The
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Thursday, January 14, 2016 Volume 129, Number 2 14 Pages, 69 Cents Plus Tax Per Copy
City Council discusses UTVs The Hugoton City Council met January 11, 2016 at the council meeting room. Attending the meeting were Mayor Jack E. Rowden, City Inspector Joshua Grubbs, City Clerk Thomas G. Hicks, Outside Utilities Supervisor Paul Nordyke, Electric System Supervisor Gary Rowden and councilmen Dean Banker, Shannon Crawford, Frankie Thomas, Jason Teeter and Dan Corpening. Also present were Chief of Police Courtney Leslie and Hugoton Hermes reporter Ruthie Winget. City Attorney Wayne R. Tate was absent. The council approved the minutes of the December 7, December 15 and December 28, 2015 meetings. They also approved the December municipal judge’s report. City Inspector Joshua Grubbs reported to the council that he had been busy with license renewals. Richard Rome’s project at 900 S. Washington has one unit complete. Richard is still working on the other two units. The Best Western is complete and ready to open. St. Helen Catholic Church is doing framing and has the windows installed in their project. Grubbs reported that in
the year 2015, 56 building permits, 23 electrical permits, 53 plumbing permits and 35 mechanical permits were issued. Councilman Dan Corpening brought up the subject of allowing UTV vehicles be driven on city streets. At this time, they are not allowed. Some towns allow them if they have a sticker on the vehicle. The vehicle would be required to have a licensed driver, turn signals, lights, insurance, windshield wipers and seat belts. The council decided to check on regulations and tabled the subject until the next meeting. Paul Nordyke reported they are ready to set the pump on the new water well. The piping is in up to within 30’ of the well. Gary Rowden suggested an alternate route for highline wires to go to the new feeder which would utilize existing lines. He has received a bid from MidStates to install the new feeder and switch gears for $80,500.00. The council approved the motion to accept the bid. After going into executive session, the council adjourned the meeting. The next meeting will be February 8, 2015 at 5:15 p.m.
Beesleys will compete in Pancake Day talent show Twenty acts have been selected from video auditions as finalists and will now compete in the Pancake Day Talent Show, set for Saturday February 6 in Liberal. Contestants will vie for cash prizes and trophies in four age divisions and will also have a chance to win the People’s Choice Montana Beesley Award. Finalists are as follows: Tiny Tot Division Sayler Stapleton - Dance "Firecracker" Jaydelyn Ryan – Vocal Solo - "Smile" Dance Images Tiny Troupe - Dance - "She’s In Love" Bentley Fitzgerald – Piano / Vocal - "The Baseball Game" Junior Division Grace Crossman - Vocal Solo - "Dear Future Husband" Abbie Dowell - Dance - "A Thousand Years" Dance Images Mini Troupe - Dance - "Get on the Floor" Cate Alling - Dance - “I’m the Greatest Star” Jensen Mettlen - Dance "Mama Makes Three" Ashlynn Brady - Ventriloquism - "We Go Together" Senior Division Jordan Urban - Vocal Solo - "No Place That Far" Dance Images Dance Troupe Dance -
"Emergency" McKenzi Crossman Dance - "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" Britta Beesley - Piano “Phantom of the Opera Medley” Sydney Beesley - Vocal Solo - “Let It Go” Adult Division Isabelle Williams - Vocal Solo - "Think of Me" Tressa Studt - Vocal Solo "I'm Not That Girl" J. J. Widener - Vocal Solo - “Thinking Out Loud” Patrick Blanc - Guitar / Vocal “Draw Me Close” Tabitha Barnett - Vocal Solo - “Without Love” The Pancake Day Talent Show is slated for 7:30 p.m., Saturday, February 6 in the James Maskus Auditorium at Liberal High School and will spotlight these acts as they compete for trophies and prize money in four divisions. Tickets are available in advance or at the door. Advance tickets may be purchased online now at www.pancakeday.net and will be available soon at the Tourist Information Center, One Yellow Brick Road; the Pancake Day Hall of Fame; or First National Bank in Liberal. For more information, call 620-624-6423.
The snow looks like powdered sugar as Hugoton receives a dusting last Friday. Any moisture received - frozen or not - is
much appreciated! Parsons Park is beautiful whether in winter or summer.
Observe safety tips when using heaters, stoves and fireplaces With the winter months upon us, the National Fire Association Protection (NFPA) is reminding homeowners about the fire dangers associated with heating equipment. Improper use of such equipment like portable or stationary space heaters, wood burning stoves and fireplaces can be incredibly dangerous, and their misuse is a leading cause of U.S. home fire deaths. According to NFPA, half of home heating equipment fires are reported during the months of December, January and February. More than half of the home heating fire deaths resulted from fires that started when something that could burn like upholstered furniture, clothing, blankets and bedding - was too close to heating equipment. During the colder months, there is also an increased risk of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. Fuel-burning equipment, including vehicles and generators running in an attached garage, can pro-
duce dangerous levels of CO and should be vented to the outside to avoid it from building up in your home. In a 2012 NFPA report, U.S. fire departments responded to an estimated 80,100 non-fire CO incidents in which carbon monoxide was found, or an average of nine such calls per hour in 2010. The number of incidents jumped 96 percent from 40,900 incidents reported in 2003. This surge, according to NFPA, is most likely due to the increased use of CO detectors, which alert people to the presence of CO. Some heating equipment requires proper installation to reduce the risk of fire injuries. When installing wood burning stoves or gas heaters, NFPA recommends following the manufacturer’s instructions or having a professional perform the installation. Installing and maintaining CO alarms can also help reduce the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. If you smell gas in
your gas heater or other appliance, do not light it. Leave the home immediately and call your local fire department or gas company. To ensure a safe and cozy winter this year, NFPA offers some easy tips to follow: • Use your oven to cook food only. Never use it to heat your home. • Hire a qualified professional to clean and inspect heating equipment and chimneys every year. • Turn portable heaters off when leaving the room or going to bed.
• Place a sturdy screen in front of your fireplace to prevent sparks from flying into the room, and burn only dry, seasoned wood. Allow ashes to cool before disposing them in a metal container, and ensure they are kept a safe distance from the home. • If you need to warm a vehicle, remove it from the garage immediately after starting it. Do not run a vehicle or other fueled engine or motor indoors, even if garage doors are open. Make sure the exhaust pipe of a running Continued to page 3
Gerald Cowser smiles after donating blood at St. Helen Catholic Church for the forty-ninth time Tuesday afternoon. How many gallons does that make? Good for you, Gerald!
HHS’s Tino Degollado rakes in football awards after season ends Used with permission by The Garden City Telegram
HHS Quarterback Valentino Degollado prepares to pass the football during an October game against Pratt.
HHS’s Valentino Degolla do was recently honored with a mention in the Garden City Telegram’s All - Area Football Top 11 List. Valentino is the son of Miguel and Rebecca Degollado. Valentino Degollado, Junior Hugoton High School Most memorable moment of 2015 season: Game-winning drive against Colby in my first playoff game. Favorite Food: Steak Favorite Athlete: Cam Newton Favorite Class in School: Math Person I Most Admire: My mom
If I Could Meet One and 19 touchdowns. Person, It Would Be: On the ground, DegolJesus lado rushed for 791 Favorite Pastime: yards and ten touchPlaying video games, downs on 229 carries. going on runs Honors: Honorable Mention All League Quarterback, HHS Team MVP, Team Offensive MVP, Sports in Kansas Top 100 Non-Seniors Honorable Mention, Wichita Eagle 4A Division II honoroable mention and Topeka Capital Journal 4A Division II First Team. Through the air, Degollado finished the season with 159 com- A touchdown run for pletions on 281 at- Valentino Degollado puts antempts, 1,963 yards, other six Eagle points on the scoreboard during the season.
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Obituaries
Consumer Alert From the
Kansas Insurance Department & Kansas Insurance Commissioner Ken Selzer A drone gift means considering insurance If you or a family member received a recreational drone - a small unmanned aircraft - as a holiday present, Ken Selzer, CPA, Kansas Commissioner of Insurance, has words of caution for you: Check your insurance policy and register the drone with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). “Estimates show that between 700,000 and 1.6 million drones were purchased during 2015,” Commissioner Selzer said, “meaning that the possibility of insurance claims concerning them is likely to increase. I urge Kansans who have them to check with your insurance agents or companies. See whether your homeowners or renters policies will cover losses or damages done by the drones to buildings and vehicles, as well as bodily injuries to people.” The FAA also began requiring registration of new drones before their initial flight use as of December 21, 2015. The registration is free until February 19, 2016, after which a $5 fee will be charged. Only the smallest toy drones - weighing 250 grams or less (a little more than half a pound) - are exempted from the registry. Visit https://www. faa.gov/uas/ for registration information. “Using a private drone as a hobby is generally covered under a homeowners insurance policy, which usually covers radio-controlled model aircraft,” Commissioner Selzer said. “Look at your
Because he hath set his love upon Me, therefore will I deliver him: I will set him on high, because he hath known My name. Psalm 91:14
Beverly Dobie
policy, or talk to your agent to see if your drone will be covered if it is lost, stolen or damaged. The policy will also typically be subject to a deductible.” The FAA urges all drone users to follow these guidelines: • Fly below an altitude of 400 feet (that is one and onethird times the length of a football field). • Always keep your unmanned aircraft in sight. • Never fly near manned aircraft, especially near airports. • Never fly over groups of people, stadiums or sporting events. • Never fly near emergency response efforts. The Kansas Insurance Department, established in 1871, assists and educates consumers, regulates and reviews companies, and licenses agents selling insurance products in the state. More about the department is online at www.ksinsurance.org or at www.facebook.com/ kansasinsurancedepart ment.
The death of Beverly A. Dobie is being mourned. Mrs. Dobie, age 78, formerly of Winnebago, Mn. and Moscow, passed away after a long illness Tuesday, December 23, 2015 at the Stewartville Care Center in Stewartville, Mn.
Bev was born December 8, 1937 in Winnebago, the daughter of Rudy and Beryl Frank. Beverly grew up in Winnebago and was married there to William L. Dobie December 17, 1955. They just recently celebrated 60 years of marriage. Mrs. Dobie was full of song, laughter, and joy that she spread freely to others.
