December 3, 2015

Volume 128, Number 49

Thursday, December 3, 2015

16 Pages, 69 Cents Plus Tax Per Copy

KHP announces their activity over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend

Die-hard Christmas carolers met in front of the Chamber of Commerce office the night after Thanksgiving to begin the

Christmas season. The weather was bitterly cold but they persevered and created some truly beautiful music.

The Kansas Highway Patrol is releasing preliminary data from its Thanksgiving weekend holiday activity. The reporting period for the holiday weekend ran from 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 26, 2015, through 11:59 p.m. Sunday, November 29, 2015.

During that time, the Patrol worked four fatal crashes, which killed five people. None of these crashes were DUI-related.

Information in the table is compared to the Thanksgiving weekend holiday activity from 2014.

The 2014 reporting period was the same amount of time as the 2015 period.

For 2014, data was collected from 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday, November 26, 2014 through 11:59 p.m.

Sunday, November 30, 2014.

Activity 2015 2014 Total Non-Alcohol Related Fatal Crashes 4 2 Total Non-Alcohol Related Fatalities 5 2 DUI Related Fatal Crashes 0 0 DUI Related Fatalities 0 0 DUI Arrests 14 24 Speed Citations 472 1,090 Speed Warnings 257 875 Adult Seatbelt Citations 52 189 Teen Seatbelt Citations 5 5 Child Restraint Citations 5 26 Motorists Assisted 1,234 1,178

AJ will head to NYC’s Carnegie Hall Santa Claus is coming to town!

Santa Claus is making the rounds again this year, and Hugoton looks to be his next stop. The jolly guy will be in town at Flatlanders Saturday, December 5 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to take pictures with your favorite furry friends. You can even dress your pets in cos-

tumes, or choose from their selection! Then he’ll go over to the Stevens County Activity Center to greet area children from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

There will also be games and face painting, so be sure to stop by Flatlanders and the Activity Center this Saturday, December 5.

AJ Madsen, a student at Hugoton High School, has been selected for the 2016 High School Honors Performance Series at Carnegie Hall. He will perform Bass 2 during Carnegie Hall’s one hundred twenty-fifth anniversary season in February with the Honors Concert Choir and the Honors Ensemble. Participation in one of the five Honors En-

Vets Rep here next Thursday Veterans Service Representative of the Kansas Commission on Veterans Affairs, Fort Dodge, Kansas will be in Hugoton at the Stevens County Library Thursday, December 10, 2015 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. The Kansas Commission on Veterans’ Affairs assists Veterans, their

dependents and relatives with information, advice, and assistance in filing claims for Veteran benefits.

He will be able to furnish information in the fields of education, health, burial and memorials, VA pensions and many other programs furnished by Veterans Administration.

AJ Madsen

sembles is limited to the highest-rated high school performers from across the world.

Earlier this year, AJ auditioned for the Honors Performance Series and was accepted after a review by the Honors Selection Board. Acceptance to the elite group is a direct result of the talent, dedication and achievements demonstrated in his application and audition recording. AJ will join other performers from all 50 United States, Guam, four Canadian provinces, and a number of foreign countries for a special performance at the world-famous Carnegie Hall. This is a venue marking the pinnacle of musical achievement.

According to Morgan Smith, Program Director, “Being selected to the

Hugoton City Council hears city engineer’s report The city council met in adjourned session from the meeting of November 9, 2015 with Mayor Jack E. Rowden; Councilmen Dean Banker, Dan Corpening, Shannon Crawford, Frankie Thomas and Jason Teeter present.

Others present were City Clerk Thomas G. Hicks, Outside Utilities Supervisor Paul Nordyke,

Electric System Supervisor Gary Rowden, City Attorney Wayne R. Tate, and Pete Earles.

City Engineer Pete Earles reported about what he knows about Kansas Dairy Ingredients planned expansion. KDI’s volume of wastewater would increase from 150,000 gallons per day to 350,000.

That will require KDI to

Don’t forget upcoming community events This Friday, December 4 will be the annual PEO Cookie Sale at the Citizens State Bank Annex at 601 S. Main in Hugoton. Fill up a box with delicious homemade baked goods from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m.!

Ghumm’s Auto Center recently announced they will be sponsoring a Christmas Coloring Contest for kids ages three to 11. Cut out a picture from page 8B of this week’s Hermes, or stop by Ghumm’s Auto Center at 531 S. Jackson for your coloring page. Entries are due by December 18.

This weekend is also the National Wild Turkey Federation’s Cimarron Tom’s Hunting Heritage Banquet at the Morton County Civic Center, starting at 5:30 p.m.

Also close by, the Seward County Activity Center will be hopping this Saturday and Sunday, with more than 100 vendors at their Folk Art Festival. Saturday, December 5 they’ll be open from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, December 6 from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. Admission is free both days, so be sure to check it out!

construct a full-blown treatment plant. An additional 80 acres of ground for irrigation will also be needed. Earles presented data on the city’s current design for its lagoons, providing for current KDI flows and future city growth. Two additional scenarios were also presented, one showing KDI’s proposed future flows and the city’s existing flows and the other showing KDI’s proposed future flows and the city’s future growth, along with the impact those two scenarios would have on the city’s wastewater operation.

The city’s Industrial Wastewater Treatment Agreement with KDI will expire December 31, 2015. KDI has made three requests for changes. The first would increase the chloride discharge limit from 150 mg/l to 250 mg/l. The second request was for the city to not permit new users to connect to the city’s system in the area of KDI’s connection that would cause the city to have insufficient capacity for KDI’s maximum

flows. The third request was for the city to test the Continued to page 3

Honors Performance Series is something each finalist should be extremely proud of accomplishing.

We processed more than 18,000 nominations this year and have selected nearly 750 of the most talented student performers from around the world.

Working with these conductors and performing at Carnegie Hall is a once-ina-lifetime experience that these musicians never forget.”

AJ has studied music for ten years and is a member of the Hugoton High School Choir. He also attended the Southwest KMEA District Honor Choir and State KMEA Choir. In response to his selection as a finalist, AJ said, “This is going to be awesome! I can’t believe that I am going to be able to sing in a choir with such high standards.”

Finalists will come together in New York City for five days in February 2016. They will have the opportunity to learn from

A lovely blanket of snow nearly covered the ground Thanksgiving evening, completing the holiday feel. Ice from the storm Thursday night

world-renowned conductors, work with other finalists and get a taste of New York City. Two performances, an Honors Choral Performance and an Honors Instrumental Performance will take place Sunday, February 7, 2016, and will be open to the public. Tickets can be purchased beginning 60 days prior to the performance through the Carnegie Hall box office.

The Honors Performance Seriers was created to showcase accomplished individual high school performers on an international level by allowing them to study under master conductors and perform in the celebrated venue, Carnegie Hall. The Honors Performance Series is proudly presented

by WorldStrides, the nation’s leading educational travel organization. Learn more by visiting honors performance.org and www.worldstrides.com.

contributed to hazardous conditions for area drivers, but resulted in some beautiful views for those lucky enough to stay inside.

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Stevens County Fire Department and Ambulance Report Stevens County Emergency Services run activity for November 16 through November 29.

Fire Department Monday, November 16, 12:22 p.m. - called to Road N and Road 8 for a motor vehicle accident.

Monday, November 16, 3:15 p.m. - called to northwest part of county, storm spotting Monday, November 16, 5:10 p.m. - called to eastern part of county, storm spotting Tuesday, November 24, 7:22 p.m. - called to one and a half miles west of Road Q and Road 22 for a combine fire Tuesday, November 24,

7:22 p.m. - called to one and a half miles west of Road Q and Road 22, tires reignited on combine Wednesday, November 25, 1:37 p.m. - Tenth and Main for a motor vehicle accident Friday, November 27, 10:02 a.m. - called to mile and a quarter south of Highway 56 and Road 12 for a motor vehicle accident Saturday, November 28, 8:34 p.m. - called to Road 20 between Road F and Road G for a motor vehicle accident Ambulance Activity Nine medical runs, three transfers, two Life Flights, four motor vehicle accidents and one wrestling standby.

KNOW YOUR HOLIDAY PURCHASE PROTECTION Understand existing insurance coverage and store-offered extended warranties Many Kansans are now working on their family holiday gift lists for Christmas. When you are deciding on those gifts that will remain in your home, it is important to know what your existing insurance covers before purchasing additional protection, like an extended warranty.

The Kansas Insurance Department (KID) and the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) offer the following tips to help you decide whether you need additional protection.

Find out what your insurance policy already covers.

The first thing to check is your homeowners or renters policy. Find out what household items are covered under your existing insurance, and check to see if there are exemptions. Your insurance usually protects against theft or damage, although there may be stipulations about what is covered.

Many homeowners and renters insurance policies cover electronics and other expensive goods up to a certain limit. It’s important to do your research ahead of time so you make financially responsible choices at the register and avoid spending more than you need to.

Ask your insurance agent about coverage amount limits to make sure your new purchases don’t exceed your policy threshold. Certain valuables might be better covered with an insurance rider or additional policy, depending on the circumstances.

Your agent can help you assess the benefits and costs when considering this option.

If you are a renter and don’t have renters insurance, you might consider this kind of protection. Although your landlord should have insurance for structural damage to the building, this coverage does not extend to your personal property. The average renter’s insurance policy costs between $15 and $30 per month. Replacing all of your possessions will cost much more.

Understand the Difference

Between Insurance and Warranties.

Part of the holiday shopping experience is the extended warranty promotion at the checkout stand. However, a warranty is not insurance, and it does not cover damage in the way a homeowners or renters policy might.

A manufacturer’s warranty offers a certain kind of guarantee to the quality or performance of an item for a specified time period. Some are lifetime warranties; others are one- or two-year warranties that cover malfunctions or repair needs.

Warranties vary by product, model and manufacturer.

In addition, some retailers offer extended warranties that typically extend the original manufacturer’s warranty or provide additional perks and services, such as in-store repair.

Unlike a homeowners or renters policy, these warranties do not cover the cost of replacing the item if it is stolen, but some will cover certain kinds of damage or malfunctions to the product.

Update your home inventory.

Keep a list of electronics and other valuable household items with model numbers and receipts. As you buy, give away or sell belongings over time, your coverage needs can change.

Checking your inventory regularly can help you save money or avoid being under-insured.

A home inventory can also help when filing a claim after a loss. Go to www.ksinsur ance.org to download a copy of the KID Personal Home Inventory booklet. You can also use the NAIC smartphone application myHOME Scr.APP.book for your inventory creation.

For More Information Your existing insurance policies might not cover all possible damages, but it’s important to be informed when weighing the costs and benefits of additional warranties.

If you have questions or are confused about your insurance coverage, contact our Consumer Assistance Hotline (in Kansas), 800-432-2484, or visit our KID Web site, www.ksinsurance.org.

Here’s to a great holiday season for you and your family.

Send your Santa letters to The Hermes!

Address:

Santa Claus % The Hermes 522 S. Main Hugoton, Ks. 67951

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Insight

By John Schlageck, Senior Editor/Writer, Kansas Farm Bureau Land is sacred Almost every farmer has said this in one way or another, “My life begins with the land.” Look at it any way you want but this bedrock principle remains as it has for generations.

Land ownership is the key to this business of farming and ranching. Farmers are proud of the crops they grow and the land they work.

From the time our first ancestors dropped seeds into the ground to today’s farmer who uses global positioning satellite, they were and are linked to the land. It’s who they are and defines the vocation they have chosen.

Many Kansas farmers and ranchers have raised their families, crops and livestock on ground that has been in their families for generations and for some more than 100 years.

When producers farm land that long it becomes part of them.

It is their way of life.

The land is something they cherish and love. Sowing seeds and bringing life to the land is an experience farmers anticipate each year. They look forward to cultivating the crop and protecting it from insects that would cut yields and rob food from people who depend on this precious grain.

Farmers also anticipate each year’s harvest when they gather the fruits of another year’s labor. Not only do this nation’s farmers produce great quantities of grain but they also take pride in producing a top-quality product – one of the finest and healthiest in the world.

Farmers often take better care of their land and livestock than they do themselves. The fondest wish of most farmers is to pass their land on to their children. They work for years, and often a lifetime, to leave a legacy of good land stewardship.

Most farmers learn about conservation and respect for their land from their parents. They continually seek new and better ways to work their soil to ensure they are able to pass it on to succeeding generations.

One farmer-friend once told me, “If I thought for one minute I was ruining my land, I’d give up farming.”

Producers have a deep-seated feeling of honor to be the owner and caretaker of land that has been in their families for generations. They understand that one day they will pass from this earth but the land will remain. They strive to leave the land in a little better condition.

These stewards of the soil know their ancestors came to this country and settled with the belief that it was the land of opportunity for them and future generations from their families. They hope their children will see this investment in the land in the same light and leave the farm in better condition for their children.

