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Celebrate Kansas Day January 29 Kansas’ birthday is Friday, January 29, and you probably haven’t bought a present! No fear - the State of Kansas has plenty of amazing gifts in the form of beautiful scenery, amazing people, unique products and gripping stories. In honor of the state’s one hundred fifty-fifth year of existence, here are a few facts about the Sunflower State: • Kansas was admitted to the union as a free state January 29, 1861 and bears the title of thirtyfourth state admitted to the U.S. • The state contains 82,282 square miles: of which 81,823 are land and a meager 459 square miles are water. • The population of Kansas, as of July 2015, was 2,911,641. • Kansas boasts 105

counties and 627 incorporated cities. • Francisco Vasquez de Coronado explored the future state of Kansas back in 1541. Fort Leavenworth became the first permanent settlement in the future state of Kansas in 1827. • Kansas Territory originally stretched all the way to the Continental Divide and included Denver, Colorado Springs and Pueblo. • Dodge City is the windiest city in the United States. • Kansas’ Smith County is the geographical center of the 48 contiguous states. • Morton County sells the most trout fishing stamps of all Kansas counties. • The Hugoton Gas Field is the largest natural gas field in the United States. • The Kansas Speleological Society has catalogued

at least 528 caves in Kansas. Comanche County has at least 128 and Barber County boasts at least 117. • Famous actors and musicians from Kansas include Dennis Hopper, Buster Keaton, Fatty Arbuckle, Kirstie Alley, Annette Bening, Don Johnson, Rob Riggle, Paul Rudd, Jason Sudeikis, Vivian Vance, Melissa Etheridge, Martina McBride, Jerrod Niemann and more! • Cartoonist Mort Walker, creator of the Beetle Bailey and Hi and Lois comic strips, is from Kansas. • Authors Langston Hughes and Bill Martin, Jr. hail from Kansas. • Kansan Dwight D. Eisenhower served two terms as president of the United States from 1953 to 1961.

Plan to attend local Ground Hog Suppers

Stevens County Sheriff’s Department K9 Kleio proudly sits with her new First Aid kit from “We Ride To Provide”. Kleio’s kit was donated by fellow K9 handler Richard Seward of Overland Park.

Kleio receives First Aid kit Stevens County Sheriff’s Department K9 Kleio recently received a First Aid kit from “We Ride To Provide” in Georgia. Donors contribute to the program, and K9s in need are given First Aid kits. The kits contain valuable items for the canines, including wound care essentials, Benadryl, eye wash, Toxiban to neutralize poison, ice pack, a muzzle and more. “We Ride To Provide” is a non profit organization based in Covington, Ga. providing First Aid kits to law enforcement agencies around the United States that may not be able to afford them. Kits have been sent to officers all over, from Georgia and Kansas, all the way to Puerto Rico!

The organization was founded in 2009 by Holly and Jason Cripps. Their slogan is “paying tribute to those lost, by providing for those left behind”. They also organize the only annual K9 memorial event in the country to pay tribute to fallen police dogs in Georgia in addition to assisting officers with the purchase of safety equipment. To find out more, or to donate, find them on Facebook at www.face book.com/WeRideTo Provide, on their Web site at www.WeRideTo Provide.com or call 770900-6494. Deputy Chris Beltz and K9 Kleio are so grateful to be a part of the program!

Congressman Tim Huelskamp announced a staff representative from his Kansas office will be available in Hugoton Tuesday, February 2 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. at the Stevens County Courthouse, in the Commissioners’ Room, at 200 E. Sixth. During these office hours, Huelskamp’s staff representative will be available to meet individually with Kansans to learn about

their concerns and to serve as a resource for constituents struggling to navigate bureaucratic red tape. Constituents seeking assistance are encouraged to schedule an appointment by contacting Congressman Huelskamp’s Dodge City office at 620-225-0172. Congressman Huelskamp said of the office hours: “The federal government doesn’t make it easy on us – in fact an estimated

Clear your calendars this weekend - it’s time to eat some delicious home cooked food! First up is the Lone Star Friends Church’s fiftyninth annual Ground Hog Supper this Friday, January 29 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. They’ll be serving up sausage, hash browns, homemade biscuits and gravy, green beans, salads and fresh pies and cakes. Their facility is located 14 miles east of Hugoton on Highway 51 and is handicap accessible. Free will donations are gratefully accepted. Don’t get too full Friday night, as the Hugoton United Methodist Men will be hosting their Ground Hog Supper at the Memorial Hall Saturday, January 30 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. They’ll be serving all your favorites including sausage, hot biscuits, mashed potatoes and gravy, sauerkraut and ribs, applesauce and homemade pies. Coffee and milk will also be available. Come hungry, fill your belly, then fill your freezer with the bulk sausage they’ll have for sale. A free will offering will be accepted at the supper Saturday evening. The whole family is invited to both events!

The USD 210 Board of Education members review a project Hugoton Learning Academy students worked on in their Economics course.

HLA students stand by to answer any of the board members’ questions.

Board of Education hears about HVAC needs The Hugoton USD 210 Board of Education met in a special meeting Monday, Janury 25. Members present were Matt Mills, Todd Gayer, Stephanie Heger, Mike Persinger, Dettra Crawford and Paula Rowden. Barry Hittle was absent. Also present were Adrian Howie, Traci Shields, Davonna Daharsh, Kay McDaniels, Arick Miller, Scott Strom, Clayton Rekz and Aaron Buys. A group from 360 Energy Engineering came in to discuss the design development midterm handout for the elementary school projects. At the January 5 special meeting the board voted to enter into a Design Services agreement with 360 Energy Engineering. Scott Strom talked about the HVAC upgrades at the elementary. One interior room has no ventilization air and will have to have some work done. He discussed the use of the split cooling system installed last year. He recom-

mended moving it to the kitchen to provide supplemental cooling. That way they can avoid turning on the chillers just to cool the kitchen in early mornings and also in the summer time. He detailed the equipment the district would need for heating and cooling. It included chillers, high efficiency condensing boilers, variable speed pumps, dedicated outdoor air system, hot water piping, windows, ceilings and much more. The estimated cost for the project is between $3.5 million and $4.25 million. Scott also talked about some upgrades to the high school HVAC. He informed the board the high school boiler is about 35 years old, and if it were to break down there isn’t a back up currently available. Some of the things needing repair are from the 1960's and 1980's. The 360 Energy Engineering will meet with the board again in March with some more definite infor-

Huelskamp announces local office hours 4,000 regulations will be working their way through the federal bureaucracy in the last year of Barack Obama’s presidency. Whether you have questions on working with the EPA, IRS, OSHA, VA or other agency, my staff will be available to help. I hope our office can be of service to you.” Submitted by Congressman Tim Huelskamp.

Annie has conquered the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library! She received her very own Clifford Dictionary as a reward! Congratulations Annie! You will be a great reader!

mation and costs before letting bids out to contractors and subcontractors. Superintendent Howie talked about House Bill No. 2504 concerning school districts relating to the realignment of the districts. He said in a home county with 10,000 students or less, the state board shall realign the boundaries so there is only one realigned school district for each county. If there are more than 10,001 students, the district boundaries will be realigned within the county to have 1,500 or more students. It also says the state board shall not divide or disorganize a public innovative district in the course of the realignment process. After the realignment is effective the number of school administration and supervisory service employees employed by the school district shall not exceed 120% of the number of school adminstration and superviory service employees of the district with the largest enrollment in the prior year. He will continue to follow the House bill to see where it leads. The board declared May 18, 2016 to be the last day of school for the 20152016 school year. The Board met for a monthly meeting Tuesday, January 19. Board members present were Matt Mills, Todd Gayer, Stephanie Heger, Mike Persinger and Barry Hittle. Dettra Crawford and Paula Rowden were absent. Also present were Tiffany Boxum, Larry Lyder, Lance Custer, Traci Shields, Kay McDaniels, John Girodat, CJ Korf, Stuart Scott, Barbara Trujillo, Danny Ray, Tom Frederick, Silvia Arellano, Cleotilde Nava, Ariel Arellano, Denice Ochoa, Mayra Zizumbo, Jennifer Burrows and Mary Reimer. The Hugoton Recreation Commission report was presented by Danny Ray and Tom Frederick. Currently the Hugoton Recreation is operating on 2.75 mils. With the drop in value of the mils the Rec has lost about $110,000 a Continued to page 4

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WHAT’S HAPPENIN’ AL-ANON Family Group meets at 1405 Cemetery Road Mondays and Thursdays at 8:00 p.m. Call 620544-2610 or 620-544-2854 for more information. 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. ***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 620-272-2519 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 620-272-2360. Every Sunday - Pioneer Manor Coffee Shop Social Time 3:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to come for Social Time and coffee with residents. Every Friday - Pioneer Manor Men’s Group 10:00 a.m. Everyone is invited to come for the Men’s Group and drink coffee with residents. 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 620428-1487 before 5:30 p.m. Wednesday evenings. Until March 1 - Dog taxes due and payable at City Office without penalty. Contact the City at 620-544-8531. January 28 - Liberal Hearing Aid Center will be at Pioneer Manor from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. January 29 - First through seventh

grade Heritage Christian Academy students will travel to the Bible Christian Church in Garden City to participate in the Midwinter Tournament. - Lone Star Friends Church will host their fifty-ninth annual Ground Hog Supper from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. The Church is located fourteen miles east of Hugoton on Highway 51. - Hugoton High School basketball homecoming versus Guymon. Play starts at 4:45 p.m. with JV. Varsity girls play at 6:30 p.m. and varsity boys take the court at 8:00 p.m. - Project After Prom Chili Feed - 5:00 p.m. at the old HHS cafeteria. January 30 - Hugoton United Methodist Men will host their annual Ground Hog Supper at Memorial Hall from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. - Dermot Community Supper at the Dermot School, starting at 7:00 p.m. January 31 - Carolyn Langley’s seventyfifth birthday party at the First Christian Church from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. February 1 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Courthouse. - Stevens County Hospital Board will meet at 5:30 p.m. in the Pioneer Manor Conference Room. February 2 - Groundhog Day February 3 - Early release for USD 210 students at 1:35 p.m. February 4 - Stevens County Inn Grand Opening at 1:00 p.m. - Southwest Kansas Chapter of Sons of Thunder will cohost “Sweetheart Night” with the United Sisterhood. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. at the Walker Auditorium in the Grant County Civic Center, 1000 W. Patterson Avenue in Ulysses. Speakers are Bryan and Shayla Moffitt. You can register online at Sonsof ThunderSWKS.com. Handicap valet parking is available. Find out more about the Fourth Annual Sweetheart Night by visiting Facebook.com/Groups/ SweetheartNight. February 5 - Deadline to register for the Hugoton Recreation Commission’s 2016 Community

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Meltdown. Sign up at the HRC, 211 S. Madison. Weigh-in is February 8. February 6 - Brush Therapy from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Hugoton Recreation, for kids ages eight to 15. To reserve a spot, call 544-4675. - Moscow United Methodist Groundhog Supper 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. February 7 - Hugoton’s A.J. Madsen will be performing at Carnegie Hall in New York City, N.Y. February 8 - Hugoton City Council will meet at 5:15 p.m. - Southwest Friends of the Arts will host their annual meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the First Christian Church parlor. All members should attend. February 9 - Stevens County Economic Development Board will meet at 12:00 noon in the Activity Room at the Senior Center. - Hugoton Airport Board will meet at 7:00 p.m. at the airport. - Hugoton Sports Boosters will meet at 7:00 p.m. in the HMS/HHS Link Cafeteria. February 10 - Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce Board will meet at 12:00 noon. February 14 - Happy Valentine’s Day! February 15 - President’s Day - USD 210 Board of Education will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the HMS Library. - Drawing for the Sweetheart couple for the Annual Sweetheart couple of 2016. February 16 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Courthouse. February 17 - The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce will host their monthly luncheon. February 24 - Early release for USD 210 students at 11:30 a.m. February 25-26 - No school for USD 210 students due to Parent/ Teacher Conferences. March 7 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Courthouse. - Hugoton City Council will meet at 5:15 p.m. - Stevens County Hospital Board will meet at 5:30 p.m. in the Hospital’s Community Room.

