June 14 is Flag Day. Celebrate the freedom the Stars and Stripes stand for.
Volume 125, Number 24
Thursday, June 14, 2012
16 Pages, 70 Cents Plus Tax Per Copy
Prizes galore await Super Dad
The “steel horses” await their riders to join them in the 2012 Dust Bowl Riders annual
Poker Run. This year’s event was in memory of Amos Cerecero, Ron Heger and Robbi Sosa.
Motorcycles invade Hugoton Beautiful weather helped bring out almost 200 bikes to Hugoton’s Brian Lamberson Memorial Poker Run Saturday, June 9. The event, sponsored by the Dust Bowl Riders of Hugoton and held at Barb’s Den, boasted nearly 300 poker hands being sold. The bikes left out at approximately 2:00 p.m. with the traditional police escorted parade down Main Street. The 150 plus mile run began and ended at Barb’s Den in Hugoton with stops at the Wooden Horse in Johnson City, the Iron Horse in Ulysses, the Walk In Waddle Out in Sublette and Antlers in Moscow. After a great BBQ meal, Door Prizes were drawn. Also a successful auction took place of items including an original artwork donated by local artist Rob Terrill displayed in a custom frame designed, created and donated by Richard Rome.
a chance to win a $25 gift card to stock up on those all important snack foods! Ray’s Salon will give their dad a $20 gift certificate. ALCO will give their winner a $10 gift card. The Mane Hair Co. will give their winner a free haircut. Yardmaster Gifts, Greenhouse and Nursery plans to give their winner a $25 gift certificate, while Country Garden will give a Father’s Day gift basket. Creative Specialties will give to the winner a $25 gift certificate. The dad winning at Bultman Inc. will be awarded a $20 gift certificate to use at their store, and NAPA Auto Parts will give to their lucky
winner a tool set. Ranchito Tex-Mex Cafe will award to their lucky winner two daily specials. First National Bank will award their lucky dad a $25 gift card and Citizens State Bank will give their winner 20 Gas Capital Dollars. Bultman Tire Center will give their lucky winner a $25 gift certificate and Twisted H Liquor is awarding their lucky winner a $50 gift certificate. For the lucky winner at Pizza Hut they are awarding him a large pizza with up to three toppings. Thanks to all these merchants for making the Super Dad Contest possible!
City Council bans fireworks
Motorcycles head out of town at the start of the Brian Lamberson Memorial Poker Run Saturday. Almost 200 bikes entered the run. This year Terrill’s painting broke the record bringing in $1,000.00. Brandon Fox won the $1,000.00 first place hand which he donated back to the event. The second and third place hand winners each donated theirs back to the event also. The winner of the 50/50 Pot received $330.00 this year. This year marked a record number of giveaways and donations. Thanks to the hard work of the club members and volunteers, the co-operation
of the owners of Barb’s Den, who allowed the club access to their establishment for this event, and the very generous contributions of so many individuals and businesses, the event was a great success. The Dust Bowl Riders invite you to visit www.hugotonpokerrun.org to see more pictures from the big day and welcome everyone to email them with any questions or suggestions for next year’s event.
First Annual Bicycle Poker Run attracts riders of all ages Bike riders of all ages met at the City Park for the first of what organizers hope to make an annual Bicycle Poker Run. Registration began at 10:00 a.m. and the first riders were off. The route ran from the park to the library, to Presto, to the hospital, to White’s, to Dollar General and back to the park. At each stop volunteers logged the results of the card draws. Winners in the birth-14 age group were: first-Madison Kurts, second-Isaac Moreland and third-Kaven Carabajal. In the 14 and over age group the winners were: first-Katie Weaver, secondJessica Harper, third-Barb Trujillo and fourth-Dylan Nordyke. The run was organized by the Hospital Employee Appreciation Committee and sponsored by Stevens County Library, Presto, Stevens County Hospital, White’s Foodliner, Dollar
Drawings for Super Dad 2011 prizes will be taking place all over town Monday, June 18. Be sure to hurry and register your dad or grandpa so he can win some of the great prizes offered by area businesses. Sixteen businesses will be giving away recognition to special dads this year. Also Super Dad 2012 will receive a $50.00 Gift Certificate donated by the Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce. The lucky dad who wins at Showplace Video will receive two free video rentals, two large soft drinks and a large buttered popcorn. Be sure to register your dad at White’s Foodliner so he has
General, Citizens State Bank, First National Bank, Stalcup Farms, Bultman Tire, Sonic, Pizza Hut, Subway, Ag 1st Insurance and The Hugoton
Hermes. The Bicycle Poker Run is organized to raise money for scholarships given to graduating seniors.
The Hugoton City Council met for the regularly scheduled meeting June 11, 2012 at the council meeting room of the city building at 5:15 p.m. Present at the meeting were Councilmen Gary Baughman, Mike Eshbaugh, Kim Harper and Greg Gill. Also attending were Mayor Jack E. Rowden, City Clerk Thomas G. Hicks, City Inspector Tony Martin, Police Chief Courtney Leslie, Outside Utilities Supervisor Dean Banker and Electric System Supervisor Gary Rowden. Guests were Alvin Riley of Forewinds Golf Course and Hugoton Hermes Reporter Ruthie Winget. Councilman Bob Mason and City Attorney Wayne R. Tate were absent. Citywide Fireworks Ban A motion by Councilman Gill, seconded by Councilman Harper, that in accordance with Section 7-204 (c) of the Code of the City of Hugoton, that due to extreme drought, the sale and discharge of fireworks within the city limits shall not be allowed July 2, 3 and 4, 2012. In favor of the motion were Councilmen Gill and Harper. Councilmen Baughman and Eshbaugh opposed the motion. Mayor Rowden broke the tie with a vote to approve the ban. The motion carried. The motion does not affect the fireworks
display provided by the Chamber of Commerce. Golf Course Alvin Riley notified the city council the golf course board would like to improve the driving range by adding a sprinkler system, establishing target greens and widening the tee boxes. The board is also considering construction of a small house for the coin-operated dispenser for the driving range. Riley asked for as
many of these items as possible to be included in the 2013 budget. City Water Rights City Clerk Hicks reported he is having trouble getting the change in place of use and the use made of water recorded at the Register of Deeds office for the water rights the county acquired from Darin and Michelle Heger, Kirk and Elise Heger and Harrison Lands, LLC Continued to page 5
Alba Wayland was treated to a wonderful birthday party to celebrate her 107th birthday Sunday at the new Pioneer Manor. Mrs. Wayland had a very wonderful turnout of family and friends to help her mark this amazing mile-stone in her life.
Fifty-six confirmed cases of Pertussis reported as of June 11
Barb Trujillo, Kaven Carabajal and Isaac Moreland take part in Saturday's Bicycle Poker Run hosted by the Stevens County Hospital/Pioneer Manor Employee Committee. The event included stops for the bicycling participants at various stops through Hugoton for an enjoyable, family outing. Photo courtesy of Lori Demers.
Winners of the First Annual Bicycle Poker Run are left to right, in back: Barb Trujillo, Katie Weaver, Dylan Nordyke and Jessica Harper. In front are: Kaven Carabajal, Isaac Moreland and Madison Kurts. Photo courtesy of Ruth Bartel.
Madison Kurts takes first place honors in the birth-14 age group at the Bicycle Poker Run. Photo courtesy of Ruth Bartel.
Kansas has joined several states this year in identifying an increase of pertussis cases (also known as whooping cough). Fiftysix confirmed cases have been reported to the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) as of June 11. In 2011, only 52 confirmed cases were reported for the entire year. During 2011 and 2012, KDHE and local health departments have investigated eight outbreaks, including the ongoing outbreak in Johnson County. KDHE is encouraging everyone, including adults, to check with their health care provider on their vaccination status and to get vaccinated if not up to date. Vaccination is an effective way to prevent the spread of pertussis. Pertus-
sis vaccines are recommended for all children and adults. The pertussis vaccine is given in combination with diphtheria and tetanus vaccines, called DTaP, and is recommended for children age two months through six years old. A pertussis vaccine for adolescents and adults, called Tdap, is recommended as a one-time booster. It is especially important for anyone who has close contact with babies younger than 12 months to get a dose of Tdap to help protect the baby from whooping cough. This includes parents, siblings, grandparents, health care providers and childcare providers. If someone does experience pertussis after immunization, his or her case is usually milder. Whooping cough is a
highly contagious bacterial respiratory illness spread by coughing and sneezing. It affects people of all ages but is most serious for infants, especially those too young to be vaccinated or who are not fully protected. It causes cold-like symptoms followed by a long, severe cough that can last for weeks. Adolescents and adults often have a milder disease but can still spread it. Individuals with symptoms should contact their healthcare provider about antibiotic treatment that can shorten the time when they are contagious. Those with pertussis should be isolated from school, work or other activities until completing at least the first five days of the recommended antibiotic therapy.
The Hugoton Hermes
Thursday, June 14, 2012
TO THE PEOPLE OF KANSAS, GREETINGS: WHEREAS, On June 14, 2012, Americans will observe the 235th birthday of the flag of the United States of America; and WHEREAS, The Continental Congress adopted the Stars and Stripes as the official flag of our republic on June 14, 1777; and WHEREAS, The Stars and Stripes flag is an emblem of patriotism, with each stripe representing one of the original 13 Colonies and the stars representing a constellation of each of the states in our union, individual but unified on the bright field of blue; and WHEREAS, our flag gives a visual reflection of the bravery and sacrifice of those men and women who have committed themselves to the precepts and values of our nation, and WHEREAS, Flag Day was first observed in 1877 on the centennial anniversary of the Continental Congress' adoption of the Stars and Stripes as the official flag of the United States; and WHEREAS, In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed Flag Day as a national celebration and in 1949 with the passage of the National Flag Day Bill by President Harry Truman Flag Day became an officially recognized holiday; and WHEREAS, Old Glory continues to exemplify the profound commitment to our unity, strength and liberty; and WHEREAS, This special day provides us the opportunity to celebrate our nation’s symbol and reflect on our flag's rich history and its meaning to Americans and people around the world: NOW, THEREFORE, I, Sam Brownback, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF KANSAS, do hereby proclaim June 14th of 2012, as Flag Day in Kansas and urge all citizens to join in this observation. DONE: At the Capitol in Topeka under the Great Seal of the State this 1st day of June, A.D. 2012
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Dr. Cuccinelli says good-bye Dear Dr. Kevin Hugotonians: I wanted to write a letter to thank everyone for your hospitality to me for the past two years. As most of you know, I will not be coming back on a regular basis to the hospital. I know I was not able to say good-byes to everyone due to unpredictable summer schedules, so wanted to get a note out for those I missed, both in and out of the hospital. It was great coming back again for another opportunity to serve the Stevens County community. I enjoy and will miss the patients and all the staff at the hospital, except for Pam. No, no, I like Pam too, she’s
great. You have a fantastic, caring group of folks up at the hospital and I will miss this community. My kids are getting older and being away for a week at a time is tough on them, with #5 on the way, Tara will appreciate me being around too... mostly, I have started at a hospital closer to home that I will only be gone for 24 hours at a time, spread throughout the month. So thank you very much for all your mid-western hospitality. I am very grateful and humbled. Sincerely, Dr. Kevin Cuccinelli
Cuccinelli
HUGOTON POLICE REPORT Business Hours, Call 544-4959 After Hours, Call 544-2020 Monday, June 4, 2012 • Funeral Escort, 600 Block of Van Buren, Public Service, Chief Leslie / ACO Smith • Dog at Large, 500 Block of NW Avenue, Dog Impounded, ACO Smith • Vandalism, 700 Block of Van Buren, Took Report, Sergeant Johnson Tuesday, June 5, 2012 • Abandoned Vehicle, Highway 160 / Highway 83, Not Abandoned, Loaned to Co-Worker, Officer Crane Wednesday, June 6, 2012 • Citizen Assist, 1000 Block of Lincoln, Public Service, Sergeant Johnson • Harassment, 1000 Block of South Main, Advised to not go on Property when Subject is Working, Sergeant Johnson Thursday, June 7, 2012 • Dog Complaint, 1100 Block of Washington, Officer South Lamatsch • Vehicle Unlock, 600 Block of South Main, Citizen Assist, Officer Lamatsch
• Vehicle Unlock, 200 Block of West Eleventh, Citizen Assist, Sergeant Johnson • Public Service, 900 Block of South Coulter, Public Service, Sergeant Johnson Friday, June 8, 2012 • Medical Assist, 1600 Block of South Jefferson, Public Service, Officer Hagman • Juvenile Shooting BB Gun, 600 Block of South Harrison, Talked to Parent, Officer Crane • Report of 4-Wheeler on Street, 900 Block of South Coulter, Unable to Locate, Officer Crane • Escort, 1000 Block of Jackson, Public Service, Officer Crane • Fight, 600 Block of South Monroe, Broke up Prior to Arrival, Officer Crane • Skunk Bit Dog, 100 Block of North Main, Reporting Party will Take the Dog to the Vet, Officer Crane Saturday, June 9, 2012 • Dog at Large, 100 Block of North Jackson, Dog Impounded, Officer Hagman • Theft, 300 Block of South Adams,
Took Report, Officer Hagman • Report of 4-Wheeler on Street, 200 Block of Wilson, Spoke to Subject, Officer Crane • Dog at Large, 800 Block of Van Buren, Dog Impounded, Officer Crane • Cat Shot with BB Gun, 900 Block of South Coulter, Officer Crane • Public Service, 700 Block of South Van Buren, Public Service, Officer Crane • Fight, 600 Block of South Monroe, Broke up Prior to Arrival, Officer Crane • Loud Music, Alley of 600 Block of South Polk, Advised to Turn it Down, Officer Crane • Loud Music, Alley of 600 Block of South Polk, Final Warning, Officer Crane Sunday, June 10, 2012 • Medical Assist, 700 Block of South Jackson, Public Service, Officer Crane • Pedestrian almost hit by Vehicle, 900 Block of South Coulter, Took Report, Officer Crane • Dog at Large, 900 Block of South
Coulter, Dog Impounded, Officer Crane • Medical Assist, 200 Block of North Jackson, Public Service, Officer Crane
Park Day Booths available If anyone wants a booth in the park for Fourth of July, call Kristin at the Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce at 5444305.
