Volume 128, Number 43
Thursday, October 22, 2015
16 Pages, 69 Cents Plus Tax Per Copy
Barry Ward will perform Saturday Hugoton High School Girls’ & Boys’ Cross Country
Even though Corey Mirabal had only lived in Hugoton since 2006, he had made many, many friends. Better known as “Pepsi Man”, he later worked for John Deere, 7Up and Sara Lee. Corey was always helping everyone, and he didn’t know a stranger! Because of that, after he passed in 2008, the Mirabal family decided to begin a Scholarship Fund in his memory so everyone could remember Corey and his big heart. This will be the second year to have a dinner and concert with Barry Ward performing. Barry is a family friend of the Mirabals who is originally from Copeland. He is a well - known performer. Barry has won many awards and performed at Carnegie Hall in New York City. He is currently one of the top five nominees in 2015 for Male Performer of the Year by the Western Music Association. Barry was inducted into the Kansas Cowboy Hall of Fame in 2014. He has written and performed
many songs and has also recorded his own albums. The Scholarship Fund awards several scholarships to Stevens County students. If you would like to come out to support the Stevens County community, eat a great meal and meet an awesome entertainer, the dinner and concert will be at the Memorial Hall, 200 E. Sixth, Saturday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m. To purchase tickets prior to the event, contact Tom Mirabal at 620-453-0063. You may also purchase tickets at the door. Everyone is invited! You won’t be disappointed!
Hugoton High School swept the GWAC League meet at Goodland last week, with both girls’ and boys’ teams earning
first places! Find the complete story on page 6 of this week’s Hermes. Photo courtesy of Lisa Rome.
Hugoton Elementary School students used their shirts to fashion a shield just like Captain America’s last Friday, October 9. Coincidentally, the colors red white and blue also supported the
HHS Eagles during the Homecoming game later that evening. Photo courtesy of USD 210.
Corey Mirabal
Kleio is awarded new Body Armor President Nikki Woodrow and Treasurer Kathy Jenzing of the Four Legged Project in Wichita arrived in Hugoton Sunday, October 18 to present Stevens County Sheriff’s Department K9 “Kleio” with her new Body Armor. The armor was purchased
teams named GWAC League Champions!
by the Four Legged Project, whose sole purpose is to vest all K9s in the state of Kansas. The Four Legged Project is a 501k non profit organization. Money for the vests is raised through donations to the project. Department Continued to page 4
K-9 officer Kleio shows off her new bulletproof vest along with her trainer Chris Beltz and Nikki Woodrow of Wichita.
Wednesday, October 21 is School Bus Drivers’ Appreciation Day in Kansas. USD 210’s bus drivers include, left to right, Scott Schechter, Danny Gerrond, Tommy Romero, Judy Zordel, John Moser, Jackie Anderson, Barb Trujillo, Becky Allen, Dwayne Anderson, Tina
Stevens County Economic Development Board meets The Stevens County Economic Development Board met Tuesday, October 13, 2015 at the Senior Center craft room for their regular monthly meeting. Present at the meeting were EcoDevo Director Neal Gillespie and board members Doug Martin, Jack Rowden, Jan Leonard, Ray Hoggatt and Judy Parsons. Also attending were Secretary Ruth Van Horn, Secretary trainee Kay (Horton) Shurtleff and Hermes reporter Ruthie Winget. Board members Joshua Morris and Dan Corpening were absent. Neal opened the meeting by introducing the new secretary trainee, Kay Shurtleff. She will be the new Chamber Director and the secretary of EcoDevo. Kay is the daughter of Roy and Ruth Horton and takes the place of Ruth Van Horn. The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved. Treasurer Jack Rowden reported the checking account balance to be $2,985.39 and the Special Projects balance to be $41,986.35. The board
Anderson, Vernon Anderson, Grant Thompson, Rogelio Hernandez and Will Martin, along with Will’s Great Dane “Duke”. Not pictured are Jerry Guerrero, Galen Keith, Silvas Littrell, Greg O’Loughlin, Kim Williams and Larry Lyder. Photo courtesy of USD 210.
voted to transfer $3,000 from the Special Projects account to the checking account to pay bills. Neal informed the board about the agreement between the Chamber board and the EcoDevo board making Kay the employee of the Chamber of Commerce instead of the EcoDevo as it was previously. The board approved the motion for Doug Martin to sign this agreement. Ruth Van Horn and Kay
Shurtleff reported about their trip to Dodge City to visit with Senator Pat Roberts. This was an ‘invitation only’ meeting for chamber directors and EcoDevo directors. They discussed each community’s projects and issues. Neal informed the board he thought Strategic Planning should be scheduled
for Stevens County this year. This meeting would be for different businessmen to state the different strengths and weaknesses of the community. In this way, Stevens County will be ready for another opportunity - like Kansas Dairy Ingredients - to set up shop. Continued to page 3
Schedule for local Halloween activities updated Believe it or not, Halloween is right around the corner! Several activities have been planned for Hugoton’s kids to enjoy. First up is the HES Halloween Carnival Saturday, October 24 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the HES Gym. Proceeds will benefit Relay for Life. Find out more on page 5 of this week’s Hermes. Next Friday, October 30, Main Street businesses will be handing out candy to kids during the annual Spook Parade Friday, October 30 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Make sure to stop by the Library and Pioneer Manor after you make your way down Main Street! Saturday, October 31 will be the UMC Trunk or Treat event from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the parking lot, and Assembly of God will also host their Trunk or Treat at the Turnaround from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday. Saturday is also the day to Trick or Treat around town! Have a very happy and SAFE Halloween!
Kathryn M. (Steele) Nix receives her award of “Female Alumna for the Year 2015” from the president of the Kansas School for the Deaf. Kathy attended the school from 1962 through 1975.
Kathy Nix receives award Kathryn M. (Steele) Nix and her husband David are well known in the Hugoton and Stevens County neighborhood. Last June, Kathy received a call from a good friend saying the good friend’s husband had been picked as Man of the Year at the school Kathy and her friend attended together in Olathe. The friend told Kathy that she would have a better chance to get her husband to attend if Kathy and David would agree to
accompany them to the ceremony. Of course Kathy and David agreed to go and support their friend. Kathy said they all - including David - tricked her good. They made the trip to Olathe and attended the Alumni ceremony September 19. When they announced the Man of the Year, Kathy was wondering why her friend wasn’t recognized. Then when they announced the Continued to page 3
The Hugoton Hermes
Thursday, October 22, 2015
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Obituaries Joyce Wallace Longtime Stevens County resident Joyce Ann Wallace was born October 3, 1936 to Lawrence and Angie Neuschwanger in Wray, Co. She passed from this life Monday, October 12, 2015. She had just turned 79.
Joyce was raised in the Wray and Brush, Co. area. She met her husband Lawrence in Brush and they were married February 14, 1953. Mr. and Mrs. Wallace moved around the first years of their marriage. Then in 1961 they moved to Hugoton, where they
Stella Vasquez
have lived ever since. She raised seven children and was an active leader in 4-H. She also enjoyed card parties and Square Dancing. Son Gary Wallace of Amarillo, Tx. proceeded Joyce in death along with her father Lawrence of Brush; her mother Angie of Hugoton; her brother Richard Neuschwanger of Brush; and her sister Bonnie Delany of Twin Falls, Id. Joyce is survived by her husband Lawrence A. Wallace of Hugoton; her sons, Rodney Wallace of Larned, Steve Wallace of Holland, Mi. and Roger Wallace of Madison, Tn,; daughters Trudy Craig of Andover, Wanda Thomas of Durant, Ok. and Melody Simon of Goodlettesville, Tn.; her 15 loving grandkids; and 17 loving great grandkids with another on the way. Funeral services were attended Friday morning, October 16 at Assembly of God Church in Hugoton under the direction of Paul’s Funeral Home of Hugoton.
Death has claimed the life of Stella Mary Vasquez. Mrs. Vasquez, age 70, passed away Sunday, October 18, 2015 at her residence in Liberal. Born August 28, 1945 in Denver Co., she was the daughter of Jose Aurelio Aragon and the former Rosa Lujan. April 9, 1966 Stella married Raymond S. Vasquez at Brighton, Co. He survives. Mrs. Vasquez was a homemaker. Other survivors include her daughter Diana Robledo of Liberal; six brothers, Marty Aragon and Manuel Aragon both of Liberal, Lorenzo Aragon of Brighton, Co., Anthony Aragon of Tulsa, Ok., Richard Aragon of Turpin and Paul Aragon of Dyersburg, Tn.; her four sisters, Dora Abeyta and Lillian Riddle, both of Liberal, Julie
Dean of Dyersburg, Tn. and Eleanor Muniz of Brighton; her two grandchildren, Alex and Vincent Lovato; and three great grandchildren, Destiny, Jayden and Andrew Lovato. Mrs. Vasquez is preceded in death by her parents; infant son Johnny Aragon; and infant daughter Joann Aragon. Vigil and Rosary were attended Wednesday evening at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 a.m. Thursday at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Liberal with Fr. James Dieker presiding. Burial will be in Liberal Cemetery. Brenneman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.brenne manfuneralhome.com.
Ardelia “Cookie” Coleman The death of longtime Liberal resident, Ardelia Louise “Cookie” Coleman is being mourned. Mrs. Coleman, 52, passed from this life Sunday, October 18, 2015 at her residence. She was born September 1, 1963, the daughter of Lucies Dinkens and the former Geneva Aldridge. Ardelia attended the Colvin Adult Learning Center in Liberal and earned her G.E.D. She later attended Seward County Community College’s Nursing Program. Employed at Wheatridge Park Care Center as a transporter, Ardelia also worked at Good Samaritan Society-Liberal as a CNA/ CMA and had worked at SKADAF as an Addiction Counselor. September 2, 1995, Ardelia and Floyd Coleman were married at Liberal. Mrs. Coleman was a member of Bibleway Church of God in Christ where she was a Children’s Sunday school teacher and a church usher. She was the District President for the Sunshine Band and the Purity Class. Computer data entry was a gift and talent she willingly helped the church with. She will be greatly missed by her family and her church community. Survivors include hus-
band Floyd; three daughters, Jessica Patterson and husband Jimmy of Oklahoma City, Ok., Octavia Lee and husband Marcus of Fort Worth, Tx. and Sheyvette Dinkens of Topeka; her mother Geneva Wells; five brothers, Danny Dinkens, George Dinkens and Paul Adkism all of Paris, Tx., Robert Dinkens of Amarillo, Tx. and Howard Aldridge of Liberal; her two sisters, Brenda DinkensJones of Amarillo and twin
sister Amelia Dinkens of Columbia, Mo.; and her five grandchildren.
Ardelia is preceded in death by her father and brother Lewis Dinkens. Funeral service will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday at Bibleway Church of God In Christ of Liberal with Pastor Lawrence Johnson presiding. Burial will be in Liberal Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be sent to the American Cancer Society in care of Brenneman Funeral Home, 1212 West Second, Liberal, Ks 67901.
The death of Mabel Pauline Foster has been learned. Mrs. Foster passed from this life Monday, October 19, 2015 at Southwest Medical Center in Liberal. She was 93.
Mabel was born April 2, 1922 in Beaver County, Ok., the daughter of Henry Lubbers and the former Vinny Casady. She graduated in 1940 from Turpin High School in Turpin, Ok. where she was a lifetime resident. June 15, 1940 she married Olen “Red” Foster in Woodward, Ok. He preceded Mabel in death April 26, 1996. Mrs. Foster was a member of the Turpin United Methodist Church and was head of the kitchen committee at the church for many years. She enjoyed reading and was an avid OU fan and loved to be
Ulysses resident Juan Bernardo Madrid Debora passed from this life Sunday, October 18, 2015 at his home. He was 34. Born May 20, 1981 in Sombrerete, Zacatecas Mexico, he was the son of Juan Madrid Hidalgo and Beatriz Debora (Tamayo). Juan was the owner of Madrid Trucking Inc. He married Erika Judith Landeros in May of 2000. Mr. Debora attended Primera Iglesia Bautista for 17 years and taught adult Sunday school classes. Juan enjoyed reading his Bible, spending time with family, and cookouts with family and friends. Survivors include his wife Erika of their home; son
Juanito Madrid and daughter Naomi Madrid both of the home; his mother Beatriz Debora of Ulysses; siblings, Maria de la Luz Amador, Maria Madrid, Maria Ramos, Carmen Madrid, Candelaria Madrid and Gilberto Madrid
all of Ulysses, Manuel Madrid Texas and Claudia of Saquiz of Liberal; and his grandfather Ruperto Debora. Juan is preceded in death by his father; paternal grandparents, Tereso Madrid and Julia Hidalgo; maternal grandmother Antonia Tamayo; and uncle Mauro Debora. Funeral services were attended Tuesday, October 20 at Primera Iglesia Bautista in Ulysses with Pastor Manuel P. Perez officiating. Interment followed at the Ulysses Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the Juan Madrid Debora Memorial Fund in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave, Ulysses, Ks 67880.
