The
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Thursday, May 12, 2016 Volume 129, Number 19 20 Pages, 69 Cents Plus Tax Per Copy
Wendy Coats is Super Mom 2016
Mother's Day was Sunday, May 8, and for a select few, the day was made even more special Monday morning, when the winners of the 2016 Super Mom contest were drawn. Wendy Coats won the big prize, being named Super Mom 2016 after her name was drawn at Creative Specialties. She won a $25 gift certificate from Creative Specialties and 50 Chamber Dollars. This lucky lady also won the priceless gift of pampering herself with a $25 Tan’alon gift certificate! Wendy is married to Pastor Ben Coats and the two have two little girls, Madison and Ashley. Other mothers being honored include Maria Ortiz at Bultman's with a $20 gift certificate. Lynette Hageman claimed the $35 gift certificate at Kates Pet Grooming, while Michelle Heger won the $25 gift certificate at Finishing Touches. Dawnel Newton took the $25 cash prize at First National Bank, and Kay McDaniels won $20 Gas Capital Dollars at Citizens State Bank. Getting dinner on the table will be a little easier for Jillian Martin, thanks to her $25 gift card from White's. Margaret Beltz will also appreciate her $25 gift card from Thrifty King. Miriam Hermosillo might be the luckiest one - all she has to do is order her free large pizza from Pizza Hut for a quick hot supper. Ranchito will host their winner Sonja Gayer and her guest for two free specials. Stacie Robertson can treat her loved one to dinner with her two free dinners and drinks at the Jet. Special gifts abound this Mother's Day - but a few lucky winners will get an extra special present. They include Joy Ayers, who won a $25 gift certificate at Yardmaster, and Patricia Phillips with her $30 gift certificate to Stevens County Pharmacy. Nanine Harper was the recipient of a gift basket from Hugoton Drug. Country Garden made up two gift baskets, and were able to award both Mary Long and Dora Maravilla with Super Mom prizes! Carol Swinney will get to pick her choice of jewelry as the winner at the hospital's Little Gift Shop in the Corner, courtesy of Stevens County Hospital Auxiliary. Lynnie's Nest awarded Leslee Hoggatt with a picture frame, and The Hugoton Hermes drew Traci Goode as their winner of a free year's subscription. Brenda Frederick won a $25 gift card from Flatlanders. Paula Shuck will be able to pick out a beautiful piece to add to her wardrobe with her $25 gift certificate from Janet's Bridal & Boutique. Congratulations to these amazing moms and Happy Mother's Day to all of Stevens County's marvelous mommas.
Antique cars were back in Hugoton Thursday when they stopped by Greg Morris’ garage on their way to Liberal for the car show at the park. They expected 300 cars to participate in the show.
Hospital continues to do well amidst budget crunching The Stevens County Hospital board met Monday, May 2 for their regular meeting in the hospital's Community Room. Board members present included Seth Gillespie, Benny Cabrera, Kirk Heger, Milton Gillespie and new board member John Denton. Keith Farrar and Patty Lahey were absent. Also attending the meeting were CFO Dave Piper, CEO Linda Stalcup, Jessica Reinerio, Jennifer Featherston, Human Resources director Diane Mangels, Commissioner Pat Hall, Dr. Samer al-Hashmi "Dr. Sam", Clinic Director Stacy Helget and Marie Austin with The Hugoton Hermes. The board unanimously approved both the agenda and last month's minutes as printed. HR Director Diane Man-
gels was first up, and discussed the current nursing openings consisting mainly of CNAs. The clinic also has an opening for a receptionist, and Pioneer Manor has an opening for a dietary homemaker. The RN opening is being filled with PRN people until a permanent replacement is found. The board opted to “re-credential” CRNA Lynn Dunford and APRN Stika Rapp. Stacy Helget reported the clinic has been busier than their numbers suggest. She also mentioned they'll be hosting sports physicals at Hugoton High School Wednesday, May 4. In other business, she said fortunately the clinic hasn't seen much acute illness. The flu season has Continued to page 3
Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Alisha Owens presents a somewhat overwhelmed Super Mom 2016 Wendy Coats with her $50 in Chamber Dollars, while Creative Specialties owner Cleo Webb hands over a $25 gift certificate.
The Hugoton City Council met May 9, 2016 for their regular monthly meeting at the council meeting room. Attending the meeting were Mayor Jack E. Rowden, City Inspector Joshua Grubbs, City Clerk Thomas G. Hicks, Outside Utilities Supervisor Paul Nordyke, Electric System Supervisor Gary Rowden and councilmen Shannon Crawford, Frankie Thomas, Jason Teeter, Dan Corpening and Dean Banker. Also present at the meeting were Police Chief Courtney Leslie, City Attorney Wayne R. Tate, Hugoton Hermes reporter Ruthie Winget, Stevens County Commissioner David Bozone, LizAnn Shugart, Vernon Anderson and Bobby Rawlings. The minutes of the last meeting and the April municipal judge’s report were approved by the council. City Inspector Grubbs reported he had been sending out code violation letters. He had conducted a Safety Meeting concerning a better way to lift. LizAnn Shugart representing the Dust Bowl Riders asked the council for permission to block off East Sixth Street June 11 from noon until evening for their annual Brian Lamberson Memorial motorcycle rally. They also would like a police escort for the cycles at 2:00 p.m. as they begin their run. The council approved the motion for these two actions.
Graduates will be honored this weekend Hugoton High School graduates will walk across the stage this Saturday, May 14, beginning at 10:00 a.m. in the West Gym. Hugoton Learning Academy will host their graduation ceremony Sunday, May 15 starting at 3:00 p.m. in the Hugoton Middle School Auditorium. The entire community is invited to attend both events.
Vernon Anderson and Bobby Rawlings were next on the agenda. Vernon wanted to put in a carport next to the property line of his neighbor, Bobby Rawlings. Bobby agreed to the setback release and they wanted to get the city’s approval. The council asked for the setback release to be signed, notorized and recorded at the courthouse. They asked for a copy to be brought before the council at the next meeting. Stevens County Commissioner David Bozone stopped by to to inform the council the county appraisal is down 72%. Their budget will be really tough. He asked the city council to pay for the cost of the materials for Main Street extending south of Pioneer Manor and the county would furnish the labor. Tate and Bozone agreed the county and city will need to cooperate with each other during this hard financial time. After some discussion, the council voted to pay the cost of the road which would be $5,625. Bozone reported the Public Transportation will probably be eliminated. Tate stated the Parsons Trust might donate to this project if it could be preserved. The Hugoton Recreation Commission notified the council they are operating showing a loss at the swimming pool. They asked the city to help with expenses. The council voted to pay the HRC one half of the two entities’ combined loss at the pool. KDI asked the city to vacate the alley behind lots 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 in return for an easement. Tate said he would discuss this with them. American Tower, located on city property next to the city shed, has asked for a lease agreement amendment concerning extending the years of the lease. Attorney Tate recommended no amendments to the original lease. Linn Energy requested a tower lease. Attorney Tate
Wendy also won a $25 gift certificate at Tan’alon. Not only is she a Super Mom, she’s also super lucky! Wendy is married to Pastor Ben Coats of Hugoton Assembly of God. The couple has two children, Madison and Ashley. Congratulations Wendy!!
stated a survey would be needed. The council agreed to have Linn Energy contract Pete Earles Engineering to conduct the survey. Tate will work with the Linn Energy concerning the tower lease. The council voted to reelect Shannon Crawford as president of the council. The council designated the Citizens State Bank and First National Bank as the official depositories. The Hugoton Hermes newspaper was designated as the official city paper. The annual appointment of city officials are as follows: Treasurer - Carrie
Baeza; City InspectorJoshua Grubbs; City Clerk - Thomas Hicks; Chief of Police - Courtney Lesley; Outside Utilities Supervisor - Paul Nordyke; Electric and Park Supervisor - Gary Rowden; Municipal Judge Paula Sosa; and City Attorney - Wayne Tate. The Tourism Board requested $1,000 for Park Days and $500 for the Masonic Lodge. The council approved the expenditures. The council then went into Executive Session. They then adjourned. The next meeting will be June 6, 2016.
EMS to host Night Out May 17
Stevens County Emergency Medical Services personnel will host a “Night Out” Tuesday, May 17 from 4:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the Hugoton City Park. The entire community is invited to join the EMTs and firefighters for a night of fun and exploration.You can meet local EMS personnel and explore the emergency vehicles, including ambulances and fireturcks. Kids will be able to run an obstacle course and learn all about the EMS! This event is in recognition of National EMS Week May 15-21. Refreshments will be available. Everyone is welcome!
Many around Stevens County - and the entire United States gather Thursday, May 5 for National Day of Prayer.
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Obituaries AL-ANON Family Group meets at 1405 Cemetery Road Mondays and Thursdays at 8:00 p.m. Call 620544-2610 or 620-544-2854 for more information. HUGOTON LIONS CLUB meets every Second and Fourth Thursday of the month at Memorial Hall at 7:00 p.m. HUGOTON MASONIC LODGE #406 AF&AM meets every second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. ***Change in Location*** MY HOPE Support Group for any adult grieving the death of a loved one meets the second Tuesday of each month from noon to 1:00 p.m. at High Plains Public Radio, 210 N. Seventh in Garden. Call 620-272-2519 for more information. BREAST FRIENDS CANCER SUPPORT GROUP for breast cancer patients meets the second Wednesday of each month from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Legacy House, at 309 E. Walnut in Garden City. For more information call 620272-2360. Every Sunday - Pioneer Manor Coffee Shop Social Time 3:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to come for Social Time and coffee with residents. Every Friday - Pioneer Manor Men’s Group 10:00 a.m. Everyone is invited to come for the Men’s Group and drink coffee with residents. - Stevens County Library will host an all-ages movie at 2:00 p.m. in the Community Room. - Community Sing Along, a nondenominational worship service at the Activity Center, 624 Main in Hugoton. Supper at 6:30 p.m. - No Charge. Every fourth Tuesday - Stevens County Health Department is at the Senior Center every fourth Tuesday of the month from 11:00 a.m. to Noon to do free blood pressure checks. Wednesday nights - Inside Out Kids at the Hugoton Assembly of God, 138 S. Main, beginning with dinner at 6:45 p.m. Program will be from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Rides are available by calling Pastor Ben Coats at 620-4281487 before 5:30 p.m. Wednesday evenings. May 12 - Aglow Fellowship Thursday at 7:00 p.m. at the Senior Center. SURPRISE!!! - Worship & Prayer. Come and be a part of this joy filled meeting. Same time, same place. - Kickoff celebration for Russell Child Development Center’s “Building a Better Future” campaign. Visit rcdc4kids.org to find out
more! May 13 - Last day of school for USD 210. - Community Sing Along, a nondenominational worship service at the Activity Center, 624 Main in Hugoton. Supper at 6:30 p.m. - No Charge. Pastor Richard Martin will deliver a few remarks. May 14 - Hugoton High School graduation in the West Gym, starting at 10:00 a.m. - Fight Night at LBs starting at 6:00 p.m. May 15 - Hugoton Learning Academy graduation at 3:00 p.m. at the Hugoton Middle School Auditorium. - Chocolate Chip Day May 15-21 - National EMS Week. Be sure to recognize your local emergency responders - both EMTs and firefighters! May 16 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Courthouse. - USD 210 Board of Education will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the HMS Library. May 17 - Stevens County EMS First Annual “Night Out” from 4:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the City Park in Hugoton. May 18 - The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce will host their monthly luncheon. - Museum Day - go visit the Stevens County Gas & Historical Museum at 905 S. Adams in Hugoton! They’re open from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Saturdays. - Opening Day for the SnoBall from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. May 20 - Community Sing Along, a nondenominational worship service at the Activity Center, 624 Main in Hugoton. Supper at 6:30 p.m. - No Charge. Pastor Becky Davidson will deliver a few remarks. May 21 - Armed Forces Day May 23 - 26 - Vacation Bible School at the First Christian Church in Hugoton, 9:00 am to Noon. May 25 - Senior Health and Fitness Day May 27 - Community Sing Along, a nondenominational worship service at the Activity Center, 624 Main in Hugoton. Supper at 6:30 p.m. - No Charge. Pastor Ben Coats will deliver a few remarks. May 30 - Memorial Day May 31 - No Tobacco Day June 1 - First day to read for the
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Stevens County Library’s summer reading programs. June 3 - Doughnut Day - Community Sing Along, a nondenominational worship service at the Activity Center, 624 Main in Hugoton. Supper at 6:30 p.m. - No Charge. June 6 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Courthouse. - Hugoton City Council will meet at 5:15 p.m. - Stevens County Hospital Board will meet at 5:30 p.m. in the Pioneer Manor Conference Room. June 6 - June 10 - Hugoton’s City Wide Spring Cleaning Week. June 7 - Hugoton Airport Board will meet at 7:00 p.m. at the airport. - Hugoton Sports Boosters will meet at 7:00 p.m. in the HMS/HHS Link Cafeteria. June 8 - Best Friends Day - Stevens County Library program “Kids’ Community Fair” for families and caregivers from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. - Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce Board will meet at 12:00 noon. June 10 - Iced Tea Day - Community Sing Along, a nondenominational worship service at the Activity Center, 624 Main in Hugoton. Supper at 6:30 p.m. - No Charge. June 14 - Flag Day - Stevens County Economic Development Board will meet at 12:00 noon in the Activity Room at the Senior Center. June 15 - Stevens County Library will host “Zumba with Miss Shelby” at the Hugoton Recreation Center, starting at 10:00 a.m. - The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce will host their monthly luncheon. June 17 - Community Sing Along, a nondenominational worship service at the Activity Center, 624 Main in Hugoton. Supper at 6:30 p.m. - No Charge. June 19 - Happy Father’s Day! June 20 - Summer begins - Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Courthouse. - USD 210 Board of Education will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the HMS Library. June 22 - Stevens County Library summer reading program “Mad Science” starting at 10:00 a.m. in the Community Room. June 24 - Take Your Dog to Work Day
By John Schlageck, Senior Editor/Writer, Kansas Farm Bureau
Unspoken Values Think of farmers and ranchers and this old, often forgotten tribute comes to mind. It fits farmers like seed in the soil or ranchers like a new-born calf takes to its mother’s udder. A man’s greatest possession is his dignity and no calling bestows this more abundantly than farming. Hard work and honest sweat are the building blocks of a person’s character. I’ve often heard friends, neighbors and family – my dad for one – quote bits and pieces of it. I’ve heard others refer to it at meetings, in church, at a sale barn, funerals and many other places where rural people live, work and congregate. It exemplifies the farm and ranch vocation. Farming and ranching, despite its hardships and disappointments, is the most honest and honorable way a man or woman can spend days on this earth. The vocation of agriculture nurtures the close family ties that make life rich in ways money can’t buy. Children who are raised on a farm or ranch earn values that last a lifetime. Farming and ranching provides education for life and no other occupation teaches so much about birth, growth and maturity in such a variety of ways.
Without question, many of the best things in life are free – the splendor of a sunrise, the rapture of wide open spaces, the exhilarating sight of the landscape greening each spring – true happiness comes from watching crops ripen in the field, watching children grow tall in the sun, seeing your whole family feel the pride that springs from their shared experience living, working and harvesting from the land. Farmers and ranchers believe that through their shared vocation they are giving more to the world than they are taking from it – an honor and privilege that does not come to all men or women. Agricultural producers believe their lives will be measured ultimately by what they have done for their fellow men and women and by this standard, fear no judgment. They believe when they grow old and sum up their days, they will stand tall and feel pride in the life they’ve lived. Farmers and ranchers believe in their vocation because it makes all of this possible. 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.
- Community Sing Along, a nondenominational worship service at the Activity Center, 624 Main in Hugoton. Supper at 6:30 p.m. - No Charge. June 29 - Stevens County Library will present a program about “Fireworks Safety” with Rodney Kelling starting at 10:00 a.m. in their Community Room. June 30 - Social Media Day - be sure to “like” The Hermes on Facebook at facebook.com/thehugoton hermes. July 1 - International Joke Day July 4 - Happy Independence Day! - Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce will host Hugoton’s annual Park Day. Call Director Alisha Owens for more information at 620-5444305. July 5 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Courthouse. - Stevens County Hospital Board will meet at 5:30 p.m. in the Hospital’s Community Room. - Hugoton Airport Board will meet at 7:00 p.m. at the airport. July 8 - Cow Appreciation Day July 11 - Hugoton City Council will meet at 5:15 p.m. July 12 - Stevens County Economic Development Board will meet at 12:00 noon in the Activity Room at the Senior Center. July 13 - Embrace Your Geekness Day - Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce Board will meet at 12:00 noon. July 18 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Courthouse. July 20 - The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce will host their monthly luncheon. August 1 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Courthouse. - Stevens County Hospital Board will meet at 5:30 p.m. in the Pioneer Manor Conference Room. August 2 - Hugoton Airport Board will meet at 7:00 p.m. at the airport.
Hugoton Municipal Court APRIL 2016 Castenada, Antonio, Dog at Large $135.50 Tinoco, Aleida, Dog at Large $135.50 Maravilla, Ricardo, Loud Music $110.50 Villalobos, Edy, No Driver’s License $160.50 2 Days Jail, Suspended Villalobos, Edy, No Tail Lamp $45.00 Honaker, Gene L., Illegal Tag $110.50 Honaker, Gene L., No Proof of Insurance #2 $800.00 Pena, Osvaldo, Stop Sign Violation $135.50 Wood, Sadie, Dog at Large $110.50 Elliott, Robert, Transfer of Pit Bull $160.50 Stewart, Lacey L., Stop Sign Violation $135.50 Avila, Melissa, Stop Sign Violation $135.50 Burrows, Jonathon A., Dog at Large $110.50 Burrows, Jonathon A., Untagged Dog $25.00 Burrows, Jonathon A., Abandoned Dog $365.00 Served 7 Days Jail Castaneda, Antonio, Dog at Large $110.50
Julia Faye Shank Friends and family gathered Tuesday afternoon to remember and honor Julia Faye Shank. Mrs. Shank passed from this life Thursday, May 5, 2016 at Stevens County Hospital in Hugoton. She was 87.
