October 30, 2014

Volume 127, Number 44

Thursday, October 30, 2014

20 Pages, 70 Cents Plus Tax Per Copy

State Bound Cross Country Teams

Hugoton High School girls’ cross country team wins second place at Regionals! Team members and coaches headed to State are, left to right Coach Nick Rodriguez, Jackie Garcia, Lynnelle

Bogan, Lauren Fox, Maria Martinez, Katie Weaver, Katy Heger, Sarah Johnson, Mariana Shuck and Coach Anna Wold.

Photo courtesy of Brandy Littell.

Hugoton High School boys’ cross country team wins second place at Regionals! Team members and coaches headed to State are left to right Coach Nick Rodriguez, Danny Tapia, Jaziel

Garcia, Reed Rome, Isaac Castro, Miguel Martinez, Zack Littell, Chance Ghumm and Coach Anna Wold. Photo courtesy of Brandy Littell.

Halloween is shaping up to be S P O O K Y Don’t forget to vote November 4 Friday, October 31, many local organizations are pulling out all the stops for a truly “spoooky” evening!

Parents, you are invited to escort your costumed kiddos down Main Street Friday afternoon beginning at 4:30 p.m. for the Spook Parade, sponsored by the Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce.

The route will start at the Chamber Office, at the corner of Seventh and Main.

Ghosts, goblins, witches, princesses and ninja turtles will receive plenty of candy to get trick or treating started off right!

Moscow Recreation Commission will host a fun Halloween Carnival in the City Park, starting at 5:00 p.m. There will be games and candy for all ages!

Then you can head to the Stevens County Library for some scary good books - and maybe a treat - at 500 S. Monroe.

From there, proceed to Pioneer Manor, 1711 S. Main, to trek down the Manor’s indoor “Main Street” for even more goodies.

There will be two “Trunk or Treat” events this year - one at Assembly of God’s Turnaround parking lot, at Second and Main, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. and one at the United Methodist Church, 828 S. Main, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Bethel Friends Church will host a Harvest Festival in their Education Building, at Eleventh and Jefferson, Friday evening from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Over the weekend, Lambda Psi will host their annual Pumpkin Patch Benefit Arts and Crafts show at the Texas County Activity Center in Guymon, Ok. Saturday, November 1 from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday, November 2 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. You are also invited to Baker Arts Center, at 624 N. Pershing in Liberal, for their 2014 French Market Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Tickets are available now at the Center. Call 620-6242810 for more information.

This next Tuesday, November 4 will be the General Election. Contested offices - those with two or more candidates - on the ballot will include U.S. Representative, U.S. Senator, Kansas Governor and Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, Attorney General, State Treasurer and Commissioner of Insurance.

Uncontested races include State Representative, State Board of Education, District Court Judge District 26 Divisions 1 and 3, Stevens County Commissioner District 1, Moscow Township Clerk, Supreme Court Justices Positions 4 and 6, Court of Appeals Judge Positions 1, 4, 5, 7, 10, 11, 12 and 13. A proposed constitutional amendment will also be included, regarding the licensing, conduct and regulation of charitable

“raffles” by nonprofit religion, charitable, fraternal, educational and Veterans organizations.

You are encouraged to research each candidate and the proposed amendment carefully before casting your vote. Be an informed voter! You can get started with the Hermes candidate profiles on

Page 8 of this week’s issue and with “Project Vote Smart” at votesmart.org.

Hugoton residents will vote at the Memorial Hall, 200 E. Sixth in Hugoton.

Moscow residents will vote at the United Methodist Hall, 300 Ransom in Moscow. Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Newspapers targeted by scam Yet another scam is hitting the area, and this one strikes particularly close to home for The Hermes, as newspaper subscribers are receiving false renewal notices for various publications. Affected newspapers include The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Dallas Morning News, Denver Post, and others.

The notices certainly look legitimate, originating from genuine-sounding third party companies like

Publisher’s Billing Exchange, Reader’s Payment Service, Associated Publisher’s Network, or any number of other “official” business names. Unfortunately, the amount readers are requested to pay for renewal doesn’t equate with the actual price of renewing a subscription.

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HHS will honor top ten percent seniors

Moscow High School volleyball girls are the Santa Fe Trail League Champions! This was also Pink Out and the MHS team dedicated their games to Diana Morisse, breast cancer survivor and grandmother of Madilyn Fleming.

Seated in front is Diana Morisse. In the front row are Ashli Huss, Caitlyn McIntire, Paloma Moran, Madilyn Fleming, Maria Cecenas and Kelsi Mueller; second row leaning into the mid-

dle are Maggie White, Rachel Pierson and Kaitlyn Dobie; third row are Assistant Coach Marcie Knoll, Grayson Christensen, Miranda Christensen, Adriana Salcedo, Cristina Cantu, Talley White and Alexis Fisher; and back row are Monica Gonzalez, Brittney Stuckey, Manager Alex Moran, Briannah Davidson, Morgan Robson, Coach Pam Hittle and Madison Owens. Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll.

Businesses plan Holiday Open House weekend

Where in the World is The Hermes?! Why, it’s in scenic Santa Fe, N.M., accompanying Dana Swan and Jan Black on their recent “artistic retreat”. Thanks girls!!!

Believe it or not, the holidays are right around the corner! Get some of your Christmas shopping done without all the crowds by hitting up Hugoton’s Holiday Open Houses next weekend November 7-9. So far, two businesses have signed up: Country Garden for Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and Yardmaster for Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

If you would like to participate, please call the Hermes at 620-5444321 or Yardmaster at 620-544-8030.

Seven Hugoton High School seniors will be honored for their outstanding academic achievement as part of the Kansas Honors Program, an annual dinner and awards program which has been sponsored by the University of Kansas Alumni Association since 1971. Each honoree is invited to attend with their parents and will receive a personalized Webster’s New College Dictionary and a keepsake certificate to commemorate their achievement. This year’s event will be at Seward County Community College Wednesday, November 5, 2014. Attending from Hugoton High School are: Kristan Crawford, Taylor Fiss, Lauren Fox, Amanda Mills, Ana Peña, Katie Weaver and Sadie

Wood.

Also included in the Class of 2015 scholars are Kaitlyn Dobie from Moscow; Chandler Huddleston and Katie Murray from Rolla; Israel Barco and Keyah Richardson of Elkhart; and Preston Bashford from Richfield.

A total of 66 seniors from high schools in Grant, Haskell, Morton, Seward, Stanton and Stevens counties will be recognized for their academic achievements and named Kansas Honor Scholars at a 7:00 p.m. dinner and program at the Seward County Community College Student Union at 1801 N. Kansas in Liberal.

Since 1971, the Kansas Honors Program has recognized over 125,000 scholars who rank in the

Lauren Fox, Kristan Crawford, Ana Peña, Taylor Fiss, Sadie Wood, Katie Weaver and Amanda Mills are honored as the top ten per-

top ten percent of their high school senior classes and are selected regardless of occupational plans or higher-education goals.

Each year, the KU Alumni Association and its volunteers host 36 programs that reach all 105 counties across the state and include approximately 360 high schools.

Howard Graham, associate director for academic programs in the Office of First-Year Experience at KU, will speak to the students and their parents and guests.

Honored students will be guests of the alumni association and KU Endowment; parents and area alumni are welcome to attend at a cost.

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cent of the Hugoton High School Class of 2015.

Each girl is invited to attend the Kansas Honors Program at SCCC/ATS November 5.

The Hugoton Hermes

Thursday, October 30, 2014

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Obituaries

Eunice Schroeder warns of local book scam Dear Editor, We discovered yesterday that businesses in our community had been asked to sponsor a distribution of books to local children, and that the library was the distribution center. Upon further investigation, we found that our name had been added to the program without our knowledge or consent. This issue has been resolved, with those that

Eunice M. Schroeder Stevens County Library Director helped fund the distribution will be reimbursed. We apologize for the confusion and inconvenience this may have caused. Please be sure that when the library requests funding for projects or pro-

grams, we will make contact through library channels, not send a sales person.

And, of course, you are always welcome to contact us with your questions or concerns.

Eunice M. Schroeder Stevens County Library Director 500 Monroe, Hugoton KS 67951-2639 620-544-2301

Huelskamp talks about ObamaCare vs Medicare Dear Editor, In the last few months, there has been a lot of political rhetoric about Medicare and ObamaCare. I think it is time for some facts.

According to the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office, ObamaCare cuts $716 billion in payments for Medicare. According to the American Hospital Association, hospitals are already underpaid for Medicare patients--at the rate of 86 cents on the dollar compared to the actual cost of care. And those payments will shrink under ObamaCare.

So cuts to Medicare providers do two things. First,

Congressman Tim Huelskamp the cuts limit the health care services our seniors will ultimately receive. This is particularly true as fewer primary care physicians are willing to take new Medicare patients because of the shrinking reimbursement rates. Second, the cuts put a greater financial hardship on the rural hospitals that our seniors and entire communities count on.

These drastic Medicare cuts were not a Republican idea.

They were proposed and passed by President Obama,

Harry Reid and Nancy Pelosi in order to subsidize health care payments for younger, healthier Americans. Yet, in spite of the subsidies created by the ObamaCare Medicare cuts, health care premiums and deductibles continue to rise and many Kansans are being forced out of insurance plans they like.

It is time to repeal ObamaCare so that our seniors and hospitals no longer have to shoulder the burden for this failed policy.

Congressman Tim Huelskamp

Vernon Anderson explains property covenants Dear Editor, I have had an inquiry about property covenants within Stevens County and in particular around Moscow, Kansas and the Brollier addition. Covenants and covenant restrictions are an imposed set of property “purchase agreements” between the seller of the property and the buyer. The property is normally a set “Block of Land” within a city or county area the seller and elected officials deem sensitive to the community and the people living within that area. It is a signed and binding agreement that; the buyer of the property will abide by and continue, in agreement, to a set of rules the seller has imposed upon the property.

Most covenant rules pertain to land use and building restrictions attached to the seller’s contract. Basically these rules or restrictions are maintained by the buy-

Vernon Anderson Stevens County Zoning Administrator ers of the property and generally the County or City has no legal jurisdiction in enforcing covenant restrictions. There may be times when Zoning Regulations and or City Ordinances overlap. In these cases, zoning ordinance enforcements can be imposed through local zoning or building officials.

If a complaint is noted or if a buyer does not comply with the land use or building restrictions, the owner of an adjacent property must contact an official with the city or county and determine the zoning regulations within that location. If it is found that no zoning violation is committed, then the only recourse for covenant violation or complaints is through private legal means and the court systems. Generally,

this must be initiated by the property owners within that covenant regulated block of property.

As a county zoning official, please be aware and comply with your property’s Protective Covenants and Restrictions. I would advise you to read your contract and know what they are.

They help protect the environment and sanitary conditions of your property and your neighbor’s property.

Covenants insure the proper development of property, protect against improper livestock use, preserve sites and guard against unsightly junk and structures.

Remember, if you are a property owner and rent the property, your renters must also comply. If you signed a binding contract and agreed with covenant restrictions, please abide by them.

Vernon Anderson Stevens County Zoning Administrator

Frank Chenoweth wants voters to be informed Dear Editor, As election time nears, it appears there are two main issues emerging in the Governor’s race, the Kansas economy and the funding of schools. It is very difficult to explain these complex issues either in a 30 second ad or in a short letter such as this.

I have served as the Chairman of the House taxation committee for the past six years and I am retiring this year so getting re-elected is not on my agenda.

What is on my agenda and always has been is trying to position our great state for job growth so that all our families can have the dignity of being able to provide economic security and stability in their lives. A good job with the opportunity to advance and grow is what we strive for, not more government welfare for families who cannot find jobs. The lowering of income taxes for all Kansans leaves more money for you to spend as you see fit, not a socialized government sharing your wealth. The Kansas medium income is $65,430, not exactly a tax cut for the rich.

During the decade of Governor Sebelius and Parkinson, there was 0 job growth in the private sector, in the first three years of Governor Brownback there are more than 55,000 new jobs and more Kansans are now working than in the history of Kansas.

Government welfare is now onehalf of what it was, because people have jobs. A low 4.9% unemployment rate doesn’t

Rep. Richard Carlson have much of an emotional impact, but knowing you and your neighbors have jobs does have an impact.

There have been ads stating Governor Brownback’s plan isn’t working after 8 months of tax filings. Where were these critics when Kansas was not growing for 10 years? Our economic growth for the last 8 months has exceeded Nebraska, Missouri and Oklahoma for the same time span.

Where were the critics when Kansas was not growing as fast as those states for the past 10 years? New business formations are at an all time highmore jobs. We were so far behind our neighboring states it will take awhile to catch up!

Just keep in mind, those who say the economic plan isn’t working are the same ones who want higher taxes, more government control of your life and they are the same ones who lobbied me for 10 years in the legislature to constantly vote for spending more of your money.

Our state revenues are less than 1.7% short of projections made by the states Consensus Estimating Group, due mainly to the Federal governments change in tax policy at the end of 2012. Typically over the years the Consensus Estimating Group estimates are within a plus or minus 2% of actual revenues and we are well within those historical numbers. In the

first three months of fiscal 2015 year, the state has collected 1.3 billion, just 23 million short of estimates.

School funding-the lobbyist for the Kansas Assoc. of School boards has stated, Governor Brownback has invested more money in K thru 12 every year he has been Governor. Of course our schools need to be funded, but they need to be efficient also in the spending of that money. We are now spending (including federal) over $13,000 per student. The only actual cut in state spending I am aware of was made by Governor Parkinson during the first part of the recession. I believe Governor Brownback has increased school funding about $274,000,000.00 Never a cut.

We did lose the temporary federal funding that the critics are stating, but it wasn’t Governor Brownback.

Kansas is known for its strong, independent people who believe less government is best, individual freedoms are important and our 2nd Amendment rights are paramount. There is only one team in the Governor’s race who believe in and will protect those values.

I will be voting for Governor Brownback and Jeff Colyer, the team who works for what is important to us, the people of Kansas.

Sincerely, Rep. Richard Carlson Chairman, House Taxation Committee, 61st Dist.

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Winnifred Irene Nix Longtime Hugoton resident Winnifred Irene Nix passed from this life Thursday, October 23, 2014 at the age of 97.

Irene was born January 9, 1917 on a farm in Cowley County, the only child of Oliver and Vergie Hammel.

She attended country schools through the eighth grade and high school in Winfield.

In 1933, Irene was united in marriage to Vernon Vincent. To this union were born two children Robert Vincent and Sharon Aldrich.

Irene married Costin Nix

in 1951, and gained a stepson, Richard Nix. She was preceded in death by Costin in 1998; daughter Sharon Aldrich; and her grandsons, Todd Vincent and Michael Vincent.

Those surviving are her two children; seven grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; three great great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and a host of friends.

Graveside services were

Reader upset by vandals’ actions Dear Editor, called Frank Chenoweth Rmove I came epublihome last cans for the night to discover that the Democrats???? You mean Borwnback yard sign had to tell me you’re going to been stolen from my yard trash all your standards and then got on the com- and morals and vote the puter and found I had a other side because you message from a friend and haven’t researched the canher Brownback sign had didates and are choosing to been stolen also. I hate dirty believe the lies and propapolitics and we have some ganda that the TV ads are awful tactics going on in spewing? I have a few ReStevens County this time. publican candidate signs Everyone I have talked to left if you want some to put about putting out signs this up! We need Godly leaders year are afraid to do so and that are pro-life and have the part I don’t get is morals that will help us Stevens County has been keep our conservative life predominantly Republican styles we have come to love for as long as I’ve lived here. in this state!!!

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attended Saturday morning, October 25, 2014 at the Hugoton Cemetery with Pastor Larry Bradford and Rev. Kenneth Hathaway presiding. Paul’s Funeral Home of Hugoton was in charge of arrangements.

A memorial has been established for the Salvation Army or donor’s choice. Memorials may be mailed to Paul’s Funeral Home, PO Box 236, Hugoton, Ks 67951.

James Gerrond James Russell Gerrond passed from this life Sunday, October 26, 2014 at his home in Hugoton.

Services for Mr. Gerrond will be at the First Christian Church in Hugoton 10:00 a.m. Friday, October 31, 2014.

Visitation will be from 12:00 noon Wednesday, October 29 until 8:00 p.m. and Thursday, October 30 from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.

Paul’s Funeral Home of Hugoton is in charge of the arrangements.

A full obituary will follow next week in The Hermes.

Superintendent sends out invitation for meeting Dear Editor, I would like to invite you to join me and other community members for a meeting at the Central Office Tuesday, November 4 at 6:00 p.m. You were chosen by the USD 210 leadership to consider the task of analyzing our current educational facilities in Hugoton. This meeting is the reconvening of a Facilities Visioning Committee. The USD 210 Board of Education is interested in this committee making recommendations on the long and short-term facility needs for Hugoton Schools.

The evening of Tuesday,

Mark K. Crawford Superintendent of Schools November 4 will include information and cost estimates on a new HHS track, Central Office relocation possibilities, and HVAC upgrades at both HES and HHS. We will also take a look at past and present budgets; mill levies and begin to inventory community thoughts on our district’s facilities. I envision this committee meeting once or twice with the ultimate goal for this Facilities Visioning Committee to come to a consensus on a short and

long-term facility plan.

The committee’s recommendations will then be presented to the USD 210 Board of Education I hope you will be able to attend November 4. Please call or email the central office if you have any questions. My email address is mark.crawford@usd210 .org and the phone number is 544-4397.

Sincerely, Mark K. Crawford Superintendent of Schools mark.crawford@usd210.org

Sen. Morris wants his views known Letter to the Editor: As a lifelong Republican, it pains me to watch what Sam Brownback is doing to our beloved state. During the past three and a half years, I have witnessed the decline of civil discourse in Kansas, and Sam Brownback has led this unfortunate shift, bringing Washington DC-style politics to the heartland. He and his allies have put politics before people over and over again, damaging our schools, our economy and the future of Kansas. It is time to say enough is enough.

It is clear that Gov. Brownback has very little regard for the truth. There are numerous examples of his misleading and manipulative statements.

Sam Brownback continues to tout that his administration turned an $876 balance into a large surplus – all the while that has been disproved by independent experts and the news media.

In fact, when Sam Brown-

Sen. Steve Morris states his view back took office there was $238 million in the bank, but the ending balance for this fiscal year is projected to be about $20 million. And independent researchers say that Kansas will be in debt over $1 billion in just a few short years.

Not only is Sam Brownback running our state into bankruptcy, he is damaging our state’s ability to attract new investments. In just over a year, two independent credit agencies have downgraded Kansas’ credit rating three times. They cited the Brownback experiment, the projected deficit, and “Kansas’ sluggish economic recovery.” Even during the Great Recession, Kansas maintained its top credit rating. It is clear the Governor’s fiscally irresponsible policies are not working.

With his dismal record, Sam Brownback is now

working overtime to distract and mislead Kansans. He is trying to rewrite his own record, while attempting to make Kansans believe his opponent, Paul Davis, is someone he is not. I am supporting Paul Davis because I’ve worked with him and I know his character. He is a moderate, commonsense Kansan who will bring people together to solve the challenges we face. He has been endorsed by over 100 Republican leaders – and more are lending their support each day.

We deserve a governor who takes responsibility for his policies and is honest to the people of Kansas. That is not Sam Brownback. He is focused on his own political agenda, not the best interests of Kansas families.

We need to get our state back on the right track, and that means electing a new governor. Join me in supporting Paul Davis for Governor on November 4.

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

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.

MY HOPE SUPPORT GROUP for adults grieving the death

Top students Continued from page 1 dinate details and serve as local contacts for the event.

Al and Donna Shank of Liberal are the site coordinators.

Nathan McCaffey, of Liberal, is coordinator for Morton and Seward counties. Kevin and Catherine Moyer, of Ulysses, are coordinators for Grant and Stanton counties. Jackie and Sterling Hall, of Sublette, are the Haskell County coordinators. Erick and Debbie Nordling, of Hugoton, are the Stevens County coordinators.

The Kansas Honors Program is made possible by KU Endowment and proceeds from the Jayhawk license plate program.

of a loved one meets the second Tuesday of each month from noon to 1:00 p.m. in Classroom 3 at St. Catherine Hospital at 401 E. Spruce in Garden City. Call 620-2722519 for more information.

BREAST FRIENDS CANCER SUPPORT GROUP for breast cancer patients meets the second Wednesday of each month from 6:00–7:00 p.m. at the Legacy House, at 309 E. Walnut in Garden City.

For more information call 620-272-2360.

Every first & fourth Tuesday - Stevens County Heath Department is at the Senior Center every first and fourth Tuesday of the month from 11:00 a.m. to Noon to do free blood pressure checks.

Wednesday nights - Inside Out Kids at the Hugoton Assembly of God, 138 S. Main, beginning with dinner at 6:45 p.m. Program will be from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Rides are available by calling Pastor Ben Coats at 620428-1487 before 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday evenings.

Every Saturday - Farmers Market in front of the Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce office at 630 S. Main every Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome to buy or sell home grown or homemade items.

Until December 6 - Project Hope Ten Can Challenge - grab one extra item during your weekly grocery shopping trip and set it aside to donate to Project Hope during the first week of December. They gratefully accept any and all donations.

October 1-31 - Textile exhibit at the Stevens County Library.

NOW - Stevens County Health Department has seasonal flu shots, flu mist and high dose flu shots available at 505 S. Polk. Please bring your insurance information with you.

October 30-31 - No school for Heritage Christian Academy students due to Parent/ Teacher Conferences.

- No school for USD 210 Hugoton students. Parent / Teacher Conferences will take place from 8:00 a.m to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, October 30.

October 31 - Happy Halloween!

- Assembly of God will host Trunk or Treat in their parking lot at Second and Main.

- Hugoton United Methodist Church will have Trunk or Treat in their parking lot from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

- Bethel Friends Church will host a Harvest Festival from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Ed-

HUGOTON POLICE REPORT Business Hours, Call 544-4959 After Hours, Call 544-2020 Monday, October 20, 2014 • Criminal Damage to Property, 400 Block of South Adams, Investigated, Officer Lamatsch Tuesday, October 21, 2014 • Vehicle Unlock, 700 Block of South Monroe, Citizen Assist, Chief Leslie • Vehicle Unlock, 100 Block of South Jefferson, Citizen Assist, Sergeant Johnson • Criminal Damage, 800 Block of South Washington, Took Report, Sergeant Johnson Thursday, October 23, 2014 • Vehicle Unlock, 600 Block of East Eleventh, Took Report, Chief Leslie • Dog at Large, 700 Block of South Jefferson, Chief Leslie • Non Injury Accident, 200 Block of West Eleventh, Took Report, Chief Leslie Friday, October 24, 2014 • Welfare Check, 100 Block of South Jefferson, Everything Okay, Chief Leslie • Fire Alarm, 1200 Block of South Jefferson, Everything Okay, Chief Leslie • Vehicle Unlock, 300 Block of South Jackson, Citizen Assist, Chief Leslie • Dog at Large, 300 Block of South Adams, Dog Impounded, Chief Leslie • Medical Assist, 800 Block of South Harrison, Public Service, Chief

Leslie Saturday, October 25, 2014 • Dog at Large, 500 Block of South Monroe, Dog Impounded, Chief Leslie • Released Dog, 1600 Block of South Washington, Public Service, Chief Leslie • Vandalism, 1000 Block of South Polk, Took Report, Chief Leslie • Barking Dog, 400 Block of South Van Buren, Spoke to Owner, Chief Leslie

• Vehicle Unlock, 100 Block of South Main, Citizen Assist, Officer Hagman • Dog at Large, 500 Block of West Eighth, Dog Impounded, Officer Hagman Sunday, October 26, 2014 • Violation PFS/ Criminal Trespass/ Criminal Damage, Subject Arrested, Chief Leslie • Barking Dog, 500 Block of West Eighth, Officer Hagman

Stevens County Fire Department and Ambulance Report Stevens County Emergency Services run activity October 20 through October 26.

Fire Department Hugoton Station Wednesday, October 22, 11:43 p.m. dispatched to Highway 25 between Road G and Road H for a motor vehicle accident.

Fire Department Moscow Station No activity this period.

Ambulance Activity Two medical runs, one transfer, one motor vehicle accident and three football standbys.

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ucation Building at Eleventh and Jefferson. There will be games, hot dogs and popcorn for all ages!

- Deadline to turn in information for Veterans Day ad at The Hermes. Call 620544-4321 to get yours in.

November 1-2 - Pumpkin Patch Benefit Arts & Crafts Festival at the Texas County Activity Center in Guymon, Ok. Showtimes are 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Saturday and 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday. The event will be hosted by the Lambda Psi Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi. - Baker Arts Center will host “Elegant Wrappings” French Market 2014 Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Center, 624 N. Pershing in Liberal. Tickets are available now at the Center. Call 620-624-2810 for more information.

November 2 - Daylight Savings Time ends! Set your clocks back one hour.

November 3 - The Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Room at the Stevens County Courthouse.

- Stevens County Hospital/ Pioneer Manor Board will meet at 5:30 p.m.

November 4 - General Election Day. Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Hugoton residents will vote at the Stevens County Courthouse, 200 E. Sixth in Hugoton, and Moscow residents will vote at the United Methodist Church, 300 Ransom in Moscow.

- Heritage Christian Academy Board will meet at 7:00

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Fortunately, small weekly newspapers like The Hermes haven’t been targeted. However, if you are unsure about your subscription, please give us a call at 620-544-4321 or come and see us at 522 S. Main. We will be more than happy to help you!

Further information about the scam from the Better Business Bureau can be found online at bbb.org.

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- The Hugoton Airport Board will meet at 7:00 a.m. at the Airport Lounge.

November 6 - Sons of Thunder Southwest Kansas chapter will meet from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the Grant County Civic Center, 1000 W. Patterson Avenue in Ulysses. Rafael Franco from Lakin will speak. Guests are asked to bring a non-perishable food item. Call Monty at 620-3539507 or Cary at 620-3539601 or visit www.sonsofthunderswks.co m for more information.

November 7 - No school for USD 209 Moscow students.

November 7-8 - Holiday Open Houses for Hugoton businesses.

November 10 - Stevens County Library Board will meet at 5:30 p.m.

November 11 - Veterans Day - Hugoton Elementary School will host a Veterans Day Assembly in the Commons Area starting at 8:00 a.m.

- Hugoton Sports Boosters will meet at 7:00 p.m. in the high school cafeteria.

November 12 - Stevens County Economic Development Board will meet at the Senior Center at 12:00 noon.

- The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce Board will meet in the Senior Center’s Activity Room at 12:00 noon.

November 13 - Rolla High School Show Choir Tour.

- Stevens County Genealogical Society will meet at 1:00 p.m. in the Stevens County Library’s computer lab.

- Hugoton Elementary School Choir Concert at 2:45 p.m.

November 13-15 - Hugoton High School musical in the HHS auditorium, starting at 7:00 p.m. each night.

November 14-15 - Hugoton High School will present “Thoroughly Modern Millie” at 7:00 p.m. in the HHS auditorium.

November 17-21 - American Education Week November 17 - The Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Room at the Stevens County Courthouse.

- USD 210 Board of Education will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the HMS library.

- Rolla High School Fall Sports Banquet honoring cross country, football and volleyball athletes, starting at 6:30 p.m.

- Parent/Coach meetings for Rolla High School athletes, starting at 7:30 p.m.

November 18 - The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce will host their monthly luncheon at 12:00 noon.

November 19 - Heritage Christian Academy will host their Thanksgiving Family Hot Lunch.

Tommy Drewel, Veterans Service Representative of the Kansas Commission on Veterans Affairs, Fort Dodge, will be in Hugoton at the Stevens County Library Thursday, November 13 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. The Kansas Commission of Veterans’ Affairs assists Veterans, their dependents and relatives with information, advice and assistance in filing claims for Veteran benefits. He will be able to furnish information in the fields of education, health, burial and memorials, VA pensions and many other programs furnished by the Veterans Administration.

from the Office of Kansas Insurance Commissioner Sandy Praeger During the ongoing openenrollment 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 Medicare-age Kansans about switching to a Medicare Advantage or 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, 2014.

To protect your family members or yourself from scam artists intent on taking advantage of the situation, Commissioner Praeger offers the following 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 representa-

tives. 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 is 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.

Federal regulations prohibit offers of free meals for listening to a sales presentation for a Medicare product or for signing up for a particular plan.

• Do not give out personal information, such as 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 they 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 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 800MEDICARE (800-633-4227).

• 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 today, 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 also contact the Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas (SHICK) for information about Medicare issues.

The state help line is 1-800860-5260.

Submitted by the Office of Kansas Insurance Commissioner Sandy Praeger.

will again list the names of the Veterans from Stevens County November 6, 2014.

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 6 issue.

Complete this form and bring/send to:

With Love & Respect

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Served in Germany

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A $30.00 size is also available.

All ads must be received by Noon Friday, October 31 and must be prepaid.

Photos may be picked up at our office or enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope for photo to be returned.

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Thursday, October 30, 2014

THANKS FOR READING OUR NEWSPAPER

Hugoton First Christian Church MS/HS Youth fundraiser CHILI & Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

Freewill Donation Saturday, November 8th 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

First Christian Church Gym 600 South Van Buren Hugoton

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Scholarships now available for new transfer students Students transferring to Wichita State University during the spring 2015 semester have a new scholarship option. Renewable merit scholarships of $500 or $1,000 will be available to new transfer students.

“In the past, these scholarships were only available to students in the fall,” said community college coordinator Neal Hoelting. “But we understand that not every transfer student follows the same schedule. When they are ready to transfer, we want to have a scholarship available for them.”

To be eligible, students must be direct transfers from another college or university and have completed at least 12 credit hours and have fewer than 70 transfer credit hours. Transfer students must be fully admitted to the university by December 1 to be considered for spring scholarships.

Scholarship amounts are based on a student’s transfer GPA. Students with a minimum 3.25 GPA will be awarded $500 for the spring 2015 semester and a total of $1,000 during the 2016 academic year. Those with at least a 3.5 GPA will be awarded $1,000 for spring 2015 and $2,000 for the 2016 academic year. A 3.25 GPA must be maintained at WSU to renew the scholarships.

Initial scholarship awards will be offered in mid-November with a second round of scholarships to be awarded

You are invited to come worship with family and friends at Pioneer Manor

in December.

“Wichita State consistently gets more transfers than other state universities, and programs like this are part of the draw,” Hoelting said. “We support our transfer students, and scholarships are just one way we show them our commitment to their potential at WSU.” For more information, visit www.wichita.edu/scholar ships or call the Office of Admissions at 316-978-3085.

Local artist Jan Black and companion Dana Swan visit with an artist who was participating in the Santa Fe, N.M. “Paint Out”.

Dana reported the turnout - and the artists’ work - was spectacular.

Smoking Cessation is offered by St. Catherine Hospital Smoking Cessation is a free, eight-part health program at St. Catherine Hospital at 401 E. Spruce Street in Garden City starting Wednesday, November 5 at 12:00 p.m.

The program is designed to help those who would like to stop smoking and will be presented by licensed, clinical psychologist, Susan Krigel, Ph.D. The presentation is

one of several health and wellness presentations offered by St. Catherine Hospital through its membership with the Midwest Cancer Alliance (MCA), the outreach arm of The University of Kansas Cancer Center. Krigel is a member of the MCA staff.

The Smoking Cessation program utilizes materials from the Mayo Clinic Nicotine Dependence Center and will

Santa Fe, N.M. boasts a beautiful cathedral in “Old Town”. This particular incarnation of the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi began construction in 1869 and continued until 1887.

The original church was erected the same year Santa Fe was founded: in 1610.

David & Brandy Robson

314 S. Van Buren 544-4122

October 26 First Christian Church

Pyramid Agency, Inc. 521 S. Main - Hugoton

November 2 Assembly of God

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

AGAPE CHURCH OF HUGOTON 409 East Ninth, Hugoton 453-2244 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.

Life Groups Sunday Nights - 6:00 p.m.

Inside Out Kids Wed. - 6:30 p.m.

Student Ministry @ The Turnaround Wed. 7:00 p.m.

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

Morning Service - 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Evening Ministries - 6:30 p.m.

(Children, Youth, & Adult)

CHURCH OF CHRIST 1045 S. Van Buren Church: 544-2825 Home: 453-0965 Lee Rottman 1041 S. Van Buren Wednesday - 7:00 p.m.

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Evening Service - 6:00 p.m.

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

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Priesthood - 11:00 a.m.

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

Morning Worship - 10:45 a.m.

Evening Services - 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.

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

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

Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

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

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

Youth - 6:00 p.m.

Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.

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 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 Don Quattlebum, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Church - 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday - 7:00 p.m.

Pre-Service Prayer - half hour before service

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

Contemporary Worship Celebration - 10:45 a.m.

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

Sunday Evening Fellowship - 6:00 p.m.

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

Prayer Meeting Wednesday - 8:00 p.m.

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

MY FATHER’S HOUSE

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH 516 N.E. Avenue 544-2355 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service - 10:45 a.m.

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

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

Thursday Prayer Service - 12:00-1:00 p.m.

Sunday School - 9:45 a.m.

Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

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

Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.

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

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

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

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.

PRIMERO BAUTISTA IGLESIA

ROLLA PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH

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

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.

SOVEREIGN REDEEMER CHURCH

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ROLLA - RICHFIELD

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

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.

Dana Swan and Jan Black enjoy watching the talented artists as they perfect their detailed work, in public, during Santa Fe’s Paint Out event.

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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 Phoebe Brummett, Rolla Correspondent Ads email: hermes10@pld.com Obituaries email: hermesro@pld.com

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

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

Opinion Page Our opinion page is open to the public.

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.

Codye Walb receives Barton Community College scholarship The Barton Community College Foundation presents scholarships each year from funds received through its fundraising events, endowments and annual scholarship gifts. For the 2014-15 academic year, the Foundation has selected Codye Walb of Hugoton for the Frank and Lelia Smith Scholarship.

Most charitable givings come from individuals According to Giving USA, 72 percent of all U.S. charitable giving comes from individuals. Only six percent of charitable giving in the United States comes from corporations, and an additional 15 percent comes from foundations. Retention of charitable donors can be difficult, as only around 20 percent of donors give from year to year. However, those who are happy with the nonprofit’s efforts are likely to give between ten and 12 percent more in individual donations if they are provided with what they need from the charity. Charities that fully disclose how donations are being used are likely to see bigger retention rates than those that don’t.

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cover topics like addiction, medication options and relapse-prevention over the eight sessions.

“This program respects each participant’s right to make their own decisions while providing tools and resources to quit and stay a non-smoker,” explains Krigel.

Smoking Cessation is open to the public and anyone who would like to give up smoking is encouraged to attend.

“Nicotine addiction can be one of the hardest habits to break,” explains St. Catherine Nurse, Heather WrightRenick, R.N. She adds, “We’re excited to offer a program that makes it easier for smokers in our community to kick the habit and improve their health.”

To participate in the Smoking Cessation program Wednesdays at 12:00 p.m. from November 5 through January 21 please call 620272-2360.

Kansas average retail gasoline prices have risen Average retail gasoline prices in Kansas have risen 5.0 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.96 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 3.7 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.05 per gallon, according to gasoline price Web site GasBuddy.com.

Including the change in gas prices in Kansas during the past week, prices Sunday were 16.3 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 20.7 cents per gallon lower than a month ago. The national average has decreased 28.4 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 25.9 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.

“You know, I wonder if gas stations will run out of 2's to use on their signs because they can't remember where they put them all,” said GasBuddy.com senior petroleum analyst Patrick DeHaan. “It's been a long time since we've seen this many stations nationally under $3 per gallon - nearly four years. The best part is that Americans are saving a staggering amount of money - almost $110 million a day - versus what was being spent at the pump a year ago. We're quickly approaching 70,000 gas stations in the U.S. selling under $3 per gallon versus around 7,500 stations one year ago.

But while prices will continue declining in most areas across the country, there is some bad news for motorists in the nation's midsection - mainly the Plains states - but the issue may trickle over into a few neighboring states. There has been some supply tightness surrounding seasonal refinery work that's causing wholesale prices in that region to rise.

While the problem is temporary and may last a couple weeks, we want to inform motorists in that area that they may notice prices rising, but it is a short term problem, not a long term one. For motorists everywhere else, pump prices should continue to drift lower in the week ahead," DeHaan noted.

Submitted by GasBuddy.com.

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Black Hills Energy meets with Citizens Advisory Council Black Hills Energy met with the Citizens Advisory Council of Hugoton for their fall luncheon meeting at the fire station October 27, 2014.

Todd Jacobs introduced himself as their new general manager of Kansas gas operations. He listed Black Hills’ goals, which included employee safety in the workplace, valued service and profitable growth.

He told the council Black Hills Energy contributes to community service. They have supported the Chamber of Commerce, Boy Scouts and Kiwanis. They support the senior citizens’ bingo/dance which will be November 8. They offer scholarships to deserving seniors.

They had a booth at the State Fair in which they gave out 5000 hula hoops which Black Hills supplied the polyethylene pipe for. The hula hoops were formed by children, in front of audiences attending the fair, in order to demonstrate how the pipe was melted together in the field.

Black Hills Energy has applied for a 4.7 percent rate request that is pending at this time. This is the first requested rate increase in eight

Thursday, October 30, 2014

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Death By Dessert

Friday & Saturday, November 21 & 22

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

Early Bird tickets $20 until November 7, then $25

Tickets sold at Yardmaster, Contact a Cast Member or call Linda Gooch at 544-2038

Oil Changes

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$ Todd Jacobs, new general manager of Black Hills Energy Kansas gas operations, presents his program to the Citizens Advisory Council years. If the increase is approved, the average residence will be charged an extra $2.62 a month. KCC still has to approve Black Hills’ request.

Safety is an important fac-

for their fall 2014 meeting. The meeting took place Monday, October 27, 2014.

tor for Black Hills Energy.

The Liberal office celebrates over five years since they have had an accident.

They are always looking for improvements. All their gas meters are automated

now. Employees do not have to be sent out to read the meters anymore.

Black Hills Energy will schedule a winter luncheon for the council in January.

Plus Oil & Filters

TC’s Shop LLC 425 S. Main St. Hugoton

620-544-2122 or 620-370-2632

Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce and our Gold Members present

HMS Honor Rolls are announced Hugoton Middle School Honor Rolls for the first nine weeks has been released.

Eagle Honor Roll~ All A’s receipents for the seventh grade are Jenna Beesley, Sydney Beesley, Trevor Bogan, Austin Dale, Daniel Fraire, Frances Gaskill, Alexis Jays and Jonathon Mancera.

Eighth grade receipents are Brionna Beard, Aubrianna Campbell, Claire Clark, Katie Crawford, Jonathan Flores, Bryan Gonzalez, Kaleb Grubbs, Mekenzie Hagman, Abby Heger, Rebecca Johnson, Josselyne Jurado, Dawson Kerbow, Peter Loewen, Brayden Moodie, Megan Newlon, Kara Rodriguez, Luz Romo, Ashlyn Schechter and Vivian Titus.

Red & White Honor Roll~All A’s 1 B receipents for the seventh grade are Gavin Heger, Jenna Martin , Mikayla Martin and Terron Stegman.

Eighth grade receipents are Hannah Archuleta, David Cruz, Ashley Escalera, Sesthleng Garcia, Nicholas Gold, Montana Holt, Meaghan McClure, Cody Mills, Jeff Persinger and Koy Shields.

Honorable Mention~ All A’s 2 B’s receipents are seventh grade Shelby Brechbuhler, Laramie Brecheisen, Drake Knier, Tiffany Mangels and Toby McClure.

Eighth grade recepients are Daniela Arellano, Yesenia Estrada, Jacquelynn Grewell, Thania Hermosillo, Zayden Littell and Jayla Stump.

Winners of the Halloween Relay for Life costume contest are pictured above. Divisions included family costumes, fourth to sixth grade

students, Kindergarten through third grade students and infants and toddlers up to four years old.

SOCIAL SECURITY NEWS

By Chad Ingram Social Security District Manager in Hutchinson TRICK, DON’T TREAT, CYBER CRIMINALS Kids and kids at heart look forward to the end of October, when we use tricks and treats in equal measure to celebrate Halloween.

No doubt, you’ll be passing out treats to costumed hobgoblins and hooligans in your neighborhood this Halloween night. But be careful that you’re not fooled by a different kind of trickster looking for a larger handout—such as your identity.

October also is Crime Prevention Month and National Cyber Security Awareness Month. So it is the perfect time to remind you to safeguard your personal information—whether it’s online, on paper, or given out in person.

Don’t share your personal information, such as your full name, date of birth, mother’s maiden name, and your Social Security number, with anyone unless you are certain it is safe. Shred paper-

work that includes personal information before throwing it out. And never reply to emails claiming to be from Social Security and asking for such information. Finally, don’t carry your Social Security card or number with you.

These tips should help reduce your risk of identity theft.

Identity theft is one of the fastest-growing crimes in America. If you think you’ve been the victim of an identity thief, you should contact the Federal Trade Commission at www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/mi crosites/idtheft. Or you can call 1-877-IDTHEFT (1-877438-4338); TTY 1-866-6534261.

Learn more about identity theft by reading our publication, Identity Theft And Your Social Security Number, available at www.socialsecu rity.gov/pubs.

Be cautious of tricksters trying to steal more than a sack of candy. Being the vic-

Many factors determine credit score A credit score is a number lenders use to determine the risk associated with lending a particular individual money. Credit scores are

sometimes even used by landlords to determine whether or not to allow prospective tenants to move into their properties. Many

Bring The Kiddos to the Turnaround Parking Lot of The Assembly of God for a Trunk Or Treat extravaganza!!!

Friday, October 31 between 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

The Turnaround is located at the corner of Second and Main in Hugoton.

factors combine to determine an individual's credit score.

Payment history, which considers if individuals made payments on time or, if they were late, how late they were in making their payments, bears significant weight. Any bankruptcies, charge offs, debt settlements, foreclosures, or liens will also be considered when a person's payment history, which some financial professionals suggest accounts for as much as 35 percent of an individual's credit score, is examined.

Other factors that are considered when determining credit scores are amounts owed, length of credit history and the types of credit, such as credit cards, installment loans and mortgages, currently in use.

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tim of identity theft can be horrifying. Enjoy the treats, but avoid the tricks.

We invite the children of Hugoton to meet at the corner of 7th and Main (in front of the Chamber of Commerce office) 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!

At 5:30 p.m. all children are invited to Pioneer Manor for more trick or treating fun!!

The Hugoton Hermes

Thursday, October 30, 2014 620.544.4388

Phone (620) 544-4920 Hugoton, Kansas 67951 Commodity Hauling

First National Bank Hugoton/Liberal

620-544-8908 www.fnbhugoton.com • Member FDIC

“Helping You Put The Pieces Together.”

1012 S. Main St., Hugoton, KS 67951

BROWN-DUPREE OIL CO INC. 1400 S Washington St. 356-3926 or 1-800-682-4143

HUGOTON UPTOWN AUTOBODY 624 S. Monroe 544-4683

Hwy 51 East Hugoton, KS

GOOD LUCK ON YOUR FALL SPORTS

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Hugoton Eagles defeat Larned Indians 14-6 The Hugoton Eagles added another “W” to their record after triumphing over the Larned Indians Friday, October 24 with a score of 14-6.

Friday’s win puts the Eagles’ record at 3-5 for the season.

The game opened with Larned kicking off to Hugoton. Valentino Degallado fired off a 24 yard pass to Manuel Mendoza, who scored the game’s first touchdown with ten minutes to go in the first quarter. Colby Korf successfully kicked for the extra point.

The second quarter ticked by with no scores by either team. During the third quarter, senior Ulises Armendariz scored a 17 yard rushing touchdown, bringing the score to 13-0, Eagles. Colby Korf again kicked for the extra point and the score climbed to 14-0. With two minutes to go in the third, Larned scored a two yard rushing TD. The Indians’ at-

tempt at an extra point failed, and the score stood at 14-6 until the final buzzer sounded, and the Eagles emerged victorious.

Hugoton had 295 total yards and boasted 13 first downs on the night.

Valentino Degollado carried 17 times for 85 yards, Ulises Armendariz carried 12 times for a total of 51 yards, Parker Titus carried ten times for a total of 44 yards, and Michael Baeza carried twice for a total of eight yards for a grand total of 188 rushing yards.

Quarterbacks Parker Titus and Valentino Degallado each completed four passes for a total of 107 passing yards. Manuel Mendez, Zack Leininger, Kellen Watkins, Michael Baeza and Hunter Kerbow each caught a pass, while Ulises Armendariz caught two. Hugoton’s eleven penalties cost the Eagles 110 yards, while Larned only lost 70 yards due to their six

Ulises Armendariz is ready for the throw during football action against Larned Friday. The Hugoton Eagles won the game 14-6. penalties.

Hugoton will face the Holcomb Longhorns this Friday,

October 31 at Holcomb.

Game starts at 7:00 p.m.

Both boys and girls cross country teams qualify for State The boys’ and girls’ cross country teams traveled to Hays High School this past weekend October 25 to participate in the regional qualifying meet for State. In order to qualify for the State meet, a team must place in the top three teams and individuals must be in the top ten. This weekend both the boys’ and girls’ teams placed second which was good enough to qualify both teams to the State meet in Wamego No-

vember 1, 2014.

It was unusually warm for this time of the year! Both teams handled the weather really well. “We cut down some of the warm up routine knowing that we are going to get pretty hot during the race today,” said Coach Nick Rodriguez.

The girls were extremely impressive Saturday. Hugoton had two girls in the top ten. Katy Heger and Sarah Johnson went three and four.

Thre were two others in the top 20.

“I said we had to do that and if we did we stood a great shot in qualifying. We had two girls run very well - Maria Martinez and Lynnelle Bogan! All the girls had great runs,” continued Rodriguez.

In the boys’ race Isaac Castro was individual Champion, earning his second championship in two years.

Miguel Martinez had another impressive race. Chance

Valentino Degollado tries to keep his balance and make up some much needed yardage as the Larned Indian grabs his legs.

Hugoton High School seniors, along with their proud parents, gather Friday night at the home game to be honored for their accomplishments

Ghumm had a big time run for the team Saturday!

“We had a couple other guys struggle so I know as a team we can be better. To not run great at a Regional Meet and still qualify is a huge accomplishment,” concluded Rodriguez.

Race times Saturday at Wamego for State will be boys at 10:00 a.m. and girls at 11:00 a.m.

Girls’ Results Katy Heger 16:26 3 Sarah Johnson 16:27 4 Maria Martinez 16:55 14 Jackie Garcia 17:17 20 Lynnelle Bogan 17:48 32 Katie Weaver 18:08 44 Mariana Shuck 19:20 63 Boys’ Results Isaac Castro 16:17 1 Miguel Martinez 17:24 6 Chance Ghumm 17:47 15 Jazhiel Garcia 18:54 18 Zack Littell 18:02 22 Reed Rome 18:17 30 Danny Tapia 18:29 32

and involvement in various activities including football, volleyball, cross country, girls’ golf, cheering, band and dance team.

The Hugoton Eagles line up for the block as the Larned Indians get ready to hike the ball to the quarterback.

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Sports Schedule Friday, October 31 - High School V Football at Holcomb; 7:00 p.m.

- High Volleyball State

Drill team members, cheerleaders, football players, volleyball players, runners, band members and golfers alike stand with their parents

Friday night as they are celebrated during Senior Night festivities last Friday during the game against Larned.

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Democratic candidates for office James Sherow

Paul Davis & Jill Docking

Carmen Alldritt

U.S. Representative - First District

Kansas Governor & Lieutenant Governor

Kansas State Treasurer

James Sherow is a born and raised Kansan, graduating from Wichita State University with dual degrees in History and Secondary Education. He then received a Masters in History. After his freshman year at WSU, Jim volunteered for the United States Air Force and served four years as a domestic radio operator. Jim has been a historian at Kansas State University since 1992 and has authored five books. Jim served the city of Manhattan as City Commissioner for six years and as Mayor for one year. He also chaired the city’s Economic Development and was a founding board member of the Flint Hills Regional Council.

Jim served as president of the Preservation Alliance for Manhattan and Riley County. In the time he served the community of Manhattan, the city experienced unprecedented economic and population growth.

He is married to Bonnie Lynn-Sherow, also a historian

at Kansas State University, and the couple has four daughters: Brie, Lauren, Lisa and Evan.

Jim’s goal if elected is to join the House Agricultural Committee in order to encourage prosperity in the first district.

He also pledges to work to bring relief to western Kansans facing the ongoing drought.

Jim will work to reform the Department of Veterans Affairs, to ensure Veterans receive health services, and he vowed to work tirelessly to avoid a prolonged war as a response to terrorist threats. Jim supports sustainable energy research and production, and the resulting creation of Kansas jobs. He also encourages simplifying the tax code and plans to join the “No Labels” caucus after his election. The “No Labels” caucus is a group of 92 Democrat, Republican and Independent representatives who are “dedicated to a new politics of problem solving”. To find out more, visit supportsherow.com.

A.J. Kotich Kansas Attorney General A.J. Kotich is running as the Democratic candidate for Kansas Attorney General. A.J. received a bachelors degree in History and Sociology from Northwestern Oklahoma State University, and earned his law degree from Washburn University School of Law. He also served in the United States Marine Corps and attended Naval Justice School.

Mr. Kotich serves his community as an attorney at law from 1985 to present, and Chief Attorney for the Kansas Department of Labor from 1984 to present. A.J. was also

Judge Advocate in the United States Marine Corps from 1975 to 1982.

A.J. also serves as Adjunct Instructor at the Washburn University School of Business, where he teaches Legal Environment of Business. He received the Ned N. Fleming Excellence in Teaching Award from Washburn University and the Outstanding Graduate for Business/Professional from the Northwestern Oklahoma State University Foundation.

To find out more, visit KotichForKansas.com.

Jean Kurtis Schodorf Jean Schodorf is the Democratic nomination for Secretary of State. She lives in Wichita with her husband Richard.

Jean received her bachelors and Masters degrees in Communicative Disorders from the University of New Mexico. Jean also earned a PhD in Communicative Disorders from Wichita State University. The couple has three children: Brian, Kelly and Kristin. She works in the Wichita school district as a speech/language pathologist.

Jean has served Kansas as a member of the Kansas Senate from 2001 to 2012. She was also Assistant Majority Whip while in the Senate. Jean also served on the Wichita USD #259 Board of Education from 1989 to 2000, and was president of the USD #259 BOE in 1993, 1997 and 1999.

While in the Kansas Senate, Jean served as Chair of the Education Committee and Vice Chair of the Joint Committee on Arts and Cultural Resources. She was also a mem-

Paul Davis Governor Paul Davis is the Democratic candidate running for the office of Governor of Kansas. His running mate is Jill Docking.

Paul Davis received a bachelor’s degree in political science from KU and his law degree from Washburn University. He and his wife Stephanie hail from Lawrence. The couple has one daughter named Caroline.

Paul was a board member of the Arc of Douglas County from 1999 to 2005, a board member of the City of Lawrence Housing Trust Fund for two years, and he was a member of the Advisory Board for Leadership Lawrence. Paul is a Rotary member, as well as a member of the Kansas Bar Association and president of the Board of Directors of Health Care Access, Inc. Paul is currently a partner at the law firm of Fagan, Emert and Davis, LLC in Lawrence.

He has also been a member of the Kansas House since 2003 and is the current Minority Leader. He serves on the Legislative Budget, Legislative Coordinating Council and the Redistricting Committees in the house. Paul is also the policy chair of the House Democratic Caucus. As leader of the Democratic Caucus, Paul serves on the State Finance Council, Calendar and Printing Committee, Interstate Cooperation Committee and the Legislative Coordinating Council, as well as the House Insurance Committee.

Paul Davis’s answers to the “Kansas State Legislative Election 2008 National Political Awareness Test” detail his policies. When asked to condense his priorities to 100 words or

less, he answered “Comprehensive energy policy that focuses on wind development and other renewable sources; health care reform that improves the accessibility and affordability of health insurance, and tax reform that closes loopholes and provides a more fair tax structure.” A complete listing of Davis’ answers are available online at http://votesmart.org/candi date/political-couragetest/34518/pauldavis/#.VE66Oediei4. To find out more, visit Davis ForKansas.com.

Jill Docking Lieutenant Governor Jill Docking is a longtime resident of Wichita and is Paul Davis’ running mate for the gubernatorial race. She is married to Tom and the couple has two children: Brian and Margery.

Jill has worked in the finance industry since 1988.

She received a bachelors degree in History from the University of Kansas as well as a Masters in Business Administration. In 2007, Jill was appointed to the Kansas Board of Regents by Kathleen Sebelius and served as Chair of the Regents. She was the first woman to receive the governor’s appointment as the Commanding General of the Kansas Cavalry in 1993. Jill currently serves on the board of KU Endowment, the Sedgwick County Historical Society board, the Mid Kansas Simulation Center, the board of KU Medical School Wichita and the Dana Farber Advisory Board. In 1999, Jill founded the Financial Fitness Foundation, which focuses on teaching financial literacy to Kindergarten through twelfth grade students.

ber of the following committees: Commerce, Confirmation Oversight, Interstate Cooperation, Judiciary and Ways and Means. While a Senator, Jean sponsored legislation opposing relocation of Guantanamo detainees to Kansas and a resolution regarding the right to bear arms.

If elected to Secretary of State, Jean plans to create resources needed by entrepreexpanding online neurs, services, developing efficient contact and providing secure

information with the Secretary of State’s office. Jean also vows to make voter registration simpler for Kansas voters, with her proposed L.A.W. Plan. She will also focus on stopping business identity theft, which costs more than $56 billion for the economy each year. She intends to enhance laws discouraging such identity theft and guarantee enforcement of such laws.

To find out more, visit Jean ForKansas.com.

Compiled by Ruthie Winget ning, which seldom accompanies snow, was also seen as blue light above the clouds. Reports of green lightning were also heard.

Thursday, November 3, 1994 Dick and Marie’s Venture Foods Store will close Friday and reopen Saturday as Carter’s Thriftway under the new ownership of Tom and Charlotte Carter.

Thursday, November 1, 1984 Jack and Wilda Martin received the “Friend of 4-H Award” at the 1984 Stevens County 4-H Achievement Banquet. Between them, the Martins have worked hard for 4-H on the fair board and as county superintendent.

settle in Kansas. She plans to improve efficiency of the Treasurer’s office by reviewing the relationships between the Treasurer’s office and other government agencies. Carmen also thinks putting a stop to the current tax plan would bolster the state’s bottom line.

She proposes raising the issue of financial literacy by increasing visibility of existing Treasurer’s educational materials in schools and the public. Carmen plans to actively engage schools and add financial literacy to schools’ curriculums.

To find out more about Carmen Alldritt, you can visit CarmenAlldritt.com.

Dennis Anderson Kansas Commissioner of Insurance Dennis Anderson is from Overland Park and is the Democratic candidate for Kansas Commissioner of Insurance.

He received a bachelors degree in Agricultural Economics from Kansas State University. He is also a co-founder and coowner of A.D. Banker, an insurance education business, since 1979.

Dennis is married to Patti, and the couple has five children. He believes insurance should protect consumers, and the insurance commissioner should do the same. He plans to fight fraud and make sure insurance companies uphold promises they make. He hopes to maintain current Insurance Commissioner Sandy Praeger’s

focus on good policy and keep politics and special interests out of the office. Dennis also wants to expand Medicaid to cover 80,000 working Kansans and 6,700 Veterans at little cost to the state.

To find out more about Dennis Anderson, visit DennisAndersonForKansas.com.

You are encouraged to research each candidate and office up for election.

For information, visit VoteSmart.org.

Be an informed voter!

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History From The Hermes Thursday, November 5, 2009 Nylene Johnson was pleasantly surprised to find that she had been chosen for the 2009 Beta Sigma Phi Woman of the Year. She has donated many hours in volunteer work throughout the years.

Benny Cabrera is the new owner of the Flamingo Motel.

He and his family recently moved here from Garden City.

Thursday, November 4, 2004 Hugoton experienced strange weather Monday night.

The city lost electrical power due to the wind and ice. Light-

Carmen Alldritt is the Democratic candidate for the office of Kansas State Treasurer. She was born and raised in Wichita and lives in Topeka.

Carmen attended the University of Kansas, then moved to Harper, where she was elected to the Harper City Council and served 20 years as a council member. She also served as Harper County Treasurer for 15 years. Carmen is a Business Development Consultant and part-time property manager.

Carmen believes the decline of Kansas’ credit rating may negatively affect interest rates and cause potential investors and businesses to elect not to

Thursday, November 1, 1979 Jack Rowden has begun work at the Citizens State Bank recently as a cashier.

Rowden, son of Everett and Ruby Rowden, has recently moved here from Wichita.

Jack is married and his wife’s name is Paula.

Thursday, November 7, 1974 The Eagle Marching Band, known for winning the 1973 Vienna Band Competition, traveled to Wichita last week.

They played at the entrance of Century II prior to a Republican rally with guest speaker Gerald Ford, President of the United States. After the President arrived, the band was allowed to take their seats inside where they listened to Ford

Russell Smith and May Webber in their “courting days” back in 1913. Taken from The History of Stevens County and Its People.

speak.

Thursday, November 5, 1964 A large crowd attended the Lone Star Church dedication ceremonies Sunday. People from many surrounding towns plus those from outlying areas were in attendance.

Friday, October 20, 1949 As of Thursday of last week, R.W. Miller, engineer for Northern Natural and his helper, A.J. Anderson, reported they had killed 105 rattlesnakes of all sizes. Thursday alone, they killed 42 snakes.

Friday, October 27, 1939 Frank Ellsaesser began work at the FSA office in Guymon. He will work in the water facilities in the three panhandle counties. He is a Panhandle A&M College graduate with a masters degree from Oklahoma A&M College.

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Republican candidates for office Tim Huelskamp

Sam Brownback & Jeff Colyer

U.S. Representative - First District

Kansas Governor & Lieutenant Governor

Tim Huelskamp was born and raised near Fowler. He attended seminary for two years in Santa Fe, N.M. then graduated from the College of Santa Fe with a bachelors degree in Social Sciences. Tim then received a PhD in Political Science concentrating on agricultural policy from American University in Washington, D.C. Tim has worked as a teacher and a budget and legislative analyst. He is married to Angela and the couple has four adopted children: Natasha, Rebecca, Athan and Alexander.

Tim served in the Kansas Senate from 1996 to 2011, and was chair of the Joint Committee on Information Technology, as well as chair of the Ethics and Local Government Committee. Tim was also a member of the Agriculture and Natural Resource and the Education Committees.

In 2010, Tim was elected to Jerry Moran’s U.S. House of Representatives seat, after beating five other Republican nominees. He ran for the same seat unopposed in the 2012 election. In the House, Tim’s committee assignments include the Committee on Small Business and its subcommittees on Agriculture, Energy

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and Trade, Health and Technology, and Contracting and Workforce. He also serves on the Veterans’ Affairs Committee and its subcommittees on Health and Oversight and Investigations. Tim caucuses with the Republican Caucus, the Tea Party Caucus and the Liberty Caucus.

According to Project Vote Smart’s analysis of Representative Huelskamp’s voting record, he is against income tax increases, federal spending to increase economic growth, any restrictions on the purchase and possession of firearms and same sex marriage. Tim is pro-life and believes illegal immigrants should be required to return to their countries of origin before being eligible for citizenship.

In September 2014, Tim received the honor of “Taxpayer’s Friend Award” for 2013 from the National Taxpayers Union, a non-partisan citizen advocacy group. Out of 253 U.S. House members who won approval from the group, Tim’s “pro-taxpayer score” of 86 percent was among the highest of the group.

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Sam Brownback Governor Sam Brownback is the Republican incumbent in the 2014 gubernatorial race. He was born in Garnett, and raised near Parker. Sam is married to Mary, and the couple has five children: Abby, Andy, Elizabeth, Mark and Jenna. Sam attended Kansas State University and received his law degree from the University of Kansas.

Sam practiced as an attorney in Manhattan before becoming the Kansas Secretary of Agriculture in 1986. In 1990, he was appointed a White House fellow, detailed in the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative from 19901991. Sam then resumed serving as Kansas Secretary of Agriculture until 1993.

Sam was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1994, and was then elected to Bob Dole’s U.S. Senate seat by defeating appointee Sheila Frahm in the 1996 primary election. He was then elected to a full six-year Senate term in 1998, and was re-elected in 2004 with 69 percent of the vote.

In 2010, Sam opted not to run for re-election, in accordance with his support of term limits for Congress members.

As a U.S. Senator, Sam served on the Committee on Appropriations, the Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, Special Committee on Aging, Joint Economic Committee and the Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe. In 2006, Sam announced his candidacy for President, and withdrew from the race in 2008. He endorsed fellow Republican John McCain in the 2008 election.

Sam won the 2010 gubernatorial race against Tom Holland. Mr. Brownback replaced Mark Parkinson, who was sworn in after Kathleen Sebelius resigned to serve as the U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary.

Governor Brownback supports fundamental tax reform to encourage investment and create jobs. While in office, he proposed structural reforms to various state-funded organizations such as Medicaid, school

finance and KPERS. Sam signed a bill banning abortion after 21 weeks, due to his belief that life begins at fertilization.

In April 2014, he passed a school finance bill to drive millions of dollars into the school system. Sam denied a $31.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services meant to set up an online exchange for the Affordable Care Act. He also directed the Insurance Commissioner to slow the timeline of the ACA’s exchange development in Kansas.

In May 2012, Governor Brownback signed into law one of the largest income tax cuts in Kansas history. He also lowered sales tax and eliminated a tax on small businesses. Sam received a 100 percent rating from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce for his pro-business voting record. He has consistently supported low tax and low government spending policies. Sam opposes a government-run healthcare system, gun control, and same sex marriages and civil unions. He supports legal immigration and comprehensive immigration reform.

Sam states his plan for Kansas includes growing the economy, investing in education and protecting the resources of the state.

Jeff Colyer Lieutenant Governor Dr. Jeff Colyer is a fifth generation Kansan from Hays. He is married to Ruth and they have three daughters: Alexandra, Serena and Dominique.

Jeff received his bachelors degree in Economics from Georgetown, a Masters degree in International Relations from Cambidge and a medical doctorate from KU’s School of Medicine.

Dr. Colyer volunteered as a surgeon in Afghanistan, Iraq, the Balkans, Libya and Africa.

He served as a White House Fellow under the Reagan and George H.W. Bush administrations in International Affairs.

Jeff was elected to the Kansas House in 2006 and to the Kansas Senate in 2008. He is considered to be a leader regarding taxes, a responsible budget and healthcare policy.

To find out more about Sam Brownback or Jeff Colyer, visit brownback.com.

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Kansas Secretary of State Republican Kris Kobach was elected to the office of Secretary of State in 2010. He currently is of counsel with the Immigration Law Reform Institute. Kris graduated from Washburn Rural High School in Topeka. He and his wife Heather reside in Kansas City.

The couple has four daughters: Lilly, Reagan, Molly and Charlotte.

Kris graduated summa cum laude with a degree in Government from Harvard University, as first in his class in the Government Department. He also earned his Masters and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Politics from Oxford. He earned his law degree from the Yale Law School and was editor of the Yale Law Journal. Kris was awarded a White House Fellowship by President George W. Bush to work for Attorney General John Ashcroft. He was a professor at University of Missouri-Kansas City until he was elected Secretary of State in 2010.

In 2007, Kris was elected Chairman of the Kansas Republican Party, in which capacity he served until January 2009. He introduced broad changes to election efforts.

While Kris served as Chair-

man, the Republican party enjoyed quite a bit of success, gaining seats in Congress, while the vast majority of the nation’s races tended toward Democratic candidates.

Mr. Kobach’s main priority in recent years has been immigration reform and discouraging illegal immigration. He began his term as Secretary of State by introducing the Secure and Fair Elections (SAFE) Act in the Kansas House. The SAFE Act requires voter ID at the polls, proof of citizenship for new voter registrants and anti-fraud protections for advance ballots. The Act was adopted by both houses with bipartisan support in March 2011. Kris also doubled the size of the national Cross Check program, guaranteeing voters do not vote in more than one state in the same election.

In 2011, only 13 states participated, and nearly 30 are involved currently. Secretary Kobach is also well known nationally for his role as co-author of Arizona’s SB 1070 illegal immigration law. During his term, Kobach’s office has returned over $20 million to the State General Fund.

To find out more, visit kansansforkobach.com.

You are encouraged to research each candidate and office up for election.

For information, visit VoteSmart.org.

Be an informed voter!

General Election: Tuesday, November 4

Pat Roberts U.S. Senate Pat Roberts is the Republican incumbent for the senior Kansas U.S. Senate seat.

He is married to Franki and the couple has three children: David, Ashleigh and Anne-Wesley.

Senator Roberts was born in Topeka.

Pat received his bachelors degree in Journalism from Kansas State University and has served as a U.S. Senator since 1996. From 1980 to 1996, Mr. Roberts was a Kansas representative in the United States House of Representatives. Mr. Roberts served in the United States Marine Corps from 1958 to 1962. He has worked as an editor and reporter, as well as an administrative assistant for U.S. Senator Frank Carlson and U.S. Congressman Keith Sebelius, whose seat he won in the 1980 election.

Mr. Roberts served eight terms in the U.S. House, and is seeking his fourth term as a U.S. Senator. In 1996, he won the seat with 62 percent of the vote, compared to Democrat Sally Thompson’s 34 percent. For the 2002 election, he faced Libertarian Party nominee Steven Rosile and Reform Party candidate George H. Cook; he won the 2002 election with 82 percent of the vote. In 2008, Pat won the U.S. Senate race against Democrat Jim Slattery with 60 percent of the vote.

Pat is currently a member

of the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, the Committee on Finance, the Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions, the Select Committee on Ethics and the Committee on Rules and Administration.

Pat is a founding member of the Bipartisan Caucus on Unfounded Mandates and a founding member of the Bipartisan Rural Health Care Coalition. He is also a member of the Congressional Coalition on Adoption, the National Republican Congressional Committee, and the Senate Centrist Coalition.

Pat is pro-life and opposes same-sex marriage. He voted against the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act in 2009 and against the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010.

Pat also voted against an amendment requiring background checks for gun purchases. He also led the effort to bring the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility to Kansas State University and Manhattan, creating 1000 construction jobs and 300 permanent positions. The NBAF is also projected to generate approximately $3.5 billion into the Kansas economy over the next 20 years.

To find out more about Senator Pat Roberts, visit robertsforsenate.com.

Derek Schmidt Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt is the current Republican Kansas Attorney General. Derek was born in Independence, and is a fifth generation Kansan. He and his wife Jennifer live in Independence with their two daughters.

Derek received a bachelors degree from the University of Kansas, a Masters degree from the University of Leicester in England, and his law degree from Georgetown University.

He has served as Kansas’ Attorney General since 2010.

Derek was also Special Counsel for former Kansas Governor Bill Graves, a Kansas State Senator from 2001 to 2010 and Majority Leader in the Kansas State Senate from 2005 through 2010.

Derek has worked as an attorney, Assistant Attorney General in the Kansas Consumer Protection Division, as Legislative Director/General Counsel for U.S. Senator Chuck Hagel and a Legislative Assistant for U.S. Senator Nancy Kassebaum.

Derek has successfully advocated more stringent laws to

protect senior citizens from scams and to protect society at large from violent criminals. He also helped in the effort to build a modern facility for the Kansas Bureau of Investigation.

Mr. Schmidt has served as Midwest regional chair for the National Association of Attorneys General and as co-chair of the organization’s Consumer Protection Committee. He is also a member of the following organizations: Advisory Council, Kansas Geological Survey; Board of Directors, Kansas Legal Services for Prisoners Incorporated; Community Advisory Committee, Public Television Station KTWU; Eastern Kansas Branch of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society; Independence Chamber of Commerce; Director, Independence Industries Incorporated; Director, Kansas State Historical Society; Leadership Kansas and the Rotary Club of Independence.

To learn more, visit derekschmidt.com.

HUGOTON HIGH SCHOOL 100TH YEAR ALUMNI CHATTER

Guess Who

Guess Who DID YOU KNOW?

Senior Class of 1955 Verna Kay Hooker

Paul Grewell

EDITOR’S NOTE: Throughout the months leading up to the reunion, The Hermes will be including photos of the past. If you’re still stumped about the identity of the GUESS WHO photos by next week, names will appear in the next issue. If anyone has any photos to share from school days gone by, you may email them to hermeswb@pld.com or bring or mail them in to have them scanned.

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Independent candidate for office Greg Orman U.S. Senate Greg Orman was born and raised in Mankato, Mn. His father moved to Stanley, where Greg visited during the summers. Greg has lived in Olathe with his wife Sybil since 2007.

He graduated from Mankato East Senior High School and from Princeton University with a degree in Economics. Greg was a member of the Princeton College Republicans and worked for George H.W. Bush’s presidential campaign in 1988.

In 1992, he supported Independent candidate Ross Perot.

Greg worked for consultancy firm McKinsey and Company before founding Environmental Light Concepts in 1992. The business designs and installs energy-efficient lighting systems for businesses. He sold most of the company to Kansas City Power and Light in 1996, then assumed management of KCP&L’s energy services operations and eventually their entire portfolio, growing the business tenfold. Since 2002, he has invested in 15 compa-

nies and co-founded Denali Partners LLC, which provides capital and management services to small businesses, in 2004. Greg is also active in the American Legion’s Boys’ State program, after being selected to attend the Boys’ Nation program in 1986. He returns to Minnesota each year to deliver the commencement address to the Minnesota Boys’ State program. Greg has also served on the boards of the Kansas City Zoo and the Gala at the Glen for Cystic Fibrosis, and led the campaign for the YMCA’s Youth in Government program.

In 2010, Greg founded the Common Sense Coalition. The organization purports to support the voices of independents and to seek common-ground solutions to difficult policy issues.

Greg has proposed to caucus with the majority party if he is elected to the U.S. Senate, stating, “Ultimately, this is about solving problems.” Greg intends to work to simplify the

tax code, decrease restrictions impeding job creation and business growth. He also vowed to work to “make the American dream real again for every Kansan” by improving education quality and making college more affordable. Concerning the Affordable Care Act, Greg acknowledged the Act only expanded a broken healthcare system. He proposes changing the incentives to providers to reward quality care and ensure the government is prudent with its healthcare dollars. Greg also supports the Second Amendment and owns two handguns.

He supports universal background checks on gun sales.

Greg has also promised to serve no more than two terms, in accordance with his support of term limits.

According to Project Vote Smart’s analysis of Greg’s positions, he is pro-choice and claims he won’t support tax increases.

To find out more, visit OrmanForSenate.com.

Libertarian candidates for office Randall Batson

Keen Umbehr & Joshua Umbehr

U.S. Senate

Governor & Lieutenant Governor

Randall Baston has entered the 2014 U.S. Senate race as the Libertarian candidate. He grew up in Wichita and served in the United States Navy. He then went to work for Cessna and as a contractor for the bio-pharmaceutical industry as a non-destructive technician. He and his wife Hien reside in Wichita.

Randall is now employed as a quality assurance inspector at a manufacturing facility. He received an associates degree as an Aviation Maintenance Technician from Cowley County Community College/Aviation Tech Center and an associates degree in Welding Technology from Tulsa Welding School.

Randall has previously run for the Kansas House of Representative, District 105 in 2012 and the Kansas House of Representatives, District 95 in 2010. He seeks the Senate seat in order to ensure liberty for all American citizens.

Randall is pro-life and opposes raising taxes to balance the budget. He supports lowering taxes to stimulate economic growth and providing tax incentives to businesses to facilitate job creation.

Randall believes people should be able to purchase, trade, sell and possess firearms as they wish and supports the repeal of the 2010 Affordable Care Act. When asked to reduce his priorities to 100 words or less by Project Vote Smart, Randall submitted minimum wage waiver bill, which would eliminate taxes on the threshold of a full return and allows individuals to work under minimum wage with no federal income tax. He also remarked he would like to abolish the Drug War, maintaining that “. . .bad law has consequences to society. Non-violent offenses without intent to injure others are non-criminal. Laws create penal system tax burdens. . .Legalization will present problems, yet yielding better results than the current black market turf wars and stray bullets.”

To find more, visit Batson4Senate.weebly.com.

Keen A. Umbehr, Sr. will be running as the Libertarian candidate for Governor. He was born in Great Bend and raised in Alma. Keen graduated from Kansas State University and received his law degree from Washburn University School of Law. He is married to Eileen and the couple has four children: Jared, Joshua, Keen II and Kirk.

Keen was a member of the Rural Water District 1, a councilman for the City of Alma from 1987 to 1993, a school board member for USD 329 from 1989 to 1993 and a board member for Alma Senior Homes from 1986 to 1989. He currently serves as the City Attorney for Paxico. He has also worked as a newspaper columnist, small business owner and vice president of Flint Hills Development Group Inc. Keen is a member of the Alma Chamber of Commerce. He served as president of the Kansas Chapter of Solid Waste Management Association in 1997, and was an Alma Rotary Club member from 1985 to 1989.

Keen’s answers to the 2014 Political Courage Test are available online at http://votesmart.org/candidate/politicalcourage-test/140795/keen-umbehrsr/#.VFAT_udiei4. Keen’s top priorities include the equalization of the Kansas income tax law and the implementation of the Kansas FairTax bill, fair funding for schools, repealing the Renewable Portfolio Standards bill giving lifetime property tax abatements to wind turbine companies, and promoting increased government transparency and accountability by reimplementing the Office of the Ombudsman for Kansas citizens to report governmental misconduct.

Keen’s son Joshua Umbehr is running to serve as Kansas Lieutenant Governor.

To find more information about Keen Umbehr, visit KeenForKansas.com.

Tiny tykes trekked to Mark Randle’s pumpkin patch last Friday to select the perfect gourds to decorate for Halloween. From left to right are Brinlee Austin, Paitan Schobert, Kylynn Hackley, Kyron Hackley and Caiden Oder. Kyson Whitaker sits in front.

The children attend Dana Clinesmith’s daycare home.

Trunk or Treat for Halloween!

October 31 — 5 – 7 p.m.

Hugoton UMC parking lot – 828 S. Main

You are encouraged to research each candidate up for election.

To get started, visit VoteSmart.org.

Be an informed voter!

General Election:

Tuesday, November 4 Hugoton residents vote at

Memorial Hall Moscow residents vote at

Moscow UMC

These students made the HCA Knights Honor Roll for the first quarter by maintaining all A's.

Back row left to right are Ross Grewell, McKenna Hamlin, Heidi Bogan, Lisa Fehr, Jae-

lynn Kelley, Mikyn Hamlin and Molly McClure. In front are Clay Wacker, Adysen Norton, Wyatt Johnson, Carter McClure and Judith Fehr.

Republican candidates for office Ken Selzer Kansas Commissioner of Insurance Ken Selzer is the Republican candidate for Commissioner of Insurance. He is from Leawood and has two children with his wife Deb. Ken is a fourth generation Kansan. He received a bachelors degree in Accounting from Kansas State University and a Masters in Business from the University of Southern California.

Ken is a CPA and Executive Managing Director for Aon Benfield and has extensive experience in the reinsurance and reinsurance brokerage industries. He and his wife also

Ron Estes Kansas Treasurer Ron Estes is the Republican incumbent Kansas treasurer.

He and his wife Susan have three children. Ron earned a bachelors degree in Civil Engineering and a Masters degree in Business Administration from Tennessee Technological University.

Ron was sworn in as the treasurer of thirty-ninth Kansas in January 2011.

Since he took office, he oversaw KPERS reform and now retirement payments are protected. During Ron’s term in office, the Unclaimed Property Division has grown more efficient. Ron went on a Unclaimed Property Returns Tour in 2011, visiting all 105 counties to encourage Kansans to reclaim their monetary property. He also improved the Kansas 529 college savings plans and utilized technology to eliminate waste. Ron was appointed to the College Savings Plans Network Executive Board and was elected as the Midwest Regional Vice President for the National Association of State Treasurers.

To find out more, visit KansansForEstes.com.

owned a small business for 12 years.

Mr. Selzer is a member of the Kansas Society of Certified Public Accountants, Heart of America Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Rotary and the Johnson County Christmas Bureau. He has

also served as a councilman in Fairway and is currently the Vice-Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Educational Foundation of the Kansas Society of CPAs. To find out more, visit KansansForSelzer.com.

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PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, October 30, 2014) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF PAULYNA JO WISE, DECEASED Case No. 14 PR 3 NOTICE OF HEARING (Chapter 59) THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed in the above Court by Robert E. Wise, executor of the will and estate of Paulyna Jo Wise, deceased, praying for final settlement of the estate, for approval of his acts and proceedings as executor, for payment of court costs, attorney's fees and expenses, and also praying that the Court determine the heirs, lega-

tees and devisees entitled to the estate, and distribute and assign the same to such persons, in accordance with the terms of decedent's will, and for further relief.

You are hereby required to file your written defenses thereto on or before the 21st day of November, 2014, at 10:00 a.m. of said day, in said Court, in the district courtroom at the county courthouse in Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition.

Robert E. Wise, Executor-Petitioner

KRAMER, NORDLING & NORDLING, LLC 209 East Sixth Street Hugoton, Kansas 67951 (620) 544-4333 Attorneys for Petitioner

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Joe D. Thompson Stevens County Commissioner Joe D. Thompson is a lifelong resident of Stevens County and graduated from Moscow High School. He farms in the eastern part of Stevens County and is married to Valerie, a Moscow teacher. The couple has three sons.

Joe D. has served the community as USD 209 school board member and president, as well as president of the Stevens County Soil Conservation District and the Stevens County Farm Bureau Association. He is also a Hugoton Assembly of God board member.

Jim Bell Stevens County Commissioner Jim Bell is running as a write-in candidate for Stevens County Commissioner, District 1. Voters wishing to support Jim must print “Jim Bell” legibly on the appropriate line.

Jim has lived in Moscow since 1976 and was commissioner for the 2010-2014 term.

He is a member of the Pioneer Electric Co-op Board and a past member of the Stevens County Gas and Historical Museum Board. He and his wife Lorene have three children and four grandchildren.

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PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, October 30, 2014) 1t Swine Waste Management Permit Pursuant to Kansas Statutes Annotated, 65-1,179(c) and (d), the public is hereby notified that the Kansas Department of Health and Environment is reviewing a permit application from Seaboard Foods, L.L.C. for the modification of its Dunn #127 Nursery Farm Site. Seaboard Foods is proposing to construct an evaporation pond to manage wastewater from the farm.

The facility is owned and operated by Seaboard Foods, L.L.C., 2801 Hurliman Road, Guymon, OK 73942. The facility is located on land owned by Seaboard Foods, L.LC. The approximate location is the Southeast Quarter of Section 6, Township 32S, Range 40W, 4 miles north and 11.5 miles east of Richfield, Kansas.

