August 23, 2012

Volume 125, Number 34

Thursday, August 23, 2012

14 Pages, 70 Cents Plus Tax Per Copy

Kansas Dairy Ingredients breaks ground for new plant Kansas Dairy Ingredients conducted their groundbreaking ceremony Thursday, August 16, 2012. A large crowd turned out, including Governor Brownback, Senator Steve Morris and many other city and county officials.

The new milk processing plant will employ sixty people when complete.

The construction of the plant will create 150 temporary jobs. When it is complete, it will process one million pounds of milk daily the first year.

The second year, they plan to expand to allow for production of cheese and other dry milk ingredients. At that time, it will process 2.5 million pounds of milk daily.

Kansas Dairy Ingredients officials stated the first phase of the plant is scheduled to be in operation by January 15, 2013.

Kansas Governor Brownback informed the crowd Kansas has been shipping 80% of the dairy milk out of state. Now the milk can be processed right here in Kansas.

The governor also commented Senator Steve Morris is a fabulous public servant as well as Senate President. He has worked tirelessly for the

Governor Sam Brownbeck state of Kansas for a long period of time. Brownback congratulated Morris for his great service to this area and the state of Kansas. He said politically differences do exist between himself and Morris but that does not detract from Morris’s record.

Stevens County Economic Development DiNeal Gillespie rector introduced the speakers.

First speaker was Bill Dunn Jr., of J.E. Dunn Construction out of Topeka. He stated they look forward to hiring local people and using local businesses.

Second speaker was Tim Gomez, Chief Operating Officer of Kansas Dairy Ingredients. He stated they appreciate the community being so sup-

portive and helpful for their project.

Neal commented that for every dairy cow that is being milked, it adds $9,000 per year to the local economy. If MasCow Dairy milks 3,000 cows, it is adding $27 million per year to the local economy. He then introduced Brian Hemann, owner of MasCow Dairy.

Brian began by thanking everyone who was involved in this project. He stated, “This is a great day for the dairy industry!”

Mayor Jack Rowden began by officially welcoming Kansas Dairy Ingredients into the community. Any business that comes here and spends $20 million and provides 60 new jobs certainly is very welcome.

He expressed his appreciation for Governor

Senator Steve Morris

State and local officials gather in Hugoton The new milk processing plant will employ with their golden shovels for the groundbreak- sixty people when it is complete hopefully by ing ceremony of Kansas Dairy Ingredients. January 15, 2013.

Brownback for coming to is to have the gas and oil forever and therefore is a Hugoton to witness the base which really helps depletable asset.

He groundbreaking of the their evaluation. It pays stated they took the iniKansas Dairy Ingredients for a lot of projects that tiative to develop this new project. He also thanked the county needs to get industrial park to comKansas Senate President done. However, the com- pensate if the oil and gas missioners realize the oil is depleted. Hopefully this Steve Morris as well.

Mayor Rowden stated and gas will not be here is just the beginning.

Dave remarked they this project would not wanted to thank Neal have happened if the Gillespie for all his work Stevens County Commisin bringing this business sioners had not had the to Hugoton. forethought to buy this Neal introduced land, getting it developed Kansas Senate President and having it ready for Steve Morris, informing something like this to the crowd Morris had come along. He thanked farmed this same parcel them for being so progresof land the Kansas Dairy sive in their actions.

Ingredients will be on for Stevens County Comthe past twenty years. missioner Chairman Dave Bozone mentioned how Continued to page 3 Tim Gomez, COO fortunate Stevens County

Gas Capital Car Show is Saturday

WSU’s Shocker poses with First Lady Mary Brownback, Hugoton’s Rylee Fann and Gov-

ernor Brownback. Rylee was among the top twenty readers of Read Kansas Read.

Rylee Fann is among top twenty readers of Kansas The top readers of the Read Kansas Read summer reading program and their families joined Governor Sam Brownback and First Lady Mary Brownback for a picnic and celebration catered by Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers at Cedar Crest Saturday.

Read Kansas Read is a summer reading program launched last May by Governor Brownback, the Kansas State Board of Education and the State Library of Kansas. Students across Kansas spent the summer recording the books they read on their reading logs. August 1 more than 400 readers turned in their reading logs that listed more than 10,000 books read during

the two month period.

Two K-12 students from each of the ten State Board of Education districts who read the most number of books were invited to join the Governor and First Lady for the picnic.

“What a great summer of reading we had in Kansas. The reading logs we received were all very impressive, and the First Lady and I want to congratulate all the students who took part—as well as the parents, teachers and librarians who encouraged them to take part in our first summer reading program,” Governor Brownback said. “Read Kansas Read was designed to be a fun way to help children bridge the gap between

classroom learning in the spring and the fall. Even though not everyone could win, developing the habit to read over the summer will yield rewards for you for the rest of your life – and help you prepare for school this fall.”

Among the top 20 readers was Rylee Fann, daughter of Richard and Kerrinne Fann of Hugoton.

In addition to celebrating the kids’ summer reading success, the Governor and First Lady presented a $500 grant to Weir Public Library on behalf of the Kansas Book Festival. The Weir Public Library was selected from the dozens of libraries that participated in the Read Kansas Read program.

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The Gas Capital Car Club is gearing up for their Twenty-first Annual Gas Capital Car, Bike Show and Rod Run. “21 Years with just the right spice...Continental Kits and Fuzzy Red Dice!!” The big show will take place Saturday, August 25, at the Hugoton City Park with registration beginning at 8:00 a.m. Be sure to bring your special pride and joy to be registered.

The show will feature hot rods, classic, custom and antique automobiles, along with pickups and motorcycles of every kind. Five $100 cash prizes will be awarded this year.

Also at the car show will be the Guardians of the Ribbon, Oklahoma Panhandle Chapter. The chapter is a local non-profit group dedicated to supporting women and raising awareness in the area. They support all types of cancer

relief efforts and focus on women as a whole in whatever type of cancer they battle. They use pink to represent the color of women and paint their fire trucks and police units pink to serve as a memorial for those who have lost their battle against the disease, and as an inspiration to those still fighting.

At 1:00 p.m. a poker run is scheduled with poker hands available at a price.

Saturday afternoon the awards program will begin at 4:00 p.m. The 50/50 Pot winner, Longest Distance, Mayor’s Choice, Club Choice, Wayne’s World, Best Orphan and Best Bike are some of the prizes to be awarded this year. The top ten winners will be announced Saturday afternoon. These winners are selected by car show participants only. Following the top ten will be the Best in Show and Best Bike.

The Main Street cruising and hanging out will start at 4:30 p.m. This will be a parade throughout Hugoton and will give townspeople a chance to glimpse many of the “beauts” competing in the car show. The registered participant and sponsor hamburger fry will begin at 5:00 p.m.

Proceeds from the 2012 show will be donated to Shriners Hospitals for Children, Stevens County Ministerial Alliance and Project Hope. The Gas Capital Car Club’s half of the 50/50 pot will go to Relay for Life.

For more information call Ralph Rodgers at 620544-4797 after 6:00 p.m.

The Gas Capital Car Show and Rod Run is presented by Gas Capital Car Club of Hugoton.

Everyone is invited to come out and enjoy all the fun Saturday, August 25 at the Hugoton City Park.

“Bucks for Buckles” comes to Kansas Thousands of vehicles will be traveling the Kansas roadways during the Labor Day weekend.

Many families will head out on one last camping trip or getaway as the school year begins. Safe Kids Kansas, State Farm and the Kansas Department of Transportation, or KDOT, want to encourage families to buckle up and drive safely to protect their most valuable asset, their

families.

This year, August 26 through September 8, a safety belt awareness campaign called “Bucks for Buckles” will take place in 56 cities across Kansas.

One dollar bills are being distributed by local volunteers to drivers who have all occupants buckled up securely in their vehicle.

Those riding unrestrained will receive educational materials about the effec-

tiveness of seat belts and child safety seats in saving lives and reducing injuries.

“No one can predict when they will be involved in a motor vehicle crash, yet almost all of us will be involved in an automobile crash in our lifetime. Last year, 382 people lost their lives on Kansas roadways and 50 percent of them Continued to page 3

The Hugoton Hermes

Thursday, August 23, 2012

Resident suggests culverts in case of rain Dear Editor, Lin A few years back the county filled in the city pond spillway on Cemetery Rd. In years past, water has come over that spillway a foot deep and 40 feet wide and still had water backed up all the way to the east side of Washington. If we were to get that kind of rain again it would

put water in my garage at 315 Lincoln and in my neighbor’s basements, both on the North and South side of the canal. If you don’t want a spillway then perhaps there could be ten or 12 24-inch culverts installed where the spillway used to be.

Lin Goode

Goode

HUGOTON POLICE REPORT Business Hours, Call 544-4959 After Hours, Call 544-2020 Monday, August 13, 2012 • Non Injury Accident, Sixth and Main, Took Report, Officer Lamatsch • Vehicle Unlock, 500 Block of West Eighth, Citizen Assist, Officer Lamastch • Motorist Assist, 300 Block of West First, Public Service, Officer Lamastch • Skunk, 300 Block of East Sixth, Set Skunk Trap, Officer Hagman • Barking Dog, 400 Block of South Jefferson, Officer Hagman • Fire Alarm, 100 Block of West Eleventh, Notified Key Holder, Officer Hagman Tuesday, August 14, 2012 • Vehicle Unlock, 500 Block of South Jackson, Citizen Assist, Officer Lamatsch Wednesday, August 15, 2012 • Medical Assist, 100 Block of West Seventh, Public Assist, Officer Crane • Kids Shooting Airsoft Guns, 1200 Block of South Adams, Gave Kids a Warning, Officer Crane • Assault, 700 Block of East Eleventh, Took Report, Officer Crane • Civil Standby, 500 Block of South Monroe, Public Service, Officer Crane Thursday, August 16, 2012 • Welfare Check, 400 Block of West

City Limits, Officer Crane • Dog at Large, 200 Block of South Van Buren, Officer Crane • Kids Shooting BB Guns, 500 Block of French, Unable to Locate, Sergeant Johnson Friday, August 17, 2012 • Non Injury Accident, Fifth and Jackson, Took Report, Officer Lamatsch • Child Home Alone, 300 Block of South Monroe, Took Report, Officer Hagman • Subjects Being Loud, Alley at 1000 Block of Jackson, Advised to Keep the Noise Down, Officer Hagman Saturday, August 18, 2012 • Medical Assist, 1000 Block of South Jackson, Public Service, Officer Lamatsch • Power Line Down, Alley Behind 500 Block of French, Notified the City, Officer Lamatsch • Subject Throwing Fireworks, 300 Block of South Monroe, Talked to Subject, Officer Hagman Sunday, August 19, 2012 • Fire Assist, 1200 Block of South Madison, Public Service, Officer Lamatsch • Vehicle Unlock, 500 Block of South Main, Citizen Assist, Officer Lamatsch • Citizen Assist, 400 Block of South Jefferson, Public Service, Officer Hagman

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Kansas Common Sense

By Senator Jerry Moran http://moran.senate.gov

Continuing drought in Kansas Despite a few showers in parts of the state, each of the 105 counties in Kansas remain locked in a destructive drought.

While this may be the worst drought since 1956, we are not experiencing a dust bowl. Credit must be given to farmers and ranchers who have adopted new land and livestock management techniques focused on conservation and preventing wind and water erosion.

Unfortunately, the conservation programs included in the 2008 Farm Bill will expire next month, bringing more uncertainty to producers. In addition, several livestock disaster programs have already expired leaving ranchers vulnerable.

Consistent farm policy is vital for drought recovery, continued conservation work, and maintaining an affordable food supply for Americans. Agriculture producers shouldn’t have to keep guessing – it is too important to their families, their industry, and consumers around the globe. Read more of my thoughts on the drought and Congress’ delayed response in an op-ed I wrote for CNBC by visiting http://www. cnbc.com/id/48667593/.

For those who did receive rain this week, it was a welcome reminder of how rain feels, smells and sounds. Search “When It Rains We Hope It Pours” on YouTube.com to watch a video from that rainfall. We need much more rain and in more parts of the state before any problems are solved.

Now Accepting 2012 Service Academy Applications As summer ends and a new school year begins, I want to remind students of the opportunity to apply to a United States Service Academy. Appointing Kansans to the U.S. Military Academy in West Point, New York; the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, New York, is one of my favorite duties as a Member of Congress.

To find out the requirements and apply, please download an application from my Web site (http://moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/academy-nominations) or contact my Olathe office. All application materials are due to my Olathe office by October 1, 2012. After applications have been reviewed, applicants will be notified of interviews with my Service Academy Selection Board, which will take place Saturday, November 17, 2012 at the Eisenhower Presidential Library in Abilene.

Obituaries Gerald D. “Jerry” “Slim” Anderson Gerald D. “Jerry”, or “Slim” Anderson, passed from this life Wednesday, August 15, 2012, at Bob Wilson Memorial Hospital in Ulysses. He was 62.

Jerry was born September 9, 1949, in Ulysses, the son of James Harold and the former Libby Marie Thornton.

Jerry was a graduate of Ulysses High School and attended Hutchinson Junior College. He returned home to work in the family businesses and later became an owner of Anderson Motor Company and Anderson Automotive (NAPA) before retiring in 2007. Jerry married Sonia Alvarez in January 2003. He served on the City Council, Grant County Economic Development Corporation and was a former Rotarian.

Jerry was interested in and restored a Cushman Scooter, was a race car fan and owned a car that was raced in Dodge City by Merle Tully. He also enjoyed watching NASCAR, had a private pilot’s license, and enjoyed

Willard S. Link The death of Willard S. Link has been learned. He passed from this life Thursday, August 16, 2012, at Morton County Care Center in Elkhart. He was 84.

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’ 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. *** Enrollment began August 20 at Rolla Community Learning Center, 9:00 a.m. Enrollment is accepted all year long.

For more information, visit 204 Van Buren in Rolla or call 620-492-1788.*** August 15-25 - Hugoton Recreation fall sports sign-ups - including soccer, volleyball and football at the Hugoton Recreation Commission, 211 S. Madison.

No phone registrations. ***Schedule Change*** August 23 - First day of school for USD #210 students. (The school calendar is incorrect.)

- First day of school for USD #209 students.

- The Sunflower Unit of the Kansas Association of Retired School Personnel will host a noon luncheon honoring recent school retirees at the Garden Valley Family Center, 1701 North Third, Garden City. A short program follows the meal. School retirees from the following counties are in-

Stevens County Fire Department and Ambulance Report Stevens County Emergency Services Run Activity August 13th through August 19th: Fire Department Hugoton Station Sunday, August 19 - 1:49 p.m. called to a Structure Fire at 1202 S Madison.

Fire Department Moscow Station Sunday, August 19 - 1:49 p.m. called to a Structure Fire at 1202 S Madison.

Ambulance Activity Three medical runs.

One fire standby.

Reminder – Stevens County is currently under a burn ban.

vited: Finney, Grant, Greeley, Haskell, Hamilton, Kearney, Lane, Morton, Scott, Seward, Stanton, Stevens and Wichita.

- Southwest Research and Extension Center will host Fall Field Day 2012. The Center is located at 4500 E. Mary in Garden City, and the event will begin at 8:00 a.m. The program begins at 9:00 a.m.

August 23-25 - Overcoming in Life Women’s Conference at Victory Center Church, Fifth and Quinn in Guymon, Ok. For more information or to register, call 580338-5616, visit victorycenter.org online or write Victory Center, PO Box 128, Guymon, Ok. 73942.

