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WELCOME............................................. page 4 Business Events.................................................. page 5 FOOD HARPS–Open & Ready................................... page 6 De Soto’s hometown pharmacy moves......... page 7 Harps/Grocery Stores/Pharmacies History... page 8 Local Restaurants Wanda’s–a special place to feel at home......page 10 EVENTS Holiday Festivities.................................... pages12/13 FAITH Creation • Christ and Christmas................. page 14 Advent Worship, DYM open mic night..... page 15 PEOPLE Celebrations/remembering 2016.......... pages16/17 Student Galleries De Soto USD 232, De Soto Library........ page 18/19 HEALTH & SAFETY Holiday Pet Tips, The Flu Season........... page 20/21 HISTORY De Soto Historical Society 2017 Calendars...page 22 Discovering De Soto is a free on-line features publication, with printed editions distributed throughout the community of De Soto.

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The HOLIDAY/FOOD issue of Discovering De Soto is filled with old and new ventures. We welcome HARPS, as they have completed construction and are now open! Also in this issue–a look at past and present drug stores and former grocery stores. Enjoy De Soto’s local restaurants with some added history.

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NEW–“Business events”and “Celebrations” Pages showcasing local businesses, people and events.

You’ll find a complete listing of Holiday Events in the center spread for you easily remove and/or print and post on your fridge. Also mention ads in this issue for additional savings offers.

Faith and Student Galleries are also featured with local artists of all ages.

Throughout 2017, Discovering De Soto will feature various historical aspects of De Soto as we celebrate 160 years 1857-2017 as a community!

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A Very Merry & Blessed Christmas, Peace and Joy in 2017!

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It was an exciting morning on Wednesday, November 9th, when HARPS had its Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting Cermony in De Soto.

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HARPS-Open & ready to be your hometown grocery store!

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The shelves have been filled at HARPS and it is now open.

You’ll find with a wide variety of groceries, produce, meats, bakery goods, pharmaceutical goods, and an assortment of merchandise. photo by rmbprints.com

A high quality grocery chain, with a community Grocers, who works very closely in the development and setting up of new retail grocery stores. Eight HARPS focus, plants its first Kansas store in De Soto. stores have opened in the last five months. De Soto is Discovering De Soto has been following the progress and development of HARPS–along with the City of De Soto, the De Soto Chamber of Commerce and the many individuals that make up our community.

We are all proud and pleased to announce the Grand Opening of HARPS full service Grocery Store!

The 32,000 sq. ft. HARPS is its largest store format (having 22,000 and 18,500 sq. ft. formats also available). De Soto can be proud that this is HARPS first store in the state of Kansas!

When you first walk in you will be tempted to say, “Toto...we are not in [De Soto] Kansas anymore!”

You’ll find plenty of brand new aisles of food and groceries–that can easily compete with any of the larger grocers that we have had to drive to for years.

“Currently there are 85 stores in the states of Arkansas, Missouri, Oklahoma and now Kansas.

HARPS looks to expand to 100 stores in the next year,” said Don Edge, from Associated Wholesale

paving the way in Kansas, as additional stores are on the horizon in the “Sunflower State.”

HARPS is headquartered in Springdale, Arkansas.

Vice President of Store Planning, J. Max Van Hoose, prior roots with Kansas include the University of Kansas, where he earned his MBA; and previous employer, Hallmark Greeting Cards. Additional information from the HARPS site says “Harps has aggressive growth plans.” The Company’s strategy has been to

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NOW OPEN 7 days a week from 7 am to 10 pm 34040 Commerce Drive, De Soto, Kansas 66018

913-585-9876

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Cedar Creek Pharmacy new location inside HARPS. Located in the southwest corner at the front of the store. photo by rmbprints.com

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Lori looks at the cause of symptoms and health problems with an integrative approach to health care, of which diet and exercise are huge components.

Education is also an important area for Lori. She teaches continuing education classes for nurses at Johnson Community College.

Since the mid 90’s, students from The Kansas University School of Pharmacy have been part of a series of 4-week rotations at Cedar Creek Pharmacy. In the past two years, Johnson County Community College Pharmacy Technicians have also participated in rotations.