WHAT’S HAPPENIN’ June 14 - Flag Day - Hugoton Aglow Fellowship, Sr. Activity Center, 624 S Main. Coffee/Fellowship - 7:00 p.m., Meeting - 7:30 p.m. Speaker Marjorie Hamlin. June 16 - Lindsborg, or “Little Sweden, USA” will host the forty-first annual Midsummer’s Festival. Admission is free. Visit lindsborgcity.org to find out more. June 17 - Happy Father’s Day! - Pastor Ben Coats of the Assembly of God in Hugoton will host services at Pioneer Manor at 3:00 p.m. June 18 - 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. June 19 - Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce will host their 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. June 18-22 - National Nursing Assistants’ Week June 19-21 - Baker Arts Center will offer the children’s workshop “All Spaced Out” for children from kindergarten through sixth grade from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon at the Center, 624
N. Pershing in Liberal. There is a cost to participate. 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 22 - Last day of Moscow’s summer school for incoming kindergarten students and summer lunch program. June 24 - Pastor Michael Taylor of Light House Fellowship will host services at Pioneer Manor at 3:00 p.m. June 26
Center. 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 - All Saints Day at Seward County Community College. New Fall 2012 students can go to this orientation.
HUGOTON MUNICIPAL COURT MAY 2012 Hittle, Chase Roe, Careless Driving $110.00 20 Hours Community Service Castro, Adrean, Domestic Battery $290.00 2 Days Jail Suspended Domestic Violence Counseling Reed, Cassidy, Disobey Traffic Control Device $105.00 Rodriguez, Jeison, No Driver’s License $360.00 200 Hours Community Service Serve 60 Hours Dyck, Peter, No Driver’s License $360.00 40 Hours Community Service Dyck, Peter, Failure to Yield $45.00
Stevens County Hospital Report Admissions 6/5/12 One Patient 6/6/12 Deborah Delarosa One Patient 6/7/12 One Patient 6/8/12 Mark Davis Norman Traver Six Patients 6/9/12 Jewel Myers 6/10/12 Two Patients 6/11/12 One Patient
- 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 4 - Happy Independence Day! July 10 - Stevens County Economic Development Board will meet at 12:00 noon at the Senior
Dismissals 6/5/12 None 6/6/12 Two Patients 6/7/12 Deborah Delarosa One Patient 6/8/12 Five Patients 6/9/12 One Patient 6/10/12 Two Patients 6/11/12 None
Currently in the Hospital: Norman Traver, Mark Davis, Jewel Myers & One Patient
Dyck, Peter, Failure to Stop $45.00 Angulo, Agustin, Disorderly Conduct $210.00, Signed Order to Pay Salas, Manuel, Parking in Prohibited Area $10.00, Case Closed Gonzalez, Jose A., Speeding 50/40 $90.00, Case Closed Pena, Pedro H., Loud Music $135.00 6 Months Probation Juarez, Dylan, No Driver’s License $360.00 40 Hours Community Service Morales, Jose Armando, Disorderly Conduct
$210.00, Signed Order to Pay Lozano, Juan, Bond Forfeiture $1,000.00, Bon Forfeited Hernandez, Jorge F., Failure to Stop at Stop Sign $105.00, Case Closed Victorino, Reyes, Improper Parking AMD from Speeding 45/30 $210.00 $1000.00 contribution to Shop With A Cop & National Night Out Zambrano, Sabul Israel, Careless Driving AMD from Reckless Driving $210.00 $1000.00 contribution to Shop With A Cop & National Night Out
Stevens County Fire Department and Ambulance Report Stevens County Emergency Services run activity June 4 through June 10. Fire Department Hugoton Station Monday, June 4, 3:28 p.m. - called to 500 block of Jackson for a vehicle fire. Wednesday, June 6, 2:43 p.m. - responded to a grass and wheat stubble fire at Highway 56 and Road BB. Thursday, June 7, 11:58 a.m. - called to a two vehicle accident two and a half miles
north of Hugoton on Highway 25. One person was transported to Stevens County Hospital. Fire Department Moscow Station Wednesday, June 6, 2:43 p.m. - called to a grass and wheat stubble fire at Highway 56 and Road BB. Ambulance Activity Six medical runs, two transfers and one vehicle accident.
Obituaries Chrisman “Bill” Seaman The death of Chrisman William “Bill” Seaman, 86, of rural Waverly has been learned. Mr. Seaman passed away late Sunday, June 3, 2012 at Life Care Center of Burlington. Born November 18, 1925 at Vona, Co., he was the son of Chester William Seaman and the former Chrystal Chrisman. The family moved to Kansas when he was one year old, arriving in Garnett Christmas Eve of 1926, and they moved to Coffey County in the Spring of 1928. Bill attended Sunflower Rural School and graduated from Burlington High School at the age of 16. He then helped with the teaching at a country school for a few years, before returning to the farm to work with his father. He was a farmer and kept cattle throughout his life. Bill joined the Carpenters’ and Joiners’ Union at Topeka in 1952, and he also worked as a carpenter for over 30 years. He worked on a number of large commercial constructions in eastern Kansas, and later his ability led him to supervising on construction of large commercial buildings in Topeka, Wichita and as far away as Cheyenne, Wy. Mr. Seaman had been a long-time member of the Section Church of Christ and served as an elder there for a number of years. Later in life, he attended the Rock Creek Church of Christ in Ottawa for 16 years. He loved to sing praises to the Lord God. Bill was an early supporter of the start of RWD #4, served as construction superintendent as the first 90 miles of pipeline was laid, and also served on the water district
board for many years. In his spare time, he loved caring for his cows and his dogs, and he enjoyed reading, especially history. August 3, 1952, he was married to Arlene Margaret Ackerman and they were the parents of two sons. She preceded him in death July 20, 1990. Bill was married to Ethel J. Hess November 21, 1992, and she also preceded him, July 19, 2004. Bill was also preceded in death by a brother, Gary Wayne Seaman; two sisters, Nellie Dawson and Roselma Mutzenburg; and grandson Corey May. Bill is survived by his sons, Loren Seaman and wife Lillian of Hugoton and Mark Seaman and wife Karen of Waverly; two stepdaughters, Brenda May and husband Ken of Ottawa and Norma Simmons and husband Scott of Lawrence; ten grandchildren, Heidi, Aaron, Adam, Nathan, Haley and Maggie Seaman, Ian Simmons, Cecily May, Casey Walker and Angie McCune; seven great-grandchildren; his sister Florence Madden of Waverly; sister-in-law Willene Cole of Madison; many nieces and nephews, and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were attended Friday morning, June 8, 2012 at Jones Funeral Home in Burlington, with burial following at Key West Jones Funeral Cemetery. Home of Burlington was in charge of the arrangements. Memorial contributions to Hand-in-Hand Hospice or Rock Creek Church of Christ may be sent in care of Jones Funeral Home, P.O. Box 277, Burlington, Ks 66839.
Peggy Slemp Merwin Death has claimed the life of Peggy Lou Slemp Merwin. Mrs. Merwin passed away peacefully at her home last year, June 22, 2011 in Hurst, Tx. She was born February 26, 1934 in Stevens County. Mrs. Merwin was preceded in death by her parents John and Nina Slemp; sister Betty Slemp Teeter; her brother-inlaw Ralph Teeter; sister-inlaw Wanda Miles Slemp; and her niece Jana Slemp. Survivors include her two children, Linda Merwin Fritz
and George W. “Lucky” Merwin IV; three grandchildren, Tanya Merwin Davis and husband Stephen, Heidi Fritz and George W. Merwin V; her great grandson Nicholas Dwayne Davis; her brothers, Bud Slemp and wife Gayla and Carl Slemp; and her many nieces and nephews. A memorial service to celebrate her life is planned for 10:00 a.m. Friday, June 22, 2012 at the Moscow United Methodist Church at 304 Main in Moscow. A luncheon will follow.
Avis Curtis Longtime Moscow resident Avis B. Curtis, 98, passed from this life Sunday, June 10, 2012 at Stevens County Hospital in Hugoton. The daughter of George W. Anderson and the former Ella May Waite, she was born October 3, 1913 in Stevens County.
Avis and Raymond Curtis were married June 18, 1938 at Panhandle, Tx. Mrs. Curtis was a member of United Methodist Church of Moscow. She organized the first Boy Scout Troop and also Girl Scout Troop at Moscow. Survivors include her twin sons, Ray Curtis and wife Dorothy of Billings, Mt. and Roy Curtis of Wichita; one daughter, Zo Roland and husband Garry of Moscow; two sisters, Fanny Kagarice and Avanell Gaskill both of Hugoton; five grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; six great great grandchildren;
and a host of other relatives and friends. Mrs. Curtis was preceded in death by her parents; husband Raymond Curtis; one daughter, Judith Kay Curtis; six brothers; and seven sisters. Funeral services will be Thursday, June 14, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. at United Methodist Church in Moscow with Rev. Tim McCrary presiding. Burial will follow at Moscow Cemetery under the direction of Paul’s Funeral Home of Hugoton. A memorial has been established for the United Methodist Church of Moscow. Memorials may be mailed to Paul’s Funeral Home, PO Box 236, Hugoton, Ks. 67951.
Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear My voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with Me. Revelation 3:20
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Benefit dinner planned for Pedro Sanchez There will be a benefit dinner for Pedro Sanchez Sunday, June 17 at Memorial Hall in Stevens County Courthouse. The meal will be from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The meal will include pulled pork, cheesy potatoes, green beans, salad, dinner rolls and dessert. Pedro Sanchez, son of Feliciano and Eugenia Sanchez of
Rolla was injured in a motorcycle accident May 3, 2012. He and his wife Chelsea, daughter of Tom and Malissa Hicks, have two children, Isaac and Alexa. Since the accident, Pedro has undergone surgery and is currently undergoing rehabilitative therapy in Wichita. Pedro has encountered medical obstacles but has a very encourag-
ing attitude. He is anxious to get back to Hugoton with his wife and children. This young family has incurred unexpected expenses due to this accident and we are asking the great people of Stevens and Morton Counties to help them out by coming out for lunch Father’s Day and making a free will donation that is tax deductible.
If you are unable to attend the dinner but would like to make a tax deductible donation, please make check payable to Pheasant Heaven Charities (P.H.C.I.) with Pedro Sanchez in the memo line and take it to the First National Bank in Hugoton. Please come for lunch and help this young father and family.
Hugoton Airport accepting bids for apron project Hugoton Municipal Airport Board gathered for their regular meeting Wednesday, June 6 at 7:00 p.m. at the airport. Members present were Jeff Crawford, Dell Cullison and Kim Harper. Airport Manager Gary Porter and Secretary Risa Norton, Hugoton Hermes Reporter Marie Austin along with Kirkham Michael representative Curtis Houser were also present. Robert Davis and Dax Gaskill were absent. FAA Grant The board discussed incoming bids for the apron project. Currently, they’ve had one contractor review the project, but they anticipate
several bids by the deadline June 20. The board plans to open bids at the courthouse. Curtis Houser of Kirkham Michael agreed he would be present for the bid opening. A public notice was published in The Hugoton Hermes June 7, 2012. They’ve decided to decrease the tiedowns from six to four, to allow more room for the planes to taxi around. As soon as the date for construction is set, Steve Irons of Kirkham Michael will come to meet with the board and the winning contractor. Kim reiterated the board will have to reapply next year for the remainder of the grant to pay off the apron project.
Watching the parade of riders down Main Saturday during the annual Brian Lamberson Memoral Poker Run, you were treated to a lot of different looks.
The Dust Bowl Riders enjoy a great turnout for the Poker Run which took place Saturday in
Hopefully, the project will be finished by the end of 2012. As for the drainage concern on the south end, addressed last month, the board agreed it won’t take much to level off the troublesome area. Kim brought up the issue of the new environmental person at FAA. They have exchanged emails and he asked for information regarding Kirkham Michael’s qualifications regarding environmental safety. Kim assured Curtis the board was pleased they had hired Kirkham Michael in March 2010 with a fiveyear contract, so they don’t have to bring in different consultants for every project. Manager’s Report Manager Gary Porter reported he had mowed everything. He also remarked he had taken the tractor to American Implement for the oil leak to be repaired. After the technicians fixed the oil leak, the mower was removed and improperly hooked up. When Gary started to mow the next time, the double knuckle hooking the mower to the tractor shattered, so it had to be replaced. Gary affirmed the motor in the hangar has been switched and now the Piper Mirage will fit through the door with a few inches to spare. Gary also replaced one of the cables on the hangar. Dell also commended Gary for taking good care of the grounds, and said the painted tetrahedron really caught his eye. Gary also reported three of the bifold hangars are empty and a small one is also available.
Risa suggested listing the openings with AirNav. The board members agreed to allow that, as long as current tenants are given notice of the available hangars before listing them online. The only maintenance concern was the American Implement sign that blew down this spring. Gary commented he will haul the broken sign away this fall if American Implement hasn’t taken care of it. Secretary’s Report Risa reported she is really enjoying her new computer. She also said she will soon be using only one machine for fuel purchases, instead of the current two. 2013 Budget Kim Harper reported Stevens County Clerk Pam Bensel had requested the 2013 budget for the airport and he had presented it at the commissioners’ meeting Monday. He anticipated approval this summer, and for it to be finalized in August. He commented the 2013 budget is $13,000 less than the 2012 budget. The board then discussed the possibility of office remodeling. They agreed to start researching costs for a brand-new building versus simply updating. The board adjourned and agreed to meet for their July meeting Wednesday, July 11 at 7:00 p.m. at the airport.
This photo was taken before Pedro’s unfortunate accident. Left to right are Chelsea, Isaac, Pedro and Alexa Sanchez.
Paul’s Funeral Home 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. Jerry, Violet, David & Brandy Robson
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Hugoton. Here the group pays respect to their country’s flag before taking off.
Some Hugoton headstones have shifted The Hugoton Cemetery would like to inform the public of a strange find at the Hugoton Cemetery last week. The sexton noticed a headstone that was turned a little on it's base, upon further inspection it was found that several of the large upright stones were also turned on their bases. We are unsure as to when this has happened or what has caused it, We encourage the people of the community to check the stones of loved ones buried in the Hugoton Cemetery to see if they have turned on the bases. If you are wanting them put back straight and resealed along the bottom you will need to contact one of the areas monument com-
Kansas is ranked l 8th nationally in total tooth loss among seniors. The headstone pictured above has turned on its base. Does anyone know what caused this? Would a slight tremor do this? It is a mystery! panies to perform that service for you. Thank you.
Phillip Willis. Board Member
While tooth loss may be permanent, this statistic doesn’t have to be. Learn more about this growing oral health epidemic by visiting TruthAboutTeeth.org.
Cemetery Source: CDC, 2008.
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Bolys
Homemade Ice Cream Natural Flavors Chocolate Vanilla Strawberry Lime Coconut Coffee Caramel Passion Fruit Cinnamon Mango ...and many more
Visit us at 1035 S. Harrison - Hugoton Monday - Sunday 1:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Black Family Reunion, June 2, 2012, at Camp Billy Joe. John Duncan, Joe Black, Margaret, Robert Duncan, Janna, Steve, Lydia, Benny
Clara Lee attends Black reunion
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Shelton, Jim Black, Clara Lee, Wilma, Lawrence Moore and Tom Black. Photo courtesy of Wilma Moore.
