November 17, 2016 by Hugoton Hermes

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Thursday, November 17, 2016 Volume 129, Number 46 18 pages, 69 cents plus tax per copy

Kansans support amendment

Stevens County Veterans are honored during the USD 210 Veterans Day celebration Friday morning, November 11. Over 1000 local

residents were present to show their appreciation through songs, stories, cheers and speeches. THANK YOU VETERANS!

November 8, Kansas voters overwhelmingly supported a proposed amendment to the state’s constitution providing people the right to hunt, fish and trap. More than 80 percent voted yes to the amendment. The right includes the use of traditional methods and is subject to reasonable laws and regulations that promote wildlife conserva-

Hugoton students gather for Friday’s Veterans Day celebration at the HHS west gym to honor local heroes in the various branches of the United States Armed Forces. The morning was

punctuated with standing ovations, heartfelt songs, handmade gifts for the Veterans, and sincere expressions of gratitude from staff, students and community members.

Monday night’s Supermoon peeks through gathering clouds. The event marked the closest the moon has been to Earth since 1948, and the moon isn’t predicted to be this close again until 2034.

The Hermes wants to hear from our readers! Send your note -or notesof thankfulness by Friday, November 18 at 12:00 noon. You can submit by mail, telephone, online at hugotonhermes.com or on The Hugoton Hermes’ Facebook page. To find out more, see the ad on page 7 of this week’s issue.

members $1,270.31 was the checking account balance and the Special Projects balance was $46,958.62 as of October 31, 2016. The board approved the motion to transfer $1,000 from the Special Project account to the checking account to pay bills. EcoDevo Director Gillespie began the meeting by reporting Shell Oil had entered into a purchase agreement for the Abengoa plant. Shell representatives are planning to be in Hugoton November 2829 if they get the winning bid. Neal then brought up the Strategic Plan spinoff

of involving young professionals for learning to be future leaders. Curtis informed the members of the plan to have a meeting with young professionals December 1. It was decided to serve a meal at the meeting. This Strategic Plan meeting will inform young people of the many opportunities available to those involved in the Hugoton community. The board discussed having Leadership Stevens County sessions. The sessions could be planned for Saturdays. Different sessions could focus on government, education and economic development. A trip to the Topeka capitol

The Stevens County Economic Development board met Tuesday, November 8, 2016 in the craft room at the Senior Center. Attending the meeting were EcoDevo Director Neal Gillespie, secretary Alisha Owens, Hugoton Hermes reporter Ruthie Winget and board members Josh Morris, Ray Hoggett, Doug Martin, Jan Leonard, Judy Parsons, Jack Rowden and Dan Corpening. Adrian Howie was absent. President Curtis Crawford presided. The board approved last month’s board meeting minutes. Treasurer Jack Rowden reported to the board

Cast members gather after the Saturday evening performance of “High School Musical”

Submit your note of thanks this week

in the HHS auditorium. Audience members were absolutely wowed at the students’ talent!

tion and management, and preserve the future of hunting and fishing. It also states public hunting and fishing shall be the preferred means of managing and controlling wildlife. The right does not modify any provision of law relating to trespassing, property rights or water resources. Before the election, some voters questioned the intent of the proposed amendment and expressed concern that it could change the way the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) manages wildlife and Kansans’ hunting, fishing and trapping opportunities. “I am pleased with the outcome, but just as importantly I appreciate the amount of concern and discussion about the amendment I heard prior to the election,” said KDWPT Secretary Robin Jennison. “I think it shows not only the value Kansans place on our wildlife resources and our hunting, fishing and trapping heritage, but it also is

Throngs of locals crowd the tables at the Tenth Annual Pheasant Heaven Charities Calf Fry,

might be considered so legislation sessions could be observed. Neal asked the board what furniture needed to be left in the office after he retires. The board asked that most of the furniture, as well as the computer, to be left in the office. The director reported Pioneer Communications is installing fiber optic throughout Hugoton. This will make for faster internet service. Many surrounding towns do not offer fiber optic service. Director Gillespie stated he could be available for consulting to the Economic Development board but he could not be employed by any employer offering KPERS. Neal reported Stevens County sales tax receipts are still higher than last year. The guest tax receipts set a new high record for this past quarter in Stevens County. The meeting adjourned. The next meeting will be December 13, 2016.

a vote of confidence in the job our department has been doing.” Jennison assures Kansans the amendment won’t change the way KDWPT manages and conserves the state’s wildlife resources, nor will it change the way laws and regulations are set and enforced. Licenses, permits and tags will still be required as they are now, and trespassing will still be illegal. “We will continue to manage our wildlife resources with the best scientific tools we have available and responsibly promote opportunities to hunt, fish and trap in Kansas,” Jennison added. While the constitutional amendment won’t impact current hunting, fishing and trapping opportunities Kansans enjoy, it should help shield these outdoor traditions from future challenges. The large margin of voter support shows how important preserving and protecting these traditions are to Kansans.

Beef Feed and Pig Roast to enjoy delicious food and great company.

Volunteers prepare calf fries for the annual Pheasant Heaven Calf Fry, Beef Feed and Pork Roast Thursday evening. This year marks the tenth year of the popular local event.

Two local boys placed in the top three at the Texas State Motorcross Championship Finals this past weekend! Cole Martin of Hugoton is pictured far left. He placed third overall in his class. Carter Coziahr of Hugoton is pictured in the middle after placing first overall in his class. Photo courtesy of Amy Coziahr.

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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 any adult grieving the death of a loved one meets the second Tuesday of each month from noon to 1:00 p.m. at High Plains Public Radio, 210 N. Seventh in Garden. Call 620272-2519 for more information. BREAST FRIENDS CANCER SUPPORT GROUP for breast cancer patients meets the second Wednesday of each month from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Legacy House, at 309 E. Walnut in Garden City. For more information call 620272-2360. Every Sunday - Pioneer Manor will host a church service in the chapel at 3:00 p.m. Various local preachers will present . Coffee Shop Social Time will follow at 3:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to come. Every Monday - DivorceCare, a special help seminar and support group for people experiencing divorce and separation: Meets at My Father’s House in Hugoton each Monday at 7:00 p.m. The church is located at 207 East Sixth. To contact us if you have any questions or

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would like more information call 620-544-2849. Every Friday - Pioneer Manor Men’s Group 10:00 a.m. Everyone is invited to come for the Men’s Group and drink coffee with residents. Every fourth Tuesday - Free blood pressure checks are provided at the Senior Center every fourth Tuesday of the month from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon. Wednesday nights - Inside Out Kids at the Hugoton Assembly of God, 138 S. Main, beginning with dinner at 6:45 p.m. Program will be from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Rides are available by calling Pastor Ben Coats at 620-4281487 before 5:30 p.m. Wednesday evenings. Until November 14 - **Deadline** to order Project After Prom Pumpkin Rolls! Contact Michelle Heger at 620-544-2067 to order a delicious homemade pumpkin dessert for your Thanksgiving celebrations. Rolls will be made and available for pickup November 19 at 3:00 p.m. in the HHS cafeteria. Customers are asked to use the small door on the east side of the cafeteria. November 17 - Great American Smokeout - Hugoton Elementary’s second grade students will present their concert at 2:45 p.m. in the HES gymnasium. November 18 - ***Deadline at 12:00 Noon to submit your note of thankfulness to The Hermes to be included in our Thanksgiving issue November 24. You can call 620-544-4321, email

Obituaries

hermes10@pld.com or hermesma@pld.com, mail to The Hermes, 522 S. Main, Hugoton, Ks. 67951 or submit online at hugotonhermes .com/contact-us. November 19 - Russell Child Development Center will host the thirtieth annual Fantasy Tree Festival, featuring a silent auction, hors d’oeuvres, entertainment and live auction. Tickets are available at the following Garden City locations: Russell Child Development Center, Clarion Inn, Dillon’s East and West, The Corner on Main, Wards Garden Cafe, Bridal N More; at Spencer Browns in Liberal and Gifts, Etc. in Scott City. November 19-20 - Yardmaster will host their Holiday Open House from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday and from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Saturday at Third and Main in Hugoton. There will be refreshments, drawings and free gifts! - Janet’s Bridal & Boutique will host their Holiday Open House Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at 1010 S. Van Buren in Hugoton. Refreshments and a special gift for visitors will be available. November 21 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Courthouse. - USD 210 Board of Education meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the HMS Library. November 23-25 - Thanksgiving Break for USD 210 students

HUGOTON POLICE REPORT 405 E. Fourth • Hugoton Business Hours, Call 544-4959 After Hours, Call 544-2020 Monday, November 7, 2016 • Dogs at Large, 1000 Block of South Harrison, Unable to Catch, Officer Lamatsch • Dog at Large, 900 Block of South Van Buren, Dog Impounded, Officer Lamatsch Tuesday, November 8, 2016 • Medical Assist, 100 Block of East Eleventh, Public Service, Officer Crane • Vehicle Unlock, 500 Block of Northwest Avenue, Citizen Assist, Officer Crane Friday, November 11, 2016 • Funeral Escort, 800 Block of South Main, Public Service, Officer Hale • Theft, 900 Block of East Eleventh, Arrested Subject, Officer Hale • Dog at Large, 100 Block of West First, Dog Impounded, Officer Crane • Returned Dog to Owner, Public Service, Officer Crane • Gas Meter Hit, 800 Block of South Monroe, Notified Black Hills, Officer Crane Saturday, November 12, 2016 • Gas Meter Leaking, Alley between Madison and Monroe, Notified Black Hills, Officer Hale • Dog at Large, 1000 Block of South Van Buren, Dog Impounded, Officer Hale • Dog at Large, 500 Block of

Copperstone, Dog Impounded, Officer Hale • Returned Dog to Owner, Public Service, Officer Hale • Domestic, 400 Block of East Fourth, Officers Crane/Fedelin Sunday, November 13, 2016 • Released Dog to Owner, Public Service, Officer Hale

• Non Injury Accident, Eleventh and Main, Took Report, Officer Hale • Dogs at Large, 400 Block of South Monroe, Returned to Owner, Officer Hale • Civil Standby, 800 Block of East Ninth, Public Service, Officers Hale/Crane

November 24 - Happy Thanksgiving! November 26 - Small Business Saturday November 30 - Deadline to enter your recipe for the Stevens County Library’s ninth annual Recipe Swap. You can enter your recipe by visiting the SCL, or enter online at stevenscountylibrary.com. December 5 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Courthouse. - Hugoton City Council will meet at 5:15 p.m. - Stevens County Hospital Board will meet at 5:30 p.m. in the Pioneer Manor Conference Room. December 8 - Sons of Thunder will host their December meeting at the Grant County Civic Center, 1000 W. Patterson in Ulysses, starting with a meal and fellowship at 6:30 p.m. Worship will convene at 7:00 p.m. with guest speaker Sean Schraeder of Moscow Baptist. Visit SonsOfThunderSWKS .com for more information, or call Monty at 620-353-9507 or John at 620-952-0222. - Hugoton Aglow will meet at 7:00 p.m. at the Senior Center, 624 S. Main, for fellowship and coffee. A meeting will follow at 7:30 p.m. Attendees are asked to use the Main Street entrance. December 10 - Mistletoe Market Craft and Vendor Show will take place at the Stevens County Fairgrounds in Hugoton from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Local vendors will offer unique gifts, handmade crafts, homemade goodies and other treats. Concessions will be available. December 10-11 - Free will donation Chili and Soup Supper from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at 308 Main Street in Jetmore, before the Journey to Bethlehem. Proceeds will go toward six-year-old Addison Worth’s ongoing medical expenses. - Jetmore United Methodist Church will host the Journey to Bethlehem from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. each evening, at their building, 205 E. Highway St. in Jetmore.

Melvin Long Friends and family gathered this week to remember and honor Melvin Lee Long, age 69 of Liberal, who passed away Thursday November 3, 2016 at his home in Liberal. Born September 22, 1947 in Beaver, Ok., he was the son of John Long and the former Venita Henry. Melvin graduated from Southwestern Heights in 1966 and attended Dodge City Technical School. He worked for Beech Aircraft of Liberal for five years. He then went into the oilfield and began working with Tri-State casing company and eventually worked up to a

crew operator for many years. In 2004 he began working for Francis and Wyoming Casing in 2005 as a Field Manager. He retired in 2013. June 18, 1971 he married Diana Karpe in Liberal, she survives. Other survivors include his daughter Teresa Long of Kansas City, Mo.; son Jason Long and wife Christina Serna of Liberal; his four grandchildren, Lynn Jamison, Marcus Jamison, Julie Long and Cody Long, all of Liberal; sister Carolyn Long of Liberal; brother Donald Long of Beaver, Ok.;

Ricky, Audrianna & Keagan Stone

Tragedy has taken the young lives of eight year old Ricky, five year old Audrianna and four year old Keagan. All three Stone children passed from this life Thursday, November 10, 2016. Ricky Michael Ray Stone, better known as “Big R” to his family, was born July 7, 2008 in Amarillo, Tx. to Rick and Michelle Stone. He was currently a first grader at Rolling Hills Elementary, where he had many friends he loved. He was known to be a gentle, mild-mannered gentleman and had the sweetest smile and beautiful red hair. He enjoyed the outdoors, running and playing and was an enthusiastic cub scout. Audrianna Marie Stone was born December 23, 2010 in Amarillo to Rick and Michelle Stone. She was currently in Kindergarten at Rolling Hills Elementary. There she was a very serious cheerleader and known by others to be sweet and animated. She was a daddy’s girl and loved to cuddle with her family. Keagan Marion James Stone was born May 1, 2012 in Amarillo to Rick and Michelle Stone. He was currently in Pre-K at Rolling Hills Elementary. He was known for his beautiful blue eyes and luscious eyelashes. He was a rambunctious

Michelle Stone his several nieces and nephews; and many extended family members. Melvin was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Delbert and Gerald Long. A memorial service was attended Wednesday, November 16 at the Fellowship Baptist Church of Liberal with Pastor Bill Prater presiding. Memorial contributions may be made to the Melvin Long memorial fund in care of the Bank of Beaver City of Liberal, 10 Tucker Rd, Liberal, Ks. 67901.

