What's Up LeRoy Cook

 What's Up

by LeRoy Cook

 

7-7-2025

 

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As with most holiday weekends, flying weather had its moments over the Independence Day break. Rain showers could pop up anytime in the unstable air, and they did—not all bad, firefighters would agree. Anyway, before the frontal disturbance came through there was considerable flying done.

 

Among rhe week’s visitors were a Piper Warrior, a Cirrus SR-type and a Cessna Skylane, plus a Tecnam trainer from Olathe. Randy Shannon hopped over from Drexel in his Zenith CH-750SD. Locally, Randy and Betti Miller took the club Skyhawk out, then I flew it up to Pleasant Hill, and I also exercised the old 1946 Aeronca Champ. Instructor Delaney Rindall reports 15 hours of flight training done this past week.

 

Upcoming this weekend is the big Tarkio, MO airshow, up in the northwest corner of the state. Congressman Sam Graves and his friends always put on an impressive celebration of aviation. The NOTAM is effective at 5:30 Friday afternoon and stays on through Saturday; check for field closing times.

 

A 19-year-old “influencer” got himself in hot water this week while attempting to fly to all seven continents. Wanting to collect clicks for his podcast, the young American departed on a flight plan out of Punta Arenas, Chile, but took an unauthorized side trip to land at Chile’s base in Antarctica, which is forbidden. He’s cooling his heels in a Chilean jail for his stunt.

 

The U.S. Air Force is attempting to retire all of its A-10 “Warthog” Thunderbolt II tank-killer airplanes next year, allocating $57 million to “decommission” all 162 of them. That equates to about a third of a million to put each A-10 out to pasture, with their ground-support role being assumed, in a very expensive and less capable manner, by F-15 and F-35 jet fighters. Nothing else does what the old flying dump truck does.

 

Yet again, an expedition is being mounted to locate Amelia Earhart’s Lockheed Electra, lost in 1937 while she was making her last publicity-seeking flight, a trip around the world. Her disappearance in the vast Pacific has been the subject to much speculation over nine decades. Now, a bunch says they’ve located something that could be her plane via satellite imagery near the island of Nikumaroro. They’ll be going looking for it next year. We’ll await results with breathless anticipation, one more time.

 

The question from last week’s column was “what planes were built at the dual-purpose Fairfax car plant in the 1950s?” Not to be confused with the B-25 bombers built there during World War II, they were Republic F-84F jet fighters, assembled on the ground floor while Buick-Oldsmobile-Pontiac cars were built on the upper deck. For next time, all runways served by an instrument approach are required to have a set of white threshold stripes painted on them. How many are in each set at Butler airport? You can send your answers to [email protected].

 

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Wilma Walley, 93 of Amsterdam

 

Wilma Walley, 93 of Amsterdam, Missouri passed away Saturday, July 5, 2025 at her home in Amsterdam.  A visitation will be held from 10:00 am to 11:00 am Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel Chapel (816-657-4400).  Funeral services will follow at 11:00 am Wednesday, also at the chapel.  Burial will take place in Scott Cemetery, Amsterdam, MO.  Memorial contributions may be made in Wilma's memory to Scott Cemetery.  Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

 

Wilma was born on September 20, 1931, at the Champlin home North of Vinton Ford, Bates County, Missouri to F. Dean Champlin and Thelma I. Erickson Champlin. She graduated Salutatorian from Drexel High School on May 12, 1949. Wilma married C. Dowane Walley, Jr. On February 27, 1950. In 1996 Wilma received the 4-H Ruby Clover Award with 30 years of service. She worked for Bass Buster Lures in Amsterdam for 20 years, and was a faithful member of the Amsterdam Baptist Church.

Wilma was preceded in death by her parents, stillborn son Douglas, husband Dowane Walley in 1986, son David Walley in 2018, granddaughter Marcie West in 2020, dear friend Deanie Jackson in 2019, two sisters Juanita Dyer and Opal Taylor, and one brother Dale Champlin.

