July 4, 2013

Volume 126, Number 27

Thursday, July 4, 2013

14 Pages, 70 Cents Plus Tax Per Copy

Commissioners talk fire, equipment and streets The Stevens County Board of County Commissioners met in regular session Monday, July 1, 2013 with all members, Dave Bozone, James Bell and Pat Hall present. Also present were County Counselor Robert Johnson, County Clerk Pam Bensel and RoGlenda Coulter from The Hugoton Hermes. The following is just an agenda for the day with a few of the unofficial highlights. Official minutes will be published at a later date.

Commissioners were just finishing talking with the first two agenda schedules - Roger Lynch in regard to the zoning at Moscow and Jack Rowden with the lease papers.

Tom Robb was scheduled to talk about Abengoa at 9:00 and was well into the conversation at 8:40. Another Abengoa representative was also present as were Mayor Billy Bell, Jon Lund and Gregg Morris. Steve Morris joined the group later. When this reporter arrived Billy Bell was expressing his view that he is very concerned with life in general in Moscow. He doesn’t want to see Abengoa go away, the revenue is needed for the whole county. But something has to be done for the safety of people and businesses in Moscow. Robb says they have to figure out firstly if the storage location for Abengoa is too close to town. Tom said they have developed a plan with two principles they have put forth: “Life First and Property Second.” Bob asked if they knew of some time limit. Tom said the head person is out of the country the next two weeks. They might know something by the Commissioners’ meeting Au-

gust 2. The second Abengoa person said he would like to clear up the comment stated in the paper that Tom Robb said bales will be put back in that location and Tom Robb never said that. Tom said he said they may put them back. Both men said they may put a few back but not as many. They are doing a full risk analysis as it is a risk not only for the security but also a risk for their bales their inventory - because there are lots of downsides to that location with the elevator dust, anhydrous ammonia - etc.

Other locations are being considered.

Billy asked about what was going on out there now. Tom said the bales with broken ties cannot be used so they are being sorted out. The good bales are being restacked in a wider configuration. The question came up of arson. Abengoa does not believe it was anything by nature.

But nothing has proven arson. They continued to talk about trains blocking roads. Bills from the fire were discussed.

It was said insurance would be checked on first then Abengoa will work with the insurance.

Next on the agenda was Sheriff Heaton. He brought in a pickup bid. Motion was made and passed to accept the bid Ted brought in. Ted said he was very happy with the new equipment put in the Law Enforcement Center. He is continuing to work on the school officer situation.

The commissioners discussed the furniture matter. Motion was made to keep all the furniture. It was tabled to move Continued to page 3

The above scene occurred when a car hauler’s gas tank exploded due to a collision with a pickup. It is believed the Chevrolet Silverado, pictured at right, didn’t see the approaching truck near Dirtona Raceway and collided with the semi, hitting the gas tank. Ashley Santiago, who observed the wreck from her site at Eagle RV, reports the victim was a member of Hugoton’s Abeinsa EPC safety personnel. Ashley’s husband, Carlos Santiago, is a Veteran and was the first to respond to the scene, along with John Bliss and Rebecca Porch. Hugoton’s Fire Department was quick to respond to the accident; however, the driver of the pickup was unresponsive. Photos and report courtesy of Ashley Santiago.

This is the scene Thursday from the west looking toward town! Honestly, Hugoton is really there but is completely obliterated by the dirt storm that blew in. Winds of 72 miles per hour

were reported. Some damage occurred across the area. For one, a horse barn with iron skids was lifted from its foundation, turned and moved a few feet away - with the horses inside.

Pick up your entry forms for Sorghum Queen women of Young Stevens County: it is time to begin the sign up for this year’s Sorghum Queen Contest!

This year’s Sorghum Queen and her attendants will be presented with many prizes from local merRelay for Life participants gather for the opening ceremonies Friday evening, June 28. The event hosted many survivors, as well as their caregivers, family and friends.

Stevens County Relay for Life has raised thousands of dollars due to their fundraising efforts this year.

Burglaries plague Moscow Sheriff Heaton would like the citizens of Stevens County to take a little extra time to be sure their vehicles are locked and to be aware of the location of your keys. Several of the following theft reports were taken due to vehicles being unlocked in Hugoton. Also, be aware of the phone/mail scams preva-

lent in the country at this time. If you have any questions about a call you receive or mail stating you have won something and it appears too good to be true, give the Stevens County Sheriff’s Department at call at 620-5444386.

January 25, 2013, Brent Betsworth with

Hugoton Municipal Golf Course reported a burglary and theft of their maintenance shed located at 958 Highway 56. February 15, 2013, Wesley Randles reported an attempted burglary at the Robert Fox shed located at 304 Ransom Street. February 20, 2013, Jon Lund Continued to page 3

Whew! It was boiling outside during the past week! This 111º is the highest temperature seen by Hermes staff.

Fortunately for Independence Day festivities, the weather has cooled off quite a bit.

chants.

Entry forms can be picked up beginning July 5 at 1013 S. Polk. They will be on the door and are to be returned no later than July 22.

Contestants can pick up an entry form and a profile sheet, obtain their sponsor, then return the form and profile sheet to the same address. Points will be given for early return.

This year the Sorghum Queen Contest is Friday, July 26 at the Middle School Auditorim at 7:00 p.m. Rehearsal is Thursday night at the school beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Contestants are reminded to bring the shoes they will be wearing so they can get used to them.

Pictures for The Hugoton Hermes newspaper will be taken Monday evening, July 22 at the gazebo in Smith Park located at Eighth and Main Street at 6:30 p.m.

The sponsor’s entry fee is $40.00. The checks are payable to Pollyannas.

Contestants for the Sorghum Queen Contest must be a resident of Stevens County attending school in Moscow or Hugoton as a freshman through 2013 senior. She must be single and have no children.

Girls, pick up your entry form and profile sheet. You might be the next Sorghum Queen!

Jackson’s BBQ will be at Park Day, not Alco Jackson’s BBQ & Catering will not be serving barbecue at the Alco parking lot Thursday evening.

Their delicious food will be available at City Park for Hugoton’s July 4 Park Day celebration.

The Hermes apologizes for any confusion.

KDI and Dairy Open House a hit Saturday morning Team Veteran Foundation to arrive July 4 Kansas Dairy Ingredients celebrated the beginning of their operations

Rep. Steve Alford

with an Open House Saturday morning. They offered tours through the milk plant and tours also through the MasCow Dairy. This will be the last time tours will be offered through the dairy plant because of sanitation restrictions.

The Open House was KDI’s plan so local residents could learn more about the KDI milk plant and MasCow dairy.

Pat George, Kansas Secretary of Commerce,

opened the ceremonies by congratulating Kansas Continued to page 3

Pat George

R.J. Stratton, Director of the Team Veteran Foundation, or TVF, recently contacted The Hermes to let Hugoton know his organization will be celebrating the Fourth with Hugoton citizens this year.

TVF is a group whose ambassador, Tom L’Italien, is riding his bicycle across the country from Flagstaff, Az. to Boston, Ma. - to promote awareness of the suicide rate among United States Vet-

erans.

Due to the fact that Tom will be riding through Hugoton for Independence Day, he and other TVF members look forward to celebrating America’s birthday with locals. The organization believes “the first cost of freedom is supporting our Veterans!”

Their mission is designed to provide a unique and sustainable funding stream as a solution to assist other non-profits that

help Veterans who haveprotected and continue to protect families, friends Continued to page 5

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Finding the Silver Lining in Midst of Drought Dear Editor,

and identify ponds to restore across

Secretary of Agriculture Dale Rodman the state quickly in order to get the

Kansas Water Conservation Efforts Bring Relief to Livestock Farmers and Ranchers During Drought Disaster As I drive across Kansas watching cattle graze contently, I cannot help but notice piles of freshly turned soil next to ponds. This sight is a prime example of the strong Kansas agriculture community that came together during a time of emergency to provide economical solutions to meet a dire need.

Last summer, livestock farmers and ranchers were hurting. At the climax of a harsh drought with no relief in sight, many Kansans were facing the difficult reality of not having enough water for their livestock. Governor Brownback witnessed first-hand the harsh effects the drought was having on livestock farmers and ranchers and charged the Kansas Department of Agriculture (KDA) to provide relief, support and assistance to Kansans.

During the drought, livestock farmers and ranchers called upon KDA’s Division of Conservation, Division of Water Resources and the Kansas Water Office daily to provide relief. Identifying the need to restore water holding capacity for livestock water sources and remove sediment storage in existing ponds, especially in the Flint Hills region, KDA’s Division of Conservation, under Greg Foley’s leadership, went to work. The result was an innovative cost-share initiative to renovate existing livestock water supplies. The re-

sponse was overwhelming. During the short 45-day sign-up period from August 1 through September 15, 2012, the Division of Conservation received more than 3,200 applications requesting more than $8 million in funding.

With the flexibility to shift budgets and financial assistance from KDA’s Division of Conservation, Division of Water Resources and local conservation and watershed districts, more than $2 million was allocated for drought initiative contracts and more than 600 ponds will be renovated by the end of fiscal year 2014.

The real success story however, is the will and fortitude of Kansas cattlemen and women who took the initiative to act and use their own resources to clean out ponds and restore other livestock water supply structures. A recent report showed that for every one pond KDA helped clean out, at least another 10 ponds were cleaned by livestock farmers and ranchers at their own expense.

Kansas farmers and ranchers are resilient, especially in disaster situations, but they are also resourceful and responsible managers of the land and its resources. In this disaster situation, they saw an opportunity to take action and improve their water supply capacity and prepare for the future.

Timing was essential to this project.

KDA’s Division of Conservation needed to contact and inform farmers and ranchers

work done. This initiative would not have been possible without many boots on the ground during this state-wide emergency. Local USDA officials, the Natural Resources Conservation Services (NRCS) and conservation districts worked with KDA and offered immediate and flexible partnerships that reached beyond their typical job descriptions.

Kansas set the bar for emergency drought livestock water supply initiatives.

Upon seeing the overwhelming response of KDA’s Division of Conservation’s emergency drought initiative, the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) was provided the data to solidify the empirical demand for a federal program and utilized the Emergency Conservation Program to provide relief in November 2012. Additionally, USDA NRCS launched a similar emergency drought livestock water supply initiative in April 2013.

I am proud to be a Kansan, and I am proud to be a part of Kansas agriculture.

While many parts of our state are still challenged by this severe drought, the Kansas livestock sector has weathered the storm and is prepared for the future with more water storage capacity. Kansas agriculture thanks all those who continue rising to the challenge to ensure agriculture remains the state’s largest industry.

Secretary of Agriculture Dale Rodman

Consumer Corner

by Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt

Debt collection scams on the rise Every day, dozens of Kansans call our office to report scams or potential fraudulent activities. In the past few months, we have received an increasing number of complaints regarding debt collection scams.

It can be a scary phone call to receive. The caller will often make repeated calls – sometimes even to your workplace – claiming to be from a collection agency trying to collect money owed on a payday loan. In some cases, the scam artist has somehow acquired a list of past payday loan customers. But, in many cases the person being called has never taken out a payday loan. Even after informing the caller you do not owe the debt, they keep calling.

Usually, the caller will tell

you you need to make a portion of the payment immediately, or you will be arrested.

The caller will ask for your credit card or bank account information to process the payment. This is just a trick to get you to give the scammer access to your accounts.

Our Consumer Protection investigators have traced most of the calls to overseas.

Unfortunately, that means it is difficult for law enforcement officials to find them and shut them down. The best way to avoid becoming a victim of this scam is simply to ignore the calls. Here are a few other ways you can stay safe: • Don’t answer calls from numbers you do not know. If you have caller ID, only answer calls from people you know. Legitimate debt collectors will leave a message

about how to return their call.

• Ask for verification in writing. Federal law requires debt collectors to send you written notice, including how much you owe, the name of the creditor and what action to take if you wish to dispute the debt.

• Report the number to your phone company. If you receive repeated, harassing phone calls from the same phone number, call you phone company and ask them to block that number from contacting you.

• Never give out personal information over the phone.

Keep your credit card and bank account numbers safe, and never share them over the phone with someone you do not know.

• Check your credit report.

If you receive calls to collect a

debt you do not owe, there’s a chance your identity has been stolen. Visit www.annu alcreditreport.com to get a free copy of your report from the three major credit bureaus once a year, and contact them right away if you see an account you do not recognize.

If you believe you have been a victim of this or any other scam, please contact the Attorney General’s Office by calling (800) 432-2310, or visit our Web site at www.ag.ks.gov to file a complaint.

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’ Now through July 31 - Open Class exhibits for the Stevens County Fair will be accepted through July 31 at 11:00 a.m. To have your preentry card printed, please submit your entry by Wednesday, July 17.

June 3 - July 12 - Free summer meals for children ages 0 to 18 at Hugoton Elementary School, 304 E. Sixth in Hugoton. Breakfast will be served at 8:00 a.m. and lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. There are no income requirements or registration. For more information, contact Davonna Daharsh at 620-5444397 or visit usd210.org.

July 4 - Happy Fourth of July! Fireworks enthusiasts are encouraged to have fun, but please clean up any debris left in the city streets.

- Hugoton’s SnoBall will be open special hours: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

- Moscow’s hundredth year Independence Day celebration begins with a parade at 9:30 a.m. and continues with lots of fun activities.

- Rolla kicks off their Centennial Celebration with a parade at 10:00 a.m. Clues for the Medallion Search will start to be posted daily in the window at City Hall each morning.

Other activities will be happening in the park all day ending with a dance on Main Street.

July 5 - Rolla Centennial continues with a Mud Volleyball Tournament at the Rodeo Arena,10:00 a.m.; Basketball Tournament in the park, 1:00 p.m.; Noon meal in park; and various other activities during the day ending with a concert, fireworks and carnival.

- Sons of Thunder, Southwest Kansas Chapter will meet at the Grant County Civic Center, 1000 W. Patterson Ave. in Ulysses. Ron Ritchie of San Francisco, Ca. will speak. A free men’s meal and fellowship will start at 7:00 until 9:30 p.m.

Call Monty 620-353-9507 or Cary at 620-353-9601 for more information or visit www.son softhunderswks.com.

Men ages 12 and up are welcome to attend. Se habla español.

July 6 - “Concert on the Green” at Stevens County Gas & Historical Museum along with Agape Church will present open air music with the Moscow Hillbilly Band on the museum grounds at 7:00 p.m.

- Rolla Centennial continues with breakfast at 6:00 a.m.; fun run at 7:30 a.m.; “Thunder on the Grasslands” the first annual motorcycle tour, at 9:00 a.m.; softball, bingo and fund raiser; ending with a talent show and outdoor movie.

