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Interpretative center kickoff event is Monday Plans to construct an interpretative center/museum at the site of the El Quartelejo ruins will officially kickoff at Lake Scott State Park on Monday. The event will be attended by Gov. Sam Brownback, representatives of the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism and the Kansas State Historical Society. In addition, there will also be two representatives attending from the Picuris Pueblo in Penasco, N.M.
$1M goal for building to showcase ruins, artifacts A free feed that is open to the public will begin at noon, followed by a ceremony at 1:00 p.m. The afternoon program will include the announcement of a campaign to raise an estimated $1 million for construction of a building that will enclose the pueblo ruins and tell the story of what led to construction of the northernmost pueblo in North
America in the mid-1600s. “It’s an opportunity to explain our dreams to the public and how this is not only important to Kansas, but to the history of this entire region,” says Jerry Thomas, a Scott County artist and historian who is spearheading the fundraising effort. For a number of years there has been discussion about constructing a facility that could
be a combination museum and visitor’s center on the site of El Quartelejo, but lack of funding has been the obstacle. Thomas was contacted by Gov. Brownback and KDWPT Secretary Robin Jennison to take on the task of raising donations for the project. “I’m very excited that I was asked to do this given how much the history of this area
Are you looking for tips on a healthier lifestyle? How to get the most from your workouts? Or maybe you just want to get your blood pressure checked. You can find the answers to your health questions and more during the annual Community Wellness Fair on Sat., Oct. 17, 7:30-10:30 a.m., at Scott City Middle School. Everyone is asked to enter through the south doors on the east side of the school. The north doors are for handicapped access only. About 30 booths will feature a variety of health care professionals who will offer tests, screenings and educational material. Participants can get blood chemistry profiles ($30) and PSA blood tests ($20). Vitamin D testing ($25) can help determine bone health, cardiovascular health, cognitive balance and asthma in children. There will also be vaccinations for pneumonia ($80), influenza ($30) and T-dap ($50). Those who plan to have blood chemistry work must not eat anything after midnight. Blood chemistry results are available in about two weeks.
Nate Nowak has never been content to just watch while activities are happening around him. Whether it’s track, basketball, marching band or his 4-H livestock project, Nate can be found taking part alongside his friends and family. That’s not always easy to do from a wheelchair. But that’s only proven to be a minor inconvenience for the 14-year-old youth who will be joined by his Denver Rolling Nuggets teammates for wheelchair basketball clinics and games this weekend in Scott City. Clinics for wheelchair-bound youth and ablebodied individuals who want to share the experience of competing in a wheelchair will be among the activities to be held on Sat., Oct. 17, at Scott Community High School. The day’s events will also include a meal, fundraising auction, an exhibition by the Nuggets and 3-on-3 games between the Nuggets and local competitors. The fundraiser is to help with travel expenses for Nowak and his Nuggets teammates. Nate must travel to Denver for practice sessions with his Rolling Nuggets team member Nate Nowak.
Road show helps remove mystery behind the court
(See COURT on page two)
SCHS duo is bound for 3-2-1A state tennis tournament Page 21
(See NUGGETS on page nine)
providing a little help
Chief Justice Lawton Nuss and Justice Beier felt the latest edition of their Supreme Court “road show” was very well received with an estimated 600 people in attendance at Garden City High School. “It’s a chance to let people know that we’re not these mysterious people locked in a room in Topeka making decisions based on our personal philosophies,” said Chief Justice Nuss during a stop in Scott City on Wednesday. Since 2011, the Justices have been holding special court sessions outside Topeka, including stops in Salina, Greensburg, Wichita and Pittsburg State University. Earlier this year they were at Hays in April with about 700 people attending a special night court session.
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(See KICKOFF on page 10)
Nowak hopes Nuggets are first step toward college hoops
Wellness fair at SCMS Sat.
The Kansas Supreme Court may not be quite as mysterious to several hundred people who attended a special session of the court on Tuesday evening in Garden City. Likewise, the individuals wearing the robes may also seem a little less mysterious after a question and answer session that Chief Justice Lawton Nuss followed. “A lot of people have opinions of the court that are often shaped by what they read in the media, or hear on talk radio, and this is a chance for people to see the court in action and see the justices who are making these decisions,” noted Justice Carol Beier.
means to me, but it’s also a huge challenge,” says Thomas, who is also director of The Jerry Thomas Gallery and Collection which is part of the El Quartelejo Museum. “I feel confident that we will be able to pull together the necessary resources where the DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution) couldn’t.” Thomas was referring to the DAR which, at one time, owned the site where El Quartelejo
Scott City Elementary School third grader Priscilla Alaniz makes up for the lack of a breeze on Friday by providing her own assistance in helping her ship sail. Alaniz and other third graders, along with their dads, participated in the annual Columbus Day ship building. (Record Photo)
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Kansas resident could get $42M tax refund A little-noticed court ruling raises the possibility Kansas may eventually have to pay $42 million to a former Pizza Hut magnate over his challenge of a massive tax bill the state levied against him years ago. A sum that large could alter
the state’s fiscal footing as Kansas continues to face declining revenue estimates. Gene Bicknell has been engaged in a rolling battle with the state since it audited the taxes he paid from 2005 to 2008 and found that he owed $42 million
Court T h e trip to Garden City is the farthest west the Justices have t a k e n Justice Beier their road show. Among the things that makes an impression on those attending is the balanced approach taken by the court in dealing with lawyers representing both sides of a case. “People seem so surprised at how even-handed the questioning is,” says Justice Beier. “The Justices are directing a lot of questions at the lawyers and, from the audience, one can detect how the tide shifts.” She says that many people have created a perception of how the courts work based on what they see on TV or hear on talk radio.
based on his 2006 sale of NPC International - America’s largest holder of Pizza Hut franchises with hundreds of restaurants. The Kansas Department of Revenue contends Kansas was Bicknell’s primary residence at the time of the sale, but Bicknell
has maintained he was living in Florida. Bicknell handed over the $42 million in 2013 but has been fighting to get the money back ever since. The Kansas Court of Tax Appeals (COTA) determined Bicknell was a Kansas
Politicizing the Courts The Justices realize that efforts to both politicize the court and diminish its independent nature are greater than ever given
the current political climate in Topeka. “I came on the court in 2002 and some of my colleagues from those daysthey’re retired now - have said how different things are now than when they were on the court 14 or 15 years ago,” says Justice Nuss. “At that time we only had to deal with legal matters. We didn’t have to worry about whether or not the legislature was going to cut off our funding.” In particular, the courts have come under fire for their rules over the years with respect to state funding of public education. While Justice Nuss refused to comment on the school finance debate since that issue is again before the court, Justice Beier pointed out, “We don’t choose our cases. Our cases choose us.” Justice Nuss did weigh in on efforts to change the selection process of judg-
(See REFUND on page 10)
(See TAX PLAN on page 10)
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“Too many people have the perception that we’re all like Judge Judy or similar shows that are on TV,” says Justice Nuss with a grin. During the oral arguments he made a point of placing a six-inch folder of legal briefs on the desk “so that people can get some idea of the amount of research involved in each case,” he said. And, unlike Judge Judy, a decision from the court may not be immediate. “We may decide in conference that more work needs to be done, that we need to read more transcripts,” says Justice Nuss. “A decision by seven people sometimes takes awhile.”
resident, and he appealed the ruling. In a September decision that has drawn little public attention, the Kansas Court of Appeals lambasted the tax appeals court’s earlier ruling, saying the
es, noting that the merit system “has worked well for almost 60 years.” “I find it better than any other system I’ve seen,” he said. Justice Nuss noted that Wallace Jefferson, the former Chief Justice in Texas, and Sue Bell Cobb, a former Chief Justice of the Alabama Supreme Court, have had experience in systems where Justices were chosen by statewide elections. Both have expressed their opposition to partisan elections. “There are those who would like to politicize the courts,” said Justice Beier. “We’re pretty committed to resisting that effort. The court is supposed to work outside the political realm.” “There’s been a lot of discussion about a fair and impartial court in Kansas. We’re all far better served if we can keep the politics out,” agreed Justice Nuss.
Graff elected PAAK president
Scott County Historical Society to honor members
The annual Member Appreciation Day meeting of the Scott County Historical Society will be held Sun., October 25, 2:00 p.m., at El Quartelejo Museum. Guest speaker will be Jim Hoy, professor of English, and director of the Center for Great Plains Studies at Emporia State University. His program, “Singing the Cattle North” is made possible by the Kansas Humanities Council. Cowboy folksongs were more than entertainment on the lonely prairie; they told the story of a way of work that has since changed radically. Hoy will discuss the musical culture of yesterday’s cattle drovers and why their trail-driving songs, nightherding songs, and bunkhouse/chuckwagon songs still appeal to Kansas ranchers of today. Membership in the Scott County Historical Society is available by payment of annual dues: $10 per member; $20 per family membership; and $50 business membership. El Quartelejo Museum and the Jerry Thomas Gallery is located at 902 West 5th Street, in Scott City. The public is invited to attend this program. There is no admission charge.
Kathy Graff of Eisenhour and Graff Accounting and Tax Services, Scott City and Leoti, was elected president of the Public Accountants Association of Kansas (PAAK) during the annual state convention in Wichita. PAAK members are engaged in accounting and the tax preparation profession. They are required to complete 30 continuing education credits each year for membership.
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Community Living
Page 3 - Thursday, October 15, 2015
Take precautions to reduce flu risk this season No one can say what’s in store for this year’s flu season as it depends on which strain of influenza circulates and how strong that virus is. Fortunately, there’s plenty of the flu vaccine for everyone. Those at high risk for complications from the flu are urged to get a shot as soon as possible. They are available from your physician or the Scott County Health Department. The flu is a respiratory infection of the nose, throat and sometimes lungs caused by any of
three strains of viruses A, B or C. It causes aches, fever and coughing. The flu season typically runs from November to March. A person can catch the flu by breathing in virus-carrying droplets that have been sneezed or coughed by an infected person or by touching objects on which droplets land and then putting their hands to
Recipe favorites . . .
Chicken Fried Steak Prep Time: 15 min. Ingredients 2-1/2 cups 2 tablespoons 1 teaspoon 3 3 pounds 1 cup 2-1/2 cups 1 teaspoon 3/4 teaspoon 2 tablespoons 1 cube
Cook Time: 45 min.
all-purpose flour, divided salt cayenne pepper eggs, lightly beaten beef chuck steaks, well trimmed oil for frying milk garlic salt celery salt chili powder beef bouillon
Cooking Directions In a shallow bowl, combine 2 cups of the flour, salt and cayenne pepper; set aside. In a bowl, beat together eggs and remaining 1/2 cup flour. Pound steaks flat with a meat mallet. Dredge the steaks first in the flour mixture, then into the egg mixture, then back into the flour mixture. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Fry the coated steaks until golden brown. Remove from skillet, drain, and keep warm. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon of the oil, then stir in the leftover seasoned flour. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the flour is browned. Remove from the heat and Stir in milk, garlic salt, celery salt, chili powder and beef bouillon. Return to the heat and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until gravy thickens. Yield: 6 servings
their nose, eyes or mouth. The virus can linger in the air for as long as three hours and can live for up to two hours on surfaces like sinks, doorknobs and stair railings. If you can’t get a flu shot, several good health habits that can help prevent the flu include: •Avoid close contact with people who are sick. When you are sick, keep your distance from others to protect, too. •Don’t share everything. Use a paper cup dispenser in your bathroom and use disposable towels when someone in
the family has a cold or flu. •Stay home when you are sick to help prevent others from catching your illness. •Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. •Clean your hands often to help protect yourself from germs, especially after you sneeze or cough but also before eating. Aim for at least four hand washings a day. •Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth to help prevent the spread of germs. •Wipe down often-
touched surfaces such as stair railings, doorknobs and sinks with a cleaning agent that contains alcohol to kill the germs. •Get plenty of sleep. Take time to relax to avoid stress build-up. •Avoid smoking since it makes the immune system weaker. •Keep physically active but don’t overdo it or you could increase your risk for infection. Steps for Good Nutrition
Good nutrition can help ward off colds and flu. Here are some nutrition facts from Mary Meck
Higgins, Ph.D., R.D., assistant professor at Kansas State University: •Eat and drink plenty of fluids such as water, soup or juice. You need more fluid because of dry indoor heat and loss of fluids from fever, mucous production, diarrhea, or vomiting. Choose beverages without caffeine. Alcohol impairs the immune system and therefore weakens the body’s ability to fight off infectious disease. •Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables in order to get plenty of vitamins (See FLU on page eight)
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Editorial/Opinion
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editorially speaking
Road show:
Opportunity for Justices to dispel misperceptions
The Kansas Supreme Court has found itself an unwilling participant in an ideology battle between Kansas politicians over the years, most notably when it comes to the funding of public education in Kansas. The court’s rulings have proven very unpopular with ultra-conservative Republicans who have repeatedly challenged the court’s interpretation of adequate funding. That contentious relationship has deteriorated even further under the Gov. Brownback administration. The governor, with support of conservative lawmakers in his party, has initiated changes in how judges are appointed (in an effort to more directly influence court decisions) and threatened to cut funding for the courts if it doesn’t issue favorable rulings. So much for the checks and balances of government. That’s why the Supreme Court’s “road show” in Garden City is so valuable. This was the ninth time that the court has heard cases outside of the Supreme Court building in Topeka. A similar court session was held at Hays in April with about 700 in attendance. Between 500-600 attended the judicial proceedings in Garden City. Events such as this are a rare opportunity for people to see how the court operates. All too often, the perception that people have of the court is shaped by conservative lawmakers, conservative talk radio and TV personalities. “People see that we’re human beings,” says Justice Carol Beier. The public can also see first-hand the deliberative process that goes into deciding the outcome of a case. “Too many people have the perception that we’re all like Judge Judy or similar shows that are on TV,” says a bemused Chief Justice Lawton Nuss. “After seeing what we do, most people seem to be impressed at how we approach a case and the amount of research involved.” The fact that several hundred people are willing to attend these events at two Western Kansas sites speaks well for the interest that our citizens have in the judicial process, and their appreciation for what are historic events. Rather than accepting the dogma from conservative politicians that they are hounded by an “activist court,” just maybe people walk away from these events with the knowledge that the court is doing the job it’s supposed to do and performing those duties quite well. In a sense, the Supreme Court’s road show is a public relations campaign. In a bigger sense, it’s a great civics lesson and a reminder as to why it’s important to have a court system free from politics.
Freedom to fail:
Huelskamp contributes to the failure of government
This past week we saw a glaring example of what happens when people who have no faith in the workings of government are serving in government. The U.S. House of Representatives is reportedly in chaos since Rep. Kevin McCarthy decided to withdraw from the race for Speaker of the House. Not that McCarthy was some magical figure who could fix all that’s wrong in the House. His own intellectual and moral shortcomings have become evident during the last couple of weeks. A bigger issue is that the so-called Freedom Caucus - a group of about 40 ultraconservative Republicans of which Kansas Congressman Tim Huelskamp is a member - seems to carry political clout that far exceeds its numbers. The caucus is standing firm on the type of individual it wants for Speaker of the House. Without the support of the Freedom Caucus, Republicans can’t get enough votes to elect their next Speaker. It’s a dilemma that not only highlights the chasm within the Republican Party, but the dysfunction of our federal government. Even more disturbing is that lawmakers such as Huelskamp aren’t bothered by their intransigent approach to governing, but proud of every opportunity they can throw more sand into the wheels of a government they dislike, distrust and yet, for some odd reason, insist on being a part of. Government isn’t perfect. But, like it or not, we need government and we need a government that can respond to the needs of its people. We need a federal government that can tackle the issues of a crumbling infrastructure, health care, an aging Baby Boomer generation, the federal deficit, income inequality and education. Lawmakers such as Huelskamp don’t believe in government. As long as Huelskamp remains in Washington, D.C., he will be part of a self-fulfilling prophecy that government can only be part of the problem - not part of the solution.
Sanders could learn from the GOP Sen. Bernie Sanders missed his opportunity this week to seize control of the Democratic nomination for president - or at least skyrocket even higher in the polls. He committed a cardinal political sin by being nice. Some are calling it a huge blunder by the Sanders campaign, saying this demonstrates why Democrats have no business being in politics, let alone seeking the presidency. “The American people are sick and tired of hearing about your damn emails,” Sanders said during the debate in reference to Hillary Clinton’s socalled scandal. He further emphasized the need to “talk about the real issues facing America.” “I’ve been running Republican political campaigns for 20 years and I’ve never seen anything like it,” said one consultant who was particularly disturbed at Sanders’ reluctance to score political points with the anti-Hillary crowd. “Republican members of the House have spent
millions of taxpayer dollars and thousands of hours trying to dredge up some kind of scandal and Sanders wants to move past this issue and talk about things like income inequality, affordable college education and health care,” said the GOP campaign operative. “It’s obvious he knows nothing about politics.” The fact that Sanders would rather talk about real issues has Republicans licking their chops. “Has Sanders been spending his entire career in some backwoods cabin in New Hampshire?” the GOP operative wondered. “If people cared about real issues do you think Donald Trump and Ben Carson would be leading the Republican field of presidential candidates?” “People want something to be angry about or scared of and Republicans are going to turn those
emotions into a four year stay in the White House.” The best news for GOP hopefuls is that Republican politics has become a fact-free zone. When Donald Trump declares that the political leaders of Mexico are shipping their criminals across the southern border of the U.S. and giving them a free pass to terrorize America, no one asks for proof. No one demands statistics. Trump says it, so it must be so. Ben Carson told Karen Hunter on Sirius XM Radio that he was standing in line at a Popeye’s restaurant when a “guy comes in, put the gun in my ribs. And I just said ‘I believe that you want the guy behind the counter.’” Apparently Carson didn’t have enough time to organize all the people in the restaurant so they could rush the gunman with Carson leading the pack while yelling, “He may get me, but he can’t get all of us.” The calm manner by which Carson directed an individual to point his gun at someone else has only
enhanced the perception of his leadership potential in the GOP presidential field. Who can argue with GOP candidates who declare that if we want to prevent another mass shooting in the U.S. we need to make sure that more people have guns? We currently have 90 firearms for every 100 people living in this country. According to the Second Amendment that still isn’t enough to make us feel safe. It’s not just Trump and Carson who understand how to play the game. Kansas Republican Congressional candidate Roger Marshall can come out as a proponent of trickledown economics because it works. He just can’t tell us where, but that’s a small detail in the context of a political campaign. Fellow Republicans can argue that in order to avoid the next Great Recession we need less government oversight of Wall Street, climate change is a hoax, tax cuts have no effect on government bud(See SANDERS on page six)
The cost of political dysfunction Earlier this month, The Economist, the renowned British weekly, ran an editorial advocating an end to the U.S. dollar’s supremacy as the world’s chief currency. The magazine offered several economic motives and one supremely political one. “For how long,” its editors wrote, “will countries be ready to tie their financial systems to America’s fractious and dysfunctional politics?” I want to be blunt here. Congress’s inaction on a host of important issues - its inability to deal with our problems - is doing real damage to our country. It undermines our ability to lead in the world and causes undue economic and social hardship at home. What strikes me hardest about that sentence in The Economist is that it reflects a sobering truth:
Where to Write
another view by Lee Hamilton
people both at home and abroad now accept that our current unworkable politics shows no sign of changing and could intensify. We are getting a reputation as a nation that cannot deal with many of its problems. The truth is always complex. You will find plenty of mayors, governors, state legislators, and even federal officials who don’t have the luxury of gamesmanship; they confront problems and solve them, often with great creativity. Those who discount us forget that we have a deep bench. Yet if you look ahead at the next few months, it’s hard to avoid a sinking feeling. The leadership
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battles put the Congress in even greater disarray just before a series of critical fiscal deadlines. Congress has to raise the debt ceiling by early November. It needs to craft a longterm budget deal. It has to come up with a multi-year plan for highway spending. It needs to reauthorize the Export-Import Bank, which helps American businesses sell their goods overseas. It has to decide what to do with a series of tax breaks that are due to expire. These things will not happen without a great deal of turmoil. That’s because congressional politics today are bewildering, freeswinging, unscripted and unprecedented. I can’t figure out how so many members of Congress reached a point where they cannot accept the fundamental political real-
Sen. Pat Roberts 109 Hart Senate Office Bldg. Washington, D.C. 20510 (202) 224-4774 roberts.senate.gov/email.htm
ity of our times. You need 60 votes to move legislation in the Senate, along with 67 votes to override a veto in the Senate and 290 votes to do so in the House. With the White House controlled by one party and Congress controlled by the other, those numbers are the fundamental fact of legislative life. They force a choice on members of Congress: to protest, make speeches, and strike ideological positions; or to govern. Too many members are opting for the first choice. Yet if we’re to get out of this mess, the starting point is to recognize the political reality of divided government. The parties have a right to their own hopes and aspirations, but they also need to take seriously the responsibility to govern. (See POLITICAL on page six)
Sen. Jerry Moran 141 Hart Senate Office Bldg. Washington, D.C. 20510 (202) 224-6521 www.house.gov/moranks01/
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Taking the low road on Medicaid Brownback chooses to pit working poor against disabled In Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback’s world, expanding Medicaid eligibility to more low-income Kansans would create “new government entitlements” for “able-bodied adults” and benefit a small number of “big city hospitals.” I’ll say this for Melika Willoughby, the deputy communications director who penned that incendiary language in an email on behalf of the Brownback administration: She’s got the code words down pat. The idea of creating a new welfare benefit for able-bodied slackers in big city (read: urban) locales is enough to cause a run on anxiety meds among some Kansans who are fortunate enough to afford them. Members of the state Legislature already are lining up for refills.
