Volume 127, Number 2
Thursday, January 9, 2014
16 Pages, 70 Cents Plus Tax Per Copy
Stevens County Employees receive 3% COLA raises at close of 2013 The Stevens County Board of County Commissioners met in regular session Monday, January 6, 2014 with all members, James Bell, Pat Hall and Dave Bozone present. Also present were County Counselor Robert Johnson, County Clerk Pam Bensel and RoGlenda Coulter from The Hugoton Hermes. The following is just an agenda for the morning with a few of the unofficial highlights. Official minutes will be published at a later date.
The commissioners’ agenda was a very light one to start out 2014. It included: 8:30 - Bills; 9:30 - Tony Martin; 10:00 Dan Allison - landscape; 10:30 - Paula Rowden; and 12:00 - Lunch. When this reporter arrived at approximately 9:15 the commissioners were just finishing talking with Tony Martin. They talked roads and conditions of them and getting the change over for the asphalt plant. Tony also told of some of the county em-
ployees helping the Health Department move. Dan Allison was already present so they moved everyone ahead 30 minutes on the agenda. Mr. Allison is a representative from Abengoa. When the plant gets into full operation, possibly by spring, they will be producing a by-product called washed sand along with the other by-products screened out from what all they will be burning. They have a marketing plan and hope to get a cus-
City employees to receive 3% COLA raise The city council met in adjourned session from the meeting of December 9, 2013 December 30, 2013 with the following present: Mayor Jack E. Rowden; Councilmen Dean Banker, Mike Eshbaugh and Tron Stegman. Others present were City Clerk Thomas G. Hicks, Chief of Police Courtney Leslie, Outside Utilities Supervisor Paul Nordyke, Electric System Supervisor Gary Rowden, City Attorney Wayne R. Tate and Hugoton Hermes reporter Ruthie Winget. Absent were Councilmen Dan Corpening and Shannon Crawford. The motion was passed that uncollectible utility accounts in the amount of $2,881.65 be charged off with every effort made to collect the accounts.
Cereal malt beverage license for calendar year 2014 for Alco Discount Store #365 at 509 West Eleventh Street for sale in original and unopened containers and not for consumption on the premises was approved. Dominos Mexican Grill, Neito’s Café, Ranchito Tex-Mex Café and the Steakhouse were approved for licenses for consumption on the premises. The council approved the motion to grant a 3% increase in salaries and wages, effective January 1, 2014. Police Chief Courtney Leslie reported to the council that the Shop with a Cop was a great success. The officers took 24 children Christmas shopping. After going into executive session in regard to
personnel matters of nonelected personnel, the meeting adjourned. January 6, 2014 Hugoton City Council met in regular session January 6, 2014 in the council meeting room at 5:15 p.m. Present at the meeting were Mayor Jack E. Rowden, City Clerk Thomas G. Hicks, City Inspector Joshua Grubbs, Electrical System Supervisor Gary Rowden, Outside Utilities Supervisor Paul Nordyke and councilmen Dean Banker, Mike Eshbaugh, Dan Corpening, Shannon Crawford and Tron Stegman. Also attending the meeting were Stevens County Economic Development Director Neal Gillespie, KDI’s Judy Parsons and Hugoton Hermes reporter Ruthie Winget. City Attorney Wayne R. Tate and Police Chief Courtney Leslie were absent. The council approved the minutes of the two previous meetings as well as the December municipal judge’s report. Josh Grubbs reported that 81 building permits, 28 electrical permits, 26 mechanical permits and 67 plumbing permits were Continued to page 3
tomer base for this product. They are requesting the ok to build a landscape berm to show what can be done with this soil/ash. Sixty-nine tons per day or up to 80,000 tons in a year’s time is what they are projecting can be produced. They have been working with KDHE and just need the ok from the commissioners for the berm. The berm will be located at Abengoa’s pond site and will not have any blowing problems. The project will take around 20 years to complete and will include native grasses. The commissioners discussed the matter and gave their ok with a motion to allow the berm.
The minutes from the last meeting were checked over with a couple changes. Susan Schulte came in with some updates for the heat/air. She also brought in the bid received for the six foot fence around the outside units. Motion was made and passed to accept the bid from McBride’s. Paula came in early. She had to make sure that the commissioners approved the health department’s non discrimination plan. The motion was made and passed to approve the plan. Paula plans to bring in her incumbrance letter to the next meeting. She then requested an executive
session for non-elected personnel. Following the executive session, meeting adjourned. Commissioners Meeting December 27, 2013 The Stevens County Board of County Commissioners met in regular session Friday, December 27, 2013 with all members, James Bell, Pat Hall and Dave Bozone present. Also present were County Counselor Robert Johnson, County Clerk Pam Bensel and RoGlenda Coulter from The Hugoton Hermes. The following includes official minutes for the morning with a few of the unofficial highlights. The commissioners’ Continued to page 3
Hospital Board approves department policies The meeting of the hospital board was called to order Monday, January 6, 2014, at 5:30 p.m. in the hospital community room. Present were board members Warren Willis, Joyce Baughman, Milton Gillespie, Kirk Heger, Patty Lahey, Keith Rome and Dean Van Horn. Others present were Linda Stalcup, hospital administrator; Jennifer Featherson, director of nursing at Pioneer Manor; Kathie Harbison, Pioneer Manor administrator; Alisha Esarey, public relations and risk management; Dave Piper, chief financial officer; Dr. Samer AlHashmi (Dr. Sam); Dawn Maas, director of nursing at the hospital; Marreta Campbell from Home Health; Stacy Helget, clinic director; Diane Porter, human resources director; Michelle Martin, of the surgical department; and Hermes reporter Wilma Bartel. The minutes of the last
meeting and the current agenda were approved unanimously. First on the agenda was approval of the policies and procedures for Home Health, presented by Maretta Campbell, updated to include Grant County. After some discussion, the updated policies and procedures were approved unanimously. Michelle Martin of the hospital surgical department asked for approval of the departmental policies and procedures. She said there were no major changes; only a few policies had been updated to address the new computerized charting. The updated policies and procedures were approved unanimously. Diane Porter updated the board on the new hires since the last meeting and the positions still open. Dawn Maas presented the director of nursing/hospital report. She said there were no
major changes in their policies and procedures. The board voted unanimously to approve them. Stacy Helget gave the clinic report. The clinic saw a rise in patients treated during December as the flu season hit around Christmas. Dr. Sam gave the medical staff report. He said that of the positive flu cases they had seen, no one had had the flu shot, which indicates that the flu shot this year is a good match for the current virus. He added that he has delayed his scheduled vacation this month because of the increase of flu cases. Kathie Harbison updated the board on Pioneer Manor. Currently they have 70 residents. The Wander Guard system was implemented just before Christmas and there have been few issues with it, such as accidental alarm activation; it seems Continued to page 5
Laheys share the recent “Where in the World is The Hugoton Hermes”
Hugoton received a couple inches of snowfall Saturday night bringing with it cold temperatures and beautiful picture opportunities.
Postal rates increase in 2014 The United States Postal Service in September announced proposed price changes, including an increase in the price of a First-Class Mail singlepiece letter from 46 cents to 49 cents. The proposed changes, which will go into effect in January 2014, are intended to generate $2 billion in incremental annual revenue for the Postal Service. Highlights of the new single-piece First-Class Mail pricing, effective January 26, 2014 include: • Letters (one ounce) three-cent increase to 49 cents
Letters additional ounces - one-cent increase to 21 cents Letters to all international destinations (one ounce) -$1.15 Postcards - one-cent increase to 34 cents Stamp prices have stayed consistent with the average annual rate of inflation of 4.2 percent since the Postal Service was formed in 1971. Pricing for Standard Mail, Periodicals, Package Services and Extra Services also will be adjusted as part of a filing to the Postal Regulatory ComContinued to page 3
Tom and Patty Lahey were looking forward to a memorable Christmas cruise with their children and grandchildren. A few days before their departure, an email was exchanged between Patty and the Wagners from Rotenburg, Germany. Moscow residents know Joachim and Ellen well. They have been sponsors for the student exchange Moscow and Rotenburg have each year, 15 years running. Patty mentioned in her email they were going on a Christmas cruise to the Caribbean. The Wagners quickly replied back that they, too, were going on a cruise and on the exact same dates. To what islands might we be going, they ask? The Wagners told them and it just so happened one of their stops was at Cozumel, Mexico; the exact same day the Lahey family would be there! The Wagners traveled from Roten-
burg, Germany, to Tampa Bay, Fl. and departed on The Norwegian Dawn for their week long cruise. The Laheys departed from New Orleans, La. aboard a Carnival Cruise Ship. All this exchange of
information happened only two days before each family’s departure. Most would call this a coincidence, but Patty calls it a “God” incidence. A wonderful, rain soaked visit with the Wagners and
Patty Lahey holds a copy of The Hugoton Hermes she took with her while on a family cruise to the Caribbean with her grandchildren and
the Laheys was enjoyed. Joachim and Ellen say Happy New Year to all their good friends in Moscow and also to the sweet ladies at the Stevens County Museum.
children. Standing between Patty and husband Tom, are Ellen and Joachim Wagner. The group met in Cozumel where this picture was taken.
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Thursday, January 9, 2014
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Obituaries
Local Animal Control Officer praised by lucky puppy’s new owners Dear Editor, We live in the Dallas, Texas area but love visiting our grandparents in Hugoton and receiving the Hugoton Hermes in the mail. Our grandparents are Richard and Sally Claggett, aka Poppie and Mammie. When we were visiting them this past summer, we went to the Hugoton Animal Shelter and fell in love with a German Shepherd puppy mix that had been abandoned with his siblings and found wandering the Hugoton Cemetery. We recently read the letter in the paper from Ms. Smith, the animal control officer. It was a great article, and we want everyone to also know what a fabulous job Ms. Smith does. When we saw her driving by our grandparents’ house this summer, we flagged her down and she took the time to talk to us and show us pictures of the dogs at the shelter. Then she worked with our schedules to meet us at the shelter and was very helpful. Ms. Smith is very kind and you can tell she really cares for all the dogs that are at the shelter.
Abigayle and Andrew Farrier
adopted Atticus, because he is strong, yet gentle and kind, just like Atticus Finch, in “To Kill A Mockingbird”. Atticus fit in with our family immediately and is an awesome dog. He is incredibly smart and we have started obedience training with him and have registered him to start doing obedience dog shows. He is on his way from shelter dog to show dog!! Please support your hometown shelter. There are many ways – volunteering, donations, adopting, etc. Every time we are in Hugoton, we are going to the shelter to see Ms. Smith and to help her if we can or just play with the dogs that are at the shelter. We hope to see you there too. Thank you Ms. Smith for helping us find a lifetime friend in Atticus, and for being so kind and doing such a magnificent job with the shelter and the dogs looking for a home.
Having a dog as a pet is a fabulous thing, but adopting one makes it even that much more special. We named the dog we
Home Country One thing about cold: it drives folks indoors. But in some cases, it also can provide entertainment, enlightenment, laughter and education. We’re not talking your local PBS station, here, but Alphonse “Windy” Wilson. This time of year, Windy becomes a seasonal member of the Mule Barn truck stop’s world dilemma think tank, and usually sticks around until things thaw out. And this morning, Windy’s unique approach to the English language took on the weather outside. “Boys, I gotta tell you. This cold transmits me reversely to the winter of ’47. Cold? It thicklicated your blood so much you could hardly walk. You remember it, Doc? Ol’ Miller at the dairy had to ignitiolize a fire under the milk separator to liquinate it. Why, even the dickie birds got refrigelated up and crashed! “You boys know about them engine heatilations, right? Well, it was so cold we were obligatored to pre-heat the
He said unto me, “My grace is sufficient for thee: for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. II Corinthians 12:9
in the Christmas Matching Funds Grant. Contributions from now until January 15, 2014 will be matched 100% up to $40,000. Contributions may be sent to HCA, PO Box 744, Hugoton, Ks. 67951 or visit at 505 E. First Street in Hugoton. - Stauth Memorial Museum, 111 N. Aztec in Montezuma, will host a traveling exhibit of World War I posters. The exhibit will be available until January 19, 2014. The Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 to 4:30 p.m. and Sundays from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. They will be closed December 2325 for Christmas and December 30-January 1 for New Years. Admission is free. Call 620-846-2527 to set up a group tour. January 11 - Sew All Day at the Senior Center, 624 S. Main in Hugoton. Call 620-544-2283 for more information. - Adult Senior Prom at the Senior Center starting at 8:00 p.m. This event is sponsored by local 4-H members. They will provide food and
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blamed firewood before we could burn it. Diesel trucks were immobilating up at sixty miles an hour and it still took them a mile and a half to stop. “Some of the women were knitling up sweaters that would fit two people, just to take advantage of the body heat. Dang near caused epilemic divorce, ‘cause the husband wanted to go one way and the wife another. I tell you, it was parsimonium! It was blame near four days and nights erstwhile an ol’ he-coon down ‘long Lewis Creek recomnized he’d been treed by the hounds, ‘cuz the dogs’ bawling frosticated up concretely afore he could hear it.” Windy paused for a sip or two. No one wanted to interrupt. “Some winters,” Windy said, “just take the former limitarions to obliqueness!” Yeah. We’d always figured it that way, too.
fun! Cottonwood will play. January 11-12 - Second annual Hays Family Invitational Roping and Bull Dogging at the Hays Family Arena in Bristow, Ok. The event will begin at 1:30 p.m. after lunch. For entries, call Chance Hays for tie down at 620-205-9355 and Renee Hays for breakaway at 918-671-9648. For directions, please call Bart Hays at 918-625-2523 or Dustin Oswalt at 405-207-8147. January 12 - Retirement reception for Barbara Beeks at the Senior Center, 624 S. Main, Hugoton from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. - Community worship service at Bethel Friends Church at 1040 S. Jefferson. The service begins at 6:00 p.m. with fellowship and a casual meal following the service. An offering will be taken for the community benevolence fund of the Stevens County Ministerial Association. January 14 - Stevens County Economic Development will meet at the Senior Center, Sixth and Main in Hugoton, at 12:00
noon. January 15 - Last day to participate in Heritage Christian Academy’s Christmas Matching Funds Grant. Contributions can be sent to HCA, PO Box 744, Hugoton, Ks. 67951 or visit 505 E. First Street in Hugoton. January 20 - No school for USD 210 students due to Teacher Professional Development Day. -
their family and farmed. She was a homemaker. Her hobbies included sewing and quilting and she had a love of cats. Her children and grandchildren were her greatest joys in life. Her husband Don preceded her in death in August 2005. She was a member of the St. Leo Catholic Church, and St. Leo Daughters of Isabella and Alter Society. Survivors include six sons, Tom Schnittker and wife Kay, David Schnittker and wife Teresa, Eric Schnittker and wife Judy, Mark Schnittker and wife Helen, Brian Schnittker and wife Tresea and Will Schnittker and wife Thea; two daughters, Shery (Schnittker) Caldeira and Stacy (Schnittker) Schorr and husband Andrew; 19 grandchildren; and 15 great grandchildren. Parish Rosary was attended Tuesday, January 7, 2014 at St. Leo. Mass of Christian burial followed at
Lupe was a resident of Liberal since 1974. He worked for National Beef Packing Company, in the Hide Department, and retired after 32 years of employment. November 26, 1966, Lupe married Manuela Ortega in Garden City. She preceded him in death June 20, 2009. Survivors include his son
Friends and family gathered Tuesday to remember and honor Jim Alfrod Corser, 89, who passed away Thursday, December 26, 2013 at The Legacy at Park View in Ulysses. The son of William S. Corser and the former Alta M. Leader, he was born November 7, 1924 in Attica. Survivors include his son Van Corser and wife Mary of Ulysses; daughter Lou Ann Corser of Claremore, Ok.; and many other relatives and friends. Those preceding Mr. Corser in death were his par-
St. Leo Catholic Church in St. Leo Wednesday morning, January 8 with Father Curtis officiating.
Former Hugoton resident Garnet Fontell Littrell passed away at age 95 Saturday, December 29, 2013 at Via Cristi Village in Ponca City, Ok.
