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Hugoton Lady Eagles finish season with third place at State
Hugoton High School’s girls’ basketball season came to an end Saturday. It was not exactly the way
the well-decorated senior class wanted to finish their season. However HHS again ended their
season on a win, which they have done every year since they were freshmen. They went 2-1 in
The Lady Eagles proudly show off their proud of you! Lots of Eagle fans came third place State trophy they fought to support these girls in their last game hard for Saturday at Emporia White of the season and for a few, last game Auditorium. Good job girls!! We are so of high school competition.
Emporia for 4A Division II State and brought home third place. Wednesday, the Lady Eagles took on Baxter Springs for their first round action. The Lady Eagles started out a little slow in the first, as the two teams wound up being tied after one, 7-7. After that, the Lady Eagles’ defense helped give them a comfortable lead, going into the half 24-17. Baxter Springs tried to keep pace as both teams only scored ten in the third, but the Lady Eagles proved to be too much for them as HHS ran the fourth quarter and pulled out a 51-35 win. Brooklyn Harper finished with 18 points and eight rebounds in the game. Jordyn Beard grabbed 14 boards. Friday night, the tables were turned on the Lady
Eagles. In years, past the Hugoton team held a number one seed and was “the team to beat” in the 4A II. That was before a season where several key players graduated and the
team’s returning All-State player was out with a season-ending knee injury. The Lady Eagles managed to pull the season together and got them in the position to try for yet another
See STATE BASKETBALL, page 1B
Senior Laney Hoskinson looks for a teammate for her pass in State competition in Emporia over the weekend.
LEPC discusses disaster response The Stevens County LEPC, Local Emergency Planning Committee, met Wednesday, March 7. Those present were committee members Richard Barnes, Bailey Esarey, Richard Everett, Joshua Grubbs, Kathy Haynes, Cathy Hernandez, Rodney Kelling, Courtney Leslie, Joy Lewis, Keri Morris, Trista Nordyke, Judy Parsons, Paula Rowden, Greg Sohm, Susan Schulte, Phil Thompson and Martin Westerhuis. Also present were Leslie Bissell and Harry Bartel. Chairperson Paula Rowden waited until everyone helped themselves to lunch before calling the meeting to order. She welcomed everyone and asked that they introduce themselves to new members or those who hadn’t recently attended. Paula added a discussion about shelters to the agenda under new business. Keri Morris also added she had sent an email in regard to emergency monies during
disaster events. She wanted to remind everyone that if acres and legal descriptions are sent to her, there might be money available to replace fences and livestock tanks. Minutes from the last meeting were LEPC approved as presented. Paula discussed Old Business which included the table top exercise January 30 in Garden City. Stevens County LEPC is responsible to provide an improved local plan. Paula suggested this is a great opportunity for the members to be together and share insights. Trista then took over the discussion and named those who attended the exercise and asked for feedback regarding how the local plan can be improved. Some items discussed were how LEPC members will do triage, transportation, mass casualties, outside mutual aid resources and vet services. She commented if anyone had ideas later they could send her an email.
Next up, Trista and Rodney gave an update about the Code Red notification system. Trista said the County Foundation is going to fund it for three years. The contract was submitted and trainings will be set up. Then local entities and individuals may be signed up and involved in the service. Rodney explained that once it is set up members will need to get the word out. Several ways to get the information to everyone was discussed. Paula then discussed a recent fire event where a local family needed emergency sheltering. She said the county’s strength was communication between the command post and community health. She went on to discuss access to the school which is the FEMA shelter. She said that while they had access to the cots, there were no blankets in the trailers. She continued saying they ended up putting this family up in the Health Department which
worked out okay. Discussion continued concerning blankets and building access, both of these issues were resolved. Paula continued saying that when she went to the commissioners meeting she discussed what was going on. The commissioners were unaware there would be a need to open shelters. It was discussed that in the future it might be that shelter displaced citizens could be put up in a motel if the numbers needing shelter were small. Paula continued saying that she had contacted one of the local motels to get a price and wanted to get all of the local motels involved. Cathy Hernandez suggested calling Red Cross to see if they would set up and pay for the motel if it is a small number needing shelters. She continued saying that they have done it before for structure fires. Cathy again said she would recommend they (Red Cross) See LEPC, page 4
Rolla’s TreTre picked to compete “Down Under” Troikeya “TreTre” Cooper has been invited to represent Kansas with a volleyball team competing in Australia in the summer of 2018. She is excited for the opportunity to represent her family, school, community, state and country in this oncein-a-lifetime experience. In order to achieve the goal of competing internationally, she is asking for donations in any
amount to go towards the cost of competing down under. If you choose to sponsor TreTre, there is a “Thank You” you can fill out and submit to Down Under Sports to be entered into a drawing for two all-expense paid trips to Australia as well as a drawing for a five-day cruise for two. Whether you are able to donate or not, please complete and
submit the Thank You ticket for taking the time to read this message. Following is the link to connect you to Troikeya’s page https://dow nunderspor ts.com/payment/ C53E-DD87-398A. TreTre is a senior at Rolla High School and the granddaughter of Troy and Shirley Cooper. Good luck and g’day, mate!
Tommy McClure earns third place in the District 4 wrestling tournament in Great Bend and a trip to State. Congratulations Tommy!!
McClure earns State wrestling trip Hugoton wrestling club traveled to Great Bend for District 4 wrestling. Coach Shopteese was there and had this to say about all the wrestlers Saturday. “Tommy McClure wrestled the 12 and Under 105 pound weight class and came up with a third place victory to qualify him for the State Tournament in Topeka March 24 and 25, we are very happy to have Tommy on our team, he wrestles very hard and gives us everything when he’s on the mat no matter if it’s in practice or a tournament. We will enjoy watching him compete in the future and will be one of the top competitors in the junior high and high school years to come.
Troikeya ( TreTre) Cooper
INDEX Obituaries........................................................2 Farm...................................................................6 Looking Back .................................................7 Moscow ...........................................................8
Sports ................................................1B & 2B Rolla................................................................3B Rec Girls Basketball .........................4B-5B Classifieds............................................6B-7B
“Caiden Perez at the age of six stepped up and wrestled the 8 and Under 80 pound bracket, went 02 for the day; very proud of this kid, he has made tons of improvements this year. He went from being very shy and passive to getting out there with no fear. “Alexis Chavez went 1-3 on the day at 8 and Under 58 pounds. Look out for this kid in the future, he’s fast, very competitive and is learning more and more every time he steps on the mat. “Adriel Camacho wrestled 10 and Under 67 pounds, went 0-2 on the day, had a tough match right off the bat but never See McCLURE, page 2B
OBITUARIES INSIDE Leroy Carson, III Julett Klatt Tina Higgins Bryce Peterson Eileen Schartz
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Julett Klatt The death of Julett Ann Klatt has been learned. Julett, 69, entered her heavenly home to be with God Tuesday, March 6, 2018 at Wichita. She was the daughter of George Lee Willsey, Jr. and the former Alberta Mae Beavers. She was born July 11, 1948 in Stevens County. Julett married Otto Dennis Klatt June 2, 1974 in Hugoton and later divorced. She loved to read books, go to church, sing, playing the piano, crochet and spending time with friends and family. Julett was a giver. She would buy everyone a birthday card and a Christmas present. Survivors include her son Dennis Lee Klatt of Hugoton; daughter Sue Ann (Klatt) Nereson of Liberal; her mother Alberta Willsey of Hugoton; brother Duane Willsey and wife Becky of Hugoton; sister Glenda McComack of Dallas, Tx.; granddaughter Jennifer Rose Nereson; and many other relatives and friends. Julett was preceded in death by her father.
For the mountains shall depart, and the hills be removed; but My kindness shall not depart from thee, neither shall the covenant of My peace be removed, saith the Lord that hath mercy on thee. Isaiah 54:10
Eileen Stewart Schartz
Funeral services were attended Saturday morning, March 10 at the First Church of God in Hugoton. Burial followed in Hugoton Cemetery with Pastor Israel Franco presiding. Paul’sRobson Funeral Home in Hugoton was in charge of arrangements. A memorial has been established to the Julett Ann Klatt Memorial. Memorials may be mailed to Paul’sRobson Funeral Home, PO Box 236, Hugoton, Ks 67951.
Friends and family gathered last week to remember and honor Eileen Schartz, age 41, who passed from this life Saturday, March 3, 2018 at Baptist St. Anthony’s Hospital in Amarillo, Tx. Born May 3, 1976 in Butler, Mo., Eileen was the daughter of Warren Stewart, Sr. and the former Marjorie Browning. Eileen had the opportunity to live in various places, mostly in Kansas. She graduated from Hugoton High School. She enjoyed spending time with her family and adored her grandchildren. Eileen was an avid pool player. Survivors include sons John Taylor of Rich Hill, Mo. and Joey Taylor of Bazine; daughter Lisa Taylor of Goodwell, Ok.; her brothers, Keith Cramer of Nevada, Mo., Leford Stewart of Billings, Mt., Shorty Stewart of Worland, Wy., Barry Stewart of Pennsylvania, Kenny Stewart of Rich Hill and John David Stewart of Odessa, Tx.; sisters, Wilma Stewart of Satanta and Janet Coffman of Tulsa, Ok.; her grandchildren, Evelyn
Taylor, Everett Taylor, Wade Taylor, Clayton Hull, Amelia Taylor, River Morris, Brystol Foster and the one expected in July. Eileen was preceded in death by her parents; brother Steve Stewart; and niece JoAnna Stewart. Funeral services were attended Friday afternoon, March 9 at the Assembly of God Church in Hugoton with Pastor Larry Bradford officiating. Memorials may be given to the Eileen Schartz Memorial Fund in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 423 S Main, Hugoton, Ks. 67951. Condolences may be posted at www.garnand funeralhomes.com.
Police Report 620-544-4959 • After Hours, 620-544-2020 Monday, March 5, 2018 • Dogs at Large, 800 Block of South Madison, Returned to Owner, ACO Smith • Welfare Check, 200 Block of North Jackson, All Okay, Sergeant Johnson Tuesday, March 6, 2018 • Missing Kid, 800 Block of North Main, Located, Officer Lamatsch • Civil Stand By, 300 Block of Jackson, Subject was No Show, Officer Lamatsch • Dogs at Large, 500 Block of West Eighth, Returned to Owner, ACO Smith • Dogs at Large, 400 Block of East Sixth, Returned to Owner, ACO Smith Wednesday, March 7, 2018 • Dogs at Large, 800 Block of Madison/Monroe, Returned to Owner, ACO Smith Thursday, March 8, 2018 • Dogs at Large, 300 Block of South Lincoln, Impounded Dogs, ACO Smith • Dog at Large, 800 Block of South Monroe, Dog Returned to Home, ACO Smith • Dog at Large, 500 Block of South Monroe, Returned to Owner, ACO Smith • Vehicle Unlock, Citizen Assist, Officer Crane Friday, March 9, 2018 • Dog at Large, 100 Block of Wilson, Unable to Locate,
Officer Lamatsch • Picked Up Dog, 100 Block of Wilson, Officer Lamatsch • Funeral Escort, 100 Block of South Main, Public Service, Officer Lamatsch/ACO Smith • Puppy At Large, Pizza Hut, Returned to Owner, Sergeant Johnson • Subject Knocking on Door, 900 Block of West City Limits, Unable to Locate Subject, Sergeant Johnson Saturday, March 10, 2018 • Dog at Large, 200 Block of South Lincoln, Unable to Locate, Officer Lamatsch • Fire, 900 Block of West City Limits, Officer Lamatsch • Dog at Large, 1400 Block of South Monroe, Unable to Locate, Officer Lamatsch • Dog at Large, 800 Block of South Main, Impounded Dogs, Sergeant Johnson Sunday, March 11, 2018 • Chase, 300 Block of South Harrison, Arrested Subject, Officer Lamatsch • Returned Dog, 1600 Block of South Washington, Public Service, Officer lamatsch • Non Injury Accident, 700 Block of South Main, Pers. Property Damage, Officer Lamatsch • Vehicle Unlock 300 Block of South Main, Citizen Assist, Officer Lamatsch
Insight Unless something changes in the moisture situation, Barb Downey and husband Joe Carpenter will not burn their grassland in the Flint Hills this season. The ranch couple report no (moisture) run-off event in more than a year on their native grassland in Riley and Wabaunsee counties. Every spring across the vast, open Flint Hills grasslands, fires blaze for miles. The flames lick at the blue Kansas sky as the brown, dry grass crinkles, crackles and bursts into orange. Cattlemen like this east-central Kansas couple understand that controlled burning remains a range management tool that helps maintain the economic viability of the Flint Hills. Fire remains an essential element of the ecosystem. Long before civilization came to the prairie, fires were ignited by lightning storms and the charred prairie restored the health of the native grasses. Native Americans set the first prairie fires. They used the fire to attract bison for easier hunting. Controlled burning by those who live on the tall-grass prairie of the Flint Hills is an annual event designed to mimic nature’s match. It’s part of a tradition – part of the culture of the communities and the people who inhabit this region of our state. This annual pasture burning only occurs for a few days each year. It is not a procedure that is drawn out and lasts for weeks. Weather conditions dictate the length of the burning seasons most years.