She was born August 4, 1928 in Hugoton, the daughter of Irvin Beavers and the former Nina Grace Grossman. She was a lifetime resident of Hugoton. November 19, 1946, Julia and Henry Shank were married at Hutchinson. Mrs. Shank attended First Church of God in Hugoton. Julia loved and enjoyed her family. She loved to go camping, to sew, crochet, and to play instruments, including the piano, guitar, dulcimer and autoharp. She made afghans for each one of her grandchildren. Survivors include her three sons, Randy Shank of
Colorado Springs, Co., LaMont and wife Cyndi Shank of Sedalia, Mo., Stacy and wife Velvet Shank of Zebulon, N.C.; four daughters, Glenda Shank of Hugoton, LeNelda George and husband DeLari of Turpin, Ok., Jenita Hisle and husband of Lake Charles, La. and Daira Brower and husband Rex of Hugoton; her brother Bernerd Beavers of Palestine, Tx.; 16 grandchildren; 39 great grandchildren; 15 great great grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. Julia Faye was preceded in death by her parents; husband; son Reggie Shank; grandson Wayne Hawkins; great grandson Johnathan Hawkins; her four sisters, Iona Ruth Polster, Estella Hodges, Freeda Taylor and Naomi Mitchell; and two brothers, Claude and Paul Eldon Beavers. Funeral services were attended Tuesday afternoon, May 10 at the First Church of God in Hugoton. Burial followed at Hugoton Cemetery with Pastor Pam Peachey presiding. A memorial has been established for First Church of God of Hugoton. Memorials may be mailed to Paul’s-Robson Funeral Home, PO Box 236, Hugoton, Ks. 67951.
Geraldine Brier Death has claimed the life of Geraldine Brier. Mrs. Brier passed away Thursday, May 5, 2016 at Wheatridge Park Care Center in Liberal. She was 95. She was born July 27, 1920 at Camden, Mo., the daughter of David Thomas and the former Opal Baty. June 17, 1941 she married Charles Brier at Hooker, Ok. He preceded her in death November 30, 2001. Geraldine and Charles lived in Chicago for five years before returning to Seward County where they farmed in the Woods community. She and her husband were custom cutters for more than 40 years, harvesting from Texas to Northern Montana until their retirement in 1991. She loved to play Bridge and always had a contagious smile. Mrs. Brier was a long time member of the First Christian Church in Liberal. Survivors include her sister-in-law Josepine
Hollingsworth of Liberal; five nephews, Ed Brier of Liberal, Bill Brier of Wichita, Tom McAmis of Liberal, Ron McAmis of Overland Park and Scot Hollingsworth of Plant City, Fl.; two nieces, Peggy Thomas of Weatherford, Tx. and Judy Grojean of San Antonio, Tx.; and their families. Geraldine was also preceded in death by her parents; brother Jesse L Thomas; and sister Christina Yunker Ruby and husband Thomas. Funeral services were attended Tuesday morning, May 10 at First Christian Church with Pastor Terry Ford officiating. Burial followed at the Liberal City Cemetery. The family suggests memorials to either the First Christian Church or Angels for Animals in care of Miller Mortuary. Friends may send condolences to the family through Geri's tribute Web page at www.millermortuary.net.
HUGOTON POLICE REPORT Business Hours, Call 544-4959 After Hours, Call 544-2020 Monday, May 2, 2016 • Dog at Large, 900 Block of West City Limits, Returned to owner, ACO Smith/Officer Crane • Vehicle Unlock, 400 Block of South Madison, Citizen Assist, Officer Crane Tuesday, May 3, 2016 • Dog at Large, Returned to Owner, Officer Hagman Wednesday, May 4, 2016 • Medical Assist, Seventh and Main, Public Service, Sergeant Johnson • Vehicle Unlock, 800 Block of East Eleventh, Citizen Assist, Officer Fedelin Thursday, May 5, 2016 • Vehicle Unlock, 500 Block of South Main, Citizen Assist, Sergeant Johnson • Theft, 500 Block of West Tenth, Took Report, Officer Lamatsch • Loud Dog Complaint, 300 Block of West Fifth, No Answer at the Door, Officer Hale Friday, May 6, 2016 • Dog at Large, First and Madison, Unable to Locate, Officer Crane • Dog at Large, Returned to Owner, Officer Hagman • Vehicle Unlock, 100 Block of West Eleventh, Citizen Assist, Officer Hagman Saturday, May 7, 2016 • Vandalism, 500 Block of South Van Buren, Officer Crane • Domestic Arguing, 700 Block of South Monroe, Advised to Keep It Down, Officer Crane
Sunday, May 8, 2016 • Vehicle Unlock, 700 Block of South Monroe, Citizen Assist, Officer Crane • Injury Accident, Eleventh and Washington, Took Report, Officer Hagman/Officer Crane
Stevens County Fire Department and Ambulance Report Stevens County Emergency Services run activity May 2 through May 8. Fire Department Monday, May 2, 5:56 pm – dispatched to Liniger and High School Road in Moscow for a motor vehicle accident. Ambulance Activity Four medical runs, one motor vehicle accident, two Life Flights and two transfers.
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Grandma Janet sees two grandkids receive degrees Saturday, May 7, 2016 was a very special day for proud grandma Janet Sut-
Hugoton Middle School eighth grade Students of the Month for April are Mikayla Martin and Drake Knier. Seventh grade students are
Joseph Sanchez and Molly McClure. Photo courtesy of Morey Mecklenburg.
ton! Two of her grandchildren received their degrees from Seward County Community College Saturday. Josie Mueller, daughter of Rod and Debbie Mueller, earned her associate’s in Applied Science in respiratory therapy. Yates Sutton, son of Todd and Anita Sutton, now has his associates in Arts. Yates also signed with Washburn University, a NCAA Division II member and four year instutution, to play baseball. Congratulations Josie and Yates - and Grandma Janet!
Josie Mueller
Yates Sutton
Bottled water not necessarily safer
The outline of the Gambles sign is barely visible after the siding was removed from the current home of Lynnie’s Nest at 614 S. Main Street in
downtown Hugoton. Raymond Moore owned Gambles until the 1960s.
Many people opt for bottled water hoping to avoid the potential pathogens lurking inside of regular tap water. But consuming bottled water contributes to the ever-growing problem of discarded plastic bottles and other waste, and you may not be getting what you think when choosing bottled water over tap water. The National Resources Defense Council says sales of bottled water have tripled in the past ten years to around $4 billion per year, fueled largely on the premise bottled water comes from crystal-clean springs or untouched glaciers. According to U.S. government estimates and
industry experts, as much as 40 percent of bottled water is derived from tap water. The NRDC says even one brand of “spring water” was found to come from a well in an industrial facility’s parking lot near a hazardous waste dump. Also, many bottled waters are exempt from the Food and Drug Administration’s bottled water standards because the FDA says its rules do not apply to water packaged and sold within the same state. When waters are covered and tested, they may be subject to weaker regulations than regular tap water. What’s more, even if bottled water is
thoroughly filtered, data suggests plastic bottles could be putting your health at risk. According to the organization Ban the Bottle, water contained in polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles can absorb chemicals from the plastic the longer the water is in storage. These include a chemical called antimony, a white metallic element that in small doses can cause nausea, dizziness and depression. In large doses, antimony can be fatal. Bottled water sitting in a hot area can leach the chemicals even faster. Submitted by Metro Editorial Services.
Consumer Alert From the
Kansas Insurance Department & Kansas Insurance Commissioner Ken Selzer Distracted driving can be costly A wise teacher once said, “When you are multitasking in class, you are doing at least two things badly.” “Those words also ring true for distracted driving on
Kansas highways,” said Ken Selzer, CPA, Kansas Commissioner of Insurance. “Besides being a safety hazard for yourself and other drivers, distracted driving offenses could factor into your vehicle insurance premiums.” Commissioner Selzer made the statement in acknowledgment of April as National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Distracted driving is any activity that could divert a person’s attention away from driving. The activity list includes texting; using a cell phone; eating and drinking; talking to passengers; grooming; reading, including maps; using a navigation system;
watching a video; and adjusting a radio or other electronic device. Because text messaging requires visual, manual and cognitive attention from the driver, it could be considered the most alarming distraction, Commissioner Selzer said. And, in Kansas, it is illegal. A fine and possibly a red flag on your policy when your insurance is up for renewal are consequences of receiving a citation for texting and driving. Statistics from the Kansas Department of Transportation Web site show drivers in the ages 14- to 19- and 20- to 24-year-old groups have more instances of distracted
driving when using electronic devices, such as texting on smartphones, than other age groups. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said more than 3,100 people were killed and 424,000 people were injured in 2013 in vehicle crashes involving distracted drivers. “Distracted driving can be risky, it can be costly, and, unfortunately, it can be deadly,” Commissioner Selzer said. “I urge everyone to be proactive in keeping your driving distractions under control, especially when using electronic devices.”
May 23-26
Hospital Board
For more information, call 620-544-2715
Continued from page 1 left Stevens County relatively unmarked. Dr. Sam said they've seen approximately ten or 20 cases of flu-like symptoms in contrast to the usual 500, but the clinic is still doing well. He reported the hospital is about average. Pat Hall inquired about Saturday clinic during Dr. Sam's report, and was informed Saturdays stay busy throughout the month. Due to the availability of Saturday clinic, the ER sees fewer patients who complain of non-urgent symptoms like sore throats. Dr. Sam affirmed his fervent approval of Saturday clinic. Chairman Kirk Heger had nothing to report. Jennifer Featherston was next with the long-term care report. She said the Manor currently has 72 residents. She and Linda Stalcup recently attended a conference in Wichita that emphasized resident-centered care. The conference has prompted them to work toward revamping their fall program and education and servicing with those principles in mind. Jennifer confirmed the Manor staff has spoken with several interested admits, but Pioneer Manor will not be accepting patients with pending Medicaid status for the foreseeable future. The backlog of Medicaid applications at Topeka is extremely significant, with over 7000 patients currently awaiting approval. Linda lamented the agency's move from Liberal, noting the decision to accept pending
Medicaid patients was as easy as placing a phone call. Now most nursing homes flatly refuse to accept pending Medicaid patients. She went on to predict Medicaid approval for long-term care will be harder and harder. The board then discussed the fact that there are more nursing homes in the United States than McDonald's. Most small towns won't have a hospital, but they do have a nursing home. Garden City is reportedly in the process of building a large home. Pat then expressed his appreciation for the Manor doing most of its staffing in-house rather than using agency nurses. Linda and Jennifer agreed the relationship between residents and nurses is crucial, so each party feels comfortable with the other. Linda Stalcup then presented the CEO's report, beginning with the prediction the state survey will begin soon. Fifteen months have passed since the last survey, and that is the longest the state will allow between surveys. Linda passed out a "severity and scope" grid to the board members to illuminate the degree of any deficiencies Pioneer Manor may receive. Severity refers to the effects of deficiencies on residents, ranging from "no actual harm" to "minimum discomfort" all the way to "immediate jeopardy". Most of the Manor's past deficiencies have fallen in the "no actual harm" or "minimum discomfort" categories. Scope refers
to the number of residents affected, from "isolated" to "widespread". Linda then turned to a new issue - the Kansas Hospital Association predicts losses of over $50,000 in payments for 2016. Critical Access Hospital, or CAH, status is crucial for many rural hospitals. Stevens County Hospital is a CAH facility. Legislation to eliminate CAH status has been discussed, but Linda and the KHA - share the opinion that nothing will be confirmed in an election year. During discussion about the elimination of CAH status, hospital personnel at the meeting agreed the outcry from rural communities about their particular hospital closing would outweigh the benefits of eliminating CAH. If the legislation passed, most CAH in Kansas would close within six months, mainly due to the loss of over $2.5 million in every hospital from 20162025. While the legislation has little chance of being passed, Linda pressed that the issue was critical to consider in the hospital's strategic planning. CAH status is a federal, Medicare program and was instated in 2000 to save rural hospitals. It represents a tiny portion of Medicare as a whole, and would hurt politicians' constituencies too much for any legislator to put their name on such a law. Requirements for CAH status include number of beds,
distance from nearest hospital, an under-served population and an ER with doctors on call at all times. Kansas currently boasts the most critical access hospitals of any states with 83 throughout 105 counties. Chief Financial Officer Dave Piper presented the board with the March financials, remarking the hospital had another good month. His first look at the April financials confirmed another positive month. Stevens County collected more this year as opposed to 2015, most accounts are current, and the allowance for "uncollectibles" has dropped. Self-pay patients remain significantly higher in Stevens County than average, but the percentage is still lower than its highest level. Average self-pay patients range about 12-13 percent, while SCH's self-pay stands at 19-20 percent. In accounts payable, the hospital is blessed with dedicated personnel who work very hard to find the best deals on necessary materials. To get an idea of the "big picture" so far in 2016, Dave informed the board the hospital is through about 25% of the year and has spent only 22% of the budget, while bringing in 30% of the budget. He then distributed copies of the budget to the board. The hospital board will meet at 5:30 p.m. Monday, June 6 at Pioneer Manor.
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PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, April 28, 2016) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS CIVIL DEPARTMENT U.S. Bank National Association Plaintiff,
Stevens County, Kansas, praying to foreclose a real estate mortgage on the following described real estate: SURFACE AND SURFACE RIGHTS ONLY, in and to: Lots Four (4), Five (5) and Six (6) in Block Nineteen (19), City of Hugoton, Kansas, according to the duly filed and recorded Plat thereof
vs. ALSO DESCRIBED AS: John Doe (Tenant/Occupant); Mary Doe (Tenant/Occupant); Unknown Spouse, if any, of Lois J. A. Patterson; Unknown Heirs of Lois J.A. Patterson, Deceased; Louis Patterson; Don Patterson; Ted Abrams; Helen Joyce Woodcock-Abrams;, Defendants. Case No. 16CV5 Court Number: Pursuant to K.S.A. Chapter 60 NOTICE OF SUIT THE STATE OF KANSAS, to the abovenamed defendants 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 that are existing, dissolved or dormant corporations; the unknown executors, administrators, devisees, trustees, creditors, successors and assigns of any defendants that are or were partners or in partnership; the unknown guardians, conservators and trustees of any defendants that are minors or are under any legal disability; and the unknown heirs, executors, administrators, devisees, trustees, creditors and assigns of any person alleged to be deceased, and all other persons who are or may be concerned. You are notified that a Petition has been filed in the District Court of
SURFACE AND SURFACE RIGHTS ONLY, in and to: Lots Four (4), Five (5) and Six (6) in Block Nineteen (19), City of Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, according to the duly filed and recorded Plat thereof, commonly known as 209 South Adams Street, Hugoton, KS 67951 (the “Property”) and all those defendants who have not otherwise been served are required to plead to the Petition on or before the 8th day of June, 2016, in the District Court of Stevens County,Kansas. If you fail to plead, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the Petition. NOTICE Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Prepared By: SouthLaw, P.C. Blair T. Gisi (KS #24096) 245 N. Waco, Suite 410 Wichita, KS 67202 (316) 684-7733 (316) 684-7766 (Fax) Attorneys for Plaintiff (182137)
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Schools around Kansas will soon finish the spring semester, and that means young drivers will be on the roads more, traveling to jobs, social events and recreational activities. Unfortunately, more teenage motor vehicle fatalities happen in summer than any other time of year. While teen driving statistics are troubling, research shows teens whose parents set rules are half as likely to get in an accident. The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC), of which the Kansas Insurance Department is a member, has compiled tips for parents and teens to make driving safer and more economical this summer. Setting Expectations Distracted driving, especially texting and driving; speeding; and drug/alcohol use are major contributors to teen-related vehicle crashes. One way to help your teens become safer drivers is to talk openly about your expecta-
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tions when they are behind the wheel. Here are some discussion items. • Set a driving curfew. More than 40 percent of teen auto deaths occur between 9:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. • Put a limit on the number of passengers allowed in your teen’s car. For teenagers, the relative risk of a fatal crash increases as the number of passengers increases. • Make the smartphone off limits while driving. Talking or texting can double the likelihood of an accident. • Encourage your teen to exercise his or her rights as a passenger. Only 44 percent of teens say they would speak up if someone were driving in a way that scared them. Keeping Costs Down Parents know, too, that vehicle insurance for teenagers is expensive. That’s why it pays to follow some useful advice from insurance experts in making sure you can keep
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premium costs as low as possible. Here are some of them. • Encourage teen drivers to keep their driving records free of accidents and moving violations for at least three years. Many companies grant discounts to “safe drivers.” • Enroll new drivers in defensive driving courses. Some companies offer discounts for completion. • Some companies may offer driver awareness programs, either online or with a smartphone app for young drivers. Ask your insurance agent or company if there is a discount for using these programs. • Encourage teen drivers to keep their grades up. Many insurance companies offer discounts or preferred rates for teens at particular Grade Point Average levels. • Ask your insurance company about an “accident forgiveness” clause that guarantees premiums will not increase after one minor accident. • Consider a higher deductible and only allowing the teen to drive the family’s oldest, least expensive car. The type of vehicle also will affect the policy premium. SUVs, convertibles and performance vehicles typically cost more to insure than other cars. While education and preparation can help, accidents still happen. If you or your teen are involved in one, make sure you know what
steps to take to stay safe and protect your identity when exchanging information for a claim. The NAIC’s free WreckCheck app for smartphones guides users through what to do - and not do - after an accident. It helps drivers collect necessary information on the spot, then immediately emails a report to your home and your insurance agent. For more teen driving tips and resources, check our Kansas Insurance Department’s booklet “Auto Insurance and Shopper’s Guide,” which you can print from our Web site, www.ksinsurance. org. Also, check out our YouTube video “Teens and Safe Driving.” Staying safe on the road just makes good sense. The Kansas Insurance Department, established in 1871, assists and educates consumers, regulates and reviews companies, and licenses agents selling insurance products in the state. More about the department is online at www.ksinsurance.org or at www.facebook.com/kansas insurancedepartment.