Barbara Dordahl Word has been received of the death of Barbara Ann Dordahl. Mrs. Dordahl, age 61 of Elkhart, passed from this life Sunday, January 10, 2016 at Morton County Hospital in Elkhart. She was born October 3, 1954 in Glasgow, Mt., the daughter of Fred La Fond and the former Myrtle G. Andersen. Barbara had lived in Elkhart since 1989. She was a cheerleader and graduated from Grenora High School in Grenora, N.D. She taught catechism in Grenora. While living in Zahl, N. D. she was a farmwife raising chickens and cattle. She was also a beautician, a CNA and housekeeper at Morton County Hospital. Barbara had done in-home health care for James and Billy Tidwell. July 19, 1975, Barbara married Duane E. Dordahl in
Elkhart at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church. Barbara raised four kids, was an avid bowler, and enjoyed painting, knitting, and crafting. Survivors include her son Michael Duane Dordahl of Garden City; daughters, Sharla Ann Davis of Hugoton, Charlene Marie Rollins of St. Louis Park, Mn. and Sandra Renae Britt of Elkhart; mother Myrtle La Fond of Elkhart; brothers, John La Fond of Cheyenne,
HUGOTON MUNICIPAL COURT MUNICIPAL COURT REPORT DECEMBER 2015 Shank, Kenneth; Domestic Battery $260.00; 10 Days in Jail, Suspended; One Year Probation Heger, Wade; Speeding 30/20 $105.00 Gonzalez, Candelaria; Fail to Stop $135.00 Gonzalez, Candelaria; No Driver’s License $100.00; 2 Days in Jail, Suspended Garcia, Carlos; No Driver’s License Third Offense $510.00; Serve Five Days in Jail Swinney, Scott Robert; Speeding 34/20 $129.00 Ramirez, Maria; Dog at Large $110.00 Shank, Julie; Dog at Large $110.00 Tapia, David; Dog at Large $110.00 Tamayo, Luis F.; Speeding 43/20 $192.00
She loved spending time with her family and socializing with friends. She and her husband enjoyed many years at their cabin in Orr, Mn. on beautiful Elephant Lake. She is survived by her husband William L. Dobie of Stewartville, Mn. (formerly of Winnebago and Amboy Minnesota); sons, Mark Dobie and wife Linda of Spring Valley, Mn. and Paul Dobie and wife Anna of Moscow; grandchildren, Karla (Dobie) Irish, Seth Dobie, Allison Dobie, Luke Dobie, Natalie Dobie, Mackenzie Dobie and Kaitlyn Dobie; step grandchildren, Nicholas Krahn and Dylan Krahn; and siblings, Robert Frank, Delores Sprenger, Joyce Bosshart and Audrey Slama. Beverly was preceded in death by her parents; daughter Diane Dobie; and siblings, Ronald Frank and Gordon Frank. Funeral services were attended Monday, December 28 at the Lutheran Church of Our Savior in Winnebago. Burial followed in Sterling cemetery near Mapleton, Mn.
Hart, Tyrell; Exhibition of Speed $160.00 Romaker, Heather; Criminal Trespass
$160.00; Two Days in Jail, Suspended
Wy., Ron La Fond of Elkhart, James La Fond of Lyman, Wy. and Paul La Fond of Omaha, Ne.; sister Wanda Khemraj of Elkhart; and her 11 grandchildren. Barbara is preceded in death by her father; and her husband Duane. Vigil and Rosary service will be Friday, January 15 at 7:00 p.m. at Garnand Funeral Home. Funeral Mass is planned for Saturday, January 16 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church in Elkhart with Reverend James E. Baker officiating. Burial will follow at Elkhart Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday, January 15, 2016 from 1:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Garnand Funeral Home in Elkhart. Memorial contributions may be given to Morton County Food Bank in care of Garnand Funeral Home, PO Box 854, Elkhart, Ks 67950.
Douglas Colson Former Moscow resident Douglas Charles Colson departed this life Monday, December 21, 2015 at his home in Louisburg, Mo. At the time of his passing Doug was 57 years, 11 months, and 28 days of age.
The son of the late John W. Colson and the former Bessie Helmley, he was born December 23, 1957 in Kiowa. Doug was reared and attended school in the Moscow area. After graduation, he attended Fort Hays State University. He was united in marriage to Michaela Elliott in Kansas, and to this union three daughters were born, all of whom survive him. Doug worked in the oil fields in Oklahoma, buried cable for the phone company, worked on heavy farm machinery and enjoyed tinkering with anything he could get his hands on. He moved his fam-
Irene Ortega Death has claimed the life of Irene Esparza Ortega, 62, of Liberal. Mrs. Ortega passed from this life Tuesday, January 5, 2016 at her home in Liberal. She was born at Durango, Mexico November 27, 1953 the daughter of Marcelino Esparza and Maria Melero. August 15, 1970, she married Gerardo Ortega at Col Independencia Namiquipa Chihuahua Mexico. He survives. Other survivors include her sons, Luis Gerardo Ortega Esparza of Liberal, Otoniel “Tony” Ortega Esparza and wife Victoria of New Castle, Co., Uriel Ortega
Stevens County Fire Department and Ambulance Report Stevens County Emergency Services run activity January 4 through January 10. Fire Department No activity this period. Ambulance Activity Four medical runs and four transfers.
HUGOTON POLICE REPORT Business Hours, Call 544-4959 After Hours, Call 544-2020 Monday, January 4, 2016 • Vehicle Unlock, 900 Block East Eleventh, Citizen Assist, Officer Lamatsch Tuesday, January 5, 2016 • NO NEWS Wednesday, January 6, 2016 • House Unlock, 900 Block South Monroe, Citizen Assist, Officer Hagman • Vehicle Unlock, 1700 Block South Main, Citizen Assist, Officer Hagman • Missing Person, Subject Located, Sergeant Johnson • Anadarko Pressure Relief Going Off, Employee On Scene, Sergeant Johnson Thursday, January 7, 2016
• Vehicle Unlock, 1000 South Adams, Citizen Assist, Sergeant Johnson • Vehicle Unlock, 1400 Block South Monroe, Citizen Assist, Sergeant Johnson Friday, January 8, 2016 • Theft, Took Report, Officer Lamatsch Saturday, January 9, 2016 * Dog at Large, 400 Block Jefferson, Returned to Owner, Officer Lamatsch Sunday, January 10, 2016 • Criminal Damage to Property, 800 South Washington, Took Report, Officer Lamatsch • Vehicle Unlock, 600 Block East Eleventh, Citizen Assist, Officer Lamatsch
Esparza and wife Vicky of Liberal and Sergio Ortega Esparza of Liberal; her four brothers; four sisters; and six grandchildren. Funeral Mass was attended Saturday morning, January 9 at the St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church with Fr. Jim Dieker presiding. Burial followed in Liberal Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in care of Brenneman Funeral, 1212 West Second, Liberal Ks. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.brennemanfuneralhome.com.
Richard Larsen Word has been received of the death of Richard K. Larsen. Mr. Larsen, 88, passed away Friday, January 8, 2016 at the Clermont Park Retirement Home in Denver, Co.
He was born April 13, 1927 in Des Moines, Ia., the son of Frederick Cristian Larsen and the former Ruth Everhart. Richard graduated from Central High School in Kansas City, Mo. in 1945.
Beverly Lozar Friends and family will gather Thursday morning to pay their respects to Beverly A. Lozar, 80, who passed from this life Saturday morning, January 9, 2016 at Satanta District Hospital. The daughter of Worley William Wetz and the former Emily Amanda McKee, she was born December 9, 1935 at Kiowa. She and William Harold Lozar Sr. were married October 4, 1954 in Ulysses. He preceded her in death. Mrs. Lozar was a member
ily to Missouri in 1982. They purchased the Conoco station in Louisburg and renamed it the Colson Convenience Center, and he ran it for several years. Doug enjoyed working with his hands, and was known as a Jack of all trades. Those preceding Doug in death were his father John W. Colson and one brother, Richard Colson. He is survived by his three children, Kylee and husband Shane Buzzell of Oakley, Hanna and husband Tyler Sharp of Healy and Megan Colson of Hays; his mother Bessie Colson of Louisburg; brother Willis and wife Peggy Colson of Burlington, Ok.; four sisters, Marilyn and husband Gale Zimmerman of Tunas, Mo., Shirley and husband Ernie Germann of Kansas, Erma Lee Templeton of Oklahoma and Verna Lee George of Oklahoma; and his two grandchildren, Isabella and Harper. He also leaves other family members and many friends who will all truly miss him. Services will be announced at a later date. Cremation rites were accorded under the direction of the Cantlon Otterness Funeral Home of Buffalo. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to go to the Doug Colson Memorial Fund. Condolences and online register book entries may be left at www.cantlonot terness.com.
of the First Baptist Church of Satanta. Survivors include three sons, Bill Lozar Jr. and Jennifer Whitmer of Riverton, Wy., Jim Lozar and Jana Benton of Sublette and Chuck Lozar and wife Cindy of Satanta; eight grand children; 24 great grand children; and many other relatives and friends. Beverly was proceeded in death by her parents; husband; sister Barbara Hurst; and grandson Reese Vechnak. A memorial has been established for First Baptist Church of Satanta. Memorials may be mailed to Paul’sRobson Funeral Home, PO Box 747, Satanta, Ks 67870. Funeral services will be Thursday, January 14 at 10:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church in Satanta with Pastor Rod Klingsick officiating. Burial will follow at Dudley Township Cemetery of Satanta. Paul’s-Robson Funeral Home of Satanta is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Larsen served with the United States Army from September 1945 to January 1947. He was stationed in Japan after World War II and was in charge of supply procurement. For 28 years Dick was employed with John Deere and retired in 1982 as a Territory Manager, most of those years living in Liberal. He then worked for his twin sister Patricia at her company, Smith Systems. He lived in Las Cruces N.M. until 2013 when he moved to Denver, Co. Mr. Larsen was very active in the Mission Lutheran Missouri Synod Church in Las Cruces. May 7, 1949 Dick married Alvirda Finke, they were
together until her death July 20, 1984. October 12, 1985 he married Jacqueline Anderson Earl in Denver at St. John’s She Church. Lutheran survives. Other survivors include two sons, David Larsen and Michael Larsen and wife Pheap all of Des Moines; his daughter Elizabeth Larsen of Virginia; four step daughters, Kathleen Earl, Maryellen Green, Nancy Myers and Barbara Earl; his twin sister Patricia Smith of Texas; eight grandchildren, Lea Larsen, Adam Larsen, Alamea Lee, Malia Green, Lehua Knight, Alex Larsen, Christopher Larsen and Molly Larsen; and seven great grand children. A memorial service was attended Monday afternoon, January, 11 at Clermont Park Retirement Home in Denver. Graveside service followed Wednesday afternoon, January 13 at Liberal Cemetery with Pastor Andrew Wehling presiding. Military Honors were presented by the American Legion Post 80. Memorial contributions the to sent be may Alzheimer’s Association in care of Brenneman Funeral Home, 1212 West Second, Liberal, Ks 67901. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.brennemanfuneralhome.com
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MUSEUM UPDATE from The Stevens County Gas & Historical Museum Beulah Carter, Curator Heather McCrary and Billy Woodworth Remember when the first televisions came to Hugoton in the mid-fifties? Every household in Hugoton with a television set in their home had a big antennae on top of their house or on a television tower.
The Stevens County Gas and Historical Museum has various vintage televisions and radios displayed for visitors to view. One of them is a 1948 Coronado Television console, loaned to the Museum by Joe Holcomb.
The Stevens County Gas and Historical Museum is located at 905 S. Adams. You are invited to visit Monday through Friday from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. The Museum is open Saturdays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
AL-ANON Family Group meets at 1405 Cemetery Road Mondays and Thursdays at 8:00 p.m. Call 620-544-2610 or 620-5442854 for more information. 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.
Safety tips Continued from page 1
The television set shown above is a 1948 Coronado television console which was loaned
to the museum by Joe Holcomb many years ago.
vehicle is not covered with snow. • During and after a snowstorm make sure vents for the dryer, furnace, stove and fireplace are clear of snow build-up. • Test smoke alarms and CO alarms monthly. Properly maintained alarms can save lives in the event of a fire. Find additional resources including tips sheets, videos, reports and more about heating safety and carbon monoxide by visiting NFPA’s Web site at www.nfpa.org. Submitted by NFPA News.
