Volume 126, Number 33
Thursday, August 15, 2013
14 Pages, 70 Cents Plus Tax Per Copy
KDHE announces discovery of first Kansas West Nile case The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has announced the first reported case of West Nile virus for 2013. The individual who tested positive is an adult from Atchison County. KDHE has also learned of the first West Nile virus positive mosquito sample in Kansas for 2013. The positive mosquito sample was collected from Sedgwick County. West Nile virus can be spread to people through bites from infected mosquitoes, but it is not contagious from person to person. Symptoms range from a slight headache and low-grade fever to swelling of the brain or brain tissue and in rare cases, death. People who have had West Nile virus before are considered im-
mune. KDHE recommends the following precautions to protect against West Nile virus: • When you are outdoors, use insect repellent containing an EPA-registered active ingredient on skin and clothing, including DEET, picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus or IR3535. Follow the directions on the package. • Many mosquitoes are most active at dusk and dawn. Be sure to use insect repellent and wear long sleeves and pants at these times or consider staying indoors during these hours. • Make sure you have good screens on your windows and doors to keep mosquitoes out. • Get rid of mosquito Continued to page 3
Colter Robertson and his daddy Jason stand on the bank near the Wilburton Crossing watching the Cimarron River rushing by. Yes,
It’s not the Cimarron or Arkansas River but our own Canal Street running over its banks last week. It was quite a sight to see and many people were out enjoying what hasn’t been seen in a long long time. Stevens County finally received some long
over due rain. Even a flash flood warning was sent to many local cell phones and TVs Wednesday, August 7 until Thursday morning. It might sound funny, but it is not a joke, these waters can be dangerous. But - Hallelujah! Keep those rains coming!!
Residents urged to play it safe regarding floodwaters It’s a bit of a lark - and a rare one - for Hugoton folks, but playing in the canal during and after rains is an extremely dangerous pastime! Director
the Cimarron is truly running! It has gone past the bridge north of Rolla and by last report to the low water crossing north of Hugoton.
of Fire and EMS Rodney Kelling urged those who think they can “make it” across Canal Street to reconsider. Even just a foot of running water can turn deadly in seconds. In the words of FEMA: “Turn around, don’t drown!” Emergency management officials are urging extreme caution in flooded areas. “A foot of water may not seem like much, but flood waters move swiftly and can easily knock down an adult and pull the person under,” said Angee Morgan, deputy director of the Kansas Division of Emergency Management. “Do not swim, wade, or drive through flooded areas. It only takes about a foot of water to float most cars
and sweep them away into deeper areas.” If you are traveling, the Kansas Department of Transportation advises you to keep abreast of local weather forecasts. For local road conditions please check with local authorities. For Kansas highway conditions related to flooding please use KanDrive, the online travel info portal, www.KanDrive.org, which displays information from the Kansas Department of Transportation’s traveler information technology. This includes highway cameras, dynamic message signs, traffic management centers and 511 phone, online and mobile http://511mm.ksdot.org. Travelers can obtain
updated road conditions simply by calling 511 from any phone or by clicking on the following link: http//511.ksdot.org. For additional information on flood safety for individuals, go to http://www.ksready.gov/ default.asp?PageID=15 and for flood safety information for businesses, go to http://www.ksready. gov/default.asp?PageID=1 2.
Highway Patrol initiates “You drink. You drive. You lose.” The Kansas Highway Patrol will be joining other local law enforcement agencies from across Kansas to work extra hours during the “You Drink. You Drive. You Lose.” Special Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP). The STEP campaign runs from August 15, through the Labor Day weekend, until September 2. The additional enforcement efforts are underwritten by a grant from the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT). During STEP, there will be additional enforcement of all Kansas traffic laws, with particular focus on impaired driving laws. If you are involved in a
crash in which alcohol is a contributing factor, according to KDOT, you are two-and-one-half (2 ½) times more likely to be injured and four-and-onehalf (4 ½) times more likely
to be seriously injured or killed, than if you were in a crash in which alcohol was not a factor. The ratio of death to injury in alcohol-related crashes is almost four times higher
than the death to injury ratio for non-alcohol related crashes. “The last thing we want to investigate on our highways is a fatality crash inContinued to page 3
See that students stay safe and sound this school year Children in the area will be heading to school very soon and drivers are reminded to be extra careful as everyone resumes their school year routine. Please observe street signs and speed limits extremely closely. Students may be walking or biking to school in the next couple weeks, so extra caution is encouraged. Motorists are requested to slow down, obey traffic
laws and speed limits and pay attention to school zones. If a school bus is stopped and red flashers are on, drivers in both directions are required to stop before reaching the bus and remain stopped until the flashing lights are turned off. In addition, when backing out of your driveway, be mindful of children walking behind your vehicle. Parents are asked to
help their children learn and practice safety rules. Always buckle your children’s seat belts and make sure they are in appropriate car seats. Students, please obey safety rules whether you ride the bus, walk, bike or ride in a car to school. Be a good role model for your siblings and friends. Everyone pull together so we all have a safe and successful school year!
A Life Watch helicopter lands near Stevens County Hospital Tuesday morning due to a severe vehicle accident south of town. The driver was injured seriously and the helicopter was called in to transport him quickly to a bigger hospital.
Airport Board learns KDOT grant has been approved The Hugoton Airport Board met for their regularly scheduled meeting Thursday, August 8, 2013 at the airport meeting room. Attending the meeting were Airport Manager Gary Porter, Secretary Risa Norton, Board Members Dell Cullison, Kim Harper, Robert Davis, Dax Gaskill and Hugoton Hermes reporter Ruthie Winget. Board member Jeff Crawford was absent. The board was informed KDOT had notified the Hugoton Airport the grant for the KAIP project to
replace Hangar Ramps had been approved and the project may now proceed. Manager Porter reported Kirkham and Michael’s surveyors and core drillers had already been to the airport in preparation for this project. The board commented the previous federal grants have been closed out. Risa stated the airport has received the first drawdown on the grant for the Environmental Assessment. This study will be filed with the FAA.
In his manager’s report, Porter stated he replaced the blades on the riding lawn mower. Risa and Gary have been mowing. Gary sprayed around the hangers and building for weeds. Gary talked to the city concerning exposed wires on the ground where a trailer had been located. The city will check them out. Manager Porter reported the heavy rains have caused water to come under the cinder block walls of the airport build-
ing. The board instructed him to hire someone to get the walls sealed. Gary requested a guidance system for the tractor that would help when he was mowing. After some discussion, the board tabled this matter until next spring due to the end of the mowing season and the age of the tractor. After going into executive session, the meeting adjourned. The next meeting will be September 11, 2013.
Gavin has completed the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library! He made it by the skin of his teeth. Gavin starts Kindergarten THIS WEEK! We are so proud of you Gavin! We hope you get a lot of use out of your brand new Clifford dictionary! We know you will be a great reader! Photo courtesy of Stacey Strickland.
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Thursday, August 15, 2013
HUGOTON POLICE REPORT Business Hours, Call 544-4959 After Hours, Call 544-2020 Monday, August 5, 2013 • Recovered Stolen Bicycle, 100 Block of East Fourth, Public Service, Sergeant Johnson • Dog at Large, 1400 Block of South Monroe, Dog Impounded, Officer Goetzinger • Complaint, Advised This Is a Civil matter, Officer Goetzinger Tuesday, August 6, 2013 • Report of ATV, 200 Block of Adams, Unable to Locate, Sergeant Johnson • Released Dog to Owner, 1600 Block of South Washington, Public Service, Sergeant Johnson • Medical Assist, 1000 Block of South Washington, Public Service, Officer Goetzinger • Released Dog to Owner, 1400 Block of South Madison, Public Service, Officer Goetzinger Thursday, August 8, 2013 • Vehicle Unlock, 600 Block of West Ninth, Citizens Assist, Officer Lamatsch • Medical Assist, 1000 Block of South Jackson, Public Service, Officer Crane/Officer Hagman Friday, August 9, 2013 • Vehicle Unlock, 600 Block of East Eleventh, Citizen Assist, Sergeant Johnson • Public Service, 500 Block of West Tenth, Public Service, Sergeant Johnson • Medical Assist, 700 Block of South
Harrison, Public Service, Officer Crane • Check on Wellbeing of Dog, Ninth and Adams, Dog Was Okay, Officer Crane • Suspicious Activity, 600 Block of South Adams, Officer Crane Saturday, August 10, 2013 • Vehicle Unlock, 900 Block of West City Limits, Citizen Assist, Officer Lamatsch • Medical Assist, Public Service, Officer Lamatsch • Vehicle Unlock, Alley Behind 500 Block of South Main, Citizen Assist, Officer Crane • Medical Assist, 800 Block of South Adams, Public Service, Officer Crane • Fight, 600 Block of South Monroe, Subject Arrested, Officer Crane Sunday, August 11, 2013 • Vehicle Unlock, 600 Block of East Third, Citizen Assist, Officer Lamatsch • Dog at Large, 100 Block of South Wilson, Unable to Locate, Officer Lamatsch • Suspicious Vehicle, 300 Block of South Main, Unable to Locate, Officer Lamatsch • Vehicle Unlock, 500 Block of South Harrison, Citizen Assist, Officer Lamatsch • Burglary, 900 Block of South Coulter, Took Report, Officer Crane
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Good Samaritan delivers papers Dear Editor, Hermes - she An unfortu- Wanda Williams delivered them nate situation herself! occurred recently which was This lovely lady realized quickly turned into a testa- everyone needs to know ment to the character of one what is going on in Hugoton; of Hugoton’s residents. donating her time - and gas A single customer on a - to make sure everyone relocal postal route received ceived their issue of The an entire bundle of Hugoton Hermes in a timely fashion. Hermes newspapers, and in- We all appreciated her acstead of simply returning tions very much this week! them to the Post Office where they’d have to be Wanda Williams sorted again, resulting in Editors’ Note: We’d like to extra work and headache for say thank you as well! both the Post Office and The
For God has not given us a spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. 2 Timothy 1:7
available by contacting teamt@team-t.org or 620-2769629. - Stauth Memorial Museum, at 111 N. Aztec in Montezuma will host “Ethnic Labor and Small Towns on the Rock Island Rail Line” at 2:00 p.m. This is a free program. Contact the Museum for more information at 620-846-2527. August 18 - Last day to eat a SnoBall at 301 S. Main in Hugoton. August 19 - First day of school for Heritage Christian Academy preK through sixth grade students. - First day of school for USD 217 Rolla students. - Senior citizens may purchase their Hugoton High School home football game parking spaces beginning at 8:00 a.m. Visit the high school office at 215 W. Eleventh to reserve. Senior passes are available for residents over the age of 65. - Sign up for tumbling classes at the Hugoton Recreation Commission, 211 S. Madison. Class will start Sunday, September 8. Participants from ages three through high school are encouraged to sign up by September 5. Call Karessa with additional question at 620835-3061. - Liberal Hearing Aid Center will be at 1411 W. Fifteenth in Liberal, offering free hearing tests, free demonstration of new digital technology, free clean and check on any brand of hearing aids. Call 620-624-5216 to schedule your appointment. - Stevens County Commissioners will meet in the Commissioners’ Room at the Stevens County Courthouse at 8:30 a.m. - Garden City Community College Orientation and Assessment Day from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. August 20 - First day of school for Heritage Christian Academy preschool students. - Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce will host their monthly luncheon at 12:00 noon at Memorial Hall. USD 210 Superintendent Mark Crawford will speak. - Liberal Hearing Aid Center will be at 1411 W. Fifteenth in Liberal, offering free hearing tests, free demonstration of new digital technology, free clean and check on any brand of hearing aids. Call 620-624-5216 to schedule your appointment. August 21 - The general public will be permitted to purchase their Hugoton High School home football game parking spaces beginning at 8:00 a.m. Visit the high school office at 215 W. Eleventh to purchase. - Stevens County Healthcare
will host an Alzheimer’s Class “Alzheimer’s: Know the Ten Signs” from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. at Memorial Hall, 200 E. Sixth in Hugoton. Lunch will be provided. Please RSVP to Dawn Maas at 620-544-6192. Jan Evans, Outreach Coordinator for the Alzheimer’s Association of Central and Western Kansas, will speak. - Opening day for Garden City Community College day and evening classes. Enrollment available in advance at the Student and Community Services Center from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call 620276-9627 or visit www.gcccks.edu for more information. August 22 - First day of school for USD 209 Moscow students. - Garden City Chamber of Commerce will host a luncheon with Senator Pat Roberts at noon at the Clarion Inn. Contact the Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce at 620-544-4305 for complete details. - Hugoton Kiwanis will meet at 6:30 p.m. at Ranchito TexMex Cafe. - Camera Club will meet at 7:00 p.m. at the Hugoton Recreation Commission, 211 S. Madison. August 24 - Gas Capital Car Club will host their annual Car Show and Rod Run at Hugoton City Park. Registration starts at 8:00 a.m. Contact Clayton Gerrond at 620-544-6911 or Jim Miller at 620-428-2618 for more information. - Hugoton Sports Boosters will host the Bob Wilson and Kevin Seaman Memorial Tournament at Forewinds Municipal Golf Course. It will be a three person scramble event. Call Brent at 620-5443694 or the golf course at 620-544-8269. Entries may also be mailed to Golf Course % Brent Betsworth, PO Box 149, Hugoton, Ks. 67951 or Kevin Watkins, 1047 S. Monroe, Hugoton, Ks. 67951. August 26 - Hugoton High School pictures at 7:30 a.m. - USD #210 Board of Education will meet at the HMS Li-
In last week’s issue of The Hermes, Kelly Schnable and Karolyn Schroeder were incorrectly identified as winners of the “Friend of 4-H” award. They actually received the “Friend of the Fair” award. We at The Hermes apologize for the error.