By John Schlageck, Senior Editor/Writer, Kansas Farm Bureau

The right stuff Seems like nearly everyone is trying to define the family farm. While this isn’t a new phenomenon, it’s certainly one that bears consideration – especially as population numbers in our rural communities and regions of Kansas continue to decline. Based on these downward demographic trends, agriculture as a family farm system is best suited to compete and move forward equipped with the following attributes. First, the family farm system should include owner operation. Within such an arrangement, the rights and responsibilities of farm, ranch and land ownership are vested in an entrepreneur who works the farm for a living, to make a profit and to literally, grow the business. Second, independence is a cornerstone of today’s family farming operation in the Sunflower State. This includes financing from within its own resources using family labor and management to build the sweat equity and cash flow. This in turn will allow for retirement of mortgages, preferably during the lifetime of the head of the household. Economic dispersion, where large numbers of efficient-sized farms operate with equal access to competitive markets is another vital component. While all of these elements are equally important today, opening new windows in other parts of the world must be a continuing goal if agriculture is to expand and remain viable. The fourth key ingredient of today’s farm and ranch community is family centered – an element that has always been at the heart of this rural profession. Family farms have always, and must always, live in

harmony with the workplace. Here, responsibilities are divvied up and shared by all family members and children learn the work of their parents. A commercially diversified operation is another essential ingredient for today’s agriculture to remain successful. It does so by reducing commodity price risks while maximizing the use of farm resources. This element can provide a greater measure of self-sufficiency. And finally, no business, especially farming and ranching, can survive without innovation and adoption of new technology to enhance productivity and the use of scarce labor. Family farming carries with it a commitment to certain values, entirely independent of the factors impacting economics. These values, in turn, are imparted to the communities and to society as a whole. Included in such contributions are conservation, frugality, responsibility, modesty, honesty, dignity in work, belief in community, caring for future generations, neighborliness and self-reliance. While one particular family farm may not fulfill all of these contributions, together farm families have created a system of agriculture that built a strong rural economy and a secure rural culture – a system now being threatened with extinction. John Schlageck is a leading commentator on agriculture and rural Kansas. Born and raised on a diversified farm in northwestern Kansas, his writing reflects a lifetime of experience, knowledge and passion.

March 8 - Stevens County Economic Development Board will meet at 12:00 noon in the Activity Room at the Senior Center. - Hugoton Airport Board will meet at 7:00 p.m. at the airport. - Hugoton Sports Boosters will meet at 7:00 p.m. in the HMS/HHS Link Cafeteria. March 9 - Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce Board will meet at 12:00 noon. March 16 - The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce will host their monthly luncheon. March 21 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Courthouse. - USD 210 Board of Education will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the HMS Library. April 4 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Courthouse. - Stevens County Hospital Board will meet at 5:30 p.m. in the Pioneer Manor Conference Room. April 5 - Hugoton Airport Board will meet at 7:00 p.m. at the airport. - Hugoton Sports Boosters will meet at 7:00 p.m. in the HMS/HHS Link Cafeteria. April 11 - Hugoton City Council will meet at 5:15 p.m. April 12 - Stevens County Economic Development Board will meet at 12:00 noon in the Activity Room at the Senior Center. - Early Childhood Development Center enrollment meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the ECDC’s Hullabaloo Room. April 13 - Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce Board will meet at 12:00 noon. April 18 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Courthouse. - USD 210 Board of Education will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the HMS Library. April 20 - The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce will host their monthly luncheon. May 2 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Courthouse. - Stevens County Hospital Board will meet at 5:30 p.m. in the Hospital’s Community Room. May 3 - Hugoton Airport Board will meet at 7:00 p.m. at the airport. - Hugoton Sports Boosters will meet at 7:00 p.m. in the HMS/HHS Link Cafeteria. May 9 - Hugoton City Council will meet at 5:15 p.m. May 10 - Stevens County Economic Development Board will meet at 12:00 noon in the Activity Room at the Senior Center. May 11 - Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce Board will meet at 12:00 Noon.

Obituaries Neil Stanley Gregg Former Hugoton resident Neil Stanley Gregg of Enid, Ok. passed away Saturday, January 16, 2016 in Enid. He was 78.

Neil was born to R.L. Gregg and the former Eva Pauline Cutter, June 22, 1937 in Ada, Ok. He graduated from Panhandle State College. October 8, 1961 Neil married Vivian Rowell in Guymon, Ok. and they made their home in Enid. Neil was a truck driver and dairyman for four dairies: Eggleston, Carter, Lacey and Holcomb. He worked as a supply supervi-

Martin Russell Winter Death has claimed the life of Martin Russell Winter of Satanta. Mr. Winter passed from this life Thursday, January 21, 2016 at the Long Term Care Center in Satanta at the age of 94.

Russell was born in Bucklin September 3, 1921 to Martin Simon Winter and the former Lenna Lee Brown. He graduated from Sublette High School in 1939 and attended Garden City Junior College where he played basketball. September 3, 1944, Russell married Bonnie Louise Robinson. She preceded him in death August 28,1992. Mr. Winter began his banking career at the Haskell County State Bank in Sublette in 1940. He later worked in accounting in Denver, Co. and Garden City and had insurance, tax preparation and real estate businesses in Sublette. In 1956 he moved his family to Satanta where he was CEO of the State Bank of Satanta for 38 years. He then established Satanta Enterprises. He served as Treasurer of the Kansas Bankers Association, State Vice President for the American Bankers Association, and was a member of the Kansas State Banking Board. Russell played a vital role

HUGOTON POLICE REPORT Business Hours, Call 544-4959 After Hours, Call 544-2020 Monday, January 18, 2016 • Domestic, 900 Block South Coulter, Subject Arrested, Officer Lamatsch • Medical Assist, 100 Block West Second, Public Service, Officer Lamatsch • Medical Assist, 200 Block South Polk, Public Assist, Officer Hale/Officer Hagman Wednesday, January 20, 2016 • Vehicle Unlock, 100 Block South Main, Citizen Assist, Officer Hale/Officer Hagman • Dog at Large, 200 Block East First, Unable to Catch, Officer Hale/ Officer Hagman • Vehicle Unlock, Citizen Assist, Officer Hale, Officer Hagman Thursday, January 21, 2016 • BB Gun Shot at Window, 400 Block South Harrison, Sergeant Johnson Friday, January 22, 2016 • Dog at Large, 1100 Block South

sor at the Enid State School, retiring after 23 years. Mr. Gregg previously had served as deacon at Madison and Trinity Baptist, and currently was a member of Garber Baptist Church. Neil is survived by his wife of the home Vivian; sister Mary Jones of Odessa, Tx.; his nieces and nephews; and a multitude of friends. Mr. Gregg was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral service for Mr. Gregg was attended Wednesday afternoon, January 20 at First Baptist Church of Garber with Rev. Tom LeGrand officiating. Burial followed in Hugoton Cemetery Thursday afternoon. Anderson-Burris Funeral Home of Enid was in charge of the arrangements. Memorials may be made to Garber First Baptist Church. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family visit Anderson - Burris Funeral Home at www. andersonburris.com.

Washington, Dog Impounded, Officer Crane • Medical Assist, 500 Block East Third, Public Service, Officer Crane • Suspicious Person, 1000 Block South Main, Located Subject, Officer Crane Saturday, January 23, 2016 * Civil Standby, 900 Block South Coulter, Public Service, Officer Lamatsch • Vehicle Unlock, 100 Block West Fourth, Citizen Assist, Officer Lamatsch • Returned Dog to Owner, 1600 Block South Washington, Public Service, Officer Crane • Dog at Large, 1000 Block South Harrison, Dog Impounded, Officer Crane Sunday, January 24, 2016 • Dog at Large, 600 Block East Eleventh, Dog Impounded, Officer Crane

in the improvement of Haskell County. His involvements included serving as a Haskell County commissioner and president of the Satanta Chamber of Commerce. He was a founding member of Haskell County Grain and the Satanta Community Development Corporation, which assisted in moving many families to Satanta when the United Carbon plant closed. He was instrumental in establishing the Cimarron Valley Golf Course. Mr. Winter was a member of the Satanta United Methodist Church and a 63year member of the Masonic Lodge, 32nd degree. Russell loved flying his plane, playing golf, traveling and sharing his swimming pool. Survivors include his daughters, Pat Shearman and husband Jim, Nancy Anton and husband Bill, Jan Groth and husband Jim, all of Satanta, and Ruby Green and husband Gaylon of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Marc Anton and wife Stephanie of Newton, Erik Anton and wife Angel of Tucson, Az., Kristin Evans and spouse Dana of Wichita, Lora Green of Scottsdale, Az. and Danelle Schiffelbein and husband Geoff of Satanta; step-sister Donna Miller and husband Tom of Scott City; half-sister Mary Ann Duncan and husband Richard of Sublette; half - brothers, Larry Winter and wife Marilyn and Ron Winter and wife Peggy, all of Sublette; nine great grandchildren; and his many nieces and nephews. Russell was preceded in death by his parents; stepmother Vera Winter; brother Elton Winter; and sister Romola Burk. Services were attended Monday afternoon, January 25 at the Satanta United Methodist Church. Burial followed in the Dudley Township Cemetery of Satanta. Memorials to Cimarron Valley Golf Association, Satanta United Methodist Church or Satanta Aging may be sent in care of Paul’sRobson Funeral Home of Satanta. Paul’s-Robson Funeral Home of Satanta was in charge of arrangements.

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Lisa Steers earns Physicians Assistant distinction Thirty-three health professionals began the clinical portion of their studies last week to earn the Master of Physician Assistant Studies degree at the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences. Lisa Steers of Hugoton was presented her white coat Friday, January 15 in the Reed T. Keller Auditorium at the UND School of Medicine and Health Sciences. Heidi Olson-Fitzgerald, PA-C, presented the keynote address, focusing on the role of the physician assistant in primary care. Olson-Fitzgerald, a UND PA alumna of the Class of 1997, is a practicing primary care physician assistant for Essentia Health in Moorhead, Mn. Welcome remarks were given by SMHS Senior Associate Dean for Education Gwen W. Halaas, M.D., M.B.A.; SMHS Associate Dean for Health Sciences Tom Mohr, P.T., Ph.D.; and

Armbruster - Skinner Katherine Mary Armbruster and Brian Thomas Skinner celebrated the joining of their lives in marriage in two ceremonies. The couple was married August 7, 2015 at Church of the Magdalen Catholic Church in Wichita. Friar Sam Brand officiated. The couple renewed their vows August 29, 2015 at Warren, Mi. Katherine is the daughter of Keith Alan and Sharon Marie Armbruster of Livonia, Mi. and the granddaughter of Donald Lock and the late Mary Lock, and the late Gerald Armbruster and the late Arlene Armbruster of Michigan. Brian is the son of Danny and Roberta Skinner of Hugoton and the grandson of Vernetta Romme and the late Robert F. Romme of Liberal and Annie Skinner and the late Arthur Kay Skinner of Hugoton. Serving as maid of honor at the Wichita ceremony was Ashley Bonnette, friend of the bride. Leah Mundy of Philadelphia, Pa., friend of the bride, served as maid of honor for the Warren ceremony. Bridesmaids included Kristina Baxendale of Livonia, Mallery Duling from Wichita and Nikki Cochran of Wichita, all friends of the bride. Brian’s best man was Quincey Winings from El Dorado, friend of the groom. Groomsmen were friends of the groom Aaron Lulf of Derby, Jay Mueller from Hugoton and David Hawk of Liberal. Ushers for the Michigan ceremony were Joey Armbruster, brother of the bride and Mike Burch, friend of the bride. The Wichita reception took place at the Oeno Wine Bar. Danny and Roberta Skinner hosted a reception for the couple on their farm October 24, 2015. The bride is a fifth grade teacher for Wichita Public Schools, and the groom is an electrician with A&H Electric in Wichita. The couple plans to make their home in Wichita.

Wish Carolyn a happy seventy-fifth Carolyn Langley’s family will be hosting a birthday celebration in honor of Carolyn’s seventy-fifth birthday Sunday, January 31 at the First Christian Church from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. No presents are requested, but cards are welcome. Everyone is invited to wish Carolyn a very happy birthday! Happy birthday Carolyn, from your kids, grandkids and great grandkids!

P lease Adopt Me! Dalton enjoys playing sports, outdoor activities, and animals. Dalton participates in football, basketball, and baseball. He excels in football and practices really hard to improve his skills. Dalton also enjoys hunting and riding four-wheelers. Dalton states his favorite class is science because he likes to do the experiments and hands-on activities. He has aspirations of joining the Army someday. Dalton is a caring and sweet young man. He often helps adults by carrying things for them and cleaning. He enjoys cooking and likes to help adults cook when he

Dalton, age 14 can. Dalton needs a patient family that can provide consistent boundaries, expectations, and structure. He states he would like a family that will respect him and are “good people”. To learn more about adoption visit www.adoptkskids.org or call 877-457-5430. Dalton’s case number is CH-5118.

Interim Dean of the UND School of Graduate Studies Wayne Swisher, Ph.D. Closing remarks were given by SMHS Associate Professor Eric Johnson, M.D., medical director for the SMHS Department of Physician Assistant Studies. “The presentation of the white coat is symbolic of the new profession the students are entering,” said Department Chair Jeanie McHugo, Ph.D., PA-C. The coats will be worn by students through the clinical phase of their training and denote their involvement with the Physician Assistant Program at UND. The individuals in this class come from a wide variety of professional health-care disciplines, which through class interaction will strengthen each student’s ability to return to his or her rural clinical site as a well-rounded primary care provider.

The PA Program admits health professionals who have years of experience working as nurses, respiratory therapists, radiology technologists, paramedics, military health care providers and related professions. This group averages nine years of previous professional health-care experience upon matriculation into the program. Enrolled students come from throughout the United States, from Utah to Virginia, but this particular class is very regional, with 61 percent of the students from the tristate area of North Dakota, South Dakota and Minnesota. Students range in age from 23 to 54 years, with an average age of 33; the class includes 11 men and 22 women. Students have completed their first two semesters of basic sciences and now will spend their first four weeks

in Grand Forks before returning to their home communities, where most of their training will take place under the supervision of physician and physician assistant preceptors. Over the next 18 months, they will return to UND for several weeks at different junctures for education and training. For more information, please contact the PA program at 701-777-2344, or visit www.med.und.edu/ physicianassistant/.