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Mark and Marilyn Webb May 27, 2012
Mark and Marilyn Webb celebrate 40 years Time... Keeps On Ticking But Our Deadline Is the Same! Monday at 5:00 p.m.
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Mark and Marilyn Webb of Plains will observe their fortieth wedding anniversary with a come-and-go reception Sunday, July 29 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Plains Friends Church, 402 North First in Plains. Mark and the former Marilyn Stude were married May 27, 1972 at the United Methodist Church in Copeland. They are both employed by USD 483 at Kismet. Their children and spouses are Justin and Melissa Webb of Windsor, Co. and Connie and Philip Anton of Alva, Ok. They have five grandchildren. Mark is the son of Melvin and Anna Marie Webb of Moscow. Marilyn is the daughter of the late Howard and Ruth Stude of Copeland. Cards may be sent to them at PO Box 503, Plains, Ks. 67869.
Worship with your loved ones at Pioneer Manor June 17 Pastor Ben Coats Assembly of God
Citizens State Bank 601 S. Main - Hugoton
PAUL'S FUNERAL HOME
June 24 Pastor Michael Taylor Light House Fellowship July 1 Barbara Williams Hillbilly Band
Jerry, Violet, David & Brandy Robson
314 S. Van Buren 544-4122
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July 8 Rev. Richard Martin Church of God FAITH LUTHERAN
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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.
ROLLA PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH
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.
PRIMERO BAUTISTA IGLESIA
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ROLLA - RICHFIELD
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
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.
June 1-3 were the dates for the twenty-third gathering of the Black Family Reunion at Camp Billy Joe, one and onehalf mile southeast of Kenton, Ok. on the Black Mesa. This family is descended from William Henry and Catherine Jane Black whose old house still stands in Kenton but is uninhabitable. The Blacks and their oldest daughter Mary came in a covered wagon from Petersburg, Tx. in 1903. They homesteaded about seven miles southeast of Kenton and lived there until they needed to move closer to school. Five more children were added to the family: Addie, Bob, Jim, Katie and Burton. Mr. Black drove a freight wagon into Colorado, New Mexico, Texas and Oklahoma. Later he drove a Model T Ford through the countryside selling Rawleigh home and health products. All the original family is now deceased with Katie having lived to celebrate her one-hundredth birthday in 2008. This reunion began in 1939 when Henry and Catherine hosted all their family except Jim, whose family was unable to attend. There were no more reunions until 1977 when Danny and Cathy Black Michael invited all the family to their farm home east of Moscow. For several years different families hosted the group in their respective homes. In 1995 the family began meeting at Camp Billy Joe which seemed to be a good location with so much family history in the area. Each year
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visits are made to the old home, the homestead area, Black Canyon named for this family, many family graves in the cemetery and other places of interest. Different families prepared meals for everyone. Saturday afternoon a silent auction took place to pay the expenses. A Sunday morning worship service was conducted with Monte Duncan as speaker. Opening prayer was led by Joe Black and closing prayer by Robert Duncan. John Lee led singing and communion was served by Mitch Jenkins, John Lee and Monte Duncan. Hosts for 2012 were Jim Bob Black and Monte Duncan. Accepting the responsibility for 2013 were Tommy and Carie Black and Tonya Shafer. One person—John Duncan—has been able to attend every reunion. Attending from Texas were Jim Bob Black and Robin Foust, Hartley, Jim Black, Booker, Joe and Leverne Black, Bovina, Thomas and Carie Black, Ben, Aaron and Shayanne, Dalhart, Steve and Janna Shelton, Lydia and Benny, Richland Hills, Berta Mirhashemi, San Antonio, Tonya Shafer, Alana and Collin, Kathy Black, Tabitha Black and friends, Katie and Kennedy, Amarillo, Tony Black, Tom and Billie Black, Dalhart, and Kim Lee and Jesse, Sunray. Those from Oklahoma were Linda Holmes, Woodward, Nikki Eveleigh and Paisyn and Chris Bare, Elk City and Marlin and Marsha Woods, Boise City. From Kansas were Lisa Neeley and Eric Maxwell, Garden City,
Donalda Eveleigh, Ulysses, Clara Lee, Hugoton, Mitch and Renee Jenkins, Hutchinson, John and Kristi Lee and Jr. Elrod, Ashland, Monte Duncan, Natasha, Kathleen and Andrea, Wamego, Robert and Margaret Duncan, Lakin, John Duncan and Lawrence and Wilma Moore, Liberal. Submitted by Wilma Moore.
Patricia Ruth Reyes
Patricia Reyes named to Deans List More than 5,465 Iowa State University undergraduates have been recognized for outstanding academic achievement by being named to the 2012 spring semester Dean's List. Among students named to the Dean's List is Patricia Ruth Reyes of Hugoton. Patricia received her honors in Food Science (H SCI). Students must have earned a grade point average of at least 3.50 on a 4.00 scale while carrying a minimum of 12 credit hours of graded course work.
Daisy Grewell graduates with LPN The SCCC/ATS Nursing program has just received official notification from the Kansas State Board of Nursing (KSBN) of the licensure results for graduates taking the exam for the first time between January 1 through December 31 of 2011 Nursing graduates. For the seventh year in a row, the SCCC/ATS Practical Nursing program pass rate for first time candidates taking the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurse (NCLEX-PN) was 100 percent. The Kansas average pass rate was 93.98 percent and the national average pass rate was 84.83 percent. The SCCC/ATS Practical Nursing program had its first graduating class in 1979 and there have been 19 graduating classes with 100 percent pass rate on the NCLEX-PN exam: 1981, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1988, 1989, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1998, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011. Of the 25 LPN programs in Kansas, SCCC/ATS was one of seven with 100 percent pass rates. However, SCCC/ATS is the only one with over four consecutive pass rates of 100 percent. Graduates of the LPN program were Reyna Aguilar, Ashley Duncan, Angela Fabbro, Virginia Gastelum, Alma Granados, Elisha Hamilton, Tak Yee Leung, Martin Swanson, Anh Nguyen and Cheri VanDoren-Cook, all of Liberal; Mary Braley and Mandie Slack,
both of Guymon, Ok.; Alyson Childress and Brittany Coen, Elkhart; Kelsey Cook and Irma O'Bryan, Ulysses; Tasha Duvall, Tyrone, Okla.; Daisy Grewell, Hugoton; Rocheal Mathis, Hooker, Okla.; and Crysta Tuttle, Meade. The SCCC/ATS Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program pass rate for first time candidates taking the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN) was 92.59 percent. The Kansas average pass rate was 85.88 percent and the national average pass rate was 87.89 percent. More information regarding pass rates for Kansas Nursing programs can be accessed at http:// ksbn.org/cne/multiyearpassrates.pdf. “I am extremely proud of our graduates and the hard work it takes on the part of our students to achieve these results,” said Veda King, Director of Nursing at SCCC/ATS. “Our nursing faculty are highly dedicated individuals who strive to provide the best learning experience for our students.” Nursing faculty members at SCCC/ATS include Nancy Bansemer, Sandy Brisendine, Diane Miller, Sandy Mead, Dawn Hemphill, Sandy Wolfram and Veda King. For information about the Nursing program, call at 620417-1401 or email at veda.king@sccc.edu.
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KHRC seeks public comment --New Program Aims to Help Cities and Counties Develop Housing and Infrastructure in Rural Areas-Kansas Housing Resources Corporation (KHRC) is asking for public comments on the Corporation's plan to help cities and counties develop moderate income housing and infrastructure in rural areas. The draft plan, called Kansas Moderate Income Housing (MIH) Request for Proposal (RFP), outlines eligible applicants and activities, application procedures, grant/loan structuring, award criteria, compliance monitoring and reporting requirements. KHRC anticipates releasing approximately $2.75 million from the State Housing Trust Fund (SHTF) through the MIH RFP. KHRC will host five public hearings throughout the month of June where citizens may provide input on the proposed RFP. Dates and locations of the hearings are as follows: •June 18, 2012, 10:00 a.m., Topeka-Kansas Housing Resources Corporation at 611 S. Kansas, Suite 300 / Topeka, Kansas. •June 19, 2012, 1:30 p.m., Chanute-Chanute Memorial Auditorium, Alliance Room at 101 S. Lincoln / Chanute, Kansas. •June 21, 2012, 10:00 a.m., Elkhart-Morton County Civic Center, meeting room at 400 E. Orchard / Elkhart, Kansas. •June 22, 2012, 1:30 p.m., Lyons-Celebration Centre Community Building at 1145 Highway 56 East / Lyons, Kansas. •June 25, 2012, 1:30 p.m., Colby-Little Theatre at 285 E. Fifth / Colby, Kansas. In addition to hosting the public hearings listed above, KHRC will accept written public comments through July 13, 2012. Comments should be addressed to: MIH RFP, Kansas Housing Resources Corporation, 611 S. Kansas Ave., Suite 300, Topeka, KS, 66603. Individuals may also submit comments electronically to Fred KHRC's Rental Bentley, Housing Director, at fbentley@kshousingcorp.org. After collecting feedback, comments and questions from the public, KHRC will refine the RFP. The Corporation anticipates releasing the final RFP July 20, 2012. Any person planning to attend one of the public hearings, who requires special accommodations because of a disability or physical impairment, should contact KHRC at lease 72 hours prior to the meeting by calling 785296-0081. To view a copy of the preliminary Moderate Income Housing Request for Proposal, click here or visit
www.kshousingcorp.org. Kansas Housing Resources Corporation is a selfsupporting, public corporation which serves as the primary administrator of federal housing programs for the State of Kansas. Our mission is to increase the availability of affordable, quality and accessible housing for low and moderate-income Kansans.
Heather Augustine entertains 160 kids and 30 adults at the Kick Off of the "Dream Big READ" Summer Reading Program at the Stevens County Library.
Heather Augustine leads Stevens County Library Summer Reading participants in The Chicken Dance.
Chelsea Harper earns doctorate from Rockhurst Rockhurst University awarded more than 750 degrees at its ninety-second annual commencement ceremony Saturday, May 12, at Municipal Auditorium in Kansas City, Mo. Among studwnts graduating was Chelsie Harper of Hugoton with a Doctor of Physical Therapy. In keeping with the studentcentered focus at Rockhurst, the program featured two student speakers: Anna Therese Alfonsin, who received a bachelor of science in nursing, and James Waxman, M.D., who received a master of business administration degree from the Executive
Fellows MBA Program. Rockhurst University is one of 28 Catholic, Jesuit universities in the United States. It seeks to challenge students while providing a supportive environment for intellectual and personal growth. U.S. News & World Report consistently names Rockhurst among the top Midwest Master's Universities. Rockhurst is the only institution in the Kansas City area to have earned the community engagement classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. Learn more at www.rockhurst.edu.
Average gas prices continue to fall in Kansas Average retail gasoline prices in Kansas have fallen in the past week, averaging $3.33/g Sunday. This compares with the national average that has fallen in the last week to $3.56/g, according to gasoline price website KansasGasPrices.com. Including the change in gas prices in Kansas during the past week, prices Sunday were lower than the same day one year ago and are 15.1 cents per gallon lower than a month ago. The national average has decreased during the last month and stands lower than this day one year ago. "While price decreases have heated up on the West Coast, such decreases are drying up in other areas such as the Great Lakes," said GasBuddy.com
Senior Petroleum Analyst Patrick DeHaan. "While current factors still point to some falling gasoline prices in some areas, mainly the West Coast, oil prices haven't continued to shed as much value in the past week. Prices in the past few years have bottomed out in June, we could see a similar situation play out this year," DeHaan said. GasBuddy operates KansasGasPrices.com and over 250 similar websites that track gasoline prices at over 140,000 gasoline stations in the United States and Canada. In addition, GasBuddy offers a free smartphone app which has been downloaded over 20 million times to help motorists find gasoline prices in their area. Submitted by GasBuddy.com.
Heather Augustine reads Skippyjon Jones by Judy Schachner at the Stevens County Library.
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This week's Stevens County Library’s geekoftheweek is Jayden. He geeks reptiles.
STEVENS COUNTY Activity Center - 544-2283 Nutrition Center - 544-8041 ~ Barbara Beeks ~ It’s Monday again. So far it’s a pretty day. Garland and I were gone this weekend. All the way across the south of Kansas it was green and lush and beautiful. It was nice to see all the green. The wheat crops looked good, too. There was our regular dance Saturday. Looked like a very nice bunch of folks were here for it. I’m sure the music was good. The regular monthly board meeting is this week. And all the regular activities, too. We will take the bus to Liberal to see “Liberty” Monday, July 2. If you would like to go, come in and sign up. Have a great week. Menu Jun 14........................Spaghetti Jun 15................Pot Roast Beef
Tesk Nichols of Johnson and Abby Roberts of Hugoton, who will graduate from the Cosmetology program at Seward County Community College/Area Technical School, created some personalized tiles that will be displayed on a wall outside the theater. Each year, graduates of the college will make a personalized tile that will be displayed with their class. This project will be the start of an outdoor art project for campus.
Jun 18....................Baked Ham Jun 19..........................Frito Pie Jun 20......Chicken Fried Steak Jun 21................Ham & Beans Activities Schedule Thursday, June 14 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Aglow.......................................... Friday, June 15 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Bingo........................12:30 p.m. Saturday, June 16
Cards .........................6:00 p.m. Monday, June 18 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Line Dance.................7:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 19 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 20 Birthday Day Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Paint...........................1:00 p.m. Thursday, June 21 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.
