The
Hugoton
Hermes
Thursday, August 4, 2016 Volume 129, Number 31 18 pages, 69 cents plus tax per copy
Unofficial Primary Election Results for Stevens County
Mike Gatlin accepts the Friend of 4-H Award for 2016 from Stevens County Fair President Tony Martin during festivities Friday.
Richard and Sally named Pioneer King and Queen
Richard and Sally Claggett were selected to be the 2016 Pioneer King and Queen over the Stevens County Fair. Richard was born in Stevens County and has lived here his entire life. Sally moved to Stevens County at the age of 12 and has lived here ever since, with both Richard and Sally graduating from Hugoton High School.
Richard graduated in 1957 and Sally graduated the following year in 1958. this year, Earlier Richard and Sally celebrated their fifty-eighth wedding anniversary. They have six daughters and loved raising them here in Hugoton. Richard and Sally also have several grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Continued to page 3
David has conquered the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library! For completing the challenge, David received his very own Clifford Dictionary. Awesome job David! Enjoy Kindergarten!
US STATE SENATE Democrat Patrick Wiesner 17 Monique Singh 6 Republican DJ Smith 133 749 Jerry Moran US HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, DIST. 1 Republican Roger Marshall 533 383 Tim Huelskamp STATE OFFICES STATE SENATE, 39TH DIST. Democrat A. Zacheriah Worf 28 Republican Larry R Powell 335 John Doll 568 STATE HOUSE, 124TH DIST. Republican J. Stephen Alford 751 DISTRICT COURT JUDGE 26TH DIST., 2ND DIVISION Republican Clinton B. Peterson 737
Every year, the young people of Stevens County demonstrate their talents in various contests during the Stevens County Fair. This year was no different, as the judges awarded hundreds of ribbons to the participants. Congratulations to all the winners! 2016 Stevens County Fair Blue Ribbon Winners Creative Cooks Contest Faith Beesley, blue, Beginner Grand Champion; Lainey Cox, blue; Alaina Gold, blue, Beginner Reserve Champion; Madison Kurts, blue; Lindy McClure, blue; Kynna Crawford, blue; Rylee Fann, blue; Emmett Gaskill, blue, Junior Reserve Champion; Frances Gaskill, blue, Junior Grand Champion; Carter McClure, blue; Sydney Beesley, blue; Abby Heger, blue, Senior Reserve Champion; Rebecca Johnson, blue, Senior Grand Champion; and Vallery Persing, blue. Fashion Revue
Stevens County will have its annual Relay For Life Saturday, August 6, 2016 at the Hugoton High School. The Survivor dinner will be at 5:30 p.m. at the High School Cafeteria. Concessions will open at
DISTRICT MAGISTRATE JUDGE 26TH DIST. 5TH POSITION Republican Paula J. Sosa 854 COUNTY OFFICES COUNTY ATTORNEY Republican 795 Paul F. Kitzke COUNTY CLERK Republican Amy Jo Tharp 791 REGISTER OF DEEDS Republican Zilpha "Betty" Rosel 839 COUNTY TREASURER Republican Vanessa Willis 811 COUNTY SHERIFF Republican Ted E Heaton 795 COUNTY COMMISSIONER DIST. 2 Republican Pat Hall 192 Donald Beesley 136 COUNTY COMMISSIONER DIST. 3 Republican Carol Lee Burrows 28 Tron Stegman 230 Steve Davis 144
Champions on Parade!! From left to right are the Stevens County Fair Champions: front row Sydney Beesley, Frances Gaskill, Carter McClure, Alaina Gold, Cameron Persing, Faith Beesley and Kayleigh Flores; second row, Stanton Custer, Maggie White, Thomas Willis, Claudia Clark and Channing Dillinger; third
PRECINCT COMMITTEEWOMAN CENTER DISTRICT 1 Republican Debbie Nordling 8 PRECINCT COMMITTEEMAN CENTER DISTRICT 1 Republican Erick E Nordling 8 PRECINCT COMMITTEEWOMAN VOORHEES Republican Erica L Kolb 23 PRECINCT COMMITTEEMAN MOSCOW Republican Jerry E Stuckey PRECINCT COMMITTEEWOMAN MOSCOW Democrat Judith Hickert 1 Republican Judy Parsons TOWNSHIP TREASURER MOSCOW Republican Angie Lahey TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE MOSCOW Republican Shirley Mothes
row, Rebecca Johnson, Rene Martin, Lacey Brecheisen, Casle Heger, Gillian Heger, Toby McClure, Molly McClure and Sarah Johnson; fourth row, Allen Shelton, Jeffry Cutter, Jacob Bell, Nick Gold, Megan Newlan, Kynna Crawford, Vallery Persing and Emma McClure. Congratulations!!!
Farrah Gaskill, two blue, Beginner Reserve Champion Construction; Madison Kurts, four blue; Lindy McClure, four blue; Olivia Salmans, blue; Elisha Staggers, two blue; Ella Beesley, three blue, Beginner Grand Champion Construction; Kynna Crawford, three blue, Junior Reserve Champion
Construction; Frances Gaskill, blue, Junior Grand Champion Construction; Jewels Kraisinger, two blue; Lakota Persing, four blue; Rebecca Johnson, four blue, Senior Grand Champion Buymanship; Sarah Johnson, four blue, Senior Reserve Champion Construction; Vallery Pers-
6:30 p.m. with hamburgers, hot dogs, walking tacos and drinks. Fun, games and activities will include inflatables, yard dominoes, yard checkers and giant beach ball fun. The opening ceremony will be at 7:00 p.m. with activities, games and a
walk to remember. The talent show will start at 7:30 p.m. and the luminary ceremony will be at 9:30 p.m. with pizza to follow. There will be fun, games, activities and walking until midnight. For more information call 620-655-7570.
ing, two blue; Maggin White, three blue, Senior Grand Champion Construction; Faith Beesley, two blue, Beginner Reserve Champion Buymanship; Jayden Burrows, two blue, Beginner Grand Champion Buymanship; Lilly Martin, blue; Gillian Heger, two blue, Junior Grand Champion Buymanship; Jayce Heger, two blue, Junior Reserve Champion Buymanship; Chloe Martin, blue; Molly McClure, two blue; Amya Johnson, two blue; McKenzie Hinds, blue; Sydney Beesley, two blue; Adyson Gooch, blue; Abby Heger, two blue; Casle Heger, blue; Mikayla Martin, two blue; Toby McClure, two Continued to page 4
Commissioners accept bids for Fire Department
Where in the World is The Hugoton Hermes? It traveled to Cheyenne, Wy. to Cheyenne Frontier Days last week. From left to right are RoGlenda Coulter, Connie Keeton, Toni
Hamlin, Linda Skinner and Martha Schlenker. These five have been meeting every year for a girls’ trip somewhere. They thought Wyoming was supposed to be cool. Wrong!
The Stevens County Board of County Commissioners met in regular session Monday, August 1, 2016 with all members, Pat Hall, Joe D. Thompson and Dave Bozone present. Also present were County Counselor Paul Kitzke, County Clerk Pam Bensel, RoGlenda Coulter from The Hugoton Hermes, District Three Candidates Steve Davis and Tron Stegman and County Clerk Candidate Amy Jo Tharp. The following is just an
agenda for the morning with a few of the unofficial highlights. The agenda was a short one which in-
cluded Bills at 8:30; Rodney Kelling at 9:00; Tony Martin at 9:30; Pat Continued to page 3
Colter Robertson and his dad Jason stand on the Royal Gorge Bridge near Cañon City, Co. and show off Where in the World The Hugoton Hermes is. Beautiful!!
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Stevens Stevens County County
Relay for Life Saturday, Saturday, August August 44 Opening Opening Ceremony Ceremony -- 7:00 7:00 p.m. p.m. Hugoton Hugoton High High School School track track
AL-ANON Family Group meets at 1405 Cemetery Road Mondays and Thursdays at 8:00 p.m. Call 620544-2610 or 620-544-2854 for more information. HUGOTON LIONS CLUB meets every Second and Fourth Thursday of the month at Memorial Hall at 7:00 p.m. HUGOTON MASONIC LODGE #406 AF&AM meets every second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. ***Change in Location*** MY HOPE Support Group for any adult grieving the death of a loved one meets the second Tuesday of each month from noon to 1:00 p.m. at High Plains Public Radio, 210 N. Seventh in Garden. Call 620-272-2519 for more information. BREAST FRIENDS CANCER SUPPORT GROUP for breast cancer patients meets the second Wednesday of each month from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Legacy House, at 309 E. Walnut in Garden City. For more information call 620272-2360. Every Sunday - Pioneer Manor Coffee Shop Social Time 3:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to come for Social Time and coffee with residents. Every Friday - Pioneer Manor Men’s Group 10:00 a.m. Everyone is invited to come for the Men’s Group and drink coffee with residents. - Stevens County Library will host an all-ages movie at 2:00 p.m. in the Community Room until July 29. - Community Sing Along, a nondenominational worship service at the Activity Center, 624 Main in Hugoton. Every fourth Tuesday - Stevens County Health Department is at the Senior Center every fourth Tuesday of the month from 11:00 a.m. to Noon to do free blood pressure checks. Wednesday nights - Inside Out Kids at the Hugoton Assembly of God, 138 S. Main, beginning with dinner at 6:45 p.m. Program will be from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Rides are available by calling
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What’s happenin’
Pastor Ben Coats at 620-4281487 before 5:30 p.m. Wednesday evenings. June 27-August 19 - Stevens County Medical Clinic will host school and sports physicals from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. by appointment only, payable on arrival. No insurance will be filed. Contact the Clinic at 620544-8563 for more information. August 4 - Grand Opening of Hometown Fabrics N More @625 S Main from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm. August 6 - Farmer’s Market in front of the Chamber office in Hugoton from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. August 8 - Hugoton City Council will meet at 5:15 p.m. August 9 - Stevens County Economic Development Board will meet at 12:00 noon in the Activity Room at the Senior Center. August 10 - Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce Board will meet at 12:00 noon. August 13 - Farmer’s Market in front of the Chamber office in Hugoton from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. August 15 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Courthouse. August 16 - Open Houses for Hugoton Middle and High Schools seventh and eighth grade, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the HMS Auditorium, and ninth through twelfth grades from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the HHS Cafeteria. Parents are welcome to attend. There will be a brief meeting with the principal first, then an opportunity for students to meet their teachers in the classrooms. August 17 - The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce will host their monthly luncheon. August 18 - First day of school for USD #210 students. August 20 - Farmer’s Market in front of the Chamber office in Hugoton from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00
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p.m. - Lambs of the Kingdom will meet at River of Life Church, 424 S. Jackson in Hugoton, for an afternoon of fun! Call 620-544-4828 for a form to sign up. Kids from five to 13 are welcome, and the event is FREE. Parents must accompany their child to sign up. August 27 - Farmer’s Market in front of the Chamber office in Hugoton from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. August 28 - Prayer for Hugoton at River of Life Church, 424 S. Jackson. September 5 - Labor Day September 6 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Courthouse. - Hugoton City Council will meet at 5:15 p.m. - Stevens County Hospital Board will meet at 5:30 p.m. in the Hospital’s Community Room. - Hugoton Airport Board will meet at 7:00 p.m. at the airport. September 13 - Stevens County Economic Development Board will meet at 12:00 noon in the Activity Room at the Senior Center. September 14 - Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce Board will meet at 12:00 noon. September 19 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Courthouse. September 21 - The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce will host their monthly luncheon.
October 12 - Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce Board will meet at 12:00 noon. October 17 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Courthouse. October 19 - The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce will host their monthly luncheon. November 7 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Courthouse. - Hugoton City Council will meet at 5:15 p.m. - Stevens County Hospital Board will meet at 5:30 p.m. in the Hospital’s Community Room. November 8 - Election Day - Stevens County Economic Development Board will meet at 12:00 noon in the Activity Room at the Senior Center. - Hugoton Airport Board will meet at 7:00 p.m. at the airport.
HUGOTON POLICE REPORT Business Hours, Call 544-4959 After Hours, Call 544-2020 Monday, July 25, 2016 • 911 Hangup, 800 Block of South Adams, Made Contact - All Okay, Officer Crane • Blocked Street for Parade, Main Street, Public Service, Officer Crane Tuesday, July 26, 2016 • Medical Assist, 600 Block of East Eleventh, Public Service, Officer Crane • Dog at Large, 600 Block of East Eleventh, Returned to Owner, Officer Hagman • Medical Assist, Fourth and Main, Public Service, Officer Hagman
By John Schlageck, Senior Editor/Writer, Kansas Farm Bureau
Don’t mess with perfection Since I first bit into my first Buffalo wing in the early ‘70s I’ve loved eating the spicy, tasty treat. I was back east visiting an old Army buddy, Steve Devaux, who lives in New York. He took me to a bar that served the wings up right. You know, like the originals first prepared at the Anchor Bar in Buffalo, N.Y., by Teressa Belissimo, who owned this establishment along with her husband Frank. As the story goes, the unannounced, latenight arrival of their son, Dominic, with several of his friends from college, necessitated Teressa prepare a fast and easy snack to present to her hungry guests. It was then that she came up with the idea of deep frying chicken wings (normally thrown away or reserved for stock) and tossing them in cayenne hot sauce. And that’s exactly how I like mine – the spicier, the better. So last weekend I was crushed when my wife brought home some, “Boneless Buffalo Wings.” Without looking closely, she picked up what looked like real hot wings from the deli section of her favorite supermarket. I wonder how often this happens to consumers all across this country? Just one look at the clear plastic container told me these weren’t the wings I was looking to sink my teeth into. The ten or so pieces of plump, heavily breaded, processed chicken looked like something I’ve vowed to never enter my mouth – chicken nuggets. Uuugh. A real Buffalo wing or hot wing is made from a real chicken wing section, the drumette or flat part of the bird. It is fried, unbreaded and coated in sauce. Classic Buf-
October 3 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Courthouse. - Stevens County Hospital Board will meet at 5:30 p.m. in the Pioneer Manor Conference Room. - Hugoton City Council will meet at 5:15 p.m. October 4 - Hugoton Airport Board will meet at 7:00 p.m. at the airport. October 11 - Stevens County Economic Development Board will meet at 12:00 noon in the Activity Room at the Senior Center.
falo-style chicken wing sauce is composed of a vinegar-based cayenne pepper hot sauce and butter. Looking closer at the label, I read… “Chicken breasts with rib meat containing up to 20 percent of a solution of water, salt, salt sodium…” That was more than enough for me. The texture of the food we eat is every bit as important as the taste and smell. There’s a ton of difference between the texture of a chicken wing and the breast meat of a chicken, especially when you grind this breast meat with rib meat and add 20 percent water, salt and salt sodium. Now you have a mushy ball of less-than-tasty processed food that tastes nothing like the real thing. Sadly, today we have two and three generations of young people as well as older adults who eat such processed food and don’t know the difference. I returned the processed chicken and rib mystery meat and came home with a box of the traditional Buffalo hot wings. I pulled a couple of stalks of celery from the fridge, washed and cut them and poured a small bowl of blue cheese dressing. Next, I popped the top of one of my favorite micro brews, poured it into a frosted mug from the freezer and sat down to a real feast. You just can’t improve on perfection and real food. 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.