Lori’s education and studies include Kansas University, Degree in Pharmacy (1988) and a diploma in Homeopathic Studies/Natural Medicine from Westbrook University (1998). continued on page 9

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De Soto’s hometown pharmacy moves inside HARPS

Cedar Creek Pharmacy new location with same quality service began November 9th.

Lori Murdock has been De Soto’s Pharmacist since 1992. She will continue serving our community within the new HARPS Grocery Store that recently opened on November 9th. Cedar Creek Pharmacy is located inside HARPS at 34040 Commerce Drive (in the front, left southwest corner of the store).

You’ll find the same “fast, friendly, reliable and personal service” that you have grown accustomed to over the years. The natural medicine products will continue to be an important part of the pharmacy, as well as a drive-up window, which is visible on the left side of the HARPS building.

“This has been good for both of us,” said Lori Murdock, owner and pharmacist. “HARPS worked extremely well with me and met my needs. It is a good match, as both have a strong hometown philosophy.”

HARPS, an employee-owned business, is proud of their stores, which may include a pharmacy. They are a company that works with communities and negotiated with Cedar Creek Pharmacy prior to building. “They were gracious to offer this opportunity,” said Lori.

“Their location gives Cedar Creek Pharmacy much more visibility, and allows me to build on my programs of health and wellness.”

They rearranged space to accommodate the natural health products that are an important part of Cedar Creek’s health care treatments and alternatives. These include various homeopathic remedies, dietary supplements and vitamins. “Natural medicine” is Cedar Creek’s niche specialty, providing individual consultations to provide information and educate you in helping you make informed health decisions.

Now Located in HARPS Your Hometown Full Service Pharmacy since 1992

Independently Owned and Operated Franchised with Health Mart Systems

Thank you for your business and loyalty.

We look forward to serving you in our new location–inside HARPS Located in the front, left southwest corner NOW OPEN 9am - 6pm Monday - Friday 9AM - 1 PM Saturday • Closed Sunday

SAME PHONE: 913-583-1117 FAX 913-585-9801 www.cedarcreekpharmacy.org 34040 Commerce Drive • inside HARPS SW Corner

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differentiate itself from the competition based on quality, service, and freshness at competitive prices.”

Their Meat Department promotes “no solution/no sodium added fresh beef, pork and chicken.” You’ll also find customized cakes, Martha Harp fried chicken, donuts and rolls. The Harps name signifies quality.

Locally, Johnny Chapman, is the De Soto HARPS Store Manager.

Johnny began his career with HARPS in Mountain Home, Arkansas. He was 16 years old and carried out groceries.

He attended The University of Arkansas and received his degree in Business Administration. Leaving Fayetteville he became the Grocery Manager of HARPS in Joplin, Missouri. The following year he became the Store Manager in Jasper, Arkansas.

Johnny Chapman’s staff in De Soto includes five department heads: John Graybill, Meat Department; Connie Philippeit, Grocery Manager; Ryan Tinsley, Deli/Bakery Manager; Austin Strickland, Produce Manager, and Bryan Thompson, Merchandise Manager.

Four of the managers have transferred from other HARPS stores, and one is a new employee–each with a wealth of experience to bring to De Soto. HARPS brings over 60 new jobs to De Soto.

You’ll find an informative printed circular when you enter HARPS that will introduce you to our new grocery store in our community. Direct mail pieces will be initially distributed, with advertising circulars that will become part of the Kansas City Star. “HARPS Customer Appreciation Days” will occur at a later date. Visit www.harpsfoods.com where you’ll also find a wealth of information.

Champman, store manager, says, “We look forward to working with the community and to exceed expectations. We are very appreciative of the great support we have received from everyone.”

–Rose Burgweger interview with Johnny Chapman, Store Manager, HARPS, De Soto, Kansas

Photo above left: “Star Market” circa 1940’s owned by Kraus family and then the Scott family. Current location is the fire department parking lot.

Photo on right: Corner Market circa 1959 operated by Meinke, then Davison family. Current location of Caprine Supply. Additional grocery stores were owned by Coker families and Apple Market owned by Morse family. photos courtesy of the De Soto Historical Society

The early beginnings of HARPS...

Harvard and Floy Harp founded Harps in 1930.