behind the headlines by Barbara Shelly
By spewing this sort of vitriol, the governor’s office is choosing to argue a complex issue with the lowest forms of talking points. A recent memo to legislators from the staff of House Speaker Ray Merrick veered in the same ugly direction. One can argue against expanding Medicaid on fiscal grounds. Some of the states that have broadened their eligibility are finding that more people are enrolling, and costs are higher than they’d estimated. But those states are finding ways to reduce and offset the new costs, and not one has reversed its expansion. And, given that the recent closing of a rural hospital is prompting this renewed debate, one can make a case that the financial problems of rural hospitals are multifaceted and Medicaid expansion is not a guaranteed means of salvation. But it would surely help. The Kansas Hospital Association estimates the average rural hospital
would receive $1.32 million a year in new federal funds from expansion. Of course most of the expansion money would go to larger hospitals in the state’s more populous areas, simply because they serve more Medicaid patients. But shouldn’t Brownback, Merrick and other political leaders be concerned about the fiscal health of all the state’s hospitals? The most offensive portion of Willoughby’s memo was this sentence: “Medicaid expansion creates new entitlements for able-bodied adults without dependents, prioritizing those who choose not to work before intellectually, developmentally and physically disabled, the frail and elderly and those struggling with mental health issues.” The governor, she said, finds that “morally reprehensible.” It’s correct that most of the people who would benefit from an expansion of Medicaid to the level called for in the federal Affordable Care Act are adults without dependents. That’s because they currently can’t qualify for Medicaid at all.
For today’s report, I have a bunch of statistics for you. Wait . . . don’t run away! Where are you going? Come back here and sit still while I drill these stats into your head! I realize that numbers can numb the brain, but this is a good story, and I promise that these statistics are easy to absorb. In fact, the number 400 pretty much sums it up. It’s a story of political intrigue and corruption involving some of America’s wealthiest families and corporations. Start with the “Billionaire 400,” a clique of the elite organized by the conniving Koch brothers. These ultra-
rich right-wingers gather each winter in some warm weather resort for a secretive, invitation-only retreat. There, they plot strategies and pledge money for electing politicos who’ll support their vision of corporate rule in America. For the 2016 elections, they’ve already committed nearly a billion dollars to impose their vision of plutocracy over our democratic ideals - double the combined amount that the Republican and Democratic parties will spend. Then, there are the secretive SuperPACs that’re sacking-up tens of millions of dollars to back various presidential candidates. Again, a mere 400 corporations and rich families - each writing checks for hundreds of thou-
fic showing American military crimes in Iraq and beyond. And Edward Snowden, who told Americans about the extent to which our government is spying on us, faces life in prison if he ever returns to the country. The list goes on and on. Baltimore Police Department whistleblower Joe Crystal knew what he was getting into when he reported an incident of police brutality to his superiors after witnessing two colleagues brutally beat a suspect. Crystal immediately became known as a “rat cop” and a “snitch.” He finally resigned from the department after receiving credible death threats. It’s not just government employees either. Whistleblowers first brought attention to wrongdoing at Enron, Lehman Brothers, Stanford International Bank, and elsewhere. And what’s their reward? Across the board, whistleblowers are investigated, (See WHISTLEBLOWERS on page six)
(See POTHOLES on page six)
(See MEDICAID on page six)
sands and even millions of dollars have put up nearly half of all the money in these electioneering committees. But now, here comes the antidote to this corruption of our politics by fat cats. Instead of being financed by 400 special interests, Bernie Sanders’ campaign has raised its $15 million from 400,000 ordinary Americans. In fact, the average donation to Bernie is a heartwarming, soul-saving $31.30! You can’t buy a president for 30 bucks - but you can help elect one who isn’t owned by Big Money. Isn’t that the way it ought to be? Jim Hightower is a national radio commentator, writer, public speaker and author
The sad fate of whistleblowers History may be kind, but they are outcasts in their own lifetimes What is it about whistleblowers that the powers that be can’t stand? When I blew the whistle on the CIA’s illegal torture program, I was derided in many quarters as a traitor. My detractors in the government attacked me for violating my secrecy agreement, even as they ignored the oath we’d all taken to protect and defend the Constitution. All of this happened despite the fact that the torture I helped expose is illegal in the United States. Torture also violates a number of international laws and treaties to which our country is signatory - some of which the United States itself was the driving force in drafting. I was charged with three counts of espionage, all of which were eventually
other voices by John Kiriakou
dropped when I took a plea to a lesser count. I had to choose between spending up to 30 months in prison and rolling the dice to risk a 45-year sentence. With five kids, and three of them under the age of 10, I took the plea. Tom Drake - the NSA whistleblower who went through the agency’s chain of command to report its illegal program to spy on American citizens - was thanked for his honesty and hard work by being charged with 10 felonies, including five counts of espionage. The government eventually dropped the charges, but not before Drake had suffered terrible financial, professional and personal distress. This is an ongoing theme, especially in government. Chelsea Manning is serving 35 years in prison for her disclosure of State Department and military cable traf-
by Scott Klinger
Life was different in the 1990s. Back in ‘93, a lucky few used dialup Internet to access one of 800 websites available worldwide. Smart phones were a distant dream. The TV dinosaur Barney had just started “edutaining” America’s children. And gas cost about We’re $1.30 a gallon - includ- nearly $1 ing 18.4 cents in fed- trillion behind on eral taxes to build and transportamaintain our roads, tion investbridges and transit sys- ments, accordtems. to the Now, 22 years later, ing American the Internet is all- Society encompassing, smart- of Civil phones are ubiquitous, Engineers. and Barney’s been dormant for years. Gas for $1.30 is a distant dream, even in these oil boom days. Yet for some reason, majorities in both houses of Congress expect good roads for the same 18 pennies per gallon we paid in 1993. Rather than agreeing on a long-term fix for the gas tax, Congress has kicked the can down the road. It’s passed 33 short-term fixes in the last six years. Each time, the Highway Trust Fund’s solvency becomes even more perilous. Decades of deferred maintenance on our nation’s infrastructure have resulted in needless congestion, dangerous bridges and less reliable public transit. We’re nearly $1 trillion behind on transportation investments, according to the American Society of Civil Engineers. The Highway Trust Fund was established in 1956, funded by a three cent-per-gallon tax on gasoline, to build our Interstate Highway System. The tax was increased a little each year to keep up with inflation and ensure our roads were well tended. But since it got stuck at 18.4 cents in 1993 - about 30 cents in today’s dollars - this revenue no longer covers the tab for even the most critical repairs and investments. A sustainable solution would permanently align expenditures with revenue. Instead, some members of Congress and the Obama administration are pursuing more temporary fixes. One of the leading proposals would ask a small number of very large corporations - including Microsoft, Google and Citigroup to pay a small portion of the taxes they owe on $2 trillion of untaxed profits they’ve stashed offshore. A lot of that money was earned doing business in the United States, but the companies shifted their profits offshore using legal accounting tricks for the express purpose of avoiding taxes. Under plans proposed by President Barack Obama and two senators - New York Democrat Chuck Schumer and Ohio Republican Rob Portman - corporations would pay about $150 billion of the more than $500 billion in taxes they owe. The remaining $350 billion would simply be forgiven. That $150 billion could fund six years of highway repairs. But this money - just a fraction of what those companies actually owe - would be a one-time windfall. By 2021, we’d be back in the same fix, having squandered a big pot of funds we could have otherwise used for investments in wornout schools, dams and levees - while rewarding corporate tax dodging, too. And by then we could still be stuck with a gas tax set nearly three decades before. There are much simpler solutions. Closing the funding gap would only require drivers to pay a dime more per gallon in gas taxes today. Other options include stopping companies from shifting U.S. profits to offshore tax havens in the first place, and using the $90 billion a year in revenue that would result to
Buying a president for only $30 by Jim Hightower
Corporate tax cuts won’t pave our potholes
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Brownback to poor: ‘if you get sick, quit your job’ Aaron Estabrook
For the working poor, Governor Brownback’s decision to not expand Medicaid sends them a real clear message, “if you get sick, quit your job.” That’s the only way to qualify for health care coverage under KanCare, our version of Medicaid. Most Kansans agree that work is necessary for someone to make the most of their lives. Gov. Brownback has actually
removed the incentives that would encourage Medicaid recipients to work. It’s stunningly poor policy-making. With renewed calls for Congressman Paul Ryan to be named Speaker of the United States House of Representatives I found myself remembering some things he said about his vision for the way America structures her incentives. As the Republican Vice Presidential candidate
Sanders gets and gay marriage will bring on the next ice age. And to protect our constitutional right to vote we need to make it harder for people to vote, according to Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach. Some 30,000 Kansas residents were left in voting limbo during the last election because of successful efforts by Kobach and the
Carson: Dems offered no plan to protect earth from dragons by Andy Borowitz
LAS VEGAS (The Borowitz Report) The Democrats who participated in the first Democratic Presidential debate of the 2016 campaign garnered a scathing review from the retired neurosurgeon Ben Carson, who said that none of them offered a concrete plan to protect the Earth from an invasion of bloodthirsty alien dragons. “A swarm of marauding dragons with the capacity to shoot flames a thousand feet or more could destroy life on this planet as we know it,” Carson told Fox News. “And yet not a single one of these Democrats has apparently given any thought to such a threat.” While the Republican Presidential candidate acknowledged that the Democrats in Las Vegas tangled over such issues as guns, Syria and income inequality, he said, “I did not hear the word ‘dragon’ once.” “If I am elected President, I will gather the greatest minds in technology to design and build a dome made of dragon-proof material,” he said. “As a backup plan, in the event of a dragon attack, I would attempt to convince the dragons to attack Mars instead.” Carson said that, of all of the men and women running for President, he was best prepared to protect the United States from dragons. “This is the problem that keeps me up at night,” he said. Andy Borowitz is a comedian and author
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But research has shown two-thirds of new Medicaid recipients would come from the ranks of the working poor. They would not be jumping the line ahead of truly vulnerable Kansans. People with physical and developmental disabilities already are covered for medical needs under the KanCare program. Elderly Kansans who are indigent can qualify for Medicaid. As for the mentally ill, no group would benefit more from Medicaid expansion. Surveys have found that more than half of the people who seek treatment at Kansas community mental health centers are uninsured. After he decimated state services with disastrous income tax cuts, Brownback isn’t fooling anyone with his sudden concern for disabled Kansans, who still face long waits for support services. “To pit two groups of vulnerable people against each other - that is the lowest I’ve seen,” said Tom Laing, executive director of InterHab, an advocacy group for developmentally disabled Kansans and their families. Morally reprehensible, is what it is. Barbara Shelly is a columnist for the Kansas City Star
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waste.” Sitting in guard towers along the front lines of the war on terror as a young man I feared what complacency could do to a tired soldier, and worse, what it could do to those who depended on him. Serving on my local board of education I have witnessed what local government can do when thoughtful incentives are implemented and what state government can do
Paul Ryan said “we don’t want to turn the safety net into a hammock that lulls able-bodied people to lives of dependency and complacency, that drains them of their will and their incentive to make
his brother made America safe - after 9/11. Mike Huckabee can claim he charged up San Juan Hill alongside Teddy Roosevelt. Sen. Ted Cruz can defend those Texans who say that Operation Jade Helm 15 is a planned military invasion of Texas involving President Obama, China and Walmart. (This comes on the heels of Operation
Old Faithful 14 in which Obama and the National Parks Service were going to cap off the famous geyser and reroute that energy to destroy Dick Cheney’s mountain home retreat.) Nothing this field of candidates claims has the ability to raise a single eyebrow among Republican voters. “The beauty of Republican politics is that we are
bound by no rules,” says the GOP strategist. “We don’t have to be nice and we don’t need facts. And our voting base still loves us. “Bernie Sanders would do well to learn that lesson before his campaign ends up in the political dumpster.”
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Republican-controlled legislature. In order to prove that his voter fraud campaign is not a fraud, Kobach has recently announced he will prosecute three individuals under his new law. Three prosecutions while 30,000 people are denied the right to vote. So work the scales of voting justice in Kansas.
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the most of their lives,” and just this past July at the Aspen Ideas Festival he elaborated by saying “The highest marginal tax rate is a single mom making $25,000 a year, who is losing $0.80 to $0.90 on
the dollar when she tries to take a leap of faith and go work.” What Representative Ryan was implicitly acknowledging is that sometimes, in our rush to accountability, we create perverse incentives for people. This resonates with me. Tending to our livestock in the fields behind our home near Dodge City, I learned from my father what many Southwest Kansans tell their sons, “haste makes
To receive Premium Assistance Credits through the Affordable Care Act, an individual or family must have a minimum income of at least 138% of the poverty level. That translates into just over $2,200 per month in household income. That leaves a significant coverage gap for the working poor - a mother, for instance, who is trying to go back to school to better her family’s life, while working a minimum wage job.
The wheels of Republican politics just keep on rolling. Even though HewlettPackard was tanking while Carly Fiorina was its CEO - and stock prices jumped seven percent the day she announced her resignation - she can proclaim that as president she would bring business expertise to the oval office. Jeb Bush can claim that
Whistleblowers harassed, fired, and in some cases prosecuted. That’s the conclusion of author Eyal Press, whose book Beautiful Souls: The Courage and Conscience of Ordinary People in Extraordinary Times documents the struggles of whistleblowers throughout history. Press’s whistleblowers never recover financially or professionally from their actions. History
seems to smile on them, but during their lifetimes they remain outcasts. This is a tragedy. Blowing the whistle on wrongdoing should be the norm, not the exception. I recently visited Greece to help the government there draft a whistleblower protection law. The Greek word for “whistleblower” translates as “guardian of the
Political They need to find a way past the unhappiness and anger that are evident in the country at large. Given the seriousness of our problems and the lack of progress on the policy agenda Congress is supposed to handle, there’s really only one way forward: through negotiation and compromise. This has never been easy - learning to compromise on the issues without compromising one’s own
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public trust.” I wish our own government’s treatment of whistleblowers could reflect that understanding. Yet even legal guarantees of protection from prosecution and persecution aren’t enough - especially if, as in the case of existing law, national security employees are exempt from these safeguards. Instead, society must
start seeing things differently. Like the Greeks, all of us need to start treating whistleblowers as guardians, not traitors. And if we value what freedoms we have left, we should demand that our government do the same. John Kiriakou is an associate fellow at the Institute for Policy Studies. He’s a former CIA counterterrorism officer and senior investigator for the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. OtherWords.org
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principles - but it’s especially challenging now, when I worry that striking a deal has become a lost art. Still, certain steps seem obvious. The congressional leadership must let the Congress work its will. Members should be allowed to vote straightforwardly on the major policy issues of the day, without leadership manipulating the process to control the result.
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Rod Haxton can be reached at editor@screcord.com
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make a down payment on roads and other infrastructure needs. If Congress refuses to ask drivers to pay 21st century prices for 21st century roads, our once world-class infrastructure will go the way of dial-up Internet. Scott Klinger is the director of Revenue and Spending Policies at the Center for Effective Government. ForEffectiveGov.org
The House should reject the Hastert Rule, under which a majority of the majority caucus is required to bring a bill to the floor. And both houses need to stop the outrageous use of huge omnibus bills adopted by shortcutting time-tested regular order procedures. If Congress does not learn to compromise and negotiate, the country is headed for even deeper trouble than we’re current-
ly in. U.S. world leadership will slip, our ability to deal with economic and social issues at home will deteriorate, and the electorate will become even more embittered. Our future is in Congress’s hands. It would be nice if they recognized it. Lee Hamilton is director of the Center on Congress at Indiana University and a former Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years
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when the opposite occurs. Government has a mixed track record when it intervenes in people’s lives, but one thing we know for sure, the way it structures incentives matters. Remarkably, Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback seems to have forgotten this lesson when it comes to Medicaid Expansion. For all the bad parts of the Affordable Care Act there are also a few good ones. And Medicaid Expansion is actually one of the good parts - or at least it should be for Kansans. It allows states to expand access to Medicaid to fill gaps in coverage, covers 100% of costs of expanding coverage, and will cover 90% for the foreseeable future. But instead of taking that opportunity, Gov. Brownback wants us to believe that expanding Medicaid will create a
new class of dependent Kansans and calls it “morally reprehensible.” The reality is that not expanding Medicaid will also likely have that effect. Other than Medicare for seniors, there are now two ways that the government helps Americans afford increasingly unaffordable healthcare coverage: Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act. Receiving Medicaid today is very difficult in Kansas, because our state has one of the lowest thresholds for Medicaid eligibility in America. For a family of three to qualify in 2014, total household income needed to be less than $618 per month. Adults without dependent children don’t qualify at all, regardless of their income level. To receive Premium Assistance Credits through the Affordable Care Act, an individual or
family must have a minimum income of at least 138% of the poverty level. That translates into just over $2,200 per month in household income. That leaves a significant coverage gap for the working poor - a mother, for instance, who is trying to go back to school to better her family’s life, while working a minimum wage job. The question here is pretty simple: Do we encourage people to keep their job if they get sick, or do we maintain a system of perverse incentives that forces workers to quit their jobs to get health insurance, and potentially drags them into a life of dependency and complacency? We all know the answer to this, but does Governor Brownback? Aaron Estabrook is vice president of the ManhattanOgden board of education
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Sorority members showing the two lap quilts that were donated to them are (from left) Kate Macy, Michelle Ruth and Kristi Conine. (Record Photo)
Support for local Alpha Omega chapter extends beyond U.S. border Alpha Omega Sorority has become very familiar to people in Scott County for sponsoring the annual Whimmydiddle craft show, along with their generous support of individuals and groups in need. Their reputation has spread internationally and resulted in a recent donation to help with a local fundraiser. A retired quilter from Canada who met a member of the sorority and heard about all their work recently sent the organization two lap quilts. The
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and minerals. If you take a supplement, be sure to read the label carefully and not consume more than the daily value. Citrus fruits are high in Vitamin C and are antioxidants that help heal tiny cuts and keeps the immune system healthy. •Liver, fish oil, eggs and orange and yellow fruits and vegetables are high in Vitamin A. Vitamin A protects the skin and mucous membranes. •Vitamin E is an antioxidant in vegetable oils, margarine, wheat germ, whole grains, nuts, peanut butter, seeds and salad dressings. •Selenium works with Vitamin E in the immune system and can be found in seafood, liver and other meats. •A deficiency or excess of iron can depress the immune system. Iron is found in many foods including meats, spinach, pumpkin seeds, soybean nuts, prune juice, raisins, lima and kidney beans. Cold Symptoms •can develop yearround; more common in fall and winter •come on slowly over the course of several days •no fever or low fever (101 degrees or less) •runny nose, sneezing, congestion, sore throat •include small amount of coughing •no nausea, vomiting or diarrhea •normal appetite •mild fatigue •typically lasts 5-6 days
sorority is selling tickets for the quilts to raise money for Laura Meireis who has been diagnosed with cancer. The connection between the David and Lorraine Rice, Ontario, Canada, and Rick and Michelle Ruth began earlier this year when the Scott City couple returned to Jamaica to celebrate their fifth anniversary. The Ruths met the Rices and the couple struck up a friendship. “We got to visiting and I told Lorraine all about the sorority I belong to
and all that we do for our community,” noted Michelle. “She was so impressed that she wanted to help us out. She loves to quilt, so she sent us two lap quilts. She knew they would be used for a good cause.” Ruth took the quilts to a sorority meeting and shared the story behind them and her friend’s generosity. “I was overwhelmed by her generosity. Quilts are not cheap to make and to ship from Canada,” said Ruth. The sorority decided
they would use the quilts as a fundraiser for Meireis. “I e-mail (Lorraine) and we visit on a regular basis. She feels real good about helping us out.” The sorority is having a drawing for one of the quilts. The quilt is on display at local banks and tickets can be purchased from a sorority member. Meireis’ fellow teachers in the school district are also planning a fundraiser at which time the other quilt will be given away. The sorority plans to have the drawing for their quilt in early November.
Nuggets team and they compete in tournaments throughout the nation. Born with spina bifida, Nate was the youngest member of the Nuggets when he joined their junior team a year ago. He has since traveled with the team to tournaments in Phoenix, Ariz., Salt Lake City, Utah, Louisville, Ky., Omaha, Nebr., and Colorado Springs. When they qualified for the national tournament the Nuggets were the 31st ranked team. After finishing 10th in the junior division they climbed into 25th place. “The opportunities for children with physical disabilities to participate in sports are so limited in this part of the state,” notes his mother, Becky. “Nate enjoys sports and this was an opportunity for him to compete.” Nate has participated in basketball through the Scott Recreation Commission, but his first exposure to competing with other wheelchair competitors came during a camp in Aurora, Colo., two summers ago. “A coach said that even though I was only 11 I had some pretty good skills,” says Nate. In addition, he also attended a camp at White Water, Wisc., where Nate added to his wheelchair basketball skills. “You learn to be pretty aggressive,” he says with a grin. “Players will sometimes get knocked over in their chairs and they’ll block you off from the basket. It can get pretty rough and that’s what surprised me the most when I started playing.” In order to be a member of the Nuggets, Nowak was expected to attend practices in Denver at least once a month. Because he’s been a basketball manager for his Scott City Middle School team, and he also participates in their practices, the Nuggets’ coaching staff took that into consideration. “We do make it to some practices along with fundraisers in Denver,” says
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Becky. “We’d like to take Nate out there more often, but it gets expensive and it would mean a lot of time out of school.” While Nate has the full use of his arms, he has had to overcome 23 surgeries during his young life, including numerous shunt revisions in his skull, four knee operations and hip revisions. Nate is also experiencing the onset of scoliosis which has required massages and chiropractic treatments. “They’ve helped, but now specialists are going to determine whether or not a rod will need to be inserted along Nate’s spine,” Becky says. That decision will come in early November. “We’re hoping that won’t be the case because it will prevent him from taking part in any physical activity for a year,” she notes. Learning Experience However, being a member of the Nuggets is about more than basketball. “Nate has learned a lot about being more independent. He’s just like all the other kids in that they must know how to transfer themselves from a wheelchair to a vehicle and how to get their wheelchair in the vehicle,” Becky says. “I’m learning a lot about being on my own,” adds Nate. Traveling with the team has also created some unusual and unexpected problems - like when they traveled by airplane to Salt Lake City for a tournament. Between players and coaches there were 15 regular wheelchairs and 15 basketball chairs and the airline had the wheels from all 30 wheelchairs removed in order to make room for them on the plane. After the plane arrived at the airport it took another 1-1/2 hours before the wheels were matched and reattached to all 30 wheelchairs and the team could disembark. “Now whenever we travel, Nate has us ask the airline not to remove the
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wheels,” says Becky. The Rolling Nuggets The Nuggets consist of 11 players and three coaches, Christina Schwab, Justin Obermeyer and Seth Rojhani. Schwab is a basketball gold medalist in the Paralympics and Obermeyer is a member of the University of Alabama wheelchair basketball team. Schwab and Obermeyer will be making the trip to Scott City. Wheelchairs used in basketball have wheels that are mounted at an angle, rather than 90 degrees, which is typical of most wheelchairs. The Nowak’s had to purchase a $3,000 wheelchair in order for Nate to participate. “They are a lot lighter and easier to maneuver,” noted Nate. “The kids hate to get out of them because they are so much faster than regular wheelchairs,” adds Becky. Players with a variety of disabilities can participate in wheelchair basketball. Players can include arm and leg amputees. “We saw one player who had been a stroke victim who only had the use of one arm, but the chair had been specially designed so that he could maneuver both wheels with one arm,” Becky says. “When you watch what these kids can do and what they have had to overcome it’s pretty amazing.” And it’s also given Nate another goal in his life. He hopes that his experience with the Rolling Nuggets will make it possible for him to play wheelchair basketball at the college level after he graduates from SCHS.
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The El Quartelejo ruins at Lake Scott State Park as the site has appeared for more than 40 years. Plans are to enclose the ruins in an interpretative center and bring back some of the historical artifacts which have been removed so they can be on permanent display in Scott County. (Record Photo)
Kickoff is located and had ambitions of constructing a building to protect the ruins. However, the organization was never able to pull together the resources to make that happen and eventually turned ownership of the site over to the state about two years ago. The Battle Canyon Symposium that was held in Scott City in 2013 helped to jump start talk about the future of the El Quartelejo ruins, says Thomas. While the state is “very involved in what we’re doing,” Thomas says it has, so far, not offered a commitment of funding for the project. At the present time, the estimated $1 million center will be financed with donations. “A lot of folks are very excited about this and I
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11:30 a.m.: Hamburger/ hot dog feed at the shelter house near El Quartelejo ruins. 1:00 p.m.: Interpretative center presentation.
feel they will be very generous,” Thomas says. Preliminary plans call for construction of an 84x66 foot building that will enclose the 49x36 foot pueblo foundation. Once enclosed, the foundation will be excavated to reveal what it actually looks like. In addition, there will be a walkway inside the pueblo along with an interpretative area that will feature actual artifacts from the site. “We’ll be able to tell the story of El Quartelejo so that people come away with a full understanding of why the Taos and
Picuris Pueblos came here and what life was like in this area at the time,” Thomas says. “This will also be a great opportunity to share the history of Battle Canyon and guide visitors to the El Quartelejo Museum.” He says the state is particularly interested because it sees El Quartelejo as a pilot project for similar fundraising events that will be held in conjunction with other historic sites around Kansas. “We’re honored to be the first site. There’s no better place to start than the first inhabited Native American pueblo and the last Indian battle in Kansas,” Thomas says. His goal is for the interpretative center to be completed in 2-1/2 years.
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lower court had blatantly ignored state regulations. Essentially, the Court of Tax Appeals must rule again on Bicknell’s situation, this time taking into account state regulations potentially favorable to Bicknell’s case. While adjudicating the matter again is no guarantee Bicknell will ultimately prevail, the state faces a $42 million payout if he does. The Legislature and Gov. Sam Brownback forged a revenue and budget deal in June to pay for fiscal year 2016, which runs July 2015 through June 2016. The legislative package raised sales taxes and Brownback announced millions in costcutting measures. In total, the legislative and executive actions were supposed to leave the state with about $77 million in the bank at the end of the fiscal year. But revenue collections have fallen below expectations during the first three months of the year. The state has taken in about $42 million less in revenue than expected or about $61 million less than estimated if only tax collections are taken into account. But an additional $42 million hit from a payout to Bicknell - if it came during the current fiscal year - would likely push the state’s end balance into negative territory. “This would put us upside down at this very moment,” said Annie McKay, director and lobbyist for the Kansas Center for Economic Growth.
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Youth/Education English, elementary teachers harder to find in Kansas The Scott County Record
TOPEKA - The Kansas State Department of Education has released its list of the top five hard-tofill teaching positions in Kansas, and it includes a few surprise entries. Besides high school and middle school math and science teachers, which are perennially in short supply, the Kansas list also includes two fields that used to have
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Top 5 Hard-to-Fill Teaching Positions in Kansas •English Language and Literature (Junior/Middle School) •Life and Physical Sciences (Secondary) •Elementary Classroom Teacher •Mathematics (Junior/Middle) •Mathematics (Secondary)
ample supplies: elementary classroom teachers and middle school English language arts teachers. Rick Ginsberg, dean of the Kansas University School of Education, said
he was especially surprised to see elementary teachers listed. “I think that is largely location specific,” he said. “Many rural communities are really struggling with
finding people, but I am also hearing from larger districts that they aren’t getting the number of elementary applications they did in the past.” The list is important because under a new state law, school districts are now allowed to rehire retired teachers to fill those positions, if they are willing to pay a surcharge into the Kansas Public
Employees Retirement System. Previously, retired teachers who were collecting monthly KPERS benefits could go to work for a different school district. Or, if they chose to work in their old district, they could only earn up to $20,000 before they had to terminate their employment or forego their KPERS payments.
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USD 466 (Scott County) board member Eric Erven and Supt. Jamie Rumford have been recognized by the Kansas Association of School Boards for participation in training programs. Erven and Rumford received certificates for acquiring at least 25 Leadership Academy points. The KASB Leadership Academy encourages school board members and superintendents to seek continuing education to help them become better district leaders. KASB sponsors workshops and seminars throughout the year at which school board members and superintendents receive points based on the length and content of each seminar. The points are totaled at the end of the program year. Certificates are presented to board members and superintendents who receive at least 25 points.
Retired educators to meet Oct. 21
Northwest Prairie Winds Retired Educators will be meeting in Ness City on Wed., October 21, 11:30 a.m., at the El Dos De Oros Restaurant, 201 E. Sycamore St. Following lunch the group will tour the Historical Ness County Bank Building, the Ness County Museum, School House and the Agricultural Museum. Those planning to attend are asked to RSVP with Phyllis Stull (785798-3794) or Coralee Thornburg (785-7316728).
2 earn degrees from Ft. Hays Two area students were among those completing degrees this summer from Ft. Hays State University. Chris Lund, Scott City, earned a bachelor of arts degree in sociology. Michael Thomas graduated with a bachelor of general studies (communication). About 400 students completed associate, bachelor’s or graduate degrees form FHSU during the summer term. Scott City Elementary School third graders and their fathers participated in the annual Columbus Day ship building event on Friday afternoon. Constructing ships and then finding how seaworthy they were in pools set up outside the school are (clockwise, from top) Launching their ships are (from left) Camden Vulgamore, Griffin Edwards, Breven Vulgamore and Jacob Franco. Putting the finishing touches on their boat are Brooklyn and Mario Escalona. Michael Smith makes sure his sails are secure.
Under the new law, school districts can rehire special education teachers or teachers in any of the other top five shortage areas. During the time the retired teacher is working, though, the district must pay an additional eight percent of that teacher’s salary into KPERS to compensate the pension (See TEACHERS on page 20)
For the Record Top 5 money fears and how to tackle them The Scott County Record
by Nathaniel Sillin
Are you worried about your financial situation? For the eighth consecutive year, the American Psychological Association (APA) identified money as the number one stress trigger, with 72 percent of Americans reporting stress about money and nearly 1-in-5 saying they had skipped or considered
skipping going to the doctor due to financial concerns. As for relationships, almost one third of adults with partners reported that money is “a major source of conflict.” The following are common money stresses, and tips to tackling them. •You’re just one paycheck away from financial disaster. The Corporation for
Scott City Council Agenda Mon., October 19 • 7:30 p.m. City Hall • 221 W. 5th •Call to Order
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Enterprise Development’ recent Assets and Opportunity Scorecard reported that over 40 percent of American households are “liquid asset poor,” meaning that they have less than three months of savings to help them absorb a financial shock like a lost job, medical emergency or other unforeseen financial expense.
Scott County Commission Agenda Monday, October 19 County Courthouse 9:00 a.m.
County business Accounts payable County treasurer and clerk to discuss the AS400
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Emergency Management Director Larry Turpin
•Approve minutes of October 5 regular meeting •Discussion of transient guest tax funds for Scott City Chamber of Commerce •Scott County Development Committee update •Mayor’s appointment to Sales Tax Committee •Open bids for airport hangar door •Airport Commission update
Tip: Build an emergency fund. After learning how to budget (http:// w w w. p r a c t i c a l m o neyskills.com/budgeting), building an emergency fund (http://www. practicalmoneyskills. com/emergencycalc) is the next essential step in financial planning. Saving and investing for other goals are equally important, but they should
10:30 a.m. Non-elected department heads employee evaluations 11:00 a.m. Public Works Director Richard Cramer Agenda may change before the meeting. Contact County Clerk Alice Brokofsky for an updated agenda (872-2420) or visit www.scott.kansasgov.com
•Open agenda: audience is invited to voice ideas or concerns. A time limit may be requested Police Department 1) Request to attend Close Quarter Strategies Instructor Course in Overland Park Parks Department 1) Misc. business Public Works Department 1) Report on well No. 8 Clerk’s Department 1) Misc. business •Financial and investment reports •Mayor’s comments
Public Notice (First published in The Scott County Record, Thurs., Oct. 15, 2015; last published Thurs., Oct. 29, 2015)3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF SCOTT COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF PHYLLIS LONG a/k/a PHYLLIS A. LONG, deceased Case No. 2015-PR-20 NOTICE OF HEARING AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS You are hereby notified that on the 7th day of October, 2015, a Petition was filed in this Court by Greg Long an heir of Phyllis Long, deceased, praying: That descent be determined of the following described personal property owned by the decedent: PruLife Universal, Policy Number V2241148 and all
personal or real property owned by decedent at the time of her death. You are required to file your written defenses thereto on or before the 5th day of November, 2015, at 2:00 o’clock p.m., in said Court, in the City of Scott City, in 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 the Petition. Greg Long Petitioner WALLACE, BRANTLEY & SHIRLEY 325 Main Street P.O. Box 605 Scott City, Kansas, 67871 Attorneys for Petitioner
Public Notice (First published in The Scott County Record, Thurs., Oct. 8, 2015; last published Thurs., Oct. 22, 2015.)3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF SCOTT COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF KLAASTON GARY CANDELARIO, a minor child By McKaylin Jo-Dee Burhoop, his next friend, Mother, And Natural guardian, Case No. 2015-CV-29 AMENDED NOTICE OF HEARING You are hereby notified that on the 5th day of October, 2015, a Petition was filed in this Court by McKaylin JoDee Burhoop, as the next friend, Mother and natural guardian of Klaaston Gary Candelario and Petitioner in the above referenced matter, praying that the minor child,
Klaaston Gary Candelario’s name be changed. You are required to file your written defenses thereto on or before the 7th day of December, 2015, at 9:30 o’clock a.m., in said Court, in the City of Scott City, in Scott County, Kansas, at which time and place said cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, an Order of the Court will be entered in due course upon the Petition. McKaylin Jo-Dee Burhoop, Petitioner WALLACE, BRANTLEY & SHIRLEY 325 Main Street P.O. Box 605 Scott City, Kansas, 67871 (620) 872-2161 Attorneys for Petitioner
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Public Notice (Published in The Scott County Record Thurs., Oct. 15, 2015)1t NOTICE OF HEARING TO REDUCE SETBACK The Board of County Commissioners, Scott County, Kansas, will hold a public hearing on action to reduce the set-back on county road Main Street, Grigsby AKA Grigston, Scott County, Kansas from the north edge of Highway Ninety-Six to the south edge of Indiana Road to 70 feet, 35 feet on either side of center; and vacate that prior set back in excess of the 70 feet.
The Board will hold its hearing on Tuesday, November 17, 2015, at 3:00 p.m. in the board room, first floor, Scott County Courthouse, 303 Court Street, Scott City, Kansas, as required by K.S.A. 68-102. Any interested person may appear at the hearing to present evidence or testimony to the Board. For additional information contact Rebecca J. Faurot, Scott County Attorney, 211 S. Main, Suite 118, Scott City, Kansas 67871, (620)872-3600, rjflaw@att. net.
DL handbooks are free The Kansas Department of Revenue has eliminated the fee to purchase driver’s license handbooks at driver licensing stations throughout the state. The handbook outlines the Kansas’ rules of the road and includes information about applying for a driver’s license. It is also available online in PDF format at http://www.ksrevenue.org/pdf/dlhb.pdf.
We need volunteer bus drivers to provide transportation for noon meals at the VIP Center. You pick the days you can help. Get a free meal. Contact 872-3501 for more information.
follow the creation and annual review of a healthy emergency fund. •You’re lost financially. A 2014 survey by economists from George Washington University and The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania states that only 30 percent of Americans could accurately answer three basic personal finance ques-
tions dealing with savings and investment returns. Respondents from other major developed countries - including Germany, the Netherlands, Japan and Australia – scored roughly the same. It’s a global problem. Tip: Identify your biggest financial problems. Does every dime you make go toward pay(See FEARS on page 16)
Public Notice (Published in The Scott County Record Thurs., Oct. 8, 2015) 1t
SCOTT COUNTY COMMISSIONER’S PROCEEDINGS SEPTEMBER 2015 GENERAL FUND SALARIES ............................................ $ 94,953.60 COMMODITIES .................................... 8,843.12 CONTRACTUAL SERVICES ................. 57,344.75 CAPITAL OUTLAY.................................. 2,429.20 OTHER................................................... 25.00 COUNTY HEALTH FUND SALARIES ............................................. COMMODITIES ..................................... CONTRACTUAL SERVICES ................. CAPITAL OUTLAY ................................. OTHER...................................................
16,308.46 1,795.39 2,013.01 276.00 0.00
NOXIOUS WEED FUND SALARIES............................................... COMMODITIES ...................................... CONTRACTUAL SERVICES................... OTHER ...................................................
5,080.16 11,589.62 438.50 0.00
ROAD AND BRIDGE FUND SALARIES .............................................. COMMODITIES....................................... CONTRACTUAL SERVICES.................... CAPITAL OUTLAY....................................
33,716.32 71,759.29 3,433.39 0.00
FIRE DISTRICT FUND SALARIES .............................................. COMMODITIES ...................................... CONTRACTUAL SERVICES.................... CAPITAL OUTLAY ..................................
389.28 0.00 3,274.37 0.00
TREASURER’S SPECIAL FUND SALARIES ............................................... COMMODITIES ....................................... CONTRACTUAL SERVICES .................... CAPITAL OUTLAY..................................... OTHER .....................................................
