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Hugoton City Council grants the zoning for new business The Hugoton City Council convened for their regular meeting Monday, July 9 at the council meeting room. Present at the meeting were Mayor Jack E. Rowden and Councilmen Dean Banker, Frankie Thomas, Dan Corpening, Shannon Crawford and Jason Teeter. Also attending the meeting were City Clerk Carrie Baeza, Outside Utilities Supervisor Paul Nordyke, Electric and
Park Systems Supervisor Gary Rowden, City Inspector Josh Grubbs, City Attorney Wayne R. Tate, Police Chief Courtney Leslie, Vicki Hubin of the Western Kansas Child Advocacy, Wayne Reynolds, Evalina Reynolds, Blain Stump, Kara Stump and Hugoton Hermes reporter Ruthie Winget. Mayor Rowden presided. The council approved the minutes of the previ-
Blain and Kara Stump plan to open their restaurant called Stumpy’s, at 839 E. Eleventh in Hugoton. The City Council agreed to change the zoning for the property at their July meeting.
ous June 11 and June 18 meetings. They also approved the Municipal Judge’s report for June. City Inspector Josh Grubbs stated he had been sending out a lot of Code Violation notices, mostly weed violations. The council voted to approve the quarterly charge offs. The council also approved Resolution No. 2018-3, the financing of the acquisition of the Police Department by a lease purchase agreement. This Resolution can be seen on page 7 of this issue. Vicki Hubin of the Western Kansas Child Advocacy stopped by the meeting to explain what their organization has been doing in Stevens County. The City Council approved a motion to donate $1,500 to help this organization. The council also approved the motion to reappoint Darin Heger to the Board of Zoning Appeals. See CITY, page 6
KHP releases holiday activity report for 2018 The Kansas Highway Patrol is releasing its Independence Day Holiday Activity Report. The reporting period for the holiday ran from 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 3, through 11:59 p.m. Wednesday, July 4, 2018. The Kansas Highway Patrol did not work any fatal crashes over the holiday. Information in the table is compared to data from both 2016 and 2017. The reporting period for this year was much shorter than that of the previous two years. Reporting period for
2016 was from 6:00 p.m., Friday, July 1, through 11:59 p.m. Monday, July 4. Reporting period for 2017 was from 6:00 p.m. Friday, June 30, through
11:59 p.m. Tuesday, July 4. Reporting period for 2018 was from 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 3, through 11:59 p.m. Wednesday, July 4.
Enforcement Data DUI Arrests Speed Citations Speed Warnings Safety Belt - Adult Citations Safety Belt - Adult Warnings Safety Belt - Teen Citations Safety Belt - Teen Warnings Child Restraint - Citations Motorist Assists
2016 15 1,060 627 148 12 9 0 31 1,069
2017 22 1,272 1,031 227 18 16 0 25 1,333
2018 3 505 286 144 7 4 0 19 433
Crash Data Fatal DUI Related Crashes DUI Related Fatalities Non-DUI Related Fatal Crashes Non-DUI Related Fatalities
2016 0 0 2 2
2017 0 0 0 0
2018 0 0 0 0
Where in the World is The Hermes? Milton and Eileen Gillespie took the paper along as they recently enjoyed a safari trip to Africa visiting the countries of South Africa, Namibia,
Botswana and Zambia. They are pictured here with their Hugoton Hermes at the beautiful red sand dunes in Namibia. Photo courtesy of Eileen Gillespie.
The fun part of the Hugoton Rotary Club’s annual Duck Race begins for the kids when they are allowed to jump into the flooded Canal
Fourth of July results Wednesday, the south side of the park was the place to be for plenty of giggles and good times as the Sheriff’s Department sponsored the Back Seat Driving Contest. are the Following results: First - Ethan and Eric Second - Alexis and Ricky Third - Bobby and Jennifer Fourth - Christian and Rustin Fifth - Jenny and Ally The Little Miss/Mr. Hugoton Pageant winners are as follows: Girls 0-6 months-first Milla Torres; 7-12 months-first Haisley Mills; second See FOURTH, page 3
Fourth of July spectators are treated to the annual fireworks displays that always make for a spectacular show . The Hugoton fireworks have a reputation for being the best in the area and they did not disappoint this year.
USD 210 School Board tends to business The USD 210 Board of Education met Monday, July 9 for their regular monthly meeting. Mike Persinger was elected president of the board with Stephanie Heger as vice president. The board also appointed Kim Korf as board clerk and Davonna Daharsh as deputy clerk. Arlet Estrada was appointed district treasurer. The board approved the board appointments as required by statutes, graduation activities for 2019 and 1116 hours for the 2018-2019 school year. Superintendent Adrian Howie was approved as the authorized representative for Title I, II and III for 2018 - 2019 and also as the district purchasing agent. The food service/special milk application was approved, and The Hugoton Hermes was approved as the district newspaper. The board also established petty cash funds. A Resolution to rescind previous policy statements and establish mileage reimbursement rate at $0.50 per mile was approved. The board voted to destroy school records as per
statute and acknowledgement of ADA and Section 504 policies and procedures. Members also voted to adopt the Home Rule resolution and the Generally Accepted Accounting Principle Waiver (GAAP). The board adopted the resolution to establish activity funds. BOE meeting dates will be the second Monday of each month. The only exception will be the March meeting, scheduled for the the third Monday. Wayne Tate was appointed as School District Attorney, and Hay and Rice was appointed as School District Auditor. Citizens State Bank of Hugoton was designated as the Official Bank Depository. Motion was made and approved to allow the Board Clerk to pay bills early. The board voted to appoint Dr. Samer Al-Hashmi as medical director for the district. The school board discussed the Building Handbooks and the changes made from last year. Mr. Howie informed the board of several positions still
INDEX Obituaries........................................................2 Moscow ...........................................................7 Farm...................................................................8 Sports.............................................................1B
Street after the “race” is over. The Fourth of July festivities at the Park definitely made for a funpacked Wednesday!
Rolla................................................................2B Looking Back..............................................3B Classifieds...........................................4B -5B
ALSO INSIDE: 2018 HRC Summer Fun Teams
open, Middle School math, High School math, two High School English, and a K-2 PE. Mr. Howie discussed ways the district could fill the positions. Middle School Principal Tyson Eslinger discussed the e-Hall Pass the school will be using for the middle and high school this upcoming year. The app will produce digital online passes for students and staff, allowing staff to see how many times a student has been out of the room during the day, as well as alerting staff when a student has arrived at their destination. The app will also allow office staff, administrators, counsellors and teachers to send passes for students instead of calling the room and disrupting the class. The eHall Pass is capable of tracking the number of minutes students are out of the classroom, and it will also limit the number of passes a student can use during the week. Mr. Howie talked about state assessments, MAP testing and what the district may need to change See SCHOOL, page 3
OBITUARY INSIDE Charlie Broaddus, Jr. Jewel Hittle Conrad “Connie” Neal
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Jewel Hittle
Charlie Broaddus, Jr. Longtime Hugoton resident and businessman Charlie Oldham Broaddus, Jr. was famously known for saying, “I’m the “Largest Car Dealer” in Southwest Kansas “by several pounds”. Charlie at age 91, passed from this life Friday, July 6, 2018 in Hugoton at Pioneer Manor. Born in Amarillo, Tx. May 5, 1927, he was the son of Charlie Oldham Broaddus, Sr. and the former Stella Hazel Bennett. Charlie’s passion in high school was ROTC where he achieved the rank of Colonel. Quite the marksman, he won several competitions and graduated in 1945. Mr. Broaddus enlisted in the Navy in March of 1945 and started active service in May of that year at Naval Training Center in San Diego, Ca. His service rank was SK3c (Storekeeper Third Class) and served on the USS ARENAC, the USS APPALACHIAN and the USS CYGNUS. His awards and decorations were the American Campaign Medal WWII, the Asiatic Pacific Campaign WWII, the World War II Victory Medal, the Philippine Liberation Medal WWII and the Navy Good Conduct Medal. Charlie returned home in 1946, attended Amarillo College and earned an Associates of Arts degree in Business in 1948. He was employed with International Harvester for a short time before moving to Hugoton in 1955. Mr. Broaddus worked at Doll’s Motor before the purchase of Broaddus Chevrolet, Buick, Inc. He owned and operated his dealership for 35 years and sold the business with the intent to retire. However, he could not give up his passion for “the deal”. Charlie opened Prestige Motors in Liberal and later Charlie’s Cars in Hugoton. Charlie was a member of Rotary, VFW, Kiwanis and the Masonic Lodge at various periods in his life. His favorite pastimes included helping his girls with their 4-H horsemanship, racing his thoroughbreds in Raton, N.M. and discussing anything concerning car deals. Fishing was also among his favorite leisure activities. Longtime Hugoton residents could always recognize Charlie about town in his little navy blue Chevy S10 pickup truck. August 3, 1950, Charlie
and Juanita Evelyn Miller were married in Tucumcari, N.M. The couple was blessed with five children, Beverly Elaine, Barbara Charise, Charlie Oldham III, Virginia Ann and Mark Kevin. Those preceding Charlie in death were, his wife Juanita Evelyn Miller Broaddus; son Charlie Oldham Broaddus III; his parents Charlie Oldham Broaddus Sr. and Stella Hazel Broaddus; bother William “Bill” Eugene Broaddus; and sister-in-law Louella Lee Kesterke Broaddus. Family left to cherish his memory include daughter Beverly and husband
Colonel (RET) Morris Young of Niceville, Fl., and daughter Barbara McCaskill, daughter-in-law Cynthia Bressler Broaddus, daughter Virginia and husband Jeffery Martin, all of Hugoton; son Mark and wife Jennifer Isaacson Broaddus of Rossville, Tn.; his six grandchildren, Brandi L Broaddus of Trinidad, Co., Chip H. Broaddus of Woodward, Ok., George P. Martin of Hugoton, Sarah A. Martin of Liberal, and Sophia E. and John A. Broaddus of Rossville, Tn. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, July 12 at the First Christian Church in Hugoton with Pastor Pam Peachy officiating. Interment will follow at Hugoton Cemetery with military funeral honors by U.S. Navy Funeral Honor Guard and American Legion 8th District Honor Guard. Garnand Funeral Home in Hugoton is in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be given to Charlie O. Broaddus, Jr. Memorial Fund in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 423 S Main, Hugoton, Ks. 67951.
The death of Conrad Lee Neal has been learned. Mr. Neal, age 88, passed away Monday, July 2, 2018 at Southwest Medical Center in Liberal. His wife Barbara was at his side. After a lengthy illness, Conrad has slipped the surley bonds of earth and set out for the cosmos where he will join his heroes Albert Einstein, Carl Sagan and Steven Hawking with whom he can explore the universe first-hand. His Irish and Scottish ancestors came to America in the 1600s. Over the years they made their way from North Carolina to Southern Illinois where they cleared the land, planted crops and raised their families. As a boy, Connie worked on the family farm with his father Clyde Neal and Thelma and grandfather Vallie Neal and Ora. He attended a local grade school and graduated from West Frankfort High School in 1948. After serving in the United States Army he pursued higher education by attending the University of Missouri School of Mines and Metallurgy. His career path was directed toward a
Kindergarten through sixth grade students are welcome to attend! July 10-13 - Sovereign Redeemer will host Vacation Bible School for kids
MUNICIPAL COURT REPORT June 2018 Williams, Tabitha, Dog at Large $113.00 Loya, Kenneth Alonso, Exessive Speed $113.00 DonJuan, Olga, Parking in Wrong Direction $45.00 Ribbing, Darrel L., Stop Sign Violation $138.00 Degollado, Valentino, Stop Sign Violation $138.00 Flores-Munoz, Luis, Stop Sign Violation $138.00 Hinds, Christopher, Stop Sign Violation $138.00 Sanchez, Antonio L., Stop Sign Violation $138.00 Madrid, Dora I., Stop Sign Violation $138.00 Schnurr, William T., Stop Sign Violation $138.00 Talbert, Troy E., Stop Sign
were still farming when Fred passed away in 1983. Jewel maintained the farming and the ranch in Barber County with the assistance of her son and grandson for a few years while also driving a school bus. Jewel retired from driving the school bus after 34 years of service. She later returned to the school system as a Special Education Para for Hugoton High School for a few years. In 2009 Jewel moved to Pratt to be closer to her son. Since living in Pratt, she has enjoyed going to concerts, playing cards, going to church and spending time with several new friends she made along the way. Mrs. Hittle was a member of the Church of Christ in
Pratt. Jewel was all about her family and making time with them. Her survivors include son Dan Hittle and wife Ila of Iuka; daughter Vicki Livengood and husband Donnie of Wamago; four grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; and nine great great grandchildren with one on the way. Those preceding Jewel in death were her parents; her husband; and 11 brothers and sisters. Funeral services were attended Thursday afternoon, July 5 at Church of Christ in Pratt with Steve Triplett presiding. Burial followed in Highland Cemetery in Medicine Lodge. Memorials may be made to Pratt Area Humane Society in care of Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt, Ks. 67124.
Conrad “Connie” Neal degree in coal mine engineering/management. However his interest in electricity was inadvertently sparked, causing him to rethink his previous chosen field of study and to apply himself to the discipline of electrical engineering. With his electrical engineering degree in hand, Conrad applied and was accepted by the United States Department of Defense as a junior professional engineer at the Naval Weapons Center of China Lake, Ca. where he joined the development team of the Sidewinder Guided Missile Program. Because of his engineering background, Conrad was able to participate in the development of various weapons and laser programs of interest to the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps and the Forest Service. This exciting career included travels to Europe and Asia, and evaluation of various weapons systems aboard military fighter aircraft and Navy aircraft carriers in the Pacific Fleet. Just as his weaponeering interests were winding down, he was asked to create a research and evaluation team to investigate and pre-
What’s Happenin’ July 9-13 - Bethel Friends Church, Eleventh and Jefferson in Hugoton, will host Time Lab Vacation Bible School from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. each evening.
