St. Joseph News-Press back issues from February 2009:
Taylor, Dwight
Feb 01, 2009; ... TRENTON, Mo. - Dwight Taylor, 57, Trenton, died Jan. 29, 2009. Survivors: mother Mildred; sister Alice (Richard) White; sister-in-law Helen Taylor; aunts Lucille Fletcher, Betty Taul, JaniceMiller, Letha Henley; uncles Kenneth, Ivan and Robert Taylor andEugene Chambers; niece Karen ...
Tjarks, Matthew R.
Feb 01, 2009; ... EDGEWOOD, Ky. - Matthew Ray Tjarks, 29, Edgewood, formerly of St.Joseph died Jan. 30, 2009. Matthew is a member of Grace Evangelical Church, St. Joseph. He loved his family most of all and we know he is in heaven. Survivors: mother Brenda, Independence, Ky.; father ...
Leppo, Pearl
Feb 01, 2009; ... BOCA RATON, Fla. - Pearl Leppo, 90, Boca Raton, for the past 24years, formerly of St. Joseph, passed away in Boca Raton, on Jan.29, 2009. Beloved wife of Dr. Melvin Leppo for the past 63 years. Cherishedaunt of Douglas Franks, Nella Lee Leppo, ...
Munns, Don R.
Feb 01, 2009; ... GARFIELD, Ark. - Don R. Munns, 62, Garfield, died Jan. 30, 2009. Don was born July 30, 1946, Mound City, Mo., to Clarence Munnsand Blanche Martin Munns. Survivors: wife Dorothy; son Ray Don; daughter Shelley Dawn(Jesus) Rodriguez; two sisters ...
Parton, Elmer
Feb 01, 2009; ... CAMERON, Mo. - Elmer Lee Parton, 77, Cameron, died Jan. 30, 2009,at a health care facility in Carrollton, Mo. Mr. Parton was born Feb. 1, 1931, in Paradise, Mo. He served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict.Mr. Parton worked for David Walker Heating and Cooling ...
Radke, Ret. Col. Galen W.
Feb 01, 2009; ... PALM HARBOR, Fla. - Ret. Col. Galen W. "Mike" Radke, 80, PalmHarbor, died Jan. 30, 2009. He was born in St. Joseph and retired from the US Army after 35years. Survived by his wife Margaret; son Jack, Orlando, ...
Smith, Jule M.
Feb 01, 2009; ... CHILLICOTHE, Mo. - Jule Martin Smith, 80, Chillicothe, passedaway Jan. 31, 2009, at Hedrick Medical Center in Chillicothe. Jule was born March 15, 1928. Survivors: wife Marilyn; daughters Tracy Herrbach, NancyMitchell; five grandchildren; three ...
Killion, Suzi J.
Feb 01, 2009; ... SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. - Suzi J. (Scheetz) Killion, 51, Scottsdale,passed away Jan. 23, 2009, at her home. Suzi was born in Norton, Kan., on Feb. 4, 1958, daughter of Bill(deceased) and Mary Scheetz. Suzi graduated from Norton Community High School in 1975 and thenfrom Kansas ...
Irvine, Ransom D.
Feb 01, 2009; ... BURLINGTON JUNCTION, Mo. - R. D. Irvine, 88, Burlington Junction,died Jan. 30, 2009, at Heartland Regional Medical Center, St.Joseph. R. D. was born May 29, 1920, in Marysville, Kan. to Harry and Ora(Palmerton) Irvine. He married Lucille May Chaney on Nov. 12, 1955, at ...
Jameson, David
Feb 01, 2009; ... INDEPENDENCE, Mo. - David "June" Jameson, 82, Independence,passed away Jan. 29, 2009, at a Cameron, Mo., hospital. David, the son of Madison Findley and Margaret Ellen (Elliott)Jameson, was born June 30, 1926, in Darlington, Mo. On May 19, 1956, David was united in marriage to ...
Jorgenson, Carol T.
Feb 01, 2009; ... MARYVILLE, Mo. - Carol Thompson Jorgenson, 82, Maryville, diedJan. 30, 2009, at his home in Maryville. He was born Oct. 18, 1926, in Barnard, Mo., to Peter Marion andBessie Elizabeth Thompson. On June 4, 1948, he married Ann Annabel Ruth Hull in St. Joseph. Mr ....
De Shon, Donald D.
Feb 01, 2009; ... KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Donald Dale De Shon, 79, Kansas City, wasreunited with his wife and other family and friends who havepreceded him in Heaven on Jan. 30, 2009. Don was born June 23, 1929, in St. Joseph, the sixth of eightchildren born to Blanche and Elliott De Shon. On Nov. 11, ...