3,545.56 0.00 70.77 0.00 513.17
JAMES M. MINNIX Chairman
ALICE BROKOFSKY Scott County Clerk
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Kobach files 3 criminal cases under new law
TOPEKA - Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach’s office has charged three voters in two counties of casting ballots illegally while voting in another state in the same elections, filing the first cases under a new state law giving him the power to prosecute election fraud allegations. Two involve voters in the Kansas City area and
the third has been filed in Sherman County. Kobach, a conservative Republican and former law professor, won the state’s top elections job in 2010 by describing election fraud as a major problem in Kansas and promising to crack down on it. His critics contend the laws he’s shepherded through the GOPdominated Legislature,
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such as a requirement for new voters to document their U.S. citizenship when registering, suppress turnout. The secretary of state’s office filed 10 criminal charges, including three felony counts, in Sherman County against Lincoln L. Wilson, 64, who was registered both in Goodland and Hale, Colo. According to records in both states,
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1814 S. 32nd Street Kansas City, Ks. 66106-2817 62.40
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2881 E. Road 70 Scott City, Ks. 67871-5046 102.28
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22 W. 56th St., Suite 107 Kearney, Nebr. 68847
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Kurt Norman
412 W. 5th Street Scott City, Ks. 67871
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507 W. 8th Street, #6 Scott City, Ks. 67871
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Maria Rodriguez
Cynthia Salinas
Eric Sommer
Max Dale Strickert
209 Downing Road Scott City, Ks. 67871
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410 W. 8th Street, #6 Scott City, Ks. 67871
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1505 S. College St. Scott City, Ks. 67871
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314 W. Jefferson Howard, Ks. 67349-9117 421 Crofters Court Fairfield, Calif. 94533
both states in November 2010. Wilson’s first court appearance is Nov. 3, while the Gaedtkes are scheduled to appear in court Dec. 3. All three were registered in Kansas as Republicans. Kansas has required voters to show photo ID at the polls since 2012, and the proof-of-citizenship requirement took effect in
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(First published in The Scott County Record, Thurs., Oct. 8, (First published in The Scott County Record, Thurs., 2015; last published Thurs., Oct. 22, 2015)3t Oct. 1, 2015; last published DELINQUENT PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX Thurs., Oct. 15, 2015.)3t UNCOLLECTED TAX WARRANTS FROM IN THE DISTRICT COURT SCOTT COUNTY SHERIFF OF SCOTT COUNTY, KANSAS OCTOBER 1, 2015 IN THE MATTER OF THE Warrant Name Address Amount ESTATE OF JUDY MARIE MEYER, deceased, 1523 College 145 (2013) Adam Blau and Case No. 2015-PR-07 Imelda Longoria Scott City, Ks. 67871 86.20 NOTICE OF HEARING THE STATE OF KANSAS 7 Steve Brite 9500 Yuma Drive TO ALL PERSONS CONKnoxville, Tenn. 37931 127.80 CERNED: You are hereby notified 23 Dale Farr, Jr. 10450 E. Road 152 that a Petition has been Scott City, Ks. 67871 68.19 filed in this Court by Rex W. Grothusen, duly appointed, 37 Sandra L. Henson 3146 Inwood Street qualified and acting executor Wichita Ks. 67226-2205 58.28 of the Estate of Judy Marie Meyer, deceased, praying 38 Sandra L. Henson 3146 Inwood Street that his acts be approved; Wichita Ks. 67226-2205 109.38 that the Will be construed and the Estate be assigned 42 Travis Hinrichs 28049 U Rd. to the persons entitled thereWaKeeney, Ks. 67672-2745 191.94 to; that fees and expenses be allowed; that the costs
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Wilson voted in both Kansas and Colorado in the same elections in 2010, 2012 and 2014. In Johnson County, Kobach’s office filed three misdemeanor charges each against Steven K. Gaedtke, 60, and his wife, Betty Gaedtke, 61, who had been registered to vote both in Olathe and Yellville, Ark. Election officials said they voted in
(See KOBACH on page 16)
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be determined and ordered paid; that the administration of the Estate be closed; that the Executor be discharged and that he be released from further liability. You are required to file your written defenses thereto on or before the 28th day of October, 2015, at 2:00 o’clock p.m., of said day, in said Court, in the City of Scott City, in 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 the Petition. Rex W. Grothusen WALLACE, BRANTLEY & SHIRLEY 325 Main - P. O. Box 605 Scott City, Kansas 67871 (620) 872-2161 Attorneys for Petitioner
Public Notice (First published in The Scott County Record, Thurs., Oct. 1, 2015; last published Thurs., Oct. 15, 2015.)3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF SCOTT COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ILENE WREN, deceased, Case No. 2015-PR-18 NOTICE OF HEARING AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS You are hereby notified that on the 28th day of September, 2015, a Petition was filed in this Court by Everett Wren an heir of Ilene Wren, deceased, praying: That descent be determined of the following described real property owned by the decedent: Undivided one-half interest in Lot One (1), Block Six (6), Nonnamaker Addition to the City of Scott City, Kansas
2013, making Kansas one of four states with such a rule. Kobach argued his office also needed the power to pursue election fraud cases because they’re often a low priority for busy prosecutors, but resistance from many lawmakers, including some Republicans, kept them from granting him the power until this year.
and all real property and any Kansas real estate owned by decedent at the time of her death. You are required to file your written defenses thereto on or before the 23rd day of October, 2015, at 10:00 o’clock a.m., in said Court, in the City of Scott City, in 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 the Petition. Everett Wren Petitioner WALLACE, BRANTLEY & SHIRLEY 325 Main Street P.O. Box 605 Scott City, Kansas, 67871 Attorneys for Petitioner
(First published in The Scott County Record Thurs., Oct. 8, 2015; last published Thurs., Oct. 22, 2015)3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF SCOTT COUNTY, KANSAS In the Matter of the Estate of David B. Mick, Deceased (Petition Pursuant to K.S.A. Chapter 56) No. 15-PR-2 NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR FINAL SETTLEMENT THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are notified that a petition has been filed in this Court by John Mick duly appointed, qualified and acting Executor of the Estate of David B. Mick, deceased, requesting that Petitioner’s acts be approved; account be settled and allowed; the heirs be determined; the Will be construed and the Estate be assigned to the persons entitled thereto; the Court find the allowances requested for attorneys’ fees
and expenses are reasonable and should be allowed; the costs be determined and ordered paid; the administration of the Estate be closed; upon the filing of receipts the Petitioner be finally discharged as the Executor of the Estate of David B. Mick, deceased, and the Petitioner be released from further liability, You are require to file your written defenses to the petition on or before the 4th day of November, 2015, at 10:00 a.m., in the District Court of Scott County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail to file your written defenses, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition. John Mick, Executor Jake W. Brooks Attorney at Law P.O. Box 664 Scott City, Kansas 67871 Attorney for Petitioner
Residential Real Estate Tuesday, October 27 • 12:30 p.m.
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Location: 245 South 3rd St., Dighton
Martha B. Bretz - Owner
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Ramon Villarreal
Edith R. Young
603 N. Washington St. Scott City, Ks. 67871
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Address: 245 S. 3rd St.
712 E. 5th Street, #8 Scott City, Ks. 67871
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Property: 1,857 sq. ft. of total living area. Ranch-style brick home, single car garage, 2 bath, 5 bedroom, hardwood floors, basement, corner lot, 2 small out buildings, fenced back yard, edge of town.
7701 E. Kellogg, Suite 555 Wichita, Ks. 67207-1722 273.36
Grand Total
$4,478.87
Taxes: 2015 taxes $999.92. Taxes prorated to day of closing.
Lark Speer, Scott County Treasurer
Evidence of Title: Seller will provide to the buyer, title insurance in the amount of purchase price amount, with buyer and seller splitting premium 50%-50%.
Public Notice (First published in The Scott County Record Thurs., Oct. 8, 2015; last published Thurs., Oct. 22, 2015)3t IN THE TWENTY-FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT SCOTT COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ALLAN L. HOEME, DECEASED Case No. 15 PR 19 NOTICE TO CREDITORS THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that on the 29th day of September, 2015, a Petition for Probate of Will and for Issuance of Letters Testamentary Under the Kansas Simplified Estates Act was filed in this Court by Anita G. Hoeme, an heir, devisee and legatee of Allan L. Hoeme, deceased. All creditors of the dece-
Terms: 10% down day of sale, with balance due in certified funds at closing. Closing to be on or before November 30, 2015. Announcements day of the auction take precedence over printed material. Possession at closing
dent are notified to exhibit their demands against the Estate within the later of four (4) months from the date of the first publication of this notice or if the identity of the creditor is known or reasonably ascertainable, thirty (30) days after receipt of actual notice, as provided by law, and if their demands are not thus exhibited, they shall be forever barred. ANITA G. HOEME, Petitioner Prepared by: STEWART T. WEAVER FOULSTON SIEFKIN LLP 1551 NORTH WATERFRONT PARKWAY, SUITE 100 WICHITA, KANSAS 672064466 sweaver@foulston.com Telephone: (316) 267-6371 Facsimile: (866) 347-3141 Attorneys for Petitioner
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Inspection: Each individual bidder is responsible for conducting thier own independent inspection and due diligence concerning pertinent faces about this property. Neither Lawrence and Assoc. Realty, its agents, or the seller make any warranties expressed or implied. Broker:Lawrence and Associates Realty • 513 Main, Scott City, Ks. 67871• 620-872-5267 Auctioneer / Listing Agent:Russell Berning • P. O. Box Q, Leoti, Ks. 67861 • 1-800-466-5202
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Minimum wage ruling prompts request for funds KDADS seeks $6.5 million for home health workers Dave Ranney KHI News Service
A spokesperson for the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services says the agency
will need an additional $6.5 million to comply with a recent ruling that requires employers to pay in-home workers minimum wage and overtime. The department has asked Gov. Sam Brownback’s budget office to build the additional funding into its bud-
get for the current fiscal year, according to Angela de Rocha, KDADS director of communications. However, tax revenues are more than $60 million below projections so far this fiscal year, creating a bleak budget situation in Kansas. Last week Chief Justice
John Roberts of the U.S. Supreme Court denied an application to stay that U.S. Department of Labor ruling, which is expected to have the biggest effect on the state’s Medicaidfunded services - called sleep cycle supports - that involve paying workers to be present while
frail elders or people with serious disabilities sleep. These workers help beneficiaries with toileting, taking medication, being repositioned to prevent bedsores or getting out of bed in the morning. The services are designed to help people continue living in com-
munity-based settings and avoid having to move to nursing homes, which are more expensive. For years, sleep-support workers in Kansas have been paid about $35 per evening, which per hour is less than minimum wage. (See REQUEST on page 15)
Agencies on Aging say policy Plan now for change will reduce senior services health insurance Dave Ranney KHI News Service
A recent change in Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services policy will reduce access to services that help the state’s frail elders avoid often-costly nursing home stays, according to directors of the state’s Area Agencies on Aging. “This will have an impact on case manage-
Late last month, directors of the 11 Area Agencies on Aging in Kansas learned that KDADS officials were enacting a policy that, effective Oct. 1, prevents the programs from spending more than 20 percent of their Senior Care Act budgets on case management.
ment services, which we believe are pivotal when it comes to helping our customers remain in their homes,” said Janis DeBoer, executive director of the Kansas Area Agencies on Aging Association. “Case management is the glue that
keeps everything together.” Late last month, directors of the 11 Area Agencies on Aging in Kansas learned that KDADS officials were enacting a policy that, effective Oct. 1, prevents the programs from spend-
ing more than 20 percent of their Senior Care Act budgets on case management. At the same time, those case managers are being required to conduct more in-person visits. “About 30 percent of our Senior Care Act budget is for case management,” said Karen Wilson, who runs Northeast Kansas Area Agency on Aging (AAA), a seven(See SERVICES on page 17)
Adult obesity rate in Kansas rises for fourth consecutive year Kansas’ rate of adult obesity surged in 2014 to close the gap with weightchallenged Oklahoma and fall another step behind lean-living Colorado, according to a recent report. At least 21 percent of residents in every state in the United States were viewed as obese in the analysis released by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and Trust for America’s Health. Overall, adult obesity rates remained mostly steady across the country last year, but unease remains as the rate has doubled during the past 35 years. In 2014, all but two of 25 states with the most elevated rates of adults with excessively high
body fat in relation to lean body mass were in the Midwest and South. Kansas had a 31.3 percent rate last year to rank 13th, up from 30 percent in 2013. The state’s rate of obesity has risen in each of the past four years. Kansas now holds a position closer to the country’s highest rate of 35.9 percent in Arkansas than the lowest rate of 21.3 percent in Colorado. In Kansas’ four-state border region, Oklahoma led the pack at 33 percent in 2014, up from 32.5 percent in 2013. The latest rate in Missouri and Nebraska was 30.2 percent, a tie for 20th, but the number reflected a rise from 29.6 percent in Nebraska and a decline from 30.4 percent in
Missouri. Colorado was unchanged at 21.3 percent. Laurie Harrison, a health promotion coordinator with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, said genetics as well as socioeconomic status, culture and daily living environment were key factors in determining obesity. KDHE works to counter unhealthy conditions by assisting communities with installation of sidewalks for pedestrians, expansion of food alternatives at farmers markets and encouragement of physical fitness. “These strategies are focused on access to healthy foods and beverages, and safe locations for physical activities,”
she said. The trend in adult obesity in Kansas shouldn’t be a surprise given the 2013 study indicating four of five adults over 18 years of age didn’t engage in more than 150 minutes of moderate physical activity each week. These activities include running, brisk walking, swimming or bicycling. In “The State of Obesity,” the rate of obesity in the United States was higher among blacks and Latinos than whites. The figures: blacks, 47.8 percent; Latinos, 42.5 percent; and whites, 32.6 percent. The rate was above 30 percent in 42 states for blacks, 30 states for Latinos and 13 states for whites. (See OBESITY on page 19)
ACA revision aids small businesses insurance reform provi- things. Little discussed was the the new law allows those impact of the original procompanies to continue as vision in the health law on large group plans, unless workers, who would prestates step in to define sumably benefit from the them differently. law’s enhanced coverage Lawmakers from both requirements and limits parties argued that clas- on cost sharing. sifying these companies But some policy as small businesses would experts say it’s unclear increase their health that workers would come insurance premiums sig- out ahead. Instead, they nificantly because they say, the original lanwould have to comply guage might encourage with requirements to offer more companies to sidea comprehensive package step the small-business of benefits, among other insurance requirements
Michelle Andrews Heartland Health Monitor sions next year. Instead,
President Barack Obama signed legislation last week that makes a significant change in the health law’s small-business rules, following a rare bipartisan effort to amend the health law. The revision updates the definition of “small employer” under the health law so that companies with 51 to 100 workers will not become subject to the small group
by “self-funding,” which means paying claims on their own instead of buying insurance for that purpose. A shift in that direction could leave workers in plans that offer less protection than they currently have. The health law amendment does not affect the employer requirement to offer insurance to workers. Starting next year, employers with 50 to 100 workers have to offer health insurance or face (See REVISION on page 19)
open enrollment
If you haven’t already, it’s time to review health insurance options, as annual open enrollment in the Kansas Health Insurance Marketplace (https:// www.healthcare.gov) for 2016 coverage begins Nov. 1. Many employers and some public programs, such as Medicare, also use the fall as a time for annual enrollment or the renewal of health insurance plans. Marketplace enrollment continues through Jan. 31. Dec. 15 is the last day to enroll in or change plans for new coverage to start Jan. 1. Jan. 15 is the last day to enroll in or change plans for new coverage to start Feb. 1. That coverage will take effect March 1, 2016. While there are a few exceptions, the Affordable Care Act requires that individiuals be insured for at least nine months out of every year, or they will have to pay a penalty at tax time for being uninsured, said Roberta Riportella, Kansas Health Foundation professor of community health at Kansas State University. Generally, the only time to buy health insurance coverage is during annual open enrollment periods. Anyone who is experiencing a qualifying life event such as losing job coverage, getting married or having a child can change your health insurance outside of the open enrollment period in a special enrollment period. (See ENROLLMENT on page 15)
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KanCare company raising campaign funds for GOP Andy Marso KHI News Service
One of the three companies that administer KanCare co-hosted a fundraiser Wednesday for Republican members of the Senate Public Health and Welfare Committee, opening a new chapter in the state’s move to priva-
tized Medicaid. The three managed care organizations the state contracted with in 2012 receive nearly all their revenue in Kansas from state and federal tax dollars. One of the companies, Amerigroup, on Wednesday used some of that revenue to bolster
Enrollment “It is difficult to change coverage if you don’t experience a qualifying life event, so it’s best to take advantage of the open enrollment period,” said Riportella, also a health care policy expert for K-State Extension. Specifications for enrollment in health insurance coverage, by type of coverage, include: Insurance coverage through an employer: your employer determines the open enrollment dates. The dates vary from employer to employer. If you have a spouse, you
After the ruling takes effect Nov. 12, most of these workers will need to be paid between $45 and $60 per evening. De Rocha said KDADS and the managed care organizations (MCOs) that administer KanCare, the state’s Medicaid program, will “continue to work with consumers to ensure adequate support is maintained.” Some services, she said, may have to be realigned in ways that have not yet been defined. Last year, KDADS Secretary Kari Bruffett called lawmakers’ attention to the Department of Labor ruling’s potential to reduce or eliminate sleepcycle support for 1,400 people and force “more consumers … into institutions.” The ruling also requires employers to pay attendant
trend of lobbying and politicking by the KanCare companies that has raised the eyebrows of some stakeholders and minority party Democrats. The three companies have directly donated more than $50,000 to the campaigns of sitting legislators since KanCare began and spent more
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will likely have two different open enrollment periods to keep track of each year. If you are not sure when your next job-based open enrollment period is, ask your employer. Insurance from the marketplace: the marketplace open enrollment period is Nov. 1, 2015 through Jan. 31, 2016. Insurance through Medicare: Medicare’s initial enrollment period is a seven-month window surrounding your 65th birthday, or for those under 65 and disabled, the seven months surrounding the
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the re-election campaigns of Republicans who control a committee charged with overseeing its performance. It’s not unusual for medical organizations to contribute to political campaigns. But Amerigroup’s involvement in this week’s event continues a
25th month of disability. Special enrollment periods for Medicare vary, and specific rules and timing can be found on the Medicare website (http:// www.medicare.gov/Pubs/ pdf/11219.pdf). If a beneficiary has missed the initial enrollment period and is not eligible for a special enrollment period, the Medicare general enrollment period runs Jan. 1 to March 31 each year, with coverage beginning July 1 of that year. Insurance though KanCare: this is Kansas’ Medicaid program. Applications for KanCare
can be submitted at any time. Delays in enrollment and coverage, and penalties may apply if the consumer does not enroll at the appropriate time. If obtaining insurance through the marketplace, log on to www.healthcare. gov. To learn more about how to enroll in the marketplace or KanCare, call the marketplace, available 24/7, at 800-3182596. The Kansas Health Institute also has resources on its website (http:// www.khi.org/).
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care workers for some of the time they spend driving between their care recipients’ homes. “But the biggest concern centers around sleep cycle support,” said Mike Oxford, executive director of the Topeka Independent Living Resource Center, a nonprofit program that helps arrange in-home services for people with physical disabilities. “What the ruling says, essentially, is that the services really can’t be paid for on a daily-rate basis like they are now,” Oxford said. “It has to be by the hour, and it has to be minimum wage.” Oxford said he welcomed news of the KDADS request to Gov. Sam Brownback’s administration for the additional $6.5 million. “There hasn’t been a lot information that’s been shared with the public on
this, so it’s great to hear,” he said. “Our hope now is that KDADS, the MCOs and the service providers can all work together on this.” Though the ruling takes effect in mid-November, federal officials won’t begin enforcing the new requirements until 2016. “What that means is that between Nov. 12 and Dec. 31, the Department of Labor will have ‘prosecutorial discretion’ as long as employers are making a good faith effort to come into compliance,” said Deane Beebe, a spokesperson for the Paraprofessional Healthcare Institute, a national organization that represents home health aides and personal care attendants and has been outspoken in its support for the ruling. “But on Jan. 1, that discretion gets replaced
with enforcement,” she said. “Workers who feel like they’ve not been paid minimum wage can file complaints with the Department of Labor in their state. They will have legal standing.” Beebe said her organization is encouraging states to resist cutting services in an effort to offset the ruling’s costs. “The solution to this is not to cut services,” she said. “If they do, they’ll be out of compliance with the Olmstead ruling and with the Americans with Disabilities Act, and that will be a real problem.” The Olmstead ruling refers to a 1999 U.S. Supreme Court decision that said people with disabilities have a right to services that allow them to live in communitybased settings rather than institution-based settings.
than $7,000 on food and drinks for legislators during the 2015 session. Most of that money has gone to Republicans who control the Legislature, leading to concerns that it will affect the willingness of some members to hold the companies accountable. Among them, the companies have state
contracts worth about $3 billion and serve about 425,000 Kansans. “It potentially creates a legislative voting bloc that favors a for-profit industry that relies heavily on Kansas tax dollars,” said Sen. David Haley, one of the two Democrats on the committee who were not invited to the fundraiser.