They started the first store with $500 in cash that Harvard had saved while working in the citrus industry in California. The first store was Harps Cash Grocery and was located in Springdale, AR. Over the next 34 years they remodeled, expanded, and moved to bigger buildings as their business continued to grow.

By the early 1950’s, Harvard and Floy’s oldest son, Don, had joined them in the business. In 1964 Harps became a small chain when the second store was opened in North Springdale.

By the mid 1960’s, Don’s brothers, Gerald and Reland, were also involved in managing the Company. Don became CEO and President in 1968 at the death of his father and continued to guide Harps until 1994. Gerald Harp assumed the duties of CEO and President in 1995 when the Company purchased Don’s stock, and at the same time, purchased a ten-store chain.

In 2001, the Company did a leveraged buy-out with the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) purchasing outstanding stock from the family and management.

Once again the leverage of the Company increased substantially. After spending the next four years reducing debt, Harps began rapid growth through acquisition and new store construction. Kim Eskew was named President in 2008. Since becoming employee-owned, employees have seen amazing growth in their stock.

Harps is the largest employee-owned company headquartered in Arkansas.

–excerpts from “Our History” http://www.harpsfood.com/custom_retailer/history/ photo from Harps web site

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Photo on left: drug store/De Soto State Bank building circa 1910 current location Great American Bank lot. Photo below left: drug store circa 1922 later owned by Oscar Kobler and current location Clip-In-Time building. photos courtesy of the De Soto Historical Society

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Photo below: drugstore building of Hank Short, pharmacist east of current library building

Cedar Creek Pharmacy in the Medical Clinic on Lexington Avenue

After graduating from KU, Lori worked at Lawrence Memorial Hospital as a pharmacist. In February of 1992, Cedar Creek Pharmacy opened its doors in the Medical Clinic built by Dr. Inzerillo on Lexington Avenue. Lori was the pharmacist in charge. In October 2004 she purchased the business from Lynn Quiring.

In 2008, Cedar Creek Pharmacy moved to a small medical complex at 8960 Commerce Drive, where local physician Charissa Richard and physician assistant James Boyer practice.

Moving “around the corner” on Commerce Drive, Lori looks forward to continuing pharmaceutical care for both her longtime friends and the new customers this move will bring. She is excited for the growth HARPS will bring to De Soto and their high standards they bring to the community.

Lori not only has provided a caring community pharmacy for many years, but also has expanded that concept outside of “business hours.” She is graciously involved in many facets of the De Soto community– City Council Member, Rotary President, facilitated the De Soto Food Pantry, and was Committee Chair for Boy Scout Troop #54. Kudos for all that you have contributed to De Soto and all the best as you move forward in your new location.

–Rose Burgweger interview with Lori Murdock, pharmacist and owner, Cedar Creek/Rx HealthMart Pharmacy

Nostaligic history of De Soto’s Pharmacies...

The 1883 history reports two drug stores in De Soto and it has never been without one. However, in 1946, when Oscar Kobler bought it from Foley, its nature changed with changing times. No prescriptions–but as most such stores nowadays, and there are thousands, are called SUNDRIES. It is a strange paradox, that in the days when physicians carried most of their own medicines, there were more prescription departments, than since they carry almost none. In 1906 or 07, B. C. Culp built a drug store and bank building, where the bank now is. It burned in 1912, and the next year he built the large building on the southeast corner of Second and Wea, and carried on there. After his death, his wife tried to carry on, but her health failed.

She sold it in 1917 to A.C. Cook (who was on the board which built the High School Building), who sold, I believe to Mr. Gaynor, and he in turn, to James Foley.

In the early 30’s, he bought and remodeled the old Taylor Store east side, and made it an up-to-date store as it looks today. With the influx of SOW, the heavy strain broke his health and he sold out January 1944 to Tague and Thompson. Two years later, Oscar Kobler bought it and made it KOBLER SUNDRIES. As most parents know, from then on, it became the social center of town for the youth. If you couldn’t or can’t find your youngster, “Call the Drug Store, 16”, and more than likely they’ll be there. And it has been so conducted that you need not worry about them, for if they get out of line, Oscar bawls them out, they take it and come back for more.