riding with his children, or simply being with his horses, Dusty truly believed the outside of a horse was good for the inside of a man. He was a fan of the Nebraska Huskers, Chicago Bears, and Chicago Cubs. He also loved spending time outdoors hunting, skiing, boating, exploring trails on the razor, and riding motorcycles with his children. He took great pride in his children which he exemplified through coaching their sports, taking them to junior rodeos, and spending every spare moment with them. He took every opportunity to serve his family or others in any capacity possible. June 17, 2000, Dusty married his soulmate Tracy Marie Bond in Elkhart. He cherished their 15 years together, portray-
ing unwavering love and devotion. Together, they were able to accomplish their hopes and dreams. He led his family with faithfulness, humility and love. Tracy survives along with their three children, Braxton Wayne 11, Riley Isaac and Reagan LeAnne, both age seven. Other survivors include his father Kent Fowler and wife Kathryn of Elkhart; mother Julie Talbert and husband Gary of Elkhart; his brother Nick Fowler and wife Kory of Imperial, Ne.; sister Sheena Trahern and husband Gavin of Bentonville, Ar.; four step sisters, Katy Andrews and husband Kody of Las Vegas, Nv., Emily Arthur and husband Andy of Denton, Tx., Jessica Garcia and husband Rusty of Leander, Tx. and Stephanie Talbert of Fort Collins, Co.; grandmother JoAnn Fowler of Elkhart; and the several nephews and nieces whom he loved and adored dearly Dusty was preceded in death by his grandparents, Schyler Fowler and Wayne and Velma Roberts. Funeral services were attended Saturday, October 17 at Turpin High School Auditorium with Pastor Eddie Knight and Pastor Dan Cox officiating. Graveside service followed at
Elkhart Cemetery under the direction of Brenneman Funeral Home in Liberal. In lieu of plants and flowers, the family has requested that Memorial Contributions be sent to The Fowler Children’s Fund in care of Brenneman Funeral Home, 1212 West Second, Liberal, Ks. 67901.
with her husband Red doing whatever he was doing. She also was a member of the Turpin Rebecca Lodge of Oklahoma and was a past state president of the state assembly. Survivors include her three sons, Bill Foster and wife Johnita, Bruce Foster and wife Marcia and Stan Foster and wife Jan all of Turpin; her nine grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; and three great great grandchildren. Mabel was preceded in death by infant daughter Roberta, her parents, one brother and two sisters. A memorial service is planned for 1:00 p.m. Friday at the Turpin United Methodist Church with Pastor Todd Bergman presiding. A private family burial will follow at Liberal Cemetery under the direction of Brenneman Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Turpin United Methodist Church in care of Brenneman Funeral Home, 1212 West Second, Liberal, Ks 67901. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.brenneman funeralhome.com.
Dicy Horstman Word has been received of the death of Dicy D. Horstman. Mrs. Horstman passed away Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at Rapid City Regional Hospital. She was 80.
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Dusty Fowler Former Morton County resident Dusty Wayne Fowler of Turpin, Ok. went to be with the Lord Monday, October 12, 2015, at Southwest Medical Center in Liberal. He was 36. Born November 20, 1978 in Liberal, he was the son of Kent Fowler and Julie Rae Roberts. Dusty grew up in Elkhart and graduated high school in 1997. He attended college at Dodge City Community College and Oklahoma Panhandle State University, where he obtained a Bachelors Degree in Animal Science in 2001. After living briefly in McCook, Ne, he made his home in Turpin for the past 13 years. He was employed by Anadarko Petroleum, and had recently attained his goal of becoming a Meter Technician. Dusty’s passion for the Lord was evident through his gentle, kind, patient and loving spirit. He was active in the Turpin Baptist Church as a Deacon, song-leader, Sunday school teacher, and also enjoyed playing the trombone. He was active in the Turpin community where he served with the Turpin School Board, was a member of the booster club, and assisted with the football chain-gang when needed. Whether it was team roping,
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Born July 26, 1935 in Hugoton, she was the daughter of Queen Victoria and Daniel Cowser. Dicy attended Stewarts Beauty Academy in Topeka. She was a homemaker raising her children, grandchildren and all the other children who came through the door with them. A member of the American Legion Post 22 Auxiliary, she was also a member of Gold Star Mothers, Navy Mothers and TREA Auxiliary. She loved her chihuahuas, spending time with her family and shopping through QVC. She was often referred to as the Queen of QVC. Also, she enjoyed camping and catfish. Survivors include daughter Victoria Mahoney and husband William; sons, Ronald Horstman and wife Patty, Philip Horstman and wife Sandra Cuffley and Kelly Elsen-Horstman and other
half Glenn; 13 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; her sister Donna Hayes; andnumerous nieces and nephews. Those preceding Dicy in death are her husband Harold; daughter Nancy; son Daryl White Buffalo; and two great grandbabies. Services were attended at Osheim and Schmidt Funeral Home with Pastors Keith Stienwalt and Ken Kenstler officiating. Following the services a celebration of Dicy’s life was attended at The Coyote Den at Camp Rapid. Burial followed later Monday, October 5 at Black Hills National Cemetery near Sturgis. Any memorials may be sent to a charity of your choice in Dicy’s honor. Friends and family may sign the online guest register and offer condolences at osheimschmidt.com.
He said unto me, “My grace is sufficient for thee: for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. II Corinthians 12:9
Maria Woodward Friends and family will gather this weekend to remember and honor Maria Cordilia Maynes Woodward. Maria, 63, passed away Wednesday, October 14, 2015 at Wheatridge Park Care Center in Liberal. Born March 8, 1952 in Clayton, N.M., she was the daughter of Jim Maynes and the former Petrita Gonzales. Maria has been a resident of Liberal for the past 35 years. She was employed as a Nurse Aide at Southwest Medical Center for many years and was a member of the St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. Survivors include her three brothers, Cecil James Maynes and wife Lori of Laverne, Ok., Leslie Maynes of Clayton, N.M. and Tommy Maynes and wife Valerie of Trinidad, Co.; seven sisters, Pat Martinez of Liberal,
Roberta Richard and husband Ernest of Keyes, Ok., Theresa Sanchez and husband David of Trinidad, Frances Brown and husband Clay of Liberal, Dolly Swart of Guymon, Ok., Rosie Carter of Beebe, Ar., Stella Lucero and husband Brian of Liberal and Julie Huffman and
husband Ross of Naches, Wa.; stepfather Conrad Martinez of Keyes; stepmother Beatrice Maynes of Clayton, N.M.; and her several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and friends. Maria is preceded in death by her parents; daughter Maria Sandoval; nephew R.C. Manriquez; and niece Matilyn Ann Huffman. Rosary will be at 1:30 p.m. with the Memorial Service being at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, October 24 at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church with Fr. George Fajardo presiding. There will be no visitation time as cremation has taken place. Brenneman Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.brenneman funeralhome.com.
The Hugoton Hermes
Thursday, October 22, 2015
Economic Development
The Hugoton High School choir performs for senior citizens as they enjoy their lunch. There was not enough room in the dining room for all
the choir so they performed in the activity room. All the young choir voices were great!
Jan Leonard reported the High PLains Music Fest was a great success. Attendance was above last year by about two hundred people. The craft show had 22 booths, very good for the first year of crafts. Plans for next year have already started. Neal remarked the new hotel is scheduled to open in November. Concerning the Moderate
Hugoton USD #210 Board of Education convenes The Hugoton USD #210 Board of Education met for a regular monthly meeting. Board members present were Matt Mills, Todd Gayer, Stephanie Heger, Mike Persinger and Dettra Crawford. Barry Hittle and Paula Rowden were absent. Also present were Tiffany Boxum, Larry Lyder, Beth Settlemyer, Davonna Daharsh, Emma Cornelsen, Kim Heger, Claudia Clark, Tommy McClure, Samantha Berry, Elise Heger, Christian Knipp, Lance Custer, Jan Kilbourne, Mindy Cornelsen, Storm Heger, Keri Clark, Chantel McClure, Randy Berry, Curtis Winter, Luis Guzman, Brad Musgrove, Carson Bennett, Lisa Bennett, Marquis Rivas, Matt Clark, Rylee Fann, Leigh Angell, Kay McDaniels, Adrian Howie and Traci Shields. The board accepted the resignations of Amanda Munson, transportation and Ana C. Escobar, custodian. Maria Ontiveros, food service was accepted as a new hire and Sandra Ruiz, custodian moved to non-probationary status. The board approved the consent agenda which also included approval of long distance field trips. Intermediate principal Larry Lyder and teachers Mrs. Settlemyer and Mrs. Heger with some students presented information about the trip to Fort Hays State University October 9. Seven fourth graders and eight fifth
Kathy Nix
Hugoton Elementary students show the school board the scribble bots and how they work graders were selected to go to the inaugural Young Maker's Conference in Hays. The conference focused on the integration of STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) and literacy. The conference was intended to develop an interest in STEM education for school children through literature and handson activities, which featured drones, robotics, coding and popular children’s literature. During the lunch break, the children had the opportunity to make their own robots, while Mrs. Heger and Mrs. Settlemyer got to learn as well. They did a text pair from the book “Rapunzel” and got to see how coding works on the computer and even got to watch a castle get 3-D printed right in the classroom. Most of the interest of the students was with the robots and how they work. Some of the
during the USD 210 School Board of Education meeting.
students talked about coding on the computer and making cats do certain things. The group also got information on drones and the future benefits of using them in the local area. Curtis Winter and Christian Knipp from Knipp Construction discussed the benefits of having a company doing construction management. Brad Musgrove of Musgrove Insurance came in to discuss the school district’s insurance renewal. This insurance was for the high school, middle school, elementary and ECDC buildings. Social Media Policy was discussed briefly. Mr. Howie is looking for feedback or comments from the board about the draft of guidelines presented by Stuart Scott and himself. Superintendent Howie informed the board the Coalition of Innovative School Districts
presented information to the State Board of Education last week. Additionally, the CISD met and discussed state assessment tests. Mr. Howie discussed the different results received from the Aspire and MAP testing. One of the challenges from State Board of Education was redesigning the counselor position and affecting a stronger impact on students. A motion to declare bus B2 and bus B3, along with a GMC Suburban, as surplus was approved. The board also approved the motion to grant the district permission to apply for an additional credit card. The board renewed the district’s insurance with EMC, keeping their current amount of coverage with a yearly premium of $104,619. The meeting adjourned.
HUGOTON POLICE REPORT Business Hours, Call 544-4959 After Hours, Call 544-2020 Monday, October 12, 2015 • Vehicle Unlock, 1500 Block of South Madison, Citizen Assist, Officer Crane • Suspicious Activity, 100 Block of East Sixth, Officer Crane • Dog at Large, 1400 Block of South Jefferson, Returned to Owner, Officer Crane • Tenant Issues, 1000 Block of West City Limits, Civil, Officer Crane • Vehicle Unlock, 900 Block of East Eleventh, Citizen Assist, Officer Lamatsch Tuesday, October 13, 2015 • Scam, 900 Block of East Eleventh, Took Report, Officer Crane • Dog Returned to Owner, 1600 Block of South Washington, Public Service, Officer Crane
Wednesday, October 14, 2015 • Assault, 900 Block of East Eleventh, Took Report, Sergeant Johnson • Vehicle Unlock, 600 Block of South Main, Citizen Assist, Sergeant Johnson • Vehicle Unlock, 1000 Block of South Jackson, Citizen Assist, Sergeant Johnson • Dog at Large, 400 Block of South Jefferson, Impounded Dog, Sergeant Johnson • Non Injury Accident, Behind Middle School, Took Report, Sergeant Johnson • Released Dog to Owner, 1600 Block of South Washington, Public Service, Sergeant Johnson • Vehicle Unlock, 100 Block of West Fifth, Citizen Assist, Officer
Hagman Thursday, October 15, 2015 • Vehicle Unlock, 300 Block of East Sixth, Citizen Assist, Sergeant Johnson • Dog at Large, 300 Block of East Sixth, Unable to Catch, Sergeant Johnson • Non Injury Accident, 400 Block of East Fifth, Took Report, Sergeant Johnson • Vehicle Unlock, 800 Block of South Madison, Citizen Assist, Officer Hagman Friday, October 16, 2015 • Funeral Escort, 100 Block of South Main, Public Service, Officer Crane/ Chief Leslie • Scam, 500 Block of West Eleventh, Took Report, Officer Crane • Eviction, Civil, Officer Crane
Airport Board discusses repairs for main runway The Hugoton Airport Board met at the airport meeting room for their regular monthly meeting Wednesday, October 14, 2015. Attending the meeting were board members Robert Davis, Josh Jorde and Dax Gaskill. Also present were Kirkham Michael engineer Eric Johnson, Manager Gary Porter, Secretary Risa Meyer and Hugoton Hermes reporter Ruthie Winget. Board members Jeff Crawford and Dell Cullison were absent. The board approved the minutes of August 22, 2015. No meeting took place in September. Eric Johnson of Kirkham Michael discussed with the board that they had received the runway grant for $350,000. They originally thought Hugoton Airport did not receive the grant. The airport hired a contractor to reseal the crosswind runway and paid for it out of their budget. Since the airport ended
Income Housing grant, Rome Construction is almost finished building the tri-plex on Washington Street. Aqua Shield plans to add a garage onto their new spec home that is for sale. A builder is planning to begin a new duplex apartment. Neal stated in the Rooster Roundup, five counties - including Stevens County - plan to release 50 tagged pheasants in each county. Any hunter who brings in a tag will win a $10 Chamber gift certificate and a cap. At the end of pheasant season, all the tags will be
up receiving this grant, they are eligible for 90% reimbursement. This grant money can also be used for repairs on the main runway if needed. Eric reported the main runway needs some cracked panel replacements as well as some rough places in the concrete that need to be ground off. The motion passed for Kirkham Michael to evaluate the damage to the main runway and recommend a project for the extra grant money. Eric stated the next project needs to be the land acquisition. The return of the abstract is what is holding up this project. FAA will reimburse the monies for this land acquisition when all the requirements are met. Jordan Air LLC stated they would like to build another hangar at the airport for their aerial spray business. Eric stated they will have to file a 7460 from FAA to get permission to construct a hangar.