- Hugoton Ladies’ Golf Association will host a Couples’ Golf Tournament at Forewinds Golf Course. Registration begins at

8:00 a.m. and couples will tee off at 9:00 a.m. For information or to sign up, call Yvonne Jackson at 620-544-1898 or the clubhouse at 620-544-8269.

- Fourth Annual Moscow Recreation Fourth of July Four Man Scramble Golf Tournament at Cimarron Valley Golf Club, Highway 56 in Satanta.

Please contact Marcus Howe to enter at 620-255-1879 or email mwh9425@yahoo.com.

July 7 - The Rolla Centennial comes to an end with a Community Worship Service in the park at 11:00 a.m.

July 8 - Hugoton City Council will meet at 5:15 p.m. at the City Office.

July 8-11 - Seward County Community College/Area Technical School will offer an Environmental Agri-Science Camp for junior high and high school students.

Campers will stay in the dorms with adult supervision. For informaiton, please contact James Choate at 620-4171365 or james.choate@sccc.edu.

July 9 - Stevens County Economic Development Board will meet at 12:00 noon in the Activity Room of the Senior Center.

July 10 - Hugoton Airport Board will meet at 7:00 p.m. in the Airport Lounge.

July 11

- Hugoton Aglow will meet at 7:00 p.m. at the Senior Center for coffee and fellowship. A meeting will follow at 7:30 p.m.

All are invited!

July 15 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet in the Commissioners’ Room at the Stevens County Courthouse at 8:30 a.m.

- Garden City Community College fall enrollment day with advance registration, placement testing and orientation.

Activities begin at 8:00 a.m. and conclude around 2:30 to 3:00 p.m. Parents welcome.

Reservations necessary at 620276-9608 or email admission @gcccks.edu.

- USD 210 Board of Education will meet at 6:30 p.m.

July 15-18 - Seward County Community College/Area Technical School will offer an Environmental Agri-Science Camp for college students. Campers will stay in the dorms with adult supervision. For informaiton, please contact James Choate at 620417-1365 or james.choate@sccc.edu.

- Garden City Community College will host Adventure Camp challenge course for boys and girls ages nine to 14. For information and registration, call 620-276-9647 or email jean.warta@gcccks.edu.

Obituaries Wendell Morgan Former Hugoton resident Wendell H. Morgan, 77, passed from this life Tuesday, June 25, 2013 in Hutchinson.

Born April 26, 1936 in Rolla, he was the son of Ralph and Alma Faye Milburn Morgan.

In 1974 Wendell received his Education Specialist Degree from Emporia State University and his teaching career culminated as a Chemistry Professor at Hutchinson Community College for 34 years. He had formerly taught at Hugoton High School and Hutchinson High School and recently had been serving as a substitute teacher.

Wendell was a member of the National Education Association and the American Legion.

September 16, 1983 Wendell and Monica Konecny were united in marriage in Nickerson.

Survivors include his wife Monica from Wenatchee,

Wa.; son Kevin Morgan and wife Kelli of Lawrence; daughters, Louise Ruszkowski and husband Bob and Melissa Morgan - Saul and husband David, all of Ft. Worth, Tx., Elizabeth Moffitt of Seattle, Wa. and Sara Morgan of Manhattan; two brothers, Harold Morgan of Hugoton and Arlin Morgan of Topeka; three sisters, Doris McBride of Denver, Co., Marie Ireton of Uvalde, Tx. and Lona Leist of Edgewater, Fl.; and his four grandchildren, Erin and Alex Ruszkowski, Dorian Morgan and Nathan Saul.

Wendell was preceded in death by his parents and an infant brother.

Funeral services were attended Tuesday morning at First Church of the Nazarene in Hutchinson with Pastors Doug Wyatt and Bones Nay presiding. Burial followed in the Pilsen Cemetery in Pilsen under the direction of Penwell-Gabel Funeral Home and Crematory.

Memorials may be given to the Hutchinson Community College Science Department Scholarship Fund in care of the funeral home.

Visit www.PenwellGabelHutchinson.com to leave the family a personal message.

For My yoke is easy, and My burden is light.

Matthew 11:30

HUGOTON POLICE REPORT Business Hours, Call 544-4959 After Hours, Call 544-2020 Monday, June 24, 2013 • Welfare Check, 1000 Block of South Harrison, Everything Okay, Officer Crane • Non Injury Accident, Eleventh and Washington, Took Report, Officer Crane • Vehicle Unlock, 400 Block of West Tenth, Citizen Assist, Officer Crane • Vehicle Unlock, 400 Block of East Fifth, Citizen Assist, Officer Goetzinger Tuesday, June 25, 2013 • Medical Assist, 900 Block of South Main, Public Service, Officer Crane • Vehicle Unlock, 1100 Block of South Washington, Citizen Assist, Officer Crane • Report of a Calf, 600 Block of South Monroe, Removed, Officer Goetzinger Wednesday, June 26, 2013 • Vehicle Unlock, 700 Block of East Eleventh, Citizen Assist, Officer Lamatsch Thursday, June 27, 2013 • Medical Assist, Public Service, Officer Lamatsch • Criminal Damage, 700 Block of South Main, Took Report, Officer Lamatsch Friday, June 28, 2013 • Non Injury Accident, Sixth and Main, Took Report, Officer Lamatsch • Vandalism, 900 Block of South Coulter, Took Report, Officer

Crane • Dog at Large, 800 Block of South Jefferson, Dog Impounded, ACO Smith • Dog at Large, Dog Impounded, Officer Goetzinger Saturday, June 29, 2013 • Dog at Large, 700 Block of South Van Buren, Dog Impounded, Officer Crane • Released Dog to Owner, 1600 Block of South Washington, Public Service, Officer Crane • Public Service, 600 Block of South Madison, Public Service, Officer Crane • Dog at Large, 800 Block of South Harrison, Owner Caught Dog, Officer Crane Sunday, June 30, 2013 • Vehicle Unlock, 300 Block of South Main, Public Service, Officer Crane • Medical Assist, 1000 Block of South Washington, Public Service, Officer Crane • Vehicle Unlock, 600 Block of East Eleventh, Citizen Assist, Officer Crane • Medical Assist, 1000 Block of South Jackson, Public Service, Officer Crane • Possible Domestic, 900 Block of South Monroe, Unable to Locate, Officer Goetzinger • Medical Assist, 200 Block of South Jefferson, Public Service, Officer Goetzinger

Stevens County Fire Department and Ambulance Report Stevens County Emergency Services run activity June 17 through June 30.

Fire Department Hugoton Station Tuesday, June 18 - 12:24 p.m. - called a quarter mile west of Road D and Road 23 for a truck accident.

Thursday, June 20 - 10:36 a.m. - called a half mile south of Road T and Road 19 for a haystack fire.

Sunday, June 23 - 6:39 p.m. - called one half mile east and one half mile south of Road Y and Road 26 for an oil heater treater fire.

Thursday, June 27 - 5:56 a.m. - called to Highway 51 and Road 18 for a motor vehicle accident.

Thursday, June 27 - 5:08 p.m. - called to Highway 56 and Road 21 for a wheat field fire.

Thursday, June 27 - 5:31 p.m. - called to Highway 56 and Road 26 for a motor vehicle accident.

Thursday, June 27 - 6:09

p.m. - called to the fairgrounds for an ambulance assist.

Thursday, June 27 - 9:47 p.m. - called to 315 East Fourth for a structure fire.

Fire Department Moscow Station Thursday, June 20 - 10:36 a.m. - called a half mile south of Road T and Road 19 for a haystack fire.

Sunday, June 23 - 6:39 p.m. - called one half mile east and one half mile south of Road Y and Road 26 for an oil heater treater fire.

Thursday, June 27 - 5:08 p.m. - called to Highway 56 and Road 21 for a wheat field fire.

Thursday, June 27 - 5:31 p.m. - called to Highway 56 and Road 26 for a motor vehicle accident.

Ambulance Activity Seven medical runs, two fire standbys, two motor vehicle accidents and two Life Flights.

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Commissioners onto the next agenda subject.

Tony Martin gave his report for Road and Bridge.

Tony talked about what roads they will be sealing. He also asked again about getting a credit card. Motion was made and passed to allow the card.

Bids for the graders were to be opened at 10:00 a.m. Discussion followed of graders their good and bad points.

At 10:00 a.m., representatives, Kevin from Foley - Cat and Ron from Murphy - John Deere, came in with bids.

They were only $55 apart for their bids for two graders.

One of the perks from John Deere was $5,000 credit for each grader bought to be used anyway the county wants to use it - parts, repairs or equipment. Each rep had his own time alone to tell of the best selling points for his machines. The John Deeres can be delivered in 60 days and the Cats in mid to late September. Each rep was asked if the price would be good for a third machine as well. Each agreed to this.

Next on the agenda was the Bhakta Hotel. An executive session was called. When back in regular session no action was reported.

Rodney Kelling was next on the agenda. He presented the bills he had so far for the Moscow fire. There will be more. Rodney asked if the county could reimburse now to the fire budget. Rodney then presented his idea of starting a disaster fund for the county to use in case of a large disaster. There are things needed immediately before FEMA can respond.

Commissioners said they will be working with their budget and will see where they are at then. Rodney reported some new volunteers joined the force from Abengoa. Pat asked about testing sirens.

Rodney said a few new sirens are really needed. A couple in

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the new industrial parks and one possibly out at the RV park. The commissioners said they are very expensive.

Rodney added Abengoa is talking about getting their own and hooking up to the Hugoton system. He said Moscow tested their sirens and they are all good. He needs some help to check Hugoton’s. Pat Hall said he would help. It cannot be done when it looks stormy. Rodney went on to suggest the fire sirens could honestly be done away with as all the firemen have pagers now. They would only be used in case of emergency. But he did agree it is good to make the public aware to watch out for fire vehicles. Some more potential EMTs are testing. They are very much needed to help fill the schedule.

Neal Gillespie brought in some people from the Department of Commerce to explain a program Stevens County

may be eligible for to be a “Rural Opportunities Zone County”. Stevens County is one of 23 counties now eligible to try two basic benefits meant to help with the rural population decline. Anyone who moves into a rural opportunity zone county, lived outside of state for five years, and made less that $2000 of state income, can qualify for a state income tax emption for five years. The commissioners would not have to do anything for this benefit. The second benefit is a student loan repayment program.

Anyone who moves into a county that has opted into the program can qualify for up to $15,000 over a period of five years. It is a split; the state will match what the county puts in. This could be applied to any person returning who has any type of post secondary education degree.

They would have to remain in the area for at least a year. It

is available on a first come first serve basis. Businesses can also sponsor. A resolution would have to be signed by the commissioners.

Southwest Guidance Center brought in their budget request.

Commissioners moved into executive session.

Neal Gillespie came back in with Tony Martin for a conference call. It was in regard to the intersection near KDI in the east industrial park.

Several people from KDI and KDOT joined in the call and talked with the commissioners about what kind of turning lane might be possible, what lots are still available and the frontage road. Commissioners told them of the potential of new high volume traffic in the area with two new businesses possibly coming into the front area. A July 15 meeting is planned at KDI with the same people to work out the issues.

The commissioners broke for lunch.

Following lunch they moved to appoint a new appraiser to replace Tom Fuhrmann who left his position July 1. The commissioners moved to appoint Gregg Wellbrock. Pam will contact him.

It was decided to move the August 5 commissioners’ meeting to August 2.

Motion was made and passed to accept the bid from Murphy John Deere and also purchase a third machine at the same agreed to price.

Motion had been made earlier to keep all the furniture in Judge Schroeder’s of-

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Lowell Stanley stands by his wonderful little creation. He built this little John Deere replica out of steel and wood for his niece. There seems

to be a great possiblity he may build more and maybe even one of those off color ones.

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Lunch is served at Kansas Dairy Ingredients Open House last week. Oklahoma Smoke Bar-

becue served up the fare. Everyone seemed to enjoy the day and wonderful food.

The line is long as the crowds wait for their turn to tour Kansas Dairy Ingredients milk process-

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burglary and theft at the Robert Fox shed located at 211 East Crawford. March 7, 2013, Amy James reported a burglary and theft at 113 Ransom. March 7, 2013, Melvin Webb reported a burglary and theft at 215 McLeod Street. March 18, 2013, William Bell reported a burglary had occurred at Moscow City Hall at 125 Main Street. March 22, 2013, Stuart Moore reported a burglary and theft had occurred at Moscow High School at 301 High School Road.

January 26, 2013, James Smith of rural Moscow reported one of his cows had been shot. February 17, 2013, Scott Downing reported he had two tractor tires that had been shot in rural Moscow.

Arrests have been made and are awaiting court proceedings.

Submitted by Stevens County Sheriff Ted Heaton.

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The next speaker was Kansas Representative Steve Alford from Ulysses. He offered his congratulations and best wishes to KDI. Mayor Jack Rowden was also available to offer the City of Hugoton’s best wishes.

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Sitting in George’s room at the Pioneer Manor in the company of his Indian doll collection, he began telling me about the Honor Flight in which he participated three years ago. He, along with a group of other Veterans, flew to Washington, D.C., to visit the military memorials as well as Arlington Cemetery and other national landmarks. Not only was his group treated with respect at their destination, but they were honored by the other passengers at the different airports who gratefully allowed the Veterans to board and disembark the plane ahead of them.

The crowd removed their hats and shook the Veterans’ hands as they passed by.

George is one of approximately 1.3 million World War II Veterans still living. He was in the Army from July 15, 1944, until July 15, 1946, and was stationed at Tulln Air Base in Austria.

He served in many different capacities during that time - radio operator, radio mechanic, directional finding (he would find lost pilots and get them back on course), ground crew on instrument landing, diesel mechanic and motor pool sergeant.

George really likes airplanes and for many years has been a guide at the Mid-America Air Museum in Liberal. In fact, recently he went as a guide with a group of residents from the Pioneer Manor. George himself has a private pilot’s license. He calls the airplanes at the museum his babies and stated if you can read the markings on an airplane you will know all about it where it had been and what it had done. The B25 airplane at the museum is probably the largest one there, and on its rudders on both tail sections is a painting of an Indian head which

indicates it flew with the Air Apaches in the South Pacific. On the nose is painted a falcon head showing it was part of the Falcon Group.

Inside the cockpit are paintings of 20 bombs, each one symbolizing a different bombing mission. Some of the planes at the museum have black and white stripes painted around the fuselage or on the wings which represent they took part in the D-Day Invasion.

He continued sharing facts about some of the other planes, even the TBM Avenger which is haunted. George described some of the strange happenings at the museum and how visitors are more fascinated by the eerie stories than they are scared of them.