August 24 - Annual Red & Blue scrimmages for Eagle volleyball and football. The HMS Lady Eagles will scrimmage at 4:00 p.m., with the HHS Lady Eagle squad beginning at 5:00 p.m.

Football will begin at 6:00 p.m. for HMS and at 7:00 p.m. for HHS Eagles. Cross country team members will have their Red & Blue time trials starting at 4:15 p.m. Fans can donate sports drinks in lieu of admission.

August 25 - Farmer’s Market behind State Farm, 617 S. Main, 8:30 to 11:00 a.m.

- Twenty-first annual Gas Capital Car Show and Rod Run at the Hugoton City Park.

For more information, contact Ralph Rodgers at 620-5444797.

August 26 - Pastor Harry Cross, of the Hugoton United Methodist Church, will speak at Pioneer Manor at 3:00 p.m.

August 27 - USD #210 Board of Education will meet at 6:30 p.m.

- Southwest Friends of the Arts will host auditions for the November performance of “Love Thy Neighbor” at 7:30 p.m. at 305 S. Jackson in Hugoton. Call 544-2038 for more information.

August 28 - Glenda Hopkins, Veterans Service Representative, will be at the Stevens County Library from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. She can assist veterans and their dependents in applying for benefits from the Veterans Ad-

ministration. To make an appointment, please call 620544-3102 or visit her office at 116 E. Chestnut in Garden City.

- Stevens County Corn Plot Tour at 6:00 p.m., two and a half miles west of Hugoton on Highway 56. Please RSVP by calling the Stevens County Extension Office at 620-5444359.

August 28 - October 14 - Stauth Memorial Museum in Montezuma will host “New Quilts from an Old Favorite: Orange Peel.” It will feature winners from the National Quilt Museum’s international contest. Twenty other Kansas quilts will also be exhibited.

The museum is located at 111 N. Aztec in Montezuma. They are closed Mondays. Please call 620-846-2527 for more information.

August 31-September 3 - ABATE of Kansas, Inc. will host their annual Labor Day Rally. For more information,

visit www.abateks.org or call 800-657-5763.

August 31 - Farmer’s Market behind State Farm, 617 S. Main, 8:30 to 11:00 a.m.

September 2 - Pastor Tim McCrary of the Moscow United Methodist Church will speak at Pioneer Manor at 3:00 p.m.

September 3 - Labor Day September 4 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Room in the basement of the Stevens County Courthouse.

What’s In The Hugoton Hermes In-box?

The Hugoton Hermes’ In-box includes emails currently making the rounds and landing in The Hermes’ email.

We print them solely for the benefit of those without email. Facts are up to the reader to check out. The emails do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the crew at The Hermes.

(Editor’s Note: The header of this email reads: “Nominated for ‘Best Email of the Year 2011’ ”) After being interviewed by the school administration, the prospective teacher said, “Let me see if I’ve got this right: “You want me to go into that room with all those kids, correct their disruptive behavior, observe them for signs of abuse, monitor their dress habits, censor their T-shirt messages, and instill in them a love for learning.

“You want me to check their backpacks for weapons, wage war on drugs and sexually transmitted diseases, and raise their sense of self esteem and personal pride.

“You want me to teach them patriotism and good citizenship, sportsmanship and fair play, and how to register to vote, balance a checkbook and apply for a job.

“You want me to check their heads for lice, recognize signs of antisocial behavior, and make sure they all pass the final exams.

“You also want me to provide them with an equal education regardless of their handicaps, and communicate regularly with their parents in English, Spanish or any other language by letter, telephone, newsletter and report card.

“You want me to do all this with a piece of chalk, a blackboard, a bulletin board, a few books, a big smile and a starting salary that qualifies me for food stamps.

“You want me to do all this and then you tell me...

I can’t pray?!”

Submitted by a Hermes reader.

spending time with his grandkids.

Jerry is survived by his wife, Sonia of the home; three stepchildren; five step grandchildren; brothers Jim Anderson and wife Wilma of Ulysses, Leon Anderson and wife Gloria of St. Louis, Mo., Steve Anderson and wife Rhonda of Ulysses, and Bill Anderson of Ulysses; sister, Patty Shapland and companion Ronald Craft of Ulysses; several nieces and nephews; and a host of friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral services were Monday, August 20, 2012, at the Country View Baptist Church in Ulysses with Reverend Sam Bynum and Reverend Bill Harrold officiating.

Interment followed at the Ulysses Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the Historic Adobe Museum or the Country View Baptist Church in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave, Ulysses, Ks. 67880.

The son of Adolph Ernest and the former Emily Hale Louthan, he was born February 29, 1928, at Chester, Ok. Willard married Genevieve Williams May 19, 1945, in Richfield. He and Genevieve were married 67 years. He came to Morton County in 1940 from Chester. He was a farmer and rancher. He also enjoyed going to the cattle sales at Texhoma, Ok., Guymon, Ok., Clayton, N.M. and Syracuse. Willard loved to collect antiques. He enjoyed going to Seiling, Ok. to the Link Family Reunion.

Survivors include his wife, Genevieve Link of Rolla, one son, Gene Link and wife Nancy of Rolla, three daughters: Wilene Burrows and husband Larry of Rolla, Cynthia Mangels and husband Bill of San Antonio, Tx. , Diana Garland and husband Keith of Viola; four sisters: Alta Howeth of Seiling; Marie Elliott, also of Seiling; Lois Burchett of Manhattan; Belva Taylor of Chache, Ok.; eleven grandchildren, twenty-six great grandchildren, one great great grandchild and other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers: Leslie, Orville and Maynard; and three sisters: Roberta Plummer, Beulah Landrum and Vada Hawkins.

Willard’s funeral took place Monday, August 20 at the Rolla United Methodist Church, with Pastor Sandy Ferguson presiding. Burial followed at Rolla Cemetery.

Paul’s Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

A memorial has been established for United Methodist Church. Memorials may be mailed to Paul’s Funeral Home, PO Box 236, Hugoton, Ks. 67951.

Helen LaVon Swagerty Death has claimed the life of Helen LaVon Swagerty of Elkhart. Helen passed away Sunday, August 19, 2012, at Morton County Hospital in Elkhart. She was 84.

Helen was born November 1, 1927, in Hutchinson, the daughter of Earl Frederick and the former Elva Fay McCowen White.

Helen attended first grade in Pretty Prairie, grade school and high school in Manter and graduated from Elkhart High School. She married Ralph Swagerty November 26, 1945 in Elkhart. She worked beside her husband for 40 years. They owned and operated the IGA store in Elkhart and Gem Dandy until their retirement. Helen was a member of the First Church of God. She enjoyed working, being with her family, and attending her grandkids’ sporting events.

Survivors include one daughter, Sheryl Smith of Elkhart; three brothers: Edgar White of Elkhart, Floyd White of Boise City, Ok., and Gene White of Tuscumbia, Mo.; two sisters: Elva Johnson of Rolla and JoAnn Fowler of Elkhart; three grandchildren: Jason and Stacie Smith of Peyton, Co., Shelby and Wade Blakeley of Elkhart, and Justin

and Courtney Smith of Gardner; seven great-grandchildren: Ashlyn Sklenar, Tyler Sklenar, Austin Smith, Nathan Smith, Steven Smith, Skyler Smith and Sydney Smith; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Helen is preceded in death by her parents; husband Ralph August 20, 2011; and brother, Earl Ray White.

Funeral services will be Thursday, August 23, 2012 at 10:30 a.m. at the First Church of God in Elkhart with Reverend Gary Murrell presiding. Interment will follow at the Elkhart Cemetery.

Friends may call Wednesday, August 22, 2012 from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Garnand Funeral Home in Elkhart. Memorials may be given to the First Church of God or Donor’s choice in care of Garnand Funeral Home, PO Box 854, Elkhart, KS 67950.

For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of His good pleasure.

Philippians 2:13

The Hugoton Hermes

Groundbreaking Steve received an enthusiastic greeting from his home town.

Morris began by saying Thursday was an exciting day for Stevens County. He remarked twenty years ago there were no dairy cows in this part of the state, just a few milk cows. Now there are 130,000 dairy cows. With this project, he anticipates that number will grow significantly. He stated Hugoton is the envy of other towns and cities in the state,

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because of the Kansas Dairy Ingredients plant and the Abengoa Bioenergy plant being built west of Hugoton.

Secretary of Agriculture Dale Rodman commented agriculture is the biggest business in the state of Kansas. Kansas needs folks like the Hugoton people as examples to follow as to how to get things done.

Kansas Secretary of Commerce Pat George commented Kansas Dairy Ingredients began talking about this project around four years ago.

They had the perserverance to keep this project alive.

Afterwards the group met in the field with their golden shovels to officially break ground for the start of construction.

Kansas Governor Sam Brownback and other state and county officials are ready to welcome Kansas Dairy Ingredients to Stevens County.

Thursday afternoon the dignitaries each gave a short speech welcoming the new plant.

A large crowd turns out to hear state and county officials formally conduct ground breaking ceremonies Thursday. Kansas Dairy

Ingredients, a new milk processing plant, will begin construction with a completion date of January 2013.

Kansas Secretary of Commerce Pat George

After the ceremonies, from the left, Commissioner Dave Bozone, Senator Steve Morris and Kim Harper take time from visiting to pose for a picture.

Internet safety program teaches more than 65,500 individuals Secretary of Agriculture Dale Rodman

Bill Dunn Jr. of J.E. Dunn Construction

Governor Sam Brownbeck visits with residents at the groundbreaking ceremonies for Kansas Dairy Ingredients. The new milk processing plant will begin constriction soon.

Bucks for Buckles Continued from page 1 were unbuckled,” said Cherie Sage, State Director for Safe Kids Kansas. “The single most effective means of protecting the lives of you and your passengers is wearing

seat belts and using appropriate child restraints every time you ride in the vehicle even short distances.”

According to the 2011 KDOT Safety Belt survey,

Read Kansas Read Continued from page 1 Read Kansas Read sponsors include Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, Kansas Association of Broadcasters, Kansas Governor’s Office, Kansas Board of Regents, Kansas Book Festival, Kansas State Library, Kansas State Department of Education, State Library of Kansas, Kansas State Uni-

versity, MetaMetrics, Inc., Pittsburg State University, University of Kansas, and Wichita State University.

For more information on the Read Kansas Read program, visit www.Read KansasRead.ks.gov.

Submitted by the Office of Governor Brownback.

only 83 percent of those surveyed ages 14 and older, were wearing their seat belt. This compares to the national average of 84 percent. In 2010, Kansas ranked 36 in the nation in seat belt usage.

“It is important that Kansans get the message that seat belts save lives,” stated Sage. “An average of 93 people die each day in motor vehicle crashes nationally; that’s an average of one death every 16 minutes. This is unacceptable.”

Bucks for Buckles 2012 will take place in 56 cities across Kansas. For more information about safety belts or child safety seat use, call 785-296-1223 or visit www.safekidskansas.org or www.safekids.org.

Submitted by Debbie Nordling of Hugoton’s State Farm and Safe Kids Kansas.

A statewide program aimed at keeping kids safer on the Internet reached 65,605 participants during the recently-completed fiscal year 2012, Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt announced today.

The Netsmartz program is presented throughout the state by the Kansas Alliance of Boys and Girls Clubs through a legislative appropriation administered by the Attorney General’s Office. The interactive, educational program was developed by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children and Boys and Girls Clubs of America for children ages five to 17, their parents, teachers and law enforcement officers.

It uses age-appropriate, interactive activities to teach individuals how to be safer online. In the state fiscal year, which ended June 30, the program reached 65,605 individuals. In fiscal year 2011 the program reached 60,585.

“Netsmartz is a comprehensive program to educate youth and adults about Internet safety,” Schmidt said.

“This program continues to grow, and I appreciate the dedication and hard work of our partners, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Kansas, to help keep kids safe.”

The Attorney General’s Office began partnering with the Boys & Girls Clubs to present the Netsmartz program in 2006. The programs are presented by specialized

P lease Adopt Me! Hugoton student Rylee Fann, a top reader of the Read Kansas Read summer reading program, sits next to Governor Sam Brownback at a picnic and celebration at Cedar Crest.

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700 S. Main - Hugoton

We will be closed starting Sept. 1 and will re-open Oct. 30.

We hope to see you when we re-open.

Homemade Ice Cream

Bolys

Natural Flavors

Cookies ‘N’ Creme Yogurth Coconut Mango Bolys Chocolate (Sugar Free) Strawberry Peach Vanilla Cherry Cinnamon Strawberry Passion Fruit Blueberry Lime Raspberry Coffee Caramel Ice KitKat Reese’s Bolys Snickers Watermelon Grape Blueberry ...and many Orange Green Apple more Lemonade Pink Lemonade

Visit us at 1035 S. Harrison St. Hugoton, KS Monday-Sunday 1:00-9:00 PM

Stephanie A Weeast, CFP®, AAMS® Financial Advisor

Dustin Johnson Financial Advisor

Locally Grown Farm Fresh

Potatoes will be at the

Farmers Market Beside China Restaurant - 706 S. Main

Saturday, August 25

Farmer’s Market SATURDAY MORNINGS 9 to 12 All of August & September

In lot beside China Restaurant - 706 S. Main

Bring produce, baked goods, canned goods, etc.

Martress, age 12

NEW N! LOCATIO

No tables or seating are provided.

Call State Farm if you have questions - 544-8528

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EcoDevo to create new Web site

Calvin and Linda May August 24, 1962

Calvin and Linda May August 24, 2012

Calvin and Linda May commemorate 50 years Calvin and Linda May will be celebrating 50 years of wedded bliss this Friday, August 24, 2012. Calvin wed his blushing bride Friday, August 24, 1962.

The couple will enjoy their special day together.

Cards may be sent to: 512 E. Ninth Street Hugoton, Ks. 67951 Have a wonderful fiftieth anniversary, Calvin and Linda!

Gasoline prices rise again Average retail gasoline prices in Kansas have risen 3.7 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.64 per gallon Sunday. This compares with the national average that has increased 2.1 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.70 per gallon, according to gasoline price Web site Kansas GasPrices.com.

Including the change in gas prices in Kansas during the past week, prices Sun-

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Citizens State Bank

September 2 Pastor Tim McCrary Moscow UMC

601 S. Main - Hugoton

PAUL'S FUNERAL HOME David & Brandy Robson

314 S. Van Buren 544-4122

Pyramid Agency, Inc. 521 S. Main - Hugoton

September 9 Pastor Ben Coats Assembly of God September 16 Pastor Michael Taylor Light House Fellowship ST. HELEN CATHOLIC CHURCH 1011 South Jefferson Street 544-2551 Saturday - 1:00 p.m. - Spanish Mass Sunday - 11:00 a.m. English Mass

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

FAITH LUTHERAN ASAMBLEA DE DIOS LOS REDIMIDOS DEL REY Martes 7:00 PM Jueves 7:00 PM Domingo 3:00 PM 138 S. Main Hugoton Pastores: Martinez 620-544-7096

ASSEMBLY OF GOD Main and Second Street 544-2773 Ben Coats, Pastor Sunday School - 9:45 a.m.

Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m.

Service Wed. Night - 7:00 p.m.

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

BETHEL FRIENDS CHURCH Eric Mason, Pastor Zac Johnson, Youth Pastor 11th & Jefferson - 544-8517 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Morning Service - 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Evening Ministries - 6:30 p.m.

(Children, Youth, & Adult)

CHURCH OF CHRIST 1045 S. Van Buren 544-2825 Matthew Russell, Minister 1041 S. Van Buren Wednesday - 7:00 p.m.

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Evening Service - 6:00 p.m.