Former Hugoton resident and longtime school bus driver, Jewel Delores Hittle, 92, passed from this life Sunday, July 1, 2018 at PRMC in Pratt. Born February 15, 1926 in Superior, Az., she was the daughter of Dan Neal and the former Nora Smith. After high school, while working at the Williams Army Air Corp base in Chandler, Az., Jewel met a soldier from Kansas who was an instrument flight instructor named Fred Hittle. November 1, 1943, Jewel and Fred Hittle were united in marriage in Mesa, Az. He preceded her in death in January of 1983. Jewel and Fred moved to Kansas in 1946 after he was discharged from the Army Corp. There they took up farming in Stevens County. Fred and Jewel were blessed with their family of son Dan and daughter Vickie. They lived out in the country until 1958, and then moved into Hugoton to be closer to the schools. In addition to farming, both Fred and Jewel drove school buses for the Hugoton School District. They
Violation $138.00 Rubio, Ana Yeli, No Driver’s License $163.00 2 Days Jail, Suspended Jail, Suspended Garcia, Carlos, Stop Sign Violation $138.00 Garcia, Carlos, No Driver’s License #2 $163.00 2 Days Jail, Suspended Everett, Krista L, Stop Sign Violation $138.00 Haehn, Curtis L, Stop Sign Violation $138.00 Carrillo, Agustin J., Stop Sign Violation $138.00 Moser, Debra A., Stop Sign Violation $138.00 Gonzales-Torices, Bryan, No Tail Light $108.00 Degollado, Valentino, Speeding 51/35 $144.00
from Pre-K up to sixth grade from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. each evening. Text Melissa at 620417-4181 to pre-register or stop by the church building at Tenth and Adams to pick up a form. July 12 - The 35th Infantry Division Band, the official band of the Kansas National Guard will have a free public concert at the City Park, 300 South Main, 7:00 p.m. - Hard to Handle (a Rock Band) - Creativity Camp - Ages 8-18 at the Library at 10:00 a.m. July 13 - Stevens County Genealogical Society Meeting in the Computer Lab at 1:00 p.m. - Movie - All Ages at the Stevens County Library at 2:00 p.m. July 15 - 17 - Hugoton Assembly of God, 138 S. Main, offers “Whale of a Time” Vacation Bible School for kids Pre-K to sixth grade from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. each evening. July 16 - Commissioners’ meeting at 8:30 a.m. in the Commissioners’ room in the basement of Courthouse.
pare an official report on many long-since abandoned historic gold and silver mines from the early 1900s. These mines are located in arid desert land now owned by the government and used for military testing and evaluation. The team surveyed the mines, inspected and assayed the contents, then catalogued the relics found. Upon retirement from government service, Conrad re-invented himself by pioneering a high-desert farming and water conversation venture, raising premium alfalfa for the dairy industry. He then decided to re-educate himself and became a successful state licensed real estate appraiser. His ultimate dream however was to travel into outer space, which he
can now add to his resume. Conrad leaves a legacy of patriotism, dedication to duty, adventure, respect for friends and colleagues (4051), but above all, love of family. Those who loved and respected him have shared his ideals. The younger generation will, no doubt, carry those ideals forward. Those left to carry on are his wife Barbara; brother Paul Neal and wife Jo Anne; sons Russ Jacobs and wife Kim, Randy Jacobs and Rowdy Jacobs and wife Michelle; daughters Linda Neal Maher and Patricia Neal Curtin and husband Mike; his grandchildren, Shannon Ryan, Josh Jacobs and wife Kayna, Virginia Jacobs Dennison and husband Ty, Dillon Jacobs, Riley Neal Jacobs, Fallon Jacobs
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and wife Melanie, Tommy Maher, Bobbie-Jo Curtin, Michael Curtin, Jr. and Chris Kelly; his sister and brotherin-law Bonnie and Glen Porter; many great grandchildren yet to meet; and nieces and nephews, Casey, Rachel, Sydney, Kory and Jesse. A private family inurnment will take place at 10:00 a.m. Monday, July 16 in the Neal Family Cemetery of Frankfort, Il. West Cremation has taken place precluding visitation and viewing. Connie Neal is now on his long-awaited next adventure – off into the wild blue yonder and beyond. Perhaps he will pay a visit to his own star 3621 in the Constellation Centaurus. God Willing.
By John Schlageck, Senior Editor/Writer, Kansas Farm Bureau
Moderation and variety “Better than expected, but not what we’d hoped for.” This is what I heard when I asked Kansas farmers about this year’s wheat harvest. Still, with the little moisture received during the growing season, the 2018 wheat crop panned out better than most Kansas farmers thought it would. Steve Boor, Lincoln County farmer wrapped up harvest June 30, two weeks after he began. The 2018 wheat harvest dragged on longer than usual because of the pesky showers that dropped a few hundredths of rain then disappeared. The rain resulted in harvest delays as Boor and other farmers waited for the crop to dry out. In addition to the holdups, the veteran Lincoln County wheat producer says the quality varied, the yields varied – everything varied. The wheat looked much better going into the (combine) header than it did going into the bin. “Just spots, spots and more spots,” Boor says. “We’d be cutting along and go through a thin spot and ask, ‘what happened here?’ It obviously wasn’t the drill, it wasn’t the sprayer – it just amazed me that a field of wheat could go from little, if any wheat to good, thick wheat so quickly.” One of the challenges harvesters face in thin wheat is traveling fast enough to keep a steady mat of crop flowing through the combine. This is necessary to utilize the machine’s large threshing capacity. Traveling at faster speeds to ensure efficient threshing sometimes presents its own inconveniences. “Hitting a good-sized badger hole at those speeds can certainly jar your teeth,” Boor says. Another sign of a stressed crop this harvest included a small percentage of stalks lodged too close to the ground to recover. Some instances of broken stalks showed up throughout this year's harvest. Wheat protein levels on the Lincoln County crop will likely range from the upper 12s to the lower 13s. Yields varied from approximately 50 bushels-per-acre on the river bottom ground in widely isolated small patches to the mid-30s on
much of the 2018 crop. “I’m sure the wheat lightened up a bit the longer we cut,” Boor says. “Still, I’m hoping the test weight hung tough at least about 59 poundsper-bushel.” Amazingly enough, this year’s wheat crop demonstrated its ever-enduring properties. It proved once again, wheat needs timely moisture to produce an abundant crop. During the early period of the growing season after the first of the year, Boor wouldn’t have bet a “plug nickel” on even harvesting this year’s crop considering the lack of snow and rain. “You cannot fault the wheat for not yielding more,” he says. “The crop just played the hand it was dealt and did the best it could.” After talking with neighbors and other producers across Kansas, Boor believes the crop he harvested is like many others across the state. “I didn’t see anyone tearing up the roads with trucks hauling wheat to the elevators,” he says. “I have yet to hear anyone pounding their chest and saying, ‘Look what we cut.’” Needless to say, there probably will not be much double cropping beans behind this harvested wheat crop. With the lack of moisture in most places of the state, farmers aren’t ready to gamble on a second crop. The Lincoln County farmer remains optimistic the fall crops will benefit from some timely rains. This would move the milo and beans a long way down the road to a better fall harvest. “When you’re cutting a tough wheat crop, it’s nice to look across the field and see milo that looks really good,” Boor says. “We’re not home yet, but with a few good rains, I think we could harvest a decent fall crop.” And for those few farmers still cutting wheat in the far northwestern region of Kansas? “Say a prayer for those still trying to finish harvest,” he says. “Wish them luck.” John Schlageck is a leading commentator on agriculture and rural Kansas. Born and raised on a diversified farm in northwestern Kansas, his writing reflects a lifetime of experience, knowledge and passion.
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From page 1 Hayley Phillips; and third Delany Jo Williams; 13-18 months-first Skylynn Hemann; second Bailey Cruz; and third Cambree Campbell; 19-24 months-first Haidyn Heger; and 2-3 years-first Averie Schnable; second Rae Conley and third Hayden Ruiz. Boy winners are: 0-6 months- first Ryker Clinesmith; 7-12 months-first Jacob Baeza; second Ronan Elliot; third Aldric Simmons; 13-18
months-first Eli Jorde; second Payson Hittle; third Grayson Allen; 2-3 years-first Jesse Landa; second Joel Baeza; third Remington Clinesmith. Turtle race winners were announced. Winners in the group ages 4-6 were first Quintin Martin; second Harper Riddlesperger and third Hannah Haar. In the age group 7-9 winners were first Tatum Vanderbelt; second Kinley Crawford and third Corde Stang. Ages 10-12 the winners were first Kaylee Nix; second Hence Gerber and third Elizabeth Kiley. There was no overall winner. Winners of the Park Day 3 on 3 Basketball tournament were: 15 and under Isaac
Martin, DeSean Lewis and Ryle Riddlesperger. Adult Division winners were Colby Korf, Alex Gonzales, Zack Leininger and Tony Kinser.
Parkday Backseat Driving personel, left to right, include Deputy Adam Mauk, Undersheriff T.J. Steers, Detective Duane Topliss, Deputy Sheldon Shuck and Sheriff Ted Heaton.
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to help improve student scores. MAP testing shows the students are growing throughout the year but the state assessments are not showing results the Board or Mr. Howie expect. The board accepted the resignation of Tommy McClure. The board accepted the position change of Lisa LeNeve to After School Program Coordinator and Sonia Macias to full time Middle School Migrant Coordinator. The board voted to Ratify the 2018-2019 Negotiated Agreement. The board voted to approve a 3.22% cost of living raise for all classified staff wages. The high school kitchen water heater quit working, so the board voted to replace
the kitchen boiler at a cost of $21,800 from the Lin Goode Company. The boilers will have an eight year warranty. The Van Hool repairs were discussed. The board voted to accept the bid for the repairs to bus 42020 at a cost of $21,743. Mr. Howie opened the bids for the Track Repair and Replacement at 4:00 p.m. The board accepted the low bid not to exceed $354,420 from Beynon - to replace the track. The work will be completed between football and track seasons. Mr. Howie informed the board he had been elected the new Chairman of the Coalition of Innovative School Districts for the 2018 2019 year. He said July 16, 2019 is the deadline to see if
they want to continue to be a part of the innovative school districts. Mr. Howie told the board the old central office has been painted and is ready. Online enrollment will open this week for the district. Live enrollment will be August 3 and August 6 in the high school cafeteria. August 15 is the teacher breakfast. Mr. Howie will attend KSDE's budget workshop Tuesday, July 17. Resurfacing of the parking lot will be Tuesday and Wednesday. The board approved a 3.22% cost of living raise to all returning administrators. Board of Education Committee Assignments were discussed. The board made the following selections:
Negotiations Mike Persinger, Todd Gayer and Matt Mills; HPEC Representative - Stephanie Heger with alternate Mike Persinger; KASB voting delegate - Mike Persinger; Superintendent’s Council - Todd Gayer, Ed Stevenson and Lisa Bennett; Facilities Steering Committee - Matt Mills and Ed Stevenson; and USD 210 Calendar Committee - Todd Gayer. The board accepted the bid from K&K Insurance for Student Accident Insurance for $18,145. The board reviewed 20172018 End of Year Transfer. The board accepted the bid from CSB at 2.35% for idle funds. The meeting adjourned.
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544-4959, After Hours 544-2020 Monday, July 2, 2018 • Vehicle Unlock, 200 Block of South Main, Citizen Assist, Officer Fedelin • Vehicle Unlock, 500 Block of South Harrison, Citizen Assist, Officer Fedelin • Dog at Large, Fifth and Main, Impounded, ACO Smith • Returned Dogs to Owner, 1600 Block of Washington, Public Service, Officer Crane • Business Check, Public Service, Officer Crane Tuesday, July 3, 2018 • Vehicle Unlock, 200 Block of West Eleventh, Citizen Assist, Officer Fedelin • Dog at Large, 300 Block of South Main, Unable to Locate, Officer
Fedelin • Dogs at Large, 100 Block of West Sixth, Returned to Owner, Officer Crane Wednesday, July 4, 2018 • Animal Complaint, 300 Block of South Main, Unable to Locate, Officer Fedelin • Vehicle Unlock, 900 Block of South Lincoln, Citizen Assist, Officer McCann • Medical Assist, 1200 Block of South Jefferson, Public Service, Officer McCann • Animal Complaint, 200 Block of South Jackson, Officer McCann • Civil, 800 Block of South Washington, Officer McCann • Dog at Large, 500 Block of East Eleventh, Unable to Locate,
Sergeant Johnson Thursday, July 5, 2018 • Vehicle Unlock, Fifth and Monroe, Citizen Assist, Chief Leslie • Dog at Large, 1000 Block of South Main, Impounded, Sergeant Johnson Friday, July 6, 2018 • Welfare Check on Dog, 800 Block of South Jefferson, Untangled, ACO Smith • Released Dog to Owner, 1600 Block of South Washington, Public Service, ACO Smith • Suspicious Driver, 300 Block of West Sixth, Officer Crane Sunday, July 8, 2018 • Medical Assist, 1100 Block of South Washington, Public Service, Officer Crane
Fire & EMS Report grass fire, no fire was found. Wednesday, July 4, 12:46 p.m. – sent to First and Cemetery Road for a grass fire. Wednesday, July 4, 5:39 p.m. – dispatched to 1501 Commercial for a dumpster fire. Wednesday, July 4, 8:20 p.m. – called out 1/2 mile south of Road M and Road 13 for a grass
fire. Wednesday, July 4, 9:00 p.m. – Standbys for the fireworks display. Ambulance Activity Seven medical runs, two transfers, three Life Flights and two standbys for fireworks display.