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 • Older Male Lying in the Street, Coulter, Unable to Locate Subject, Officer Fedelin • Suspicious Car, 900 Block of South Madison, Officer Lamatsch Thursday, July 28, 2016 • Theft, 800 Block of South Madison, Took Report, Officer Fedelin Friday, July 29, 2016 • Dog at Large, Turned Over to Animal Control, Officer Crane • Vehicle Unlock, 1000 Block of South Main, Citizen Assist, Officer Crane • Citizen Assist, Seventh and Jackson, Public Service, Officer Crane • Possible Domestic, 500 Block of South Monroe, Officer Hagman Saturday, July 30, 2016 • Found Bag on Bench, 600 Block of South Main, Owner Will Pick Up at the Police Department, Sergeant Johnson • Possible Domestic, 400 Block of South Jefferson, Sergeant Johnson • Dog at Large, 500 Block of South Monroe, Dog Impounded, Officer Hagman • Vehicle Unlocked, 200 Block of South Main, Citizen Assist, Officer Hagman • Vehicle Unlocked, 400 Block of South Jackson, Citizen Assist, Officer Hagman • RP of a Man With A Gun, 500 Block of East Ninth, Unable to Locate Subject, Officer Hagman • People Yelling, 200 Block of South Adams, Unable to Locate Subjects, Officer Hagman Sunday, July 31, 2016 • Dogs at Large, 900 Block of South Van Buren, Dogs Impounded, Officer Crane • Theft, 200 Block of South Jackson, Took Report, Officer Crane
Stevens County Fire Department and Ambulance Report Stevens County Emergency Services run activity July 25 through July 31. Fire Department Monday, July 25, 7:07 am – dispatched to Road Q and Road 26 for an unreported control burn. Ambulance Activity Three medical runs, one transfer and two Life Flights.
Obituaries Matthew Harper Death has claimed the life of Matthew Robert Harper, 26, of Holcomb, formerly of Liberal. Matthew passed away Saturday, July 23, 2016 near Garden City.
He was born October 29, 1989 to Robert Harper and the former Robin Wharran in Austin, Tx. Matthew moved with his family to Augsburg, Germany when he was two years old and moved to Liberal when he was five. He was a Liberal High School graduate of the Class of 2008. While at LHS, Matthew played the Euphonium and was a member of "That" Liberal Band, the KMEA Honor Band, and also a member of the Five-State Honor Band. After graduating he went to work at Dillons in Liberal. In May 2015 he transferred to work at the Garden City Dillons store. He
had a passion for all music and enjoyed computer gaming. Matthew is survived by his parents Robert and Robin Harper of Liberal; sister Rose Elaine Harper of Liberal; his grandmothers, Mary Lou Wharran and Kathryn D. Harper both of Liberal; and niece Lexus Elaine Epperley. Those preceding Matthew in death were his two grandfathers, Ivan L. Wharran and John W. Harper; uncle David L. Wharran; and aunt Kathy Harper. The family had a meet and greet at their home Friday, July 29. Funeral services were attended Saturday afternoon, July 30 at the First Southern Baptist Church with Dr. Jack Jacob officiating. Burial followed at the Tyrone Cemetery of Tyrone, Ok. Memorials are suggested to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention in Matthew's honor at http://afsp.donordrive.com/ index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.personalCampaign&pa rticipantID=1015004. Friends may send condolences to the family through Matthew's tribute Web page at www.millermortuary.net.
Omer “Boots” Luebbers Friends and family will gather this week to remember and honor Omer Matthew “Boots” Luebbers. Mr. Luebbers, age 86, passed from this life Saturday, July 30, 2016 at Southwest Medical Center in Liberal. He was born September 1, 1929 in rural Wichita County, the son of August Casper Luebbers and the former Beata Magdalene Kreutzer. Boots graduated from Wichita County High School of Leoti in 1947. He had been a resident of Liberal since 1965. Mr. Luebbers served in the United States Army from 1951 to 1953, during the Korean Conflict. August 6, 1957, he married Marilyn P. Kessler in Marienthal. She survives. Boots worked as a machinist at Ayr Lanes Bowling Alley in Liberal for over 30 years. Survivors include his three sons, Troy Luebbers and wife Angela, Danny Luebbers and wife Terri “DeeDee” and David Luebbers and wife Yolanda, all of Liberal; daughter-inlaw Cynthia Luebbers of Wichita; his five brothers, August C. Luebbers, Jr. and wife LaVerne and James Peter Luebbers and wife Donna all of Marienthal, John Luebbers and wife Toni of Wichita, Donald Luebbers and wife Ruth of Louisiana
and Jerry Luebbers of Rainier, Or.; 14 grandchildren, Becky, Corey and Shane Luebbers, Shawn Walton, Christina Luebbers, Erika and Bryce Lamas, Frankie Shanks, Joshua Bandt, Tyler Pinley, Matthew Bandt and Chantel, Dustin and Elizabeth Luebbers; and ten great grandchildren, Isabella Luebbers, Ivy and Dwayne Pinley, Emileo, Michael and Anthony Bandt, Zade and Zeah Frase, Marley Huggins and Irvin Pinley. Mr. Luebbers was preceded in death by his parents; son Thomas Luebbers; two grandsons, Jamie Walton and Ronald Luebbers; and three sisters, Lenora O’Neill, Edith Berend and Donna Luebbers. Funeral Mass service will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, August 4 at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church with Fr. James P. Dieker presiding. Burial will follow in the Liberal Cemetery. Military Honors will be presented by the American Legion Post #80. Brenneman Funeral Home of Liberal is in charge of the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be sent to St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in care of the Brenneman Funeral Home, 1212 West Second, Liberal, Ks. 67901. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.brenne manfuneralhome.com.
Ricky “Rick” Reynolds Former Hugoton resident Ricky “Rick” Reynolds passed away Sunday, July 31, 2016 at his home in Enid, Ok. He was 64. Rick was born December 29, 1951 in Hugoton to Marian “Babe” Reynolds and the former Marion Floyd. He attended schools in Kansas. June 17, 1972 Rick married Caroline Campbell in Hugoton and the couple made their home in Gravette, Ar. where he ranched and farmed. In 1982 Rick and Caroline moved back to Kansas where they remained until moving to Enid two years ago. Rick loved riding his motorcycle, shooting pool, playing darts, hunting and fishing and watching wrestling and football. Survivors include his wife
Caroline of the home; daughters, Sherri Reynolds of Enid and Christal Reynolds of Hugoton; his mother Marion Reynolds of Enid; two brothers, Dean Reynolds of Enid and Gaylen Reynolds of Waukomis, Ok.; his two granddaughters, Mariah Reynolds and Marisa Saucedo both of Hugoton; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Rick was preceded in death by his father and two sisters, Shirley Ann and Amber Kay. The memorial service will be 6:00 p.m. Saturday, August 6 in the HenningerHinson Chapel. Condolences may be made to the family online at www.enidwecare.com.
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Pioneer King and Queen Continued from page 1
Richard and Sally Claggett, 2016 Pioneer King and Queen Photo courtesy of Lynnie’s Nest Photography.
Richard and Sally are members of the First Christian Church and have been for most of their lives. In previous years, Richard served as a deacon for the church and Sally taught Sunday School and Vacation Bible School. Together, they also helped in many ways with the church and with several church youth trips. Sally was a Fair Board member for several years and also a 4-H leader for many years. She has supported the
Stevens County Fair by being a Fair Department Superintendent for many years. For many fairs including the 2016 Fair, Sally has been a fair prize money sponsor. Sally has also served the community several years by being a Pollyanna member and sitting on numerous election boards. In the past, Richard has been an active part of the community by serving as a Jaycee, and was awarded the honor of “Outstanding Young
Farmer” by Bob Dole in 1965. Richard served on the Soil Conservation Board from 1979 until 1988 and, earlier this year, was awarded the 2015 Distinguished Community Service Award. In 1970, Richard and Sally won the Soil Conservation Award and they won the Grassland Conservation Award in 2006. Richard and Sally have been an active part of Stevens County through their many businesses owned and
through their support of different businesses and organizations, such as their continued contributions to Pheasant Heaven Charities. Richard and Sally love supporting the fair, whether it be through attendance, entries, sponsoring Sorghum Queen contestants or purchasing livestock at the fair auction, it is a great way to give back to and enjoy the wonderful community they are blessed to call “home.”
be signed before the election for the proposed sales tax. They also discussed the petitions that are supposed to be going around for the Senior Center. The Hugoton and Moscow Senior Center Board members are in charge of getting the 141 signatures needed. This is not up to the
Commissioners to do. Commissioners then continued to talk about the different departments that tend to go over budget. The Health Department and EcoDevo go over every year. The hospital and library are going to be short of funds. Commissioners agreed they have to get a
handle on this. The subject continued to the Fitness Center. Pat reported they have interested buyers.
Commissioners moved to go into executive session with plans to adjourn after that.
Commissioners Continued from page 1 LeClerc at 10:00; and lunch at 12:00. When this reporter arrived, the Commissioners were going over the bills and signing checks. Discussion ensued about all the small yards that are under the county’s care. The comment was made, for example, the small yard at the Health Department is costing $100 a week just to keep it mowed. Maybe it would be worth it to turn them into a kind of natural landscape not requiring so much water or care. They discussed another board member for the hospital is still needed. Rodney Kelling had nothing new to talk about. He came in for the bid opening. Up for bids were: a 1980 Chevy Extended Cab one ton 4x4; a 1993 Ford E800 truck; and a burned out one ton truck. Bids were opened. For the 1980 *$750 from Floyd Knox *$501 from Coltlyn Hale. For the 1993 *$264 from Coltlyn Hale *$105 from Larry Clark For the burned out one ton *$50 from Floyd Knox *$46 from Coltlyn Hale Motion was made and passed to accept the highest bids for each vehicle. Sheriff Ted Heaton reported in for his department. All is well. The new 911 system is working beautifully. A
bad wreck took place at Optima Road and Second Street intersection. It was called in by a Spanish only speaking person but was able to be located with no problems thanks to the new 911 system. Ted reported some stolen trailers have been located and there are eight prisoners housed in the county facility at this time. Tony Martin was next on the agenda. Tony was commended for another great fair. He said the Road and Bridge is ready to start the asphalt in front of the grocery store and has been approached about extending it on in front of the motel. Commissioners left the decision up to Tony. It would only be around 200 feet and minimal dirt work required. Tony commended the law enforcement for being out in full force at the fair. There were no incidents this year. Pat LeClerc - the county insurance advisor - came in with details of the health insurance renewal plan for county employees. The last few years have been good for Stevens County but this year there are some major changes. Mrs. LeClerc listed and explained the differences in detail for the Commissioners. Discussion took place about the agreement with the city and how soon it needs to
Hugoton Hermes deadline for newscopy, ads and classifieds
Mondays 5:00 p.m. THANK YOU I want to express my appreciation to Seaman Crop Consulting and Jordan Air for your support as well as purchasing my animals in the 4-H Livestock Sale!
Megan Newlon
B.J. Talley wows the crowd with his magic act. The children and adults enjoy his fun performance. After his show at the fairgrounds, he entertained the residents at Pioneer Manor.
Shirley and Darlene finally ready for visitors The DeCamp family has had their share of rehabilitation recently. Shirley DeCamp broke her hip last week. Darlene Harper, Shirley’s daughter, had both knees replaced. Shirley and Darlene are now recuperating and accepting visitors.
If you would like to visit either woman, Shirley is in the Stevens County Hospital and Darlene is staying at Bryan Harper’s home, one and a half mile east of Hugoton. Hopefully you two are feeling better soon - and back to your ornery selves!!
Delissa Dawn sings gospel music along with her crew Tuesday evening until the storm chased them off the stage.
Cathy & Doug Flummerfelt are hosting a
Celebration of the Life of
Drew Bednasek
They welcome family and friends
to share memories
Sunday, August 7
from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the
Memorial Hall building The Goddesses of Rock sing some great music Tuesday evening. All the different music was enjoyed by fairgoers every night.
211 N. Main in Lakin, Ks.
The Phil Vandel Band entertains the fair crowd Friday evening after the barbeque.
APPLICATIONS OF AGRICULTURAL CHEMICALS, SEEDING AND FERTILIZING
Agricultural Sales and Service, Local and Direct Mike Love and his band put on a great show Thursday evening. The country music band
played so well some of the crowd got out on the dance floor to show off their moves!