Terribly dry Not every cattleman burns his pastures every year. Instead, individual ranchers and landowners survey and decide each spring which pastures will benefit and produce a healthier, lush grass for livestock after burning. Often neighbors plan and burn together, giving them more hands to ensure a safe, controlled burn. Because of continued dry conditions, Downey and Carpenter fear they would not be able to control the burn this season. “It’s so dry and the winds blow nearly every day,” Barb says. “At the ground level, there’s no humidity in the thatch in our native grasses.” Downey believes her Flint Hills region remains in an extended drought. She’s not counting on moisture any time soon unless this weather pattern turns around drastically – and right away. For weeks the ranchers have watched forecasts that serve up the possibility of rain in the seven to tenday forecasts. By the time that period passes, there’s nothing. No moisture for the bone-dry Flint Hills. “The overriding reason we will not burn our grasslands this spring is because we’re going to need every little bit of forage we can get our hands on,” Barb explains. “We don’t care if it’s last year’s grass. At this point we need forage of any kind for our livestock.” Downey is the fourth generation in the ranching business. Her daughter represents the fifth. Decades of experience have provided this cattle family
By John Schlageck, Senior Editor/Writer, Kansas Farm Bureau with the know-how and knowledge to plan for their cattle enterprise. The current drought conditions began on their Riley and Wabaunsee county ranch back in 2005. Except for a couple of years of adequate moisture, drought has been a way of life for more than a decade. “2012 marked the peak of this extended drought here in the Flint Hills,” Barb says. “Right now, we’re already worse this year than in 2012.” Continued dry conditions indicate burning this March or April would ensure little, if any, pasture regrowth. Downey and Carpenter are already operating in “drought-crisis mode.” Irrigated land that would ordinarily soon be planted to corn will be planted to forage this spring. "We’re beyond the idea of burning,” Barb says. “Conditions today remain too dry. We’re not even receiving what I call ‘band-aid’ rains or brief showers, to help us along.” Some of the older cows will be culled earlier this year on the Downey and Carpenter ranch. They continue to look at options to lighten the feed load for their herd. “We’re planning for the worst, and hoping for better times ahead,” Barb says. “Without continued moisture and soon – we’re headed for trouble.” 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.
Bryce Peterson Lifelong Hugoton resident Bryce Steven Peterson of Hugoton, passed from this life Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at his home. He was 41. Bryce was born September 21, 1976 to Steven Peterson and the former Tammie Crane at Hugoton. October 10, 1997 he married Emily Campbell in Hugoton. She survives. Bryce attended school at Hugoton and graduated from Kansas City Community College in 2000 with an Associates Degree in Mortuary Science. Bryce worked as an Embalmer and Funeral Director at Miller Mortuary in Liberal; he was a perfectionist in his embalming skills and took great pride in his work. Bryce enjoyed shooting, fishing, camping, boating, riding his motorcycle, teasing his nieces and nephews and maintaining his yard. Bryce was very proud of his son's accomplishments! Mr. Peterson was a member of First Christian Church of Hugoton. Bryce is also survived by his parents Steve and Tammie Peterson of Hugoton; two sons, Trace Matthew Peterson of Camp Pendleton in Oceanside, Ca. and Takoda Eckert of Manhattan; his brother Tylan Peterson and wife Veronica of Hugoton; sister Tanae Cox of Hugoton; and
his grandmother Karolyn Crane of Hugoton. Those preceding Bryce in death are his brother Chastin Peterson; grandparents Bill and Marylou Peterson; and grandfather Don Crane. Funeral services were attended Monday morning, March 12 at the First Christian Church in Hugoton with Sr. Minister Heath Kelley officiating. Burial followed at the Hugoton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials to Pheasant Heaven Charities or Miller Mortuary in care of Miller Mortuary, PO Box 826, Liberal, Ks 67905-0826. Friends may send condolences to the family through Bryce's tribute Web page at www.millermortuary.net.
Tina Higgins Former Rolla resident Tina Louise Higgins, 56, passed away Thursday, March 1, 2018 at her home in Liberal. Tina was born to Leroy and Norma Lakin Higgins December 26, 1961 in Hugoton. Tina graduated from Rolla High School. She worked for Mosaic as a traveling CAN. Survivors include her son Justin Higgins and wife Edlin of Liberal; her three brothers, Alan Higgins of Hugoton, Royce Higgins and wife Marilyn of Rawlins, Wy. and Terry Higgins and wife Stacy of Rawlins, Wy.; sister Judy Williams and wife Scott of Littleton, Co.; and her three grandchildren, Kaidyn Higgins, and Destiny and Jayden
Lavato. Tina is preceded in death by her parents. Per Tina’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 17 at the Rolla United Methodist Church.
Leroy Carson, III Former Guymon, Ok. resident Leroy Lee Carson, III, recently of Hugoton, passed away Friday evening, March 9, 2018 at the Memorial Hospital of Texas County. He was 68. The son of Roy Edward Carson and the former Iris L. Watkins, he was born June 9, 1949 in Lancaster, Pa. Leroy attended school in Lancaster, graduating with the Class of 1968. Following graduation he made a career in the United States Air Force, retiring in 1992. He was an Aircraft Technician serving in Vietnam and in support of Operation Desert Shield/Storm. Following his Honorable Discharge, Leroy moved to the Guymon area in 1995 and to Hugoton in 2011. May 31, 1997, he was married to Angie Evans in Hugoton. Leroy was preceded in death by his parents and daughter Judy Carson. Survivors include his wife Angie of the home; three children, Roman Martinez and wife Kim of Guymon, Missie Vanderwater and husband Jim of Norman, Ok. and Matt Martinez and Tiffany of El Reno, Ok.; eight grandchildren, Skyler, Shanda, Marissa, Matthew, Lane, Tyler, Tristan and Alex; four great grandchildren,
Xavier, Xerick, Kage and Robin; his sister Mary Jane Good; two brothers, Leonard Carson and wife Del and John Carson and wife Terri all of Lancaster; and his nieces and nephews, Davy Carson and wife Linda, Lisa Carson, Duane Good and Rick Good. Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon, March 13 at the Bunch – Roberts Funeral Home with Rev. Van Heckle officiating. Interment with military honors followed in the Hugoton Cemetery. Services were under the care of the Bunch – Roberts Funeral Home of Guymon. Memorials in memory of Leroy may be given to a charity of choice. Memorials will be accepted at the Bunch – Roberts Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1112, Guymon, Ok 73942.
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Greg Orman and John Doll begin gubernatorial campaign Independent gubernatorial hopeful Greg Orman of Lenexa, and his running mate State Senator John Doll of Garden City, began their campaign by stopping at the Hugoton Senior Center Wednesday afternoon. Earlier that morning, John Doll had gone by the Finney County Clerk’s office in Garden City to formally change his political affiliation from Republican to the Independent party. He will run as Orman’s lieutenant governor in this fall’s gubernatorial election.
Orman asked John to be part of this campaign to provide him with a voice from western and rural Kansas. Former State Senator Steve Morris endorsed these two candidates when he introduced them at the meet and greet meeting Wednesday. Many Hugoton people showed up to meet the two candidates. Both Orman and Doll feel they would be successful as independents because many people are not satisfied with either the Republican or the Democratic Parties.
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What’s Happenin’ 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. 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 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. Until March 31 - Cotton Info: West Texas/Oklahoma/ Kansas Pool sign-in/out period is March 1-31. Call 620-5982008 or visit Northwest Cotton Growers Co-op Gin. March 17 - Free Health Fair from 7:00 to 11:30 a.m., sponsored by Pioneer Communications and Pioneer Electric, in the Walker Auditorium at the Grant County Civic Center in Ulysses. Pioneer Telephone Association’s annual meeting will be at 10:00 a.m. in the South Room of the Civic Center. A free lunch will be served at 12:00 noon for members and friends of the Association. Fasting after
midnight is strong suggested. March 19 - Commissioners meeting 8:30 am at Commissioners’ room in basement of Courthouse. March 21-22 - Leo’s Sharpening “Look for the Red Caboose” will be in Hugoton Wednesday, March 21 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Thursday, March 22 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. March 24 - Zeta Greene and associates will hostess the March Dermot Community Supper, starting at 7:00 p.m. at the Dermot School. Call 620360-4662 or 620-593-4662 for information. March 30 - Stevens County Library will be closed for Good Friday March 31 - Easter cantata “In Christ
The American Legion Boys State of Kansas Leadership Academy is now taking applications for its 2018 session. The event - in its eighty-first year - will take place Sunday, June 3, through Friday, June 8, at Kansas State University in Manhattan. The ALBSKLA is for young men who will enter their senior year of high school in the fall of 2018. It provides a relevant, interactive, problem-solving experience in leadership and teamwork that develops self-identity, promotes mutual respect and instills civic responsibility. Boys State is a “learning by doing” political exercise that simulates elections, political parties and government at the state, county and local levels, providing opportunities to lead under pressure, showcasing character and working effectively within a team. It’s also an opportunity to gain pride and respect for government and the price paid by members of the military to preserve democracy. At a minimum, applicants should be in the top half of their high school class and be involved in extracurricular activities in their school and community. Potential delegates can also be nominated to attend by their high school counselor or other in-
fluential people in their lives. The cost to attend the Boys State of Kansas program is $325; however, in many instances, sponsors pay for the majority of the fees, with the delegate or his family paying a $50 applicant fee. Those wishing to apply to the program should visit http://kansasboysstate.com to fill out an application, due
by Monday, April 30, along with the fees to guarantee a spot in the program. Potential sponsors, such as American Legion posts, civic organizations, businesses, clubs and interested individuals, or those with questions, should contact Troy Fowler, ALBSKLA director of operations, at troy.fowler@ksbstate.org.
Alone” will be presented for the community at Moscow Baptist Church. Everyone is invited - bring your family and friends! April 1 - Happy Easter! - Easter cantata “In Christ Alone” will be presented at Moscow Baptist Church during their regular services at 10:30 a.m. April 2-30 - Photography Exhibit at the Stevens County Library April 2 - Commissioners meeting 8:30 am at Commissioners’ room in basement of Courthouse.
notified that Merit Energy Company has filed an Application for an exception to the ten-year time limitation of K.A.R. 82-3-111 for the Kinney Chester Sand Unit 503 well, located in the Northeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 25, Township 34 South, Range 35 West, Stevens County, Kansas, API # 15-189-20705-00-00.
BEFORE THE STATE CORPORATION COMMISSION OF THE STATE OF KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF MERIT ENERGY COMPANY, LLC, FOR AN EXCEPTION TO THE 10-YEAR TIME LIMITATION OF K.A.R. 82-3-111 FOR ITS KINNEY CHESTER SAND UNIT 503 WELL IN THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 34 SOUTH, RANGE 35 WEST, STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS.
YOU are further notified that unless written protest is received by the State Corporation Commission within fifteen (15) days after publication of this Notice, the Application in this matter will be granted by administrative approval after said 15 day period. Any such protest should be mailed to the State Corporation Commission of the State of Kansas, Conservation Division, 266 North Main, Suite 220, Wichita, Kansas, 67202, and to the Applicant at the address shown.
