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Commissioners gather information for county appraiser prospects The Stevens County Board of County Commissioners met in regular session Monday, December 3 with all members, Joe D. Thompson, Pat Hall and Tron Stegman present. Also present were County Counselor Paul Kitzke, County Clerk Amy Jo Tharp and RoGlenda Coulter from The Hugoton Hermes. Commissioners had a busy schedule: Rex Evans8:30; Bills-8:45; Landmark Appraisal-9:00; Tony Martin-9:30; McCully & Associates-10:00; County Land-10:30; Amy Rich11:00. The Commissioners had already visited with Rex Evans when this reporter arrived. Minutes and bills were gone over. Motion was made and passed to accept the bills and pay them. Rodney Kelling from EMS and Fire checked in. He reminded the Commissioners of the LEPC meeting Wednesday. They visited about firetrucks and ambulances that are getting in need of replacment. Rodney had checked into lease to buy plans. Pat Hall waived his county health insurance. Landmark representatives, Terry Lawhon, Tom Furhman and Cindy Wellbrock were next on the agenda. Landmark has been serving as Stevens County’s appraiser company for 30 years. They laid out their company’s plan which includes four counties that would be sharing an appraiser. This would include paying for the prospective appraiser’s
schooling and mileage to the school which may be in Topeka. Eventually Landmark will phase out and turn over all the responsibility and the paying of this person to the four counties involved. Also they would possibly expect Cindy Wellbrock to become a county employee. Stevens County’s part might be a little more than some because it has more parcels of property. Gas and oil is a separate charge than real estate. Tony Martin gave his report for Road and Bridge. He talked about a possible program from the state for road safety. Tony is going to work on this possible funding. They also visited about dangerous intersections. Sheriff Heaton and Undersheriff TJ Steers reported in for the Law Enforcement Center. William McCully from McCully & Associates came in to present their plan for appraiser. He has worked in this line of business since 1984 working in four states. Many of these years have been with Seward and Mead Counties. His company is now appraising for 16 counties. He says his company has a very good reputation and demands that it stay that way. The Stevens County appraiser would be Angela Eichman who has been the Seward County Appraiser and is now the Morton County appraiser. He said Angela is very knowledgeable in instances like Synata (Abengoa). Commissioners expressed their concern that Synata should
be paying property tax of some kind while just sitting out there. Mr. McCully will gather information and get a proposal for the Commissioners to look at for their company to serve as county appraiser. A decision needs to be made before the first of the year between these two companies. Information was gathered together to start taking bids from farmers to farm the farm ground the county owns. It is really not known for sure how the ones farming the parcels now were granted the right to farm them. So it seems only fair that all farmers interested, especially the ones that are farming them now, have the opportunity to bid for a five year cash rent plan. A certified letter will be sent to the ones farming the parcels now as well as a phone call. Amy Rich came in to join Amy Jo in asking about the comp time policy that was revised in May. They were seeking more clarification of how it is to be used. Commissioners clarified their original intent of the policy. No further changes will be made. Paula Rowden came in and reported higher revenue for the Health Department. She also talked about a new drug and alcohol counselor in Hugoton. She has hopes for help with USD 210’s report of high misuse of opioids in this immediate area. Commissioners moved into executive session.
KDOT lets bids for highway work
Frosty is getting ready for the Christmas spirit with his present beside him. Frosty can be seen on the 1600 block of Eisenhower.
The Kansas Department of Transportation announces approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects in Kansas. The letting took place November 14 in Topeka. District Six — Southwest Grant 25-34 KA-5096-01 - K-25, from the Stevens/Grant county line north to the south city limits of Ulysses, surface recycle, 13.4 miles, Bettis Asphalt & Construction Inc., Topeka, Ks., $1,035,578.36. Stevens 25-95 KA-5095-01 - K-25, from the east U.S. 56/K-25 junction north to the Stevens/Grant county line, surface recycle, 13.1 miles, Bettis Asphalt & Construction Inc., Topeka, Ks., $1,003,697.29.
Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus are enjoying being visited by a small band of precious Heavenly angels during the annual Santa visiting at the Chamber Office over the weekend. Hugoton’s Santa Committee invites Santa to town every year about this time.
Santa seems to be getting a serious look-over by this little cutie.
Hospital board comes together for the last 2018 meeting Hospital Board met Monday, December 3 with members Keith Rome, President Kirk Heger, Johnnie Denton, Sandra Passmore, Patty Lahey and Seth Gillespie present. The board approved the minutes from last month, as well as this month's agenda. Judy Lynch came to represent the Radiology Department. She reported she doesn't have any changes in her policies and procedures. She also briefly commented on some problems the department has had with their equipment. The board discussed possible solutions and future plans for the radiology department, its equipment and
upkeep options. They also talked about the pros and cons of a service contract with Judy and CFO Dave Piper. Angela Hattabaugh with utilization review and case management presented slight changes to their policies and procedures. The board opted to approve the changes as presented. Jessica Reinerio showed the board changes to Health Information Management policies and procedures regarding the timing of medical record destruction. She also answered a few questions regarding the shredding of documents. Lynnette Hageman with Infection Control spoke briefly about recent
infection diagnoses. Fortunately there have been only a few cases of flu B and no flu A. Strep was, by far, the highest occurring infection during the past month. They've also had no further cases of meningitis. Lynnette also invited the board members to the hospital's Christmas party. Diane Mangels reported the new pharmacist started at the Retail Pharmacy. Wan To's last day is January 4, so the timing works out well. Six new employees started at Pioneer Manor, and four will start in the coming weeks in various departments. She reported 179 employees are eligible for benefits, and said there See HOSPITAL, page 3
Treasurer LaTurner launches Christmas Cash Website At the beginning of this season of giving, Kansas State Treasurer Jake LaTurner has launched a website with the hopes of helping Kansans find a little Christmas cash they didn’t know they had. The division of Unclaimed Property in the Kansas State Treasurer’s Office began accepting claims at www.Christmas Cash.ks.gov. There is currently over $350 million dollars in unclaimed property being held by the State of Kansas. “The average claim for
many Kansans is about $225, which for most of us would go a long way at Christmas time, whether for giving to our favorite charity, paying off bills, or buying something for a loved one,” said Kansas State Treasurer Jake LaTurner. “We want to make Christmas easier for as many Kansans as we can, and we encourage them to go to our website and see if they might be one of the many with unclaimed property waiting to be found.” Claims can be made for
INDEX Obituaries ........................................2 & 3 Farm............................................................6 Moscow.....................................................7 Sports......................................................1B
All I want for Christmas is....... or is he trying to convince Santa he is on the nice list.
Rolla .........................................................2B Looking Back .......................................3B Classifieds .....................................4B-5B Blue & Red Classic............................6B
both individuals and businesses through the site. Some claims require more processing time than others. The department plans to fulfill as many requests as possible prior to the Christmas holiday, but request claims must be made before December 15 in order for them to have their best chance at fulfilling them before Christmas Day. More information on filing and receiving claims can be found on the website: www.ChristmasCash.ks.gov.
OBITUARIES INSIDE Thomas Crawford Oleta Peters
Clara Mae Ray Anita Sue Reed
Mikhail Lahey II
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Oleta Peters The death of Oleta Alena Peters has been learned. Mrs. Peters, age 93, passed away Thursday, November 29, 2018 at her residence in Gage, Ok. Born August 26, 1925 in Higgins, Tx., she was the daughter of Tobias Manske and the former Mary Marie Thornburg. Memorial services were attended Tuesday afternoon, December 4 at Brenneman Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Van Hurst presiding. A private family burial is planned. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Liberal Area Rape Crisis and
OBITUARIES Mikhail “Little Mak” Lahey II
Domestic Violence Service (LARCDVS) in care of the Brenneman Funeral Home, 1212 West Second, Liberal, Ks 67901.
Friends and family gathered last month to mourn the death of little Mikhail William Lahey II. Mikhail was born May 7, 2016 to Tonia Mengelkamp in Liberal. He entered into eternal rest Tuesday, November 6, 2018 in Moscow. Mikhail’s family often called him “Little Mak”. He had a sister Kynslee and a baby brother Jaxon. Little Mak was greatly loved and will be forever missed by his family and friends. Graveside services took place Sunday, November 11
at Rolla Cemetery. Officiants were Pastor Marcus Light and Lora Jones.
Guest Column Good grammar is the life of the party Grammar: it’s everywhere. And, as soon as someone identifies himself as an expert, you can almost always safely assume he’s going to judge you anytime you end a sentence with a preposition. That’s the quickest way to get on the naughty list! I’m not here to bah-humbug your grammar; I just want to help improve your grammar in order to make your holiday season more holly and jolly. Good grammar is wonderful because it opens doors—to job interviews, romantic relationships, and even elegant holiday parties where people drink mulled wine and feast on roasted chestnuts. By improving your grammar, your Facebook friends will rightly assume you’ve started buying
one of those brand new Lexuses (Lexi?) with a giant bow on it for your spouse. When you want to sign your family’s collective name on a holiday card, how do you write it? Is it “The Millers” or “The Miller’s?” Everyone likes a good egg nog-infused party (after all, that’s why you’re improving your grammar, right?), and apostrophes are like sentence confetti, adding a fun flair to your scintillating syntax. But a misplaced apostrophe is like confetti at a funeral— inappropriate and impossible to undo. To make your last name plural, never add an apostrophe. Just don’t do it. The Millers went to the ice skating rink is correct. Adding an apostrophe to your last name makes it possessive:
Insight
Did you see The Millers’ cool new inflatable Santa? If your last name ends with s, z, x, ch or sh, simply add es to make it plural: Season’s greetings from The Foxes. If your last name ends in any other letter (including y), simply add an s: The Honeycutts are incredibly photogenic. So, if you’re considering adding your family’s name on the back of your sleigh, write The Millers. Adding an apostrophe will simply get you uninvited from those swanky holiday parties, leaving you sadly to drink your mulled wine alone while you wistfully stalk everyone else’s happy Christmas sweater-filled photos on Facebook. By Curtis Honeycutt “Grammar Guy”
By John Schlageck, Senior Editor/Writer, Kansas Farm Bureau
Silence is golden Today, information bombards us like a meteor shower. It’s everywhere. Each day our eyes see thousands of images on television, smart phones and screens. Our ears hear many thousand words. A few still read thousands of words on the printed page. People text and talk. They Facebook and walk. They Twitter and Tweet. They blog and beep. They Bluetooth -- didn’t know that was even a word until a decade ago. One thing I do know – Bluetooth should not be used as a verb. Folks who can’t speak our own English language “good” are creating their own new language every day. Good, your choice of words, not mine. That’s a whole ‘nother story. Doesn’t anyone listen or read anymore? Wise men and women throughout history have told us we ought to be doing more of this. Listening to people, music and reading books. Give your eyes a rest from the video world. I listen to music every day. The earliest music I remember hearing was probably the big-band sounds of Tommy Dorsey or Benny Goodman in the early 1950s on my mom and dad’s 78 record player. And just so you don’t think, I’m anti-new technology, I started listening to my own iPod 18 years ago. I’ve recorded more than 200 albums and CDs including Dylan, Led Zeppelin, Little Richard, Iris DeMent, Hank Williams, Handel, Mozart, Sinatra, Billie Holiday, Miles Davis, Duke Ellington, Robert
Johnson, Willie Dixon – bluegrass, blues, classical, jazz rock – you name it, I listen to it on my small, wafer-thin, black music box. Yep, eight GB of memory, 2,094 songs and 5.8 days of music and that’s not counting several hundred LPs (long-laying vinyl) and CDs at home. Analogue remains the best for sound quality, it has no equal. And I don’t do much live streaming. I’d rather select my own music favorites to listen to. Reading is another passion. I can’t begin to think of how many books I’ve read during the last 60 years. I read every day and sometimes I have two or three books going at the same time. One of my favorite authors, Leo Tolstoy (War and Peace and Anna Karenina), used to choose a theme and offer a wise thought for each day of the year. He coupled this with quotes from some of the greatest philosophers of all times. Here are a few of the thoughts on which Tolstoy and others reflected. Most have to do with listening. After a long conversation, stop and try to remember what you have just discussed. Don’t be surprised if many things, sometimes all things you discuss, are meaningless, empty and trivial. A stupid person should keep silent. But if he knew this, he would not be a stupid person. ---Saadi. If you want to be a clever person, you must learn how to ask cleverly, how to listen attentively, how to respond quietly and how to stop talking when there is
nothing more to say. People whose only motivation is to say something original utter many stupid things. ---Voltaire. If you have time to think before you start talking, think. Will what I have to say harm anyone? Is it necessary to speak? Nothing can support idleness better than empty chatter. People would do better to keep silent rather than speak the boring, empty things they routinely say to entertain themselves. First think, then speak. Stop when told, “enough.” ---Saadi. Those people speak most who do not have much to say. People are taught to speak, but their major concern should be how to keep silent. I have spent all my life amongst wise people, and I have found nothing better than silence in this world. If a word costs one coin, then silence costs two. --Talmud. Keep silent. Rest your tongue more often than you do your hands. You will never regret that you have kept silent, but you will often regret that you spoke too much. Do not say words you do not feel, lest your soul be blackened with darkness. ---The Book of Divine Thoughts. Silence is golden. Listen. 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.
