March 21, 2024

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In this issue

  • Have I Got A Line For You!

    Thursday, March 21

    Lots of things headed our way. Whether we’ll like them or not, who knows. The Devil Comet will make an appearance on April 21. If it’s a clear night, we should be able to step outside and …

  • Word On The Street

    Thursday, March 21

    What is your favorite "to go" food? Pizza Glen, for me! -Garrett Wirsig Pizza Glen. -Stacey Taylor Deli Rose from The Yellow Deli in Warsaw, or the Jesse James from Ben …

  • Get To Know Clinton, MO - Laine Hurley

    Thursday, March 21

    Name: Laine Hurley Birthplace: Sedalia, MO Years In Clinton: I’ve worked in Clinton for nearly 3 years. Family: 3 brothers and a sister. Occupation: Finance Manager at Jim …

  • Clinton Chamber Of Commerce Update

    Thursday, March 21

    Welcome New Chamber Member: Good Shepherd Hospice 510 E. Gay Street, Warrensburg 660-262-4881 www.goodshepherdhospice.com Serving people with compassion and dignity, providing the exceptional …

  • Municipal Court

    Thursday, March 21

    Gary Cover Arraignments 3/5 Adrianna Jemilla Callwood, Exceeded Posted Speed Limit (11-15 Mph Over), Defendant Sentenced To Fine $70.50 And Court Cost Ruben Flores, Speeding (31-35 Mph …

  • Walker Packets For 10th Annual Big Purple Party In The Mail

    Thursday, March 21

    The Henry County Memory Fund has mailed out our walker packets! If you have attended our event in the past or have made a memorial contribution to the fund you will be receiving the packet. If you …

  • New Members, New Officers For Chapter EN, P.E.O.

    Thursday, March 21

    Peggy Bowles and Peggy Powell were initiated into Chapter EN, P.E.O., at its March 14 meeting at First Presbyterian Church. Nancy Gillard, president, led the initiation ceremony. Linda Griffiths …

  • GVMH Announces New Pulmonologist

    Thursday, March 21

    Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare (GVMH) is pleased to welcome Dr. Tommy Ko, MD, Pulmonologist. He specializes in lung conditions. Dr. Ko diagnoses and treats diseases of the respiratory system, such …

  • James Allen "Jim" Maness

    Thursday, March 21

    James Allen “Jim” Maness, 76, of Clinton, Missouri passed away Tuesday night, March 12, 2024 at his home with his wife of 32 years, Vickey, by his side, and overlooking his favorite …

  • Dorothy D. Norcross

    Thursday, March 21

    Mrs. Dorothy D. Norcross, 101, of Lafayette, CO, died February 8, 2024, at the home of her daughter, Pamela Norcross-Sherrick. Dorothy was born February 16, 1922, at Heber, CA, the daughter of Otis …

  • Nicole Smith

    Thursday, March 21

    Nicole Smith, age 44 of Calhoun, Missouri, passed away March 16, 2024. She was born July 25, 1979 in Springfield, the daughter of Joe Ogletree and Melody (Trowbridge). Nicole was very involved in the …

  • Alberta Louise Crawford

    Thursday, March 21

    Alberta Louise Crawford, age 91, of Clinton, Missouri passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2024 at Adair Village in Clinton, Missouri. Alberta Louise Funk, daughter of Albert Parker Funk and Goldie Ann …

  • Church News

    Thursday, March 21

    Calhoun Community Church Welcome to the Good News from the Calhoun Community Church. Our church family gathers at 9:30 a.m. for pre-church food and fellowship. We use this special time for visiting …

  • The Shepherd Calls

    Thursday, March 21

    When To Speak This morning while I was reading the account of Joseph of Arimathea asking for permission to bury Jesus’ body, I thought---Where was Joseph when they condemned Jesus? Obviously, …

  • The Little Apple

    Thursday, March 21

    March 13, 2024 The voters of Appleton City are being asked to consider a Fire Protection Association Sales Tax to be on the April 2, 20224 ballot. This tax is a sales tax of ½ of 1% that will …

  • Cardinals Track & Field Brings Home Medals From UCM Indoor

    Thursday, March 21

    On Monday, the Cardinals Track and Field squad competed at the UCM HS Indoor Track meet. Clinton faced some hard competition but had a lot of fun and came out on top in some events. Top 6 finishers …

  • Cardinals Selected For Class 4 All-District Teams

    Thursday, March 21

    With the conclusion of the basketball season over the weekend as champions were crowned for the upper classes in Columbia, so allows post-season accolades to be released to the public. When those …