Death has claimed the life of Michelle Marie Stone. Mrs. Stone passed away Thursday, November 10, 2016. Michelle was born October 16, 1982 in Canyon, Tx. and grew up in Amarillo, Tx. and Eagles Nest, N.M. She married Rick Stone November 22, 2009 in Amarillo. Michelle earned her Associate degree in nursing from Amarillo College. She had worked as an RN at BSA for over a year. She enjoyed shopping, especially at Walmart. She loved spending time with her family very much, including her nieces

Karla Moore Stevens County Fire Department and Ambulance Report Stevens County Emergency Services run activity November 7 through November 13. Fire Department Monday, November 7, 5:43 am – called to 309 S Adams Lot B for a structure fire. Monday, November 7, 8:22 am – dispatched to 1551 Road U for an ambulance assist. Tuesday, November 8, 12:03 pm – sent to 1547 W Tenth for a grass fire. Sunday, November 13, 3:10 pm – dispatched to 100 Road Q for a gas compressor fire. Ambulance Activity Eight medical runs, two transfers and one fire standby.

Word has been received of the death of Karla Diann Holder Moore. Mrs. Moore, 60, passed away Sunday, November 6, 2016 at Southwest Medical Center in Liberal. She was born December 17, 1955 in Liberal, the daughter of Kenneth Johnson and the former Ann Grider. She was a lifelong resident of Liberal, where she graduated from Liberal High School in 1974. Karla also attended Garden City Community College and obtained her Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedic certifications. She was employed as a Para-

medic with the Seward County Emergency Medical Services and worked at Southwest Medical Center in the Emergency Room. She also worked for Eagle Med as a flight medic for two years. September 24, 2016, Karla married Randy Moore in Dodge City. Mrs. Moore was a member of the First United Methodist Church. She dedicated herself to saving the lives of others. She also had a great love for animals and spending time with family. Survivors include her husband Randy; father Kenneth Johnson of Liberal; two sons, Kevin Holder and wife DeLainy of Liberal and Kenton Holder and wife Tracy of Lawrence; two step-daughters, Lacy J’ann Gorrie and Kaci DeShae Cooper both of

rowdy little boy, sometimes a bit of a prankster and ornery. His friends and family would say he was a big man in a little body. Everyone who met him loved him and wanted to take him home with them. The three children are survived by their father Rick Stone of Amarillo; sisters Siera Marie Stone and Alexis Lanae Johnson of Amarillo and Chelsea Louise Smith and husband Gunnar of Jacksboro, Tx.; brother Austin Lawrence Stone and wife Ashley of Pampa, Tx.; grandparents Ron and Kathy Simmons of Hugoton; grandfather Mike Stone, Sr.; uncles Mike Stone, Jr. and wife Dana of Pampa, Dewayne Johnson and wife Linda of Amarillo and Nathan Simmons and wife Casey of Amarillo; their aunts, Aimee and Rhonda Ferguson Ramirez both of Amarillo; and their many cousins who loved them dearly. The children were preceded in death by their grandmother Audrey Louise Stone; and grandfathers Marion Johnson and Doyle Ferguson. Services were attended at Hillside Christian Church, Tuesday afternoon, November 15. Cox Funeral Home of Amarillo was in charge of the arrangements.

Lubbock, Tx.; her brother David Johnson of Liberal; four grandchildren, Evan Michael Holder, Braden Christopher Holder, Cecilia Lynn Holder and Maddex David Holder; six step-grandchildren, Tyler Scott Cooper, Hagen Randall Cooper, Rylee Jade Cooper, Hannah Lynn Geeslin, John Kellan Avery

and Emma Rose Gorrie; and her two nephews, Dustin and Preston Johnson of Liberal. Mrs. Moore is preceded in death by her mother and grandparents. Funeral services were attended Saturday afternoon, November 12 at the First United Methodist Church in Liberal with Rev. Keith Anglemyer presiding. Burial followed in Liberal Cemetery under the direction of Brenneman Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers and plants, memorial contributions may be made to Liberal Rape Crisis Center or Angels for Animals in care of Brenneman Funeral Home 1212 West Second, Liberal, Ks. 67901. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.brenne manfuneralhome.com.

and nephews. Survivors include two daughters, Siera Marie Marivilla and Alexis Lanae Johnson both of Amarillo; her mother Kathy Simmons and husband Ron of Hugoton; two sisters, Aimee Ferguson and Rhonda Ramirez; two brothers, Dewayne Johnson and wife Linda and Nathan Simmons and wife Casey all of Amarillo; and several nieces and nephews. Michelle was preceded in death by her father Marion Johnson; children Ricky Michael Ray Stone, Audrianna Marie Stone and Keagan Marion James Stone; and her grandparents. Services were attended at Hillside Christian Church West Campus in Amarillo, Tuesday morning, November 15 under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Amarillo.

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Insurance Matters By Kansas Commissioner of Insurance Ken Selzer

Choices on health insurance more than just price considerations Kansas consumers making choices on health insurance during open enrollment should look at more than just price in considering their options, according to Ken Selzer, CPA, Kansas Commissioner of Insurance. “Those choosing a new health plan for coverage beginning January 1, 2017, have many considerations to review,” Commissioner Selzer said. “While the cost of the health plan is very important, so are other items. Are your medical providers—doctors, hospitals and other health care providers—within the plan’s network? Also, be aware that networks can vary

within the same company. And, know the health conditions that you or your family have.” The Kansas Insurance Department (KID) encourages health care consumers looking for coverage this fall and winter to consider the following before making a health plan selection. Make a list of the personal information for yourself and family, including Social Security Numbers, bank account information and the amount of income from your W-2 form. Talk to your doctors, other providers or your insurance company to make sure

medical providers are part of the insurance health plan network. Also check with hospitals and other providers such as labs, specialty physicians or facilities. Review your financial condition. Are you able to pay the deductible at your providers' offices, and how much are you comfortable paying? Do you want a health insurance plan with low or high deductibles and copays? Remember, a low deductible will increase your monthly premiums, while a high deductible will have lower monthly premiums. Assess your prescription drug requirements, includ-

Marlyn Heger and Cody Mills look dapper for HHS seniors Zack Leininger and Melissa Fabela throw themselves into their roles. their performances Saturday night.

ing name (brand or generic) and dosage. Does the health insurance plan you are considering cover your required drugs? Know that if you purchase a health insurance policy through the federal marketplace, your cost may be reduced if you are eligible for tax credits or subsidies. Those credits are not available if you buy insurance off the marketplace as an individual, or purchase your insurance through your employer. Realize if you receive a tax credit from the federal marketplace, you will be required to file a federal tax return in order to stay eligible for the credit in the future. There are also federal penalties if you do not have coverage. Go to www.healthcare.gov for more information. Evaluate your health needs. Do you have any chronic health conditions? Does the health insurance policy’s network include your doctors and hospitals? Evaluate the policy after you have received it to make sure it is the policy that you want. Enlisting help? If you need to verify that an agent is licensed to sell health insurance products in Kansas, contact the Kansas Insurance Department.

For more in-depth information, read the KID’s “2017: Overview of the Health Insurance Market in Kansas,” which is located on the department’s Web site at http://www.ksinsurance.org /documents/healthlife/healt h/KID-Issue-Brief.pdf. “Getting the health insurance you need means taking personal responsibility to

learn about the subject and then apply it to your situation,” Commissioner Selzer said. “If you need assistance, however, look to our Consumer Assistance Division at the insurance department at 800-432-2484 for answers to general health insurance questions, or use our online chat feature at www.ksinsur ance.org.”

One Man’s Trash Is Another’s Treasure! Find yours at one of Stevens County’s great garage sales!

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2016 10:00 AM ~ 5:00 PM & SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2016 1:00 PM~4:00 PM

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Hugoton High School students showcase their moves during Saturday night’s musical at the HHS auditorium.

1010 S. Van Buren St. Hugoton, KS Refreshemnts served and a special gift for you!

Kansas Weekly Gas Prices Average retail gasoline prices in Kansas have fallen 3.9 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $1.93 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 4.9 cents per gallon in the last week to $2.15 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 11.0 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 16.1 cents per gallon lower than a month ago. The national average has decreased 8.8 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 1.4 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago. According to GasBuddy historical data, gasoline prices November 14 in Kansas have ranged widely over the last five years: $2.04 per gallon in 2015, $2.80 per gallon in 2014, $2.93 per gallon in 2013, $3.20 per gallon in 2012 and $3.29 per gallon in 2011. Hugoton Gas Prices Tuesday, November 15 Thrifty King - $1.98

Toot n Totum - $1.94 Kangaroo Express - $1.93 Brown-Dupree - $1.95 Eagle’s Landing - $1.90 "While it's less than a week after the biggest upset in U.S. election history energy industry experts are already speculating on what steps a Trump Administration might enact first; whether the earliest initiatives might eliminate regulations or perhaps look to increase domestic oil and gas production," said Gregg Laskoski, senior petroleum analyst for GasBuddy. "The Keystone XL Pipeline, for instance, is expected to find itself in a more favorable environment for approval but it remains debatable whether such a development would directly benefit U.S. consumers," he noted. "Over the next few weeks expect prices at the pump to move lower based on market fundamentals, not politics," says Laskoski. "Inventories remain healthy and wholesale gasoline prices across the U.S. Monday, on average, were more than ten cents per gallon lower than where they stood just a week ago." For LIVE fuel price averages, visit http://Fuel Insights.GasBuddy.com.

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The boys of “East High” sing during the HHS production of “High School Musical” Saturday evening.

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Local Veterans stand at attention as Eric Mason leads the group in prayer at the Pheasant Heaven Tenth Annual Calf Fry event Friday evening. The beautiful quilts soon to be going up for auction can be seen hanging in front.

Kansas Rodeo Queen Payton Welsh visits with people as they stroll through studying all the treasures donated to be negotiated for with the board members of Love from Above. What a wonderful job these volun-

teers did gathering all the merchandise to be turned into funds for Love from Above. Members of the board include Anna Cruz, Thea Schnittker, Ron and Deb McFarlane, Shirley Mothes and Tami Baehler.

Tami Baehler and Shirley Mothes, board members of Love from Above, show off a beautiful basket of food to be “wheeled-n-dealed” for to benefit their branch of Pheasant Heaven Charities. Miss Kansas Rodeo Queen donated this basket of goodies.

Photos courtesy of Debbie Peterson.

Members of the community, including the Pollyannas, volunteer to serve the delicious fare to all the hungry people coming to help Pheasant Heaven present their annual event.

Children enjoy getting in on the act also. They needed heavy gloves to keep dipping into that icy water to retrieve refreshments for the large thirsty group Friday evening.

Auctioneer Mike Gatlin, as usual, makes his appearance to auction off all the loot donated to help out this worthy cause Pheasant Heaven Charities. Bob Passmore and Clint Forward help spot. What a So then, because you are lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot,[a] I will vomit you out of My mouth. Revelation 3:16 NKJV blessing this group is to the community and surrounding mbivalence, the holding of two contrary attitudes or feelings, is built into us. We Citizens State Bank are spiritual creatures who seek God while living in a material world. That there is areas!

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much to love and savor about our physical existence makes the ambivalence all the more unsettling. We know that we should seek God’s kingdom first, but we hold tightly to the things of this world. How many of us could give everything away and completely trust in the Lord to provide for our needs? Ambivalence can be unsettling in many ways. Being attracted to something while simultaneously being repelled by it—think of the cheesecake that threatens to sabotage your successful diet—literally creates a mixture of positive and negative feelings that, for lack of a better word, just feels “yucky.” Psychologists tell us that positive and negative feelings tend to be processed by different sides of the brain, and those uncomfortable feelings of ambivalence are literally caused by our simultaneously experiencing opposing emotions. It would perhaps be better if the right hand did not know what the left hand was doing, but alas, we cannot ignore or hide from ambivalence. It is everywhere, in our significant relationships, in our passions and values, and in our very being. But where possible, we should minimize it. We can’t love our enemies as much as our friends and we shouldn’t love the world as much as we love God.

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FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH AGAPE CHURCH OF HUGOTON 409 East Ninth, Hugoton Sunday – 10:30 a.m.

Terry Miller - 453-2212 428-1135 ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Main and Second Street 544-2773 Ben Coats, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:45 a.m. Life Groups Sunday Nights - 6:00 p.m. Inside Out Kids Wed. - 6:30 p.m. Student Ministry @ The Turnaround Wed. 7:00 p.m. HugotonAssembly.com

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.

FAITH CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST Tenth and Jefferson 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 Kurt Hering, Pastor Morning Worship - 9:00 a.m.

The lines of people were well taken care of in a very timely fashion. A whole lot of well-thought-out planning goes into this popular event every year. What a great job you all do PHCI!! You are very much appreciated, volunteers included.

600 S. Van Buren - 544-2715 Pastor Heath Kelley Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Fellowship - 10:15 - 10:30 a.m. Worship Hour - 10:30 - 12:00 Children's Church, 10:30 a.m. Jr. High Youth Group, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Sr. High Youth Group, 7:45-9:00 p.m. Information on small groups call 544-2715

FIRST CHURCH OF GOD 801 W. City Limits 544-2652 Israel Franco, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Evening Service - 6:30 p.m. Call 544-2652 for Church Bus

HUGOTON BAPTIST CHURCH Eighth and Main 544-2210 Pastor Gary Stafford Parsonage - 544-2295 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 6:30 p.m.

LONE STAR FRIENDS CHURCH 14 Miles East of Hugoton on Highway 51 Church 624-3784 Home 624-3104 Pastor Gary Damron Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Blended Worship Celebration - 10:45 a.m. Jr. High & Sr. High Youth Group - Sunday 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Evening Adult Study - 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wednesday - 8:00 p.m.

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

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

RIVER OF LIFE CHURCH (formerly Lighthouse Fellowship) 424 S. Jackson 544-4828 Don Quattlebum, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Sunday Church - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday - 7:00 p.m.