–excerpts from “De Soto, Kansas is 150 Years Old” 1857-2007, featuring “De Soto, Kansas is 100 Years Old” 1857-1957 by Dot Ashlock-Longstreth, page 49 “Like” De Soto Kansas Historial Society on facebook and enjoy turning back time as you view posts and photos.

facebook link: www.facebook.com/desotokshistoricalsociety Photos courtesy of the De Soto Historical Society

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Wanda’s–A special place to feel at home

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Eat and savor the food and fellowship at this delightful hometown restaurant.

Nearby suburban residents and locals enjoy country cookin’ at Wanda’s Roadside Cafe in De Soto. It was established on January 7, 2012. Wanda moved in and found a home–for both herself and the community.

Wanda Riedhart, owner and awesome cook, of Wanda’s Roadside Cafe, “fell in love with De Soto, its community and great schools.” Wanda’s is a place reminiscent of your grandma’s house with lots of great home cookin’.

There is time to chat, and greet people with a warm hug– much needed in today’s world.

With a solid background in culinary, Wanda says, “My restaurant experience began as soon as I was big enough to push a broom.” She grew up in a family restaurant environment out on the west coast. In El Paso de Robles, Wanda worked for 15 years at the Pasa Robles Inn–an area of California wineries, olive oil and almonds. She also worked in the restaurant business at Laughlin, Nevada, along the Colorado River.

Her kids brought her to Kansas. She first opened a diner in Colony, Kansas, in between Iola and Garnett.

She liked the idea of “homemade food.” Her daughter had moved to De Soto, with her husband who is from the area. “My daughter and Loya [Berry] are the reason the restaurant is here,” said Wanda. They kept encouraging Wanda to come to De Soto. Things began to come together. “We didn’t have a grill...and in the next 24 hours it was provided,” said Wanda.

She knows this restaurant was meant to be.

In addition to the hometown atmosphere, there is really great food! I personally can vouch for the wonderful homemade pies, generous portions of breakfasts and dinners. And the mashed potatoes and beef are so warm, tasty and tender...great comfort food! “I don’t want you to leave my house hungry,” says Wanda. She likes to keep her food local and fresh–with meats from Steve’s Meat Market, produce from Bowlin’s Farms and other local vendors.

Wanda’s, located at 33080 W. 83rd St. in De Soto and is open Wednesday-Sunday 7 am to 2 pm.

Frenzels BBQ is served Saturdays 4 pm to 8 pm.

–written by Rose M. Burgweger interview with Wanda Riedhart, at Wanda’s Roadside Cafe

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Wanda at Wanda’s Roadside Cafe at 33080 W. 83rd Street in De Soto photo by Rose M. Burgweger www.rmbprints.com

Enjoy some nostaligic history of 83rd and Wea This corner has fed us many a fine meal with its variety of places to eat...

“Blue Tomato” was a fun, artsy gourmet place with owners from Lawrence. Mexican food was served briefly.

Doc and Bruties had plenty of atmosphere and great pizza for many years.

Prior to these eating establishments, U.S. Post Offices were contained in the building during the 1940’s and 1960’s.

An early photograph from 1936 shows a Cafe’ was open, next to Coker Bros. photos courtesy of the De Soto Historical Society

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De Soto High School Winter Band/Choir Concert Thursday • December 1 • 7 pm 35000 W 91st Stree in De Soto

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Enjoy the “artic penguin display” on east 83rd Street, courtesy of Carriage Houses of Johnson County.

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Continuing the tradition of the “Hallelujah Chorus”

The City of De Soto’s Annual Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting Saturday • December 3 • 5:30 pm City Hall • 32905 West 84th watch for Santa at 5:35 pm Annual Rotary Club Community Supper 5 pm Serving Soup and Chili in the Senior Center Donations are appreciated!

De Soto Arts Council Arts Center lower level of City Hall 5-7 pm Serving Desserts

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Kaw Prairie Church Christmas at KILL CREEK Barn 913-764-KPCC www.kawprairie.org

December 18 • 4 pm & 6 pm K10 & Kill Creek Road in De Soto

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Student-led Christmas Service with Holy Communion Bring a clean, new/like-new blanket to keep you warm and then leave it as an offering for a Blanket Collection for the Homeless.

