Volume 125, Number 21
Thursday, May 24, 2012
Gonzalez and Warren earn spots in Hutch News Honor Team The Hutchinson News has released the list of students who comprise the Overcoming Challenges First Hour Honor Team. Among them are Hugoton student Sharon Gonzalez, and Rolla student Colton Warren. Sharon Gonzalez is the daughter of Luis and Victoria Gonzalez. An English as a Second Language student, Sharon told HHS Counselor Brittani Mahan as a sophomore she wanted to be the school's valedictorian or salutatorian. The requirements to be selected changed her junior year, but she stayed the course. During her senior year, she came down with mono and was out of school for five weeks. Though terribly tired and ill for a considerable time, she worked from home to complete assignments in the upper level courses. Though Sharon was not honored as class salutatorian or valedictorian, she
Sharon Gonzalez
is a hardworking student. Colton Warren is the son of Tom and Patty Warren. Tom and Patty were told at his birth he'd likely not have a long life, and probably wouldn't interact with them due to a chromosomal disorder called Cri Du Chat Syndrome. He's overcome a lack of traditional speech ability, small body size, and respiratory difficulties yet interacts with nearly every student and adult in school, counselor Kris Hall related. His communication is a combination of signing and facial expression. His class work looks different than his peers, yet his love of learning and excellence show through. He has steel rods that hold his spine straight, but bowls better than most. Congratulations to these upstanding and admirable students! Information for this article was gathered from The Hutchinson News.
Colton Warren
Election Day approaching Primary election time seems far off - Tuesday, August 7, voters will make their voices heard at the local, county, state and national level - but summer time is very busy, so it’ll be here before you know it! If you are filing for a county, township or precinct office, you must have all forms filed in the
County Clerk’s office, 200 East Sixth, by 12:00 noon Friday, June 1, 2012. To do your part as a voter, be aware you must be registered by July 17, 2012 at 5:00 p.m. If you aren’t registered, or you have changed your name, address, or political party, you need to regisContinued to page 2
Give back this week If you’re feeling charitable this week, you have plenty of opportunities to give locally! Thursday evening, Hugoton’s Pizza Hut will be hosting a “fun”draiser for James Mason (Jimmy Miller) from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. Ten percent of each eligible purchase will go to help pay mounting medical bills. In order to contribute, you must submit a slip designating your participation with your ticket. If you would like to support this cause and enjoy a delicious pizza, contact Jamie Mason at 620-360-0384 to get a slip to hand in. Flyers with the slips were handed out to local businesses this week. Pizza Hut cannot hand out the slips, so be sure to contact Jamie to get yours before Thursday evening.
Jimmy, as many know him, went to school in Hugoton, and his three children reside in the area, Stacy Bevan and Christopher Mason currently live in Hugoton, and daughter Jamie Mason lives in Rolla. Also Thursday evening, five competitors in the Miss Kansas 2012 pageant will be offering a Miss Kansas “preview” at the Hugoton Middle School Auditorium at 6:30 p.m. The show will support Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. You’ll have a chance to preview the contestants’ interviews, talents and evening gowns. Free-will donations will be accepted at the entertaining showcase. Friday, May 25 is Poppy Day! Hugoton’s American Legion AuxilContinued to page 3
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HHS, MHS and RHS: State Bound!
Kyler Telford
Statebound Hugoton athletes include, back row, left to right, Nicole Kinser, Chase Hittle, Luis Castro, Ulises Armendariz, Patrick
Weaver and Jacob Martin; and kneeling on the front row, Avory Stegman and Skylar McLain.
Friday, May 25 is Poppy Day In 1923, the poppy became the official flower of the American Legion Family in memory of the soldiers who fought on the battlefields during World War I. The poppy gained its prominence as a lasting symbol of the military’s sacrifice in the famous wartime poem “In Flanders Fields” written on the battlefront by Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, M.D. during World War I. It begins: “In Flanders Fields the poppies blow Between the crosses row on row. . .” The image of the poppy as a memorial to the war dead can be traced to a single individual, Ms. Moina Michael, who, in November 1918, bought a bouquet of poppies and handed them to businessmen where she worked. She asked them to wear the poppy as a tribute to the fallen. Today, more than five million poppies are made each year by disabled veterans, generating nearly two million dollars in contributions. The poppy program is the oldest and most widely recognized Auxiliary program. Each year around Memorial Day, Auxiliary volunteers distribute the bright red crepe paper poppies in exchange for contributions Continued to page 4
Katie Murray
The Moscow High School Boys' Track Team placed second at Regionals at South Gray, earning them a Runner-Up plaque and several members will advance to State. The Moscow tracksters include Brice Valdez, Osvaldo Granillo, Rigo Bustillos, Breck Roop, Jaron Thompson, Jonatan Manriquez and Alexis Manriquez. State bound athletes are Osvaldo, Breck, Jonatan, Rigo, Brice and Alexis.
Moscow throwing coach Cindy Broaddus takes a moment from training to congratulate thrower Courtney Clark, on the right, for her upcoming appearance at State.
Community’s interest apparent for “Safe Routes” Hugoton city employee Jan Leonard, along with EBH engineer Paul Stoner, conducted a” walk around” over part of the proposed Safe Routes to School project Thursday afternoon. Elementary school children participated in the walk. T.J. Steers of Stevens County Sheriff’s Department also participated in the walk.
The City of Hugoton and USD 210 are collaborating in a Safe Routes to School Project. Federal monies are available for the program as set forth by the Safe Accountable Flexible Efficient Transportation Equity Act. Funds are administered through the Kansas Department of Transportation.
Students gather in front of Hugoton Elementary School to walk the proposed “Safe Routes
The city was awarded $15,000 in funding for the Phase 1 planning portion of the project. The planning phase produced an application to be submitted by Paul Stoner for Phase 2 construction funds. The amount of funds requested is $250,000. Due to the deContinued to page 3
to School.” The City of Hugoton and USD 210 are collaborating on the project.
Celebrate National EMS Week by recognizing local volunteers During National Emergency Medical Services Week, we would like everyone to recognize the tremendous role our local EMS practitioners make to improve health in our community. The around-the-clock dedication to providing emergency care is evident with one statistic: more than 36 million patients were cared for by EMS professionals in 2011 alone. Emergency care professionals are committed to delivering emergency medical care in the commu-
nity. Stevens County’s own EMS personnel are: Hugoton Station - Kenneth Burrows EMT-1; Michael Burrows EMT1/TO; Beverly Gerrond EMT-1, Danny Gerrond
ET-1/TO; Phillip Gooch EMR; Nylene Johnson EMT-1/D/TO; Rodney Kelling EMT-1/D, EMS Director; Joy Lewis EMT1/D/1C; John Moser EMT-1/TO, Assistant EMS Director; Tammie Pe-
Stevens County has a fine fleet of emergency vehicles for our around-the-clock crew of EMS practitioners to use.
terson EMT; Betty Rosel EMT-1/D; Matt Russell EMT/1; Tom Schechter EMT-1/D; Greg Sohm EMT-1; Phillip Thompson EMT-1; Melvin Vaughn EMT-1. Moscow Station - Margaret Bell EMR; Bradley Dahle EMT-1; Darroll Munson EMT; Susan Munson EMR; Terry Pierson EMT-1. Law Enforcement Chris Beltz EMR; Homer Garza EMR; Ted Heaton EMT; Courtney Leslie EMR; Bob Lines EMR; Brian Schooley EMR; and Continued to page 3
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Election Continued from page 1 ter at the County Clerk’s office. They are open Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. You can apply for an Advanced Ballot at any time. Advanced voting will start July 23, 2012 in the County Clerk’s office. All advanced ballots need to be in the County Clerk’s office by 7:00 p.m. Election Day. Do not take your advanced ballot to the polling place. August 3, 2012 is the last day to apply for a mail advanced ballot. August 6,
Stevens County Fire Department And Ambulance Report Stevens County Emergency Services run activity May 14 through May 20. Fire Department Hugoton Station Sunday, May 20, 4:32 p.m. Emergency responders were dispatched to a one vehicle rollover between Road J and Road 25. Three patients were transported to Stevens County Hospital. Fire Department Moscow Station No activity this period. Ambulance Activity Four medical runs, one Life Flight and one vehicle accident.
2012 is the last day to vote an advanced ballot as a “walk in” voter. If you would like to work for the election board, and you are a registered Stevens County voter, contact the County Clerk’s office at 5442541. If you have any questions about the upcoming primary election, please call the County Clerk’s office.
My flesh and my heart faileth; but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever. Psalm 73:26
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Obituaries
Stevens County Hospital Report Admissions 5/8/12 None 5/9/12 Eddie Vasquez One Patient 5/10/12 Christine Gustason Sharon Leeper Two Patients 5/11/12 Dean Lewis One Patient 5/12/12 Charlie Broaddus Jr 5/13/12 Two Patients 5/14/12 Dean Lewis One Patient 5/15/12 One Patient 5/16/12 Two Patients 5/17/12 None 5/18/12 Lorene Reever Two Patients 5/19/12 None 5/20/12 One Patient 5/21/12 Dorothy Hawkins One Patient
Dismissals 5/8/12 5/9/12
Avis Curtis Eddie Vasquez One Patient 5/10/12 None 5/11/12 Christine Gustason One Patient 5/12/12 One Patient 5/13/12 Sharon Leeper Dean Lewis One Patient 5/14/12 One Patient 5/15/12 One Patient 5/16/12 Charlie Broaddus Jr. One Patient 5/17/12 Three Patients 5/18/12 Lorene Reever Two Patients 5/19/12 One Patient 5/20/12 None 5/21/12 Dean Lewis
Xander Hardy Little baby Xander Storm Hardy, six and a half month old son of Becky Moore and David Hardy, passed from this life Monday morning, May 14, 2012 at Northwest Texas Hospital in Amarillo, Tx.
Currently in the Hospital: Dorothy Hawkins and Three Patients
HUGOTON POLICE REPORT Business Hours, Call 544-4959 After Hours, Call 544-2020 Monday, May 14, 2012 • Welfare Check, 500 Block of South Van Buren, Public Service, Officer Goetzinger • Vehicle Unlock, 600 Block of East Eleventh, Citizen Assist, Officer Goetzinger • Citizen Assist, 300 Block of South Main, Public Service, Officer Goetzinger Tuesday, May 15, 2012 • Vehicle Unlock, 100 Block of West Sixth, Citizen Assist, Officer Goetzinger • Medical Assist, 700 Block of South Harrison, Public Service, Officer Hagman Wednesday, May 16, 2012 • Suspicious Activity, 300 Block of East Third, Investigated, Officer
Crane/ Officer Hagman • Domestic Dispute, 200 Block of South Washington, Everything Okay, Officer Crane/ Officer Hagman Thursday, May 17, 2012 • Non Injury Accident, 500 Block of East Eighth, Took Report, Sergeant Johnson • Medical Assist, Public Service, Officer Crane • Dog Bite, 900 Block of South Coulter, Took Report, Officer Crane Friday, May 18, 2012 • Vehicle Unlock, 400 Block of West Seventh, Citizen Assist, Officer Goetzinger • Fox, 400 Block of West Tenth, Unable to Locate, Officer Goetzinger • Fox, Alley at Harrison/Polk, Unable
to Locate, Officer Crane • Civil Standby, 200 Block of South Jackson, Public Service, Officer Crane • Motorist Assist, 100 Block of North Main, Public Service, Officer Lamatsch Saturday, May 19, 2012 • Escort, Public Service, Sergeant Johnson/Officer Crane/Officer Goetzinger • Citizen Assist, 500 Block of Copperstone, Public Service, Officer Goetzinger • Suspicious Activity, 200 Block of South Monroe, Officer Crane Sunday, May 20, 2012 • Horse at Large, Sixth Street, Officer Goetzinger
Xander Storm was born October 24, 2011 in Guymon, Ok. He lived with his family in Hugoton and was the much - adored little “Xman”. He brought joy to all who met him. He is with Jesus now, but he will be terribly missed here on earth. Survivors include his parents; three big sisters, Jade Riffel, Cailyn Hardy and
Ralph Hicks Graveside services are planed for Ralph Edwin Hicks. Mr. Hicks passed
WHAT’S HAPPENIN’ May 21-25 - Hugoton City-wide Clean-up. Call 544-8531 for more information. - Signups for Hugoton Recreation Commission summer activities such as T-ball, tennis, dance, Zumba, Blas Ball, Red Cross swimming, ceramics and traveling golf. You can also sign up for wrestling or basketball camp. Visit www.hugotonrec.com or stop by the HRC at 211 S. Madison to find out more. May 24 - Last day of school for Early Chilldhood Development Center and Hugoton Elementary School. Students will be released at 11:30 a.m. - Last day of school for USD 217 Rolla students - Miss Kansas Pageant Preview at 6:30 p.m. at the HHS Auditorium. May 25 - Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Room at the Stevens County Courthouse. May 27 - July 1 - Stauth Memorial Museum in Montezuma will host “Say It with Snap! Motivating Workers by Design 1923-1929.” The exhibit will showcase workplace posters from World War I through World War II. The museum is located at 111 N. Aztec in Montezuma. They are closed Mondays. Please call 620-8462527 for more information. May 28 - Memorial Day
May 30 - Singer/songwriter Steve Eulberg will present a free concert at the Stevens County Library at 6:30 p.m. May 31 - Hugoton City Council will meet at 5:15 p.m. in the Council room in the City Office. June 1 - National Doughnut Day - Filing deadline for August 7 primary election at 12:00 noon. Call the Stevens County clerk at 544-2541 for more information. - Summer Reading program at Stevens County Library begins. June 2 - Santa Fe Trail fishing derby at the Cimarron National Grassland Recreation Area. Registration and fishing will begin at 8:00 a.m., with weighin from 11:00 a.m. until noon. There will be a free hot dog lunch. For more information, contact Cimarron National Grassland at 620-697-4621. June 4 - Hugoton City Council will meet at 5:15 p.m. in the Council room in the City Office. - Celebrate Recovery will commence with a kick-off barbecue at 7:00 p.m. at the Assembly of God Church at 138 S. Main. For more information, please contact Patty Bultman at 620-428-2046 or Alan Bultman at 620-5446520. - Stevens County Commissioners will meet in the Com-
missioners’ Room in the basement of the Stevens County Courthouse at 8:30 a.m. - Stevens County Economic Development will meet at 12:00 noon at the Senior Center. June 6 - Hugoton Airport Board will meet at 7:00 p.m. at Hugoton Municipal Airport. June 8 - Best Friends Day June 9 - Dust Bowl Riders will host the annual Brian Lamberson Memorial Poker Run at Barb’s Den on Sixth Street in Hugoton. There will be vendors, friends, bikes and barbecue! To find out more, visit www.hugotonpokerrun.org. June 12 - Stevens County Economic Development will meet at 12:00 noon at the Senior Center. June 13 - Moscow City Council will meet at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, 125 Main Street in Moscow. The public is invited to attend. June 14 - Flag Day June 17 - Happy Father’s Day! June 18 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet in the Commissioners’ Room in the basement of the Stevens County Courthouse at 8:30 a.m. - USD 210 Board of Education will meet at 6:30 p.m.
It’s OK for a soldier to cry ~ In Remembrance of Memorial Day ~ When a good friend dies in the midst of war And you pray and ask God why After the fighting is done and you stop to rest It’s okay for a soldier to cry. When the battle is on you try to survive From ground fire and death from the sky You must do your part till the battle is won Then it’s okay for a soldier to cry. When the orders you give as leader of men Cause many a good man to die You must put it aside till the fighting is through Only then is it okay to cry. When the battles are won and at last you’re at home Feel no remorse that you didn’t die Just remember our friends and the job that was done It’s okay for a soldier to cry.