Pastime at Park Lane The Assembly of God Church led Sunday afternoon services. Residents played Wii bowling on Monday evening. Pastor Bob Artz led Bible study on Tuesday morning. Doris Riner and Elsie Nagel led the hymns. Residents decorated Halloween hedgehog cupcakes on Tuesday afternoon. Russel and Mary Webster led Bible study on Tuesday evening. Rev. Warren Prochnow led Lutheran services on Wednesday morning. Madeline Murphy and Dusty Binns led bingo on Wednesday afternoon. Several residents played cards on Wednesday evening. D’Ann Markel gave
‘Over 50 Chorus’ performs
The Over 50 Chorus performed on Thursday afternoon. Chorus members were Dorothy Milburn, Madeline Murphy, Neva Jacobus, Charlotte Utley, Gladys Soodsma, Irma McDaniel, Melva Knight and Marilyn Dryer.
Residents enjoy pitch, dominoes
Residents played pitch and dominoes on Monday afternoon. Game helpers were Gary Goodman, Joy Barnett, Madeline Murphy, Lynda Burnett, Wanda Kirk, Dorothy King, Hugh McDaniel and Mandy Barnett. manicures on Thursday morning. Kathy Moore held a story time on Thursday afternoon. Dusty Binns helped with trivia games on Thursday evening. Fr. Bernard Felix led Catholic Mass on Friday
Deaths
Sr. citizens lunch menu
Chad Lee Medina Chad Lee Medina, 41, died Sept. 21, 2015, at his home in Portland, Ore. H e was born on March 16, 1974, in Leoti, the son of Charles and Laura Chad Medina (Bishop) Medina. Chad attended kindergarten through the seventh grade in Copeland and eighth grade through his senior year in Leoti. Following graduation from Wichita County High Shcool in 1992 he attended Ft. Hays State University and began his career in healthcare as a CT technologist. He had been employed by Legacy Emanuel Medical Center in Portland, Ore., for the past 10 years. Survivors include: his wife, Monika Medina;
Fears ing bills? No savings or investments? No emergency fund? Once you’ve identified your main money blind spots, get help. Reach out to a trusted friend or relative with good money habits or a qualified financial advisor who can help you see where you stand, establish realistic goals and restart your financial education. •You’ll never catch up. Bankrate.com’s March Financial Security Index said that nearly half of Americans aren’t saving enough for emergencies or retirement. Only a quarter of middle-class households earning between $50,000 and $75,000 were savings champs, putting away more than 15 percent of their income. Tip: Forget the past and begin today. Start by figuring out where you stand financially. Then address your expenses and whether there’s an opportunity to boost your income so you can make up for lost time. •Your money troubles are putting your closest relationships in jeopardy. Money issues affect all relationships, but couples
morning. Rev. Warren Prochnow led Lutheran services on Friday afternoon. Residents enjoyed vanilla ice cream cones on Friday afternoon. Residents played Wii bowling or pitch on Friday evening.
one son, Mateo Max Medina, both of Portland, Ore.; parents, Leoti; two brothers, Blaine Medina, and wife, Patty, Blue Mound, Ill., and Cory Medina, and wife, Anna, Portland, Ore.; one niece, one nephew, and many aunts, uncles, cousins and countless friends. Memorial mass will be held Sat., Oct. 31, 10:00 a.m., at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, Leoti, with Fr. Benjamin Martin officiating. Inurnment will be at the Leoti Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Mateo Max Medina Education Fund in care of Price and Sons Funeral Home, Box 161, Leoti, Ks. 67861. Condolences may be sent to the family through the funeral home website at priceandsons.com.
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can be hit the hardest by money secrecy or socalled “financial infidelity.” Tip: Face the music. Get qualified advice, quantify the extent of the problem, make a plan and share the details face-toface with loved ones or business partners who need to know. Assume you won’t be able to control their response, so focus on solving the problem and vow to end your secretive behavior for good. •You can’t face financial paperwork. When you can’t face bills, statements and other financial calls or communications, it generally reflects financial uncertainty in some form. Tip: Get help. Pull the information together and get help if you need to. Put payments and other financial decisions on a paper or digital calendar with reminders to act. Bottom line: Fear about money issues can affect your health and relationships. Diffuse that stress through education, assistance and positive action to improve your financial future outlook.
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Kobach’s office filed the criminal cases a week after county election officials, under a new rule imposed by him, began canceling more than 31,000 voter registrations that had been incomplete for more than 90 days. Most were for prospective voters who had not complied with the proof-ofcitizenship requirement. Kerry Gooch, executive director of the Kansas Democratic Party, criticized Kobach for blocking tens of thousands from voting “to find three people in five years.” But Kobach said he focused first on filing cases over 2010 incidents because state law prevents prosecutors from filing charges for most crimes after five years. He said he expects to file more cases within the next two months. The most serious charges against Wilson are three counts of election perjury, or making false statements to election officials about being qualified to vote. It’s punishable by up to seven months in prison for a first-time offender, though the presumed sentence is a year’s probation. The most serious charges against the Gaedtkes are one misdemeanor count each of voting without being qualified, a misdemeanor punishable by up to a year in a county jail.
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Dottie Fouquet was visited by Mark Fouquet and Anne Crane. Delores Brooks was visited by Dave and Cheryl Perry, Nancy Holt and Charles Brooks. Lawana Rothers was visited by Gene and VonDyn Williamson, Kim Smith, Janet Offutt, Stephen and Sue Shull from Ogallala, Nebr., and Melva Knight. Thelma Branine was visited by Sherri and Hunter Smith, Ron Branine, Jodie Burch and Brandon. LaVera King was visited by Gloria Gough, Carol Latham, Velda Riddiough, Tava See, and Randy and Harrison King. Cecile Billings was visited by Ann Beaton and Delinda Dunagan.
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Arlene Beaton was visited by Nancy Holt, William Beaton and Margie Stevens. Lowell Rudolph was visited by Kathleen Moore, Tom Moore, LuAnn Buehler, Ron Hess, and Rev. Don Martin from St. Luke’s Church. Nella Funk was visited by Nancy Holt. Yvonne Spangler was visited by Yvette Mills. Albert Dean was visited by Carol Davey, Nancy Holt, Kent and Susan Geist, Margie Stevens, Florence Daubert, Patsi Graham and Herbert Stevens. Vivian Kreiser was visited by Larry and Sharon Lock. Clifford Dearden was visited by Florence Daubert.
Geraldine Graves was visited by Susan Geist, Alonna Mantzke, Joie Tedder and Ryan Michels. James Still and Mike Leach were visited by Rev. Don Martin from St. Luke’s Church. Darlene Richman was visited by Tina Turley. Scrubby Hutchins was visited by Becky, Alan and Julie. Dona Dee Carpenter was visited by Gloria O’Bleness and Larry LaPlant. Jim Jeffery was visited by Hugh McDaniel and Libbie Joles. Lorena Turley was visited by Phyllis See, Jessie Ivey, Elvis Ivey, Braydon Bruner, Dylan Fulton, Peyton Samms, Lisa Ivey, Tracy Hess, Ryan Michels and Neta Wheeler.
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Services county program based in Hiawatha. “So this will be a major reduction for us.” Five Area Agencies on Aging, DeBoer said, are spending more than 20 percent of their Senior Care Act budgets on case management. The Senior Care Act refers to governmentfunded in-home services for frail elders who typically have low or modest incomes and are not eligible for Medicaid. Because they are not eligible for Medicaid, many of these seniors pay for a portion of the services they receive. Payments are based on a sliding scale. “That’s why people like it - they don’t see it as welfare,” said Dave Geist, executive director at Southwest Kansas AAA, which is based in Dodge City and covers 28 counties. In Kansas, the Area Agencies on Aging divide $6.7 million in Senior Care Act funds annually. Last year case managers helped more than 4,500 seniors find and pay for the services they needed to continue living at home. Area Agencies on Aging directors said they were surprised when KDADS proposed the change. “We were completely blindsided by this,” DeBoer said. “We frequently invite KDADS
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people to our monthly meetings, and there was no mention of this. Next thing we know, we get an email telling us that draft policies were posted on the KDADS website. “We provided written comments and indicated we would have some concerns if that was what they were going to do,” she said. “Then, we get another email, telling us the policies were final. We were flabbergasted.” Angela de Rocha, a KDADS spokesperson, said the agency “did not spring this on them (AAAs) out of the blue. We conferred closely with them, and they had the opportunity to provide feedback.” In fact, she said, the department did not implement several of its proposals due to concerns that the Area Agencies on Aging directors raised. De Rocha said KDADS made the change so that the Area Agencies on Aging can “put as much of the funding as possible into direct services to keep seniors living independently in their homes.” But DeBoer said case management is a direct service that is “most crucial” in maintaining contact with seniors and making sure they’re getting the services they need to remain in the community. “It’s as direct a service as you’re going to get,” she said.
The KDADS change also requires case managers to meet at least twice a year with each client known to be receiving Senior Care Act services in their regions. They’re also expected to call each of them at least twice a year. “That may not sound like much, but that’s double what we’re required to do now for the same amount of money, or in some cases less money,” said Michelle Morgan, executive director at the Northwest Kansas AAA in Hays and president of the state Area Agencies on Aging Association. For years, Morgan said, case managers have been
able to visit their highneed clients more often than those with fewer needs. “We’ve always been able to do that because there was flexibility built into the Senior Care Act,” she said. “You could transfer funds to wherever there was the most need. Now, there’s a cap and everybody has to be seen face-to-face at least twice whether they need to be or not.” The loss of flexibility, she said, means the Area Agencies on Aging will take on fewer clients, ask their counties for more money or increase their fundraising efforts.
Attend the Church of Your Choice
Grace and Mercy Sin is something we do not like to talk about or confront even in our own lives let alone with others. God offers a gift that none of us deserve to receive and that gift is grace. The punishment that every single one of us deserves to receive is withheld and that is call mercy. Both of these are given and withheld only because of your and my relationship in Jesus Christ. Grace is a precious gift not to be taken lightly by anyone. The church is called by God to understand this gift and to offer grace to everyone that comes through the doors of your building. The church understands that every single person who comes into the church on any given day not just on Sunday is a SINNER. There are no exceptions, Romans 3:23 for all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God. Without the salvation we receive in Christ and Christ alone we are without hope and lost. My sin and your sin and their sin are all the same and are only covered by the blood of Jesus Christ and the grace of God. We as the body of Christ, the church
must offer grace to those who come into our fellowship. Now is that the end of the conversation that everyone is covered? No, God through Jesus Christ calls us to love one another and to leave each other in our sin is not love. Grace without truth and the instruction of Gods word to correct our sin and help us all to fight against our sin is not grace at all. The church never should look the other way on sin and avoid facing it but it should be done with love and truth. As pastors of the flock we are held accountable for the truth of Gods word and to not address sin for what it is, is like not giving the warning of impending destruction that is coming upon those who God has given us responsibility for. The great thing about fighting sin in our own lives is we get to experience the miracle of Gods grace and mercy and see Him deliver us from its grip and set us free every single day. Fight on boldly, the day is coming when sin will be defeated forever until then, grace will abound and truth will never change.
Pastor Steve Payne First Christian Church, Scott City
Scott City Assembly of God
Prairie View Church of the Brethren
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
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 • Tuesday breakfast at 6:30 a.m. Held at Precision Ag Bldg. west of Shallow Water Wednesday Bible Study, 7:00 p.m., at the church
St. Joseph Catholic Church
Holy Cross Lutheran 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.
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.
Pence Community Church
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
1398 S. US83 - Scott City - 872-2264
Kyle Evans, Senior Pastor Bob Artz, Associate Pastor
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.
1st United Methodist Church 5th Street and College - Scott City - 872-2401 John Lewis, 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 School: 9:30 a.m. • MYF (youth groups) on Wednesdays Jr. High: 6:30 p.m. • Sr. High: 7:00 p.m.
First Christian Church
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
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.
Franklin Koehn: 872-2048 Charles Nightengale: 872-3056 Sunday School Worship Service: 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service: 7:00 p.m.
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Local leaders assess Public Square assessment Just over a year ago, Scott County Development Committee, identified that the Community Summit process used to prioritize and set community goals might not be accomplishing “everything” that Scott County should assess when addressing the future of our beloved town. Questions surrounding the topics of fresh leadership and volunteer engagement couldn’t be answered through the simple, yet effective Community Summit Process. “Bringing in a thirdparty resource to conduct a grassroots survey of local citizens seemed the logical solution,” says
SCDC Director Katie Eisenhour. SCDC gathered the necessary financial support in less than two days to secure the services of Public Square Communities with Liz Sosa, the facilitator assigned to the Scott City project. “Citizens should understand that vibrant communities always choose their future,” says Sosa. “Scott City has done this well, but more people stepping forward to ensure that vibrant future actually happens is critical for success tomorrow.” “This process included five primary components to achieve a balanced approach to the long-term view of the community’s
growth,” states Sosa. That process included interviews of a cross-section of the community and the opportunity for local residents to participate in an anonymous survey. That survey had residents rate the community on 20 significant assets and priorities. The process concluded with a community dialogue at which time the data was presented and reviewed. County Commissioner Jim Minnix has been involved in the entire PSC process. “I think the process has been beneficial for those who participated,” Minnix said. “We learned some insightful things and want to share that information
with a broad cross-section of the community. “For instance, we know our community is challenged finding effective ways to encourage volunteerism in civic involvement and fostering new leaders with fresh ideas. If the community choos-
es, we can identify a few action items that float to the top of the priority list and find people who have a passion for seeing a particular action item through to completion. Involving more young people and minorities in decisions will strengthen our com-
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munity commitments.” At the Community Conversation a month ago, nearly 40 people indicated a desire to remain engaged in the process. Anyone who would like to be involved can contact Eisenhour at the SCDC office (872-3525, ext. 2).
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Obesity Obesity was more prevalent in the U.S. among middle-age adults than younger adults, with rates rising from about 30 percent among 20- to 39-year-olds to nearly 40 percent of 40- to 59-yearolds. Risa LavizzoMourey, president of the
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penalties, just like large group plans. Companies with fewer than 50 workers are exempt from that requirement. Instead, the law signed last week concerns coverage and cost requirements for plans offered by small businesses. Coverage in the small group health insurance market historically has tended to be skimpier and pricier than coverage in large group plans. The health law established new rules for employers with 50 or fewer workers who offer insurance that took effect in 2014: It required all plans to cover 10 “essential health benefits” and established standardized cost-sharing limits and maximum annual spending caps. In addition, instead of taking workers’ health status into account when setting premiums, under the health law insurers can now base premiums in the individual and small group markets on only four things: where people live, family size, tobacco use and age. Large group plans generally don’t have to comply with these new rules. Starting next year, those rules for small group plans would have applied to companies with 51 to 100 workers, too. With the passage of the new law, they won’t. The original rules would have affected 3.4 million workers, 29 percent of all enrolled workers at companies with fewer than 100 workers that offer health insurance, according to the American Academy of Actuaries. Because of the requirement to offer coverage, the larger small companies - especially ones with healthy workers may have had a strong incentive to sidestep small group coverage and rating rules by paying their workers’ claims directly rather than buying insurance for that purpose. The coverage rules don’t apply to companies that self-fund. But self-funding can be a chancy proposition for smaller companies, who become financially responsible for their workers’ medical claims. “It’s risky for the firm and for the people who are covered by that firm,” says Linda Blumberg, a senior fellow at the Urban Institute’s Health Policy Center. Blumberg says that even though small firms often buy reinsurance policies to cover claims over a certain dollar threshold, some reinsurance policies are only lightly regulated and may not offer as much financial protection as small companies think they have.
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Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, said states need to emphasize prevention through maintenance of a healthy weight among children, because reversing trends later in life is far more challenging. “We know that when we take comprehensive
steps to help families be more active and eat healthier foods, we can see progress,” LavizzoMourey said. “We must extend those efforts and that progress to every community.” Three states - Arkansas, West Virginia and Mississippi - had rates in
2014 in excess of 35 percent, while 22 states were at or above 30 percent. In 1980 no state had a rate above 15 percent. Obesity places 78 million Americans at increased risk for heart disease, diabetes, cancer and other health challenges. More than six per-
cent of adults are severely obese - a 125 percent increase in the past two decades. Five percent of children ages 6 to 11 are severely obese. “Efforts to prevent and reduce obesity over the past decade have made a difference,” said Jeffrey Levi, executive director
of Trust for America’s Health. “Given the continued high rates, it isn’t time to celebrate. “We’ve learned that if we invest in effective programs, we can see signs of progress. But we still haven’t invested enough to really tip the scales, yet.”
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4-H Club News
Lake Wide Awake elects new officers for 2015-16
The October meeting of the Lake Wide Awake 4-H Club was held on October 5 at the Wm. Carpenter 4-H Building. Nine members and three community leaders answered “Who is your favorite cartoon character?” for roll call. Emily and Toni Glenn were hosts of this meeting. They brought delicious oatmeal cookies and brownnies. Everyone was reminded of the 4-H fundraising pancake supper on Oct. 7. This is a fun time to visit with 4-H members from other clubs while grilling sausage and making pancakes! The 4-H Achievement Banquet is scheduled for Sun., Nov. 8, at the Wm. Carpenter 4-H Building. Tickets are available for purchase from club community leaders and at the Extension office. Tickets are $4 per person. The meal will be catered by C-Mor-Butz. This is a great way to see how much hard work 4-H clubs and members have put in throughout the year. Treasurer Abbie Dart reported our bank account balance and that we had one outstanding bill to Vinyl Impressions for our 4-H t-shirt fundraiser. We didn’t have any project reports, recreation, or devotion at this meeting because we held an election of officers. 2015-2016 Officers President: Emily Glenn Vice-President: Jennie Erven Secretary: KelsiJo Crouch Treasurer: Abbie Dart Parlimentarian: Dylan Metzger Reporter: Alyssa Storm Historian: Nick Storm Recreation Leaders: Wyatt Ricker, Kamdyn Moore, and Caden Couchman Song or Devotion Leaders: Drew Metzger, Carson Taylor, and Hannah Tucker 4-H Council Representatives: KelsiJo Crouch and Alyssa Storm Junior President: Paige Hoelting Junior Vice-President: Mckenzie Metzger Junior Secretary: Waylon Ricker Junior Treasurer: Hailey Dart Community Leaders: Toni Glenn, Tonya Hoelting, Janelle Erven, and Janette Storm Alyssa Storm, reporter
Washington Focus trip is Pioneer program The Pioneer 4-H Club met on Sept. 20 at the Wm. Carpenter 4-H Building. The club was reminded that record books were due to the community leaders by Oct. 1. The 4-H pancake feed was Oct. 7 at the United Methodist Church. Officer training will be Nov. 2 and the Achievement Banquet is Nov. 8. Emma Price did her project talk on “How to make royal icing” and Addie Price talked about the Washington Focus Trip. She had a slide show about her trip this summer. The Prices were the hosts. Our next meeting is Oct. 25. Nate Nowak, reporter
Teachers system for what it otherwise would have received if the district had hired a nonretired teacher. The Kansas State Board of Education will be asked to officially approve that list when it meets at the department’s headquarters in Topeka. In addition, the state board will receive several reports and presentations, including an update on development of a new
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model for accrediting schools. That new model is expected to be based on the new system of accountability that the state now uses under its federal waiver from the No Child Left Behind law. That new system sets individual targets for each district to achieve in improving the overall academic performance of students and closing the achieve-
ment gaps between racial, ethnic and economic subgroups. The board will also receive an update on the 2015 state assessments in math and English language arts that were administered last spring. Details on how students performed at different grade levels within individual districts is expected to be released later this year.
