) TO A representative of the estate of the persons who are the Collection Practices Act, May 24, 2018, between the now due as provided by successors in interest to the 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no hours of 9 o’clock a.m. and FOUND IRON PIN AND THE a Note and secured by a of MONROE RITCHIE JR., personal/real estate of the information concerning the 5 o’clock p.m., and more POINT OF BEGINNING; Deed of Trust executed decedent, by the Probate Division of the Circuit Court decedent and of the extent collection of this debt may particularly at 1:00 p.m., for THENCE CONTINUING by MATTHEW STUBBLE- and character of their interest be given without the prior the purpose of satisfying NORTH 38 DEGREES 23 FIELD and AMANDA of Barry County, Cassville, MINUTES 57 SECONDS Missouri. The personal therein and for distribution of consent of the consumer said indebtedness and the STUBBLEFIELD, husband such property, in the Probate given directly to the debt costs of executing this trust. EAST192.89 FEET TO A and wife, dated February representative’s business address is: Division of the Circuit Court collector or the express Karl W. Blanchard, Jr., SET IRON PIN; THENCE13, 2009, and recorded on of Barry County, Missouri, permission of a court of Successor Trustee SOUTH 46 DEGREES 26February 23, 2009, in Book KATHERINE M. RITCHIE, on May 24, 2018, or as may competent jurisdiction. The 320 West 4th Street, MINUTES 17 SECONDS 09 at Page 844, in the office 26906 FARM ROAD 2125, EAST 418.14 FEET TO A be continued by the Court, debt collector is attempting P.O. Box 1626 of the Recorder of Deeds CAPE FAIR, MO 65624. and that any objections or to collect a debt and any Joplin, MO 64802 FOUND IRON PIN AT THEin Barry County, Missouri, The personal exceptions to such Final information obtained will CORNER OF A TRACT at Cassville, Missouri, representative’s attorney’sSettlement or Petition or be used for that purpose Karl W. Blanchard, Jr., OF LAND RECORDED conveying to MARTIN name, J. business address any item thereof must be Attorney IN BOOK 06 AT PAGE and phone number is: Casefile No. 209844- STUDER, Trustee, the in writing and filed within 863309. 320 W. 4th Street, 7507; THENCE SOUTH 43following described real MOLLY MCNARY P.O. Box 1626 estate situated in Barry BLACKWELL, twenty days after the filing of 1st Ins. 4-25-18 14-17 DEGREES 31 MINUTES 33 such Final Settlement. ______Joplin, MO 64802 SECONDS WEST 189.74 County, Missouri, to-wit: 800 NE FEET (MEAS.) 190.00 VANDERBILT LANE, Amber Niccole Ganoung To be published: FEET (DEED) TO A FOUND Commencing at the LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64064; NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S May 2, 2018 IRON PIN CAPPED L.S. Southeast corner of the S½ Personal Representative SALE 816-525-2050. 21288 State Hwy. E May 9, 2018 2153 AT THE CORNER of the SE¼, thence West All creditors of the Default having been May 16, 2018 Eagle Rock, MO 65641 made in the payment of the OF A TRACT OF LAND 465 feet to the point of decedent are notified to file May 23, 2018 RECORDED IN BOOK 12 beginning, thence continuing claims in court within six promissory note described Joseph D. Woodcock 1st Ins. 5-2-18 15-18 AT PAGE 3891; THENCE West 465 feet, thence North months from the date of first in and secured by a Deed ______PO 258 of Trust, executed by Tonya SOUTH 37 DEGREES 19 to the North section line of publication of this notice Aurora, MO 65605 MINUTES 03 SECONDS or if a copy of this notice Diaz, a single person, dated the SE¼ of the SE¼, thence Ph. 417-678-4684 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S WEST, 2.24 FEET TO A SET East 465 feet, thence South was mailed to, or served February 1, 2018, and SALE email: IRON PIN AT THE CORNER to the point of beginning, all upon, such creditor by the [email protected] recorded February 2, 2018, of the above described lands in Book 18 at Page 626 in Default having been OF A TRACT OF LAND personal representative, MO Bar No. 24310 made in the payment RECORDED IN BOOK 96 property being in Section then within two months from Attorney for the Estate the Office of the Recorder of the note described in AT PAGE 4845; THENCE the date it was mailed or of Deeds of Barry County, 18, Township 22, Range 27. 1st Ins. 4-25-18 14-17 and secured by Deed of NORTH 46 DEGREES 27 EXCEPT: Commencing at served, whichever is later, ______Missouri, conveying to MINUTES 29 SECONDS the Northeast corner of the Donald L. Cupps, as Trustee, Trust dated April 21, 2017, or be forever barred to the the following described real executed by Tammy Lynn WEST ALONG THESE¼ of the SE¼ of Section fullest extent permissible by IN THE CIRCUIT COURT Fox, and recorded in the NORTHEASTERLY LINE 18, Township 22, Range law. Such six-month period property, situate in Barry 27, thence West 465 feet OF Office of the RecorderOF of AFORESAID TRACT OF and such two-month period BARRY COUNTY County, Missouri, to-wit: Deeds of Barry County, LAND, 126.22 FEET (DEED) to the point of beginning, do not extend the limitation Missouri, on May 2, 2017, (MEAS.) TO A FOUND IRON thence continuing West 465 period that would bar claims MISSOURI A tract of land commencing in Book 17 at Page 2403, feet, thence South 468 feet, PROBATE DIVISION at the Southeast corner PIN AT THE NORTHWEST one year after the decedent’s and conveying to the CORNER OF AFORESAID thence East 465 feet, thence death, as provided in section AT CASSVILLE of the Southwest Quarter In the Estate of ) undersigned trustee the TRACT OF LAND; THENCE North 468 feet to the point of 473.444, RSMo, or any of the Southwest Quarter following described property beginning, therein in Barry of Section 33, Township CONTINUING NORTH 46 other applicable limitation SHIRLEY TEMPLE ) in Barry County, Missouri, DEGREES 27 MINUTES 29 County, Missouri. periods. Nothing in section ROLLER ) 24, Range 27 North, Barry SECONDS WEST, 274.93 Deceased ) County, Missouri, said to-wit: 473.033, RSMo, shall be FEET (MEAS.) 275.00 FEET WHEREAS, MATTHEW construed to bar any action Estate No. 17BR-PR00180 corner lying and being in NOTICE OF FILING OF TRACT I: A PART OF(DEED) TO THE POINT OF STUBBLEFIELD and against a decedent’s liability the center of a county road, BEGINNING. AMANDA STUBBLEFIELD, FINAL SETTLEMENT AND thence North 337 feet along THE NORTHWEST ¼ OF insurance carrier through a THE SOUTHEAST ¼ OF husband and wife, also defendant ad litem pursuant