CHRISTMAS WORSHIP De Soto United Methodist Church 913-583-1359 www.desotoumc.org

Sunday • December 18 • 10 am De Soto Choir • Cantata Sing • The First Noel Celebrating the Birthday of a King Christmas Eve Services Saturday • December 24 • 4 pm & 8 pm Christmas Day Service Carols & Cocoa Sunday • December 25 • 10 am De Soto Baptist Church 913-583-1359 www.desotobaptistchurch.com

Sunday • December 25 • 11 am Advent Worship on page 15

Faith Builders International 913-583-1670 www.faithbuildersinternational.com

A chorus of angels singing “Joy to the World” Crafts created by the De Soto Baptist Church Ladies

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Sunday • December 25 • 10 am A Story to Tell the World

Join us for A HOLIDAY Open House of ARTISANS • ART • CRAFTS • FOOD

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DE SOTO MAINSTREET CRAFTERS Open Every Saturday • 10 am - 3 pm in November & December Saturday • December 3rd • 10 am - 6 pm 33080 West 83rd Street check our facebook page for updates

HOLIDAY MARKET AT THE BARN Saturday • December 10 • 10 am - 4 pm 9200 Kill Creek Road Santa visits around 11:30 see ad at right

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De Soto United Methodist Church CHRISTMAS COOKIE SALE 913-583-1359 www.desotoumc.org

December 10 • 9 am - 2 pm 8760 Kill Creek Road in De Soto Home-made Christmas Cookies $5 a pound Proceeds benefit “Girls on the Run” at Starside Elementary

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Creation • Christ and Christmas

and called the light “day” and the darkness “night.”

from GENESIS 1:3-5

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In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning.

Through Him all things were made...

In Him was Life... and the light of men.

The light shines in the darkness and the darkness has not overcome it.

The Word became flesh and dwelled among us. from John 1:1-14

The Holy Bible–Scripture is compiled of verses interwoven with “golden threads” that show God’s divine hand throughout His Inspired Word.

For ten years I have designed Desktop Calendars, each with a different “thread” or theme. I have loved studying Scripture and seeing how God’s Word unfolds. It is always amazing how the photos and Scripture verses come together, as I sense God’s hand interweaving them. Themes have included: Country Fields & Rural Posts, Fields & Meadows, Trees of the Field, Streams of Waters, Joys & Blessings, Every Good Path, The Skies Declare the Glory of God, Celebrating Life and Along the Roadside.

As I was writing this article, I found the very first calendar I did in 2007 with the same photo from this year’s “LORD of all Creation 2017 Desktop Calendar.

This was especially worshipful to compile and work on. Threads of God’s beautiful work of creation begin in the book of Genesis and continue throughout the Bible. When you take a close, introspective look at our world–the skies do declare the Glory of God, man is fearfully and wonderfully made, there is a delicate beauty and design observed throughout creation.

An intriguing description of God’s greatest work is tucked away in the Old Testament in Photographed at Rock Springs 4-H Camp 2016

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Proverbs 8:22-31 alluding to Christ’s presence at creation: “The LORD brought me forth as the first of his works, before his deeds of old; I was appointed from eternity, from the beginning, before the world began.

When there were no oceans, I was given birth, when there were no springs abounding with water; before the mountains were settled in place, before the hills, I was given birth, before he made the earth or its fields or any of the dust of the world.

I was there when he set the heavens in place, when he marked out the horizon on the face of the deep, when he established the clouds above and fixed securely the fountains of the deep, when he gave the sea its boundary so the waters would not overstep his command, and when he marked out the foundations of the earth.

Then I was the craftsman at his side. I was filled with delight day after day, rejoicing always in his presence, rejoicing in his whole world and delighting in mankind.”

To prepare your heart during this Advent Season consider reading “CHRIST before the Manger” by Ron Rhodes. You’ll find a rich depth of Christ as your Savior, Creator and Shepherd–born unto you this Christmas Day! –Rose M. Burgweger

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The four Sundays leading up to Christmas Day and the Christmas Season in the life of the church are a wonderful foundation upon which to build both continuing and new opportunities and participation.

Each Sunday of Advent is designated with a specific reminder of the changes brought into our world at this time: Hope * Peace * Joy * Love. Each service of Worship focuses on the designated word for the week. These will be introduced by Pastor Richard Copeland on November 27th at the 11 am Worship Service, with a major focus on Hope.