There were many more things I wanted to ask George about, like his telescope, his Indian doll collection, his Indian grandfather, and his wife Dorcas, but I’ll have to save those for another visit.

George enjoys sharing stories about his life and talking about his many interests, like airplanes and Indian dolls.

Benjamin James Smith of Hugoton graduated cum laude from Oklahoma Panhandle State University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Art May 18, 2013.

Benjamin is the son of Bernard and Susan Smith of Hugoton.

Doctor Vector of Mad Science explains the difference between a stalactite and a stalagmite June 26 at the Stevens County Library Summer Reading Program.

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Citizens State Bank 601 S. Main - Hugoton

PAUL'S FUNERAL HOME David & Brandy Robson

314 S. Van Buren 544-4122

Pyramid Agency, Inc. 521 S. Main - Hugoton

Faith Publishing LLC 522 S. Main 620-544-4321

AGAPE CHURCH OF HUGOTON 409 East Ninth, Hugoton 453-2711 Pastor Bob Rich Sunday – 10:30 a.m.

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.

Celebrate Recovery Every Monday at 7:00 p.m.

BETHEL FRIENDS CHURCH

THE BEAUTY OF REPENTANCE (Part 1 of 2)

By Pastor Eric Mason Isaiah 55:6-7 — Seek the LORD while he may be found; call upon him while he is near; let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts; let him return to the LORD, that he may have compassion on him, and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon.

This passage from the Prophet Isaiah provides us with a stunning view of our Lord. We clearly see His willingness to be known, His compassion, His abundant pardon and forgiveness. And all of this flows from the throne of a sovereign and perfect King. This King neither needs, nor requires anything from His creation, yet He offers us more than we could ever afford or earn.

What is your greatest need when you lay your head on your pillow at night? Is it more money, more possessions, more fame? It’s old news that these things never last, or bring any lasting satisfaction. No, I’m confident that your greatest need is to know you are right with your Creator. You know, the One who created you with a conscience. That conscience He gave you, tells you something isn’t right. Some of us are better at hiding it than others. However, all of us know on that day when we stand before a Holy God, who will sit in perfect judgment of all of our actions, we will be found guilty.

Where can we find an answer to this human dilemma?

FAITH COMMUNITY CHURCH

SOVEREIGN REDEEMER CHURCH

531 S. Main 544-7077 Michael Taylor, Pastor Monday Bible Q & A - 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Book Study- 6:30 p.m.

Friday Prayer - 8:00-10:00 p.m.

Saturday Bible Study - 6:30 p.m.

Sunday Coffee & Fellowship - 10:00 a.m.

Sunday Services - 10:30 a.m.

Pastor - Eric Mason 620-544-6386 www.sovereignredeemerchurch.org

FAITH LUTHERAN 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

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)

801 W. City Limits 544-2652 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Evening Worship - 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00 p.m.

Call 544-2652 fIor Church Bus

CHURCH OF CHRIST

HUGOTON BAPTIST CHURCH

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.

Deadline: Monday 5 pm

Eighth and Main 544-2210 506 East Eighth - 544-2295 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study - 6:30 p.m.

LIGHTHOUSE FELLOWSHIP 424 S. Jackson 544-4828 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Church - 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday - 7:00 p.m.

Pre-Service Prayer - half hour before service

1011 South Jefferson Street 544-2551 Sunday - 11:00 a.m. English Mass - 1:00 p.m. - Spanish 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.

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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.

LONE STAR FRIENDS CHURCH

ROLLA EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH

A Full Gospel Church 207 East 6th - Hugoton Pam Peachey, Pastor 544-2436 Services Sundays 10:30 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.

PRIMERO BAUTISTA IGLESIA HISPANO Congregación 618 Main sur - Hugoton 620-370-1003 Pastor Marcelino Auila Servicio de la Iglesia 11:00 a.m. - Domingo 7:00 p.m. - Miércoles

202 Monroe St. - Rolla, Ks. 67954 Henry McGuire, Pastor 593-4693 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Sunday Evening Service - 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Evening, AWANA’s - 6:45 p.m.

ROLLA PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH Corner of Third and Adams, Rolla Marcus Light, Pastor Church - 593-4626, Parsonage - 593-4796 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday night meal - 6:00 p.m.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ROLLA - RICHFIELD 593-4596 or 593-4781 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.

Pioneer Manor Services: July 7 — Hillbilly Band

its 2013 Summer Reading Program - “Dig Into Reading”. Participants have logged nearly 200,000 pages of reading since June 1.

Web site offers Social Security reform updates “It's part of an ongoing, overall effort to keep the focus on the need for Social Security reform” A new Web site - www.so cialsecurityreport.org - offers

ST. HELEN CATHOLIC CHURCH

14 Miles East of Hugoton on Highway 51 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.

MY FATHER’S HOUSE

Doctor Vector of Mad Science teaches 165 aspiring scientists about plate tectonics at the Stevens County Library Wednesday, June 26.

The SCL has reached 367 young people during

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Opinion Page Our opinion page is open to the public.

We encourage comments from readers in the form of letters to the editor or guest columns. All letters must be signed and must include the address and telephone number of the sender. (names will be published but not address & phone#) Letters should be no more than 300 words. No libelous or offensive letter will be published. The guest column or letter to the editor does not reflect the opinion of this newspaper or its representatives.

daily updates on developments that impact Social Security, Dan Weber, president of the Association of Mature American Citizens announced today.

"The site also presents AMAC's views on what can and what must be done to fix the problems evident in Social Security as it stands today. It also provides links to analyses of alternate proposals aimed at maintaining Social Security solvency as well as an archive of articles and related studies on Social Security and a thorough history of Social Security dating back to its origin," Weber said.

He explained that the new Web site is part of an ongoing, overall effort to keep the focus of lawmakers and the public on the need for Social Security reform "before it is too late to ensure its solvency for our children and our grandchildren."

For example, he said, there's been little coverage of the plan to raid Social Security's Old-Age and Survivors Insurance Trust Fund as a stop-gap to prevent the Disability Fund from going bust in the next 24 months.

"Both the Social Security's Chief Actuary and the Congressional Budget Office back the raid. Even AARP is lending its support to this scheme, according to commentator Bruce Krasting, who suggests that such a redistribution of funds would cut short the life of the Retirement Trust by as much as five years," Weber noted.

AMAC hopes to raise awareness of developments such as the raid plan, "developments that need to be brought to light if we are to have true reform. We are looking to stir things up

among our members, older Americans in general and, of course, among our representatives in Congress so that they'll be moved to action."

The new Web site offers: •Daily updates on major breaking news and legislative developments affecting Social Security •Quotes and comments that reflect the insights of key political figures involved in shaping Social Security policy •An on-going catalog of questions and answers relevant to topics of interest to the public •An archive of important backgrounders on key Social Security issues Weber pointed out that "the site's tagline-Your Daily Resource-reflects its objective of being a go-to place for Congressional Aides and their Senators and Representatives, and the general public, to stay abreast of developments and projections on Social Security and its related programs."

ABOUT AMAC: The Association of Mature American Citizens - www.amac.us - is a vibrant, vital and conservative alternative to those organizations, such as AARP, that dominate the choices for mature Americans who want a say in the future of the nation. Where those other organizations may boast of their power to set the agendas for their memberships, AMAC takes its marching orders from its members. We act and speak on their behalf, protecting their interests, and offering a conservative insight on how to best solve the problems they face today.

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Public invited to see renovation of historic home During the past several months, many people in the community have observed the renovation of the historic old home located at 719 S. Main.

When Marlin Heger bought the 1918 home in December of 2012, he was keeping it in the family. His uncle O.H. “Babe” and Aunt Daisy Mills moved the house to its present location from Moscow in 1944. There they raised their family of six children. As the reconstruction proceeded, every effort was made to preserve the integrity of the lovely old home as all the latest conveniences were included in its redesign.

The original floor plan has

been altered to include a master suite, office and half bath. This almost-century old home weathered the “dirty thirties” so one of the first things to be done was to remove 720 gallons of topsoil that had blown into the attic.

The restoration to the outside of the structure was done by Aredondo Masonry Inc. and Pastor Bob Rich completed the inside work.

Elwanda Irwin and Patty Rich were in charge of interior decoration and design. This is now the residence of Pastor Bob and Patty Rich and they welcome the public to their open house Saturday, July 6, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

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The Little Gift Shop In The Corner Stevens County Hospital Auxiliary

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Con cert on the Green

Completed renovations to the house at 719 S. Main in Hugoton can be clearly seen here. Open house for the public will be Saturday, July 6 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

The Stevens County Gas & Historical Museum and the

Agape Church of Hugoton invite you to a free concert on The Green (on the Museum grounds 905 S. Adams)

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Bring your blankets, lawn chairs and a picnic if you like.

The Moscow Hillbillies will be singing and in no time you will be singing with them and tapping your toes and clapping your hands.

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Located within Stevens County Hospital 1006 S. Jackson Hugoton, KS 67951

O. H. and Daisy Mills married in 1918 and moved the house in 1944 to its present location in Hugoton. The house was originally built in Moscow.

O. H. and Daisy Mills smile at the camera as they celebrate their fiftieth wedding anniversary in 1968.

K-State announces honored grads

Jerry Mills lived in the house and decorated it for Christmas in 2003.

Earning the university's top graduation honor, summa cum laude, were 91 students who earned an academic average of 3.95 or higher; 131 students graduated magna cum laude for an academic average of 3.85 to 3.949; and 128 students graduated cum laude for an academic average of 3.750 to 3.848. Forty-eight students earned graduation honors for multiple degrees.

Kansas State University students earning graduation honors include Wayne DeCamp, Bachelor of Music,

Kansas gas prices drop Average retail gasoline prices in Kansas have fallen 10.5 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.38 per gallon Sunday, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 1,329 gas outlets in Kansas.

This compares with the national average that has fallen 5.7 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.50 per gallon, according to gasoline price Web site GasBuddy.com.

Including the change in gas prices in Kansas during the past week, prices Sunday

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were 5.2 cents per gallon higher than the same day one year ago and are 35.4 cents per gallon lower than a month ago. The national average has decreased 13.6 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 12.9 cents per gallon higher than this day one year ago.

"After an impressive surge abated several weeks ago, we're seeing gasoline prices decline nicely," said Gas Buddy.com Senior Petroleum Analyst Patrick DeHaan.

"One in five states currently has at least one gas station with gasoline under $3 per gallon: South Carolina, Alabama, Tennessee, Oklahoma, Ohio, Texas, New Mexico, Virginia, Indiana and Michigan all have at least one station statewide under $3. The national average is likely to continue its decline this week as retail prices catch up to the decrease in wholesale gasoline prices," DeHaan said.

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Lady Eagles win Division I championship The Lady Eagles participated in Denver's Gold Crown Foundation team basketball camp June 13-15 and finished with an 8-0 record and the Division II championship.

The Lady Eagles won games over teams from Colorado (Fairview, Jefferson Academy, Highlands Ranch, Green Mountain and Lakewood), Laramie, Wy. and Belen, N.M. The championship game was a win over Ralston Valley. The team also spent one day at the Waterworld water park and also attended a Colorado Rockies baseball game.

The Lady Eagles continued their summer basketball camps with a trip to the University of Colorado's team camp June 21-23. The Lady Eagles won games over Arvada/Clearmont (67-9), Weld Central (55-20), Fossil Ridge (47-19), Jefferson Academy (66-30) and Mesa Vista (6416). The Eagles also won a timed game situations contest versus Fairview.

The lone loss was 37-45 to Monarch High out of Boulder which has a school enrollment of 1600 students! The team also spent an afternoon

white water rafting near Idaho Springs, Co., on Clear Creek's class 3 and 4 rated rapids.

The team would like to express their appreciation to everyone who financially contributed so the team could attend the camps and other functions.

The team "bonding" experience is so valuable and the upcoming basketball season will show the results of the hard work this summer!

The Lady Eagles basketball team participates in the Denver’s Gold Crown Foundation team camp. Pictured are front row Amy Scott, Ana Pena, Estefani Armendariz and Katy Heger. In

the back row are Coach Gillen, Taylor Fiss, Megan Cornelsen, Kristan Crawford, Riley Sosa, Sofia Jimenez, Melisa Fabela and Coach Ramsey. Photo courtesy of Jeff Ramsey.

Cal Ripken competes in Holcomb tournament The Lady Eagles continue their camps with a trip to the University of Colorado’s team camp in Boulder. Pictured left to right are Ana Peña, Riley Sosa, Coach Gillen, Sofia Jimenez, Este-

fani Armendariz, Taylor Fiss, Keely Hittle, Sarah Johnson, Katy Heger, Amy Scott, Coach Ramsey and Melisa Fabela. Photo courtesy of Jeff Ramsey.

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The Stevens County 12 year old Cal Ripken Major team traveled to Holcomb to take part in their baseball tournament Saturday and Sunday. Playing for the Stevens County 12 year olds are Dawson Kerbow, Nicholas Gold, J.J. Gonzalez, Ethan Fox, Wade Angell, Zayden Littell, Carlos Montiel, Rollin Richard, Leonardo Armendariz, Luis Jimenez and Brennan Featherston.

The first game was against Scott City. Scott City won 94. J.J. Gonzalez pitched three innings and Carlos finished up pitching the last three innings. Carlos had a double play in the fourth inning. He caught the ball at pitcher and then made the play at second.

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The second game was against Lakin.

Stevens County won 11-10 in the fourth inning. The game had reached the time limit and so it had to be called. Wade Angell pitched the first inning, Dawson Kerbow pitched the second and third inning and Rollin Richard pitched the fourth inning.

The third game took place Sunday at 9:00 a.m. It was against Garden City. Stevens County won 6-5. Rollin pitched four innings and J.J. pitched two innings. Ethan Fox caught an awesome pop fly in right field for the third out that ended the game.

The fourth game was against Lamar, Co. Lamar won 7-2. Rollin pitched the first two innings and then J.J. pitched the last four innings. Wade Angell made a double play at first in the second inning. He caught the batter’s ball and then touched first.

Next weekend the Stevens County 12 year old All-Stars will play in the District 1 tournament in Liberal.

Stevens County will play their first game at 1:00 p.m. Saturday against Cimarron River “Liberal Rattlers”.

Good luck, boys!

Dawson Kerbow pitches for the Stevens County 12 year old Cal Ripken Major team in game 2 against Lakin. Photo courtesy of Carla Kerbow.

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The Stevens County 12 year old Cal Ripken Major team travels to Holcomb to take part in their baseball tournament. J.J. Gonzalez pitches against Scott City in game one of the tournament. Photo courtesy of Carla Kerbow.