She was born in Hugoton March 3, 1918 to Harrison Myrle and Margaret Rebecca Jessa Lovelee (Reba) Burditt. March 9, 1938 Fontell married Ira Carl “Jack” Littrell. To this union six children were born, a stillborn son, four daughters and a son. Mrs. Littrell was a member of the First Christian Church of Hugoton. She was a home-
Martin Araiza Jr. The death of Martin Araiza Jr. has been learned. Mr. Araiza passed away Saturday, January 4, 2014 at his residence in Moscow. He was 26. The son of Martin Araiza Sr. and the former Cesarea Nunez, he was born May 2, 1987 in Apaseo El Grande, Mexico. Martin graduated from Moscow High School in 2005. He worked for Bartlett Grain Elevator for a few years and was employed with American Implement in Hugoton at the time of his death. Survivors include his parents Martin Sr. and Cesarea Araiza of Moscow; son Landyn Araiza of Moscow; three brothers, Diego Araiza of
ents; five brothers, Noel, Leon, Delbert, Elvin and twin brother Jack Corser; and two sisters, Frances Corser and Clareen Borron. Graveside services were attended Tuesday, December 31, 2013 in Attica Cemetery with Pastor Larry Bradford presiding. Grant County Funeral Home of Ulysses was in charge of arrangements. A memorial has been established for The Legacy at Park View. Memorials may be mailed to Grant County Funeral Home, 218 S. Main St., Ulysses, Ks. 67880.
Garnet Fontell Littrell
DECEMBER 2013 Toliver, Richard, Failure to Stop at Stop Sign $135.00 Claggett, Steven, Defective Headlight AMD from Careless $444.00 Romo, David, Speeding 47/25 $123.00 Franco, Julio C., Failure to Stop at Stop Sign $135.00 Angell, Leigh, Disorderly Conduct $560.00 20 Days Jail Suspended 1 Year Probation
Lupe Andrada, Jr. of Liberal; three daughters, Linda Andrada of Liberal, Rosa Byrd of Guymon, OK. and Sandra Galindo of Midland, Tx.; his two brothers: Juan Andrada, Jr. of Hooker, Ok. and Samuel Andrada of Austin, Tx.; eight sisters: Antonia Rodriguez of Amarillo, Tx., Martha Rincones of Garden City, Rosie Rodriguez of Liberal, Rebecca Andrada of Garden City, Betty Andrada of Garden City, Alberta Andrada of Fort Worth, Tx. Melda Montanez of Garden City and Anita Mata of Amarillo; his father Juan Andrada of Garden City; ten grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. Mr. Andrada was preceded in death by his mother and brother Alfred Andrada. Funeral services were attended Saturday morning, January 4, 2014 at First Baptist Church in Liberal with Pastor Jose Del Carmen officiating. Burial followed in Liberal Cemetery under the direction of Brenneman Funeral Home of Liberal. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.brenne manfuneralhome.com.
Jim Alfrod Corser
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Margaret “Peggy” Schnittker Word has been received of the death of Margaret Ann “Peggy” Schnittker. Mrs. Schnittker passed away at Pratt Regional Medical Center at the age of 86 after a short illness. Born October 25, 1927 along with her twin sister Patty, she was the daughter of James and Helen Duffy. She had three sisters and one brother who all preceeded her in death. She attended St. Teresa Catholic School in Hutchinson. After graduation she moved to Kansas City where she was employed by International Harvester as a receptionist. It was there she met Don Schnittker at a Rockhurst College dance. Peggy and Don were united in marriage February 18, 1950 at St. Teresa’s Catholic Church in Hutchinson. Following Don’s graduation they moved to the St Leo community where they raised
Death has claimed the life of Lupe Andrada, Sr., age 66. Mr. Andrada passed from this life Saturday, December 28, 2013 at the Kansas Medical Center in Andover. He was born June 28, 1947 in Brownsville, Tx, the son of Juan Andrada and the former Refugia Anugia.
Abigayle Farrier – 13 years old Andrew Farrier – 11 years old
WHAT’S HAPPENIN’ Pioneer Manor residents play Bingo at 2:00 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Community members are invited to volunteer or play a game with the residents! AL-ANON Family Group meets at 1405 Cemetery Road Mondays and Thursdays at 8:00 p.m. Call 620544-2610 or 620-544-2854 for more information. CELEBRATE LIFE every Monday night 6:30-8:00 p.m. at Assembly of God, 138 S. Main in Hugoton. Park in the back lot. HUGOTON LIONS CLUB meets every Second and Fourth Thursday of the month at Memorial Hall at 7:00 p.m. HUGOTON MASONIC LODGE #406 AF&AM meets every second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday nights - Inside Out Kids at the Hugoton Assembly of God, 138 S. Main, beginning with dinner at 6:45 p.m. Program will be from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Rides are available by calling Pastor Ben Coats at 620428-1487 before 5:30 p.m. Wednesday evenings. - Moscow United Methodist will host Kids Club, beginning September 11 from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. Kids Club is available for children ages Kindergarten through fifth grade. For more information, contact the church at 620598-2426. Available Now - Heritage Christian Academy invites you to participate
Lupe Andrada, Sr.
Hugoton, and Miguel Araiza and Jorge Araiza, both of Moscow; and his sister Erika Araiza of Hugoton. Rosary service was attended Wednesday evening, January 8, 2014 at St. Helen Catholic Church in Hugoton. Mass service is planned for Thursday, January 9, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Helen Catholic Church in Hugoton, with Father Francis Khio Nguyen presiding. Burial will follow in Moscow Cemetery under the direction of Paul’s Funeral Home of Hugoton. A memorial has been established for The Family. Memorials may be mailed to Paul’s Funeral Home, PO Box 236, Hugoton, Ks 67951.
maker, crafter, wonderful mama, sister, grandma, friend and cook. Fontell worked outside the home for many years at a dry cleaner’s shop and at the Pioneer Manor for a time. She spent happy hours at the Manor calling bingo and passing out the bingo prizes, She loved bingo and was the first on board when the bingo wagons left. Survivors are the children Sally and Richard Claggett of Hugoton, Jackie Best of Ponca City, O.D. and Sylvis Littrell of Hugoton, Nita Baker of Ponca City and Nada and Ronnie Deal Sr. of Laverne, Ok.; her brother Kenneth Burditt and wife Janell of Whispering Pines, N.C.; her sister Marjorie Blackford of Glenpool, Ok.; a sister-in-law, Flossie Burditt of Hugoton; her eleven grandchildren; 30 great grandchildren; 39 great great grandchildren; several step grandchildren; several step great grandchildren; and her many nieces and nephews. Passing before her were her husband; grandparents, Alexander (Eck) and Nellie (Stroud) Burditt and Samual Lee and Meranda Jane White; her parents; brother Grant Burditt; great grandson Dustin Eric Chance; granddaughter Lucinda (Baker) Mantzke November 27, 1996; a grandson Robert Dean Guerrero December 12, 1996; and her sons-in-law Leonard Baker March 12, 2013 and Bob Best October 31, 2013. Services are pending for a later date. Memorials may be sent to Pheasant Heaven Charities, c/o PO Box 308, Hugoton, Kansas 67951.
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Post Office mission (PRC) which took place September 26, 2013. The Governors of the Postal Service voted September 24 to seek price increases above the typical annual increases associated with changes in the Consumer Price Index (CPI). In a letter disseminated to customers, Board of Governors Chairman Mickey Barnett described the “precarious financial condition” of the Postal
Service and the “uncertain path toward enactment of postal reform legislation” as primary reasons for seeking price changes above the CPI increase. He also indicated the price adjustment above the CPI increase is necessary in order to ensure the Postal Service will be able to maintain and continue the development of postal services of the type and quality which America needs.
Continued from page 1 Dairy Ingredients reported they are processing almost 900,000 pounds of milk dailly. They are building two more truck bays and are bringing in four more silos outside. By summer, they will be able to process twice as much milk as now. The city clerk requested a pay raise for Lucy Santillan. She has been employed by the city for one year. The council approved the motion. The meeting adjourned. The next meeting will be February 10, 2014.
Stevens County Fire Department and Ambulance Report Stevens County Emergency Services run activity for December 8 through January 5. Fire Department Hugoton Station Tuesday, January 10 - 8:07 a.m. called to 1006 S. Main for a standby for a gasoline spill. Wednesday, January 11 -
6:21 p.m. called to 1043 Road P for an equipment fire. Fire Department Moscow Station No activity this period. Ambulance Activity Eighteen medical runs, two transfers, five Life Flights and one fire standby.
County Commissioners agenda was a full one. It included: 8:30 - Bills and Sarah Steele; 9:00 - Sevelyn Brollier; 9:30 - Tony Martin; 10:00 - Larry Sharp from KCAMP; 10:30 Tom Hicks for Wayne Tate - annexation; 11:00 - Dwayne West for the Physical Therapy Project; 11:30 - Casey Settlemyer for the lot west of town; 11:45 - Steve Rome; and 12:00 - Lunch. Official minutes are in italicized print. When this reporter arrived at approximately 8:40 the commissioners were finishing talking with Sarah Steele. These are the official minutes for that: Dave opened the Public Hearing at 8:30 a.m. for the issuance of taxable industrial revenue bonds for the Kansas Dairy Ingredients Project. Neal Gillespie, Judy Parsons and Sarah Steele were present for the hearing. Sarah Steele explained the industrial revenue bonds. The County is not obligated financially for any kind of default. KDI intends to lease the facility to Kansas Land, Feed and Cattle Company, LLC. There will be a tax abatement issued for a 10 year period starting January 1, 2015. Taxes will be paid in 2013 and 2014. The industrial revenue bonds, in the amount of $28,000.000.00, will be purchased by Kansas Land, Feed and Cattle Company, LLC and issued by Stevens County. The Appraiser needs to appraise the facility to determine the appraisal cost of each year. Dave closed the Public Hearing at 8:50am. Pat moved to approve Resolution 2013-14 determining the advisability of issuing taxable industrial revenue bonds for the purpose of financing the acquisition, construction and equipping of a dairy processing facility to be located in said county. Jim seconded. Motion carried. The commissioners went to work on the bills. They have concerns over some of the bills. They want more clarification and details showing exactly what is being billed. Motion was made to approve the county vouchers. Motion car-
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City Council issued during the year 2013. Code violations corrected during last year numbered 113. Neal Gillespie informed the council KDI has applied for tax abatement. Therefore, they will issue industrial revenue bonds which will match their tax abatement. Stevens County Commissioners have already voted to approve this action. The Cost Benefit Analysis came back positive. The city council voted to approve the Resolution 2014-1. Judy Parsons of Kansas
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ried. The clerk was instructed to draw warrants on the Treasurer chargeable to the various funds of the county for the following amounts: General .. 138,923.93; Road & Bridge .. 40,501.00; Airport .. 70,106.00; Building .. 156,426.98; Noxious Weed .. 186.45; Diversion .. 1,248.03; Community Health .. 23,801.31; Fire Bequest .. 20.00; Airport Grants .. 4,561.85; Employee’s P/R Misc W/H .. 106.86. Pat moved to approve the minutes of the last meeting. Jim seconded. Motion carried. Commissioners moved to allow the Stevens County Treasurer’s office to close at 12:00 p.m. December 31, to close out the 2013 year. Sevelan Brollier with Moscow Senior Citizens came in to ask for some financial help. She said they run on the bare minimum that they can. They provide their own food and entertainment. The amount they are asking for will help with replacing the flooring and carpet cleaning needed for the Moscow Senior Center. Motion was made to give $7,500. to the Moscow Senior Citizens to help with the bills at the Center. Motion carried. Phillip Willis came in to ask about piling dirt on the quarter of land south of the landfill. The commissioners agreed to allow piling the dirt on the quarter south of the landfill. Phillip brought in the 2013 encumbrance letter for the Stevens County Solid Waste in the amount of $10,000. for repairs to the 615c scrapper and 953c track loader. Motion was made and passed to allow the 2013 encumbrance letter for the Stevens County Solid Waste. Tony Martin came in to discuss the changing of the asphalt plant to natural gas. Black Hills cannot guarantee to have the line in by next October. Tony asked Hancock Electric to present a bid to lay the gas line to switch the plant to natural gas. He also brought in a letter to transfer the 2013 monies out of Road and Bridge to Road Ma-
“Of the options currently available to the Postal Service to align costs and revenues, increasing postage prices is a last resort that reflects extreme financial challenges,” said Barnett in the letter. “However, if these financial challenges were alleviated by the timely enactment of laws that close a $20 billion budget gap, the Postal Service would reconsider its pricing strategy. We are encouraged by the recent introduction of comprehensive postal reform legislation in Congress, and despite an uncertain legislative process, we are hopeful that legislation can be enacted this year.” Except in exceptional or ex-
traordinary circumstances, postage price increases are capped at the rate of inflation as measured by the CPI-U. The Postal Service is filing a price increase above CPI-U due to extraordinary and exceptional circumstances which have contributed to continued financial losses. The Postal Service recorded a $15.9 billion net loss last fiscal year and expects to record a loss of roughly $6 billion in the current fiscal year, and has an intolerably low level of available liquidity even after defaulting on its obligation to make prefunding payments for retiree health benefits. Submitted by the United States Postal Service.
Alexa has read 600 books in the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library. Great job Alexa!
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HUGOTON POLICE REPORT Business Hours, Call 544-4959 After Hours, Call 544-2020 Monday, December 23, 2013 • Hit & Run; 100 Block of East Sixth; Took Report; Sergeant Johnson • Motorist Assist; 200 Block of South Main; Public Service; Sergeant Johnson • Motorist Assist; 1000 Block of South Main; Public Service; Sergeant Johnson • Vehicle Unlock; 100 Block of East First; Citizen Assist; Sergeant Johnson • Dogs at Large; 200 Block of South Jackson; Unable to Locate; Sergeant Johnson Tuesday, December 24, 2013 • Motorst Assist; 500 Block of French; Public Service; Sergeant Johnson • Welfare Check; 400 Block of South Adams; All Okay; Sergeant Johnson Friday, December 27, 2013 • Vehicle Unlock; 1700 Block of South Main; Citizen Assist; Sergeant Johnson • Vehicle Unlock; 100 Block of South Madison; Citizen Assist; Sergeant Johnson • Medical Assist; 300 Block of South Polk; Public Service; Officer Crane Saturday, December 28, 2013 • Public Service; 100 Block of West Ninth; Public Service; Sergeant Johnson • Citizen Assist; 600 Block of East Fourth; Public Service; Sergeant Johnson • Vehicle Unlock; 200 Block of Wilson; Citizen Assist; Officer Crane Sunday, December 29, 2013 • Welfare Check; 900 Block of West City Limits; Subject Not Home; Sergeant Johnson
Monday, December 30, 2013 • Vehicle Unlock, 100 Block of West Sixth, Citizen Assist, Officer Lamatsch Tuesday, December 31, 2013 • Suspicious Activity, 500 Block of South Jackson, Unable to Locate Anyone, Officer Lamatsch • Medical Assist, Public Service, Officer Lamatsch • Vehicle Unlock, 200 Block of South Harrison, Citizen Assist, Officer Lamatsch Wednesday, January 1, 2014 • Vehicle Unlock, 200 Block of South Harrison, Citizen Assist, Officer Lamatsch • Argument, 900 Block of South Jackson, Separated Subjects, Officer Crane Thursday, January 2, 2014 • Welfare Check, 700 Block of South Adams, Subject Okay, Officer Crane Friday, January 3, 2014 • Found Property, 300 Block of South Jefferson, Officer Lamatsch • Dog at Large, 900 Block of South Polk, Unable to Locate, Officer Lamatsch Saturday, January 4, 2014 • Medical Assist, 200 Block of North Jackson, Public Service, Officer Lamatsch • Dog at Large, Unable to Locate, Officer Lamatsch Sunday, January 5, 2014 • Dog at Large, 1500 Block of South Adams, Returned to Owner, Officer Lamatsch • Medical Assist, 300 Block of South Polk, Public Service, Officer Hagman
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Continued from page 1 chinery #220. Motion was made to approve the letter to transfer the 2013 monies out of Road and Bridge to Road Machinery #220. Motion carried. Tony informed the commissioners that the Road Department will be getting a check from the State of Kansas in the amount of $500,000. Jim informed Tony to check on a yield sign at Road 26 and Road BB. Ted Heaton brought in a 2013 encumbrance letter for the Stevens County Sheriff’s office in the amount of $5,646.33 for miscellaneous equipment and to use the carry over monies of $2,100. in the Concealed Carry and Registered Offenders funds for purchasing cameras. Motion was made to allow the 2013 encumbrance letter for the Stevens County Sheriff’s office in the amount of $5,646.33 for miscellaneous equipment and to use the carry over monies of $2,100. in the Concealed Carry and Registered Offenders funds for purchasing cameras. Motion carried. Pam Bensel presented the 2013 encumbrance letter for Kelsee Burnett in the Clerk of the District Court. Kelsee asked to encumber the remainder of the 2013 monies, approximately $16,482.85, to replace and install five new computers. Motion was made and passed to allow Kelsee to encumber the remainder of the 2013 monies. Larry Sharp with KCAMP came in to present Stevens County’s 2012 annual report. Larry talked about tuition reimbursement programs for Road and Bridge and Sheriff’s office. Tom Hicks, Paul Nordyke, Tony Martin, Jack Rowden and Josh Grubbs came in to discuss the annexation of two tracts of land in the SE 15-33-37, east of town in the Stevens County Industrial Park into the corporate city limits of the City of Hugoton. Pat moved to adopt Resolution 2013-15 to annex two tracts of land in the SE 15-33-37, east of town in the Stevens County Industrial Park into the corporate city limits of the City of Hugoton.
