Marsha Ann Cook, age 66, passed away on Tuesday, May 25th, 2021 at her home in Clinton, Missouri. The family will receive friends from 5:00 - 7:00 PM on Friday, May 28th, 2021 at Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, Missouri.
Funeral service will be held 11:00 AM on Saturday, May 29th, 2021 at the funeral home. Burial will be in Englewood Cemetery, Clinton, Missouri.
Memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, Relay for Life and may be left in care of the funeral home. Fond memories and condolences can be left online at www.vansant-millsfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Vansant-Mills Funeral Home in Clinton, Missouri.
James “Jim” Robert Swoger, age 76, of Peculiar, Missouri, passed away on Monday, May 24, 2021 at Menorah Medical Century in Overland Park, Kansas.
The family will be holding a private celebration of life.
Jim was born in Kansas City, Missouri on May 11, 1945 to James Swoger and Elsie E. (Gregory) Swoger. Jim graduated from Raytown High School and went on to further his education in various areas. He worked for many years at Western Electric in production. In life Jim absolutely loved animals. He would raise all kinds on his farm. Jim loved cars, motorcycles, and was a hardworking man dedicated completely to his family.
Jim was preceded in death by his loving wife of forty-one years, Mary Elizabeth Swoger; parents, James and Elsie Swoger; daughter, Debra Lynn Benus; and sister Darlene Swoger.
He is survived by his brother, Pat Swoger (Yolanda); daughter, Lisa Jenkins (Keith); son, Timothy Beerbaur; and several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
On May 25th around 2:45 p.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Greene County responded to a head on crash on Route N around 3 miles north of Republic.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 2014 southbound Kenworth driven by 32 year old Charles Medlin of Republic crossed the center line of traffic and struck the 2002 Buick LeSabre driven by 43 year old Joseph L. Bailey of Sheldon, Missouri head on.
Mr. Bailey was pronounced dead around 5:30 p.m. at Cox-South Hospital in Springfield. Funeral arrangements are currently pending at this time. Mr. Medlin sustained moderate injuries and was transported to Cox-South Hospital in Springfield for treatment.
This is Troop D of the Missouri State Highway Patrol's 45th Fatality accident of the year 2021.
The 29th Annual Montrose Festival will be Memorial Weekend, May 28-30, 2021. They will be celebrating Montrose’s deep history and traditions throughout the weekend. Nothing highlights that more than their theme, “150 Years of Cheers, Tears & Beers!” Friday evening will be the Old Timers baseball games at the park as well as the Kids Color Run at 7:15 p.m., Adult Color Run at 8:00 p.m. and Montrose Mile at 9:00 p.m. (no ATV’s are allowed during the Color Run, only authorized golf carts). Saturday will start with a baking contest at the VFW 9:00 a.m. and 10:00judging. The 17th annual car show begins at 9:00 a.m. with a DJ provided, bake sale at 9:00 a.m.in the community building, vendors and crafters and Museum open at 9:00 a.m. Diaper Derby (0-18 mos.) at 9:00 a.m. and toddler swimsuit (19 mos-5 yrs.) following the diaper derby. There will be a $2.00 participation fee. Bingo will be held 10:00 – noon and a pictorial stamp cancellation 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. For the kids, Sprinkles the clown will be back, as well as bounce houses, corn boxes, pony rides, petting zoo, train rides, Ted E. Bear Toy Factory and kids games. Beard and mustache contest at noon. Knights of Columbus will ice cream all day. The announcement of this year's Home Town Hero is at 12:30. Children’s parade starts at 12:45 p.m. and the grand parade begins at 1:00 p.m. with registration at the Montrose High School 10:00 – 12:30. Following the parade, will the annual Fried Chicken Dinner 2:00 – 7:00 p.m. a pie and wine auction at 2:00, wine tasting 3:00-7:00 and VFW #8820 beer stand 2:00 p.m. Corn Hole tournament at 3:30 p.m. For your evening pleasure, “Members Only Band” from Springfield, will entertain 9:00 p.m.-midnight. Fireworks display at 10:00. On Sunday, softball starts at noon. There will be beer olympics at 5:00 p.m., along with eveningentertainment. Contact information: General info and home town hero - Misty at 660-693-4761, Baby Show - Connie at 492-9439, Color Run, Montrose Mile and softball, - Amber at 660-492-0523, Old Timer’s Baseball - Andy at 660-492-0205, Car Show - Kaleb at 660-693-4580 or Jacob Boehler at 660-351-2546 and Baking Contest, call Mary 816-674-1931, Royalty Contest – Amy at 660-492-7044 and Pie & Wine Auction – Charlotte at 816-521-9286.. For updates for events, go their facebook page at "Montrose Missouri Festival".