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Fire 544-2025 ---- Ambulance 544-2562 Stevens County Emergency Services run activity February 26 through March 11. Fire Department Tuesday, February 27, 2:06 p.m. – dispatched to Road Z and Road 23 for a cotton stripper fire. Wednesday, February 28, 8:44 a.m. – called out to 2138 Road 18 for an industrial accident for an ambulance assist. Thursday, March 1, 8:13 a.m. - sent to 2276 Hwy 51 for a report of a structure fire, nothing was found. Saturday, March 3, 2:58 p.m. – call on by Morton County for mutual aid for a wildland fire. Saturday, March 3, 6:29 p.m. – dispatched to Road P and Cemetery Road for a motor vehicle accident. Sunday, March 4, 11:35 a.m. – called out to Hwy 56
and Road Z for a bale stack fire. Monday, March 5, 1:30 p.m. – sent out to Hwy 51 and Road 22 for a grass/corn stubble fire. Tuesday, March 6, 12:02 p.m. – dispatched to Road Z and Road 6 for a wildland fire. Tuesday, March 6, 11:11 p.m. – called out to Hwy 51 between Road 22 and Road 23 for a motor vehicle accident. Saturday, March 10, 5:47 p.m. – sent to 801 West City Limits for evergreen trees on fire. Ambulance Activity Six medical runs, three transfers, two Life Flights, two motor vehicle accidents and three fire standbys. Reminder, there is a County wide burn ban in effect. No open burning is allowed until further notice.
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From page 1 be called first; if they make the arrangement they will pay for the room. Paula then said Stevens County may need to set up a decision making tree and call the first on the list. She also suggested a voucher system to pay for the motel rooms saying the displaced citizen could receive a voucher and the motel would turn it in to the County Clerk for payment. Requirements for FEMA shelters were discussed as well as other concerns.
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Rowden then introduced Leslie Bissell, Executive Director and Clinical Psychologist with Southwest Guidance Center. Leslie explained the area they cover, days they are in locations and number of employees they have. She elaborated on the services they provide and resources they have available. Leslie said they see people for general depression, anxiety, PTSD, bi-polar and schizophrenia just to name a few. Rodney asked if they see people for Critical Incident Stress Debrief (CISD). Leslie said they do CISD and explained how it changed over the last few years and how these trainings can be handled. Leslie then explained the educational opportunities they provide. She started by saying the suicide rate has increased in Kansas by 30 percent over the last five years and they provide trainings that focus on suicide intervention. A Mental First Aide Class has been offered by SW Guidance since 2008 for adult learners. The class levels are Adult, Youth and Public Safety Officers. The Youth class focuses on students that are aged 12 – 21 and look at behaviors and signs of mental illness. This class mainly teaches awareness. The Adult class is geared to look at those aged 18 – senior citizens and focuses on mental health issues that impact that age
group. The third is public safety officer training that focuses more in detail about PTSD and what it would look like with psychosis. This class also addresses how to deal with issues in public safety and mental health and how they “can bump up against each other”. All three of the classes use a five step action plan of how to help with mental health emergencies. These classes are each eight hours long. The suicide training “Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training” (ASIST) is a two day class. The first part of the class deals with the students’ beliefs and attitudes around suicide, as they impact your ability or willingness to be a caregiver. The remainder of the class deals with the “pathway for assisting life”. This training isn’t about fixing all of their problems it’s geared to help the student learn how to help people in a really dark place. A place where living and dying is both really difficult and they can’t handle the pain anymore. It teaches the student to help those people move from that dark place to a place of “staying safe for now”. There is a charge for this class but because of a generous donation, some people like first responders and others may qualify to get the class at no cost. Leslie was asked if these trainings are done in schools and she explained
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BETHEL FRIENDS CHURCH 11th & Jefferson - 544-8517 Roy Bogan, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Service - 10:30 a.m. Wed Evening Ministries - 6:30 p.m. (Children, Youth, & Adult)
CHURCH OF CHRIST 1045 S. Van Buren Church: 544-2825 Home: 453-0965 Lee Rottman 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.
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
HUGOTON BAPTIST CHURCH Eighth and Main 544-2210 Pastor Gary Stafford Parsonage - 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. Blended Worship Celebration - 10:45 a.m. Jr. High & Sr. High Youth Group - Sunday 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Evening Adult Study - 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wednesday - 8:00 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
ST. HELEN CATHOLIC CHURCH 1011 South Jefferson Street 544-2551 Sunday - 11:00 a.m. English Mass - 1:00 p.m. - Spanish Mass
TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH 516 N.E. Avenue 544-2355 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. Wed. Jr. High Youth Fellowship - 5:30 p.m. Wed. Sr. High Youth Fellowship - 7:00 p.m. Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. HugotonUMC.com
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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 - 6:00 p.m. Team Kids (Wed.) - 3:30-5:00p.m. Sept.-Apr. Youth Study Thursday - 7:00 p.m. Interim Pastor Neal Foster
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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.
598-2426 Lay Leader Patty Lahey 598-2426 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.
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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 593-4596 Lead Pastor Becky Davison Morning Worship - 9:00 a.m.
RICHFIELD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Lead Pastor Richard Fitzgerald Morning Worship - 9:00 a.m.
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you have read and be eligible for a weekly prize. STEVENS COUNTY FITNESS CENTER MEMBERSHIP Check out a Fitness Center fob from the Stevens County Library! The checkout is good for a one week, basic membership with unlimited access to the center, and is available one time per year to our adult patrons. Of course, all Fitness Center rules, regulations, instructions, service, and liability apply. ART EXHIBITION There are still a few pieces that need to be collected. Come in and pick up your items any time. LIBRARY CLOSING The library will be closed Friday, March 30. CIRCLE TIME Only six Circle Time sessions remaining! The final Circle Time will be April 25.
Tiny Bailey Sophia received her "Born to Read" packet this morning at the library. Each packet contains a book, a bib, a toy, and information on the importance of reading even to one this small. Welcome to the world and the library little Miss Bailey!
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he Lord’s Prayer is noteworthy for being a petition to God to fulfill our basic needs, though in a very modest way. To ask of God that He give us “our daily bread” suggests that our basic physical needs are really quite modest, and that we should be content with meeting those needs with something as simple as bread. It also drives home the point that we are beggars of God. All of us, from the richest to the poorest, rely on God’s beneficent hand. The richest among us have been given the most, and should be thankful stewards of God’s gifts. The poorest among us have perhaps been liberated from the trials and tribulations of caring for piles of material things, and that too is reason to be grateful. There is nothing shameful in being a beggar, because we are all, in effect, beggars, since none of us created the material from which we draw our lives. Being beggars is perhaps a reason to be humble, but not something for which we should be ashamed. Keep in mind that everything ultimately comes from God and belongs to God.
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PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT The annual photography exhibit is scheduled for April. Amateur and professional photographers are encouraged to register their items and bring works to the library from March 26 through 29. The exhibit will begin Monday, April 2 and will run through the entire month of April. ADULT WINTER READING PROGRAM The adult winter reading program, “A Blizzard of Books,” will continue until the end of March. Enter the books
R'Bree and Ren have experienced 200 books in the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library. Fantastic work R'Bree and Ren!
“Give us each day our daily bread.” —Luke 11:3 NIV
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that they are done in schools and it is called “Yellow Ribbon”. It has two parts, one for personnel and the other for students. She briefly explained what these classes contain and the targeted audience. Paula thanked Leslie and announced that the next LEPC meeting is planned for Wednesday, June 6, 2018 at 11:30 a.m. Meeting adjourned.
The Cloud County Community College women's basketball team had two players recognized by the Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference Thursday as freshman Scout Frame and sophomore Kelsi Mueller were each voted Second-Team All-Conference. Mueller had a record-setting season of her own this past winter as the dynamic 5'2'' guard out of Hugoton set the school record for made 3-pointers (97) in a single season. She averaged 13.1 points per game and was an iron-
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man for the T-Birds, averaging a team-high 32.9 minutes per contest as a sophomore. Mueller will graduate from Cloud County second in 3-pointers made in a game (8), fourth in 3-
pointers made in a career (146), and No. 31 in all-time scoring at 656 points. Submitted by Cloud County Community College (CCCC).
Bridge Club appreciates fill-in player Larry Bradford Dorothy Hagman hosted the Bridge Club players last week at the Hugoton Senior Center. Taking first place was Donita Graham with her high score. Dave Eckert and Midge Greenwood tied for second, while Bernetta Nichols came in third. The players would like to show their appreciation to Larry Bradford, who stepped
in at a moment’s notice and played a few hands last Thursday. Two players had to leave the game early to attend their grandkids’ music program at the elementary school. Larry did a great job and will play again! If you’re interested in joining the Bridge Club, contact Dorothy Hagman at 620544-2945.
Senior Lifestyles 624 S. Main, Hugoton • 620-544-2283 A good Monday morning to all! This time change, here again, just to confuse us all. The lunch attendance has been down somewhat due to the bad, cold, weather we had earlier and then this “flu” and “colds” everyone has had. Even the staff has had to make a lot of arrangements or rearrangements. Anyway we will certainly be glad when this all passes. The really good cure would be a general rain. Nancy Schmidt would like to come down and give the Safe Driving class, in a couple of months. Taking this class will help on your insurance. I will keep you posted. There was a good crowd at the dance Saturday, March 10. Thanks to everyone who attended. We appreciate all of you. Remember lunch is served from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Please come and join us. Menu Mar. 15 .........Polish Sausage
Mar. 16 ..........................Chili Mar. 19..................Ham Loaf Mar. 20 ..Chicken & Noodles Mar. 21 ................Taco Salad Mar. 22...............Hamburger Activities Thursday, March 15 Exercise................10:30 a.m. Bridge...................12:30 p.m. Friday, March 16 Exercise................10:30 a.m. Bingo....................12:30 p.m. Saturday, March 17 Cards......................6:00 p.m. Monday, March 19 Exercise................10:30 a.m. Line Dance ............6:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 20 Exercise................10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 21 Exercise................10:30 a.m. Paint & Crafts ......12:30 p.m. Thursday, March 22 Exercise................10:30 a.m. Bridge...................12:30 p.m. Stevens County Senior Activity Center is located at 624 S. Main in Hugoton. For activities, call 620-544-2283 and for meals, call 620-5448041.
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Governor declares drought emergency, warnings and watches for all 105 Kansas Counties
Memories from yesteryear Russell and Ada Harris Russell and Ada Harris married in Reno County in 1912 and came to Stevens County in 1916 by covered wagon. They had a farm in the High Point neighborhood, a mile west of the C.R. Fulk farm, now occupied by Garland and Marjorie Persinger. Russell had just finished their first house when it burned to the ground, together with all their possessions. He rebuilt, and they lived there until 1925 when they purchased the Gem Theatre in Hugoton from Charles Nolan. The Gem Theatre Building is now the E-Z Bowl owned and operated by Mr. and Mrs. Steve Akers. (Now in 2018, it is currently Barb’s Den.) The Harris family showed silent movies in the Gem Theatre which was also used as a skating rink, and by traveling groups of stage players such as the old “Hazel Hurd” performers. After many of these live performances, the seats were removed, and dances were held. Huldah Bell Kilbourne played the piano for background music for all the silent movies at the Gem. Russell and Ada built and opened the Harris Theatre on Main Street in 1930 with the first talking pictures. It was strictly a family affair during the Dirty Thirties and the Depression with their three children, Merle, Glen “Bing” and Doris Mae, pitching in to paint and deliver advertising, clean the theatre, change the marquee, sell tickets and run the projection machines. Mr. and Mrs. Harris retired in 1945 and left the management of the Harris Theatre and Buckhorn Tavern to the oldest son Merle. The need for a larger theatre brought Russell and Ada out of retirement in 1948 when they finished and opened the Rusada Theatre. Their daughter-in-law Thelma suggested combining the
The Tavern was opened by the Harris family in 1929 as a pool hall. It was converted to a beer tavern in 1947. Later it was leased out and two first names, Russell and Ada, and thus the name Rusada Theatre. In 1953, the Harris family expanded further by building the Hugoton DriveIn Theatre. This drive-in theatre was sold to Charlie Broaddus in 1974, and the Rusada Theatre was sold to Richard Dudley of Ulysses in 1975. Mr. Dudley renamed the theatre, Movies II, and he still operates it. (1979) As far as is known The Tavern, still owned by the Harris family but leased to Erwin Failes and known as Grizzly’s Bar, is the oldest continuous business on Main Street owned by the same family. It was built as a pool hall in 1929 by Russell Harris and converted to a beer tavern in 1947. The old Harris Theatre was remodeled into an auto parts store in the late 1950’s and is now the Otasco Store owned by Raymond Berry.
called Grizzly’s Bar. It is the oldest continuous business on Main Street owned by the same family.