Rec Games
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Fire 544-2025 ---- Ambulance 544-2562 Stevens County Emergency Services run activity June 25 through July 8. Fire Department Sunday July 1, 4:00 p.m. – called out to Highway 56 and Road 21 for a grass fire. Tuesday, July 3, 10:46 p.m. – dispatched to Highway 56 and Vet Clinic Road for a possible
• Neglect of Dog, 800 Block of South Jefferson, Impounded, Officer Crane • Medical Assist, 1000 Block of South Jackson, Public Service, Officer Crane
Sponsored by Women of Purpose and Stevens County Health Department In conjunction with Stevens County Hospital, K-State Research and Extension, Stevens County Library and Citizens State Bank. Find us on Facebook to learn more about the day and the planned events focusing on women’s health needs.
Bible Lessons
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Transportation provided by Pastor Tim Singer Please contact him at (620) 229-1865 for a ride
Where: Hugoton Assembly of God Church 138 S. Main, Hugoton, KS When: July 15th-17th, 18th - Pool Party Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Ages: Pre K-6th grade
NEWS Sorghum Queen deadline quickly approaching
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Reminder to all girls in Stevens County, the deadline for Sorghum Queen Contest is fast approaching. The Sorghum Queen and her attendants will reign over the 2018 Stevens County Fair and will also appear throughout the year at many community events. Deadline to enter is Monday, July 16. Entry forms may be obtained at the front door at 1013 S. Polk. The contest is open to all
girls of Stevens County who are between the ages of 14 and 2018 graduates of Hugoton High School or Moscow High School. Girls must be single, never married and no children. Participants are asked to obtain their own sponsor to pay their entry fee. The Sorghum Queen, her First and Second Princesses and Miss Congeniality will all receive many special gifts from the merchants of
Hugoton. A candidate picture - to be featured in The Hermes - will be at Parsons Park on Hugoton’s Main Street at the gazebo Monday, July 16 at 7:30 p.m. (This date also marks the deadline to bring completed entry forms and entry money.) More details will follow next week. This year is shaping up to be a fantastic contest!
Medical Foundation announces scholarship availability The Stevens County Medical Foundation is again offering a scholarship to 21 Stevens County graduates pursuing a degree in the medical field. The mission of the Medical Foundation is to provide medical equipment and support for Stevens County. The Foundation has supported many students over the years as well as provided medical equipment to help the County’s needs. If
you are interested in applying for this year’s scholarship, please send in the following information to: Stevens County Medical Foundation P.O. Box 94 Hugoton, KS 67951 by August 15, 2018. Criteria needed to be considered for scholarship: 1. You must be a secondary education graduate from Stevens County, Kansas
(High School, Charter School, GED, etc) 2. Please include a copy of your acceptance letter into your chosen medical program (not veterinarian) 3. Include a copy of most recent transcript. You must have earned (and maintain) a 2.5 GPA. 4. Two letters of recommendation from personnel/ teacher within your accepted program 5. A short paragraph introducing yourself and your chosen program to the committee If you have any questions please contact Mary Gonzales at 620-417-4502 or Sharon Concannon at 620544-4318. Be sure to like “Stevens County Medical Foundation” on Facebook to see the different programs, students and groups the group has supported over the years. Again, applications must be postmarked by August 15, 2018.
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At Stevens County Library Summer Storytime, Miss Stacey introduces young children to life concepts, such as taking turns, forming a line and basic manners. During the Dance Party Countdown Storytime July 3, participants learned to make music with rhythm instru-
ments constructed out of pool noodles. They even practiced gross motor skills by walking an obstacle course and playing their pool noodles behind their backs! The last day to read to earn Summer Reading Program awards is July 14. Get those tally sheets turned in!
Kawaii is a form of Japanese doodle drawing featuring simple, cute faces. July 5, several artistic Stevens County Library Summer Reading participants learned to draw a few Kawaii figures, using books found in the library collection.
They elected to draw a Christmas tree...perhaps because it's really hot outside this July?! Summer Reading Program tally sheets are all due by Saturday, July 14 in order to earn awards!
Notes from Nancy
“Remind the people to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready to do whatever is good, to slander no one, to be peaceable and considerate, and always to be gentle toward everyone.” —Titus 3:1-2 NIV
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ubmission is a spiritual discipline that is quite out of tune with the modern ethos. Submission requires us to be obedient and has a strong note of self-denial. Our age is more likely to celebrate self-fulfillment and self-actualization than self-denial. Submission also has some rather negative connotations due to its association with the correlative term “domination.” For one to be submissive usually requires giving in to someone or something that is dominating. While that may be true in wrestling or martial arts, in the spiritual realm submission involves more of a “giving over” than a “giving up” or “giving in.” In spiritual submission we are giving our lives over to a higher power and trusting that God will take care of us. But it must be admitted that there is clearly a directive to deny oneself in Jesus’ call to follow him: “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.” (Mark 8:34 NIV) And in the very next verse, Jesus reveals the central paradox of self-denial and submitting yourself to God: “For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me and for the gospel will save it.” (Mark 8:35 NIV) In the end, self-fulfillment only comes through self-denial. Those who seek only their own interests end up empty and miserable, while those who serve the interests of others, and ultimately, serve God, find that their lives are thereby fulfilled.
Christopher Simon AGAPE CHURCH OF HUGOTON 409 East Ninth, Hugoton Sunday – 10:30 a.m.
Terry Miller - 453-2212 - 428-1135 ASSEMBLY OF GOD Main and Second Street - 544-2773 Tim Singer, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:45 a.m. Life Groups Sunday Nights - 6:00 p.m. Inside Out Kids Wed. - 6:30 p.m. Student Ministry @ The Turnaround Wed. 7:00 p.m. HugotonAssembly.com
BETHEL FRIENDS CHURCH 11th & Jefferson - 544-8517 Roy Bogan, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Service - 10:30 a.m. Wed Evening Ministries - 6:30 p.m. (Children, Youth, & Adult)
CHURCH OF CHRIST 1045 S. Van Buren Church: 544-2825 Home: 453-0965 Lee Rottman Wednesday - 7:00 p.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Evening Service - 6:00 p.m.
CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS 520 E. First - 544-2125 Sacrament - 9:00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Priesthood - 11:00 a.m.
CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 500 S. Van Buren - 544-2493 Pastor Dave Piper Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:45 a.m. Evening Services - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.
FAITH CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST Tenth and Jefferson Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Bible Band (Tuesday) - 6:00 p.m. Home and Forn. Miss. (Friday) - 6:00 p.m. Youth - 6:00 p.m. Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 600 S. Van Buren - 544-2715 Pastor Heath Kelley Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Fellowship - 10:15 - 10:30 a.m. Worship Hour - 10:30 - 12:00 Children's Church, 10:30 a.m. Jr. High Youth Group, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Sr. High Youth Group, 7:45-9:00 p.m. Information on small groups call 544-2715
FIRST CHURCH OF GOD 801 W. City Limits 544-2652 Israel Franco, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Evening Service - 6:30 p.m. Call 544-2652 for Church Bus
HUGOTON BAPTIST CHURCH Eighth and Main 544-2210 Pastor Gary Stafford Parsonage - 544-2295 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 6:30 p.m.
LONE STAR FRIENDS CHURCH 14 Miles East of Hugoton on Highway 51 Church 624-3784 Home 624-3104 Pastor Gary Damron Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Blended Worship Celebration - 10:45 a.m. Jr. High & Sr. High Youth Group - Sunday 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Evening Adult Study - 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wednesday - 8:00 p.m.
MY FATHER’S HOUSE A Full Gospel Church 207 East 6th - Hugoton Pam Peachey, Pastor 544-2436 Services Sundays 10:30 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.
PRIMERO BAUTISTA IGLESIA HISPANO Congregación 618 Main sur - Hugoton 620-370-1003 Pastor Marcelino Auila Servicio de la Iglesia 11:00 a.m. - Domingo 7:00 p.m. - Miércoles
RIVER OF LIFE CHURCH (formerly Lighthouse Fellowship) 424 S. Jackson 544-4828 Don Quattlebum, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Sunday Church - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday - 7:00 p.m.
SOVEREIGN REDEEMER CHURCH Tenth and Adams Pastor - Eric Mason Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. Coffee/Fellowship - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. 620-544-6386 www.sovereignredeemerchurch.org
ST. HELEN CATHOLIC CHURCH 1011 South Jefferson Street 544-2551 Sunday - 11:00 a.m. English Mass - 1:00 p.m. - Spanish Mass
TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH 544-2355 516 N.E. Avenue Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Worship Service - 10:45 a.m. Rev. Larry Bradford, Interim Pastor 544-9492 or 598-2400 YOU ARE WELCOME!
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 828 S. Main Hugoton 544-8715 Reverend Rebecca Davison, Pastor Wednesday Praise! Kids - 3:45 p.m. Wed. Jr. High Youth Fellowship - 5:30 p.m. Wed. Sr. High Youth Fellowship - 7:00 p.m. Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. HugotonUMC.com
MOSCOW MOSCOW BAPTIST CHURCH 598-2455 Church 1 mile S. of Moscow, 1/2 mile E. of Moscow/Hooker Rd. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 6:00 p.m. Team Kids (Wed.) - 3:30-5:00p.m. Sept.-Apr. Youth Study Thursday - 7:00 p.m. Interim Pastor Neal Foster
MOSCOW UNITED METHODIST 598-2426 Lay Leader Patty Lahey 598-2426 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Kid’s Club - Wednesday 3:30 p.m. UMYF Jr. High - 6:00 p.m. UMYF Sr. High - 5:00 p.m.
ROLLA ROLLA PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH Corner of Third and Adams, Rolla Marcus Light, Pastor Church - 593-4626, Parsonage - 593-4796 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Worship - 11:00 a.m. Wednesday night meal - 6:00 p.m.
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 593-4596 Lead Pastor Becky Davison Morning Worship - 9:00 a.m.
RICHFIELD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Lead Pastor Richard Fitzgerald Morning Worship - 9:00 a.m.
by Stevens County FACS Agent Nancy Honig
Safe Frostings and Baked Goods How safe are the foods you are preparing to take to the fair, a bake sale or something you leave sitting on the counter? I want to address how to make sure baked goods are safe, especially during the heat of summer. There are three categories of hazards that can make food unsafe: chemical, biological, and physical. For baked goods that are brought to the fair, bake sales or potluck dinners, the biggest concern is microorganisms. Microorganisms are the biggest risk to humans, and can lead to food borne illness.
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There are six conditions affecting the growth of bacteria: the type of food; the acid content of a food; the length of time and the temperature of a food (how long has it been sitting outside of the refrigerator); whether oxygen is present or not; and the moisture content of a food. Any one, or a combination of more than one of these conditions, can allow bacteria to grow. Bacteria, yeast and mold can grow on about any kind of food, but they particularly like protein and carbohydrates. For example, items with fresh fruit, cut tomatoes, dairy, meat products and raw eggs can potentially be at risk. So food items that are perishable are items that may be high in moisture, protein or have a neutral acidity level. Some examples of these foods include: • Icings and frostings made with uncooked eggs • Cream cheese frostings • Chocolate ganache (usually chocolate and heavy cream) • Heavy cream frostings • Lemon curd (regardless if it is homemade or commercial, once it is open it needs refrigeration) • Fresh fruit cut up and put inside of baked goods, or used on the top for garnish is not food safe. • Any dairy-based filling (cream cheese, sour cream, ricotta cheese) The higher moisture in the filling makes it unstable at room temperatures. • Cheesecakes, custard pies, chiffon pies, pumpkin pie, cream or meringue pies, and strawberry pie, are all ones needing refrigeration, and are not safe to leave more than two hours at room temperature, or less time with increased temperature. • Meat items in baked goods, such as bacon (muffins, quick breads, etc.)
There are some baked items that may contain dairy that is acceptable, but for different reasons. For example, if a dairy product such as sour cream, cream, milk or cream cheese is incorporated into the whole batter and not as a separate layer, then it is in a drier environment, and is non-perishable. This is also true for eggs. Egg white powder (meringue power) can also be used. Drier fruits such as blueberries can be baked into a product, such as blueberry muffins, and are fine. Fruit and nut pies are non-perishable because of their high sugar ratio, as sugar helps bind up moisture (except for fresh strawberry pie). However, it is important they are well baked, and it is never a bad idea to refrigerate them if possible. Frostings need to have a high sugar content and only small amounts of liquid. For better stability, shortening or a combination of shortening and butter may be used. Cheese, such as cheddar or cottage cheese can be used, again, as long as it is mixed into the batter for a drier total environment. If you have questions about the safety of baked food products, feel free to call me at the Extension Office at 544-4359 and I will be glad to answer them. Always remember it is better to be safe than sorry, expecially when baking and taking food others will be eating! Kansas State University, County Extension Councils, Extension Districts, and U.S. Department of Agriculture Cooperating. K-State Research and Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer, and is committed to making its services, activities and programs accessible to all participants. If you have special requirements due to physical, vision, or hearing disability or a dietary restriction please contact your local extension office.