***Change in Location*** MY HOPE Support Group for any adult grieving the death of a loved one meets the second Tuesday of each month from noon to 1:00 p.m. at High Plains Public Radio, 210 N. Seventh in Garden. Call 620272-2519 for more information. BREAST FRIENDS CANCER SUPPORT GROUP for breast cancer patients meets the second Wednesday of each month from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Legacy House, at 309 E. Walnut in Garden City. For more information call 620272-2360. Every fourth Tuesday - Stevens County Health Department is at the Senior Center every fourth Tuesday of the month from 11:00 a.m. to Noon to do free blood pressure checks. 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 620-428-1487 before 5:30 p.m. Wednesday evenings. Until January 15, 2016
- Heritage Christian Academy’s annual Matching Funds Grant. Funds donated will be matched 100% up to $30,000. Contributions can be sent to HCA, PO Box 744, Hugoton, Ks. 67951 or visit the school at 505 E. First in Hugoton. January 14 - Hugoton Scholars’ Bowl will host their invitational beginning at 4:00 p.m. - Hugoton Aglow will meet at the Stevens County Activity Center, Seventh and Main in Hugoton. Enjoy coffee and fellowship at 7:00 p.m., then listen to speaker Peggy Brecheisen at 7:30 p.m. The community is encouraged to attend. January 15 - Hugoton will host Colby for basketball, beginning at 4:45 p.m. January 18 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - No school for USD 210 students January 19 ***Change*** USD 210 Board of Education will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the HMS Library. - ***Change*** Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Courthouse.
January is National Radon Action Month January is National Radon Action Month. This Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) initiative brings the dangers of radon to the forefront of news and media nationwide. Radon is a naturally occurring carcinogen with many case studies showing a direct correlation to lung cancer and other possible diseases. Radon is a radioactive gas produced by the breakdown of uranium, thorium, and radium in rock and soil. With no scent or taste and being invisible, radon is a silent killer that seeps into building structures and does not discriminate against its victims. The EPA has set an action level against radon of 4.0 pCi/L (picocuries per liter of air.) However, regular exposure to this level of radon is equivalent to smoking 8 cigarettes a day, likewise, the radiation level is like having 200 chest x-rays per year. The World Health Organization (WHO) states to take action at 2.7 pCi/L, however, both the EPA and WHO state that there is no safe level of radon exposure.
Studies among miners, laboratory animals, and cancer victims have proven the radon exposure is a cause of lung cancer. Radon is the number one cause of lung cancer in nonsmokers. Cancer from exposure to radon could take five to 30 years to develop; However, there are other ailments that have been linked to radon. A factor in understanding the full body effect of radon is that one-third of inhaled radon enters the blood stream through the lungs. Radiation has been found in the brains of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's patients. There have also been studies showing the link between children with leukemia and radon, however, the evidence has not been as strong as it being a main cause of lung cancer, second only to smoking and causing 21,000 deaths a year. Safety from high levels of radon is possible, but action must be taken. First, knowing the radon gas level in homes, workplaces, and schools is key. Second, sealing cracks and
crevices to help minimize the entry of gas into the structure. Lastly, installing a radon mitigation system in necessary for removing the radon from under the buildings foundation, before it can enter in and affect those within the walls. Radon is naturally occurring and outdoor levels can be as high as 0.75 pCi/L, therefore, taking action means to reduce indoor levels as much as possible. There are several ways to test levels of radon. Radon testing professionals that have been trained and certified can set up testing devices and results can be obtained in 24-72 hours. Do it yourself test kits can be obtained by going to 911Radon.com and purchased for a small fee with promo code TSTNOW, available until the end of January. These test kits are simply set up for three days, mailed to a laboratory, and results are available within 72 hours. Long-term test kits are another way of "do-it-yourself" testing. This can take nine months to a year. These tests will
give you the average over time and can be purchased through various outlets. The key to all forms of testing is understanding that radon levels can fluctuate based on the time of year, weather, wind, how well the home is insulated, and ventilation systems in the home. Radon levels can be elevated in new homes due to the insulation and sealing. As the heat and air conditioning is kept in the home, so is the radon gas. However, with older homes, radon gas levels can be elevated due to cracks in the foundation. Reducing levels of radon with a radon mitigation system is the best way to ventilate radon gas and move it from under the structure to the outside air where it is diluted. January is the one time of the year that EPA and health experts push testing for radon, however, keeping safe from high levels of radon and the effects of this deadly gas is a year-round process. Take the time to Test, Fix and Save a life from radon gas.
Press Association and AT&T Join for “It Can Wait” Editorial Contest The Kansas Press Association, local Kansas newspapers and AT&T are joining together to conduct an "It Can Wait" editorial contest to raise awareness about the dangers of smartphone-related driving distractions. The contest, which kicks off Wednesday, January 13 is open to middle school and high school students from across Kansas and provides students with the opportunity to win a $500 prize for a column or editorial that best answers the question: "Why is it important to take the It Can Wait pledge to keep your eyes on the road, not on your phone?" “We've decided to participate with AT&T in this program because we've unfortunately become far too accustomed to reading stories about how dangerous texting while driving and other smartphone activities can be," said Doug Anstaett, KPA executive director. “We want to do our part to help raise awareness and stop this dangerous behavior.” Anstaett said by hosting the It Can Wait editorial contest with AT&T and our local member papers, KPA hopes to provide students with a meaningful learning experience and "help make our Kansas roads safer by reinforcing the message ‘Keep your eyes on the road, not on your phone.’” Texting while driving is involved in more than 200,000 vehicle crashes each year, often involving injuries and death. New research shows 7 in 10 people engage in smartphone activities while driving. Texting and emailing are still the most prevalent. But other smartphone activ-
ity use behind the wheel is now common. Among social platforms, Facebook tops the list, with more than a quarter of those polled admitting they use the app while driving. About one in seven said they’re on Twitter behind the wheel. Despite knowing the risk, 43 percent of teens admit to texting while driving. However, there is an opportunity to change this behavior as 90 percent of teen drivers say they would stop if a friend in the car asked them and 78 percent say they are likely not to text and drive if friends tell them it is wrong. "I want to thank the Kansas Press Association and its members for their efforts to help raise awareness about the dangers of smartphone driving distractions,” said Molly Kocur Boyle, director of public affairs for AT&T Kansas . “Local newspapers play a powerful role in educating their communities about important public safety issues. By encouraging participation in the It Can Wait editorial contest, the KPA and local newspapers are providing a great public service and we are proud to have them help us spread the word that no text, photo, video or email is worth a life – it can wait." The It Can Wait editorial contest is open to students enrolled in any Kansas public or private middle school or high school. All entries will be submitted to It Can Wait Essay Contest, Kansas Press Association, 5423 S.W. 7th St., Topeka, KS 66606. The contest entry deadline is Feb. 25. Entries may also be sent by email to danstaett@kspress.com. KPA will announce the win-
ning statewide entries for the middle school and high school categories on February 29, 2016. As part of the contest, AT&T and KPA will award the winners of each category a $500 prize and host them and their parents at the annual KPA convention April 22 in Overland Park. AT&T launched the It Can Wait awareness campaign in 2010. To date, more than 2,500 organizations and tens of thousands of individuals have helped champion the It Can Wait cause. And the It Can Wait pledge campaign has inspired more than 7 million personal commitments to never text and drive – many among friends and family who pledged to keep each other accountable. To take the pledge and see a list of supporters, visit www.ItCanWait.com. For additional information and resources, visit www.att.com/itcanwait. About KPA The Kansas Press Association, founded in 1863 and headquartered in Topeka, represents more than 210 weekly and daily newspapers in the state. About Philanthropy and Social Innovation at AT&T AT&T Inc. is committed to advancing education, strengthening communities and improving lives. Through its community initiatives, AT&T has a long history of investing in projects that create learning opportunities; promote academic and economic achievement; or address community needs. In 2014, nearly $127 million was contributed or directed through corporate, employee, social investment and AT&T Foundationgiving programs. AT&T Aspire is AT&T’s signature education ini-
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Huelskamp Votes to Repeal Obamacare and Defund Planned Parenthood Relay For Life Spot Light 5 Things Everyone Should Know About Relay For Life 1. Relay For Life fights cancer on all fronts. The dollars raised help the American Cancer Society fight cancer by fueling groundbreaking cancer research and improving the quality of life for cancer patients and their families, along with much more. 2. Relay For Life is noncompetitive-anyone can participate. Team members take turns walking in honor of or in memory of someone who has battled cancer. Cancer never sleeps and neither do those who are at this event, everyone makes a difference! 3. Every dollar makes a difference. Every dollar you raise brings us one step closer to a cure for cancer. 4. Registration is easy. Visit relayforlife.org to start a team or join one in your area. 5. Relaying creates last memories. Nothing can describe the camaraderie and spirit created around the track at your Relay For Life event, walking alongside others who share your passion for defeating cancer. It is a unique opportunity to celebrate cancer survivors, remember those who have fought cancer, and fight back against the disease. This event creates lasting emotions and pride! Join us on January 19 at the EMT Training Center at 5:30 p.m. for our next meeting. We will be planning our Coaches VS Cancer which will be February 5 at the basketball games at the high school. We will also be planning our Bark for Life, an event for your dogs, we all love our pets and know that they play a big role in our comfort when we are sick! Hope to see you January 19. Relay For Life Committee 2016
Wednesday, January 6, Congressman Tim Huelskamp voted for H.R. 3762, Restoring American's Healthcare Freedom Reconciliation Act. The bill, which passed in the House 240 to 181, would repeal Obamacare funding, eliminate individual and employer mandates, and very importantly, stop taxpaying funding of mega abortion provider Planned Parenthood.
Huelskamp released the following statement on the legislation: "Putting this bill on Obama’s desk is five years overdue. It is time to hold this President responsible not only for his failed, unpopular D.C. takeover of Americans’ health care system, but also gruesome Planned Parenthood. An organization that is plagued with scandal and
profits from the barbaric harvesting and sale of baby body parts should not receive a dime in federal funding. “Americans have felt the wrath of Obamacare for far too long. It’s bad, broken policy that hurts families and small businesses. This is an important first step today; it’s my hope that this year we continue our progress in doing away with the failed
Obama initiative and work toward a patient-centered replacement.” Watch Congressman Huelskamp speak on the House floor about his vote for HR 3762 at https://www.you tube.com/watch?v=3SZz2l0c h90&feature=youtu.be. Submitted by the office of Congressman Tim Huelskamp.
Aglow meets Thursday Happy New Year! Hugoton Aglow will meet Thursday, January 14 at at the Stevens County Activity Center at Seventh and Main in Hugoton. Come at 7:00 p.m. for coffee and fellowship. The regular meeting will follow at 7:30 p.m. with speaker Peggy Brecheisen. You are asked to use the Main Street entrance. In keeping with Aglow’s past practice, January’s speaker Peggy Brecheisen and her talk - are highly anticipated! Peggy is “prayed up” and on target with her first question for all who will consider the question, which is directed to God’s people: “How are we starting this new
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year? Are we staying the same as we have been doing? Are we ready or not?” Peggy says, “I want to talk to God’s people. What will we do with this 2016 year? This may be the countdown. What will God’s people, who have been walking with Him, do in this year that we’re starting? If your plan is not God’s plan, it’s not going to work. If it is God’s plan - it can’t fail! I’m going to share some things that I know have worked, by way of God and his Son, Jesus Christ, and by the mighty power of the Holy Ghost.” How does one get in touch with God’s plan? Read His word, pray for the Holy Spirit to help you hear, and get going! Keep reading and listening to the Holy Spirit. Reading, praying, listening . . . reading, praying, listening, and so on. Act on what you hear from the Holy Spirit! Peggy also desires that, “. . .everyone in Hugoton will come and hear what God has laid on my heart. I have prayed much, listened much, and I can see Him working. Please, you come too!”
Kathryn has experienced 200 books in the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library. Way to go Kathryn!