Land is sacred for Kansas farmers and ranchers. They’ve devoted their lives to safeguarding their farms and families while providing us with the safest, most wholesome food in the world.

John Schlageck is a leading commentator on agriculture and rural Kansas. Born and raised on a diversified farm in northwestern Kansas, his writing reflects a lifetime of experience, knowledge and passion.

Obituaries Stella Mae (Kinser) Barton Hart Stella Mae (Kinser) Barton Hart passed from this life into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Tuesday, December 1, 2015.

She was at home with her daughters at her side. Stella was born March 10, 1935 to William and Blanche Kinser on the family farm outside of Hugoton. She was the youngest of fourteen children.

Stella graduated from Friends Haviland Academy and attended Barclay College. She resided in Hugoton and worked as a nurse at Stevens County Hospital before starting her family and returned to work there when her children were older. She also worked for several years as a special education aide at Hugoton High School. She moved to Guymon, Ok. in 1989 and took a position as an office nurse with Gibson Chiropractic. She worked there until she retired after a decade of service. She moved to Grove, Ok. in 2012 to live with daughter Cheryl and to be close to family.

Stella’s faith in God was the foundation of her life.

She was an active member of several churches over the course of her life, most recently of Grace Southern Baptist in Guymon. She loved people and delighted in serving others. Her compassionate heart and generous spirit touched lives wherever she went. Stella took great delight in her daughters, son-in-law, and granddaughters and loved spending time with her family. She enjoyed reading, gospel music, and spending time with friends.

Stella was preceded in

death by parents William and Blanche Kinser; infant daughter Vonda Renea Barton; two sisters, Fay Wheeler and Grace Morford; four brothers, Elrie Kinser, Leslie Kinser, LeRoy Kinser and Robert Kinser; and second husband Don Hart.

Stella is survived by two daughters, Cheryl Barton of Grove and Jodi Hart and spouse Eldon of Grove; two granddaughters, Amber Hart of Joplin, Mo. and Ashton Hart of Grove; three sisters, Fern Elam, Loene Barry, and Hope Dunlap; four brothers Floyd Kinser, Loyde Kinser, Arlie Kinser and Trulin Kinser; and many beloved nephews, nieces, and other friends and family.

Services will take place at Grace Southern Baptist Church, 115 NW Tenth in Guymon, Ok. at 11:00 a.m.

Saturday, December 5 with Pastor Tom Freeman officiating.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to Grace Southern Baptist Church, PO Box 679, Guymon, Ok. 73942.

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WHAT’S HAPPENIN’ Until December 15 - Stevens County Healthcare’s Third Annual Toy Drive. New toys may be dropped off at Stevens County Hospital, Pioneer Manor, Dollar General and Flatlanders.

All toys will go to children in and around Stevens County.

If you know of a child who needs a Christmas gift, please contact Alisha at 620-5446162.

Until December 18 - Christmas Coloring Contest, sponsored by Ghumm’s Auto Center, open to children ages three to 11. Cut the picture out of page 8B of this week’s Hermes, or stop by Ghumm’s at 531 S. Jackson in Hugoton. Pictures are due

by December 18.

Until January 15, 2016 - Heritage Christian Academy’s annual Matching Funds Grant. Funds donated will be matched 100% up to $30,000. Contributions can be sent to HCA, PO Box 744, Hugoton, Ks. 67951 or visit the school at 505 E. First in Hugoton.

December 3 - Stevens County Genealogical Society will meet at 1:00 p.m. in the Stevens County Library’s computer lab.

- Liberal Hearing Aid Center will be at Pioneer Manor from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

December 4 - PEO will host their annual Cookie Sale at the Citizens State Bank Annex at 600 S. Main Street in Hugoton from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m.

December 5 - SWKMEA High School Honor Band/Choir at Dodge City.

- Pet Portraits with Santa Claus at Flatlanders Farm & Home Store, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Dress your pet in a costume, or choose from their selection for a free selfie or group picture!

- Santa Claus is coming to town!! Meet him at Hugoton’s Senior Center, 624 S. Main from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Come tell Jolly Ol’ St. Nick what you want for Christmas!

- National Wild Turkey Federation will be hosting the first annual Cimarron Tom’s Hunting Heritage Banquet at the Morton County Civic Center, beginning at 5:30 p.m.

The meal will be provided by Oklahoma Smoke, and there will be live auctions, silent auctions, raffle prizes and games. For more information, contact Terrell Giddens at 620-360-0289 or Tyler Kirby at 620-339-9026.

December 5-6 - Folk Art Festival at the Seward County Activity Center from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Saturday and from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. Sunday.

More than 100 vendors have signed up and admission is free!

December 6 - Reverend Howard and Barbara Gard will speak at the River of Life Church, 424 S. Jackson, starting at 10:30 a.m.

December 7 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet at 8:30 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Room at the Stevens County Courthouse.

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

- Stevens County Hospital Board will meet at 5:30 p.m. in the Pioneer Manor Conference Room.

December 8 - Stevens County Economic Development will meet at the Senior Center, 624 S. Main, at 12:00 noon.

- Hugoton Elementary fifth and sixth graders will perform a music concert at 7:00 p.m. in the HES gym.

December 10

- Stevens County Library will host their annual Recipe Swap beginning at 11:30 a.m.

December 10-12 - Hugoton High School Blue and Red Classic basketball tournament.

December 13 - AJ Madsen and friends will host an afternoon of music in the Hugoton High School Auditorium, beginning at 3:00

p.m. AJ has been chosen to perform at Carnegie Hall in New York City, and all proceeds will go toward his trip in February.

December 14 - Stevens County Library Board will meet at 5:30 p.m.

- USD 210 Board of Education will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the Hugoton Middle School Library.

HUGOTON POLICE REPORT Business Hours, Call 544-4959 After Hours, Call 544-2020 Monday, November 16, 2015 • Motorist Assist, 500 Block of West Tenth, Public Service, Sergeant Johnson.

• Trampoline in the Street, Fourth and Harrison, Owners Moved It, Sergeant Johnson.

• Civil Problem, 500 Block of South Monroe, Advised to Call Attorney, Sergeant Johnson Tuesday, November 17, 2015 • Vehicle Unlock, 800 Block of Jackson, Citizen Assist, Officer Hagman.

• Domestic, 400 Block of South Madison, Subject Arrested, Officer Hagman.

Wednesday, November 18, 2015 • Dog at Large, 700 Block of South Polk, Unable to Locate, Officer Lamatsch.

• Suspicious Vehicle, South Industrial, Officer Crane.

• Suspious Van, 1000 Block of South Madison, Officer Crane.

• Medical Assist, 1000 Block of South Jackson, Public Service, Officer Crane.

Thursday, November 19, 2015 • Citizen Assist, 300 Block of West Fourth, Citizen Assist, Officer Lamatsch.

• Dog at Large, 300 Block of West Fifth, Unable to Locate, Officer Lamatsch.

• Dog at Large, 1000 Block of South Jackson, Dog Impounded, Officer Lamatsch.

Friday, November 20, 2015 • Dog at Large, 600 West Eleventh, Public Service Sergeant Johnson.

Saturday, November 21, 2015 • Dog was taken, 200 Block of Jefferson, Returned to Owner, Officer Stevenson.

• Loud Music, 600 Block of South Monroe, advised to turn it down, Officer Stevenson.

• Dog at Large, 1000 Block of South Coulter, Dog was returned, Sergeant Johnson.

Sunday, November 22, 2015 • Vehicle Unlock, 900 Block of South Polk, Citizen Assist, Officer Hag-

man.

• Vehicle Unlock, Ninth and Adams, Unable to Locate, Officer Hagman.

Monday, November 23, 2015 • Suspicious Vehicle, 1100 Block South Washington, Unable to Locate, Officer Crane • Person Knocking on Windows and Doors, 800 Block East Ninth, Unable to Locate Anyone, Officer Crane • Broken Water Main, Ninth and Monroe, Notified City, Officer Crane Tuesday, November 24, 2015 • Medical Assist, 600 Block Jessica Lane, Public Service, Officer Crane • Medical Assist, 700 Block of Harrison, Public Service, Officer Crane Wednesday, November 25, 2015 • Vehicle Unlock, 800 Block South Polk, Citizen Assist, Officer Hagman • Non Injury Accident, Tenth and Main, Took Report, Officer Hagman • Vehicle Unlock, Citizen Assist, Officer Hagman • Subject Honking Horn, 1200 Block South Madison, Subject went into the House, Sergeant Johnson Friday, November 27, 2015 • Dog at Large, 300 Block Jackson, Unable to Locate, Officer Lamatsch • Stalled Vehicle, Sixth and Main, Gone On Arrival, Officer Lamatsch • Subject Fell, 800 Block South Washington, Public Service, Officer Lamatsch • Loud Music, Unable to Locate, Officer Lamatsch Saturday, November 28, 2015 • Medical Assist, 100 Block East Sixth, Public Service, Officer Crane Sunday, November 29, 2015 • Vehicle Unlock, 400 Block South Madison, Citizen Assist, Officer Lamatsch • Criminal Damage to Property, 100 Block South Monroe, Took Report, Officer Lamatsch • Vehicle Unlock, 1000 Block South Van Buren, Citizen Assist, Officer Lamatsch

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City Council Continued from page 1 pH with a meter provided by KDI, so immediate results would be available. The city attorney was instructed to leave the chloride limits at 150 mg/l and to increase the pH limit to 6.5 units from 6.0 units. Concerning the limitation on new users, the new grocery store, new hotel, and irrigation business produce a miniscule amount of wastewater in comparison to KDI’s volume and those users actually dilute KDI’s wastewater.

Outside Utilities Supervisor Paul Nordyke reported the pH testing would not be a problem.

Discussion turned to the city’s ability to provide electricity and water for such a large expansion. Major up-

Carolers gather in front of the Hugoton Chamber office to sing Christmas carols Friday, November 28.

Even with the frigid temperatures, over 30 people showed up to ring in the Christmas season in harmony! Afterward, the singers were rewarded with fresh cookies and steaming hot chocolate.

grades would be required to meet those demands.

Although the infrastructure problems are daunting, everyone was in agreement the city should make every effort to enable the KDI expansion. However, the city needs concrete plans from KDI in order to begin to resolve the issues.

Motion by Councilman Frankie Thomas, seconded

by Councilman Jason Teeter, that the city set aside $30,000.00 for new sprinkler system controls at the golf course carried. The balance of the improvement will come from the Golf Course Expansion Fund.

The meeting adjourned.

Rentals go FAST in The Hermes Classifieds Call 544-4321 today!

Stay Warm All Winter Firewood $70/rick Delivery (Hugoton & Moscow) and Stacking available

Call 620-453-1139

Suspended licenses can be replaced with restricted licenses online Kansas drivers with suspended licenses can now apply and pay for a restricted driver’s license online.

The automated online ap-

plication replaces a paper application and cuts processing time in half.

Customers can use the online application for unpaid

November Middle School Students of the Month are eighth graders Damaris Sanchez and Jayden Salazar and seventh graders Grace

U.S. President Barack Obama 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington, D.C. 20500 Comments: 202-456-1111 Switchboard: 202-456-1414 Visitors’ Office: 202-456-2121 Web site: whitehouse.gov --------Governor Sam Brownback Office of the Governor Capitol Building 300 SW Tenth Ave., Suite 241S Topeka, Ks. 66612-1590 Phone: 877-579-6757 785-296-3232 Web site: governor.ks.gov

ticket restrictions, which will allow drivers to obtain limited driving privileges instead of their unpaid tickets for up to a year.

Gibson and Jacob Bell. Photo courtesy of Morey Mecklenburg.

---------Lieutenant Governor Jeff Colyer Officer of the Lt. Governor State Capitol, 2nd Floor 300 SW Tenth Ave. Topeka, Ks. 66612 Toll-free: 800-748-4408 785-296-2214 ---------U.S. Senator Jerry Moran Russell Senate Office Building, Room 361A Washington, D.C. 20510 Phone: 202-224-6521 Fax: 202-228-6966 Web site: moran.senate.gov/public

---------U.S. Senator Pat Roberts 109 Hart Senate Office Bldg.

Washington, DC 20510-1605 Phone: 202-224-4774 Fax: 202-224-3514 ---------U.S. Representative Tim Huelskamp U.S. House of Representatives 126 Cannon HOB Washington, D.C. 20515 Phone 202-225-2715 Fax 202-225-5124 Web site: huelskamp.house.gov ----------

Customers can also use the online application to request limited driving privileges for the remainder of their alcohol-related suspension.

Applications do not guarantee approval. The department determines approval based on an individual’s driving record.

Customers can also check the status of their driver’s license or retrieve copies of all notices that the Division of Vehicles has mailed to them from the online status check function at www.ksrevenue. org/DLStatusCheck.

