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Pray for nation Thursday, May 4

Without the colossal piles of snow visible throughout Hugoton, one might assume a tornado had swept its way through town. Awnings along Main Street, like the one on the former Bloodharts’ storefront shown in the top picture, were overwhelmed by the wet, heavy snow. The canopy at Toot N Totum at Washington and Eleventh also collapsed from the

weight of the snow. Informal measures totalled anywhere from 11 inches to more than two feet in places. Highway and side street visibility was dangerously reduced for most of the weekend. Thankfully, Hugoton is home to many hard working utility workers, and power, gas and internet service has been restored for most residents.

Thursday, May 4 offers a unique op- in 1952, then amended to designate the portunity for national reflection and day under the 100th Congress and Prespetition to God in the form of the 2017 ident Reagan in 1988, states “The PresiNational Day of Prayer. The event will be dent shall issue each year a publically recognized in Hugoton at two proclamation designating the first locations: first at the First National Thursday in May as a National Day of Bank’s flagpole from 7:45 to 8:00 a.m., Prayer on which the people of the United then at the Stevens County Courthouse States may turn to God in prayer and flagpole at 12:00 Noon. FNB is located at meditation at churches, in groups and as 502 S. Jackson, and the Courthouse is at individuals.” 200 E. Sixth. As the nation struggles “It is the duty of If you are unable to attend with foreign and domestic all nations to threats, economic insecurity, either event, you can still participate during the acknowledge the cultural tensions, and evening hours by watching continual challenges to basic providence of constitutional rights, United the live stream of the National Day of Prayer event Almighty God.” States citizens are encourPresident in Washington, D.C. from aged to heed the call by George Washington 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. A link to the elected leaders to 1789 live stream will be available exercise one of their most at www.nationaldayofprayer.org/. precious freedoms – the right to gather, National Day of Prayer Chairperson turn to God, and pray. Anne Graham Lotz will lead participants The National Day of Prayer tradition in unified prayer for America. predates the founding of the United States The theme for this year’s National Day of America, evidenced by the Continenof Prayer is “For Your Great Name's Sake! tal Congress’ proclamation in 1775 setting Hear Us ...Forgive Us ...Heal Us!” inspired aside a day of prayer. In 1952, Congress by Daniel 9:19. It emphasizes the United established an annual day of prayer and, States’ need as a nation to cry out to God, in 1988, that law was amended, who is sovereign over all governments designating the National Day of Prayer as and authorities. the first Thursday in May. Important items on the prayer request list include the United States government, US military forces, the media, businesses, educators, churches and families. The National Day of Prayer, established in public law by a joint resolution of Congress signed by President Truman HEAR US...FORGIVE US...HEAL US!

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Commissioners hear of commendations to Road Department and Law Officers The Stevens County Board of County Commissioners met in session Tuesday, May 2, 2017 instead of Monday due to the snow storm havoc from Sunday. All members - Pat Hall, Joe D. Thompson and Tron Stegman were present. Also present were Amy Rich sitting in for County Clerk Amy Jo Tharp, who was at a training session, and RoGlenda Coulter from The Hugoton Hermes. County Counselor Paul

Kitzke came in later. The following is just the unofficial highlights for the morning. When this reporter arrived, the Commissioners were talking with Tony Martin from Road and Bridge. Tony had lots of stories to share from the storm damage and helping people. Tony and his crew were commended for all their hard, tireless work during the storm Sunday. He said they started their “summer”

hours Monday. The county crew was mowing ditches Friday and working in a blizzard Sunday. Stevens County only has three bridges in the county. Tony told the Commissioners the state and federal bridge inspectors are at the county office looking over the records. He said one of the requirements is to have a detour plan for the low water bridge over the Cimarron. The county absolutely must create one.

Tony went on to talk about a person who wants them to close a road. This subject has come up before. After much discussion, which Tron excused himself from, it was decided to leave the road open for now, as lots of people are using it. Sheriff Ted Heaton reported in. He highly commended the Road and Bridge Department for all of their hard work and help during the snow See COUNTY, page 3

Retiring Stevens County Clerk Pam Bensel is honored for her 40 years of service at her retirement party Friday. Offering their congratulations, left to right, are Commissioners Tron Stegman, Joe D. Thompson and Pat Hall. Happy Retirement Pam!

Late snowstorm may mean doom for southwest Kansas winter wheat crop Did the weekend's weather spell the end for southwest Kansas' winter wheat crop this year? Freezing temperatures, in combination with heavy, wet snow definitely worked together to the detriment of local wheat fields. The exact magnitude of the storm's damage may not be apparent for days, or even weeks, but this much is known Kansas won't be contributing record bushels of winter wheat this year. Last year, Kansas produced over 36% of the United States' total winter wheat production. Stevens County contributed nearly four and a half million of those

bushels. This year, the story may be radically different, after a late winter storm wreaked havoc on rapidly-maturing winter wheat. Thanks to a mild winter, 82 percent of Kansas wheat was at the jointing stage, with about a quarter in the heading stage as of April 23. Wheat in the heading and flowering stages is especially vulnerable to freeze damage. Temperatures below 32 degrees for more than two hours can drastically reduce yields. Over the weekend, Stevens County recorded over ten hours of sub-freezing air temperatures. Only Colby, Tribune, Hamilton County and

Stanton County recorded lower sustained temperatures. Though the temperatures weren't extreme, the lows in addition to sustained nightly winds of 40+ miles per hour could conceivably contribute to significant wheat injury. Three consecutive nights of such conditions reduce the likelihood for plants to escape damage. Plants could evade harm due to tillers emerging at different times or wheat flowers within the same head pollinating at different times. Ready for more bad news? Normally, at earlier stages of wheat development - when a minimum of two to three inches of See WHEAT, page 4

This shot, taken Monday, May 1, illustrates the sheer magnitude of snowfall over the weekend. The weight of the snow - due to high moisture

INDEX Obituaries ..........................................................................2 Local ...........................................................................3 & 5 Looking Back ...............................................................6-7 Super Mom Contest .....................................................8 Sports......................................................................1B -2B

Farm .............................................................................. 3B Moscow ..........................................................................4B Rolla ..................................................................................5B Classifieds ..............................................................6B-7B

content - is definitely a concern for Stevens County wheat producers. The true extent of the damage will remain uncertain until harvest.

OBITUARIES INSIDE

George Gray

Jeanne Olinger

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Insurance Matters By Kansas Commissioner of Insurance Ken Selzer

Jeanne Olinger

Retirement planning requires basic education, assistance Changes in employee ben- lish the right financial picture efits, health care, longer life for you. spans, and uncerStudy your tainty with Social insurance Security and policies and options Medicare are chalKansans nearing relenges for today’s tirement age should older Kansans. Those review their insurin their 40s, 50s and ance options with a 60s should look to local, trusted agent. Ken Selzer develop financial preLife insurance, annuparedness for their retire- ities, Medicare supplement ment years. insurance, health insurance, Preparing yourself and and long-term care insurance your family through imple- are all possible topics of menting financial and insur- discussion. Be sure you know ance priorities as you the details of any policies approach retirement may that you have now or are yield substantial benefits as considering. you become older. The Kansas Insurance DeConsider the following partment has publications points as part of your retire- available for download or orment plans. dering that address retireDevelop a plan and save ment-age considerations, Developing a plan and including “Life Insurance and starting to save early are the Annuity Basics,” “Medicare first steps toward a financially Supplement Insurance Shopsecure future. Waiting until per’s Guide,” and “Health Inlater requires much more ag- surance in Kansas.” Go to gressive saving and may even www.ksinsurance.org under require working longer. In “Finding a Publication” to general, experts recommend print or order copies. You can saving 10 to 20 percent of also contact our Consumer your income each year, de- Assistance Hotline at 1-800pending on your age and the 432-2484 to speak to a reprenumber of years until retire- sentative about your insurance needs, or you can ment. “chat” with a representative Learn the basics of through our online service at financial planning Retirement planning and our Web site. The Kansas Securities preparedness are at critically inadequate levels, with stud- Commission also has a bookies showing the majority of let entitled “Maximize Your Americans lacking any kind Retirement Investments,” of retirement savings strategy. which is a step-by-step guide Learning the basics of invest- to better investing for the ment and insurance needs long term. You can order a copy at www.ksc.ks.gov. are important. Every day nearly 10,000 Consider seeking out a Baby Boomers enter their refinancial professional Many Kansans who are tirement years, according to unsure about where to begin the Insured Retirement Instimay benefit from developing tute. Whatever your financial a retirement income plan goals are for your retirement with the help of a trusted, years, periodic consultation qualified adviser. A knowl- with an insurance agent and edgeable adviser will help financial adviser could be imyou define life goals, identify portant. risks you may face, and estab-

Friends and family gathered Wednesday to remember and honor Jeanne Darlene Olinger of Harrah, Ok. Mrs. Olinger passed away Saturday, April 29, 2017 at Midwest City Oklahoma Regional Hospital after a short illness. She was 90. Jeanne was born April 20, 1927 to Orville and Mary McKirahan Barrows at her grandparents’, Hurley “Doc” and Oma McKirahan’s, home place southwest of Hooker, Ok. Jeanne attended school in Hugoton. Her senior year her family moved to Johnson where she graduated. Jeanne was united in marriage to Dean Lee Olinger September 6, 1947 in Garden City. He preceded her in death June 12, 1982. They lived on the family farm north of Hooker. Mrs. Olinger worked part time at Schaapveld Oil. She worked with her mother Mary Cross who was the welfare director for Stevens County. She worked on the farm during wheat harvest driving trucks. Jeanne was an avid bowler at Ayr Lanes in Liberal and went to numerous bowling finals in Las Vegas, Nv. She also crocheted many afghans and her famous “scrubbers”. Jeanne loved to play taxi and chauffer taking various sisters-in-law and family to many places. She had a knack for remembering dates and birthdays. Survivors include her children, Gary Olinger of Hooker, Patricia Hambright of Harrah and Ronald Olinger and wife Rhea of

AL-ANON Family Group meets at 1405 Cemetery Road Mondays and Thursdays at 8:00 p.m. Call 620-

Police Report West City Limits, Citizen Assist, Officer Fedelin Friday, April 28, 2017 • Vehicle Unlock, Golf Course, Citizen Assist, Officer Lamatsch • Citizen Assist, 100 Block of West Seventh, Public Service, Officer Crane Saturday, April 29, 2017 • Vehicle Unlock, 1000 Block of South Main, Citizen Assist, Officer Lamatsch • Citizen Assist, 400 Block of South Main, Public Service, Officer Crane Sunday, April 30, 2017 • Motorist Assist, Main Street, Public Service, Officer Lamatsch • Motorist Assist, 700 Block of Jackson, Public Service, Officer