brary at 6:30 p.m. August 27 - Hugoton Middle School pictures at 7:30 a.m. - Hugoton Learning Academy will host their Open House at 5:30 p.m. August 29 - Red Cross will host a blood drive at Bethel Friends Church, 400 E. Eleventh in Hugoton from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. September 2 - Labor Day - No school for USD #210 students. September 3 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet in the Commissioners’ Room at the Stevens County Courthouse at 8:30 a.m. September 6 - Deadline to apply for service academy nominations with Senator Jerry Moran. For more information, visit Senator Moran’s Web site at moran.senate.gov or by calling 913-393-0711. September 7 - Garden City Community College will offer the National Rifle Association’s “Women on Target” basic firearms class from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pre-registration is available by contacting team-t@teamt.org or 620-276-9629. September 8 - Grandparents’ Day September 9 - Hugoton City Council will meet at 5:15 p.m. at the City Office. September 10 - Stevens County Economic Development Board will meet at 12:00 noon in the Activity Room of the Senior Center. - Deadline to turn in photos for the Ranchland Trust of Kansas photography contest. Photos must express the mission of RTK: “to preserve Kansas’ ranching heritage and open spaces for future generations through the conservation of working landscapes.” For more information, visit http://www.ranchland trustofkansas.org/2013pho tocontest.aspx or call Mike Beam at 785-273-5115 or email rtk@kla.org.
Stevens County Fire Department and Ambulance Report Stevens County Emergency Services Run Activity July 29 through August 11: Fire Department Hugoton Station July 29, 12:38 p.m. – called one half mile East of Road M and Road 22, Vehicle Fire July 31, 6:06 p.m. – called to 800 Block East Ninth, Motorcycle Accident July 31, 6:10 p.m. – called to Eleventh and Trindle, Motorcycle/Car Accident
Kevin McCay Former Hugoton teacher and principal, Kevin Leon McCay passed from this life Tuesday, August 6, 2013 in El Paso, Tx. at the age of 78.
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WHAT’S HAPPENIN’ Pioneer Manor residents play Bingo at 2:00 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Community members are invited to volunteer or play a game with the residents! 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. CELEBRATE LIFE every Monday night 6:30-8:00 p.m. at Assembly of God, 138 S. Main in Hugoton. Park in the back lot. 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. 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 Pastor Ben Coats at 620-4281487 before 5:30 p.m. Wednesday evenings. Friday nights - Looking for something to do Friday nights? You are invited to come to Faith Community Church at Sixth and Main for food, music and fellowship every Friday evening beginning at 6:00 p.m. For more information, call Eunice Lunceford at 620-649-7644 or 620-428-5296. July 21-September 1 - Stauth Memorial Museum will host “Americans by Choice: The Story of Immigration and Citizenship in Kansas” at their location, 111 N. Aztec in Montezuma. “Immigration and Caricature: Ethnic Images from the Appel Collection” will also be exhibited. August 15 - First day of school for USD 210 Hugoton students. - Fundraiser car wash at Moscow High School parking lot from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Proceeds will benefit MHS foreign exchange students with their upcoming trip to Germany. August 16-18 - Garden City Community College will host a high school Volleyball Camp from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. hosted by GCCC Head Volleyball Coach Harvey Sanders and his staff. For information and registration, call 620-260-7521. August 17 - Garden City Community College will host a concealed carry course for residents interested in a Kansas Concealed Carry handgun permit from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the John Collins Vocational Building. Pre-registration is
Obituaries
August 8, 10:32 p.m. – Road L between Road 16 and Road 17, Motor Vehicle Accident August 10, 12:23 p.m. – Hwy 25 and Road X, Motor Vehicle Accident Fire Department Moscow Station No Activity Ambulance Activity Ten medical runs, three transfers and four motor vehicle accidents.
Born January 2, 1935 in Beaver, Ok., he was the son of Allan S. McCay and the former Dona Marie Brown. Kevin graduated from high school and obtained his Master’s Degree. He became a Hugoton teacher and principal for awhile before moving back to Beaver. Later Mr. McCay was an owner/operator in the trans-
portation industry. September 4, 1954 Kevin and Lavonda Fronk were married in Beaver. Mr. McCay was a member of the Abundant Living Faith Center since 1999. He moved to El Paso in 1999 where he resided until his death. Kevin was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his wife Lavonda of El Paso; son Todd McCay of El Paso; his daughter Rhonda McCay of El Paso; four grandchildren; six great grandchildren; his sister Karen Calhoon of Yukon, Ok.; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were attended Monday morning, August 12, 2013 in the Beaver First Christian Church with Marlin Sparks and Herb Bridgewater officiating. Interment followed in the Pioneer Cemetery under the direction of Alan Clark Funeral Services of Beaver, Oklahoma.
Consumer Alert Contributed by the Kansas Insurance Department ‘Insurance needs’ should be on your students’ college checklist Don’t forget “insurance needs” when checking off items your college students should have to make their year successful, said Sandy Praeger, Commissioner of Insurance. “College students across Kansas soon are heading back to their schools,” Commissioner Praeger said. “But in the rush to get there, students and parents shouldn’t forget to review their insurance coverage needs.” The Commissioner, the Kansas Insurance Department (KID) and the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) have put together the following insurance tips for Kansas college students and parents. Health Insurance Nearly all young adults up to age 26 can now stay on their parents’ health insurance plans because of federal legislation. That provision is not affected by marital status, financial dependency, enrollment in school or location. At school, students should have copies of their insurance cards and know how to seek medical treatment, the Commissioner advises. “If the student is insured through a network of medical providers, check to see if he/she will be in or out of the provider network service area while at school,” Commissioner Praeger said. “That will make a difference in how much you or your student will have to pay for out-ofpocket charges.” Another coverage option is a student health insurance plan purchased through the college, although not all schools offer these limited plans. “In general, these plans have more limited benefits and coverages than traditional health insurance plans,” Commissioner Praeger said. “Many of these policies don’t offer routine examination coverage or cover injuries sustained while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. This might also be true of a parents’ group plan.” Renters Insurance Parents should check with their insurance agents to determine whether their family homeowner’s policies extend
to children away at school. If not, they could consider a renter’s policy for their students. “Many renters mistakenly believe that a landlord’s insurance policy on an apartment will protect them in case of a disaster,” Commissioner Praeger said. “A landlord’s policy doesn’t cover a renter’s personal belongings. Also, make sure to take photos or video of the possessions, and store an inventory list in a secure location.” To print an easy-to-use home inventory checklist and get more tips about disaster preparedness, visit and www.ksinsurance.org click on “Publications” under the Quick Links button at the top right of the home page.” Smart phone users can do an electronic inventory by using the myHOMEScr.APP.book application from the NAIC. Before packing a student’s belongings into a car or rental trailer, make sure to talk with your insurance agent about whether the contents are insured. Ask if your homeowners insurance policy will cover the belongings in the student's car or rental trailer before he/she gets to campus. Auto Insurance If a student is taking a car to school, check with your local agent about the current vehicle insurance policy. Ask about the rates for the college's city and state before deciding whether to keep the student's car on the family's auto policy. Identity Theft “Identity theft insurance is limited. It can’t protect parents or students from becoming victims of identity theft, and it doesn’t cover your direct financial losses,” Commissioner Praeger said. “It does give coverage for the cost of reclaiming you or your student's financial identity such as the costs of making phone calls, making copies, mailing documents, taking time off from work without pay (lost wages) and hiring an attorney.” Parents should check first to see if their homeowner’s policies include identity theft insurance while students are away from home. If a student is renting an apartment, ask if his/her renters insurance covers identity theft, or if that could be added to the policy.
Back to School!
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From the Fanny Kagarice family - Fanny Kagarice, Clint and Dixie Nordyke, Kenneth and Linda Crawford, Stachia Nordyke, Trista Panjwani, Jan, Dettra, Kynna and Kynli Crawford and Chris, Laurie, Brock and Madison Crawford, all of Hugoton. From the Avis Curtis family - Ray Curtis from Billings, Mt.; Roy Curtis of Wichita; Garry, ZoAnn, Cary, Audric and Dominic Roland, Amy and Trenton Davidson from Moscow; Willis and Candace Lampe and Braylee Cash of Pratt. From the Avanell Anderson Gaskill - Avanell Gaskill of Hugoton; Joyce Smith, Julie, Kaden and Cole Younger from Moscow; Hal and Brenda Schechter and Aspen Swisher of Sweetwater, Ok.; Gina and Abby Gast from Lee’s Summit, Mo.; and Patsy Jones of Canyon, Tx. From the Deanie Anderson Hall family - Glen Hall, Dennis, Melonie, Adam and Kara Hall from Sulphur Springs, Tx.; Greg Hall of Rockwall, Tx.; Jon Kristie, T.J., Heather, Mikayla and Keely Hoffman from Wylie, Tx.; Roger and Gloria Hall and Faye Longley of Dodge City; Janell Valdez from Albuquerque, N.M.; Janean, Auriona, Grace, Trevon and Ryle Harris and Jarrod Harris of Topeka; Eddie, Cherie, Skylar, Scarlette and Shiah McLain from Pratt; Bob, Toni, Jennifer, Sarah, Elle and Matthew Easterwood and Jessica and Jordan Teel, all of Rolla; Harry and Marilyn Bartel, Pat and LaDonna Hall and Tony and Linda Hall from Hugoton; and Shalee and Jaxx Woodington of Amarillo. From the Budd Anderson family - Sarah Anderson from Hugoton and Mike and Debbie Buczinski of Hutchinson.