The status check application is updated nightly Monday through Friday and shows if a driver’s license has been suspended, revoked, canceled or has restrictions.

Submitted by the Kansas Department of Revenue.

Santa

is coming to Saturday, December 5 for a . . .

Pet Portrait Day from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Bring your pets for a FREE Selfie or Group Picture Dress your pet at home OR Choose from our selection of costumes All pets allowed

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Missionaries coming to River of Life Church Reverend Howard and Barbara Gard, missionaries with Church Triumphant, will be speaking at River of Life Church located at 424 S. Jackson, Hugoton Sunday, December 6 at 10:30 a.m.

The Gards spent 14 years in Romania, where they watched the transformation of a nation from a communist dictatorship to a struggling

democracy that is now part of the European Union. Then in 2001, the Gards turned the ministry in Romania over to the nationals and the Lord sent them to the Philippines where they started a Bible school to train workers to plant churches among the mountain tribes on southern Mindanao.

God has given the Gards

an open door to the chieftains and more than 300 tribal chieftains have received Christ as Savior. As a result, more than 10,000 souls have renounced paganism and embraced Christianity since the beginning of 2001. Entire villages came to Christ after hearing the Gospel for the first time.

Now the Gards are being

used by God to encourage national leaders in nation after nation as God prepares a mighty army to take the Gospel to the ends of the Earth. Come and hear about the awesome things God is doing and what He wants to do right here in America.

For more information, please call 620-544-4828 and leave a message.

“Notes From Nancy”

by Stevens County FACS Agent Nancy Honig

Cookie Day I don’t know who comes up with them, but I love that every day of the year is designated with some random title such as, National Pawnbrokers Day, or National Microwave Oven Day. This Friday is National Cookie Day. Since the holidays are often filled with cookie baking this seemed like a great time for some tips on making holiday cookies.

Take me home for the holidays.

The most loved gift..the pet you select from the Classified Ads.

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Citizens State Bank 601 S. Main - Hugoton

PAUL'S FUNERAL HOME David & Brandy Robson

314 S. Van Buren 544-4122

Pyramid Agency, Inc. 521 S. Main - Hugoton

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

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

428-1135

ASSEMBLY OF GOD Main and Second Street 544-2773 Ben Coats, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship - 10:45 a.m.

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

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

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

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

Morning Service - 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Evening Ministries - 6:30 p.m.

(Children, Youth, & Adult)

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

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Evening Service - 6:00 p.m.

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS 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 Kurt Hering, Pastor Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

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

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

Youth - 6:00 p.m.

Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.

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

Sunday School - 10:30 a.m.

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

A Dozen Cookie Tips 1. Use the best quality and fresh ingredients. They’ll produce the tastiest cookies.

Check dates on baking powder and soda.

2. Always use large size eggs, real butter and nuts, and pure extracts of vanilla or almond.

3. Successful baking relies on the correct ratio of ingredients, so be sure to measure accurately. Use dry measuring and wet measuring utensils as needed.

4. Most cookie recipes call for all-purpose flour. For best results, lightly spoon flour into a dry measuring cup and level with a knife. Do not sift unless the recipe specifically says to do so.

5. Use parchment paper for stick-free baking and easy clean-up.

6. Chill dough for cut-out cookies. Soften it at room temperature for a few minutes before rolling it out.

7. Leave two inches of space between cookies so they don’t

spread into each other.

8. Place pans as near the center of the oven as possible. Do not place pans directly over one another and do not crowd the oven.

9. Preheat the oven 10 to 15 minutes before you begin baking cookies. This is usually uniform in recipes, unless a recipe specifically calls for you to start with a cold oven.

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When baking more than one sheet of cookies at a time, rotate them from top to bottom halfway through the baking time 11.

Do not over-mix cookie dough. Over-mixing encourages gluten development, resulting in dense, tough cookies.

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Always bake with love and passion!

Cutout Cookies Tips 1 When handling the dough use a light touch; over-handling will cause the cookies to be tough.

2. Lightly dust the rolling pin and work surface with flour

You are invited to join the residents and staff for Sunday afternoon worship beginning at 3 p.m. at Pioneer Manor.

December 13 Moscow UMC

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

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

Worship Service - 10:45 a.m.

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

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 828 S. Main Hugoton 544-8715 Reverend Rebecca Davison, Pastor Wednesday Praise! Kids - 3:45 p.m.

Wednesday Jr. High Youth Fellowship - 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday Sr. High Youth Fellowship - 7:00 p.m.

Sunday School - 9:45 a.m.

Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

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

Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study - 6:30 p.m.

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

Contemporary Worship Celebration - 10:45 a.m.

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

Sunday Evening Fellowship - 6:00 p.m.

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

Prayer Meeting Wednesday - 8:00 p.m.

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

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

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.

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

Whites celebrate 60 years Ralph and Mary Ann White are celebrating 60 years together. They were married December 4, 1955.

The couple spent a majority of their married life in Moscow running a successful farming operation. In the mid-90’s they retired to a cabin in the mountains

by Eagle Nest, NM. In 2010, they re-retired to Wamego. Love from the children: Randy and Shirley White of Sturgis, S.D.; Augustine and Kara Gonzales of Wamego; Gary and Shalah White of Ashland; and Brian and Tina White of Moscow; 11 grandchildren, and four great grandchildren. “We are so blessed to have you both in our lives.”

Tree lighting tips for this holiday season Lighting a Christmas tree may seem like child's play, but time and again people struggle with the task. Untangling wires and wrapping them around boughs can be nerve wracking, but lighting a tree doesn’t have to be a chore when you follow some tips from the professionals.

First, keep in mind that wrapping lights around the tree horizontally is more work and often doesn’t produce a multi-dimensional effect.

Rather, string the lights from the trunk up to the top, working vertically. This is actually how the tree decorators at Rockefeller Center in New York City do the famous tree year after year. This method helps eliminate tangled wires and empty spots. Remember to plug in the strands of lights before you begin to check for burnt-out bulbs and to adjust the spacing of lights to prevent dark spots.

Think about varying light

bulb sizes to add more dimension. String an inner layer of small LED white lights to produce an inner glow on the tree before adding larger, colored lights on top to increase visual appeal. Just be sure to match the same wattage of the lights so that you do not have power surges and can prolong the life of the bulbs.

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to prevent sticking. However, too much flour will also make the cookies tough.

3. Another possibility is to use powdered sugar instead of flour. It keeps dough from sticking and adds a little extra sweetness! You can also trying rolling dough between two sheets of waxed paper.

4. Roll out smaller portions at a time and keep the remainder in the refrigerator.

Roll dough from the center to the edge. Remember, thinner cookies will be crisp, and thicker cookies will be chewy.

5. To prevent the dough from sticking to the cookie cutter, dip the cutter in flour or powdered sugar, or spray it with non-stick spray.

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

Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.

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

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

Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Kid’s Club - Wednesday 3:30 p.m.

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

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

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

Sunday Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Sunday Evening Service - 6:00 p.m.

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

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

Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday night meal - 6:00 p.m.

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

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Youth Groups - 5:00 p.m.

Richfield Morning Worship - 9:15 a.m.

Sunday School - 10:30 a.m.

Holiday traditions vary from family to family, but one component of the holidays that seems to be universally enjoyed is a good Christmas song. Music is piped throughout malls and stores to entertain shoppers, and favorite tunes may be on the radio or streamed through a digital music service as families decorate their homes.

Many people may love Christmas songs and carols, but not everyone shares the

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same favorites. Thankfully, there’s no shortage of material when it comes to Christmas songs, ensuring there’s something for everyone.

In 2014, Time magazine researched records at the U.S. Copyright Office to determine the most popular and most recorded Christmas songs since 1978. when copyright registrations were digitized. The following are some of the more beloved holiday tunes and a bit of history about each song.

• “Silent Night”: One of the most rerecorded songs in history (733 versions since 1978), “Silent Night,” was composed in 1818 by Franz Xaver Gruber and put to lyrics by Joseph Mohr. It was first performed on Christmas Eve at St. Nicholas parish church in Oberndorf, a village in Austria. Today’s version is a slow lullaby, but it’s believed the original was a dance-like tune in 6/8 time.

• “O Holy Night”: This popular song was composed by Adolphe Adam in 1847 to a French poem titled, “Minuit, chrétiens (Midnight, Christians).” Many notable performers, including Perry Como, Céline Dion, Josh Groban, Michael Crawford, and Lea Michele, have performed “O Holy Night.”

• “Silver Bells”: Now a Christmas classic, “Silver Bells” originally was written for the Bob Hope film, “The Lemon Drop Kid.” Songwriter Jay Livingston wanted to title the song “Tinkle Bell,” but his wife dissuaded him from using the word “tinkle.”

• “White Christmas”: Irving Berlin believed his song “White Christmas” would be

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• “Jingle Bells”: Although it has become one of the more popular Christmas songs, “Jingle Bells” really was written for Thanksgiving. It’s also one of the oldest holiday songs of American origin.

James Lord Pierpont, the song’s author, was inspired by the famous sleigh races of Medford, Massachusetts.

• “Do You Hear What I Hear”: Noel Regney wrote this song as a call to peace during the Cuban Missile Crisis. The original context has long been forgotten, and “Do You Hear What I Hear” is now a staple of holiday celebrations.

• “Santa Claus is Coming to Town”: James Gillespie wrote this tune while riding a subway and reminiscing about his childhood with his brother. It became a hit after being performed at the famed Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

• “The Christmas Song”: This classic Christmas song was written in 1944 by Bob Wells and Mel Tormé. It’s usually subtitled “Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire.”

The song was written during a heat wave as a way to think cool thoughts. It only took 40 minutes to write the music and some of the lyrics. Nat King Cole’s rendition of the song is among the more popular versions.

Christmas songs are enjoyed and performed year after year. Popular songs continue to endure and attract new fans.

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What’s Happening with Hugoton Students?

Mrs. Goode’s preschool class is so excited to start playing Bingo with Pioneer Manor residents last Tuesday!

Hugoton Elementary sixth graders Olivia Flores, Grace Dillinger, Brooke Topliss, Lilly Calleja, Cami Maravilla and Steffany Villa crack up while enjoying some Thanksgiving munchies Tuesday afternoon before the fall break.

Evan Zhang, Eduardo Tinoco, Samantha Goode and Ashton Jays show off their literacy skills in Kindergarten.

Preschool students from Hugoton’s Early Childhood Development Center travel to Pioneer Manor to enjoy snacks, Bingo and some hugs with the residents.

Mrs. Howie’s third grade class members don their hand-dyed and custom painted t-shirts for the annual Thanksgiving feast last Tuesday.

Students made stew, pies, rolls and butter for the meal!

ECDC student Alexa Kaiser prances around in bunny ears and some silly glasses during inside recess last week.

HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY will host their annual Christmas program,

“We Three Spies”

Hugoton Learning Academy students and staff visit, laugh and - most importantly - EAT during their Thanksgiving meal last Tuesday, November 24.

Friday, December 4 at 6:30 p.m. at the First Christian Church, 600 Van Buren in Hugoton.

The community is invited to join the students for a great night of fellowship.

Give The Gift Jair Saldana, Chaney Poulsen, Aiden Gardano and Chloe Trayler bring out their boxes of tea during their second grade program Thursday, November 19. The students’ “All-American” concert featured several patriotic songs and speeches.

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Eighth grade girls basketball teams host Holcomb Longhorns The eighth grade girls' basketball teams hosted Holcomb Monday, November 23 and came away with a split decision. The "A" team was able to outlast the Longhorns, while the "B" team did not fare as well in their game.

"A" team sneaks past Holcomb The "A" team started off the afternoon in a defensive battle against Holcomb. Both teams hustled and displayed

swarming defenses to keep the basketball out of the nets.

The teams split four points and came away with a two-all tie at the end of one quarter thanks to Frances Gaskill's two pointer for the Eagles.

A trio of offensive production from three Eagles put Hugoton up over Holcomb going into half time. First, Gaskill put up another two pointer for her team. Then Alexis Jays took to the free

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throw line and was successful, adding one point to the scoreboard. Later, Breckyn Hertel swished the net as she added two more points for the Eagles. The break at half had Hugoton up over Holcomb by a score of 7 - 4.

Toby McClure started off the third quarter with successful scoring opportunities.

She knocked down a two pointer and later followed it up with a free throw. Jenna Beesley had a great shot to add two points, while Gaskill added two more to her day.

At the end of three quarters, Hugoton had a narrow lead of 14 -12.

The final quarter was back and forth between both teams as they scrambled to win the game. Both the defense and offense for Hugoton gave an all out effort to defeat Holcomb with a 21-20 victory. Gaskill contributed four points during the fourth quarter, while Beesley scored two and Hertel converted an important free throw. Eagles defeat the Longhorns by a single point in this exciting game.