The board asked Eric how to get permission to turn off the runway end identifier lights, or REILs. The airport has had a lot of trouble getting these lights repaired. Eric said he will check into this matter. Manager Gary Porter reported he picked up a new John Deere tractor from American Implement. He has mowed all the airport again with the new tractor. The lease will run from October 1, 2015 until September 30, 2016. The REIL lights on the south end are still inoperable. Strukel has been contacted to repair this but has never come out. The board went into Executive Session and then adjourned. The next meeting will be November 10, 2015.
Saturday, October 17, 2015 • Barking Dog, 1100 Block of South Jefferson, Unable to Locate, Officer Lamatsch • Medical Assist, 100 Block of East Sixth, Public Service, Officer Lamatsch • Fight, 600 Block of South Monroe, Officer Lamatsch • Dog at Large, 1200 Block of South Adams, Returned to Owner, Officer Crane • Vehicle Unlock, 900 Block of South Adams, Citizen Assist, Officer Crane Sunday, October 18, 2015 • Vehicle Unlock, 700 Block of South Adams, Citizen Assist, Officer Crane • Repo, 600 Block of South Adams, Civil Standby, Officer Lamatsch
“Female of the Year Alumni Award” it was Kathy they were telling to come to the front!!! Kathy said she would probably not have attended the ceremony if she had known it was her being honored, as she does not like special attention. But her husband and friends did a great job of getting her there for this special award. The Kansas School for the Deaf honored Kathy with the “Female of the Year Alumna Award for 2015”. On the back of the award it has the following facts about Kathryn Steel Nix: A woman, the two thousand eight hundred forty fourth student of Kansas School for the Deaf, was born April 11, 1955 in Syracuse, Ks. She was enrolled at KSD from 1962 to 1975 and was a KSD dormitory student and a good leader. Also, she was a member of the Jayhawks Club in 1972 to 1975, a Pep Club member for three years and Singing Fingers in 1971 to 1975. After
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Continued from page 1 put in a jar and a winner will be drawn for a $500 prize. KDOT has started work on the turning lane on the highway east of Hugoton. The four lane highway on East Eleventh Street has been rescheduled for 2016. Ruth Van Horn thanked the board for all their consideration and help while she was secretary of EcoDevo. Her last day will be October 30, 2015. The meeting adjourned. The next meeting will be November 10, 2015 at 12:00 noon.
Continued from page 1 school, she was called to work as an Emery Hall staff member from 1973 to 1975. Kathryn married David Nix from Hugoton July 4, 1975 in Hugoton. She graduated from Hugoton High School in 1976. Kathy and David have a son and daughter and six grandchildren. Mrs. Nix served as an active member of the Kansas Relay Service Inc. as president in Topeka from 1992 to 2009, National Camper of the Deaf (NCD), as a secretary for six years, and Mid-Kansas Deaf Camp as a vice president for six years. Kathy and David are self employed and make their home in the Hugoton community. Everyone knows Kathy’s love for socialization and participation in the deaf community. Congratulations Kathryn Nix on your award! We are proud to call you our neighbor and friend.
Project Hope Needs Your Help! Thank you for all the help over the summer! Back to school hits us hard, our shelves are needing refilled. Please consider helping. We are currently helping about 74 families a month. We are prepping for our Thanksgiving food baskets. If you, your family, or churches, organizations or other businesses want to help fill the boxes, we need the following items: Turkeys 100 turkeys or $880.00 Potatoes 100 bags or $100.00 Butter 100 tubs or $200.00 Vegetables 100 cans or $44.00 Cranberry Sauce 100 cans or $79.00 Mixed Fruit 100 bags or $200.00 Rolls 100 bags or $200.00 Jell-O 100 boxes or $100.00 Cake Mix 100 boxes or $100.00 Evaporated Milk 100 cans or $115.00 Small Marshmallows 100 bags or $100.00 Coop Whip 100 tubs or $100.00 Pie Shells 100 packages or $200.00 If you would like to make a free-will donation of food items, please contact Debbie Nordling at 544-8528 or Davonna Daharsh at 544-1850. Partial donations are welcome. Please send check donations to Project Hope, PO Box 341, Hugoton, KS 67951. If you have other items you would like to have included in the holiday boxes please contact Debbie or Davonna.
Hugoton Unified School District 210 Request for Qualification Proposals (RFQ) for Professional Services Notice is hereby given that Hugoton Unified School District 210 is requesting qualification proposals from interested and qualified companies to provide professional services related to the development and implementation of a turnkey, energy-based facility improvement program for the district’s buildings and infrastructure. These services include: project development, program management, funding and capital planning, engineering and design, construction management, turnkey implementation services, commissioning, performance verification, and post project support services. The district plans to select its partner company in accordance with K.S.A. 75-37,125. Interested companies may request information from Mr. Adrian Howie, Superintendent of USD 210 at adrian.howie@usd210.org, (620) 544-4397, or by writing Hugoton USD 210 at 205 E. Sixth Street, Hugoton, KS 67951. Responses must be received by 4 p.m. on November 2, 2015, for immediate review. Responses will not be accepted after that time. USD 210 reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, waive technicalities, and make award(s) as deemed to be in the best interest of the district.
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Thursday, October 22, 2015
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Four Legged Project
Burrows - Hitt
Continued from page 1 K9 handlers submit an application to the project, and when enough funds are raised, another K9 is vested. Nikki Woodrow stated, “The organization has been going a little over a year. We initially set out to vest five K9s.” With Kleio’s vest, Nikki reported the Four Legged Project has vested over five times their goal - 26 K9s in the state of Kansas so far. Nikki also said at this point, the organization has placed
orders for more vests, and there is one more K9 on the waiting list. If you would like more information about the Four Legged Project or would like to make a donation, please visit their Web site at thefour leggedproject.org or visit them on Facebook. You can also see the K9s they have vested! Submitted by Stevens County Sheriff’s K9 officer Chris Beltz.
Brittney LeAnn Burrows and Robert Joseph Hitt would like to announce their marriage October 3, 2015 in Olathe. Mother of the bride is Sheila Burrows of Hugoton. Father of the bride is Sid Burrows and his wife Laurie of Hutchinson. Parents of the groom are Robert and Theresa Hitt of Palm City, Fl. Grandparents of the bride are Norman and Doris Weaver of Hugoton, Carol Lee Burrows of Hugoton and Jack and Kathy Burrows of Manter. Grandparents of the groom are Dorothy Hitt and the late Albert Hitt of St. Louis, Mo., and Helen Schulte and the late Joseph Schulte of St. Louis. The wedding took place in Olathe with fountains in the background and an arch in the foreground framing the couple. The ceremony was conducted by Stacia Skinner, a cousin of the groom. The bride was beautiful in a strapless gown. The lace bodice was accented with a rhinestone belt. The very full skirt and train were made up of many swirls of organza. An elegant birdcage veil was also worn. Brittney was attended by Carley Chamberlain as maid of honor. Brittney’s bridesmaids were April Lewis, Tawni Simon, Jessica Slaughter, Shelby Thompson and Kassandra Summers. Bridesmaids wore autumn red gowns. Robert was attended by Sesinyios Haileselassie as best man. Robert’s groomsmen were Norman Gordon, Max Pitney, Andrew Huber, Justin Ackerman and Gavin Harvey. Ringbearers were nephews of the bride, Sawyer Simon and Kaden Lewis. After exchanging vows, pictures were taken. Later a reception and dance were hosted for the couple. Brittney is continuing her education at Fort Hays State Unviersity and is employed by Commerce Bank. Robert is a recent graduate of Kansas State University with an engineering construction degree and is employed with Crossland Heavy. The couple resides in Olathe.
Time...Keeps On Ticking But Our Deadline Is Always The Same! Monday at 5:00 p.m. The Hugoton Hermes 620-544-4321
Barry Ward in concert Saturday, October 24 7:00 p.m. Memorial Hall
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Hugoton Dinner and
I would like to start things off this week by introducing myself as the new Executive Director of the Hugoton Chamber of Commerce. I have recently returned to Hugoton after a 12 year stint in Oklahoma and am certainly glad to be home. Many exciting things are ahead for all of us
Concert
Tickets $20 per person for dinner and concert Get your tickets by contacting Tom Mirabal at 620-453-0063 or tickets available at the door All proceeds go to the Corey Mirabal Scholarship Fund
Citizens State Bank 601 S. Main - Hugoton
PAUL'S FUNERAL HOME David & Brandy Robson
You are invited to join the residents and staff for Sunday afternoon worship beginning at 3 p.m. at Pioneer Manor.
314 S. Van Buren 544-4122
October 18 Hugoton UMC
Pyramid Agency, Inc. 521 S. Main - Hugoton
Faith Publishing LLC 522 S. Main 620-544-4321
AGAPE CHURCH OF HUGOTON 409 East Ninth, Hugoton Sunday – 10:30 a.m.
428-1135
ASSEMBLY OF GOD Main and Second Street 544-2773 Ben Coats, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:45 a.m. Life Groups Sunday Nights - 6:00 p.m. Inside Out Kids Wed. - 6:30 p.m. Student Ministry @ The Turnaround Wed. 7:00 p.m.
BETHEL FRIENDS CHURCH 11th & Jefferson - 544-8517 Roy Bogan, Pastor 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 Church: 544-2825 Home: 453-0965 Lee Rottman 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
October 25 Rolla UMC
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 600 S. Van Buren - 544-2715 Pastor Heath Kelley Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Fellowship - 10:15 - 10:30 a.m. Worship Hour - 10:30 - 12:00 Children's Church, 10:30 a.m. Jr. High Youth Group, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Sr. High Youth Group, 7:45-9:00 p.m. Information on small groups call 544-2715
FIRST CHURCH OF GOD 801 W. City Limits 544-2652 Israel Franco, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Evening Service - 6:30 p.m. Call 544-2652 for Church Bus Eighth and Main 544-2210 506 East Eighth - 544-2295 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 6:30 p.m.
LONE STAR FRIENDS CHURCH 14 Miles East of Hugoton on Highway 51 Church 624-3784 Home 624-3104 Pastor Gary Damron Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Contemporary Worship Celebration - 10:45 a.m. Jr. High & Sr. High Youth Group - Sunday 6:30 p.m. Sunday Evening Fellowship - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Adult Study - 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wednesday - 8:00 p.m. Christian Life Club (age 2 - 18) - 6:30 p.m.
MY FATHER’S HOUSE A Full Gospel Church 207 East 6th - Hugoton Pam Peachey, Pastor 544-2436 Services Sundays 10:30 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.
CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE
PRIMERO BAUTISTA IGLESIA
FAITH CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST Tenth and Jefferson Kurt Hering, 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.
FAITH LUTHERAN Tenth and Adams 544-2092 Christopher M. Fincher, Pastor Morning Worship - 9:00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:30 a.m. Bible Study, Wednesday - 7:30 p.m.
544-2355 516 N.E. Avenue Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Worship Service - 10:45 a.m. Rev. Larry Bradford, Interim Pastor 544-9492 or 598-2400 YOU ARE WELCOME!
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 828 S. Main Hugoton 544-8715 Reverend Rebecca Davison, Pastor Wednesday Praise! Kids - 3:45 p.m. Wednesday Jr. High Youth Fellowship - 5:30 p.m. Wednesday Sr. High Youth Fellowship - 7:00 p.m. Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. HugotonUMC.com
HUGOTON BAPTIST CHURCH
520 E. First 544-2125 Sacrament - 9:00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Priesthood - 11:00 a.m.
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.
TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH
HISPANO Congregación 618 Main sur - Hugoton 620-370-1003 Pastor Marcelino Auila Servicio de la Iglesia 11:00 a.m. - Domingo 7:00 p.m. - Miércoles
RIVER OF LIFE CHURCH (formerly Lighthouse Fellowship) 424 S. Jackson 544-4828 Don Quattlebum, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Sunday Church - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday - 7:00 p.m.
SOVEREIGN REDEEMER CHURCH Pastor - Eric Mason Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. Coffee/Fellowship - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. 620-544-6386 www.sovereignredeemerchurch.org
ST. HELEN CATHOLIC CHURCH 1011 South Jefferson Street 544-2551 Sunday - 11:00 a.m. English Mass - 1:00 p.m. - Spanish Mass
MOSCOW MOSCOW BAPTIST CHURCH 598-2455 Church 1 mile S. of Moscow, 1/2 mile E. of Moscow/Hooker Rd. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 p.m. Team Kids (Wed.) - 3:30-5:00p.m. Sept.-May Pastor Sean Schraeder
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.
ROLLA EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH 202 Monroe St. - Rolla, Ks. 67954 Henry McGuire, Pastor 593-4693 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening, AWANA’s - 6:45 p.m.
ROLLA PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH Corner of Third and Adams, Rolla Marcus Light, Pastor Church - 593-4626, Parsonage - 593-4796 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Worship - 11:00 a.m. Wednesday night meal - 6:00 p.m.
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ROLLA - RICHFIELD 593-4596 or 593-4781 Buzz Lambrecht, 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.
