December 5, 2024

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In this issue

  • December 5, 2024

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

  • Have I Got A Line For You!

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Surprise, surprise, surprise! Hunter got a pardon despite the President repeatedly saying he would, “Not pardon my son.” Most of us saw this coming, but thought he’d wait until the …

  • Get To Know Clinton, MO - Lisa Lyman

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Name: Lisa Lyman BIRTHPLACE: Wyoming YEARS IN Henry County: 14 FAMILY: Husband and 2 kids. THE BEST THING ABOUT LIVING IN Henry county IS: I live out in the sticks so it’s …

  • Word On The Street

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Did you go out Black Friday shopping? No, just online. -Spencer Sprouse I'm not much of a shopper. -Max Oliver I love shopping, especially seeing all of the decorations. …

  • Clinton Chamber Of Commerce Update

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    The Greater Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce is giving you the chance to get free money! Our “150 to get 25” is here, for the 5th consecutive year! All you must do is buy at least $150 in …

  • Henry County Sheriff's Report: Arrest Following Assault Investigation

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    The Henry County Sheriff’s Office has arrested Mark Shobe in connection with a violent assault that occurred on November 26, 2024, in the 100 block of SE PP Highway. At approximately 1:49 PM, …

  • Patsy Jean (Hix) Cox

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Patsy Jean (Hix) Cox, age 88, of rural Leeton, Missouri, passed away peacefully at Meyer Care Center, Higginsville, Mo., on Monday, November 25, 2024. Patsy was a beloved wife, mother, and …

  • Deanna Martin

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Deanna Martin, age 85, passed away on Monday, September 30, 2024 at the Mission Chateau Senior Living Center in Prairie Village, Kansas. Born in Kansas City, Missouri, Deanna Martin was the Director …

  • Patrick Bernard

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Patrick Bernard, age 57, of Clinton, Missouri passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2024 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota. Patrick (Pat) Dirk Bernard was born on March 15, 1967 the …

  • Bernadine Helen Goth

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Bernadine Helen Goth, age 95, passed away on Monday, October 28, 2024 at her home in Clinton, Missouri. Bernadine “Bernie” as she was known was born on July 29, 1929 in Urich, Missouri to …

  • Elsie Florence Register Goslin

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Elsie Florence Register Goslin passed away peacefully on Monday, October 28, 2024, at the age of 90. Born on February 11, 1934, to Robert Delane “Bud” Register and Mary Roberts Register …

  • Church News

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Calhoun Community Church Welcome to the Good News from the Calhoun Community Church. We are a Multi-Denominational Congregation. Our church family gathers at 9:30 am for pre-church food and …

  • The Shepherd Calls

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    “A Simple Shepherd” John’s gospel reports not everything Jesus did was recorded. (John 21:25) I like to imagine events that could have happened. This is one of those …

  • Down On The Creek

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    It was Slim Pickins In the winter of 1950, my cousin entered a contest in a movie magazine. All she had to do was select a name for Whip Wilson’s horse. If you are not a fan of the old …

  • REVIEWing The Past

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Pearl Harbor Remembered 83 Years Later This weekend, December 7, is the 83rd anniversary of the bombing of Pearl Harbor by Japanese forces, a date well remembered by our parents, grandparents, and …

  • Windsor Senior Center Receives Donation From Equity Bank

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Equity Bank, 504 W. Benton St., Windsor, donated $5,000 to the Windsor Senior Center to be used for Home Delivered Meals (HDM) in Windsor. On Tuesday, November 19, Hanna Goosen, Bank Manager, and …

  • University Of Missouri Extension: Cattle Windbreaks

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Winter cold and wind are soon going to be upon us. Wind chill values are a usual part of any winter weather forecast. Wind chill also impacts livestock, so developing some type of wind protection is …

  • Class Of 2025 Hall Of Fame Being Discussed For Windsor

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Windsor High Athletics Hall-of-Fame Nominations The Windsor High Athletics Hall-of-Fame committee will be meeting this month to discuss the candidates for the hall-of-fame for the year 2025. It will …

  • GVMH Adds Two Family Nurse Practitioners

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare (GVMH) is pleased to welcome Elizabeth (Liz) Elwell, Family Nurse Practitioner, to its Clinton Clinic and Britney McDonald, Family Nurse Practitioner, to its Warsaw …

  • The Little Apple

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    November 27, 2024 The annual Senior Citizen’s dinner at AC Schools will be 12:00 p.m. December 5 in the AC Elementary Gym. The doors will open at 11:30. All senior citizens in the Appleton City …

  • GVMH's Balke Promoted To Director Of Education

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare (GVMH) is delighted to announce Julie Balke, RN, has been promoted to Director of Education and Employee Health. Working side-by-side with the other educators in her …

  • Council Requests To Increase Economic Development Contract

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    On Tuesday November 19, members of the Clinton City Council gathered for their regularly scheduled meeting with Mayor Carla Moberly presiding. Council Persons present were Gene Henry, Roger House, …

  • Angel Trees Usher In Joy For Area Children In Need

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Anyone who wants to spread holiday cheer can find plenty of opportunities locally. Drives to help children, the elderly and shelter animals are in full swing with many deadlines quickly approaching. …

  • Cookies, Cowboys And Carols! Heaps Of Holiday Spirit At Heartland Theatre

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Need to reset your holiday meter to Christmas once the Thanksgiving dishes are done? You’ll find lots of Christmas spirit in Mistletoe, Missouri, the setting of Heartland Community …

  • Ozark Foodie

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Almost everyone loves potatoes, one of the most versatile vegetables ever. With an infinite number of recipes available for their preparation, the following is one of my favorites. With only 3 …