LOCAL Hospital board hears Pioneer Manor received no deficiencies during last month’s survey The Hugoton Hermes | Thursday, July 12, 2018 |
Hospital Board met Monday, July 2 for their regular monthly meeting. Present were board members Benny Cabrera, Sandra Passmore, Johnnie Denton and Chairman Kirk Heger. Also attending the meeting were Linda Stalcup, Dave Piper, Jennifer Featherston, Lynnette Hageman, Jessica Reinerio, Diane Mangels, Dawn Maas and Marie Austin. The board opted to approve the agenda and minutes from the June 4 meeting as printed. Lynnette reported there were zero hospital infections this past month, then went on to detail different aspects of her upcoming schedule. Diane Mangels with Human Resources went over current openings, saying all vacancies
are in nursing. Dawn reported for the nursing department, saying things are good but staffing remains an ongoing issue. She said numbers have been down, but the swing beds they do have are long-term, so hopefully it will even out. Dawn also said she's been working on all her policies to update outdated ones and make changes as necessary. She also went over the information she and Lynnette learned at the conference they recently attended, which focused on sepsis. Stacey was unable to attend the meeting Monday evening. Kirk reported he and Dave attended the budget workshop last Thursday, and it went well. Kirk anticipates the hospital ending up with close to the
same amount they got last year. He also suggested coming up with some longer-term planning, as the county's plan to continue funding is potentially unsustainable. He requested the board start thinking of ways to increase revenue and decrease expenditures. Jennifer reported Pioneer Manor's current census is 69. She said the Manor received no deficiencies after their yearly survey this past month. The announcement was met with applause from the board. Surveyors did present a few ideas to improve care, but were pleased with the overall experience at Pioneer Manor. Linda reported to the board about two complaints; they were found to be unsubstantiated. She said the surveyors
Chamber Chatter
By Alisha Owens, Executive Director of the Hugoton Area Chamber of Coimmerce
Park Day 2018 was a huge success thanks to everyone who sponsored, coordinated, volunteered, vended, participated, smiled and enjoyed Hugoton’s Independence Day festivities! Special recognition goes to the HHS Show Choir under the direction of Renee Beesley, for singing our National Anthem beautifully! I hope you plan to come back every year! The Boy Scout Troop #189, for presenting our colors. You always do a wonderful job, and lead the crowd in the Pledge of Allegiance flawlessly, with pride. Mike Owens is much appreciated for your beautiful prayer and making sure we all remember where to give credit for our wonderful day. Special recognition goes to Flatlanders Farm & Home for sponsoring the Little Miss/Mr. Hugoton Pageant. I saw so many great patriotic outfits, and I’m sure glad I wasn’t a judge, because that would have been so hard! Appreciation goes to Sonja Watkins for emceeing our pageant, and our three excellent judges, Nancy Owens, Jodi Staggers and Johanna Goetzinger! I invite you all to return next year. A special recognition goes to Southwest Friends of the Arts Society for sponsoring the Turtle Races, Pearcy Irrigation for sponsoring the Frog Jump, Citizens State Bank for sponsoring the Sack Races, Wolters Construction for sponsoring the Egg Toss and Hugoton Rotary Club for sponsoring the Ring Toss. Todd Gayer and the Rec department, Paul Nordyke, Jesse Medina, and everyone who had a hand in getting the Park ready, or supplying much needed supplies so I could sucker my husband into helping me get ready, you are appreciated. Appreciation also goes to Steven Craig and the Hugoton School District for getting everything set up and allowing us to have our fireworks show at the High School football field, and our Stevens County Fire Department for being on standby to keep us all safe. Special appre-
cation goes to Parsons Trust, Stevens County Farm Bureau Association and Hugoton Rotary for your donations to make the fireworks show possible. And last, but certainly not least, much appreciation goes to everyone who came out and participated and supported Park Day once again. Without you all, there would be no reason to go to such great lengths to make it all happen. I truly hope I have not forgotten anyone, and if I have, please don’t take it personally - my brain is still slightly fried. As always, my door, phone line, or any other line of communication, including carrier pigeon, is open for feedback. Positive or negative, I welcome it all. It is greatly appreciated and will be used to make Park Day 2019 bigger and better! Don’t forget! This Saturday is Hugoton’s First Annual Dive N Dash 150m swim/5K at the Hugoton City Pool! There is an entry fee, and includes a tshirt, and can be paid at the Chamber office, or the morning of the event. Registration forms are available at the Chamber, or by emailing hugotonchamber@gmail. com. Race day registration will start at 7:00 a.m., and the race will begin at 8:00 a.m. Come out and prove to yourself you can do it! The Hugoton Chamber of Commerce wishes to give special recognition to our GOLD MEMBERS, Ghumm’s Auto/Napa/Collision Center, Jordan Air, Pioneer Communications, Pioneer Electric, Stevens County Healthcare, The City of Hugoton, MasCow Dairy and Stevens County as well as ALL our Chamber Members. It is businesses and people like you that make “Stevens County…A Great Place To Call Home”. If there is something you would like to showcase in the Newsletter, Chamber Chatter, on the website, or on Facebook, please contact Alisha at the Chamber with the information. Special appreciation to the Hugoton Hermes for making
Happy Birthday USA!! The Hugoton Fourth of July fireworks light up the night during yet another amazing show this year.
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were impressed with the housekeeping, kitchens and the maintenance in the building, and conducted an interview with the resident council. Residents presented a few concerns with very easy fixes. Linda said she was very proud of the Manor staff, and they celebrated with a staff barbecue. Linda then said the fire marshal approved the plan of correction for the operating room. Dawn commented there are 60 people on the waiting list, and there will be more as soon as the OR is open. Linda said the room rates for Pioneer Manor were increased last month. Even with the increase, Pioneer Manor's charges are still well below the average rate for the area. Dave discussed the financials for the hospital, saying the recent struggles with cash flow are to be expected, as the hospital is due for appropriations. He said the financials are strong and fairly stable. Dave also commented charity and bad debt have gone up slightly, but not enough to be concerned. The hospital is right on track
with the budget for this time of year, and that's thanks largely to the staff. Dave recognized four departments for their strong performance throughout this past year - Nuclear Medicine is up about 50 percent, MRI is up 60 percent, CAT scans are up nearly 30 percent and ultrasound is up 21 percent. Kirk requested a ten minute executive session. After review-
Averie and Emma (not pictured) have accepted the Stevens County Library's 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge! Welcome!
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ing the ER and on-call schedule, the board opted to adjourn. The next meeting will be Monday, August 6 at 5:30 p.m. at Pioneer Manor.
R'Bree and Ren have nearly conquered the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the SCL. Great work!
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Hugoton High School’s Show Choir, directed by Mrs. Renee Beesley, sings a heartfelt and
moving rendition of The Star Spangled Banner to kick off Park Day activities.
The Planning Commission met June 12, 2018 and recommended to change zoning from I-1 (Industrial) to B-1 (Business) for the property at 839 E. Eleventh Street. The council voted to rezone this property. See Ordinance 846 on page 3B of this issue. Blain and Kara Stump were present at the meeting. They stated they plan to open a restaurant called Stumpy’s in this location. They hope to open as
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Hugoton Gas Prices As of Tuesday, July 10 Brown Dupree - $2.65 Eagles Landing - $2.71 Kangaroo Express -$2.64 Thrifty King - $2.67 Toot N Totum - $2.64 Gasoline prices in Kansas have risen 1.1 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.64 per gallon Sunday, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 1,329 stations in Kansas. This compares with the national average that has fallen 0.3 cents per gallon versus last week to $2.85 per gallon, according to GasBuddy. Average gasoline prices July 9 in Kansas have ranged widely over the last five years: $2.08 per gallon in 2017, $2.08 per gallon in 2016, $2.58 per gallon in 2015, $3.49 per gallon in 2014 and $3.39 per gallon in 2013. Including the change locally during the past week, prices Sunday were 56.6 cents per gallon higher than a year ago and are 6.8 cents per gallon lower than a month ago. The national average has dropped 6.1 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 60.0 cents per gallon higher than a year ago. "As gas prices saw their
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THANK YOU! The Hugoton Rotary Club would like to thank all of the individuals and organizations who helped to make the 18th Annual Duck Race a success. The winners are as follows: 1. Kay McDaniels 2. NW Cotton Growers 3. Misty Davis 4. Coulter Farms
$1,000.00 $ 500.00 $ 300.00 $ 200.00
Hard Luck winners plucked from the pond and awarded $50 each are as follows: Joseph Gast Aqua Shield Aqua Shield Ghumm Grandkids Karen Yoder
A BIG THANK YOU for Rotary Scholarships, Polio Eradication and Other Rotary Projects. Rotary Club looks forward to another year of working in the City of Hugoton to help make our community an enjoyable place for everyone.
highest level on July 4 in four years, President Trump continues to try to push OPEC to produce more crude oil, but so far, it hasn't materialized into much anything. Gas prices have inched up in a majority of states and oil prices remain comfortably above $70 per barrel, with no significant relief any time soon," said Patrick DeHaan, head of petroleum analysis for GasBuddy. "In addition, with a brief reminder of hurricane season as Beryl formed, there may be more worries that in the weeks ahead the Atlantic could churn out more storms, thus more risk of disruption in regards to oil or refinery infrastructure. There's little downward pressure on oil prices as we remain in the midst of the summer driving season, and unless we see credible evidence to suggest OPEC or other countries are producing more oil, we will likely continue to see gas prices drift higher." For LIVE fuel price averages, visit FuelInsights.GasBuddy.com.
soon as they can get the remodeling completed. They plan to offer home cooking, also steaks and mashed potatoes and gravy. The council had asked Paul to get some bids for plugging the existing #16 well, drilling a new offset well and connecting to the existing well piping system. Hydro Resources turned in the low bid of $353,285.00 which the council accepted. This bid was below the engineer’s estimate. The city power plant needs repairs. This repair will cost $23,179 installed. The council approved the motion to have the repairs made. Police Chief Leslie had been asked to review and revise the vicious dog ordinance. She brought in a revised edition, mainly listing the level of danger. The council wanted to study the revision so they tabled
the ordinance until the next meeeting. City Clerk Baeza presented the 2019 budget to the council. She stated the evaluation is down a little. She recommended to raise the mill levy less than 1% from 48.75 to 49.63. See copy of the budget on page 6B of this issue. Paul Nordyke got bids to replace the west side curb on Madison Street from Eleventh Street to Twelfth Street. The council voted to accept the low bid from Angel Martinez of $8,300. The council had some discussion about the proposed Automated Meter Readers. They decided to table the matter until their next meeting. The meeting went into Executive Session for personnel. The meeting then adjourned. Their next meeting will be August 6, 2018 at 5:15 p.m.
Airport Board looks over runway issues The Hugoton Municipal Airport Board met at the airport meeting room for their regularly scheduled monthly meeting Monday, July 9, 2018. Attending the meeting were Matt Rome, Erick Nordling, Josh Jorde and Airport Manager Scott Spikes. Board member Dax Gaskill was absent. Chairman Matt Rome called the meeting to order. The minutes of the June 21, 2018 meeting were read and approved. The financial report was also approved. Giving an update on FAA grants and other projects, Scott confirmed the contract for the Runway 2/20 rehab project was sent to KirkhamMichael. He also noted Eric Johnson of Kirkham-Michael and the contractor had agreed to delay the start date until mid-September, which is a less busy time of the ag spraying season. Matt also noted Mr. Johnson has scheduled a conference call for July 18 with the FAA, his firm, and several airport board members to discuss future projects, including Runway 13/31 rehabilitation. Matt will also follow up with Eric Johnson on a contract which needs to be signed. Scott reported the law
firm representing the Gale Reece Trust hangar is working to secure an inspection and assessment to see if the Reece hangar sustained damaged in the wind storm last month. The Airport Board will await feedback from Stevens County Attorney Paul Kitzke on the status of the contract to purchase the hangar and if the hangar suffered any wind damage. The Board reviewed terms of the draft replacement real estate lease for Jordan Air agspray operation. Erick will incorporate the suggested revisions and submit to Paul Kitzke for review. Scott reported the county received settlement funds for the wind damaged airport hangars. Scott also reported he has been getting some feedback on marketing the refueler truck. He will keep the Board posted. Matt is still in the process of contacting a prospective board member. Josh mentioned the ladder at the fuel island needs to be replaced. Matt has a ladder he can bring to replace the old one. The meeting adjourned. The next meeting will be August 13, 2018.
Social Security
By Dustin Waters Social Security District Manager in Dodge City Access Social Security’s Educator Tool Kit With so many students gone for the summer, teachers may now have time to prepare a different kind of lesson plan. Help students prepare a better future for themselves with practical knowledge about financial planning. There’s no better time to let young people know that the younger they start saving, the easier it will be to reach their goals. Let us introduce you to the Social Security Educator Toolkit. This is a rich resource for teachers and advocates. Our Information for Educators page contains a toolkit with information and resources to educate and engage students on Social Security. It includes: • Two lesson plans with objectives; • Infographics and handouts for each lesson plan; • Links to Social Security webpages; • Talking points; and • Quiz questions and answers. It’s important for students
to understand why Social Security was created and why it is essential to their lives today and in the future. This knowledge and understanding will provide students a strong base on which to build their financial future. You can access the Web page and toolkit at www. socialsecur ity.gov/third party/educators.html. Young workers can also see how Social Security directly relates to them at www. socialsecurity.gov/people/ students.
Getting young people excited about saving can be a somewhat abstract subject. Let them know their dreams can be achieved with thoughtful planning and a bit of discipline. Social Security is securing today and tomorrow with your help and the help of today’s educated youth. We’re also always here for you if you need information about programs and benefits. Visit us anytime at www.socialsecurity.gov.
The earlier students start saving, the easier it will be to reach goals. Teachers can help with the Social Security Educator Toolkit.