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
and I welcome any questions, comments or concerns. The Chamber Office wants to remind everyone the annual Spook Parade this year will be Friday, October 30 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Main Street. We know that this is not the “actual Halloween” night, but want to give the downtown businesses an opportunity to enjoy the cute and scary trick or treaters. Trick or treaters are invited to put on their scariest, funniest or prettiest costumes and come trick or treat up and down the sidewalks of Main Street between Seventh and Fifth Streets. The fun continues as the Pioneer Manor welcomes trick or treaters at 5:30 p.m. On a spookier note, Nightmare on Eighth Street prepares to scare both October 30 and 31 at 801 S. Main in Hugoton from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. with an admission price. Project Hope is putting together holiday food baskets and is in need of traditional Thanksgiving food as well as cash donations. The organization currently assists 74 local families each month and that number could jump at any time so let’s be generous for the holi-
days! The textile exhibit is currently displayed in the library’s meeting room. Nine exhibitors are showing 38 separate pieces. Quilting, applique, knit, crochet and even fly tying are being showcased. The display will be available until October 31. Don’t forget the Farmers’ Market in front of the Chamber Office at the corner of Seventh and Main Streets Saturdays. Everyone is welcome to come sell Homegrown and Homemade items. Be sure to stop by one of these lovely Saturday mornings and see what is for sale! Grab up those summer veggies before they are gone until next year. Chamber Gift Certificates
are the perfect gift for Anyone, Anytime! Birthdays, Anniversaries, Employee Bonuses ….. Chamber Gift Certificates are the solution for all of your gift giving needs. Purchasing Chamber Gift Certificates ensures that your money is staying in our local economy making our local businesses strong. Stop by the Chamber Office and purchase a Chamber Gift Certificate. These certificates can be written for amount and are any redeemable at most Stevens County businesses. Shop STEVENS COUNTY First! The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce is here for YOU!
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Chamberlain - Patterson John and Kim Chamberlain of Hugoton are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter Carley Chamberlain to Adam Patterson, son of Dean and Pam Patterson of Sublette. Carley graduated from WSU as a Dental Hygenist and is currently working in Ulysses. Adam graduated from Hutchinson Community College and works as a firefighter in Garden City. A November 7 wedding in Garden City is planned.
Relay For Life Spot Light Debi Davis Committee Member Why I participate in Relay For Life: I Relay because to me it’s paying it forward. Families that are touched with cancer can look around and see there is support and people there for them – this is not a journey they have to take alone. Celebrating Survivors is so emotionally and heartwarming to see them at Relay to encourage others and stand tall and said YES I’m here today. I like how at Relay it’s a family/community gathering from young to old. So come join for Relay in 2016!
The Hugoton Hermes
Thursday, October 22, 2015
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What’s Happenin’ with Hugoton students?
Superheroes unite at the Hugoton Elementary School Thursday, October 8 during Homecoming Week. From left to right are Layla Chicas-Perez, Becca Jays, Madison Kurts, Katie Vasquez, Aurie Perry, Emily Tinoco and McKenna Landa. HES third graders entertain the crowd during their program last week, entitled “Around the World with Music”. The children sang songs
from other countries and cultures and really enjoyed showing off their new knowledge Thursday, October 15.
No School Thursday, October 22 & Friday, October 23 for Parent/Teacher Conferences
Hugoton Elementary first graders enjoy their trip to Pumpkin Paradise near Sublette. Miss Neeland’s class is awash in pumpkins and gourds galore!
It’s long been suspected that teachers are superheroes, and that suspicion was proven correct as ECDC staff shows their true colors during Spirit Week! Left to right are Claudia Sanchez, Laura Boese, Mindy Cornelsen, Cher Bohl, Melissa Lewis, Carla Kerbow, Rebeca Medina and Joyce Losey.
HES will host Halloween fun Saturday night
Hugoton Elementary fourth and fifth graders eagerly trek to their next station at the Inaugural Young Makers’ Conference at Fort
Hays Friday, October 9. The conference focuses on science, technology, engineering, math and literacy.
Fifteen HES students get to attend conference Seven Hugoton Elementary fourth graders and eight fifth graders were selected to attend the "Inaugural Young Makers' Conference" Friday, October 9 at Fort Hays State University. Fifth graders Rylee Fann, Carson Bennett, Claudi Clark, Catie Gooch, Luis Guzman, Samantha Berry, Dalton Cruz and Tommy Mc-
Clure and fourth graders Raeleigh Angell, Kaylee Nix, Emma Cornelsen, Storm Heger, Marquis Rivas, Alexis Juarez and Bryan Montoya, along with sponsors Mrs. Kim Heger and Mrs. Beth Settlemyer, participated. The conference focused on the integration of science, technology, engineering and mathematics, or “STEM”, and
Cowgirl up! Ali Wing, Ismerai Guzman and Emma French pull out all their western gear for Western Wednesday, October 7. Boots, spurs, hats and big shiny belt buckles were in evidence all over USD 210 schools that day!
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If you’re shopping for a new home or car, keep looking in the Classifieds. Every week, you’ll find a great selection of listings for real estate and automobiles at prices you won’t find from a broker or dealer.
Makynzie Esarey performs at the third grade’s concert last Thursday, October 15.
literacy. The conference Friday was intended to develop an interest in STEM education for school children through literature and hands-on activities, featuring drones, robotics, coding and popular children's literature. During the lunch break, the children had the opportunity to make their own robots, while sponsors Mrs. Heger and Mrs. Settlemyer got to learn as well. They did a text pair from the book Rapunzel, saw how coding works on the computer and even watched a castle 3-D printed right in the classroom. The conference was a great experience for all who attended!
HHS student Sesthleng Garcia accompanies the choir during their performance at the Senior Center Tuesday, October 13.
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Hugoton Elementary is the place to be this Saturday, October 24! There will be a Halloween Carnival in the HES gym, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. that evening! You are invited to come dressed in your Halloween best, for a parade and a costume contest. Lots of games are also planned, like “Pumpkin Chunkin”, “Angry Birds” and “Pumpkin Golf”, as well as delicious snacks and tons of fun! Tickets are available at the door, and all proceeds will benefit Stevens County Relay for Life.
Hugoton Middle School students rest for a minute during their EPIC party recently. Students earn attendance to the party by behaving well and maintaining good grades.
HMS cheerleaders show their Eagle Pride during Spirit Week. Left to right are Jessica Martinez, Abbey Goode, Faith Degollado, Gaby Lopez and Stacy Rodriguez.
View updated schedules, rosters & results for all HMS/HHS activities at http://www.gwackansas.org
You can also keep up with the HMS/HHS Eagles on Twitter @HugotonEagles The next few years of HMS and HHS band will be something to watch! Four HMS musicians were recognized by KMEA for their expertise. Gillian Heger earned first chair timpani, while Austin Dale was named first chair saxophone. Jacob Bell got first chair trombone, and Rafael Guereque was awarded second chair snare drum. They are instructed by Amy Freeman.
And be sure to like “Hugoton USD 210” on Facebook!
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Thursday, October 22, 2015
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Last Thursday, October 15, the Hugoton Eagles' cross country teams traveled to the GWAC League meet in Goodland. Both boys' and girls' teams came away with League Championships! The boys won this meet for the fifth time in six years and the girls for the second time in three years. Hugoton's wins mark the first time in the history of the GWAC League when the same team won both the boys' and girls' League titles. The previous two years Hugoton fell one point short each year; the boys lost by one point in 2013 and the girls missed first place last year by one point. The individual League Championship was won by HHS's Issac Castro, the sixth time a Hugoton individual boy runner has won this League title. Coach Rodriguez remarked, "It is a great accomplishment for the teams to sweep both titles. It was something that we thought was possible. We did not run really well in the girls' race but well enough to take the title!" Hugoton cross country's next meet is this weekend Saturday, October 24, at the Regional meet in Hays. The top three teams at Regionals
Hugoton’s cross country boys’ team takes off the starting line at the GWAC League meet Thursday. Both boys’ and girls’ teams will qualify for State competition. The boys' teams to watch next week will be Hugoton, Wamego, Ulysses, Abilene and Smoky Valley. The girls' teams to watch will be Hugoton, Clay Center, Buhler and Hays. The meet will start at 10:30 a.m. at Hays High School, 2300 E. Thirteenth in Hays. GWAC League Results Boys’ Results Varsity - Team Place First 1 Issac Castro 16:46 3 Reed Rome 17:27 4 Miguel Martinez 17:32 7 Abraham Garcia 17:49
performed well enough to earn League Championships! Way to go Eagles and good luck at Regionals! Photo courtesy of Lisa Rome.
17 Zack Littell 26 Ivan Villa 27 Ethan Fox Junior Varsity 7 Eric Perry 8 Bryan Gonzalez 15 Luis Guerrero 18 Damien Lewis 21 Ethan Bogan 30 Nathan Leininger 31 Vicente Flores Girls’ Results Varsity - Team Place 4 Katy Heger 7 Sarah Johnson 9 Rebecca Johnson
18:19 19:06 19:09 20:21 20:22 21:06 21:34 21:56 25:30 26:33
22:02 22:33 22:40 23:21 24:05 25:05 25:07
First 21:28 21:47 21:47
Luis Guerrero puts on a vicious “game face” during the junior varsity race Thursday. Photo courtesy of Lisa Rome.
Quarterback Valentino Degollado prepares to pass the football during last Friday’s game against Pratt. The Eagles were victorious in a great game, ending with a score of 14-7.
12 Victoria Duran 14 Maria Martinez 15 Abby Heger 19 Mariana Shuck Junior Varsity 1 Kara Rodriguez 3 Josselyne Jurado 4 Lynnelle Bogan
Reed Rome focuses during his League run last Thursday. Reed earned third place at the meet with a time of 17:27. Photo courtesy of Lisa Rome.
Issac Castro sets a quick pace during the League meet Thursday, October 15 at Goodland. Issac was named League Champion for the boys. Congratulations! Photo courtesy of Lisa Rome.
Sports Schedule Friday, October 23 - Football: Varsity at Larned High School, 7:00 p.m. Saturday, October 24 - Cross Country: Varsity meet, Hays High School, 10:30 a.m. 4A Regional Meet - Volleyball: Varsity tournament, 4A Division II SubState tournament Monday, October 26 - Football: JV vs Liberal at Home, 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 27 - Basketball: Seventh & Eighth grade A girls’ vs. Scott City Middle at Home, 4:00 p.m. - Basketball: Seventh & Eighth grade B girls’ vs. Scott
City Middle at Home, 5:00 p.m. Friday, October 30 - Volleyball: Varsity tournament, 4A Division II State tournament - Football: Varsity vs Holcomb at Home, 7:00 p.m., Senior Night Saturday, October 31 - Cross Country: Varsity meet at Wamego, 4A State Cross Country - Volleyball: Varsity tournament at Salina Bicentennial Center, 4A Division II State tournament - Wrestling: Seventh & Eighth grade tournament at Goodland High School, 10:30 a.m.
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Abraham Garcia stays one step - or more - ahead of the next runner during the League meet at Goodland last week. Abraham ran a time of 17:49, earning seventh place for the Eagles. Photo courtesy of Lisa Rome.
HHS Eagles Bryan Gonzalez and Eric Perry pace themselves during the JV race at Goodland last week. Bryan earned eighth place, while Eric came in seventh. Photo courtesy of Lisa Rome.
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Damien Lewis turns in a time of 21:34 at the League meet Thursday. Photo courtesy of Lisa Rome.
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Ethan Bogan runs strong at the meet in Goodland, finishing twenty-first in the JV race. Photo courtesy of Lisa Rome.
Miguel Martinez stretches out his stride at the GWAC League meet Thursday, October 15. Miguel won fourth in the League with a time of 17:32. Photo courtesy of Lisa Rome.
by Gregg Tanner
The Hugoton Hermes
Thursday, October 22, 2015
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Hugoton Eagles begin district play with victory over Pratt Greenbacks The Hugoton Eagles were victorious over the Pratt Greenbacks last Friday night, October 16 to start district play with a win. The Eagles visited Pratt and, with the backing of their fan contingency, pulled out the win in the final minutes of play. Both teams started off the game with several exchanges of possession. The Eagles had a few miscues early on and kept turning the ball back over to the Greenbacks. Fortunately, the Eagle defense kept Pratt in check throughout the game. The Greenbacks were first to jump on the scoreboard when their own Travis Theis ran 22 yards for the score. The extra point kick was good and had Pratt up early in the game with a seven point lead. First quarter play ended with no further scoring and Pratt ahead of Hugoton 7 -0. In the second quarter, the Eagles' defense tightened up and stopped the Greenbacks in their tracks on a fourth down attempt with four yards to go for Pratt. The Eagles re-
Daniel Bustillos carries the ball for the Eagles’ offense Friday evening at Pratt.
Hugoton High School’s football team prepares to defend their turf against the Pratt Greenbacks in Friday night’s game. The
Eagles were victorious in a hard-fought contest, scraping out a 14-7 win during the final minutes of play.
gained the football on their own 33 yard line. Zack Leininger of the Eagles went deep on a 59 yard reception from Valentino Degollado to score a touchdown for Hugoton. The extra point kick by Colby Korf was good and the game was now tied at seven all. A pair of penalties against Pratt helped both the Hugoton offensive and defensive teams late in the second quarter of play. First, the Eagles were punting the ball when a Greenback player committed a foul against Hugoton to force a first down and have the visiting team keep the football. Later, a long offensive play for Pratt was nullified with another penalty on the Greenbacks and pushed them the other direction, away from the Eagles' red zone. The first half of play ended with a tie score of seven points per team. The second
yards to go at the nine yard line of the Eagles. There was no scoring done by either team throughout the third quarter of play. The fourth quarter had Pratt driving for the go ahead score as they moved into Eagle territory on the 25 yard line. The Eagles' defense took care of the situation by recovering a fumble on the 25 yard line. Hugoton's QB Degollado took over on a third down and four yards to go fighting his way for a crucial first down. Later, Tyler Goode
half awaited as the fans for both teams anticipated what was to develop during the final two quarters of this gridiron contest. During the opening drive of the third quarter, the Pratt Greenbacks fumbled the football and the Eagles' Parker Titus secured the first possession for Hugoton by winning the recovery for his team. With five minutes left in the third quarter, the Eagles' defense stopped the Greenbacks as they tried to convert a fourth down play with four
caught a pass from Degollado for a 32 yard gain. Parker Titus ran past the defense and caught a 30 yard pass from Degollado for the go ahead touchdown. Now ahead by six points, Korf kicked the extra point to put the Eagles up over the Greenbacks by seven points, 14-7. The clock was running down towards zero as the Greenbacks were driving to attempt to tie or possibly go ahead of the Eagles. The Pratt
quarterback threw the ball down to the Eagles' 22 yard line, however, senior Hunter Kerbow stepped up and intercepted the football to give the possession back to the Eagles. The Eagles had one more mission to accomplish to seal the victory over Pratt. Degollado ran the ball play after play to wind the clock down. The Greenbacks - try as they might - could not tear the ball away from the Eagles' quarterback. The clock finally showed double zeros. Hugoton won the game by a score of 14 to 7. Coach Todd Fulton said, "We set a goal to be 1- 0; take each week one at a time. This week versus Larned our goal is to be 1 - 0 again. If we focus in and band together good things will happen." The Hugoton Eagles will travel to Larned Friday, October 23 for a 7:00 p.m. kickoff.
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Coach Todd Fulton speaks to his team with two minutes remaining in the final quarter of the game. Fulton’s words inspired the Eagles to retain possession of the ball, fiercely guarding quarterback Tino Degollado in the final minutes.
Varsity Eagle Pedro Ordonez zones in and prepares to tackle Pratt’s ball carrier during action Friday night.
Marcos Baeza sacks the Greenbacks’ quarterback in dramatic fashion, while the rest of the Eagles defend the field.
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Hugoton Recreation Commission Announces 2015 Boys’ Basketball Sign-Ups Monday, October 19 - Friday, October 23 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Sign up for the following leagues: 3/4 Grade Boys’ Baskeball 5/6 Grade Boys’ Basketball Fee is $15.00 if registered before deadline $20.00 if registered after Friday, October 23
Representatives from Hugoton and Pratt meet with the referees before the game Friday
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This upcoming school year’s grade, participants must register at the above time in order to be put on teams. NO PHONE REGISTRATIONS. Register and pay program fees at HRC offices, 211 S. Madison.
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Thursday, October 22, 2015
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Eighth grade Eagles triumph over Ulysses Tigers
The eighth grade HMS Eagles force Ulysses to fumble during the home game Thursday night.
Hugoton’s athletes were “on the ball” throughout the game, outscoring the Tigers by ten.
HMS Eagle Carter Brown lets the ball fly Thursday, October 15 in action against the Ulysses Tigers.
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The eighth grade game started off quickly for the visiting Tigers. The Ulysses team sped their way down the field on the opening kickoff for an approximate run of 80 yards. That was the one and only score of the first quarter of play as Ulysses led Hugoton with a lead of eight points. Ulysses took off on a 70 yard run for two more points as they scored the second touchdown for the Tigers. This put the Ulysses team up over the Eagles by 14 points. Both teams had interceptions to add to the stats during the second quarter. The Tigers picked off an errant Eagle pass at the goal line and returned it to the Tiger 39 yard line. Not to be outdone, the Eagles displayed their defensive skills as Trevor Bogan picked off a Tiger pass and gave the ball back to Hugoton. Jace Gilmore of the Eagles had a pair of pass receptions of 33 and 15 yards, respectively. The second reception
by Gilmore was good for a Hugoton touchdown. This pulled the Eagles to within eight points and the first half ended with the score of Ulysses 14 and Hugoton six. Carter Brown rambled for 34 yards for an Eagle touchdown to bring the Hugoton team within a pair of points to tie the Tigers. Brown was not finished as he ran a tight rope down the sideline to the Tigers' six yard line. Then,
Brown successfully ran a QB sneak for two yards to put Hugoton up over Ulysses for good with an 18 - 14 advantage. Jace Gilmore ran the ball across the goal line to score another touchdown for Hugoton. This stretched the Hugoton lead over Ulysses to 24 to 14. That was the final score of the game as the eighth grade team clinched the victory over the Tigers.
Javier Lopez tackles a Tiger player during the HMS team’s final game Thursday. Fortunately the eighth grade Eagles were able to pull out a 24-14 win over Ulysses.
Seventh grade Eagles are overwhelmed by Ulysses Tigers The seventh grade team hosted Ulysses a week ago Thursday, October 15 for their final game of the year. The previously undefeated Eagles did not have the season finale go as planned. Ulysses had a very strong first half, and the Eagles could not catch up during the second half. The game started off in a normal pattern for the seventh graders as they jumped on the scoreboard first with a ten yard touchdown run by Riggs Martin. This put Hugoton ahead of Ulysses by six points. The Eagles kicked the ball off to Ulysses and an 80 yard touchdown return kept the Eagles' lead very short-lived. The visiting Tigers converted on the two point attempt and went ahead of Hugoton by a score of 8-6. Ulysses continued to attack the Eagles' defense via the ground and ran the ball in this time for six points from 40 yards out. Once again, their two point conversion was good and the lead increased for the visiting Tigers by ten points. Right before halftime, Ulysses ran around their right end on a 15 yard jaunt that tacked on six additional points. This brought the score to 22 for Ulysses to Hugoton's six points. The third quarter showed
Seventh grader Sawyer Harper flies past a Tiger defender at Thursday’s game. The game marked the end of the season for the the Eagles' defense inspired by their halftime talk as they shut out Ulysses for the quarter. Neither team was able to cross the goal line and the score stayed put at 22 -6. Unlike the third quarter, the next quarter of play was 180 degrees of separation as both teams lit up the scoreboard during the final period of the game. The Tigers put up another touchdown run by going around the left end of the line from ten yards out and improved their lead over the Eagles to 28 - 6. Chay Burnett of the Eagles bolted down the field on a 72 yard journey into the end zone for a touchdown. The two point conversion was successful and Hugoton
undefeated HMS seventh grade team. Unfortunately, the team met their match with Ulysses, taking a 22-34 loss.
pulled within 14 points of the Tigers. Ulysses clawed back and scored on an 18 yard run for another touchdown. This moved the score back to a 20 point lead for the team from Ulysses. Wyatt Angell, Hugoton's quarterback, connected for 34 yard pass to Haden Daharsh for the final touchdown of the game. Again, the
two point conversion was successful. The final score of the game was Ulysses 34 and Hugoton 22. Coach Reed said, "It was a heart-breaking loss. We came out and didn't execute in the first half. The boys stepped up and made some big plays in the second half. I was proud to see our boys battle to the end."
Come dressed in your scariest, funniest, or cutest costume. All businesses, churches, organizations and groups are invited to hand out candy to the little spooks! After the fun downtown, head out to the Pioneer Manor for more goodies at 5:30 p.m. Please bring your own bag to both events.
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HMS Eagles’ defensive players surround a seventh grade Tiger at Thursday night’s game.
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Riggs Martin runs even after a Tiger player attempts to bring him down at the October 15 game.
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Seventh grade Eagles’ defensive players run down a Ulysses Tiger runner during the game Thursday, October 15. The seventh grade Eagles ended their season with an impressive five wins and only one loss.
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Trick, Treat, or Toy? It’s Halloween time and the stores are filled with aisles of pre-packaged candy. You don’t want trick-ortreaters to come to the door when you aren’t prepared, so you stock up on bags of candy, that most likely will be consumed by you and your family! Are kids really just interested in candy at Halloween? Childhood obesity is increasing at an alarming rate, doubling over the past 30 years. Eating in moderation and becoming more physically active could reduce obesity rates in children. When trick or treaters ring your doorbell, what will you give them? Try nutritious, tasty foods and non-food options, including items that get children up and moving to use the extra calories they consume. Make Halloween healthier
and a more inclusive holiday for children and adolescents with diabetes and other health-related dietary restrictions by offering non-sugar treats. Researchers from Yale University’s Center for Eating and Weight Disorders investigated whether children would choose toys over candy when offered both for Halloween. They observed 284 kids between the ages of three and 14. Guess what? Children were just as likely to choose toys as candy, regardless of gender. If you think keeping candy out of the house is a good idea, here are some suggestions for non-candy ideas: • Party favors - Look in the party aisle of your favorite discount store for bulk packs of toys. • Stickers; Stamps; Notepads • Pencils; Crayons; Markers; Erasers
Alan Sherill competes at the Senior Olympics in Guymon, Ok. Friday, October 9. Alan was one of three Hugoton competitors to win a medal at the event.
Numerous area seniors gather at Guymon’s Texas County Activity Center to compete in the
• Balloons; Balls; Small games If you want to have food treats consider these items: * cereal bars * snack packets of dried fruit, baked pretzels, nuts and seeds (e.g. peanuts, unsalted almonds, sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds) * packages of low-fat crackers with cheese or peanut butter filling * animal crackers * gold fish crackers * graham crackers * Cracker jacks * 100 calorie packs of various products * beef or turkey jerky * single-serve packets of lowfat microwave popcorn If you can’t resist the candy consider these tips: Purchase only what you will use, avoiding jumbo bags; buy at the last minute; choose non-fat candies such as Smarties, Tootsie Rolls and small pops. Here is a simple and tasty treat to serve for a Halloween treat! Easy Pumpkin Pudding 1 cup canned pumpkin 1 package (4-serving size) sugarfree, instant vanilla pudding mix 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 1¼ cups skim milk Directions: Mix all ingredients together. Place in individual bowls or glasses and chill until set. Serve cold with nonfat whipped topping. Makes 4 servings. Each 2/3 cup serving: 77 calories, 0 g fat, 0 g saturated fat, 2 mg cholesterol, 380 mg sodium, 15 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 4 g protein.
Senior Olympic Games. Three Hugoton residents brought home medals!
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Thursday, October 22, 2015
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NEWS FROM
STEVENS COUNTY SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER Shila Moore, Director 544-2283 - Activities 544-8041 - Meals 624 S. Main, Hugoton Our Life Story Workshop had a good attendance last Saturday morning. Our next one is scheduled for Saturday, November 21 at 10:00 a.m. Please join us and learn how to write your life story. Kansas Legal Services is scheduled to come to Hugoton Senior Center Friday, November 6, 2015, at 11:00 a.m. If you have legal questions and would like to take advantage of this free service for senior citizens, please call the center at 544-2283 to schedule an appointment. Senator Pat Roberts’ office is available to assist you with problems you may be having with federal agencies like Social Security, Veterans’/VA issues, military cases, Medicare, passports, and IRS. If you need help, please call his Dodge City office at 620-227-2244. We deliver lunch Monday through Friday to homebound people. If you are in need of our services or you know someone who is, please call the Senior Center. We will give you information about cost, menus, etc. If you have questions concerning caregiving, legal matters, disability, health insurance, housing, etc., please call Michael Johnston at Southwest Kansas Area Agency on Aging at 620-2258240. Menu Oct. 22 ..........Baked Potato Bar Oct. 23 ................................Fish Oct. 26............Hot Dog & Kraut Oct. 27 ...................Beef Burrito Oct. 28........Chicken & Noodles Oct. 29...............Sausage Gravy .............................& Biscuits Activities Thursday, October 22 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Friday, October 23
Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Bingo........................12:30 p.m. Saturday, October 24 Cards & Games .........6:00 p.m. Monday, October 26 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Line Dancing..............7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, October 27 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Wednesday, October 28 Exercise....................10:30 a.m. Paint...........................1:00 p.m. Thursday, October 29 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.
Karoll Wagner tosses a basketball at the Senior Olympics. Karoll won several medals for the Pioneer Manor team.
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Pioneer Manor’s team at the Senior Olympics in Guymon, Ok. includes Anna Belle Skinner, Alan Sherrill, Verna Reazin, Mike Colvin, Karoll Wagner and Donna Little. Cheerleaders for the event included Celain Baker, Diane
Mangels, Gracie Porter, Rhonda Boone and Lynda Reazin. Medalists for Pioneer Manor were Verna Riezen, Karoll Wagner and Alan Sherill. Great job representing Stevens County!
WHAT’S HAPPENIN’ BREAST FRIENDS CANCER SUPPORT GROUP for breast cancer patients meets the second Wednesday of each month from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Legacy House, at 309 E. Walnut in Garden City. For more information call 620-272-2360. FARMERS MARKET in front of the chamber office on Seventh and Main from 9:00 a.m. to 12 Noon Saturdays. Every fourth Tuesday - Stevens County Heath Department is at the Senior Center every fourth Tuesday of the month from 11:00 a.m. to Noon to do free blood pres-
sure checks. October 22 - No school for USD 210 students due to Parent/ Teacher Conferences from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. October 23 - No school for USD 210 students. October 24 - HES Halloween carnival 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at HES gym. Proceeds benefit Relay for Life. - Barry Ward Concert and Dinner at 7:00 p.m. at Memorial Hall for tickets call Tom Mirabal at 620-4530063. Tickets can also be
purchased at the door. Proceeds go to Corey Mirabal Scholarship Fund. - Dermot Community Supper 7:00 p.m. at the Dermot Community Building. October 26 - HHS’s JV and C-teams will host Liberal at the HHS football field, starting at 4:00 p.m. JV play will start at 6:00 p.m. October 29 - Hugoton Middle School girls’ basketball will host Scott City, starting at 4:00 p.m. with the A-teams. Bteam play will start at 5:00 p.m.
