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    1950

Paris High School senior Taylor Ross, daughter of John and Vickie Ross, attended this year’s Missouri Girls State, held June 21-27, on the campus of the University of Central Missouri, in Warrensburg.
   “There were 766 girls from all over the state attending this year’s girls state,” said Ross. “We are then split into cities and counties.”
   American Legion Auxiliary member Judy Hollingsworth contacted the school and that is how I learned about this opportunity, explained Ross.
   Ross went on to describe how girls from all over the state come together to learn about how government works during their tenure at girls state.
   “I took a law class there,” noted Ross. ”There are many class choices but you can only attend one class during the week.”
   Her law class was worth two college credits.
   “I did not know I could get college credit while I was there,” said Ross.
   Ross described a busy week of meetings, classes, speakers (including Governor Jay Nixon, former Governor Bob Holden, United States Senator Clair McCaskill and Supreme Court Judge Mary Russell among others), a state fair, newspaper, banner parade, court and other activities.
   “We had to dress more formally when attending dinner and the flag lowering ceremony,” said Ross.
   Why should someone attend Missouri Girls State?
   “You’ll meet friends that you will have for a lifetime,” said Ross. “You get to experience government – hands on!”
   “Ladies of the American Legion Auxiliary are volunteers throughout the week,” said Ross. “They are the sweetest ladies – like we have extra grandmas.”
   “I want to thank Judy Hollingsworth and the American Legion Auxiliary members for giving me this opportunity,” noted Ross.
   Missouri Girls State (MGS) was first established in 1940 as one of 11 Girls State programs in the nation. The first session was held at William Woods University (then College), Fulton, in the summer of 1940 under the direction of Lutie Long Smith. There were 213 citizens in attendance the first year and Juanita Curry was elected Governor. The citizens were divided into 3 counties -- Scott, Price, and Barton; and there were six cities -– Pershing, Koontz, Boone, Crowder, Lewis, and Clark. MGS was located at William Woods for 17 sessions, with no sessions held in 1943 and 1945 due to war. Following a fire at the college in 1959, MGS transferred to Christian College, Columbia, in 1960. In 1961, the program moved to Stephens College, Columbia, due to the need for a larger facility. The program returned again to William Woods University in 1976, where it remained until 1998 when it moved to Central Missouri State University, Warrensburg (now University of Central Missouri).
   According to the American Legion Auxiliary, the purpose of Missouri Girls State is to promote pride in America and to create a mythical state that the citizens will govern at the city, county and state level. They have speakers who serve as leaders in Missouri government as well as hold important offices in local communities.   1949

The graduation ceremony for the Moberly Area Community College Law Enforcement Training Center Class 09-1 was held May 27 in the MACC Multipurpose Auditorium.
   MACC Dean of Career and Technical Education, Dr. Greg Mosier welcomed those in attendance to the ceremony. Ron Dulany, MACC Law Enforcement Training Center Director introduced distinguished guests. Jane Rabeni of the Boone County Fire District Pipes and Drums provided the traditional bagpipe performance. Captain Dale Schmidt, Commanding Officer for Troop F, Missouri State Highway Patrol, gave the commencement address. Additionally, William East, class president, addressed the graduates.
   The graduates were: Brandon William Adams (Monroe City), David Russell Anspach (Marceline), Bruce W. Bishop, Christopher Wallace Boyer (Kirksville), Bradley Nathan Broadwell (Novinger), Jason Allan Davis (Paris), William Joseph East (Hunnewell), Erik V. Fox, Jacob Scott Holloway (Moberly), Ryan Andrew Jacobs (Kirksville), Billy Ryan Kamp (Moberly), Douglas Bruce McGrath (Fulton), Robin Alan Mills (Kirksville), Richard Morrison (Salisbury), Tyler William Schmieg (St. Louis), Roger L. Smiley (Milan), Malcolm Wayne Smith (Slater), Jerry Nathaniel Stoebe (Moberly), Timothy A. Tanner (Mexico), Zachary Matthew Tuley (Quincey, IL), Lindsay Rae Wright (Moberly).
   The graduates receiving class awards were: Christopher Boyer and Jacob Holloway, Defensive Tactics; Christopher Boyer, Excellence in First Responder; Billy Kamp, Excellence in Marksmanship: Top Handgun; Billy Kamp, Excellence in Marksmanship: Overall Shooter; Richard Morrison, Excellence in Driving and Teamwork; Bradley Broadwell, Excellence in Report Writing; and Christopher Boyer, Highest Grade Point Average.
   Other certificates presented were: Class president- William East; Class Secretary- Lindsay Wright; Historian- Bradley Broadwell; Class Squad Leaders- Bruce Bishop, Richard Morrison, Jacob Holloway, Billy Kamp ; Class Equipment Officers- Jerry Stoebe, Zachary Tuley; Perfect Attendance- David Anspach, Bruce Bishop, Bradley Broadwell, Jason Davis, Richard Morrison, Malcolm Smith, Jerry Stoebe, Zachary Tuley, Lindsay Wright.
   Jerry Stoebe was the recipient of the Leon Egley and Jason Acton Memorial Scholarship. Timothy Tanner was the recipient of the David Gwin Memorial Scholarship
   All guests were invited to an informal reception immediately following the graduation ceremony.
   Cutline: (Top) Graduating LETC Class (l to r) Front row: Dorinda Dameron (Assistant to the Director), Timothy Tanner, Jacob Holloway, Ryan Jacobs, Tyler Schmieg, Robin Mills and (Gwin family member-Hillary Gwin) Row 2: (Acton family- Catherine Acton), Lindsey Wright, Bruce Bishop, Bradley Broadwell, William East, Roger Smiley, Billy Kamp (Gwin family – Hannah Gwin) Row 3: (Acton family-Linda Rena), (Egley family-Doreen Little), Malcolm Smith, Jason Davis, David Anspach, (Gwin family-Pat Gwin) Row 4: Eric Fox, Jerry Stoebe, Zachary Tuley, Douglas McGrath, Susan Brouk Row 5: Mark Nichols (Sheriff), Brandon Adams, Christopher Boyer, Richard Morrison, Dr. Greg Mosier. Back Row:(speaker) Dale Schmidt, Ron Dulany. (Bottom) Perfect attendance: Jason Davis, Malcolm Smith, David Anspach, Bruce Bishop, Zachary Tuley, Shane Morrison, Jerry Stoebe.   1952