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS 520 E. First 544-2125 Sacrament - 9:00 a.m.

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Priesthood - 11:00 a.m.

CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 500 S. Van Buren 544-2493 Pastor Dave Piper Sunday School - 9:45 a.m.

Morning Worship - 10:45 a.m.

Evening Services - 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.

COWBOY CHURCH - HUGOTON Second & Fourth Tuesday of every month Stevens County Commercial Building at Fairgrounds 7:00 p.m.

FAITH CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST Tenth and Jefferson Lawrence Johnson, Pastor Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Bible Band (Tuesday) - 6:00 p.m.

Home and Forn. Miss. (Friday) - 6:00 p.m.

Youth - 6:00 p.m.

Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.

Tenth and Adams 544-2092 Christopher M. Fincher, Pastor Morning Worship - 9:00 a.m.

Sunday School - 10:30 a.m.

Bible Study, Wednesday - 7:30 p.m.

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH 544-2355 516 N.E. Avenue 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!

600 S. Van Buren - 544-2715 Pastor Randy Nash UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.

828 S. Main Hugoton 544-8715 Fellowship - 10:15 - 10:30 a.m.

Harry Cross, Pastor Worship Hour - 10:30 - 12:00 Sunday School - 9:45 a.m.

Children's Church, 10:30 a.m.

Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Jr. High Youth Group, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

HugotonUMC.com Sr. High Youth Group, 7:45-9:00 p.m.

Information on small groups call 544-2715

FIRST CHURCH OF GOD 801 W. City Limits 544-2652 800 S. Van Buren - 544-2763 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00 p.m.

Call 544-2652 fIor Church Bus

HUGOTON BAPTIST CHURCH -Eighth and Main 544-2210 Bob Rich, Pastor 506 East Eighth - 544-2295 Sunday School - 6:00 p.m.

Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Youth Service - 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study - 6:00 p.m.

LIGHTHOUSE FELLOWSHIP 424 S. Jackson 544-4828 Michael Taylor, Minister 428-5686 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Church - 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday - 7:00 p.m.

Pre-Service Prayer - half hour before service

MOSCOW MOSCOW BAPTIST CHURCH 598-2455 Church - 598-2400 Home Rev. Larry Bradford, Pastor 1 mile S. of Moscow, 1/2 mile E. of Moscow/Hooker Rd. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.

Team Kids (Wed.) - 3:30-5:00p.m. Sept.-May

MOSCOW UNITED METHODIST 598-2426 Tim McCrary, Pastor 598-2421 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Kid’s Club - Wednesday 3:30 p.m.

UMYF Jr. High - 6:00 p.m.

UMYF Sr. High - 5:00 p.m.

LONE STAR FRIENDS CHURCH

ROLLA 14 Miles East of Hugoton on Highway 51 Bob Sanders, Pastor EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH Church 624-3784 Home 624-3104 202 Monroe St. - Rolla, Ks. 67954 Sunday School - 9:45 a.m.

Henry McGuire, Pastor 593-4693 Contemporary Worship Celebration - 10:45 a.m.

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Jr. High & Sr. High Youth Group - Sunday 6:30 p.m. Sunday Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Sunday Evening Fellowship - 6:00 p.m.

Sunday Evening Service - 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Evening Adult Study - 6:30 p.m.

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

Prayer Meeting Wednesday - 8:00 p.m.

ROLLA PENTECOSTAL Christian Life Club (age 2 - 18) - 6:30 p.m.

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

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

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.

day were 16.6 cents per gallon higher than the same day one year ago and are 18.8 cents per gallon higher than a month ago. The national average has increased 21.9 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 11.8 cents per gallon higher than this day one year ago.

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

The Stevens County Economic Development Board met Tuesday, August 14, 2012 in the craft room at the Stevens County Senior Center. Present at the meeting were board members Jack Rowden, Steve Rome, Gary Gold, Jan Leonard, Josh Morris, Bryne Sullins, Jody Wacker and Doug Martin.

Also attending were EcoDevo Director Neal Gillespie, secretary Kristin Farnum, Stevens County Commission Gary Baker and Hugoton Hermes Ruthie Winget. reporter Board member Mark Crawford was absent.

Treasurer Gary Gold reported there was $2,924.60 in the checking account and the Special Projects balance was $70,447.74. The boardmembers passed the motion to transfer $1,000 from Special Projects to checking in order to pay the bills.

Director Gillespie reported Kansas Dairy Ingredients is planning a groundbreaking ceremony Thursday afternoon. Governor Brownback is among the scheduled speakers. They hope to have the plant completed and begin operations by January 15, 2013.

Gillespie informed the board members he had discussed a new Web site with Media Services, Inc. of Dodge City. They will charge $2,700 to create a Web site for Economic Development. The board members passed a motion to accept the offer.

Next, Neal informed the board he had been trying to get in touch with the person who does the Housing Assessment but had not caught up with him at this time. The cost of the Housing Assessment will be $9,000. However, Black Hills Energy

offers a grant of $4,500 which would pay for half the assessment if EcoDevo could qualify. Housing Assessment is needed to find financing for housing projects. Grants are coming out to help with moderate income housing, but the Housing Assessment has to be in place to show the housing needs before anyone can apply. Gillespie said he would follow up on this.

Neal informed the board meetings were taking place to inform the public about Compressed Natural Gas for fleets. Oklahoma has over 200 Compressed Natural Gas stations in operation. A fillup comes to less than $1.80 a gallon for fuel. Neal asked if the boardmembers would be interested in having a meeting in Hugoton. The board agreed they would like to hear about Compressed Natural Gas. Boardmember Jan Leonard reported there was a good turnout for the Safe Routes to School. The recipient of the grant will be announced in September. The Hike/Bike Trail grant recipient will be announced in October.

Gillespie reported a large crowd turned out for the Candidate Forum. It was deemed a success.

Board member Jack Rowden commented out of 96 second-class cities in the state of Kansas, Hugoton is the eleventh city from the lowest in the amount of mill levies for tax payers to pay.

In actual taxes, Hugoton is the seventeenth city from the lowest second-class city in Kansas.

This shows the taxes of Hugoton are not as high as many other cities of comparable size.

The meeting adjourned.

Artwork deadline is September 14, 2012 Don’t delay! The deadline is just one month away for kids ages five to 13 in Kansas are encouraged to enter artwork for a statewide poster contest focusing on Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day. Three statewide winners will receive family packages from the Rolling Hills Wildlife Adventure and the Courtyard

by Marriott of Salina, and also $50 gas cards from QuikTrip Corporation.

A total of 18 regional winners in the six regions and age groups (ages five-seven, ages eight-ten and ages 1113) will receive a bicycle and a helmet donated by Safe Kids Kansas.

All entries must be postmarked by Friday, September 14, and should be mailed to: AAA Kansas, Public Affairs, 3545 SW Sixth Street, Topeka, KS, 66606. On the

back of the 8-½ by 11-inch paper entry must be the child’s full name; age at time of entry; mailing address; county; a parent’s name; and contact phone number. For more information, go to KDOT’s Web site, www.ksdot.org, and click on the Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day logo.

Traffic crashes are the leading cause of death in the U.S. for people ages three to 34. It’s important to encourage everyone - drivers, passengers, pedestrians and bicyclists - to take extra caution every day and especially October 10, the day officially designated as Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day. Kids who have won last year in southwest Kansas are Emmi Lott of Hugoton; Emily Allen and John Dohogne both of Garden City.

Mail in entries for Kansas Green Teams photo contest Whether photography is your passion, your hobby or just an occasional pastime, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) invites Kansans to participate in the second annual Kansas Green Teams photo contest, celebrating the beauty and unique character of Kansas. Winning photos will be displayed on the home page of the Kansas Green Teams Web site on a rotating basis. Both amateur and professional photographers are welcome to participate.

All photos must be in color and taken in Kansas within the last three years. The photo subject must be relevant to Kansas in one of the following contest categories: • Landscape • Wildlife • Recreation • Historical Buildings and

Monuments • Weather Photos may be submitted as prints or in digital format; see contest rules for details.

Visit http://www.kansas greenteams.org/photogra phy-contest for rules and submission information. Entries for the contest must be postmarked or received by Thursday, September 20.

The Kansas Green Teams program began in 2007 to promote and support environmentally responsible practices in your daily routine at work and at school. If you and your organization are interested in joining Kansas Green Teams, please visit www.kansasgreen teams.org.

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The Hugoton Hermes

Thursday, August 23, 2012

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Fun ways to give kids a leg up for the school year Children will soon be headed back to school and it`s important to prepare them for the year ahead. As the educational landscape grows increasingly competitive, even the smartest students need an edge.

With today`s hectic lifestyles,

however, it can be difficult for parents and kids to find the time for enrichment.

“Turning your regular activities into a learning experience can go a long way towards getting kids ready to go back to school,” says Kim Tredick, a fifth grade teacher

Sullins celebrates his eightieth August 28 August is quite the celebratory month for Howard Leo Sullins. Howard and wife Oletha celebrated 60 years of marriage August 20. Next week Howard will be celebrating his eightieth birthday.

Howard was born August 28, 1932, in Rocky, Ok., to John and Myrtle Sullins. As the youngest of four children he is forever tagged with “baby of the family.” He has two older brothers and one older sister.

The call of the open spaces of the prairie is in his blood.

Ranching has always been his favorite interest and he

still runs some cows.

So if you meet Howard wish him a hearty Happy Birthday or drop a line to him at 1795 Road 20, Moscow, Ks., 67952

Howard Sullins

in Santa Clarita, Ca., and the 2006 Milken Award Winner. “Just be careful to make the learning fun and not too much like schoolwork.”

Here are some cool ways to clear those cobwebs in preparation for a new school year: Making the Most of Downtime Be sure time away from school includes a good dose of intellectual enrichment. Museums, nature centers and historical sites should be a staple of your leisure time and weekends.

Take advantage of time in the car or downtime in general.

Whether you’re waiting for dinner to be ready, or you’re on a lengthy road trip, use learning tools like Brain Quest, a question and answer game to make the time both fun and educational. Because the materials are curriculum-based, the decks and workbooks will give kids a direct leg up on next year’s curriculum.

“Kids don’t necessarily want to think about being in the classroom when they are away from school, but educational games such as

Backyard Paradise

Brain Quest, can actually make prepping for the school year fun,” says Tredick. “Let the kids quiz you while cooking or driving as they’ll learn as much from asking the questions and it doesn’t feel like homework.”

More information and free downloadable activities can be found at www.BrainQuest.com.

Reading and Writing Give your children a variety of materials to read, like cookbooks, chapter books, nutritional panels, newspapers, magazines and movie schedules. Then test their understanding by summarizing what they read. Let them read aloud to you, siblings, neighbors and grandparents every day.

Children can practice writing and help you at the same time by composing grocery lists, to-do lists and car directions. Encourage them to keep journals and correspond with relatives - both with handwritten letters and emails.

Help improve their writing by editing together, paying attention to capitalization, punctuation and spelling.

Everyday Math Math is everywhere, so use it to your advantage. Cooking together from a recipe is a fun and practical way to learn about measurements, timing, and following directions.

When you’re out shopping, ask your kids to mentally add the total

at the grocery store. This will be a lesson both in how money works and basic arithmetic. Work a percentages lesson into your day by having them calculate the sales tax at the register, or calculate the

tip at restaurants.

School may not be in full swing yet, but savvy parents can help jumpstart their kids’ minds well before their first assignments.

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Below is a picture of the undershirt on a doll as it would have been worn.

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125 years of the Hermes From the September 10, 1948, issue of The Hugoton Hermes Town Schools Open Tuesday with Increased Enrollment Grade School Total to 411 Opening Day The Hugoton Grade School opened Tuesday moring with an enrollment of 411 pupils, is the announcement of E.F. Timmons, principal. This is one of the few years when enrollment exceeds the previous year at the beginning of the school year.

The enrollment at the beginning of last year was 406 and the year’s total was 426. Mr. Timmons stated he knew of several families that were still away from home and that when they returned the enrollment would be increased, possibly past last year’s total.

The childen are coming from all sections of the enlarged school district and seem ready for a good school year. Mr. Timmons stated he is pleased with the attitude of the pupils and the many parents. He feels there will be fine cooperation between the school and its patrons.

The school is crowded and a lot of manipulation will be necessary in seating the children. Some of the rooms are crowded and it is thought everything will be worked out satisfactorily by the end of the week.

The new school building is progressing nicely and when it is completed the crowded condition will be less critical.

The enrollment for the various grades was listed as follows: first 59; second 62; third 60; fourth 43; fifth 56; sixth 43; seventh 47; and eight 41.

High School Enrollment to 37 First Day (From the Moscow news) School opened Monday morning with an enrollment of 37 in the high school. Eighty-one pupils are enrolled in the grade school with 15 in the seventh and eighth, 19 in the fifth and sixth, 24 in the third and fourth and 23 in the first and second.

Mrs. Nichols and Mrs. Stevens worked at the lunch room Monday getting ready to start serving meals Tuesday. They are happy to have a new restaurant-type gas range, some new stainless steel silverware, some replacements and additions to their dishes and cooking utensils and an enlarged kitchen to work in.

From the Classified September 10, 1948 THIS WEEK’S SPECIAL—A. B. Apartment range, $85.00, regular $99.50.

Special price on Autocrat range, $120.00, regular $160.00. The stoves will not be available in four months so let us know your needs.

I’ve got the “ism’s” all figured out for you folks and here they are, written so you can understand ‘em.

Socialism: If you have two cows, give one to your neighbor and keep one for yourself.

Fascism: If you have two cows, you keep the cows and give the milk to the government. Then the government sells you some milk.

Nazism: If you have two cows, the government shoots you and keeps the cows.

Communism: If you have two cows, you give them to the government and the goverment gives you some milk.

Capitalism: If you have two cows, you sell one and buy a bull.

Jakeism: You eat the calf and come down and shoot the bull.

Performances will be November 16th & 17th Auditions for Fall Performance are Monday Aug. 27th & Tuesday Aug. 28th at 7:30 p.m.

305 S. Jackson St. Call 544-2038 with any questions

21st Annual

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Continental Kits and Fuzzy Red Dice!!

Saturday, August 25 Registration Begins 8:00 a.m. Hugoton City Park Schedule:

FOR SALE—1928 Plymouth, dandy car for boy to drive to school, good shape, good tires, only $125. Vernon Dwyer.

8:00 a.m. Registration & Show Begins 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. 50/50 Pot Tickets 12:00-4:00 p.m. $100 Drawing Each Hour!!!

1:00-2:00 p.m. Poker Run ($5.00/hand) 4:00 p.m. Awards Program •50/50 Pot Winner •Longest Distance •Mayor’s Choice •Club Choice •Wayne’s World •Best Orphan voted by participants •Best Bike voted by participants •Top Ten voted by participants •Best of Show voted by participants 4:30 p.m. Main Street Cruising & Hanging Out 5:30 p.m. Registered Participant Hamburger Fry Please Come and Bring Your “Pride & Joy” Our Original Car Show featuring Hot-Rods, Classic, Custom & Antique Automobiles, Pickups & Motorcycles of every kind.

Proceeds will be donated to Shriners Hospitals for Children, Stevens County Ministerial Alliance, Project Hope and The Gas Capital Car Club’s half of the 50/50 pot will go to Relay for Life.

For more information and early entries call Ralph Rodgers (620) 544-4797

Presented by: Gas Capital Car Club of Hugoton

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Thursday, August 23, 2012

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Annual Red and Blue scrimmages slated for Friday

Sports by Lori Demers

Ava Skinner kicks on cue at Saturday's belt testing conducted at Martial Arts Academy. Ava is the daughter of C.J. and Marcala Skinner.