On December 4th, there will be observance of the Lord’s Supper, with a focus on the Peace we can find through acceptance of Christ into our lives.

Joy is the word for December 11th, and this will be beautifully exemplified by the “Jr. Joys” Choir under the direction of Mrs. Tami Reeves, presenting their traditional program of Christmas music and drama. At 1:45 pm the Adult and Youth Choir, under the direction of Mr. Jeff Hodges, will perform in the Atrium of Crown Center.

December 18th focuses on the celebration of Love, as made known through the coming of Christ into our lives and world. Pastor Copeland will present his longtime tradition of dramatization of a Biblical character as he portrays Simeon, the devote man told by God that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord’s Christ. This was fulfilled as Mary and Joseph with Jesus entered the temple on the 40th day after His birth.

At 7:00 pm the Adult/Youth Choir will present the traditional Christmas Cantata “Voices of Christmas”, preceded by the instrumental ensemble of Winds and Brass playing Christmas carols from the Balcony.

Reception will follow, and children of all ages will look forward to the “special visitor” who comes with the traditional sacks of oranges and candy!

On Christmas Day, Sunday, December 25th, one Worship Service will be held at 11 am (no church school classes on that day). The service will feature a variety of music and other elements to honor and celebrate this important date in our Christian journeys.

Looking ahead, the traditional “Celebration of Love Banquet”–which benefits our Love Gift Fund of local, regional, and national outreaches will take place in February. More information will be available on the church website www.desotobaptistchurch.com –submitted by Mary Etta Copeland De Soto Baptist Church

First Sundays from 6 pm to 9 pm beginning December 4th “We supply the stage, YOU supply the talent.”

This family-friendly event is FREE and open to all in the community! Sing, play an instrument, dance and read poetry. Sign-ups to perform begin at 6 pm.

Check out First Sundays Live or DeSoto Youth Ministries facebook pages DYM is an interdenominational group that also meets every Thursday evening for Extreme Life– geared to middle school/high school students.

They are active locally and internationally, with their 50th mission trip to Nicaragua coming March 2017.

Questions? info@desotoyouthministries.org www.desotoyouthministries.org/missions 33180 W. 83rd Street in De Soto 913-583-3411

HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH 820 Birch Street in Eudora

Phone: 785-542-2788 holyfamilyeudora.com

Thanksgiving Day Service 9 am Community Christmas Caroling December 11th at 5 pm in the Old Stone Church

Feast of the Immaculate Conception December 8th 7 am and 6 pm Christmas Eve Mass 5 pm Christmas Day Mass 9:30 am Vigil of Solemnity of Mary (New Year’s Eve) 5 pm Religious Education and Youth Groups K-8 from 6 to 7 pm High School 7:15 to 8:30 pm

Our mission is to help students develop a personal relationship with Christ, an understanding of our Catholic Faith and to facilitate encounters with the Holy Spirit. For more information, please contact Molly Pratt,Youth Director, at 785.542.2788.

“Accept the risen Jesus into your life. Even if you have been far away, take a small step toward him: he awaits you with open arms.”–Pope Francis

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Patrick Thomas Stallbaumer, born April 12, 2016 Parents Paul & Maddy (Frehe) Stallbaumer DHS graduates 2010.

Henry Michael Burns, born October 31, 2016 Parents Cody & Morgan (Frehe) Burns DHS graduate 2007.

Evelyn Maine, born January 9, 2016.

Parents Josiah & Michaela (Frehe) Maine DHS graduate 2008.

Mary Etta Copeland retired

May 2016 De Soto USD 232 with 50 years of service.

The Copelands came to De Soto in 1967. Mary Etta taught in all three of the buildings which housed De Soto High School during her years of service. She taught Choral Music, as well as Psychology. Highlights include: taking students to Chicago to participate in America Sings; group performance in Carnegie Hall; working with renown composers Jester Hairston and Peter Bagley; and working with over 1,000 soloists in competitions and being part of over 50 Broadway Shows. Mary Etta was inducted into the Kansas Teachers Hall of Fame and the Kansas Teacher of the Year Team in 2001. My cherished memory is students telling me “I taught them so much more than just music.”