MOSCOW
The Hugoton Hermes | Thursday, July 12, 2018 |
By Krissann Roland
Park Day provides plenty of fellowship, food and fun The City of Moscow had their annual park day with great attendance. The day started off with a parade at 9:00 a.m. with a variety of entries. Leading the parade was the fire department followed by the Cotton Gin’s bale mover. There were a group of people riding four wheelers, rangers and motorcycles. Kids on bicycles, Hoverboards and roller skates. A United Prairie Ag pickup was driven to show business and American
Implement brought over a tractor. The streets were lined with onlookers who gladly retrieved the candy thrown from various people in the parade. After the parade, people of the community gathered in the city park beside the church to enjoy the whole list of activities planned by both the city and the Rec. The City had their duck race sign ups set up beside their raffle ticket table and gave away prizes
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The Moscow Recreation Commission sponsors a kickball tournament during Fourth of July activities. most of the morning. City Clerk Norma was helped and assisted by several people. At other parts of the park there were activities planned by the Moscow Rec. Behind the blow up bounce house and blow up activity course was the treasure dig for the kids. Later there was a watermelon eating contest, three legged races, a water balloon toss as well as various other activities. There were several vendors for food, a Mexican plate, homemade ice cream and a cute little lemonade stand. Later in the day the pool was open for a free swim with some contests there at 2:30 p.m. The Fire Department sponsored free truck rides around town. Other afternoon activities included the horseshoe tournament and corn hole tournament. The Rec also sponsored a kickball tournament. The City sponsored a duck race with the winner Hermilia Gonzalez
receiving $250. Gail Dale received second place and a payout of $150; and the third place winner was Judy Cantrell with a payout of $75. The hard luck duck winner was Crissy Berry with a payout of $25. The fire department had their annual Fourth of July cookout at the fire station. They use this free will dinner for donations to cover the cost of the annual fireworks display they put on at dark. The dinner included pulled pork sandwiches, hamburgers, hotdogs, pasta salad, potato salad, all the fixings and a variety of desserts. Overall park day was a success enjoyed by all. Much appreciation to the City of Moscow, Norma, her helpers and the city council members for all they contributed to the day and to the Moscow Recreation staff and board members for all their hard work on their activities.
Kids eagerly dig for treasure at Park Day!
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PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, July 12, 2018) 2t RESOLUTION NO. 2018-3 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF HUGOTON, KANSAS, DETERMINING THE ADVISABILITY OF FINANCING THE ACQUISITION AND IMPROVEMENTS OF A BUILDING FOR CITY PURPOSES BY THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A LEASE PURCHASE AGREEMENT. WHEREAS, the Hugoton City Council (the “Governing Body”) of the City of Hugoton, Kansas (the “City”) has considered the need of the City and its residents for the acquisition and improvements of a building for City purposes, including for use by the Hugoton Police Department (the “Improvements”), and have found and determined that the acquisition of the Improvements is in the public interest; and WHEREAS, the Governing Body has considered various means of financing the acquisition of the Improvements, and has found and determined that it would be in the public interest to acquire the Improvements through the execution and delivery of a lease purchase agreement; and
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WHEREAS, pursuant to K.S.A. 12101 et seq., and subject to the conditions set forth in K.S.A. 101116c, the City has legal authority to authorize the acquisition of the Improvements and the financing of such acquisition through the execution and delivery of a lease purchase agreement. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HUGOTON CITY COUNCIL; Section 1. Authorization to Acquire, Construct and Equip the Improvements. The City is hereby authorized to complete final plans and specifications and to acquire and remodel the Improvements, at an estimated cost of not to exceed $135,000.00. Section 2. Intent to Enter into Lease Purchase Agreement. The Governing Body and City staff shall commence negotiations to enter into a lease purchase agreement (the “Lease”) to provide financing for the acquisition of the Improvements, which Lease shall contain such terms, conditions and provisions as shall be acceptable to the Governing Body.
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Townspeople line up for the Watermelon Eating Contest.
Section 3. Conditions to Execution and Delivery of Lease. The execution and delivery of the Lease is subject to the publication and protest period re-
quirements of K.S.A. 101116c, adoption of a resolution approving the forms and authorizing the execution of the Lease and execution and delivery of such legal documents as may be necessary in connection with it, the terms of which shall be satisfactory to the Governing Body and to the lessor named therein. Section 4. Expenditure of Funds in Anticipation of Financing. In order to permit and expedite the acquisition of the Improvements and realization of the public benefits to be derived from it, the City may expend lawfully available funds prior to execution and delivery of the Lease, which may be reimbursed upon execution and delivery of the Lease. This Resolution shall constitute a declaration of official intent under Treasury Regulation Section 1.150-2. Section 5. Total of Payments; Publication of Resolution. The expected total of all payments to be made by the City pursuant to the Lease (excluding amounts required for maintenance, taxes or insurance on the Improvements) is $162,265.50. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to publish this Resolution once each week for 2 consecutive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation within the boundaries of the City. If a protest petition signed by not less than 5% of the qualified voters of the City, as determined by the vote for secretary of state at the last general election, is filed with the County election officer within 30 days following the last publication of this Resolution, the proposed Lease shall not take effect unless approved by a majority of the qualified voters of the City voting at an election to be held thereon as prescribed in K.S.A. 101116c. Section 6. Further Authority. The officials and staff of the City, the City Attorney, and other consultants are authorized to proceed with the planning and document preparation of the Improvements, the Lease and other legal documents necessary in order to comply with the intent of this resolution, subject to final approval of such documents by the Governing Body. ADOPTED by the Hugoton City Council, on July 9, 2018. (SEAL) /s/ Jack E. Rowden Jack E. Rowden, Mayor ATTEST: /s/ Carrie L. Baeza Carrie L. Baeza, Hugoton City Clerk
Leading the parade is the Fire Department followed by the Cotton Gin’s bale mover.
American Implement shows off one of their tractors in the parade. A group of people ride four wheelers and rangers in the parade.
BINGO! Players enjoy some fun in the shade.
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Volleyball camp planned for July 11-12 There will be a Moscow Junior High and High School volleyball camp July 11 and 12 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Wayne Comer Gymnasium. The camp will work on skills, fundamentals and team building. This camp is not mandatory, but it will be very beneficial to work on skills prior to the beginning of the season. Contact Chelsi Randle with questions: cvaldez@usd209.org or 620417-5184.
Monday, July 23 starting at 5:30 p.m. City Park Line-up 5:00 p.m. - Judging 4:30 p.m.
You are Invited to participate in the Fair Parade. The parade consists of actual floats, commercial vehicles, fire engines, police cars, groups of individuals walking, politicians in convertibles, motorcyclists, hopefully horse and carriages, etc The Overall Float Winner will take home $100.00, Second Place is $50.00, Third is $35.00 & Division Winners are $20.00 up to $30.00 reimbursement for Float Builders. In order to be eligible for prize money, open class floats must be pre-entered by Friday, July 20. Divisions: Commercial, Organization/Club or Junior (any organized youth group or individuals of High School Age or younger) Floats are judged on Beauty, Originality, Workmanship & Adherence to Theme
For More Information or an Entry Form contact Kristen Farnum 620-453-0933 or email farnumfamily@aol.com
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Deadline is fast approaching for limited elk and deer firearm permits The application deadline for limited elk and eitherspecies deer firearm permits is July 13, 2018. Kansas residents may apply online at ksoutdoors.com for one of 12 Either-species Elk permits and 15 Antlerless-only Elk permits allocated for Unit 2a (Ft. Riley). And resident hunters who want to hunt mule deer with a firearm can apply for limited Eitherspecies Deer permits valid in the East or West zone. Those who don’t wish to hunt this year may purchase a preference point that will count toward a firearm Eitherspecies/Either-sex Deer permit in a future drawing or a bonus point for limited elk permits. Elk permit applicants only
pay the application fee ($12.81) when applying. Successful applicants will be notified by mail and the permit fee will be collected. Unsuccessful applicants will automatically receive a bonus point. Anyone who receives a limited Either-sex Elk permit is not eligible to apply again. Anyone who receives a limited Antlerless-only Elk permit may not apply again for a five-year period. Applicants may view drawing results online at ksoutdoors. com two to four weeks after the application deadline. The fees for 2018 Elk and Either-species Deer Permits are: Deer Firearm Either-species/Either-sex General Resident – $52.50
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Resident Landowner/Tenant – $32.50 Resident Youth (15 and younger): $22.50 Nonresident Tenant – $97.50 Preference Point – $11.50 Elk Firearm Either-sex General Resident – $302.50 Landowner/Tenant – $152.50 Resident Youth (15 and younger) – $127.50 Nonresident Tenant – $152.50 Bonus point – $12.81 Elk (Antlerless) General Resident – $152.50 Landowner/Tenant – $77.50 Resident Youth (15 and younger) – $52.50 Nonresident Tenant – $77.50 For a list of 2018 elk and deer seasons, consult the 2018 Kansas Hunting and Furharvesting Regulations Summary, available where licenses are sold and online at ksoutdoors.com/Hunting.
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Hugoton FFA Officers attend the State Conference for Chapter Leaders - to learn how to be effective and professional as they provide leadership to the local chapter for the next year. The officer team developed a guiding document for the chapter to use setting expecta-
tions for members and officers for all activities they plan to participate in. Left to right are David Barker, Casle Heger, Kynna Crawford, Megan Newlon, Hallie Wettstein, Karina Rodriguez and Justin Blakeley. Photo courtesy of Les McNally.
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Kynli Crawford wins third in Class with her Poland Gilt at the Team Purebred, SummerType Conference in Springfield, Il. Photo courtesy of Steve Mapes - Mapes Livestock Photography.
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Kynna Crawford takes second in Class with her Hereford Gilt at the Team Purebred, SummerType Conference in Springfield, Il. Photo courtesy of Steve Mapes - Mapes Livestock Photography.
Kynna Crawford wins fourth in Class with her Hereford Barrow at the Team Purebred, SummerType Conference in Springfield, Il. Photo courtesy of Steve Mapes - Mapes Livestock Photography.
Winter wheat harvested is 92 percent complete According to the July 9, 2018 USDA/NASS Kansas Crop Progress and Condition Report, winter wheat harvested was 92 percent, near 90 last year, and ahead of 85 for the five-year average. Winter wheat condition rated 16 percent very poor, 30 poor, 37 fair, 15 good and two percent excellent. Eric Sperber, manager of Cornerstone Ag LLC in Colby, reported the harvest to be one of the fastest harvests for the area, which is currently about 80 to 90 percent complete. They took in their first load June 27. Because of the hail storms in the area, yields varied from field to field. "We received a lot of hail in the area, losing anywhere from 750,000 to one million bushels of wheat this harvest," Sperber said. "There were some fields that were zeroed out and some that were in the mid-70s, but the average was about 30 to 40 bushels per acre." He also said test weights were excellent, averaging around 61 pounds per bushel, and proteins were mostly 12.5 percent and higher. Sperber said they got yet another hail storm Saturday, July 7. "We have had five hail
events since June 19, and fields that were missed from the previous storms got hit this time. Overall, the crop has good quality; unfortunately we lost fields due to the hail storms." Compared to other years, Sperber said this was an above average year, in terms of quality. Lane Patmon, manager of Frontier Ag Inc in Seguin in Sheridan County, reported their first load was taken in on June 28, and they are 95 percent complete with harvest. He also said yields were anywhere from ten to 60 bushels per acre, test weights ranged from 56.5 to 63 pounds per bushel, and proteins averaged around 13.4 percent. Patmon said this is the first year they have tested for proteins. "I noticed for this year our test weights are high, along with our proteins," Patmon said. "Most years our tests weights are lighter and our proteins are higher. This year they both are higher together." Bill Spiegel, a farmer from Randall in Jewell County, finished with his harvest two weeks ago June 24. Spiegel said wheat in his area normally ranges from 65 to 70 bushels per acre, but he reported this
year was about ten bushels per acre less. The yield losses were due to dryness, as they didn't receive any rain from October until April. He also said test weights were surprisingly good, until the area was hit with some rain showers. "In one rain storm we got three inches of rain and by the time they got back into the field they lost about one to three pounds of test weight. It was one of those harvests where we are glad to have it done," Spiegel said. "The crop didn't look good from the beginning. It turned out better than expected, but our expectations were really low to begin with." "Every year is different and with each year we go out with the best situation planned," Spiegel said. "The rain produced weeds in the fields as well, but we got it all done, and we are ready to start planning for 2019 wheat harvest." The 2018 Harvest Report is brought to you by the Kansas Wheat Commission, Kansas Association of Wheat Growers and the Kansas Grain and Feed Association. To follow along with harvest updates on Twitter, use #wheatharvest18.
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Hugoton’s 14U Blues stop for a picture at the American Softball Association State competition in Great Bend last weekend. In front, from left to right are J. Salazar, M.
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Mendoza and K. Garza. In back are Coach Torres, L. Torres, M. Turner, R. Stone, M. McDaniels, J. Rivera, R. McGraw, B. Manwarren and Coach Garza. Hugoton 12U Blues catcher Whitley Cruz prepares to snag the pitch out of the air during games in Great Bend Saturday, June 30.
Madison Kurts prepares to swing away during action at Great Bend last weekend. Kurts is a member of the Hugoton Blues 12U team.
Tough Enough To Wear Pink raises money for cancer
Hugoton’s 12U Blues team competed at the American Softball Association State tournament this past Saturday and Sunday in Salina. From left to right standing, are Coach Tom McClure, Whitley Cruz, Maedeen McClure, Coach
Hugoton Storm competed in the Mid-America Youth Basketball WTX National Qualifier June 29-July 1 in Amarillo, Tx. In the back row left to right are Coach Keenan Thompson, Yacky Coreno, Ella Beesley, Jewels Kraisinger and Assistant Jenna Beesley. In the third row are Raleigh Angell, Abi Slocum and McKenna
Rebecca Garza, Aislee Austin, Dianey Armendariz, Zoe Torres and Coach Trent Kurts. In front are Addison Garza, Madison Kurts, Lexy Hickey and Abi Yoder.
Plummer. In the second row are Danica Amerin, Alyssa Rodriguez and Abrielle Medina. In front are Emerson Williams, Braylee Kraisinger, Avery Amerin and Faith Beesley. The girls won their final game 20-12 against the Amarillo Stormies to place third in their bracket. Way to go girls! Photo courtesy of Erin Kraisinger.