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Anita “Sue” Reed The Angels came to escort Anita “Sue” Reed to Heaven Tuesday night, November 27, 2018. Sue, 76, was a former Hugoton resident who had been living in Amarillo, Tx. Sue was born in Wewoka, Ok. June 22, 1942 to A.M. Burns and the former OraLee Fitzpatrick. Sue, Suzie, Suzie Q… Sissie, Sister, Aunt… Cuz, Cousin, Friend…, Nana, Mom, Wife - the many names of the remarkable, unique, unforgettable lady who was Sue Reed. She was a much loved and cherished sister, who jokingly liked to remind her older and younger sister of all the “burdens and responsibilities” that fell on the middle child! Sue was: An always-ready travel companion and driving critic for a very special cousin; A supportive and loving wife, mother and grandmother who would do anything for her family; An immaculate homemaker who could clean and organize a home in the blink of an eye; A humorous, great storyteller who loved a good funny story that she could share with her friends; and a lover of God, whose gentle, warm and loving light would enfold your whole being whenever you were around her. Her Family misses her so much already, but they are so thankful that God blessed them with their Sweet and Precious Sue and that they have the assurance that they will all be reunited again before too long. Family members who are welcoming Sue to Heaven are, her son Rickie; her parents A.M. and OraLee
Thomas Crawford Funeral services for Thomas Gerald Crawford, 71 of Chickasha, Ok., were attended Saturday morning, December 1, 2018 at Grand Assembly of God Church. Reverend Kent Crawford officiated with the assistance of Reverend Gary Rogers. Mr. Crawford passed away peacefully Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at his home. He was born June 19, 1947 at Asher, Ok. to Mr. and Mrs. Earl Crawford. December 18, 1964 he married Karen DeAnne Rodgers. Tom worked as a farmer in Ulysses for many years. He and his family moved to Hugoton where he was an operator for Panhandle Eastern Pipeline Company. Tom owned his own business in Hugoton at Tom’s 66 full service station. They moved to Chickasha in 2003 where he worked for and re-
What’s Happenin’ AL-ANON Family Group meets at 1405 Cemetery Road Mondays and Thursdays at 8:00 p.m. Call 620544-2610 or 620-544-2854 for more information. HUGOTON LIONS CLUB meets every Second and Fourth Thursday of the month at Memorial Hall at 7:00 p.m. HUGOTON MASONIC LODGE #406 AF&AM meets every second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. MY HOPE Support Group for any adult grieving the death of a loved one meets the second Tuesday of each month from noon to 1:00 p.m. at High Plains Public Radio, 210 N. Seventh in Garden City. Call 620-2722519 for more information. BREAST FRIENDS CANCER
SUPPORT GROUP for breast cancer patients meets the second Wednesday of each month from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Legacy House, at 309 E. Walnut in Garden City. For more information call 620-272-2360. Every Sunday - Pioneer Manor Coffee Shop Social Time 3:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to come for Social Time and coffee with residents. Every Friday - Pioneer Manor Men’s Group 10:00 a.m. Everyone is invited to come for the Men’s Group and drink coffee with residents. November 24 - Dec 15 - Hugoton Chamber’s Shop Small event. Visit local businesses and get your passport marked and enter into a drawing for Chamber Bucks.
December 5 - 6 - Pioneer Electric’s retiring of Capital Credits to members. Join them for snacks, prizes and to pick up capital credit checks. December 5 @ Manter and Rolla; December 6 @Colusa and Moscow. December 7 - Santa will be at Yardmaster from 6:30 to 8:30. Come and enjoy hot cocoa and cookies with the jolly old gentleman and check out all the great selections of gifts. December 8 - Richard and Sally Claggett’s Auction. 10:00 am at 1107 South Trindle, just west of the Fairgrounds. December 9 - Hugoton Parade of Homes from 1:30 to 5:00 pm featuring the homes of Gillespie, Stevenson, Honig, Rome and Harrison. See the
ad in this issue. December 8-9 - Jetmore United Methodist Church will present the nineteenth annual Journey to Bethlehem from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. each night. Visit theJTB.org for more information. December 10 - Hugoton City Council will meet at 5:15 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, basement of City Office. - USD 210 Board of Education will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the Central Office, 529 S. Main. - Stevens County Airport Board will meet at Airport Office at 6:00 p.m.. December 11 - 12 Noon - Stevens County Economic Development will meet at the Sr. Center Craft Room.
Burns; sister Gaytha Wright; brothers, Gene Burns and Franklin Burns; brothers-inlaw, Edwin “Cotton” Wright, Dr. Ron Carter, Doug Reed, John Reed and Thomas Fred Reed; and her sister-in-law Jerri Burns. Left to cherish her memory is her husband of 55 years Jack; her daughter Kim Martin and husband Dr. Jim Martin of Amarillo; granddaughters, Megan Hoffmann and husband Trevor and Morgan Martin, all of Amarillo; her sisters, Karen Thompson of Edmond, Ok. and Kathy Carter of Little Rock, Ar.; sisters-in-law, Nelma Burns of Konawa, Ok., and Dora Lee Jarvis and Betty Reed, both of Stinnett, Tx.; her very special aunt Edith Anderson of Wewoka; and a host of loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Services were attended Friday afternoon, November 30 in Church of Christ at the Colonies with Dick Marcear officiating. Arrangements were under the personal care of LaGrone Blackburn Shaw Funeral Directors, 8310 S. Coulter Road, Amarillo, Tx.
December 12 - Library Board Meeting in the Kansas Room at 9:30 a.m. - Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce Board will meet. December 13 - Steven County Library will be closed from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for the Recipe Swap. - Stevens County Genealogical Society Meeting in the Computer Lab at 1:00 p.m. December 17 - Deadline to get your Holiday Greetings in The Hermes. Free Color!!! - Dillco’s Liquidation Auction @513 West Fourth in Hugoton at 9:00 am. - Commissioners meeting 8:30 am in the Commissioners’ room in the basement of the Stevens County Courthouse.
tired from Oneok. He and Karen attended Grand Assembly of God. Mr. Crawford was preceded in death by his parents Earl G. and Narciss Leah Corley Crawford; three brothers, Eugene Crawford, Havis Crawford and Kenneth Crawford; and two sisters, Ethel Wilson and Earline Watkins. Tom is survived by his wife Karen Crawford; oldest son Teral Crawford and wife Dee and their son Evan of Midlothian, Tx.; son Kent Crawford and wife Tory and their children, Mylie, Adlee and Brydon of Chickasha; and his daughter Lisa Cerros and husband Bernardo and their children, Ethan and Kendri of Paola. Tom was a man of steel and velvet. What you saw was what you got, and what you got was wonderful. Interment followed the services in Memory Lane Cemetery of Anadarko, Ok. Services were under the direction of McRay Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations may be made to: gofundme.com/u24eejustins-journey.
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Clara “Mae” Ray Friends and family will gather Thursday to honor and remember Clara "Mae" Ray. Mrs. Ray passed from this life Monday, December 3, 2018 at Kansas Heart Center in Andover. She was 88. Born August 14, 1930 in the Dague Community of Oklahoma, she was the daughter of Henry and Lucille Black. After her mother Lucille's death she and sister Marie were adopted by Harry and Hattie Willis. Siblings June and Junior would be raised by family members, Jean was raised by the Dye's and Forrest Lee by the Davises. August 15, 1948, Mae married John Elwyn Ray. They were blessed with five children, Linda, Danny, Rodney, Doug and Kathy. Elwyn preceded her in death December 11, 2009. Son Doug passed in 1995, daughter Linda in 2012 and son
Rodney in 2017. Mae is survived by sisters Jean Younggren of Redfield, and Marie Towner of Rolla; brother Forrest Davis of Missouri; son Danny and wife Rhonda of Hugoton; daughter Kathy Purcell and husband Larry; grandchildren, Wayne Ray and wife Megan of Goddard, Ginny Muncy and husband Bryan of Hugoton, Tandy Ray of Seattle, Wa., Melissa Watson and
The Hugoton High School Art Club continues to grow every year as Mr. Terrill continues to push their talents. The group have some amazing art projects they are working on. Back row left to right are Emmi Lott, Allen Shelton, Gracie Porter, Kobe Lindstrom, Ty Austin, Juan Fraire, Aeneas De la Cerda and Leticia Quezada. In the middle row left to right are Mr. Terrill, Dayana
Ruiz, Liz Villalobos, Jayden Salazar, Joanna Bojorquez, Janette Bojorquez, Damaris Sanchez, Othetia Cowser, Nicole Piper and Wendy Meraz. In the front row left to right are Marie Aguiriano, Karina Rodriguez, Leslie Avila, Yesica Calleja, Cierra Yarbrough, Anassia Yarbrough and Reygan Kiley. Photo courtesy of USD 210.
Clever pet names Naming a pet is serious business for many pet owners. Pet owners want to capture their animal’s unique personality, but also have a name that rolls off the tongue and demands attention. According to Healthy Paws Pet Insurance, the most popular dog names from their most recent survey were Cooper, Charlie, Bella, and Luna. Popular names for cats also included Luna and Bella as well as Oliver and Milo. Those looking for inspiration when naming their new pets may want to consider these names, courtesy of Nationwide Insurance. Cats Pablo Purrcasso
husband Scott of Guymon, Ok., Joanna Ray of Olathe, Jeremy Pate of Katy, Tx. and Will Pate of Hugoton; and great grandchildren, Kaylee, Isabelle, Lilah, Zachary, Christian, Hannah, Jacob, Nathan, Jeremyah and Aubree. Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, December 6 at Hugoton United Methodist Church. Burial will follow at the Hugoton Cemetery with Pastor Becky Davison presiding. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to United Methodist Church of Hugoton or Project Hope. Memorials may be mailed to Paul's - Robson Funeral Home, PO Box 236, Hugoton, Ks 67951.
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Police Report 620-544-4959 • After Hours, 620-544-2020 Monday, November 26, 2018 • Dog at Large, 400 Block of West Tenth, Officer McCann • Welfare Check, 700 Block of South Harrison, All Okay, Sergeant Johnson • Vehicle Unlock, 500 East Eleventh, Citizen Assist, Sergeant Johnson • Vehicle Unlock, 900 Block of South Coulter, Citizen Assist, Sergeant Johnson Tuesday, November 27, 2018 • Vehicle Unlock, 900 Block of South Monroe, Citizen Assist, Officer McCann • Vehicle Unlock, 500 Block of South Jackson, Citizen Assist, Officer McCann Wednesday, November 28, 2018 • Report of Barking Dog, East First/500 Block Cooperstone, Left Notice on door, ACO Smith Thursday, November 29, 2018 • Dog at Large, 300 Block of East Sixth, Returned to Owner, ACO Smith Friday, November 30, 2018 • Medical Assist, 400 Block of South Van Buren, Public Service, Sergeant Johnson Saturday, December 1, 2018 • Several Complaints on Subject, 1000 Block of South Main, Spoke to Subject, MPO Crane Sunday, December 2, 2018 • Dogs at Large, 1000 Block of South Jackson, Impounded, Sergeant Johnson • Report of Harassment, 500 Block of South Monroe, MPO Crane • Vehicle Unlock, 400 Block of East Fourth, Citizen Assist, MPO Crane • Dog at Large, 800 Block of South Van Buren, Returned to Owner, ACO Smith • Welfare Check on Dog, 500 Block Copperstone, No Food or Water, ACO Smith • Vehicle Unlock, 500 Block of East Eleventh, Citizen Assist, Officer McCann • Civil Assist, Fourth and Monroe, Public Service, Officer McCann * Smoke Alarm, 1000 Block of South Jackson, False Alarm, MPO Crane • Trespass, 1000 Block of South Main, Officer McCann • Medical Assist, 700 Block of
South Harrison, Public Service, Officer McCann • Medical Assist, 100 Block of West Seventh, Public Service, Sergeant
Johnson • Dog at Large, 900 Block of South Harrison, Returned to Owner, Officer McCann
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Hugoton Gas Prices As of Tuesday, December 4 Brown Dupree - $2.22 Eagles Landing - $2.11 Kangaroo Express -$2.11 Carter’s - $2.49 Toot N Totum - $2.11 Gasoline prices in Kansas have fallen 10.6 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.16 per gallon Sunday, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 1,329 stations in Kansas. Average gasoline prices on December 3 in Kansas have ranged widely over the last five years: $2.31 per gallon in 2017, $1.96 per gallon in 2016, $1.87 per gallon in 2015, $2.56 per gallon in 2014 and $2.97 per gallon in 2013. Including the change locally during the past week, prices Sunday were 15.3 cents per gallon lower than a year ago and are 38.8 cents per gallon lower than a month ago. "Motorists finally have something to be excited about: gas prices plummeting, with at least one gas station in 27 states offering a
gallon of gasoline at $1.99 per gallon or less. The national average stands at its lowest point of 2018 having fallen nearly 50 cents since the start of October, keeping nearly $200 million in the pockets of Americans every single day, acting as an economic stimulus ahead of the holidays," said Patrick DeHaan, head of petroleum analysis for GasBuddy. "While OPEC will be meeting this week to discuss the possibility of cutting oil production in light of the $25 per barrel drop in prices since October, Americans will likely see falling prices at least for one more week. In addition, the promise of a trade deal with China may boost confidence in the economy, pushing global oil demand back up and driving prices higher. Motorists are encouraged to continue shopping around to find the best deals at the pump and prices under $2 per gallon while they last." For LIVE fuel price averages, visit http://FuelIn sights.GasBuddy.com.