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Hugoton Eagle athletics are set to kickoff the fall season of activities with the annual Red and Blue Scrimmages slated for Friday. Middle school volleyball will begin at 4:00 p.m. with high school volleyball following at 5:00 p.m.

Football action begins at 6:00 p.m. with the middle school team, followed by a 7:00 p.m. start time for the high school football scrimmage.

The Eagle cross country runners will have their Red and Blue time trials starting at 4:15 p.m. Fans are encour-

aged to come out and have a sneak peek at the talent representing the Red and Blue.

Patrons can donate sports drinks in lieu of any admissions for the event.

The HHS girls golf team will host the first outing of the season with a junior varsity and varsity tournament at Fore Winds Golf Course Thursday, August 30. Tee time will be 3:00 p.m. The cross country team will compete at Meade that same day with a 4:00 p.m. start time.

Varsity and junior varsity volleyball will travel to Ulysses for a quadrangular

Other hours call for an appointment (2c32) (620) 544-9051

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This mother-son duo mirror one another as they work through the belt tests. Both Stacie Robbins and her son Tab, ranked at orange belt, tested and earned their yellow belt Saturday at the Martial Arts Academy in Hugoton.

Hugoton Recreation Commission

2012 Fall Sports Sign-Ups

May 25, Governor Sam Brownback signed into law a bill that included provisions for a crossbow pilot project in as many as four deer management units during an archery big game season by anyone issued a big game permit valid during the archery season. The twoyear pilot project will sunset on January 31, 2014, at which time the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) Secretary must report to the Kansas Legislature about the project.

For this pilot project, any person with a deer permit valid during the archery season for deer management units 1, 12, 15, and 19 may use a crossbow during the archery season, re-

Tuesday, August 15Saturday, August 25 8am-5pm

Sign up for the following leagues: * Soccer- Kindergarten to 2nd Grade Boys & Girls - Cost $15 * Volleyball -3rd to 6th Grade Girls - Cost $15

$20 Equipment rental fee (refundable at the end of season) *This upcoming school years grade, participants must register at the above time in order to be put on C o ach e s teams. will be NO PHONE n eed e d for REGISTRATONS. all age s.

Register and pay program fees at HRC Offices, 211 S. Madison* www.hugotonrec.com

Danny Tapia sustains a running pace as part of his belt testing Saturday at Martial Arts Academy in Hugoton.

Belt tests are held every three to six months on average.

Karate students are able to test up in belt ranking at this time. At Saturday's tests, white belts tested to orange, orange to yellow, yellow to green, and Tapia tested from green to blue. Kids and adults alike were part of the test, with ages ranging from three to 45.

THANK YOU

The Hugoton Sports Boosters would like to thank the following sponsors for their support of the 2012 Bob Wilson/Kevin Seaman Memorial Golf tournament held August 18th. Special thanks to tournament director Brent Betsworth and the staff of Forewinds Golf Course for a great tournament and having the course in excellent condition.

Tournament Sponsors

Ag 1st Insurance Agency Jackson’s Catering & BBQ First National Bank of Liberal - Hugoton Branch Prairie Valley Farms, LLC Hugoton Uptown Autobody

Ghumm’s Auto Center, LLC Oxion, Inc. State Farm Edward Jones Ray’s Salon Riley Chevrolet

Want hunting access to one million acres of private land? The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) provides just that and more in the 2012 Kansas Hunting Atlas.

This essential hunting tool includes maps showing locations of Walk-In Hunting Access (WIHA) areas and public wildlife areas and will be available online at the KDWPT Web site, ksout doors.com, the week of Aug. 27. Click “Hunting/Where to Hunt in Kansas” to find a link to the document. Printed copies of the atlas will be available in late August or early September at KDWPT offices and hunting license vendors around the state.

The atlas provides dozens of full-page maps covering the entire state. Online visitors can view and print the

complete atlas or select specific maps. Hunters can also download maps to GPS units for easy navigation. Each map includes an index listing the game species most likely to occur on properties listed.

For information on hunting seasons and regulations, copies of the 2012 Kansas Hunting & Furharvesting Regulations Summary will be available at KDWPT offices and license vendors the first week in September, but hunters can view or download the complete publication from the KDWPT Web site after the Kansas Wildlife, Parks and Tourism Commission meeting August 23. Type “Hunting Regulations” in the search box at the department’s homepage or click “Hunting/Hunting Regulations.

Crossbow survey ID numbers are now online

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* Football -3rd to 6th Grade Boys $30 program fee

The first varsity football game for HHS will be Friday, August 31, as Hugoton plays host to Goodland.

Timmy Johnson from Moscow, pictured here in the foreground, belt tests before his instructor, David Hardy at Martial Arts Academy Saturday evening at the Hugoton Main Street location.

Also pictured are Alec Langley, Koy Shields and Gianne Vos. Hardy is a third degree black belt and has been a full time instructor for the past ten years.

5:00 p.m.

Monday

Open Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays 6 to 8 p.m.

meet starting at 4:00 p.m. as well, and middle school football kicks off against Liberal South on the Eagle football field.

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Special Thanks to the following for their generous support!

CHR Seeds - Ryan & Chad Hamlin Citizens State Bank for sponsoring course for sponsoring Hole in One prize Centerfire Feedyard - Martin Daharsh for sponsoring hamburgers

*Thanks to all the teams who played and individuals who worked to make the tournament a success.*

gardless of age or disability.

Each person age 16 through 54 shall obtain a free crossbow hunter survey number from KDWPT before hunting with a crossbow during archery season.

Hunters may obtain a crossbow survey ID number by going online at the KDWPT Web site, ksoutdoors.com, and clicking on the Crossbow Survey ID display ad, or by typing the following URL into their Web browsers: https://programs. ksoutdoors.com/Crossbow-Sur vey-ID-Number. Here, they must enter their KDWPT number, first name, last name and email address (if available). An email address is not required, but if one is given, a confirma-

tion email will be sent to them.

Those who do not have access to the Internet may obtain a crossbow survey ID number at any KDWPT office. Those who sign up at a KDWPT office will also receive a printed receipt.

There can only be one survey ID per KDWPT number. For more information, phone 620672-5911 and ask for the IT Help Desk.

Also new this year, hunters who have a youth big game permit valid during the archery season and those 55 and older who have a big game permit valid during the archery season may hunt with a crossbow.

Those hunters do not need a crossbow survey ID number.

Prairie chicken permit is required this fall The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) has announced that a permit will be required to hunt prairie chickens this fall. This applies to both lesser and greater prairie chickens. Permits may be purchased wherever licenses are sold and online. The fee is the minimum charge, with all proceeds going to vendors and automation costs.

The permit will give KDWPT biologists the ability to better identify prairie chicken hunters.

Using information gathered when the permit is sold, a random sampling of those individuals will be sent a post-season survey that will be used to develop more accurate estimates of harvest and species distribution.

The lesser prairie chicken has been considered a candidate under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) since 1998, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) will release a proposed rule on the status of the bird under the ESA in September. KDWPT is opposed to a federal listing of the lesser prairie chicken because it will likely hamper voluntary landowner enrollment in con-

servation programs that have greatly benefited lesser prairie chickens and other grassland wildlife across the state. Information from the new prairie chicken survey will help KDWPT to further justify hunting of lesser prairie chickens to the USFWS and the general public in the face of possible listing.

“Collecting these data will provide us with the best chance to continue hunting lesser prairie chickens in the face of a pending threatened or endangered listing by the Fish and Wildlife Service,” explains Jim Pitman, KDWPT small game coordinator. “As an added bonus, we will also be able to better regulate harvest of both lesser and greater chickens and more accurately delineate their distributions. More accurate range delineations provide us with a greater ability to target conservation programs across the state to benefit both chicken species. The greater prairie chicken is not currently a candidate species for federal listing, but we included them in the permit requirement because in parts of Kansas, their populations are struggling much more than those of their smaller cousin. By including them, we

are being proactive and are attempting to avert a situation similar to the one we are now facing with lesser chickens.”

Population size and distribution of both prairie chicken species have increased across western Kansas over the last 15 years, largely due to voluntary landowner enrollments in federal farm bill programs, especially the Conservation Reserve Program.

Greater prairie chicken populations in the eastern one-half of the state have been declining over that same time period due in large part to inadequate fire frequency on native rangelands.

Also new for 2012, the Northwest Prairie Chicken Unit has been expanded to include all of Kansas west of U.S. Highway 281 and north of Highway 96. That unit will also now be open during the early season, September 15 through October 15. A map of prairie chicken units may be found online at kdwpt.state. ks.us/news/Hunting/Hunting-Regulations/ Maps.

Fall 2012 prairie chicken seasons include the following: Southwest Season November 17-December 31 Daily Bag Limit: 1

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Thursday, August 23, 2012

Jaron Thompson spends a week aiding missionaries Jaron Thompson spent seven days in Bogota, Columbia working beside two missionaries, Bruce and Lisa Ridpath, along with 19 people from Kansas. The missionaries were kept busy assembling things for schools, putting on plays and skits and singing songs with kids from a poor suburb of Bogota. Helping out with an after school program was another way they served in Columbia.

The teens from Kansas were assisted by other teens from Bogota. Jaron was most impressed with their positive attitudes. A highlight of the trip for him was teaching some of the kids English.

This trip has motivated Jaron to continue learning more Spanish.

Jaron stated, “I wouldn't trade this experience for the world, being with people my age that are passionate about reaching people without

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Jaron Thompson is organizing books at a school in Bogata, Columbia. Jaron spent seven hope, seeing first hand what missionaries experience, coming to realize, (although Colombia or Bogota aren't

third world) the enormity of people who are not only in physical need, but need Jesus.”

At Risk Para, Danny Traub - Shop Teacher and in front Bridget Vaughn - Daycare.

ters. Daughter Nikea and son-in-law Curt, along with their children Ty, Larin, and Bren live in Mason, Tx. Daughter Tricia lives in Kansas City and Wendy lives in Kearney, Ne. Mr. Traub likes living and teaching in small communities.

Cassie Lund will join the Moscow School Staff at the daycare. Cassie was born and raised in Moscow. She

Moscow Schools would like to welcome new staff members Summer Benavidez-Daycare and Cassie Lund-Daycare.

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Moscow Schools welcomed new staff members during in services held during the past week. Danny Traub will be teaching Jr/Sr High shop and coaching cross-country for the Wildcats. Mr. Traub has taught for 34 years.

When not in the classroom he enjoys hunting, fishing, golf, biking and woodworking.

He is married to Cheryl and they have three daugh-

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holds a degree in Biology from University of St. Mary.

She is excited to spend some time back in her home community.

Cassie has one son Jaymond. In addition to spending time with her son, she also enjoys lifeguarding, basketball and working out, and spending time with family and friends.

Carolyn Moss has taught vocal music at Hugoton for 32 years.

She joins the Moscow staff as a Para for High Plains.

Outside of school she enjoys reading, word games/puzzles, working in the yard, piano and singing. Mrs. Moss is married to her “wonderful husband, Bill.” She has found the Moscow Community friendly and welcoming.

Sherri May will be an Atrisk Para for Moscow Schools. She brings many years of substitute teaching experience to her new position. Outside of school she enjoys all crafting, computer art, painting, coaching and playing sports. She likes to try new things. Sherri also owns “ The Pink Painter” company. She is married to Doug May. She has four children and four grandchildren.

She says Moscow has a great sense of community.

Community Calendar Thursday, August 23First day of school!

Friday, August 24- Ice Cream Social-6:30- All Sports Teams will be introduced.

Saturday, August 25High School Volleyball at Healy-First match will be at 9:45 Monday, August 27-Elementary School Open House 6:00-7:00 Tuesday, August 29-High School Volleyball at Rolla

"Rotary Club of Ulysses," an event organized for the Ulysses area in partnership with Numana, Inc., will be September 29, 2012, from 1:30 to 3:15 p.m. at Grant County Civic Center, 1000 W. Patterson in Ulysses.

The goal of the event is to package 20,000 meals to send to the hungry in TBD. Numana, Inc. is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) international hunger relief organization whose mission is to empower people to save the starving. Over the past two years, Numana has mobilized over 143,000 volunteers coastto-coast and packaged and sent 24 million meals to the food insecure overseas.

A Numana event is a festive hands-on opportunity to roll up your sleeves and feed the hungry. This event is open to the public. Everyone is encouraged to come and be a part of the food packaging. For more information about Numana, please visit numanainc.com or facebook. com/numanainc.

Funds are currently needed to pay for product and shipping expenses. If you are interested in providing financial assistance, please mail donations made out to Numana, P.O. Box 572, El Dorado, Ks. 67042, and memo to Grant County Civic Center.

Online donations may be made at numanainc.com/donate.

Please select "Rotary Club of Ulysses" under Upcoming Events. All donations are tax-deductible. A helpful video about Numana's history and process may be viewed at A numanainc.com/video. canned food drive to benefit local food pantries will occur simultaneously at the event.

To pre-register for the event, please visit numanainc.com/ register. For more information about the event, please contact Taunya Lindahl at 620-3564646 or taunya. lindahl@fbfs.com.

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Commissioners meet with Pete Earles to discuss residential addition drainage problem Stevens County Commmissioners met Monday, August 20, 2012 for their regular meeting. Present at the meeting were county commissioners: Gary Baker, Chairman David Bozone and Jim Bell. Also attending the meeting were Stevens County Clerk Pam Bensel, Counselor Robert E. Johnson II, Janice Porter and Hugoton Hermes reporter Ruthie Winget.

Bob Wetmore of Great Plains Development stopped in to see if the commissioners needed anything.

Great Plains prepares grant applications and is affiliated with Economic Development. He

informed the commissioners membership fees are due.

Dales Noyes of Superior Irrigation came in to ask about his contract for purchasing 2.2 acres east of Hugoton.

Counselor Johnson informed him he will be receiving his contract within a few days.

JC Cantrell of Road and Bridge reported all the asphalting is complete. He stated he did not have much material left. JC commented he moved the burnt fire truck inside to preserve evidence from the day the accident happened.

Pete Earles, structural engineer for the Pioneer Manor

Stevens County Library Director Eunice Schroeder accepts a $1,000 check from Tim Mecklenburg representing ExxonMobil.

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addition, stopped by to discuss drainage for the residential area. He suggested using four lots for a holding pond at the far southeast corner for runoff. He thought the water would dissipate with 48 hours. The commissioners passed the motion to approve the drainage pond. Earles remarked two separate bids would be let out for this project, one for the utilities and one for the concrete work.

Ron and Cynthia Martin came in to discuss the high pressure gas lines on the property east of Hugoton they are buying. Ron asked the commissioners to explain exactly what he and his wife are buying. Pete Earles explained there is a 55 foot easement for these lines and their property began behind the county right-of-way. The road is not the centerline of the section.

Counselor Johnson offered to get them maps showing their property line.

Ralph and Norma Stoddard asked about the covenants of the property they are buying. The commissioners explained there were no covenants at this time.

Commissioner Baker stated some residents had asked for the name of Cemetery Road to be changed. No action was taken at this time.

Sheriff Ted Heaton commented speeding tickets have been written out at Cemetery Road. He also reported one of his deputies had quit.

Paula Rowden of Stevens County Health Department stopped by to ask their computer systems be upgraded to accomodate WIC. She also needs a new monitor for the refrigerator and freezer that hold all the vaccines, setting an alarm by phone if the temperature of the units is too warm due to power failure.