 

Wilma is survived by daughters, Frances I. Walley-Brown of Harrisonville, MO. and Peggy Walley of Amsterdam, MO., daughter-In-law Carroll A. Walley, grandson Jeff & Shannon Kash and Jackson

granddaughter Kim & Mike Jones and their children, Kyle, Madison, and Isabelle, granddaughter Lori & Patrick Harriman and their children, Morgan, Stanley and Taylor, grandson-In-law Grant West and children, Colin, Ethan and Khloe, granddaughter Tamar & Marc Jackson and children, Kirk and Klyde, step-grandson Jimmy & Kim McLay and family, step-granddaughter Michelle & Bobby Brewer and family, twin Sister Vena Purkey, sisters Ellen Hartman and Patricia Highfill, and brothers Stephen Champlin and Martin Champlin

 

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Chuck Lawrence, 82 of Cleveland, Missouri

 

 

Chuck Lawrence, 82 of Cleveland, Missouri passed away July 2, 2025 at Overland Park Regional Hospital in Overland Park, Kansas.  A visitation will be held from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Saturday, July 12, 2025 at the First Baptist Church of Stilwell, 19950 Broadmoor Ln, Stilwell, KS 66085.  Memorial services will follow at 12:30 pm Saturday, July 12^th, also at the church.  Services under the direction of Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel Chapel (816-657-4400).  In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to the USD 368 Endowment. Checks can be made out to USD #368 Endowment Association or by clicking on the following link: http://bit.ly/Endowment-Donations.  Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

 

Charles (Chuck) LeRoy Lawrence was born Oct. 2. 1942 in Kansas City, MO. He was the fifth child and only son born to Ethel and Otis Lawrence. This meant he was spoiled rotten and constantly fussed over by his ever-adoring sisters.

He and his family moved to Stilwell, Kansas in 1955. Here his love for country life and athletics emerged, and he spent time riding horses and playing football, basketball, and baseball. Chuck graduated from Stilwell High School in 1960. A scholarship took him to Ft. Scott Community College for football and basketball, but homesickness brought him back home. His cure for that was to join the US Army. He was shipped to Germany after basic training where he spent his days as a clerk typist in the 79th HQ company.

 

Upon discharge, he married Rita Boehm, and with her established a home in Hillsdale with their sons Greg and Keith. He and his second wife, Marilyn Slawson, and their daughters, Heather and Lacy, lived in Stilwell. His cowboy lifestyle is probably part of the reason he was too independent for marriage. He never enjoyed sitting still and staying in, and even in the last weeks of his life, he could be found golfing with friends and attending softball games of his youngest grandchild.

 

Chuck worked as a carpenter, a car salesman, a courier, and found his greatest success in collections. His true calling was in managing people, and he loved his employees like family. After he retired, he even did a stint as an Uber driver.

He loved going to Arizona during the winters, but eventually moved back to Stilwell to live with his sister Barb and her husband, Chuck. This put him in closer proximity to the grandkids and their sporting activities. He spent a lot of his time coaching and critiquing from a bleacher seat or folding chair.

 

Chuck lived life big. He loved life, and he loved people. He couldn’t resist a deal, even if that deal was slightly questionable, and he loved a good bet. He’d give the shirt right off his back and the $100 bills in his wallet to anyone who needed them, including his mom when aunt Bobby wasn’t looking.

 

Chuck was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Shirley, Maxine and Geraldine (Tutty) and son Keith. He is survived by his sisters Barbara and Sue, son Greg Lawrence, daughter Heather Lawrence-Kauk (Mike), daughter Lacy Ohlmeier (Curt), grandchildren Chaz and Casin Lawrence, Maggie, Carter, Stella, and Delaney Kauk, Josie (Cody Gabriel) and Lucas Cummings, Rebecka Jensen (Michael) and Blake Ohlmeier, great-grandsons Bridger and Lawson Jensen, and many nieces and nephews.

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Community Meeting Results / Revision

 Stronger Together: What BCMH Learned from Its Summer Community Talks 

 
Hospital leaders share insights from four town meetings across Bates County and announce an upcoming event in Amsterdam 

This summer, Bates County Memorial Hospital (BCMH) held a series of community talks across the county to connect with residents face to face. CEO Greg Weaver and members of the leadership team traveled to Adrian, Rich Hill, Butler, and Hume to share updates and hear directly from community members about their healthcare concerns, questions, and priorities. 