  • Lady Cardinals Named To All-MRVC Teams

    Thursday, March 21

    RECOGNIZED FOR THEIR ACCOMPLISHMENTS throughout a grueling basketball season, Clinton's Briley Wishard (1st team), Skyte Wilson (1st team) and Ava Potter (2nd team) were all selected to All-MRVC …

  • Clinton Pride Pep Band Performs At MSHSAA Basketball State Championships

    Thursday, March 21

    THE CLINTON PRIDE PEP BAND represented the Cardinals with excellence at the MSHSAA basketball state championships over the weekend! The group auditioned and was selected as the pep band to perform at …

  • World Record! Snagger Brings Giant Paddlefish From Waters Of Warsaw

    Thursday, March 21

    Chad Williams snagged a monster 164-pound, 13-ounce paddlefish at Lake of the Ozarks. The 2024 paddlefish snagging season is off to a great start after an angler reeled in a world record fish at the …

  • Vital For The Future: Safety Tax Gets Public Meeting On March 26

    Thursday, March 21

    On April 2, Clinton voters will have the opportunity to vote for a Public Safety Tax of one-half cent on the ballot. Approval of the tax will enable Clinton’s Fire and Police Departments to …

  • Crossroads Of Opportunity For Windsor With Rock Island Trail

    Thursday, March 21

    People come from all over the world to ride the 240 miles of the KATY Trail, the longest continuous rails-to-trails recreational trail in the United States. When the next 144 miles of the Rock Island …

  • Fish Shack Shakes It Up With Year Two Changes

    Thursday, March 21

    A 24 by 48-foot pavilion for covered seating. Live music on summer nights. Cold beer and fresh-fried catfish. Along with southern-style sides and desserts, Frank’s Fish Shack on Hwy. 7 S. will …

  • 4 Things To Know Before 4/2

    Thursday, March 21

    Over the past several weeks, district administration has enjoyed visiting with various groups in the Clinton community regarding the upcoming election. During these conversations, we have received …

  • Heartland Makes Call For Casting

    Thursday, March 21

    Ho Heartland Community Theatre is pleased to announce an upcoming casting call, as we will be hosting auditions for our Summer Production, “Sentimental Journey: A Stroll Down Memory …

  • March 21, 2024

    Thursday, March 21

  • Ozark Foodie

    Wednesday, March 20

    I love hot dogs; grilled, steamed, beanie weenies, etc. One of my favorite sandwiches is the Chili Cheese Dog Grilled Cheese. Certainly not a top hit on the esoteric foodie list, but when my …

  • Ladycats Scratch Out Fourth Place Finish At Ozark Softball Classic

    Wednesday, March 20

    The Ozark Softball Classic in Harrison, Arkansas typically features some of the better teams in upper classes in the state and this year was no different as the field included Cabot, the defending …

  • Quick Start By Warsaw Gives 'Cats Win Over Cole Camp

    Wednesday, March 20

    With recent storms subsiding, the Warsaw Wildcats were able to travel to Cole Camp on Friday evening for the opening game of the season for both clubs. Warsaw jumped on Cole Camp in the first …

  • Ladycats Basketball Picks Up End Of Season Awards

    Wednesday, March 20

    Warsaw Ladycats basketball officially put a cap on their 2023-24 basketball season last week when they hosted their annual awards banquet for players and families. The team finished with a …

  • JBMS Announces February Students Of The Month

    Wednesday, March 20

    FEBRUARY 2024 Student of the Month: (L to R): 8th Grade-Miranda Myers, 7th Grade-Brogan Schibi, 6th Grade-Grayson Vaughn. JBMS teachers and staff nominate one student from each grade based on the …

  • Warsaw North Recognizes Students Of The Month

    Wednesday, March 20

    FEBRUARY STUDENTS OF THE MONTH for North Elementary were announced this morning, (L to R): Axel Richardson, Clarke Radford, Remington Ghyra, Reagan Box, Haven Hinkle, Kase Smith, Sebastian Cooper, …

  • Warsaw South Presents Students Of The Month

    Wednesday, March 20

    WARSAW SOUTH Students of the Month for February, Character Trait: Helpful, (L to R): Daxeton Staton, Anastasia Baker (not pictured), Ryker Mutch, Luna Jackson, Avery Ferguson, Braxtyn Whittecar, …

  • WHS Music Takes Solos And Small Ensembles To Districts

    Wednesday, March 20

    Warsaw High School’s Music Department participated in District Music Festival for solos and small ensembles on March 4 at Stockton High School. Fifty-three students performed their solos …

  • Lincoln Music Students Perform At State Fair

    Wednesday, March 20

    Lincoln music students were busy last Saturday at District Solos/Ensembles at SFCC! The following students received an Exemplary (1) rating and will advance to state contest at Mizzou on April …