Bennett, Larry
Feb 01, 2009; ... Francis Larry Bennett, 67, St. Joseph, passed away Jan. 30, 2009,at a local hospital. Larry was born on Jan. 8, 1942, to Francis Leo and Crystal A.Bennett and Irene Kariker. He was preceded in death by his parents; step-mother Crystal A.Bennett. Larry married Eleanor ...
Lasting impressions ; As landmarks indicate, public-works programs are nothing new
Feb 01, 2009; ... The Agency Community Center & City Hall was built with WorksProgress Administration funds. Many of the original architecturaldetails of the building have been lost to renovations. Photo by Eric Keith / St. Joseph News-Press / Purchase this photo The Agency Community Center & ...
Your Letters, Feb. 1, 2009
Feb 01, 2009; ... Taken aback I couldn't believe it when I read Central High School is droppingits production of "Show Boat." Art apparently has taken a back seatto political correctness. Language in the novel and subsequent play was deemed toooffensive to be used by its actors. Yes, offense ...
It's Your Call, Feb. 1, 2009
Feb 01, 2009; ... Keep it clean I want to thank the News-Press for the addition of the restaurantinspections in today's paper, and I hope this is going to be amonthly addition. This is more of an incentive for owners to keeptheir restaurants clean. Keep up the good work. *** Doomed to ...
Circuit Court, Feb. 1, 2009
Feb 01, 2009; ... Court costs are not included in the figures below. The usualcourt cost is $106.50 for misdemeanors and $283.50 for felonies.Added into this are other costs, such as the cost of arrest for acharge of driving while intoxicated. The additional fees can bringthe court costs up to $400 or ...
Push builds to unionize home health workers
Feb 01, 2009; ... The employer on Christy McCay's taxes this year will be her 80-year-old grandmother, though she's received no direct money fromher. That is because Rose Withrow chose her granddaughter as her homehealth care worker. Under Missouri's Medicaid system, the elderlyand disabled can ...
Municipal Court, Feb. 1, 2009
Feb 01, 2009; ... The figures below do not include court costs. Those who areticketed for seat belt violations are not charged court costs. By Judge John Boeh SEAT BELT VIOLATIONS Andrea Clark, $10. Gary Cluck, $10. Jacob Farnsworth, $10. Tanya Flaitz, ...
Event excites student about science
Feb 01, 2009; ... Will Manning, 7, looks through a microscope at tiny planarians.The display was one of several offered at the Super Science Saturdayevent at the Wyeth-Tootle Mansion in St. Joseph. Photo by August Kryger / St. Joseph News-Press / Purchase thisphoto Will Manning, 7, looks ...
Comeback puts Whigs out of Cards
Feb 01, 2009; ... But for a virus and its ill-timed attachment to the hero ofTippecanoe, the Whig Party might need no comeback. Yet here they sit, nearly a decade into the 21st century andtelling the nation, "We're back, baby!" William Henry Harrison turned back Tecumseh at the TippecanoeRiver ...
Smith, Robert E.
Feb 01, 2009; ... BONNEY LAKE, Wash. - Robert Eugene Smith, 77, Bonney Lake, leftthis earth on Jan. 5, 2009, to be with his beloved wife Rosita. Robert was born in Troy, Kan., on Jan. 6, 1932 to Glenn andAlmeda Smith. Bob was preceded in death by his parents; brother Charles Smith;sister ...
Local entities hone their priorities ; City, county, schools submit requests for stimulus money
Feb 01, 2009; ... Mention Christmas to a child and they're sure to jot down a listfor the jolly man in the red suit from the North Pole. Switch out the red felt for some pinstripes, move the (not so)jolly man to Washington, D.C., and the requests start to roll infrom a whole new group of people: ...
St. Joseph police briefs, Feb. 1, 2009
Feb 01, 2009; ... THEFTS Date listed is the date reported Edgar Sandovar, 4021 Beacon Hill Court, burglary at residenceJan. 23. O'Malley Beverage, 1601 N. Woodbine Road, items from vehicleparked at business Jan. 23. St. Joseph Cablevision, 102 N. Woodbine Road, ...
Take it easy ; Massage away winter doldrums at Spa Shiki
Feb 01, 2009; ... Groundhog Day usually means at least six more weeks of winter,regardless of what Punxsutawney Phil may see. Unfortunately, unlikethe groundhog, we can't just burrow down in the ground and wait itout until spring. For cold bones and restless bodies, a weekend atSpa Shiki, located at the ...