Some of the application documents and the Fact Sheet required by K.S.A. 65-1,179(b) are available for review on the internet at (www.kdheks.gov/feedlots). Complete documentation, including the remain-

der of the permit application, is available for review at the KDHE Southwest District Office, 302 W. McArtor Road, Dodge City, KS 67801-6098 and at the office of the Morton County Clerk, 1025 Morton, Elkhart, Kansas.

KDHE is requesting comments and or information from the public regarding whether or not the permit application meets requirements for the management of wastes from a swine facility.

Comments should be sent to the Department within 30 days of this notice. If you plan to submit written comments or information they may be directed to Jeannine Riddle, KDHE, Suite 420, 1000 SW Jackson Street, Topeka, KS 66612-1367. Inquires may be directed to KDHE at 785-2966432.

KDHE is reviewing the permit application and will review any information submitted by the public before making a decision as to whether or not to issue the permit. If a decision to issue a permit is reached, then KDHE will draft a permit, notify any interested parties of the tentative decision to issue a permit and provide another opportunity for public comment.

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@ YOUR LIBRARY Your Information Source for 100 Years 500 Monroe Hugoton, Ks. 67951-2639 Phone: 620.544.2301 • Fax: 620.544.2322 Email: svcolib@pld.com

TEXTILE EXHIBIT This week is your FINAL opportunity to view our beautiful textile exhibit in the meeting room. Exhibitors may pick up their items beginning Monday, November 3.

HALLOWEEN AT THE SCL We invite all COSTUMED

Trick-Or-Treaters to visit us at the SCL on Halloween (Friday, October 31) for treats.

Please, no tricks!

RECIPE SWAP The SCL is now accepting recipes for the Recipe Swap Luncheon, which will be held Thursday, December 11 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at

This exhibit is titled Sunbonnet Tea Towels. The embroidery work was completed by Judy Hickert.

the Stevens County Library Meeting Room. A ticket to the luncheon will be given to each person that enters a recipe. The ticket entitles the bearer to attend the luncheon, to receive a recipe book containing all submitted recipes and to have a chance to win door prizes. Enter your recipe today!

FESTIVAL OF TREES The Festival of Trees is sponsored each year by the SCL as a community and civic event. Canned goods are collected as “votes” for a particular tree during the festival. The food is then donated to Project Hope to help families in need. This year the festival will again be held during the month of December. Trees may be set up beginning November 25 through December 5.

Groups and individuals are

invited to participate in the project.

UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE SCL October – Textile Display all month November 10 – Library Board November 13, 1p.m. – SCGS Meeting November 27, 28, 29 – Library Closed for Thanksgiving December – Festival of Trees December 8, 5:30 – Library Board December 11, 11:30 – Recipe Swap December 11, 1p.m. – SCGS Meeting December 25, 26, 27 – Library Closed for Christmas January – Sunflower Showcase Photography Exhibit

To the left is a Christmas table runner quilted by Megan Newlon. In the center is called “First Bird” fiber by Auston Newlon. To the right is a wolf table runner fiber by Austin Newlon.

David’s “Quilt” is a metal work constructed by David Nix. He put this together this past year. It is displayed at the Stevens County Library at the Textile Exhibit until October 31.

The exhibit named African Flower was crocheted by Eunice Schroeder. It is currently being exhibited at the Stevens County Library.

The exhibit named Celebrate Life was quilted by Linda Brooks.

It is displayed at the Textile Exhibit at the Stevens County Library. Hurry in to see the entire exhibit - artists will retrieve their work after Friday, October 31.

NEWS FROM

STEVENS COUNTY SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER Shila Moore, Director 544-2283 - Activities 544-8041 - Meals 624 S. Main, Hugoton We are gearing up for our next big dance which will be Saturday, November 8 from 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m.

Black Hills Energy is sponsoring so there will be no admission fee and there will be prize drawings throughout the evening. Please bring a potluck for our break time.

Cottonwood is providing the live country western music.

Please come and join the fun!!

Also November 8 is Sew All Day beginning at 8:30 a.m. and Canasta at 6:00 p.m.

Interest is growing for our Life Story classes. Our next one will be Saturday, November 15 at 10:00 a.m. It’s a great way to write your life history one story at a time.

Those who attend share ideas and learn from each other.

There is a Taxpayer Advocate Service within the IRS that can help you resolve your tax problem if you have tried to resolve the problem

through normal IRS channels. Their office is in Wichita and the phone number is 316-651-2100 or toll-free 877-777-4778.

If you have questions concerning caregiving, legal matters, disability, health insurance, housing, etc., please call Michael Johnston at Southwest Kansas Area Agency on Aging at 620-2258240.

Menu Oct. 30...............Sausage Gravy Oct. 31...................Hamburgers Nov. 3.........................Ham Loaf Nov. 4........................Roast Beef Nov. 5 ...........Smothered Streak Nov. 6 .........................Spaghetti

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

Live on Stage..............7:30 p.m.

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

Bingo.........................12:30 p.m Saturday, November 1 Cards & Games .........6:00 p.m.

Monday, November 3 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

Line Dancing..............7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, November 4 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

Wednesday, November 5 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

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

Thursday, November 6 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

Saturday, November 15 Life Story Workshop .................. ................10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

The Coral/Brown Floral on exhibit at the Textile Exhibit at the Stevens County Library is quilted by Eileen Gillespie.

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Consumer Corner

by Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt

Fireman Ricky Burrows (at top) from the Stevens County Fire Department came to visit the Cub Scouts at their Pack Meeting last Tuesday. In back on the truck is Tab Robbins.

Middle row are David Beesley, Rustin Pearcy,

CJ Beard, Jaden Hill, Isaac Moreland and Roman Miller. Front row are Ayden Harper, Seth Mason, Mason Jenkins, Kaden Johnson and Storm Heger. Photo courtesy of Felicia Moreland.

Agave syrup may provide solution for diabetics

Surprise Sheriff Ted Heaton!! Ted is pleasantly surprised by his family and employees Tuesday afternoon with a celebration of his Sixtieth Birthday! Happy Birthday Teddy!!!

Hugoton Friday is Halloween!!!

The Spook Parade sponsored by the Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce will be Friday, October 31 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. on Main Street. Trick or treaters are encouraged to put on their scariest, funniest, or prettiest costumes and come to the Chamber of Commerce office at the corner of Seventh and Main. We will send you on your way to trick or treat up and down the sidewalks of Main Street from Seventh Street north to Fifth Street and back again. It will be an afternoon of fun! Don’t miss it!

Pioneer Manor also invites the children to trick or treat at the Manor starting at 5:30 p.m.

The Stevens County Library invites all costumed trick or treaters to visit them on Halloween.

The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce would like to encourage everyone to get out and vote Tuesday, November 4, 2014. The privilege we have in this country to vote is a priceless opportunity which we should not pass up. If you will not be at home November 4 to vote at

People with diabetes know they must monitor their blood sugar levels on a daily basis. It's vital to maintain a healthy level of blood sugar, and doing so often comes down to making smart dietary choices. Those who have diabetes should be careful when choosing sweeteners and foods that may cause rapid changes in their blood sugar. Agave syrup, a derivative of the agave plant, may provide a solution for diabetics. Agave has long been used in Mexico and other parts of Latin America as part of a traditional diet. Its recent introduction to the American market is likely a byproduct of increased interest in diabetic-friendly foods. Agave syrup has a low glycemic index, which is used to determine a food's ability to raise blood sugar to a particular level within a given period of time. However, not all agave nectar and syrup is produced in the same way, so products often differ with regard to how they affect blood sugar levels. Individuals with diabetes should exercise caution when introducing new foods into their diets and should continue to carefully monitor their blood sugar levels.

From Metro Editorial Services.

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

your local polling place, be sure to contact the Steven County Clerk’s office either to vote at the Clerk’s office in advance or to request an advance ballot be sent to you.

The deadline to request an advance ballot to be sent is October 31. Let’s have a GREAT BIG voter turnout in Stevens County November 4.

Next Friday - November 7 starting at 5:00 p.m. Pheasant Heaven Charities is sponsoring their Calf Fry, Beef Feed and Pig Roast 2014 at Great Plains Gas Compression, 210 East First Street, Hugoton. Food will be served starting at 5:00 p.m. Freewill donations accepted, with proceeds going to the various charitable needs in SW Kansas communities and Pheasant Heaven Charities scholarships. There will be raffle tickets available for your chance at a variety of guns, grills, as well as many other great prizes. Door prize tickets will be given out again this year for your opportunity at many great items donated by local and area merchants.

Don’t forget the Farmers’ Market in front of the Chamber office at the corner of Seventh and Main Streets on

Saturdays. Everyone is welcome to come sell their Homegrown and Homemade items. Be sure to stop by one of these lovely Saturday mornings and see what is for sale!

Coming up during the month of December the Stevens County Library will again sponsor their Festival of Trees as a community and civic event. Canned goods are collected as “votes” for a particular tree during the festival. The food is then donated to Project Hope to help families in need. Trees may be set up beginning November 25 through December 5.

Groups and individuals are invited to participate in the project.

Do you need an activity for your party or special event?

Think about renting Captain Parsons’s Pirate Putt Putt from the Chamber.

The Chamber has a 9-hole miniature golf course for rent. Call the Chamber Office for availability and rental fees.

Shop STEVENS COUNTY First!

The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce is here for YOU!

Don’t get scammed by holiday travel plans With Thanksgiving right around the corner, holiday travel season is in full swing.

Unfortunately, that means scammers will also be looking to take advantage of those traveling to make a quick buck. Whether your travel plans include an exotic excursion or a family getaway to one of Kansas’ many local attractions, it’s important to be on alert for potential scams.

Travel deals Scammers often target vacationers with faxes, emails or phone calls offering an incredible price for what sounds like a dream vacation. Or they offer a “free” vacation if you join a travel club or attend a promotional seminar for a timeshare. As with all offers that sound too good to be true, it’s important to read the fine print. In many cases, travelers arrive at their destination to discover the accommodations aren’t quite what they were promised. Vacation-goers may also be hit with hidden fees or extra charges like bed fees, meal fees, or even fees for sheets and towels.

Offers that seem too good to be true almost always are.

Instead of being pressured by sales representatives or promised deals and discounts, it is better for you to initiate the transaction. Do careful research. Many online travel sites offer ways to compare prices and travel options. You can also work with a local, trusted travel agent.

Read the fine print Before purchasing a vacation package, study the agreement carefully. Make sure you clearly understand all charges and fees. Also, be sure to check refund policies on airfare and hotel rooms, in

case you have to cancel.

You should also consider using a credit card to pay for the purchase. In many cases, credit card companies offer fraud protections and you maintain the ability to dispute any charges you did not agree to. Many credit card companies also include travel and rental car insurance in your credit card agreement.

Check with your credit card company to see if these options are currently available to you.

Beware of timeshares Timeshares offer vacationers the opportunity to use a vacation property for a limited amount of time each year. While these may sound like great deals, our office often hears complaints from consumers who have been hit by hidden charges in their timeshare agreements. Be thorough in your research prior to purchasing a timeshare so you understand the true cost of ownership. In addition to the purchase price,

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Terms: 10% (non-refundable) Earnest Money Down due immediately after the real estate auction. Real Estate is selling AS IS, WHERE IS. There are no guarantees or warranties expressed or implied by the Sellers, Auctioneers, and Real Estate Company. All information is deemed reliable and obtained from the County Court House.

It is the buyers responsibility to perform any or all inspections and appraisals before bidding. The property is selling without contingencies to the inspection and/or appraisal results. It is the buyer’s responsibility to have financing ready and available before bidding. Sale is not contingent upon financing. The property is sold according to the legal description per County Courthouse records. It is the buyer’s responsibility to have a survey performed if there are any doubts or questions per boundary lines. Please check with the City of zoning. The Canny Team Assoc. of Swenson Real Estate & Auction Inc. are agents of the Seller. Closing date on or before December 19, 2014. Possession will be at closing. Title Insurance and closing fee will be split 50/50 between Buyer and Seller. Title Company: Kansas Secured Title. Taxes will be prorated at closing. Seller has the right to refuse any or all bids.

NO BUYER’S PREMIUM.

timeshare owners are usually required to pay annual maintenance fees, which can go up each year. Improvements to the timeshare property can also result in additional costs. If you decide to sell your timeshare, the company may charge you recurring listing fees.

If you think you’ve been the victim of a scam, please contact our office at 1-800432-2310 or online at www.InYourCornerKansas.or g. This site also includes a section called “Your Travel” that has tips on keeping your home safe during holiday travel.

Remember, having memorable, relaxing holidays with your family doesn’t have to take you far from home.

There are many great places to visit right here in Kansas.

Go to www.travelks.com to learn more about the great attractions within our great state.

Have a safe and enjoyable holiday season!

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Chamber members are entertained by HHS choir Have a safe and fun filled Halloween

Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce met for their monthly Chamber Luncheon at Memorial Hall located at the Stevens County courthouse at noon, Tuesday, October 21, 2014. Janice Morgan served a delicious meal featuring baked potato soup, salad, warm cornbread muffins and chocolate cake.

Executive Director of the Chamber Ruth Van Horn reminded all the Chamber members of the upcoming Spook Parade which will be Halloween, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Children of Hugoton are invited to meet at the corner of Seventh and Main, dressed in their scariest, funniest or cutest costume (in front of the Chamber of Commerce office) to walk the sidewalks down Main Street from Seventh Street to Fifth Street and back. All businesses and groups are invited to hand out candy to the little spooks on Main Street. At 5:30 p.m., all children are invited to Pioneer

Hugoton High School choir performs for the Chamber Luncheon October 21 at Memorial Manor for more trick or treating fun!

Ruth also informed the members there are three positions open for the Chamber board. Nominations should be sent by mail or email the Chamber office by Friday, October 31. Members of the Board are elected for a three year term and need to be an owner or employee of a business that is a member of the Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce.

Hall. Trevor Waechter directs the choir. There are 52 students that make up the HHS choir.

Chamber members were reminded that the elections will be November 4.

Everyone needs to get out and vote!

Ruth stated that Wolters Construction was sponsoring an Open House Saturday at 703 E. Fifth Street. This is a newly constructed home built

by Wolters Construction.

Curtis Crawford presented the Market Moment. He informed the members about the Pioneer Communications end

of the year advertising promotion. They are offering television commercials for participating merchants.

The Chamber members were then treated to a concert presented by the Hugoton High School choir. The choir consisted of students from the ninth through twelfth grades.

The meeting adjourned. The next Chamber Luncheon is scheduled for November 18, 2014.

Measure of Poverty report shows Kansas is below the national average

Sponsors XTO Energy Southern Pioneer Electric Dr. Dora Davis, Optometrist Conestoga Energy

Sponsors First National Bank Bank of Beaver City State Farm / Jerry Harding & other anonymous sponsors

Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Phyllis Gilmore is pleased to see that the U.S. Census Bureau’s recent Supplemental Measure of Poverty report shows that Kansas poverty has declined and is below the national average.

“We are committed to helping Kansas families escape poverty through employment and self-sufficiency,” Secretary Gilmore said. “Poverty prevention doesn’t happen overnight, but it is great to see that we’re moving in the right direction.”

Thursday, October 16, the U.S. Census Bureau indicated that the poverty rate from 2011 to 2013 in Kansas, dropped by 2.3 percent. The poverty rate in Kansas is 11.8 percent, compared to 15.9 percent nationally.

“The supplemental poverty measure is an important tool that helps policymakers and the public judge the effectiveness of social safety-net programs in a way that the official

poverty measure cannot,” Census Bureau Economist and report author Kathleen Short said. “It also helps us track how necessary expenses, such as paying taxes or work-related and medical-out-of-pocket expenses affect the well-being of all families.”

The U.S. Census Bureau’s official poverty measure was released last month. That report indicated that childhood poverty in Kansas was down .3 percent, from the previous year.

Kansas was one of 26 states in which the supplemental rates were lower than the official statewide poverty rate. The supplemental poverty measure deducts various necessary expenses from income, including medical out-of-pocket expenses, income and payroll taxes, child care expenses and work-related expenses. These expenses reduce income available for purchasing essential basic goods, including food, clothing, shelter, utilities and more.

In 2011, DCF announced a series of welfare reforms designed to promote employment.

Over the last several years, the agency has created important partnerships with other State

departments and community groups to ensure that every person who is currently receiving welfare benefits and wants a job has a job.

“Employment is the key to moving out of poverty,” Secretary Gilmore said. “Instilling a strong work ethic, before a person even graduates from high school, is so important to ensuring that generational poverty does not continue.”

Some DCF whole or partially-funded, poverty-preven-

tion programs include Kansas Early Head Start, Jobs for America’s Graduates, Kansas Reading Roadmap, Building Healthy Families, Vocational Rehabilitation’s Good for Business program for persons with disabilities, Economic and Employment Services’ partnership with the Kansas Department of Commerce’s Workforce Centers, Child Support Services’ 529 College Savings Initiative and domestic violence services that promote self-sufficiency.

Patrick Arange is helping the community to get into the Holloween spirit by decorating his house. Every holiday he puts out decorations commemorating the seasons greetings.

Holiday mailing deadlines for overseas is coming up There may not be snow on the ground, but now is the time to start thinking about holiday mailing deadlines for military and diplomatic service members overseas.

“Making sure those serving in the nation’s armed forces and diplomatic service receive their presents and care packages in time for the holidays is our priority,” said Hugoton Postmaster Tracy Archuleta.

The Postal Service offers free military care kits, designed specifically for military families sending packages overseas.

Each kit includes: Two Priority Mail APO/FPO Flat Rate Boxes, Two Priority Mail Medium Flat Rate Boxes, Priority Mail tape, Priority Mail address labels and appropriate customs forms.

To order the kit, call 800610-8734. Guidelines for packing, addressing, and shipping items to U.S. troops can be found at usps.com/ship/apofpo-guidelines.htm. Priority Mail Flat Rate boxes are also available at local Post Offices.

The Postal Service offers a $2 per box postage discount on its largest Priority Mail Flat Rate box at $15.45, for mail being sent to APO/FPO/DPO (Air/Army Post Office, Fleet Post Office and Diplomatic Post

Office) destinations worldwide.

Postage, labels and customs forms can be printed online anytime using Click-N-Ship at usps.com/clicknship. The online price for Priority Mail is on average 6.8 percent less than at a Post Office, and even bigger savings are possible with Priority Mail Express. Customers who receive mail delivery can request a free pickup of Priority Mail and Priority Mail Express packages by their carrier the next day. Just go online at usps.com/pickup for more information.

To ensure timely delivery of holiday wishes by December 25, send cards and packages to military APO/FPO/ DPO addresses overseas no later than the mailing dates listed below.

See List Below 1 PMEMS is available to selected military. Check with your local Post Office to determine if this service is available to an APO/FPO/DPO address.

2 PAL is a service that provides air transportation for parcels on a space-available basis. It is available for Standard Post items not exceeding 30 pounds in weight or 60 inches in length and girth combined. The applicable PAL fee must be paid in addition to the regular surface price for each addressed piece sent by PAL service.

3 SAM parcels are paid at Standard

Post prices with maximum weight and size limits of 15 pounds and 60 inches in length and girth combined. SAM parcels are first transported domestically by surface and then to overseas destinations by air on a space-available basis.

Addressing the Package Write out the service member’s full name in the address.

Include the unit and APO/FPO/DPO address with the 9-digit ZIP Code (if one is assigned). For example: CPT JOHN DOE UNIT 2050 BOX 4190 APO AP 96278-2050 SGT ROBERT SMITH PSC 802 BOX 74 APO AE 09499-0074 SEAMAN JOSEPH SMITH USCGC HAMILTON FPO AP 96667-3931 MSG JANE DOE CMR 1250 APO AA 09045-1000 Include a return address.

Include the service member’s name and address as well as the sender’s name and address on an index card inside the package in case the label is damaged.