Catie Nobis has fresh baked items and produce for sale at the Paris Farmer’s Market, held every Saturday, from 6:30 a.m. until noon. The market is sponsored by the Paris Area Chamber of Commerce and will continue to operate through mid October. The market has moved and can be found in the streets adjoining the Monroe County Courthouse.   1951

The Paris R-II Board of Education met in special session, on Tuesday, June 30, to set the 2008-09 budget to actual spending and approve the 2009-10 budget.
   Board President Laura Long called the meeting to order at 6:48 a.m. with all board members answering the roll call.
   The board members quickly approved the final bill payments and a half million-dollar transfer to Fund 2.
   After a short discussion the board members approved the budget to actual for 2008-09. Board member Kent Thomas presented a $7,000 check to the district from the baseball foundation that helped push what had been presented as a $3,000 shortfall into a budget that fell approximately $4,000 in the black (positive numbers).
   The board members discussed the actual 2008-09 budget and Board President Long noted that the final numbers showed a 20 percent surplus, which falls into the acceptable level for DESE (Department of Elementary and Secondary Education).
   District Superintendent Nancy Henke presented the completed 2009-10 budget.
   The budget listed total estimated receipts of $4,730,794.39 and total estimated expenditures of $4,833,025.6.
   “Counting bond monies this is a balanced budget,” said Superintendent Henke.
   “We do the best guess we can (when creating a budget) at this point,” said Superintendent Henke noting that without final federal and state dollar numbers the budget is a best guess.
   “We do know that these changes helped make this budget happen,” said Superintendent Henke referring to the following cuts made this past school year.
   Elimination of the junior high school principal position (assigning Special Education and A+ duties to other district employees) - $60,000.
   Elimination of the high school and junior high Family and Consumer Science program - $32,400.
   Elimination of the high school ISS (in school suspension) program - $27,500.
   One custodial position not filled - $11,828.
   One bus driver position was filled by the current transportation director - $9,524.
   Total budget changes - $170,002.
   Additional expenses due to staffing changes include:
   An additional stipend for the high school principal for addition of junior high principal - $2,000.
   An additional stipend for the elementary principal for additional Special Education duties - $6,000.
   A change in counseling position to include one full time counselor and one half time A+ director - $5,600.
   An additional allotment for a substitute teacher to cover ISS students - $11,000.
   Salary increases for all staff members; teachers receive one step on the salary schedule $300 and movement across to cover additional graduate hours, and a .98 percent increase for other employees - $22,000 (it was noted that increased costs for teacher movement on the salary schedule are unknown).
   Additional changes could also include raising the capon insurance an additional $29 per month per employee. The approximate cost to the district will be an additional $22,000.
   Remaining $33,000 of bond monies will be used to upgrade intercom, replace awning and if possible change doors.
   No major upgrades to the facilities will be made this year.
   No bus purchases will be made this year.
   Budget changes due to these factors are approximately $50,000
   Superintendent Henke noted that some other major concerns include the reduction of Prop C monies (approximately $60,000) and relatively flat funding from the state.
   “This budget is a projection of anticipated costs and revenues, which through careful execution will provide the support necessary to promote higher levels of learning for our students, professional satisfaction for faculty and staff, and provide the community of Paris with an educational system it can look to with pride,” said Superintendent Henke in her budget summary.
   After a short discussion the board members approved the 2009-10 budget.
   “This is a good place to start with,” said Board President Long. “If we are in a good place budget wise then we can re-visit our bus situation.”
   President Long explained that the board members are staying on track with keeping the budget in line as witnessed by the ease of closing out 2008-09. The board members make budget amendments as needed.
   The board members heard reports on the Paris student activities. Secondary Principal Tracy Bottoms reported on Athletics and Ag Resale. Principal Bottoms noted that the athletic budget has been frozen and they have downscaled uniform purchases. The board members asked that Principal Bottoms break down the athletic budget to reflect numbers for junior high, junior varsity and varsity sports. The board members also decided to zero out $3,800 in Ag Resale so that the current advisors were not saddled with former debt.
   Principal Terri Udelhoven presented the elementary student activity report.
   “The account is in good shape,” said Principal Udelhoven. “What goes in goes out.”
   The report featured fiscal efforts in book fairs, vending machines, PYSA donations, health fair, box tops, after school tutoring, MAP test incentives and yearbook.
   Principal Udelhoven also reported on Summer School. She noted that attendance was 101.55 average and that the students took field trips in golf, fishing and bowling.
   She suggested some ways to improve the program next year including keeping the students in their same grade level to help teacher recognition with their students.
   With no further business, after an approved closed session, the board members adjourned at 7:48 a.m.
      1953