June 18 - Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce will host their monthly luncheon. Call Executive Director Kristin Farnum at 544-4305 or email hugoton chamber@gmail.com for more information. June 18-24 - National Nursing Assistants’ Week June 20 - First day of summer June 21 - All Saints Day at Seward County Community College. New Fall 2012 students can go to this orientation to learn about the campus, enrollment, instructors, services, books and more. You can register online at allsaintsdays.com. June 26 - Glenda Hopkins, Veterans Service Representative, will be at the Stevens County Library from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. She can assist veterans and their dependents in applying for benefits from the Veterans Administration. To make an appointment, please call 620-544-3102 or visit her office at 116 E. Chestnut in Garden City. July 2 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet in the Commissioners’ Room at the Stevens County Courthouse at 8:30 a.m. July 3 - Stevens County Economic Development Board will meet at 12:00 noon at the Senior Center. July 4 - Happy Independence Day! July 8 - August 19 - Stauth Memorial Museum will host “The Wartime Escape: Margaret and H.A. Rey’s Journey from France,” featuring the authors of “Curious George” as they make their escape from the Nazi invasion of Paris at the beginning of World War II. The museum is located at 111 N. Aztec in Montezuma. They are closed Mondays. Please call 620-846-2527 for more information. July 9 - Hugoton City Council will meet in the Council room in the City Office at 5:15 p.m. July 10 - Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce will host their
Emma Moore; his big brother Justice Riffel; grandparents, Jacque Shuler of Guymon, Pat and Susan Moore of Hesston and Rick Freeman of Floresville, Tx.; great grandparents, Gladys Shuler of Guymon, Charlyn Sill of Hesston and Arnold Freeman of Batesville, Tx.; and his aunts, uncles and their families, Philip Moore, Joseph Calamaio, Christina Calamaio, Angela Boardman, Jessica Garrett, Melissa Cash and Julie Freeman. Xander was preceded in death by his great grandparents, Clark Shuler, Todd and Peggy Moore and Carolyn Freeman. Funeral services were attended Saturday afternoon, May 19, 2012 at the Lifeway Christian Church in Guymon with Pastor Dallas McGlasson and Reverand Melissa Cash officiating. Xander was buried at Elmhurst Cemetery. Memorials may be given in lieu of flowers to Xander’s family, c/o Henson-Novak Funeral Directors, P.O. Box 1306, Guymon, Ok. 73942. www.hensonnovak.com.
monthly luncheon. Call Executive Director Kristin Farnum at 544-4305 or email hugotonc h a m b e r @ g m a i l . com for more information. - All Saints Day at Seward County Community College. New Fall 2012 students can go to this orientation to learn about the campus, enrollment, instructors, services, books and more. You can register online at allsaintsdays.com. July 13 - Embrace Your Geekness Day July 13-14 - Fourth Annual Meade County Fair WRCA Ranch Rodeo, starting at 6:30 p.m. See working cowboy action like bronc riding, team sorting, stray gathering and wild cow milking, and a ranch horse competition! There will be mutton bustin’ both nights. For more information, call 620-563-7715 or 620-6297090. July 14-15 - Dalton Days at Meade County Fairgrounds in Meade with a Fun Run, vendors, reenactments, softball, parade, car and bike show, talent show, free swimming, homemade ice cream, barbecue, dancing and more. For more information, visit meadedaltondays.com. July 16 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet in the Commissioners’ Room at the Stevens County Courthouse at 8:30 a.m. - USD 210 Board of Education will meet at 6:30 p.m. July 19 - All Saints Day at Seward County Community College. New Fall 2012 students can go to this orientation to learn about the campus, enrollment, instructors, services, books and more. You can register online at allsaintsdays.com. July 24 - Glenda Hopkins, Veterans Service Representative, will be at the Stevens County Library from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. She can assist veterans and their dependents in applying for benefits from the Veterans Administration. To make an appointment, please call 620-544-3102.
away Friday, December 9, 2011 at Liberty, Mo. Hospital at the age of 70. He was born March 22, 1941 to Herman Hicks and the former Ada McClure in Hugoton. Mr. Hicks was a civil engineer for the Kansas State Highway Department. He was also active in the Jaycees for several years. November 10, 1963 Ralph married Patricia Correll. Later, April 4, 1981, he married Catherine Jean Dreher. She preceded him in death. His parents; two brothers, Louis and Arland Hicks; and his sister Doris Hofsas all preceded Ralph in death also. August 4, 2003, he married Vida Shipman in Arcadia, Mo. She survives. Other survivors besides his wife are, his son Mac Hicks and wife Catherine of El Dorado; daughter Edi Logan of El Dorado; three stepsons, Larry Gasper of Overland Park, Thomas Gasper of Bartlesville, Ok. and Daniel Edwards of Platte City, Mo.; his sister Phyllis Gray of Satanta; one grandchild; ten step grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends. Graveside services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 26, 2012 in the Satanta Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Satanta Alumni Association and may be mailed to Haskell County Funeral Home, Box 607, Sublette, Ks 67877.
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Principal Cade patrols HES halls Cade Mecklenburg was Principal of the Day Friday, May 18, 2012. He earned 200 Accelerated Reading Points. His day started by helping Mrs. McBride with work in the library while Mrs. Boxum was in a meeting. Then he emailed his mom. He went to the ECDC to pull the fire drill. Back at the Elementary School he handed out ice cream. Then he and Mrs. Boxum went to Nietos for lunch. His teacher is Mrs. Dillinger.
After lunch he went to the middle school and high school and then went back to the ECDC for Principal time with the Kindergarten students. Then he went back to the elementary school to have his friend Cutter call his mom for fun. He called Brayden to the office to read a book. Then he got things from Sonic for the secretaries. Next he did a little work. His favorite part of the day was when he went on the roof. Lastly, he did First Grade Principal time. At 3:06 he got
to pull the fire alarm for his school. “I had a really good day!”
Article written by Cade Mecklenburg, second grader at Hugoton Elementary.
Thursday, May 24, 2012
Katie Crawford claims Student of the Month title at Heritage Katie Crawford is this month’s Heritage Christian Academy Student of the Month! Katie is 12 years old and in the fifth grade at Heritage Christian Academy. She was born May 16, 2000, in Liberal. Her parents are Shannon and Diana Crawford. Katie has one younger sister, MaryBeth. Katie loves
EMS Week Continued from page 1 Duane Topliss EMR. Make a point to thank one of these professional people this week for the service they provide our community. At times it can be a very intense, sobering, scary, physically and mentally challenging job. They must take hours of training and most all of them work as volunteers to serve you. What would we do without them? These volunteers have to take time off from their family and “real” jobs for training and calls, so maybe thank the employers also who allow these people to take this valuable time to serve our community. So allin-all - hug an EMS worker today or bake them a pie or take them out to dinner to celebrate National Emergency Medical Services Week! Rodney said to inform anyone interested an EMT Class will be offered this fall. If interested please call 544-2562 for more information or stop by the office at 109 NW Avenue. The following is from Health and Human Services Office of Public Affairs: Emergency care professionals strive for seamless care, from the field to the hospital emergency department or trauma center. Their commitment to ensuring that patients receive the best medical care available, anytime and anywhere, is instrumental to advancing the health, safety, and well-being of the American people. EMS is an essential part of building a resilient health care system that functions efficiently and effectively every
day and is capable of responding to disasters and public health emergencies. Efforts at the federal level are all aimed at supporting the men and women on the front lines of health care system - the EMTs, paramedics, dispatchers, nurses, physicians, researchers, educators, administrators and supervisors who come together to provide the best possible care when personal, community, or national tragedy strikes. HHS programs, centers, and agencies provide significant support to various emergency medicine communities. I am pleased to lead a new HHS work group charged with improving the coordination and collaboration within the department. We will identify gaps in dayto-day emergency medical capabilities, and collaborate within HHS and with the emergency medicine communities to bridge those gaps so we better serve this professional community and improve emergency care nationwide. Please join me during the National EMS Week in thanking the dedicated professionals in emergency medical services for the critical work they do to improve the health of the nation and strengthen the health security of all Americans. Nicole Lurie, MD, MSPH Rear Admiral, U.S. Public Health Service Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
A large group of kids and grownups trek down the sidewalk on Jackson Street, heading toward Hugoton Middle School for Safe Routes to School.
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Cade Mecklenberg, perched on the roof while students play at recess below, reviews his day as HES principal.
animals; she has two dogs; Abby and Jessie; three indoor cats, five outdoor cats and three new outdoor kittens. Katie likes school and says her favorite subject is Spelling. When she is at home she likes to ride her new motor scooter, play outside, and play with the kittens. Katie is a busy girl as she takes piano lessons, plays Hugoton Recreation Commission volleyball, and also collects bottle caps. Her favorite color is yellow. When she grows up Katie would like to teach Preschool. She most admires her dad because he is such a hard worker. Congratulations Katie!
Katie Crawford
Ranchito
Tex-Mex Cafe will host a
MISS KANSAS fundraiser for Children’s Miracle Network
Friday, May 25 from 5 - 8:30 p.m.
Miss Kansas Contestants Kristyn Campbell and Kaiti Hemann will be waiting tables Friday evening.
Hugoton Learning Academy Director Jan Kilbourne and Barbara Trujillo flank Anahi Mendez, Student of the Year for the HLA Pub-
lic Charter School. She shows enthusiasm, a good work ethic, finishes her classes early, and always has a good attitude.
Give back
Paul’s Funeral Home
Continued from page 1 iary will be visiting businesses giving out poppies to benefit veterans. Friday evening, you’ll get a chance to see two local Miss Kansas contestants, Miss Kristyn Campbell and Miss Kaiti Hemann, while they wait tables at Ranchito TexMex Cafe. Tips they earn will benefit Children’s Miracle
All tips received will go directly to the Children’s Micracle Network.
Network Hospitals. Kristyn is Miss Golden Plains 2012 and Kaiti is Miss Southern 2012. The girls will compete for the Miss Kansas crown in Pratt June 7-9, 2012. For more information, you can visit misskansas.org or find “Miss Kansas Organization” on Facebook.
314 S. Van Buren 620-544-4122 Hugoton, Ks. 67951 “Our Family Serving Your Family.” We treat each family like it’s our own family. Our service doesn’t end the day of the funeral; we are there for the family as long as they need us.
The Hermes will be closed Monday for Memorial Day making an early deadline of Friday 12:00 Noon
Jerry, Violet, David & Brandy Robson
Stephanie A Weeast, CFP®, AAMS® Financial Advisor
Dustin Johnson Financial Advisor
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CITIZENS STATE BANK RELAY FOR LIFE TEAM
SILENT AUCTION PLEASE HELP OUR FIGHT AGAINST CANCER Jan Leonard and Paul Stoner lead a group of kids and parents along the route proposed for Safe Routes to School.
Safe Routes to School
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Undersheriff T.J. Steers accompanies children during the walkabout for Safe Routes to School.
teriorating condition of the sidewalks in Hugoton, new sidewalks will have to be constructed to provide safe walking and bicycling routes. The goals of the project are for the students to become more physically fit by walking or biking to school, to reduce the traffic congestion around the schools, and to reduce the strain on parents transporting their students to the schools.
Carson and Ryland Bennett and Frances and Emmett Gaskill
FINAL BID WILL NEED TO BE PLACED BY 4PM JUNE 28TH 2012 ON DISPLAY AT
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Temprynce makes her appearance Monday, May 7
THANK YOU The family of Larry G. Randle would like to thank our friends and neighbors for the love and concern shown during our time of loss. We are so thankful to the people who worked with Larry for the last few years, his compassionate caregivers: Tonya, Kristi, Crystal, Brenda, Alma, and Freddy; you made his days much brighter with your efforts.
John and Lora Farmer are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Temprynce Cheri Ann Farmer. Temprynce was born at Southwest Medical Center Monday, May 7, 2012. Proud grandparents are Phil and Cheri Hawkins and Don and Ruth Farmer, all of Hugoton.
Thank you also, Dr. Sam and staff at Stevens County Medical & Home Health.
God bless all of you,
Sherry Kelling’s piano recital at Bethel Friends Church May 14 showcased the talent of back row Matthew LeNeve, Sherry Kelling, Laton Heger, Brady Heger and Adam Seaman. In the second row are A.J. Madsen, Lauren Fox, Maria Martinez, Jordyn Beard, Aaron Seaman, Megan Newlon, Kenzie Hagman and Britta
Mark & Sherri Randle and family David & Teresa Randle and family Joe & Lenoir Randle and family
Temprynce Cheri Ann Farmer
MISS KANSAS Pageant Preview! Thursday, May 24 6:30 in the HHS Auditorium
We are looking for Sunflower Princesses to participate. Ages 5-12 Call (620) 428-1126 to reserve your spot. Free-will donations will be accepted.
601 S. Main - Hugoton
PAUL'S FUNERAL HOME Jerry, Violet, David & Brandy Robson
314 S. Van Buren 544-4122
Pyramid Agency, Inc. 521 S. Main - Hugoton
May 27 Pastor Bob Sanders Lonestar Friends Church June 3 Pastor Harry Cross Hugoton UMC June 10 Pastor Tim McCray Moscow UMC June 17 Pastor Ben Coats Assembly of God FAITH LUTHERAN
Faith Publishing LLC 522 S. Main 620-544-4321
ASAMBLEA DE DIOS LOS REDIMIDOS DEL REY Martes 7:00 PM Jueves 7:00 PM Domingo 3:00 PM 138 S. Main Hugoton Pastores: Martinez 620-544-7096
ASSEMBLY OF GOD Main and Second Street 544-2773 Ben Coats, Pastor Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Service Wed. Night - 7:00 p.m.
BETHEL FRIENDS CHURCH Eric Mason, Pastor Zac Johnson, Youth Pastor 11th & Jefferson - 544-8517 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Service - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Evening Ministries - 6:30 p.m. (Children, Youth, & Adult)
CHURCH OF CHRIST 1045 S. Van Buren 544-2825 Matthew Russell, Minister 1041 S. Van Buren Wednesday - 7:00 p.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Evening Service - 6:00 p.m.
CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS 520 E. First 544-2125 Sacrament - 9:00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Priesthood - 11:00 a.m.
CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 500 S. Van Buren 544-2493 Pastor Dave Piper Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:45 a.m. Evening Services - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.
COWBOY CHURCH - HUGOTON Second & Fourth Tuesday of every month Stevens County Commercial Building at Fairgrounds 7:00 p.m.
FAITH CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST Tenth and Jefferson Lawrence Johnson, Pastor Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Bible Band (Tuesday) - 6:00 p.m. Home and Forn. Miss. (Friday) - 6:00 p.m. Youth - 6:00 p.m. Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.
Tenth and Adams 544-2092 Christopher M. Fincher, Pastor Morning Worship - 9:00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:30 a.m. Bible Study, Wednesday - 7:30 p.m.
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 600 S. Van Buren - 544-2715 Pastor Randy Nash 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 Lanny Bollacker, Pastor 800 S. Van Buren - 544-2763 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Evening Service - 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00 p.m. Call 544-2652 fIor Church Bus
HUGOTON BAPTIST CHURCH -Eighth and Main 544-2210 Bob Rich, Pastor 506 East Eighth - 544-2295 Sunday School - 6:00 p.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Youth Service - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 6:00 p.m.
LIGHTHOUSE FELLOWSHIP 424 S. Jackson 544-4828 Michael Taylor, Minister 428-5686 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Sunday Church - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday - 7:00 p.m. Pre-Service Prayer - half hour before service
LONE STAR FRIENDS CHURCH 14 Miles East of Hugoton on Highway 51 Bob Sanders, Pastor Church 624-3784 Home 624-3104 Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Contemporary Worship Celebration - 10:45 a.m. Jr. High & Sr. High Youth Group - Sunday 6:30 p.m. Sunday Evening Fellowship - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Adult Study - 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wednesday - 8:00 p.m. Christian Life Club (age 2 - 18) - 6:30 p.m.
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ST. HELEN CATHOLIC CHURCH 1011 South Jefferson Street 544-2551 Saturday - 1:00 p.m. - Spanish Mass Sunday - 11:00 a.m. English Mass
TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH 516 N.E. Avenue 544-2355 Morning Worship - 9:00 a.m. Fellowship/Refreshments - 10:00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:30 a.m. Rev. Larry Bradford, Interim Pastor 544-9492 or 598-2400 YOU ARE WELCOME!
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 828 S. Main Hugoton 544-8715 Harry Cross, Pastor Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.
MOSCOW MOSCOW BAPTIST CHURCH 598-2455 Church - 598-2400 Home Rev. Larry Bradford, Pastor 1 mile S. of Moscow, 1/2 mile E. of Moscow/Hooker Rd. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 p.m. Team Kids (Wed.) - 3:30-5:00p.m. Sept.-May
MOSCOW UNITED METHODIST 598-2426 Tim McCrary, Pastor 598-2421 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Kid’s Club - Wednesday 3:30 p.m. UMYF Jr. High - 6:00 p.m. UMYF Sr. High - 5:00 p.m.
ROLLA EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH 202 Monroe St. - Rolla, Ks. 67954 Henry McGuire, Pastor 593-4693 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening, AWANA’s - 6:45 p.m.
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A Full Gospel Church 207 East 6th - Hugoton Pam Peachey, Pastor 544-2436 Services Sundays 10:30 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.
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.