Pioneer Manor resident Donna Little beams during the Opening Ceremonies of the Golden Senior Olympics in Guymon last week.
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TOOTSIE ROLL RESULTS And the winners of the kids' Tootsie Roll Guessing Jar are...*drumroll*... Annie Wall, Cameron Persing and Aubri Benavidez!! Annie (112) and Cameron (100) were the two closest guesses, so they each receive 106 Tootsie Rolls and get to pick out a free book to keep! Aubri came in a close second by guessing 96 Tootsie Rolls and wins a free book! Congratulations!! Stay tuned for our next guessing challenge! DECORATIONS If you haven’t seen our holiday decorations yet, you’re missing a real treat! Who says books are just for reading? Library staff member Laurie used her creative skills to build all kinds of creatures. From jack-o-lanterns to black cats, we have it all! TEXTILE EXHIBIT The textile exhibit is cur-
rently displayed in the library’s meeting room. Nine exhibitors are showing 38 separate pieces. Quilting, applique, knit, crochet and even fly tying are being showcased. The display will be available until October 31. CIRCLE TIME The special October 28 Circle time theme will be candy. Halloween costumes are welcome! KANSAS READS TO PRESCHOOLERS The annual week-long Kansas Reads to Preschoolers event is coming November 15 – 21. Special events are being planned. Stay tuned for more information. RECIPE SWAP The recipe swap is on the calendar! It will be December 10, beginning at 11:30 a.m. Recipes can be entered now through Wednesday, November 25! We hope to have a wonderful luncheon.
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History From The Hermes Compiled by Ruthie Winget Thursday, November 3, 2005 One of the more extreme examples of damage from Sunday evening’s torrent of wind and rain was the removal of the newly constructed roof at the Heritage Christian Academy on east First Street. The massive roof was stripped off the structure and landed in the yard of Duane and Barbara Williams home at 513 Northeast Avenue. HCA is in the process of building their new school. Thursday, November 3, 1995 Steve Brenn, a senior at Wichita State University, placed first in Class B piano competition at the Kansas Music Teachers Association competition October 20, 1995 in Lawrence. Steve is the son of Lawrence and Sheryl Brenn and a 1991 graduate of Hugoton High School.
Thursday, November 6, 1980 Candidates for the 1980 Homecoming Queen have been selected. The reigning queen will be chosen from the three senior candidates who are Lisa Wheeler, Sonja Sutton and Chelle Heger. Thursday, October 30, 1975 Hugoton bowling team Five Streaks recently won National honors at the American Junior Bowling Congress. The Five Streaks consist of Brenda Dumler, Dawnel Olinger, Susann Coulter, Cheri Dallan and Sandy Robinson. They were named on the top ten for team games out of 764,000 Junior Bowlers in the Congress. Thursday, October 27, 1955 Building permits were issued to Star Lumber for two frame homes with garages to be contructed at the estimated cost of $10,000 each. They
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will be located on the recently opened Trindle Street numbered 1009 and 1013. Friday, November 2, 1945 Shoe rationing ends at midnight, November 2, 1945. Shoe rationing has been in effect due to the war since February 8, 1943. Local stores do
not expect any quantity of shoes to arrive until military requirements are cut. If any readers have pictures or memories for the history page of the Hermes, please bring them in to Ruthie Winget at the Hugoton Hermes Newspaper.
The first St. Helen Catholic Church was moved to Hugoton in 1947. This church served the Hugoton Catholics until the new church was built in 1978. This vacant building was relocated and is now located on Hugoton’s Main Street. From “The History of Stevens County and Its People”.
Kansas Weekly Gas Prices Average retail gasoline prices in Kansas have fallen 8.6 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.24 per gallon Sunday, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 1,329 gas outlets in Kansas. This compares with the national average that has fallen 5.4 cents per gallon in the last week to $2.26 per gallon, according to gasoline price Web site Gas Buddy.com. Including the change in gas prices in Kansas during the past week, prices Sunday were 66.8 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 8.2 cents per gallon higher than a month ago. The national average has decreased 3.7 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 84.5 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago. "Falling gasoline prices have been the name of the game after a brief hiatus," said Patrick DeHaan, senior petroleum analyst for GasBuddy.com. "Forty-nine of the nation's 50 states saw gasoline prices falling an average of six cents a gallon during the last week, while the Midwest, previously hit with price spikes, saw among the biggest
declines as some refiners returned from maintenance, easing supply concerns. Oil prices also took a break after seeing the largest weekly increase since 2009 to post a big decrease last week." "At last week's close, a barrel of West Texas Intermediate crude was seen trading around $46/bbl, which certainly helped gasoline prices fall. The gasoline price environment remains vastly improved versus a year ago: just 13.4 percent of nation's gas stations are selling at over $2.50 a gallon today, while a year ago, 100 percent of stations were over that mark. Nearly a quarter of the nation's gasoline stations are currently selling under $2 per gallon, and that number will likely grow in the months ahead as refiners continue to finish maintenance and resume producing gasoline at a time when demand is low, contributing downward pressure to gasoline prices," DeHaan said. For a complete listing of current averages and other fuel price data, visit http://media.gasbuddy.com. For fuel news and alerts, follow @GasBuddyNews on Twitter.
This sewing center, displayed at the Museum, was used in retail stores in the early 1900s to sell sewing needles, thread, bobbins, or anything else to be used for sewing.
MUSEUM UPDATE from The Stevens County Gas & Historical Museum Beulah Carter, Curator Heather McCrary and Billy Woodworth
905 South Adams, Hugoton Hours: Monday - Friday Saturday 1 - 5 p.m. 1 - 4 p.m. “Needles, Shuttles and Bobbins for your machine” is proclaimed on the front of this exhibit at Stevens County Gas and Historical Museum. It was used in retail stores during the early nineteeth century to store needles, thread, and anything needed for all kinds of different home sewing projects. A needle chart is shown
on the front of this equipment. Come in to the Museum to see this as well as many other exhibits! The Stevens County Gas and Historical Museum is located at 905 S. Adams. You are invited to visit Monday through Friday from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. The Museum is also open Saturdays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
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Agriculture Corner FSA - NRCS - SCCD 544-2261 USDA is an equal opportunity employer and provider Farmers to Receive Documentation of USDA Services Local Offices Issue Receipts for Services Provided U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) State Executive Director Adrian Polansky reminds agricultural producers that FSA provides a receipt to customers who request or receive assistance or information on FSA programs. “If you visit our office, you’ll receive documentation of services requested and provided,” said Polansky. “It’s part of our mission to provide enhanced customer service for producers. From December through June, FSA issued more than 327,000 electronic receipts.” The 2014 Farm Bill requires a receipt to be issued for any agricultural program assistance requested from FSA, the National Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and Rural Development (RD). Receipts include the date, summary of the visit and any agricultural information, program and/or loan assistance provided to an individual or entity. In some cases, a form or document – such as a completed and signed program
enrollment form – serve as the customer receipt instead of a printed or electronic receipt. A service is any information, program or loan assistance provided whether through a visit, email, fax or letter. This announcement was made possible through the 2014 Farm Bill. The Farm Bill builds on historic economic gains in rural America over the past six years, while achieving meaningful reform and billions of dollars in savings for the taxpayer. Since enactment, USDA has made significant progress to implement each provision of this critical legislation, including providing disaster relief to farmers and ranchers; strengthening risk management tools; expanding access to rural credit; funding critical research; establishing innovative public-private conservation partnerships; developing new markets for rural-made products; and investing in infrastructure, housing and community facilities to help improve quality of life in rural America. For more information, visit www.usda.gov/farmbill. To learn more about FSA, visit www.fsa.usda.gov or to find your local USDA office, visit http://offices.usda.gov.
Deer-vehicle crashes increase in the fall Mating season and the quest for more secure habitat have deer on the move at this time of year, increasing the chances of vehicle collisions. Typically, the greatest occurrence of deer-vehicle crashes is in mid-November when the rut, or mating season, peaks. “In addition to the rut, deer are also on the move in mid-fall seeking new locations as crops are harvested and leaves fall from trees and shrubs, leaving them less secure than in their summer habitats,” said Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism biologist Lloyd Fox. According to the Kansas Department of Transportation, 15 percent of Kansas crashes last year were deer-related (crashes in which a deer and vehicle actually collided or the presence of a deer was a contributing circumstance). Although crashes involving deer occur throughout the year in every Kansas county, the highest number of crashes typically occur where there are the most vehicles. Sedgwick County had 422 deer-vehicle crashes in 2014, the most of any county. The Kansas Highway Patrol cautions drivers to avoid taking extra-ordinary measures to avoid striking a deer in the road, lest a bad situation become even worse. “If you are unfortunate enough to have a deer enter the highway in front of your car, it is best to hit the animal and not swerve to avoid it,” said the KHP’s Lt. Adam Winters. “Often we find more serious crashes occur when you swerve in avoidance.” Other tips to avoid deer collisions include: • Be especially watchful at dawn and dusk when deer are particularly active.
• Watch for more than one deer, as they seldom travel alone. • Reduce speed and be alert near wooded areas or green spaces such as parks or golf courses and near water sources such as streams or ponds. • Deer crossing signs show where high levels of deer/vehicle crashes have occurred in the past. • Use your bright lights to help you detect deer as far ahead as possible. • Always wear a seat belt and use appropriate child safety seats. Even if you are waiting in your car, it is best to wear your seat belt, and have your children in car seats. If you do hit a deer, here are some additional tips: • Don’t worry about the animal. Law enforcement will arrange to have the animal removed from the road when they arrive. Tell law enforcement dispatch if the deer is still in the road when reporting the crash call. • If possible, remain in the vehicle, and remain buckled up, protecting yourself in the event there is a secondary crash involving another vehicle. • If you must be outside your vehicle, stand as far off the road as possible; make sure hazard lights are activated; don't stand between your vehicle and another vehicle; and make sure children are kept properly restrained in your vehicle. • If you hit a deer, slow down, pull onto the shoulder and turn on the emergency flashers. To report a crash on Kansas highways from a cellular phone, call *47 (*HP) for a highway patrol dispatcher or *582 (*KTA) for assistance on the Kansas Turnpike. The crash can also be rported by dialing 911.
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Patrick Arange has this spooky sight in his front yard as he celebrates Halloween each
Bell. Madeline Fleming is Parliamentarian. Other club members were given either games or music. People representing Buffalo Boosters at 4-H Council are President Madison Hall and Maggie White. Jacob Bell and Isabella Hall are alternates. Items discussed at the meeting were first, enrollment is due by November 15. Also, the county 4-H Achievement Banquet is November 1. People have to RSVP by October 23 and pay
year. His yard is full of other creepy creatures to commemorate this scary season.
Cost-Share Signup on Land Conservation Practices The Stevens County Conservation District has state cost-share funds available for practices for livestock watering systems - water wells, power source, pipelines, cross-fencing, windbreaks, pasture and hayland planting, critical area planting, grass seeding re-establishments, and conveyance irrigation pipeline to convert flood irrigation to a center pivot irrigation. Contact our office at 5442991 ext. 3 if you have questions or are interested in any of the cost-share practices.
Agriculture economic impact is on Report Pate Agency, LP the rise in rural Kansas communities Market At the Close Tuesday The Crop Insurance Specialists
From Elkhart to Elwood and Baxter Springs to St. Francis, and in rural communities and urban and suburban cities, agriculture touches every Kansan and drives the state’s economy. The Kansas Department of Agriculture recently updated an interactive map showing the economic impact of agriculture in the counties across Kansas. Located on the KDA Web site at http://agriculture. ks.gov, the map can be used to find agricultural economic facts for each of the 105 counties in Kansas. KDA annually updates the statistics on the map to give the state’s driving economic industry the recognition it deserves. In the 66 sectors of Kansas agriculture that were recognized for this data compilation, the total output is approximately $62.8 billion. Agriculture also supports more than 229,934 jobs statewide. “Kansas agriculture contributes 43 percent of the state’s total economy,” said Secretary of Agriculture Jackie McClaskey. “It’s easy to see cattle in a pasture or tractors in a field, but it’s not always easy to fully know the impact agriculture has on your local region. This map breaks down statistics and shows the impact each county has on the total state economy.” The interactive map allows users to see detailed agricultural statistics including farm numbers, leading agricultural sectors and valueadded data. KDA utilized facts from the 2012 census surveys conducted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agriculture Statistics Service. The economic impact data is sourced from IMPLAN. KDA is committed to providing an environment that enhances and encourages economic growth of the agriculture industry and the Kansas economy. The county statistics map is available at http://agriculture.ks.gov/countystatistics. For more information about
Buffalo Boosters 4-H Club holds first meet for 2015-2016 The Buffalo Boosters 4-H Club’s first meeting for 20152016 took place October 11 at the UMC fellowship hall. The Buffalo Boosters enjoyed a lasagna dinner made by leader Tina White. Leader Laura Hall provided French bread. Tia Bell brought a chocolate cake for dessert. Officers for the 2015-2016 year are President Madison Hall, Vice President Maggie White, Secretary/ Treasurer Isabella Hall, and Reporter/Historian Jacob
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a fee. Also, the Buffalo Boosters 4-H Club has decorations along with the City Slickers out of Hugoton. The next Junior Leaders meeting is also November 16. Other activities for the year were discussed. The next meeting will be November 1, at 7:00 pm. The meeting was adjourned. Submitted by Buffalo Boosters Reporter/Historian Jacob Bell.