Governor Jeff Colyer, MD issued Drought Declarations for Kansas counties with Executive Order 18-11 at a press conference with Secretary of Agriculture Jackie McClaskey and Kansas Water Office Director Tracy Streeter. The declaration includes all 105 counties either in an emergency, warning or watch status. “The entire State of Kansas has been considered in drought or abnormally dry conditions for the past several weeks,” said Governor Colyer. “This has led to an extremely high risk of fire hazards and many have already occurred.” The drought declaration placed 28 counties in emergency status, 29 into a warning status and 48 into a watch status. “While wildfires are the most urgent concern at this point, water supplies can be dramatically impacted in a very short period of time, especially as we start to
enter into spring and summer months,” said Streeter. “The Governor’s Drought Response Team will continue to monitor the situation closely as future outlooks call for drought persisting and make recommendations to the Governor as necessary.” Counties who are in emergency stage are eligible for emergency use of water from certain state fishing lakes due to the Kansas Water Office (KWO) Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Kansas Department of Wildlife Parks and Tourism (KDWPT). Among the counties listed in drought emergency are Grant, Haskell, Morton, Seward, Stanton and Stevens. For more detailed information about current conditions, see the Kansas Climate Summary and Drought Report on the Kansas Water Office Web site at: www.kwo.ks.gov.
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The Harris Theatre was built in 1930 by the Harris family. It was destroyed by fire in the year 1943 but the Harris family rebuilt it.
Taken from the “History of Stevens County and Its People”, published in 1979.
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Skylynn has joined the Stevens County Library's 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge! Welcome Skylynn!
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IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERT COOK SHERWOOD, DECEASED Case No. 2018 PR 9 NOTICE OF HEARING (Chapter 59) THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified a petition has been filed on February 27, 2018, in this Court by Sarah Sherwood, as heir of the will and estate of Robert Cook Sherwood, deceased, and as executor named in his will, praying for admission to probate of the Last Will and Tes-
KDA announces Specialty Crop Grant opportunity The Kansas Department of Agriculture is accepting applications for the 2018 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP). Funds for the program are awarded to the agency by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service (USDA–AMS). The funds are in turn granted to projects and organizations promoting the competitiveness of specialty crops by
tament of Robert Cook Sherwood, dated June 18, 2012, and for informal administration, which is filed with the petition. You are hereby required to file your written defenses thereto on or before the 2nd day of April, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. of said day, in the district courtroom at the county courthouse, in the City of 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. All parties interested in the estate will govern themselves accordingly. Sarah Sherwood, Petitioner KRAMER, NORDLING & NORDLING, LLC 209 East Sixth Street Hugoton, Kansas 67951 Telephone: (620) 544-4333
Army Cutworm Scouting and Control in Alfalfa Army cutworm populations in alfalfa can easily go undetected because the majority of the feeding activity is early and underground. It is not until we notice areas of the field not greening up and not growing as vigorously that we may realize we have a problem. Because cutworms are feeding at or under the soil surface, there is no substitute method of scouting than getting down on the ground and scratching around the alfalfa crowns. One method of scouting involves picking a spot in the field and then scratching a three foot by three foot area with a small garden rake to try to bring the worms to the surface in order to get a count. I always preferred to place a flag in the center to help provide a reference point from which to work. Using your rake, or the handle of a pair of pliers, dig down about two inches and flip the soil in the air a little. Be sure to get in under the foliage and up to the plant crowns. By flipping the soil, the worms will tend to land on the surface and allow you to get a count as you go.
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Once completed, simply divide the number of worms found by nine to give you the number of cutworms per square feet. Repeat this process several times in various spots in the field. Another method of detection is to sift the soil through a coarse mesh screen in four or five places in the field. Army cutworm damage usually occurs in alfalfa from late January through early April. Worms will have the worst effect on small plants but can also reduce the first cutting on well established alfalfa if numbers are high enough. entomologists K-State recommend treating cutworms when two or more larvae per square foot are present in seedling alfalfa fields or if four or more larvae per square foot are found in established fields. Keep in mind these thresholds only work if the producer is confident he or she is getting an accurate count of the number of cutworm larvae per square foot in the field, otherwise treatment thresholds should be reduced.
Alfalfa fields with cutworm populations greater than one per square foot should be monitored closely and the evaluation of additional spots in the field may be warranted. As we move into spring, the cutworms will pupate, and the feeding will stop. If the majority of larvae being found are 1 ¼ inch long or larger, they are close to pupating and treatment is not justified. A number of treatment options exist including 0.8 to 1.6 fluid oz/acre Baythroid XL or 0.015 to 0.025 lb. a.i./acre Lambdacyhalothrin (Warrior II type products). Cutworms above the soil surface will be treated at the time of application. A light irrigation of 0.25 inch of water following treatment will move the insecticide down into the larvae’s activity zone. For a complete list of recommended treatment products, review K-State Research and Extension’s Alfalfa Insect Management guide - available online - or contact me at the Stevens County Extension office 620-544-4359.
their ability to successfully promote specialty crops in Kansas and make a positive impact on the Kansas economy. Those recommendations will be submitted to the Kansas Secretary of Agriculture, who will make the final awards. Applications are due to KDA no later than 5:00 p.m. April 23, 2018. For more information, or to download the 2018 application, go to www.agriculture.ks.gov/spe cialtycrop. This grant opportunity supports the development of partnerships and resources that will grow the Kansas specialty crop industry, which is the growth objective for that sector within the Kansas agricultural growth strategy project. For more information about the Kansas Ag Growth project or about specialty crops in Kansas, go to www.agriculture.ks. gov/GrowAg.
Elisha Staggers of Moscow competed at the Ellis County 4-H Shooting contest March 3 where she placed second in air rifle and third in BB gun in her age division. Elisha has met the qualifications to participate in both BB gun and air rifle at the state 4-H shooting match at Garden City in April. Photo courtesy of Ron Honig.
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USDA’s Kansas Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has set the cutoff date for submitting applications for the Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG) program for April 13, 2018. For 2018, NRCS expanded the conservation priority categories, allowing applicants more choices to target their application. And a portion of this year’s funding is targeted for historically underserved producers. This year’s grant carves out 25% of the funding for applicants from underserved producers, Veteran farmers and ranchers, or community-based organizations representing these groups. Find more information about historically underserved producer criteria by visiting the following Web page: https://www.nrcs. usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/d etail/national/people/outreach/slbfr/?cid=nrcsdev11_ 001040. CIG is a program to spur the development and adoption of innovative conservation practices and technologies. In general, CIG funds pilot projects, field
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achieving defined performance measures. The purpose of the specialty crop program is to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops. Specialty crops are defined by the USDA as “fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticulture, and nursery crops, including floriculture.” Each state that applies to participate in the SCBGP is reviewed and approved by
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demonstrations, and onfarm conservation projects gathering statistical data about conservation practices done using typical farm equipment. There are six priority categories for 2018: • Data Analytics for Natural Resources Conservation • Precision Conservation Approaches • Grazing Lands (Invasive Species) • Soil Quality/Soil Health • Water Quality and Quantity • Wildlife (Pollinator Conservation) Eligible applicants are nongovernmental entities, state and local government units, individuals, and American Indian tribes. NRCS will award up to $50,000 in matching funds per project. A total of $200,000 is available for fiscal year 2018. The project’s matching contribution can be in-kind matching rather than a dollar-for-dollar match. As an example, the dollar equivalent salary the applicant is contributing to the project can be used as part of the matching portion of the grant. Applications must be submitted by 4:00 p.m. CST April 13, 2018 on grants.gov. The application process is available online and more information about CIG can be found on the Kansas NRCS Web site at https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/ wps/portal/nrcs/site/national/home/. Submitted by the USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service.
Thomas Willis, Grant Niehues and Zachary Willis show the first place prize they won at the Seward County Community College Livestock Show. The three boys and Lainey Cox - not pictured made up the Champion Junior Livestock Judging team. Thomas also won fourth individually and Zachary won third as an individual. Keep up the great work! Photo courtesy of Les McNally.
Beginning farmers benefit from USDA program By Wyatt Fraas, wyattf@cfra.org, Center for Rural Affairs Interest in farming is strong. We hear from beginners, as well as retiring farmers and ranchers, each day who are looking for opportunities and searching for solutions to farm transition. The 2008 farm bill introduced USDA’s first - and so far only - program focused on the next generation of farmers: the Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program. The program funds organizations to conduct training activities, and during the past nine years, 250 projects have reached 60,000 beginners. Nearly all projects include business management training, skills previous generations of farmers largely had to learn on the job. Surveys and interviews with project leaders have revealed farmer-to-farmer mentoring and information sharing were very effective; helping new farmers create networks of peers and advisors was valuable; and one-
on-one advising addressed specific needs. Organizations have also benefited from the program. Many developed tools and resources, now widely shared; with a majority still available. The Center for Rural Affairs, for example, led one project (with three partners), and has participated in six other projects nationwide. Fifty-six percent of projects were led by organizations, and 40 percent were led by land-grant universities. Partnerships are required, which joins the strengths of several organizations and creates lasting networks. The program required 25 percent of funds to reach underserved and s o c i a l l y- d i s a d v a n t a g e d farmers; more than half the funding served these audiences. A report on the program’s impacts, “Cultivating the Next Generation,” by National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition, can be found at http://sustainableagricul ture.net/publications/bfrdp/.
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Thursday, March 13, 2003 February 21 was a red, white and blue letter day for Dr. Sam. Dr. Sam (Dr. Samer Al-Hasmi, M.D.) took the oath as a new citizen of the United States of America, a day he had been waiting for since February 14, 1993 when he arrived in New York City to start his Internal Medicine residency. Dr. Sam graduated from medical school at Damascus University in 1986. He spent the next four years in the Internal Medicine residency program sponsored by Damascus University in Syria. In 1990, he graduated as an internist with an
Honor’s Degree. Dr. Sam came to Hugoton January 5, 1996 on a JI Visa, which is given to exchange visitors. In order for him to get his permanent residency or ‘green card,’ he had to serve two years in a rural area. His patients are glad he stayed. Thursday, March 12, 1998 For a guy who just won $364,483 in the Kansas Lottery, Doug Richardson seems pretty calm. He had bought the winning ticket at the Hugoton Presto. Richardson points out about a third of that amount will go to taxes. He plans to go see his kids and grandkids and maybe buy another car with the
money. Thursday, March 10, 1988 Jack Martin has been elected as the 1988-1989 President of the Kansas Fair Board. Jack has been president of the Stevens County Fair Board for the past eight years, so he has had a lot of experience for the job. Friday, March 12, 1948 A fire and explosion about 11:30, Tuesday morning, caused considerable damage to the White Eagle service station on north Main Street. Harlan Hershey, the Socony Vacuum agent, had backed his tank truck up to fill the underground tanks and spilled some of the gasoline.
Attendants, Albert Stewart and Jim Ausbun, washed away the spill but the fumes spread into the restroom. The fire in the hot water heater in the restroom caused the explosion, enveloping the west side of the station in flames and set off a second explosion of an empty alcohol barrel. On the coldest day of the year, the fire department came and with the use of chemicals, got the fire out with no worries. 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.
