May 1, 2014 by Hugoton Hermes

Stevens County Courthouse 12 Noon Volume 127, Number 18

Thursday, May 1, 2014

18 Pages, 70 Cents Plus Tax Per Copy

Many awards are presented at Chamber Banquet The 2014 Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet took place Saturday, April 26, 2014 at Memorial Hall. A delicious meal was provided by Buns a Bakin’ Janice Morgan and served by Hugoton High School Dance Team. Dinner music was provided by piano students of Sherri Kelling. After the meal Cathy Wolters, President of the Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce, introduced Neal Gillespie. Neal presented three Economic Development Awards. They went to Steve Rome

for 12 years, Bryan Sullins for 16 years and Gary Gold for 25 years of service on the board. Chamber Executive Director Ruth Van Horn announced the 2013 Chamber Honorees. Billy Woodworth was selected as Citizen of the Year for 2013; the 2013 Lifetime Achievement award was presented to Lee Isaac; New Business of the Year was KDI Operating Company, LLC; and the 2013 Business of the Year was White’s Foodliner. After the award presentation Frankie Valens and his wife Phyllis enter-

It’s not the 30s but you can’t tell from the picture Richard Barnes snapped last Sunday. Richard was at White’s when he took this picture looking east up Sixth Street. Some thought it was Main, but alas, we can’t park that way anymore, and the cars are a little newer. The stoplights are lost in the dust.

tained the crowd. Frankie sang some of his favorite songs “This Magic Mo-

ment” and “The Lion Sleeps Tonight”. Frankie

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Lee Isaac is announced as the 2013 Lifetime Achievement award winner at the Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Banquet Saturday evening. Standing next to Lee are boardmembers David Snyder and Cathy Wolters.

Cathy Wolters congratulates Billy Woodworth for being chosen as the 2013 Citizen of the Year. Standing next to Billy is David Snyder congratulating him for his prestigious award.

Joe D. Thompson files for Commissioner Rowan has completed 1,000 books in the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library!! Way to go Rowan! We are so proud of you! Rowan is posing with the Clifford Dictionary he received in honor of his achievement.

Dirt fills the air like smoke obscuring the view in the distance. Richard Barnes let The Hermes use his picture of the 1930s style dirt storm that engulfed Hugoton last Sunday. Thank you Richard. Deric has completed the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library. You ROCK Deric! Great job!

Light is new SWKROA president The Southwest Kansas Royalty Owners Association (SWKROA), the largest mineral and royalty owners association in Kansas, announced that W. C. “Bill” Light of Rolla, will serve as its President. Mr. Light is a Morton County Director of SWKROA and will succeed K. Ted Metcalf of Liberal who has served as President from 2011 to 2014. Mr. Metcalf will continue with the SWKROA Board as a Director representing Seward County mineral and royalty owners. At their April 26 Annual

Meeting in Hugoton, the membership elected the following to serve as SWKROA Directors for the

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W.C. “Bill” Light, incoming 2014 SWKROA President

Mark Harmon took this picture Wednesday morning April 23 on the top of TV Hill in Kabul, Afghanistan. You are looking north from TV Hill toward the airport in the distance. Mark met with the General he advises on communications issues. Mark is the son of Charles and Mabel Harmon of Hugoton.

Joe D. Thompson (R) has filed to run for Stevens County Commissioner District #1. The district includes Moscow, the Moscow and Harmony townships and the northwest part of Hugoton.

SWKROA hosts sixty-sixth annual meeting Southwest Kansas Royalties Association (SWKROA) outgoing President K. Ted Metcalf of Liberal, opened the Sixty-Sixth Annual Meeting Saturday in Hugoton before 110 members and participants. Members and guests of the association came from various states, as well as across the state of Kansas to hear presentations on issues of interest to mineral and royalty owners. Dr. Jana Milford, Professor and Chair of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Colorado in Boulder, Co. provided a very interesting talk about her research of air quality impacts to oil and gas production. As Dr. Milford indicated oil and gas drilling, storage, and maintenance operations emits various compounds into the atmosphere which are potentially harmful to human health and the earth’s ozone levels. As more residential areas are being developed next to pipelines and storage tanks and the concern of the damage to the ozone level, studies are being taken in greater detail. Dr. Milford further indicated there are relatively simple and cost effective procedures which could greatly reduce the emis-

Speakers for 2014 Southwest Kansas Royalties Association annual meeting are, left to right, Roger Hamm, Dr. Jana Milford, Doug Smith, sions from oil and gas operations. Those procedures include proper maintenance of pipes, tanks and valves which would prevent leaks of the product into the air and keep it in the pipeline stream for its intended use by consumers. Roger L. Hamm, Deputy Director, Division of Property Valuation, Kansas Department of Revenue, of Topeka, discussed valuation trends of agricultural land and oil and gas bearing properties in Kansas and the impacts of such trends on Kansas taxpayers and governmental units. Mr. Hamm provided explanations of why tax valuations on agricultural

Arden Webb, SWKROA outgoing President K. Ted Metcalf and executive secretary Erick E. Nordling.

land are increasing and warned land owners that they should expect increases in coming years. Doug Smith, of Pinegar, Smith & Associates of Topeka, began the afternoon presentations by giv-

ing an update of legislative issues which are of interest to mineral and royalty owners in Kansas. Mr. Smith also discussed the political atmosphere in Topeka and the impact of

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PROCLAMATION MAY IS “OLDER AMERICANS MONTH” Older Americans Month has been celebrated each May since 1963 to recognize older American’s countless contributions and sacrifices to ensure a better life for future generations. WHEREAS the older generation has been a guiding influence and has paved the way for the present generation, I, as Mayor, do proclaim the month of May 2014 as “Older Americans Month’ in Stevens County, Kansas. /s/ Jack Rowden Jack Rowden, Mayor City of Hugoton

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Congrats to Citizen of the Year!! To the Editor, Hugoton is a great place to live. I say this because I know a man that moved to town in 1986 and started with nothing, and by pure tenacity and God’s Grace made his way, and is now Citizen of the Year! He started with a paper

Royce Tucker route and odd jobs for people, resulting in his lawn business, just one of his many jobs. He now delivers Meals on Wheels, works at the Museum, cleans several businesses in town with his wife, mows and still has time to be

a friend. He is married and has two grown boys and two grandchildren and many people are proud to call him friend. This man is Billy Lee Woodworth, Jr. I know that many people feel that he very much deserves this honor! Royce Tucker

National Prayer: the most important task we can do to help save our nation To the Editor: In this contemporary world it is easy to dismiss as oldfashioned the idea that prayer has a role in our public sphere. Indeed the U.S. Supreme Court is even taking up a case by those opposed to prayer at government meetings. But irrespective of modernity, national prayer has always played a critical role in shaping our great nation. Prayer binds man to one another, and it shows that even with great power entrusted to them our leaders have called upon the Almighty in times of need and of thanksgiving. In fact, the first national call to prayer in America was called for by the Second Continental Congress on July 20, 1775.[1] Perhaps Benjamin Franklin said it best when he called upon the disagreeable and volatile Constitutional Convention to nominate a chaplain who would begin their sessions with prayer saying: “I have lived, Sir, a long time, and the longer I live, the more convincing proofs I see of this truth—that God Governs in the affairs of men. And if a sparrow cannot fall to the ground without his notice, is it probable that an empire can rise without his aid?’ We have been assured, Sir, in the sacred writings, that ‘except the Lord build the House they labor in vain that build it.’ I firmly believe this; and I also believe that without his concurring aid we shall succeed

Congressman Tim Huelskamp in this political building no better than the Builders of Babel.”[2] Since that time there have been over 130 national calls to prayer by the President of the United States, from the likes of Washington, to Lincoln, Roosevelt to Kennedy, and Reagan to Obama. Our nation’s leaders have recognized the vital role prayer plays in uniting, healing, and restoring our land.[3] Prayer was fundamental to uniting our founding fathers; it was crucial to healing the deep scars of the civil war; it was essential to overcoming the darkest days of the depression; it was principal in overcoming the tyranny of totalitarianism and terrorism; and it is central today to facing the great challenges confronting our Nation. Congress also has recognized the need for national prayer. In 1952 and again in 1988, Congress approved laws to set aside and proclaim a National Day of Prayer on which the people of the United States may turn to God in prayer and meditation at churches, in groups, and as individuals.[4] National prayer plays an immeasurable role in recognizing and exercising our inalienable rights of liberty of conscience and freedom of speech. It solidifies in Americans that our nation is in fact built upon a firm foundation

of faith that must not be torn down. It respects the faith and religious liberty that are trademarks of America. And, most importantly, national prayer to our Savior is the most important task we can do to help save our nation. Please join me in prayer on the National Day of Prayer this Thursday, May 1st – and every day thereafter – for healing of our beloved country. [1] The original proclamation, “Proclamation for a day of Fasting and Prayer” is found in this book on pg. 545: http://books.google.com/boo ks?id=F-47AAAAIAA J&lpg=PA545 [2] Records of the Federal Convention, http://books. google.com/books?id=MFUSA AAAYAAJ&printsec=frontcover&dq=the+records+of+the +federal+convention+of+1787 +%22God+governs+in+the+affairs+of+men%22&hl=en&sa= X&ei=OyEfU-iPHYaKqgGwoICABw&ved=0CCoQ6AEw AA#v=onepage&q=god%20gov erns&f=false [3] ACLJ Amici Brief 7th Circuit, Appendix A [4] See H.Res. 1273, 111th Congress: http://thomas. loc.gov/cgi-bin/query/z?c 111:H.RES.1273: The citation for the current law is 36 U.S.C. § 119. See also H.Res. 1273, 111th Congress: http://thomas.loc.gov/cgibin/query/z?c111:H.RES.127 3: Congressman Tim Huelskamp, First District of Kansas, U.S. House of Representatives.

Obituaries

HUGOTON POLICE REPORT Business Hours, Call 544-4959 After Hours, Call 544-2020 Monday, April 21, 2014 • Fight, 1000 Block South Main, Took Report, Officer Lamatsch Tuesday, April 22, 2014 • NO NEWS Wednesday, April 23, 2014 • Vehicle Unlock, 1000 Block South Monroe, Citizen Assist, Sergeant Johnson • Fight, 900 Block West City Limits, Parent had it broken up, Sergeant Johnson • Vehicle Unlock, 1000 Block South Jackson, Citizen Assist, Sergeant Johnson • Dog at Large, 1100 South Madison, Returned to owner, Officer Crane Thursday, April 24, 2014 • Citizen Assist, 1000 Block South Main, Public Service, Officer Crane • Dog at Large, 1000 Block South Main, Unable to locate, Officer Crane • Funeral Escort, 600 Block Van Buren, Public Service, Sergeant Johnson • Vehicle Unlock, 100 Block South Adams, Citizen Assist, Sergeant Johnson Friday, April 25, 2014 • NO NEWS Saturday, April 26, 2014 • NO NEWS Sunday, April 27, 2014 • NO NEWS

Stevens County Fire Department and Ambulance Report Stevens County Emergency Services run activity for April 21 through April 27. Fire Department Hugoton Station Saturday, April 26 - 6:59 p.m. dispatched to Road D and Road Eight for a motor vehicle accident. Fire Department Moscow Station No activity this period. Ambulance Activity One medical run and one motor vehicle accident.

Zelma Colvin Friends and family gathered Friday to remember and honor Zelma Frances Herrick Colvin, age 99, of Hugoton. Mrs, Colvin passed away Sunday, April 20, 2014 at Pioneer Manor in Hugoton.

She was born July 2, 1914 on the Herrick farm southeast of Johnson. She was the last of eight living children of James Herrick and the former Agnes Walters; who were pioneers in Stanton County and charter members of the Bethel Church of the Nazarene. Zelma graduated high school from Breese College in Hutchinson and attended Fort Hays College. A lifetime member of the Church of the Nazarene, Zelma always considered the Church of the Bethel Nazarene her home church.

Norma Hill Word has been received of the death of Norma Lee Hill, age 85, of Ulysses. Mrs. Hill passed from this life Monday, April 21, 2014 at St. Catherine Hospital in Garden City.