A new pond! You probably won’t catch many fish in this one, as it was formed by the recent rains received in the area. Rainfall amounts
Ruby Reed and her Chihuahua Abigail, share a room at the Pioneer Manor. Ruby and Abigail have been together for six years, ever since Abigail was six weeks old. Every evening Abigail wants to go for a walk, so Ruby takes her out on the sidewalks in front of the Manor. Abigail even enjoys walking on the treadmill with Ruby. Abigail jumps on the treadmill and walks, then when she gets tired, she jumps off. Ruby spends her days doing handwork like embroidery and crocheting afghans. She’s made a throw for all of her kids and grandkids. She has five children, 16 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren and great-greatgrandchildren. She also makes dolls whose skirts are made out of pages from telephone books. So far she has made over 100 dolls. During her life she has always enjoyed cooking, sewing, doing yard work and working in the garden. Ruby was born around Trinidad, Co. 90 years ago and was raised on a farm there. She had three sisters, and they all helped out with the work on the farm. They milked cows and sold the milk, the cream and the butter. They also had chickens and sold eggs. She remembers driving a horse and plow. She met and married John L. Reed who was from eastern Kansas. They became acquainted through her brother-in-law who was a friend of John’s. They married in New Mexico, and had five sons, Lonnie, Clifford, Bill, Earl and Ray. John and Ruby raised their sons on a farm where there was always plenty of work to do. Later, they moved to Tucson, Az., where
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George Hall and Jeff Harris Memorial Tournament brings in large crowd The George Hall and Jeff Harris Memorial Tournament took place Saturday morning. Kristi and John Hoffman took first, Glen Hall and TJ Hoffman won second and third place went to Linda and Tony Hall. The longest drive holes were won by Tony Hall and Adam Findley. Ray Curtis and Dennis Findley won “closest to the pin”. The evening meal was offered at the Memorial Hall. Sixty people attended, followed by swimming at the Hugoton pool. Sunday dinner was enjoyed by 120 diners, representing eight of the original 16. A short program followed the meal featuring a dance, guitar solo, a group singing the cup song and a skit utilizing volunteers from the audience. Those present included the following: From the Owen Anderson family - Ed and Arvella Anderson of Amarillo, Tx.; Kirk Kramer from S. Darmouth, Ma.; Elmer, April and Jeremy Whitson of Amarillo; Vernon and Tina Anderson and Lena Anderson from Hugoton; Dick and Wanda Kramer of Amarillo; Cliff Kramer from Albuquerque, N.M.; and George and Christene Massey of Valley Center. From the Vella Anderson Stoops family - Loren and Vera Lee Zabel from Hugoton and Brent, Erika, Kaylee and Mykenna Shelman of Elkhart. From the Fred Anderson family - Larry and Velda Anderson, Mike, Kristi and Emmerson Anderson, Aaron, Julia, Bain and Barrett, all from Ulysses; Dwayne Anderson of Hugoton; Rick Anderson from Canton; Amanda Anderson, Justin and Cynthia Lockhart of Salina; and Russell, Barbara and Charlotte from Watertown, Wi.
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Continued from page 1 volving someone’s family member. We hope that everyone will remember to designate a sober driver, not just this weekend, but all of the time,” Colonel Ernest E. Garcia, superintendent of the Kansas Highway Patrol, said. “Troopers and other officers will be out in force over the next few weeks, and we hope this contributes to a safer time for all of those utilizing our Kansas roads.” Over the 2012 Labor Day holiday reporting period for the Patrol (KHP stats only), troopers worked four fatal crashes on Kansas’ highways, resulting in four deaths. One of the fatal crashes was alcohol-related. There were four total impaired
driving crashes worked by KHP. The Patrol arrested 39 people for impaired driving. Personnel also assisted 1,193 motorists who needed help on Kansas roads. The reporting period for the Labor Day 2012 weekend ran during a portion of the STEP period, and ran from 6:00 p.m. the Friday prior to the holiday, through midnight the Monday of the holiday. The men and women of the Kansas Highway Patrol hope that everyone has a safe Labor Day holiday weekend. If you need assistance on a Kansas highway, or if you suspect an impaired driver, the Patrol asks that you call *47 (*HP) for KHP dispatch, or *582 (*KTA) if you are on the Turnpike.
Tom Harder, representative of Goulds Pumps, at right, presents BayLee Hoskinson with a $1000 scholarship. BayLee’s grandfather Richard Hoskinson looks on.
BayLee Hoskinson receives $1000 scholarship from Goulds Pumps BayLee Hoskinson was awarded a $1000 scholarship from Goulds Pumps. The representative Tom Harder came by August 7 to deliver the check and to take a photo to use in their quarterly newsletter. BayLee was one of 11 country wide who received this scholarship. Goulds gives out the scholarship to people who are affiliated with their business, like Hoskinson Sales and Services. BayLee was valedictorian of her class in 2013. She is the daughter of Deleta and Jeff Hoskinson. Goulds Pumps Inc. is a U.S. manufacturer of domestic water well and industrial pumps based in Seneca Falls, N.Y. It was founded by Seabury S. Gould in 1848 and is now owned by ITT corporation. In October of 2011, ITT spun off several of its fluid-related businesses to form Xylem Inc. Goulds Fluid Handling.
ranged from three to six inches at various points around the county. All Hugoton residents know is, “Keep it coming!”
they lived for a while. In her later years, Ruby worked at a factory where they made drapes. After she moved to Kansas, she worked as a cook at the Pioneer Manor for five years but became ill and had to quit. When she recovered she did in-home care until she retired. Ruby likes living at Pioneer Manor. She likes the nurses and the aides and gets along well with everyone.
Western Hydro Corp. became a Goulds distributor in May of 1991 and has become Goulds largest North American distributors in the United States. Western Hydro Corp. was founded by Paul and Richard Haderer June 6, 1976, and has 20 locations in the Western United States, to serve the Water Well Professionals.
West Nile Continued from page 1 breeding sites by emptying standing water from flower pots, buckets and barrels. Change the water in pet dishes and replace the water in bird baths weekly. Drill holes in tire swings so water drains out. Keep children's wading pools empty and on their sides when they aren't being used. West Nile virus cases are most common in the late summer and early fall months. In 2012, there were 57 cases of West Nile virus in Kansas, the most cases since the virus first made its way into the state in 2002. In addition to tracking cases of human illnesses caused by West Nile virus, KDHE assesses the potential for West Nile virus by conducting limited mosquito surveillance, including laboratory testing. Birds are not tested for West Nile virus in Kansas and KDHE will not be collecting information about dead birds. If you find a dead bird, KDHE recommends that you wear gloves, place the bird in a plastic bag, and dispose of it in the garbage. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides this web page with additional information about West Nile virus and preventing mosquito bites: www.cdc.gov/fea tures/StopMosquitoes/.
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THANK YOU Thanks to all of the Livestock Bidders at the fair! A Big Thank You to the winning bids on my projects:
Mike Willis Farms, Inc. Market Swine The Hugoton Hermes Poultry THANK YOU Zachary Willis Cloverleaf Cowboys
HUGOTON EAGLES 2013-2014 DISTRICT PARKING SPACES Reserve parking for regular season home games! Sale Dates: Senior Citizens- August 19, 8:00 a.m. General Public - August 21, 8:00 a.m. Come by High School Office, 215 West 11th to purchase. No phone calls please. Only one per family unit.
Cost: $30.00 and can be used at all V/JV/MS home games
Senior Citizen Passes are again available to any district patron over the age of 65. Those can be picked up at anytime in the High School office
Our first home varsity football game is 9-13-13, EAGLES vs Holcomb 7:30 pm.
presents
The 22nd Annual Gas Capital Car & Bike Show & Rod Run
Saturday, August 24 at Hugoton City Park Registration begins at 8 a.m.
Featuring Benny Nix and his ‘29 Model A Roadster
Ruby Reed is holding her Chihuahua Abigail and standing next to one of the dolls she made. The doll’s skirt is made from 5,656 pages that came from one telephone book.
In June of this year, Benny Nix bought his baby, a 1929 Model A Roadster. This Roadster was built the same year as Benny was born. He always wanted a Roadster like this. When people ask him how old he is, he always laughs, “I’m a ‘29 model.” Benny says, “The Roadster is in better shape than I am,” but his wife Jane disagrees. Benny and Jane will celebrate their sixty-
third wedding anniversary this week. He found this antique vehicle in the Auto Trader magazine. The Roadster was located in Alva, Oklahoma. His grandson - in - law Jeremy Kaiser helped him haul it home. The previous owner had owned the car for thirty years. There is no telling how many miles are on that vehicle at this time. Benny plans to enter his special Roadster at the Gas Capital Car Show this year.
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New teachers and staff at USD 210
Misty McSpadden Rita Edmonds
Savannah Thomas
Rita Edmonds is a new high school English language arts teacher at USD 210. Rita graduated from Emporia State University with a degree in Social Studies and English Language Arts. Her parents live near Kansas City, and a sister lives in Oberlin. She has a dog named Zuko, She enjoys reading, spending time with family and friends and baking.
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Savannah Thomas is a new sixth grade writing teacher at Hugoton Elementary School this year. Savannah graduated from University of Kansas with a Bachelor of Science in Education degree. She taught at Bonner Springs and Kansas City. Her parents live in Hugoton and her brother lives in Kansas City. Savannah enjoys reading, traveling, cooking and hunting.
The new high school biology teacher this fall is Misty McSpadden. Misty graduated from Texas Tech University and West Texas A&M with a Bachelor’s Degree. She has eight and a half years’ teaching experience in Texas. Misty’s husband of 14 years is Wes and they have two children. Malori is a seventh grader this year and Jyles is in the fourth grade.
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AGAPE CHURCH OF HUGOTON 409 East Ninth, Hugoton 453-2711 Pastor Bob Rich Sunday – 10:30 a.m.
FAITH COMMUNITY CHURCH 531 S. Main 544-7077 Michael Taylor, Pastor Monday Bible Q & A - 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Book Study- 6:30 p.m. Friday Prayer - 8:00-10:00 p.m. Saturday Bible Study - 6:30 p.m. Sunday Coffee & Fellowship - 10:00 a.m. Sunday Services - 10:30 a.m.
FAITH LUTHERAN Tenth and Adams 544-2092 Christopher M. Fincher, Pastor Morning Worship - 9:00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:30 a.m. Bible Study, Wednesday - 7:30 p.m.
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH
Martes 7:00 PM Jueves 7:00 PM Domingo 3:00 PM 138 S. Main Hugoton Pastores: Martinez 620-544-7096
600 S. Van Buren - 544-2715 Pastor Heath Kelley Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Fellowship - 10:15 - 10:30 a.m. Worship Hour - 10:30 - 12:00 Children's Church, 10:30 a.m. Jr. High Youth Group, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Sr. High Youth Group, 7:45-9:00 p.m. Information on small groups call 544-2715
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Main and Second Street 544-2773 Ben Coats, Pastor Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Service Wed. Night - 7:00 p.m. Celebrate Recovery Every Monday at 7:00 p.m.
BETHEL FRIENDS CHURCH 11th & Jefferson - 544-8517 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Service - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Evening Ministries - 6:30 p.m. (Children, Youth, & Adult)
CHURCH OF CHRIST 1045 S. Van Buren 544-2825 Parsonage 1041 S. Van Buren Wednesday - 7:00 p.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Evening Service - 6:00 p.m.
CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS 520 E. First 544-2125 Sacrament - 9:00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Priesthood - 11:00 a.m.
CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 500 S. Van Buren 544-2493 Pastor Dave Piper Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:45 a.m. Evening Services - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.
COWBOY CHURCH - HUGOTON Second & Fourth Tuesday of every month Stevens County Commercial Building at Fairgrounds 7:00 p.m.
FAITH CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST Tenth and Jefferson Lawrence Johnson, Pastor Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Bible Band (Tuesday) - 6:00 p.m. Home and Forn. Miss. (Friday) - 6:00 p.m. Youth - 6:00 p.m. Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.
801 W. City Limits 544-2652 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship - 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00 p.m. Call 544-2652 for Church Bus
HUGOTON BAPTIST CHURCH Eighth and Main 544-2210 506 East Eighth - 544-2295 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 6:30 p.m.
