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12 pages, Volume 131, Number 22
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Thursday, May 31, 2018
Stevens County’s Award-Winning Newspaper
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because of the Brave Congratulations to Sara Cox for receiving the Opaa! Employee of the Year Award! Any Conde, President of Opaa! was here along with Jack Koehn, Director of Kansas Operations and Neil Broderick, Regional Director to present the award. Sara has been a part of the Hugoton
Elementary kitchen staff for 12 years. The thing she loves most about her job is being with the kids! Teachers and students were there to help surprise and say a big “Thank You” to Sara, and ended the celebration with ice cream for all!
Commissioners meet in Special Session
Masons show their respect during the Memorial Day service at the Hugoton Cemetery Monday.
Don Quattlebaum of the River of Life Church delivers the Memorial Day message.
United States flags along with crocheted wreaths decorate the crosses on Veterans’ graves.
Stevens County Veterans raise the United States flag at the Hugoton Cemetery Memorial Day showing respect and honor to the Veterans who lost their lives in years past.
Seth Mason places flags to decorate the Max Williams helps Boy Scouts Seth Mason and final resting places of Veterans at Brendon Gill to adorn Veterans’ graves with wreaths Hugoton Cemetery for Memorial Day. hand crocheted by American Legion members.
The Stevens County Board of County Commissioners met in a special session Friday, May 25 with all members, Joe D. Thompson, Pat Hall and Tron Stegman, present. Also present were Paul Kitzke, County Attorney and Amy Jo Tharp, County Clerk. Joe called the meeting to order. Joe called for a ten minute executive session regarding non-elected personnel over courthouse issues. Motion carried. Executive session
began at 8:04 a.m. and ended at 8:14 a.m. with all commissioners and Paul Kitzke in attendance. No action was taken. Tron made a motion to go into a 15 minute executive session including commissioners, Paul Kitzke and Robert Lucero to discuss non-elected personnel over courthouse issues. Motion carried. Executive session began at 8:12 a.m. and ended at 8:27 a.m. No action was taken. Motion was made and
passed - that the two areas of dead lawn on the north part of the Sheriff’s Office be concreted over. It was further stated any part of lawn at the courthouse without a sprinkler system will be concreted as well and the rest will be reseeded. Pat will get bids for the two places on the north part of the Sheriff’s department and one place at the northeast side of the courthouse. By motion the Board adjourned.
Mitchell Hamlin strides to a photo finish in the 400 meter race at State, breaking the HHS record with a time of 49.69 seconds in the prelims. He finished fourth in the finals.
Axel Granillo points to Billy Bell’s 32-year-old discus record - broken by more than nine feet after Axel threw 152’9” at the recent State meet. Photo courtesy of Stu Moore.
Hugoton’s Eric Perry hands off the baton to Jacob Eckert at the State meet Saturday. HHS broke the school record for the 4x800 meter relay at the State meet this past weekend with
a time of 8:04.9 in the finals. Other team members include Abraham Garcia and Jahaziel Garcia. The boys earned second place. Photo courtesy of Greg O’Loughlin.
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Obituaries ...........................................2 Rolla.......................................................8 Sports ...................................................6 Looking Back.....................................9 Moscow...............................................7 Classifieds ................................10-11 “Don’t Miss a Minute of Summertime Activities”....................................12
Johnny Lopez Irene Owen Bertha Montoya Rosalia Salas Marianne Sullivan
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Irene Owen Former Hugoton resident Irene May Owen, 87 of Madison, Tn., passed away Tuesday, May 1, 2018. Born May 17, 1930 near Crane, Barry Co., Mo., she was the daughter of the former Hazel Lavina Watkins and Alvin Albert “Ollie” Brechbuhler. She was a 1950 graduate of Hugoton High School as valedictorian. She was a professional nurse, a foster parent and a domestic abuse center volunteer. Mrs. Owen was a member of the Church of Christ. Irene loved sewing, making lye soap, listening to music and travel. In 1985 she traveled to Italy, Egypt and Israel. She also enjoyed writing and keeping journals and researching her family ancestry. Mrs. Owen had a passion for helping people in need. Professionally she worked as a nurse for 22 years and in 1989 did medical missionary work in Guyana, South America. Outside of her professional career she enjoyed helping people in the community through her church. Irene will be missed by all those who knew her and loved her. She is survived by her sister June Brechbuhler Homan of Columbia, Mo.; son Gary Homan of Murfreesboro, Tn.; two daughters, Beverly Freeman of Salida, Co. and Fonda and husband Wheeler Charles; three grand children, Nakia Schneider and husband Chris of Madison, Tn., Ninette Blackwell and husband Alan and Chuck Wheeler and wife Gwynn; six great grandchildren, Keaton James, Brianna Swint and spouse Ryker, Bryce Blackwell, Eli Wheeler, Zoe Wheeler and Abi Wheeler; former son-in-law Tom Boaz; and special friend Mary Ray and husband David. Irene is preceded in death by her parents Ollie and Hazel Brechbuhler; husbands, Robert Homan, Howard Stainbrook and Fred Owen; son John Homan; and three brothers, Roy, Franklin and Jimmie Brechbuhler.
Rosalia Salas
A Celebration of Life Funeral Ceremony was conducted from the Chapel of Spring Hill Funeral Home of Nashville, Tn. Arrangements were by Spring Hill Funeral Home and Cemetery. Cremation was Irene’s choice. Her monument is in Maple Park Cemetery in Aurora, Mo.
Word has been received of the death of Rosalia M. Salas. Mrs. Salas, 55, passed from this life Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at Satanta District Hospital. She was the daughter of Jose Mendoza and the former Manuela Hernandez, born June 26, 1962 in La Joya Satevo, Mexico. Rosalia and Juan Gonzalo Salas were married December 18, 1986 in Liberal. Mrs. Salas was very active with her family’s life and in the community. She loved her family and friends and they loved her just as much. She was a very hard worker. Rosalia had many hobbies, she enjoyed collecting crosses and angels, loved to garden, knit and enjoyed art. She loved shopping, especially at Kohl’s. Survivors include husband Juan Gonzalo Salas of the home; three sons, Antonio Herrera and wife Iliana, Juan Carlos Salas and wife Sugiry and Gabriel Angel Salas: four daughters, Leticia Herrera, Carmen Shirley and husband Benaud, Lory Hernandez and husband Miguel and Dahlia Baeza and husband
Eddy; her five brothers, Ramon, Socorro, Martin, Pepe and Bernabe Mendoza.; five sisters, Laura, Chayo, Patricia, Lucia and Nancy Mendoza; 15 grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends. Rosalia was preceded in death by her mother Manuela Hernandez Mendoza and grand daughter Elyse Baeza. Mass service was attended Saturday morning, May 26 at St. Alphonsus Church of Satanta. Burial followed at Dudley Township Cemetery of Satanta. Paul’s-Robson Funeral Home of Satanta was in charge of arrangements.
Marianne Sullivan Death has claimed the life of Marianne M. Sullivan, age 68 of Ulysses. Mrs. Sullivan passed away Monday, May 21, 2018 at St. Catherine Hospital in Garden City. She was born July 30, 1949 in Hutchinson, the daughter of Roscoe and Oleta (Gravitt) Moll. Marianne lived in Hutchinson until age eleven when the family moved to Kansas City. She graduated from Washington High School. Marianne graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Kansas State University where she obtained her Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education. June 26, 1970, Marianne married Monty Sullivan in Bertrand, Ne. He survives. Mrs. Sullivan loved her students and was a fantastic teacher for 27 years, teaching Title I Reading at USD 214, retiring in 2012. She was a Bob Wilson Memorial Hospital Auxiliary volunteer, and an American Association of University Women member. Marianne was an avid reader, enjoyed flower gardening, and loved spending time with her grandkids. She successfully showed Persian Cats since 1998. Survivors include her husband; children, Dr. Seth
Sullivan and wife Dr. Kiyoe of Bronxville, N.Y., Alyson Monson Esq. and husband Dr. Keith of Burr Ridge, Il. and Dr. Grant Sullivan and wife Barbara of Columbia, S.C.; brother Maurice Moll and wife Dory of Ft. Collins, Co.; and six grandchildren, Eve, Leah and Eamon Sullivan, Jack and Helena Monson and Maria Sullivan. Marianne is preceded in death by her parents. Memorial mass was attended Friday morning, May 25 at Mary, Queen of Peace Catholic Church with Reverend Peter Fernandez officiating. Memorial contributions may be given to Grant County Scholarship Fund or Scleroderma Foundation in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave, Ulysses, Ks. 67880.
