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VHS graduation Saturday
The 2012 graduating class of Morgan County R-II High School in Versailles will be recognized in a commencement ceremony 7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 19 on the football field at the high school. In case of inclement weather, the ceremony will be moved indoors to the gymnasium.



Class of 1979
Brian Hall, Versailles High School class of 1979, has been named Chairman-Elect of the Fiesta Bowl Board of Directors. Hall also is Vice President of MTH Mortgage, LLC, and Regional Manager of the affiliated imortgage.com of Phoenix, Ariz. (submitted photo)



Randy King II and Jennifer Gunn

Gunn, King engaged
Jennifer Brett Gunn, daughter of Ralph and Joyce Gunn of Versailles, and Randy Brian King II, son of Randy and Karen King, of Anderson, S.C., have announced their engagement and forthcoming marriage.


Grow and Glow
Garden Club
The Grow and Glow Garden Club FGCM had their annual plant/bake/rummage sale, Saturday, May 12, at the home of Kathy Coffman in Versailles. Twelve members were present with donations in each category. The weather was near perfect and the customers plentiful.


Golden Beach Community News
by Beverly Dodds
573-378-4232
I really hope and pray every mother had an awesome Mother’s Day Sunday. I received cards and calls from all my children and grandchildren. It was wonderful. My wonderful husband H.B. took me out to dinner and gave me a beautiful card and a red rose. He is so thoughtful. I am so blessed to be able to still call my mom and wish her a happy Mother’s Day. She is amazing.



Brandi Glenn

Glenn graduates MWSU
Brandi Marie Glenn of Barnett, daughter of Earl and Dixie Glenn, graduated Sunday, Dec. 18, 2011, from Missouri Western State University in St. Joseph with a Bachelor of Science degree in computer information systems and a concentration application in computer technology with a minor in business.



Marilyn Evans and Lt. Gov. Kinder

Evans wins senior service award
Missouri Lt. Gov. Peter Kinder Wednesday, May 9, announced 34 winners of the Lieutenant Governor’s Senior Service Award, including Marilyn Evans of Gravois Mills, who volunteers at the Morgan County Library in Versailles.


Byars herd recognized
William and Nancy Byars were recently honored with the Historic Angus Herd Award presented to Angus breeders or immediate families who have been in continuous production of registered Angus cattle for 50 years or more.



Morgan Loganbill and Breena Moesch

Loganbill, Moesch graduate
Morgan Loganbill and Breena Moesch, cousins, both graduated Saturday, May 5 from Linn State Technical College in Linn.



Thomas, Rowley to attend
conference in Washington, D.C.
Nathaniel Thomas and Megan Rowley, fifth grade students at Versailles Elementary school, were recently nominated by their teacher, Jamiann Turner, for a Congressional Youth Leadership Council leadership conference. They will be attending the conference June 9-14 in Washington, D.C.



Mother, son graduate
Sandra (Grimes) Patton graduated Saturday, May 12, 2012, from the University of Arkansas with her bachelor’s degree in nursing.


Little Rascals
Clover Kids
The Little Rascals Clover Kids met Tuesday, May 1, in the Sims room at the Morgan County Courthouse in Versailles. The opening pledges were led by Sarah Huffman and Reese Murdock. Members answered roll call with “what they’re going to do for mother on Mother’s Day.”


Eldon DAR
The Eldon Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution will be hosting a genealogy workshop 1 to 4 p.m., Saturday, May 19 at the Morgan County Library in Versailles. The workshop is free and open to the general public.




Car wash at S&K
The Relay For Life Hillbilly Hero’s Team will be having a car wash fundraiser 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, May 19, at S&K Customs, 13539 Highway 52, in Versailles.


Book, bake, yard sale May 19
Unity at the Lake Church is hosting their second annual “Book, Bake and Yard Sale” 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, May 19, at the church in Sunrise Beach.


Bethel Community News
by Dorothy Baumgartner
573-378-4117
Mother’s Day is always a special day in the lives of mothers and families alike. Last Sunday was no exception, with a child dedication service before the morning sermon. Pastor Dave officiated at the service with the following babies being consecrated to the Lord.


Backstage at the Royal
by Cindy Davenport
Our next event is a concert and variety show. Carl Acuff, Jr. and his band from Harrison, Ark. will be back to the Royal Theatre stage 7 p.m. Saturday, May 19. Carl’s show contains something for everyone including top 40 and classic country, nostalgic rock-n-roll, gospel, impersonations, comedy and a tribute to our military.


Birth
Stanlee John Newswanger


Jail/Bail hot dog sale May 19
The Morgan County Caring for Kids Coalition (non-profit organization) is having a “Jail/Bail Hot Dog Sale” 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, May 19, at Charlie’s Foods grocery store Highway 52 in Versailles.


Taste of the Westside earns
$7,730 for cancer programs
The Taste of the Westside event Wednesday, May 9, hosted by the Chances ‘R’ Relay for Life Team earned $7,730, to find a cure for cancer and assist local cancer patients.


Fish fry at St. Pat’s
Knights of Columbus Council 10381 is hosting an all-you-can-eat fish fry 5 to 7 p.m., Friday, May 18 at the Shrine of St. Patrick in Laurie.



Carl Acuff, Jr. and his band

Carl Acuff, Jr. Show at Royal Theatre
Carl Acuff, Jr. and his band from Harrison, Ark. will be back at the Royal Theatre stage 7 p.m. Saturday, May 19, for their 20th Anniversary Tour.


Alumni banquet May 26
The annual Versailles Alumni Banquet is scheduled 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, May 26, at the Versailles High School commons.


Three House candidates at Pioneer in Versailles
The Morgan County Republican Club is hosting the three Republican candidates for the District 58 Missouri House of Representatives, Steve Henderson, James Bryant and David Wood, in a meeting 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, May 15, at Pioneer Restaurant in Versailles.


Morgan County
Republican Club
The Morgan County Republican Club had a great turn out at the last club meeting as approximately 60 people attended.