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AAA urges safe winter driving habits Dangerous winter storms and bad weather are a factor in nearly half a million crashes and more than two thousand road deaths every winter, according to the latest research by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. As the current winter storms sweep across the country, AAA is urging motorists to be prepared and to remain cautious if driving. “It’s no secret that wet and snow covered roads are more dangerous” says AAA spokesperson Jennifer Haugh “But the latest research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety really paints a new picture of just how many lives are lost as a result”. Almost half (about 46 percent) of crashes involving bad weather take place in the winter, making this the worst time of year for driving. The highest proportion of crashes involving bad weather happen overnight from 6:00 PM until 5:59 AM, when visibility is limited and roads are most likely to freeze. Previous research also has found that the rates of fatal crashes are higher during the first snowfall of the year than on subsequent days with snow. “Even though Kansas is not expected to get the brunt of the storm, it could wreak havoc on the roadways and drivers with a false sense of security because of lesser accumulations may be at greater risk” Haugh added. The new AAA Foundation research report (Motor Vehicle Crashes, Injuries and Deaths in Relation to Weather C o n d i t i o n s ) , analyzed bad weather and crashes throughout the year. The study found that rain, snow, sleet and fog are a factor in more than 1.1 million police-reported crashes, 425,000 injuries and 5,100 traffic deaths per year. The average crash data for various types of bad weather includes: Crash Data in table at top right The study did uncover surprising news. Crashes in bad weather are generally less severe than crashes taking place in clear weather. For example, crashes that occur on snow-covered roads result in 31 percent fewer injuries per crash and 47 percent fewer fatalities per crash than on dry roads. While the new study was unable to examine the impact of bad weather on

the risk of being involved in a crash in the first place, other studies have found that rates of all types of crashes generally increase in bad weather, but that the increases in minor crashes are larger than the increases in more severe crashes. AAA recommends the following eight tips to remain safe while driving in snowy and icy conditions: • Stay home. If you really don’t have to go out, don’t. Even if you can drive well in the snow, not everyone else can. Don’t tempt fate. • Drive slowly. Everything takes longer on snow-covered roads. Accelerating, stopping, turning – give yourself time to maneuver by driving slowly. • Accelerate and decelerate slowly. Apply the gas slowly to regain traction and avoid skids. Don’t try to get moving in a hurry and take time to slow down for a stoplight. Remember: It takes longer to slow down on icy roads. • Increase your following distance to eight to ten seconds. This increased margin of safety will provide the longer distance needed if you have to stop. • Know your brakes. Whether you have antilock brakes or not, keep the heel of your foot on the floor and use the ball of your foot to apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. • Don’t stop if you can avoid it. There’s a big difference in the amount of inertia it takes to start moving from a full stop versus how much it takes to get moving while still rolling. If you can slow down enough to keep rolling until a traffic light changes, do it. • Don’t power up hills. Applying extra gas on snowcovered roads just starts your wheels spinning. Try to get a little inertia going before you reach the hill and let that inertia carry you to the top. As you reach the crest of the hill, reduce your speed and proceed downhill slowly. • Don’t stop going up a hill. There’s nothing worse than trying to get moving up a hill on an icy road. Get some inertia going on a flat roadway before you take on the hill. Far too many drivers become stranded on the roadside this time of year. AAA handles an average of

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Relay For Life Spot Light Coaches vs Cancer is February 5 at the Hugoton High School basketball games! This is basically an awareness night for cancer. The National Honor Society and Relay For Life Committee partner up to put this event on! They will recognize cancer survivors, as well as recognize the Hugoton and Scott City communities for being successful Relayers. There will also be a 50/50 Donation Drawing. Change will be collected in the stands by the cheerleaders and drill team. In addition, we will have a bake sale in the concession stand area. Please join us this night as our community stands once again united in the fight against cancer by raising funds for a cure!!

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Friday, January 29

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Stephanie Morris and Christopher Heger were united in marriage February 2, 1991 at Seven Dolars Catholic Church in Manhattan. They are the proud parents of Christian, a freshman at Washburn University; Kathryn, a junior at Hugoton High School; Gavin, an

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CHURCH OF CHRIST 1045 S. Van Buren Church: 544-2825 Home: 453-0965 Lee Rottman 1041 S. Van Buren Wednesday - 7:00 p.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Evening Service - 6:00 p.m.

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS 520 E. First 544-2125 Sacrament - 9:00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Priesthood - 11:00 a.m.

CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 500 S. Van Buren 544-2493 Pastor Dave Piper Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:45 a.m. Evening Services - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.

FAITH CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST Tenth and Jefferson Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Bible Band (Tuesday) - 6:00 p.m. Home and Forn. Miss. (Friday) - 6:00 p.m. Youth - 6:00 p.m. Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.

FAITH LUTHERAN Tenth and Adams 544-2092 Kurt Hering, Pastor Morning Worship - 9:00 a.m.

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 600 S. Van Buren - 544-2715 Pastor Heath Kelley Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Fellowship - 10:15 - 10:30 a.m. Worship Hour - 10:30 - 12:00 Children's Church, 10:30 a.m. Jr. High Youth Group, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Sr. High Youth Group, 7:45-9:00 p.m. Information on small groups call 544-2715

FIRST CHURCH OF GOD 801 W. City Limits 544-2652 Israel Franco, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Evening Service - 6:30 p.m. Call 544-2652 for Church Bus

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH 544-2355 516 N.E. Avenue Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Worship Service - 10:45 a.m. Rev. Larry Bradford, Interim Pastor 544-9492 or 598-2400 YOU ARE WELCOME!

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 828 S. Main Hugoton 544-8715 Reverend Rebecca Davison, Pastor Wednesday Praise! Kids - 3:45 p.m. Wednesday Jr. High Youth Fellowship - 5:30 p.m. Wednesday Sr. High Youth Fellowship - 7:00 p.m. Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. HugotonUMC.com

HUGOTON BAPTIST CHURCH Eighth and Main 544-2210 506 East Eighth - 544-2295 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 6:30 p.m.

LONE STAR FRIENDS CHURCH 14 Miles East of Hugoton on Highway 51 Church 624-3784 Home 624-3104 Pastor Gary Damron Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Contemporary Worship Celebration - 10:45 a.m. Jr. High & Sr. High Youth Group - Sunday 6:30 p.m. Sunday Evening Fellowship - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Adult Study - 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wednesday - 8:00 p.m. Christian Life Club (age 2 - 18) - 6:30 p.m.

MY FATHER’S HOUSE A Full Gospel Church 207 East 6th - Hugoton Pam Peachey, Pastor 544-2436 Services Sundays 10:30 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.

PRIMERO BAUTISTA IGLESIA HISPANO Congregación 618 Main sur - Hugoton 620-370-1003 Pastor Marcelino Auila Servicio de la Iglesia 11:00 a.m. - Domingo 7:00 p.m. - Miércoles

RIVER OF LIFE CHURCH (formerly Lighthouse Fellowship) 424 S. Jackson 544-4828 Don Quattlebum, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Sunday Church - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday - 7:00 p.m.

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MOSCOW MOSCOW BAPTIST CHURCH 598-2455 Church 1 mile S. of Moscow, 1/2 mile E. of Moscow/Hooker Rd. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 p.m. Team Kids (Wed.) - 3:30-5:00p.m. Sept.-May Pastor Sean Schraeder

MOSCOW UNITED METHODIST 598-2426 Tim McCrary, Pastor 598-2421 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Kid’s Club - Wednesday 3:30 p.m. UMYF Jr. High - 6:00 p.m. UMYF Sr. High - 5:00 p.m.

ROLLA EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH 202 Monroe St. - Rolla, Ks. 67954 Henry McGuire, Pastor 593-4693 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening, AWANA’s - 6:45 p.m.

ROLLA PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH Corner of Third and Adams, Rolla Marcus Light, Pastor Church - 593-4626, Parsonage - 593-4796 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Worship - 11:00 a.m. Wednesday night meal - 6:00 p.m.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ROLLA - RICHFIELD 593-4596 or 593-4781 Buzz Lambrecht, Pastor Rolla Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Youth Groups - 5:00 p.m. Richfield Morning Worship - 9:15 a.m. Sunday School - 10:30 a.m.

eighth grader at Hugoton Middle School; and Griffin, a fourth grader at Hugoton Elementary School. Congratulatory cards may be sent to Mr. and Mrs. Heger at 1311 Road L, Hugoton, Ks. 67951.

School Board Continued from page 1 year since 2012. For the past six years the Rec has not received any program fees. Tom informed the board of some recent projects that have been completed. The projects were the restroom and consession facilities at Parsons Field and the plaground at Parsons Field for the younger children. Tom also told the board Citizens State Bank donated two new scoreboards to the Recreation for Hartley Field and Legends Field. This will allow the Rec to donate the existing scoreboard from Legends field to the high school baseball field. The Rec will have to order new football helmets as after ten years the inside shell becomes loose and uninsurable. Currently the Rec is in a hold program because of the loss of money from the decline in mils. The Rec used to do lease to buy. But later they put extra money into CDs for when they needed to buy something they could pay cash. Currently the Rec is using the

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CDs because their revenue for the year is $500,000 and the budget is $600,000. They will continue to work to cut their budget. The Hugoton Learning Academy presented some of the ESL class members. The students got up in front of the board and informed them of their progress and what they were doing in class. One student has finished her class and no longer needs a translator. One student is taking college classes through the high school. Some of the students were making hats and leggings from old sweaters for presents for their children as an economic class. They showed the board some of their work. The board briefly talked about the KASB Recommended Policy Updates. The board discussed Strategic Planning. They will discuss it more at the Monday meeting when Paula and Dettra are present. The Board of Education Walk-Throughs are planned for Wednesday January 27. The group will meet for walk

throughs at the district office at 8:30 a.m. then start the walk through at 9:00 a.m. at the ECDC. The board discussed the 2015-2016 calendar conflict. The last day of the school year was set at May 19. The calendar sent out during enrollment said May 18. The board decided to do May 18 and if there are any snow days it might change to May 19. Superintendent Adrian Howie gave a short report through a conference call. He briefly talked about the legislative session and what it means for the district. The board approved minutes from the December 14, 2015 and January 5, 2016 minutes. Also approved were the district financial reports. The board accepted the resignation of Mr. John Girodat at the end of the 2015-2016 school year and the resignation of Carmen Cifuentes. The meeting adjourned.

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Congratulations All-Tournament Athletes!

Lady Eagle Amy Scott was named to the All-Tournament Team during the Sterling Tournament this past week. Amy also won the three-point shooting contest.

Hugoton’s Katy Heger earned a spot on the AllTournament Team thanks to her efforts at the Sterling Tournament last week.

Hugoton boys show their enthusiasm after winning the championship at the Forty-fourth Annual Sterling tournament this past week. The boys rocketed past Smoky Valley in the first

round, then went on to beat Beloit in the semi-finals. The Eagles faced Southeast of Saline in the final round, and ended up with a ten point win, 69-59.

The Hugoton Eagles completed their trip to Sterling and won the forty-fourth Sterling Invitational Tournament championship. The Eagles competed against Southeast of Saline in the title game. The Eagles struck early and often against Southeast of Saline to take an early lead in the opening moments of the game Friday, January 22. The Eagles were up 9-5 after only two minutes into the game. Hugoton lengthened their lead over Southeast of Saline Trojans to 27-15 by the end of the first period. The Eagles’ offense and defense stayed strong throughout the game. Hugoton increased their lead to 15 points with 4:50 left in the second quarter. By the end of the first half, Hugoton had the lead over the Trojans by the score of 43-27. Southeast of Saline had a run against Hugoton after the

we are playing pretty cohesive as a group. We are starting to really gel as a team and our players are starting to understand and accept their roles. One of the great things about this team is that we have six guys averaging between 6-15 points and it makes it pretty hard for our

HHS boys named Sterling tourney champs break at the half. The Trojans scratched their way back into the game and they were able to tie the game at 47 points. However, the Eagles fought back with a five point run to put the game back on their side once again. The Eagles outscored Southeast of Saline in the final quarter of play scoring 22 points to the Trojans' ten points to win the championship trophy. The final score was Hugoton over Southeast of Saline 69-59. Parker Titus led the Eagles with 21 points, and that included shooting ten for 13 from the free throw line. Zack Leininger added 18 points and 13 rebounds for the Eagles. Wade Heger scored 14 points and had two steals for Hugoton. Tony Kinser and Colby Korf scored six and five points, respectively. Tyler Goode added three points, while Alex Gonzales scored two for Hugoton. Coach Korf said, "I think

opponents to stop. Different guys seem to step up each night and make plays that help us win." The Eagles’ next game is at home Friday, January 29 at 8:00 p.m. against Guymon. It is the Hugoton Eagles' Homecoming game.

Parker Titus waits for teammate Zack Leininger to set up a screen on an opponent.

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Parker Titus and Zack Leininger were both named to the All-Tournament Team at the Sterling Tournament last week. Both boys are members of the winning Hugoton Eagles team.

