Monthly Archive

Twelve members of the Drexel FFA Chapter traveled to Warrensburg September 17th to attend the Area VII FFA Leadership Training Conference and Chapter Degree Ceremonies. The evening began with the official FFA opening ceremonies then the officers met with other officers from the 20 schools in Area VII to receive officer training conducted by the Area VII FFA Officer team. The remaining members in attendance met with Nessie Early, National FFA Secretary from California for leadership activities. Following the training, twelve members received their Chapter FFA Degree.

A Special Meeting was called by the Drexel R-IV Board of Education on Wednesday, September 23rd, 2009 to hold transportation bid interviews. The meeting was held in the Conference Room and began promptly at 6:30 p.m.
Members present were: Brad Lancaster, Vice President, Ronnie Jacobs, Member, Kim Hocker, Treasurer, Brenda Hadley, Member, Chuck Martin, Member, Chris Collins, Member, Dr.Judy Stivers, Superintendent, Linda Moles, Board Secretary, Robbie Shepherd, Principal, Jeff Levy, Principal. Visitors were: Kevin, John and Carolyn Gunnels, Virginia Alley, and Royce and Shawna Hettinger.

As you may know, flu can be easily spread from person to person. Therefore, Drexel R-IV is taking steps to reduce the spread of flu in the district. They want to keep the school open to students and functioning in a normal manner during this flu season. But, they need your help to do this.
Drexel R-IV is working closely with the (Cass county/ed agency) and the Cass County, Missouri health department to monitor flu conditions and make decisions about the best steps to take concerning schools. They will keep you updated with new information as it becomes available.

AAA School Safety Patrol membership is a position of honor.  Millions of boys and girls have served since the nationwide movement started in the early 1920s.  Today, more than 500,000 members are on duty each day of the school year, helping classmates on buses and at crossings near schools.

Submitted by Anita Brown
The September Drexel Community Betterment Corporation meeting was held during the lunch hour last Tuesday, the 29th, at the Community Center in beautiful H.T. Smith Park. A tasty lunch was catered by Ward Billings and was hosted by Drexel Pharmacy. Lunch included meatloaf, mashed potatoes & gravy, vegetables and rolls, tea, followed with pie and cookies for dessert. Those present were Tyler Black, Sue Wishon, Greg Mullinax, Patsy Stewart, Patti Dreher, Joe Ziegler, Anita Brown, Ward Billings, Craig Arnold, Jackie Schlagle and guest.

The 1st Annual 2 mile Walk/Run held last Saturday, October 3rd, brought out 83 people of all ages to benefit the local cross country team. The race was held at the H.T. Smith Park.
The Drexel Cross Country Team raised enough money to purchase a Cross Country tent, that will be screen printed to say Drexel XC. They also raised enough money to purchase warm-ups that also say Drexel XC.

By RICHARD HETTINGER
On Thursday October 1st the Ballard Lady Bulldogs and the Hume Lady Hornets came calling for a three team round robin match.
First the Lady Cats took on the Lady Bulldogs and made short work of the match with two quick wins by scores of 25-23 and 25-8. Stats: Serving Points; Lane 11, Vlieger 7 and Gamache 4. Aces: Lane 2 and Gamache, Vlieger and Collins each with one. Kills: Gunnels 7, Sanders 3 with Gamache and Hocker each having 2. Assists: Collins and Gunnels 1 each. Hocker had the only recorded block.

By RICHARD HETTINGER
Last Tuesday night, September 29th, the Lady Cats took on their big rival from the east, the Archie Whirlwinds.
The Lady Winds met their match in the first game as Drexel took a nice lead and managed to hold on for a 25-23 victory. This evidently stirred the fire in the Archie girls as they came back with vengeance winning the second game 11-25 and handing the Lady Cats another loss in the final game by a convincing margin of 7-25. This of course gave the Lady Winds the match and continued their dominance in the WEMO conference standings.

By RICHARD HETTINGER

Drexel School Board receives four bid proposals; two decline to bid.
The Drexel R-IV Board of Education met in regular session on Monday September 21, 2009. The meeting was held in the south gymnasium at the school.

The story of it’s existence is told on the cornerstone of the church. On September 29, 1929 the current building of the Drexel Baptist Church was erected. The original church was organized on May 9, 1893. This Sunday, October 4th, 2009, the Drexel First Baptist Church, and Pastor Steve Donnelly, invites members and non-members to help celebrate the 80th year of dedication of the original building. Worship Service will begin at 10:15 a.m. and will feature the rededicating of the building and observing the Lord’s Supper, all will be followed with a pot luck dinner. From 1:00-2:00 p.m.

No decision has been made. However, change could be forthcoming, unless you stand up in support of a longtime tradition with the Drexel Star and Drexel R-IV.

A surprise 75th Birthday party for JR Showalter was held on September 19th at Jim and Caroline Showalter’s lake home at Pomme DeTerre Lake. Mountain Oysters, side dishes, and a big Birthday cake were served to family and friends. Family attending were his wife Frances, daughters; Cindy Jobes and Vickie Pittman, sons; Rick Showalter and wife Kelly and Steve Blanton, Granddaughter Allisha Blanton and great grandson Walen. Family members that couldn’t attend called and wished him a very Happy Day.

The National Association of Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE), Chapter 1012, will hold a luncheon meeting at 11:00 AM, Friday October 2, in Holmes Hall, Foxwood Springs Living Center in Raymore. Kelly Brehmer from GEHA and Ron Miller from Blue Cross Blue Shield will speak. They will highlight changes to their federal employee health insurance plans for 2010 and share any booklets available.
Cost of the luncheon is $9.00. Please call Margaret Dixon, 816-322-9314, for information and reservations.