“We appreciated the honest conversations,” said BCMH CEO Greg Weaver. “People showed up with important questions about their healthcare access, hospital stability, and what services we offer, and we were glad to listen.” 

Community Feedback Shaped the Conversation 

From all four meetings, one theme rang loud and clear: many residents were not fully aware of the wide range of services available at their local hospital. Attendees asked about everything from imaging and surgery to mental health and financial stability, and hospital leaders welcomed the opportunity to discuss these topics openly. 

“We heard thoughtful questions about how a rural hospital operates and how we’re planning for the future,” said Weaver. “It was a valuable opportunity to talk honestly about what’s going well, and where we are facing real challenges – such as government regulations and insurance reimbursements.” 

The hospital shared several ongoing efforts, such as grant funding to support EMS and new lab equipment, as well as legislative efforts to improve local healthcare funding options in the future. 

Next Steps: More Conversations Ahead 

As a result of the strong engagement from the June events, BCMH has scheduled another community meeting for the Amsterdam-Amoret area: 

Amsterdam Area Community Talk 
Tuesday, August 5 at 6:00 p.m. 
Amsterdam Community Center 
Amsterdam, Mo. 
Residents of Amsterdam, Amoret, Virginia and nearby areas are invited to attend. 

Staying Connected  

BCMH also announced plans to launch a Patient and Family Advisory Council this fall. Community members who wish to be more involved in sharing ideas, concerns, or feedback can learn more at upcoming events or by visiting the hospital’s website.  

Community members are also encouraged to participate in the hospital’s Community Health Needs Assessment by taking a brief online survey. This is an important way to help shape healthcare priorities for the coming years. Take the survey at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BatesCoMO_CHNA_2025 

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City of ARchie

 

Alert from City of Archie: Park Maintenance & Weed Control Spraying

Date: Jul 07, 2025

The Parks Department will be spraying weeds at Hodges Park, North Main Park, and the Little League ballfields off Butcher Road, on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, weather permitting.  The playground equipment will be closed on Wednesday, 7/9, at 8:00am and will reopen again on Friday, 7/11, at 8:00am.  This will allow the spray to work and dry up before anyone gets back on the equipment.  Thank you for your patience as we strive to make the playground area better for the community.

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Edward “Ed” Eugene Ortstadt, age 86 of Adrian

Funeral services for Edward "Ed" Eugene Ortstadt of Adrian, Missouri will be 10 a.m. Thursday, July 10, 2025 at the Adrian United Methodist Church in Adrian.  Visitation will be from 5 - 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 9 at the Adrian United Methodist Church.  Burial in Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian.  Contributions to Adrian United Methodist Church or Adrian Lions Club.  Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Edward “Ed” Eugene Ortstadt, age 86 of Adrian, Missouri died Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at Baptist Homes in Adrian.  He was born February 19, 1939 to Arthur Leon Ortstadt Sr. and Ruth Ann Bruner Ortstadt in Kansas City, Kansas.

Edward is survived by his wife, Patti Ortstadt of Adrian, Missouri; four daughters, Jacque Underwood and husband Mike of Adrian, Missouri, Cyndee Byous of Eureka, Missouri, Debra Smith and husband Chuck of Presque Isle, Michigan and Susan McMillan and husband David of Adrian, Missouri; 12 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.

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Burglary, Pursuit, And Arrest In Cass County

On 07-02-25, just after 5 a.m., officers were dispatched to a residence in the 900 block of East Pearl St for a burglary in progress. The 911 caller advised someone had entered their residence and then left. The suspect stole the neighbor's vehicle and drove away from the area. Harrisonville officers intercepted the stolen vehicle and a pursuit ensued. Tire deflation devices were successfully deployed, and the vehicle was stopped with the assistance of the Cass County Sheriffs Office near Cass Regional Medical Center.

Officers took 32-year-old Kert Russell Hatfield of Garden City into custody at that time.

Hatfield has been charged with 1st Degree Burglary (Felony), 1st Degree Tampering with a Motor Vehicle (Felony), Stealing a Motor Vehicle (Felony), Aggravated Fleeing (Felony), Resisting with Arrest for a Felony (Felony), and Criminal Mischief (Misdemeanor).

