Lake Viking Newsfeed
Topics and information of more immediate concern or interest to Lake Viking members will be presented here. This information may be updated and expanded as developments occur, so please check here often.
Fish stocking
Around a dozen folks were on hand at the Yacht Club to witness Harrison Fishery stocking Lake Viking with 800 walleye. Mike Feiden, one of the onlookers, commented on LV Facebook: “It was a fantastic day for our fishery!” . Brett Bush, who is the Association contact...
Birding …and Snow Birding!
Dwight and Sharon Svuba have owned a house at Lake Viking since 2001. Needless to say, with eagles, herons, pelicans, and even occasional loons, the Lake has been a good place for Dwight to pursue his hobby of photographing birds. Each winter, however, the Svubas...
Holiday Safety Tips…
Holiday Safety Tips… Keep tree fresh by watering daily. Keep your tree at least three feet from heat sources such as candles, electric space heaters, or fireplaces. Inspect electrical decorations before using. Don’t overload your home’s electrical outlets/circuits....
Death: Henry Edsel Ford [1928-2020]
Henry Edsel Ford, 92, entered peacefully into rest on Nov. 4, 2020. He was born in Kansas City, MO, on Oct. 22, 1928, to Fred James and Lenore (Beem) Ford. He grew up in Winterset, IA, and graduated from Winterset High School in 1947. He enlisted in the Air Force in...
Death: Wilton Adkins [1933-2020]
Wilton Hugh Adkins, 87, Savannah, passed away Oct. 18, 2020, surrounded by family. Wilton was born Jan. 13, 1933, in Savannah to the late Merle Columbus and Crystal Ann (Schweizer) Adkins. He graduated from Rosendale High School in 1951 and was active in FFA, State...
Death: Jimmy Jordan [1956-2020]
Jimmy Jordan, 63, Gallatin, passed away Sept. 23, 2020, at his home. Jimmy was born Sept. 28, 1956, the son of James P. and Darlene (Davis) Jordan in Kansas City, KS. He grew up in Kansas City and made his roots there, however the family moved several times across...
Death: Billy Joe Latimer [1948-2020]
Billy Joe Latimer, 72, Cameron, passed away Nov. 2, 2020. Bill was born Jan. 21, 1948, in Niangua, MO, to Howard and Iris (Forgey) Latimer. He graduated from Penney High School, class of 1966. Bill was a Union Representative for the UAW Local 31, until his retirement....
Lake Viking quilters donate to local schools
Like everyone else, the Lake Viking Quilters’ routine was interrupted by COVID-19 hassles and restrictions. When the Lake Viking Clubhouse was closed in late March, the girls temporarily lost a meeting place. They met for a while after the clubhouse was open again but...
Welcome New Members – October 2020
Lot 2138 -- Michael & Connie Harris Lot 1056 -- Brent & Lauren Hancock Lot 1061 -- Syler Construction, Inc Lot 1743 -- James & Peggy Embrey Lot 503 -- Ronald & Elisabeth Bachman Lot 2138 -- Michael & Connie Harris Lot MH155 -- Brian & Jill Ward...
Add your email address
To have your email added to the Lake Viking membership list kept at the lake office, please email: [email protected]
Free Hot Tub
We have a 75x82 hot tub that is in nice condition but not currently working. We are getting a replacement and would like to give it away if you are handy. Give me a call if you want to see it. Phone 816-516-5299. Email: [email protected]
2020 — August Infractions & Warnings
Safety officers issued 32 infraction notices during the month of August. The infractions are as follows: No Boater Safety Card - 4 Movement Conflicting – 2 Unauthorized Watercraft – 2 Careless Operation of Watercraft - 2 Failure to Maintain Trash - 2 Peace...
Think safety when burning leaves
Here are a few tips to remember when burning leaves … Do not burn when winds are in excess of 15 mph.** Do not leave the area unattended while the leaf pile is burning. ** Plan to burn on a vegetation-free, level patch of dirt no more than 4’x4’ and at least 50’ from...
Late summer 2020 events prove popular!
The Lake Viking Activities Committee has provided a busy venue for membership during the past few weeks. The recent lineup started with Patio Party #3, held once again in the clubhouse area and featuring a group called Cheap Thrills. This group was a recent addition...
Welcome New Members — August 2020
Lake Viking Association welcomes the following new members for August 2020: . Lot 67 Todd & Tricia McCullough Lot 95 Dean Prather Lot 242 Joseph & Adrian Formanek Lot 302 Jim & Kenneta Grisham Lot 335 David & Phyllis Lawson Lot 593 William & Mara...
LV Safety Department Goals
An 8-page report focusing on the mission and goals of the Lake Viking Safety Department has been compiled. This report includes 1-year goals, 3-year goals, and 5-year goals and emphasizes a need to update the lake's watercraft before the start of the 2021 season. The...
Buyer looking for lake front home or lot
Dear Neighbors, I have a client who is looking for a lake front home that does not need to be completely remodeled Or a nice lake front lot on good water. If you have either please call me at 816.309.5031. Thank you. Kevin Trimble, your Lake Viking Realtor.
LAKE VIKING Lake Viking Church (Interdenominational) -- Rev. Robert Nelson, Pastor; Sunday School 9 a.m., worship 10 a.m. and Wednesday Bible study and prayer service 7 p.m. Email: [email protected] Lake Viking Church, located at the east entrance of the...
A history of Lake Viking Church In November, 1985, the Lake Viking News reported the following building permits granted by the Association for that year: 7 new homes, 2 new mobile homes, 11 utility buildings, 22 docks, 4 garages, and …1 church. At last! The Lake...
Ralph Crawford (1945-2020)
Ralph Crawford, 74, Kansas City, passed away July 12, 2020, at his home. He was born on July 13, 1945, to Lee and Hazel (Palmer) Crawford in Beckley, WV. Ralph grew up and attended school in Sophie, WV. On March 14, 1969, he was united in marriage to Judy McKellips....
Welcome New Members — July 2020
Lake Viking Association welcomes the following new members joining during July, 2020: Lot S125 -- Mark & Tammy Garrett, Lot 3098 -- Larry & Janet Rhoades, Lot 724 -- Douglas & Jill Anderson, Lot 2638 -- Kelly & Shelby Eads, Lot 1774 -- Thomas &...
2020 — July Infractions & Warnings
Safety officers issued 53 infraction notices during the month of July. The infractions are as follows: Excessive Night Speed – 7 No Boater Safety Card - 6 Movement Conflicting – 4 Unauthorized Watercraft – 4 Careless Operation of Watercraft - 3 Failure to Maintain...
2020 — June Infractions & Warnings
14 new infraction tickets were reviewed during the committee meeting held July 11; five people that attended in person for their ticket. A total of $1,320 in fines were issued. The warnings seem to be working to get members attention. The committee has challenged...
Boater Safety Update
In an effort to gain voluntary compliance with the association handbook, the Safety Department would like to remind you of a couple of rules. First, when operating a vessel at nighttime, you are required to display state approved navigational lighting when underway....
2020 — May Infractions & Warnings
5 tickets came before the committee and 5 fines were imposed: two for dogs roaming, two for decals missing on boats and one for misuse of a dumpster. Mark Leggett suggested that the Infraction Committee and Safety must work hand in hand. Mark presented an outline of...