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Skylynn has experienced 500 books in the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library. Way to go Skylynn!
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was decent attendance at the benefit meetings. Stacey Helget with the Clinic said they've been busy. She agreed with Lynnette that strep has been still very prevalent, especially among the younger kids. She said they've continually beat last year's numbers over the past few months. Stacey also reported the doctors are working well with patients and each other. Board members voted to approve the medical credentialing of James Prescott and Jenifer Cook. Dave Piper went over some information about the
financials he shared with the board. Reductions in revenue can be explained by changes to Medicare reimbursements, as well as more bankruptcies and nonpayments. Cash flow is better this year than last. Supply expenditures for the lab are up, but are offset by the revenue generated by that department. After reviewing the on-call and ER schedules, the board voted to adjourn. The next hospital board meeting will be January 7, 2019 at 5:30 p.m. in the Community Room at the Stevens County Hospital.
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Sadie has experienced 300 books in the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library. Fantastic work Sadie!
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Written by: Luke Nichols Dealing with loved ones can be difficult sometimes and that only gets harder when they have a problem with drugs and alcohol. A big part of dealing with a loved one's addiction is getting them into treatment. But what if they are unwilling to go? Intervention is the next logical step, however what is an intervention and how you pull one off? Contrary to popular belief, successful interventions usually aren't like the ones you see on TV or in the movie Hangover 3 with the family sitting around and reading off of notecards. Interventions that are successful usually consist of several different techniques. I hope they help you and your family to have the best chance of saving your loved ones. The first thing is to do your research on a treatment facility. Before an intervention takes place, you need to know where they are going. Once you get someone willing to go to treatment it is imperative that they go straight in. When someone is struggling with substance abuse they can waffle on the idea of treatment, so you have to have the facility already picked out so there are no slows or stops on which facility. Adding time in-between when your loved one becomes willing to go and them getting into treatment is deadly. Number two is building
your team. An intervention can either be done by the family or by a professional interventionist. A family can choose the family or friends of the addict that the addict will most likely listen to so it is important those persons are at the intervention. On the other hand, an intervention done by an interventionist is usually conducted on a one-on-one basis, where the interventionist works with the addict alone to get their agreement to go to treatment. Since a lot of interventionists are ex-addicts themselves, they will have a point of reality with the addict which may facilitate the reach for treatment. In some cases, the interventionist may decide to call in family members but that will
be decided by the interventionist. Once you have decided on your team, get them together and go over all the details so everyone is prepared to pull off the intervention. Make sure any family or friends who are involved are all on the same page and have the same goal; getting the addict into treatment. With everyone on the same page, you would then bring in the addict. Approach them kindly and at first try to get them to see how treatment will benefit them. Show them the website or brochure of where they are going. It is also a good idea to have someone ready to talk to them from the center to answer any questions they may have.
Ferne Traver celebrates her ninety-seventh birthday at Pioneer Manor with members of her family. They have traveled many miles to
enjoy the celebration. Family members came from Joplin, Pittsburg, LaCross, Meade and Ulysses to wish her Happy Birthday.
David Eckert hosts Bridge Club
He who restrains his words has knowledge, and he who has a cool spirit is a man of understanding. Even a fool, when he keeps silent, is considered wise; when he closes his lips, he is considered prudent. - Proverbs 17:27-28 NASB
Holding Our Tongues W
e rarely regret holding our tongue, though we often regret speaking, especially when it is done hastily or in anger. Silence also has the virtue of being impossible to correct. There are plenty of opportunities to keep silent. When others are gossiping it is usually best to keep silent or to try to change the subject. When someone has spoken in anger to us or otherwise hurt our feelings, it is tempting to hit back with angry words, but your silence will show you to be the better person and perhaps convince the other person of their own sin. It is especially hard to hold our tongue when someone has said something about us that we know to be false. How much of our speech throughout the day is nothing more than an attempt to justify ourselves or present ourselves in a better light? In modern parlance, we are “virtue signaling” when we try to correct other’s misperceptions. When I was growing up I often heard the phrase “self-praise stinks” whenever someone was going on about how great they were. Leave the praising of yourself to others, and let others be the ones to criticize, to gossip, or to engage in all the endless chatter that pollutes our lives. Consider using the time your silence has afforded you for more beneficial endeavors. Christopher Simon
AGAPE CHURCH OF HUGOTON 409 East Ninth, Hugoton Sunday – 10:30 a.m.
Terry Miller - 453-2212 - 428-1135 ASSEMBLY OF GOD Main and Second Street - 544-2773 Tim Singer, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:45 a.m. Life Groups Sunday Nights - 6:00 p.m. Inside Out Kids Wed. - 6:30 p.m. Student Ministry @ The Turnaround Wed. 7:00 p.m. HugotonAssembly.com
BETHEL FRIENDS CHURCH 11th & Jefferson - 544-8517 Roy Bogan, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Service - 10:30 a.m. Wed Evening Ministries - 6:30 p.m. (Children, Youth, & Adult)
CHURCH OF CHRIST 1045 S. Van Buren Church: 544-2825 Home: 453-0965 Lee Rottman Wednesday - 7:00 p.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Evening Service - 6:00 p.m.
CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS 520 E. First - 544-2125 Sacrament - 9:00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Priesthood - 11:00 a.m.
CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 500 S. Van Buren - 544-2493 Pastor Dave Piper Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:45 a.m. Evening Services - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.
FAITH CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST Tenth and Jefferson Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Bible Band (Tuesday) - 6:00 p.m. Home and Forn. Miss. (Friday) - 6:00 p.m. Youth - 6:00 p.m. Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.
HUGOTON BAPTIST CHURCH Eighth and Main 544-2210 Pastor Gary Stafford Parsonage - 544-2295 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 6:30 p.m.
LONE STAR FRIENDS CHURCH 14 Miles East of Hugoton on Highway 51 Church 624-3784 Home 624-3104 Pastor Gary Damron Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Blended Worship Celebration - 10:45 a.m. Jr. High & Sr. High Youth Group - Sunday 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Evening Adult Study - 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wednesday - 8:00 p.m.
MY FATHER’S HOUSE A Full Gospel Church 207 East 6th - Hugoton Pam Peachey, Pastor 544-2436 Services Sundays 10:30 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.
PRIMERO BAUTISTA IGLESIA HISPANO Congregación 618 Main sur - Hugoton 620-370-1003 Pastor Marcelino Auila Servicio de la Iglesia 11:00 a.m. - Domingo 7:00 p.m. - Miércoles
RIVER OF LIFE CHURCH (formerly Lighthouse Fellowship) 424 S. Jackson 544-4828 Don Quattlebum, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Sunday Church - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday - 7:00 p.m.
SOVEREIGN REDEEMER CHURCH Tenth and Adams Pastor - Eric Mason Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. Coffee/Fellowship - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. 620-544-6386 www.sovereignredeemerchurch.org
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH
ST. HELEN CATHOLIC CHURCH 1011 South Jefferson Street 544-2551 Sunday - 11:00 a.m. English Mass - 1:00 p.m. - Spanish Mass
TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH 544-2355 516 N.E. Avenue Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Worship Service - 10:45 a.m. 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. Wed. Jr. High Youth Fellowship - 5:30 p.m. Wed. Sr. High Youth Fellowship - 7:00 p.m. Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. HugotonUMC.com
MOSCOW
MOSCOW BAPTIST CHURCH 598-2455 Church 1 mile S. of Moscow, 1/2 mile E. of Moscow/Hooker Rd. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 6:00 p.m. Team Kids (Wed.) - 3:30-5:00p.m. Sept.-Apr. Youth Study Thursday - 7:00 p.m. Interim Pastor Neal Foster
MOSCOW UNITED METHODIST 598-2426 Lay Leader Patty Lahey 598-2426 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 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
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
593-4596 Lead Pastor Becky Davison Morning Worship - 9:00 a.m.
RICHFIELD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Lead Pastor Richard Fitzgerald Morning Worship - 9:00 a.m.
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
Citizens State Bank 601 S. Main - Hugoton
Thursday afternoon, Hugoton’s Bridge Club met for their weekly game. David Eckert was the host and brought pumpkin bread and trimmings. Host David had a great at the game table, day Ferne Traver enjoys the five generations that have gathered for sharing first place honors her birthday. Left to right are Jessica Marie Frieb, Willow Marie with Donita Graham. Frieb, Lori Marie Walters, Ruthie Marie Winget and Ferne A. Second place was also a tie Traver in front. Ruthie’s grandmother was named Ella Marie between Sandy Campbell Traver. The middle name of Marie has been traditional for many and Carol Anderson. Patricia years. Kleffman and Dorothy Hagman rounded out the day’s placers with their third place finish. If you would like to join With the opate crisis run- harder if their loved one is ning rampant, families are not willing. This is when in- the Bridge players every looking for ways to help tervention can become key. Thursday afternoon, contact those they love who need To learn more about suc- Dorothy Hagman at 620treatment. Getting them into cessful interventions, please 544-2945. treatment becomes even visit https://www.narconon newlifestreatment.org/blog/ intervention-101.html. Addiction Screenings Narconon can help you take steps to overcome ad(USPS 253-820) diction in your family. Call 1522 S. Main 800-431-1754 today for free Hugoton, KS 67951 - 620-544-4321 Owner/Operator screenings or referrals.
Narconon offers help against addiction
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If this doesn't work, you should be prepared to bottom line them (give them an ultimatum). An example of a bottom line is, “If you don't go to treatment you aren't staying here anymore.” If they run off and refuse to listen, do not give in. You must hold strong or they won’t take it seriously. Even if they do run, most of the time they will come back and listen and then agree to go to treatment. If you have more questions or want to find out more about getting someone into treatment, read here: h t t p s : / / w w w. n a r c o n o n newliferetreat.org/blog/in tervention-101.html or call 800-431-1754 to get help for your loved ones.
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RECIPE SWAP The Library's annual Recipe Swap is coming fast. The luncheon will be December 13 at 11:30 a.m. Everyone who RSVPed with a recipe by November 30 can bring their prepared dish and join us for lunch. Every person who entered a recipe will receive a FREE recipe book. It's always a good time with fabulous food. TEACHER APPRECIATION GIVEAWAY Stop by the library to register your favorite Stevens County, Ks. teacher in the School Supply Booster Pack drawing! Eligible teachers must be employed in Stevens County. HOLIDAY CLOSING We will be closed December 24-25. Our bookdrop and website will remain available during this time. Merry Christmas! We will also be closed January 1, 2019.
HAVE YOU HEARD A GOOD BOOK LATELY? RBDigital is a FREE audiobook download site provided by the State Library of Kansas. Stop by your local Kansas library to get set up with a Kansas eCard to start downloading free audiobooks on your computer or smart device. If you already hold a Kansas eCard, visit https://kslib.info/128/Digi tal-Book-eLending for download instructions and more great freebies offered by the State Library of Kansas. WINTER ADULT READING PROGRAM Winter will here before you know it!! Adult Winter Reading Program is coming, with reading beginning January 2. Prepare to Warm up with a Good Book and enter your reading books for a chance to win prizes!
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The Arkansas River Compact Administration meeting will be December 7
Santa is very busy this time of year. He listens to the requests from the lovely angels visiting him Saturday.
The Arkansas River Compact Administration (ARCA) annual meeting will be Friday, December 7, 2018, at 9:00 a.m. CST at the Clarion Inn, 1911 E Kansas Ave. in Garden City. The meeting agenda is posted on ARCA’s website at www.co-ksarkansasrivercompactad min.org. ARCA administers provisions of the Kansas– Colorado Arkansas River Compact, including opera-
tions of the John Martin Reservoir. Topics to be covered at the annual meeting include a review of John Martin Reservoir operations, compliance update, committee reports, and updates from state and federal agencies. ARCA will consider the continued use of a new source water to replace evaporation and potentially fill the John Martin Reservoir recreation account. A specific project that will be
Senior Lifestyles 624 S. Main, Hugoton • 620-544-2283
Santa listens carefully to the wishes of this little boy Saturday as he informs him of what he wants for Christmas.