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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
Kelling’s students tickle the ivories Music filled the air at Sherry Kelling’s Hugoton piano recital Tuesday, May 15 at the Bethel Friends Church. Awards were given out for level progression, 4-H, National Guild, Talent Show and Fine Arts Festival. Mrs. Kelling thanked her student teachers Adam and Aaron Seaman, Matt LeNeve and A.J. Madsen. A big thank you went to Kyrie Esarey her daughter - for filling in when Mrs. Kelling had to be away. A piano scholarship was presented to Laton Heger who also received Student of the Year. Laton, son of Darin and Michelle Heger, was hon-
ored as a senior with a reception following the program. Those who performed were Kynzie Esarey, Ella Beesley, Katie Loewen, Jordyn Beard, Jessica Martinez, Dawn Russell, Lexi Jays, Jenna Martin, Frances Gaskill, Katie Crawford, Brionna Beard, Kenzie Hagman, Jaxon Teeter, Casle Heger, Megan Newlon, Nathan Leininger, Bryan Erives, Britta Beesley, Zackary Leininger, A.J. Madsen, Maria Martinez, Lauren Fox, Carly Martin, Brady Heger,
Matthew LeNeve, Adam Seaman, Aaron Seaman and Laton Heger. Students who also performed for National Guild were Jessica Martinez, Frances Gaskill, Megan Newlon, Bryan Erives, Britta Beesley, Maria Martinez, Carly Martin, Matthew LeNeve, Adam Seaman and Aaron Seaman. The night was full of excellent performances and Mrs. Kelling wants to thank all who participated as well as those in attendance.
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Beesley. Standing in front are Bryan Erives, Jessica Martinez, Nathan Leininger, Ella Beesley, Brionna Beard, Dawn Russell, Jenna Martin, Jaxon Teeter, Carly Martin, Kynzie Esarey, Casle Heger, Frances Gaskill and Katie Crawford. Laton was the only senior this year. Photo courtesy of Michelle Heger.
593-4596 or 593-4781 Sandy Ferguson, Pastor Rolla Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Youth Groups - 5:00 p.m. Richfield Morning Worship - 9:15 a.m. Sunday School - 10:30 a.m.
A total of 1029 students have been named to honor rolls at Southwestern Oklahoma State University for academic work during the 2012 spring semester on the Weatherford campus. There were 447 students who were named to the President’s Honor Roll. An undergraduate student who earns all A’s in 12 or more hours during the fall semester qualifies for the President’s Honor Roll. Among the students is Molly Kathrin Mahan of Hugoton. Students named to the 2012 spring semester lists are located on the Southwestern Oklahoma State University Web site at http://www.swosu.edu/ news/releases/2012/201205-16b.asp.
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Dickey - Leonard Robin Dickey, daughter of Duane and Tammy Dickey of Ulysses, is to be married to Colby Leonard, son of Billy and Jill Leonard of Hugoton. Robin is a 2005 graduate of Lakin High School and is the Office Manager at Catlett Automotive in Ulysses. Colby is a 2002 Hugoton High School graduate and a 2003 Wyotech graduate. He is a Field Mechanic for Great Plains Gas Compression in Hugoton. The couple, along with their son, plan to live in Stevens County following their nuptials. The wedding is set for late June 2012 in Hugoton.
Poppy Day to assist disabled and hospitalized veterans. The program provides multiple benefits to the veterans and to the community. The hospitalized veterans who make the flowers are able to earn a small wage, which helps to supplement their incomes and makes them feel more self-sufficient. The physical and mental activity provides many therapeutic benefits as well. Donations are used exclusively to assist and support veterans and their families. The poppy also reminds the community of the past sacrifices and continuing needs of the veterans. Auxiliary members endeavor to explain the true meaning of this little flower to all those who receive it. The poppy has become a nationally known and recognized symbol of sacrifice and is worn and used by Auxiliary members to honor the men and women who served and died for their country in all wars, including the Global
Continued from page 1 War on Terror. The poppy should remind communities and this nation of the sacrifices and continuing needs of veterans and service members. The American Legional Auxiliary was founded in 1919, and is the world’s largest patriotic women’s service organization. With a membership of over 850,000, local ALA units have a strong presence in more than 9,500 communities nationwide. The ALA’s mission to serve veterans, their families and their communities is carried out through its hundreds of outreach programs delivered by its members, volunteers and National Headquarters.
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Mrs. Hall’s second grade class stop by the Hermes for a break. They have been picking up The Hugoton Middle School students are walking the streets picking up trash. They do
this community service every year towards the end of the school year.
Students will be issued laptops instead of textbooks in 2012 Beginning with the 20122013 school year, all middle and high school students in USD 210 will begin the process of “divorcing themselves” from textbooks and will be issued a new Apple MacBook Air laptop. In addition, Hugoton Elementary will gain use of some iPad carts to begin integrating more Apple technology into those classrooms as well. “The plan is that all high school students will be issued new MacBook Air laptops this fall, and then in three years we will move those to the elementary,” said Stuart Scott, district technology coordinator. “They now tend to have machines that are six or seven years old or older, so this will be a big step forward.” Though some districts in the nation have moved to using tablets or iPads instead of computers, Scott said there is still a need for computers. “We still have the ability to do some traditional computing, like testing, drafting, CAD programs and things like that,” Scott said. “I think maybe in the future, maybe within five years, those devices might merge into the same thing, but for now, laptops are our best resource for our needs.” As the district continues to develop its proactive approach to the new Common Core Standards, and with recently updated Board of Education goals - specifically that USD 210 is “preparing students to enter the college/career and/or the workforce with high quality skills, goals and dreams for their future,” the district recognizees the need for its students to be thoroughly literate in technology, Scott said. “Many schools nationwide are seeing the benefit of this immersive approach to technology integration, and with our school leadership understanding the benefits and having the support, we look forward to providing an appropriate, world-class education ultimately for our students’ success,” he said. Moving from Windows-based platforms into an all Apple environment was not undertaken lightly, and much research went into the decision, including site visits with other schools that had done similar projects. “At the end of the day, I think the overriding decision was that Apples would be more dependable, more costeffective over time, easier to use, have less issues with software, hardware and viruses, are more user-friendly, and are growing so much in the way of devices such as iPads and iPods integrating with them. We think we’ve made the best decision for our district.” A team from Apple will be in the district May 24 and again August 9 to provide training for teachers. Students will be charged a $50 non-refundable fee each year for the use of a computer and protective case. See the district technology Web site, linked from the home page at usd210.org, for the complete computer use agreement and other information. To see a list of frequently asked questions, visit https://sites.goo gle.com/a/usd210.org/technology/faq. Frequently Asked Questions Q: What is the purpose of giving each student a laptop? A: It is the intent of the one-to-one program to empower students with "anytime and anywhere" learning. When a student is in
class, the laptop is in their immediate proximity and is used regularly and with purpose. Q: What kind of laptops are we getting? A: The district has purchased 11inch Macbook Airs for the students. They will be configured with Mac OS X Lion. Software packages will include suites of iLife, iWork, and Microsoft Office. We will not be running dual operating systems, which means the Airs will not be running Windows alongside the Mac operating system. Q: How much will it cost for my student to lease a laptop? A: The technology fee will be $50. Q: What is the purpose of this fee? A: The purpose of the technology fee is to cover the insurance premium for each laptop for the length of the school year. Q: What if I can't afford to pay this fee? A: Please see the building principal for payment plan options. Q: What does insurance cover? A: Insurance will cover loss or damage due to accidents, fire, flood, natural disasters, vandalism, and theft. Insurance will cover ONE incident per year, per student. The deductible will be $100 per incident. A parent or guardian will be responsible for paying this before another laptop is issued to the student. Q: Will high school students be able to take the laptops home? A: Provided your student has paid the technology fee or you have made payment arrangements with the school office, your student will be able to take the laptop home. The laptop will be your student's responsibility for the entire school year. Building administrators reserve the right to not allow students to take laptops off campus. Q: Will my student's use of the laptop be private? Your student should not have any expectations of privacy when using the laptop. Anything viewed or stored on school issued technology is subject to review at any time while the student is on campus through remote management software. Q: Can my student bring his/her own laptop? A: No. Due to security, filtering, and privacy issues we are not allowing students to bring their own laptops or tablets. Q: Can my student load apps to his/her laptop? A: Yes, as long as software you install meets acceptable use guidelines. Q: Will the laptops be filtered off campus? A: Yes, but parents and guardians should supervise their students use of computers at home. Q: Where do I store my files? A: Data storage and backup is a user responsibility. Save your files to your Mac and back them up to a flash drive and / or an online storage location. Q: What if I forget to bring my laptop to school? A: Forgetting your laptop is no different than forgetting to bring your books to class and will be handled by your teacher. Q: What if my battery dies during the day? A: Make it a habit to charge your laptop each night. If your battery is low during the day make arrangements with your teacher to sit near an electrical socket to charge your laptop during class.
This middle school student has spotted some trash to pick up for their project.
trash around town and stopped by the Jet for refreshments on their way back to the school.
Pheasant Heaven Charities award scholarships Thirteen area seniors were recently awarded a second semester $1000 scholarship from Pheasant Heaven Charities, Inc. Scholarship winners planning to attend college are Hugoton High School seniors Sharon Gonzalez, Laton Heger, Jaymee Muncy and Avory Stegman, and Moscow High School senior Alexandra Davidson. Those planning to attend vocational/technical institutions are Hugoton seniors John Baehler, Manuel Bustillos and Kevin Omo. Winners also included Lauren Carter of Elkhart, Desurae Courkamp from Liberal, Katelyn Martin of Sublette, Gabriella Chavez
Campbell and Hemann will waitress for charity Two Miss Kansas Contestants from the Hugoton area will be participating in a fund-raiser for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Friday, May 25 starting at 5:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Kristyn Campbell, Miss Southern 2012 is the daughter of Kris and Marreta Campbell. Kristyn’s platform for the Miss Kansas Pageant is her work with Peace House Ministries in Hugoton. Kaiti Hemann, Miss Golden Plains 2012 is the daughter of Brian and Stephanie Hemann, all from Hugoton. Ranchito TexMex is hosting the event with both young ladies waiting tables for tips that will go directly to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Founded in 1983 by Marie
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Osmond and her family, along with John Schnieder, Mick Shannon and Joe Lake, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals was founded with two simple goals; “help as many children possible by raising funds for children’s hospitals” and “keep funds in the community and state in which they were raised to help local children.” As of 2011, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals has raised more than $4.3 billion; most of that amount is donated a dollar or two at a time. Via Christi Hospitals in Wichita are affiliate hospitals of Children’s Miracle Network and provide expert, state-ofthe-art care for all ages.
from Ulysses and Matt Mendoza of Turpin, Ok. Applications were accepted from high school students within a 50 mile radius of Hugoton. Almost 90 applications were received, with the Pheasant Heaven Scholarship Committee making the final decision for the winners of this award. Scholarships will be awarded after the committee receives first semester grades and an enrollment schedule for second semester. Five renewal scholarships for past winners will also be awarded later this summer. Pheasant Heaven Charities, Inc. was formed as a non-
profit organization dedicated to raising money through various fundraisers for the purpose of giving scholarships and helping charities and community members throughout the southwest Kansas area. The charity is based in Hugoton with partners from many surrounding communities. The Board of Directors, its partners, and volunteers are very proud of these seniors and their accomplishments and wish the very best to them in their educational endeavors. This article was contributed by Pheasant Heaven Charities, Inc.
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The Kansas Class 4A Regional Track and Field Meet hosted by Towanda-Circle took place Friday. The Hugoton High School athletes had a great showing and placed in the top four spots in nine events to earn the chance to compete in the State meet later this week. Overall, Hugoton's boys’ team placed fifth at the Regional meet and the girls placed tenth. Hugoton had three athletes crowned as Regional
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looking for her third State championship in the girls’ triple jump." Avory Stegman will represent the Blue and Red in the shot put and discus events. He placed second in the shot put with a throw of 48', and fourth in the discus with 130'6" measured. "We are looking for him to place in the shot and we will see what happens with the discus," forecasted Rodriguez. The HHS boys’ 4 x 800 meter Relay took second place and is State-bound after a time recorded at 8:17.97. Weaver, Martin, Ulises Armendariz and Chase
Hittle make up the relay team. Last year the relay team placed third at the competition.Third place went to Skylar McLain in the 800 meter. He ran the race in a time of 2:04.54. This was the first time he has resumed competition following a hamstring pull mid-April in Scott City. "If our boys all do what they are capable of, we could score some good team points at the State meet this next weekend," said coach Christine O'Loughlin. "Way to go HHS Eagle track and field athletes! Good luck at State next week!" Fisher Hewitt put in a
great effort in the triple jump event, missing a State qualifying mark by a mere 1/4". "That may come down to how they rake the sand or tug on the tape measure," said coach O'Loughlin. "Not bad for a first time track and field athlete. Expect great things from him in the future." Dillon Hawk was also close to qualifying in the discus throw, just five feet from the fourth place mark. Hugoton qualifiers will compete on the campus of Wichita State University. The meet will be this Friday and Saturday at Cessna Stadium.
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Luis Sanchez puts all his effort into a throw during the Regional track and field shotput competition. Photo courtesy of Greg O'Loughlin. champions. This included Jacob Martin in the 3200 meter run with a time of 9:52.44, and Patrick Weaver in the 800 meter with a time of 1:59.17. Weaver also qualified in the 1600 meter with a fourth place finish of 4:44.47. Nicole Kinser put another jewel in her crown as she claimed the Regional championship title in the triple jump for the third straight year. She spanned 37'5-1/2" for first place. Kinser also qualified in the long jump, taking second place with a mark of 16'11-3/4". This was less than two inches from the Regional champ's mark. "Nicole continues to jump well in the long and triple (jump events)," said coach Nick Rodriguez. "She will be
Jorge Montoya races against track athletes at the Towanda-Circle hosted Regionals meet last week. Photo courtesy of Greg O'Loughlin. Logan Frederick plants the pole vault on his approach, catapulting himself up and over the bar for the Eagles. Photo courtesy of Greg O'Loughlin.
Ana Pena soars through the air during a jumping event for Hugoton. Photo courtesy of Greg O'Louglin.
Eagle relay runner Aubrey Hamlin rounds the track at Towanda-Circle. Photo courtesy of Greg O'Loughlin.
Fisher Hewitt bounds towards the sand pit for Hugoton. He was just one quarter inch away from qualifying for the State meet in his first year of competition with the Eagles. Photo courtesy of Greg O'Loughlin.
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Ulises Armendariz takes his turn speeding down the track in a relay event for Hugoton. Photo courtesy of Greg O'Loughlin.
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KDHE warns Kansans of blue-green algae The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a Public Health Advisory for one public lake and a Public Health Warning for four public lakes due to blue-green algae populations above minimum public safety levels. KDHE samples recreational bodies of water for blue-green algae when the agency is alerted to a potential algae bloom. When harmful algal blooms are present, KDHE, in cooperation with the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) and other lake managers where appropriate, responds by informing the public of these conditions. Public Health Warning A Public Health Warning indicates that water conditions are unsafe and direct water contact (i.e., wading, skiing and swimming) is prohibited. Kansas public waters currently under “Warning” status: • Memorial/Veterans Lake Great Bend, Barton County • Marion Reservoir - Marion, Marion County • Marion County Lake Marion, Marion County • Winfield City Lake - Winfield, Cowley County When a Warning is issued,
KDHE recommends the following precautions be taken: • Don’t let people, pets and livestock drink untreated lake water • Don’t swim, wade or engage in other activities with full body contact of lake water, including skiing or jetskiing • Clean fish and rinse with clean water, consume only the fillet portion, and discard all other parts • Do not allow pets or livestock to eat dried algae • If lake water contacts skin or pet fur, wash with clean potable water as soon as possible • Avoid areas of visible algae accumulation Public Health Advisory A Public Health Advisory indicates that a hazardous condition exists. Water activities such as boating and fishing may be safe; however, direct contact with water (i.e., wading, swimming) is strongly discouraged for people, pets and livestock. Kansas public waters currently under “Advisory” status: • Old Herington City Lake Herington, Dickinson County When an Advisory is issued, KDHE recommends the following precautions be
taken: • Don’t let people, pets and livestock drink untreated lake water • Clean fish and rinse with clean water, consume only the filet portion, and discard other parts • Do not eat or allow pets to eat dried algae • If lake water comes in contact with skin or pet fur, wash with clean potable water as soon as possible • Avoid areas of visible algae accumulation Health effects from exposure to blue-green algae can vary. The most common com-
plaints after recreational exposure include vomiting, diarrhea, skin rashes, eye irritation and respiratory symptoms. Blue-green algae toxins can also cause deaths in pets. KDHE will continue to monitor these public waters and will update statements as conditions warrant. More information on algae and algae blooms, including upto-date Advisories and Warnings, can be found at online at kdheks.gov/algae-illness. From the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism.
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Make sure to use sunscreen for “Don’t ‘Fry’ Day” May 25 As summer quickly approaches, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has joined the National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention, Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and National Park Service (NPS) to emphasize the dangers of skin cancer and has provided simple steps Americans can take to protect themselves. The National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention designated the Friday before Memorial Day “Don’t Fry Day” as a way to highlight sun safety. “Skin cancer prevention and sun safety are important issues for EPA – our primary mission is to protect people’s health and the environment,” said Gina McCarthy, assistant administrator for EPA’s Office of Air and Radiation. “While the agency has made steady progress protecting the Earth's ozone layer, the SunWise program and Don't Fry Day help teach children and families simple steps to stay safe in the sun and protect themselves from harmful UV rays.” “The risk of skin cancer is very real. It's therefore important that consumers prevent sunburn and protect themselves from the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging throughout the year,” said FDA Commissioner Margaret Hamburg, M.D. “The FDA strongly recommends that consumers regularly use a Broad Spectrum sunscreen
with an SPF value of 15 or higher in combination with other protective measures to more effectively protect themselves and their families whenever they are in the sun.” “Whether you hike or stroll, paddle a canoe or kayak or just sit in a mountain meadow watching the clouds go by, remember to put on your hat, apply sunscreen and have plenty of water to drink,” said National Park Service Director Jonathan B. Jarvis. “These sun safety tips will protect your skin and I think guarantee that we’ll see you often in your national parks.” Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the U.S. and the most common cancer among 20 to 30 yearolds. It's estimated that one American dies every hour from melanoma, the deadliest
form of skin cancer. Approximately 76,000 new cases of melanoma will occur this year. To help protect people's health, EPA’s SunWise program, one of the nation's largest environmental and health education programs, encourages kids and their caregivers to practice safe sun habits and raises awareness about UV sunlight that penetrates the Earth's ozone layer. Here are some tips to help Americans continue to exercise, get outside and be SunWise this Memorial Day weekend and throughout the summer: Check the UV Index app Check the ultraviolet (UV) index anytime by downloading EPA's app (epa.gov/enviro/mobile) to help plan outdoor activities in ways that prevent overexposure to
the sun. UV rays from the sun (and from artificial light sources such as tanning beds) can lead to skin cancer. Apply sunscreen and wear protective clothing Apply a palm-full of sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher that provides broad-spectrum protection from both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays to exposed skin about 15 minutes before heading outdoors. Reapply every two hours. Wearing protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and sunglasses also prevents sun damage. Seek shade, not sun The sun’s UV rays are strongest between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., so seek shade during this time. Although less common in individuals with darker complexions, skin cancer does not discriminate and is more
Eagle baseball finishes season 10-11 The varsity Eagle baseball team traveled to Nickerson for the first round of baseball post-season action last week. Hugoton High School produced two hits, but were unable to score as Nickerson took the 6-0 victory. "Unfortunately, we struggled early on allowing three runs in the first inning. We were never able to get anything going offensively to mount a comeback. Nickerson is a good ball team who is
well coached and they just kept us off our game all night long," credited coach Clint Merritt. Nickerson came out of the gates scoring three runs in the opening inning, followed by a two-run third, with one more run in the fifth. They produced six hits on the night. Both teams played without errors. Lance Sandoval and Cody Frederick produced Hugoton's two hits. Nic Frederick
walked on twice. Ross Davis, James Persinger, Chalen Talbert, Cody Frederick and Maverick Mills each walked on one time. Yates Sutton pitched 3.2 innings, and Ross Davis pitched 2.1. Sutton struck out six batters while Davis retired three. Hugoton's record finished at 10-11 on the season overall, 5-5 in league.
Santa Fe Trail Fishing Derby scheduled for June 2 The Twenty-second Annual Santa Fe Trail Fishing Derby on the Cimarron National Grassland north of Elkhart will be Saturday, June 2. The fishing derby is open, free of charge, to kids ages 016 and to adults age 55 and over, and is held on Kansas Free Fishing Day, so fishing licenses are not required. In addition, the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism will provide rods and reels for those who want to participate but don't have fishing gear. The derby will be at the Grassland's Cimarron Recreation Area. One of
the ponds has a fishing dock accessible for persons with disabilities so that mobilityimpaired anglers will find it easy to participate. Dale Fife, District Ranger stated, “The Cimarron National Grassland is proud to be able to continue the tradition of the Derby, now in it’s 22nd year. The staff and volunteers from surrounding communities have worked diligently in the reconstruction of the Recreation Area after the damage from last year’s fire, in an effort to facilitate its re-opening. Registration and fishing will begin at 8:00 a.m. Satur-
day, June 2, weigh-in from 11:00 a.m. to noon with prizes and awards following, and a free hot dog lunch will be served. One change this year is that there will no longer be a prize awarded for smallest fish. Only the largest fish in the various age categories and overall will be awarded a prize. “The businesses and individuals of the area continue to show great support of our annual event,” continued Fife. “We look forward to a great turn out this year of fishing, food and prizes for the young and not so young of our area.”
Ladies fall to Larned at Regionals Hugoton High School's softball season came to a close last week. The Eagles battled Larned in the Regional brackets hosted by Pratt Monday of last week. Larned continued post-season play with the win over Hugoton 2-7. Cassidy Reed pitched five innings for Hugoton and Nataly Martinez pitched two. HHS put together six hits and had three defensive errors. "We just couldn't get the timely hits we needed," said coach Lance Cornelsen. "We had runners on second and
third and no outs in the second, and couldn't get the runners in." Similarly, the Eagles stranded runners in the third inning. Second and third bases had Eagle runners in place with one out recorded. However, the remaining outs were completed before a scoring opportunity came about. Fantasia Easton produced an RBI triple in the fourth inning to score Bailey Haynes from first. Martinez had an RBI double in the fifth. May 8, Hugoton played Ulysses on the road. Hugoton
won the first game 13-1, and the second 11-7. Reed pitched and Chastity Parsons caught in the first game. "This game we hit extremely well, Chastity was on fire," said coach Cornelsen. "Cass pitched her best game of the season. This was our best game defensively of the year. Sherrelle Shuck was outstanding at shortstop." Martinez pitched the final Eagle victory of the season and Parsons caught.
Knights of Columbus host golf tourney The St. Helen Council of the Knights of Columbus hosted their nineteenth annual Monsignor George A. Husmann Memorial Golf Tournament Saturday, May 12, 2012 at the Forewinds Golf Course in Hugoton. This tournament was a two-person scramble event with both morning and afternoon tee times. Winning teams were as follows: Championship Flight 1 W.Titus/D. Johnson 66 2 J. Hajek/P. Kitzke 69 3 Brent Betsworth/ G. Thomas 70 A Flight 1 D. Fuller/C. Wright 73 2 T. Chad/B. Woolridge 73 3 J. Dale/J. Murray 73 B Flight 1 H. Coffindaffer/ E. Gonzalez 78 2 D. Bishop/S. Bahl 78 3 R. Hoffman/B. Shell 78 Hole prize winners were
also honored. Tom Thompson won the “longest putt on the green for hole one or ten.” Brad Woolridge took the prize for “closest to the pin with first shot on hole two or 11.” Rick Ward won “closest to the pin with second shot on the green on hole three or 12.” Mike Rutt won “closest to the pin with first shot on the
green on hole four or 13.” David Johnson had the “longest drive in the fairway on hole six or 15.” Rick Schroeder claimed the “longest putt on the green on hole seven or 16,” and Dax Gaskill won “closest to the pin with second shot on the green on hole nine or 18.”
Golfers complete season at Larned The Hugoton High School varsity boys’ golf team traveled to the Larned Country Club Monday, May 14, for the Regionals competition. The 18-hole tournament marked the conclusion of the HHS season with six athletes involved in the round of golf. Lawson Fiss was unable to compete due to a hand injury sustained prior to the meet. Christian Heger stepped into his spot at the meet. Kolton
Decker turned in the lowest score among the Eagles. He shot an 84. Kevin Omo ended with a 105, followed by AJ Scott with 107, Matthew Nash with 108, Logan Brecheisen 113, and Heger with 118. "I am proud of these boys," said Coach Jason Hajek. "All year long they represented Hugoton High School in a positive manner."
Sponsors for the event are the USDA Forest Service, Rolla Recreation Commission, and Elkhart Recreation Commission. Questions regarding the event can be directed to USDA Forest Service, Cimarron National Grassland, P.O. Box 300, Elkhart, KS 67950, or by phone at 620-6974621, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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Congratulations To the Hugoton Track Team for qualifying for State The HHS boys 4 x 800 meter Relay took second place and is Statebound. The relay team consists of Patrick Weaver, Jacob Martin, Ulisses Armendariz and Chase Hittle. Avory Stegman will represent the Blue and Red in the shot put and discus events. Skylar McLain will run in the 800 meter race. This is the first time he has resumed competition following a hamstring pull mid-April at Scott City.
Nicole Kinser is named Regional Champion in the triple jump for the third consecutive year. Jacob Martin and Patrick Weaver are also crowned Regional Champions.
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Dominic’s Memorial Run hosts 90
More than 90 people gather at the Hugoton Middle School Saturday morning to participate in the Dominic Esarey Memorial Run. Above, they gather in a circle before the run to pray for the safety of those participating and for those dealing with depression and suicidal thoughts, to find hope in Jesus Christ. Below, the Hugoton Police Department and Stevens County
Sheriff’s Department block off roads for the runners making the circuit through Hugoton. At right is Dominic’s little brother, Bently, getting a pep talk from Papa. At right bottom is a tyke who proves you can do a marathon in style when your legs might still be a little too short to run the distance. Photos courtesy of Sonja Gayer.
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ONLINE SECURITY This Thursday, May 24, the library will host an Online Security class via the ELMeR hookup. The class will be from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m., is free to the public, and does not require preregistration. LIBRARY CLOSING The Library will be closed Monday, May 28 for Memorial Day. SUMMER READING SIGNUP Summer reading signup for all programs is underway! Come in to the library and pick up an informational/ registration brochure for the program that fits you!!! Programs have been designed for children, tweens, teens and adults, and all programs begin June 1, 2012. SUMMER STORYTIME VOLUNTEERS The SCL is looking for a few community story readers for our Summer Reading Program. If you would be interested in leading a 30 minute storytime for kids ages 0-12 Tuesday or Thursday mornings this summer, please contact Stacey. We have a few storytime kits available, or you can create your own! TWWW CELL PHONE SEGMENTS The preparations for “TWWW,” or the Smithsonian exhibit “The Way We Worked,” scheduled to be at the SCL from October 27 to December 9, are well under-
way. Four 90-second scripts about the way we worked in Southwest Kansas have been written and approved by the Smithsonian. The library is looking for someone to record these segments for the time the exhibit will be in Hugoton. The scripts must be recorded before July 1, 2012. If you are interested in helping with the recording of the scripts, please contact Eunice. COMING NEXT WEEK!!! The Stevens County Library is presenting Steve Eulberg in a free concert Wednesday, May 30 at 6:30 p.m. An award-winning multi-instrumentalist and
A nice little shower early this Monday morning. Hope there will be more before the day is over. This is a busy time of the month - and of the year. Graduations, schools let out, Memorial weekend and weddings. That’s enough to keep us all pretty busy. Also right around the corner the wheat is ready to harvest - how early is this? Have a great week and stay well and enjoy the beautiful weather. Menu May 24....................Hamburger
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with a host of other friends and relatives. Participants gathered at the Hugoton Middle School Saturday morning. Before starting the five-mile run they gathered in a circle, held hands and prayed for the safety of all the participants and for any of those dealing with depression and suicidal thoughts, especially young people, to encourage hope in Jesus Christ. Yvonne Pierce, Alisha Esarey’s grandmother, handed out yellow ribbons, the symbol adopted by Yellow Ribbon, a
not-for-profit charity program dedicated to preventing youth suicide. Many of Dominic’s classmates ran the full five miles of the race, encouraged by Middle School Track Coach Zac Johnson. Money raised in this year’s run will go towards a memorial for Dominic at the cemetery. The plan is to make the run a yearly event to raise money for a scholarship in memory of Dominic.
Hugoton Elementary has been working to fill this 50 gallon barrel with aluminum tabs for two years. The students finally fulfilled their goal Tuesday, May 22 - two days before school lets out for the summer. As a “reward,” Wednesday, a few lucky kids will get to throw pies at the principals Tiffany Boxum and Mark Newton. All the money earned by donating the aluminum tabs goes to Ronald McDonald House Charities in Wichita.
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singer-songwriter, Steve Eulberg weaves mountain and hammered dulcimers and guitar with a variety of unusual instruments to create thought-provoking, smile-inducing, toe-tapping acoustic experiences. He has sung and composed for religious communities, union halls, picket lines, inter-faith retreats, mountain-top youth camps, as well as the more familiar venues: festivals, clubs, coffeehouses, house concerts, bookstores, charity benefits and showcase concerts. Clear your calendar for an evening of enjoyment. Remember, there is no charge to attend the concert!
Last Saturday saw some of Hugoton’s streets filled with runners/walkers/riders of all ages for a time. The first of what the planners hope to be an annual event brought out more than 90 people to take part in the Dominic Esarey Memorial Run. Fourteen-year-old Dominic Esarey, son of Matt Esarey of Hugoton and Cassandra Sandoval of Elkhart, passed away last month. The run was organized by Mariah Reynolds, a cousin of Dominic, and her mother, along
May 25..Sweet & Sour Chicken May 28 ....Senior Center Closed May 29.....................Sloppy Joe May 30...........................Brisket May 31 ..............Polish Sausage Activities Schedule Thursday, May 24 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Bridge......................................... Friday, May 25 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Bingo........................12:30 p.m. Saturday, May 26 Cards .........................6:00 p.m. Monday, May 28 Memorial Day Senior Center Closed Tuesday, May 29 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 30 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Paint...........................1:00 p.m. Thursday, May 31 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.
Our respect and gratitude will forever be with our fallen military heroes and their families. Their service and sacrifice are beyond measure, and we will never forget their dedication to our country and our freedom. To all of our veterans past and present, and those in uniform today, thank you for your service to our country.
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Gustafson’s grandson studies to be a meteorologist He's a meteorologist in the making. Kansas State University's Caleb Wilson, sophomore in geography and natural resources and environmental sciences, Washington, is keeping an eye on the sky this
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weather so he can inform family and friends across the nation to take shelter via text, social media and phone calls if they are in danger. His interests and efforts in meteorology are why he was selected for the Hollings scholarship, a national competition for students interested in oceanic and atmospheric science. It is designed to prepare them for public service careers with science agencies or as educators. The scholarship offers a maximum of $8,000 per year for students with two years left of undergraduate study and a summer internship at a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration facility. Wilson is one of the 115 students selected as a 2012 Hollings Scholar out of a pool of more than 900 applicants. "I think Caleb was a great choice for the Hollings Scholarship," said James Hohenbary, assistant dean for scholarship administration. "Not only has he developed an excellent academic record at KState, but his strong interest in meteorology is a perfect fit for the award's focus on atmospheric and oceanic science." The summer. internship at one of the administration's facilities will provide Wilson with practical experience in related topics, including science, research, technology, policy, management and education. The award also includes travel funds to attend a scholarship program orientation, conferences and other expenses during the summer internship. Wilson already combines his interests in strengthening public awareness of severe weather events with what he has been learning in geography courses to deliver severe weather messages to people throughout the United States. [He] said his early warnings to his cousin in Tennessee regarding possible tornadoes in
her area helped her stay aware and seek shelter when a tornado came within a few miles of her apartment. "I think geography has been a good choice for me," Wilson said. "I have learned to interpret and analyze data as well as regional trends and cultures, thus increasing my ability to effectively warn people
Caleb Wilson across the nation about severe weather." Understanding certain regional trends and, cultures— such as a lack of basements in the southeastern United States or Midwesterners' curiosity and desire to see a tornado—is helpful for meteorologists in delivering appropriate severe weather warnings to people in different regions. "For instance, if a major tornado outbreak in the South is expected, meteorologists might advise people to abandon houses without basements in favor of places with belowground shelter well before severe weather even arrives," Wilson said. "Or if a tornado is rain-wrapped, meteorologists in the Midwest will emphasize that the tornado is not visible and waiting outside to see it could be a lethal mistake." Wilson is mostly interested in researching additional venues that would strengthen severe weather communication to reduce the number of deaths and injuries during outbreaks, From his own experiences, he has discovered different age groups rely on different media outlets for weather updates. He would like to see the National Weather Service start using multiple outlets such as texting and social media—similar to what he does for his friends and family. "I want to know that I have done all I can do to warn peo-
ple about impending severe weather, both well before, immediately before and during the event," Wilson said. Wilson would like to earn a master's in meteorology followed by working for the National Weather Service or National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's forecasting office or storm prediction center. He is working on a secondary major in natural resources and environmental sciences and a certification in geographic information systems. Wilson is a member of Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society. Active in intramural sports, he also serves as a volunteer intern in sports information for the university's department of intercollegiate athletics. He is the recipient of the Kansas State University Foundation Scholarship, College of Arts and Sciences Excellence Scholarship and Geography Excellence Scholarship. Wilson is a graduate of Washington County High School and the son of Debra and Phillip Wilson, Washington. Reprinted by permission from Washington County News, Washington, Ks. [His grandparents are Eric and Freda Gustafson of Hugoton and Don and Ruth Wilson of Plains.]
