Your World Today – Friday, December 18, 2015
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NEWS: Friday, December 18, 2015
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The Dent County Commissioners held their regular meeting Thursday morning in the Dent County Courthouse. In the road report, District I Commissioner Dennis Purcell said that grading would be done on Dent County Roads 2430 and 5600, while chip and seal repair would occur at various locations. He went on to say that on Tuesday he attended the South Central Missouri Community Action Agency in Winona and that the agency has funds available for utility assistance, home repairs and weatherization. For information contact Sarah Givens at (573) 729-3500, extension 10. Purcell noted that on Wednesday he attended the Meramec Regional Development Corporation meeting and that the Corporation is facilitating loans through local banks, plus SBA 504 loans are available. Information can be obtained by calling Maria Bancroft at (573) 265-2993. District II Commissioner Gary Larson reported that grading was being done on Dent County Roads 4283 and 2500, a man was cutting brush on county road 2083, and that materials would be added to county road 3300. He added that work was continuing on the chain replacement on a spreader box. Presiding Commissioner DarrellSkiles commented the county office holders have done a good job staying within or under budget for the year. However, next year has the potential to be a much more difficult year fiscally as the county has a major trial coming up, several elections, and probably an update of the 911 system equipment. Dent County Clerk Angie Curley reported that bills were being reviewed and would be paid, while office holders are continuing to complete and turn in their budgets. Jack Todd of Victor Furnace was in to continue the discussion of the heating issues in the Courthouse. Bids were opened for a 1999 and newer used pup trailer. The only bid received was from Montgomery Sales of Montgomery City, Missouri for $14,500. Commissioner Purcell said that he doesn’t want the super single tire arrangement on the trailer that was bid and would prefer a dual wheel setup. The Commission will check with Montgomery Sales about possibly changing the axles to duals or will re-bid for a pup trailer meeting that specification. Sheriff Rick Stallings and Deputy Justin Roderman were in to update the Commissioners on what they had learned about the 911 equipment since the service agreement with CenturyLink has expired and will not be renewed because the equipment is essentially obsolete and un-repairable. It was estimated that the equipment is 20 to 25 years old. Deputy Roderman said that he was still in the process of obtaining information. The Commissioners agreed that they would like for a CenturyLink engineer to attend a meeting and provide information. The next meeting of the Commissioners will be Monday morning at 9:00 in the Courthouse and the meeting is open to the public.
The Salem Initiative will be hosting a Holiday Social Event this Saturday evening at 7:00 at the Spring Creek Golf Club. This is an open invitation to anyone interested in improving the future of Salem and the surrounding area. It will be an opportunity to meet other like-minded people and discuss positive ideas for the area's future, as well as celebrate the holiday season. This will be an informal, fun-filled social event serving to further connect people in the community. There will be no cost to attend. RSVPs are requested but not required. If you have any questions or would like to RSVP, please contact the Initiative by emailing info@thesaleminitiative.com.
You have just a few more days to check out the 2015 Trees & Trains 10th Anniversary exhibit at the Ozark Natural and Cultural Resource Center. The exhibit will be open through 2:00 on Christmas Eve and admission is free. You’ll see an impressive collection of beautiful & uniquely decorated trees and enjoy the model train displays. Don’t forget! Santa will be in his workshop this Saturday from noon until 5:00.
SPORTS [TOP]
Dillon Smith’s steal and layup with 14 seconds left in overtime was the difference as the Licking Wildcats won the Cat Classic in Salem, 56-54. Nathan Wilson had 22 points while Smith added 19 more for Licking. For Salem, Kobe Mead had 31 points followed by Antonio Quick with 17. Salem is now 4-3 on the year.
Vladimir Tarasenko’s power play goal with 5:20 left in the game proved to be the winner as the St. Louis Blues came from behind and beat Nashville, 2-1. The Blues other goal was scored by David Backes. St. Louis will host Calgary Saturday afternoon at 1:30 on KSMO.
St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina will have his left thumb in a cast for four to five weeks after having a second surgery to repair a ligament, the team announced Wednesday. After Molina's first surgery, his projected return was sometime during spring training. The Cardinals recently added catcher Brayan Pena for insurance as Molina's backup.
The Missouri Tigers will be at North Carolina State Saturday at 4:30. You can hear the game on KSMO. Missouri is 5-4 on the year.
Tavon Austin scored twice, Todd Gurley topped 1,000 yards rushing and the Rams beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 31-23 on Thursday night in what could be the franchise's final game in St. Louis. The 31st-ranked offense had an inspired effort in front of another half-filled but spirited Edward Jones Dome crowd, rolling to a 21-3 halftime lead behind two touchdown passes by Case Keenum.
The Kansas City Chiefs will be at Baltimore Sunday. The Chiefs have won seven games in a row.
OBITUARIES [TOP]
Funeral services for Jewell Young Medley of Salem, age 88, will be held today at 12:00 noon at the Grace Community Church. Visitation will be from 11:00 until time of service. Interment will be in the North Lawn Cemetery. All the funeral arrangements are under the direction of the James and Gahr Mortuary of Salem.
Funeral services for Joan Inman Humphrey of Salem, age 60, will be held today at 12:00 noon at the Wilson Mortuary in Salem. Visitation will be from 10:00 until service time. Interment will be in the Dry Fork Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Dry Fork Cemetery.
Funeral services for Dosia Ailene (Dotson) Stricklin, age 78, will be held today at 1:00 at the Boss Assembly of God Church with visitation from 9:00 until service time Friday. Interment will be in the Dotson Cemetery in Bixby. Memorials are suggested to the Dosia Stricklin Trust. All arrangements are under the direction of the Dent County Memorial Chapel.
Funeral services for Vonica Estelle McGrath of Salem, age 50, will be held Monday at 12:00 at the Wilson Mortuary in Salem. Visitation will be from 10:00 until service time. Interment will be in the Bunker Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the family of Vonica McGrath.
Memorial services for John “Jack” Isaac McCracken, of Salem, age 77, will be held and the time will be announced. In lieu of flowers cares and letters for the family can be mailed to the New Harmony Church in Salem. Cremation services are under the direction of the Rolla Cremation and Memorial.
Funeral services for Lelia Jenelle (Polk) Pace Smith Cage, age 94, were held Sunday at 2:00 at the Dent County Memorial Chapel. Visitation was held from 12:30 until service time. Interment was in the Polk Cemetery in Reynolds County. Memorials may be made to the Polk Cemetery.
WEATHER [TOP]
Today..Sunny, high of 40.
Friday night..Clear, low of 27.
Saturday..Mostly sunny, high of 50.
Saturday night..Clear, low of 36.
Sunday.. Sunny, high near 53.
Sunday night..Cloudy with a 40% chance for rain, low of 44. Monday.. Cloudy with a chance for rain, high of 55.