Moscow location (formerly Kubin Aerial)
598-2356
Hugoton location 1114 Road A
428-6086
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blue, Senior Reserve Champion Buymanship; Stanton Custer, two blue, Beginner Grand Champion Buymanship; Clayton Grubbs, two blue; Tobias Grubbs, two blue, Beginner Reserve Champion Buymanship; Cameron Persing, two blue; Carter McClure, two blue, Junior Reserve Champion Buymanship, Grand Champion Buymanship; and Rene Martin, blue, Senior Grand Champion Buymanship. Dog Showmanship Faith Beesley, blue, purple; Kyra Shelton, blue; Sydney Beesley, blue; Lacey Brecheisen, blue; and Ashlyn Schechter, blue. Pets Clayton Grubbs, blue, Reserve Champion; Emma McClure, three blue, Reserve Champion, Champion, Grand Champion; Lacey Brecheisen,
two blue; Ashlyn Schechter, two blue; Lindy McClure, blue; Carson Schechter, blue; Tobias Grubbs, blue, Champion, Reserve Grand Champion; Lakota Persing, blue; Kadence Hernandez, two blue, Reserve Champion; and Izzak Hernandez, blue, Champion. Horse Farrah Gaskill, blue, Reserve Champion; Emma McClure, blue, Champion; Rolanda Gerber, blue; Ella Beesley, blue; Faith Beesley, blue; Sydney Beesley, blue, Champion, Grand Champion; Frances Gaskill, blue; Claire Clark, blue; Claudia Clark, blue; Carson Gilmore, blue; Sarah Johnson, blue; Megan Newlon, blue, Reserve Champion, Reserve Grand Champion; and Chaney Poulsen, blue. Horse Showmanship Sydney Beesley; Claire Clark;
Happy Birthday and Anniversary Lynnette Hageman!!!!! Enjoy both of your days!! I Love You!!!!
Dennis
601 S. Main - Hugoton
David & Brandy Robson
314 S. Van Buren 544-4122
521 S. Main - Hugoton
Faith Publishing LLC 522 S. Main 620-544-4321
Rebecca Johnson; Sarah Johnson; Megan Newlon, Senior Champion; Claudia Clark; Frances Gaskill, Intermediate Champion; Carson Gilmore; Ella Beesley; Faith Beesley, Junior Champion; Farrah Gaskill; and Chaney Poulsen. Horse Performance Sydney Beesley, seven blue, four purple; Claire Clark, eight blue, purple; Sarah Johnson, nine blue, six purple; Frances Gaskill, four blue; Carson Gilmore, five blue, two purple; Ella Beesley, three blue, two purple; Faith Beesley, seven blue, six purple; Farrah Gaskill, three blue, two purple; Chaney Poulsen, three blue, purple; Rebecca Johnson, seven blue, three purple; Megan Newlon, nine blue, six purple; Claudia Clark, four blue; Emma McClure, two blue; and Rolanda Gerber, blue. Photography Faith Beesley, two blue, purple; Claudia Clark, eight blue, three purple; Lainey Cox, five blue, two purple, Reserve Champion; Stanton Custer, two blue, two purple; Channing Dillinger, six blue, two purple, Champion, Grand Champion; Lelani Gerber, two blue, purple; Carson Gilmore, five blue, three purple; Catie Gooch, seven blue, two purple; Effie Kolb, nine blue, four purple; Aneta Morris, blue; Lakota Persing, five blue, purple; Elisha Staggers, six blue, three purple; Sydney Beesley, eight blue, five purple, Reserve Champion; Jacob Bell, 11 blue, five purple; Laramie Brecheisen, three blue, purple; Claire Clark, nine blue, three purple; Grace Dillinger, eight blue, three purple; Madilyn Fleming, blue; Audrey Gilmore, eight blue, six
You are invited to join the residents and staff for Sunday afternoon worship beginning at 3 p.m. at Pioneer Manor.
purple, Champion, Reserve Grand Champion; Brooke Hinds, two blue; McKenzie Hinds, four blue, two purple; Megan Newlon, three blue, two purple; Vallery Persing, seven blue, four purple; Ashlyn Schechter, eight blue, four purple; Maggie White, seven blue, three purple; Lacey Brecheisen, four blue, two purple, Reserve Champion; and Sarah Johnson, nine blue, four purple, Champion. Food Preparation Joshua Burrows, five blue; Kayleigh Flores, seven blue, two purple, Reserve Champion; Madison Kurts, eight blue, three purple; Cameron Persing, nine blue, purple; Zoe Martin, two blue; Aneta Morris, blue; Alaina Gold, four blue, purple; Lilly Martin, two blue, two purple; Henco Gerber, two blue; Farrah Gaskill, blue, purple, Champion; Jaycee Heger, four blue, two purple; Stormy Heger, three blue, purple; Carter McClure, four blue, two purple; Lindy McClure, four blue, two purple; Lakota Persing, nine blue, five purple; Katya Wolters, five blue, two purple; Tegyn Wolters, three blue, purple; Garrett Hull, two blue; Jewels Kraisinger, two blue, two purple; Chloe Martin, two blue, purple; Grant Niehues, four blue, two purple ; Thomas Willis, three blue, two purple; Zachary Willis, three blue, two purple; Ella Beesley, six blue, two purple; Faith Beesley, four blue, two purple; Jayden Burrows, five blue, purple; Claudia Clark, five blue, three purple, Reserve Champion; Lainey Cox, four blue, two purple, Champion; Tala Eckert, six blue, purple; Rylee Fann, four blue, four purple; Stanton Custer, three blue; Catie Gooch, nine blue, two purple; Lelani Gerber, blue; Allison Goode, two blue; Emmett Gaskill, two blue, purple; Nicholas Bryan, four blue; Victoria Bryan, eight blue, two purple; Audrey Gilmore, four blue, purple; Molly McClure, eight blue, four purple; Toby McClure, seven blue, three purple; Kynna Crawford, 14 blue, 12 purple, Champion; Frances Gaskill, three blue, three purple; Sydney Beesley, three blue, purple; Abby Heger, four blue, two purple; Gillian Heger, four blue, three purple; Amya Johnson, five blue, purple; Emma McClure, four blue, three purple; Rolanda Gerber, two blue, two purple; Rene Martin, blue, purple, Reserve Champion; Kyra Shelton, two blue, purple; Sarah Johnson, eight blue, five purple, Champion, Grand Champion; Vallery Persing, seven blue, two purple; Claire Clark, four blue, two purple; Casle Heger, three
blue, purple, Reserve Champion; Lacey Brecheisen, eight blue, five purple; Laramie Brecheisen, seven blue, two purple; Rebecca Johnson, eight blue, five purple; Mikayla Martin, two blue, purple; and Tobias Grubbs, two blue. Food Preservation Laramie Brecheisen, blue; Kynna Crawford, two blue, purple, Reserve Champion; and Rebecca Johnson, two blue, purple, Champion. Clothing and Textiles Channing Dillinger, three blue; Farrah Gaskill, four blue, two purple; Alaina Gold, three blue, three purple; Madison Kurts, four blue, four purple, Reserve Champion, Champion; Lindy McClure, three blue, purple; Olivia Salmans, three blue, two purple; Ella Beesley, two blue, two purple; Grace Dillinger, three blue, purple ; Tala Eckert, three blue, two purple, Reserve Champion; Lakota Persing, three blue, two purple, Champion; Katya Wolters, blue, purple; Jewels Kraisinger, three blue, purple; Elisha Staggers, two blue, two purple; Kynna Crawford, blue, purple, Reserve Champion; Frances Gaskill, blue, purple, Champion; Rebecca Johnson, two blue, two purple,Reserve Champion, Reserve Grand Champion; Sarah Johnson, two blue, two purple, Champion, Grand Champion; Vallery Persing, two blue, purple; and Maggie White, three blue, three purple. Geology Kayleigh Flores, blue; John Shelton, blue; Kyra Shelton, blue; Victoria Bryan, blue; Allen Shelton, blue, purple, Reserve Grand Champion; Nicholas Bryan, blue; and Jeffrey Cutter, blue, purple, Grand Champion. Woodworking Max McClure, blue; Megan Newlon, blue, purple, Grand Champion; Jay McClure, blue; and Jeffrey Cutter, blue, purple, Reserve Grand Champion. Heritage/Fiber Arts Olivia Salmans, blue, Champion; Grace Dillinger, blue; Rylee Fann, blue, Champion; Lakota Persing, blue, Reserve Champion ; Gillian Heger, blue; Abby Heger, blue, Champion, Reserve Grand Champion; Molly McClure, blue; Toby McClure, blue, Reserve Champion; and Vallery Persing, blue, Champion, Grand Champion. Visual Arts and Crafts Henco Gerber, six blue, Reserve Champion, Champion; Lelani Gerber, four blue; Tobias Grubbs, blue; Lainey Cox, blue, Reserve Champion; Catie Gooch, two blue, Champion ; Victoria Bryan, three blue, Reserve
Champion, Champion; Laramie Brecheisen, 13 blue; Maggie White, two blue, Reserve Champion, Champion, Reserve Grand; and Champion, Grand Champion Lacey Brecheisen, 10 blue, purple. Ceramics Elisha Staggers, blue, Reserve Champion; Chloe Martin, blue; John Shelton, blue; Amya Johnson, two blue; Gillian Heger, two blue, Champion; Katya Wolters, blue; Catie Gooch, two blue, two Reserve Champion; Kynna Crawford, four Blue, two Champion; Lainey Cox, three blue, Reserve Champion; Ella Beesley, blue; Jayce Heger, blue, Champion; Stormy Heger, blue; Stanton Custer, blue; Tobias Grubbs, two blue, Champion; Tala Eckert, two blue; Grace Dillinger, blue, Champion; Rolanda Gerber, blue; Allen Shelton, two blue, Champion, Grand Champion; Victoria Bryan, four blue; Casle Heger, blue; Claire Clark, blue; Clayton Grubbs, blue; Farrah Gaskill, blue; Madison Kurts, two blue; Kayleigh Flores, blue; Jewels Kraisinger, eight blue, purple, Reserve Champion; Claudia Clark, blue; Kyra Shelton, blue; Nicholas Bryan, two blue, two purple, Reserve Champion, Champion; Jamyn Wolters, two blue; Rolanda Gerber, blue; Madison Crawford, blue; Grace Dillinger, two blue; Megan Bryan, six blue, five purple, two Reserve Champion, three Champion; Jeffrey Cutter, blue; Lacey Brecheisen, blue, purple, Champion, Reserve Grand Champion; and Claire Clark, blue. Horticulture Rebecca Johnson, 13 blue, three purple, Reserve Grand Champion; Jacob Bell, 12 blue, five purple, Grand Champion; Madison Kurts, five blue; Kynna Crawford, four blue; and Jewels Kraisinger, two blue, purple. Floriculture Rebecca Johnson, four blue, Grand Champion; Kynna Crawford, blue, Reserve Grand Champion; Madison Kurts, five blue; Clayton Grubbs, two blue; and Tobias Grubbs, two blue. Agronomy Jacob Bell, four blue, two purple. Self Determined Madison Kurts, two blue, Reserve Grand Champion; and Kayleigh Flores, blue, Grand Champion. Rocketry Carson Gilmore, two blue. Entomology Laramie Brecheisen, blue. Booths and Banner
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The Hugoton Hermes (USPS 253-820) 522 S. Main Hugoton, KS 67951 - 620-544-4321 Owner/Operator Faith Publishing LLC RoGlenda Coulter, Kay McDaniels and Ruthie Winget RoGlenda Coulter, Bookkeeper/ Classifieds/Obituaries Kay McDaniels, Advertising/ Circulation/Layout Ruthie Winget, Composition/Layout/Advertising
Marie Austin, Asst. Composition Toni Hamlin, Asst. Mailing Louressa Gill, Asst. Mailing Phoebe Brummett, Rolla Correspondent Judy Hickert, Moscow Correspondent Ads email: hermes10@pld.com Obituaries email: hermesro@pld.com Subscriptions $30.00 (including Kansas State Sales Tax) for Stevens and adjoining Kansas Counties, $35.00 elsewhere in state (including Kansas State Sales Tax), and for all out of state subscriptions. Online subscriptions are $25.00 a year. Online and printed subscriptions combined are $10.00 plus the cost of the subscription. Foreign Subscription Rate $40.00. School Subscriptions and Military Personnel $25.00 (including Kansas State Sales Tax) payable in advance. Advertising Rates Noncommissionable $5.00 per column inch, Commissionable Rates $6.25 per column inch, Classified $5.00 per column inch. Frequency is weekly every Thursday. Periodicals Postage paid at Hugoton, Ks. 67951. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Hugoton Hermes at 522 S. Main, Hugoton, Kansas 67951.
Emma has experienced 400 books in the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library. Wonderful Emma!
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Brinlee has experienced 900 books in the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library. That's incredible Brinlee! You're almost done!