PETITION the county road for a point at the request of the legal granted a security interest of beginning, thence North SECTION 10, TOWNSHIP to section 537.021, RSMo. FOR DISTRIBUTION 22 NORTH, RANGE 25 holder of the note who has in the following described To all persons interested 227 feet, thence West 220 elected to declare the entire personal property to wit: Date of the decedent’s feet, thence South 227 feet, WEST, BARRY COUNTY, death was MAY 13, 2017. in the estate of SHIRLEY MISSOURI; BEGINNING indebtedness due and 1999 Fleetwood TEMPLE ROLLER, thence East 220 feet to the payable, and in accordance Date of first publication deceased: point of beginning. AT A POINT ON THE Manufactured Homeis APRIL 25, 2018. VIN CENTERLINE OF AN with the provisions of # TXFLW12A31433C012, Craig Williams (SEAL) You are hereby notified ELECTRIC POWER the Deed of Trust, the including all furniture, Circuit Clerk that the undersigned ALSO includes a 1978 undersigned trustee will on Windsor Manufactured LINE BEING SOUTH fixtures, and appliances/s/ Sherry now L. Allee, Personal Representative will 668.24 FEET AND EAST Monday, the 11th day of owned or hereafter acquired. Probate Clerk file a Final Settlement and Home with VIN June, 2018, between the Petition for determination #M0W1382944. 489.62 FEET FROM THE WHEREAS, it is 1st Ins. 4-25-18 14-17 NORTHWEST CORNER hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 provided in and by the terms ______of the persons who are the OF THE NORTHWEST ¼p.m., to-wit: at 10:00 a.m., of said Deed of Trust, that successors in interest to At the request of the legal sell the property at public if the holder of said Note the personal/real estate of holder of said note and OF THE SOUTHEAST ¼ IN THE 39TH JUDICIAL OF SECTION 10; THENCEvenue to the highest bidder shall desire a sale, the the decedent and of the in accordance with the for cash on the East steps of CIRCUIT COURT OF extent and character of SOUTH 46 DEGREES 30 beneficiary may at any time BARRY COUNTY provisions of said Deed of MINUTES EAST ALONG the County Court House at remove the Trustee and their interest therein and for Trust, Donald L. Cupps, 700 Main Street, in the City appoint a Successor Trustee MISSOURI distribution of such property, Trustee, will on Thursday, THE CENTERLINE 275 PROBATE DIVISION of Cassville, Barry County, by written instrument filed in the Probate Division of May 24, 2018, commencing FEET; THENCE SOUTH 38 In the Estate of: DEGREES 15 MINUTESMissouri, to satisfy the note for record prior to any sale the Circuit Court of Barry at One o’clock p.m.(1:00 WEST 163.76 FEET TO THEand costs. thereunder. Any Successor JUDITH DAVIS County, Missouri, on or after p.m.) sell said real property Trustee shall succeed to Deceased. June 6, 2018, or as may to the highest bidder for NORTHERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF MISSOURIARVEST BANK title, right, power and duties Case No. 18BR-PR00065 be continued by the Court, cash at the Front Steps MARLA SHORE, Trustee of the original Trustee NOTICE OF LETTERS and that any objections or of the East Door of the ROUTE 39; THENCE NORTH 46 DEGREES 361st Ins. 5-16-18 17-20 thereunder, and the then OF ADMINISTRATION exceptions to such Final Barry County Courthouse MINUTES WEST ALONG ______acting Successor Trustee GRANTED Settlement or Petition or in Cassville, Missouri, to SAID RIGHT OF WAY shall act in place and stead (Supervised Administration) any item thereof must be satisfy said note and costs. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S To all persons interested in writing and filed within Donald L. Cupps, Trustee 188.60 FEET; THENCE of the above-named Trustee NORTH 46 DEGREES SALE in and by the terms of said in the Estate of JUDITH twenty days after the filing of 54 MINUTES WEST Default having been DAVIS, Decedent: such Final Settlement. Donald L. Cupps Deed of Trust; and ALONG THE CHORDmade OFin the payment of WHEREAS, MATTHEW On APRIL 18, 2018, ATTORNEY AT LAW A CURVE TO THEthe Note LEFT described in and F. TROKEY, the undersigned the following individual was /s/ Donald L. Cupps PO Box 276 secured by Deed of Trust Successor Trustee, was appointed the personal Attorney, Cassville, MO 65625 86.43 FEET; THENCE NORTH 38 DEGREESdated April 15 2, 2004, executed duly appointed Successor representative of the Ellis, Cupps & Cole, P.C. Phone No. 417-847-2734 MINUTES EAST 164.51 by Sherman Oetker and Trustee in accordance with estate of JUDITH P.O. DAVIS, Box 276, FEET TO THE POINT Barbara OF Oetker, Husband the terms of said Deed of decedent, by the Probate Cassville, MO 65625 NOTICE BEGINNING EXCEPT and Wife, and recorded in Trust, by Appointment of Division of the Circuit Court Ph. 417-847-2734 Pursuant to the Fair THAT PART IN the Office ROAD. of the RecorderSuccessor Trustee dated of Barry County, Cassville, /s/ Jack W. Roller Debt Collection Practices of Deeds of Barry County, the 14th day of March 2018, Missouri. The personal Personal Representative Act, 15 U.S.C. § 1692c(b), no ALSO A RIGHT OF WAY OVER AND ACROSSMissouri, on THE April 9, 2004 in recorded March 22, 2018, representative’s business 1st Ins. 5-16-18 17-20 information concerning the FOLLOWING DESCRIBEDDeed of Trust Book No. 04, in Book 18 at Page 1849 of address is: ______collection of this debt may TRACT FOR ROADWAYPage 2623, and conveying the Barry County Recorder’s LONNIE DAVIS be given without the prior AND UTILITY PUPOSES:to the undersigned trustee Office, and may, at the P.O. BOX 33 consent of the consumer COMMENCING AT the THEfollowing described request of the legal holder of EXETER, MO 65647. given directly to the debt NORTHWEST CORNERproperty in Barry County, said Note, proceed to sell the The personal THINK collector or the express OF THE NORTHWESTMissouri: above described property as representative’s attorney’s permission of a court of ¼ OF THE SOUTHEAST Successor Trustee. name, business address INFORMATION competent jurisdiction. The ¼ OF SECTIONTHE EAST 10, 14 ACRES NOW, THEREFORE, and phone number is: debt collector is attempting TOWNSHIP 22, OF RANGE THE NORTHEAST as a result of the default in MARC LEON to collect a debt and any 25; THENCE SOUTHQUARTER 203.6 (NE l/4) OF THEthe payment of principal and EDMONDSON Cassville Democrat information obtained will be interest in said Note, the PO BOX 491 FEET; THENCE SOUTHNORTHWEST 46 QUARTER 847-2610 used for that purpose. DEGREES 30 MINUTES(NW l/4) OF