SOVEREIGN REDEEMER CHURCH Pastor - Eric Mason Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. Coffee/Fellowship - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. 620-544-6386 www.sovereignredeemerchurch.org

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

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 Rebecca Davison, Pastor Wednesday Praise! Kids - 3:45 p.m. Wednesday Jr. High Youth Fellowship - 5:30 p.m. Wednesday Sr. High Youth Fellowship - 7:00 p.m. Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. HugotonUMC.com

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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 - 6:00 p.m. Team Kids (Wed.) - 3:30-5:00p.m. Sept.-Apr. Youth Study Thursday - 7:00 p.m. Pastor Sean Schraeder

ROLLA EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH 202 Monroe St. - Rolla, Ks. 67954 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening, AWANA’s - 6:45 p.m.

ROLLA PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH Corner of Third and Adams, Rolla Marcus Light, Pastor Church - 593-4626, Parsonage - 593-4796 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Worship - 11:00 a.m. Wednesday night meal - 6:00 p.m.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ROLLA - RICHFIELD 593-4596 Buzz Lambrecht, Pastor Rolla Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Richfield Morning Worship - 9:15 a.m. Sunday School - 10:30 a.m.

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Patrons didn’t have to stand in line long - these ladies had guests registered in nothing flat and on their way on down the line. From left to right are Melissa Moore, Barb Concannon, Jo Harrison, Tina Sullins, Rhonda McBride and Valerie Hershey.

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Local Veterans, including left to right, Jim Plummer, Brian Flores, Courtney Leslie and Jim Langley officially open the Tenth Annual Pheasant Heaven Charities Calf Fry, Beef Feed and Pig Roast Friday evening with the flag presentation. All Veterans were honored and appreciated for their selfless service to our country during this Veteran’s Day event. The annual PHCI event each year takes place the night before opening day of Pheasant Season, bringing in large numbers of hunters who like to attend this majorly worthy happening.

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Hugoton Primary School Principal Ms. Tiffany Boxum

Kynna Crawford shares the history of Veterans Day with the enormous crowd.

USD 210 students, staff, community members and local Veterans fill the West Gym to capacity

Current HHS student Trace Peterson is recognized for his commitment to join the armed forces after his graduation.

Milly McClure reads the incredible story of Robert Sosa, a Stevens County Veteran.

Friday morning for the annual Vets Day celebration.

USD 210 Superintendent Mr. Adrian Howie Students are excited to share their presents with the Veterans at the program Friday. Cards, pinwheels and special notes were in abundance, and every Veteran received numerous gifts.

Hugoton Elementary’s fifth and sixth grade Eagle Choir members perform “The Star Spangled Banner” to honor the visiting Veterans Friday morning during the Veterans Day celebration.

USD 210 IT Director Mr. Stuart Scott recognizes each Stevens County Veteran in the crowd.

HHS student Jaxon Teeter performs “Taps” at the ceremony. A moment of silence followed.

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Hugoton High School’s choir sings a moving rendition of “Bring Him Home” for those

present. They are directed by Mrs. Renee Beesley.

Our Best Wishes at

Thanksgiving Hugoton Primary School students present gifts and cards they worked on over the past few

weeks to Veterans attending Friday morning’s celebration.

Nothing brings friends, family and neighbors together in the spirit of unity and gratitude quite like Thanksgiving. At this festive and happy time of year, we’re particularly grateful to be a part of this community. Your friendship and support have contributed so much to our success and happiness, and we thank you.

From our family to yours, go our sincere best wishes for a very happy Thanksgiving and a blessed holiday season. We hope you enjoy every moment! Hugoton’s Boy Scouts present the colors before the ceremony gets underway.

Smiles and hugs are among the most precious gifts received by the Veterans Friday morning, as two HES students show their gratitude to

their special Veterans. Photo courtesy of USD 210.

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Girls score three wins against Coyotes Monday night November 7 the Hugoton Middle School competed against Dodge City’s Comanche Middle School. The Lady Eagles scored three victories on the night. In the night’s first action it was “a tale of two teams”. The eighth grade A team continued its winning ways by beating the Comanche A team easily 37 to 17. In Hugoton’s other gym, the seventh grade A team ran into a fiercely defensive Comanche Coyote team.

The seventh grade A team struggled with the swarming defense and lost 54 to 4. In the B games, both of Hugoton’s teams had few issues with their opponents. Eighth grade B team dispatched their opponent 23 to 4. The seventh grade B team notched their second win on the season 18 to 8. Hugoton’s middle school girls played Tuesday, November 8 in Garden City and then again Thursday, November 10 at home versus Ulysses.

Jaelynn Kelley takes control of the basketball during the game against Dodge City November 7. The HMS seventh grade A squad took a loss, while the B team won 18-8.

Eighth grade avenges 2015 loss to Liberal in 32-30 nailbiter Eighth grader Molly McClure goes up for a shot against Dodge City’s Comanche team. Molly and the rest of the HMS team ended the night with three victories over Comanche Middle.

Last Thursday, November 3, Hugoton Middle School girls took on Liberal Eisenhower. Both eighth grade squads played close competitive games with outcomes that weren’t decided until the final seconds. Last year the only defeat the A team suffered was to the Liberal

Lily Callejas dribbles around the top of the key while Emmi Lott calls for the ball during action against Ulysses Thursday. The seventh grade lost 10-16 but showed a lot of improvement!

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Hugoton played Ulysses Kepley Thursday, November 10. Hugoton eighth grade A team won 38 to 20. Hugoton’s big posts’ presence gave Ulysses problems throughout the game. In the first half they were either blocking or re-directing shots, and by the second half they were scoring in the paint. Hugoton’s eighth grade B team played a tougher battle but managed

to win 18 to 14. In the seventh grade A game, the girls showed much improvement. They came out on the short end of the game, but the team is really starting to gel. The seventh graders lost 16 to 10. The seventh grade B team added another win for their season with a decisive 25 to 6 win against Ulysses.

Hugoton’s eighth grade B team boxes out their competitors in a contest against Kenneth Henderson last week. The girls ended the night with an overwhelming 39-6 win. Great job!

Denis Delgado watches for an opportunity to get to the basket against Liberal Thursday.

squad they faced. The A team avenged that loss Thursday night with a dramatic 32 to 30 win! McKenna Hamlin led the team, with 12 points, and Oliviah Archuleta contributed nine. The eighth grade B team followed the A team game with a very exciting game of their own. The contest was another back-and-forth game, and the Lady Eagles found themselves down with only a few seconds left on the clock. With little time left, the coaches drew up a daring play during a time out. Fortunately, the girls ran it perfectly to put the Eagles up thanks to a great shot by Ana Cruz. With a lucky break, the Lady Eagles held on for the victory 22 to 21. Abbey Goode and Cruz both chipped in seven points to lead the team. Both seventh grade squads also competed but fell to Liberal’s seventh grade teams. Seventh grade A team had a tough loss, losing their game 34 to 8. Seventh grade B team continued its scrappy play but lost 20 to 14.

Cami Maravilla keeps the Liberal defender at bay while she dribbles and searches for an open teammate last week at home. HMS’s seventh grade girls lost 8-34.

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Eighth grader Milly McClure stares down the competition in recent middle school action at Garden City’s Kenneth Henderson, while her teammates are ready to back her up. Both eighth grade’s A and B teams won against the Falcons.

Seventh grader Taylor Grubbs looks to pass the ball at a recent home game.

Tuesday November 8, the Hugoton Middle School girls traveled to Garden City to face Kenneth Henderson. The seventh grade A team fell 1112 in a very close back-andforth game. The seventh grade B team won 10-8 in a defensive battle with very few scoring attempts. Eighth A-team won 39-15, and eighth B-team won 39-6.

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Kansas is known nationally for its spectacular pheasant and quail hunting, but the true icon of this prairie state is the greater prairie chicken. The tall and mixedgrass prairies still intact in Kansas provide one of the last strongholds of this prairie grouse, and the long tradition of hunting these unique birds will be renewed again November 19, 2016. During the regular November 19, 2016-January 31, 2017 season, the traditional hunting method involves pass shooting near harvested grain fields. When freezes kill insects, greater prairie chickens commonly fly from grass to stubble fields to feed just after sunrise and just before sunset. The first challenge is finding the right feed field, then selecting a position

along the field border where birds might fly within range. The second, and perhaps greatest challenge, is hitting the birds, as they fly much faster than they look. The daily bag limit is two and the possession limit is eight. Anyone hunting greater prairie chickens must have a Greater Prairie Chicken Permit in addition to a hunting license, unless exempt by law. There is no hunting season for lesser prairie chickens, which are found in the southwest part of Kansas. Prairie chickens may only be hunted in the Greater Prairie Chicken Unit. A map of this unit is available on ksoutdoors.com and in the 2016 Kansas Hunting and Furharvesting Regulations Summary. The best greater prairie

Eleven HHS athletes earn League honors

chicken hunting should be found in the Smoky Hills region of northcentral Kansas. For more detailed information about hunting prospects for prairie chickens, as well as pheasant and quail, go to

www.ksoutdoors.com and download the 2016 Upland Bird Forecast. There you’ll also find complete hunting regulations and you can buy your hunting license and permits online.

The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism is accepting proposals for the Chickadee Checkoff Small Grants Program through January 1, 2017. Grant recipients are able to use the funding to carry out projects focused on wildlife diversity and native nongame wildlife species, while addressing the issues and strategies within the Kansas State Wildlife Action Plan. Since 1980, Chickadee Checkoff has funded a wide variety of educational, research-based, and habitat projects, as well as the monitoring of nongame wildlife and their habitats. Some of these projects include the creation of interactive exhibits at nature centers, and assessing the occupancy, abundance, and species richness of marsh birds at state and federal wetlands. By making small grants available, the department is able to utilize the talents and expertise of people outside of the department. The diverse projects completed as a result of this program have led to numerous publications in scientific journals, educational products, and new information on native nongame wildlife species and their habitats. Small Grant proposals must be received by January 1, 2017. For more information on this opportunity, including eligibility requirements and to view a list of priority projects for 2017, download the grant guidance document at ksoutdoors.com by clicking “Wildlife & Nature,” “Wildlife Conservation,” then “Chickadee Checkoff Small Grants Program.”

BOARD VACANCIES NOTICE Notice is hereby given pursuant to the provisions of K.S.A. 25-2022, of a vacancy in the membership of the Board of Education of Unified School District No. 209, Stevens County,

sports schedule

Monday, November 28 HMS Girls 7A & 8A basketball vs. Garden CityHorace Good Middle, 4:00 p.m. at Home HMS Girls 7B & 8B basketball vs. Garden CityHorace Good Middle, 5:00 p.m. at Home Tuesday, November 29 HHS Wrestling Varsity at Liberal, 6:00 p.m. HHS Wrestling JV at Liberal, 6:00 p.m.

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Hugoton Lady Eagle Volleyball had two members receive honors at the League meeting November 9. At left, junior Jayden Korf was selected to Second team All-League and, at right, junior Brooklynn Harper received Honorable Mention.

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Friday, November 11, Hugoton High School senior Sydney Hein signed a letter of intent to play basketball for Oklahoma Baptist. Sydney, in the center, is joined by HHS assistant girls’ basketball coach Jeff Ramsey, her mother

Carla Hein, HHS head girls’ basketball coach Andy Gillen and girls’ basketball assistant coach Keenan Thompson. Sydney is the daughter of Joe and Carla Hein of Guymon, Ok.

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Katy Heger signs her letter of intent to play basketball at Washburn University in Topeka. She is joined by her parents Chris and Stephanie Heger at the table while HHS

Athletic Director CJ Korf and girls’ basketball head coach Andy Gillen look on. Photo courtesy of USD 210.

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would like to hear from our readers

Who are YOU thankful for?

We want to hear about the best of Stevens County and its people.

Did someone give up their place in line, help you change a tire, pay it forward at a restaurant, give you a ride, bring you a drink, make you feel special, or some other random act of kindness?

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Wednesday November 9, the GWAC released its AllLeague results. First Team selections were Asaf Ruiz Offensive Line, Valentino Degollado Quarterback, Dawson Kerbow - Punt Returner, Alfredo Luna Defensive Line, Pedro Ordonez Linebacker, and Mitchell Hamlin - Defensive Back. Honorable Mention went to Zack Leininger - Tight End, Daniel Bustillos - Receiver, Colby Korf - Receiver, Braden Slemp - Receiver, Pedro Ordonez - All Purpose, Mitchell Hamlin - Kick Returner, Romano Burger - Defensive End, and Colby Korf - Kicker.

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Kansas, and that such vacancy shall be filled by appointment of the Board of Education for the remainder of the unexpired term not sooner than fifteen (15) days following publication of this notice. Such vacancy exists by reason of the resignation of Kristy Brazeal.

Please MAIL a short note of thankfulness to The Hugoton Hermes, 522 S. Main, Hugoton, Ks. 67951, EMAIL hermes10@pld.com or hermesma@pld.com, CALL 620-544-4321 or CONTACT US ONLINE at http://hugotonhermes.com/contact-us/. Submissions will be published in the November 24, 2016 issue of The Hugoton Hermes.

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Hugoton FFA Greenhands win Southwest District FFA Horse Judging, with Rebecca Johnson first, Sydney Beesley third and Frances Gaskill fourth. Photo courtesy of Les McNally.

Hugoton Land Judging Team places seventh at OPSU Interscholastics. Team members pictured are Hallie Wettstein, Elias Mendoza,

Roman Lindstrom, Brayden Silva, Bernabe Mendoza and Natan Mendoza. Photo courtesy of Les McNally.

Toby McClure places fifteenth in the Greenhand Livestock Judging at OPSU Interscholastics. Photo courtesy of Les McNally.

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Hugoton FFA members participating in the Senior division are Emma McClure placing seventh and Megan Newlon placing eighth. Photo courtesy of Les McNally.

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Hugoton FFA places fifth in Ag Electricity at OPSU Interscholastics. Team members are Hallie Wettstein sixth individual, Michael Mirabal and Austin Stevenson. Photo courtesy of Les McNally.

Hugoton FFA Entomology team places first at OPSU Interscholastics. Pictured are team members Brian Rios, Rene Martin ninth individual, Conner Wells third individual and Ryland Bennett first individual. Photo courtesy of Les McNally.

Kansas Volunteer Commission seeks applications for Americorps Kansas

In an effort to address community needs statewide, the Kansas Volunteer Commission has opened the 2017-2018 application process for potential AmeriCorps Kansas programs. Organizations interested in expanding existing services or in developing new, innovative programming are invited to apply. When submitting an AmeriCorps grant application, the organization is requesting not only AmeriCorps members, but also the funding to support the necessary program development, management and training. WHO CAN APPLY: The following entities are eligible to apply: public or private nonprofit organizations, including faith-based and other community organizations; institutions of higher education; government entities within states or territories (e.g., cities, counties); labor organizations; partnerships and consortia; and federally recognized Indian tribes. Applicants representing a combination of these groups, working together, also are eligible. FUNDING TYPE: Federal funding from the Corporation for National and Community Service is administered by the Kansas Volunteer Commission. These funds are

available in the form of AmeriCorps Kansas program grants and follow a cost-reimbursement structure. APPLICATION DEADLINES: • Notice of intent to apply (required) – 4:00 p.m. December 15, 2016 • Preliminary grant application and support documents – 4:00 p.m. December 30, 2016 • Final application – 4:00 p.m. February 10, 2017 Successful applicants will be notified no later than May 2017 of their selection, contingent on timely full-year appropriations. More information about this funding opportunity is available at www.kanserve.org. The mission of the Kansas Volunteer Commission (KVC) is to empower all Kansans to meet community needs through service. The KVC provides grant funding, training and support to Kansas nonprofit organizations. It manages the state’s mentoring partnership, Kansas Mentors, and administers federal funding to AmeriCorps and Volunteer Generation Fund programs throughout the state. For more information on the Volunteer Generation Fund, Kansas Mentors, Kansas AmeriCorps or other KVC programs, please visit www.kanserve.org.

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“Journey to Bethlehem” December 10-11

Kiwanis members give 4-H club members a check in appreciation for their work putting up

the American flags around town for every national holiday.

Jetmore’s United Methodist Church is planning their annual “Journey to Bethlehem” December 10-11, 2016. Tours for the live nativity are available Saturday, December 10 and Sunday, December 11 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the UMC, 205 E. Highway Street in Jetmore.

OSI Industries announces chicken product recall OSI Industries, LLC, a Fort Atkinson, Wi. establishment, is recalling approximately 21,403 pounds of chicken products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced Monday, November 7. The ready-to-eat chicken products were produced Au-

gust 5, 2016. The following products are subject to recall: • 35-oz./2 lbs 3 oz frozen plastic packages containing “ON-COR CHICKEN PATTIES MICROWAVEABLE” with Best by Date 8/5/2017 The products subject to recall bear establishment number “P-5615” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to retail locations

in Kansas, Kentucky, Minnesota, North Carolina, Ohio and Wisconsin. The problem was discovered when the firm received notification of three consumer complaints mentioning firm blue plastic in their product. The product was contaminated around the time a trim repair was made on belt material. There have been no con-

Consumer Alert From the

Kansas Insurance Department & Kansas Insurance Commissioner Ken Selzer Keep hackers from ruining your holidays Kansans will soon take to the Internet for a variety of cheerful holiday reasons. The increase in cyber traffic means, however, that home computer networks and smart devices will be more vulnerable to malicious scamming and hacking by persons intent on dampening your holiday spirit. “Cybersecurity is something everyone needs to practice,” said Ken Selzer, CPA, Kansas Commissioner of Insurance. “We need to be vigilant in making sure our personal information is kept secure, especially during the holidays. Kansas consumers should always be aware of activity on their financial accounts and insurance transactions and let their institutions know if something appears suspicious.” Commissioner Selzer and cybersecurity experts suggest the following guidelines for computer and smart device consumers to consider as they ring in the holiday season. • Set strong passwords and don’t share them with anyone. Set them with at least eight characters, including letters, numbers and symbols. • When using unfamiliar

Web sites, be sure the URL begins with “https.” The “s” at the end indicates it is a secure site. • Keep your operating system, browser, and other critical software optimized by installing updates, including antivirus and anti-spyware updates. • Maintain an open dialogue with your family, friends, and community about Internet safety. • Limit the amount of personal information you post online, and use privacy settings to avoid sharing information widely. • Be cautious about what you receive or read online - if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Also, if a message sounds out of character for the sender, or includes nothing but a link in the body of the email, it may be suspicious. Check with the person who purportedly sent you the message to make sure it is legitimate. • Limit the type of business you conduct on public Wi-Fi networks. Don’t do your online shopping from an Internet café. • Password - protect your smart phone. • Turn off your Bluetooth option on your smart phone

when you are not using it. • Finally, and maybe most importantly, check your homeowners or identity theft insurance policies for the level of coverage you have in case of a cyberattack on your devices. “It is important that cyber vigilance begins at home,” Commissioner Selzer said, “especially during the holiday season when your focus could be elsewhere. Knowing some common sense precautions can keep your holidays merrier.” The Kansas Insurance Department, established in 1871, assists and educates consumers, regulates and reviews companies, and licenses agents selling insurance products in the state. More about the department is online at www.ksinsurance.org or at www.facebook.com/kansasin surancedepartment.

firmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider. Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase. FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify theircustomers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Dave Wetherton, Assistant VP of Retail Sales, at 844-6748100. Consumers with food safety questions can "Ask Karen," the FSIS virtual representative available 24 hours a day at AskKaren.gov or via smartphone at m.askkaren.gov. The toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline 1-888-MPHotline (1888-674-6854) is available in English and Spanish and can be reached from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Recorded food safety messages are available 24 hours a day. The online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day at: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/ reportproblem. Follow FSIS on Twitter at twitter.com/usdafoodsafety or in Spanish at: twitter.com/ usdafoodsafe_es.

Admission is free, and visitors are asked to dress warmly. Special needs tours are also available from 5:00 to 5:30 p.m. each night. New this year is a children’s waiting tent, where there will be indoor activities for kids whose parents are attending the Journey. A chili and soup supper will be offered both evenings at 308 Main Street in Jetmore from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Proceeds from the free will offering at the supper will benefit Addison Worth, a local six year old with ongoing medical expenses. The Journey takes visitors through first-century Bethlehem to experience the very first Christmas. The Churches of Hodgeman County assert, “ ‘Travelers’ will meet the Wiseman, cen-

sus taker, tax collector, inn keepers, elders, shepherds, and angels as they pass through the gates of Bethlehem. They will come upon a market place full of sights and sounds complete with live animals, and culminate the journey with an encounter with Mary, Joseph and the Christ Child. Each year the Journey gets better!” Since its beginning in 1999, the Journey has greeted approximately 14,000 visitors for the reenactment of the birth of Christ. A storyteller will share the incredible information about the historical period and region of the miraculous event, before visitors tour the live nativity in the “Journey to Bethlehem”. For more information, visit www.theJTB.org.

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Max Brewer served as manager of the Moscow Co-op and expanded his service to include the Co-ops in Hugoton and Feterita in the 1950s and 1960s. Max will celebrate his ninetieth birthday November 22, 2016. Make sure to send him a card and wish him a VERY Happy Birthday!! Max Brewer, who spent most of his life in service to others through co-ops, Collingwood Grain, Rotary, church, Special Olympics and lending a helping hand wherever needed - that Max Brewer - will be celebrating his ninetieth birthday November 22, 2016. Cards to him would be very special! Address them as follows:

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Virtual reality simulators makes stops at Kansas Universities As part of this fall's "Don't Text #JustDrive" initiative, AT&T's "It Can Wait" virtual reality simulator will be making stops this week at Kansas State University, Manhattan, and the University of Kansas, Lawrence. The simulator will be in the courtyard of the Kansas State University's student union Tuesday, November 15, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. It will then travel to the fourth floor of the University of Kansas student union Thursday, November 17, also

from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Kendall Schoenekase, Miss Kansas 2016, will also be available at both on-campus events to spread her platform message: "Stay Alive, Don't Text and Drive." The visit of the simulator coincides with the "Don't Text #JustDrive" initiative from Kansas Insurance Commissioner Ken Selzer, CPA, who challenged Kansas universities last September to see which school could get the most pledges from students, faculty, alumni and fans to

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The state collected $9.4 million more than estimated in individual income tax receipts for October, which is $16.2 million more than Kansas collected in October 2015. Withholding, an indication of either more people working or wages increasing, grew 15 percent compared to the year prior. The state has collected $41.6 million more in individual income taxes for the fiscal year to date compared to the prior year. Kansas corporate and retail sales tax receipts again followed a larger trend and fell short of expectations for October pulling the overall monthly collections below estimates. The growth in income taxes – the only tax that has been decreased in the state – was not enough to offset corporate income and sales tax collections. Corporate income tax receipts were $7.9 million less than estimates, a 39.5 percent shortfall. State sales tax receipts were $10.7 million less than expectations. “We are very pleased to see individual income tax receipts continue to grow and particularly strong withhold-

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ing tax receipts,” said Kansas Secretary of Revenue Nick Jordan. “We remain concerned by the larger national downward trend of corporate and sales tax receipts.” A September 2016 State Revenue Report by The Nelson A. Rockefeller Institute of Government noted state tax revenue growth had slowed in the first half of 2016 and that corporate income taxes had declined by 4.5 percent nationally and sales tax revenue had slowed. Nebraska and Oklahoma’s revenue receipts through September reflect a similar downward trend in corporate income tax receipts. In Oklahoma, corporate income tax collections were $61.3 million less for the fiscal year to date Nethan the prior year. braska showed a $31.7 million drop in corporate income tax receipts for the first three months of the fiscal year compared to the year before. Overall, Kansas collected $447 million in total taxes for the month or $12.7 million less than expected. For Fiscal Year 2017, total tax collections for the state have exceeded the prior fiscal year to date by $6.8 million or 0.4 percent. In total revenue for the fiscal year to date, the state has collected $1.9 billion or $76 million less than estimated. Submitted by the Kansas Department of Revenue.

stop texting and driving. The pledge contest began September 19 and runs through November 22. The simulator is part of the “It Can Wait” movement focused on changing behaviors and educating the public about the dangers of smartphone driving distractions. It allows users to experience an immersive but safe 3-D setting to see the deadly consequences of glancing at a phone while driving. While most people know that this behavior is dangerous and illegal, seven out of ten people admit to engaging in smartphone activities while driving. The “It Can Wait” campaign, and the challenge from Commissioner Selzer, aim to spread this message to Kansas drivers. To take the pledge and support the university of their choice, Kansans should text the following keyword to 50555: for the University of

Kansas, text "KU;" for Kansas State University, text "Wildcat;" for Fort Hays State University, text "Tiger;" for Wichita State University, text "Shocker;" for Washburn University, text "Ichabod;" for Pittsburg State University, text "Gorilla;" and for Emporia State University, text "Hornet." For more information on this initiative, contact Lacey Kennett at 785-291-3299 or lkennett@ksinsurance.org, or visit www.ksinsurance. org/justdrive. The Kansas Insurance Department, established in 1871, assists and educates consumers, regulates and reviews companies, and licenses agents selling insurance products in the state. More about the department is online at www.ksinsurance.org or at www.facebook.com/kansasin surancedepartment.

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AAA Kansas projects nearly 3.9 million travelers on the roads this Thanksgiving AAA Kansas projects that nearly 3.9 million in the West North Central region, of which Kansas is a part, will journey 50 miles or more from home this Thanksgiving, an increase of about 23,000 travelers compared with last year. This represents the most Thanksgiving travelers since 2007. A larger share of the population in our region (16.5 million), are travelling by car, more than any other region. The Thanksgiving holiday travel period is defined as Wednesday, November 23, to Sunday, November 27. This year’s increase in Thanksgiving travel is spurred by improvements in the economy during the second half of the year, including rising wages, increased consumer spending and overall strength in consumer confidence. And despite recent incremental increases in the national average price of gasoline, AAA estimates U.S. drivers have saved more than $28 billion so far at the pumps this year compared to the same period last year. “23,000 more travelers in our region than last year will carve out time to visit with friends and family this Thanksgiving,” AAA Spokesperson Jim Hanni said. “Most will travel on the tried and true holiday road trip, thanks to gas prices that are holding at close to $2 per gallon. The average price of gas in Kansas has gone down every day since October 11, 2016. Others will fly, take the bus or set off on a cruise to celebrate with their loved ones.” Driving remains most popular mode of travel for Thanksgiving

The vast majority of the region—nearly 91 percent—of holiday travelers will drive this Thanksgiving. The 43.5 million Americans planning a Thanksgiving road trip represents an increase of 1.9 percent over last year. Air travel is expected to increase 1.6 percent, with 3.69 million Americans flying to their holiday destinations, including 190,000 in this region. Travel by other modes of transportation, including cruises, trains and buses, will increase only slightly this Thanksgiving, to 1.44 million travelers. Thanksgiving gas prices second-cheapest in nearly a decade Today’s Kansas average price for a gallon of gasoline is $1.94, four cents less than the average price on Thanksgiving last year ($1.98). Most U.S. drivers will pay the second-cheapest Thanksgiving gas prices since 2008, when the national average was $1.85. Thanksgiving airfares, hotel rates and car rental prices mixed According to AAA’s Leisure Travel Index, airfares are projected to increase 21 percent this Thanksgiving, landing at an average of $205 for a roundtrip flight for the top 40 domestic routes. Rates for AAA Three Diamond-rated lodgings are expected to remain flat, with travelers spending an average of $155 per night. The average rate for a AAA Two Diamond-rated hotel has risen four percent with an average nightly cost of $123. Daily car rental rates will average $52, 13 percent lower than last Thanksgiving. AAA will rescue thousands of motorists this

Thanksgiving AAA Kansas expects to rescue more than 1,200 motorists this Thanksgiving, with the primary reasons being towing, dead batteries and lockouts. AAA recommends that motorists check the condition of their battery and tires and pack emergency kits in their vehicles before heading out on a holiday getaway. Drivers should have their vehicles inspected by a trusted repair shop, such as one of the nearly 7,000 AAA Approved Auto Repair facilities across North America. Members can download the AAA Mobile app, visit AAA.com or call 1-800-AAAHELP to request roadside assistance. Download the AAA Mobile app before a Thanksgiving getaway Before setting out on a Thanksgiving trip, travelers should download the free AAA Mobile app for iPhone, iPad and Android. The app can help map a route, find lowest gas prices, access exclusive member discounts, make travel arrangements, request AAA roadside assistance, find AAA Approved Auto Repair facilities and more. Learn more at AAA.com/mobile. AAA’s projections are based on economic forecasting and research by IHS Markit. The London-based business information provider teamed with AAA in 2009 to jointly analyze travel trends during major holidays. AAA has been reporting on holiday travel trends for more than two decades. The complete AAA/IHS 2016 Thanksgiving holiday travel forecast can be found here.