  • Stevens' To Celebrate Milestone Birthdays

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    LONGTIME RESIDENTS of Benton County, Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Stevens, have been active in our community for 70 years. Alvin drove a school bus for 22 years and Elda was a substitute driver. Alvin was a …

  • Lincoln, Cole Camp Basketball Coaches Ready To Get Seasons Underway

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    With the Warsaw basketball tournament going on, I thought it would be appropriate this week to reintroduce ourselves to the men behind the teams. I have had the opportunity and privilege to know the …

  • Wildcats Pounce Early, Win Big In Season Opener

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    All five starters got in the scoring column in the first half and the the defense created points in transition as the Wildcats took a 43-13 lead at halftime over Sweet Springs. Warsaw then cruised …

  • Meet The People Of Benton County - Suzie Dudenhoeffer

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    NAME: Suzie Dudenhoeffer BIRTHPLACE: Fortuna, MO YEARS IN BENTON COUNTY: 10 years FAMILY: Husband, Steve; daughter, Caitlin THE BEST THING ABOUT LIVING IN BENTON COUNTY IS: All …

  • Fristoe News

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Sending a very large SORRY to all those who read Fristoe News each week and to James White, Adam Howe and all at the Benton County Enterprise for being patient with me last week as first my computer …

  • Register Wins Grinch Quilt Auctioned For Playground Fundraiser

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    A Grinch quilt, handmade and donated by a local woman, was reverse auctioned on Facebook Marketplace last week to raise money for the playground expansion at Drake Harbor. Debra Register had the …

  • Down On The Creek

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    It Was Slim Pickins In the winter of 1950, my cousin entered a contest in a movie magazine. All she had to do was select a name for Whip Wilson’s horse. If you are not a fan of the old cowboys …

  • Lakeview Heights FD Trains For Vehicle Accidents, Fires

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    The Lakeview Heights Fire Department volunteers met on Wednesday evening, November 27 at Station 1 for training sessions. The sessions were conducted by Assistant Fire Chief, Robert Stouffer and …

  • German Christmas At St. Paul's A Crowd Pleaser

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Somehow it just wouldn’t be Christmas in Cole Camp without the annual German Christmas Program performed by the Cole Camp German Singers. Once more the doors of St Paul’s Church opened to …

  • Live Nativity To Be Brought To Southern Benton County

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    In 2023 Sheila Yoder and Amie Breshears attended a Live Nativity drive thru on Mt Hulda Avenue, put on by the Mt Hulda Lutheran Church, south of Cole Camp. That live nativity has been on-going …

  • Have I Got A Line For You!

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Surprise, surprise, surprise! Hunter got a pardon despite the President repeatedly saying he would, “Not pardon my son.” Most of us saw this coming, but thought he’d wait until the …

  • Financial Focus

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    As we enter the annual season of giving, you might be thinking of charities you wish to support. But you also might be wondering how to gain some tax benefits from your gifts. It used to be …

  • Word On The Street

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Do you still shop traditionally, or do you do most of your Christmas shopping online? I do both, but I'd say the majority is online. I do like shopping locally though. -Kim Nichols I'm …

  • Benton County Sheriff's Report

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Sheriff’s Report 11/25/24 to 12/02/24 Tyler Ryan Saunders of Lincoln, MO was arrested on 11-26-24 on a Parole Violation warrant. Subject is being held in the Benton County Detention …

  • MSHP Reports Four Fatalities; No Drownings, Boat Crashes Over 2024 Thanksgiving Holiday

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports four people died in traffic crashes during this year’s Thanksgiving holiday counting period--from 6 p.m. Wednesday, November 27, 2024, through 11:59 …

  • Betty Jean Dewitt

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Betty Jean Dewitt, age 78, of Warsaw, Missouri, passed away Saturday, November 23, 2024, at her home. She was born on March 4, 1946, in Oneonta, New York, the daughter of Charles Fletcher and Grace …

  • Donald Wray Kauble

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Donald Wray Kauble, 89, of Lincoln, passed away Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City. He was born on November 27, 1934, in Devon, Kansas, a son of Thomas and …

  • Church News

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    From The Pastor's Desk Remembrances Our Annual Thanksgiving column is here. Maybe a week late due to lack of space . I want to thank the Lord Jesus Christ for saving me in 1978 and for …

  • Cole Camp Council Hosts Special Session

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Mayor Diana Burdick called the Cole Camp City Council to order for a special work session Thursday, November 26 at 3:00 PM. Councilman Jeremiah Crider joined the session later as he was still at …

  • Commission To Discuss Salaries & Benefits For FY 2025 Budget

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Benton County Presiding Commissioner Steve Daleske called the November 18 meeting of the Benton County Commission to order at 9:00 AM. Those in attendance included District 1 Commissioner Larry …

  • Full House Shows Up To Address Important Topics At Warsaw City Council Meeting

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    A room full of concerned citizens filled the Warsaw City Council chambers on December 2 as several issues were brought to the attention of the Board of Aldermen. Mayor Eddie Simons called the …

  • Social Media Lights Up Over Alleged Abuse Of Warsaw Dog

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Wasn’t it Mahatma Gandhi who said that “The greatness of a nation can be judged by the way its animals are treated?” Well, it seems that Benton County residents want pets to be …

  • Mast Accepts A Major Plea Deal In Grisly Murder Case

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    The father of a Benton County four-year-old girl (Jessica Mast) who died in 2020 has accepted a plea deal offered by prosecutors. According to court officials, James Mast of Lincoln accepted a …

  • Historic Warsaw Basketball Tournament Tips-Off Season For Most Teams In Area

    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Now in it's 92nd year, the Warsaw Boys Invitational Basketball Tournament is one of the oldest in the state. The girls bracket is now in it's 37th year. The championship has been fairly balanced …