Since its inception more than a decade ago, the Dodge City Roundup Rodeo’s Tough Enough to Wear Pink campaign has raised more than $200,000. That’s saying something, but there’s so much more. All of that money raised has gone to Circle of Hope, a selfhelp non-profit group for all types of cancer patients and their caregivers. The group hopes to just keep adding to it during this year’s event. “We typically raise about $20,000 a year for the Circle of Hope,” said Mary Trotter, who has been associated with TETWP since its founding. “The fact that it stays in southwest Kansas is why it stays as it is. What we do is pass the hats for the first four nights of the rodeo and have a pink booth at the rodeo. “Passing the hat seems to have been the most successful for us. Of course, we really have a big push on the Saturday night of the rodeo, which is our pink night.” Roundup Rodeo is set for 7:45 p.m. Wednesday, August 1 through Sunday, August 5, at Roundup Arena. That means there are ample opportunities for the TETWP to raise more money for the regional charity, which has been assisting patients and caregivers through their cancer journey since 1993. The support group encourages hope, strength and positive attitude. “Cancer is just plain scary,” said Trotter, the wife of the longtime president of Roundup, Dr. R.C. Trotter. “You never know what’s lurking in your body.” The national Tough
Enough to Wear Pink campaign was created by breast cancer survivor Bonnie Wheatley, the mother of team roper Wade Wheatley, along with Karl Stressman, who was with Wrangler at the time and went on to be Commissioner of the PRCA. The plan was to allow rodeo and the Western community to rally against breast cancer.
Hundreds of rodeos across the country take part in the campaign, and not all are focused on breast cancer. That is the case with the Dodge City group. In 2016, the local TETWP campaign raised $27,000 and was among the top 15 in the country. It remains one of the biggest fundraisers in the country each year.
PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, July 5, 2018) 3t IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Peggy Leech, deceased, CASE NO. 17-PR-41 NOTICE OF HEARING THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are notified that a petition has been filed in this Court by William Michael Leech and David Robert Leech, duly appointed, qualified and acting Executors of the Estate of Peggy Leech, deceased, requesting that Petitioners’ acts be approved; the Petitioners’ account be settled and allowed; the heirs be determined; the Will construed and the Estate be assigned to the persons entitled thereto; the Court find the allowances requested for attorneys’ fees and expenses are reasonable, should be allowed and
ordered paid; the court costs be determined and ordered paid; the administration of the Estate be closed; upon the filing of receipts the Petitioners be finally discharged as Executors of the Estate of Peggy Leech, deceased, and Petitioners be released from further liability. You are required to file your written defenses to the petition on or before July 31, 2018, at 10:30 a.m. in the District Court in Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail to file your written defenses, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition. William Michael Leech and David Robert Leech, Executors BROLLIER, WOLF & KUHARIC Box 39, Hugoton, KS 67951 (620) 544-8555 Attorneys for Executors
Stevens County Fair Backyard Cook-Off This fun and friendly competition will be held July 24. Showcase your talents and possibly win a cash prize of up to $300. Entry deadline is July 19
The high school boys’ summer basketball team finished their season with a first place finish at last weekend’s MAYB tournament in Pratt. The boys went 5-0 on the weekend. Back row left to right are Haden Daharsh, Cade Mecklenburg,
Riggs Martin, Wyatt Angell, Sawyer Harper and Jayce Korf. In the front row are Michael Mirabal, Carlos Montiel, Jagger Hertel and Damian Lewis. Photo courtesy of C.J. Korf.
Entry forms and rules are available at the Stevens County Extension Office. For more information contact Melissa at 620-428-2788.
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NEWS
By Phoebe Brummett
Rolla-Richfield-Dermot Cindy Hittle retires after twenty-seven years Sadly, all good things must come to an end. That is the case in the Rolla Library system. Cindy Hittle, who has faithfully served the community as county librarian for 27 years, has decided it’s time for her to seek other ventures. Everyone is invited to attend her come and go reception Monday, July 30 from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. in the Rolla Library. As her invites say, “It’s time for
this little birdie to fly the coop!” Cindy plans to read, sew, travel anywhere she can and spend more time with
her family. Join the community in saying best wishes to Cindy Hittle.
Dance to Riders Ford Saturday There will be some bootscootin’ boogie going on in Rolla at the park Saturday, July 14. Beginning at 9:00 p.m., Riders Ford will be performing for anyone who would like to attend. A free
will donation will be accepted at the gate. Bring your lawn chair and join the party! The music is sure to be country strong and loud! Come out and celebrate with the alumni.
Fireworks provide enjoyment July 3 Volunteers and donations are what keep some traditions alive and kicking when you are from small town America. Double T, Jordan Air, Morton County Chamber of Commerce, Rolla Recreation, Will Fitzgerald, Anne Schnable, Rapp Spraying, Rolla Corner Stop, Rolla Fire Department
and the City of Rolla joined together to provide an outstanding fireworks display Tuesday, July 3, following the night swim. Night swim was extended to 10:00 p.m. Finger foods and snacks were served to keep the munchies at bay while watching the splendid fireworks display.
Josh Hull, Kyle Goodloe, Will Fitzgerald and Lacey Jenkins were the pyromaniacs in charge of shooting the rockets. Rolla and the surrounding communities greatly appreciate all the efforts these individuals and businesses put forth to make a small community come to life.
The Rolla Lifeguard staff is always ready, showing their patriotic colors on the third of July, as well as the fourth! Standing in the back, left to right are Aaron Apelu, Eduardo Quezada, Raegan Hinds, Jonathan Cruz and Daniel
Weatherly. In front are Cacee Milburn, Melanie Norton, Jessie Slaughter, Audra Langley and Sydni Root. Photo courtesy of Rolla Swimming Pool Facebook page.
Celebrate Alumni Banquet Saturday
Rolla’s ninety - seventh Alumni Banquet will be Saturday, July 14. There will be a meet and greet beginning at 3:30 p.m. with refresh-
ments. Dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m. Janice Hollis, Becki Richardson and a host of others have worked tirelessly to make sure the banquet is
splendid. If you graduated from Rolla High, you don’t want to miss it!
Hazing with the Hays Gaze Rolla History from David Stout
Pictured left to right are the pyromaniacs in charge of shooting the Rolla rockets: Josh Hull,
Kyle Goodloe, Will Fitzgerald and Lacey Jenkins. Photo courtesy of Anne Schnable.
In order to tell this story about the coaching style of Neill Hays beginning in 1961, I’m going to have to jump ahead to the future to a letter I wrote to my parents in August 2005. At the time of writing the letter, I was living in Taiwan and there was a news story on television and in the print media about a high school coach in Taiwan and the baseball team he was coaching. The newspaper story included a photograph of several of the high school athletes displaying their bare bottoms to the press. I clipped the article and sent it to my parents, but since the article was written in Chinese, I had to explain the story to my parents. It was about a coach who had been hitting his baseball players on their bottoms hard enough to cause visible injuries. The boys’ parents were so incensed about the coach’s aggressive coaching style they called a news conference and requested their sons to drop their pants for the reporters’ cameras. I explained to my parents this story reminded me of when Neill Hays was our coach during my time in high school. He never physically abused us, but I remember how aghast everyone was when he shouted at us during basketball games. This was a new coaching style, and the parents and the larger Rolla community were pretty unhappy with his behavior, but we players supported and respected him. He was a darn good coach. Linking Rolla’s past with Taiwan’s present in my letter, I wrote, “It’s kind of interesting that forty-five years ago, y’all were upset with a coach for merely yelling at us, but here in Taiwan today, parents are just now getting upset over a coach hitting their kids.
“Just to give you another perspective on the cultural differences, I showed the picture to one of my friends, a twenty-six-year-old Taiwanese graduate student. Now, he couldn’t believe the parents were getting upset over such a little thing. He explained it was normal for kids in Taiwan society to be beaten and abused by parents and teachers. He raised his pant legs to show me scars that he still had from the beatings he got as a kid. He told me his father would also throw hot water on him. Another time, he was washing his face in the basin, but rather than putting his face down in the water, he would just splash the water on his face. His father noticed this and told him men were to put their faces down in the water. His father suspected he was afraid to do this, and so he ordered him to wash his face that way. My friend told his father he wasn’t afraid of the water; he just didn’t want to wash his face that way. “Whereupon, his father tied the boy’s hands behind his back, picked him up and forced his face down into the water. Well, the father nearly drowned his son. And because of that experience, the son developed a fear of putting his face down into water. Where there wasn’t a problem before, there now was one – fear of water. “So anyway, the point of all this was that my friend wasn’t very sympathetic to some small bruises on the baseball players’ butts. He said, ‘This is part of our culture. This has been going on for 5,000 years. We all grow up this way. It’s no big deal.’ “Well, thank God there are some parents today who are starting to question their 5,000 year old cultural heritage and beginning to challenge ‘the way it’s always
“First String” Basketball Team, Rolla, Morton County, 1961-1962 includes, left to right, Gary Bane, Rick Williamson, Calvin Perkins, Gary Clinesmith, Gary Vogt, David Stout, Jerry
been.’” Getting back to Neill Hays now, it wasn’t necessary for him to lay a finger on any of us because he could totally control us with his voice – and his eyes. He had the steeliest blue eyes which could stare down any of us. We athletes talked among ourselves about this, all daring each other to try and stare him down. We all tried, but none of us could do it. Two seconds was about our limit. He didn’t haze us by beating us; he hazed with his gaze. Of course, if that was all there was to him, he wouldn’t have gotten our respect. No, there was more to him than that. He got results. We felt that man knew what he was doing, and two things I especially remember about his coaching was that he taught us how to make two points within the first 15 seconds after the start of a game. That fact was so demoralizing to the other teams: 15 seconds into the game and they were already behind. The second thing was that he trained us hard to be in good physical shape so that we would have the stamina to outrun our opponents. We played a fast game. Because of this emphasis, none of us ever smoked or drank beer when we were competing for him. Neill Hays commanded our respect. And he got it. He deserved it.
Rolla High School Basketball Coach Neill Hays
Dannels, unknown, Jerold Hubbard and Bob Niles. In front are coaches Ron Reed and Neill Hays. Photo courtesy of David Stout.
LOOKING BACK Memories from yesteryear Family of Elmer H. Thompson, Early Day Schoolteacher By Velma Thompson Gooch Dad and Mother came to Stevens County from Kiowa County in May of 1916. They came by train to Dodge City and on to Hugoton where they were met by W.D. Thompson, Daddy’s brother who was living in Morton County. The family consisted of four small children, Gladys age nine, Virgil age eight, Forrest “Skinny” age six and Lola age three. They moved into a deserted shack while building a house on the homestead, 13 miles northwest of Hugoton. First a well had to be drilled. Jake Kilbourn of Hugoton and Jake Drake drilled the well. When it was first completed, the water had to be pulled up by rope and bucket. In the fall of the year, a pump was installed which was an improvement, but the water was still pumped by hand. The day the windmill was delivered was a time to celebrate. Dad farmed a quarter of land, which must have been difficult as he had an artificial limb, having lost one leg above the knee in a buggy wheel accident when he was a boy of 14. In those days, the limbs were made of wood and were heavy and awkward. Many people didn’t realize he was wearing it, just assumed he had a slight limp. In July, Theda was born, bringing the number of kids to five. Dad started teaching in the fall of 1916 at the Pleasant Valley School in Morton County. This was a one-room school halfdugout, heated by a pot-bellied stove. Since his duties included janitor service, he and three small children had to leave home before daylight in an
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This is the Elmer Thompson family. They consist of Elmer Thompson, Murrell Thompson
and children, Gladys, Virgil, Forrest “Skinny”, Lola, Theda, Pauline, Danny, Velma and
Richard Lee “Dick” (not in any kind of order).
open buggy to make the three and one-half mile drive and prepare the room for the nine o’clock opening. He taught at Pleasant Valley until 1918, then organized and taught Liberty Union, a joint school in Stevens County. He received a salary of forty dollars a month. During this time period, three more children joined the gang, Pauline, Danny and Velma. I was number eight. We lived on the original farm for ten years. Then with the growing and teaching duties, Dad gave up the farming and moved to the Voorhees community south of Hugoton.
May 8, 1926, I was replaced as the baby of the family by the birth of Richard Lee “Dick” Thompson. This finally completed the family with a total of four boys and five girls. Danny was the most relaxed member of the family. After high school he went to Garden City and worked in a food store until Dad’s health prompted his retirement. Then Danny came home and helped fill out Dad’s term in the Register of Deeds office. From May of 1943 until November 1945, Danny spent in the armed forces during World War II. Soon after his return, he and Skinny formed a partnership and opened up Thompson
Brothers IGA. Dick, the last of the litter, was always up to some trick. One day, he came home with his head shaved. I believe it was Okal Woolsey who he persuaded to do this job on him. Mother was so shocked she was speechless. Another time, he came home from his paper route with a bag full of dead rattlesnakes, sending us into hysterics. Then proceeded to skin them and dry the skins to make belts for himself and friends. Photo and story taken from the “History of Stevens County and its People”, published in 1979.
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF NELLIE N. HYDE Case No. 18PR22 NOTICE OF HEARING You are hereby notified that Charla Kay Ford, petitioner and executor of the Last Will and Testament of Nellie N. Hyde, deceased, has filed a petition in the above Court, together with an authenticated copy of the foreign probated will of the decedent, Nellie N. Hyde, and the proceedings admitting her will to probate in the Probate Court of Henry County, Georgia. The Petition alleges, among other things, that the decedent was the owner at the time of her death of certain real estate situate in Stevens County, Kansas and Morton County, Kansas, upon which decedent's will operates, as more fully described in the petition filed in this proceeding.
Willis and Hagman tie for high score
This photo shows the homecoming parade prior to the first Hugoton High School football game in 1921. Thanks for sharing, Stanley McGill - curator of the Stevens County Gas and Historical Musuem.
History from the Hermes by Ruthie Winget
Wilson Memorial Hospital at Ulysses after being bitten by a rattlesnake. Marty was bitten while playing near his farm home with his sevenyear-old sister Kim and Cary Roland. Apparently the children ran upon the snake so fast that they did not hear any warning until after it had struck. Young Marty is holding his own at this time. Thursday, July 17, 1958 Hugoton Postmaster George D. Massey has plenty of stamps and postal cards on hand for when the new rates take effect August 1. From then on, it will cost four cents an ounce to mail a first class letter. Post cards also raised from two cents to three cents to mail.
