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Patrick Arange wishes everyone a Happy Halloween with all the scary creatures in his front yard.

Volume 126, Number 43

Thursday, October 24, 2013

National Drug Take-Back Day is Saturday Unused medications can be safely disposed at Stevens County Law Enforcement Center located at 510 S. Monroe in Hugoton during the semi-annual National Drug Take-Back Day October 26. Boxes will be located in the lobby for your convenience. If you have any questions, please call 620544-4386.

“Safely disposing of unused medications lowers

the risk of accidental or intentional misuse,” Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt said recently.

“Kansans should take advantage of this opportunity to clean out their medicine cabinets and help prevent these drugs from falling into the wrong hands.”

Local law enforcement agencies, in partnership with the United States Drug Enforcement Admin-

the Hugoton United Methodist Church office October 21-25 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon. Call the church office if other arrangements need to be made at 620-544-8715.

Winter clothing and coats of all sizes are being accepted. Gently used items are accepted if clean

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istration, will be collecting unused medications Saturday, October 26 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Locations can be found by visiting the Attorney General’s Web site at www.ag.ks.gov.

Since the program began in 2010, Kansans have turned in more than 17 tons of medications.

Story submitted by the office of the Attorney General Derek Schmidt.

Hugoton UMC to give out winter clothing Hugoton United Methodist Church will distribute winter coats and clothing Sunday, October 27 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at 828 S. Main in Hugoton. Project Hope is unable to continue their clothing pantry but the community may participate in this effort by bringing new or clean gently used coats to

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and in good condition.

People needing assistance with winter clothing and outer wear needs are invited to the church Sunday, October 27 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Call the church office if more information is needed at 620544-8715.

The Hugoton High School girls’ cross country team is GWAC League Champs. Pictured from the left are Coach Nick Rodriguez, Mariana Shuck, Lauren Fox, Sarah Johnson,

Kathryn Heger, Maria Martinez, Kathryn Weaver, Jackie Garcia and Coach Anna Wold.

Story is on page 7. Photo courtesy of Lisa LeNeve.

The seventh grade girls cross country team are League Champion! Pictured are Rebecca Johnson - first place (League Champion), Jayla Stump - sixth place, Abby Heger - tenth place, Kinzie Hagaman - thirteenth place,

Casle Heger - twentieth place, Luz Romo twenty-first place and Ashlyn Schechter twenty-fifth place. Story is on page 7. Photo courtesy of Michelle Heger.

Hugoton Middle School’s eighth grade football team and their cheerleaders celebrate after winning their game Thursday. The team

is undefeated for the 2013 football season.

Congratulations HMS! Story on page 6. Photo courtesy of Carla Kerbow.

FBLA accepting donations to cover WIC shortage No one in the community wants babies to go without proper food and care, but for two months a local organization will not be receiving its usual supply of items for free distribution.

The Hugoton High School’s FBLA student organization developed a plan of action when they learned these items will not be provided through the WIC program during the months of October and November, due to the temporary government shutdown.

The week of October 28 through November 1, FBLA is collecting donations of baby items to do-

nate to Project Hope.

“As Future Business Leaders of America, we saw this as a great opportunity to be Future Leaders of our community,” FBLA President Kelsey Quillen said.

Anyone interested in donating items can drop them off at any school campus next week. FBLA will pick up items daily, and deliver them to Project Hope Friday, November 1.

“Hugoton has a lot of young families with babies, and some getting ready to have them. They need our help,” FBLA member Genesis Martinez said.

Suggested donations in-

clude diapers, baby wipes, baby formula and baby food. Basic needs for nutrition and hygienic care are the focus of the collection.

“A lot of the parents like to get the boxes of rice cereal,” Project Hope repreDavonna sentative Daharsh said. “It’s popular because it can be added to formula to help babies feel full longer.”

In the past, FBLA has collected donations for the March of Dimes during Prematurity Awareness Week, which is coming in November. This local collection will take place early, due to current community needs.

Commissioners deal with variety of issues

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! As many southwest Kansans know, moisture of any kind is always appreciated, even the frozen white flakes seen in town last Friday. Cold

temperatures and a light drizzle turned to snow to create this beautiful snow globe effect Friday afternoon in Hugoton.

The Stevens County Board of County Commissioners met in regular session Monday, October 21, 2013 with all members, James Bell, Pat Hall and Dave Bozone, present.

Also present were County Counselor Robert Johnson, County Clerk Pam Bensel and RoGlenda Coulter from The Hugoton Hermes. The following is just an agenda for the morning with a few of the unofficial highlights. Official minutes will be published at a later date.

The commissioners’ agenda for Monday was: 8:30 - Bills; 9:00 - Greg

Chamber luncheon addresses upcoming events Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce members enjoyed their monthly luncheon meeting Tuesday, October 15, 2013 at the Stevens County Library.

Antlers of Moscow served the members steak sandwiches along with apple dumplings for dessert.

Chamber Director Ruth Van Horn reminded the members of the ribbon cutting which took place last Friday at noon at the

American Karate Studios located at 614 S. Main Street. American Karate is owned by MarkAnthony Baca. He has Karate businesses in Guymon, Liberal and Ulysses.

Ruth also remarked about the grocery grab coming up in November.

Tickets are available at the chamber office and chamber board members also have tickets to sell.

She also reported the

Kansas Economic Policy Conference will be hosted this year by KU with a satellite location in Ulysses at Pioneer Communications. This year’s conference is titled “The Kansas Fiscal Experiment-Impacts on Communites”. It will be October 24 from 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.

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The beautiful award received

by Susan Schulte.

Wellbrock; 9:30 - Tony Martin; 10:00 - Linda Stalcup; 10:30 - Neal Gillespie; and 12:00 - Lunch.

When this reporter arrived, the commissioners were discussing the bills received and in particular the one from Pete Earles.

They would like to see itemized bills with all the details listed out.

Next in was Tony Martin. He presented his report for Road and Bridge and what roads have been worked on and finished.

He foresees a concern with the railroad tearing out a couple crossings. They will have to be asphalted when they are done. He also told the commissioners the asphalt for the Manor streets will have to be done next year. The health department came in and administered the flu shots to any willing county employees.

Most of the guys did it.

Tony then talked more about converting the asphalt plant to natural gas.

He said the savings would be there. When Pat asked, Tony said they use close to 6,000 gallons of diesel in a week just to keep the plant heated, which has to be done until it is winterized. They use more when

they are running the plant hard and heavy. If the plant is shut down it takes up to eight days to heat it back up. Tony told the commissioners of the need for a new tire machine and the cost of it. Road and Bridge has the funds for it.

They discussed the bridge inspection project. Motion was made and passed to hire Kirkham Michael to take care of it. Tony said KM will also take care of switching the one bridge in the city to the city’s responsibility. Pat brought up the access road in front of KDI again. He wants it to be made right. Tony said they - Tony and the Continued to page 3

Susan Schulte was awarded the KAM Most Valuable Member award recently.

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Power of prayer proven in potentially tragic situation Dear Editor, September 21, 2013 my son David and his wife Vicki had left their home in Tucson, Az. and were on their way to Colorado Springs to celebrate their granddaughter Niki’s eighth birthday. When they stopped at a King Soopers in Show Low, Az. to fill up with gas, David suffered a massive heart attack. I want to tell you here how God can and does intervene in the lives of man through the power of prayer.

Of course, David and Vicki had no idea or thought in their mind that this could be David's last day on earth. They were looking forward to a week’s vacation and spending time with their family. They stopped in Show Low, Az. to fill up with gas at a Kings Sooper because they wanted to get the three cent discount on the price of gas. After David had filled the car, the pain began. lt was 2:10 in the afternoon. Vicki immediately called 91l to find out where the nearest hospital was.

While Vicki was on the phone David saw that there was an Emergi-Care right there in the same parking lot. He walked into EmergiCare and told them he was having a heart attack. Everyone in the place jumped into action. They gave him Nitro, clot dissolvers, IV’s, pain meds. The pain of a heart attack is indescribable. Just minutes before David and Vicki had been on the highway, far away from everything important, and in just a few minutes more they would have been back on the highway, far away from everything important.

The world would say, “It was a lucky coincidence that they were in the same parking lot as an Emergi-Care”. I say, “lt was God”.

Very quickly an ambulance arrived to whisk David to the Flight for Life helicopter.

David added, “It wasn’t very quickly. I was in Urgent Care for nearly 40 minutes while they waited on the ambulance and prepped me for the trip to Tucson via Flight for Life. Then I was taken to the hospital where their ER staff prepped me for the flight and had to exchange all of the equipment because it was not compatible with Flight. They got him on board and took off for the flight back to Tucson so

Bobbi Hamilton that David’s cardiologist and his doctors could take care of him. Show Low is a four hour drive from Tucson and they wouldn’t let Vicki ride in the helicopter, so she had to face the four hour drive back alone. Vicki called the church family and friends to get the prayer chain started and to tell them what had happened. Some of those wonderful friends went to meet Vicki so she wouldn’t have to drive back alone. The church family went immediately to the hospital where they prayed and waited for David to arrive. My grandson Trevor called me and told me that David had a heart attack. He didn’t know how bad it was but that David was on board the helicopter taking him back to Tucson. Vicki had also posted this information on Facebook and all of our friends in Manhattan, Hugoton, and all over the country for that matter, were alerted and praying. As soon as I hung up the phone, I called LaVonne from my Monday morning Bible Study and asked her to pray and get the prayer chain started. Then I called Sharon, from my Wednesday morning Bible Study, and asked her the same thing. Then I called my sister Elsie asking her the same thing. Then I called my sister-in-law in Kansas. Vicki had called her friends and church family. Within minutes hundreds and hundreds of people were praying for David and Vicki. Never, never underestimate the power of prayer.

It was four hours before the doctors got David into the operating room and found that the right artery was l00% blocked and required three stints to get it opened and blood flowing through it again. All that time the church family was at the hospital, praying.

Vicki and her friends were on the road praying. Sharon and Lenny came to be with me, so I wouldn’t have to be alone and we were praying. All the prayer chains were praying.

Such tragic circumstances but it shows the power and the love of Jesus Christ. After the

surgery was over, the cath lab staff of doctors and nurses were showing David a video of the procedure they had just performed on him.

When David said, “That looks pretty bad” they replied “It was very, very bad. There is no way you should have survived this.” His doctor told him that the heart attack had lasted for four hours and had been so serious, that he was certain to have heart damage. But remember all those people were continuing to pray and “no damage” was bound to be in at least some of the prayers. I know that was part of Lenny and Sharon’s prayer while they were at my house with me. David went to the cardiologists yesterday, just one week after the heart attack and they performed the echocardiogram and found that there was absolutely no heart damage.

David called me about 9:30 that night and said he was out of surgery and in ICU and that he was doing okay. I told David then it was the grace and mercy of God and it wasn’t his time. God had more for him to do.

Just one week and one day after the heart attack that should have ended his life he stood in the pulpit of his church, LifePoint, and gave the sermon and they estimate that a dozen or more people responded and gave their life over to the Lord. PRAISE GOD. He is full of compassion and mercy and He can use mightily a grateful and loving heart and a willing tool for his guidance and direction.

There are many points that I haven’t even mentioned that showed God was there for us.

I don’t know how anyone lives through this life without knowing God. Most people that say they don’t believe will always pray or turn to God when things get really bad. David said that thought never entered his mind. He was already secure in knowing that Jesus had died for him and that he was bound for heaven. The heart attack pain was so horrific, it was all he could think about. So for all those people who think they will pray at the last minute and God will save them. Don’t bet your life on it.

Bobbi Hamilton

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’ Pioneer Manor residents play Bingo at 2:00 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Community members are invited to volunteer or play a game with the residents!

AL-ANON Family Group meets at 1405 Cemetery Road Mondays and Thursdays at 8:00 p.m. Call 620544-2610 or 620-544-2854 for more information.

CELEBRATE LIFE every Monday night 6:30-8:00 p.m. at Assembly of God, 138 S. Main in Hugoton. Park in the back lot.

HUGOTON LIONS CLUB meets every Second and Fourth Thursday of the month at Memorial Hall at 7:00 p.m.

HUGOTON MASONIC LODGE #406 AF&AM meets every second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday nights - Inside Out Kids at the Hugoton Assembly of God, 138 S. Main, beginning with dinner at 6:45 p.m. Program will be from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Rides are available by calling Pastor Ben Coats at 620-428-1487 before 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday evenings.

- Moscow United Methodist will host Kids Club, beginning September 11 from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. Kids Club is available for children ages Kindergarten through fifth grade. For more information, contact the church at 620-598-2426.

Temporary changes for Stevens County Library - Stevens County Library will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturdays and closed Sundays.

Now through November 30 - The temperature is falling, and so are our prices! The Hermes’ office supplies are ALL on sale! Discounts range from ten to 50 percent! Come into the office at 522 S. Main to find some great deals! Subscriptions are also discounted: local subscriptions are $20 and non-local are just $25 until November 30.

Available Now - Hugoton FFA is now selling Blue and Gold sausage, bacon and chicken strips. **Notice: Delivery date has changed to November 7**. Contact an FFA member by calling 620-5444311 or 620-544-4728.

- Entries are being accepted from farmers and rural com-

munity members for a $2,500 award from Monsanto Funds “Grow Communities”. Visit Grow Communities.com or call 1-877-267-3332 to register to win or submit an idea for a nonprofit organization in need of funding.

October 23-24 - Basic Cake Decorating short course at Garden City Community College from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. both evenings. Information and registration are available at 620-276-9647 or online at gcccks.edu/businessand community. Interested parties are encouraged to register at least one week prior to the start of class.

October 25-27 - Open House at the Peace House, 715 S. Van Buren in Hugoton. Everyone is invited to this come and go event Friday from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m., Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.

October 26 - Drug Take-Back Day at the Stevens County Law Enforcement Center from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Any unused medications will be accepted. Call 620-544-4386 for more information.

- Hugoton’s Farmers’ Market at the parking lot south of China Restaurant from 8:00 to 11:00 a.m. Everyone is welcome to buy or sell homegrown and homemade items.

- Moscow Fire Department will host a chili supper at the Fire Station, beginning at 5:00 p.m.

Free will donations are gratefully accepted.

- Garden City Community College will host a concealed carry course for residents interested in a Kansas Concealed Carry handgun permit from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the John Collins Vocational Building.

Pre-registration is available by contacting team-t@team-t.org or 620-276-9629.

October 27 - Hugoton United Methodist Church will distribute winter coats and clothing from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at their building, 828 S. Main. Bring new or clean, gently used clothing to the Hugoton UMC October 21-25 between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon. Call 620-544-8715 if you need to make arrangements.

October 28 - No school for USD #217 students.

October 28-November 1 - Hugoton High School’s Future Business Leaders of America will be collecting donations of baby items to donate to Project Hope. Drop off any items at any Hugoton school campus and students will deliver them to Project Hope Friday, November 1. Suggested donations include diapers, baby wipes, baby formula and baby food, including rice cereal.

October 31 - Happy Halloween!

- Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce will host the Spook Parade on Main Street. Afterward, children are invited to trick or treat at Pioneer Manor from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Contact Ruth at 620-544-4305 for more information.

- Trunk or Treat at the Hugoton United Methodist Church parking lot, 828 S. Main, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

November 1 - Deadline to hand in veterans’ ads to The Hermes by 12:00 noon. Call 620-5444321 for more information.

- Last day to purchase discounted tickets for Southwest Friends of the Arts’ presentation of “Murder Rides Again” November 22 and 23.

- Learn the “West Coast Swing” and the “Nightclub Two-Step” at Seward County Community College/Area Technical School beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the SW002, the student union basement at SCCC/ATS. No partner is needed to learn the basics.

November 2 - Moscow UMC will host their annual Bazaar and Silent Auction from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the fellowship hall along with an all-you-can-eat meal of turkey and roast beef, potatoes, salads and homemade pies!

November 2-3 - Baker Arts Center will host their twenty-fifth anniversary celebration of their annual French Market! Free admittance to browse, shop and bid Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. A bake shoppe, candy shoppe, gently used shoppe, Christmas, fall, cowboy, jewelry, home and kitchen items will be available at the Baker Arts Center, 624 N. Pershing Avenue in Liberal. Call 620-6242810 for more information.

November 3 - Don’t forget to set your clocks back an hour as Daylight Saving Time ends.

- Centennial service at Hugoton United Methodist Church will begin at 10:30 a.m. There will be special music and a luncheon. Everyone is invited.

November 4 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet in the Commissioners’ Room at the Stevens County Courthouse at 8:30 a.m.

- Hugoton City Council will meet at 5:15 p.m. at the City Office.

November 5 - Election Day November 7 - Brad Livingston will speak at the Sons of Thunder meeting at the Grant County Civic Center, 1000 W. Patterson in Ulysses at 7:00 p.m. There will be a free man’s meal - ages 12 and up with fellowship and worship.

November 7-8 - No school for USD #210 students due to Parent/ Teacher Conferences.

November 8 - Pheasant Heaven Charities Inc. will host their annual Calf Fry at Great Plains Gas Compression beginning at 7:00 p.m.

November 11 - Veterans’ Day November 12 - Stevens County Economic Development Board will meet at 12:00 noon in the Activity Room of the Senior Center.

November 13 - Hugoton Airport Board will meet at 7:00 p.m. in the Airport Lounge.

November 14 - Hugoton Elementary’s second grade will perform their concert at 2:45 p.m. in the HES gym.

- Kansas Department of Agriculture Dairy Inspection Program and KDHE Livestock Waste and Management section will host a forum to explain regulatory requirements and aid Kansas stockmen and dairymen in completing the inspection process required to meet licensing guidelines in Garden City at the Southwest Research and Extension Center, 4500 E. Mary , at 9:00 a.m.

For more information, contact Billy Brown at billy.brown@kda.ks.gov or 785-296-4172.

HUGOTON POLICE REPORT Business Hours, Call 544-4959 After Hours, Call 544-2020 Monday, October 14, 2013 • Welfare Check, 300 Block of South Jefferson, Everything Okay, Sergeant Johnson • Vehicle Unlock, 200 Block of South Main, Citizen Assist, Officer Crane • Breaking and Entering, 100 Block of South Lincoln, Investigated, Officer Crane Tuesday, October 15, 2013 • Vehicle Unlock, 500 Block of South Jackson, Citizen Assist, Sergeant Johnson • Medical Assist, 200 Block of South Jefferson, Public Service, Sergeant Johnson • Damage to Yard,, 1100 Block of South Adams, Investigated, Officer Crane • Welfare Check, 800 Block of South Adams, Everything Okay, Officer Crane • Suspicious Activity, 100 Block of South Jefferson, Unable to Locate Subject, Officer Crane Wednesday, October 16, 2013 • Agency Assist, 900 Block of South Monroe, Public Service, Officer Hagman • Dog at Large, 1600 Block of South Madison, Dog Impounded, Officer Hagman • Vehicle Unlock, 900 Block of South Jackson, Citizen Assist, Officer Hagman Thursday, October 17, 2013 • Dogs at Large, 400 Block of South Jackson, Dogs Impounded, ACO Smith • Child Walking Alone, 200 Block of Wilson, Spoke to Child and Parent, Officer Lamatsch • Medical Assist, Public Service, Offi-

cer Lamatsch • Medical Assist, Public Service, Officer Lamatsch • Citizen Assist, 1000 Block of South Jackson, Public Service, Officer Lamatsch Friday, October 18, 2013 • Damage to Yard, 1100 Block of South Adams, Investigated, Sergeant Johnson • Argument, 300 Block of South Adams, Subject Removed, Sergeant Johnson • Subject Returned, 300 Block of South Adams, Advised if they return they would be arrested, Sergeant Johnson • Argument, 300 Block of South Adams, Officer Crane • Barking Dog, 100 Block of South Madison, Left Door Knocker, Officer Crane • Citizen Assist, 800 Block of West Eleventh, Public Service, Officer Crane Saturday, October 19, 2013 • Dog at Large, 500 Block of South Monroe, Owner Picked Up, Sergeant Johnson • Vehicle Unlock, 300 Block of South Main, Citizen Assist, Sergeant Johnson • Disorderly Conduct, 900 Block of South Jackson, Subject Arrested, Officer Crane • Vehicle Unlock, 300 Block of South Jackson, Citizen Assist, Officer Crane Sunday, October 20, 2013 • Report of ATV Accident, 1000 Block of Jackson, Investigated, Sergeant Johnson

Consumer Alert from the Office of Kansas Insurance Commissioner Sandy Praeger During the open enrollment period for Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage plans, Sandy Praeger, Commissioner of Insurance, is urging Kansas Medicare beneficiaries to be alert to any potential scams surrounding sign-up activity.

“Unfortunately, not everyone who contacts Medicareage Kansans about switching to a Medicare drug plan has the best intentions,” Commissioner Praeger said. “Educating yourselves is very important in fighting potential fraud and illegal sales.”

The open-enrollment period for Medicare Prescription Drug Plan and Medicare Advantage plans began October 15 and ends December 7, 2013.

Commissioner Praeger is also reminding Medicare beneficiaries not to confuse the Medicare enrollment with the new health insurance marketplace enrollment that opened October 1.

“If you are covered by Medicare, you don’t need to visit the online marketplace,” Commissioner Praeger said.

To protect your family members or yourself from fraudsters intent on taking advantage of the situation, Commissioner Praeger offers the follow tips.

• Beware of door-to-door salespeople. Agents cannot solicit business for either Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage Plans at your home without an appointment. Do not let uninvited agents into your home. Also, Medicare has no official sales representatives. Beware of any salesperson who says that he/she is a Medicare representative.

• Check with us at the Kansas Insurance Department (KID) to make sure the salesperson is a licensed agent. Call 800-432-2484 to speak with a Consumer Assistance representative.

• No marketing in educational or care settings are allowed. Federal regulations prohibit the marketing of Medicare products in places where health care is delivered or at an educational event.

• No free lunches, either.

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ing to a sales presentation for a Medicare product or for signing up for a particular plan.

• Do not give out personal information, such as Medicare numbers, Social Security numbers, bank account numbers or credit card numbers to anyone not verified as a licensed agent.

Salespeople are not allowed to request such personal information in their marketing activities and cannot ask for payment over the Internet.

They must send the beneficiary a bill. Once he or she has decided to purchase a plan and has verified that the agent is licensed, the customer may give the agent personal information to assist in enrollment and billing.

• Verify that the plan chosen is an approved Medicare plan. All of the approved plans are available at www.medicare.gov under the “Finding Plans” section, or by calling 800-MEDICARE (800633-4227).

• Read and understand the plan. Be sure that the chosen plan matches the beneficiary’s needs and that the beneficiary can continue to see his or her current health care providers if desired.

“With health care such an important topic in today’s society, consumers have to arm themselves with all the information they can,” Commissioner Praeger said. “Being a savvy Medicare beneficiary or family member of a beneficiary helps all of us fight fraudulent activities.”

Kansas Medicare beneficiaries can contact the KID Consumer Assistance Division for more information about Medicare Part D. Call 800-432-2484. Those who have questions about the health insurance marketplace for consumers under 65 can go to www.insureKS.org.

The Kansas Insurance Department, established in 1871, assists and educates consumers, regulates and reviews companies and licenses agents selling insurance products in the state. More about the department is online at www.ksinsurance.org or www.facebook.com/kansasi nsurancedepartment.

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Commissioners Continued from page 1 commissioners - are all to attend a meeting in which KM will also be. He commented they could talk to them about it then. Tony also told the commissioners Paula Rowden is looking at moving two emergency trailers into the county yard.

Bob had Susan Schulte of the Stevens County GIS Office come in to show her “Most Valuable Member” award to the commissioners.

Susan was presented this award from the Kansas Association of Mappers. The award is given to someone who made the most significant contributions to the association by increasing membership, active participation as an elected official or committee member, and promoting the missions and objectives of the association.

Susan has served as the board secretary for the past two years and was just elected again.

The room started filling with people. They all came for the hospital/manor. The hospital board feels the county should help get the landscaping back in shape at the Manor. Trevor told how the trees that died and were taken up still had the wire mesh on the rootballs. Dave said they were wanting to originally put buffalo grass but it was decided, over the commissioners, to put Fescue. Also the soil is not good out there. Pat expressed his concern about the wasted water running down the street. The yard has looked bad and has to be fixed even though the county paid a lot of money to do it in the first place. Linda also talked about the security system they have at the manor. The system the commissioners decided on for the manor does not have a way to set off the alarm if a resident starts to go out an open door; there are 18 possible doors they can go through. They continued to talk about the records system and billing for Medicare.

Commissioners asked Dave Piper how the hospital is sitting financially.

Dave said currently they are stable, but it is recommended a hospital have two to three month operating funds on hand to be considered stable.

They run through, in operating expenses, approximately $1.2 million a month and they do not have even a third of that currently so they are not able to fund any projects right now. Following much more discussion, motion was made and passed to pay the full amount to get the lawn in shape and to also pay some for the security system if it doesn’t exceed a certain amount. They are very unhappy with the company that did the landscaping, they will not even come work on the sprinkler system.

Ted Heaton came in with his report for the Law Enforcement Center. He told the commissioners he hired a new deputy.

Neal Gillespie brought in a representative from Rural Housing Incentive Districts (RHID), a development corporation from Ford County.

She also serves as the Executive Director for Economic Development in Ford County.

Curtis Crawford, representing City of Moscow; Jack Rowden - Mayor of Hugoton; Don Coulter - Coulter development; and Josh Grubbs City of Hugoton, all came in to listen. She talked about housing developments in and near Hugoton. Commissioners told her the lots near the manor have covenants against multi-family complexes. They continued to discuss tax rates and where RHID now has other units.

The commissioners continued to discuss other issues and odds and ends, then adjourned.

Official Minutes Commissioners October 9, 2013 The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session with all members present. Also present were County Counselor Robert Johnson, County Clerk Pam Bensel and RoGlenda Coulter from The Hugoton Hermes.

Meeting was called to order, minutes read and approved, bills looked at and the clerk was instructed to draw warrants on the treasurer chargeable to the various funds of the county for the vouchers.

Rodney Kelling came in to discuss ordering a new fire truck and ambulance. He asked the commissioners if he could use the money received

from Abengoa for the use of helping to purchase a new fire truck. The money would be transferred from County General Revenue Account to the County Equipment Account within County General. Motion was made and passed to allow the money from Abengoa to be transferred. Rodney informed the commissioners that there were two air packs for the Fire Department which did not pass inspection. He asked if he could buy two to replace them. Commissioners said they would discuss this matter at a later time. Pat informed the other two commissioners of the electrical work being done at the Fire/EMS building. There needs to be a different transformer which costs around $6,000. Rodney asked if the rent for the Lighthouse Fellowship Church could be raised to help offset the electricity being used.

Vanessa Willis came in and discussed the online tax system. She says it is already available for the tax payers.

Tony Martin discussed a fence being put up around Russell Lake, east of town. He informed the commissioners about a company out of Hays that would be willing to put up a fence at a cost of $3.50 a foot, four strand barbed wired, one mile long costing $15,000 to $18,000. Gates are not included. Bob suggested the FFA group or a 4H group helping the Road and Bridge guys build the fence and pay the local kids. Tony will check into the different options. He informed the commissioners the roads the Road Department need to finish working on are Road 20 (MásCow Dairy Road) and Road 22 and Road Q (Northern Road). He asked about having Kirkham Michael and Earles Engineering to present a proposal for 2014 for the bridge inspections for Stevens County. Tony asked about allowing Craig Bell to be third in charge for when Jeff Cox and Tony Martin are not able to be around. Tony informed the commissioners he has put two employees, Wes Regensberg and Darrell Munson, in charge of the shop.

Pat discussed the markers for the right of way at the Pioneer Addition so Black Hills Energy can run the gas lines.

SSSC/ATS conducts Excavation Safety Training workshop Seward County Community College/Area Technical School will offer a workshop for Excavation Safety Training for the Competent Person from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 29 in the student union, room SW229 C-D. There is a cost per person and will cover OSHA standard 1926 subpart P as it relates to soil classification, sloping and benching, timber shoring, aluminum hydraulic shoring, requirements for protective systems, manufactured tabulated data, site specific engineering, general requirements and competent person responsibilities and general and equipment safety.

Presenter Ben Montoya has been providing safety training for 20 years to the oil field and emergency services combined. Ben is a Certified Safety Auditor, Certified Safety Manager, Certified Safety Trainer, Certified DOT Inspector, Accident Investigation Technician, Authorized OSHA Trainer, SafeLand Pro-

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To learn more about the

class or to enroll, call the SCCC/ATS Business & Industry office at 620-4171170 or email b&i@sccc.edu.

United Methodist Church hosts trick or treaters Halloween night in parking lot Hugoton United Methodist Church will host a safe environment for trick or treaters October 31 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. in the church parking lot at 828 S. Main. Church members will have their car trunks open with treats for

the children. The parking lot will be blocked off to traffic for the safety of the children.

Families are encouraged to stop by the church October 31! Trunks will be decorated for the fall fun theme.

Tell cancer “Boo!” at Relay for Life activities October 26 Local Relay for Life sponsors will be hosting two exciting and fun Halloween themed activities for kids and adults. Say “Boo!” to cancer with Relay for Life and enjoy some good times by attending one or both events!

Saturday, October 26, everyone is invited to a Monster Mash Fun Run / Walk sponsored by Stevens County Healthcare. Ghouls and goblins will start and finish the race at the Hugoton Elementary School from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Witches and warlocks can wet their whistles at water stations along the way and at the end of the race, there will be refreshments. Prizes will also be given out! For more information, contact Alisha at

620-544-8563.

All ages are welcome to take part in the event for a monstrous good time. If your creepy quota hasn’t quite been met by the end of the race, stop by the Spooktaculr Halloween Carnival at the Elementary School Gym from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Saturday evening.

There will be a jump house, scary delicious baked goods, Boo Bowling, pumpkin ring toss, bucket toss, popcorn, cotton candy, a hair-raising costume contest and much more! Tickets are available for a very small fee, and attendees are encouraged to wear their best costume to compete in the costume contest starting at 7:00 p.m.

Tony McBride says he will talk to Pete Earles about the lots because they have already been marked with pins.

Tony Martin informed the commissioners that a person living on Road V (White Road) asked to have the speed changed for three miles of black top from 65 mph to 40 mph.

Bob told Tony Black Hills had looked at the asphalt plant and says if it was converted from diesel to natural gas it would save $4,000 a day. Black Hills will be contacting Tony to discuss this matter. Tony said Jim Persinger also called to discuss the same situation. He has a tap already to make the change over if the county is interested.

Tony McBride and Alan Riney with Davis Electric came in to discuss revision #6 in the amount of $61,251. for the Community Health / Physical Therapy/EMS building project. Dave moved to approve revision for the project.

Pat seconded. Motion carried.

Jim voted no.

Ted Heaton came in to see if the commissioners needed anything.

Pat LeClerc with Group Benefits Specialties informed the commissioners of the changes with the health insurance policy for 2014.

Roger Lynch came in to discuss a phone call he had received. Bob said he talked to this person and handled the situation.

Chris Lund and Sherry Harrison asked for funding from the county for the Women’s Substance Abuse Program in Marinthal and the Outreach Program in Garden City. Patty Bultman and Patty Lahey came in support of the program.

Neal Gillespie discussed the four lane highway and turning lane on Highway 51 into Stevens County Industrial Park. He asked about using the lots in the Pioneer Addition for Rural Housing Incentive Development. Neal also asked if the commissioners would change the rules for Neighborhood Revitalization for the individuals that were not aware of the plan stating they needed to report to the Appraiser’s office before construction started. He asked if there could be a 60 to 90 day period of reporting after con-

struction starts. The commissioners said he would have to talk to all taxing entities involved.

Pat moved to pass Resolution 2013-11 for the amended and restated By-Laws and Interlocal Cooperation Agreement for the Kansas County Association Multiline Pool as

of May 23, 2013.

Motion was made and passed to go into executive session for non- elected personnel with Bob Johnson, County Counselor present.

Meeting reconvened and the board adjourned.

Congratulations are in order to the following seniors Micah Baehler, David Kurt, Zane Littell, Maverick Mills, Luis Sanchez and Slade Shuck for their hard work and perseverance throughout their ninth-eleventh grade academic years. Their GPA has placed them in the top ten percent of their class. These students, along with their families, will be honored at a banquet in Liberal Wednesday evening, November 6 organized by the KU Alumni Association. Left to right in back are David Kurt, Slade Shuck and Luis Sanchez. In front are Zane Littell, Micah Baehler and Maverick Mills. Photo courtesy of Kathy Pate.