And the fishing was fine The Cimarron National Grassland, Cimarron Recreation Area was the place to be Saturday, June 2! The weather was beautiful for anglers of the twenty-second Annual Santa Fe Trail Fishing Derby to try and catch the big one! One hundred forty-five eager anglers from Elkhart, Rolla, Hugoton, Guymon, Richfield, Moscow, Liberal, Ulysses, and Johnson,– just to name a few – registered and took their poles to the water to see if they could catch the biggest, or even the smallest, fish. The U.S. Forest Service, Rolla Recreation Commission, Elkhart Recreation Commission, and the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism sponsored this annual fishing derby for anglers ranging in age from birth – 16 and seniors 55 and over. Prizes donated by local businesses and individuals were given out to all that had registered. Winners for the largest fish were: Age birth-four, Trinity Boaldin; Age five-eight, Haddi Emmert; Age nine-12, Ryland Bennett; Age 13-16, Samantha Robinson; and Senior, Warren Myers. The overall largest fish weighed 3 1/8 pounds, and was caught by Samantha Robinson. All that came out to enjoy a morning of fishing were then treated to hot dogs and chips. A fun and exciting morning was enjoyed by all! The U.S. Forest
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Service would like to express heartfelt thanks to the businesses and individuals for their generous support for the twentysecond Annual Santa Fe Trail Fishing Derby. Without the support of the community, events such as this would not be possible. Your generosity made this year’s event a huge success.
and subsequently acquired by the city from the county. The Register of Deeds clerk contends she cannot record the documents on Water Right File Nos. SV 007, 8,646 and 40,123 because no legal description is included in the documents. The State of Kansas Division of Water Resources contends no legal description is necessary because the authorized location is the City of Hugoton and immediate vicinity. CouncilKim Harper man volunteered to work on the stalemate. Power Plant Insurance The city clerk presented two options from Musgrove Insurance for boiler and machinery insurance for the engines at the power plant. The first option of $82,716.00 is for all seven engines. The second option of $72,129. 00 is for only the four engines being upgraded with catalytic converters. The cost of adding the catalytic converters to the insurance coverage is included in both options. The city had elected to selfinsure for mechanical failure as of the first of the current year. No action was taken at this time. Blocked Streets Mayor Rowden reported Jim Ghumm is now asking for Sixth Street from Jackson Street to the alley between Jackson and Van Buren Streets be blocked off from 8:00 p.m. Thursday, June 14, 2012 until 12:00
noon Saturday, June 16, 2012 for National Automotive Parts Association promotion events. The motion was made and carried to allow the road closing as requested. Moscow Leash Law The City of Moscow is attempting to enforce a leash law and wants to use the City of Hugoton’s animal shelter. No action was taken for the request. ReAppointments Mayor Rowden announced the re-appointment of Dax Gaskill and Darin Heger to the Board of Zoning Appeals. The motion carried. Their terms will expire in June 2015. Rowden announced the re-appointment of Ron Martin and Harold Nordyke to the Planning Commission. The motion carried. Their terms will expire in June 2015. Reimbursement The motion was passed to reimburse Neal Gillespie for the meal expenses for the Board of Convention and Tourism activities meeting. National Night Out Cheif of Police Courtney Leslie announced the “National Night Out” activities be set for August 7, 2012. Leslie asked for permission to get bids for a new police vehicle. She was told to check and see what Riley Chevrolet Buick has available. The meeting adjourned.
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Eighth grade boys traveling basketball team is #1! The Hugoton eighth grade boys traveling basketball team finished first in the SW Kansas Summer Hoops Classic in Garden City the first weekend in June. This team of 14 year old boys competed with teams from around SW Kansas and had to beat a very good combined team made up of players from multiple towns. This team of Hugoton boys is unique in these tournaments because they are all from the same school year and team. The team competed in the Mid America Youth Basket-
ball Kick-off tournament in Newton this past weekend. This tournament had 48 teams from several states. The team won five games and lost two. Both losses were from teams from the Denver, Co. area. The team got what they wanted; lots of basketball and good competition. Players include Wade Heger, Alex Gonzales, Garrett Hamlin, Caleb Gayer, Parker Titus, Manuel Mendez, Tyler Goode, and #1/2 Hudson Titus. Their coach is Todd Gayer. They want to recognize the
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The Hugoton eighth grade boys traveling basketball team finish first in the Southwest Kansas Summer Hoops Classic in Garden City. The team consists of Wade Heger, Alex Gonzales, Garrett Hamlin, Caleb Gayer, Parker Titus, Manuel Mendez, Tyler Goode and #1/2 Hudson Titus.
The Knights and Grasshoppers faced off last Thursday in the Junior Softball division of Hugoton Recreation Commission summer ball. Pictured here, Bailey Kiley safely touches first base after putting the ball into play as Knight first baseman Brooklyn Harper catches the ball. Defender Caitlyn Kiley is pictured in the background.
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Co mple te Ae ri al Applica tio n Carson Medina reels back and takes a big swing during a recent Tee Ball game. The Hugoton Recreation Commission season is underway for boys and girls teams. Photo taken by Kami Williams.
Riley Sosa goes for a long shot at the basket during a scrimmage last week at the Eagle basketball camp. Hugoton High School girls basketball team members gathered to conduct the camp for second through sixth grade hoopsters.
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There will be a Rotary Duck Race at noon in the park on July 4. For just $10.00 you can adopt a racing “duck” or adopt a 6 “quack” (6 ducks) for $50.00 or 1/2 a quack pack (3 ducks) $25.00. Please contact a Rotary member. The proceeds from the race will go to Rotary Scholarships, polio eradication, and other Rotary projects. There will be a prize for the first five “ducks” that cross the line. First prize is $1,000.00, second prize is $500.00, third prize is $300.00, fourth prize is $200.00 and fifth prize is $100.00.
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The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism recently launched a statewide campaign, Stop Aquatic Hitchhikers, to educate Kansans about the environmental and economic threats that aquatic nuisance species (ANS) such as zebra mussels and Asian carp pose to the state’s aquatic resources. Aquatic nuisance species are animals and plants not native to Kansas that can threaten lake and river ecology, harm native or desirable species, and interfere with our economy. They often hitchhike with unsuspecting people, so an informed, watchful public can help protect Kansas waters.
Stop Aquatic Hitchhikers features animated Asian carp hitching a ride in a boat and includes a new website, ProtectKSWaters.org; billboards, print advertisements, and TV and radio spots. It aims to alert the public about the threat of ANS and encourages people to visit ProtectKSWaters.org where they can learn more and use what they learn to help prevent the spread of ANS. “Some people may not realize that these non-native species may affect them even if they don’t fish or boat,” said Jason Goeckler, Kansas Aquatic Nuisance Species Program Coordinator. “Zebra mussels will attach them-
State fishing lakes offer great summer outings Looking for a peaceful, uncrowded summer weekend outdoor experience? Try one of the more than 40 Kansas state fishing lakes. Anglers surveyed who fished state fishing lakes reported low levels of crowding, high satisfaction, and sufficient access from shore at these small Kansas gems. In most cases, there is minimal to no wait time to launch a boat and plenty of parking available. In addition to fishing, picnicking and primitive camping are popular activities at state fishing lakes. Some — including Kingman, McPherson, Mined Land and Ottawa — offer modern, affordable cabins for those who prefer not to camp. Many state fishing lakes also have ADAcompliant facilities, such as accessible docks and piers. You don’t need a boat to enjoy the state fishing lake angling experience because numerous piers, jetties, and accessible shoreline are available for easy access. Almost half of anglers visiting these lakes fish from shore and find plenty of access
without a boat. As the name suggests, most state fishing lakes are managed for anglers, so no pleasure boating, skiing, or swimming is allowed. However, because Crawford, Meade, and Scott are also state parks, they provide fullservice camping and allow swimming, and Crawford and Scott allow some recreational boating and offer recreational facilities such as sand volleyball courts, bathhouses, and horseshoe pits. Chase State Fishing Lake also has a swimming beach. Water-use restrictions may limit their appeal to some outdoor users, but for others, the limitation may be a peaceful plus. Most visitors do not feel crowded at Kansas state fishing lakes, even on this busiest weekend of the year, so these lakes are great alternatives to large federal reservoirs. If you just want to enjoy nature, camp, and fish, you may be able to find a great family-friendly spot all to yourself.
selves to anything below the water line. In addition to damaging boating and fishing equipment, they’ll foul rocky shorelines with their sharp, dime-sized shells, making it hard to walk or wade along the shore. Also, they can also clog water intakes and damage power-generating facilities. In early May, the city of Council Grove experienced a temporary water shortage due to a thick layer of zebra mussels coating the inside of the intake tank at Council Grove City Lake. Asian carp consume up to 40 percent of their body weight each day, competing with native fish for food and threatening the diversity and quality of other aquatic life. When young, Asian carp resemble native minnows and shad, which is one reason we adjusted our bait fish regulations to limit the use of wild-caught bait fish. When grown, Asian carp can weigh up to 100 pounds, and they are prone to leaping out of the water when dis-
turbed, posing a real physical threat to boaters,” he said. In an attempt to stem the spread of ANS, the Kansas Wildlife, Parks and Tourism Commission passed new regulations effective January 1, 2012. The new regulations prohibit the movement of wild-caught live bait fish between bodies of water or up streams. They also require that vessels being removed from all waters in the state have livewells and bilges drained and drain plugs removed before being transported on any public highway. “We realize that the new regulations will require anglers and boaters to modify the way they fish and boat today. But if we don’t take these steps, the way in which we enjoy our waterways in the future will drastically change,” said Goeckler. For more information about aquatic nuisance species, visit ProtectKSWaters.org.
Sports by Lori Demers PUBLIC NOTICE
(First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, June 7, 2012) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF EUNICE E. BOND, DECEASED No. 2011 P 3 NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR FINAL SETTLEMENT Chapter 59 THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED:
You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed on May 31,2012, in the above Court by Adena Towner, administrator of the estate of Eunice E. Bond, deceased, praying for final settlement of the estate; approval of her acts, proceedings and accounts as administrator; allowance for administrator's expenses, attorney's fees and expenses, and for payment of court costs; and also praying that the Court
determine the heirs of the decedent and distributing and assigning to such heirs all Kansas property, or interests therein, owned by the decedent at the time of her death, and all personal property remaining in the estate. You are hereby required to file your written defenses thereto on or before the 3rd day of July, 2012, at 9:30 a.m. of said day, in the district courtroom at the county courthouse, in the City of Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition. Adena Towner, Administrator Petitioner Kramer, Nordling & Nordling, LLC Attorneys At Law 209 East Sixth Street Hugoton, Kansas 67951 Phone: (620) 544-4333 Fax: (620) 544-2230
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History From The Hermes Compiled by Ruthie Winget
Cutter Hawks, on the left, congratulates his buddy, Cade Mecklenburg, for winning the USTRC (United States Team Roping Championships) Jr. Looper roping contest for seven to nine year olds in Hutchinson last month. Photo courtesy of Morey Mecklenburg.
MUSEUM UPDATE from The Stevens County Gas & Historical Museum Gladys Renfro and Beulah Carter Julie Kinser brought in model buildings made by her father, Mr. Stratton. The models are made completely of match sticks. The models were a corn crib. a chicken house and a storage building. We invite you to visit us at
the Stevens County Gas & Historical Museum, 905 S. Adams. Our summer hours are 10:00 a.m. to noon and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. We are also open 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturdays.
Thursday, June 21, 2007 Sue Meek retires after teaching a total of 41 years, 27 of them teaching fifth grade at Hugoton. Sue and her husband David have plans for traveling in their motorhome. Vernon Anderson resigned as Hugoton City Inspector. He has been employed by the city since January 2, 2003. Thursday, June 20, 2002 Lisa Nelson is now in Houston, Texas receiving radiation treatment for her fight against cancer. Norman and Doris Weaver celebrate their Golden Wedding anniversary. They were married in 1952. Thursday, June 18, 1992 Eunice Schroeder has been named Director by the Stevens County Library Board. Her library experiences include four years as Library Aide at Hugoton High School and four years as Certified School Library Media Specialist at Johnson. Thursday, June 17, 1982 Gentry Campbell won a saddle after being named Runnerup All-Around Cowboy at the state high school
Dust Storm in Rolla -- "05/06/35 - Dear Mr. Roosevelt, Darkness came when it hit us. Picture taken from water tower one hundred feet rodeo finals in Topeka. He received another saddle for the bull riding. Thursday, June 22, 1972 Marshall Kepley, formerly of Ulysses is the new manager of the Hugoton John Deere Agency. He has worked in the farm equipment field for twelve years in the Ulysses and Liberal areas. Mr. Kepley, his wife Roberta and daughters Donna, age nine and Tammy,
high. Yours Truly, Chas. P. Williams." From National Archives and Records Administration.
age seven will be moving to Hugoton July 1. Mrs. Alta Pettis was presented a Certificate of Appreciation for 1972 from Goodwill Industries. Mrs. Pettis has been serving as a pick-up point for the organization for several years. Thursday, June 21, 1962 Galen Keith, Aviation Electricians’s Mate Third Class, son of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Keith, is training with Patrol
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Julie Kinser brought in these exhibits for the museum. Her father constructed these model buildings completely out of matchsticks.
GEEKSOFTHEWEEK We are beginning to run short on geeks for our geek wall. We plan to continue with our Geekoftheweek until we run out of participants. If you are interested in telling us what you geek, come in to the library and have your picture taken! TWWW CELL PHONE SEGMENTS The preparations for TWWW, or the Smithsonian exhibit The Way We Worked that is scheduled to be at the SCL from October 27 – December 9 are well underway.
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. WEBPAGE Stacey has been working on our new webpage and it is AWESOME!!! Check it out at www.stevenscountylibrary.co m. ONLINE CALENDAR Check our online calendar for a schedule of all summer
reading events. We’ve made a tiny url for your convenience – http://tinyurl. com/6tlr9zw - or you can access the calendar through our webpage! SUMMER READING EVENTS Tuesday and Thursday storytimes are designed for children age 0 – 12. Afternoon activities are designed for ages eight – 18. Friday movies are for all ages (kids seven and younger need a parent or responsible older sibling or babysitter to attend.)
SOCIAL SECURITY NEWS By Brandon Werth Social Security District Manager in Dodge City
Another exhibit that is made out of matchsticks is in the Stevens County Oil and Gas Historical Museum. It was constructed by a prisoner.
BLOCKBUSTER STARS RIDE INTO RETIREMENT SUNSET Summertime is here, and that means blockbuster movies are in season. This summer — and throughout the end of the year — moviegoers can catch some of the usual heroes on the silver screen. Take Batman. He’ll be back on the big screen in another surefire blockbuster. The superhero first gained fans in the comics back in
SCCC/ATS announces fall 2011 semester honor rolls Seward County Community College/Area Technical School has named its fall 2011 semester President’s Honor Roll, Dean’s Honor Roll and Part-time Dean’s Honor Roll. The Dean’s Honor Roll recognizes those students who maintained a 3.5 or greater grade point average and completed at least 12 credit hours in courses numbered 100 or above. Hugoton students named to Dean’s Honor Roll are Beth Beard, Devin Hagman, Joel Livengood, Juan Mendez and Chase Mills. Other students listed are from Moscow Gloria Fisher and from Rolla Jade Greene. The Part-time Dean’s Honor Roll recognizes those students who complete no less than six nor more than eleven credit hours in courses numbered 100 and above. These students must maintain a grade point av-
erage of 3.5 or greater for honor roll eligibility. Students listed from Hugoton are Madelaine Daharsh, Kolton Decker, Edwin Elliot, Lawson Fiss, Louressa Gill, Daisy Grewell, Laton Heger, Billie Herman, BayLee Hoskinson, Zachary Kiley, Kaitlyn
Leininger, Logan Livengood, Maggie Mahan, Arick Miller, Austin Mills, Alek Nichols, Karessa Nordyke, Kelli Schmidt, Austin Scott, Avory Stegman and Hope Unruh. Students listed from Moscow are Breck Roop and Shanda Walker.