Paris will hold their yearly fireworks display on Saturday, July 4, at dusk. In case of a rain out, the makeup day will be Sunday, July 5, also at dusk. Again this year the event will be held at the Paris Fairgrounds.
   This year’s fireworks will be detonated by former Monroe County Sheriff Gary Tawney and members of the Monroe County Sheriff’s Department.
   Fireworks can continue to be shot off for three days following July 4, from the hours of 10 a.m. until 10 p.m.
   The Sheriff’s Department warns that fireworks should be properly handled and safety precautions used to help prevent injuries.
   To be safe this Fourth of July, the Monroe County Sheriff’s Department and the National Council on Fireworks Safety offer the following safety tips:
   •Always read and follow label directions.
   •Have an adult present.
   •Buy from reliable sellers.
   •Use outdoors only.
   •Always have water handy (a garden hose and a bucket).
   •Never experiment or make your own fireworks.
   •Light only one firework at a time.
   •Never re-light a “dud” firework (wait 15 to 20 minutes and then soak it in a bucket of water).
   •Never give fireworks to small children.
   •If necessary, store fireworks in a cool, dry place.
   •Dispose of fireworks properly by soaking them in water and then disposing of them in your trash can.
   •Never throw or point fireworks at other people.
   •Never carry fireworks in your pocket.
   •Never shoot fireworks in metal or glass containers.
   •The shooter should always wear eye protection and never have any part of the body over the firework.
   •Stay away from illegal explosives.   1954

The Missouri State Water Patrol conducted five sobriety check points throughout the state over this past weekend, June 26 – 28. These check points were in conjunction with a nationwide campaign, “Operation Dry Water,” that 49 other states and U.S. territories participated in. The goal of the campaign is to raise awareness of and to decrease the incidence of intoxicated operation of vessels. Check points were conducted at Lake of the Ozarks, Table Rock Lake, Mark Twain Lake, Pomme De Terre Lake and Smithville Lake.
   There were 343 boats stopped at these check points. Seventeen arrests for boating while intoxicated were made. Seventeen other citations were issued for equipment violations and 62 warnings were issued.   1955

If you travel Missouri highways and ever dreamed of being a “roadie,” now is your chance! Drivers need to keep their eyes on the road, not only for safety purposes, but also because you can alert MoDOT if you see something that needs to be fixed or just have a question. For example, you are driving along and notice a lot of mud on the highway or a large crack or pothole in the road. As soon as you are able, please call our toll-free phone number immediately! It’s 1-888 ASK MODOT.
   Since MoDOT travels our highways frequently, we notice a lot of issues that need to be addressed. Yet, there are 100,000 drivers in northeast Missouri on any given day. We ask that you become a “roadie” and let us know if there is something that needs our attention.
   MoDOT is busy working on many roads and bridges, so in your role as a “roadie,” please consider rating our work zones online at modot.org. All safe driving roadies focus on patience and paying attention. We appreciate your input and comments about our transportation system and encourage you to take the role of being a Missouri “roadie” seriously. To comment click here 1956

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