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Daughters of the American Revolution celebrate fifty years

Left to right are Becky Wilsey, Byrd Prewitt; Robert Caraway, Colonel John Seward; and Virginia McNitt, Cimarron River Valley attending the November meeting.

Beta Sigma Chapter has November meeting The November meeting of the Beta Sigma Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma took place at the Point Rock Room at the Extension Building in Elkhart Saturday, November 12, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. President Teresa Smith called the meeting to order. Roll was answered by six members and three guests with 'Something You Are Thankful For'. The program was presented by Becki Richardson entitled Painting 101. She demonstrated the best techniques for painting a room. She suggested and showed the best supplies to use for a successful project. She also showed the Painting Trends for 2017. Hostesses for the meeting were Tracy Brecheisen and Teresa Smith. They served delicious pumpkin muffins and a wonderful assortment of fruit. Fresh brewed tea was also enjoyed by everyone. For World Fellowship, Alice Conner asked each member to give five cents for each person of more than ten who are coming to your house for Thanksgiving, and ten cents for each person for

less than ten who you are having for Thanksgiving. Alice Conner read the minutes of the October meeting. Minutes were approved. Teresa Smith gave the treasurer's report. The members decided to personally donate for the scholarship this year. Each person present was given a mug filled with goodies for hot chocolate and also a Fall oven mitt and pretty matching dish towel. The mug is to be enjoyed and then passed on to surprise someone else. Tracy Brecheisen and Sue Meek's names were drawn for a Mason jar filled with nuts and candy corn. Winnie Hagenah's name was drawn for a bracelet to keep a list of your medication on. Meeting adjourned at 12:00. Next meeting will be December 10 at the HS Art Room. Members present were Brecheisen, Alice Tracy Conner, Eudon Dutton, Winnie Hagenah, Sue Meek, and Teresa Smith. Guests were Lila Hays, Joy Stahl and Becki Richardson.

Saturday, October 22, members of the Byrd Prewitt chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Colonel John Seward Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution attended the Cimarron River Valley chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution Fiftieth Anniversary Celebration. Congratulations to the CRV for 50 years! The Colonel John Seward Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution provided the Color Guard to

present the flag and also participated in an interview with Martha Washington. Donna Diseker, guest of the Byrd Prewitt chapter, served as photographer for the Byrd Prewitt chapter for the event. Attending from Byrd Prewitt were Lola Caraway ~ Regent; Nina Sipes ~ Secretary; Becky Wilsey ~ Historian; and Donna Diseker ~ Guest. Attending from Colonel John Seward were Robert Caraway ~ Color Guard; and Darrel Long ~ Vice President.

Leavenworth’s 35th Infantry Division to deploy to Persian Gulf in 2017 The 35th Infantry Division Headquarters, located in Leavenworth, has received notification for a deployment to the Persian Gulf and Levant regions. Approximately 500 Soldiers from both the Kansas and Missouri National Guard will be activated in support of Operation Spartan Shield beginning in mid2017 to enhance ongoing theatre security operations. "Our nation has, once again, called upon the Soldiers of the 35th Infantry Division to take on a demanding task to support the national security goals of the United States," said Maj. Gen. Victor J. Braden, commander, 35th Infantry Division. "As Americans, we relish the challenge and, through superb training, we will thrive."

Left to right are Lola Caraway, Byrd Prewitt ~ Regent; Katherine, West Kansas DAR ~ State Regent; and Donna Diseker, Byrd Prewitt ~ Guest.

Thanksgiving pet travel tips

Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the busy Holiday travel season. Time to start planning your Holiday getaway - whether it be to the inlaws, Grandma's, or somewhere in between! Before you hit the road, it's important to plan ahead for pet travel and always keep the best interests of your furry sidekick in mind. Traveling with your pet can be a wonderful and bonding experience or a not so pleasant one. It's all a matter of proper planning and preparation. Top tips to ensure your Thanksgiving getaway with your pet is a safe one: 1. No Heads Out the Window - Although many pets find that sticking their head out the window is the best part of the road trip, it's not safe. Your pet can easily be injured by flying debris. This should go without saying, but never travel with a pet in the back of a pickup truck. Some states have laws restricting

such transport and it is always dangerous. 2. Frequent Pit Stops - Always provide frequent bathroom and exercise breaks. Most travel service areas have designated areas for walking your pet. Be sure to stay in this area particularly when your pet needs a potty break, and of course, bring along a bag to pick up after your pet. When outside your vehicle, make sure your pet is always on a leash and wearing a collar with a permanent and temporary travel identification tag. 3. Proper Hydration - During your pit stops be sure to provide your pet with some fresh water to wet their whistle. Occasionally traveling can upset your pet's stomach. Take along ice cubes, which are easier on your pet than large amounts of water. 4. Watch the Food Intake It is recommended to keep feeding to a minimum during travel. Be sure to feed them

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their regular pet food and resist the temptation to give them some of your fast food burger or fries (that never has a good ending!). 5. Don't Leave Them Alone - Never leave your pet unattended in a parked vehicle. During warm days, the temperature in your vehicle can rise to 120 degrees in minutes, even with the windows slightly open. In addition, an animal left alone in a vehicle is an open invitation to pet thieves. 6. Practice Restraint - Be sure your pet is safely secured in your vehicle. Utilizing a pet safety harness, travel kennel, vehicle pet barrier, or pet car seat are the best ways to keep your pet safe. They not only protect your pet from injury, but they help by keeping them from distracting you as you drive. A safety harness functions like a seatbelt. While most pets will not have a problem adjusting to it, you may want to let them wear the harness by itself a few times before using it in the vehicle. If your pet prefers a travel kennel, be sure it is well ventilated and stabilized. Many pet parents prefer vehicle barriers, particularly for larger pets. Vehicle pet barriers are best suited for SUVs. Smaller pets are best suited for pet car seats. The car seat is secured in the back seat using a seat belt and your pet is secured in the car seat with a safety harness. In addition to its safety

features, a pet car seat will prop up your smaller pet, allowing them to better look out the window. No matter what method you choose, back seat travel is always safer for your pet. 7. Safe and Comfortable Whatever method you choose to properly restrain your pet in your vehicle, be sure to make their comfort a priority. Just as it's important for your "seat" to be comfortable for your long road trip, your pet's seat should be comfortable too. Typically their favorite blanket or travel bed will do the trick. There are also some safe and very cozy pet car seats available that your pet may find quite comfy. Careful preparation is the key to ensuring you and your pet have a happy and safe Thanksgiving getaway! About TripsWithPets.com TripsWithPets.com is the premier online pet friendly travel guide - providing online reservations at over 30,000 pet friendly hotels and accommodations across the U.S. and Canada. When planning a trip, pet parents go to TripsWithPets.com for detailed, up-to-date information on hotel pet policies and pet amenities. TripsWithPets.com also features airline and car rental pet policies, pet friendly activities, a user-friendly search-byroute option, as well as pet travel gear. For more information, please visit http://www.tripswithpets.com.

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PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, November 17, 2016)1t Notice Concerning Proposed Kansas Air Quality Class I Operating Permit Renewal Notice is hereby given that the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is soliciting comments regarding a proposed air quality operating permit. WTG Hugoton, LP has applied for a Class I operating permit renewal in accordance with the provisions of K.A.R. 28-19-510 et al. The purpose of a Class I permit is to identify the sources and types of regulated air pollutants emitted from the facility; the emission limitations, standards and requirements applicable to each source; and the monitoring, record keeping and reporting requirements applicable to each source as of the effective date of permit issuance. WTG Hugoton, LP, 211 N. Colorado, Midland, TX 79701, owns and operates Stevens County #6 Compressor Station located at S14, T32S, R36W, Stevens County, KS. A copy of the proposed permit, permit application, all supporting documentation, and all information relied upon during the permit application review process are available for public review during normal business hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the KDHE, Bureau of Air (BOA), 1000 SW Jackson, Suite 310, Topeka, KS 66612-1366 and at the Southwest District Office (SWDO), 302 West McArtor Road, Dodge City, KS 67801. To obtain or review the proposed permit and supporting documentation, contact Cathy Richardson, 785-296-1947, at the central office of the KDHE or Ethel Evans, 620-356-1075 at the SWDO. The standard departmental cost will be assessed for any copies requested. Please direct written comments or questions regarding the proposed permit to Cathy Richardson, KDHE, BOA, 1000 SW Jackson, Suite 310, Topeka, KS 66612-1366. In order to

be considered in formulating a final permit decision, written comments must be received no later than noon on Monday, December 19, 2016. A person may request a public hearing be held on the proposed permit. The request for a public hearing shall be in writing and set forth the basis for the request. The written request must be submitted to Cathy Richardson, KDHE BOA, 1000 SW Jackson, Suite 310, Topeka, KS 66612-1366, no later than noon on Monday, December 19, 2016 in order for the Secretary of Health and Environment to consider the request. The United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) has a 45-day review period, which will start concurrently with the public comment period, within which to object to the proposed permit. If the USEPA has not objected in writing to the issuance of the permit within the 45-day review period, any person may petition the administrator of the USEPA to review the permit. The 60-day public petition period will directly follow the USEPA 45-day review period. Interested parties may contact KDHE to determine if the USEPA 45-day review period has been waived. Any such petition shall be based only on objections to the permit that were raised with reasonable specificity during the public comment period provided for in this notice, unless the petitioner demonstrates that it was impracticable to raise such objections within such period, or unless the grounds for such objection arose after such period. Contact Ward Burns, USEPA, Region 7, Air Permitting and Compliance Branch, 11201 Renner Boulevard, Lenexa, Kansas 66219, (913) 551-7960, to determine when the 45-day USEPA review period ends and the 60-day petition period commences. Susan Mosier, MD, Secretary Kansas Department of Health and Environment

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Water Vision implementation featured at Governor’s Water Conference Approximately 600 attendees with diverse water interests were encouraged at the Governor’s Conference on the Future of Water in Kansas to keep pushing forward with implementation efforts for accomplishing regional priorities within the Long Term Vision for the Future of Water Supply in Kansas to ensure the state’s water future. “On this stage three years ago Governor Brownback issued a call to develop a 50 year vision for the future of water management in Kansas. This call has resulted in more effort the past three years than would seem possible by local, state and federal government, stakeholders and the private sector,” said Director of the Kansas Water Office Tracy Streeter. “Our team was able to share with attendees that 100 percent of the Phase I Actions Items identified in the Vision have been initiated, a great accomplishment no doubt but we must continue to push forward as this Vision is integrated into our existing Water Plan.” The morning featured the “Water Legacy Award” which was presented to Joe

Harkins, former Kansas Water Office Director who served in several leadership roles for agencies, including the Kansas Water Office. Among many honorable accomplishments, he was recognized for establishing the original Kansas Water Plan and securing the reservoir water supplies to set the stage for Kansas’ efforts contained in the Water Vision of protecting and sustaining reservoirs. The morning also showed the work of 14 regional advisory committees, comprised of 160 volunteers who created action plans for their region’s priority goals, resulting in 64 action plans in total to address critical water issues across the state. Attendees heard from the Blue Ribbon Task Force on Water Management Funding and Education and Community Outreach Working Group for better ways to connect all Kansans to their water and the state’s water issues. “Engagement at the local level is essential for the success of the Vision and the statewide commitment to address our water issues,” said Secretary of Agriculture

Jackie McClaskey. “It is critical that all Kansans understand the water challenges facing our state and that they feel a connection to the role they play in the future of water in Kansas.” This year’s ‘Be the Vision’ award recipients were also honored for taking extraordinary measures to conserve, reuse or adopt better practices to help ensure the future of our state’s water resources. This year’s recipients were David Royer with Delaware WRAPS Streambank Stabilization, city of Garden City represented by Fred Jones, Tom Willis, T&O Farms and Spirit AeroSystems. The rest of the day continued with Tyler Powell, Oklahoma Energy & Environment; David B. LaFrance, American Water Works Association, CEO; Denise Hickey, North TX Municipal Water District, Water Resource Program & Public Education Manager; and an Ogallala Economic Panel, Eli Fenichel, Assistant Professor, Yale School of Forestry & Environmental Studies; Bill Golden, Research Assistant Professor, K-State University, Depart-

ment of Agricultural Economics; Tim James Senior Sustainability Scientist, Arizona State University, Julie Ann Wrigley Global Institute of Sustainability. Today will build on the Vision implementation and water policy discussions from the previous day with technical presentation posters and talks. Graduate and undergraduate students will present their research. Rob Manes, The Nature Conservancy-Kansas Director will wrap up the conference. A fun addition to the conference this year was the Water Photo Contest. More than 150 photos were submitted to be voted on as the ‘people’s choice’ at the conference. The winner will be featured on the 2017 brochure, Web site and other locations throughout the coming year. The Governor’s Conference on the Future of Water in Kansas is hosted by the KWO, K-State /Kansas Water Resource Institute and the Kansas Geological Survey/KU. Major sponsors for the event include Black & Veatch, Burns & McDonnell and Great Lakes Dredge & Dock.