Diane Johnson Former Hugoton resident Diane Kay Johnson, 56, of McPherson, passed away at 9:48 a.m., Sunday, April 27, 2014 while in the company of family members at Via Christi, St. Francis in Wichita. Diane was born in Hugoton, November 12, 1957, a daughter of David Rome and the former Evelyn M. Heiman. Diane attended Hugoton Elementary School, Hugoton Junior High and graduated from Hugoton High School in 1975. She then attended Dodge City Community College where she played volleyball and basketball. She was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church of McPherson. Diane was a homemaker and worked for TG&Y and started working for Walmart as an assistant manager September 29, 1986. She kept this roll throughout her 27 years of service to Walmart. This management position through the years included, but not limited to, merchandising and operations. In March of 2004, when Walmart closed the small store and opened the super store, Diane was instrumental in setting up all the systems, operations, and training all old and new staff. She was a great teacher and took time to mentor to everyone. Diane had a way to make something very difficult for someone seem very simple and manageable. One thing she didn't care for was those who didn't listen or pay attention wasting everyone's time and energy. She could be quite firm when she needed to be. Diane was known as a servant leader and was always seen working and would never have anyone do something she wouldn't do herself. Her fa-

vorite area to work in and thrived, was the garden center and her knowledge was very helpful to everyone. She was self-driven, motivated, compassionate, common sense oriented, straight-forwarded, told it the way it was, and had a heart of gold. Diane enjoyed playing softball, basketball, loved the outof-doors, working in her garden, cooking, canning,

spending time with her family and helping others. She loved her children very much and enjoyed following all their sports and activities. She also enjoyed traveling with her family especially with her grandchildren. May 28, 1977, Diane K. Rome was united in marriage to Glenn A. Johnson in Hugoton. The young couple established their first home together in McPherson. Diane is survived by her devoted husband of over 36 years, Glenn Johnson of McPherson; her children, Brad Johnson of Phoenix, Az., Terry Johnson of McPherson and daughter-in-law Amanda Rodriquez of McPherson; her step-mother Shirley Rome of Hugoton; her four granddaughters, Alexia VanPelt, Ava Johnson, Ariana Bascue and Eden Johnson; her sisters, Carol Birdsell and husband Bill of Kansas City, Mo, and

Mary Rome of Palmyra, In.; her brothers, Steve Rome and wife Robynn, Richard Rome and wife Connee, Keith Rome and wife Lisa and David Rome and wife Lori, all of Hugoton; her many nieces, nephews and other relatives; and a host of friends. Diane was preceded in death by her parents, Evelyn and David Rome and a son, Brian Johnson. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in McPherson at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, May 1, 2014 with Fr. Hien Nguyen officiating. The final resting place will be at the McPherson Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Women and Children Combating Cancer or St. Joseph's Catholic Church and they can be sent in care of the Glidden Ediger Funeral Home; 222 West Euclid Street; McPherson, Ks 67460.

Upon completing her education, she lived in Kentucky for a short time before moving to Kansas City where she worked in a bank, then spent 31 years as a Senior Accounting Clerk for the General Headquarters, Church of the Nazarene. In November of 1962 Zelma and Delphos Colvin were united in marriage. They adopted a daughter, Jackie Ruth. Delphos passed away in 1976. In 1995, Zelma sold her home in Kansas City and moved to Liberal where she and her sister Myrtle Herrick lived in the Woodland Terrace Retirement center for several years until moving to Pioneer Manor in Hugoton. Zelma is survived by her daughter Jackie; five grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services were attended Friday afternoon, April 25, at Garnand Funeral Home Chapel in Johnson with Pastor Richard Stafford officiating. Interment followed at the Stanton County Cemetery in Johnson. Memorial contributions may be given to the Alzheimer’s Association in care of Garnand Funeral Home, PO Box 715, Johnson, Ks 67855.

She was born July 14, 1928 in Kiowa County, the daughter of Verdie Herbert Mitchell and the former Marietta “Maye” Bertha Johnson. Norma moved to Grant County at the age of five. During her high school years, she worked at Sturman’s Drug Store. She graduated from Grant County Rural High School in 1946. Norma worked at Crocker Theatre and Drive-in, Firestone and the bowling alley. She owned the Crystal Grill then cooked at Kepley Junior High School. In the summertime Norma ran roguing crews. June 9, 1946, Norma married Leonard Hill Jr. in Ulysses. She and Leonard started the Emergency Medical Technician’s organization in the 1970’s. Norma and Leonard

owned Southwest Fire Extinguisher and Nutrition Center; retiring in the mid 1990’s. They played Mr. and Mrs. Claus at Christmas time. Mrs. Hill was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post #79, Rebekah Lodge, active in the 4-H program, a member of the Hickok Club, enjoyed helping with the Home Products Dinner, and helped organize the All-Class School Reunion. Norma was a good cook and an accomplished seamstress. Survivors include her four daughters, Susan Britton of Ulysses, Barbara Lancaster and husband Dean of Sterling, Mary Jo Dimitt and husband Terry of Ulysses and Terri Ann Scott and husband Dennis of Livingston, Tx.; her sister Ellen May of Sun City, Az.; 14 grandchildren; and 27 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents and husband Leonard who passed away November 1, 2008. Funeral services were attended Friday morning, April 25, at the First United Methodist Church in Ulysses with Reverend Janet Hernandez officiating. Interment followed at the Ulysses Cemetery. Garnand Funeral Home of Ulysses was in charge of the arrangments. Memorial contributions may be given to Park View Assisted Living or the United Methodist Church in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave, Ulysses, Ks 67880.

Wendell Smothermon Wendell Scott Smothermon 84, passed from this life Thursday, April 24, 2014 at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita. Born February 24, 1930 in Hollis, Ok., he was the son of Walter Burton Smothermon and the former Lela Mae Tice. Wendell moved with his family to the Liberal area at the age of three and graduated from Liberal High School in 1950. He attended and graduated from the University of Northern Colorado in 1959 with his Masters degree. Mr. Smothermon moved from Liberal and lived in Westminster Co., Phoenix, Az., Hemet, Ca. and Ojai, Ca.

While living in Ojai, he was a teacher and a coach. In 1980 he moved back to Liberal and worked for The State of Kansas Human Resource Services as an Employment Counselor. A member of the First United Methodist Church, Mr. Smothermon was also a member of Seward County Retired Teachers, Kansas Authors and the Kansas Genealogy Society. A member of the Fargo Lodge #300 AF&AM, Liberal Chapter 5, 55, and 65 of the York Rite; Liberal Shrine Club and the Al Maloi Shrine of Los Angeles, Ca. and Santa Barbara, Ca. Scottish Rite 32nd degree, Order of the Eastern

Star Liberal Chapter #104 and Sword of Bunker Hill. He was a former member of the Rotary Club of Liberal. Wendell was a Staff Sgt. with the Kansas National Guard from 1948-1957.

September 6, 1953 Wendell married Reba Maxine Shank in Liberal. She survives. Other survivors include his son Wendell Brent Smothermon and wife Judy of Wichita; daughter Jennifer Lynn Kirby and husband Gene of Dodge City; six grandchildren, Wesley Smothermon and wife Cari, Brice Smothermon, Ryan Kirby, Sarah Kirby, Taylor Smothermon Anderson and husband Carl and Adelynn Smothermon. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Roberta Lee and Mae Gustin. Funeral services were at-

tended Monday morning, April 28 at the First United Methodist Church in Liberal with Pastor David Randall presiding. Burial followed in Liberal Cemetery with Masonic Rites given by Fargo Lodge #300 AF&AM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to SCCC/ATS Development Foundation or the First United Methodist Church in care of Brenneman Funeral Home 1212 W. 2nd Liberal, Ks 67901. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.brennemanfuneralhome.com

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SWKROA Continued from page 1 the overwhelming majority of the Republican House and Senate has had as well as the political representation of the semi-urban and urban districts over rural districts. David G. Seely, SWKROA General Counsel, and attorney with the law firm of Fleeson, Gooing, Coulson and Kitch, L.L.C. of Wichita, updated the group on litigation actions and court decisions affecting mineral and royalty owners. Mr. Seely also addressed the pending appeal before the Kansas Court of Appeals of an adverse ruling against six southwest Kansas counties regarding the methodology of appraising gas wells in those counties

for ad valorem tax purposes. The afternoon session was concluded by Arden Webb, a Certified General Real Property Appraiser, and owner of Mercer, Webb & Associates, LLC of Liberal. Mr. Webb discussed four of the trends he is seeing in mineral values in southwest Kansas. Mr. Webb indicated the manner in which minerals were valued in the Hugoton field in the past is no longer the standard and in today’s environment more factors must be considered on a location-bylocation basis. The Southwest Kansas Royalty Owners Association

Roger L. Hamm Property Valuation

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is comprised of mineral and royalty owners for the stated purpose “to foster, protect and further in all proper respects the rights and interests of the mineral owners.” The Association is instrumental in educating mineral and royalty owners as to trends in oil and gas leasing, oil and gas pipeline right of ways, geophysical testing and in general the oil and gas industry in western Kansas as it relates to the rights and interests of the land, mineral and royalty owner. The Association is an active advocate for the interests of mineral and royalty owners in the Kansas legislature, through education, and has provided “friend of the court” briefs on a number of judicial issues which could impact mineral and royalty owners. Membership in the Association is open to individuals who have ownership interest in surface, mineral, and royalty interests located in Kansas. More information about SWKROA can be found at their website www.swkroa.com, or by call-

ing the SWKROA office at 620-544-4333.

Erick Nordling presents Coleman Osborn of Beaver, Oklahoma the Helium Litigation Fund Scholarship. K. Ted Metcalf Outgoing SWKROA President

Erick E. Nordling SWKROA Executive Secretary

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’ Pioneer Manor residents play Bingo at 2:00 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Community members are invited to volunteer or play a game with the residents! AL-ANON Family Group meets at 1405 Cemetery Road Mondays and Thursdays at 8:00 p.m. Call 620544-2610 or 620-544-2854 for more information. HUGOTON LIONS CLUB meets every Second and Fourth Thursday of the month at Memorial Hall at 7:00 p.m. HUGOTON MASONIC LODGE #406 AF&AM meets every second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday nights - Inside Out Kids at the Hugoton Assembly of God, 138 S. Main, beginning with dinner at 6:45 p.m. Program will be from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Rides are available by calling Pastor Ben Coats at 620428-1487 before 5:30 p.m. Wednesday evenings. - Moscow United Methodist will host Kids Club, from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. Kids Club is available for children ages Kindergarten through fifth grade. For more information, contact the church at 620598-2426. Now through May 1 - Pioneer Communications is accepting submissions for their phone directory cover photo contest. Entry forms and information available at www.pioncomm.net or at any Pioneer Communications office. The contest is open to anyone who receives local telephone service from Pioneer or whose parent or guardian receives such service.

May 1 - National Day of Prayer. Stevens County Ministerial Association invites all residents to join them at the flag pole at the Stevens County Courthouse at 12:00 noon for a time of prayer. - Stevens County Genealogical Society will meet at 1:00 p.m. in the Kansas Room of the Stevens County Library. - Sons of Thunder Southwest Kansas Chapter will meet from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the Grant County Civic Center, 1000 W. Patterson Avenue in Ulysses. Terry Jones of Oklahoma City will speak. Call Monty at 620353-9507 or Cary at 620353-9601 or visit www.sonsofthunderswks.com for more information. May 2 - No school for USD 210 students due to Professional Development Day. - Stevens County Library will host a kids’ movie starting at 3:35 p.m. May 3 - Project Hope will host their second annual Afternoon Tea at Memorial Hall. Guests are encouraged to wear anything girly! May 3-4 - Kansas Sampler Festival in Wamego. More information is available at www.kansassamplerfesti val.com May 5 - Hugoton Middle and High School’s music programs will present their spring concert at 7:00 p.m. in the high school auditorium. May 7 - ***Schedule change*** Hugoton City Council will meet at 5:15 p.m. - Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce will meet at 12:00 noon.

- Hugoton Airport Board will meet at 7:00 p.m. - Moscow Recreation Commission Board will meet at 7:00 p.m. in the high school board room. May 8 - Glenda McComack is the special speaker at Aglow Fellowship at 7th & Main. Fellowship begins at 7:00 p.m. with the meeting following at 7:30 p.m. May 9 - Hugoton Early Childhood Development Center’s KinderPrep morning class will perform their music concert at 10:00 a.m. and the afternoon class will perform at 2:00 p.m. - Stevens County Library will host a kids’ movie starting at 3:35 p.m. May 10 - Sew All Day at the Senior Center, 624 S. Main in Hugoton. Call 620-544-2283 for more information. - Moscow Recreation will have a Community Day at the football field in Moscow at 6:00 p.m. May 11 - Happy Mother’s Day! May 12 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet in the Commissioners’ Room at the Stevens County Courthouse, beginning at 8:30 a.m. - Stevens County Library Board of Directors will meet at 5:30 p.m. May 13 - Stevens County Economic Development will meet at the Senior Center, Sixth and Main in Hugoton, at 12:00 noon. May 14 - Early release for USD 210 Early Childhood Development Center, Elementary and Middle School students

at 1:30 p.m. - Stevens County Library will host a kids’ movie, starting at 1:45 p.m. May 16 - Last day of school for Hugoton Learning Academy students. - Stevens County Library will host Hugoton ECDC’s KinderPrep students for storytime at 10:30 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. May 17 - Hugoton High School will host their commencement ceremonies for graduating seniors at 10:00 a.m. May 18 - Hugoton Learning Academy will host their graduation ceremonies at 3:00 p.m. May 19 - Last day of school for Hugoton Middle and High School students. - Stevens County Library will host Caring Connections for storytime at 10:30 a.m. - USD 210 Board of Education will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the HMS Library. - Hugoton Middle School and High School bands will perform their spring concert at 7:00 p.m. in the high school auditorium. May 20 - Hugoton Elementary’s PreK students will present their music program at 10:00 a.m. - Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce will host their monthly luncheon at 12:00 noon. May 21 - Last day of school for Hugoton Elementary and Early Childhood Development Center students with early release at 11:30 a.m. - Stevens County Library will host a kids’ movie starting at 3:00 p.m.