The Postal Service receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its opera

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November marks start of four hunting and fishing seasons

Hugoton FFA helps the first grade carve pumpkins Friday, October 24. Pictured are FFA

Members of the Hugoton FFA Luis Flores, Jessica Harper, Roman Lindstrom, Brennon Featherston, Colton Swinney, Alyson Kiley,

members Angel Quezada, Emma French, Maverick Nelson and Reed Rome.

Aaron Cruz, Gerrado Rojas and Angel Quezada clean the pumpkin seeds so they can cook and enjoy them later.

Applebee’s create Thank You Movement for Veterans Expanding upon its six-year Veterans Day tradition of providing free meals to current and former servicemembers, this year Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar® will look to provide everyday household items like washers and dryers and medical equipment to Veterans or active duty military and their families in need.

Applebee’s Thank You Movement is honored to partner with the community this year by asking friends, families and neighbors to submit stories at thankyoumovement.com in behalf of Veterans or active duty military and their families who need items to help improve the lives of those who serve the United States.

PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, October 23, 2014) 2t NOTICE OF GENERAL ELECTION STATE OF KANSAS STEVENS COUNTY CERTIFICATE OF COUNTY CLERK I, Pam Bensel, County Clerk of Stevens County Kansas do hereby certify in accordance with and to the law of the State of Kansas the following persons for respective offices as indicated below are entitled to a place on the official ballot as designated by law at the General Election to be held on November 4, 2014 to Wit: National Candidates U S Representative 1st Dist (vote for one) James E Sherow – Democratic Manhattan Tim Huelskamp –Republican Fowler U S Senate (vote for one) Pat Roberts – Republican Dodge City Randall Batson- Libertarian Wichita Greg Orman – Independent Olathe State Candidates Governor/Lt Governor (vote for one) Keen A Umbehr – Libertarian Alma Joshua J Umbehr Wichita Sam Brownback – Republican Topeka Jeff Colyer Overland Park Paul Davis – Democratic Lawrence Jill Docking Wichita Secretary of State (vote for one) Jean Kurtis Schodorf – Democratic Wichita Kris Kobach – Republican Piper Attorney General (vote for one) Derek Schmidt – Republican Independence A J Kotich – Democratic Topeka State Treasurer (vote for one) Ron Estes – Republican Wichita Carmen Alldritt – Democratic Topeka Commissioner of Insurance (vote for one) Ken Selzer – Republican Leawood Dennis Anderson – Democratic Overland Park State Representative 124th Dist (vote for one) J Stephen Alford - Republican Ulysses State Board of Education (vote for one) Sally Cauble – Republican

Dodge City District Court Judge Dist 26 Div 1 (vote for one) Bradley E Ambrosier – Republican Elkhart District Court Judge Dist 26 Div 3 (vote for one) Linda Gilmore - Republican Hugoton Commissioner Dist 1 (vote for one) Joe D Thompson - Republican Hugoton Township Clerk (Moscow) (vote for one) Linda J Shaddix – Republican Moscow Supreme Court for Justice (vote yes or no) Position No. 4 Eric S Rosen Topeka Position No 6 Lee Johnson Caldwell Court of Appeals for Judge (vote yes or no) Position No. 1 Stephen D Hill Topeka Position No. 4 Patrick D McAnany Overland Park Position No. 5 Kim R Schroeder Hugoton Position No. 7 Henry W Green Jr Leavenworth Position No. 10 Anthony J Powell Wichita Position No. 11 Tom Malone Wichita Position No. 12 Michael B Buser Overland Park Position No. 13 Melissa Taylor Standridge Leawood Constitutional Amendment (vote yes or no) § 3d. Regulation of “raffles” authorized. Notwithstanding the provisions of section 3 of article 15 of the constitution of the state of Kansas, the legislature may authorize the licensing, conduct and regulation of charitable raffles by nonprofit religion, charitable, fraternal, educational and veterans organizations. A raffle means a game of chance in which each participant buys a ticket or tickets from a nonprofit organization with each ticket providing an equal chance to win a prize and the winner being determined by a random drawing. Such organizations shall not use an electronic gaming machine or vending machine to sell tickets or conduct raffles. No such nonprofit organization shall contract with a professional raffle or other lottery vendor to manage, operate or conduct any raffle. Raffles shall be licensed and regulated by the Kansas department of revenue, office of charitable gaming or successor agency.

“We are thankful for the men and women who have served, and currently serve, to protect this great nation,” said Applebee’s President Steve Layt.

“We’re excited to show our gratitude again this year by serving free meals to our military heroes on Veterans Day, and by partnering with our neighborhoods to help servicemembers in ways that will improve their everyday lives.”

Applebee’s Thank You Movement Since creating the Thank You Movement in 2011 to collect messages of appreciation for each of the 24 million current and former members of the United States’ Armed Forces, Applebee’s has received more than 6.7 million personal “Thank You” messages through the movement’s Web site: www.thankyoumovement.com.

Visitors to thank youmovement.com can thank a Veteran by writing a personal Thank You message to be posted in real time on the Web site. This year, the community can tell the story of a Veteran, active service member or military family in need by describing their situation, including their service and what household item might make their everyday lives a little easier or more comfortable. Applebee’s will say thanks by fulfilling some of those needs.

Applebee’s Thank You Meals During Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11, veterans and active duty military can choose a dish from the free Thank You Meal menu.

Guests will need to provide proof of service, which includes U.S. Uniform Services Identification Card, U.S. Uniform Services Retired Identification Card, Current Leave and Earnings Statement, Veterans Organization Card, photograph in uniform or wearing uniform, DD214, Citation or Commendation.

Offer is valid for dine-in only.

Applebee’s Thank You Meals will be offered during normal business hours Tuesday, November 11. Hours vary by location, so guests should call their local Applebee’s restaurant in advance to inquire about specific location hours. Applebee’s encourages guests to call their local Applebee’s or visit www.applebees.com for more information.

Submitted by Applebee’s Neighborhood Bar and Grill.

For most people, Christmas comes December 25, but for hunters and anglers, the best gifts arrive one month earlier. November marks the start of four hunting and fishing seasons that are a mustdo in the Sunflower State, and if you’ve never partaken in these fall festivities, you may want to reconsider your plans this upcoming month.

TROUT FISHING: NOVEMBER 1 - APRIL 15 From November 1, 2014April 15, 2015, anglers can enjoy some of the best fishing opportunities in the state as nearly 30 public fishing areas will be stocked periodically with this special species.

Special permits apply, so consult the 2014 Fishing Regulations Summary for complete details on your favorite waters.

To view a complete trout stocking schedule for a specific location, visit ksoutdoors.com and click “Fishing / Special Fishing Programs for You / Trout Fishing Program.”

GOOSE HUNTING If wild turkeys aren’t your idea of a hardy holiday bird, consider bagging a goose this season. Hunters can pursue geese during the following seasons: Canada Geese Season: November 1-9, 2014 AND November 12, 2014-February 15, 2015 Daily bag limit: 6 (including Brant). Possession limit: 18.

White-Fronted Geese Season: November 1-December 14, 2014 AND January 17-February 15, 2015 Daily bag limit: 2. Possession limit: 6.

Light Geese Season: November 1-9, 2014 AND November 12, 2014-February 15, 2015 Daily bag limit: 50. No possession limit.

PHEASANT AND QUAIL SEASON Recent rains leading to increased brood-rearing habitat across the state have several areas harboring more birds this year. Consider taking a peek at the 2014 Upland Bird Forecast on ksoutdoors.com to locate your next hunting

honey pot.

Pheasant Regular Season: November 8, 2014 - January 31, 2015 Youth Season: November 1-2, 2014 Daily Bag Limit: 4 cocks in regular season, 2 cocks in youth season.

NOTE: Pheasants in possession for transportation must retain intact a foot, plumage, or some part that will determine sex.

Quail Regular Season: November 8, 2014 - January 31, 2015 Youth Season: November 1-2, 2014 Daily Bag Limit: 8 in regular season, 4 in youth season.

SANDHILL CRANES Although not as widely sought-after as geese and ducks, sandhill cranes are a challenging quarry to hunt.

Consider experiencing this unique season this year.

Season: November 5 2014Jauary 1, 2015

Daily bag limit: 3. Possession limit: 9.

All sandhill crane hunters must take an online crane identification test each year before obtaining the required federal permit to hunt. The test can be found by visiting ksoutdoors.com and clicking “Hunting / Migratory Birds / Sandhill Crane.”

Quivira and Kirwin National Wildlife Refuge are closed to crane hunting.

November marks the beginning of several hunting seasons in Kansas.

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OPEN HOUSE WILL BE HELD ON THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16th & 23rd FROM 5:30 – 7:00 PM Nestled into a large lot full of mature trees, this home offers 1312 sq. ft. of living space. With two bedrooms, 1 bath, kitchen, laundry room, breakfast nook and two living areas, one of which could certainly be used as a 3rd bedroom, there are a multitude of possibilities here! Also a single car detached garage, carport and storage shed in a huge back yard!

Legal Description: Hugoton OT, Block 69, South 35’ of Lot 5 and all of Lot 6, City of Hugoton, Kansas Auction Terms and Conditions: A non-refundable earnest money deposit of $1500.00 is due at the time of signing the real estate contract. Seller has the right to accept or reject the high and final bid. Financing should be pre arranged to make a cash purchase.

Taxes: Seller shall pay 2013 and all prior years. 2014 taxes will be prorated to date of closing. Current year taxes are $1194.34 Possession: Possession will be given at closing, Closing shall occur on or before December 10th, 2014. Closing shall take place at American Title, 217 N. Kansas Ave., in Liberal, Kansas.

Title Insurance: Title Insurance and closing costs will be shared equally between buyer and seller.

Easements: Sale of the property is subject to any and all easements, restrictions and roadways of record.

Disclosure: Gatlin Auction and Heritage Real Estate Group Inc., represent the seller exclusively. The property is being sold on an “AS IS, WHERE IS” basis and no warranty or representation, either expressed or implied concerning the property is made by the seller or the auction company/broker. Each potential bidder is responsible for conducting their own independent inspection, investigations, inquiries, and due diligence concerning the property as to structural, electrical, termites, and or lead based paint. The information contained in the brochure is believed to be accurate, but is subject to verification by all parties relying on it. Buyers Premium does not apply to real estate.

REAL ESTATE WILL SELL AT 12:30 PM. FURNITURE – APPLIANCES - HOUSEHOLD Micro Suede Double Recliner Love Seat; Tan Rocker Glider; Nice Overstuffed Parlor Chair; Several Curio Cabinets; Small Corner Knick Knack Shelf; Writing Desk; Waterfall Style Cedar Chest; Regular Bed; Bedroom Chests; Regular Size Tempurpedic Flex Bed; Small China Hutch; Occasional and End Tables; Stereo Cabinet; TOSHIBA 40” FLAT SCREEN TV; Whirlpool Refrigerator; Whirlpool Portable Dishwasher; Whirlpool Washer and Gas Dryer; Maytag Gas Stove; Kenmore Upright Freezer; Magic Chef Microwave; Books; Knick Knacks; Wall Hangings; Plant Stands; Lamps; Upright Fan; Kitchen ware; Pots, Pans; Small Kitchen Appliances; Seasonal Decorations; Stoneware Dishes; Shark Upright Sweeper; Bissell Upright; Bedding; Towels; Yard Tools.

ANTIQUES AND COLLECTIBLES Antique Spongeware Water Cooler; Antique Wooden Water Barrel; Griswold Dutch Oven; Coal Bucket; Oil Cans; Cream Can; Oil Lamps; Spongeware Wash Basin and Pitcher; Large Selection of Fashion and Costume Jewelry; Belt Buckles; 50’s Kitchen Items; Syrup Pitchers; Stacked Watt Pottery Bowls #63, #64, #65; McCoy Wishing Well Salt and Pepper Shakers; Blue Band Churn; Crock Jugs; Windmills; Eagle Figurines; Indian and Western Figurines; Avon; BB Gun; Quilt Racks; Soda and Stopper Bottles; Jim Beam Bottles; Singer Model 99K Sewing Machine (possibly feather weight??); Vintage Composition Dolls; Records; Old Ivory China; Telephone Candy Container; Cook Books; Clips and Reloading Dies for M1 Carbine.

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PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, October 23, 2014) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF F. E. GILLESPIE, DECEASED Case No. 14PR48 NOTICE TO CREDITORS THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You and each of you will take notice that on the 17th day of October, 2014, Milton Gillespie was appointed as Executor of the Estate of F. E. Gillespie, deceased, and duly qualified as such Executor; and letters testamentary were issued to him on October 20, 2014, by the District Court of

Milton Gillespie Executor TATE & KITZKE L.L.C. 1024 S. Trindle, P. O. Box 909 Hugoton, KS 67951-0909 (620) 544-2103 Attorneys for the Executor

PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, October 23, 2014) 3t DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY STATE OF KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Zelma Frances Colvin, DECEASED. Case No. 14-PR-47 NOTICE OF HEARING AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS The State of Kansas To All Persons Concerned: You are hereby notified that on October 10, 2014 a Petition was filed in this Court by James Harold Allen, named executor of Zelma Frances Colvin, deceased praying that the deceased Will be admitted to Probate and he be appointed executor of the Estate and be granted Letters Testamentary.

KDWPT to host buffalo auction

Stevens County, Kansas. All parties interested in the estate will govern themselves accordingly.

All creditors of the decedent are notified to exhibit their demands against the estate within the later of four (4) months from the date of the first publication of this notice under K.S.A. 59-2236 and amendments thereto, or if the identity of the creditor is known or reasonably ascertainable, within 30 days after actual notice was given as provided by law, and if their demands is not thus exhibited, they shall be forever barred.

Heartland 4-H Club Junior Officers are back row Krya Shelton-President, Jamyn WoltersVice President and Molly McClure-Secretary.

In the front are Tegan Wolters and Allison Goode-Devotion Leaders, John SheltonRecreation and Jayce Heger-Treasurer.

Heartland 4-H Senior Officers Emma McClure-President, Allen Shelton-Treasurer, Casle Heger-Vice President, Nicholas Bryan-Histo-

rian, Toby McClure-Secretary, Kayle WoltersRecreation, Victoria Bryan-Parlimentary and not pictured is Megan Bryan-Reporter.

You are required to file your written defenses thereto on or before November 14, 2014, at 10:00 o’clock a.m. of such day, in this Court, in the City of Hugoton in Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the Petition.

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

LAW OFFICE OF DANIEL H. DIEPENBROCK, P.A. Nicolas B. Porter, SC# 23149 nporter@diepenbrockpa.com 223 N. Kansas – P.O. Box 2677 Liberal, KS 67905-2677 (620) 626-8502 (620) 626-6804 (facsimile) Attorney for Petitioner

Mountain Lion confirmed in Labette County A deer hunter from Labette County got a surprise recently when he checked his trail camera he had set up for deer. He found a single image of a mountain lion walking away, down the trail, the characteristic long tail prominently displayed. Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) staff visited the site last week and verified the photo’s authenticity. This is the tenth mountain lion verified by KDWPT since 2007, but the first in almost two years.

The first confirmed mountain lion in 2007 was killed by an individual in Barber County. Since then, most of the sightings have been confirmed with photographs

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taken by remote, motion-triggered cameras commonly used by deer hunters to keep track of deer movement near their stands.

In each instance, KDWPT staff traveled to the sites where photos were taken to validate the photographs.

Staff investigates sightings whenever evidence, such as tracks, a cached kill or a photograph exists. Biologists as-

sume most sightings are of transient young males, coming from established populations in nearby states.

“It’s not uncommon for young males to travel great distances looking for home ranges,” said Matt Peek, KDWPT furbearer biologist.

“So far, these animals appear to be passing through, rather than staying and establishing home ranges in Kansas.”

The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) will host its annual Maxwell Wildlife Refuge Buffalo Auction Wednesday, November 12 at 11:00 a.m.

Approximately 55 buffalo from the KDWPT herd will be available for purchase, including three cows; five yearling heifers; eight heifer calves; seven cow/calf pairs; ten yearling bulls; eight twoyear-old bulls; and seven bull calves. The corrals are located six miles north and one and a quarter miles west of Canton.

Auctioneer services will be provided by Lyle Leppke and Roger Hiebert, and lunch and concessions will be served by Friends of Maxwell.

The Department reserves the right to reject any or all bids. All purchases must be paid in cash. Personal checks will be accepted if accompanied by a notarized authorization letter from the issuing bank.

Buffalo over one year old will be brucellosis and tuberculosis tested and accompanied by a health certificate.

Heifer calves will be vaccinated for brucellosis and certificates will be issued.

Buyers must pick up buffalo the day of the sale or make arrangements with the refuge manager prior to the sale. Animals become buyer’s responsibility upon settlement on sale day. Load out assistance is available until dusk. Stock racks and trailers should be covered or lined as buffalo transport is best done in darkened conditions.

For more information, call refuge manager Cliff Peterson at (620) 628-4592, KDWPT Wichita Regional Office at (316) 683-8069, or KDWPT Pratt Operations Office at (620) 672-5911.

Kansas reaches agreements for Republican River Compact disputes Kansas, Colorado and Nebraska officials announced Wednesday that the three states have signed agreements resolving several Republican River Compact issues. One of the agreements ensures that the Kansas Bostwick Irrigation District in north central Kansas will have a viable irrigation water supply for the 2015 growing season while providing Nebraska certainty of the effectiveness of its compact compliance efforts. The other agreement ensures that Colorado and Kansas will work towards improving Kansas’ water supply on the South Fork Republican River while authorizing Colorado to receive credit in the Compact accounting for operating its augmentation project on the North Fork Republican River.

“I’m pleased with the agreements we’ve come to with our neighbors in Nebraska and Colorado. There

is still work to be done to strengthen our relationships and to administer the Compact together, but today’s agreements are very important steps towards a much better long-term situation,” Jackie McClaskey, Kansas Secretary of Agriculture said.

Kansas Gov. Brownback understands how important water is to the citizens of Kansas and is willing to fight for the water needs of the state and has directed his administration to work with Colorado and Nebraska to reach an agreement.

The two resolutions finalizing the agreements were unanimously approved in a special meeting of the Republican River Compact Administration held Wednesday in Denver, Colorado.

“The Kansas team worked hard with our neighbors in Nebraska and Colorado to develop common-sense proposals that protect Kansas’

rights under the Compact while balancing certainty and flexibility for all three states.

We are encouraged by these agreements and will continue to work with Nebraska and Colorado to resolve the Republican River issues that still separate us. This is what the water users of Kansas, Nebraska and Colorado rightly expect of us,” McClaskey said.

Officials from the Kansas Department of Agriculture and the Kansas Water Office will be holding informational meetings in the areas affected in the Republican River Basin over the next few months to update local stakeholders on the current agreements between the states and to learn more about local needs and concerns.

The recent agreements between the states can be found online at agriculture.ks.gov.

Wranglers 4-H Club discuss various activities in November

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The October meeting for the Wranglers 4-H club was called to order by President Kaitlyn Dobie. The flag salute, pledge and motto were said. Roll Call was “What is your favorite thing about school?” Minutes from the last meeting were unavailable as the secretary’s book was being judged. Thank-you notes from Molly McClure, Nancy Honig and Josh Morris were presented to the club.

The treasurer’s report was approved as read. Carla Kerbow gave the leader’s report, reminding the club of the Achievement Banquet Sunday, October 19. She also discussed the 48 Hours of 4-H Volunteer Service October 11 and 12. Hunter safety education classes will be October

11-12, as well as November 1-2. Project enrollment cards are due to the Extension Office by November 15. The Wranglers will be in charge of clean-up for the Pheasant Heaven Charities meal. A plant was purchased for Montana Beesley’s funeral from the Wranglers.

The election of officers was held. New officers are as follows: President Brooklynne Hinds, Vice President Addy Gooch, Secretary McKenzie Hinds, Treasurer Grace Dillinger, Reporter Gillian Heger, Historian Jewels Kraisinger, and Parliamentarians Jacob Bell and Frances Gaskill.