Sports Schedule Thursday, January 28 MS Boys’ Basketball 7A/8A vs Ulysses at 4:00 p.m.; 7B/8B at 5:00 p.m. Friday, January 29 HS Wrestling Varsity at Garden City at 10:00 a.m. 2016 Winter Homecoming HS Basketball vs Guymon - Boys’/Girls’ JV at 4:45 p.m. Boys’ C/ Girls’ JV at 6:00 p.m.; Boys’ V/ Girls’ C at 8:00 p.m. Saturday, January 30 HS V Wrestling at Garden City

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The Hugoton Lady Eagles competed in the Championship game against the Sterling Black Bears Friday, January 22. The game was hosted at Sterling College and was the culmination of the Third Annual Sterling Girls’ Invitational. Sterling started off the game by leading the Lady Eagles by a nine to five point advantage after only two minutes of play. The Lady Black Bears continued throughout the first period to lengthen their lead over Hugoton. By the end of the first quarter, Sterling was ahead by the score of 23 - 13. The Lady Eagles remained scoreless during the first two minutes of the second quarter. Meanwhile, Sterling continued their scoring barrage and had 35 points at the 3 minute mark of the second period while Hugoton was limited to only 18 points. The Eagles ended up closing the gap by the end of the first half and trailed Sterling by the tally of 41-27. Hugoton came out after the half and tried to get back into the game. However. despite the Lady Eagles’ best efforts, they couldn’t take back the lead. Sterling increased their lead to 24 points as the game went into the final quarter. Sterling played a great

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game pressing the Eagles and converting their shots. This night was surely in their favor. The Hugoton Lady Eagles made a valiant effort, yet they fell short to Sterling. The final score was Sterling Lady Black Bears with 72 points to the Hugoton Lady Eagles with 47 points. A second place finish in a week long tournament away from home should be commended. The top scorer for the Lady Eagles was Amy Scott with 15 points. Katy Heger added 13 points for the Lady Eagles. Laney Hoskinson and Dallie Hoskinson scored seven and

five points for Hugoton, respectively. Brooklyn Harper and Johanna Rawlins each scored two points for Hugoton, while Jackie Armendariz added one point. Coach Gillen said, "I am not someone who thinks a loss is ever a good thing. I do think losing is part of the game sometimes and when it does happen you have to learn from it and move on." The Hugoton Lady Eagles play their next game Friday, January 29 at 6:30 p.m. It is the Lady Eagles' Homecoming game.

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Eagles win over Smoky Valley The Hugoton Eagles opened up the tournament at Sterling by defeating Smoky Valley with a 24 point decision. The Eagles played their game Monday, January 18. The first quarter of play was very even as both teams kept pace with each other. The Eagles ended up outscoring Smoky Valley by only one point during the opening period. The score at the end of the first quarter was Hugoton with 12 points to Smoky Valley with 11 points. The next quarter had Hugoton doubling their scoring effort as compared to the points for Smoky Valley. The Vikings scored 13 points,

while the Eagles had an impressive 26 points. The score going into the break at half was Hugoton with 38 points to 24 points for Smoky Valley. After the break, the Eagles’ scoring did not stop as they surpassed the 20 point barrier for the second quarter in a row. The Eagles outscored the Vikings by ten points during the third period of play. The score going into the fourth quarter was Hugoton in the lead with 59 points and Smoky Valley with 35 points. The final period had Hugoton and Smoky Valley trading basket for basket. Both teams scored 15 points

during the fourth quarter. Hugoton won over Smoky Valley by the score of 74-50. The Eagles had secured their spot in the second round of the Sterling Invitational to be played Thursday, January 21 against Beloit. The leading scorer for the Eagles was Manuel Mendez with 14 points. Parker Titus and Tony Kinser scored 12 and 11 points, respectively. Wade Heger and Zack Leininger both scored ten points each. Colby Korf added six points for his team. Tyler Goode and Alex Gonzales each had four points, while Garrett Hamlin scored three points for the Eagles.

Amy Freeman directs Hugoton’s pep band while they play during a recent home game.

Eagles defeat Trojans at Sterling tourney The Hugoton Eagles defeated the Beloit Trojans in the second round of the winner's bracket at the Sterling invitational Tournament by the score of 52-44. The Eagles and Trojans squared off against each other at Sterling College Thursday, January 21 to see which team would advance to the finals of the tournament. The first quarter of the game was very close. The Eagles ended up leading over the Trojans by the score of 15-12 at the end of the first period

of play. Fifteen points was the standard for scoring for Hugoton as they were able to once again score that many points in the second period. The Eagles seemed to be playing from the start of the game to the finish in a strong manner. The Eagles' defense held the highly-touted Beloit Trojans to only 11 points in the second period. The score going into the break at half was the Eagles with 30 points to the Trojans who were held to only 23 points.

The Lady Eagles showcase their defensive skills during a recent home game. HHS’s girls’ team ended up with second at the Sterling tournament last week.

HHS girls squeak out win over Beloit The Hugoton Lady Eagles played their second round on the winners’ side of the bracket at the Sterling Invitational Tournament against Beloit Thursday, January 21. The game took place in Sterling at the Ora Shields Center. The opening quarter of play was played closely and the team leading at the end of the first period was only ahead by two points. The Lady Eagles led by the score of 13-11 going into the second quarter. Beloit increased their point production in the second quarter. The Lady Trojans scored 22 points in the period right before the break at half. Hugoton scored 12 points during the same period of time. The score going into the break at half was the Beloit Lady Trojans with 33 points and the Hugoton Lady Eagles with 25 points. After the half, the Lady Eagles took to the court and outscored Beloit in the second half by a margin of a

dozen points. Hugoton pushed their way through the third quarter outscoring their opponent by two points. In the next quarter, Hugoton clinched the game by overpowering Beloit and scoring ten more points in the final period of play. The Hugoton Lady Eagles defeated the Beloit Lady Trojans by the final score of 64-60. The victory clinched the Lady Eagles spot in the championship game Friday night against the Sterling Lady Black Bears. Amy Scott led the Lady Eagles with 24 points. Katy Heger and Dallie Hoskinson scored 19 and 15 points, respectively. Brooklyn Harper added four points, while JoHanna Rawlins contributed two points. Coach Gillen said, "The girls showed some toughness to be able to come back from being down 13 points. This is the first time this season we have been down by double figures and I thought the girls responded nicely."

The second half was very close as both teams scored on a very even keel as Hugoton only outscored the Trojans by one point for the last two periods of play. The Eagles outscored Beloit ten to nine in the third quarter, while the fourth quarter had both teams matching in points with a dozen points each. The Hugoton Eagles defeated Beloit by the score of 52-44. The victory had Hugoton claiming their spot in the Championship game of the tournament against Southeast Saline. The leading scorer for the Eagles was Parker Titus with 14 points and four steals. Wade Heger and Zack Leininger scored 13 and 12 points for the Eagles, respectively. Tony Kinser added seven points, while Colby Korf contributed six points to the Eagles' total. Coach Korf said, "We definitely came out with a lot of intensity tonight and were

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Lady Eagles play at Sterling The Hugoton Lady Eagles started the week long tournament in Sterling Monday, January 18 with a game against Trinity Catholic. Hugoton won decisively by the score of 63-30. The Lady Eagles scored 13 points in both the first and second quarters of the opening game of the Sterling Invitational Tournament. This scoring outbreak put them up over Trinity Catholic who only scored 18 points in the first half. The Hugoton Lady Eagles ended up going into the half with an eight point lead. The score at the half was Hugoton with 26 points to Trinity Catholic with 18 points. After the half, Hugoton doubled up on their opponent in their first round game, scoring 20 points to Trinity Catholic who had only ten points. The third quarter had the Lady Eagles comfortably in the lead by the score of 4628. The Lady Eagles did not just wait for the game to end with a victory. They kept their defense strong and also had the offense producing points throughout the fourth quarter. Impressively, Hugoton outscored Trinity Catholic by a 17-2 margin during the last period of play. The Hugoton Lady Eagles defeated Trinity Catholic by the final score of 63-30. Now, the Lady Eagles awaited their next game against Beloit Thursday, January 21. The top scorer for the Lady

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able to sustain it for much of the game. Beloit is a really good team with some great shooters and we challenged our guys to turn it up on the defensive end and not allow their shooters any open looks. I feel we did a great job of that and had overall our best defensive game of the year."

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Eagles was Katy Heger with 20 points. Amy Scott had 19 points for her team. Dallie Hoskinson and Brooklyn Harper scored ten and seven points, respectively. Laney Hoskinson scored five points, while Rebecca Johnson scored two points.

Laney Hoskinson lunges for the basketball during a recent game against Ulysses.

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Winners of the Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship hold up their certificates

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The Knights of Columbus hosted their 2016 Free Throw Championship Sunday, January 24 at the Hugoton High School’s West Gym. The event is divided by age, and kids from age four through 14 lined up to take their shots that afternoon. Winners included Erynn Cantrell in the four to eight year old division; Isaac Martin and Ella Beesley in the nine-year-old division; Isaac Moreland and Hailey Van Beekum in the tenyear-old division; Ryle Riddlesperger and Cami Maravilla in the elevenyear-old division; Cade Mecklenberg in the twelveyear-old division, and Damian Lewis in the fourteen-year-old division. To find out more about the event, contact Will Schnittker at 620-544-2963.

Governor proclaims National School Choice Week Governer Sam Brownback proclaims “Kansas School Choice Week” as the Sunflower State enjoys more school choice than ever before. National School Choice Week began January 24 in Kansas and across the country. There are 103 events planned in the Sunflower State to raise awareness about K-12 school choice, and 16,140 events nationwide.

The events in Kansas, which are independently planned and independently funded, include everything from information sessions and open houses at schools to rallies, policy discussions and movie screenings organized by community groups. Governor Sam Brownback and county leaders from Cloud, Johnson and Marion counties have issued official proclamations recognizing January 24-30, 2016 as “School Choice Week”. “Kansas families now enjoy more K-12 education choices for their children than they have in the past,” said Andrew R. Campanella, president of National School Choice Week. “National School Choice Week will shine a positive spotlight on these options so that more

parents can learn about the opportunities available to their kids.” With a goal of raising public awareness of effective education options for children, National School Choice Week will be the largest celebration of education options in US history. School Choice options available for Kansas families • According to National School Choice Week’s organizers, families in Kansas can use the Week to look for K-12 schools for the 2016-2017 school year. Parents in the Sunflower State can choose from the following education options for their children: traditional public schools, public charter schools, magnet schools, online academies, private schools and homeschooling. In some

parts of the state, open enrollment policies allow parents to select the best traditional public school, regardless of where the school is located. The state also has a program allowing qualifying children, in some cases, to receive scholarships to attend private schools. About National School Choice Week National School Choice Week is an independent public awareness effort spotlighting effective education options for children, including traditional public schools, public charter schools, magnet schools, private schools, online learning and homeschooling. The Week runs from January 24-30, 2016. For more information, visit www.schoolchoiceweek.com.

Second nine weeks Honor Roll is announced Hugoton Middle School has released the names on the second nine weeks’ Honor Roll. Students named to the Eagle Honor Roll in eighth grade were Jenna Beesley, Sydney Beesley, Trevor Bogan, Magdalena Cabrera, Alondra Camacho, Austin Dale, Daniel Fraire, Frances Gaskill, Gavin Heger, Alexis Jays, Jonathan Mancera, Tiffany Mangels, Mikayla Martin, Toby McClure and Damaris Sanchez.

Seventh grade students on the Eagle Honor Roll were Wyatt Angell, Jacob Bell, Kynna Crawford, Grace Gibson, Rafael Guereque, McKenna Hamlin, Millyzient McClure, Molly McClure, Damian Mendez and Marisa Saucedo. The students making the Red & White Honor Roll for the eighth grade were Haley Crane, Drake Knier, Brianna Mangels, Jayden Salazar, Terron Stegman and Ashley Swafford.

Seventh grade students named to the Red & White Honor Roll were Jordyn Beard, Victoria Bryan, Rolanda Gerber and Gillian Heger. Honorable Mention went to eighth graders Janette Bojorquez, Shelby Brechbuhler and Jenna Martin and seventh graders Chay Burnett, Logan Goetzinger, Melissa Gonzalez, Logan Moodie, Nicole Piper, Karina Rodriguez and Jadon Teeter.

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The first Semester Honor Rolls for Hugoton Middle School have been released. Students named to the Eagle Honor Roll for eighth grade were Jenna Beesley, Sydney Beesley, Trevor Bogan, Magdalena Cabrera, Austin Dale, Daniel Fraire, Frances Gaskill, Gavin Heger, Alexis Jays, Jonathan Mancera, Tiffany Mangels, Mikayla Martin, Toby McClure and Damaris Sanchez.