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Thursday, October 22, 2015
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Rolla News By Phoebe Brummett
Friday, October 23 - Parent/Teacher conferences; 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. - Pheasant Heaven Charities Free Meal at Game; 6:00 p.m. - High School Football vs Satanta; 7:00 p.m. Saturday, October 24 - High School Cross Country Regionals; TBA - High School Volleyball Regionals; TBA
Thursday, October 29 - Spook Parade in the Old Gym; 3:00 p.m. - High School Football at Moscow; 7:00 p.m. (Stevens County Law Enforcement Free Meal begins at 5:00 p.m.) Friday, October 30 - State Volleyball; TBA - ARGH Saturday, October 31 - State Cross Country; TBA - State Volleyball; TBA
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Pictured are the players on the football team clockwise from top Raegan Hinds, Ashly Hart, Juan Martinez, Jose Badillo, Alex Hoyt, Panches Maravilla, Carson Milburn, Luis Martinez, Ty Dixon, William Brown, Chance Toole and Teagan Simmons.
Center, top to bottom are Coach Gardell Schnable, Coach Kent Milburn, Coach Jesse Drew, Tracy Pietz, Cacee Milburn and Daniel Weatherly. Photo courtesy of Traci Taylor.
Ingalls Bulldogs shut out Rolla Pirates Friday, October 16, the Rolla Pirates football team and cheerleaders traveled to Ingalls to take on the Ingalls Bulldogs. The Bulldogs were there to
fight and took down the Pirates, 50-0. The Pirates will take on the Satanta Indians Friday, October 23 at Rolla. Rolla will be sporting PINK
OUT night, in honor of those who have fought breast cancer or those who are still fighting. The senior class will be serving chili and cinnamon rolls, be-
ginning at 6:00 p.m. Pheasant Heaven Charities will also be serving a free meal around the football field. Come and yell for the Pirates Friday, at Rolla!
Rolla All Around 4-H’ers congratulate members entering State Fair The Rolla All Around started 2015-2016 October 5, 2015 at 6:38 p.m at the Rolla Civic Center. The Hanna family provided the refreshments. The meeting was called to order by Vice President Kenzie Jones. The club welcomed a new member, Samantha Dunn. The pledges were led by Samantha Dunn and SaKya Milburn. Roll call was answered by "What new projects are you taking this year"? There were ten members, one leader, three parents, and two guests, David and Crystal Bashford, present. Last month’s meeting minutes were read by Jayden
BHE construction rep Quince Burton, left, discusses natural gas-powered irrigation systems with customer Kent Dunn.
Hanna. Carlie Jones gave treasurer report. Priscilla Milburn, club leader, congratulated the RAA 4-H’ers who entered in the Kansas State Fair. The club members received two purples, five blues, one red and two whites at the Kansas State Fair. Two of the entries received high awards in photography; Rylan Williams received the Sunflower Award and SaKya Milburn received the Kansas 4-H Foundation Award! Congratulations to all 4-H’ers at the State fair!! Old business was for 4-H’ers to still be thinking of ideas for community service for the county 4-H council. In new business, 4-H’ers need to sign up for project talks,
demonstration, cleaning and refreshments. The club also elected officer's for the upcoming year. They are President Kenzie Jones, Vice President Jayden Hanna, Secretary Paige Claassen, Treasurer Carlie Jones, Junior President Jaxon Schwindt, Junior Vice President Tyne Ellis, Junior Secretary Sakya Milburn Junior Treasurer Brynlee Williams, Reporter Rylan Williams, Recreation Leader Deserae Schwindt, Flag Salute Leader Samantha Dunn, and 4-H council members are Kenzie Jones, Jayden Hanna, Carlie Jones and Deserae Schwindt. Also in new business Elkhart Coop is having their
annual food drive, October 19-30, they have asked for help to please drop off any non perishable food items to any branch of the Elkhart Coop. RAA also talked about having a bake sale at Santa Day December 18 in Rolla. That was tabled until next month’s meeting. RAA also decided to do the RADA fundraiser again this year starting in November. If you would like to look at a book or purchase RADA contact an RAA 4-H’er. Calendar events coming up are the Achievement Banquet November 8 at the Elkhart City Hall. Next month's meeting will be November 2, 2015. Written by RAA Club Reporter Rylan Williams.
Garry Norton will compete at Regional Cross Country Senior Garry Norton will be running for Rolla in the Regional Cross Country meet Saturday, October 24. Garry is the sole varsity runner for the Rolla Pirates team. Other teammates include Brianna Smith, junior, and junior high runners, Owen Shores and Monte Fosdick. Coach Kelly Schnable has done a fantastic job coaching these team members and taking them to multiple cross country events. Good luck Saturday, Garry! The Pirates are cheering for your best time ever!
Rolla Cross Country competitors include, left to right, Garry Norton, Brianna Smith, Coach Kelly Schnable, Monte Fosdick and Owen Shores. Photo courtesy of 2015-16 Pirate Yearbook Staff.
Dermot community supper is October 24
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PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, October 8, 2015) 3t STATE OF COUNTY, ss:
KANSAS,
STEVENS
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF TOM E. JOSLIN a/k/a THOMAS E. JOSLIN, DECEASED Case No. 15PR37 NOTICE OF HEARING You are hereby notified that Edward Ferris, one of the heirs, devisees and legatees of the will and estate of Tom E. Joslin a/k/a Thomas E. Joslin, deceased, has filed a petition in the above Court, together with authenticated copy of the foreign probated will of the decedent, Tom E. Joslin a/k/a Thomas E. Joslin, and the proceedings admitting his will to probate in the Superior Court of King County, Washington. The Petition alleges, among other things, the decedent was the owner at the time of his death of certain real estate situate in Stevens County, Kansas, upon which decedent's will operates, as more fully described in the petition filed in this proceeding.
The petitioner prays the Court for an order admitting proceedings had in the Superior Court of King County, Washington, to probate and record in the District Court of Stevens County, Kansas, and adjudging administration of the estate within the State of Kansas is unnecessary and should not be required; the decedent's real estate, including mineral interests, described in the Petition, owned by the decedent, Tom E. Joslin a/k/a Thomas E. Joslin, be assigned to the persons entitled thereto, pursuant to the terms of decedent's will, and for further relief. You are hereby required to file your defenses to the petition on or before the 30th day of October, 2015, at 10:00 a.m. of said day, in said Court, in the district courtroom at the county courthouse, in Hugoton, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition. Edward Ferris Petitioner TATE & KITZKE L.L.C. 1024 S. Trindle, P. O. Box 909 Hugoton, KS 67951 Telephone: 620-544-2103 Attorneys for Petitioner
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BY JUDY HICKERT
Hickerts travel to Texas
Judy Hickert’s grandson Braden is the one with the red sweater pictured on the right.
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UMC sponsors Trunk or Treat
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Judy Hickert and daughter Valena Gonzalez of Wichita, and grandson Braden Hickert of Overland
Thursday, October 22, 2015
Park traveled to Midland, Tx. Friday, October 9 to visit Aaron and Beth Hickert and Ben. Then they went especially to see the play "Grease", performed by the Drama Class of Midland High School at the high school theatre. Ben is a junior in the high school. They gave a great performance Saturday evening. The group performed the play five times over two weekends. Ben played the part of Eugene. Judy, Valena and Braden returned home Monday after a really fun weekend.
Trunk or Treat will be Halloween night at the United Methodist Church on Main Street in Moscow. This has been a popular event for several years, and gives those living out of town a chance to give out treats and see the kids. So come on out and be ready to see lots of great costumes.
Chili Feed at firehouse for Halloween The Stevens County Chili Feed, Medical Benefit Dinner for a local fireman, will be at the Moscow Firehouse Halloween, Saturday, October 31. Serving will begin at 5:00 p.m. There will be a free will donation.
The Moscow Baptist Church team kids are working on a project Road Signs for Life. They
The annual Moscow United Methodist Church bazaar is quickly approaching November 7. A new activity this year associated with the bazaar will be a quilt raffle. The queen sized quilt was made and donated by Moscow resident Henry Smith. Henry took up quilt making last year as a winter
project. The quilt is comprised of many colors of fourinch by two-inch rectangles with two-inch white squares. Tickets may be purchased at the bazaar or by contacting Angie, Patty, Rhea, Sevalan, Tia, Zo or the church office. The drawing for the quilt will be at the end of the bazaar November 7.
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PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in The Hugoton Her3t mes, Thursday, October 22, 2015) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF GARY L. HEGER, DECEASED Case No. 15PR38 NOTICE TO CREDITORS THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You and each of you will take notice that on the 13th day of October, 2015, Christopher T. Heger and Robb L. Heger, were appointed as Co-Executors of the Estate of Gary L. Heger, deceased, and duly qualified as such Co-Executors; and Letters Testamentary were issued to them on October 13, 2015, by the District Court of
Stevens County, Kansas. All parties interested in the Estate will govern themselves accordingly. All creditors of the decedent are notified to exhibit their demands against the Estate within the later of four (4) months from the date of the first publication of this notice under K.S.A. 59-2236 and amendments thereto, or if the identity of the creditor is known or reasonably ascertainable, within 30 days after actual notice was given as provided by law, and if their demands is not thus exhibited, they shall be forever barred. Christopher T. Heger Robb L. Heger Co-Executors TATE & KITZKE L.L.C. 1024 S. Trindle, P. O. Box 909 Hugoton, KS 67951-0909 (620) 544-2103 Attorneys for the Co-Executors
Henry Smith made and donated the quilt to the Moscow United Methodsit Church Bazaar.
PUBLIC NOTICE
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DELINQUENT PERSONAL PROPERTY TAXES 2014 In Accordance with 19-547 law general statute 1982 Kansas, the following Personal Property Tax Warrants were returned by the Sheriff of Stevens County, Kansas to my office this October, 2015 Vanessa Willis Stevens County County Treasurer
Much like many of their human counterparts, pets do not always relish winter. Animals can experience arthritis pain or fatigue when the cold sets in. Shorter periods of daylight also may make them less active and likely to sleep for longer periods of time. In an effort to stay warm, some pets get creative. Cats can unintentionally put themselves in danger just to chase a chill away. The American Animal Hospital Association says cats will curl up against almost anything, including car engines, to stay warm. Cats caught in moving engine parts can be seriously hurt or killed. Before you turn your engine on, check be-
neath the car or make a lot of noise by honking the horn or rapping on the hood. Also, if you have exposed radiators in a home or apartment, construct a cover to prevent cats and dogs from climbing on the exposed coils. The hot water pumping through radiators can cause burns. Cats and dogs also may get too close to fireplaces, so use a protective screen to keep them away from hot embers. Pets also can knock over portable heaters in an attempt to get warm. Look for models that automatically shut off if they fall over to reduce your risk of fire. From Metro Editorial Services.
Amtrak plans improvements for Holcomb Work is expected to begin next week on infrastructure improvements for the Amtrak Southwest Chief route. The work, which will upgrade several miles of the La Junta subdivision of the Kansas Division of BNSF Railway to support passenger train speeds, is funded by a federal Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER) Grant awarded to the City of Garden City in the fall of 2014. The Southwest Chief is an Amtrak passenger service that operates daily between Chicago and Los Angeles. A segment of the route through Kansas and eastern Colorado is on a BNSF Railway subdivision where freight traffic levels no longer justify the investment required to support passenger train speeds. According to railway engineers, the condition of the route is sufficient for freight traffic, but without intervention, would not meet the higher maintenance standards required for the operation of passenger trains and the route would no longer be feasible. The Southwest Chief provides critical public transportation for rural communities in Kansas, Colorado, and New Mexico. In 2011, communities in those three states began working to find a funding solution to address the infrastructure needs of the route. According
to the communities, the TIGER funds represent a key component of the funding program and will be used to preserve passenger service along the route. “Ever since Amtrak and BNSF first met publically in April of 2012 with Garden City and other communities, your city led a regional partnership to rally matching funds and other support to make the capital investments to preserve and improve this route,” said Ray Lang, Senior Director, Amtrak Government Affairs & Corporate Communications. “This infrastructure work now underway in Kansas and next in Colorado helps achieve what all of us want: reliable, daily Amtrak Southwest Chief service that is vital public transportation connecting Kansas, Colorado and New Mexico to the 500 destinations on the Amtrak network.” The grant - in the amount of $12,469,963 - has been combined with $9,300,000 of state, local, and private funds to address the route’s infrastructure needs. The project will restore 46.9 miles of the 158 miles of bolted rail sections between Pierceville, and Las Animas, Co., to Class IV condition for Amtrak speeds up to 79 mph. Improvements will include continuous welded rail, new turnouts (track switches) and grade crossings. The upgrades will
be beneficial for both passenger and freight rail, along with users of the improved railroad crossings. The fall 2015 portion of the project is expected to be completed before Thanksgiving and will include work from Holcomb, to west of Deerfield. Seven track switches in this segment will also be completed, along with two road crossings west of the area. “This project is the culmination of work by a multitude of people who recognize the importance of passenger and freight rail to our communities,” Garden City Manager Matt Allen said. “This would not have been possible without the support of our elected representatives at the State level and at the Federal level.” Allen also expressed his gratitude to those entities that have contributed matching funds to the project. They are: Amtrak; BNSF; the Kansas Department of Transportation; Dodge City, Garden City, Hutchinson and Newton in Kansas; La Junta, Lamar, Trinidad, Bent County, Las Animas County, Otero County, Prowers County and Pueblo County in Colorado; the I-25 Coalition and the Colorado Rail Passenger Association. The City of La Junta has submitted an application for 2015 TIGER Grant funds. The application is under review by the US Department of Transportation.