Juan Johnny Lopez Longtime Hugoton resident Juan Johnny B. Lopez, 80, passed from this life Sunday, May 27, 2018 at Stevens County Hospital in Hugoton. Born August 23, 1937 in Las Vegas, N.M., he was the son of Grace Lopez; and raised by his grand parents Cirilo and Vicenta Lopez in Las Vegas, N.M. He moved to Hugoton from Las Vegas in 1977. July 5, 1980, Johnny and Vicie Jane Jones were married in Meade. Johnny loved and enjoyed being with his family. He was a fun and loving man who was loved by the community. Johnny would dress up at Christmas as Santa for his grandchildren but would also do it for other families in Hugoton. He loved to sing. Mr. Lopez started the Santa Committee about 35
years ago because he really enjoyed making the children happy. He would go out to the Pioneer Manor nursing home to entertain the residents by dressing up as a clown. Throughout the year he would dress up as Santa, Dracula, Easter Bunny and Clowns. He enjoyed making people smile. Johnny worked for Panhandle Eastern until retirement. He then worked as a Substance Abuse Counselor for SKDAF and Mirror Inc., before he started his own counseling service. Mr. Lopez attended the First Christian Church of Hugoton where he was known as the candy man to all the children at church. Survivors include his wife Jane Lopez of the home; three daughters, Pat Wishon of Hugoton, Joann
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Alva, Ok., Trudy Harris of Joplin, Mo. and Adele Elliott and husband Kenny of Hugoton; 12 granddaughters; three grandsons; 12 great granddaughters; five great grandsons; and his many other relatives and friends. Those preceding Johnny in death were his mother; grandparents; two brothers, William Ray and John Henry Lopez; sister Ina Taylor; and great granddaughter Syndl Garrison. Fernandez of Albuquerque, N.M. and Veronica Lopez of Colorado Springs, Co.; extended family members, Gene Shelton and wife Sheri of Liberal, Darrell Shelton and wife Sally of Alva, Ok., Jack Shelton and wife Deb of Marion and Louise Shelton of Hugoton; his three sisters, Sally and husband Darrell of
By John Schlageck, Senior Editor/Writer, Kansas Farm Bureau
Where we live Reflection is a good thing. It allows you to see where you’ve been and hopefully chart a better course on where you’re going. While on vacation recently I had a chance to think about the small community where I grew up. Located in northwestern Kansas, Seguin was a small farm/ranch community of approximately 50 hearty souls. Located in Sheridan County, three miles south of Highway 24, the Union Pacific railroad used to run through our small town. Seguin was a community where families were raised and values – good and sometimes bad – were instilled. Looking back, those fortunate enough to grow up there – like I did in the ‘50s and ‘60s – were surrounded by people with core values that helped guide us throughout our lives. Human spiritual nature topped the list. A spiritual quality like, seek ye first this kingdom of God and his righteousness and all things shall be given unto you. We all grew up with Monsignor Mulvihill and the Sisters of St. Joseph, went to mass six days a week and learned to abide by the golden rule. Next, was the courtesy level of our town. This was measured by the ordinary civilities a total stranger could expect. Residents of Seguin and the outlying community always welcomed family and friends back for special events – many centered around our church and its congregation. Other celebrations included wheat harvest, a wedding or graduation from school. Transient laborers, especially during wheat, milo and corn harvest, were also treated well because of their valuable contributions during these critical periods. Rootedness or a sense of commitment on the part of a town’s people was another cornerstone in our little community. Dependent on the fertile, sandy loam soil of the High Plains, Seguin’s families lived by
the unspoken agreement that this was a place to stay, put down roots and build a family, a farm, a business and a future. This quality is closely related to a sense of place, which now grows rarer with each passing day. Diversity – not necessarily in the form of many nationalities – but rather in the form of creative disagreement was another building block in our community. This meant our little town enjoyed a certain confidence that all its inhabitants didn’t have to echo one another to make progress. On the contrary, a community, like a country, can profit by its differences. Believe me, nearly everyone I ever knew in Seguin spoke up, voiced their opinions and let their ideas be heard. Loyalty was the fifth attribute our community was blessed with. Loyalty is often confused with conformity, though the two are really opposites. It is precisely loyalty to the community, to posterity and to principle that moves a citizen not to conform. A dissenter may never be so loyal as when refusing to go along quietly. Loyalty is a virtue, but not a simple one. Certainly, it is not as simple as those who use it as a club to enforce their will on an individual or a community. Generosity was the sixth attribute and not just with material support but a generosity of spirit akin to humility. This broader, deeper attribute sets aside not only personal interests for the sake of community, but personal grudges, slights and obsessions. One might call this trait charity, but charity in our society has acquired an unfortunate connotation of being optional – not obligatory. Some believe charity is what you do with what you have left over. Those who believe they owe a debt to their com-
munity and embrace the opportunity to repay it practice charity, the real thing. Pride in our little burg was also clear. Self-respect may be a better word for this civic virtue. It has to do with much more than clean streets, green lawns and painted buildings. It also explains good schools, honest law enforcement and other amenities that make for a proud, self-respecting community. Openness was the final attribute in our small northwestern Kansas community. Without openness all of these other virtues would only be a facade. Our community was an open book. Everyone knew everyone else and everything that was going on. Candor, candidness, frankness, sincerity and plain dealing were the only way of doing business and conducting each day of your life. Everyone who lived in Seguin was a member of the community and part of our town. Didn’t matter who you were, where you lived, how old you were or whatever else. Our community was a place of human and humane values. Sometimes in the rush of everyday life we forget to live by such values. Know your neighbors, coworkers and the members of your community. And, yes, it’s all right to argue with them and disagree with them about what is best for the community. What is important is to care about your community. Think of its best interests and don’t let your mind be diverted by lesser concerns or scattered holdings. Just like the little community I grew up in and the family and neighbors who helped shape who I am today, each of us live in communities that have values and fine traditions to uphold. Be part of yours. John Schlageck is a leading commentator on agriculture and rural Kansas. Born and raised on a diversified farm in northwestern Kansas, his writing reflects a lifetime of experience, knowledge and passion.
Graveside services are planned for Saturday morning, June 2 at 10:00 a.m. at Hugoton Cemetery with Pastor Heath Kelley presiding. Friends may call Thursday and Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Paul’s-Robson Funeral Home in Hugoton. A memorial has been established for Juan Johnny B. Lopez. Memorials may be mailed to Paul’s-Robson Funeral Home, PO Box 236, Hugoton, Ks 67951.
Bertha Montoya Ulysses resident Bertha Montoya, age 60, passed away Saturday, May 26, 2018 at her home. She was born May 12, 1958 in Kress, Tx., the daughter of Guadalupe and Belen (Serna) Barrera. Bertha grew up in Texas. She married Pablo Montoya June 20, 1984, they later moved to Kansas. Bertha was the matriarch of the family. She was very devoted to her grandkids, siblings, nephews and extended family. She treasured the time she spent with them. Survivors include her son Joseph and wife Miranda of Lakin; grandchildren, Isaiah, Aja, Avory and Nicolas Barrera; her brothers, Billy Barrera of Boise City, Ok., Roger Barrera of Las Vegas, Nv. and Terry Barrera of Liberal; sisters, Latricia Aleman of Hugoton and Tonya Earl of Hooker, Ok.; aunts, Susan Oritz of Ulysses and Marjorie Vidalier of Lafayette, La.; Pablo Montoya of South Dakota;
and her extended family. Bertha is preceded in death by her parents; sisters; brothers; and nephews. Graveside service will be Saturday, June 2 at 2:00 p.m. at Elkhart Cemetery. Visitation is Saturday, June 2 from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at Garnand Funeral Home in Ulysses. Memorial contributions may be given to Bertha Montoya Memorial Fund in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave, Ulysses, Ks 67880.
Police Report 620-544-4959 • After Hours, 620-544-2020 Monday, May 21, 2018 • Hit and Run, 500 Block of South Monroe, Took Report, Officer Fedelin • Vehicle Unlock, 1700 Block of South Main, Citizen Assist, Officer Fedelin Tuesday, May 22, 2018 • Dog at Large, 200 Block of South Washington, Returned to Owner, ACO Smith • RP of Loud Music, 1100 Block of South Main, Gave Them a Warning, Officer McCann • Suspicious Vehicle, 700 Block of South Main, Officer McCann Wednesday, May 23, 2018 • Vehicle Unlock, 900 Block of East Eleventh, Citizen Assist, Officer Heger Thursday, May 24, 2018 • Dog at Large, Third and Adams,
Returned to Owner, ACO Smith • Suspicious Subject, 700 Block of South Monroe, Sergeant Johnson Friday, May 25, 2018 • Theft, 600 Block of Copperstone, Officer McCann Saturday, May 26, 2018 • Medical Assist, 300 Block of South Harrison, Public Service, Officer McCann • Medical Assist, 700 Block of East Third, Public Service, Officer Crane • Suspicious Vehicle, 4H Building, Late Night Cleaning, Officer Crane Sunday, May 27, 2018 • Suspicious Activity, 100 Block of West Seventh, Officer McCann • Vehicle Unlock, 700 Block of South Madison, Citizen Assist, Officer McCann • Suspicious Activity, 1600 Block of South Jefferson, Officer McCann
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What’s Happenin’ AL-ANON Family Group meets at 1405 Cemetery Road Mondays and Thursdays at 8:00 p.m. Call 620544-2610 or 620-544-2854 for more information. HUGOTON LIONS CLUB meets every Second and Fourth Thursday of the month at Memorial Hall at 7:00 p.m. HUGOTON MASONIC LODGE #406 AF&AM meets every second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. MY HOPE Support Group for any adult grieving the death of a loved one meets the second Tuesday of each month from noon to 1:00 p.m. at High Plains Public Radio, 210 N. Seventh in Garden. Call 620-272-2519 for more information. BREAST FRIENDS CANCER SUPPORT GROUP for breast cancer patients meets the second Wednesday of each month from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Legacy House, at 309 E. Walnut in Garden City. For more information call 620272-2360. Every Friday - Pioneer Manor Men’s
Group 10:00 a.m. Everyone is invited to come for the Men’s Group and drink coffee with residents. Until June - Sign up to participate in the 2018 Kansas Archeology Training Program Field School June 2-17 at the Kaw Mission State Historic Site in Council Grove. Registration packet and further details are available on the Kansas State Historical Society Web site at kshs.org/14622. You may also call Tricia Waggoner at 785-272-8681, extension 267. June 1 - Summer Reading begins for all ages at the Stevens County Library - Peace House Ministries will host speaker Brad Hearon at the Hugoton Church of God, 801 West City Limits from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Supper will be provided. June 1-3 - Raku painting at the Hugoton Rec Bob Sosa building starting at 3:00 p.m. Friday and 9:00 a.m. Saturday. Reserve your spot today! June 4-7 - First Christian Church’s
Shipwrecked VBS: Rescued by Jesus. Shipwrecked is for kids from preschool to sixth grade and will run from 9:00 a.m. to noon each day. For more information, call 620544-2715. June 4 - Commissioners’ meeting at 8:30 a.m. in the Commissioners’ room in the basement of Courthouse. - Stevens County Hospital Board will meet at 5:30 p.m. at Pioneer Manor. June 7 - Decorations placed on graves at Hugoton Cemetery must be picked up. June 8 - Stevens County Genealogical Society Meeting in the Computer Lab at 1:00 p.m. June 11 - Hugoton City Council will meet at 5:15 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, basement of City Office. - USD 210 Board of Education will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the Central Office, 529 S. Main. - Stevens County Airport Board will meet at the Airport Office at 6:00 p.m.