Second grader Morgan Nabus of Junction City was so inspired by farming he watched in his community, he captured a photograph of a farmer working on an implement. Morgan’s photo received first place in its category last year in the Happy Birthday, Kansas! photo contest. He won an iPad for his work. Morgan’s was one of approximately 250 contest entries and he was one of 24 students to receive awards. For the third year, students will have the opportunity to photograph activities that inspire them and enter that work in the Happy Birthday, Kansas! photo contest. This year’s theme is Making a Difference in Your Kansas Community. L. W. Halbe was an early twentieth century student who made a similar impact in his community. With a small box camera, the 15-year-old captured photos of Dorrance
and left a remarkable pictorial history, which is preserved at the Kansas Historical Society. Today’s young photographers are encouraged to make similar contributions to provide a permanent record of the activities they find important. The contest, for first through twelfth grade students, will be August 1 through November 1, 2016. Winners will be announced as part of the state’s 156th birthday commemoration at the Kansas State Capitol January 27, 2017. Twelve first place and 12 second place prizes will be awarded. First place prizes are iPads; second place prizes are Kindles. For more information and a complete list of contest rules, visit happybirthdayks.org. The contest is sponsored by the Kansas legislative spouses in conjunction with the Kansas Historical Society. Submitted by the Kansas Historical Society.
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ASSEMBLY OF GOD Main and Second Street 544-2773 Ben Coats, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:45 a.m. Life Groups Sunday Nights - 6:00 p.m. Inside Out Kids Wed. - 6:30 p.m. Student Ministry @ The Turnaround Wed. 7:00 p.m.
BETHEL FRIENDS CHURCH 11th & Jefferson - 544-8517 Roy Bogan, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Service - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Evening Ministries - 6:30 p.m. (Children, Youth, & Adult)
CHURCH OF CHRIST 1045 S. Van Buren Church: 544-2825 Home: 453-0965 Lee Rottman 1041 S. Van Buren Wednesday - 7:00 p.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Evening Service - 6:00 p.m.
CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS 520 E. First 544-2125 Sacrament - 9:00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Priesthood - 11:00 a.m.
CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 500 S. Van Buren 544-2493 Pastor Dave Piper Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:45 a.m. Evening Services - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.
FAITH CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST Tenth and Jefferson Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Bible Band (Tuesday) - 6:00 p.m. Home and Forn. Miss. (Friday) - 6:00 p.m. Youth - 6:00 p.m. Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.
FAITH LUTHERAN Tenth and Adams 544-2092 Kurt Hering, Pastor Morning Worship - 9:00 a.m.
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 600 S. Van Buren - 544-2715 Pastor Heath Kelley Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Fellowship - 10:15 - 10:30 a.m. Worship Hour - 10:30 - 12:00 Children's Church, 10:30 a.m. Jr. High Youth Group, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Sr. High Youth Group, 7:45-9:00 p.m. Information on small groups call 544-2715
FIRST CHURCH OF GOD 801 W. City Limits 544-2652 Israel Franco, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Evening Service - 6:30 p.m. Call 544-2652 for Church Bus
TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH 544-2355 516 N.E. Avenue Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Worship Service - 10:45 a.m. Rev. Larry Bradford, Interim Pastor 544-9492 or 598-2400 YOU ARE WELCOME!
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 828 S. Main Hugoton 544-8715 Reverend Rebecca Davison, Pastor Wednesday Praise! Kids - 3:45 p.m. Wednesday Jr. High Youth Fellowship - 5:30 p.m. Wednesday Sr. High Youth Fellowship - 7:00 p.m. Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. HugotonUMC.com
HUGOTON BAPTIST CHURCH Eighth and Main 544-2210 506 East Eighth - 544-2295 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 6:30 p.m.
LONE STAR FRIENDS CHURCH 14 Miles East of Hugoton on Highway 51 Church 624-3784 Home 624-3104 Pastor Gary Damron Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Blended Worship Celebration - 10:45 a.m. Jr. High & Sr. High Youth Group - Sunday 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Evening Adult Study - 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wednesday - 8:00 p.m. Christian Life Club (age 2 - 18) - 6:30 p.m.
MY FATHER’S HOUSE A Full Gospel Church 207 East 6th - Hugoton Pam Peachey, Pastor 544-2436 Services Sundays 10:30 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.
MOSCOW MOSCOW BAPTIST CHURCH 598-2455 Church 1 mile S. of Moscow, 1/2 mile E. of Moscow/Hooker Rd. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 p.m. Team Kids (Wed.) - 3:30-5:00p.m. Sept.-May Pastor Sean Schraeder
MOSCOW UNITED METHODIST 598-2426 Tim McCrary, Pastor 598-2421 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Kid’s Club - Wednesday 3:30 p.m. UMYF Jr. High - 6:00 p.m. UMYF Sr. High - 5:00 p.m.
PRIMERO BAUTISTA IGLESIA HISPANO Congregación 618 Main sur - Hugoton 620-370-1003 Pastor Marcelino Auila Servicio de la Iglesia 11:00 a.m. - Domingo 7:00 p.m. - Miércoles
RIVER OF LIFE CHURCH (formerly Lighthouse Fellowship) 424 S. Jackson 544-4828 Don Quattlebum, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Sunday Church - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday - 7:00 p.m.
SOVEREIGN REDEEMER CHURCH Pastor - Eric Mason Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. Coffee/Fellowship - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. 620-544-6386 www.sovereignredeemerchurch.org
ST. HELEN CATHOLIC CHURCH 1011 South Jefferson Street 544-2551 Sunday - 11:00 a.m. English Mass - 1:00 p.m. - Spanish Mass
ROLLA EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH 202 Monroe St. - Rolla, Ks. 67954 Henry McGuire, Pastor 593-4693 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening, AWANA’s - 6:45 p.m.
ROLLA PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH Corner of Third and Adams, Rolla Marcus Light, Pastor Church - 593-4626, Parsonage - 593-4796 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Worship - 11:00 a.m. Wednesday night meal - 6:00 p.m.
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ROLLA - RICHFIELD 593-4596 or 593-4781 Buzz Lambrecht, Pastor Rolla Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Youth Groups - 5:00 p.m. Richfield Morning Worship - 9:15 a.m. Sunday School - 10:30 a.m.
Millions around the US gather Thursday, May 5 at 12:00 noon to offer their support to pray for America during the 2016 National Day of
Prayer. Stevens County Ministerial Association organized the local event and encourages all residents to attend next year.
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Area residents meet in front of the Stevens County Courthouse Thursday, May 5 to offer a prayer for America during National Day of Prayer last week.
Christianity among earth’s most popular religions
In addition to being the most widely practiced of the world religions, with some 2.4 billion adherents, Christianity also is one of the most influential religions in history. More than 2,000 years ago, Christianity began as a small sect of Judaism in ancient Israel and areas primarily known today as the Middle East. The crux of the religion is the teachings and the miracles exemplified through Jesus Christ. “Christ” means “the anointed one” and is not Jesus’ last name. He was born of God the Father and sent down from heaven to fulfill the Old Testament laws and prophecies. Many people were easily swept up by Jesus thanks to his charisma and peaceable nature and
message. Christianity teaches that people were changed and relieved of sin by Jesus and through the power of the Holy Spirit. In Christianity, God sees people as being worthy and made whole more so by their faith in what Christ did on the cross than by any individual efforts or works. Through the years, Christianity has weathered schisms, and now there are many different denominations, each with their own specific beliefs. The Roman Catholic Church, Eastern Orthodox Church and Protestant Church comprise the three largest branches of Christianity. Submitted by Metro Editorial Services.
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What’s Happening with Hugoton Students? HES fourth graders donate $600 in groceries to Project Hope
Hugoton Elementary fourth grade students, their teachers and Project Hope representative Debbie Nordling gather outside the building after shopping for $600 worth of groceries at White’s Foodliner, then trekking - on foot - the few blocks down to Project Hope’s location, and sorting ALL that food to fill the shelves.
One morning of hard work represented a whole year of serving their fellow schoolmates, their school, their teachers and the community. It’s such a worthy project and a great lesson for Hugoton’s young people!
Fourth graders at Hugoton Elementary made a very special trip to White’s Foodliner Wednesday, May 4. The group was using the money they had raised at their school store throughout the year to purchase $600 worth of groceries to donate to Project Hope. In pairs, the kids selected the items on their grocery lists and within their budget. They spied out deals on various pantry staples, and even baby food and diapers. This project is an incredibly worthy endeavor to teach the imof community portance service, no matter your age!
Fourth grade students locate their items.
HHS senior Abigail Crawford accepts the Dale M. Dennis Excellence in Education Award from HHS principal John Girodat.
Abby wins award Abigail Crawford, a senior at Hugoton High School, has received the Dale M. Dennis Excellence in Education Award, sponsored by United School Administrators of Kansas. John Girodat, Hugoton High School principal, announced Wednesday, May 2 Abigail Crawford has demonstrated the characteristics necessary to receive this annual award given in honor of a distinguished Kansas educational leader. Recipients of this award are identified from their schools and across the state as individuals who have displayed the citizenship, community and schools serv-
ice, scholarship and strong self-awareness that make them a quality individual. The Dale M. Dennis Excellence in Education Award was established in 1996 by Kansas school administrators to honor the long and valuable service Dale M. Dennis, Deputy Commissioner of the Kansas State Department of Education, has provided to the students and educators of Kansas. The individual attributes which characterize Dale M. Dennis as a friend of education, and more importantly as a first class citizen, are the basis for determining the recipient of this award. Congratulations, Abigail!
Fourth graders swarm the aisles of White’s.
Students unload all their sacks at Project Hope. The food donations above are on their way to fill the shelves shown below.
White’s employees help the kids check out.
Students hunt for the best deals on green beans.
A long walk back to the school was the perfect way to end the fourth graders’ field trip to the grocery store and Project Hope. Fourth grade class members are so excited to help out their community!
The fourth grade was certainly busy last week! Here, they plant a few new trees on the school grounds with members of the Hugoton Lions Club in honor of Arbor Day.
HLA Director Jan Kilbourne congratulates recent Hugoton Learning Academy graduate Mary Reimer as she receives her high school diploma.
Tina Dyck is all smiles after earning her high school diploma at Hugoton Learning Academy. The prestigious honor is bestowed by a very proud HLA Director Jan Kilbourne.
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Rosy Morin accepts her high school diploma from Hugoton Learning Academy Director Jan Kilbourne.
Hugoton Learning Academy Director Jan Kilbourne is proud to present HLA grad Annie Wiebe with her high school diploma.
at 10:00 a.m. in the West Gym Hugoton Learning Academy Graduation is Sunday, May 15 at 3:00 p.m. in the Hugoton Middle School Auditorium
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The Lakin Broncs traveled to Hugoton Monday, May 2 for an afternoon doubleheader. The Broncs outscored the Eagles and held their host to a scoreless game. Colby Korf pitched six innings and struck out seven Lakin Broncs. However, that
was not good enough as the Eagles’ offense just did not show up during the first game. The Broncs scored in the first inning and didn’t look back as the game progressed through the seven innings of play. The score at the end of the first inning was 2-0 in
favor of Lakin. During the third inning, the Broncs added one more run to the scoreboard. Hugoton was not able to score during the inning as they were put down in order. Paden Cornelsen was the
only Eagle to get a hit as he went two for three during the game. The Lakin Broncs added three more runs before the end of the contest. The final score was 6-0 in favor of the Broncs.
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Nathan Leininger pitches against the Lakin Broncs Monday, May 2 while Zack Leininger keeps an eye on the infield from third base.
Broncs sweep Eagles The Lakin Broncs ran away from the Eagles in the second game of the doubleheader Monday, May 2. This was after the Broncs had shut out the Eagles during the first game of the day. Thirteen was a lucky number for Lakin during the top of the first inning. That is how many runs they scored during the opening inning of the game. Hugoton had a tough hill to climb if they were going to get back in the game. The Eagles were only able to get three hits for the entire
game. However, Lakin had six hits, to go along with their 16 runs. Bustillos, Frederick and Greiner each had one hit apiece. The game was called after only three innings of play. Hugoton had lost the second game of the afternoon by fifteen runs. The final score was 16-1 in favor of the Lakin Broncs. The next game for Hugoton will be at Holcomb Thursday, May 12. The starting time for the first game is at 2:00 p.m.
Garrett Hamlin is ready to swing away as Lakin’s pitcher hurls the ball toward the plate.
Sarah Johnson hands the baton off to Victoria Duran during the girls’ 4x800 meter relay at Lakin Friday, May 6. Hugoton took first in the race, with a time of 10:58.59. Hugoton’s track team will travel to Colby Thursday, May 12 for GWAC League competition. Photo courtesy of Greg O’Loughlin.
Sports Schedule Thursday, May 12 - High School V golf, GWAC League at Scott City, 3:00 p.m. - High School track, GWAC League at Colby, 3:00 p.m. Monday, May 16 - High School 4A Division II Regional baseball, TBA - High School 4A Division II Regional softball, TBA - High School 4A Division II Regional golf, TBA Tuesday, May 17-19 - High School 4A Division II
Regional baseball, TBA - High School 4A Division II Regional softball, TBA Thursday, May 19 - Spring Sports Banquet, HS Cafeteria, 6:30 p.m. Friday, May 20 - High School 4A Division II Regional track, TBA Monday, May 23 - High School 4A State golf Thursday, May 27-28 - High School 4A State track at Cessna Stadium in Wichita
Paden Cornelsen takes a mighty swing against the Lakin Broncs’ baseball team.
Zack Leininger keeps his eye on the baseball to try for a hit against the Broncs Monday.
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Tucker Martin sprints toward first base after getting a hit against a tough Lakin pitcher Monday afternoon. The Eagles will next play at Holcomb Thursday, May 12 starting at 2:00 p.m.
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Tracksters compete at Lakin
Tony Kinser wins first in the high jump with a leap of 6’6” during competition at Lakin
Friday. Photo courtesy of Greg O’Loughlin.
Reed Rome and Issac Castro help their relay team to a second place finish at Lakin in the 4x800 meter relay. Photo courtesy of Greg O’Loughlin.
Hugoton High School’s track team headed to Lakin High School Friday afternoon May 6 for the Lakin Invitational. Highlights for the meet included a first place finish for high jumper Tony Kinser, with his 6’6” leap, and a first place from Reed Rome in the two-mile run, with a time of 10:27.66. For the girls’ team, Dallie Hoskinson brought home a gold medal for her 15’9” long jump, and the girls’ 4x800 meter relay team won first, finishing 3200 meters in 10:58.59. Relay team members include Sarah Johnson, Victoria Duran, Abby Heger and Katy Heger. The track team will compete at the GWAC League meet Thursday, May 12 at Colby. Boys’ Results Varsity 100 Meter Dash 5 Wade Heger 11.54 Jr Varsity 100 Meter Dash 2 Ben Cabrera 12.48 3 Salvador Gomez 12.49 4 Issac Valles 12.78 400 Meter Dash 2 Pedro Ordonez 51.75 3 Mitchell Hamlin 51.80 800 Meter Dash 7 Edgar Avalos 2:10.56 8 Zack Littell 2:11.40 1600 Meter Run 4 Abraham Garcia 4:57.44 6 Ethan Fox 5:11.62 3200 Meter Run 10:27.66 1 Reed Rome 3 Miguel Martinez 10:41.57
4 Abraham Garcia 10:49.99 4x100 Meter Relay 2 Carlos Tinoco, Mitchell Hamlin, Jalen Rosales, Wade Heger 45.16 4x400 Meter Relay 3 Pedro Ordonez, Wade Heger, Dawson Kerbow, Mitchell Hamlin 3:31.77 4x800 Meter Relay 2 Issac Castro, Reed Rome, Miguel Martinez, Edgar Avalos 8:27.29 Shot Put 9 Romano Burger 31’10” Javelin 4 Dawson Kerbow 139’5” 5 Hunter Kerbow 138’1” High Jump 1 Tony Kinser 6’6” Pole Vault 9 Ethan Bogan 10’0” Long Jump 4 Mitchell Hamlin 20’3” Girls’ Results 200 Meter Dash 3 Dallie Hoskinson 28.32 400 Meter Dash 3 Dallie Hoskinson 1:05.87 800 Meter Dash
4 Victoria Duran 2:40.16 7 Katy Heger 2:45.22 1600 Meter Run 3 Sarah Johnson 6:09.69 9 Mariana Shuck 6:42.55 3200 Meter Run 2 Abby Heger 12:25.00 100 Meter Hurdles 7 Rebecca Johnson 18.27 300 Meter Hurdles 4 Rebecca Johnson 53.35 4x100 Meter Relay 5 Skyelynn Munoz, Brooklyn Harper, Keely Hittle, Dallie Hoskinson 54.08 4x800 Meter Relay 1 Sarah Johnson, Victoria Duran, Abby Heger, Katy Heger 10:58.59 Javelin 8 Keely Hittle 92’8” High Jump 5 Rebecca Johnson 4’10” Pole Vault 3 Rebecca Johnson 8’0” Long Jump 1 Dallie Hoskinson 15’9” Triple Jump 7 Brooklyn Harper 31’9.25”
Skyelynn Munoz races down the track during competition Friday. Photo courtesy of Greg O’Loughlin.
Abby Heger rounds the track in her race to the finish line. Photo courtesy of Greg O’Loughlin.
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Gregg Tanner Ben Cabrera, Salvador Gomez and Issac Valles compete in the 100 meter dash at the Lakin
Wade Heger hits top speed during the Lakin Invitational Friday. Photo courtesy of Greg O’Loughlin. meet last Friday. Photo courtesy of Greg O’Loughlin.