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Zachary Frieling, awarded the Gold Medal in Culinary Arts at the annual Skills USA National Leadership and Skills Conference Skills USA Championships. DHS graduate 2013.

More than 6,000 high school/college, students across the country competed. Zach won a full tuition scholarship to the Culinary Institute of America, one of the leading culinary schools in the world. He will begin this wonderful opportunity January 2017, in New York.

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The first annual Fall Festival was held in downtown De Soto. Lots of food trucks, craft vendors, kids dressed up for Halloween and folks from in and around De Soto filled 83rd Street. It successfully energized downtown!

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First Row (left to right): Gabriella Watson (Riverview), Riley Buckendorf (Horizon), and Paige Kerr (Mize). Second Row (left to right): Hannah Purkey (Mill Creek Middle School), Connor Cravens (Lexington Trails Middle School), Alyssa McNemee (Starside), Carter Cline (Clear Creek), Abby Lawrenz (Belmont), and Macy Bidnick (Prairie Ridge).

Not pictured: Morgan Schuler (Mill Valley), Kyle Carnes (De Soto High), Sarah and Grace Kauffman (Monticello Trails) Shown at left: De Soto USD #232 district building reception area displaying the district’s Student Art Collection.

2016 District-wide Art Program Awards USD #232 annual district-wide art program, encouraging the arts for K-12.

Students from each school received an outstanding honor from the Board of Education and were recognized at the board meeting on October 3, 2016. Their artwork was selected to be on permanent display at the Board of Education building in De Soto.

District art teachers select original works of art, created the previous school year, from among their students to become part of the permanent collection.

The following students received creative achievement awards as our 2016 Art Award Winners: Macy Bidnick (Prairie Ridge) Riley Buckendorf (Horizon) Kyle Carnes (De Soto High School) Carter Cline (Clear Creek) Connor Cravens (Lexington Trails Middle School) Sarah and Grace Kauffman (Monticello Trails) Paige Kerr (Mize) Abby Lawrenz (Belmont) Alyssa McNemee (Starside) Hannah Purkey (Mill Creek Middle School) Morgan Schuler (Mill Valley High School) Gabriella Watson (Riverview) –submitted by USD #232

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De Soto Neighborhood Library NEWS & EVENTS:

Great news from the De Soto Neighborhood Library–we now have a new copy machine and scanner. This copy machine will make color copies for 50 cents; black and white copies for 15 cents. The feature we are most excited about, the scanning option. You can scan documents, family photos, identification cards, and more to a data stick for free. From the data stick you can email yourself and save your items. If you do not have a data stick, you can borrow one. We look forward to having these services available to the community.

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Mize Elementary Students will have their work on display through the month of November.

Be sure to stop by your De Soto Neighborhood Lilbrary and check out the art displays that change monthly.

De Soto Unified School District 232 Community Engagement Survey, now through Nov. 27 The school district is seeking input from the community through an online survey as part of an important visioning process.

The feedback will help USD 232 plot a course to provide exceptional educational opportunities for students.

The key question we are asking is “What do we want our school district to be for our students?”

The visioning process will assist the Board of Education in crafting a vision for the future that reflects the wishes of the school district community.

Participate in the Online Survey, now through November 27 http://bitly.com/usd232survey2016

noon to 2 pm. Please call 913-826-4600 or come in.

The only thing as enjoyable as reading a good book is talking about it. Join the De Soto Book Group the first Wednesday of the month at 1 pm, in TriCentury Bank, 33485 Lexington Avenue.

Upcoming Monthly Book Selections: November–Leaving Time by Jodi Picoult https://jocolibrary.bibliocommons.com/item/ show/1336384036_leaving_time December–The Boys in the Boat by Daniel Brown https://jocolibrary.bibliocommons.com/item/ show/1249931036_the_boys_in_the_boat January–I Will Send Rain by Rae Meadows https://jocolibrary.bibliocommons.com/item/ show/1470969036_i_will_send_rain February–The Atomic Weight of Love by Elizabeth J. Church https://jocolibrary. bibliocommons.com/item/show/1450041036_ the_atomic_weight_of_love

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Crack the Code TEEN/TWEEN EVENT Thursday, December 8, from 4 pm to 6 pm

Teens and tweens are invited to drop in for an hour of coding fun. With a variety of free websites, kids can learn coding basics and share knowledge to help others. The Library provides laptops or you can bring your own. All skill levels welcome.