Dustin E John Johnson Financial FinancialAdvisor Advisor .

608 S Main Street Hugoton, KS 67951 620-544-8818

Stephanie A Weeast, CFP®, AAMS® Financial Advisor

presents

Murder Rides Again Dinner Theatre

Friday & Saturday, November 22 & 23

! !

6:30 p.m. at Stevens County Memorial Hall

Bring yourself down to Groaners Gulch for the annual BBQ shindig and help solve this wacky Wild West excuse for a murder mystery!

Come dressed in your western duds!

Early Bird tickets $20 until October 31, then $25 Tickets sold at Yardmaster Lawn & Landscape

The Hugoton Hermes

Thursday, October 24, 2013

Card Shower As a child Alta Pettis moved around with her family and came to settle in Hugoton in 1939. What a blessing for Hugoton that turned out to be! Always a very busy lady, Alta has done volunteer work for the Kansas Green Thumb, volunteered for Hospice for over 20 years and has created some wonderful beautiful poetry.

Alta will turn 85 years old November 7, 2013.

Let’s have a card shower for this hardworking lady and shower her with love, admiration and special birthday wishes.

Send birthday cards to Alta

Alta Pettis Pettis at 109 W. Seventh Street, #102, Hugoton, Kansas 67951.

C O A T E D in God’s Love Hugoton United Methodist Church will distribute winter coats and clothing

Sunday, October 27 2 – 4 p.m.

828 South Main Bring new or clean, gently-used clothing to the Hugoton UMC office October 21-25 between 9 a.m. and Noon.

Call 544-8715 if you need to make arrangements.

Citizens State Bank 601 S. Main - Hugoton

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What is SWART?

By Cassie Stein Southwest Kansas is known for working together to prepare for emergencies as well as helping each other out when disasters or emergencies strike. All branches of emergency response; Fire, Emergency Medical Services, Law Enforcement, Public Works, Health Department, local Hospitals and EmerManagement work gency together to provide the best services they can to help the people of Southwest Kansas.

Even though we have all these wonderful resources for humans what happens to your furry family members when a disaster strikes? Many dogs and cats along with other domestic animals are like members of the family, many people will not evacuate their homes in an emergency situation if they are unable to take all of their family members with them. In 2004 a steering committee was created through an initiative of the Kansas Veterinary Medical Association. This group became to be known as the Kansas State Animal Response Team or KSSART. After the tornado in Greensburg, Kansas these animal response teams continue to grow to assist in the preparedness for the animals in the state of Kansas.

Southwest Animal Response Team or SWART was started in late 2011. This regional animal response team covers 18 Southwest Kansas counties including Morton, Stevens, Seward, Meade, Clarke, Ford, Gray, Haskell, Grant, Stanton, Hamilton, Kearny, Finney, Hodgeman, Lane, Scott, Wichita and Greely. The purpose of this

Attend the church of your choice

PAUL'S FUNERAL HOME David & Brandy Robson

314 S. Van Buren 544-4122

Pyramid Agency, Inc. 521 S. Main - Hugoton

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

Sunday School - 10:30 a.m.

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

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH Faith Publishing LLC 522 S. Main 620-544-4321

AGAPE CHURCH OF HUGOTON 409 East Ninth, Hugoton 453-2711 Pastor Bob Rich Sunday – 10:30 a.m.

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

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

Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m.

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

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

BETHEL FRIENDS CHURCH 11th & Jefferson - 544-8517 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Morning Service - 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Evening Ministries - 6:30 p.m.

(Children, Youth, & Adult)

CHURCH OF CHRIST 1045 S. Van Buren 544-2825 Parsonage 1041 S. Van Buren Wednesday - 7:00 p.m.

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Evening Service - 6:00 p.m.

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS

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 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Evening Worship - 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00 p.m.

Call 544-2652 for Church Bus

HUGOTON BAPTIST CHURCH Eighth and Main 544-2210 506 East Eighth - 544-2295 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study - 6:30 p.m.

LIGHTHOUSE FELLOWSHIP 424 S. Jackson 544-4828 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Church - 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday - 7:00 p.m.

Pre-Service Prayer - half hour before service

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

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

Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

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

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

Youth - 6:00 p.m.

Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.

SOVEREIGN REDEEMER CHURCH Pastor - Eric Mason 620-544-6386 www.sovereignredeemerchurch.org

ST. HELEN CATHOLIC CHURCH 1011 South Jefferson Street 544-2551 Sunday - 11:00 a.m. English Mass - 1:00 p.m. - Spanish Mass

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH 516 N.E. Avenue 544-2355 Morning Worship - 9:00 a.m.

Fellowship/Refreshments - 10:00 a.m.

Sunday School - 10:30 a.m.

Rev. Larry Bradford, Interim Pastor 544-9492 or 598-2400 YOU ARE WELCOME!

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 828 S. Main Hugoton 544-8715 Reverend Jo Mead, Pastor Monday Bible Study - 1:30 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.

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

MOSCOW

14 Miles East of Hugoton on Highway 51 Church 624-3784 Home 624-3104 Sunday School - 9:45 a.m.

Contemporary Worship Celebration - 10:45 a.m.

Jr. High & Sr. High Youth Group - Sunday 6:30 p.m.

Sunday Evening Fellowship - 6:00 p.m.

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

Prayer Meeting Wednesday - 8:00 p.m.

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

MOSCOW BAPTIST CHURCH

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.

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

Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.

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

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

Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Kid’s Club - Wednesday 3:30 p.m.

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

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

ROLLA EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH

CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE

COWBOY CHURCH - HUGOTON

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

LONE STAR FRIENDS 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.

PRIMERO BAUTISTA IGLESIA

You are invited to come worship with family and friends at Pioneer Manor October 27 Moscow Baptist November 3 Rusty Callahan November 10 Agape Fellowship

202 Monroe St. - Rolla, Ks. 67954 Henry McGuire, Pastor 593-4693 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Sunday Evening Service - 6:00 p.m.

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

ROLLA PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH Corner of Third and Adams, Rolla Marcus Light, Pastor Church - 593-4626, Parsonage - 593-4796 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday night meal - 6:00 p.m.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ROLLA - RICHFIELD 593-4596 or 593-4781 Sandy Ferguson, Pastor Rolla Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Youth Groups - 5:00 p.m.

Richfield Morning Worship - 9:15 a.m.

Sunday School - 10:30 a.m.

group is when called to assist during a disaster situation provide shelter and care for animals also affected by the disaster. This group is for the SW region of the state of Kansas but when needed can be called to assist in other parts of the state as well as outside states.

Thanks to a grant written by KSSART to the American Veterinary Medical Foundation the Southwest Region is now home to a Companion Animal Mobile Emergency Trailer or CAMET. This 7 foot by 16 foot trailer worth approximately $17,500 houses everything required to start a basic shelter for animals in need. This is including but not limited to kennels, food and water bowls, cat litter, leashes, cleaning supplies and a generator. These items will assist in providing housing and care to animals that are in need of temporary housing during an emergency situation such as tornado, fires, snow storms or any other situation where animals would be displaced from their homes. The CAMET is currently being housed in Grant County.

SWART is a group of people who care greatly for animals.

SWART would like to have someone from every county of the 18 counties in the Southwest region. While many of the current members have education or working experience with animals such as veterinarians, veterinary technicians, animal control and sheltering staff you are not required to have education in these areas to be part of the team. They are in need of people with all areas of education in training including finance, logistics, public information and speaking, safety as well as people who love animals and want to help in any capacity that they can. Currently SWART is able to provide sheltering assistance for small animals. Our goal is to also have a search and rescue team as well as a large animal team for livestock as this is an important part of the Southwest Region.

If you are interested in joining SWART you can go to KSSART.org and fill out a volunteer application. This website also has a plethora of information about KSSART, county and regional teams and much more.

Or you can contact Cassie Stein who is the coordinator for SWART at 620-356-3500 or ulyssesks_aco@yahoo.com.

Sandoval - Croft Christopher and Kimberly Sandoval of Hugoton would like to announce the engagement of their daughter Kenzey Kaye to Clay James Croft, son of JT and Shelia Croft of Copeland.

Kenzey is a 2010 graduate of Hugoton High School and will graduate from Oklahoma Panhandle State University in May 2014. She is currently employed by MidFirst Bank of Guymon, Ok. Clay is a 2008 graduate of South Gray High School and a 2013 graduate of Oklahoma Panhandle State University. He is employed as an Agronomist with Crop Profits, LLC in Garden City.

A March 15, 2014 wedding is planned at the First Southern Baptist Church in Liberal.

Kenzey is the granddaughter of Refugia Marie Sandoval and the late Ciprano Sandoval of Guymon and Kenneth and Sue Forrest and the late Wilbur Crites Jr. of Woodward, Ok.

The Hugoton Hermes (USPS 253-820)

522 S. Main Hugoton, KS 67951 - 620-544-4321 Owner/Operator Faith Publishing LLC RoGlenda Coulter, Kay McDaniels and Ruthie Winget RoGlenda Coulter, Bookkeeper/ Classifieds/Obituaries Kay McDaniels, Advertising/ Circulation/Layout Ruthie Winget, Composition/Layout Reece McDaniels, Sports Editor Wilma Bartel, Asst. Composition Marie Austin, Asst. Composition Toni Hamlin, Asst. Mailing Jean Coulter, Asst. Mailing

Ads email: hermes10@pld.com Obituaries email: hermesro@pld.com

Subscriptions $30.00 (including Kansas State Sales Tax) for Stevens and adjoining Kansas Counties, $35.00 elsewhere in state (including Kansas State Sales Tax), and for all out of state subscriptions. Online subscriptions are $25.00 a year. Online and printed subscriptions combined are $10.00 plus the cost of the subscription. Foreign Subscription Rate $40.00. School Subscriptions and Military Personnel $25.00 (including Kansas State Sales Tax) payable in advance. Advertising Rates Noncommissionable $5.00 per column inch, Commissionable Rates $6.25 per column inch, Classified $5.00 per column inch. Frequency is weekly every Thursday. Periodicals Postage paid at Hugoton, Ks. 67951.

POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Hugoton Hermes at 522 S. Main, Hugoton, Kansas 67951.

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

Ashley Wheel from Missouri along with the help of Vanessa McWhirt-Martin from Coffeyville, celebrates Halloween with this beautiful display. They assembled this at the Eagle RV Park north of Hugoton.

Trunk or Treat for Halloween!

October 31 — 5 – 7 p.m.

Hugoton UMC parking lot – 828 S. Main

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The Hugoton Hermes

Thursday, October 24, 2013

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Hugoton USD 210 Board of Education hears updates for the Kansas College and Career Assessment plans The Hugoton USD 210 Board of Education met October 21, 2013 for a regular Board of Education meeting.

Stephanie Heger, President of the Hugoton School District Board of Education called the meeting to order. Present at the meeting were Paula Rowden, Todd Gayer, Matt Mills, Stephanie Heger, Martin Daharsh, Barry Hittle and Don Beesley. Also present were Kathy Pate, Tiffany Boxum, Brad Musgrove, Mark Newton, Jan Kilbourne, Lance Custer, Gregg Errebo, Else Heger, Mark Crawford, Traci Shields and Kay McDaniels.

The agenda was approved.

The board approved the new hires of Ebers Juarez as Hugoton Elementary School second shift custodian beginning October 28, 2013; Arlet Estrada as Central Office secretary replacing Lupe Camacho; Miranda Ramsey as Rule 10 Hugoton High School girls’ basketball assistant coach; and Will Martin as activities driver.

Brad Musgrove from Mus-

grove Insurance discussed the insurance renewal proposal.

He talked about some changes in the plan.

Elise Heger, Director of Curriculum and Professional Development updated the board about the Kansas College and Career Assessment Plans. She talked about assessments for October and student achievement goals for 2013-2014. In two weeks, parent teacher conferences are planned. Elise wants the teachers to have honest conversations with parents about how grades are not the only important student measure.

Students need to have good work habits and be on grade level in reading, writing, math and science to put them in position for future success. This was the Parent Teacher framework built by teacher leaders last year. She also talked about the new transitional state assessments in math and ELA. This is the first state assessment fully aligned to the new Common Core. She was optimistic a narrow focus on

Her father’s lithograph business sparked Betty Sturdy’s interest in art at an early age. The business concern was called Western Lithograph Company and was located in Wichita.

Louis and Ora Ely were the parents of Betty and her brother Harold. All her family is gone now except for her niece Lynn who lives in Garden City.

Betty was born in Wichita in 1923 and went all the way through school there, graduating from East High. She then attended Wichita State University majoring in Art Education. Her future husband Lyle Sturdy was attending Wichita State on a football scholarship. His fraternity and her sorority had social activities together and this is how they met. Lyle asked her for a date and “that’s what started it”. They shared a lot of common interests, especially sports.

They were married in 1944 while Betty was still in college. Lyle was ahead of her in school, and when he graduated he went into the Navy.

They were apart for awhile, then Betty went out to California to be with him when his ship came in. When he got out of the service, they returned to live in Wichita where Lyle was employed.

Betty took this opportunity to complete her college degree. She never considered herself good at art, but she has a great appreciation for it.

She liked to work with watercolors and oils the most.

Betty and Lyle eventually moved to Hugoton, which was his hometown, and he went into farming with his folks. He also taught and coached at the high school. Betty began substitute teaching, then got a full time position teaching art at Hugoton Jr. and Sr. High School.

In approximately 1967, Betty left teaching and became “an old housewife”. All through their married life, she and Lyle pursued their common interest in sports. Lyle wasn’t much of a fisherman, but when he married Betty, he got to be one. He enjoyed football and basketball,

No Child Left Behind standards and testing is a thing of the past.

Superintendent Mark Crawford talked about one of the board goals of celebrating the excellence of USD 210 teachers, staff and students.

Communicating this excellence is important. To that end, a district newsletter will go out later this week. In addition, he gave praise to Public Relations director Lisa LeNeve for working with the Hermes to provide an extra page of school news and her work on the District Facebook site. The community is truly enjoying all the pictures and information posted. Mark attended the County Commissioners meeting Monday and was impressed with the presentation

by Joann Knight, Ford County Executive Director for Economic Development. Housing was the main topic of her special presentation. It is very impressive what the Rural Housing Incentive District designation has done to spur new housing developments in

and “I got so I liked them too”. They played quite a bit of golf throughout the years. Playing golf allowed them to meet a lot of people and make many friends, and it gave them much enjoyment.

Betty misses playing golf. She expressed a desire to have a piece of carpet with a hole at the end so she could practice putting. Not too long after her request, the Pioneer Manor added a couple of small putting greens to the main courtyard. When the weather is decent, Betty goes out and practices putting.

Even after all these years, Betty misses certain things about living in Wichita. She remembers what a good home she had when growing up there. She said, “A place to live is what you make it yourself. People are so friendly and nice here, and it makes it a nice place to live.” Betty enjoys people, and this is probably what made the transition to a small town easier for her.

Betty said she and Lyle had a wonderful life, and she couldn’t complain about it. In reference to her life, she stated, “The best thing about it is I’m still here!”

the Dodge City and Spearville area over the past five years.

Mrs. Boxum, Primary School Principal, informed the board the individual goals each teacher has written for this school year. The teacher evaluations are going well as she is impressed with many of her new teachers. There is a sock hop planned for the fiftieth day of school Wednesday October 30. It will honor the school year theme “Rock and Roll”. The students and teachers will meet in the gym for the opening ceremony. Jeff Ramsey will be MC for the sock hop. The Eagle Choir will also be singing at the event.

Mark Newton, Intermediate School Principal informed the board the Multi-Tiered System of Support training of the teachers is continuing. He said these meetings and training sessions have been very productive. Mark said the school has excellent staff members and an excellent group of new teachers.

Lance Custer, Middle School Principal informed the board the middle school is finished with EXPLORE testing and these results would be shared with parents at Parent Teacher conferences. Lance said 118 students, or 80 percent of the school, qualified for the EPIC party. The HMS Student Council, organized by Mrs. Snyder, planned much of the party. In order to be eligible for the EPIC party, students have to possess a certain GPA and meet behavior conduct requirements as recorded on their conduct cards. The party is to celebrate the end of the first nine weeks of school. This school year, HMS is focusing a lot on character development. The first nine weeks, the students focused on responsibility and for the next nine weeks it will be respect. The seventh grade girls’ cross country team is the ARMS league champions and the eighth grade boys’ football team won league with an undefeated record. The first girls’ basketball game is next Thursday.

