Bryan Lee and Cody Youtsey, both of Winston, were among campers that attended the Larry Holley Basketball Camp the week of June 15-19 on the William Jewell College campus, Liberty. Also in the picture is the camp director and head men’s basketball coach at William Jewell, Larry Holley.
Jenny Dean-Batson, Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner and Director of the Women’s Health Services Clinic of Green Hills Community Action Agency was the recipient of the Above and Beyond Award for outstanding accomplishments and contributions to further the mission of Green Hills Community Action.
Wren Tolen of Gallatin, was elected regional representative of the Missouri State 4-H Council. The elections took place during the 63rd State 4-H Congress, June 4-6, at the University of Missouri.
4-Hers from NW Missouri were immersed in Australian culture during the two 2008 4-H camp sessions, June 3-6 and June 10-13.
Robert Mazur officially began as full time deputy sheriff at the Daviess County Sheriff’s Department on Wednesday, June 18.
Though it’s hoped it never has to be used, it’s good to know Daviess County does have a community emergency plan in place.
Kim and Bill Green of rural Pattonsburg lost their home to a fire Thursday, June 19.
City Administrator Zac Johnson discussed the bids for replacing the streets around the square with hot-mix with the Gallatin Board of Aldermen during their regular meeting held Monday, June 23.
County Commission
James Lewis, bridge supervisor, reported that they will be making repairs to culverts and bridges this week as weather permits.
The Gallatin R-5 Board of Education reviewed insurance renewal rates for staff and chose $395 per month during their regular meeting held in May.
Kirby Payne, executive director of the Daviess County Farm Service Agency (FSA), reminds producers of the acreage reporting requirements that must be met prior to receiving program benefits.
Nearly 1,000 people of all ages attended the 70th Annual Meeting of Farmers’ Electric Cooperative Tuesday night, June 10, at the Gary Dickinson Performing Arts Center in Chillicothe.
Russ and Mona Hervey presented an American Flag to Lake Viking Health Care in honor of their mother Mona K. Brown, who in her 90th year of life won her battle with cancer.
1921-2008
Ada Edwards 86 formerly of Gallatin, MO passed away Saturday, June 14 2008 at the Indian Hills Nursing Home in Chillicothe. Services was held at today (Wednesday) June 18th at 10:00 a.m. at the Presbyterian Church in Gallatin. Family visitation was held Tuesday evening from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at McWilliams Funeral Home in Gallatin. Interment was at the Lock Springs Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Gallatin Presbyterian Church or the Alzheimer’s Foundation in care of the funeral home.
Funeral services for Mildred Melvin were held Tuesday at the First Baptist Church, Gilman City. Burial with Rebekah Rites, was in the Masonic Cemetery, Gilman City. Arrangements were by Roberson Funeral Home, Bethany. Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church, Gilman City, in care of the Roberson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 46, Bethany, MO 64424
Graveside service and interment for Billy Short were held Monday at Highland Cemetery, Hamilton. Arrangements were by Bram Funeral Home, Hamilton, with a Masonic service. Memorials may be made to the Hillcrest Manor Nursing Home resident Christmas fund.
Funeral services for Barbara Karstens were held Monday at McWilliams Funeral Home in Gallatin. Inurnment will be at the Lake Viking Cemetery near Gallatin at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Barbara Karstens Memorial Fund in care of the funeral home.
Graveside services for Maxine Atkinson were held Thursday at Masonic Cemetery, Jamesport. Arrangements were by Whitaker-Eads Funeral Home, Trenton.
Funeral services for Leslie Foster were held Saturday at St. Munchin Catholic Church, Cameron. Arrangements were by Poland-Thompson Funeral Home, Cameron. Burial was at Salmon Cemetery, Pattonsburg. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Camp Quality and/or the Meditation Garden at St. Munchin Catholic Church.
by Dr. Don Kuehle