Seventh grade students named to the Eagle Honor Roll were Jacob Bell, Grace Gibson, Rafael Guereque, McKenna Hamlin, Gillian Heger, Millyzient McClure, Molly McClure and Damian Mendez. Red & White Honor Roll students were eighth graders Laramie Brecheisen, Alondra Camacho, Drake Knier, Brianna Mangels and Jenna Martin and seventh graders Wyatt

Angell, Jordan Beard, Chay Burnett, Kynna Crawford, Rolanda Gerber, Logan Moodie and Marisa Saucedo. Honorable Mention went to eighth graders Shelby Brechbuhler, Haley Crane, Gabriela Lopez, Terron Stegman and Ashley Swafford and seventh graders Victoria Bryan, Ana Cruz, Logan Goetzinger, Riggs Martin, Karina Rodriguez and Jadon Teeter.

MUSEUM UPDATE from The Stevens County Gas & Historical Museum Beulah Carter, Curator Heather McCrary and Billy Woodworth

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Irvin Hancock purchased this organ which originally belonged to Gladys Renfro. He then Irvin Hancock attended the auction of Gladys Renfro, former curator of the Stevens County Gas and Historical Museum. While there, he purchased an antique organ manufactured by the Kansas Organ Company, located in Leavenworth. He then donated the organ to the

donated the antique musical instrument to the Museum, saying this is where it belongs.

Museum, saying that is where Gladys’ musical instrument belonged. This organ can be seen displayed at the Museum. The Kansas Organ Company was in production until 1887. They hand-made exclusively parlor and chapel reed organs.

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.

Free e-file income tax preparation available Free E-File income tax preparation help will be available at sites across Kansas starting Monday, January 25. One of the largest sites will be at the Docking State Office Building, 915 SW Harrison St., Room 163. The assistance sites are a partnership between the Kansas Department of Revenue and the Internal Revenue Service’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program, called VITA. Community IRS trained and certified volunteers will be on site to help complete electronically filed Federal and State individual income tax returns and limited Kansas Homestead Claims & Property Tax Relief Claims. The program offers tax help to low- and moderate-income people, generally earning $51,000 or less, who cannot prepare their own tax returns. The volunteer tax preparers can help with special credits, such as Earned Income Tax Credit, Child Tax Credit and Credit for the Elderly or the Disabled for which some filers may qualify. The Docking site will be open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday through the April 15 filing deadline. AARP Kansas also offers Tax-Aide through the IRSsponsored Tax Counseling for the Elderly program at additional sites throughout Kansas. Those sites provide free tax help to seniors. Items taxpayers should

bring with them to have their tax returns prepared include: • A copy of last year’s federal and state income tax return, if they have one • Photo identification for the taxpayer and their spouse • Birth dates and social security cards, or a social security letter with the full number, for the taxpayer, spouse and any children in the household born before December 31, 2013 • Wage and earning statements such as W-2 forms from all employers, W-2G gambling income, and 1099(R) from pension, annuity, retirement or profit-sharing plans, IRAs, and insurance contract distributions, interest and dividend statements from banks (form1099 INT), unemployment insurance benefit statements received any time in 2012 (1099-G), and all other 1098 and 1099 forms • Statements received from a mortgage company during 2013 • College expense information for college students • Other relevant information about income and expenses such as total amount paid for day care and the day care provider's federal identifying number, and any notices sent to the taxpayer by the IRS in 2012 • Workers with Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers (ITINS) should bring the ITIN card sent to them by the IRS • Those wanting to use direct deposit for their refund

should bring a check from the account where they want the money deposited Due to changes in the law, renters should be aware that they are no longer eligible for a Homestead Claim. The Food Sales Tax credit is also now non-refundable so it does not generate a refund beyond the amount of taxes owed. Both spouses must be present to sign the required forms if they are filing jointly and bank routing numbers and account numbers must be provided to have the refund deposited directly into a checking or savings account. The department’s yearround Taxpayer Assistance Center is located in room 150 of the Docking Building. It also offers Kansas income tax return and homestead claim assistance and is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. No appointment is required at either location, assistance is provided on first come first served basis. For more information, call the Kansas Department of Revenue, 785-368-8222. To locate the nearest VITA site, call 1-800-906-9887. A list of AARP Kansas Tax-Aide sites is available by calling 1888-227-7669. A listing of times, locations and services offered for Shawnee County is available at http://www. shawnee.ksu.edu/. Submitted by the Kansas Department of Revenue.

Unexpected benefits of buying local Though consumers no doubt understand how buying from local merchants can benefit those merchants, few may grasp just how beneficial buying local can be to their entire communities. In 2012, Civic Economics, an economic analysis and strategic planning firm, analyzed data from 15 independent retailers and seven independent restaurants, all located in Salt Lake City, comparing those businesses’ local eco-

nomic impact with four national retailer chains and three national restaurant chains. The study found that the local retailers returned 52 percent of their revenue to the local economy, a figure that dwarfed the revenue returned by the national chains, which returned just 14 percent of revenue to the local economy. Restaurants provided an even bigger boost to local economies, returning 79 percent of their revenue

compared to just 30 percent for the national chain restaurants. The reasons for these disparities include local businesses spending more on local labor and relying more heavily on local service providers. So while buying local may be more convenient and eco-friendly, it also can greatly benefit local economies. Submitted by Metro Editorial Services.

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Jackie Fisher, the daughter of Ray and Susie Richardson, donated her dad's book collection and her mother's CD collection jointly to the Byrd Prewitt Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and to the Colonel John Seward Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution as part of our effort to provide books for the Veterans Administration Hospital in Amarillo, Tx. Over 500 books were donated by Jackie Fisher and were carried to Amarillo by Larry Creamer, one of the volunteer drivers who take Veterans from this area to Amarillo for medical treatment. The people there really appreciated the books. Larry took the CD collection to the Liberal Senior Center in Liberal. He said he had hardly set them down when people were sorting through them to see which they wanted to play first. If you have books you would like to donate, please box them and call Robert Caraway at 620-482-2371 for either the SAR or DAR.

Pictured above are the books and CDs donated by Jackie Fisher.

Larry Creamer displays some of the books donated by Jackie Fisher.

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Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce News The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce salutes auto supply and repair businesses

Uptown Autobody

Uptown Autobody opened up for business in 1989 at their location at 624 S. Monroe. They have three specially trained employees who do autobody repair and autoglass replacement.

Ghumm’s Auto Center Ghumm’s Auto Center opened for business in 2009 at 531 S. Jackson Street. They have 12 employees. Engine repairs, brake jobs, alignments and oil changes are among the services they provide. They sell and install batteries, auto accessories and windshields. Ghumm’s can also do auto window tinting.

Southwest Kansas Sales LLC

Southwest Kansas Sales located at 528 S. Main Street opened up for business in Hugoton in 2006. Carquest employs five people in the store. They sell automotive items, tools, auto accessories and engine parts. Verizon Wireless also has an office in the store which sells and services cell phones.

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Napa opened their doors in 2011 at 601 S. Jackson. One of their five employees will be glad to help you with auto and truck parts and accessories or tools of all kinds.

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It is for sure you all know, with the beginning of the new year, it is again time to think about the accomplishments and selfless acts of many in Stevens County. In an effort to acknowledge these individuals, the Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce would like to invite the citizens of Stevens County to make nominations for Citizen of the Year and Lifetime Achieve-

ment awards for 2015. These awards will be presented to the honored recipients at the Chamber’s Annual Banquet in April 2016. Anyone who is a resident of Stevens County can make a nomination for either of these two awards. Nomination forms are available at the Chamber Office or you can download the form from the Economic Development/

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Mick’s C & A Automotive LLC opened their doors for business in 2013. They are located at 1404 S. Industrial Street. C&A is a familyoriented business which includes three employees. They do engine repair, exhaust systems, full service oil changes, full brake service and sell and install batteries. They also install lift kits and springs.

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Camera Club meets in January The Hugoton Area Camera Club met Thursday evening January 21 at the Hugoton Senior Center. Since the club did not meet in December, pictures were judged for December. Susan Willis won first, second and third place for her Christmas themed photos. The January photos judged were for cemetery art. Clyde Lighty's tombstone pictures with the horse took first place, Susan Willis had second place with the Lord's

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Clyde Lighty’s tombstone picture with the horse wins him a first place at the Camera Club for Janaury.

Susan Willis wins second place with the Lord's Prayer at the January meeting of the Camera Club.

American Red Cross expresses an emergency need for blood donors tients at about 2,600 hospitals and transfusion centers nationwide. Blood is needed to respond to patient emergencies, including accident and burn victims, heart surgery and organ transplant patients, and those receiving treatment for leukemia, cancer or sickle cell disease. Blood is needed to respond to patient emergencies, including accident and burn victims, heart surgery and organ transplant patients, and those receiving treatment for leukemia, cancer or sickle cell disease. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental consent in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements. Blood donors can now save time at their next donation by using RapidPass to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, from a home or work computer prior to arriving at the blood drive. To get started and learn more, visit redcross blood.org/RapidPass and follow the instructions on the site. Submitted by the American Red Cross.

Secretary Kobach announced before the House Elections Committee Monday, January 25 his office has filed six voter fraud prosecutions since July 2015 when his office was granted prosecutorial authority to prosecute election crimes, pursuant to a law enacted by the Kansas Legislature during the 2015 legislative session. The prosecutions have been conducted utilizing existing resources and without hiring additional staff. Of the six cases filed, the Kansas Secretary of State has already obtained one conviction through a guilty plea; the other five are ongoing. To further ensure the integrity of Kansas elections the Kansas Secretary of State's Office has drafted and introduced a bill that would require postelection audits for all elections, starting July 1, 2017. The bill would require a percentage of precincts or a percentage of districts to be manually audited after Election Day and prior to the meeting of the county board of canvassers. The audit will be conducted by a bi-partisan election board in a public setting which may be at-

tended by authorized poll agents. It also will give the Secretary of State the authority to adopt rules and regulations governing the conduct and procedure of the audit. The Secretary of State will work with a group of county election officers prior to the adoption of rules and regulations. Secretary Kobach supports the auditing of election equipment and believes this bill will improve citizens' confidence in the elections process. Secretary Kobach stated: "Last year some individuals and some editorial pages demanded that my office allow private parties to audit election equipment, despite the fact that Kansas law clearly prohibited such audits. While I support auditing our election equipment, no personal policy preference entitles an executive official to override the law. I am therefore now proposing a Post-Election Audit Bill (RS 2898) to require post-election auditing of our voting equipment in all 105 counties. I am hopeful that the Legislature will concur and make this amendment to our laws." Submitted by the office of the Kansas Secretary of State.

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Prayer photo and Clyde had the third place photo for the old tombstone picture. Members discussed plans to travel to Perryton, Tx. Sunday, January 31 to visit the Museum of the Plains. The theme for photos for the January meeting will be "Red". Also the February meeting will mark the beginning of the new year for the club, so membership dues will need to be paid, and election of officers will take place.

The American Red Cross has an emergency need for blood donors. Severe winter weather since January 1 has forced the cancellation of more than 300 blood drives across 20 states, resulting in more than 9,500 donations uncollected, further depleting an already low winter supply. Blood donation appointments can be quickly and easily scheduled by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting redcrossblood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). “Blood products are being delivered to hospitals as quickly as donations are coming in,” said Jan Hale, communications manager of the Central Plains Blood Services Region. “Eligible donors are urged to make an appointment to give blood now and help ensure blood products are available for patients locally, and across the country, including areas severely impacted by winter weather.” Because of generous donors, the Red Cross is able to provide blood products to patients like two-year-old Charlie Stephens. Charlie has received both blood and platelets during treatment for acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Her mother, Michelle Stephens, donates blood regularly. “I want to help supply blood for someone else, because others have provided for my family,” she said. The Red Cross must collect approximately 14,000 blood donations every day for the pa-

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Saturday, February 13 is our next monthly dance. It will be sponsored by Gas Capital Car Club, so there is no admission fee. Bob Walter will provide live country music. Please bring a pot luck. That same day is Sew All Day beginning at 8:30 a.m. as well as canasta and potluck beginning at 6:00 p.m. There are pool and snooker tables here at the senior center for your use. Please feel free to come by and play during our regular hours, 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. 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 on 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. 28..............Polish Sausage Jan. 29.....................Smothered .....................Chicken Breast Feb. 1 ............................Brisket Feb. 2.................................Ham Feb. 3.............Smothered Steak Feb. 4.......BBQ Chicken Breast Activities Thursday, January 28 Exercise ...................10:30 a.m. Friday, January 29 Exercise ...................10:30 a.m. Bingo .......................12:30 p.m. Saturday, January 30 Cards & Games .........6:00 p.m. Monday, February 1 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Line Dancing..............7:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 2 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Wednesday, February 3 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Paint...........................1:00 p.m. Thursday, February 4 Exercise ...................10:30 a.m.

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Come see us at Clyde Lighty’s old tombstone picture also wins him third place at the Camera Club for Janaury.

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boost the harvest of light geese, a population that has increased more than 300 percent since the mid-1970s. These historic numbers of geese have denuded portions of their fragile tundra breeding habitat in the arctic, which may take decades to recover. This impacts other bird species that nest there, including semi-palmated sandpipers and red-necked phalaropes. To increase hunter success, the conservation order authorizes hunting methods not allowed during the regular seasons, including the use of electronic calls, unplugged shotguns, and shooting hours onehalf hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset. And the pheasant, quail and greater prairie chicken seasons are open through January 31, 2016, so there’s still time to get in a hunt or two. Other late-season hunting opportunities that are great for the youth in your life include crow, exotic dove, furbearer, rabbit, and squirrel. For season specifics, consult the 2015 Kansas Hunting and Furharvesting Regulations Summary, or visit and click ksoutdoors.com “Hunting.”