County; Glen Teeter for Stanton County; Tom Lahey for Stevens County; and Lora Damme was re-elected as one of the Directors-at-Large. These Directors will join the following 2013-2015 Directors on the Board: Bob Jones, Finney County; Don Tillotson, Grant County; Keith Puckett, Hamilton County; Braden Barnhardt, Haskell County; Ralph Goodnight, Kearny County; Bill Light, Morton County; Tom Schnittker, Pratt County; E. Paul Boles, Seward County; Darrel Ruth, Stanton County; Jim Kramer, Stevens County; and Larry Rankin as the other Director-at-Large. President Bill Light will be

the eleventh president of the sixty-six year old mineral and royalty owners association. The Southwest Kansas Royalty Owners Association is comprised of mineral and royalty owners for the stated purpose “to foster, protect and further in all proper respects the rights and interests of the mineral owners.” The Association is instrumental in educating mineral and royalty owners as to trends in oil and gas leasing, oil and gas pipeline right of ways, geophysical testing and in general the oil and gas industry in western Kansas as it relates to the rights and interests of the land, mineral and royalty owner. The Asso-

ciation is an active advocate for the interests of mineral and royalty owners in the Kansas legislature, through education, and has provided “friend of the court” briefs on a number of judicial issues which could impact mineral and royalty owners. Membership in the Association is open to individuals who have ownership interest in surface, mineral and royalty interests located in Kansas. More information for SWKROA can be found at their website www.swkroa .com, or by calling the SWKROA office at (620) 5444333.

Bill Light Continued from page 1 2014-2016 term: Caverly Hart for Finney County; Steve Alford for Grant County; Eddie George for Hamilton County; Gerald Lightcap for Haskell County; Bob Beymer for Kearny County; Wayne Breeding for Morton County; K. Ted Metcalf for Seward

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Three students are honored at board of education meeting The Hugoton USD #210 Board of Education met Monday, April 28 for a regularly scheduled meeting. Present at the meeting were board members Matt Mills, Stephanie Heger, Martin Daharsh, Todd Gayer, Don Beesley and Paula Rowden. Also present were Traci Shields, Mark Crawford, Newton, Tiffany Mark Boxum, Katy Heger, Elise Heger, Clint Merritt, Susie Scott, Lance Custer, Adyson Gooch, Kelsey Quillen, Kay McDaniels,

Martha Rubio, Deanna Quillen, Yaczeny Gastelum, Ana Pena, Cara Rogers, Estefani Armendariz, Sofia Jimenez, Kyla Mills, Melissa Fabela, Dallie Hoskinson, Nancy Johnson, Laney Hoskinson, JoHanna Rawlins, Emily Peterson, Caitlyn Lewis, Brooklynn Harper, J.T. Peterson, Claire Lewis, Britta Beesley, Marcos Eckert, Deleta Hoskinson, Jeff Hoskinson, Tammi Eckert, Marisol Don Juan, Riley Sosa, Shelby Martin, Paula Sosa, Stuart Scott, Leigh An-

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gell, Amy Scott, Riggs Martin, Aymee Harper, Sawyer Harper, Jeff Ramsey, Nikki Gilmore, Trevor Waechter, Mike Pomeroy, Clay Johannsen, Diane Pomeroy, Ian Pomeroy, Wyatt Angell, Rustyn Gilmore, Jace Gillmore and Ivan Valles. The board accepted the resignations of Clint Merritt – HHS Asst Principal, Activities Director and HHS football coach; John Moore – HMS/HHS Industrial Technology Teacher; Anna Martens – HMS/HHS cook; Dianna Hayes – HES cook; Lorenzo Cruz – Transportation Director, effective the end of June; and Cara Rogers – HHS teacher. New hires approved were Drew Zweig – HHS Industrial Arts (replacing Richard Rome); and Natasha Phoenix – HHS Science and Asst. HHS Volleyball coach (replaces Misti McSpadden) The board also approved the transfer of Savannah Thomas to the open HHS Social Studies position to teach English Language Arts and Social Studies. This will open up a sixth grade position. The board recognized the FBLA State competitors and Music State competitors: Board President Stephanie Heger presented certificates to each team member: Kelsey Quillen and Ian Pomeroy – FBLA State placers; and Takota Eckert – KMEA All State Choir. Kelsey will be going to Nationals in Nashville, Tn. in late June.

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ASSEMBLY OF GOD Main and Second Street 544-2773 Ben Coats, Pastor Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Life Groups Sunday Nights - 6:00 p.m. Inside Out Kids Wed. - 6:30 p.m. Student Ministry @ The Turnaround Wed. 7:00 p.m.

BETHEL FRIENDS CHURCH 11th & Jefferson - 544-8517 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Service - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Evening Ministries - 6:30 p.m. (Children, Youth, & Adult)

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

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

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

COWBOY CHURCH - HUGOTON Second & Fourth Tuesday of every month Stevens County Commercial Building at Fairgrounds 7:00 p.m.

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

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

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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 Jo Mead, Pastor Monday Bible Study - 1:30 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Praise! Kids - 3:45 p.m. Wednesday Jr. High Youth Fellowship - 5:30 p.m. Wednesday Sr. High Youth Fellowship - 7:00 p.m. Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. HugotonUMC.com

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LIGHTHOUSE FELLOWSHIP 424 S. Jackson 544-4828 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Sunday Church - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday - 7:00 p.m. Pre-Service Prayer - half hour before service

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

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

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

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ST. HELEN CATHOLIC CHURCH 1011 South Jefferson Street 544-2551 Sunday - 11:00 a.m. English Mass - 1:00 p.m. - Spanish Mass

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

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

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

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

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

Lisa Wolf, account representative for the district with ACT Aspire Assessments, talked to the board via live webinar. Elise Heger, Director of Curriculum and Professional Development, updated the board on Curriculum and Testing updates. She said the final professional development day is Friday, May 2. Elise also talked about Language essentials for teachers of reading and spelling (LETRS) training. Measures of Academic Progress or MAP testing will be May 16 and Aims Web testing will be May 9. Scott Strom with 360 Energy Engineers talked with the board about building improvements. He said the company does in depth studies of the facilities and offer options to help with energy savings in the existing buildings. Superintendent Mark Crawford informed the board of a workshop he and Elise Heger attended in Sublette. The workshop was called Student Growth Measures. High Plains Education Cooperative (HPEC) report was given by Paula Rowden. She will be attending a meeting May 5 and asked if the district calendar was ready because she needed to take one with her. Capital Outlay needs assessment for spring and summer costs and Innovative School District designation was discussed. The board discussed the Kansas Legislative Session, HB 2506 and possible loss of due process for teachers in Kansas. Mark’s message to the board and those present on this topic was the administration will continue to support the Negotiated Agreement. A strong support group of teachers in each building is the strength of the school district. A motion to amend the agenda and add “9o” was made and passed. A motion was made and approved for tenure for the ten teachers who participated in exit interviews April 4, 2014. The following teachers were approved: Candice Campbell, Brian Campbell, Cara Rogers, Kerrinne Fann, Todd Fulton, Livia Custer,

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Ian Pomeroy and Kelsey Quillen are honored at the monthly USD 210 Board of Education meeting. Each received a certificate for their accomplishments in the FBLA State competition. Emily Snyder, Kate Szymczak, Craig Szymczak and Karie Gaskill. The board approved a preliminary district study to be conducted by 360 Energy Engineers. This study will be of no cost to the district, but this motion does indicate the district will look at the study results and at a later time consider a partnership with this company. The motion to approve a food service preliminary study to be conducted by OPAA foods was approved. Davonna Daharsh, Food Service Director, attended a training earlier this month. This preliminary study would determine if OPAA foods could save the district any money, while improving the selection choices of a healthy breakfast and lunch menus. Also approved was the letting of bids for a five-year lease of seven route buses. Out of the seven route buses, four have over 200,000 miles. They are in good condition, but options for replacing some or all of them will be good to explore. The Calendar Committee’s recommendation of Option B for the 2014-2015 school year was approved. The motion to approve the framework for the HHS and HMS 2014-2015 schedule passed. Both the HMS and HHS principals have facilitated this process in their building as per the Negotiated Agreement. The Capital Outlay phase 1 of summer projects was approved. The following expenses were approved: o carpet in the HES library, main office and Mrs. Lomax’s classroom. o wall padding to cover broken tile in the old HHS gym. o Yamaha keyboards (4) for the Primary music program. o HES walk-in cooler repairs. A motion to accept donations to the district music department for equipment

Takota Eckert is honored at the USD 210 Board of Education meeting for KMEA All State Choir. upgrades was approved. The board made a motion to declare surplus the grand piano. It was approved. Board of Education accepted the low bid on a newer grand piano. Approved was the low bid of $33,200 from Pianos Unlimited out of Hutchinson. This price includes a trade-in of the old grand piano. A motion to approve the anonymous gift of a Yamaha Digital piano to the district music department was approved. Also approved were all coaching, co-curricular and supplemental pay assignments for the 2014-2015 school year. The motion to approve a one-year contract with Pioneer Communications to provide 200 megabytes per second of internet bandwidth for the entire school district was approved. The board approved the Parents as Teachers grant for the 2013-2014 school year. The board approved the motion to hire Andy Gillen as the HHS basketball coach for the 2014-2015 season. The meeting was adjourned.

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Another one of Richard Barnes’ pictures dramatically show the dust clogged air in Hugoton Sunday. In the minds and memories of the dustbowl survivors, this probably doesn’t rate at all, but this is as bad as wanted by area folks now-a-days thank you!! Can’t you just smell the dirt as you look at this picture!! Ahhh-Choo!!

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Chamber Banquet Continued from page 1 was a nightclub singer in the late 60s and early 70s whose signature song was the one he performed Saturday, “This Magic Moment”. He toured the United States and Canada and was showcased in Las Vegas, Nv. Frankie was an extra in the movies “Ice Castles” and “Every Which Way But Loose”. Phyllis is an accomplished concert pianist who plays

many different styles of music. Table sponsors for the evening were First National Bank, Ghumm’s Automotive, Rotary Club of Hugoton, Stevens County Library, White’s Foodliner, Wolters Construction and Chamber Gold Members Citizens State Bank, Jordan Air, KDI Operating Company, LLC and Stevens County Healthcare.

White’s Foodliner receives the Business of the Year Award at the annual chamber banquet. From the left are David Snyder, Cathy Wolters, Pat White and Dean Van Horn.

Frankie and Phyllis Valens entertain the crowd during the Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Banquet.

Kurt and Littell receive scholarships Neal Gillespie presents Gary Gold with a certificate for his 25 years of service to Economic Development. Plant Administrator Judy Parsons and Plant Manager Eric Ohling, on the left, accept the New Business of the Year Award for KDI Operating Company, LLC from Chamber Board Members David Snyder and Cathy Wolters on the right.

Neal Gillespie presents Bryan Sullins with a certificate for his 16 years of service to Economic Development.

Stevens County FSA welcomes new County Executive Director Stevens County Farm Service Agency welcomes new County Executive Director, Marla Hammer. Marla worked as a Program Technician in the Haskell County office for six years before spending six months training in the Scott County FSA office. Before coming to work at the Farm Service Agency, Marla worked as a financial advisor for Farm Bureau in Gray County. Marla earned her Bachelor of Science from Kansas State University before moving to Southwest Kansas. Marla and her husband operate a dry land farming operation in Haskell County,

as well as raise cattle. The office will host an open house May 8, 2014 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Please stop by the Stevens County Farm Service Agency to meet the new County Executive Director. The Stevens County Farm Service Agency also welcomes new Program Technician, Rita Conley. Rita came on board to help with the implementation of the new farm bill. Rita has previous experience working as a temporary Program Technician from April 2010 through February 2011. Rita resides in Hugoton with her husband Josh and son JJ.

David M. Kurt and Zane Littell, seniors at Hugoton High School, were each chosen to receive a $750 college scholarship from the Gas Capital Scholarship Program. David and Zane are two of five seniors selected this year, who reside in a tencounty portion of the Hugoton Gas Field.

David plans to major in engineering or pre-med at Oklahoma Christian University in Edmond, Ok. He is the son of Dave and Shelley Kurt. Zane plans to major in biology or chemistry at Fort Hays State University. He is the sone of David and Brandy Littell.

Graber and Johson merge law offices The law offices of Steven W. Graber, P.A. and White & Johnson, LLC are pleased to announce the merger of their two practices into Graber & Johnson Law Group, LLC. Graber & Johnson Law Group, LLC provides legal services to the area. All attorneys in the firm are licensed to practice in Kansas and select attorneys are licensed in Colorado, Oklahoma, North Dakota and Virginia. The principals of the firm, Steve Graber and Darrel Johnson, have been friends and colleagues since they met through the National Network of Estate

Planning Attorneys in 1993 and began serving clients together in 1994. The main office locations of Graber & Johnson Law Group, LLC will be Manhattan and Elkhart. Jeremiah Johnson, attorney, will continue working in the main office located in Elkhart. Darrel E. Johnson, attorney, will continue working from both the Elkhart and Manhattan office locations. The firm also has offices available by appointment only in Hugoton and other locations. For more information, please visit www.graber johnson.com.