The Santa Committee had 81 children and parents come to visit Santa Claus Saturday, December 1 at the Senior Center. He will be back next year, so please come and visit Santa when he comes! Nineteen people attended our senior social Saturday evening. Everyone brought a covered dish for the nice supper we had. We played Bingo with lots of prizes awarded. Some people stayed and played cards after Bingo. We have a covered dish and play pitch and canasta every Saturday. evening. You are welcome to join us. Menu Dec. 6.................Baked Ham Dec. 7.............................Chili Dec. 10.Chicken Fried Steak Dec. 11 ............................BLT Dec. 12.....Christmas Turkey
........................& Dressing Dec. 13............Ham & Beans Activities Thursday, December 6 Exercise.................10:30 a.m. Bridge.....................12:30 p.m. Friday, December 7 Exercise..................10:30 a.m. Bingo.....................12:30 p.m Saturday, December 8 Cards.......................6:00 p.m. Dance.....................7:00 p.m. .....................Cottonwood Monday, December 10 Exercise..................10:30 a.m. Line Dance ............6:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 11 Board Meets ..........9:30 a.m. Exercise..................10:30 a.m. Wednesday, December 12 Exercise.................10:30 a.m. Paint.....................12:30 p.m. Christmas Dinner................. Thursday, December 13 Exercise.................10:30 a.m. Bridge...................12:30 p.m.
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Saturday afternoon the Activity center was full of children and adults waiting for Santa to learn the wishes of each child in attendance.
Local scholarship recipients are listed Scholarship funds are helping more than 1,700 Emporia State students from Kansas, 25 other states and 36 foreign countries realize their educational dreams during the 2018-19 academic year. Students from this area and the scholarships they received for the current academic year are Mitchell Hamlin of Hugoton, Keith V. & Cheryl R. Schmidt Scholarship, Live, Laugh, Love Foundation Athletic Scholarship and Presidential/Transfer Scholarship; Gerardo Rojas
of Hugoton, Presidential/ Transfer Scholarship, H. Russell Seacat Memorial Scholarship and Leslie J. Freeman Honorary Scholarship; and Maggie White of Moscow, Presidential/Transfer Scholarship, William Bacon Scholarship, Richard W. & Inez K. Owen Scholarship, Epsilon Pi Tau Memorial Fund and Lawrence "Larry" & Katsuko "Kitty" Huntley Scholarship. For more information about financial aid and scholarships at Emporia State University, visit www.emporia.edu/finaid.
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Pioneer Manor! At least two of the households have up Christmas trees, beautifully decorated. There are trees ready for decorations out in the coffee shop. Several families have decorated trees in residents rooms. It is a fun trip through the hall ways to look at the wreaths on resident doors. So attractive! Each household will be having Christmas parties next week. Friday, we were treated to a beautiful concert by the Hugoton High School Choir. At least one Grandma was thrilled to hear her grandson sing with the choir. What a treat for her! That’s why it is so wonderful to have school groups come. Only a few residents are able to attend school programs. We miss that. The selections were from the up coming Christmas concert. Beautiful! There will be a delightful program featuring the High School Show Choir coming up soon. One group of carolers are coming December 9. That is the only date known at this time, but watch the schedule, or ask at the desk. There will be sev-
eral groups of carolers. On behalf of all the residents, many thanks to the school, the teachers, and most of all the youth who share their talent. Thank You! This is also a good time to recognize others who help out in so many ways. There are the folks who help with Bingo and have done so for years, the ladies who come to fix hair or give haircuts, the lady who plays piano, and the men who come for coffee with men’s group. The second graders who come to read to us are an absolute delight! Sunday afternoon church is a special time of the week and we appreciate the many ministers who present the services. Singing is special so when song leaders and pianists come it adds to the worship we miss so much. There are others who share time and talent. You might be overlooked, but never under appreciated! So with heartfelt thanks and Christmas joy we unfurl the Manor Banner for the many who come to share entertainment. We enjoy having you not just at Christmas time but all year long.
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reviewed is the inspection of the stilling basin below John Martin Reservoir that is being done during the nonirrigation season. ARCA’s Engineering, Operations, and Administrative and Legal committees will meet Thursday, December 6, 2018, starting at 1:00 p.m. CST, also at the Clarion Inn. The annual meeting and committee meetings are open to the public. Individuals who require special accommodation should notify Stephanie Gonzales at 719734-5367 at least three days u n ty ns Co y Steve l Auxiliar ita p s o H
prior to the meeting. The Kansas-Colorado Arkansas River Compact was negotiated in 1948 between Kansas and Colorado with participation by the federal government. Its stated purposes are to settle existing disputes and remove causes of future controversy between Colorado and Kansas regarding Arkansas River water and to equitably divide and apportion the water between Colorado and Kansas, including benefits arising from John Martin Reservoir.
The Little
In The Corner
Unique gifts for Any Occasion, Anniversaries, Graduation, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Birthdays, etc. Hours are 9 to 12 and 1 to 4 Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday. Sponsored by Stevens County Hospital
Parade Of Homes
Delta Lambda Preceptor Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi is hosting a Parade of Homes, Sunday, December 9, 2018, from 1:30 - 5:00 PM.
The following five homes will be featured:
Milton & Eileen Gillespie (2030 State Hwy 25), Alicia & Ed Stevenson (404 S Jayhawk Court), Ron & Nancy Honig (405 N Wildcat Court), Steven & Robyn Rome (901 Trindle Street), Wayne & Jo Lynn Harrison (1206 S Adams). Tickets are $20 and may be obtained at the door of eany featured home or by calling Carol Swinney (544-2372) or Marilyn Crane (544-2750)
Come and enjoy Hot Cocoa and Cookies with
Santa
Friday, December 7 6:30-8:30 p.m. at
ta it San s i v Kids et your g RE and I C TU P E FRE taken
Fresh Cut Trees 6 ft.-12 ft. Concolor, Fraser and Canaan Fir
Poinsettias
Various sizes and colors
Great selection of gifts! 3rd & Main • Hugoton 620-544-8030 Monday - Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Merry Christmas from
By Dustin Waters Social Security District Manager in Dodge City SEASONAL WORK CAN EMPOWER YOU Soon after school begins in the fall, many businesses begin advertising for seasonal workers. It’s a good way for people to make some extra income during the busy holiday season or ease back into working. The diversity of jobs appeals to many people. Each year, companies also hire for seasonal work-from-home positions. These jobs include: customer service, sales, tech support, call center representatives, healthcare support, order taking/review, and more. Seasonal positions may help
bridge employment gaps on your resume. They show proven experience and that you are ready, willing, and able to succeed. They also can help you to develop new or strengthen existing skills through training. If you receive Social Security disability benefits or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), special rules make it possible for people to work and still receive monthly payments. If you want to try working again, seasonal work may help you ease back into the work force. Read Working While Disabled at www.socialsecu r i t y. g o v / p u b s / E N - 0 5 -
10095.pdf or visit our Ticket to Work website at https://choosework.ssa.gov for more information. Keep in mind that you must report all earnings, including your seasonal earnings, to Social Security; however, they also count toward your future benefits. You earn Social Security credits when you work in a job and pay Social Security taxes. We use your total yearly earnings to figure your Social Security credits. You can learn more at www.so cialsecurity.gov/pubs/EN05-10072.pdf. You can also get Social Security retirement or sur-
vivors benefits and work at the same time. But if you’re younger than full retirement age and earn more than certain amounts, your benefits will be reduced, although not dollar for dollar. Your benefits may increase when you reach full retirement age. You can read more about working while retired at w w w. s o c i a l s e c u r i t y. gov/planners/retire/while working.html. Getting back to work can empower you in a number of ways. Social Security is here for you throughout your life’s journey — at each step of your working life and beyond.
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Ag Corner
620-544-2261 • FSA - NRCS - SCCD • 607 E. Eleventh, Hugoton Foreign persons must report U.S. Agricultural Land Holdings Stevens County USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) Executive Director Marla Hammer, reminds foreign persons with an interest in agricultural lands in the United States that they are required to report their holdings and any transactions to the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture. “Any foreign person who acquires, transfers or holds any interest, other than a security interest, in agricultural land in the United States is required by law to report the transaction no later than 90 days after the date of the transaction,” said Hammer. Foreign investors must file Agricultural Foreign In-
vestment Disclosure Act (AFIDA) reports with the FSA county office that maintains reports for the county where the land is located. “Failure to file a report, filing a late report or filing an inaccurate report can result in a penalty with fines up to 25 percent of the fair market value of the agricultural land,” said Hammer. For AFIDA purposes, agricultural land is defined as any land used for farming, ranching or timber production, if the tracts total 10 acres or more. Disclosure reports are also required when there are changes in land use. For example, reports are required when land use changes from nonagricultural to agricultural or from agricultural to
nonagricultural. Foreign investors must also file a report when there is a change in the status of ownership such as owner changes from foreign to non-foreign, from nonforeign to foreign or from foreign to foreign. Data gained from these disclosures is used to prepare an annual report to the President and Congress concerning the effect of such holdings upon family farms and rural communities in the United States. For more information regarding AFIDA and FSA programs, contact the Stevens County FSA office at 620544-2261 or visit the USDA Web site at http://www. usda.gov.
Heartland 4-H Club members receive a check from Kiwanis Club for their assistance in putting out the flags for holidays. Pictured are
Lee Rottman, Dorothy McClure, Walter McClure, Toby McClure, Molly McClure and Kyra Shelton.
Pate Agency, LP
Market Report
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Heartland 4-H members are left to right Lalane McClure, Jay McClure, Tegyn Wolters, John Shelton, Nicholas Bryan, Carter McClure, Janay Wolters, Emma McClure, Allen Shelton, Henco Gerber, Rolanda Gerber, Lindy McClure, Victoria Bryan, Max McClure, Lelani Gerber, Catie Gooch, Hudson Titus, Jayce Heger,
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It’s hard to tell what you’ll find Looking for a place to live?...a car?...even a pet? There is always something new and exciting waiting to be discovered. So go ahead and glance through our classifieds...you may be surprised!
Give us a call! 544-4321 ONLIQUIDATION AUCTION I CT DILLCO FLUID SERVICE, INC U A 6300 sq.ft. SHOP BLDG. + 2400 sq.ft. OFFICE NEW 1728 sq.ft. OFFICE BLDG. on 4 LOTS 41 ACRES NATIVE GRASS w/CLAY PIT OILFIELD WATER & SALT WATER TRUCKS & TRAILERS JD MOTOR GRADERS – DOZER - BACKHOES FRAC TANKS – SHOP EQUIP. - PARTS REPAIRS
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by Stevens County Extension Agent Ron Honig - Agriculture and Natural Resources Timely Control of Mustards Important in Wheat Mustard control in wheat can be a simple operation if done in a timely fashion. If mustards in wheat go unnoticed and/or untreated until they begin to bolt (stems elongate) and bloom in the spring, they become much more difficult to control. Generally, as the mustard plants get larger in diameter, the rate and cost of effective herbicides both go up and the percent control usually goes down. K-State Weed Management Specialist Dallas Peterson provides the following recommendations for treating a variety of mustard species with a late-winter, early-spring herbicide application. If winter annual broadleaf weeds are present in fields in the fall, they can be controlled with a number of ALS-inhibiting herbicides, including Ally, Amber, Finesse, Affinity, Rave, Olympus, or PowerFlex. Huskie, Talinor, Quelex, 2-4-D, and MCPA can also provide good control of most mustards if the weeds are at the right stage of growth and actively growing, and if the wheat is at the correct growth stage. Dicamba and Starane are not as effective for mustard control.
APPLICATIONS OF AGRICULTURAL CHEMICALS, SEEDING AND FERTILIZING
Agricultural Sales and Service, Local and Direct Moscow location (formerly Kubin Aerial)
598-2356
Hugoton location 1114 Road A
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Jamyn Wolters, Casle Heger, Soe Lin Heger, Kyra Shelton, Molly McClure, Heidi Bogan, Katya Wolters, Toby McClure and Michelle Heger. Not pictured are Kayle Wolters, Aliviah Grubbs, Tobias Grubbs, Clayton Grubbs, Tala Eckert, Tukker Eckert, Charlotte Lahey and David Lahey.
In late winter or early spring, blue mustard is perhaps the most difficult of the winter annual broadleaf weeds to control because it bolts very early. Peterson says to be effective on blue mustard, herbicides typically need to be applied in late February or early March. Blue mustard is more difficult to control than tansy mustard with 2,4-D because blue mustard has often already bolted by the time 2,4D can be safely applied to wheat. Thus, 2,4-D often is applied too late to be effective on blue mustard. Flixweed and tansy mustard should be treated when they are no longer than two to three inches across and two to three inches tall. As these plants become larger, the control decrease dramatically. Ester formulations of 2,4-D and MCPA are more effective on tansy mustard and flixweed than amine formulations, Peterson says. Field pennycress is easier to control than tansy mustard or flixweed. Herbicide applications made before the pennycress bolts are usually effective. Wheat should be fully tillered before applying 2,4-D or tiller-
ing will be inhibited and wheat yields may be decreased. Peterson explains that most ALS-inhibiting herbicides control winter annual mustards very well, although there are populations of flixweed in Kansas that are ALS-resistant and cannot be controlled by these products. Alternative measures will be needed to control these populations. The best approach to control ALS resistant broadleaf weeds is to use other herbicides or tankmixes with 2,4-D, MCPA, Huskie, or Talinor. MCPA can be applied after the wheat is in the 3-leaf stage, but again, 2,4-D should not be applied until after the wheat is fully tillered. Huskie and Talinor can be applied from the 2-leaf to the flag leaf stage of growth. None of these herbicides have much residual control, so the majority of weeds need to be emerged and actively growing at the time of treatment. Quelex is a premix of a short-lived ALS herbicide
and an auxin-type herbicide called halauxifen. It generally can provide good control of most mustard species. Quelex can be applied from the 2-leaf up to flag leaf emergence growth stages of wheat and should be applied in combination with nonionic surfactant or oil concentrate for control of small, actively growing weeds. If ALS-resistant weeds are present, Quelex alone may not be effective. Many producers commonly apply ALS herbicides with fertilizer in January or February. Unfortunately, MCPA, 2,4-D, and Huskie are most effective when applied to actively growing weeds, so application when weeds are dormant may not provide good control. As a result, if an ALS-inhibitor tank-mix with one of these herbicides is applied to dormant ALSresistant mustards in the winter, poor control could occur. Details on herbicide rates, recommended additives and effectiveness ratings can be found in K-State’s publication Chemical Weed Control (SRP1139). These booklets are free and available at the Extension office.