Lamatsch • Citizen Assist, 1000 Block of East Eleventh, Public Service, Officer Lamatsch • Stalled Semi, 700 Block of Eleventh, Public Service, Officer Lamatsch • Vehicle Unlock, 200 Block of Wilson, Citizen Assist, Officer Crane • Vehicle Unlock, 1200 Block of South Monroe, Citizen Assist, Officer Crane • Motorist Assist, 900 Block of South Coulter, Public Service • Suicide Threat, 300 Block of West Eighth, Took to the Hospital, Officer Crane

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544-2610 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. MY HOPE Support Group for any adult grieving the death of a loved one meets the second Tuesday of each month from noon to 1:00 p.m. at High Plains Public Radio, 210 N. Seventh in Garden. Call 620-272-2519 for more information. BREAST FRIENDS CANCER SUPPORT GROUP for

by John Schlageck Senior Editor/Writer, Kansas Farm Bureau

Tried and true Seems some in our society today remain anxious about the food they buy and serve to their families. While it’s not a recent phenomenon, questions about food safety are bound to occur. While some food safety problems occur on the farm, many more occur in the kitchen where food can be mishandled or poorly prepared. Keeping food safe is everyone’s business. Yours and mine. The way we handle, store and cook food can mean the difference between a satisfying meal and a bout with E. coli or salmonella. Keeping food safe in our diet requires a few tried and true steps. Keep food clean, keep it separate, cook it completely and always chill it. When shopping, keep eggs and raw meat items separate in your grocery cart from foods that do not need to be cooked. Avoid cross contamination. To prevent raw meat and poultry from contaminating foods that will be eaten without further cooking, enclose individual packages of raw meat or poultry in plastic bags. Position packages of raw meat or poultry in

Word has been received of the death of George A. Gray. Mr. Gray, age 76, passed away Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at Meade District Hospital. He was born September 5, 1940 in Cleveland, Oh., the son of Leo William Gray and Virginia Marie McKibben. July 5, 1974 he married Helen N. Walker at Raton, NM. He was a long time resident of Liberal with his wife Helen. She preceded him in death December 7, 2016. Mr. Gray served in the United States Army for 22 and a half years, before his Honorable Discharge and retirement. Survivors include two stepsons, Billie E. Walker, Jr. and wife Jennifer of Liberal and Bobby D. Wesley and wife Jackie of Turpin, Ok.; his daughter Kelly Ann Thomas of Liberal; two brothers, David Gray and Orlo Gray both of Cleveland, Oh.; his sister Juanita Hunt of Cleveland; five grandchildren, Tiffany and David Thomas, Michael, John and Bobby and Angala Smiddy; and five great grandsons. George was preceded in death by his parents and younger brother Bobby

Gray. Memorial services were attended Monday afternoon, May 1 at Brenneman Funeral Home Chapel with Jack Jacob presiding. Interment will follow the services at Restlawn Cemetery of Liberal. Memorial contributions may be sent to the American Red Cross in care of the Brenneman Funeral Home, 1212 West Second, Liberal, Ks 67901. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.bren nemanfuneralhome.com.

Fire & EMS Report Stevens County Emergency Services Run Activity April 24-April 30 Fire Department April 30, 7:34 a.m. - Called to 805 S. Van Buren for a smoke alarm activated.

Smoke in house. April 30, 8:08 a.m. - Called to 414 S. Main for an ambulance assist Ambulance Four medical and two transfers.

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620-544-4959 • After Hours, 620-544-2020 Monday, April 24, 2017 • Dog at Large, 600 Block of South Polk, Officer Lamatsch • Vehicle Unoccupied, Golf Course, Public Service, Officer Lamatsch Tuesday, April 25, 2017 • Vehicle Unlock, 900 Block of East Eleventh, Citizen Assist, Officer Lamatsch • Rabbits Loose, 800 Block of South Madison, Notified Owner, Officer Crane Wednesday, April 26, 2017 • Vehicle Unlock, 600 Block of South Adams, Citizen Assist, Officer Fedelin Thursday, April 27, 2017 • Vehicle Unlock, 1000 Block of

McLoud, Ok.; four grandchildren, Keli and Brian Banfield of Albion, Mi., John Olinger of McLoud, Alishea Carter of McLoud and Owen Olinger and wife Sheilla of Hooker; and her six great grandchildren, Bailey, Maci, Maggie, Leim, Braidein and Izzabella. In addition to her husband, Jeanne was preceded in death by her parents Mary Cross and Orval Barrows; infant daughter Anita Darlene; brothers Harold and Dean Barrows; and sister Maxine Hood. Funeral services took place Wednesday, May 3 at the First Christian Church in Hooker with Pastor Tina Rickman officiating. Interment followed at the Hugoton Cemetery directed by Roberts Brothers Funeral Home of Hooker. Memorials are suggested to the First Christian Church of Hooker or the Hooker Cemetery Fund and may be left at Roberts Brothers Funeral Home, Box 745, Hooker, Ok, 73945. Condolences may be left at www.robertsbrothers funeralhome.com.

George Gray

your shopping cart so their juices cannot drip on other food. When purchasing products labeled keep refrigerated, do so only if they are stored in a refrigerated case and cold to the touch. Buy frozen products only if they are frozen solid. Never buy something that feels mushy. As a wise and safety-conscious shopper, it is our responsibility to keep food safe once it leaves our local grocery store or meat market. Always shop for perishables last. Keep refrigerated and frozen items together so they will remain cold. Place perishables in the coolest part of your car during the trip home. Pack them in an ice chest if the time from store to home refrigerator will be more than one hour. You can prevent E. coli infection by thoroughly cooking ground beef, avoiding unpasteurized milk, and by washing hands carefully before preparing or eating food. Cook eggs to at least 160 degrees Fahrenheit. Completely cooked, is completely safe. Fruits and vegetables should be washed well, but washing may not re-

move all contamination. Keep a separate cutting board for raw meats and another for food preparation that does not require cooking, such as salads. Again, this simple step helps avoid cross contamination. Keep food chilled. Meat, lettuce and eggs should be stored in a refrigerator that is between 33 and 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Minimize the time in and out of your fridge. It is difficult to keep the temperature constant, especially if you have a family that continuously opens the door. Never leave perishable food products sitting out on the counter. Put them in the refrigerator once you’ve served them. The rule is that if perishable food is left two hours at room temperature, it should be discarded. While most of these tips sound simple, a common-sense approach the next time you shop and cook could ensure safer food for your family. John Schlageck is a leading commentator on agriculture and rural Kansas. Born and raised on a diversified farm in northwestern Kansas, his writing reflects a lifetime of experience, knowledge and passion.

breast cancer patients meets the second Wednesday of each month from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Legacy House, at 309 E. Walnut in Garden City. For more information call 620-272-2360. Every Friday - Pioneer Manor Men’s Group 10:00 a.m. Everyone is invited to come for the Men’s Group and drink coffee with residents. Every fourth Tuesday - Free blood pressure checks are provided at the Senior Center every fourth Tuesday of the month from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon. Wednesday nights - Inside Out Kidz at the Hugoton Assembly of God, 138 S. Main, beginning with dinner at 6:30 to 6:50 p.m. Program will be from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. for kids in preschool through sixth grade. Rides are available by calling Pastor Ben Coats at 620-428-1487 before 5:30 p.m. Wednesday evenings. May 4 - National Day of Prayer event will be hosted at First National Bank’s flagpole, at 502 S. Jackson in Hugoton. Program will go from 7:45 to 8:00 a.m. The public is invited. Refreshments will be served following the program. In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved inside the FNB lobby. May 5 - Cinco de Mayo May 7 - Sovereign Redeemer Church will host services at Pioneer Manor in the chapel at 3:00 p.m. Coffee Shop Social Time will follow at 3:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to come. May 8 - Hugoton City Council will meet at 5:15 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room. - Stevens County Hospital Board will meet at 5:30 p.m. in the Community Room in the basement of the hospi-

tal. May 9 - Stevens County Economic Development will meet at the Senior Center at 12:00 noon. May 10 - Last half of 2016 taxes are due at the Stevens County Treasurer’s Office. - The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce board will meet. May 13 - Hugoton High School graduation at the gymnasium at 10:00 a.m. May 14 - Happy Mother’s Day! Hugoton United Methodist Church will host services at Pioneer Manor in the chapel at 3:00 p.m. Coffee Shop Social Time will follow at 3:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to come. May 15 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Room in the basement of the Stevens County Courthouse. - USD 210 Board of Education will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the Hugoton Middle School Library. May 16 - Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce will host their monthly luncheon at 12:00 noon. May 18 - Last day of school for USD #210 students. May 20 - Armed Forces Day May 21 - Moscow United Methodist Church will host services at Pioneer Manor in the chapel at 3:00 p.m. Coffee Shop Social Time will follow at 3:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to come. May 22 - St. Catherine Hospital’s Breast Center will host a Look Good, Feel Better® workshop from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Heartland Cancer Center.

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SWKROA hosts annual meeting April 29 despite blizzard April 29, 2017, Erick E. Nordling, Executive Secretary of the Southwest Kansas Royalty Owners Association (SWKROA) opened the Association’s Sixty-ninth Annual Meeting in Hugoton. The SWKROA membership and guests heard presentations about several topics. Each topic discussed has the potential of affecting the development of oil and gas interests in Kansas. Daniel E. Lawrence, attorney with the law firm of Fleeson, Gooing, Coulson and Kitch, L.L.C. in Wichita, provided a presentation entitled “Stop Touching my Stuff! Surface Use & Conflicts in the Kansas Oil Patch”. Daniel J. Haake, certified public accountant with the Hutchins & Haake, LLC firm of Overland Park, provided a presentation called “Abandoned Wells, the Coming Storm for Southwest Kansas”. David G. Seely, SWKROA General Counsel, and attorney with the law firm of Fleeson, Gooing, Coulson and Kitch, L.L.C. in Wichita, provided a presentation on “Litigation Update and The Linn Energy Bankruptcy”. Seth K. Jones, SWKROA Assistant Executive Secre-

Seth K. Jones tary, and attorney with the Kramer, Nordling and Nordling, LLC law firm of Hugoton, provided a presen-

tation about “Navigating the Kansas Geological Survey Web site”. President Bill Light will continue to serve as President of the sixty-nine year old mineral and royalty owners association. Mr. Light is from Rolla and serves as a Director of SWKROA for Morton County. Before lunch, members caucused and the following directors were elected for new two year terms for the eleven counties within SWKROA’s territory: Robert L. Jones - Finney County; Jonell Byers - Grant County; vacant - Greeley County; Keith Puckett - Hamilton

Hardy members of the Southwest Kansas Royalty Owners Association braved the

Speakers of Southwest Kansas Royalty Owners Association entertain the crowd with several informative presentations. Left to right are Erick E. Nordling, Daniel J. Haake, David G. Seely and Seth K. Jones.