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excluding gift cards Jim seconded. Motion carried. Tom talked about the grant, 95% state funded and 5% county funded, from the State of Kansas for the three lane highway with a turning lane, west of town. Tony Martin informed the commissioners that the roads in the Pioneer Addition will be done in March, 2014. Doug Martin came in to discuss his reappointment to the Economic Development Board. Dave moved to reappoint Doug Martin for another four year term to the Economic Development Board. Pat seconded. Motion carried. Dwayne West came in for Tony McBride to present change order Revision #7 in the amount of $3,551. for the Health Department/Physical Therapy/EMS project. Motion was made to pay the change order Revision #7 in the amount of $3,551. for the Health Department/Physical Therapy/EMS project. Motion carried. Motion was made and carried to go into executive session for non elected personnel for 10 more minutes with County Counselor Bob Johnson present. No action taken. Casey Settlemyer came in to discuss purchasing Lot 4 Block 2 in the Stevens County Industrial Addition, east of town. Motion was made to sell Lot 4 Block 2 in the Stevens County Industrial Addition, east of town, to Casey Settlemyer for $1,000.an acre. Motion carried. Motion was made to approve a 3% raise for County employees. Motion carried. Steve Rome came in to discuss his reappointment to the Economic Development Board. No decision was made at this time. Pat moved to reappoint David Bozone for another three year term to the Cimarron Basin Corrections Advisory Board. Jim seconded. Motion carried. By motion the board adjourned.
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THANK YOU Special Thanks to all who donated to the Stevens County Healthcare Toy Drive. We were able to give 46 children toys for Christmas this year. We would like to thank Abeinsa EPC for donating a large amount of toys, The Rotary Club for donating, Peace House Ministries for helping us find these children in need, and the community for stepping up and coming together. We greatly appreciate your time and williness to serve. Again, thank you and God Bless
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Attend Ministerial Association services Sunday, January 12 The Stevens County Ministerial Association invites the community to worship together for the first time in 2014 Sunday, January 12. The theme of the service is “New Year, New Hope, Timeless Grace”. The worship service will be at Bethel Friends Church, 1040 S. Jefferson in Hugoton. Worship will begin at 6:00 p.m. Pastor Jo Mead will bring the message. Music and prayer will be featured. A time of fellowship and a casual meal will follow. Participants may bring a finger food to share for the fellowship time. An offering will be taken to provide funds for the commu-
STEVENS COUNTY Activity Center - 544-2283 Nutrition Center - 544-8041 ~ Shila Moore ~
nity benevolence fund of the Ministerial Association. This fund provides needed services in times of crisis or needs not met in other organizations. The Thanksgiving program was cancelled due to snow in November. This worship service will welcome the new year with friends coming together to find ways of serving God in the community. Officers for the SCMA are Pastor Ben Coats, Assembly of God - president; Pastor Robert Rich, Agape Fellowship of Hugoton - treasurer; and Pastor Jo Mead, Hugoton United Methodist - secretary.
BENEFIT DINNER for Angela Eckert Staten Sponsored by Hugoton Methodist Church
January 12, 2014
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Harvey - Bellinger Mr. and Mrs. Bill Harvey of Moscow would like to announce the engagement of their daughter Hayley to Joe Bellinger, son of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Bellinger of Lawrence. Hayley and Joe are graduates of Southwestern College in Winfield. They will be married April 26, 2014 in Lawrence.
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AGAPE CHURCH OF HUGOTON
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409 East Ninth, Hugoton 453-2711 Pastor Bob Rich Sunday – 10:30 a.m.
Tenth and Adams 544-2092 Christopher M. Fincher, Pastor Morning Worship - 9:00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:30 a.m. Bible Study, Wednesday - 7:30 p.m.
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FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH
Martes 7:00 PM Jueves 7:00 PM Domingo 3:00 PM 138 S. Main Hugoton Pastores: Martinez 620-544-7096
ASSEMBLY OF GOD Main and Second Street 544-2773 Ben Coats, Pastor Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Service Wed. Night - 7:00 p.m. Celebrate Recovery Every Monday at 7:00 p.m.
BETHEL FRIENDS CHURCH 11th & Jefferson - 544-8517 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Service - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Evening Ministries - 6:30 p.m. (Children, Youth, & Adult)
CHURCH OF CHRIST 1045 S. Van Buren Church: 544-2825 Home: 453-0965 Lee Rottman 1041 S. Van Buren Wednesday - 7:00 p.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Evening Service - 6:00 p.m.
CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS 520 E. First 544-2125 Sacrament - 9:00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Priesthood - 11:00 a.m.
CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 500 S. Van Buren 544-2493 Pastor Dave Piper Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:45 a.m. Evening Services - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.
COWBOY CHURCH - HUGOTON Second & Fourth Tuesday of every month Stevens County Commercial Building at Fairgrounds 7:00 p.m.
FAITH CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST Tenth and Jefferson Lawrence Johnson, Pastor Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Bible Band (Tuesday) - 6:00 p.m. Home and Forn. Miss. (Friday) - 6:00 p.m. Youth - 6:00 p.m. Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.
600 S. Van Buren - 544-2715 Pastor Heath Kelley Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Fellowship - 10:15 - 10:30 a.m. Worship Hour - 10:30 - 12:00 Children's Church, 10:30 a.m. Jr. High Youth Group, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Sr. High Youth Group, 7:45-9:00 p.m. Information on small groups call 544-2715
FIRST CHURCH OF GOD 801 W. City Limits 544-2652 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship - 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00 p.m. Call 544-2652 for Church Bus
HUGOTON BAPTIST CHURCH Eighth and Main 544-2210 506 East Eighth - 544-2295 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 6:30 p.m.
LIGHTHOUSE FELLOWSHIP 424 S. Jackson 544-4828 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Sunday Church - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday - 7:00 p.m. Pre-Service Prayer - half hour before service
LONE STAR FRIENDS CHURCH 14 Miles East of Hugoton on Highway 51 Church 624-3784 Home 624-3104 Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Contemporary Worship Celebration - 10:45 a.m. Jr. High & Sr. High Youth Group - Sunday 6:30 p.m. Sunday Evening Fellowship - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Adult Study - 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wednesday - 8:00 p.m. Christian Life Club (age 2 - 18) - 6:30 p.m.
MY FATHER’S HOUSE A Full Gospel Church 207 East 6th - Hugoton Pam Peachey, Pastor 544-2436 Services Sundays 10:30 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.
PRIMERO BAUTISTA IGLESIA HISPANO Congregación 618 Main sur - Hugoton 620-370-1003 Pastor Marcelino Auila Servicio de la Iglesia 11:00 a.m. - Domingo 7:00 p.m. - Miércoles
SOVEREIGN REDEEMER CHURCH Pastor - Eric Mason 620-544-6386 www.sovereignredeemerchurch.org
ST. HELEN CATHOLIC CHURCH 1011 South Jefferson Street 544-2551 Sunday - 11:00 a.m. English Mass - 1:00 p.m. - Spanish Mass
TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH 516 N.E. Avenue 544-2355 Morning Worship - 9:00 a.m. Fellowship/Refreshments - 10:00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:30 a.m. Rev. Larry Bradford, Interim Pastor 544-9492 or 598-2400 YOU ARE WELCOME!
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 828 S. Main Hugoton 544-8715 Reverend Jo Mead, Pastor Monday Bible Study - 1:30 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Praise! Kids - 3:45 p.m. Wednesday Jr. High Youth Fellowship - 5:30 p.m. Wednesday Sr. High Youth Fellowship - 7:00 p.m. Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. HugotonUMC.com
MOSCOW MOSCOW BAPTIST CHURCH 598-2455 Church - 598-2400 Home Rev. Larry Bradford, Pastor 1 mile S. of Moscow, 1/2 mile E. of Moscow/Hooker Rd. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 p.m. Team Kids (Wed.) - 3:30-5:00p.m. Sept.-May
MOSCOW UNITED METHODIST 598-2426 Tim McCrary, Pastor 598-2421 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Kid’s Club - Wednesday 3:30 p.m. UMYF Jr. High - 6:00 p.m. UMYF Sr. High - 5:00 p.m.
ROLLA EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH 202 Monroe St. - Rolla, Ks. 67954 Henry McGuire, Pastor 593-4693 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening, AWANA’s - 6:45 p.m.
ROLLA PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH Corner of Third and Adams, Rolla Marcus Light, Pastor Church - 593-4626, Parsonage - 593-4796 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Worship - 11:00 a.m. Wednesday night meal - 6:00 p.m.
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ROLLA - RICHFIELD 593-4596 or 593-4781 Sandy Ferguson, Pastor Rolla Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Youth Groups - 5:00 p.m. Richfield Morning Worship - 9:15 a.m. Sunday School - 10:30 a.m.
PVT Zachary Kiley graduated from Basic Combat Training August 8, 2013 in South Carolina. He then traveled to Fort Sam Houston where he graduated as a soldier medic Novemer 27. Zach is in the Army Reserve, so he will be returning to Wichita State in the spring. He is majoring in physical therapy.
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Our New Years’ Eve party was a success! Thank you to all who attended and those who helped decorate and clean-up! Thank you to the businesses that donated door prizes: Alco, White’s Foodliner, Citizens State Bank, First National Bank, and the Chamber of Commerce. We appreciate all the support!!! “Green Acres is the place to be. Farm livin’ is the life for me. Land spreadin’ out so far and wide. Keep Manhattan, just give me that countryside!” This Saturday night, January 11, will be our farmthemed Adult Senior Prom sponsored by the 4-Hers. They are in charge of decorating, providing the food and the fun. The dance band is Cottonwood and there will also be Bingo that night. Come dressed as Oliver or Lisa Douglas, Fred Ziffel, or come as you are. You’ll have your “prom pictures” taken in front of a farm backdrop. You
might even get a glimpse of Arnold Ziffel! We are really looking forward to this special event and hope to see you there! Barbara Beeks’ retirement reception is Sunday, January 12, from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Please drop by to thank her for her dedicated service and wish her a happy retirement. Menu Jan. 9....Sweet & Sour Chicken Jan. 10 ...............................Fish Jan. 13.....................Taco Salad Jan. 14.......................Pork Loin Jan. 15..........BIRTHDAY MEAL .............................Roast Beef Jan. 16 ...............Ham & Beans Activities Daily – Exercise...10:30 a.m. Mondays – Line Dancing ........................ 7:00 p.m. Wednesdays – Paint ........................ 1:00 p.m. 1st Saturday of the month – Senior Social ....6:00 p.m. 2nd Saturday of the month – Sew All Day Most Saturdays – Cards & Games ..............6:00 p.m.
Winter tips for seniors offered Winter storms and freezing temperatures have hit the nation hard this week. Dangerous driving, unsafe walking conditions, power outages, power lines heavy with ice or unsafe heating methods are especially dangerous for seniors. Review the following tips to help keep you and your loved ones safe during this winter blast. Home Heating Safety Tips • Keep anything flammable at least three feet away from any space heater. • Make sure a fireplace screen is placed in front of a woodburning fireplace to catch flying sparks or rolling logs. • Using a fireplace, gas heater or lanterns can lead to carbonmonoxide poisoning. If you use any of these methods to heat your home, make sure you have proper ventilation. Check the batteries on your carbonmonoxide detector or buy an updated one if needed. • Purchase an ABC multipurpose fire extinguisher for the home and learn how to use it properly. Winter Auto and Driving
Safety Tips • In a major snow storm, don’t drive if it’s not completely necessary. If you must drive, go very slow if roads are snow covered or icy. • Use extreme caution in any freezing temperatures because there may be black ice on the road, which is hard to detect. If you see a sudden shine or change of color to the road, it may indicate black ice. Winter Outdoor Safety Tips • Wear boots that are nonskid and always walk slowly! Assume the walkways are icy, even if you can’t see the ice. Always use handrails if available. • Dress for winter by covering as much exposed skin as possible. Wool and polyester are the best materials for keeping moisture out and warm air in. Cotton is never a safe choice in winter temperatures. Remember, hats, gloves and wool socks will reduce the amount of heat that escapes your body. • Don’t be afraid to ask for a help in any situation that can increase your chances of injuries.
Mentor someone in January SPM Wire - You don’t need special skills to become a mentor to a young person in your community; you just need an ability to listen and to offer friendship, guidance and encouragement. And now is a great time to get started, as January is National Mentoring Month, which first began in 2002. Potential mentors are being encouraged this month to begin offering their services in their local communities, in schools, at faith-based organizations, in local businesses and even through the Internet. To get started or to learn more about different opportunities in these different settings, you can
visit www.mentoring.org, which is maintained by The National Mentoring Partnership, one of the key non-profit organizations involved in National Mentoring Month. The organization provides free resources for those looking to get involved, as well as information on how to start a mentoring program. Not only does working with young people help them to achieve academic success, it also can lead them to make responsible decisions in different facets of their lives, say experts at the Harvard School of Public Health and The National Mentoring Partnership.
Look who’s new Trujillos blessed by arrival of Hayden
Hayden James Trujillo & proud brother Carter Trujillo Big brother Carter would like to announce the arrival of his new best friend/little brother Hayden James Trujillo. Hayden was born October 25, 2013, at 3:39 p.m. at Southwestern Medical Center in Liberal. He weighed seven
pounds, ten ounces. Also welcoming Hayden is mommy Chelsea Ghumm and daddy Blake Trujillo. Grandparents are Jim and Stacy Ghumm and William and Stacey Trujillo, all of Hugoton.
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Trinity Baptist Church has many changes
The week of December 16 - 19 the Hugoton Middle School Student Council sponsored a fundraiser to benefit local Project Hope. The StuCo members charged HMS students $1 per day for the students to use their own personal electronics during lunch. Teachers were also allowed to wear jeans that week for $1 per day.
Hospital Board to be working very well. All deficiencies from the last survey have been cleared. The inspector said the corrections had been written very well and they saw no need for a revisit at this time. Jennifer Featherston presented the director of nursing/Pioneer Manor report. The focus at this time is nurse staffing. They will be conducting meetings to discuss staffing and restructuring jobs and duties to more efficiently cover shifts. She said that currently nights are fully staffed. Linda Stalcup gave the hospital report. Several new machines have been received to more accurately read test results. There was no capital expenditure for these machines. County health has moved to their new facility and the pharmacy will be moving into the space vacated. Plans are to have the maintenance crew do 90 percent of the remodel. The refurbishment includes a
The HMS StuCo was able to raise close to $480! Pictured from left to right are Madison Shuck, HMS Student Council President; Rebecca Johnson, HMS Student Council Vice President; Debbie Nordling; Emily Snyder, Student Council Sponsor; and Dave Eckert.