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The Eagles hosted Elkhart Thursday, April 24 in a doubleheader that resulted in two wins for Hugoton. Game one was anyone’s game with Elkhart hitting 13 while Hugoton hit nine. When the first game came to an end the Eagles had pulled out the victory, 11 to 7. Dakota Moodie went to the mound for the first six of the seven innings. Moodie allowed eight hits, five runs, five errors, three walks and three strike outs. His strike out average was .549 after throwing fifty strikes out of 91 pitches. Tanner Talbert finished up the game going to the mound in the seventh. He had five hits, two runs, two errors, and one strike out. His strike out percentage was .779 after throwing 14 strikes out of 18 pitches. Nic Frederick had a great game adding four RBIs on two hits. His best hit came in the bottom of the seventh. One out, bases loaded and

the score was tied. Frederick stepped up to the plate and Elkhart’s pitcher was struggling loading up the bases. The pitch as made and Frederick sent the ball out of the ball park for a grand slam winning hit. Game two was a shut out with the Eagles winning it, 10 to 0. Hugoton started out with five runs in the first three innings. Maverick Mills had an RBI single in the first inning followed by a double RBI by Yates Sutton. Frederick added three RBIs and homered in the fourth inning. The bottom of the fourth cinched the game with five more runs coming across the plate. Jeison Rodriguez led his team from the mound in game two pitching five innings. Throwing 65 pitches he threw 42 strikes allowing one hit, no runs, no earned runs, one walk and four strike outs.

Taylor Haar tries to tag the runner before she touches the base during varsity action against Holcomb Tuesday.

Reid Davis is ready to throw the ball to a base for an out against Elkhart Thursday.

Nic Frederick hits the baseball out of the ball park for a grand slam winning hit in the game against Elkhart.

Eagles show their baseball skills against the Longhorns Tuesday The Eagles came away with another pair of wins in last Tuesday’s home doubleheader. Game one started out with the Eagles jumping into the lead in the first inning. Yates Sutton got on base and was brought home by a single by Nic Frederick. Michael Baeza added two more runs in the inning when he singled bringing in Frederick and Reid Davis. Ross Davis went to the mound for a little over five innings for the Eagles. Pitching 47 strikes out of 93 pitches he allowed five hits, seven runs with six of those earning runs, walked six batters, ending his reign on the mound with a .505 strike out percentage. Jeison Rodriguez relieved Davis for the final one and a third innings of the first game. Rodriguez had

one hit, three walks and one strike out. He threw 16 strikes out of 35 pitches. Maverick Mills brought home the winning run when he hit a home run with only one out in the bottom of the seventh inning. The Eagles took the win, 9 to 7 in game one. Hugoton took a second win against Holcomb in game two with a 7 to 5 score after trading the lead five times out of five innings. The fourth inning was the big rally inning for the Eagles adding three runs to take the final lead over the Longhorns. Frederick went to the mound allowing five runs, struck out ten and walked three runners. After giving up six hits he was credited with the win in game two.

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Dakota Moodie tries to get the ball before the Elkhart player can touch the base.

Sports Schedule Thursday, May 1 Boys’ Varsity Golf Invitational at Home; 3:00 p.m. Seventh & Eighth Grade Track Invitational at Home; 3:00 p.m. Boys’ Varsity & Junior Varsity Baseball Doubleheader at Guymon High School; 4:00 p.m. Friday, May 2 Varsity Track Invitational at Home; 3:00 p.m. Saturday, May 3 Seventh & Eighth Grade Track Invitational at Ulysses High School; 10:00 a.m. Monday, May 5 Boys Junior Varsity Golf Invitational at Ulysses High School; 9:00 a.m. Seventh & Eighth Grade

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The Lady Eagles hosted Elkhart in another doubleheader on the Hugoton home turf Thursday, April 24. Despite two high scoring games the Lady Eagles pulled both games off adding two more wins to their record. The first game went to 14 10 against Elkhart giving the home team a big rush. Hugoton started off with two runs in the first by Kelsey Hittle on a RBI. The Lady Eagles continued to add three runs in the third and fourth innings. Taryn Garza added two runs after hitting a home run in the third bringing in Megan Cornelsen. Hugoton added five runs in the sixth securing the win. Taylor Haar started things off with a double bringing home Garza. Haar scored next on a single by Hittle. Garza went to the mound in

game one pitching 117 pitches with 71 of those strikes in seven innings. She allowed 16 hits, ten runs, walked five and struck out seven. Garza’s strike out percentage was .607 in this game. Game two was a close game with the Lady Eagles taking the win, 14 to 13. Hugoton was off to a good start jumping into the lead in the second inning. Haar got things going with a single. Hittle moved Haar around to third where she scored on double by Bailey Haynes. Hittle scored after Mandy Mills stepped up to the plate. Mills was put out on a ground out. Hittle led her team from the mound throwing 68 strikes out of 114 pitches. She pitched seven innings allowing 23 hits, 13 runs, 12 earned runs, four walks, one strike out and one home run.

Mariah Reynolds attempts to bunt the ball for a run at first base in the varsity game against Holcomb. The Eagles split games with the Longhorns.

Megan Cornelsen jumps up to catch the softball to prevent a Holcomb player from stealing a base.

Hugoton split doubleheader with the Holcomb Longhorns The Lady Eagles split last week’s doubleheader with Holcomb on Hugoton’s home field. Game one did not go the way the home team had wanted it to go. Fighting to the very end the Lady Eagles lost 2 to 5 in the last inning. Holcomb rallied in the seventh inning adding three runs to take the win. Hugoton got off to an early lead in the bottom of the second inning adding the first two points of the game. Lauren Fox and Courtney Heckel each singled. Bailey Haynes and Fox each scored before the inning ended. Hugoton did not score again in this game. Taryn Garza was the pitcher in game one where she was charged with the loss.

Pitching all seven innings she walked eight, had ten strike outs and allowed five runs. As assistant coach Jena Burnett said after the game ended, “We lost in the last frigging inning!” Game two was the Lady Eagles game taking the win 8 to 3. Hugoton’s big inning was in the second when the Lady Eagles added four runs. Garza started the rally with a two run double followed by an RBI single by Taylor Haar. Hugoton was on a roll and in the sixth inning two more runs were added including a home steal by Courtney Heckel. The Lady Eagles never lost the lead after the second inning taking the win, splitting the doubleheader one and one.

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Senior Ross Davis has signed with Northwest Missouri State University, Maryville, Mo. as a pitcher for the Bearcats. Ross is the son of Robert and Misty Davis. Ross is pictured with his parents and Hugoton High School Coach Rusty Crites and Athletic Director Clint Merritt. Photo courtesy of Kathy Pate.

Senior Taryn Garza signed with Dodge City Community College to play shortstop for the Lady Conqs in 2015-2016. Taryn is the daughter of Nancy Hines. She has been a valuable asset to the Lady Eagles while at Hugoton playing short stop and pitching. Taryn is pictured with Hugoton High School coach Lance Cornelsen and her mother Nancy. Photo courtesy of Kathy Pate.

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date they paid the tax, whichever is later. For most people, this means that returns for tax-year 2011 or later can still be amended. This year, many same-sex couples may want to consider filing amended returns. A same sex couple, legally married in a state or foreign country that recognizes their marriage, is now considered married for tax purposes. This is true regardless of whether or not the couple lives in a jurisdiction that recognizes same-sex marriage. For returns originally filed before September 16, 2013, legally married same sex couples have the option of filing amended return to change their filing status to married filing separately or married filing jointly. But they are not required to change their filing status on a prior return, even if they amend that return for another reason. In either case, their amended return

must be consistent with the filing status they have chosen. Further details are available on IRS.gov. As all amended returns must be filed on paper, allow up to 12 weeks for Form 1040X to be processed. Starting three weeks after filing their amended returns, taxpayers can use the “Where’s My Amended Tax Return?” tool on IRS.gov to check the status. The IRS expects to receive about 90,000 federal tax returns by October 15 from Kansas taxpayers who filed a six-month extension request. Estimated 2013 returns filed as of April 18, 2014. Total returns 1,195,700 Total e-file returns 1,112,600 Paper returns: 83,100 Ninty-three percent of Kansas taxpayers e-filed their federal tax return this year and the number of paper returns from Kansas are down 20 percent from last year.

2014 FILING SEASON STATISTICS Cumulative statistics comparing 4/19/13 and 4/18/14 Individual Income Tax Returns: 2013 2014 % Change Total Receipts 130,203,000 131,170,000 0.7 Total Processed 120,737,000 125,604,000 4.0 E-filing Receipts: TOTAL 112,665,000 115,969,000 2.9 Tax Professionals 69,474,000 69,992,000 0.7 Self-prepared 43,191,000 45,977,000 6.5 Web Usage: Visits to IRS.gov 296,468,446 269,820,598 -9.0 Total Refunds: Number 93,839,000 94,809,000 1.0 Amount $249.489 billion $254.702 billion 2.1 Average refund $2,659 $2,686 Direct Deposit Refunds: Number 6,135,000 76,714,000 0.8 Amount $217.189 billion $217.657 billion 0.2 Average refund $2,853 $2,837 -0.5

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The large lagoon will hold 40,000,000 gallons of water when it is completed. It covers 23 acres

and will have a depth of five feet.

New lagoons near completion September 9, 2013 the City Council accepted the bid from Sporer Land Development for the construction of a sewer lagoon and an aeration

cell northeast of Hugoton. The construction is now about 90% complete. The aeration cell covers 1.75 acres and will hold a water

The aeration cell will hold a water depth of 12 feet and it covers 1.75 acres of land.

depth of 12 feet. The water to fill the cell will come from the east end lift station for pretreatment. From there, it will drain into the larger sewer lagoon. The larger lagoon covers 23 square acres and will have a water depth of five feet. The lagoon will hold 40,000,000 gallons of water. The water goes through more treating before eventually traveling to the last three lagoons for more treatment. Sporer Land Development used 11,000 square yards of concrete for the slopes on the ponds and moved 100,000 cubic yards of dirt. The company used 15,000 feet of eight, ten and 12 inch pipe in the construction and hired ten local temporary people to work on the job.

May is ‘Older Americans Month’ President John F. Kennedy first designated May as “Senior Citizens Month” in 1963 and encouraged the nation to pay tribute to our senior citizens across the country. A proclamation signed in 1980 by President Jimmy Carter changed the name to “Older Americans Month.” Here are a few facts about America’s senior citizens: The number of people 65 and older in the U.S. July, 1, 2012 – 43.1 million. The projected population of people 65 and older in 2060 – 92 million. It is projected that in 2056, for the first time, the population 65

and older would outnumber people younger than 18 in the U.S. The estimated number of veterans of the armed forces who are 65 or older – 9.6 million. The labor force rate for men 65 or older was 21.3% in 2012, up from 17.6% in 1990. For women, the number rose from 8.4% in 1990 to 13.4%. The proportion of people 65 and older in 2013 who had completed high school or higher education – 82.6%. The percentage of those 65 or older who reported living in homes with computers in 2011 – 61.8%. Additionally, 45.5% accessed the internet either from

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STEVENS COUNTY SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER Shila Moore, Director 544-2283 - Activities 544-8041 - Meals 624 S. Main, Hugoton Several people have provided me with their photos for our Mother’s Day activity. I still need more though. If you’d like to participate, please bring me your photo, I’ll scan it and you can pick it up the next day. I’ll print all the photos on a sheet of paper and our lunch crowd will try to identify who is in the picture. The picture needs to be one from your childhood days. The deadline for getting your photo to me is Friday, May 2. Southwest Kansas Area Agency on Aging will have a meeting for sub-region one in the craft room at the Activity Center Thursday, May 8 at 1:00 p.m. We’ve had some interest in the Life Story Workshops I’ve been facilitating. The next time we meet will be Wednesday, May 14 from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. I also have one scheduled for Saturday, May 24 from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. This is an absolutely free workshop meant to help you start writing your life story. Please call me at the Activity Center if you are interested in doing this. Your children, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews will thank you for writing your memoirs! Very few people are attending our Senior Socials,

so we will not have one for May. If you would like to continue having these, please let me know your ideas on activities that would increase attendance. Also, let me know if you would like to purchase season tickets for Live on Stage. If you have questions concerning caregiving, legal matters, disability, health insurance, housing, etc., please call Michael Johnston at Southwest Kansas Area Agency on Aging at 620-2258240. Menu May 1.............Smothered Steak May 2 ............Baked Potato Bar May 5.........Smothered Chicken Breast May 6 .......................Taco Salad May 7........................Roast Beef May 8..................Ham & Beans Activities Friday, May 2 Bingo ..................12:30 p.m. Saturday, May 3 Cards & Games.....6:00 p.m. Monday, May 5 Line Dancing ........7:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 7 Paint.....................1:00 p.m. Thursday, May 8 Bridge.................12:30 p.m. Daily – Monday thru Friday Exercise ..............10:30 a.m. No Bridge until September.

home or elsewhere. Percentage of those 65 or older who reported casting a ballot in the 2012 presidential election – 71.9%. Percentage of those 65 or older who owned their own home as of the fourth quarter of 2013 – 80.7%. As of the 2010 census, there were 53,364 100 or older living in the U.S. Data is taken from www.census.gov.

Governor signs four bills into law Kansas Governor Sam Brownback signed four bills into law last Tuesday. •HB 2418 – requires registration and imposes qualifications as to operators responsible for oversight of adult care homes. •HB 2578 – regulation of firearms, including federal transfer certifications, concealed carry by municipal employees, penalties for possession of a firearm under the influence, preemption of city and county regulation and disposal of seized weapons. •S Sub HB2655 – sentencing of veterans convicted of criminal offenses committed as a result of mental illness, including post-traumatic stress disorder stemming from service in a combat zone. •HB 2553 – approves the Health Care Compact “The Health Care Compact will allow states to restore and protect Medicare for generations to come,” said Governor Brownback. “Obamacare is the most serious attack on Medicare and seniors since the program’s inception. By cutting $700 billion out of Medicare, President Obama and his allies made a policy statement that ideology is more important than protecting seniors. I oppose any effort at the state level to reduce Medicare benefits or coverage for Kansas seniors. I signed HB 2553 with this understanding and will work to make it a reality when the compact becomes effective.” Submitted by the Office of Governor Sam Brownback.