Did you know? According to the State of the Nation’s Housing 2018 report from the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University, nearly half of all renters are paying more than 30 percent of their income on housing. The report also noted that, between 1990 and 2016, national median rent rose 20 percent faster than overall inflation. That’s likely one reason why many people within the United States are leaving behind states that have traditionally been associated with
high costs of living. An analysis of data from Realtor.com found that many Americans are leaving states with high costs of living, high taxes and lagging job markets in favor of places with more affordable costs of living. After examining data from the U.S. Census Bureau and using its own search data of homes across the nation, Realtor.com found that the state of New York had the highest negative net migration in the United States. That means more people
were leaving the state of New York to live elsewhere than any other state in the country. Cost of living no doubt drives much of that migration, as a survey from the Council for Community and Economic Research found that, in the first quarter of 2018, New York was the third most expensive state to live in the United States, behind only Hawaii and California. Submitted by Metro Editorial Service.
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All League winners are announced The Santa Fe Trail League 2018 All League winners for the football and volleyball teams have been released. Students making first team in football were seniors Axel Granillo, Luis Jimenez and JJ Gonzalez. Honorable Mention went to junior Austin Snyder and sophomores Adan Granillo and Gerardo Garcia. First Team winners in volleyball were senior Morgan Lahey and junior Yamilet Rojo. Honorable Mention went to sophomore Jessie James.
Good fellowship is enjoyed prior to the tree lighting Saturday. Photo courtesy of Susan Roland.
Recreation Buddy Day is December 14 at the Wayne Comer gym UMC Kids Club donate over 100 canned goods to Project Hope. Photo courtesy of Stacey Howe.
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The UMC would like to invite you to the Kids Club Christmas Cantata December 16 at 11:00 a.m. It will be a beautiful blessed morning. Photo courtesy of Stacey Howe.
Community Calendar Thursday, December 6 Pancake Supper, 5:00 p.m. Friday, December 7 High School Basketball at Cimarron Tournament Saturday, December 8 High School Basketball at Cimarron Tournament Monday, December 10 Fifth to twelfth grade Music Concert, 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 11 Junior High/High School Basketball at Tyrone, 4:00 p.m. Thursday, December 13 Junior High/High School Basketball at Deerfield, 4:00 p.m. Friday, December 14 Rec Basketball Buddy
Day, 3:35 p.m. Saturday, December 15 Self Defense Class Monday, December 17 Grade School Christmas Program, 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 18 High School Basketball vs. Sublette Wednesday, December 19 End of Second Quarter/First Semester Thursday, December 20 Half Day Teacher Inservice, NO SCHOOL for students December 21 – January 2 NO SCHOOL Thursday, January 3 School Resumes at 8:00 a.m.
Thursday, December 6 Beef Stroganoff, Peas, Oranges, Hot Roll Friday, December 7 Walking Taco’s, Broccoli, Peaches Monday, December 10 Teriyaki Chicken, Rice, Egg Roll, Mandarin Oranges Tuesday, December 11 Goulash, Green Beans, Pears, Garlic Knots Wednesday, December 12 Sloppy Joes, Sweet Potato Fries, Applesauce Thursday, December 13 Ham, Cheesy Potatoes, Black Eyed Peas, Tropical Fruit Friday, December 14 Chili, Cinnamon Rolls, Peaches Monday, December 17 Spaghetti, Green Beans, Pears, Bread Stick Tuesday, December 18 Hot Dogs W/Chili, Broccoli, Applesauce
Recreation Buddy Day will be Friday December 14, at 3:40 in the Wayne Comer gymnasium. All Kindergarten through fifth grade students are invited to do drills and learn skills from the high school basketball players.
Lady Wildcats travel to Ingalls The high school basketball teams traveled to Ingalls Friday. The JV girls beat the Ingalls girls in two quarters 22-7 with Yamilet Rojo scoring four points, Marisol Gomez five points, and Athziry Marquez four points. Elizabeth Erives and Jessie James both scored two points. Cambria Phillips had three points and Paola Gomez had two points. The varsity team fell to Ingalls 24-58. Stacey Enns was leading scorer with eight points followed by Paola Gomez with four points. Morgan Lahey, Marisol Gomez and Jessie James each contributed two points.
Junior high girls teams compete against Rolla and Walsh Monday the junior high girl’s A team battled Rolla winning with a final score of 16-12 . Paredes scored four points along with Sunderland’s two, Gonzalez’s eight, and Sunderland’s two. The B team took on Rolla winning the game 11-27. James scored two points, Gonzalez four, Martinzez six,
James eight and Gonzalez three. Tuesday the girl’s A team lost to the visiting Walsh team 26-34. Paredes was top scorer with ten points followed by Sunderland with four points, Gonzalez with eight points and Sunderland with four points.
Boys junior high team loses one, wins one The junior high basketball boy’s team played two games last week. The team traveled to Rolla Monday and Tuesday Walsh came to Rolla. Monday’s game against Rolla ended with a loss to Rolla 11-34. Isaac Barboza scored four points followed by Zayden Dorsey with two, Aiden Miramontes three and
David Lahey two. Tuesday’s game against Walsh was a win with a score of 26-23. Jose Moran was top scorer with 12 points along with Aiden Miramontes with six points. Others contributing to the win were Isaac Barboza with two points, Zayden Dorsey with two and Jesus Granados with three points.
JV and varsity teams each win their games The JV boys beat Ingalls 58-29 Friday at Ingalls. Gerardo Garcia had 15 points closely followed by Isaac Clifft with 14 points and Clemente Rojo with 12 points. Other team members helping with the win were Trenton Kennedy and Jordan Snyder with four points each. Ryan Penrod had 2 points. Adan Granillo, Nolan Megenity and Edwin Rojo scored two points each and Alikx Briggs added one
point. The varsity team defeated Ingalls 68-47. Axel Granillo was top scorer with 24 points. Justyn Allen scored 13 points followed closely by Adan Granillo with 12 points. Trenton Davidson tallied up eight points followed by Austin Snyder with five, Gerardo Garcia with three, Clemente Rojo with two and Trenton Kennedy with one point.
The Community Tree Lighting ceremony hosted by the Baptist and Methodist Churches Saturday, December 1 brings out a nice crowd. Photo courtesy of Susan Roland.
Lots of good soup is enjoyed by Moscow at the Free Soup Supper at the Methodist Church Saturday. Photo courtesy of Susan Roland.
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The Life Insurance Policy Locator may find your lost policy The Life Insurance Policy Locator — launched by the Kansas Insurance Department (KID) through the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) — has matched Kansas consumers with policies totaling more than $3.5 million in the past 24 months. The NAIC launched the free national locator service in November 2016 to make it easier to connect consumers with lost life insurance policies or annuities in Kansas. A total of 298 beneficiaries have been matched with $3,553,805 since November 2016. “The response we have received to the policy locator has been commendable,” said Ken Selzer, CPA, Kansas Commissioner of Insurance. “State regulators want to do everything to protect consumers, and this online tool does that by efficiently connecting consumers with lost policies and possibly money they are owed.”
In its first two years, the locator has matched 24,934 consumers nationwide with policies totaling $368 million. In Kansas, a total of 1,047 requests were received during the past two years. To use the locator, consumers should go online to a www.naic.org. When request is received, the NAIC will do the following: • Ask participating companies to search their records to determine whether they have a life insurance policy or annuity contract in the name of the deceased. • Ask participating companies that have policy information to respond to the requester if the requester is the designated beneficiary or is authorized to receive information. “Our department was a leader in establishing this kind of free service in 2015,” Commissioner Selzer said, “and we were happy to integrate our service into the national application for an innovative, technological
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Did you know? New Year’s resolutions are made every January, and many people use this tradition as a chance to declare their intention to change jobs in the year ahead. The reasons why people change jobs vary, but the most popular reason to do so might surprise you. According to a LinkedIn survey of more than 10,000 people who recently changed jobs, 45 percent of respondents indicated they changed jobs due to a lack of opportunities for advancement with their previous employers. The next most popular reason to switch jobs was dissatisfaction with the leadership of senior management. Employers may be surprised to learn that dissatisfaction with compensation was relatively low on the list of why people changed jobs, as just 34 percent of respondents listed that among the top reasons why they left their old jobs. While that may encourage employers to find ways other than pay increases to keep their employees happy, it’s also important to note that the LinkedIn survey found that money was the second most popular reason job switchers, 74 percent of whom received higher salaries at their new jobs, chose their new positions. Submitted by Metro Editorial Service.
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Mrs. Howie and her third grade class stopped by the Sheriff’s Department lobby to decorate the Christmas trees. They brought in home
made ornaments and cards to put on the trees. Sheriff Ted Heaton and Undersheriff T.J. Steers were on hand to show their appreciation.
Youth Suicide Prevention Task Force to meet Monday in Topeka A task force formed to study and recommend ways to reduce the incidence of youth suicide will meet for a final hearing Monday in Topeka. The task force, formed by the Tower Mental Health Foundation and Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt, will meet Monday, December 10, beginning at 9:00 a.m. at the Kansas
Health Institute Learning Center, 212 SW 8th Ave. in Topeka. The meeting is open to the public. A copy of the tentative agenda for this meeting is available at http://bit.ly/ 2St2Xc8. Schmidt and the Tower Foundation’s chairman, Dr. Walt Menninger, announced the formation of the group in June. The group will survey
and report on efforts already underway in Kansas to counter youth suicide and recommend further steps to address the situation. Anyone wishing to provide information about youth suicide-prevention efforts in Kansas are encouraged to submit written testimony at www.ag.ks.gov/ ysptf by December 7 for consideration.
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Neat Wheat Ideas for the Holidays I grew up on a third generation Kansas wheat farm, and I have always had a heart for wheat and the wonderful foods that can be made from wheat. I recently came across a website created by the Kansas Wheat (the Kansas Wheat Commission and Kansas Association of Wheat Growers) and the Wheat Foods Council. Speaking with one voice for agriculture and farm production practices is the mission of this website, www.Eat-Wheat.org. Their site is designed to help consumers learn where their food comes from and how it is grown by caring farmers. On this site you can read farmer stories; learn about wheat and the foods made with wheat; get in-
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spired with wheat décor; and enjoy tasty recipes for any occasion. You can also follow it on a variety of social media platforms, if you prefer. There is a nice variety of recipes for various meal types and cooking styles that are easy to follow and sound delicious. In the section entitled inspiration, there are some great holiday craft ideas that you can do with you kids or grandkids. The salt ornaments are easy to make, and there are ideas for gingerbread houses using either pre-made, store bought items, or by creating them from scratch. I encourage you to check out the website, www.eat wheat.org, and learn more about the product that our great state is known best for. Do You Have A Winning Bread Recipe? Speaking of delicious wheat items such as bread, here is your opportunity to show off your bread- making skills and be a part of the National Festival of Breads that will be in Manhattan, Kansas, June 8, 2019. I have attended or volunteered for the festival for a number of years, and it is an amazing event. The festival organizers are accepting contestants’ entries for original yeast bread recipes (artisan, sourdough, whole grain, savory breads, ethnic, holiday, flatbread, rolls, etc.) developed by the contestant. “Original” means a Contest Recipe has not been previously published in the same or substantially same form. Recipe must include at least one ¼ ounce package (2¼ tsp.) RED STAR® Yeast product (Active Dry, Quick-RiseTM or Platinum® Yeast) as a leavening agent, and it also must include KING ARTHUR® unbleached wheat flour (All-Purpose Flour, Bread Flour, Premium 100% Whole Wheat Flour, White Whole
Wheat Flour, Self-Rising Flour, Sprouted Wheat Flour or Organic Flours). The contest is open to home bakers and food bloggers 18 years of age or older at the time of contest entry and a legal United States resident residing in one of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia. Entries are accepted until January 1, 2019. So you have the next month to try out those holiday breads, do some experimenting with recipes, and tweak family favorites. The top four recipes selected by home bakers and the top four food bloggers will have their expenses paid to come to Manhattan in June and create their recipes in person! This is one of the best parts of the Festival of Breads, as there are samples available to taste of the top eight recipes and audience attendees have the chance to meet and visit with the winning bakers. The champion in each division gets a trip to King Arthur Baking School in Vermont! The rules and how to enter are available at the festival web page, http://na tionalfestivalofbreads.com. Even if you aren’t interested in entering the contest, check out the hundreds of bread recipes from previous entries. If you enjoy baking bread, this website is a dream come true! So, with the holidays here, warm up those ovens, bake up some bread, and consider entering the National Festival of Breads. Kansas State University, County Extension Councils, Extension Districts, and U.S. Department of Agriculture Cooperating. K-State Research and Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer, and is committed to making its services, activities and programs accessible to all participants. If you have special requirements due to physical, vision, or hearing disability or a dietary restriction please contact your local extension office.