Hatfield is currently being held at the Cass County Jail with no bond allowed.

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Curry Joseph “Joe” Massey, 41, of Yukon, Oklahoma (formerly of Butler)

 Curry Joseph “Joe” Massey, 41, of Yukon, Oklahoma, passed away June 30th 2025. A visitation will be held Sunday, July 6^th, 2025 from 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm at Mullinax Funeral Home, Butler (660-679-0009).  Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 am, Monday, July 7^th, 2025 at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Butler, MO.  In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made in Joe’s memory to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Kansas City.  Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

 Joe was born on June 16, 1984, at St. Joseph Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri.  He lived a life full of passion, humor, and deep-rooted values. Joe grew up in Butler, Missouri, where he developed a love for the outdoors early in life. Whether it was deer or coon hunting, fishing, showing cattle through 4-H and FFA, or just being outside, Joe was in his element.

 He graduated from Butler High School in 2003, where he was a proud member of the baseball, football, and basketball teams. He thrived in team settings, cherishing the camaraderie and connection that came with shared goals and locker room laughs.

His passion for agriculture and livestock judging led him to Hutchinson Community College, where he competed on the livestock judging team. That path brought him to Oklahoma State University—an experience that not only solidified his love for agriculture but also ignited a lifelong devotion to the OSU Cowboys. He earned his degree in Animal Science from OSU and remained a proud Cowboy fan for the rest of his life. After graduation, Joe began his professional career with the United States Department of Agriculture, working as a cattle market news reporter. His career took him to Lancaster, Pennsylvania, then Springfield, Illinois, before he eventually made his way to Amarillo, Texas. From there, he landed his dream job at the Oklahoma National Stockyards in Oklahoma City—a role he loved and truly excelled in. Joe had a larger-than-life personality and could tell a story better than just about anyone—whether the tale was completely true or had just a touch of exaggeration for dramatic effect. He had a genuine gift for conversation and never hesitated to pick up the phone for a long chat.

Joe loved to travel and was fortunate to experience the beauty and culture of Ireland, Greece, and Italy. He also enjoyed golfing with friends, cheering on the OSU Cowboys, and spending time with the people he loved.

 He is survived by his parents, Curry and Linda Massey; his sisters, Leslie Hedrick (Joe) and Maggie Massey; his beloved nephews, Alden and Henry Hedrick; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and dear friends who will miss him dearly. He was preceded in death by his grandparents and one very special uncle.

 Joe's vibrant spirit, warm heart, and unforgettable stories will live on in all those who were lucky enough to know and love him. He leaves behind a legacy of laughter, loyalty, and love.

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Amsterdam Jubilee T-Shirt Sponsor Bidding

 The Amsterdam Jubilee is set for September 27^th. ! You or your business can be the main sponsor for the 2025 Jubilee t-shirt.

 Bidding opens on June 27, 2025, and closes on August 1, 2025. The starting bid is 500.00.

If you can't be the main sponsor but still want to see your name/business in print, you still can.

 Amsterdam Jubilee T-Shirt sponsor spots are available to purchase for 30.00, and the committee will be selling them until August 1, 2025.

 Contact Rob Vunovich 660 200 6027.

 

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Fugitive Steven Michael Cope Jr. Arrested in Raytown Following Multi-Agency Effort

After months of investigation and coordination, authorities have successfully apprehended Steven Michael Cope Jr., a wanted fugitive, in the Raytown area on June 30.

Cope Jr. had been sought by the Henry County Sheriff’s Office on multiple felony warrants and was considered a flight risk. The arrest marks a major development in what officials describe as a lengthy and methodical search effort.

He was wanted on the following charges:

Class D Felony – Tampering with Electronic Monitoring Equipment (Bond set at $75,000 cash-only)

Class D Felony – Endangering the Welfare of a Child Creating a Substantial Risk – 1st Degree – 1st Offense (No bond)

Henry County deputies, working alongside regional law enforcement partners, were able to locate and arrest Cope Jr. without incident.

Cope Jr. is currently in custody as the legal process moves forward.

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Narcotics Arrest In Vernon County

On Monday, June 30, 2025, the Vernon County Sheriff's Office and the Nevada Police Department executed a narcotics search warrant in northwest Vernon County as part of an ongoing investigation into the distribution of methamphetamine.

During the operation, law enforcement took three subjects into custody. Law enforcement seized methamphetamine and related paraphernalia from the residence.

All three individuals were transported to the Vernon County Jail for holding. A request for the filing of formal charges will be submitted to the Vernon County Prosecutor’s Office for review.

The Vernon County Sheriff’s office states that they remain committed to keeping communities safe and holding those involved in the distribution of illegal drugs accountable.

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Pursuit Of Stolen Vehicle Ends In Arrest In Cass County

On Saturday, June 28, 2025, just before 10 a.m., Cass County deputies began pursuing a vehicle that was confirmed to have a stolen license plate, as it headed northbound on I-49 in Belton.

Moments later, after driving at a high rate of speed, the driver pulled over in Grandview.

The driver complied with commands from deputies to exit the vehicle and was taken into custody.

Dispatchers confirmed the license plate was stolen out of Kansas City and the vehicle came back as stolen out of Gladstone.

It was also later confirmed that the vehicle was a different color before it was taken.

Deputies conducted a search of the vehicle and located a loaded Glock 22C .40 Cal handgun under the front passenger seat.

Additionally, deputies located a 50-round drum magazine in the passenger seat floorboard.

The suspect has been identified as 29-year-old Verdell Mays Jr. of Kansas City.

He’s been charged with three felonies:

1.     Unlawful Possession Of A Firearm - Dangerous Felon/Prior Conviction,

2.     Aggravated Fleeing A Stop Or Detention, and

3.     Tampering With A Motor Vehicle.

Mays also faces a misdemeanor charge for Operating a Motor Vehicle in an Imprudent Manner.

Mays is currently at the Cass County Jail with no bond allowed.

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Adrian Community Play

 🎭 Large Cast & Crew Needed! 🎭

ACT’s fall production of A Candle in the Window is calling YOU!

We’re seeking a large cast and crew to bring this heartwarming holiday tale to life. Whether you love the spotlight or prefer working behind the scenes, there’s a role for everyone!

✨ All casting and audition info:
👉 https://us.cast98.com/shows/a-candle-in-the-window-2025-actadrian

📍Be part of something special this season with the ACT family!

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Olde Glory Days Schedule

 COMPLETE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Olde Glory Days 2025

July 3rd-6th

Veteran’s Dinner on June 28th

Olde Glory Days is brought to you by the Greater Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce.

Buy a badge and you might win a prize!

Look for Olde Glory Days shirts, caps, carnival armbands and more!

Items available at information booth July 3rd, 4th, and 5th. Presales of shirts at C Squared. Presales of armbands at the Chamber.

ATS Bus Service; 11:00am-10:00pm Thursday, 9:30am-10:00pm Friday, 8am-10:00pm Sat. 660-885-3114

Stage Sponsor: World Wide Technology, Inc.-

David Steward

Bill and Patsy’s Pony Rides each day

Welcome to

Olde Glory Days!

TIMES AND EVENTS

SUBJECT TO CHANGE

SAT. JUNE 28TH

11:00am-1:00pm: Veteran’s Dinner at Elks Lodge, North Side of the Clinton Square

(Veterans and one guest)

Sponsor: Clinton Elks Lodge #1034, VFW Post #1894, American Legion Post #14

THURSDAY, JULY 3rd

12-7pm: Information Booth & Souvenir Shop Open-South Side of Courthouse

Sponsor: Jerry and Barb Mosley, Jerry’s Pest Management

EAST SIDE OF THE COURTHOUSE:

2:00pm and 4:00pm: https://keithleff.com

Sponsor: Clinton Sunrise Optimist Club, Meadows Contracting, Gus Wetzel Family Foundation, Mills and Sons Ins., Dody Legacy Group, First Baptist Church-Clinton

3:00pm and 5:00pm: Jason D’Vaude www.thecircusman.com

Sponsor: Pizza Glen, Hawthorn Bank, Golden Valley Disposal, Cook Tractor Parts, Fortress Ins. Services