The Office of the State Fire Marshal arson dog is in the running for a national award. Tana, a 4-1/2 year old Labrador with the State Fire Marshal, is among 135 dogs from across the country nominated for the American Humane Association Hero Dog Awards, which recognizes notable canines such as law enforcement dogs, therapy dogs and pets that do extraordinary things. Tana is nominated in the arson dog category. Initially raised by a military family in California as an assistance dog, Tana began a different service career in September 2010 as an accelerant detection canine. She now works cases throughout Kansas with handler Rose Rozmiarek, Chief of Investigations. “Her keen sense of smell can narrow down where accelerants may be at the scene in a matter of minutes that could otherwise take days for investigators to sift through with heavy equipment,” said Rozmiarek. “She has been instrumental in finding evidence resulting in multiple convictions.” Tana’s most notable case is the recent conviction of a 26-year-old man for aggravated arson, murder and child endangerment. While holding his child in his arms, the man set his house on fire, resulting in the death of his wife and severe burns to his child. The child endured months of treatment for second and third degree burns, far away from his family and without his mother. Tana found evidence that led to the aggravated arson and homicide convictions. Besides investigating fires, Tana conducts demonstra-

tions and promotes fire safety. She works with children during Fire Prevention Week and is a regular at Kansas State Fair Emergency Preparedness Day events. At home, Tana enjoys playing fetch and spending time with her other animal family members. Daily online voting by the public will continue through June 6 and will narrow down nominees to 24 semi-final-

ists. Eight finalists will be selected by judges and the public. Finalists receive $1,500 for charity, and the dog of the year receives an additional $5,000 for a charitable organization. View Tana’s profile and vote for her at www.herodogawards.org/vot e/?nominee=89591366 Submitted by the Kansas Office of the State Fire Marshall.

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MUSEUM UPDATE

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from The Stevens County Gas & Historical Museum Gladys Renfro, Beulah Carter and Linda McCrary

905 South Adams, Hugoton Hours: Monday - Friday Saturday 1 - 5 p.m. 2 - 4 p.m. The first day of May is traditionally called May Day. May Day was a day of celebration that began with the early settlers from Europe to America. However, its origins did not start in America. The origins date back before Christ with the Druids and a pagan celebration of the midyear. (It was believed that November 1 was the end of the year.) Many Americans have come to frown on the May Day celebrations because of its pagan origins even though the Europeans brought the highly European celebration to the American continent. Some still celebrate this holiday and it was more popular in years past with dancing around the May Pole winding ribbon around the pole and with May Baskets filled with flowers or baked goods. These baskets were brought to homes and placed on the front porch. The culprit would ring the door bell or knock and run so as not to be caught. If they were caught they were given a kiss by the person who opened the door to find the basket. May is also the month we start thinking of picnics along a stream or while fishing. Well, at least when the wind and dust are not blow-

ing so hard. Back in the late 1800s and early 1900s it was common to take a buggy or surrey ride out to the country for a picnic on nice days to welcome the end of winter and the coming of nicer weather. Surreys are doorless, four-wheeled carriages popular during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Typically they had a front and back seat which would seat four passengers. The tops of surreys ranged from a rigid, fringed canopy-top, to parasol and extension tops. The seats were usually bench type seats. The museum has examples of these open buggies and surreys and would welcome your visit. Our hours still reflect the winter hours; however, with May Day we begin to think about our celebration of warmer weather with expanded hours coming June 1. But for now, our hours are 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Saturday. We are located at 905 South Adams in Hugoton, Kansas. Oh and let’s not forget to congratulate one of our own, Billy Woodworth for receiving the Citizen of the Year award. CONGRATULATIONS, BILLY! We love and appreciate you.

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The surrey with the fringe on top on display was donated to the Stevens County Oil and Gas Museum by Chester Kinser.

This fringe was placed on horses to shoo the flies away in the summertime. It was loaned to the museum by Stanley Phillips.

This past Saturday evening the Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce had a wonderful Annual Banquet! To all who showed their support for the Chamber by attending, you are greatly appreciated. Kudos to our Gold members for their help in sponsoring of this event – Citizens State Bank, Jordan Air, KDI Operating Company LLC, Pioneer Electric, and Stevens County Healthcare. And a round of applause to the Chamber Members who decorated tables for the event: Citizens State Bank, First State Bank, Ghumm’s Automotive, Hugoton Rotary Club, Jordan Air, KDI Operating Company LLC, Stevens County Library, Stevens County Healthcare, White’s Foodliner, and Wolters Construction. I would encourage you to support these businesses! Also, if you missed any of this information on the front page we are proud to announce the recipients of the Awards presented by the Chamber. Citizens of the Year – Billy Woodworth; Lifetime Achievement – Lee Isaac; New Business of the Year – KDI Operating Company, LLC; and Business of the Year – White’s Foodliner. I had received several calls and inquiries as to these awards and would like to officially announce them to the public. Congratulations to these individuals and businesses. They are what make Hugoton a “GREAT place to call Home!” Today, May 1, is the National Day of Prayer and the Stevens County Ministerial Association invites all residents of Stevens County to join them at the Flag pole at the Stevens County Courthouse as 12:00

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE noon for a time of prayer. You are cordially invited to Project Hope’s Second Annual Afternoon Tea this Saturday, May 3 at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are on sale now at State Farm Insurance office, 617 South Main Street. If you are on Main Street, take a look in the front window to see some of the prizes that will be raffled off that afternoon during the tea. Last year’s tea with the Queen was so much fun. I know you are not going to want to miss it. Hugoton is looking forward to having Biking Across Kansas come through town Saturday, June 7. 900 riders and support crews will be coming through town on the start of their weeklong trek across the state. They start either at the Colorado state line or Elkhart at about 7:00 a.m. and should start coming through town around 8:00 a.m. for most of the morning and early afternoon. They will be traveling along Highway 54 through Hugoton, Moscow and on to Satanta to spend the night. The Chamber plans to put out the “welcome mat” with a free water stop at the City Park that morning to help the riders on their way. We also hope that many of them will be stopping at our local businesses for refreshments or a meal, to see what our community has to offer, or pick up supplies or gifts for family and friends. If you have any questions about this event coming through town, give me a call at the Chamber office. Shop STEVENS COUNTY First! The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce is here for YOU!

Annual Kansas Sampler Festival is in Wamego May 3 and 4 The Kansas Department of Agriculture’s state trademark program, From the Land of Kansas, and a variety of its member companies, will be exhibiting at the Twenty-Fifth Annual Kansas Sampler Festival, May 3 and 4 in Wamego, to showcase Kansas food, products and experiences available in Kansas to nearly 8,000 expected festival attendees. Stacy Mayo, From the Land of Kansas program director, said that the opportunity is unique. “We are excited to showcase some of Kansas’ best companies and their fun and innovative products and services to consumers,” she said. “There are many hidden gems

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in our state. We want to let people know they can shop right here in Kansas and enjoy high-quality food and distinctive products to share with their family and friends.” Festival attendees are encouraged to complete a From the Land of Kansas passport by visiting all the From the Land of Kansas’ members’ booths. Attendees can bring their completed passport to the From the Land of Kansas tent and receive a coupon for a dollar off any trademark merchandise in the booth. Merchandise includes handcrafted mugs and cutting boards made by Kansas artists as well as T-shirts and aprons. In addition, the trademark team will also draw a completed passport each day to win a From the Land of Kansas gift basket. The From the Land of Kansas tent, located west of the pond in City Park, will

feature some of its members including: Alma Creamery, Alma; Cashmere Popcorn, Topeka; Oatie Beef, Dwight; Kansas Foods LLC, Wilson; Prairie Harvest Market & Deli, Newton; Kansas Originals, Wilson; K’s Vineyard Candles, Topeka; Chef Alli’s Farm Fresh Kitchen, Topeka; Loveland Acres Popcorn, Clyde; and Hildebrand Dairy Farm, Junction City. Several other trademark members taking part in the passport promotion: Alma Bakery, Alma; Alpacas of Wildcat Hollow, Eskridge; Becky’s Bierocks, St. Francis; Flint Hills Aromatherapy, Atlanta; Highland Community College Winery, Wamego; Holmes Made Salsa, Wichita; Kansas Play Klay, Ellis; Mom & I’s Candy, Everest; Our Daily Bread Bake Shoppe & Bistro, Barnes; Highland Community College Winery, Highland; Smoky Hill Vine-

yards & Winery, Salina; Wyldewood Cellars, Mulvane and Wheat State Distilling, Wichita will have booths around the festival for exhibitors to enjoy. The Kansas Sampler Festival is Saturday, May 3, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, May 4,, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There will be a charge. Visitors are encouraged to park at the Wamego Recreation Complex at the corner of Balderson Avenue and U.S. Highway 24. Shuttles will be running continuously from the complex to the festival area. Other parking options include parking on side streets or downtown and walking. For more information about the festival, please visit kansassampler.org/festival. Submitted by the Kansas Department of Agriculture.

Moscow News The Moscow Baptist Hillbilly Band has had a full schedule since the first of the year. The band started out the year playing for Wheatridge Park Care Center in Liberal for Sonny Poteet’s birthday. Then to Sterling House Care Home in Dodge City, Pioneer Manor here in Hugoton and Boise City Community Downtown Theater in Boise City, Ok. February had the Moscow Methodist Ground Hog Supper, the Gideons Pastor Appreciation Banquet at the Seward County Community College and the Trinity Faith Valentines Banquet, south of Liberal. March was Iva Jean Munson's eighty-ninth birthday party at Legacy@Parkview in Ulysses and the Hugoton Lion's Club Banquet at the Memorial Hall. April was started off with a road trip to Northeast New Mexico Detention Facility in

Clayton, New Mexico, followed by another road trip to Dodge City to play for the Southwest Kansas Area Agency on Aging Senior Boomer Expo at the Dodge City Civic Center. The Hillbillys also lead worship service at their own church on Sunday mornings when needed. Wherever they go they meet many people that have common acquaintences with them and many

stories are shared along the way. They have been blessed to be able to go out into these many places and share their love of our Lord Jesus Christ. They are thankful that the Lord has blessed them with the talents it takes to go out and share with the many people that come to hear His Word in song. The Hillbillys have a busy upcoming schedule. Praise the Lord! God Bless You!

Wednesday, May 7 The Moscow Recreation Commission will have their monthly board meeting May 7, at 7:00 p.m. in the high school board room. The regular scheduled time for the meeting was to be May 14, but due to conflicts in scheduling the meeting has been moved up one week. Saturday, May 10 Moscow Recreation will be having a Community Day at the football field in Moscow Saturday, May 10. It will start at 6:00 p.m. There will be a Laser Tag Tournament for all.

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Jessica Johns will attend K-State University Senior Jessica Johns, daughter of Norman and Geralynn Johns, will be an NCAA Division I athlete, riding on the reining division of KState’s women’s equestrian team. “Competing on an equestrian team in college has been one of my lifelong dreams,

Chandler Burrows, at center, is proudly accompanied to Washington, D.C., by his parents Shelli and Stacy Burrows,

Chandler Burrows competes at Washington, DC Chandler Burrows continued his National History Bee weekend by competing Sunday, April 27. Chandler ended up as the runner up. He was beaten by only four points! His parents, Stacy and Shelli Burrows, accom-

panied him to Washington, D.C. This year, the trip included some touring of the nation’s capital as well as attending this event. This is Chandler’s second year to participate. Congratulations!

Ten musicians qualify for State competition Hannah Dunn competes in Dodge City rodeo Hannah Dunn competed in another high school rodeo in Dodge City April 25 and 26. She placed eighth in goat tying Saturday and sixth Sunday. While she was in Dodge City, Hannah signed a letter of intent to rodeo with

the Garden City Community College team. Hannah’s parents, Andy and Mandy Dunn of Richfield, are very proud of her and her accomplishments. Congratulations to the new Broncbuster!

Rolla’s high school music program, under the direction of Sam Eiland, had ten events qualify for the State competition. The State Solo and Ensemble Music Festival took place Saturday, April 26 at Stucky Middle School in Wichita. Junior Katie Murray received a II rating on both her vocal solo and her tenor sax solo. Sophomore Sarah Easterwood received a II on her vocal solo. The clarinet trio, percussion quintet, woodwind trio, saxophone quartet and the girls’ sextet all re-

ceived II ratings. Senior Kaleigh Barrett earned a I rating for her mallet solo. The most unique group that Rolla has taken for the past several years is the percussion ensemble. Mr. Eiland uses the entire band to perform a piece with only percussion instruments. This group received a I rating on Saturday. This makes at least the fourth year of earning a I at State with this type of arrangement. Congratulations to Mr. Eiland and all the students! Keep the music playing!

Forensics team will compete in Salina for State The Rolla High School Forensics team has been to several meets this year and State is coming up rapidly. The State Forensics meet is May 3 in Salina. Chandler Huddleston will be competing in informative and extemporaneous speaking. Garry Norton will compete in prose and Jessica Johns will com-

Chandler Burrows and Garry Norton represent Rolla in grand fashion at the National History Bowl last Saturday.