HMS travels to Sublette for Haskell County Relays Hugoton Middle School track and field team went to Sublette for the Haskell County Junior High Relays Tuesday, May 3. Results are as follows: Boys’ Results Seventh Grade 100 Meter Dash 15 Abraham Garcia 14.33 18 Damian Mendez 14.45 20 Javier Torres 14.60 400 Meter Dash 21Jonathan Cruz 1:25.13 22Logan Goetzinger 1:29.62 23 Abraham Garcia 1:34.43 1600 Meter Run 11Daniel Sawyer 6:19.57 18Jonathan Cruz 6:53.87 20Logan Goetzinger 7:14.38 4x100 Meter Relay 7 Abraham Garcia, Damian Mendez, Edgar Rodriguez, Javier Torres 1.00.24 4x200 Meter Relay 5 Abraham Garcia, Edgar Rodriguez, Daniel Sawyer, Javier Torres 2:08.58 Shot Put 10Vicente Rubio 28’4” 14Andres Salinas 26’5” 21Brayan Caraveo 23’5” Discus 6 Andres Salinas 77’4” 17 Gerardo Rubio 65’11” 24 Sway Evans 59’7” Long Jump 23 Edgar Rodriguez 10’11.5” Triple Jump 18Damian Mendez 23’10.25” 21Logan Goetzinger 21’10” Eighth Grade 100 Meter Dash 18Caleb Swafford 13.18 21Eric DonJuan 13.37 Shot Put 13Caleb Swafford 30’5.5”
20Samuel Fabela 28’5.5” 32 David Barker 23’9.5” Discus 12David Barker 90’4” 20 Samuel Fabela 78’0” 32Conner Wells 52’0” Long Jump 18Eric DonJuan 13’5” Girls’ Results Seventh Grade 100 Meter Dash 23Melissa Gonzalez 15.91 100 Meter Hurdles 7 Shaylee Cox 20.50 15Annha Eshbaugh 23.51 4x100 Meter Relay 9 Shaylee Cox, Denisse Delgado, Melissa Gonzalez, Karina Rodriguez 1:08.35
4x200 Meter Relay 7 Shaylee Cox, Annha Eshbaugh, Melissa Gonzalez, Victoria Landa 2:31.72 Shot Put 8 Esli Lopez 23’8” 28 Crystal Lopez 16’0” Discus 17Esli Lopez 47’2” 29 Crystal Lopez 31’10” High Jump 5 Rolanda Gerber 4’4” Long Jump 23Denisse Delgado 10’7.5” 32Victoria Landa 9’6” Eighth Grade 100 Meter Dash 6 Yesica Calleja 14.44 26Shelby Brechbuhler 16.35
28 Stacy Rodriguez 16.95 1600 Meter Run 14Damaris Sanchez 8:00.67 15Elizeth Villalobos 8:03.34 4x100 Meter Relay 7 Shelby Brechbuhler, Yesica Calleja, Stacy Rodriguez, Damaris Sanchez 1:06.54 Shot Put 21Veronica Vergara 22’2.5” Discus 20Veronica Vergara 48’6” Long Jump 24Damaris Sanchez 9’8” 25Elizeth Villalobos 9’4.5”
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Stevens County EMS 1st Annual Emergency Services
“Night Out”
Join us, the EMTs and the Firefighters of Stevens County, for a night of fun and exploring!
May 17th from 4pm - 8:30pm at the City Park (Look for the firetrucks and ambulances, when parking, please be courteous not to block them in!!)
Meet your local Emergency Medical Services personnel, explore the ambulances and firetrucks, let the kids run a firefighter obstacle course, and learn all about Emergency Medical services Personnel and what they do!
In honor of National Emergency Medical Services Week, May 15-May 21, 2016 Hugoton’s JV golfers smile after an awesome performance at their home tournament Friday, May 6. Koy Shields won second, Austin Stevenson took fifth and Natan Mendoza earned eighth. Pictured are Coach Rex Evans,
Natan Mendoza, Brennon Featherston, Austin Stevenson and Jaxon Teeter in the back row. Koy Shields and Austin Ford sit in front. Photo courtesy of USD 210.
We will have cookies, lemonade and water available to snack on while you look at the Emergency Services Vehicles and let the kids play games!
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(First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, May 12, 2016) 3t ELECTION NOTICE FOR AUGUST PRIMARY June 1st at noon is the deadline for candidate filing/withdrawal, to change party affiliation and for new parties to file petitions seeking recognition for 2016. To check your voter information go to www.voteks.org or call the County Clerk’s office at 5442541.
Antique vehicles gather at the Greg Morris’ house Thursday afternoon. The beauties were spit and shined in honor of the car show they were heading toward
in Liberal Saturday, May 7. Over 300 entries were expected at the Liberal park for the event.
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PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Her3t mes, Thursday, April 28, 2016) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BARBARA ANN SHAW, DECEASED Case No. 2014PR66 NOTICE OF HEARING (Chapter 59) THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed in the above Court by Norma Jean Shaw, executor of the will and estate of Barbara Ann Shaw, deceased, praying for final settlement of the estate, for approval of her acts and proceedings as executor, for payment of court costs, attorney's fees and expenses, and also praying that the Court determine the heirs,
legatees and devisees entitled to the estate, and distribute and assign the same to such persons or entities, in accordance with the terms of decedent's will, and for further relief. You are hereby required to file your written defenses thereto on or before the 23rd day of May, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. of said day, in said Court, in the district courtroom at the county courthouse in Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition. Norma Jean Shaw, ExecutorPetitioner KRAMER, NORDLING & NORDLING, LLC 209 East Sixth Street Hugoton, Kansas 67951 (620) 544-4333 Attorneys for Petitioner
PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Her3t mes, Thursday, May 5, 2016) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Thora L. Curtis, deceased, CASE NO.13-PR-19 NOTICE OF HEARING THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that Petition for Sale of Real Estate at Public Auction has been filed in this Court by Rosella Arellano, Administrator of the Estate of Thora L. Curtis, deceased, praying the Court find it is in the best interests of the Estate that the following described real estate, situate in Stevens County, Kansas, towit:
Surface and water rights in and to the East Half of the Southeast Quarter (E/2 of SE/4) of Section Twenty-seven (27), Township Thirty-three (33) South, Range Thirty-fie (35) west of the 6th P.M. Lots One (1) and Two (2) in Block Seventy-eight (78) in the City of Hugoton Be sold at public auction and that the Administrator be authorized to pay the costs of the sale including a policy of title insurance and the expense of employing an auctioneer. You are required to file your written defenses thereto on or before May 31, 2016 at 9:30 A.M., in this District Court 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. Rosella Arellano, Administrator
Surface and water rights in and to the Northeast Quarter (NE/4) of Section Thirty-four (34), Township Thirty-three (33) South, Range Thirty-five (35) West of the 6th P.M.
James A. Kuharic, #08952 Brollier, Wolf & Kuharic Box 39, Hugoton, KS 67951 (620) 544-8555 Attorney for Administrator
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Jaw-dropping antique cars make a pit stop at Greg Morris’ house in Hugoton last Thursday as they headed to the big car show in Liberal.
Hugoton CONGRATULATIONS SENIOR CLASS OF 2016!! You have worked long and hard to make it to this moment, and here it is! Your journey is not even close to over. Make the most of it! Don’t quit now…set your goals and work towards them every day! There is no hurry, just remember, slow and steady wins the race. Work hard now and reap the rewards later. I know it seems like that day is forever away, but it will be here before you know it! Live life to the fullest and do everything your heart desires…within reason. Don’t put off for tomorrow what needs done today. Never stop learning. There is always a way and a reason to enrich your mind. Most of all wear a smile, be happy, lend a helping hand, remember where you came from, and always stay humble and kind (thank you TM).
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MARK YOUR CALENDARS for May’s Chamber Luncheon. It will take place at the Stevens County Library May 17, at 12:00 noon. LizAnn Shugart will be telling us about the upcoming Brian Lamberson Memorial Motorcycle Rally June 11. Oklahoma Smoke will cater the luncheon. Please RSVP by Monday, May 16. The Chamber is working out the planning for PARK DAY 2016! We are looking for a sponsor for the Little Miss and Little Mister Hugoton Pageant. If you are interested in having a booth to showcase your goodies, get ahold of me here at the Chamber by calling 620-544-4305! We are starting to plan for this year’s High Plains Craft Show planned for Saturday, September 10 at the Eagle RV Park. If you are interested in having a booth, let me know!
did you know? According to the United States Department of Defense, as of January 1, 2015, there were 201,400 women serving as active duty military. Nearly 69,000 of those women served in the U.S. Army, which had more women than any other branch of the U.S. military. The U.S. Air Force had the second most female members (58,500), while the Navy had the third most (57,300). The U.S. Marine Corps had the fewest female members, with just 14,100 women serving in
the Marines. Canada, where the population is roughly the equivalent of 10 percent of the overall population of the United States, boasts 10,000 female service members according to the National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces. Those figures include women serving in both the Regular and Reserve Forces and represent roughly 12 percent of Canada’s military forces. Submitted by Metro Editorial Services.
ON YOUR MARK, GET SET, READ! Summer reading signups have begun! Summer reading begins Wednesday, June 1. Registration forms are available at the library. Forms will also be available at the Hugoton Recreation Building during summer activity signups. Mark your calendars now for the special events during the kids’ summer reading program. Summer Storytime for children birth through age 12 begins Tuesday, June 7 at 10:00 a.m. and will be 30 to 45 minutes in length. Activities for ages eight and up will be Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. Summer Reading Movies will begin Friday, June 3 at 2:00 p.m. and will run every Friday until July 29. The big programs for all ages will be Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. EXERCISE YOUR MIND The adult program, Exercise Your Mind, will be much like in the past. Register to read and log each book completed for the chance for weekly prizes. Also, don’t forget to register before June 1 to be eligible for four Royals ticket vouchers! A MILLION STEPS A secondary program for all ages is called “A Million Steps”. The rules are simple. Pledge the number of steps/ miles you wish to walk per week. Select your shoe (and customize it if you wish!) Complete your weekly goal for the chance for prizes. Chart your progress on the walking track at the library. Complete 1,000,000 steps (or 50 miles) for a chance at an additional drawing. BOOK SALE Are you in the middle of spring cleaning? Are you cleaning out the house of a loved one? Are you de-stashing your collection of cookbooks? We can help!!! Each August, the SCL has a book sale of materials that have been removed from our shelves, and items that have
been donated to us to sell. Proceeds from this book sale go directly toward purchasing new items for the collection. If you would like to contribute to our book sale, now is the time to bring in materials that you would like us to help find new homes. Materials need to be in usable shape. Dust is okay, mold not so much. Cutoff for donations is the last week of July, as we want to have everything on hand when we begin the sale August 1. LIBRARY BOARD MEMBER Stevens County Library accepts applications from citizens interested in serving on the Stevens County Library Board on a continuous basis, whether or not there is a current opening. Applications are kept on file for a period of one year from date of receipt and are considered each time a position becomes available. Applicants may be contacted to discuss the responsibilities of the position and interest in serving. The Stevens County Commissioners affirm appointments based on the recommendation of the current Stevens County Library Board. To apply: 1. Contact the Stevens County Library Director at library@stevenscounty library.com or 620-544 2301 or 2. Stop by the Stevens County Library at 500 Monroe, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, or 3. Download application form from our Web site at www.stevenscounty library.com 4. Mail or deliver completed application in person to the Stevens County Library Director. LIBRARY FACEBOOK PAGE Check out the latest news on our library Facebook page! NOW ON INSTAGRAM!!! Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com /stevenscountylibrary/
Consumer Corner
by Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt
Avoid car-buying potholes Buying a car, whether new or used, is a major purchasing decision. Other than houses, cars are the largest purchases many families will ever make. Given the large amount of money on the line, our office receives many complaints when a car-buying transaction does not go as planned. You can make the road to buying a car less bumpy by following some simple rules: • Do your homework. Research your options by reviewing consumer magazines or online reviews. Learn about the vehicle’s features, fuel mileage and maintenance costs. Also research
the car’s “book value,” so you can be prepared to negotiate the price. • Know the car’s history. Especially with used cars, it is important to know about any accidents, repairs and maintenance history. Ask the dealer for a vehicle history report. • Test drive. Check the vehicle’s performance on hills, highways and in stop-and-go driving. The Internet has opened up a wide variety of tools to research and purchase vehicles. Sometimes, bargains can be found online in locating vehicles that may not be available in your local area. Unfortunately, this has also
opened up opportunities for scammers. An extra amount of caution is needed when dealing with people over the Internet. Scammers may offer a car at a price that sounds too good to be true, and then ask for a deposit to be wired to them to hold the car until you can pick it up. Unfortunately, in many cases, the car never existed – and once the money is wired, there is no way to get it back. Your safest bet is most always to work with a local, reputable dealer. However, if you do choose to shop for cars online, be especially cautious and skeptical. Request a full title history and
vehicle inspection, and never send a payment until you see the vehicle in person. As an important reminder when buying or selling used cars: “as-is” sales are not legal in Kansas unless the defects are disclosed to the buyer. Putting this information in writing is always a good idea to avoid future disagreements. To learn more about staying safe when purchasing a car and other consumer transaction, visit our consumer protection website at www.InYourCornerKansas. org or call 800-432-2310.
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A few Lions Club members dropped by Project Hope to donate a check to help with much needed food supplies over the summer months.
Pictured are Tommy Romero, Robert Veatch and Rick Kates.
Laci Kinser earns Doctor of Pharmacy Laci Kinser of Hugoton is among the nearly 4,800 candidates for a degree from the University of Kansas this spring - representing 93 Kansas counties, 44 other states and 44 other countries. The announcement came from the University Registrar. Degrees are officially conferred in June and Laci will receive a Doctor of Pharmacy. KU’s 144th Commencement will be Sunday, May 15. More than 4,500 of the members of the Class of 2016 are expected to participate. Faculty and candidates for degrees will assemble at 10:00 a.m. along Memorial Drive for the procession, which begins at 10:30 a.m. Commencement information and an up-to-date
schedule of events are available at commencement. ku.edu. Other local degree candidates are listed below in alphabetical order. • Orlando Galaviz, Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering; Neel Gandhi, Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry; Abraham Nieto, Bachelor of Science in Geology; and Kyle Zerr, Bachelor of Science in Sport Management and Business minor all of Ulysses • Mason McMullen, Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Studies; and Daryan Whaler, Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training both of Sublette. • Katherine Ambrosier of Elkhart, Master of Social Work • Jay Bhakta, Bache-
lor of Arts in Human Biology and Undergraduate Certificate in Global Studies; Adebayo Braimah, Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Mathematics minor; Kyle Clay, Bachelor of Science in Business in Accounting; Shameem Kauffman, Bachelor of Science in Business in Accounting; Jessica Palacios, Master of Science in Education; Ramey Petty, Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering; and Monisha Randhawa, Bachelor of Arts in Global and International Studies all of Liberal. • Lesli Campbell of Johnson, Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Studies. Submitted by the University of Kansas.
Kansas Weekly Gas Prices Average retail gasoline prices in Kansas have fallen 2.1 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $1.97 per gallon Sunday, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 1,329 gas outlets in Kansas. This compares with the national average that has fallen 0.8 cents per gallon in the last week to $2.21 per gallon, according to gasoline price Web site GasBuddy.com. Including the change in gas prices in Kansas during the past week, prices Sunday were 45.4 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 10.6 cents per gallon higher than a month ago. The national average has increased 16.8 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 45.2 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago. According to GasBuddy historical data, gasoline prices May 9 in Kansas have ranged widely over the last
five years: $2.42 per gallon in 2015, $3.45 per gallon in 2014, $3.51 per gallon in 2013, $3.49 per gallon in 2012 and $3.84 per gallon in 2011. Areas nearby Kansas and their current gas price climate: Wichita - $1.98 per gallon, down 3.1 cents per gallon from last week's $2.01 per gallon; Lincoln - $2.24 per gallon, down 2.7 cents per gallon from last week's $2.27 per gallon; Topeka $1.94 per gallon, down 1.3 cents per gallon from last week's $1.95 per gallon. “While it's rare in May to see the national average price of gasoline nearly two cents lower from the previous week, we've seen that retail gasoline has consistently matched (West Texas crude oil's increases and subsequent plateaus since February," said Gregg Laskoski, senior petroleum analyst for GasBuddy.
"In 2015 we saw the national average peak in June and the year before it peaked in April, so while the current plateau may seem encouraging for motorists, we still expect rising consumer demand to elevate gasoline prices as we approach the beginning of the summer driving season," Laskoski added. For LIVE fuel price averages, visit http://media.gas buddy.com. About GasBuddy.com GasBuddy is the premiere source for real-time local gas prices. Founded in 2000, GasBuddy.com developed as an initiative to provide consumers access to local, current gas prices. Through the Gas Buddy.com Web site and the free GasBuddy mobile app, users can find and share gas prices with fellow drivers, saving big money at the pump.
fire than the general population. The risk worsens as we age, with people ages 85 and older 3.6 times more likely to die in a fire. “Whether living independently or in a care facility, there are steps older Kansans can take to remain safe from a fire. Knowledge and awareness are the keys to preventing fires,” said Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services Interim Secretary Tim Keck. “The Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services joins the Office of the State Fire Marshal in urging older adults to take a proactive approach to home fire safety by learning about potential fire hazards and how to prevent them.” The Kansas Fire Marshal and KDADS offer these tips to keep seniors safe from the dangers of fire: Home Heating • When space heaters are on, keep them at least three feet away from anything that can burn, such as curtains or furniture. • If you're exiting the room, or if you're going to bed, make sure that you turn off and unplug the space heater. Have a Fire Safe Home • Have smoke detectors in-
stalled outside each sleeping area and replace the battery two times a year - every time you change your clocks for Daylight Savings Time. • If you must smoke, never smoke in bed. Never smoke in a home where medical oxygen is used. • Walk through your home and identify any possible exits in case of a fire. Make a fire escape plan and practice it. Cooking Safety • Never wear loose clothes or clothes with long sleeves when cooking. Remember to use oven mitts when handling hot pans. And NEVER leave the kitchen while you're cooking. • Check the kitchen after you finish cooking to make sure the oven burners and other appliances are turned off. Finally, if there's fire or smoke, get out and stay out. Call 911 from outside the home and wait for firefighters to arrive. For more fire safety tips and a video about fire safety for seniors, visit www.firemarshal.ks.gov. Submitted by the Office of the State Fire Marshal.