LIGHTHOUSE FELLOWSHIP 424 S. Jackson 544-4828 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Sunday Church - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday - 7:00 p.m. Pre-Service Prayer - half hour before service
LONE STAR FRIENDS CHURCH 14 Miles East of Hugoton on Highway 51 Church 624-3784 Home 624-3104 Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Contemporary Worship Celebration - 10:45 a.m. Jr. High & Sr. High Youth Group - Sunday 6:30 p.m. Sunday Evening Fellowship - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Adult Study - 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wednesday - 8:00 p.m. Christian Life Club (age 2 - 18) - 6:30 p.m.
PRIMERO BAUTISTA IGLESIA HISPANO Congregación 618 Main sur - Hugoton 620-370-1003 Pastor Marcelino Auila Servicio de la Iglesia 11:00 a.m. - Domingo 7:00 p.m. - Miércoles
SOVEREIGN REDEEMER CHURCH Pastor - Eric Mason 620-544-6386 www.sovereignredeemerchurch.org
ST. HELEN CATHOLIC CHURCH 1011 South Jefferson Street 544-2551 Sunday - 11:00 a.m. English Mass - 1:00 p.m. - Spanish Mass
TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH 516 N.E. Avenue 544-2355 Morning Worship - 9:00 a.m. Fellowship/Refreshments - 10:00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:30 a.m. Rev. Larry Bradford, Interim Pastor 544-9492 or 598-2400 YOU ARE WELCOME!
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 828 S. Main Hugoton 544-8715 Jo Mead, Pastor Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. HugotonUMC.com
MOSCOW MOSCOW BAPTIST CHURCH 598-2455 Church - 598-2400 Home Rev. Larry Bradford, Pastor 1 mile S. of Moscow, 1/2 mile E. of Moscow/Hooker Rd. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 p.m. Team Kids (Wed.) - 3:30-5:00p.m. Sept.-May
MOSCOW UNITED METHODIST 598-2426 Tim McCrary, Pastor 598-2421 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Kid’s Club - Wednesday 3:30 p.m. UMYF Jr. High - 6:00 p.m. UMYF Sr. High - 5:00 p.m.
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A Full Gospel Church 207 East 6th - Hugoton Pam Peachey, Pastor 544-2436 Services Sundays 10:30 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.
EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH
You are invited to come worship with family and friends at Pioneer Manor August 18 Agape Fellowship August 25 Faith Community Church September 1 Hugoton UMC
New to USD 210 this fall is Beth Wilcher. Beth will be a fourth grade teacher at Hugoton Elementary School. Beth graduated from Coastal Carolina University with a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education. She has substitute taught at all Hugoton schools. Beth’s parents, step parents, brother and sister all live in Maryland. She has an adorable puppy named Bentley. Some of her hobbies include shopping, traveling, reading, yard work, walking and fishing. Beth said “I’m so excited to be a part of USD 210. I’m looking forward to a wonderful year!”
202 Monroe St. - Rolla, Ks. 67954 Henry McGuire, Pastor 593-4693 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening, AWANA’s - 6:45 p.m.
ROLLA PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH Corner of Third and Adams, Rolla Marcus Light, Pastor Church - 593-4626, Parsonage - 593-4796 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Worship - 11:00 a.m. Wednesday night meal - 6:00 p.m.
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ROLLA - RICHFIELD 593-4596 or 593-4781 Sandy Ferguson, Pastor Rolla Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Youth Groups - 5:00 p.m. Richfield Morning Worship - 9:15 a.m. Sunday School - 10:30 a.m.
Jennifer Huddler is the new school librarian for Early Childhood Development Center and Primary School in Hugoton. Jennifer attended East Carolina University and Texas Woman’s University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Master in Library Science. She has 12 years teaching and library experience and is married with two children.
Michael Miller Michael Miller has joined the staff at USD 210. He will start teaching strength and conditioning at Hugoton High School and Middle School this fall. Michael graduated from Mid American Nazarene University in 2005 and University of Louisiana at Monroe in 2008. He received his Bachelor of Arts History/Government Education at Mid American and a Masters of Science Exercise Science at University of Louisiana. His previous experience includes collegiate strength and conditioning coach at University of Louisiana at Monroe. Michael is engaged to be married to Kristen Cook December 28, 2013. He enjoys hunting, reading, military history and exercise.
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Jennifer Huddler Beth Wilcher
Melissa Sullivan is joining USD 210 as a Kindergarten teacher at the Early Childhood Development Center in Hugoton. Melissa graduated from Fort Hays State University with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. She taught first grade at Dodge City for two years. Melissa is married to husband Kenny and they have a four month old daughter Elodie. She enjoys spending time with family and reading. She grew up right here in Hugoton.
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Tina Salmans is a new fourth grade teacher at Hugoton Elementary School this fall. Tina graduated from Emporia State University with a degree in Elementary Education. She taught sixth grade in Emporia. Tina’s husband is Greg and they have two children, Olivia five and Blake two. Tina loves spending time with family and playing recreation sports.
New second grade teacher at Hugoton Elementary School is Becky Sohm. Becky graduated from Baylor with a Bachelor of Arts, Emporia State University with a Masters of Science and Education Specialist and OPSU with a Bachelor of Science in Education. She and her husband, Greg, have two daughters, fifth grader Aspen and second grader Carissa. Becky loves reading and traveling.
Lacy Giudicy Lacy Giudicy is a fifth grade teacher joining USD 210 this fall. Lacy graduated from the University of Missouri in St. Louis. Lacy is married and has two children. She enjoys outdoor activities, shopping and travel.
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Kristi Miranda Kristi Miranda joins the Hugoton Elementary school teaching staff this fall. Kristi will be teaching fourth grade. She graduated from the University of South Dakota and Fort Hays State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and English as a Second Language. Kristi has taught fourth/fifth grade ESL, HS ESL and first grade. She is originally from southwest Iowa and her hobbies are reading, fishing, sports, and spending time with family.
Jennifer Burrows is the new HLA Vocational Coordinator at USD 210. Jennifer is a graduate of Washburn and GCCC with degrees in Criminal Justice and Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor. She has spent ten years working with at-risk youth. Jennifer is married to Jason for eleven years and they have three children: two daughters Jayden six and Jaycee two and one son Joshua who is five. Her favorite hobby is photography.
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Heritage Christian Academy welcomes teachers and staff
Kerrie Crawford This will be Kerrie Crawford’s third year at HCA and she will be teaching upper level reading and computers. She is married to Brett Crawford and they have two children, Jackson and Jett. Her hobbies are spending time with her family, going to the movies and reading a good book when she has the time. Kerrie’s favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:13 – “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” She says her favorite food is dessert - and she has a serious sweet tooth! Kerrie says her goals for the coming school year are “to create a fun and motivating learning environment and getting to know the students as individuals.”
Anna Lofgren Anna Lofgren returns to HCA for her third year and will be teaching first grade. Her hobbies include reading, playing tennis, walking/running and watching movies, most recently though, she says she has picked up painting ceramics and also enjoys making scrapbook cards for others. Her favorite Bible verse is Psalm 64:10 – “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” Of her favorite foods she says there are so many she enjoys, she cannot pick out a favorite. Anna says of her goal for the next school year: “This year my focus is to become more like Christ by being an example of putting Jesus first, others second, and yourself last and through this be the best teacher I can be for my students in leading them in their God given abilities to be the best they can be in whatever they do whether it be in academics or life.”
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Pam Hamlin Pamela Hamlin begins her sixth year of teaching this year, though she adds, “I have taught five and a half years technically.” She and husband Chad have three children, Mitchell, McKenna and Mikyn. She enjoys reading, cooking and sports. She says most of her time and interests are centered around her children and their sporting events; sometimes coaching the team and sometimes cheering from the stands. She is also a Kansas Jayhawk basketball fan (Rock Chalk!) and enjoys attending Colorado Rockies baseball games. Her favorite Bible verses are 1 Corinthians 9:24-25 and Colossians 3:23 and her favorite food is chipotle burritos. Her goals for this school year she says are inspired by Proverbs 24:14 – “Know also that wisdom is sweet to your soul; if you find it, there is a future hope for you, and your hope will not be cut off.” “My goal is for my classroom to be a place that encourages young children to enjoy the learning process with the use of songs, movement and hands on activities. This year’s Kindergarten class includes more than just reading and math. They will also continue their Bible studies and learn the ABC Bible verses, “travel” the world in Social Studies and Explore God’s World in Science! This Kindergarten class has an exclusive backstage pass to learning and fun!”
Emily Johnson Bethany Haar Emily Johnson has been on staff at HCA for several years but this will be her first teaching pre-school and prekindergarten. She has previously taught art for five years, spent a half year with sixth grade and has aided with Kindergarten one year. She is married to Matthew Johnson and they have three children, Weston, Wyatt and Lilly Jo. Mrs. Johnson says she absolutely loves to garden. “I see God when I put a seed into the earth and with a little water, sunshine and love, am gifted by picking a harvest, or enjoying a flower. I love all animals, and I absolutely love children. Children have so much to teach us, with their simple and blind faith,” she adds. Emily has several favorite Bible verses, including Romans 12:9 and Mark 10:14 which reads “Let the children come, for to them belongs the kingdom of Heaven.” Her favorite food is Little Ceasar’s Crazy Bread which she “absolutely love[s].” About her goal for the coming school year, she says, “I hope to push these kids’ brains to absorb as much as possible, not only academically, but about Jesus and the precious gift he has given us, forgiveness, repentance and eternal life. I want to instill in my students that they are powerfully, uniquely, and wonderfully made. It pleased God to create them, and he has work for them to do. We will be busy at work in my classroom, becoming a family together, playing, laughing, learning, and growing in the Lord. I am so privileged for the chance to spend my days bringing up a new generation of tiny Christians.”
Jaclyn Yowell Jaclyn Yowell begins her third year with HCA teaching second and third grades. Her hobbies include music, which she is passionate about and she loves to sing. She also loves to read. Her favorite Bible verse is Hebrews 10:36 (NLT) – “Patient endurance is what you need now, so that you will continue to do God’s will. Then you will receive all that he has promised.” Her favorite food is her Grandma Lola’s chicken and rice which she says is “pretty great”. Of her goal for the coming year she says, “I really hope to see the kids grow not just academically, but socially as well. I don’t just want to see them be great kids; I would like to see them grow to become outstanding adults. C.S. Lewis said, ‘The task of the modern educator is not to cut down jungles, but to irrigate deserts.’ ”
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Christina Tower Christina Tower will be starting her second year at HCA teaching fourth and sixth grade language arts and social studies. When asked about her hobbies and interests, she said, “I am a woman of many loves. I love dancing, singing, acting, playing with children ages 0-100, writing (especially poetry), having deep and silly conversations, helping people learn, reading children’s books, and laughing with friends.” Her favorite Bible verse is Isaiah 41:9-10 and her favorite food is chicken fettuccine alfredo. She says of her goal for this school year, “Going into my second year, I will apply the organizational and classroom management strategies that I picked up this past year. I hope to incorporate a few more hands on activities, building more into the curriculum every year. I also hope to have more time to invest in community building. I’m new to Hugoton, and miss being surrounded by friends I consider family.”
Bethany Haar joins HCA staff this year teaching art to first graders. She is married to Eric and they have one child, daughter Emmy, 18 months old. Her hobbies include doing anything creative (ceramics, drawing, crafting, scrapbooking), reading, writing, but mostly, she says, she just loves spending time with her family and friends. Bethany’s favorite Bible verse is Colossians 3:23 – “Whatever you do work at it with all your heart as if working for the Lord, not men.” Her favorite foods are Baked Sweet and Sour Chicken and Fried Rice She says her goals, for the coming school year, are “to help my students tap into their creative talents and glorify God with their imaginations.”
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Carol Piper returns to HCA for her ninth year and will be teaching fourth through sixth grade math and robotics. She is married to Dave and they have eight children and ten grandchildren. Her hobbies and interests include cooking, traveling and playing with their grandchildren. Her favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:8 and she loves seafood, especially lobster. “I’m working on making my lessons even more interactive than they have been to totally engage my students in the learning process,” she says. “I want them to know Christ more fully, and to be patient with themselves and others.”
