Tag: Missouri
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New learning method exposes truth about failing education system
SPRINGFIELD, MO — True story. I met this kid and his mom at pickleball at Schweitzer Church recently. He goes by the name “Bear”, and he attends “WOLF” school. Whaaa? Ok, I’ll bite. Is this a children’s fairytale story? Why haven’t I heard of this? Turns out it’s true. Bass Pro’s Wonders of Wildlife (WOW!!!)… Read more
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Truth now: Meet the ‘Jimmy Carter’ of Ozark, Missouri!
OZARK, MO — Former President Jimmy Carter is a super nice guy. He’s a polite, peaceful, passive personality. A Christian, Sunday school teacher type who thinks before he speaks. Nobody hears him raise his voice in anger. What a sweet man! What a weak leader. Carter was better at volunteering for “Habitat for Humanity” than… Read more
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Truth now: Why Evangel University teacher quit!
SPRINGFIELD, MO — An Evangel University teacher, who wishes to remain anonymous, told the CCT why he quit after years of teaching there. “Since Covid, we have lost our self-control in this culture,” he said. “People go to class when they feel like it. They work when they feel like it. It’s all based on… Read more
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Truth now: Has Silver Dollar City lost its spirit?
BRANSON, MO — Has America’s number one family theme park, Silver Dollar City, lost its spirit in the wake of woke culture? Please, no! A family friendly theme park, visited by millions, still dominates the tourism scene in southwest Missouri. I loved growing up visiting the park. The first time was in 1976 at age… Read more
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You won’t believe what officials’ new favorite food is now!
MISSOURI, USA — Elected officials are drooling: You won’t believe what officials’ new favorite food is now! Pot pie. Not the chicken, the plant. Marijuana. Pot. Weed. Dope. Skunk. Yeah, that stuff. They want a big slice of pot pie. And a bigger one. It’s bad enough we have a voter base duped into passing… Read more
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SPS is now covering up teacher student sex scandal?
SPRINGFIELD, MO — Springfield Public Schools are allegedly covering up a teacher-student sex scandal. According to a listener on a local news talk radio station, his son, who recently graduated from SPS, knows details about a sex ring involving a Kickapoo and 4 Glendale High School teachers renting an apartment on Ingram Mill Road for… Read more
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Why mental health agencies now twist our kids to transition
Claim: Mental health agencies are getting money to now twist our kids to transition. (Encourage, promote and validate feelings of gender dysphoria among minors.) I deliver food on the Doordash app. Every time I drop off to a mental health agency featuring minors as their clients, they are splashed with pro transgender propaganda and rainbows.… Read more
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Election Day was now yesterday?
CHRISTIAN COUNTY, MO — Yesterday, Tuesday, was April 2. It was cool, cloudy, and a bit rainy at times. Not a friendly day. Oh, and it was election day. Oops. Most voters didn’t vote on election day. They forgot, or didn’t remember, which is somewhat similar. Ozark School Bored (I mean, Board!) Those who voted,… Read more
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A Tale of Two Santas
In the quiet little town, a celebration was in the works. On a warm, sunny November day, the little town kicked off its first Christmas market in its recently acquired event center. The old building and the little town were full of hope for a new Christmas season. The mayor got in on it, bringing… Read more
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Why senior tax freeze is even necessary now
CHRISTIAN COUNTY, MO — Senate Bill 190 was passed on to Missouri counties to implement as they see fit. It’s intended to give senior citizens a tax freeze on the home they live in. Here’s why the senior tax freeze is even necessary now. Click here for more. First of all, a tax freeze doesn’t… Read more
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Issue that is now dividing Christian County!
LEFT TO RIGHT, Eastern Commissioner Bradley Jackson, Western Commissioner Hosea Bilyeu, Presiding Commissioner Lynn Morris, and County Assessor Danny Gray discuss Senate Bill 190 which would allow a tax break for senior citizens. (CCT Photo/Johnny Rooster) OZARK, MO — “We have an issue, that no matter how we vote, that is gonna divide this county… Read more
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New government plaza now in the works!
OZARK, MO — Christian County bought 40 acres on Hwy 14 west of B & B Theater/Big Whiskeys to develop a new government plaza now in the works. Presiding Commissioner Lynn Morris said the county bought the land free and clear in 2020. The previous county commission had the idea of developing a government plaza… Read more
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Journalist now harassed by City of Sparta!
SPARTA, MO — A Christian County journalist now harassed by the City of Sparta is speaking out. Former Mayor Jenni Davis filed a complaint May 22 with Sparta Police, claiming that John Cockroft, (aka “Johnny Rooster”) the publisher of the Christian County Trumpet, harassed her 4 times. Judge Doug Bacon set a trial date for… Read more
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OSST wants Ozark R-VI to leave MSBA now, become independent
David Cort addresses the audience Thursday at the Ozark Library. OZARK, MO— Ozark Schools Support Team (OSST), an independent concerned citizens group, wants Ozark R-VI to leave MSBA so citizens can have greater input in the district. Speaking to more than 20 citizens gathered Thursday evening at the Ozark Library were David Cort, Wade Wheeler,… Read more
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Storm now leaves area looking like a war zone!
Ozark, MO — A nighttime summer storm battered trees, downed power lines, and left Christian County looking like a war zone before daybreak July 31. Christian County Trumpet captured the following photos of the mayhem! Read more
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You won’t believe what Ozark School is doing to a former teacher!
OZARK, MO — I was recently blocked from emailing anyone in the school district. I can’t email my daughters’ teachers. I can’t email their coaches and activity sponsors. I can’t email their principals, assistant principals, or counselors. I can’t email district administrators and staff. I can’t even email school board members. I wasn’t informed I… Read more
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New jail, new judge on horizon for county
SPARTA, MO — At a county advisory and planning meeting Saturday, March 25, at the Sparta Library, Christian County Presiding Commissioner Lynn Morris told the audience the county has invested in 40 acres west of B & B theater for a new jail. And, eventually, an additional judge will be needed. “Our county continues to… Read more
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Part 3: Missouri hick goes alone to Mardi Gras New Orleans!
Rural Missouri hick gets a taste of New Orleans Mardi Gras all by his lonesome! Read more
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Here’s your chance to make a difference now
OZARK, MO — Do you know a kid? Think about the kids you know. Think about the world they’re growing up in. My 13-year-old son is in 7th grade. He said to me recently, “I already know the kids who are going to use drugs. They’ve already told me they’re planning to do it.” He… Read more
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I went to New Orleans Mardi Gras season by myself
NEW ORLEANS, LA — I went to New Orleans Mardi Gras season by myself last week. My wife was visiting her family in Colorado, and I wanted a change of scenery. My son and I enjoyed Sunday evening Feb. 12, as many folks did, watching Super Bowl LVII. The game was memorable, even if you… Read more