Erick Nordling SWKROA Executive Secretary County; Braden Barnhardt Haskell County; Ralph T. Goodnight - Kearny County; Bill Light - Morton County;

Saturday blizzard to attend the sixty-ninth annual meeting and luncheon.

Tom Schnittker - Pratt County; Sarah Boles-Foreman - Seward County; Darrel L. Ruth - Stanton County; and Jim Kramer - Stevens County. Larry Rankin of Lawrence was also elected to a two year term as a Director-at-Large. 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 has been instrumental in educating mineral and royalty owners 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 in-

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Stevens County’s caucus was attended by Tom and Patty Lahey Saturday morning at the SWKROA’s sixty-ninth annual meeting. Jim Kramer was re-elected to be Director.

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County From page 1 storm. He told of feeling like being in a movie and being saved by the cavalry when he saw the county guy coming to the rescue. Sheriff Heaton and one of his deputies were in the process - one of many such missions Saturday - of rescuing people who were stuck when Ted and the deputy also became stuck. Their vehicle was full to running over with people so he was very glad to see Terry Lamberson charging over the hill. M’Lynn Swartz and Loren Seaman came in to present the Soil Conservation budget request. M’Lynn said drip sales have been down, but four new windbreaks have been created and the people are using the drip system. Joe made the comment that he thinks the ad in The Hermes is helping people become aware of the offered service. M’Lynn informed the Commissioners the Federal government will not make a budget decision until May 15 so that may change her budget somewhat. Loren and M’Lynn reported cuts in salaries and benefits have been made and legislators have been asking for the same since 2005. Commissioners agreed they think they are “getting a lot of bang for their buck” from the Conservation Department. M’Lynn and Loren were told the budget workshop will be June 26. The interlocal agreement with the city was next up for discussion. On the ballot, it was stated the increase in sales tax would go to help the county and an interlocal agreement had been made.

The agreement had been made but not signed. Now the city has decided to add a graduated discount of dispatching fees as a condition to the county receiving these funds. Commissioners agree this never came up until after the election. Also this agreement, if signed, would be good for 20 years. The Commissioners are not going to sign this - as the voters voted for the funds to go to the county for a determined length of time. Bids were brought in for the Senior Center for heat/air. The Commissioners knew nothing about this - what is wrong or what is needed, to say nothing of the required spec sheet. Bids were not opened and will be returned to the Senior Center. Commissioners moved into executive session. No action was taken. Commissioners next met with representatives from Southwest Developmental Services Inc., Russell Child Development Center and Western Kansas Child Advocacy Center. They all gave information packets from each of their departments to the Commissioners along with their budget requests. Each department offers important services directly to Stevens County and the surrounding area. They have received support in the past, and were all aware of the cuts Stevens County has had to make. Commissioners promised to do what they can, not wanting to lose their valuable services. Phillip Willis had asked for the Commissioners’ blessings

to keep the landfill open an extra hour each day for a few weeks to help with all the debris being brought out from the storm. The Commissioners agreed this would be good. An ad will be placed in The

Hermes. Commissioners discussed the problem of not having a coroner in Liberal any more. This has created another big expense. Meeting adjourned. 500 Monroe Hugoton, Ks. 67951-2639 Phone: 620.544.2301 • Fax: 620.544.2322 Email: svcolib@pld.com

PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT Photographers, you may pick up your pictures from the exhibit. Thank you for allowing us to show off your talent, and we hope you will participate again next year! SUMMER READING Summer Reading sign-ups for all ages are now available! The library is gearing up for spectacular summer reading programs this year. Miss Stacey is still looking for 12count soda boxes for a summer reading project. Please bring them on your next visit to the library. Thank you. ADULT SUMMER READING Summer activities for adults will include both a reading option and a fitness opportunity. You may choose either or both to “Build a Better World.” Join us! WOULD YOU BELIEVE, CAKE PANS? Yes! You can check out cake pans through Interlibrary Loan. Several libraries have a variety of character and/or shape cake pans that they are willing to loan. If you have a special party or event coming up, or even if you would just like to try something new, come in and check

what libraries are offering that we can order in. Of course you must plan ahead to make sure the pan is available when you need it! Right now, we have a book cake pan and an R2D2 cake pan checked out to our library’s patrons. GAMES FOR CHECKOUT You’ve heard about our board games for checkout, but did you know we have video games as well? Our current collection includes games for PS3, PS4, Xbox One and Xbox 360 consoles. Come in and check one out for a week and try it! TELEVISION ON DVD The library has a rotating collection of TV on DVD provided through Kearny County in Lakin. We just received a new shipment. Check out one - or two - and bingewatch an entire season! LIBRARY FACEBOOK PAGE Check out the latest news on our Library Facebook page! If you are not receiving posts from the library, enter Stevens County Library into the search box and “like” a post or two. It’s the best way to get library posts into your regular feed.

terests of the land, mineral and royalty owners. The Association also continues to educate others and to advocate for the interests of mineral and royalty owners in the Kansas legislature 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 Web site www.swkroa. com, or by calling the SWKROA office at 620-544-4333. Submitted by the Southwest Kansas Royalty Owners Association.

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snow is present - the results are often actually positive. Complete snow coverage acts as insulation against freeze damage for the young wheat plant. However, the weekend's snowfall was extremely heavy due to high moisture content, and in many cases, wheat is currently lying flat on the ground. Sometimes the crop is able to stand right back up after the snow melts. Other times - and what looks to be the case in Stevens County the sheer weight exerted on top of the wheat crop likely caused the stems to break in many fields. "In a lot of places, the stems actually snapped or kinked over. If that's the case, it can't get nutrients to the head anymore, and it's done," said Aaron Harries, a vice president of research at Kansas Wheat. Losses due to stem breakage are generally lower if the crop is at boot stage, and the crop could potentially be better protected from cold temperatures. Much of the wheat in Stevens County was projected to be in the "boot or flowering" stage by K-State Extension April 27. Unfortunately, that organization also expects "...larger yield losses in the southwest corner of the state due to a combination of floret sterility and stem breaking in fields that were near or at an-

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thesis." That speculation is based on the understanding of wheat response to different stresses. Actual damage will need to be assessed on a field-by-field basis after the snow melts. At this point, the magnitude of the yield loss is still uncertain, but one expert estimated a probable loss of 50 million bushels, and a distinct possibility of 100 million bushels lost. At least a week - or possibly even several weeks - will be necessary for experts to properly assess the situation across western Kansas. Yield loss will depend on stage of crop development, severity of stem breaking and number of hours of below-freezing temperatures observed. Wheat futures jumped 6.5 percent Monday afternoon in response to the fear that the majority of western Kansas' winter wheat suf-

fered irreversible damage over the weekend. This year's winter wheat crop is the smallest planted in the United States, a mere 23 million acres - a nearly 20 percent decrease since 2015. Exact results remain to be seen, but experts with the

Winter Wheat Tour started their journey across Kansas Monday, May 1. Experts will proceed across the state from Manhattan to Colby to Wichita and back again, stopping every 15 miles or so to inspect the state of Kansas' wheat crops.

This is the same wheat field pictured on the front page as the snow melts.

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Do Not Weary in Doing Good

Stevens County received 15 inches in areas, according to unofficial Weather Service estimates.

Let us not lose heart in doing good, for in due time we will reap if we do not grow weary. Galatians 6:9 NASB

quote that is often misattributed to John Wesley advises us to “Do all the good you can. By all the means you can. In all the ways you can. In all the places you can. At all the times you can. To all the people you can. As long as ever you can.” Whoever said or wrote this, it’s a great expression of Christian charity, and could serve well as a creed to live by. It is easy to do good works when it coincides with what we want to do anyway, but it becomes difficult when it goes against the grain of our own desires or the people we are helping are difficult or seem undeserving. It is also possible to feel that the well has run dry on our charitable impulses. People in the helping professions suffer from burnout precisely because they are helping others all the time. We must keep in mind that our duty to do and be good doesn’t end because we have done good for the better part of our day. Keep your eyes on the prize and continue to do all the good that you can. – Christopher Simon

Members of Hugoton Masonic Lodge #406 present scholarships to five beaming students. Left to right are, R.: W.: David Eckert, Ashly Hart of Rolla, Jeffery Cutter of Hugoton,

Raden Staten of Liberal, Zackary Leininger of Hugoton, Sarai Chavez of Hugoton and W.: M.: Thomas Gillespie, Jr.

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Two members of Hugoton Lodge #406 were surprised when they were each presented with an Outstanding Mason of Kansas awards. Left to right are District Deputy Grand Master #38 R.: W.: Derick Hockett of Ryus, Edward Anderson, Bruce E. Bentz and Worshipful Master Thomas Gillespie, Jr. of Elkhart.

Masons present scholarships Members of Hugoton Masonic Lodge #406 met Tuesday, April 25 at the Lodge for dinner with students and parents of scholarship winners for 2017. The Lodge presented $4,500 of Masonic Scholarships. Those attending two year colleges of Vocational Schools received $500 awards and those attending four year universities received $1,000 awards. Junior College Scholarships were presented to Ashly Hart of Rolla, Sarai Chavez of Hugoton, Jeffery Cutter of Hugoton, Zackary Leininger of Hugoton and Raven Staten of Liberal.

The four year scholarship winners were not able to attend as they are both still in college. They were Macie Lawson of Satanta and Takoda Eckert of Hugoton. In addition to the presentation of scholarships, two members of Hugoton Lodge were presented with the Outstanding Mason of Kansas Awards. They were Bruce E. Bentz and Edward Anderson. Congratulations, Bruce and Ed.

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Stevens County’s courthouse, at Monroe and Sixth Streets, sustained substantial damage to their trees, as can be seen here. Unofficial

Hugoton Elementary’s trees weren’t spared the brunt of winter’s last - impressive - gasp in southwest Kansas. The east playground, also

Fortunately, business owners in Hugoton were mostly able to take matters into their own hands, as Jeff Ramsey gets out his snow shovel to clear the sidewalk for customers Monday

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estimate for Hugoton’s snow depth as of April 30 was 15 inches, according to the National Weather Service. Animal pens on the northwest corner of town are completely filled with snow after this weekend’s storm. Drifts of several feet were not

uncommon along the north edge of Hugoton. Photo courtesy of Morgan Robson.

Hugoton’s City Park boasts the tallest and best established trees in town. However, after Winter Storm Ursa passed through the area, the City Park also sustained some of the most extensive damage. City crews are working overtime to

clean up branches all around town. Fortunately most power outages have been remedied in the city although Morton County and rural Moscow residents are reporting still no electricity.

