Mr. and Mrs. Don R. Bailey of Independence announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Cathy Jean, to James Franklin Anderson, son of Lt. Col and Mrs. F.B. Anderson of Ferrelview. The ceremony will commence Saturday, May 24 at the Bethel Baptist Church in Independence. Cathy is a 1976 graduate of Truman High School and is currently working at CenCor, Inc. of Kansas City. James graduated from Platte County R-3 High School in 1975, is a member of the Sigma Nu Fraternity and presently attends Missouri Western State College of St. Joseph.
Mr. and Mrs. James J. Higgins of Platte City announce the birth of their daughter on April 15 at the St. Mary’s Hospital, Kansas City, Mo. She has been named Heather Marie.
The sign-up has begun and dozens of horseback riders are preparing to “hit the trail” for the Fourth Annual Ride for Life. The scenic 40-mile trail ride is June 7 and 8, just north of Kansas City near Smithville. The two day event is a benefit for the Kidney Foundation, and brought in thousands of dollars last year. The trail winds in a figure eight. Rides will make camp for old-fashioned cookouts, a homemade dinner and entertainment Saturday night. Each rider needs to find sponsors and raise $20 or more in donations. Special awards will be given to those bringing in the most money.