Kerrinne Nicole Fann earns Master of Education Hats off to the more than 1,000 candidates for spring graduation at Emporia State University May 14. Kerrinne Nicole Fann of Hugoton, Kansas, will graduate May 14 with a Master of Education degree in Teaching . Undergraduates will receive their degrees during baccalaureate ceremonies at 9:30 a.m. at White Auditorium, 111 E. Sixth Ave. At 2 p.m., graduate students will be hooded at Albert Taylor Hall in Plumb Hall on the Emporia State campus. Ann Brandau-Murguia, a member of the Kansas Board of Regents, will speak at both the baccalaureate and graduate ceremonies. Dr. James Persinger, professor of psychology and 2015 Roe R. Cross Distinguished Professor, will address the baccalaureate crowd. For those unable to at-
tend, both ceremonies will be streamed on the internet live. The link for the live stream as
well as other information can be found online at www.em poria.edu/commencement.
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Rod Swafford passes Kansas real estate exams Rod Swafford of Dodge City completed the educational processes and passed the State and National Exams to be recognized by the Kansas Real Estate Commission as a Licensed Sales Associate. Rod Swafford, Sales Associate, is affiliated with United Country Stutzman Realty and Auction LLC, based in Ulysses. While in class, Swafford completed intensive training. Classes consisted of Introduction to Real Estate, Real Estate Law, Real Estate Ownership, Transferring Real Estate, Real Estate Brokerage, Real Estate Valuation and Real Estate Finance. Known nationally, regionally and locally, United Country Stutzman Realty & Auction LLC is licensed in Kansas, Oklahoma and Colorado. Swafford is excited about the real estate opportunities and anticipates working for you in the areas of Agricultural, Commercial and Residential sales and purchases.
Nationally, May is recognized as Older Americans Month, a time to acknowledge the contributions of past and current older persons in our country. This month is also an opportunity to recognize older Kansans are significantly more at risk than other members of the population to be victims of house fires. The Office of the State Fire Marshal and the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) have joined together to offer fire safety tips to help prevent older adults from starting fires or being injured or killed by one. Visit http://firemarshal. ks.gov/news-releases/2016/ 05/02/fire-safety-for-olderadults for a video and fire safety tips for older adults. In 2013, according to the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), older adults (ages 65 and older) represented 14 percent of the United States population but suffered 36 percent of all fire deaths. In Kansas, of the 37 total fire-related deaths in 2015, 16 victims were over the age of 65 representing 43% of the total fire deaths. The USFA research also shows older adults are 2.5 times more likely to die in a
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Rod Swafford is welcomed into United Country Realty and Auction based in Ulysses. Swafford is a native of Southwest Kansas and has many years of experience in the Auction Industry. He is recognized in the farming and ranching industry as the former Livestock Department Manager of the HIGH PLAINS JOURNAL for 30 years. He was inducted into the Dodge City Roundup Hall of Fame in
2014. Swafford is proud to be a Veteran and to have served in the United States Navy. Rod Swafford can be reached by telephone at Cell 620-338-7244 or Office 620356-1954. Submitted by United Country Stutzman Realty & Auction.
First, please use the dumpsters. If it can be placed in the dumpster with the lid closed this is the best and quickest way to see it go. Next, if you have larger items and are unable to haul off your own refuse to the landfill the city will pick it up. Please use the alleys next to the dumpster. Place all tree limbs in a separate pile, large metal items such as washers and dryers in another pile and trash in a third pile. Do not block the alleyways with this refuse. Let’s all do our part to keep our city a clean, nice place to live If you have questions the City can be contacted at 544-8531
Paul Nordyke Joshua Grubbs City Utility Supervisor
City Inspector
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Water conservation makes sense! The Stevens County Conservation District provides quality Drip Irrigation Supplies for home gardening, landscaping, small and large tree rows. DRIP IRRIGATION USES 30-50% LESS WATER than other watering methods. Stop in and let us help you put together a drip irrigation system for your watering needs.
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PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, May 5, 2016) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS (Pursuant to K.S.A. Chapter 59) In the Matter of the Estate of Charles Lee Nix, Deceased
Pasture land in Stevens County, Kansas, and legally described as North Half of Northwest Quarter of Section Thirty-six, Township Thirty-three South, Range Thirtynine, West of the 6th P.M. be assigned in accordance with the terms of the Will.
Case No. 2016 PR 15 NOTICE OF HEARING THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that on the 29th day of April, 2016, a Petition was filed in this Court by Suzanne Renee Nix, a beneficiary of Charles Lee Nix, deceased, praying that the foreign Will of Charles Lee Nix, deceased, dated July 19, 2066, be admitted to probate and record in this Court; no administration of the Estate is necessary, the Will be construed and the following Kansas real estate owned by the decedent, situated in Stevens County, Kansas:
You are required to file your written defenses on or before the 31st day of May, 2016 at 9:30 o’clock A.M. in the District Court, in the City of Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the Petition. /s/ Suzanne Renee Nix Suzanne Renee Nix, Petitioner Allan L. Hurlburt, S.C. No. 09249 P.O.Box 505 Sharon Springs, KS. 67758 785-852-4246 Attorney for Petitioner
for June at Pratt Miss Kansas 2016 will be crowned Saturday, June 11, 2016 at the Seventy-fifth Anniversary of the Miss Kansas Pageant. The Miss Kansas Organization is proud to welcome 36 contestants from the State of Kansas to the competition, which will take place in at the Dennis Lesh Sports Arena on the campus of Pratt Community College in Pratt. The Miss Kansas Organization Co-Executive Director, Doug Brehm remarked, “We are very pleased with the number of intelligent, ambitious and talented young women who have qualified for the competition,” Brehm said. “It will be a challenging task for the judges to choose the next Miss Kansas.” Tickets for the 2016 Miss Kansas Competition, are available online at www.miss kansas.org. Additional events celebrating the seventy-fifth anniversary will be an Achievement Luncheon Thursday, June 9, and a Seventy-fifth Anniversary Gala the evening of June 9. To order tickets or to reserve a table for either of these events, please visit the Miss Kansas Organization Web site at www.misskansas.org to download an order form. Contestants will compete in five phases of competition at the competition, including lifestyle and fitness in swimsuit, talent, evening gown, private interview and onstage question. During the competition, each contestant will also discuss her chosen platform, a social or community issue of concern to herself and our society at large. The winner of the 2016 Miss Kansas Pageant will be awarded $12,000 in scholarship funds for her college or graduate school education. In addition, she will have use of a vehicle sponsored by Mel Hambelton Ford of Wichita, Kansas, and many other generous sponsorships. Other special awards given during the competition include the Tara Dawn Holland Quality of Life Scholarship awarding a 2016 contestant $3,000 for their outstanding achievements in their personal plat-
form. During her year of service, Miss Kansas 2016 will travel across the state of Kansas speaking to government officials, business leaders, community groups and all types of citizens about her platform issue and encouraging them to become involved in her cause. She will also compete for the Miss America title in Atlantic City, N.J., in September of 2016.  “I have truly enjoyed my year of service as Miss Kansas and am proud to have traveled the state of Kansas raising awareness for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, Kansas Department of Wildlife and Tourism and promoting my personal platform of The Bold Initiative: Stand Up, Stand Out, BE BOLD!,” said Miss Kansas 2015, Hannah Wagner. “I know that the leadership skills I have gained from this experience will help me as I continue my education at Wichita State University.” Wagner continued, “Miss Kansas will not only serve as a role model for young women and as an ambassador for the Miss America Organization, she will also urge girls and young women to develop their leadership skills and to take an active role in their communities.” The Miss Kansas Scholarship Organization provides opportunities for young women to achieve their personal and professional ambitions. Contestants also participate in community service activities and develop leadership skills that help them excel in their chosen careers and life goals. A notfor-profit affiliate of the Miss America Organization, the Miss Kansas Scholarship Organization, has made available more than $3 million scholarships and in-kind funds to young women throughout the state of Kansas. For more information about the Miss Kansas Pageant, please contact Stephanie Harris at 785-331-9636 or book ings@misskansas.org.
Kansas Museum of History features POW story Kansas soldiers, like others across the nation, made incredible sacrifices to ensure our nation’s freedom: 80,000 Kansans served in World War I; 227,000 served in World War II. The Kansas Museum of History’s upcoming special exhibit, “Captured: the Extraordinary Adventures of Colonel Hughes”, highlights one man’s experience in both wars. The exhibit opens May 28, 2016, at the Kansas Museum of History. More information about the opening event Saturday, May 28, will be coming. “As the world marks the centennial of World War I, the Kansas Museum of History pays tribute to the contributions of all Kansas soldiers, past and present,” said Jennie Chinn, executive director, Kansas Historical Society. “We each experience history in a personal way. This story is told through one Kansas soldier, James Clark Hughes.” “In essence, he captured his life in print, photographs, and objects. Hughes was an amateur photographer and shot incredible photographs during World War I,” said Mary Madden, director, Kansas Museum of History. “In October 1941 he was sent to the Philippines in anticipation of a Japanese invasion and was captured at Bataan. He kept a diary of his 41 months as a prisoner of war. Colonel Hughes and his family donated personal items
from both wars to the Museum.” Hughes’ story is both common and exceptional. Born in Topeka in 1888, he began his service as a member of the Kansas National Guard and was sent to the Texas border with the American Expeditionary Forces in 1916. As a member of the U.S. Army he served from 1917 to 1948. “Captured” is truly an exhibit of an unparalleled collection from one soldier who witnessed both world wars. The exhibit features historic films, a recreated POW bunkbed, and hands-on activities, and includes these items from this extraordinary collection: • Uniform he wore as a member of the 130th Field Artillery in the Kansas National Guard • Photographs of France, Germany, and Belgium he took in 1918 and 1919 as part of the 35th Division • Photographs taken by a great granddaughter-in-law in 2000 of many of the same locations to compare then and now. Heavily patched pants he wore in four Japanese POW camps • Red Cross items he brought home after 41 months as a POW • Entries from his daily POW diary. The Museum is located at 6425 SW Sixth Avenue, Topeka. For more information, visit kshs.org/museum. Submitted by the Kansas Historical Society.
Lydia and Tim have experienced 500 books in the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library. Outstanding job Lydia and Tim!
Steele House nominated for National Register At its meeting Saturday, April 30, the Kansas Historic Sites Board of Review voted to nominate the Steele House at Lake Scott State Park to the National Register of Historic Places. This action sends the nomination to the National Park Service for their consideration and final action. It also adds the home to the state's Register of Kansas Historic Places. The Steele House was built circa 1894 by Herbert and Eliza Steele on the west bank of Ladder Creek in what later became Lake Scott State Park. They were among the earliest Euro-American settlers in the county. The seven-room, two-level limestone house was built into the side of a hill so the lower level is partly recessed into the hill. The nomination also includes a crude limestone spring house built by the Steeles over a still-active spring and a decorative pond and bench built with help from the Civilian Conservation Corps circa 1934 after the Steeles had passed away. Lake Scott State Park is located in Ladder Creek Canyon about 13 miles north of Scott City in Scott County. Before Euro-American settlement, the canyon was home to several Central Plains Native American groups, dating to proto historic and early historic times. El Cuartelejo, the remains of the northeastern-most pueblo in the U.S., are located a short distance north of the Steele House. The El Cuartelejo Archaeological District National Historic Landmark established in 1964 – a concentration of remnants from these cultural
groups – surrounds the Steele House and was made possible by the Steeles’ willingness to have their land investigated by archeologists beginning in the late 1890s. The Steeles were aware their picturesque property was an ideal setting for a park. In 1928, they sold 640 acres of their land to the Kansas Forestry, Fish and Game Commission – a forerunner of the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) with the stipulation they be allowed to live in their home until their passing. In May 1930, the Commission completed a dam across Ladder Creek and created the 100-acre Lake McBride which later was renamed to Lake Scott. Herbert Steele passed away in September 1929, having never seen the lake and park he helped create. Eliza Steele died in July 1930, one month after the park opened. Today, the house is a museum operated by volunteers. Lake Scott State Park is a featured location along the Western Vistas Historic Byway. The National Register nomination application can be found online at http://www.kshs.org/p/hsbr -meeting-april-302016/14633. More information about the park is located at http://ksoutdoors.com/ State-Parks/Locations/Scott. Information about the Western Vistas Historic Byway is at http://www.westernvistashistoricbyway.com/. Submitted by Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism.
Kansans safely disposed of nearly seven tons of unused medicines during last week’s National Drug Take-Back Day, Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt said Monday. Kansas law enforcement officers collected 13,894 pounds of medicines at 109 locations throughout the state during last Saturday’s event, according to a report from the federal Drug Enforcement Agency. The total was the largest single-day collection since the program began in 2010. Law enforcement agencies turn the drugs they collect over to the DEA, which safely destroys the medications. “Safe storage and proper
disposal are the keys to preventing the accidental or intentional misuse of medications,” Schmidt said. “I appreciate the work of the DEA and local law enforcement in assisting Kansans through this take-back program.” Kansans have safely destroyed a total of 90,805 pounds of medications in the 11 collection days that have been held beginning in 2010. Unused prescriptions can be turned in year-round at many local law enforcement locations. Kansans should contact their local sheriff’s office or police department for more information. Submitted by Office of the Attorney General.
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MUSEUM UPDATE
Many art projects can be seen at the Stevens County Gas and Historical Museum such as this string art of a sail boat. Sometimes items are donated to the Museum without any other information. This project just has the name of S.S. Ward and no
more information. The Stevens County Gas and Historical Museum is located at 905 S. Adams. You are invited to visit Mondays through Fridays from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
by Stevens County FACS Agent Nancy Honig
The Burn of Summer It must be getting close to summer as I have been seeing the red effects of the sun already, with kids and adults sporting sunburns from those first hours in the sun after a long winter. Sunburns may just seem a part of the summer fun, but they can, in reality, be deadly. It is estimated that one out of seven people in the United States will develop some form of skin cancer during their lifetime, and that one serious sunburn can increase their risk by as much as 50%. Skin cancer is a disease in which cancer cells are found in the outer layers of the skin. There are several types of cancer that start in the skin; it can occur anywhere on your body, but is most common in places that have been exposed to more sunlight, such as your face,
neck, hands, and arms. Skin cancer has many different appearances, however the most common sign is a change of the skin, such as a growth, or a sore that will not heal. Of course, not all changes in your skin are from cancer, but you should talk with your doctor if you notice any changes. Melanoma is a more serious disease of the skin that can spread quickly to other parts of your body through the lymph system, or through the blood. However, like most cancers, melanoma is best treated when it is found early. You should see your doctor immediately if you have any of the following warning signs of melanoma: * A new spot on the skin or a spot that is changing in size, shape, or color. * A spot that looks different from all of the other spots on
your skin (known as the ugly duckling sign) and has any of the following features, known as the ABCDE’s of melanoma: A is for Asymmetry: One half of a mole or birthmark does not match the other. B is for Border: The edges are irregular, ragged, notched, or blurred. C is for Color: The color is not the same all over and may include shades of brown or black, or sometimes with patches of pink, red, white, or blue. D is for Diameter: The spot is larger than six millimeters across (about ¼ inch - the size of a pencil eraser), although melanomas can sometimes be smaller than this. E is for Evolving: The mole is changing in size, shape, or color.
The American Academy of Dermatology and the Skin Cancer Foundation recommend the following to help reduce the risk of sunburn and skin cancer: * Minimize your exposure to the sun at midday, between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. * Apply sun screen with at least a SPF-15 or higher, to all areas of the body which are exposed to the sun. * Reapply sun screen every two hours, even on cloudy days. Reapply after swimming or perspiring. * Wear clothing that covers your body and shades your face. Hats should provide shade for both the face and the back of the neck. * Consult your personal physician or dermatologist with any questions or concerns you may have about your skin.
May 16 deadline for Kansas exempt organizations is fast approaching
Jocelyn has experienced 200 books in the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library. Wonderful Jocelyn!
did you know? Solstices happen twice per year. The solstices mark the shortest and longest days of the year and when the sun is at its highest or lowest point in the noon sky. The solstices occur in both June and December, and when you experience each solstice depends on which hemisphere you call
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“Notes From Nancy”
from The Stevens County Gas & Historical Museum Beulah Carter, Curator Heather McCrary and Billy Woodworth
Making string art was a fun hobby during the late 1940’s. This display has the name “SS Ward” on it but is not dated.
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home. People who reside in the northern hemisphere will experience the summer solstice in June while those in the southern hemisphere will experience the winter solstice at this time. Submitted by Metro Editorial Services.
The Internal Revenue Service is reminding more than 16,000 Kansas tax-exempt organizations the deadline to file a required annual return for 2015 is Monday, May 16. Which form an organization must file normally depends on its financial activity. Tax-exempt organizations with average annual receipts more than $50,000 must file a Form 990 or 990EZ depending on their receipts and assets. Organizations needing additional time to file may obtain an extension. Small tax-exempt organizations with average annual receipts of $50,000 or less may file an electronic notice called a Form 990-N, which asks organizations for a few basic pieces of information. There is no extension is available for filing the Form 990N. Form 990-series returns are due on the fifteenth day of the fifth month after an organization’s tax year ends. For organizations using a calendar year the deadline is May 15. Because the fifteenth falls on a weekend, the deadline moves to the next business day, Monday, May 16. If an organization does not file as required for three consecutive years, it automatically loses its tax-exempt status. Churches and
church-related organizations are not required to file annual reports. No Social Security Numbers on 990s The IRS generally does not ask exempt organizations for SSNs because by law, both the IRS and most tax-exempt organizations are required to publicly disclose most parts of form filings, including schedules and attachments. Tax-exempt organizations are urged to file forms electronically to reduce the risk of inadvertently including SSNs or other unneeded personal identifiable information about donors, clients or benefactors could give rise to identity theft. Check Tax-Exempt Status Online The IRS offers an online search tool, Exempt Organizations Select Check, on IRS.gov at https://www. irs.gov/Charities-&-NonProfits/Exempt-Organiza tions-Select-Check. Users can find key information about the federal tax status and filings of certain tax-exempt organizations. Get more information about Exempt Organization Annual Reporting & Filing requirements at https://www. irs.gov/Charities-&-NonProfits/Annual-Reportingand-Filing. Submitted by the Internal Revenue Service.