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Zackery Roybal graduates from Royal Valley Zackery Roybal graduated Sunday, May 13, 2012 from Royal Valley High School in Hoyt as an Honor Student. Zackery has enlisted with the United States Air Force to serve his country for the next six years. He leaves for his basic training at Lackland Air Force Base in Lackland, Tx., June 19, 2012. Parents of Zackery are Richard Roybal and wife Shelly of Hugoton and Samantha Ackerman Hancock and husband Bill of Hoyt. His grandparents are David Ackerman and Phyllis Ackerman Mendez and husband Raymond of Hugoton and the late Kathy Saldana.
American Legion Auxiliary selects officers The May meeting of the American Legion Auxiliary took place at the home of Hedy Lairmore. After all correspondence was read, business was conducted. It was announced the two Girls State Delegates selected by the unit are Haley Sosa and Karessa Nordyke. The group voted to give them extra expense money to take care of their trip. Friday, May 25 was designated as Poppy Day. Workers
will meet at 9:00 a.m. at the Senior Citizens building. This being the last meeting of the year, some of the officers for the 2012-2013 year were decided. They are President Hedy Lairmore, Vice President Mae Ray and Chaplain Jeanine Powelson. Hedy will also serve as Secretary Treasurer. All officers volunteered. Following the meeting refreshments were served.
Jesus Adrian Manriquez earns degree Approximately 2,825 students completed degree requirements from Kansas State University this spring. Students earning degrees include Jesus Adrian Manriquez of Hugoton with a Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness.
Three HHS students were awarded Microsoft Office Specialist Certification: Word 2010 this year. Holding the certificate is Tessa Rindels.
The graduates are from 95 Kansas counties, 44 states and 47 countries. Degrees earned include nearly 2,180 bachelor's, nearly 600 master's, nearly 80 doctorates and more than 20 associate degrees.
At left is Alondra Loya and at right is Mario Rivera. Photo courtesy of Cara Rogers.
Three HHS students earn Microsoft Office Certification Three Hugoton High School students were awarded Microsoft Office Specialist Certification: Word 2010, in May of 2012. This international certification is provided by Microsoft as a tool to assure employers that prospective employees truly possess skills needed to be successful in the workplace. This is the first year Kansas State Department of Education's Career & Technology (KSDE CTE) students were provided the opportunity to take the $50 certification test free of charge. Local HHS Business Students completed guided practice and took practice tests through a system provided by
CertiPort, before attempting the official certification test. HHS requires all incoming freshman to complete Emerging Technologies, which provides skills in Microsoft Office as well as Adobe PhotoShop, and other industry software. Students moving into higherlevel courses through the campus Business Department were given class time to prepare and test, with teacher Cara Rogers serving as proctor. "Everything we do enforces workforce preparation and success for students," said Rogers. "Both Paige Rawlings and I survey community business leaders and search for student training that
meets current workforce needs. Our goal is for students to leave the classroom with skills that ensure their entry and success in professional careers." Microsoft and Certiport teamed with KSDE CTE to provide this opportunity to promote success in the classroom for students (and instructors), build individual distinction, and prepare students for an increasingly competitive workforce. Individuals interested in training and testing to obtain certification in any Microsoft Office Software should visit www.certiport.com for more information.
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Heartland 4-H’rs discuss fair float The May meeting of the Heartland 4-H Club was called to order by President Aaron Seaman May 14, 2012. Roll call was answered by “What is your favorite flavor?” Secretary Adam Seaman read the minutes from April’s meeting which were approved as read. Adam also informed the members how many meetings they have attended in order to qualify to show under 4-H at the Stevens County Fair. Brady Heger gave the Treasurer’s report, and Megan Bryan reported last month’s meeting was submitted to The Hugoton Hermes. Michelle Heger gave the leader’s report. Michelle asked the members to help the club apply for the Club Seal Award which is a member participation application. She also gave a quick overview of what is needed, such as member record books and that club members will receive a $10 credit for record books that can be used by the member toward any 4-H trip or conference during the year. Michelle also congratulated the graduates Laton Heger and Stetson Honig. Under old business the fair float was discussed and the club decided the float committee will discuss the
final details with other volunteers and will report back to the members at the next meeting with the details. There was no new business to come before the club. Tiffany Mangels, Brianna Mangels and Zack Leininger presented project talks. It was moved and approved to adjourn the meeting. Refreshments were provided by the Goode and Leininger families. By Megan Bryan, Heartland 4-H Club Reporter.
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Irrigated Cropland Insurance Eligibility and Drought: Questions and Answers from RMA The Kansas Department of Agriculture is implementing new water allocation options for irrigated producers for the 2012 crop year. The Kansas Legislature made several changes to the water right flex account program through Senate Bill 272, which was signed by Governor Brownback on March 5, 2012. A summary of the changes made by Senate Bill 272 can be found at: http://www.rma.usda.gov/h elp/faq/senatebill272.pdf
Web site, in publications, on social media and shared with other Kansas agriculture groups. Photo entries should be sent in .jpg format to Photo EnContest@kda.ks.gov. tries should include: • A title and brief description of each photo • When and where the photo was taken • Photographer’s full name • Photographer category (youth/adult/professional or KDA employee) • Hometown • Email address Alternatively, CDs containing photo files and accompanied by all of the required information may be mailed or hand-delivered to: Kansas Department of Agriculture Attn: Communications 109 SW Ninth St., Fourth Floor Topeka, Ks. 66612 Photos must be submitted no later than midnight Saturday, June 30, 2012. Winners will be announced by July 31, 2012. In submitting photos, the photographer gives the Kansas Department of Agriculture permission to use them in any publications, social media, websites, displays, and other places without payment or other consideration. Additionally, by submitting a photo that includes human subjects, the photographer is indicating they have obtained full permission from those subjects for the photograph to be used in these manners as well. If you have any questions about the competition, contact KDA Communications Director Chelsea Good at chelsea.good@kda.ks.gov or 785-296-2653. This article was submitted by the Kansas Department of Agriculture.
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Tiffany Mangels informs the club about the projects she is enrolled in for this year.
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KDA hosts photo contest The Kansas Department of Agriculture (KDA) is hosting a photo contest through June 30, 2012. KDA is asking Kansans to submit photographs that display all aspects of Kansas agriculture, from the scenic landscapes and livestock to the machinery and small to large-scale agriculture facilities. KDA is not only looking for scenic photos but also pictures of Kansas agriculture at work. Examples include crops and machinery in the field, feed yards, people working livestock, feed mills, processing plants, crop harvesting, and other agriculture businesses and activities. The categories for the competition are youth, adult, professional and KDA employees. The youth category is open to individuals who were 18 years old or younger January 1, 2012. Individuals aged 19 and older as of January 1, 2012 fill the adult category unless they are a professional photographer. A professional is someone who makes a substantial amount of their living taking photographs. The photographer of the winning photo in each category will receive $100 gift cards. Photographers of the runner-up photos in each category will receive $50 gift cards. Individuals may submit more than one photo if they desire to do so. “Kansas is as green now as it gets,” said Kansas Secretary of Agriculture Dale Rodman. “This is a great opportunity to go out and capture what a beautiful and functional agricultural state we live in.” Contest entries will be used on international trips to give people around the world an idea of what Kansas agriculture looks like. The photos will also be used on the www.ksda.gov
Zack Leininger explains reasons for his favorite project and his least favorite project.
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The USDA Risk Management Agency Topeka Regional Office has received a number of questions concerning how the water right flex account program changes may affect their eligibility for irrigated coverage under their Federal crop insurance policy. While the following is being provided as a general response to the questions received, insured producers are reminded to contact your crop insurance agent to fully discuss your particular circumstances and how it may or may not impact your Federal crop insurance coverage. Q: If I apply for a five-year flex allocation, my overall water allocation will be lower, yet in three out of the five years I could have a full annual allocation with a reduced allocation in the fourth and fifth year. Will I still be able to plant and report all my acres as irrigated? A: Under current crop insurance policies and procedures, to insure cropland as irrigated, you must apply at the appropriate time and have a reasonable expectation of receiving the quantity of water needed to produce at least the yield used to establish your irrigated production guarantee or the amount of insurance on the irrigated acreage planted to the insured crop. If you have a reasonable expectation, at the time of planting, that the new allocation will provide sufficient water to produce the Actual Production History (APH) average yield, you can plant and insure all the acres as irrigated. Sources of information to make this determination include but are not limited to: historical irrigation water use, expected precipitation during the growing season, and soil moisture conditions at the time of planting. Producers may look to sources such as K–State Research and Extension for assistance in predicting the amount of irrigation needed given existing soil moisture conditions to achieve APH. The following site may provide useful documentation using the Crop Yield Predictor: www.mobileirrigationlab.com. If the new allocation requires you to apply less water than used to establish your irrigated practice production guarantee or amount of insurance on the irrigated acreage planted to the insured crop, regardless of the reason, you have the following options: Apply the amount of water needed to produce the irrigated APH yield on a reduced number of acres and report the remaining acres as nonirrigated; Apply less water to the total acreage than used to establish your irrigated APH yield and report the total acreage as non-irrigated. Q: My previous water allocation was much higher than what I normally apply to irrigate my crop. However, I did exceed that allocation under the extreme hot and dry summer of 2011. I am not going to apply for the five-year flex
program so I have a reduced allocation for crop year 2012. Can I still plant and insure all my acres as irrigated? A: The same information as identified above would need to be evaluated when determining the number of acres that can be reported as irrigated. However, as a general rule, provided you apply the same amounts of water that you normally have applied and that were used to establish your irrigated APH average yield, even if such was less than your actual allocation, there should be no issue with reporting your acreage as irrigated. Q: I intend to apply less water than can support my irrigated APH yield in 2012. How do I report this on my acreage report and how would my APH yield be determined? I intend to go back to a fully irrigated practice and fully non-irrigated practice in 2013. A: In these types of situations, the acres must be reported as non-irrigated. If there is not already a non-irrigated APH database for the unit, then a new APH database would have to be established for the now non-irrigated practice. If you already have a nonirrigated APH database for that unit, then the acreage with the reduced irrigation will be included in the existing non-irrigated APH database for the unit. For the 2013 crop year, if the non-irrigated database will no longer include any supplemental irrigation, there are yield adjustment procedures that may apply. Producers are strongly encouraged to discuss any impact this may have on their crop insurance coverage with their agent. Q: I am applying for the five-year flex plan that allows me to use my water as needed to irrigate my crops in any year as long as I don’t exceed the five-year total. If I end up needing to irrigate more than the average yearly amount for one or more years, I may be short of water for the last year of the flex plan. How does this affect my crop insurance? A: If the water allocation remaining for any year within the five-year flex plan is not sufficient to produce the irrigated APH average yield, the acres cannot be reported and insured under an irrigated practice. The producer would need to either reduce the number of acres planted and reported as an irrigated practice or report the entire acreage as non-irrigated. Producers in this situation should work closely with their insurance company to ensure their crop insurance coverage is properly established. Q: If I use all my five-year allocation in years one through four, am I eligible for a prevented planting guarantee for the final year of my flex plan? A: No. By Rebecca Davis, Director, Topeka Regional Office, USDA-Risk Management Agency - rebecca.davis@ rma.usda.gov.
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Whitney Casement graduates from Washburn Law
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Friday, May 25 High School State Track-Wichita Saturday, May 26 High School State Track-Wichita
Whitney (Philippi) Casement graduated May 12, 2012 from Washburn Law School. She earned the distinction of graduating Magna Cum Laude, placing her among the top eight of 159 graduates, in the top four percent of her class. Whitney will begin a new position August 1 with the Kansas Attorney General’s office as Assistant Attorney General. Whitney and her husband, Daniel, are on a short trip to Ireland as a break before she starts studying for the Bar exam which she will take the last week in July. Congratulations Whitney for a job well done!
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MGS presents musical “It’s Saturday” Moscow Grade School presented the musical, “It’s Saturday” May 7, 2012 in conjunction with the elementary awards night. Gail Dale directed the fun musical in which grades first through fifth performed. After the musical the grade school teachers pre-
The 3200 meter relay team made it to State by placing third at the Regional meet. The relay team consists of Jonatan Manriquez, his younger brother Alexis Manriquez, Brice Valdez and Breck Roop.
The 1600 meter relay team won their race ensuring a spot at State later this week. Relay team members are Osvaldo Granillo, Brice Valdez, Breck Roop and Jonatan Manriquez.
sical, “It's Saturday” under the direction of Gail Dale.
Junior Rigo Bustillos qualified for the State Track Meet in both the discus and the shot put, placing fourth and third respectively. Senior Osvaldo Granillo took first place in the 100 meter, 200 meter, and 400 meter dashes at Regionals giving him a return trip to State this year.
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sented their students awards. First grade teacher Mrs. Meile presented awards for 90% or better for the whole school year in Reading, Math, Spelling, Handwriting, meeting the reading goal of 100 books, good behavior and attendance. Mrs. White, second grade teacher, expressed appreciation for her student teacher, Jen Hittle, and awarded her class certificates for KU Gold reading awards for reading 25 books, Homework, Attendance, Citizenship, Book It, meeting yearly AR goal, 100 point club in addition and subtraction, 96% or better for the year in Math, Reading, Science, Social Studies and Spelling. Miss Hefner, third grade teacher, gave awards to her students for attendance, citizenship, meeting their yearly AR goal, 97% or better in Math, Spelling, Reading, Science, and Social Studies, and Handwriting. Mrs. B, fourth grade teacher, recognized Mrs. Cox for her contribution to the fourth grade class this year by giving her a framed and signed picture of the class. This was Mrs. B’s 30th year teaching at Moscow Schools. She awarded students certificates for 98% or better for the year in Reading, Math, Science, Handwriting, Spelling, Language Arts, and
Geography. She also rewarded students for reaching their Book It goals, attendance, and KU Gold reading award. Mrs. Dobie rewarded students for achieving a 97% or better in Reading, Spelling, Math, Geography, Science, English, and attendance. The Fifth graders also were presented with the KU gold and Book it certificates. Mrs. Dale handed out music contest awards. Mrs. Roop passed out Accelerated Reader awards to top readers in each grade level. Mr. Roop awarded fourth nine weeks S.M.A.R.T cards. $10.00 cash awards went to Kindergarten students Aiden Miramontes, Aidan Cullision, and First Grade student Agatha Redecop. Isaac ClifftThird Grade, Allison Christensen-Fourth Grade, and Yamilet Rojo-Fourth Grade. Semester “Big” SMART card award winners; Jose Moran, Kindergarten, won a bike. Azael Garcia, First Grader, won a Nintendo PS 2. Aidan Cullsion, Kindergarten, won a $50.00 gift card. Third through Fifth Grade students who won SMART card rewards, $50.00 gift card, Heide Hernandez Fourth Grader, $100.00 gift card, Lydia Owens, Fourth Grader, $150.00 Giselle Martinez, Fifth Grade.
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Moscow City Council discusses dog ordinance The regular meeting of the Moscow City Council was called to order Wednesday, May 9, 2012 by Mayor Billy Bell. Council members Jon Lund, Jim Rawlins, Linda Shaddix and Bill Suddeth were present. Councilor Denise Shoff arrived later. Others present were Janie Gaskill, Sandy Mitchell, Tim Freed, Bryan Muncy and Duane Topliss. Minutes for the regular meeting April 11, 2012 were presented and approved. May’s accounts payable were also presented and approved. Janie Gaskill, treasurer, went over her report. She spoke again about keeping track of overtime to satisfy records for federal auditing purposes. Billy mentioned the City may need to purchase a new weed eater. The purchase will not come out of the equipment fund, but may come out of the general fund. There were no resident concerns. Duane Topliss discussed the dog issue with the council. The council is prepared to begin enforcing the dog ordinance, and set a tentative effective date of August 1, 2012. Sandy agreed to look into using the Hugoton Pound, and upon approval, she and Bryan will gather everything to commence enforcement. The Municipal Court report from Darla for court in February and March was read by Sandy. Three tickets were paid and one diversion agreement was completed. Billy brought up Paco Gonzalez would like to close the area of
road between Cimarron Drive and Antlers Drive. Discussion followed. The council agreed to get Erick Nordling’s opinion about the matter. Paco owns the property, but the City maintains the road and the trash truck needs access. An ad has been placed in The Hugoton Hermes for temporary full time help to work with Bryan. The idea is to have someone who will learn everything and be able to cover for Bryan and help keep the mowing up. Jon mentioned there is someone who is interested in developing lots who wants to know what the City would do as far as sewer and water are concerned. Discussion followed. The council agreed the person needs to develop a plan before the City will commit to anything. Resolution 2012-06, regarding weeds was presented and approved unanimously by the council. Jim brought up the subject of tires. Since tires are not to be thrown in the dumpsters or in the rolloffs, he has found someone who will take all the tires the community can collect. Discussion followed. The City will notify all those using City water to bring their old tires to the roundtop for disposal after May 14. As easement being considered by the City was rejected. The proposed sale of land north of the #4 was discussed. A letter will be written to the prospective buyer detailing the survey problems. Bryan reported he has the meter cans in place. He has sev-
eral projects to complete and would like to finish them before beginning anything new. Discussion followed about the Grasshopper mower. It needs repairs. Possible repair shops were suggested. Sandy reported some other cities are requiring golf carts and four-wheelers with the City. The vehicles are then legal to drive the City streets. The council is not interested in pursuing this. Myron Cooper wanted to know if he could put an RV in the space next to the old store. After discussion, the council agreed an electrical hookup will need to be approved. Sandy reported water loss for April was 15%. Bryan will have to go to Lawrence for the Wastewater Exam August 3. She asked if the City should get a DVD from Tymco about street sweeper maintenance and the council approved her request. Linda made a motion to go into executive session for ten minutes with the Mayor and Council only, to discuss time frames for full time work. Upon exiting the session, Billy stated no binding action had been taken. Discussion then followed about needed changes to the Employee Benefits and Policies. Council members agreed to schedule a special meeting to discuss this issue. The council adjourned. The next regular meeting is June 13, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, 125 Main Street. The public is invited to attend.