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Pioneer Communications will provide over $14,000 in local scholarships to high school students in southwest Kansas communities. Six Earl B. Williams and Joseph B. Chilen Memorial Scholarships worth $1,500 each will be awarded to area seniors within Pioneer Communications’ service area. Pioneer Communications also provided 15 additional $250 scholarship opportunities to high school seniors at each of the following high schools: Deerfield, Holcomb, Hugoton, Johnson, Lakin, Leoti, Moscow, Rolla, Satanta, Scott City, Sharon
The Hugoton Hermes (USPS 253-820) 522 S. Main Hugoton, KS 67951 - 620-544-4321 Owner/Operator Faith Publishing LLC RoGlenda Coulter, Kay McDaniels and Ruthie Winget RoGlenda Coulter, Bookkeeper/ Classifieds/Obituaries Kay McDaniels, Advertising/ Circulation/Layout Ruthie Winget, Composition/Layout/Advertising
Rebecca Garza, Asst. Composition Marie Austin, Asst. Composition Gregg Tanner, Sports Toni Hamlin, Asst. Mailing Louressa Gill, Asst. Mailing Phoebe Brummett, Rolla Correspondent Judy Hickert, Moscow Correspondent Ads email: hermes10@pld.com Obituaries email: hermesro@pld.com Subscriptions $30.00 (including Kansas State Sales Tax) for Stevens and adjoining Kansas Counties, $35.00 elsewhere in state (including Kansas State Sales Tax), and for all out of state subscriptions. Online subscriptions are $25.00 a year. Online and printed subscriptions combined are $10.00 plus the cost of the subscription. Foreign Subscription Rate $40.00. School Subscriptions and Military Personnel $25.00 (including Kansas State Sales Tax) payable in advance. Advertising Rates Noncommissionable $5.00 per column inch, Commissionable Rates $6.25 per column inch, Classified $5.00 per column inch. Frequency is weekly every Thursday. Periodicals Postage paid at Hugoton, Ks. 67951. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Hugoton Hermes at 522 S. Main, Hugoton, Kansas 67951.
Opinion Page Our opinion page is open to the public. We encourage comments from readers in the form of letters to the editor or guest columns. All letters must be signed and must include the address and telephone number of the sender. (names will be published but not address & phone#) Letters should be no more than 300 words. No libelous or offensive letter will be published. The guest column or letter to the editor does not reflect the opinion of this newspaper or its representatives.
Springs, Sublette, Syracuse, Ulysses and Tribune. An additional $27,000 in scholarship opportunities are provided through Pioneer Communications’ participation in various organizations including; the National Telephone Cooperative Association Foundation for Rural Services scholarship program, the FRS Youth Tour, and the Public Relations Independent Marketing Organization scholarship program. For the second year, Pioneer Communications is offering an FRS youth tour scholarship. Pioneer Communications will provide one area youth the opportunity to travel to the nation’s capital and learn about rural telecommunications. The tour provides a forum for teens to meet and interact
with their peers from other rural communities, as well as with key legislative, regulatory and government figures. “Pioneer Communications recognizes the importance of education and we are proud to provide educational opportunities to our local students,” said Kasey Krueger, Director of Marketing at Pioneer Communications. “We want to thank the many exceptional applicants and wish them the best of luck in their future endeavors.” Scholarship deadlines are quickly approaching with the majority of applications due February 19. Visit www.pioncomm.net/ scholarships for more information on Pioneer Communications’ scholarship program. Submitted by Pioneer Communications. 500 Monroe Hugoton, Ks. 67951-2639 Phone: 620.544.2301 • Fax: 620.544.2322 Email: svcolib@pld.com
LIBRARY FEES Library fees have changed. Overdue books, audios and magazines are now ten cents per day per item. Overdue fees for videogames will decrease from $5.00 per day to $1.00 per day. All other overdue fees will remain the same. LIBRARY HOURS CHANGE Due to significant budget cuts, the Stevens County Library will change the hours the library is open. Beginning in February, the library will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday. We will remain open during the lunch hour for the convenience of our patrons. CRATE LABEL DISPLAY Robert Veatch is displaying his collection of fruit crate label art in the front meeting room during January. Fruit crate labels were a frequent means of marketing fruit packer brands at the turn of the century. Fruit crates with the labels attached would be
displayed at farmer markets across the United States. Come see this wonderfully unique collection now! KIDS’ WINTER READING PROGRAM FETCH A GOOD BOOK, the kids’ winter reading program and will run until January 30, 2016. Check out the progress in our front hallway! There is still time to participate find the instructions for the program in the front hallway, Facebook, or www.stevenscountylibrary.com! ADULT WINTER READING PROGRAM The adult winter reading program “Fire It Up” is now underway. Register today and begin reading. Turn in what you have read for prizes! Prizes will be awarded weekly. CIRCLE TIME Circle time will begin Wednesday, January 20. Miss Stacey is getting excited to see “her” kids again!
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KHP reconsiders employee tattoos
Lelani Gerber is Heritage Christian Academy's Student of the Month. Lelani is a third grader and is the daughter of Mariette and Henne Gerber. Photo courtesy of Misty Martin.
Students make Deans Honor Roll Local students are among the 1,239 named by Fort Hays State University to the Deans Honor Roll for the fall 2015 semester. The list includes undergraduate students only. To be eligible, students must have enrolled in 12 or more credit hours and have a minimum grade point average of 3.60 for the semester. Full-time on-campus and FHSU Virtual College students are eligible. Students are listed alphabetically by county and
The Kansas Highway Patrol is short in manpower statewide. In addressing this shortage, the agency is exploring ways of attracting more applicants for its trooper and other vacant positions. As an agency with a background of history and tradition, the agency has a tattoo policy, and as we move into 21st century policing, the Patrol is interested in what the public has to say or their thoughts on tattoos in law enforcement. Currently the Patrol’s tattoo policy automatically disqualifies law enforcement officer candidates from the application process for having: • Any offensive tattoo, scarification or brand, regardless of location on the body. • Any tattoo, scarification or brand that would be visible when wearing an agency provided uniform or required work attire. Any such marking(s) appearing on the head, face, neck, hands, or arms
(below the bottom of the bicep). (As a general rule, any marking(s) visible when wearing a short-sleeved vneck shirt.) There is a brief survey on Google Forms that the Patrol is asking community members and those in the public to fill out. The survey is short, but will provide the Patrol with valuable information. The survey will be open through Friday, January 29, 2016. The Kansas Highway Patrol values your input and looks forward to hearing the responses. The Patrol takes great pride in the quality of the candidates which they attract for the agency and their continued commitment is to providing SERVICE-COURTESY-PROTECTION to the citizens of the State of Kansas. PUBLIC SURVEY: http://goo.gl/forms/vyf3JAk wDL Submitted by the Kansas Highway Patrol.
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Matthew and Jordan, ages 15 and 12 like to become a firefighter when he is older. Matthew and Jordan would like to have a family that will love and accept them both. To learn more about adoption visit www.adoptkskids.org or call 877-457-5430. The boys’ case numbers are CH-6300 and CH-6301.
P lease Adopt Me! Angilica and Lilyana need a family that will provide them with lots of love and security! Angilica is a talkative young lady who enjoys playing soccer and singing. When she grows up she would like to be a professional soccer player. Lilyana is a sweet and polite young girl. She is a hard worker and likes helping around the house. Lilyana enjoys reading, playing with make-up and doing crafts. Lilyana states that she would like to be an athlete when she grows up and participate in the Olympics. Angilica and Lilyana would do great in a home that has time to spend with the both
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city with their classifications and, for those who have declared them, majors. Students without a classification are students seeking a second degree or are students who, though full time, are not seeking a degree. From Hugoton are, Chase W. Mills, a senior majoring in social work and Erica Paige Salazar majoring in early unified. Rolla childhood graduate Casey Jo Thomlinson is a senior majoring in agriculture.
P lease Adopt Me! Matthew and Jordan would like to live in a small town! They say they want a home that allows pets or maybe even has a horse or two. Matthew, the oldest brother, is a resourceful, friendly and loving teen. His hobbies include listening to music, reading and taking pictures. Matthew enjoys his English class the most at school because it gives him the opportunity to read more. Matthew would like to become an EMT when he is older. Younger brother, Jordan, enjoys playing sports and video games. Science and history are his favorite classes in school; he likes the experiments that they get to do and learning about what people did in the past. Jordan states that he would
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Angilica and Lilyana, ages 12 and 11 of them! To learn more about adoption visit www.adoptkskids.org or call 877-4575430. The girls’ case numbers are CH-6071 and CH-6072.
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Ellie has experienced 400 books in the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library! Great job Ellie!
SOCIAL SECURITY NEWS By Randy Ayers Social Security District Manager in Dodge City
MANY HAPPY RETURNS TO SOCIAL SECURITY By Randy Ayers Social Security District Manager in Dodge City Everyone enjoys presents, but loved ones don’t always know exactly what you want. That sweater that your relative gave you might be a little too festive for your taste. Or someone got you an appliance you already own. That’s when those happy returns begin. With gift receipt in hand, you go to the store or online to exchange that item for one you really want. Now that the holidays are winding down, you’re also probably happy to return to your calmer routine. And part of that routine is planning for retirement. That’s where Social Security comes in. Your secure my Social Security account allows you to do a number of important things throughout the year, at your convenience: • Keep track of your earnings and verify them every year; • Get an estimate of your future benefits if you are still working; • Get a letter with proof of your benefits if you currently receive them; and • Manage your benefits: Change your address; Start or change your
direct deposit; Get a replacement Medicare card; and Get a replacement SSA-1099 or SSA-1042S for tax season. Signing up for my Social Security at www.socialsecu rity.gov/myaccount is quick, easy, and secure. We also have another invaluable tool at www.socialsecurity.gov for you to use over and over. The Retirement Estimator allows you to calculate your potential future Social Security benefits by changing variables such as retirement dates and future earnings. You may discover that you’d rather wait another year or two before you retire to earn a higher benefit. Or, you might learn that you are ready to retire now - which you also can do online and often in less than 15 minutes. To get instant, personalized estimates of your future benefits, go to www.socialsecurity.gov/esti mator. It’s exciting to see the happy returns you’ll be getting when you retire, and returning to my Social Security on a regular basis will ensure you get the right amount at the right time. Give yourself the gift of a secure future at www.socialsecurity.gov/my account. No ugly sweaters here.
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Fast paced play was seen as the Lady Eagles opened up the schedule for the month of January. Hugoton scored early and often as they took on the Goodland Cowgirls. The defense for the Lady Eagles was ever present throughout the entire game Friday, January 8 in Hugoton. The Lady Eagles took little time to show why they are the defending State Champions as they took control of the game from the start. Hugoton had almost three times as many points as Goodland in the first quarter. The score at the end of one period of play was Hugoton with 21 points to Goodland with only eight points. The second quarter had Hugoton and Goodland trading baskets. The Lady Eagles scored one more point than the Cowgirls during this quarter. The teams went into the break at half and Hugoton led by the score of 3218. The Lady Eagles kept the nets busy as they scored 19 points in the third quarter. Goodland was able to score a
Dallie Hoskinson pours in two points January 8.
Katy Heger lays it up for two Lady Eagle points during the game against Goodland Friday. dozen points during this same period. The score going into the final quarter of play was the Hugoton Lady Eagles with 51 points compared to the Goodland Cowgirls who collected 30
points. The final quarter of play had the Eagles' offense working like clockwork as they ran through their offensive plays. Nineteen must be a lucky number be-
Friday’s game got off to a good start, with the defending State champs gaining control of the
cause Hugoton matched their third quarter point total with the same output of points in the fourth quarter. The Lady E a g l e s enjoyed the victory resting the starters during the final minutes of the game. The final score was Hugoton with 70 points and Goodland had 43 points. Coach Gillen said, "It's tough coming off a long break. From a conditioning stand point it's like starting over. We were happy with the girls effort. We need to be a little sharper on both offense and defense." Katy Heger led the Lady Eagles with 22 points. Amy Scott had 19 points and Laney Hoskinson had 10 points for Hugoton. JoHanna Rawlins had 6 points, while both Dallie Hoskinson and Brooklyn Harper had 5 points each. Rebecca Johnson had 3 points for the game. The next home game for Hugoton will be this Friday, January 15 at 6:30 p.m. against Colby.
contest early. The Lady Eagles won again dominating the Cowgirls 70-43.