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Kansas Insurance Department & Kansas Insurance Commissioner Ken Selzer Earthquake insurance coverage is separate from homeowners insurance Earthquake insurance coverage in Kansas requires a separate policy or endorsement to your regular homeowners insurance policy, according to Ken Selzer, CPA, Commissioner of Insurance. “Earthquake coverage is not a part of a regular homeowners, renters or condominium insurance Commissioner policy,” Selzer said. “If your insurance company offers it — and many do — coverage can be added by including an endorsement to your policy or by purchasing a separate earthquake policy.” In either case, the Commissioner said, you will pay an extra premium. Instead of a dollar amount, the deductible for that premium will probably be a percentage of the cost of rebuilding your home. There might also be a separate deductible for the home’s contents. “The type of home construction could also determine the insurability of the structure as well,” Commissioner Selzer said. “Wood frame homes often withstand earthquakes better than brick or stone structures, and their rates may be less costly. Singlestory homes may receive better rates. And the age of the home may affect the cost.” One other factor in the cost of the coverage could be the number of claims filed. More claims may determine whether an insurance company changes its premiums. That process is similar to how premiums for others lines of insurance are structured. “Kansans should also remember that earthquake policies usually cover only structural and foundation damage to a home, “Commissioner Selzer said. “That is why it is important, if you are considering the coverage, that you talk over the specifics with your local

agent.” Commissioner Selzer also offered these points to consider about earthquake coverage: • Coverage doesn’t include damage to your vehicles. That may be covered under your current automobile policy. Check with your local insurance agent or company to verify your vehicle coverage. • The time to buy the coverage is before an earthquake. Most insurers won’t sell any new earthquake insurance for 30 to 60 days after a recent earthquake. Check with your insurance company to be sure. • As with any household coverage, make a household inventory. Go through each room to write down and video everything. Store the inventory in a secure place at another location, such as a safe deposit box. (For a download of a Personal Home Inventory, go to www.ksinsurance.org, and on the home page hit “Finding a Publication” under the “Help With…” banner. If you have a smartphone, you can get the application for a mobile personal home inventory, MyHomeScr.APP. book, from your phone’s app store. A survey by the Insurance Information Institute, or “III”, shows that only eight percent of homeowners in the Midwest have earthquake insurance. In Oklahoma, where earthquakes have been prevalent during the past few years, a total of 15 percent of homeowners have the coverage, according to the III. For additional assistance, contact the Kansas Insurance Department’s Consumer Assistance Hotline at 800-432-2484. The Kansas Insurance Department, established in 1871 and online at www.ksinsurance.org or at www.facebook.com/ kansasinsurancedepart ment.

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Wildcats and Lady Wildcats aiming for State Six and one is the record of the Moscow Lady Wildcats. Their only loss came from the Ingalls Lady Bulldogs. The Lady Wildcats are hoping for a better outcome after last year. Being State runner up is pretty great, but they want more. State is March 9, 2016. Sub-State is February 29, 2016, in Deerfield, with some familiar teams in their SubState, like Deerfield, Rolla and Ingalls. Winning SubState will put them into the State Tournament. It will be tough to get to State, but Coach Anderson and Coach Lund will get the Lady Wildcats prepared for the teams they will face. Meanwhile for the boys' basketball team, they have lost two games, 5-2. However, the two losses did come from good teams. Fresh off a 54-14 win against Hardesty, they hope to continue their success against Yarbrough. With the same teams in their Sub

State as the Lady Wildcats, the Cats face a tough road to make State. The boys have beaten both league rivals, Rolla twice and Deerfield, also Elkhart, Hardesty and the game against Yarbrough was canceled due to bad weather conditions. The Wildcats seem to have it all-from big boys in the post, to sharp shooters spotting up and driving the lane. You also can’t forget about the great coach that makes it all happen. Coach Harp has been working hard to put his team into a great position to win day in and day out. Coach Harp said, “If we play ball the way we are capable of playing, we are going to be one tough team to beat.” Also defense is key for the Wildcats. Both of these teams are on a great path. If they keep this up, look for them to be playing in the United Wireless Arena in March. By JJ Gonzalez.

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MOSCOW NEWS BY JUDY HICKERT

January 29 High School Basketball vs, Elkhart February 3 Whitham Enterprises Customer Appreciation lunch

12:00 p.m. February 6 Moscow United Methodist Church Groundhog Supper 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Hillbilly Band plays at Manor The Moscow Baptist Church Hillbilly Band entertained at the Pioneer Manor Sunday afternoon. Estie Grubbs joined the band with her beautiful piano playing. Band members playing

Sunday were Darrell Munson Terry Miller, Roy and Debbie Stoddard, and Duane and Barbara Williams. There were quite a few guests besides the residents. Everyone really enjoyed the music.

City employees to attend conference City employees Dustin Phillips and Norma Najera have made plans to attend the Kansas Rural Water Association Conference in March. The city had applied

Javier Marquez takes a good shot for the Wildcats. Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll.

Lady Wildcats take down the Bison

Morgan Robson brings the ball down the court for the Lady Wildcats. Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll.

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The Moscow Lady Wildcats faced the Balko Lady Bison Tuesday, January 19 at home. The MHS ladies put up a fierce fight, and ended the game victorious 48-17. During the first quarter, Moscow shooters were on fire, producing 15 points to Balko’s two. In the second quarter, both the Lady Cats and the Lady Bison scored six apiece. Heading into the half, Moscow led Balko by a healthy 16 points, 21-8. After the break, MHS’s ladies came back with a roar, scoring 13 and 14 points in the third and fourth periods respectively. Balko’s offense was

unable to keep up, as they only sunk nine more points. The Moscow Lady Wildcats claimed the win 48-17. Top scorers were Madilyn Lahey with 13 and Kelsi Mueller with ten. Following them were Morgan Robson and Briannah Davidson with six each. Gisselle Martinez had three, while Maggie White and Brittney Stuckey had two apiece. The Moscow High School basketball teams’ will host Elkhart Friday, January 29. All games will be in the new gym starting at 4:00 p.m. The order is as follows: JV girls, JV boys, varsity girls and varsity boys.

for a grant to help in paying for updating and improving the water system in Moscow, but the grant was refused. Hopefully a grant can be obtained next year.

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Homecoming week will be wild and crazy Next week promises to be exciting at Moscow High School. Senior Night will be Tuesday, February 2 at the Basketball game to be played with Keyes, Ok. Friday, the Homecoming game will be played against Minneola. Homecoming week will start Monday with "Oz the Great and Powerful" - wear green and bling. Twister Tuesday will follow as Wacky Day. Wednesday will be Pajama Day, Thursday, participants should dress like an animal, and Friday "There's a Storm Coming", wear black and gold.

Seven football members have been named to the All-District Football Team. Making the First Team are David Miramontes offensive line and line backer; and Jesse Stuckey defensive line. Honorable Mention goes to Jalen Shaddix

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Rolla News By Phoebe Brummett

January 28 - Junior High Basketball vs Tyrone 4:30 p.m. January 29 - Junior High Basketball at Felt 4:00 p.m. - High School Basketball at Felt 6:30 p.m. - ARGH February 1 -Junior High Scholars’ Bowl at Deerfield, 4:00 p.m. February 2 -RHS Black Out Night Pirate Basketball against Elkhart Wildcats at Rolla, beginning at 4:00 p.m. -Lions Club Chili and Stew Supper, 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Multipurpose Room -Groundhog Day February 4 -High School Regional Scholars’ Bowl at Ransom at 4:00 p.m. -Parent-Teacher Conferences, 4:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. February 5 -Parent Teacher Conferences, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. -NO ARGH February 6 -High School Speech/ Forensics Meet at Moscow

8:15 a.m. -HS Basketball at Greeley County, Tribune, 5:00 p.m. February 8 -Junior High Scholars' Bowl at Satanta at 4:00 p.m. -Board of Education Meeting at 6:30 p.m. February 9 -Junior High Scholars' Bowl at Ulysses at 4:00 p.m. -High School Basketball vs Ingalls at 4:30 p.m. February 10 -Rolla Recreation Meeting at 6:30 p.m. February 11 -High School Basketball vs Moscow at 4:30 p.m. -Kindergarten-fifth Valentine's Day Party at 3:15 p.m. February 12 -Lincoln's Birthday -ARGH February 13 -High School Speech at Syracuse -Scholars' Bowl State at Wilson February 14 -Valentine's Day February 15 -High School Speech at Scott City -President's Day -No School

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Students participate in honor choir Sam Eiland took three junior high students with him Saturday, January 23 to Dodge City for the junior high Southwest Kansas Music Educators Association honor choir. Eighth graders Chloe Burnett and Abby Easterwood and seventh grader Melanie Norton were selected to represent Rolla for this honor. Chloe, daughter of Ron

and Amanda Burnett, performed the soprano parts. Abby, daughter of Bob and Toni Easterwood, was chosen for the alto part. Melanie, daughter of Phillip and the late Kaylee Norton, was chosen for tenor. The girls participated in the all day practices then performed a concert beginning at 2:00 p.m. Great job girls!

Junior high students who participated in the junior high Southwest Kansas Music Educators Association honor choir left to right are Chloe Burnett, Abby Easterwood and Melanie Norton. Photo courtesy of Toni Easterwood.

Throwback Thursday photo is named The Throwback Thursday photo last week were Maynard Link, Keith Mangels, Ralph Bohn and Walter “Poodle” Clair. The

Dermot supper is Saturday The Dermot Community Supper will be Saturday, January 30, beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the Dermot School. Bring your favorite

Dermot Monthly Community Dinner Saturday, January 30 at the Dermot School 7:00 p.m.

photo was taken at the Rolla Roller Rink in 1955. Thank you to Johnny Denton for providing some fun photos!

dish or try a new one and share it! Visiting, good food and a good time is almost guaranteed!

Rolla’s 2016 Basketball Homecoming Queen Jessica Pinkley and King Chandler Burrows grin after winning the crowns Friday, January 15.

Door decoration winners are named festivities Homecoming this year included once again a door decorating contest for grades pre-K through seniors. Age divisions were pre-K through fifth grade (elementary school), sixth through eighth grades (junior high), and freshmen through seniors (high school). The winners were selected by a group of individuals who work at the school but have little to nothing to gain from choosing a winner. The elementary door winner was Kindergarten this time, with Mrs. Sherry Pinkley as the lead teacher. The eighth grade won again with Mrs. Suzanne Murray leading the way. The sopho-

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Rolla Hope sponsors Black Out Tuesday Rolla Hope will sponsor their Black Out night Tuesday, February 2, 2016 during the basketball game in Rolla with Elkhart. All proceeds will be split between Rolla

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History From The Hermes Compiled by Ruthie Winget

In 1973, the Hugoton High School band, directed by Ron Cross, was privileged to perform in Vienna. Kathy Barber brought in a photo of some of the families seeing the band members off at the Hugoton

High School parking lot. Left to right are Tony Collins, LeRoy Collins, Jack Barber, Kathryn Barber, Bonnie Collins, Ethyle Reece and two unknown people. Thanks, Kathy, for sharing this photo.

KDWPT seeks input to Kansas State Wildlife Action Plan The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism (KDWPT) is seeking public input on Kansas’ State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP) through March 11. The action plan replaces the state’s existing Comprehensive Wildlife Conservation Strategy and is designed to identify the top priority species and habitats that need conservation efforts in the state. The plan also outlines potential conservation actions that can address the threats or issues these species and habitats face. The SWAP is necessary for Kansas to be eligible for State Wildlife Grants (SWG) and proactively conserve wildlife and habitats before they become rarer and more costly to protect. “The SWAP is not just a conservation plan for KDWPT,” said state wildlife action plan coordinator, Megan Rohweder. “It’s a dynamic and adaptive docu-

Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism is seeking public input concerning Kansas’ State Wildlife Action Plan. Comments can be submitted via email. ment that can serve as a guide for other agencies, organizations, stakeholders, experts, and interested parties to ensure that Kansas’ wildlife and habitats are conserved for future generations.” To date, KDWPT has worked with agency partners, conservation organizations, academic institutions, and other stakeholders to review and revise the plan to include on climate information change, as well as the devel-

opment of geographically explicit areas in which to address conservation, called Ecological Focus Areas. The last piece of the puzzle is public input and now is the time for those voices to be heard. To view the SWAP revision draft online, visit http://ksou tdoors.com/Services/Kansas -SWAP. Comments can be submitted via email through March 11 using the link available on the Web page.