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Sports ‘a total team win’
Taming Tigers Junior varsity Beavers pull away in second half against Ulysses • Page 23
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SC defense overwhelms Rudzik, Tigers
If one had to sum up the aftermath of Scott City’s 35-0 win over Ulysses on Friday night, in a word it would be “stunned.” That was true of players and fans on both sides. “I’m never surprised when we win. I always expect to win,” said SCHS senior fullback Cooper Griffith who relentlessly pounded the Tiger defense for 178 yards rushing. “But I didn’t expect a win like this.” Not only did the Beavers (6-0) hold Ulysses (5-1) scoreless, but they held senior runningback Ian Rudzik to just 29 Scott City 35 yards rushing - 196 yards beUlysses 0 low his season average. “There’s no doubt that Rudzik is a heck of a runningback, but we didn’t come into this game scared,” Griffith says. “This is a total team win. It took everyone busting their butts on every single play.” Scott City’s swarming defense, in which they consistently had 3-4 players going to Rudzik every time he touched the ball, prevented the AllState runningback from ever turning the corner for a big gain. His biggest play of the night came when he lined up in a wildcat formation and took a direct snap for a 20 yard run of which half that gain was erased on a penalty. “The boys had been hearing all week that the key to containing Rudzik was gang tackling,” said head coach Glenn O’Neil. “They bought in to what we’d been telling them and what their responsibilities were. They were swarming, hitting and hustling.” The only time that Rudzik was a big factor with the ball in his hands came on a pair of kickoff returns, including the opening kickoff which gave the Tigers great starting field position at (See ULYSSES on page 28)
SCHS junior defensive end Tre Stewart picks up Ulysses senior Ian Rudzik as he attempts to throw the ball during first half action on Friday. (Record Photo)
SC duo learns quickly in first trip to state tourney
State tournament qualifiers Krystal Appel (left) and Alma Martinez.
Little more than two years ago, Alma Martinez and Krystal Appel had never played in a competitive tennis match. This weekend they will be competing against the state’s best after qualifying for the 3-2-1A tournament after finishing third in the regional tournament last weekend. “I’m not surprised,” says Martinez, a senior at Scott Community High School. “We worked extremely hard. Last year, the two of us would stay after practice for an hour and play against
each other. We still put in the extra time and it’s paid off.” Head coach Steve Kucharik says it was the competitive drive in both girls that enabled them to overcome their lack of experience and enjoy the success they have this season. “They have a killer instinct. They both hate to lose,” he noted. “During our summer camp and throughout the summer, these girls didn’t miss a chance to be on the court. They’re almost always the first ones here (for practice) and the last to go. (See STATE on page 23)
SC coach still looking for team to ‘test their limits’
With the regular season quickly drawing to a close, it’s time that cross-country teams pay particular attention to the competition and see how teams and individuals stack up against each other as they turn their thoughts toward regional. “Even though teams like Hugoton and Ulysses won’t be in our regional they’re still good teams that we like to measure ourselves against and get an idea about where we are,” says Scott Community High School head coach Kevin Reese. Those results were mixed for SCHS senior Dylan Hutchins nears the bottom of a draw while competing at Lakin on Saturday. (Record Photo)
the SCHS boys and girls at the Lakin Invitational last Saturday. The Scott City boys finished third with 91 points, behind Hugoton (34) and Wichita County (82), but ahead of Ulysses (101). “I’m always looking for us to do better,” says Reese. “Overall, we did well, but I’m still waiting for us to push ourselves to another level. I don’t think the boys know their limits or how good they can be. “My goal today was to push beyond where they thought they were capable of being and I don’t think we got there.” Jess Drohman (6th, 18:00) again led the Beavers on a fairly flat course, followed by teammates Dylan Hutchins (12th, 18:19), Conner LeBeau (19th,
18:47) and Drew Duff (22nd, 18:55). “It warmed up a little more than we expected, so pushing ourselves to the limit was going to be a little more difficult, but I still wanted to see that,” Reese said. “That’s what it will take for us to compete at the level we need to during the next couple of weeks.” Even though the spread was only nine seconds between Duff and Seth Cardenas (32nd, 19:04) there were nine runners between the two. While not concerned with the gap at league and regional, Reese says it’s something the runners need to think about should they get to state as expected. (See LIMITS on page 24)
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Outdoors in Kansas by Steve Gilliland
To glove or not to glove? Besides whether or not Donald Trump’s hair is real, I know of no other topic that provokes more discussion amongst outdoorsmen than the subject of how best to mask or remove human scent when deer hunting or predator trapping. Research estimates the long canine nose of a coyote contains over 250 million olfactory receptors, and a deer’s nose is equipped with even more, compared to possibly six million for a human. It is also estimated that the part of a coyote’s brain dedicated to analyzing scent is 40 times larger than a humans, and once again, that portion of a deer’s brain is larger still. In summary, the amazing sense of smell God gave to both deer and coyotes is possibly 1000 times more acute than that of a human’s. What to do? To control human odor when big game hunting, the first consideration should always be to use the wind in your favor no matter what else you do. Always hunt with the wind blowing away from you and blowing away from where you expect the deer to appear. Many hunters have multiple hunting stands to take advantage of the wind no matter which direction it blows. I believe at last count my brother has 12, which combined possibly equals more square footage than his home. Products are also available to either remove human scent or simply to mask it. Scent removal products are applied to a hunter’s outer clothing to remove odor; cover scents are placed in the stand or blind to cover our scent by providing natural odors like soil, acorns, apples and even skunk in an (See GLOVES on page 24)
Jays blow Colby away in 2nd quarter With the score knotted at 6-6 after the opening period, it appeared that the Scott City Middle School seventh graders might be locked in a dogfight with Colby last Thursday night. Those appearances were deceiving. The Bluejays exploded for five touchdowns in the second period and rolled to a lopsided 38-14 win. “We came out kind of flat,” understated head coach Alex Hutchins. “On the first series we didn’t
play well defensively.” Colby took advantage by scoring on a 45 yard run to take an early 6-0 lead. Just as quickly, the Bluejays answered with a 48 yard pass play from quarterback Harrison King to Blaine Culp. After a lackluster start, the SCMS defense settled in and took control of the game. “Outside of the 45 yard play, and a seven or eight yard gain earlier on that same drive, we pretty
much shut them down until late in the third quarter,” says Hutchins. “Our defense played really well, but we have to be ready to play from the first snap and we weren’t.” The second quarter was filled with big play highlights, including a 41 yard scoring run by Easton Lorg, 67 yards by fullback Sawyer Stevens and a 68 yard pass from King to Stevens. Scott City scored three touchdowns in the final
2-1/2 minutes that erased any hopes Colby had of staying in the game. The Bluejays were able to run wild against Colby’s 5-3 defense, led by Stevens who had 80 yards and two touchdowns on just three carries. Lorg added 71 yards and a TD on only five carries. “They had two players lined up outside our tight end and wing and we were able to cut inside that all day for big plays,” says Hutchins. “We could do pretty much whatever we
wanted with the sweeps. And the boys were running hard. They saw the field well and made some nice cuts into the open.” Hutchins also gave high marks to the offensive guards who were pulling and getting some big blocks on the edge. King shredded the secondary for 171 yards on 4-of-7 passes. “They focused on taking away the flats so Harrison found his receivers open on deep routes,” says Hutchins.
close 7th girls win Lakin x-country Jays season with Vance is second; Aguilar 5th
42-0 romp over Colby
Scott City Middle School put the wraps on their inaugural crosscountry season with a team title in the seventh grade girl’s division at Lakin on Saturday. The Lady Bluejays were led by silver medalist Megan Vance (6:41) and Lisa Ivey (8th, 7:03) who completed their season by finishing in the top 10 in every cross-country meet. They were joined by teammates Taia Waldrop (11th, 7:16), Lizette Bejarano (12th, 7:20) and Ashlynn Oswald (16th, 7:34). In the seventh grade boy’s division, SCMS was led by Roberto Apodaca (7th, 6:10) and Baylyn Mantzke (13th, 6:34). Aguilar is Fifth In the eighth grade division, Samantha Aguilar was clocked in 15:41 over the two-mile layout to pick up a fifth place medal. Leading the eighth grade boys was Johnny Lara (11th, 14:11) and Fernando Garcia (15th, 14:24. “I feel good about how hard the kids competed and the success we had,” says head coach Jay Tedder. “It was a new experience for these kids and of everyone who started the season we finished with all but one, which is pretty good considering how hard we pushed the kids. “We have a good group of seventh graders coming back next year and hopefully we can continue to build this program,” he added.
(Above) Eighth grader Samantha Aguilar was a fifth place medalist at Lakin on Saturday. (Right) Johnny Lara passes a runner just after the one mile mark on his way to an 11th place finish in the eighth grade division. (Record Photos)
It was the Goodman and Gooden offensive show last Thursday as the two Scott City Middle School runningbacks combined for five touchdowns in a 42-0 win by the eighth graders over Colby. Howe v e r , h e a d c o a c h S k i p Colby 0 Numrich 8th Grade 42 wasn’t so certain the final margin would be that comfortable after his Bluejays held only a 14-0 lead at the half. “We have a history of close games with Colby,” said Numrich. “They don’t do anything complicated, but just play sound ball.” SCMS didn’t get on the scoreboard until just 2.4 seconds left in the opening period when Cale Goodman broke loose on a 69 yard run. Parker Gooden added a 19 yard run in the second period. “Even though it was a close game we felt we were in control because of our defense,” said Numrich. “The way our defense has played all season you don’t imagine anyone being able to score more than a touchdown if even that. “We have had a prolific offensive team this season and a lot of that has been set up with good defense.” SCMS broke the game open in the second half, starting with a pooch kick by Sterling Wright that landed in a gap between Colby players. “We saw there was a pretty good hole and felt if Sterling could land the (See BLUEJAYS on page 27)
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Ulysses turnover sets the table for two third quarter touchdowns Taking advantage of a Ulysses turnover and good field position, the Scott City junior varsity scored a pair of touchdowns less than three minutes apart and pulled away in the second half for a 21-0 win over Ulysses on the home field. After scoring a touchdown on their first possession Ulysses 0 of the game, Scott City 21 the Beavers were shutdown for the next two quarters. “It seemed we couldn’t get any rhythm on offense,” says coach Brian Gentry. Scott City only had the ball for three possessions in the first half. While they were able to keep Ulysses out of the end zone, the Beavers had trouble getting the ball back from the Tigers who put together drives of 11 and 13 plays in the first half. “It was a bend-but-don’tbreak defense,” says Gentry. “Fortunately, we didn’t give up any big plays and we were finally able to stop them each time. SCHS (6-0) claimed a 7-0 lead following a 64 yard drive to start the game. The big play was a 40 yard pass play from quarterback Reid Brunswig to Adrian Ruelas that put the ball at the Tiger 22 yard line. Four plays later junior fullback Kevin Lozano powered his way into the end zone from the one yard line. It wasn’t until midway into the third period that the Beavers were able to take advantage of a couple of miscues to extend their lead. Following a bad snap on a Ulysses punt attempt, Scott City took possession at the 13 yard line. However, they
With 14 correct picks David Perry was all alone at the top of the heap in this week’s Pigskin Payoff. Perry’s only two misses were Cimarron’s win over Elkhart and Seattle’s overtime loss against Cincinnati. Michael Fullmer and Scott Noll each had 13 correct picks and also shared the same point total in the tie-breaker, so they will split second and third place money. Others who had 13 correct picks were Steven Ratzlaff, Sue Rogers, Steve Eaton, Barry Switzer, Landon Tucker, Mandy Kropp and Shayla Tucker.
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Sophomore receiver Adrian Ruelas catches a pass in front of the Ulysses sideline for a 40 yard gain that set up the game’s first touchdown. (Record Photo)
were stopped short of a first down and gave the ball back to Ulysses four plays later just outside the three yard line. Two plays later the Tigers fumbled and this time SCHS didn’t squander a golden opportunity. Wyatt Hayes was given the ball on two carries and he punched it across the end zone on a one yard run with 3:08 left in the period to open up a 14-0 lead. Following a three-and-out by Ulysses, SCHS again had great
State They definitely earned their trip to state.” The doubles team qualified for state with a 27-10 record. Only the Central Plains duo of Keely Hipp/ Janae Ryan (31-1) has more wins. Two other teams which also have 27 wins came out of the same Cimarron regional as SCHS did. The Lady Beavers lost to Hana Sato/Katelyn Swanson of Phillipsburg (6-3, 6-1) in the semifinals. Phillipsburg (273) claimed the regional title over Brianna Leiker/Madisyn Gerhard (Victoria, 27-5). After their only loss of the weekend, Martinez/ Appel came back to
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field position following a punt return to the Tiger 46. After a one yard loss on the first play, Brunswig and Ruelas combined for a 47 yard touchdown with only :29 remaining in the third quarter. After forcing another threeand-out by Ulysses, SCHS put together their best drive of the game, covering 63 yards on 14 plays before giving the ball back on downs at the Ulysses 17. “I think we could have
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defeat Abie Howard/Beth Jansonius (Meade, 6-3, 6-4). Appel, a junior, and Martinez began playing together as a team last year before Kucharik shifted Appel to singles. This year that wasn’t going to happen. “Mr. K said that once we’re doubles we’re doubles for life,” said Martinez with a laugh. Both girls are very comfortable with the other’s style of play. Apple has a strong serve and likes to play at the net while Martinez considers herself a better baseline player. They key, they agree, is communication - or the
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lack of. “Other teams have to talk to each other, but we hardly ever do. We always seem to know what the other is going to do and where they will be on the court,” says Appel. While the team had been having success this season, it wasn’t until a tournament at Dodge City, just one week ahead of regional, that assured the two girls they could make a strong showing at regional. They claimed seven straight wins in round-robin play to win first place. “That helped a lot. We had a lot of confidence going into regional,” Martinez says.
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KSU’s depth not enough to absorb all its injuries Kansas State’s football team’s depth has been decimated by injuries and it showed during the defensive play in the 52-45 loss to Baylor. K-State’s defenders wore down in the second half. by It’s no Mac disgrace to Stevenson lose by seven points to the team ranked second in the nation after taking them right to the wire. K-State could easily be 5-0 and 2-0 in league play after losing two Big 12 heartbreakers that could have gone either way. After two weeks of play, the status of the Big 12 is interesting and rather unique. Kansas State, Oklahoma and Texas are out of contention to make the playoffs for the national championship. Only three conference teams have a chance to make football’s Final Four: Baylor, TCU and Oklahoma State. TCU and O-State both have had two narrow escapes. Baylor is the only team that has a realistic chance to make the playoffs and win it all. And the Bears still have a tough row to hoe. Kansas State faces another challenge at home this Saturday when Oklahoma comes to Manhattan. The Sooners suffered a shattering upset when they lost to Texas in the Cotton Bowl last weekend. Coach Bob Stoops’ teams haven’t lived up to expectations for the past few seasons and this Sooner team looks to be another shortfall. Nevertheless, the Sooners are loaded with talent and will pose a major hurdle for the injury-riddled Wildcats. K-State lost two close games that could have gone either way the last two weeks; that’s hard to come back from. But OU will be down after losing to their biggest rival last Saturday. Whichever team is mentally prepared to give it their best shot will win. Don’t bet against Bill Snyder’s coaching. Not All is Lost From the point of view of Kansas football fans, very little positive came out of the expected 66-7 rout (See DEPTH on page 26)
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attempt to temporarily fill a deer’s nose with a smell that is natural to its surroundings. Hunting clothing can also be stored over the summer in bags containing cedar branches or other scents a deer will associate with your hunting area. Removing or masking human odor is important when trapping coyotes, but the debate among trappers has always been just how important it is. In a nutshell, the goal is to keep traps completely free of human scent and other foreign odors, then to conceal the trap in front of an attractor that
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appeals to either the coyote’s sense of smell or vision. Human odor can be removed from traps by boiling them each season, then handling them only with gloves. Odors can be kept to a minimum at the trap site by wearing rubber boots and gloves while actually setting the trap. Some trappers, me included, handle traps and equipment with one pair of gloves and bait and lure with a different pair so as not to get those odors on the traps. A few trappers even wear different boots to drive and change each time they step out of their truck. A good friend
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“Our success as a team has come when we can get three or four boys to run well as a pack. We need to tighten things up some by the time we get to state,” he said. Lady Beavers Second The SCHS girls scored just 59 points to finish a close second behind Hugoton (46). They were well ahead of Goodland (103) and Lakin (109) in the eight team field. Four Lady Beavers ranked within the top 14, led by silver medalist Makaela Stevens (20:53) who once again finished behind Stanton County standout Rebeca Avelar (20:26). “Makaela pushed herself earlier in the race and is gradually becoming more confident with going after Avelar,” says head coach Kevin Reese. “I’d like to see her sticking with the leaders a little longer. Once she figures out she can run with those girls we’ll see Makaela competing at another level.” Stevens and Avelar ran their own race over the Lakin Golf Course with the third place runner another 34 seconds behind the Scott City sophomore. Also turning in solid performances were sophomore Trella Davis (8th, 22:02), freshman Dulce Ayala (10th, 22:10) and sophomore Olivia Prieto (14th, 22:30). “Trella is a smart runner and knows her limits, but she’s willing to push herself to those limits,” Reese notes. “She is doing everything she needs to do to be one of our top runners and she’s pulling other girls along with her.” With the regional tournament only a week away, Reese feels his team is “about where we want to be in terms of conditioning. We don’t want to peak too early,” he says. “We’re more than capable of getting through our regional, but we can’t take anything for granted. We need to continue building week to week.”
of mine, who routinely catches a couple hundred coyotes a year, represents the opposite school of thought when it comes to human scent control when trapping. He once told me “Every coyote in the area already knows I’ve been there the second I open the truck door, so why go to all that trouble.” He only wore rubber boots if it was muddy, rarely boiled or cleaned his traps and only handled traps with gloves to keep the sand burrs off his hands. His take on it all, was to make his bait attractive enough that the coyote would disregard his scent to get to it.
Numerous hunting and trapping experts recommend learning to think like our quarry, but I don’t believe any of them recommend smelling like them too. So untill that happens, our human odor will continue to be a factor in both big game hunting and coyote trapping, but every hunter and trapper must decide for themselves how they want to handle it, then use the way that gives them the most confidence. Remember, the best you can hope to do is to confuse a deer or coyotes nose just long enough to harvest it. Continue to Explore Kansas Outdoors!
Fall season offers 2nd chance at gobblers PRATT - If lady luck wasn’t on your side this spring turkey season, or you simply want to enjoy a unique fall hunting experience, the fall turkey season is an opportunity for a second chance. From Oct. 1 - Dec. 1 and Dec. 14, 2015 - Jan. 31, 2016, turkey hunters may hunt both male and female turkeys in turkey management units: 1, 2, 3, 5 and 6. Hunters with a fall turkey permit and valid Kansas hunting license may also purchase up to three additional turkey game tags valid in Unit 2, offering plenty of opportunities to stock up this winter. All hunters must have a hunting license, unless exempt, and a turkey permit. Residents 15 and younger, 75 and older and hunters hunting on land they own are exempt from hunting license requirements. Resident permits are $22.50 for hunters 16 and older and $7.50 for hunters 15 and younger. Resident turkey game tags are $12.50. Nonresident turkey permits are $32.50 and nonresident turkey game tags are $22.50. Venison Processing You’ve bought your deer tags, put in time scouting, spent countless hours in the field, and have finally shot a deer. Now what? From field dressing to processing your deer at home, the “Venison 101: From Field to Table” class on Sat., Oct. 24, will answer your “now what?” questions and more. Hosted by the Pratt County Extension Office and the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT), Venison 101: will take place at the Pratt Area 4-H Center, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Hunters of all skill levels and ages are welcome. The cost to attend is $5 per person, or $10 per family, and will include a chili lunch. Topics covered in the oneday class include safe field dressing and home processing methods for preparing your own venison, in addition to a live butchering demonstration. KDWPT game warden Jason Harrold will also share updates to hunting laws and answer any questions participants may have. Drawings for door prizes will be available for those in attendance. For more information, and to register, contact the Pratt County Extension Office at (620) 672-6121.