Gregg Errebo, High School Principal, informed the board

ACT testing will be this Saturday, with 35 HHS students taking the test. He explained how the e2020 is a great asset to students in the district. He shared stories about two students in particular, who did not perform well in a traditional classroom, but with Mrs. Szymczak and the online classes, they have flourished.

Gregg said the district had a good homecoming week this year with a lot of students engaged in many different ways.

The cross country girls’ team traveled to Scott City and brought home their first GWAC championship. Finally, because of Student Council leadership this year, they paid for Mr. Terrill to repaint the Eagle verse in the west gym.

Jan Kilbourne, HLA principal, talked about the local field trips Ms. Trujillo’s Adult ESL students are taking to businesses to help them learn English. He informed the board about a recent graduate and how much of a success story and a positive influence this German Mennonite young man had been for the HLA. Also, the Learning Academy has been selected to help with Pheasant Heaven Charity.

High Plains Education Cooperative (HPEC) Report was given.

The board discussed the Athletic budget and Blue and Red Basketball Tournament admission price and the criteria for State Championship recognition at community level.

The board approved District goals for student achievement.

Also approved was the motion to create an interim Central Office position to train for Payroll Clerk position.

A low bid for wireless internet upgrades at the Hugoton Elementary School and the Early Childhood Development Center was approved. The low bid of $28,525.63 was from Network Computer Solutions.

The board accepted the gift of $519 from American Implement to fund water bottles.

The motion to approve the Extended Learning Day - HES after school program - hand-

book passed.

The board approved the early graduation request for Kristan Crawford.

The security camera upgrade for HES in the amount of $12,187.37 was approved.

The motion to terminate the employment of Beverly Crane effective October 22, 2013 was approved by a 6-1 vote.

The motion to terminate the employment of Sabrina Guerrero effective October 22, 2013 was approved by a 6-1 vote.

The motion to terminate the employment of Elda Pena effective October 22, 2013 passed with a 6-1 vote.

The motion to terminate the employment of Francisca Reyes effective October 22, 2013 passed with a 6-1 vote.

The EMC Insurance proposal was approved.

The motion to approve an increase of gate price at the Blue and Red Basketball Tournament passed with a 61 vote. The BOE discussed this topic at length. Last year the tournament did not break even. Scott Schechter and Clint Merritt do an excellent job running this tournament and it draws high caliber competition from Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas as well as big crowds. The community and local businesses do an excellent job of supporting the tournament. The Board talked about the increasing costs to run the tournament and while they don’t like passing on this cost to the parents and community, an increase was approved.

Superintendent Crawford shared that with officials’ pay increasing, along with normal inflation this school year, gate prices need to increase accordingly for the district to have a balanced athletic budget. The price for students will increase from $4 to $5 and from $9 to $12 for a three day pass. The adult price for an entire day of games increased from $5 to $6 and from $12 to $15 for a three day pass. The board approved the letting of bids for a new roof in Northwest corner of HES. The meeting adjourned.

Agent Jeff Ramsey and office manager Karen Schechter are still conducting business as usual at their Farm Bureau office at 613 S Main.

Office hours are 9 am to noon and 1pm to 5 pm Monday thru Friday and after hours by appointment.

The only change that has occurred is for client accounts assigned to Tanner Rindels as he has chosen to open his own Farm Bureau office at 515 S. Main and his clients will need to contact him at this new location.

Betty’s cat Patches wouldn’t pose for the photo.

“Patches is just like a spoiled child. She doesn’t mind.”

Clients assigned to Jeff will continue to be taken care of by Karen and Jeff who have a combined 50+ years of experience with Farm Bureau and the insurance industry. We look forward to many more years of taking care of the insurance and financial needs of the residents of Hugoton and Stevens County!

613 S. Main • Hugoton • 620-544-4303

Moscow United Methodist Church

BAZAAR & SILENT AUCTION Saturday, Nov. 2 5:00-7:00 p.m.

in the Fellowship Hall Serving traditional turkey and roast beef, potatoes, vegetables, variety of salads and homemade pies.

ALL YOU CAN EAT!!

Silent Auction of handmade items Ends at 7:00 p.m.

Cookbooks will be available FOR SALE - $15.00

Open House

Peace House Ministries 715 Van Buren Hugoton, KS

Friday, October 25 from 3 to 8 Saturday, October 26 from 10 to 5 Sunday, October 27 from 2 to 5 Please come tour The Peace House and listen to what God’s been doing in the lives of those involved and hear their hearts for the future. This will be a come and go event.

We hope to see you there!

Patty Bultman and Patty Lahey and Board of Directors

The Hugoton Hermes

Thursday, October 24, 2013

Hugoton High School Eagles win again at Pratt

Hi-Plains Lumber 507 S. Main 544-4304

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It was a good night for the Eagles Friday night at Pratt where the Hugoton team scored another win. Hugoton scored four touchdowns in the first half while allowing only one touchdown by Pratt.

The home team defense remained strong in the second half, only allowing the Greenbacks one last touchdown in the third quarter. When the final buzzer sounded it was the Eagles with the win over Pratt, 30 to 12.

The Eagles only scored one touchdown in the first quarter coming from a 57-yard run by Michael Baeza. Baeza had a great night carrying the ball 19 times for 186 yards.

He also scored two of the touchdowns for the Eagles.

The first quarter ended with the Eagles on the board, eight

to nothing.

Hugoton had a big second quarter, adding three more touchdowns and two twopoint conversions. Pratt started the quarter with the ball and was first to score a touchdown. It wasn’t until 3:27 remained in the first half that Yates Sutton scored the first touchdown of the quarter for the Eagles. Sutton kept the ball on a quarterback keeper and ran the ball in the end zone from nine yards out.

The Eagles added a second touchdown in the second quarter on a 42 yard run by Baeza. Sutton ran the ball in for another two points and the Eagles were now ahead by 14. The Eagles weren’t finished and with 32 seconds left in the half Mitchell

It's off to the end zone for Michael Baeza in Friday's game at Pratt. Baeza scored two touchdowns during the game helping the Eagles to win the game.

Mitchell Persinger heads down field during Friday’s game at Pratt. Hugoton won the battle due to runs such as this one.

Persinger scored another touchdown from the seven yard line followed by a two point run by Baeza. The first half ended with Hugoton well in the lead, 30 to 6.

Pratt scored the only touchdown in the second half from a three-yard run mid way through the third quarter. Neither team could score in the fourth, ending the game with Hugoton on top, 30 to 12.

“We were able to win our first district game and that puts us in control. It’s always a good feeling knowing that you control your own destiny.

We must continue to get better as we take on an improved Larned team next Friday,” said Coach Clint Merritt.

The stats showed the Eagles moving the ball 384 yards in carries and passing the ball three times with one connecting for an additional 28 yards. Zane Littell caught a 28-yard pass by Sutton keeping the Eagles moving during the game. Sutton also carried the ball 17 times for 61 yards.

Ulises Armendariz kicked the ball five times for 180 yards while Sutton punted the ball three times for 86 yards. Hugoton had seven penalties for a loss of 50 yards, 15 first downs and fumbled the ball twice resulting in two turnovers for the Eagles.

The Eagles will travel to Larned this Friday night for an away game.

Ladies tie for fourth at GWAC tournament Andrew Mendoza intercepts a Greenback, keeping him from connecting to a receiver.

The Lady Eagles tied for fourth place at the GWAC tournament Saturday, October 19. Hugoton lost to first place winner Ulysses with a score of 27-29 and 22-25.

Goodland took second place defeating the Lady Eagles 1825 and 22-25. Third place winner went to Holcomb with a score against Hugoton, 15-

25 and 10-25. Scott City and Colby tied with Hugoton for fourth place. The tie breaker scores were not available at press time.

The Lady Eagle are 19-17 going into Sub-State at Colby this Saturday. Colby, Scott City, Goodland and Hugoton will all participate at SubState.

Taylor Fiss hits the ball over the net during a recent volleyball tournament. Teammates Taylor Haar and Taryn Garza are there to back her up.

HHS ladies win one, lose one at Syracuse tourney

Chalen Talbert and Israel Montoya set a steady pace during a recent cross country race.

Sports Schedule Friday, October 25 High School Varsity Football, at Larned, 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, October 26 High School Cross Country, Regionals, TBA

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Estefani Armendariz sets up the volleyball for teammate Riley Sosa during a recent varsity game.

The Lady Eagles traveled to Syracuse where they won one and lost one at the tournament.

Hugoton began by playing Cimarron where they lost after three matches, 17-25, 25-14 and 13-25. Fighting back, the Lady Eagles won their game

against Syracuse in only two matches, 25-13 and 25-15.

The girls record is now 18 - 13 as they head to Colby Saturday for the GMAC tournament.

The JV Lady Eagles also beat Syracuse and ended the season with a 11-17 record.

HMS eighth grade football posts another undefeated season

The Hugoton eighth grade boys capped off a very successful season with a 74-0 win over Ulysses. This marks the end of a perfect season 70, and a championship in the ARMS League.

The game started with Eagles taking the ball on the 44 yard line. Hugoton wasted no time going 56 yards in four plays, then tacking on the two point conversion, both by Mahan, to make it 8-0.

The Eagles then got the ball right back on a Mitchell Hamlin interception at the Ulysses 33. Unfortunately, Hugoton gave the ball right back after a fumble, but the defense held, and after a botched punt, Hugoton got the ball right back on the Tiger 20. After two plays and a nice pass play from Mahan to Slemp, the Eagles took a 14-0 lead still midway through the first quarter.

Ulysses then fumbled the ball, giving it back to Hugoton on their own 46 yard line.

Hugoton wasted no time scoring on the first play of the

drive with a 54-yard run, and conversion, by Mitchell Hamlin making it 22-0, still in the first quarter.

During the following Ulysses possession, Nathan Leininger intercepted a pass and returned it 38 yards for the score, and the two-point conversion was good, making it 30-0 at the end of the first period.

Shortly into the second quarter, Hugoton received the ball back on a punt at the Ulysses 28 yard line. Hugoton made quick work of the short field, scoring after two plays.

The two-point conversion was good, making it 38-0.

Ulysses then drove the ball down to the Hugoton 16, however, the drive ended with a fumble. After a called back touchdown, due to an illegal block in the back, Hugoton took two more plays to score on a big run by Mahan.

Again, the two-point conversion was good, making it 460.

After a three and out, Hugoton got the ball back on

their own 45, and scored again on an Armando Martinez 42-yard run. The two point by Rodriguez was good, making the score 54-0. After another Ulysses punt, Manny Mendoza took over as quarterback, giving the ball to the fullback Rodriguez for a 63yard touchdown run making the halftime score 60-0.

To begin the second half, Ulysses received the kickoff and set up on their own 20.

Hugoton rushed the passer, causing a turnover, and Martinez picked up the fumble and ran it in 12 yards for the score making it 68-0 after the Cornelsen two-point conversion. The game then ended with a Cornelsen 27-yard scamper to make the final score 74-0.

“This caps off what has been a remarkable season.

These boys made a commitment last year after they lost to Horace Good, and decided they wanted to do what it took to not only avenge their only loss, but in fact have a perfect season. I told them

after the game, it is common sense that if you work hard and play hard, good things will happen. To end the season like this is really amazing, racking up 510 yards of offense in a Junior High game is good, and to spread the ball around like we could was even better. We are very proud of this group of boys, and we believe that if they stick together with the classes above and below them, and continue to work hard to make themselves better, it could bring a lot of excitement to Hugoton football. To wrap up, all total this group outscored their opponents an average of 48-3, I’d say that is a convincing season,” said Coach Scott Schechter.

Baeza Returns: 9 Rushing: 6/71; Mahan Rushing: 3/81 Passing: 1/5; Slemp: Receiving: 1/5 Rushing: 4/19; Hamlin: Rushing: 6/86; Leininger: Rushing: 2/43; Rodriguez: Rushing: 3/71; Martinez: 3/67; Cornelsen: 4/55; Urquidi: 1/3 for total yards: 510 yards.

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Girls’ XC team named GWAC champions This past weekend the Hugoton High School Cross Country teams traveled to Scott City to participate in the GWAC league cross country meet. The top ten individuals were named to the All-League Cross Country team.

The girls’ varsity team was league champions this year and the boys were second place by one point. Both of the groups ran very well Saturday.

“This was the first time

Mandy Mills is on the cross country JV girls team. She finished at Scott City in fourth place.

that we ever ran on this course so you never know what to expect. I liked the lay out of the course as it was easy to follow and watch. We had three girls make All League and three boys. Katy Heger was second, Sarah Johnson fourth, Maria Martinez fifth, Issac Castro first, Luis Castro third, Reed Rome and sixth. We had a number of people run well,” said Coach Nick Rodriguez.

The first three girls ran lights out and the rest of the girls ran well. The boys from top to bottom ran well and just missed being league

Katie Weaver places twentysecond at Scott City with a time of 18:56.

champs for the third year in a row.

“We did keep the overall individual league championship though as Issac captured that. He is the third different Hugoton runner to win the individual boys league championship,” said coach Rodriguez.

This weekend the teams travel to McPherson to participate in the Regional qualifying meet. To qualify for State a person needs to be in the top ten individuals or have your team place in the top three teams. The girls face a pretty tough test as Clay Center, Pratt, Concordia and Hugoton will fight it out for those three team places.

“The boys will be a fight with Ulysses to win the Regional meet I believe. The key now is stay focused and stay healthy,” concluded Coach Rodriguez.

GWAC League (Scott City) October 19, 2013 Varsity Girls Girls’ Team League Champions Katy Heger 16:16 2 Sarah Johnson 17:13 4 5 Maria Martinez 17:14 Katie Weaver 18:56 22 Mariana Shuck 19:00 24 Lauren Fox 19:08 27 Jackie Garcia 19:33 30 Varsity Boys Boys’ Team Second Place Issac Castro 17:28 1 Luis Castro 17:51 3 Reed Rome 18:30 6 Chance Ghumm 18:45 11 Edgar Villa 18:55 13 Zack Littell 19:01 15

The 2013 Hugoton Middle School Football Cheerleaders would like to say Great Job to the eighth grade boys on their ARMS League Championship! Front row left to right are Marlyn Heger and Ashley Escalera. Back row are Coach Nicole Gold, Hannah Archuleta, Megan Newlon, Montana Holt, Sahayla Haar and Coach Emily Snyder. Photo courtesy of Emily Snyder.

Zack Littell races through the course during a recent meet.

Zack is on the varsity team.

Takoda Eckert 19:31 Girls JV Alexis Claire 22:32 Mandy Mills 22:46 Sadie Wood 22:51 Boys JV Miguel Martinez 19:52 Kole Kahl 20:18 Edgar Avalos 20:26 Garrett Hamlin 20:46 David Kurt 21:03 Tucker Martin 21:15 Victor Romo 21:22 Israel Montoya 22:55 Armando Garcia 24:03 Taylor Slocum 25:38 Vicente Flores 26:49

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HHS runners face cold weather and wind at Syracuse The high school cross country team traveled to Syracuse Saturday, October 5. The girls did not field a full team as they had some other commitments and taking some caution with another runner who is fighting an injury. The boys’ team placed second as a team to a very good Ulysses team.

Overall the team ran very well despite having to deal with cold temperatures and strong winds out of the northwest.

“We were also coming off our biggest week of running.

The volume of work we just

did last week was the most work we have done this season so I was expecting to see some tired runners this week.

Overall we still have some kids running well despite the work,” said Coach Nick Rodriguez.

Katy Heger and Issac Castro continue to lead the girls’ and boys’ teams respectively.

Both have run very well all year. The boys ran better as a team and packed well behind their lead two runners.

“Overall we have to make sure we stay healthy and avoid injuries this late into the season. We have a meet

in Lakin and then our league meet at Scott City. Then our most important meet of the season will be at McPherson which is where our regional meet will be located,” concluded Coach Rodriguez.