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Hugoton Middle School girls’ “A” basketball team play a string of wins and end their season Hugoton Middle School girls hosted Garden City Horace Good Middle last Monday. Eighth grade swept the day, with the “A” team winning 63-10 and “B” team scoring 35 points to Horace Good’s 18. Seventh grade’s “A” team also won narrowly, 35-32 while the “B” team struggled against the Hawks, eventually losing the contest
10-27. The ladies of HMS then traveled to Ulysses Thursday, November 29 for some basketball action. Eighth grade’s “A” team took the victory 3920, while the “B” team was also victorious with their 2210 win. The “C” team was able to play two quarters, where they lost 6-16. The seventh grade “A” team won
24-13, and the “B” team fell to the Tigers 9-13. Finally, the Lady Eagles competed in a triangular tournament at Holcomb Saturday, December 1. The eighth grade “A” team was victorious over Goodland 3811 and over Colby 49-15. The “B” team fell to the Cowgirls 23-37 and also lost in a nailbiter against Colby’s Eagles
19-20. Hugoton’s seventh graders then lost to Goodland 17-33 in the “A” game, and to the home team 29-31. Seventh grade’s “B” team won over Goodland by one, 10-9. They then fell to Colby in a heartbreaking 28-30 loss. The girls’ last game of the 2018 season was Tuesday, December 4 at home against the Holcomb Longhorns.
Hugoton High School varsity wrestlers compete at Hoxie, JV at Goodland Hugoton High School varsity wrestlers traveled to Hoxie, while the JV squad competed at Goodland. Varsity medalists included Deveron Yarbrough with a fourth place, Michael
Mendoza with fourth and David Cruz also with fourth place. Junior varsity medalists were as follows: 1 Brayan Caraveo 138 pounds
2 Rafael Guereque 145 pounds 3 Juan Fraire 160 pounds 4 Alex Maravilla 170 pounds 1 Jonathan Cruz
182 pounds 4 Jhordy Cruz 195 pounds 5 Cutter Hawks 220 pounds 3 Jeison Coreno
Hugoton Middle School Wrestlers come home with GWAC League Runner-Up!! Hugoton Middle School wrestlers traveled to Colby for the GWAC League tournament. Hugoton was GWAC League Runner-Up. Medalists were as follows: 2 Austin Topliss 80 pounds 1 Bryan Montoya
86 pounds 4 Luis Guzman 92 pounds 2 Luis Cruz 98 pounds 4 Christian Farmer 104 pounds 3 Zack Zambrano 110 pounds
4 Christian Gomez 116 pounds 1 Adam Mendoza 122 pounds 3 Santiago Macias 130 pounds 3 Isaac Martin 146 pounds 3 Daycen Austin
154 pounds 2 Jace Bonsall 162 pounds 3 Sabastian Gonzalez 170 pounds 3 Christian Orneales-Cruz 182 pounds 3 Isaac Moreland HWT pounds
Angelica Rivera sets her feet and is ready for a free throw. The Hugoton Middle School Basketball team’s last game of the season was Tuesday, December 4 against Holcomb.
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Hugoton Middle School wrestlers compete at Colby in the GWAC League tournament. After
some tough competition, Hugoton wins second place. Photo courtesy of Jamye Brack.
Study shows brief breaks can dramatically improve focus ability Brief breaks during the work day can dramatically improve one’s ability to focus on a task. A 2011 study published in the journal Cognition found that brief mental breaks can improve focus on a prolonged task. The study’s authors tested participants’ ability to focus on a repetitive computerized task for 50 minutes under various conditions. The control group performed the task without breaks or diversions. The switch group and nonswitch group memorized four digits before performing the task and were di-
rected to respond if they saw one of the digits on the screen while performing the task. The switch group was the only group to be presented with the digits twice during the experiment, and both groups were tested on their memory of the digits at the end of the task. Most participants’ performance declined considerably over the course of the 50-minute task. However, the performance of those in the switch group did not decline at all, as the two brief breaks to respond to the digits allowed them to maintain their focus
throughout the experiment. The researchers behind the study concluded that the switch group’s performance was steady because the brain is built to detect and respond to change, and its performance will actually suffer if it must maintain prolonged attention on a single task without taking a break. Professionals with a lot on their plates may see their performance improve by taking frequent mental breaks throughout the workday. Submitted by Metro Editorial Service.
MEADE STATE LAKE Crappie - Up to 12 inches. Fish around any deeper brush or vegetation you can find especially in the creek channels or around dropoffs. Use minnows, small slab spoons or jigs. Channel catfish - Up to five pounds. Try fishing on the sunny, wind blown side of the lake. Try prepared stinkbait, cut bait or liver under a bobber or on the bottom. Also try drifting nightcrawlers. Largemouth bass - Up to five pounds. Try jigs and finesse plastics around sunny banks later in the day daily warm-up. Flathead catfish - Up to 50 pounds. Live bait fished around cover. A trout permit is required to fish for and possess trout during the trout season. SCOTT STATE LAKE Channel Catfish - Fair - Most in the 13 to 18 inch range. Fishing prepared bait or live sunfish lake-wide has been productive. Crappie - Fair - Up to 13 inches. Fishing jigs around
the fish attractors or drifting jigs in open water of the main lake is usually productive. Largemouth Bass- Fair/ Good - Up to five and a half pounds. Soft plastics and swimbaits fished around brushpiles, laydown trees, and along rocky shorelines especially on the warmer days. Rainbow Trout - Good half a pound average. The second stocking of the 2018/2019 trout season was conducted November 27, 2018 with the release of approximately 600 trout that averaged a little better than one half pound each. There were a fair number of fish in the stocking that ranged from one and a half to three pounds each. Anglers 16 years old and older are required to possess a valid trout permit in addition to their fishing license to fish the pond during the trout season. A five fish/day/person creel limit applies to above mentioned anglers. Anglers less than 16 years old possessing a valid
trout permit may harvest up to five trout/day/person. Anglers less than 16 years old may fish for, and harvest trout without a trout permit, but a two fish creel limit applies. In any case, possession limit is three times the daily limit. Still fishing worms, power bait, salmon eggs, marshmallows, and corn alone or in various combination off the bottom is a popular approach using traditional casting equipment. Fly rod anglers can also be effective casting nymphs, small streamers, wooly buggers, or salmon egg imitations. Sunfish - Fair/Good - Up to eight inchesWorms under a bobber around brush, laydown trees, vegetation, and rock in deeper water. Saugeye/Walleye - Fair/ Good - Up to seven pounds. Casting crank baits or swim baits along rip-rapped shorelines or over points and drop-offs. Release all walleye/ saugeye less than 18 inches and largemouth bass less than 15 inches.
Sports Schedule Thursday, December 6 HHS Blue & Red Classic Basketball Boys’ and Girls’ Tournament Here vs Guymon, Southwestern Heights, Perryton, Rolla, Stratford and Ulysses Friday, December 7 HHS Blue & Red Classic Basketball Boys’ and Girls’ Tournament Here vs Guymon, Southwestern Heights, Perryton, Rolla, Stratford and Ulysses, 3:00 p.m. HHS Wrestling V/JV Tournament at Ulysses, 4:00 p.m. Saturday, December 8 HHS Wrestling V/JV Tournament at Ulysses, 9:00 a.m. HHS Blue & Red Classic Basketball Boys’ and Girls’ Tournament Here vs Guymon, Southwestern Heights, Perryton, Rolla, Stratford and Ulysses, 3:00 p.m.
Tuesday, December 11 HHS Basketball Girls’ & Boys’ JV at Dodge City, 4:45 p.m. HHS Girls’ V & Boys’ C Team at Dodge City, 6:30 p.m. HHS Boys’ V & Girls’ C Team at Dodge City, 8:00 p.m. Friday, December 14 HHS Basketball Girls’ & Boys’ JV Here vs Scott Community, 4:45 p.m. HHS Girls’ V & Boys’ C Team Here vs Scott Community, 6:30 p.m. HHS Boys’ V & Girls’ C Team Here vs Scott Community, 8:00 p.m. Saturday, December 15 HHS Wrestling JV Tournament at Holly, 9:30 a.m. HHS Wrestling V Tournament at Goodland, 10:00 a.m.
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Coaches Jon Schnable and Joel Garcia pull the boys’ for a regroup during the game against Deerfield. Photo courtesy of Kim Mauk.
Lady Pirates begin season with a loss The high school basketball teams kicked off their season Friday, November 30 with a home game. The Goodwell Eagles traveled to Rolla. The Lady Pirates were not able to pull off a win in this first game, with a final score of 21 to 35. The Pirates team took the court next and
was not able to defeat the Eagles either with a final score of 32 to 51. The Pirates will play in the Blue and Red Tournament in Hugoton beginning Thursday, December 6. A full schedule of the tournament games is available at the high school office.
Angel Tree is in the Rolla Library The Rolla Hope Angel Tree is located in the Rolla Library this year. Stop by Monday through Thursday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. to select your angel. The Rolla Hope
Angel Tree brings gifts to children in Rolla’s own community and provides a nice holiday meal for families. Your giving stays local with this Angel tree. Please consider helping the community this Christmas season.
What’s for LUNCH? USD #217 Menu
Thursday, December 6 B. Pancake on a Stick, Strawberries, Juice L. Rodeo Burger on a Bun, Roasted Red Potatoes, Broccoli Florets, Apple Monday, December 10 B. French Toast Sticks w/Syrup, Grapes, Juice L. Beef and Bean Burrito, Tortilla Chips, Salsa, Romaine and Tomato, Corn, Baby Carrots, Banana Tuesday, December 11
B. W.W Bagel w/ Toppings, Apple, Juice L. BBQ Beef on a Bun, Seas. Peas, Baked Beans, Peaches, Royal Browie Wednesday, December 12 B. Breakfast Burrito, Salsa, Mandarin Orange, Juice L.Turkey and Cheese Sub Sandwich, Dk. Green Leaf Lettuce, Tomato Slice, Sweet Potato Fries, Garden Salad, Kiwi
The Rolla All Around 4H Club wins Third place at the Christmas Parade in Elkhart Saturday, December 1.
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RJH teams play against different schools The Rolla junior high basketball teams played two different teams in Rolla during the week of November 26 through November 29. First up, Moscow Wildcats traveled to Rolla Monday, November 26. The Lady Wildcats were ready for the Lady Pirates and defeated the home town team with a final score of 12 to 16. The boys’ teams were next and the Pirates were on the defense, having watched the girls lose. The boys’ team came out fighting and didn’t stop, with a final score of 34 to 11. Thursday, November 29,
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the Deerfield Spartans came to play. The Lady Pirates just barely edged the Lady Spartans out, with a final score of 15 to 14. The Pirates boys’ team then took the court. The boys’ were pumped once again and wanted a win for the Schnables. Gardell had been hospitalized earlier in the week and he and his wife are the junior high coaches. The high school coaching staff stepped up and coached the boys’ to their second win of the week, with a final score of 31 to 23. Congratulations to both teams! Rolla is proud of you!
Community Calendar Thursday, December 6 High School Bbasketball Rolla plays Southwestern Heights at Blue & Red Tournament in Hugoton, 6:30 p.m. Friday, December 7 High School Basketball Red & Blue Classic at Hugoton, TBA No School Saturday, December 8 High School Basketball Red & Blue Classic at Hugoton, TBA Monday, December 10 Board of Education Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 11 Junior High Basketball at Yarbrough, 4:00 p.m. High School Basketball at Yarbrough, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 12 Rolla Rec Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, December 13 USD 217 Staff Holiday Celebration at The Salty Dawg in Liberal, 6:00 p.m. Friday, December 14
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Junior High Basketball vs. Felt (Varsity only), 4:00 p.m. High School Basketball vs. Felt (Varsity only), 6:30 p.m. No School Saturday, December 15 JH Stuco Christmas Dance Rolla Rec Skating Rink, 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Monday, December 17 Rolla City Council Meeting, 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 18 Possible 1/2 JV Game if we have the numbers, 4:30 p.m. High School Basketball vs. Syracuse, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, December 20 Christmas Concert (PreKindergarten to twelfth in the new gym) 7:00 p.m. Friday, December 21 School Dismissed 12:15 p.m. Santa Day Begins at 12:30 p.m. Staff Potluck Breakfast in the Elementary workroom. Bring a covered dish, Secret Santa's will be revealed 7:15 a.m.
The Lady Pirates take a time out with Coaches John Barrett and Traci Taylor while fighting the Deerfield Spartans. Photo courtesy of Kim Mauk.