10am: Kayak Races-Artesian Pool, Ages 8 and up

Sponsor: Everharts Outdoor Store, Legacy Bank & Trust, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

12pm-12am: Clinton Police Officers Assoc. Beer Garden- Courthouse Lawn

Carnival armbands: 12 till 4pm and 6 till 10pm, $25 before July 3rd, $30 during the carnival

Sponsor: Schreiber Foods, Henry Co. Health Center

12-5pm: Toddler Tent and Bounce House-NE Side of Courthouse

Sponsor: Seeds of Faith Preschool, Dull Law, LLC

2-6pm: Historical DX Station @ 3rd & Green St. (Time Flies) Open

Sponsor: Central Airmotive, PLZ Corp.(Champion Brands), Adkins Printing, Compass Health Network, Mike Keith Ins.

6pm: Pedal Pull-Courthouse Parking Lot. Registration begins at 5pm. Classes are age 5 & under…ages 6 & 7...ages 8 & 9…and ages 10 & 11

Sponsor: Golden Valley Tractor, GVMH, U.S. Bank/Clinton, Square 109, First Baptist Church, C Squared Embroidery & Screen-printing, Vansant-Mills Funeral Home

MAIN STAGE:

6:15pm: Keith Leff

Sponsor: Glasscock Enterprises, Clinton Quick Lube, UMB Bank, Ranger Power, Gus Wetzel Family Foundation

7-9:30pm: Phil Vandel https://www.philvandel.com/

Sponsor: Hampton Inn/Clinton, Schreiber Foods, Jim Raysik Body Shop, Henry County Water Co., Gary’s Towing

8pm: Prize Drawings

Sponsor: Everharts Outdoor Store, White River Marine Group (Tracker), TC-Transcontinental, Mills & Sons Ins.

FRIDAY, JULY 4TH

12-7pm: Information Booth & Souvenir Shop Open-South Side of Courthouse Sponsor: GVMH, Jim Falk Motors, OakStar Bank, Clinton Sunrise Opt. Club, Full Line Lumber, Adkins Printing

EAST SIDE OF THE COURTHOUSE:

2:00pm and 4:00pm: Jason D’Vaude www.thecircusman.com

Sponsor: Groff Dental Studio, Clinton Abstract & Title Co., World Finance Corp.-Clinton, Jim Raysik Body Shop

3:00pm and 5:00pm: Keith Leff https://keithleff.com

Sponsor: Clinton Arts Council, Legacy Bank & Trust, Cook Tractor Parts, Ranger Power, Klassen Construction & Branco Enterprises, Meadow Lake Golf Club

9am-6pm: Ike Parker Art Show Open-Delozier Building, 203 West Franklin

Sponsor: Glasscock Ent., Meadows Contracting, Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Henry Co. Commissioners

10am-4pm: Henry Co. Museum open (free admission)

Sponsor: Henry Co. Museum, Henzlik Architecture, Bernard Tax and Bookkeeping, PLZ Corporation

10am-4pm: Quilt Show Open-Rotary Building on the Square

Sponsor: Clinton Quick Lube, State Representative Jim Kalberloh, Gregg Smith Ford-Lincoln, First Baptist Church/Clinton, Clinton Abstract & Title Co.

11am: “FireQuacker 500”-Optimist Park-Keith Leff

Noon: “FireQuacker 500” Launch of the Duck Race

Sponsor: Clinton Sunrise Optimist Club, U.S. Bank/Clinton, Golden Valley Fireworks, Price Cutter

11am-1am: Clinton Police Officers Assoc. Beer Garden-Courthouse Lawn

Carnival armbands: 12 till 4pm and 6 till 10pm, $25 before July 3rd, $30 during the carnival

Sponsor: Cover and Hilton Law Office, Jim Raysik Body Shop, UMB Bank/Clinton

12-5pm: Toddler Tent-NE Side of Courthouse

Sponsor: Cook Tractor Parts, Mills and Sons Ins., Dave and Kathy Garnett, Clinton Arts Council, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

2pm: TLC Dulcimers-Delozier Building

Sponsor: Edward Jones Investments/Stan Davis, Henry County Water Co., Hawthorn Bank/Clinton

4-6pm: Historical DX Station-3rd & Green St. (Time Flies) Open

Sponsor: Central Airmotive, Osage Valley Electric Co-op., Republic Services, American Family Ins.-Carla Moberly, PLZ Corp.