Meet: Syracuse Date: October 5, 2013 Girls’ Varsity Katy Heger 17:09 2 Maria Martinez 18:02 6 Lauren Fox 19:43 22 Katie Weaver 20:01 29 Boys’ Varsity Issac Castro 18:06 2 Luis Castro 18:52 5 Reed Rome 19:33 9 Zack Littell 19:50 13

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Takoda Eckert 20:05 19 20:08 21 Edgar Villa Chance Ghumm20:16 22 Boys’ Team Placed Second Girls’ JV 22:35 9 Sadie Wood Alexis Clair 22:38 10 Ryley Scott 23:25 12 Boys’ JV Kole Kahl 20:39 2 Garrett Hamlin 21:54 7 Alfonso Villa 21:33 3 Israel Montoya 25:17 19 Edgar Avalos 21:35 4 Joshua Gonzalez 26:00 24 David Kurt 21:38 5 Chalen Talbert 26:07 25 Miguel Martinez 21:41 6 Vicente Flores 28:45 34

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HMS Eagles secure 2013 GWAC League championship The Hugoton Middle School Cross Country team traveled to Liberal where the teams ran against some stiff competition. The seventh grade girls’ team was league champion as a team and

Bryan Gonzales is a seventh grader on the cross country team. Photo courtesy of Gregg O’Loughlin.

Hugoton’s Rebeca Johnson was the league champion.

Only two seventh grade boys ran at the meet and even though they were not in the top ten they had the best time of the year at the meet.

Results are as follows: Seventh Grade Girls League Champion Rebeca Johnson 6 Jayla Stump 10 Abby Heger 12 Kenzie Hagman 20 Casle Heger 21 Luz Romo 25 Ashlyn Schechter Seventh Grade Boys 32 Bryan Gonzalez 39 Jaxson Teeter Eighth Grade Boys 14 Isaac Sanchez

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Carlos Monteil shows his racing ability at a cross country meet. Photo courtesy of Gregg O’Loughlin.

Abby Heger is a member of the League Champion team.

Photo courtesy of Gregg O’Loughlin.

Kara Rodriguez sets a stready pace during a recent meet.

Photo courtesy of Gregg O’Loughlin.

Hugoton Recreation Commission Announces 2013 Boys’ Basketball Sign-Ups Monday, October 21 - Friday, October 25 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Saturday, October 26 Sixth grade football team players front row, left to right are TJ Cox, Weston Maravilla, Kyle Scott, Conner Wells and Ivan Valles. Back Row are Coach Dale, Austin Dale, Rene Marin, Jace

Gilmore, David Barker, Bryan Cabezas, Diego Montoya, Samuel Fabela and Coach Lopez.

Not pictured are Michael Mendoza, Rafael Munoz, Juan Chavez and Jaydon Silva.

Sixth grade Eagles headed to Super Bowl The sixth grade Hugoton Eagles football team is headed to the Super Bowl! They will be playing Saturday, November 2, at the Liberal High School foot-

ball field against Guymon, Ok., Woodward, Ok., and Liberal teams.

So come all you sports fans, show your support for the Eagles

and watch some great football.

The team is also looking for some sponsors. Contact the Hugoton Rec if you are interested.

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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 Tuesday, October 30 This school years’ 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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Which is the real church building? Even turned upside down, this photo is eerily confusing. Lowell Stanley’s photo won second place at the Hugoton Camera Club’s meeting Thursday.

Who is that baby in the mirror?! Kelvin Heitmann takes second place in the Camera Club’s contest after capturing this magical moment with a young boy.

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Kansas average retail gasoline prices rise slightly Average retail gasoline prices in Kansas have risen 0.6 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.16 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 0.8 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.36 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 33.5 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 27.9 cents per gallon lower than a month ago. The national average has decreased 13.7 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 31.2 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.

"As the cooler temperatures continue to invade the U.S., gasoline prices continue to cool off as well, with the national average declining for yet another

The Hugoton Chamberr of Commerce Presents

Halloween in Hugoton Thurrssday, s Occttober 31sst from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. on n the side deewa waalks alks of Main in S Street treet the Spookss w will bbee hhaaaunting untin ng g Huugo goton.

We invite the children of Hugoton to meet at the corner of 7th and Main (in front of the Chamber of Commerce offfifice) and split into two groups to walk the sidewalks on Main Street from 7th Street to 5th Street and back.

Come dressed in your scariest, funniest, or cutest costume to trick or treat on Main Street!

All businesses, churches, organizations and groups are invited to hand out candy to the little spooks on Main Street!

If your business or group is not located downtown on Main Street, feel free to bring your bucket of candy and we will find a spot where you can hand it out!

At 6:00-7:00 p.m. all children are invited to Pioneer Manor for more trick or treating fun!!

will again list the names of the Veterans from Stevens County November 7, 2013.

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 7 issue.

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week," said GasBuddy.com Senior Petroleum Analyst Patrick DeHaan. "Oil prices were within an arms reach of dropping under $100/bbl last week, but haven't yet crossed that line just yet. Meanwhile, gasoline prices have slowed their descent, with the national average moving just slightly lower over the last seven days.

The cities that had seen average gasoline prices under $3 per gallon have dried up, yet eighteen states still have at least one station selling gasoline under that level. The bad news? Oil and gasoline futures may be more volatile this week as the Fed shutdown is over, and the Energy Information Administration releases data about supply and demand for the last two weeks. Should that data be surprising, it may have an impact on the direction of gasoline prices in the days ahead," DeHaan said.

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American Legion and Auxiliary hosts annual October dinner The American Legion and Auxiliary hosted their annual October covered dish dinner at the Vets Hall.

Tables were decorated with both small flags and some Halloween figures. The food brought in by those attending was plentiful and delicious.

Dr. Neira led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance and Pat Rodgers led the opening prayer.

October is when those attending Girls’ State give their reports. This is the first time in many years that no one had been sent to Girls State.

The Auxiliary had been unable to get someone to consent to go and take part.

Gladys Renfro played her music as always and led those present in singing.

Door prizes were plentiful as everyone received one.

Everyone assisted in cleaning up and putting the tables and chairs back in place.

The next covered dish dinner will be in December.

Many people can donate blood, but even healthy donors are sometimes temporarily deferred due to low hemoglobin levels. The American Red Cross recommends eligible blood donors eat a well-balanced diet with extra iron-rich foods prior to their donation this fall. Red Cross will be in Hugoton October 29 from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. at First Christian Church, 600 S. Van Buren in Hugoton and Rolla High School, 204 Van Buren October 30 from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m.

During the fall, iron-rich

produce such as broccoli, kale, sweet potatoes, spinach, apricots and chard are in season and therefore more abundant.

Food can have two types of iron: heme and nonheme. The body can absorb up to 30 percent of heme iron, primarily found in meat, but only two to ten percent of nonheme iron.

Foods high in vitamin C, such as leafy greens, peppers and citrus fruits, help with iron absorption.

Make an appointment to roll up a sleeve by calling 1800-RED CROSS or visiting redcrossblood.org.

Chamber luncheon Continued from page 1 for Halloween, October 31 from 4:30 until 5:30 p.m. They will start the trick or treating at the corner of Seventh and Main (the Chamber office). They are hoping businesses along Main Street will be ready with treats for the little tricksters.

Anita Wendt, vice-president of Energy Services for Pioneer Electric and Southern Pioneer Electric, was the first speaker.

She informed the members of some of the benevolent projects in which Pioneer has recently been involved. One of their projects was to contribute to the radiology department at the Stevens County Hospital.

She also gave an update of the Rupart Station which is located in Grant County. This is their new electric generating station they are building at an estimated cost of $130 million.

Rae Gorman, Energy Supervisor for Pioneer Electric and Southern Pioneer Electric, spoke next of a documentary about our senior citizens Sunflower Electric is putting together. They have also been traveling to the various towns they serve to visit with their customers. Pioneer Electric is sponsoring a Coffeefest at Ulysses October 25. Everyone

is invited to attend.

Director Ruth announced the next Chamber Luncheon will be November 17, 2013.

The meeting adjourned.

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PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, October 24, 2013) 3t STATE OF COUNTY, ss:

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IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF RUTH MILDRED SPARKS, DECEASED Case No. 13PR33 NOTICE OF HEARING You are hereby notified that Marlla Ruth Mhoon, one of the heirs, devisees and legatees of the will and estate of Ruth Mildred Sparks, deceased, has filed a petition in the above Court, together with authenticated copy of the foreign probated will of the decedent, Ruth Mildred Sparks, and the proceedings admitting her will to probate in the Superior Court of Thurston County, Washington.

The Petition alleges, among other things, the decedent was the owner at the time of her 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 Thurston 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, Ruth Mildred Sparks, 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 8th day of November, 2013, at 9:30 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.

Marlla Ruth Mhoon, Petitioner TATE & KIITZKE L.L.C. 1024 S. Trindle, P. O. Box 909 Hugoton, KS 67951 Telephone: 620-544-2103 Attorneys for Petitioner

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American Karate Studios opens new business

Students and parents turn out for American Karate Studio’s ribbon cutting Friday at noon.

Left to right, back row, are Inez Garcia, Sesthleng Garcia, Ruth Martinez, Armando Garcia, Danny Tapia, Instructor Christian Santarpia, Ben Smith,

Viridiana Martinez and Chamber Director Ruth Van Horn. In front are Jr. Martinez, Leslie Martinez, Yoana Vargava and Veronica Vergara.

Mater MarkAnthony was not present for the picture due to an out-of-town emergency.

There is a new face — and business — on Main Street in Hugoton! Master MarkAnthony Baca has opened American Karate Studios at 614 S. Main.

Master Baca has over 33 years experience in martial arts, including Tae Kwon Do, Jiu Jitsu, kickboxing, boxing, mixed martial arts and personal protection. He was recently promoted to 6th Dan by best friend and fellow martial artist Master Jason David Frank, also known as Power Ranger Tommy.

Master Baca has competed in more than 223 full-contact

“Notes From Nancy”

by Stevens County FACS Agent Nancy Honig

How Are You, Really?

Are you feeling down in the dumps? Are you irritated at how often you’ve been irritable? Perhaps it’s time to look at the foods and drinks you consume to see if they are trashing your mood. Nutrition experts say that the foods you eat can help you feel better - or feel worse both short-term and longterm. For those who missed last week’s “Knowledge at Noon” program, here is some information on one of the topics I shared.

Meal-to-meal and day-today, keeping your blood sugars steady and your gastrointestinal (GI) tract running smoothly will help you feel good and energetic. If your blood sugars are on a roller-coaster ride, hitting highs and lows from too much sugar and refined flour, you are more likely to feel out of sorts. This is also true if your gastrointestinal system is distressed due to intense hunger from a fad diet, or constipation because you aren’t getting enough fiber and water.

Eating a heart-healthy diet

high in fiber and low in saturated fat is a great place to start to boost your mood.

Conversely, “a high-fat, highglycemic load” meal can make you physically feel the dysfunction in your body.

When people eat this type of meal they tend to feel uncomfortable, and sluggish or sleepy afterwards.

If you suffer occasionally from indigestion or heartburn, diet and lifestyle modifications may be helpful in finding a way to prevent flareups. Foods you might want to avoid, or reduce consumption of, include: Spicy Food. Certain hot spices are known to irritate the esophagus and cause heartburn. Avoiding these may help prevent painful symptoms and reduce the risk of ulcerations.

High Fat Foods. High fat foods can cause reflux because of the large amounts of acid required to digest them.

Foods with a high fat content delay stomach emptying which can lead to acid reflux.

You may not have to give up your favorite foods. Preparing them differently could help

MUSEUM UPDATE from The Stevens County Gas & Historical Museum Gladys Renfro and Beulah Carter This is a beautiful fall day!

Winter will soon be here and I’m not ready! I don’t like the cold.

Music is Gladys’s life. She brought in a book of old songs. Remember this one?

Hush Little Baby Hush little baby, don’t say a word, Papa’s goin’ to buy you a talkin’ bird.

If that talkin’ bird don’t sing, Papa’s goin’ to buy a diamond ring.

If that diamond ring don’t shine, Papa’s goin’ to get you a hook and line.

Hook and line don’t catch you a fish, Papa’s goin’ to get you a silver dish.

If that silver dish gets broke, Papa’s goin’ to get you a nanny goat.

If that nanny goat should go dry,

Papa’s goin’ get you a butterfly.

If that butterfly fly away, Papa’s goin’ rock his baby all day.

We had a tour of First Graders from Rolla. School children are always a delight.

We also had a visitor from Omsk, Russia - she came in with Jill Stoddard.

The Stevens County Gas and Historical Museum is located at 905 S. Adams. You are invited to visit Mondays through Fridays from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

The museum had a special guest from Russia visit last week.

Pictured is Mary Fayn, on the left, of Omsk, Russia along with Jill (Stoddard) Rodriquez of Denver, Co. Mary is a foreign exchange student staying with Jill. She is a senior at Rock Canyon School in Denver. She came to the United States in August to attend school and will return to Russia in June. Jill is the daughter of Ralph and Norma Stoddard. She brought Mary to Hugoton to observe harvest in southwest Kansas.

tame heartburn. You can bake, broil, grill or roast some foods instead of frying them. And you can trim extra fat off of meat and poultry, and cut the skin off the chicken. Little tweaks might trim enough fat to make a difference in heartburn, and overall health.

Acidic Food. Foods such as tomatoes and products containing tomatoes and citrus fruits, such as oranges, grapefruits and lemons, can trigger heartburn, especially if eaten by themselves on an empty stomach. Vinegar, a common ingredient in salad dressings, is also highly acidic.

Mint and Chocolate. Both peppermint and chocolate contain chemicals that can stimulate the release of stomach acids while also relaxing the smooth muscle sphincter between the stomach and esophagus, often resulting in acid reflux and heartburn.

Chocolate also contains caffeine.

Drinks. Certain drinks can make heartburn more likely.

Those beverages include coffee (regular and decaffeinated), caffeinated tea, colas, other carbonated drinks, and excess alcoholic beverages. Caffeinated beverages boost acid in the stomach and alcoholic beverages can relax the lower esophageal sphincter, leading to heartburn. And sodas, regardless of caffeine, can bloat the stomach, which may lead to heartburn. Alcohol irritates the lining of the stomach and is actually one of the most reported causes of heartburn.

Other potential heartburn triggers include: • Eating too much. Practice portion control. Your stomach responds to large portions by producing large amounts of acid. More stomach acid means a greater chance of acid reflux.

• Eating Rapidly. Eat slowly and chew food thoroughly.

Doing so will make you feel fuller because food has time to digest, and decreases the likelihood of heartburn.

• Eating too late. Finish eating your final meal of the day two to three hours before going to bed. The added time will give your food and acid levels a chance to clear before lying down, the position in which heartburn is most likely to occur.

• Exercising before bed.

Avoid strenuous physical activity, such as riding an exercise bike or doing sit-ups, right before you go to bed.

Taking a leisurely walk after dinner and giving food time to settle, however, may actually help prevent heartburn at night.

• Excessive Weight. Being overweight or obese increases your risk of heartburn. One reason may be excess weight adds pressure on the valve at the top of the stomach.

Research shows that, for many people with heartburn, chewing non-mint, sugarless gum for 30 minutes after a meal reduces the risk of heartburn. Chewing gum may increase swallowing, thus helping wash acid away from the esophagus.

life to helping children and youth. He strives to help bring back the founding principles of the United States: honor and respect. As a Christian, MarkAnthony knows about trials and several testimonies have led to his becoming one of the top ranked studios in the country.

Not only has Master Baca dedicated his life to helping children, but he also promotes family oriented cage fighting events in Oklahoma, New Mexico, Texas and soon in Kansas.

These events are conducted with a high level of respect and focus on family.

In addition to MarkAnthony’s entrepreneurial pursuits, he is also striving to promote his antibullying campaign. He has visited hundreds of schools nationwide and boasts impeccable references from educators.

The program has quickly spread statewide and will hopefully become a national movement for children in public and private school systems.

You can find American Karate Studios on Facebook by searching “Hugoton/Ulysses American Karate Studios by Master Baca”, stop by the location at 614 S. Main or call 580461-5315.

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We drove to Wichita Friday to a doctor’s appointment. We drove in rain and snow and sleet — whatever. Makes driving tiring!

We have received a few applications for the director’s job. We will continue to take them up until November 8.

Then the Board will choose someone November 12 at their regular meeting.

Have a nice week.

Menu Oct. 24 .........Hamburger Gravy Oct. 25................................Fish Oct. 28 .........................Goulash Oct. 29..............Baked Potatoes Oct. 30 .....BBQ Polish Sausage Oct.31 .....................Hamburger Activities Schedule Thursday, October 24 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

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

Friday, October 25 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

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

Saturday, October 26 Cards .........................6:00 p.m.

Monday, October 28 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

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

Tuesday, October 29 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

Wednesday, October 30 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

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

Thursday, October 31 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

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events. MarkAnthony has also won numerous state championships in several organizations.