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Continued from page 4 Jacob Bell, blue, purple, Reserve Champion; Brooke Hinds, blue; Heartland 4-H, blue, Champion; and Cloverleaf Cowboys 4-H, two blue. Notebooks, Posters and Educational Displays Stanton Custer, two blue, purple, Reserve Grand Champion; Audrey Gilmore, blue, purple; Lacey Brecheisen, two blue; Emma McClure, blue; Laramie Brecheisen, three blue, two purple, Grand Champion; Joshua Burrows, blue; Rylee Fann, blue; Lakota Persing, blue, purple; Tobias Grubbs, blue; Grace Dillilnger, blue; Carter McClure, blue, purple, Grand Champion; Carson Gilmore, blue, purple; Elisha Staggers, blue; Thomas Willis, blue, purple, Reserve Grand Champion; and Zachary Willis, blue. 4-H Record Book Faith Beesley; Jayden Burrows; Joshua Grubbs; Lainey Cox; Channing Dillinger; Kayleigh Flores; Farrah Gaskill; Alaina Gold; Clayton Grubbs; Tobias Grubbs; Madison Kurts; Lindy McClure, Junior Reserve Champion; Max McClure; Grant Niehues; Cameron Persing, Junior Champion; Olivia Salmans; Elisha Staggers; Thomas Willis; Jacob Bell, Intermediate Champion, Grand Champion; Heidi Bogan; Nicholas Bryan; Victoria Bryan; Claudia Clark; Grace Dillinger; Tala Eckert; Rylee Fann; Emmett Gaskill; Frances Gaskill; Rolanda Gerber; Allison Goode; Isabella Hall; Jayce Heger; Stormy Heger; Angelina Hignett; Garrette Hinds; Garrett Hull; Brayden Kolb; Carter McClure; Jay McClure; Molly McClure; Lakota Persing, Intermediate Reserve Champion; Zane Poulsen; Zachary Willis; Katya Wolters; Sydney Beesley; Ethan Bogan; Lynelle Bogan; Lacey Brecheisen; Laramie Brecheisen; Claire Clark; Briannah Davidson; Audrey Gilmore; Nick Gold; Madison Hall; Brooke Hinds; Raegan Hinds; Rebecca Johnson, Senior Reserve Champion; Sarah Johnson; Emme McClure; Toby McClure, Senior Champion, Reserve Grand Champion; Megan Newlon; Allen Shelton; Brecklyn Stump; Jayla Stump; and Maggie White. Officer Books Secretary Hunter Kerbow, Wranglers Toby McClure, Heartland Treasurer Lacey Brecheisen, Cloverleaf Cowboys Gillian Heger, Wranglers Historian Jacob Bell, Buffalo Boosters Reporter Jacob Bell, Buffalo Boosters Claire Clark, Cloverleaf Cowboys Poultry Jacob Bell, four blue, purple, Grand Champion; Lacey Brecheisen, 21 blue, purple; Laramie Brecheisen, 20 blue, purple, Reserve Grand Champion; Lainey Cox, four blue, two purple, Champion; Abby Heger, blue, purple; Kadence Hernandez, five blue, two purple; Rebecca Johnson, nine blue, three purple; Lakota Persing, two blue, purple, Champion; Olivia Salmans, two blue; Ashlyn Schechter, five blue; Izzak Hernandez, four blue, three purple; Zachary Willis, two blue;
Cameron Persing, four blue, purple, Reserve Champion; Vallery Persing, two blue; Audrey Gilmore, two blue, purple; Brayden Kolb, two blue; and Gillian Heger, blue, purple, Reserve Champion. Rabbit Showmanship Clayton Grubbs, Junior Champion; Henco Gerber; Lelani Gerber, purple; Clayton Grubbs, purple; Tobias Grubbs, purple; Tegyn Wolters; Kayleigh Flores; Stanton Custer, purple; Nicholas Bryan, purple; Victoria Bryan, purple, Intermediate Champion; Tala Eckert; Rolanda Gerber; John Shelton; Kyra Shelton; Katya Wolter, purple; Lacey Brecheisen, purple; and Emma McClure, purple, Senior Champion. Rabbits Kadence Hernandez, five blue, purple, Reserve Champion, two Champion; Nicholas Bryan, eight blue, five purple, three Champion; Clayton Grubbs, two blue, two purple, Champion; Tobias Grubbs, four blue, purple, Reserve Champion; Stanton Custer, two blue, Reserve Champion, Champion; Tegyn Wolters, blue; Madison Kurts, blue, purple, Champion; Katya Wolters, one blue, Reserve Champion; Victoria Bryan, 13 blue, six purple, Reserve Champion, Champion; Kayleigh Flores, six blue, two purple, Champion; Laramie Brecheisen, eight blue, four purple, Reserve Champion, Champion, Reserve Grand Champion; Tala Eckert, three blue, purple; Rolanda Gerber, blue, purple, Champion; Lacey Brecheisen, seven blue, three purple, Reserve Champion, Champion; John Shelton, blue, Champion; Joseph Hignett, blue; Emma McClure, four blue, two purple, Reserve Champion, Champion; Max McClure, blue; Angelina Hignett, blue; Thomas Willis, six blue, three purple, Reserve Champion, Champion, Grand Champion; Kyra Shelton, blue, purple, Champion; Henco Gerber, two blue, purple, Champion; Izzak Hernandez, blue, Champion; and Lelani Gerber, two blue, purple, Champion. Swine Showmanship Megan Newlon, Senior Champion; Brecklyn Stump, Senior Reserve Champion; Jayla Stump; Kynna Crawford, Intermediate Champion; Zachary Willis, Intermediate Reserve Champion; Joseph Hignett, Junior Reserve Champion; and Thomas Willis, Junior Champion. Swine Zachary Willis, three blue, Champion; Adyson Gooch, two blue; Briannah Davidson, blue, Reserve Champion; Megan Newlon, two blue; Rolanda Gerber, blue; Jay McClure, blue; Catie Gooch, blue, Champion; Kynna Crawford, three blue, Reserve Champion, Champion, Reserve Grand Champion ; Jayce Heger, blue, Champion; Jayla Stump, three blue, Reserve Champion, Champion; Casle Heger, blue, Reserve Champion, Champion, Grand Champion; Thomas Willis, blue, Reserve Champion; Toby McClure, blue; Joseph Hignett, blue; Molly McClure, blue; Brecklyn Stump, blue, Reserve Champion; and Madison Hall, blue.
Goat Showmanship Sydney Beesley, Senior Reserve Champion; Lacey Brecheisen, Senior Champion; Laramie Brecheisen; Rebecca Johnson; Kynna Crawford, Intermediate Reserve Champion ; Frances Gaskill; Carson Gilmore; Isabella Hall, Intermediate Champion; Faith Beesley, Junior Champion; Lainey Cox; and Alaina Gold, Junior Reserve Champion. Market Goat Rebecca Johnson, three blue, Reserve Champion, Champion; Isabella Hall, three blue; Lainey Cox, blue; Jewels Kraisinger, two blue; Carson Gilmore, blue; Kynna Crawford, blue, Reserve Champion, Reserve Grand Champion ; Emmett Gaskill, blue; Audrey Gilmore, blue; Lacey Brecheisen, blue, Champion, Grand Champion; Laramie Brecheisen, blue; Faith Beesley, blue; Alaina Gold, blue; and Sydney Beesley, blue. Sheep Showmanship Ethan Bogan; Lacey Brecheisen; Nick Gold, Senior Reserve Champion; Emma McClure; Toby McClure; Megan Newlon, Senior Champion; Heidi Bogan, Intermediate Reserve Champion; Rolanda Gerber; Jay McClure, Intermediate Champion; Zane Poulsen; Lainey Cox, Junior Champion; Henco Gerber; Lelani Gerber, Junior Reserve Champion; Alaina Gold; and Chaney Poulsen. Sheep Megan Newlon, three blue, Champion; Lainey Cox, two blue, two Reserve Champion; Lacey Brecheisen, three blue, Reserve Champion; Lelani Gerber, blue; Rolanda Gerber, blue; Henco blue; Laramie Gerber, Brecheisen, three blue; Ethan Bogan, blue; Alaina Gold, blue, Champion, Grand Champion; Chaney Poulsen, blue; Zane Poulsen, two blue; Emma McClure, two blue; Jay McClure, two blue; Lynnelle Bogan, blue; Heidi Bogan, blue; Toby McClure, blue; and Nick Gold, blue, Champion, Reserve Grand Champion. Bucket Calf Showmanship Grant Niehues; Cameron Persing; Channing Dillinger; Ella Beesley, Junior Reserve Champion; Lindy McClure; Faith Beesley, Junior Champion; Eli Penrod; Jayce Heger; Lakota Persing; Claudia Clark, Intermediate Champion; Kyra Shelton; John Shelton; and Carter McClure, Intermediate Reserve Champion. Bucket Calf Grant Niehues; Cameron Persing; Channing Dillinger; Ella Beesley, Reserve Grand Champion; Lindy McClure; Faith
Beesley; Eli Penrod; Jayce Heger; Lakota Persing; Claudia Clark, Grand Champion; Kyra Shelton; John Shelton; and Carter McClure. Beef Showmanship Nick Gold, Senior Reserve Champion; Adyson Gooch, Senior Champion; Toby McClure; Megan Newlon; Jacob Bell; Grace Dillinger; Catie Gooch, Intermediate Champion; Allison Goode; Isabella Hall; Jewels Kraisinger; Molly McClure, Intermediate Reserve Champion; and Eli Penrod, Junior Champion. Breeding Heifer: Cow/Calf: Cow Madison Hall, blue; Molly McClure, blue, Grand Champion; Eli Penrod, blue; Jacob Bell, blue; Grace Dillinger, blue; Nick Gold, blue, Reserve Grand Champion; and Toby McClure, blue. Beef Grace Dillinger, blue; Madison Hall, two blue; Adyson Gooch, blue; Megan Newlon, two blue, Reserve Champion; Jewels Kraisinger, blue; Toby McClure, blue, Champion, Reserve Grand Champion; Eli Penrod, blue, Reserve Champion; Rebecca Johnson, blue, Reserve Champion; Sarah Johnson, blue; Isabella Hall, two blue, Champion; Sydney Beesley, blue; Casle Heger, blue; Emma McClure, blue; Jayla Stump, blue; Allison Goode, blue; Molly McClure, blue; Nick Gold, blue, Champion, Grand Champion; and Catie Gooch, blue. Round Robin Champion Showmanship Adyson Gooch; Lacey Brecheisen; Megan Newlon, Senior Grand Champion; Sydney Beesley; Brecklyn Stump; Nick Gold, Senior Reserve Grand Champion; Frances Gaskill, Intermediate Reserve Grand Champion; Isabella Hall; Catie Gooch; Kynna Crawford, Intermediate Grand Champion; Jay McClure; Faith Beesley, Junior Reserve Grand Champion; Eli Penrod; Lainey Cox; and Thomas Willis, Junior Grand Champion.
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NOTICE OF VOTE CEMETRY DISTRICT NO. 1 In adopting the 2017 budget, the governing body voted to increase property taxes in an amount greater than the amount levied for the 2016 budget, adjusted by the 2015 CPI for all urban consumers. Four members voted in favor of the budget and 0 members voted against the budget.
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Unique gifts for Any Occasion, Anniversaries, Graduation, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Birthdays, etc. Hours are 9 to 12 and 1 to 4 Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday. Sponsored by Stevens County Hospital
Stevens County Hospital
Specialty Clinics Scheduled for August 2016
This Grand Champion painting was submitted by Paula Perry.
Dr. Plomaritis Dr. Farhoud Dr. Ansari Sam Gross Dr. Frankum Dr. Brown Dr. Farhoud Dr. Ansari Sam Gross Dr. Frankum
Orthopedics Cardiology Orthopedics Dietitian General Surgeon Podiatry Cardiology Orthopedics Dietitian General Surgeon
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For appointments with: Dr. Ansari 624-6222; Dr. Brown 544-8339; Dr. Farhoud 1-855-969-8900; Dr. Plomaritis 275-3030; Dr. Frankum 544-8339; Dietitian 544-8339 The paintings shown here won lots of ribbons. The middle one winning Grand Champion was painted by Jan Black.
For all other appointments please call 544-8339 or 544-6160.
The 4-H’ers of Stevens County would like to thank the following contributors for an outstanding year at the 4-H Food Auction during the Stevens County Fair. The funds raised will support the 4-H’ers throughout the year at camps, trips, events, scholarships and a variety of activities.
The Sheriff’s Department serve free hamburgers and hotdogs to all last Tuesday at the fair. Left to right are Sheriff Ted Heaton, Trina Young, Detective Duane Topliss, Tammy Kiley and School Resource Deputy Adam Mauk.
The hungry crowds line up to get a delicious hamburger and hot dog courtesy of the
Deb Munkres' name is drawn from 214 entries as the winner of the Amazon Fire from the library.
Sheriff’s Department. Everything tastes better when cooked outside!
American Implement Donald and Donna Burrows Citizens State Bank Trent and Amy Coziahr Crawford Feeds Steve and Glenda Davis Derek and Stacy Dillinger First National Bank Flatlanders Farm and Home Linda and Darin Gilmore Ghumm’s Auto Center Ghumm’s NAPA Auto Parts Pat Hall’s Plumbing Marilyn Harris Ted and Judy Heaton Angela Heger Theresa Heger/Heger Farms Nancy Sides Hernandez Ron and Nancy Honig Stetson Honig Hugoton FFA Hugoton Hermes Elizabeth Johnson Jordan Air
Kansas Dairy Ingredients Kolb Farms Martin Trucking Joel and Karen McClure Les and Lynette McNally Mills Farms-Pioneer Seed Jace and Andreia Moore Josh and Keri Morris Dennis and Elizabeth Moser Farms Nurse Link Staffing One Each Farms - Marlin Heger Parsons Farms Riley Chevrolet Rome Farms Dave and Lori Rome Tom and Karen Schechter Mike and Virgea Smith Southwest Express Inc. Robin Sullivan Frankie and Charlotte Thomas Lee and Vicky Wheeler Willis Insurance Wolters Construction
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Tucker Martin signs with Oklahoma Panhandle State Tucker Martin is a 2016 graduate of Hugoton High School. He recently signed a letter of intent to play Division II baseball at Oklahoma Panhandle State University. During his high school career, Tucker was a first team all league selection for a .340 average with 30 RBIs, 30 runs scored, 18 stolen bases, and a pair of home runs. Tucker’s best success came
on the mound for the Eagles’ varsity team where he went eight and three during his junior and senior campaign with a stellar 2.90 ERA and striking out an astonishing 72 batters in 72.2 innings pitched. Tucker is the son of Will and Shelby Martin. Submitted by HHS baseball Coach Rusty Crites.
HHS Eagle Tucker Martin throws heat against Colby during a home game this past baseball season. Tucker has signed to play Division II baseball at OPSU this fall.