Eagles defeat Goodland Cowboys Friday night
Parker Titus adds two with a successful layup against the Cowboys Friday night.
Sports Schedule Thursday, January 14 High School Boys/Girls C Basketball Tournament at Ulysses TBD Middle School Boys Basketball 7a/8a at Holcomb 4:00 p.m. Middle School Boys Basketball 7b/8b at Holcomb 5:00 p.m. Friday, January 15 High School Boys/Girls JV Basketball vs Colby 4:45 p.m. High School Boys C/Girls V Basketball vs Colby 6:30 p.m. High School Boys V/Girls C Basketball vs Colby 8:00 p.m. Saturday, January 16 High School Boys/Girls C Basketball Tournament at Ulysses TBD Middle School Boys Basketball 7a/7b/8a/8b at
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The Hugoton Eagles Varsity boys’ basketball team picked up right where they left off before the winter break and rolled to a victory over the Goodland Cowboys. The game started off slow for the Eagles, however as the contest progressed it had Hugoton getting back to their winning ways. A dozen points were scored by both the Eagles and the Cowboys in the opening quarter of play as they tried to thaw off their game from the long
Tyler Goode goes up with a jump shot Friday. layoff. Goodland was able to go toe to toe with Hugoton in the first period and kept the game in check. It looked as if the contest might be highly competitive throughout all four quarters. Quickly, the Eagles vaulted over the Cowboys with five points as the second quarter began on the Eagles' homecourt. Defensively, Hugoton held Goodland scoreless for the first few minutes as the Eagle lead increased to 25-12. The Cowboys only managed three points during this time leading up until half. Going into the break, the score was now 29 for the Eagles to only 15 for the Cowboys. Parker Titus drained a couple of three pointers after the half to help his team keep the lead over the visiting team from Goodland. The third quarter was very close as the
Eagles added 11 points to the Cowboys who added ten points. The fourth quarter of play began with a 15 point Hugoton lead. However, the Eagles did not rest on their laurels as they increased the point margin to secure the victory over the Cowboys. The final score for the game was Hugoton 57 to Goodland with 36 points. Zack Leininger led all Eagle scorers with 15 points. Chipping in 12 points a piece were Parker Titus and Colby Korf. A half dozen points were scored by both Wade Heger and Tyler Goode. And, adding two points each, were Mitchell Hamlin, Alex Gonzalez and Paden Cornelsen. The top rebounder for Hugoton was Leininger with eight. Coach Korf said, "Coming off a 3 week break is always difficult, it's almost like the first game of the season all over again. We got off to a slow start in the first quarter, but I felt like we really turned the intensity up in the second period, especially on the defensive end. I was pleased with our effort throughout the game, and it was great to have a game where we could get a lot of guys some playing time." Hugoton will have their next home game this Friday, January 15 at 8:00 p.m.
Zack Leininger takes it to the hoop against a tough Goodland defense Friday, January 8 at home.
Paden Cornelsen keeps his eye on the ball Friday night, while the Cowboys scramble to find an opening to the basket. Paden scored two points for the Eagles Friday.
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Caleb Gayer finds an opening on offense and waits for the pass from his teammate. The
Eagles won Friday’s game, outscoring their opponents by almost 20 points, 57-36.
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Seventh grade “A” team wins over Moscow 55-46 The seventh grade "A" team played Moscow at Hugoton Thursday, January 7. The Eagles jumped ahead of Moscow and were able to keep the lead throughout the game to claim the victory. The Eagles pushed to an early eight point lead over Moscow as the offense clicked and the defense put pressure on the Wildcats. Haden Daharsh put defensive pressure on the Moscow Wildcats as they attempted to throw the ball in from the sidelines. The Eagles kept pulling away from Moscow and led at the
half by the score of 29-19. After the break, Hugoton kept up their offensive and defensive presence to keep Moscow at a safe distance. Sawyer Harper used his athleticism to skillfully drive through the Wildcat defense and score two points on a layup. Later, Wyatt Angell and Jayce Korf each connected on a three-pointer. The score after three quarters was 46-33 with the Eagles in the lead. Moscow fought back during the final quarter of play to pull briefly within nine points
HMS guard Wyatt Angell directs the offense for the Eagles during seventh grade “A” team play Thursday.
of the Eagles. Quickly, Hugoton scored to push the lead back to ten points. At the end of the game, Hugoton prevailed and beat Moscow
by the score of 55-46. The seventh graders play next at Holcomb Thursday, January 14 at 4:00 p.m.
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Born in 1907, Hungarian physician Hans Selye is credited with coining the medical term “stress” in 1936. While studying medicine at the German Medical School in Prague, Selye, at the ripe old age of 17, observed that patients suffering from various diseases had a tendency to exhibit identical signs and symptoms. According to the American Institute of Stress, Selye tested animals with various physical and emotional stimuli, noting that, regardless of the stimuli, the animals all exhibited the same pathologic changes, namely enlargement of the adrenals, shrinkage of lymphoid tissue and ulcerations of the stomach. Selye would go on to discover General Adaptation
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Syndrome, which he described as the body’s response to the demands placed on it. That syndrome noted how stressful situations induced involuntary hormonal responses that contributed to a host of negative side effects, including high blood pressure and arteriosclerosis, that are still associated with stress today. Submitted by Metro Editorial Services.
Jayce Korf goes up for two against Moscow’s defense at the recent home game.
You are invited to participate in a…
HCA Matching Funds Grant
Contributions made to Heritage Christian Academy from now until January 15, 2016 will be matched 100% up to $30,000 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
Chay Burnett surveys the court looking for an open teammate during the game against the
Wildcats Thursday afternoon. The Eagles were successful, winning 55-46.
Haden Daharsh watches as his free throw attempt falls safely in the net, earning another Eagle point.
Eagles’ “B” team plays tough against Wildcats The seventh grade "B" team dominated the Moscow Wildcats Thursday, January 7 at Hugoton. The defense for the Eagles was key in their victory over Moscow. Moscow was only able to
scratch out one point during the first two quarters of play. Hugoton had a lead of 8-0 after the first period. Then, they advanced their lead to 14-1 going into the half. After the break, the Eagles
Seventh grade basketball player Rafael Guereque lays it up for two points against
kept up their defensive pressure and held the Wildcats to three points through the first three quarters. The score at the end of three periods of play was Hugoton with 20 points to Moscow with three
Moscow’s “B” team Thursday. The boys hustled up an impressive 24-6 win.
E.J. Delay weighs his options under the pressure of an enthusiastic Moscow defender.
points. Hugoton won over Moscow by the final score of 24-6. The Eagles played tough and kept the Wildcats from scoring many points throughout the game. Coach Reed said, "We have a lot to work on, but it was nice to get the first win under our belt. I am excited to see the boys’ progress this season." Hugoton will have their next game at Holcomb Thursday, January 14 at 5:00 p.m.
Erick Munoz takes the ball while on offense.
HMS Eagle Johnny Villa drives to the hoop, helping secure an 18 point victory for the seventh grade team.
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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Enter 2016 Kansas Birding Big Year now
The application period for those who want to hunt turkeys in Unit 4 - southwest Kansas opens January 12 until February 12. A limited
number of permits will be issued to residents through a lottery drawing.
Turkey hunting regulations are announced It may not be spring yet, but it’s time to prep like it is. The application period for those looking to hunt turkeys in Unit 4 this spring begins January 12. Spring turkey permits are sold over-the-counter or online for all but the southwest portion of Kansas, Unit 4. A limited number of permits are issued to residents only through a lottery drawing. Hunters can apply online only, or over the phone, from January 12 to February 12 by visiting ksoutdoors.com. Hunters may apply for a Unit 4 Spring Turkey Permit or a Unit 4 Spring Turkey Permit/Game Tag Combo; however the game tag will only be valid in Units 1, 2, 3, 5, and 6. Five hundred Unit 4 permits will be made available for the 2016 spring season, with half of those permits designated as landowner / tenant permits.
Kansas youth (15 and under) may purchase a spring turkey permit valid statewide over the counter or online and will not need to enter the Unit 4 draw. Unit 4 spring turkey permits are also valid in adjacent Units 1, 2, and 5. There is a $6.50 nonrefundable application fee. Unsuccessful applicants will receive a refund check and be issued a preference point. If you do not want to apply for a permit and want to purchase a preference point only, you may do so online by selecting Spring Turkey Preference Point Application. Only one point may be obtained per year. Any individual who has purchased a Spring Turkey Permit is eligible for one Second Turkey Game Tag. Game tags are valid in Units 1, 2, 3, 5 and 6 ONLY. The spring turkey season
will open April 1to12 for youth and hunters with disabilities, and April 4 to 12 for archery hunters. The regular spring season is April 13 to May 31. For more information, visit ksoutdoors.com, or call (620) 672-5911.
New Year’s resolutions often focus on inner change, but what about making a change this coming year that involves the outside? If resolving to learn something new, find a hobby, spend more time outdoors, or become more active is on your plate for 2016, consider entering in the 2016 Kansas Birding Big Year competition. You may not consider yourself a “birder,” but if you’ve ever watched a hummingbird sip at a feeder, took note of a flock of geese up high, or watched a robin build a nest in your front yard – you’re a birder. And if you can find a way to positively identify each species you spot this year, you just
might win the competition running January 1 through December 31. Hosted annually by the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT), the Big Year is an informal competition where birders compete to see who can observe the most bird species in Kansas in one calendar year. Participants can compete in one of three categories: novice, intermediate and advanced. Winners of each category will receive prizes to be awarded January 2017. Participants are encouraged to carry a pocket-sized notebook and pencil to record their findings. Jotting down information such as size, color, sounds, and
surrounding habitat, followed by a quick thumbnail sketch of the bird can prove to be very helpful for beginners. Participants are asked to log their findings into the online service, eBird, available through the Cornell University website, www.ebird.org. The data collected is used to aid researchers in the study of species abundance, species range and more. For more information of the 2016 Kansas Birding Big Year, or to register, visit ksoutdoors.com/birdingbig-year, or email Mike Rader at mike.rader@ksoutdoors.com.