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STEVENS COUNTY SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER Shila Moore, Director 544-2283 - Activities 544-8041 - Meals 624 S. Main, Hugoton Coming up this Saturday, May 14, 2016, is Sew All Day beginning at 8:30 a.m., Potluck and Canasta at 6:00 p.m., and the dance is 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. with the Blue Notes playing live music. Please bring a potluck. If anyone would like to play Pitch at the senior center on Saturday evenings, please call the senior center. Our next day trip is to Montezuma Thursday, May 26, 2016. First we’ll go to the Stauth Museum to view the exhibit The Hunt for Treasure, then go to the Nance Barn to view antiques and collectibles. After that we’ll eat at Eva’s Kitchen. The van leaves the senior center at 2:00 p.m. We will go to Moscow and take the Moscow Senior Center bus from there to Montezuma. Call the center to have your name added to the list if you would like to go with us. Please bring money for the meal and $3 for gas.
We now have volunteers to take blood pressures the third Tuesday of each month from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Please drop by if you would like to have your blood pressure checked. The senior center will be closed May 30, 2016, for Memorial Day. We deliver lunch Monday through Friday to homebound people. If you are in need of our services or you know someone who is, please call the Senior Center. We will give you information on cost, menus, etc. Senator Pat Roberts office is available to assist you with problems you may be having with federal agencies like Social Security, Veterans’/VA issues, military cases, Medicare, passports, and IRS. If you need help, please call his Dodge City office at 620-227-2244. If you have questions concerning caregiving, legal matters, disability, health insurance, housing, etc.,
please call Michael Johnston at Southwest Kansas Area Agency on Aging at 620-2258240. Menu May 12 ................................BLT May 13 Chili & Cinnamon Rolls May 16 ...........................Brisket May 17 ..................Hamburgers May 18........Chicken & Noodles May 19 .................. Baked Ham Activities Thursday, May 12 Exercise ...................10:30 a.m. Friday, May 13 Exercise ...................10:30 a.m. Bingo .......................12:30 p.m. Saturday, May 14 Sew All Day ................8:30 a.m. Canasta & Potlock .....6:00 p.m. Dance.........................7:00 p.m. .............................Blue Notes Monday, May 16 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Line Dancing..............7:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 17 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 18 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Painting & Coloring ...1:00 p.m. Thursday, May 19 Exercise ...................10:30 a.m.
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CITY OF HUGOTON From the Office of the Building Inspector The Owners of Family Swimming/Wading Pools For personal safety, the City of Hugoton has an ordinance regulating the use of family swimming pools. The term “Family Swimming Pool” means ANY artificial or controlled body of water used primarily for swimming or recreational bathing. This refers to the owner or renter, friends, adults, children or anyone who may use the pool. If you own a blow-up, self standing, or constructed pool you must follow these basic rules: 1. The location of the family pool must be at least eight feet from any side or rear property line. 2. The pool must also be at least thirty feet from the front property line. 3. The pool must have a walk area surrounding the pool at least four feet. 4. Most importantly, and for the protection of small children, the pool must be enclosed by a five (5) foot fence and gates. As city inspector I will hold you to the above rules. The complete city ordinance and codes are available at the city office. The ordinance is for your family protection and safety. Violation of the ordinance could lead to removal of the pool and or a fine or both. If you have any questions, please call Joshua Grubbs Building Inspecor or the City Office at 544-8531.
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MOSCOW NEWS BY JUDY HICKERT
Moscow Grade School students enjoy some square dancing during the last day of school. Teachers help instruct the students in
the steps used in the dance. Photo courtesy of Stu Moore.
For the last day of school Moscow Grade School gets the students involved in square dancing. The students form into
groups and are then ready for the music to begin! Photo courtesy of Stu Moore.
Teeter Irrigation, Inc. would like to congratulate Madison Owens of Moscow High School as the $500 scholarship recipient. Madison will attend Colby Community College to participate in the pre-chiropractic program this coming fall. Madison is pictured with Jas Dale.
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PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Her3t mes, Thursday, May 5, 2016) STATE OF COUNTY, ss:
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IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF GLADYS E. RENFRO, DECEASED No. 14PR45 NOTICE OF HEARING (Chapter 59) THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed in the above Court by Erick E. Nordling, Administrator with Will Annexed of the estate of Gladys E. Renfro, deceased, praying for final settlement of the estate, for approval of his acts, proceedings and accounts as administrator, for pay-
ment of court costs, attorney's fees and expenses, and also praying that the Court determine the heirs, legatees and devisees entitled to the estate, and distributing and assigning the same to such persons, in accordance with the terms of decedent's will, and for further relief. You are hereby required to file your written defenses thereto on or before the 31st day of May, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. of said day, in said Court, in the district courtroom at the county courthouse in Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition. ERICK E. NORDLING, Administrator-Petitioner Kramer, Nordling & Nordling, LLC 209 East Sixth Hugoton, Kansas 67951 Telephone: (620) 544-4333
Ulysses Animal Hospital conducts a low cost clinic at Moscow. A total of 68 dogs and cats get vaccinated.
Moscow Public Schools offers a free lunch program to area children for the summer. These children dig in to the great food.
Moscow Schools’ summer school program began Monday May 9. Also starting May 9 was the Moscow Public Schools’ free lunch program. Everyone is welcome to eat at the school lunchroom for
$4.00 for lunch and $2.00 for breakfast. All children 18 and under eat free. Breakfast is served from 8:00 to 8:30 a.m. and lunch from 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. weekdays - May 9 through June 17.
Dog and cat owners take advantage of the Moscow’s pet clinic last Saturday.
PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, May 12, 2016) 1t BEFORE THE STATE CORPORATION COMMISSION OF THE STATE OF KANSAS
Section 12, Township 35 South, Range 36 West, Stevens County, Kansas.
License No. 32446
The application is pending with the Commission. Any persons who object to or protest to such application shall be required to file their objections or protests in writing with the Commissions within fifteen (15) days from the date of this publication. If a written notice is not timely filed, the application may be determined administratively by the Commission and may thereby be granted without hearing or further notice to any interested party. All objections and protests shall clearly state the reasons why granting the application will cause waste or threaten fresh and usable water. Objections o protests shall be mailed to the Kansas Corporation Commission, Conservation Division, 266 N. Main Street, Suite 220, Wichita, Kansas 67202, with a copy to applicant listed below.
TO: ALL OIL AND GAS OFFSETING OPERATORS, LEASE HOLDERS AND UNLEASED MINERAL OWNERS AND ALL PERSONS CONCERNED:
All parties in any way interested or concerned shall take notice of the foregoing and govern themselves accordingly.
You, and each of you, are hereby notified that Merit Energy Company, L.L.C. has filed an application with the Kansas Corporation Commission (“Commission”) requesting an order granting an exception from the Pit Closure time limitations of K.A.R. 823-602 at its Wiggains 12-13 well in
Idania Medina Regulatory Analyst Merit Energy Company P.O. Box 1293 Liberal, KS 67905 Office (620)-629-4200 Fax (620) 624-7014
Before Commissioners: Jay Scott Emler,Chair Shari Feist Albrecht Pat Apple In the Matter of Application of Merit Energy Company, L.L.C. for an Order Granting an Exception to the Pit Closure time limitations of K.A.R. 82-3602(a)(2) at its Wiggains 12-13 Located in the Northeast Quarter of Section 12,Township 35 South, Range 36 West, Stevens County, Kansas. Docket No. CONSERVATION DIVISION
Students line up and go through the line at the school. The school offers free breakfasts and lunches during the summer.
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These athletes compete against each other during the Moscow track meet, the last such event of the year.
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MOSCOW NEWS BY JUDY HICKERT
The Junior High football team is recognized at the Awards Program for going undefeated in their season. Left to right are Coach CJ Madison, Managers Jesse Persinger and Blaze Johnson, Clemente Rojo, JD Robson, Braxton Johnson,
Gerardo Garcia, Edwin Rojo, Adan Granillo, Manager Audric Roland, Trenton Kennedy, Alikx Briggs and Coach Shawn Anderson. Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll.
Josie James collects bags and bags of shoes for the worthy project. The Flipzone Gymnastics in which she belongs are still collecting through May.
Josie James collects many pairs of shoes Eighth graders Lydia Owens and Braxton Johnson were awarded the Citizenship Award at the Moscow Junior High Awards Program. Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll.
Seniors Vance Thompson and Kelsi Mueller were awarded the Citizenship Award at the Moscow High School Awards Banquet. Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll.
Black and Greenwood tie for high score at Bridge Club The Thursday Bridge Club met at the Hugoton Senior Center with Judy Hickert, hostess. Jan Black and Midge Greenwood were tied for high score. Dorothy Hagman and Donita Graham tied for the low score.
The Flipzone gymnastics of Dodge City have tackled a very successful shoe drive as a fundraiser. They have collected 140 bags of shoes. That is 3500 pair of shoes. They are still collecting through May. The group wants to thank everyone for their donations and help with this shoe drive.
Josie James, daughter of Amy and Michael James of Moscow, is a very talented gymnast, is a member of Flipzone, if you have shoes to donate she will be glad to collect them. These shoes help the gymnists, and also the shoes are sent to poor countries in Central America and Africa to provide jobs for people.
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Jaylen Mendez and Molleigh Lowery were announced as new members of National Honors Society at the Awards Banquet. Pictured are all members of NHS: Jaylen Mendez, Briannah Davidson, Vance Thompson,
Kelsi Mueller, Alexander Pierson, Maggie White, Rachel Pierson, Madison Owens and Molleigh Lowery. Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll.
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May 2, the Kindergartners host their graduation program. Kindergarten graduates were on the front row, Emery Anderson, Skylar Shaddix and Lila Teeter; second row, Charlotte Lahey, Adalyn Meile, Lily McKinney
and teacher Kayla Wester; third row, Deacon Hockett, Jaibreon Sherman, Gage Harris and Cooper Lahey; and back row, Fabian Granados, Gunnar Phillips and Noah Barron. Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll.
The grade school recently presented their Spring Music Program under the direction of Gail Dale. The third, fourth and fifth grades sing “Get in the Game”. Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll.
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Biologists take tissue samples to evaluate bass stocking program Fisheries biologists at the Meade Fish Hatchery have been fooling Mother Nature to get largemouth bass to spawn earlier than normal. By controlling water temperature and photo-period (day length), along with other biological factors, hatchery staff are able to create an environment where largemouth bass spawn up to two months earlier than they would in the wild. The fry produced have a huge advantage over naturally-spawned bass because they are large enough to feed on small fish through the spring and summer. By fall, these larger bass are more likely to survive their first winter in a Kansas lake. So far, early-spawn bass have been stocked into select Kansas reservoirs where bass are popular with anglers but natural reproduction and normal stocking practices aren’t maintaining good bass populations. To evaluate the success of the early-spawn program, fisheries staff have conducted creel surveys to determine if catch rates have improved. In addition, DNA testing of adult bass caught in these lakes will tell biologists what percentage of the bass population is made up of early-spawn fish. A unique quality of the early-spawn program is that genetic records kept on the
brood fish allow each bass produced to be traced back to the hatchery. KDWPT biologists are working with bass tournament organizers to obtain samples from bass brought to tournament weigh-ins at select lakes. Recently, staff worked with the East Kansas Bassmasters club during a tournament on Hillsdale Reservoir where early-spawn bass have been stocked since 2012. Fingernail-sized clippings from the upper caudal fin were collected from fish at the weighin before the bass were released. The tissue samples will be tested to determine if they came from fish produced at the Meade Fish Hatchery. In the past five years, more than ten million largemouth bass have been produced and stocked through the earlyspawn procedure. The evaluation efforts will help biologists determine the program’s effectiveness in bolstering bass populations, as well as what changes should be made to improve stocking success.
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May is proclaimed Kansas Beef Month Many products get publicity and special recognition during the year. But in Kansas, if any product deserves its own month, it’s beef. That’s why Kansas Governor Sam Brownback has declared May as Beef Month in the state. This declaration makes the 32nd consecutive year beef has received this honor. According to Kevin Thielen, executive director of the Kansas Beef Council, the value of beef to the economy and social fabric of the state is remarkable. “With more than 6.25 million cattle on ranches and in feedyards in the state, Kansas ranks third in the country,” says Thielen. “That’s more than twice the state’s human population. Kansas cattle producers are proud of the nutritious, delicious beef
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American Meat Institute, Kansas companies that produce, process, distribute and sell meat and poultry products employ as many as 25,449 people, and generate an additional 59,543 jobs in supplier and associated industries. These include jobs in companies supplying goods and services to manufacturers, distributors and retailers, as well as those depending on sales to workers in the meat industry. The product they help bring to market is one that contributes substantially to the human diet. Beef provides 10 essential nutrients, including zinc, iron, protein and B vitamins. It does all this for only 150 calories per 3-ounce serving. In fact, a serving of beef provides the same amount of protein as three
servings (1 ½ cups) of cooked black beans – which have 341 calories. Kansas ranchers and feeders are committed to producing beef responsibly and sustainably, Thielen says. But beef production refined over many generations is only part of the story. Producers also keep consumer needs and wants top of mind. “While all aspects of beef raising and processing are important, producing beef that is delicious, safe, wholesome and nutritious is ‘job one’ for our industry,” Thielen says. “After all, producers of beef are also consumers of the beef they produce. They’re proud of their role in providing this terrific food that so many people enjoy.” Submitted by the Kansas Beef Council.
Flag Smut survey to be conducted this spring Kansas wheat farmers should stay vigilant in scouting for wheat disease, especially flag smut, which was detected in Kansas in 2015 for the first time since the 1930s, although it was only found in low levels in a small portion of the wheat crop. The Kansas Department of Agriculture (KDA), in coordination with the Kansas State
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they help bring to tables in this state, across the country and around the world.” Kansas has about 46 million acres of farm ground. Not all of this land can be used to grow crops, however. Grazing cattle is an ideal technique for efficiently utilizing grasses and plants growing on almost 16 million acres of Kansas pasture and rangeland. These acres would be wasted if not for ruminants like cattle that can turn these resources into essential protein and nutrients for humans. Kansas ranked second in fed cattle marketed, with 5.9 million in 2014. Beef cattle and calves represented 54.1% of the 2014 Kansas agricultural cash receipts. The effect of the beef industry on employment is significant as well. According to the
University (KSU) Department of Plant Pathology, will be conducting a targeted flag smut survey throughout May and June in several counties within the state. KDA will be surveying areas which showed previous signs of infestation to determine whether producers implemented best management practices to control the disease. Preliminary surveys conducted so far in 2016 have indicated that flag smut is present again this season, but it is not yet known to what extent. This survey will better determine the spread of the disease. The survey will cover the following counties: Stafford, Pratt, Kiowa, Edwards, Pawnee, Barton, Rush, Lincoln, Russell, Dickinson, Ottawa, Ellis, Trego, Graham, Rooks, Phillips, Smith, Ness, Wichita, Scott, and Decatur Counties. Flag smut presents no human or animal health concern and has no impact on grain quality. It can have a negative impact on wheat yield, the severity of which is determined by the infestation level of the field. KDA is working with KSU Research and Extension to continue to share flag smut best management practices through normal outreach activities, including online resources, newsletters and discussion at field days. KDA is committed to serving farmers and protecting plant health in order to ensure the continued strength of the agriculture industry in Kansas. For more information about flag smut, go to the KDA website at www.agricul ture.ks.gov/ppws. If you have questions about this year’s survey, please contact Jeff Vogel, manager of the KDA
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City of Hugoton Animal Control Courtesy of The Hugoton Hermes In this week’s article we will discuss Microchip Identification Systems and Trackers. A microchip implant is an identifying integrated circuit placed under the skin of an animal. It is an RFID (radio frequency identification) technology or a PIT tag (passive integrated transponder). The chip is about the size of a large grain of rice. A syringe with a needle large enough to accommodate the microchip is used to inject it under the skin between the shoulder blades of the dog. Microchips are for identifying your animal. A microchip reader is needed to be able to access the information on the chip. Most veterinarians and many animal shelters have a chip reader. The universal chip readers are the best because there are many different microchip companies available to you. Dr. Gary Baughman at the Animal Health Center uses Home Again microchip. Dr. Elizabeth Norman at Prairie Pet Mobile Vet uses Petlink. Some companies require you pay monthly and some are annually and some require a one-time fee for registration. If you are interested in microchipping your animal,
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make sure to ask your veterinarian about the company they use. Be sure to register your animal. If you move or change your phone number, update your information. When scanned, there will be no way to return your animal to you if there isn’t updated information or no information at all. Microchips are an excellent means of identification in natural disasters. Many times, an animal will lose its collar or tags but the microchip is under the skin. Microchips can be used for identifying an animal as yours if it has been stolen and you know its location and have registered the microchip. You should also be aware if you are leaving the country with your dog it will require a pet passport. As part of this passport, microchipping is required. Always check the regulations in each country you are traveling to before taking your pet. Microchips are not trackers or “lo-jacks”. A tracker is an external device with a rechargeable battery. They come in different shapes and sizes. Some are a box to attach to the collar, and some are as small as a dog tag, usually the smaller they are, the less battery life. Most use some sort of GPS (global positioning satellite) to track your dog. There are many different companies selling these devices too. Some have longer battery life and some have more zones; when your dog crosses you get a warning. Some trackers can be linked to your cell phone, some to your computer and some come with their own handheld tracking device. There is a large price range on tracking devices. My advice is to look on consumer reports and read the review comments on each company’s Web site before you purchase a tracker. FUN FACT: Dog nose prints are as unique as human finger prints and can be used to identify them.