NEWS FROM
STEVENS COUNTY SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER Shila Moore, Director 544-2283 - Activities 544-8041 - Meals 624 S. Main, Hugoton
Mike Gatlin starts the bid for the beautifully decorated cake Rolanda Gerber displays for the audience.
Fair goers get a treat. Ceramics can be painted right there at the table and lots of children and adults get in on the action.
Citizens State Bank - Lamb C&K Cattle Co. - Goat
THANK YOU for buying my animals at
Mike Gatlin and Richard Clinesmith watch for bidders during the 4-H Food Auction Wednesday night.
the 2016
Stevens County Fair
MasCow Dairy - Steer Milk River LLC - Pig Jewels Kraisinger
Hugoton Blues Fastpitch Softball
would like to thank our sponsors, parents, and community for your support this season!
Mike Gatlin keeps up with the bids for the two quilts auctioned off during the Food Auction Wednesday.
Blood mobile will be in town August 10 The American Red Cross will be in Hugoton August 10, 2016 from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the First Christian Church at 600 South Van Buren. At times, blood is being distributed to hospitals faster than donations are coming in, which impacts the ability to rebuild the blood supply. Right now, the Red Cross has less than a fiveday blood supply on hand.
Start school with an exam. Don’t worry, it’s one you can pass easily. Routine physical exams are important because they allow us to detect potential health problems as well as evaluate your health and nutritional habits.
SCHOOL/ SPORTS PHYSICALS WILL BE HELD AT
STEVENS COUNTY MEDICAL CLINIC
June 27th - August 19th 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Physicals are by appointment only!! No Saturday Appointments!
$20.00
each
PAYABLE UPON ARRIVAL. NO INSURANCE WILL BE FILED! For Annual Well Child Physicals, insurance will be filed & the physical forms will be filled out at that time.
After August 19th you will pay the full amount for the physical. Physical forms must be picked up and completed prior to visit.
All students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian or the following consent form must be signed. NO EXCEPTIONS!!
You will need a copy of your immunization records. Contact us at 544-8563 to schedule your appointment. Call early for scheduling availability.
Date: ____________Student Name:_______________________________ I authorize Stevens County Medical Clinic to provide treatment, including diagnostic procedures, as determined by the physician or his assistant, to the above named student. Signed______________________________________ Parent/Legal Guardian
The Red Cross strives to have a five-day supply at all times to meet the needs of patients every day and be prepared for emergencies that may require significant volumes of donated blood products “The Red Cross continues to have an emergency need for blood donors to give now and help save patient lives,” said Jan Hale, communications manager of the Southwest Blood Services Region. “We are grateful for those who have already stepped up this summer to give and want to remind those who are eligible that hospital patients are still counting on them to roll up a sleeve.” Blood is needed for many different reasons. Accident and burn victims, heart surgery patients, organ transplant patients, and those receiving treatment for leukemia, cancer or sickle cell disease may all need blood. Donors of all blood types are urgently needed to help restock the shelves. The Red Cross is thanking those who come in to donate blood between July 25 and August 31 by emailing them a $5 Amazon.com gift card claim code. To schedule an appointment to donate, use the free Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Donation appointments and completion of a RapidPass online health history questionnaire are encouraged to help reduce wait times.
Saturday, August 13, 2016, is Sew All Day beginning at 8:30 a.m. That evening at 6:00 p.m. is a potluck with Pitch and Canasta following. Also 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. that evening is our monthly dance and potluck. Oklahoma Cowboy and Texas Lady will be providing the live country music. Tuesday, August 16, 2016, from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. is our next blood pressure check. Coming up Friday, August 26, 2016, at 12:30 p.m. is Montana Bingo. This is during our regular Bingo time, and Sara Lee Anderson’s family will be calling Bingo and providing prizes. The prizes are all products from Montana. This year’s Quilt, Art, and Photography Show will be Friday and Saturday, September 9 and 10, 2016. Please bring your items to the senior center Thursday, September 8, 2016, between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. You will need to pick up items Sunday, September 11, 2016, between 1:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. We welcome all age groups to participate in this annual event. If you like to play pool or snooker, please join our group every Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. We deliver lunch Monday through Friday to homebound people. If you are in need of our services or you know someone who is, please
call the Senior Center. We will give you information on cost, menus, etc. Senator Pat Roberts office is available to assist you with problems you may be having with federal agencies like Social Security, Veterans’/VA issues, military cases, Medicare, passports, and IRS. If you need help, please call his Dodge City office at 620-227-2244. If you have questions concerning caregiving, legal matters, disability, health insurance, housing, etc., please call Michael Johnston at Southwest Kansas Area Agency on Aging at 620-2258240. Menu Aug. 4.....................Swiss Steak Aug. 5 .................................Fish Aug. 8 .....Chicken Cordon Bleu Aug. 9.............................Brisket Aug. 10 .Sweet & Sour Chicken Aug. 11 ...............Ham & Beans Activities Thursday, August 4 Exercise ...................10:30 a.m. Friday, August 5 Exercise ...................10:30 a.m. Bingo .......................12:30 p.m. Saturday, August 6 Canasta, Pitch & Potlock........................6:00 p.m. Monday, August 8 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Line Dancing..............6:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 9 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Pool & Snooker ..........9:30 a.m. Wednesday, August 10 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Painting & Coloring ...1:00 p.m. Thursday, August 11 Exercise ...................10:30 a.m.
Kansas Weekly Gas Prices Average retail gasoline prices in Kansas have not moved in the past week, averaging $2.01 per gallon Sunday, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 1,329 gas outlets in Kansas. This compares with the national average that has fallen 2.0 cents per gallon in the last week to $2.13 per gallon, according to gasoline price Web site GasBuddy.com. Including the change in gas prices in Kansas during the past week, prices Sunday were 49.4 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 10.1 cents per gallon lower than a month ago. The national average has decreased 14.6 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 52.7 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago. According to GasBuddy historical data, gasoline prices August 1 in Kansas have ranged widely over the last five years: $2.51 per gallon in 2015, $3.32 per gallon in 2014, $3.55 per gallon in 2013, $3.47 per gallon in 2012 and $3.62 per gallon in 2011. Areas nearby Kansas and their current gas price climate: Wichita - $1.99 per gallon, down 4.7 cents per gallon from last week's $2.03 per gallon; Lincoln - $2.18
per gallon, down 5.6 cents per gallon from last week's $2.24 per gallon; and Topeka - $1.88 per gallon, down 2.6 cents per gallon from last week's $1.91 per gallon. “With July coming to a conclusion, the U.S. saw its average retail gas price fall 16 cents per gallon across the month, where the average price sits at $2.13 per gallon to start August. As prices continue to fall in the heart of summer, motorists have been able to take advantage of the cheapest summer prices in over a decade. Demand for gasoline continues to surge as low prices have spurred more road trips and have swayed consumer vehicle purchasing habits,” said Will Speer, senior petroleum analyst with GasBuddy. “But despite high demand for gasoline, prices have continued to fall amidst an oversupply of gasoline across the country. High gasoline inventories, which are up 11.8 percent from this time last year, will continue to be a thorn in the side of refiners and a boost for consumers as a seasonal downturn in gasoline demand is on the horizon after Labor Day,” he added. For LIVE fuel price averages, visit http://media.gas buddy.com.
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Annual IRS Tax Symposium in Overland Park August 25 The Johnson County Small Business Development Center, Kansas NATP and the IRS will host a seminar for tax professionals, enrolled agents and certified public accountants in Overland Park August 25.
“This year’s meeting will cover essential tax topics and updates from the IRS divisions of Examination, Collection, Appeals and Criminal Investigation,” said Eden R Holsman, IRS Stakeholder Liaison representative for
Kansas. “The Taxpayer Advocate Service will provide updates and other pertinent information regarding how their office can assist in resolving problems with the IRS.” Attendees must have a Preparer Tax Identification Number to be eligible to receive the eight Continuing Education credits offered. The IRS Kansas Practitioner Symposium will be from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
at the Johnson County Community College, Regnier Center Room 101, located at 12345 College Boulevard in Overland Park. Register online at http://www.natptax.com/Ch apters/Pages/KansasChapterEducation.aspx or call 800-558-3402 Ext. 3. There is an early registration fee until August 15 and includes lunch. Pre-registration is preferred but walk-in registrations will be accepted.
The crew of Shade Tree Smoke wins first place of $600 at the Stevens County Fair Backyard Cookoff! The crew consists of David Rome, Kenny Sullivan, Maddie Daharsh and Matthew Rome
YOUR PHARMACY OF
CHOICE In the BackYard Cookoff, the crew of Holy Smoke consists of Sheena Rindels, Clifford Shuck, Sheldon Shuck, Kaelin Shuck, Troy Shuck, and in the back is Scott Carr. In front is Logan Shuck, son of Sheldon and Heather Shuck.
Independently Owned/ Independently Operated Prescription & over-the-counter medicines Compounded medicines Hearing aid batteries Personal care items First aid & home health care Cards & gifts
The crew of Why Not consists of Sam Offerdahl, Adam Newton the Chef and Jessi Peek. They won $100 in the BackYard Cookoff.
531 S. Main Street The Old Porter Building
620-544-4065 Backyard Misfits consisting of Manny Bustillos, Jim Kraisinger and Brian Norton is the second place winner of $300 for the Backyard Cookoff at the fair.
The crew of Up In Smoke are Vallery Persing, Jan Persing, Howard Persing, April Persing and Chris Persing. They won third place and $200 in the Back Yard Cookoff.
Stevens County Hospital Board discuss benefits The Stevens County Hospital Board convened Monday, August 1, 2016 for their regular meeting in Pioneer Manor’s community room. Attending the meeting were board members Johnny Denton, Patty Lahey, Seth Gillespie, Keith Rome and board chairman Kirk Heger. Also present were Jessica Reinerio, CEO Linda Stalcup, Diane Mangels, Dr. Samer AlHashmi “Dr. Sam”, Chief Financial Officer Dave Piper and Hermes reporter Ruthie Winget. Chairman Kirk Heger presided. The meeting’s agenda and last month’s minutes were approved. Diane Mangels listed a summary of the benefits of working for the Hospital and Pioneer Manor. Blue Cross Plan A will raise their insurance premiums effective this coming year. The deductible will raise
also. The hospital subsidizes part of the Blue Cross premium. The hospital pays for Long Term Disability insurance. They also pay for life insurance for employees who have been employed for more than one year based on their income. CEO Stalcup informed the board there are 150-160 employees eligible for these benefits. She stated these benefits have been a plus for workers at the hospital and Pioneer Manor. CFO Dave Piper reported the hospital has been cutting expenses for the last several years, not just this past year. In years past, they had a hiring freeze as well as a wage freeze. They do not offer a cost of living benefit. Stacey Helget was on vacation so she had no report. Dr. Sam stated he had talked to patients from surrounding towns. They said
Tony Martin accepts the Presidential Jar of Cookies from Gayle Claggett. Tony has been president of the Stevens County Fair Board for many years.
their insurance did not pay as well as the Hugoton insurance. Chairman Heger remarked he saw on YouTube what the incumbent commissioners stated about the Stevens County Pharmacy at the Candidates Forum at the fair. He played it for the board. The board discussed how they set up the pharmacy when there was no pharmacy at Hugoton. All profits from the pharmacy go to support the Stevens County Hospital. CEO Stalcup reported they had State Inspectors come to Pioneer Manor last week. They had a very positive report. There were no care issues listed. The kitchen was reported as extra clean. Linda stated that they have 74 residents in Pioneer Manor and will get another resident Monday. They have a waiting list of four residents. Pioneer Manor went to Family Dining, and it was a success. CFO Piper reported the hospital is in a stronger cash position than last year. The accounts receivable health is better than last year. Stalcup stated she is still working to gain CCRC status. She has an attorney drawing up a CCRC contract. The usual quarterly amount of bed tax ($40,000) was paid in July. Hopefully, the CCRC status will be approved by October, when the increase comes into effect. She sent the information to State to decertify three double rooms. They are still waiting on the contract for the independent living. The State will notify
MUSEUM UPDATE from The Stevens County Gas & Historical Museum Beulah Carter, Interim Curator Stanley McGill and Billy Woodworth
This collection of hand tools was donated to the Stevens County Gas and Historical Museum by Charley Olinger. They are at least fifty years old.
Hours M-F 9am - 5:30 pm Sat 9 am - Noon
The Stevens County Gas and Historical Museum has hand tools that were donated by Charley Olinger. Before electricity was in common use, metal tools were necessary for building with wood or being a mechanic on automobiles. The Stevens County Gas and Historical Museum is located at 905 S. Adams. You are invited to visit Mondays through Fridays from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
her if they need any more information. The capacity of Pioneer Manor will be 77. To be approved, at least five beds must be ‘independent living.’ She is confident they will get the approval. The board discussed the proposal of replacing the fescue grass around Pioneer Manor with buffalo grass to save water. It would cost almost $36,000. The water bill costs about $800 monthly during the growing season. The board hated to destroy this beautiful grass and $36,000 is a lot of money. They tabled the issue at this time. The board went into Executive Session. They then adjourned.