Everyone is invited to an open house in honor of Harold Gillogly’s 100th birthday. The event will take place on Saturday, October 3, 2009 from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. at Louisburg Senior Center at 504 South Metcalf in Louisburg, KS. Harold was born on October 1, 1909 in Miami County, Kansas and sent the majority of his life farming in Sugar Creek Township. The open house is hosted by Harold’s sons and daughters-in law; CJ and Martha Gillogly of Belton, MO and Howard and Ila Gillogly of rural Louisburg, KS. The family requests no gifts.

By RICHARD HETTINGER
The Lady Cats were also on two long road trips this week winning 4 games and loosing 3 while winning 2 matches and losing 1.
On Tuesday they traveled to Rich Hill and lost in a two game match to the Lady Tigers by scores of 11-25 and 25-27. Team Leaders: Serving points; Gunnels 9 and Hocker 4. Aces: Gunnels 1 and Vlieger 1. Kills: Gamache 2, Gunnels 2, Lane 1 and Hocker had a good night at the net with 3. Assists: Gunnels 4 and Collins 1. Only one block was recorded and that was by Gunnels.

By RICHARD HETTINGER
When we say on the road, it was just that, over 100 miles, but it was nice to come away with a big win. Circumstances did not allow me to attend the game but I will try to supply a few stats and comments from the coach.
Score by quarters Drexel 0, 6, 8 and 7 for a nice 21 total while Northwest was being shut down by our defense. Final Drexel 21, Northwest 0. Statistically the Bobcats dominated with 17 first downs to 10, rushing Bobcats 198 and Northwest 131, passing Bobcats 188, NW 27. Total yards: NW 158 and Bobcats 386.

Medical center features latest technology, specialty staff, elements of nature in design.
Cass Regional Medical Center announced the upcoming grand opening of its brand new facility with an official ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony last Friday afternoon.

Ellen and Zack were crowned as this years’ Homecoming royalty last Friday
evening during halftime. Ellen is the daughter of Lisa and Randy Shannon of Drexel and
Zack is the son of Rose McMahan and Mark McMahan, also of Drexel. Photo by Stacy Rice

Council discusses ball park lights and hears of new VFW building plans at monthly meeting.
The Board of Aldermen of the City of Drexel, Missouri met in Regular Session on Monday, September 14, 2009. Mayor Reece called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The meeting was held at City Hall.

By RICHARD HETTINGER The Cats came out full of enthusiasm with Raffety carrying the ‘Big Hit’ stick and our senior captains winning the toss, but choosing to defend. Shipley, our usually dependable kicker, miscued a little and the ball went out of bounds giving Lockwood the ball on their 35. After some good defensive plays against the run, Lockwood went to a 3rd and 19. But again the pass was a Bobcat nemesis as the Tigers completed two pass plays down to the Bobcat 15. On the next play Drexel recovered a fumbled lateral taking over on their own 22.

By RICHARD HETTINGER
The Lady Eagles from Miami came visiting Tuesday, September 15 and were treated rather rudely by our Lady Cats. With scores of 25-14 and 25-13, both favoring Drexel, the Lady Cats topped off the night after both the Junior High and JV had also won. Another very good team serving percentage of 93% was recorded, serving 45 times with 42 of those serves being good. Lane was good on 16 of 17 and Collins perfect with 13 of 13.

Callie Bartholomew, 93, of Drexel, went home to be with the Lord September 16, 2009 at Adrian Manor, Adrian, Mo.
Visitation was at 1 p.m. Saturday, September 19, 2009 at the First Baptist Church in Drexel. Funeral services followed at 2 p.m. with Rev. Steve Bartholomew officiating. Burial followed in Sharon Cemetery, Drexel. Memorial contributions in Callie’s name are suggested to the Missouri Baptist Children’s Home, or Adrian Manor, in care of the funeral home. Written messages may be sent to the family at www.mullinaxfh.com. (Arr.: Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel).

Callie Bartholomew, 93, of Drexel, went home to be with the Lord September 16, 2009 at Adrian Manor, Adrian, Mo.
Visitation was at 1 p.m. Saturday, September 19, 2009 at the First Baptist Church in Drexel. Funeral services followed at 2 p.m. with Rev. Steve Bartholomew officiating. Burial followed in Sharon Cemetery, Drexel. Memorial contributions in Callie’s name are suggested to the Missouri Baptist Children’s Home, or Adrian Manor, in care of the funeral home. Written messages may be sent to the family at www.mullinaxfh.com. (Arr.: Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel).

Callie Bartholomew, 93, of Drexel, went home to be with the Lord September 16, 2009 at Adrian Manor, Adrian, Mo.
Visitation was at 1 p.m. Saturday, September 19, 2009 at the First Baptist Church in Drexel. Funeral services followed at 2 p.m. with Rev. Steve Bartholomew officiating. Burial followed in Sharon Cemetery, Drexel. Memorial contributions in Callie’s name are suggested to the Missouri Baptist Children’s Home, or Adrian Manor, in care of the funeral home. Written messages may be sent to the family at www.mullinaxfh.com. (Arr.: Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel).

Callie Bartholomew, 93, of Drexel, went home to be with the Lord September 16, 2009 at Adrian Manor, Adrian, Mo.
Visitation was at 1 p.m. Saturday, September 19, 2009 at the First Baptist Church in Drexel. Funeral services followed at 2 p.m. with Rev. Steve Bartholomew officiating. Burial followed in Sharon Cemetery, Drexel. Memorial contributions in Callie’s name are suggested to the Missouri Baptist Children’s Home, or Adrian Manor, in care of the funeral home. Written messages may be sent to the family at www.mullinaxfh.com. (Arr.: Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel).