May 30, 2024

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In this issue

  • Have I Got A Line For You!

    Thursday, May 30

    There are all kinds of spooky items in the news. Cuban officials toured secure areas in the Miami airport. Cuba is on the list of state sponsors of terrorism. They’re also backed by Russia …

  • Word On The Street

    Thursday, May 30

    Do you camp/float during the summer? If it starts with a "G" and end in "lamping", I'm there! -Tania Dicks We try to camp in the spring or fall and then the summer months, add a float …

  • Get To Know Clinton, MO - Lori Beck

    Thursday, May 30

    NAME: Lori Beck. BIRTHPLACE: Pennsylvania. YEARS IN CLINTON: 3 FAMILY: 2 sons. THE BEST THING ABOUT LIVING IN CLINTON IS: People are friendly. OCCUPATION: Child care. …

  • Clinton Chamber Of Commerce Update

    Thursday, May 30

    The fine folks at Mills & Sons Insurance are celebrating 155 years of doing business. Needless to say, CONGRATULATIONS!! The Chamber’s Ambassador Committee supplied the cake while Mills and …

  • Twilight Garden Club Announces May Yard Of The Month

    Thursday, May 30

    Rocky has lived at the address for 21 years. His hard work and eye for plants and garden articles is apparent as you approach his home from East or West. Rocky stated that he was raised on a farm and …

  • Clinton's Goucher Receives NTPDA Scholarship

    Thursday, May 30

    Allie Goucher, daughter of Ralph and Crystal Goucher, was recently awarded a $3,000.00 scholarship from the National Tractor Parts Dealer Association. Allie plans to attend the University of Central …

  • Sterling "Frank" Albin

    Thursday, May 30

    Sterling “Frank” Albin 87, went to be with the Lord on April 26, 2024 at Adair Village Nursing Home in Clinton, Missouri with his family by his side. He was born on October 17, 1936 in …

  • Church News

    Thursday, May 30

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

  • Clinton Police Report

    Thursday, May 30

    05/21/2024 Shaw, Hannah, 25, Domestic Assault - 3rd Degree Assault Shanks, Stacey, 36, Domestic Assault - 3rd Degree Assault; Assault- 4th Degree - Pursuant To Subdivision (1), (5) Assault …

  • Henry County Sheriff's Report

    Thursday, May 30

    05/13/2024 Ash, Elvis Randall, 55, Possession Of Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams Or Less Of Marijuana/Synthetic Cannabinold; Possession Of Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams Or Less Of …

  • Municipal Court

    Thursday, May 30

    Gary Cover Arraignments Nichole Marie Ford, Driver Fail To Secure Child 80 Pounds Or More Or Over 4 Feet 9 Inches In Booster Seat Or Safety Belt, Defendant Sentenced To Fine $10.00 …

  • The Little Apple

    Thursday, May 30

    May 22, 2024 The Yellow Roses were a beautiful addition to the Appleton City Cemetery as we honored Memorial Day, but now it’s time to pick those roses up! Roses will be picked up on Tuesday …

  • The Shepherd Calls

    Thursday, May 30

    Simply Serve Clarence Ray Dowell was ninety-three. He was not a relative of mine, but I drove more than 250 miles to attend his funeral. Why? Because he was the personification of the servant Jesus …

  • Sherwood Seniors Receive Over $97,000 From Local Scholarship Donors

    Thursday, May 30

    Each year, as graduation approaches, the small town Sherwood community steps up in a big way to offer financial support to graduating seniors seeking to further their education through college or …

  • Let The Good Times Roll! Bowling Set For Comeback In Henry County

    Thursday, May 30

    When Dorothy Sell was in high school in Clinton, bowling was one of the activities she and her classmates did in gym class. The students went to a bowling alley on Green Street, she recalled, which …

  • Clinton Native Takes The Helm At Museum

    Thursday, May 30

    Throughout a career in emergency management, Susan Jones-Hard has dealt people who were going through traumatic events. In 1999, when the Columbine High School shooting occurred, she was the …

  • City Council Updates On Pool Opening

    Thursday, May 30

    During their recent meeting, the City Council addressed concerns about the outdoor public pool. A motion was filed to replace a 6-foot section of the original steel pipe from 1976, which needs …

  • Clinton's Berry Competes For Miss Missouri Crown

    Thursday, May 30

    Miss Missouri candidates from across the state, their pageant directors and families will travel to the heart of Missouri June 9 to kick off a week filled with rehearsals, talent performances, …

  • Cole Camp Golf Coach Reflects On State Championship Season

    Wednesday, May 29

    Some coaches never win a state championship. Some never even get close. Jared Espey won one in his first season as head coach of the Cole Camp golf team. The BCE had a chance to interview Coach …

  • Bluebirds Baseball Exprienced Peaks And Valleys

    Wednesday, May 29

    The recent Cole Camp baseball season ended at 10-12. They lost their ace pitcher before the season due to injuries but had two exceptional freshmen come into the program. The BCE had a chance to talk …

  • Lincoln Baseball Looks To Promising Future

    Wednesday, May 29

    Coach Will Lynde's Cardinals baseball team, loaded with underclassmen, struggled at times but also showed great promise for the future. Coach Lynde is a no nonsense coach, so we were able to ask him …

  • Mellen Sisters Looking Forward To First Year Together At Lincoln

    Wednesday, May 29

    SISTER, SISTER LHS senior Alyssa Mellen and freshman Lillyann Mellen will join forces on the basketball and volleyball courts and softball field this coming school year. Alyssa was the BCE Athlete of …

  • Winner Of Outdoor Expo 50/50 Raffle Announced

    Wednesday, May 29

    THE WINNER of the $610 FUNdraiser for the Playground 50/50 Raffle at the Warsaw Outdoor Expo was Angel Martin. She is surrounded by volunteers Patty Howell, Don Wall and Bonnie Wall who wish to thank …

  • FUNdraiser For The Playground

    Wednesday, May 29

    The Lions Club motto of "We Serve" was seen in action again as the Warsaw Lions became Diamond Patrons with their donation of $10,000 for the Playground Expansion and Restroom Plaza project in …

  • Meet The People Of Benton County - Gina Roth

    Wednesday, May 29

    NAME: Gina Roth BIRTHPLACE: Colorado Springs, Colorado FAMILY: Husband, Benjamin Domer; 3 daughters, Jessica and Lillianna Domer, Alexus Brown; 1 son, Gavin Roth FIRST JOB: Colorado …

  • Fristoe News

    Wednesday, May 29

    The Lord has blessed the Fristoe area with several nice rain showers this past week and the people who had garden produce growing had prayers answered. Dean Arnett has had two meals with fresh new …

  • B.P.O.E. Lodge #2783

    Wednesday, May 29

    Announcement: Our Lodge will be nonsmoking as of June 1, 2024. “Dining at the Lodge”: May 31, Burgers, Brats and Hot Dogs with side, 6:00 PM-7:00 PM, Burgers $7.00, Brats $7.00, …

  • Benton County Elks Lodge Supports American Legion Veterans Crisis Fund

    Wednesday, May 29

    OFFICERS from the Benton County Elks #2783 and The American Legion Post #217 were on hand for a $1000 donation made by the Elks to assist local veterans in need. These funds were made possible due to …

  • Chad Anthony Ashford

    Wednesday, May 29

    Chad Anthony "Shotgun" Ashford, 54, of Warsaw, MO, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. He was born on January 3, 1970 in Chillicothe, MO, the son of …

  • Dorothy Ellen Brown

    Wednesday, May 29

    Dorothy Ellen Brown, 96, of Cole Camp, passed away Thursday, May 23, 2024, at Good Samaritan Care Center, Cole Camp. She was born on February 5, 1928, on a farm north of Cole Camp near Cheese Creek, …

  • Ronald F. Howard

    Wednesday, May 29

    Ronald F. Howard, 81, also known as "Opie", of Perry Mo. passed away Friday, May 17, 2024 in Warsaw Mo. He was born February 18, 1943, in Moberly, Missouri to Francis J. Howard and Edith (Willsie) …

  • Church News

    Wednesday, May 29

    From The Pastor's Desk Who spoke John 3:16? In 1899, the first red-letter edition of the Bible was printed and released to the public. It was the idea of Louis Klopsch and approved by the …

  • MU Extension: Warm-Season Annual Forage Crops

    Wednesday, May 29

    Cool-season grass hay fields may not be producing the usual yields this year, so summer annual forage crops may be a reasonable alternative for some producers. Summer annuals can be effectively used …

  • Have I Got A Line For You!

    Wednesday, May 29

    There are all kinds of spooky items in the news. Cuban officials toured secure areas in the Miami airport. Cuba is on the list of state sponsors of terrorism. They’re also backed by Russia …

  • Financial Focus

    Wednesday, May 29

    If you own a business and you offer a 401(k) or similar retirement plan to your employees, you’ll want to stay current on the various changes affecting these types of accounts. And in 2024, you …

  • Word On The Street

    Wednesday, May 29

    If you could make a new ice cream flavor, what ingredients would you use? Dragonfruit. -Jessica Domer Black licorice. -Gabe Noland Kiwi. -Naomi Yoder

  • Benton County Sheriff's Report

    Wednesday, May 29

    Sheriff’s Report 5/20/24 to 5/26/24 April Geraldine Cronin of Warsaw, MO was arrested on 5-20-24 on a Benton County warrant for Assault X2. Bond is set at $1,000.00 cash or surety. Subject …

  • Accident Report

    Wednesday, May 29

    A man from Independence, Missouri, died in a two-vehicle crash in Benton County on Monday, May 27. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) crash report, the crash occurred as …

  • Sheriff's Dispatch

    Wednesday, May 29

    Hello Benton County, first I want to thank you for your unwavering support! It has been my honor to meet many of you at community events, fish fries, pie auctions and HOA meetings. Now that it is …

  • Bring On The Summer! Twin Lakes Area Hosts Big Crowds Over Holiday Weekend

    Wednesday, May 29

    Nearly perfect weather brought thousands of people to the twin lakes area during the three-day Memorial Day weekend. Osage Bluff Marina manager Jason Reynolds reported a great weekend. …

  • Patriotic Pups Strut Their Stuff During First Annual Dog Parade

    Wednesday, May 29

    Memorial Day weekend kicked off with talented canines when Stacey and Charlie McGann began the 1st Annual Dog Parade in Warsaw, which began at 10:00 am Saturday. It was sponsored by the Deer Rest …

  • Cole Camp's Class Of 2024 Builds Future With Scholarships & Awards

    Wednesday, May 29

    Cole Camp High School held graduation on May 10 with many seniors being awarded various scholarships to continue their education. Jerra Allen graduated Summa Cum Laude and received an A+ …

  • Activities Abound For Warsaw Alumni Reunion Weekend

    Wednesday, May 29

    There will be an abundance of activities for Warsaw Alumni to attend while in Warsaw for the 36th all-school reunion to be held on Saturday, June 8, 2024, at John Boise Middle School. Social …

  • May 30, 2024

    Wednesday, May 29