SECTION 2, said Successor Trustee will, CASSVILLE, MO 65625 1st. Ins. 5-2-18 15-18 EAST ALONG AN EXISTING TOWNSHIP 25, RANGE at the request of the legal 417-846-0022 ______HIGH VOLTAGE POWER 28, BARRY COUNTY, holder of said Note, on the All creditors of the LINE 975 FEET TO POINT MISSOURI, EXCEPT 7th day of June, 2018, at 1:00 decedent are notified to file NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S OF BEGINNING; THENCE COMMENCING AT A POINT p.m., at the East door of the claims in court within six SALE IN A NORTHWESTERLY 40 FEET SOUTH OF THE Barry County Courthouse in months from the date of firstwww.cassville-democrat.com WHEREAS, Michael DIRECTION ALONG SAID NORTHEAST CORNER Cassville, Missouri, sell said publication of this notice P. Kennedy and Patricia M. POWER LINE 300 FEET; OF THE NORTHEAST real estate and personal or if a copy of this notice Kennedy, husband and wife, THENCE NORTH 38 QUARTER (NE l/4) OF THE property at public vendue to was mailed to, or served Cassville Democrat Wednesday, May 16, 2018 • Page 15

Cassville Democrat JR. ) effective date is July 1, 2018. above-mentioned child will in Barry County, Missouri, PROBATE 1st Ins. 5-16 -18 17-20 Respondent ) Please feel free to be terminated. containing approximately ______Case No. 18BR-DR00082 contact the Barry County Further, YOU ARE ten (10) acres, more or less. ORDER OF PUBLICATION Health Department at 417- HEREBY NOTIFIED that IN THE 39TH JUDICIAL IN THE 39TH JUDICIAL OF NOTICE 847-2114 if you have any you have the right to legal Commonly known as CIRCUIT COURT OF CIRCUIT COURT OF The State of Missouri to questions concerning this counsel in this matter and 5868 State Highway 39, BARRY COUNTY BARRY COUNTY, Respondent: program. if you are financially unableAurora, Missouri, situated MISSOURI CASSVILLE, FLOYD SHCEUERMAN, 1st Ins. 5-2-18 15-17 to employ legal counsel in the County of Barry, State PROBATE DIVISION MISSOURI JR. ______to represent you in this of Missouri, to satisfy said In the Estate of: PROBATE DIVISION You are hereby notified matter the Court will, upon judgment and costs. RANDALL YARNALL In the Estate of: that an action has been IN THE CIRCUIT COURT your request, appoint legal Deceased. ALICE K. SIMPSON commenced against you OF BARRY COUNTY, counsel to represent you, Dated: May 3, 3018 Case No. 18BR-PR00052 Deceased. in the Circuit Court, Barry MISSOURI free of charge. /s/ Gary Davis NOTICE OF LETTERS Case No. 18BR-PR00083 County, Missouri, the object KELVIN BLEVINS ) Witness my hand and Barry County Sheriff OF ADMINISTRATION NOTICE OF LETTERS and general nature of Plaintiff ) the seal of the Circuit Court Barry County, Missouri GRANTED TESTAMENTARY which is DISSOLUTION OF ) this 27th day of April, 2018. 1st Ins. 5-16-18 17-20 (Supervised Administration) GRANTED MARRIAGE. vs. ) To all persons interested The names of all parties Craig Williams (Supervised Administration) ) CONSERVATOR in the Estate of RANDALL To all persons interested to said action are stated Circuit Clerk YARNALL, Decedent: above in the caption hereof LINDA BLEVINS ) By: Shannon Pyle, D.C. in the Estate of ALICE K. Defendant ) On MAY 2, 2018, the SIMPSON, decedent. and the name and address 1st Ins. 5-2-18 15-18 NOTICE OF following individual was of the attorney for Petitioner ______On MAY 7, 2018, Case: 18BR-AC00024 APPOINTMENT OF A appointed the personal the following individual is: CONSERVATOR representative of the estate was appointed personal J. Michael Riehn (Sec. 475.140 RSMo) of RANDALL YARNALL, NOTICE UPON ORDER representative of the estate 301 West 8th Street IN THE CIRCUIT COURT STATE OF MISSOURI ) decedent, by the Probate of ALICE K. SIMPSON, P.O. Box 324, FOR SERVICE BY OF BARRY COUNTY, Division of the Circuit Court Cassville, MO 65625. PUBLICATION COUNTY OF BARRY ) decedent, by the Probate MISSOURI IN THE CIRCUIT COURT of Barry County, Cassville, Division of the Circuit Court You are further notified CIVIL DIVISION Missouri. The personal The State of Missouri to PROBATE DIVISION of Barry County, Missouri. that, unless you file an GARY FIELDS, BARRY COUNTY, representative’s business answer or pleading or shall Defendant, Linda Blevins, The name, business MISSOURI address and phone number address of the personal otherwise appear and last known address, PO GARY FIELDS is: representative is: defend against the aforesaid BOX 164, STELLA, MO REVOCABLE TRUST In the Estate of: KEITH DANIELS, RICHARD E. SIMPSON petition within forty-five (45) 64867-0164. Plaintiff, IMOGENE ARNOLD, 102 WEST ST. SUITE 5 14783 FR 1085 days after the 25th day of Case No: 18BR-CC00038 Incapacitated/disabled CASSVILLE, MO 65625; APRIL 2018, judgment by Estate No. 18BR-PR00055 CASSVILLE, MO 65625 You are hereby notifiedvs. 417-847-0541. The personal default will be rendered that an action has been HERBERT L. WIDDOWS, To all persons interested The personal representative’s attorney’sagainst you. commenced against you JR. et al If they be living or in the estate of IMOGENE representative’s attorney’sname, business address It is ordered that a copy their unborn or unknown ARNOLD, a disabled name, business address be published according in the Circuit Court for the and phone number is: County of Barry, Missouri, heirs, devises, grantees, person: and phone number is: DONALD LYNN CUPPS to law in the Cassville assignees, donees, On the 27TH day DONALD LYNN CUPPS Democrat, a newspaper of at Cassville, the object and ELLIS, CUPPS AND COLE general nature of which is alienees,legatees, administrators, of APRIL 2018, KEITH ELLIS, CUPPS AND COLE 702 WEST STREET, general circulation published executors, guardians, DANIELS, Public 702 WEST STREET, P.O. P.O. BOX 276, in the County of Barry, State a petition to partition and mortgagees, trustees, which affects the following Administrator, was appointed BOX 276, CASSVILLE, MO CASSVILLE, MO 65625; of Missouri. consorts and legal conservator of the estate 65625; 417-847-2734. real property located in Barry 417-847-2734. A true copy from the representatives, spouses of IMOGENE ARNOLD, a All creditors of the All creditors of said record. County, Missouri, described and all other persons, Witness my hand and as follows: person adjudicated disabled decedent are notified todecedent file are notified to file corporations or successors under the laws of the State claims in court within six claims in court within six seal of the Circuit Court, claiming by, through and State of Missouri, this 23rd BEGINNING AT A POINT of Missouri, by Probate months from the date of firstmonths from the date of first under them, Division of the Circuit Court publication of this notice publication of this notice day of April 2018. 