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Stevens County 4-H and FFA Members, Their Families and Leaders and the Stevens County Fair Association Say
THANKS
...for Your Support at the Stevens County Fair Livestock Auction BEEF 01 Nick Gold, Grand Champion, 1315 lbs, $2.70, Citizens State Bank, Hugoton 02 Toby McClure, Reserve Grand Champion, 1385 lbs., $2.60, Pate Agency, Don Beesley, Hugoton 03 Megan Newlon, Champion, 1210 lbs., $2.40, Jordan Air, Hugoton 04 Adyson Gooch, Champion, 1200 lbs., $2.50, Doug and Rita Mills Farms,Hugoton 05 Eli Penrod, Reserve Champion, 1335lbs., $3.00, Gourdin By-Products, Moscow 06 Rebecca Johnson, Reserve Champion, 1330 lbs., $2.40, G+ Ag, Inc., Hugoton 07 Catie Gooch, Reserve Champion, 1265 lbs., $2.00, Steve and Glenda Davis, Hugoton 08 Casle Heger, Reserve Champion, 1095 lbs., $3.00, M & T Pump Service LLC, Moscow 09 Jewels Kraisinger, Red, 1390 lbs., $2.30, MasCow Dairy, Hugoton
10 Jayla Stump, Red, 1195lbs., $2.00, First National Bank, Hugoton 11 Allison Goode , Red, 1335 lbs., $2.00, Citizens State Bank, Hugoton 12 Sarah Johnson, Blue, 1320 lbs., $2.00, G+ Ag, Inc., Hugoton 13 Madison Hall, Blue, 1200 lbs., $1.80, MasCow Dairy, Hugoton 14 Emma McClure, Blue, 1180 lbs., $2.80, Circle H Transport, Hugoton 15 Isabella Hall, Blue, 1270 lbs., $1.80, Seaboard Foods, LLC, Rolla 16 Sydney Beesley, Blue, 1385 lbs., $2.50, Mid America Cattle Co., Hugoton 17 Grace Dillinger, Blue, 1210 lbs., $1.90, Citizens State Bank, Hugoton 18 Molly McClure, Blue, 1280 lbs., $2.40, MasCow Dairy, Hugoton
SWINE 01 Kynna Crawford, Reserve Grand Champion, 285 lbs., $2.70, Kansas Dairy Ingredients, Hugoton 02 Zachary Willis, Champion, 280 lbs., $3.60, Brown DuPree Oil Co. Inc., Ulysses/Hugoton 03 Jayla Stump, Champion, 250 lbs., $1.90, Teresa and Jeffrey Randle, Liberal 04 Briannah Davidson, Reserve Champion, 220 lbs., $2.15, Kathy Hill Processing, Moscow 05 Thomas Willis, Reserve Champion, 280 lbs., $2.75, Dr. Edwin McGroarty, Hugoton 06 Brecklyn Stump, Reserve Champion, 271 lbs., $1.95, Jordan Air Inc., Hugoton 07 Jay McClure, Blue, 226 lbs., $3.95, Mike Willis Seed Sales, Hugoton 08 Catie Gooch, Blue, 240 lbs., $2.25, Bob and Judy Parsons, Hugoton 09 Joseph Hignett, Blue, 235 lbs., $2.65, Warren Willis Channel Seeds, Hugoton 10 Rolanda Gerber, Blue, 245 lbs., $2.15, Circle H Transport, Hugoton 11 Molly McClure, Blue, 241 lbs., $ 3.25, First National Bank, Hugoton 12 Jayce Heger, Red, 232 lbs., $2.25, MasCow Dairy, Hugoton 13 Brayden Kolb, Red, 287 lbs., $4.25, Brahma Group / Agra Center 14 Dawson Kerbow, Red, 274 lbs., $3.65, American Implement, Hugoton 15 Megan Newlon, Red, 266 lbs., $3.75, Seaman Crop Consulting, Hugoton 16 Lindy McClure, Red, 220 lbs., $3.65, Cimarron Valley
Irrigation, Hugoton 17 Toby McClure, Red, 290 lbs., $3.65, A To Z Livestock, Hugoton 18 Jewels Kraisinger, Red, 275 lbs., $3.45, Milk River, LLC, Hugoton 19 Angelina Hignett, Red, 220 lbs., $3.15, Dr. Effie Gaskill, Hugoton 20 Casle Heger, Red, 251 lbs., $2.65, Martin Trucking, Inc., Hugoton 21 Jacob Bell, White, 277 lbs., $3.75, Citizens State Bank, Hugoton 22 Hunter Kerbow, White, 273 lbs., $3.65, First National Bank, Hugoton 23 Allison Goode, White, 220 lbs., $3.35, Rome Farms, Hugoton 24 Carter McClure, White, 257 lbs., $3.65, Keating Tractor & Equipment, Liberal 25 Henco Gerber, White, 220 lbs., $3.45, Rome Farms, Hugoton 26 Effie Kolb, White, 247 lbs., $7.05, Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma, Guymon 27 Lelani Gerber, White, 266 lbs., $2.15, Pioneer Electric Cooperative, Inc., Ulysses 28 Max McClure, White, 233 lbs., $3.75, Citizens State Bank, Hugoton 29 Alikxavier Briggs, White, 220 lbs., $2.35, Southwest Express, Hugoton 30 Madison Hall, White, 223 lbs., $3.75, Animal Health Center, Hugoton 31 John Shelton, White, 223 lbs., $3.45, Seaman Crop Consulting, Hugoton
BUCKET CALF 01 Claudia Clark, Grand Champion, 350 lbs., $5.25, Conestoga Energy, Liberal 02 Ella Beesley, Reserve Grand Champion, 400 lbs., $4.25, A To Z Livestock, Hugoton 03 Faith Beesley, Blue, 455 lbs., $5.00, Doug and Rita Mills Farms, Hugoton 04 Carter McClure, Blue, 590 lbs., $3.75, Doug and Rita Mills Farms, Hugoton 05 Grant Niehues, Blue, 320 lbs., $3.75, Cimarron Valley Irrigation, Hugoton 06 Jayce Heger, Blue, 345 lbs., $3.25, M & T Pump Service LLC, Moscow
07 Channing Dillinger, Blue, 160 lbs., $6.50, Antler´s Bar and Grill, Moscow 08 Lakota Persing, Blue, 350 lbs., $4.75, Kansas Dairy Ingredients, Hugoton 09 Kyra Shelton, Blue, 130 lbs., $7.50, Pioneer Electric Cooperative, Inc., Ulysses 10 Cameron Persing, Blue, 345 lbs., $4.75, MasCow Dairy, Hugoton 11 John Shelton, Blue, 165 lbs., $5.75, L & L Farms, Lewis or Lee Wheeler, Hugoton 12 Lindy McClure, Blue, 400 lbs., $5.00, M & T Pump Service LLC, Moscow
SHEEP 01 Alaina Gold, Grand Champion, 125 lbs., $11.25, First National Bank, Hugoton 02 Nick Gold, Reserve Grand Champion, 140 lbs., $7.50, Gary and Connie Gold, Hugoton 03 Lacey Brecheisen, Champion, 135 lbs., $6.00, Dr. Effie Gaskill, Hugoton 04 Lelani Gerber, Champion, 106 lbs., $6.75, A To Z Livestock, Hugoton 05 Emma McClure, Champion, 137 lbs., $6.25, Citizens State Bank, Hugoton 06 Zane Poulsen, Reserve Champion, 147 lbs., $6.50, Pioneer Electric Cooperative, Inc., Ulysses 07 Heidi Bogan, Reserve Champion, 139 lbs., $6.75, Dennis and Elizabeth Moser Farms, Moscow 08 Lainey Cox, Reserve Champion, 114 lbs., $9.25, G+
Ag, Inc., Hugoton 09 Rolanda Gerber, Reserve Champion, 111 lbs., $7.00, MasCow Dairy, Hugoton 10 Lynnelle Bogan, Reserve Champion, 126 lbs., $6.50, Jordan Air, Hugoton 11 Chaney Poulsen, Blue, 108 lbs., $7.00, Dax and Effie Gaskill, Hugoton 12 Laramie Brecheisen, Blue, 132 lbs., $6.75, Citizens State Bank, Hugoton 13 Henco Gerber, Blue, 122 lbs., $6.50 , Brown Du-Pree Oil Co. Inc., Ulysses/Hugoton 14 Jay McClure, Blue, 132 lbs., $7.50, Hittle Cattle Company, Hugoton 15 Ethan Bogan, Blue, 136 lbs., $7.00, Lee and Victoria Wheeler, Hugoton
GOAT 01 Lacey Brecheisen, Grand Champion, 95 lbs., $4.60, Jesus Manriquez, Hugoton 02 Kynna Crawford, Reserve Grand Champion, 80 lbs., $4.75, Stegman Farms, Hugoton 03 Carson Gilmore, Champion, 75 lbs., $4.50, Seaboard Foods, LLC, Rolla 04 Lainey Cox, Reserve Champion, 70 lbs., $11.75, MasCow Dairy, Hugoton 05 Emmett Gaskill, Reserve Champion, 85 lbs., $12.00, Citizens State Bank, Hugoton 06 Faith Beesley, Reserve Champion, 102 lbs., $16.00, M & T Pump Service LLC, Moscow 07 Sydney Beesley, Reserve Champion, 108 lbs., $16.50, Brown Du-Pree Oil Co. Inc., Ulysses/Hugoton 08 Audrey Gilmore, Blue, 82 lbs., $6.50, Pate Agency, Don
Beesley, Hugoton 09 Isabella Hall, Blue, 85 lbs., $6.75, Kolb Farms, Hugoton 10 Laramie Brecheisen, Blue, 102 lbs., $6.75, C & K Cattle Co., Hugoton 11 Alaina Gold, Blue, 97 lbs., $10.50, Aqua Shield Roofing and Construction, Hugoton 12 Frances Gaskill, Red, 77 lbs., $14.25, MasCow Dairy, Hugoton 13 Farrah Gaskill, Red, 58 lbs., $20.00, Robin Sullivan, Hugoton 14 Kadence Hernandez, Red, 57 lbs., $17.00, C & K Cattle Co., Hugoton 15 Sarah Johnson, Red, 75 lbs., $13.50, Wolters Construction LLC, Hugoton
RABBIT 01 Clayton Grubbs, Purple, $300, Wheeltime Transportation Inc., Hugoton 02 Tobias Grubbs, Blue, $400, Wheeltime Transportation Inc., Hugoton 03 Nicholas Bryan, Blue, $225, Wolters Construction LLC, Hugoton 04 Victoria Bryan, Blue, $250, Wheeltime Transportation Inc., Hugoton 05 Tala Eckert, Blue, $225, Teresa and Jeffrey Randle, Liberal 06 Katya Wolters, Blue, $175, Wolters Construction LLC, Hugoton 07 Tegyn Wolters, Blue, $150, Hittle Cattle Company, Hugoton
08 Stanton Custer, Blue, $350, Art and Ann Merrick, Farmington NM 09 Angelina Hignett, Blue, $15, Claggett Farms, Hugoton 10 Izaak Hernandez, Blue, $250, Claggett Farms, Hugoton 11 Joseph Hignett, Blue, $200, Snoball/Pigs R Us, Hugoton 12 Madison Kurts, Blue, $375, Flatlanders Farm & Home, Hugoton 13 Kayleigh Flores, Red, $225, Lee and Marcie Isaac, Hugoton 14 Thomas Willis, Red, $125, Hittle Cattle Company, Hugoton
POULTRY 01 Gillian Heger, $400, Jordan Air, Hugoton 02 Kadence Hernandez, $300, American Implement, Hugoton 03 Abby Heger, $400, Circle H Transport, Hugoton 04 Jacob Bell, $400, Jim Persinger, Hugoton 05 Audrey Gilmore, $375, Jeff and Vicky Newlon, Hugoton 06 Cameron Persing, $310, Jim Persinger, Hugoton 07 Vallery Persing, $335, Jim Persinger, Hugoton 08 Ashlyn Schechter, $300, Jesus Manriquez, Hugoton
09 Carson Schechter, $300, Willis Insurance Agency, Hugoton 10 Olivia Salmans, $500, Heaton’s Sprinklers, Hugoton 11 Izaak Hernandez, $450, Claggett Farms, Hugoton 12 Lakota Persing, $375, Kolb Farms, Hugoton 13 Zachary Willis, $325, Cimarron Valley Irrigation, Hugoton 14 Garrett Hull, $625, American Implement, Hugoton 15 Rebecca Johnson, $450, Jill Jordan, Hugoton
Baker Arts to sponsor two events August 20 Baker Arts Center will present two events Saturday, August 20. “Art in the Park” will be from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and is free to the public. Booth spaces are 12 feet by 12 feet and will be charged a rental fee. The event will be in the Baker Arts center yard. Please park in the Baker Arts Center parking lot located on the south side of the building. The “Arts of Brews and BBQ” will be Saturday evening. Beer and BBQ tasting will start at 7:00 p.m. and tickets are available for the event. A non-sanctioned, backyard BBQ competion will also be taking place. Events will be sponsored by Rafter J’s Liquor, Western Breverages, Standard Beverages and Glazer’s Distributors. Make plans to attend both Baker Arts Center events August 20 at 624 North Persh-
Kansas Book Fest is September 10 Kansas First Lady Mary Brownback announced the sixth annual Kansas Book Festival will take place 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Saturday, September 10, at the Kansas State Capitol. The festival will feature noted authors and books to highlight the importance of reading. “Fostering a life-long love of reading is essential for expanding knowledge and developing imagination,” said First Lady Brownback. “The book festival is a great opportunity to encourage people of all ages to explore all that reading has to offer. Going into our sixth year, we’re excited to see the interest from both authors and attendees as we showcase books across a wide array of genres.” More than 20 authors are attending this event, including headliners Jane O’Connor (Fancy Nancy series), former NSA & CIA director Michael Hayden (Playing to the Edge: American Intelligence in the Age of Terror), and founder of Smallcakes Bakery Jeff Martin (Buttercream Dreams). Local favorites being featured are Roderick Townley (A Bitter Magic) and children’s book illustrator Stephen T. Johnson (Alphabet Schools). Along with author presentations, there will be additional authors featured as vendors, book sales and signings, entertainment, live music, appearances by storybook characters and activities for children of all ages. This event is free and open to the public. For more details concerning the Kansas Book Festival and a full list of slated authors please visit www.kansasbookfestival.com or their Facebook page www.facebook.com/Kansas BookFestival.
ing Avenue in Liberal. For more information, call 620624-2810. If anyone is interested in “Art in the Park” or
“Arts of Beer and BBQ” competition entry forms, contact the Baker Arts Center.