They have $120,000 worth of vaccines in the units. The monitor will cost $791. The

commissioners passed a motion to buy a monitor. The monthly fee can to be taken out of the Preparedness Funds. Paula will check the fee for the entire contract.

EcoDevo Director Neal Gillespie came in to inform the commissioners the Kansas Dairy Ingredients expenses have run higher than anticipated due to the lift station. They wondered if the county could help them on their asphalt driveway. The commissioners made no decision at this time.

Gene Leonard of the landfill reported a customer came by to see if he could get some concrete from the landfill so he could grind it. Gene said they have about 15-20 thousand tons of concrete at the landfill. The commissioners commented the county is out of ground concrete. They asked if the customer would grind the same amount of concrete for the county in lieu of payment. Gene said he would check on it.

The commissioners passed the motion to hire Tony McBride as the construction manager for the old Pioneer Manor project.

The commissioners asked Ashley Fiss of Fiss Architecture/Design to stop in. They stated they could not find on the minutes a motion to hire Fiss Architecture/Design.

Bozone put forth the motion for Fiss to continue the old Pioneer Manor project. The asbestos has to be removed.

They asked her to reduce costs where possible.

The meeting adjourned.

The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session August 6, 2012 with all members present. Also present were Bob Johnson, County Counselor and Pam Bensel, County Clerk. Dave called the meeting to order.

Dave moved to approve the minutes of the last meeting.

Gary seconded. Motion carried. Jim moved to approve the county vouchers. Gary seconded. Motion carried.

The clerk was instructed to draw warrants on the Treasurer chargeable to the various funds of the county for the following amounts: General ...............255,181.47 Road & Bridge ....373,817.29 Airport .....................5,343.49 Building ................85,832.94 Employees Benefit .....100.00 Employees Benefit (Library) .........................23,314.00 Noxious Weed .......31,064.25 Highway Improvement .........................10,000.00 Insurance Agency ...5,645.00 Alcoholic Treatment....237.50 Diversion .................1,316.12 Fire Bequest............2,054.04 Community Health .........................28,501.41 Airport Grants .........5,496.81 Employee’s P/R Misc W/H ..............................100.93 Dave declared the Stevens County 2013 Budget hearing open at 9:00 a.m. After no response, Dave declared the hearing closed at 9:10 a.m.

Gary moved to adopt the official 2013 Stevens County Budget. Dave seconded. Motion carried.

Kristin Farnum and Debbie Nordling with Chamber of Commerce came in to discuss an electronic (LED) sign to help promote businesses and community functions. Debbie stated that the complete cost of the 8’ x 3’ sign would be $8,845.00 including installation. Debbie mentioned charging Chamber members and non Chamber members a small price to use the sign for advertisement to help build revenue.

Gary moved to allow the Chamber of Commerce to purchase the 8’ x 3’ electronic (LED) sign for $8,445.00 and include installation. Dave seconded. Motion carried.

J C Cantrell came in to report on the Road and Bridge Department.

J C said they were finished with the Moscow airport runway but there is another

Structural engineer Pete Earles shows County Counselor Bob Johnson and Stevens County commissioners Gary Baker, Dave Bozone and Jim Bell where the proposed drainage pond will be for the Pioneer Manor residential addition. small strip that needs to be finished.

Ted Heaton came in to report on the Sheriff’s Department.

Ted informed the Commissioners that someone from the Wichita jail facility came down to check over the Stevens County jail facility.

They were very impressed with the facility and said Wichita has more inmates that could be brought to the Stevens County facility.

Ted informed the Commissioners that the Law Enforcement facility passed the state audit.

Ted asked about a salary increase for himself. He compared his salary with some of the surrounding counties.

Dave moved to increase Ted Heaton’s salary from $64,428.00 to $68,700.00 a year. This is the same pay rate as the Grant County Sheriff. Gary seconded. Motion carried.

Rodney Kelling came in to open sealed bids for the 91 Chevrolet rescue ambulance.

Donald Perry brought in a bid.

Dave opened the bid from Donald Perry for the 91 Chevrolet rescue ambulance in the amount of $2,000.00.

Jim moved to accept the bid Donald Perry for the 91 Chevrolet rescue ambulance in the amount of $2,000.00.

Gary seconded. Motion carried.

Rodney informed the Commissioners that the EMT classes that Joy Lewis is teaching will start September 17, 2012 thru March, 2012 Monday and Wednesday nights.

Dave moved to go into executive session for litigation for 30 minutes from 10:18 a.m. to 10:48 a.m. with Tom Fuhrmann and Terry Lawhon present. Gary seconded. Motion carried. Meeting reconvened at 10:48 a.m.

No action taken.

Kim Harper with the Airport came in to have grant papers signed for tie downs at the Airport.

Tony McBride reported on the Pioneer Manor. The overhead door in now in, parts of the landscaping will need to be replaced later in the fall,

geothermal system needs worked on this fall, condensation issues in the ceiling and duct work needs fixed, roof leaks were fixed by Aqua Shield and the kitchen problems have been worked out.

Tony will present the fire alarm system drawings and quotes to Commissioners by the middle of next week.

Linda Stalcup, Meagan Sullivan and Ashley Fiss came in to discuss the physical therapy renovations at the old Pioneer Manor.

Linda discussed transportation from the entrance of the Pioneer Manor to the Alzheimer unit and then the employees working in laundry could use the cart.

Linda informed the Commissioners that home health would move from the Hospital over to where the physical therapy unit is at this time.

Ashley Fiss had two quotes for the asbestos removal at the old Pioneer Manor building.

She informed the Commissioners that the low bid was $103,824.00.

Dave moved to instruct Ashley Fiss to get drawings for the south part of the old Pioneer Manor. Gary seconded. Motion carried. Jim voted no.

Dave asked about discussing the prices on lots east of town.

Gary moved to rescind the previous motion made April 2, 2012 setting the prices of the lots in the Stevens County Industrial Park front lots $6,000.00 per acre and back lots at $4,000.00 per acre with all lots paying extra for the gas specials which will be a onetime cost.

Dave moved to set the prices of the lots in the Stevens County Industrial Park at $16,000.00 per acre for the front lots and back lots $12,000.00 per acre for improved lots including sewer and water specials. Jim seconded. Motion carried.

Dave moved to pay for the Pioneer Manor sign out of the monies used for the building of the Pioneer Manor. Jim seconded. Motion carried.

By motion the Board adjourned.

Hugoton For Christ “For nothing will be impossible for God” Luke 1:32 This is a special invitation for all the people of Hugoton and the surrounding areas, Campaign of Salvation, Restoration, Divine Healing, and Liberation Date: August 24-25 Time: 7:00 p.m.

Location: Church Strong Tower 10th & Jefferson St. in Hugoton, Ks Speical Guest: Evangelist Victor Negron from Puerto Rico For more information contact Pastor Manuel Santana at: (620)544-1597 or (620)428-6536 Powerful Message that can Change YOUR LIFE!!

Hugoton Para Cristo “Porque nada hay imposible para Dios” Lucas 1:32 Esta es una invitación especial para toda la gente de Hugoton y sus alrededores Fecha: 24-25 de Agosto Hora: 7:00 p.m.

Lugar: Iglesia Torre Fuerte 10th & Jefferson St. Campaña de Salvación, Restauración, Sanidad Divina y de liberación!!!

Invitado Especial desde Puerto Rico: El Evangelista Victor Negron Para mas información contactar al Pastor Manuel Santana al: (620)544-1597 Oh (620)428-6536 Mensaje de Poder que cambiara TU VIDA para SIEMPRE!!!

‘Hang on and let go’

at the Main ARTery

Pioneer Manor resident Charles Ratledge gives the pulleys a good workout in the exercise room to maintain upper body strength.

Pioneer Manor resident Dorcas Mead and restorative aid Bonnie Powell share a few smiles while doing the daily workout.

“Hanging On and Letting Go” is the theme chosen by the Main ARTery of Ulysses for their upcoming art display. Cooperative artists of the Main ARTery combine their work for collective thematic displays. These displays change every two months, with cooperative artists creating new work for each theme. Elaborate window displays reflect these themes.

"We felt that the 'Hanging On and Letting Go' theme reflects many aspects of life in the fall parenting, gardening, farming, and the natural life cycles of the season." states Jeani Gustafson, owner of the cooperative.

"We celebrate art every day at the Main ARTery but we set aside one evening in August annually to have an Art Party." states Tracy Teeter, a member of the artist cooperative.

The artists cordially invite you to join them for an opening reception for this art show. The reception will be at the Main ARTery, 103 S. Main Street in Ulysses, KS, August 24, 2012, from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Enjoy hand-passed hors d'oeuvres and beverages while you view the many interpretations of the theme. There will also be door prizes given throughout the evening.

Main ARTery cooperative artists include: Terry Anderson, Janice Baldwin, Tracy Caffey, Jeani Gustafson, Shalene Henley, Kelly Rae Howard, Fran Smith, and Tracy Teeter, all of Ulysses; Laura Brown of Satanta; Karen Holliday and Jeanie Tomson of Johnson; Ann Palmer, George Phillippy, Marilyn Phillippy and Bill Royer of Syracuse; Carol Salm of Dodge City; Mike Blackard of Beaver, Ok.; and Sandy Campion of Springfield, Co.

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Thursday, August 23, 2012

Big rural brainstorms planned for Powerups What would happen if a hundred 21-39 year olds who are rural by choice would come together to discuss how to sustain communities?

What if the statewide participants were motivated to make Kansas small towns the best place to live for all ages? What if there were no barriers to innovative thinking?

The Kansas Sampler Foundation has announced two Big Rural Brainstorm dates for PowerUps (21-39 year old who are rural by choice). One event will be Monday, October 8 at Camp Wood near Elmdale. The second will be Sunday, October 14 at Horsethief Reservoir park office near Jetmore. The event will take place from 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. There is a registration fee and PowerUps can register at kansassampler.org.

In February, the Foundation had a Big Rural Brainstorm for 200 people from every aspect of rural Kansas.

There were no keynote speakers in this unique format but all 200 participants were considered experts about com-

Pioneer Manor residents Verda Sullivan and Clementine Schmidt get in a little pampering from volunteer Barbara Shelton who comes in to do nails.

“...and miles to go before I sleep...” Pioneer Manor resident Lynetta Willis can get her “miles” in out of the elements and in the company of friends.

STEVENS COUNTY Activity Center - 544-2283 Nutrition Center - 544-8041 ~ Barbara Beeks ~ A nice Monday morning! Lots cooler and a few clouds in the sky.

Looks like the school activities are underway. As we were coming to work, there were lots of young people running. Getting ready for cross country and whatever else. Go Eagles!

We have begun repainting in

the Senior Center. So if you come in and find something out of order, don’t be surprised. You know, we have to clean up the walls once in a while. And it has been a while.

All is well with us here in Your Senior Center. Please come have lunch with us and enjoy the activities available to you.

Weather Watch Tuesday, August 14

Saturday, August 18

Low - 66˚ High - 94˚

Low - 61˚ High - 88˚ Wind speed - 25 Wind gust - 30

Wind speed - 21 Wind gust - 24

Wednesday, August 15 Low - 58˚ High - 99˚ Wind speed - 14 Wind gust - NA

Thursday, August 16

Sunday, August 19 Low - 56˚ High - 85˚ Wind speed - 17 Wind gust - 23

Monday, August 20

Low - 63˚ High - 82˚ Wind speed - 24 Wind gust - 31

Low - 58˚ High - 88˚ Wind speed - 21 Wind gust - 30

Friday, August 17

Wind speed is shown in MPH.

Low - 54˚ High - 90˚ Wind speed - 17 Wind gust - 22

Weather data is taken from the Aviation Weather System at the Hugoton Municipal Airport.

Everyone is welcome.

Have a great week.

Menu Aug. 23...................Baked Ham Aug. 24...........................Brisket Aug. 27..............Sausage Gravy Aug. 28 ...................Burrito Bar Aug. 29 ...............Ham & Beans Aug. 30.......Chicken & Noodles Activities Schedule Thursday, August 23 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

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

Friday, August 24 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

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

Saturday, August 25 Cards .........................6:00 p.m.

Monday, August 27 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

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

Tuesday, August 28 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

Wednesday, August 29 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

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

Thursday, August 30 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

munity sustainability, quality of life, and entrepreneurship.

Forty PowerUps attended this brainstorm and since then had asked for an event just for their age group.

As before, the format will include large group sessions and breakout groups but the topics and other "centers of involvement" will be fluid and relevant to the moment.

Foundation director Marci Penner said, "I can tell you this. To have over a hundred young people bursting at the seams to share their innovative ideas and collective enthusiasm around the topic of community is going to be Kansas-changing. We need young people in our towns but they shouldn't feel like they have to settle. If they are thriving, rural Kansas will thrive, too."

Helping plan the pair of dynamic events are PowerUps Liz Sosa, Garden City; Erika Nelson, Lucas; Christy Hopkins, Tribune; Sarah Werner, Winfield; Julie Roller, Wamego and Abby Amick, Alma. Sosa said, "Young people in rural Kansas just want to connect and engage with other PowerUps, and they want a place where their voice is heard. We're going to have fun talking about all sorts of possibilities."

The Kansas Sampler Foundation will be planning a Big Rural Brainstorm for all ages sometime in 2013. “In the meantime," Penner said, "we hope that communities will encourage their young people to attend one of these events."

Submitted by the Kansas Sampler Foundation.

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AARP to sponsor senior spelling bee at State Fair AARP Kansas is pleased to announce that it will sponsor the first senior spelling bee competition to be at the Kansas State Fair in Hutchinson this year.

Anyone who is 50 or older is eligible to enter the contest which will be help September 13.

"We know that spelling competitions are something our members enjoy as evidenced by our national spelling bee held every year in Wyoming," said AARP Kansas Director Maren Turner. "We're excited to sponsor this event at our state fair and we hope to have a great turnout!"

The first place winner of the spelling competition will receive $100 and the second place winner will receive $50.

Participants are encouraged to register for the spelling bee before September 13 by e-mailing joy@kansasstatefair.com or calling 620-669-3624. Admission to the spelling bee is free, however, participants will have to purchase a ticket to get in to the state fair. There will be a written test prior to the oral competition.

Both will be held in the Encampment Building beginning at 9:00 a.m.

For more information, visit http://www.aarp.org/ks.

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ROLLA NEWS Ropin’ Robson excells at Joe Beaver’s school

By Mary Courtney

Morgan Robson spent two days in Goodwell, Ok. this month at the Joe Beaver ropin’ school.

With over thirty other young people, she learned the nuances of ropin’ by practicing on dummies, tanks, and calves. She admits Mr. Beaver did a little yelling to encourage his students, but she learned a lot from the experience. At the

end of the two day camp, Morgan won the jackpot by outperforming all of her classmates.

At the Haskell County Fair, Morgan placed third, and is looking forward to her career on the rodeo circuit.

She is a seventh grade student at Rolla Middle School.

Morgan’s parents are Dave and Brandi Robson.

Rolla seventh grader Morgan Robson as she attends Joe Beaver’s Ropin’ School in Goodwell, Ok.

Rolla students head back to school with a full calendar of events Robin the horse is pictured at Joe Beaver’s Ropin’ School where Morgan Robson attends to practice roping dummies, tanks and calves. Morgan learns a lot during the two-day instructional undertaking.

UMC plans back to school picnic The Rolla United Methodist Church is sponsoring a back to school, back to church, back to Sunday School picnic Sunday, August 26.

Young people are invited to show up for volleyball and fellowship at 4:00 p.m. at the

church. Everyone is welcome at the picnic beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the park.