Trinity Baptist Church would like to announce several changes taking place in their building and ministry to the Hugoton community. For the past two years Trinity has enlisted their former pastor, Reverend Larry Bradford, to assist them with worship services at 9:00 a.m. Sundays. Trinity members welcome anyone, especially those looking for an early service, to come and join them while Bradford continues as part time interim pastor. Although small in numbers, Trinity was seeking a way to minister to the community. When Nicole Crites approached Pastor Bradford and the members about leasing a portion of the building for a much needed daycare facility, they felt God’s leadership to allow part of the building to meet this need. Caring Connections Day
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drive-up window for prescription pickup. Physical therapy will move to their new facility January 24 and an open house is planned after the move. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services is proposing to end the moratorium on direct supervision of some procedures such as drug infusions, blood transfusions and cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation services. These services have always been administered by licensed, skilled professionals under the overall direction of a physician. CMS interpretation would require that a physician be physically present when these services, the majority of which are low risk, are rendered. This would significantly affect staffing and scheduling, especially in rural areas. Some U.S. senators, including Senator Jerry Moran, have introduced legislation to address this issue. Dave Piper presented the financial report. December had been a bit of a struggle finan-
cially, but January is starting up pretty well. Alisha Esarey, from public relations, told the board that the toy drive before Christmas had been a great success and had been able to brighten the holidays, with the help of the Rotary club and Abengoa, for 46 children in need in Stevens County. They were able to supply a big bag of toys for each child. The board proceeded to the election of officers and voted unanimously to re-elect all cur-
rent officers: Warren Willis, Chairman; Joyce Baughman, Secretary/Vice Chair; Milton Gillespie, Treasurer; and Kirk Heger, Dean Van Horn, Patty Lahey and Keith Rome, members. The board voted unanimously to adjourn following an executive session. The next meeting of the hospital/nursing home board is scheduled for Monday, February 3, 2014, at 5:30 p.m. in the Pioneer Manor conference room.
Beta Sigma offers scholarship The Beta Sigma Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma Society International, a professional women's educational group, is offering a scholarship to a current college junior or senior woman majoring in the field of education. The recipient must be a resident of Morton or Stevens County, Kansas. The application must be returned to a
EDWIN MCGROARTY, MD Stevens County Hospital Dr. McGroarty has been a Stevens County Healthcare Physician for 2 years. He enjoys working, working out/physical training, and traveling.
Delta Kappa Gamma member on or before February 15, 2014. Application information is available from Teresa Smith at Elkhart High School and Annette Sosa at Hugoton High School. The scholarship recipient will be asked to attend the April meeting to receive the scholarship.
Care is owned and operated by Crites who simply leases several rooms within the church building. The entire building continues to be owned by Trinity Baptist Church. The day care has a separate telephone number and all day care inquiries should be directed to Caring Connections, Crites or her staff at 620-544-5040. Pastor Bradford can be reached at 620-544-9492 or at Trinity Baptist Church at 620-544-2355.
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NOTICE As of December 30, 2013, O.D.’s SHOP will be officially closing during regular business hours as we are going to close our doors and semi-retire. We will be available on an on-call business only. WE WILL CONTINUE TO MAINTAIN PARTS AND SERVICE ON COUNTRY CLIPPER MOWERS WE HAVE SOLD. Also, we will still sharpen chain saw chains and do some repair work. To set up an appointment, call 620-541-1863 or 620-428-6063. We want to thank the general public and community of Stevens County for their trust and business over the last 13+ years.
Welcome to
featuring Eunice Lunseford’s “Fill My Cup” music ministry at Memorial Hall
Free supper served at 6 p.m. Eat, sing, stay as long as you like. ~ Nondenominational ~ Date ~ Guest Speaker Friday, January 10 ~ Pastor Richard Martin Friday, January 17 ~ Pastor Ben Coats Friday, January 24 ~ Pastor Richard Martin Friday, January 31 ~ Pastor Ben Coats Bring your friends and your appetite and join us as we make a joyful noise unto the Lord!
ROBIN FARMER Pioneer Manor
Robin works in the Nursing Department as a Certified Medication Aide. She worked at the Manor for two years before taking a hiatus while she went to school. She has been back to work for a month and a half. Her mom was a daycare provider for 12 years, but is now currently working nights at Pioneer Manor. Her dad, better known as “Mr. Fix-It”, is the one to call if anyone in the family needs something fixed. Her brother, Shawn, is 14 months younger than her. She also has twin siblings, brother/sister, Brisa and Christian. They are nine years old now, but they came to live with them when they were four weeks old and at the age of three were granted as a permanent part of their family.
Stevens County Healthcare is set apart from other facilities due to its cleanliness. “Way to go Housekeeping!!!” Dr. McGroarty likes the people he works with and the people he takes care of.
Robin likes to read, spoil her siblings, and spend time with her friends and family. She also likes going hunting with her Grandpa and Dad. Oh, and we can’t forget to mention that she enjoys riding 4-wheelers in the dunes and at spikes pit.
“I enjoy living so close to work and being able to practice medicine with some flexibility.”
“When you work here, you feel more at home” is something that she feels sets Stevens County Healthcare apart from other facilities. She also stated that the residents are more relaxed here.
DID YOU KNOW?!... Dr. McGroarty works a lot in other states and places. He stated “I am definitely happy when I am here in Hugoton.”
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Robin enjoys working with the Residents at Pioneer Manor. “Each one has a special place in my heart. They make my job a blessing… I also love my co-workers.”
DID YOU KNOW?!... Robin has wanted to work in healthcare since she was in elementary school. She is a people person and has worked around people since she was 12 years old. Her goal is to become a Pediatrician
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2013 Hugoton Recreation Commission Boys’ Basketball Teams
Pacers — Front, left to right: Tylan Austin and Andres Salinas. Kneeling: Haden Daharsh, Nash Dumler and Cody Perez. Back: Coach Jason Dale, Austin Dale, Jeison Torino, Jimmy Lucio and Logan Goetzinger.
Pistons — Front, left to right: Jadon Teeter and Eric Don Juan. Kneeling: Terron Stegman, Conner Wells, Logan Moodie and Riggs Martin. Back: Luis Ramos, Rafael Munoz, Coach Andy Gillen, Carter Gillen and Quentin Gillen.
Raptors — Front, left to right: Kyle Scott and Wyatt Angell. Kneeling: Brian Rios, Weston Maravilla, Vicente Rubio and Jonathan Roa. Back: Coach Joe Lopez, Kian Lopez, Gerardo Rubio and Jace Gilmore.
Spurs — Front, left to right: Gavin Heger and Ivan Valles. Kneeling: Abraham Garcia, Ashton Thorp and Rafael Guerque. Back: Coach Dean Banker, Ryland Bennett, Javier Lopez, Luis Morin, Jaden Silva and Coach Lisa Bennett.
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2013 Hugoton Recreation Commission Boys’ Basketball Teams
Bucks — Front, left to right Daniel Sawyer and Lane Plowman. Kneeling: JC Robson, Alex Maravilla and Michael Mendoza. Back: Chay Burnett, Coach Gena Burnett, Diego Montoya, Samuel Fabela and Sawyer Harper.
Celtics — Front, left to right: Zevin Littell and Eric Lopez. Kneeling: Cameron Medina, Daycen Austin and Coy Nix. Back: Coach Dean Banker, Carson Bennett, Dalton Cruz, William Barker, Isaac Marioni and Coach Lisa Bennett.
Hawks — Front, left to right: Austin Apelu and Gael Don Juan. Kneeling: Isaac Moreland, Rustin Pearcy and Brayden Kolb. Back: Clay Mecklenburg, Coach Morey Mecklenburg, Cade Mecklenburg, Ivan Don Juan, Coach Stacey Burrows and Ashton Burrows.
Knicks — Front, left to right: Luis Cruz and Angel Ribera. Kneeling: Jovani Rodriguez, Ryle Riddlesperger, Adam Mendoza and Jaden Hill. Back: Clay Johannsen, Aaron Quevedo, Jyles McSpadden, Coach Caleb Williams and Gavin Williams.
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PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, December 26, 2013) 3t STATE OF COUNTY, ss:
KANSAS,
STEVENS
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ELLINOR COX, DECEASED No. 13PR02 NOTICE OF HEARING (Chapter 59)
of court costs, attorney’s fees and expenses, and also praying that the Court determine the heirs, legatees and devisees entitled to the estate, and distributing and assigning the same to such persons, in accordance with the terms of decedent’s will, and for further relief. You are hereby required to file your written defenses thereto on or before the 17th day of January, 2014, at 10:00 a.m. of said day, in said Court, in the district courtroom at the county courthouse in Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition.
THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed in the above Court by Judy Hamlin, executor of the will and estate of Ellinor Cox, deceased, praying for final settlement of the estate, for approval of her acts, proceedings and accounts as executor, for payment
JUDY HAMLIN Executive-Petitioner KRAMER, NORDLING & NORDLING, LLC 209 East Sixth Hugoton, Kansas 67951 Attorneys for Petitioner Telephone: (620) 544-4333
PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, December 26, 2013) 3t
THE CITY OF HUGOTON, STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS.
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS
commonly described as 1505 S. Madison St., Hugoton, KS 67951
JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association,
to satisfy the judgment in the above-entitled case. The sale is to be made without appraisement and subject to the redemption period as provided by law, and further subject to the approval of the Court. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgager, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.
Plaintiff, vs. Gene W. Sallee, Cari S. Sallee, Defendant(s). Case No. 12CV28 Div. No. K.S.A. 60 Mortgage Foreclosure
Ted Heaton Sheriff of STEVENS County, Kansas
NOTICE OF SALE Under and by virtue of an Order of Sale issued by the Clerk of the District Court of STEVENS County, Kansas, to me the undersigned Sheriff of STEVENS County, Kansas, I will offer for sale at public auction and sell to the highest bidder for cash in hand at the main lobby of the STEVENS County Courthouse at Hugoton, Kansas, at 10:00AM on January 17, 2014, the following real estate: LOT THREE (3), BLOCK SEVEN (7), KALLENBACH'S 4TH ADDITION TO
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Kenneth C. Jones #10907 kjones@stlaw.net Jonah W. Lock #23330 jlock@stlaw.net 10484 Marty Overland Park, KS 66212 Phone: (913) 648-6333 Fax: (913) 642-8742 ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF
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Contributions to Heritage Christian Academy from now until January 15, 2014 will be matched 100% up to $40, 0 00. HCA is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. All contributions are tax deductible. “I would claim that Christian schooling is not about running or hiding from--rather it is about embracing and pursuing the mind of Christ. It is about pursuing the real understanding of what it means to be salt and light, about transformation by the renewing of the mind. It is about the development of fruitful bearers of the image of Christ in a world gone bland with its salt-less-ness; a world staggering in an abundance of darkness where the light has been all but snuffed out.” Ken Smitherman, President, Association of Christian School International
Christian Leadership Our goal is to create success-bound Christian leaders who follow God and influence society with a Christian worldview, character and integrity. Students will be culturally relevant without compromising Biblical truth and expand God’s kingdom by being bold, fearless leaders and witnesses of Christ. Our students will learn to share and defend their faith with others. Superior Academics Our school will provide academic excellence, training in critical thinking, and good study habits. Our students will be fully prepared for their next educational level. A Scriptural Worldview Our students will be taught God is our sole provider and He created our universe. They will view God as the source of all academic subjects. A Personal & Sustained Relationship with Jesus Christ Our students will be taught the necessity of being born again in the Spirit of God by receiving Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. Students will be taught that growth in the Christian life depends upon fellowship with God through Bible study, Christian fellowship and prayer. We will lead our students to become Disciples of Christ and seek His purpose and truth for their lives. Every student will be encouraged to embrace the Bible as the source of absolute truth and to maintain a biblical worldview rather than a humanistic worldview.
Contributions may be sent to: Heritage Christian Academy PO Box 744 Hugoton, KS 67951 Or come by and visit us at 505 E 1st Street, Hugoton, KS!
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Hunting Whitetails during antlerless season is a fit choice Making healthier choices is a popular New Year’s resolution for many, but putting healthier practices into action doesn’t have to be limited to the grocery store or gym. Hunting deer often requires quite a bit of physical exertion, and from trekking to your blind or treestand to recovering the animal and processing the meat, hunting can be a great benefit to your health. Known for being lean, venison meat is a great meal option for those looking to make healthier food choices this year and add variety at the dinner table. From January 1-31, the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism will offer three whitetail antlerless-only seasons open to anyone with a valid 2014 hunting license and any unfilled deer permits. As of December 31, 2013, hunters were able to purchase Antlerless-only
Venison meat is a wholesome option for folks eating healthier in 2014. From January 1-31 the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and White-tailed Deer permits without having an either-sex permit in possession. Permits may be purchased wherever licenses are sold and online. The season will kick off the New Year with an extended firearm whitetail antlerless season January 1-12 (open statewide), followed by a special extended firearm whitetail antlerless season
Tourism will offer three whitetail antlerlessonly seasons open to anyone with a valid 2014 hunting license and any unfilled deer permit.
January 13-January 19 (open in Units 7, 8, 15 and 19 only), and an archery extended whitetail antlerless season January 20-31 (in Unit 19 only). Hunters who did not fill a deer permit during one of the regular 2013 seasons (muzzleloader, early firearm, archery, regular firearm) may also use that permit during these seasons.
However, all permits revert to Antlerless-Only White-tailed Deer permits, and unit restrictions listed on the permit apply. For more information, consult the 2013 Kansas Hunting and Furharvesting Regulations Summary, available wherever licenses are sold or online at ksoutdoors.com..
Hugoton Federation Wrestling Club begins season at Scott City The Hugoton Federation Wrestling Club has begun their wrestling season by taking part in the Scott City Takedown Wrestling Tournament Saturday, December 28. Thirteen eager wrestlers went and gave it their all. In the six and under divi-
sion, Thomas Willis and Trayven Bertram placed first. In the eight and under division, Adam Mendoza placed second, Carson Chamberlain placed third and Zachary Willis and Carter McClure placed fourth. Bryan Montoya also wrestled in the eight
and under division. In the ten and under division, Braydon Bertram and Aiden Shank placed third. In the 12 and under division, Weston Maravilla and Mike Mendoza placed first. In the 14 and under division, Manny Mendoza and Bradan
Slemp placed second. These boys did well and parents and coaches are very proud of their efforts! The boys will wrestle in the tournament in Great Bend and the Hugoton Federation Tournament will take place Saturday, January 11.
January 1 marks the start of new hunting and fishing season As 2013 comes to a close, the New Year brings with it the hope and anticipation of an even bigger and better year for hunters and anglers in 2014. From droughts and population lows, to marshes almost miraculously refilling and improved nesting conditions, the coming year gives outdoor enthusiasts something to look forward to. And although spring seasons aren’t here just yet, now is a great time to start planning your adventure, starting with a 2014 license. And, greatly reduced license fees for youth are being introduced in 2014. Thanks to easy online ordering, purchasing a 2014 hunting or fishing license couldn’t be more hassle-free. Simply visit ksoutdoors.com and click “Licenses/Permits.” There you can enter your information, choose a license, then pay and print. Hunting and fishing licenses and permits for 2014 can also be purchased at any Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism state park or regional office, and at any license vendor. New this year, significant price reductions have been placed on youth deer, turkey and antelope permits, for hunters age 15 and younger. Youth fees have been reduced beginning in 2014. For information regarding 2014 license and permit pricing and requirements, visit ksoutdoors.com.