Main Street looks a little bit different - several awnings in the 600 block were stressed to an extreme degree by the heavy snow and sustained wind. Workers were already out and about Monday morning, assessing and repairing

damage to storefronts. From the left are the City of Hugoton Office, Seaman Crop Consulting, Hometown Fabrics N More, Greenwood Photography and the former Martial Arts Academy.

known as the “rocket” playground, is littered with tree branches and leaves, as well as plenty of slushy snow and mud.

morning. Tom Schechter was also on hand to help Jeff out with the considerable task. Employees all along Main Street could be seen shoveling paths Monday, May 1.

PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in The Hugoton Her3t mes, Thursday, May 4, 2017)

interests therein, including mineral interests, owned by Irene Nix within the State of Kansas at the time of her death on October 22, 2014.

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS

You are hereby required to file your written defenses thereto on or before the 30th day of May, 2017, at 9:30 a.m. of said day, in the district courtroom at the county courthouse, in Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF IRENE NIX, DECEASED Case No. 2017PR12 NOTICE OF HEARING (Chapter 59) THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED:

First National Bank on Jackson Street also has major damage to their trees. This view shows the south side of the bank, with the trees between the bank building and the Hugoton Post Office.

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Local horse takes a minute to assess the extreme amount of snow dropped in his corral Monday morning. These pens are located on the northwest corner of town, where drifts of several feet could be seen. Photo courtesy of Morgan Robson.

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Gas Capital awards scholarships The Gas Capital Scholarship Program has selected four seniors from a ten county portion of the Hugoton Gas Field to receive a $750.00 scholarship. Pedro Ordonez, a Hugoton High School senior, was selected as a recipient for the award. He plans to study premed at Fort Hays State University in Fort Hays. Pedro is the son of Pedro and Flor Ordonez. Maggie White, a Moscow High School senior, was selected as a recipient for the award. She plans to major in math education at Emporia State University in Emporia. Maggie is the daughter of Brian and Tina White.

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Memories from yesteryear The Yucca Story By Oleta Wilson I asked a pioneer daughter one day what story she would like to see in history. “Yucca,” she said. “It kept us alive. We had no money to buy food. We baled it dry or brought it to town and traded it for groceries. They paid $4.00 for it green and $6.00 a ton for it baled.” Asked where it was shipped, she replied, “I am not sure. Someone said it went overseas to use as hemp in rope or baling twine, but we ate because we could sell it. Even we kids helped, and our hands were raw from working with the

sharp points. Mother doctored them every night with home remedies. Maybe it was coal oil and lard. She used it a lot--or skunk oil.” I began to ask others about the influence of soap weeds, or yucca, on early Stevens County economy. It, of course, gets one of its names from Indian pioneer use of its roots for soap, especially for hair shampoo. It is still on the market today. Edith Campbell Thomson adds this historical note that her husband, soon after their marriage, was given the job of making the green yucca root into usable

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soap until he rebelled and said to his mother-in-law, “I’m not going to do that any more!” The process took a long time. The sticky green root was pounded on an old board with an old hammer until it was softened and put to soak in an old dish pan. This juice and water solution drained from the pounded pulp was the soap. The beautiful ivory bells of the yucca or the tender green pods could be boiled and served as a vegetable. The green fronds or spikes became emergency needle and thread or basket weaving fronds. On Memorial Day, the ivory green flower spikes were laid on the graves of loved ones. It covered the prairies with beauty. From the History of Stevens County. To be continued next week.

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of the Senior Center. Roy Crane was the start of Crane Supply, and later his son Walter joined. Walter’s sons followed, and 20 years ago, a fourth generation was starting to learn the business - Perry Crane. Taken from the May 8, 1997 issue of The Hugoton Hermes.

History from the Hermes by Ruthie Winget

Thursday, May 17, 2007 The Hugoton Hermes newspaper has been sold May 16, 2007 to Faith Publishing, LLC. Faith Publishing LLC is owned by RoGlenda Coulter, Kay McDaniels and Ruthie Winget. The newspaper has been in business continually since 1887 when it was established by C.M. Davis. Thursday, May 18, 1967 Army Private Robert A. Whetstone, 21, received Expert Rating with the M-14 rifle near the completion of his basic combat training at Ft. Campbell, Kentucky April 17, 1967. Expert Rating is the highest mark a soldier can receive in his rifle qualification test. Thursday, May 8, 1952 Employees of Panhandle Eastern Pipeline Company are beginning their second week of picketing concerning their strike against their employer.

Strikers explained their takehome pay for 40 hours is about $53.00. Cost of living increases have been denied the strikers. No one knows how long the strike will last. Friday, May 1, 1931 At a meeting of the golf club members Monday evening, it was definitely decided to make some improvements at the golf course west of Hugoton. A pavillion is to be built just south of tee station #1. This pavillion will be about 20 feet square, with partially open sides, screened in for summer and provided with shutters for cooler weather. It will be provided with comfortable seats and possibly a refreshment stand. Friday, May 1, 1931 C.S. Shelton, Stevens County farmer who was on trial last week in Dodge City charged

with killing Dick Andrews, was acquitted by the jury bringing in a verdict of “Not Guilty” Friday. This was the verdict anticipated by most who heard the evidence. The trial occupied the attention of the court and jury for most of the week and was fought with vigor on both sides. A large number of witnesses were called, many of who were from this county. Neither Shelton or his wife were put on the stand. The State attempted to use Mrs. Shelton, wife of the accused, as a witness but she claimed her constitutional rights to refuse to testify and Judge Miller ruled that she could not be compelled to testify against her will. There was no direct testimony connecting Shelton with the killing. No witness saw or heard the fatal shot fired. It was not definitely proved that An-

drews was killed where he was found and the defense argued with some degree of reason that he might have been murdered elsewhere and taken to that particular place in his car. Sentiment here in Stevens County has been largely for the defendant from the start. While most of our people are opposed to anyone taking the law in his own hands and believe there is a better way of settling things than by violence, still they feel that society suffered no greatloss in the demise of Dick Andrews. The sooner the whole nasty mess is forgotten, the better.

If any readers have pictures or memories for the history page of the Hermes, please bring them in to Ruthie Winget at the Hugoton Hermes Newspaper.

The Santa Fe Railroad and computer technology Rolla history from David Stout

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When I read the brief excerpt below, written by my Aunt Donna about her years in Rolla, I was taken aback by her very brief comment about the coming of computer technology and its anticipated impact on the railroad industry. I’ll have more to comment about this after we read what she wrote: “I had many forms of entertainment in my early youth at Rolla. While living in the railroad house north of the tracks, I also used to watch and wait for the trains to come by and wave at the engineers. We didn’t have many trains go by during any day, and I played along the tracks some of the time. The tracks were located down from our house at least 15 feet. On the house side of this hill, we had wooden steps leading down to the tracks, and across the tracks was a well-worn path up the slope across a barren parcel toward the Highway 56, also known as the Santa Fe Trail, and across the highway into town and Main Street. “While the tracks were located 15 feet below our house, by the time the tracks reached the depot, about a

Data entry punch card quarter of a mile west of the house, the tracks then became on level ground with the depot. “My father worked 47 years for the Santa Fe railroad as a telegrapher and depot agent, and I recall that he feared the closing of the railroad stations and the diminishing flow of passenger trains. His single greatest concern was the advent of his replacement by computer.” My initial reaction to Aunt Donna’s words was based on the fact she moved away from Rolla with her family in the summer of 1940. How could her father have known about the coming computer technology? But then, I remembered that she didn’t write these words prior to 1940. No, as I’ve explained before, she wrote these stories during her college years a couple of decades later. Now, even taking this into consideration, her father didn’t retire from the Santa Fe Railroad until May of 1964. Could he really have been concerned about being replaced by computer technology in 1964? Speaking only for myself, I was just barely aware of computer technology in 1964. But to answer the question about his concern, I have to remember after my Aunt Donna moved from Kansas to California in 1952, she went to college, then got a job in data processing, and by 1964 she was a supervisor of data processing for the oil company Union 76. Of course she explained to her father what kind of work she

did during the 1950s and ‘60s, and he could foresee how aspects of her work would eventually impact the nature of his work. Now, for the sake of all y’all under the age of 50 who have no concept of what “data processing” was like in 1964, let me take you back in time. My personal introduction to computer data entry technology came in September 1963 when I enrolled in classes at KU. I had met with my advisor, and together we put together a list of the classes I needed to enroll in. With list in hand, I went to the KU Student Union and went around to different stations, picking up data entry punch cards (much like the one shown here), one card for each class. After gathering all the cards, I then turned them in, along with

another similar card which identified me as the student enrolling in these classes. Later, all these cards were run through a card reader, and the computer printed out class rosters for all the KU classes. So, if this kind of technology was tracking 12,000 students at KU in the fall of 1963, and if my Aunt Donna was overseeing such technology at Union 76 at the same time, doesn’t it seem reasonable my Grandpa Anderson could see how such technology would replace him in the years to come, and this realization would concern him? Thinking back on it, I’m rather amazed that in the late 1950s and early 1960s he had that kind of foresight about the coming changes in railroad transportation technology, as well as the information technology revolution. How many of us can do that? Can any of us imagine what life is going to be like within the next 30 to 50 years? The changes to come will most likely be far more dramatic than what my Grandfather Anderson foresaw back in 1963.

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Museum Update This article was copied from the Stanton Telegram, August 3, 1888. This is Herbert Toney’s ante-mortem statement made at Voorhees July 26, 1888, and sworn to before H.V. Tucker, notary, as follows: July 24, 1888, I went in company with John Cross, sheriff of Stevens County, to arrest Sam Robinson, then said to be in the Neutral Strip. We went down to the Neutral Strip, but failing to find Robinson, we proceeded to return July 25, and stopped to remain awhile and rest our horses at Wild Horse Lake, in the Neutral Strip. We lay down at a haystack to rest. In about half an hour, I heard the sheriff say, “Boys, they have got us.” I looked and saw they were all around us, their number consisting of about 20 men. I am not able to name all, but recognized Sam Robinson, J.R. Chamberlain, Charley Cook, J.R. Calvert, a man named Riley, and I thought I recognized Donald, who lives north of Hugoton. These men closed in upon us, and Sam Robinson demanded of Sheriff Cross that he give up his arms. Cross replied that he did not have any, whereupon Robinson, saying: “Sheriff Cross, you are my first man,” raised his Winchester and fired and

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A postcard from Hugoton depicts the Hugoton Dodge City. The sender says, “Am having a time Hotel as it existed in the early 1900s. The in Hugoton. Lots of sand.” Provided by curator postal stamp on the back informs the postcard Stanley McGill. was mailed in 1913 to a Mrs. J.D. Brown in Cross fell. immediately drawing his he was shot. The posse conRobinson then asked Winchester, fired upon me sisted of myself, Cyrus W. Hubbard if he had any arms, without waiting for an expla- Eaton, Bob Hubbard, Rolla and before Hubbard replied, nation. By a sudden motion Wilcox and Sheriff John Robinson fired and Hubbard on my part, he failed to hit Cross. fell. me full in the breast, and I reTo be continued next week. About that time, I was ceived the shot in the shoul- Provided by Stevens County searched for arms by J.P. der and fell. Gas and Historical Museum Chamberlain, one of the They proceeded to look Curator Stanley McGill. county commissioners of for another of the sheriff’s The Stevens County Gas Stevens County, who had posse, Wilcox by name. They and Historical Museum is taken me in charge. found him and I heard them open Monday through FriI heard Robinson say he shoot Wilcox. They failed to day from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. had shot Eaton, the fellow kill him the first shot, as I and Saturday from 1:00 to who had formerly pulled a heard him groan and heard 4:00 p.m. The Stevens County Gas gun on him. After Chamber- them say, “Shoot again.” I lain had searched me and think Robinson shot him & Historical Museum taken my pistol, he stepped first, but don’t know who Beulah Carter, Curator back three steps, asked me shot him the second time. I Stanley McGill and Billy why we were down here, and lay 12 to 15 feet from where Woodworth.

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St. Catherine Hospital’s Women’s Clinic announces interim location north entrance of the hospital. In turn, Infusion Services is being relocated to the Surgery Center for this interim period. This adjustment will maintain operations and allow the Women’s Clinic to resume care immediately, and for enough time to select and equip an alternate, temporary location which will be used until the existing Women’s Clinic is renovated, or a new Women’s Clinic is established. The clinic’s number of 620-275-9752 is transferred to another location and is being answered now. Stay tuned to Facebook and Twitter for timely updates. The hospital’s Facebook page can be found at facebook.com/St.Catherine Hospital, and their Twitter handle is @GCStCatherine.

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Senior Lifestyles What a week this has been! The cooks had their day at the food show. It was good, then the storm! When the schools are closed for storms we are also. So we were closed Monday the first of May. There was a lot of damage all over town and other towns also. Friday, May 5, Kansas Legal Services will be here at

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Senior Braden Silva nabs hole in one at inaugural tournament Thursday, April 27, HHS senior Braden Silva and sophomore Natan Mendoza were playing on the fourth hole, a 160 yard par 3. A perfectly hit 6 iron that actually appeared to go over the green - found the bottom of the cup for a hole in one! According to statistics the odds of a hole in one are one in 12,500!!!

HHS Golf Coach Rex Evans said, “I'm sure they are higher for a golfer who never picked up a club until two months ago. I'm one proud coach to have multiple hole in one players with Austin Stevenson getting one last year.” Congratulations Braden and keep up the good work HHS golfers!

Teammates vie for top “Evans-era” score at Cimarron tourney HHS senior golfer Braden Silva shows the hole at Hugoton’s Forewinds Golf Course where he shot a hole in one on a par 3!

JV golfers strut their stuff at tough tournament in Plains Tuesday, April 25 the HHS junior varsity golf team went to play a tough tournament in Plains. The tourney was tough for multiple reasons. One being that the event was an 18 hole junior varsity meet, nine more holes than Hugoton’s boys are used to playing. Two, the weather was horrible - to say the least. Gusting winds drove cool temperatures even further down the thermostat. Add to that occasional sprinkles of cold rain, and this tournament was going to make - or break - some golfers. “Luckily for us nobody broke but some did bend,” allowed Coach Rex Evans. He continued, “At the end of the day Rene Martin came in cold, but not defeated to shoot a 107. This earned him the eleventh place medal! Rene is consistent and asks a lot of questions. Maybe a little more rowdy than most but I believe that will calm down as he and his game matures.” With medals being handed out for the top 20, Drake Knier and Terron Stegman both carded 119 and sat patiently watching the leaderboard until they were bumped out of medal contention. Both boys settled for a positive finish with a tie for twenty-second

place. “There were a few mental errors that I believe truly cost Drake a medal inside the top 20. He and I talked about these, and I firmly believe they will never happen again especially since he saw how close that medal was to his grasp. Geez - who knew lost ball rules were so important!” commented Coach Evans. Stegman continued his path to getting better and shot his career-best nine hole score with a 55 on his back nine. Coach remarked, “The fire in Terron is lit and getting higher every start, he's always asking me ‘what did my brother [Tristan] shoot here? I'm going to try and beat that.’ At this rate I'd say Tristan's scores are going to be the talk of the family as Terron chases his big brother down,” added Coach Evans. Connor Wells and Luis Ramos just never got going for this tournament and finished with 127 and 139. “They might have hung their heads but I told them I'm not worried! It's their first year and only third or fourth start. I've seen what they are capable of and everybody has a bad day sooner or later,” concluded Coach Evans.

Hugoton softball team battles Colby for a win The Lady Eagles took on Colby Monday for a two game series. Hugoton came in 1 and 9 and Colby came in winless on the season. Both teams also came in winless in GWAC. In game one the Lady Eagles played a back and fourth game against Colby. The Eagles would get on the board first after Meaghan McClure drove in an RBI on a triple to right center field. Colby tied it up in the second inning and then took a 5 to 1 lead in the top of the third. The Eagles answered back with another McClure triple that unloaded the bases and scored three runs. Colby put on another four runs in the fourth but the Lady Eagles again answered with Breclyn Stump driving in a run and McClure hitting her third triple of the game to add another three runs of her own. The Lady Eagles put up five runs in the inning and then added another three in the fifth and hold on to win the game 13 to 11. In game two the Lady Eagles offense seemed to be on

early but pitching failed the Hugoton team again as McClure was not able to find control early. The Lady Eagles scored three in the first inning, two runs scored on a bases loaded walk where the Lady Eagles sent B. Stump around without hesitation behind Laney Hoskinson. Colby tied the game in top of the second and then took control of the game in the second third as McClure walked two runs in and two additional doubles added another three runs. The Lady Eagles offense scored but unfortunately they were not able to catch up to Colby and lost the game 2, 22 to 7. The Lady Eagles offense was led by McClure who went six for six on the day with a total of eight RBI’s. She also had nine strikeouts in 10 innings of work. Sarai Chavez had three hits and scored two runs for the Hugoton team. Jayla Stump drove in three RBI’s while big sister had two of her own and scored five times for the Lady Eagles.

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Monday, April 24, the HHS varsity golf team made its way to Cimarron for a huge varsity tournament. Beginning the day were 73 golfers all packed into a nine hole course. Play was slow at times but weather made it bearable for coaches and parents to work on their tan lines. Coach Rex Evans said, “In my five seasons, the lowest round shot at this tourney had been Brennon Featherston with a 99. But as scores came in, that record fell with Jaxon Teeter turning in a score of 96!” Teeter’s score marked a new “Evans-era” record . . . for about 15 minutes. Then teammate Brennon Featherston turned in a 94 to retake the low score for the Cimarron tourney program! Coach Evans remarked, “Gotta love this competition amongst teammates!” Not far behind were Cody

Mills with a 105 and Austin Stevenson with a 106, both playing the Cimarron course for the first time ever. Coach Evans observed, “[Featherston’s] record might be in doubt next year with these two coming up!” Rounding out the team were Natan Mendoza at a 109 and senior Braden Silva with his season low of 114. “Natan just never got a feel for the course after shooting much lower scores this season, I have no doubt he bounces back at our home meet April 28. Braden has practiced as hard or harder than most and it's showing. Having never picked up a club until two months ago his swing is progressing nicely. He has a great understanding of the game and rules. It's a shame I only get him one season, but I feel as if he's been here all along,” concluded Coach Evans.

Baseball team travels to Colby for tough doubleheader The Hugoton Eagles took on Colby Monday. The Eagles came in 3 and 5 on the season. Colby came in 5 and 1. In game one the Eagles trailed early 2 to 0 after one inning. The Eagles tied it up in the second but watched Colby drive in four runs in the bottom of the inning. Hugoton added a couple more runs in the fifth but Colby added another five of their own. The Eagles were not able to catch up to Colby and lost the game 14 to 7. The Eagles got the majority of the offense from Elias Mendoza and Isai Cabezas who both drove in four of the Eagles seven runs. Thomas

Frederick pitched 5.1 innings and struck out five, allowed eight hits, and earned 11 runs. In game 2 the Eagles were not be able to get in the game as Colby scored five runs in the first two innings before the Eagles could get on the board. Hugoton ended up losing the game 12 to 2 in six innings. Landan Hickey collected two hits on three at bats. Daniel Bustillios drove in one RBI for the Eagles, and Colby Korf scored the only two runs for the Eagles. Korf pitched five innings and allowed nine runs off of nine hits and four walks.

Thursday the Eagles played at home vs the Guymon Tigers. The Eagles came in 3 and 7 on the season. The Hugoton team split the series with Guymon. In game one the Eagles captured an early lead against Guymon 2 - 0 in the first inning after a wild pitch. However the Tigers added 12 unanswered runs before the Eagles were able to get back on the board. Hugoton ended up losing 13 to 3 after seven. Bernabe Mendoza went one for three with one RBI for the Eagles. Elias Mendoza went 3.1 innings and gave up five earned runs on four hits and eight walks. In game two the Eagles offense broke out and won a back and fourth game that went seven innings. The Guymon team took a one nothing lead in the top of the first but the Eagles answered back with a run of their own off of a wild pitch. Guymon then added three runs in the third with the Eagles scoring three of their own in the bottom of the third with one of the runs being scored after a Landan Hickey double. Guymon took a lead in the fourth

after they scored four runs but the team came up with a big inning in the fifth scoring nine runs. The Eagles added a couple more in the sixth and held on to win 15 to 12. Daniel Bustillios went three for three and scored three runs. Elias Mendoza collected three RBI’s on two hits.

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HHS JV golfer Rene Martin displays the medal he won after shooting a 60 at Elkhart April 20.

Golfers record low scores at Elkhart tournament

Thursday, April 20 the HHS junior varsity golf team traveled to Elkhart to try to bring home the first place plaque for the third straight year. The team fell short of that goal but all five golfers walked away with course knowledge to assist them in upcoming seasons. “The weather was great and I was very pleased with what I saw. The biggest improvement I saw came from freshman Terron Stegman; he came into this tourney nervous after shooting an 80 in his first-ever tourney, but was telling me on the ride over he was going to do better even if it was a 79,” said Coach Rex Evans. Stegman delivered on that promise - plus more shooting a 62, a full 18 shots better than his career-best! Connor Wells tied

Stegman with a 62 also. “Connor is a patient player who has taken lessons from me in the past and has attended the HHS Lady Eagles’ golf camps in the summer and his hard work is starting to show,” commented Coach Evans. Low man of the day belonged to Rene Martin, who came out hot and showed little distress on his way to a score of 60. Following close behind were freshmen Luis Ramos and David Barker with respectable scores of 63. “This team gels well with each other and as you can see only three shots separated them. I hope they continue to challenge each other every week and grow into a formidable varsity team in the next few years,” concluded Coach Evans.

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Tracksters take on opponents and weather at Haskell County “We just can't catch any breaks for good weather at meets. Our kids have really persevered with dealing with the weather and we also have to deal with some injuries with some key people. We just need to focus on what ever we can do to make ourselves a better team. We just need to challenge ourselves to get better each practice,” said Coach Nick Rodriguez. Results from the Tuesday, April 25 Haskell County Relays are as follows: Girls 800 meter run 5 MeKenzie Hagman 3:13.15 6 Hannah Coziahr 3:14.72 3200 meter run 5 Kara Rodriguez 15:05.21 Boys 200 meter dash 6 Carter Coziahr 25.17 Pole Vault 5 Trevor Bogan 9’0”

Results from the meet Tuesday, April 25 at Ulysses Girls 800 meter run 3 Toby McClure 2:36.63 3200 meter run 2 Abby Heger 13:09.66 Shot Put 4 Anna Trotter 31-02.00 Boys 400 meter dash 1 Mitchell Hamlin 50.81 800 meter run 3 Jahaziel Garcia 2:07.69 5 Eric Perry 2:09.34 6 Jacob Eckert 2:10.05 1600 meter run 3 Abraham Garcia 4:40.09 4 Jahaziel Garcia 4:43.96 4x100 meter relay 1 Jalen Rosales, Dawson Kerbow, Carlos Tinoco, 44.41 Mitchell Hamlin 4x400 meter relay 1 Ivan Villa, Bradan Slemp, Dawson Kerbow, Mitchell Hamlin 3:26.27 Shot Put 3 Marcos Baeza 42’00” 4 Romano Burger 41’ 8”

Tucker Freeman prepares to toss the javelin during the track meet at Ulysses Tuesday, April 25.

Discus 3 Rodrigo Sanchez 122’ 2” High Jump 1 Tony Kinser 6’8” Long Jump 2 Mitchell Hamin 19’ 9 ½” 4 Dawson Kerbow 19’ 2 ½” 6 Ivan Villa 18’4” Triple Jump 3 Ivan Villa 38’ 7 ½” Results for the Hugoton Invitational track meet Friday, April 28 are as follows: Girls Long Jump 1 Dallie Hoskinson 15’ 11 ½” Shot Put 2 Anna Trotter 34’ 3” 1600 meter run 2 Toby McClure 6:08.27 5 Cielo Garcia 6:26.01

Boys Long Jump 4 Mitchell Hamlin 20’ 11” Triple Jump 2 Ivan Villa 39’ 4” 5 Colton Swinney 38’ 8” Discus 4 Rodrigo Sanchez 114’ 6” Javelin 3 Nick Gold 121’ 10” Shot Put 4 Romano Burger 41’ 2” 6 Marcos Baeza 39’ 2” 4x800 meter relay 2 Ivan Villa, Abraham Garcia, Jacob Eckert, Eric Perry 8:25.44 100 meter dash 3 Carlos Tinoco 11.54 1600 meter run 5 Ethan Fox 4:54.06 6 Miguel Martinez 4:57.53

Hugoton hosts 11 schools for middle school meet Hugoton Middle School hosted a track meet Thursday, April 27. Results of the meet are listed. Seventh Grade Boys Results 100 Meters 1 Erik Tinoco 13.18 4 Aaron Quevedo 13.59 13 Deveron Yarbrough14.89 400 Meters 7 Fray McDaniels 1:09.39 9 Clay Johannsen 1:11.70 16 Isaac Marioni 1:19.02 800 Meters 3 Fray McDaniels 2:37.79 9 Jamyn Wolters 2:55.51 18 Brayden Kolb 3:31.08 1600 Meters 2 Fray McDaniels 5:31.61 9 Jamyn Wolters 6:36.52 100m Hurdles - 30” 1 Ashton Burrows 15.37 200m Hurdles - 30" 1 Ashton Burrows 27.52 4x100 Relay 3 Cade Mecklenburg, Clay Johannsen, Deveron Yarbrough, Erik Tinoco 55.04 Shot Put - 8lb 3 Clay Johannsen

33-05.00 6 Cade Mecklenburg 30-09.75 15 Cutter Hawks 24-07.50 18 Jesus Ornelas 23-04.50 Discus - 1kg 5 Cade Mecklenburg79-07 19 Clay Johannsen 63-05 21 Cutter Hawks 61-09 23 Jesus Ornelas 56-07 High Jump 1 Aaron Quevedo 4-08.00 6 Isaac Marioni 3-10.00 Long Jump 1 Aaron Quevedo16-10.00 7 Deveron Yarbrough 14-01.50 8 Fray McDaniels14-01.00 13-11.00 10 Coy Nix Triple Jump 1 Aaron Quevedo32-02.00 7 Brayden Kolb 19-03.50 Eighth Grade Boys Results 100 Meters 1 Joseph Sanchez 12.24 2 Logan Moodie 12.75 4 Abraham Garcia 13.15 5 Domenic Maravilla13.52 400 Meters

Good Luck on Your Spring Sports Friday, May 5 High School Golf Boys JV at Hugoton High School Fore Winds Municipal Golf Course at 3:00 p.m. High School Track Varsity at Lakin High School at 3:00 p.m. High School Baseball Varsity and JV Double Header at Hugoton High School HHS Field Legends at 4:00 p.m. High School Softball Varsity and JV Double Header at Scott City High School at 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 9 Middle School Track 7/8 at Colby Middle School GWAC-Jr. League Meet at 11:00 a.m. High School Golf Boys Varsity at Elkhart High School at 1:00 p.m. High School Baseball Varsity and JV Double Header at Ulysses High School at 4:00 p.m. High School Softball Varsity and JV Double Header at Hugoton High School HHS Field Varsity Softball at 4:00 p.m. Thursday, May 11 High School Golf Boys Varsity at Goodland High School GWAC League Tournament at 3:00 p.m. High School Track V at Holcomb High School GWAC League Meet at 3:00 p.m. Monday, May 15 High School Baseball Varsity at Hays-TMP 3A Regionals TBD High School Softball Varsity at Russell High School 3A Regionals TBD

High School Golf Boys Varsity at Lakin High School 3-2-1A Regionals at 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 16 High School Softball Varsity at Russell High School 3A Regionals TBD Wednesday, May 17 High School Baseball Varsity at Hays-TMP 3A Regionals TBD Friday, May 19 High School Track Varsity at Cheney High School 3A Regionals at 3:00 p.m. Monday, May 22 High School Golf Boys Varsity at Independence Country Club 3-2-1A State TBD Thursday, May 25 High School Baseball Varsity at Manhattan-KSU Tointon Family Stadium 3A State TBD High School Softball Varsity at Manhattan-Twin Oaks Complex 3A State TBD Friday, May 26 High School Baseball Varsity at Manhattan-KSU Tointon Family Stadium 3A State TBD High School Softball Varsity at Manhattan-Twin Oaks Complex 3A State TBD High School Track Varsity at Cessna Stadium 3A State TBD Saturday, May 27 High School Track Varsity at Cessna Stadium 3A State TBD

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avilla, Emily Urquidi, Stefanny Villa 59.42 Shot Put - 6lb 3 Taylor Grubbs 26-10.25 5 Chloe Martin 25-10.50 10 Ella Martin 23-06.75 12 Olivia Flores 23-03.75 16 Emmi Lott 22-08.00 Discus - 1kg 5 Taylor Grubbs 54-08 6 Emmi Lott 51-10 9 Chloe Martin 50-01 22 Olivia Flores 42-05 23 Ella Martin 39-04 Long Jump 5 Stefanny Villa 12-00.00 6 Heidi Bogan 11-10.00 10 Grace Dillinger 11-00.50 10-07.75 11 Audra Perry 12 Lily Calleja 10-06.00 Triiple Jump 6 Breckyn Haar 23-07.00 Eighth Grade Girls Results 100 Meters 1 Yaritza DeLaRosa 14.11 16 Denisse Delgado 15.91 20 Melissa Gonzalez 16.31 22 Jessica Martinez 16.46 200 Meters 2 McKenna Hamlin 30.20 31.38 5 Shaylee Cox 14 Grace Gibson 33.41 16 Jessica Martinez 33.73 17 Melissa Gonzalez 34.27 400 Meters 6 Millyzient McClure 1:13.56 800 Meters 3 Jordyn Beard 3:01.12 1600 Meters 1 Molly McClure 6:42.22 2 Jordyn Beard 6:51.27 100m Hurdles - 30" 1 Abbey Goode 18.92 3 Shaylee Cox 20.08 7 Grace Gibson 21.30 14 Abby Nichols 27.41 200m Hurdles - 30" 2 Abbey Goode 34.90 5 Shaylee Cox 36.37 14 Grace Gibson 42.20 16 Abby Nichols 52.61 4x100 Relay 1 Shaylee Cox, Yaritza DeLaRosa, Denisse Delgado, Molly McClure 58.67 4x200 Relay 1 Yaritza DeLaRosa, McKenna Hamlin, Molly McClure, Millyzient McClure 2:00.94 Shot Put - 6lb 2 Tia Kalani 29-01.00 6 Rolanda Gerber28-03.50 7 Esli Lopez 27-09.25 10 Jordyn Beard 26-10.75 12 Ana Cruz 26-02.00 21 Jessica Reyes 22-08.50 28 Karina Rodriguez 19-04.50 Discus - 1kg 3 Ana Cruz 71-00 8 Tia Kalani 62-00 14 Rolanda Gerber 53-03 17 Gillian Heger 52-01 20 Esli Lopez 51-02 21 Jordyn Beard 50-11 23 Jessica Reyes 46-10 29 Karina Rodriguez 42-00 Long Jump 2 McKenna Hamlin 14-04.50 3 Yaritza DeLaRosa 13-09.00 6 Molly McClure 12-09.50 7 Millyzient McClure 12-09.00 Triple Jump 1 McKenna Hamlin 30-08.50 5 Millyzient McClure 27-05.00 12 Gillian Heger 22-00.00 13 Abby Nichols 19-08.50

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Synata Bio representative meets with Stevens County officials Stephen P. Toon of Synata Bio hosted the company’s first Meet and Greet session with the officials of Stevens County and Hugoton Tuesday, April 25. Everyone enjoyed a delicious barbeque meal. Toon vowed Synata plans to become part of the Hugoton community. Stephen Toon is vice-president of the Engineering and Process Development Department. He informed the crowd Synata Bio is a “different” company. Their goal is convert natural gas to ethanol. The company chose Hugoton because it is at the center of a natural gas field. Their company, originally called Coskata, developed the technology to convert syn gas to ethanol. True North Venture Partners then purchased the technology.