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February 7–9, 2017, in Moscow, and will feature all major aspects of productive animal husbandry. The goal of this mission is to provide an opportunity for Kansas purebred beef cattle producers and allied industry to continue developing relationships in Russia in an effort to increase market opportunities for Kansas farmers, ranchers and agribusinesses. The primary activity for participants of the mission will be to interact with international agricultural representatives to promote the use of U.S. beef genetics and Kansas agricultural equipment, irrigation and water resource management, value-added processors and animal health companies. Kansas ranchers specializing in purebred beef genetics and related agribusinesses are encouraged to apply. Selected participants will be eligible for travel stipends for airfare and hotel depending upon number of applicants and fund availability. Participants will be responsible for the cost of meals and other incidental expenses. KDA strives to encourage

and enhance economic growth of the agriculture industry and the Kansas economy by exploring and expanding both domestic and international marketing opportunities. For more information about the trade mission, including instructions about how to apply and application requirements, please contact Suzanne Ryan-Numrich, suzanne.numrich@ks.gov or 785-564-6704. To read more about AgroFarm Russia, go to www.agrofarm.org/english/. Deadline for submitting applications for consideration is Friday, December 2, 2016. This trade mission is funded in part by U.S. Livestock Genetic Export, Inc., and the State Trade and Export Program grant. The STEP grant is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration, and helps Kansas non-exporters to get started and existing exporters to export more. Submitted by the Kansas Department of Agriculture.

Kansas-based nonprofit organizations can apply now for a commission big game permit.

Kansas-based nonprofit organizations that actively promote wildlife conservation and hunting and fishing are invited to apply for a Kansas Wildlife, Parks and Tourism Commission Big Game Permit. During this once-a-year drawing, nonprofits with an approved application are entered to win one of seven premium hunting permits that could include one elk, one pronghorn and up to seven deer permits, depending on winners’ choices. The permits are valid statewide during any season with equipment legal for that season, and deer permits are valid for either white-tailed or mule deer. Once drawn, vouchers can be sold to the highest bidder to raise money for the organization’s conservation efforts. Fifteen percent of the sale price goes directly to the chapter and 85 percent is remitted to the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) to be spent on a mutually agreed-upon conservation project. If Kansas Hunters Feeding the Hungry (KSHFH) draws a permit, not less than 15 percent of the funds raised are remitted to KDWPT with 85 percent staying with KSHFH. Successfully-drawn organizations pay KDWPT the permit fee and then are issued a voucher. The final recipient of the voucher remits it to

KDWPT and is issued a big game permit. Permits may be issued to resident and nonresident hunters. Only one permit per organization will be awarded; however, individual chapters of the same organization may receive permits in the same year. A chapter or organization is eligible to receive only one Commission Big Game Permit in a three-year period. Last year, 132 applications were submitted, and the seven permits generated $64,550 in revenue for the winning organizations. To enter, organizations must submit an application with a copy of their 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, articles of incorporation, and mission statement, as well as the organization’s preference for an elk, antelope or deer permit. Applications can be downloaded from KDWPT’s website, www.ksoutdoors.com; enter “2017 Commission Big Game Permit Application” in the search box. Mail applications to Sheila Kemmis, Commission Secretary, Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism, 512 SE 25 Ave., Pratt, Ks. 67124. Applications must be received no later than January 1, 2017. Winners will be drawn at the January 5, 2017 Kansas Wildlife, Parks and Tourism Commission meeting at the Flint Hills Technical College in Emporia.

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Moscow News by Judy Hickert

Thursday, November 17 Junior High Basketball vs. Keyes Friday, November 18 All-School Play, 7:00 p.m. Monday, November 21 High School Scholars’ Bowl at Rolla, 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 22 Lifetouch Winter Sports Pictures Wednesday, November 23 NO SCHOOL – THANKS-

GIVING BREAK Thursday, November 24 NO SCHOOL – THANKSGIVING BREAK Friday, November 25 NO SCHOOL – THANKSGIVING BREAK Tuesday, November 29 Junior High Basketball vs. Walsh

MHS All School dinner theatre planned for Friday, November 18 Thank you for coming to Moscow school’s Veterans Day Assembly!!! Students, staff and administration sincerely appreciate

your service to the United States! Photo courtesy of Tina Salmans.

Local Veterans were honored at a Veterans Day Program at Moscow High School

“The Star Spangled Banner” by the first grade students. Several patriotic songs were sung by students. The Veterans had been interviewed and filmed by high school students and the interviews were projected on screen. It was great to hear from each Veteran about when and where they had served, their duties, and how their service affected them and their families. Veterans honored were Jim Rawlins, Glen McQueen, Dustin Phillips, Terry Pierson, Curtis Crawford, Jim Bell, Francisco Gonzalez, Frankie Rincon, Larry Bradford, Lowell Stanley, Butch Whitham and Thane Whitham. Greg Salmans, also a Veteran, addressed the group, and told about his service and what it meant to him. Pictures of the Veterans when they served were displayed. Following the pro-

Veterans honored at Moscow High School November 11. The program began with presentation of flags, followed by singing of

Local Veterans being honored at Moscow High School Friday proudly shake the hands of their little admirers. The schoolchildren were so pleased to honor real American heroes.

gram everyone was able to visit with the Veterans and thank them for their service.

The Moscow High School All School Play will be presented Friday, November 18, in the School Gym. This will be a dinner theatre beginning at 7:00 p.m. There is a charge per plate. The menu includes Roast Beef with all the trim-

Congratulations to the following athletes for their Santa Fe Trail League nominations. Pictured in the back row left to right are Gaby Granillo - Football First Team, Jalen Shaddix Football First Team and Austin Snyder - Football First Team. In the front are Luis Jimenez -

mings. Reservations need to be made for the dinner. There is no charge just to attend the play. The play should be lots of fun, "Alice in Wonderland, Urban Version", so come support the students and have a wonderful meal.

Football Honorable Mention, Javier Marquez - Football Honorable Mention, Freddy Gonzalez - Football First Team and Adriana Salcedo - Volleyball First Team. Photo courtesy of Tina Salmans.

PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, November 10, 2016)3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Jewell Burrows, deceased, CASE NO.16-PR-35 NOTICE TO CREDITORS THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that on November 3, 2016, a Petition for Probate of Will and Issuance of Letters Testamentary was filed in this Court by Kenneth Burrows, one of the heirs, devisees and legatees of Jewell Bur-

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Moscow elementary students shake hands with Veterans in appreciation for their service.

We’re overflowing with gratitude for your goodwill and support this past year, and hope that your celebration is as wonderful as you are.

rows, deceased. 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. 59-2236 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.

Veterans memorabilia is displayed at the Moscow High School, honoring the local Veterans.

Midge Greenwood hosts bridge game Midge Greenwood hosted the Thursday afternoon Duplicate Bridge Club at the Hugoton Senior Center. Betty Willis had the high score for the day and Judy Hickert had low score.

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Rolla News By Phoebe Brummett

Thursday, November 17 Junior High STUCO Dance 7:00-10:00 p.m. Friday, November 18 High School Cheer Cinnamon Roll Fundraiser No School Saturday, November 19 High School Cheer Cinnamon Roll Fundraiser Monday, November 21 Early Dismissal Pre-Kindergarten-twelfth 3:45 p.m. High School Scholars Bowl

at Rolla 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 22 High School Choir at OPSU Choir Day 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, November 23 No School Thanksgiving Break Thursday, November 24 Thanksgiving Day No School Thanksgiving Break Friday, November 25 No School Thanksgiving Break

“Mauk” election results announced Tuesday, November 8 was Election Day across the country and Rolla had their own “mock” election. Students from both elementary and high school exercised their right to vote in the election. The results are as follows from elementary: Trump 49 Clinton 11 Johnson 9 Stein 2

ing after the banquet, and talked about selling something to raise money for the group. The club decided to sell Yankee Candles. They also decided not to do the Light Up Christmas Parade this year. Written and submitted by Rylan Williams, Reporter.

Rolla Hope sponsors Angel Tree again The Angel Tree from Rolla Hope is now available in the high school office. Rolla Hope sponsors this tree every year to help ensure local children

Rolla Scholars’ Bowl traveled to Satanta to participate in Satanta’s invitational meet Monday, November 7. The team took fourth place this time and is looking forward to improving their scores throughout this season.

Mayor Paula Cowser is retiring Paula Cowser will be retiring from her position as Mayor of Rolla in December. November 21, please join the community in honoring Paula at the Rolla City Hall for her many years of dedication to the City of Rolla. The reception will begin at 6:00 p.m. For more information, please contact Jean Ann Hull at the Rolla City Hall.

Rolla Scholars’ Bowl took fourth place at Satanta’s Invitational Meet. Pictured in the back row left to right are Henry Wiebe, Corny

Loewen and Hope Halstead; and front row Allyson Norton, Paige Claassen and Deserae Schwindt. Photo courtesy of Becky Sohm.

RJH basketball travels to Hardesty

High school results are as follows: Trump 46 Clinton 9 Johnson 5 Stein 3 Write in’s 2 Kim Mauk and John Barrett gave everyone a chance to voice their opinion in the “Mauk” (mock) election.

All Around 4-H Club will sell Yankee Candles The Rolla All Around and Barbed Wire 4-H clubs hosted the annual Achievement Banquet November 6, 2016 for all Morton County 4H members. Members had cake and ice cream. There were a lot of awards given to many 4-H members. The RAA club had the November meet-

RHS takes fourth

Rolla Junior High basketball played in an early season tournament in Hardesty, Oklahoma, during the week of November 7 through the 12. Although the teams did

Early release for Scholars’ Bowl Megan Gibler, coach, and Cassie Thrall, coach, give the boys’ team some directions during a time-out. Photo courtesy of Jimmy Langley.

Monday, November 21 Rolla will have early dismissal due to the Rolla Invitational Scholars’ Bowl meet.

Wednesday, November 9 was the first day for the Rolla Show Choir to show their stuff. With a much smaller group this year, the song choices feature their voices and talents. Sam Eiland, di-

rector, choose a nice variety, beginning with a song from the Soggy Bottom Boys called “Man of Constant Sorrow”. The song showcases the only male singer, Raegan Hinds and really gives him a chance

to have some fun. Then the group sang “Singing in the Rain” complete with umbrellas. The choir took a moment to celebrate America by singing “America” in honor of Veterans’ Day.

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not place high in the tournament, the learning experiences they gained there will help them throughout the season. Keep working hard, teams!

Rolla Show Choir entertains different audiences. Pictured left to right are Raegan Hinds, Brianna Smith, Brooke Hinds, Deserae

Schwindt and Sam Eiland, introducing themselves to the Rolla student body and staff.

Then Brooke Hinds took center stage and sang “Stand” as her solo performance. The next part was a band piece, with each choir member playing a new part to him or her. There was a set of drums, three guitars and an organ. Raegan Hinds was on drums, Sam Eiland, Brianna Smith and Brooke Hinds were on electric guitar and Deserae Schwindt played electric piano for the 60’s song “Time is Tight”. The last number for the group was “Flashlight”, featuring Deserae Schwindt as the soloist. The group traveled Thursday, November 10 to the Morton County Care Center and Elkhart Elementary in Elkhart, Guymon Prairie Elementary and ending their tour at Pioneer Manor in Hugoton. The group had a lot of fun with all their performances.

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When I wrote the article about the Dirty Thirties three months ago1, I wrote, “If you are interested in the ‘Dirty Thirties,’ then there is a lot of information out there about what they were like, so I’m not going to repeat all that here. Instead, what I would like to do is to share some interesting variations on what those days were like…” One source, however, isn’t available in the public domain. About 25 years ago my mother, Margie Stout, wrote a lengthy letter to her granddaughter describing what those days were like, so for some interesting variations on what those days were like, I’d like to just lift a few paragraphs from Mom’s letter. She wrote… “I remember the terrible dirt storms during the 30s. You could see them rolling in from a great distance, so we had a little time to prepare for them, taping the windows

shut, hanging wet sheets up to the windows, etc. The dirt still managed to come into our homes, covering everything with fine sand. The storms were so bad you couldn’t see your hand in front of your face at times, in full daylight. Everyone had to clean from top to bottom after the dirt settled. Sometimes when the dirt storms came at night, the only clean place was where your head was lying on the pillow. The sand piled in deep drifts - at times the trains were delayed because so much sand covered the tracks. “When people had nothing else to do, many went arrowhead hunting, finding them lying on bare spots in the fields where the dirt had blown down to hard pan.” [Author’s note: we were still doing this in the 1950s. I remember once when I found three arrowheads all lying together in one spot. In addition to looking for arrowheads, we would occasionally go looking for wild plums. We’d pick the bushes clean, then Grandma and Mom would spend the next day cooking them up and canning wild plum jam and jelly for the winter. I have to admit the jam and jelly were as good as some of the best store-bought jams and jellies.] “Crops were almost nonex-

isting [sic] because of the drouth [sic] and the wind storms. What little vegetation there was, the jack rabbits finished off. The jack rabbits were so populated, the people decided to rid them by building a wall of fence, forming a human line and driving the rabbits toward the fence, carrying clubs and clubbing them to death. They killed them by the millions. This may sound cruel - but to survive - the rabbits had to be destroyed, so farmers could raise crops.” [Author’s note: again, we were doing the same thing 20 years later during my generation, but just to expand on Mom’s explanation a bit about the “wall of fence,” when we did this in the 1950s, a particular quarter or section of land would be set up by erecting a slat fence along two borders, creating a “V” either a halfmile long or even a mile long in two directions. The human chain would then line up on the other un-fenced part of the quarter (or full section), everyone carrying a baseball bat, then everyone would walk towards the bottom of the fenced “V,” driving the rabbits ahead of us. By the time we got to the corner, there would be hundreds of rabbits fenced in, and we would beat them to death with the baseball bats.