Madison Kurts and Grandpa Todd Lissolo show off the horseshoe flag that won a red ribbon in the self-determined project in 4H. Madison donated her beautiful project to the Foods Auction Wednesday evening with proceeds to go to the 4-H council. Flatlanders Farm and Home purchased the exhibit for $350 with plans to display it at the store! Photo courtesy of Lacey Kurts.
Ava McDaniels tries her luck during the Pedal Tractor Pull at the Stevens County Fair.
Tukker Eckert pedals his way to the finish line during the Pedal Tractor Pull at the Stevens County Fair.
Renovations can expose dangers Home improvement projects can inadvertently expose homeowners to hidden dangers. For example, lead paint may be lurking underneath layers of existing paint in older homes. Exposure to lead dust or fumes may cause brain damage or other adverse health effects, especially in children or pregnant women. It is essential that homeowners control their exposure to lead or other hazardous substances through the use of protective equipment, such as a properly fitted respirator. If lead is discovered, it may require professional containment and cleanup. Contact your local health authority if you discover or suspect you have discovered lead paint or other hazardous materials in your home. Submitted by Metro Editorial Services.
Hannah Cox pedals as hard as she can trying to win the Pedal Tractor Pull competition.
Cecil Williams pedals the tractor heading for the finish line during the fair last week.
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Nick Gold shows off his Grand Champion Steer at the 2016 Stevens County Fair. Photo courtesy of Nicole Gold.
Kathleen Furr is the Outstanding Cotton Exhibit at the Stevens County Fair. She received a Grand Champion ribbon for her quilt.
Overall, total tax collections were $425 million for July or $12.8 million less than estimates. Total tax collections grew $9 million compared to July 2015. Retail sales and corporate income tax receipt shortfalls pulled revenue collections for July below expectations. Corporate income was
$5.9 million less than estimates. Retail sales tax receipts were $10.8 million less than anticipated. Individual income tax receipts beat estimates by $1.1 million for the month. Overall, total tax collections were $425 million for July or $12.8 million less than estimates. Total tax collections grew $9 million compared to July 2015. July is the first month of the 2017 fiscal year so collec-
tions for the month and for the fiscal year are identical. “We are pleased to start the new fiscal year with positive individual income tax growth, but concerned with the continued weak corporate tax receipts, which many states in our region are experiencing. Sales tax receipts remain weak in counties with significant agriculture and oil economies,” said Secretary of Revenue Nick Jordan. Submitted by the Kansas Department of Revenue.
One Man’s Trash Is Another’s Treasure! Find yours at one of Stevens County’s great garage sales!
Sydney Beesley is the Grand Champion winner for Halter Horse. She received a buckle sponsored by Willoughby-Henson at the Steven County Fair horse show. Photo courtesy of Renee Beesley. Alaina Gold shows off her Grand Champion Lamb at the 2016 Stevens County Fair. Photo courtesy of Nicole Gold.
PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Her3t mes, Thursday, July 21, 2016) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATES OF CARL EVERETT BARBER, deceased and BETTY JO BARBER, deceased Case No. 2016PR000023 NOTICE OF HEARING (Chapter 59) You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed in the above Court by Charlotte Diane DeMotte and Virginia Lea Evans, to determine the heirs at law of Carl Everett Barber and Betty Jo Barber, and praying for the determination of descent of certain real estate situate in Stevens County, Kansas, as more fully described in the petition filed in this pro-
Grand Champion Overall Rabbit owner Thomas Willis is shown here at the Stevens County Fair.
Lacey Brecheisen shows off her Grand Champion Goat at the Stevens County Fair.
Kayleigh Flores is the Grand Champion with her arrowheads. She is eight years old and a member of the Heartland 4-H. All of the arrowheads were found in Stevens County. Eric Thompson is the Grand Champion at the Stevens County Fair for his woodworking entry.
ceeding, and all other property, both real estate and personal property, or interests therein, including mineral interests, owned by the decedents within the State of Kansas at the time of their deaths. You are hereby required to file your written defenses thereto on or before the 15th day of August, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. of said day, in the district courtroom at the county courthouse, in the City of Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition. Charlotte Diane DeMotte and Virginia Lea Evans, Petitioners KRAMER, NORDLING & NORDLING, LLC 209 East 6th Street Hugoton, KS 67951 Telephone: 620-544-4333 Attorneys for Petitioner
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620-544-4349 Lakota Persing enters the Grand Champion Eggs at the Stevens County Fair.
519 S. Jackson - Across From The Post Office- Hugoton, Ks. The Adult Garden Display Grand Champion is Jason Randle.
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Pioneer Manor group goes to Sublette for bowling and Mama Mo’s
Pioneer Manor residents Lynetta Willis, Ruby Reed and Ron Bertram show their Stevens County Fair entries.
PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, August 4, 2016) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Gail Jean Gillespie, deceased, CASE NO.15-PR-44 NOTICE TO CREDITORS THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that on November 12, 2015, a Petition for Probate of Will and Issuance of Letters Testamentary was filed in this Court by Roger Gillespie, one of the heirs, devisees and legatees of Gail Jean
Gillespie, deceased. All creditors of the decedent are notified to exhibit their demands against the Estate within the latter of four months from the date of first publication of notice under K.S.A. 592236 and amendments thereto, or if the identity of the creditor is known or reasonably ascertainable, 30 days from actual notice was given as provided by law, and if their demands are not thus exhibited, they shall be forever barred. Roger Gillespie, Petitioner James A. Kuharic, #08952 Brollier, Wolf & Kuharic Box 39, Hugoton, KS 67951 (620) 544-8555 Attorney for Petitioner
The group enjoys some good eats at Mama Mo's in Sublette.
Taste of Kansas road trip follows the footsteps of John Brown
PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Her3t mes, Thursday, July 28, 2016) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF GUVANA C. HOLCOMB, DECEASED Case No. 2016 PR 24 NOTICE OF HEARING (Chapter 59) THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed in the above Court on July 26, 2016, by Robert H. Holcomb, husband of the decedent, Guvana C. Holcomb, praying for the determination of descent of the real estate as more fully described in the petition, and all other property, both real estate and personal property, or
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interests therein, including mineral interests, owned by Guvana C. Holcomb within the State of Kansas at the time of her death on September 15, 2015. You are hereby required to file your written defenses thereto on or before the 23rd day of August, 2016, at 9:30 a.m. of said day, in the district courtroom at the county courthouse, in Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition.
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Robert H. Holcomb, Petitioner KRAMER, NORDLING & NORDLING, LLC 209 East 6th Street Hugoton, KS 67951 Telephone: (620) 544-4333 Attorneys for Petitioner
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A cold wind met John Brown as he arrived in Kansas Territory in October 1855. Weak and exhausted, he came to help his sons and to fight slavery from expanding into the new territory. Brown was an impressive figure, lean and strong, nearly six feet in height, his face weather-beaten. He was usually courteous, but defiant in his beliefs, his eyes revealed his fiery passion. Soon the famed abolitionist was at the center of violence in the territory. Brown brought with him supplies and weapons. He quickly assembled an armed militia to defend freestaters near the Kansas-Missouri border. Brown’s troops arrived too late when proslavery troops sacked Lawrence May 21, 1856. In retaliation, he led an attack in Franklin County May 24, 1856, kidnapping and killing five men. After his sons were kidnapped, he fought proslavery forces at the Battle of Black Jack near Baldwin City June 2, 1856. The national media began to call the territory Bleeding Kansas. August 30, 1856, proslavery troops marched toward Osawatomie where Brown was headquartered. His son Frederick was
the first casaulty. Outnumbered, Brown’s men fought valiantly until they had exhausted their ammunition. Soon afterward, Brown left Kansas to pursue his fight against slavery in the South. He shifted his focus toward a federal arsenal at Harpers Ferry, Virginia (now West Virginia.) Now participants can join the Kansas Historical Society and the Kansas Historical Foundation to follow in the footsteps of John Brown in Kansas. Taste of Kansas – Tragic Prelude, September 16-17, 2016, will offer an insider’s view of these stories of Bleeding Kansas. Led by Historical Society staff members, the tour will also include delicious regional foods with a backdrop of the beautiful wooded hills of eastern Kansas. The road trip, beginning in Topeka, will take participants into the cabin that Brown used as his headquarters, highlight archeological discoveries from the family cabin, and walk where Brown’s men raided and fought. The two-day experience also includes a tour of a house that survived the Sack of Lawrence, where Underground Railroad activity oc-
curred, insights about the mural of Brown that was so controversial, and conclude with a very special encounter of original letters that Brown wrote. Find information and links to help you register and pay for the Taste of Kansas online at kshs.org/18914. A special early bird rate is available to members through August 19. If you are not already a member, find a link to become a member to reduce your fee. Registration closes September 1, 2016; seats are limited. The program fees cover all local transportation (by bus), meals, admission fees, tour guides, and performances. Lodging is not included. Hotel reservations can be made at Hyatt Place, 6021 SW 6th Avenue, Topeka KS 66615; 785-273-0066; there is a Kansas Historical Society room rate. Rooms are limited and special pricing is available only through September 1, 2016. The Hyatt Place is conveniently located near the Historical Society. For more information call 785-2728681, ext. 205. The Taste of Kansas – Tragic Prelude road trip is made possible through support by Freedom’s Frontier National Heritage Area.
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Brig. Gen. Anthony V. Mohatt, assistant division commander for the 35th Infantry Division, Kansas Army National Guard, will be invested as assistant adjutant general – Army and commander of the Kansas Army National Guard in a change of command ceremony Saturday, August 6, 10:00 a.m., at the Museum of the Kansas National Guard, 125 SE Airport Drive, Topeka. In the event of inclement weather, the ceremony will be moved to Nickell Armory, 2722 S. Topeka Blvd., Topeka. “I am truly blessed and excited to be taking command of the Kansas Army National Guard,” said Mohatt. “I recognize that commanding America's heroic citizen-soldiers is a sacred trust and I look forward to the challenges and opportunities ahead.” Mohatt will succeed Brig. Gen. Robert Windham, who is retiring. “It has truly been an honor to command the men and women of the Kansas Army National Guard,” said Windham. “My time in command has given me a new appreciation for the commitment and professionalism of our soldiers as well as the commitment and sacrifice of their families and friends. Our soldiers are well trained and dedicated. I am thankful for the opportunity to have been on their team.”
During his career, Mohatt has also served as brigade commander, 69th Troop Command; operations officer, 69th Troop Command; administrative officer and operations officer, and commander of the 2nd Battalion, 137th Infantry Regiment; and assistant training officer and plans officer, 35th Infantry Division, in addition to various command and staff positions. Mohatt has deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. He is a 1990 graduate of the Officer Candidate School at the Kansas Military Academy. His military education includes the Armor Basic and Advanced Courses, Combined Arms and Services Staff School and Command and General Staff College and the U.S. Army War College. He also attended the U. S. Air Force Office of Special Investigations Criminal Investigator Training Program. Mohatt’s military awards include the Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal with two oak leaf clusters, Army Commendation Medal with oak leaf cluster, Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal with four oak leaf clusters, Iraq Campaign Medal, and numerous other awards. His civilian education includes a bachelor’s degrees in political science and sociology
from the University of Kansas, a Master of Arts degree in administration of justice from Wichita State University, a Master of Science in military arts and science from the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, and a Master of Arts in strategic studies from the U.S. Army War College. Windham became assistant adjutant general – Army in July 2014. Prior to that time he was assistant division commander of the 35th Infantry Division. Other assignments include commander, 235th Regiment; deputy chief of staff for Logistics, Joint Forces Headquarters; commander, Task Force Hurricane (Operation Iraqi Freedom); deputy commander, 130th Field Artillery Brigade; and deputy commander, Task Force Tornado (Operation Iraqi Freedom). He has also served in various command and staff positions, including command at the battalion and battery level. Windham's awards include the Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, with oak leaf cluster, Army Commendation Medal, with oak leaf cluster, Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal, with four oak leaf clusters, Iraq Campaign Medal, and the 1st Cavalry Division Order of the Combat Spur.