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Kyri Brummett is the 2012 Piano Student of the Year in Mrs. Sherry Kelling’s piano group. Kyri is seen with Mrs. Kelling at the piano. Kyri was mistakenly named as Karly Clinesmith last week. We appologize to Karly and Kyri for the mix up. Photo courtesy of Phoebe Brummett.
Hester Millemon receives plaque The Rolla Senior Center presented a plaque to Hester Millemon for her many years of service and devotion to the center. She has served as president for the Center Council and served on the Council Board of Aging. Hester has made dozens of quilts for foster children, and has
Screening Program and certain newborn screening tests to establish a new fund and funding mechanism for the Program. SB 62 gives more legal protection to Kansas health care providers who refuse to participate in abortions. HB 2454 creates the Creative Arts Industries Commission (CAIC) within the Department of Commerce. HB 2655 amends the Kansas Uniform Trust Code. HB 2631 makes several changes to the Dental Practice Act for the purpose of expanding dental service in the state, including creating an additional extended care permit level of service of dental hygienists via creation of a new permit level; encouraging additional capacity for Kansas residents in dental schools and establishing a volunteer license for retired dentists who choose to donate their services in certain settings. HB 2777 amends the current special education state aid law to allow the State Board of Education to charge a home school district, the district in which a student would reside or would otherwise be enrolled in if not attending the Kansas State School for the Blind or Kansas State School for the Deaf, for services provided by special teachers who assist in providing special education and related services to students at either school per an individualized education program. Submitted by the Office of Governor Sam Brownback.
Kaleigh Barrett was invited to attend an All-State Junior National basketball camp
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crimes must remain a top state priority.” The legislature enacted all of the child-protection recommendations Schmidt made in January. They include: Establishing a dedicated Crimes Against Children investigation unit at the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (included in budget bill, S.B. 294). Expanding the digital forensics capacity at the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (included in budget bill, S.B. 294). Extending the statute of limitations for prosecuting violent sex crimes against children to the victim’s twenty-third birthday, making it more difficult for
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C OMMUNITY C ALENDAR Thursday, May 24 Play Day and School Picnic starting at 8:30 a.m. Last Day of Classes May 25-26 High School Track at Wi-
chita Monday, May 28 Memorial Day Observed Thursday, May 31 High School Cheerleaders NCA Camp at Rolla.
and tournament in Oklahoma City. She played with girls from Texas, Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas and Oklahoma. Though they came from several states, Kaleigh had a girl from Greeley County as a teammate. Kaleigh's team went 3-0 against the competition. The scores were 53-44, 52-46, and, Kaleigh's favorite game was 116-48! "It was a great experience," Kaleigh said. She loved being on a team that scored over 100 points.
Meals will be served at school
Rolla High School student athletes Kyler Hull and Katie Murray qualified for State competition at the Regional meet Saturday.
The school will be serving breakfast and lunch for four weeks this summer, June 4 through June 29, 2012. Breakfast will be served from 7:45 to 8:30 a.m. and lunch is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The meals are free to all children, ages one through 18. Please spread the word about this program, especially to grandparents who may have grandchildren visiting this summer and to non-English speakers with children. Adult meals will be
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available for a charge. The kitchen will also be needing volunteers. This is a great opportunity for high school students to get some community service for their scholarship applications. Volunteers will have to attend a short training session before the program starts. Any adults helping will need the training also. The training will be at 10:00 a.m. May 2930 in the kitchen. Call the kitchen at 593-4167 or the district office at 593-4344 for more information.
SOCIAL SECURITY NEWS By Brandon Werth Social Security District Manager in Dodge City
SERVING WOUNDED WARRIORS AND THE SURVIVORS OF OUR FALLEN HEROES It’s an American tradition to pay tribute to the men and women of the Armed Forces each Memorial Day - especially honoring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. If you are a military service member who was wounded and needs to apply for disability benefits, it’s important to know that you will receive expedited processing. Our wounded warriors initiative is for military service members who become disabled while on active duty on or after October 1, 2001, regardless of
Legislators enact child-protection laws Monday Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt said Kansas children will be safer from violent predators because of the work of the 2012 Kansas Legislature. Schmidt praised legislators for enacting the entire child-protection agenda he recommended in January, when the legislative session began. The session ended May 20. “In a year marked by sharp differences over many issues, legislators should be proud of the broad support they gave to child-protection legislation,” Schmidt said. “There was no disagreement that protecting our kids from violent and sexual
Church, starting with a scavenger hunt. Other activities will be water fights, basketball, skits and more! The camp is for students in sixth through eighth grades. That evening, starting at 7:00 p.m., will be a concert and games at the church. Friday night will focus on high school students starting at 7:00 p.m. Games and a concert will entertain the youth of the area. All students are invited to attend these exciting activities.
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Kaleigh Barrett attends All-State Junior National Basketball Camp
been willing to work in the kitchen and help out where she was needed. The Rolla Senior Center sincerely appreciates all Hester has done through the years. Her daughters, Melba and Lynette and grandson Chad were at the Center for the celebration.
Governor signs nine new bills Kansas Governor Sam Brownback recently signed nine bills, bringing the total number of new laws this session to 113. He also has vetoed three bills and let two bills become law without his signature. HB 2471 establishes requirements for the appointof the three ment state-licensed administrator members of the Board of Adult Care Home administrators and makes changes to their terms. It also amends certain statutes regulating the licensure of adults care homes. SB 134 amends the Pharmacy Act, the Uniform Controlled Substances Act and the Prescription Monitoring Program Act. SB 262 requires courts give substantial consideration of a grandparent who requests custody of a child who has been removed from custody of a parent and not placed with the child's other parent. If the court does not give custody to a grandparent but places the child in the custody of the Secretary of Social and Rehabilitation Services for placement, then a grandparent who requests placement shall receive substantial consideration in the evaluation for placement, using the factors listed in the bill. If the grandparent is not selected for placement, the Secretary shall prepare and maintain a written report with specific reasons for the finding. SB 14 amends a statute governing the Newborn
One Voice, a Christian group from Southwestern Christian University, will be in Rolla May 30 to June 1 to host a Free Summer Camp and concerts for young people in the area. Wednesday, May 30, a light dinner will be served at the Methodist Church with a concert following. Dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m. and the concert will be over at 10:00 p.m. The fun camp will be Thursday morning starting at 10:00 a.m. at the Methodist
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predators to avoid prosecution by running out the clock (introduced as H.B. 2494, approved in S.B. 307). Prohibiting the reproduction of child pornography images during criminal discovery (H.B. 2464). Reducing the number of times a child victim must testify during proceedings to civilly commit sexually violent predators (S.B. 280) Strengthening the prohibition on sexual relations between foster parents and foster children (introduced as S.B. 279, approved in H.B. 2613). Restoring the original intent in Jessica's Law that certain predators who prey on children can be sentenced to lifetime supervision by the sentencing court, not by the prisoner review board (H.B. 2465). Schmidt said further announcements about the new child-protection capacities at the Kansas Bureau of Investigation will be made in the coming weeks. Submitted by the Office of the Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt.
where the disability occurs. Depending on the situation, some family members of military personnel, including dependent children and, in some cases, spouses, may be able to receive benefits. Learn more about it at www.socialsecurity.gov/ woundedwarriors. Did you know May is also National Military Appreciation Month? Even more reason to let members of our military know how much we value what they do for us and our nation. To learn more about the Social Security benefits for those who have served in the military, read our publication, Military Service and Social Security. You can find it online at www.social security.gov/pubs/10017. html, or send us an email at OPI.Net.Post@ssa.gov, or call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) to ask for a free copy to be mailed to you. Memorial Day also is a good time to remind families of fallen military heroes that we may be able to pay Social Security survivors benefits. If the person you depended on for income has died, you should apply for survivors benefits. Learn more about Social Security survivors benefits at www.socialsecurity.gov/pgm /survivors.htm. The men and women of the Armed Forces serve us each and every day. At Social Security, we’re here to serve them too.
Two members of the Rolla High School track team will be heading to state track in Wichita this week. Katie Murray, daughter of Jim and Suzanne Murray, qualified for the State event in high jump and triple jump. Katie jumped 4'10" for her third place finish in the high jump,
and 34'3" in the triple jump to send her to the state meet. Kyler is the son of Clint and Terri Hull. He will be competing in the high jump in Wichita. At the regional meet, he cleared a height of 5' 9" to qualify for the State meet.
Swimming Pool opens Memorial Day The Rolla Swimming Pool is planning to open Memorial Day. Pool hours are Monday through Saturday, 1:00 to 6:00 p.m., and Sunday, 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. Night swimming will be from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thurs-
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The Stevens County Vets Group will conduct Memorial Day Services with Reverend Michael Taylor. Moscow - 9:00 a.m. ~ Hugoton - 10:00 a.m.
To some, Memorial Day is the unofficial first day of summer. It’s a long weekend spent barbecuing on the deck, sunning at the beach or getting the pool ready for the season. But, relaxation isn’t the true meaning behind the holiday. Originally, Memorial Day was set aside to honor those who were killed during the Civil War. Southern states refused to acknowledge the holiday, feeling it honored only the northern Union soldiers. After World War I, the holiday was expanded to recognize Americans who fought in any war. Thus, the southern states were persuaded to accept it as a holiday. In 1971, Congress declared Memorial Day a national holiday to be observed on the last Monday in May. This year, take time out to remember American soldiers. Display a flag outside your home or car, attend or participate in a community parade, write letters to those currently serving in the military or pay a visit to the local cemetery to honor your hometown heroes.
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Donald Perry shows his beautiful backyard. The needed moisture we have received this year has made this a tropical paradise. In the middle of the greenery is a small pond with a waterfall.
The Hugoton City Park was recently revamped after Jesse Medina, Joe Holcomb and the rest of the crew at the power plant gave this bouncy toy a little TLC. For more pictures of the cute paint jobs, visit facebook.com/thehugotonhermes.
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Thursday, May 24 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. 10% of your purchase will go toward medical expenses.
MEMORIAL DAY
“The Role of a Country Lawyer” Part One For better or worse, we have ever larger numbers of lawyers. And for well over a couple of decades, they’ve been the plentiful source for caustic “lawyer jokes”, some of them richly deserved. But an advanced civilization would be impossible without them to codify and interpret “the law” so that any citizen might feel that there is justice in the world, no matter what the setting or circumstances. In an urban setting involving complex matters and veritable fortunes, one might expect contractual rights and privileges to be expressed in what the profession might term “impenetrable legal jargon”. And in such settings, one might logically expect their legal agents to be impeccably clad in expensive attire, and carry shiny black briefcases. A person living in rural settings, however, is more likely to prefer an advocate in informal garb, who can break complicated matters down into terms that are easier to understand and deal with. In this regard, it is sometimes said that “simplicity is the mark of the master”. And needless to say, the country lawyer has to be able to avoid all of the elaborate traps of the “city slickers” and act accordingly. One of the very best at all of this was Herb Smith, who passed away last summer after practicing law in Alva, Ok. for over fifty years. One of the things I learned
is Monday, May 28
Honor Your Loved Ones With... Silk Or Fresh Arrangements and a Variety of Single Flowers, Arrangements, Fresh & Silk Baskets and Sprays
We will make deliveries on Monday (to cemetery only)
Open Saturday 9 to 1 CLOSED MEMORIAL DAY!
Country Garden 524 S. Main
544-2816
Open Mon.-Fri. 9-5 & Sat. 9-1
This week’s geek of the week is the Library’s own Wanda. Wanda geeks brooches - can you tell?!
early in law school is that when someone represents himself in a legal dispute, he has a fool for a client. The second thing I learned was that when needing legal representation, a person had better get the best lawyer he can find (and afford.) But most importantly, whenever someone says, “I don’t know much about such matters, I’m only a country lawyer,” you had better hang on to your wallet with both hands. As a youngster growing up in a rural community, I only had a vague idea as to just what it was that a lawyer did to make a living. (The formative years for those of us growing up in the late ‘40's and ‘50's predated lawyer shows on TV like “Perry Mason” or “Judd, for the Defense”.) One of my childhood experiences with a lawyer, who at that time was serving as a little league umpire for six year olds, did give me cause to wonder about their collective sanity. In the late 40's in Hugoton, our family attorney, named Sherm Brollier, was calling a game from behind home plate as umpire when a sickly kid named Jimmy came to bat for our opponents with two outs in a late inning. Jimmy was always the last to be chosen in a Saturday’s pick up game, principally because he was an unfavorable type of triple threat. He could-
n’t run very fast, he couldn’t throw very well, and on offense, he had never gotten a hit. As we expected, Jimmy didn’t even come close to hitting the ball on his first two strikes. And when our pitcher wound up for his third pitch and blew it by the hapless batter for his third strike, all of we players in the field quickly headed for the dugout, when we were halted in our tracks by a shout from Brollier. “Boys, I’m sorry, but when I called the third strike, I held up the wrong finger.” Like every other six-year-old boy on the field, I thought to myself, “Say what?!!!” “You see guys, on my strike calling hand, I have a good index finger, and a good middle finger, but the fourth finger is cut off at the first joint. Unfortunately when I called the third strike on Jimmy just now, I forgot and held up the fourth finger by mistake, and you can’t have a complete strike called on an incomplete finger. We’ll just have to give him one more strike.” After glancing over to our coach, who quickly verified Brollier’s ruling, we returned to our positions on the field thinking, “we for sure never heard of this rule before.” But lo and behold, the results of the next pitched ball was different, and Jimmy barely managed to hit the ball which
dribbled weakly towards third base. Unfortunately for Jimmy, though, he was still a very slow runner and was easily thrown out at first. This time those of us in the field made certain that the first base umpire used a complete thumb in calling the runner out. After hitting a baseball in a game for that first time, Jimmy began to come out of his shell and matured socially. But he moved away shortly after that, and I lost track of him. However, I never forgot how he blossomed after his small success on the baseball field, and it all started with a four-and-ahalf fingered lawyer/umpire. Many times while progressing through grade school and high school, I thought about how the attorney had handled the situation involving Jimmy at bat. Even as six year olds, we were not totally convinced that his ruling about the partial fingered strikeout was technically correct. But the “equities of the situation” (lawyers love this term) called for the extraordinary relief granted, leaving all concerned with the feeling that justice had been served. (Of course it might have been entirely another matter, had Jimmy managed to drive in the winning run in a close game.) Next in The Hugoton Hermes: “The Role of a Country Lawyer” Part Two.
“Notes From Nancy” by Stevens County FACS Agent Nancy Honig
Heat and the Elderly Each year, more people die from "excessive heat events" - or heat wave - than from huricanes, lightning, tornadoes, floods, and earthquakes combined. Anyone can be adversely affected by excessive heat, but older adults are particularly vulnerable. Many older adults are at a heightened risk for heat-related illness or death. With age, the body's cooling mechanisms may become impaired, and living alone or confined to a bed can further increase risk. Excessive heat events are prolonged periods when outdoor temperatures reach ten degrees Fahrenheit or more above the average high temperature for a region. Who is at risk from extreme
heat? Older adults, young children, and people with chronic illnesses are at high risk from excessive heat events. Here are some simple preventative steps you can take to decrease the impact of excessive heat. . • The faster you move, the faster your body gets heated up. Hence, seniors should take it slow in the summer, especially when it is hot. All outdoor activities should be planned for early mornings when it is cooler. As much as possible, use the shaded areas under trees or covered porches. • Proper home ventilation is essential so that the temperature and humidity do not become very high. In places where there are no fans or air conditioning it may be
dangerous if the outdoor temperature rises above 90˚F. Some seniors prefer to keep windows closed for security reasons, even when a cool breeze is blowing. This problem can be easily solved by installing safety latches for windows so that they cannot be opened from outside but will allow air to enter. They are inexpensive and available at local hardware stores. Heat stroke is the most serious health effect of excessive heat events, when the body loses its ability to cool itself. If not treated immediately, heat stroke can cause severe and permanent damage to vital organs. Signs of a heat stroke include: strong pulse; body temperature above 104˚F; hot, dry hot and red skin; confusion; hallucinations; and aggression. How to Protect Against Heat • Air-conditioning, even for a few hours a day, can greatly reduce the risk of illness or death. If your home is not air-conditioned, visit air-conditioned buildings in your community such as the library. Take a cool shower or bath. • Drink plenty of fluids. Drinking plain water may not be adequate, as the body also loses sodium and potassium salts through sweating. Sports drinks can be used for this purpose. • Avoid beverages containing caffeine or alcohol. • Wear lightweight, light-colored and loose fitting clothing. Also wear a head covering such as a wide-brimmed hat, cap or scarf when in the sun. • Avoid strenuous activities, especially those outside. • Ask your doctor if any medication you take increases your susceptibility to heat-related illness. • Because seniors' skin is sensitive use high SPF sun block (30+) and avoid direct sun as much as possible by seeking out shaded spots. • Visit at-risk individuals twice a day, or ask someone to check on you if you are at-risk. • Call 911 for any signs of heat stroke as the patient needs immediate medical attention. Meanwhile, keep giving re-hydrating fluids. Also be aware of exhaustion symptoms which include mild nausea, light-headedness, faint-headedness, vomiting, clammy or cold hands, and excessive sweating. Take care this summer when the heat is high. Let's all hope for mild summer temperatures.