"B" Team Falls to Holcomb Holcomb took the lead over the Eagles and maintained it throughout the entire game. Hugoton kept their opponent under 20 points for the game, however that was not enough to secure an Eagle victory.

The first quarter had contributions by Angelica Bojorquez with a two pointer and Demaris Sanchez sank a free throw for one point. However, the Longhorns were able

to put up seven points during the first quarter and led by a score of 7-3.

The next period of play saw little scoring by either team. The Eagles and the Longhorns both added two points to their side of the scoreboard. Amber Baeza was the lone contributor with two points for Hugoton. The score at the half was Holcomb with nine points to Hugoton's five points.

The second half of play had Holcomb scoring three more points than Hugoton in the final two periods. Ruth

Yesica Calleja in control of the basketball during the game against Holcomb.

Martinez was able to put up two points for the Eagles. The end result of the game was Holcomb over Hugoton by the score of 17-10.

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"A" Team defeats Goodland The Hugoton seventh grade girls’ basketball team dominated Goodland in their game. The Eagles outscored and shut out Goodland during the first half of play. During the first part of the game, Hugoton outscored Goodland by 24 points to zero as the teams reached half time.

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quarter of play ended with the Eagles in control with a 36-4 advantage. As the game concluded, Hugoton won in a blowout with the final tally being 40-5.

The scoring for the game was as follows: Molly McClure with 14; Jordyn Beard with ten; McKenna Hamlin with nine; Oliviah Archuleta with four; Rolanda Gerber with two and Milly McClure with one.

"B" Team wins over Goodland The "B" team rallied late in the game to surpass Goodland and win the game. They trailed after two of the first three quarters of the contest.

There was very little scoring by either team in the first half of play. An eight point tie was all that could be mustered by Hugoton and Goodland by the break.

The third quarter had Goodland breaking away from the Eagles. By the end of the third, the Eagles were trailing their opponent by the score of 11 to 15. The fourth quarter had the Eagles rally to defeat the team from Goodland. The Eagles were victorious with a 22-18 win.

The scorers were as follows: Denisse Delgado and Abbey Goode each with six; Abby Nichols with four; and Juditih Avila, Annha Eshbaugh and Marisa Saucedo with two apiece.

Coach Nick Rodriguez said, "In the ‘A’ team game the girls got rolling and just played really well. We were solid defensively and limited their opportunities to score.

Overall, a pretty good game by the team. In the ‘B’ team we trailed the entire game but put together a solid fourth quarter. Both teams really ran our man to man offense really well. It gave us a lot of quality looks.”

Amber Baeza takes the ball up the court for the HMS Lady Eagles at home Monday.

Autumn Eaton flies past Holcomb players on an offensive drive down the court.

Celebrate Christmas with KWEC Join the staff of the Kansas Wetlands Education Center (KWEC), 592 NE K156 in Great Bend, in celebrating the Christmas season with a Holiday Open House this Saturday, December 5, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.

While the kids decorate gingerbread birdhouses and make bird feeders, adults can take advantage of specials in the gift shop, enter a contest for a $50 gift certificate and consider taking home original pen and ink drawings by local artist and bird authority Robert Penner. Hum along to holiday music selections and graze on Christmas cookies, breads and warm beverages.

There is no charge for the activities.

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goose and earn the opportunity to win a $50 gift certificate to KWEC’s gift store.

He’ll be hiding somewhere within the Center. Gift store shoppers may also purchase one item at 40 percent off, excluding consignment items.

Penner, The Nature Conservancy’s Avian Programs manager at Cheyenne Bottoms, will sign copies of his book The Birds of Cheyenne Bottoms in addition to displaying his original pen and ink bird drawings.

Spots are limited for the gingerbread birdhouse activity, so register before the December 3 deadline. No registration is required for any other activities. To register and learn more, call 877243-9268 or visit wetlandscenter.fhsu.edu.

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Santa Fe Trail Association board entrusts organization with book collection The Santa Fe Trail Association board and their archivist have entrusted the Colonel John Seward Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution with 106 books from the Harry C. Myers Collection for the SAR Library to be maintained by CJS in the Hallmark addition to the Coronado Museum in Liberal being constructed by the Seward County Historical Society.

After serving in Viet Nam and receiving his education from Western Illinois University Mr. Myers joined the National Park Service in the mid 70s and served in various positions and locations until his retirement in 2007.

During his service he became quite knowledgeable about the Santa Fe Trail, conducting research and writing about the Trail. He was also

involved in projects and studies which benefited the Trail.

He received many awards for his work.

Upon his retirement, he became Association Manager for the Santa Fe Trail Association; serving until his death in 2010.

The Harry C. Myers collection contains books dealing with the history, geography, art, and people of the Trail.

The SFTA has gone through this collection and made available to libraries books which are duplicates or not strictly in line with the mission of the SFTA. Including the CJS~SAR library, 17 libraries in the Trail area have benefited from the generosity of Mr. Myers and the Santa Fe Trail Association.

Special appreciation to Ruth Olson Peters and Martha Scranton for the

Pictured are from the left are SFTA Archivist Ruth Olson Peters, CJS~SAR member Robert Caraway, and SFTA Office Administrator Linda Rovello. The picture is taken at the Santa Fe Trail Center west of Larned where the SFTA maintains office space.

The hustle and bustle of the holiday season - from office parties to family gatherings - often leads to over-indulging and deviating from a healthy lifestyle; luckily, it's still possible to enjoy many of your favorite holiday dishes while reducing carb and sugar intake.

And the numbers don't lie - numerous studies show that low-carb eating can be a healthy lifestyle option for people who want to lose or maintain their weight.

When you control your carbohydrate intake, you start burning stored fat as your fuel source instead of carbohydrates.

Low-carb eating results in more effective weight loss and better health markers, such as a decrease in your risk of heart disease and diabetes. Plus, a low-carb lifestyle, such as Atkins, can be customized to your individual needs to help you lose weight and keep it off.

In fact, with the wide variety of foods to choose from in a low-carb lifestyle, it's easy to find plenty of the festive foods and recipes you like so you can skip the stress this holiday season and simply focus on celebrating.

These recipes favorites of actress Alyssa Milano, who started her own journey on the Atkins program - show how easy it is to make and enjoy low-carb dishes packed with flavor. Find more low-carb recipes to share this holiday season at atkins.com.

Fresh Mozzarella Salad with Basil Pesto Prep time: 10 minutes Net carbs: 1.7 g 4 cups arugula 1/4 cup basil pesto 2 pounds sliced whole milk mozzarella cheese 2 small whole red tomatoes, sliced Basil Pesto 24 ounces basil 1/3 cup dried pine nuts 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 teaspoon garlic 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil To prepare pesto, combine basil, pine nuts, Parmesan, garlic and salt in

food processor or blender; pulse until finely chopped. Add oil in slow and steady stream with machine running; process until fairly smooth but not pureed. Serve immediately, refrigerate in airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.

Toss arugula with 2 tablespoons of pesto. Mound onto serving plates. Top with alternating slices of mozzarella and tomato. Drizzle with remaining pesto and serve.

Recipes courtesy of Atkins.

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hours spent cataloging the Harry C. Myers Collection; The Board of the Santa Fe Trail Association; 'Wagon Track' SFTA Quarterly, Mike Olsen, and Ruth Olson Peters

for the information used for this article; and Lynda Fort, Kansas Daughters of the American Revolution State Librarian for letting us know these books were available.

Lola Caraway and some of the books from the Harry C. Myers collection.

The books pictured above are from the Harry C. Myers collection, which is being retained by the SFTA.

A photo of Harry C. Myers, his signature hat, and a plaque from one of his postings with the National Park Service are also displayed.

Chicken Parmesan with Garlic Sauteed Baby Broccoli Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes Net carbs: 7.9 g 20 ounces boneless, cooked chicken breasts salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 15 ounces canned tomato sauce 1/2 teaspoon ground dried basil 1/4 teaspoon leaf oregano 1 teaspoon sucralose sweetener (sugar substitute) 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 cup shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese 20 cups baby broccoli florets 1/2 teaspoon garlic Heat oven to 350 F. Using meat mallet, pound out chicken breasts until they are about 1/4to 1/2-inch thick. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, and place into preheated skillet over medium-high heat with 2 tablespoons oil.

Cook until brown on both sides, about 2 minutes per side, then layer into 8-by-8-inch baking pan.

In small bowl, combine tomato sauce, basil, oregano, sucralose and Parmesan cheese. Mix with spoon and pour over chicken. Layer mozzarella on top and bake 25-30 minutes, until cheese is melted and sauce is bubbly.

During last 10 minutes of cooking chicken, use same skillet to saute baby broccoli. Over medium-high heat, add garlic and broccoli to 2 remaining oil. Saute until broccoli is crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Serve immediately with chicken.

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Hugoton High School Auditorium AJ has been selected to sing at Carnegie Hall in February !!!

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Cauliflower-Cheddar Mash Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 8 minutes Net carbs: 3.5 g 1 cup cauliflower 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Steam cauliflower in steamer basket over boiling water in medium covered sauce pot until tender, about 5 minutes.

Remove to bowl and mash with fork.

Top with cheese and season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

THE DISH ON LOW-CARB EATING If sticking to a low-carb diet seems like a lofty goal, you may find it helpful to focus on all the foods you can eat with confidence while watching your carbs: * High-fiber vegetables * Protein (fish/seafood, poultry, beef, pork, eggs, plant-based) * Healthy fats (olive oil, avocados, nuts, butter) * Dairy (cheese, Greek yogurt) * Low-glycemic fruits (berries, cherries, melon)

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Hugoton FFA hosted the "Leadership in Southwest Kansas" event, FFA members of the Elkhart and Southwestern Heights also participated with the Hugoton Chapter. The Kansas State FFA Officer

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team were the presenters and covered the subjects of “Agriculture Advocacy”, “Developing Tools for Success” and “Using Career Development Events to Explore Career Areas of Interest”. Hugoton FFA serving

as host made all of the arrangements to get the State Officer team here, providing material help and arranging with the Hugoton FFA Alumni to prepare lunch for participants.

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Specialty Clinics Scheduled for December 2015 Dr. Farhoud Dr. Frankum Dr. Plomaritis Sam Gross Dr. Brown Dr. Ansari Dr. Farhoud Dr. Frankum Sam Gross CLOSED for Dr. Ansari

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For appointments with: Dr. Ansari 624-6222; Dr. Brown 544-8339; Dr. Farhoud 1-855-969-8900; Dr. Plomaritis 275-3030; Dr. Frankum 544-8339; Dietitian 544-8339 For all other appointments please call 544-8339 or 544-6160.

Flu shots are now available in the Specialty Clinic.

Please bring your insurance cards with you.

Hugoton The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce hopes you and your family had a thankful Thanksgiving and now that that holiday is over we head back to our week. The beginning of the week finds us covered in snow and ice so be careful!

I want to start off by welcoming our newest member, Imports Valles at 610 S. Main. They have the most quality clothes and the greatest prices. There is no need to go out of town for that something special to wear, or the best fitting pair of jeans. I got a pair and I love them. They also wire money, send faxes and offer a few other services.

Go check them out and help keep our money LOCAL. Also, Yardmaster has Fresh Cut Christmas Trees in a choice of Concolor and Fraser Fir. Go pick out your tree at Third and Main in Hugoton!

How many of you know anything about Chambers and what they do? We know they are established to promote local business and keep dollars in their area but Chambers of Commerce have actually done some exciting things in the past.

Do you know why Charles Lindbergh’s plane was called The Spirit of Saint Louis? It is because the Saint Louis Chamber helped fund his historic flight across the Atlantic. Do you know how the Miss America Pageants came to be?

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Chamber started it. And as it turns out the Chicago Association of Commerce contributed greatly to the takedown of Al Capone. It’s all true, look it up.

This is my favorite. The president of the White LakeBethel New York Chamber of Commerce filed for and obtained the permit for Woodstock. The concert that kicked off the “Summer of Love” and forever changed the face of youth and music and culture was made possible by the local Chamber.

Awesome!

From the first organized Chamber of Commerce in Marseille, France in 1599 to the first English speaking Chamber in New York in 1768 to today, these community organizations have been helping businesses and communities develop and grow.

Granted, the Hugoton office probably will not be presented opportunities like those mentioned above, but there is plenty to get excited about. While keeping the time honored and cherished traditions such as the Winter Carnival, Fireworks, Park Day and the Spook Parade this director has plans on adding new events and building on the ones we have. A good example is the Music Fest and Craft Show in September. I can see this growing and becoming a much bigger event in the next few years.

About SANTA, I have word directly from North Pole intel-

ligence that he is for sure coming to the Senior Center December 5 from 2-4 pm. To honor his arrival we are having a big Winter Carnival with fun and prizes. The kiddos can see Santa and play games for a great indoor afternoon. The Santa Committee hosted a great night of caroling November 27 and now is bringing Santa to Hugoton!

Before Santa comes to the Senior Center he is stopping at Flatlanders Saturday for PET PORTRAIT DAY. Bring your pets for a FREE selfie with Santa. Dress your pet at home or choose from some costumes they have on hand.

You can create a lasting memory of your pet with Santa!

There will be opportunities for community service volunteers coming up as well. Local students needing scholarships and big companies

seeking to keep their employees involved and busy will find plenty to do at the Chamber in 2016.

As the New Year approaches I am thinking of ways to inspire businesses to want to join this great group.

I do not want to grow stale in the changing tides of times and culture, but keep up.

Fresh thinking should always be at the forefront. No, Hugoton does not have the funds to sponsor the next Lindbergh but these historic inspirations can help us think outside the box. To think “Community.” To think “Exciting.” To think “Progress.”

Because Chambers of Commerce people are way more fun and more cool than people realize!

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Agencies announce opening of Scholarship Essay Contest Kansas high school seniors have the opportunity to win one of fifteen scholarships, with the grand prize amount totaling $2500, to help cover the cost of tuition at a Kansas school of higher education by entering the Kansas Financial Scholars Essay Scholarship Contest.

The contest is jointly sponsored by the Office of the Kansas Securities Commissioner (KSC) and the Office of the State Bank Commissioner (OSBC). Scholarships will be awarded in the amounts of $2500, $2000, $1500, $1000, $500, and ten $100 honorable mention awards to eligible seniors.

Students who choose to participate in the competition will be asked to write a twopart essay. The first section will be a 1-2 page profile about someone whose personal financial decisions have positively impacted the student’s or others’ lives. Then in a 3-6 page analysis, students should apply the lessons learned from that individual to their own financial plans.

To be eligible, students must be a Kansas public, private, or home-schooled high school senior planning to attend a Kansas technical school, college or university.

They also must have enrolled in and completed at least one KSC or OSBC sponsored program (EverFi Financial Literacy, The Stock Market Game, or Life$marts) during their high school career. Success-

ful completion of a sponsored course by May 3 is required.

“Commissioner Schuster and I are very pleased to offer this opportunity for Kansas graduating seniors again this year,” said Securities Commissioner Josh Ney. “As was evident in the excellent essays we received last year, developing wise financial habits is influenced more than anything else by positive role models in our families or other close personal relationships. I look forward to reading this year’s entries.”

“We want to see our Kansas high school students enter the next stage of life with a strong financial foundation,” said Bank Commissioner Deryl Schuster. “The programs we support help students develop lifelong financial skills, and the scholarship contest provides the opportunity to share that knowledge and earn money for their higher education.”

Teachers, parents, or students may contact the KSC to sign up today for one of the free prerequisite programs by calling 913-652-9164 to speak with Shannon Stone, the Director of Investor Education for the KSC. Essays will be accepted from December 1, 2015 through April 1, 2016. To learn more about participating in the contest, visit ksc.ks.gov/scholarship, www.osbckansas.org, or send an email to Shannon.Stone@ ksc.ks.gov.

Kansas Weekly Gas Prices Average retail gasoline prices in Kansas have fallen 3.5 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $1.85 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 2.4 cents per gallon in the last week to $2.04 per gallon, according to gasoline price Web site GasBuddy.com.

Areas nearby Kansas and their current gas price climate: Wichita - $1.77/gallon, down 6.6 cents per gallon from last week's $1.83/gallon. Lincoln- $2.23/gallon, down 6.2 cents per gallon from last week's $2.29/gallon. Topeka- $1.84/gallon, down 3.9 cents per gallon from last week's $1.88/gallon.

Including the change in gas prices in Kansas during the past week, prices Sunday were 75.3 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 29.2 cents per gallon lower than a month ago. The national average has decreased 14.1

cents per gallon during the last month and stands 72.9 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.

"Gasoline prices over the weekend and holiday were certainly quite cheap compared to prior years and other holidays this year," said Patrick DeHaan, GasBuddy senior petroleum analyst.

"While some cities and states may see some slight bumps at the pump in the days ahead thanks to the fallout of the downing of a Russian fighter jet last week, we're more focused on the upcoming OPEC meeting this coming weekend and the potential implications from any major change in oil production. There are expectations that OPEC will continue to kick the can down the road and not change production levels. If there are surprises either way, it could definitely be felt at the pump and into 2016," he added.

For a complete listing of current averages and other fuel price data, visit http://media.gasbuddy.com.

For fuel news and alerts, follow @GasBuddyNews on Twitter.

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Thursday, December 3, 2015

This year marks fifty years of deer hunting in Kansas Wednesday, December 2, 2015, the opening day of the firearm deer season, is a big day for many Kansas deer hunters. But it’s also important for another reason. This year’s season marks the fiftieth anniversary of modern deer hunting in Kansas. And to borrow a slogan from a 1960s commercial, “We’ve come a long way, baby.”

The 2015 firearm deer season is December 2-13, and all hunters with 2015 permits may hunt with any legal equipment, as specified on their permit. Anyone hunting deer during the 12-day season must wear hunter orange – an orange hat and a vest that has 100 square inches of orange visible from the front and 100 square inches of orange visible from the back.

All deer hunters must have a deer permit and all nonresidents and residents age 1674 must also have a hunting license, unless exempt.

Compared to other Midwest states, Kansas’ deer hunting tradition is relatively young. The first regulated season was in 1965, when limited firearm and archery

seasons were opened. Just 50 years before that, deer may have been completely extirpated from the state, as a result of unregulated market and subsistence hunting.

That first modern firearm season was five days long, December 11-15, and just 3,975 firearm permits were issued. Hunters took 1,153 deer that first year for a 29 percent success rate. Compare that to 2014 when 123,000 hunters killed 93,939 deer (many hunters filled antlerless-only permits in addition to their either sex permit). We have come a long way, and anyone interested in the history of deer and deer hunting in Kansas should check out the November/December 2015 issue of Kansas Wildlife & Parks magazine. The entire issue is devoted to this species and the Kansas deer hunting tradition. Individual copies can be purchased by calling (620) 672-5911.

If you don’t already have your permit, many are available over the counter and online. Hunters with a lifetime hunting license can purchase

statewide Any-season, Either-sex Whitetail permits through the end of December. A hunter may purchase only one permit that allows the harvest of an antlered deer, but once that is purchased, up to five additional Whitetail Antlerless-only permits, which are valid in units specified on the permit (no antlerless permits are valid in Unit 18), can be purchased.

Nonresident hunters must apply for a limited number of Whitetail Either-Sex permits in April.

Hunters can ensure that the fiftieth anniversary of

deer hunting in Kansas is safe and enjoyable by following common sense safety rules: be sure of your target and what lies behind it; always point your muzzle in a safe direction; transport your firearm unloaded and cased; hunt ethically and observe principles of fair chase; get landowner permission before hunting any private land, whether it’s posted or not; and be sure to validate and attach the carcass tag before moving a deer from the site of the kill. Let’s hope the next 50 years are as remarkable as the last 50.

Kansas revenue receipts beat estimates by $14.6 million for November

Emmy has experienced 700 books in the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library. Way to go, Emmy!

Revenue receipts for November beat estimates by $14.6 million, driven in part by stronger than expected individual income tax receipts.

Individual income tax receipts were $3 million, or 1.7 percent, more than estimates.

Sales and use tax receipts continue to follow a national growth trend, and collections were more than expected.

Sale tax receipts were $3.5 million more than estimates and $17 million more than what was collected November 2014.

“Individual income tax receipts continue to reflect growth and a low unemployment rate,” said Revenue Secretary Nick Jordan.

Tax receipts collected by the Department of Revenue for November exceeded expectations for both the month and the year to date.

Total receipts for the fiscal year to date, reflecting money collected by the Kansas Department of Revenue and other agencies totaled $2.3 billion.

Kansas Common Sense

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

I continued my Kansas Listening Tour this week with a stop in Marshall County. I was in Beattie Monday where around 30 town hall attendees stopped by the Beattie Community Center. We discussed the threat from the Islamic State, the burden of federal regulations on small town banks, and health care for veterans. Thanks to Bill Phillipi and Kevin O’Neil for coordinating my visit. After the town hall, I drove to Summerfield and visited the Holy Family Parish Hall, which was built in 1921 and is one of many beautiful, old

churches state.

throughout

our

Hiawatha I enjoyed good company and conversations at my town hall meeting at the Fisher Community Center in Hiawatha. Our discussion included the continued instability in the Middle East as a result of the Islamic State, care for our Veterans, the importance of quality health care to rural communities, and banking system reform.

I was glad to visit with the more than 40 people in attendance who came to make their opinions and sugges-

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tions heard. Thanks to Hiawatha City Administrator Mike Nichols for coordinating my visit.

Larned It was great to see familiar faces at my Pawnee County Kansas Listening Tour Stop in Larned Wednesday. More than 30 area residents stopped by to discuss issues facing our state and nation including the threat of the Islamic State, immigration, executive overreach, and the budget. Thanks to Janet Olson at the Larned Area Chamber of Commerce for hosting the event.

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Overall revenue receipts collections – which includes corporate franchise fee, insurance premiums, interest, net transfers, agency earnings and miscellaneous – were $439 million for the month, or $14.6 million more than expectations.

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The 3 rd Annual

Toy Drive!!

Please bring a new toy and drop it off at any toy drive location boxes. All the toys will be distributed to children in and around Stevens County. All toys must be new and dropped off by December 15th. Please help out a child who may not receive a gift this year.

If you know of a child who needs a Christmas gift, please contact Alisha at 620-544-6162.

Thank you and God Bless!!

Boxes are located at

Stevens County Hospital, Pioneer Manor, Dollar General, and Flatlanders.

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History From The Hermes Compiled by Ruthie Winget Thursday, December 9, 2010 Betty Rosel was honored with a special award to recognize her for forty years of service as Stevens County Register of Deeds from the Kansas Association of Counties.

Stevens County Commissioners O.D. Littrell, Gary Baker and David Bozone presented her the special honor.

Bloodhart Drug closed their doors permanently December 7, 2010. The Stevens County Retail Pharmacy plans to open their new facility December 16, 2010.

Thursday, December 8, 2005 The late Francis Patton has received calendar girl status.

The KU Center of Aging has issued a calendar with Patton’s honorable mention award embellishing the month of April’s page. The photo shows she is wearing an improvised Easter hat as she greets guests at the Hugoton Senior Center in the Hutton Civic Center.

Thursday, December 7, 1995 Randy Greenwood of Hugoton has produced a trilogy of novels about the Civil War centered in Kansas, Missouri and Arkansas. The books have now been published and are selling in book stores nationwide.

Thursday,December 12, 1985 Darin Heger will be among the featured soloists to perform

at Panhandle State University’s annual Christmas concert at Goodwell, Ok. Thursday, December 9, 1965 Loren Zabel has been chosen to be International Farm Youth Exchange delegate for 1966. He will be sent overseas, but the name of the country he will be going to has not been released.

Thursday, December 15, 1960 Thompson IGA was burglarized Sunday evening with a loss of $150 in cash is the report of Forrest Thompson, one of the owners. Entry was made through the back door. Charles McEacherin, the Rainbow bread man, noticed the burglary when he made his early morning bread delivery.

Friday, December 7, 1945 Sergeant Harold Staff Christopher, grandson of Mrs. J.A. Christopher, has returned home after spending almost three and one-half years in a Japanese prison camp. He was captured April 9, 1942 and released August 17, 1945. The biggest loss of men came as a result of lack of medical supplies, Sergeant Christopher said. He recalled about 25 percent of the men in his camp died from lack of medical care.

There were about 1,400 men in his camp. The men lived mainly on maize and soy beans and at one time his weight fell from a

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normal 148 to 87 pounds. He received no mail until the war ended, and the letters given him then by the Japanese were written in 1942 and 1943. News of the end of the war and liberation came from the Russians who occupied the area of the prison camp. Christopher has been in the army five years and two months.

Friday, December 6, 1935 The Christmas lights were strung across the streets during the past week and are now turned on nights. They certainly put the Christmas spirit into our town.

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.

There are numerous endof-year holidays. Thanksgiving, Christmas, Chanukah, Kwanzaa, and New Year’s Eve are celebrated this time of year, but there’s another holiday that’s celebrated in December. Each December 23, legions of “Seinfeld” fans and many others who are familiar with the popular series pay hommage to “A Festivus for the Rest of Us.” This contrived, alternative holiday was a plot line developed for the beloved Costanza family on the series and was billed as Frank Costanza’s creation. Festivus debuted December 18, 1997, on the episode, “The Strike.”

Instead of a tree, candles or carols, Festivus celebrations involve a metal pole, the airing of grievances and feats of strength.

Many believe Festivus was simply a television creation, but the holiday is loosely rooted in fact. Daniel O’Keefe, a former writer for “Seinfeld,” reluctantly admitted that his father, Dan, actually invented

The Moscow High School band performed for the crowd in the auditorium of the old school.

This photo was taken during the school years

Festivus in 1966. O’Keefe told CNN that his little brother let the Festivus traditions slip out, and other writers for the show, including Jerry Seinfeld, felt it would make for a great episode, particularly because the holiday wasn’t beholden to anything political or religious. That was the reason O’Keefe’s father developed it in the first place. The real Festivus had few similarities to the TV version.

While there was an airing of grievances, the pole and feats of strength were absent.

In addition, Festivus would be celebrated any time between October and May. O’Keefe has written that his father would also nail a bag containing a clock to the wall each year, but he doesn’t know why his father did this.

Since 1997, the holiday has become a worldwide celebration, with people gathering around their own metal poles in late December every year.

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of 1957 and 1958. Martha Pittman Thompson brought in this great picture. Thanks, Martha, for thinking of us.

Kathryn has joined the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library. Welcome, Kathryn! We know you'll do great!

IRS tax changes concerning charity gifts are listed

The Internal Revenue Service reminded individuals and businesses making year-end gifts to charity that several important tax law provisions have taken effect in recent years.

Some of the changes taxpayers should keep in mind include: Rules for Charitable Contributions of Clothing and Household Items Household items include furniture, furnishings, electronics, appliances and linens.

Clothing and household items donated to charity generally must be in good used condition or better to be tax-deductible.

A clothing or household item for which a taxpayer claims a deduction of over $500 does not have to meet this standard if the taxpayer includes a qualified appraisal of the item with the return.

Donors must get a written

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acknowledgement from the charity for all gifts worth $250 or more. It must include, among other things, a description of the items contributed.

Guidelines for Monetary Donations A taxpayer must have a bank record or a written statement from the charity in order to deduct any donation of money, regardless of amount.

The record must show the name of the charity and the date and amount of the contribution. Bank records include canceled checks, and bank, credit union and credit card statements. Bank or credit union statements should show the name of the charity, the date, and the amount paid.

Credit card statements should show the name of the charity, the date, and the transaction posting date.

Donations of money include those made in cash or by check, electronic funds transfer, credit card and payroll deduction.

For payroll deductions, the taxpayer should retain a pay stub, a Form W-2 wage statement or other document furnished by the employer showing the total amount withheld for charity, along with the pledge card showing the name of the charity.

These requirements for the deduction of monetary donations do not change the longstanding requirement that a taxpayer obtain an acknowledgment from a charity for each deductible donation (either money or property) of $250 or more. However, one statement containing all of the required information may meet both requirements.

Reminders The IRS offers the following

additional reminders to help taxpayers plan their holiday and year-end gifts to charity: • Qualified charities. Check that the charity is eligible. Only donations to eligible organizations are tax-deductible. Select Check, a searchable online tool available on IRS.gov, lists most organizations that are eligible to receive deductible contributions. In addition, churches, synagogues, temples, mosques and government agencies are eligible to receive deductible donations at https://www.irs. gov/Charities-&-NonProfits/Exempt-OrganizationsSelect-Check. That is true even if they are not listed in the tool’s database.

• Year-end gifts. Contributions are deductible in the year made.

Thus, donations charged to a credit card before the end of 2015 count for 2015, even if the credit card bill isn’t paid until 2016. Also, checks count for 2015 as long as they are mailed in 2015.

• Itemize deductions. For individuals, only taxpayers who itemize their deductions on Form 1040 Schedule A can claim deductions for charitable contributions. This deduction is not available to individuals who choose the standard deduction. This includes anyone who files a short form (Form 1040A or 1040EZ). A taxpayer will have a tax savings only if the total itemized deductions (mortgage interest, charitable contributions, state and local taxes, etc.) exceed the standard deduction. Use the 2015 Form 1040 Schedule A to determine whether itemizing is better than claiming the standard deduction.

• Record donations. For all donations of property, including clothing and household

items, get from the charity, if possible, a receipt that includes the name of the charity, date of the contribution, and a reasonably-detailed description of the donated property. If a donation is left at a charity’s unattended drop site, keep a written record of the donation that includes this information, as well as the fair market value of the property at the time of the donation and the method used to determine that value.

Additional rules apply for a contribution of $250 or more at https://www.irs.gov/Chari ties-&-Non-Profits/CharitableOrganizations/CharitableContributions-Written-Acknow ledgments • Special Rules. The deduction for a car, boat or airplane donated to charity is usually limited to the gross proceeds from its sale. This rule applies if the claimed value is more than $500. Form 1098-C or a similar statement, must be provided to the donor by the organization and attached to the donor’s tax return.

• If the amount of a taxpayer’s deduction for all noncash contributions is over $500, a properly-completed Form 8283 must be submitted with the tax return.

IRS.gov has additional information on charitable giving, including: •Charities and Non Profits https://www.irs.gov/Chari ties-&-Non-Profits •Publication 526, Charitable Contributions https://www. irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p526.pdf •Online mini-course, Can I Deduct My Charitable Contributions? https://www. stayexempt.irs.gov/In-depthTopics/Can-I-Deduct-MyCharitable-Contributions-2

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USDA begins forty-ninth enrollment period for the Conservation Reserve Program

Rylee Fann speaks about sewing stitches during the recent Cloverleaf Cowboys meeting. Photo courtesy of Keri Clark.

Cloverleaf Cowboys hear project talks The meeting of the Cloverleaf Cowboys was called to order by Vice President Sydney Beesley. Amaya Johnson and Riley Fann led the Flag Salute and 4-H pledge. Roll call was answer by “What are you doing for Thanksgiving?” and there was a quorum present. Claire Clark and Lainey Cox led the club in singing “Itsy Bitsy Spider” and Kynna Crawford gave devotions. Emma French gave the Council and Jr. Leaders report and Amanda Willis gave the Leader’s report. She reminded the club to have their online enrollment forms for 4-H done and the club’s Christmas party is December 13.

There was no old business but under new business Emma French moved that the club have the Pioneer Manor Christmas Day Friday, December 18. Faith Beesley seconded the motion and the motion passed.

Claire Clark gave a project talk about Kansas Youth Leadership Forum at Rock Springs camp and Riley Fann gave a project talk about the different types of sewing stitches.

For recreation, Emma French led the club in playing “pop the balloon”. Stand in Vice President, Faith

Beesley read next month’s agenda.

Riley Fann and Amaya Johnson led the motto. Claire Clark moved we adorn the meeting and Claudia Clark seconded. The Lainey Cox family served as host and cleaned up.

Claire Clark, Cloverleaf

Cloverleaf Cowboys 4-H Club member Claire Clark discusses the Kansas Youth Leadership Forum at Rock Springs 4-H Camp. Photo courtesy of Keri Clark.

PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, November 26, 2015) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Lois M. Sullivan, deceased, CASE NO.13-PR-28 NOTICE OF HEARING THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that a Petition for Final Settlement has been filed in this Court by Loren K. Sullivan, Executor of the Estate of Lois M. Sullivan, deceased, praying Petitioner’s acts be approved; the Waiver of Petitioner’s account be settled and allowed; heirs be determined; the Will be construed and the estate assigned to the persons entitled thereto; the Court find the allowances requested for attorney’s fees and expenses are

reasonable, should be allowed and ordered paid; the Court costs be determined and ordered paid; the administration of the Estate be closed; and upon the filing of receipts the Petitioner be finally discharged as the Executor of the Estate of Lois M. Sullivan, deceased, and Petitioner be released from further liability.

You are required to file your written defenses thereto on or before December 18, 2015 at 1:30 P.M., in this District Court in the City of Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the Petition.

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

PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, December 3, 2015) 3t STATE OF KANSAS, STEVENS COUNTY, ss: IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF SHIRLEY L. LAMBERT, DECEASED Case No. 15PR46 NOTICE OF HEARING You are hereby notified that Ray F. Lambert, one of the heirs, devisees and legatees of the will and estate of Shirley L. Lambert, deceased, has filed a petition in the above Court, together with authenticated copy of the foreign probated will of the decedent, Shirley L. Lambert, and the proceedings admitting her will to probate in the General Court of Justice, Superior Court Division, Warren County, North Carolina, on November 12, 2014. The Petition alleges, among other things, the decedent was the owner at the time of her death of certain real estate situate in Stevens County, Kansas, upon which decedent's will operates, as more fully described in the petition filed in this proceeding.

The petitioner prays the Court for

an order admitting proceedings had in the General Court of Justice, Superior Court Division on November 12, 2014, Warren County, North Carolina, to probate and record in the District Court of Stevens County, Kansas, and adjudging administration of the estate within the State of Kansas is unnecessary and should not be required; the decedent's real estate, including mineral interests, described in the Petition, owned by the decedent, Shirley L. Lambert, be assigned to the persons entitled thereto, pursuant to the terms of decedent's will, and for further relief.

You are hereby required to file your defenses to the petition on or before the 29th day of December, 2015, at 10:30 a.m. of said day, in said Court, in the district courtroom at the county courthouse, in Hugoton, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition.

Ray F. Lambert Petitioner TATE & KITZKE L.L.C. 1024 S. Trindle, P. O. Box 909 Hugoton, KS 67951 Telephone: 620-544-2103 Attorneys for Petitioner

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack reminded farmers and ranchers that the next general enrollment period for the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) began December 1, 2015, and ends February 26, 2016. December 2015 also marks the thirtieth anniversary of CRP, a federally funded program that assists agricultural producers with the cost of restoring, enhancing and protecting certain grasses, shrubs and trees to improve water quality, prevent soil erosion and reduce loss of wildlife habitat.

As of September 2015, 24.2 million acres were enrolled in CRP. CRP also is protecting more than 170,000 stream miles with riparian forest and grass buffers, enough to go around the world seven times. For an

interactive tour of CRP success stories from across the U.S., visit www.fsa.usda.gov/ CRPis30, or follow on Twitter at #CRPis30.

"Over the past 30 years, farmers, ranchers, conservationists, hunters, fishermen and other outdoor enthusiasts have made CRP one of the most successful conservation programs in the history of the country," said Vilsack. "Today, CRP continues to make major environmental improvements to water and air quality. This is another longstanding example of how agricultural production can work hand in hand with efforts to improve the environment and increase wildlife habitat."

Participants in CRP establish long-term, resource-conserving plant species, such

Sproul Ranch receives the 2015 Kansas Leopold Conservation award Sand County Foundation, in partnership with the Kansas Association of Conservation Districts (KACD) and the Ranchland Trust of Kansas (RTK), are proud to announce Sproul Ranch as the first recipient of the Kansas Leopold Conservation Award®, which honors Kansas landowner achievement in voluntary stewardship and management of natural resources.

Sproul Ranch is a 2,200acre stocker ranch in Chautauqua County owned and managed by Bill Sproul and his family. When the Sprouls purchased their land, it had a long history of overgrazing and was rapidly transforming into woodland. After removing the invasive woody plants, they transformed the land back into tall, native prairie grass and manage it through patch-burn grazing.

While the cattle graze the burned areas, the unburned grass accumulates, providing habitat for wildlife and fuel for future burns.

Bill always considers the long-term consequences of his decisions on prairie health. When a drought reduced his forage production, he continued to reduce his stocking rates to help the land recover, even if it meant deferring grazing on some rangeland altogether. When asked about his approach to conservation, Bill said, “I let the prairie dictate what I do.”

Over the past eight years, Bill has worked with the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism

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to conduct annual breeding bird surveys on his ranch. He has also worked with Kansas State University to perform studies on the effects of patch-burn grazing on pollinator populations.

The Leopold Conservation Award is presented in honor of renowned conservationist and author Aldo Leopold, who called for an ethical relationship between people and the land they own and manage. Award applicants are judged based on their demonstration of improved resource conditions, innovation, long-term commitment to stewardship, sustained economic viability, community and civic leadership and multiple use benefits.

The $10,000 award, and a crystal depicting Aldo Leopold, was presented to the Sprouls at the Kansas Association of Conservation Districts Annual Convention in Wichita November 23.

“The Sprouls’ ranch is an outstanding example of conservation and truly exemplifies Aldo Leopold’s land ethic,” said Jim Krueger, KACD Executive Director.

“Their careful stewardship of the land will help ensure their unique landscape is preserved for generations to come. As the first recipients of the Kansas Leopold Conservation Award, the Sprouls have set the bar high going forward.”

“The Ranchland Trust of Kanas is proud that one of our charter members was chosen as the first Kansas recipient of the Leopold Conservation Award,” said Bill Eastman, RTK Chair of the Board. “We know first hand the conservation and stewardship of the Sproul family.