  • Lincoln Scholar Team Takes Third In Conference

    Wednesday, March 20

    Congratulations to the Lincoln Scholar Bowl team on their 3rd place finish in the Kaysinger Conference Tournament over the weekend!️ And more congratulations to Thomas Rose on being the TOP …

  • Benton County 4H Makes Trip To Visit Reedy At Capitol

    Wednesday, March 20

    EARLY MONDAY morning Representative Rodger Reedy (R-57) met with a group from the Benton County All Arounders 4H Club. It was their first time visiting the Capitol and Reedy was thrilled to talk with …

  • Meet The People Of Benton County - Devin Hawley

    Wednesday, March 20

    NAME: Devin Hawley BIRTHPLACE: Clinton YEARS IN BENTON COUNTY: 20 years FAMILY: Mom and Dad, James and Sherri; Sister, Kaitlyn Lopez; Brother-In-Law, Dakota Lopez; Nephew, Kashton …

  • Fristoe News

    Wednesday, March 20

    Our weather went back to almost winter-like for the weekend and Fristoe area people that had planted early gardens were bringing out things to cover the plants because it was cold enough to freeze. I …

  • Benton County Sheriff's Report

    Wednesday, March 20

    Sheriff’s Report 3/11/24 to 3/17/24 Ozzy Lee Davis of Edwards, MO was arrested on 3-11-24 on a Benton County warrant for Terrorist Threat-1st Degree. Bond is set at $250,000.00 surety …

  • B.P.O.E. Lodge #2783

    Wednesday, March 20

    Members enjoy playing Shuffleboard on Tuesday at 1:00 PM and Darts at 6:00 PM on Wednesday in a non-smoking room. Shuffleboard winners for March 12: 1st-Shirley/Steve 2nd-Mary/Sherry Darts …

  • Rosemary Walthall

    Wednesday, March 20

    Wanda Rosemary Walthall, age 92, passed away on Monday, March 11, 2024. Rosemary was born on April 18, 1931, to L.E. and Addie Jenkins Antwiler in Delhart, Texas. Rosemary grew up on a farm …

  • Church News

    Wednesday, March 20

    Warsaw Christian Church You ask and do not receive, because you ask amiss, that you may spend it on your pleasures. -James 4:3 James gives us an important lesson on prayer. While we …

  • Benton County Extension Swears In Board Members

    Wednesday, March 20

    CONGRATULATIONS to the returning and newly elected Extension Council members for Benton County! Re-elected for a second consecutive 2-year term are: Leland Burnett Leslie Dickerson Brian Harms …

  • University Of Missouri Extension Present Winner Of Raffle

    Wednesday, March 20

    ON BEHALF OF the Benton County Extension Council Scholarship Committee: CONGRATULATIONS to Tara Morano, winner of the SCHOLARSHIP RAFFLE Henry Golden Boy .22 L/R/LR with a one-of-a-kind engraving of …

  • Have I Got A Line For You!

    Wednesday, March 20

    Lots of things headed our way. Whether we’ll like them or not, who knows. The Devil Comet will make an appearance on April 21. If it’s a clear night, we should be able to step outside and …

  • Financial Focus

    Wednesday, March 20

    Spring is almost here, which means it’s time for some spring cleaning. This year, in addition to tidying your home and surroundings, you might want to consider sprucing up your financial …

  • Word On The Street

    Wednesday, March 20

    What's one spring cleaning project you're looking forward to? Getting the pool ready. -Megan Howard Getting my yard in order. -Paula Wampler I just want to be on my mower. …

  • WHS School Shooting Threat Puts Safety Protocols To Test

    Wednesday, March 20

    The Benton County Sheriff’s Office took 18-year old Ozzy Lee Davis of Edwards, MO. into custody on Monday night, March 11, on a 24-hour hold pending investigation into allegations that he made …

  • Finding Balance: Working Moms Become Masters At Multi-Tasking

    Wednesday, March 20

    All mothers are working mothers; however, those mothers who work at a job in addition to the one they have at home are a special breed who manage to make what they do look easy. Most of those …

  • World Record! Snagger Brings Giant Paddlefish From Waters Of Warsaw

    Wednesday, March 20

    The 2024 paddlefish snagging season is off to a great start after an angler reeled in a world record fish at the Lake of the Ozarks. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) congratulates Chad …

  • Warsaw Will Give Eddie St. To Owners

    Wednesday, March 20

    In a short open session under new business Monday eve, Warsaw Aldermen noted that Eddie Street off of Hickory Street was undeveloped, also was a dead end street not needed by the city; then approved …

  • Alternative School On Tap For R-IX Bond

    Wednesday, March 20

    One of the major issues facing the Warsaw R-9 Board of Education is securing a place for an alternative school. The need for an alternative school is one of the reasons the Board of Education is …