Norton and Burrows compete in National History Bowl Garry Norton and Chandler Burrows represented Rolla High School in Washington, D.C., at the National History Bowl Saturday, April 26. Garry and Chandler, both sophomores, battled with the best teams in the nation, with most teams having four players. The team of two finished in the top 16 and

was the runner up small school champions. Congratulations to the boys and their proud parents, Stacy and Shelli Burrows and Phillip and Kaylee Norton. This is the second year for both boys to attend this event. Way to represent the small schools!

RJH places third overall at Moscow The Rolla Junior High track team traveled to Moscow Wednesday, April 23. The seventh grade boys team won third place overall. Daniel Weatherly contributed to the team score by placing second in the 100m, first in the 110m hurdles and second in shot put. Jonathan Cruz helped by taking third in the 200m run and second in the 110m hurdles. Preston Burrows helped by placing first in triple jump. The eighth grade boys’ team placed third overall. Jaylen Mendez placed third in 100m, first in 110m and 200m hurdles, and first in triple jump. Carson Milburn won first in long jump. Sixth grade girls won fifth overall. Alexandra Hart won first in 100m hurdles, 200m hurdles, and high jump. Seventh grade girls won fourth

overall with Kaberlin Hull taking second in the 100m and the 100m hurdles. Eighth grade girls won first place overall. Alexis Fisher won second in the 100m and 200m. Ellie Easterwood won first in 100m hurdles, second in long jump and third in triple jump. Aaliyah Earl won third in 100m hurdles and 200m hurdles. The 4X100 relay team, consisting of Vanessa Reza, Ellie Easterwood, Allyson Norton and Lupita Rueles won second while the Sprint Medley team of Vanessa Reza, Allyson Norton, Aaliyah Earl and Alexis Fisher won first. Allyson Norton won first in shot put and discus. Vanessa Reza won second in softball throw. Congratulations to the team and their coaches! Keep up the good work!

Golf team competes at many tournaments The Rolla golf team continues to attend as many golf tournaments as possible. Chandler Huddleston won third at the Lakin tournament, third at Southwestern

Heights and second at Boise City. Michael Burnett won third at the Rolla Invitational tournament in Elkhart. Keep those scores low and keep golfing!

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and I am so excited to be a part of such an amazing group of people,” Jessica says. Jessica will be attending Kansas State University in Manhattan this fall. Congratulations to the newest Wildcat equestrian team member!

Hannah Dunn, seated, signs a letter of intent to rodeo with the Garden City Community College rodeo team. Standing in back of Hannah are GCCC rodeo coach Jim Boy Hash and Andy and Mandy Dunn, her parents.

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pete in original oration. The whole team will have its speech night Monday, May 5, at 7:00 p.m. in the old gym. The public is invited to attend. You may laugh, you may cry, but everyone should have a good time! Coaches Beverly Light and Katherine Ulloa would love to see the whole gym full of people.

Bus windshield will be repaired in Wichita Every now and then, a trip must have some excitement. While the Rolla high school students were sleeping in their hotel in Wichita, some other people were outside, vandalizing the Pirate bus in the hotel parking lot. A beer bottle was thrown at the front windshield on the driver’s side. It did not break through completely but did damage the integrity of the glass. With the high winds that were coming into the area Saturday, Dan Bucher, bus driver, and Sam Eiland, band director, did not feel it was safe to take the bus on

the road. But what was one to do with all of the band and vocal students and their sponsors? Thankfully, Ingalls High School came to the Pirates’ rescue. Ingalls provided transportation as far as Ingalls, where Jesse Eckert met the bus and brought the Pirates safely home in a yellow bus. The Pirate bus remained in Wichita, where a new windshield will be ordered and installed before it will return to Rolla. This is one of the benefits of a great small school area. Everyone is willing to lend a hand.

Junior high wins several medals at Ingalls The Rolla Junior High track team traveled to Ingalls Tuesday, April 15 to participate in Ingalls’ track meet. Rolla had several medal winners once again. Taking first places in high jump were sixth grader Alexandra Hart and seventh grader Daniel Weatherly. Ellie Easterwood and Carson Milburn, eighth graders, both won third in long jump. Allyson Norton, eighth grader, won first place in the shot put while Daniel Weatherly took second for the seventh grade boys. Allyson Norton also won first place in discus for eighth grade and Kaberlin Hull won second for seventh grade girls. Alexandra Hart won the sixth grade girls 100m hurdles, Kaberlin Hull took second in the seventh grade girls 100m hurdles and the 100m dash. Ellie Easterwood took second in the eighth grade

100m hurdles, with Aaliyah Earl finishing just behind Ellie in third place. Daniel Weatherly took first in the 100m run and the 110m hurdles and Jonathan Cruz took third in the seventh grade 110m hurdles. Daniel Weatherly won first in high jump and Preston Burrows won first in triple jump for seventh grade boys. Daniel Weatherly placed second in seventh grade shot put. Jaylen Mendez won first in the 100m, 110m hurdles, the 200m hurdles and second in triple jump. Ellie Easterwood won third in eighth grade girls triple jump. The eighth grade girls team of Vanessa Reza, Lupita Ruelas, Allyson Norton and Ellie Easterwood won third in the 4X100 meter relay. The eighth grade boys’ and girls’ both won third place overall. Great job, team!

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south during the spring in Kansas so the tree needs to lean toward the south.

Joshua Morris gives valuable information about trees to fourth grade students Friday morning. The Hugoton Lions Club sponsored

tree planting at the Hugoton Elementary School for Arbor Day.

Hugoton Lions teach students how to care for new trees Hugoton Lions Clubs sponsored tree planting for Arbor Day. The Hugoton Elementary School fourth grade students helped plant four trees Friday morning. Lions Club members helping Mrs. Miranda’s, Mrs. Wilcher’s, Mrs. Gifford’s and Mrs. Salman’s fourth grade stu-

dents were Robert Veatch, Linda Kates, Dan Corpening, Casey Settlemyer and Charlie Wagner. Joshua Morris and Casey Settlemyer informed the students on how to take care of the new trees and showed them how to propertly plant them.

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The community is invited to hear special speaker Glenda McComack at Aglow Fellowship Thursday, May 8, at 7:30 p.m. at Seventh and Main. Fellowship with coffee and refreshments begins at 7:00 p.m. Glenda is on the teaching staff at Heritage Christian Academy. She also ministers in children’s church at My Father’s House as well as children’s after school groups. She was born and raised in Hugoton, the daughter of G.L. and Alberta Willsey. She graduated from Panhandle with a degree in Elementary Education. She has three children, two daughters who are church planters, one in Portland, Or., and the other in Romania. A son is still in college. Glenda worked for Inner City Missions in Oklahoma City teaching children, utilizing puppets in summer programs of Vacation Bible School. Following this she served as Director of Chil-

dren's Ministries at Christ for the Nations. In this capacity she taught adult teachers how to teach children in Christian foundational, Bible doctrinal materials, introducing them to Jesus Christ, The Father and Holy Spirit. She ministers in ways that help children learn to pray, to worship, to praise, to sense the presence of the Lord. Over the years Glenda has ministered in 28 countries as well as in various places in the States. In all of these locations she was teaching children and teaching other adults to also teach children. She wrote and produced a Christian Children's TV Show, “Sonshiney Day”. She worked with several noted entertainers including Pat Boone and Donna Douglas, (Ellie Mae in Beverly Hillbillies). You are invited to bring your friends and neighbors to fellowship and give glory to the Lord.

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SUMMER READING Summer Reading signups for ALL AGES begin May 1 at the library. Brochures are available at the signup desk in the front hallway. JIGSAW PUZZLES We have been trying jigsaw puzzles in the main area of the library. After several attempts that failed spectacularly, we discovered that when we surrounded the table with stanchions, it seemed to “protect” the table from vandalism. If you would like to participate, feel free to remove the stanchion tape while you help construct the puzzle in progress, and replace the tapes when you are finished, to keep the puzzle “safe.” Thanks! UNATTENDED CHILDREN AT THE SCL According to library policy, children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or care provider unless they are actively participating in a scheduled library program or activity. Children that are over the age of 8 may be in the library without an adult present.

Children between the ages of 8 and 15 should not be expected to be responsible for younger siblings. Please make arrangements to come to the library with your child under the age of 8, so they may learn appropriate library behavior from you. The library is open until 7 p.m. each weekday and from 9 – 5 on Saturdays to allow working parents to accompany their children. UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE SCL May 1, 1:00 p.m. – SCGS Meeting May 12, 5:30 p.m. – Library Board Annual Meeting May 20, 12:00 p.m. – Chamber Luncheon in Meeting Room May 26 – Library Closed for Memorial Day May 27 – Summer Hours Begin – M-F 8 – 8, Saturday 9 –5 June 2 – Summer Reading begins for all ages July 7 – 11 – Library Centennial Celebration July 8, 6:30 p.m. - Jerry Barlow, Celtic Fingerstyle Guitarist in concert

High oil inventories should help lower gas prices Average retail gasoline prices in Kansas have fallen 1.4 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.49/g yesterday, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 1,329 gas outlets in Kansas. This compares with the national average that has increased 2.5 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.65/g, according to gasoline price website GasBuddy.com. Including the change in gas prices in Kansas during the past week, prices yesterday were 17.5 cents per gallon higher than the same day one year ago and are 6.1 cents per gallon higher than a month ago. The national average has increased 12.9 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 16.5 cents per gallon higher than this day one year ago. "While the national average has risen for the 12th straight week, it is likely nearing a peak," said GasBuddy.com Senior Petroleum Analyst Patrick DeHaan. "Gas price increases have continued since early February but are likely

nearing an end as oil refineries conclude seasonal maintenance, and the switchover to summer gasoline is nearing completion. Meanwhile, oil inventories are at their highest ever level as reported by the Energy Information Administration, which cited crude oil stocks at a record high of 397.7 million barrels, which should help propel oil prices lower in coming weeks as some storage facilities near capacity. For motorists, the peak to retail gasoline prices is likely very near, with some relief to follow in coming weeks as pressure eases on factors that drive gasoline prices, " DeHaan said. GasBuddy operates KansasGasPrices.com and over 250 similar websites that track gasoline prices at over 140,000 gasoline stations in the United States and Canada. In addition, GasBuddy offers a free smartphone app which has been downloaded over 25 million times to help motorists find the lowest gasoline prices in their area. Submitted by gasbuddy.com

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Valuable tips for restoring a dead or dying lawn A patch of dead grass on an otherwise lush lawn can be a frustrating eyesore for homeowners. Whether lawn care is your passion or just something you do to maintain the value of your home, dead grass can be exasperating. But as unsightly as dead grass can be, addressing it and restoring the dead patches can be somewhat simple. Before you can restore grass, however, you must first identify the source of the problem. Grass often dies because of urine damage, which is typically characterized by a dead spot surrounded by otherwise green grass. Grub infestation might be at fault when dead grass ap-

pears, and such an infestation often produces patches of light brown grass that are scattered throughout the lawn. It's also possible that dead grass is a result of human error. If your lawn was overfertilized, then patches of gray-green grass may appear. Fungal disease is another common culprit behind dead grass, and such disease can manifest itself in different ways. Once you have identified why the grass is dead, which may require the help of a professional, then you can begin to treat your lawn. Urine damage Urine damage is often limited to a particular area of the grass where your family pet

Governor Brownback proclaims May Mental Health Awareness Month Last Thursday Governor Sam Brownback signed a proclamation designating May as Mental Health Awareness Month in Kansas, calling upon all citizens, government agencies, public and private institutions, businesses, and schools in Kansas to commit to increasing awareness and understanding of mental illness and the need for appropriate and accessible services for all people with mental health conditions. “We are here today to remind Kansans that mental illness is a common, painful experience for many people and their families,” Governor Brownback said. “My administration is working to strengthen the community and institutional supports our state offers those in need of help.” “Mental illness is often called an invisible illness. Many people are suffering in silence. One in five Americans has experienced mental illness within the past year. It doesn’t discriminate. Anyone can develop a mental illness,” Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) Shawn Sullivan said at the proclamation signing ceremony. “Attitudes around mental illness are beginning to change, but we still have a long

way to go toward being able to discuss mental illness as a health challenge,” Secretary Sullivan said. “Our agency is committed to bringing awareness, recognition and education to the issues surrounding behavioral health.” KDADS has programs in place to allow all Kansans to play a role in building safe, healthy and supportive communities that support those with mental illness. “Community initiatives and individual citizens’ actions are vital to combat mental health misconceptions and stigma. Let’s all begin by having genuine, open conversations about how mental health issues impact our state, communities and neighborhoods,” Secretary Sullivan said. “We can help stop the discrimination and end the silence about mental health issues.” Information about KDADS’ mental health programs and services, as well as collaborative efforts with community and advocacy groups focused on mental health, is available on the agency website at www.kdads.ks.gov and at www.kansasbehavioralhealthservices.org. Submitted by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services.