Kansas issues revised fish consumption advisories for 2016 The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) are issuing revised fish consumption advisories for 2016. The advisories identify types of fish or other aquatic animals that should be eaten in limited quantities or, in some cases, avoided altogether because of contamination. General advice is also provided to aid the public in making informed decisions regarding the benefits as well as the risks associated with eating locally caught fish from Kansas waters. Statewide Advisories The following consumption restrictions are recommended because of mercury in fish: • Women who are pregnant, may become pregnant, or are nursing, and children age 17 or younger should restrict consumption of all types of locally caught fish, from waters or species of fish not specifically covered by an advisory, to one meal per week because of mercury. • Women who are pregnant, may become pregnant, or are nursing, and children age 17 or younger should restrict consumption of largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass (black basses) to one meal per month because of mercury. • The general public (men and women 18 or older) should restrict consumption
General advice is provided by the state of Kansas to aid the public in making informed decisions regarding the benefits as well as the of these species to one meal per week because of mercury. Recommendations include not eating specified fish or aquatic life from the following locations: 1. The Kansas River from Lawrence (below Bowersock Dam) downstream to Eudora at the confluence of the Wakarusa River (Douglas and Leavenworth counties); bottom-feeding fish such as buffalo, carp, carpsuckers, catfishes (except flathead catfish), sturgeons, and suckers because of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs). 2. The Spring River from the confluence of Center Creek to the Kansas / Oklahoma border (Cherokee County); shellfish because of lead and cadmium. 3. Shoal Creek from the Missouri/Kansas border to Empire Lake (Cherokee County); shellfish because of lead and cadmium. 4. Cow Creek in Hutchinson and downstream to the confluence with the Arkansas River (Reno County); bottomfeeding fish such as buffalo, carp, carpsuckers, catfishes (except flathead catfish), sturgeons and suckers because of PCBs. 5. The Arkansas River from the Lincoln Street Dam in Wichita downstream to the
risks associated with eating locally caught fish from Kansas waters.
confluence with Cowskin Creek near Belle Plaine and Sumner (Sedgwick counties); bottom-feeding fish such as buffalo, carp, carpsuckers, catfishes (except flathead catfish), sturgeons and suckers because of PCBs. 6. Antioch Park Lake South in Antioch Park, Overland Park (Johnson County); all fish because of the pesticides dieldrin, heptachlor epoxide, chlordane, and dichloro phenyltrichloroe-thanes (DDTs). Consumption of bottomfeeding fish such as buffalo, carp, carpsuckers, catfishes (except flathead catfish), sturgeons, and suckers should be restricted to one meal per month from the following location because of PCBs: 1. The Little Arkansas Riverfrom the Main Street Bridge immediately west of Valley Center to the confluence with the Arkansas River in Wichita (Sedgwick County). Women who are pregnant, may become pregnant, or are nursing, and children age 17 or younger should consider restricting their total mercury intake for both supermarket fish and locally caught species. Concerned parents and other persons may wish
to consult with a physician about eating fish and mercury exposure. Mercury exposure can be reduced by limiting the consumption of large predatory fish. Larger/older fish of all types are more likely to have higher concentrations of mercury. Avoid the consumption of fish parts other than fillets, especially when eating bottomfeeding fish. Fatty internal organs tend to accumulate higher levels of fat-soluble contaminants such as chlordane and PCBs than fillets. Consumers can reduce their ingestion of fat-soluble contaminants such as chlordane and PCBs by trimming fat from fillets, and cooking in a manner in which fat drips away from the fillet. In waterbodies where watches or warnings related to harmful algae blooms have been applied, fish should be consumed in moderation and care taken to only consume skinless fillets. Avoid cutting into internal organs and rinse fillets with clean water prior to cooking or freezing. To view the advisories online and for information about KDHE’s Fish Tissue Contaminant Monitoring Program, visit www.kdheks.gov/ befs/fish_ tissue_monitor ing.htm.
Check out online version of 2016 Kansas Fishing Regulations A new year means new seasons ahead, and it’s never too early to start planning. Anglers with an itch to get the low-down on all things fishing related in Kansas this year should check out the online version of the 2016 Kansas Fishing Regulations Summary. Simply visit ksoutdoors.com and click “Fishing / Fishing Regulations” to download your copy of the free, easy-to-use, full-color pamphlet. Printed copies will be available wherever licenses are sold by mid-January. Apart from a helpful section highlighting new regulations for the 2016 season, the summary also includes information on important fishing regulations such as special seasons, creel and length limits, license fees and legal fishing methods. Because creel and length limits vary from lake to lake, the2016 Kansas Fishing
Regulations Summary is a must-read for all anglers. The summary also lists all public waters, along with their location and any special regulations in effect. At the turn of a page, anglers can see which community lakes don’t charge extra fees for fishing, as well as community lakes designated as Family Friendly Facilities (FFF) that will include flush toilet facilities, security patrols, security lighting, easy access to the water and do not allow alcohol. Anglers can also read up
on aquatic nuisance species (ANS), as well as regulations governing the use of live baitfish. Select pages are devoted to fish identification, featuring color illustrations by renowned fish illustrator Joe Tomelleri. Current state record fish are listed, and there is also a Master Angler Award Application for anglers who catch fish that qualify for this certificate award program. For more information on Kansas fishing, visit ksoutdoors.com/Fishing.
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STEVENS COUNTY SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER Shila Moore, Director 544-2283 - Activities 544-8041 - Meals 624 S. Main, Hugoton We had a huge turn out for our dance/Bingo party last Saturday evening. The 4-H Jr. Leadership sponsored the event and did a wonderful job with decorating, refreshments, Bingo calling, etc. Everything was fabulous! Thanks also to everyone who attended! Next month’s dance is February 13 and will be sponsored by Gas Capital Car Club. We deliver lunch Monday through Friday to homebound people. If you are in need of our services or you know someone who is, please call the Senior Center. We will give you information about cost, menus, etc. Senator Pat Roberts’ office is available to assist you with
problems you may be having with federal agencies like Social Security, Veterans’/VA issues, military cases, Medicare, passports, and IRS. If you need help, please call his Dodge City office at 620-227-2244. If you have questions concerning caregiving, legal matters, disability, health insurance, housing, etc., please call Michael Johnston at Southwest Kansas Area Agency on Aging at 620-2258240. Menu Jan. 14...Spaghetti & Meatballs Jan. 15 ............Ham and Beans Jan. 18 ..................Beef Burrito Jan. 19 .....................Roast Beef Jan. 20 .......Chicken & Noodles Jan. 21...............................Stew
People who laugh regularly are much healthier and may live longer than those who do not find time to giggle. Photo courtesy of Metro Editorial Services.
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Activities Thursday, January 14 Exercise ...................10:30 a.m. Friday, January 15 Exercise ...................10:30 a.m. Bingo .......................12:30 p.m. Saturday, January 16 Sew All Day ................8:30 a.m. Cards & Games .........6:00 p.m. Dance.........................7:00 p.m. Monday, January 18 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Line Dancing..............7:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 19 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Wednesday, January 20 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Paint...........................1:00 p.m. Thursday, January 21 Exercise ...................10:30 a.m.
Research indicates that people who laugh a lot are much healthier and may live longer than those who don’t find time to chuckle. A good, deep belly laugh can provide your body and mind with a great workout. Dr. Lee Berk at the Loma Linda School of Public Health in California found that laughing lowers levels of stress hormones and strengthens the immune system. The organization Laughter Works, which teaches people how and why to laugh, says laughter can cause blood pressure to drop, blood to become oxygenated and endorphins to kick in, which can improve mood. And that’s just the beginning. Laughing can help reduce stress and promote stronger relationships between people who laugh together. Data indicates children around the age of six laugh the most, laughing roughly 300 times per day, while adults average only 15 to 100 laughs per day. Submitted by Metro Editorial Services.
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Hunger can be a difficult hurdle to clear for people looking to lose weight. While nutritious foods don’t lack for taste, many people adapting to new diets featuring healthy, lowcalorie foods find themselves still hungry after meals, making it difficult for them to stay the course and reach their weightloss goals. Some low-calorie foods may contribute to hunger pangs, but there are many foods that satisfy hunger despite their low calorie count. • Baked potatoes: Potatoes might be high in carbohydrates, but they also are loaded with nutrients and antioxidants that can boost the immune system. Baked potatoes also provide a powerful punch of potassium, which can help men and women better control their blood pressure. That’s especially beneficial to overweight or obese men and women who are already dealing with high blood pressure. Baked potatoes also can make men and women feel full, which should help low-calorie devotees avoid overeating. • Eggs: The reputation of eggs tends to change every few years, and much of that can no doubt be attributed to misinformation about this low-calorie breakfast staple. Eggs are a great source of complete protein, and that protein contributes to feelings of fullness. According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, eggs contain all nine essential amino acids that, upon being digested, release hormones that suppress appetite. • Greek yogurt: Greek yogurt is another excellent and low-calorie source of protein, offering roughly twice as much protein as regular yogurt. Greek yogurt also is an excellent source of calcium, potassium, zinc, and vitamins B6 and B12. But Greek yogurt also contributes to feelings of fullness, as a
study from the Nestlé Nutrition Institute found that consuming proteins found in dairy products increases satiety. • Oatmeal: While many people may only eat oatmeal when fighting a cold, this high-fiber and low-calorie breakfast alternative can be enjoyed yearround, helping to fight feelings of hunger all along. According to the Dairy Council of California©, oatmeal contains soluble fiber that stays in the stomach for long periods of time. That contributes to feelings of fullness and may just decrease mid-morning hunger pangs. The soluble fiber in oatmeal can also decrease lowdensity lipoprotein cholesterol,
which is often referred to as “bad cholesterol.” • Apple: Apples are another lowcalorie source of soluble fiber, and apples also are a good source of vitamin C, which can boost the immune system. But apples are more than just a low-calorie food that contributes to feelings of fullness. Finnish researchers who studied dietary data of more than 9,200 men and women found that those who ate apples frequently had lower risk of stroke than those who did not eat apples. That could be attributable to the effect of soluble fiber on LDL cholesterol as well as the effects of the antioxidant compounds found in apples. Hunger pangs have derailed many a low-calorie diet. But there are plenty of low-calorie foods that also satisfy hunger and reduce the likelihood of overeating. Submitted by Metro Editorial Services.
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MOSCOW NEWS BY JUDY HICKERT
Students named to the Superintendent's Honor Roll for the first semester were Elizabeth Erives, Josie James, Ashley Kennedy, Athziry Marquez, Cambria Phillips, Jessie James,, Stacy Enns, Axel Granillo, Molleigh Lowery, Jaylen Mendez, Adriana Salcedo, Maggie White, Briannah Davidson, Madilyn Lahey, Kelsi Mueller, Madison Owens, Alex Pierson and Vance Thompson. Principal’s Honor Roll for the first semester included these students: Hunter Persinger, Gerardo Garcia, Adan Granillo, Isabella Hall, Trenton Kennedy, Luis Martinez, Eliana Hernandez, Yamilet Rojo, Justyn Allen, JC Blakeley, JJ Gonzalez, AJ Munson, Madison Hall, Pancho Sawatzky, Morgan Robson and Clemente Rojo. Moscow schools released their Superintendent's Honor Roll for the second quarter. Students making the list were Elizabeth Erives, Josie James, Ashley Kennedy, Cambria Phillips, Isabella Hall, Jessie James, Stacy Enns, Yamilet Rojo, Clemente Rojo, Axel Granillo, Jaylen Mendez, Adriana Salcedo, Maggie White, Briannah Davidson, Madilyn Lahey, Kelsi Mueller, Owens, Alex Madison Pierson, Vance Thompson and Molleigh Lowery. Students making the Principal’s Honor Roll for the second quarter were Athziry Marquez, Hunter Persinger, Jesse Persinger, Gerardo Garcia, Adan Granillo, Trenton Kennedy, Luis Martinez, Justyn Allen, JJ Gonzalez, AJ Munson, Hall, Pancho Madison Sawatzky, Mara Ricks and JD Robson.
Saturday, January 23 Mike the Hypnotist will perform at the Moscow High School Gym at 7:00 p.m. Free admission with a non-perishable food item for Project Hope.
Bridge players compete at Hugoton Senior Center Duplicate bridge was played Thursday afternoon at the Hugoton Senior Center. Donita Graham was the hostess, and also held the high score for the day. Midge Greenwood had the low score.
The group is having trouble finding players, so if anyone would care to play, please contact the Senior Center at 620-544-2283. The group would also love to teach new players!