Holly Allen begins her first term at HCA and will be teaching physical education. She is married to Ty Allen and they have two children, Dax and Tripp. Holly’s hobbies are hanging out with her boys, Bible study, running, exercise, playing volleyball, gardening and scrapbooking. Her favorite Bible verse is John 15:5 and she says she loves all food! Her goals for the coming school year are “to encourage healthy living by eating right and exercise, as well as be a positive role model for the kids at HCA and teaching the importance of sportsmanship — all while having FUN!!”
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Located within Stevens County Hospital 1006 S. Jackson Hugoton, KS 67951 Misty Martin, Principal Misty Martin has been the principal at HCA since last school year. She is married to Ryan and they have five children, Daniel 21, Mikayla 11, Chloe nine, Lilly six and Zoe is four. She loves to travel with her family and also enjoys spending time in the mountains. One of her favorite things to do is spend time cooking and trying new recipes with her girls. Misty’s favorite Bible verse is Romans 8:28 – “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” She says she loves to try new foods any chance she gets. Indian food is her favorite to eat out, but at home her favorite is when her husband grills steaks. Of her goal for the coming school year, she says, “This year I am so excited about what God has in store for Heritage Christian Academy. HCA is blessed to have teachers, staff and families who love what they do each day and prayerfully consider what God has for each and every student to learn each day. This year you will have to stop by and see all of the creativity that has been taking place this summer and that the teachers and I are eager to share with the students.”
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Canal Street’s water level is pretty impressive after the “flooding” Wednesday evening.
AG fines two companies for violating Kansas no-call act
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Residents in the 600 block of Jefferson are definitely grateful for their slightly elevated lawns when a downpour struck Hugoton last week.
Two out-of-state companies have been fined a total of more than $100,000 for violating the Kansas No-Call Act, Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt announced recently. “A great many Kansas citizens have chosen privacy when it comes to telephone solicitors,” Schmidt said. “We take seriously violations of the No-Call Act and we vigorously enforce the law against those who ignore it.” Bene-Fit Health Products Inc. of Kingsland, Ga., was ordered to pay the state $81,500 in penalties and fees for violations of the No-Call Act. The Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division began investigating the company after receiving complaints in August and September 2012 the company had solicited Kansans by telephone, marketing health seminars and wellness products. Some of the Kansas consumers who were called were on the National DoNot-Call list. Vacations Digest, LLC, of Orlando, Fl., was ordered to pay the state $21,500 in penalties and fees for violations of the NoCall Act. The Attorney General’s Office determined the company called Kansas consumers listed on the National Do-Not-Call list offering to assist consumers in selling or renting their unused
timeshares. The Kansas Attorney General's office is responsible for enforcing the Kansas No-Call Act. This act prohibits most businesses from calling consumers registered on the do-not-call list to sell a product or service. Organizations soliciting charitable donations, calls concerning political candidates or issues, or other calls unrelated to the sale of property or services do not fall within the scope of the Kansas No-Call Act. Kansans who wish to register for the national Do-Not-Call list can call 1-888-382-1222 or visit www.donotcall.gov.
Emergency Management Coordinator Rodney Kelling would like to remind kids - and their parents - walking and playing in the canal is fun but very dangerous.
The intersection of Third Street and Northwest Avenue definitely lent some credence to the National Weather Service’s “flash flood”
warning texts and emails received by many in the area Wednesday evening.
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If you or someone you know is experiencing memory loss or behavioral changes, it’s time to learn the facts. Early detection of Alzheimer’s disease gives you a chance to begin drug therapy, enroll in clinical studies, and plan for the future. This interactive workshop features video clips fo people with Alzheimer’s disease.
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Date:
August 21, 2013
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Lunch will be provided Please RSVP to Dawn Maas @ 620-544-6192 Guest Speaker: Jan Evans is the Outreach Coordinator for the Alzheimer’s Association of Central and Western Kansas. She works with the general public to provide support for those facing the disease and to expand the awareness of Alzheimer’s disease A workshop presented by the Alzheimer’s Association. Alz.org/10Signs 800.272.3900
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or text), whether they want hourly or daily notifications, which data parameters they are interested in and the threshold for those parameters. Users can set the system to alert them when conditions are above a value, below a value and outside of a range. “Our priority is to help keep Kansans safe and this resource is a great way for everyone to stay informed of the dangers around them and be more aware of their surroundings,” said Major General Lee Tafanelli, director of the Kansas Division of Emergency Management and adjutant general. “We encourage everyone in Kansas to take a minute to sign up for this valuable information.” There are many examples of potential users for this service such as: • Local county emergency
managers may be interested in setting up alerts when thresholds are exceeded, such as in the case of a flood. In addition to WaterAlert, you can also find real time reservoir release information at the following U.S. Army Corps of Engineers websites: • Tulsa District, www.swt.usace.army.mil/ • Kansas City District, www.nwk.usace.army.mil/Lo cations/WaterManagement.a spx. For more information about this resource or for assistance in subscribing to the service, contact the USGS Kansas Water Science Center, gs-w-ks_info@usgs.gov, Kansas Division of Emergency Management at 785274-1409, or the Kansas Water Office, kwoinfo@kwo.ks.gov.
Historic landscape survey initiative announced The Kansas Historical Society announced it is seeking information about historic landscapes across Kansas for survey. The Historical Society encourages the public to participate in submitting favorite sites, which will be added to its online database, Kansas Historic Resources Inventory, kshs.org/khri. The project, in partnership with the local chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects, the Prairie Gateway Chapter (PGASLA), will intensely document select landscapes for the Historic American Landscapes Survey (HALS), a collaboration of the ASLA, the National Parks Service, and the Library of Congress. The survey seeks landscapes the National Park Service defines as “consciously designed and laid out by a master gardener, landscape architect, architect or horticul-
turalist to a design principle, or an owner or other amateur using a recognized style or tradition in response or reaction to a recognized style or tradition.” Examples of these types of landscapes include Topeka’s Gage Park, Antelope Lake Park, Kansas State University’s Manhattan campus, and Lawrence’s Oak Hill Cemetery. Suggested sites do not need to be listed in the National Register or state register for consideration. Recommendations should be sent by October 11, 2013, to Amanda Loughlin, 785-272-8681, ext. 226; email to survey@kshs.org or go to kshs.org/p/buildingsurvey/14669 for more information. The Kansas Historical Society is a state agency that operates the Kansas Museum of History, State Archives, Kansas Capitol Tour Center, and 16 state historic sites. For more information, visit kshs.org.
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K-State to offer new program for caregivers in Hugoton
Russell Lake, east of Hugoton, is overflowing because of all the rain Hugoton has received
Wildlife will enjoy the extra water that fills Russell Lake due to all the welcome rain. A long time has passed since there has been this
Overflow from Russell Lake can be seen in the distance. Outdoorsmen and kids love to go out
these past weeks. The rain runoff of the streets of the city has filled this lake.
much water in this recreational lake. Do you think there are any fish in there?
to the lake to explore and the recent rains will provide some new adventures.
Kansas Wildscape Foundation challenges kids to get outdoors For a lot of youngsters, summer can mean unlimited video games, all-day snacking, and 24/7 air conditioning – it’s a time to sit back, relax, and do a whole lot of nothing. In an effort to buck the status quo and redefine area youths’ perceptions of
what summer should be like, the Kansas Wildscape Foundation is hosting the 2013 Kansas WildLifer Challenge Program. This program is designed to get youth active, outdoors, and engaged in all the wonderful outdoor fun that Kansas has to offer – no
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At some time in their life, most people will either be a caregiver - or in need of a caregiver. According to a survey, “Caregiving in the U.S. 2009,” 65 million Americans are currently fulfilling the role of unpaid caregivers for children and adults, said Deb Sellers, K-State Research and Extension specialist on adult development and aging. The estimated value for services provided by unpaid family caregivers in the U.S. is $450 billion annually, said Sellers, who expects the numbers to rise as the population ages. The estimate is from a 2011 update: “Valuing the Invaluable: The Growing Contributions and Costs of Caregiving.” Sellers noted the majority of caregivers are women in their mid-to-late 40s. The likely recipient of their care also is female, about 60 years of age and with age-related illnesses, Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Caregiving also is required for children with special needs, children and adults with disabilities, and in some cases, military service members. Needs vary, said Sellers, who noted caregivers of veterans may have specific challenges and unique needs. A recent survey of caregivers caring for younger veterans included mental illness such as depression, post-traumatic stress, and traumatic brain injury as the most common health conditions. With about 64 percent of today’s caregivers also employed outside the home, Sellers expressed concern about stress associated with caregiving and meeting the needs of others without sacrificing the caregiver’s health and well-being. That’s why she is providing the leadership for bringing a new program, “Powerful Tools for Caregivers,” to Kansas. The series of six how-to sessions was inspired by Kate Lorig, director of the Stanford Patient Education Research Center and professor of medicine in the Stanford School of Medicine. Lorig developed the Chronic Disease SelfManagement program teaching people with chronic illnesses self-help skills. Sellers, along with K-State Research and Extension family and consumer sciences agents, Megan Ferrell, Harper County; Nancy Pihl, Marion County; Christine McPheter, Meade County, and Kathy Lupfer-Nielsen, Post Rock Extension District (serving Lincoln, Osborne, Jewell and Mitchell counties) and Joan Kahl, extension associate based in Manhattan, attended training sessions in Omaha, Ne., to make the sixweek series available in Kansas. Topics for upcoming sessions include “Taking Care of You”; “Four Steps in Identifying – and Reducing Stress”; “Communicating Feelings, Needs and Concerns”; “Communicating Effectively in Challenging Situations”; “Learning from Emotions”; and “Mastering Caregiving Decisions.” There is no charge to attend, but registration is required to ensure program materials for each participant. For registration and more information, call 620544-4359 or stop by the KState Research and Extension Stevens County office, 114 East Fifth Street in Hugoton. Weekly sessions also will be offered at Pioneer Manor in Hugoton. September 5October 17 (except for September 19), facilitated by Christine McPheter and Kathy Lupfer-Nielsen. “The goal is to introduce the program in Kansas communities and adjust delivery to best serve the needs of our
population,” said Sellers, who noted that pending the response, the newly-trained leaders will undergo additional training in order to expand the effort statewide. Additional resources for families and caregivers including information about assistive technologies; home modifications; advance directives; traumatic brain in-
juries; managing chronic illnesses through the Kansans Optimizing Health Program, and the Texas A&M Agrilife Extension program, “Master of Memory,” is available at KState Research and Extension offices throughout the state and online: www.aging.ksu.edu.
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ROLLA NEWS By Mary Courtney
Morgan Robson and her dad take part in team roping at the Morton County Rodeo. The
father/daughter team placed fourth in the competition.
Robson team places fourth at Morton County Rodeo
The Cimarron River is running again after all the rain and flooding upriver in the last few weeks. This is a sight that is seldom seen in southwest Kansas.
Morgan Robson roped with her dad Dave at the Morton County Rodeo. Though she shot out of the chute a wee
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bit early, the team placed fourth in the competition. Morgan has been successful in junior high rodeos through
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the spring and summer and asked her dad to tag along for the team roping.
Howe finishes quilt in the nick of time for a big win Katy Howe finished her quilt at 12:30 a.m. the night/morning before it was to be entered in the Morton County Fair. It was a good thing she finished it, as she earned the Grand Champion prize in quilting for her efforts. It is called the Swedish Door. Some of Katy’s ancestors are from Sweden, so it will make a beautiful heirloom for her to pass on.
Southwest Kansans are experiencing sights not seen in a decade! Dry land milo is growing and forming heads.
Corn is growing tall and the sprinklers are getting plenty of help from Mother Nature to produce great ears. Pastures
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are turning green, the grasslands are healthy, and the Cimarron is running. Life is good.
quilting at the Morton County Fair last week.