Please bring a side dish to share, if you are able. There will be plenty of fun, food, and fellowship and everyone is welcome!

August 23 - Rolla Booster Club back to school dinner August 24 - Benefit garage sale/bake sale for Eli Hull, Rolla Civic Center, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.

August 25 - Benefit garage

sale/bake sale for Eli Hull at the Rolla Civic Center, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.

August 26 - Back to School picnic: Young people’s fellowship starts at 4:00 p.m.; everyone else invited at 5:30 p.m.

The opening of a new school year brings many activities and a full calendar for area residents.

Thursday night, the community is invited to bring a covered dish and enjoy the festivities at the Booster Club back to school dinner. The booster club will provide the meat, so bring side dishes, salads, and desserts. Following the meal,

parents of athletes will meet with coaches to discuss the upcoming season.

High school volleyball starts its season Saturday with a tournament at Healy.

Play begins at 9:00 a.m.

Tuesday, August 28, the girls will be on the court with a quad at Rolla; competition starting at 4:00 p.m.

Joe Beaver and Morgan Robson

Katy’s projects “fare” well at Look who’s new recent Morton County Fair Katy Howe had an exciting and successful Morton County Fair and is getting her exhibits ready for the Kansas State Fair. Her pigs won the third and fourth place blue ribbon while her goats took the class champion awards. Katy’s market lamb was the class champion, but she took the Grand Champion prize for breeding sheep!

In woodworking, Katy won a blue ribbon for her 4-H project and won grand cham-

Come help us Richard Marquardt’s 80th Birthday!

Saturday, September 1

2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Rolla Senior Center

NmotioN Studio in Elkhart

will have a come and go registration Thursday, August 23 from 6-8 p.m.

Dance, cheer, tumbling and karate classes will be offered this fall. For more info contact Steffani Perry at 580-544-2607.

There will be a Karate demonstration and early registration at the studio at 5:00 p.m. Wed, Aug 22.

Rolla Community Learning Center Come Join Us! Enrollment Began Monday, August 20 CLC open from : 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Monday through Thursday

Rolla Community Learning Center 204 Van Buren, Rolla, Kansas 67954 620-492-1788 E-mail: clc.stanton_county@swprsc.org Phone: 620-492-1788 or 620-492-1940 Alternate Address for Contacting your friendly CLC Coordinator is: Stanton County Community Learning Center 502 N. Main (south side doors under sign) Johnosn City, KS 67885 E-mail: clc.stanton_county@swprsc.org 620-492-1788

Joyful new parents Janna and Tim Dunn welcome their beautiful baby girl Adria Ruth into the world August 15.

Adria Ruth joins Dunns Adria Ruth Dunn was born August 15, 2012 to Tim and Janna Dunn.

She weighed six pounds, nine ounces and was nineteen inches long.

Janna and Adria are doing great after the exciting entrance into the world.

According to reports, Grandma Lois Dunn is enjoying the new baby and refuses to share her cuddling time. Grandparents also include Janna Dunn's parents Dick and Jane Jepson from Topeka.

pion, reserve grand champion, champion and reserve champion for her open projects. She earned several ribbons for her photography project, but will be taking her flower or white log chain picture to the state fair. Her tshirt rag quilt was awarded a blue ribbon.

Many 4-Her’s and open class competitors know that September deadline is fast approaching, and will be getting their exhibits ready for competition.

Benefit garage sale planned this weekend for little Eli Hull Proceeds from the garage sale at Rolla Civic Center this Friday and Saturday will be used to help with medical expenses incurred by Kim and Josh Hull, whose son, Eli was born at twenty-four weeks and weighed one pound eleven ounces and was twelve inches long. Eli is currently

in the NICU at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita.

Anyone wishing to donate items or baked goods may contact Arleen Clinesmith at 593-4345 or Cassie Thrall at 620-360-0813. Arleen and Cassie will be at the Civic Center all day Friday for drop-off’s and donated items.

School supplies for Rolla schools listed Rolla Elementary School Supplies 2012-2013 (Please label your child’s supplies) PRESCHOOL - Mrs. Villa 1 Backpack (larger than 8-1/2” x 11” 1 Pair of Fiskars Blunt Point Scissors 1 Glue Stick 1 Box Crayola Twistable Crayons 1 Box of Washable Crayola Markers (8 basic colors) 1 Plastic School Box for Supplies 2 Boxes of Kleenex 1 Full Change of Clothing (include sock & underwear) 1 Package of Clorox Wipes 1 Pink Pearl Eraser 1 Package of Colored or Gel pens 1 Package of Regular #2 Pencils KINDERGARTEN - Mrs. Pinkley 1 Package #2 Pencils 1 Pink Pearl Eraser 1 Fiskars Blunt Point Scissors 1 Large Glue Stick 1 Box of Crayola Twistable Crayons 1 Package of Colored or Gel Pens 1 One-Subject Spiral Notebook 1 Backpack 2 Boxes of Tissues 1 Plastic School Box (10” x 7” x 2”) 1 Towel or Mat 1 Change of Clothes in a Labeled Bag (include socks & underwear 1 Package of Clorox Wipes NO PENCIL SHARPENERS OPTIONAL: iTunes Gift Card for purchasing iPad Applications

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Glue Sticks Scissors with Pointed Tips Large Boxes of Tissues Book Bag (No Wheels) Packages Wide-Ruled Notebook Paper

THIRD GRADE - Mrs. Wiley 2 Large Boxes of Tissues 12 Pencils (NO MECHANICAL PENCILS) 1 Box of 24 or more Crayons 1 Scissors 1 Box Cap Erasers (Erasers that fit on top of pencils) 1 Box of Colored Pencils 1 Small Bottle Elmer’s Glue 2 Large Glue Sticks or 4 Small Glue Sticks 3 Wide-Ruled Spiral Notebooks (Approx 100 pages each) 3 Highlighter Markers - Blue - Yellow - Pink 1 Ruler with Inches & Metric 1 Package Markers (approximately 8)

FIRST GRADE - Ms. Jarvis Book Bag & Paint Shirt for Art Class The Rolla Lions Club is donating all the supplies for the Rolla First Graders. Their supplies will be handed to them on the first day of school.

FOURTH GRADE - Mrs. Clark 1 Scissors - Large 1 Package #2 Pencils 1 Pink Eraser 1 Ruler with Inches & Metric 2 Big Glue Sticks 1 Bottle White Glue Colored Pencils or Crayons 2 Boxes of Tissues 1 Folder or Accordion Folder (for homework) 2 Packages Wide-Rules Notebook Paper 5 Pocket Folders for Subjects 1 Composition Notebook for Science Fair 1 Single-Subject Notebook for Journal ** Please do not bring 3-Ring Binders or Trapper Keepers NO Hand Held Pencil Sharpeners

SECOND GRADE - Mrs. Fisher 2 Wide-Ruled Spiral Notebooks 2 Packages Yellow #2 Pencils (Sharpened) 2 Pink Soft Erasers 1 Ruler with Inches & Metric 1 Box of 16 Crayons 1 Package of 8 Skinny Markers 1 Folder 1 School Box (10” x 7” x 2”) 1 Bottle White Glue

FIFTH GRADE - Mrs. Long 1 Expandable Folder with 6-8 Pockets 2 Pocket Folders to put paper in 1 Package Wide-Ruled Loose Leaf Paper 1 Package #2 Pencils (NO Mechanical Pencils) 1 Package Colored Pencils 1 Package Fine Point Markers 1 Spiral Notebook

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Bottle of White Glue Boxes of Tissues Scissors Glue Sticks USB for Computer Info Highlighter 3-Ring Binder for Scrapbook

Tab Dividers (Optional) Composition Book (Science Fair) Kleenex Required for Mr. Bentley (Computer) 1 Large Box Tissues

Rolla Junior High Supplies 2012-2013 - Each JH student is required to bring the following supplies: 2 Large Boxes Tissues for Homeroom Package of #2 Pencils Ruler with Metric Units Package of Pens Pointed Scissors 2 Erasable Ink Pens 4 Large Glue Sticks Wide-Lined Loose-Leaf Paper 2 Bottles of Rubber Cement Colored Pencils Fine Line Magic Markers

Rolla High School Supplies 20122013 - Each HS student is required to bring the following supplies:

Additional supplies needed for specific classes as applicable: Required for Mrs. Hart (7th & 8th English) 3-Ring Binder (1-1/2” - 2”) Highlighters Pens/Pencils Scrapbook and Supplies (Autobiography Project) Various artistic materials for projects Index Cards (research project) 2 Boxes Kleenex 100-200 page spiral notebook for class

Additional supplies needed for specific classes as applicable:

2 Large Boxes Kleenex for Homeroom 2 Erasable Ink Pens 4 Large Glue Sticks Wide-Lined Loose-Leaf Paper Pointed Scissors Colored Pencils Fine Line Magic Markers Package of #2 Pencils Ruler with Metric Units Package of Pens

Required for Mrs. Hart (9-11 English) Spiral Notebook (at least 100 pages) Pens & Pencils Highlighters Loose Leaf Paper USB Flash Drive (optional) Various artistic materials for projects Index Cards 3-Ring Binder (1-1/2” x 2”)

Required for Ms. Courtney (7th Reading & 8th Math) 3” 3-Ring Binder Colored Pencils Scissors Pencils 2 500-page reams of paper

Required for Mrs. Huddleston: (HS Advanced English/College Comp) Package of Highlighters (at least 4 colors) 1 Composition Notebook 2” 3-Ring Binder with Tab Dividers Index Cards Kleenex

Required for Mrs. Denton (6th English & Reading, 6th Math, 6th Social Studies, 7th Social Studies) Spiral Single-Subject Notebook for Each Class 1 Composition Notebook for English 2” 3-Ring Binder with Tab Dividers 6 Red Pens

Required for Mrs. Greene: (HS Science) 2” 3-Ring Binder (or recycled old binder) Tab Dividers (Optional) Kleenex Composition Book (Science Fair)

Required for Mrs. Greene (JH Science) 2” 3-Ring Binder (or recycled old binder)

Required for Mrs. Taylor: (FACS & Computer) 1 Large Box Tissues

The Hugoton Hermes

History From The Hermes Compiled by Ruthie Winget Thursday, August 30, 2007 Tracy Archuleta was sworn in as the new postmaster of Hugoton August 23, 2007. Mrs. Archuleta has been with the Postal Service for the past twenty years. She has been employed at the Liberal facility for all that time.

Thursday, August 29, 2002 Larry and Connie Slemp celebrate their thirtieth wedding anniversary. They were united in marriage August 19, 1972 at St. Paul United Methodist Church in Liberal.

The couple have three children, Brad, Jason and Michael.

Michael Z. Hershey has entered Basic Cadet Training at the U.S. Airforce Academy, Colorado Springs, Co. in preparation to enter the first academic year at the academy.

Thursday, August 27, 1992 Velma Mae Floyd and Maynard E. Dean exchanged wedding vows. The ceremony was witnessed at the First Christian Church in Hugoton with Max Johnson officiating.

Thursday, August 26, 1982 Tony Stegman has been racing a Formula 440 car for the past three years and has established track records throughout the midwestern division of the Sports Car Club of American Circuit for the class. Stegman’s car is called the Red Devil.

The 1982 Pioneer King is Sherman Brollier and the Pioneer Queen is Susie Ausbun.

Thursday, August 24, 1972 Tammy Lee won a Grand Champion ribbon for her Black Angus steer. Miss Lee, 12, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Lee.

Thursday, August 30, 1962 Judy Gracey was crowned Miss Sorghum Queen of 1962.

Runners-up were Connie Curtis and Joyce Timmons.

Rodger Thompson and Jan Kilbourne will captain the 1962 Hugoton Eagles football squad.

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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School Board approves 2012-2013 budget The Hugoton USD #210 Board of Education met in a for the annual budget hearing session Tuesday, August 21, 2012 in the High School Conference Room. The USD #210 Board of Education members present were Martin Daharsh, Doug Martin, Stephanie Heger, Todd Gayer and Nancy Honig. Don Beesley and Barry Hittle were absent. Also present were Superintendent Mark Crawford, Clerk of the Board Traci Shields, Davonna Daharsh and Kay McDaniels. The members present signed a Waiver of Notice of Special Meeting and approved the Agenda.

Superintendent Crawford reported it has been an excellent week. The kickoff gathering with all teachers Monday went very well. The special guest presenters were four high school and middle school teachers from Cimarron and South Gray. These teachers shared their success stories about how they have successfully integrated technology into the classroom.

Both Cimarron HS and South Gray HS have had a 1:1 laptop initiative for several years. Mark also discussed transportation and the bus routes and how everything is falling into place in preparation for the first day of

school.

The board approved the 2012-2013 budget.

The board approved the resignations of Kathy Allen, Elementary School Nurse’s Aide and Jessica Mendoza, Kindergarten Aide.

New hires approved by the board were Rogelio Hernandez, cleaning foreman; Lorenzo Martinez, Adela Badillo and Jose Perez, custodians.

The board approved Heritage Christian Academy students to ride from USD 210 buses from the elementary school to their home.

The meeting was adjourned.

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

Bud Heaton of Hugoton and his trained horse will be one of the featured performers at the Stevens County Fair and Gascapade here September 30 and October 1 and 2. Bud has been making the rodeos and fairs in the great southwest the past few years and he is getting a big acclaim every place he goes. Bud is a trainer of horses and mules. He is an accomplished rider and trainer. The people of this county are very proud of the manner in which Bud is supporting the fair and Gascapade. From the September 10, 1948, issue of The Hugoton Hermes.

PUBLIC NOTICE

(First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, August 16, 2012)

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The following is a listing of 2011 unpaid Real Estate taxes due the Stevens County Treasurer as of August 10, 2012. A $16.00 advertising fee per parcel and interest at the rate 7% will be added to the tax amount shown. If the taxes remain unpaid as of September 4, 2012, 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 2011 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

Thursday, August 28, 1952 L.A. Barnes sold his hardware store in Hugoton to Neal Floyd of Beaver, Ok. Mrs. Floyd will be remembered as the former Mae Hagaman.

Thursday, August 23, 2012

The Stevens County Gas and Historical Museum had a good month, with 86 total visitors! Thirty-three Hugotonites were in that number, and 53 out-of-towners.

From Kansas, visitors included ones from Moscow, Hutchinson, Lawrence, Liberal, Ohatha, Wichita, Ulysses, Ottawa, Kansas City, Belle Plaine, Ellinwood, Hoisington and Satanta.

From Texas, folks came from Diball, Hudson, Jayton, Amarillo and Lufkin. Oklahoma guests included some from Sand Springs, Woodward, Oklahoma City, Tyrone, Hooker and Harrah. We had visitors from two California cities: Pleasant Hill and Fort Bragg. From Arizona, they came from Mesa and Tuscon. We also had several other out-of-state visitors, including some from Riverton, Wy., Bowman, Mt., Percell, Mo., Pittsburg, Pa. and Nashville, Tn. The Museum even had some foreign visitors, coming

from Germany, Mexico and New Zealand.

I asked the couple from New Zealand if they were visiting relatives. They said, “Yes and we’re spending our kids’ inheritence!”

Our summer help is through for the summer.

Linda Williams is going to Parsons to live and Linda Mc-

Creery will be working in the Moscow school system. We have enjoyed working with them and will miss them.

We invite you to visit us at 905 S. Adams. Our hours are 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. We’re also open from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Saturday.

You can now find The Hermes classifieds ONLINE at

hugotonhermesnews.com/classifieds It’s that easy to find great deals in Stevens County!

Garage Sales, For Rent, For Sale, Help Wanted, EVERYTHING in print can be viewed online!