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Kindergarten class graduates during spring concert The 2016 Kindergarten class was recognized for their achievements during the elementary spring concert Tuesday, May 3. The young graduates first presented three songs they have learned during their time in Mrs. Sherry Pinkley’s class. Then Mrs. Pinkley and Elementary Principal Mrs. Kimberly Mauk presented each student with his/her diploma. It was a cute little performance and while maybe not the production that Rolla is used to having, circumstances beyond anyone’s control prevented the normal program. Mrs. Pinkley was happy to be able to finish the program before her baby boy arrived Friday. Good luck next year, new first graders!
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Rolla News Hulls travel to Wichita to represent the Shriner’s Hospital patients Joshua and Kimberly Hull, along with their two sons, Eli and Kaiden, traveled to Wichita to represent the Shriner’s Hospital patients in a Shriner’s parade, Saturday May 7. The whole family was on the float and then was honored to be on stage, representing families who use the Shriner’s to help when things are tough. Eli will be four this summer and he’s come such a long ways from
Kindergarten graduates are pictured in front left to right Abrianna Torres, Amiley Lewis, Ariana Carbjal, Natalie Villegas, Isabella
his early beginnings, since he was born at about 24 weeks. He has some residual problems as the result of the early birth, including cerebral palsy. The Shriner’s Hospital in St. Louis did surgery on Eli’s hip last fall and they are following up with his braces, since he seems to continue to grow. The Hull family is very grateful for the Shriner’s and was pleased to be able to represent the Shriner’s Hospital.
Bowers and Kyra Klassen. In the back row are Alex Fierro, Omar Cortez, Tyson Apelu and Elijah Alberty.
Kelling’s piano students present annual spring recital Sherry Kelling’s piano students presented their annual spring recital Sunday, May 8. The students gathered at the Emmanuel Baptist Church in Rolla to present their pieces that they had been working on for several weeks. Mrs. Kelling gave out the student awards before beginning the recital. She had three Students of the Year awards. They were Kyri Brummett, Sarah Easterwood, and Garry Norton, ironically, three of her seniors. This recital was more light hearted with lots of fun music from each student. Seeing the growth from the first year students to the seniors is always a treat. After the recital, attendees were treated to a wonderful cake, made by Shawn Schwindt in honor of the graduating seniors. It was a terrific recital!
Joshua and Kimberly Hull and their two sons Eli and Kaiden get to ride on the float in the parade. Photo courtesy of Kim Hull.
Recital students are front, left to right, Elena Zhang, Sarah Easterwood, Garry Norton, Kyri Brummett, Monte Fosdick and Kenneth Fosdick.
In the back row are Kylie Brummett, Matthew Easterwood, Joseph Mendez, Abby
Easterwood, Ellie Easterwood, Sherry Kelling, McKenzie Hinds and Allyson Norton.
Andrea Reza, Matthew Garcia and Lena Martens in their roles as the cooks. Shawn Schwindt made this cake for the graduating seniors.
Graduating senior piano students are Joseph Mendez, Sarah Easterwood, Kyri Brummett and Garry Norton.
Three classes travel to Liberal for last field trip The third, fourth and fifth grade classes traveled to Liberal for their last field trip of the year. They visited the Liberal Air Museum and then visited Baker Arts Center. The students toured the NASA exhibit that was being displayed at the Air Museum. Students took their lunches and enjoyed some time in one of Liberal’s parks before visiting the Baker Arts Center. At the Baker Arts Center, the students saw an amusement park science exhibit. Everyone had a great time!
Third grade students stand in front of an airplane at the Liberal Air Museum. Photo cour-
tesy of Jessie Slaughter.
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Emmalee Reza and Ashley Paniagua play air hockey at Liberal Photo courtesy of Sherri Randle.
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According to the Defense Manpower Data Center, which serves under the Office of the Secretary of Defense to collate personnel, manpower, training, financial, and other data for the Department of Defense, as of January 31, 2016, the United States military had 1,347,232 active duty members. Those active duty personnel serve in the U.S. Army, the U.S. Navy, the U.S. Marine Corps, the U.S. Air Force, and the U.S. Coast Guard. No branch had more active duty members than the Army (482,816). The Navy was next, with the 328,662 members serving on active duty, followed by the Air Force (311,590), the
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Marines (184,418), and the Coast Guard (39,746). Each branch experienced a slight uptick in active duty personnel from the month prior, when the total number of active duty military was 1,344,258. The increase in active duty personnel between the end of December 2015 and the end of January 2016 marked the first time since the end of August that the number of active duty personnel had increased since the previous month. Submitted by Metro Editorial Services.
Elementary presents Spring Music Program The Rolla Elementary Spring Music Program was Tuesday, May 3. Beginning the evening was the fifth grade band students. They played three songs to begin the evening and then Mr. Sam Eiland, director, presented awards earned from the Moscow Music Festival in March. Then the School Daze program began, with first through fifth grades participating. With Kyri Brummett at the helm of the sound, the students performed all their pieces with fabulous clarity and accuracy. It was a great evening of entertainment for all who attended.
Carissa Sohm, plays her part of the teacher.
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P lease Adopt Me! Hayley is an ambitious, smart, and caring young lady! She very much wants a family that is loving and understanding of her. Hayley enjoys jumping rope, singing, and band. She also enjoys all sports, crafts, drawing, and cooking. She does well in school and is really proud of making good grades and being on the honor roll. Her favorite class is band because she gets to play the tuba! Hayley is quite ambitious and is currently interested in becoming a teacher, nurse, doctor, judge, or police officer when she grows up. She needs a family that will be patient and understanding. A family with two parents or a single mother that can provide her with lots of one-on-one attention and consistency would be ideal. Hayley would benefit from a Meet twins Hannah & Leland! They would like a family that is active and willing to support them in all their interests. Hannah enjoys participating in gymnastics, Girl Scouts, and cheerleading. She is an independent girl who also loves art, reading and listening to music. Hannah would like to be a teacher or gymnastics/cheer coach when she grows up. She makes friends easily and likes helping out others. Leland is an active young boy who enjoys playing baseball, basketball and soccer. He also likes art and working on crossword puzzles. Leland’s favorite class in school is math; and he excels at it. Leland is polite and well-mannered around others. Leland would do best with a family that can provide consistency BreeAnna states that she would like to become an author someday! She enjoys reading, drawing and singing! Her favorite classes in school are art and choir. She does well in school and is proud of her ability to stand. BreeAnna will need encouragement and guidance from a family. She would do best in a family that can be firm and has few other children in the home. To learn more about adoption visit www.adoptk Mickel is a friendly, polite and outgoing kid. He enjoys playing video games and watching TV. In school, he enjoys math and social studies the most. Mickel will need a family that is patient and willing to advocate for him. He prefers to live in a city or a town. He has siblings that he would like to be able to maintain contact with. To learn more about adoption visit www.adoptkskids.org or
Hayley, age 15 mom who will do “girly” activities with her, such as doing hair and nails. Hayley states she would like to live in the country and be able to continue practicing her cooking skills. To learn more about adoption visit www.adoptk skids.org or call 877-4575430. Hayley’s case number is CH-5151.
Hannah and Leland, age 9 and structure. Both Hannah and Leland thrive when given individual attention and affection. Hannah and Leland need a patient family that is committed to their care. To learn more about adoption visit www.adoptkskids.org or call 877-457-5430. The children’s case numbers are CH6013 & CH-6014.
BreeAnna, age 12 skids.org or call 877-4575430. BreeAnna’s case number is: CH-6498.
Mickel, age 13 call 877-457-5430. Mickel’s case number is CH-5871.
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As I mentioned in one of my recent articles, while growing up in Rolla, I was always told that my Greatuncle Elver Stout built the first building in downtown Rolla, a barber shop located on the west side of the main street, but while researching the buildings of Rolla, I learned our family lore wasn’t exactly on the mark. In any case, there was another building built just a couple of doors to the north of Uncle Elver’s barbershop. I don’t know what its purpose was originally, but by the time I came along in the 1940s, it was the pool hall (gasp!), owned by one of my Clinesmith cousins, Everett Clinesmith. His real name was “William Everett,” but nobody ever called him “William.” I suspect that if someone ever came to Rolla looking for “William Clinesmith,” they woulda’ been told, “Ain’t nobody here by that name.” The pool hall was kind of a nasty place with spittoons on the floor. If they’da been real spittoons, that would’a been one thing, but they were just the one-gallon-sized tin cans for canned vegetables. Typically, the men of Rolla would go there to play dominoes, and high school boys would go there to play pool and snooker. It was a man’s world in there. I don’t think I ever saw a female of the species in there in all my years in Rolla. (I’ll bet you gals don’t even know what snooker is, do yuh’?) Quite symbolically, at the other end of the street and on the opposite side (the east side), clear down to the south end of main street, was the original school house. I’m not sure exactly which block it sat on, but I think it was right across the street to the east of where Merlin and Betty Stout now live. The school was built in 1915. Coincidentally, during this same year of 1915 far, far away from Rolla, a baby girl was born. June 17, 1915, Beulah Murray was born. And who was Beulah Murray? Well, she was someone who eventually made her way to Rolla, and the first person she met when she got off the train at the Rolla depot was my mother, Margie Anderson – but we’ll get to that story in another couple of decades when her name was better known (after she married one of the Light brothers), and when her influence on the Rolla Schools was felt.
Hester (Clay) Millemon with her first class at Rolla Grade School in 1953-54. They are front row - Bobby Arnold, Jimmy Littell, Jean Kraber, Joe Williamson, Rodney Johnson and Jimmy Myers. Second row - Johnny Scott, Margaret Cowser, Gary Bane, Bobby Anderson, Edra Tarrant and Wilene Link. Third row - Patsy Cox, David Thomas, Bonnie Kneller, Phylis Gilbert, Phoebe Quinn and Phil Also coincidentally, in the following year of 1916 (100 years ago), my father Virgil Stout was born on the Ed and Minnie Stout family homestead 1.5 miles north of Rolla. Like Beulah Murray, “Ole’ Virg” would grow up and also have an impact on the Rolla Schools, being elected to the school board the first time in 1952. But getting back to the building of the first school in 1915: in the beginning it was used for both elementary and high school because the current high school wasn’t built until later, at which time the high school kids moved out, but this old original school continued to be used as the elementary school until 1949. I never attended classes in this original school, but a couple of my older cousins did, Virgie and Charlene Stout. Virgie is no longer with us, but Charlene now lives in Richfield and probably has a few memories she could share with us about that school. As for my personal memories about the school, the only thing I remember was the day they started demolishing it. Notice the bell tower on top? That’s what I remember. They pulled it off, completely intact, and it came crashing to the ground. If it hadn’t been for that spectacular sight, I probably wouldn’t have remembered the building. I shared that memory with my Aunt Donna after I’d grown up, and she sent me the attached clipping to show me the bell tower. I have no idea how old the clipping is or where it came from. As for me and my schooling, I started to school in the
Veatch. Fourth row - Gary Clinesmith, Judith Green, Jimmy Sullivan, Donald Thompson and Jerry Dannels. Fifth row - Carol Myers, Calvin Perkins, Jerold Hubbard, Ivan Perkins and Evelyn Clinesmith. Last row - Merlin Stout, Lollie Taylor, Warren Myers, Betty Meyers and David Stout. Not pictured are Joe Wheeler and Bobby Clinesmith.
The Rolla Grade School was built in 1915 and classes were in the building until 1949 when the present Rolla Elementary School was built (part of the building). The old school was torn down and some of the lumber was used to build the Morgan Farm Supply by Ralph Morgan. That building is currently “Archuleta’s Cafe” on Main Street.
Rolla Public School 1915 new elementary school in September, 1951, the school which still stands today. The interesting thing about classes back then was that two grades were combined for one teacher. By that I mean grades one and two had one classroom, one teacher; grades three and four had one classroom, one teacher, all the way up through the eighth grade. This continued for my class until we were in
the third grade with Hester Clay. There is an old newspaper clipping of Hester Clay with 33 of us in her third and fourth grade classroom. Maybe the photo is from the Hugoton Hermes itself! Anyone care to dig that original edition up? Ahh, yes, the good ole’ days of classrooms with 33 students! Anyone want to go back to those days?
did you know? NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the regular annual meeting of the stockholders of the Johnson Cooperative Grain Company, Inc. of Johnson, Kansas will be held Tuesday, May 24, 2016 at the Stanton County Senior Center at 205 E. Weaver in Johnson, KS. Registration will be at the door. The regular business meeting will begin at 6:00 PM Central Time with a meal to be served following the meeting at 7:00 PM. The regular order of business will be followed, including the presentation of the annual financial statements, the elec- tion of two Directors, and any other business that may be properly brought before the meeting. The terms for Steve Arnold and Brett Parks have expired. Steve Arnold and Brett Parks have been nominated to run for the expired positions. Both candidates have agreed to accept the positions, if elected. The voting members will also have the opportunity to nominate additional candidates from the floor during the meeting. We urge your attendance and participation. Please plan to attend. Respectfully submitted, Clay Scott
Clay Scott Secretary
New York City’s Central Park was created by famed landscape designer Frederick Law Olmstead, who would no doubt be happy to learn that the park, which Olmstead began working on in the 1850s, is the most visited urban park in the United States. Central Park initially covered 2.5 miles, beginning at 59th Street and extending north to 106th Street (the park now extends to 110th Street), while spanning from Fifth Avenue in the east to Eighth Avenue in the west. Included in Central Park is the 55-acre Great Lawn, which is routinely filled with sun bathers, athletes, picnickers, and just about anyone else looking to do some lounging in one of the city’s most famous landmarks. Over the years, numerous performers, from rockers Bon Jovi to folk singers Simon
and Garfunkel to the New York Philharmonic, have staked their claim to the Great Lawn. The Great Lawn even played host to the Global Citizen Festival in the fall of 2015. Hosted by late night host Steven Colbert, the festival showcased world renowned performers such as Beyoncé and Pearl Jam and even featured addresses from political notables like Vice President Joe Biden and First Lady Michelle Obama. As for the rest of the park, it continues to draw millions of visitors each year, who are attracted to its expansive landscape, neverending activities and, for many, the simple chance to ditch their footwear and lie down in the green grass that is synonymous with the park. Submitted by Metro Editorial Services.
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History From The Hermes
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Compiled by Ruthie Winget Thursday, May 18, 2006 Tom Unruh of Rolla was napping on the sofa last week when a bolt of lightning struck his tree in the front yard and ricocheted onto the roof of the house. He was thrown onto the floor, elctronic devices were destroyed and pictures were knocked off the walls. Fortunately the house did not catch fire and Tom was not hurt. Thursday, May 22, 1986 Martin Daharsh, son of Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Daharsh, recently enlisted in the United States Army Reserve. Martin will do his basic train-
ing at Fort Benning, Ga. for nine weeks and then return to the college of his choice. Thursday, May 27, 1971 Walter Burrows and son Buddy saved a drowning teenage boy while fishing at Hardesty, Ok. Thursday, May 5, 1966 Jim Hittle is the only entry from Hugoton High School who qualified for State track meet. Thursday, May 26, 1966 Gladys Renfro will receive her Bachelor of Music Education degree Thursday at Panhandle A&M College. Presently, she is church organist and choir director at
the Christian Church at Hooker, Ok. Thursday, May 25, 1961 Roger McGill, who is in the Navy, spent a twenty-day furlough with his family, Mr. and Mrs. Bob McGill, Stanley and Wayne. He left Saturday for Quantico, Va., where he is stationed. He works at the base hospital. Thursday, May 24, 1951 Stevens County suffered a number of handicaps due to the flood conditions which have been prevalent for the past ten days. The bridge on Highway 270 between Hugoton and Ulysses was out for the third time Tuesday. The
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county crossing between here and Richfield has been out since last Wednesday. No trains left Hugoton from last Wednesday night to Monday night. The Cimarron River bridge was damaged such that no trains could pass until the water receded sufficiently for repairs to be made. The telephone exchange has had their troubles also. For one stretch of a day and a half, the only places which could be reached by telephone were Rolla, Moscow and Liberal. Other circuits have been out temporarily.
PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, May 12, 2016) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS GOLDEN PLAINS CREDIT UNION, Plaintiff, vs. ANDREW D. ALLEN and DOSHA D. ALLEN, Defendants. Case No. 16 CV 2 Pursuant to K.S.A. Chapter 60 NOTICE OF SALE
Lots Eleven (11) and Twelve (12), in Block Three (3), of the Coulter First Addition to the City of Hugoton, Kansas, according to the duly filed and recorded plat thereof to satisfy the judgment in the aboveentitled case. The sale is subject to the three month (3) redemption period of the defendants, and is further subject to court confirmation. Ted Heaton Sheriff of Stevens County, Kansas
Under and by virtue of an order of sale issued by the Clerk of the District Court of Stevens County, Kansas, in the above-action, wherein the parties above-named were, respectively, plaintiff and defendants, to me, the undersigned Sheriff of Stevens County, Kansas, I will offer for sale at public auction and sell to the highest bidder for cash in hand, at the front door of the courthouse in the City of
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.