Robert Caraway us took a gun to a crowd and killed our peers. Before bullying it was video games. We didn't have video games but we played cops and robbers, war, and other games where the good guys and the bad guys 'killed' each other. Some of us were drafted, taught to kill, and sent to war. We pick up the didn't newspaper every morning dreading to read about the latest mass shooting. So what was the difference? We had PARENTS! They taught us right from wrong. They taught us to value life and to respect the rights of others. If we hurt someone they didn't blame
the rock or stick or other weapon that was used. They realized the fault was the user, not the tool. Then we came along and took God out of our lives, taught ourselves that our individual rights trumped the rights of others, and lost respect for anything and anybody. With us the shame is not in doing something bad ~ the only shame is in getting caught. It's not our fault; we are victims. As parents we want to be buddies, not authority figures. The current problem will not correct itself. We need to realize the fault is ours and shift the paradigm. Robert Caraway Liberal, Kansas
Hugoton Gas Prices As of Tuesday, May 29 Brown Dupree - $2.75 Eagles Landing - $2.76 Kangaroo Express -$2.74 Thrifty King - $2.92 Toot N Totum - $2.74 Average retail gasoline prices in Kansas have risen 1.8 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.73 per gallon Sunday, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 1,329 gas outlets in Kansas, according to gasoline price Web site GasBuddy.com. Including the change in gas prices in Kansas during the past week, prices Sunday were 54.0 cents per gallon higher than the same day one year ago and are 18.6 cents per gallon higher than a month ago. "As the summer driving season gets underway, there's reason to be optimistic and perhaps happy: OPEC appears ready to raise crude oil production to meet higher global demand, dashing at least for now, the likelihood of seeing the national average hit that ugly $3 per gallon mark," said Patrick DeHaan, head of petroleum analysis for GasBuddy. "For now, the national average peaked just under that level and prices are now starting to move ever so slowly lower, but more drops are coming. Crude oil dropped to $66.84 per barrel in electronic trading last night, representing a $5 per barrel loss in less than a week. I can confidently say that gas prices will be moving
Dorothy wins Hugoton’s Bridge Club met at the Senior Center this past Thursday, May 24 for their weekly game. This week Jan Black hosted the players. Dorothy Hagman claimed first with her high score, while hostess Jan came in second. It was a tie between Patricia Kleffman and Barbara Maerz for third. If you like good company and good cardplay, give Dorothy Hagman a call at 620-544-2945 and join the Hugoton Bridge players for an afternoon of fun!
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Where’s the blame for mass shootings The current crop of shooters are not to be blamed for carrying guns into 'gun free' zones and killing as many of their peers as they can. After all, they were bullied. I started school in the first grade. Didn't go to preschool or kindergarten. Graduated after 12 years. Graduated from a junior college. Graduated from a four year college. Spent a semester in grad school. I can't remember a class without bullies. Including sometimes the teachers / professors. The professor I was assigned to as a grad student was a bully. Some of the people in my classes weren't angels, and I did some things I'm not particularly proud of but none of
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lower this week and perhaps into next week, so long as nothing comes out of left field to derail the plummet in oil prices. Motorists beware, however- the fall in gas prices will be slow to arrive at some stations and quick at others, so before gleefully filling up, check if you're getting the best deal in the area." For LIVE fuel price averages, visit FuelInsights.Gas Buddy.com.
Decorations placed on the graves at the Hugoton and
rural cemeteries
must be picked up before
June 9, 2018
Painting - Friday, June 1 at 3:00 p.m. - Saturday, June 2 at 9:00 a.m. Firing Saturday and Sunday Cost per piece $7 plus price of the piece. Stoneware pieces proved by Musette 4-6” Pots $25 - 8-10” Pots $35 - Bowls $40 Limited to 20 pieces per day.
300 East 3rd Street
Is Blessed and Honored to Have the Renowned Speaker
BRAD HEARON JUNE 1, 2018 NEW LOCATION!!! HUGOTON CHURCH OF GOD 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Come join us for fun and fellowship! Supper will be provided! Choices, Lies & Consequences Brad Hearon, was burned January 7, 2003, at the age of 19, while manufacturing “meth.” As you can image, his life changed dramatically. He spent Jan. 7, until April 29, 2003 in the Via Christi Burn Unit, where he was in a drug-induced coma for the first 13 weeks. After the hospital stay, he experienced 6 weeks of acute physical rehab where he was able to stand on his feet for the first time in 5 months. Brad then realized that he was going to have to face the consequences of his choices for the rest of his life.
Church of God at 801 West City Limits 620-428-2046
Britta wins STAR scholarship
R'Bree and Ren have experienced 400 books in the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library. Great work R'Bree and Ren!
Elodie and Jack have experienced 700 books in the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library. Way to go Elodie and Jack!
The prestigious P.E.O. STAR Scholarship for the 2018-2019 academic year was presented to Britta Beesley, a senior at Hugoton High School. The scholarship was presented at the Hugoton High School awards ceremony by Nancy Honig. Britta is the daughter of Walt and Jennifer Beesley and was recommended for this scholarship by Chapter GC of Hugoton. Beesley has been accepted and will attend Kansas State University where she has plans to study Business with a minor in Leadership Studies beginning this fall. The P.E.O. STAR Scholarship is a $2,500 scholarship based on excellence in leadership, extracurricular activiites, community service, academics and potential for future success. The program is open to young women who are citizens or legal permanent residents of the United States or Canada and who are graduating high school seniors at the time of aplication. A student must be rcommended by a P.E.O. chapter. The P.E.O. Sisterhood, founded January 21, 1869, at Iowa Wesleyan College in Mount Pleasant, Ia., is an international philanthropic and educational organization which promotes increased educational opportunities for women.
There are nearly 6,000 local chapters in the United States and Canada with almost 250,000 initiated members. The P.E.O. Sisterhood has provided over $304 million in finincial assistance to more than 102,000 recipients. The P.E.O. Sisterhood also owns Cottey College, a fully accredited, private liberal arts and sciences college for women, with two-year and selected four-year programs, located in Nevada, Mo. For additional information on the P.E.O STAR Scholarship, please contact Nancy Honig at nhonig@ksu.edu or visit peointernational.org.
SUNNY 7 Mutual Aid Benefit August 4, 2018 • 3:00 p.m. Jim Wilson Crane Service
Single Tick ets $ 30 advance $ 35 at door
2258 W. Rd 10 - Ulysses
Tickets can be purchased after June 1 at the following locations:
United Prairie Ag - Ulysses, Hugoton, Satanta, Lakin, Moscow Warner Automotive-Ulysses, Triple J’s Pizza-Satanta OR contact your local fire department!
Family Tickets (4-5) $100 advance $120 at door
This event is intended to raise funds for the Hamilton, Haskell, Kearny, Grant, Stanton, Morton and Stevens County Fire Departments. Proceeds will go toward wild land gear, training and other needs of our rural fire departments. Most may not know - but our fire departments are comprised of volunteers!
These departments are in DESPERATE NEED of funds to HELP PROTECT our local communities
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4 | Thursday, May 31, 2018 | The Hugoton Hermes COMPLETE MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES • Including Family and Marriage Counseling •
Southwest Guidance Center Call 624-8171 for an appointment
One Man’s Trash Is Another’s Treasure! Find yours at one of Stevens County’s GREAT garage sales!