Our Opinion: GOP right to voice concern
Feb 01, 2009; ... The benefits that would flow from the federal economic stimuluspackage are eye-popping: nearly $3 billion for Missouri, a projected$1.36 billion for Kansas. Roads, bridges, schools, health care forthe poor -- all would receive funding in some amount. Even at the personal level, the ...
Bankruptcies, Feb. 1, 2009
Feb 01, 2009; ... The News-Press regularly publishes filings made with the U.S.Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Missouri based inKansas City, Mo., and the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District ofKansas based in Kansas City, Kan. Today's listing covers Jan. 17-23. Petitioners may file for ...
Scouts' Camp Geiger looking to expand ; Facilities could be available for community use
Feb 01, 2009; ... Local Boy Scout leaders want to continue upgrading Camp Geigerwith new and improved programs for Scouts and the community. "Boys have dramatic video games and other distractions," said KenSiemens, a local businessman, Scouting supporter and member of thePony Express Council. "So ...
Many residents rally around gas station ; U.S. Oil tries to move forward after 2007 shooting
Feb 01, 2009; ... Like so many urban centers in the country, the corner gas stationand liquor store in Midtown St. Joseph has wrestled with theft andviolence. Two gas-station franchises had failed at 22nd and Messaniestreets. Then, two years ago, a New York native showed up. Excitement spread. The ...
Personalization is popular for Valentine's Day
Feb 01, 2009; ... With Valentine's Day two weeks away, your first thought may be tobuy chocolates, flowers, stuffed animals or jewelry, gifts that atthis point have become V-Day cliches. But thanks to the popularity of personalization, people are ableto give these gifts and a lot more with a ...
Quizzing couples ; Husbands and wives test their understanding of each other and their memories of their marriage
Feb 01, 2009; ... Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and with it, likely arun on roses and chocolate. But there's something to be said for the less-generic gift thatshows how well your significant other knows you (or at least howgood he is at picking up on hints). Really, being known well -- ...
GAME BLOGS:Men: Washburn 79, Western 78
Feb 01, 2009; ... Talking with a relieved Bob Chipman outside the Washburn lockerroom Saturday night, the Ichabods coach remarked, "I don't know who15 was. He wasn't on the radar." That would be Griffons junior Marcus Jones, who knocked down 5-of-7 3-point attempts Saturday and shook Western out of ...
GAME BLOG: Washburn women 77, Western 64
Feb 01, 2009; ... Four of Western's starters - Jessica Koch, Rachel Luteyn, TierraFord and London Houchin - combined for 56 points in this game. Tocompare, Washburn's top four starters scored 43 points. But Westerngot very little from its bench or starter No. 5 - Lauren Nolke. For a team of moderate ...
State to begin mercury drop-off campaign
Feb 02, 2009; ... The Missouri Department of Natural Resources is launching amonthlong effort to rid homes of mercury. Five Northwest Missourisites are included as drop-off locations. The state will provide mercury drop-off buckets in variouscommunities. Any resident or not-for-profit agency can ...
It's Your Call, Feb. 2, 2009
Feb 02, 2009; ... Udder delight I was calling in about Saturday's Diem section, about the UdderBalm. You can actually get a nice big jar at Wal-Mart and it wasmuch cheaper than $12, and it is really good. Casualties I was reading in the paper this morning about the fire and thepoor ...
New 'dog' spreads fire safety
Feb 02, 2009; ... The St. Joseph Fire Department's new Dalmatian is just like anyother firehouse dog. It has the signature spots, puppy-dog eyes,robotic voice and the ability to drive a miniature fire truck. Admittedly, it's not a real dog. Given the name Patches andPumper, the robotic canine is a ...
Midwest students see double rewards at tax time
Feb 02, 2009; ... Students and parents of students receiving a higher education inthe Midwest could be in for a big shock this tax season. A change in tax law is doubling the education credits allowed forthe 2008 and 2009 school years. Legislation is providing assistanceto students enrolled and ...
Antique show at Civic Arena
Feb 02, 2009; ... The annual St. Joseph Antique Show will be held at Civic Arena,Feb. 7 and 8. The show will feature more than 54 dealers. This year the showalso will include a vintage market with several dealers whospecialize in vintage and eclectic home decor, jewelry and clothing.The public ...
St. Joseph police briefs, Feb. 2, 2009
Feb 02, 2009; ... THEFTS Date listed is the date reported Evans Brothers, 524 Albemarle St., burglary at business Jan. 24. Steven Tanguay, 425 N. 11th St., burglary at residence Jan. 24. Elizabeth Albus, 2929 Felix St., items from 623 S. Eighth St.Jan. 24. Browns Shoes, ...