It would be a bloody mess by the time we were finished. One of the things I asked myself after participating in a few of these rabbit drives was, “Would these rabbits be so plentiful if we weren’t also killing their natural predators, the coyotes?” Now, I just have to say that I knew from personal experience that if we didn’t close the doors to our chicken coup at night, coyotes would sneak in there and snatch some poultry, so killing coyotes was certainly understandable from that perspective, but it seemed like to me we were creating the rabbit problem by solving the coyote problem. I’ll have more to say about this in a subsequent article when my dad and I gave chase to a coyote once in our pickup.] 1 David Stout, “Have a Nice Dirty Day,” The Hugoton Hermes (Hugoton, Kansas), Vol. 129, #32, August 18, 2016, p. 2B.

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This is the house where Bonnie and Clyde lived for part of their stay in Stevens County. It was Hospital at Liberal. A woman known in Hugoton as “Jewell” and her male companion known as “Blackie” who formerly conducted the Jewell Cafe, a notorious resort in Hugoton, both of whom were accused of being in the booze racket in this city, were arrested Sunday at Liberal. They were found with about five gallons of liquor in their possession. They are both being held by the Seward County officers. The Jewell Cafe, is alleged, sold liquor openly here for the past several months and was held responsible for much of the vice

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and immorality which contributed to the death of Marshal C.H. Newman. This particular cafe was one of a number of places under suspicion and investigation by Attorney General Boynton while he was here. “Jewell” and “Blackie” both vamoosed shortly after Newman was shot and before the Attorney General’s investigation was complete. “Jewell” and Blackie” were believed to be the notorious Bonnie and Clyde. Bonnie and Clyde were American crimininals who traveled the central United States with their gang

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World Heritage International Student Exchange Program, or “WH”, is seeking representatives to work with volunteer host families and international exchange students in your community. WH provides academic year and semester exchange programs in the United States for high school students from around the world. Students are 15 to 18 years of age, have passed a series of academic and character requirements and are awaiting an opportunity to embark on their American adventure. Local representatives also have the opportunity to support American high school students in their journey abroad. Area Representatives recruit and screen prospective host families, supervise the exchange students in their community throughout the year, and interview American students who wish to live and

Compiled by Ruthie Winget Thursday, October 29, 1981 Steve Thomas, son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Thomas, is performing with the Ft. Hays State University Tiger Marching Band this season. Thursday, October 27, 1966 Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Webb of Moscow, recently spent three days at Key Biscayne, Florida, as guests of Ford Motor Company’s U.S. Tractor and Implement Operations. Mr. Webb, owner of Webb Engine Service, earned the Key Biscayne holiday when his dealership won recognition following a special three month long sales contest. Thursday, October 17, 1957 Merle Peachey was appointed Emergency Brand Examiner. The examiners will work only in bad weather. Friday, November 15, 1946 The Santa Fe spotted sixteen cars more of sheep in Hugoton this week. The shipment totaled about 5,000 sheep. The sheep came to George Jones and LA Reed who already have large bands of sheep in the area. Friday, October 30, 1931 This is a continued report of when Hugoton City Marshall C.H. Newman was shot and killed by Fred McBee. Marshall Newman died in Epworth

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during the great depression, robbing people and killing when cornered or confronted. They were killed May 23, 1934 in Salles, Louisiana, by police officers. After the ambush, according to the Stevens County and Its People History Book, Bonnie’s small notebook was found in the car, listing a record of money earned here in Hugoton at their cafe. To be continued next week. If any readers have pictures or memories for the history page of the Hermes, please bring them in to Ruthie Winget at the Hugoton Hermes Newspaper

MUSEUM UPDATE from The Stevens County Gas & Historical Museum Beulah Carter, Curator Stanley McGill and Billy Woodworth This history of Stevens County was written by Robert O. James, taken from issues of the Hugoton Herald and Hermes and magazines and a personal knowledge of same from five years residence during the early part of the settling of Stevens County in the State of Kansas. Provided by Curator Stanley McGill. March 7, 1875 by the act of the legislature, the boundary of Stevens and Seward Counties were named. May 16, H.B. Kelly and John Hughes of McPherson made an exploration into Stevens County, and selected a town site near the center of the proposed county. Soon after their return, sixteen persons of McPherson formed a town site company; the principal workers were Williams and Cottingham, bankers; H.B. Kelly, state representative;

Charles and Orin Cook, Cyrun Freze and A.M. McDonald. July 1, 1885, the first shanties for proving up the town site were built; one occupied by A.M. McDonald, one by J.C. Harris, one by Wm. Harklerodes, and one by W.C.Rathbum. Frank Kroh was the next man to arrive where they proposed to start a town. July 15, 1885, they commenced digging the first public well, completed it August 5, and got excellent water at eighty foot deep, the first well in the county. August 1, Governor Martin issued a proclamation for the organization of Stevens County. August 10, the town of Hugo was platted, but when the post office needed a name, it’s name had to be changed to Hugoton. The

town site consisted of 640 acres, one street running two squares north and south in the center of the town site, the four avenues running from each end of the two squares, street ran northwest, southwest, northeast and southeast, all other streets ran parallel to the world’s compass. August 15, 1885, Frank Kroh began the erection of the post office building, and the first permanent building in the county. September 1, 1885, J.C. Harris began the erection of his hotel building and completed it in November; he and his daughter Bell had lived in a temporary shed during the summer. Miss Bell was the first woman settler in the county and had arrived during the month of July. J.B. Cullison built one among the first houses in

town, and Mrs. Cullison was the first married woman settler in the town. They arrived September 1, and brought with them a six octave organ, the first and only one in the county at that early period of settlement. Wm. Reed was the proud father of the first child born in the county. September 18, The most violent hail storm known in the southwest visited the county. Hail lay in drifts 24 hours after the storm. New Year, January 1, 1886, a dance was held at the Hugo Hotel. Twenty women were in attendance. To be continued. The Stevens County Gas and Historical Museum is open Monday through Friday from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

DCF launches new support program for parents and adopted children A new support program for families with adopted children was launched Tuesday, November 1, at an Adoption Month celebration at the Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) Administration Building in Topeka. Governor Sam Brownback proclaimed November National Adoption Month at the event, which was highlighted by the unveiling of the Kansas Post Adoption Resource Center (K-PARC). K-PARC is a DCF-funded initiative in which the agency collaborated with the Kansas Children’s Service League (KCSL) to develop a network of support services and resources for parents of adopted children. This new

program offers adoptive parents (of children both from foster care and not) peer support training, parent mentor training, adoptive couples retreats, parent tips and more. “It’s not easy to raise children,” Governor Brownback told the gathering of adoption practitioners at the celebration. “You can’t do it alone. You need support, whether it’s from your extended family or friends, your faith community or from a program like KPARC.” There are currently approximately 350 Kansas children available for adoption in the State’s foster care system. In state fiscal year 2016, 755 children were adopted from foster care. Paul and Nancy Brownell

of Topeka brought their 11year-old son Brandon, whom they adopted from foster care in 2012, to participate in the celebration. “It’s great to know that our own governor has adopted and he knows many of the things that we have been through as an adoptive family,” Nancy Brownell said. “With K-PARC as a resource, being around other families who have gone through similar situations, having that support will be very helpful.” This year, DCF is highlighting the many older youth in foster care who are available for adoption with the theme “We never outgrow the need for family”. Of the 350 children available for adoption in Kansas, about 160 of those fall in the 13-18 yearold age range. DCF, which divides the state into four regions, works with KVC Kansas in the East and Kansas City Regions, and Saint Francis Community Services in the West and Wichita Regions, to provide adoption services to children in foster care. DCF also works with other organizations to provide adoption services. Adoption Day is November 19 DCF’s contracted service providers and several courts around the state will cele-

brate National Adoption Day November 19, when many adoptions across the state will be finalized. As the final step of the adoption process, these events are often emotional culminations of months of effort. Media representatives are welcome to attend the adoption celebrations at the following locations to help tell the joyful stories of children who now have an adoptive family.” KCSL’s Klicks for Kids, a photographic tribute to children awaiting adoption, will be displayed during Adoption Month at the State Capitol in Topeka, Exploration Place in Wichita and Journey the Way Church in Wichita. To learn more about children who are currently available for adoption, visit www.adoptkskids.org or call 877-457-5430. On the Web site, you can view photos and read profiles of each child available for adoption. Submitted by the Kansas Department for Children and Families.

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Cyber evidence training is available to law enforcement first responders Since the advent of the Internet and, more recently, the proliferation of technological gadgets—like cell phones, laptops, tablets, game consoles, even wearable technology— criminals of all kinds are increasingly leaving behind a trail of digital evidence when committing their crimes. So it’s imperative that law enforcement agencies around the country - in particular, the first responders to a crime scene - have a working knowledge of how to survey and secure electronic evidence in addition to the physical evidence that they’re more accustomed to, like fingerprints and DNA. But being truly effective at securing digital evidence requires an extra level of cyber knowledge. That’s why the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) - concerned about the lack of affordable basic cyber training for officers in mostly smaller and some mid-size police agencies contacted the FBI and asked for assistance. And in response, the FBI’s Cyber Division - with the IACP and cyber experts from Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh - developed the Cyber Investigator Certification Program (CICP). This self-guided, online training program is now available -

free of charge - to all local, state, tribal, territorial, and federal law enforcement personnel. CICP’s inaugural course, launched in October 2015, specifically targets law enforcement first responders. “The goal of the course,” explains Special Agent James McDonald from the Cyber Division’s Cyber Training and Logistics Unit that oversees CICP, “is to improve a first responder’s technical knowledge by focusing on best practices in terms of investigative methods specific for cyber investigations.” He added, “The more first responders understand about technology, the less chance there is of errors being made while securing a crime scene involving digital evidence.” The first responders course - which doesn’t have to be taken in one sitting - features nine modules; each one focuses on a particular topic, like software, hardware, the Internet and social networks, encryption, legal tools, and digital evidence. Each of the modules uses a “you are there” style where trainees can see the instructors and follow the presentation as though they were in the classroom. The instructors include top-notch cyber experts from the FBI and Carnegie Mellon, other law en-

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forcement agencies, and prosecutors’ offices. The modules drill down further into each of the topics with everyday information of vital importance to law enforcement first responders. For example: • The software session includes a primer on such topics as metadata, operating systems, backup systems, apps, Internet communication, and the cloud, while the hardware lesson covers things like specific digital devices, electronic storage, and networks. • The legal skills training goes into how to conduct search warrants and consent searches involving digital evidence as well the ins and outs of the Electronic Communications Privacy Act. • The digital evidence module offers instruction on recognizing potential sources of digital evidence, securing a digital device, and documenting the crime scene. Running throughout the overall training course is a realistic case scenario of a digital crime. The scenario, which makes use of professional quality and engaging videos, focuses on the aspect of the investigation involving first responders. And once the entire training session is completed, the officer receives a course certificate.

This first responders course is just the first one out of the barrel. The FBI and Carnegie Mellon are nearing completion of four cyber training courses (collectively called Level 1) designed to be more case specific and target beginning to intermediate-level detectives. These courses will focus on the crimes of digital harassment, online fraud, child enticement, and identity theft, and will also feature case scenarios - based on actual investigations - highlighting best investigative practices for crimes with a cyber angle. “The more first responders understand about technology, the less chance there is of errors being made while securing a crime scene involving digital evidence.” James McDonald, special agent, FBI Cyber Division And in the developmental stages are three Level 2 training courses designed for intermediate to advanced detectives to investigate network-based crimes. Some of the topics to be covered will include malware, worms, and viruses. Nearly 5,000 law enforcement officers have enrolled in the first responders course so far, and we expect that number will continue to grow. As FBI Director James Comey, who is featured in an

introductory video at the beginning of the first responders training, said, “Our collective success in analyzing crime scenes depends upon your ability to both assess and secure an increasing amount of digital artifacts, so it is important that we use best practices in working with digital evidence.” First responders interested

in talking the course can access it through their Law Enforcement Enterprise Portal (LEEP) account at https://www.cjis.gov/CJISEAI /EAIController. Read more about LEEP, including instructions on how to join at https://www.fbi.gov/services/cjis/leep. Submitted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

For those who live in older homes, the transition to colder weather can be extra disheartening, as the vision of expensive heating bills, chilly rooms and drafty windows dance in their heads. However, it’s easy to change the outlook from cold to cozy with a few simple DIY solutions. The most effective way to improve the comfort level in your home is to properly insulate. Insulation can be inadequate in older homes. Over time, it can settle and compact, creating gaps. Topping up attic insulation will help keep the warm air in, reducing heating bills and preventing stress on your furnace. For easy installa-

tion, homeowners and professionals alike recommend a stone wool batt insulation product called Roxul Comfortbatt. For attics, aim for an r-value of R-50 or a depth of 16 inches. A little preparation can go a long way to keep the cold at bay. Seal out drafts by replacing worn weatherstripping and caulking along windows, doors, baseboards, and trim. For other ways to beat the cold, consider inexpensive window insulation kits along with thicker drapes, and don’t forget to reverse ceiling fans to push warm air back down. Submitted by Metro Editorial Services.

HERMES CLASSIFIEDS Deadline for all classified advertising is MONDAY at 5:00 p.m. All Garage, Yard and/or Moving Sale Ads MUST Be Pre-Paid. 1) Classified ad rate is $ .20 per word per insertion. The weekly minimum is $3.35. 2) Classified display advertising rate is $5.00 per column inch. 3) All cards of thanks are charged at the display rate. 4) All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968, which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, children, or national origin or an intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.” This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis.

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For more information, please visit our Web site at www.usd210.org. (1c46)

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)

We are looking for an experienced HVAC service man or installer, good pay for the right man.

(tfc14)

NOW HIRING!! Bartlett Grain L.P. is looking for a Spray Rig Applicator Operator. Our ideal candidate has experience with various farm equipment and has a class A CDL/Hazmat. Generous acreage bonus available. Bartlett offers competitive wages along with GREAT BENEFITS: Health and life ins. premiums paid 100% for employee, dental, vision, 401k w/ company match, profit sharing, paid vacation, & more.