Museum Update Submitted by Stevens County Gas and Historical Museum Curator Stanley McGill. Curator Stanley McGill found this February 26, 1976 copy of The Hugoton Hermes. Leap Year, as everyone knows, is special. Coming only once every four years, it allows gals to go a courtin’ and even propose marriage if they find a special fella. But, Leap Year is also special for another reason. Anyone born February 29 only has an official birthday every four years. Edith Campbell Thomson is just such a person. Although she has been on this earth a good number of years, she has had only 21 birthdays. Mrs. Thomson, who was born in 1888 in a sod dugout just three miles south of her present home in Moscow, is a published author and historian. Her parents were pioneers from West Virginia but Edith is “all Kansan”. Edith taught school in Stevens and Seward Counties for 28 years. She attended school in Liberal and graduated there. Edith Campbell married Will Thomson in 1910 and they had two children. Will, a long time area farmer, died in 1958. Their son, Ronald, now lives in Manitou Springs, Co. Their daughter. Beatrice Reazin, lives in Weskan. Edith has seven grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Edith has always had a tremendous love for people and especially children. She recalls her first month of teaching and how she earned $45. She was so excited but she also remembers she lost $10 of it. That didn’t dim her enthusiasm for teaching, however, and she continued in that career for many years. Even now, after her retirement, youngsters and adults alike continue to learn from Edith. Edith has devoted her life, since her husband’s death, to writing poetry, articles and books. She is well known for her knowledge of the history
of Kansas and particularly southwest Kansas. She has written three books: Pages From The Southwest, The Lone Hill Story, and History of Stevens County. She has contributed articles and poetry to The Hugoton Hermes and The Southwest Daily Times for many years in addition to other newspapers and magazines. Many of her mementos of the past have been transferred to the Stevens County Gas and Historical Museum for preservation just as her priceless knowledge of the saga of the Western Prairie has been preserved in her books. Edith, very active, approaching her twenty-first birthday, is a member of the Writers Club, Moscow Methodist Church, and of all things, the Birthday Club! Asked when she celebrated her birthday during the years when she really didn’t have one, Edith replied, “Oh, I just celebrated for the whole week!" Edith recalls she has always been remembered for her birthday, even if she didn’t officially have one. A few minutes with Edith Campbell Thomson will reveal some of the character traits that have seen her through the good times and the bad of her life. She has a sharp and inquisitive mind, she has a great deal of determination and a good sense of humor. She cares - truly cares - about people and life. She enjoys giving and receiving and delights in mutual exchange of ideas, memories and attitudes. Edith is undoubtedly looking forward to her birthday February 29 and will look forward to the next one in 1980. And it’s unlikely she’ll skip any celebrating in between. The Stevens County Gas and Historical Museum is open Monday through Friday from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
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MHS makes first State basketball appearance in nearly 40 years The Moscow boys’ team made their first appearance at the State tournament in over 39 years this past Wednesday. Before the guys got sent off, the school enjoyed a small pep rally for the whole school to help recognize and send the guys off. Each of the players were
Wildcat starters at the State game - in their white jerseys - include from left to right, starting with #1 Jaylen Mendez, #3 Javier Marquez,
Cheer Squad are left to right Isabella Hall, Molleigh McCormack, Marisol Gomez, Caitlyn McIntire, Brittney Stuckey, Morgan
#5 Axel Granillo, #20 Kage Allen and #30 Jalen Shaddix. The boys are coached by Brett Harp and Lowell Harp. Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll.
Lahey, Gina Olivas, Adriana Salcedo and Alexis Hastey. Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll.
called out and recognized with their moms or other family members giving them a little gift bag with some goodies for the road in it. The cheerleaders were also given gift baggies for the trip. The City of Moscow voted and decided to give the team the support of paying for their dinner that evening. The city sent money for everyone on the bus to eat. The pep band played the school song and the guys lined up to give high fives to the grade schoolers before going through a spirit line of junior high and other high school students and staff to get on the bus. The #3 seed Moscow met up with #6 seed Sharon Springs/Wallace County. The boys played a tough game that ended in their defeat 5458. They fought hard till the very end with Kage Allen earning the high scorer title
Senior Gaby Granillo shoots a free throw. Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll. for the game with 15 points. Javi Marquez had ten points, Jaylen Mendez earned nine, and Axel Granillo had six points. Both Justyn Allen and Jalen Shaddix got five points each, and Gaby Granillo had three points.
Senior Jalen Shaddix lines up for a free throw. Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll.
Tips to support your favorite team
Even the most ardent fan may have room for improvement when it comes to supporting his or her team. Here are a few ideas to make cheering for a favorite team even more enjoyable. Attend a game Fans who never get to see their team play in person may miss out on a unique experience. The atmosphere and energy of sitting in a stadium or arena cannot compete with a television simulcast. Ardent
fans can resolve to attend a game in person this season. Enroll in employee entertainment clubs to receive discounts on sports tickets among other types of entertainment. Host a game watch Build camaraderie with fellow fans by hosting a game watch. A routine sports night is a great way to get together with friends and family members. Gather a group at your house each week to watch a favorite team battle it out on the big
screen. Or get together with fellow fans in the community at a sports bar or restaurant, combining a night out on the town with your passion for sports. Get the kids involved Spread the love of fandom to a new generation. Schools and youth organizations can encourage children to support local scholastic teams. Organize field trips to sporting events to involve as many students as possible. Remember to do your part to support your favorite teams in various ways. Submitted by Metro Editorial Services.
Senior Javi Marquez looks to make a play. Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll.
Seniors Kage Allen and Jaylen Mendez play defense. Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll.
Moscow High School’s basketball team members are announced over the loudspeaker before play begins at State in Dodge City this past week. The Moscow Wildcats represented their school at the State basketball tournament for the first time in 39 years
this year. The Cats were knocked out of play in the first round, but their heart and dedication to the sport and to their school will go down in the history books. We’re so proud of you Wildcats! Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll.
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State Basketball From page 1 title. However on this night, that goal ended with the new powerhouse Baldwin, which dispatched the defending champs and sent them to a third-place game Saturday. The Lady Eagles never seemed to get their offense to go against Baldwin and in some cases the Lady Bulldogs held a definite advantage thanks to their physicality. Even though the Lady Eagles battled tough it was not enough as Baldwin jumped out to a 13-5 lead after one and then went to the half up 26-12. The Lady Eagles
fought in the fourth and outscored Baldwin but at that point, the game was out of their hands, and the Bulldogs wound up winning 60-47. Harper led the team in scoring with 15 points and Johanna Rawlins contributed 13 more. The Lady Eagles went into Saturday with a new goal after Friday night’s loss, which was to not be a team to end their season with a loss. The senior group of girls had two State championships and a third place State finish coming into Saturday’s game. They came
Rebecca Johnson skillfully keeps claim of the ball during State competition against Baldwin’s
out with yet another win and finished third again after a win over Marysville. The Lady Eagles only let the Lady Bulldogs stay close to them in the first quarter, then proceeded to run away with the game. The Lady Eagles won 64-43. Both Harper and Rawlins put up 16 points to lead the Eagles. Laney Hoskinson helped the cause adding 13 points. The Lady Eagles ended the season with a 17-8 record for the year. Harper was named to the All-State Tournament team. The Lady Eagles will lose three
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starting seniors next year with an additional three off the bench next season. However,
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Coach Adigun evaluates season
Coach Emmanuel Adigun’s offers his thoughts on the season, commenting “It was an incredible journey this season. There are so many adjectives I can use to describe this group, but the phrase that I feel best represents this team is "mentally tough". With all the adversity and change that handicapped our team this season, they were resilient. It all started with Dallie. When she went down, it devastated everyone, but she was back on the court days (literally) after her surgery. From that moment, she did not miss a practice, shootaround, open gym, nor a game. That set the tone for the rest of our year. “The season was an absolute roller coaster. We were 6-6 after the Liberal game and were hoping to get to Sub-State with a .500 record. At that point, the maturation and productivity of Laney, Brooklyn and JoHanna steamrolled our season in the direction it needed to go. Each one of those young ladies had to take on a role unfamiliar to them, and they had to embrace
“With continued hard work, the future is bright for these Lady Eagles moving into next season.” HHS Girls’ Head Coach Emmanuel Adigun
it on the fly, with no time to really prepare. Their buy-in and commitment to this team proved to be the push that really turned this season into a success. Sophomore Toby McClure, junior Etni Guzman along with our remaining seniors, Britta Beesley, Jaysa Featherston and Kenedy Petty were just as important to our team this season due to their ability to embrace their roles and help us prepare for our opponents. Their efforts at practice provided us the challenges we needed to be ready for game day. “Rebecca Johnson, Molly McClure, McKenna Hamlin and Jordyn Beard were amazing this season. They did a great job of doing whatever it took for our team to be successful. With big shoes to fill, these young ladies did a tremendous job of overcoming the pressure they were dealt. I cannot be any more
proud of them for stepping up to the challenges and not giving up on themselves when times got tough. “Lastly, I want to give a huge shout-out to my coaching staff. These guys have been incredible. Coach Ramsey has done a spectacular job in the development of Jo and Jordyn's offensive game, while Coach Thompson has been leaned upon to help with team scouting and to make sure we are physically prepared for each game. These guys have made my life less stressful this season. Also, I want to give one last shoutout to our JV/C Team for all their hard work and commitment this season. We would not be as successful of a team without them! “I am so happy for the seven seniors. To play four seasons of high school basketball and never end a season with a loss is a legacy that will be hard to follow, but they have definitely laid groundwork for what it takes to leave such a lasting imprint on a program,” Coach Adigun concluded.
Lady Bulldogs Friday. Johanna Rawlins offers her help. Photo courtesy of Nancy Johnson.
The Lady Eagles fought hard together as a team and brought home a well-earned State third
place title and another win for the final game of their season. Photo courtesy of Nancy Johnson.
Congratulations on your Winter Sports Molly McClure goes up for a shot Saturday, and as always, Jordyn Beard is there for the rebound. Photo courtesy of Nancy Johnson.
Thursday, March 22 HHS Baseball Varsity & JV DH vs. 23 HHS Baseball: Softball &Changed Varsity Kismet-Southwestern Heights at Home, 4:00pm JV() JV (Date to 03-21-17) vs. vs.Liberal (Away) 4:00pm Baseball: Varsity() (Date Changed to 03-21-17) DH vs. Kismet-Southwestern Heights at vs. vs.Liberal (Away) 4:00 p.m. 4:00pm Softball: JV vs. vs.Kismet-South Western Heights (Away) Friday, March 30 Home, 4:00 p.m. 4:00pm Softball: Varsity vs. vs.Kismet-South Western Heights (Away) HHS Baseball Varsity & JV DH vs. ChangedHHS Track Varsity(Away) at Ulysses, 3:00 p.m. 6:00pm Baseball: JV() (Date to 03-21-17) vs. vs.Liberal 6:00pm Varsity() (Date Changed to 03-21-17) vs.Tuesday, vs.Liberal (Away) Liberal at Home;Baseball: 4:00 p.m. April 3 6:00pm Softball: JV vs. vs.Kismet-South Western Heights (Away) Monday, March 26 HHS Boys Golf Varsity at Holcomb, 6:00pm Softball: Varsity vs. vs.Kismet-South Western Heights (Away) 9:00 a.m. HHS Baseball Varsity & JV DH vs. 7:00pm:00pm Baseball: JV() (Date Changed to 03-21-17) vs. vs.Liberal (Away) Track JV at (Away) Johnson-Stanton 4:00 p.m. 4:00pm Elkhart at Home,Baseball: Varsity() (Date Changed toHHS 03-21-17) vs. vs.Liberal 4:00pmHHS Softball Varsity & JV Softball: vs. vs.Kismet-South Western Heights (Away)3:00 p.m. County, DHJVvs. 4:00pm Elkhart at Home, 4:00 Softball: Varsity vs. vs.Kismet-South Western Heights (Away) April 5 Thursday, p.m. 6:00pm Baseball: JV() (Date Changed to 03-21-17) vs. vs.Liberal (Away) Tuesday, March 27Varsity() (Date Changed to HHS Track JV at .Liberal, 1:30 p.m. 6:00pm Baseball: 03-21-17) vs. vs.Liberal (Away) HMS Track 7/8 vs. Meade at Home, HHS Boys Golf Varsity at Liberal, 6:00pm Softball: JV vs. vs.Kismet-South Western Heights (Away) 6:00pm Softball: Varsity vs. vs.Kismet-South Western Heights (Away) 3:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. 7:00pm HMS - Social (Home):00pm Baseball: JV() (Date Changed to 03-21-17) vs. vs.Liberal (Away) HHS Baseball Varsity & JV DH at HHS Softball Varsity & JV DH at 4:00pm Baseball: Varsity() (Date Changed to 03-21-17) vs. vs.Liberal (Away) Sublette, 4:00 p.m. 4:00pm Softball: JV vs. vs.Kismet-South WesternGoodland, Heights (Away) 4:00 p.m. 4:00pm Softball: Western HeightsVarsity (Away) & JV DH vs. HHS Softball Thursday, March 29 Varsity vs. vs.Kismet-South 6:00pm (Date Changed to 03-21-17) vs. vs.Liberal Goodland at(Away) Home, 4:00 p.m. HHS Softball Varsity & JVBaseball: DH atJV() Liberal, 6:00pm Baseball: Varsity() (Date Changed to 03-21-17) vs. vs.Liberal (Away) 4:00 p.m. Softball: JV vs. vs.Kismet-South Western Heights (Away) 6:00pm 6:00pm
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In March, while basketball teams are fighting for the chance to be crowned champions, patients battling cancer and other illnesses are fighting for their lives. The American Red Cross is asking blood donors to help patients rebound by making a lifesaving donation this spring. American Red Cross will be in Hugoton March 20, 2018 from 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at the First Christian Church at 600 South Van Buren. Middle school basketball player Olivia Stoy received blood and platelet transfusions during treatment for T lymphoblastic lymphoma. With the help of blood and platelet donations, the 14year-old has returned to the basketball court and, more importantly, beat cancer. “We are so thankful that the blood products were available to Olivia for the almost two years of her treatment. They have made it possible for Olivia to regain her strength and get back to doing the activities she loves,” said Megan Stoy, Olivia’s mother. Donors of all blood types are needed to help ensure the Red Cross can collect more than 13,000 blood and
platelet donations needed every day for patients like Olivia. Giving blood takes less time than it takes to watch a single basketball game. Make an appointment to donate blood by downloading the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting redcross blood.org or calling 1-800RED CROSS (1-800-7332767). Blood donation opportunities March16-31: * Ulysses March 22, 2018: Noon - 6:00 p.m., Grant County Fairground, 1000 West Patterson Ave * Elkhart March 29, 2018: Noon - 6:00 p.m., Elkhart City Hall, 433 Morton Street * Rolla March 28, 2018: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Rolla High School, 204 Van Buren Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcross blood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. 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 in most states (16 with parental con-
sent where allowed by state law), 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 and platelet donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass® to complete their predonation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions at redcross blood.org/RapidPass or use the Blood Donor App. The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or cruzrojaamericana.org, or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.