It is with great pleasure to see their efforts and leadership being recognized with an award that epitomizes the conservation movement in America.”

The Leopold Conservation Award Program in Kansas is made possible thanks to the generous support of Clean Line Energy Partners, Ducks Unlimited, ITC Great Plains, NextEra Energy Resources, Westar Energy, Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism, DuPont Pioneer, The Mosaic Company and The Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation.

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as approved grasses or trees (known as "covers") to control soil erosion, improve water quality and develop wildlife habitat on marginally productive agricultural lands. In return, FSA provides participants with rental payments and cost-share assistance. At times when commodity prices are low, enrolling sensitive lands in CRP can be especially attractive to farmers and ranchers, as it softens the economic hardship for landowners at the same time that it provides ecological benefits. Contract duration is between 10 and 15 years.

The long-term goal of the program is to re-establish native plant species on marginal agricultural lands for the primary purpose of preventing soil erosion and improving water quality and related benefits of reducing loss of wildlife habitat.

Contracts on 1.64 million acres of CRP are set to expire September 30, 2016. Producers with expiring contracts or producers with environmentally sensitive land are encouraged to evaluate their options under CRP. Since it was established December 23, 1985, CRP has: • Prevented more than nine billion tons of soil from eroding, enough soil to fill 600 million dump trucks; • Reduced nitrogen and phosphorous runoff relative to annually tilled cropland by

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95 and 85 percent respectively; • Sequestered an annual average of 49 million tons of greenhouse gases, equal to taking nine million cars off the road.

Since 1996, CRP has created nearly 2.7 million acres of restored wetlands.

For more information FSA conservation programs, visit a local FSA office or www.fsa.usda.gov/conserva tion. To find your local FSA office, visit http://offices. usda.gov.

The Conservation Reserve Program was re-authorized by the 2014 Farm Bill, which builds on historic economic gains in rural America over the past six years, while achieving meaningful reform and billions of dollars in savings for taxpayers. Since enactment, USDA has made significant progress to implement each provision of this critical legislation, including providing disaster relief to farmers and ranchers; strengthening risk management tools; expanding access to rural credit; funding critical research; establishing innovative public-private conservation partnerships; developing new markets for rural-made products; and investing in infrastructure, housing, and community facilities to help improve quality of life in rural America.

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Rolla News

By Phoebe Brummett

Pick a tag from the Hope Christmas tree The Rolla Hope Christmas tree is located in the Rolla High School office. If you would like to help a child or a family in need this Christmas, stop by and pick a tag off the tree. Arleen Cline-

smith has more details if you have questions.

Let this Christmas be the one where no child is left behind and give someone a special Christmas indeed.

Santa Day is December 18 Santa Claus will be coming to Rolla again this year.

The annual Santa Day celebration will take place December 18, beginning at 12:30 p.m. The fire truck rides will be back, as well the hay scramble, donuts and pop, drawings for turkeys and pork loin, as well as

many other events. If you enjoyed the celebration as a child and would like to donate to help continue this unique Rolla tradition, please send your donation to Rolla Santa Day, PO Box 167, Rolla, Ks. 67954. It takes a village sometimes to keep traditions alive.

Rolla Doctors Office 415 Washington St., Rolla, KS 620-593-4242

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

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Rolla Scholars’ Bowl wins first place again at Rolla Invitational Meet The Rolla Scholars’ Bowl team had much to be thankful for this past week when the team continued their dominance and placed first at the Rolla Invitational Meet.

Some of the students overheard other teams thinking that without Chandler Huddleston, Rolla didn’t stand a chance of winning. This year’s team has consistently shown that Rolla’s scholars’ have depth that other schools don’t understand. Congratulations to the team and let’s keep the streak alive!

Christmas Tea is this Sunday Ladies are invited to a Christmas Tea, next Sunday afternoon, December 6 at 4:00 p.m., at Rolla United Methodist Church. Come for a time of music, fellowship and service! If you would like childcare please call 785302-0757. Those of you who attended last month, remember to bring your "chicken change"! Take time for yourself this Christmas season and enjoy the tea party!

Thursday, December 3 - Junior High Basketball at Deerfield at 4:30 p.m.

Friday, December 4 - High School Basketball at Goodwell at 4:00 p.m.

- ARGH Saturday, December 5 - Quest at Topeka at 10:00 a.m.

- High School KMEA at Dodge City Monday, December 7 - High School Scholars’ Bowl at Southwestern Heights at 4:00 p.m.

Tuesday, December 8 - Junior High Basketball at Moscow at 4:00 p.m.

- High School Basketball at Moscow at 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, December 9 - Rolla Rec meeting at 6:30 p.m.

Scholars’ Bowl team consists of Chandler Burrows, Henry Wiebe, Allyson Norton, Paige

Claassen, Garry Norton and Preston Burrows.

Photo courtesy of Stacy Burrows.

Dunn descendants gather at Richfield for Thanksgiving Thanksgiving has become an extended family tradition for the descendants of Oral and Lena Dunn. As many of the family who can will gather at the Richfield School and eat and laugh with each

Thursday, December 10 - Rolla Basketball Showcase games begin at 3:30 p.m.

Friday, December 11 - Rolla Basketball Showcase games begin at 3:30 p.m.

- ARGH Saturday, December 12 - Rolla Basketball Showcase games begin at 3:30 p.m.

Sunday, December 13 - Mrs. Kelling’s Piano Recital at Rolla United Methodist Church Tuesday, December 15 - Junior High Pep Rally at 3:15 p.m.

- Junior High Basketball vs Tyrone at 4:30 p.m.

- Board of Education meeting at 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, December 17 - First-Twelfth Christmas Concert at 7:00 p.m.

other. This year, the weather played a big part in some not getting to attend but a crowd was there nonetheless.

Lois Dunn of Richfield was the oldest family member there and she had the largest number of descendants there as well, with all five of her children in attendance. Sam and Rachel Dunn and Samantha of Richfield were there, with their children, Daniel Dunn of Rolla and Priscilla and Pete Milburn of Elkhart with their daughters, SaKya, Adynn and Cami. JC and Penny James from Osawatomie drove the farthest.

Doug and Becky Stukey, daughter Allison and her boyfriend Cam. Hendricks, came from Wi-

chita, while Tim, Janna and Adria Dunn came from Rolla with Janna’s mother, Jane Jepson of Topeka. Karick and Phoebe Brummett of Rolla with daughters Kyri and Kylie were also in attendance.

David Dunn of Richfield organizes the event every year, and he was there to help eat all the fabulous food. Larry and Martha Dunn of Elkhart came and their daughters joined with their families, Crystal, David and Preston Bashford of Richfield and Jennifer, Chris, Brooklyn and Casey Tuttle of Guymon.

Duane and Cindi Dunn of Manhattan rounded out this crew of 36 members. A great time was had by all.

Rolla Hope dedicates memorial to reader Earlene Williams Rolla Hope continues to develop memorials around Rolla for the ones in the community who have been lost.

One memorial is dedicated to an avid reader, Earlene Williams. Earlene came to

the Rolla Library frequently to check out many books. In her memory, Rolla Hope established a new rock garden in front of the Rolla Library.

Stop by and see the beautiful area in its many seasons.

Pick a player for Rolla Hope Rolla Hope will be playing pick a player at all the home high school basketball games this season. Starting December 12 you pick your player before the game starts and donate one dollar for every

point your player makes to Rolla Hope at the end of the game. There will be a table set up in front of the new gym. Come out and support the RHS teams and Rolla Hope!

Earlene Williams’ memorial can be seen in front of the library.

Keep poinsettias looking great through the holidays Along with the fragrant evergreens and twinkling lights synonymous with the holiday season, poinsettias make up a key component of holiday decorating.

Unlike holly and some of the other greenery that is commonly associated with the holidays, poinsettias do not naturally thrive in the colder temperatures. These plants originate in southern Mexico and were considered an exotic plant when first introduced to the United States

by Joel Robert Poinsett, the first American ambassador to Mexico.

Poinsettias can be fickle plants and ones that gardening novices may find challenging to maintain. The plants are comprised of green foliage, colorful (often red) flower bracts, and the actual flowers of the plants, which are the red or green buttonlike parts nestled in the cen-

ter of the bracts.

Because they are a tropical plant, poinsettias can be damaged by exposure to low temperatures, even if they are only exposed for short periods of time. They should be wrapped and protected against the elements when brought home. For maximum plant life, poinsettias need to be placed near a warm, sunny window, or another area that has ample amounts of light. They thrive in temperatures between 60 and 75 F and should be kept away from warm or cold drafts.

Water the plant whenever the surface feels dry to the touch. Water until it drains out the bottom, but don’t let the plant sit in water. Overor under-watering can cause leaves to drop prematurely and wilt. If your home lacks in humidity, you may need to water the plant more frequently. Poinsettias do not need to be fertilized while the plant is in bloom.

The Ohio State University Extension says poinsettias can be reflowered the following Christmas, but unless a yearlong schedule of care is observed, the results usually are not good. You can speak with a gardening expert or consult online resources for the proper care schedule.

Caring for a poinsettia yearround involves gradually drying out the plant and storing it in a cool location. The plant later will be moved outdoors and then back inside and pruned to keep a full shape.

Poinsettias are short-day plants, which means they flower about 10 weeks after the daylight shortens to about 12 hours or less.

Therefore, to have the plant in full flower by Christmas, it will have to be kept in complete darkness between 5 p.m. and 8 a.m. from the first part of October until Thanksgiving. Many people find the affordability of poinsettias makes it more convenient to buy new ones each year than

try to foster regrowth.

Contrary to popular belief, poinsettias are not poisonous to humans or animals, but they should not be ingested due to the potential for allergic reactions. Poinsettias can help remove pollutants from indoor air, which is advantageous during the winter months when doors and windows are typically kept closed.

Select plants that have dark green foliage and no low or damaged leaves. This ensures the best success for keeping poinsettias looking healthy and vibrant throughout the holiday season.

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Ralph and Judy Winigar presents Lowell Stanley a “Quilt of Valor” Ralph and Judy Winigar of Wessington Springs, S.D. came to Moscow Tuesday, November 24. They stopped especially to visit Lowell Stanley. Lowell had lived in

Wessington Springs for many years, where he taught school. He moved to Moscow three years ago. The Winigars came especially to present to Lowell a "Quilt of Valor". He is

Sev Brollier enjoys her travels to see family Sev Brollier and her sisterin-law, Bev Long traveled to Branson, Mo. for several days vacation. They had a great time and took in several shows. They saw Presley's, Dutton's, and Hughes Brother's. They also really enjoyed seeing the show "Jonah".

After returning from that trip Sev went with daughter, Linda Kuhn on a ten day tour

to see lots of family and friends. They spent time with all of her kids. They also saw Rick Wooten and wife of Las Vegas, and Geary Wooten and wife and daughter Linda came back past Edmond, Ok. to see thier great-granddaughter. Then to Wichita to see grandsons and great grandkids. She really had a great time.

a Veteran of the Korean War. The Winigars ate dinner with Lowell at the Moscow Senior Center and presented the quilt to him there. They were on their way to Arizona. It was a wonderful surprise for Lowell.

A group of women from Wessington Springs meet the first and third Monday of each month at Hillcrest Heights community room to sew, red, white, and blue quilts. They are not affliated with any organization, just friends getting together to sew "Quilts of Valor".

They have compiled a list of 285 Veterans from the

Wessington Springs area and have given the patriotic colored quilts to over 160 of those on the list. Some Veterans who happened to be visiting family or friends in Wessington Springs have also received quilts. When a Veteran is presented a quilt a picture is taken for the album the group of quilters keep.

The women have been doing this project since January 2015 from donations of red, white, and blue material, backing, thread and money.

All of the women have personally donated yards of material as well as their time in their effort to "Thank a Vet".

Pancake Supper and fun night will be December 3 at 5:00 p.m.

Moscow will host the annual Pancake Supper at 5:00 p.m. Thursday, December 3 at the School Cafeteria. This is a special supper for donations served be the men of the community. The money

raised will be used to help Santa fill the treat bags given to all the children at the annual Christmas Program.

Family Fun night will follow from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Shraeders plan tree lighting and caroling party December 13 Sunday, December 13 at 6:00 p.m. the Moscow Baptist Church will have a community-wide tree lighting and caroling party. There will be cider and hot chocolate, light-

ing the tree and singing carols at 216 McLeod, Moscow, the home of Pastor Sean and Stephanie Schraeder. Come welcome in the Christmas Season.

Stu Moores host Thanksgiving guests Thanksgiving guests of Mr. and Mrs. Stu Moore were daughter, Jenica Moore of Mansfield, Tx., and son Jace Moore and roommate, Franscesco Didio, students from

Lowell Stanley displays his “Quilt of Valor” that was presented to him by the Winigars of Wessington Springs, S.D.