6:30pm: Golf Ball Drop at Chamber of Commerce Lawn- Southeast Corner of the Square

Sponsor: REMAX Truman Lake, Seeds of Faith Preschool, Klassen Construction & Branco Enterprises

MAIN STAGE:

6:15pm: Jason D’Vaude

Sponsor: GVMH, White River Marine Group (Tracker), Mike Keith Insurance

7-9:30pm: Surfin’ USA https://surfinusashow.com/

Sponsor: Compass Health Network, Schreiber Foods, Clinton Arts Council, American Family Insurance-Carla Moberly, Meadow Lake Golf Club

8pm: Prize Drawings

Sponsor: Everharts Outdoor Store, TC-Transcontinental, Henry Co. Mutual Insurance, US Bank, King’s Appliance-Clinton, VFW Post #1894

SATURDAY, JULY 5th

12-7pm: Information Booth & Souvenir Shop Open-South Side of Square

Sponsor: Jack’s Warehouse Carpets, Jerry and Barb Mosley, Taylor, Nold, Kenney & Mitchell, LLC

EAST SIDE OF THE COURTHOUSE:

2:00pm and 4:00pm: Jason D’Vaude www.thecircusman.com

Sponsor: C Squared Emb. & Screenprinting, Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Mike Keith Ins., Cover & Hilton Law, World Finance Corp.-Clinton, King’s Appliance

3:00pm and 5:00pm: Keith Leff https://keithleff.com

Sponsor: Edward Jones Investments/JD Manning, Legacy Bank/Clinton, Gregg Smith Ford-Lincoln

7-9:30am: Pancake Breakfast-Clinton Fire Dept.

Sponsor: Clinton Firefighters Assoc.

8:00am: OGD Patriotic 5K. Registration starts at 6:45am at the Clinton Chamber (200 S. Main)

Sponsor: Big Brothers-BigSisters of Henry Co., American Family Ins./Carla Moberly, GVMH

9am-3pm: Motorcycle Show-South Main St. (in front of Chamber of Commerce)

Sponsor: Guardians of the Children, Jim Falk Motors, Golden Valley Fireworks, Meadows Contracting

9am-4pm: Downtown Desoto Open-S. Washington St.

Sponsor: Jim Raysik Body Shop, Osage Valley Electric Co-op, Golden Valley Disposal

9am-4pm: Ike Parker Art Show Open-Delozier Building, 203 West Franklin

Sponsor: Timothy P. Meyers & Co., Clinton Abstract and Title Co., Sherman Plumbing and Heating

10am: David Mills Grand Parade Grand Marshal-The Pediatric Place

Sponsor: Compass Health Network, Pizza Glen, Legacy Bank & Trust, Klassen Const. & Branco Ent.

10am-4pm: Quilt Show Open-Rotary Building

Sponsor: Golden Valley Fireworks, White River Marine Group(Tracker), Henry Co. Mutual Ins.

11am-4pm: Henry County Museum Open (free admission)

Sponsor: Edward Jones Investments/JD Manning, Henry Co. Water, Gregg Smith Ford-Lincoln, Henry County Health Center, VFW Post #1894

11am-1am: Clinton Police Officers Assoc. Beer Garden-Courthouse Lawn

MAIN STAGE:

11:00am (after the parade) Keith Leff

Sponsor: Fortress Insurance Services, Henry County Water Co., Jim Raysik Body Shop, Dull Law, LLC, Ranger Power, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

11:30am (after the parade): The Old Skool Band

https://www.facebook.com/groups/305855018245831/

Sponsor: Bernard Tax & Bookkeeping, Jerry’s Pest Management, Square 109, Sherman Plumbing & Heating

Carnival armbands: 12 till 4pm & 6 till10 pm, $25 before July 3rd, $30 during the carnival

Sponsor: Glasscock Ent., Edward Jones Investments/Dylan Stiegemeyer, Compass Health Network, Golden Valley Tractor