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Audra Langley is the second place Voice Of Democracy winner. Not pictured are first place Aaliyah Earl and third place Hope Halstead. PATRIOT PEN winners are Tina Martens third place, Jaxon Schwindt first place and Matthew Garcia second place. Jaxon also placed third in the state, winning $150! Seward County Undersheriff Gene Ward VFW POST 3166 won LEO of the year. The winners were presented their plaques at the VFW in Liberal Saturday, March 10. Congratulations to all! Photo and information courtesy of James Langley. Mary Frances and James Light December 7, 1947 Photo courtesy of Mary Frances Light’s Facebook page.
Mary Frances and James Light January 13, 2018 Photo courtesy of Ashton Light.
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On the farm of Bob and Gertie Chambers, James Light, son of Clarence and Zula Light, wed Mary Frances Chambers December 7, 1947. In the ensuing years, this union would lead to seven children, 18 grandchildren, and 13 great grandchildren. Instilling the love of Jesus in their family and showing the love of Christ in the community is their legacy. James and Mary Frances celebrated their seventieth wedding anniversary at Pioneer Manor in Hugoton, January 13, 2018. The afternoon included a few family members joining in games with the happy couple. After dinner, with more than 50 family and friends attending, the celebration continued with a prayer by Marcus Light and cutting of a delicious cake. Karen Light, Megan Light Tucker, Jamee Floyd and Andrew Tucker prepared a smorgasbord of cheeses, meats, fruits and dips. Nolan Light, accompanied on piano by Beverly Light, began the musical entertainment by singing Frank Sinatra’s “Always”, which is James and Mary Frances’s favorite song. Various groups of grandchildren entertained their
The James and Mary Frances Light Family gathered November 13, 2016 for a great celebration. James and Mary Frances were
grandparents with a wide variety of song styles. Sisters Nicole Dickie and Katy Tucker sang “Sisters” from White Christmas. Whitney Stilwell, Lyndsay Sprecher and Meredith Light sang “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy” to the delight of Mary Frances. Wild and Sweet, an ensemble of grandchildren, sang hymns and led the group in worship songs. The award for the longest distance traveled goes to Shari Light, who came from Orlando, Fl. To commemorate the milestone, Whitney Stilwell presented an heirloom anniversary album featuring the celebrants’ wedding photographs and photographs of all their children and grandchildren. Whitney took pictures of the family to commemorate the day. James and Mary Frances want to express their appreciation to everyone who attended and those who wished them well. Congratulations to a wonderful example of what marriage should be from everyone in the surrounding communities! Article written by Megan Light Tucker
previleged to have seven children, eighteen grandchildren and thirteen great grand children.
Spring break is coming up for Rolla students Rolla’s spring break is from March 16 through March 25. The Rolla Library will be open Monday and Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., closing for lunch from 12:00 p.m. until 1:00 p.m. each day. School will resume March 26. The
Rolla Library and Rolla Recreation Preschool Easter Egg Hunt will be Wednesday, March 28 at 10:00 a.m. in the multipurpose room. All children four years and younger not in preschool are welcome to attend. Easter break will be March 30 and April 2.
Tyne Ellis, Paige Claassen and Deserae Schwindt, are the overall winners at the SCCC Regional Science Fair. Photo courtesy of Shawn Schwindt.
Science Fair State bound winners front left to right are Katie Sheedy, Cayli Crowl and Jose Alvarado; in the middle are Bralyn Crowl, Tyne Ellis and Elena Reza; third row are Monte Fosdick, Jourdan Riley, Rylan Williams, Samantha Martinez, Carissa Sohm, Jaxon
Science students qualify for State
Schwindt, Chaseton Wasson and Kenneth Fosdick; and back row are Raegan Hinds, Daniel Weatherly, Kaberlin Hull, Daisy Guerrero, Charlie Sheedy, Deserae Schwindt and Paige Claassen. Photo courtesy of USD 217 Facebook page.
Rolla Hope hosts Bitty Ball tourney Magic Johnson once said, “All kids need is a little help, a little hope, and somebody
James and Mary Frances Light cuddle while their granddaughters and daughter-in-law entertain them. Pictured from left to right are Whitney Stilwell, Shari Light, Katy Tucker, Nichole Dickie, Lyndsay Sprecher, Tara Light, Meredith Light and Beverly Light playing piano. Photo courtesy of Megan Light Tucker.
The school and the library neither one will be open Monday, April 2.
Rolla’s elementary, junior high and high school science fair participants once again show why being in Rolla is such a great thing! Rolla took 27 science fair participants to SCCC to participate in the regional science fair Saturday, March 3 and qualified 22 for the State competition. Twenty projects will travel to Wichita April 5 to prepare for the April 6 State competition. Junior winners were Jose Alvardo, Samantha Martinez, Elena Reza, Rylan Williams, Bralyn Crowl, Tyne Ellis,
The team in back left to right consists of Alex Fierro, Tyson Apelu, Natalie Villegas, Legion Collins, Mikkalai Luna and Coach Vanessa Reza. In front are Brooklyn Pearson, Eli Hull and Aubrey Martinez. Photo courtesy of Vanessa Reza’s Facebook page.
Cayli Crowl, Katie Sheedy and Alivia Bolin. Intermediate winners were Chaseton Wasson, Carissa Sohm, Jaxon Schwindt and Kenneth Fosdick. Senior winners were Kaberlin Hull, Raegan Hinds, Paige Claassen, Deserae Schwindt, Monte Fosdick, Charlie Sheedy, Daniel Weatherly, Daisy Guerrero and Jourdan Riley. Rolla also came away with two of the three overall winners. Paige Claassen and Deserae Schwindt were the top winners in the senior division, while Tyne Ellis was the overall winner in the junior division. Rolla earned a total of ten gold medals, eight silver medals and four bronze medals. Kris Hall took the third grade science fair project too and it was awarded first place and overall winner for elementary. Kris Hall and Zeta Greene are very proud of their students’ accomplishments and look forward to the next big event. Way to go!
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who believes in them.” Rolla Hope hosted its Seventh Annual Bitty Ball tournament Saturday, March 10. Eleven teams participated in the Kindergarten through second grade tournament. Every child is a winner in this tournament, as every single participant earns a little medal. The junior high student council hosted the concession stand, making omelets in the morning and hot dogs at noon. The tournament is always a big success and lots of fun for those watching. Keep encouraging the littles so one day when they are big, they won’t forget!
All Around 4-H’ers entertain the crowd
4- H’ers from the top are Paige Claassen, Deserae Schwindt, Jayden Hanna, SaKya Milburn, Lexi Crowl, Rylan Williams, Jaxon Schwindt, Bralyn Crowl, Tyne Ellis, Samantha Dunn, Brynlee Williams, Cayli Crowl, AJ Link, Mia Hinojosa and Adynn Milburn. Photo courtesy of Shawn Schwindt.
The Rolla All Around 4-H Club had a fund raising dinner Sunday, March 11 at the Rolla Multipurpose Room. The club members were dressed in white shirts and donned St. Patrick’s Day attire to complete the ensemble. The members also took some time to talk with guests about 4-H. Since Regional 4-H Days was cancelled due to the one ice storm this winter, the members decided to perform for the crowd as they ate. The club also displayed different projects to show all the things that can be learned in 4-H. 4-H Grows Here is a great motto for this group of hard-working young people and their leaders.
Community Calendar Thursday, March 15 Seniors Load Luggage at District Office, 7:00 p.m. Friday, March 16 Senior Trip No School Saturday, March 17 Senior Trip St. Patrick’s Day Sunday, March 18
Senior Trip Monday, March 19 Spring Break - No School Senior Trip Tuesday, March 20 Spring Break - No School Senior Trip Wednesday, March 21 Spring Break - No School Senior Trip
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WHEN IS A GOOD TIME TO START RECEIVING SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS? After a lifetime of working, you deserve a comfortable retirement. For over 80 years, Social Security has been helping people shape their future, assisting them with a variety of benefits. It’s up to you as to when you can start retirement benefits. You could start them a little earlier or wait until your “full retirement age,” or delay
retirement to get extra money each month. There are benefits to either decision. Full retirement age refers to the age when a person can receive their Social Security benefits without any reduction, even if they are still working part or full time. In other words, you don’t actually need to stop working to get your full benefits. For people who reach age 62 in 2018 (i.e., those born be-
monthly benefit amount will be reduced permanently by nearly 27 percent. On the other hand, if you wait to start receiving your benefits until after your full retirement age, then your monthly benefit will be higher. The amount of this increase is two-thirds of one percent for each month –– or eight percent for each year – – that you delay receiving them until you reach age 70. The choices you make may affect any benefit your spouse or children can receive on your record, too. If you receive benefits early, it may reduce their potential benefit, as well as yours. You need to be as informed as possible when making any decision about receiving Social Security benefits. Read the publication When to Start Receiving Retirement Benefits at http://www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/EN05-10147.pdf. When to start receiving retirement benefits is a per-
sonal decision based on your own situation. Check out our Retirement Checklist at http://www.socialsecur i t y. g o v / p u b s / E N - 0 5 10377.pdf to learn about additional factors to consider as you think about when to start receiving your retirement benefits. If you decide to receive benefits before you reach full retirement age, you should also understand how continuing to work can affect your benefits. Social Security may withhold or reduce your benefits if your annual earnings exceed a certain amount. However, for every month benefits are withheld, it may increase your future benefits. That’s because at your full retirement age Social Security will recalculate your benefit amount to give you credit for the months in which benefits were reduced or withheld due to your excess earnings. You can learn more at http://www.so cialsecu-
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One of the interesting things I noticed after I graduated from Rolla High School and went away to KU was a change in movies. It seemed to me that the type of movies they showed in this university town were
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quite different from those we used to watch at the old Rusada theatre in downtown Hugoton. The movies in Lawrence were more intellectually stimulating. For example, there was Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb and Lawrence of Arabia. I wrote home about these movies and suggested that my family see them, which they did, but they had to drive clear to Liberal to see them since they didn’t play in Hugoton. After seeing them, they reported back to me, they didn’t see what all the fuss was about. They thought Lawrence of Arabia was a rather tedious, long and boring movie. As for Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb, you have to remember that this movie came out during the height of the cold war, just a couple of years after the Cuban missile crisis. My family didn’t
like the thought of a crazy man having his finger on the nuclear button and blowing up the world. Just a bit too realistic, too close to home. I learned my lesson, though, and didn’t suggest any more movies to them like the ones I was now watching in Lawrence, but there was another occasion when I was home for the holidays, and like we usually did, we had our holidays at my grandparents’ home near Hutchinson. While we were driving back to Rolla, I told them about another movie I saw in Lawrence, Lord of the Flies. However, rather than suggesting they see the movie, I simply told them about the movie. Since we had about a three-hour drive to Rolla, I went into exquisite detail about how this was another bloody movie about war, except that it was from the British perspective. I told them it was about Great Britain being at war, and just like what happened
during WW II, the Brits decided to get all their kids out of the country for safe keeping. The movie is about a planeload of boys from different high-class boarding schools being shot down and crash landing near a deserted island. The pilot is killed in the crash, but most of the boys survive and eventually find each other on the island. Like typical Brits, they don’t take long to get organized and elect a leader. Unfortunately, though, rather than seeing themselves as unified British boys, they began to see themselves as coming from different boarding schools. They began to develop an “us and them” mentality. Quite symbolically, over the extended period of time, their upper crust uniforms began to disintegrate, not only to the point that their clothing was tattered and torn, but in some cases the boys were completely naked. They began to look like jun-
gle savages, but savages who spoke with a distinct and refined upper class British accent. What we saw and what we heard just didn’t go together. Needless to say, my family was totally captivated by my telling of this story, which made the long drive home quite pleasant, actually. So, as I said, I learned my lesson, and in the months and years to come, I learned to tell my family about these intellectually stimulating movies, keeping in mind that I needed to adjust the stories to maintain their interest. This happened not only with movies, but with TV programs I watched as well. For example, I began to develop an interest in the various intellectual programs, such as the History channel, Nature, Animal Planet, National Geographic (or whatever they were called back in those days). On one occasion there was
one program I watched which was about the human urinary tract, and the program actually showed the differences between the male and female urine streams, pointing out that the internal parts of urethras were different between males and females. Males have a spiral construction, much like the barrel of a gun, which puts a spin on the urine, which is why males have a well-defined stream whereas females have more of a scattering stream. Having heard this, my mom asked, “So why is it that you guys can’t aim any better and pee all over everything?” Without hesitation, I answered, “Well, Mom, unlike a rifle, we don’t have sights at the end of the barrel. Our gun control isn’t as good as our rifle control.”