Friday, July 16, 1948 Wayne Reynolds celebrated his tenth birthday July 13. His mother, Mrs. Art Reynolds, entertained the following with a frontier theme: Roy Cavner, Larry Good, Donald Horton, Steven Pamplin, Buddy Reynolds, Larry Reynolds, Glen, Janice and Joan Teeter, and Billy and Jackie Reynolds. Ice cream and cake was served the “cowhands”. If any readers have pictures or memories for the history page of the Hermes, please bring them in to Ruthie Winget at the Hugoton Hermes Newspaper.
TATE & KITZKE L.L.C. 1024 S. Trindle, P. O. Box 909 Hugoton, KS 67951 Telephone: 620-544-2103 Attorneys for Petitioner
tion Twenty-two (22), Township Thirty-three (33) South, Range Thirty-seven (37) West of the 6th P.M., Stevens County, Kansas, according to the recorded plat thereof.
ORDINANCE NO. 846
“Tony” Helfrich, Harry Madden, Robert “Bob” Horst, Langdon “Shanks” Morgan, Harlan Hershey, Cecil Joslin and James “Jim” Hershey.
Thursday, July 5, Hugoton’s Bridge Club met for their regular game at the Senior Center. Betty Willis and Dorothy Hagman tied for high score. Second place went to Midge Greenwood and Donita Graham. Barbara Maerz served as hostess. Refreshments were excellent. If you enjoy playing cards, eating a few goodies and
Charla Kay Ford Petitioner
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE “OFFICIAL ZONING DISTRICT MAP” OF THE CITY OF HUGOTON, KANSAS BY REZONING THE FOLLOWING REAL ESTATE, TO WIT: THE EAST 175 FEET OF LOT FIVE (5) IN BLOCK THREE (3) OF HUGOTON INDUSTRIAL SUBDIVISION LOCATED IN THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (NW/4) OF SECTION TWENTY-TWO (22), TOWNSHIP THIRTY-THREE (33) SOUTH, RANGE THIRY-SEVEN (37) WEST OF THE 6TH P.M., STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS ACCORDING TO THE RECORED PLAT THEREOF.
This is the first football team of Hugoton High School in the autumn of 1921 . Left to right are Roscoe Lease, Earl “Red” Massey, Clem Richardson, Gilbert Hicks, Kenneth “Tags” Jennings, Raymond “Jorge” Jennings, Robert “Bob” Wheaton, Anthony
The petitioner prays the Court for an order admitting the proceedings had in the Probate Court of Henry County, Georgia, to probate and record in the District Court of Stevens County, Kansas, and adjudging administration of the estate within the State of Kansas is unnecessary and should not be required; the decedent's real estate, including the mineral interests, described in the Petition, owned by the decedent, Nellie N. Hyde, be assigned to the persons entitled thereto, pursuant to the terms of decedent's will, and for further relief. You are hereby required to file your defenses to the petition on or before the 23rd day of July, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. of said day, in said Court, in the district courtroom at the county courthouse, in Hugoton, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition.
PUBLIC NOTICE
Museum Update
Thursday, July 16, 1998 Betty Roepe, manager of Sunflower Plaza Apartments of Hugoton, has been named the Manager of the Year by the Southwest Kansas Housing Authority. Thursday, June 23, 1988 Charlotte (Persinger) Baron will be signing copies of her book, “The Widows Handbook” at the Stevens County Library this week. Charlotte is the daughter of Marjorie Persinger and was raised in Hugoton. She is a Hugoton High School graduate. Thursday, June 18, 1968 Marty Richardson, sixyear-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Jimmie Richardson of Moscow, was rushed to Bob
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visiting with friends, contact Dorothy Hagman at 620-544-2945 to see about playing Bridge!
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF HUGOTON, KANSAS: Section 1. That pursuant to the recommendation of the Hugoton City Planning Commission, the “Zoning District Map” referred to in Ordinance No. 692, the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Hugoton, Kansas, is hereby amended by rezoning the following described property from “I-1” Light Industrial District to “B-1” Commercial Business District:
Section 2. Upon the change in zoning becoming effective as set forth in Section 3 below, the City Clerk of the City of Hugoton, Kansas, is hereby directed to change the designation of the “Official Zoning Map” for the City of Hugoton, Kansas to show that the property described herein is in zoning district “B1” Commercial Business District and said official zoning map as changed is hereby reincorporated by reference as part of said Zoning Ordinance. Section 3. EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after its adoption and publication in the Hugoton Hermes, the official city newspaper; and the requested change in zoning is approved at this time Passed and approved by the Governing Body of the City of Hugoton, Kansas, this 9th day of July, 2018. /s/ Jack E. Rowden Jack E. Rowden, Mayor (S E A L)
The East 175 Feet of Lot Five (5) in Block Three (3) of Hugoton Industrial Subdivision located in the Northwest Quarter (NW/4) of Sec-
/s/ Carrie L. Baeza Carrie L. Baeza, City Clerk
PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, July 12, 2018)
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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 $ .25 per word per insertion. The weekly minimum is $4.00. 2) Classified display advertising rate is $5.50 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: Part-time help needed at The Store in Moscow. Must be reliable and able to pass a drug screen. Call 620-598-2244 or come by The Store for an application. Ask for Ashley or Robin. (2c27) --------------CAREGIVER NEEDED: For adult female in Moscow area. Flexible hours. If interested, call 620-453-2051. (2c28) ---------------
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Apply at gin 3 1/2 mi. SW of Moscow Hwy 56 or call 620-598-2008. (tfc9)
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Pick up an application at the Premier Shop or at the office, 400 NW Ave. in Hugoton. Must have current CDL, good MVR & be able to pass drug & alcohol test
Benefits include BC/BS health insurance and 401(k) plan
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OTR DRIVERS WANTED
Full/Part time Class A CDL with N endorsement. 2 years min. experience and clean MVR Great starting pay, BC/BS benefits package & paid vacation
For questions, please call 620-544-2900. Pick up application at 1525 W. 10th St. in Hugoton.
TRUCK DRIVER WANTED
For a very progressive, family-oriented company. Competitive pay based on experience. Home every night. Clean class A CDL required. Applicant must pass physical, drug screen and back exam. Benefits include health insurance, life insurance and paid time off. Uniforms and safety equipment provided
Contact LATHEM WATER SERVICE, PO Box 1105, 920 S. Colorado Ulysses, Ks. 67880 620-356-3422 or email resume to walmac@pld.com
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Truck Driver Wanted Must have CDL and clean MVR. You are home every night, health insurance provided and 401K available. You must fill out application at office 1 mile south of Cimarron at Tim Dewey Trucking Office: 620-855-3188 or Darren 620-357-1710 (tfc26)
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Stevens County Hospital is seeking eligible candidates to fill the following positions: Full-time RNs/LPNs to work nights on the Med/Surg floor of the Stevens County Hospital. Qualified candidates must
for reading The Hermes Official Newspaper of Stevens County
Solution to July 5, 2018 puzzle
NIGHT WATCH/ SECURITY Willing to put out good effort and work well with others. Communication skills a must! We offer affordable health, dental and vision. ESOP retirement program
Please apply at Centerfire
Feedyard
10925 Road P, Ulysses, Ks. 67880
620-356-2010
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NOW HIRING! Bartlett Cattle has an immediate opening at our Sublette feedlot.
have Kansas nursing licensure to be eligible. We offer competitive wages, shift differentials, and mileage reimbursement to nurses living 15 miles or more outside of Stevens County. A generous sign-on bonus is available to full-time new hires. For more information contact Dawn Maas, DON at 620-544-8511. PRN RNs and LPNs for all shifts at the Stevens County Hospital and Pioneer Manor. Qualified candidates must have Kansas RN/LPN licensure to be eligible. We offer competitive wages, shift differentials of $2.50/$3.50 for RNs; $1.50/$2.25 for LPNs; and mileage reimbursement to RNs and LPNs living 15 miles or more outside of Stevens County. Full-time CNAs to work at Pioneer Manor, both day and night shifts are available. Qualified candidates must have current Kansas CNA licensure, a love of the elderly and the willingness to work as a valued part of our team. We offer an exceptional benefits package, shift differentials and a set rotation with every other weekend off. Full-time RNs or LPNs to work both shifts at Pioneer Manor. Qualified candidates must have Kansas RN/LPN licensure to be eligible. We offer competitive wages, shift differentials of $2.50/$3.50 for RNs; $1.50/$2.25 for LPNs; and mileage reimbursement to RNs and LPNs living 15 miles or more outside of Stevens County.
Applications may be obtained at the Information Desk,
Feed Truck Driver Bring your truck driving and cattle handling experience to con-
located next to the Medical Clinic inside Stevens County Hospital.
Bartlett offers competitive wages and a full-benefit package with: paid vacation, health and life insurance premiums paid 100% for employee, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and profit sharing for all full-time employees.
or you may call Human Resources at 620-544-6141 for more information regarding any current openings.
tribute in a variety of areas of a large commercial feedlot.
Resumes may be emailed to dmangels@stevenscountyhospital.com
Apply in person or call today Drug Screen/Background Check
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BARTLETT CATTLE CO. Hwy US 83 & US 160 • Sublette, Ks. 800-860-7290
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Stevens County FSA Temporary Program Technician The Stevens County Farm Service Agency (FSA) is accepting applications for a temporary full-time Program Technician position beginning at a Grade 3 or Grade 4. Salary range is $26,587 to $33,394 depending on knowledge and experience. Depending on the duration of the temporary appointment, health benefits may be offered. An agricultural background and general computer knowledge is not required, but could be helpful. Applications (FSA-675, Application for FSA County Employment and KSAs Knowledge, Skills & Abilities) may be picked up at the Stevens County FSA Office, Hugoton, KS between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Applications and KSAs must be returned to the office no later than 4:30 pm, Friday, July 13, 2018. USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender (1c28)
PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, July 5, 2018) 3t IN THE 26th JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION OF ANGELICA CHANTAL SHUCK To Change Her Name to: ANGELICA CHANTAL SHEETS Case No. 18CV27 PURSUANT TO K.S.A. CHAPTER 60 NOTICE OF HEARING THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL WHO ARE OR MAY BE CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that Angelica Chantal Shuck, filed a Petition in the above court on the 2nd day of July,
2018, requesting a judgment and order changing his/her name from Angelica Chantal Shuck to Angelica Chantal Sheets. The Petition will be heard in Stevens County District Court, 200 E. Sixth Street, Hugoton, Kansas, on the 29th day of August, 2018, at 9:00 a.m. If you have any objection to the requested name change, you are required to file a responsive pleading on or before August 28, 2018 in this court or appear at the hearing and object to the requested name change. If you fail to act, judgment and order will be entered upon the Petition as requested by Petitioner. TATE & KITZKE L.L.C. 1024 S. Trindle/P.O. Box 909 Hugoton, KS 67951
Southern Pioneer Electric Company is seeking a highly motivated individual for the position of Apprentice or Journeyman Lineman at our Liberal location. Must have a High School diploma or equivalent. On-the-job training will be provided and individual must acquire, within a reasonable time span, the skills and knowledge utilized in the construction and maintenance of overhead and URD distribution and transmission system and related activities. Successful applicant will be required to climb poles, use equipment, and must successfully complete the company’s Apprenticeship program. Interested candidate must have excellent interpersonal communication skills, a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, be self-motivated, enjoy public contact and ability to work with a variety of employees and consumers under differing circumstances. Working conditions include mostly outside work in all types of weather with heavy lifting. May also require working some irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays. Finalist will be required to successfully pass a post-offer physical examination and alcohol-drug test, and must possess or obtain a valid Kansas CDL. Successful candidate must reside within 15 miles of the Liberal office and be a Kansas resident. Southern Pioneer Electric will reward the right person with a competitive compensation and benefit package. For a complete copy of Position Outline or Job Specifications, contact Human Resources at 620-424-5212. Applications or resumes should be mailed to Southern Pioneer Electric Company, ATT: Human Resources, PO Box 430, Ulysses, KS 67880, or emailed to mmorales@pioneerelectric.coop Deadline for submission of applications or resumes is July 13, 2018.
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FOR SALE FOR SALE: Black Angus Bulls, Registered, Tested, 2 year olds, Yearlings, Heifer Bulls, Delivery, Conformation, Performance. Call: Black Velvet Ranch, Aaron Plunkett, Syracuse, KS 620-384-1101. (15c16) --------------HOME FOR SALE: 1203 S. Jefferson, 3 bedroom/2 bath. Living Room w/ fireplace, lot & a half, appliances included (washer/dryer, refrigerator, stove, dishwasher). Call 620-544-1714. (tfc15) --------------LOT FOR SALE: Kallenbach’s Fifth, Lot 3, Block 14 (100’x124’). 1405 S. Eisenhower $22,000. Call 703-780-7770; if no answer, please leave a message. (2p28)
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1017 S Madison- Ranch style, 3 bed/2 bath, bsmt, kitchen appliances, det garage, cen H/A, nice neighborhood! Call Karen today to see this nice property.