Hugoton Aglow features Marjorie Hamlin The community is invited to come hear Marjorie Hamlin give her testimony at the June meeting of the Hugoton Aglow Fellowship, Thursday, June 14, at the Senior Center. There is a time of fellowship and coffee beginning at 7:00 p.m. and the meeting follows at 7:30 p.m. Marjorie and her husband Russell lived in Hugoton for some 40 years, before moving to “Oklahoma fishing country.” They had three
daughters—Janna, Jeannie and Peggy. Russell passed away seven years ago; Marjorie continues to make Muskogee her home. Muskogee Assembly of God has continued to be her center of worship, although when visiting her sister, Peggy Brecheisen, for a season, she attends Hugoton Assembly of God. Marjorie’s topic for the evening is “God’s love and how He keeps us young and beautiful and full of joy!”
1939. He could be taking advantage of delayed retirement credits — the power to receive bigger payments for delaying retirement benefits beyond one’s full retirement age. The credit could be worth as much as eight percent a year until age 70. Learn more about this super power available to anyone at www.socialsecurity.gov/retire2/dela yret.htm. Dark Shadows made a big screen debut, based on the popular television series. The main character, Barnabas, is more than two centuries old. Surely, he would qualify for benefits if he would just go online and apply. Then there are the marvelous superheroes of the “silver age” of comics, several of whom are appearing in The Avengers. Captain America was born in 1941, making him not only fit for leading but also ripe for retiring. The Hulk and Thor both came onto the scene in 1962; Iron Man and Nick Fury joined them in 1963. They, along with 1962’s Spiderman (also enjoying a movie reboot this year) don’t qualify for retirement benefits yet, but they might want to plan ahead by taking a look at the online Retirement Estimator at www.socialsecurity.gov/estimator, where they can get an instant, personalized estimate of future retirement benefits. From Batman to Spiderman, Captain America to The Hulk, making a decision to retire does not mean hanging up your costume. Today’s retirees are more active than
ever, even as they collect benefits. If you’d like to learn more about your own future retirement benefits, take a break from the big screen and take a look at your computer screen. Visit www.socialsecurity.gov/estimator to receive a picture of your own future retirement. Ready to start the sequel now? Let the opening credits on your retirement begin; apply for benefits right over the computer. Just visit www.socialsecurity.gov and click the “retirement” tab.
John Deere, Harley Davidison and Collegiate items
Squadron 30 at the Naval Air Station in Jacksonville, Fl. This squadron trains in the techniques of advanced antisubmarine warfare. Thursday, June 19, 1952 E. L. Thornberry, 42, well known farmer, filed for the Republic nomination for Stevens County Sheriff. Current Sheriff Carter Prine is not eligible for the office because he has already served two terms. Thornberry, who has lived in Hugoton since 1932, is married and has two children.
If any readers have pictures for the history page of the Hermes, please bring them in to Ruthie Winget at The Hugoton Hermes.
In Loving Memory of
Larry Eugene Kraisinger
When I left this world without you I know it made you blue. Your tears fell so freely, I watched; I know this is true. While you were weeping, Days after I passed awayWhile all was silent within me, I saw you kneel to pray. From this wonderful place called Heaven Where all my pain is gone, I send a gentle breeze to whisper, "My loved ones, please go on." The peace that I have found here Goes far beyond compare No rain, no clouds, no suffering Just LOVE from everywhere. You need not be troubled Just stay close to GOD in prayer Someday we'll be reunited My love, HIS love surrounds you always, EVERYWHERE!
Love Always, Your Family
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Local 4-H members attend a State 4-H Geology field trip June 8-10. The trip was the Northeast Kansas Field trip at Valley Falls, north of Topeka. Back row left to right are Nicholas Bryan, Allen Shelton and Roy Snyder and in front are Victoria Bryan and John Shelton.
Winners of the Junior State Geology Quiz Bowl Team are Victoria and Nicholas Bryan. The 4-H members attended the State 4-H Geology field trip in Topeka recently.
Tracy Gutierrez and Russell Jays are placing the Wood Duck nesting box in the middle of Russell Lake east of town. This is just one of the ways Anadarko is giving back to the community.
Governor signs bills into law Continued from June 7, 2012 HB 2503 amends several boards and advisory bodies relating to agriculture and technical changes resulting from the 2011 ERO #40. HB 2568 amends the Kansas Offender Registration Act. HB 2604 repeals several statutes concerning the Kansas Fertilizer law and agricultural seeds. HB 2704 eliminates the position of the Ombudsman of Corrections. House Sub. for SB 287 amends the laws governing financial services in Kansas, including the regulation of credit unions and provisions in the banking code. SB 155 provides state aid to high school students taking career technical classes and establishes a career technical education incentive program. It also allows technical college boards to acquire property by lease-purchase and makes funding changes for at-risk students and high-density at-risk pupil weighting. House Sub. for SB 425 delays by one year the addition of the 14th Court of Appeals judge. SB 314 amends hunting and fishing license fees for resident
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seniors; requires development of pre-rut antlerless deer rifle session and allows certain hunters to use crossbows during an archery big game season. SB 307 amends laws related to lesser included crimes, speedy trial, intimidation of a witness and the statute of limitations for sexually violent crimes. SB 304 creates the Batterer Intervention Program Certification Unit in the Attorney General’s office. Sub for SB 283 allows sheriffs’ offices to implement a single $10 fee for the service, execution and return of any process. Rate would increase to $15 on July 1, 2013. SB 273 amends provisions in the Insurance Code pertaining to the costs for examination of an insurance company or society and its subsidiaries. SB 250 requires municipalities to pay premiums for continuation of coverage under COBRA for the surviving spouse and dependent children of a firefighter who dies in the line of duty. SB 40 adds not-for-profit adult care homes to list of eligible dwellings that qualify to participate in the Housing Loan Deposit Program.
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SB 11 deals with transportation of non-resident pupils, the special education state aid formula, an alternative formula for calculating the LOB, flexibility in the use of unencumbered funds and balances in the contingency
reserve fund. Sen. Sub for HB 2077 creates the Professional Employer Organization Act. Submitted by the Office of Governor Sam Brownback.
Anadarko gives back to the community Tracy Gutierrez and Russell Jays, both employees of Anadarko put up two Wood Duck nesting boxes at Russell Lake Wednesday morning. It is part of Anadarko’s Safety and Environmental Excellence Program. The boxes are made of cedar and attached to stands and put in the middle of the water. Each box is filled with six to eight inches of wood chips and has a screen inside for the baby ducks to climb up the wall of the nest and out the opening. If a wood duck finds the box suitable for laying eggs she will lay about nine to twelve eggs. The brood will hatch in about one month. The ducklings within 24 hours of hatching use
their sharp claws to climb to the nest box entrance and fall to the water. They do not return to the nest. Tracy and Russell put up one nest on the north side of the lake and one on the south side, because if a duck sees a wrong nest she will think it is hers and nest there, so the nests cannot be visible to each other. Wood ducks have been seen at the lake and Anadarko decided as part of giving back to the community to have the nesting sites built and erected there. Anadarko has also erected eight nesting boxes at Arkalon Lake at Liberal. The boxes at Liberal are numbered for a study of the ducks.
Tracy Gutierrez and Russell Jays stand beside the finished Wood Duck Nesting box at Russell Lake. The nest is one of two to be erected by Anadarko as part of Anadarko’s Safety and Environmental Excellence Program.
Remembering
125 years of the Hermes
Don Beesley, Agent
Office: 620-544-8068 Cell: 620-544-6888 Equal Opportunity Provider
From the June 23, 1922, issue of The Hugoton Hermes Farmers are again confronted with the harvest problem. Indications are that wheat will not be worth more than 80 or 90 cents when the new crop is placed on the market. In fact report has it that wheat is only bringing 85 cents per bushel at Pratt now. Harvest hands are demanding $4 per day in places. Here we are told $3 will be top. At these prices the wheat will pay the farmers only a small wage for his work and nothing in the way of profit. This should not be. A farmer should devise some means of making a profit on his labor as well as is made on other lines of business. Hugoton Markets as of June 23,1922 Wheat ............................$1.00 Corn ...............................$ .48 Kaffir .............................$1.00 Milo ...............................$1.12 Hogs ..............................$8.50 Still a Democrat Last week, for the first time in our lives we tried to steal a democrat and of course we couldn’t get away with it. While at the court house the first of the week Mrs. Combs remarked that we should place her announcement in the paper, for the nomination to the office of county Superintendent. She didn’t say anything about party
and we didn’t ask her. She thought we knew her politics and we supposed we did. But we didn’t. Mrs. Combs has been a good superintendent and we think she ought to be a republican but she says there is nothing stirring so we will have to change her announcement. The little incident we know will not hurt her and if she remains a democrat the balance of her life she will have to admit of being a republican for just one week, if only in name. From the June 23, 1922, issue of The Hugoton Hermes.
From the June 16, 1922, issue of The Hugoton Hermes An interesting side-light on business conditions in general, and particulartly in the automotive field, is found in the figures shown by the International Harvester Company of America on the sale and delivery of International Motor Trucks this year. Up to April first, a total of 1,651 car loads of International Motor Trucks have been shipped from the truck factories at Akron and Springfield, Oh., to be delivered to purchasers. Of the total, 892 carloads were shipped west of the Mississippi River and 759 car loads were for delivery east of the River. These carloads would make a single train 14 miles long or 33 average trainloads of 50 freight cars each. The freight charges alone approximate $247,000. In giving out these figures the Sales Department indicated that the satisfactory growth in truck business was partly due, at least, to the free inspection service which has been in force at the 93 company branch houses for over two years.
Backyard Paradise The Hugoton Hermes
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Most popular baby names are listed
Cheryl Cox shows the beautiful swimming pool that she has in her backyard. She has flowers in pots around the pool to showcase the glistening water. Cheryl comments that her entire
family has enjoyed the pool over the years. Contact the Hugoton Hermes if you know someone else who has a Backyard Paradise.
Consumer Corner Contributed by Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt DON’T GET SCAMMED BY SUMMER TRAVEL PLANS With Memorial Day behind
Janice Porter has filed for Stevens County Commissioner for District 3. Janice, a lifelong Stevens County resident, has worked at various places over the years including over 20 years in the Stevens County Appraisers Office. These jobs have in turn given and added to Janice’s knowledge in the fields of real estate, mapping and the oil and gas field.
us, summer travel season is in full swing. Unfortunately, that means scammers will also be looking to take advantage of your travel plans to make a quick buck. Whether your travel plans include an exotic excursion or a weekend getaway to one of Kansas’ many local attractions, it’s important to be on alert for potential scams. Travel deals Scammers often target vacationers with faxes, emails or phone calls offering an incredible price for what sounds like a dream vacation. Or they offer a “free” vacation if you join a travel club or attend a promotional seminar for their timeshare. As with all offers that sound too good to be true, it’s important to read the fine print. In many cases, travelers arrive at their destination to discover the accommodations aren’t quite what they were promised. Vacation-goers may also be hit with hidden fees or extra charges like bed
Weather Watch Tuesday, June 5
Saturday, June 9
Low - 63˚ High - 89˚ Wind speed - 32 Wind gust - 38
Low - 63˚ High - 99˚ Wind speed - 29 Wind gust - 38
Wednesday, June 6
Sunday, June 10
Low - 64˚ High - 86˚ Wind speed - 25 Wind gust - 30
Low - 63˚ High - 86˚ Wind speed - 28 Wind gust - 35
Thursday, June 7
Monday, June 11
Low - 62˚ High - 81˚ Wind speed - 24 Wind gust - 30
Low - 54˚ High - 87˚ Wind speed - 23 Wind gust - 29
Friday, June 8 Low - 61˚ High - 85˚ Wind speed - 26 Wind gust - 31
Wind speed is shown in MPH. Weather data is taken from the Aviation Weather System at the Hugoton Municipal Airport.
PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, June 14, 2012) 1t Notice of Budget Hearing for SOUTHWEST KANSAS GROUNDWATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT NO. 3 From the Board of Directors of SOUTHWEST KANSAS GROUNDWATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT NO. 3 TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: Take notice that pursuant to K.S.A. 82a-1030 (b), the Board of Directors of the Southwest Kansas Groundwater Management District No. 3 has called a hearing for the purpose of submitting the proposed budget for
the ensuing year to the eligible voters of the District. The meeting shall be held on the 11th of July, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. in the office of the Groundwater Management District which is located at 2009 E Spruce St, Garden City, Finney County, Kansas. Take notice and govern yourselves accordingly. BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF SOUTHWEST KANSAS GROUNDWATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT NO. 3 By Kent Dunn, President ATTEST: Meghan Houtsma Secretary
Benefit Dinner for Pedro Sanchez PLEASE COME FOR LUNCH AND HELP THIS YOUNG FATHER AND FAMILY Pulled Pork, Cheesy Potatoes, Green Beans, Salad, Dinner Rolls and Dessert
June 17, 2012 Serving from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Memorial Hall at Stevens County Courthouse If you are unable to attend the dinner but would like to make a tax deductible donation, please make check payable to Pheasant Heaven Charities (P.H.C.I.) with Pedro Sanchez in memo line and take it to the First National Bank in Hugoton.
fees, meal fees, or even fees for sheets and towels. Offers that seem too good to be true almost always are. Instead of being pressured by sales representatives or promised deals and discounts, it is better for you to initiate the transaction. Do careful research. Many online travel sites offer ways to compare prices and travel options. You can also work with a local, trusted travel agent. Read the fine print Before purchasing a vacation package, study the agreement carefully. Make sure you clearly understand all charges and fees. Also, be sure to check refund policies on airfare and hotel rooms, in case you have to cancel. You should also consider using a credit card to pay for the purchase. In many cases, credit card companies offer fraud protections and you maintain the ability to dispute any charges you did not agree to. Many credit card companies also include travel and rental car insurance in your credit card agreement. Check with your credit card company to see if these options are currently available to you. Beware of timeshares Timeshares offer vacationers the opportunity to use a vacation property for a limited amount of time each year. While these may sound like great deals, our office often hears complaints from consumers who have been hit by hidden charges in their timeshare agreements. Be thorough in your research prior to purchasing a timeshare so you understand the true cost of ownership. In addition to the purchase price, timeshare owners are usually required to pay annual maintenance fees, which can go up each year. Improvements to the timeshare property can also result in additional costs. If you decide to sell your timeshare, the company may charge you recurring listing fees. If you think you’ve been the victim of a scam, please contact our office at 1-800432-2310 or online at www.ag.ks.gov. Remember, having a memorable, relaxing experience with your family doesn’t have to take you far from home. There are many great places to visit right here in Kansas. Go to www.travelks.com to learn more about the great attractions within a short drive from home. Have a safe and enjoyable summer!
Jacob and Sophia are America’s most popular baby names for 2011. This is the thirteenth year in a row Jacob tops the list for boys and the first year for Sophia, who knocks Isabella to number two after a two-year stint at the top of the list for girls. There is only one new name in the top ten on either list this year. Mason rocketed to number two from outside of the top ten to replace Anthony on the boys’ side. For all the top baby names of 2011, go to Social Security’s website www.socialsecurity.gov. Here are the top ten boys and girls names for 2011: Boys Girls 1. Jacob Sophia 2. Mason Isabella 3. William Emma 4. Jayden Olivia 5. Noah Ava 6. Michael Emily 7. Ethan Abigail 8. Alexander Madison 9. Aiden Mia 10. Daniel Chloe While having fun with baby names on www.socialsecurity.gov, don’t forget your own mom. Social Security’s website has the top-rated online services in the U.S., including Extra Help to pay Medicare prescription drug costs. Help your mom or someone you care about by taking them to www.socialsecurity.gov to apply for retirement, disability, Medicare, and this year, for the first time, you can help someone obtain a benefit estimate using the online Social Security Statement. Mason, a relatively popular name since the 1990s, had never cracked the top 25 until 2010, when it hit number 12. Some may attribute this year’s rise to number two to reality TV star Kourtney Kardashian’s son. We note, moreover, that Mason has been a regular topfive name in Wisconsin for many years, undoubtedly a tribute to strong-legged Green
Bay Packer kicker Mason Crosby. Many pop-culture naming trends appear in a popular feature of Social Security’s baby names website--the “Change in Name Popularity” page. This year’s winners for biggest jump in popularity in the Top 500 are Brantley and Briella. The fastest riser on the girls’ list may come from Briella Calafiore, the blonde reality star hairdresser from cable TV’s “Jerseylicious” and its spinoff, “Glam Fairy.” For the boys, there could be some controversy over Brantley – depending on whether you are a fan of college football or country music. Arguments could be made that the popularity of the name comes from John Brantley, the quarterback for perennial powerhouse The University of Florida, or from Brantley Gilbert, the singer with the number one country hit “Country Must Be Country Wide.” If you like both football and country music, you’re a winner either way! The second fastest riser on the boys’ list is Iker. There may be some international influence here—Iker Casillas Fernandez is the well-known goalkeeper for both Real Madrid and the Spanish National Team. In 2010, Iker led Spain to a World Cup championship, just in time to influence the 2011 baby names list. On the girls’ side, Angelique is the second biggest climber, but she may have gotten there with some magic. Angelique is the character name of a witch from the cult favorite “Dark Shadows.” She worked her witchcraft just in time for the blockbuster Hollywood remake of the 1960s TV show. We are pleased to report there has been an Elvis sighting! Social Security Commissioner Michael J. Astrue is happy to announce that Elvis is back where he belongs, in the top 1,000. “Last year I was all shook up when Elvis
dropped way down below the top 1,000, but Elvis is back into the promised land of the top 1,000, and that’s all right.” Elvis has been spotted at number 904 on the list. Social Security started compiling baby name lists in 1997, and the agency’s website offers lists of baby names for each year since 1880. Social Security is America’s source for most popular baby names because parents supply this information to the agency when applying for a child’s Social Security number at the time of the child’s birth.
Larissa Arnold
Larissa Arnold receives degree At Iowa State University's spring commencement ceremonies, 3,722 students received degrees. Among the students is Larissa F. Arnold of Hugoton. She received a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. Iowa State awarded 3,009 undergraduate degrees, 412 master's degrees, 144 veterinary medicine degrees and 157 doctor of philosophy degrees. Of the students receiving bachelor's degrees, 851 graduated "With Distinction" (cum laude, magna cum laude or summa cum laude). Nine students graduated as members of the Honors Program.
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MOSCOW NEWS by Melissa Moore
Sports by Breck Roop
The Methodist Church Vacation Bible School continues this week. The High School Cheerleaders are at cheer camp in Kansas City.
Kindergarten summer school continues, as well as the school breakfast and lunch program. The Senior Class is on their trip to Florida this week.
Zane May named to Dean’s Honor Roll at PCCC Pratt County Community College has released its list of students on the honor rolls for the spring semester. Named to the 2012 Dean’s Honor Roll is Zane May, a 2011 graduate of Moscow
High School. To be eligible for the Dean’s Honor Roll, the student must be full-time, taking at least 12 credit hours, and have a GPA between 3.5 and 3.9.
Granillo selected for All Star Football The twenty-seventh Annual Kansas 8-Man All Star Football games were played in Beloit Saturday, June 9. The Division II game was at Trojan Field on North Hersey Avenue. Pregame began with an introduction of the players. Osvaldo Adrian Granillo of Moscow was selected to play on the West squad. He is a 2012 graduate of Moscow High School. His football statistics and accomplishments include 2,177 rushing yards and 677 receiving yards in 2011, Moscow was sub-state runner up in 2008, regional champions, bi-district champions and district champions. Honors and accomplish-
ments in other sports include: 2010 State Track 4x400 champ, 4x800 champ, fourth in 100m dash; 2010, 2011 All Area Track; All League Track/Football/Basketball. 2011: State Track 4x champ, 100m dash champ, 200m dash champ, 4x400 champ, 4x800 champ; 2011 USA Track & Field National Qualifier. In 2011 Osvaldo was selected the All Area Track Athlete of the Year and in 2011 All State Defensive back. Osvaldo is a member of youth group at church and enjoys riding motorcycles and going out with friends. Activities and honors include Class Leadership, Stuco and Honor Roll. His parents are Rafael and
Alma Granillo and he plans to run track in college and major in Computer Information Systems.
At right Osvaldo Granillo poses in his jersey from the 8Man All Star Football games played in Beloit June 9. Below he makes a run for the end zone.
Memorial service planned for Peggy Merwin A memorial service to celebrate the life of Peggy Merwin is planned for 10:00 a.m. Friday, June 22, 2012 at the
Moscow United Methodist Church at 304 Main in Moscow. A luncheon will follow.
Moscow's 11 and 12 year old Cal Ripken team played in Moscow Monday night. They lost to the Orioles in eight innings, 8-6. Pictured are Jalen Shaddix (pitcher) Jace Cross (short stop) and Gaby Granillo (center field).
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A group of Kindergarten students play a math game during summer school. Cale Enns, Kaitlyn Howe, Kenia Gonzalez and Angel Martinez.
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The high school girl's basketball team played in the Sublette league this past weekend. They won all three of their games. Pictured here are Kelsi Mueller, Cruz Montoya, Kendra Haines, Maria Cecenas and Kaitlyn Dobie. Also participating this weekend were Briannah Davidson, Paloma Moran and Mandee Saucedo. They are coached by Shawn Anderson and Scott Mueller.
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(First published in the Hugoton Her3t mes, Thursday, May 31, 2012) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF NORA SWAFFORD, DECEASED Case No. 2011 PR 12 NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR FINAL SETTLEMENT Chapter 59
THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed on May 24, 2012 in the above Court by Todd L. Swafford, executor of the will and estate of Nora Swafford, deceased, praying for final settlement of the estate; approval of his acts, proceedings and accounts as executor, allowance for executor's expense, attorney's fees and expenses, and for payment of court costs; and
also praying that the Court determine the heirs of the decedent and distributing and assigning to such heirs all Kansas property, or interests therein, owned by the decedent at the time of her death, and all personal property remaining in the estate. You are hereby required to file your written defenses thereto on or before the 22nd day of June 2012, at 9:30 a.m. of said day, in the district courtroom at the county courthouse, in the City of Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition. Todd L. Swafford. Executor Petitioner Kramer, Nordling & Nordling, LLC Attorneys At Law 209 East Sixth Street Hugoton, Kansas 67951 Phone: (620) 544-4333 Fax: (620) 544-2230
PUBLIC NOTICE
(First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, June 14, 2012) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF R. ELIZABETH ERTZ, a/k/a BETTY ERTZ (K.S.A. Chapter 59) Case No. 12 P 17 NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION TO ADMIT FOREIGN WILL TO PROBATE AND RECORD AND FOR CONSTRUCTION OF WILL THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that Victoria Casebolt, personal representative of the will and estate of R. Elizabeth Ertz, also known as Betty Ertz, deceased, has filed a petition in the above Court, together with an authenticated copy of the Last Will and Testament of R. Elizabeth Ertz, deceased, dated June 16, 2010, and the proceedings admitting the same to probate in the Circuit Court of the State of Oregon for Wasco County, Probate Department. The Petition alleges. among other things, that the decedent was the owner at the time of her death of certain real estate situated in Stevens County, Kansas, as more fully described in the Petition filed in this proceeding. Petitioner prays the Court for an order admitting the authenticated copy of the decedent's will and the proceedings had in Circuit Court of
the State of Oregon for Wasco County, Probate Department to probate and record in the District Court of Stevens County, Kansas; for construction of will and of a certain Assignment dated July 16, 1969; for an order determining and adjudging that administration of the estate within the State of Kansas is unnecessary and should not be required; that the real estate referred to in the Petition to Admit Foreign Probated Will to Probate and Record and for Construction of Will, and all other real estate or interests therein, including mineral interests, and all personal property, or interests therein, owned by the decedent, R. Elizabeth Ertz, within the State of Kansas at the time of her death, be assigned to the persons entitled thereto, pursuant to the terms of the decedent's will, and for further relief. You are required to file your written defenses to the Petition on or before July 6, 2012, at 9:30 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. Victoria Casebolt Petitioner KRAMER, NORDLING & NORDLING. LLC 209 East Sixth Street Hugoton, Kansas 67951 Telephone: (620) 544-4333 Attorneys for Petitioner
Gift ideas for the “techie” dad Guys love gadgets. Be it the newest smartphone or the latest model television, men revel in staying up-to-date on the latest gadgets and gizmos to hit the market. While many popular gadgets are geared toward entertainment, some are aimed at making life safer for consumers. Such is the case with the following gadgets and innovations, each of which makes the roadways safer for drivers and their passengers. * Blind spot detectors: Blind spot detectors and intervention systems use radar or image detectors on side mirrors to determine if an object is in the car's blind spots. Intervention systems are connected to the braking system of the car. The systems pull the vehicle back to safety should the driver attempt to change lanes into potential danger. While this technology has the potential to prevent accidents, sometimes the detectors offer false positive warnings, picking up oncoming traffic, parked cars and even trees. * Back-up cameras: In an era of monster-sized vans and trucks, some drivers have difficulty gauging the length of the vehicle with respect to items behind it. Also, taller vehicles may have obstructed vision in the back by the rear bumper, which can be a safety hazard should a child or object be in the path of the auto. The camera can provide an image of what's behind the vehicle to better assess whether it's safe to go in reverse. A beeping sound or other signal also may alert to a potential obstruction. * Lane departure warning: This mechanism is designed to warn a driver when a vehicle begins to move out of its lane, unless a turn signal is activated to alert to the lane change. These systems use a camera or another tracking device to pick up on the visual lines on a roadway, accommodating for turns. Some will signal with an audible sound, visual notification or a vibration of the steering wheel if the driver is veering into another lane. Other systems will work in concert with the steering to keep the car in its lane. * Night-vision technology: Individuals who do a good portion of driving at night may want to consider night-vision options on a vehicle. This is a system that increases the driver's perception and seeing distance in darkness or poor weather beyond the scope of headlights. Many systems rely on the driver looking at a screen that portrays a video image, which some assert is a danger in itself because it takes one's eyes off of the road.
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Jordan has been fishing again Anglers need to head to the grasslands before all the fish are gone. Top ranked fisherman, Jordan Schwindt, has been on the banks pulling in more meal time delicacies. Since last year’s fire, fishing has been limited, but now that the grasslands are back open, Jordan is spending his quality time with his pole and bait pail. At the rate he’s pulling the fish out of the ponds, sportsmen
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may come up short. Grab those poles and head for the ponds; enjoy the fresh fish on the dinner table. If Jordan had been able to catch these fish during the fishing derby, he would have won first place. The largest fish there was three and a quarter pounds, and Jordan’s largest fish was four and a half pounds and 16 -14 inches long!
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Rylan Williams and Jaxon Schwindt are thrilled to be able to take pictures with Lightning McQueen.
The Rolla ballpark has a menu change for this week. This Thursday, June 14, brisket sandwich will be
were snapped with all the cars that were traveling. They were traveling to Los Angeles to participate in the the Gumball Rally 3000 that was May 31. The cars started out in New York. Their home garage is in Belguim. Jaxon and Rylan were so excited to be able to see these cars.
served and Tuesday, June 19, enchiladas will be the special for the day.
For Fast Dependable Service Call Rolla and Richfield residents enjoy watching the many activities during Grasslands Heritage Festival. The rope making table is just one of the interesting activities available.
11:30 p.m. There is a charge for all the activities. Children not enrolled in school are free. The wristband, showing admittance to all activities includes supper, swimming, movie and popcorn, family fun games, and more. Supper includes brisket sandwiches, hot dogs, potato salad, baked beans, and more! Rolla Hope is raffling an iPad. Tickets may be purchased from any Rolla Hope member. For more information contact Arleen Clinesmith, Cassie Thrall, or visit the Facebook page at Rolla Hope.
day, and Sunday from 7-9. Water Aerobics are free and lots of fun. Join the group Monday, Wednesday, and Friday evenings from 6-7 p.m. Swimming lessons are being taught. For more information call the swimming pool at 593-4349.
The apple press is working hard to keep up with the demand at the Grasslands Heritage Festival last week.
Grasslands Heritage Festival activities enjoyed by many Rolla and Richfield residents enjoyed many activities at the Grasslands Heritage Festival last week. Students from ARGH! traveled to the historical society for the annual children’s day activities. Homemade ice cream, fresh pressed apple juice, rope making, horseshoe bending, and crafts were among the many activities the students took part in. A lunch was served, and a marvelous day with great weather was delivered by Mother Nature. Delicious meals and tours
of the grasslands took place throughout the week. Saturday night, people were treated to an amazing performance by the Quebe Sisters. Fiddles, guitar, and bass released wonderful country tunes enhanced by outstanding three part harmony. Prizes were awarded at the end of the evening. Fred Claassen brought his granddaughters and will now be able to play Barbies with Tyne, whose lucky ticket was drawn.
2010 statistics are summarized The Kansas Department of Health and Environment’s (KDHE) Bureau of Epidemiology and Public Health Informatics (BEPHI) has issued the 2010 Selected Statistics, Stillbirths and Infant Deaths Report summarizing vital records data on stillbirths and infant deaths. The purpose of this report is to move beyond single-year statistics reported in the Annual Summary of Vital Statistics and provide a more long term view of stillbirth and infant mortality data and statistics. In an attempt to increase data stability, the intervals include 5 years, 20 years or approximately 100 years. Findings in the 2010 report include the following: • In the last century, the Kansas infant mortality rate (IMR) has decreased dramatically (91.4%) from 2,795 infant deaths in 1912 to 253 infant deaths in 2010.
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Swimming pool is finally open Finally, the swimming pool in Rolla is open and it is worth the wait. The leaks have been stopped and the filter is working to full capacity. The hours for summer swimming are Monday through Friday, 1-6, and Sunday, 2-6. Night swimming will be Tuesday, Thurs-
at Rolla; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 20 Library Teens; 12:30 2:00 p.m. Thursday, June 21 Toddler Time; 10:00 10:30 a.m. Summer Reading; 1:00 2:00 p.m. June 25 - June 29 Rolla Recreation Swimmong Lessons Tuesday, June 26 Story Hour; 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Summer Reading; 1:00 2:00 p.m.
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Park Day plans are in place Plan for a great time at Rolla Park Day, sponsored by Rolla Recreation and Rolla Hope Foundation. Beginning at 4:00 p.m. is an all-age town team softball tournament. Boys and girls of all ages will be divided into teams and play will begin with the youngest players first, followed by junior high, high school, and adults. There are no restrictions or charges to play in the tournament. Two good legs and a pulse are helpful. If you choose not to play, but believe you will be a great coach, show up and help out. The Park Day fun starts at 6:00 p.m. and will run until
Thursday, June 14 FLAG DAY Toddler Time; 10:00 10:30 a.m. Summer Reading; 1:00 2:00 p.m. Sunday, June 17 FATHER’S DAY June 18 - June 22 Rolla Recreation Swimming Lessons Tuesday, June 19 Story Hour; 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Summer Reading; 1:00 2:00 p.m. June 20 - June 21 Junior High Cheer Camp
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Lightning McQueen stops in at Rolla
Ballpark menu is changed
• Even when considering the last 20 years (1991-2010), the overall trend in infant mortality rates/1,000 live births has decreased significantly from 9.0 in 1991 to 6.3 in 2010. • Analysis of the underlying cause of death by (20062010) shows that prematurity or low birth weight is the leading cause of death among Black non-Hispanic infants and congenital anomalies is the leading cause of death among White non-Hispanic and Hispanic infants. Analysis of the linked birth/death file (2006-2010) shows that prematurity (less than 37 weeks gestation) was a primary risk factor in 62 percent of all infant deaths even when the underlying cause of death was not prematurity or low birth weight. Prematurity is an important risk factor for the Black non-Hispanic population
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Jordan Schwindt shows off his recent catch at the grasslands ponds. The fish is four and a half pounds.
Jaxon Schwindt and Rylan Williams were thrilled to be able to take pictures with Lightning McQueen when he stopped in Rolla for a pit stop at the Corner Stop. Lightning McQueen is one of the stars of the Disney Pixar Cars movie. He posed with Rylan and Jaxon while pictures
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(72.0% of infant deaths), Hispanic population (65.6%), and the White non-Hispanic population (59.1%). • The counties with the highest number of infant deaths (2006-2010) included Sedgwick County (317 or 21.5%), Johnson County (227 or 15.4%), Wyandotte County (121 or 8.2%) and Shawnee County (106 or 7.2%). These four counties accounted for 52.4 percent of the infant deaths. • Several zip codes had enough deaths to allow analysis for 2006-2010. The zip-codes with the highest infant mortality rates/1,000 live births included 66720 (Neosho County, 16.2), 66605 (Shawnee County, 13.8), 67218 (Sedgwick County, 13.5), 67156 (Cowley County, 13.1), and 67037 (Sedgwick County, 11.1). • The zip-codes with the lowest infant mortality rates per
1,000 live births were 67212 (Sedgwick County, 3.6), 66062 (Johnson County, 5.2), 66061 (Johnson County, 5.3), 67846 (Finney County, 5.6), and 66030 (Johnson County, 5.9). KDHE’s Division of Public Health monitors infant mortality and supports programs that promote access to health services for mothers and infants. BEPHI calculates the official state infant mortality rate as part of its ongoing mission to provide data and information to program managers, policy maker, health providers and the public. The new report that summarizes vital records data on still births and infant deaths can be found at http://www.kdheks.gov/phi /index.htm. Persons inquiring about additional data please call Greg Crawford at 785-296-1531 or email at gcrawfrod@kdehks.gov.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
(First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, May 31, 2012) 3t REQUESTS FOR BIDS / INVITATION FOR BIDS Stevens County, Kansas Hugoton Municipal Airport AIP Project No.: 3-20-0031-08 Sealed bid will be received until 11:00 a.m. on June 20, 2012 and then publicly opened and read aloud at the County Clerk’s Office, 200 E. 6th Street, Hugoton, Kansas 67951 for furnishing all labor, materials and equipment and performing all work necessary on: Aircraft Parking Apron Replacement
Copies of the bid documents including project drawings and technical specifications are on file and may be inspected at: Kirkham Michael, 217 North Douglas, Ellsworth, Kansas 67439 Hugoton Municipal Airport, Hugoton, Kansas 67951 A complete set of bid documents may be obtained from Kirkham Michael at the above address for a fee of $70.00, none of which will be refunded. Questions regarding bids shall be directed to Kirkham Michael at the above address in writing no later than 7 calendar days prior to the bid opening. Each proposal must be accompanied by a bid guaranty in the amount of five (5) percent of the total amount of the bid. The bid guaranty may be by certified check or bid bond made payable to Stevens County, Kansas. Bids may be held by Stevens County for a period not to exceed one hundred twenty (120) days from the date of the bid opening for the purpose of evaluating bids prior to award of contract. The right is reserved, as Stevens
County may require, to reject any and all bids and to waive any informality in the bids received. This project is subject to the requirements of the Davis-Bacon Act, as amended. The Contractor is required to comply with wage and labor provisions and to pay minimum wages in accordance with the schedule of wage rates established by the United States Department of Labor. This project is subject to the requirements of 49 CFR Part 26 Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Participation. The owner has established a contract goal of 3.24 percent participation for small business concerns owned and controlled by qualified disadvantaged business enterprises (DBE). The bidder shall make and document good faith efforts, as defined in Appendix A of 49 CFR Part 26, to meet the established goal. Award of contract is also subject to the following Federal provisions: •Executive Order 11246 and DOL Regulation 41 CFR PART 60 - Affirmative Action to Ensure Equal Employment Opportunity •DOL Regulation 29 CFR Part 5 – Davis Bacon Act •DOT Regulation 49 CFR PART 29 - Governmentwide Debarment and Suspension and Governmentwide Requirements for Drug-free Workplace •DOT Regulation 49 CFR PART 30 - Denial of Public Works Contracts to Suppliers of Goods and Services of Countries that Deny Contracts to Suppliers of Goods and Services of Countries that Deny Procurement Market Access to U.S. Contractors (Foreign Trade Restriction). •TITLE 49 United States Code, CHAPTER 501 – Buy American Preferences
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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.
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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 HUTTON CONSTRUCTION Now hiring qualified Carpenters, Laborers and Concrete Workers. Drug screen and physical required. Valid driver’s license required. Competitive wage and benefit package. Apply at 1507 E. Fulton Terr. Garden City (2c24) EOE
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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. (3c23)
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.
8 Officers Needed Officers $9-$11 per hour Lead Officers $11-$13 per hour
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MORTON COUNTY HEALTH SYSTEM CERTIFIED NURSE AIDES
We are looking for individuals that are highly motivated, with great organizational and communication skills and are a certified nurse aide and/or certified medication aides. We have multiple positions available in the Care Center, Special Care Unit and Assisted Living. As part of our team, you will enjoy a competitive salary with an excellent benefit program in a progressive and challenging environment. To obtain more information on this and other excellent job opportunities, contact:
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CURRENT OPENINGS AT STEVENS COUNTY HOSPITAL, MEDICAL CLINIC AND PIONEER MANOR NURSING HOME
Stevens County Healthcare is searching for a Full-time Human Resources Assistant to work Monday through Friday 8am-5pm. This position requires taking responsibility for employee benefits, new employee orientation, filing, posting job vacancies, clerical duties, along with many other tasks. A respect of Confidentiality is a must with this position. Interested candidates may pick up applications from the information Desk located by the Gift Shop in the Hospital. (3c23) Stevens County Healthcare is searching for a Part-time Housekeeper. This position does include working some weekends and taking call. We offer an excellent benefits package. Please contact Robyn Medina in Human Resources for any questions 620-544-8511. Applications may be picked up at the Information Desk located by the Gift Shop in the Hospital. (3c23) 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 miles or more outside of Stevens County. (4c10)
Please contact Robyn Medina in Human Resources for an application 620-544-8511
In the Classifieds the Good Stuff Goes Fast Shoppers hungry for bargains head straight for the Classifieds. Track down deals on everything from altoids to zippos.
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NIGHT WATCHMAN WANTED Night watchman wanted at Centerfire Feedyard. Must provide at least three personal references and work history that can be checked. Duties include unloading cattle, penning cattle, and completing paperwork from truck drivers. You will check bunks several times a night, check feed mill and water systems. Centerfire Feedyard provides excellent wages and benefits. Call 620-356-2010 to set up an interview. (2c24)
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The City of Moscow is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Welco Services, Inc. Experienced Administrative Assistant for our construction site in Hugoton, Kansas Successful candidate should possess the following proficiencies: • • • • • • • •
Efficient in Excel, Word, Outlook, Internet websites Basic understanding of grammar, math, customer service Proficient at using office equipment Self-starter able to fulfill duties with minimum instruction. Process/prepare incoming/outgoing Mail/Packaging Must possess valid driver’s license Detail oriented, reliable and able to multi-task Good at prioritizing tasks to insure multiple deadlines are met • Independent judgment and keen decision-making skills • Experience in construction environment a plus • Prefer bilingual Supporting the construction site team, the Administrative Assistant will: Enter daily time from website and submit to home office Manage and maintain administrative records and files Admin support for Superintendent, Safety, and Quality Managers Communicate information to and work with staff at home office Pay based on experience. EOE If interested, and qualified, please send resume to Susan Griffin: E-mail: susang@welcoservices.com Fax: 620-241-3910 Mail: Welco Services, Inc. 1426 13th Ave McPherson, KS 67460 (2c24)
GARAGE SALES GARAGE SALE / MOVING SALE: Lots of Stuff! Friday, June 15 - 7am to 5pm & Saturday, June 16 - 7am to 2-pm @113 Van Buren. --------------YARD SALE: @607 Cemetery Road, Friday, June 15 at 2pm & Saturday, June 16 - 8am to 12 Noon. Some Furniture and Lots of Kids Stuff. --------------GARAGE SALE: Friday, June 15 at 5pm and Saturday, June 16 at 7am to 12 Noon @308 Jefferson. Video Games, Clothes for Women and Baby Clothes, Vibrating Seat for Baby, Toys, Dresses for Women & TV. --------------GARAGE SALE: Friday, June 15 - 5pm to 8pm & Saturday, June 16 - 8am to 3pm. @1202 S Main. Misc Household, Furniture & TVs. --------------GARAGE SALE: @507 NE Ave, Saturday, June 16 - 7am to 12:30. Everything Goes!! TVs, Area Rug, Luggage, Lots of Kitchen and Household Items, 3XL Men’s, Women’s, Baby and Toddler Clothing. Lots of Miscellaneous. --------------GARAGE SALE: Friday, June 15 - 6pm to 8pm & Saturday, June 16 - 8am to 10am. Lots of Junior Size Girls Clothes, Decorative Stuff, Household Items & Lots of Misc Items. @906 S Washington. --------------ESTATE SALE: Saturday, June 16, 8am to 1pm ?? 600 Jefferson in shed in back yard. Household Items, Dishes, Bedding, Collectables, Furniture, Freezer, Refrigerator, Holiday Items & Lots of Misc Items. ---------------
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FOR SALE FOR SALE: Black Angus Bulls, registered, tested, guarantee, excellent bloodlines, confirmation and performance, discounts. Facebook.com/blackvelvet ranch. Contact Black Velvet Ranch, Aaron Plunkett, Syracuse, Ks. 620-384-1101. (15c16) --------------FOR SALE: 2006 Outlaw 500cc 4-wheeler, $2500; 2008 800 Polaris 4x4, $3500; 2005 Y2125 Yamaha, $2000. Call 544-5223.
VEHICLE FOR SALE: 2008 Chevy Tahoe LT, Z71 Pkg., Black. $25,000, 64,500 miles. call in evening 620-544-7010. (tfc23)
--------------FOR SALE: Lumber & Night Deposit Boxes from former credit union. Call Edna @5442229. (2c24) --------------FOR SALE: AmeriGlide Chairlift. Was installed 3/9/10. $1500 or best offer. Call Sevalan Brollier @5982133. (3c24) --------------FOR SALE: Oak Armoire. 22” deep, 86” tall, 49” wide. Made by Century. Can hold 40” TV. Call 620-544-7227. (1p24)
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--------------FOR SALE: 89 Oldsmobile & Electric Wheelchair. Call 5441796. (1c24)
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Delivery & stacking available Call DJ @ 620-430-1273 Days 620-428-6127 Evenings (tfc)
CAMPER FOR SALE 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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101 S. Madison- $2,500 BUYER INCENTIVE!!! 3 bed/2 bath, central H/A, fence, attached garage. storage shed. Call for details!!!
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1277 Rd W - Country Home with acreage! Brick 5 bed/3 b, fpl, basement, deck, all electric, 69x48 ship. A Must See!!
SUNFLOWER PLAZA 1 bedroom newly decorated apartment for Senior Citizens For Information Call Plaza Office - 544-4011 or Selia Crawford - 544-2182
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SERVICES HOUSE CLEANING SERVICES: If you live in the Hugoton area and need a Housecleaner, Call Maria at 541-1017. (4p24) --------------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 785-625-6942/800-569-5926 and speak with Angie or call 620624-6776/866-546-5004 for Spanish. LINK, now servinf 37 counties in western Kansas. (7p20) ---------------
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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 well as kitchen dining. Large office/craft area & media room.
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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, 1109 S. Madison St. - All you could ever want in shed, 1 car att. and, 2 car det. garage. Great location. To view this must see call Angie today! Agent a home. Home has 8 bedrooms, 4 1/2 bathrooms, 2 Living areas. Basement family room is equipped owned! with cabinets, sink, and cook top. Bathroom downLots in Spikes Addition stairs has a large whirlpool tub. Kitchen and up504 S. Wildcat Ct. 712 E. 5th St. stairs bath recently remodeled. New appliances in kitchen. Back porch remodeled and enclosed and 617 E. 4th nice sitting patio next to porch.
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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.
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WANTED WANTED: Wheat Straw to Bale for local area feeders. Call 620-544-5949. (6c24) ----------------WANT TO PURCHASE: Minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557, Denver, Co. (104p5) 80201. ---------------
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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.
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402 S. Main Street - Commercial Property- over 5,000 sf zoned B-2, 75 x 190 lot, parking. Call for details!
FOR RENT: 40x80’ Metal Building with Office. Call 544-2945. (tfc24)
ROLLA PLAZA APARTMENTS 1 & 2 Bedroom.Rental Assistance Available. For more information call Shelli at 620492-3698 (tfc40)
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.
615 - 623 S. Monroe- Commercial propertyformerly Ann's Port and Motel. Great Business opportunity with ample parking. Call to see this property today!!!
FOR RENT FOR RENT: 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments. Furnished or unfurnished. Bills included, washer and dryer, and cable. Call 544-2232. (tfc) --------------FOR RENT: Office Building on Main Street - 625 Main to review or see Call Edna @544-2229. (2c24) -----------------
515-517 West 6th - Commercial Building and Lot - 40x140 Metal building with land. Call for details!!
522 West 7th - 4 bed/2 b, full basement, cen heat, open parking, corner lot. Call for details!!
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600 S. Jefferson - Ranch style, stone, 3,406 sf, 3+1 bed, 2 b, circle drive, cen H/A, workshop, fence. A MUST SEE!! Call for appointment!
Gas company pays up to 20,000 KW of electric usage per year. 848 Road G. - This all electric 2 story home with 5 bedrooms comes with 6 acres of land and 2 new heating and air conditioning systems. $145,000.00 Additional acreage available. Call today!
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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Wheat is harvested by antique equipment
The smallest combine is a 1938 International Harvester McCormick Deering R - 52 combine with a four foot cut and is being pulled and ran by a 1950 International Harvester McCormick Farmall Super A tractor. In the background awaits the grain truck of around the same year.
The 1954 John Deere Model 25 combine above is pulled by a 1955 John Deere Model 40 row-crop tractor. The antiques have been restored by the Bell family and Henry Smith.
USDA announces results for Conservation Reserve Program general sign-up Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack last month announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture will accept 3.9 million acres offered under the forty - third Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) general sign-up. During the extended five-week signup, the Department received nearly 48,000 offers on more than 4.5 million acres of land, demonstrating the CRP’s continuing leadership as one of our nation’s most successful voluntary efforts to conserve land and improve our soil, water, air and wildlife habitat resources. Under Vilsack’s leadership, USDA has now enrolled nearly 12 million acres in the CRP since 2009. Currently, there are more than 29.6 million acres enrolled on more than 736,000 contracts. “For more than 25 years, lands in CRP have helped to support strong incomes for our farmers and ranchers and produce good middle-class jobs throughout the country related to outdoor recreation, hunting, and fishing,” said Vilsack. “As the commodities produced by our farmers and ranchers continue to perform strongly in the marketplace—supporting one out of every 12 jobs here in the United States—it is no surprise that American producers also recognize the importance of protecting our nation’s most environmentally sensitive land by enrolling in CRP.” Enrollment of the new 3.9 million acres will allow USDA to continue important targeting of
CRP acres through continuous sign-up initiatives—including those announced earlier this year for highly-erodible land, as well as grasslands and wetlands—while also maintaining and enhancing the significant benefits that the program has already achieved. The two continuous sign-ups announced earlier this year will target an additional 1.75 million acres in total. For the first continuous signup program, USDA encourages landowners with land that has an Erosion Index (EI) of 20 or greater to consider participating in the Highly Erodible Land initiative. Lands eligible for this program are typically the least productive land on the farm. In many cases the most cost-effective option to reduce erosion is to put the land into a wildlife friendly cover, which will improve habitat and reduce sediment and nutrient runoff and reduce wind erosion. For the second continuous sign-up program, landowners with sensitive grasslands, wetlands and wildlife habitat are encouraged to participate. The grasslands and wetlands initiative increases acres set aside for specific enrollments that benefit duck nesting habitat, upland birds, wetlands, and wildlife, and provides benefits for specific conservation practices, including new benefits for pollinator practices. CRP is a voluntary program designed to help farmers, ranchers and other agricultural
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producers protect their environmentally sensitive land. Eligible landowners receive annual rental payments and cost-share assistance to establish longterm, resource conserving covers on eligible farmland throughout the duration of ten to 15 year contracts. CRP has a 25-year legacy of successfully protecting the nation's natural resources through voluntary participation, while providing significant economic and environmental benefits to rural communities across the United States. Under CRP, farmers and ranchers plant grasses and trees in crop fields and along streams or rivers. The plantings prevent soil and nutrients from washing into waterways, reduce soil erosion that may otherwise contribute to poor air and water quality, and provide valuable habitat for wildlife. Plant cover established on the acreage accepted into the CRP will reduce nutrient and sediment runoff in our nation’s rivers and streams. In 2011, as a result of CRP, nitrogen and phosphorous losses from farm fields were reduced by 623 million pounds and 124 million pounds respectively. The CRP has restored more than two million acres of wetlands and associated buffers and reduces soil erosion by more than 300 million tons per year. CRP also provides $1.8 billion annually to landowners—dollars that make their way into local economies,
supporting small businesses and creating jobs. In addition, CRP is the largest private lands carbon sequestration program in the country. By placing vulnerable cropland into conservation, CRP sequesters carbon in plants and soil, and reduces both fuel and fertilizer usage. In 2010, CRP resulted in carbon sequestration equal to taking almost ten million cars off the road. USDA selected offers for enrollment based on an Environmental Benefits Index (EBI) comprised of five environmental factors plus cost. The five environmental factors are: (1) wildlife enhancement, (2) water quality, (3) soil erosion, (4) enduring benefits, and (5) air quality. The minimal acceptable EBI level for this sign-up was 209. The average rental rate per acre for this sign-up is $51.24. In 2011, USDA enrolled a record number of acres of private working lands in conservation programs, working with more than 500,000 farmers and ranchers to implement conservation practices that clean the air we breathe, filter the water we drink, and prevent soil erosion. U.S. agriculture is currently experiencing one of its most productive periods in American history thanks to the productivity, resiliency, and resourcefulness of our producers. Submitted by The U.S. Department of Agriculture.
A scene from yesteryear? No - just antique tractors and combines harvesting wheat on the Bell and Smith Farm near Moscow Sunday afternoon. The John Deere set consists of a 1955 John Deere Model 40 row-crop tractor pulling a 1954 John Deere Model 25 combine. This combine uses its own motor to operate, and it has a six foot cut. The Allis-Chalmers early 1950’s model 60 All Crop Harvester combine is pulled and powered by a 1955 Allis-
Chalmers WD-45 tractor. This combine has a five foot cut. The smallest combine is a 1938 International Harvester McCormick Deering R - 52 combine with a four foot cut is being pulled and ran by a 1950 International Harvester McCormick Farmall Super A tractor. The tractors and combines are owned, operated, and have been restored by Craig, Tia and Jacob Bell and Henry Smith, all of Moscow.
This little newborn was spotted west of town hidden by its mother to await her return with explicit instructions to not move no matter what!
Regional oil and gas symposium set for June 19 The Dodge City/Ford County Development Corp. will host a day-long conference June 19 on current and future oil and gas activity in the Mississippian Lime Play (MLP), covering parts of western and south central Kansas. The region was considered tapped out by vertical drilling decades ago, but refinements to a technique called hydraulic fracturing (or “fracking”) has the poten-
tial to significantly increase oil and gas activity in the state. The symposium is meant to bring area communities together impacted by oil and gas activity and hear feedback from experts in the industry. It starts at 8:00 a.m. and runs till 5:00 p.m. 19 at Magouirk June Conference Center, 4100 West Comanche in Dodge City.
Contracting biomass...new profit opportunity for sustained income The Abengoa Bioenergy Biomass of Kansas (ABBK) plant, located in Hugoton will be the first commercial 100% biomass production facility in the United States when it commences operations in late 2013 or early 2014. The biorefinery will utilize Abengoa’s proprietary enzymatic hydrolysis technology to produce per year approximately 25 million gallons of ethanol fuel from plant fiber instead of from the starch of course grains, typically used in traditional ethanol facilities. “The project is expected to convert approximately 350,000 tons per year of agricultural crop residue, including wheat straw and corn stover (stalks and leaves) into about 25 million gallons of ethanol per year using an innovative enzymatic hydrolysis process,” outlines Brad Niehues, biomass field manager for ABBK in Hugoton. “The project maximizes the use of agricultural crop residues that in many cases are not being utilized and more importantly uses feedstock that does not compete with feed grains. Annually, the project is expected to displace over 15.5 million gallons of gasoline, which will avoid over 139,000 tons of carbon dioxide emissions.” Niehues also notes that the plant will utilize the same biomass feedstock to produce 18 megawatts of electricity, adequate to power its own ethanol production operations, helping to make the entire facility even more energy efficient and environmentally friendly. The cellulosic fibers from such ordinary plants as switchgrass, wheat straw, corn stover, milo, chipped hard woods and corncobs will be the fodder that the ABBK facility will use to convert biomass into ethanol fuel. When the biomass refinery comes on stream in approximately two years, it will represent a major technological milestone in commercial scale production of renewable liquid fuel from biomass. However, the process begins with locking down the biomass acres from area farmers. “It is a Department of Energy (DOE) requirement that we contract enough acres to harvest and store approximately 350,000 tons/year,” Niehues outlines. “That is our top priority right now. We start with communicat-
ing with the area farmers and explaining how the contracting program works, showing them the economic benefits of contracting their biomass acres, explaining the harvesting/storage/transportation parameters, showing them how we plan to assist in their nutrient and erosion management plans and addressing their questions and locking in the committed acres before July 1, 2012.” Contracting Area Producers Paramount to Success ABBK management is enthusiastic about the opportunities for the agricultural community in the southwest Kansas and northwest Oklahoma regions. When the plant is up and running, farmers will be able to increase their income-generating potential on a regular, longterm basis. The financial opportunity biomass will provide to farmers won’t be a temporary phenomenon, Niehues points out. “From year to year, they can count on it. It’s the future,” he states, “and crop producers just won’t be involved in replicating existing technology; they’ll actually have an important role in demonstrating the emerging technical advances in the energy sector of the economy.” Niehues adds, “We have tried to make contracting, harvesting and transportation as simple and agronomically-conscience as possible. The producers we have contracted to date are excited about the process and the opportunity for increased income.” “Another key component of the ABBK biomass collecting process,” Niehues adds, “is helping producers develop sustainable residue management programs to enhance future grain yields. “Producers in this region are discovering that with reduced tillage programs comes excess residue. This can cause problems for next year’s crops (poor seed to soil contact and uneven germination, increased disease problems). Our goal is to work with the farmers,” Niehues adds, “and give them extra income potential not only from the sale of the biomass, but also from utilizing a sound residue management program to maintain or enhance future grain yields.” Contracting Outline Essentially, there are three
components to the program. Crop producers will option a set quantity of their crop residue to ABBK in the spring. Later when ABBK exercises the option, it will gather and transport the biomass to the Hugoton plant and reimburse the farmers for the cost of replacing the nutrients in the residue. At the same time, Abengoa along with the NRCS will be keeping a close eye on those soil nutrient values. “Removing the stubble from corn crops,” notes Tom Robb, Ph.D., Manager of Institutional Relations for Abengoa Bioenergy, “depletes more potassium from the soil than just harvesting the grain. However the phosphorus content of cellulosic material is less than that of grain. The major nutrient constituent of biomass materials is Potassium.” Terms: Producers will be asked to contract for at least ten years. Purchase: Producers will grant ABBK the option to purchase biomass grown on the contracted acreage. ABBK will inform the farmer if/when ABBK exercise its purchasing option. Payment: After biomass is harvested from the contracted acreage into appropriate package form, ABBK will pay producers 50% of the total estimated cost of biomass on a dry-tonbasis. When the biomass packages are removed from the fields and officially weighed, ABBK will pay producers the remaining payment. Niehues outlines the key points of the pricing program:
“The nutrient replacement program is just one of the options for payment for the biomass. Payment Option 1 equals cash on a dry ton basis. Payment Option 2 is cash plus portion of the payment tied to the Chicago board of trade price of ethanol. Payment Option 3 is cash plus the nutrient replacement program.” “In one of the pricing options, Niehues outlines, “ABBK will also make N, P, and K nutrients attributable to biomass removal available to producers via an innovative Nutrient Replacement Program. This step assures the producer that whatever is removed from the ground that would have been augmented from their biomass, is completely replaced.” Collection and Storage: ABBK is assuming all costs and responsibilities of harvesting, transporting and storage of all contracted biomass,” outlines Niehues. Biomass will be harvested in accordance with best management practice (BPM) guidelines utilizing the National Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) guidelines to minimize soil erosion. According to Niehues, any producer interested in learning more about the contracting opportunities in association to the new biomass facility needs to contact him directly at bradley.niehues@bioenergy.abe ngoa.com. For more information on the processes and uses of biomass and ethanol, please log on to www.abengoabioenergy.com.
Wranglers learn about gun safety The regular meeting for the Wrangler’s 4-H Club was called to order by acting President Kole Kahl. Secretary Ralynn Sittingdown called roll by asking, “What are your summer plans?” There was a quorum present. The May minutes were read by Ralynn. Next, reports from officers were given. Acting Treasurer Conner Wells gave the treasurer’s report and Carla Kerbow gave the reporter’s report for Dawson. Leader Carla Kerbow reviewed the newsletter and discussed upcoming events. There was
no unfinished business or new business on the agenda. Next Kole announced the program. Conner gave a project talk on guns. He informed the club on how to hold a gun, parts of a gun, and positions to shoot a gun. After Conner’s project talk, Kole read the next month’s program. Next month’s meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 2 at 7:00 p.m. at the 4-H Building. There was a motion to adjourn the meeting. Meeting was adjourned. By Club Reporter Dawson Kerbow.