Cameron advances drinking water improvements
Feb 02, 2009; ... CAMERON, Mo. -- City officials continue to make progress towardimprovements to the aging municipal water system. A program of $2.7 million in improvements -- to include extendedwater mains and a new south side tower -- is being mapped out. "They're finishing up the design ...
Circuit Court, Feb. 2, 2009
Feb 02, 2009; ... Court costs are not included in the figures below. The usualcourt cost is $106.50 for misdemeanors and $283.50 for felonies.Added into this are other costs, such as the cost of arrest for acharge of driving while intoxicated. The additional fees can bringthe court costs up to $400 or ...
Missouri fails tobacco report again ; State gets poor marks on study for third year in a row
Feb 02, 2009; ... Judging by its grades, Missouri might be due for a parent-teacher conference when it comes to tobacco control. A new report by the American Lung Association gives Missouristraight Fs for the third year in a row for the annual State ofTobacco Control Report Card. The report ...
Proud pups compete for their claim to fame at dog show
Feb 02, 2009; ... From the teeniest of pipsqueaks to the brawniest of bruisers,hundreds of dogs strutted before judges at kennel club shows thisweekend. The St. Joseph Kennel Club wrapped up competition Sundayafternoon at Civic Arena, on the heels of similar events sponsoredby the Jesse James ...
Municipal Court, Feb. 2, 2009
Feb 02, 2009; ... The figures below do not include court costs. Those who areticketed for seat belt violations are not charged court costs. By Judge John Boeh STATE VEHICLE LICENSE PLATES REQUIRED David Nichols, $25. Samantha Phillips, $25. Steven Quinn, ...
Lager awaits word on nominee's past clients
Feb 02, 2009; ... A Savannah Republican who held up the confirmation of one of Gov.Jay Nixon's Cabinet members awaits answers this week. Sen. Brad Lager, R-Savannah, asked senators on Thursday to holdoff on considering the appointment of Linda Martinez as the newdirector of economic development ...
Libraries receive new equipment
Feb 02, 2009; ... The Friends of the St. Joseph Public Library have donated adigital video disc and compact disc cleaning and repairing machineto the library. This helps library staff maintain and prolong the life of thelibrary's media collection, on DVD and CD, said Mary Beth Revels,library ...
Sorting out the toothbrushes ; Picking a toothbrush no longer hinges on your favorite color
Feb 02, 2009; ... Sparkling white teeth do more for your appearance than anyaccessory you can buy. And we all know how important brushing yourteeth is for preventing gum disease and tooth decay. But whattoothbrush should you use? It's no longer a matter of just pickingout the color that suits your fancy ....
One injured in four-car pile up
Feb 02, 2009; ... FAUCETT, Mo. -- The Missouri State Highway Patrol and emergencyresponders had a busy morning with a four-vehicle pile up onMissouri Route A about 2 miles north of Faucett at an intersectionwith Missouri Route H. The accident occurred at 8 a.m. Monday when Jennifer Davis, ...
Superbowl Commercials - the good, the bad and the just plain dumb ; Why commercials did you love or hate?
Feb 02, 2009; ... It's the day after the Super Bowl and you know what everybody istalking about: the commercials! (OK, and maybe Santonio Holmes). I thought the commercials this were OK. There were a fewstandouts, a few that were complete duds, and a few that I hadalready seen before. Remember when ...
Architect chosen for Western/Chiefs complex
Feb 02, 2009; ... Missouri Western continues to make moves to ready the campus forthe Chief's training camp. Western's board of governors selected Ellison-Auxier Architects,Inc. to design and provide construction oversight for a new indoorfootball practice facility and related improvements to ...
What is that SMELL?!?
Feb 02, 2009; ... If you've been outside the past few days in St. Joseph, you mighthave noticed an unpleasant odor. The offensive smell blowing throughthe city has some residents concerned. Robin Rhodes, with the St. Joseph/Buchanan County HealthDepartment, says they've received a few calls the past ...
Kendall, Marvin
Feb 02, 2009; ... Marvin Dale Kendall, 61, St. Joseph, passed from this life onFeb. 1, 2009, at home. He was born Aug. 29, 1947, in St. Joseph, to Willie "Peanuts"Kendall and Beverly Jean (Dale) Poe. Marvin served in the US Army and was a Vietnam Veteran ans wasawarded the Bronze Star. He was ...