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Five Rivers Cattle Feeding/Grant County Feeders is looking for a MECHANIC who has the ability to diagnose and repair rolling stock including feed trucks, tractors and other heavy equipment. Competitive hourly wage and full benefit package is provided. Grant County Feeders has well maintained facilities and equipment, plus a “Safety First” Culture. Come be a part of a positive, productive workforce. Please call contact Tony Winkler @ 356-4466, Ext. 56713 or email tony.winkler@jbssa.com for more information. You may apply at the following locations: Grant County Feeders, 7597 W. Road 17, Ulysses, KS, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday or on our website @ www.fiveriverscattle.com/careers EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled
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STATE OF KANSAS, STEVENS COUNTY, SS: IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF WILMA S. RIDER, a/k/a WILMA S. ALEXANDER, a/k/a WILMA J. ALEXANDER, a/k/a WILMA JEAN SPIKES LYLE, a/k/a WILMA JEAN SPIKES LYLE, NOW ALEXANDER, DECEASED Case No. 18PR10 NOTICE OF HEARING You are hereby notified that Shelley L. Rench, one of the co-personal representatives of the Last Will and Testament of Wilma S. Rider, deceased, has filed a petition in the above Court, together with authenticated copy of the foreign probated will of the decedent, Wilma S. Rider, and the proceedings admitting her will to probate in the Superior Court of Pima County, Arizona. The Petition alleges, among other things, the decedent was the owner at the time of her death of certain real estate situate in Stevens County, Kansas,
Morton County, Kansas and Grant County, Kansas, upon which decedent's will operates, as more fully described in the petition filed in this proceeding. The petitioner prays the Court for an order admitting proceedings had in the Superior Court of Pima County, Arizona, to probate and record in the District Court of Stevens County, Kansas, and adjudging administration of the estate within the State of Kansas is unnecessary and should not be required; the decedent's real estate, including mineral interests, described in the Petition, owned by the decedent, Wilma S. Rider, be assigned to the persons entitled thereto, pursuant to the terms of decedent's will, and for further relief. You are hereby required to file your defenses to the petition on or before the 2nd day of April, 2018, at 10:30 a.m. of said day, in said Court, in the district courtroom at the county courthouse, in Hugoton, 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. Shelley L. Rench Petitioner TATE & KITZKE L.L.C. 1024 S. Trindle, P. O. Box 909 Hugoton, KS 67951 Telephone: 620-544-2103 Attorneys for Petitioner
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(First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, March 15, 2018) 1t THE STATE CORPORATION COMMISSION OF THE STATE OF KANSAS
IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF WYNN-CROSBY OPERATING, LTD. FOR THE ASSIGNMENT OF A SPECIAL ALLOWABLE TO MAYBERRY B-1 WELL IN SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 33 SOUTH, RANGE 38 WEST, STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS Docket No. 18-CONS-3341-CEXC License No. 34929
in excess of the statewide allowable assigned by K.A.R. § 82-3-304, and that such special allowable be assigned retroactive to the date of first production. The Application is pending before the Commission and may be granted without a hearing unless, within fifteen (15) days from the date of the publication of this notice, a written protest is received by the Commission. Any such protest to the granting of the Application should clearly state the grounds of objection and should be mailed to both the Kansas Corporation Commission, Conservation Division, 266 N. Main, Suite 220, Wichita, KS 67202, and Wynn-Crosby or its counsel.
Conservation Division NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO: ALL OIL AND GAS PRODUCERS, UNLEASED MINERAL INTEREST OWNERS, LANDOWNERS, AND ALL PERSONS WHOMSOEVER CONCERNED: You and each of you are hereby notified that WYNN-CROSBY OPERATING, LTD. ("Wynn-Crosby") has filed an Application with the State Corporation Commission of the State of Kansas (the "Commission") for the assignment of a special allowable, pursuant to K.A.R. § 82-3-133a(f), to the Mayberry B-1 well for the production of gas from the Morrow formation. The Mayberry B-1 well is located 1,500' FSL and 1,320' FEL of Section 12, Township 33 South, Range 38 West, Stevens County, Kansas. Specifically, Wynn-Crosby seeks an exception to produce gas from that well
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Stevens County Hospital is seeking eligible candidates to fill the following positions: Full-time RNs/LPNs and CNAs to work nights on the Med/Surg floor of the Stevens County Hospital. Qualified candidates must have Kansas nursing licensure to be eligible. We offer competitive wages, shift differentials, and mileage reimbursement to nurses living 15 miles or more outside of Stevens County. A generous sign-on bonus is available to full-time new hires. For more information contact Dawn Maas, DON at 620-544-8511. Full-time LPN at the Stevens County Medical Clinic. Candidate will be involved with direct patient care in clinc with one of our providers. Position includes a complete benefits package. Full-time Dietary Homemaker to join our team at Pioneer Manor. The homemaker performs the duties of dining services (including preparing breakfast, salad and dessert preparation, cleaning and sanitizing the household kitchen area, and assuring adequate stock of snacks for residents are available). As cook, the homemaker will prepare food for household meals, serving in a timely manner, maintaining high quality standards and portion control using standardized recipes as directed by the menu. The homemaker assists with serving resident meals, snacks and nourishments and facilitates activities for elders and the household that involve food preparation or other activities specific to the kitchen. PRN RNs and LPNs for all shifts at the Stevens County Hospital and Pioneer Manor. Qualified candidates must have Kansas RN/LPN licensure to be eligible. We offer competitive wages, shift differentials of $2.50/$3.50 for RNs; $1.50/$2.25 for LPNs; and mileage reimbursement to RNs and LPNs living 15 miles or more outside of Stevens County. Full-time CNAs to work at Pioneer Manor, both day and night shifts are available. Qualified candidates must have current Kansas CNA licensure, a love of the elderly and the willingness to work as a valued part of our team. We offer an exceptional benefits package, shift differentials and a set rotation with every other weekend off. Full-time Housekeepers to work at Stevens County Hospital and Pioneer Manor. These positions are 40 hours each week (Noon-8 pm) and include a full benefits package. Interested candidates must be willing to work flexible hours, including some weekends. Full-time RNs or LPNs to work both shifts at Pioneer Manor. Qualified candidates must have Kansas RN/LPN licensure to be eligible. We offer competitive wages, shift differentials of $2.50/$3.50 for RNs; $1.50/$2.25 for LPNs; and mileage reimbursement to RNs and LPNs living 15 miles or more outside of Stevens County.
Applications may be obtained at the Information Desk, located next to the Medical Clinic inside Stevens County Hospital.
Resumes may be emailed to dmangels@stevenscountyhospital.com or you may call Human Resources at 620-544-6141 for more information regarding any current openings.
PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, March 15, 2017) 1t GENERAL NOTICE TO CONTROL NOXIOUS WEEDS The Kansas Noxious Weed Law K.S.A. 21314 et seq requires all persons who own or supervise land in Kansas to control and eradicate all weeds declared noxious by legislative action. The weeds declared noxious are: field bindweed, musk thistle, johnsongrass, bur ragweed, Canada thistle, sericea lespedeza, leafy spurge, hoary cress, quackgrass, Russian knapweed, kudzu and pignut. These are County Option Noxious Weeds declared noxious by the Board of County Commissioners of Stevens County. Notice is hereby given pursuant to the Kansas Noxious Weed Law to every person who owns or supervises land in Stevens County that noxious weeds growing or found on such land shall be controlled or eradicated. Control is defined as preventing the production of viable seed and the vegetative spread of the plant. Failure to observe this notice may result in the County: 1: Serving a legal notice requiring control
of the noxious weeds within a minimum of five days. Failure to control the noxious weeds within the time period allowed may result in the county treating the noxious weeds at the landowners expense and placing a lien on the property if the bill is not paid within 30 days or, 2: Filing criminal charges for non-compliance. Conviction for non-compliance may result in a fine of $100 per day of non-compliance with a maximum fine of $1,500. The public is also hereby notified that it is a violation of the Kansas Noxious Weed Law to barter, sell or give away infested nursery stock or livestock feed unless the feed is fed on the farm where grown or sold to a commercial processor that will destroy the viability of the noxious weed seed. Custom harvesting machines must be labeled with a label provided by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and must be free of all weed seed and litter when entering the State and when leaving a field infested with noxious weeds. Additional information may be obtained from the Stevens County Noxious Weed Department, or by contacting the Kansas Department of Agriculture, 1320 Research Park Drive, Manhattan, KS 66502.
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-------------FOR SALE: 2 ea AR15’s. Will sell all or part: call 620-544-3000. 1.) AR15 .223/5.56 Spikes Tactical Lower with new AIM drop-in 3.5lb trigger and 6-pos. stock. Upper is an 18” SS Wylde Fluted barrel 1:8 twist /w mid length GP & 3” SS muzzle brake. Has a 13.5” key mod rail & Mil spec BCG with a Boron bolt. $575.00. 2.) AR15 5.56 Palmetto Arms / Upper is a 16” SS barrel /w 1/7 twist and a 6” rail. Lower has Mil spec BCG and std. Mil trigger with 6 pos. stock. $475.00. Both AR’s have fired less than 200 rnds. Additional items: 12 ea. .223 / 30rnd (mixed brand) mags and “one” 1 new (X Products) 50 rnd drum magazine. @700 rnds .223 / 5.56 New boxes of ammo, PPU-29, ZQ1-18, American Eagle tracer rounds-10, Freedom Munition-9, and some mixed case reloads. (1c10) ---------------
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GARAGE SALE
1004 S Van Buren - Ranch style, brick 3 bed/2 b, basement, att garage, 40 x 30 det garage, fence, kit, island & appliances, cen H/A. A must see!!! Call today to view this beautiful home!