Thursday, February 9, 2006 Don Beesley is the winner of the Four County Longest Tail Feather Challenge. He turned in a 25 3/8 inch pheasant tail feather early in the season. His prize is a Remington 870 Express Super Mag 12 gauge shotgun. Thursday, February 8, 2001 Flames destroyed the home of Jack and Beverly Tuman at 800 S. Washington Sunday afternoon. The couple had been to Liberal and returned home to smell smoke. The house was a total loss. Thursday, January 31, 1991 Lucille Ashlock, manager of the Hugoton Pizza Hut, was named “Manager of the Year,” her title for three years in a row. She was in competition with managers of 25 stores at a recent meeting of area Pizza Hut managers at Garden City. Thursday, February 2, 1956 W.H. Hamilton tells Damon Hubbard when he bought his first car in 1916, which was an Overland, he mortgaged a quarter of land for the price of the car, about $795.00. He says that was the hardest mortgage he ever attempted to pay off. He still has the remains of the old car to remind him of the deal whenever he decides to buy a car nowadays. Thursday, February 8, 1951 An embargo on mail in and out of Hugoton became effective last Sunday and is to last

“Notes From Nancy” by Stevens County FACS Agent Nancy Honig

I recently attended a training on Alzheimer's disease sponsored by K-State Research and Extension and the Alzheimer's Association. Even though I have been focusing on the subject of aging for the past several years, I am always astonished by what I (a professional educator) still don’t know about this disease. This week I would like to share a few of the highlights from that training. Alzheimer’s disease is the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S., and it is the only cause of death in the top tenthat cannot be prevented, cured or slowed. One in three seniors die from Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. In most people having Alzheimer’s, symptoms first appear in their mid-60’s. Estimates vary, but experts suggest that more than five million Americans have Alzheimer’s, which translates to over 51,000 Kansans. Of

those, almost two-thirds are women. This is in part because women typically live longer than men, and Alzheimer’s disease largely strikes older adults. It is estimated that Kansas, along with the rest of the nation, will see a 24% increase in the number of adults diagnosed with the disease in the next ten years. Alzheimer’s disease is an irreversible, progressive brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills and, eventually, the ability to carry out the simplest tasks. It is important to note that Alzheimer’s and dementia are not interchangeable. Alzheimer’s is a form of dementia, but there are over 50 different forms of dementia; Alzheimer’s is estimated to be 60% of the cases of diagnosed dementia. It is interesting to note that 90% of what researchers know about this disease has been learned in the last 15 years.

There is still a long way to go in educating the public, reducing the stigma associated with the disease, and helping patients get early diagnosis. Unfortunately, as many as half of the people with dementia have never received a diagnosis. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, of those who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or another dementia, only 35% of them or their care givers are aware of the diagnosis. In contrast, more than 90% of seniors with cancer or cardiovascular disease have been told their diagnosis. It is important to understand that being formally diagnosed early in any disease progression, enables the best medical care and health outcomes for people with that disease. Though currently there isn’t an Alzheimer’s cure, an early diagnosis promotes access to available treatments, opportunities for

Hospice hosts Living with Grief® program St. Catherine Hospice will be hosting the Hospice Foundation of America’s twentythird annual Living With Grief® Program. Managing Conflict/Finding Meaning Supporting Families at Life’s End. It will be moderated by JoAnne Reifsnyder, PhD, ACHPN with experts Betty Ferrell, PhD, MA, FAAN, FPCN; Betty Kramer, PhD, MSSW; and Ken Doka, PhD, MDiv. The meeting will be Thursday, February 4, 2016 from 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. in St. Catherine Hospital Classroom B. Admission is free with (CEUs available for small fee from HFA). This program addresses methods, strategies and practices that can be used to pro-

vide pyscho-social and other supports to terminally-ill patients, their families and close networks as they cope with impending death. Particular emphasis will be placed on how to manage sources of conflict that often emerge near life’s end, as well as how to help individuals and families find meaning at life’s end. This educational program combines presentations by experts with video, discussion, and additional complimentary learning materials. Learners participating in the live event program will have an opportunity to comment, participate in polling, and ask questions of expert presenters. The program is two hours, with an additional 30 minute post-program discus-

sion required for CE credits. Continuing Education 2.5 hours of CE credit are available through HFA for nurses, social workers, counselors, clergy, and more. There is a CE cost per certificate for the first two weeks after the live program; until February 11, 2016. After this date, CE credits are higher per certificate. CE credits are available until June 28, 2016. Please verify CE availability with your professional board or refer to HFA’s list of Board Approvals, located at www.hospicefoundation.org. For more information contact Gina Cash at 620-2722519 or 800-281-4077. Story submitted by St. Catherine Hospital Hospice.

until the strike caused by railroad switchmen is settled, according to Postmaster Dan Massey. Thursday, February 18, 1946 Tiny Duncum has leased the Argus Cafe. Tiny has been employed at the Jones

Machine Shop for several years. 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.

PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, January 28, 2016) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF THOMAS PRESTON PAYNE, DECEASED Case No. 16-PR-2 NOTICE OF HEARING STATE OF KANSAS, TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that a Petition has been filed in this court by Doreen L. Payne, Personal Representative of the estate of Thomas Preston Payne, deceased, praying that the foreign Will of Thomas Preston Payne, deceased, be admitted to probate and record in this court; that no administration of this estate is necessary; that the Will be construed; and that all real

estate described in the Petition and all other property owned by the decedent in Kansas be assigned in accordance with the terms of the Will. You are required to file your written defenses thereto on or before February 19, 2016, at 10:00 o'clock a.m., of said day, in said court, in the City of Hugoton, in Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place said cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the Petition. Doreen L. Payne, Petitioner Richard R. Yoxall #9953 YOXALL, ANTRIM, McCAFFREY & FOREMAN, LLP 101 West Fourth Street Liberal, Kansas 67901 (620) 624-8444 Phone: Fax: (620) 624-8221 Email: ryoxall@yoxallfirm.com Attorney for Petitioner

PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, January 28, 2016) 3t IN THE TWENTY-SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT, STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: DAVID JAMES BUDDRUS, Deceased. Case No. 16 PR 5 Pursuant to Chapter 59, Kansas Statutes Annotated

James Buddrus, deceased, be admitted to probate and record in this court; that no administration of this estate is necessary; that the will be construed; and that the property described in the petition be assigned in accordance with the terms of the will. You are required to file your written defenses thereto on or before February 19, 2016, at 10:30 a.m. of such day, in such court, in the City of Hugoton, in Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place such cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon said petition. James Edward Buddrus, Petitioner

NOTICE OF HEARING THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed in this court by James Edward Buddrus, a personal representative named in the will of David James Buddrus, deceased, praying that the foreign will of David

Tad Patton, #10879 TRIPLETT, WOOLF & GARRETSON, LLP 2959 N. ROCK ROAD, SUITE 300 WICHITA, KS 67226 (316) 630-8100 btpatton@twgfirm.com ATTORNEYS FOR PETITIONER

clinical trials, and the opportunity for families to create advance directives for the eventual care and financial arrangements, before they are needed and while everyone can participate. If you, or a loved one, suspect some dementia issues, it is important to talk to your doctor and find out if the symptoms are due to Alzheimer’s disease or if they have another cause. Parkinson’s disease, strokes, tumors, sleep disturbances, side effects of medications, or even a urinary tract infection, can all cause dementia symptoms, and for some of these conditions the dementia can be treated and possibly reversed. Don’t be afraid of the truth about a diagnosis. Only by acknowledging this disease can we find ways to deal with it, and support the care givers of those with Alzheimer’s.

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New program called GOALS is launched by Kansas DCF Monday, January 25, the Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) will launch a new employment and training pilot program called GOALS to help low-income Kansans who currently receive food assistance. “GOALS (Generating Opportunities to Attain Lifelong Success) will help eligible residents get on a path to successful careers that pay living 12

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wages and offer advancement opportunities,” said DCF Secretary Phyllis Gilmore. With the backing of a $13.5 million grant announced in March, GOALS will work in tandem with DCF’s current job training program funded by the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA’s) Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The

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IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF HELEN HIGGINS, DECEASED Case No. 2015PR9 NOTICE OF HEARING (Chapter 59) T HE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed in the above Court by Jack A. Higgins, executor of the will and estate of Helen Higgins, deceased, praying for final settlement of the estate, for approval of his acts and proceedings as executor, for payment of court costs, attorney's fees and expenses, and also praying that

the Court determine the heirs, beneficiaries, legatees and devisees entitled to the estate pursuant to the terms of the Will, and to distribute and assign the same to such persons, in accordance with the terms of the decedent's Will, and for further relief. You are hereby required to file your written defenses thereto on or before the 12th day of February, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. of said day, in said Court, in the district courtroom at the county courthouse in Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition. Jack A. Higgins Executor-Petitioner Kramer, Nordling & Nordling, LLC 209 East Sixth Street Hugoton, Kansas 67951 Attorneys for Petitioner Telephone: (620) 544-4333

current SNAP Employment and Training (E&T) program has produced a 67 percent employment rate with a budget of just $500,000. “We are proud of the success SNAP E&T has had in helping Kansans develop the skills and tools necessary to work,” Gilmore said. “GOALS will serve as a launching pad to develop a much broader impact and provide more extensive assistance to people who have the potential to be tremendous employees.” Kansas was one of ten states awarded a competitive grant by the USDA Food and Nutrition Service to develop and test innovative SNAP E&T strategies. The pilot program will serve approximately 4,000 food assistance recipients in 36 counties across both urban and rural areas over three years. The GOALS pilot will serve some clients, while the traditional E&T program will continue to serve others, with the purpose of

testing and demonstrating the effectiveness of the more extensive GOALS strategy. According to SNAP E&T Program Manager Ruth Arensdorf, the E&T program has focused on teaching participants soft skills such as employment readiness and self-confidence, as well as helping them write resumes, plan job searches and improve their interview skills. It also has provided limited financial assistance for travel and clothing. In a much more robust approach, GOALS services will be individualized to each participant’s needs, with a Career Navigator providing guidance and support through four service phases Stabilize, Train, Place and Sustain. GOALS will also be tailored to meet the needs of each community, using a collective impact approach to engage employers and other partners in sustainable strategies for matching par-

ticipants with labor market opportunities. Eligible participants will have a chance to access: • A Career Navigator specifically assigned to assist participants on a path to a better career; • Career guidance and training based on eligibility, individual assessments and labor market demands; • Employment supports such as child care assistance, uniform and tool payments, transportation assistance and help with other barriers as needed, such as addiction counseling; • Employer Liaisons dedicated to building relationships with employers and finding job opportunities; and • Continued support after employment, such as peer mentoring and problem-solving guidance. Arensdorf said a significant aspect of GOALS will be that it will offer assistance for those with mental health and

substance abuse barriers to employment, something the E&T program lacks the funds to provide. “We’ve shown we can successfully help people find and keep a job,” said Gilmore. “This new pilot will give us the funds to go out and do it on a much broader scale, and to help people with some roadblocks to employment that we couldn’t previously address.” Food assistance recipients interested in finding out more should contact Kansas DCF’s customer service line at 1888-369-4777 and ask about GOALS. Employers, agency partners and others interested are encouraged to contact program manager Ruth Arensdorf at Ruth.Arens dorf@dcf.ks.gov. More information may also be found at www.goals.ks.gov. Submitted by the Kansas Department of Children and Families.

HERMES CLASSIFIEDS Deadline for all classified advertising is MONDAY at 5:00 p.m. All Garage, Yard and/or Moving Sale Ads MUST Be Pre-Paid. 1) Classified ad rate is $ .20 per word per insertion. The weekly minimum is $3.35. 2) Classified display advertising rate is $5.00 per column inch. 3) All cards of thanks are charged at the display rate. 4) All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968, which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, children, or national origin or an intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.” This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis.

HELP WANTED

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HELP WANTED: LB’s Bar & Grill needs bartenders and servers. Competitive wages. Pick up an application at LB’s, 615 S. Monroe in Hugoton. (4c3) ---------------

NOW HIRING! Bartlett Cattle has immediate openings for Cattle Processors. Bring your cattle handling experience to contribute in a variety of areas of a large commercial feedlot near Sublette, Ks.

ATTENTION E-mail Newscopy and Ads to hermes10@pld.com Obits to hermesro@pld.com Classifieds to hermesma@pld.com 522 S. Main Hugoton, KS

Bartlett offers competitive wages and a full-benefit package with: paid vacation, health and life insurance premiums paid 100% for employee, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and profit sharing for all fulltime employees.

Apply in person or call today Bartlett Cattle Company, LP Hwy US 83 & US 160 Sublette, Ks. 800-860-7290 Drug Screen/Background Checks

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AVAILABLE POSITION:

CHAMBER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking to hire an Executive

Director. People, organizational, communication and computer skills are needed. Knowledge and experience with QuickBooks, Word, Web site maintenance and spreadsheets is preferred.