Quilts needed for exhibit at Stauth Museum for reading The Hermes Official Newspaper of Stevens County
The Stauth Memorial Museum is looking for quilts to display in their upcoming quilt exhibition starting September 8, 2013 and will be displayed through November 24, 2013. They would like to
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feature at least 20 quilts from Kansas to be displayed at the same time as the traveling quilt exhibit, “America Celebrates! Quilts of Joy and Remembrance”, curated by Judith Trager. It is an exhibition of 58 art quilts from American fiber artists representing holidays, cultural, and personal celebrations. They are a bright and colorful look at cultural mores and how Americans see themselves through traditions. This traveling exhibit is touring through Smith Kramer Fine Arts Service. The museum would like these quilts to include a large variety of traditional and nontraditional patterns crafted by quilters from Kansas. If your quilt was made in celebration of a holiday or special event or in remembrance of family or friends, they would be a great addition to this exhibit! If you have a quilt you would be inFor Results You Can Measure!
terested in exhibiting, please call 620-846-2527, email at stauthm@ucom.net or come by the Stauth Memorial Museum as soon as possible. Reservations will be accepted on a first-to-notify basis! The deadline to notify the museum you have a quilt is Wednesday, August 28, 2013. For more information contact 620-846-2527. Business hours for the Stauth Memorial Museum, 111 N Aztec, Montezuma are Tuesday Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 to 4:30 p.m., and Sunday 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. The Museum is closed Mondays and during major holidays. Admission is free, but donations are greatly appreciated. Check out their Web site for information about this and other exciting events at the Stauth Memorial Museum at www.stauthmemor ialmuseum.org.
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Class of 93 hosts twentieth year reunion
The Hugoton High School senior class officers of 1993 hosted their classmates at their twentieth class reunion during the Fourth of July celebration in Hugoton. Pictured on the back row, left to right, are President Lanny Bradford, Mike Persinger, Chad McCune, Lance Cornelsen, Jason Kiley and Jody Hadley. Middle row includes Sharlie Moser Hansen, Brice Martin, Scott Schechter, Robert Yarbrough, Mike McClure, Brian Mason, Mindy
Casebeer Cornelsen and Hileri Miller Snider. In front are Stephanie Burrows White, Treasurer Heather Higgins Love, Ginny Ray Pearson, Vice President Tricia Edelman Luedke, Secretary Sonia Haehn Merz and Keena Hittle McIntyre. Attending but not pictured are Becky Arrington Elliott, Karensa Riley, Luke Grubbs, Paige Yoder Rawlings and Anna Hawkins Roth. Class picture submitted by Brice Martin.
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Pam Peachey brings this model of the Titanic to the Museum for display. Her deceased husband Keith loved ships, but especially the Titanic. Below, Pam shows a Titanic poster from her husband’s collection. Museum hours are Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to noon and 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. They are also open Saturdays 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
The Hugoton High School senior class officers of 1993 hosted their classmates at their twentieth class reunion during the Fourth of July celebration in Hugoton. Classmates attending were President Lanny Bradford, Mike Persinger, Chad McCune, Lance Cornelsen, Jason Kiley, Jody Hadley, Sharlie Moser Hansen, Brice Martin, Scott Schechter, Robert Yarbrough, Mike McClure, Brian Mason, Mindy Casebeer Cornelsen, Hileri Miller Snider, Stephanie Burrows White, Treasurer
Good Monday morning! It is really a very nice morning and there might be a chance for some rain this week. Wouldn’t that be nice? Maybe if we keep getting some rain the Cimarron River might just keep on rolling along. It was fun just to see some water coming down the river. This week is our regular board meeting. We had sewing all day Saturday and then Saturday evening we had a dance. Cottonwood played for us. There weren’t very many here but we had a good time anyway. Loretta has been on vacation. Nelda Brady has been filling in for her. Thanks, Nelda. It seems like we always need good substitute help. Have a great week. Menu Aug. 15.............Chicken Breast
Aug. 16...........................Chili & .....................Cinnamon Roll Aug. 19 .....Oven Fried Chicken Aug. 20 .........Baked Potato Bar Aug. 21 .........Smothered Steak Aug. 22..........Polish Sausage & .....................................Kraut Activities Schedule Thursday, August 15 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Bridge......................................... Friday, August 16 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Bingo........................12:30 p.m. Saturday, August 17 Cards .........................6:00 p.m. Monday, August 19 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Line Dance.................7:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 20 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Wednesday, August 21 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Paint...........................1:00 p.m. Thursday, August 22 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Bridge.........................................
@YourYOUR LIBRARY Information Source for 99 Years 500 Monroe Hugoton, Ks. 67951-2639 Phone: 620.544.2301 • Fax: 620.544.2322 Email: svcolib@pld.com
Yandel has experienced 500 books in the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library. You are halfway there Yandel! Great job! Photo courtesy of Stacey Strickland.
SUMMER READING PROGRAMS THE FINAL DAY TO PICK UP SUMMER READING AWARDS AND PRIZES IS AUGUST 30! CIRCLE TIME SIGNUP Preschool storytime registrations are now available! Circle Time will begin September 4! NEW COPIER CHARGES Our new patron copier now has a vend station attached. This means that patrons will pay in advance for copies made. The vend station accepts coins and bills. The library does not carry extra change for the machine. Both regular and legal sized copies will be 25 cents, while 11 x 17 sheets will cost 40 cents. CHANGES AT THE LIBRARY The library will be making some changes in the next few weeks – we will be adding more electrical outlets throughout the library for patrons in need of charging stations for their computers, handheld devices and e-readers. We hope that the additional outlets will eliminate the need for cords strung around corners and across doorways! Unfortunately, this will involve a concrete saw and lots of noise. Following the installation of the outlets, we will be recarpeting the entire library. We have hired a shelf mover that will be able to shift most of our shelves without empty-
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Heather Higgins Love, Ginny Ray Pearson, Vice President Tricia Edelman Luedke, Secretary Sonia Haehn Merz, Keena Hittle McIntyre, Becky Arrington Elliott, Karensa Riley, Luke Grubbs, Paige Yoder Rawlings and Anna Hawkins Roth. Classmates and their families enjoyed activities in the park, lots of talking and reminiscing, a hot dog cookout, and a catered barbeque dinner during their time to-
gether. Also fully enjoyed was a tour of the new school projects in Hugoton. Highlighted were HMS and HHS, designed and directed by architect Robert Love of Wichita, husband of classmate Heather Higgins Love. Robert was introduced by classmate Scott Schechter of USD 210. The states represented by the Class of '93 were Arizona, Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Virginia, Colorado, North Dakota and Minnesota.
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School starts August 22
MOSCOW NEWS by Sara Cross
The new school year is fast approaching. School will start Thursday, August 22 with football and volleyball practices starting Monday, August 19. More details to come regarding practice times!! I don't know about you guys but I am ready for hoodies, hot chocolate and some Moscow Wildcats football!!
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Her specialty is the reconstruction of lost landscapes and environments as well as research into cultures and peoples whose voices do not often appear in standard histories. "Oral histories from residents of a small Clay County town in the 1960s tell how ethnic railroad work crews had figured in community history,” said Morgan. “In some cases, resentment flared; but more common was social interaction and curiosity. For instance, when Bohemian rail crews worked in Riley County, the Rock Island Line shipped in three foot long bread loaves and ‘dumped them’ into wheelbarrows to transport." This program is part of the Stauth Museum’s educational programming held in conjunction with two traveling exhibits that explore immigration into Kansas and the United States. Most Kansans can trace their heritage to another part of the world. Some came in search of a better life for themselves or their children - many came to join families or friends. Between 1865 and 1880,
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tory. This exhibit is touring through the Michigan State University Museum. Both exhibits will only be displayed through Sunday, September 1, 2013. “Ethnic Labor and Small Towns on the Rock Island Rail Line” is part of the Kansas Humanities Council’s The Way We Worked Speakers Bureau, featuring presentations and discussions examining the theme of work and working in Kansas and how these stories help define Kansans. The Kansas Humanities Council conducts and supports community-based programs, serves as a financial resource through an active grant-making program, and encourages Kansans to engage in the civic and cultural life of their communities. For more information about KHC programs contact the Kansas Humanities Council at 785357-0359 or visit online at www.kansashumanities.org. For more information about the two immigration traveling exhibits or “Ethnic Labor and Small Towns on the Rock Island Rail Line” in Montezuma contact the Stauth Memorial Museum at 620-846-2527 or visit www.stauthmemorialmu seum.org. Museum hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 to 4:30 p.m., and Sunday 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. They are closed Mondays and all major holidays. Admission is free, but donations are gratefully accepted to help pay for these two important and incredible exhibits!
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History From The Hermes Compiled by Ruthie Winget Thursday, August 21, 2008 Kristyn Campbell, daughter of Chris and Maretta Campbell, competed in the National American Miss Pageant in Wichita. She qualified there to participate in the National Competition in California. The Brecheisen children recently competed and won various honors at the Suffolk Sheep Division of the Ozark Empire Fair in Springfield, Mo. Among their prizes were Grand Champion, Reserve Grand Champion and Premier Exhibitors. Thursday, August 21, 2003 The Moscow Senior Center sponsored a bus trip to New Mexico. The bus driver was ZoAnn Roland and Wayne Comer set the trip itinerary. Fourteen people enjoyed the fun filled trip. Thursday, August 19, 1993 Mendy Leonard, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gene Leonard sent her first newsletter from Sweden. She is an International Foreign Youth Exchange Student and will spend the summer in Sweden. Thursday, August 25, 1988 The long awaited premiere of the film “Dark Before Dawn” will take place in Hugoton, the scene of the filming of two thirds of the picture. Jeff Cox has been involved with the film from the writing phase all through the production phase. Thursday, August 18, 1983 The election to determine if a five mill levy should be approved to finance the 148 miles of blacktop roads in the county took place Tuesday.
The old grade school building shown above on east Sixth Street is being torn down this week. The old building has not been used in two years and is being torn down to give work to those who need it. In 1923, the new brick high school building was built on west Eleventh Street and the grade school moved into the brick building west of the old grade school. Taken from the July 27, 1924 issue of the Hugoton Hermes Newspaper. Votes about the mill levy tallied 162 “for” and 372 “against” the new mill levy. Thursday, August 16, 1973 Leonard Bryan was injured when he fell eighteen feet or more from the top of a boxcar at Parker Grain Company. He was apparently trying to pry open a boxcar door and lost his balance. He landed on his right heel. Injuries included crushed bones in his right heel and two broken vertebrae in his back. Bryan is employed as the elevator foreman for Parker Grain Company. Thursday August 22, 1963 Larry K. Harris has been installed as the new postmaster of Moscow, replacing Nina Slemp. Hugoton Jaycees began a safety program by demonstrating and selling seat belts
PUBLIC NOTICE
(First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, August 15, 2013)
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The following is a listing of the 2012 unpaid Real Estate taxes due the Stevens County Treasurer as of August 9, 2013. A $16.00 advertising fee per parcel and interest at the rate of 6% will be added to the tax amount shown. If the taxes remain unpaid as of September 3, 2013, 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 2012 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. Connie Gold, Stevens County Treasurer
at the Stevens County Fair. Installation is included in the price. Friday, August 18, 1933 An ad in the newspaper states, “Standard Red Crown Gasoline - An entirely new superfuel at the price of regular - five gallons for 77¢ tax paid.” Friday, August 17, 1923 S.C. Thomas, Sheriff of Stevens County, gave this warning. “I will arrest any and every man or driver of cars who drives through the streets of Hugoton faster than 12 miles per hour. Also anyone driving a car without headlights after night.” If any readers have pictures for the history page of the Hermes, please bring them in to Ruthie Winget at The Hugoton Hermes.