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History From The Hermes Compiled by Ruthie Winget
Elsie White brought in this great picture of the 1962 to 1963 bowling team made up of, left to right, Lillie White, Eva Gerrond, Laura Hamilton, June Phillips and Carol Nix. As you can
see, the ladies had made their annual trip to the Twentieth State Bowling Tournament in Hutchinson. Thanks Elsie for bringing in this great picture!
MUSEUM UPDATE from The Stevens County Gas & Historical Museum Gladys Renfro and Beulah Carter We’ve had 103 visitors this past month! Forty-three were from Hugoton and 60 were from out of town. Local Kansans included folks from Lawrence, Topeka, Bucklin, Independence, Liberal and Moscow. We also had visitors from Perryton, Tx.; St. Charles, Mo.; Valrico, Fl.; Memphis, N.Y.; Arkansas and even some from Denmark! Gary and Christine Avant, the visitors from Florida, were in Hugoton to hang the drapes in the new Pioneer Manor.
When we asked the Denmark visitors what the weather was like in Denmark, they said, “Cold.” They will be here five months. We had Mrs. Kendra Hall’s and Mrs. Tonya Hill’s second graders - they stayed most of the day and had school in the schoolhouse. The “walkie-talkies” were here Saturday morning. Evelyn McBride, Mrs. Fiss from Hugoton and Rhonda Crawford arranged the tour. Sites visited were the new Pioneer Manor, Abengoa ethanol
Mrs. Hall’s second grade class visited the Stevens County Gas and Historical Museum. The class divided to look at different exhibits. Above, some of the class went with Curator
plant, and the Early Childhood Development Center. They ate lunch at the Jet Drive In at noon. The group enjoyed their walk and the Museum served them refreshments. Please note: our summer hours are 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday will start June 4. Saturday hours of 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. will remain the same. We invite you to visit us at 905 S. Adams.
Gladys Renfro to look at antique toys. Below, the rest of the class went with Buelah Mae Carter to check out the Indian exhibits.
Be a more successful solicitor for your cause Solicitations for charitable donations take place every day, but not everyone is successful in their efforts to raise funds. Although many people would love to donate to charity, solicitations from organizations are competing with the demands of everyday life. The successful solicitor is one who recognizes the reasons men and women decide to do-
nate. • They want to leave a legacy showcasing ideals or causes. • They want to set a positive example for others, including their children. • They are emotionally attached or have a personal connection to a certain cause. • They want to memorialize someone close to them.
• They want to feel like they are changing someone's life. • They were raised to support charity. • They feel a sense of closeness to a particular group. • They need a tax deduction. • They want to belong to the "in" trend of the moment. This article was submitted by Metro Editorial Services.
Thursday, May 31, 2007 The old Star Lumber building caught fire and burned to the ground, creating a huge inferno. The Hugoton landmark was located at 411 Jackson. The black smoke bellowing out from the top could be seen for miles around. The Star Lumber building had been standing empty since about 1984. Dick Marquardt was presented the 2006 Lifetime Achievement Award at the Hugoton Chamber of Commerce luncheon last week. Thursday, May 30, 2002 Gene Johnson recently returned from Kosovo, Yugoslavia. He has completed a two year stint in the war-torn area where he and others were working to keep the peace among diverse cultures as well as training law enforcement officers from around the world. Thursday, May 28, 1992 Laura Armendariz, Keena Hittle, Marc Nichols and
Dinner time can be family time too Today's families are busier and more budget conscious than ever. With kids more engrossed in extracurricular activities and Mom and Dad fighting to make ends meet in a still struggling economy, time spent together as a family is increasingly scarce. Perhaps nowhere is that more evident than around the dinner table. Only one in five families sit down to dinner together, with many instead grabbing meals on the go or choosing fast food. Neither option is especially healthy or cost-conscious. But there are ways even the busiest families can enjoy a healthy meal together without breaking the bank. • Embrace technology. It's hard for many people, parents and children alike, to go an hour without being on the Internet. Families looking to spend more quality time together at the dinner table can now make the most of their time and their budget thanks to E-Mealz.com, a userfriendly online resource that provides a variety of easy weekly meal plans, complete with delicious dinner recipes and a corresponding grocery list that you just print and go! • Emphasize the importance of dinner together. A healthy breakfast is often referred to as "the most important meal of the day." But families should recognize eating dinner together is just as essential to building a strong family as breakfast is to building a strong body. Dinnertime provides the perfect opportunity for families to converse, connect with and relate to each other on a daily basis. “Instead of crowding your full plate, we think families should simplify,” says Jane DeLaney, founder and President of E-Mealz.com. “Making time for a shared meal around the dinner table means more time together ... more enjoying, more embracing, more capturing moments, more memories, more eternal perspective, and more reflection. It means more of all the things that truly matter.” • Be efficient when shopping for groceries. Trips to the grocery store can quickly turn into expensive odysseys for unprepared shoppers. Since time is of the essence for most families, be sure to bring a grocery list along on your next trip to the grocery store. A well planned list can drastically reduce time and money spent at the store, which only leaves more time for the family and money in your pocket. More information is available at www.e-mealz.com. From Metro Editorial Services.
Todd Perry will represent Hugoton High School in the 4A division of the State track and field meet at Wichita. Thursday, May 27, 1982 The Hugoton City Council spent the greater part of their meeting answering questions concerning the purchase of a new electrical generator and the building to house it. The power plant expenditure is reported to have cost $2,805,000. Thursday, June 1, 1972 O.D. Littrell has filed for re-election as Sheriff of Stevens County. Allsups 7-11 Convenience store will have their Grand Opening this week. The new store is located on the southwest corner of Sixth and Jackson. Thursday, May 31, 1962
Dick Perry, son of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Perry of Stevens County, will be among the graduates at Hutchinson Junior College. Dick has been very active in sports during his two years at the college. Thursday, May 29, 1952 Panhandle Eastern strikers went back to work Tuesday, ending a 27-day strike. The union employees came to an agreement with the company. The agreement entailed a 15¢ an hour increase and a 2¢ and 6¢ differential increase which made shift differentials amount to 6¢ and 12¢.
If any readers have pictures for the history page of the Hermes, please bring them in to Ruthie Winget at The Hermes office, 522 S. Main.
FILING FOR OFFICE Anyone filing for a County, Township or Precinct office needs to have all forms filed in the County Clerk’s office by noon June 1, 2012
If you can read this, thank a teacher ....since it is in English, thank a veteran
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Grace periods granted by Department of Revenue for tags At the beginning of the week, the new Kansas vehicle title and registration system experienced a prolonged slow down. The state’s Division of Vehicles sincerely regrets the inconvenience experienced by Kansans who were not able to receive service in a timely manner. The division also is grateful to county treasurers and their staffs for their continued collaboration during this transition. County treasurers were not responsible for today’s slowdown and provided service under challenging circumstances. The full resources of the system vendor, 3M, and the Kansas Department of Revenue were focused throughout Monday on identifying and fixing the problem. Monday afternoon, the system was able to process several thousand transactions and county offices will be open Tuesday. While some people must come into a treasurer’s office to handle their vehicle business, many do not. We urge those who need to renew their vehicle tags to use the
online system https://www.ksrevenue.org or mail in renewals to their county treasurers. In the event there are people who have attempted to renew their vehicle tags or get license plates for new vehicles and are unable to do so before expiration, the Department of Revenue has coordinated with Kansas law enforcement to allow the following grace periods: • Vehicle tag which expired April 30 (last names starting with C and D) will be granted a grace period through May 31 • Vehicle tags which expire May 31 (last names starting with E, F or G) will be granted a grace period through Jun 29 • For 30-Day Permits, the old cardboard style 30-day permits can be displayed on vehicles through June 29 • For 30-day permits that will expire between May 1 and May 31, there will be a grace period through June 29. This article was submitted by the Kansas Department of Revenue.
HERMES CLASSIFIEDS Deadline for all classified advertising is MONDAY at 5:00 p.m. All Garage, Yard and/or Moving Sale Ads MUST Be Pre-Paid. 1) Classified ad rate is $.20 per word per insertion. The weekly minimum is $3.35. 2) Classified display advertising rate is $5.00 per column inch. 3) All cards of thanks are charged at the display rate. 4) All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968, which makes it illegal to advertise "any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, children, or national origin or an intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination." This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis.
HELP WANTED WANTED: The Hutchinson News is looking for a contract paper carrier for Hugoton. For more information, please call 1-800-766-3311, extension 133 or email rtmiller@hutch news.com. (3c20) --------------NEEDED: Wanting a worker, needs to drive and take blood pressure on manual machine. Various other duties. Call 620-544-2229. (2c21)
ELECTION BOARD HELP WANTED
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MID-PLAINS CONSTRUCTION
please call the County Clerk’s office at 620-544-2541
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MOSCOW RECREATION COMMISSION
is currently looking to fill an open seat on the Recreation Board. If you are interested in this position, please send a letter of interest to: PO Box 68, Moscow, Ks. 67952
CITY OF MOSCOW
TEMPORARY FULL TIME HELP NEEDED - MAINTENANCE Wanted: person to assist City Superintendent with day to day maintenance. Hours will be 40 hours/week on a temporary basis. Some experience in mechanics necessary. Must live in Stevens County, write and speak English, be able to work unsupervised, and be able to lift mroe than 50 pounds. CDL and drug testing required. (CDL may be acquired after employement.) Applications are available at Moscow City Hall, 125 Main Street. Or mail resume to PO Box 7, Moscow, Ks. 67952. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
For more information, please call 544-2234. Solution to May 17, 2012 puzzle
Any Stevens County registered voter that would like to work on the Election Board -
The City of Moscow is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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PART-TIME PARA PROFESSIONAL Southwest Plains Regional Service Center is accepting applications for a Part-time Community Learning Center Para Professional for Rolla and Stanton County. Some evenings involved. Qualifications: Bilingual preferred; excellent communication skills; organizational ability; flexibility; computer skills essential. For further information or to apply, please contact: Rhonda McNeil, SWPRSC, PO Box 1010, Sublette, Ks. 67877 620-675-2241 rhonda.mcneil@swplains.org Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. EOE
Mid-Plains Construction is now taking applications for a safety observer at the Hugoton Ethanol Plant. Job requirements are, but not limited to: safety observer, daily progress reports, inventory and on site office clerk. If interested, please apply at Mid-Plains Construction on HWY 54 in Plains, Ks. Applications will NOT be taken on the job site.(2c20)
CURRENT OPENINGS AT STEVENS COUNTY HOSPITAL, MEDICAL CLINIC AND PIONEER MANOR NURSING HOME
Stevens County Healthcare is searching for a Secretary at Pioneer Manor Nursing Home. This is a full-time position and does include a weekend rotation. Responsibilities include answering phone calls, secretarial duties and assisting with residents when needed. We offer an excellent benefits package including Health Insurance. (1c21) Stevens County Healthcare is searching for Full-time, Part-time and PRN RNs or LPNs to work the Med/Surg floor. These positions are for both day and night shifts (7 am-7 pm and 7 pm-7am). All candidates must have a Kansas RN/LPN license to be eligible. We offer outstanding benefits, competitive wages, sign-on bonus (FT and PT only) and mileage reimbursement if individual lives 15 miles or more outside of Stevens County. (4c15) Stevens County Healthcare is searching for Full-time RNs and LPNs to work at Pioneer Manor Nursing Home. These positions are for the night shift (6 pm-6 am). All candidates must have a Kansas RN/LPN license to be eligible. We offer outstanding benefits, competitive wages, sign-on bonus and mileage reimbursement if individual lives 15 (4c10) miles or more outside of Stevens County.
Please contact Robyn Medina in Human Resources for an application 620-544-8511
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Help Wanted: Part Time Elevator Personnel
In the Classifieds the Good Stuff Goes Fast
United Prairie Ag, LLC is seeking part-time elevator personnel at our Hugoton and Moscow locations. Candidates must be able to work flexible hours, weekends and evenings. Employment is subject to successful completion of drug screening.
Shoppers hungry for bargains head straight for the Classifieds. Track down deals on everything from altoids to zippos.
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Interested persons should apply in person at 509 NW Ave. in Hugoton or 300 N. Road 20 in Moscow
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PUBLIC NOTICE
United Prairie Ag is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug free workplace
The Hermes will have EARLY DEADLINE - Friday, 12 Noon
(First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, May 17, 2012) 3t IN THE PROBATE COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF RONALD KEITH HEGER, DECEASED
PUBLIC NOTICE
(First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, May 10, 2012) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS
OF
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF GALE REESE, Deceased Case No. 12-PR-10
descent of the property of the deceased. You are hereby required to file your written defenses thereto on or before June 5, 2012, at 1:30 p.m., of said day, in the District Court of Stevens County, in the City of Hugoton, Kansas, at which time and place said cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon said petition.
Case No. 121PR12 THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: NOTICE OF HEARING You are hereby notified that Mildred E. Heger, wife of Ronald Keith Heger, deceased, filed a petition in the above Court praying for admission to probate of the will of the decedent and
The State of Kansas to All Persons Concerned: You are hereby notified that a Petition for Determination of Descent has been filed in this Court by Ethyle Faye Reese, as the Petitioner and one of the heirs of Gale Reese, deceased, praying for the determination of the
Gilmore, Shellenberger & Maxwell, P.A. 500 North Kansas Avenue Liberal, KS 67901 Ph:(620) 624-5599 Fax:(620) 624-5525
PUBLIC NOTICE
(First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, May 17, 2012) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE JAMES F. YOUNGER, DECEASED Case No. 11PR4 NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR FINAL SETTLEMENT
and expenses, and the Court determine the heirs of the said decedent and assign to them the real estate and personal property remaining in said estate. You are hereby required to file your written defenses thereto on or before the 12th day of June, 2012, at 9:30 a.m., in said Court in the City of Hugoton, Kansas, at which time and place said cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon said petition.
(First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, May 17, 2012) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, Plaintiff,
JAN LEONARD, Administrator CTA and Petitioner TATE & KITZKE L.L.C. 1024 S. Trindle, P. O. Box 909 Hugoton, KS 67951-0909 Telephone: (620) 544-2103 Attorneys for Administrator CTA and Petitioner
KRAMER, NORDLING & NORDLING, LLC 209 East Sixth Street Hugoton, KS 67951 Telephone: 620-544-4333 Attorneys for Petitioner
Kansas, at 10:00AM on June 11, 2012, the following real estate: SURFACE AND SURFACE RIGHTS ONLY in and to: Lots Nine (9) and Ten (10) in Block Four (4), in the original Townsite of Moscow, Stevens County, Kansas. more specifically described as 200 E. Kelly, Moscow, KS 67952
vs. Bryon Koehn aka Bryon P. Koehn Hilleri Koehn, John Doe (real name unknown) tenant/occupant Mary Roe (real name unknown) tenant/occupant Kansas Housing Resources Corporation Defendant(s).
to satisfy the judgment in the aboveentitled case. The sale is to be made without appraisement and subject to the redemption period as provided by law, and further subject to the approval of the Court. Sheriff of STEVENS County, Kansas
Case No. 11CV19 Div. No. K.S.A. 60 Mortgage Foreclosure NOTICE OF SALE
THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified a petition has been filed in this Court by Jan Leonard, the Administrator CTA of the estate of James F. Younger, deceased, praying for final settlement of the estate, approval of his acts, proceedings and accounts as the Administrator CTA, allowance for his attorneys' fees
Mildred E. Heger, Petitioner
PUBLIC NOTICE
AMENDED NOTICE OF HEARING Jason E. Maxwell, SC #18089 Attorney for Petitioner
for Informal Administration. You are required to file your written defenses to the Petition on or before the June 11, 2012, at 11:00 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.