Hugoton in Stevens County, Kansas, on the 6th day of June, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. of said day, the following described real estate situated in Stevens County, Kansas, to-wit:
Jim D. Mills, SC# 07132 HOPE, MILLS, BOLIN, COLLINS & RAMSEY 607 North Seventh Street, P.O. Box 439 Garden City, Kansas 67846 Phone: (620) 276-3203 Attorneys for Plaintiff
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as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations and wildlife. •Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally-occurring or result from urban storm water runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining or farming. •Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, and residential uses. •Radioactive contaminants, which are naturally occurring or the result of mining activity. •Organic contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and also come from gas stations, urban storm water runoff, and septic systems. In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulation which limits the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water system. We treat our water according to EPA’s regulations. Food and Drug Administration regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water, which must provide the same protection for public health. Our water system is required to test a minimum of 4 samples per month in accordance with the Total Coliform Rule for microbiological contaminants. Coliform bacteria are usually harmless, but their presence in water can be an indication of diseasecausing bacteria. When coliform bacteria are found, special follow-up tests are done to determine if harmful bacteria are present in the water supply. If this limit is exceeded, the water supplier must notify the public. Water Quality Data The following tables lists all of the drinking water contaminants which were detected during the 2015 calendar year. The presence of these contaminants does not necessarily indicate the water poses a health risk. Unless noted, the data presented in this table is from testing done January 1 - December 31, 2015. The state requires us to monitor for certain contaminants less than once per year because the concentrations of these contaminants are not expected to vary significantly from year to year. Some of the data, though representative of the water quality, is more than one year old. The bottom line is that the water that is provided to you is
City of Hugoton Water Quality Report - 2016 Covering Calendar Year - 2015
BREWER’S IMPERIAL CAR - This picture shows a 1914 Imperial car, owned by Mack Brewer. The lady on the right is the future Mrs. Brewer, the lady in the rear seat was a friend (chaperon probably). The picture looks as if Mack had washed and polished the car for the outing. Note the hand throttle on the steering wheel. The ladies’ hats were certainly made for the open air auto rides. How long would a hat of present day stay on? Apparently Mack had
blown a tire before the picture was taken, for he didn’t have a spare on the rim of the rear of the car. Mack’s car was really classy with cover over the top. Most people didn’t have them, as they usually cost $10 to $25 extra. The Imperial had a 45 hp Continental engine, top speed about 65 mph. Mack says he used this car for livery service, charging 15¢ to 40¢ per mile, which kept him going day and night. From the May 17, 1956 issue of The Hugoton Hermes.
The Coffeehouse Philosopher by Randy Kilbourne
“Golfing During Gunfire” Golfer Lee Trevino has said “golf was invented by the same people [Scots] that think music comes out of bagpipes”. His obvious implication was that people who played the game could become just a little bit unhinged. The British, nearby neighbors of the Scots, have also become avid devotees of the game. The Brits are known for their stiff upper lip for carrying cheerfully on in an activity, whilst having to put up with considerable ongoing difficulties. Such difficulties would include playing golf in 1940 during the Blitz in World War II – and at the same time, being strafed by German Messerschmitts. Could be something of a “sticky wicket,” old chap. While golf coach at NWOSU in Alva, Ok. over ten years ago, I met and became acquainted with Craig Lister, who was the father of Emma, an English girl whom I tried to recruit. Craig and I continue to correspond by email. When making her recruiting visit with her dad to Northwestern from Lancashire, England, Emma played all three of (then) NWOSU’s home golf courses in Alva, Boiling Springs in Woodward, and Pheasant Run in Enid. And, you might ask, could Emma play the game? In an intersquad match with three Northwestern golfers at Alva, she shot two over par with a set of borrowed men’s clubs. I should add that Emma had very attractive features – she couldn’t so much as drop a fairway club’s head cover without one of the male members of the team catching it before it hit the ground. Craig wanted Emma to attend Northwestern, but she instead chose to attend a New York university where she could intern on Wall Street. (She also had some smarts.) Connecting back to 1940,
since this week brings the Master’s golf tournament in Augusta, Georgia, Craig sent me a copy of the Richmond Golf Club’s (in England) “temporary rules” while the Blitz was going strong. German aircraft based in Norway would attack targets in England, and have to clear their guns of a dab of wax that was placed in their muzzles in order to keep the guns from becoming clogged with ice on the trip over. The German planes would typically select relatively undefended industrial sites as targets for these first few shots. But as some of these sorties flew over English golf courses, some German pilots couldn’t resist clearing their guns by taking potshots at English golfers (which by any stretch of one’s imagination, doesn’t seem quite “cricket”.) As Marquis of Queensberry types, the English are known for their strict adherence to the rules, and some of the golf clubs, like Richmond, felt the pressure to codify any changes which might compromise the “strict rules of golf”. The Richmond club’s temporary rules are an example of what the English will do to preserve the absolute purity of the game. Accordingly, allow me to quote from some of Richmond’s modified rules. “1) Players are asked to collect bomb and shrapnel splinters to save these causing damage to the mowing machines. 2) In competitions, during gunfire or while bombs are falling, players may take cover without penalty for ceasing play. 3) The positions of known delayed action bombs are marked by red flags at a reasonably, but not guaranteed, safe distance there from. 4) Shrapnel and or bomb splinters on the fairways, or in bunkers within a clubs length of the ball, may be moved without penalty, and no penalty shall be in-
curred if a ball is thereby caused to move accidentally. 5) A ball moved by enemy action may be replaced, or if lost or destroyed, a ball may be dropped not nearer to a hole without penalty. 6) A ball lying in a [bomb] crater may be lifted and dropped not nearer the hole, preserving the line to the hole, without penalty. 7) A player whose stroke is affected by the simultaneous explosion of a bomb may play another ball from the same place. Penalty one stroke.” And that my friend, is indicative of a VERY stiff upper lip. As a footnote, all Americans should know that baseball season is now in full swing. If you haven’t yet taken the opportunity to take a modest drive and attend a Ranger game at Myers’ Stadium on the Northwestern campus, you’re missing out on a real treat – and a free one at that – and only 170 miles away (well, it’s somewhat close.) A great deal of money has gone into making the stadium a first class facility, with well structured seating and press box, and a field having beautifully manicured green grass and neatly maintained red soil. And need I add, the games feature some very talented players. At a twilight game last Friday, wife Patti and I sat next to the parents of one of the new Ranger players. These (Cajun) Ranger fans make a weekly drive (ten hours one way) all the way from Louisiana to see their son play ball. See y’all out at the old ball game – but not during the Masters.
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This brochure is a snapshot of the quality of the water that we provided last year. Included are the details about where you water comes from, what it contains, and how it compares to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state standards. We are committed to providing you with information because informed customers are our best allies. If you would like to observe the decisionmaking process that affect drinking water quality, please call JACK ROWDEN at (620) 544-8531. Your water comes from 7 Ground Water Wells Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as those with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-4264791). Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the EPA's Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-4264791). The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. Contaminants that may be present in source water before treatment may include: •Microbial contaminants, such
safe. Terms and Abbreviations: Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG): the “Goal” is the level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to human health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety. Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL): the “Maximum Allowed” MCL is the highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment technology. Secondary Maximum Contaminant Level (SMCL); recommended level for contaminant that is not regulated and has no MCL. Action Level (AL): the concentrating of a contaminant that, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements. Treatment Technique (TT): a required process intended to reduce levels of a contaminant in drinking water. Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level (MRDL): The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants. Non-Detects (ND): lab analysis indicates that the contaminant is not present. Parts per Million (ppm): or milligrams per liter (mg/l) Parts per Billion (ppb): or micrograms per liter (µg/1) Picocuries per Liter (pCi/L): a measure of the radioactivity in water. Millirems per Year (mrem/yr): measure of radiation absorbed by the body. Monitoring Period Average (MPA): An average of sample results obtained during a defined time frame, common examples of monitoring periods are monthly, quarterly and yearly. Nephelometric Turbidity Unit (NTU): a measure of the clarity of water. Turbidity in excess of 5 NTU is just noticeable to the average person. Turbidity is not regulated for groundwater systems. Running Annual Average (RAA): an average of sample results obtained over the most current 12 months and used to determine compliance with MCLs. Locational running annual average (LRAA): Average of sample analytical results for samples taken at a particular monitoring location during the previous four calendar quarters.
Testing Results for: CITY OF HUGOTON Regulated Collection Date Contaminants
Your Highest Range Value (low/high)
ARSENIC BARIUM CHROMIUM FLUORIDE
3/7/2013 3/7/2013 3/7/2013 3/7/2013
3.4 0.024 5.3 0.44
NITRATE SELENIUM
4/7/2015 3/7/2013
4.7 8.9
Disinfection Byproducts TTHM
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Secondary Contaminants Collection Date ALKALINITY, TOTAL 3/7/2013 CALCIUM 3/7/2013 CHLORIDE 3/7/2013 CONDUCTIVITY @ 25 C UMHOS/CM 3/7/2013 CORROSIVITY 3/7/2013 HARDNESS, TOTAL (AS CACO3) 3/7/2013 IRON 3/7/2013 MAGNESIUM 3/7/2013 MANGANESE 3/7/2013 PH 3/7/2013 POTASSIUM 3/7/2013 SILICA 3/7/2013 SODIUM 3/7/2013 SULFATE 3/7/2013 TDS 3/7/2013 ZINC 3/7/2013
Highest Value Range 181 147-181 76 68-76 54 16-54 870 660-870 0.32 0.044-0.32 340 240-340 0.52 0.023-0.52 36 18-36 0.0074 0.0024-0.0074 7.9 7.5-7.9 4.7 3.3-4.7 29 25-29 54 43-54 170 150-170 550 430-550 0.025 0.0068-0.025
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PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, May 12, 2016) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS GOLDEN PLAINS CREDIT UNION, Plaintiff, vs. JARROD G. MOSER, Defendant. Case No. 16 CV 1 NOTICE OF SALE THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: Under and by virtue of an order of sale issued by the Clerk of the District Court of Stevens County, Kansas, in the above-action, wherein the parties above-named were, respectively, plaintiff and defendant, to me, the undersigned Sheriff of Stevens County, Kansas, I will offer for sale at public auction and sell to the highest bidder for cash in hand, at the front door of the courthouse in the City of Hugoton in Stevens County, Kansas, on the 6th day of June, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. of said day, the following described real estate situated in Stevens County, Kansas, to-wit:
A part of Lot Four (4) in Block Ninety-three (93) in the City of Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, described as follows: Beginning at a point 80 feet South of the Northwest corner of said lot, thence South Fifty-eight and Two-tenths (58.2) feet along the West line of said lot, thence in an Easterly direction to a point on the East line of said lot which point is One Hundred Forty and One-tenth (140.1) feet South of the Northeast corner of said lot, thence North along the East line of said lot a distance of Sixty and One-tenth (60.1) feet to a point which is Eighty (80) feet South of the Northeast corner of said lot, thence West to the point of beginning.
According to the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, endometriosis occurs when the tissue that normally lines the uterus grows outside the uterus. Affecting roughly five million women in the United States alone, endometriosis may appear in patches, most of which are found in the pelvic cavity. These patches
may be found on or under the ovaries, on the fallopian tubes, behind the uterus, on the tissues that hold the uterus in place or on the bowels or bladder. Recent research into the relationship between the pain resulting from endometriosis and the location of endometriosis patches found that the location of the patches is not related to the
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pain when urinating or having a bowel movement. An inability to get pregnant and digestive problems, including diarrhea, constipation, bloating or nausea, especially during menstrual periods, may also occur. More information about endometriosis is available at www.womens health.gov. Submitted by Metro Editorial Services.
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severity of the pain or even the location of the pain. That pain can be considerable, and women with endometriosis may experience various kinds of pain, including very painful menstrual cramps and chronic pain in their lower backs and pelvic regions. Some women with endometriosis experience pain during or after sex, and others have intestinal pain or
Full-time Mill Labor/ Maintenance Person JBS Five Rivers Cattle Feeding/Grant County Feeders is hiring a Full Time Mill Labor/Maintenance Person. Grain handling, welding skills and electrical knowledge is a plus. Applicant must have a valid driver’s license, satisfactory verbal and written communication skills. We are looking for an individual who wants to be part of a positive, productive workforce, and values Safety First. We offer competitive wages and full benefits. Contact Pedro Mendoza at 620-805-1421 or email pedro.mendoza@jbssa.com. You can apply in person at 7597 W. Road 17, Ulysses, KS between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., or may apply online at: www.fiveriverscattle.com/careers. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled(3c17)
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NEW LISTING - $128,000 - 502 S. Wildcat Ct.- This nice home is just the right size and price for a family to grow into, or for those wanting to downsize. Big back yard and oversized garage all on a quiet cul-desac. New exterior paint and modern color scheme inside. This home is ready to move right in. The garage with workshop area has its own central heat unit.
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108 West 11th - Ranch Style, Brick, 3 bed/5 b, basement, 2 kitchens, att & det garage, "Man Cave". $176,500 1110 S Jefferson - Ranch style, 3 bed/2 b, kitchen appliances, "Mother In Law" quarters w/kit/bath/fpl, att garage, fence, sprinkler. Call today for your showing!!
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With more than 6,600 children in foster care in Kansas, there is a constant need to ensure loving foster families are ready and willing to care for children in need. A large number of the youth in the State’s care have special physical, emotional and/or behavioral needs. An event at the State Capitol Building in Topeka highlighted stories of hope for youth in foster care and celebrated those who provide care for youth with special needs. First Lady Mary Brownback joined the Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) and community partners at the Statehouse to celebrate Foster Care Month. The event included a news conference, more than a dozen booths on foster care services, a lunch provided by DCF’s foster care contractors, KVC and Saint Francis Community Services, and music from the Topeka High School jazz band. Manhattan High School senior Peyton Peterson, who has been in foster care since he was seven, plans to hit campus at Kansas State University, his wheelchair not holding him back from big dreams. “I plan to become a biochemist, because I want to make a difference in the world,” said Peterson. “The opportunity I have wouldn’t
have been there for me without the foster care system. Foster care has helped many people I know who would have otherwise just been left.” Topekans Derek and Stephanie Sharp have parented several youth in foster care over the past 13 years, including some with intellectual and developmental disabilities. “Being a foster parent is like a bridge, because the giving goes both ways,” said Derek Sharp. “We have been able to provide things for the kids that they wouldn’t have otherwise had, but they have brought to our family amazing things too. Our biological children have grown so much from the experience, and they will be better people because of it.” The First Lady discussed how members of the community can impact the lives of youth in foster care through the HOPE Mentoring program, which this summer will add a youth mentoring component to the recently launched program for adults who receive financial assistance. “There is a great need in the foster care system, and there are many roles to play,” said the First Lady. “We want every child to have a loving environment to grow up in, but we also want to help
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DCF Prevention and Protection Services Director Deneen Dryden addresses the need for more foster families. every youth aging out of the system to be able to have a mentor who will help them as they transition into adulthood.” Informational booths and tables were sponsored by stakeholder groups including: KVC, St. Francis Community Services, Children’s Alliance, DCCCA, Ember Hope, GO Project, Lifeline, Shelter, KCSL, KFAN, KFAPA, KYAC and TFI. Foster Care Statistics: · There are currently 6,685 children in foster care in Kansas. · Approximately 2,750 family foster homes are licensed in Kansas. · Approximately 350 children are available for adoption in the state. · Approximately 94 percent of children in foster care are
placed in a family-like setting. · The average age of a child in foster care is eight. · 57 percent of children in foster care have a case plan goal of reintegration. · 33 percent of children in foster care are placed with a relative. To be a foster parent you must: · Be at least 21 · Pass background checks · Have sufficient income · Participate in a family assessment · Complete training · Obtain sponsorship · Complete first aid training · Be licensed by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment Submitted by the Kansas Department for Children and Families.
know? A report published in the Lancet in 2012 suggests a lack of exercise now causes as many deaths across the globe as smoking. A team of 33 researchers representing centers around the world contributed to the study. It was determined about onethird of all adults are not getting enough physical activity to keep them healthy and to prevent the nearly 5.3 million deaths per year that can be linked to sedentary lifestyles. The United States Department of Health and Human Services recommends adults get 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity per week, or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity. It’s also beneficial to do a combination of activities for exercise variety. Submitted by Metro Editorial Services.
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SOCIAL SECURITY NEWS By Rich Fowler Social Security Operations Supervisor in Dodge City WHAT IS FICA? Receiving your first paycheck is an empowering milestone. Do you remember being a little shocked by the taxes Uncle Sam takes out of each paycheck? Understanding how important your contribution is takes some of the sting away because your taxes are helping millions of Americans - and financially securing your today and tomorrow. By law, employers must withhold Social Security taxes from workers’ paychecks. While usually referred to as “Social Security taxes” on an employee’s pay statement, sometimes the deduction is labeled as “FICA.” This stands for Federal Insurance Contributions Act, a reference to the original Social Security Act. In some cases, you will see “OASDI,” which stands for Old Age Survivors Disability Insurance, the official name for the Social Security Insurance program. The taxes you pay now mean a lifetime of protection - for retirement in old age or in the event of disability. And when you die, your family - or future family - may be able to receive survivors’ benefits
based on your work as well. Right now you probably have family members grandparents, for example who already are enjoying Social Security benefits your Social Security taxes help provide. Social Security is solvent now and will be through 2033. At that point, we’ll be able to fund retirement benefits at 75 percent unless changes are made to the law. In the past, Social Security has evolved to meet the needs of a changing population - and you can count on Social security in the future. Because you’re a long way from retirement, you may have a tough time seeing the value of benefit payments that could be many decades in the future. But keep in mind that the Social Security taxes you’re paying can provide valuable disability or survivors benefits in the event the unexpected happens. Studies show that of today’s 20-year-olds, about one in four will become disabled, and about one in eight will die, before reaching retirement. Be warned: if an employer offers to unlawfully pay you
“under the table,” you should refuse. They may try to sell it as a benefit to you since you get a few extra dollars in your net pay. But you’re really only allowing the employer to deprive you from earning your Social Security credits. This could keep you from qualifying for any benefits, or result in you receiving less than you should. Also, don’t carry your Social Security card around with you. It’s an important document you should safeguard and protect. If it’s lost or stolen, it could fall into the hands of an identity thief. Check out our Webinar, “Social Security 101: What’s in it for me?” The Webinar explains what you need to know about Social Security. You can find it at http://go. usa.gov/cdNeY. If you’d like to learn a little more about Social Security and exactly what you’re earning for yourself by paying Social Security taxes, take a look at our online booklet, How You Earn Credits, at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs /10072.html. You can also learn more at www.socialsecurity.gov.