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SOCIAL SECURITY NEWS By Bea Eisenbarth, Social Security Acting Operations Supervisor in Dodge City Allow Social Security’s Lighthouse to guide you into a smooth retirement August 7 was National Lighthouse Day. The day honors and commemorates lighthouses, which for centuries have served as beacons of light to guide ships safely through dark and uncertain waters. August 21 is National Senior Citizen Day, which recognizes the contributions senior citizens make in communities across the nation. Social Security offers a bright beacon of light for seniors and younger captains who navigate the waters of retirement planning. In fact, we have a few lighthouses that can illuminate the way to a happy retirement. Lighthouse One: The Retirement Estimator is an easy way to get an instant, personalized estimate of your future Social Security benefits. Just enter some basic information and the Estimator will use information on your Social Security record, along with what you input, to give you a benefit estimate on the spot. You also can experiment with different scenarios, such as changing your future earnings and retirement date. Check it out in English at www.socialsecurity.gov/esti mator or in Spanish at www.se gurosocial.gov/calculador. Lighthouse Two: my Social Security is an online account that allows you quick access to your personal Social Security information. During your working years, once you create your online account, you can use my Social Security to view your Social Security Statement to check your earnings record and see estimates of the future re-
tirement, disability, and survivor benefits you and your family may receive. If you already receive Social Security benefits, you can sign into your account to view, save, and print your benefit verification letter, check your benefit payment information, and when necessary, change your address and phone number in our records. You also can start or change your direct deposit information. Check it out at www.socialse curity.gov/myaccount. Lighthouse Three: The online Benefit Application is the most convenient way to apply for Social Security retirement and spouse’s benefits. You can apply from the comfort of your home — it’s fast, easy, and secure. It’s so easy, in fact, it can take you as little as 15 minutes to apply online. In most cases, once your application is submitted electronically, you’re done. There are no forms to sign and usually no documentation is required. Social Secu-
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HERMES CLASSIFIEDS Deadline for all classified advertising is MONDAY at 5:00 p.m. All Garage, Yard and/or Moving Sale Ads MUST Be Pre-Paid.
1) Classified ad rate is $.20 per word per insertion. The weekly minimum is $3.35. 2) Classified display advertising rate is $5.00 per column inch. 3) All cards of thanks are charged at the display rate. 4) All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968, which makes it illegal to advertise "any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, children, or national origin or an intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination." This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis.
HELP WANTED HELP WANTED: Antler’s Bar & Grill Moscow, Ks. now hiring Cook, Prep, Waitress, Bartender. Great pay, will work around other schedules, fast paced fun environment. Stop by Antler’s on Highway 56 in Moscow and apply today! (1c33)
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HELP WANTED: Southwest Family Steakhouse now has an open position. Candidate will function as a weekday lunch hostess and part time evening waitress. Apply in person at 508 S. Main or call 620-544-7066 for an application. (tfc33) --------------HELP WANTED: IMC Global Inc. is offering a position of Payment Clerk and Office Assistance where you can earn extra income at your flexible schedule plus benefits that takes only little of your time. Requirements: Must have access to the internet; Must be efficient and dedicated; Send your resumes to: hrimcglobalinckbates@gmail.com. This great opportunity is limited. (3p33) --------------HELP WANTED: Barb’s Den Private Club is looking for Bartenders, Waitress and Cleaning Personnel. Must be hard working, self-motivated and willing to work whenever needed. Can make excellent tips if you work hard. Call 620-544-2272 from 12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m. Ask for Barb. (1p33) ---------------
TRUCK DRIVER WITH CURRENT CDL Benefits Included ~ Home Every Night
Please inquire at 428-5180 or 544-8889
Premier Alfalfa, Inc.
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TRUCK DRIVERS WANTED Full-time and part-time (PT primarily weekends) relief drivers for 212 Logistics. Transport wet distiller grains for a company that believes in providing excellent customer service and treating employees right. Local trips. CDL and minimum 2 years’ experience required; DOT clearance and acceptable MVR history-- no DUIs. Drug screen and background check.
Garden City: 620-805-2255 Liberal: 620-391-3456 EOE
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TAKING APPLICATIONS for Day & Evening Shifts
Please apply in person at 1025 S. Trindle, Hugoton
PACIFIC A G Now Hiring Seasonal Harvest Operators Experience preferred but not required.
WANTED: Top Assistant that’s Self-Motivated. Duties include looking after 16 pivots & irrigation wells, planting, strip tilling and spraying on mostly no-till farming operation, plus all other farm related work. Housing & health insurance provided. Job availability as soon as possible. 18 miles north of Liberal. References required. Call Dean Bird at 620-629-5567 or the office at 620-563-6112. Send resumes to: PO Box 279, Plains, KS 67869 or email to ryan@clawsonoffice.com.
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212 Logistics is an innovative, growing, transport company with locations in Garden City / Liberal and Levelland, TX. VPO is a new position designed to assist the President in designing operational controls, administrative and reporting procedures, and people systems to effectively grow the organization and to ensure financial strength and operating efficiency. Ideal candidate will have operational experience in an executive-level position at a smaller organization, or a director-level position with a larger organization. Email resume to anita@peoplemattergroup.com. EOE
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tion a winning combina Sunflower is now hiring for Rubart Station, a new state-of-the-art, natural gas-fired electric generating station located 13 miles east of Ulysses, KS.
Pay DOE Call (620)544-8522
HELP WANTED: Part Time Scale Operators
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United Prairie Ag, LLC, is taking applications for PartTime scale operators. Must be willing to work weekends as needed. Interested persons should apply in person at 509 NW Avenue in Hugoton. United Prairie Ag is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug free workplace
LICENSED ADMINISTRATOR NEEDED FOR PIONEER MANOR NURSING HOME Stevens County Healthcare is searching for a Licensed Administrator for our Long Term Care Unit (Pioneer Manor Nursing Home). Join our team oriented environment in a small hometown community located in southwest Kansas. Interested candidates must have five to ten years of long term care administration experience. Our new facility was built based on the Household model with four households, one being a Special Care Unit. The facility can hold up to 83 residents and our staff has been trained to utilize culture change. We are proud to offer competitive wages and an excellent benefits package including BC/BS Health Insurance, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance and Retirement.
Interested candidates please respond to: Human Resources Department Stevens County Healthcare PO Box 10 Hugoton, Ks. 67951 Fax: 620-544-4401
Engine/Operator Technician An exciting opportunity to be a part of a new electric generating facility. Operate, maintain, and repair reciprocating engines and other generation station equipment. Assist in the diagnosis and repair of mechanical, electrical, instrument and control equipment. Sunflower provides an excellent benefit package, competitive salary, and leadership programs For job description, benefits, and application, go to www.sunflower.net and click on “Careers”
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PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, August 8, 2013) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CARROLL J. LAKIN, deceased (Petition Pursuant to K.S.A. Chapter 59) Case No. 13 PR 25 NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION TO ADMIT FOREIGN WILL TO PROBATE AND RECORD STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that Janice Carroll Parenteau and Anna Lou Sousa, Co-Executors of the will and estate of Carroll J. Lakin, deceased, have filed a petition in the above Court, together with an authenticated (exemplified) copy of the Last Will and Testament of Carroll J. Lakin, deceased, dated February 27, 2008, and the proceedings admitting the same to probate in the Circuit Court of the State of Oregon for Douglas County, Case No. 12CV1574PB. The Petition alleges, among other things, that the decedent was the owner at the time of her death of certain real estate situated in Stevens and Morton Counties, Kansas, as more fully described in the Petition filed in this proceeding. Petitioners pray the Court for an order admitting the authenticated (exemplified) copy of the decedent’s will and the proceedings had in the Cir-
cuit Court of the State of Oregon for Douglas County, Case No. 12CV1574PB, to probate and record in the District Court of Stevens County, Kansas, and for an order determining and adjudging that administration of the estate within the State of Kansas is unnecessary and should not be required; that the real estate referred to in the Petition to Admit Foreign Will to Probate and Record, and all other real estate or interests therein, including mineral interests, and all personal property, or interests therein, owned by the decedent, Carroll J. Lakin, within the State of Kansas at the time of her death, be assigned to the persons entitled thereto, pursuant to the terms of the decedent’s will, and for further relief. You are required to file your written defenses to the Petition on or before September 3, 2013, at 10:30 a.m. of said day, in said Court, in the district courtroom at the county courthouse, in Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the Petition. Janice Carroll Parenteau and Anna Lou Sousa Co-Petitioners, Co-Executors KRAMER, NORDLING & NORDLING, LLC 209 East Sixth Street Hugoton, Kansas 67951 Telephone: (620) 544-4333 Attorneys for Co-Petitioners p
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CURRENT OPENINGS AT STEVENS COUNTY HOSPITAL, MEDICAL CLINIC AND PIONEER MANOR NURSING HOME Stevens County Healthcare is searching for a highly motivated PRN Respiratory Therapist to work Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 8 am - noon. Interested candidates must have a Kansas Respiratory License to apply for this position. We offer a friendly working environment and competitive wages. Please contact Human Resources for more information at 620-544-8511. Stevens County Hospital’s Retail Pharmacy is searching for a Fulltime Bookkeeper/PRN (as needed) Pharmacy Tech to work Monday through Friday 9 am - 5:30 pm, as well possibly PRN Saturdays from 9 am - noon. On the job training will be offered for this position. We offer an excellent benefits package and competitive wages. Stevens County Hospital’s Long Term Care Unit is currently searching for a Full-time CNA to work the night shift at Pioneer Manor from 6 pm - 6 am. All interested candidates must have or be eligible for a Kansas CNA License. We offer a great benefit package and an incentive for CNA experience. Stevens County Hospital’s Long Term Care Unit is currently searching for a CNA to work the evening shift at Pioneer Manor from 6 - 9 pm. All interested candidates must have or be eligible for a Kansas CNA License. We offer a great benefit package and an incentive for CNA experience. Stevens County Healthcare is searching for Full-time RNs and LPNs to work at Pioneer Manor Nursing Home. These positions are for the night shift (6 pm - 6 am). Interested candidates must be certified with a Kansas license to be eligible for these positions. Stevens County Healthcare is searching for Full-time, Part-time and PRN RNs or LPNs to work on the Med/Surg floor. These positions are for night shift (7 pm-7 am). All candidates must have a Kansas RN/LPN licensure to be eligible. We are also searching for PRN CNAs to work as needed. All candidates must have a Kansas CNA license to be eligible. We offer outstanding benefits, competitive wages, sign on bonus of $2000 with one year contract for FT RNs/LPNs; $1000 with one year contract for PT RNs/LPNs; and mileage reimbursement to RNs or LPNs that live 15 miles or more outside of Stevens County.
Please contact Robyn Medina in Human Resources 620-544-8511 with any questions. Applications can be picked up at the Information Desk located by the Medical Clinic.
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HELP WANTED HELP WANTED Staffing’s Crying! We can’t fill all requests! Work when and where you want! We offer health insurance and the highest total compensation available! All shifts available for RNs, LPNs, CMAs and CNAs. If you strive for quality and professionalism, give us a call! We’re waiting for you!
877-530-7262 or visit www.qsnurses.com.
UNDER Member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS AND KANSAS ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS
112 S. Main • 620-356-5808 • Ulysses www.faulknerrealestate.com Se Habla Espanol-356-5808
TRANSPORT & BOBTAIL DRIVERS WANTED
for very progressive, family-oriented company. Benefit package includes uniforms, health insurance, paid vacation and sick leave. Competitive pay based on experience. Clean CDL required. Applicant must pass physical, drug screen and back exam.
Apply in person at: Lathem Water Service Hwy 25 S, Ulysses, KS Or call 620-356-3422
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104 Sid Avenue- Ranch, 4 bed/2 bath, new windows, nice wood floors, appliances, att garage, basement, cen H/A, fence. Call today to see this home!!
SOLD
928 S. Jackson - Frame, 2 bed/2 b., lg family rm, basement, cen H/A. Call for details!
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711 East 5th Avenue- Beautiful ranch style, 3 bed/2 bath, Open Floor plan, Oak cabinets, finished bsmt, att garage,cen H/A. Much more... Call for your showing.