The New Year brings new outdoor opportunities, at a discount for some hunters. Get your
Meade State Lake is stocked with trout Anglers in southwest Kansas have an additional winter fishing opportunity now that Meade State Fishing Lake has been added to the list of Type 2 Trout Waters. Rainbow trout will be stocked periodically through the winter, and since Meade is designated as a Type 2 Trout Water, anglers fishing for or possessing trout are required to have a trout fishing permit during the November 1 - April 15 trout season. Meade SFL is located eight miles south and five miles west of Meade and is home to Meade State Park. The new regulation adding Meade SFL to the list of Kansas trout waters only recently took effect, and Meade received its first stocking of trout in late December. All anglers age 16 or older fishing for or possessing trout
SCCC will be at Hugoton basketball games January 17 Seward County Community College/Area Technical School will be at a number of high schools for SCCC/ATS basketball nights. College representatives will be at Hugoton High School, Friday, January 17 for the high school basketball game.
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during the trout season must have a 2014 trout permit, available online or wherever licenses are sold for $12.50. Anglers 15 and younger may fish for trout without a trout permit, but they may only keep two trout per day. The daily creel limit for those possessing a current trout permit is five per day. All resident anglers age 16-74 must also have a Kansas fishing license. Meade SFL brings the number of Kansas waters receiving winter trout stockings to 34 (see the 2014 Kansas Fishing Regulations online at
www.ksoutdoors.com for a complete list). Trout are purchased from private contractors with revenue generated through trout permit sales. Most waters receive several stockings during the season to maintain high-quality fishing opportunities throughout the winter. Flyfishing is a popular method used to catch them, but small spinners and spoons or commercial baits on light tackle are also effective. Submitted by the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism.
Make a reservation for state park fun in 2014 If you’re dreaming of warmer weather and making plans for next year’s state park fun, you can reserve your favorite campsite now! Sites are available for signup as of 12:00 noon December 20. In addition, many Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) 2014 permits and licenses went on sale Monday, December 16, 2013, and they are valid through all of 2014. Camping and cabin reservations guarantee the holder their spot will be open and ready when they arrive at the park. All of KDWPT’s 121 cabins can be reserved yearround, up to 364 days in advance. About half of each individual park’s sites are reservable for the camping season, which is April 1 through September 30, 2014.
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Payment in full is required at the time a reservation is made. Reserving a cabin requires a non-refundable reservation fee. Reserving a campsite requires a non-refundable reservation fee per stay. Remember when you renew your vehicle tags and registration, you can purchase Kansas State Parks Passports. State Parks Passports will get you into any state park for a year and represent significant savings over traditional annual vehicle permits, which are still available at KDWPT offices. Daily vehicle entrance permits are available. Annual vehicle permits for seniors and persons with disabilities are available through department offices.
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Commercial vehicle system updated The Stevens County Conservation District 2013 Poster Contest “Where Does Your Water Shed?” winners from Heritage Christian School are named. Left to right are first grader Emerson Williams second place; third grader Agatha Fehr third place; fourth grader Lisa
Fehr third place; fifth grader Molly McClure third place; and sixth grader Toby McClure first place. Toby’s poster was also selected to be showcased at the Kansas Association of Conservation District’s annual meeting in Wichita. Congratulations to the poster winners!
Deaths on Kansas roads fall to all-time low In the past year there were fewer deaths on Kansas roads than in any other year since the Kansas Department of Transportation began keeping records. In 2013, according to preliminary unofficial reports there were 344 fatalities, compared to 405 in 2012. “One fatality is one too many and we are going to work hard to have this number decrease in 2014,” said Kansas Secretary of Transportation Mike King. “In Kansas, we strongly emphasize safety in the engineering of our highways and that’s an
important component to keeping travelers safe.” The previous low was 385 fatalities in 2008 - the high was in 1969 when 780 people died. KDOT started keeping records in 1947. “Strategic investment in infrastructure, improvement in our seat belt rate, committed law enforcement and emergency responders, good laws and safer vehicles have all played into this dramatic reduction in fatalities,” said Steven Buckley, KDOT Safety Engineer. “While KDOT is committed to improving our
roadway system, we still must rely on drivers to do their part by eliminating distractions, never driving drunk and wearing a seat belt, every trip, every time. “We are encouraged by this record-setting year, but that is no consolation for the family and friends of the 344 persons lost in traffic crashes,” Buckley said. “The challenge to engineers, law enforcement, emergency responders, advocates, and especially drivers for 2014 is to continue the downward trend.”
Consumer Alert
by Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt
Although winter has set in across Kansas, door-to-door paving scams are continuing to be seen throughout the state, Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt said. In the past three months, the Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division has received complaints regarding door-to-door driveway paving scams from Cloud, Douglas, Jefferson, Marshall, Mitchell, Nemaha, Neosho, Osage, Ot-
tawa, Republic, Saline, Shawnee and Stevens counties. Typically, the scam involves the pavers claiming they have leftover asphalt from a recent job, and offering consumers a “good deal” to pave their driveways. Often, they do not disclose all of the charges, do not inform the consumers of their three-day right to cancel, perform substandard work – or do not complete the job at all.
Schmidt reminded consumers when hiring contractors or construction workers, it is best to deal with reputable, local companies. Schmidt asked that any Kansans who may have done business with a deceptive or fraudulent paving operation contact his Consumer Protection Division by calling 1-800432-2310 or by filing a complaint online at www. InYourCornerKansas.org.
Officials urge safety during Radon Action Month January is National Radon Action Month, according to The EPA. Health agencies throughout the United States have joined forces to promote action against the leading cause of lung cancer for non-smokers. The American Lung Association, Centers for Disease Control, and National Cancer Institute all agree radon is a national health problem and encourage radon testing during the January call to action. Radon is a naturally-occurring, invisible and odorless radioactive gas. One in 15 American homes contains high levels of radon. Millions of Americans are unknowingly exposed to this dangerous gas. In fact, a recent study by Harvard University ranks radon as America’s number one inhome hazard. By taking simple
steps to test your home for radon and fix if necessary, this health hazard can be avoided. Radon gas is not isolated to certain geographical areas or home types. Radon problems have been detected in homes in every county of the U.S. It caused more American fatalities last year than carbon monoxide, fires and handguns combined! If a home hasn't been tested for radon in the past two years, EPA and the Surgeon General urge you to take action. Contact your state radon office for information about locating qualified test kits or qualified radon testers. The federal commitment made by EPA, the General Services Administration, and the departments of Agriculture, Defense, Energy, Health and Human Services, Housing and
Urban Development, Interior, and Veterans Affairs will focus efforts on radon reduction and mitigation in homes, especially those of low-income families, many of whom do not have the resources to make the simple fixes necessary to protect their homes and loved ones. In recent years, the federal consortium has met with key leaders in the public health, environmental and private sectors to launch the federal action plan including both immediate and long-term steps to reduce radon exposure. In 2013, this effort to spread awareness and move forward protecting the nation from radon is moving along. For more information visit www.RadonMonth.org.
Record number of concealed carry permits issued in 2013 The number of Kansans who applied for concealed carry handgun permits last year exceeded the previous one-year record by 50 percent, Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt announced. More than 24,000 Kansans applied for con-
cealed carry handgun permits in 2013. “Record numbers of Kansans are exercising their Second Amendment rights and taking advantage of the Kansas concealed carry law,” Schmidt said. “We’re working hard to provide them topquality customer service in
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the permitting process.” The 24,181 applications received by the Attorney General’s Concealed Carry Licensing Unit during the 2013 calendar year was more than had been received in any previous calendar year since the program began in 2006. The previous record for a calendar year was 15,707 applications received in 2012. During the month of December, the Attorney General’s Office received 1,036 applications. There were 75,099 active permits as of January 2. The applications are being processed in an average of 30 days. The concealed carry licensing program was enacted by the Legislature in 2006 over the veto of then-Gov. Kathleen Sebelius. By law, the program is administered by Attorney General Schmidt’s office. More information about the concealed carry licensing program is available at www.ag.ks.gov.
Beginning January 1, the Kansas Department of Revenue, Commercial Motor Vehicle Office is rolling out a new system to increase compliance with federal and state departments of transportation. The property tax assessed on commercial vehicles will also be replaced with a fee. The office, will now register intrastate and interstate motor carriers in the newly created Commercial Vehicle Registration System. This registration does not affect farm vehicles. During the 2011 session, the Kansas Legislature passed House Bill 2557 which removed the property tax, also called the ad valorem tax, from commercial vehicles and replaced it with a commercial vehicle fee that will be collected at the time of registration. Motor carriers operating solely in Kansas as an intrastate motor carrier will receive a new license plate. The new white and purple plate marked “Commercial” will provide an easy reference for law enforcement. Kansasbased motor carriers that drive in Kansas and other states and currently have an apportioned tag will continue to receive the license plate that is white with red marked “Apportioned.” “The new fees will streamline Kansas’ antiquated process tied to fluctuating property taxes and help businesses predict from year-toyear what their registration will cost,” said Deann
Williams, manager of the Commercial Motor Vehicle Office. “This is leveling the playing field for all commercial vehicle operators and simplifying the process because the fee will be collected when the vehicle is registered.” The definition of a commercial vehicle is not changing; the federal rules have been in place since July 2000. The new system will help ensure that all commercial vehicles are properly registered and comply with existing federal and state laws. Currently, commercial vehicles should be operating under a U.S. DOT number; that DOT number will be used to set up the new intrastate commercial vehicle registration account.
A commercial vehicle is used to transport property or passengers and: • Has a gross vehicle weight or gross combination vehicle weight of 10,001 pounds or more • Is designed or used to transport 15 or more passengers, including the driver • Is used to transport hazardous material in a quantity requiring placarding. If a vehicle meets any one of the three criteria, it is considered a commercial vehicle. More information is available in the commercial vehicle registration section of www.truckingks.org, there operators can also check if their county treasurer’s office offers commercial vehicle registration or to register for a DOT number.
Retirement Reception for Barbara Beeks After 18-1/2 years of serving as Director of the Senior Activity Center, Barbara Beeks is retiring. The community is invited to come show their appreciation for her dedicated service.
Sunday, January 12 2 - 4 p.m. Senior Center 624 S. Main, Hugoton
Please come join us in expressing our gratitude and wishing her a
HAPPY RETIREMENT!
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History From The Hermes
Hugoton
Compiled by Ruthie Winget Thursday, January 8, 2009 Paula Rowden, RN, Moscow School Nurse, is the recipient of a $1,000 Healthy Habits for Life grant issued from Blue CrossBlue Shield of Kansas Foundation. Rowden is one of forty-two school nurses from across the state to receive this grant. Allan Moodie and Clayton Hogie of Superior Irrigation both earned the PLUS (Proven Leaders in Unmatched Service) Certi-
fied Technician Award. Thursday, January 15, 2004 Municipal Judge Paula Sosa was presented the “Woman of Distinction” Award by Girl Scout Troop 74. The honor is an award presented by the Girl Scout Council from Amarillo, Tx. to outstanding women. Troy Skinner was selected for second chair for tuba and Michelle McCulloch made second chair for oboe in the South-
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west District Honor Bank at Dodge City Community College. Thursday, January 13, 1994 Les Kinser was presented the “Community Service Award” at the Stevens County Conservation District dinner meeting for his dedication and participation in the district. Thursday, January 12, 1984 The Hugoton Debate Squad placed second at the Boothill Invitational Debate Tournament in Dodge City. Team members are Mike Metcalf, Juli Kramer, Sherri Walkemeyer, Rob Wilson, Cyndi Porter and Tina DeWitt. Thursday, January 11, 1979 Tractors from this area will be in the Tractorcade to Washington, D.C. in protest of low farm prices. Jim Kramer and Walter McClure are already there paving the way for the Tractorcade members when they arrive. Thursday, January 16, 1964 Work on the new power plant building south of Hugoton is going ahead at a fast pace. The huge new generator engine will arrive about February 1. The new engine will travel on a railroad car from Chicago.
Thursday, January 14, 1954 Icy streets caused a two vehicle accident. A 1953 Chevrolet driven by Betty Peterson was damaged when the Peterson car and a 1950 DeSoto driven by Mrs. Wendell Hubbard were involved in a collision at Jackson and Sixth Street. The front of the Peterson car was damaged extensively when the car failed to stop on the icy streets and hit the rear of the other car. Friday, January 11, 1929 Monday evening after the show was over, a group of young folks gathered here in town and went out to the Ed Flummerfelt farm to shiveree Mr. and Mrs. High Anderson. Upon arriving, they found the young couple to have started down the road. They instantly followed and brought them back to receive the consequences. After much shooting, beating of tin pans, and honking of horns, the bunch was served with the usual refreshments of a shiveree--candy and cigars. The bunch returned back to town about 11:30 p.m. If any readers have pictures or memories for the history page of the Hermes, please bring them in to Ruthie Winget at The Hugoton Hermes.
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The Heger brothers haul grain, about four hundred bushels of grain on five wagons, to Hugoton when the roads were muddy and impassable. The picture was taken in 1915 in Hugoton at Sixth and Jackson. The Western Lumber and Hardware Store is in the background. From The History of Stevens County and Its People.
As we have entered into the new year, we would like to inform the citizens of Stevens County that we are now accepting nominations for Citizen of the Year and Lifetime Achievement awards for 2013. These awards will be presented to the honored recipient at our Annual Awards Banquet Saturday, April 26, 2014. Anyone who is a resident of Stevens County can make a nomination for either of these two awards. Nominations must be submitted in writing to the Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce to be considered. Nominations must be received in the Chamber office by January 31, 2014, to be considered. The Senior Center has a couple of activities this week. Saturday, January 11 at 8:00 p.m. there will be the Adult Senior Prom dance and bingo sponsored by Stevens County 4-H youth. Snacks will be furnished by 4-Hers and music will be provided by Cottonwood Bank. This event will be held at the Stevens County Senior Center, 624 South Main Street, Hugoton. Call 544-2283 for more information. Sunday, January 12 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. there will be a retirement reception for Barbara Beeks. The staff of the Senior Center would like to invite everyone to this event to show Barbara their gratitude for years of dedicated service to our community. The Southwest Kansas Chambers of Commerce is hosting their 5th Annual “Southwest Kansas Night Out in Topeka”. Each year the group (of which the Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce is a member) hosts Kansas State Senators and State Represen-
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE tatives in the capitol city during the legislative session. This event will be Monday, January 27, at the Capitol Plaza Hotel in Topeka from 5:30-7:30 p.m. This event is to introduce the legislators to Southwest Kansas business and community leaders. It is open to all southwest Kansas business entities and all community leaders are invited and encouraged to attend. No reservations are needed. Contact the Chamber office if you would like more information on this event. The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce and Stevens County Economic Development website www.steven scountyks.com is a great place to view a calendar of events with all of these activities which are happening in the county and to get more details on Chamber and Economic Development programs. Be sure to check it out. We also try to keep the community informed of upcoming events on our Facebook pages Get Hugoton! and Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce. Give us a LIKE on Facebook. Chamber Gift Certificates are the PERFECT gift for Anyone, Anytime! Chamber Gift Certificates are the solution for all of your gift giving needs. Purchasing Chamber Gift Certificates ensures that your money is staying in our local economy making our local businesses strong. Stop by the Chamber Office and purchase a Chamber Gift Certificate. These certificates can be written for any amount and are redeemable at most Stevens County businesses. Shop STEVENS COUNTY First! The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce is here for YOU!