REMINDER TO FIREWORKS ENTHUSIASTS All fireworks debris left in the city streets needs to be cleaned up shortly after the Fourth of July, or littering charges may be filed against the responsible parties. Have a fun-filled Fourth, but PLEASE CLEAN UP YOUR MESS.

Luis Jimenez recovers the pop fly against Garden City. Photo courtesy of Carla Kerbow.

Rollin Richard does an awesome job pitching this weekend at the Holcomb Baseball Tournament. Photo courtesy of Carla Kerbow.

Isaac Martin races to the base during a recent coach pitch baseball game against the Cardinals. Isaac is on the Cubs team.

Carson Medina races to put the runner out at the base during a recent coach pitch baseball game against the Cubs.

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Concealed carry allowed in state office buildings

Aqua Shield Roofing and Construction teamed up with Oklahoma Smoke Bar-B-Q to raise money for Relay for Life. The block party took place in the park April 27, 2013. Through wonderful support from the community, Team Boot Camp (Aqua Shield Roofing and Construction)

was able to raise $1,250 for Relay for Life.

Mark and David of Oklahoma Smoke is very much appreciated for their hard work and commitment in helping to find a cure for cancer.

IRS Tax Tips series is available July 1 Even though taxes may not be on your mind, the IRS wants to help you with your 2013 federal tax planning now.

Summer is a good time for you to learn ways to reduce your taxes.

Beginning July 1, the IRS will offer its annual Summertime Tax Tip series of useful information affecting millions of taxpayers. Tax Tip subscribers receive a new Tip via email three times a week during the summer.

JJ has completed 200 books in the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library. Go, JJ, go!!

IRS Tax Tips are plain language messages that are easy to understand. They often include links to helpful IRS.gov references, IRS YouTube videos and podcasts.

Sample Tax Tip topics this summer will include: • Tax Tips for Newlyweds • Safeguarding Records in Case of a Disaster • Tips for People Who Travel for Charity Work • New Simplified Option to

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Permit is needed for hay harvesting Hay harvesting on right-ofway along state and federal highways without a permit is illegal and is trespassing, according to the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT).

Haying permit applications are available at KDOT District and Area offices and are good for one year or a specific haying season. From April 1 to the end of each year, permits to harvest are issued in the order in which they are received.

Permits can be canceled at any time by either party and all operations shall be in accord with requirements and guidelines set by KDOT. Any

person, firm or corporation wanting to mow or bale hay will need to submit a permit application to the KDOT office in their area.

For additional information, contact your local KDOT Southwest office listed below, or call the Bureau of Construction and Maintenance in Topeka at 785-296-3576.

KDOT Southwest Area Offices *Syracuse Area Office 620-384-7821 *Liberal Area Office 620-624-4451 *Dodge City Area Office 620-430-0504 *District Office, Garden City 620-276-3241

Kansas Interim Secretary of Administration Mark J. McGivern announced as of Monday, July 1, 2013, properly licensed firearms will be allowed in all state office buildings not exempted by law. The 2013 Kansas Legislature passed a measure permitting concealed carry of guns in public buildings with certain exceptions, and McGivern said his agency is complying with the intent of the new law.

“The Kansas Legislature clearly indicated the belief that properly licensed individuals should be allowed to exercise their right to carry concealed firearms in most public buildings,” said McGivern.

The new law stipulates concealed carry is permitted in any state or municipal building “unless such building has adequate security measures to ensure that no weapons are permitted to be carried into such building . . . .” Although the state could exempt itself and prohibit concealed carry until January 1, 2014, the Department of Administration is not exercising an exemption for stateowned buildings.

The law defines a state or municipal building as “a building owned or leased by such public entity.” The Department of Administration interprets the definition of a building leased by the state to include free standing buildings in which the state is the sole tenant.

In order to get clarification from the Attorney General about how the law should be applied to leased premises within a building where the state is not the sole tenant, the Department of Administration will exercise a sixmonth exemption for those properties. McGivern said those buildings shall operate as they had prior to July 1, 2013.

State correctional facilities, courtrooms and law enforcement agencies are generally exempt from the

MUSEUM UPDATE from The Stevens County Gas & Historical Museum Gladys Renfro and Beulah Carter

Breckyn has experienced 300 books in the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten at the Stevens County Library.

Great job Breckyn!

Emersyn has joined the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library by recording his first 100 books! Glad to have you on board Emersyn!

Johnny Phifer, formerly of Hugoton and now living in Garden City, dropped by the museum last week. He entertained the curators with his true tale of the Last Big Cattle Drive of Stevens County.

The year was 1982. Johnny had 600 head of cattle that he needed to move to another pasture ten miles away. He decided moving the cattle by truck would take too long.

He gathered up a crew consisting of Gene and Marianne Willoughby, Jay and Gina Henson, Doug Turpin, JoDeen Young and Johnny’s son Shawn to begin the long cattle drive on horseback.

They started from the Gorden Bane place, past Harold James’ farm to north of Hugoton where Phifer’s pasture was located. Johnny’s wife brought out lunch to the riders. By the end of the long day, all the riders were exhausted but the cattle were finally in the new pasture.

What a beautiful summer morning! Summer is going too fast!

The following are just a few things that have happened in the United States in the month of July.

In 1937, aviator Amelia Earhart and navigator Fred Noonon disappeared over the Pacific Ocean while attempting to make the first round the world flight at the equator.

In 1975, Arthur Ashe be-

came the first black man to win a Wimbledon singles title as he defeated Jimmy Connors.

In 1957, Althea Gibson became the first black tennis player to win a Wimbledon singles title, defeating fellow American Darlene Hard 6-3, 6-2.

In 1981, President Reagan announced he was nominating Arizona Judge Sandra Day O’Connor to become the first female justice on the United States Supreme Court.

In 1950, General Douglas MacArthur was named commander-in-chief of United Nations forces in Korea, In 1979, the abandoned United States space station Skylab made a spectacular return to Earth, burning up in the atmosphere and showering debris over the Indian Ocean and Australia.

In 1984, Democratic presidential candidate Walter F. Mondale announced he had chosen U.S. Representative Geraldine A. Ferraro of New York to be his running mate.

Ferraro was the first woman to run for vice president on a major party ticket.

In 1969, Apollo astronaut Neil Armstrong became the first man to walk on the moon when he stepped out of the lunar module.

In 1925, the so-called “Monkey Trial” ended in Dayton, Tn., with John T. Scopes convicted of violating state law for teaching Darwin’s theory of evolution. The conviction was later overturned.

In 1934, a man identified as bank robber John Dillinger

was shot to death by federal agents outside Chicago’s Biograph Theater.

Those are just a few of the things that have happened in the United States in the month of July.

We invite you to visit the Stevens County Gas and Historical Museum. Our summer hours are 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Monday through Friday and 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Saturday.

new law. Certain state health care facilities and post-secondary educational facilities may notify the Attorney General of six month and fouryear exemptions to the law.

The Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services and the Kansas Commission on Veterans’ Affairs have exercised six month extensions

for their health care facilities throughout the state.

The Department of Administration referred questions about exemptions to the Office of the Attorney General and those agencies that may be exercising exemptions.

Story submitted by Kansas Department of Adminstation.

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For appointments with: Dr. Ansari 624-6222; Dr. Brown 544-8339; Dr. Farhoud 1-855-969-8900; Dr. Plomaritis 275-3030; Michelle Lock-Gooch 544-8339; Dr.Frankum 544-8339 Dr. Hu 227-1148 For all other appointments please call 544-8339 or 544-6160.

Johnny Phifer

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Optometrists stress eye safety for holiday activities Each year, Americans honor Independence Day with a dazzling display of fireworks – whether it be right in your own backyard or at a community celebration. Although most families take precautions to protect themselves and their children against the potential dangers of fireworks, thousands still visit the emergency room every year – often with eye injuries.

According to a special

study conducted by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), approximately 9,600 consumers were treated for injuries due to fireworks in emergency rooms during 2011, and 17 percent of those injuries were to the eyes.

To help prevent eye injuries during firework season, the Eye Care Council recommends the following tips to help protect and preserve eyesight during the Fourth of

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July 13-10:00 AMCT Collectibles, Antiques, Glassware, Furniture, Jewelry, Vehicles, & Much More!!

July holiday: • Discuss firework safety with children and teens prior to the Fourth of July holiday.

• Do not allow kids to handle fireworks and never leave them unsupervised near fireworks.

• Wear protective eyewear when lighting and handling fireworks of any kind.

• Store fireworks, matches and lighters in a secure place where children won’t find them.

• Refrain from purchasing sparklers. Heating up to 2,000 degrees or hotter, sparklers are the number one cause of fireworks injuries requiring trips to the emergency room.

• Be aware of your surroundings and only light fireworks when family, friends and children are at a safe distance.

For more information about how to protect your eyes during the Fourth of July and other summer eye safety suggestions appropriate for your vision needs and lifestyle, please contact your Doctor of Optometry or call the Eye Care Council at 1-800-960-EYES. Story submitted by the Eye Care Council.

The Zumba team performs for the audience at Relay For Life. The weather cooperated and

everyone had a great time walking around the track and supporting finding a cure for cancer.

Luminaries stretch a long way at the Relay For Life in memory and in honor of those have

battled cancer over the years.

Location: Held at the old Dekalb Corn Plant across from the Civic Center off HWY 25. Ulysses, KS

Featuring: 3 Estates & Many Others

Call Matt Canny (620) 49203169 to View Flyer & Pics: www.thecannyteam.com

Mariah Rome is wonderful and highly entertaining with her hoola hoops at Relay For Life. Ms. Rome is very talented.

Verita Melton entertains the crowd with her beautiful voice Friday evening at Relay For Life at the Hugoton High School football field.

“Notes From Nancy”

by Stevens County FACS Agent Nancy Honig

I pledge my.....

Above is the beginning of the 4-H pledge that young people across the country repeat when they gather. They are pledging their head to greater thinking, their hearts to greater loyalty, their hands to larger service and their health to better living for their clubs, communities, county and the world. I recently spent 12 days as a chaperone for the 4-H Citizenship Washington Focus. During that time I watched 48 young people from Kansas turn this

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pledge into action. They learned about political progress, about citizenship, and they worked to create action plans to involve 4H youth in their own communities.

I realize I am a bit biased when it comes to 4-H. I am a third generation 4-H’er and was proud to watch my own son during his twelve years in 4-H. I have seen again and again what 4-H can do for a young person. I have been directly involved with thousands of young people in the almost 20 years I have worked in Extension. I can attest to the fact the 4-H can literally be life changing for some young people.

I also know 4-H is a program that directly involves families. It is a program that is best implemented when the whole family participates. The original intent of 4-H was to educate parents through the children. I am thankful for those families that join in and become involved as family units.

I also know that 4-H is dependent upon the community to prosper. The majority of programming and education comes from volunteer community and project leaders. Without these volunteers 4-H would not be what it is today. At this time of year we often feel very patriotic and may think about the service that others have given to provide us freedom in our country. I would like everyone to think this holiday about the service that men and women give in this and other communities, to teach our young people responsibility, service and life skills.

I am not just talking about those who volunteer in 4-H, but those who help with scouts,

church youth groups, big brothers/big sisters, youth recreation programs or any other youth programs.

As I toured our nation’s monuments the last couple of weeks, I was often reminded that our country was founded, and has thrived, because of individuals who were willing to step to the plate, be involved and take responsibility. This is still needed in our communities today. We always appreciate people who want to help with our programs, whether as community or project leaders, as event volunteers, or by providing financial help.

In just three weeks we will be showcasing the goals that our youth accomplish at our local county fair. This is a great opportunity to come and support our 4-H’ers by watching their events, touring the buildings to see their project work, or supporting financially the 4-H food auction or livestock sale.

Here is a quick look at the 4-

H pre-fair and fair activities.

Thursday, July 25, at 7:30 p.m. is the 4-H Fashion Revue at Memorial Hall. Saturday, July 27, beginning at 8:30 a.m., is the 4-H Horse Show at the Fairgrounds.

Wednesday, July 31, all of the buildings will be open by 7:00 p.m. to view exhibits. That evening is the annual 4-H Foods Auction beginning at 8:00 p.m. This is our primary fund raising event for the year.

Thursday and Friday will be filled with livestock competition, and the 4-H portion concludes Friday evening at 6:30 p.m. with the livestock auction. This is such an exciting week for our kids and we hope the community comes out to celebrate their accomplishments and enjoy the fun.

Happy Fourth of July, and remember to thank not only those who served our country in keeping it safe, but those who serve our youth and build the citizens of our future.

Roofer registrations begin this week A new law requiring roofing contractors operating in Kansas to register with the Attorney General’s office took effect July 1, 2013, Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt said.

Under the provisions of this law, which was enacted by the Legislature in April, on and after July 1, 2013, every “roofing contractor” must obtain a roofing contractor registration certificate from the Kansas Attorney General in order to legally provide commercial or residential roofing services for a fee in Kansas.

The application form for roofing contractor registration is now available on the Attorney General’s Web site at

www.ag.ks.gov, along with the proposed regulations and frequently asked questions for roofing contractors and consumers. Once the law takes effect, the Web site will also include a public directory of roofers who have applied for registration.

Proposed regulations are available for review on the Attorney General’s Web site, and any interested persons are encouraged to review them and submit comments for consideration.

Roofing contractors or consumers who have additional questions may call the Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division at 800-432-2310.

STEVENS COUNTY Activity Center - 544-2283 Nutrition Center - 544-8041 ~ Barbara Beeks ~ It is a very nice Monday morning after a good weekend.

It was such nice weather for all the events going on.

The visit to the milk processing plant and the MasCow Dairy were both very interesting and worthwhile.

Then we took the bus to Liberal to the program “Liberty” that is put on at the Baptist Church.

They always have a great program. This was the twenty-seventh year.

Our Center will be closed Thursday, July 4. Hope everyone has a safe holiday.

Menu July 4..................Center Closed July 5 .....................Swiss Steak July 8...........................Goulash July 9 ...............Chicken Breast July 10 .......................Pot Roast July 11................................Fish Activities Schedule Thursday, July 4 Center Closed Friday, July 5 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

Bingo........................12:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 6 Cards .........................6:00 p.m.

Monday, July 8 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

Line Dance.................7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, July 9 Board Meeting ...........9:30 a.m.

Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

Wednesday, July 10 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

Paint...........................1:00 p.m.

Thursday, July 11 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

Bridge.........................................

Aglow..........................7:00 p.m.

Baker Arts Center exhibit features local artists The artwork of six artists who grew up in Liberal is coming home. Marc Shank has created his own town complete with city map and townspeople with distinctive personalities in his "Scurvyville" painting series.