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A huge tree at 210 E. Kelly in Moscow was removed this week, with lots of hard work and helping hands. The tree had been dead for a while, so its removal really improves the
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Each January, Americans remember and reflect on the life of a man who stood up for his rights and the rights of millions of American citizens. Martin Luther King, Jr., ultimately lost his life fighting for the rights of black Americans, and his courage is celebrated every year on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Martin Luther King, Jr. was a Baptist minister and a social rights activist who helped shape the American Civil Rights movement in the 1950s and 1960s. King seemed destined for greatness at an early age and studied medicine and law at Morehouse College. However, he chose to follow in his father’s footsteps and make a career out of his beliefs and religion. According to History.com, King entered Crozer Theological Seminary in Pennsylvania, where he earned a Bachelor of Divinity degree, won a prestigious fellowship and was elected president of his predominantly white senior class. Spurred on by social unrest and race discrimination, King’s theology began to intertwine with his advocacy for the African-American population. His style was peaceful protest, including boycotts, marches and empowered speeches. His ideals reflected his Christianity, while his operational techniques stemmed from Gandhi. King traveled over six million miles and spoke over twenty-five hundred times, appearing wherever there was injustice, protest, and action. In addition, King authored five books and numerous articles. King is perhaps best known for his historic March on Washington, which drew more than 200,000 people to the Lincoln Memorial. The location was symbolic, as former president Abraham Lincoln also was an advocate for blacks living in the United States. It was here that King made his famous “I Have a Dream” speech, emphasizing his belief that someday all men could be brothers. Each year on or about his birthday January 15, the United States celebrates the life of Martin Luther King, Jr., one of its greatest and most influential citizens. Submitted by Metro Editorial Services.
Snowmen decorate the hall on this creative bulletin board displayed at Moscow High School.
Kansas Weekly Gas Prices Average retail gasoline prices in Kansas have fallen 1.3 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $1.72 per gallon Sunday, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 1,329 gas outlets in Kansas. This compares with the national average that has fallen 1.8 cents per gallon in the last week to $1.97 per gallon, according to gasoline price Web site GasBuddy.com. Areas nearby Kansas and their current gas price climate: Wichita- $1.62 per gallon, down 3.8 cents per gallon from last week's $1.66 per gallon; Lincoln- $1.97 per gallon, down 3.7 cents per gallon from last week's $2.01 per gallon; Topeka$1.75 per gallon, down 0.4 cents per gallon from last week's $1.75 per gallon. Including the change in gas prices in Kansas during the past week, prices Sunday were 10.7 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 7.6 cents per gallon lower than a month ago. The national average has decreased 3.8 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 15.6
cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago. "The first week of January seems to be on par with prior years," said Jeff Pelton, GasBuddy senior petroleum analyst. "History has shown that 12 of the past 16 Januarys have yielded the worst demand for the year. If Wednesday’s EIA report is indicative of things to come in the next 3 weeks, this January may prove to be no different. The tension between Saudi Arabia and Iran while traditionally would cause a rise in oil prices, the times have changed and the incentive now is for the Saudis to pump away and keep Iran’s coffers as empty as they can. Add to the mix the turmoil in the Chinese financial markets which has roiled the US stock market and you should get gas prices which will decline thru the month," he said. For a complete listing of current averages and other fuel price data, visit http://media.gasbuddy.com. For fuel news and alerts, follow @GasBuddyNews on Twitter.
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History From The Hermes in Alamosa, Co. Zane is a Hugoton High School graduate. Thursday, January 18, 1996 Ampride celebrated their grand opening with a ribbon cutting. They are located at 700 S. Main Street. Harry Ferguson is the manager of the new convenience store. Thursday, January 23, 1986 Oleta Campbell has served the public for ten years at the Daylight Donut Shop as of January 21. Now currently
This is the interior of the J.E. Webber and Son Ford garage, located on east Sixth Street in Hugoton. J.E. Webber is leaning on a Haynes automobile at the left. The other men have not
Hugoton We have had our share of snow and ice early this year and more is expected. I for one am ready for spring and sunshine. In Southeast Oklahoma 1/8 of an inch of snow closes school, shuts down the town and has everyone buying enough supplies to last a month the day before the predicted bad weather. But here, we are tough people and struggle on through the frozen tundra. My dog cables froze to the ground the first big snow and I had to pull them up a little at a time. I thought I was smarter this last time and wrapped them up around the clothesline pole where they simply stuck to it. I tried to reason with the dogs about just holding it for a few days but to no avail. But seriously, cold weather has its dangers and everyone needs to be prepared for weather emergencies if they arise. Remember, in Southwest Kansas you can’t always predict the weather but you can reduce its impact by having a plan in place for severe weather. Make a plan that will also apply to spring and summer storms and floods (yes some places have floods, I have actually witnessed them first hand) as well. Make sure to have an alternate plan of contact between friends and family if cell phone towers, landlines and computers are down. Communication is important in these situations. I have no idea what other ideas to try as those are the three I use. Smoke signals? Megaphones? Any suggestions? Stock an emergency kit that includes the following:
an employee of the Bansemer family, she began work at the shop under Lloyd Dumler. Thursday, January 29, 1981 Dr. R.T. LeNeve and Dr. M.F. Frederick were honored for Distinguished Community Service by the Chamber of Commerce. Thursday, January 22, 1976 Winning this year’s Bankers Award for outstanding work in Conservation were Morton Brewer and his sons, Clovis and Ronnie.
been identified. The two men at the right were brothers and worked as mechanics for Mr. Webber. Taken from the January 19, 1956 issue of the Hugoton Hermes newspaper.
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• One gallon of water per person per day for three days for drinking and sanitation • Three days non-perishable food and pet food. • Battery powered radio and extra batteries • Flashlight and extra batteries • First aid kit • Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities if needed • Manual can opener (I would forget this) • Extra shoes and jackets • Extra leashes • Duct Tape (I am not sure why but it seems like a good idea and in Oklahoma it is used for everything). For more information about emergency preparedness go to www.ready.gov, reddcross.org/prepare or ksready.gov. As mentioned above, do not forget about your pets when preparing your emergency kits by stocking a few sensible items in your first aid kit for your furry family members. Gauze and non-stick bandages are better for animal wounds as they don’t pull out the hair and the gauze can be gently used to muzzle and injured pet to prevent biting someone or pulling off their own bandages. Hydrogen Peroxide can be safely used on dogs or cats to flush out a wound and be sure to keep milk of magnesia on hand in case your animal accidently ingests poison and a veterinarian is not available. A clean eye dropper is perfect for rinsing small wounds and administering medication to any size pet. For more information the American Red Cross puts out
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Compiled by Ruthie Winget Thursday, January 20, 2011 Katie Omo was selected to attend State Choir for the second year in a row. Tyrell Sandoval was also selected for State Choir for a third year. They both will perform at Carnegie Hall in New York City. Thursday, January 26, 2006 Air Force senior cadet Zane Hershey won first place for the Air Force Academy in the annual Colorado Collegiates Wrestling tournament
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They operate five irrigation wells in their farming operation. They use both surface and underground pipe in the irrigation operations and recover water for reuse with a tailwater pit. Thursday, January 19, 1956 Damon Hubbard wrote in The Hugoton Hermes that the horseless carriage came to Stevens County forty-eight years ago. The first auto dealer was J.E. Webber. The agency was located in a tin building located where Bob May Chevrolet was formerly operated. Note: Where Bultman Inc. is now located. Marriage vows were read for Connie Simmons and Donald Swinney December 25 in the Hugoton First Church of God. After a short trip to Carlsbad, N.M., the newlyweds will be at home in Hugoton. 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 Newspaper.
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Kansas Common Sense Hello, Welcome to “Kansas Common Sense.” Thanks for your continued interest in receiving my weekly newsletter. Please feel free to share it with your family and friends if it would interest them. Bill Repealing Obamacare Sent to President’s Desk For the first time, a bill that would repeal major portions of the Affordable Care Act will reach the President’s desk. The Senate passed the Restoring American’s Healthcare Freedom Reconciliation Act December 3, 2015, legislation to dismantle much of the flawed 2010 law and suspend funding to Planned Parenthood. This bill was passed Thursday by the House of Representatives and will now be sent to the President’s desk. President Obama is expected to veto the bill.
It has been more than five years since Obamacare was rammed through Congress on a purely partisan basis in the face of significant public opposition. After all this time, most Americans still oppose this unprecedented expansion of federal government intrusion into health care decisions for families and job creators. The 2,700-page law has burdened millions of Americans with a litany of broken promises, higher taxes and costs, reduced health care choices, and new regulations that have stifled the economy. Individuals, families and employers continue to face increasing health insurance costs, new taxes overseen by a politically-biased IRS, burdensome mandates, and great uncertainty because of the Affordable Care Act. By repealing
PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, January 14, 2016) 1t SOUTHWEST KANSAS GROUNDWATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT NO. 3 SCHEDULED MEETING DATE CHANGES TO ALL PERSONS: Take notice that the Board of Directors of the Southwest Kansas
Groundwater Management District No. 3 will hold their regularly scheduled February Board Meeting at 9:00 a.m. CST Thursday February 4th, 2016 at the Ramada Inn, Topeka Kansas instead of the 2nd Wednesday of the month as previously scheduled. BOARD OF DIRECTORS SOUTHWEST KANNSAS GROUNDWATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT NO.3 /s/ Kend Dunn, Board President
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Obamacare, we can replace it with step-by-step improvements to enable individuals to purchase affordable health coverage that meets their unique needs and lower overall costs. Visit moran.senate.gov and click on “News Releases” under the “Newsroom” tab for more information about the passage of legislation to repeal Obamacare. Risking National Security New Transfer of GITMO Detainees President Obama released four more Guantanamo Bay detainees with connections to Al Qaeda this week, ignoring the serious concerns of millions of Americans and senior U.S. military leaders who have been prevented from expressing their opposition. The Administration’s continued efforts to release terrorist detainees is an attempt to unlawfully close Gitmo and move the remaining terrorists to U.S. soil. Congress has repeatedly passed laws to prevent the transfer of detainees and closure of Gitmo, yet the Administration continues to search for ways to get around the objections of both Congress and the American people. A critical national security decision deserves critical thought. Over the last seven years, this Administration has been incapable of presenting a comprehensive, legally justifiable closure and relocation plan that maintains the safety and security of American citizens. I am committed to blocking the closing of Gitmo, and will
continue to uphold mandates by Congress and current law that prohibits the transfer of prisoners to Kansas or anywhere else in the United States. President Cannot Infringe on Our Second Amendment Rights This week, President Obama announced new executive orders that once again bypass Congress in an effort to curb the rights of law-abiding citizens. The Second Amendment and our constitutional rights are too important to sign away from the Oval Office without any debate within Congress. The president’s continued efforts to undermine the authority of the legislative branch and the people it serves cannot be accepted. While much needs to be done to prevent violent crime in our nation, this can be accomplished by redoubling our efforts to enforce all existing gun laws and use our legal power to prosecute criminals who misuse firearms to the fullest extent of the law. Dietary Guidelines for Americans Released This week, the updated Dietary Guidelines for Americans were released. These guidelines, which form the basis of federal nutrition policy and influence many Americans’ eating patterns, are reviewed every five years by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Earlier this year, an advisory committee report made recommendations to USDA and HHS on the guidelines
based on environmental sustainability, a field outside the committee members’ charter, background and expertise. Due to serious concerns the dietary guidelines were being influenced by politics rather than driven by science, I included instructions in the FY2016 Senate Agriculture Appropriations bill directing USDA and HHS to formulate the guidelines solely on dietary science. I also used my role as Chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Subcommittee to voice my concerns to Secretary Vilsack, both in hearings and privately. I appreciate USDA, as well as HHS, taking my concerns into account. I am also pleased the guidelines recommend that Americans include lean meat as part of a healthy, nutritious diet. The same March 2015 advisory committee report that took environmental sustainability factors into account in its recommendations also left lean red meat out of what it considers to be a healthy diet. This was greatly concerning to dietitians who support consumption of lean red meat and alarming to Kansas livestock producers who produce high quality, nutritious food products for American consumption. Legislation to Restrict International Terror Financing Becomes Law One of the final bills to pass Congress before the holidays was the Hizballah International Financing Prevention Act (H.R. 2297). I cosponsored this legislation to constrict the resources of a global
terrorist organization supported by the Iranian government. While there is no quick fix to reverse the harm caused by of President Obama’s troubled foreign policy, I was pleased to see him sign this important bipartisan legislation into law. It is a positive action that will help combat the threats of newly emboldened and enriched extremists in Iran and a Middle East in alarming disarray. Hizballah is a U.S. Department of State designated foreign terrorist organization (FTO). This law will limit the extremist group’s access to international financial institutions and restrict their ability to fund terror. Apply to be a Summer 2016 Intern My own interest in public service was sparked by an internship for Kansas First District Congressman Keith Sebelius in 1974. As an intern, I had the chance to learn firsthand how a Congressional office operates and how the legislative process works. I am proud to be able to offer this same opportunity in my Senate office today where I have interns year-round who have a unique opportunity to work closely with my staff on behalf of Kansas. Applications are already being accepted for internships in my Washington, D.C., office for the summer 2016 term. Congressional internships are open to qualified undergraduate and graduate students who have an interest in public service and have achieved academic excellence.