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Tips to make your big move smoother for your pet A cross-country move is no small feat. The logistics alone of packing up all of your worldly belongings and getting them to your new digs in one piece - and on time - is enough to make your head spin. And, when your beloved furry friends are taking the journey with you, it's easy to feel even more anxious and stressed. Fortunately, if you follow a few simple tips and keep a positive attitude, your move can go much more smoothly than you might think. In fact, you might even really enjoy the trip, and the chance to bond with your furry best friend. The best possible way to reduce the stress of moving with a pet is to create a thorough and solid plan of action. Here are a few questions to ask yourself during the planning stages: Where Will You Stay? Road trips do move along a bit more slowly when you're traveling with a furry friend. All those potty breaks add up, and hey - you've got four extra legs to stretch! An extended amount of time on the road can mean more hotel stays. It's a good idea to plan beforehand how often you will stop for the night, as well as where you will stop, and when. Finding pet friendly lodging is, of course, a must. Fortunately, you are spoiled for choice. There are thousands of really good options across the country, in every price range and type. You don't have to settle -- whether you've got an eye on the budget, you're looking to be pampered, or you just want something convenient and practical, you can find a perfect place for both of you to lay your weary heads. To make things even simpler, TripsWithPets.com offers a "search hotels by route" feature that will help you find pet friendly lodging at different intervals all along your travel route. Make sure you book well in advance -- pet friendly rooms fill up quickly, and you want to be assured there will be a place set aside for you. How Will You Keep Your
Pet Safe? First and foremost, your pet should be secured in your vehicle at all times while you're on the road. Secured pets have a far lesser chance of becoming injured or lost during a road trip, and they are far less likely to distract drivers. Browse through pet restraint options -- there are many different kinds available including seat belts, pet barriers, crates and carriers. You will certainly find one that works for your specific situation. It's important to acclimate your pet to his safety restraints well in advance. This is a process, and it can't be done overnight. Don't procrastinate! You should never, ever leave your pet in a vehicle alone and unattended. Even on cool days, temperatures inside a car can rise exponentially within minutes, which could put his health and safety in grave danger. Leaving your windows open slightly will do little to help your pet, and it may even increase the chance that your pet could escape or be stolen. You need to factor this in as you plan, and figure out a way for a responsible person to be with your furry friend at all times during your trip. Where Will You Stop Along the Way? Your pet isn't the only one with needs - you can't survive on kibble, and you will need plenty of potty breaks yourself. You need to figure out who will stay with your pet while you are in the restroom, and how you will manage meals on the road. Heading to a drive-thru is one good option - although it can get old, quickly, on a long trip. Another option is packing sandwiches and snacks in a cooler, and keeping them handy while you're on the road. You can, of course, treat yourself to something really good. Search out pet friendly restaurants in areas along your route. Many really great restaurants allow pets at their outdoor seating areas. What Should You Bring Along for the Ride? Your pet will need a lot of
things to keep him safe, healthy and happy on a long trip. It's wise to make a list in the hustle and bustle of a move, it can be hard to focus, and easy to forget even the most mundane things. Make sure your list includes: • Medications • A certificate of health (you will need this for interstate travel) • Pet IDs (with new address and phone number) • Current photo • Favorite toys • Leash and collar • Poop bags • Food, water, and bowls • Pet vehicle safety restraints • Favorite cushion or pet bed Take Time to Stop and Smell the Roses (and everything else!) The most essential facet of a successful move is your ability to stay positive and flexible. Rather than seeing your move as a stressful chore, think of it as an adventure. An old-school road trip, with your best furry bud. Build extra time into your schedule to stop and have some fun. Find some fun pet friendly attractions to explore. Hike some trails, or walk through some exciting cities or charming small towns. The journey to your new place may be long, but you'll get there in the end. You might as well enjoy yourself, and make some great memories along the way! About TripsWithPets.com TripsWithPets.com is the premier online pet friendly travel guide - providing online reservations at over 30,000 pet friendly hotels and accommodations across the U.S. and Canada. When planning a trip, pet parents go to Trips WithPets.com for detailed, upto-date information on hotel pet policies and pet amenities. TripsWithPets.com also features airline and car rental pet policies, pet friendly activities, a user-friendly search-byroute option, as well as pet travel gear. For more information, please visit http://www.tripswithpets.com. Submitted by TripsWith Pets.com.
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Brownback proclaims August Farmers’ Market Month In recognition of the important role farmers’ markets play in Kansas communities, Governor Sam Brownback proclaimed August as Farmers’ Market Month in Kansas. In both urban centers and rural communities, farmers’ markets give consumers access to fresh, locally grown produce and serve as an important link between food producers and consumers of Kansas products. Farmers’ markets also keep money in Kansas communities, which helps make small businesses stronger and positively contributes to local economies. The number of farmers’ markets in Kansas has grown from 26 in 1987 to more than 70 registered farmers’ markets in 2016. They are a vibrant part of many Kansas communities, and contribute to the health, well-being and quality of life for many Kansans. “We are excited about the growth and expansion of farmers’ markets across the state,” said Julie Roller, agri-
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branches down. Some homes had damage to siding and windows, Mary Daniels had her car port and wooden fence destroyed.
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Pizza swim party is August 10 Moscow community!! You are invited to the Moscow swimming pool Wednesday, August 10 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. for a fun night of swim-
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Upcoming school events High winds and hail damages many trees in Moscow.
Stauth Memorial seeks donations A storm hit Moscow July 27, breaking limbs from lots of trees.
Mary Daniels lost her carport and wood fence to the severe storm that hit Moscow July 27.
City of Moscow seeks applicants The Moscow City Council will meet August 10 at 6:00 p.m. The city is taking applications for part time positions for city treasurer and office assistant. Teri Shope
will be leaving soon. Residents will be sorry to see her leave. The Cemetery Board will also meet August 10 at 5:00 p.m.
The Stauth Memorial Museum hosts many traveling exhibitions PLUS special local exhibits and events throughout each year that they encourage guests to participate in and add items to make them more educational, memorable and enjoyable. The museum is looking to add items or artifacts to complete or enhance two upcoming exhibitions. Items are only loaned for the time of each special/traveling exhibition. Museum staff will protect these items with the same care and respect given to all items exhibited at the Stauth Memorial Museum. Temperature and humidity will remain constant and all items will be locked and secured when not open to the public according to Smithsonian Institution guidelines. October 16, 2016-November 29, 2016 (six weeks) Christmas Traditions of Southwest Kansas 2016 -Please get involved to ensure that this wonderful Christmas tradition continues. Encourage your friends, relatives,
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PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, July 21, 2016) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS CIVIL COURT DEPARTMENT IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF KAREN K. SCHROEDER, DECEASED Case No. 2016PR22 NOTICE OF HEARING THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are notified that on July 5, 2016, a Petition for Determination of Descent and Approval of Valid Settlement Agreement was filed in this Court by Thomas S. Schroeder, spouse and one of the heirs of Karen K. Schroeder deceased, requesting: Descent be determined of the following described mineral interests situated in Stevens County, Kansas: In the County of Stevens in the State of Kansas, the Southeast Quarter (SE 1/4) of Section Fifteen (15), Township Thirty-three (33)
South, Range Thirty-seven (37) West of the Sixth Principal Meridian. And that such property owned by the decedent at the time of death be assigned pursuant to the terms of the Settlement Agreement dated December 1, 2015. You are required to file your written defenses to the Petition on or before August 15, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. in the Stevens County District Court, 200 E. 6th Street, Hugoton, Kansas 67951, 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. Thomas S. Schroeder, Petitioner Joseph Y. Holman - #08544 MARTIN, PRINGLE, OLIVER, WALLACE & BAUER, L.L.P. 9401 Indian Creek Parkway, Suite 1150 Overland Park, KS 66210 Telephone: 913-491-5500 Facsimile: 913-491-3341 Email: jyholman@martinpringle.com Attorneys for Petitioner
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Pictured in back left to right are Gene Milburn, Danny Hutchinson, Frank Hipp and Bill Light. In front are Ken Tarrant, Mary Hipp, Candace Stout, Myrla Trahern, Claretta Brown and Ron DeGarmo. (Maiden names are listed) Photo courtesy of Claretta Brown McElroy.
RHS Class of 1967 gathers Every two years, Rolla alumni gather together to visit and catch up on each others lives. This summer, the class of 1967 gathered as part of the reunion and took time to snap a photo of themselves. There were 21 in their graduating class in 1967. Three have passed away and this group of ten attended the banquet and visited with each other. Gene Link had been there earlier in the evening but wasn’t around for the photo opp. They had a great time catching up and finding new “techno” ways of keeping in touch.
Ashton Burrows ready to run the 200 meter hurdles at the National Junior Olympics. Photo courtesy of Stacy Burrows.
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Winners of the Style Revue Monday evening include left to right Jaxon Schwindt, Rylan
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The Morton County Fair has begun and the first event of the week was the Style Revue Monday, August 1. The contestants entered either construction or buymanship and were judged during the day. The evening was a public display for friends and family to see what the kids had done over the course of the year. The Rolla All
Around 4-H club had four winners of the evening. Jaxon Schwindt was Grand Champion Intermediate Boys Buymanship while his cousin Rylan Williams was Reserve Grand Champion Intermediate Boys Buymanship. Brynlee Williams won Reserve Grand Champion for Junior Girls Buymanship division and Kenzie Jones won Grand
Champion and Reserve Grand Champion in Senior Girls Clothing Construction division. Congratulations to all the stylists! Everyone is proud of you!
The Dynamic Duo of Alexandra Hart and Ashton Burrows traveled with their families to the Houston area for the August 1 AAU National Junior Olympics. Alexandra competed in the high jump for girls ages 1516. She hopped her way to gold, with a winning jump of 5’5”! She has been the one to beat since she first began jumping for the AAU circuit,
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Ashton named ninth fastest in division Ashton, who competed for the first time in 200 meter hurdles at the regional level and qualified for the National meet, is now the ninth fastest
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The second annual Jonathan Rusch Memorial 7/3 co-ed softball tournament will be in Rolla August 13. There is an entry fee to play. It will begin Saturday, August 13 and depending on the number of teams, will continue until it’s over. If you have any questions or want to register a team, please call Ricky Reza at 620482-3496. Shirts will be awarded for first and second place teams.
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in the 13 year old boys’ division. He finished the hurdles with a blistering 28.48 second run. He is also one to watch as he continues to grow and learn more about an event he’d never entered before. Congratulations, Ashton, and to his family, Shelli and Stacy Burrows and brothers, Chandler, Preston and Hunter! Rolla is so proud of you!
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Alexandra, and to her family, Dawn and Robert Hart and sister, Ashly! Rolla is so proud of you!
Winners Gabby Bolin, Jonas Mauk and Kylie Brummett display their Pizza Hut certificates from the summer reading program with librarian Cindy Hittle. Photo courtesy of April Wood.
Summer reading program winners announced The end of summer reading party was Wednesday, July 27. The movie "Zootopia" was the highlight of the afternoon. All children who
wanted to attend could join in the popcorn and movie fun. Children who read books in July were entered to win a Kindle and some Pizza Hut certificates. The winner of the Kindle was Samantha Dunn. Pizza Hut Certificate winners were Gabby Bolin, Jonas Mauk and Kylie Brummett. The prizes were presented by Morton County Librarian Cindy Hittle. Congratulations to all the students for their determination in reading throughout the month of July.
Samantha Dunn beams after claiming her Kindle at the Rolla Library’s Summer Reading Program. Great job Samantha! Photo courtesy of April Wood.
As a result, entryways can quickly be overrun with clutter. Storage solutions can include putting in a desk or hutch with baskets underneath to store umbrellas and backpacks. Or hang a coat rack and create a shoe rack to store shoes until the time comes to leave the house once again. 2. Shed new light. Add some design appeal to your home by replacing an old lighting fixture with something more modern. Such a task is relatively easy, and you need not possess the skills of a trained electrician. 3. Add molding for a finishing touch. Dress up spaces with crown molding or a decorative chair rail that goes around a room. You can even use molding to frame new or existing artwork. Find a molding style that complements the architectural style. 4. Update hardware in the bath and kitchen. Switch the handles, draw pulls and knobs on cabinetry with new hardware. The time commitment is practically nil, but you might just give rooms a whole new feel. 5. Patch and paint walls. Spend a weekend filling in holes left behind by since-removed wall hangings. If the patches dry quickly, paint over them. If not, resolve to do your patchwork one weekend and paint the ensuing weekend. Submitted by Metro Editorial.
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History From The Hermes Compiled by Ruthie Winget
Thursday, August 4, 2011 Air Force Reserve Airman First Class Cody L. Cox graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Tx. He is the son of Lester Cox and Julie Sutton. Cox graduated in 2007 from Hugoton High School. Thursday, August 10, 2006 Kids of all ages competed in the pedal tractor pull at the 2006 Stevens County Fair. In the ‘senior division,’ Nelda Brady finished second in the sixty and older competition. She out-pulled her husband, Larry, by about a foot. Thursday, August 9, 2001 Tiffany Brewer will be the new Hugoton Elementary School primary principal this
year. She was offered a two year contract. Thursday, August 12, 1991 Over 250 spectators turned out to watch thirtyfive motorcycle racers compete for seventeen trophies, donated by local businessmen at the Prairie Dusters Motorcycle Club’s first race in Hugoton August 8. Thursday, August 7, 1986 Wally and Barb Cook have just returned from a 9,000 mile motorcycle trip from Hugoton to Alaska and back again. They said they enjoyed themselves very much. Joe and Cheryl Archuleta opened the Hungry Farmer Cafe at Rolla. The Lone Star Church, fourteen miles east of Hugo-
ton, was gutted by fire early Monday morning. The fire was started by a bolt of lightning. The interior of the church was damaged by smoke and water, and wiring will need to be replaced. Thursday, August 10, 1961 C.W. Harper, dentist, opened his new office for business west of the Argus Hotel Monday morning. Friday, July 17, 1931 Last Friday while Raymond Greenway was at work for H.C. Sturgeon combining wheat, the combine struck a rough place in the field. Raymond, who was on the combine at the time, was thrown toward the machinery. He threw out his hand in an endeavor to grab a stay rod to save himself from falling. He
missed the rod and his hand went into the machinery mangling the hand badly and literally tearing the thumb from the hand. The injured man was rushed to Hugoton where Dr. Boyce dressed the wound. It became necessary to amputate the thumb of his right hand and sew up the lacerations on several of his fingers. It was a bad wound to dress and Raymond was under the anesthetic for several hours. The wound is getting along nicely at this time. 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.
PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, August 4, 2016)
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The following is a listing of the 2015 unpaid Real Estate taxes due the Stevens County Treasurer as of August 4, 2016. A $16.00 advertising fee per parcel and interest at the rate of 4% will be added to the tax amount shown. If the taxes remain unpaid as of September 1, 2016, the County Treasurer will sell on said date the Real Estate described to the County for the amount of the taxes and legal charges due. The sale as described above is not a sale to the public; it is the legal process under which redemption period for payment of 2015 Real Estate taxes, fees and penalties begin. In the event said Real Estate taxes are not paid within the prescribed period, a foreclosure suit and Sheriff’s Sale will occur in due time. Vanessa Willis, Stevens County Treasurer
OFFICE OPENING - C.W. Harper, dentist, opened his new office, west of the Argus Hotel, for business Monday morning. Seated in the chair is Bob Chambers. Assisting the dentist is Lorene Moss. From the August 10, 1961 issue of The Hugoton Hermes.
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Numerous booths and eateries dot the landscape during the Stevens County Fair. Fair visitors have a large variety of choices all week long during the Father and daughter dance at the Fair last week.
special event.