True North Venture Partners are funded by the Walton family, Ted Turner and Cox Communications. Toon commented these people know how to run companies, and they want to be in it for the long term. However, company heads want to ensure the technology risk is reduced and that they have the right plans in place. They have patience and deep pockets, if needed.

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Synata Bio will be founded on four basic principals: safety, community, technology and competitiveness. Toon reported they are just starting on the project. Last week, lights came on at the plant. Engineers are being brought in to study what needs to be done. Then the engineers will go back home to study and make plans for the plant’s progress. He stated Synata Bio anticipates using only about 50% of the equipment currently in the plant. They will probably sell what they do not need. At this point, the company anticipates two to three years to get the plant operational. Toon also said they’re working on a plan to manage the countless hay bales they inherited.

Stevens County officials join Synata Bio for a “Meet and Greet” meeting Tuesday, April 25. Attendees enjoyed a tasty barbeque meal while

Annual Hard Winter Wheat tour commenced Monday, May 1 By Marsha Boswell, Director of Communications Nearly 90 grain traders, government officials, reporters, millers and even a few farmers started the 2017 Wheat Quality Council's Hard Winter Wheat Tour May 1. Over the three-day tour, they canvassed the state's wheat crop from Manhattan to Colby to Wichita and back again. Along the way, tour attendees stop every 15 miles or so to estimate yields in wheat fields on their routes. At the end, the results will be compiled into a yield estimate average for the Kansas hard red winter wheat crop. Scouts will be on the look-

out for viral diseases, including Wheat Streak Mosaic Virus; stem, stripe and leaf rusts; some scattered poor emergence in parts of northwest Kansas; and some nitrogen and sulfur deficiencies. Wheat Stem Rust Read about this devastating disease at http://www.plant path.k-state.edu/extension/ publications/stem-rust-man agement-mf2989.pdf. Wheat Streak Mosaic Virus According to K-State Research and Extension's April 21, 2017 eUpdate, the most prevalent viral disease is wheat streak mosaic virus (WSMV), especially in the western portion of the state.

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With the recent damage to all the trees in the County I felt this was a very useful and beneficial news article for you to read. If you have any questions please contact me at the Stevens County Extension Office at 620-544-4359. Joshua Morris, County Extension Agent, ANR After the ice storm: Tending to damaged trees Winter storms may cause serious tree damage. Often you will have to decide whether a tree can be saved or not. Here is a checklist on care of a storm-damaged landscape. 1. Be careful: Slippery ice and chainsaws don’t mix. Wait until all ice has melted before beginning work. Check for downed power lines or hanging branches. Don't venture under the tree until it is safe. If large limbs are hanging precariously, a certified arborist has the tools, training and knowledge to do the work safely. 2. Cleanup: Remove debris so you don't trip over it. 3. Decide whether it is feasible to save a tree. If the bark has been split so the cambium is exposed or the main trunk split, the tree probably will not survive and should be removed. If there are so many broken limbs that the tree’s form is destroyed, replacement is the best option. Topping, where all the main branches are cut and there are only stubs left, is not a recommended pruning procedure. Though new branches will normally arise from the stubs, they are not as firmly attached as the original branches and more likely to break in subsequent storms. Also, the tree must use a lot of energy to develop new branches, leaving

less to fight off diseases and insect attacks. Often, the topped tree's life is shortened. 4. Prune broken branches to the next larger branch or to the trunk. If cutting back to the trunk, do not cut flush with the trunk but rather at the collar area between the branch and the trunk. Cutting flush with the trunk leaves a much larger wound than cutting at the collar and takes longer to heal. Middle-aged or younger vigorous trees can have up to onethird of the crown removed and still make a surprisingly swift comeback. 5. Take large limbs off in stages. If you try to take off a large limb in one cut, it will often break before the cut is finished and strip bark from the tree. Instead, first make a cut about 15 inches from the trunk. Start from the bottom and cut one-third of the way up through the limb. Make the second cut from the top down but start two inches further away from the trunk than the first. The branch will break away as you make the second cut. The third cut, made at the collar area, removes the stub that is left. Note: Pruning can be dangerous. Consider hiring a trained, certified arborist to do major work. Also, a good arborist knows how to prune trees so storm breakage is less likely to occur. Preventing damage is better than trying to fix it once it has happened. The Arbor Day Foundation maintains an excellent Web site containing detailed information. The URL is arborday.org/media/storm index.cfm. Submitted by Ward Upham, Horticulture Rapid Response Unit Coordinator.

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While some fields are completely infected by the disease, many fields are actually only showing patches of infected plants across the field. likely the result of low levels of wheat curl mites blowing in from distant areas of higher mite populations. Viral diseases were most likely favored by the warm conditions experienced in the fall, winter and early spring, and by volunteer wheat not controlled before the growing season. Some fields in the affected area will ultimately be abandoned because of WSMV infection. WSMV has an average statewide impact of two percent yield loss. Leaf Rust Scouts will also be on the lookout for leaf rust and powdery mildew. Leaf rust was reported previously in south central and southeastern Kansas. Leaf rust has moved to the upper leaves in few areas, which is important because these leaves provide most of the resources the plants will use to produce grain. Any damage done to the upper leaves increases the risk of yield loss. Fungicides Aerial applications of fungicide have already started across the state, and chances are, tour participants will once again see these planes during their three-day trek across Kansas and parts of Nebraska, Colorado and Oklahoma. All fungicides are best applied before the disease becomes established or very early in the development of disease within the crop. K-State Research and Extension reminds farmers it is essential to always consult the label when applying fungicides, since any label violations could have unwelcome consequences. In general, the triazole fungicides can be applied the latest. Read more at https://webapp.agron.ksu.edu/agr_social/eu_article.throck?article_i d=1338. Freeze Damage Potential According to the National Agricultural Statistics Service, the crop is ahead of schedule when compared to the five year average. For the week ending April 23, 2017, wheat in far southeast Kansas is flowering, with some fields even further along in the early stages of grain development. Eightytwo percent of the crop is jointed, behind 91% last year, but ahead of the five-year average of 70%. In addition, 25 percent is Kansas' winter wheat crop is headed, ahead of 20 last year and 17 average. The extent of the damage from any freeze events won't be known until harvest. Yield Potential Agronomists have visited several different fields across the state. Many fields visited had good yield potential, es-

pecially in the central portion of the state. With recent freeze events, this could change. Fields in far northwest Kansas and in parts of southwest Kansas also had good yield potential when not infected by wheat streak mosaic virus. For the week ending April 23, winter wheat condition in Kansas rated four percent very poor, 12 poor, 32 fair, 45 good, and seven excellent. While the condition of the crop remains favorable, it is important to remember planted acres were at a century-low, meaning that even with good yields, production will be down this year. You do not have to be on the Wheat Quality Council's Hard Winter Wheat Tour to scout wheat fields and make your own estimates. To help, Kansas Wheat has compiled the steps participants will use to estimate yields so you too can participate. Visit their Web site at www.kswheat.com to get a step-by-step tutorial for calculating yields using the same method as the tour participants. You can follow along with participants on the Wheat Tour, who will be tweeting results straight from the field using #wheattour17.

Stephen Toons of Synata Bio explained possible future plans and the current state of affairs at the ethanol plant.

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Seniors enjoy special dinner The Moscow Lunchroom Cooks had a special Senior Dinner Day in honor of the Senior Class. They were served at a special decorated table - including owl balloons - at noon Thursday, April 27. The class also enjoyed a special dessert the cooks made just for them. Seniors Jesse Stuckey, Maggie White, Rachel Pierson, Alfredo Gonzalez and Bryan Garcia enjoyed the dinner. Seniors pictured are Jesse Stuckey, Maggie White, Rachel Pierson, Alfredo Gonzalez and Bryan Garcia. They really enjoyed the special senior dinner.

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Community Calendar Thursday, May 4 Last day of REAL High School Awards Banquet at 6:30 p.m. Friday, May 5 Graduation Practice and Pictures at 8:00 a.m. High School Track at Bucklin at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, May 6 State Forensics Sunday, May 7 High School Graduation at 2:00 p.m. Monday, May 8 Grade School Fun Day, 1:30 to 3:15 p.m. Kindergarten Graduation at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 9 Baseball at Minneola at 4:00 p.m. Fourth and fifth grade to Hutchinson Cosmosphere Wednesday, May 10 Junior High/High School Track at Moscow at 10:00 a.m. Grade School music program and first to eighth awards at 6:30 p.m.

These MHS students compete in State music in Hesston April 29. In front, left to right, are Alexis Hastey, Monica Gonzalez, Adriana Salcedo, Maggie White, Jordan Snyder and

Director Gail Dale. In the back row are Jaylen Mendez, Yahir Granillo, Axel Granillo, Bryan Erives, Jesus Gallegos and Austin Snyder. Photo courtesy of Stu Moore.

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PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in The Hugoton Her3t mes, Thursday, April 27, 2017) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS Case No. 17CV11 FRANCISCO SALDANA, SR., PLAINTIFF v. 1974 FORD F-700 TRUCK VIN F70EVV51367; GERALD CRANE; and the unknown heirs, executors, administrators, devisees, trustees, creditors, and assigns of any deceased defendants; the unknown spouses of any defendants; the unknown officers, successors, trustees, creditors, and assigns of any defendants which are existing, dissolved, or dormant corporations; the unknown executors, administrators, devisees, trustees, creditors, successors, and assigns of any defendants who are or were partners or in partnership; the unknown guardians, conservators, and trustees of any defendants who are minors or under any legal disability; and the unknown heirs, executors, administrators, devisees, trustees, creditors, and assigns of any person alleged to be deceased and any person claiming an in-

terest in the 1974 FORD F-700 TRUCK VIN F70EVV51367, DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF SUIT STATE OF KANSAS TO THE ABOVENAMED DEFENDANTS, AND ALL OTHER PERSONS WHO ARE OR MAY BE CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that a Petition has been filed in the District Court of Stevens County, Kansas, by the Plaintiff, Francisco Saldana, Sr., praying for a decree quieting the title to the following described vehicle: 1974 Ford F-700 Truck VIN F70EVV51367. You are required to plead to said Petition on or before the 12th day of June, 2017, at in said Court at Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon said Petition.