Dan Koons' work captures moments in time in black and white as well as color photographs. His wife, Susan Koons, fabricates jewelry pieces using silver, gold, enamel and the creative use of unique stones. John McDonald has blown glass including paperweights, vessel forms and a sculptural table.

The vibrant colors in the panoramic views photographed by Michael Strickland are spectacular. Large wave bowls, vessel forms and a floor lamp display the glassblowing talents of Lyn Harp.

This is a truly wonderful exhibit featuring a variety of media and artistic styles created by some of Liberal's own.

The true depth of the talent on display with this exhibit is amazing and will "wow" everyone who comes in to view it. The exhibit dates are from now through August 10, 2013 and the Opening Reception is July 6 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm.

Hours of operation during this exhibit will be Tuesday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., Saturday from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.; closed Sunday and Monday.

As always, there is no admission fee for viewing exhibits at the center.

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SOCIAL SECURITY NEWS

By Rich Fowler, Social Security Operations Supervisor in Dodge City

Ruth Farmer donated much blood while she lived in Wichita years ago. She was awarded a donor pin at that time. Now she finds she is eligible to donate blood once again here in Stevens County.

Brenda Kinser donates blood at the Red Cross Blood Drive which was at the Stevens County 4-H building last Thursday.

By Emily Sitz Director of the Southwest Kansas Library System 714 Ballinger • Garden City 620-275-0291 www.rcdc4kids.org Family Place Libraries in SW Kansas The SWKLS region will have five Family Place Libraries by the end of the year. Through the generous support of Russell Child Development Center’s Smart Start grant (2012) and Building Blocks grant (2013), Finney County Public Library, Grant County Public Library, Liberal Memorial Library, Dodge City Public Library, and Stanton County Public Library will join the national network of libraries committed to providing a family-friendly environment and child-centered programming.

The Family Place Libraries model emphasizes three areas: parenting collection and resource development; a discovery area within the children’s department which offers pre-literacy and early learning opportunities; and the signature program- The Parent Child Workshop.

The Workshop is typically offered once a week for a series of five consecutive weeks. The librarian’s role is that of a facilitator who creates the space and invites the participants.

The Workshop space is a large area, ideally a meeting room, with open-ended and creative play ‘centers’ : large blocks, a puppet theater, dress-up clothes, a play kitchen, construction ‘tools’, kinetic large motor toys, etc. The participants- caregivers and children ages 0-3 with siblings- spend the time playing—and discovering—and learning. Each Workshop features a childservices professional such as a nutritionist, a speech-language pathologist, or a behavioral specialist who, rather than presenting information in the form of a lecture, moves through the room, interacting with the parents and playing with the children. This set up provides a non-threatening environment for parents to ask questions and professionals to let parents know about services from which their children may benefit.

Smart Start and the current Building Blocks grant received funding from the State of Kansas Children’s Cabinet and Trust Fund. The libraries

participating in the Building Blocks Family Place Libraries project SW Kansas are in counties which have been designated by the State as having a high risk 0-6 population. Not every public library may be able to become a certified Family Place Libraries site but every public library can embrace the philosophy: a family–welcoming environment and the importance of openended creative play to the development of literacy skills.

Russell Child Development Center/RCDC, headquartered in Garden City, has been formally partnering with libraries in SWKLS since 2005. RCDC offers and manages a variety of resources, people, and programs in most counties in Southwest Kansas, providing vital assistance to children, parents, and care providers.

RCDC’s staff and network are rich in sources of information and programming opportunities for public libraries providing yet another way in which the librarian can facilitate relationships in the community.

Please check out their Web site at www.rcdc4kids. org/rcdc/RCDC.html.

Clemie Schmitt turns 99, help her celebrate

ROCKING RETIREMENT Generations ago, retirement was thought of as a time to take it easy - a time of rocking on porch chairs and reminiscing about the good old days.

But that’s not the case with the current generation of retirees.

In fact, many older people today continue to rock on. Just look at some of the superstars touring and performing concerts this year who are old enough to collect Social Security retirement payments.

They’re still rocking, but not in chairs.

Bob Dylan is on tour, as he usually is during summer months. Dylan is 71 years old.

But with a recent album and new tour dates, you’d never know he was of retirement age.

Neil Young is touring with Crazy Horse to support their new album. The “godfather of grunge” is 67 years young. He’s become the “Old Man” he sang about in his Harvest days.

Paul McCartney’s current “Out There” tour may more appropriately be called his “Up There” tour. The former Beatle is now age 70.

Willie Nelson is “On the Road Again.” The music icon is 79 years old and seems to be touring nonstop.

Aretha Franklin is 71. Carlos Santana is 65. Carly Simon is 67. Mick Jagger and Keith Richards are both 69, as is Joni Mitchell. Leonard Cohen is 78.

B.B. King is 87. They’re all still performing their music.

Of course, some of these well-known musicians may not be eligible to receive Social Security benefits. But all of them are of retirement age. So where are their rocking chairs and knitting needles?

It’s hard to believe, looking at all of these mature stars, that retirement used to be associated with bridge and shuffleboard.

It’s not just musicians. In fact, many people decide to put off applying for retirement benefits. And even after they do begin collect-

ing benefits, many “retirees” prefer to keep working - or at least moving and shaking.

Most people know you can begin collecting early Social Security benefits at age 62, with a reduction in the monthly amount. The full retirement age is gradually going up from 66 for people born between 1943 and 1954, to 67 for people born in 1960 and later. You can delay retirement even further and receive a higher payment when you retire, up until you reach age 70. And another thing changed since the past generation: you can continue to

Gerald Cowser gives blood at the Red Cross Blood Drive while Shari Roach looks on. Gerald has donated over five gallons of blood throughout the years.

Hugoton Recreation Commission

Co-Ed Softball League Sign up at the HRC Register by July 12 Fee: $100 Call us at 544-4675 211 S. Madison www.hugotonrec.com

CELEBRATE 2

Clemie Schmitt Clemie Schmitt is celebrating her ninety-ninth birthday this year and the public is invited to come wish her a very Happy Birthday Saturday, July 6 at the Coffee Shop in Pioneer Manor from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. She requests no gifts, please, but would love cards!

work and still receive retirement benefits.

Learn more about Social Security retirement benefits by reading our publication on the subject at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs.

When you’re ready to retire, the best place to apply is from the comfort of your home computer, with some of your favorite music blaring in the background. Begin the process with our Retirement Planner at www.socialsecurity.gov/retire ment. Crank up the tunes, and start planning before you head out to your next concert.

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JULY4th The Hugoton Hermes Office will be CLOSED THURSDAY, JULY 4 to celebrate.

The staff of the Hermes wishes you a safe and happy holiday.

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Help celebrate 100 years of Rolla this week!

ROLLA NEWS

By Mary Courtney

July 4, 5 & 6 Rolla Centennial Celebration.

Friday, July 5 Logan Mize concert in the high school gymnasium; 6:30 p.m.

Community members invited to worship together Sunday There will be a community worship service Sunday morning at the park beginning at 11:00 a.m. Special music will be presented by Wild and Sweet from Oklahoma City, Ok. There will be a love offering accepted for Wild and Sweet. In addition, a collection of non-

perishable food items will be accepted at the service.

Canned or boxed food items as well as monetary donations are needed for the Morton County Food Bank.

Please join in the community worship at the park!

Cyper scams are revealed This report, which is based upon information from law enforcement and complaints submitted to the IC3, details recent cyber crime trends and new twists to previously-existing cyber scams.

Tech Support calls purportedly from a wire transfer company The IC3 has recently received complaints from businesses regarding telephone calls from individuals claiming to be with a wire transfer company’s tech support. One complainant reported that the wire transfer company’s name was displayed on their caller ID. The callers instructed the victims to go to a particular website to run an application which allows the caller to remotely access the victim’s computer. Once remote access was established, the victims were instructed to open their wire transfer program and log-in to their accounts, so the callers could update the system. The victims were then told to turn off their monitors, to avoid interference with the update. The victims later discovered the subjects made wire transfers to NetSpend accounts. One victim noticed something downloading onto his computer once the caller gained remote access. This made the victim suspicious, so he turned off his computer.

Later, he discovered the caller had loaded $950 on a prepaid credit card from the victim’s account. Another victim reported money transfers were made to various states and individuals, but the caller reassured the victim that no transfers were actually being processed. No other details were provided.

Web sites posting mug shots and extortion The IC3 has received hundreds of complaints from individuals claiming they located their mug shots on 20 different websites, all of which allegedly use similar business practices.

Some victims reported they were juveniles at the time of the arrests and their records were sealed. Therefore, their information should not be available to the public. Others stated the information posted on the sites

was either incorrect or blatantly false.

Complainants who requested to have their mug shot removed, had to provide a copy of their driver’s license, court record and other personal identifying information. However, providing such information puts those at risk for identify theft.

Complainants were also subject to paying a fee to have their mug shot removed. Although they paid the fee, some of the mug shots were not removed. If they were removed, the mug shots appeared on similar websites.

If the victim threatened to report the Web sites for unlawful practice, the websites’ owners threatened to escalate the damaging information against the victim.

Attackers use Skype, other IM apps to spread Liftoh Trojan SC Magazine featured the following article June 1, 2013 “Users receiving shortened URLs in Skype instant messages, or similar IM platforms, should be wary of a new trojan, called Liftoh.

“So far, it has primarily infected users in Latin America, said Rodrigo Calvo, a researcher at Symantec.

When targeted, victims receive a message in Spanish containing a shortened URL. The messages appear as if they are coming from someone on the user’s Skype contact list who is linking to a photo. If clicked, the link redirects users to 4shared.com, which is hosting a URL, which initiates a weaponized zip file containing Liftoh. The trojan is capable of downloading additional malware.”

“The malicious URLs have been clicked on more than 170,000 times, according to Symantec.”

For more information regarding online scams visit our Press Room page for the most current Public Service Announcements. http://www.ic3. gov/media/default.aspx.

Submitted by the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center, or “IC3”.

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Moore’s Greater Shows Carnival is just one of the many attractions to be featured at Rolla’s Centennial Celebration this coming Thursday,

Friday and Saturday, July 4-6. There will be games, races, sports tournaments, a concert and more!

Plan ahead to keep trips safer People across the nation will take to the roads, and be out in their communities to celebrate America’s independence this Fourth of July.

The Kansas Highway Patrol and the Kansas Department of Transportation are encouraging everyone to plan ahead, to make their trips and their celebrations safer.

Nationally over the July 4 holidays from the last five years (2007-2011), according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 780 people lost their lives in crashes involving drivers who were driving under the influence. These fatalities account for 40 percent of all motor vehicle traffic fatalities over this same five-year period. In 2012, in Kansas, there were 149 crashes over the July 4 reporting period (6:00 p.m.

Tuesday, July 3, 2012, through 11:59 p.m. Wednesday, July 4, 2012). Three of those crashes were fatality crashes, and 36 were injury crashes. Of the 149 total crashes, 13 were alcohol-related.

Law enforcement agencies from across the State of Kansas will be out actively watching for impaired drivers over the Fourth of July holiday weekend. Officers want everyone to have fun, but to do so safely and responsibly.

If you are going to celebrate, or be drinking alcohol, have a plan established for a safe ride ahead of time.

For those traveling over the holiday weekend, be sure

to check your route ahead of time. The Kansas Department of Transportation maintains helpful tools to allow you to check for road construction, and other issues that might delay your trip.

Visit www.kandrive.org to see a map of the state’s roads, with links to our neighboring states’ sites, weather information, and other helpful items. Motorists can also call 511 - or 1-866-511-KDOT - to hear the road conditions from any phone in Kansas. If you are traveling on a Kansas highway and need assistance from the Kansas Highway Patrol, you can call *47 (*HP) from your cell phone, or for the Kansas Turnpike dispatch, call *582 (*KTA).

A few tips to help keep you safe this holiday weekend: - If you plan to drive, do not drink. If you plan to drink, designate a non-drinking driver ahead of time and give that person your keys.

- Never ride with a driver who has been drinking.

- Take a list of phone numbers with you for cabs or friends to call for a sober ride home.

- If possible, plan to spend the night at the event.

- If you are throwing a party, provide non-alcoholic alternatives, and never let guests drive drunk.

- Report impaired drivers to your local law enforcement agency.

- Always buckle up and properly secure children in their safety seats.

PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, June 20, 2013) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS PLAINTIFF v.

Southwest Bank, N.A.; Jon R. Christopher, a/k/a, Jon Christopher; Douglas D. Christopher a/k/a Doug Christopher; James F. Christopher a/k/a Jim Christopher; Nancy J. Christopher a/k/a Nancy McKittrick; Hazel Costello; Harold Christopher; Jerry Christopher; Edith L. Christopher; Dennis W. Straetz; Lucille Seybold; Albert Flummerfelt a/k/a A. A. Flummerfelt; Pauline Greer; Margaret Flummerfelt; James E. Flummerfelt; Mary Ellen Cochran; June F. Flummerfelt; Doris J. Popejoy; Jerald R. Popejoy; Leone Clinesmith; Erma Parker; Alma Lane; Cleo Clinesmith; Carrol Lakin; Myrna Louise Ipson; William J. Littell; Charles R. Littell; Opal Littell Estate c/o Frank J. Scwartz; George H. Hull, JR.; Peggy E. Hoskinson; Charles F. Hull; Joy A. Rankin; Robin D. Hull; Fairy A. Wray; Philip C. Hull; George W. Hunter; Bobby Hunter; Steve McKee; Brian McKee; Lloyd Hull, Jr.; Lorrie Munsell; Larry D. Hull; Arthur E. Osborn; Donna Jo Walters; William D. Osborn; Royce L. Spangler; Caroline Smith; Kenneth A. Spangler; Harry F. Spangler; Loyal L. Spangler; Bonnie Wilson; Claribell Spangler; Sharon L. Kummer; Audrey J. Hornback; James M. Spangler; Catherine L. Spangler; N. LaFaun Fisher; Cherry Rider; Charles W. Naaza; Charry Rider, Trustee of the Opal Littell family Trust date August 6, 1997; Doretta G. Spangler Life Estate Int; Archibald J. Christopher, Trustee for Caroline S. Christopher, Austin L. Christopher, Annie E. Flummerfelt, Ella B. Christopher, Catherine C. Spangler, Fannie E. Ipson, Caroline Osborn, Archibald J. Christoper; A.E. Kramer, Trustee for Caroline S. Christopher, Austin L. Christopher, Annie E. Flummerfelt, Ella B. Christopher, Catherine C. Spangler, Fannie E. Ipson, Caroline Osborn, Archibald J. Christopher; Clarence J. Eves; Alan Cummings d/b/a Al’s Bonding; Carlos Badillo; Angelica Badillo; Barbara L. Carithers d/b/a Barb’s Bail Bonds; Alvaro Z. Maravilla; Leticia C. Maravilla;

Kansas Department of Revenue; Eugene J. Plummer; Beneficial Mortgage Company of Kansas, Inc.; Sally Matkin; Melvin Vaughn; Kevin F. Jones; Pamela K. Jones; Jackie L. Vaughn; Southwestern Savings & Loan; Stevens County, Kansas; Marshal Peebles; Julie Peebles; Arlan S. Fox; Edna Aker; Isabel Briggs; William Williamson; Dorothy Neil R. Williamson; Yvonne Poelwijk, Administratior of the Arlan S. Fox Estate; Roscoe Jennings, JR.; Department of Treasury, Internal Revenue Service; Bank of America, N.A.; Strickland Sales & Service; Raymond L. Strickland Estate; Edward L. Strickland; Linn W. Strickland; F. Ray Strickland; Southwest Bank, N.A.; Green Tree Servicing LLC f/k/a Conseco Finance Servicing Corp., f/k/a Green Tree Financing Servicing Corporation; Citizens Bank Automobile Finance, Inc.; Hudson & Keyse, LLC; Bank of America; Harvest Credit Mgt VII; DEFENDANTS CASE NO. 120CV-33 NOTICE OF SUIT AND NOTICE OF HEARING STATE OF KANSAS TO THE ABOVENAMED DEFENDANTS, AND ALL OTHER PERSONS WHO ARE OR MAY BE CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed in this court by The Board of Commissioners of Stevens County, Kansas, praying for judgment against you for taxes owed to Stevens County, Kansas for real property owned by you. You are hereby required to file your written defenses thereto on or before the 24th day of July, 2013, at 11:00 o’clock a.m. in said court, in the city of Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place said cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition.

THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS, Petitioners ROBERT E. JOHNSON II JOHNSON LAW OFFICE, PA 118 W. Madison avenue Iola, KS 66a749 (620) 365-3778 Attorneys for Petitioners

Micah Hall

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ROLLA!

Many activities and reunions will be happening in Rolla this week during the centennial celebration.

Moore's Carnival has already rolled into town and will be up and running Thursday.

There will be games, races, softball tournaments and fun for all in Rolla Thursday through Sunday.

Micah Hall finishes fourth in Colorado Micah Hall spent three days in Kim, Co., riding in the rodeo with her new horse, Foot. She is feeling confident with her new partner. He's not quite ready to set the national record in poles, but is improving each day.

Micah placed second in break away the first day with a 6.2, then she missed during the second day.

She placed fourth with a 4.1 in her final day of competition.

Solution to June 27, 2013 puzzle

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Ag Wise Joshua Morris, Stevens County Extension Agent A.N.R. jcmorris@ksu.edu office: 620-544-4359

Corn leaf diseases in Kansas There are several leaf diseases that can infect corn in Kansas in any given year. They can all be controlled with some combination of hybrid selection, tillage management, crop rotation, planting dates, or foliar fungicides.

The primary corn leaf diseases of concern in Kansas are: Anthracnose leaf blight

Anthracnose leaf blight. Photo courtesy of Ohio State University, ohioline.osu.edu/acfact/0022.html Symptoms are tan, irregularshaped lesions on the lower leaves as early as V3 to V4. Lesions may reach a half-inch in length, with a red, reddish brown, or yellow orange border.

Anthracnose is most common in fields with old corn debris present. High temperatures and cloudy, rainy weather favor infection. Most occurrences of the disease are found in northeastern Kansas under no-till conditions.

Resistant hybrids can be used to control this disease, but producers should be sure that the hybrid is resistant to anthracnose leaf blight, not just anthracnose stalk rot, since the two types of resistance are different. Producers can also help reduce this disease by using rotation or tillage to eliminate crop debris. Use of foliar fungicides to control early anthracnose has not been demonstrated to be profitable since hot weather alone usually checks the disease’s progress. Having anthracnose leaf blight has no bearing on the development of anthracnose stalk rot. The stalk rot infection enters the plant through the roots, not from leaf infections.

Common rust

Common rust on corn. Photo courtesy of Iowa State University, www.ent.iastate.edu/im agegal/plantpath/corn/com rust/0796.37comrust.html This disease is typically less serious in Kansas than the other leaf diseases. Symptoms are small, round to elongated pustules that start out golden brown then turn darker later in the season. Common rust pustules commonly form on both sides of the leaf and are sparser than those of southern rust.

This disease can occur wherever corn is grown. Infection is favored by moderate temperatures (60 to 77 degrees) and high relative humidity (greater than 95 percent for at least six hours).

Common rust is easily controlled by using resistant hybrids. Fungicides are not recommended for this disease

alone since common rust causes only minimal yield loss.

Goss’s bacterial wilt

Goss's wilt. Photo by Doug Jardine, K-State Research and Extension.

This disease is caused by a bacterial, not a fungal, infection.

Foliar symptoms are long, gray/tan lesions with wavy margins that follow the leaf veins.

Within these lesions, dark green to black water-soaked spots that take on the appearance of freckles usually appear and are an excellent diagnostic symptom (see left side of photo). When early season infection takes place (V4 – V6), the plant can become systemically infected. Systemically infected plants will have brown to orange colored vascular bundles in the stalk (see right side of photo). Wounding from hail or sand blasting is usually required for infection to occur.

This disease occurs primarily in northwest Kansas, northeast Colorado, and southwest Nebraska, but has begun to spread to other areas in recent years. It can be managed with resistant hybrids and crop rotation. Since the disease is caused by a bacterium, fungicides will not control the disease.

Gray leaf spot

Northern corn leaf blight.

Photo courtesy of Iowa State University, www.ent.iastate. edu/imagegal/plantpath/ corn/northleafblight/ncorn_le af_blight_0796_02.html Symptoms are gray, elongated lesions one to six inches long. The lesions appear on the oldest leaves first, and progress upward. Lesions may become tan as they mature.

Northern corn leaf blight is most common in continuous corn where crop debris remains on the surface. Conditions that favor infection are temperatures of 65 to 80 degrees with extended periods of dew.

There are many hybrids with resistance to northern corn leaf blight. Producers can also help reduce this disease by using rotation or tillage to eliminate crop debris. Symptoms could be confused with Goss’s wilt (see above at left). There will be no “freckles” within the lesion with northern corn leaf blight.

Southern rust

Symptoms develop on the lowest leaves first and progress upward. The first symptoms are tiny lesions surrounded by a yellow halo. These eventually elongate into pale brown or gray rectangular lesions ranging from less than an inch to two inches in size. The entire leaves may become blighted.

Gray leaf spot survives in infested plant debris on the soil surface. In Kansas, initial infections occur in late June and early July. Cloudy weather accompanied by prolonged periods of leaf wetness and high humidity favor disease development.

Severe damage often occurs in low spots or in fields bordered by trees or streams where air circulation is poor.

To control gray leaf spot, producers can use a crop rotation that is long enough to eliminate corn debris. Producers can also till under the old corn debris.

There are many hybrids available with at least partial resistance. Producers can also use foliar fungicides when the economic threshold is exceeded.

Application of a fungicide prior to full tasseling is not recommended as crop damage can occur prior to this stage of development.

Northern corn leaf blight

KUBIN AERIAL FOR APPLICATIONS OF AGRICULTURAL CHEMICALS SEEDING AND FERTILIZING GREG & DEB KUBIN

MOSCOW, KS. 598-2356

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Agriculture Corner FSA - NRCS - SCCD

544-2261 USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer and lender.

Sign-up for Soil & Water Conservation Incentive Practices The Stevens County Conservation District’s Water Resources Cost-Share program addresses local priorities. Soil and water quality, protection and conservation efforts are the major focus of this program. This period sign-up will end July 15, 2013. All practices will be approved through a priority ranking system and available funds.

The Program provides financial incentives to landowners for establishment of conservation practices which reduce soil erosion, improve or protect water quality, and enhance water supplies. Major program objectives include: 1) reducing sedimentation, nutrient and pesticide runoff, and fecal coliform bacteria loading in targeted public water supply areas, 2) reduce soil erosion to an average of five tons per acre on cropland and two tons per acre on grazing lands, and 3) reduce groundwater use by enhancing irrigation system efficiencies on an average of 20 percent.

LIVESTOCK WATER WELL,

WATERING FACILITY, PIPELINE, CROSS-FENCING GRASS SEEDING and RE-ESTABLISHMENT A minimum of 40 acres and enhance the grazing distribution in the pasture is required for livestock practices UNDERGROUND PIPELINE TO CONVERT FLOOD IRRIGATION TO CENTER PIVOT Showing at least ten percent water saving. end guns on a system will not be eligible.

Other practices included in the cost-share program are: Windbreak / Shelterbelt applies to conditions in or around open cropland needing protection against wind to soils or crops, livestock facilities and homesteads.

Critical Area Planting applies to the shaping and seeding of highly erodible areas.

Range Seeding & Pasture and Hayland Planting applies to conversion of cropland to range planting or to improvement grass stand and to reduce soil and water loss.

Abandoned Water Well

Plugging to prevent the introduction of contaminants into sources of groundwater via an abandoned or inactive well.

Failing On-Site Waste Water System addresses the repair or closing of a failing on-site wastewater system or bringing into county sanitation codes, which can have an impact on water quality improvement.

For additional information, technical service, and/or costshare assistance to improve your operation contact our office at 544-2991 ext 3.

There is a Happening Taking Place What: A Card Shower When: July-August 14 Where: 909 S. Adams Why: Beulah Carter is having a Birthday If you know Beulah and would like to wish her a great day please feel free to send a card.

Agency, LP 4-H’ers qualify Market Report Pate The Crop Insurance Specialists At the Close Tuesday for State 4-H Don Beesley, Horse Show Wheat . . . . . . . . . . . 6.79 Agent Brought to you by:

Southern rust on corn. Photo

by Doug Jardine, K-State Research and Extension.

Gray leaf spot on corn. Photo

by Doug Jardine, K-State Research and Extension.

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Southern rust pustules looks similar to common rust, but there are usually a lot more of them and they usually only occur only on the upper leaf surfaces. This often gives the upper leaves a dusty appearance.

Southern rust does not overwinter in Kansas. Spores blow up from southern production areas in mid- to late-July.

Warm, humid weather favors infection.

Resistant hybrids are the best choice for management. If susceptible hybrids are planted late, and disease conditions are favorable, applications of a systemic foliar fungicide may be warranted.

Summary The following are leaf diseases that can occur in certain situations: Continuous corn, with residue on the surface: All diseases Continuous corn, no residue on the surface: Common rust, southern rust Rotated corn: Common rust, southern rust * The following lists leaf diseases according to the time of year they typically occur in Kansas: 1. (Earliest in the season) Anthracnose leaf blight 2. Common rust 3. Gray leaf spot 4. Northern corn leaf blight 5. Goss’s wilt 6. (Latest in the season) Southern rust * The following lists leaf diseases according to how commonly they occur in Kansas: 1. (Most common) Common rust 2. Gray leaf spot 3. Southern rust 4. Goss’s wilt 5. Anthracnose leaf blight 6. (Least common) Northern corn leaf blight * The following lists corn leaf diseases in order of the potential yield loss they typically cause under moderate to severe infections: 1. (Most severe yield loss) Gray leaf spot 2. Southern rust 3. Goss’s wilt 4. Anthracnose leaf blight 5. Northern corn leaf blight 6. (Least severe yield loss) Common rust

By Doug Jardine, Extension Plant Pathologist.

Seven Stevens County 4-H’ers braved the heat Tuesday, June 25 to compete in the Southwest District 4-H Horse Show in Garden City.

All were successful, earning a blue or purple, which qualifies them to compete at the State 4-H Horse Show in Hutchinson the weekend of September 13-15. The results are as follows: Four and Over Stock Type Gelding: Montana Beesley, Blue; Sydney Beesley, Blue; Claire Clark, Red; Sarah Johnson, Blue; Megan Newlon, Purple Showmanship ages 14-18: Elizabeth Johnson, Red; Sarah Johnson, Red Showmanship ages 9-13: Montana Beesley, White; Sydney Beesley, Blue; Claire Clark, Blue; Frances Gaskill, Red; Megan Newlon, Purple English Pleasure ages 913: Montana Beesley, Purple; Megan Newlon, Blue English Equitations ages 9-13: Montana Beesley, Blue; Megan Newlon, Blue Pleasure Pairs: Megan Newlon, Purple Western Pleasure ages 1418: Elizabeth Johnson, Blue; Sarah Johnson, Red Western Pleasure ages 913: Montana Beesley, Purple; Sydney Beesley, Purple; Claire Clark, Red; Frances Gaskill, Red; Austin Newlon, Purple; Megan Newlon, Blue Western Horsemanship ages 14-18: Elizabeth Johnson, Blue; Sarah Johnson, Blue Western Horsemanship ages 9-13: Montana Beesley, Purple; Sydney Beesley, Blue; Claire Clark, Blue; Frances Gaskill, Blue; Rebecca Johnson, Red; Austin Newlon, Blue; Megan Newlon, Blue Level III Horsemanship: Frances Gaskill, White Trail ages 14-18: Elizabeth Johnson, Red; Sarah Johnson, Blue Trail ages 9-13: Montana Beesley, Purple; Sydney Beesley, Purple; Claire Clark, Red; Frances Gaskill, Red; Rebecca Johnson, Blue; Austin Newlon, Blue; Megan Newlon, Purple Reining ages 14-18: Sarah Johnson, Red Reining ages 9-13: Claire Clark, Red; Rebecca Johnson, Blue; Megan Newlon, Purple Congratulations, and good luck at State Fair!

Milo . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.06 Corn . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.73 Soybeans . . . . . . . . 14.63

Office: 620-544-8068 Cell: 620-544-6888 Equal Opportunity Provider

Now Contracting Fall Delivery Corn at +35 to 40¢ basis December Corn Also call us about Corn Silage Steven Bagley 620-544-4379

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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.

HELP WANTED HELP WANTED: Project Coordinator - Hugoton, Ks. Description of primary duties and responsibilities: helping with scheduling, estimating, procurement, helping at job site, deliveries, pick ups. Skills: computer literate, construction background. Years experience: 1 year of administration (preferred in construction). Please apply via this link: https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=5371981.

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BOOKKEEPER NEEDED Pearcy Irrigation is seeking a bookkeeper. Full-time or part-time. Knowledge of QuickBooks preferred.

Stop by our office at 510 W. Fifth for an application or call Ashley at 620-541-1305 (1c27)

NIGHT WATCHMAN Duties would include unloading cattle, weighing commodity trucks, checking feed bunks. Benefits include affordable health, dental & vision.