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THREE FAMILY GARAGE SALE: Friday, March 16, 4:00 p.m. - ???, 1607 S. Monroe, Toys, Clothes, Barbie Dollhouse, Miscellaneous ---------------
ANTIQUE AUCTION
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LARGE ANTIQUE AUCTION: Saturday, April 7, Elkhart City Hall, 9:30 a.m. See list at kscbnews.net. Jim Cunningham. 620-3600249. (4c11)
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1021 S. Trindle - Split Level, 4 bed/2.5 ba., two living areas, built-in appliances, fpl, cen H/A. Call to see this lovely home!!
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1101 S Adams- Ranch Style, 5 bed/2 b, appliances, fin bsmt, cen H/A, att garage, fence. Cute as can be!! Call Karen today to schedule your showing!!
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PREGNANT? NEED HELP? Call Birthright of Garden City, 620-276-3605 or Birthline of Liberal, 1404 N. Western, 620-626-6763. (tfc3) -------------ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS will help you if you sincerely want to stop drink(tfc1) ing. Call 544-9047. ---------------
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SEEKING VINYL RECORDS: Call 620-544-4498 if you want to get rid of your vinyl records - 33s or 45s. (1p11) --------------WANT TO PURCHASE: Minerals and other oil / gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557, Denver, Co. 80201.
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS CIVIL DEPARTMENT LakeView Loan Servicing, LLC Plaintiff,
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We would like to thank Stevens, Grant, Stanton and Morton County Fire Departments, Stevens County Sheriff’s Department, EMS, Road Department, Pioneer Electric, and other municipalities, all neighbors who helped plus tractors and discs to put out our grass fire. Thanks Steven Hittle Jerry Hull Dennis Schmidt Wes & Karen Schmidt
The family of Boyd Johnson would like to thank everyone who sent prayers, cards, flowers, memorials and food during our recent loss. A special thanks to the care center staff and hospital staff, as well as Garnand Funeral Home for their kindness to us at this time. Elva Johnson Darrel & Linda and family Wayne and family Darla & Dennis Smith and family
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Central Air/Heat, 2 Car Det. Garage, Underground Sprinkler System, Sold As Is on a Double Lot
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vs. Kelli J. Schmidt, et al. Defendants, Case No.17CV34 Court No. Title to Real Estate Involved Pursuant to K.S.A. §60 NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that under and by virtue of an Order of Sale issued to me by the Clerk of the District Court of Stevens County, Kansas, the undersigned Sheriff of Stevens County, Kansas, will offer for sale at public auction and sell to the highest bidder for cash in hand at the Front Entrance of the Stevens County, Courthouse, Kansas, on March 22, 2018 at the time of 10:00 AM, the following real estate: SURFACE AND SURFACE RIGHTS ONLY IN AND TO: PART OF LOT THREE (3), BLOCK TWO (2), EASTBORO ADDITION, CITY OF HUGOTON, STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE SE CORNER OF LOT 3 AS REPLATTED, THENCE WESTERLY ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 3 FOR 53.08 FEET, THENCE ON A
Living Room & Family Room + More!
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Stevens County Sheriff MILLSAP & SINGER, LLC By: Chad R. Doornink, #23536 cdoornink@msfirm.com Jason A. Orr, #22222 jorr@msfirm.com 8900 Indian Creek Parkway, Suite 180 Overland Park, KS 66210 (913) 339-9132 (913) 339-9045 (fax) ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF MILLSAP & SINGER, LLC AS ATTORNEYS FOR LakeView Loan Servicing, LLC IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.
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CURVE TO THE LEFT, A CURVE DISTANCE OF 62.38 FEET, R=60 FEET, A CHORD DISTANCE OF 59.51 FEET, DELTA= 29 46' 32", THENCE NORTHERLY TO A POINT ON THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT 3, SAID POINT BEING 103.88 FEET WEST OF THE NE CORNER OF SAID LOT 3, THENCE EASTERLY ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT 3 FOR 103.88 FEET, THENCE SOUTHERLY ALONG THE EASTERLY LINE OF LOT 3 FOR 118.40 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. PARCEL #: 095-135-15-0-20-04005.03-0-00, Commonly known as 203 S Lincoln Court, Hugoton, KS 67951 (“the Property”) MS186401
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1633 State Road 25- "As Is" Manufactured home with addition and acreage close to town! Call for details!
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FOR RENT: 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments. Furnished or unfurnished. Bills included, washer & dryer and cable. One apartment has become available and one house is available. Call 620-544-2232. (tfc) ---------------
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The Cemetery District #1 is taking sealed bids for the following mowers: Z915B 48" Deck, Serial # 1TC915BAAET020513, 1341 Hours; and Z195B 48" Deck, Serial # 1TC915BATET020616, 1030 Hours. Mowers can be seen at the Stevens County Landfill Shop. Bids will be opened, Monday, April 16, 2018. (2c11)
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1101 S Monroe- Ranch style, brick, great location, 3 bed/3 b, bsmt, fence, cen H/A, att garage. Nice property! Call today to schedule your showing!
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1003 S. Adams - Beautiful, 1 1/2 story, 5 bed 3 bath, fpl, 2 decks, oversized garage w/workshop, storage shed and much, much more! $275,000
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609 S. Van Buren St. $95,000 Older 2 Story home in Hugoton with lots of storage and ready for a big family with its 5 Bedrooms, 2 Bath. Located on good sized lot with 2 car garage.
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Notes from Nancy by Stevens County FACS Agent Nancy Honig
Getting a Little Green Saint Patrick’s Day is almost here, and it is always a bit of a celebration at our house since it’s my husband’s birthday. But lots of people enjoy celebrating the day by eating an Irish meal, drinking some Irish beer, or maybe wearing a bit of green for luck. What I would en-
courage you to do this St. Patrick’s day is to eat a little green! We know that Americans don’t do a great job eating fruits and vegetables. In fact, it sometimes seems that we have an aversion to anything green. Here are some tips on how to add one of those healthy and amazing green
Garret Martin from the Skyland Grain Western Region gives a demonstration about Grain Elevator operations and safety while Kyle Banks talks about Sales and Marketing at the second Annual Skyland Grain FFA/Ag Day at Pratt Community College in Pratt. There were a total of 224 students from five local schools attending this year. Photo courtesy of Skyland Grain.
Skyland Grain employee David Rodriguez gives the opening welcome to the second Annual Skyland Grain FFA/Ag Day at Stanton County High School in Johnson. Other presenters included Marc Kleiwer and Kim Inderlied from Kennedy-Berkley with an Ag Law presentation, Chris Floyd from First National Bank in Johnson and Rob Deweese from Farm Credit in Pratt with an Ag Finance talk, Michael Burch from
vegetables to your meal time. Here are ten ways to incorporate spinach into your meals. 10) Stuffed Chicken. Stuff chicken with chopped, cooked spinach, low-fat cream cheese, onions and garlic. I made this recently; browned it in a pan and finished it in the oven, and my family LOVED the dish! 9) Spinach Smoothie. The great thing about spinach in a smoothie is that it doesn’t affect flavor, it just adds vitamins and nutrients. Add all of your favorite fruits and a hand full of fresh spinach and you will add a healthy dose of veggie’s to your day. 8) Make spinach pesto instead of traditional basil pesto. This makes a great topping for pasta and a much lower calorie choice than creamy Alfredo sauces. You could also make a great pasta topper by frying small pieces of bacon, and then adding your spinach and
BASF, Aaron Anderson from CPS, and Brit Carter from CPS with a presentation about Chemical Sales and representation, Mitch Williams from KFSA in Hutchinson with a talk about Co-op Structure, and Garret Martin, Kyle Banks and Tony Loehr with Skyland Grain with a grain safety, grain marketing and agronomy sales presentation. Photo courtesy of Skyland Grain.
grape tomatoes until they are wilted and warm. 7) Make a spinach lasagna. This typical vegetarian lasagna has all of the traditional flavors, but substitutes spinach for your meat. Give it a try, you and your family might find you don’t miss the meat! 6) Add spinach to your sandwich. I’m guessing there are some of you who always add spinach to your sub sandwich when you order it, but you don’t keep fresh spinach on hand to add to your sandwich at home. It adds a nice crunch and keeps adding those daily vegetables to your count. 5) Try it in your mashed potatoes. Mix chopped, cooked spinach into mashed potatoes and add a little Parmesan cheese.
4) Great in omelettes. Make a fresh omelette that includes all of your favorite vegetables, such as onions, mushrooms and peppers. Add in the spinach either chopped fresh or cooked, to add some great color and texture to your breakfast (or lunch or supper). 3) Try a spinach and fruit salad. Spinach is a great compliment to fruits such as strawberries, mandarin oranges and apples. Find your favorite combination and add it to any main entree for dinner. 2) Stir Fry. We think of adding lots of vegetables to stir fry, but is spinach one you normally add? If not, consider throwing it in the pan along with broccoli, onions, peppers, mushrooms and bean sprouts. Stir fry is an excellent way to increase your vegetable intake and fill you up at a meal. 1) Salad. Why go with the traditional iceberg lettuce
when you could be enjoying a salad filled with baby spinach leaves. Spinach is such a great green to add to a number of meals. It is high in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. There is a reason why Popeye tells you to eat your spinach! So if you are looking for a little green this St. Patrick’s day consider not just wearing it, but adding it to your daily food intake, as well. Kansas State University, County Extension Councils, Extension Districts, and U.S. Department of Agriculture Cooperating. K-State Research and Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer, and is committed to making its services, activities and programs accessible to all participants. If you have special requirements due to physical, vision, or hearing disability or a dietary restriction please contact your local extension office.
Steve Rome is elected to Kansas Commodity Commissions The Kansas Department of Agriculture announced the results of the elections held for the state’s five grain commodity commissions — corn, grain sorghum, soybean, sunflower and wheat — in districts One, Two and Three in the western region of the state. Commissioners serve three-year terms and the terms will commence April 1, 2018. Kansas Corn Commission District One: Brian Baalman is a corn farmer from Sheridan County. He is a current member of the Kansas Corn Commission, as well as an active member of the Kansas Corn Growers Association. Baalman is involved in the U.S. Grains Council and the U.S. Meat Export Federation and was instrumental in the start of Western Plains Energy in Oakley.
Two: Dennis District McNinch is a fourth-generation corn farmer from Ness County, currently serving as the chairman of the Kansas Corn Commission. McNinch is a member of the Kansas Corn Growers Association, National Corn Growers Association, and Utica United Methodist Church. He graduated from Southwestern College with a bachelor’s in business administration. District Three: Steve Rome is a corn farmer from Stevens County. Rome is a member of the Kansas Corn Commission, currently serving as secretary. He is a member of the Kansas Corn Growers Association, Stevens County Extension Board, State Extension Advisory Board, and Kansas Farm Bureau. Additionally, he has served on the Ogallala Task Force and helped start nonprofit gas utilities for irrigation in southwest Kansas. Rome received his bachelor’s degree from Fort Hays State University. Kansas Soybean Commission District One/Two/Three: Kurt Maurath grows soybeans in Logan County. Maurath is a member of the Kansas Soybean Commission, currently acting as the chairman. He is a current or past member of several commodity and community organizations. Maurath graduated with a bachelor’s degree in agriculture from Kansas State University. Kansas Wheat Commission District One: Brian Linin grows wheat in Sherman County. He is a member of the Kansas Wheat Commission,
currently acting as chairman. Linin is a current or past member of several community organizations, including the Goodland City Commission, and multiple area civic and advisory boards. Linin is a graduate of Kansas State University with a B.S. in mechanical engineering and of Oklahoma State University with an MBA. District Two: Ron Suppes is a wheat and sorghum farmer from Lane County. He is actively involved in several associations and is a current member of the Kansas Wheat Commission, Kansas Association of Wheat Growers, and National Association of Wheat Growers. Suppes currently serves in leadership roles for U.S. Wheat Associates, Farmer Direct Foods, and U.S. Department of Agriculture/U.S. Trade Representative. Suppes graduated from Fort Hays State University with a B.S. in art and an M.S. in secondary school administration. District Three: Gary Millershaski grows wheat in Kearny County. He is active in several associations, including the Kansas Wheat Commission, Kansas Association of Wheat Growers, and National Association of Wheat Growers. He has also served as a member of the James Draw Watershed Board and the Lakin Board of Zoning Appeals and is involved with local 4-H, Research and Extension, and church activities. Millershaski is a graduate of Garden City Community College.
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