–submitted by Kari Engleman, Information Specialist De Soto Neighborhood Library 33145 W 83rd Street www.jocolibrary.org/locations/desoto Closed Sunday & Monday Open Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 10 am-6 pm Thursday 1 pm-8 pm Saturday: 10 am-2 pm

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Chief Mike Whim The Northwest Consolidated Fire Department sponsors “Public Safety and Information” Ads (shown on right).

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Pet owners should be especially careful about food that is out and accessible to their pets during the holidays. Digestive upsets that cause intestinal disease are frequently seen this time of year.

Tinsel on your Christmas tree can cause serious intestinal problems if your cat injests. Chocolate and certain plants such as mistletoe can be toxic to pets. When choosing stocking stuffers for dogs, avoid raw hides and chews that can be eaten quickly. Many times these get stuck in their upper intestinal tract or can be contaminated causing stomach upset and vomiting or diarrhea. Try to purchase chew bones that are for the aggressive chewer.

These will provide hours of chewing enjoyment for your pooch. Above all, remember the holidays can be stressful for your pets. Don’t forget to give them all the love and attention they continue to deserve.

The flu season begins as

the weather changes. The flu can occur throughout the year, but the virus tends to circulate from late fall to early spring. It spreads from person to person through droplets, such as when someone coughs or sneezes.

When gathering with family and friends this season, make sure you’re protecting yourself and your loved ones from getting the flu.

While most people recover fully after getting the flu, some are at risk for developing serious complications.

That high-risk group includes older adults 65 years and older, pregnant women, people with medical conditions like asthma or heart disease, and children five years and younger.

–submitted by Dr. VanderVelde, De Soto Veterinary Clinic According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the single best way to prevent the flu is to get vaccinated. It takes two weeks for your body to Providing Veterinary Services build resistance after receiving the flu shot, so if you over 30 years at our De Soto location haven’t received it yet, now is the time to do it.

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To commemorate the 160th anniversary of De Soto, a special 2017 calendar is now available to the community.

A huge “THANK YOU” De Soto Historical Society for keeping us up-to-date, educated and preserving the history of our hometown!

The group began this past summer and already has contributed much to De Soto’s posterity. During De Soto Days, “A Walk through De Soto’s History” was displayed in the downtown business storefronts.

Now, starting off the 160th Anniversary of De Soto, is the “De Soto, Kansas Historical Society 1857-2017 Celebrating 160 Years” 2017 Calendar.

Photos selected are shown to the right and include various scene’s on De Soto’s Main Street, the old Railroad Bridge, DHS Basketball Team, Peoria Street, Sunflower Ordinance Works Plant, various residents of De Soto’s past, parade photos and much more. Inside the calendar is a description for each photo shown. You’ll also find the historical group’s monthly meeting dates listed.

The calendar was expedited quickly by Kathy Ross and Linda Lane, so that it would be available for 2017. All proceeds go to the De Soto Kansas Historical Society to fund speakers and other historical events. Enjoy De Soto’s rich heritage!

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Also available at monthly meetings • Last Wednesdays each month

November 30th • 6:30 pm • City Hall City Council Room

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Located along Commerce Drive in De Soto, Custom Foods currently has 63 employees, who are the pride and quality workers of its company.

The manufacturing plant was built in 1997, and began production on February 1, 1998. In 2015, the plant expanded to its current 47,000 sq. ft. facility.

shown above: Custom Foods, Inc. 63 employees

There are climate-controlled production, warehousing, shipping and receiving dock areas. These are important facets in the food manufacturing industry.

shown at left: frozen dough balls coming down on the assembly line

Custom Foods holds Safe Quality Foods Level 2 Certification. In 2016 the Woodland Charity Humanitarian of the Year Award was received.

Local community involvement is important to Custom Foods. They are the proud sponsors of several De Soto community events.

9101 Commerce Drive De Soto, KS 66018 Phone (913) 585-1900 http://customfoods.co

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Warm Holiday Greetings from all of us at Custom Foods, Inc. to you and your families.

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