Jim and Schatzi Ball of Parkville have returned from a 14-day trip to Antarctica and a copy of The Landmark was along for the fun. “The scenery was spectacular, whales and seals were fascinating but of course the cutest critters were the different kinds of penguins, Gentoo, Adelie and Chinstrap,” Schatzi said. “And we got to see the Chiefs win in the middle of pretty rough seas going through The Drake Passage!” she added. Headed somewhere noteworthy? Take a copy of The Landmark on your trip and snap a photo with the paper prominently displayed. Email your photo and accompanying information to ivan@plattecountylandmark.com.
45 Years Ago–April 25, 1980
Gary Oberdiek, Platte County, has been named to the 1979-80 edition of Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges. He is among 35 students from the University of Missouri-Columbia who have been selected as the country’s outstanding campus...