632.44 FEET NROTH Defendants. or if a copy of this notice or if a copy of this notice SEAL OF THE SOUTHEAST of Barry County, Missouri. was mailed to, or served was mailed to, or served Craig Williams CORNER OF THE NOTICE OF ORDER OF The business address of the upon, such creditor by the upon, such creditor by the Barry County Circuit Clerk NORTHWEST QUARTER PUBLICATION conservator is 102 West St., personal representative, personal representative, By Katie Correia OF THE SOUTHEAST The State of Missouri to Ste. 5, Cassville, MO 65625. then within two months from then within two months from Deputy Clerk QUARTER OF SECTION Defendants, HERBERT L. All creditors of said the date it was mailed or the date it was mailed or 1st Ins. 4-25-18 14-17 18, TOWNSHIP 23, WIDDOWS, JR. et al disabled person are notified served, whichever is later, ______served, whichever is later, RANGE 27, THENCE et. al. If they be living or to file their claims in Probate or be forever barred to the or be forever barred to the their unborn or unknown Division of the Circuit Court. fullest extent permissible by IN THE CIRCUIT COURT NORTH APPROXIMATELY fullest extent permissible by 1347.56 FEET TO THE heirs, devises, grantees, SEAL law. Such six-month period law. Such six-month period OF LAWRENCE COUNTY, NORTHEAST CORNER OF assignees, donees, J. Craig Williams, and such two-month period and such two-month period STATE OF MISSOURI alienees, legatees, THE SOUTH HALF OF THE Circuit Clerk do not extend the limitation do not extend the limitation JUVENILE DIVISION administrators, executors, By: Kami Stanton, period that would bar claims period that would bar claims SOUTHWEST QUARTER guardians, mortgagees, OF THE NORTHEAST Clerk one year after the decedent’s one year after the decedent’s In the Interest of: ) trustees, consorts and legal To be published in Cassville death, as provided in section QUARTER SECTION 18, death, as provided in section representatives, spouses Democrat 473.444, RSMo, or any 473.444, RSMo, or any T.M.P. ) TOWNSHIP 23, RANGE and all other persons, other applicable limitation 27, THENCE WEST 323.24 1st Ins. 5-9-18 16-19 other applicable limitation D.W.P. ) corporations or successors ______periods. Nothing in section periods. Nothing in section G.R.S. ) FEET, THENCE SOUTH claiming by, through and 473.033, RSMo, shall be 473.033, RSMo, shall be APPROXIMATELY 1347.56 under them. NOTICE OF construed to bar any action construed to bar any action D.L.F.F. ) FEET, THENCE EAST YOU ARE HEREBY APPOINTMENT OF A against a decedent’s liability 323.24 FEET TO THE NOTIFIED that an action has against a decedent’s liability CONSERVATOR insurance carrier through a insurance carrier through a TPR Case No. POINT OF BEGINNING. been commenced against defendant ad litem pursuant defendant ad litem pursuant 18LW-JU00024 you in the Circuit Court, (Sec. 475.140 RSMo) STATE OF MISSOURI ) to section 537.021, RSMo. to section 537.021, RSMo. 18LW-JU00025 The name of the Plaintiff Barry County, Missouri, the COUNTY OF BARRY ) Date of the decedent’s Date of the decedent’s 18LW-JU00026 to said action stated above object and general nature of death was MARCH 28, IN THE CIRCUIT COURT death was MARCH 15, 18LW-JU00028 in the caption hereof and which is a Quiet Title Suit and 2017. PROBATE DIVISION 2018. the name and address of which affects the following BARRY COUNTY, Date of first publication Date is of first publication:NOTICE UPON ORDER attorney for Petitioner is: described Property: MAY 9, 2018. MAY 16, 2018 MISSOURI FOR SERVICE BY Henry S. Clapper, PO Box Craig Williams Craig Williams (SEAL) PUBLICATION BEL VOIR ACRES NO. 2: In the Estate of: 215 101 S. Main St., Galena, Circuit Clerk Circuit Clerk LOTS 7 AND INCLUDING 9, DELORES FLATHERS, Missouri 65656. /s/ Sherry L. Allee, By: Sherry L. Allee, THE STATE Block 1 Incapacitated/disabled Probate Clerk Clerk OF MISSOURI TO 30-2.0-4-0-0-8.000 Estate No. 18BR-PR00059 1st Ins. 5-9-18 16-19 To be published in the RESPONDENT, Tiffany You are further notified that, To all persons interested ______Cassville Democrat Renee Starr, Natural Mother unless you file an answer The names of all the in the estate of DELORES or other pleading or shall 1st Ins. 5-16-18 17-20 of T.M.P., D.W.P., G.R.S., parties to said suit are stated FLATHERS, a disabled IN THE 39TH JUDICIAL AND D.L.F.F: otherwise appear and above in the caption hereof person: CIRCUIT COURT OF defend against the aforesaid and the name and address MISCELLANEOUS You are hereby notified On the 27th day of BARRY COUNTY, that actions have been petition within 45 days after of the attorney for Plaintiffs APRIL 2018, ANGELIC commenced against you is Blake B. Fields, 605 Main CASSVILLE, the 2nd day of May, 2018, MOORE was appointed MISSOURI IN THE CIRCUIT COURT in the Juvenile Court of judgment by default will be Street, Cassville, Missouri, Lawrence County, Missouri, 65625. conservator of the estate of PROBATE DIVISION OF BARRY COUNTY, rendered against you. DELORES FLATHERS, a In the Estate of: the object and general YOU ARE FURTHER MISSOURI person adjudicated disabled CYNTHIA B SHOLES nature of which is the NOTIFIED that, unless AT CASSVILLE Witness my hand and the under the laws of the State Deceased. Petition for Termination you file an answer or other IN RE: ) seal of the Circuit Court this of Missouri, by Probate Case No. 18BR-PR00090 of Parental Rights to the 19th day of March 2018. pleading or shall otherwise The marriage of: ) above-mentioned children Division of the Circuit Court NOTICE OF LETTERS CHRISTIE MARIE ) appear and defend against under chapter 211 of the the aforesaid Petition within of Barry County, Missouri. TESTAMENTARY TOWNSEND ) (Seal) GRANTED Missouri Revised Statutes. 45 days after the 16th day The business address of the Petitioner ) The names of all J. Craig Williams of MAY, 2018, judgment conservator is 702 West St., (Supervised Administration) vs ) Circuit Clerk To all persons interested parties to said action are by default will be rendered PO Box 276, Cassville, MO TIMOTHY J. CROUCH ) stated above in the caption By: against you. in the Estate of CYNTHIA B Respondent ) 65625. SHOLES, decedent. hereof and the name and Daryl Rose A true copy from the All creditors of said Case No. address of the attorney for Deputy Clerk record. On MAY 10, 2018, the 10BR-DR00207-01 disabled person are notified last will of the decedent the Petitioner is: Kristoffer Witness by hand and NOTICE UPON ORDER 1st. Ins. 5-2-18 15-18 the seal of the circuit court to file their claims in Probate having been admitted FOR SERVICE BY R. Barefield, Law Offices Division of the Circuit Court. to probate, the following of Kristoffer Barefield, ______this 10th, day of May, 2018. SEAL PUBLICATION 214 W. Phelps, Suite 102, (SEAL) individual was appointed The State of Missouri to J. Craig Williams, personal representative Springfield, Missouri 65806 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT /s/ Craig Williams, Circuit Clerk Respondent: (Telephone Number 417- OF BARRY COUNTY, Barry County Circuit Clerk of the estate of CYNTHIA TIMOTHY J. CROUCH By: Kami Stanton, B SHOLES, decedent, by 720-1000). MISSOURI 1st Ins. 5-16-18 17-20 You are hereby notified ______Clerk the Probate Division of that an action has been You are notified that,JUVENILE DIVISION To be published in Cassville the Circuit Court of Barry unless you file an Inanswer the Interest of: ) commenced against you to the Petition or other IN THE CIRCUIT COURT Democrat County, Missouri. The in the Circuit Court, Barry L.M.B. ) name, business address of pleading or shall otherwise Male: 06/06/2016 ) OF BARRY COUNTY, 1st Ins. 5-9-18 16-19 County, Missouri, the object appear and defend against ______the personal representative and general nature of which TPR Cause No. MISSOURI is: the aforesaid petition, within 18BR-JU00047 is to Modify the Judgment of NOTICE OF BRAD D SHOLES Dissolution. forty-five (45) days after the NOTICE UPON ORDER DANIEL R. McGREW, ) 18987 FARM ROAD 2155 2nd day of May, 2018, or shall FOR SERVICE BY Plaintiff, ) APPOINTMENT OF A The names of all parties appear and defend against CONSERVATOR AURORA, MO 65605. to said action are stated PUBLICATION Vs. ) The personal the aforementioned action (Sec. 475.140 RSMo) above in the caption hereof THE STATE GLENDA A. MORROW, ) at the Court hearing set on Defendant. ) STATE OF MISSOURI ) representative’s attorney’sand name and address of OF MISSOURI TO name, business address (date to be determined), RESPONDENT, John Doe, Case No. 16BR-CC00007 COUNTY OF BARRY ) and phone number is: the attorney for Petitioner located at 240 N. Main IN THE CIRCUIT COURT is: Blake B. Fields, LLC, the unknown biological DONALD LYNN CUPPS, Street, in the City of Mount father of L.M.B.: NOTICE OF SALE IN PROBATE DIVISION PO BOX 276, 605 Main Street, Cassville, Vernon, State of Missouri, PARTITION Missouri 65625. You are hereby notified BARRY COUNTY, CASSVILLE, MO 65625, judgment by default will be that actions have been By virtue and authority MISSOURI 417-847-2734. You are further notified rendered against you and commenced against you in of a Judgment issued by the In the Estate of: All creditors of said that, unless you file an your parental rights to the the Juvenile Court of Barry Honorable Robert J. Foulke, BRENDA S. HEADLEY, answer or pleading or shall above-mentioned children decedent are notified to file County, Missouri, the object Associate Circuit Judge of Incapacitated/disabled claims in court within six otherwise appear and will be terminated. and general nature of which Barry County, Missouri: defend against the aforesaid Estate No. 18BR-PR00025 months from the date of first is the Petition for Termination That Notice that on To all persons interested publication of this notice petition within forty-five (45) Further, YOU ARE Friday, June 15, 2018, at of Parental Rights to the in the estate of BRENDA or if a copy of this notice days after the 25th day of HEREBY NOTIFIED that above-mentioned child 1:00 p.m., the Sheriff of was mailed to, or served April 2018, judgment by you have the right to legal under chapter 211 of the Barry County, Missouri will S. HEADLEY, a disabled upon, such creditor by the default will be taken against counsel in this matter and Missouri Revised Statutes. sell at the East Door of the person: personal representative, you. if you are financially unable The names of all Barry County Courthouse, On the 27th day of APRIL then within two months from IT IS ORDERED to employ legal counsel parties to said action are 700 Main Street, Cassville, 2018, KEITH DANIELS, the date it was mailed or that a copy hereof be to represent you in this stated above in the caption Missouri, to the highest Public Administrator, was served, whichever is later, published according to law matter the Court will, upon hereof and the name and bidder for cash, all right, title appointed conservator or be forever barred to the in the Cassville Democrat, your request, appoint legal address of the attorney for and interest of the above of the estate of BRENDA fullest extent permissible by a newspaper of general counsel to represent you, the Petitioner is: Kristoffer named parties, in and to the S. HEADLEY, a person law. Such six-month period circulation published in the free of charge. real property described as adjudicated disabled County of Barry, Missouri. R. Barefield, Law Offices and such two-month period Witness my hand and of Kristoffer Barefield,follows: under the laws of the State do not extend the limitation Witness my hand and the seal of the Circuit Court 214 W. Phelps, Suite 102, Beginning at a point of Missouri, by Probate seal of the Circuit Court, period that would bar claims this 18th day of April 2018. Springfield, Missouri 65806 which is the intersection of Division of the Circuit Court State of Missouri, the 18th (Telephone Number 417- the North right-of-way line of Barry County, Missouri. one year after the decedent’s day of April, 2018. death, as provided in section Circuit Clerk 720-1000). of Highway 39 and the East The business address of the 473.444, RSMo, or any (SEAL) boundary line of Section J. Craig Williams, You are notified that, conservator is 102 West St., other applicable limitation By: Pamela J Watson unless you file an Thirtyanswer (30), Township Ste. 5, Cassville, MO 65625. periods. Nothing in section Barry County Circuit Clerk 1st Ins. 5-2-18 15-18 to the Petition or other By: Katie Correia, Twenty-five (25), Range All creditors of said 473.033, RSMo, shall be ______pleading or shall otherwise Twenty-five (25), thence construed to bar any action Deputy Clerk appear and defend against North along said East disabled person are notified 1st Ins. 4-25-18 14-17 PUBLIC NOTICE the aforesaid petition, within boundary line 1320 feet to to file their claims in Probate against a decedent’s liability ______Division of the Circuit Court. insurance carrier through a PRESCRIPTION DRUG forty-five (45) days after a point located on the East defendant ad litem pursuant MONITORING PROGRAM the 2nd day of May, 2018, boundary line of Section SEAL to section 537.021, RSMo. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT BECOMING EFFECTIVE or shall appear and defend Nineteen (19), Township J. Craig Williams, OF BARRY COUNTY, The Barry County against the aforementioned Circuit Clerk Date of the decedent’s Twenty-five (25), RangeBy: Kami Stanton, death was MAY 1, 2018. MISSOURI Commissioners and the action at the Court Twenty-five (25), thence Date of first publication: AT CASSVILLE Barry County Health hearing set on date to be West 330 feet, thence South Clerk MAY 16, 2018 IN RE: ) Department is hereby determined, located at 102 approximately 1320 feet to To be published in Cassville Craig Williams (SEAL) The marriage of: ) notifying Barry County West Street, in the City of the North right-of-way line Democrat Circuit Clerk KAYLELA SCHEUERMAN ) residents that a Prescription Cassville, State of Missouri, of Highway 39, thence East 1st Ins. 5-9-18 16-19 By: Sherry L. Allee, Petitioner ) Drug Monitoring Program judgment by default will be along the North right-of- ______Clerk vs ) Ordinance (PDMP) will be rendered against you and way line of Highway 39 to To be published in the FLOYD SCHEUERMAN, ) passed and the planned your parental rights to the the point of beginning, all cassville-democrat.com Page 16 • Wednesday, May 16, 2018 Cassville Democrat

name and address of the CONSERVATOR attorney for the Petitioners is J. Michael Riehn, Attorney at Law, P.O. Box 324, NOTICE OF Cassville, MO 65625. APPOINTMENT OF A Man injured when vehicle You are further notified CONSERVATOR that, unless you file an (Sec. 475.140 RSMo) answer or other pleading or STATE OF MISSOURI ) shall otherwise appear and COUNTY OF BARRY ) defend against this action IN THE CIRCUIT COURT within 45 days after May 16, hits motorcycle PROBATE DIVISION 2018, judgment by default BARRY COUNTY, will be entered against you. State Highway Patrol Bottoms suffered mod- MISSOURI Notice is further given Seligman crash INJURY WRECK report, Tommy Bottoms, erate injuries and was that this matter will be heard In the Estate of: When: 12:50 p.m. Monday 54, of Seligman, was riding transported to Mercy JOSEPH E. SNYDER, in the Probate Court of Barry sends biker to Where: Highway 37 in County, Missouri, on the a 2005 Harley Davidson Hospital in Rogers, Ark. Incapacitated/disabled 29th day of June 2018, at Washburn Estate No. 18BR-PR00039 hospital Who: Tommy Bottoms, 54, motorcycle northbound Cargile was not injured. To all persons interested 10:00 a.m. when a westbound 2004 Both were wearing safe- It is ordered that a of Seligman in the estate of JOSEPH BY KYLE TROUTMAN Dodge Neon, being driven ty devices. The Harley sus- E. SNYDER, a disabled copy hereof be published according to law in the [email protected] by Jackie Cargile, 70, of tained moderate damage, person: at 12:50 p.m on Highway Cassville Democrat, A Seligman man was 37 in Washburn. Washburn, pulled into the and the Dodge sustained On the 27th day of APRIL Cassville, Missouri, a 2018, KEITH DANIELS, newspaper of general injured Monday in a wreck According to a Missouri path of the bike. minor damage. Public Administrator, was circulation published in the appointed conservator County of Barry, State of of the estate of JOSEPH Missouri. Lady Wildcats: E. SNYDER, a person A true copy from the Big 8 Conference results adjudicated disabled record. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 3 under the laws of the State Witness my hand and • 4x200 relay: of Missouri, by Probate the seal of the Circuit Court Chole Parsons, Kyren Division of the Circuit Court this 9th day of May 2018. of Barry County, Missouri. J. Craig Williams Postlewait, Hannah The business address of the (SEAL) By: Hackler and Parker conservator is 102 West St., Sherry L. Allee Marple, 1:52.14 personal Ste. 5, Cassville, MO 65625. Clerk record All creditors of said 1st Ins. 5-16-18 17-20 Third and Honorable disabled person are notified Mention All-Conference to file their claims in Probate BIDS Division of the Circuit Court. • High jump: Brianna SEAL Hemphill, 5-0 J. Craig Williams, PUBLIC NOTICE • Discus: Josi Rose, Circuit Clerk CITY OF CASSVILLE By: Kami Stanton, ACCEPTING SEALED 101-03 Clerk BIDS • 100-meter: Kyren To be published in Cassville Sealed bids will be Postlewait, 13.14 Democrat received by the Public Fourth 1st Ins. 5-9-18 16-19 Works Director of the City • Javelin: Josi Rose, ______of Cassville, Missouri, at 114-05 City Hall, 300 Main Street, • 200-meter: Parker NOTICE OF Cassville, Missouri, 65625, Marple, 27.34, personal APPOINTMENT OF A until 2:00 p.m., local time, CONSERVATOR record on May 30, 2018, for the Fifth (Sec. 475.140 RSMo) construction of asphalt STATE OF MISSOURI ) resurfacing and related • 100-meter: Hannah Riley Mills looks for a soft spot to land in the long jump for Cassville. Rob Wright/Special to COUNTY OF BARRY ) services on city streets and Hackler, 13.64 the Cassville Democrat IN THE CIRCUIT COURT roads. PROBATE DIVISION No bid may be BARRY COUNTY, withdrawn within a period Wildcats: MISSOURI of 30 days after the date Individual results from McDonald County In the Estate of: fixed for opening. Not CONTINUEDless FROM PAGE 3 NORMA L THURMAN, than the prevailing hourly exceptional haul of awards • Shot put: Skyler Wolf, • 4x100 relay: Michael Incapacitated/disabled rate of wages, as found by Third and Honorable Estate No. 18BR-PR00060 the Department of Labor from the Big 8 Conference 49-04 Mention All-Conference Sommers, DJ White, To all persons interested and Industrial Relations of meet at McDonald County. • 4x200 relay: Michael Luis Lara and Anthony in the estate of NORMA Missouri, shall be paid to Austin Wilson was Sommers, DJ White, • 200-meter: Austin Tolbert, 47.1 L THURMAN, a disabled all workers performing work named Big 8 Conference Austin Wilson and Wilson, 22.9 • 4x400 relay: Michael person: under this contract. Athlete of the Meet. Anthony Tolbert, 1:34.8 • 110-hurdles: Zane Sommers, Devon On the 27TH day of The City reserves the Individual results are as Second and Second Ganoung, 17.4 Brookes, Vance Supulver APRIL 2018, ANGELIC right to reject any and all bids, follows: Fourth and Jerome Ewing, MOORE was appointed to waive informalities, and to First and First Team Team All-Conference • 110 hurdles: Jesse 3:50.7 conservator of the estate of reject nonconforming, non- Anthonysz, 17.5 NORMA L. THURMAN, a • 400-meter: Austin • 4x800 relay: Kel responsive or conditional All-Conference • 300-hurdles: Devon person adjudicated disabled bids. Wilson, 50.5 Wilson, Gavin Moore, under the laws of the State • Long jump: Austin • Javelin: Jordan Reed, Brookes, 43.8 Pace Evans and Vance Specifications may be Sixth of Missouri, by Probate obtained from the Public Wilson, 20-08 150-04 Supulver, 10:27.8 Division of the Circuit Court Works Director at (417) 847- of Barry County, Missouri. 4441. Call 847-2610 to subscribe The business address of the 1st. Ins. 5-16-18 17 conservator is 702 West St., ______PO Box 276, Cassville, MO 65625. WHEATON SPECIAL All creditors of said ROAD DISTRICT Sanders Construction disabled person are notifiedACCEPTING SEALED 3rd Generation General Contractor to file their claims in ProbateBIDS ON A BOX BLADE Division of the Circuit Court. The Wheaton Special SEAL Road District is accepting J. Craig Williams, sealed bids from anyone Carpentry Circuit Clerk interested in purchasing a By: Kami Stanton, Road Runner Box Blade in Clerk good condition. Concrete To be published in Cassville For more information, Democrat phone 417-342-4073 or 1st Ins. 5-9-18 16-19 417-846-6322. Paving May be viewed at the GUARDIANS district’s barn, 1/2 mile W. of Wheaton on Hwy A. Excavation Bids will be accepted IN THE CIRCUIT COURT until 5:00, Friday, June 1, OF BARRY COUNTY, 2018 at the Wheaton Special MISSOURI, PROBATE 417-271-4606 Road District, PO Box 12, DIVISION Wheaton, MO 64874. Licensed • Bonded • Insured in the matter of: 1st Ins. 5-16-18 17-19 THE ESTATE OF: ) MACKENZIE DAWN ) CYPRET, ) Minor, ) Case no. 18BR-PR00085 Compare Our CD Rates NOTICE UPON ORDER Bank-issued, FDIC-insured FOR SERVICE BY 1-year 2-year 3-year PUBLICATION % % % The State of Missouri 2.20APY* 2.75APY* 2.90 APY* to: KATHRYN R. WOOLERY Minimum deposit $1000 Minimum deposit $1000 Minimum deposit $1000 BROWN AND DAVID A. *Annual PercentageYield (APY) effective 04/28/17.CDs offered by Edward Jones are bankissued and FDIC-insured up to CYPRET: $250,000 (principal and interest accrued but not yet paid) per depositor,per insured depository institution,for each account ownership category.Please visit www.fdic.gov or contact your financial advisor for additional information.Subject to You are hereby notified availability and prices change.CD values are subject to interest rate risk such that when interest rates rise,the prices of CDs that an action has been can decrease.If CDs are sold prior to maturity,the investor can lose principal value.FDIC insurance does not cover losses in commenced against you market value.Early withdrawal may not be permitted.Yields quoted are net of all commissions.CDs require the distribution of interest and do not allow interest to compound.CDs offered through Edward Jones are issued by banks and thrifts in the Circuit Court for the nationwide.All CDs sold by Edward Jones are registered with the DepositoryTrust Corp.(DTC) County of Barry, Probate division, state of Missouri, Call or visit your local financial advisor today. the object and general nature of which is to obtain a www.edwardjones.com Shane A Boyd Member SIPC guardianship of said minor. Financial Advisor The names of all parties 802 West Street in this action are Shawntell Cassville, MO 65625 E. McCullough and Lukas 417-847-5238 A. McCullough and the VFW POST #4207 POKER RUN& ANTIQUE Scott’s CAR SHOW Taxidermy June 16th Birds • Fish Sign in 9:30 am Gameheads & Mammals Bases EARLY BIRD SIGN UP per per 417-835-2053 $25rider $10 passenger Exeter, Mo. T-Shirt and meal included Professional Quality AT THE DOOR Guaranteed $35 PER RIDER $20 PER PASSENGER ANTIQUE CAR SHOW $10.00 Entry Fee sign up @ VFW Post #4207 5400 US-60 Monett * MO • 417-235-8394 DONATIONS ACCEPTED Cassville Democrat Wednesday, May 16, 2018 • Page 17 CLASSIFIEDS

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION: GARAGE SALE: Friday, May 18 Please check your ad the first day 7:00 AM - 3 PM. 1500 6th St., Mo- of publication. If it contains an er- nett. ror, report it to The Cassville HELP WANTED Democrat Classified Department. GARAGE SALE: Friday & Satur- Early Childhood Errors will be corrected and credit day, May 18 and 19, 915 5th St., The Monett Times newspaper is seeking an will be issued for the first day of Monett. Rain or Shine. Teen, Educators NEEDED – publications only. The Cassville women and men clothing, books, individual part time for our front office. Democrat shall not be liable for toys, deep fryer and lots of misc. The candidate needs to be a team player with any loss or expense that results Three families’ stuff. NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED from the publication (whether pub- GARAGE SALE: Moving Sale. a positive attitude and must enjoy meeting lished correctly or not) or omission Tools, furniture, everything must and dealing with the public. Must have of an advertisement. go. Nice Oak Dining set, Oak Cor- Join this short term training, experience with computers, data entry and ner TV stand. 1306A Woodland which includes PAID Work 1a. Garage Sale Ridge, Monett. May 18 & 19, 8-5. must be comfortable working with deadlines. Experience during training, and the GREAT GIVE away. Free garage chance to earn your CDA Must be detail oriented, have good written sale. Saturday, May 19, 9-3. 2581 GARAGE SALE: 203 Northgate State Highway 37, Monett. Some- (a $500 Childcare credential) FREE! and verbal skills. EOE. Ave., Monett (West of Golf thing for everyone. Please 10 To find out more, call Course). Friday 7-5 and Saturday items or less. 7-noon. Entertainment Center, (417) 235-7877 Send resumé to Lisa Craft at bedding, home decor, household [email protected] or mail: appliances and all types of cloth- Call 847-2610 For more information or to subscribe to apply in person visit The Monett Times, Att: Lisa Craft, P.O. Box 40, ing. Missouri Job Center Monett, MO 65708. Monett, 100 S. Maple 1a. Garage Sale 1a. Garage Sale No phone calls or walk-ins.