FOR RENT FOR RENT: 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments. Furnished or unfurnished. Bills included, washer & dryer and cable. One apartment has become available and one house is available. Call 620-544-2232. (tfc)
--------------FOR RENT: 2 affordable Mobile Homes for Rent. 1- 2 bdrm and 1 3-bdrm. Available in June. Call 544-3069. (tfc20)
450 sq. ft. Corner Office @1026 S. Main (tfc15)
APARTMENT FOR RENT: 2 bedroom, central heat/air, all applicances. One car garage. Call 620-544-1714. (tfc24) ---------------
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ROLLA PLAZA APARTMENTS 1- and 2- bedroom apartments available (Rental Assistance Available) Equal Housing Opportunity
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GARAGE SALE: Friday, July 13, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, July 14, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon, 1488 Vet Clinic Road - 1/4 Mile East of Hugoton. Furniture, Tools, Electronics, Clothes, Jewelry, Lots of Kitchen Goodies, Lots of Stuff! --------------HUGE GARAGE SALE: Friday, July 13, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, July 14, 8:00 a.m. - ???, 101 S. Jefferson --------------GARAGE SALE: Saturday, July 14, 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., 707 S. Polk, Lots of Stuff!! -------------MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE: Saturday, July 7, 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., 800 S. Van Buren, Home Decor, Kitchen Items, Furniture, Tools, Men’s Clothing, Women’s Clothing, Coats, Purses, Toys, Comforters, Sheets, Blankets, Lots of Miscellaneous ---------------
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(620) 624-1212 515 East Eighth - Great Starter! Ranch 518 Jayhawk Avenue - Beautiful ranch style style, 3 bd/1 ba, cen H/A, det garage. Call on a 1.5 lots. Gorgeous oak cabinets and to see this property. trim, 3 bed/2 bath, att garage, WIC, basement, fence, sprinkler, det garage and much, much more! Call to schedule your private SOLD showing!
1001 S Harrison - Beautiful ranch, located close to schools! 5 bed/3 bath, dine in kitchen with appliances, formal dining, finished basement, corner lot, screened patio. Great find!! Call today to schedule a showing!!
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trustees of any defendants who are minors or under any legal disability; and the unknown heirs, executors, administrators, devisees, trustees, creditors, and assigns of any person alleged to be deceased and any person claiming an interest in the real estate that is the subject matter of this litigation,
Case No. 18CV28
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1035 S Van Buren- Nice, ranch style, 2 bed/1 b, att garage, sprinkler system, security system, circle drive. Nice updates! Call 511 S Washington - Ranch style 3 bed/2 today to see this nice property! ba, attached garage, cen H/A, kitchen appliances, fenced yard. Fresh paint, move in ready! Call to see this nice property!
You are hereby notified that a Petition has been filed in the District Court of Stevens County, Kansas, by the Plaintiff, City of Hugoton, praying for a decree quieting the title to West Ten feet (W10’) of Lots One (1), Two (2) and Three (3) and the East Ten feet (E10’) of Lots Four (4), Five (5) and Six (6), all located in Block Ninety-six (96), City of Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, according to the duly filed and recorded plat thereof. You are required to plead to said Petition on or before the 27th day of August , 2018, in said Court at Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon said Petition. CITY OF HUGOTON Plaintiff TATE & KITZKE L.L.C. 1024 S. Trindle, P. O. Box 909 Hugoton, KS 67951-0909 620-544-2103 Attorneys for Plaintiff
Hermes Deadline: Monday 5 pm
Countless recent improvements throughout the home -
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PREGNANT? NEED HELP? Call Birthright of Garden City, 620-276-3605 or Birthline of Liberal, 1404 N. Western, 620-626-6763. (tfc3) -------------ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS will help you if you sincerely want to stop drinking. Call 544-9047. (tfc1) ---------------
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507 Jayhawk Ave - Price Reduction! This beautiful ranch style home has so much to offer the growing family. 3 bed/3 bath, 420 S Washington- Ranch, two living areas, large kitchen w/appliances, full bsmt with gourmet kitchen with commercial appliances, wet bar, oversized dbl garage with that attached 3 car garage. Call today to see this "man cave" feel! Fenced yard, spinkler lovely home! system, established neighborhood! Great family area!!! Just ask the neighbors!! Call today to see this nice property!!
516 W. Tenth - Ranch, 3 bed/1 ba., cen H/A, carport, fence. Great starter home!! Call today!!
308 Fourth Avenue, Rolla - Charming, Ranch style, 4 bed/2 bath, bsmt, fence, det garage, carport, hardwood floors. Call Karen today to see this nice property!
1101 S Adams- Ranch Style, 5 bed/2 b, appliances, fin bsmt, cen H/A, att garage, fence. Cute as can be!! Call Karen today to schedule your showing!!
ED REDUC 705 Washington, Rolla - Beautiful Brick Ranch Style, fin basement, 5 bed/3 b, att grg, fence, appliances! Move in ready! Call today!!
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1003 S. Adams - Beautiful, 1 1/2 story, 5 bed 3 bath, fpl, 2 decks, oversized garage w/workshop, storage shed and much, much more! $275,000
310 West 9th St- Ranch Style, 3 bed/2.5 bath, open concept, fpl, kit appl, att garage, det garage, fence, cen H/A, safe room...much more. Call today to see this 916 S Jackson - Cute! Cute! Cute! Ranch lovely home!! style, 2 bed/1 ba, large kitchen w/appliances, wood floors, updated bath fixtures, fresh paint, fenced yard, det garage, storage! Wonderful starter! Call today to see this nice SOLD property!
107 N Jackson- Lot for sale! Great location and neighborhood! Call Karen today for more details!!
1016 S Trindle - Nice ranch style home, 3 bd/1 ba, att garage, cen H/A, kit appliances, fence and nice neighborhood! Call today.
“Specializing in Agricultural Land, Residential and Commercial Property” Mark Faulkner - Broker Karen Yoder - Associate Broker Residential, Agricultural & Commercial Specialist
Karen Yoder - 544-4161 or Cellphone 544-3730 “Call Us For All Your Real Estate Needs”
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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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1101 S Monroe- Nice Ranch Style home nestled on a corner location of the Kallenbach Addition. You can enjoy the massive lot space with 30,000 sf of area. The home has 3 bed/3 bath, original wood floors, thermal pane windows, cen H/A, partial finish to the basement, lots of storage area, att garage, fenced yard, in ground sprinkler system. The list goes on! Call today to see this lovely home!
AL-Anon Family Group
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NOTICE OF SUIT STATE OF KANSAS TO THE ABOVENAMED DEFENDANTS, AND ALL OTHER PERSONS WHO ARE OR MAY BE CONCERNED:
146 S. Jefferson 3 bed, 1 bath, 2 car detached garage
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1403 S Jefferson- Beautiful ranch, 3 bed/3 bath, att garage, cen H/A, fpl, cov patio, 36 x 24 det garage w/heat & bath. This is truly a 1501 S Madison - Beautiful bi-level, 5 bed/2 pleaser for the whole family. Call Karen bath, att garage, central H/A, fpl (2), deck, in today to view this nice property! ground sprinkler, corner lot, good location! Call Karen today to see this gorgeous property!!
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1204 S Madison- Nice ranch style with a full finished basement. This property has a lot to offer. 3 bed/2 bath with an additional room that could be bed/office/craft room. Deck, in ground sprinkler, attached and detached garages, storage shed. All this home needs is a new family! Located in the Kallenbach addition close to schools and merchants! Call today to see this beauty!
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SANTOS ORNEALAS a/k/a SANTOS ORNELAS; PORFIRIO JAVIER BUSTILLOS; TABIN PADILLA; ZOILA DE LA CRUZ; JOSEFINA ORNELAS; NAPOLEON M. LUSICA; DANA L. SWAN; JUDY WILLS; CLIFFORD E. WILLS; DWAYNE H. WEST; JULIE C. WEST; ELVA JANE SCUSSEL; JAMES T. SCUSSEL; RILEY CHEVROLET BUICK INC.; DEBORAH K. RILEY; GERROND MANAGEMENT INC.; STEVEN B. MUSGROVE; CIRCLE K STORES INC. f/k/a THE PANTRY INC.; STATE OF KANSAS, DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE; WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATIONS; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC.; EQUITY BANK f/k/a FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF LIBERAL; JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A.; BANK OF AMERICA, N.A.; PHH MORTGAGE CORP.; UNITED FIDELITY FUNDING CORP.; U.S. BANK HOME MORTGAGE; and the unknown heirs, executors, administrators, devisees, trustees, creditors, and assigns of any deceased defendants; the unknown spouses of any defendants; the unknown officers, successors, trustees, creditors, and assigns of any defendants 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 unknown guardians, conservators, and
911 S Harrison - Ranch style, 3 bed/2 bath, elec heat, cen air, kit appliances, carport, storage building, fence. Nice property! Call today to see this nice home!!
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1004 S Van Buren - Ranch style, brick 3 bed/2 b, basement, att garage, 40 x 30 det garage, fence, kit, island & appliances, cen H/A. A must see!!! Call today to view this beautiful home!
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1501 S. Monroe St. - $135,000 This home is located on a big corner lot on the south side of Hugoton. This beautiful cozy home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. This has a full Master Suite upstairs with a balcony. Just a very stunning house.
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600 S Trindle - Beautiful bi-level, 4 bd/2ba, cen H/A, updated kitchen and baths, stainless steel appliances, patio deck, sprinkler, fence, att garage, mature landscape. Nice property!! Call me for details and to see the beauty!!
1027 S Jackson - This charmer begs you to come on in and sit a spell! 1.5 story, 4 bed/2 ba, cen H/A, kitchen appliances, wood floors, det garage, fence and much, much more!! Call today to see this cozy cottage!!
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Little Miss Hugoton 7-12 month winner is Haisley Mills, with mother Carrie Mills and second place winner is Hayley Phillips with mother Laura Phillips.
The Little Miss/Mr. Hugoton Pageant winners are girls (in no particular order) 13-18 monthsfirst Skylynn Hemann; second Bailey Cruz; and third
Ryker Clinesmith is boy’s 0-6 months Little Mister 2018. He is the son of Riece and Britany Clinesmith. The 2018 Little Miss winner is Milla Torres, daughter of Johnny and Kelly Torres.
Cambree Campbell; boys 13-18 months-first Eli Jorde; second Payson Hittle; and third Grayson Allen.
The Little Miss Hugoton Pageant winner is 19-24 monthsfirst Haidyn Heger.
HHS musicians picked for Shrine Bowl Band
The Little Miss/Mr. Hugoton Pageant winners are girls in no particular order 2-3 years-first Averie Schnable; second Rae Conley and third
Winners of the Park Day 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament are: Adult Division winners on the left - left to right, Colby Korf, Alex Gonzales,
Hayden Ruiz.; boys 2-3 years-first Jesse Landa; second Joel Baeza; third Remington Clinesmith.
Zack Leininger and Tony Kinser; and 15 and Under - to the right - left to right, Isaac Martin, DeSean Lewis and Ryle Riddlesperger.
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Kids enjoy the bounce house provided by the Santa Committee at the park during the celebration of our nation’s birthday.
The Kansas Masonic Foundation, Inc. has announced plans to present the thirty-fifth annual Kansas Masonic All-State High School Marching Band and corresponding band camp at Pittsburg State University from July 24 - July 28, 2018. More than 170 high school musicians will attend this year’s camp, directed by PSU’s Doug Whitten and his staff. Student-musicians from Hugoton High School who will attend the camp include Justin Blakely, Bryan Gonzalez-Torices, Rafael Guereque, Gillian Heger, Maddie Johnson, Hannah Leslie, Suheila Rosas and Hallie Wettstein. This year marks Hallie’s third attending the camp and playing with the Shrine Bowl marching band. The five- day camp ends with performances at the Shrine Bowl parade, as well as pre-game and halftime performances during the Kansas East-West Shrine Bowl Football Game Saturday, July 28 at PSU’s Carnie Smith Stadium. The Kansas Masonic AllState High School Marching Band first appeared at the East-West Shrine Bowl in 1984. “The idea for the marching band and camp was actually borne out of necessity,” said Robert Shively, Executive Director for the Kansas Masonic Foundation. “Because of the summer break, high school bands are not readily available so we created our own. The entertainment provided by the marching band is a perfect complement to the atmosphere of the East-West Shrine Bowl.” Since 1984, more than 6,000 high school students have participated in the Kansas Masonic All-State High School Marching Band. Local Masonic Lodges and other community partners sponsor participants. Monies left after band camp expenses are given back to the students in the form of scholarships. Net proceeds from the East-West Shrine Bowl football game are donated to the Shriners Hospitals for Children. (Editor’s Note: Ms. Wettstein was inadvertantly left out of the original article featured in The Hermes’ June 26, 2018 issue due to her mailing address placing her in Liberal’s press area.)
Delicious food and different drinks are available at the park during the Fourth of July celebration.
A young lady tries her hand at breaking balloons during the Fourth of July celebration in the park.
One lucky throw of the ball could land him in cold water if the participant is lucky.
Senior Lifestyles 624 S. Main, Hugoton • 620-544-2283 What nice rains we received the last couple of weeks. We are so thankful for every little drop. The Fourth of July was a very nice day. The Park Day events were well attended. It was unusual for the day to be so quiet. Let’s not forget what the day is really for and for the lives that have been lost defending our freedom. Our attendance has been down some the last couple of weeks, but guess there are lots of reasons - vacation time, too hot and families having company. Anyway we are thankful for the ones who do come. Our board will meet Tuesday of this week. The Patriotic band will be here, in the dance room Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. Come in and listen to them and then have lunch with us. Saturday evening is our regular dance night at 7:00 p.m. Bob Walter will be here to play for us. We always have a good time at the dances and great music. There aren’t so many local people, but we do have lots
of folk from other towns. Thank you! If you don’t dance we have card playing every Saturday evening, starting at 6:00 p.m. Menu July 12 ...................Beef Patty July 13.............................Fish July 16 ...Chicken & Noodles July 17 ..................Pork Chop July 18 ..................Roast Beef July 19 ................Baked Ham Activities Thursday, July12 Exercise................10:30 a.m. Line Dance ............6:00 p.m. Friday, July 13 Exercise................10:30 a.m. Line Dance ............6:00 p.m. Saturday, July 14 Cards......................6:00 p.m. Dance.....................7:00 p.m. ........................Bob Walter Monday, July 16 Exercise................10:30 a.m. Line Dance ............6:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 17 Exercise................10:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 18 Exercise................10:00 a.m. Birthday Day......................... Thursday, July 19 Exercise................10:30 a.m. Line Dance ............6:00 p.m.