While being mentored and coached by Grandmaster Ray Berrera, Master Baca competed in a USA qualifier for the US World Cup in Sydney, Australia.

MarkAnthony has also appeared in several films, such as “Kickboxer 4”, “Wishbone”, “The Silver Case” and “Project 57”, as well as television shows like “The Next Dragon” and “America’s Fittest CEO”. His character is known all over the United States and he has ongoing relationships with movie stars, including Taylor Lautner, Jason David Frank and Ernie Reyes Jr. He has also earned the respect of other professional fighters who support the quest to educate and encourage young children to be confident, respectful, self motivated, focused and humble.

Master Baca’s involvement with organizations like Big Brothers, Big Sisters; Youth Development, Inc.; Mothers Against Drunk Driving; Students Against Drunk Driving; juvenile diabetes and various shelters for battered women, along with many more, only further his dream of helping others with daily difficulties.

MarkAnthony has dedicated his

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MOSCOW NEWS Moscow United Methodist Church celebrates one hundred years

by Sara Cross

Wednesdays Starting September 11, Kids Club will meet at Moscow United Methodist Church every Wednesday from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. unless there is no school that day. For information call 598-2426.

From September through April, when school is in session, Moscow Baptist Church Team Kid (from Kindergarten through 5th grade) will meet from 3:45 to 5:15 p.m. Contact Barb Williams at 544-7958 for information.

Friday, October 25 High School Football at Fowler Saturday, October 26 Baby shower at 2:00 p.m. for Sheena May at the May’s Shop (Daryl and Stephanie) 2497 Road 16, which is located at intersection AA (North of Moscow) and Road 16 (west of Moscow) or call Stephanie for directions

at 620-453-1076. Sheena is registered at Babies R Us and Target.

October 27-30 Revival services at Moscow Baptist Church; Sunday morning 10:40 a.m.; 7:00 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday evening. Rev. Jack Jacobs from First Southern Baptist Church of Liberal will be speaking and there will be special music during each service. Everyone is welcome!

Friday, October 31 High School Football vs Rolla at home Saturday, November 2 Moscow United Methodist Women’s annual bazaar.

Sunday, November 3 Moscow United Methodist Church Centennial Celebration with a luncheon following the morning service and a variety show afterward.

Early in 1913, 100 years ago, a group of Christians living in Moscow and the surrounding area formed a congregation.

The Moscow United Methodist Church was organized that year. They began plans for construction of a new church building. As the congregation awaited completion of the construction, they established a temporary worship area in the Moscow Depot.

In November 1913 the first church was erected at a cost of $1,800. It was located where the teacherage presently occupied by Marcie Knoll stands.

Rev. T.B. Paramore and pastors from other denominations provided worship leadership.

Rev. Paramore and his wife traveled by horse and buggy to do circuit work all over southwest Kansas.

The second church, a basement church, was built by donated labor. It was dug with shovels, and teams of horses were used to pull scrapers and slips to remove the dirt. It was occupied February 2,1930.

Groundbreaking for the present building was May 17, 1953. Into a box inserted behind the cornerstone was placed a Bible, a Methodist Hymnal, a copy of a 1952 Discipline, a copy of the Ritual of the Methodist Church as well as other items. March 21,

The new basement Methodist Church was dedicated in 1930.

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Groundbreaking for this new Moscow United Methodist Church was May 17, 1953. Plans to build on top of the basement church were aban1954, the congregation had opening exercises in the basement church and then moved enmass the same morning to the present building. Cost of the present building was $96,000.

District Superintendent Lester Templin dedicated the church May 2, 1962 at which the mortgage was burned.

The bell in the tower of the present church has rung in all three churches. There was no belfry at the basement church so a small tower was erected for that purpose.

The first babies baptized in the present church were Rhonda Christian, Craig Kapp, Sheri Teeter, Carol LaForce and Beth Ann Hendrickson. The

doned in favor of a totally new building to be located one block northeast of the basement church.

first wedding was that of Gary and Sue Brewer May 23, 1954.

April 17, 1955, 16 Boy Scouts received the coveted God and Country award at the Moscow United Methodist Church. It was the largest class in the United States to receive the award at that point in time.

United Methodist Church will celebrate their centennial at the church service beginning at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, November 3, 2013. The congregation will enjoy special music and a luncheon will be served. Afterward a program will be presented with recognition of ministers. More special music will be provided. Everyone is invited.

The Holy Trinity and the Sacraments Stained Glass Windows were dedicated October 29, 1972.

Emmy Hittle is SCCC/ATS campus ambassador Emmy Hittle of Moscow is a presidential scholar and a campus ambassador at Seward County Community College/Area Technical School in Liberal.

SCCC/ATS gives presidential scholarships to students at area high schools who has the highest GPA of those attending SCCC/ATS and is recommended by his or her high school counselor or principal based on high academic ability, leadership, citizenship and moral character. These scholarships are limited to one student from each high school.

Hittle is a SCCC/ATS sophomore majoring in Nursing.

She is a member of Phi Theta Kappa and is also a student

Ambassador. In high school she played volleyball, basketball and track. She was also a member of student council and worked for her school newspaper.

She decided to come to SCCC/ATS because she wanted to go to a small college where she would see familiar faces every day. She also wanted to watch and play sports at a friendly campus.

She plans to give back to SCCC/ATS by trying to get as many students as she possibly can to attend the college. She also plans to help with the phonathon in the spring and has helped with fundraising events, such as the Foundation Scholarship Auction. She

Emmy Hittle will help with career days, Extreme Challenge and visit high schools during basketball season to recruit students and give out a scholarship.

KASSP honors Sublette’s Principal Cesar Peña The Kansas Association of Secondary School Principals, or

Baby shower for Sheena May is Saturday There will be a baby shower for Sheena May Saturday, October 26 at 2:00 p.m. at the May’s Shop (Daryl and Stephanie) 2497 Road 16, which is located at intersection AA (North of Moscow) and Road 16 (west of Moscow) or call Stephanie for directions at 620-453-1076.

Sheena is registered at Babies R Us and Target. Please join to help shower baby Blythe and get her ‘stylin’!!!

Moscow Baptist Church hosts Revival Services Moscow Baptist Church will host special Revival services Sunday through Wednesday, October 27-30, 2013.

Services will begin at 10:40 a.m. Sunday morning and continue at 7:00 p.m. each evening through Wednesday. Reverend Jack Jacobs of First Southern Baptist Church in Liberal will be speaking and special music will be presented at each service. Pastor Jacobs has a delightful, creative way of presenting the gospel that all will find enlightening.

Everyone is welcome!

KASSP, is proud to recognize Cesar Peña of Sublette High School, as the KASSP Area 6 High School Principal honoree.

KASSP is an organization of over 400 secondary school principals from across the state of Kansas. Peña was nominated and selected by peer principals.

Candidates are evaluated based on their school leadership, school improvement, dedication, professionalism and service to students.

Congratulations are extended from the Kansas Association of Secondary School Principals to Cesar Peña. The award will be

presented Monday, November 4 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Wichita Airport during the KASSP Annual Fall Conference Awards Reception at 5:40 p.m. Guests and family are welcome to attend as complimentary guests of KASSP by contacting Sheryl Colcher at scolcher@us akansas.org or calling Sheryl at 785-232-6645. Reservations are required.

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ROLLA NEWS

By Mary Courtney

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Hannah Dunn wins honors at rodeos Hannah Dunn had an outstanding weekend on the rodeo circuit. She won goat tying in two out of three rodeos she competed in this weekend and won the barrel racing title twice. Hannah also rode in the pole bending competition but failed to place. She is the daughter of Andy and Mandy Dunn.

GCCC offers money management class People who want to manage their money more successfully in today’s tight times can count on an upcoming course at Garden City Community College.

The course covers the how’s and why’s of developing your own personal financial goals, along with some of the very basics of keeping checkbooks balanced, paying bills on time, and shopping strategies to avoid overspending.

This financial literacy class will take place Tuesday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The class is set to start Tuesday, October 22 and registration is open until Tuesday, October 29. Register at the Student and Community Services Center on the east side of campus between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

“The one credit-hour financial class is course number ECON1101-90, and we’ll focus on the basics of managing your money not only for today but for your future as well,” said Economics Instructor Chip Marcy.

“There won’t be any pie in the sky investment strategies or arcane advice requiring an attorney’s blessing,” Marcy said. “The objective is to give you the tools to manage your daily checkbook, develop your own realistic financial goals, review the true cost of borrowing money and why it gets so many of us in trouble.”

Marcy added people of all ages could use the course to discover how to develop a working budget that’s easy to follow. Marcy is available to answer questions at charles.marcy@gcccks.edu or 620-275-3286.

Five freshmen won the Meade tournament for the Rolla High School scholars’ bowl. Artemio Villa, Teagan Simmons, Micah Ratzlaff, Bri-

anna Smith and Jonothon Madison showed their stuff at the season opener.

Tuesday, October 29 Junior High Basketball Practice begins Wednesday, October 30 NHS/STUCO Fall Blood Drive; 9:00 a.m - 3:00 p.m.

Thursday, October 31 Spook Parade in Old Gym; 3:00 p.m.

High School Football at Moscow; 7:00 p.m.

Friday, November 1 High School Football at Moscow

Rolla Pirates scholars’ bowl team wins Meade tourney The Rolla High School scholars’ bowl team had its season opener at Meade Monday. The Pirate varsity squad cruised through several matches, but hit a buzz saw when the Ashland Blue Jays entered the room. This was the only loss the Pirates suffered, so the team finished the tour-

nament with the best record, posting a 9-1 final tally. Playing for the varsity team were Kaleigh Barrett, Karly Clinesmith, Chandler Huddleston, Chandler Burrows and Garry Norton.

The junior varsity team posted a record of 4-6 for the evening, but the team was oh

so close to victory in each of the six losses. They lost one match by two questions, four by one question, and one by a half a question, so the five freshmen were right in the hunt. Artemio Villa, Teagan Simmons, Micah Ratzlaff, Brianna Smith and Jonathon Madison played on the junior varsity squad.

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Scott, Clara Ann and Malia Boeh Malia Ann (Eiland) Boeh and husband Scott welcomed Miss Clara Ann into their family October 14. She weighed six pounds, eight ounces when she was born.

Proud grandparents of Clara Ann are Sam and Retta Eiland of Rolla.

Sons of American Revolution meet October 15 at Liberal The Colonel John Seward Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution met Tuesday, October 15, at the Branding Iron Restaurant in Liberal.

The program, “Tombstones as a Craft Project”, was presented by Robert Caraway.

Among the business transacted was election of officers for the next four years.

The new officers are: President – Ray Dee Rinehart; Vice President – Darrel Long; Treasurer – Carl Holmes; Secretary – Robert Caraway; Chaplain – Duane Wilsey; and Histo-

October 23-24 Parent/Teacher Conferences; 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

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The Cimarron River Valley Chapter of the Daughters of the Revolution was represented by Karen Rinehart, Lola Caraway, and Bonnie Raff.

The Byrd Prewitt Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution was represented by Becky Wilsey.

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of the American Revolution had its monthly meeting Tuesday, September 17, at the Branding Iron Restaurant in Liberal.

The program was presented by Kay Burtzloff, local Director of the United Way. She presented programs and goals of the United Way and stated that their local goal has been met by contributions from the community and in a large part by National Beef.

By dialing 211 you can find out what assistance is availalble in your community.

The Colonel John Seward Chapter meets the third Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. at the Branding Iron. Anyone interested in the Sons of the American Revolution is invited to attend.

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Farm Bureau Financial Services Opens New Office in Hugoton Farm Bureau Financial Services agent Tanner Rindels has opened a new office at 515 South Main Street in Hugoton.

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Business hours for the 515 South Main office will be Monday-Friday 9am-12pm and 1pm-5pm.

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Wranglers 4-H Club elects junior officers The October 2013 meeting of the Wranglers 4-H Club was

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pledge and motto were led by Frances Gaskill and Grace Dillinger. Roll call was answered by, “What is your favorite holiday?”

Secretary Brooke Hinds reported there were no minutes to read because the book was still at the Extension Office. Frances Gaskill read a thank you note to the Wranglers Club from Joey McClure. Treasurer Garrette Hinds gave the treasurer’s report. Reporter Raegan Hinds and Historian McKenzie Hinds gave their reports. There were no council or junior leaders’ reports at this time.

Carla Kerbow gave the leader’s report. She reminded members about enrollment cards and achievement banquet dates. She then told officers of an officers’ training November 5 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. all newly elected officers need to attend.

Carla then discussed the club’s responsibilities for National 4-H Week. There was no old business for the club.

President Kaitlyn Dobie then moved onto new business. The club decided to elect a set of junior officers for the 20132014 year. Elections were as follows: Junior President Frances Gaskill, Junior Vice President - Emmet Gaskill, Junior Secretary - Jewels Kraisinger, Junior Treasurer Grace Dillinger and Junior Reporter Connor Wells.

The club then discussed a fundraiser and community service at Pheasant Heaven Charities. There were no project talks or demonstrations at this time. Recreation was led by Hunter and Dawson Kerbow.

Vice President Jacob Bell read the next meeting’s program.

There were no more announcements and the meeting was adjourned. Refreshments were provided by the Hinds and Gooch families.

Submitted by Wranglers 4-H Club Reporter Raegan Hinds.

Heartland 4-H Club met last Tuesday for the October Meeting. It was election night! Pictured are the senior officers elected. Back row left to right are President Megan Bryan, Parliamentarian Zack Leininger and Recreation Leader Tony

Kinser. In front are Historian Brianna Mangels, Vice President Emma McClure, Reporter Jayla Stump, Treasurer Casle Heger and Historian Tiffany Mangels. Not pictured is Secretary Toby McClure. Photo courtesy of Michelle Heger.

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Shelton, Recreation Leader Kyra Shelton and Devotion Leaders Allison Goode and Jayce Heger. Photo courtesy of Michelle Heger.

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Control Broadleaf Weeds in Lawns in Late October Early November Late October to early November is the most effective time to control broadleaf weeds in lawns. Dandelions usually produce a flush of new plants in late September, and the winter annual weeds henbit and chickweed should have germinated in October. These young plants are small and easily controlled with herbicides such as 2,4-D or combination products (Trimec, Weed-B-Gon, WeedOut) that contain 2,4-D, MCPP and Dicamba. Even established dandelions are more easily controlled now than in the spring because they are actively moving materials from the top portion of the plant to the roots.

Herbicides will translocate to the roots as well and will kill the plant from the roots up.

Choose a day that is 50 degrees or higher. The better the weed is growing, the more weed killer will be moved from the leaves to the roots. Cold temperatures will slow or stop this process. Weed Free Zone (also sold under the name of Speed Zone) contains the three active ingredients mentioned above, plus carfentrazone. It will give a quicker response than the other products mentioned especially as temperatures approach 50 degrees.

Tree Leaves and Turf It’s that time of year again.

Leaves are rapidly falling from deciduous trees so it’s a good time to stop and think about options for handling the litter.

Although a scattering of leaves won’t harm the lawn, excessive cover prevents sunlight from reaching turfgrass plants. Turf left in this state for an extended period will be unable to make the carbohydrates needed to carry it through the winter.

There are options for dealing with the fallen leaves other than

bagging them up and putting them out for the trash collector.

Composting is a great way to handle the refuse. Compost can then be used in the vegetable garden and flowerbeds. If you do not compost, you can mow leaves with a mulching mower and let shredded leaves filter into the turf canopy. (A sidedischarge mower also will work, but it won’t shred the leaves as thoroughly.) This method will be most effective if you do it often enough that leaf litter doesn’t become too thick. Mow while you can still see grass peeking through the leaves.

You may wonder whether this practice will be detrimental to the lawn in the long run. Research at Michigan State University in which they used a mulching mower to shred up to about one pound of leaves per square yard of lawn (one pound is equal to approximately six inches of leaves piled on the grass) for five consecutive years, found no long-term effects of the shredded leaves on turf quality, thatch thickness, organic content of the thatch, or soil test results (pH, nutrients, etc.). If you mow leaves and have a cool-season lawn, it makes sense to be on a fall nitrogen fertilization program and core-aerate in the fall (things you should be doing anyway). If you have a warm-season lawn, you can still use this technique but wait to fertilize and coreaerate until next late May or early June.

Tucking Your Lawnmower in For the Winter If you are done mowing for the year, be sure to service your mower before putting it away.