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Thursday, October 22, 2015
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PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, October 22, 2015) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS WELLS FARGO BANK, NA PLAINTIFF -vsMARTIN ARAIZA-NUNEZ, et. al.; DEFENDANTS No. 15-CV-9 Div. No. K.S.A. 60 Mortgage Foreclosure
Hugoton in said County, on November 17, 2015, at 10:00, of said day the following described real estate located in the County of Stevens, State of Kansas, to wit: SURFACE AND SURFACE RIGHTS ONLY IN AND TO: LOTS NINE (9) AND TEN (10), BLOCK EIGHT (8), IN THE CITY OF MOSCOW, STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS, ACCORDING TO THE DULY FILED AND RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. Commonly known as 214 Liniger St, Moscow, Kansas 67952 This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Under and by virtue of an Order of Sale issued by the Clerk of the District Court in and for the said County of Stevens, in a certain cause in said Court Numbered 15-CV-9, wherein the parties above named were respectively plaintiff and defendant, and to me, the undersigned Sheriff of said County, directed, I will offer for sale at public auction and sell to the highest bidder for cash in hand at the front steps of the courthouse in the City of
Ted Heaton SHERIFF OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS SHAPIRO & KREISMAN, LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff 4220 Shawnee Mission Parkway Suite 418B Fairway, KS 66205 (913)831-3000 Fax No. (913)831-3320 Our File No. 15-008098
Hermes Classified Deadline Mondays 5:00 p.m. Solution to October 15, 2015, puzzle
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.
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LOCAL & OTR DRIVERS WANTED Full/Part time Class A CDL with N endorsement. 2 years min. experience and clean MVR
Please call 620-544-2900 & leave a message or pick up application at 120 W. 6th in Hugoton.
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Hugoton USD 210 is accepting applications for a
Full Time Custodian Please visit our Web site at usd210.org to apply.(2c42)
CRI FEEDERS is accepting applications for a cattle doctor in our hospital. Duties include (but are not limited to): safe handling of sick and/or injured cattle, proper handling and safe administration of treatments, and equipment operation (pickup and trailer, wheel-loader, tractor, etc.). Computer skills, valid driver’s license and bilingual (reading and speaking) required.
Please bring resume and apply in person at the feedyard, 25 miles NW of Guymon. Call 580-545-3344 for directions. CRI Feeders stresses safety in the workplace and is an EOE.
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The Stevens County Farm Service Agency (FSA) is accepting applications for a temporary full-time Program Technician position to assist with general office & clerical work The position begins at a Grade 3 or Grade 4. Salary range is $25,434 to $28,533 depending on knowledge and experience. An agricultural background and general computer knowledge is not required, but could be helpful. To apply contact the Stevens County FSA office at 607 E. 11th, Hugoton, KS between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Applications must be returned to the office no later than 4:30 pm, Wednesday, November 4, 2015. FSA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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Aqua Shield Roofing & Spray Foam Insulation an established spray foam company is seeking a competent, independent worker. The successful candidate must be a team player, safety focused and a responsible individual who takes pride in their work. Required Skills: · Looking for a long term opportunity · Must be reliable · Ability to work independently · Willing to learn and must have a positive attitude · Ability to work overtime and some weekends if needed Preferred Skills: · Experience with E30's and fusion guns a plus · Previous spray foam installation experience (Or spray gun experience) Higher pay grade based on experience. Signing bonus for 5+ years experience behind a spray gun. Job Type: Full-time Salary: Competitive Wages
Please pick up an application at Aqua Shield, 616 S. Main in Hugoton
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KANSAS DAIRY INGREDIENTS, LLC INVENTORY CONTROL RECEIVER Kansas Dairy Ingredients is looking for an individual to join our growth oriented and fast paced environment as an Inventory Control Receiver. Founded in 2012, we have a newly constructed state of the art milk concentration facility located in Hugoton, Kansas.
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Responsibilities: Compiles & maintains records of quantity, type and value of material, equipment, merchandise or supplies stocked in warehouse and on grounds by performing the following: Count & post totals to inventory records, compare inventories to office records, verifies computations against physical counts, monitors inventory entering & leaving the warehouse, prepares reports, and stocks & issues materials or merchandise. Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or GED; strong computer and mathematical skills; excellent organizational skills, and strong attention to detail; and must be able to successfully pass forklift training. We offer competitive starting wages, benefits and opportunities for advancement, including Employer Paid Medical (Employee); Voluntary Dental, Vision, Life & Disability; Employee Bonus Program; Automatic Company Match 401(k); and Paid Time Off.
If you would like to join the Kansas Dairy Ingredients Team, please send your resume to
7306 NW Tiffany Springs Pkwy, Suite 110, Kansas City, Mo. 64153, email to lsevick@kansasdairyingredients.com, or apply in person at 1010 E. 10th St., Hugoton, Ks.
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BEFORE THE STATE CORPORATION COMMISSION OF THE STATE OF KANSAS NOTICE OF FILING APPLICATION
RE: Merit Energy Company LLC- Application to amend the D32,279 permit to authorize the disposal saltwater into the Wiggains 12-5 located in Stevens County, Kansas. TO: All Oil and Gas Producers, Unleased Minerals Interest Owners, Landowners, and all persons whomever concerned. You, and each of you, are hereby notified that Merit Energy Company LLC, has filed an application to amend the permit to disposal of saltwater into the Morrow formation at the Wiggains 12-5, located in the SENW-SW-NE Sec 12 T35S-T36W
Stevens County, Kansas, with a maximum operating pressure of 2000 psi and a maximum injection rate of 2000 bbls per day. Any persons who object to or protest this application shall be required to file their objections or protests with the Conservation Division of the State Corporation Commission of the State of Kansas within fifteen (30) days from the date of this publication. These protests shall be filed pursuant to Commission regulations and must state specific reasons why the grant of the application may cause waste violate correlative rights or pollute the natural resources of the State of Kansas. All persons interested or concerned shall take notice of the foregoing and shall govern themselves accordingly. Merit Energy Company 13727 Noel Road Suite 1200 Dallas, TX 75240 (972) 628-1660
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Hugoton Area Camera Club members tour Beaver Museum Hugoton Area Camera Club members took a trip to Beaver, Ok. Sunday, October 18 to visit the JonesPlummer Trail Museum. Museum Curator, Robbi Hancock gave the group a great tour of the museum. She also told them about the
Jones-Plummer Trail, used to drive cattle north, that ran through Beaver. One of the highlights of the tour was the Dr. Calhoun exhibit of saddles. After Dr. Calhoun's death, his family built a large addition to the museum to hold his
collection of saddles. Sixtyone saddles are on display. The addition also holds his many other collections. Club members also ate dinner in Beaver and toured the Sandhills Park north of Beaver.
Jacob Frazee qualifies to be a Licensed Sales Associate Jacob Frazee of Guymon, Ok., has completed the educational processes and passed the State and National Exams to be recognized by the Oklahoma Real Estate Commission as a Licensed Sales Associate. Jacob Frazee, Sales Associate, is affiliated with United Country Stutzman Realty and Auction LLC based in Ulysses. While in class, Jacob completed intensive training. Classes consisted of Introduction to Real Estate, Real Estate Law, Real Estate Ownership, Transferring Real Estate, Real Estate Brokerage, Real Estate Valuation and Real Estate Finance. Known nationally, regionally and locally, United Country Stutzman Realty & Auction LLC is proud to have Jacob Frazee as a Licensed
Hugoton Area Camera Club members travel to Beaver, Ok. to visit the Jones-Plummer Trail
Museum. They also took time to tour the Sandhills Park north of Beaver.
Hugoton Area Camera Club judges photographs Jacob Frazee of Guymon, Ok., accepts congratulations for being accepted by United Country Stutzman Realty and Auction LLC. Sales Associate serving Guymon and the entire Oklahoma Panhandle. Jacob is excited about the real estate opportunities and anticipates working for you in the areas of Agricultural, Commercial and Residential sales and purchases. Jacob is a native of south-
west Kansas but has lived the past several years in Guymon. Jacob can be reached by telephone at the office at 620356-1954 or on his cell at 620-575-6166. Submitted by United Country Stutzman Realty & Auction LLC.
By Judy Hickert The Hugoton Area Camera Club met Thursday evening October 15 at the Hugoton Senior Center. Members brought and judged photographs of automobiles. The winners were tied for first place with "Old Truck" by Susan Willis and "Confused" by Corin Castro. Second place winner was "Model T" by Susan Willis. The theme for the November meeting is advertising signs. Discussion took place about the trip to Beaver Ok. to see the Museum.
Kansas Water Authority adopts water supply goals Recently in Hutchinson the Kansas Water Authority (KWA) adopted the final water supply goals for each of the 14 regions. The KWA also appointed Regional Advisory Committee (RAC) members to serve and represent various water users in their regions. As part of the process for the Long Term Vision for the Future
of Water in Kansas call to action, local stakeholders have been working for the past eight months to help develop water supply goals based on public input and available resource condition information for each of the 14 regions. Since being approved by the KWA, the priority goals will guide the newly selected RACs as they
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implement the priority goals for each region. “The KWA and I want to commend the stakeholders in each of the 14 regions who put in so much time and effort to produce water supply goals to help ensure their area’s water future,” said KWA Chairman Gary Harshberger. “With Governor Brownback’s leadership on Kansas water priorities this will enable the KWA and KWO to change the way water planning will be done in Kansas going forward. I encourage all citizens to continue with this momentum and have an active role in implementing the strategies of the Water Vision for future generations to come.” The newly appointed RACs main task will be to work with the KWA to ensure water supply priorities and goals of each region are implemented. “As citizens of Kansas the time is now to start planning for a viable source of quality water for our future. Although most of us take our water for granted, we must realize water is not an unlimited resource,” said Verdigris RAC Chair Doug Blex. “I was honored to serve as chair of a talented team of volunteers who recommended a “grassroots” solution to the Authority to help solve Kansas water issues and look forward to helping lead the Verdigris region in now implementing those solutions as well.” The KWA will encourage the
RAC members to help implement the following Vision statement for each region: Kansans act on a shared commitment to have the water resources necessary to support the state’s social, economic and natural resource needs for current and future generations. “This aquifer is a finite, nonrenewable resource that we must manage to prevent the total collapse of our economy that would ensue with its depletion,” said Upper Smoky Hill Chair Shane Mann. "This whole process has highlighted the water issues all across our state. It is important that each region implement the goals to ensure the water supply can meet their needs now and in the future." In the coming months the Vision will be coordinated with other aspects of the Kansas Water Plan (KWP). The KWP is used by the state of Kansas to coordinate the management, conservation and development of the water resources of the state. It contains recommendations on how the state can best achieve the proper use and control of water resources. To read the final version of the Long-Term Vision for the Future of Water Supply in Kansas, view the approved water supply goals for each region or see the RAC meeting schedule, visit www.kwo.org.
Susan Willis tied for first in the Camera Club’s photography contest last month with a shot of an old pickup among the weeds.
Corin Castro captures a different sort of pickup - and a tie of first place in the Camera Club’s monthly contest - with this photo aptly entitled “Confused”.
A picture of a Model T, taken by Susan Willis, wins second in last month’s Camera Club photo contest.
SOCIAL SECURITY NEWS By Richard Fowler Social Security Operations Supervisor in Dodge City
will again list the names of the Veterans from Stevens County November 5, 2015. If you are a Veteran of a branch of the service, or you know of a friend or relative who served and was not listed last year, please contact the Registrar of Deeds at the Stevens County Courthouse, or contact The Hermes. This year we are also allowing you to honor your special Veteran with an ad in the November 5 issue. Complete this form and bring/send to:
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MAKE YOUR FUTURE A GOOD ONE WITH THE RETIREMENT ESTIMATOR In 1985, after making it back to the future from 1955, Marty joined Doc for a drive 30 years into the future. That future is now. If the alternate 2015 of the Back to the Future film series were accurate, we’d be easing along on hover boards, navigating skyways in flying cars, and enjoying the luxuries of self-lacing sneakers and self-fitting jackets. In that imagined 2015, we conduct business by fax and watch multiple channels of entertainment on the wall. In some ways, the real 2015 is far more advanced than the imagined one of the movies. You don’t see any computers or online services in the movie — let alone the computers most of us carry around with us in the form of smart phones and tablets. In the real 2015, you can do a far better job of predicting your own future. Just visit the Retirement Estimator at www.socialsecurity.gov/estima tor. With the Retirement Estimator, you can plug in some basic
information to get an instant, personalized estimate of your future benefits. Different choices in life can alter the course of your future, so try out different scenarios such as higher and lower future earnings amounts and various retirement dates to get a good prediction of how such things can change your future benefit amounts. As Doc said in the final moments of the film series, no one’s future has been written yet. “Your future is what you make it. So make it a good one.” With the information you get
from the Retirement Estimator, you’ll have a better idea of what types of savings and pensions you may need, and at what age you should consider retiring — to make your future the best it can be. You don’t need a converted DeLorean or flux capacitor or even a team of creative filmmakers to predict your future. Just visit the Retirement Estimator at www.socialsecurity.gov/estima tor. And when you’re ready to put that future in motion, apply for benefits online at www.so cialsecurity.gov/ap plyonline.