The ACHS Senior Class panels for special anniversary years are available for viewing at the Farm House Restaurant. Featured classes are 50 year-1971; 60 year-1961, 65 year-1956, and 70 year-1957. The Appleton City Museum provides these each year for viewing and the Farm House Restaurant graciously allows the panels there for their customers to enjoy.
The Appleton City Fair/Sesquicentennial will be held Thursday-Sunday, August 12-15. Most previous events are in the planning and a tentative schedule will be released. A new carnival was able to be secured. The original carnival was cancelled due to the death of the owner. Start making your SQC outfits. One major change is the parade will be late Saturday afternoon.
SQC Committee is looking for pictures of all AC Mayors, preferably at the time they served. Pictures may be left at City Hall.
The Appleton City Public Library is seeking assistance with teachers for their Summer Reading Program. The program will take place on Tuesdays in June (June 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29) as well as Tuesday, July 6, from 11:00 a.m.-noon. The teacher would need to read a couple books with the children as well as assist them in completing a corresponding activity. All materials will be provided. If interested, please call the library at (660) 476-5513 during their normal business hours or e-mail acmolibrary@gmail.com
Free private tennis lessons are offered to all current or former players and anyone who want to improve their technique or strategies or first time players. People of almost any age and skills can learn to play tennis. Lessons are held at the tennis courts at Donnohue-Dugan Park starting the week of May 24. Rackets and balls will be provided. To set up appointments for your private lessons or if you have questions, call Dennis Dunham at 476-2151 or 476-5514 or Tommy Payton at 816-863-6624. Open tennis is every day 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tennis is exercise that is fun!
Farmhouse Kitchen and Sumos Pub will be closed Tuesday, June 1.
Appleton City Second June Saturdays will be held on Main Street Saturday, June 12, 2021 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. There will also be a BBQ contest during this event. If you’re interested in competing, contact Katie Hearting at 660-492-3571. For more information, or if you are interested in being a vendor, please message them at https://www.facebook.com/Appleton-City-Second-Saturdays-2227394524191263
The Knights of Columbus will resume their monthly pancake and sausage breakfast at the Knight’s Hall in Montrose on Sunday, June 13 from 8:30 – 10:00 a.m. Treat your family to a hot breakfast you don’t have to cook or clean up. A free will donation will be greatly appreciated
The Yellow Rosebud Cemetery Project at the AC Cemetery will again need volunteers Wednesday, June 2, at 9:00 a.m. or rain date of Thursday June 3, 9:00 a.m. to pick up the rosebuds. To support, volunteer or for further information, please contact City Hall at 660-476-2631, Donald Yoss 660-492-7218 or Dean Ellis 417-844-5344.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
May 28-30 29th Annual Montrose Festival
May 29 ACHS Alumni meeting 11:30 a.m. (Reservation only)
May 31 Memorial Day Holiday
June 2 Pick up yellow roses at the AC Cemetery 9:00 a.m.
(Miami R-1) Voters in the City of Amoret, City of Amsterdam, Homer, Charlotte, West Point, and Elkhart Townships will now vote at the Miami R-1 School, 7638 NW State Route J, Amoret in the AMORET/AMSTERDAM PRECINCT
If you have any questions, please contact the office at 660-679-3371.
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Marlene, Megan, and Jennifer
“I took the ticket back into the store and I asked the lady working if she could scan it,” Brannan said. “She told me she didn’t even have to scan it to know I had won because the numbers matched. It was just so unbelievable!”
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In FY20, players in Vernon County won more than $3.5 million in Missouri Lottery prizes, retailers received more than $325,000 in commissions and bonuses, and more than $425,000 in Lottery proceeds went to education programs in the county.
All Missouri Lottery offices are open – by appointment only – for claims of $600 or more. Winning tickets may also be claimed by mail.