Make sure you drain the gas tank of gasoline-powered engines or use a gasoline stabilizer. Untreated gasoline can become thick and gummy. A few drops of oil squirted inside the spark plug hole (after you

remove the spark plug) will help lubricate the cylinder. While you have the spark plug removed, replace it with a new one. If your equipment has a battery, clean the battery terminals, which usually corrode during the season. A wire-bristle brush is a good tool for doing this. The battery can then be removed or connected to a battery monitor that will keep it charged over winter. If you remove the battery, be sure to store it in a protected location for the winter (a cool basement works best). Now is also an excellent time to sharpen mower blades so they'll be ready next spring. Sharpening rotary mower blades is fairly straightforward. The following steps will guide you through this process: • Check the blade for major damage. If you can't fix it, it likely will need to be replaced.

• Remove grass and debris from the blade with a moist cloth. Dry before beginning to sharpen the cutting edge.

• Remove nicks from the cutting edge, using a grinding wheel or hand-file.

• If using a grinding wheel, match the existing edge angle to the wheel. If hand-filing, file at the same angle as the existing edge.

• Grind or file until the edge is 1/32 inch, about the size of a period.

• Particularly with a grinding wheel, avoid overheating the blade as this may warp it.

• Clean the blade with solvent or oil, much like if you were cleaning a gun, for optimum winter storage. Avoid using water because it will promote rust. Following these tips can help you better prepare your mower for winter storage and also save you some steps this coming spring.

Ward Upham, Horticultural Rapid Response Unit Coordinator

The Hugoton Hermes

History From The Hermes Compiled by Ruthie Winget Thursday, October 30, 2008 Two Hugoton High School cross country athletes have qualified to compete in the state cross country meet in Wamego. Heber Jimenez and Erick Rodriquez qualified by finishing within the top ten places at regionals at Lake Afton.

Thursday, October 30, 2003 Rogers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” will be performed by the students of Hugoton High School November 14.

Cinderella will played by Deidre Martin and the Prince will be Olian Thompson.

Thursday, November 5, 1993 The official ribbon cutting at the Hutton Civic Center Annex Saturday was performed by Frances Patton.

Over 200 well-wishers attended the grand opening and the Halloween dance that followed.

Thursday, October 27, 1983 The Hugoton High School Debate Squad captured the sweepstakes trophy for Best Overall Record and First Place Trophy in the junior division at Garden City. The debaters were Sheri Walkemeyer, Mike Metcalf, Juli Kramer, Rob Wilson, Joel McClure, Tina DeWitt, Cyndi Porter and Les Topliss.

Thursday, November 1, 1973 Dawn Nease was the featured speaker at the 4-H Achievement Banquet October 29. Dawn is a former 4-H member and now is attending Wichita State University.

Thursday, October 31, 1963 Friday was Homecoming for Hugoton High School and Miss Pam Keith reigned as queen over the celebration.

Her attendants were Susan Thompson, Sharon Hodges

and Eileen DeCamp.

Thursday, October 29, 1953 Billy Bud Watkins, son of Mr. and Mrs. Orville D. Watkins, was flown to Penmunjon, Korea. He entered the military in May. Wellknown as a Golden Gloves boxer, he was employed by Halliburton Well Service before entering the service.

Friday, October 28, 1938 The box supper at Evergreen school house was well attended. The boxes were auctioned by O.E. Rich. Following the auction was a cake and pie walk. Charles Miller won the cake walk. Leroy Younggren and Lawrence Johnson each won a pie.

Ferne Rich and Wilmer Perry won a pint of sweet pickles.

Everyone had a good time.

If any readers have pictures for the history page of the Hermes, please bring them in to Ruthie Winget at The Hugoton Hermes.

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Thursday, October 24, 2013

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.

Buy 3 Get 1 FREE!

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The Hugoton Hermes Classifieds

620-544-4321

Now through October 31st, 2013 When you buy 3 shocks & struts, you get the 4th FREE! With this service, you will also receive a FREE $25 Gift Card!

Come in and check out our “Car of the Week”, a 2013 Oxford White, Ford Fusion SE only $23,900!

531 S. Jackson St - Hugoton - 620/544-7800

PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, October 24, 2013)

The beast, aka “Harold,” was ridden in the Stevens County Fair Parade by Buddy Heaton II “Little Bud”. The senior Buddy Heaton made national news when he rode another bison, “Old Grunter” in the Presidential Inaugural Parade January 20, 1961. Picture brought in by Clara Lee. Thanks Clara!

Austin Nordyke, son of Paul and Shannon Nordyke, creates the Halloween spirit with all these dancing ghosts on their front yard. He also has a huge spider crawling on their garage.

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HERMES CLASSIFIEDS Deadline for all classified advertising is MONDAY at 5:00 p.m.

All Garage, Yard and/or Moving Sale Ads MUST Be Pre-Paid.

1) Classified ad rate is $.20 per word per insertion. The weekly minimum is $3.35. 2) Classified display advertising rate is $5.00 per column inch. 3) All cards of thanks are charged at the display rate. 4) All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968, which makes it illegal to advertise "any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, children, or national origin or an intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination." This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis.

HELP WANTED (2c43)

JOB OPPORTUNITY We are now taking applications for Director at the Senior Center.

Stop by the office at 624 S. Main to pick up an application.

Will take applications until November 8. (1c41)

TRANSPORT & BOBTAIL DRIVERS WANTED

SATANTA DISTRICT HOSPITAL, CLINICS & LONG TERM CARE

Sales/Service Associate Position available for insurance sales and service.

Bi-lingual, people friendly, and computer skills are necessary.

Please call Tanner at 453-1725 if interested.

Warehouse/Delivery position

HEALTHCARE WITH HEART

Immediate Openings for: CNAs Pharmacy Tech Radiology Technologist We are currently offering a $600 sign on bonus for CNAs! Apply online at satantahospital.org or for more information, contact Samantha Hett, at shett@satantahospital.org.

SDH is an EOE facility

available immediately Sunrise Oilfield Supply, the largest oilfield supply company in Kansas, is now taking applications for a warehouse/ delivery position at its Hugoton, Kansas store to perform the following duties: • Receive, store and issue materials and other items from warehouse or storage yard • Perform inventory verifications and cycle counts as directed • Operate forklifts and other material handling devices to load and unload materials • Make deliveries in the Hugoton and surrounding areas Valid driver license with relatively clean motor vehicle report.

(Applicants with a drug or alcohol driving offense in the last three years will not be considered.)

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

Please send your resume to Sunrise Oilfield Supply, P.O. Box 446, Hugoton, KS 67951.

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Solution to October 17, 2013 puzzle

for very progressive, family-oriented company.

Benefit package includes uniforms, health insurance, paid vacation and sick leave. Competitive pay based on experience.

Clean CDL required. Applicant must pass physical, drug screen and back exam.

Apply in person at: Lathem Water Service Hwy 25 S, Ulysses, KS Or call 620-356-3422

IMPERIAL SECURITY

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8 Officers Needed Officers $9-$11 per hour Lead Officers $11-$13 per hour

POSITION AVAILABLE Elementary School Secretary, Bookkeeper, Child Nutrition and Wellness Federal Lunch Program Processor

No experience needed - we will train you!

Located in Hugoton

Job duties will include, but are not limited to, accounts payable, accounts receivable, monthly financial reports, managing free/reduced lunch applications, receptionist duties, data entry, submit quarterly Kansas State sales tax reports, help manage student information system.

Applicant must have good people skills, be knowledgeable in computer skills, must be able to multi-task and love children!

Call 866-840-2066 Ask for Carl

Now taking applications for SERVICE MANAGER Starting pay commensurate with experience SALARY PLUS COMMISSION Paid holidays, paid sick leave, medical insurance, retirement & uniforms SIGN-ON BONUS IF ASE CERTIFIED &/OR GM TRAINING HELP US EXPAND OUR GROWING SERVICE BUSINESS Will train right person with good attitude.

Contact Alvin Riley at RILEY CHEVROLET BUICK 1034 S. Main, Hugoton, Ks. 67951 620-544-4363 (2c43)

View these ads online at hugotonhermesnews.com/classifieds Call 544-4321 or email hermesma@pld.com to submit YOUR ad!

PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, October 24, 2013, 2013) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS CIVIL DEPARTMENT U.S. Bank National Association, as Indenture Trustee, successor in interest to Bank of America, National Association, as Indenture Trustee, successor by merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Indenture Trustee for AFC Trust Series 2000-2 Plaintiff, vs.

Nellie Garcia, et al.

Kansas, the undersigned Sheriff of Stevens County, Kansas, will offer for sale at public auction and sell to the highest bidder for cash in hand, at the Front Door of the Courthouse at Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, on November 14, 2013, at 10:00 AM, the following real estate: Lot Twelve (12), in Block Thirtyseven (37), in the City of Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, according to the duly filed and recorded Plat thereof, commonly known as 416 South Monroe Street, Hugoton, KS 67951 (the “Property”) to satisfy the judgment in the aboveentitled case. The sale is to be made without appraisement and subject to the redemption period as provided by law, and further subject to the approval of the Court. For more information, visit

Defendants.

Case No. 10CV18 Court Number: Pursuant to K.S.A. Chapter 60 Notice Of Sale Under and by virtue of an Order of Sale issued to me by the Clerk of the District Court of Stevens County,

PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, October 17, 2013) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JOYE ANTHONY, DECEASED CASE NO. 13 PR 17

NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR PROBATE OF WILL AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS (CHAPTER 59) THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified a petition has been filed on October 11, 2013, in this Court by Ronnie N. Crossley, as executor named in the will, praying for admission to probate of the Last Will and Testament, dated October 16, 2007, of Joye Anthony, which will is filed with the petition, and for his appointment as executor of said will

Pioneer Manor is seeking flexible individuals for the position of Household Coordinator. Duties include social services, day to day functioning of households, direct resident care, scheduling and staffing, and resident care planning. This job is for 8 hour shifts five days a week with some weekends and holidays. Requirements: CNA Licensure, Basic Life Support, Social Service Designee preferred but not required. Other requirements include a love of geriatrics, sense of humor and being a team player.

Stevens County Hospital’s Long Term Care Unit is searching for Full-time RNs, LPNs and CNAs to work Day/Night. We offer a great benefits package. Interested candidates must be verified with a Kansas license to be eligible for these positions.

Stevens County Healthcare is searching for a Dietary Cook to work at the Hospital. This position is PRN (as needed) with less than 20 hours per week; does include some weekends. Interested candidates must be willing to work flexible hours.

Stevens County Healthcare has a position open at Pioneer Manor in the Dietary Department for a Homemaker. Hours include day and evening, some weekends and holidays. Need to have an understanding of basic food preparation, food safety and sanitation important for this position. Homemaker will be working in a household preparing breakfast to order as the residents arrive in the dining room and also preparing salads, desserts, and breads for the lunch and supper meal.

Stevens County Healthcare is looking for a team-oriented Radiographic Technologist to work PRN shifts. All eligible candidates must have a current Kansas Licensee, be a registered ARRT, and be able to perform routine diagnostic X-Rays and CT exams without supervision.

Stevens County Healthcare is searching for Full-time, Part-time and PRN RNs or LPNs to work on the Med/Surg floor. These positions are for night shift (7 pm-7 am). All candidates must have a Kansas RN/LPN licensure to be eligible. We are also searching for PRN CNAs to work as needed. All candidates must have a Kansas CNA license to be eligible. We offer outstanding benefits, competitive wages, sign on bonus of $2000 with one year contract for FT RNs/LPNs; $1000 with one year contract for PT RNs/LPNs; and mileage reimbursement to RNs or LPNs that live 15 miles or more outside of Stevens County.

Please contact Human Resources 620-544-8511 with any questions.

Applications can be picked up at the Information Desk located by the Medical Clinic.

PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, October 24, 2013) 3t

Ted Heaton, Sheriff Stevens County, Kansas Prepared By: South & Associates, P.C. Kristen G. Stroehmann (KS # 10551) 6363 College Blvd., Suite 100 Overland Park, KS 66211 (913)663-7600 (913)663-7899 (Fax) Attorneys For Plaintiff (42153)

and estate, to serve without bond, and for the issuance of Letters Testamentary to him as executor.

You are hereby required to file your written defenses thereto on or before the 12th day of November, 2013, at 2:00 p.m. of said day, in the district courtroom at the county courthouse, in the City of Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition.

All creditors of the decedent are notified to exhibit their demands against the estate within four (4) months from the date of the first publication of this notice as provided by law, and if their demands are not thus exhibited, they shall be forever barred.

Ronnie N. Crossley, Petitioner KRAMER, NORDLING & NORDLING, LLC 209 East Sixth Hugoton, Kansas 67951 Attorneys for Petitioner Telephone: (620) 544-4333

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

Applications are available at Central Office, 205 E. Sixth or online at usd210.org. (tfc43) Now taking applications for OIL CHANGE TECHNICIAN Starting pay commensurate with experience.

SALARY PLUS COMMISSION Paid holidays, paid sick leave, medical insurance, retirement & uniforms.

HELP US EXPAND OUR GROWING SERVICE BUSINESS. Will train the right person with good attitude. _________________________

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IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS SHERRYL J. MORRIS PLAINTIFF v.

MILDRED MOSER, GERALDINE ROWDEN, and CHARLOTTE BREEDING DEFENDANTS Case No. 12CV31 NOTICE OF PARTITION SALE Notice is hereby given under and by virtue of an Order issued out of the District Court of Stevens County, Kansas, wherein, Sherryl J. Morris, as Plaintiff, and Mildred Moser, Geraldine Rowden and Charlotte Breeding, as Defendants, and to me directed and delivered, I will, on Tuesday, November 19, 2013, at 1:30 p.m., on the front steps of the Stevens County Courthouse in the City of Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, offer for sale and sell to the highest bidder at public auction for cash in hand the following described real estate situated in Stevens County, Kansas, to-wit: The surface and surface rights only, including all water rights in and to the Southeast Quarter (SE/4) of Section Thirty-three (33), Township Thirty-three (33) South, Range Thirty-eight (38) West of the 6th p.m., Stevens County, Kansas; EXCEPT and LESS a 3.50 acre tract, more particularly described as follows, towit: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said Section

Thirty-three (33); thence N 89°55’00”W, along the South line of said Section Thirty-three (33), a distance of 30.00 feet; thence N 00°02’36” E a distance of 30.00 feet to a 5/8” Iron Rod w/ cap set in the North Right of Way of a county road also being the Southeast corner of this tract or parcel; thence N 89°55’00”W, along the North Right of Way of said county road, a distance of 202.00 feet to a 5/8” Iron Rod w/ cap set for the Southwest corner of this tract or parcel; thence N 00°02’36” E a distance of 755.00 feet to a 5/8” Iron Rod w/ cap set for the Northwest corner of this tract or parcel; thence S 89°55’00” E a distance of 202.00 feet to a 5/8” Iron Rod w/ cap set in the West Right of Way of a county road also being the Northeast corner of this tract or parcel; thence S 00°02’36” W, along the West Right of Way of a county road, a distance of 755.00 feet to the point of beginning and containing 3.50 acres more or less.

Said real estate will be sold with no redemption rights, as provided by law.

Ted Heaton, Sheriff of Stevens County, Kansas Wayne R. Tate TATE & KIITZKE L.L.C. P. O. Box 909 Hugoton, KS 67951-0909 Attorneys for Plaintiff William J. Graybill GRAYBILL & WITCHER, L.L.P. P.O. Box 898 Elkhart, KS 67950 Attorneys for Defendants

The Hugoton Hermes

Thursday, October 24, 2013

FOR SALE FOR SALE: 20 retired laying hens and 2 tired roosters. $25. Call Ralph Stoddard 620-544-8080.

(2c43) -------------FOR SALE: Three China Cabinets, 6’ tall, 40-46” wide.

All like new. Three-piece Entertainment Center with 30” television set. Like new. Call 620-544-1710. (tfc35) ---------------

FOR SALE: 1993 1/2 ton Chevy pickup, excellent condition. $2500. 26’ Road Ranger Travel Trailer. Great shape, $2500. Call 620-4530780.

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

FIREWOOD FOR SALE

Oak, Piñon, Mesquite, Pecan & More Delivery & stacking available Call DJ @ 620-430-1273 Days 620-428-6127 Evenings (tfc)

104 Sid Avenue- Ranch, 4 bed/2 bath, new windows, nice wood floors, appliances, att garage, basement, cen H/A, fence. Call today to see this home!!