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The City of Hooker has been added to Elkhart by JFT Film Productions and Writer/Director Joel Trujillo, grandson of Johnny B. and Jane Lopez, as locations for its next production and the last in its zombie movie series with open auditions set for Thursday, January 16 at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, January 18 at 2:00 p.m. at the Hooker Senior Citizens Center at 104 Glaydas in Hooker. Filming for “Retro of the Dead” that is based in the year of 1985 will be weekends in February. “Retro of the Dead” is projected to be released in the spring of 2014. It follows the world premiere of “Disco of the Dead” last fall in Mitchell Theaters in Liberal and Guymon. “Retro of the Dead” is another “sequel prequel” and a sequel to “Disco of the Dead.” It is also a prequel to “Eclipse of the Dead.” The entire series also includes “Dusk of the Living Dead” and “Fields of the Living Dead.” This is Trujillo’s fourth foray into solo movie directing. (He paired with Randy Greenwood on “Dusk” and “Fields.”) “Disco of the Dead” received top ratings with ZMDB, a Web site geared for zombie movies and fans. “Disco” also sold out a premier showing. Trujillo has won two Telly Awards, a premier award honoring outstanding local, regional and cable TV commercials and programs, the finest video and film productions, and web commercials, videos and films. Winners represent the best work of the most respected advertising agencies, production companies, television stations, cable operators and corporate video departments in the world. In “Retro” the nemesis will be played by Mark Espinoza of Elkhart, who was seen at the ending of the credits for “Disco.”. Returning characters in-
clude Kennie Porter (played by D. Brent McKinley of Elkhart), Samantha Starke (played by Terra Orth of Elkhart), Sergeant Nordrum, (Virgil Gibson of Hardesty) and Mrs. Nordrum (Benita Keneer of Elkhart). “It is obvious with the returning actors that they do it for the love of film making. All my actors bring fun-loving, cre-
ative, great attitudes to the sets. I love working with them all from Virgil Gibson who is trained as an actor and once played a surgeon on the soap opera ‘Guiding Light’ to our youngest actor at age three,” said Trujillo. “All are welcome to audition and be involved.” For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/
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Makayla, Sarah, Dylan, Ciera and Cory, ages 14, 13, ten, seven and six Makayla, Sarah, Dylan, Ciera and Cory would like a forever family that is willing to keep them together! Makayla loves to sing! Her favorite class in school is choir. When she grows up she would like to be a Mom and a superstar! Makayla states that she would like, “to have my own room, be adopted with my siblings and live in the city.” Sarah is a bright young girl. She is artistic and likes to joke around. She loves talking things through and really enjoys conversing with adults. Sarah would like to live in the country and be able to have pets. Dylan is good at defending the goal in soccer! He enjoys reading, drawing and playing with his
legos. In school, Dylan likes lunchtime and computers. Dylan would like most to have a tree house and to be able to have some pets. Ciera loves riding scooters! Recess is her favorite class in school because she gets to play outside. She would like to have “a TV in her bedroom!” Cory loves playing outside and building things out of blocks. At school he enjoys recess and computers the most. He needs a forever home with plenty of space to run and play outside. To learn more about adoption visit www.adoptkskids.org or call 877-457-5430. The children’s case numbers are CH5608, CH-5609, CH-5610, CH-5611 and CH-5612.
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544-2261 USDA is an equal opportunity employer and provider Eric B. Banks, State Conservationist with U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) announces three National Initiatives being offered in Kansas through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP): On-Farm Energy, Organic, and Seasonal High Tunnel. While NRCS accepts applications for EQIP on a continuous basis throughout the year, there will be two signup periods, with cutoff dead-
lines of February 21, 2014, and April 18, 2014, for the On-Farm Energy, Organic, and Seasonal High Tunnel Initiatives. “We encourage our producers to take advantage of the conservation opportunities being made available to them through these EQIP Initiatives,” Banks said. Initiatives Overview On-Farm Energy Initiative: Producers work with an NRCS-approved Technical Service Provider (TSP) to develop Agricultural Energy
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Management Plans or farm energy audits that assess energy consumption on an operation. NRCS may also provide assistance to implement various recommended measures identified in the energy audit through the use of conservation practice standards offered through this initiative. Organic Initiative: NRCS will assist producers with installation of conservation practices on agricultural operations related to organic production. Producers cur-
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rently certified as organic, transitioning to organic, or National Organic Program exempt will have access to a broad set of conservation practices to assist in treating their resource concerns while fulfilling many of the requirements in an Organic System Plan. Seasonal High Tunnel Initiative: NRCS helps producers implement high tunnels that extend growing seasons for high value crops in an environmentally safe manner. High tunnel benefits include better plant and soil quality and fewer nutrients and pesticides in the environment. Eligibility EQIP offers financial and technical assistance to eligible participants to install or implement structural and management practices on eligible agricultural land. Conservation practices must be implemented to NRCS standards and specifications. In Kansas, socially disadvantaged, limited resource, and beginning farmers and ranchers will receive a higher payment rate for eligible conservation practices applied. Information Available For more information about EQIP, or other programs offered by NRCS, please contact your local USDA Service Center or go to the Web site www.ks.nrcs. usda.gov. Follow us on Twitter @NRCS_Kansas.
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doors, never bring more inside than you need at one time. Firewood can harbor insects like beetles, spiders, ladybugs, ants, cockroaches and centipedes. It’s important to have a professional periodically inspect for signs of pests and take preventative control measures. System Maintenance Creating monthly and annual maintenance schedules for your home’s major systems and appliances can save you time and money later, according to experts. Start by adding these tasks to your monthly calendar: clean the dishwasher drains to prevent clogs and breakdowns, flush the garbage disposal with water and baking soda to prevent odor and grime, and change the filters for your air conditioner and heating system to
Cloverleaf Cowboys relate November meeting details The November meeting of the Cloverleaf Cowboys was called to order by President Elizabeth Johnson November 26. The main topics of discussion were county club days, the 4-H Christmas party, and giving gifts at the Pioneer Manor. The club voted to do a skit at county club days and to not do a model meeting. The 4-H Christmas party was scheduled for December 15. Everyone was to bring a present to exchange for their age group and gender. Members with names beginning with the letters from A through H were to bring a salad and a
main dish and members with names beginning with letters I through Z were to bring a dessert and main dish. Younger brothers or sisters were allowed to bring a gift to exchange also. Every 4-H member purchased two gifts for the Pioneer Manor residents. The club voted to deliver the gifts December 14. Recreation was provided by Amya Johnson. Snacks were provided by the Ryan Martin and Walt Beesley families. The meeting was then adjourned. Submitted by Claire Clark Cloverleaf Cowboys reporter.
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improve air quality. Annual maintenance should include checking your washer’s hoses for leaks, cleaning the lint from your dryer ductwork, caulking leaks around windows and doors, and having your heating and cooling systems professionally serviced. Look into home warranty plans with a broad network of professional service contractors and the ability to place service requests 24/7. A home warranty provides coverage for breakdowns of home system components, such as HVAC and plumbing, and also major appliances. Deep Clean Keeping your rooms clean can make a house a livable, comfortable home. Prevent clutter with organizational tools like baskets, shoe racks and coat hangers. To avoid extra mopping, consider asking guests to remove their shoes before walking through your home. Such
measures may save you from spot cleaning, but nothing can save you from the task of home cleaning in the long term. For a thorough, deep clean and to ensure small details aren’t overlooked, consider using a professional cleaning service. Tough Jobs No other item in your home can affect the appearance of your home like carpeting. Schedule a carpet cleaning for a fresh start to the year, and have the carpets cleaned every six to twelve months. Likewise, a trained technician can ensure proper care of surfaces like hardwood floors, tile and grout and also upholstered furniture. Without adding too much work to your already busy schedule, you can resolve to give your home the care it deserves. For more information on professional brands that can help, visit www.service master.com.
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New Years resolution ideas for your home (StatePoint) Running a home can be a full-time job. Unfortunately, many of us don’t have that kind of time. This new year, resolve to check off all the items on your to-do list without working harder. You can accomplish this by finding smarter solutions to maintain your home efficiently. Pest Control When it comes to pest control, a false sense of security during the cooler months can get you in trouble, as all homes are susceptible to pest invasion year-round. Experts say the best way to prevent rodents from entering your home is by sealing holes and cracks outside your home. Install a good, thick weatherstrip on the bottom of all doors. Be sure the door from the garage is sealed extra tight. If you’re using firewood in-
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Happy New Year! ROLLA NEWS By Phoebe Brummett
People traveled all over this Christmas and New Year’s season! If you have a place you traveled and would like to put an article in the paper, please contact Phoebe Brummett via email at brummett@pld.com or call 593-4657.
January 11-12 Second Annual Hays Family Invitational Roping and BullDogging at Hays Family Arena in Bristow, Ok., @ 1:30 p.m. Saturday, January 11 Rolla Hope Foundation annual members dinner @ 6:30 p.m. in the old gym at RHS.
Tuesday, January 14 Junior High Girls’ Basketball (V) at Balko @ 4:00 p.m. Junior High Boys Basketball (V) at Balko @ 5:00 p.m. High School Girls Basketball (V) at Balko @ 6:30 p.m. High School Boys Basketball (V) at Balko @ 8:00 p.m.
Send a card to Jack Tenbrook January 12 will be Jack Tenbrook’s ninty-third birthday. Let’s honor him with a card shower! His mailing address is PO Box 226, Rolla,
Warren and Barbara host a family get together over the Christmas holidays. Family members travel distances to enjoy the special time together.
Myers host Christmas party Warren and Barbara Myers hosted a family get together over Christmas. Daughter Gaylynn Eggleston from Pueblo, Co., with her husband Tim and children, Clayton and Emily, celebrated with Troy Swinney
from Gentry, Ar., and his three daughters, Kamrey, Katryn, and Kassidy at the Myers’ farm south of Rolla. Troy is Gaylynn’s oldest nephew and the Myers’ oldest grandson. The day was extra special for them all.
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Burrows enjoy family pizza party “Table for 17?” If you were near the Burrows family over the Christmas break, you may have heard that statement made at the Elkhart Pizza Hut. Larry and Wilene Burrows’s family got together to celebrate as best as they could, with Josh Hartman away serving our country. Brandi Hartman from Edmond, Ok., and her children, Anya, Ally, Max and Macy, Ryan and Karen Burrows from
Satanta with their daughters, Ella and Mia, and Stacy and Shelli Burrows from Rolla, with their sons, Chandler, Preston, Ashton and Hunter joined Larry and Wilene for the crazy time of eating Pizza Hut during the break. After the pizza party, the entire clan visited Grandma Genevieve Link. The Burrows are always sure to have a great time, anytime they are together.
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Boekhaus Luau — Back row, left to right: Chase Boekhaus, Todd Oden, Brett Oden and Bragen Denton. Front row: Cynthia Denton, Zach Frederick, Brooke Frederick, Pam Boekhaus, Jill Oden, Christine Oden and Kelsey Yarbrough. Inset: Robin Williams with companion.
Boekhaus family meets Robin Williams in Hawaii Some of the Boekhaus family traveled to Hawaii this year for a vacation. Pam Boekhaus joined family members Cynthia Denton with son Bragen and daughter Brooke with Brooke’s husband Zach Frederick, Tami Boekhaus with son Chase and girlfriend Kelsey, and Pam’s niece Christine and husband Todd Oden and children Jill and Brett from Sterling for a tropical visit to Maui, Hi. They saw how the islands cel-
ebrate a New Year as well as scuba diving and just lounging on the beach. While the family was lounging on the beach, they discovered Robin Williams, actor/comedian, behind them! A photo was snapped and Robin wished the lucky family “Happy New Year!” This trip is sure to be memorable for them all, from the warm ocean breezes to the luau to the good wishes from a famous actor/comedian. Welcome back to the freezer, though!
Rolla Hope plans members dinner The Rolla Hope Foundation will be holding their second annual members dinner Saturday, January 11, 2014, at 6:30 p.m. at the old gym at the Rolla High School. If anyone is inter-
ested in becoming a member of Rolla Hope or needs to renew, this would be a great time to do that. Dinner will be provided. Contact Arleen Clinesmith for more information.
Lois Dunn's family — Left to right: LaTasha and Caleb James, Lois Dunn holding Malachi, Alisha James holding Jonathan, and Nathan James holding Mary.
Lois Dunn enjoys many Christmas visitors Lois Dunn enjoyed company multiply times during these past two weeks. Christmas Eve, she hosted a soup supper and enjoyed the company of Sam, Rachel and Samantha Dunn, Daniel Dunn, Pete, Priscilla, SaKya, Adynn and Cami Milburn, and Phoebe, Kyri and Kylie Brummett. Then New Year’s Eve, Penny’s sons traveled west to show off their new sons to Great Grandma. Caleb, Latasha, and Malachi James traveled from Raytown, Mo., to Haviland to pick up Caleb’s brother and his
family, Nathan, Alisha, Mary and Jonathan. They arrived at Grandma Lois’s house just as the New Year arrived. New Year’s Day brought more family to Lois’s when Priscilla and her girls and Phoebe and her girls joined the family for lunch. On other evenings, Andy, Mandy and Hannah Dunn from Richfield joined the celebration as did Sam, Rachel, Samantha and Daniel Dunn. It was a blessed week for Lois to meet two of her three new great grandsons.
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Garry Norton’s deer speaks for itself.
Lyndsey and Dillyn enjoy Disney World during their Christmas break. A trip to EPCOT Cdnter was also included.
Dillyn and Lyndsey enjoy Disney World Dillyn and Lyndsey (Light) Sprecher traveled with friends to Florida during their Christmas break and spent time in “the most wonderful place on earth,” Disney World! Dillyn and Lyndsey enjoyed the Magic
Kingdom, taking in all the sights, including Cinderella’s castle and Main Street with all the Christmas decorations. A trip to EPCOT Center was also included! A good time was had by all!
Kori Anna Hall named to Deans Honor Roll Honor rolls at Southwestern Oklahoma State University in Weatherford have been announced for the 2013 fall semester. Kori Anna Hall of Rolla has been named to the Dean’s Honor Roll.
There were 651 students on the Dean’s Honor Roll after completing 12 semester hours of undergraduate work with a grade point average of 3.5 or higher with no grade lower than a “C”.
Garry gets his deer Most of the time, when people think of Garry Norton, they think of Scholars’ Bowl, cross country and an all around good kid. This vacation, Garry proved he is also an expert
marksman! Garry shot a new rifle, at 200+ yards, according to his dad and took down his first deer! Garry is the son of Phillip and Kaylee Norton of Rolla. Congratulations, Garry!
DeGarmos enjoy skiing during Christmas Ron and Pat DeGarmo were blessed to spend Christmas in the Winter Park, Co., area with Aaron and Austin, Susan, Owen and Joey DeGarmo. The DeGarmo’s witnessed the “ski down” Christmas Eve, when skiers ski with colored lights down the mountain. The effect is a wonderful, moving Christmas tree. The DeGarmo family were delighted to spend the time together and remembering the true reason for the season, the
birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Christmas Eve “ski down” in Winter Park.
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Hillbilly Band has a busy year The Moscow Baptist Hillbilly Band had a very busy year in 2013! Wheatridge Park Care Center, Liberal -James (Sonny) Poteet’s Birthday; Pioneer Manor in Hugoton; Trinity Baptist Church Worship Service; fifth Sunday Songfest, Moscow Methodist and Baptist; Moscow United Methodist Groundhog Supper; Trinity Faith, Liberal Valentine Supper; Legacy at Parkview Care Home - Iva Jean Munson’s 88 Birthday; Texas/Oklahoma Baptist Senior Association Meeting, Hardesty, Ok.; MBC Spring Revival with Steve Cody; Hugoton Senior Get-together; Easter Sunday, Pioneer Manor Care Home, Hugoton; Stanton County Care Home; Stevens County Museum Concert on the Green; TexasOklahoma Panhandle Baptist Association Meeting, Boise City; Jackson Family Reunion, Lake Ettling, Kenton, Ok.; Sterling House Assisted Living, Dodge City; Family Night in Manter; Manter Methodist Church; Northeast New Mexico Detention Facility/Bikes on The Yard, Clayton, N.M.; Celebration Baptist Church Worship Service, Ulysses; Ellsworth Correctional Facility - Max and Minimum; Richfield United Methodist 125th Year Celebration; Moscow United Methodist 100th Year Celebration; and Moscow Baptist twenty-fifth Year Celebration. These are just a few places
the Lord has led the band to be able to spread His word and Praise and Glorify Him. They are very blessed to be called to take His light out into the world that others may Know Him. The band appreciates all the many prayers and support. The Good Lord has given them many places to be sent to already this year. They will be sharing with the residents at Sterling House in Dodge City January 11; the Boise City Theater in Boise City, Ok., January 25 at 7:00 p.m.; the Moscow United Methodist Groundhog Supper February 1; the Gideons Pastor Appreciation Banquet in Liberal; and in May the Moscow AllSchool Alumni Banquet. The band has recently purchased a newer sound system and are having a fundraiser to help defray the cost and to take care of some traveling expenses. Barb Williams and Debbie Stoddard created two queen size quilts which are red, white and blue. Barb did the design work and sewing and Debbie did the handquilting. They will be taking donations until July 5. The band is scheduling a “Moscow Baptist ‘Hillbilly Band’” concert in the park. More details about the event will be announced later. Both of the quilts will be given away at that time. You may contact any Hillbilly Band member for more information or to donate. God Bless You All!