Discussion took place concerning National 4-H week and 48 hours of community

service, with various activities being held that weekend.

The Wranglers will be at Pioneer Manor Sunday to play bingo with residents, October 12, at 2:00 pm. Also discussed were new 4-H t-shirts, Kaitlyn Dobie is in charge of finding some possible designs.

Jacob Bell led the club in recreation. “Name Bingo” was played, with winners receiving small prizes. Jacob also announced the following meeting’s program.

The meeting was adjourned with refreshments being provided by the Kerbows, the Bells, and the Kraisingers.

Submitted by Wrangler 4-H Reporter Gillian Heger.

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MHS Honor Rolls are announced The First Quarter Honor Rolls for the Moscow High School have been released.

Students making the Superintendent’s Honor Roll are Carley Hockett, Kaitlyn Dobie, Tapanga Dahle, Vance Thompson, Madison Owens, Maggie White and Miranda Christensen.

Students making the Principal’s Honor Roll were Zachary Pierson, Alejandra Moran, Maria Cecenas, Rubi Valdez, Alex Pierson, Kelsi Mueller, Madilyn Fleming, Adrianna Salcedo, Haziel Rojo, Jaylen Mendez, Ashli Huss, Madison Hall, Bryan Erives and Grayson Christensen.

Tim Freed did an outstanding job of decorating the yard for Halloween. Shown is just a portion of the decorations. He did great carrying out

Cheri’s plans. It is worth a drive by to see the yard.

Jim and Wanda Shaddix travel to Las Vegas Jim and Wanda Shaddix left Moscow Thursday, October 23 for a trip to Las Vegas to watch their granddaughter, Abbi Shaddix, play in the intercollegiate golf tournament. Abbi is a student at

North Texas in Denton, Tx. The tournament was October 27 and 28 at Boulder City.

She will travel to Florida with the golf team and play in a tournament there the following weekend.

Jim and Wanda went first to Laughlin, Nv. where they met Wanda’s sister Ida Langle, of Roland Heights Ca. and also her brother Tim Jensen of Gunnison, Co. While in Vegas they were joined by Jim’s brothers and their wives, Joey Shaddix of Tulsa, Ok. and Steve Shaddix of Hollis, Ok. They will travel home through Gunnison, Co. for a stay with Wanda’s brother on the way home.

The Moscow Junior High School Superintendent’s Honor Roll has been released.

Students making the roll were Axel Granillo, Morgan Fleming, Clemente Rojo, Yamilet Rojo, Stacey Enns, Luis Martinez and Gerardo Garcia.

Students making the Principal’s Honor Roll were Bradley Huss, Trenton Kennedy, Jose Gonzalez, Jessie James, Nathaniel Eshbaugh, Isabella Hall, Justin Blakeley, Annha Eshbaugh, Austin Snyder, Lydia Owens, Jody Fankhouser, Alyson Christensen, Alikzavier Briggs, Reed Brazeal and Mara Ricks.

MHS volleyball team wins league tourney Tuesday, October 21. The high school team won the tournament defeating Rolla and Deerfield.

Madilyn Fleming tips the ball to the opponent’s side of the net.

Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll.

Trunk or Treat will be at UMC October 31 - Moscow Recreation Halloween Carnival in the City Park starting at 5:00 p.m.

There will be games and candy for all ages.

- Moscow Fire Department

annual Chili Feed at the fire house starting at 4:30 p.m.

November 8 - Moscow United Methodist Church annual Bazaar at 5:00 p.m.

The Moscow United Methodist Church will again be having Trunk or Treat for the children on Halloween.

Anyone who would like to park at the church and give out treats from their car are

most welcome to do so. This is a good event especially for the rural folks to get in on the fun, and provide a safe and fun place for the little ones to be out and show off their costumes.

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MOSCOW NEWS

by Judy Hickert

MJH Honor Rolls are released

Jessie James serves in the Moscow Junior High games at Deerfield. Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll.

The Moscow High School and Moscow Junior High volleyball teams participated in their league tournaments

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Grayson Christensen sets the ball during volleyball action at league. Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll.

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Flag Football is offered this year

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By Phoebe Brummett

Thursday, October 30 - Spook Parade; 3:00 p.m.

- Pioneer Electric Tailgate Party; 5:00 p.m.

- High School Football vs Moscow at Home: 7:00 p.m.

(Parent’s Night 6:45 p.m.)

Friday, October 31 - ARGH - No School - Halloween party in Multi-Purpose Room; 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Sunday, November 2 - Daylight Savings Time Ends Monday, November 3 - High School Scholars'

Bowl at Satanta 4:00 p.m.

Tuesday, November 4 - Wichita Children's Threatre at Satanta 9:30 a.m. Kindergarten-third - Election Wednesday, November 5 - KU Honors at Seward County Community College 7:00 p.m.

- Wichita Children’s Theatre at Satanta fourth-fifth 9:30 a.m.

- Rolla Junior High Vocal Clinic 9:00 a.m.

- Concert at 2:30 p.m.

Rolla Recreation sponsored a flag football team this year. The games were played Sunday afternoons and kindergarten through second graders enjoyed the time playing. Bob Easterwood and Stacy Burrows gave of their time to coach these awesome future football players.

Visit Fall Fun Party before trick or treating

Flag football players are back row Bob Easterwood and Stacy Burrows. In the middle row are Matthew Easterwood, Rylan Williams,

Brayden Stewart and Aidan Allen. In front are Remi Hull, Ethan Glave, Jayden Munn, Hunter Burrows, Jonas Mauk and Elijah Torres.

Scholars Bowl team opens with a win

Spook Parade will be Thursday Spooks will be wandering the halls Thursday, October 30 at Rolla.

The annual spook parade will be at 3:00 p.m. in the old gym. Elementary students who do not wish to participate may be picked up at 2:30 p.m. Stu-

dents who are participating will be released to get changed into their costumes at 2:30 p.m. No weapons or gory costumes please. The community is encouraged and welcome to attend.

PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, October 30, 2014) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Martin Araiza-Nunez, deceased, CASE NO.14-PR-49 NOTICE OF HEARING THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that Petition has been filed in this Court by Erika Araiza, sister of Martin AraizaNunez, deceased, praying Letters of Administration be granted to her as Administrator of the Estate of Martin Araiza-Nunez, deceased.

You are required to file your written defenses thereto on or before November 21, 2014, at 9:30 A.M., in this District Court 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 the latter of four months from the date of first publication of notice under K.S.A. 592236 and amendments thereto, or if the identity of the creditor is known or reasonably ascertainable, 30 days from actual notice was given as provided by law, and if their demands are not thus exhibited, they shall be forever barred.

Scholars’ Bowl members are left to right Henry Wiebe, Chandler Huddleston, Chandler Burrows and Garry Norton.

Final home game is Thursday Thursday, October 30 will be the final home game for the Rolla Pirates against the Moscow Wildcats. Parents' Night activities will be at 6:45 p.m. prior to kickoff at 7:00 p.m. There will be no charge for this game, courtesy of Farm Bureau Insurance/Jeff Ramsey, agent of Hugoton, Brad Musgrove Insurance of Hugoton, First National Bank

of Elkhart and Rolla, State Farm/Mindy Dougherty, Agent, Joe and Cheyrl Archuleta of Archuleta's Catering. Pioneer Electric Cooperative will also be sponsoring a tailgate party with free hot dogs, door prizes and more. Come out and support the Pirate football team and enjoy the evening.

Erika Araiza, Petitioner James A. Kuharic, #08952 Brollier, Wolf & Kuharic Box 39, Hugoton, KS 67951 (620) 544-8555 Attorney for Petitioner

ARGH students enjoy seeing this Z-donk, a cross between a zebra and a donkey, when they visited El Rancho Exotica Zoo.

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ARGH students visit Exotica Zoo A trip to the zoo is always a fun treat for kids but a trip to an exotic animal farm is a on a whole new level! Friday, October 17, 80 students and staff members from the ARGH program traveled to the El Rancho Exotica Zoo near Liberal.

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Monday to Friday

Dominador Perido, M.D. General Surgery Office Hours 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Monday

Rolla High School Scholars’ Bowl has begun again with a win. Rolla traveled to Meade Monday, October 20 for the competition. Rolla brought home the first place win against all the teams who participated there. The community is looking forward to another great season for the team!

Congratulations to Coach Kris Hall and her team.

There is a haunted house in Rolla, or there will be Friday, October 31.

ARGH would like to invite the Richfield, Dermot and Rolla communities to attend the Fall Fun Party from 4:00 until 6:00 p.m. The senior class will be hosting a haunted house upstairs in the old high school. Other activities include refreshment table, cake walk, toilet toss game, hole in one golf, apple biting, face painting, slider game, cards and Just Dance 2014.

The winners of the ARGH pumpkin decorating contest will be announced. Pioneer Electric will be here to share and play a buzzer game.

Please come and spend some time at the Haunted School before you trick or treat around town. Have a happy and safe Halloween!

Manuel Caga-anan, M.D. Internal Medicine Office Hours 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Thursday

Haley McCammon, PA-C Office Hours 9:00 to 12:00 noon Friday Supported and Sponsored by Morton County Health System Elkhart, KS

Knudsen and his family own and operate this zoo. The highlight for most of the students was seeing a Z-donk, a cross between a zebra and a donkey. The group enjoyed a sack lunch before returning to Rolla.

Hannah Dunn poses with her horse that she rides in the Little Britches Rodeo circuit.

Hannah Dunn wins honors at Lakin Hannah Dunn continues to ride in the Little Britches Rodeo circuit. The weekend of October 25 and 26, she rode in Lakin. Saturday, she placed first in goats, third in trail and fourth in dally ribbon. Sunday brought more wins for her. She took second in goats, third in trail,

and first in dally ribbon.

Hannah is the daughter of Andy and Mandy Dunn of Richfield and is currently attending Garden City Community College where she is a member of the college rodeo team. Congratulations, Hannah!

Vicky Ellis is honored with retirement party People from around the Richfield area gathered together on Sunday, October 26 to say thank you and good luck to Richfield Postmaster Vicky Ellis. Vicky retired at the end of September after serving as clerk for four years and nine months then postmaster for 33 years in Richfield.

She has been a mainstay in the community, volunteering in many capacities, including serving as the Best Yet 4-H club leader, a USD 217 school board member and being a cake decorator on the side. Vicky and her husband, Doc, raised two children, Darrell and Annette, just outside the Richfield city limits. They also have four grandchildren, Garrett, Morgan, Bethany and Wyatt Ellis. Vicky plans to remain in Richfield and

Katy Murray and Chandler Huddleston are invited to attend the Kansas Honors Program at SCCC.

Seniors are invited to Kansas Honors Program

Vicky Ellis is honored with a retirement party last Sunday.

Vicky plans to continue volunteering for her community. discovering how much busier life will be after retiring. Congratulations and good luck, Vicky! You will be missed!

Rolla High School seniors Katie Murray, daughter of Jim and Suzanne Murray, and Chandler Huddleston, son of Mickey and Tina Huddleston, have been invited to attend the Kansas Honors Program Wednesday, November 5 at Seward County Community College. The Kansas Honors Program recognizes and awards high school seniors for their academic achievements. Each year, KU alumni gather in more than 37 locations across the state for an awards ceremony and honorary dinner or reception.

All high school seniors who rank academically in the top 10 percent of their class are asked to attend as guests of the Association with their parents, principals, counselors and superintendents.

The program has been a KU tradition since 1971. Each Kansas Honor Scholar receives a certificate and a special edition of Webster’s New College Dictionary and has a chance to qualify for a $4000 scholarship to KU. Congratulations to Katie and Chandler for a job well done!

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Essay contest of offered by Native Sons and Daughters of Kansas Students who love Kansas are invited to enter the annual essay contest /Kansas! Say It Above a Whisper, /sponsored by the Native Sons and Daughters of Kansas. This contest focuses on state pride and is open to Kansas students in grades eight through 12. Essays must be limited to 250 words (about one doublespaced typewritten page) and must be submitted electronically by email no later than November 28, 2014. The essay should include the author’s name, school, grade, mailing

address, and phone number.

Send entries to: Terry Marmet, Kansas Historical Foundation, membership@kshs.org <mailto:membership@kshs.org >. Include “Boyd Essay Contest” in the subject line of the email.

Early day Kansas newspaperwoman Mamie Boyd coined the phrase that is used for the contest title. Her family continues to provide the cash award for the first place winner. Past essays have described interesting and strong-hearted Kansans, the state’s vast grain

(First Published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, October 16, 2014)

crops and grasslands, diversities in population, and the emotions and pride called to mind by the state’s unique beauty.

A panel from the Kansas Historical Society and the Foundation will judge entries.

Judges look for quality of writing, originality, creativity, and sincerity in expressing pride in the state of Kansas. Winners will be announced and recognized at the annual meeting of the Native Sons and Daughters of Kansas, Friday, January 30, 2015, in Topeka. For more in-

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DELINQUENT PERSONAL PROPERTY TAXES 2013 In Accordance with 19-547 law general statute 1982 Kansas, the following Personal Property Tax Warrants were returned by the Sheriff of Stevens County, Kansas to my office this October, 2014 Vanessa Willis Stevens County County Treasurer ACOSTA, APRIL ACOSTA, APRIL ACOSTA, ARTHUR ACOSTA, ARTHUR ADAMS, DAVID W ADAMS, DOUGLAS N AGUIRRE, SUSAN ALEXANDER, PEGGY AMAVISCA, LINDA ARMSTRONG, JACK ARMSTRONG, RALPH ARNAUD, KATHERINE C ATWATER, GEO J FBO BARKLEY ATWATER AVILA, MARCELINO OR MARISELA BAIRD, GERALDINE BAKER, MARK BARNSTABLE, CHRISTOPHER JAMES BARNSTABLE, CHRISTOPHER JAMES BARTELS, DAVID BARTELS, DAVID BARTELS, DAVID BARTELS, ELSIE EST BARTON, STELLA KINSER BEALL, EDWARD C BEAVERS, TIMOTHY D BELL, MICHAEL EST BENEFIELD, ELAINE VICTORIA BIGHAM, RONALD & JUNE BIGHAM, RONNIE D BLACKBURN, JUDY NELL BLACKBURN, MICHAEL REX BLACKBURN, PHYLLIS JO BOLINGER, HARRY BONJORNI, DOROTHY M BRASTED, DAVID H BRECHEISEN, MARION W BRECHEISEN, MARION W BRIGGS, ISABEL BURROWS, VERL E FAM TR BURROWS, VERL E FAM TR BURROWS, VERL E FAM TR CARR, THOMAS CHILDS, ROBERT L CHILDS, ROBERT L CHILDS, ROBERT L COKELEY, MARCELLA COLUMBIAN PETROLEUM PARTNERS COSTELLO, JOHN H CRANE, CHERILEE CRESS, RITA CRESS, RITA CROWLEY, JUDY CUNNINGHAM, LEISA R CUNNINGHAM, LEISA R CUSTOM WELDING & REPAIR CYPHER, TODD J CYPHER, TODD J DANE, EVELYN HOWARD DAVIS, LINDA ANN DAVIS, TRENT DECKER, MARY THERESA DEERFIELD, TERESA C LE DELA CRUZ P EXEQUEL DION, JEFFERY D DRURY, PATRICIA DUFF, RUSSELL E & ELOISE FAM TR DUNLAP, NATALIE JOAN LIV TR DUNLAP, NATALIE JOAN LIV TR DUNLAP, NATALIE JOAN LIV TR DUNN, JAMES M ELLIS, CLARA MARTHA A/K/A ELROD, HUBERT K LIV TR FEHR-REIMER, GUILLERMO FILIPPINI, PAULINE J FISHER, CRAIG FLUMMERFELT, TOMMY L FORTNER, AVICE FRANKS, JULIE FRANKS, JULIE FRIEDMAN, SUSAN L FRUHLING, EVERENE GARCIA, LUIS GERBER, LURLINE A LT GERBER, LURLINE A LT GILBERT, CHARLIE OR JANIE GILMORE, EDDIE GILMORE, EDDIE GISSENDANNER, BILLY J GISSENDANNER, DEBORAH GISSENDANNER, LYNN GLB METERS GONZALEZ, JOSE A GOSSETT, ESLYN (IN SUSPENSE) GOSSETT, PHYLLIS EST GOSSETT, TAMARA LYNN GRAHAM, JANE GREENFIELD GRANDSTAFF CONSTRUCTION GRANT, JOHN L GRAYHAWK LEASING LLC GREEN, AARON C GREEN, AARON C GREGG, JAY GROGAN, KENNETH VERNON GROSVENOR, SARA MARDELLE GUNN, RHONDA D HAMILTON, WILBUR JUNIOR TR HANLIN, AMY JO HANLIN, TERESA KAY HARRIS, KENNETH B HARRIS, KENNETH B HAVLIN, VADA LOIS HAWKINS, JEFFREY TODD HEGER, CHRISTOPHER (LANCE) HENSCHEL, MYRNA L HERALD, JERRY RAY HERALD, JERRY RAY HERMINGHOUSE, ANTHONY C HIGDON FAMILY TR HIGH PLAINS PRODUCTION LLC HOERNER, JOHN ANDREW II HOLSTON, JULIE ANNE DAVIS HOLT, DANNY L HOOD, JOHN CURTIS HOPE CO LLC HOPE CO LLC HOPE CO LLC HOWARD, ADRIAN MILLER HOWELL, FAYE LEACH HUBBARD, LINDA V HUBER, K H & VIRGINIA FAM TR HUBER, ROBERT EARL HUGHES, MARY HUGHES, MELODIE HULL, DOUGLAS B EST HULL, DOUGLAS B TR HUNTER, GEORGE W JOHNSON, DAVID JONES, MARY F JONES, MARY F JONES, MARY F JONES, RICHARD FAM TR JONES, RICHARD FAM TR JONES, ROBERT E JOSLIN, THOMAS EDWARD JOSLIN, THOMAS EDWARD JOSLIN, THOMAS EDWARD JOSLIN, THOMAS EDWARD

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formation, contact Terry Marmet, director of operations, Kansas Historical Foundation, 785-272-8681, ext. 209; mem bership@kshs.org <mailto: membership@kshs.org>.

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PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, October 30, 2014) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF Cuylor James Loewen Cross to change his name CASE NO.14-CV-36 NOTICE OF HEARING

Cuylor James Loewen Cross, Petitioner

THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that Petition for Change of Name has been filed in this Court by Cuylor James Loewen Cross praying for an order and judgment of this Court changing

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his name from “Cuylor James Loewen Cross” to “Cuylor James Miller”.

You are required to file your written defenses thereto on or before December 17, 2014, at 10:00 a.m. in the District Court 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.

James A. Kuharic, #08952 Brollier, Wolf & Kuharic Box 39, Hugoton, KS 67951 (620) 544-8555 Attorney for Petitioner

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The Hugoton Hermes

Thursday, October 30, 2014

The key to cooking with pumpkins Autumn is ripe with vibrant colors and scenery.

One of the more vivid sights this time of year are the bright, orange pumpkins that adorn walkways and front porches of homes and businesses. Not only are pumpkins ideal for decorating, but they’re also great to eat.

Some people who plan to carve jack-o-lanterns mistakenly believe the same type of pumpkin can be used in their favorite recipes. But what carving pumpkins have in visual flair, they usually lack in flavor and substance. Instead, would-be pumpkin cookers should look to other varieties if they plan to serve pumpkin on the menu.

Pumpkins are available from September through December, but they peak in October.

Many smaller pumpkins are better and sweeter for cooking. Mini pumpkins, sugar, cheese, and pie pumpkins are varieties commonly used in recipes. The big jack-olantern pumpkins have stringy, watery flesh and will provide little to no pulp for cooking.

Select a pumpkin as you would any other type of squash. Look for a firm pumpkin with no bruises or soft spots. The pumpkin also should have a deep orange color. Store pumpkins in a

cool, dark area until ready for use to prolong freshness.