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GALACTIC STARVEYORS VBS VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
May 30, 31 & June 1
Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 9:00-11:30 AM Kids, PK thru 6th grade
Hugoton United Methodist Church 828 S. Main Street
Chamber talks summer activities at Tuesday’s luncheon
The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce met for their monthly Chamber Luncheon last Tuesday at the Pioneer Manor coffee shop. Chamber members enjoyed a delicious Mexican food lunch. Chamber Director Alisha Owens started off the meeting by informing the Chamber members about the fast-approaching Park Day July 4. She is taking reservations for booths that will be at the Hugoton Park for Fourth of July, which is a Wednesday this year. She stated they are planning their first Annual Dive and Dash, scheduled for Saturday, July 14 at the municipal swimming pool. Entrants who are registered by June 30 will receive a special shirt. Dive and Dash is a 150 meter swim. Alisha also reminded the members September 8 will be the High Plains Fall Fling. A craft show will be offered. The Second Annual Barbeque Bash is also scheduled
for that weekend, and the High Plains Music Fest will be featured. Laura Crawford of the Stevens County Library was next on the agenda. She listed all the many events for children as well as for adults going on at the library this summer. The library has a walking program called “Step It Up”. Every Monday the number of steps you have walked the past week will need to be turned in at the front desk. The goal is to walk one million steps by September 1. Prizes will be given. If your family owes the library any fines, the library will accept canned goods instead of the fine during this week. Each canned food takes a dollar off the fine. The canned goods will be donated to Project Hope. Laura stated the library has two key fobs for the Fitness Center that can be checked out. They are limited to one week per check out. This is an easy and inex-
A tractor safety training course will take place Thursday, June 14 at the Haskell County Extension office, 503 S. Fairgrounds Road in Sublette from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Teenagers 14 and 15 years of age who wish to perform field work for someone other than a parent or legal guardian must complete a
Tractor Safety Course, according to U.S. Department of Labor requirements. The Hazardous Occupations Order in Agriculture (HOOA) was enacted in 1968 as a public policy measure to reduce the number of injuries to youth on farms. An educational exemption allows youth 14 and 15 years of age to work for hire after they successfully complete a training program. A small fee is required to take the course. Lunch will be provided by the Haskell County Farm Bureau Association. To pre-register, please contact the Haskell County Extension office at 620-6752261 or the Stevens County office at 620-544-4359. Teenagers needing a ride to the training may inquire at their Extension office.
Teens invited to attend tractor training course in Sublette
Meditation “Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but whoever hates correction is stupid.” —Proverbs 12:1 NIV
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iscipline” is a word that is pregnant with meaning. We can use the expression “being disciplined” to mean that one shows self-restraint and has regulated his or her life in such a way that there is order and that one’s life is productive. We can also talk of “being disciplined” to mean that one is being punished by external forces or agents. Parents discipline their children in an attempt to help them develop that self-restraint or discipline which is necessary for them to function well. In a spiritual context, discipline is likewise pregnant with meaning. There are a variety of practices which might be termed “disciplines,” such as fasting, praying, and obedience, which deepen our spiritual lives and help us develop the proper self-restraint in the spiritual realm. Self-restraint is such an important character trait that without it life becomes chaotic. People who cannot restrain themselves find themselves addicted to drugs, incarcerated, and without the material resources to sustain their own lives. The religious disciplines are helpful in training people to be autonomous, self-restrained members of society, but many of us have forgotten how to do these things, which is why having a spiritual mentor or guide is important. Over the coming weeks, we will examine a variety of spiritual disciplines, including meditation, fasting, praying, and study, as well as simplicity, service and submission. Reflect on areas of your own life where you need to be more disciplined.
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AGAPE CHURCH OF HUGOTON 409 East Ninth, Hugoton Sunday – 10:30 a.m.
Terry Miller - 453-2212 - 428-1135 ASSEMBLY OF GOD Main and Second Street - 544-2773 Tim Singer, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:45 a.m. Life Groups Sunday Nights - 6:00 p.m. Inside Out Kids Wed. - 6:30 p.m. Student Ministry @ The Turnaround Wed. 7:00 p.m. HugotonAssembly.com
BETHEL FRIENDS CHURCH 11th & Jefferson - 544-8517 Roy Bogan, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Service - 10:30 a.m. Wed Evening Ministries - 6:30 p.m. (Children, Youth, & Adult)
CHURCH OF CHRIST 1045 S. Van Buren Church: 544-2825 Home: 453-0965 Lee Rottman Wednesday - 7:00 p.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Evening Service - 6:00 p.m.
CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS 520 E. First - 544-2125 Sacrament - 9:00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Priesthood - 11:00 a.m.
CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 500 S. Van Buren - 544-2493 Pastor Dave Piper Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:45 a.m. Evening Services - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.
FAITH CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST Tenth and Jefferson Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Bible Band (Tuesday) - 6:00 p.m. Home and Forn. Miss. (Friday) - 6:00 p.m. Youth - 6:00 p.m. Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 600 S. Van Buren - 544-2715 Pastor Heath Kelley Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Fellowship - 10:15 - 10:30 a.m. Worship Hour - 10:30 - 12:00 Children's Church, 10:30 a.m. Jr. High Youth Group, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Sr. High Youth Group, 7:45-9:00 p.m. Information on small groups call 544-2715
FIRST CHURCH OF GOD 801 W. City Limits 544-2652 Israel Franco, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Evening Service - 6:30 p.m. Call 544-2652 for Church Bus
HUGOTON BAPTIST CHURCH Eighth and Main 544-2210 Pastor Gary Stafford Parsonage - 544-2295 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 6:30 p.m.
LONE STAR FRIENDS CHURCH 14 Miles East of Hugoton on Highway 51 Church 624-3784 Home 624-3104 Pastor Gary Damron Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Blended Worship Celebration - 10:45 a.m. Jr. High & Sr. High Youth Group - Sunday 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Evening Adult Study - 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wednesday - 8:00 p.m.
MY FATHER’S HOUSE A Full Gospel Church 207 East 6th - Hugoton Pam Peachey, Pastor 544-2436 Services Sundays 10:30 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.
PRIMERO BAUTISTA IGLESIA HISPANO Congregación 618 Main sur - Hugoton 620-370-1003 Pastor Marcelino Auila Servicio de la Iglesia 11:00 a.m. - Domingo 7:00 p.m. - Miércoles
RIVER OF LIFE CHURCH (formerly Lighthouse Fellowship) 424 S. Jackson 544-4828 Don Quattlebum, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Sunday Church - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday - 7:00 p.m.
SOVEREIGN REDEEMER CHURCH Tenth and Adams Pastor - Eric Mason Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. Coffee/Fellowship - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. 620-544-6386 www.sovereignredeemerchurch.org
TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH 544-2355 516 N.E. Avenue Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Worship Service - 10:45 a.m. Rev. Larry Bradford, Interim Pastor 544-9492 or 598-2400 YOU ARE WELCOME!
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 828 S. Main Hugoton 544-8715 Reverend Rebecca Davison, Pastor Wednesday Praise! Kids - 3:45 p.m. Wed. Jr. High Youth Fellowship - 5:30 p.m. Wed. Sr. High Youth Fellowship - 7:00 p.m. Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. HugotonUMC.com
MOSCOW MOSCOW BAPTIST CHURCH 598-2455 Church 1 mile S. of Moscow, 1/2 mile E. of Moscow/Hooker Rd. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 6:00 p.m. Team Kids (Wed.) - 3:30-5:00p.m. Sept.-Apr. Youth Study Thursday - 7:00 p.m. Interim Pastor Neal Foster
MOSCOW UNITED METHODIST 598-2426 Lay Leader Patty Lahey 598-2426 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Kid’s Club - Wednesday 3:30 p.m. UMYF Jr. High - 6:00 p.m. UMYF Sr. High - 5:00 p.m.
ROLLA ROLLA PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH Corner of Third and Adams, Rolla Marcus Light, Pastor Church - 593-4626, Parsonage - 593-4796 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Worship - 11:00 a.m. Wednesday night meal - 6:00 p.m.
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 593-4596 Lead Pastor Becky Davison Morning Worship - 9:00 a.m.
RICHFIELD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Lead Pastor Richard Fitzgerald Morning Worship - 9:00 a.m.
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Skyland announces results of election and scholarship selections at meeting Skyland Co-op, Inc. recently hosted their annual meetings May 18 and May 22. At the meetings Kenny Bock, Ken Keller and Clay Scott were all re-elected, and Casey Rushton was newly elected to the board. The Board was pleased to announce earnings of $19,261,931 and $5,388,737 qualified patronage was allocated for fiscal year ending January 31, 2018 with $1,885,801 paid in cash. The board also approved equity payments of $3,156,314, which represents 100% payment of equities on any patron who is 65 years and
older as of December 31, 2017 as well as the 20 year revolver payouts of equity issued in 1998 and before. Skyland Co-op, Inc. has invested over $67,000,000 in new equipment and facilities in their communities over the past ten years. Local area high school scholarship recipients were recognized at the meetings. Six students received $4,000.00 scholarships, and three students received $2,000.00 scholarships. To date $82,000.00 has been awarded in scholarship monies since the inception of the scholarship program.
James has experienced 800 books in the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library. Wonderful work James!
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pensive way to experience the advantages of a Fitness Center membership. Norma Jean Dodge of the Seward County Community College dropped by to give information about summer courses available at the college. A representative from Senator Jerry Moran’s Garden City office stopped by for a quick legislative update. The meeting adjourned.
by Stevens County Extension Agent Ron Honig - Agriculture and Natural Resources Herbicides for Home Vegetable Gardens Weeds in small gardens can usually be controlled with the use of mulch and
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hoeing as needed. Homeowners with larger gardens or gardens with heavy grass pressure may wish to use an herbicide to help with weed control. K-State horticulturalists provide the following suggestions for use of two common garden herbicides. The first is the preemerge herbicide trifluralin which is easily found in garden stores. Trifluralin, when applied to clean soil after vegetables have emerged or been set out, provides about four weeks of control of a number of broadleaf weeds and grasses. It is usually available as a granule that is sprinkled on the soil and either lightly scratched or tilled into the top inch or two of soil or water incorporated. Either way, incorporation should be done soon after application to prevent deactivation of the chemical by sunlight. Common products containing trifluralin include Preen, Treflan, Miracle-Gro Garden Weed Preventer and Gordon’s Garden Weed Preventer Granules. Trifluralin, once activated by moisture, kills weed seeds as they swell and germinate. Trifluralin will not kill emerged weeds. Follow the label directions for determining the application rate. Some products provide a visual guide on their label to give you an idea of the concentration at which the granules should be applied. The concentration of the active ingredient may vary from product to
product so always check the label if switching from one brand to the next. Triflualin can be used on a number of vegetables however, it should not be used on the following as crop injury is likely to occur: Sweet corn, eggplant, lettuce, onions, pumpkin, spinach, squash and sweet potato. Reading the label is always your best protection against problems. Postemerge Grass Control A second herbicide that can be helpful to homeowners and gardeners is sethoxydim, a postemerge grass killer. Sethoxydim is sold as a liquid. When mixed with water in a hand sprayer, sethoxydim can be sprayed over the top of many vegetables and ornamental plants for killing grasses that have already emerged. Sethoxydim is commonly sold as Hi-Yield Grass Killer, Poast or Monterey Grass Getter. Follow the label for mixing instructions. On the old Hi-Yield Grass Killer label the use of a crop oil adjuvant was recommended to improve grass control as well as the use of two applications. The current label may have changed so always double check. Use caution: A few crops not recommended for sethoxydim use include carrots, sweet corn, greens, okra, sweet potatoes and turnips.