Schraeders celebrate Thanksgiving Sean and Stephanie Schraeder celebrated Thanksgiving in Dodge City with their children Caleb and Tara Schraeder and grand-

son, Cameron and Nathan and Hayley Schraeder and extended family at the home of Hayley's mother, Sara Stateler.

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Lawrence. Also visiting were Sandi Norton from Dodge City, niece and husband Jason and Wendy Barnett and children Auston and Lauryn of Dodge City.

MHS basketball tourney will be at Rolla The High School Basketball tournament will be at Rolla Thursday, Friday and

The small buiding pictured will be a meterhouse beneath the water tower. The Moscow City Council and employees are working with KDHE on grant and loan applications to begin work on updating the sewer system.

City Council works on grant applications The Moscow City Council and employees have been very busy working with KDHE on grant and loan applications, in order to begin work on updating the city sewer system and sewer

pond. They have built a small building as a meter house beneath the water tower. Hopefully the grant money will be obtained soon to continue the updating process.

Linda Williams enjoys holiday in Moscow Linda Williams enjoyed spending Thanksgiving with her daughter Theresa and Danny McCurry, and Justin, and friends, Renae and her

two brothers and Hannah and Cory and Camy. Linda cut the afternoon a little short to get home before the ice and bad weather.

Deadline for basketball signup is December 4 Sign ups for the Moscow Recreation Basketball program need to be registered by Friday, December 4. The pro-

gram is for fourth and fifth grade boys and girls. Sign up sheets can be obtained at the school.

Sign up for Christmas lighting contest The Moscow Recreation will sponsor the annual outdoor Christmas lighting contest . The contest is open to anyone in the Moscow community, including those living in the country. Country folks need to register with Recreation Director Rusty Crites by

by the Legislature in June, every “scrap metal dealer” must obtain a registration certificate from the Kansas Attorney General in order to legally purchase scrap metal in Kansas. The law is aimed at reducing scrap metal theft in the state.

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calling him at 620-598-295 so that their lights will be judged. Cash prizes will be given to first, second and third places.The winners will be announced at the school Christmas program Friday, December 18.

Keith Bells host Thanksgiving dinner Margaret and Keith Bell had their family Thanksgiving get together Saturday, November 21. Their children, Craig and Tia Bell of Moscow, Darrell and Lynette Teeter of

Jeri Davey goes to Hays for holiday Jeri Davey spent Thanksgiving at Hays with grandson, Alan and Dianne Downing and their children and grandchildren.

Scrap metal dealers must register with Attorney General’s office Scrap metal dealers required by a new state law to register with the attorney general’s office may now begin doing so, Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt said today.

Under the provisions of this law, which was enacted

Saturday, December 10, 11 and 12.

The application form for scrap metal dealers is now available on the Attorney General’s Web site at www.ag.ks.gov, under the “Licensing Programs” tab.

Once scrap metal dealers begin registering with the office, the website will also include a public directory of dealers whose registration certificates have been issued.

Scrap metal dealers are encouraged to register soon.

A grace period established by the new law expires at the end of the year, and in January dealers who have failed to register may be subject to fines.

Scrap metal dealers or consumers who have additional questions about the program may call the Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division at (800) 432-2310.

Ulysses, and Tim and Renae Hickert of Liberal, plus all of the grand and great-grandchildren were in attendance.

It was really nice and no worries about the bad weather.

MEME’S TABLE We are a new pop-up restaurant located inside Antler’s in Moscow!

We will be open the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with our next being December 6, 2015. Due to the holidays we will only be open the 1st Sunday and not the 3rd, so our next date will be January 3, 2016. The menu for December 6th is:

Grilled Pork Chops, Scalloped Potatoes, Green Beans, Salad, Hot Rolls, Dessert and Your Choice of Drink This an all-inclusive meal for one low price of $14.99

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Must have a High School diploma or equivalent. On-the-job training will be provided and individual must acquire, within a reasonable time span, the skills and knowledge utilized in the construction and maintenance of overhead and URD distribution and transmission system and related activities. Successful applicant will be required to climb poles, use equipment, and must successfully complete the Apprenticeship program. Interested candidate must have excellent interpersonal communication skills, a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, be selfmotivated, and enjoy public contact and ability to work with a variety of employees and consumers under differing circumstances. Working conditions include mostly outside work in all types of weather with heavy lifting. May also require working some irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Finalist will be required to successfully pass a post-offer physical examination and alcohol-drug test, and must possess or obtain a valid Kansas CDL. At time of employment, must reside within 15 minutes of cooperative headquarters. Pioneer Electric will reward the right person with a competitive compensation and benefit package.

For a complete copy of Position Outline or Job Specifications, contact Melissa Morales at Pioneer Electric. Applications or resumes may be mailed to Pioneer Electric, ATT: Melissa Morales, Human Resources, PO Box 368, Ulysses, KS 67880 , hand-delivered to Melissa Morales at Pioneer Electric, 1850 W. Oklahoma, Ulysses, Kansas, or emailed to mmorales@pioneerelectric.coop Deadline for submission of applications and/or resumes is December 8, 2015. Pioneer is an E.O.E. (2c48

JOB OPENINGS ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY - Conestoga Energy Partners-Bonanza BioEnergy

The Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Leader is responsible for providing support to the Safety Manager for both ethanol plants for Conestoga in regards to facility operations and maintenance to ensure compliance with OSHA standards and environmental laws.

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OPERATOR - CONESTOGA ENERGY PARTNERS-ARKALON ETHANOL The Plant Operator is responsible for collecting and analyzing samples throughout the Ethanol Process in- cluding the areas of Milling, Cook, Fermentation, Evaporation, Distillation/Dehydration, Centrifuges/Dryers and Water Treatment. The Plant Operator will report to the Board Operator and the Lead Operator any analyses that are not in operating specification so changes to the process can be made.

The Plant Operator will be trained to handle and mix various chemicals that are added to the process. The Plant Operator will also learn the process flows throughout the plant and will assist other team member in trouble shooting of the plant process. The Plant Operator will also be trained to operate the plant from the Distributive Con- trol System. The Plant Operator will be part of a four team member crew.

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Preferred Qualifications: six months experience in similar position within an ethanol plant

MAINTENANCE TECH - Conestoga Energy Partners-Bonanza BioEnergy The maintenance staff is responsible for all maintenance issues including installs, repairs, and equipment transfers within the plant to ensure the plant remains operational.

Required Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED; one year of related maintenance work experience; ability to operate company equipment; strong mechanical aptitude; knowledge of plumbing and water treatment; ability to follow direction and standard operating procedures; ability to speak and comprehend basic English; ability to stand and walk frequently; twist, bend and reach on a regular basis; work with caustic chemicals Preferred Qualifications: three years of proven maintenance work experience; experience in welding, metal fabrication, milling machines and electrical work

Please send resume to Conestoga Energy Partners, Attn: Monica Turrentine, HR Coordinator, 1701 Kansas Ste. 101, Liberal, KS 67901 or email to monica.turrentine@conestogaenergy.com.

A complete position description is available upon request.

Conestoga Energy Partners, LLC is a drug-free, Equal Opportunity Employer

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NEWS FROM

P lease Adopt Me! Tesa is very friendly and likes helping around the house. She likes listening to music, reading “teen” magazines and hanging out with her family. She also enjoys riding her bike and going swimming. Tesa needs a home where she can be supported and encouraged while continuing to have very consistent rules and consequences. She will need a lot of reinforcement and praise.

Tesa needs a family who will be patient and show her that

STEVENS COUNTY SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER Shila Moore, Director 544-2283 - Activities 544-8041 - Meals 624 S. Main, Hugoton

Tesa, age 16 she is valued. To learn more about adoption visit www.adoptkskids.org or call 877-457-5430. Tesa’s case number is CH-5510.

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Hugoton is hit with lots of ice and snow over the weekend. Ice cycles hang from roofs and plants alike. A nice coating of snow helped traction for a little while during the day.

St. Catherine offers support group Tuesday, December 8, hospice chaplains Terry Major and Gerry Dupuis will co-facilitate “My HOPE”, a support group for adults who are grieving death of a loved one.

The group will meet the second Tuesday of each month in Classroom 3 of St. Catherine Hospital from 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm. in Garden City.

The goal of this support group is to help participants experience hope and healing in their life losses and be able to move into new meaning and purpose for their lives.

The sessions are open to

the public and each participant is welcome to come and go as they like. If participants choose they may bring their lunch with them.

These sessions are not therapy and they are not a replacement for individual and professional counseling for deep grief, but they are opportunities to share your story and learn from the stories of others.

Both Rev. Terry Major and Rev. Gerry Dupuis are graduates of the Center for Loss and Life Transition bereavement support group training and hold a certification in Death and Grief Studies.

Serving Southwest Kansas and the Oklahoma Panhandle for over 44 years.

Back by popular demand - Dirty Bingo! This Saturday, December 5, 2015, we will have a potluck at 6:00 p.m. then play Dirty Bingo afterwards.

Please bring a wrapped “white elephant” gift.

Saturday, December 12, 2015, is our monthly dance.

There will be live country music by Cottonwood from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Please bring a potluck. Also December 12, Sew All Day begins at 8:30 a.m. and the Canasta players have a potluck at 6:00 p.m. with cards afterwards.

If you have questions about Medicare, please call the Medicare Hotline 1-800742-9531 in Dodge City.

Kansas Department of Children and Families Service sponsors a LIEAP program which helps qualifying households pay winter heating bills. Please call the toll free phone number 1-866445-4327 to receive information about low income energy assistance.

Senator Pat Roberts’ office is available to assist you with problems you may be having with federal agencies like Social Security, Veterans’/VA issues, military cases, Medicare, passports, and IRS. If you need help, please call his Dodge City office at 620-227-2244.

We deliver lunch Monday through Friday to homebound people. If you are in need of our services or you know someone who is, please call the Senior Center. We will give you information on cost, menus, etc.

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

Menu Dec. 3 .....................Baked Ham Dec. 4 .............Chicken Broccoli ..............................Casserole Dec. 7.......................Taco Salad Dec. 8.............BBQ Beef & Bun Dec. 9 .........................Turkey & ...........Dressing-Christmas/ .......................Birthday Meal Dec. 10................Ham & Beans Activities Thursday, December 3 Exercise ...................10:30 a.m.

Friday, December 4 Exercise ...................10:30 a.m.

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

Saturday, December 5 Cards & Games .........6:00 p.m.

Monday, December 7 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

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

Tuesday, December 8 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

Wednesday, December 9 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

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

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

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TERRY at 544-4361

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About an inch of snow covers the ground Monday morning with ice underneath. School was delayed two hours so the roads had a chance to thaw.

Tree limbs are covered in ice and snow Monday morning after a weekend of rain, sleet and snow.

SOCIAL SECURITY NEWS

By Richard Fowler Social Security Operations Supervisor in Dodge City KS BE PREPARED WHEN DISASTER STRIKES For many of us, preparing for winter involves pulling out heavy coats from the closet and making sure our vehicle is ready for intense weather.

Whether your winter brings snow, ice, or flooding, you need to be prepared.

Preparing for a possible physical or mental disability is the same. Many people don’t think of disability as something that could happen to them. Statistics show the chances of becoming disabled are greater than most realize.

Fifty-six million Americans, or 1-in-5, live with a disability. Thirty-eight million Americans, or 1-in-10, live with a severe disability. A sobering fact for 20 year-olds is that more than a quarter of them will become disabled before reaching retirement age. Disability can happen to anyone.

But who is prepared?

When disability does happen, Social Security can help people meet their basic needs. Our disability programs provide financial and medical benefits for those who qualify to pay for doctors’ visits, medicines, and treatments. You can learn more about how you might be covered if you are disabled at www.socialsecurity.gov/planners/disability.

Social Security pays benefits to people who worked and paid Social Security taxes,

but who can no longer work and whose medical condition meets the strict definition of disability under the Social Security Act. A person is considered disabled under this definition if he or she cannot work due to a severe medical condition that has lasted or is expected to last at least one year or result in death.

The person’s medical condition must prevent him or her from doing work that he or she did in the past, and it must prevent the person from adjusting to other work based on their age, education, and experience.

Supplemental Security Income (SSI), our other disability program, is a needs-based program for people with limited income and resources.

You can find all the information you need about eligibility and benefits available to you by reading our publication, Disability Benefits, available at www.social security.gov/pubs.

While extreme winter weather may not affect all of us, the risk of being disabled and needing help isn’t based on geography. Chances are you know someone who is disabled or perhaps you live with a disability. If you wish to help a friend or family member - or need to plan for disability yourself - visit www.socialsecurity.gov/dis ability.