Girl Scout Troop 60077 plants trees at the city parks in Hugoton and Moscow as a community service project in honor of Arbor Day. Pictured is Toni Crawford in back. In front are Jenna Crawford, Natalia Ladezma, Lupita Hernandez, Lila Teeter, Lexi Crawford, Charlotte Lahey, Leanne Teeter, Gwen Owens and Chelsea Crawford. Jesus Gallegos and Maggie White receive I ranking and qualify for State forensics at Regional festival Saturday, April 22 in Holcomb: Jesus in Poetry, and Maggie in Poetry and Humorous Solo.

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IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE MARION E. SPIKES, DECEASED Case No. 17PR1 NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR PROBATE OF WILL AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified a petition has been filed on April 24, 2017, in this Court by Janice C. Spikes, as one of his heirs, praying for admission to probate of the Last Will and Testament of Marion E. Spikes, dated December 10, 2012, which will is filed with the petition, and for the appointment of Susan D. Peterson, as executor of said will and estate, to serve without bond, and for the issuance of Letters Testamentary to Susan D. Pe-

terson, as executor. You are hereby required to file your written defenses thereto on or before the 22nd day of May, 2017, at 1:00 p.m. of said day, in the district courtroom at the county courthouse, in the City of Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition. All creditors of the decedent are notified to exhibit their demands against the estate within the later of four (4) months from the date of the first publication of this notice under K.S.A. 59-2236 and amendments thereto, or if the identity of the creditor is known or reasonably ascertainable, 30 days after actual notice was given as provided by law, and if their demands is not thus exhibited, they shall be forever barred. JANICE C. SPIKES Petitioner TATE & KITZKE L.L.C. 1024 S. Trindle, P. O. Box 909 Hugoton, KS 67951-0909 Attorneys for Petitioner Telephone: 620-544-2103

Girl Scout Troop 60077 members are, left to right, Toni Crawford, Lakota Persing, Vallery Persing (back), Chelsea Crawford, Samantha Goode, Kara Horn, Gwen Owens, Jocelyn Shuck and Lexi Crawford.

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Makayla Persinger, Lydia Owens, and Sarah McLeod receive II rankings at the Regional forensics festival Saturday, April 22. The three girls performed poetry.

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RHS band earns high ratings at State

The entire band plays “Serengeti” for their I rating. Photo courtesy of Shawn Schwindt.

The Rolla High School band traveled to Hesston College to perform Saturday, April 29. The entire band performed a percussion ensemble called “Serengeti” and earned their first I rating of the day. Deserae Schwindt performed a mallet solo and earned a I. Alexandra Hart showcased her trumpet talent, earning a I rating. She also performed a trumpet trio with Angelina Fosdick and Hope Halstead to earn a I. The percussion quartet with Allyson Norton, Cacee

Milburn, Luis Martinez and Henry Wiebe earned another impressive I rating. The saxophone ensemble with Nayeli Ochoa, Magaly Cortez, Corny Loewen and Aaron Apelu earned a II rating. It was a great day to be a Pirate! to Congratulations Mr. Sam Eiland and Mrs. Sherry Kelling for all their hard work and to the band members. The high school spring concert will feature all these fine musicians and more Tuesday, May 9. Don’t miss out!

Allyson Norton, Henry Wiebe, Luis Martinez and Cacee Milburn perform their I rated percussion quartet. Photo courtesy of Shawn Schwindt.

Alexandra Hart blows her trumpet to earn another I rating for Rolla. Photo courtesy of Shawn Schwindt.

Community Calendar Thursday, May 4 Sports Physicals (fiftheleventh grades) 8:00 a.m. Friday, May 5 High School Golf at Hugoton at 10:00 a.m. High School Track at Bucklin at 3:00 a.m. Teacher Inservice No School Monday, May 8 Rolla Rec Board Meeting at 6:30 p.m. Board of Education Meeting at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 9 High School Golf (JV) at South Gray at 3:00 p.m. Junior High/High School Spring Concert at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 10 Junior High/High School SFTL Track at Moscow at 9:00 a.m.

Pictured is a snow drift by the bank in Rolla. Photo courtesy of Shawn Schwindt.

Spring blizzard hits Rolla The saxophone ensemble with Aaron Apelu, Corny Loewen, Magaly Cortez and Nayeli Ochoa earn an impressive II at State. Photo courtesy of Shawn Schwindt.

Clarification on news article A clarification is in order for the news article that stated that Luis Martinez broke the javelin record for Rolla High School. Back in about 2002, the KSHSAA decided to change the type of javelin thrown for high school track events. The new javelin is weighted and therefore a bit heavier, causing the distance thrown to not appear to be as far. The retired javelin record holder is Derek Stout, throwing 187’2”. Luis Martinez is the newest record holder of the “new” weighted javelin. Derek’s record will remain on the boards as the “retired” javelin type. I apologize for any confusion. Phoebe Brummett

Deserae Schwindt shows her talent at the mallet, earning another I rating for Rolla. Photo courtesy of Shawn Schwindt.

Snowmeggeden, as it’s being called, has struck southwest Kansas. The weather changed drastically for the end of April, first bringing at least two inches of rain, beginning Friday, April 28. The temperatures dropped and the rain turned to a heavy, wet snow that clung to everything Saturday, April 29. Many events around the area were postponed or cancelled and people everywhere prayed for the safe return of the RHS band students from the KSHSAA State Music Festival. The students and spon-

sors returned just in time to enjoy a true spring blizzard Sunday, April 30. The white out conditions, drifting snow and damaged trees convinced superintendent Kim Mauk to cancel school Monday, May 1. The roads were drifted shut and impassable, making any travel in Morton County unsafe. School resumed Tuesday, May 2 but many students and a few teachers were unable to make it to town. Prayers for all who have lost cattles, trees, crops, etc, but praising God for no loss of life, that I know of.

The trees in the Rolla City Park are hit hard. Photo courtesy of James Langley.

RJH tracksters travel to Springfield The Barclay College traveling choir will perform at Bethel Friends Church in Hugoton

Monday, May 8. Kyri Brummett, 2016 Rolla High School graduate, will be among the choir.

Barclay College traveling choir will perform at Bethel Friends A concert is coming to Bethel Friends Church Monday, May 8. The Barclay

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The Rolla Junior High track team traveled to Springfield, Co., to compete in the track meet. It was a cold day but thankfully the rain mostly held off. Hailey Van Beekum earned first place in sixth grade shot put, creating a new school record with her huge throw of 34’1”. Melanie Norton placed first in eighth grade 200 meter hurdles. Alonzo Martinez placed first in both the 100 meter and 200 meter hurdles for eighth grade.

Alonzo Martinez hits his stride on the hurdles in a recent track meet.

Lexi Crowl gets ready for the race during a recent track meet.

The Sprint Medley team with Garrette Hinds, Castor Hernandez, Alonzo Martinez and Alec Langley placed first for eighth grade. Matthew Garcia achieved his personal best with his discus throw of 77’10”, earning him seventh for the day. Castor Hernandez placed sixth in discus for eighth grade with his throw of 83’4”. Congratulations to the entire track team! Keep up the good work!

Carissa Sohm races down the track at a recent meet.

Owen Shores puts his all into the throwing the shot put as far as possible during a recent meet.

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PUBLIC NOTICE said lot; thence East on a line parallel with the North boundary line of said Lot 6 to the East boundary line of said lot; thence South along the east boundary line of said lot for a distance of 70 feet; thence West on a line parallel with the North boundary line to the West boundary line; thence North 70 feet to the point of beginning

(First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, April 20, 2017) 3t BRENDA J. JAMES, PLAINTIFF VS. FAY JAMES, deceased, HAROLD JAMES, JR. and LINDA JAMES, DEFENDANTS

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CASE NO. 16-CVBe quieted in the name of Brenda J. James.

NOTICE OF HEARING THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are notified that a petition has been filed in this Court by Brenda J. James praying that title to the following described real estate, situate in Stevens County, Kansas, to-wit: A part of Lot six (6), in Block Two (2), in the City of Hugoton, Kansas according to the duly filed and recorded plat thereof, more particularly described as follows: beginning at a point on the West line of said Lot 6 a distance of 120 feet South of the Northwest corner of

You are required to file your written defenses to the petition on or before May 24, 2017, at 9:00 a.m. in the District Court in Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail to file your written defenses, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition.

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BROLLIER, WOLF & KUHARIC Box 39, Hugoton, KS 67951 (620) 544-8555 Attorneys for Petitioner

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ITALIAN MARINATED STEAK WITH GRILLED RATATOUILLE Total Recipe Time: 45-50 minutes. Makes 4 servings INGREDIENTS 1 beef Top Round Steak, cut 1 inch thick (about 1-1/2 pounds) 1 small eggplant, cut crosswise into 1/2 inch thick slices 2 large red or yellow bell peppers, cut lengthwise into quarters 1 medium zucchini, cut lengthwise in half 1 medium yellow squash, cut lengthwise in half 1-1/2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes 1/3 cup lightly packed chopped fresh basil Salt and ground black pepper Marinade: 1/2 cup olive oil 1/2 cup dry white wine 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper INSTRUCTIONS FOR ITALIAN MARINATED STEAK WITH GRILLED RATATOUILLE 1. Combine marinade ingredients in small bowl. Place beef steak and 1/2 cup marinade in food-safe plastic bag; turn steak to coat. Close bag securely and marinate in refrigerator 6 hours or as long as overnight, turning occasionally. Cover and reserve remaining marinade in refrigerator. 2. Remove 2 tablespoons of reserved marinade for ratatouille; set aside. Brush vegetables (except tomatoes) with some of remaining reserved marinade. Remove steak from marinade; discard marinade. Place steak in center of grid over medium, ash-covered coals; arrange vegetables around steak. Grill steak, 3. covered, 12 to 14 minutes for medium-rare (145°F) doneness, turning occasionally. (Do not overcook.) Grill eggplant and bell peppers 12 to 15 minutes; zucchini and yellow squash 8 to 12 minutes or until tender, turning occasionally and basting with remaining reserved marinade. 4. Cut grilled vegetables into 1-inch pieces. Carve steak into thin slices. Cover and refrigerate 1 cup each vegetables and steak slices to use in Steak and Grilled Vegetable Salad. For ratatouille, combine remaining vegetables, tomatoes, basil and reserved 2 tablespoons marinade in medium bowl; toss to coat. Season ratatouille and remaining steak with salt and black pepper, as desired. Serve ratatouille with steak. Test Kitchen Tips Test Kitchen Tips To prepare on gas grill, preheat grill according to manufacturer’s directions for medium heat. Place steak and vegetables on grid as directed above. Grill steak, covered, 16 to 19 minutes for medium-rare (145°F) doneness, turning occasionally. (Do not overcook.) Grill eggplant 6 to 8 minutes; bell peppers, zucchini and yellow squash 7 to 11 minutes or until vegetables are tender, turning occasionally and basting with reserved marinade.

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