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‘Next man up’ becomes a rallying point for Beavers The midweek injury report wasn’t looking good for SCHS as they were preparing for last week’s league championship showdown with Ulysses. Senior runningback/linebacker Wyatt Kropp and defensive end Draven McRae were definitely out with injuries while defensive tackle Jaime De La Rocha had to be briefly hospitalized because of a diabetic condition. “We knew we were definitely missing two, and possibly three, of our (defensive) front eight starters,” notes head coach Glenn O’Neil. Senior Reid Flower added defensive end duties to his offensive line assignment and Jarret Jurgens was among 3-4 players who had to learn outside linebacker duties. Kropp had injured his shoulder in the second half of the Hugoton game and it wasn’t until Tuesday that it became apparent he wouldn’t be playing against Ulysses. “We pulled him out about halfway through practice on Tuesday, had him take off his pads and begin coaching up his replacements on defense,” says O’Neil. “He stood behind Jarret, Kevin Lozano and a couple of other kids who might be playing outside linebacker and provided the voice of a teammate with experience at that position.” The realization that Kropp wouldn’t be playing happened early enough in the week for everyone to get past the emotional letdown. “Wyatt is probably our most vocal player in practice. He’s an emotional leader and someone that everyone looks up to,” says the head coach. It was a tough situation for senior fullback Cooper Griffith, who is one of Kropp’s closest friends. But he also noted that everyone has to refocus on preparing for the next game. “We know that something can happen to anyone on this team and we have to have the mental approach that if someone isn’t able to get the job done for
some reason then we have other guys ready to step in,” Griffith says. “We have guys who don’t doubt themselves. The coaches believe in them and we believe in everybody on this team.” * * * But it’s more than that, emphasizes O’Neil. He says successful teams care about each other. “Look at our boys after a touchdown and see how many are sprinting to the end zone and are truly excited for the guy getting the touchdown. These guys are genuinely excited and care for each,” says O’Neil. “You don’t always see that with other teams. “Emotion and caring aren’t often thought of as important elements for successful athletic teams, yet those are two of the most important components of being a true team,” he says. “When you see players who are just as excited for a teammate after a touchdown as if they’d scored that touchdown themselves, then that makes you feel like you’ve accomplished something as a coach.” Feeding Griffith the Ball There’s little doubt that Griffith is a key part of Scott City’s offensive success with a team high 738 yards rushing on 107 carries. However, in order to keep his fullback healthy for what they hope is a deep run into the playoffs, O’Neil has limited Griffith’s carries. “He complained to me in the last game, telling me I can’t be taking him out every time he limps because he limps all the time,” said O’Neil with a grin. “So the other night, after about carry 16 or 17, I asked if the ball was getting very heavy and he said, “Nope.” “I told him to be ready because we were going to keep feeding him the
ball,” O’Neil said. The result was a season high 28 carries for Griffith. That was no surprise. “Any time we play against Ulysses you can plan on our fullback getting at least 20 carries,” says the head coach. “That’s been our history and it seems we’ve been successful at finding holes in their defense.” Up Against Some Big Boys When talking about the ability of the defense to gang tackle and limit Ulysses All-State runningback Ian Rudzik to just 29 yards rushing, O’Neil says it was important “to get a lot of little, fast people to the ball because we are small.” “Our size isn’t going to scare people. I look at (the Ulysses) guys and I look at our guys and I wonder, ‘Holy cow, what are we doing on the field with these guys?’” “Once the game starts we’re swarming, we’re hitting and we’re hustling. That’s the key to winning football games - a belief in yourself and a desire not to let down your teammates.” The understanding that you aren’t just playing for yourself and, beyond that, a tradition of winning teams at SCHS, is something that the players are very conscious of. “When we’re in a huddle during the game and the boys are looking at me, I tell them to look at the guy to their right and the guy to their left and remind them that they need to be sure not to let those guys down. That’s the thing that’s always been impressive about Scott City kids is they understand their tradition and they don’t want to be the broken link in that chain of success.”
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YMCA youth have two top seeds for Super Saturday Scott City teams undefeated in third, sixth grade divisions Scott City’s football youth will be looking to bring home the top prize again this weekend when they wrap up their tackle season with Super Saturday. Scott City has enjoyed considerable success in the Garden City YMCA program, bringing home a number of championship trophies over the years and this season’s third through sixth grade teams are looking to build on that tradition. They are the No. 1 seed in the third and sixth grade divisions and are seeded No. 2 in the fourth and fifth grade divisions. Vulgamore Family Farms/Edwards Spraying (5-0) is undefeated in the third grade division. They will face Commerce Bank (1-4) in the semifinals. The championship game will be played at 7:00 p.m. Weathers Land/Zoetis (5-0) will play in the semi-finals on Saturday at 1:30 p.m. If they win that game, Scott City will await the likely winner of DV Douglass (3-2) and Walmart (4-1) in the championship game at 8:30 p.m. Scott City Eye Center (3-2) will play in the semi-finals at 1:00 p.m. The age division’s top seed is undefeated Pepsi (5-0). The championship game is at 8:00 p.m. First National Bank/ Security State Bank (4-1) shares the same record as Kohlhorst (4-1) in the fifth grade division. Those two teams are expected to square off in
Depth by Baylor before a sparse crowd in Memorial Stadium. KU is in dire straits and they’re going to stay there for the rest of this season. Jayhawk fans don’t have to grin, but they’ll have to bear it. Freshman QB Ryan Willis (6-4, 210) did, however, show promise for the future. Willis has a strong arm and he’s poised for a freshman under difficult circumstances. From here there is much to be encouraged about from the effort of
the championship game at 7:30 p.m. if they can avoid being upset in the semi-finals. Complete Sweep Scott City’s four teams closed out their regular season by winning all four games last Sunday in Garden City. The third grade team turned in another dominating performance with a 32-0 win over Commerce Bank. Trey Ryan got the offensive machine rolling with first half touchdown runs of 36 and 29 yards. The defense added a safety just before halftime to extend the lead to 18-0. Brody Strine added a four yard scoring run in the second half and quarterback Brooks Bailey finished off the offensive show with a 19 yard run. Another Shutout In the fourth grade division, Scott City cruised to a 29-0 win over Bors Law that determined the second and third seeds in this weekend’s tournament. Collin McDaniel ran over Bors Law for a 40 yard touchdown on the first play of the game. He added scoring runs of four, 31 and 41 yards to complete the rout. Powers Collide In a battle between the two teams with the best record in the fifth grade division, it was FNB/SSB pulling away for a 27-13 win over Kohlhorst. Scott City jumped
out to a 14-0 lead over previously undefeated Kohlhorst on touchdown runs of 18 and 22 yards by Jace Thomas. Kohlhorst added a touchdown just before halftime, but Scott City regained a two touchdown edge with a 26 yard run by Thomas. He added a 28 yard scoring run in the fourth quarter that put the game out of reach. Weathers Pulls Away It appeared for a moment that Scott City might be in for a game in the sixth grade division when the score was knotted at 7-7 late in the first quarter. Weather Land/Zoetis quickly put that idea to rest by scoring 33 unanswered points on their way to a 40-7 win over DV Douglass. Austin Thon broke the tie game with a 38 yard touchdown run. Scott City added to their lead moments later when Carter Gooden picked up a fumble at the five yard line for a short touchdown run and a 20-7 cushion. Weathers Land kept the pressure on when a perfectly timed hit as a DV Douglass receiver was making a reception knocked the ball loose and it landed in the arms of a Scott City defender. On the next play Austin Thon scored from 22 yards out to put his team on top, 26-7. Leightyn Heim followed with a 15 yard touchdown run on the last play of the half to make it a 33-7 game.
(Above) Bryndan Bailey and Dylan Duff (11) tackle a ball carrier for a loss during Saturday’s action in Garden City. (Below) Carter Gooden picks up a fumble and scores a touchdown during Saturday’s YMCA play. (Record Photos)
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the present coaching staff. Nevertheless, it’s going to take two excellent recruiting classes (2016 and 2017) to show significant improvement. Selden Overlooked One of KU’s basketball players has been virtually ignored during all the preseason accolades being dished out and that player is Wayne Selden (6-5, 230, Jr). Selden played his best basketball since being at Kansas in the 2015 World University Games
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in South Korea last summer. In fact, he was so dominant and effective that he looked like a different player. Coach Bill Self claimed Selden was the best player in the tournament; that’s saying a lot because there were a lot of talented players there. Self used Selden primarily at small forward and he responded with great rebounding, shooting, and defensive play. Selden showed NBA-type skills that had been expected, but missing, dur-
They’ve been pondering this problem for several months; how difficult can it be to make a determination? Getting on a Streak After several seasons with the Kansas City Royals baseball team, one common trait is obvious with four of the regular players: LF Alex Gordon, 3B Mike Moustakas, 1B Eric Hosmer and catcher Salvy Perez. They are all streak hitters. Depending on their current state, the four KC
veterans are either very good hitters or very poor hitters. During September and the first three games of the playoffs, they have been the latter. Another Royals’ weakness is the lack of an ace pitcher. Johnny Cueto certainly hasn’t been the answer. KC had the highest ERA among starting pitchers of any team in the playoffs. When the starters are mediocre and the hitters aren’t hitting, that equals big problems.
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Bluejays ball in there we might be able to recover it,” noted Numrich. The strategy paid off as SCMS recovered the ball at the 31 yard line and scored moments later on a 14 yard run by Goodman. That got the momentum rolling in Scott City’s favor. On Colby’s next possession a fumble was pulled out of a pile of players by Gooden and he raced 35 yards for the touchdown and a 28-0 lead. Goodman would later add a 57 yard touchdown run and an interception return to the two yard line that set up a short scoring run by Brandon Winderlin.
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“Cale is a powerful runner, but he has deceptive speed. He’s made some big runs for us this year,” said Numrich. Holcomb cancelled a rematch with the Bluejay eighth graders, so last week’s game was Scott City’s season finale. They finished the year with a 6-0 record. “I always figured if we’d have an undefeated season it would be one for the ages. We’ve had two in a row,” said Numrich. “I still don’t know that we played our best football. But they’re eighth graders. There’s an upside. As good as the Bluejay runningbacks were this season, Numrich also had high praise for the line.
Fishing Report Scott State Lake Updated October 2 Channel cats: good; up to 6.5 lbs. Stillfishing prepared bait, worms, liver, shrimp, or cut sunfish off the bottom in the morning and evening. Most of the fish caught range in length from 10 to 15 inches, but anglers have reported catching fair numbers of nicer fish up to 4 lbs. Walleye/saugeye: slow; saugeye up to 3.6 lbs.; walleye up to 6.1 lbs. No reports. Largemouth bass: fair; up to 5.5 lbs. Casting soft plastic baits, suspending jerkbaits, and swimbaits around fish attractors, rocky shorelines, or laydown trees has produced fish. Most of the fish anglers have recently reported range in length from 12 to 14 inches. Sunfish: good; up to 8 inches. Fishing worms under a bobber around the fish attractors, laydown trees, riprapped shorelines, and edges of aquatic vegetation. Anglers report catching fish of all sizes, but fish up to 8 inches are not uncommon. Crappie: fair; most up to 9 inches. Minnows, mealworms, worms or small tube jigs fished around the fish attractors, off the handicap dock, and along deeper riprapped shorelines has been good. General comments: Release all walleye/saugeye and largemouth bass less than 15 inches. Please discard all leftover bait in a trash can, even baitfish. Remember it is illegal to release any fish into public water unless it was taken from that water.
“We put Kaden (Wren) at left guard and he is the perfect guy to run our trap plays. He’s not real big, but he’s not afraid to hit anyone. He quick and he’s tough.” On the counter plays, SCMS pulls Wren and Cale Sowers as lead blockers. “That gives us two guys pulling from the right side of the formation to the left side. This doesn’t happen by accident. You have to dedicate time to that in practice,” says Numrich. That’s what is rewarding as a coach, when they buy into what you’re teaching them, work on it in practice and carry it over to a game.”
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the 50. However, they gained just two yards on three running plays which set a defensive tone for the rest of the night. Ulysses’ second punt of the game provided the Beavers good starting field position at their own 43 and they quickly capitalized. With senior runningback Wyatt Kropp out of the lineup due to an injury, his responsibilities on each side of the ball shifted to sophomore Jarret Jurgens. He wasted no time in rising to the occasion when, on just his second carry of the game, he had a 36 yard gain that put SCHS at the 21 yard line. Junior Kevin Aguilera, who also got some carries in the absence of Kropp, followed with a 10 yard gain, and Jurgens then took the ball 9-1/2 yards to the one-foot line where Griffith finished off the four play drive with a touchdown burst that had the Ulysses crowd feeling a little uneasy. Griffith wasn’t surprised that underclassmen were ready to step into significant roles in a big-time situation. “It’s Scott City’s mentality. If somebody can’t get the job done because of injury or something then someone else will step up. We have guys who don’t doubt themselves. The coaches believe in them and we believe in everybody on this team,” he said. Missed Opportunities However, it appeared the Beavers may have missed out on a couple of big scoring opportunities on their next two possessions. Following an interception of a Rudzik pass by sophomore safety Nick Nowak, SCHS had the ball at the Ulysses 39, but that drive ended with a fumble at the 19. Scott City’s next possession saw them take the ball to the Tiger eight yard line before settling for a 25 yard field goal that sailed just wide of the uprights. The Beavers didn’t let another opportunity slip away on their next possession when they again had good starting field position at the Ulysses 47. Following a one yard loss on the first play, quarterback Bo Hess tossed a pass to senior wideout Drake McRae in the flats who was able to slip by a lone defender at the line of scrimmage and race down the sideline for a 48 yard touchdown. “That was a quick hit against soft coverage. I felt I could make a big play and once I was able to get past the corner I knew there wasn’t anyone going to catch me,” says McRae who finished the night with 148 yards receiving. Following Ulysses’ fifth three-and-out of the first half, the Beavers took possession following a punt at their own 29. Once again it was a Hess to McRae pass over the middle, this time covering 49 yards, which gave the Beavers a first down at the Tiger 23. Griffith powered his way through the heart of the Ulysses defense for 20 yards on the next two plays, but the Beavers were then backed up to the eight yard line following a penalty. On the next play, Hess lofted a pass to junior wideout Justin Faurot who had settled between three defenders in the end zone. The ball sailed just beyond the fingertips of one receiver and into Faurot’s hands for a touchdown at the 2:19 mark which put the Beavers on top, 21-0. “For a moment I had a tall guy in front of me and I couldn’t see where the ball was,” says Faurot. “Then a window opened up and it was a perfect pass from Bo.”
Two Ulysses defenders are unable to catch SCHS senior receiver Drake McRae as he races down the sideline to finish off a 48 yard touchdown reception during first half action on Friday. (Record Photo)
It begins with the boys up front Make no mistake about it. Scott City’s success against Ulysses - and for that matter during the remainder of the season - begins with the big, often unheralded, guys up front. That fact isn’t lost on their teammates and the coaching staff. “You can’t say enough about the way our offensive and defensive linemen have continued to improve,” says fullback/ linebacker Cooper Griffith who is a beneficiary of each. The offensive line play contributed to his 175 yard rushing performance and his team high 16 tackles against Ulysses. Setting the stage up front for the offense are Reid Flower (sr., LT, 5-10, 240), Abe Wiebe (sr., LG, 5-10, 185), Nick Storm (sr., C, 6-1, 230), Eddie Tilton (jr., RG, 6-0, 165), Mikennon Donovan (jr., RT, 6-0, 255) and Kyle Cure (jr., TE, 6-1, 175). “They have shown the con-
sistent, game-to-game improvement you’d like to see and which you expect to see by game six,” says head coach Glenn O’Neil. As good as this line has proven to be so far this year, O’Neil says that the runningbacks also deserve credit for their contributions in the various blocking schemes. On the sweeps, Griffith is blocking for the halfbacks and the halfbacks return the favor. “Of the 28 times that Cooper ran the ball (against Ulysses), the wingbacks - Jarret (Jurgens), Kevin Lozano and Wyatt (Hayes) - they were blocking, along with wide receivers Drake (McRae) and Justin (Faurot),” says O’Neil. “The only one not involved in blocking is Bo (Hess). “These boys don’t care who’s getting the carries or who’s getting the yards. They’re all willing to do their part so we can be successful.”
Hess had his most efficient game of the season, hitting 8-of-11 passes for 159 yards and three touchdowns without a turnover. “I knew we could pass against their man coverage. I had confidence that Drake could beat his man one-on-one and he made some real nice catches,” says Hess. “We knew there would be opportunities to make big plays in our passing game because they’d be keying on Cooper. They reacted to the play-action and we were able to beat them deep for a couple of huge plays.”
Four plays - including three on the ground - resulted in a net loss of six yards. Rudzik was stopped for losses of seven yards on his two carries. On fourth-and-goal from the seven, Rudzik tried to find running room to the wide side of the field, but was brought down by Jurgens for a four yard loss. “I’m real proud of the way different players kept stepping up,” noted Griffith. “I’m real proud of Jergy (Jurgens). He hadn’t even been playing defense before this game and he was out there making solo tackles on Rudzik.”
Defensive Stand It appeared the Beavers would have no trouble protecting a three touchdown cushion heading into halftime, but another good return by Rudzik gave Ulysses the ball at Scott City’s 49. A 40 yard pass to wide receiver Jason Borthwick gave Ulysses a first down at the five yard line. “Some of our inexperience showed on that play. Our linebackers and our secondary guys should have been yelling to our defensive ends what technique they were playing. We didn’t hit their tight ends coming off the ball and that allowed them to run seams down the middle,” says O’Neil. “Hats off to Ulysses for making a nice play, but that was also one of our few defensive mistakes.” What followed, however, may have been the most impressive defensive stand of the season for the Beavers.
Back-Breaking Drives If the late defensive stand didn’t take the heart out of Ulysses then Scott City’s relentless running game certainly accomplished that task in the second half with scoring drives of 83 and 98 yards. On Scott City’s second possession of the half, following yet another Tiger three-andout, they put together a very methodical 15 play drive. They sprinkled in just two pass plays, including a 27 yard completion by McRae on third-and-nine. Griffith accounted for 34 yards on nine carries. After being required to leave the game for one play when his helmet came off his head, Griffith returned for the final two carries of the drive, including a one yard run for a touchdown. The drive took nearly seven minutes off the clock. “When you have the lead and can then put together a six or seven minute drive it’s very frustrating for the defense. After
Defensively, the Beavers have become a force up front with the emergence of junior defensive tackle Garrett Osborn (6-3, 230) who plays alongside Jaime De La Rocha (5-8, 220). Osborn and De La Rocha had four and three tackles, respectively, against Ulysses. “Like Coach O’Neil has said, when you go from practice to JV the action gets faster and from JV to varsity it gets even faster. Now it’s all starting to click,” says Osborn. “I feel like things are starting to slow down for me. “D tackles don’t get much glory, and it’s not like we need to, but we help the linebackers to do their job better. They were able to shut down the sweeps and keep (Ian) Rudzik from breaking any big plays which was pretty neat to see. I’m glad that we were able to help make that happen.”
Daniel Nolasco (soph., 6-3, 285) also got into the lineup at times against Ulysses and could continue to see more playing time in the games ahead. At one defensive end is Abe Wiebe, who had five tackles against Ulysses, including a solo tackle of Rudzik for a loss, while Tre Stewart (jr., 6-0, 205) is at the other end. “Tre showed great athletic ability by flowing down the line,” says O’Neil about his play against Ulysses. “Instead of taking a bad angle, he was right where he needed to be to meet someone at the line of scrimmage.” Making his presence known on defense for the first time was Flower who played end and responded with three tackles. “We wanted a big body at defensive end, plus Jaime had been sick earlier in the week and we didn’t know what his status would be,” says O’Neil.