Wash the exterior of the pumpkin in cool water before cutting to remove any dirt and bacteria on the surface of the pumpkin so it won’t be transferred to the pulp of the pumpkin.

Slice the pumpkin in half and remove the seeds and any stringy material. Rinse and save the seeds for planting or roasting. Put the pumpkin pieces in the microwave to cook or you can steam or bake them until the pulp is soft and the pumpkin falls off of the skin. Cool the pumpkins, then puree the pulp until it’s smooth. You may want to strain the pureed pumpkin with a cheese cloth to remove any excess water before using in a pie recipe. Baked breads may benefit from the extra moisture.

Pumpkins are a great source of dietary fiber, vitamin A, vitamin C, riboflavin, potassium, copper, manganese, vitamin E, thiamin, niacin, vitamin B6, folate, iron, calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus. They’re also low in fat and calories. Pumpkin puree can replace the oil in some baking recipes, much as you would use applesauce.

From MetroEditorial Services.

Solution to October 23, 2014 puzzle

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HERMES CLASSIFIEDS Deadline for all classified advertising is MONDAY at 5:00 p.m. All Garage, Yard and/or Moving Sale Ads MUST Be Pre-Paid.

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

HELP WANTED HELP WANTED: Someone to Clean Rental Trailers. Call Jim at 620-428-5033 or 620-544-8202.

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--------------Hermes Classified Deadline:

MONDAYS 5:00 P.M.

MODULE TRUCK DRIVER NEEDED

GIN WORKERS NEEDED

CDL required & pre-employment drug & alcohol test.

Pre-employment drug & alcohol test.

Apply at gin 3 1/2 mi. SW of Moscow Hwy 56 or call 620-598-2008. (tfc41)

Apply at gin 3 1/2 mi. SW of Moscow Hwy 56 or call 620-598-2008. (tfc41)

The Hugoton Hermes is looking for a SPORTS WRITER. Successful applicant must be punctual and detail-oriented.

Sports writer will be expected to cover Hugoton sports.

Call 544-4321

Tarbet Construction

Truck Driver Wanted

is currently seeking a Truck Driver.

CDL required. Benefits offered. Drug test required.

Must have CDL and clean MVR. You are home every night, health insurance provided and 401K available.

You must fill out application at office 1 mile south of Cimarron at Tim Dewey Trucking.

Office: 620-855-3188 or Darren 620-357-1710. (tfc26)

Call 620-356-2110 to apply.

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TRANSPORT & BOBTAIL DRIVERS WANTED

for very progressive, family-oriented company.

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

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

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

Wheatridge Park Care Center is looking for energetic, responsible and reliable people to join our dynamic team of caring individuals!

DIETARY COOK/ AIDE We are currently looking for a DIETARY COOK/AIDE to do food preparation, beverages, cleaning and other activities within the department. Please see our website www.wheatridgepark.com to apply online.

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NOW HIRING! Field Service Representative Southern Pioneer Electric Company is seeking a professional individual for the position of Field Service Representative. Job responsibilities include but are not limited to: meter installation, field reading, disconnection, reconnection, testing meters and record keeping. Successful applicant will have a high school diploma or equivalent. Interested candidate must have excellent interpersonal communication skills, a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, be self-motivated, enjoy public contact and ability to work with a variety of employees, contracted personnel and consumers under differing circumstances. Experience in advanced computer operations including spreadsheet and word processing required. Working conditions include predominately outside with some inside work in all types of weather with some lifting and overtime required. Southern Pioneer Electric will reward the right person with a competitive compensation and benefit package to include employer provided family medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement and 401(k) plan with employer matching contribution, holidays, vacation and sick leave.

Finalist will be required to successfully pass a post-offer physical examination, an alcohol-drug test and possess a valid Kansas driver’s license. At time of employment, must reside within 15 minutes of the Liberal office building.

Applications are available at www.southernpioneer.net or at our office at 1490 General Welch Blvd., Liberal, KS. Applications or resumes may be mailed to Southern Pioneer Electric Company, ATT: Melissa Morales Human Resources, PO Box 430, Ulysses, KS 67880 emailed to mmorales@pioneerelectric.coop, or hand-delivered to Southern Pioneer Electric, 1490 General Welch Blvd, Liberal, Kansas.

Deadline for submission of applications or resumes is 5:00 p.m., November 7, 2014.

Southern Pioneer Electric is an E.O.E.

Bartlett Cattle has immediate openings for Feed Truck Drivers, Penriders and Cattle Processors at our feedyard in Sublette, KS. The ideal candidate will have experience working at a commercial feedyard.

Bartlett offers a full-benefit package with: paid vacation, health and life insurance premium paid 100% for employee, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and profit sharing for all fulltime employees. ¯

Apply in person or call today - Bartlett Cattle Company, LP Hwy US 83 & US 160, Sublette, KS. 800-860-7290 EOE/AA/D/V/Drug Screen/Background Checks

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CITY OF ROLLA will be accepting applications for a Position with the Maintenance Department.

Utilities provided by Rolla are sewer and water. Benefits included with this posiionn are BCBS health insurance and retirement through Kansas Public Employees Retirement System. Salary is negotiable and will be based on experience. Acquiring certification in small system water supply and waste water will be a requirement of this position.

Applications and resumes can be mailed to PO Box 125, Rolla, Kansas 67954 or e-mailed to rollacty@pld.com, and will be accepted until the position is filled. For more information on the position you can contact Cory Lewis at 620-428-1068.

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CURRENT OPENINGS at Stevens County Healthcare

FOR SALE FOR SALE: 2010 SuperCab F250 4x4 XLT 102,000 miles. 5.4L V8 Great shape inside & out! $16,950.

Call 620-598-2995 for more info.

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OCTOBER SALE Prices start at $99 1-800-833-4055 jonesmonument.com 810 N. Kansas - Liberal, KS

JONES MONUMENT

FOR SALE: MAYTAG Portable White Dishwasher. Like new, Jetclean model with quiet pack. All pushbutton controls. This is an exceptional dishwasher. See at 132 S Madison by appointment. Call 544-3000.

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FIREWOOD FOR SALE

Oak, Piñon, Mesquite, Pecan & More Delivery & stacking available

Call DJ @ 620-430-1273(tfc)

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VOTE! VOTE!

GARAGE SALES GARAGE SALE: @ 700 S Harrison, Saturday, November 1, 9am to ????

--------------GARAGE SALE: @208 S. Wilson, Saturday, November 1, 9am to 1pm. Kids Clothes - 0 to Size 6, Bikes - all sizes & Household Items.

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October 30, 2014

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FOR RENT FOR RENT: Beautiful 3 bed/2 bath apartment homes, all appliances, washer/dryer connection, private patio or balcony, kids’ playground, pets welcome.

Westfield Apartment Homes, 910 S. Coulter, Hugoton, KS. 620-544-7605. Equal Housing Opportunity, Handicap Accessible. (tfc35)

-------------FOR RENT: 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments. Furnished or unfurnished. Bills included, washer & dryer and cable. Call 544-2232. (tfc)

--------------FOR RENT: Large Apartment.

Furnished, rock fireplace, 3 bdr, 1 bath, some untilies paid. Call 620-453-1553 after 5pm.

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FOR RENT: 2 bedroom trailer, mostly furnished, uptown, ready now. Call James Olinger 620-428-5033 or 620-544-8202.

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

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

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--------------FOR RENT: Double Wide - 17 miles NW of Hugoton. 3bdr, 2bath, office/utility rm. $800 / month - all utilities paid. Call 620-453-2351.

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ROLLA PLAZA APARTMENTS 1&2 Bedroom Apts

(Rental Assistance Available) Equal Housing Opportunity

For more information call Dayna Folger at (tfc46) 620-492-3698.

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205 S. Van Buren - This is a Fannie Mae HomePath property. This property is approved for HomePath Renovation Mortgage Financing.

917 S Polk St - New Reduced Price!! Seller offers $5K Buyers Incentive!! WOW! 3 bed/2 bath, kitchen w/appliances, family/dining combo, living room with access to covered deck, fence, cen H/A. Cal to see this property!!

1609 S Madison- Beautiful home in the Kallenbach Addition!! 4 bed/3 bath, Built in appliances, fpl, media room, craft/office, and much more!! Call to see this lovely home!

810 S Monroe - Investment Property - 50 x 190 lot with 2 mobilehome hookups. Income Producing!

1012 S Lincoln - Investment property!! 2 bed/1.5 bath, 1260 sf. Call today to view this property!!

609 E. 4th Street - This 4 year old home offers a newly painted interior. All bedrooms have walk-in closets and the unfinished basement is ready for your own design touches. The large back yard contains a very nice sized open patio.

103 E Fourth St. –Rolla, KS- This property is located on two large city lots. The back yard has a storage shed as well as a 20x40 foot metal building with both 220 and 110 electrical already wired inside. The house has large rooms with lots of room for storage.

825 S Polk - Ranch style, 4 bed/2 b, 2 det garages, cen H/A, circle drive, basement, corner lot location! Call today to view this home!!

Call today to schedule a tour!

(620) 544-7605

ED REDUC 1606 S. Eisenhower St. - This 4,560 sq ft., 2 story home has it all. The gourmet kitchen has it all with granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, built in refrigerator, microwave, and dual energy 6 burner range/oven. Fine detailed tile floors and professionally painted and textured walls set off the master bath.

Also, included is the 10x19 greenhouse with skylight, vaulted ceilings, electricity, heating, and air conditioning.

ED REDUC

LOTS FOR SALE

504 S. Wildcat Ct - Nice lot in cul de sac.

19,427 sf. Spikes Addition. Call for details!!

401 & 403 S. Jayhawk Ct - Nice lot & a half in cul de sac. 27,641 sf. Spikes Addition.

Call for details!!

713 East Fifth Ave - Nice lot in cul de sac.

21,855 sf. Spikes Addition. Call for details!!

715 S Adams St- Corner lot location!! 2 bed/2 bath, lg master with WIC, fence, det garage, covered patio, cen H/A. Nice starter!!

905 S. Jackson St.- This home is well taken care of and only minutes away from shopping. The 2 rooms in the basement used as bedrooms, do not have escape windows. The basement is in the process of being remodeled.

910 S. Coulter Hugoton, KS

Beautiful 3 bed/ 2 bath apartment homes, all appliances, washer/dryer connection, private patio or balcony, kids’ playground, pets welcome.

1409 S. Jefferson St. - This Move-in ready home sets on a huge corner lot and in the Kallenbach Addition in South Hugoton. The kitchen is larger enough to impress the most sophisticated chef. And Storage? you can't believe all of the cabinet and shelf space in this home. The back yard contains a 18'x 21' steel shed with concrete floor and garage door. Updated bathrooms, some new carpet, and modern paint colors complete this home ready for you.

129 N. Jackson St. - This beautiful brick home is ready to move into. Huge back yard. Enjoy the heated enclosed patio through the cooler months and the updated kitchen (2005) features a 6-burner cook top, double ovens, and an abundance of pantry and cabinet space. The office could be used as a 4th bedroom. Each bedroom has built-in storage with counter tops and the storage in this home will hold years of your accumulated belongings.

307 N. Kansas, Suite 101 Liberal, KS 67901 500 Copperstone Pl- Frame, ranch style, 5 bed/2 b, Cen H/A, basement, fence, deck. Call today to set up your private showing.

(620) 624-1212

Elkhart Motel

Offered at $199,000

20-room Motel w/ Apartment

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2 Senior Apartments Available & 1 Handicap Accessible Available

at

Sunflower Plaza This institute is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer

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

109 W. Seventh - Hugoton 544-4011 Call Selia Crawford at 544-2182 If no answer, leave message

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1109 S Jefferson St- Nice Starter, 3 bed/2 bath, basement, fence, cen H/A. Kallenbach Addition. Call today !!

201 East 14th- Price Reduction!! Three levels of beauty!! 6 bed/5 baths, fpl, 2 master suites, sprinkler, cen H/A, att garage, Over 4600 sf.

Call to see this beautiful home!!

1015 S Washington- Cute ranch style home. Well maintained! 3 bed/2 b, updated kitchen with appliances, 30 x 40 garage/shop. Nice property!! Call for details!!

906 S Polk- Great starter home!! 3 bed/1 bath, basement, cen H/A, shed, appliances. Call today!!

130 N Jackson - New Price Reduction!!

4 bed/4 bath, cen H/A, new roof, att garage, pool, fence. Great Location! $200,000

1407 S EISENHOWER Nice location!! 100 x 124 lot! NO SPECIALS!! Call today!!

CARD OF THANKS THANK YOU The family of Janet Cornelsen would like to thank everyone for the love and support shown to us during the loss of our loved one. We would like to express our sincere thanks to everyone who has called, sent cards and visited during this time. A special thank you to Dr. Sam and all the amazing nurses at the Stevens County Hospital, St Catherine’s Hospital and Hospice. We also extend our gratitude and appreciation to Pheasant Heaven Charities. Your many acts of kindness and sympathy continue to be a great comfort to us.

48 N Baca, Elkhart - Good location!! 5 bed/3 ACREAGE FOR SALE bath, cent H/A, fence, garage for the handy 4.6 acre tract in the NW/4 of Sec 29 Twp 32 man, corner lot. Lots of room for the growing Rge 34, Seward County. Call for details!! family!!

828 East Fourteenth- Commercial Property 60 x 40 Steel Building, heated floor, Office, Bath, Loft w/storage. Call for details!!

806 S Monroe - Investment Property - 2 bed/1 b, shed. Call today to see this property.

SOLD

This information is simply an approximate guide; any person that relies on this information and considers it material to the purchase as to satisfy themselves as to its accuracy and condition of the structure including fixtures and appliances.

20 Rooms, 10 non-smoking 770 SF 1-bedroom apartment Approx. $110,000 gross annual income Rooms include telephone, microwave, refrigerator and cable TV

SOLD

120 Main Street, Ulysses, Kansas www.FaulknerRealEstate.com

VOTE!

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HOME FOR SALE 1605 S. Jefferson Hugoton, Ks.

00 $214,9

630 S Trindle- Ranch style brick, 3 bed/2 bath, 2 living areas, kitchen w/appliances, attached garage. Quiet neighborhood!! Call for details!!

SOLD 137 S Madison - Ranch Style home, 4 bd/2b, sgl garage, basement, appliances, cen H/A. NICE!

Terms: Cash or terms agreeable to Seller

• • • •

David Light 620-544-9763 mobile 620-356-5808 office

1108 S Main Street- Price Reduced!! 4 bed/3 bath, 2 living areas, beautiful kitchen, fpl, patio, fence, sprinkler....Great Location!!

Family of Janet Cornelsen

Hotel General Information:

531 S Main Street- New Reduced Price!!

Commercial Property - Porter Building 5,886 SF, retail and office, central H/A. Prime Location!!! Call to view this property!!

Open House Sunday, October 26 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Perfectly located on 1.5 acres is this roomy home with five bedrooms and three baths.

Call Lidia

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2448 Road 20, Moscow, KS

SERVICES OFFERED

808 S Monroe - Ranch style, 3 bed/1 b, kitchen w/built in appliances, island, central heat, det garage w/bath, shed w/carport. Call today to see this home!

Underground Sprinkler System DESIGN & INSTALLATION Call Lawn Pro TODAY for your FREE estimate and a more beautiful lawn! (tfc26)

BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY Great Deals ~ Easy Financing ~ Quality Service Office: (620)544-7800 531 S. Jackson Hugoton, Ks. 67951 (tfc6) (tfc46)

1110 S Main St- Beautiful Ranch...3 bed/2bath, cen H/A, det garage, sprinkler, fence, corner lot. Move In Ready!!

950 Road J- Nice Country property! 5 bed/2 b, cen H/A, updated kitchen and baths, new carpet and tile, 40 x 60 equip shed, 7.5 ac more or less.

SOLD 1016 S Trindle- Ranch style, 3 bed/1 bath, att garage, cen H/A, fence, patio, new carpet, fresh paint!! Great for starter or the single/couple wanting to downsize. Move in ready!!

SOLD

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

1182 Road Q • Hugoton (tfc12) Tim & Marsha Maxey Owners Operators timm1959@pld.com 5579 S. Road E - Ulysses, Ks. 67880 (52p30) 620-260-0510

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

(150p49-12)

HOME FOR SALE

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IN STOCK *Carpet *Tile *Laminate *Vinyl

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Call 620-544-4321 or email hermesma@pld.com to see YOUR business here!

Chance Yoder

WANTED

U Poop It We Pump It

2psepticwasteremoval.com

Chance Yoder- Cellphone 544-1907

“Call Us For All Your Real Estate Needs”

HOME FOR SALE BY OWNER 2 story brick home.

3/4 basement, 2 lots, 50’x100’ big detached garage. 2 car carport.

Corner lot.

Call 620-453-1100

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UPCOMING AUCTION LARGE TOY & ANTIQUE AUCTION: Saturday, November 8, 10:00 a.m., Elkhart City Hall, Toy Tractors, Trucks, Cars & Airplanes.

Antique Glass & Collectibles, Belt Buckle Collection (Lots from Hugoton), Auctioneer Jim Cunningham 620-360-0249.

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SUPPORT GROUPS

Chance Yoder - Salesperson Agricultural Land Residential & Commercial Specialist

Karen Yoder

Take a look at this beautiful 4 bedroom, 3 bath home with 4-car oversized garage on approx. .90 acres.

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Karen Yoder- 544-4161 or Cellphone 544-3730

(620)428-6518

0,000 PRICE REDUCED $1

218 N. Jackson St- Beautiful Brick, 4 bed/3.5 bath, fireplace, sunroom, covered patio, fpl, finished bsmt, att garage, carport, circl drive, much, much more. Call today for showing!!

1001 S Harrison St- Brick, ranch style, 5 bed/2.5 bath, fpl, kitchen w/appliances, screened patio, full basement, att garage.

Move in ready!!

Teri’s Signs & Designs 620-541-1077 (tfc11)

509 Recreation, Moscow, KS

Call Bobbi Higgs - 620-353-8218

Feature Of The Week

2 P’s Septic Waste Removal

600 E. 11th

SOLD

Custom digital vinyl signs for windows, yard signs, vehicle decals, trucks, trailers & more.

DOT signage & Logos.

LAWN PRO Will Schnittker

620-544-1517

SOLD

201 S Lincoln- Manufacture home on permanent foundation. 3 bed/2 bath, appliances, central heat on corner lot. Call for more details!

Your beautiful Southwest Kansas dream SOLD home on 22 -/+ acres is priced to sell!

Take a look at this 6 bedroom, 7 bath brick home with full basement and triple attached garage.

Call Bobbi Jo Higgs for your showing today!

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

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

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

No Longer Open on Sunday!

New Location 1042 S. Jackson Suite C (tfc37)

AL-Anon Family Group

Support for family & friends of problem drinkers meet Mondays & Thursdays at 8 p.m.

1405 Cemetery Road 544-2610 or 544-2854 kansas-al-anon.org (tfc)

VOTE! VOTE! 409 Adams - Rolla

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Thursday, October 30, 2014

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Congratulations!

Eagle Cross Country Boys’ Team and Girls’ Team for winning second at Regionals

Good Luck at State in Wamego Saturday

Pictured in front from the left are Lynelle Bogan, Jackis, Garcia, Maria Martinez, Katie Weaver, Katy Heger, Sarah Johnson, Lauren Fox, and Mariana Shuck. Standing are Coach Nick Rodriguez, Danny Tapia, Jaziel Garcia,

Reed Rome, Isaac Castro, Miguel Martinez, Zack Littell, Chance Ghumm and Coach Anna Wold. Photo courtesy of Brandy Littell.

Mike Willis Seed Sales

Brollier Wolf & Kuharic

BULTMAN, INC.

James Kuharic Attorney

Jeff Crawford, Owner/Manager Hugoton

First National Bank Hugoton/Liberal

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