Reverend Larry Bradford retired from his position at Moscow Baptist. He will continue as interim pastor for Trinity Baptist in Hugoton. Over the past 25 years, the Moscow Baptist congregation has grown to a resident membership of over 100 with a number of other “family” members involved regularly. Many baptisms, wedding, funerals, hospital visits, Bible studies, children’s programs, summer camps, revivals, building projects and well over 1000 sermons brings Reverend Bradford to look at a less active change in the direction for his life. His ministry in general will not stop as he has a great interest in a ministry called “Intentional Interim” where he would assist churches without a pastor to go through the process of reforcusing and finding new leadership for their congregation. He will attend training for such, later this month. Reverend Bradford and Toni plan to continue living in Moscow where he teaches
Moscow mourns loss of Martin Araiza The community of Moscow and surrounding areas are suffering the tremendous loss Saturday of an amazing man. The community would like to express their heart felt prayers, sympathy and support to the Araiza family and friends in the tragic loss of Martin. He was a wonderful son, brother, father, companion and friend. He will be missed daily but never forgotten. Please join the family in honoring him. Martin Araiza’s Rosary was attended Wednesday at St. Helen Catholic Church in Hugoton. Mass and funeral service is planned for Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at St. Helen Catholic Church with the burial in the Moscow ceme-
by Sara Cross
Thursday, January 9 Community meeting in the concessions area, 7:00 p.m. Friday, January 10 Junior High (A team only) Basketball at Yarbrough @ 4:30,
Debbie Stoddard and Barb Williams have put together these beautiful quilts which will be used as a fundraiser for the sound system for the Moscow Hillbilly Band.
tery. Lunch will be served at 1:00 p.m. at the church. His obituary appears on page 2 of this issue.
girls followed by boys; (Varsity only) Basketball at Yarbrough @ 6:30, girls followed by boys. Monday, January 13 Junior High Basketball at Satanta.
Fundraiser for Moscow Hillbilly Band for new sound system and traveling expenses. Barb and Debbie have created two queen size quilts. They will be taking “Love Donations” of $5.00 per receipt until July 5. At the concert in the park both quilts will be given away. You will not have to be present to win, but your love donation receipt must be able to be read.
Contact Moscow Baptist Hillbillys Barb 544-7958, Debbie 598-2248, Darroll 598-2106, Terry 544-2515, Mike 598-2287 or Pastor Bob Rich 453-2711.
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C omp lete Aeria l Ap plic atio n Debbie Stoddard and Barb Williams show more quilts they have made for family members.
psychology and speech at Moscow High School as well as various college classes for the Seward Community College outreach program in Hugoton. His “first” Intentional Interim ministry continues at Trinity Baptist Church in Hugoton with preaching Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. He will also take a turn for Trinity at Pioneer Manor services and be available as needed for funerals, weddings, etc. Moscow Baptist will continue their ministry under the interim leadership of Rev-
erend Randy Caddell, Director of Missions for the Western Kansas Baptist Association. He will assist the congregation in preaching and in finding and selecting a new pastor over the next several months. Larry and Toni are planning now to enjoy a little more relaxed schedule to visit their son Lanny in Tucson, Az. and their daughter Kristi and her family in Ulysses as well as a little travel to other places now and then.
MHSAlumni Reunion will be May 24, 2014 The Moscow High School Alumni Reunion will take place this year at the high school. The date has been set for May 24, 2014. The all school reunion is every three years and the last one was 2011. President Debbie Stoddard encourages all alumni to attend and to keep address changes current. Invitations will be sent out the last of January and she suggests replies be sent back soon so they can plan for tables and the meal. Last reunion, they gave seven scholarships of $350 each to college applicants. Hopefully they can do that again. They plan to have a good attendance and some entertainment for a fun-filled evening. All classmates are encouraged to contact each other and rooms will be available in the afternoon for exchanges of looks, stares and jokes of how “old” you have gotten. Some of the alumni have been out of school for a long time and it is so much fun to re-live the memories. There will be a power point presentation of their classes and their beloved deceased classmates. They have lost twelve classmates from different classes since 2011. They also
want to celebrate those classmates who make a real effort to attend every reunion. Hazel Miller has attended every one that Debbie Stoddard has and some that she did not. Hazel is not the oldest living one, but she brings her children to the banquet and they are very well behaved. The Alumni Board is made up of volunteers who have given of their time and taught Debby how to make the president’s job easy. They are Mary Curtis Tilford - VicePresident; Stacy Howe - Secretary; Hope Dahle Treasurer; Barbara Williams - Decorations Coordinator; and Debbie Stoddard President. These girls have done a terrific job of planning and deserve a big round of thanks. There is still a lot to do, so make it easy for them and please attend. If anyone would like to help decorate, they would love the company and fellowship. They will be inviting all the teachers that taught the alumni and if any of your parents would like to come, include them on your return slip. Make this year a priority to attend and you will be glad you made the effort. Submitted by Barb Williams.
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Larry Bradford announces his retirement as pastor at Moscow Baptist Reverend Larry Bradford of Moscow has announced his retirement as pastor at Moscow Baptist Church, effective December 31, 2013. The announcement comes after several months of preparation by both Larry and his wife Toni, and the Moscow Baptist congregation. According to Bradford, the decision to retire was a difficult one after being involved in starting the church in 1988 and serving as pastor for over 25 years. He says, “The congregation is more like family to us and our time there has, without a doubt, been the most rewarding time in our ministry.” Bradford and his family came to Hugoton in the spring of 1979 to pastor Trinity Baptist Church. During his 14-year ministry there, he and the Trinity congregation were privileged to answer requests from Moscow community members to have a second church that would enable them to reach more people for Christ along with the Moscow United Methodist Church. He then pastored both the Trinity and Moscow Baptist congregations for five years before moving to Moscow in 1993. In 2011, after the loss of their pastor, Trinity asked Bradford to come for preaching service early Sundays, which was supported by Moscow Baptist, for this shared ministry once again.
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Ashley Dahle of Moscow, has been named to Eastern New Mexico University's Dean's List for the fall 2013 semester. Dahle, a 2011 graduate of Moscow High School, is pursuing a degree in Family and Consumer Scie
Comp. To be eligible for the Dean's List, a student must complete a minimum of 15 credit hours with a GPA between 3.25 and 4.00. Submitted by Eastern New Mexico University.
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PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, December 26, 2013) 3t IN THE TWENTY-SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT, STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS PROBATE DEPARTMENT
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERT A. DAWSON, Deceased.
be produced from Section One (1), Section Two (2), and Section Three (3), all in Township Thirty-three (33) South, Range Thirty-eight (38) West, Stevens County, Kansas; and All minerals in and under or that may be produced from Section Seven (7), Township Thirty-three (33) South, Range Thirty-seven (37) West, Stevens County, Kansas; be assigned in accordance with the terms of the Will.
CASE NO. 2013-PR-39 NOTICE OF HEARING THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that on the 16th day of December, 2013, a Petition has been filed in said Court by Harold V. Eason and Diann L. Eason praying for admission of foreign Will to probate and record without administration; and all of decedent's right, title and interest, including but not limited to all royalty, overriding royalty, mineral ownership and life estates, in and to the following described real property situated in Stevens County, Kansas:
You are hereby required to file your written defenses thereto on or before the 17th day of January, 2014, at 9:30 o'clock a.m. of said day, in said Court, in the City of Hugoton, in Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place said cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon said Petition. HAROLD V. EASON AND DIANN L. EASON, Petitioners TAMARA L. DAVIS TAMARA L. DAVIS, P.A. 107 LAYTON ST., SUITE A DODGE CITY, KS 67801 PH. (620) 225-1674 Attorneys for Petitioners
Please call: Artie @620-655-1197
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Yardmaster is currently seeking an enthusiastic, customerservice oriented person to join our retail sales staff. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and work 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Apply at 225 S. Main. (2c2)
Must be able to run heavy equipment. Benefits include Affordable Health, Dental & Vision. ESOP Retirement Program
Apply at: Ulysses Feedyard 1765 E Road 21, Ulysses, KS 67880 • (620) 356-1750
NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS
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TRANSPORT & BOBTAIL DRIVERS WANTED
for very progressive, family-oriented company. Benefit package includes uniforms, health insurance, paid vacation and sick leave. Competitive pay based on experience. Clean CDL required. Applicant must pass physical, drug screen and back exam.
Apply in person at: Lathem Water Service Hwy 25 S, Ulysses, KS Or call 620-356-3422
for Maintenance
Starting at $10/hr
Apply at McDonald’s 612 E. 11th
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Cactus Feeders is now hiring
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Management Trainees for locations in Southwest Kansas and the Texas Panhandle. This position is an entry level management position with a career path in cattle feedyard management. Must have a four year degree in Agriculture or 3 years of feedyard experience. Cattle or Ag background is a must. Excellent benefits including retirement, health insurance, vision, dental and year-end bonus. Send resumes to Andrew.etheredge@cactusfeeders.com
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Route available for the Hutchinson News - in town Hugoton: 105 papers per day Seven days a week - must be reliable - must be willing to find your own substitute.
8 Officers Needed
Officers - $10-$12/hour Lead Officers - $11-$13/hour
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No Experience Needed - We Will Train You! Located IN Hugoton
Call 866-840-2066 Ask for Carl
HELP WANTED: Scale Operator/ Office Assistant
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is accepting resumes to fill the following positions:
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United Prairie Ag, LLC, is looking for a highly motivated, detail oriented individual to fill a scale operator/office assistant position in our Hugoton office. Potential candidate must possess basic math skills, basic computer skills and ability to learn and use computer software. Must be customer oriented and will need to be able to work flexible hours, weekends/evenings during peak times. Interested persons should apply in person at 509 NW Ave, Hugoton, Ks. United Prairie Ag is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug free workplace
NURSES Stevens County Healthcare is searching for Full-time, Part-time and PRN RNs and LPNs to work at Pioneer Manor These positions are for all shifts. Qualified candidates must have Kansas RN/LPN licensure to be eligible. We offer an outstanding benefits package, competitive wages, sign on bonus of $2000 with one year contract for FT RNs/LPNs; $1000 with one year contract for PT RNs/LPNs; and mileage reimbursement to RNs/LPNs who live 15 miles or more outside of Stevens County.
Applications may be obtained at Stevens County Hospital, 1006 S. Jackson or call Human Resources at 620-544-6141 for more information.
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in the Garden City, Liberal and Elkhart areas. Experience required. Submit resumes to: Merit Energy PO Box 1293 Liberal, Ks. 67905 Fax: 620-624-2732 • vickie.sexton@meritenergy.com
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Current Openings at Stevens County Hospital, Medical Clinic and Pioneer Manor Nursing Home • Stevens County Healthcare is searching for Part-time Housekeepers to work at the Hospital. These positions are 32 hours each week and include a full benefits package. Interested candidates must be willing to work flexible hours, including some weekends. • Stevens County Hospital is searching for Full-time, Part-time and PRN RNs or LPNs to work on the Med/Surg floor. These positions are for night shift (7 pm-7 am). All candidates must have a Kansas RN/LPN licensure to be eligible. We offer an outstanding benefits package, competitive wages, sign on bonus of $2000 with one year contract for FT RNs/LPNs; $1000 with one year contract for PT RNs/LPNs; and mileage reimbursement to RNs or LPNs that live 15 miles or more outside of Stevens County. • Stevens County Hospital is looking for a team-oriented Radiographic Technologist to work PRN shifts. All eligible candidates must have a current Kansas license, be a registered ARRT, and be able to perform routine diagnostic X-rays and CT exams without supervision. If you are interested please contact Diane Porter in Human Resources at 620-544-6141 or send your resume to 1006 S. Jackson, Hugoton, Ks. 67951. • Stevens County Healthcare is searching for a Dietary Cook to work at the Hospital. This position is PRN (as needed) with less than 20 hours per week; does include some weekends. Interested candidates must be willing to work flexible hours.
Please contact Human Resources at 620-544-6141 for more information regarding any current openings. Applications may be obtained at Stevens County Hospital Information Desk, located next to the Medical Clinic. Resumes may be emailed to dporter@svcohosp-pm.org
NOW HIRING Multiple Positions
Now Hiring: Two very high quality, detail oriented, automotive paint and body technicians and One experienced manager for our auto body shop. Also, One car salesman for our dealership. (Call for job duties & qualifications) Job Qualifications Include: High School Diploma, Vocational / Technical School Graduate or equivalent Must be punctual and organized Must be able to manage workloads as they increase and meet deadlines for optimal customer service Job Duties Include: Automotive damage analysis Paint matching and correction High quality paint work High quality body repairs and metal work We offer benefits and a VERY competitive pay plan!! – Please call for details! We are accepting applications in person at our office All interviews will be by appointment
Located: 531 S. Jackson, Hugoton, KS 67951 Phone: 620-544-7800 Fax: 620-544-7816
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Use The Hugoton Hermes’ Classifieds’ Help Wanted section to find your new career! Your dream job is out there let us help you find it!
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FOR SALE FOR SALE: White twin sleigh bed from Ashley Furniture. Mattress and box springs from Denver Mattress included. Like brand new. $450. 620-544-2871. (tfc48) --------------FOR SALE: Livestock equipment: posts, wire, tanks, round bale feeder, truck & trailer, calf cradle, cattle chute, bail mailer. Larry Raney - 620-544-1814. (tfc51) --------------FOR SALE: 1999 Ford F-150 4x4 Club Cab Lariat. 43,000 actual miles. Like new. $10,500. 620-544-2285 or 620541-1330. (tfc1) ---------------
FOR SALE: 1978 Chevy pickup & 1964 GMC pickup. Call 620-544-7763. (3p2) --------------FOR SALE: 2007 Keystone Montana RV fifth wheel. Excellent shape inside and out. Lots of storage room. With awning. Want $23,000 OBO. Phone: 432-653-7824. (2c2) --------------FOR SALE: 1989 F150 4x4 4.9L 5 speed. $500 OBO. Call 620-391-0502. (1c2)
Member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS AND KANSAS ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS
112 S. Main • 620-356-5808 • Ulysses www.faulknerrealestate.com Se Habla Espanol-356-5808
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1155 Road 25, Rolla - Beautiful Brick, 4 bed/3 bath, att garage, horse barn, equip shop, detach garage, feeding facility, all on 160 acres. Call today for your private showing!!
Equal Housing Opportunity
For more information call Dayna Folger at (tfc46) 620-492-3698.
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715 S Adams- 2 bed/2 bath, fpl, 2 living areas, WIC Mst Bed, lots of storage, det garage.
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ROLLA PLAZA APARTMENTS 1&2 Bedroom Apts
• Must be 62 or disabled to qualify • Rent based on adjusted income • All electric appliances • Coin-operated laundry facilities • Rental assistance available MORE!! AND 2 Senior Apartments Also Available
For information, call Plaza Office Call Selia Crawford at 544-2182 544-4011 (tfc6) If no answer, leave message
104 Sid Avenue Elkhart- Ranch, 4 bed/2 bath, new windows, nice wood floors, appliances, att garage, basement, cen H/A, fence. Call today to see this home!!
Project Hope
7:00 ~ 8:00 p.m. Mondays Assembly of God, 138 S. Main
Open Tues & Thurs 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.
(park in back lot)
1030 S. Main
An Encouragement Group
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AL-Anon Family Group Men & Women of alcoholic family & friends meet at 1405 Cemetery Rd. Mon. & Thurs. 8 pm 544-2610 or 544-2854 kansas-al-anon.org (tfc)
131 S Madison- 2 bed/2 bath, 2 living areas, kitchen/dining combo, att garage, 30 x 40 metal bldg, 10 x 12 storage shed, fence, sprinkler, carport. Great neighborhood!!