12pm: TLC Dulcimers-Delozier Building

Sponsor: Cook Tractor Parts, State Representative Jim Kalberloh, Dennis and Debbie Sieger, Henzlik Architecture

12-5pm: Toddler Tent-NE Side of Courthouse

Sponsor: Seeds of Faith Preschool, Hampton Inn/Clinton, Republic Services, TC-Transcontinental, Fortress Insurance Services, Gary’s Towing, Meadow Lake Golf Club

12:30pm: Horseshoe Tournament-Artesian Park

Sponsor: Glasscock Ent., Gregg Smith Ford-Lincoln, Groff Dental Studio, Gus Wetzel Family Found., Hampton Inn

1pm: Clinton Elks Lodge Cornhole Tournament, parking lot of the Henry Co. Courthouse

Sponsor: OakStar Bank, Mike Keith Ins., PLZ Corp.(Champion Brands), Adkins Printing, Klassen Const. & Branco Ent.

2pm: Heartland Community Theatre presents: "Truman: The Citizen's President"

Sponsor: Cover & Hilton Law, Mills & Sons Ins., Dennis and Debbie Sieger, Hardee’s/Clinton, Jim Falk Motors

2-6pm; Historical DX Gas Station-3rd & Green streets (Time Flies) Open

Sponsor: Central Airmotive, Henry County Mutual Insurance, Taylor, Nold, Kenney & Mitchell, LLC, Jim Falk Motors, Pizza Glen, Ranger Power, TC-Transcontinental

MAIN STAGE:

6:15pm: Jason D’Vaude

Sponsor: Hampton Inn/Clinton, UMB Bank/Clinton, Full Line Lumber Center, C Squared Embroidery & Screenprinting

7-9:30pm: Vinyl Revival https://vinylrevivalkc.com/index.html

Sponsor: White River Marine Group, Compass Health Network, Schreiber Foods, Clinton Arts Council, Hawthorn Bank/Clinton, Dave and Kathy Garnett

8pm: Prize Drawings

Sponsor: Everharts Outdoor Store, Henry Co. Commissioners, Henry County Mutual Insurance, Gus Wetzel Family Foundation, Hawthorn Bank, Hardee’s

SUNDAY, JULY 6th

1:00pm: Community-Wide Praise & Worship Event

"God Made - The Clinton Way" featuring Kingdom Fighters- Main Stage on the Square

Sponsor: First Baptist Church of Clinton, TC-Transcontinental, Henry Co. Water Co., Clinton Quick Lube, Compass Health Network, Dody Legacy Group

5pm: Ice Cream Social by Clinton Christian Church-

Benson Center (free will offering for local missions)

Sponsor: Oak Star Bank, Meadows Contracting, Golden Valley Tractor, King’s Appliance-Clinton

5:30-8:30pm: Gospel Fest-Benson Center Featuring: The Isaacs, Lindley Creek and Tony Bullock

Sponsor: First Baptist Church/Clinton, Clinton Quick Lube, Bernard Tax & Bookkeeping, Dody Legacy Group, U.S. Bank/Clinton, Price Cutter

9:30pm: Mega Fireworks Display (tune to KDKD FM 95.3 for music)

Sponsor: Hawthorn Bank/Clinton, Cover and Hilton Law, Gus Wetzel Family Foundation, Radford Media Group

Other sponsors of Olde Glory Days include:

AAA Property Management…Benware Tractor & Automotive…CATO Fashions…Central Methodist University-Clinton…City of Clinton…Clinton Rotary Club…Clinton School District…Clinton Parks and Recreation…Crain Pest & Lawn…Crave Boutique…Cummings Men’s Wear…David and Deb Mills…Doug and Kristi Kenney (Kenney Farms)…Gallery Three…Greg and David Lowe Families…Heartland Community Theatre…Helm Plumbing & Heating…Hennemann’s Dirt Work…Henry Co. Commissioner Jake Bradley… Henry Co. Library…Henry Co. Museum…Logan’s Heating & Cooling…RC and Ann Julian…State Fair Comm. College-Clinton…Truman Lake Moose Lodge #2722…Zollicker Oil

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