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Dallas Martinez gives the salutatorium address during his recent high school graduation. He plans to attend KU in the fall.
Dallas Martinez, grandson of Stanley and Linda McGill proudly shows off his Eagle regalia after much hard work. Dallas also marked the completion of his EMT certification earlier this year.
The Humane Society of the United States, along with the Humane Society Legislative Fund of Kansas and a Leawood family, are donating dozens of life-saving car heat alarms and K-9 ballistic vests to more than 40 police departments across the state of Kansas. The donations are part of a relationship built through the HSUS’ Humane State program, which is a three-year commitment from the group to provide training, guidance and resources to Kansas law enforcement agencies, animal control agencies, animal shelters and rescue organizations. The car alarms are internal temperature monitors used in a police canine vehicle to monitor vital components, alerting the canine’s officer handler if a specific alarm condition is detected. The ballistic vests, each custom tailored to the K-9 unit’s working dog, provide a lifesaving shield for all dogs in service, minimizing the potential for death or injury should the dog be involved in an incident where a weapon is discharged. According to Master Trainer Chad McCluskey from Kansas Police Dog Association, “To date 16 canines have been reported as being killed in the line of duty. There are more than 40 active K-9 unit members in KPDA, with many more K-9 teams deployed across the
school year, he is planning to enroll in KU. He plans to study to become an Emergency Room Doctor. Dallas is the son of Mo and Vicki McGill Mowry of Peru, Ks. and Tom Martinez of Topeka; the grandson of Stanley and Linda of Moscow; and the great grandson of George Mead of Hugoton. Congratulations Dallas!!
Hope everyone had a nice Memorial Day weekend. It certainly ended up pretty nice, with the rain we received. And hopefully we will have more today. Another month gone already and half of 2018. We are still doing very well here at the Center. Just getting back into the regular routine, after a long weekend. Come by and enjoy lunch with us. Also we have Bingo every Friday.
by Stevens County FACS Agent Nancy Honig
Linda has generously decided to divide the proceeds raised from her e-book between the Kansas 4-H Foundation and 4-H in the four counties she served, including Stevens County. If you are interested in purchasing her book you can go to: kansas4hfoundation.org/ beechrecipes/. I would encourage you to consider purchasing a book, not only because it will help support 4-H in our community, but because you will have a great read and a great resource to enjoy. Summertime As you can imagine, this time of year we are gearing up for all of our many 4-H activities. This week I am at Discovery Days with 4-H’ers who are experiencing a “mini” college experience as they take classes giving them ideas for future careers, building their leadership skills and allowing them to make new friends with 4-H’ers throughout the state. The following week we will begin camp season with over 40 of us from Stevens County attending 4-H camp. Friday, May 15, the public is invited to the High School FCS room to watch the 4-H Creative Cooks Contest. This is the contest where 4-H’ers have one and a half hours to create a dish from scratch. They are judged on the taste,
their nutrition knowledge, their food safety practices while cooking, and preparing a correct place setting. We will begin the contest at 9:00 a.m. and finish around 1:30 p.m. The rest of the summer will be filled with a variety of summer awards trips, project meetings, area 4-H programs and preparations for county fair. This year the fair begins with the 4-H Fashion Revue July 19, the County Horse Show July 21, and then the fair begins in earnest Monday, July 23 and runs through July 27. So we will have some action packed months, but it is also one of the most enjoyable parts of this job. As you see our 4-H’ers in the community we hope you encourage them in their many summer activities and projects, and make plans to come see the results of their work at the County Fair in July. Kansas State University, County Extension Councils, Extension Districts, and U.S. Department of Agriculture Cooperating. K-State Research and Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer, and is committed to making its services, activities and programs accessible to all participants. If you have special requirements due to physical, vision, or hearing disability or a dietary restriction please contact your local extension office.
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Notes from Nancy Who’s Your Mentor? Throughout our lives many of us have a mentor who paved the way, or went through experiences before we did, and used the knowledge they gained to help ease our way. I was lucky enough in my career in Extension to have several great mentors, one of who was my predecessor, Linda Walter Beech, who served as Stevens County Extension Agent before me. Linda retires May 31 after serving as an agent for 39 years. She worked in Hodgeman, Stevens, Finney and Ellis Counties. I always have admired the great knowledge and information she shared in her columns and newsletters. For many years she has been a state and national Extension FCS winner in media education. It was an honor to follow her here is Stevens County, and she will be missed in our organization. In true Extension fashion Linda decided to put together a book featuring 90 recipes in nine categories, including: Bake Sale and Pot Luck Favorites; County Fair Winners; Recipes from Past Extension Programs; and Linda’s personal favorites for meals, desserts, snacks and more. This e-book also includes 80 news columns in eight categories and provides a wide variety of information on health, nutrition, personal finance, etc.
Krosby Nichols stopped by the Library to get a start on her love of reading! We got her a Born to Read packet and can't wait for her to come back soon! Welcome to the Library!
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Dallas has busy senior year Stanley and Linda McGill’s grandson had a busy weekend. Friday, May 18 Dallas Martinez received his Eagle Scout Award along with two Palms. Then the next day he graduated from Caney Valley High School as salutatorian of a class of 54 students. Dallas had not only a busy weekend, but a busy year! In January while attending high school, he became a certified EMT. This coming
State of Kansas – such as those associated with agencies such as the Kansas Highway Patrol, the Wichita Police Department, the Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office, and the Topeka Police Department.” Midge Grinstead, Kansas senior state director for the Humane Society of the United States, says, “We’re excited to work together to create a safer way for Kansas K-9 officers to be able to do their job and keep their dogs and community safe. Offering these vests and car alarms not only protect the dogs but the human officers as well.” Submitted by the Kansas Police Dog Association. For more information, please visit them on Facebook at fb.com/KsPoliceDogs/.
If you have some special needs or suggestions as to how we can serve you better, let us know. Have a great week! Menu May 31...........................Stew June 1...Oven Fried Chicken June 4 ....................Spaghetti June 5...Chicken Fried Steak June 6...................Roast Beef June 7 .............Ham & Beans Activities Thursday, May 31 Exercise................10:30 a.m. Bridge...................12:30 p.m. Friday, June 1 Exercise................10:30 a.m. Bingo....................12:30 p.m. Saturday, June 2 Cards......................6:00 p.m. Monday, June 4 Exercise................10:30 a.m. Line Dance ............6:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 5 Exercise................10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 6 Exercise................10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 7 Exercise................10:30 a.m. Bridge...................12:30 p.m.
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Stevens County Hospital Dawson Kerbow charges out of the blocks to start the boys’ 4x400 meter race at the State meet Saturday.
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Abraham Garcia competes at State to win fourth in the 1600 meter with a time of 4:29 and third in the 3200 meter with a time of 9:44.
HHS breaks two records State track took place over the weekend in Wichita with Hugoton’s boys looking to repeat success after last year’s championship run. Saturday’s meet marked the end of the final season of the dynamic duo of Coach O’Loughlin and Coach Rod, as Rod leaves the district after many years of service to Hugoton. This meet also marked the last time some of the team’s most decorated track stars would run for the Eagles. The Eagles, who competed in 4A again this year, saw some of the toughest and closest competitions in State class competition. With weather delaying the start of the event to the blistering heat Saturday, the Eagles still competed and turned in some of the best performances of their careers. Mitchell Hamlin led the Eagles, competing in three events: the 400-meter dash, long jump, and the 4x400 meter relay. He went on to set a school record in the 400 meter dash and claim fourth place in the event with a time of 49.69 seconds in preliminaries and 50.37 seconds in the finals. Jacob Eckert competed in the 800 meters, finishing tenth in the State. Both Ethan Fox and Abraham Garcia-Aguirre ran in both the 1600 meter and 3200 meter races. In the 1600, Abraham finished fourth with a time of 4:29, while Ethan came in seventh with a time of 4:35. In the 3200, Abraham was able to capture third with an incredible time of 9:44, and Ethan finished fifth with his time of 9:51. The team’s relay teams also competed strong on the weekend and even shattered
a school record in the 4x800 meter relay. The team of Abraham, Jacob, Eric Perry and Jahaziel Garcia broke the school record and finished second in 4A with a time of 8:04.9. The boys’ 4x400 meter team ran the toughest competition to come out with a fifth place finish. The team of Hamlin, consisted Dawson Kerbow, Carter Coziahr and Eckert. The boys finished tied for fourth for State with rival Holcomb and only half a point from a third place finish. After the event, Coach Rod complimented Hugoton’s athletes, “It was just an outstanding performance by the team. It is a little disappointing on how close we were to actually placing third. Andale had 34.5 points and we ended up tied with Holcomb for fourth with 34 points each. Honestly [I] did not know we were that close in the team scores until I checked them after the boys’ 400 meter dash. After I looked at scores, we had a chance at that point to make a run for a trophy and the guys almost pulled it off. It was brutally hot conditions Saturday. It was tough conditions for all athletes. Overall, though, the coaching staff was pleased with the efforts of the kids. We lose some really good seniors but we have some good kids coming back. We broke two school records at the meet. Mitchell Hamlin broke a school record from 1954 in the 400 meter dash and the boys’ 4x800 meter smashed the school record in that relay.” Great season Eagles, and a very big thank you to Coach Rod for his many years of service to the Hugoton community and athletes!