Rolla’s Science and Technology Fair Third and Fourth Place Winners
grader Eriberto Fourth Moreno places third in Biochemistry/Medicine/Health. Photo courtesy of Terri Daniels.
Fifth grader Cayli Crowl places third in Zoology. Photo courtesy of Terri Daniels.
Fifth grader Valeria Ochoa places third in Physics. Photo courtesy of Terri Daniels.
Rolla Library provides magazines The Rolla Library is pleased to remind patrons that magazines are available for checkout. We have current issues of American Girl, Ask, Better Homes and Gardens, Boys’ Life, Country Living, Discover, Field and Stream, Health, National Geographic Kids, Parents, People, Popular Science, Real Simple, Spider, Sports Illustrated Kids, Southern Living, Taste of Home, Time, Zoobooks and Zootles. There is hot coffee and hot water for assorted teas available in the library meeting room while you peruse the newspapers.
The Rolla Library will have new hours beginning Monday, December 3. The library will be open Mondays and Wednesdays at 7:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., closed for lunch, then reopen at 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. The library hours Tuesdays and Thursdays will be 7:30 a.m. until 11:30 p.m., closed for lunch, then open at 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. If Rolla has school on a Friday, the library will use the TuesdayThursday schedule for the library. If you have any questions about the library hours, please call the library at 5934328 for clarification.
Fifth grader Ethan Compaan places third in Behavioral/ Social Science. Photo courtesy of Terri Daniels.
Seventh grader Melody Lundy places third in Chemistry. Photo courtesy of Terri Daniels.
Eighth grader Abby Garcia places third in Behavioral/ Social Science. Photo courtesy of Terri Daniels.
Sixth grader Jillian Lundy places fourth in Physics. Photo courtesy of USD 217 Yearbook staff.
Fifth grader Geminis Hernandez places fourth in Physics. Photo courtesy of Terri Daniels.
Eighth grader Andrea Reza places third in Biochemistry/ Medicine / Health. Photo courtesy of Terri Daniels.
Eighth grader Jaxon Schwindt places third in Earth/Space. Photo courtesy of Terri Daniels.
Seventh grader Gabby Bolin places third in Botany. Photo courtesy of Terri Daniels.
Fifth grader Samantha Dunn places fourth in Consumer Science. Photo courtesy of Terri Daniels.
Fifth grader Alivia Bolin places fourth in Chemistry. Photo courtesy of Terri Daniels.
LOOKING BACK Memories from yesteryear
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Russell Smith Every era has what in years to come, may be called antiques or collectables, and seeing individuals to recognize their value--both monetary and historically. Russell Smith is one such individual. Born of pioneer parents in Stevens County in 1892, Russell recognized at an early age the importance of preserving remnants of the past for future generations. Russell’s parents moved to what is now Stevens County in 1886 with their two children, Bob and Edna. At that time, they lived on a homestead two miles east of Hugoton. When Russell was four years old, the family moved a half mile closer to Hugoton where Russell lived for most of his life, until 1953 when he and his wife moved to town. Many people are aware of Mr. Smith’s column appearing frequently in The Hugoton Hermes called “Pioneer Days.” What you may not know is the method he uses to obtain his information. Mr. Smith has in his possession a copy of the first newspaper ever printed in Southwest Kansas. It is Vol.
1, Issue 1 of the “Hugoton Herald” dated February 13, 1886. He also has nearly every paper printed in Hugoton since that time. Russell acquired possession of these fragile and time-worn witnesses to the past almost by accident. They were about to be destroyed and he was fortunate enough to be given the chance to purchase them. The papers came to him in a helter-skelter manner and he has since arranged them in their proper order and made enough file folders to keep them in. The reason Mr. Smith writes this column is to share what he considers a very important part of Hugoton’s past with everyone. Russell’s phenomenal memory of past events in this area is merely confirmed by what the old newspapers tell him. Some of the interesting facts Russell has been made aware of, whether through the papers or his own memory, are for instance, that Hugoton (it was called Hugo then) was here three years before Liberal. And that the railroad made the difference in rates of growth between the two towns. Hugo was
platted in 1885 and the people applied for a post office in April of 1886. The Postal Department would not accept the name of Hugo because of two existing communities with that name. Several were suggested but Hugoton was finally decided upon. The first influx of homesteaders from 1886 to 1890 caused the town to reach a peak of about 1,250 population. There were many discouraging events during this time and in 1890 when hard times really hit, people left as fast as they had come. Some chose to stay, however, and these are the people Russell has so much respect and admiration for. “A lot of people refer to me as a pioneer,” Russell reflects. “I don’t consider myself a pioneer. It was people like my folks and others who had the courage to stay and overcome the hardships that were the real pioneers.” And the old newspapers are a testament to their courage. The “Hugoton Herald” began in 1886 and sold a subscription rate of $1.50 per year. It was democratic in politics and was first published and edited by C.W.
McClintock. He sold the paper to C.E. Cook in 1887 and Cook sold it to Charles M. Davis in the early part of 1888. Davis renamed the paper “The Hermes.” It still sold for $1.50 per year. The name was later chanted to “Hugoton Hermes” and then to “The Hugoton Hermes” as it remains today. C.M. Davis left the area about 1900 and sold the paper to A.W. Lamkin, who lowered the rate to $1.00 per year. He published the paper until about 1903 or 1904 when he sold it to T.W. Hubbard. The newspapers are now kept in Mr. Smith’s basement along with his very impressive collection of cut glass, china, primitives, etc. Although he strongly believes in preserving the past, he does not believe in living in it. Each era, Mr. Smith feels, has it’s good and bad points and you make the most of what you have...which is the essence of the pioneer spirit he so admires. Taken from the December 20, 1973 issue of The Hugoton Hermes newspaper.
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Russell Smith, collector, historian, writer, sits at his antique desk and chooses items to be used in his “Pioneer Days” column. Taken from the December 20, 1973 issue of The Hugoton Hermes newspaper.
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History from the Hermes by Ruthie Winget
Thursday, December 18, 2008 Emmett Reardon will turn one hundred years old this Friday. He was born in Texas County, Oklahoma December 19, 1908. He attended a country school there through part of the eighth grade. He then moved to Optima, Oklahoma where he completed the eighth grade and did farm work in the Guymon area. He moved to Moscow and attended high school, graduating in 1930.
Mr. Reardon was employed in the bank at Moscow until 1937 when he moved to Hugoton and worked at the Citizens State Bank. He served in the Army Air Corps in WWII for four years after being drafted in 1942, including a six month tour of duty on the island of Guam. He can still fit into his uniform. Following the war, he returned to Hugoton and worked at Citizens State Bank until his retirement in
1974. Thursday, December 19, 1963 Carlis Passmore, USN, is participating aboard the minesweeper, USS Gallant, in a coordinated U.S. and Government of the Republic of China amphibious warfare exercise titled “Big Dipper” along the southern coast of Taiwan. Thursday, December 18, 1958 The large collection of Indian artifacts, mineral and geological specimens be-
longing to O.K. Pearce of Moscow, became the property of the Lions and Rotary Clubs of Hugoton, December 13, which is intended to be put on display in the Stevens County Museum. The personal collection of the 75 year old archaeologist anthropologist and geologist includes many hundreds of items and they date to centuries back. Friday, December 14, 1923 For several years past, it has only been the real rich who could eat turkey at Christmas time. Now the tide has changed. Turkeys are about the cheapest thing we can get and all should eat turkey at 12 1/2 cents per pound. 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.
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Christmas morning is an exciting and joyous time for families. Children are anxious to rush downstairs and see what Santa has left under the tree, and parents are eager to see the looks on youngsters’ happy faces. Having a fast and easy breakfast at the ready on Christmas morning allows families to jump right into the festivities rather than spending too much time in the kitchen. This recipe for “Spiced Yogurt Muffins,” courtesy of the National Dairy Council, Dannon and McCormick, can be made in advance and then enjoyed while peeking into Christmas stockings or watch-
ing holiday parades on television. This big-batch recipe is ideal for feeding a houseful of overnight holiday guests. Or it can be prepared in advance and doled out as needed throughout the week. The muffins also can be made as a treat for holiday office luncheons. Cut the recipe in half for smaller yields. Spiced Yogurt Muffins (Yield: 50 servings) 61⁄2 cups Dannon plain fat-free Greek yogurt 4 cups water, room temperature 1 box (5 lbs) Gold Medal® Muffin Mix, Whole Grain Variety 3 tablespoons McCormick
PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, November 29, 2018) 3t IN THE TWENTY-SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT, STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS PROBATE DEPARTMENT IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE ISAAC C. LARKIN, DECEASED.
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ceased. All creditors of the decedent are notified to exhibit their demands against the estate within the latter of four months from the date of the first publication of this notice under K.S.A. 59-2236 and amendments thereto, or if the identity of the creditor is known or reasonably ascertainable, 30 days after actual notice was given as provided by law, and if their demands are not thus exhibited, they shall be forever barred.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
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TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that on the 20th day of November, 2018, a Petition for Issuance of Letters of Administration under the Kansas Simplified Estates Act was filed in this Court by Mardee Harrell, the natural guardian of the sole heir of Isaac C. Larkin, de-
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pumpkin pie spice 2 tablespoons McCormick Chipotle cinnamon Combine yogurt and water in mixing bowl. Whisk until blended. Set aside. Add spices to dry muffin mix in a large bowl. Add yogurt and water mixture to the muffin mixture. Mix until just blended. Don’t overmix. Using a scoop, portion into greased or lined muffin pans. Bake at 350 F for 24 minutes, or 17 to 20 minutes in a
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Make-ahead muffins can be a quick breakfast that’s perfect for Christmas mornings at home.
PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, December 6, 2018) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATEOF EDWARD EUGENE HEILMAN, DECEASED Case No. 17PR000002 NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR FINAL SETTLEMENT (Chapter 59) THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed in the above Court by Lynnette Hageman, administrator of the estate of Edward Eugene Heilman, deceased, praying for final settlement of the estate; approval of her acts, pro-
ceedings and accounts as administrator; allowance for administrator's expenses, attorney's fees and expenses, and for payment of court costs; and also praying that the Court determine the heirs of the decedent and distributing and assigning to such heirs all Kansas property owned by the decedent at the time of his death which is remaining in the estate. You are hereby required to file your written defenses thereto on or before the 28th day of December 2018, at 10:00 a.m. of said day, in the district courtroom at the county courthouse, in the City of Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition. Lynnette Hageman, Administrator-Petitioner
PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, November 29, 2018) 2t RESOLUTION NO. 225
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A RESOLUTION FIXING A TIME AND PLACE AT WHICH THE OWNER(S), THE AGENT(S) OF THE OWNER(S), ANY LIENHOLDERS OF RECORD AND ANY OCCUPANT(S) OF THE SINGLE FAMILY HOUSE LOCATED ON LOT THIRTEEN (13) AND FOURTEEN (14), BLOCK TWENTY-ONE (21), JANUARY SUB-DIVISION IN THE TOWNSITE OF ROLLA, MORTON COUNTY, KANSAS, MAY APPEAR AND SHOW CAUSE WHY SUCH STRUCTURE SHOULD NOT BE CONDEMNED AND ORDERED REPAIRED OR DEMOLISHED. WHEREAS, the Governing Body of the City of Rolla, Kansas, has received a statement in writing pursuant to the Code of the City of Rolla, Kansas Section 4-604 from the enforcing officer of the City, as that term is defined in the Code of the City of Rolla Section 4602(a), declaring a Single Family House located on or near Lot Thirteen (13) and Fourteen (14), Block Twentyone (21), January Sub-division in the townsite of Rolla, Morton County, Kansas, (also known as 703 Third Avenue) as unsafe or dangerous within the meaning of the laws of the State of Kansas; and WHEREAS, the Governing Body of the City of Rolla, Kansas, has determined that it is in the best interest of the City to conduct a hearing to show cause why such structure should not be condemned and ordered repaired or
demolished. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF ROLLA, KANSAS, THAT: 1. A hearing to appear and show cause shall be held at 7:00 p.m. CDT, January 21, 2019 pursuant to the Code of the City of Rolla, Kansas Section 4605, said hearing being at least thirty (30) days after the last date of publication of the resolution. 2. A copy of this resolution shall be mailed by certified mail within three days after its first publication to each the owner, the owner’s agent, any lien holder or record and any occupant of the structure at the last known place of residence and shall be marked “deliver to addressee only.” 3. This resolution shall be published once each week for two consecutive weeks on the same day each week. 4. This resolution shall take effect immediately. PASSED BY THE GOVERNING BODY of the City of Rolla, Kansas, on this 19th day of November, 2018.