To submit ads: email hermesma@pld.com or call 620-544-4321

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PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, August 16, 2012) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS

OF

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF LARRY G. RANDLE, DECEASED Case No. 12-PR-28 NOTICE TO CREDITORS THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that on August 8, 2012, a Petition was filed in this Court by Mark Randle, an heir and executor named in the Last Will and Testament of Larry G. Randle, deceased, dated May 9, 2001, requesting the Will filed with the Petition be admitted to probate and record; Peti-

tioner be appointed as Executor, without bond; and Petitioner be granted Letters Testamentary.

All creditors of the decedent are notified to exhibit their demands against the Estate within the latter of four months from the date of first publication of notice under K.S.A. 592236 and amendments thereto, or if the identity of the creditor is known or reasonably ascertainable, 30 days after actual notice was given as provided by law, and if their demands are not thus exhibited, they shall be forever barred.

Mark Randle, Petitioner BROLLIER, WOLF & KUHARIC Box 39, Hugoton, KS 67951 (620) 544-8555 Attorney for Petitioner

PUBLIC NOTICE

(First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, August 9, 2012) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS

OF

IN THE MATTER OF THE MARRIAGE OF ISABELL GARCIA and SAUL VAZQUEZ Case No. 12DM38

Stevens County, Kansas, by Isabell Garcia, praying for an absolute decree of divorce from Saul Vazauez; and for other relief.

You are hereby required to plead to said Petition on or before the 9th day of October, 2012, in the District Court at Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon said Petition.

NOTICE OF SUIT THE STATE OF KANSAS TO SAUL VAZQUEZ, AND ALL OTHER PERSONS WHO ARE OR MAY BE CONCERNED: You are hereby notified a Petition has been filed in the District Court of

ISABELL GARCIA Petitioner TATE & KITZKE L.L.C. 1024 S. Trindle, P.O. Box 909 Hugoton, KS 67951 (620) 544-2103

Find The Hermes classifieds ONLINE at

hugotonhermesnews.com/classifieds It’s that easy to find great deals in Stevens County!

“Notes From Nancy”

by Stevens County FACS Agent Nancy Honig

Cooking with Diabetes If you or a loved one has diabetes, there is an excellent opportunity available for you.

There will be a Cooking with Diabetes program in Liberal Tuesday, October 23 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. The program is sponsored

by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas and K-State Research and Extension.

It is designed for a diabetic person and one guest to attend and learn tips for healtful eating, how to manage your diabetes and a chance to sample diabetic friendly recipes. This program has been offered in the past and fills up very quickly. If you are interested in attending call 620624-5604 or register online at www.bcb sks.com. Understanding and managing your diabetes can literally save your life. Please consider attending this program.

Home Clean Home for College Students Having just dropped off a kid at college, this is information I related to, and thought others would as well. If you have a child of college age you know that keeping the dorm room clean probably isn’t the latest topic being tweeted. But keeping dorm rooms clean can help keep

Garage Sales, For Rent, For Sale, Help Wanted, EVERYTHING in print can be viewed online!

To submit ads: email hermesma@pld.com or call 620-544-4321 Solution to August 16, 2012 puzzle

students healthy and doing the things they enjoy like football games, hanging out, partying and finding some time to study!

When your son or daughter goes off to college, equip them with the necessary supplies and understanding about the role that they can play in germ control.

Help your kids understand that if your shower is black, or all the kids in your dorm have athletes’ feet, it’s past time to clean and disinfect. Once clean, they can keep it clean by spraying the shower walls while damp and wiping them after each use.

Students should clean their floor daily with a broom, wet mop, dust mop or micro fiber mop to keep the hair, dust and crumbs - and bugs - under control.

Students should wipe out the microwave and refrigerator immediately if there is a spill. They should wash dishes - cups and silverware too - after eating.

Dirt, oil or germs from hands can mark up cell phones and laptop or tablet screens. Students should wipe them at least daily, and wash their hands before using to minimize the grime.

Students can help prevent the spread of MRSA at school by

using a clean towel between their skin and the exercise equipment and wiping down the equipment they touch with a disinfectant wipe.

You teach your kids to share, but when it comes to razors, sports gear, underwear and other personal items, it’s better for your student’s health to be selfish. Students should also get personal with the laundry room.

Cleaning their sheets and clothes regularly will keep them healthy.

Laundry Must Bed sheets should be washed at least every two weeks, more often if you sweat a lot at night.

Pajamas should be washed after three or four wears. If you shower before bed, you may get a few more wears before washing.

Bath towels should be hung to dry between uses and washed after three or four normal uses, or more frequently if you participate in sports.

Underwear and socks should be washed after each wearing.

Bras can be worn two-three times before washing. Be sure to give your bra a rest day in between wearing to give the elastic a chance to regain its shape.

T-shirts, tank tops and

camisoles should be washed after each wearing. Outer clothes like dress shirts and khakis can be worn a few times before washing, unless it is hot out and you are sweating or they are visibly dirty or stained.

Jeans can typically be worn three times before washing.

Leggings and tights should be washed after every wear to get rid of the baggy knees.

Typically suits can be worn several times during normal use before dry cleaning - three-fourtimes for wool and four-five times for synthetics.

Depending on your lifestyle or environment you may need to dry clean more often. Smoky bars, smog or smelly environments, or if your suit gets stained, may mean that you need to clean them more often.

Bathing suits should be washed after every wear.

Exceptions to the rules: whites and silks are prone to discoloration and should be cleaned after every wear. If your clothes get stained, wash, spot clean or dry clean as soon as possible - this will extend the garment´s life which will be greener in the long run since you won´t need to replace the item.

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 DRIVERS: Sign-on bonus!

Regional runs. Great miles, benefits, vacation, 401(k). Expanding fleet wants you!

Apply: www.heyl.com. 800973-9161.

(4p32) -------------NEEDED IMMEDIATELY: Helpers as soon as possible.

Must be able to use manual blood pressure machine and drive to doctor appointments. Also some minor personal help and household work. Call Edna 544-2229.

HELP WANTED: USD 210 is hiring Activity Bus Drivers.

Class B CDL needed - USD 210 will assist new drivers with getting one if necessary.

Call USD 210 Transportation Director Lorenzo Cruz at 620-544-5795.

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JET DRIVE-IN(1p34) Waitress

Evening & Weekend Must be 18

Apply in Person 401 S. Main - Hugoton

The Hooker Soda Fountain and Grill in Hooker, Ok. is now accepting applications for

Waitresses, Cooks and Dishwashers.

Please come by the Earth Tech office, 102 Broadway St. in Hooker, or please call 580-652-3924 or 580-302-4770 for applications.(tfc32)

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Hourly Management Position Available ALCO is hiring a high-caliber group manager with leadership and organizational skills who can execute outstanding store operations and ensure great customer service. The qualified candidate must have at least one year of experience managing others in a fastpaced, energetic retail environment, along with experience in the areas listed below: - Retail store operations - Merchandising - Supervisory experience - Customer services - Retail sales Apply online at www.alcostores.com or in person at 509 W. 11th Hugoton, Ks. (4c31)

SOUTHWEST FAMILY STEAKHOUSE HUGOTON

is now taking applications for a Hostess, Waitresses, Kitchen Help and Dishwashers.

Must be dependable, punctual and have a good work ethic.

Call 544-4539 to schedule an interview(3c34) Owner Operators TANKER DROP & HOOK Hauling Milk for Dairy Farmers of America Home Time Every Other Day. Minimum $3,700/week!

100% Fuel Surcharge!

Dedicated to one customer and dedicated routes Ask about our Greatcare & Greatprice plan options to save on fuel, major medical, retirement, wellness & business services. Lease purchase program with down payment assistance.

Class A CDL & 1 year experience, with at least 6 months tanker experience.

Call 888-221-6002 DriveForGreatwide.com Text GREATWIDE to 30364

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MOSCOW RECREATION COMMISSION

is currently looking to fill an open seat on the Recreation Board. If you are interested in this position, please send a letter of interest to: PO Box 68, Moscow, Ks. 67952 (4c32)

GLB Meters is looking for dependable part time shop help with potential for full time. Flexible hours. Will train. Drivers License required. Ability determines starting pay.

Send contact info and previous employment to: PO Box 517, Hugoton, Ks. 67951

HELP WANTED: PART TIME SCALE OPERATORS United Prairie Ag, LLC, is accepting applications for Harvest Scale Operators in our Hugoton office. This is a part-time position working evenings and weekends a must.

Interested persons should apply in person (2c33) at 509 NW Ave. Hugoton, Ks United Prairie Ag is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug free workplace

CURRENT OPENINGS AT STEVENS COUNTY HOSPITAL, MEDICAL CLINIC AND PIONEER MANOR NURSING HOME

Stevens County Healthcare is searching for Full-time, Part-time and PRN RNs or LPNs to work the Med/Surg floor. These positions are for both day and night shifts (7 am-7 pm and 7 pm-7am). All candidates must have a Kansas RN/LPN license to be eligible. We offer outstanding benefits, competitive wages, sign-on bonus (FT and PT only) and mileage reimbursement if individual lives 15 miles or more outside of Stevens County. (tfc15) Stevens County Healthcare is searching for Full-time RNs, LPNs and CMAs 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. We offer excellent benefits and competitive wages.

(3c30) Stevens County Healthcare is searching for a Full-time Medical Assistant to work in our Rural Health Medical Clinic. This position is Monday through Friday and one Saturday morning every five to six weeks. Interested candidates must have completed the Medical Assistant program and be licensed to be considered for this position. We offer an excellent benefits package and competitive wages.

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Please contact Robyn Medina in Human Resources for an application 620-544-8511

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HELP WANTED (2c33)

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

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.

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

1105 S. Madison- 4 bed/2 b, cen H/A, fpl, fence, att garage, basement. Call for details.

Gas company pays up to 20,000 KW of electric usage per year.

848 Road G. - This all electric 2 story home with 5 bedrooms comes with 6 acres of land and 2 new heating and air conditioning systems. $145,000.00 Additional acreage available. Call today!

612 E. 4th St. - Nice 2001 Manufactured home on full basement. Each bedroom on main level has its own private bathroom. 2 bedrooms in basement with possibility of more. Basement also has hookup for second utility room. Can access basement from inside house or from garage.

600 S. Harrison Street - CUTE!! Brick, 2 bed/1.5 b, att garage, cen H/A, and more!!

Call for details!!

Interested persons should apply in person at 509 NW Ave. in Hugoton or 300 N. Road 20 in Moscow

1505 S. Madison St. - Nice 4 bedroom/2 bath home on large corner lot. Very nice layout, 3 car garage with work shop attached to end garage.

Bedroom 4 has access to garage. This is a must see.

United Prairie Ag is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug free workplace

20579 Road D, Moscow, KS - Reduced Price! Completely remodeled and renovated 2bd/1b home with 5 acres! $40,000!!

101 S. Madison- $2,500 BUYER INCENTIVE!!! 3 bed/2 bath, central H/A, fence, attached garage. storage shed. Call for details!!!

SOLD

Are you ready to see where your DRIVE can take you and enjoy providing excellent customer service?

801 S. Main Street - Price Reduced!! 3 bed/2 bath, cen H/A, fence, oversized garage, fpl, lots of storage. Call for details!!

Then we would love to have you join our fast growing team!

SOLD

208 West 1st Street - Nice split level home, 3 bed/2bath, bonus room, 2 living areas, fpl, oversized single garage, fence, appliances, and much more!! Call today for your special showing!!

PRICE REDUCED: 1109 S. Madison St. - All you could ever want in a home. Home has 8 bedrooms, 4 1/2 bathrooms, 2 Living areas. Basement family room is equipped with cabinets, sink, and cook top. Bathroom downstairs has a large whirlpool tub. Kitchen and upstairs bath recently remodeled. New appliances in kitchen. Back porch remodeled and enclosed and nice sitting patio next to porch.

Lots in Spikes Addition 504 S. Wildcat Ct. 617 E. 4th

Position: Full-time Parts and Service Writer Skills needed: Exceptional customer service with a positive attitude; must be proficient in computer skills and knowledgeable of auto parts.

Benefits include Health and Dental care (Blue Cross/Blue Shield); paid vacation and holidays. Compensation based upon experience.

615 - 623 S. Monroe- Commercial propertyformerly Ann's Port and Motel. Great Business opportunity with ample parking. Call to see this property today!!!

Apply in person at 531 S. Jackson in Hugoton

522 West 7th - 4 bed/2 b, full basement, cen heat, open parking, corner lot. Call for details!!

or call 620-544-7800

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515-517 West 6th - Commercial Building and Lot - 40x140 Metal building with land.

Call for details!!

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

Karen Yoder- 544-4161 or Cellphone 544-3730 Chance Yoder - Salesperson Agricultural Land Residential & Commercial Specialist

Karen Yoder

Chance Yoder- Cellphone 544-1907 “Call Us For All Your Real Estate Needs”

Chance Yoder

FOR SALE BY OWNER FOR SALE BY OWNER ts Mus

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$12, 50 $11,9 0 95

603 Madison in Rolla

2 slideouts, electric jack, queen size bed, good condition, lg bathroom w/ tub & shower, microwave, refrigerator, stove, air conditioner, 2 new spare tires

(620) 428-1042 CELLULAR

(620) 624-1212 BUSINESS

FOR RENT FOR RENT: 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments. Furnished or unfurnished. Bills included, washer and dryer, and cable.

Call 544-2232. (tfc) --------------APARTMENT FOR RENT: 2 bedroom, 1 car garage, Central Heating/Air, all appliances, 620-544-1714. (tfc33) --------------FOR RENT: 2 bedroom mobile home. Uptown. Call James 544-2129.

(3c33) --------------FOR RENT: Space for small trailer or RV. Call James 5442129.

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GARAGE SALES GARAGE/MOVING SALE: Saturday, August 25, 8:00 a.m., 700 S. Polk, in the alley, Antiques, Furniture, Lots!

--------------YARD SALE: Saturday, August 25, 8:00 a.m., 1036 Polk --------------FOUR FAMILY GARAGE SALE: Saturday, August 25, 8:00 a.m., 910 Lincoln, Lots of Various Size Clothes, Toys & Household Items ---------------

CHILDCARE NEEDED Childcare Needed 3 year old girl - Weekdays only Must be responsible, playful and energetic

Call Lacy @314-471-1775

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ACCEPTING BIDS NOW ACCEPTING BIDS: Hugoton Airport is taking bids on a large water cooler. Condition and age unknown. Submit bids to: PO Box 130, Hugoton, Ks. 67951 by September 4, 2012.

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FOR RENT: 3 bedroom mobile home. 134 1/2 Van Buren. Call James 544-2129.

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FOR RENT

40’x80’ Lined & Insulated Metal Building with Office.

Call 544-2945

ROLLA PLAZA APARTMENTS 1 & 2 Bedroom.Rental Assistance Available.

For more information call Dayna Folger at 620-492-3698 (tfc40)

SUNFLOWER PLAZA

Very well-built, beautiful brick home.

4 bedrooms, 2 baths, office, bonus room, full finished basement with huge storeroom, fenced patio, oversized 2car garage, underground sprinkler.

1 bedroom newly decorated apartment for Senior Citizens For Information Call Plaza Office - 544-4011 or Selia Crawford - 544-2182

620-544-5499 or 620-428-2929

if no answer, leave message (tfc48)

THANK YOU The Family of Betty "GOO" Hayes would like to say thank you to the community of Hugoton for all the prayers, phone calls, food, flowers and cards during our loss. It was all so very nice and thoughtful and you will never really know how much it means. Thank you again!