Governor Brownback launches student photography contest Governor Sam Brownback launched the Happy Birthday, Kansas! student photography contest April 24 during the History and Environmental Fair at the Kansas Historical Society in Topeka. Brownback spoke to a group of fourth graders from Jefferson North Elementary, encouraging them to join with students across the state to discover and celebrate the people and places of Kansas through photographs. “You guys can capture the moment,” he said. “Help us make a picture of what our history is in the state of Kansas as we’re going through it.” Marearl Denning, one of the legislative spouses who envisioned the contest and a photographer herself, explained the rules. The contest is open to Kansas students from first through 12th grade through October 31, 2014. Winners will

be announced as part of the state’s 154th birthday celebration at the Kansas State Capitol on January 29, 2015. Contest is jointly sponsored by the Kansas Historical Society. For more information, visit happybirthdayks.org. The Kansas Historical Society is a state agency that operates the Kansas Museum of History, State Archives, Kansas State Capitol Visitor Center, and 16 state historic sites across Kansas. The Kansas Historical Society does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission to, access to, or operation of its programs. The Historical Society requests prior notification to accommodate individuals with special needs or disabilities. Submitted by the Kansas Historical Society.

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routinely relieves itself. Once a particular patch of grass has worn down, the pet may move on to another spot. But if you quickly notice a dead spot due to urine damage, you can train the animal to urinate elsewhere, limiting the damage it causes. When repairing the grass, dig a hole that's roughly four inches deep and fill it with fresh soil until it's level with the soil surrounding the dead patch. Then you can sprinkle seed on top of the freshly laid soil and water the spot.Grass should grow in and stay green so long as you prevent further urine damage. Insect damage Addressing dead spots caused by insect damage can be a little more complicated, and some homeowners may prefer to hire a professional. If you want to handle the problem on your own, apply pesticide to the affected areas so the insects behind the problem are killed. Once the insects are no more, cut the grass, raking the affected area to remove the dead grass and any additional debris.

Scatter grass seed over the affected areas and then apply an appropriate fertilizer and water immediately. Professionals may know just the right fertilizer for your lawn, so even if you want to go it alone, visit a local lawn care center to ask for advice about addressing your particular problem. Fertilizer damage Fertilizer damage can also prove difficult to address, as applying fresh seeds too soon can kill any freshly growing seedlings. So grass that has been damaged by overfertilization must first be allowed to fully die. Once that has happened, the grass can be cut and any remaining debris or dead grass can be removed. Seed can then be scattered, and you can even add some additional soil before laying down an appropriate amount of fertilizer and watering the lawn immediately. If you don't trust yourself to use fertilizer correctly, then hire a professional to do the job for you. This will cost a little more, but you likely won't wake up to more dead patches of grass

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Of all the edible Kansas flora that debut in early spring, none may be so prized as the morel mushroom. Hunters should do their re-

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Wildlife, Parks and Tourism gives some Morel mushroom hunting tips Of all the edible Kansas flora that debut in early spring, none may be so prized as the morel mushroom. Finding these tree stumpdwelling fungi can make for quite an adventure, so as hunters come from far and wide, the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) reminds hunters of a few tips for a legal, safe and fun mushroom hunt: -Stick to state parks and wildlife areas. Walk-In Hunting Access (WIHA) areas are not open for mushroom hunting. These lands are private property and accessing them for anything other than hunting game during the identified access period is trespass unless hunters have the appropriate landowner permission. -Be prepared to walk. The use of motorized vehicles on public lands is restricted to maintained roads only, so if your mushroom honey-hole is off the beaten-path, strap

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Proper watering is essential when trying to restore or maintain a lush green lawn. If watered incorrectly, a lawn can be susceptible to a host of problems, including insect infestation, weak roots and disease. When watering a lawn, especially when temperatures start to soar in the summer, it's easy to think a lawn needs more water and needs it during those hours of the day when the sun is at its most intense. However, those are two common misconceptions about watering. The following are a handful of tips for homeowners who want to help their lawns endure the summer heat and maintain their lush appeal into the fall. * Water when temperatures are mild. In the summertime, humans typically need water when temperatures are at their most extreme, but that does not mean lawns should be watered when temperatures soar. Water attracts the sun, so watering when temperatures are at their hottest, which is typically around midday and into early afternoon, will likely lead to brown spots indicative of a burned lawn. That's because the sun will be drawn to the water, bearing down on the lawn and burning the grass as a result. When summer arrives, a lawn is best watered when temperatures are at their most mild. That often translates to

early morning or early evening. An added benefit of watering when temperatures are on the mild side is less water will be lost to evaporation during this time, meaning you won't be wasting water. * Situate sprinklers to conserve water. Homeowners who won't be hand watering their lawns should make sure their sprinklers are placed properly throughout their property. Situate sprinklers so they aren't watering driveways, walkways or patios. All of the water should be going to the grass, especially when drought restrictions are in place and the amount of watering the law allows is limited. It's also important to make sure water from sprinklers isn't being blocked from reaching the grass by trees. Homeowners with especially large trees on their property should consider hand

watering the grass beneath such trees to ensure these areas receive adequate water. * Lean on mulch. Homeowners tend to fear drought for a variety of reasons, not the least of which is that drought can cause a green lawn to turn brown, potentially affecting property value and robbing a landscape of its beauty. But there are ways to help the soil retain moisture when temperatures are especially hot and dry. Mulch around trees, flower beds, gardens and shrubs can help homeowners get the most bang for their watering buck. That's because mulch retains moisture, even when temperatures are especially hot. This helps foster stronger root growth and healthier landscapes that are less susceptible to disease and insect infestation. * Get to know your lawn.

During the workshop session, KDWPT migratory game bird program manager, Tom Bidrowski, presented staff recommendations for the upcoming early migratory bird seasons.

Several variables combine to determine how much water a lawn needs. Understanding these variables helps homeowners understand how much to water their own lawns. Local climate is a variable to consider, as is whether or not a lawn was fertilized (experts typically recommend a lawn be fertilized several times, beginning in the spring and ending in October). Soil type and grass type also help to determine how much water a lawn needs, and homeowners who need to determine the type of soil and grass on their property can consult a local lawn care center or landscaping professional. Proper watering can help a lawn survive the dog days of summer, and it's up to homeowners to learn the right techniques. From Metro Editorial Services.

This item will be presented as a public hearing item for approval at the June 19 meeting in Pittsburg.

KDWPT Commission examines early migratory bird seasons Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) Commissioners heard several topics covering the gamut during the April 17 meeting and public hearing at the Great Plains Nature Center in Wichita, including discussion of upcoming migratory bird seasons. During the workshop session, KDWPT migratory game bird program manager, Tom Bidrowski, presented staff recommendations for the upcoming early migratory bird seasons. This item will be presented as a public hearing item for approval at the June 19 meeting in Pittsburg. The June 19 meeting in Pittsburg will take place at the Lamp-

lighter Inn and Suites at 4020 Parkview Dr., at 1:00 p.m. Commissioners also discussed the late migratory bird seasons, which will be workshopped at the June 19 meeting and voted on at the August meeting. The August 21 meeting will be conducted in Great Bend at the Kansas Wetlands Education Center. During the public hearing portion of the April 17 meeting, commissioners approved recommendations for the 2014-2015 antelope seasons as follows: Firearm and Muzzleloader permit application deadline: June 13, 2014 Archery permit deadline:

October 30, 2014 2014 Antelope Season Dates: Archery: September 20 28 and October 11 - 31, 2014 Muzzleloader-only: September 29 - October 2, 2014 (Muzzleloader-only permit holders may also hunt during the firearm season.) Firearm: October 3 - 6, 2014 Shooting Hours: Onehalf hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset. For more information for the 2014-2015 antelope season, visit ksoutdoors.com and click “Hunting / Big Game Information / Antelope.”

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History From The Hermes Compiled by Ruthie Winget Thursday, April 23, 2009 The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce honored Hershel and Janet Larson, owners of the Janet’s of Hugoton, as the 2008 Lifetime Achievement Award Winner. They opened their store in 1979. Brandy Roberts of Hugoton FFA received the State FFA Degree at the 2009 State FFA Convention. She was one of 170 FFA members to qualify for this honor. Thursday, April 29, 2004 Anna Marie Webb retired as Moscow City Clerk this month. She began her job in 1974. She came to Moscow in 1947 to teach “only for one year.” But Melvin Webb changed her mind with a marriage proposal. Thursday, April 21, 1994 Hugoton received the exciting news that the golden arches of McDonalds were coming to town. The Pleasant View FCE Club recognized two of its most loyal members. Ellen Harmon has belonged to the club for sixty years and Marjorie Hankey for fifty years. They were both awarded membership plaques. Thursday, May 3, 1984 Brett Grogan has been named a 1984 United States National Award winner in science by the United States Achievement Academy. Brett is the son of Lee and Carole Grogan. This award is a prestigious honor which recognizes less than 10% of All American

high school students. Thursday, April 25, 1974 The Stevens County Airport now has a new manager, Jerry Klotz. Jerry was the manager of the Wellington airport before coming to Hugoton. His wife, Maxine and his three children, Lydia 15, Kirk 13 and Yancey 11 have joined him. Thursday, April 30, 1964 The featured movie at the Hugoton Drive In Theatre is Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Raven,” starring Vincent Price, Boris Karloff and Peter Lorre. The next movie will be “Rio Bravo,” starring John Wayne, Dean Martin and Ricky Nelson. Friday, April 27, 1934 Dr. H.B. Lamborn announced this week that he is opening his dental office at the Argus Hotel building by May 1. Friday, May 3, 1929 The recent rains brought to

light the old town well on the old townsite of Woodsdale. Thursday morning, Harry Wilson went out with a team of mules to drag the highway. Suddenly the mules stopped and refused to go any further. Harry went to investigate the cause and found a hole about twenty-five feet across and at least sixty feet deep for at that distance he saw water. Oldtimers were called to investigate and found that it was the town well dug years ago in the old town of Woodsdale, once the rival of Hugoton for the county seat and the scene of some of the early day skirmishing between the two towns in the days when this county was known as “Bloody Stevens.” The townsite of Woodsdale has long since been abandoned and is now a farm owned by the Wilson Brothers.

Forty-nine persons miraculously escaped a fiery death Wednesday afternoon, March 26, 1952 when Captain Jack Stanford, veteran Braniff International Airways pilot brought a four-engine airliner to a perfect landing in a wheatfield a mile from the edge of Hugoton. The Douglas DC-4 caught fire at 3000 feet above the ground and became a blazing inferno

Feral cats and stray cats are not the same Feral cats and stray cats are not one and the same. Feral cats are those born and raised in the wild, or those cats that have been abandoned or lost and turned to a feral lifestyle in order to survive. Feral cats are often too wild to be handled, and many live in groups known as colonies, taking refuge wherever they can find food. While this may sound similar to stray cats, pet adoption professionals make a distinction between feral and stray cats. Unlike feral cats,

the ASPCA defines stray cats as those that have been abandoned or become lost, tend to be tame and can be comfortable around people. Such cats may purr, meow and rub against legs of humans who come into contact with them. Stray cats often rely on humans for food, whereas colonies of feral cats will typically feed on garbage, rodents and other small animals. The life expectancy of a stray cat depends on when it was lost or abandoned and how effective it

is at finding a reliable food source, while many feral cats do not survive kittenhood. The average lifespan for those feral cats that do is less than two years outside of a colony but can be as long as ten years when living in a colony with an established caretaker. Such caretakers may be an individual or a group of individuals who provide feral cats with their basic needs, such as food, shelter and even emergency medical care. From Metro Editorial Serv

Shifting narratives may slow healing process Across the country, domestic violence shelters provide a safe harbor for women and children fleeing terrifying predicaments and abusive relationships. However, research at the University of Kansas shows that survivors’ overall recoveries may be impeded when they are forced to "box" themselves into certain narratives in order to receive assistance. Adrianne Kunkel, a professor of communication studies, found survivors’ stories could shift several times while navigating the constraining labyrinth that exists to rescue and serve them. This may slow the emotional healing process,

which is linked to having people portray their individual struggles as personal narratives. Kunkel has spent several years as a volunteer and advocate at a women’s domestic violence shelter, collecting data on employees and survivors. Analysis of 28 interviews with women who stayed at the shelter shows that a survivor must accommodate her story of abuse relative to who is listening. That story varies depending on whether she is calling 911, seeking help from a crisis hotline, asking for shelter, obtaining a protection from abuse order, seeking housing or providing proof that she is fit to

PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, May 1, 2014) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS In the Matter of the Estate of: MELVA BONSALL, deceased (Petition Pursuant to K.S.A. Chapter 59) Case No. 14-PR-14 NOTICE TO CREDITORS The State of Kansas To All Persons Concerned: You are hereby notified that on the 28th day of April, 2014, a Petition for Probate of Will and for Issuance of Letters Testamentary was filed in this Court by Roger Bonsall, one of the heirs, devisees and legatees and as the Executor named in the “Last Will

and Testament of Melva Bonsall,” deceased, and upon Voluntary Entry of Appearance and Waiver of Notice filed therein by all of the heirs at law, devisees and legatees of said decedent, Roger Bonsall was duly appointed Executor of the Last Will and Testament and Estate of Melva Bonsall. All creditors of the decedent are notified to exhibit their demands against the Estate within four (4) months from the date of the first publication of this notice as provided by law, and if their demands are not thus exhibited they shall be forever barred. s/ Roger Bonsall James C. Dodge Sharp McQueen, P.A. 419 N. Kansas, P.O. Box 2619 Liberal, KS 67905-2619 Phone: (620) 624-2548 Attorney for Petitioner

PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, May 1, 2014) 1t PUBLIC HEARING FOR ZONING DISTRICT CHANGE OFFICIAL NOTICE TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN AND TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED: You are hereby notified that the Hugoton City Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing on May 22, 2014, at 5:15 p.m. in the City Council meeting room located at 631 South Main in Hugoton, Kansas. The purpose of the public hearing is to consider a request by Franklin Land Associates, LLC, as agent for the owners, Peter Froese and Hilda Froese, to rezone the following described real estate from “R-1” Single Residential District, to “B-1” Commercial Business District: South Half (S/2) of Lot Five (5), Block Ninety-eight (98), City of Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, according to the duly filed and recorded plat thereof; The public is invited to appear at the hearing to speak in favor of or against the granting of such rezoning

minutes after it came to a stop over-running the Hugoton airport in the forced landing. The passengers and the four crew members slid to the ground on the ropes you can see on the right front door of the plane. Glen McQueen alerted The Hermes and as a result this picture was taken. Later Mr. McQueen was given this picture along with two others.

for the above described land. The Planning Commission may continue their respective hearing date to a future date, if necessary, without further notice. Anyone seeking additional information concerning this rezoning request may contact the City of Hugoton Planning Commission, c/o Joshua Grubbs, at the City Office, 631 South Main, Hugoton, Kansas 67951 during their normal business hours of 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday or call 544-8531. A complete legal description is available for public inspection at the City offices at the hours and address listed above. Property owners within 200 feet of the property described above wanting to protest the proposed change will have fourteen days after the Planning Commission makes its recommendation regarding the requested rezoning to submit protest petitions. If the landowners of twenty percent (20%) or more of the area to be rezoned within 200 feet of the boundaries of the proposed change file valid protest petitions prior to the deadline, the change can be approved only by at least a 3/4 majority vote of the City Council.

parent. “It’s not that they aren’t telling the truth. It is just that they are in a position, depending on the audience, to have to tell their stories in different ways to acquire the particular resources they need,” Kunkel said. Kunkel, along with Suzy D’Enbeau, assistant professor of communication studies at Kent State University, and Jennifer Guthrie, one of Kunkel’s former graduate students who is now an assistant professor of communication studies at the University of Nevada-Las Vegas, is working on a research program that examines the empowerment and disempowerment processes associated with domestic violence centers and with survivors sharing their narratives to center staff. Led by Kunkel, the team will present on the topic throughout the year. As a volunteer, Kunkel observed advocates coaching women to share their experiences and stories in such a way so criteria could be met to receive assistance such as housing or an extension at the shelter. Unfortunately, this coaching process can marginalize the survivor’s perspective and her role in her own recovery. For Kunkel, this coaching contradicted the organization’s mission of empowering the survivor to represent herself and make choices to improve her own life. “Throughout the training, we were told again and again, trust the survivor. It is her story, her lived experience, and we are there to listen and be supportive,” Kunkel said. “Yet there is a lot of coaching that goes on and changing of what might have actually happened.” For example, Kunkel points to a series of questions that volunteers and staff ask when women seeking shelter call the crisis hotline. A woman who may be scared of her abuser, but in a safe location, may not meet the checklist for staying at the shelter. However, if the woman says she feels endangered, that could be enough to receive refuge. “They have to change the way they construct their story just to get into the shelter, but

really it goes even beyond that,” Kunkel said. While it's beneficial in that survivors receive the resources they need to move past abusive relationships, Kunkel claims that requiring survivors to adapt and fragment their stories can be detrimental to processing their experiences and reaping the subsequent mental and emotional health benefits. “The stories are getting told in so many different ways, you don’t actually know what the real story is anymore. Part of that is just life. But when survivors tell their full, unedited story, they actually get a chance to heal and make sense of the potential trauma they have endured,” she said. Kunkel’s work on survivors’ narratives is just one of several research areas she has explored since volunteering at the women’s shelter. In 2013, with D’Enbeau, she published an article in the Journal of Applied Communication Research that identified the paradoxes of a domestic violence center, which espoused empowerment for survivors but whose policies actually hamstrung them and the staff that tried fervently to assist them. They also studied the shelter employees, who work long hours, receive low wages, experience burnout and have high turnover rates. In addition, she is working on a first-person account of what it is like to deal with the support dilemmas and dialectical tensions faced when volunteering at a domestic violence shelter as a feminist scholar and professor of communication and gender studies. At the heart of Kunkel’s research is studying ways for survivors to use social support networks to break out of the cycle of violence. Kunkel would like to see an environment where survivors can fully and accurately express their experiences and feelings without jeopardizing their chance of receiving assistance. Kunkel hopes to share her findings with domestic violence centers across the country so that they may then best help the survivors they serve. Submitted by the University of Kansas.

PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, May 1, 2014) 1t STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS RESOLUTION NO. 14-03 A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A CONTROLLED BURN POLICY FOR STEVENS COUNTY BE IT RESOLVED, by the BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS of STEVENS COUNTY, on the 21 day of’ April, 20I4, a county CONTROLLED BURN POLICY is hereby ADOPTED. WHEREAS, this resolution and control burn ban policy shall supersede any previous policies regarding the same and any previous control burn policies shall hereby be revoked and dissolved. WHEREAS, controlled burn shall be deliberately setting a fire and controlling it until it is completely extinguished. This definition for controlled burn shall include all crops, grass, building, and trash burns or fires. As part of this controlled burn policy the burn must be attended and regulated by the person encharged ofthe burn at all times. The burn is not controlled if it does not meet all of the requirements as listed below:

prepared to give the name of the person in charge of’ the burn, the quarter section, township and range of location and the driving direction from Hugoton, Moscow, or both. 5. No burning can be done when a State or County burn ban is in effect. WHEREAS, certain penalties will be assessed for not meeting these requirements. If all requirements of this resolution are not met the party that does not meet said requirements shall be subject to a $500.00 fine assessed by the Stevens County Commissioners, said non-complying party will be subject to litigation if said fine and all fees are not paid in appropriate manner. ' WHEREAS, if a fire is called in to the fire dispatcher and the fire dispatcher and the fire department has not been notified of a controlled burn, fire units will be dispatched and the fire extinguished. The landowner/tenant will be assessed a fee according to the fee schedule listed below. If the fire gets out of control and spreads to other properties and the fire department determines that all of the requirements were not met, the landowner/tenant will be assessed the same firefighting fees. WHEREAS, the fee schedule shall

REQUIRIEMENTS FOR OPEN FIELD BURNING AS FOLLOWS: 1. If the fire area borders an uncut crop, other stubble fields, grass. or buildings, you are responsible to make sure the fire does not spread. 2. A tractor and some sort of plow and operator must be on site until the fire is extinGUISHED. 3. If there is a chance the smoke will cross the highway, contact the sheriff’s office for advise on traffic control. 4. Call the Sheriff’s office at 5444386 to notify of a controlled burn. Be

be: $300 minimum per response $50 per hour for each unit after the first hour. Reimbursement for tank truck used other than those for the fire department. /s/David Bozone Chairman /s/James Bell Member /s/ Pat Hall Member ATTEST /s/Pam Bensel Pam Nensel Clerk of Stevens County

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You can now find The Hermes classifieds ONLINE at

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Immediate Opening for an Automotive Mechanic/Technician Knowledge in all makes and models preferred. No experience necessary if appropriate schooling has been successfully completed. Drug testing required. EOE. Smoke Free Environment. Clean driving record and your own tools preferred. If interested please apply in person at Riley Ford, Co., 715 E Oklahoma Ave, Ulysses, KS. Or fax resume to 620-353-1278. (1c18)

for very progressive, family-oriented company. Benefit package includes uniforms, health insurance, paid vacation and sick leave. Competitive pay based on experience. Clean CDL required. Applicant must pass physical, drug screen and back exam.

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1101 S Monroe St - 3 bed/3 b, wood floors, att garage, fence and much, much more! Great location!!! Call today for details!! LOTS FOR SALE

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1003 S. Adams - This home is richly adorned with up to date modern color schemes and top grade wood trim and solid wood doors throughout. The kitchen cabinets and full wall of pantry has more than enough room for the most exotic chef's needs. Solid surface counter tops make cleaning the kitchen and bathrooms a snap. Enjoy that cup of coffee on the balcony/deck off the master bedroom on the upper level. The 45X24 morton garage contains a 24'X17.5' work shop which is insulated, heated & cooled and also has a sink

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510 W. 8th Street- 3 bed/2 b, cen H/A, fireplace, 2 car attached garage, includes appliances. Call for details!!

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Mark Faulkner-Broker Karen Yoder - Associate/Broker Residential & Commercial Specialist

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Karen Yoder- 544-4161 or Cellphone 544-3730 Chance Yoder - Salesperson Agricultural Land Residential & Commercial Specialist

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Alan D. Higgins, Owner Custom digital vinyl signs for windows, yard signs, vehicle decals, trucks, trailers & more. DOT signage & Logos.

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Project Hope Open Tues & Thurs 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. 1st Sunday each month 1:30-3:30 p.m. 1030 S. Main

We would like to thank everyone for all your prayers, food, cards and support during the loss of our loved one, Larry Winget. We especially want to thank the employees of Pioneer Manor and Hospice for the wonderful care Larry received during his last days. We appreciate all our friends and loved ones. Ruthie Winget Jimmie and Luwan Hughes Kent, Mat and Kirby, Jonoh and Joshua Hughes Jim and Lori Walters, Ben and Dani, Jessica and Aaron and Ashley

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AL-Anon Family Group Men & Women of alcoholic family & friends meet at 1405 Cemetery Rd. Mon. & Thurs. 8 pm 544-2610 or 544-2854 kansas-al-anon.org

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Celebrate The Month With Lean Nutrient Rich Beef!

Ribeye Steaks with Blue Cheese Butter and Mushrooms Total recipe time: 35 to 40 minutes. Makes 4 servings Ingredients 4 beef ribeye steaks, cut 1 inch thick (about 12 ounces each) 2 tablespoons minced garlic 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme 1/2 teaspoon pepper 8 medium Portobello mushrooms, stems removed (about 1-3/4 pounds) 1/4 cup olive oil Salt Chopped fresh parsley (optional) Blue Cheese Butter: 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese 1/4 cup butter, softened 3 tablespoons chopped rehydrated sun-dried tomatoes, not packed in oil. (To rehydrate sun-dried tomatoes, cover with boiling water; let stand 10 minutes. Drain well before using). 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

May is Beef Month

Instructions Combine garlic, thyme and pepper; press evenly onto beef steaks. Set aside. Brush mushrooms with oil. Place steaks on grid over medium, ash-covered coals; arrange mushrooms around steaks. Grill steaks, covered, 10 to 14 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill 9 to 14 minutes) for medium rare (145째F) to medium (160째F) doneness, turning occasionally. Grill mushrooms 16 to 18 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, 12 to 15 minutes) or until tender, turning occasionally. Meanwhile, combine Blue Cheese Butter ingredients in small bowl until well blended. Cover and refrigerate 2 steaks, 4 mushrooms and 1/2 cup Blue Cheese Butter to use in Ribeye Steak Sandwiches. Spread remaining Blue Cheese Butter over remaining 2 steaks. Coarsely chop remaining 4 mushrooms; divide evenly among 4 plates. Carve steaks into slices; arrange evenly over mushrooms. Season with salt, as desired. Garnish with parsley, if desired. Ribeye Steak Sandwiches: Toast eight 1/2-inch thick slices olive bread. Spread 1 tablespoon leftover Blue Cheese Butter on 1 side of each bread slice. Carve leftover grilled steaks into slices; season with salt and pepper, as desired. Divide slices evenly among buttered sides of 4 bread slices. Top each with 1 leftover grilled mushroom. Divide 1-1/2 cups fresh baby spinach evenly over mushrooms. Close sandwiches with remaining bread slices, buttered sides down. Cut sandwiches in half; serve. Nutrition information per serving for Ribeye Steaks with Blue Cheese Butter and Mushrooms: 337 calories; 20 g fat (7 g saturated fat; 9 g monounsaturated fat); 89 mg cholesterol; 159 mg sodium; 6.0 g carbohydrate; 1.6 g fiber; 32 g protein; 11.6 mg niacin; 0.7 mg vitamin B6; 1.6 mcg vitamin B12; 2.6 mg iron; 45.3 mcg selenium; 5.8 mg zinc. Nutrition information per serving for Ribeye Steak Sandwiches: 557 calories; 21 g fat (9 g saturated fat; 5 g monounsaturated fat); 99 mg cholesterol; 650 mg sodium; 53 g carbohydrate; 4.1 g fiber; 41 g protein; 11.6 mg niacin; 0.7 mg vitamin B6; 1.6 mcg vitamin B12; 5.8 mg iron; 45.4 mcg selenium; 5.8 mg zinc. This recipe is an excellent source of protein, niacin, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, iron, selenium and zinc; and a good source of fiber.

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2014 A Salute to 2014 Moscow High School

A SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT TO THE HUGOTON HERMES

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Congratulations Class of 2014!

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Congratulations On A Job Well Done. Look To Your Future! Jeff Ramsey 613 S. Main Hugoton 620-544-4303

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A Community Bank serving Southwest Kansas for 100 Years.

A Great Future Is In Store For All Of You, Moscow Graduates

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Congratulations Graduates!!

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