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PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, January 14, 2016) 1t BEFORE THE STATE CORPORATION COMMISSION OF THE STATE OF KANSAS NOTICE OF FILING APPLICATION RE: Merit Energy Company LLC- Application to amend the D-32,279 permit to authorize the disposal saltwater into the Wiggains 12-5 located in Stevens County, Kansas. TO: All Oil and Gas Producers, Unleased Minerals Interest Owners, Landowners, and all persons whomever concerned. You, and each of you, are hereby notified that Merit Energy Company LLC, has filed an application to amend the permit to disposal of saltwater into the Lansing formation at the Wiggains 12-5, located in the SENW-SW-NE Sec 12 T35S-T36W Stevens County, Kansas, with a max-
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PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, December 31, 2015) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Mary White, deceased, CASE NO. 15-PR-49 NOTICE OF HEARING AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that a Petition was been filed in this Court by Lillian Seaman, an heir, devisee and legatee, and executor named in the Last Will and Testament of Mary White, deceased, dated June 20, 2013, requesting the Will filed with the Petition be admitted to probate and record; petitioner be appointed as Executor, without bond; and petitioner be granted Letters Testamentary. You are required to file your writ-
ten defenses thereto on or before January 22, 2016, at 9:30 A.M. in the District Court in the City of Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail to file your written defenses, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the Petition. All creditors are notified to exhibit their demands against the Estate within the latter of four months from the date of first publication of notice under K.S.A. 59-2236 and amendments thereto, or if the identity of the creditor is known or reasonably ascertainable, 30 days after actual notice was given as provided by law, and if their demands are not thus exhibited, they shall be forever barred. Lillian Seaman, Petitioner James A. Kuharic, #08952 Brollier, Wolf & Kuharic Box 39, Hugoton, KS 67951 (620) 544-8555 Attorney for Petitioner
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January 14 - High School Scholars’ Bowl at Hugoton 4:00 p.m. January 15 - Jujnior High Basketball vs Deerfield 4:00 p.m. - High School Basketball vs Deerfield Homecoming Coronation at Half-time Boys Game - School in Session January 16 - High School Scholars’ Bowl at Sublette 9:30 a.m.
January 18 - Junior High Basketball vs Moscow 4:30 p.m. - Martin Luther King Jr. January 20 - Fourth-eighth Geography Bee at District Office 3:00 p.m. January 21 - High School Basketball at GCK 3:00 p.m. - High School Basketball at HPL-GCCC
Do you recognize this man? He was seen in the 1950’s riding this nifty cycle around the streets of Rolla.
Panches Maravilla attends National Guard ceremony Panches Maravilla continues to participate in National Guard Events. The most recent one was December 13 in Great Bend. Panches attended a ceremony for other National Guardsmen receiving patches and being sent to their units and for others who are ranking up. Panches helped carry one of the flags for the ceremony. Panches is the son of Chad Salazar and Shawn and Josh Schwindt, the grandson of Linette Salazar and great grandson of Hester MIllemon.
Panches Maravilla carries the flag at the National Guard ceremony at Great Bend.
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Basketball homecoming is Friday night It is time again for homecoming, this time basketball homecoming. Candidates have been chosen, the votes are all in and counted and now the excitement builds as everyone waits for the big announcement Friday, January 15, during halftime of the boys’ basketball game.
Enthusiasm is also in the air for the classes as they each compete in the door decorating contest and a winner for each age division will be selected and announced later in the week. The high school will have a pep rally for the teams beginning at 2:45 p.m. in the new
gym. The games will begin against Deerfield with junior high playing at 4:00 p.m. High school games will follow. The junior class will be serving chicken and noodles with mashed potatoes, green beans and hot rolls. The booster club will be sponsoring a silent auction
Winter homecoming candidates announced The Rolla High School candidates for homecoming were chosen the Friday before Christmas break. The freshmen class will be represented by Kaberlin Hull and Oscar Silva. Kaberlin plays volleyball, basketball and hopefully track. She is the daughter of Kristy and the late Lee Hull and the granddaughter of Nancy and the late George Hull, Jr. Her escort, Oscar, is the son of Irma and Jesus Silva. Sophomore candidates are Lupita Ruelas and Carson Milburn. Lupita plays volleyball, basketball, and hopefully track and is the daughter of Sandra and Felipe Ruelas. Her escort, Carson, is the son of Jamie and Kent Milburn. Representing the junior class will be Teagan Simmons and Luis Martinez. Teagan plays volleyball, basketball and track and is the daughter of Amy and Ernie Wagner, and Jason Simmons, and the granddaughter of Russell and Dorothy Simmons of Elkhart. Her escort, Luis, is the son of Eloisa and Juan Martinez. Senior king candidate Chance Toole, son of Melody and Scott Ellis, will be escorting the flower girl, Bella Bowers, daughter of Curtis and Terisa Bowers and granddaughter of Waynette and Curtis Bowers, and the crown bearer Alex Fierro, son of Alma and Salvador Fierro. Kyri Brummett, Jessica Pinkley, Chandler Burrows and Joseph Mendez will round out the senior candidates. Kyri is a four year cheerleader and is the daugh-
Homecoming candidates are, standing left to right, Luis Martinez, Chance Toole, Joseph Mendez, Chandler Burrows, Carson Milburn ter of Phoebe and Karick Brummett and granddaughter of Lois Dunn. She will be escorted by Chandler, son of Shelli and Stacy Burrows and grandson of Larry and Wilene
and Oscar Silva; in front are Teagan Simmons, Jessica Pinkley, Kyri Brummett, Bella Bowers, Lupita Ruelas and Kaberlin Hull.
Burrows. Jessica is a four year volleyball and basketball player and is the daughter of Sherry and Andy Pinkley and the granddaughter of Linda and the late Kyle Martin of
Expectant parents enjoy baby shower January 9
Claassen, Henry Wiebe, Garry Norton and Allyson Norton. Photo courtesy of Becky Sohm.
RHS scholars’ bowl qualifies for Championship The Rolla High School scholars' bowl team traveled to Wichita to compete in the Bishop Carroll Tournament of Champions Saturday, January 9. The Tournament of Champions is an exclusive, invitation-only tournament. Invitations are issued based on a team's performance the previous year. After the qual-
ifying round, Rolla was the #3 seed out of 40 of the best teams in the state. The Pirates went on to take first place in their flight and qualify for the Championship Flight. The team, led by seniors Chandler Burrows and Garry Norton, took third place overall in the tournament. Also playing for the Pi-
rates were sophomores Paige Claassen, Allyson Norton, and Henry Wiebe, and freshman Preston Burrows. This is Rolla’s third year to participate and every year the team has improved their standings. Congratulations to the coaches and their team! Article written by Becky Sohm
Elkhart. She will be escorted by Joseph, son of Kari Livesay and Joseph Ray Mendez. Congratulations to all the candidates and good luck!
RJHS and RHS name quarterly honors
Maria Olvera and Panches Maravilla
RHS Scholars’ Bowl members, left to right, Preston Burrows, Chandler Burrows, Paige
during the game and Rolla Hope will also have their Select-a-player game again. Come by Friday and see all the fun. Admittance to the game will be free of charge, courtesy of First National Bank of Elkhart/Rolla and Pioneer Electric of Ulysses.
Saturday, January 9 was the baby shower for Maria Olvera and Panches Maravilla in Moscow at the Moscow Senior Center. Panches’ sister Renee Guerrero and his mom Shawn Schwindt
hosted the event in preparation for the arrival of their baby girl toward the end of January. Friends and family were there to help the young adults prepare for their new baby.
Rolla hosts Wildcats Monday, January 18 the Rolla Junior High Pirates will host the Moscow Wildcats. The junior class will be serving pot roast, mashed potatoes and corn. Come out and support the Pirates and the Wildcats.
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The Rolla Junior High and High School Principal’s Honor Roll for the second quarter was released. Students named to the honor roll were sixth graders Ashton Burrows, Gilberto Garcia Herrera, Santana Key and San Juanita Martinez; seventh graders Brayan Casas, Ethan Garcia, Garrette Hinds, McKenzie Hinds, Audra Langley, Gavin LaRue, Melanie Norton and Jamie Sheedy. Two eighth grade students were named tothe honor. They were Justice Bennett and Alexandra Hart. Ninth grade students making the list included Kaberlin Hull, Rocqan Johnson-Hinds, Jazmine McMasters, Cacee Milburn and Oscar Silva. Also making the list were tenth graders William Brown, Paige Claassen, Troilkeyla Cooper, Aaliyah Earl, Stephanie Easterwood, Vanessa Reza, Sandra Ruelas-Aranda and Deserae Schwindt. Juniors named to the list were Landon Clemans, Marcos Cortes-Cruz, Ty Dixon, Alan Perez and Brianna Smith. Seniors named were Kyri Brummett, Kynsha Green, Jessica Pinkley and Chance Toole.
Knights of Columbus make donation The Knights of Columbus host a Tootsie Roll program every year during football season at both Elkhart and Rolla games. The money they raise from these games is then split between the Elkhart and Rolla Schools. Rolla received a check for
$327.27 from this generous donation this year. Dick Rodriguez, member of the Knights of Columbus, presented the check to Kim Mauk, superintendent, January 7. The school is grateful for the generous donation.
Semester honors announced The Rolla Junior High and High School Superintendent's Honor Roll for the first semester was released. Making the honor roll were seventh graders Lena Martens and Aspen Sohm; eighth grader Maria Kroeker, ninth graders Preston Burrows, and Brookelynne Johnson-Hinds; and tenth graders Carson Milburn, Allyson Norton and Henry Wiebe. Also making the list were eleventh graders Ashly Hart and Teagan
Simmons; and twelfth graders Chandler Burrows, Ruben Maravilla, Joseph Mendez and William Norton.
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