ESOP retirement program.

Apply at Ulysses Feedyard, 1765 E. Rd 21, Ulysses, Ks. 67880 620-356-1750

FULL TIME PARTS TECHNICIAN

We are looking for a full-time parts technician with experience in mechanical and/or equipment parts inventory. A minimum of 2 years’ experience in parts is required with computer skills, attention to detail, and time management.

Please send your resume to Trailer & Trails, 524 E. Pancake Blvd, Liberal, Ks. 67901 or stop by and speak with Randy Froelich.

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IMPERIAL SECURITY

8 Officers Needed Officers $9-$11 per hour Lead Officers $11-$13 per hour No experience needed - we will train you!

Located in Hugoton

Call 866-840-2066 Ask for Carl

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Inventory/Accounting Position

TAKING APPLICATIONS Job Description: Settlement Clerk Accurately records data pertaining to receiving, storing and shipping of grain Essential duties & responsibilities include the following.

Other duties may be assigned.

• Processes grain and/or freight settlements accurately and in a timely manner • Resolves discrepancies on accounting records between customers and the company.

• Computes totals of document items.

• Compares figures and totals on documents with statement of accounts submitted by accounting department to verify accuracy of documents.

• Assists with daily mail processing duties • Ensures grain is settled with customers in accordance with contract specifications and company policy.

• Reconciles shipments, receipts, and contract balances.

Reasonable accomodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be flexible and able to work all shifts.

Great Plains Gas Compression, Inc. of Hugoton is currently seeking a qualified person for employment as an Inventory Accountant.

This is a data entry position. Basic knowledge of accounting principles preferred, but not required. Strong Excel skills required.

Applicant must be self motivated with good work ethic and be detail oriented. Ability to work closely within a team environment is essential.

This position will be full time with benefits. Pay will be proportionate to experience.

Great Plains offers a competitive employment package including 401k AND Health, Dental and Life Insurance.

Position Open for the 2013/2014 School Year

Heritage Christian Academy Art Teacher Physical Education Teacher Music Teacher Part-time Aide Full-time Aide

Has the Lord instilled you with the gift of service, teaching, etc.?

Do you believe in the ministry of Christian education?

Do you feel that God might be calling you to a ministry at HCA? If so, please contact us at: 505 E 1st Street, PO Box 744 Hugoton, KS 67951 Phone 620-544-7005

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PUBLIC NOTICE (Published in The Hugoton Hermes, Hugoton, Kansas, June 20, 2013) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS CRAIG SWINNEY, PLAINTIFF V. 1997 TIMPTE GRAIN TRAILER VIN#1TDH46629VB091767 RELIANT TRANSPORTATION CF, LLC; A Nebraska limited liability company; Burke Smith, Corporate Counsel; State of Kansas; And the unknown heirs, executors, administrators, devisees, trustees, creditors, and assigns of any deceased defendants; the unkonwn officers, successors, trustees, creditors, and assigns of any defendants which are existing, dissolved, or dormant corporations; the unknown executors, administrators, devisees, trustees, creditors, successors, and assigns of any defendants who are or were partners or in partnership; the unkonwn guardians, conservators, and trustees of any defendants who are minors or under any legal disability; and the unkonwn heirs, executors, administrators, devisees, trustees, creditors, and assigns of any person alleged to be deceased and any

person claiming an interest in the 1997 TIMPTE GRAIN TRAILER VIN #1TDH46629VB091767, DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF SUIT AND NOTICE OF HEARING STATE OF KANSAS TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS, AND ALL OTHER PERSONS WHO ARE OR MAY BE CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that a Petition has been filed in the District Court of Stevens County, Kansas, by Craig Swinney, praying for a decree quieting the title to the following described vehicle: 1997 Timpte Grain Trailer, VIN No. 1TDH46629VB091767.

You are required to plead to said Petition on or before the 24th day of July, 2013, at 11:00 a.m. in said Court at Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas.

Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon said Petition. /s/ Craig Swinney Johnson Law Office PA Robert E. Johnson II PO Box 866 Iola, KS 66749 620.365.2778 Attorneys for Plaintiff

TRUCK DRIVER WITH CURRENT CDL Benefits Included ~ Home Every Night

Please inquire at 428-5180 or 544-8889

Premier Alfalfa, Inc.

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ROUSTABOUT LABORER Clean valid Kansas driver’s license. CDL preferred but not required.

Apply at Kynco LLC, 914 Commissioners Ave. Hugoton, Ks. 67951 or call 620-544-2558.

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CURRENT OPENINGS AT ABENGOA BIOENERGY We are recruiting for the following positions at our firstof-its-kind facility in Hugoton: Plant Engineers; Laboratory Supervisor; Laboratory Technicians; Microbiologist; Electrical Maintenance Technicians; Plant Operators (Shift Workers).

Applicants should have a good work ethic and the ability to work closely within a team environment. Good pay and great benefits with Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance plus a matching 401k plan.

Apply online at www.abengoabioenergy.com Click “English” then “Employment” at the bottom of the page.

Then click “Job Location” to find the Hugoton positions.

You can also fax your resume to the attention of ABBK HR Manager at 636-728-1148 or email Cheri.Johnson@abengoabioenergy.com. (4p27)

NEW POSITION AVAILABLE SALES REPRESENTATIVE

www.ghummsauto.com

“START YOUR CAREER WITH GHUMM’S AUTO CENTER...A LEADER IN THE INNOVATIVE AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY” Description: MECHANIC/TECHNICIAN RESPONSIBILITIES AND REQUIRED SKILLS: • Prior Automotive experience required or Trade School • ASE Certification preferred • Ability to read and comprehend instructions • Professional appearance and work ethics • Must have own tools • Valid driver’s license Starting wage @ $24 per hour

Heritage Christian Academy’s mission is to produce Christian leaders by transforming the hearts and minds of students through Superior Academics, a Scriptural Worldview and a sustained Relationship with Jesus Christ.

USD #209 - Moscow is needing two Spec Ed Paraprofessionals.

Leave message for Hope Pierson at 620-598-2205 for info or applications are available at the District Office. (2c27)

Resumes can be faxed to 620-544-4141 or mailed to PO Box 639, Hugoton, Ks. 67951 Attn: HR (3c25)

Hansen Mueller Company 1182 Road Q, Hugoton, Kansas 620-428-6518(2c26)

TWO PARAPROFESSIONALS NEEDED

Benefits included: Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health Insurance plus dental; paid vacations and holidays with flexible time off. Call,

email or come in to apply: Ghumm’s Auto Center 531 S. Jackson St., Hugoton, KS 67951 620-544-7800 • juliegac@pld.com

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PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, June 27, 2013) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS ROY T. CLOUD II, ET AL. PLAINTIFFS v.

CLAUDE D. WHITFIELD TESTAMENTARY TRUST, ET AL. DEFENDANTS Case No. 13CV14 NOTICE OF SUIT (Chapter 60) To Claude D. Whitfield Testamentary Trust, Gary Herriford Whitfield, Elizabeth Whitfield, Robin Marie Whitfield, Charles Day Whitfield, Mindy Whitfield, Michael David Whitfield, Marcus W. Gile, Stephanie Stephenson, Barbara A. Gile Estate, Jo Ann Wolf, ARJO Properties, LTD, Robert Hannifin, Katherine L. Thompson, David Thompson, Melanie E. Hickey, Donald R. Hickey, Swen E. Nordling, Brenda K. Nordling, Betty R. Sturdy, Lyle G. Sturdy Estate, the unknown heirs, executors, administrators, devisees, trustees, creditors, assigns and spouses of any deceased defendants; the unknown officers, successors, trustees, creditors and assigns of any defendants which are existing, dissolved or dormant corporations; the unknown executors, administrators, devisees, trustees, creditors, successors and assigns of any defendants who are or were partners; the unknown guardians, conservators and trustees of any minor defendants or those under legal dis-

ability; and all other concerned persons: You are notified that a petition has been filed in the District Court of Stevens County, Kansas, by Roy T. Cloud II, George William Cloud, Margaret A. Cloud, Riva E. Cloud (Kansas) Trust, dated March 2, 1994, Daniel W. Cloud, Amy E. Cloud, Erwin A. Ulbrich, Jr., Myrna Rose Ulbrich, Ruth Anne Wicks-Farthing, David Floyd Farthing, Philip S. Wadsworth, Gloria P. Wadsworth, Patricia A. Elliott, praying that title to real estate situate in Stevens County, Kansas, to wit: The SW/4 of Section 1-33-38, West of the 6th P. M. (surface and minerals), be quieted in them and certain named defendants in the proportions set out in the Petition, and that you be forever barred, restrained and enjoined from setting up or claiming any right, title, interest, estate, equity, lien or claim in and to said real estate, adverse to that set forth in the Petition.

You are hereby required to answer or plead otherwise to said petition on or before the 5th day of August, 2013, in said Court, by filing said answer or pleading with the district court at the county courthouse in Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition.

KRAMER, NORDLING & NORDLING, LLC 209 East Sixth Street Hugoton, KS 67951 Telephone: 620-544-4333 Fax: 620-544-2230 Email: erick.nordling@nordlinglaw.com Attorneys for Plaintiffs

American Implement, Inc. is currently seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of Sales Representative in the Hugoton location.

Responsibilities are to promote and sell our agricultural line of products. Qualified candidates will have the ability to develop loyal customer relationships. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are necessary. Three to five years experience in sales and a background in agriculture or a related field is essential.

American Implement offers competitive wages and an excellent benefits package, which includes life, health and supplemental insurance and 401(k) Plan.

Send cover letter and resume to Joe Ford, Store Manager, American Implement, Inc., East Highway 51, Hugoton, Ks. 67951 or (3c26) call (800)544-9833 or (620)544-7722.

CURRENT OPENINGS AT STEVENS COUNTY HOSPITAL, MEDICAL CLINIC AND PIONEER MANOR NURSING HOME Pioneer Manor is seeking flexible individuals for the Household Coordinator Wheatfield. Duties include social services, day to day functioning of households, direct resident care, scheduling and staffing, and resident care planning. This job is for 8 hour shifts 5 days a week with some weekends and holidays. Requirements: CNA licensure, Basic Life Support, Social Service Designee preferred but not required. Other requirements include a love of geriatrics, sense of humor and being a team player. Please inquire through Human Resources at Stevens County Hospital.

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). Interested candidates must be certified with a Kansas license to be eligible for these positions.

Stevens County Healthcare’s Long Term Care Unit is currently searching for a Full-time CMA to work the day shift at Pioneer Manor from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. All interested candidates must have or be eligible for a Kansas CMA License. We offer a great benefits package and an incentive for CMA experience.

Stevens County Healthcare is searching for Full-time, Part-time and PRN RNs or LPNs to work on the Med/Surg floor. These positions are for night shift (7 pm-7 am). All candidates must have a Kansas RN/LPN licensure to be eligible. We are also searching for PRN CNAs to work as needed. All candidates must have a Kansas CNA license to be eligible. We offer outstanding benefits, competitive wages, sign on bonus of $2000 with one year contract for FT RNs/LPNs; $1000 with one year contract for PT RNs/LPNs; and mileage reimbursement to RNs or LPNs that live 15 miles or more outside of Stevens County.

Please contact Robyn Medina in Human Resources 620-544-8511 with any questions.

Applications can be picked up at the Information Desk located by the Medical Clinic.

View these ads online at hugotonhermesnews.com/classifieds Call 544-4321 or email hermesma@pld.com to submit YOUR ad!

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HELP WANTED USD 210 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Hugoton Elementary School is accepting applications for a High Plains Education Cooperative para professional.

Applications are available at Central Office, 205 E. Sixth or online at www.usd210.org. 48 college hours or a passing score on the ParaPro test is required.

C UNDER Member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS AND KANSAS ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS

112 S. Main • 620-356-5808 • Ulysses www.faulknerrealestate.com Se Habla Espanol-356-5808

Please contact Tiffany Boxum for more information at 544-4376 or tboxum@usd210.org.

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CT ONTRA

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. Additional acreage available. Call today!

NEW LISTING 17957 Road B, - Liberal - 125' Guyed Tower, concrete block building with chain link fence on 4.6 acres. West side of property adjacent to Blacktop Road.

307 N. Kansas, Suite 101 Liberal, KS 67901

(620) 624-1212

Exciting Opportunity Providing Cutting Edge Services

1155 Road 25, Rolla - PRIVATE AUCTION!!

Beautiful Brick 4 bed/3 bath, att garage, fpl, 8-stall horse barn, 40’x60’ metal equip shed, feeding facility w/600’ bunk line, working facilities, much, much more, all on 60 acres!

Call for our private showing!!

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with a Progressive Company in Southwestern Kansas Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Specialist with interpersonal skills and the ability to work with children, ages 0 to 8, and their families to provide a full array of mental health services. Also, the Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Specialist must demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with child care providers and early learning professionals.

Candidate will also provide Case Management Services. We work directly with children and their families in their homes, schools and community. These children are experiencing an emotional disturbance and need help to learn new skills and remain safe in their environment.

Come be a part of our professional team as we work cooperatively within the agency and with outside providers to meet the needs of our children. This very rewarding position lets you see positive change take place in a child’s life.

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a related human service field or equivalently qualified by work experience is required. Base pay starting at $12.98/hr., also additional compensation is given for experience. Candidates must pass KBI, SRS, motor vehicle screens, and have a valid driver’s license.

Benefits Include: Retirement: fully vested at time of employment; Health/Dental Insurance - portion of premium paid by AMHC; Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability - premium paid by AMHC; Holiday, Bereavement and Vacation/Sick days

Applications are available at: www.areamhc.org.

Resume/Applications can be sent to: Fax: 620.272.0171 or hr@areamhc.org Or Mailed to AMHC Attn: HR PO Box 1905, Garden City, KS 67846

SOLD 915 S. Jackson - 2 Bed/2 bath, partial bsmt, 45 x 24 Morton bldg, fence, cent H/A. Call for showing!!

928 S. Jackson - Frame, 2 bed/2 b., lg family rm, basement, cen H/A. Call for details!

SOLD

314 West 4th-Complete remodel w/updated kitchen, 2 bed/1 bath, central H/A, carport, fence...corner lot. A must see!!!

217 N Jackson- Nice Brick Ranch, 3 bed/3 b, full basement, fpl, fence, workshop...much, much more!! Call today!!

902 S. Harrison - Move in ready!!! 2 bed/1 b, beautiful kitchen, wood floors and carpet, deck, paved patio, fence, cen H/A!! Great starter home!! Call for appt!!