Under and by virtue of an Order of Sale issued by the Clerk of the District Court of STEVENS County, Kansas, 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 main lobby of the STEVENS County Courthouse at Hugoton,
PREPARED AND SUBMITTED BY: SINGER TARPLEY & JONES, P.A. Sheldon R. Singer #10915 ssinger@stlaw.net Linda S. Tarpley #22357 ltarpley@stlaw.net Kenneth C. Jones #10907 kjones@stlaw.net Jonah W. Lock # 23330 jlock@stlaw.net 10484 Marty Overland Park, KS 66212 Phone: (913) 648-6333 Fax: (913) 642-8742 ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF
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FOR SALE FOR SALE: Black Angus Bulls, registered, tested, guarantee, excellent bloodlines, confirmation and performance, discounts. Facebook.com/blackvelvetranch. Contact Black Velvet Ranch, Aaron Plunkett, Syracuse, Ks. 620-384-1101.
FOR SALE BY OWNER: 1900 sq. ft. home w/ 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bath, extra large kitchen, full finished basement w/ kitchen and bath. Four car detached garage and in-ground pool. 113 Van Buren. Call 316-300-6593.
Member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS AND KANSAS ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS
112 S. Main • 620-356-5808 • Ulysses www.faulknerrealestate.com Se Habla Espanol-356-5808
612 E. 4th St. - Nice 2001 Manufactured home on full basement. Each bedroom on main level has its own private bathroom. 2 bedrooms in basement with possibility of more. Basement also has hookup for second utility room. Can access basement from inside house or from garage.
1501 Road 9 - Very well maintained brick home on 3.7 acres only 3 miles from town. 5 bed/4 bath. New roof 2010. Hardwood floors & new carpet on main level in 2009. A/C unit and Furnace replaced in 2011. Double oven & microwave new in 2011, refrigerator & dishwasher 2.5 years old.
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--------------FOR SALE: Twin Sealy PosturePedic with maple headboard, chest of drawers and vanity. 598-2486. (2c21) --------------FOR SALE: Furniture and miscellaneous tools. 620544-2229. (2c21)
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--------------FOR SALE: 2006 Outlaw 500cc 4-wheeler, $2500; 2008 800 Polaris 4x4, $3500; 2005 Y2125 Yamaha, $2000. Call 544-5223. (tfc18) --------------FOR SALE: 2004 yellow Jeep Wrangler, hard top and soft top, manual transmission, low mileage. Call 544-8288.
402 S. Main Street - Commercial Propertyover 5,000 sf zoned B-2, 75 x 190 lot, parking. Call for details!
509 Recreation Drive, Moscow - Brick Ranch, 4 bed/3 b, fin bsmt, fpl, wood floors, deck, and much more!!! Call for your private showing!
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Delivery & stacking available
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FOR SALE: 80 Acres Dryland south of Woods. Call Packer @785-761-3981. (3c21)
Call DJ @ 620-430-1273 Days 620-428-6127 Evenings (tfc)
Hermes Deadline: Monday 5:00 p.m.
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1986 Harley Davidson FLH Electraglide
1277 Rd W - Country Home with acreage! Brick 5 bed/3 b, fpl, basement, deck, all electric, 69x48 ship. A Must See!!
20579 Road D, Moscow, KS - Reduced Price! Completely remodeled and renovated 2bd/1b home with 5 acres! $40,000!!
Sale includes solo seat and new tourpack, new windshield, lots of extras, must see to appreciate!
620-453-0427 CAMPER FOR SALE
New Listing 1609 S. Madison St- Very nice 4 bedrooms, 3 bath home. 4th bedroom is separate from others & has its own bath, great guest room. Family room includes fireplace. Formal dining as Gas company pays up to 20,000 KW of well as kitchen dining. Large office/craft area & electric usage per year. 848 Road G. - This all electric 2 story home with media room. 5 bedrooms comes with 6 acres of land and 2 new Lots in Spikes Addition heating and air conditioning systems. $145,000.00 504 S. Wildcat Ct. 712 E. 5th St. Additional acreage available. Call today! 617 E. 4th
R PRICE 928 S. Jackson - Frame, 2 bed/2 b., lg family rm, basement, cen H/A. Call for details!
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FIREWOOD FOR SALE
Oak, Piñon, Mesquite, Pecan & More
101 S. Madison- $2,500 BUYER INCENTIVE!!! 3 bed/2 bath, central H/A, fence, attached garage. storage shed. Call for details!!!
515-517 West 6th - Commercial Building and Lot - 40x140 Metal building with land. Call for details!!
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1109 S. Madison St. - All you could ever want in a home. Home has 8 bedrooms, 4 1/2 bathrooms, 2 Living areas. Basement family room is equipped with cabinets, sink, and cook top. Bathroom downstairs has a large whirlpool tub. Kitchen and upstairs bath recently remodeled. New appliances in kitchen. Back porch remodeled and enclosed and nice sitting patio next to porch.
708 E. Fourth St. NEW CONSTRUCTION!! 3 BR, 2 BA, 2 Car Garage, Full Basement!! Buyer has opportunity to pick colors & other amenities of home. Allowances will be given for paint, flooring, and appliances.
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204 W. 8th St. - This exclusive home has 4 BD , 3 BA, with a full basement. There is a vinyl fence, 710 S. Van Buren- Great opportunity with this 3 shed, 1 car att. and, 2 car det. garage. Great locabedroom and 2 bath home. This home includes tion. To view this must see call Angie today! Agent carport, shed, and a fenced yard with a pool. owned!
307 N. Kansas, Suite 101 Liberal, KS 67901
SOLD 623 East 4th - Custom built, 5 bed/3.5 b, fin bsmt, appl, fence, att grge, 2 yrs old. Muchmore... Call for your personal showing!
(620) 624-1212 BUSINESS
522 West 7th - 4 bed/2 b, full basement, cen heat, open parking, corner lot. Call for details!!
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2003 Coleman Caravan 25 ft. camper 2 slideouts, electric jack, queen size bed, good condition, lg bathroom w/ tub & shower, microwave, refrigerator, stove, air conditioner, 2 new spare tires
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GARAGE SALES THREE FAMILY GARAGE SALE: Friday, May 25, 6:00 p.m. to ??? and Saturday, May 26, 8:00 a.m. to ???, 308 S. Jackson in the Alley, Little Bit of Everything --------------GARAGE SALE: Saturday, May 26, 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon, 1018 S. Madison, Kids’ Clothing and Toys, Furniture, Decor, Lots of Et Cetera --------------GARAGE SALE: Saturday, May 26, 8:00 a.m. to ???, 401 S. Adams, Proceeds Will Benefit Trip to LDS Young Women’s Camp ---------------
SERVICES KIRBY SERVICES: To our valued Kirby vacuum cleaner customers for factory authorized sales, service and supplies, please call 800-821-5050. (4p18) --------------HELPING HANDS TUTORING: Does your child need tutoring this summer? Certified and experienced teacher in all (2p20) areas. Reasonable rates. Call 620-428-5883. --------------INDEPENDENT LIVING: Living Independently in Northwest Kansas, LINK is available in your area to work with individuals with disabilities. LINK provides 5 core services of: Information and Referral, Independent Living Skills Training, Advocacy, Peer Support and Deinstitutionalization. If you would like to know more information on how to access services please call the Hays office for English at 785-6256942/800-569-5926 and speak with Angie or call 620-6246776/866-546-5004 for Spanish and speak with Debbie. (7c20) LINK, serving 37 counties in western Kansas. ---------------
WANTED WANTED: Buying your wheat straw, $7.00/bale. Call 5982978 or 620-874-0658. (tfc20) --------------WANT TO PURCHASE: Minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557, Denver, Co. 80201. (104p5) --------------NEEDED: Gas stove, refrigerator, full size or queen size box springs and mattress and love seat. Call 544-5616. (tfc31) -------------WANTED TO PURCHASE: Used refrigerator in good condition with icemaker. Please call 544-2261, ext 1207. (tfc18) ---------------
Wanting Land For Homesite I, Matt Russell, am a minister for the Church of Christ in Hugoton and I am looking for a plot on which to build a basement & move my Home. My first interest is in a Rural land plot that someone might be willing to subdivide (5-20 acres), preferably with a well that could be used for Domestic flow. I also am considering a residential plot and understand that several plots are available in town, which are not listed with Real Estate companies.
My contacts: Email: hugotonpreacher@yahoo.com Phone: 620-428-5660 (2c20)
Mark Faulkner-Broker Karen Yoder - Associate/Broker Residential & Commercial Specialist
Karen Yoder- 544-4161 or Cellphone 544-3730 Chance Yoder - Salesperson Agricultural Land Residential & Commercial Specialist
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FOR SALE BY OWNER FOR SALE BY OWNER
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Very nice 4 bd/2ba house. Nearly 2200 sq. ft. Many recent upgrades including new heating/A/C unit, new roof, new flooring, etc. Covered patio with spacious backyard. Asking price: $140,000.
Call Carla Hajek at
428-2913
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PREGNANT? NEED HELP? Call Birthright of Garden City, 316-276-3605 or Birthline in Liberal, 1404 N. Western, 620-626-6763. (tfc3) ------------
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603 Madison in Rolla
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Very well-built, beautiful brick home. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, office, bonus room, full finished basement with huge storeroom, fenced patio, oversized 2car garage, underground sprinkler.
620-544-5499 or 620-428-2929
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FOR RENT: 4 bedroom/2 bath House south of Ulysses, big kitchen, prefer work crew, $800/month. 620(2p21) 356-4203. --------------FOR RENT: 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments. Furnished or unfurnished. Bills included, washer and dryer, and cable. Call 544-2232. (tfc) ---------------
FOR RENT: Trailer Lot, 17 miles from Hugoton in the Moscow school district. 620544-9239. (4c18) ---------------
ROLLA PLAZA APARTMENTS 1 & 2 Bedroom.Rental Assistance Available. For more information call Shelli at 620492-3698 (tfc40)
SUNFLOWER PLAZA 1 bedroom newly decorated apartment for Senior Citizens For Information Call Plaza Office - 544-4011 or Selia Crawford - 544-2182
if no answer, leave message (tfc48)
1030 S. Main
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1900 sq. ft, 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, extra large kitchen 1400 sq. ft finished basement w/ bath and kitchen. 4 car detached garage and pool.
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Project Hope
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FOR SALE BY OWNER
Mike Schechter 316-300-6593 113 Van Buren
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Thursday, May 24, 2012
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Shirlene Hagler and Jewell Burrows enjoy time with family members during the Mother’s Day Tea at Pioneer Manor Sunday, May 12. In back are Macayla, Mariah and Lori Rome.
Mary Parrott enjoys her visit with family during the Mother’s Day Tea at Pioneer Manor Sunday, May 12. From left are Janet Stickler, Mary, and Marilyn Crane. In back are Chelsea Hendrich and Meridith Crane.
Pioneer Manor honors mothers with a Mother’s Day Tea Sunday, May 12. Donna Little visits with her family during the tea. From the left are Leslie Oder, Donna, Mary Barker and K.T. Oder.
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During Pioneer Manor’s Mother’s Day Tea Gloria Cox visits with family. From the left are Carl Cox, Gloria, Roy Cox and Nancy Cox.
Dorcas Mead enjoys the Pioneer Manor Mother’s Day Tea with her husband George Mead and daughter Linda McGill.
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The week before Memorial Day (May 21-27) is Recreational Water Illness and Injury (RWII) Prevention Week. The goal of this observance is to raise awareness about healthy and safe swimming, including ways to prevent recreational water illnesses and injuries. Every year, thousands of Americans get sick with recreational water illnesses (RWIs), which are caused by germs, chemicals, or harmful algal blooms found in places where we swim. Nationally, every day, two children under the age of 14 years die from drowning; it is the leading cause of injury death for children one to four years old. In Kansas, from 2006 to 2010, 150 deaths were reported due
Remember boating safety this summer Whether it’s during vacation or part of an ordinary summer day, boating can be fun for the entire family – as long as everyone remains safe. The U.S. Coast Guard reports an estimated 85 percent of boating-related drowning could be prevented by the use of life jackets. Nationally, of the children who drowned while boating in 2003, more than 60 percent were not wearing life jackets. “On a boat, everyone should wear a life jacket at all times,” says Cherie Sage, State Director of Safe Kids Kansas coordinator. “Look for a life jacket approved by the U.S. Coast Guard. Water wings and other inflatable swimming aids such as inner tubes do not prevent drowning.” Safe Kids Kansas recommends that children ages 14 and under wear life jackets not only on boats, but near open bodies of water or when participating in water sports. Kansas law requires children ages 12 and under to wear life jackets
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while boating, and children under 13 are required to wear life jackets on any recreational vessel in waters under Coast Guard jurisdiction. Safe Kids Kansas urges parents and caregivers to wear life jackets on boats or other watercraft as well. “Your children will pick up and embrace your safety habits,” says Sage. According to a 2005 study by Safe Kids Worldwide, children are much more likely to practice safe habits when they witness similar behavior by parents and caregivers. Safe Kids Kansas also reminds parents and caregivers: • Always wear life jackets when in or around open bodies of water and on boats. Make sure the life jacket fits snugly. Have the child make a “touchdown” signal - if the life jacket hits the child’s chin or ears, the life jacket may be too big or the straps are too loose. • Enroll your kids in swimming lessons taught by a certified instructor, but don’t assume swimming lessons or life jackets make your child “drown proof.” These precautions are important, but they’re no substitute for constant and active adult supervision. • Don’t let kids operate or ride on personal watercraft (such as jet skis). • Never drink alcoholic beverages while boating - a large portion of boating accidents that occur each year involve alcohol consumption by both boat operators and passengers. • Nobody should swim near a dock or marina with electrical hookups or lighting - swimmers can be electrocuted in
the water and drown. • Make sure the boat operator has passed a boating safety course approved by the Coast Guard before letting your child and your family ride in the boat. For more information about safe boat operations, contact the Coast Guard Info line at 800-368-5647 or visit www.uscgboating.org. • When there are several adults present and children are swimming, use the Water Watcher card strategy, which designates an adult as the Water Watcher for a designated amount of time (e.g. 15minute periods) to prevent lapses in supervision. To download a Water Watcher card, visit www.safekids.org. • Install a carbon monoxide detector on your motorboat to alert you to dangerous levels of exhaust fumes. • Learn infant and child CPR. In less than two hours, you can learn effective interventions that can give a fighting chance to a child who has fallen into water and become unconscious. Many local hospitals, fire departments, Red Cross offices and recreation departments offer CPR training. National Safe Boating Week is an annual educational campaign, coordinated by the National Safe Boating Council www.safeboatingcouncil.org, running the week prior to Memorial Day. For more information about drowning and boating-related injuries, call Safe Kids Kansas at 785-296-0351 or visit www.safekids.org. Visit them at www.safekid skansas.org and on Facebook.
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to drowning and 37 of these deaths occurred in children under the age of 15. Healthy and safe swimming means preventing the spread of the germs that cause RWIs and keeping children safe from drowning. Drowning is preventable, although each year thousands die and more are left with long-term effects including memory problems, learning disabilities, and permanent loss of basic functioning (e.g., permanent vegetative state). To reduce the risk of drowning: • Prepare by making sure that: - Everyone knows how to swim - Older children and adults know CPR • When in the water, keep swimmers safe by: - Using life jackets that fit for younger or weaker swimmers - Providing continuous, attentive supervision close to the swimmers even if there is a lifeguard - Avoiding alcohol and drugs when swimming or watching swimmers • When not in the water, prevent access to the water by: - Installing and maintaining barriers (for pools: foursided fencing and weight-bearing covers) - Using locks or alarms for windows and doors For more information about drowning prevention, visit www.cdc.gov/Homean dRecreationalSafety/Water Safety/index.html. RWIs are also preventable, but prevention requires swimmers to take an active role in protecting themselves and other swimmers. Research shows that health education campaigns are likely an effective way to increase swimmer awareness and encourage healthy swimming behaviors. Simple steps swimmers can take to help prevent the spread of germs that cause RWIs include: • Don't swim when you have diarrhea. You can spread germs in the water and make others sick. • Don't swallow pool, lake or any other water you are swimming in. Avoid getting water in your mouth. • Practice good hygiene. Shower with soap before swimming and wash your hands after using the toilet or changing diapers. Germs on your body can end up in the water. • Parents of young children should remember to - Wash their children before swimming (especially their rear ends). - Check diapers every 30 to 60 minutes. Change diapers in a bathroom or a diaperchanging area and not at poolside. Germs can spread in and around the pool. - Take your kids to the bathroom every 30 to 60 minutes. Waiting to hear "I have to go" may mean that it's too late. For more information about healthy swimming, visit www.cdc.gov/healthyswim ming/. Submitted by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment.