The Scott County Record

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38 Pages • Four Sections

Volume 21 • Number 39

Thursday, May 8, 2014

Published in Scott City, Ks.

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Budget cuts top $705k in USD 466 The minimum target for budget cuts was $675,000 for the USD 466 (Scott County) board of education in their quest to get their heads above water for the 2014-15 school year. They hit $705,449. But along the way they also eliminated two teaching positions, the parttime athletic director position at Scott City Middle School and

2 staff positions eliminated, 2 resign released two hourly employees. While the staff cuts were significant, it could have been much worse. “If the staff hadn’t agreed to take the cuts they did it would have made our decision a lot

more difficult,” noted board member Chris Price following more than three hours of executive sessions. He was referring to the Scott County Teachers’ Association which voted to accept a two

Pressure on water system more typical of mid-summer The calendar says May, but to the Scott City Public Works Department if feels like July. A dry winter and early spring have seen water use levels in the city get off to a recordsetting pace. By April 10, the city had already pumped seven million gallons more than it did for the same time period last year. And that’s despite increased efforts by the city over the past year to encourage greater water conservation by their customers. It took from 8:30 p.m. on Sunday until 2:30 p.m. on Monday before city wells were able to refill the water tower to its full capacity. “We’ve never had to deal with that this early before,” Public Works Director Mike Todd warned the council on Monday evening. He said wells No. 4, 8 and 10 were running at levels typically not seen until July. On top of that, Todd says his department is having problems with well No. 9. It’s been pumping well below capacity and, at times, is pumping sand. “And this is the second newest well owned by the city,” noted Todd. If his department can’t get the well to pumping at least 300 gallons per minute, Todd says they will likely need to look at purchasing another pump. Even with the sharp increase in water rates that went into effect last summer, usage remains high. The city’s restriction on outdoor watering - that imposes a ban from noon to 7:00 p.m. from May 1-Sept. 1 - only seemed to encourage people to increase the watering of their lawns prior to May 1, says Todd. On the other hand, he says the higher rates have prompted more calls to city hall from people wanting the city to check their lines for possible leaks. Todd said that water clerk Cathy Graff closely checks water accounts and when she sees an instance of abnormally high water usage she’ll contact the customer and his department to inform them of a possible leak. “Our water situation is serious,” said Todd. “I’m not sure everyone is convinced about how serious it is.” (See PRESSURE on page two)

percent pay cut in the upcoming year in addition to changes in their health insurance program that increase the deductible and eliminate a reimbursement benefit. It had been estimated that

both measures would save the district $300,000. In the board’s breakdown of cuts, the savings from those items was pegged at $225,000. That includes: •2% salary reduction for all employees: $105,713. •Increasing the health insurance deductible to $1,000: $70,000. (See USD 466 on page 10)

tight squeeze

Youngsters watch anxiously as a soft-boiled egg slowly slips through the neck of a bottle during the Scott City Elementary School’s third grade science fair on Monday evening. Waiting for the end result of the experiement are (from left) Aiden Schwindt, Lexi Schwindt and Samuel Shultz. More photos are on page 20. (Record Photo)

Curriculum intact despite budget cuts Budget cuts amounting to just over $700,000 will have minimal impact on the curriculum in USD 466 (Scott County) in the upcoming school year. In part, that’s possible because some personnel will take on additional responsibilities and because hours for other staff members are being reduced, but not eliminated.

The only curriculum and extracurricular positions that would appear to be eliminated at this time are debate, winter weights and one coaching position for football and softball. The debate position had been in limbo even before last week’s budget cuts were announced. Shairlyn Wasinger had informed the district

last October of her intention to resign from that position. Supt. Bill Wilson said there are no plans at this time to offer the class next fall. While the district has accepted early retirement from three staff members, their positions will continue to be covered. (See INTACT on page seven)

Suspect arrested in 18-year-old murder case Nearly 18 years after a Scott City man was murdered in Montana, a suspect has finally been arrested in North Dakota. Ironically, it was the same individual who was originally arrested and charged with the crime in 1996, but who was released after evidence linking him to the crime scene was thrown out by the court. “I don’t think he can get away this time,” says Robert

Rein, Scott City, about the accused murderer. Rein’s son, Bryan, was a 31-year-old veterinarian in Geraldine, Mont., when someone entered his mobile home on July 14, 1996, and killed him. Charged with the crime is Thomas Jaraczeski, 41, whose ex-girlfriend was dating Rein. It’s been a long and frustrating wait for Rein after it appeared that local law en-

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forcement botched the original investigation which allowed Jaraczeski to go free. However, the case was dismissed “without prejudice,” meaning charges could be filed again. When a new sheriff was elected to office following his son’s death, Rein contacted him and asked him what was being done to track down the person who committed the murder.

“He said he was going to keep me informed and that was the last I ever heard from him,” says Rein. Rein’s wife, Shirley, passed away last October, but she had long since thrown away newspaper clippings and other reminders of the incident. “Shirley had given up on anything being done. She was convinced they weren’t going to get anything done,” says Rein.

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Reopen Investigation However, Rein was encouraged when informed recently that the investigation hadn’t been dropped by the Montana Division of Criminal Investigation and that an arrest could be pending. Montana law enforcement hasn’t revealed what new information they have gathered which allowed them to arrest (See SUSPECT on page eight)

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Drought turns up the water spigot by 850,000 gallons at SC Complex When the Scott Recreation Commission set a goal of a 20 percent reduction in water usage for the year they weren’t expecting to be more than 850,000 gallons over last year’s usage by mid-April. Information presented to the Scott City Council on Monday evening showed that the Sports Complex had used 866,300 gallons of water during the March 10 to April 10 billing period, compared to just 11,000 gallons during the same time a year ago. While a couple of leaks were discovered in the water line - the first of those on April 27 - SRC Director Lauren Robinson says those aren’t believed to be major factors in the higher usage. She points the water system wasn’t turned on last year until March 17 and the area had received some moisture in early April which reduced the need to water the 9.2 acres of grass at the Complex. “We started watering earlier this year,” she says. “We’re in a drought. If we want the grass to stay green and not die out there’s a minimum amount of watering that we have to do.”

Even with the usage we had in April we still feel we can stay under our goal of 10 million gallons for the year. Lauren Robinson SRC director

Robinson says water usage is an issue that she and the SRC board take seriously. Last November, the board met with representatives from the city council and with local businesses who install sprinkler systems to determine what is adequate watering for the Complex. “We were told to put on an inch of water per week,” Robinson says. An inch of water requires 27,000 gallons, amounting to 248,000 gallons of water per week - or 993,600 gallons per month. “We had been watering twice a week but we’ve cut back to once a week. We’ve cut back 50 percent,” she says. “We’ll do that as long as the grass holds up, but we’re also coming into our high traffic season. There may be times when we have to water more in order for the grass to recover and if the drought continues.” Putting added stress

Pressure Long-Range Plan The council emphasized the need for a longrange plan that involves acquiring more water rights, upgrading current wells so they are capable of pumping more water and working with the largest users to encourage conservation. Councilman Perry Nowak and Josh Gooden, who are on the Water Committee, said they would like to see tests done on each well so the city can establish a baseline of water depth. Measurements would be taken at the end of the pumping season and in the winter to determine the annual drawdown. Gooden suggested the city begin putting money aside in the water account

on the fields at the Complex is the record number of teams and participants who have signed up for spring and summer activities. Robinson says the SRC did install a new water pump last summer and that may be putting more pressure on the lines, leading to possible leaks. “That’s something we’re checking into. Maybe we can do something to reduce water pressure,” she says. In addition, the SRC staff has asked the city to read meters on Friday and again on Monday, after they have completed a watering cycle at the Complex. This will provide better data regarding water usage and if it can be reduced. Robinson points out the demand for water at the SRC doesn’t end when summer ball seasons are over. “We can’t just shut off the water because a lot of our programs have ended. We have to keep watering throughout the fall or we’re going to have big problems the next spring.” During Monday’s meeting, Councilman Bo Parkinson said the SRC is “unique” regarding the

amount of water it needs and the rate hikes by the city that it can absorb. “They can’t pass along the rate hikes the way that commercial users can,” Parkinson said. “There’s only so much that they can charge kids to be in their programs. It’s going to reach a point where families can’t afford to participate and we don’t want that.” Robinson says that if it were to double its participation fees for all events held at the Complex it would generate about $17,000. If the SRC reaches its goal of reducing water usage this year by two million gallons it will still pay about $25,000 more in water fees. The council did agree to give the SRC a break on its water rate. Under the city’s rate structure, the cost per thousand gallons is $3.72 for usage between 60,000 and 80,000 gallons per month; increasing to $5.44 per thousand for anything over 80,000 gallons. The SRC will be charged a flat fee of $3.72 per thousand for any usage above 60,000 gallons. Robinson said that despite the sharp increase in usage to start the year

she is optimistic that the department can achieve its goal of reducing consumption by 20 percent. “Even with the usage we had in April we still feel we can stay under our goal of 10 million gallons for the year,” says Robinson.

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to purchase additional water rights. “I don’t know that (water) rates are our biggest problem,” said Mayor Dan Goodman. “We need to know where we are with respect to availability and plan for the future.” Nowak said that water rates should reflect the cost of upgrading the system and other costs, such as acquiring more rights. Council members discussed setting up a meeting with some of the largest commercial water users to see what can be done to reduce consumption. Councilman Bo Parkinson says there are some water customers in the city who “feel they are entitled to use however much water they are willing to pay

for.” He said that type of thinking needs to change. Councilman Everett Green said he would like to see the city look at hiring someone with an engineering background to look at the city water system to see if it’s as efficient as it should be

and where improvements might be made. “It seems like we’re always in reaction mode,” says Green. “That may be, but we’re still ahead of the curve,” replied Mayor Goodman. “Barely,” added Nowak.

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The Scott County Record

Community Living

Page 3 - Thursday, May 8, 2014

Take steps now so you can age youthfully The process of aging is something that we all hope to go through, not because we want to age, but because we want to live and enjoy our lives more fully. But, aging doesn’t have to mean growing old; many of us want to age with our health, mobility and cogitation intact. But to grow older youthfully, we must begin to take care of ourselves today, no matter what age we are. Begin with eating a balanced diet. Eat lots of fruits, grains, vegetables and fiber. Stay away from high fat and low nutrient

food items. Drink lots of water. Make your food choices wisely, including a wide variety of foods of different colors. Become physically active if you are not already. Thirty minutes of physical activity per day in necessary for strength and balance. Increase your workout

as you become stronger. Be sure to see your doctor regularly and educate yourself on any health care issues that you might have. Don’t smoke and quit if you do. Encourage those around you to quit as well. Avoid second-hand smoke. Be street smart and use common sense when traveling. Always wear your seat belt, even in town. Wear a bike helmet if you go biking. Watch where you are walking and avoid uneven surfaces. Find a friend to walk with, people are safer in

groups.

Be House Smart Purchase a smoke and carbon monoxide detector for your home. Keep your doors locked when not at home and at night. Keep your home well lit and dispose of any extra clutter that might be lying around. Toss out the throw rugs. Throw rugs and indoor pets are the two main reasons for falls in the home. Use medicines wisely. Follow all medication directions and ask your pharmacist or doctor about side effects.

Beta Sigma Phi hosts Founder’s Day brunch

Members of the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority observed Founder’s Day with a brunch at The Broiler on April 26. Annabelle McDaniel, president of Preceptor Beta Tau Sorority, welcomed guests from XI Delta Kappa Sorority. Jean Rowton presented a resume of Preceptor Beta Tau and announced officers for the coming year. They are: Annabell McDaniel, president; Dorothy Kasten, vice-

The April 10 meeting of Alpha Omega Sorority was called to order at the home of Kate Macy. Roll call was answered by, “What is your favorite spring flower?” There were 13 members present. Communications included “thank yous” to Edith Tarango, Penny Andrasek and Galen Stephens; Heartsprings - tree house therapy; St. Judes Make-A-Wish; Scott County Health Department; Easter Seals; Busy Beavers Preschool; City On A Hill; and Spirit of the Plains CASA. The four-ball tournament golf tournament at the Scott Community Golf Club is July 19.

Kristi Conine stepped down from the Whimmydiddle chair. Tammy Wackerla will join Barb Summers as the co-chair. The new slate of officers was presented. It includes Diana Burr, president; Nora Burnett, first vice president; Tammy Wackerla and Barb Summers, second vice presidents; Kate Macy, secretary; and Suzanne Beaver, treasurer. Members carefully reviewed applications for scholarships and selected 10 high school seniors and one college student to be this year’s recipients. The winners were announced during the Scott Community High School Senior Night on May 7.

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Check out all opportunities and business prospects that you are not familiar with the Better Business Bureau. Keep your memory sharp. Be social and stay in touch with family and friends. Activities keep your mind sharp. Challenge yourself often by learning a new task. Volunteer at the local school, hospital or for another organization. For more information, please contact the Extension office or the National Institute of Aging at www. Nia.nih.gov/

Moonshiners at Park Lane

“The Moonshiners” will be entertaining at Park Lane Nursing Home, Scott City, on Thurs., May 15, 6:00 p.m., in the old dining room. Everyone is invited to attend. Refreshments will be served.

president; Jean Rowton, recording secretary; and Jean Rowton, treasurer. The “Golden Circle” certificate (50 -year membership) was presented to Mae Hillery, Dorothy Kasten and Jean Rowton. Those present were Mary Iseminger, Dorothy Kasten, Annabelle McDaniel, Betty Schmidt, Mae Hillery, Jean Rowton, Joy Barton, Marcia Chyba, Delinda Dunagan and Marilyn Dryer.

Alpha Omega Sorority awards 11 scholarships

Keep a list of medications that you take and keep them in your wallet. Enjoy the outdoors, but take precautions by using sunscreen and wearing a hat. Don’t go out in extreme heat unless you have to and drink plenty of fluids if you do. Know where you are financially and always take care of business on time. Plan for the future, it is still important to save, even in retirement. Watch for scams. Don’t lose all that you have worked for all your life for a deal that is too good to be true.

Jenna Crook and Cody Amack

Couple plans Aug. 23 wedding

Lloyd and Karen Crook, Easton, Ks., announce the engagement of their daughter, Jenna Lee, to Cody Alan Amack, son of J.C. and Susan Amack, Scott City. The future bride is a 2012 graduate of Pittsburg State University with a bachelor’s degree in therapeutic recreation. She is currently employed

as a patient care assistant at the Hutchinson Clinic. The prospective groom is a 2009 graduate of Hutchinson Vocational College with a degree in the auto body program. He is currently employed at Jeremy’s Paint and Body Shop, Sterling, where he does custom paint work. The couple is planning an Aug. 23 wedding in Leavenworth.


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Editorial/Opinion

Page 4 - Thursday, May 8, 2014

editorially speaking

Water crisis:

Higher usage puts added emphasis on conservation

Scott City’s water use figures that were announced at Monday’s council meeting should be alarming. After just four months, usage is seven million gallons greater than a year ago and we haven’t even entered the heat of the summer. With some city wells pumping at levels not normally seen until mid-July, and with declining output from other wells, the city is facing a serious water situation that will only get worse. We credit the council for tackling the dual issues of water quantity and quality. However, it’s becoming apparent that more needs to be done in an effort to either gain additional water rights or get more production from existing rights. And, of course, this must accompany an increased emphasis on conservation. We all share responsibility in working toward a solution. Mayor Dan Goodman noted that, “At least we’re ahead of the game,” to which Councilman Perry Nowak replied, “Barely.” Barely may be an optimistic assessment.

Up in smoke:

Legislature stealing from youth to cover fiscal folly

When Kansas was promised hundreds of millions of dollars as part of the multi-state, multibillion dollar settlement with tobacco companies in 1999, one should have suspected that good intentions would eventually be overtaken by human nature. The original goal was for the settlement money to be earmarked for programs that benefit youth from anti-tobacco efforts to Parents as Teachers. While a majority of funding has gone where it was intended, a significant amount of money has been redirected by Kansas lawmakers who see this annual windfall as a means of plugging holes in the budget. In nine of the past 13 years, lawmakers have moved almost $147 million out of the Kansas Endowment for Youth (KEY) Fund and into the state general fund. The endowment was initially founded with the intent of banking settlement revenue excess so that the cabinet’s programs could ultimately be funded on interest alone and thereby continue after the tobacco money runs out. That would have made good sense, allowing this settlement to benefit our youth for many years to come. However, that’s not happening and, in all likelihood, it will never happen. Legislators have raided the revenues so frequently over the years that the endowment has essentially been drained and all of the programs are funded by year-to-year settlement payments. Shannon Cotsoradis, chief executive at Kansas Action for Children, understands there are times when the budget can feel unusual economic stress, such as during the Great Recession. Under those circumstances, having money “swept” from the tobacco fund into other parts of the budget, she acknowledges, is “inevitable.” “But that’s not what’s happening here. The governor is sweeping money that’s meant for children to pay for last year’s income tax break that we can’t afford. This is a mess of our own making. Kids shouldn’t have to pay for this,” she says. In 2013, for example, the Brownback Administration transferred $9.5 million from the tobacco fund into the state’s general fund. In a last minute budget deal prior to closing the 2014 legislative session, lawmakers transferred $5 million earmarked for early childhood programs to the Kansas Bioscience Authority (KBA). The latest transfer was done without any debate. “It was a done deal in 20 seconds,” observed April Holman, policy director with Kansas Action for Children. This theft has limited the ability of those who manage the tobacco fund from implementing programs as effectively as they would like. When the agreement was signed in 1998, 21 percent of Kansas adults were smokers. Today, the rate is 19.4 percent, and public health advocates say that is because so much of the money from the settlement has been redirected by lawmakers. The same is true of money which should be going to children’s programs. The tobacco settlement has been a means to patch holes in the budget and to cover up for disastrous tax policies at the state level. Stealing money from programs that target young people, however, is actually good policy because that’s a constituency which can’t vote. And by the time they can, the lawmakers responsible for misappropriating tobacco funds will be long gone.

Benefits of Medicaid expansion

If Kansas had the opportunity to attract an industry which would pump hundreds of millions of dollars into the economy and create thousands of jobs we’d leap at the chance. We’ve cut corporate tax rates, income tax rates and offered other tax incentives with the hope of doing just that. Kansas has the opportunity to do just that without providing a single tax break and Gov. Brownback and his right-wing colleagues in the legislature refuse to do so because of a single word Obamacare. Yes, the idea of expanding Medicaid coverage to an estimated 40,000 Kansans won’t happen because Republicans would rather walk off a fiscal cliff and take the state’s health care industry with them rather than accept Obamacare in any form. So far, this partisan decision has cost hospitals in the state nearly $110 million since the first of the year - and counting according to a “ticker” on the Kansas Association of

Hospital’s website which tracks how much federal money the state has not received because of its refusal to expand Medicaid. These are the same lawmakers who will do handsprings across a bed of hot coals in order to make the Keystone XL pipeline a reality even though, when completed, it will be responsible for adding just 20 full-time jobs to the workforce nationwide. We’re willing to risk environmental harm, put our groundwater at risk and allow the flow of millions of barrels of Canadian sludge - which we have no clue how to clean up when the inevitable spill does occur - all for the sake of putting 20 people to work once the pipeline is complete. But we can’t boost the economy for hundreds of hospitals and communities in Kansas by giving

them access to hundreds of millions of Medicaid dollars. There must be some economic logic hidden in that decision, but we can’t find it. We’re willing to bet there isn’t a Republican in the legislature who can explain it either. Unfortunately they don’t have to. All they have to do is go back to their constituents and utter the words “Obamacare” and constituents are ready to re-elect them to another term while the Koch brothers are writing campaign checks. It’s a sweet gig provided you’re not one of those who don’t qualify for Medicaid expansion and as long as you don’t care that Kansas hospitals are having to bite the financial bullet which, by the way, they will have to pass along to their patients or local taxpayers. It’s unavoidable. Randy Peterson, president and chief executive of Stormont-Vail HealthCare in Topeka, said not expanding Medicaid eligibility to more low-income adults is largely respon-

sible for a $10 million annual gap in his budget. As compelling as the financial aspect of Medicaid expansion should be to fiscally-conscious Republicans, there’s another, even more compelling, argument to consider. Medicaid expansion will save lives. Nearly 80,000 uninsured Kansans will fall into the “Medicaid gap” because, in addition to being ineligible for Medicaid, they earn too little to qualify for federal subsidies to help them purchase private coverage. By expanding Medicaid coverage to these Kansans, a report from the University of Kansas has projected that more than 11,800 Kansans would have access to smoking prevention services and more than 4,300 people could obtain colorectal cancer screenings. In addition, more than 20,000 women who otherwise might not receive screenings for breast and cervical cancer would have access to them if covered by Medicaid. (See MEDICAID on page six)

GOP’s Benghazi show trial

Rep. Trey Gowdy, the tea party Republican tapped to lead the new committee investigating the 2012 Benghazi attacks, made a telling slip Wednesday morning in describing his mission. Asked by MSNBC’s Joe Scarborough about the possibility that his panel’s work would continue into the 2016 election campaign, Gowdy replied that “if an administration is slow-walking document production, I can’t end a trial simply because the defense won’t cooperate.” A trial? And the Obama administration is the defense? So much for that “serious investigation” House Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio) promised; his new chairman intends to play prosecutor, proving the administration’s guilt to the jury - in this case, the public. As a legal matter,

Where to Write

another view by Dana Milbank

Gowdy, a volcanic former prosecutor, is on shaky ground declaring his committee a court and his investigation a trial. But his honesty is refreshing, and it confirms what seemed implicit in Boehner’s selection of the second-term South Carolinian to head the panel over more experienced and less combative colleagues. In a broader sense, Gowdy’s rapid ascent in the party fits closely with what House Republicans are doing in this midterm election year: abandoning any pretense of legislating in favor of unremitting hostilities with the White House. Gowdy, who deploys courtroom theatrics on the

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House floor and in committee hearings, often wears his gray hair long and slicked back and has gained attention for wildeyed, high-volume bursts of pious indignation. The rise of another Southern white male to the top of the GOP probably won’t improve its demographic difficulties, but Gowdy’s climb is a key example of how the Republican Party has blunted the tea party threat in large part by co-opting the movement. On Wednesday, the GOP was celebrating victories Tuesday night by establishment candidates in primaries in North Carolina and elsewhere; Boehner resoundingly defeated a primary challenge on a night that was kind to incumbents. But much of this recovery of the Republican establishment comes from

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establishment figures talking and acting like rightwing insurgents - particularly in their zeal to expose wrongdoing in the Obama administration. GOP leaders are apparently aware that their Gowdy new look could be problematic. Republican House leaders emerging from a closed-door caucus meeting declared to the TV cameras that they were all about creating jobs - omitting from their opening statements any mention of their investigatory obsession. “I hosted my fifth-annual jobs fair,” began Rep. Lynn Jenkins (R-Ks.). “Today I wanted to talk more about jobs,” announced Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-Wash.). Boehner asserted that there are “nearly 40 progrowth jobs bills” in the (See TRIAL on page six)

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Super-rich should pay super taxes

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Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) said, “It’s really American to avoid paying taxes, legally . . . It’s a game we play . . . I see nothing wrong with playing the game because we set it up to be a game.” It’s not a game for Americans who need jobs and education and public transportation and infrastructure repair. But public services continue to be cut, while the wealthiest Americans benefit the most from a government they say they don’t want. They need government, but they don’t want to pay for it. Here are some reasons why the super-rich should be paying a lot more in taxes. 1) $2 of every $5 owned today was created in the last five years and went mostly to the richest 10% - mostly untaxed. And most of it was accumulated passively, and unproductively, by just waiting out the stock market. As America’s wealth increased from $47 trillion to an incredible $80.66 trillion in just five years, the richest one percent are estimated to have added an average of $5 million each to their fortunes. They pay no wealth tax, they can

behind the headlines by Paul Buchheit

defer their income taxes, and they pay a reduced capital gains tax when they decide to cash in. * * * 2) A beggar saving for a hamburger will pay more sales tax than the entire financial trading industry. There is no sales tax on financial transactions, no matter how speculative, and despite the fact that total trading value is many times more than the world economy. Derivatives trading was a major factor in the economic crash that depleted middle-class homeowner wealth in 2008. The trading volume on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange reached $1 quadrillion in notional value in 2012 (that’s a thousand trillion). Yet no sales tax is paid. * * * 3) It’s not possible for a financial person to be worth 100,000 teachers or firefighters. Defenders of excessive incomes use

the “meritocracy” argument. But based on merit, some of the biggest moneymakers may be among the least worthy of us. Consider hedge fund managers who profit from shortages of homes and food, pay a smaller percentage in taxes than people making thousands of times less, and have the opportunity to defer all of their taxes. Or super-wealthy stock owners, like Mark Zuckerberg or Bill Gates or the Koch brothers, who take more from society than they give, yet can make up to $10 billion in one year - enough to pay the salaries of a quarter of a million medical technicians, and all of which can be tax-deferred indefinitely. * * * 4) Corporations make billions by appropriating public research and federal assets. Google’s business is based on the Internet, which started as the Defense Department’s ARPANET; the National Science Foundation funded the Digital Library Initiative research at Stanford University that was adopted as the Google model; and Google Maps came (See SUPER on page six)

Congress needs a permanent vacation by Jim Hightower

They’re back. They’re rested. They’re ready! Our Congress critters, that is. They’ve returned to their workplace after enjoying a badly-needed, two week, Easter vacation. After all, it had been a full four weeks since their last vacation in March, and meanwhile they’d been doing a lot of heavy lifting. You know - passing a jobs bill, raising the minimum wage and extending longterm unemployment benefits for millions of desperate folks who’ve been unable to find jobs. Yessiree, our legislative leaders have been working like mules to strengthen America’s hard-hit middle class.

Oh, wait. My mistake - they haven’t passed any of that stuff. In fact, the GOP House, along with Republicans in the Senate, have been working overtime to kill any bills to lift up America’s workaday families. Still, as you might imagine, killing bills can plumb tucker you out, so those lawmakers (or, in this case, law killers) undoubtedly needed a break. Sure enough, now that they’re back at the Congressional grindstone, they seem full of pep, ready to say “no” again and again. Only a week after returning, for example, Senate GOP leader Mitch McConnell rose up on his hind legs, mustered a burst of negative energy, and zapped dead a Democratic proposal to

hike America’s minimum wage. As a result of Mitch’s legislative labor of love, millions of hard-working people will remain stuck in poverty-wage jobs for the foreseeable future. Who benefits from such a Dickensian effort? McDonald’s, Domino’s Pizza, Taco Bell, and other multibillion-dollar giants that profit by holding down their own workers. The widening chasm of income inequality in our “Land of Opportunity” is no accident - it exists and grows worse by political design. Americans would be better off if those designing lawmakers just stayed on vacation. Jim Hightower is a national radio commentator, writer, public speaker and author

Enduring benefits of vaccinations

Recently I wrote about a type of scientific denialism - often practiced by religious people - that cheats children out of the wonders of modern cosmology and encourages unnecessary religious doubt. But there is another sort of scientific skepticism - often displayed by affluent and educated parents - that withholds routine childhood vaccinations and encourages unnecessary disease. These should be kept in proportion. The belief that human beings walked with dinosaurs is wrong. The belief that vaccinations cause autism or brain damage is wrong and dangerous. In the latter case (as in the former), the scientific argument is not merely lopsided but single-sided. Like any medicine, vaccines have a very small risk of serious side effects, which doctors are trained to identify. But the association of the measles vaccination with autism has been entirely discredited. Childhood vaccinations do not involve dangerous levels

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of toxins and do not compromise the immune system. And vaccinations prevent a range of diseases - chickenpox, diphtheria, measles, mumps, pertussis, polio, rotavirus, rubella, tetanus - that used to routinely hospitalize, disable or kill children. In most health matters, defying medical authority mainly has individual consequences. Those who believe that cancer can be treated with coffee enemas are only killing themselves. But communicable diseases are different. Some people can’t be immunized for medical reasons, or their protective response to a vaccine is weak. They depend on the immunity of others to avoid infection. Immunization rates north of 90 percent are usually required to protect the whole herd. This means that if even a small por-

tion of the herd refuses vaccination, the risks rise for everyone. The United States generally has rates of immunization in the high 80s or low 90s. In some places, however, the rate dips lower, making it easier for an infected traveler (for example) to cause an outbreak. Recent examples can be found in Orange County, Calif., and New York City. The problem is even worse in Britain (where the immunization rate for measles is only about 80 percent) and in other parts of Europe. Those who resist vaccination are a varied group. The parents of autistic children seek and deserve an explanation. Unfortunately, vaccination is not the answer. Other “non-conformists” are a subset of home-schoolers, distrustful of government mandates and intent on the right to keep and bear viruses. A larger number of resisters are committed to an organic, chemical-free, natural lifestyle. This is attractive, ex(See VACCINES on page six)

Ryan’s culture attack is an excuse to do nothing by Eugene Robinson

Blaming poverty on the mysterious influence of “culture” is a convenient excuse for doing nothing to address the problem. That’s the real issue with what Rep. Paul Ryan (R-Wis.) said about distressed inner-city communities. Critics who accuse him of racism are missing the point. What he’s really guilty of is providing a reason for government to throw up its hands in mock helplessness. The fundamental problem that poor people have, whether they live in decaying urban neighborhoods or depressed Appalachian valleys or small towns of the Deep South, is not enough money. Alleviating stubborn poverty is difficult and expensive. Direct government aid - money, food stamps, Medicaid, housing assistance and the like - is not enough. Poor people need employment that offers a brighter future for themselves and their children. Which means they need job skills. Which means they need education. Which means they need good schools and safe streets. The list of needs is dauntingly long, and it’s hard to know where to start - or where the money for all the needed interventions will come from. It’s much easier to say that culture is ultimately to blame. But since there’s no step-by-step procedure for changing a culture, we end up not doing anything. This is what Ryan said in a radio interview: “We have got this tailspin of culture, in our inner cities in particular, of men not working and just generations of men not even thinking about working or learning the value and the culture of work, and so there is a real culture problem here that has to be dealt with.” What exactly does he mean by culture? In the context of “our inner cities,” Ryan can’t be talking about rap music and baggy pants. If so, he ought to visit any high school in any affluent suburb, where he will find kids listening to the same music and wearing the same clothes - kids who will grow up to be doctors and lawyers. Is he talking about the breakdown of family structure? To me, that’s looking suspiciously more like effect than cause. As President Obama has noted, the rise in out-of-wedlock births and single-parent households seen years ago among African Americans is now being seen among whites, especially in communities hit hard by economic dislocation. Ryan surely can’t be talking about the use of illegal drugs, since most surveys indicate that young blacks and Hispanics are no more likely to be drug users than are young whites. Ryan refers specifically to “the value and the culture of work,” and he may be onto something - almost. His description of “just generations of men not even thinking about working” is ridiculous. That would be like demanding to know what cultural shortcoming keeps me from spending time thinking about sailing my mega yacht to my private island. In depressed urban and rural communities, there is an acute shortage of meaningful work. There was a time when young men who didn’t plan to go to college could anticipate finding blue-collar work at “the plant” nearby - maybe a steel mill, maybe an assembly line. There they could have job security, enough income to keep a roof over a family’s head, a pension when they retired. Their children, who would go to college, could expect lives of greater accomplishment and affluence. This was how the “culture of work” functioned. How is it supposed to happen without work? Confronting the devastation suffered by what used to be workingclass communities is hard; adjusting to post-globalization economic realities is harder. (See CULTURE on page six)


Vaccines cept in the case of diseases in which the “natural” state - through most of history and still in much of the world - has been massive infant and child suffering and death. The ability to opt out of vaccinations (other than for diagnosed medical problems) is often miscast as a matter of parental choice, leading to a proliferation of state exemp-

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tions for vague religious and philosophic reasons. What could be wrong with choice? A lot, when you are choosing to endanger your neighbors. Vaccination - in a littleused but useful term - is a social responsibility. It is a duty we owe each other as members of a community. Opting out should be difficult and burdensome. And there is no parental right to send a purposely

After 200 years, separation of church and state no big deal by Andy Borowitz

WASHINGTON (The Borowitz Report) - In what legal experts are calling a landmark decision, on Monday the United States Supreme Court struck down what many believe to be the main reason the country was started. By a 5-4 vote, the Court eliminated what grade-school children have traditionally been taught was one of the key rationales for founding the United States in the first place. “The separation of church and state has been a cornerstone of American democracy for over two hundred years,” said Justice Samuel Alito, writing for the majority. “Getting rid of it was long overdue.” Calling the decision “historic,” Justice Antonin Scalia was guarded in predicting what the Court might accomplish next. “Last year, we gutted the Voting Rights Act, and today we did the First Amendment,” he said. “We’ll just have to see what’s left.” Andy Borowitz is a comedian and author

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from the massive geographical database of the U.S. Census Bureau. Pfizer has thrived on government largesse, relying on basic research performed at the National Institute of Health. The company is also starting to profit from the Human Genome Project, which by one estimate will generate economic activity of about $140 for every dollar spent. Just as our public research has been misappropriated, so has our land. The recent episode with freeloading Cliven Bundy highlighted the takeaway from the public, the sense of entitlement among the rich, and the disdain for a government that is supposed to protect the common good. Yet instead of defending the commons, our government leaders see it as a means of profit. Paul Ryan’s Path to Prosperity proposed to sell millions of acres of “unneeded federal land.” Rep. Cliff Stearns even recommended that we “sell off some of our national parks.” * * * 5) The great majority of tax breaks go to the rich Most of the annual $1.3 trillion in “tax expenditures” (tax subsidies from special deductions, exemptions, exclusions, credits, and loopholes) goes to the top quintile of taxpayers. One estimate of total tax breaks is a nearly incomprehensible $900 billion a year. For those who believe that the wealthiest Americans already pay most of the taxes, they couldn’t be more wrong. Lower-income earners pay a much higher percentage in combined state and local income, property, sales and excise taxes. When all taxes are considered, middle-income and upper-middle-income earners pay about as much as the richest one percent. * * * Paul Ryan’s great-grandfather started a construction firm, still in operation today, which in the 1950s received government contracts to help build the Interstate highway system. Ryan attended a public high school and a public university. Part of his tuition was paid with Social Security survivor benefits. His mother, whom he refers to as his “role model,” rode public transportation every day to earn a degree at the University of Wisconsin, a public university. We’re all dependent on the government services that we too easily take for granted. The wealthiest Americans receive the greatest benefits, but they insult the rest of us by treating their tax responsibility like a game. Paul Buchheit is a college teacher and the editor and main author of “American Wars: Illusions and Realities.” He can be reached at paul@UsAgainstGreed.org

unvaccinated child to public school, exposing other children to unnecessary risk. Resistance to immunization is not new. In the late 1700s, some believed that the smallpox vaccine could turn people into cows. Today, however, there would be 1,000 websites alleging a sinister connection between Big Pharma and Big Dairy.

The problem of vaccine denialism is closely tied to the problem of information and authority in the digital age. People prone to skepticism can cover themselves with layers of pseudo-science and conspiracy theories that thicken and harden like paper mache. On medical issues, the United States needs not more sources of questionable information but more

Medicaid For Kansas lawmakers who have a hard time grasping what this KU report is saying because they can’t see past the Koch signature at the bottom of their campaign check, we’ll try to make it clear . . . Medicaid expansion will reduce medical costs because people can be diagnosed with cancer earlier or they might even be able to avoid cancer altogether because of prevention measures.

Trial Senate passed by the House, while Majority Leader Eric Cantor (R-Va.) said the House will “take up a big jobs bill,” extending the research-and-development tax credit. But their actions on the House floor told quite a different story. On Wednesday afternoon, House Republicans took up legislation holding former IRS official Lois Lerner in contempt of Congress (Gowdy’s objection to Lerner refusing to testify in committee had set this in motion), and a second bill calling on Attorney General Eric Holder to appoint a special counsel to look into

Culture Say the word culture and you sound erudite and concerned, especially if you drop the name of the Harvard scholar Samuel Huntington, who described world affairs as a clash of civilizations with different cultural values. My problem is that when you identify something so amorphous as culture as the fundamental issue, you excuse yourself for not proposing concrete

trust in knowledgeable authority. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the American Academy of Pediatrics and your local pediatrician are not lying about immunization. Many websites are. The seriousness of this discussion must somehow reflect the seriousness of the stakes. Vaccine denialism is not the equivalent of advocating for diaper-

free children or sleeping in the family bed. During the lifetimes of American children born from 1994 to 2013, according to the CDC, childhood vaccinations will prevent an estimated 21 million hospitalizations and 732,000 deaths. This is miraculous but not natural. Michael Gerson is a columnist for The Washington Post

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That should appeal to the fiscal side of the Republican brain. There’s another aspect which should appeal to anyone with a heart . . . which, again, rules out most GOP lawmakers. It will save lives. Granted, we’re not talking about the lives of Republican campaign donors. After all, we’re talking about opening up health care eligibility for adults (with a family of four) earning between

$7,770 to $32,500 annually. These aren’t the people who attract the attention of lawmakers in Topeka or Washington, D.C. It’s easy for lawmakers to let these people slide through the cracks while riding their anti-Obamacare bandwagon through the streets. That’s unfortunate because, at a time when the state’s tax policy is creating a huge budget gap and is costing Kansas tens of millions of dollars,

Obamacare could provide a much-needed life line. Gov. Brownback and fellow Republicans have a unique opportunity to do the right thing fiscally and morally. The problem is that they are weighing those benefits against blind ideology and political ambition. You can guess which will win every time . . . and who loses. Rod Haxton can be reached at editor@screcord.com

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the IRS. On Thursday, the House plans to debate a measure to create Gowdy’s committee. Those 40 jobs bills Boehner was talking about are a bunch of tax breaks and deregulation measures (“Farm Dust Regulation Prevention Act”) that can only be called “jobs” bills under the most elastic definition. And the R&D legislation, which violates Republicans’ budget, is necessary only because GOP leaders have rejected taking action this year on an overhaul of the tax code. Reporters didn’t take the jobs bait; most ques-

tions were about the scandal agenda, including the Gowdy committee. “This is all about getting to the truth,” Boehner asserted. “It’s not going to be a circus. This is a serious investigation.” To demonstrate the seriousness, the National Republican Congressional Committee, under the control of House Republican leaders, started a fundraising campaign Wednesday urging donors to become “Benghazi watchdogs” along with “Chief Benghazi Watchdog Congressman Trey Gowdy.” “House Republicans will make sure that no one will get away from

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solutions. As you might have gathered, I’m suspicious of the cultural hypothesis as a way to explain who succeeds and who doesn’t. I believe outcomes mostly depend on opportunities and that people are much less likely to engage in self-destructive behavior if they see opportunities that make sense to them. If we had universal prekindergarten that fed all children into high-quality

schools, if we had affordable higher education, if we incentivized industry to invest in troubled communities - if people had options for which they were prepared - culture would take care of itself. But all of that is expensive. Hot air, as Paul Ryan knows, is cheap. Eugene Robinson is a Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist and former assistant managing editor for The Washington Post

Gowdy and the Select Committee,” it said, adding, “Help fight liberals by donating today.” Gowdy disagreed with that approach in his MSNBC interview, saying, “I have never sought to raise a single penny on the backs of four murdered Americans.” It emerged later in the day that Gowdy had, in fact, spoken about Benghazi at a fundraiser. But perhaps he should be forgiven this memory lapse. As chief prosecutor in the show trial of the president, he has a lot on his mind. Dana Milbank is a Washington Post staff writer and author


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Scott Community High School FACS instructor Carolyn Hunter, who accepted early retirement, will continue to teach four class periods of home economics. She will be retained at 6/10 of her original salary with a portion of that paid through a vocational/ag fund through the state. The Scott City Middle School and Scott City Elementary School counselor position, which had been filled by Linn Collins, will now be covered by SCHS counselor Anissa Wilkinson. “Anissa will maintain her office at the high school, but she understands there will be more responsibility in covering the elementary and middle schools,” says Supt. Bill Wilson. He acknowledges this could be a minor setback in the district’s efforts to address needs with youngsters at an earlier age.

“Linn had established a greater presence at the elementary school this year. It was a proactive approach to build relationships with those students before they get to middle school,” says Wilson. The technology program at SCMS, which had been taught by Jon Lippelmann, will now become one of several duties picked up by Alan Graham. The social studies department is being reduced to two teachers as is being done with the core classes at SCMS. Rather than transfer to the high school, Graham opted to give up social studies at SCMS and will now be responsible for current events, keyboarding and technology. According to Wilson, Graham will be working with SCHS business instructor Kevin Reese to determine what keyboarding and computer skills

students are needing be- enth grade English. SCHS fore entering high school. English instructors Deena Eaton and Cindy Geist English, At-Risk Changes will each teach seventh There will also be only and eighth grade English two English positions for classes at SCMS in addiseventh and eighth grad- tion to their high school ers at SCMS. That is part schedule. “The challenge will be of a move initiated before scheduling,” says Wilson. the budget cuts were an“We aren’t going to have nounced that will have two teachers for each of teachers traveling bethe core subjects in the tween the buildings several times a day. That’s not seventh and eighth grades. practical.” Jenny O’Neil is currently the eighth grade SCES Classes English teacher and GayThe retirement of first le Irwin teaches seventh grade teacher Theresa grade. However, the board Thompson and the reshas approved reassigning ignation of third grade O’Neil to the newly cre- teacher Gina Ramsey will ated at-risk teaching posi- not affect the number of tion at SCMS. classes at each grade level “This will allow us to for the 2014-15 school provide a more intensive, year. comprehensive and effecThere are currently four tive approach to working classes in grades K-2 and, with at-risk students than because of increased enwe’ve been able to do in rollment, there were plans the past,” Wilson says. to add a fourth teacher at Irwin will split time the third grade level next teaching sixth and sev- year. Thompson’s position

will be filled, maintaining four classes in the first grade. Plans for a fourth teacher in the third grade are on hold. There were 70 students to start the school year in the second grade, which will put 23-24 students in each class. “If we can hold our class sizes to that level it will be okay. Ideally, it’s not what we want, but we can get by,” says Wilson. “We don’t want to go over 25 (students per class) if we can avoid it.” Other Changes •The duties of SCMS activities director will be picked up by other staff members. While details haven’t been finalized, it’s possible that some du-

ties will be picked up by SCHS AD Randy Huck and others by SCMS Principal Jim Howard. •Forensics will no longer be offered on the schedule as a class, but will instead be an afterschool activity. Transportation will still be provided by the district to competition just as with other extracurricular activities offered by the district. •Joel Edwards (5-6 grade vocal music) will have his classroom time reduced. The goal, says Wilson, is a position compensated at .53% of fulltime. •SCMS FACS instructor Linda Helmers has been cut from a 7/8 position to half-time.

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raczeski’s high school and college girlfriend after she broke up with Jaraczeski the previous month. Rein lived in a trailer on a farm near the Jaraczeski family farm, according to court papers. In spring and summer of 1996, several witnesses said Jaraczeski would regularly call his ex and hang up, call Rein and hang up, and drive by bars looking for the couple. Jaraczeski also had shown up at Rein’s trailer east of Geraldine and asked to use the phone at least once. Other witnesses reported seeing headlights in the driveway and strange vehicles driving past slowly. On July 12, 1996, Jaraczeski’s ex-girlfriend called Rein and was surprised to find him home, believing he would be away at a conference until the following day. The two talked for about 25 minutes, but she told police the conversation came to an abrupt end. She said “goodbye” to Rein, but heard the phone disconnect before Rein could say “goodbye.” A friend who was with the girlfriend also confirmed the phone conversation ended abruptly. A neighbor who lived about a mile from the Rein trailer recalled hearing what he believed were two shots being fired at about dusk on July 12. He also recalled seeing an unidentified male driving an ATV that matched the description of one owned by Jaraczeski. Rein rented his trailer and the property owner came by July 14, 1996, finding him dead on the kitchen floor with a .357 Magnum near his hand.

Rein had two gunshot wounds to his right arm and one to the chest. His body showed signs of a struggle, including a swollen eye and a ripped shirt. The trailer had blood spattered from the back door of Rein’s trailer to the kitchen, court papers say. Jaraczeski injured his back on July 12, the last night anyone heard from Rein. He told doctors he had fallen from the back of his truck that evening. In an interview with the Montana Division of Criminal Investigation, Jaraczeski said he’d been to the Rein trailer only once and had never been inside. He admitted that he had called Rein on the night of the murder but said he stayed home the rest of the evening. In a later interview, he said he had been inside the trailer once but that it was only to see whether his ex-girlfriend was there. In yet another interview, he said he had been inside, that he might have touched the telephone and that “there was a possibility” that he’d touched some cartridges on the table. “Investigators were not able to locate a single witness who could confirm the defendant’s whereabouts from the early evening of July 12, 1996, to the morning of July 13, 1996,” the affidavit said. Jaraczeski originally was charged in 1998, but the case never went to trial. A judge ruled that bloodhound evidence placing him near a windbreak near Rein’s trailer was not admissible, causing former Montana Attorney General John Connor to drop the case.

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Midwest gave birth to more than one ‘wild west’ showman

Most everyone is familiar with Buffalo Bill Cody’s famous wild west show that traveled throughout the country and even overseas in the late 1800s and the early 1900s. While the most famous, it was certainly not the only show. “Buffalo Bill was always the most popular entertainer,” Jane Rhoads told those attending the Scott County Historical Society annual meeting on April 27. “But there were a lot of imitations that weren’t as good and some that were equally as entertaining.” After gaining fame as the subject of numerous dime novels, Bill Cody appeared in a number of plays during a 10 year period in which he portrayed his role as a scout for the U.S. Army. “This eventually led to the spectacular outdoor shows,” Rhoads says. “During a time when people were without movies or TV, for two or three hours they could watch the most spectacular show they’d ever seen.” The most popular wild west shows that followed in Buffalo Bill’s footsteps originated in northern Oklahoma, including one of the more successful that was owned and operated by Pawnee Bill who, at one time, lived in Wel-

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SC gains a ‘sister city’ with Lame Deer, Mont.

The Battle Canyon Symposium that celebrated the 135th anniversary of the Battle of Punished Woman’s Fork, was the highlight of the past year for the Scott County Historical Society as members recognized their 83rd year in existence. “We have made a sister city of Lame Deer (Montana),” said SCHS board member Jerry Thomas, referring to the home of the Northern Cheyenne who brought a large contingent to the symposium. The symposium cost $70,000 which has been paid for with grants through local units of government, the historical society and numerous private donations. Thomas will be traveling to Lame Deer for a ceremony on July 4 during which he will be inducted into the tribe. He will also unveil a new painting from which the proceeds will help sponsor scholarships for Northern Cheyenne youth. Board Elections During the business meeting, Marian Nolan and Jeanne Cutler were re-elected to three-year terms on the SCHS board of directors while Alan Graham was elected to his first term. Plans were announced for participation in the annual June Jaunt on June 7-8. “Famous Folks of Scott County” will be presented each day at 2:00 p.m. The popular historic sites tour that will include El Quartelejo, Battle Canyon and the Duff Buffalo Ranch, will depart the museum on Sunday at 1:00 p.m. The tour is free and people can begin signing up for a seat on the bus. lington. He even traveled with Buffalo Bill’s show for two years before he and his wife, May Lillie, launched their own “Pawnee Bill’s Historic Wild West.” For 20 years, Pawnee Bill toured with his show

before buying one-third of Buffalo Bill’s financially troubled show. That partnership continued for five years until Buffalo Bill’s big-spending ways led to bankruptcy for both. “Pawnee Bill made the comment that he had noth-

Buffalo Bill had the most famous Wild West show, but not the only one Jane Rhoads told those attending the historical society annual meeting. (Below) A poster for Pawnee Bill’s Wild West show which also enjoyed considerable success.

ing to show for 25 years on the road,” says Rhoads. While Annie Oakley was the first huge female star of the wild west shows, the “first cowgirl” was Lucille Mulhall who was famous for her steer roping and riding skills. For those attending the shows it was both a history lesson and entertainment. End of Western Shows Before he became famous for his observations on life and politics, Will Rogers was also an entertainer in wild west shows. Disappointed at seeing fences breaking up the open spaces in the Midwest, Rogers traveled to

Argentina, South Africa and Australia so he could continue to live the cowboy life on the open range. He eventually returned to the U.S. and, for a time, was a vaudeville performer. Going from the wild west show era and making the transition to mov-

ies was the famous star of westerns Tom Mix. “When Buffalo Bill first started his show it romanticized the wild west,” says Rhoads. “By the time the last of the shows closed in the 1930s, they had become a memory of what the wild west had once been.”


USD 466 •Elimination of medical reimbursement (district reimbursed staff for the $500 deductible): $50,000. Even though that helped significantly, it didn’t prevent some difficult decisions. It was primarily long-time staff members who took the biggest hit. Early Retirement Scott City Middle School counselor Linn Collins, SCMS technology teacher and SCHS wrestling coach Jon Lippelmann and SCHS home economics teacher Carolyn Hunter each took early retirement. Under that program teachers with at least 30 years in the district were given the opportunity to resign and receive $6,000 annually toward the district’s health insurance plan until age 65. Early retirement didn’t mean voluntary retirement. “They told me at 2:00 today that I could either take early retirement or they were going to RIF (reduction in force) my position,” said Lippelmann, a 35-year veteran in the district. If they were to RIF the position, and had Lippelmann not accepted the early retirement offer prior to the 7:00 p.m. special board meeting on Thursday, he would not have received the insurance offer. “This is what you get for 35 years. They don’t even have to tell you why,” said Lippelmann, who has coached the Beavers to four state wrestling titles. “And I wasn’t given a chance for reassignment. Teachers who have been with the district a lot fewer years were given the chance at other assignments, but I wasn’t.” Other staff members who submitted their resignations were Gina Ramsey (third grade) and Shari Ratzlaff (SCMS assessment reading/study skills/ELA). SCMS vocal music teacher Joel Edwards (grades 5-6) and Tonja Williams (Title I reading) will be reassigned. There were no specifics, but the board announced that SCHS English staff would be reassigned to SCMS. Other positions that were cut include: •One football assistant coach. •One softball assistant

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Where the Cuts Came From Staff reductions (retirement, etc.) 140,862 Savings by increasing insurance deductible 70,000 Elimination of continuing education program/ reduction of professional development 35,000 Elimination of supplemental/extended contracts Winter weights; debate; one assistant football coach; one assistant softball coach; forensics assistant 12,894 Elimination of summer school 10,000 Absorb SCMS AD position 4,220 Reduce professional development coordinator contract to half-time 2,598 Reduce testing/curriculum coordinator contract contract to half-time 5,062 Additional resignations FACS, migrant, tech ed, counselor, etc. 225,862 2% reduction in all employee salaries 105,713 Elimination of medical reimbursement 50,000

coach. •Doris Mullins (custodian). •Jeanie Howard (cook). Program Changes The board also approved the following changes to curriculum and extra-curricular programs: •Forensics will be changed from a class to an after-school activity. •Winter weights have been eliminated. •Debate has been eliminated. •There will be no summer school in 2014. Supt. Under Fire Prior to the long night of executive sessions, Cheryl Kucharik, representing the SCTA, read several comments that were collected from staff members when they were taking their vote on the salary and benefits cuts. Several questioned the board and its decisions, but most took aim at Supt. Bill Wilson. “Will the person responsible for the $1 million loss still be around,” was one comment. Another said it was unfair to target the veteran teachers with the majority of cuts. Yet another individual said “the board of education needs to be more open and straight-forward or we’ve taken several steps back in the negotiation process.” The board was also asked about the possibility of the district implementing its own procedure for due process since the state legislature eliminated that protection for teachers. However, the most scathing criticism came from former district clerk Patti Strickler who had been employed in the central office for 30 years before retiring two years ago. She was critical of the superintendent for not being more conservative with enrollment projections when building the

budget. She reminded the board that if the official enrollment is greater than the Sept. 20 number, the district has the ability to republish its budget and recover additional state dollars. “This allows a safety net for district funds,” she said. “If enrollment is inflated too much in July it can be difficult to adjust downward because . . . salary and benefit commitments have already been established prior to the start of school.” She said that when board members did question financial actions and scrutinize the budget they “were informed that it was not their job to micromanage the finances of the district. They hired the superintendent to do that.” That philosophy was reinforced by a representative from the Kansas Association of School Boards during a board training meeting, says Strickler. The KASB representative from Topeka reminded “board members of their place.” “On several occasions (I) presented questions to a couple of board members only to find that they were reprimanded regarding micromanaging when trying to satisfy my questions,” Strickler said. “The bottom line is by looking at this year’s budget . . . USD 466 was in financial trouble last year and ended in a positive status by using nearly all cash reserves . . . which only caused more problems for this year’s budget and even bigger problems for next year. “I am at a loss to understand the attitude of one person to want to cause so much stress and heartache for their board, employees, students and taxpayers,” she concluded. Afterwards, Strickler received applause from most of the approximately 110 people in attendance.

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Youth/Education

Entrepreneurs trade show Wed. at SCHS

FBLA students at Scott Community High School will be putting their business plans on display and making rapid fire sales pitches during the Youth Entrepreneurs Trade Show to be held on Wed., May 14, from noon to 1:00 p.m. Displays will be featured in the SCHS gymnasium. “This is a chance for everyone to see how hard kids have worked on their business ideas and the creativity that went into them,” says FBLA sponsor Kevin Reese. A panel of judges will select the “Best Overall Display,” “Best Sales Pitch” and “Best Innovative Idea.” “This is a great opportunity for kids to pitch their ideas to people in the business community,” says Reese. The trade show is open to the community.

Kuntzsch is Pitt State grad Levi Kuntzsch has completed requirements for a BS degree in education from Pittsburg State University. He is the son of Fred and Trudi Kuntzsch, Scott City. More than 1,100 students will participate in PSU’s spring commencement on May 9-10.

Bennett is ‘First Scholar’ at K-State Mandie Bennett, a senior at Dighton High School, has been selected for the First Scholars program at Kansas State University, which is for first-generation college students. This is the first year for the program which will be assisting incoming freshmen this fall. Recipients of the First Scholars program are awarded $5,000 annually, up to a total of $20,000. It is renewable as long as students maintain a certain GPA. Students in the program will participate in a transition course and enrichment activities to enhance their college education. K-State is one of seven higher education institutions in the U.S. to be funded by the First Scholars program. The First Scholars program is an initiative of The Suder Foundation, a private foundation in Plano, Tex. The program provides a holistic approach to increasing the four-year graduation rate of first-generation college students. The Suder Foundation provides initial startup funding with Kansas State University providing matching funds.

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Young entrepreneurs make a winning sales pitch at regional When you’re trying to sell your product or company to a stranger time is critical. One has to make what is called an “elevator pitch” - a 45-60 second sales pitch that gets its name from the time one enters an elevator until the time the person they’re talking to reaches the floor when they exit. Miguel Chavez has learned the art of the quick sales pitch, earning top honors at the Youth Entrepreneurs Southwest Kansas regional competition held last Thursday in Garden City. High schools taking part were Scott City, Garden City, Dodge City, Liberal and Bucklin. Chavez, a junior at Scott Community High School, was pitching his idea for “Everything Guitar” which would provide on-line lessons. “I have a passion for the guitar and I haven’t seen this being offered on-line,” says Chavez. With the help of Skype, Chavez would offer one-onone real-time instruction. “In order to do this I understand my schedule would have to be flexible,” says Chavez. “I’d set up instruction time with the students.” Chavez and other competitors were given about 45 minutes to sell their ideas to judges during a trade show held in conjunction with the regional contest. “Mr. Reese taught us about the elevator pitches and that helped a lot,” says Chavez, who received $50 as the first place winner. “You have to cover the main points pretty quickly.” “It’s a way of summarizing the basics,” notes Reese. “You don’t have a lot of time for details.” Top Business Plan Taylor George turned her artistic skills into a winning business plan in another phase of the regional competition. The SCHS senior introduced “Phantom Shadows” which is a combination of silhouette and airbrush art that individuals can purchase. As the overall winner, George was the recipient of a $1,000 scholarship that can be applied to her education or to start-up costs for a business. She advances in competition

SCHS senior Taylor George’s business plan took top honors in the Youth Entrepreneurs Southwest Regional competition. Winning first place in the “Best Sales Pitch” competition was junior Miguel Chavez. (Record Photo)

George, York qualify for FBLA national conference Mariah York and Taylor George, seniors at Scott Community High School, have qualified for the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) National Leadership Conference to be held from June 29-July 2 in Nashville, Tenn. In order to compete at nationals, students had to finish first or second at the state level. York finished second in personal finance and George was second in computer applications. York’s competition involved a multiple choice test covering a variety of topics such as income taxes, household budgeting, buying on credit and more. This was the first time for York to compete at the state

level. George’s competition was divided into two parts. She was required to take a homesite test (approximately two hours) in addition to a written test at the state contest site. She had to show knowledge and expertise in dealing with

different software programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel and others. She has already taken a different home-site test as the initial phase of the national contest and will follow up with the written phase while in Nashville.

to be held in Wichita on May 29 which will feature top finalists from seven regions in Kansas and Missouri. As part of the competition, students are evaluated on their business plan with 60% of their score based on the written plan and 40% on oral presentation. “I’m thinking of this as a part-time job,” says George.

One of her strengths in the competition was her presentation. “The judges said I seemed well prepared,” she noted. Perhaps more importantly, the business plan seemed feasible, said Reese. “The judges liked that her start-up costs wouldn’t be very much and that she has the skills to jump right in and get

started,” he said. Reese said that George also stood above her competition because of a “very confident presentation.” The business plan was convincing enough to prompt one judge to tell George that he was very interested in her idea. A couple of other judges expressed interest in purchasing some of her artwork.

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Lawn and Garden

Overseeding fescue lawns still possible this spring

Fall is the long-recommended time to start or renovate such cool-season turfs in the High Plains. “But, if you have a disaster and want to get something started, now is okay. It’s just more work,” says K-State horticulturist Rodney St. John. “The only exception is if you already have put down a Step 1 preemergent product, such as the Scott’s brand of Turf Builder with Halts Crabgrass Preventer. If so, you’ll have to wait until September.” Seed variety always has a big impact on end results. K-State posts annually revised test results for the region’s major lawn turfs on the web at http://www.oznet.ksu. edu/ (search for “Turfgrasses Recommended for Kansas”). “Any of the listed turfs should still be available at local garden centers,” St. John said. “What you want to avoid is K-31

tall fescue, which is even more readily available and fairly cheap. “I only recommend K-31 for outlying areas on multi-acre county estates, not home lawns. It grows faster than the turf fescues. It also tends to get stemmy, develop clumps and be a lighter green.” Even on existing K-31, overseeding with a turfquality fescue will achieve a better lawn, he said. One reason spring seeding is harder than fall’s is that it means a battle with weeds. Spring’s window of opportunity for controlling broadleaf lawn weeds (other than by hand) is already closed, St. John said. Many of the grassy annual weeds are already sprouting, too. “To control any crabgrass, foxtail and barnyard grass that hasn’t emerged, however, applying the preventer siduron (Tupersan) is safe for both newly seeded and estab-

lished cool-season turfs,” he added. After that, the keys to success in turf seeding are always the same: 1) achieving good seedto-soil contacts and 2) keeping the soil surface moist while the seed germinates. Core Aeration St. John said one good way to get seed-to-soil contact is: Rent and then run a hollow-tine core aerator across the lawn in one or more directions. (This also will reduce soil compaction.) Allow the soil “cores” deposited on the lawn to air-dry. Mow grass short - about one to 1.5 inches to allow more sunlight to reach the seeds, as well as chop up a few of the dried cores. Seed. Then feed with a starter fertilizer, which is a high-phosphorus fertilizer such as 1020-10 or 8-24-16. “You can spread seed and fertilizer with either

a drop or rotary spreader. Just do it evenly,” the turf specialist said. “Usually going over the lawn with your spreader in two or more directions will give you good, uniform distribution.” For better soil-seed contact on lawns with good soil structure, he recommends: Mow grass short. Rent a verticutter or slice-seeder and go over the yard in one direction. Rake up and remove thatch and leaf debris, if necessary. Broadcast or drop the seed. Verticut in a second direction. Apply starter fertilizer. “All things being equal, if I had to choose between verticutting or aerifying, I’d verticut. I believe it gets more seeds in contact with the soil per square foot. But, aerification can be very important for our good Kansas clay soils,” St. John said.

Protect young garden plants from wind damage Strong winds this spring have been wreaking havoc on plant life, especially our gardens. New transplants, even those hardened off in a cold frame, may need protection from strong winds when set out. There was a time when wooden shingles were often recommended for blocking the wind, but those are difficult to find. Try a plastic milk jug or a 2-liter soda bottle with both the bottom and top cut off. Push the jug or bottle into the soil far enough so it won’t blow away. In windy conditions, it may need to be stabilized with a wooden dowel or metal rod. Pesky Critters Now besides the wind, rabbits in gardens are a perennial problem because of the wide variety of plants they can feed on. This time of year, they gravitate to young vegetables and flowers, however there are some vegetables that are rarely bothered including potatoes, tomatoes, corn, squash, cucumbers, and some peppers. How do you protect other, more susceptible plants? Fencing provides a quick and effective control method. The fence does not need to be tall two feet is sufficient for cottontails. Support for the fence can be supplied by a number of products, but electric fence posts

Down on the Farm Chris Long Walnut Creek Extension Agent

work well. Often fencing is not an acceptable choice because it affects the attractiveness of the garden. Other ways to control rabbits include repellents, trapping and shooting. Repellents are often suggested for control, but often do not last long and require frequent reapplication. Also, many are poisonous and cannot be used on plants or plant parts destined for human consumption. Live traps can be used to collect and move the rabbits to a rural area several miles from where they were trapped. A number of baits can be used to entice the rabbit to enter the trap including a tightly rolled cabbage leaf held together with a toothpick. However, rabbits often avoid baits if other attractive food is available. Another possibility is to use a motion-activated sprinkler. These are attached to a garden hose and release a short burst of water when motion is detected. Sandbur Problem Another issue homeowners are facing this spring is the sandbur. Grassy sandbur is the

“sticker” plant that looks like a grass. It will often invade thin lawns, especially in dry years. Therefore, the best control for this weed is a thick, healthy lawn. However, if your lawn is thin this spring and grassy sandbur was a problem last year, use a pre-emergence herbicide before the sandbur comes up. The three products that can help minimize grassy sandbur are oryzalin, pendimethalin, and prodiamine. Make sure to always follow label instructions when using these products. None of the “weed preventers” will give complete control but each should help. Quinclorac

can provide some postemergence control especially if the sandbur is in the seedling stage. Quinclorac is also found in a number of combination products that control both broadleaf weeds and crabgrass such as one of the following: Ortho Weed-B-Gon Max + Crabgrass Control, Bayer All-in-One Lawn Weed and Crabgrass Killer, Monterey Crab-E-Rad Plus, Fertilome Weed Out with Q, Trimec Crabgrass Plus Lawn Weed Killer, Bonide Weed Beater Plus Crabgrass and Broadleaf Weed Killer, Spectracide Weed Stop for Lawns Plus Crabgrass Killer. Again, the best control for grassy sandbur is a healthy, thick lawn.

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Lawn and Garden

sweet corn

Keep bare-root plants moist for best results

The only excuse you need to have a garden

Ask a gardener about the real reason to grow a garden and you’ll likely get a two-word answer: Sweet corn. Though corn requires plenty of space in the vegetable garden, it is hard to beat its taste and tenderness, especially when freshly-picked. The key to high quality sweet corn is rapid growth, adequate soil moisture and nutrients, and harvesting the ears at optimum maturity. Sweet corn kernels can be yellow, white, or both of these colors on the same ear (bicolor). The level of sucrose (sugar) in the kernels determines the corn’s sweetness. In most cases, however, sucrose is rapidly converted to starch if the corn is not cooked, frozen or refrigerated just after harvest. Starches make the corn less tender and less sweet. In most of the newer “sugar-enhanced” or “supersweet” varieties, this conversion to starch is slowed so ears remain in optimum condition longer. On a corn seed packet, you may find a short genetic abbreviation which describes the type of sweet corn; different types require different cultural

Extension offers advice, research on lawn turf

County Extension offices are a good resource for learning about lawn care and which turf varieties do well in a particular region. K-State researchers study weeds, irrigation and turf management practices. They maintain test plots across the state to see which turf varieties do best in Kansas’ diverse climates. In highly agricultural Kansas, horticulture is No. 3 after wheat and corn in gross crop value. As part of that, turfgrass is far and away the leader in the horticulture industry. “We have 160 different cultivars of tall fescue alone in our trials near Wichita,” says KSU horticulturist Ward Upham, “and Kentucky bluegrass trials going on near Olathe. Every Extension office can provide the “bottom line” of each year’s results in addition to recommendations on lawn care.

conditions: 1) “Normal” sweet corn (su): Kernels contain moderate, but varying levels of sugar, depending on variety. Sugars convert to starches rapidly after harvest. 2) “Sugar-enhanced” (se, se+, or EH): Genes in this type modify the su gene, resulting in increased tenderness and sweetness. Conversion of sugar to starch is slowed. 3) “Super-sweet” or “Xtra-sweet” (sh2): This gene, (sh is short for shrunken), creates greatly increased sweetness and slow conversion of starch. Sweet corn requires rich soil with ample nitrogen and moisture. Even good garden soils may need some fertilizer to produce a top-quality crop. Aged manure and/or compost, mixed well into the soil, is helpful. Growing corn in an area that had healthy beans or peas the previous year is helpful because these legumes contribute more nitrogen to the soil.

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Cornstalks growing with ample moisture and in well-prepared, fertile soil can be expected to produce two ears per stalk. Plant corn when soils reach a temperature of at least 50 degrees. The Xtra sweet varieties require even warmer soil, at least 60 degrees. You can warm soil by covering with black plastic and punching holes through it to plant seed. Plant 2-3 seeds 12-15 inches apart, in rows 3036 inches apart. Shorter, earlier varieties can be spaced somewhat closer. Plant seeds one to 1-1/2 inches deep, except for Xtra sweet varieties, which should only be planted three-fourths of an inch deep. If both or all three seeds in a spot germinate, thin out the poorer seedlings, saving the best plant from each spot. Isolate Xtra sweet varieties from all other types of sweet corn; cross pollination with other types can result

in tough, starchy kernels. Because corn is windpollinated, plant it in blocks of rows, rather than in a long, single row, which would result in poor pollen distribution on the silks and many kernel “skips.” Water the block-rows well after planting. Good soil moisture is especially critical for the germination of Xtra sweet corn. As plants grow and weather becomes warmer, watering frequency must increase. Most varieties of corn will produce shoots or “suckers” at the base of the plant. Sucker removal does not increase yield or benefit the plant; therefore suckers are best left alone. Fertilize when plants are 12-18 inches high, about July 1. Hoe frequently to control weeds, but take care not to damage corn stalks or roots. Adequate soil moisture is critical for plants to form tassels and silks and to develop ears. Ears should be ready to harvest about three weeks after silk emergence. Harvest sweet corn when kernels are well-filled, tightly packed and when a thumbnail puncture produces a milky substance. To harvest an ear, grasp it firmly, bend it down and pull toward the ground with a twisting motion. Husk and cook or freeze immediately for best quality. Husks can be shredded and then composted or dug back into garden soil.

Bare-root plants can be a money-saver, as well as a way to get unusual varieties by mail. Fruit trees and windbreak plants often arrive that way. For bare-root plants to have a chance, however, their roots must never dry out and they must go into the ground as soon as possible. When the plants arrive from the nursery, open the bundles immediately and check for moisture. If the roots aren’t moist, soak them in water for 6-12 hours before planting. Plants with moist roots can wait a day or two before planting. But they need to be repacked in their original, well-moistened mulch or peatmoss plus shipping paper and then placed in a cool, sheltered area. Mother Nature doesn’t always cooperate in spring. So, if wet soils will prevent planting for several days after that, gardeners should “heel” the plants in. This means: 1) digging a trench in a sheltered, well-drained area that’s out of the sun; 2) laying the plants down with their roots in the trench; 3) placing soil over the roots and firming it; and 4) watering, if the soil isn’t already quite moist. “The longer they stay there, the less their survival odds will be. So, don’t leave plants heeled in for more than two to three weeks, at most,” says Ward Upham, horticulturist with Kansas State University Extension. Gardeners should follow any planting instructions that come with bare-root stock. The graft union for peach trees, for example, must be buried below surface level. The union for apples must be 3-4 inches above soil level. But, many plants need to go in only as deep as where their bark indicates their previous planting depth was.


Compass earns Health Fund project award Each year the United Methodist Health Ministry Fund recognizes one of its grant projects that has demonstrated the most success in improving the health of Kansans. For 2013, Compass Behavioral Health, based in Garden City, has been presented the Janet Sevier Gilbreath Special Project of the Year award. “Compass Behavioral Health is being recognized for its leadership of an outstanding young children’s emotional and behavioral health project in rural regions,” said Kim Moore, Health Fund President. “They have developed a model for other rural communities to consider in reaching young children with screenings and early childhood services.” Concentrating services in rural areas is particularly important, Moore explained, because distance and availability of mental health professionals creates challenges for access to preventive services. The project has brought together early childhood programs, physicians’ offices, public health departments, and the mental health center to organize screenings to identify delays in the healthy emotional and behavioral development of young children from birth to age six. Mental health screenings are also conducted for new mothers. Compass Behavioral Health’s director of children’s services, Christie Reed, said focusing on early identification of social and emotional issues for young children can make a lifetime of difference for children and their families. “If addressed early, issues that often lead to more difficult problems later can be avoided or minimized.” The Health Fund grant enabled Compass to expand its early childhood screenings and services in Scott, Grant, Greeley, Hamilton, Kearny, Lane, Morton, Stanton and Wichita counties. In its first two years of this project, Compass has already completed 1,757 screenings for young children, pregnant women and new mothers. One hundred and forty-five young children have received mental health services. Parent education is now offered in all nine counties and a five-year marketing program, in both English and Spanish, has been developed. “Ready, Set, Grow!” is a campaign to support parents as they raise their children to be healthy, safe, and ready to learn. It is designed to emphasize the importance of early childhood and reduce stigma associated with young children’s mental health issues.

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ACA enrollment took huge jump in Kansas during March Dan Margolies KHI News Service

Federal health exchange enrollments more than doubled in Missouri and nearly doubled in Kansas in the weeks leading up to the enrollment deadline, according to figures released by the government last week. In Kansas, enrollment increased to 57,013 - a 95 percent jump over February. In Missouri, enrollment through the federal marketplace shot up to 152,335 - a 105 percent increase over the

number who selected a health plan by the end of February. “I think those numbers really reflect the need in Missouri and that consumers were seeking quality, affordable health insurance,” said Ryan Barker, vice president of health policy at the Missouri Foundation for Health. Overall, 5.45 million people nationwide have signed up for health insurance since October through the federal marketplace - more than double the 2.6 million who had signed up by the end of February.

More than eight million have signed up through both the federal and state marketplaces, exceeding the Obama administration’s initial goal of seven million. It is not known how many people who signed up were previously uninsured. Nor is it known how many paid their initial premiums, which is required to trigger coverage. The new figures cover people who chose plans through March 31 as well as those who got an extension through April 19 because they had trouble enrolling.

Kansas and Missouri do not run their own exchanges. They use the federal marketplace. Other key figures from the report: •In both Missouri and Kansas, 55 percent of the enrollees were female and 45 percent male. •In Missouri, 36 percent were under age 35. In Kansas, 38 percent were under age 35. Despite what she generally saw as upbeat news, Kansas Insurance Commissioner (See MEDICAID on page 15)

Building strategies for raising children Triple P Positive Parenting is free coaching support Jeanne Billings, Russell Child Development Center

Coping with supermarket meltdowns, bedtime drama, disobedience and other challenging behaviors are issues all parents deal with and affect families everywhere.

Help is on the way! Russell Child Development Center (RCDC) is now offering free Triple P Positive Parenting classes and in-home coaching support. Triple P provides effective strategies for parents and caregivers to give them the skills they need to raise confident, healthy children as well as build stronger family relationships. The free parenting classes are designed for parents and caregivers of young chil-

dren, typically from birth to age five, and are being offered monthly in RCDC’s in 18-county service area in Southwest Kansas. In-home coaching support is provided according to each family’s schedule. RCDC works to bring the tremendous benefits of early childhood opportunities to our communities every day. Triple P is not a “once-size-fits-all” program. It is being used in 25 different countries world-

wide and has been shown to work across cultures, socioeconomic groups and in all kinds of family structures. Triple P is one way in which RCDC offers to Southwest Kansas what 30 years of research has shown to be an effective way to prepare parents and make families healthier. Triple P offers various levels of support to meet parents’ different needs. Parents (See BUILDING on page 15)

Children’s fund transfer prompts budget protests Children’s advocates are crying foul over a last-minute budget deal that transfers $5 million from a fund used to pay for early childhood programs to an agency that invests state money in promising bioscience companies. April Holman, policy director for the nonprofit advocacy organization Kansas Action for Children, said House and Senate budget negotiators gave no advance notice that the transfer was under consideration. “They never talked about this until they came back for their very last meeting,” Holman said. “Rep. Sullentrop said they wanted to transfer the money to the bioscience authority, Sen. Masterson said ‘we agree’ and it was a done deal in 20 seconds.” The bill transfers the money from Kansas Endowment for

Youth, or KEY fund, to the Kansas Bioscience Authority, increasing its budget from $27 million to $32 million. “There were some concerns that the bioscience authority couldn’t fulfill its function if we cut them clear down to $27 million,” said Ways and Means Committee chairman Sen. Ty Masterson. The authority was created to make strategic investments in emerging Kansas bioscience companies and to assist in attracting new ones to the state. Money from the state’s settlement with the nation’s major tobacco companies is first deposited into the KEY fund. Portions of it are then allocated to the Children’s Initiatives Fund and used to support a variety of childhood development programs. (See TRANSFER on page 15)

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Building can choose from general positive parenting classes that last about 90 minutes; to longer, more intensive seminars; or individual family in-home coaching. Triple P doesn’t tell people how to parent, instead it gives parents and caregivers simple ideas to help manage problem behavior or prevent problems from developing in the first place. The benefits can be dramatic and long-lasting. Parents who use positive parenting skills report feeling more confident

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Sandy Praeger said that low enrollment by African Americans and Latinos was disappointing. The government for the first time released self-reported data on race and ethnicity. “We just need to do more in terms of outreach and get to those minority populations,” she said. In Kansas, five percent of enrollees described themselves as African American and 5.5 percent as Latino. Another 1.7 percent described themselves as multiracial. In Missouri, the figures were 9.3 percent, 1.6 percent and 1.1 percent, respectively.

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“We’re taking money out of the mouths of babes,” Sen. Laura Kelly (D-Topeka). “There are lots of kids on waiting lists for services.” The last-minute deal, Holman said, increases concerns that the tobacco settlement money is being purposefully underestimated so that Gov. Sam Brownback and Republican legislative leaders have some unallocated funds left at the end of the session that they can use to plug holes in the budget. Last year, lawmakers swept $9.5 million from the CIF into the state general fund to cover other expenses. Support Your Hometown Merchants!

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and competent about managing day to day family life. “I have learned about positive parenting strategies and they have been really helpful! I had tried everything I knew with my 2-year-old when he was having a tantrum and nothing was working. Now we can go to the store together and we both are happier and less stressed. I’m glad I found a program that supports me as a mom.” Southwest Kansas Parent Triple P Positive

Parenting is funded through early childhood block grants awarded by the Kansas Children’s Cabinet and Trust Fund to RCDC. The funding that supports Triple P comes from Children’s Initiative Fund (CIF) in Kansas and RCDC is fortunate to be one of only two early childhood agencies in the state to offer a program of this kind. Annual CIF grant opportunities funded with tobacco settlement dollars support the daily mission of RCDC. Triple P classes are

currently scheduled in the coming weeks in Dodge City, Johnson, Liberal, Ulysses and Garden City and are offered in both English and Spanish. For more information, to find a free parenting seminar near you, or to request in-home coaching, call RCDC at 620-2750291 and ask for Jeanne. Jeanne Billings is the Building Blocks Grant Coordinator with Russell Child and Development Center, Garden City. She can be reached at jbillings@ rcdc4kids.org


For the Record Resist the urge to tap retirement plans early The Scott County Record

other tax-sheltered plan is your best or only option, you should be aware of the possible impacts on your taxes and long-term savings objectives before raiding your nest egg:

Jason Alderman

I have yet to meet anyone who thinks they’re saving too much money for retirement. On the contrary, most people admit they’re probably setting aside too little. Retirement accounts must compete with daily expenses, saving up for a home, college and unexpected emergencies for every precious dollar. If taking money out of your IRA, 401(k) or

401(k) Loans Many 401(k) plans allow participants to borrow from their account to buy a home, pay for education, medical expenses or other special circumstances. Generally, you may be allowed to borrow

USD 466 Board of Education Agenda Mon., May 12 • 5:30 p.m. Administration Building • 704 College •Awards and recognition •Comments from public •Executive session 1) Non-elected personnel 2) Possible action 3) Non-elected personnel 4) Negotiations •Reports 1) High Plains Co-op - Eric Erven 2) NW Ks. Tech. College - Mark Davis 3) Administrative reports •Financials 1) Bills payable 2) Transfers •Consent agenda 1) Amend Feb. 17 minutes 2) Approve previous minutes 3) Resignations 4) Recommendations for hire •Consider items pulled from consent agenda New business 1) Capital outlay resolution 2) 2014-15 board meeting calendar 3) Negotiations •Additions, if any •Adjournment

Public Notice (First published in The Scott County Record, Thurs., May 1, 2014; last published Thurs., May 15, 2014)3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF SCOTT COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF VERA M. BUCKBEE, Deceased, Case No. 2014-PR-8 NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that on April 28, 2014, a Petition for Probate of Will and Issuance of Letters Testamentary was filed in this court by Keen K. Brantley, an heir, devisee, legatee, and

Public (First published in The Scott County Record Thurs., April 24, 2014; last published Thurs., May 8, 2014)3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF SCOTT COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF GORDON E. WIECHMAN, deceased Case No. 96PR2 (Proceedings pursuant to K.S.A. Chapter 59) NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR FINAL SETTLEMENT STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that a Petition has been filed in this Court by Susan D. Wiechman, the duly appointed, qualified and acting Executrix of the Estate of Gordon E. Wiechman, deceased, praying that her acts be approved; her accounts be settled and allowed; the heirs be determined; the Will be construed and the Estate be assigned to the devisee and legatee in accordance with the Last Will

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up to half your vested balance up to a maximum of $50,000 - or a reduced amount if you have other outstanding plan loans. Loans usually must be repaid within five years, although you may have longer if you’re using the loan to purchase your primary residence. Potential drawbacks to 401(k) loans include: •If you leave your job, even involuntarily, you must pay off the loan immediately (usually

within 30 to 90 days) or you’ll owe income tax on the remainder - as well as a 10 percent early distribution penalty if you’re under age 59-1/2. •Loans cannot be rolled over into a new account. •Some plans don’t allow new contributions until outstanding loans are repaid. •Many people, faced with a monthly loan payment, reduce their 401(k) contributions, thereby significantly reducing

Scott Co. LEC Report Scott City Police Department May 2: Heriberto Rodriguez-Muniz was arrested for driving on a suspended license and transported to the LEC. May 2: Margarito Tarrango-Salazar reported identity theft. May 6: Robert Tilton was arrested on a warrant and transported to the LEC. Scott County Sheriff’s Department May 1: David Suri was served a Scott County warrant while in jail. May 4: A rollover accident occurred on Navajo Road.

Public Notice (First published in The Scott County Record Thurs., May 8, 2014; last published Thurs., May 22, 2014)3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF SCOTT COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF GLENDA M. MITCHELL, deceased Case No: 14PR7 NOTICE OF HEARING THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that on the 16th day of April, 2014, a Petition was filed in this Court by Roy M. Boyd, an heir, devisee and legatee of Glenda M. Mitchell, deceased, praying: Descent be determined of the following described real estate situated in Scott County, Kansas, to-wit: A tract of land in the Northeast Quarter (NE/4) of Section Twenty-four (24), Township Eighteen (18) South, Range Thirty-three (33) West of the Sixth Principal Meridian, described as follows: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Block Twelve (12) in Fairlawn Addition to Scott City, Kansas, thence South along the East boundary line of said Block 12 to the North boundary line of Ninth Street, thence East along the North boundary line of Ninth Street to the West boundary line of the right-of-way of the Atchinson, Topeka and

Executor named in the Last Will and Testament of Vera M. Buckbee, deceased. All creditors of the above named decedent are notified to exhibit their demands against the Estate within four months from the date of the first publication of this notice, as provided by law, and if their demands are not thus exhibited, they shall be forever barred. Keen K. Brantley WALLACE, BRANTLEY Public & SHIRLEY 325 Main - P.O. Box 605 (First published in The Scott Scott City, Kansas 67871 County Record Thurs., May Attorney for Petitioner 8, 2014; last published Thurs., May 22, 2014)3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF SCOTT COUNTY, KANSAS Notice IN THE MATTER OF THE ESand Testament of Gordon E. TATE OF GREG A. SKIBBE Wiechman, deceased; the AKA GREG ALAN SKIBBE, administration of the Estate deceased No. 14-PR-9 be closed; and upon the filNOTICE TO CREDITORS ing of receipts, the Petitioner be finally discharged as the THE STATE OF KANSAS TO Executrix of the Estate of ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are notified that on Gordon E. Wiechman, dethe 30th day of April, 2014, ceased, and released from a Petition for Probate of Will further liability. and Issuance of Letters TesYou are hereby required to file your written defenses tamentary was filed in this Court by Gary Skibbe, exthereto on or before the 20th ecutor named in the Last Will day of May, 2014, at 3:00 and Testament of Greg A. o’clock p.m. on said day, in said Court, in the City of Scott City, Scott County, Kansas, at which time and place said cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon said Petition. Susan D. Wiechman Petitioner HAMPTON & ROYCE, L.C. Ninth Floor - United Building P.O. Box 1247 Salina, Kansas 67402-1247 785-827-7251 Attorneys for Petitioner

Santa Fe Railway, thence North along the West boundary line of said right-of-way, to the South boundary line of Eighth Street, thence West along the South boundary line of Eighth Street to the point of beginning, except alley on West side of said tract, as shown by the recorded plat thereof. And all personal property and other Kansas real estate owned by Decedent at the time of death. And that such property and all personal property and other Kansas real estate owned by the Decedent at the time of death be assigned pursuant to the laws of Intestate Succession. You are required to file your written defenses thereto on or before the 3rd day of June, 2014, at 2:00 p.m. (CST) in the District Court of Scott County, Kansas, Scott County Courthouse, Scott City, 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. Roy M. Boyd, Petitioner LARRY L. MYERS, SC#9793 Attorney at Law 2607 Pearly Jane Garden City, KS 67846 Tele: (620) 275-0156 Fax: (620)275-0477 Email: llmyers3@cox.net Attorney for Petitioner

Notice Skibbe, deceased. All creditors of the decedent are notified to exhibit their demands against the Estate within the latter of four months from the date of first publication of notice under K.S.A. 59-2236 and amendments thereto, or if the identity of the creditor is known or reasonably ascertainable, 30 days after actual notice was given as provided by law, and if their demands are not thus exhibited, they shall be forever barred. Gary Skibbe, Petitioner Jake W. Brooks Attorney at Law 101 E. Sixth-PO Box 664 Scott City, Ks. 67871 620-872-7204

their potential long-term account balance and earnings. Your account value will be lower while repaying your loan, which means you’ll miss out on market upswings. 401(k) Withdrawals Many 401(k) plans allow hardship withdrawals to pay for certain medical or higher education expenses, funerals, buying or repairing your home or to prevent evic-

tion or foreclosure. You’ll owe income tax on the withdrawal - plus an additional 10 percent penalty if you’re younger than 59-1/2, in most cases. Traditional IRAs allow withdrawals at any time for any reason. However, you’ll pay income tax on the withdrawal - plus the 10 percent penalty as well, with certain exceptions. With Roth IRAs, you can withdraw contribu(See RESIST on page 17)


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House rejects another attempt to repeal RES Trevor Graff KHI News Service

The Kansas House of Representatives voted last Friday against a bill that would repeal renewable energy standards after 2021 that require the state’s utilities to generate clean energy. The sunset legislation, voted down 63-60, was billed as a compromise by Republican leaders attempting to repeal the standards. If passed, Kansas utilities would have been required to provide 15 per-

cent of their energy portfolio in renewable energy from 2015 to 2021. After that time, the regulations would disappear. The bill (Senate Bill 84) was billed as a compromise between prowind forces and those looking for repeal. The pro-wind lobby said the move was a compromise in wording only. In Western Kansas, some farmers watched their legislators with a sharp eye. Many living in parts of the state that have seen the most wind devel-

opment say the industry is key to their economic well-being. Earl Smith grew up on his family farm in Wichita County. For the Smiths, wind energy has provided supplemental income in times of drought and what he says is an economic boost for his community. “Wind energy has become very important for farmers and communities both,” Smith said. “We need all the jobs and production out in western Kansas we can get. We really just need anything we can get for growth out

here, because we just continue to shrink and lose our population.” Wind power advocates and many Western Kansas legislators share Smith’s sentiment. But opponents of the industry’s mandate - including the Kansas Chamber of Commerce and Americans for Prosperity - disagree, saying that the energy source is driving up Kansas utility rates. Smith has no doubt of the benefits of wind energy. The eight wind turbines on his land take

up eight acres of his farm ground. The surrounding turbines of Westar’s Central Plains Wind Farm provide $500,000 annually in subsidies to landowners and a payment of more than $250,000 annually to the county. He said repealing the standard would send the wrong message to the industry. “If we don’t bring the wind energy into this state, other states are going to pick up what we leave behind,” Smith said. “If Kansas isn’t pro-

gressive in developing the wind farms, they will build them without us. We might as well be with them instead of out in left field watching them being built around us.” In Topeka, the measure has drawn the ire of legislators in the seventh attempt to repeal the energy standards. Rep. Annie Kuether (D-Topeka) cautioned House members, saying legislators should wait to take up the energy standards again in the next session when an adequate debate is possible.

Changes to unclaimed property law

The Kansas Legislature has passed changes to the state’s unclaimed property laws. House Bill 2687 now waits Governor Sam Brownback’s signature to become law. “We continue to seek out opportunities to encourage businesses to comply with unclaimed property reporting requirements, while at the same time treating them more fairly,” said State Treasurer Ron Estes. The first change eliminated class B misdemeanor charges, which could have included prison time,

for businesses that fail to report unclaimed property. “Kansas was the only state to have potential prison time,” explained Estes. “And the State Treasurer’s Office hasn’t used the penalty in more than 20 years. We can charge interest and penalties to a delinquent party, and that ability is more than sufficient to encourage most businesses to comply with the act.” The second provision enables businesses to request an administrative hearing if they disagree

with the results of audits performed by the State Treasurer’s Office. “Through this change, we introduce an unbiased independent third party into the process of reviewing our audits without the delays and expense of litigating these disputes in court, which is great for the state and businesses alike,” said Estes. For more information about Kansas unclaimed property laws and reporting requirements, visit www.kansasstatetreasurer.com or call 1-800-4320386 (toll free).

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tions at any time, since they’ve already been taxed. However, to withdraw earnings without penalty you must be at least 59-1/2 and the funds must have been in the account for at least five years. To learn more about how the IRS treats 401(k) and IRA loans and withdrawals, visit www.irs. gov. Further financial implications. With 401(k) and traditional IRA withdrawals, the money is added to your taxable income, which could bump you into a higher tax bracket or even jeopardize certain tax credits, deductions and exemptions that are tied to your adjusted gross income. All told, you could end up paying half or more of your withdrawal in taxes, penalties and lost or reduced tax benefits. Lost Earnings Finally, if you borrow or withdraw your retirement savings, you’ll sacrifice the power of compounding, where interest earned on your savings is reinvested and in turn generates more earnings. You’ll forfeit any gains those funds would have earned for you, which over a couple of decades could add up to tens or hundreds of thousands of dollars in lost income. Bottom line: Carefully consider the potential downsides before tapping your retirement savings for anything other than retirement itself. If that’s your only recourse, consult a financial professional about the tax implications.

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Pastime at Park Lane The PLNH staff were saddened about the loss of Galen Steffens who passed away on May 3. Galen was employed in the maintenance department for over 12 years. We offer our sympathy to his family and friends. The First Baptist Church led Sunday afternoon services. Residents played pitch and dominoes on Monday afternoon. Game helpers were Dorothy King, Mandy Barnett, Wanda Kirk and Joy Barnett. Residents played Wii bowling on Monday evening. Pastor Bob Artz led Bible study on Tuesday morning. Doris Riner led the hymns. Chet Quance, Dighton, sang a variety of folk songs, western songs and hymns on Tuesday afternoon.

Bands perform at Park Lane

The Hit and Miss Band from the VIP Center performed on Thursday afternoon. Band members were Margie Stevens, Arlene Cauthon and Melody Stevens. The Blue Steele Band performed on Thursday evening. Band members are Mike Steele, Keith Steele and Daniel Dunn.

CWF delivers May baskets

CWF ladies from the First Christian Church delivered May baskets to each resident on Wednesday afternoon. Residents played trivia games on Tuesday evening. Rev. Warren Prochnow led Lutheran Bible study on Wednesday morning. Residents played bingo on Wednesday afternoon. Helpers were Madeline Murphy, Barbara Hutchins, Tammy Turley and Mandy Barnett. Fr. Bernard Felix led Catholic Mass on Friday morning. Rev. Warren

Prochnow led Lutheran services on Friday afternoon. Residents watched, Andy Griffith in “Aunt B’s Medicine Man” on Saturday afternoon. Herb Graves was visited by Kelsi Schwartz, Tina Turley, Ron Hess and Emily Wright. Mike Leach was visited by Linda Dunagan and Rev. Don Martin from St. Luke’s Church.

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Judy Redburn was visited by Wendy Derstine. Dottie Fouquet was visited by Jon and Anne Crane, Fritzie Rauch, Norene Rohrbough, Adrian and Collier Livingstone, and Mark and Terri Fouquet. Cecile Billings was visited by Ann Beaton, Linda Dunagan, Larry Billings and Delinda Dunagan. Edith Norman was visited by Sara Shane, Sue Riner, Randy Ryan, Forest Gough, Doris Riner, Jan Norman and Kim Smith. Bonnie Pickett was visited by Gloria Wright, Arlene Cauthon, Treva McCandless, and Larry and Philene Pickett. Harold and Ruth White was visited by Travis Jones and Angela Gerstner. Earl Gorman was visited by Loretta Gorman, Charlene Becht and Orville Gorman.

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Albert Dean was visited by Carol Davey, Jean Burgess and Louise Crist. Lorena Turley was visited by Neta Wheeler and Tracy Hess. Vivian Kreiser was visited by Larry and Sharon Lock. Jim and Yvonne Spangler were visited by Margie Stevens, Yvette Mills and Mary Ann Spangler. Clifford Dearden was visited by Janet Ottaway, Hays. Jake Leatherman was visited by Rod Leatherman and Garry Ratzlaff. Dona Dee Carpenter was visited by Pastor Dennis Carter, Roger and Jackie John, Larry LaPlant and Gloria O’Bleness. Lucille Dirks was visited by Vicki Dirks; Mary and J. Harvey Koehn from Andover; Dale Dirks, Garry Ratzlaff, Floyd and Vivian Dirks, and Rhonda Pyles.

Geraldine Graves was visited by Charlene Becht, and Kay, Tyler, Janet and Eli Soeken. Bob and Edith Clark, Oakley, were Saturday evening visitors of their aunt, Boots Haxton. They enjoyed supper together and then attended the Flatland Big Band concert where they were joined by Rod and Kathy Haxton. Harriet Jones was visited by Travis Jones, Nancy Holt, Annabelle McDaniel, and Rev. Don Martin from St. Luke’s Church. Delores Brooks was visited by Elsie Nagel, Fritzi Rauch, Cheryl Perry and Charles Brooks. Jim Jeffery was visited by Pastor Dennis Carter. Corine Dean was visited by Mary Plum, Arlene Cauthon, Margie Stevens, Aaron and Mandy Kropp, Diana Howard, Ron Hess, Warren Kropp, Mary Plum and Nikki Simmons.

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Leatrice Mary Lane

John Thomas Sullivan

Leatrice Mary Lane, 85, died April 30, 2014, at her daughter’s house in Cashion, Okla. Leatrice was born Nov. 23, 1928, in Wichita County, the daughter of Carl Ludwick and Mary (Koriel) Leatrice Lane Kiefer. A lifetime resident of Wichita and Greeley counties, she was a farm wife, homemaker, bookkeeper and a former dietician at the Greeley County Hospital. She was a member of the Parks Presbyterian Church, Wichita County, and the Greeley County VFW Auxiliary. On March 31, 1958, she married Thomas G. Lane at Parks Presbyterian Church. He died Nov. 21, 1992, at Garden City. Survivors include: two sons, Mitch, Tribune, and Steve, Joes, Colo.; three daughters, Mia Roemer,

John Thomas Sullivan, 41, died May 4, 2014, at Ozarks Community Hospital, Gravette, Ark. He was born on Dec. 8, 1972, the son of Thomas and Virginia (Whitaker) Sullivan. He worked as a welder, truck driver, cowboy and poultry farmer. John was a member of the Gentry Mennonite Church, Gentry, Ark. Survivors include: his parents, one son, Jake, and one brother, Edward, all of Maysville, Ark.; two sisters, Angela Hawkins, Sulphur Springs, Ark., and Veronica Lincoln,

and husband, Royce, Healy, Mary Lane, Tribune, and Julie Quast and husband, Randy, Cashion, Okla.; four grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her parents and eight siblings, Elizabeth “Lizzy” Riddough, Luevina Talbot, Lucy Perry, Lillie Hicks, Lee Kiefer, Lue Kiefer, Lester Kiefer and Leonard Kiefer. Funeral service was held May 5 at the United Methodist Church, Tribune, with Pastor Abby Caseman officiating. Burial was at the Greeley County Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to the Greeley County EMS or VFW Post No. 7521, Tribune, in care of Price and Sons Funeral Home, 322 2nd St., Tribune, Ks. 67879. Condolences may be sent to the family through the funeral home website at priceandsons.com.

Ponca City, Okla.; one step-daughter, Amanda Salinas, and husband, Raul, Siloam Springs, Ark.; grandmother, Frances Whitaker, Ponca City, Okla.; four grandchildren; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Funeral service was held May 8 at the Gentry Mennonite Church with Minister Dwayne Koehn and Deacon Daniel Unruh officiating. Burial was at the Gentry Mennonite Cemetery. To sign the online guestbook visit www.wassonfuneralhome.com.

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Robert Edward Chrislip Robert Edward Chrislip, 84, died May 3, 2014, at McPherson. He was born Feb. 21, 1930, at Manning, the son of Hartsil John and Charlotte Jane (France) Chrislip. He was a retired carpet installer. Survivors include: his wife, Janis, McPherson; two sons, Richard, and wife, Joyce, Wichita, and Michael, McPherson; two daughters, Marsha Adams, and husband, Wade, Bel Aire, and Krista George, and husband, Richard, Galva; one brother, Roger,

and wife, Patty, Augusta; one sister, Joyce Thiessen, and husband, Delbert, Hutchinson; 11 grandchildren and eight greatgrandchildren; and many other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Clayton; and one grandson, Finley. A celebration of life will be held Sun., May 18, 3:00 p.m., at the First Christian Church, 101 S. Walnut, McPherson. Condolences may be left for the family at www. bakerfhvc.com.

Judy K. Ribbing Judy K. Ribbing, 67, died May 3, 2014, at the Scott County Hospital, Scott City. She was born on Jan. 14, 1947, in Garden City, the daughter of Roy and Bessie (McClinden) Tabor. A resident of Scott City since 2007, moving from Garden City, she was a retired caterer and cook at the Moose Lodge, Garden City. Judy was a member of the Moose Lodge, Garden City. On Feb. 12, 1972, she

married Larry G. Ribbing in Garden City. He survives. Other survivors include: her mother-in-law, Geraldine Ribbing, Scott City; niece, Judy Knoll, Wichita; nephew, Robert Tabor, Topeka; six brothers-in-law and five sistersin-law. She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, one sister, one nephew and three nieces. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

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Deaths Charles Ralph Taylor

Galen J. Steffens

Charles (Charlie, Otis) Ralph Taylor, 91, died April 25, 2014. H e was born Nov. 13, 1 9 2 3 , the son of Ralph and Ethyl T a y l o r Charles Taylor in Williamsville, Ill. He was a World War II naval veteran of the Pacific Theatre. Following the war, at 21, he invented the weather cap and this was the beginning of many creative endeavors. After many years of farming in Kansas, the Taylor family moved to Tremonton, Utah, in 1955; Charlie and his father, Ralph, saw what no one else did in the Curlew Valley: irrigated farming. He was the first to drill big, deep wells which led to the development of thousands of acres, creating a truly groundbreaking, sustainable farming and ranching operation. In his spare time, Charlie opened and ran the local John Deere dealership for 24 years. Survivors include: his wife, Susan Sheaffer Taylor; three daughters, Harriet Ritter, and husband Chip, Lydia Poulsen and

Galen J. Steffens, 51, died May 3, 2014, at the Scott County Hospital, Scott City. He was born on Aug. 21, 1962, in Scott City, the son of Pete and Vicky (Hanzlick) Steffens. A lifetime resident of Scott City, he was a maintenance engineer for Park Lane Nursing Home, Scott City. Galen was a US Air Force veteran. Survivors include: fiancé, Penny Andrasek, Scott City; two daughters, Mikala Steffens, Scott City, and Mallory Steffens, Kansas City, Mo.; one step-son, Scott Bennett, Dodge City; parents, Scott City; one brother, Phil and wife, Danna, Scott City; two sisters, Cindy

husband, Dennis, and Martha Franks; son-inlaw Mark Lesko, and wife, Nancy; eight grandchildren and eight greatgrandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Mary; one brotherin-law, Lynn Nelson; one daughter, Nancy Taylor; one son-in-law, Daniel Franks; and one grandson, Charles Joseph Franks. Funeral service was held April 29 at the Tremonton Stake Center, Tremonton, Utah. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Intermountain Home Health and Hospice, the Wounded Warrior Project or the Snowville Ambulance. Contact information for memorials: Foundation for Homecare and Hospice www.intermountainhealthcare. org/services/homecare/ foundation/Pages/donatenow-ssl.aspx or call (801) 887-6208. The Wounded Warrior Project www. woundedwarriorproject. org/donate.aspx or call 1-877-832-6997. The Snowville Ambulance 435-872-8501. Online condolences may be shared at www. ruddfuneralhome.com.

Schmitt, and husband, Jeff, Kansas City, Mo., and Tammy Brand, Carthage, Mo.; also considered family: Julie Bennett, Minneola, and James Andrasek, Hutchinson; five grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his grandparents and one brother, Charles. Memorial service was held May 8 at Price and Sons Funeral Home, Scott City. Interment was at the Scott County Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Park Lane Nursing Home or Lake Scott State Park in care of Price and Sons Funeral Home, 401 S. Washington St., Scott City, Ks. 67871.

Dale Howard Fairchild Dale Howard Fairchild, 82, died April 30, 2014. He was born on Sept. 6, 1932, in Scott City, the son of Frenchie Fairchild and Laura Greenley. He had been a resident of Scott City for many years. Dale farmed, owned the Sears Catalog store and worked at numerous businesses in Scott City

including John Deere and The News Chronicle. He married Bernice Grube from Scott City. In 1962, he married Vicky Broaddooks, Scott City. She survives. Other survivors include two daughters, two sons and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.

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SCES Science Fair

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Luis Medellin (left) and Aiden Schwindt, third graders at Scott City Elementary School, try to provide warmth around the neck of a bottle that’s been frozen in order to cause gases to expand and force the quarter on the neck to “leap.” The experiment was one of many demonstrated by third graders during their science fair Monday evening. (Right) Ximena Garcia shows her display board of the solar system. (Record Photos)

4-H Club News

4-Hers plan reception at Park Lane, park clean-up

April meeting of the Lake Wide Awake 4-H Club met on Mon., April 14. Roll call was “What is your favorite subject in school?” It was answered by 16 members and four community leaders. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Chantz Yager. The 4-H Pledge was led by MariKate Crouch. We discussed the VIP process for KState Extension volunteers and spring cleaning the Dearden Park in Shallow

Water. We planned an ice cream and cookie reception for Park Place apartment residents on June 9 at 6:30 p.m. We will hold our June meeting after we serve the residents their dessert. Park clean-up will be May 20 at 7:00 p.m. There were no project talks at this meeting. Nick Storm led a game of “4 Corners.” Emily and Austen Turner were hosts. They brought delicious brownies. Alyssa Storm, reporter

New Horizons spruce up Wm. Carpenter 4-H Bldg. The members of the New Horizons 4-H club had their May meeting on Mon., May 5. Vice-President Karlee Logan led us in the meeting. Our club worked really hard at cleaning up around the Wm. Carpenter 4-H Building so it will look awesome for the month of May.

Our club voted to move our meeting time to 7:30 for the summer months. We will also be hosting After-School 4-H next week for the SCORE program. It will be a fun time of Barnyard Olympics. SCORE kids, you won’t want to miss it! Kylee Logan,

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State berth within reach of SC doubles

The first time that Dylan Hutchins and Bo Hess competed as No. 1 doubles was pretty forgettable for the Scott Community High School tennis players. “They’d been Class 4A-DII competing as our Regional No. 2 doubles and at Pratt had success so they May 9-10 wanted to try No. Teams: 1,” says coach Steve Andover-Central, Augusta, Kucharik. Their first Colby, Larned, opportunity was Pratt, Scott the Ellsworth Community, Ulysses, Invitational where Wellington, they ran into state Wichita- Trinity qualifying players Academy, from Ellsworth and Winfield Sterling. They lost both matches. “I was afraid they might get discouraged,” says Kucharik. “But they figured things out pretty quickly and won their next two matches.” And they’ve kept on winning. The duo will enter this week’s Class 4A-Division II regional tournament with a 17-5 record. Kucharik was reluctant to toss the pair against No. 1 competition since Hutchins is a sophomore and Hess, a freshman, is competing at the varsity level for the first time. “I felt they would be a good doubles team, but they would need time to get a feel for competing at this level,” says the SCHS coach. He’s not surprised at their success. They’re good friends, which obviously helps on the court. But more importantly, they’re fierce competitors - even when they have to play against each other, which happened recently during Scott City’s JV tournament. Both boys were eligible to compete in another tournament, but rather than play doubles, Kucharik had them playing No. 1 singles. Each advanced to the championship finals. “You could hear some talk between them,” says Kucharik. “Even though they’re good friends, neither was going to back down. They both wanted to win pretty bad.” Hess was the number one player on the team entering the tournament, but it was Hutchins who claimed bragging rights with his win in the finals. Despite their youth, Kucharik isn’t ruling out the possibility of Hutchins and Hess qualifying for state, though it won’t be easy. The Pratt regional will also include some central Kansas powerhouse programs such as AndoverCentral, Augusta, Wichita-Trinity and Winfield. “It puts us at a disadvantage because some of their kids have the opportunity to play tennis year-round. And they also see some pretty tough competition in (See TENNIS on page 28)

SCHS senior Rachel Anliker clears the bar at seven-feet six-inches during the Garden City Invitational on Tuesday. (Record Photo)

Career mark in javelin boosts Braun in the regional rankings One of the toughest track events to be successful at in just one season, says Scott Community High School assistant coach Aaron Dirks, is the javelin. “You’re trying to convince your body to do things that don’t come naturally,” he says. “(Former SCHS state champion Brenner) Wells was able to do that, but he was a freak.” Wells didn’t throw a javelin until his junior year and was a state medalist as a junior and a Class 3A state champion a year later. Madison Braun is proving that she is

also a quick learner. The sophomore is competing in high school track for the first time and never threw a javelin before this season. Yet, she has made steady progress, including a career best of 105-7 at the Garden City Invitational on Tuesday an improvement of nearly seven feet above her previous best. That moves her into the No. 3 spot in the Class 4A regional at Abilene where the Beavers will be competing in a couple of weeks. The top four regional medalists advance to state.

Her season best was one of two throws over 100 feet, “which shows it wasn’t a fluke,” says Dirks. And the coach feels there’s still a lot of room for improvement. “What she’s doing now is with natural ability. We still have a lot of things to improve with her technique, but she’s making progress each week,” Dirks says. “She’s becoming more consistent with her throwing style and that’s showing up with the steady improvement in her distance.” (See BRAUN on page 22)

SCHS boys are still battling for 4x400, 4x800 relay spots With only two meets remaining before regional, there is still some uncertainty about who will be competing on the 4x400m and 4x800m relays for the Scott Community High School boys. The relay picture became a little clearer following the Garden City Invitational on Tuesday. But one position on the 4x400m relay and two on the 4x800m relay are still up for grabs. Even though the 4x400m relay ran a season best on Tuesday, head coach Jim Turner is still leaving open the possibility of a lineup change.

“We’re going to give Wyatt (Kropp) a chance to see if he can earn a spot,” says Turner. The relay posted a season best of 3:31.85 under windy conditions - 1.7 seconds faster than their previous best. Tuesday’s lineup consisted of Brayden Strine (52.33), Irvin Lozano (53.63), Drake McRae (54.48) and Brett Meyer who ran a season best of 51.16 in the anchor spot as the Beavers finished in third place behind Liberal and Dodge City. McRae temporarily has the fourth spot on the relay after winning a run-

off earlier in the day with teammate Miguel Chavez - 54.74 to 55.3. Now it appears that McRae will have to hold off a challenge from Kropp as Turner tries to determine what the relay will look like heading into regional. Likewise, nothing is set in stone yet for the 4x800m relay. Well, part of it is chiseled into place. Only a broken leg will keep junior Brett Meyer off the relay. And even though Strine ran a competitive 800m for only the second time this season he’s locked down another spot. (See RELAYS on page 23)

Rookies finding their offense; SC can’t find a win

Scott City freshman Kevin Aguilera dives back to first base to avoid a pickoff attempt.

(Record Photo)

The rookies provided some offensive punch for the Scott Community High School baseball team in the opening game of their double-header with Ulysses on Tuesday. Freshman Kyle Cure, who had been in a season-long hitting slump, was 3-of-4 at the plate and senior Mel Turley, playing his first year of high Ulysses 19 24 Scott City 11 3 school ball, added four RBIs. It still wasn’t enough, however, for the Beavers to avoid a 19-11 loss in Great West Activities Conference play on the home field. Ulysses kept SCHS winless on the season with a 24-3 win in the nightcap. “We probably took a step back defensively,” says head coach Neil Baker. Scott City failed to convert some routine plays which kept innings alive for the Tigers. They also had opportunities for big offensive (See ROOKIES on page 24)


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Outdoors in Kansas

Braun

Sunday mornin’ gobbler

Wycoff Gets a Scare Senior sprinter Kelly Wycoff nearly lost her first race of the season before claiming a gold with a photo finish in the 100m. Wycoff’s 12.91 was well off her school record time set just four days earlier as she finished just ahead of Dodge City’s Brekk Flax who was also timed in 12.91, but had to settle for the silver. Wycoff admits she may have been a little too relaxed heading into the race after finding out Liberal’s top sprinter wasn’t going to be competing. “She always gives me a tough race, so when I saw she wasn’t running I guess I figured I wouldn’t have to worry about anyone else,” says Wycoff. When Flax was running stride-for-stride with Wycoff at the 50 meter mark, the senior knew she was in for a tight finish. “I was thinking ‘Where did she come from?”,” says Wycoff. “I knew I had to pull it together pretty fast.” Wycoff didn’t face any challenge in the 200m (25.9) and the 400m (58.68) where she easily swept gold medals. The 400m time - which was a season best by 28/100 of a second - was particularly impressive considering the strong south wind the runners had to face on the home stretch. “Under those conditions, that’s a pretty impressive time,” said head coach Jim Turner. The Lady Beavers added a season best in the 4x400m relay (4:11.77) to finish third behind Garden City and Dodge City. Nickel (63.64) had a solid leadoff leg, followed by Aubrey Davis (64.18), Wycoff (59.74) and Megan Thornburg (64.01). Davis and Thornburg had their fastest relay splits of the season as the Lady Beavers trimmed 1-1/2 seconds off their previous best. The 4x800m relay also finished third in 10:54.89, just five seconds off their season best. Members of the relay team were Thornburg (2:36.58), Paige Winderlin (2:42.63, a season best), Kylee Trout (2:45.45) and Cami Patton (2:50.16). Nickel added a fifth place finish in the triple jump (33-6) - just two inches shy of her season best - and was also fifth in the 300m low hurdles (50.10). Rachel Anliker was fifth in the pole vault (7-6).

by Steve Gilliland

The thing I love most about being out in the woods early in the morning is the serenity. Sunday morning at about 5:30 as I settled in for the chance at an early morning turkey it was peaceful alright, but not very quiet. Robins are early morning songsmiths and they were in overdrive. Add to their melodies the songs of a few cardinals and the occasional twittering of a couple of wrens and all the trees around me were alive with music. About the time the first bright orange sliver of the morning sun oozed above the horizon, a pair of great horned owls joined the chorus, calling to each other from different parts of the pasture. I sat behind a tree that split into three trunks a few feet above the ground. Several old strands of rusted barbed wire hung just to my right and ran along an overgrown fencerow that divided the pasture where I sat from a small wheat field to my right. To the left was another thick fencerow that divided the pasture from the farmstead behind me. The owner’s barn was just a stone’s throw away. A small group of turkeys had been roosting at the far corner of the pasture and they usually grazed their way diagonally across it so they could jump the fence into the wheat just in front of where I was sitting. Last Saturday morning, my dad and I sat under a big, downed tree limb just 30 feet away, but got busted somehow and the turkeys “turned tail” and headed in the opposite direction. Before we went home I cleaned out the little blind where I now sat. (See GOBBLER on page 24)

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SCHS senior Aubrey Davis takes the baton from Megan Thornburg in the 4x100m relay at the Garden City Invitational. (Record Photo)

Wycoff breaks her own school record in 100m

Ideal conditions provided Kelly Wycoff the opportunity she had been waiting for at the Cheney Invitational on Friday. The senior sprinter blew away the rest of the field with a 100m time of 12.21 - not only winning a gold medal but breaking her own school record by 1/100 of a second. Not bad considering she was running out of lane one after coasting through the prelims. “I probably took it a little too easy,” she admits after running a 13.17. But she didn’t let the lane assignment prevent her from running an outstanding race in the finals. While Wycoff hasn’t been real pleased with her starts this season in the 100m and 200m, she was able to get out of the blocks well on Friday. A school record, however, came as a bit of a surprise. “Actually, I felt the 200 was my better race. If I’d have gotten the 200 record I wouldn’t have been surprised,” she says. “The

100 record did surprise me.” It was easy to understand why the senior thought she might have been able to break her own 200m record. She ran a season best of 25.25 - improving on her previous fastest time this year of 25.42. That’s just off her school record of 25.02 and is the second fastest time in school history. She completed her gold medal sweep with a 59.68 in the 400m.

Thornburg Wins 800m Senior Megan Thornburg had an impressive day on the track with season bests in the 800m (2:29.72) for a gold medal along with her fastest split times of the year in the 4x400m (64.1) and the 4x800m (2:31.13) relays. Thornburg improved on her season best in the 800 by more than four seconds. With Thornburg in the leadoff leg, the Lady Beavers had their fastest time of the season in the 4x800m relay (10:49.69) to claim first place. Other relay members were Macy Berning (2:47.44),

Kylee Trout (2:45.44) and Cami Patton (2:45.8, career best). Scott City sliced nearly 4-1/2 seconds off their previous fastest time of the season to win the 4x400m in 4:13.42. Relay split included Wycoff (61.06), Aubrey Davis (65.32) and Bailey Nickel (53.19). Nickel had her fastest times of the season in the 300m low hurdles (49.10, 3rd) and the 100m high hurdles (16.04, 5th). “It was a pretty tough field in the high hurdles,” says Turner. “The good news is that everyone who finished ahead of her was (Class) 3A.” Trout turned in the fastest time of her career in the open 800m (2:41,31, 6th) and Kiana Yager’s toss of 75-11 beat her previous career best by just over 10 feet. Rachel Anliker was fourth in the pole vault (7-6). Scott City added a fourth place finish in the 4x100m (55.33). Relay members were Thornburg, Davis, Anliker and Kaylene McGonagle.


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Relays (continued from page 21)

Strine ran a season best of 2:06.44 in the leadoff spot and Meyer finished with a 2:02.06 as the anchor. In between were Lozano (2:11.62) and Chavez (2:11.45). “Brayden will probably be on the 4x800 the rest of the season,” says Turner. He’s still hoping that two runners will break out of the pack and earn the other two spots. “We have three boys who are running pretty consistently around 2:11 and we need for two of them to start getting their times into the 2:06 to 2:08 range,” Turner says. Figuring into that mix are Lozano, Chavez and freshman Jess Drohman. With Strine and Meyer as the bookends capable of running two minutes or faster, Turner feels that if they can get two other runners to shave about five seconds off their season bests that could be fast enough to get them onto the awards stand at state. “It’s a matter of who wants it Scott City’s Heath Briggs runs at the front of the pack in the 1600m on Tuesday in the Garden City Invitational. bad enough and who’s capable (Record Photo) of seeing just how fast they can run,” says the head coach. ous best - to earn a silver medal. Meyer’s 2:02.8 was good for field in the 100m with a time weeks,” notes Turner. “They’ve got a couple of weeks “Again, under those condi- a second place finish in the of 12.24. That was just 13/100 Kropp added a fourth place to show me what they can do.” tions, that was a good time,” 800m. He ran a 58 second first of a second off his career best finish in the 300m int. hurdles notes Turner. “I know he’s frus- lap, but once again got tripped against the wind. (44.06). Strine Wins Silver trated because it seems that he’s up on the second lap. This time “If he can do that into the Junior Wyatt Eitel’s toss of Strine ran a very solid time always taking second place, but it happened on the final curve. wind than I wouldn’t be sur- 127-2 improved on his career of 51.67 in the 400m - shaving he’s still bringing his time down Sophomore Wyatt Kropp prised to see him breaking 12 best by nearly eight feet and 1/10 of a second off his previ- and that’s what we want to see.” finished sixth against a tough (seconds) in the next couple of earned him a fifth place finish.

SCHS boys collect 4x400, 4x800 relay golds at Cheney

The times weren’t stellar, but that didn’t prevent the Scott Community High School boys from winning the 4x400m and 4x800m relays at the Cheney Invitational on Friday. The Beavers didn’t threaten their season bests in either event, but they still managed to come away with the wins. The 4x400m (3:35.1) was

1-1/2 seconds off their season best. Miguel Chavez (53.83) and Brett Meyer (52.27) did run their fastest splits of the season. Also on the relay were Brayden Strine (52.84) and Kevin Lozano (55.89). Strine (2:09.6) ran the leadoff leg for the 4x800m relay which posted a winning time of

8:41.76. Other relay members were Chavez (2:11.37), Oscar Armendariz (2:14.56) and Meyer (2:06.31). Meyer was able to coast to a gold medal in the 800m in a time of 2:06.7. Strine claimed a silver medal in the 400m (51.97) and was fourth in the pole vault (10-5).

Senior Martin Gough finished fourth in the 110m high hurdles with a season best of 16.57 to claim a fourth place medal. Meyer, who was competing in the long jump for the first time, was fifth with a leap of 18-2 3/4. Chantz Yager was fifth in the triple jump (34-8 1/4).

Also turning in their fastest times of the season in the 200m were K. Lozano (24.93) and Josh Becker (25.98). Wyatt Eitel’s toss of 39-11 3/4 in the shot put was a career best along with Matt Tuttle’s mark of 37-1 1/2. Evan Cardenas also established a season best in the discus (105-7).


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Recruiting loss not a disaster for Jayhawks Kansas basketball lost to Texas in the recruiting battle for highly rated seven-footer Myles Turner. That’s not all bad. KU is well-stocked in the pivot for next season. And it’s by not practical Mac to depend too Stevenson heavily on the one-and-done wonders that surface every season. If Turner had chosen KU, it would have created some problems for Coach Bill Self. He has five capable inside players who are ready to go next season: Landen Lucas, Hunter Mickelson, Perry Ellis, Jamari Traylor and incoming freshman Cliff Alexander. Lucas has paid his dues and deserves a chance to play in the regular rotation. He redshirted his freshman year and played sparingly last season. Lucas has talent and three more years of eligibility. If Turner had come to KU, Lucas’s minutes might have been very limited again. As it stands, Lucas can establish himself as a solid center and play substantial minutes. Turner would have been at KU for one season and made the usual number of freshman mistakes. It’s a plus to have one or two standout freshman - like Alexander and Kelly Oubre - but two one-and-dones per season is plenty. If Self has more than two one-year players and loses all of them to the NBA, and follows that with a poor recruiting season, the Jayhawks will be short of talent. In today’s college basketball, it’s a delicate balancing act to have the right combination of four-year players and one-and-done phenoms. Self has done an excellent job of balancing his roster. Kansas isn’t going to win the Big 12 championship every season; the streak of 10 consecutive titles has to come to an end sometime and it might be next season. But don’t count the Jayhawks out just yet. There’s plenty of talent for Coach Self to have another outstanding team. Pitching in a Slump Just when it looked like the Kansas City Royals’ hitters were slowly coming (See JAYHAWKS on page 27)

Rally not enough in SC sweep at Colby The Scott Community High School baseball team has started to show it can score. Unfortunately, they haven’t shown an ability to keep other Scott City 9 1 Colby 23 10 teams from scoring. The Beavers were able to climb back into their opening game at Colby last Friday with eight runs in the top of the third inning, but that wasn’t near enough to avoid losing both ends of their double-header, 23-9 and 10-1. The eight-run inning had cut a 10-1 Colby lead to 10-9 after 2-1/2 innings. Hunter Braun sparked the rally with a leadoff double and Keigun Wells reached base on an infield hit and error that scored Braun.

Rookies innings end when, on two occasions, line outs resulted in players being doubled off second base with the bases loaded. “I don’t fault the boys at second,” Baker says. “Each time the ball was well hit, but it was hit right at someone and our guys froze for a moment and couldn’t get back to second in time to avoid the out.” Ulysses jumped out to a 12-0 lead in the opener and were threatening to end the game early with the mercy rule when SCHS pushed across nine runs in the bottom of the fourth. Senior Keigun Wells, who was 3-of-4 with three RBIs,

Gobbler I positioned my camp chair to look straight ahead to the right of the tree. To see anywhere else I had to lean back and peek around the trunk to my left. As I listened to the orchestra of birds singing around me I suddenly began hearing the distant, unmistakable, almost humorous, rattling call that God gave male wild turkeys. At least two toms gobbled endlessly as they prepared to come down from their roost. Then, just as suddenly as they’d started, they were quiet again as they hit the ground and began their morning pilgrimage toward my end of the pasture. I wouldn’t be able to see them until they were close to me, so I had to rely on the

Freshman Justin Faurot, who hit the ball hard all day and was 2-of-3 in the game, followed with a double that put runners on second and third. Despite back-to-back strikeouts, the Beavers were able to keep the inning alive with an infield single and RBI from senior Mel Turley. Freshman Kevin Auilera then delivered a seeing eye single through the right side of the infield that scored three runs. The Beavers added two more base runners on fielding errors by the Eagles and capped the big frame with a hard single by Wells that hopped over the shortstop and scored two runs. The momentum didn’t last long as SCHS allowed three runs in the bottom of the third and Colby took control of the

game with 10 runs in the fourth inning. Despite finding some offense in the opener, it was a disappointing day for the winless Beavers. “One of our goals was to come out of here with a split,” says head coach Neil Baker. “(Luke) Cox is probably one of the two best pitchers we’ve seen this year and we hit him pretty well.” SCHS had nine hits in the game, including two each by Braun, Baker and Turley. The game got off to a rough start when Colby scored eight runs in the first inning - but only two of those were earned. Colby’s leadoff batter hit an infield pop up that dropped for an error. “Those are the plays you can’t afford. It’s a routine pop

up,” says Baker. “That kills your pitcher. “It comes down to our ability to stop teams from scoring.” Because of injuries the Beavers were also forced to start some players for their first time and put others in new positions. Aguilera was behind the plate for the first time in his career and Turley was starting in right field. “Mel was 2-of-3 - not bad for a kid starting his first game,” Baker notes. In the nightcap the Beavers managed just six hits, led by freshman Kyle Cure who was 2-of-3 at the plate. Scott City scored a run in the top of the third inning to tie the game at 1-1, but gave up four runs in the bottom of the third and four more in the fifth inning.

after allowing Ulysses four more runs in the top of the fifth. “Kyle is starting to make better contact with the ball. He’s seeing it better out of the pitcher’s hand and in the last couple of games he’s started to be more patient at the plate,” says Baker. Starting pitcher Wells allowed seven earned runs and gave up eight walks in three innings. Hunter Braun pitched the final four innings, giving up just six hits and only one earned run.

two innings in the nightcap, but the game quickly got away from the Beavers when Ulysses scored seven and 12 runs in the next two frames. SCHS (14-0) had just seven hits, but three of those were doubles by Baker, Rumford and Turley. Baker was 3-of-3 at the plate. Scott City will host Hugoton on Friday and close out their regular season on the home field Thursday against Goodland in GWAC play. The Beavers will host the Class 4A-Division II regional tournament on Tues., May 20, which will also include Colby, Goodland and Hugoton.

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got things started with a oneout single, followed by a walk to Justin Faurot and a RBI single by Cure. Turley hit a deep shot over the left fielder for a tworun double, Chase Rumford walked and a sacrifice advanced runners to second and third. The Ulysses pitcher continued to struggle by issuing three straight walks followed by the first of two doubles by Wells that cleared the bases. Two batters later, Cure added a RBI single. While they were able to cut the deficit to 12-9, the Beavers were unable to get any closer

Drop Nightcap SCHS trailed just 5-2 after

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two guys gobbling every once in awhile to gauge how close they were. For the next 30 minutes or so the rising sun was so bright I couldn’t have seen a turkey if it had been roosting on the end of my gun barrel. Finally, as I peeked around to my left, several hens were chasing bugs about a hundred yards out, and where the hens are, the gobblers will soon follow. Sure enough, right on cue two fanned-out males danced and twirled their way out from behind some bushes as they continued their never-ending quest to impress their ladies. Back and forth they went, stutter-stepping and prancing right and left in tiny circles like masculine, feathered ballerinas.

They would all go right and disappear from my sight behind the tree, then minutes later appear again to the left. As their trek brought them ever closer to my corner of the pasture, I could finally see them on the right side of the tree. I drew a bead on the bigger of the two gobblers as they grazed and twirled their way toward me. The shooting stick on which I rest my shotgun barrel to hold it steady was a bit too low, so at the last minute I had to raise the gun barrel as I shot and harvested the big tom. I’m not very good as a turkey caller and I can’t use one of the mouth calls that would leave my hands free and cause

very little movement when I call. I think that’s what busted us last week as I worked a wooden hand call from beneath the downed tree limb where we sat. This morning I had decided to use no decoys and do no calling. I just positioned myself where the turkeys would pass by. It worked and I now have a dandy wild turkey in the refrigerator. Sunday morning turkey hunts have been kind to me over the years and today I was home and had the bird cleaned in time to make church. Continue to Explore Kansas Outdoors! Steve can be contacted by email at stevegilliland@idkcom.net

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Mehl 2nd in 1600m at WaKeeney

In the rugged Goldsmith Relays at WaKeeney, Leoti senior Josh Mehl claimed a silver medal in the 1600m. Mehl was locked in a dual with Ness City’s Dray Carson (4:31.4) and finished just over a second off the winning pace in a time of 4:31.4. Mehl added a third place finish in the 800m (2:04.94). The WCHS boys finished third in the Goldsmith Relays with 69 points, trailing Goodland (125) and Hays-TMP (101). Bryson Bloedorn continued his strong season in the shot put, claiming a silver medal with a toss of 43-2 1/4. Senior Lane Ridder was a runner-up in the 3200m (10:52.19). The 4x800m relay finished second in 8:58.94. Jantz Budde was a double medalist, finishing second in the 200m (23.67) and third in the 100m (11.74). Sophomore Gabe Fletcher qualified for the Wichita County High School’s Zeke Castillo competes in the triple jump (Record Photo) finals in the 110m high during track action earlier this season. hurdles (4th, 17.08) and in the 300m IH, finishing win a gold in the 200m Winning the event was sixth (46.0). (27.4). Demi Murray (Oberlin) Senior Katie Bailey with a distance of 128-4). had a big toss of 115-4 Anna Leigh Whitham Kenfield Wins 200m Vallie Kenfield ran 1/2 to pick up a silver was a silver medalist in the shot put (31-9 1/2). away from the field to medal in the javelin.

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SCMS Track April 24, 2014 • at Colby 7th Grade Girl Team points: Colby 62, Scott City 49, Goodland 34, Oakley 27. Long jump: Kally Kough, 2nd, 11-8; Alyssa Storm, 3rd, 10-10. Triple jump: Hoeme, 3rd, 23-3; Molly Eikenberry, 4th, 21-10. Shot put: Jera Drohman, 2nd, 26-6.25; Abbigail Orr, 3rd, 26-5. Discus: Irit Sanchez, 4th, 53-10. Pole vault: Katelyn Forred, 1st, 6-6; Kough, 2nd, 6; Stacy Dominguez, 3rd, 5-6. 200m: Lynell Wessel, 4th, 33.23. 400m: Aly Tarango, 3rd, 1:14.3’ Dominguez, 4th, 1:16.12. 800m: Hallie Wiechman, 3rd, 3:18. 1600m: Karina Ayala, 1st, 6:34.5; Weichman, 3rd, 7:08; Kodi Rogers, 4th, 8:15.5. 4x200m relay: Wessel, Tarango, Storm, Kough, 2nd, 2:16.2. 4x400m relay: Dominguez, Tarango, Ayala, Forred, 2nd, 5:10.6 4x800m relay: Hoeme, Rogers, Eikenberry, Ayala, 1st, 12:35.87.

SCHS Track April 29, 2014 • at Cheney Girl’s Division Pole vault: Rachel Anliker, 4th, 7-6. 100m: Kelly Wycoff, 1st, 12.21. 200m: Wycoff, 1st, 25.25. 400m: Wycoff, 1st, 59.68. 800m: Megan Thornburg, 1st, 2:29.72; Kylee Trout, 6th, 2:41.31. 110m high hurdles: Bailey Nickel, 5th, 16.04. 300m int. hurdles: Nickel, 3rd, 49.10. 4x100m relay: Thornburg, Aubrey Davis, Anliker, Kaylene McGonagle, 4th, 55.33. 4x400m relay: Thornburg, Wycoff, Davis, Nickel, 1st, 4:13.42. 4x800m relay: Thornburg, Macy Berning, Trout, Cami Patton, 1st, 10:49.69.

Boy’s Division Long jump: Brett Meyer, 5th, 18-2.75. Triple jump: Chantz Yager, 5th, 34-8.25. Pole Vault: Brayden Strine, 4th, 10-6. 400m: Strine, 2nd, 51.97; Miguel Chavez, 6th, 55.33. 800m: Meyer, 1st, 2:06.70. 1600m: Oscar Armendariz, 6th, 5:02.40. 100m high hurdles: Martin Gough, 4th, 16.57. 300m int. hurdles: Wyatt Kropp, 4th, 43.28; Gough, 6th, 8th Grade Girls 43.66. Team points: Scott City 73, Colby 58, Goodland 47, 4x400m relay: Strine, Chavez, Meyer, Kevin Lozano, 1st, Oakley 7 3:35.10. High jump: Jordan Miller,1st (T), 4-6. 4x800m: Strine, Chavez, Armendariz, Meyer, 1st, 8:41.76. Long jump: Jalynn Habiger, 3rd, 12-1; Gracy Chambless, 4th, 11-8. May 6, 2014 • at Garden City Shot put: Tasha Dearden, 2nd, 28-2.5; Emily Glenn, 4th, Varsity Girl’s Division 26-9. Triple jump: Bailey Nickel, 5th, 33-6. Discus: Dearden, 1st, 72-9; Glenn, 3rd, 68-5.25. Javelin: Madison Braun, 5th, 105-7. Pole vault: Habiger, 1st (T), 7-6; Olivia Prieto,3rd, 7; Emily Pole vault: Rachel Anliker, 5th, 7-6. Smith, 4th, 6-6. 100m: Kelly Wycoff, 1st, 12.91. 100m: Habiger, 3rd, 14.96. 200m: Wycoff, 1st, 25.90. 200m: Miller, 2nd, 29.58. 400m: Wycoff, 1st, 58.68. 400m: Makaela Stevens, 1st, 1:06.6; Smith, 4th, 1:12.3. 300m low hurdles: Nickel, 5th, 50.10. 800m: Stevens, 1st, 2:48.6. 4x400m relay: Nickel, Aubrey Davis, Wycoff, Megan 1600m: Trella Davis, 3rd, 6:37.8. 3200m: Davis, 1st, 14:43.2; Kaitlyn Roberts, 2nd, 15:27.5; Thornburg, 3rd, 4:11.77. 4x800m relay: Thornburg, Paige Winderlin, Kylee Trout, Ashley Prewit, 3rd, 16:33.4. Cami Patton, 3rd, 2:50.16. 100m hurdles: Wood, 4th, 57:36. 200m hurdles: Miller, 1st, 33.56. Jr. Varsity Girl’s 4x100m relay: Wood, Chambless, Habiger, Prieto, 2nd, Shot put: Katie Nowak, 3rd, 26-6; Clarissa Ratzlaff, 4th, 58.99. 26-4. 4x200m relay: Wood, Davis, Roberts, Stevens, 1st, Discus: Lizzy Eikenberry, 5th, 69-10. 2:07.6. Javelin: Ratzlaff, 3rd, 83-1; Kiana Yager, 4th, 80-4. 4x400m relay: Bailey Latta, Smith, Shantice Lara, Miller, Pole vault: Eikenberry, 3rd, 7, Nancy Wiebe, 5th, 6-6. 2nd, 4:50.82. 4x800m relay: Prieto, Lara, Roberts, Stevens, 1st, 12:20. Varsity Boy’s Division Discus: Wyatt Eitel, 5th, 127-2. April 26, 2014 • at Goodland 100m: Wyatt Kropp, 6th, 12.24. 7th Grade Girls 400m: Strine, 2nd, 51.67. 800m: Brett Meyer, 2nd, 2:02.80. Team points: Colby 130, Ulysses 109, Scott City 89, 300m int. hurdles: Kropp, 4th, 44.06. Goodland 68, Wray 53, Burlington 37, Oakley 25 4x400m relay: Strine, Irivn Lozano, Drake McRae, Meyer, Long jump: Lynell Wessel, 2nd, 12-8; Alyssa Storm, 6th, 3rd, 3:31.85. 11-6.75. 4x800m: Strine, I. Lozano, Miguel Chavez, Meyer, 3rd, Shot put: Jera Drohman, 3rd, 26-8. 8:31.90. Discus: Drohman, 6th, 52-3. Pole vault: Katelyn Forred, 1st, 6-6; Kally Kough, 2nd, Jr. Varsity Boy’s 6-6. Shot put: Tre Stewart, 4th, 37-3.5. 100m: Forred, 1st, 14.01. Discus: Stewart, 2nd, 111. 200m: Wessel, 6th, 34.1. 400m: Kevin Lozano, 2nd, 55.40. 1600m: Karina Ayala, 1st, 6:34.2. 1600m: Heath Briggs, 3rd, 5:22.39. 200m high hurdels: Kodi Rogers, 5th, 43.6. 4x400m relay: K. Lozano, Jess Drohman, Briggs, Draven 4x100m: Kough, Ayala, Drohman, Forred, 1st, 59.71. McRae, 2nd, 3:55.99. 4x200m relay: Wessel, Drohman, Alyssa Storm, Kough, 4x800m relay: Drohman, K. Lozano. Briggs, Dv. McRae, 2nd, 2:18.7. 1st, 9:21.16. 4x400m relay: Ayala, Hoeme, Wessel, Forred, 2nd, 5:09.6. 4x800m relay: Hoeme, Rogers, Molly Eikenberry, Hallie Wiechman, 2nd, 13:18.2. 8th Grade Girls Team points: Scott City 127, Goodland 118, Colby 114, Ulysses 64.5, Wray 63.5, Burlington 53, Oakley 13 High jump: Shantice Lara, 3rd, 4-6; Jalynn Miller, 4th, 4-0. Long jump: Jalynn Habiger, 6th, 12-11.5. Shot put: Emily Glenn, 6th, 24-11. Discus: Glenn, 3rd, 66. Pole vault: Habiger, 2nd, 7; Emily Smith, 4th(T), 6. 400m: Makaela Stevens, 1st, 1:04.5. 800m: Stevens, 1st, 2:43.2. 1600m: Trella Davis, 2nd, 6:37.8; Ashley Prewit, 5th, 7:25.5. 3200m: Davis, 1st, 15:31.99; Kaitlyn Roberts, 2nd; Prewit, 3rd, 17:24. 200m hurdles: Miller, 2nd, 33.63; Wood, 6th, 9:36. 4x100m relay: Wood, Smith, Habiger, Miller, 2nd, 57.39. 4x200m relay: Wood, Davis, Roberts, Stevens, 4th, 2:09.5. 4x400m relay: Bailey Latta, Smith, Lara, Miller, 3rd, 4:51.6. 4x800m relay: Lara, Latta, Roberts, Stevens, 1st, 11:41.2

Fishing Report Scott State Lake Updated April 24 Channel cats: fair, up to 6.5 lbs. Cutbait fished off the bottom in sun-warmed shallows has produced a few fish. Crappie: good; most up to 9 inches. Jigs and minnows fished around the fish attractors or up in the creek continue to be the most reliable. But look for fish to move shallow for spawning once we enter into a more prolonged period of warm and stable weather. Walleye/saugeye: saugeye, fair; up to 3.6 lbs.; walleye, good; up to 6.1 lbs. Jig and nightcrawler or minnow combos drifted or slow retrieved over well defined points or over gravelly shelves. Largemouth bass: slow; up to 5.5 lbs. Slow retrieving soft plastics, suspending jerkbaits, and slow-rolling spinnerbaits around structure along sunny shorelines. Sunfish: good; up to 8 inches. Vertically fishing small jig heads tipped with small pieces of nightcrawler or whole mealworms around the fish attractors and along rip-rapped shorelines and edges of the cattails.


8th grade girls claim first at Goodland

Led by a 1-2-3 finish in the 3200m, the Scott City Middle School eighth grade girls claimed first place in the Goodland Invitational track meet. Trella Davis (15.31.99) led the trio of top finishers for the Lady Bluejays, followed by teammates Kaitlyn Roberts and Ashley Prewit (17:24). Mikaela Stevens was a double gold medalist in the 400m (64.5) and the 800m (2:43.2). SCMS finished with 127 points, followed by Goodland (118) and Colby (114). The 4x800m relay added a gold medal in a time of 11:41.2. Relay members were Shantice Lara, Bailey Latta, Roberts and Stevens. Jalynn Habiger was among the Bluejays who picked up silver medals. Habiger cleared sevenfeet in the pole vault to finish second. Davis was a runnerup in the 1600m (6:37.8) while Jordan Miller was second in the 200m hurdles (33.63). Forred Wins Vault In the seventh grade division, Katelyn Forred was a gold medalist in the pole vault while teammate Kally Kough was second. Both girls cleared six-feet-six inches. Forred also sprinted to a gold in the 100m (14.01) Karina Ayala was a gold medalist in the 1600m (6:34.2). The 4x100m relay finished first in 59.71. Members of the relay were Kough Ayala, Jerra Drohman and Forred. The 4x200m relay added a silver in 2:18.7. Competing on the relay were Lynell Wessel, Drohman, Alyssa Storm and Kough. Scott City was also second in the 4x400m relay (5:09.6). Relay members were Ayala, Hoeme, Wessel and Forred. Completing the relays with a second place finish in the 4x800m (13.18.2) were Hoeme, Kodi Rogers, Molly Eikenberry and Hallie Wiechman.

Jayhawks out of hibernation, another problem raised its ugly head: The pitching - both starters and the bullpen has begun to falter. Lefthander Bruce Chen has been placed on the 15-day disabled list with lower back problems and it’s unlikely that he will return to the starting rotation. The sun is setting on Chen’s career. James Shields is the ace of the staff and Detroit cuffed him all over Kauffman Stadium in the opener of the three-game series last Friday night. KC will be dead in the water if Shields isn’t consistently effective. However, one

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bad outing does not a season make. In the second game of the Detroit series, Danny Duffy started in place of Chen. He was fortunate to give up just one run in four innings. Duffy is wild. He walked the bases full in the top of the fourth and managed to get out of it, giving up just one run. Jeremy Guthrie has been ineffective in several starts. His pitches aren’t as lively as they were two seasons ago. Guthrie is okay but nothing special. Jason Vargas was slapped around unmercifully on Sunday as Detroit swept the series.

Yordano Ventura has pitched very well as have Shields and Vargas in most of their starts. But right now, the Royals are short one starter and maybe two if Guthrie continues to have problems. As for the bullpen, Louis Coleman and Kelvin Herrera have been disappointments. Coleman has been hit hard and Herrera’s control is a liability. Wade Davis has been up and down; his control has also been suspect. Aaron Crow is pitching better and closer Greg Holland has been coming on strong when he gets a chance to pitch. Overall the pitching

has hit a bump in the road and the hitting continues to be abysmal. Manager Ned Yost evidently didn’t think the Detroit series was particularly important. How wrong can he be. Following Sunday’s rout, the Royals were seven games behind the Tigers in the loss column. That’s hard to make up. Yost, for whatever reason, thinks he has to play his reserves frequently. That decision is hard to justify, especially in games as important as they were playing against Detroit. In the final game of the series, Yost put Justin

Maxwell in center in place of Jerrod Dyson; Danny Valencia at third for Mike Moustakas; and Brett Hayes as catcher for Salvy Perez. Maxwell’s career average in the majors is .228; Hayes is hitting .220 and Valencia only .263. Putting those three guys in the lineup weakened an already fragile batting order and the defense also suffered. If Yost follows this strategy throughout the season, he should do it one reserve at a time. He should never have started three mediocre subs in a game that KC needed to win.


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JV boys claim 4x800m gold; Stewart has PR

The 4x800m boy’s relay collected a gold medal and Scott Community High School added three silver medals in the junior varsity division of the Garden City Invitational on Tuesday. The relay posted a winning time of 9:21.16 with freshman Jess Drohman (2:13.51) in the leadoff spot. He was followed by Kevin Lozano (2:17.48), Heath Briggs (2:21.39, season best) and Draven McRae (2:27.18). That same combination, but in a different order, picked up a silver medal in the 4x400m (3:55.99). Lozano’s leadoff split of 56.66 set the pace for the Beavers. Despite a stiff south wind, earlier in the day Lozano ran a career best in the 400m (55.40) to pick up a silver medal. The freshman improved

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on his previous PR by 22/100 of a second. Freshman Tre Stewart extended his career best in the discus by nearly four feet with a toss of 111-feet to win a silver medal. Stewart added a fourth place finish in the shot put (37-3 1/2). Drohman also claimed a fourth place finish in the 800m (2:20.59). Javelin PRs Career bests by freshmen Clarissa Ratzlaff (83-1) and Kiana Yager (80-4) earned them third and fourth place finishes in the junior varsity javelin. Ratzlaff improved on her previous best by 2-1/2 feet while Yager added Scott City freshman Tre Stewart had a career best in the discus at the Garden City Invitational on 4-1/2 feet. Tuesday. (Record Photo) The Lady Beavers also had career marks in the shot put where Katie was fourth. feet for a bronze medal in tied for fifth place. claimed by Eikenberry in Nowak (26-6) finished Freshman Lizzy the pole vault while freshThe only other medal the discus (69-10) who third and Ratzlaff (26-4) Eikenberry cleared seven- man Nancy Wiebe (6-6) for the JV girls was was fifth.

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the Wichita area throughout the season,” says Kucharik. “They don’t respect programs from Western Kansas. We have to go on the court and earn their respect,” Kucharik says. The other doubles team competing at regional will consist of seniors Cole Allen/Cole Birney. Competing in singles will be sophomore Alberto Araiza (17-11) and senior Chris Green (8-13). While Araiza has put together a very solid sophomore season, the singles field at regional will be stacked. “Considering the caliber of kids who will be there, it’s going to be pretty tough for a sophomore to come out of there and get to state,” says Kucharik. “But that’s not to say that Alberto couldn’t surprise a couple of guys.” There’s no doubt that making the jump from Class 3A to Class 4A had an impact on Scott City’s state qualifying hopes. “If we were in 3A, I’d really like our chances of getting to state in doubles and singles. In 4A, it’s a whole different game,” he says. “We can get there, but we’re going to have to knock off a couple of higher seeds along the way.”

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big band, big sound Flatlanders are having fun . . . and they’re not afraid to show it Big band is more than just an era . . . or a group of musicians. It’s a sound. It’s a distinctive sound that not only brings back a flood of memories for those who lived through the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s with the likes of George Gershwin’s “Foggy Day” or with Glenn Miller’s timeless 1940s hit, “In the Mood.” But the Flatland Big Band isn’t about to be stereotyped as a group that plays music from a bygone era. Director Clint Raynes also mixes in contemporary songs that include rock and roll legend Van Morrison’s “Moondance” and Stevie Wonder’s “You are the Sunshine of My Life.” However, this is more than a gathering of outstanding musicians from across Kansas and even Oklahoma. These musicians are having fun. And it begins with the loose atmosphere created by director Clint Raynes who likes to share jokes and stories during rehearsal and the performance. “Have fun and look like you are,” says Raynes during rehearsal, as if the band needed a reminder. When pianist Steve Lueth of Great Bend noted that one of the keys was flat, Mark Webster, a band director from Great Bend quipped, “You need better posture.” As much fun as they have, make no mistake, these are serious musicians when it comes to the quality of their work. “Last year after we finished I remarked that I hadn’t played with a band of this caliber since I’d been on the jazz band at Wichita State,” said Ryan Partin, a band director at Ulysses who played the lead alto sax. Raynes sends out most of the music 4-6 weeks ahead of the performance so the musicians can become familiar with their parts. “Once we get here we get to see how it all fits together,” says Partin. “Everyone here plays at such a high level that they make it seem a lot easier than it is.” Playing in the band for the third consecutive year since it relocated at Scott Community High School was baritone sax player Makenzi Johnson, who co-directs the Dighton band program with her husband, Chris. “I love coming here. It’s the only time I get to play the bari sax,” says Makenzi. “It’s so much fun to play with other musicians of this caliber.” Of the 17 musicians who performed this year, Chris says about 13 are band directors from around the state. “When that many directors get together you’re going to talk shop and learn from each other,” he says. “I learn how much more I need to play if I’m going to play as well as some of these guys do.” As much as he enjoys the band, Chris particularly likes having the opportunity to work with his former band director when they were at Wichita County High School. “I really respect Mr. Raynes. I’ll play wherever or whenever he asks,” Chris added.

(Top) With Steve Lueth at the piano, the Flatland Big Band rehearses on Saturday afternoon for their evening performance. (Above) Chris Johnson, Dighton, keeps an eye on director Clint Raynes while playing the trombome. (Left) Adam Devault, Derby, (foreground) and Ryan Partin, Ulysses, were part of the saxophone section. (Record Photos)


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Ag economics: Examining the source of farm equity Ryan Larsen, NDSU assistant professor

I spent a short time working as a commercial lender in a small, rural bank. As a new lender, I was encouraged to grow my loan portfolio. With that goal in mind, I perhaps was a little too eager to approve any loan request that walked through my door. Fortunately for me, my boss was a seasoned lender and was able to guide me toward making wise credit decisions. At one point, a farmer approached me about a loan request and brought in his financial statements for me

to examine. I looked at them and was impressed with his net worth. He had experienced cash-flow issues during the past few years, but his net worth position helped overcome the cashflow issues. I put the loan package together and presented it to my boss, but she quickly noticed a problem. I was using market values to calculate net worth. The farmer had a tract of land that bordered prime recreational land. Based on the current economic conditions, the land was valued extremely high. Basing the value of the land on agricultural values

vs. recreational values, the farmer’s strong net worth quickly disappeared. I realized then the importance of understanding sources of equity, or net worth. The most basic accounting equation, which underpins the balance sheet, is assets minus liabilities equals net worth, or owner’s equity. Net worth is an indicator of wealth and financial position. However, net worth is complicated because of the problems caused by changes in asset values. To understand this better, it is helpful to identify the composition of net worth. Net worth is composed of

three pieces. The first piece is contributed capital. This can be thought of as the money invested in the business by the owner. The second piece is retained earnings. Retained earnings is defined as the accumulated net earnings of the business that have not been withdrawn or distributed. The final piece is valuation equity. Valuation equity is the change in asset values often defined by the difference between market and cost values. This quick accounting 101 lesson was necessary to illustrate one of

Soybean producers can seek referendum The USDA will conduct a request for referendum on the Soybean Promotion and Research Program (soy checkoff) from May 5-30. The request will determine whether U.S. soybean producers want a referendum on the Soybean Promotion and Research Program. Soybean producers have the opportunity to petition for a referendum every five years. To be eligible to participate, producers must certify they have paid an assessment at some time between Jan. 1, 2012, and Dec. 31, 2013. Eligible individuals who do not want a referendum need not take any action. Eligible producers who support a referendum must complete form LS51-1 between May 5-30, which is available from the county FSA office FSA is then responsible for determining a producer’s eligibility.

(See EQUITY on page 31)

Optimism is the farmer’s stock-in-trade When we think of farmers we don’t necessarily think of romantics, but don’t let their typical reserve in showing emotions fool you. A farmer’s heart skips a beat when he or she sees a newborn calf, the budding of fruit trees and the sun rising higher each day.

Ag Commentary Bob Stallman president American Farm Bureau

The Future’s So Bright Livestock producers face sunnier prospects than they have had in years. Cattle and hog prices are at record highs. Milk, poultry and

egg prices also are good. The sector is poised to see a positive supply and demand balance. On the crops side, USDA announced at the end of March that farmers intend to plant nearly 92 million acres of corn this year, even though prices have fallen. That is a drop from the last couple of

years, but it would be the fifth-largest corn acreage since 1944. Soybean and cotton plantings are set to increase, and projected wheat plantings are down just 1 percent from last year. There is reason to feel good about the prognosis for agriculture well beyond this year. The pace

Farm groups support federal standard for GMO labeling The American Soybean Association (ASA), National Corn Growers Association and American Farm Bureau Federation quickly announced their individual support of new federal legislation introduced last week to establish a federal voluntary labeling standard for foods made with genetically modified (GM) crops. Several other farm organizations have followed suit. The Safe and accurate Food Labeling Act (H.R.

Americans want to know that their food is safe, and the solutions proposed in this bill will ensure that they have that information. Ray Gaesser, president American Soybean Assn.

4432) is aimed at overriding bills in debate or recently passed in about two dozen states that would require foods possibly containing GM crops to be labeled as such and reinstates federal control over food labeling. National Corn Growers

Association President Martin Barbre said the proposal creates a unified, “science-based approach to labeling and eliminating potential risks and costs posed by an expensive patchwork of labeling laws,” “This bill is a commonsense, science-based approach to an issue we realize is close to the hearts and minds of so many consumers,” added Iowa farmer and ASA President Ray Gaesser. “Americans want to

know that their food is safe, and the solutions proposed in this bill will ensure that they have that information.” AFBF President Bob Stallman said GMO ballot initiatives and legislative efforts in many states “are geared toward making people wrongly fear what they’re eating and feeding their children. They undermine the public’s understanding of the many benefits of biotechnology in feeding a (See GMO on page 31)

Ag a small factor in climate change

Despite contributing just nine percent of the greenhouse gases, agriculture tends to take the brunt of climate change criticism. That’s what USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack said last week as the keynote speaker at a Drake University forum on climate change. “Everyone assumes what’s happening globally is happening nationally,” he said. “Clearly, there are challenges globally in

terms of agriculture and its contribution to greenhouse gas emissions. That’s not necessarily the case in the United States.” By comparison, farming contributes a smaller percentage than other industries. Transportation contributes 28 percent of the nation’s greenhouse emissions. Public utilities (32 percent) and other industries (20 percent) aren’t far behind. Even so, Vilsack points that agriculture will still

need to adapt to climate change. “We all have to be aware of the fact the climate is changing, and the warmer temperatures will change the way in which we approach agriculture, and we need to be prepared for that change,” Vilsack said. According to Vilsack, the country is already confronting several environmental farm issues driven by climate change, includ-

ing drought and shrinking water supplies. “Our challenge is to educate farmers about the vulnerability of agriculture, when it comes to climate change. We’ve seen temperatures increase since 1970 accelerate at three times the rate prior,” he said. “So there are warning signs.” These changing temperatures will affect what farmers can grow and how those crops are grown. (See CLIMATE on page 31)

of innovation in farming and ranching is tremendous. The application of information technology promises ongoing productivity gains. Approvals of biotech traits, such as new herbicide-resistant corn and soybeans, are moving forward. Agricultural companies have as many

exciting products in the pipeline as ever. People may not think of high-tech when they think of agriculture, but they should. Youth Isn’t Always Wasted on the Young Each year, Farm Bureau surveys about 1,000 young farmers and (See OPTIMISM on page 31)

Market Report Closing prices on May 6, 2014 Winona Feed and Grain Bartlett Grain Wheat.................. $ 8.23 Wheat.................. $ 8.23 White Wheat ...... $ NA White Wheat ...... $ NA Milo .................... $ 4.84 Milo (bu.)............. $ 4.86 Corn ................... $ 5.18 Corn.................... $ 5.19 Soybeans ........... $ 13.99 Scott City Cooperative Wheat.................. $ 8.23 White Wheat ....... $ 8.23 Milo (bu.)............. $ 4.85 Corn.................... $ 5.19 Soybeans ........... $ 14.00 Sunflowers.......... $ 16.60 ADM Grain Wheat.................. White Wheat ....... Milo (bu.)............. Corn.................... Soybeans............ Sunflowers..........

$ 8.24 $ NA $ 4.89 $ 5.16 $ 13.80 $ 17.15

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Landowners with CRP can avoid added LPC regs

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of the Interior announced last week that farmers, ranchers and landowners implementing Farm Service Agency (FSA) Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) practices intended to protect and increase lesser prairiechicken populations will

not be subject to additional regulations as a result of the species’ listing as threatened under the Endangered Species Act. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service reported that last year, the rangewide population of the lesser prairie-chicken declined to a record low of 17,616 birds, an almost 50 percent reduction from

Equity the threats facing farmers. Farmers have been able to strengthen their balance sheet, thanks to favorable prices and growing conditions combined with sharp increases in land values. Researchers at the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City have noted that the U.S. farm balance sheet is the strongest it has been since the 1970s. As we look at the current situation, land values have increased dramatically throughout the Midwest. Average land values in North Dakota went from $670 per acre in 2007 to $1,910 per acre in 2013. We also have

declining lesser prairiechicken population. Producers who voluntarily engage in practices to protect the lesser prairie-chicken will not be subject to additional regulations related to protecting the species. “USDA’s partnerships with farmers, ranchers, producers and landowners in voluntary initiatives

like the Conservation Reserve Program are critically important and are yielding real results,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. “This gives producers who remain engaged in responsible conservation plans the certainty that they are in compliance with the new listing of the lesser prairie-chicken.”

The final rule for listing the lesser prairie-chicken as a threatened species and the special rule limiting regulatory impacts on landowners and businesses will be effective May 12. CRP participants and prospective participants should consult their local FSA officials for advice in developing conservation compliance plans.

farmers during the most recent time period (2007 through 2012) are relying more on retained earnings to build net worth than asset revaluation. In other words, most farmers have been using their earnings wisely. Perhaps a partial explanation for this change could be lenders shifting focus to earnings-based decisions vs. asset-based decisions. The 1980s farm crisis illustrated the dangers of asset-based lending decisions. Although proper assets must be in place to justify a credit decision, lenders also are requiring suffi-

cient earnings/cash flow to secure credit. So what does this mean for the future? What happens if land prices fall? What happens if prices do not rebound? I wish I had a crystal ball and could forecast the future accurately. Although I am unable to forecast the future, I believe that we can agree that commodity and input prices will continue to be

volatile, which highlights the need for sound financial management. The hope is that farmers, lenders and researchers can use the lessons from the 1980s financial crisis and the recent agricultural boom to help avoid any future crises.

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seen farm assets go from an average of close to $1 million up to $1.9 million. At the same time, the average producer’s liabilities have stayed relatively constant. During the past few years, farmers also have seen a dramatic change in net worth. The average net worth went from $600,000 in 2007 to just more than $1.3 million in 2012. The question becomes: Is that change in net worth driven by changes in asset values or retained earnings? In 2007, the average net farm income was

Optimism

$192,200. In 2012, the average was $367,317. With this increase in farm income, have farmers been putting those earnings back in the farm or has the change in net worth been driven by appreciating farmland values? My colleague, Frayne Olson and I, have analyzed data from 1998 through 2012 to help find the answers. We divided the data into two time periods: 1998-2006 and 2007-12. The shift that occurred in agriculture in 2007 would provide a reference point. Based on our results,

Ryan Larsen is an assistant professor of agribusiness and applied economics at North Dakota State University

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ranchers from across the country. In March we released the 22nd annual survey, which found that 91 percent of young people in agriculture are more optimistic about farming than they were five years ago. An equal percentage say they expect to be lifelong farmers. Just as promising, 88 percent say they would like to see their children follow in their footsteps. That is reason for all of us to feel hopeful, because

the nation will need new crops of farmers and ranchers to keep growing our food. Of course, we all lean toward a feeling of optimism when we are young and “invincible.” The possibilities seem endless; the threats, easily conquered. However, farmers, even young ones, see things a little differently. They are optimistic, but they are also pragmatic. Even in the spring, they remain mindful of the challenges they face, such as the growing list

GMO

Climate

growing population - and keeping costs down. With the introduction of this legislation and the leadership of the bill’s sponsors, Farm Bureau looks forward to a national-level discussion that will affirm FDA’s role in assuring consumers about GMO safety and reduce the confusion that would result from a patchwork of state labeling initiatives.” The ASA quoted an economic study that shows an average family of four would pay about $500 more per year for groceries under mandatory GMO labeling schemes being considered in some states. The legislation would also empower the FDA to provide greater consistency in the market by defining the term ‘natural’ for its use on food and beverage products.

Vilsack said the USDA has created seven climate hubs across the country to study the impact of climate change and what should be done to mitigate its negative effective. He pointed to the National Institute of Food and Agriculture recent award of $6 million to 10 university to study the effects of climate change on agricultural production.

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the 2012 population estimate. Producers participating in CRP in lesser prairie-chicken states (Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Colorado and New Mexico) are planting native grasses and vegetation that will enhance nesting and brooding habitats, and taking other steps to help restore the

of federal regulations that increase the cost and complexity of farming. Availability of labor, water and - especially for younger producers - land are also concerns. Even so, farmers and ranchers of all ages and types are looking across the land as the weather warms and the days lengthen, and they are thinking that if the weather is right their yields just might set a new record.

If prices are good, they might buy a few more acres or fix up the old barn. It takes hope and courage to begin a new farming season in anticipation of a plentiful harvest and prices good enough to sustain the farm and the family for another year. With credit (or apologies) to Alexander Pope: Hope springs eternal in the heart of the farmer and rancher.

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Flexibility allowed for irrigation water rights:

Consolidated Well Units (Physically tied together prior to LEMA) Water Rights may exceed individual LEMA Allocated Quantities LEMA Term Permits

Water Rights may exceed individual LEMA Allocated Quantities:

Water Rights may exceed Annual Authorized Quantities

Flexibility allowed for other uses: (Cities, feedlots, etc.) Project Term Permits

Consolidation of wells for each Project:

One quantity for each Project during 6 Year LEMA Individual wells may exceed Annual Authorized Quantities (In all cases, the LEMA Six Year Allocated Quantity may not be exceeded)


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Remember your helmet and tennis shoes

With severe weather on the way, it’s important to have a plan. A Kansas State University climatologist says that plan should include an emergency kit, including a helmet and tennis shoes. “The best warning in the world with the most advance knowledge is not going to help if people don’t proactively respond to that and seek the shelter that they need,” said Mary Knapp, service climatologist in the university’s agronomy department. Tornadoes have already taken several lives this

year, and severe weather season is far from over. Knapp says it is critical to have a severe weather plan for you and your family, not only for your home but other places you are throughout the day like work and school. Also have an emergency kit ready to go. The kit should include food, water, a weather radio, cash and your medication. Having some type of helmet nearby also is useful. “When they did an analysis of the Joplin tornado, one of the things that came to the atten-

Home is not a resource when applying for SSI Q) I want to apply for Supplemental Security Social Income (SSI), but I don’t Security know whether I qualify since I own my own home. Q and A Can I still get SSI? A) Yes, it is possible for you to qualify for SSI even if you own your own home. To be eligible for SSI, you cannot own more than $2,000 in resources for an individual and $3,000 for a couple. However, we do not count the house you live in as a resource. Of course, if you are disabled, you must file an application and wait for a medical decision on your claim, unless you are over the age of 65. There are other requirements you must meet as well. Learn more by reading You May Be Able To Get SSI, available at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs. * * * Q) I found out that my daughter submitted incorrect information about my resources when she completed my Application for Help with Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Costs. How can I get my application changed now to show the correct amount? A) You can call 1-800-772-1213 (TTY: 1-800-3250778) and let us know. We will match information on your application with data from other federal agencies. If there is a discrepancy that requires verification, we will contact you. For additional information about Medicare prescription drug plans or enrollment periods visit www.medicare.gov or call 1-800-633-4227.

tion of emergency management professionals was that there were a lot of head injuries,” Knapp said. “So put a bicycle helmet or another kind of protective head gear on during a tornado to reduce the risk of head injury from debris or falling structures.” Knapp suggests getting underneath a sturdy support to avoid the debris during a tornado. Also, put on some tennis shoes to prepare for the large amount of debris following the storm.

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“After an event like that, there’s a lot of broken glass all over the place,” Knapp said. “It can be in the carpet, it can be in the grass. Having sturdy shoes is your best protection. By sturdy shoes I don’t mean flip-flops, I mean tennis shoes or boots.” Keep in mind that tornadoes are not the only threat that comes with severe weather. Flash flooding, hail and heavy winds also can be hazardous, so keep your eye on the sky and always have a plan.

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Living for the Eternal

My senior year of high school I received a number of awards and recognitions for my accomplishments in basketball. As a result I had my picture hung on the wall in the commons area with a list of all those accomplishments below it. A few years later I went back to the school to find my picture had moved down the wall in order to make room for more pictures. A few years later, to my disbelief, my picture had moved again, this time it had moved to the athletic storage room where it was awaiting its final ride to its final resting place - the landfill. What a sobering thought that was as I pondered all of the work, time and discipline I had poured into the training in order to accomplish those things and now no one even knew or cared. We all know that feeling of working hard to achieve or to get something to then to ask “ok now what?” The things of this earth are temporary and will all fade away and end up where my picture did, in the dump! The Bible addresses this issue in 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 (the message): 24: You’ve all been to the stadium and seen the athletes race. Everyone runs; one wins. Run to win. 25: All good athletes train hard. They do it for a gold medal that tarnishes and fades. You’re after one that’s gold eternally. 26: I don’t know about you, but I’m running hard for the finish line. I’m giving it everything I’ve got. No sloppy living for me! 27: I’m staying alert and in top condition. I’m not going to get caught napping, telling everyone else all about it and then missing out myself. I love this passage of scripture and how it is worded in this version. Athletes train and discipline there body for a race to win a prize that will end up tarnished and will fade away. The author compares the athlete running the race to the journey of our lives and why would we want to invest time and hard work in our lives in things that will not last? As followers of Christ we are working for things that will never fade or never tarnish, therefore, spiritually train yourselves for spiritual fitness. Just as an athlete trains and disciplines for a race we are to train and discipline ourselves spiritually to live to the Glory and honor of Christ. Living to the honor and glory of Christ will carry with it a prize that will last eternally and will never fade. As you look at your life, are you living for earthly things or are you living for eternal things that will never fade? Pastor Kyle Evans First Baptist Church, Scott City

Scott City Assembly of God

1615 South Main - Scott City - 872-2200 Ed Sanderson, Senior Pastor 9:00 a.m. - Pre-Service Prayer 10:00 a.m. - Sunday Worship Service and Children’s Church Wednesday: 7:00 p.m. - Bible Study and Prayer

St. Joseph Catholic Church

A Catholic Christian Community 1002 S. Main Street - Scott City Fr. Bernard Felix, pastor • 872-7388 Secretary • 872-3644 Masses: 1st Sunday of month - 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. Other weekends: Sat., 6:00 p.m.; Sun., 11:00 a.m. Spanish Mass - 2nd and 4th Sundays, 1:30 p.m.

Pence Community Church

Prairie View Church of the Brethren

4855 Finney-Scott Rd. - Scott City - 276-6481 Pastor Jon Tuttle Sunday School: 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m. Men’s Fellowship • Wednesday mornings Breakfast at 6:30 a.m. Held at Precision Ag Bldg. west of Shallow Water

Holy Cross Lutheran Church

1102 Court • Box 283 • Scott City 620-872-2294 • 620-872-3796 Pastor Warren Prochnow holycross-scott@sbcglobal.net Sunday School/Bible Class, 9:00 a.m. Worship every Sunday, 10:15 a.m. Wed.: Mid-Week School, 6:00-7:30 p.m.

Community Christian Church

8911 W. Road 270 10 miles north on US83; 2 miles north on K95; 9 miles west on Rd. 270 Don Williams, pastor • 874-2031 Wednesdays: supper (6:30 p.m.) • Kid’s Group and Adult Bible Study (7:00 p.m.) • Youth Group (8:00 p.m.) Sunday School: 9:30 • Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m.

12th & Jackson • Scott City • 872-3219 Shelby Crawford, pastor Sunday School, 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship, 10:45 a.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study, 7:00 p.m. Wednesday: God’s High School Cru, 7:30 p.m.

First Baptist Church

Immanuel Southern Baptist Church

803 College - Scott City - 872-2339 Kyle Evans, Senior Pastor Bob Artz, Associate Pastor

1398 S. US83 - Scott City - 872-2264 Robert Nuckolls, pastor - 872-5041

Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. • Worship: 11:00 a.m.

Sunday morning worship: 8:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study, 7:00 p.m.

Gospel Fellowship Church 120 S. Lovers Lane - Shallow Water Larry Taylor, pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m.

First Christian Church

1st United Methodist Church

5th Street and College - Scott City - 872-2401 Dennis Carter, pastor 1st Sunday: Communion and Fellowship Sunday Services at 9:00 a.m. • Sunday School, 10:30 a.m. All Other Sundays • Worship: 8:30 and 10:45 a.m. Sunday casual 6:30 p.m.: “The Way” contemporary gathering Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. • MYF (youth groups) on Wednesdays Jr. High: 6:30 p.m. • Sr. High: 7:00 p.m.

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church

701 Main - Scott City - 872-2937 Scotty Wagner, pastor Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.; Worship, 10:45 a.m. Wednesday is Family Night Meal: 5:45 p.m. • Study: 6:15 p.m. Website: www.fccscottcity.org

Elizabeth/Epperson Drives • Scott City • 872-3666 Father Don Martin Holy Eucharist - 11:45 a.m. St. Luke’s - 872-5734 (recorded message) Senior Warden Bill Lewis • 872-3347 or Father Don Martin - (785) 462-3041

Scott Mennonite Church

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

12021 N. Eagle Rd. • Scott City Franklin Koehn: 872-2048 Charles Nightengale: 872-3056 Sunday School Worship Service: 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service: 7:00 p.m.

9th and Crescent - Scott City - 872-2334 Bishop Irvin Yeager • 620-397-2732 Sacrament, 9:30 a.m. Sunday School, 10:50 a.m. Relief Society and Priesthood, 11:20 a.m. YMYW Wednesday, 8:00 p.m.


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Agriculture

Preconditioning and Growing

• 45 Years Experience • Managed and owned by full-time DVM • 2,000 Head capacity Office - 872-5150 • Scott City Stuart Doornbos Home - 872-2775 Cell - 874-0951

Sager’s Pump Service • Irrigation • Domestic • Windmills • Submersibles

Cell: 874-4486 • Office 872-2101

Construction/Home Repair

CHAMBLESS ROOFING Residential

All Types of Roofing

Commercial

Cedar Shake and Shingle Specialists Return to Craftsmanship

Attention to Detail and Quality Guaranteed 620-872-2679 • 1-800-401-2683

Dirks Earthmoving Co. Precision Land Forming of terraces and waterways; feed lot pens and ponds; building site preparation; lazer equipped

Richard Dirks • Scott City, Ks. (Home) 872-3057 • 877-872-3057 (Cell) 872-1793

Walker Plumbing, Inc. Backhoe & Trenching services • Irrigation & gas leak repairs • Full-line irrigation parts T-L center pivot dealer Floor heat systems Pump & install septic systems Boring equipment

423 S. Mesquite Rd. • Scott City • 872-2130

Medical

ELLIS AG SERVICES • Custom Manure Conditioning • Hauling and Spreading • Custom Swathing and Baling • Rounds-Net or Twine • Gyp and Sand Sales • Pickup or Delivery Call Brittan Ellis • 620-874-5160

Automotive

Charles Purma II D.D.S. P.A.

Willie’s Auto A/C Repair

General Dentistry, Cosmetics, and Insurance Accepted

Willie Augerot Complete A/C Service Mechanic Work and Diagnostics Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

We welcome new patients. 324 N. Main • Scott City • 872-2389 Residence 872-5933

404 Kingsley • Scott City • 874-1379

Horizon Health For your home medical supply and equipment needs! We service and repair all that we sell. 1602 S. Main • Scott City • 872-2232 Toll Free : 1-866-672-2232

Red

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all coatings t Paint i or any other color

Paint inside and out residential, commercial, and industrial. Free estimates and 16 plus years of experience.

PC Painting, Inc.

Landscaping • Lawn/Trees

Berning Tree Service David Berning • Marienthal

620-379-4430

Tree Trimming and Removal Hedge and Evergreen Trimming Stump Removal

Fully Insured

Paul Cramer 620-290-2410 620-872-8910 www.pcpaintinginc.com

Pro Ex II

Over 20 Years Experience

Professional Extermination Commercial & Residential

• Termites • Rodents • Soil Sterilization • Pre Treats • Lawn Care • Fly Parasites

John Kropp, Owner • Scott City 874-2023 (cell) • 872-3400 (office) • prox2@live.com

Scott City Myofascial Release Sandy Cauthon RN

105 1/2 W. 11th St. Scott City 620-874-1813

Call me to schedule your Myofascial Release

Call today for a Greener Healthier Lawn

SPENCER PEST CONTROL RESIDENTIAL – COMMERCIAL Termite Baiting Systems • Rodents Weed Control • Structural Insects Termite Control

Owner, Chris Lebbin • 620-214-4469

Box 258, Scott City • (620) 872-2870

Turner Sheet Metal

Heating & Air Conditioning

Heating & Cooling Systems Since 1904 Commercial & Residential 1851 S. Hwy. 83 • Scott City 872-2954 Shop • 1-800-201-2954

Ron Turner Owner

Dr. Jeffrey A. Heyd Optometrist 20/20 Optometry

Treatment of Ocular Disease • Glaucoma Detection Children’s Vision • Glasses • Contact Lenses

Complete family eye center! 106 W. 4th • Scott City • 872-2020 • Emergencies: 872-2736


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Fur-Fection

Matthew Lightner, MD Family Practice

Christian E. Cupp, MD William Slater, MD Family Practice

Libby Hineman, MD Family Practice

Josiah Brinkley, MD Family Practice

General Surgeon

Megan Dirks, AP, RN-BC Ryan Michels, PA Mindy Schrader, PA

Over 200 appliances in stock! COMPARE OUR PRICES!

We have Reverse Osmosis units in stock. Remember us for parts in stock for all brands of all appliances.

508 Madison • Scott City • 872-3686

Networktronic, Inc.

Computer Sales, Service and Repair Custom computers! Networking solutions! Mon. - Fri. 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. 402 S. Main, Scott City • 872-1300

Brent Rogers

Sales Consultant b.rogers@officesolutionsinc.biz

Truck Driving

29 SERIOUS PEOPLE to work from anywhere using a computer. Up to $1,500-$5,000 PT/FT. www.pticoncepts.com

TRAIN AND WORK for us. Class A-CDL. Professional and focused CDL training available. Choose between company driver, owner/operator, lease operator or lease trainer. (877) 369-7885. www. centraltruckdrivingjobs. com ––––––––––––––––––––– LOCAL AND OTR company. Class A CDL, health insurance, dental/vision, paid vacation and company-matched 401K. Safety/ performance incentives. Call Monson and Sons at 1-800-463-4097, ext. 109 or ext. 110. EOE. ––––––––––––––––––––– PARTNERS IN EXCELLENCE. OTR drivers. APU equipped PrePass EZ-pass passenger policy. 2012 and newer equipment. 100% notouch. Butler Transport, 1-800-528-7825. www. butlertransport.com

HEAVY EQUIPMENT operator career. 3-week hands-on vocational training. Bulldozers, backhoes and excavators. Lifetime job placement assistance. Fantastic earnings. National certifications. Veterans benefits eligible. 1-866-362-6497. ––––––––––––––––––––– MEDICAL BILLING trainees needed. Become a medical office assistant. No experience needed. On-line training at SC Train gets you job ready. High school diploma/GED and PC Internet needed. 1-888-926-7884.

Gene’s Appliance

Largest Frigidaire appliance dealer in Western Ks.

Help Wanted

Education

Retail

Sales and Service Days • Mon. - Sat. Deliveries • Mon.-Sat.

Kansas Classifieds Ad Network

The classified ads below are appearing in 147 Kansas newspapers with a total circulation of 500,000 the classified display ads appear in 142 Kansas newspapers with a total circulation of 457,000. KCAN line ad is $300 for up to 25 words and $12 each additional word. A 2x2 display ad is $800 per insertion and a 2x4 display ad is $1,650 per insertion. To find out more, contact The Scott County Record at 872-2090.

Legal Aid

Northend Disposal A garbologist company. Scott City • 872-1223 • 1-800-303-3371

PC Cleaning Services, Inc. We'll clean your home, business or do remodeling clean-up Available seven days a week! Paul Cramer, Owner

620-290-2410

Office (620) 276-3131 Toll Free 1-800-794-9052 Cell (620) 874-0014 Fax (620) 276-8876 1007 N. 8th, Garden City, KS 67846 www.officesolutionsinc.biz

IF YOU USED the blood thinner Pradaxa and suffered internal bleeding, hemorrhaging, required hospitalization or a loved one died while taking Pradaxa between October 2010 and the present. You may be entitled to compensation. Call Attorney Charles H. Johnson 1-800535-5727.

Real Estate

MOBILE HOMES with land. Ready to move in. Owner financing (subject to credit approval). 3BR/2BA. No renters. 785-789-4991. VMFhomes.com. ––––––––––––––––––––– YOUR LAND is your down payment. And we’ll match your tax refund up to $8,000. Singles starting at $39,900. Doubles startFor Sale ing at $59,900. Less than HAPPY JACK SKIN perfect credit OK. 866BALM. Stops scratching 858-6862. and gnawing. Promotes healing and hair growth on dogs and cats suffering from grass and flea allergies without steroids. Orscheln Farm and Home. www.happyjackinc.com.

Tuesday-Saturday 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

www.reganjewelers.com

412 N. Main • Garden City • 620-275-5142 All Under One Roof

Revcom Electronics

Your RadioShack Dealer Two-way Radio Sales & Service Locally owned and operated since 1990

1104 Main • Scott City • 872-2625 Find us on Facebook

SharpsShootingSupply.com • (620)398-2395 • Healy, Kansas

Services

Dining

District 11 AA Meetings

Berning Auction

Scott City

“Don’t Trust Your Auction to Just Anyone”

Unity and Hope Mon., Wed. and Fri. • 8:00 p.m.

For all your auction needs call:

(620) 375-4130

Russell Berning Box Q • Leoti

C-Mor-Butz BBQ

Barbecue, the only sport where a fat bald man is a GOD...

& Catering

Kyle Lausch 620-872-4209

Bryan Mulligan & Chris Price 620-874-8301 & 620-874-1285

www.cmorbutzbbq.com • cmorbutzbbq@gmail.com

807 Kingsley Last Sat., Birthday Night, 6:30 p.m. All open meetings, 874-8207 • 874-8118

Dighton

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Classifieds Buy, sell, trade, one call does it all 872-2090 ot fax 872-0009

Classified Ad Deadline: Monday at 5:00 p.m.

Classified Ad Rate: 20¢ per word. Minimum charge, $5. Blind ad: $2.50 per week extra. Card of thanks: 10¢ per word. Minimum charge, $3. Classified Display Ad rate: $5.50 per column inch. Classified advertising must be paid in advance unless business account is established. If not paid in advance, there will be a $1 billing charge. Tear sheet for classified ad will be $1 extra.

FARM GROUND

1/2 section irrigated farmland north of Scott City. Call for details.

PRICE LOWERED

5 bedrooms, ready to move into, insulated and stucco exterior. 1+1 baths, office, fenced yard and 1 1/2 garage.

UNDER CONTRACT

3 bedrooms with 1 3/4 baths up. Full basement open floor plan (1,642 sq. ft.), on corner lot with new streets and 24’ x 24’ garage. 5 Lots in Webster addition $ 35,000 for all 5 lots.

Thomas Real Estate

www.thomasreal-estate.com

914 W. 12th Scott City, Ks. 67871 (620)-872-7396 Cell: (620)-874-1753 or Cell: (620)-874-5002 35tfc

BRING THE KIDS, DOGS AND HORSES!

4 bedroom home with basement! Newer carpeting, steel roof, pressure tank and well! Price Reduced!

STARTER

If you’re looking to buy that first home, this might be the one! 2+2 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, basement with family room, FA-CA, appliances, and carport. Lowered to $47,500.

Lawrence and Associates

Deb Lawrence, GRI Broker Shorty Lawrence, Sales Assoc. 513 Main • Scott City 872-5267 ofc. 872-7184 hm. lawrenceandassocrealty.com Sheila Ellis, Broker Assoc. 872-2056 Kerry Gough, Sales Assoc. 872-7337 Russell Berning, 874-4405 www.berningauction.com

Real Estate

Agriculture

Services

Help Wanted

903 MYRTLE, GREAT FIRST HOME 2+2 bedrooms, 2 baths. Just remodeled with a new kitchen and stainless steel appliances. All new windows, doors, flooring, insulation, plumbing and roof. Close to elementary school, which is a plus. Call for appointment: Clinton Constuction (Darryl or Virginia) 620-8725494 or cell 620-2141456. 24tfc ––––––––––––––––––––– NEWLY REFURBISHED HOME. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, walk-in closets, open kitchen/dining/living area. New carport, kitchen appliances are included. Can also sell furnished or unfurnished, nice yard space, large corner lot, quiet area. Call Fred Brittan 620-2141434 or 620-872-2957.

WANTED TO BUY. Stored corn. Call for basis and contract information. 1-800-579-3645. Lane County Feeders, Inc. 32tfc ––––––––––––––––––––– WANTED TO BUY. Wheat straw delivered. Call for contracting information. Lane County Feeders. 397-5341. 44tfc

WANTED: Yards to mow and clean up, etc. Trim smaller trees and bushes too. Call Dean Riedl, (620) 872-5112 or 87434tfc 4135. ––––––––––––––––––––– FURNITURE REPAIR and refinishing. Lawn mower tune-up and blade sharpening. Call Vern Soodsma, 872-2277 or 36tfc 874-1412. ––––––––––––––––––––– MOWER REPAIR, tuneup and blade sharpening. Call Rob Vsetecka at 62036tfc 214-1730. ––––––––––––––––––––– METAL ROOFING, SIDING and TRIMS at direct-to-the-public prices. Call Metal King Mfg., 620-872-5464. Our prices 37tfc will not be beat! ––––––––––––––––––––– “JEN’S GROOMING” Jennifer Milner grooming at Fur-Fection. Please call for an appointment 620-214-0097. Hours are Monday-Thursday 8:00 32tfc a.m.- 4:00 p.m. ––––––––––––––––––––– BERRY LAWN MOWING now accepting new customers. Evenings and weekends. Call for estimate 214-1135. Leave a 30tfc message. ––––––––––––––––––––– GRAND CHOICE RENOVATIONS Now Serving Scott City and all surrounding areas! FREE walk thru and Quote! 817-629-0221 • Cell:620214-2502 Interior and Exterior Home Renovating/ Remodeling. The RIGHT way, the Grand Choice 39t4p way!

PART-TIME COOK wanted. Apply in person at The Broiler, 102 Main.

For Sale

BLACK ANGUS BULL, registered, tested, 2 year olds, yearlings, heifer bulls, delivery, conformation, performance. Contact: Black Velvet Ranch, Aaron Plunkett, Syracuse, Ks. 620-384-1101. 33t19c ––––––––––––––––––––– 04’ FLEETWOOD DISCOVERY MOTOR HOME. Deisel pusher, four slide outs, all the bells and whistles. New 30tfc tires and low milage. CRV ––––––––––––––––––––– Honda also avalible. Call NICE WELL MAIN- 620-874-0371. 38t3p TAINED 4 bedroom, 2 bath home. All brick, new Rentals AC/FC, roof, water heater and softner. 2 car attached HIDE AND SEEK garage. Large lot with STORAGE SYSTEMS. fenced yard. $175,000 Various sizes available. OBO. Call 620-271-4717. Virgil and LeAnn Kuntz, 37t3p (620)874-2120. 41tfc

Pine Village Apartments 300 E. Nonnamaker

Apartments available for qualifying tenants 62+ or disabled with rental assistance available. Hours: Tuesday, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. by appointment Call Steve 872-2535 or (620) 255-4824.

Notice ALL ITEMS IN storage rental unit #8 for Alisa Moore and unit #30 for Jazmin Gonzalez will be sold after May 8, 2014 by Hide & Seek Storage Systems. 39t1c

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––––––––––––––––––––– DRYLAND FARMING OPERATION in Scott County is seeking a full time non-smoking employee. Must have or able to obtain a Class A or CDL license and have one year general farm experience. Late model John Deere equipment, no livestock. Call 620-874-0274. 39t4p ––––––––––––––––––––– OFFICE ACCOUNTANT. Outstanding career opportunity with a progressive Southwest Kansas feed yard for an experienced accountant/ bookkeeper. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting/bookkeeping background and experience in the feed yard industry would be helpful. Excellent computer and communication skills will be required and a college degree is a plus. This position offers a competitive salary and exceptional benefits package. Please send your resume to : Poky Feeders, Inc., 600 E. Road 30, Scott City, Ks. 39t2c 67871. ––––––––––––––––––––– RESIDENT FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIAN. Murphy Tractor & Equipment. Co., Inc. is seeking a full-time experienced traveling heavy construction equipment technician to service the Northwest Ks region. Requires HS diploma/ GED and technical school training and/or equivalent experience. Excellent benefits and pay. Send letter and resume to http:// murphytractor.com/careers/. EOE 39t2c

STORAGE SHED FOR RENT

30’X50’. Call (620) 872-2576 home, 874-1009 cell.

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GARAGE SALES Saturday, May 10

RELAY FOR LIFE FUNDRAISER Multi-family garage sale 511 Monroe St., Scott City 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Boxing waterbag, small furniture, knick knacks, kitchen stuff, baby to adult clothing.

Bring in your Garage Sales by Monday at 5:00 p.m. (No rainy day refunds)

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, that’s ours. Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. Tuesday nights at 8:30 p.m. at the United Methodist Church basement (use west door). 412 College, Scott City. Al-Anon at same time and location. Contact: 874-0472 or 872-3137. 30t52

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Employment Opportunities

PARA-PROFESSIONAL Scott Community High School is seeking a special education para-professional to work with students. The position is available immediately. For more information and application please contact: Susan Carter Board of Education Building 704 College, Scott City, Ks. 67871 (620) 872-7600 35tfc

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Make sure you get your garage sale advertised. Call or drop-off by Monday at 5:00 p.m. to get it in the next paper for that Garage Sale weekender looking for the bargins! 406 Main•Box 377 Scott City, Ks. 67871 620-872-2090

SCOTT COUNTY HOSPITAL HAS OPENINGS FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL STAFF Clinic Physician’s Assistant or Nurse Practitioner PATIENT CARE Acute Care RNs Outpatient Services C.N.A. Physician’s Clinic RN Physician’s Clinic PRN RN/LPN SERVICE Morning Cook PRN Dietary Aide/Cook Housekeeper

PARK LANE NURSING HOME

Applicants for these positions are required to be able to read, speak and understand English. Pre-employment physical, drug/alcohol screening, immunization titer, physical assessment and TB skin test required. We are a tobacco free campus.

Has openings for the following positions: Full-time CNA (evening shift) Part-time CMA (evening shift) Part-time Nursing-LPN/RN Shift differential pay offered for evening and night shifts!

We offer competitive pay and great benefits. Due to our recent expansion of services and rapid growth, we are in need of Acute Care RNs and are offering financial incentives. Applications are available through Human Resources at Scott County Hospital 201 Albert Ave. Scott City, Ks. 67871 620-872-7772 or online at www.scotthospital.net

Please apply in person at:

Park Lane Nursing Home

210 E. Parklane Scott City, KS 67871 Or visit us at our website: www.parklanenursinghome.org “Quality Care Because We Care”

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DISTRICT TREASURER The USD 466 Board of Education is seeking applications for the position of District Treasurer. Duties include: Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable, electronic construction of budget, and production of monthly financial and state reports. Position requires: The preferred candidate will be well-versed in basic accounting and be familiar with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel spreadsheet and related experience with in-house accounting programs. The district uses the MAPP accounting system. Knowledge and skills with basic business machines is necessary. A business degree is preferred. Training: will begin at the earliest mutually agreeable date possible. Benefits: are a 12-month full-time position with vacation benefits, sick leave and personal leave. A paid full single BC/BS medical benefit is included in the package offer. Salary is to be commensurate with experience and training. To Apply: applicants shall complete the basic application, submit a letter of application, provide a complete resume’ with any letters of recommendation plus a listing of all work experiences and locations with correct phone listing and names of previous supervisors/employers. The application package should be completed in an expeditious manner as the position is “open until filled”. The completed application package can be mailed or delivered to: Susan Carter, Clerk, USD 466, Scott County Schools, 704 S. College, Scott City, Ks 67871. 29tfc

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The Scott County Record

Business

Page 38 - Thursday, May 8, 2014

Reopened center will offer more ways to get fit The Athleticlub is back in business. After closing its doors on Dec. 31, the business has reopened with a new name - Scott County Fitness Center - and under the ownership of Chris Trayler, who also owns Norse Electric in Scott City. “It’s something I’ve wanted to do for a long time and (former owner Bill Fry) and I had been talking about it for several months,” says Trayler. His first day in the building at 104 Washington in Scott City was Monday as they began cleaning the pool and accepting new memberships. “I think that being without the club for awhile may have helped. People are glad to see it open again,” Trayler says. “I’ve already had people contacting me about memberships.” He has several changes

in mind for the 43-yearold business. Reopening the indoor pool which has been closed for the past couple of years is a top priority. Plans are for the pool to be ready by May 15. The pool will be open year-round so that members of the Scott City Stars swim team will have a place to practice during the winter, in addition to being open to the public and club members. The racquetball courts, which have been idle for several years, will also be put back into use. “We still have all the weights, treadmills and stairstepping machines and they’re in good shape,” says Trayler. “My goal is to create more space in the weight room which will eventually mean expanding to the south if we can acquire the property.” Future plans also include offering classes in

Full- and part-time employees at the Scott County Fitness Center are (from left) James Trayler, Karrin Warta, Matt Hensley, Caitlin Stromberg, Chris Trayler and Debbie Weaver (manager). (Record Photo)

aerobics, dance and karate, along with construction of a rock wall for climbing. Of course, gymnastics will continue to be offered through the fitness center. “Our goal is to have everything in the way of fitness under one roof,” Trayler says.

Memberships are $45 for single and $75 for families. That will provide access to all features in the club, with the exception of the tanning room and gymnastics team. Businesses can contact the center for other membership options.

Fitness center hours are Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. There are tentative plans to be open on Saturdays and Sundays, but that hasn’t been finalized. “We know the big craze is 24-hour fitness centers. We can offer key passes so people will have access

during additional hours, but that’s something we need to evaluate,” Trayler says. In order to reduce his overhead, Trayler will be relocating his Norse Electric office and staff from their south US83 location to separate offices in the fitness center.

Renewal Heyd, Gooden attend applications KOA convention in April More than 450 people attended the 2014 Kansas available Optometric Association Convention, which took place April 24-26 in Topeka. to roofers Optometrists were able to attend 14 hours of conRoofers who have previously registered with the Kansas attorney general’s office can now begin renewing their registrations for the 2015 fiscal year. State law requires roofing contractors operating in Kansas to register with the attorney general’s office annually. In the first year, more than 700 roofers completed the process. Those registrations expire on June 30. Renewal applications are available on the attorney general’s website at www.ag.ks.gov/roofing. Renewal applications must be postmarked by June 30 to keep registration certificates in good standing through June 30, 2015. Kansans who have roofing work done are reminded to make sure the contractor is properly registered. Consumers should request a copy of their roofer’s registration certificate and verify its authenticity by checking the registry on the attorney general’s website at www. InYourCornerKansas.org or by calling (800) 4322310.

tinuing education on the latest developments in eye health and vision care for re-licensure. Among those attending were Drs. Joshua Gooden and Jeffrey Heyd, both of Scott City.

Live Buffalo and Longhorns grazing the Kansas Prairie! Join the Wild West Heritage Foundation to welcome Wyatt, Doc, Miss Kitty & Miss Belle, the NEWEST buffalo in town!

Opening Memorial Day Weekend! Open dawn till dusk all year long! Located off of HWY 50 near Boot Hill Casino & Resort and United Wireless Arena. Visit DodgeCityBuffalo.org for more information.

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Saturday, May 24 • 11AM-7PM

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