Martin, Zelma
Feb 02, 2009; ... KINGMAN, Ariz. - Zelma "Bobbie" Martin, 90, Kingman, formerly ofSavannah, Mo., passed away Dec. 14, 2008, in Kingman. Bobbie was born to the late Ezra and Edith (Harris) Barker Nov.29, 1918, in Fillmore, Mo. On April 13, 1942, she married Woodford L. Martin in Troy, Kan.,he ...
How well do you know each other?
Feb 01, 2009; ... 1. How did you meet? 2. On your first date, you ___. 3. What was the date of your wedding? 4. What do you remember most about that day? 5. What about your spouse made you want to marry him/her? 6. What are some of your spouse's "favorites" -- favorite ...
Pederson, Silvia
Feb 02, 2009; ... HORTON, Kan. - Silvia Etta Pederson, 96, Horton, died Jan. 31,2009. Silvia was a member and Deaconess of the Christian Church inHorton. Survivors include daughter Pauline Jacobs, Muscotah, Kan.; sonHomer Mayhew Jr., Wichita, Kan.; sister Ruby Royer, Arrington, Kan.;six ...
Property of the Past, Feb. 2, 2009
Feb 02, 2009; ... For 135 years, the courthouse at Fifth and Jules streets has beenthe center of Buchanan County government. The courthouse sits onland donated by Joseph Robidoux in 1846. Originally, this site was a commanding hillside that looked overthe entire community of St. Joseph. The county ...
Thompson, Nora
Feb 02, 2009; ... GILMAN CITY, Mo. - Nora Thompson, 100, Gilman City, departed thislife on Jan. 31, 2009, at her home. She was born Jan. 11, 1909, in Carthage, Mo., the daughter ofBarney and Isabelle Jordan. She was preceded in death by her husband Don Thompson; sisterGoldie ...
Hawkins, Jacqueline
Feb 02, 2009; ... MARYVILLE, Mo. - Jacqueline Margaret Hawkins, 74, Maryville, diedJan. 31, 2009, at Heartland Regional Medical Center, St. Joseph. Jacqueline was born Sept. 12, 1934, in Dunedin, New Zealand. Jackie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother,and employed by ...
Johnson, Edna
Feb 02, 2009; ... CHILLICOTHE, Mo. - Edna L. Johnson, 83, Chillicothe, died Feb. 1,2009. Survivors: sons Kenny (Marlene), Larry (Glenda); brothers Ron(Peggy) Ewing, Bill (Lydia) Ewing; sister Doris Fields;grandchildren Amy Caddell, Abby (Mike) Sattman, Ashlee (Nick)Taylor, Cory ...
Four vehicles involved in accident
Feb 03, 2009; ... FAUCETT, Mo. -- The Missouri State Highway Patrol and emergencyresponders had a busy morning with a four-vehicle pileup on MissouriRoute A about two miles north of Faucett at an intersection withMissouri Route H. The accident occurred at 8 a.m. Monday when Jennifer Davis, ...
St. Joseph police briefs, Feb. 3, 2009
Feb 03, 2009; ... ARRESTS Steven C. Jones, 18, 4525 Downs Drive, at 5:58 p.m. Friday on acharge of distribution of a controlled substance. Corey A. McLaughlin, 17, 2320 Francis St., at 7:13 p.m. Friday ona charge of discharging or shooting a firearm. Brandon Ziph, 27, 6417 Brown St., at ...
Chillicothe man faces prostitution charge
Feb 03, 2009; ... KANSAS CITY -- A Chillicothe man has been charged in federalcourt with felony transportation of two minor females across statelines for prostitution. A complaint was filed Friday in U.S. District Court against 42-year-old Randal G. Jennings. According to court documents, Mr ....
Circuit Court, Feb. 3, 2009
Feb 03, 2009; ... Court costs are not included in the figures below. The usualcourt cost is $106.50 for misdemeanors and $283.50 for felonies.Added into this are other costs, such as the cost of arrest for acharge of driving while intoxicated. The additional fees can bringthe court costs up to $400 or ...
Politics-as-usual plods along ; County to keep separate road and bridge districts
Feb 03, 2009; ... A remnant of horse-and-buggy days will survive at least onedecade of the 21st century. Buchanan County's politically divided control of county road"barns" allows the Western and Eastern district commissioners toeach have unilateral oversight of half the county's road and ...
PTA dinner celebrates parent involvement ; Nearly 200 participants gather for Founder's Day banquet
Feb 03, 2009; ... Sport utility vehicles and minivans packed the parking lotoutside the annual Parent Teacher Association meeting in St. Joseph. Inside, nearly 200 parents, teachers and principals gatheredMonday for the St. Joseph PTA Council Founder's Day banquet. Thenational volunteer child ...