HUGE 2-Family Garage Sale 21. Autos, Trucks for Sale 25. Real Estate For Sale Training program begins 5/21/18 THEY NEED TO APPLY NOW!! Home décor items, furniture, More info at www.gojobfest.com/career-readiness FOR SALE: 2003 Windstar Ford SIX ACRES for sale by owner. Van, gold, 7 passenger, has 3rd Monett Schools. 417-693-3535. housewares, clothing, appliances seat. Call 417-669-2694. and MORE! 29. Houses for Rent 29. Houses for Rent Farm Road 1107 (off Sale Barn Road) Cassville HELP WANTED Friday, May 18 • 7:00 am - ? Saturday, May 19 • 7:00 am - 12:00 noon MECHANIC 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath in Monett. Freshly remodeled with new paint and FOR new carpet. Call Depco Management at Job Summary: The primary functions of the mechanic include but are not limited to plant and/or mobile equipment maintenance and 417-881-3216 9. Services Offered 16. Help Wanted preventative maintenance, housekeeping, grounds maintenance, as well RENT or email at [email protected] as the safe and efficient operation of mobile equipment and/or plant processing equipment. DOSS APPLIANCE Repair Ser- DRAFTER/ESTIMATOR wanted. Key Responsibilities/essential functions: vice: Service all major brands, Growing company is currently • Regular, reliable attendance at the worksite or assigned work location. 29a. Duplexes For Rent 55. Storage prompt, experienced service, af- seeking a full time drafter. Knowl- • Good attitude and team spirit is a must. fordable rates. Call anytime edge of and experience using AU- • Follow all safety and environmental rules, regulations and procedures as 417-235-6314. TOCAD is a must, 3D experience set forth by company policies and state and federal regulatory agencies. 2 BR, appliances, W/D hk-up, wa- CROSSLAND STOR-ALL. Across is a plus. Knowledge of materials ter, trash paid. Pierce City. $385. FOR ALL of your heating, air con- • Ability to perform maintenance and preventative maintenance as East of Wal-Mart. 10 buildings, 7 take-off and steel detailing experi- needed. Repair and or clean equipment as needed. No pets. 417-236-5737. ditioning and sheet metal work, sizes. 235-3766. ence are a plus. Our company • Responsible for overall housekeeping of shop. call Monett Sheet Metal, manufactures floating docks in • Ability to comprehend and complete all needed paperwork in a timely 31. Rooms for Rent FRIEZE’S STORAGE- 10 Sizes 235-7116. Shell Knob, MO and constructs and accurate manner. plus outside storage. Gated at GENERAL CONSTRUCTION: marinas all over the U.S.A. Com- • Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be night. Phone 417-393-9662. Painting, roofing, room additions, pensation: Commensurate with assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed. experience for eligible candidate. J & T ECONO Rooms to Rent. MAIN STREET Storage in Pierce carpentry work, vinyl siding, power Requirements: Boat Dock Installer wanted. Travel Weekly low rates - No pets. Cable City. Two locations. 417-489-3077 washing, small plumbing & con- • Possess a safe work history. required. Please call TV, refrigerator, microwave. crete work. 235-6961, 236-5477. • Have a positive attitude and a positive approach to our safety program. 417-489-6000. WHY PAY More, Rent from US & 417-858-8814 or forward your re- • Good behavior and attendance record. Store. S & G Storage. 417- LAWN SERVICE & more. Too sume via email to apply@mcus. • The selected candidate will be required to work collectively in a team cassville-democrat.com 235-1914 or 417-235-9289. many services to list. To save time com. environment with other co-workers and managers (team work). and money all year long call • Willingness and ability to do all other work as needed, including heavy FLOATING RESTAURANT is hir- 669-3531. One stop shop for any labor. ing! $10-$15 p/hr. Email watson- 53. Legal Notices 53. Legal Notices home related projects. • Willingness to work outside in all weather extremes. [email protected]. • Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule, including over time MOBILE POWER washing: house and weekends. siding, paint stripping. Call if it GRIP BOYS Home in Verona is hiring a FT and PT position. Re- • Maintenance experience on heavy equipment. needs cleaned. Insured 21 yrs. • High school diploma or GED preferred. ESTATE SALE Welding + handyman services al- warding job working with adoles- so. 417-236-4993. cent males. Must be 21, pass • Heavy equipment and/or welding background check, drug test and experience helpful. Fri. May 18th from 10:00 - 6:00 & ROBBIN’S LAWN Service. Mow- have a clean driving record, integ- Apply in person at ing & trimming. Call Gus Robbins rity a must. Call Dave at 1007 Main Street Cassville, MO Sat. 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Exeter High School valedictorian Maycee Blake gives her address to students and their friends and family at the school’s graduation ceremony Friday. Kyle Troutman/editor@cass- ville-democrat.com Rylee Moller’s nephew, Cohen Moller, reveled in trying on her graduation hat and sun- glasses at the conclusion of Purdy’s graduation. Murray Bishoff/Cassville Democrat

From left, Brayden England, Douglas Henry, Bo Brattin, Rodney Cook, Marius Lupescu and Catherine Haase laugh at a video portion of the Wheaton High School Class of 2018 slideshow. Kyle Troutman/[email protected]

Caitlin Blevins, Southwest co-valedictorian, gives her speech to fellow graduates and a packed gym on Friday at graduation. Kyle Troutman/[email protected]

Exeter graduates laugh at pictures in a senior flashback slideshow, produced by Jeanetta McCammon, at the high school’s graduation ceremony Friday. Fifteen Exeter students received their diplomas. Kyle Troutman/[email protected]

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