No experience needed - we will train you! Located in Hugoton
Call 866-840-2066
Sunday,
1410 South Main
902 S. Harrison - Move in ready!!! 2 bed/1 b, beautiful kitchen, wood floors and carpet, deck, paved patio, fence, cen H/A!! Great starter home!! Call for appt!!
1035 S Van Buren-Nice 2 bed/1 b, cen H/A, att garage, circle drive, sprinkler, fence, storage shed. A Must See!!
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201 6th Ave, Rolla Dallas Bressler (owner)
3 Bedrooms, 2-Car Garage, Large Shop, Travel Trailer Cement Pad for Hookups, Full Basement, Approximately 6 Acres. Please call David Light at 544-9763.
915 S. Jackson - 2 Bed/2 bath, partial bsmt, 45 x 24 Morton bldg, fence, cent H/A. Call for showing!!
David Light 620-544-9763 Fax: 620-356-5462 Office: 620-356-5808 faulkner@pld.com www.FaulknerRealEstate.com
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D SOL 600 S. Jefferson - Price Reduced!! 3 bed/2 bath, cen H/A, fence, 30 x 40 building. Call for details!!
HOME FOR SALE
WANTED
314 West 4th-Complete remodel w/updated kitchen, 2 bed/1 bath, central H/A, carport, fence...corner lot. A must see!!!
Feature Of The Week
WANTED: Old comic books that originally cost 10¢ to 12¢ each new. Good cash buyer. Call Tim at 303-517-9875. (3p33) --------------WANT TO PURCHASE: Minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557, Denver, Co. 80201. (150p49-12)
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SUPPORT GROUPS
Shirley Roberts Human Resources 1125 W. Oklahoma Ulysses, Ks. 67880 shirleyr@unitedpag.com
1111 S Jefferson- 3 bed/1 b, cen H/A, fence, carport, storage bldg. Call for details!! Mark Faulkner-Broker Karen Yoder - Associate/Broker Residential & Commercial Specialist
Karen Yoder- 544-4161 or Cellphone 544-3730 Chance Yoder - Salesperson Agricultural Land Residential & Commercial Specialist
Chance Yoder- Cellphone 544-1907
Karen Yoder
Chance Yoder
“Call Us For All Your Real Estate Needs”
FOR SALE BY OWNER 3325 sq ft 5 bed/3 bath 2 living rooms Master suite upstairs
Help Wanted: Part Time Elevator Personnel United Prairie Ag, LLC is seeking part-time elevator personnel at our Hugoton and Moscow locations. Candidates must be able to work flexible hours, weekends and evenings. Employment is subject to successful completion of drug screening.
Interested persons should apply in person at 509 NW Ave. in Hugoton or 300 N. Road 20 in Moscow
1003 S. Adams
Car port Det. garage in back Fenced yard
Call 620-544-3201
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HOME FOR SALE BY OWNER
200 N. Jackson
United Prairie Ag is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug free workplace
1 car attached garage, 24x24 detached garage, sprinkler system, backyard privacy fence
1244 Sq. Ft.; 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath; Large utility room, full finished basement, central heat/air, fireplace, water softener & RO system
Call 580-554-4284 or 620-842-7103
FOR SALE
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FOR SALE: Pinto beans for sale, 209 S. Main, 25 pounds and 50 pounds. (2p32)
FIREWOOD FOR SALE
Oak, Piñon, Mesquite, Pecan & More Delivery & stacking available Call DJ @ 620-430-1273 Days 620-428-6127 Evenings (tfc)
FOR RENT FOR RENT: House for rent in Hugoton. Call 620-544-2653. (1c33)
--------------FOR RENT: 2 bedroom trailer, uptown. Call 620-544-8202 and 620-428-5033. (2c33) FOR RENT: 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments. Furnished or unfurnished. Bills included, washer and dryer, and cable. Call 544-2232. (tfc)
Handicap Accessible Apartment
Sunflower Plaza
Eileen Gregg, Broker
2:00-4:00 p.m
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United Prairie Ag, LLC, is taking applications for PartTime Harvest scale help. Must be willing to work weekends as needed. Interested persons should apply in person at the United Prairie Ag locations listed below:
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HELP WANTED: Part Time Harvest Scale Help
Now see these and other SW. Kansas properties at www.hugotonhomes.com
905 S Jefferson- Ranch style, 4 bed/3 bath, 2 fpl, att garage, cen H/A, large lot.
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8 Officers Needed Officers $9-$11 per hour Lead Officers $11-$13 per hour
(620) 624-1212
1155 Road 25, Rolla - Beautiful Brick, 4 bed/3 bath, att garage, horse barn, equip shop, detach garage, feeding facility, all on 160 acres. Call today for your private showing!!
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IMPERIAL SECURITY
LAND FOR SALE: 80 acres of dryland south of Woods. Call 785-761-3981. (3c31) --------------FOR SALE: Crushed concrete. $15/ton FOB Liberal Airport. Call Sporer Land Development, Inc. Oakley, (2c33) Ks. 785-672-2434.
17957 Road B, - Liberal - Owner Financing is Available - Abandoned communication tower on 4.6 acres located 5 miles north of highway 51 on Marteney Road. Remove the tower and have a nice Residential home site right on a blacktop road.
307 N. Kansas, Suite 101 Liberal, KS 67901
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Mike Britton Highway 56 Satanta, Ks. 67870
NEW LISTING
Gas company pays up to 20,000 KW of electric usage per year. 848 Road G. - This all electric 2 story home with 5 bedrooms comes with 6 acres of land and 2 new heating and air conditioning systems. Additional acreage available. Call today!
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IMC Global Inc. is offering a position of Payment Clerk and Office Assistance where you can earn extra income at your flexible schedule plus benefits that takes only little of your time. Requirements • Must have access to the internet • Must be efficient and dedicated Send your resumes to: hrimcglobalinckbates@gmail.com This great opportunity is limited. (1c32)
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• Must be 62 or disabled to qualify • Rent based on adjusted income • All electric appliances • Coin-operated laundry facilities RE!! • NO yard work AND MO
1 Senior Apartment For information, Also Available call Plaza Office Call Selia Crawford at 544-2182 544-4011 (tfc6) If no answer, leave message
SERVICES OFFERED HOPPER?? GENIE?? We have BOTH!! Call us for monthly prices and comparisons. Information, Upgrades, Full service, all from your LOCAL Retailer! Jay D’s Satellite 800-9529634. www.jaydsatellite.com. (12c22) ---------------
PREGNANT? NEED HELP? Call Birthright of Garden City, 620-276-3605 or Birthline of Liberal, 1404 N. Western, 620-626-6763. (tfc3)
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS will help you if you sincerely want to stop drinking. Call 544-8633. (tfc1) ---------------
Celebrate L i fe
Project Hope
7:00 ~ 8:00 p.m. Mondays Assembly of God, 138 S. Main
Open Tues & Thurs 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.
(park in back lot)
1030 S. Main
An Encouragement Group
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AL-Anon Family Group Men & Women of alcoholic family & friends meet at 1405 Cemetery Rd. Mon. & Thurs. 8 pm 544-2610 or 544-2854 kansas-al-anon.org (tfc)
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Pioneer Manor Family Support Group
3rd Tuesdays - 1:00 p.m. 3rd Thursdays - 5:15 p.m. Chapel at Pioneer Manor
UPCOMING AUCTION LARGE ANTIQUE AUCTION Saturday, August 24, 9:00 a.m. City Hall, Elkhart, Ks. Lots of Antiques and Collectables, Indian Artifacts, Gold & Silver Coins, Antique Furniture, Primitives.
Auctioneer: Jim Cunningham, 620-360-0249. See web: www.kscbnews.net for list.
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BUSINESS and PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY OD’s SHOP Small Engine Repair Your Snapper Dealer
620-428-6063 113 S Main, Hugoton (tfc)
GARAGE SALES TWO FAMILY GARAGE SALE: 525 Jayhawk Friday, August 16, 5:00 p.m. and Saturday, August 17, 8:00 a.m., TV, Clothing, Household Items, Too Much To List! --------------GARAGE SALE: Saturday, August 17, 7:00 a.m., 109 W . Eighth in Alley, Lots of Miscellaneous --------------GARAGE SALE: Saturday, August 17, 8:00 a.m., 101 Liniger Just Northeast of the Post Office in Moscow, 1998 Lincoln Town Car, Antique Iron Wheels, Railroad Cart, Belt Buckles, Knives, 3 Burner Kerosene Stove, 2 Burner Kerosene Stove, Ice Cream Freezers, Garden Bench, Ice Tongs, Rug Beaters, Lamps, Clocks --------------GARAGE SALE: Saturday, August 17, 8:00 a.m., 807 S. Harrison, Kids’ and Adults’ Clothes and More --------------GARAGE SALE: Saturday, August 17, 8:00 a.m., 113 S. Van Buren, Lots of Baby Girl’s and Baby Boy’s Items and Much Much More -------------YARD SALE: Saturday, August 17, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., 112 S. Wilson --------------
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(620)544-7777 UPERIOR 510 E. 3rd OLUTIONS Hugoton
HOME REPAIR & LAWN CARE
Alan D. Higgins, Owner
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(620)428-6518 1182 Road Q • Hugoton (tfc12)
620-544-1517
Handy Haulers
Lawn Mowing/Odd Jobs
Kelly Mace
910 Van Buren 544-4403 or 453-9098 26p12
FDT ELECTRIC
THIS SPACE FOR RENT Call 620-544-4321 or email hermesma@pld.com today!
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Frankie Thomas, owner Licensed & Insured Over 30 years’ experience in Residential & Commercial Wiring
544-5915 or 544-7776
Great Deals ~ Easy Financing ~ Quality Service Office: (620)544-7800 531 S. Jackson Hugoton, Ks. 67951 (tfc6)
See YOUR ad here!
LAWN PRO Will Schnittker
600 E. 11th
IN STOCK *Carpet *Tile *Laminate *Vinyl
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Call 620-544-4321 today to see YOUR business here!
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Get the skinny on skinny houses
A new computor has been installed in an air conditioned box in the Directory Building at the Hugoton Cemetery. It was installed May 14, 2012.
The Hugoton Cemetery has been modernized by the addition of a computer which can be
programmed to tell the location of any grave site in the cemetery.
Hugoton Cemetery directory goes digital Now it will be easier to find the grave you are looking for at the Hugoton Cemetery. In the directory building, a computer can now be found. This computer was installed May 14, 2012. It is in an airconditioned box to protect it from the elements.
The prompts on the computer tell the customer how to put in a name and it finds the location of the gravesite that is being sought. The directory computer also offers methods of installing a photo, an obituary or a video onto the page of
the loved one. The directory was updated this past Memorial Day. Jerry Longhofer is the sexton at the Hugoton Cemetery.
The thinnest house in New York City, a city known for high real estate costs and compact dwellings, is located in the West Village neighborhood of Manhattan. Now known as the Millay House, a name honoring its one-time resident, the poet Edna St. Vincent Millay, the house was built in 1873 and is a mere 9.5 feet wide. It is sandwiched into a space that once served as a carriage alley. While Millay House certainly is compact, a home in Warsaw, Poland, is only four feet wide and, at its thinnest, is only 29.3 inches. The residence, called the Keret House, was built in a crack between two buildings. The entrance is in the rear of the home and features an entry hatch and a foldable, remote control-operated ladder. From Metro Editorial Services. 12 9
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Hugoton Recreation Commission
Tumbling Class Sign-ups start Monday, August 19 at the Recreation Building. Classes will start Sunday, September 8. • Classes will be 8 Sundays • Ages 3 - High School (must be 3 by Sept. 1) • Times available during sign-ups • Cost - $25 per month Deadline to sign up is September 5.
The Directory Building at Hugoton Cemetery houses a computer telling the location of any gravesite in the cemetery, making it convenient to find a particular grave.
Any additionals questions please call Karessa at (620-835-3061).