BUSINESS and PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY

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

HOME REPAIR & LAWN CARE

Great Deals ~ Easy Financing ~ Quality Service

Office: (620)544-7800 531 S. Jackson Hugoton, Ks. 67951

Alan D. Higgins, Owner

FDT ELECTRIC(tfc34)

SUPPORT GROUPS

Frankie Thomas, owner

PREGNANT? NEED HELP? Call Birthright of Garden City, 316-276-3605 or Birthline in 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 RECOVERY every Monday night 6:308:00 p.m. at Assembly of God Fellowship Hall, 138 S. Main. (tfc25)

AL-Anon Family Group

Pioneer Manor Family Support 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)

Licensed & Insured Over 30 years experience in Residential & Commercial Wiring

544-5915 or 544-7776

Open Tues & Thurs 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. (tfc37) (tfc15)

3rd Tuesdays - 1:00 p.m.

3rd Thursdays - 5:15 p.m.

Chapel at Pioneer Manor

WANTED WANT TO PURCHASE: Minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557, Denver, Co. 80201. (104p5) --------------NEEDED: Gas stove, refrigerator, full size or queen size box springs and mattress and love seat. Call 544-5616. (tfc31) --------------

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LAWN PRO Will Schnittker

620-544-1517

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Project Hope 1030 S. Main

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CARD OF THANKS

CALL 620-544-6818

307 N. Kansas, Suite 101 Liberal, KS 67901

darrin.hewitt@fbfs.com

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

Feature Of The Week

620-453-0427

GARAGE SALE: Friday, August 24, 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., 101 Liniger in Moscow, Furniture, Antiques, Lots of Kitchen, Miscellaneous --------------GARAGE SALE: Friday, August 24, 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., 201 McLeod in Moscow, Lots of Miscellaneous --------------BENEFIT GARAGE SALE AND BAKE SALE: Friday, August 24, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, August 25, 9:00 a.m.

- 12:00 Noon, Rolla Civic Center ---------------GARAGE SALE: Friday, August 24, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, August 25, 8:00 11:00 a.m., 500 E. Third ---------------

REALTOR® Associate

623 East 4th - Custom built, 5 bed/3.5 b, fin bsmt, appl, fence, att grge, 2 yrs old. Muchmore... Call for your personal showing!

Delivery & stacking available

CAMPER FOR SALE

708 E. Fourth St. NEW CONSTRUCTION!! 3 BR, 2 BA, 2 Car Garage, Full Basement!! Buyer has opportunity to pick colors & other amenities of home. Allowances will be given for paint, flooring, and appliances.

1:00-3:00 p.m.

SOLD

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

Sale includes new tourpack & solo seat, $5500 Text or call

330 Kansas – Elkhart - This is a 3 BR, 1 BA Fannie Mae HomePath property. Purchase this property for as little as 3% down! This property is approved for HomePath Renovation Mortgage Financing. Selling as is no warranty expressed or implied.

1505 S. Madison

1277 Rd W - Country Home with acreage!

Brick 5 bed/3 b, fpl, basement, deck, all electric, 69x48 ship. A Must See!!

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

2003 Coleman Caravan 25 ft. pull camper

SOLD

Oak, Piñon, Mesquite, Pecan & More

1986 Harley Davidson FLH Electraglide

ACT

Sunday, August 26, 2012

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

SOLD

FIREWOOD FOR SALE

CONTR

DARRIN HEWITT

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FOR SALE: 1999 Ford Taurus, 70,000 miles, $4000 OBO, Kenmore Refrigerator with icemaker and water dispenser inside. Very nice, $300. Electric Wheelchair, needs batteries, $1200 negotiable. Call Phil @ 544-1511.

(3c34) --------------FOR SALE: Very nice 3 piece sectional sofa and coffee table. $450. Call 620-544-2161.

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712 E. 5th St.

UNDER

OPEN HOUSE

SOLD

FOR SALE FOR SALE: Tools and couches.

Call Jim 544-2129.

(2c33) --------------FOR SALE: Black Velvet Ranch, Registered Black Angus Bulls, Aaron Plunkett, Syracuse, Ks. 620-384-1101.

(9c31) --------------FOR SALE: 8 long-eared baby basset hounds. Ready to go August 20. Parents AKC registered.

7 females, 1 male. $150 each. Call 620-598-2978.

(2c33) --------------FOR SALE: 5 tricycles & 2 Razor scooters. Call 544-9574.

New Listing 139 Oklahoma Ave. – Elkhart -Fix me up, I sit on a large lot and have a 30 x 24 detached garage. Selling where is as is.

PO Box 473 - Hugoton, Ks. 67951

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

O.D.’s SHOP Small Engine Repair Your Snapper Dealer 620-428-6063 113 S. Main Hugoton

YOUR AD HERE

Only $17.50/month!!!

Call 544-4321 TODAY to find out more!!!

600 E. 11th

IN STOCK *Carpet

*Tile

*Laminate *Vinyl

To see YOUR business here, call 544-4321 or email hermesma@pld.com!

The Hugoton Hermes

Thursday, August 23, 2012

STEVENS COUNTY CORN PLOT TOUR

Tuesday, August 28, 2012 6:00 p.m.

2.5 miles west on Highway 56.

The plots are on the South side of Highway 56 Come and join us for a corn variety plot tour.

If you have ever wondered how a particular corn variety will do in Stevens County, now is a good time to find out. With 40 different varieties available this would be an invaluable tool to have in your crop decision making tool box.

There will be hamburgers available provided by Circle H Seeds Please RSVP at the Stevens County Extension Office so we can estimate the amount of food needed by calling 620-544-4359.

Corn Variety Sponsors: Kramer Seed Farms- Phillips, Circle H Seed-Mycogen, Chris Heger-Garst, G+AGPioneer, Channel Bio, Premier Ag-Northrup-King, and Harrison Krey-Fontenelle

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Agriculture Corner FSA - NRCS - SCCD 544-2261 USDA is an equal opportunity employer and provider

Drought Affected Kansan August 17, 2012 As Governor Brownback has toured the state assessing the extreme conditions of drought, he witnessed your concerns first hand. As an initial step to address emergency livestock water supply issues, the Kansas Department of Agriculture responded to the message heard across the state for financial assistance to help prepare to capture future rainfall, to drill new wells and other livestock water supply practices. The response to the initiative has been tremendous with more than 2,400 requests in just over a two-week period. The agency made available all the resources it could to begin providing assistance as immediate as possible.

To this point more than $600,000 has been allocated and the agency continues to pursue other funding possibilities to work to meet the inventory needs of over $6,000,000 to this point.

The federal government, through the USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and the Farm Service

Agency (FSA), are working to address emergency needs by allowing the haying and grazing of virtually all Conservation Reserve Program lands, through providing a supplemental allocation to Environmental Quality Incentive Program with $373,000 that will focus on livestock water supply development. The FSA has also submitted a funding request for emergency assistance to develop livestock water supplies as well. It appears that 21 states are eligible to submit requests for allocations from the $14,000,000 allotment. Kansas is waiting to hear how successful that bid was and will proceed through existing programs.

With this being said, we still realize that it will very likely take additional resources to meet the emergency needs of Kansas livestock producers. We will continue to search for funding to help this vital component of the Kansas economy.

Greg A. Foley Executive Director, Division of Conservation Kansas Department of Agriculture

Fresh fruits and vegetables are offered at the Farmers Market behind State Farm Insurance.

Cheryl Parsons and Sydney LeNeve brag about the homemade pies they bought at the Farmer’s Market Friday morning.

Charisse Bansemer shows her delicious wares at the Hugoton Farmer’s Market Friday morning to all the customers.

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

Southwest ResearchExtension Center at Garden City Field Day Thursday August 23, 2012 8:00 a.m.

The Southwest Research and Extension Center will host its Fall Field Day 2012. The Center is located at 4500 E. Mary St. in Garden City. The event begins at 8:00 a.m. with registration, coffee and doughnuts, as well as agricultural product displays.

The program starts at 9:00 a.m. and includes morning field tours and afternoon seminars. A complimentary lunch, sponsored by exhibitors, will be provided.

Stevens County Corn Plot Tour Tuesday August 28, 2012 at 6:00 p.m.

Location: 2.5 miles West of Hugoton on Hwy 56. The plot is located on the South Side of Hwy 56. There will be Hamburgers available. This corn plot has several different seed varieties and companies represented. If you have ever wondered how particular varieties would look and perform now is your chance.

Nitrate Toxicity in DroughtStressed Corn During times of drought, plants such as corn and sorghum tend to accumulate high levels of nitrate in the lower leaves and stalk of the plant. The accumulation is because the plant assimilation of these nitrates into amino acids is slowed because of the lack of water, a crucial component to numerous plant processes. Nitrate toxicity

AUCTION Date: Saturday, August 25th, 2012 Location: 509 S Polk St.

Time: 10:00 AM Ct

Hugoton, Ks 67951

Generator: Onan 20kw nat gas, 4 cyl; Commercial Appliances: Hobart side by side fridge; Vulcan 6 burner dbl oven; Food & plate warmers; salad bar; Sink Point ss sink bay; ss make tables; Cissell commercial clothes washers, Milnor commercial dryers; Household washers, dryers, ovens, refrigerators, chest freezer; Furniture: Dining tables & chairs, side & arm chairs, couches, loveseats; Bernina sewing machine; Filing cabinets; Dr exam table; Shelving units; Bird atrium; end & coffee tables; Piano & Organ; Patio furniture; Wall décor: CARPORT Large carport 16’ wide x 25’ long x 12’ tall (to be moved by buyer)BEAUTY SALON EQUIP 3- salon station chairs & 2 dryers Auctioneer’s note: This is a good auction for restaurant kitchen & dining room equipment.

Commercial washers & dryers or anyone needing furniture or décor.

Sale For: Stevens County Pioneer Manor Excess Equipment TERMS: CASH OR HONORABLE CHECK Everything sold as is. No warranties expressed or implied. Not responsible for theft or accident.

Announcements day of sale take precedence over printed material

See photos & complete listing at www.higgsauction.com Steve Higgs / Auctioneer / REALTOR ® 620-353-0066

Bobbi Higgs / REALTOR® 620-353-8218

in livestock is because of its absorption into the bloodstream and binding to hemoglobin, rendering it unable to carry oxygen throughout the body. The result is eventual asphyxiation and death.

It is wise for producers to test their drought stricken forage prior to harvest. Nitrate testing can be done thru several labs including the K-State Soil Testing Laboratory. Harvesting the forage eight to 12 inches above the ground to avoid the highest concentrations of nitrate in the plant is a good practice. Producers should collect a good representative forage sample above this cutting height to get an accurate determination of what the nitrate level could be.

Depending on the planned feeding method, a producer may wish to harvest different parts of

the plant. If wrapping the forage into a bale and feeding it directly to livestock, a producer may want to test the lowest part of the stalk to determine the greatest risk of nitrate forage that could be ingested by the animal. If a producer was planning on grinding the bale, a whole‐plant sample above what will be left in the field may be a more accurate representation of what will be eaten. If a harvested forage is high in nitrate, blending the feed with another forage such as prairie hay or brome will dilute the total nitrates in the animal’s diet and could potentially reduce the risk of poisoning.

High-nitrate forages chopped for silage and properly ensiled are a safer option for livestock feeding. During the ensile process, potentially 50 percent of the nitrates in the forage will be

metabolized by the microbes and can vastly reduce the risk of poisoning. It is still not a bad idea to leave six inches of stubble in the field. That is the portion of the stem with the highest concentration of nitrates.

Grazing high nitrate forages is a dangerous practice. Although animals tend to consume the leaves and the top portions of the plant, which contain less nitrates, the risk of consuming a high-nitrate portion of the plant still exists. In addition, the longer the animal is left on a field and the more that animal is forced to eat the remaining forage at the lower portions of the plant, the greater risk of nitrate poisoning.

Submitted by Doug Shoup, Southeast Area Crops and Soils Specialist, and Dorivar Ruiz Diaz, Nutrient Management Specialist.

KDHE reports latest results for blue-green algae August 16, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) reported the latest results from testing water samples for blue-green algae, and alerts for two lakes have changed. Centralia Lake in Nemaha County has been moved to the Warning list and Atchison County Park Lake in Atchison County is no longer under a Warning or Advisory status. These are the only changes from last week’s testing results.

When harmful algal blooms are present in recreational waters, KDHE, in cooperation with the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) and other lake managers where appropriate, responds by informing the public of these conditions. This past week’s testing resulted in the warnings and advisories listed below.

KDWPT reminds visitors that when a lake is under an Advisory or Warning, marinas, lakeside businesses, and park camping facilities remain open for business, although swim beaches will be closed. Park drinking water and showers are safe and not affected by the algae bloom. Also, it is safe to eat fish caught during a harmful blue-green algae outbreak, as long as consumers clean and rinse the fish with clean, potable water; consume only the fillet portion; and discard all other parts. People should also wash their hands with clean, potable water after handling fish taken from an affected lake.

When an advisory has been lifted, health officials advise lake visitors to still exercise caution and look out for algae blooms in the water because conditions can change quickly, depending

on the weather. Some algae blooms can look like foam or thick slurry. The blooms can be blue, bright green, brown or red, and they may look like paint floating on the water.

Current Public Health Warnings A Public Health Warning indicates that water conditions are unsafe and direct water contact (wading, skiing and swimming) is prohibited. These Kansas public waters are currently under “Warning” status: Antioch Park Lake (South), Johnson County; Central Park Lake, Shawnee County; Centralia Lake, Nemaha County (moved from Advisory list); Harvey County East Lake, Harvey County; Harvey County West Park Lake, Harvey County; Logan City Lake, Phillips County; McPherson County State Fishing Lake, McPherson County; Memorial/Veterans Lake,Great Bend, Barton County; South Lake Park, Johnson County Current Public Health Advisories A Public Health Advisory indicates that a hazardous condition exists. Water activities like boating and fishing may be safe; however, direct contact with water (wading, swimming) is strongly discouraged for people, pets, and livestock. These Kansas public waters are currently under “Advisory” status: Brown County State Fishing Lake, Brown County; Chisholm Creek Park Lake North, Sedgwick County; Deanna Rose Farmstead, Johnson County; Riggs Park Lake, Sedgwick County Health effects from exposure to blue-green algae can vary.

The most common complaints after recreational exposure in-

clude vomiting, diarrhea, skin rashes, eye irritation and respiratory symptoms. Blue-green algae toxins can also cause deaths in pets. KDHE will continue to monitor these public waters and will update statements as conditions warrant.

More information on algae and algae blooms, including up-todate Advisories and Warnings, can be found at online at kdheks.gov/algae-illness.

KDHE has also issued a stream notice this week. As a result of the statewide drought, Kansas streams and rivers are experiencing extremely low flows and, in some locations, have stopped flowing and are pooled.

Pooled areas become stagnant and have the potential to develop algal blooms, some of which may be dominated by blue-green algae, whose toxins are hazardous for livestock watering.

KDHE advises livestock owners to be aware of conditions on rivers and streams that appear abnormal in color and consider alternative water sources for their stock. Additional information on how to initially screen or have water bodies tested for blue-green algae can be found on KDHE’s website.

Additionally, KDHE has noticed a number of pooled streams having high bacteria concentrations, presenting a risk to anyone using those pools for recreation. KDHE advises citizens to be aware of recreation activities at and above stagnant pools in streams. Those pools may contain high levels of bacteria levels. Use of public water bodies, particularly lakes and reservoirs, continues to be the best opportunity for low-risk water recreation and is encouraged.