Eileen Gregg, Broker HOME FOR SALE
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201 6th Ave, Rolla Dallas Bressler (owner)
3 Bedrooms, 2-Car Garage, Large Shop, Travel Trailer Cement Pad for Hookups, Full Basement, Approximately 6 Acres. Please call David Light at 544-9763. David Light 620-544-9763 Fax: 620-356-5462 Office: 620-356-5808 faulkner@pld.com
1111 S Jefferson- 3 bed/1 b, cen H/A, fence, carport, storage bldg. Call for details!!
711 East 5th Avenue- Beautiful ranch style, 3 bed/2 bath, Open Floor plan, Oak cabinets, finished bsmt, att garage,cen H/A. Much more... Call for your showing.
1029 S. Van Buren- New Lower Price!!! 2 bed/1 b. att garage, cen H?A, fpl, fence, shed. Call to see this home!! vacant lot - Kallen1408 S Jefferson St - L SO D bach Fourth Addition
NEED TO BUY, SELL OR TRADE? TAKE A LOOK AT THE HUGOTON HERMES CLASSIFIEDS!
Call 544-4321or email hermesma@pld.com
FOR SALE BY OWNER 3 Bedroom House
Mark Faulkner-Broker Karen Yoder - Associate/Broker Residential & Commercial Specialist
Karen Yoder- 544-4161 or Cellphone 544-3730
Karen Yoder
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Chance Yoder- Cellphone 544-1907
Chance Yoder
“Call Us For All Your Real Estate Needs”
BUSINESS and PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY
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3rd Tuesdays - 1:00 p.m. 3rd Thursdays - 5:15 p.m. Chapel at Pioneer Manor
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(620)544-7777 UPERIOR 510 E. 3rd OLUTIONS Hugoton
Great Deals ~ Easy Financing ~ Quality Service Office: (620)544-7800 531 S. Jackson Hugoton, Ks. 67951 (tfc6)
HOME REPAIR & LAWN CARE
Alan D. Higgins, Owner “Give Me A Sign”
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1182 Road Q • Hugoton (tfc12) KIRBY VACUUM CLEANER Customers for Factory Authorized Sales & Service Please call Jeff 800-821-5050 - We also offer Refurbished Kirbys4p52 (tfc46)
Teri’s Signs
Custom Digital Vinyl
& Designs
DOT & Designs & Logos for Trucks & Businesses Wall Art for Gifts & Home & More
620-541-1077
(620)428-6518
LAWN PRO Will Schnittker
Owner/Designer
All electric, new kitchen, partial basement, new water well on 19 acres with 4 outbuildings including a bunk house, 2 garages and a large cement floor shed.
If interested or for a showing, call 598-2416 or 598-2318
Chance Yoder - Salesperson Agricultural Land Residential & Commercial Specialist
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See me on facebook at: terissignsanddesigns
Handy Haulers
Lawn Mowing/Odd Jobs
Kelly Mace
910 Van Buren 544-4403 or 453-9098 26p12
HOME FOR SALE IN ELKHART
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205 Sid - 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom, 1,444 sq.ft. with additional footage upstairs, Sprinkler System, Privacy Fence and Patio in Backyard, Car Port and Storage Shed
620-697-4919
Appraised at 82K-negotiable
FOR SALE BY OWNER - 705 Van Buren 1400 sq. ft. Unfinished basement Appliances included
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Call 620-544-7317 for appointment FOR SALE BY OWNER
3 Bedroom/1 Bathroom Approx. 1,248 sq. ft. Lot Size: 9,583 sq. ft. Built in 1997, 90% remodeled in 2005 NEW 15’x30’ covered patio on south side Security fence, 2 lg storage sheds by Sturdy Build - Serious Offers Only
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617 E. Third
620-544-5917 or 620-544-7046 after 5:30 p.m.
House for Sale by Owners:
620-544-1517
Even if you don’t get out much these days, you can still “go shopping” in the Classifieds. Get exactly what you’re looking for, delivered right to your front door. Find someone to mow the lawn. • Find someone to clean the house. • Find that special recliner. • Look for a job. • Buy a new used car. • Check out the real estate section. . . . and lots more.
3816 total sq. ft., Basement, Fireplace, 3 Car Garage, Extra Lot, Enclosed Hot Tub Room Prestigious Location - Commercial Building
210 West 11th St- Over 4,000 sq ft brick, 4 bd, 3 ba, full finished basement, fenced yard, 3 fireplaces, formal dining, includes kitchen appliances, circle drive, lots of storage. Call to see this beauty!!
2322 Road 7 Ranch Style, 4 bed/2 bath, fpl, cover patio, fence, WIC, outbuildings, 10+/- acres. Much, much more!! Call to see this property!!
Pioneer Manor Family Support Group
WANT TO PURCHASE: Minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557, Denver, Co. 80201.
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Storm Room, Family Room, 2 Fireplaces, Unique Kitchen, 3 Car Garage, 3439 sq. ft. of Beauty!
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SUPPORT GROUPS PREGNANT? NEED HELP? Call Birthright of Garden City, 620-276-3605 or Birthline of Liberal, 1404 N. Western, 620-626-6763. (tfc3)
Big ~ Bold ~ Beautiful! 1410 S. Main
813 S Washington Frame, 4 bed/2 bath, finished basement, nice kitchen w/appliances, att garage, fence. Much more!! Call for your showing!!
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FOR RENT: 1 private RV lot available in Hugoton. Utilities included. Contact Steve Benavidez for information at 612280-0153. (1c2)
REAL ESTATE
206 West 5th StreetYour ready for business!! Beauty Salon w/fixtures...includes hair stations, manicure & pedicure station, tanning beds and more!! Call today!!
FOR RENT FOR SALE: Tired of paying $1200-$1400 a month at a hotel? Here is a nice 1 bedroom studio apartment. Furnished with laundry and indoor parking. No pets, no smoking. Cable TV, internet and water included. $600 a month plus deposit and electric. Housing goes fast so do not delay! Call 620-952-3239. (1c2) --------------FOR RENT: 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments. Furnished or unfurnished. Bills included, washer and dryer, and cable. Call 5442232. (tfc)
(620) 624-1212 Now see these and other SW. Kansas properties at www.hugotonhomes.com
531 S Main Street- Commercial Property Porter Building - 5,886 sf, retail & office space, central H/A. Prime Location! Call to view this property.
Oak, Piñon, Mesquite, Pecan & More Delivery & stacking available
307 N. Kansas, Suite 101 Liberal, KS 67901
901 S Trindle Ranch, 4 bed/3 bath, fpl, fence, sprinkler, att garage, beautiful oak detailing! Call to see this beauty!!
FIREWOOD FOR SALE
Call DJ @ 620-430-1273 Days 620-428-6127 Evenings (tfc)
848 Road G. - This home has 2 new electric heat and A/C units. House formerly on free gas. The gas company pays for up to 20,000 KW of Electric usage in lieu of free gas. The seller has purchased a used updated fireplace insert, but it has not been installed. The site also contains a mobile home site with septic, water and electric available. Lots of built in storage and a 10' x 10' concrete storm shelter accessed from within the house. Additional adjacent acreage is available for purchase.
1003 S. Adams Street -This home is richly adorned with up to date modern color schemes and top grade wood trim and solid wood doors throughout. The kitchen cabinets and full wall of pantry has more than enough room for the most exotic chef's needs. Solid surface counter tops make cleaning the kitchen and bathrooms a snap. Enjoy that cup of coffee on the balcony/deck off the master bedroom on the upper level. The 45X24 morton garage contains a 24'X17.5' work shop which is insulated, heated & cooled and also has a sink.
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An older five bedroom home with two bathrooms, central air and heat and a large garage/shop located at 609 S. Van Buren in Hugoton. The house will shown by appointment only. Please contact Theresa Gerrond at 620-544-2282 or Wayne Tate at 620-544-2103 to schedule a showing.
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Cold weather can affect the heart
With frigid cold hitting Kansas, the American Heart Association says it is important to know the cold can affect the heart, especially if you have cardiovascular disease. Children, the elderly and those with heart disease are at special risk. People with coronary heart disease often suffer angina pectoris (chest pain or discomfort) when they’re in cold weather. Some studies suggest harsh winter weather may increase a person’s risk of heart attack due to overexertion. Lifesaving tips • People who are outdoors in cold weather should avoid sudden exertion, like lifting a heavy shovel full of snow. Even walking through heavy, wet snow or snow drifts can strain a person’s heart. • Winter sports enthusiasts who don't take certain precautions can suffer accidental hypothermia. It occurs when your body can’t produce enough energy to keep the internal body temperature warm enough. It can kill you. Heart failure causes most deaths in hypothermia. • Symptoms include lack of
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coordination, mental confusion, slowed reactions, shivering and sleepiness. Seek help and call 9-1-1 immediately. • To keep warm, wear layers of clothing. This traps air between layers, forming a protective insulation. Also, wear a hat or head scarf. Heat can be lost through your head. Keep your hands and feet warm. • Don't drink alcoholic bever-
Patrick Arange continues his annual tradition of decorating his yard for each holiday. Above
Quick grits and hominy grits aren’t whole grain, but whole corn grits are. Personally, I think they taste a lot better, as well! You can also find millet and barley grits, and both are whole grain. Making one batch of oatmeal or other hot, wholegrain cereal is cheaper and more healthful than many other breakfast choices. Remember that not all hot cereals are created equal. As in most foods, the more processed they are, the higher in cost and lower in nutritional value they are, as well. Sure, it is easy to open the pre-measured packet of oatmeal, but it is just as easy to scoop it out of the oatmeal box. Instant hot cereals are more likely to have
THANK YOU The Hugoton Police Department would like to say “THANK YOU” to the many sponsors and volunteers that helped with “Shop with a Cop”. We were able to take 24 kids shopping Saturday morning!
Sponsors Nurse Link Staffing INC. Opal Hall Mr. and Mrs. Lengel Frankie and Charlotte Thomas Rector Farms **Anonymous Donations**
Volunteers
Luis Sanchez Rodrigo Sanchez Toni Crawford Zelma Smith Alicia Stevenson Jean Lamatsch
he wishes everyone a Happy New Year! Thanks, Patrick, for all your hard work.
by Stevens County FACS Agent Nancy Honig
Beyond Oatmeal, Breakfast Hot Cereal If you are looking at ways to start the new year with better eating habits, consider starting your days with hot cereal. Besides being warm on a cold winter day, it is filling and packed with fiber, as well as protein, vitamins and minerals. It is also the perfect place to add some fresh sliced fruit and get a start on your one and a half to two cups of fruit, the amount needed daily. Starting your day with hot cereal is also a great way to be sure to include whole grains. Most, but not all, hot cereals are whole grains. From steelcut to instant, all oatmeal products are whole grain.
SANTA COMMITTEE: Nylene Johnson Loretta and Billy Woodworth Ruth VanHorn Royce Tucker Carrie Baeza
Hands-only CPR makes it easier than ever to save a life. If an adult suddenly collapses, call 9-1-1 and begin pushing hard and fast in the middle of the victim’s chest until help arrives. Story submitted by the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association.
“Notes From Nancy”
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ages before going outdoors or when outside. Alcohol gives an initial feeling of warmth, because blood vessels in the skin expand. Heat is then drawn away from the body’s vital organs. • Learn CPR. Effective bystander CPR, provided immediately after sudden cardiac arrest, can double or triple a victim’s chance of survival.
The typesetting and process was as follows: each letter — caps and lower case — as well as every punctuation mark, number and spacing had a separate key on the keyboard and thus a separate brass mat or die. There were approximately 900 mats stored in the magazine. The operator would touch a key and an individual mat would fall into the assembler. The line of mats would be transferred to a position where the hot metal would be extruded into the line of mats. The wheel would spin — about five seconds — and a hot but solid slug would be expelled into the tray. The mats would be taken by the arm to the distributor and transferred across the railing by means of a wormgear. Each mat had an individual combination which corresponded to the same combination on the railing and the mat would drop into the appropriate channel, ready to be used again.
This Meihle newspaper printing press was one of the better presses for weekly newspapers. The press was purchased in 1956 by Wendell Hubbard. It was a “2-cycle” or “revolution” press and could print up to about 1,500 sheets an hour. If all went well, the typical press run for The Hermes in the early 1960s was about an hour. Each run could hold up to four forms or pages. A 12-page edition would require three press runs. Folding of each sheet was done on another machine not on display. Today, the paper is fed from a continuous roll flowing through a series of offset plates on rollers and coming out folded and ready for distribution.
added salt, and they often have added sugars. By measuring and mixing it yourself you can add your own sweetener when needed, or skip it. This is a great time to add your own nuts, dried, fresh or canned fruits, or spices, such as cinnamon and nutmeg. Other addins could include a tablespoon of almond or peanut butter, or two teaspoons of unsweetened cocoa powder. You can boost the nutrition of hot cereal by preparing it with low-fat or fatfree milk instead of water. Some pre-packaged hot cereals have as much sugar as found in a small candy bar. If you do purchase the pre-packaged kind that includes dried fruits, be sure to study the label to see exactly what you are getting. Some brands use flavored and/or colored substitute fruit pieces for the advertised fruit. It is best to cook hot cereals in a heavy pan for even heat distribution. Cooked grains will keep up to four days in the refrigerator, or up to four months in the freezer. Reheat in the microwave with a tablespoon or two of water. One of your best bets for nutrition and fiber is to make steel-cut oatmeal porridge. You can make it fresh in the morning, or use the overnight soak method to speed up prep time. This recipe yields six two thirds cup servings. Steel-Cut Oatmeal Porridge
2 cups water 1½ cups additional liquid such as low-fat 1% milk, soymilk, almond milk, orange or apple juice, or water 1/8 tsp salt, or to taste 1 cup steel-cut oats 2/3 cup dried fruit 1 tsp vanilla (optional) cinnamon/ brown sugar to taste Basic stovetop method: Bring two cups water, one and a half cups additional liquid and salt, to a boil in a large heavy saucepan. Sprinkle in oats, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, stirring often, until porridge has thickened and oats have a tender but chewy texture, 10-15 minutes longer. Overnight soak method: Soaking the oats overnight reduces the morning cooking time. The night before, place two cups water, salt and oats in large bowl. Cover and let stand overnight. In the morning, bring one and a half cups additional liquid of your choice to a boil in a large heavy saucepan. Add soaked oats, dried fruit and return to simmer. Reduce heat to low; simmer, uncovered stirring often, until porridge has thickened and oats have a tender but chewy texture, 10-15 minutes longer. When porridge is ready, stir in vanilla. To serve, top with a sprinkle of cinnamon and brown sugar, if desired.
MUSEUM UPDATE from The Stevens County Gas & Historical Museum Gladys Renfro, Beulah Carter and Linda McCrary REMEMBER TO MIND YOUR “P’s” and “Q’s” Have you ever heard the idiom “Mind your ‘PS’ and ‘Qs’”? Today we hear this as an expression reminding us to be polite and to remember our manners. However, it has not always had that meaning. There are many ideas of its origin, with one that stood out to me when I worked in a print shop. Prior to the 15th century, a soft wood was hand carved to create a type of stamp that was inked and then placed on paper to create numerous copies of the same image. But can you imagine hand carving wood for a book? During that time, it was extremely expensive to have something put into print, so a more economically efficient way of creating type was needed. It was in 1448 that the German printer, Johann Gutenberg, first debuted his invention called “Hot Metal
Composition”. In order to set the type, tiny pieces of metal with a single raised letter were placed next to each other to form the words and sentences. Each line of type was placed by hand exactly how they wanted the page to look, only in mirror image. This was very tedious work that took a detailed mind, good eye sight, and a quick, steady hand. Because each letter was reversed it was easy to get the lower case ps and the qs mixed up. Thus, the phrase “Mind your Ps and Qs” was born. At the Stevens County Gas and Historical Museum you can actually see Gutenberg’s invention as well as a number of entire Hugoton Hermes newspaper pages set with his Hot Metal Composition type. Come see this display and others equally fascinating at 905 S. Adams from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 1:00 to 4:00 p.m on Saturdays.