New Listing 1003 S. Adams Street -This home is richly adorned with up to date modern color schemes and top grade wood trim and solid wood doors throughout. The kitchen cabinets and full wall of pantry has more than enough room for the most exotic chef's needs. Solid surface counter tops make cleaning the kitchen and bathrooms a snap.

Enjoy that cup of coffee on the balcony/deck off the master bedroom on the upper level. The 45X24 morton garage contains a 24'X17.5' work shop which is insulated, heated & cooled and also has a sink.

210 West 11th St- Over 4,000 sq ft brick, 4 bedroom, 3 bath, full finished basement, fenced yard, 3 fireplaces, formal dining, includes kitchen appliances, circle drive, lots of storage. Call to see this beauty!!

GARAGE SALES YARD SALE: Thursday, October 24, 10 am-6 pm and Friday, October 25, 10 am-6 pm, 312 E. 5th, Some of Everything!

--------------GARAGE SALE: Friday, October 25, 9 am-1 pm, and Saturday, October 26, 8 am-12 Noon, 805 S. Adams, Clothes, Shoes, Kitchen Supplies, Air Conditioners, Sewing Machines, Coke Things, Tools and More!

--------------GARAGE SALE: Friday, October 25, 2-6 pm, and Saturday, October 26, 2-6 pm, 707 E. 5th Weather Permitting, Tools, Belt Buckles, Sleep Bags, 9’x12’ Screen House, Pellet Cooker, 2 George Foreman Grills, Waffle Maker, Bissell Carpet Cleaner, Cow Bell, Lots of Miscellaneous --------------GARAGE SALE: Friday, October 25, 4-8 pm and Saturday, October 26, 8 am-???, 404 Jayhawk Ct., Lots of Nice Boys’ Clothing, Household Items, Lots of Miscellaneous - You DON’T Want To Miss This Sale!

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NEW HALLOWEEN DECORATIONS SALE: Friday, October 25, 2-8 pm, 718 S. Adams --------------GARAGE SALE: Saturday, October 26, 8 am-12 Noon, 201 E. 14th, Christmas Decor, Household Items, Baby Stuff, Recliner, Clothes, Lots More!

--------------GARAGE SALE: Saturday, October 26, 8 am-???, 505 S. Wildcat Court, Sofa Bed Couch, Table Saw, Table Drill, Children’s Rocking Chair, Ride-On Jeep, Full-Sized Bed with Mattress and Box Springs, Clothing, Toys, Halloween Costumes.

--------------TWO FAMILY GARAGE SALE: Saturday, October 26, 8 am-???, 101 S. Lincoln --------------GARAGE SALE: Saturday, October 26, 8 am-6 pm and Sunday, October 27, 8 am-6 pm, ALSO Saturday, November 1, 8 am-6 pm and Sunday, November 2, 8 am-6 pm, 625 S. Main, Lots of Stuff ---------------

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307 N. Kansas, Suite 101 Liberal, KS 67901

(620) 624-1212 711 East 5th Avenue- Beautiful ranch style, 3 bed/2 bath, Open Floor plan, Oak cabinets, finished bsmt, att garage,cen H/A. 1155 Road 25, Rolla - Beautiful Brick, 4 Much more... Call for your showing. bed/3 bath, att garage, horse barn, equip shop, detach garage, feeding facility, all on 160 acres. Call today for your private showing!!

(First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, October 24, 2013) 1t PUBLIC NOTICE EXTENSION COUNCIL ELECTION STEVENS COUNTY EXTENSION COUNCIL TO: The Voters of Stevens County, State of Kansas, Election at Large.

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with K.S.A. 2-611, as amended, State of Kansas, that on the date and at the time and place mentioned below, the citizens of voting age of Stevens County shall meet for the purpose of eleting twelve members, three members for Agricultural Pursuits, three members for Family and

Consumer Sciences Work, three members for 4-H and Youth Work, and three members for Economic Development Initiatives, as Representatives to the Stevens County Extension Council.

Stevens County Monday, October 28, 2013 9:00 am to 7:00 pm Stevens County Extension Office 114 E. Fifth Street, Hugoton, Kansas

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

1029 S. Van Buren- New Lower Price!!! 2 bed/1 b. att garage, cen H?A, fpl, fence, shed. Call to see this home!!

RESOLUTION TO LEVY TAX FOR CAPITAL OUTLAY FUND #02-13/14 WHEREAS, the Board of Education of Unified School District No. 209, Moscow, Stevens, Grant & Seward County, State of Kansas, is authorized by K.S.A., 72-8801, to make an annual tax levy at a mill rate not exceeding the statutorily-prescribed mill rate for a period of time not exceeding five years upon the taxable tangible property in the district for the purpose specified in said law; and WHEREAS, the Board of Education of Unified School District No. 209, has determined to exercise the authority vested in it by said law; NOW, THEREFORE, RESOLUTION Be It Resolved that: The Board of Education of the above-named school district shall be authorized to make an annual tax levy for a period not to exceed 5 years in an amount not to exceed 8 mills upon the taxable tangible property in the school district for the purpose of acquisition, construction, reconstruction, repair, remodeling, additions too, furnishing and equipping of buildings necessary for school district purposes, including housing and boarding pupils enrolled in an area vocational school operated under the board, architectural expenses incidental thereto, the acquisition of

107 N Jackson St - vacant lot - Moorhead Addition

SOLD

1408 S Jefferson St - vacant lot - Kallenbach Fourth Addition 902 S. Harrison - Move in ready!!! 2 bed/1 b, beautiful kitchen, wood floors and carpet, deck, paved patio, fence, cen H/A!! Great starter home!! Call for appt!!

314 West 4th-Complete remodel w/updated kitchen, 2 bed/1 bath, central H/A, carport, fence...corner lot. A must see!!!

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SOLD 915 S. Jackson - 2 Bed/2 bath, partial bsmt, 45 x 24 Morton bldg, fence, cent H/A. Call for showing!!

building sites, the undertaking and maintenance of asbestos control projects, the acquisition of school buses and acquisition of other equipment and for the purpose of paying a portion of the principal and interest on bonds issued by cities under the authority of K.S.A. 12-1774, and amendments thereto, for the financing of redevelopment projects upon property located within the school district. The tax levy authorized by this Resolution may be made unless a petition in opposition to the same, signed by not less than 10% of the qualified electors of the school district, is filed with the county election officer of the home county of the school district within 40 days after the last publication of the Resolution. In the event a petition is filed, the county election officer shall submit the question of whether the tax levy shall be authorized to the electors in the school district at an election called for the purpose or at the next general election, as is specified by the Board of Education of the above school district.

CERTIFICATE THIS IS TO CERTIFY that the above Resolution was duty adopted by the Board of Education of Unified School District No. 209, Moscow, Stevens, Grant, & Seward County, Kansas, on the 7th day of October, 2013. /s/ Pam Hittle Pam Hittle Clerk, Board of Education

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Project Hope

7:00 ~ 8:00 p.m. Mondays Assembly of God, 138 S. Main

Open Tues & Thurs 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.

(park in back lot)

1030 S. Main

AL-Anon Family Group Men & Women of alcoholic family & friends meet at 1405 Cemetery Rd. Mon. & Thurs. 8 pm 544-2610 or 544-2854 kansas-al-anon.org (tfc)

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

Chance Yoder

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

Call 544-2232. (tfc) ---------------

for a showing

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201 6th Ave, Rolla 3 Bedrooms, 2-Car Garage, Large Shop, Travel Trailer Cement Pad for Hookups, Full Basement, Approximately 6 Acres.

Please call David Light at 544-9763.

David Light 620-544-9763 Fax: 620-356-5462 Office: 620-356-5808 faulkner@pld.com

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Sunflower Plaza

Call 544-7350 or 544-1936

Hugoton Hermes Classified Ads Deadline:

BUSINESS and PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY

1182 Road Q • Hugoton (tfc12)

CALL

Monday 5:00 p.m.

“Like” us on Facebook! facebook.com/thehugotonhermes or our Web site

620-629-5493

• Must be 62 or disabled to qualify • Rent based on adjusted income • All electric appliances • Coin-operated laundry facilities RE!!

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(620)428-6518

FOR SALE BY OWNER

Downstairs - 3 bedroom & 1 1/2 bath

Trailer House Hookups in Elkhart on Hwy 56 $150/month

1 Senior Apartment For information, Also Available call Plaza Office Call Selia Crawford at 544-2182 544-4011 (tfc6) If no answer, leave message

www.FaulknerRealEstate.com

(21tfc) 110 West 7th Two Unit Brick Apartment FOR SALE BY OWNER 1200 square feet upstairs and 1200 in downstairs unit.

Upstairs - 2 bedroom & bath

6 empty lots

Handicap Accessible Apartment

HOME FOR SALE

!! educed Price R 00 $129,0

FOR RENT

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Presented by OPEN HOUSE Friday, Oct. 25, 6-8 pm Eileen’s Real Estate 1410 S. Main Call 544-2933

REDUCED

3rd Tuesdays - 1:00 p.m.

3rd Thursdays - 5:15 p.m.

Chapel at Pioneer Manor

REWARD OFFERED

REAL ESTATE

Don’t miss this event!

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Pioneer Manor Family Support Group

FOR RENT

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

Chance Yoder- Cellphone 544-1907

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WANT TO PURCHASE: Minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557, Denver, Co. 80201.

(150p49-12) --------------WANT TO BUY: Young black Silver Martin doe at least 6 months (tfc42) old. Call 620-544-6915 or 620-544-4902 after 6:00 p.m.

--------------WANTED: 33 or 45 record albums with rock & roll from 1960s1980s or country. Trying to build up record collection after selling at Kiwanis auction last year. Call Pat Arange, 620-544-7523. 123 Jefferson St., Hugoton, Ks. 67951.

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531 S Main Street- Commercial Property - Porter Building - 5,886 sf, retail & office space, central H/A. Prime Location! Call to view this property.

“Call Us For All Your Real Estate Needs”

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LOST: Key ring with car key & remote opener. Reward. Call 620-544-6471.

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Dallas Bressler (owner)

Ben McClure, Chairman Executive Board

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS will help you if you sincerely want to stop drinking. Call 544-8633. (tfc1) ---------------

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

Feature Of The Week

Karen Yoder

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

WANTED

SOLD

1035 S Van Buren-Nice 2 bed/1 b, cen H/A, att garage, circle drive, sprinkler, fence, storage shed. A Must See!!

603 S. Jefferson St. - Call William Hockett at Landmark Real Estate Center at (620)624-1212.

New conditioned Home is move in ready. Only 2 doors from school!

PREGNANT? NEED HELP? Call Birthright of Garden City, 620-276-3605 or Birthline of Liberal, 1404 N. Western, 620-626-6763. (tfc3)

SOLD 905 S Jefferson- Ranch style, 4 bed/3 bath, 2 fpl, att garage, cen H/A, large lot.

SOLD

17957 Road B, - Liberal - Owner Financing is Available - Abandoned communication tower on 4.6 acres located 5 miles north of highway 51 on Marteney Road. Remove the tower and have a nice Residential home site right on a blacktop road.

SUPPORT GROUPS

An Encouragement Group

Consideration shall be given to the Extension Program for Stevens County.

PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, October 17, 2013) 2t

1111 S Jefferson- 3 bed/1 b, cen H/A, fence, carport, storage bldg. Call for details!!

SOLD

The family of Kenny Crawford would like to express our deepest gratitude to those that brought food, sent flowers, came by and visited, for cards, prayers and memorials in Kenny’s memory. Dr. McGroarty and the medical staff gave such good care. To Pheasant Heaven these past 16 months - you were TERRIFIC! Thank you Eric Mason and Heath Kelley for the comforting service and the ladies at the First Christian Church for the delicious meal.

Linda Stachia and family Jan & Dettra and family Chris & Laurie and family

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LAWN PRO Will Schnittker

620-544-1517 FDT ELECTRIC

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The Hugoton Hermes

Thursday, October 24, 2013

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The Hermes Bookworm The Farmer’s Daughter

By Gwen Stevens Hanson The author says there are plenty of books about the bad days of the Dust Bowl: she wanted people to know there were also those who survived the bad times with good humor, that amidst the dark days there was also laughter and close family and good times. “I’ve had a few disappointments in my life,” Gwen says. “One of the earliest was learning that Stevens County, Kansas was in fact not named after me. It was here long before any of my family. Another was learning they did not put my grandfather’s initials on the velvet curtain in the auditorium at the high school in Hugoton. The HHS stood for Hugoton High School, not Haven H. Stevens.”

Hanson writes with grace and good humor her story of growing up as a farmer’s daughter in the

Oklahoma Panhandle and then raising a family of her own. She says her story “is a tribute to the family farmer and his place in the American economy”. She touches briefly on the loss of her eyesight and the fading away of her mother to Alzheimer’s. Through it all is a tale of not just surviving but knowing a life was lived to the full.

Some of the names and places will be familiar to local readers. Catch a glimpse of a younger Hugoton and Stevens County.

At 116 pages, it is a short read and one wishes Hanson had enlarged a bit on tales of days gone by. It is like sitting on a shady country porch listening to the grownups talk of old times and having to leave before all the stories have been told.

The author has graciously donated a copy of her book to the Stevens County Library. Stop by and take a short journey into yesterday. The book is also available from the publisher, Tate Publishing, amazon.com and barnesandnoble.com.

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The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce is here for YOU! There are a lot of activities going on in our community through the end of the month. The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce wants to make sure everyone knows about these events and activities.

It’s time to get your tickets for the Grocery Grab! The lucky winner of the Grocery Grab will have five minutes to fill the top basket of a grocery cart at White’s Foodliner November 16 at 10:00 a.m.

Tickets are on sale NOW at the Chamber office, White’s Foodliner and from any Chamber Board member.

Proceeds from the Grocery Grab are used to sponsor Park Day, the fireworks display and other activities in the county. Don’t wait to buy your tickets. You don’t want to miss this event. Contact the Chamber office for complete details on this event.

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the population is eligible to give blood? Be one of the 38% and save a life!

Thursday, October 31, the Chamber of Commerce will again sponsor the Spook Parade from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Main Street. We will start and end the trick or treating at the Chamber of Commerce office on the corner of Seventh and Main. The children will be sent down both sides of Main. If you have a business on Main Street, be ready with treats to give to the little Hugoton tricksters. If your business or group is not on Main Street, feel free to bring your bucket of candy and we will find a spot where you can hand it out! Pioneer Manor also invites the children to trick or treat at the Manor from 6:00-7:00 p.m.

There will be a Farmers’ Market, weather permitting, Saturdays from now through the end of October from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the parking lot south of the China restaurant. Everyone is welcome to come buy or sell homegrown and homemade items.

The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce and Stevens County Economic Development Web site - www.stevenscountyks.com - is a great place to view a calendar of events with all of these activities which are happening in the county and to get more details on Chamber and Economic Development programs. Be sure to check it out. We also try to keep the community informed of upcoming events on our Facebook pages Get Hugoton! and Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce. Give us a “like” on Facebook.

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grant!! Since October 18 and continuing through October 26 HHS needs your daily safe driving commitments to win: one of ten $100,000 grants or one of 90 $25,000 grants.

“Celebrate My Drive” brings together our entire community to help recognize and encourage teens who know the positives of safe choices behind the wheel.

Go to www.celebratemydrive.com every day to make your commitment. It takes less than a minute to vote for our high school. The more commitments made on behalf of our school, the better the chances of winning! Ulysses won one of the $25,000 grants last year. This is something we can do if we all work together.

Friday, October 25 - Pink Out Day - Wear pink in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Saturday, October 26 - Monster Mash Fun Run/Walk sponsored by Stevens County Healthcare with proceeds going to Stevens County Animal Shelter and Relay for Life. Race starts and ends at Hugoton Elementary School.

Registration starts at 5:00 p.m.; Run starts at 6:00 p.m.

There is a small cost per person and costumes are required to participate. Then from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., the Relay for Life will have their Spooktacular Halloween Carnival in the Elementary School Gym. Costume contest begins at 7:00 p.m. for both children and adults.

Tuesday, October 29 - 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. there will be a Community Blood Drive at the First Christian Church, 600 South Van Buren, Hugoton. Did you know one pint of blood can save up to three lives? Or less than 38% of

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Madison is celebrating both 200 and 300 books in the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library. Way to go Madison!

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Colter has completed 300 books in the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library. Great job Colter! Keep up the good work!