Apply in person or call for info Bartlett Grain Company, L.P. Highway 56, Moscow, KS 67952 620-598-2144 Drug Screen/Background Checks

Must have CDL and clean driving record. Pay based on experience. We offer BC/BS insurance as well as IRAs.

Apply by calling 620-593-4357 or in person at Double T at the junction of Highways 51 & 56 in Rolla. (4c44)

Wanted: HVAC Apply at: Lin Goode Company, LLC PO Box C, 519 S Jackson, Hugoton, Ks 67951 Office: (620) 544-4349 Lin: (620) 544-9664 Email: lingood@pld.com

TRUCK DRIVER WANTED Double T in Rolla is looking for a Truck Driver.

(2c46)

NOW HIRING

for Hugoton & Liberal Where is it written that FUN and WORK can’t be one and the same? Not in our playbook, that’s for sure. At SONIC, we encourage and attract wildly creative people. Bold, unique personalities whose passion for what they do shows in the food, the experience and the culture of America’s most loved restaurant brand.

Check us out at SonicDriveIn.com/Jobs. And if you like what you see, you’ll fit right in so apply online and Come WORK YOUR SPIRIT at SONIC!

Area Supervisor Mike Harris 405-416-4516

The Hugoton Hermes

FOR RENT FOR RENT: 2 bedroom house, large living room. Main Street lot - 50’x190’ for rent OR SALE. Call 620-453-2548. (1c46)

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(Rental Assistance Available) Equal Housing Opportunity

2 bedroom trailer, uptown Partially furnished. Recently remodeled inside and out. Now Available.

Office Space, uptown Could be used for office or small retail store.

2.5 bedroom house Carport, fence, small shed. All remodeled, inside & out.

Call 544-8202 or 428-5033 (13c40)

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ROLLA PLAZA APARTMENTS 1- and 2- bedroom apartments available

620-492-6608 Office tfc16 Beautiful 3 bedroom/ 2 bath apartment homes, all appliances, washer/dryer connection, private patio or balcony, kids’ playground, pets welcome.

910 S. Coulter, Hugoton, KS. 620-544-7605 (tfc35)

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

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

307 N. Kansas, Suite 101 Liberal, KS 67901

(620) 624-1212

(1p46tfc)

--------------FOR SALE: 1984 Cadillac El Dorado Biaritz. Black with red interior. 36,000 miles. $2500 OBO. Call 703-577-4289. (3c45) -------------FOR SALE: 32’ Stock Trailer. Larry Raney 620-544-1814. (3c46)

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519 Jayhawk Avenue - Beautiful ranch 300 S Madison - Ranch, 3 bed/2 b, cen style home-Great Location!! Open concept, H/A, carport, fence, storage shed. Call fpl, kitchen w/appliances, 4 bed/3 b, mast en suite, WIC, fin bsmt, patio, fence, pool, today!! att garage. This is a must see!! Call today!!

1016 S Trindle- Ranch, 3 bed/1 b, cen H/A, att garage, fence. Nice location! 1410 S Jefferson- Ranch, 3 bed/1 b, cen H/A att dbl garage, fence, storage shed, includes adjacent lot. Nice Location!

REDUC

705 Washington, Rolla - Beautiful Brick Ranch Style, fin basement, 5 bed/3 b, att grge, fence, appliances! Move in ready! Call today!! 720 - 722 West City Limits- 2000 Elliott 16 x 76 & 1981 Hillcrest 14 x 56 mobile homes with 90x200 lot. Call to see this property! D

NEW BUSINESS

998 Road P - Country living, brick ranch style, 5 bed/3.5 b, bsmt, att garage, 90 x 50 metal bldg, with 4 overhead doors, 60 x 45 barn. 7+ acres on paved road. Call today!! 408 E. Fifth - Ranch style, 3 bed/3 bath, part bsmt, att garage, cen H/A, sheds. $125,000

(2p45)

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620-417-0223

1637 St Hwy 25 - Ranch style, 5 bed/3 b, fin bsmt, 80’x40’ Morton bldg, 3 stall lean to with runs, arena. 18 acres +/-. Call today 218 N Oklahoma Ave, Elkhart - Ranch to seen this nice property! style, 3 bed/2 b, cen H/A, fpl, att garage. Nice location! $62,500 w/buyers incentive! Call today!!

SOLD 131 S Madison - Brick, ranch style, 2 (3) bed/1 b, wood floors, updated kitchen & baths, cen H/A, att garage, fence, mower shed, 30 x 40 building. Move in ready!! Call today!!

REDUC

1003 S. Adams - Beautiful, 1 1/2 story, 5 bed3 bath, fpl, 2 decks, oversized garage w/workshop, storage shed and much, much more! $275,000

SOLD

ED REDUC

310 S Monroe - Ranch Style, brick, 2 bed/1 bath, cen H/A, kit appl, det garage. Call 916 S Jackson - Nice, 2 bed/1 b, kit appl, today to see this home. cen H/A, det garage, fence. Call today!!

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

$149,900

Karen Yoder- 544-4161 or Cellphone 544-3730 Karen Yoder

1021 S. Trindle

Call 785-275-2031 to view!

(3c44)

HOME FOR SALE BY OWNER

3 bedroom/1.5 bath • Ranch Style • Detached 2-car heated garage • Fenced yard

MOVE-IN READY!

OPEN HOUSE Sunday, November 20 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Call 785-275-2031 for more info!

(3c44)

CARD OF THANKS THANK YOU Thank you to Beta Sigma Phi sorority for selecting me “Woman of the Year” 2016. It is a humbling honor. There are many Hugoton youth who need to feel the love of Jesus and know they are valuable, capable and have the necessary talents to be the awesome young men and women God created them to be. Roy and I continue to pray that they find their paths. I am thankful to be chosen for this honor and will treasure memories of the lovely reception, book, beautiful flowers, and good wishes from so many friends.

THANK YOU! Gratefully, Ruth Horton

Land/Commercial/Residential Locally Owned, Your Real Estate Expert ng! Commercial Listi

Chance Yoder - Broker/Owner 1012 S. Trindle Hugoton, Ks. 67951 Phone: 620-544-1907 Email:chanceyoder@highplainsre.com

“Specializing in Agricultural Land, Residential and Commercial Property!”

FOR SALE BY OWNER

1102 S. Madison

1403 S Jefferson - Beautiful ranch style, 3 bed/2.5 b, fpl, formal living/dining, built in appliances, att garage, 24x36 met bldg w/heated floor, full bath, cov patio. Much, 913 S Jackson - Sweet! Ranch style, 3 much more!! bed/1 b, floor furnace, window air, det garage, appliances. Call to set your showing!

SOLD

OPEN HOUSES

$121,900

SOL

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LARGE “MAN CAVE” GARAGE SALE: Friday, November 18, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m., and Saturday, November 19, 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Elkhart City Hall, Over 1000 Belt Buckles, Signs, Silver Dollars: Morgans - $25 Each; Peace Dollars - $22 Each, Toy Cars, Trucks, Tractors, Pocket Knives, Sports Memorabilia, and Antique Collectibles. --------------GARAGE SALE: Saturday, November 19, 8:30 - 11:00 a.m., Stevens County Fairgrounds, Very Nice Things at Bargain Prices, for All of You! Name Brand Men’s, Women’s (Mostly Plus Size), Boys’, Toddlers and Infant Girls’ Clothing, Shoes, Baby Items, Home Decor, Bar Height Table & Four Chairs, Dell Speakers, Miscellaneous. Come Shop! --------------GARAGE SALE: Saturday, November 19, Sale Starts at 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon, 700 S. Harrison. Everything MUST GO!!! ---------------

Move-In Ready!

FOR SALE: 2005 Ford Explorer, V6, 4 wheel drive, nice interior, stereo with multi disc cd player asking $3000 call days 428-1406, evenings 544-4539. (tfc45) ---------------

GARAGE SALES

4 Bdrm/ 2.5 Ba OPEN HOUSE Sunday, Nov. 20 1-3 p.m.

425 S. Main St. - $60,000 Great downtown Main Street location easily accessible from either Main Street or Northwest Avenue. This shop with 2 overhead doors is perfect for small vehicle repair, small equipment repair or retail pickup/delivery. 3/4 bath on site. 5 HP 150 Gal air compressor and 15,000 lb. lift included as well as parts counter, desk, bolt bins, and work benches. Overhead doors are 9' X 9' and 9 1/2' X 11 1/2' (H). Covered exterior storage area with gate for security.

1209 S Madison- Nice Ranch style home, 2340 Road 20, Moscow, KS- Beautiful 3 bed/2 b, updated kitchen & baths, cen Ranch Style Home, 4 bed/2.5 b, 2 fpl, kit H/A, att garage, fence, shed. Call today to appliances, 2 nice metal bldgs, acreage. see this nice property! Nice property! Call today!!

FOR SALE FOR SALE: Experiencing GERD or circulatory issues? Like new Essentials adjustable base twin extra long bed from Mattress Firm. Originally $1149.00, asking $500.00. $2300 mattress also available at a drastic discount! Call 620-544-7929.

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REAL ESTATE

FOR RENT: 2 bedroom apartment. Fridge and stove included. Call 620-544-1714. (tfc44) --------------FOR RENT: 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments. Furnished or unfurnished. Bills included, washer & dryer and cable. One apartment has become available and one house is available. Call 544-2232. (tfc)

FOR RENT

November 17, 2016

“Call Us For All Your Real Estate Needs”

FOUND KEYS

Commercial Listing - 113 W. 6th Hugoton Kansas at the corner of Sixth & Jackson. Asking $269,800.

Land Listing - 320 Acres in CRP grass for sale in 2 tracts, one northeast of Hugoton, Kansas and the other south of Feterita, Kansas.

For more information, contact

Chance Yoder at 620-544-1907 or visit our Web site at www.highplainsre.com

(tfc43)

SUPPORT GROUPS PREGNANT? NEED HELP? Call Birthright of Garden City, 620-276-3605 or Birthline of Liberal, 1404 N. Western, 620-626-6763. (tfc3) -------------ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS will help you if you sincerely want to stop drinking. Call 544-9047. (tfc1) ---------------

Project Hope Open Tues & Thurs 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. Please Bring Your Own Food Containers 1042 S. Jackson Suite C tfc37

AL-Anon Family Group

Support for family & friends of problem drinkers meet Mondays & Thursdays at 8 pm 1405 Cemetery Road 544-2610 or 544-2854 kansas-al-anon.org tfc

WANTED WANT TO PURCHASE: Minerals and other oil / gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557, Denver, Co. 80201. (150p45-15)

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KEYS FOUND: A large set of keys have been turned into The Hermes found on Cemetery Road. Call 620-544-4321 to identify. ---------------

BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY (620)428-6518 1182 Road Q • Hugoton (tfc12)

Call 620-544-4321 or email hermesma@pld.com

for ALL your ! e r e H d A classified needs! Your

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

LAWN PRO Will Schnittker

620-544-1517

Security Lights provide anytime access. All units have concrete floors and secure locks.

515 Northeast Avenue • Hugoton, Ks. Sizes Available: 5x10, 10x10, 10x15, 10x20, 12x24

620-428-1115 620-544-5785 para español Facebook.com/StarStorage

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IN STOCK *Carpet *Tile *Laminate *Vinyl

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CALL: 800-952-9634 EMAIL: jaydsat@gmail.com

WEB: jaydsatellite.com TEXT: 620-360-0520 (tfc11)

See these Classifieds online at hugotonhermes.com/classifieds

The Hugoton Hermes

November 17, 2016

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Veterans honored by First Christian Church

The Veterans of the Hugoton First Christian Church were honored during

the morning service Sunday, November 13, 2016 with the playing of “Taps”.

A surprise special presentation was given to Ret. Airman Second Class Dean Brooks by Mick Prine. Dean served in the United States Air Force beginning 1950, serving in Korea during his five year tour of duty. On his way home after Dean had been discharged from the Air Force, his duffel bag was lost or stolen, containing his discharge papers, his uniforms and all his medals. Ret. Major Mick Prine has been working this past year to replace all of Dean’s medals and his 1955 discharge papers. Dean had earned a Purple Heart Medal, Korean Service Medal, United Nations Korean Service Medal, Republic of Korea War Service Medal and National Defense Service Medal. All Dean’s medals are now displayed in a frame and his discharge papers are also framed. These were given to Ret. Airman Second Class Dean Brooks during the ceremony. We are all extremely proud of you Dean, as well as all our Veterans. Thank you all for your service!!

Ret. Airman Second Class Dean Brooks is presented with his long lost medals and discharge papers by Ret. Major Mick Prine.

Veterans are honored Sunday morning at the Hugoton First Christian Church. Left to right are Richard Grubbs, Glen McQueen, Max

NEWS FROM

STEVENS COUNTY SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER Shila Moore, Director 544-2283 - Activities 544-8041 - Meals 624 S. Main, Hugoton Family Night last Saturday was a huge success!! Thanks to all who came out and supported the event and for bringing your family! Thanks also to Black Hills Energy for sponsoring the fun evening. December 10, 2016, is our next dance and will be sponsored by Hansen Mueller. Hugoton Senior Center will

be closed Thursday and Friday, November 24 and 25 for Thanksgiving. We have a display case here at the center that is available for displaying collections or hobbies. This month Billy Woodworth is displaying his collection of Dallas Cowboy items. Please come by for a look! If you like to play pool or snooker, please join our group every Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. We deliver lunch Monday through Friday to homebound people. If you are in need of our services or you know someone who is, please call the Senior Center. We will give you information about cost, menus, etc. Senator Pat Roberts’ office is available to assist you with problems you may be having with federal agencies like Social Security, Veterans’/VA issues, military cases, Medicare, passports, and IRS. If you need help, please call his Dodge City office at 620227-2244. If you have questions concerning caregiving, legal mat-

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