RESOLUTION NO. 226 A RESOLUTION FIXING A TIME AND PLACE AT WHICH THE OWNER(S), THE AGENT(S) OF THE OWNER(S), ANY LIENHOLDERS OF RECORD, ANY UNKNOWN LIENHOLDERS, AND ANY OCCUPANT(S) OF A SHED, LOCATED ON THE SOUTH HALF (S/2) OF LOT FIVE (5), ALL OF LOT SIX (6), BLOCK TEN (10), CITY OF ROLLA, MORTON COUNTY, KANSAS, MAY APPEAR AND SHOW CAUSE WHY SUCH STRUCTURE SHOULD NOT BE CONDEMNED AND ORDERED REPAIRED OR DEMOLISHED. WHEREAS, the Governing Body of the City of Rolla, Kansas, has received a statement in writing pursuant to the Code of the City of Rolla, Kansas Section 4-604 from the enforcing officer of the City, as that term is defined in the Code of the City of Rolla Section 4602(a), declaring a shed located on or near the South Half (S/2) of Lot Five (5), all of Lot Six (6), Block Ten (10), City of Rolla, Morton County, Kansas, according to the duly filed recorded plat thereof (also known as 408 Van Buren) as unsafe or dangerous within the meaning of the laws of the State of Kansas; and WHEREAS, the Governing Body of the City of Rolla, Kansas, has determined that it is in the best interest of the City to conduct a hearing to show cause why such structure should not be condemned and ordered repaired or
be condemned and ordered repaired or demolished.
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NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF ROLLA, KANSAS, THAT:
A RESOLUTION FIXING A TIME AND PLACE AT WHICH THE OWNER(S), THE AGENT(S) OF THE OWNER(S), ANY LIENHOLDERS OF RECORD, ANY UNKNOWN LIENHOLDERS, AND ANY OCCUPANT(S) OF A SINGLE FAMILY HOUSE LOCATED ON LOT SEVEN (7) AND EIGHT (8), BLOCK SEVENTEEN (17), IN FRAZER SUB-DIVISION TO THE CITY OF ROLLA, MORTON COUNTY, KANSAS, MAY APPEAR AND SHOW CAUSE WHY SUCH STRUCTURE SHOULD NOT BE CONDEMNED AND ORDERED REPAIRED OR DEMOLISHED. WHEREAS, the Governing Body of the City of Rolla, Kansas, has received a statement in writing pursuant to the Code of the City of Rolla, Kansas Section 4-604 from the enforcing officer of the City, as that term is defined in the Code of the City of Rolla Section 4602(a), declaring a Single Family House located on or near the Lots Seven (7) and Eight (8), Block Seventeen (17), in Frazer Sub-division to the City of Rolla, Morton County, Kansas, according to the recorded plat thereof., (also known as 409 Van Buren) as unsafe or dangerous within the meaning of the laws of the State of Kansas; and WHEREAS, the Governing Body of the City of Rolla, Kansas, has determined that it is in the best interest of the City to conduct a hearing to show cause why such structure should not
1. A hearing to appear and show cause shall be held at 7:00 p.m. CDT, January 21, 2019 pursuant to the Code of the City of Rolla, Kansas Section 4605, said hearing being at least thirty (30) days after the last date of publication of the resolution. 2. A copy of this resolution shall be mailed by certified mail within three days after its first publication to each the owner, the owner’s agent, any lien holder or record and any occupant of the structure at the last known place of residence and shall be marked “deliver to addressee only.” 3. This resolution shall be published once each week for two consecutive weeks on the same day each week. 4. This resolution shall take effect immediately. PASSED BY THE GOVERNING BODY of the City of Rolla, Kansas, on this 19th day of November, 2018. SEAL /s/ David Light David Light, Mayor ATTEST: /s/ Shelley Barrett Shelley Barrett, City Clerk
CLASSIFIEDS Deadline for all classified advertising is MONDAY at 5:00 p.m. All Garage, Yard and/or Moving Sale Ads MUST Be Pre-Paid. 1) Classified ad rate is $ .25 per word per insertion. The weekly minimum is $4.00. 2) Classified display advertising rate is $5.50 per column inch. 3) All cards of thanks are charged at the display rate. 4) All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968, which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, children, or national origin or an intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.” This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis.
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NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF ROLLA, KANSAS, THAT: 1. A hearing to appear and show cause shall be held at 7:00 p.m. CDT, January 21, 2019 pursuant to the Code of the City of Rolla, Kansas Section 4605, said hearing being at least thirty (30) days after the last date of publication of the resolution. 2. A copy of this resolution shall be mailed by certified mail within three days after its first publication to each the owner, the owner’s agent, any lien holder or record and any occupant of the structure at the last known place of residence and shall be marked “deliver to addressee only.” 3. This resolution shall be published once each week for two consecutive weeks on the same day each week. 4. This resolution shall take effect immediately. PASSED BY THE GOVERNING BODY of the City of Rolla, Kansas, on this 19th day of November, 2018. SEAL /s/ David Light David Light, Mayor ATTEST: /s/ Shelley Barrett Shelley Barrett, City Clerk
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IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS In the Matter of the Estates of Sarah C. Erdwien, Lillie M. Erdwien & Harry C. Erdwien Case No. 18-PR-36 (Petition Pursuant to K.S.A. Chapter 59) NOTICE OF HEARING The State of Kansas To All Persons Concerned: On October 29, 2018, the Court finds the Petition for Determination of Descent filed by Kermit Lee Erdwien should be heard on December 17, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. in this Court; notice of the
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Shirlene Hagler, deceased, CASE NO. 18-PR-04 NOTICE OF HEARING THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are notified that a petition has been filed in this Court by Kenneth Burrows, duly appointed, qualified and acting Administrator of the Estate of Shirlene Hagler, deceased, requesting that Petitioner’s acts be approved; the Petitioner’s account be settled and allowed; the heirs be determined; the laws of intestate succession be applied and the Estate be assigned to the persons entitled thereto; the attorneys’ fees and expenses should be paid; the
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SUPPORT GROUPS PREGNANT? NEED HELP? Call Birthright of Garden City, 620-276-3605 or Birthline of Liberal, 1404 N. Western, 620-626-6763. (tfc3) -------------ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS will help you if you sincerely want to stop drinking. Call 544-9047. (tfc1) ---------------
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Support for family & friends of problem drinkers meet Mondays & Thursdays at 8 pm 1405 Cemetery Road 544-2610 or 544-2854 kansas-al-anon.org tfc
Project Hope Open Tues & Thurs 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. Please Bring Your Own Food Containers 1042 S. Jackson Suite C tfc37
BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL 308 Fourth Avenue, Rolla - Charming, Ranch style, 4 bed/2 bath, bsmt, fence, det garage, carport, hardwood floors. Call Karen today to see this nice property!
107 N Jackson- Lot for sale! Great location and neighborhood! Call Karen today for more details!!
DIRECTORY (tfc46)
Great Deals ~ Easy Financing ~ Quality Service Office: (620)544-7800 531 S. Jackson Hugoton, Ks. 67951 (tfc6)
LAWN PRO Will Schnittker
620-544-1517
time and place of hearing be given pursuant to K.S.A. 59-2209 and 59-2210. All instruments required by K.S.A. 59-2209 to be included with the notice shall be served on all interested parties, and the Affidavit of Service shall so reflect, provided however, the Petitioner shall be excused from physically attaching to the Affidavit of Service copies of all instruments other than the notice. /s/ Kermit Lee Erdwien Kermit Lee. Erdwien, Petitioner James C. Dodge Sharp McQueen, P.A. 419 N. Kansas, P.O. Box 2619 Liberal, KS 67905-2619 Phone: (620) 624-2548 Attorney for Petitioner
court costs be determined and ordered paid; the administration of the Estate be closed; upon the filing of receipts the Petitioner be finally discharged as Administrator of the Estate of Shirlene Hagler, deceased, and Petitioner be released from further liability. You are required to file your written defenses to the petition on or before December 21, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. in the District Court in Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail to file your written defenses, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition. KENNETH BURROWS, Administrator BROLLIER, WOLF & KUHARIC Box 39, Hugoton, KS 67951 (620) 544-8555 Attorneys for Administrator
1101 S Adams- Ranch Style, 5 bed/2 b, appliances, fin bsmt, cen H/A, att garage, fence. Cute as can be!! Call Karen today to schedule your showing!!
SOLD 815 S Jackson- Beautiful, 1.5 story, home complete with Art & Crafts Style!! This is truly "One of a Kind"!! This home has been completely renovated and restored. This home features wood floors and wood work typical of the era of the home. New kitchen with stainless steel appliances and modern updates make this a chef's dream while still keeping the integrity of the home! 5 bed/3 b, cen H/A, WIC, and too many things to mention in this ad. Call today to view this unique property! You won't be disappointed.
SOLD 516 W. Tenth - Ranch, 3 bed/1 ba., cen H/A, carport, fence. Great starter home!! Call today!!
(620)428-6518
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1003 S. Adams - Beautiful, 1 1/2 story, 5 bed 3 bath, fpl, 2 decks, oversized garage w/workshop, storage shed and much, much more! $275,000
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310 West 9th St- Ranch Style, 3 bed/2.5 bath, open concept, fpl, kit appl, att garage, det garage, fence, cen H/A, safe room...much more. Call today to see this lovely home!!
“Specializing in Agricultural Land, Residential and Commercial Property” Mark Faulkner - Broker Karen Yoder - Associate Broker Residential, Agricultural & Commercial Specialist
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1001 S Harrison - Beautiful ranch, located close to schools! 5 bed/3 bath, dine in kitchen with appliances, formal dining, finished basement, corner lot, screened patio. Great find!! Call today to schedule a showing!!
(620) 624-1212
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515 East Eighth - Great Starter! Ranch style, 3 bd/1 ba, cen H/A, det garage. Call to see this property.
600 S Trindle - Beautiful bi-level, 4 bd/2ba, cen H/A, updated kitchen and baths, stainless steel appliances, patio deck, sprinkler, fence, att garage, mature landscape. Nice property!! Call me for details and to see the beauty!!
307 N. Kansas, Suite 101 Liberal, KS 67901
1012 S Trindle - Nice ranch style, Nice location, 3 bed/2 b, updated kitchen w/stainless steel appliances, updated baths, thermalpane windows, cen H/A, fenced yard, 12 x 24 storage bldg, patio. Call today to see!!!
1011 S Jackson St - Located close to schools, medical & downtown merchants! Ranch style, 3 bd/2 b, convenient kitchen w/abundant storage, cen H/A, fence. Call to schedule your showing!! 1017 S Madison- Ranch style, 3 bed/2 bath, bsmt, kitchen appliances, det garage, cen H/A, nice neighborhood! Call Karen today to see this nice property.
108 E. Eighth St. $55,000 NOW $47,500 This 2 bedroom, 2 bath home is not too far from downtown with great potential
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1027 S Jackson - This charmer begs you to come on in and sit a spell! 1.5 story, 4 bed/2 ba, cen H/A, kitchen appliances, wood floors, det garage, fence and much, much more!! Call today to see this cozy cottage!!
1 Large Finished Basement Room
Sits on 19 Acres with Horse Barn, Corrals & All Fenced In
1107 S Trindle - Morton Building 54 width x 72 length, insulated, finished office with H/A, bath, 14 ft side walls. Two (2) overhead doors, walk in door, 14 x 54 apron. Built 2011. Call to see this nice property.
Karen Yoder Cellphone 544-3730
estimates available on request
Call Sherri May 620-453-1092 will travel within reason
600 E. 11th Open 8 am - 5 pm
IN STOCK *Carpet *Tile *Laminate *Vinyl (tfc)
Security Lights provide anytime access. All units have concrete floors and secure locks.
David Light - 544-9763 “Call Us For All Your Real Estate Needs” Find us on Facebook.com/StarStorage
WANTED WANT TO PURCHASE: Minerals and other oil / gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557, Denver, Co. 80201. (252p45-18) ---------------
or email hermesma@pld.com
Sizes available: 5x10, 10x10, 10x15, 10x20 & 12x24
Your Oklahoma and Kansas Ag Specialist Karen Yoder
Call 544-4321
515 Northeast Avenue Hugoton, KS 620-428-1115 620-544-5785 para español
PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE to the owner Karim Chacon Valladares of a 1998 Chevrolet Blazer, VIN #1GNDT13W6W2126155 of the intent to sell or otherwise dispose of said vehicle by Landlord Glen McQueen due to vehicle’s abandonment at 911 S. Monroe, Hugoton, Kansas. Vehicle will be sold or otherwise disposed of by December 21, 2018. Owner must provide title with matching VIN before December 21, 2018 to (1c49) claim the vehicle and suspend landlord’s claim. ---------------
6B | Thursday, December 6, 2018 | The Hugoton Hermes
Official Newspaper of Stevens County, Kansas
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Basketball Tournament (Hugoton, Ks)
December 6th, 7th & 8th, 2018 Top Team Will Be The Home Team **GYMS TEAMS PLAY IN ON SECOND DAY WILL BE DETERMINED BY ESTIMATED CROWD SIZES, THIRD DAY WILL BE AS ADVERTISED.
W = West Gym E = East Gym
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Hugoton Loser G4 8:15 W G1 4th Place
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Perryton
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8:15 W G6
RANGERS
Winner G6
Rolla Loser G5 Loser G2
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SW Heights
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4:45 W G4
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Ulysses
Jordan Air, Inc.
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Loser G3
4:45 W G3
Winner G3
Guymon
Complete Aerial Application SPRAYING - SEEDING - FERTILIZING
8:15 E G5
Loser G6
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Winner G5
Loser G1
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