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Ethan Fox wins seventh in the 1600 meter with a time of 4:35 and fifth in the 3200 meter with a time of 9:51. He also achieved a personal record in both races.
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Memorial Day services are conducted at Moscow Cemetery
Coffee, juice and donuts are a great treat before and after the Memorial Day services at the Moscow Cemetery. Visitors take a break to visit and enjoy the donuts and coffee.
The Moscow Cemetery presented its Memorial Day services at 9:00 a.m. Monday morning. To start the program, the National Anthem was played and everyone stood in respect to the flag. Patty Lahey led the program with a short history of Memorial Day. After her reading, Randall Maxwell and Nolan Megenity raised a flag as “Taps” was played. The service was well attended with several people. Coffee, juice and donuts were served both before and after. Flags and flowers adorned most gravesites and the cemetery looked very nice for the Memorial Day weekend.
Patty Lahey leads the program with a short history of Memorial Day.
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Axel Granillo standing on the second place podium after throwing the discus 152’9”. Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll.
A new choice for your chemical, NH3, Liquid Fertilizer and Dry Fertilizer. MHS junior, Axel Granillo is pictured after throwing the discus 152’ 9” to place second at the State track and field in Wichita this past Saturday. His throw set a new school record, eclipsing the mark held by Billy Bell since 1986. Photo courtesy of Stu Moore.
Jaylen Mendez stands proudly for winning sixth in 300 meter hurdles. Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll.
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Jaylen Mendez strides toward the hurdle in State competition. Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll.
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Jaylen Mendez shows his running and jumping skills in the 300m hurdles at the State competition. He received a sixth place for his efforts. Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll.
Axel Granillo places second in the discus with his throw of 152’0” and setting a new school record. Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll.
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WEEK is Monday, June 4 thru Friday, June 8 First, please use the dumpsters. If it can be placed in the dumpster with the lid closed this is the best and quickest way to see it go. Next, if you have larger items and are unable to haul off your own refuse to the landfill the city will pick it up. Please place items next to alley at the rear of your property. Place tree limbs too large for the dumpster in a separate pile, large metal items such as washers and dryers in another pile and trash in a third pile. Do not block the alleyways with this refuse. Let’s all do our part to keep our city a clean, nice place to live If you have questions the City can be contacted at 544-8531
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VFW Post 3162 Honor Guard presents arms in honor of fallen Veterans.
VFW conducts Memorial Day services The VFW Post 3162 members from Elkhart arrived in Rolla at 9:00 a.m. to honor the fallen Monday, May 28. Perry Williams was the Veteran honored at Rolla. Marcus Light gave a short presentation, then Kyri Brummett Martinez sang the National Anthem. The Honor Guard read a presentation from Abraham Lincoln before placing the flag of honor at Perry's grave. After three shots from each of the four honor guard members, “Taps” was played on the trumpet. Then family and friends gathered for a great time of visiting. The Guard then traveled to Richfield for another service, this time with no minister and no song. While there, the leader recited a piece written by Ronald Reagan. The troops placed a flag on the grave of Donna Little, a former nurse in the military
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Charles Hull and Jean Ann Hull honored for their many years of service The City of Rolla had their regular council meeting May 21, 2018. Mayor David Light presented City Clerk Jean Ann Hull with a small token of appreciation for her many years of dedicated service to the citizens of Rolla. Mrs. Hull will be retiring the end of June with 21 years of service. Mayor David Light also presented Charles Hull with
a gift for his 27 years of service as the City of Rolla’s Municipal Court Judge. A come and go reception for Jean Ann will be June 14 at City Hall from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The community is invited to stop by for cake and punch to wish Jean Ann happy thoughts on her new adventure. Written by Shelley Barrett.
and Richfield's former mayor. The Honor Guard finished their duties and then traveled to Elkhart for another ceremony. Memorial Day is a day to never forget but forever honor our fallen.
Charles Hull stands with Mayor David Light with his 27 years of service award. Photo courtesy of Shelley Barrett.
Honor Rolls released
Jean Ann Hull poses with Mayor David Light after being presented a recognition award of 21 years of service. Photo courtesy of Shelley Barrett.
“Taps” is played on the trumpet in honor of fallen Veterans.
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The Principal’s Honor Roll for the second semester has been released. Students making the roll for sixth grade were Samantha Martinez and Elena Reza. Seventh graders Matthew Garcia and Jaxen Mauk and eighth grader Chaseton Wasson also made the list. High school students named to the honor roll were ninth graders Ethan McKenzie Hermandez, Hinds, Audra Langley, Fernando Martinez, Melanie Norton and Jamie Sheedy. Tenth grader Alexandra Hart and eleventh graders Kaberlin Hull, Brookelynne Johnson-Hinds, Rocqan Johnson-Hinds and Cacee Milburn were also named to
the list. Twelfth graders making the honor roll were William Brown, Aaliyah Earl, Alexis Garcia, Onolee Halstead, Vanessa Reza and Henry Wiebe. The Superintendent’s Honor Roll was released and students making the roll were seventh graders Tina Martens, Ashley Paniagua and Carissa Sohm; ninth graders were Lena Martens and Aspen Sohm. Eleventh graders named to the roll were Jourdan Riley and Oscar Silva. Twelfth graders making the honor roll were Troikeyia Cooper, Angelina Fosdick, Carson Milburn, Allyson Norton, Sandra Ruelas-Aranda and Deserae Schwindt.
Six girl tracksters compete at State
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Revitalization meeting June 4
Sophomore Alexandra Hart stands proudly for her medal in high jump. Photo courtesy of Dawn Hart.
The Rolla Revitalization meeting will be Monday, June 4 at the Rolla City Park. A picnic will begin at 6:00 p.m. followed by the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Seaboard Farms is generously donating the meat and will provide a cooker to prepare it. The Corner Stop will kindly provide all the buns needed. Morton County Chamber of Commerce has graciously agreed to provide bottled water for the event. Please bring a side dish to complement pork burgers and hot dogs. The City of Rolla is courteously providing plates and cups. Pioneer Electric has volunteered to provide eating utensil packets. The school will provide condiments and tea, while John and Shelley Barrett will bring lemonade. Rolla Recreation will be bringing cookies. All community members are welcome and encouraged to attend and to bring one or two of your favorite side dishes. Rolla needs your valuable ideas and input!
Community Calendar Saturday, June 2 Fishing Derby at Wilburton Ponds Ages 0-16 & 55+ at 8:00 a.m. Monday, June 4 Pre-K to fourth grade Summer Reading at Library, 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Rolla Revitalization Meeting at City Park, 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 6 Kids Day at Morton County Museum, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Storytime at Library 0-5 years, 10:00 a.m. Free Swim at Rolla Pool, 1:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Rolla’s track team has always produced all star athletes and this year was no exception. Six girls, along with four coaches, several fans and parents in tow, traveled to Wichita to participate at the Kansas State Track Meet at Wichita State University Friday, May 25 and Saturday, May 26. Senior Allyson Norton gave it her best throw in discus, finishing fourteenth overall, according to athletic.net statistics. She threw 91’03”. The 4x100 relay team of Kaberlin Hull. Melanie Norton, Alexandra Hart and Tre Tre Cooper just missed being on the stand by .35, finishing the race in ninth place, with a time of 52.93. Alexandra Hart, making her second appearance at the
State track meet as a sophomore, was slated as number 17 of 50 “Athletes to Watch” at the Kansas State Track Meet, medaling in three of her four events, the stats were not wrong. She is one to watch! Alexandra brought home second place in high jump, with her jump of 5’6”, just missing the 5’8” mark. She also earned fifth place in triple jump and in 100 meter hurdles. Her length in triple jump was 34’4.25”. Her time in the 100 meter hurdles was 16.32. The Rolla team placed twelfth overall. Not too shabby for such a small team! Congratulations to all the girls, their coaches and their adoring fan club. Rolla is proud of you!
Dawn Hart provided this gem of a photo of the Rolla tracksters. From left to right are Kaberlin Hull, Oscar Silva (photographer), Coach Ferny Vera, Allyson Norton, Alexandra Hart, Troikeyia “Tre Tre” Cooper and Melanie Norton.
Jamie Sheedy joins Aspen Sohm to compete at National Championship in Atlanta Just a reminder - freshmen Aspen Sohm and Jamie Sheedy were the fall and spring Kansas State Champions in Word 2016 and have been invited to compete in the Microsoft Office Special-
Summer reading begins June 4 The Rolla Library will begin their summer reading schedule Monday, June 4. The program is titled “Libraries Rock,” which every student in the Rolla School already knows. They will meet every Monday in June at 1:00 p.m. Online sign up is available at www.rollalibrary.org. Let’s rock the library this summer!
ist National Championships June 13-15 (yep, three weeks from now) in Atlanta, Ga. They were able to raise the money for Aspen’s flight during basketball season with a couple of 50/50 drawings. Unfortunately, Jamie just qualified last week, so she only has three weeks to raise the money for her trip. The girls need a small amount to pay for Jamie’s flight, parking and airport shuttle to and from hotel. Hotel and their meals during the contest have been covered. Rather than doing another GoFundMe campaign, they would appreciate any help to be sent to Rolla Schools, P.O. Box 167, Rolla, Ks 67954. Your generosity would be greatly appreciated!
LOOKING BACK Memories from yesteryear The W.I. Cutter family Written by Ralph Cutter Mr. and Mrs. W.I. Cutter and son Ralph came to Stevens County in February of 1913. They shipped by Rock Island to Liberal four horses and some farm equipment and furniture by freight car. Former Stevens County probate judge and brother-in-law, I.B. Erwin, accompanied Mr. Cutter. They must have been in the freight car 24 hours or more. Upon arriving in Liberal, they put the wagon together and hauled their possessions one mile west and one mile north of Clover Leaf Grange Hall, or the old Voorhees schoolhouse. Mrs. Cutter (Irene) and Ralph came to Hugoton on the train in a passenger car ten days later. Their rented farmstead was a small house, windmill and barn with some rattlesnakes and coyotes to break the monotony of the plains. The crops raised were broomcorn, kaffir corn cane and crook neck maize. Wheat was raised too. Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Willis and her father Mr. Cline, were the
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and Fred Knier and his wife and son Scherel, to come to Stevens County. W.I. Cutter’s brother E.H. Cutter and family lived south of Hugoton several years. He raised one fine corn crop
and it was so cheap, that I saw him burn it for fuel in the stove that winter. Taken from the “History of Stevens County and Its People”, published in 1979.
Jim Ausbun, bus foremen for Hugoton Public Schools, retired this month after more than 20 years service as both driver and foreman with the Hugoton schools. During the 20 years he has worked with school busses, he saw passengers double from 24 to 48 passengers in each bus. He also saw the use of two-way radios that are now installed in each bus. Thursday, May 22, 1958 Local police, a large crowd of citizens, sirens and tooting horns honored the conquering Eagles from Manhattan’s State meet where they won first place in Class A. The team of Harold James, Dick Perry, Carl Mac
Thurow, Wayne Hoskinson, Lawrence Johnson, Tom Gregg and Paul and Melvin Hollis were transferred to a convertible and hauled downtown with the Eagle band playing the school song. Friday, May 25, 1928 Ex-Servicemen are requested to meet in front of the Sherwood Lumber Company Wednesday morning. The former servicemen will lead the procession to the cemetery for a morning Decoration Day Service. They are requested to wear their uniforms. Friday, May 25, 1928 Earl Johnson, who is here promoting the catching of
live jack rabbits, informs us our rabbits are in big demand throughout the United States. Since the first of the year, Johnson tells us he has shipped 12,000 cottontails and 4,000 jacks. He has orders for many more. Johnson stated Stevens County is the best rabbit territory that he has found. He has been working with the American and Boy Scouts Legion since he came here and they have had good catches. If any readers have pictures or memories for the history page of the Hermes, please bring them in to Ruthie Winget at The Hugoton Hermes newspaper.
Prairie grass fires Rolla History from David Stout there weren’t too many grass fires during the thirties because there wasn’t anything to burn. (‘Cept maybe for sand dunes, but they don’t burn so well.) I was born in 1945 and by this time farmers were beginning to get control of the land again, in part because they were encouraged to convert some of their lands back to grass, which was fine, but of course, with prairie grasslands, you get prairie fires. As a young kid, I don’t recall seeing or hearing about any grass fires in or around Rolla, but I vividly remember my first one when I was a bit older. I was about 13 or 14 years old (which would have been about 1958 or 1959), just at the point I was old enough to have started working for my dad in the fields. One day we noticed the smoke rising just to the east of Rolla, and then we heard the fire siren in town. (Since we lived only 1½ miles north of Rolla, we could always hear the siren.) My dad headed for his pickup, instructing me to throw all our shovels, hoes and rakes in the back. Since all this was new to me, I didn’t know what to expect, but I was surprised when he told me to jump in the cab with him. We would be going together to fight this fire. By the time we got to the fire we could see it had apparently started at the junk yard (which at that time was
about a mile to the eastsoutheast of Rolla). Lots of guys were already there with their own pickups loaded with shovels, hoes and rakes. We checked in with some guys and they told us everyone was concerned the fire was heading towards Glen and Thelma Randle’s place, so our top priority was going to be to protect their ranch. It didn’t take long before a couple of farmers showed up with more substantial firefighting equipment. And no, I’m not suggesting they did as my great-grandfather had done 60 years earlier, killing a couple head of cattle, skinning them, then dragging their lifeless carcasses through the grass to simultaneously mash it flat and dampen it. No, instead of showing up with dead steers, they showed up with green deers (John Deeres, that is), pulling one-ways behind them. They dropped those discs into the soil between the fire and the Randle farm to create a fire break, and that’s where we managed to stamp out the fire. This was my new reality. I hadn’t experienced any prairie grass fires up to that point, and I suspect most of Rolla’s citizens hadn’t either – at least during the 20 years prior to this point due to the desert-like conditions surrounding Rolla, but after that point, fires became more and more common. When I return to Rolla every few
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I’ve written a couple of stories about the early prairie grass fires the earlier settlers of southwestern Kansas experienced. This would have been expected because before they started bustin’ the sod Kansas was nothing but a big grassland – with lots of grass to burn! Even for the first couple of decades after the settlers came and started turning the soil, the grass fires persisted because the government was discouraging too much tilling due to the fact that there was no way to get the crops to market. In fact, my Grandpa Ed Stout and his horse got caught up in a barbed wire fence which separated crop land from grass land during a grass fire when he was a teenager and both got seriously burned. Farmers were encouraged to grow crops only for their own personal needs, or in the case of my greatgrandfather, to plant orchards to grow fruit only to the extent of what one could sell locally. When the trains finally railroaded their way from Dodge City to Rolla in 1913, however, farmers finally had a way to move their crops to market, and then all those grasslands were plowed asunder . . . as were the grass fires. It took only about 17 years for everyone to realize the error of their ways when the dirty thirties blew in. I don’t know for sure but I suspect
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History from the Hermes Thursday, May 29, 2008 Wanda Williams is retiring from her position at the Stevens County Library. Wanda has been in the service of the library for 33 years. Thursday, May 21, 1988 Julie Mason has been selected for two achievement awards by the United States Achievement Academy. The Hugoton High School senior is the daughter of David and Paulene Mason. She was named a United States National Award winner in Honor Roll and for achievement as a National Leadership and Service Award winner. Thursday, May 30, 1968
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years now, I’m amazed at how much more grassland there is around the community – and occasionally I notice burnt acreage. I have no doubt everyone these days is well experienced with these fires. If so, then y’all are experiencing southwestern Kansas much like my great-grandfather and his three sons did over a hundred years ago. Welcome to the past – but please be careful and don’t get trapped by any fences. That lesson was learned over a hundred years ago. Hopefully, it’s a lesson which has been passed down through all these generations.
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PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, May 31, 2018) 1t BEFORE THE STATE CORPORATION COMMISSION OF THE STATE OF KANSAS NOTICE OF FILING APPLICATION RE: McCoy Petroleum Corporation -Application for a permit to authorize the injection of salt water into the Lahey “A” #4-24 WF located in Stevens County, Kansas TO: All oil and Gas Producers, Unleased Minerals Interest Owners, Landowners, and all persons whomsoever concerned. You, and each of you, are hereby notified that McCoy Petroleum Corporation has filed an application to commence the injection of salt water into the Marmaton formation at the Lahey “A” #4-24 WF, 175’ N of C NW SW, Sec 24-31s-35w, Stevens County, KS The well is located 2231’FSL and 4570’FEL from the Section line. The application is requesting an injection rate of 600 barrels of water per day at a maximum injection pressure of 150 psi.
Any persons who object to or protest this application shall be required to file their objections or protests with the Conservation Division of the State Corporation Commission of the State of Kansas within thirty (30) days from the date of this publication. These protests shall be filed pursuant to the Commission regulations and must state specific reasons why the grant of the application may cause waste, violate correlative rights or pollute the natural resources of the state of Kansas. If no protests are received, this application may be granted through a summary processing. If valid protests are received, this matter will be set for hearing.
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Stevens County Hospital is seeking eligible candidates to fill the following positions: Full-time position of Dietary Homemaker to join our team at Pioneer Manor The homemaker performs the duties of dining services, (including preparing breakfast, salad and dessert preparation, cleaning and santizing the household kitchen area, and assuring adequate stock of snacks for residents are available). As cook, the homemaker will prepare food for household meals, serving in a timely manner, maintaining high quality standards and portion control using standardized recipes as directed by the menu. The homemaker assists with serving resident meals, snacks, and nourishments and facilitates activities for elders and the household that involve food preparation or other activities specific to the kitchen. Full-time RNs/LPNs to work nights on the Med/Surg floor of the Stevens County Hospital. Qualified candidates must have Kansas nursing licensure to be eligible. We offer competitive wages, shift differentials, and mileage reimbursement to nurses living 15 miles or more outside of Stevens County. A generous sign-on bonus is available to full-time new hires. For more information contact Dawn Maas, DON at 620-544-8511. PRN RNs and LPNs for all shifts at the Stevens County Hospital and Pioneer Manor. Qualified candidates must have Kansas RN/LPN licensure to be eligible. We offer competitive wages, shift differentials of $2.50/$3.50 for RNs; $1.50/$2.25 for LPNs; and mileage reimbursement to RNs and LPNs living 15 miles or more outside of Stevens County. Full-time CNAs to work at Pioneer Manor, both day and night shifts are available. Qualified candidates must have current Kansas CNA licensure, a love of the elderly and the willingness to work as a valued part of our team. We offer an exceptional benefits package, shift differentials and a set rotation with every other weekend off. Full-time RNs or LPNs to work both shifts at Pioneer Manor. Qualified candidates must have Kansas RN/LPN licensure to be eligible. We offer competitive wages, shift differentials of $2.50/$3.50 for RNs; $1.50/$2.25 for LPNs; and mileage reimbursement to RNs and LPNs living 15 miles or more outside of Stevens County.
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PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, May 24, 2018) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES, LLC PLAINTIFF -vsT HAGENAH, et. al.; DEFENDANTS No. 2018-CV-000013 Div. No. K.S.A. 60 Mortgage Foreclosure NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Under and by virtue of an Order of Sale issued by the Clerk of the District Court in and for the said County of Stevens, in a certain cause in said Court Numbered 2018-CV-000013, wherein the parties above named were respectively plaintiff and defendant, and to me, the undersigned Sheriff of said County, directed, I will offer for sale at public auction and sell to the highest bidder for cash in hand at the front steps of the courthouse in the City of Hugoton in said County, on June 14, 2018, at 10:00, of said day the following described real estate located in the County of Stevens, State of Kansas, to wit: PART OF LOT FOUR (4), BLOCK
NINETY-THREE (93), TO THE CITY OF HUGOTON, STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT TWENTY (20) FEET SOUTH OF THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT FOUR (4), BLOCK NINETY-THREE (93) CITY OF HUGOTON, KANSAS, THENCE SOUTH SIXTY (60) FEET ALONG THE WEST BOUNDARY LINE OF SAID LOT FOUR (4), THENCE DUE EAST A DISTANCE OF 200 FEET TO THE EAST BOUNDARY LINE OF SAID LOT FOUR (4), THENCE DUE NORTH A DISTANCE OF SIXTY (60) FEET, THENCE DUE WEST A DISTANCE OF 200 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. MORE CORRECTLY KNOWN AS: Commonly known as 1036 South Harrison Street, Hugoton, Kansas 67951 This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Ted Heaton SHERIFF OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS SHAPIRO & KREISMAN, LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff 6811 Shawnee Mission Parkway Suite 309 Overland Park, KS 66202 (913)831-3000 Fax No. (913)831-3320 Our File No. 18-011039/jm
PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, May 31, 2018) 1t INVITATION TO BID CITY OF HUGOTON, KANSAS
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Water Well PWS #16 Project File No. 17-304 You are invited to bid on a general contract for construction of Water Well Earles Engineering & Inspection, Inc. PWS #16, in Hugoton, Kansas. 115 West Iron Ave The City of Hugoton, Kansas will reSalina, Kansas 67401 ceive bids until 4:00 pm, Thursday, June (785) 309-1060 28, 2018 at Office of the City Clerk. The proposed Contract Documents Bid security is required on this project. may be examined at: OWNER reserves the right to reject Office of the City Clerk, 631 S Main, any or all bids. Hugoton, Kansas 67951-2419 Earles Engineering & Inspection, Inc., CITY OF HUGOTON, KANSAS 211 N Kansas, Liberal, Kansas 67901 Carrie Baeza, City Clerk Earles Engineering & Inspection, Inc., 115 W Iron Ave, Salina, Kansas 67401 Principal Items of Work (Approximate Quantities Water Well PWS #16
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June 11, 2018, at 10:00 a .m. in the District court, Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail to file your written defenses, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the Petition. All creditors of the decedent are notified to exhibit their demands against the Estate within the latter of four months from the date of first publication of notice under K.S.A. 59-2236 and amendments thereto, or if the identity of the creditor is known or reasonably ascertainable, 30 days after actual notice was given as provided by law, and if their demands are not thus exhibited they shall be forever barred.
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ROBERT ALLEN RICH Petitioner BROLLIER, WOLF & KUHARIC Box 39, Hugoton, KS 67951 (620) 544-8555 Attorneys for Petitioner
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HOME FOR SALE BY OWNER 3 Bedroom/ 1 Bath, 1227 Sq. Ft.
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308 Fourth Avenue, Rolla - Charming, Ranch style, 4 bed/2 bath, bsmt, fence, det garage, carport, hardwood floors. Call Karen today to see this nice property!
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ED REDUC 1003 S. Adams - Beautiful, 1 1/2 story, 5 bed 3 bath, fpl, 2 decks, oversized garage w/workshop, storage shed and much, much more! $275,000
310 West 9th St- Ranch Style, 3 bed/2.5 bath, open concept, fpl, kit appl, att garage, det garage, fence, cen H/A, safe room...much more. Call today to see this lovely home!!
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146 S. Jefferson 3 bed, 1 bath, 2 car detached garage
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IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Ronnie Lee Rich, deceased,
609 S. Van Buren St. $95,000 NOW $90,000 Older 2 Story home in Hugoton with lots of storage and ready for a big family with its 5 Bedrooms, 2 Bath. Located on good sized lot with 2 car garage.
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507 Jayhawk Ave - Price Reduction! This SOLD beautiful ranch style home has so much to offer the growing family. 3 bed/3 bath, large kitchen w/appliances, full bsmt with 420 S Washington- Ranch, two living areas, wet bar, oversized dbl garage with that gourmet kitchen with commercial appliances, "man cave" feel! Fenced yard, spinkler attached 3 car garage. Call today to see this system, established neighborhood! Great lovely home! family area!!! Just ask the neighbors!! Call today to see this nice property!!
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402 S. Harrison St. $69,500.00 NOW $69,000.00 Located on a corner lot with 3 Bedrooms, 1 & 3/4 Bathrooms, 1 Car Garage,& Partial 1501 S. Monroe St. - $135,000 This home is located on a big corner lot on Basement. You can most certainly make this the south side of Hugoton. This beautiful home yours with some TLC. cozy home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. This has a full Master Suite upstairs with a RED balcony. Just a very stunning house. UC NEW
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PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, May 17, 2018) 3t IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Paula J. Fox, deceased, CASE NO. 17-PR-275 NOTICE OF HEARING THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are notified that a petition has been filed in this Court by Robert C. Fox, duly appointed, qualified and acting Executor of the Estate of Paula J. Fox, deceased, requesting that Petitioner’s acts be approved; the Waivers of petitioner’s account be settled and allowed; the heirs be determined; the Will construed and the Estate be assigned to the persons entitled thereto; the Court find the allowances requested for attorneys’ fees and expenses are reasonable, should be
allowed and ordered paid; the court costs be determined and ordered paid; the administration of the Estate be closed; upon the filing of receipts the Petitioner be finally discharged as Executor of the Estate of Paula J. Fox, deceased, and Petitioner be released from further liability. You are required to file your written defenses to the petition on or before June 11, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. in the District Court in Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail to file your written defenses, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition.
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Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce News Don’t miss a minute of summer time activities Stevens County Library has lots of activities this summer for you to enjoy. Check out their Summer Reading Programs for children and adults! And don’t forget to sign up for the million steps walking program “Step It Up”! Find out “Mad Science Rocks” at the Library Wednesday, June 6, starting at 10:00 a.m.! Together, you can discover the universal language of music. SCL will also host Storytime for ages birth to 12 - and caregivers every Tuesday from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m., June 5 through July 17. There’s plenty at the SCL for every age - for teens, there will be a “Creativity Camp”, where Miss Stacey will have a variety of activi-
ties. Creativity Camp will be Thursdays from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m., June 7 through July 12. All ages are invited to weekly sing-alongs, Fridays from 2:00-4:00 p.m., June 8 through July 20! You can sing along with all your favorite movie musicals. Bring your own snacks and drinks and even pillows and blankets, if you wish. Children under eight years old must be attended by a caregiver. The Hugoton Recreation Commission has several activities available for young and old to enjoy all summer long. If you’re looking for something to do join in on Tumbling for ages three to eight, Archery for third
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landers to stock up on equipment for your fishing trip. Camping is another popular outdoor recreational activities. Statistics resource Statistica says the revenue of campgrounds and RV parks was estimated at $5.8 billion in 2015. More than $2.5 billion was relegated to camping equipment spending. Stop by Flatlanders to check out their camping equipment for your overnight stay. Or if cooking out is your
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through eighth grade, Tennis for third through sixth grade participants, Basketball Camp for second through fifth grade and Volleyball Camp for third grade and older. There are also Swimming Lessons available for children from infants on up, as well as Golf Lessons for third through eighth grade. If you want to get creative there are Ceramics available for kindergarten through sixth grade. Mark your calendar to stay cool - Hugoton City Pool opens Wednesday, May 30 for some water activities. Beating the heat in the pool is one of the most popular warm-weather activities every summer. Swimming attracts people of all ages because of its various benefits. In addition to being an enjoyable recreational activity, swimming also is a low-impact way to exercise. For the older crowd how about the ultimate summer activity - fishing? This year, Free Fishing Weekend is June 2-3. Stop by Flat-
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