SOLD

600 S. Jefferson - Price Reduced!! 3 bed/2 bath, cen H/A, fence, 30 x 40 building. Call for details!!

2340 Road 20, Moscow - Beautiful Arkansas stone home, 4 bd/3 b, cen H/A, fpl, fin bsmt, 40 x 70 shop, much, much more!!

All on 6+ acres! Call today for appt!!

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Area Mental Health Center Serving Southwest Kansas Since 1961 (2c27)

EOE – Drug Free Workplace

FOR SALE FOR SALE: Black Angus Bulls, registered, tested, guarantee, excellent bloodlines, confirmation and performance, discounts.

Contact: Black Velvet Ranch, Aaron Plunkett, Syracuse, KS 620-384-1101.

(14c17)

1029 S. Van Buren- Ranch, 2 bed/1 b, fpl, att garage, storage shed.

Call to set up a showing!!

Mark Faulkner-Broker Karen Yoder - Associate/Broker Residential & Commercial Specialist

Delivery & stacking available

Chance Yoder - Salesperson Agricultural Land Residential & Commercial Specialist

Chance Yoder- Cellphone 544-1907

Karen Yoder

DEADLINE: 5 PM MONDAY

HOME FOR SALE 110 West Seventh Two Unit Brick Apartment FOR SALE BY OWNER 1200 square feet upstairs and 1200 in downstairs unit.

Upstairs - 2 bedroom & bath Downstairs - 3 bedroom & 1 1/2 bath

PRICE REDUCED!!

Call 544-7350 or 544-1936

201 6th Ave, Rolla 3 Bedrooms, 2-Car Garage, Large Shop, Travel Trailer Cement Pad for Hookups, Full Basement, Approximately 6 Acres.

Please call David Light at 544-9763.

David Light 620-544-9763 Fax: 620-356-5462 Office: 620-356-5808 faulkner@pld.com www.FaulknerRealEstate.com

FOR SALE BY OWNER

Call 580-253-6588 Cell: 620-655-2664 3 miles east & 3 miles south of Adams, Ok.

(2p26)

WANTED

3325 sq ft 5 bed/3 bath 2 living rooms Master suite upstairs

1003 S. Adams

Car port Det. garage in back Fenced yard

Call 620-544-3201

(tfc25)

FOR SALE BY OWNER

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--------------WANT TO PURCHASE: Minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557, Denver, Co. 80201.

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THANK YOU THANK YOU Relay for Life organizers and participants - thank you for the wonderful load of canned goods this weekend. The hundreds of cans filled our shelves.

Much appreciated!

Project Hope Board

THANK YOU We are truly blessed to live in such a wonderful caring community.

Our sincere thanks to all of you, our families and friends for your support while Vic battles this demon - acute myeloid leukemia. Since January our world has been a huge turmoil. Currently Vic is in remission and been home over a month! Daily, he has been able to work some in his wood shop. We continue to pray for strength and guidance.

Vic and Ruby Watkins Kevin, Koy, Katey & Kellen Watkins Logan, Shanna, Manny, Brian and Olivia Flores Kristin, Gordon, Sara, Amanda and Aleah Farnum

uce Price Red

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(park in back lot)

1030 S. Main

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Men & Women of alcoholic family & friends meet at 1405 Cemetery Rd. Mon. & Thurs. 8 pm 544-2610 or 544-2854 kansas-al-anon.org (tfc)

(tfc37) (tfc15)

Pioneer Manor Family Support Group

3rd Tuesdays - 1:00 p.m.

3rd Thursdays - 5:15 p.m.

Chapel at Pioneer Manor

FOR RENT FOR RENT: 2 RV hookups in Hugoton on private lot. Call for details 612-750-9474. (tfc25) --------------FOR RENT: 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments. Furnished or unfurnished. Bills included, washer and dryer, and cable. Call 5442232. (tfc) --------------FOR RENT: 2 RV or small trailer spaces. Call 428-5033 cell or 544-8202 home.

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1 Senior Apartment

• Must be 62 or disabled to qualify • Rent based on adjusted income at • All electric appliances • Coin-operated laundry facilities For information, • NO yard work RE!!

AND MO call Plaza Office If no answer, leave message

(tfc6)

Check us out online! hugotonhermesnews.com FIREARM SERVICE: HPR in Satanta has over fifty black guns in stock from entry level to bench guns. We are Class 3 for your NFA items such as suppressors and short barreled rifles. We take care of ATF paperwork. Give us a call for all your firearm needs. Shawn 620-629-7080 or shop 620-6492670.

(10p22) --------------HOPPER?? GENIE?? We have BOTH!! Call us for monthly prices and comparisons. Information, Upgrades, Full service, all from your LOCAL Retailer! Jay D’s Satellite 800-9529634. www.jaydsatellite.com.

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BUSINESS and PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY OD’s SHOP Your Snapper Dealer

620-544-4597 or 931-626-1274

711 E. Fifth Avenue ~ Spikes Addition

Call Selia Crawford at 544-2182

Small Engine Repair

Shown by appointment only.

WOULD LIKE TO BUY: Nice mobile home. Call 424-2176.

Assembly of God, 138 S. Main

Open Tues & Thurs 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.

SERVICES OFFERED

Dallas Bressler (owner)

FOR SALE • 2008 F250 Club Cab, silver, V10, $16,000 • 1994 Jayco Designer Series, always shedded, slideout, new A/C and awning, $12,000 • 2 McKess Towing Mirrors, easy to put on, $100

7:00 ~ 8:00 p.m. Mondays

544-4011

REAL ESTATE

--------------FOR SALE: 22’x8’ flatbed gooseneck Trailer, $2500 OBO. (tfc19) Call 620-428-1005.

--------------FOR SALE: Farm fresh eggs.

Call 620-544-1755.

(4p23) --------------FOR SALE: Yamaha Alto Sax, comes with new pads and stand. $400. Call 620598-2698.

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Chance Yoder

“Call Us For All Your Real Estate Needs”

Project Hope

Sunflower Plaza

Karen Yoder- 544-4161 or Cellphone 544-3730

Call DJ @ 620-430-1273 Days 620-428-6127 Evenings (tfc)

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FIREWOOD FOR SALE

Oak, Piñon, Mesquite, Pecan & More

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS will help you if you sincerely want to stop drinking. Call 544-8633. (tfc1) ---------------

AL-Anon Family Group

SOLD

D SOL

PREGNANT? NEED HELP? Call Birthright of Garden City, 620-276-3605 or Birthline of Liberal, 1404 N. Western, 620-626-6763. (tfc3)

An Encouragement Group

1035 S Van Buren-Nice 2 bed/1 b, cen H/A, att garage, circle drive, sprinkler, fence, storage shed. A Must See!!

SOLD

Now see these and other SW. Kansas properties at www.hugotonhomes.com

1111 S Jefferson- 3 bed/1 b, cen H/A, fence, carport, storage bldg. Call for details!!

(1c27)

GARAGE SALES GARAGE SALE: Friday, July 5, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m., and Saturday, July 6, 8:00 - 10:00 a.m., 1001 S. Van Buren --------------GARAGE SALE: Friday, July 5, 6:00 - 8:30 p.m., and Saturday, July 6, 8:00 - 11:00 a.m., 701 S. Adams St. in Back Gates on Seventh Street, Ethan Allen Rolltop Desk, Dishes, Bedding, Tons of Bags, Shoes, Clothes, Lamps, Computer Table, Bikes, New Carhartt Coat, Ski Stuff, LOTS of Miscellaneous -------------GARAGE SALE: Saturday, July 6, 8:00 a.m. - ???, 308 S. Jefferson, Household Items, Toys, Shoes, Men’s and Women’s Clothes, TVs, Home Decor, Baby Size 12-18 Months, Clothes, Etc.

620-428-6063 113 S Main, Hugoton (tfc)

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(620)544-7777 UPERIOR 510 E. 3rd OLUTIONS Hugoton

HOME REPAIR & LAWN CARE

Alan D. Higgins, Owner

(tfc46)

(620)428-6518 1182 Road Q • Hugoton (tfc12)

620-544-1517

Handy Haulers

Lawn Mowing/Odd Jobs

Kelly Mace

910 Van Buren 544-4403 or 453-9098 26p12

FDT ELECTRIC

THIS SPACE FOR RENT Call 620-544-4321 or email hermesma@pld.com today!

(tfc34)

Frankie Thomas, owner Licensed & Insured Over 30 years’ experience in Residential & Commercial Wiring

544-5915 or 544-7776

Great Deals ~ Easy Financing ~ Quality Service Office: (620)544-7800 531 S. Jackson Hugoton, Ks. 67951 (tfc6)

See YOUR ad here!

LAWN PRO Will Schnittker

600 E. 11th

IN STOCK *Carpet *Tile *Laminate *Vinyl

(tfc)

Call today to see your business here!

620-544-4321 or email hermesma@pld.com

The Hugoton Hermes

Thursday, July 4, 2013

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History From The Hermes

Sniff out a bargain in the Give Us A Call!

Classifieds!

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Compiled by Ruthie Winget Thursday, July 10, 2008 Spencer Light, age 17, recently returned from a month long sojourn in China.

Spencer, son of David and Renee Light of Rolla, traveled overseas to stay with his cousins, Matt and Fiorella Muse. The Muse family has lived in China for six years.

Thursday, July 10, 2003 Sheena Lynch, daughter of Roger and Judy Lynch, received her Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology with an emphasis in Criminology from Kansas State University.

Hugoton United Methodist Church welcomed Greg Lindenberger as their new pastor Sunday.

The Grand Opening of

In 1888, Kansas National Guard was stationed at Hugoton, ready for action in the county seat action. The Kansas Governor Martin had sent a company of militia to protect the county Squeaky Clean Car Wash was one of Saturday’s fun events. The new business is owned and operated by Jeff and Diane Crawford.

Thursday, July 8, 1993 Several Hugoton girls attended Heart of America Volleyball Camp in Salina.

Be cautious around farm equipment

If your air conditioner uses less energy than this one, it’s obviously broken.

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As an Energy StarXartner, Trane has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency.

LIN GOODE & COMPANY PLUMBING • ELECTRIC • HEAT & AIR

620-544-4349 519 S. Jackson - Across From The Post Office- Hugoton, Ks. Accepting

and

Harvest season is underway in part of the state, and the Kansas Highway Patrol would like to remind motorists to use more caution and patience when traveling around farm trucks, tractors, combines, and other farm implements.

“As harvest quickly approaches and is underway, each traveler in Kansas needs to be more aware of this important summertime event. In Kansas we have many trucks exiting and entering the roadways all the time. During harvest, we have more large equipment and trucks on our roadways than we typically do, and traveling around these vehicles requires added precautions,” said Technical Trooper Casey Simoneau, assistant public information officer for the Patrol. “It is important for every driver to be aware of these large and slow moving vehicles, and to use caution as the equipment operators attempt to move from field to field.”

Most farm equipment is not designed to travel at highway speeds, and may only be designed to travel 15-25 miles per hour. Farm equipment is often wider than other vehicles, and is sometimes wider than the lane of traffic, so extra room should be allowed when traveling near a farm implement on the road.

Extra caution should be practiced on all roads, but especially on the busy rural roads with unmarked intersections.

Annually in our state, there are crashes involving farm vehicles, in which drivers are injured or killed. It is important to share the road safely, for both the sake of the farmers out working, and for the sake of the driving public.

Here are some safety tips to keep in mind when sharing Kansas roads with farmers: • Don’t assume the farmer knows you’re there. Most operators of farm equipment regularly check for vehicles behind them; however, most of their time must be spent looking ahead to stay on the road and to watch

Stevens County Fair Backyard Cook-Off

for oncoming traffic. Implements are extremely loud, hindering the farmer’s ability to hear your vehicle.

• Pass with extreme caution.

Don’t pass unless you can see clearly ahead of both your vehicle and the farm equipment you are passing. If there are curves or hills blocking your view of oncoming traffic, wait until you can clearly visualize the area you’re passing in. You should not pass in a designated “No Passing Zone,” even if you are stuck behind a farm vehicle. Do not pass if you are within 100 feet of any intersection, railroad grade crossing, bridge, elevated structure, or tunnel.

• Allow extra room when following farm equipment. With slow moving vehicles, a passenger vehicle can close in on the empty space much more quickly. Just because a farm vehicle pulls to the right side of the road does not mean it is turning right or allowing you to pass. Due to the size of some farm equipment, the farmer must execute wide left turns, so allow it plenty of room and time to turn, and be alert to see if there might be a driveway or field they may be turning into.

• Be patient. Don’t assume that a farmer can move aside to let you pass. Shoulders may be soft, wet, or steep, which can cause the farm vehicle to tip, or the shoulder may not support the weight of a heavy farm vehicle. The farmer understands you are being delayed and will move over at the first safe location available.

• Think of the slow moving vehicle emblem as a warning to adjust your speed. When you see the slow moving vehicle emblem, you should immediately slow down. While the emblems are visible from a long distance away, it is often difficult to judge the speed at which you are closing in on a vehicle, especially at night.

• Pay attention. When you are not focused solely on the road, you increase your chances of a collision, especially if you should come upon a slow moving farm vehicle.

Story submitted by the Kansas Highway Patrol.

commissioners while votes were being counted.

Taken from the “History of Stevens County and Its People” book.

Attending were Sarah Gerrond, Aubrey Gerrond, Angie Showers and Kim Heaton.

Kim Heaton was selected Most Valuable Player of the entire camp.

Thursday, July 7, 1983 Brad Bryan finished eighth in gymnastics in the United States in the national competition in Eugene, Or. Thursday, July 5, 1973 Carl Mac Thurow and Morgan Betsworth both assumed their elected position on the USD 210 school board effective July 1.

Thursday, July 11, 1963

The engagement of Joyce Hawkins and Virgil Cox has been announced. No wedding date has been set yet.

Thursday, July 9, 1953 Dois H. Wills, teleman second class, USN, is with the staff of the UN Blockading and Escort Force in the Far East. The force patrols communist water off Korea, blockading North Korean coastal ports.

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

Cutie the calf, from MasCow Dairy, was just hours old when he met his first 50 kids at the Stevens County Library.

When Cutie the calf was a whole day old, he met another 20 kids at the Stevens County Library. What an adventure!

In cooperation with MasCow Dairy, Dairy Max brought Miss Moo to the Stevens County Library. The kids learned how to milk a cow by hand!

This fun and friendly competition will be held July 30. Showcase your talents and possibly win a cash prize of up to $600.

Entry deadline is July 22 Entry forms and rules are available at the Stevens County Extension Office.

For more information contact Theresa at 544-2707.

The Southwest Friends of the Arts Society performed an hilarious reader's theatre presentation of “The Princess and the Pea” to a packed

house at the Stevens County Library Summer Reading Program June 19.