Please mail or bring your resume to the Chamber office, 630 S. Main, no later than February 9 (2c4) JBS Five Rivers, Grant County Feeders in Ulysses, KS

Mill Maintenance Position Do you enjoy working with machinery-maintaining and repairing? JBS Five Rivers Cattle Feeding/Grant County Feeders is hiring a full time mill maintenance person who has the ability to inspect machinery and perform necessary maintenance and repairs. Grain handling a plus, but will train the right person. We are looking for an individual who wants to be part of a positive, productive workforce, and values Safety First. We offer competitive wages and full benefits. Contact Pedro Mendoza @ 620-805-1421 or email pedro.mendoza@jbssa.com. You can apply in person at 7597 W. Road 17, Ulysses, KS between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., or may apply online at:

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HELP WANTED

Fill-in help for SENIOR CENTER Kitchen/Van Driver Pick up applications at 624 S. Main Street from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. (4c3)

Truck Driver Wanted Must have CDL and clean MVR. You are home every night, health insurance provided and 401K available. You must fill out application at office 1 mile south of Cimarron at Tim Dewey Trucking. Office: 620-855-3188 or Darren 620-357-1710. (tfc26)

ROUTE SALES PERSON High Plains Energy, LLC a rapidly growing service oriented company, is seeking a full time Route Sales Person for the Ulysses, Hugoton and Liberal area. Applicant must be 21, have a valid CDL and good driving record. Hazmat endorsement, tanker, air brakes and/or propane delivery experience a plus. We will train the proper applicant. We offer competitive wages, health insurance, life insurance, retirement, sick leave, vacation and paid holidays.

Call Anthony Krull (Operations Manager): 620-276-0506 (office) or 620-482-0212 for more information. (8c51)

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1103 S. Jefferson St. - $70,000 - This nice 516 W. 11th St. - $38,000 - This cute 2 bed- home is ready to move into. New paint on room home would make a great starter home the exterior and interior. New laminate and vinyl floor coverings. Remodeled bathroom or investment property. with tile floor, granite countertop, modern sink and new tub/shower unit. Immediately available.

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MOBILE HOME FOR RENT: 818 S. Washington, 2 Bedroom, 2 Full Baths, All furnished, washer and dryer, central heat and air, water paid. Very nice and clean. No Pets. Non-smoking home. 620-453-0551. (2p3) ---------------

Beautiful 3 bedroom/ 2 bath apartment homes, all appliances, washer/dryer connection, private patio or balcony, kids’ playground, pets welcome.

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510 West 8th Street - Nice and Neat!! Move in ready! Ranch style, 3 bed/2 b, cen H/A, att garage, fpl, appliances, fence, workshop. Call Karen today!!

1003 S. Adams - Beautiful 1/2 story, 5 bed/3 bath, fpl, 2 decks, oversized garage w/ workshop, storage shed, fenced yard, appliances and much, much more!! Call for details!

415 S. Main - Ranch 2 bed/2bath, cen H/A, fenced yard, carport. Call today to see this nice home!!

SOLD 1201 S Adams - Great location! Ranch Style, 3 bd/2 b, new kitchen and bath remodels, appliances, cen H/A, fence, corner lot. Call today to see this nice home!!

1012 S Lincoln - Reduced Price! Investment property! Call today for details!

SOLD 905 S Jefferson St- 4 bed/3 b, bsmt, att garage, cen H/A, fence, fpl (2). Call today to see this home!

408 E. Fifth - Ranch style, 3 bed/3 bath, part. basement, att. garage, cen H/A, shed. Call today!!

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SUPPORT GROUPS Project Hope Open Tues & Thurs 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. Please Bring Your Own Food Containers 1042 S. Jackson Suite C (tfc37)

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Support for family & friends of problem drinkers meet Mondays & Thursdays at 8 p.m. 1405 Cemetery Road 544-2610 or 544-2854 kansas-al-anon.org (tfc)

PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MAUREEN ANNETTE BURROWS, DECEASED Case No. 2012PR000011 THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: NOTICE OF HEARING (Chapter 59) You are hereby notified that Donald Burrows, one of the legatees and devisees of the will and estate of Maureen Annette Burrows, deceased, has filed a petition in the above Court praying that the decedent’s Last Will

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WANT TO PURCHASE: Minerals and other oil / gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557, Denver, Co. 80201.

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REAL ESTATE

HOUSE FOR SALE: 209 W. Second Street in Hugoton. Call 620-544-7562. (2c3) --------------FOR SALE: 2 beautiful size 16 prom dresses. 1 Navy, 1 Purple. Call 620-598-2232. (tfc) ---------------

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and Testament be admitted to probate and for Informal Administration. You are hereby required to file your written defenses to the Petition on or before the 12th day of February, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. of said day, in said Court, in the district courtroom at the county courthouse in Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition. Donald Burrows, Petitioner KRAMER, NORDLING & NORDLING, LLC 209 East Sixth Street Hugoton, Kansas 67951 Telephone: 620-544-4333 Attorneys for Petitioner

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CARD OF THANKS

TAKING CONSIGNMENTS K IWA N IS A U C TION March 25 & 26, 2016

THANK YOU We would like to thank St. Catherine Hospice, Pheasant Heaven Charities and their Benevolent Committee for the help we received recently. Your assistance was appreciated more than you know. We feel truly blessed to live in such a caring community. Thank you, Rosalie and Royce Tucker and Tarcy Betsworth

Turn in your consignments to: Walter McClure 544-4202, Ron Brewer 544-8985 or any other Hugoton Kiwanis Club Member

Consignments are due by March 10 to be included on the sale bill

BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY

THANK YOU The family of Diana Gill-Wisdom would like to thank Ted Heaton, Duane Topliss, Sheldon Shuck and dispatcher Toni Mantzke with the Stevens County Sheriff’s Department, the Stevens County Emergency Medical Services, the Hugoton Police Department and Dr. McGroarty. We would also like to thank Paul’s-Robson Funeral Home for handling the services. We are so grateful to the Hugoton Church of Christ family for the delicious meal they provided as well as their gracious support throughout this difficult time. Jack Wisdom Bobby & Glenda Gill and family Greg & Anita Gill and family Steven & Kay Gill and family Galen & Sonia Gill and family Allen & Karen Goode and family

PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, January 28, 2016) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JENNIE SAUNDERS, DECEASED Case No. 2015PR14 NOTICE TO CREDITORS (Chapter 59) THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You and each of you will take notice that the Last Will and Testament of Jennie Saunders was duly admitted to probate on April 28, 2015, at which time the petitioner, Lyndel Irene King,

was appointed executor of the will and estate of Jennie Saunders, deceased, and duly qualified as such executor. Letters Testamentary were issued to her on said date of April 28, 2015, by the District Court of Stevens County, Kansas. All creditors of the decedent are notified to exhibit their demands against the estate within four (4) months from the date of the first publication of this notice as provided by law. If their demands are not thus exhibited, they shall be forever barred. Lyndel Irene King, Executor

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Moran’s Memo

NOTICE

By Senator Jerry Moran http://moran.senate.gov

All Dog Taxes Are Due And Payable At The Office of The City Clerk From And After January 1 Of Each Year Through February Without Penalty. A certificate from a licensed veterinarian showing that the dog has been vaccinated or inoculated with a recognized rabies vaccine which shall be effective for the entire period for which the tax is paid must be presented at the time of securing the license. Penalty At The Rate Of 50¢ Per Month Beginning March 1. Male/Spayed Female - $500 • Unspayed Females - $750

Susan Willis is the big winner in December at the Camera Club. She took first place with her Christmas themed photos.

THE CITY OF HUGOTON

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(620) 492-4244 Feb 6th: Garry & Jan Metcalf Living Moving Estate Auction 1102 Stubbs Rd., Ulysses, KS 10:00AMCT Motorcycle-Trailer-Tools-Furniture-Antiques

Susan Willis’ Christmas themed photo pictured above earns her a third place for the December Camera Club theme.

Feb 11th: Real Estate Public Auction 60 N. Sid, Elkhart, KS 730PMCT

Feb 20: antiques, antiques, antiques Estate Auction: Willard Link Trust 4-H Bldg, Hugoton, KS 10:00AMCT

Feb 27: Moving Living Estate Auction 5257 S. Rd X, Ulysses, KS 10AMCT Storm Date: March 5, 2016 Livestock Equip-Antiques-Art-Tools-Outdoor Squash Blossom Neck-Arrowheads & Much More

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Susan Willis takes second place with her Christmas themed photo pictured above.

Happy Kansas Day The history of Kansas is one replete with humble but aspirational men and women. Our state has raised many national leaders who, over the years, have helped Kansas and the nation overcome many obstacles. Yet, our state’s true legacy has been built by the farmers, factory workers, teachers and parents who work hard every day to improve our communities and state for the next generation. These unsung heroes have made Kansas such a special place to live. In them, the spirit of the pioneers who settled our state 155 years ago lives on. At no point in the past century have Kansans had it easy – our state’s motto, “To the stars through difficulty,” reflects this truth. Our motto, though, captures a central feature of Kansans’ character: an innate drive to innovate, support one another, and leave behind a stronger, freer and more prosperous state and nation for the next generation. I witness these ideals time and again as I visit communities across our state. Tradition of Innovation Kansas has always been home to innovators – individuals who are willing to risk their livelihoods to pursue their dreams. From Amelia Earhart of Atchison to Nobel Prize winner Jack Kilby of Great Bend to Walter Chrysler of Ellis, Kansans are not afraid to break new ground in order to improve American lives. In Overland Park, lifelong Kansan and entrepreneur Chris Costello continues this legacy of innovation with his company Blooom, Inc. A rapidly-growing online financial service provider, Blooom helps people maximize their

CSB earns A+ rating Each fiscal quarter, DepositAccounts.com evaluates the financial health of every federally insured bank in the United States – more than 6,200 total. Each institution is graded on a number of factors, including capitalization, deposit growth, and loan to reserve ratios, in order to determine a comprehensive health rating. For its financial standing through the end of Q3 2015, Citizens State Bank has

earned an A+ health rating, the highest possible rating from DepositAccounts.com, which signifies its out standing performance in achieving exceptional fiduciary standing. Submitted by DepositAccounts.com. DepositAccounts.com is the largest and most comprehensive online publication in the U.S. dedicated to banking/savings (deposits) information for consumers.

Living With Alzheimer’s for Caregivers program will be February 3

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The Alzheimer’s Association of Central and Western Kansas presents Living With Alzheimer’s for Caregivers February 3 at 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Southwest Kansas Area on Aging and Disabilities Building, 240 San Jose Drive, Dodge City. When someone is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, friends and family have many questions. What does the diagnosis mean? What kinds of plans need to be made? What resources are available to help? As the disease progresses, new questions reflect growing needs for skills, programs and services.

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Living With Alzheimer’s for Caregivers is a series of education programs that provide answers to the questions that arise in the early, middle and late stages of the disease. Hear from those directly affected and learn what you need to know, what you need to plan and what you can do at each point along the way. This program will cover information for caregivers of people with: • Early-stage Alzheimer’s disease • Middle-stage Alzheimer’s disease • Late-stage Alzheimer’s disease Topics covered will include: • Developing a care team • Legal and financial planning • Coping strategies • Care and treatment options • Communicating and connecting • Maximizing independence For more information on Living With Alzheimer’s for Caregivers, contact Breana Jones at cwkshelpline@alz.org or call 800-272-3900. Story submitted by Region V Long-term Care Ombudsman.

retirement investments. It was recognized as the winner of the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation’s “One in a Million” competition in November 2015 – a national event that awards grants to start-ups each year – and the company has received significant praise for its low-cost approach to both innovation in personal finance and for encouraging financial literacy. The Kauffman Foundation’s statistics confirm that entrepreneurial ventures like Blooom are a critical component of economic growth, creating an average of 3 million jobs each year. The creativity and tenacity entrepreneurs bring to their work are traits that have made Kansans successful throughout history. Communities Coming Together This past year, the Department of Defense was tasked with reducing troop totals at military bases across the country. Initial reports were that Fort Riley could be significantly impacted. Members of the Junction City, Manhattan and Fort Riley communities responded by organizing a listening session attended by the Army’s then-Director of Force Management, Major General Roger Cloutier, which would give the community an opportunity to demonstrate its support for the base. The turnout was unparalleled – more than 4,200 Kansans attended to show their love and support for our service members and their families – and it was the largest listening session audience for any session the Army held. The Big Red One at Fort Riley sacrifices for our nation to make certain that those who follow us, our kids and grandkids, are able to grow up with the same freedoms and liberties we enjoy today. The February 2015 listening session was, in my view, the perfect example of Kansans coming together for a greater cause. Remembering the Past, Honoring the Future It’s been eight years since the Greensburg community was destroyed by an F5 tornado. In the storm’s aftermath, we saw the very best in people all across the state as rescue crews, volunteers and donations from communities near and far flowed into the city in an outpouring of support. Greensburg residents refused to let this great tragedy define their community. The reopening of the Twilight Theater last Spring is a testament to their courage to persevere in spite of enormous challenges. The theater originally opened in 1917 and has a long history as a gathering place for Greensburg residents, serving as both a movie theater and auditorium space over the years. Fortunately, what was old is new once again. The theater has entertained more than 1,000 Kansans each month since its opening and is now used as an auditorium for Kiowa County schools. I have visited Greensburg a number of times since the tornado, and each time I walk down Main Street and see the progress made I think of the modernday pioneers who overcame difficulties in order to build a better future for their community. Pioneers like the entrepreneurs at Blooom, those who came together to attend the Fort Riley Listening Session, and the resilient residents of Greensburg are who make our state such a special place to call home. Because of folks like them, bright days lie ahead for Kansas. I will continue to do all I can to make certain we leave behind a stronger, freer and more prosperous place to call home. May God continue to bless the great state of Kansas.