Sophomore runningback Jarret Jurgens gets to the outside for a 36 yard gain during first quarter action against Ulysses. (Record Photo)
we scored that touchdown you could see (Ulysses) was starting to hang their heads a little,” says O’Neil. “But that’s what it takes for us to be successful this year. We hang our hat on our defense and close behind that is our running game.” Ulysses’ best chance at getting on the scoreboard came on the following possession following a muffed kickoff O’Neil says it was not an onside kick - that gave the Tigers starting field position at the SCHS 49. They drove to the 14 yard line before a pass was deflected by McRae over the middle and after hanging in the air for a couple of seconds fell into the arms of Nowak at the two yard line. With the Ulysses defense crowding the line, Griffith busted into the secondary for a 45 yard gain on second down to give his offense some breathing
room. Seven straight running plays then set up a 12 yard pass from Hess to McRae who was angling across the back of the end zone for an easy catch. That put the Beavers on top, 35-0, with 7:55 remaining in the game. After that it was just a matter of SCHS preserving the shutout. “I thought this would be our closest game of the year. To come in here and get a shutout means so much to our defense,” says McRae. The winning margin surprised a lot of players and fans. “We felt good about our wins over Hugoton and Holcomb, but to come in here and get a shutout against Ulysses was a surprise,” says O’Neil. “Give the boys credit. They played well and they should enjoy the win. But on Monday we put this game behind us and move on to the next game.”
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enjoying the outdoors Youth day draws 100 at Lake Scott
Snakes, shotguns and the outdoors proved a great attraction for about 100 youth who attended the annual Southwest Kansas Youth Day at Lake Scott State Park. Sponsored by the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, the event gives participants a chance to learn about archery, trapshooting and wildlife. “We’re real pleased with the turnout,” says District Wildlife Officer Manual Torres. “Moving this to a Sunday worked out real well. It seemed that we had fewer conflicts.” Chandler Murphy, 13, Scott City, said he didn’t have a favorite activity. “I liked everything. It’s a fun day and I get to meet new people,” said Murphy. He has had some experience with archery and trapshooting while attending Boy Scout camp at Spanish Peaks in Colorado. “I did pretty good today. I hit the fox and the turkey,” said Murphy, referring to still targets that had been set up on the archery range.
Kylee Palmer, 12, Cimarron, and her 13-year-old sister, Kyra, were right at home during the snake demonstration that was provided by Jeff Seim, a graduate tutorial assistant with the Sternberg Museum, Hays. “I like the snakes best,” said Kylee, who was attending her second youth day. “I think it’s neat that a king snake can eat a rattlesnake. I learned that last year. Kyra said the reason they were so accustomed to being around snakes is because they have a rat snake for a pet. This was Seim’s first opportunity to visit Lake Scott and to be part of the youth day program. “This is a great place to spend the day. I’ll have to make plans to come back,” he said. The outdoor day was a firsttime experience for 10-year-old Emma Carver, Scott City, who tried her skill with BB guns and on the archery range. “I’m having a fun time,” she said. “I like trying different things.”
Scenes from the Southwest Kansas Youth Day include (clockwise, from top): Chandler Murphy, Scott City, holds his bow steady while taking aim at a turkey on the archery range. Kyra Palmer, Cimarron, has no problem handling a king snake that was brought to the event by staff with the Sternberg Museum in Hays. Caryn Green assists 10-year-old Emma Carver on the archery range. Noah Roemer, 9, Healy, takes aim during trapshooting with assistance from Daniel Haneke, a game warden from Hodgeman County. (Record Photos)
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Senate still refusing to take action on GMO labeling bill Roberts wants hearing before voting on bill Legislation blocking states and municipalities from requiring genetically modified food be labeled as such is languishing in the U.S. Senate. The Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act, H.R. 1599, passed the House by a vote of 275-150 on July 23. The bill’s sponsor, Republican Rep. Mike Pompeo of south-central Kansas, said he hasn’t been able to find a Democrat to
co-sponsor a Senate version of the bill. The bill would require the vote of at least a half-dozen Democratic senators to pass. “We have our work before us,” Pompeo said. “We have argumentation to make, we have logic to try to apply to convince 65 or 70 members of the Senate this is a piece of legislation that makes sense, and we’re not there yet.” “I spoke to Senator Roberts again. He’s trying to find a place for them to begin to move this forward,” Pompeo added. Sen. Pat Roberts, chairman of the Senate Agriculture Committee,
said his committee will begin by holding a hearing on GMO food. “We’re going to have a biotech hearing right off the bat,” Roberts said Thursday. “We don’t call it GMO, we call it biotech for a purpose. We are trying to prove to the American people that their food is safe and we have everybody from the FDA to the USDA to EPA testifying.” Only after a hearing on the safety of GMO food will the agriculture committee consider a Senate version of Pompeo’s bill, Roberts said. “We want to set the predicate that our food is safe,
then move to the GMO issue in Vermont,” the Republican senator said. Three states - Vermont, Connecticut and Maine have passed statutes requiring GMO labels. Vermont’s is scheduled to go into effect July 1, 2016. Pompeo and Roberts argue that disparities between states are problematic and should be ironed out by the federal government. “Vermont is just hanging out there, and we want to bring them back in the union so we don’t have a hodgepodge of requirements for our food supply
Wheat planting, corn harvest are making progress
The latest government snapshot shows Kansas farmers have now planted 69 percent of their 2016 winter wheat crop. The National Agricultural Statistics Service reported this week that about 34 percent of the wheat has already emerged. Harvest of fall crops also is making progress in the state. An estimated 76 percent of the corn has been harvested, well ahead of the 68 percent average for this time of year. About 37 percent of the sorghum and 31 percent of the soybeans also have been cut. Sunflower harvest has now begun in Kansas with five percent harvested. Fourth cutting of alfalfa is 90 percent finished.
(See LABELING on page 31)
Cargill rep warns of climate change impact
Climate change is real and must be addressed head-on to prevent future food shortages. That’s the message Cargill Executive Director Greg Page delivered Monday night to an audience at Kansas State University in Manhattan. “Climate change is not a particularly popular subject in much of the Heartland,” he said. “But at Cargill, we have
come to believe that it is important to have serious conversations about what we can do now to accommodate a range of climate scenarios, and for agriculture to take part in those conversations and in making reasonable preparations.” Page spoke about the need to err on the side of caution when dealing with a global issue like climate change.
“If this is about flooding the basements of some resort hotels in Florida, that’s one kind of a problem,” he said. “But when it starts to impact the potential for us to feed the nine billion people that we could be confronting (by 2050), I think it’s important for people at both extremes to realize they don’t know the answer. “And the fact we don’t know the answer does not
permit us to do nothing.” Page co-chaired a group of business leaders who looked at the economic risks under various climate change scenarios. Their report, “Risky Business,” concluded that farmers in northern states likely would benefit from a longer growing season. But that would be more than offset by lost production in the southern grain belt.
Dropping demand not the reason behind sharp drop in cattle prices
A year ago, talk around the coffee table had one rancher telling how he got $3/lb. for his calves and another said he sold his for more than $1,500/ head, a price he was sure he’d never live long enough to see. They chatted more, reflecting on how much this market had improved in the last five years, and all agreed the consumer must really like beef. They sure kept buying it, so that thing economists call beef demand must be the real deal. One of the old timers
Meat of the Matter Dan Murphy contributing columnist Drovers CattleNetwork
reflected on the 1980s and ‘90s, when that demand was really taking a beating - it was a good thing the industry got the message and started producing a higher quality product, he said. Yes, we all can agree that tighter beef supplies from reduced cattle numbers, while exports grew and domestic consumers kept buying, led to amazing cattle prices. Even
more amazing, consumers stayed hooked on beef in the face of great buying opportunities for other proteins. OOPS . . . 10 months later as summer gave way, a dramatic fall occurred: The 30 percent decline in fed cattle prices was of a magnitude not seen in at least 40 years, and never so great a decline in dollar values. Precipitous declines usually go with some catastrophe like BSE in 2003 or a bust in the stock market like 2008, but
nothing remotely analogous to that was going on. Had this nebulous thing called beef demand just fallen in the tank? As much as we have tried to understand it, we have to be honest and admit there are too many factors involved to know everything about it. Sure, there are things about beef demand we do know. Given a protein choice, consumers much prefer beef, willing to pay a much higher price for it even during periods of tight budgets. (See PRICES on page 31)
“U.S. production of corn, soybeans, wheat and cotton could decline by 14 percent by mid-century, and by as much as 42 percent by late-century,” he said. But Page said that scenario doesn’t have to come true if farmers adapt to the changing climate - as he’s confident they will. He noted that adaptation already is happening in his home state of North
Dakota. As the climate has warmed there, farmers have been able to take advantage of an average of nine additional frostfree days a year. That longer growing season means they can now grow 30 crops. “At this stage, the good that’s happened in the top two degrees of latitude, basically central North Dakota and up, has not
Market Report
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Closing prices on October 13, 2015 Bartlett Grain Wheat.................. $ 4.44 White Wheat ....... $ 4.49 Milo .................... $ 3.29 Corn ................... $ 3.74 Soybeans (new crop) $ 8.24 Scott City Cooperative Wheat.................. $ 4.44 White Wheat ....... $ 4.49 Milo (bu.)............. $ 3.30 Corn.................... $ 3.75 Soybeans ........... $ 8.24 Sunflowers.......... $ 13.90 ADM Grain Wheat.................. Milo (bu.)............. Corn.................... Soybeans............ Sunflowers..........
$ 4.51 $ 3.35 $ 3.90 $ 8.19 $ 14.45
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Climate come at the expense of any other place,” Page said. “The most likely scenario in the study that Risky Business published is that we are going to cross that sometime in the next 20 years, the point at which there will be places that will start giving up productivity.” Page noted that farmers already have technology that might be able to overcome those projected productivity losses. “The temperatures that are predicted in the ‘Risky Business’ study are actually lower than the temperatures faced by our corn-farming customers in Mato Grosso, Brazil, or in Thailand,” he said.
U.S. Midwest farmers could adopt some of their methods when facing possible temperature increases in the coming decades, Page said. The debate over whether climate change is caused by human activity - like burning fossil fuels - is beside the point, he said. “If we thought, based on seismology, that we were going to have a period of increased volcanic activity that was going to impact the climate, would we then say that because we didn’t cause it we don’t need to do anything to prepare? “What difference does it make, other than on the
Labeling based on questionable science,” Roberts said. Opponents of genetically modified food, such as organic farmers, argue its health effects have not been properly studied and that most Americans are in favor of GMO labeling. They refer to Pompeo’s bill as the Denying Americans the Right to Know Act, or DARK Act. “The issue with this legislation is not whether GMOs are safe,” Rep. Peter Welch (D-Vt.) said during debate on the House floor in July. “The
Hedonic Consumption Her work showed the premium brand fell into a consumer classification called hedonic consumption - there is such a strong desire for the pleasure that
issue of trying to make people stop certain behaviors? From an agricultural standpoint, we have to prepare ourselves for a different climate than we have today,” Page said. While Cargill has faced some criticism for addressing climate change, Page said neither he nor the company regrets the decision. “Should agriculture remain - in the perception of many consumers and many of the world’s biggest packaged-foods companies - deniers and people that are unwilling to engage?” he asked. “Is that a good brand for us, collectively, to carry to consumers, who increasingly, by survey,
think to some degree or another this is happening, and that it’s true?” It’s only natural for Cargill to play a leading role in agriculture’s response to climate change, he said, because the company has operations all over the world. Page spoke at K-State as part of its Henry C. Gardiner Global Food Systems Lecture Series. He started at Cargill in 1974 as a trainee in its feed division. In 2007 he became CEO of Cargill and later that year also was named chairman. He retired as Cargill’s CEO in 2013 but continues to serve as executive director.
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issue is whether consumers have a right to know what’s in the food they are feeding their families.” “The message to consumers in this bill is very clear: It’s none of your business,” Welch added. Pompeo and Roberts argue that labeling discrepancies among states place a financial burden on manufacturers, which they then pass on to consumers in the form of higher food prices. Opponents of the legislation have disputed that claim.
Prices We do know retail ad featuring has a great impact on beef sales (demand) and in spite of limited featuring in recent years, beef sales have continued strong. We also know beef is still king at upscale restaurants, where demand is brisk, especially for the premium beef brands and grades. So to find answers, let’s look at what you likely did not know about beef demand. Tanya Mark, marketing and consumer studies professor at the University of Guelph in Ontario, shared some results of recent research that send a strong message to the beef industry. What initiated Mark’s study was that a premium beef brand showed amazing growth during the 2008-09 recession while other consumer items suffered considerable declines in sales.
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“We want to ensure there aren’t 500 or a thousand different sets of rules for the entire food supply change, which includes Kansas agriculture,” Pompeo said. Pompeo’s bill has attracted heated rhetoric on both sides and opposition to it has drawn a celebrity following. Actress Gwyneth Paltrow appeared on Capitol Hill in August to state her opposition to Pompeo’s bill. “I’m here as a mother, an American mother, that honestly believes I have
the right to know what’s in the food I feed my family,” Paltrow said. Asked about the celebrity opposition to his bill, Pompeo said he has been surprised by its intensity. “I was very much aware that there were deeply held feelings from activists, frankly on both sides of the issue,” Pompeo said. “If you asked me if it would achieve the level of acrimony in the volume that we have, including Miss Paltrow weighing in, I would have told you, ‘Huh, that would surprise me.’”
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the consumer will buy the product at the expense of some other premium items they also desire. Fortunately, high-quality beef in general falls into that category, which bodes well for the beef industry. That’s because based on tonnage of Choice, Premium Choice and Prime, we’re probably producing the highest quality beef ever. Professor Mark also studied the role of brands using a classification called “cross-category indulgence.” For example, if a shopper wants to buy a handbag of an elite brand but feels she cannot afford it, she will realize a smaller purse of the same brand will satisfy her desire for a pleasurable purchasing experience. Using beef in that scenario, the consumer may really want a filet mignon, but realizes she can only afford a top sirloin - but staying in the same brand category, they still have a satisfying dining experience. Sustained demand for high-quality beef is fur-
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ther supported by work at Kansas State University by ag economist Ted Schroeder and Lance Zimmerman, a current Cattle-Fax analyst. Their model tracks demand changes for Certified Angus Beef brand versus low Choice, showing in 12 years from 2002 to 2014, CAB demand grew 96.5%, compared to only 2.3% for low Choice. After sharing that work at the recent CAB annual conference, the brand’s president, John Stika noted record sales in seven of 12 months in fiscal 2015. Amazingly, during that brutal decline in cattle prices this September, CAB experienced its highest sales volume ever for that month. Those 78 million pounds lifted CAB annual sales to a ninth record year, at 895 million pounds. As we experience these drastic price declines, let’s keep some perspective. From 2011 to 2015, the price of end meats increased from $2.89 to $4.19 (45%), middle meats $6.39 to 7.96 (25%) and grinds in ad features went from $1.98 to $4.99
(152%). Yet the consuming public continued to buy beef at these record prices. Bottom line: There is no evidence that consumer demand has waned. Retail stores will start running more beef ad features, and beef will re-establish more logical price thresholds.
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• 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
423 S. Mesquite Rd. • Scott City • 872-2130
Construction/Home Repair
Sager’s Pump Service • Irrigation • Domestic • Windmills • Submersibles
Cell: 874-4486 • Office 872-2101
ELLIS AG SERVICES • Custom Manure Conditioning • Hauling and Spreading • Custom Swathing and Baling • Rounds-Net or Twine • Gyp and Sand Sales • Custom Harvesting
Custom Steel Buildings, LLC All steel and metal building system 26 GA R-Panel and 4" R 14 insulation standard
We can build your building to meet whatever specs you may have. Call today for your free quote.
Brandon Dirks • 620-874-5083 Justin Koehn • 620-214-3550
RTRex Turley, Plumbing Master Plumber Residental and Commercial Plumbing
Water Systems, water lines, sewer cleaning faucets and fixtures, garbage diposals and more
Marienthal, Ks.
620-909-5014 (H) • 620-874-4128 (C)
SPENCER PEST CONTROL
CHAMBLESS ROOFING Residential
All Types of Roofing
Commercial
Call Brittan Ellis • 620-874-5160
Cedar Shake and Shingle Specialists Return to Craftsmanship Attention to Detail and Quality Guaranteed 620-872-2679 • 1-800-401-2683
Automotive
Dirks Earthmoving Co.
RESIDENTIAL – COMMERCIAL Termite Baiting Systems • Rodents Weed Control • Structural Insects Termite Control Box 258, Scott City • (620) 872-2870
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
Medical
Landscaping • Lawn/Trees
Charles Purma II D.D.S. P.A.
Berning Tree Service
General Dentistry, Cosmetics, and Insurance Accepted
David Berning • Marienthal
620-379-4430
We welcome new patients.
Tree Trimming and Removal Hedge and Evergreen Trimming Stump Removal
Fully Insured
Contact:
SCOT AYTES • 874-1646 t Paint i
Red
324 N. Main • Scott City • 872-2389 Residence 872-5933
Specializing in all coatings
or any other color Paint inside and out residential, commercial, and industrial. Free estimates and 16 plus years of experience.
PC Painting, Inc. 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
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
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Pro Health Chiropractic Wellness Center
Services
(Scott City Chiropractic) “TLC”... Technology Lead Chiropractic
Dr. James Yager 110 W. 4th St. • Scott City • 872-2310 Toll Free: 800-203-9606
Berning Auction “Don’t Trust Your Auction to Just Anyone”
For all your auction needs call:
(620) 375-4130
Dr. Jeffrey A. Heyd
Russell Berning Box Q • Leoti
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: 214-1462
Sandy Cauthon RN
Bolen Enterprises Prairie Dog Control
1101 S. Main, Scott City 620-874-1813
Call me to schedule your Myofascial Release
•34 years experience •Bonded/Licensed
Bob Bolen 785-821-0042 • Fax 785-852-4275
ES N JOLUB S B C Driving M A L
for the PURPLE!
Retail
Help Wanted
Truck Driving
FULL-TIME POLICE officer and electric journeyman lineman for the City of Oberlin, Ks. Excellent benefits, community. EOE. Apply at www.oberlin-kansas.com. Email to srush@oberlinkansas.gov.
BUTLER TRANSPORT. Your partner in excellence. Drivers needed. Great hometime. $650 sign-on bonus. All miles paid. 1-800-528-7825. www.butlertransport.com. ––––––––––––––––––––– CONVOY SYSTEMS is hiring Class A drivers to run from Kansas City to the west coast. Home weekly. Great benefits. www.convoysystems.com. Call Lori at 1-800-9266869, ext. 303. ––––––––––––––––––––– NAVAJO HIRING CDL-A truck drivers. Earn up to .43 CPM. No-touch freight, new equipment, great benefits. Six months recent tractor/ trailer exp. in last three years. Call 866-703-0898.
Sports/Outdoors NO. 1 IN HUNTING leases. The best land = The most success. www. BaseCampLeasing.com/ hunt, 866-309-1507. Lease your private hunting spot now.
Sporting Goods
Optometrist
Scott City Myofascial Release
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.
Jeremy • 620-397-1638 Stefanie • 620-397-8075
GUN SHOW. Oct. 17-18. Saturday, 9:00-5:00; Sunday 9:00-3:00. Kansas ExpoCentre (19th and Topeka Blvd.), Topeka. Education Buy-Sell-Trade. For info: (563) 927-8176. CAN YOU DIG IT? Heavy equipment operator career. We offer trainFor Sale ing and certifications runS T O R A G E ning bulldozers, backhoes CONTAINERS. 20 ft., 40 and excavators. Lifetime ft., 45 ft., 48 ft. and 53 job placement. VA beneft. centralcontainer.net or fits available. 1-866-362785-655-9430. 6497. ––––––––––––––––––––– Have questions about the ALL NEW. Happy Jack Scott Commnity Foundation? DuraSpot. Kills and repels Call 872-3790 fleas, ticks and larvae. Repels mites, lice and mosquitoes. Contains TRITICALE Nylar IGR. Orschlen Farm & Home. www.happy- Whether you’re looking jackinc.com. for a hay, silage or
graze-out variety, we have an award-winning solution to your forage need. At 21.7 tons/acre, ThunderTall topped the 2015 NMSU irrigated dairy variety trials. For grazing, reputation cattlemen say ThunderGraze Extra doubled their production. Ehmke Seed, Healy Ks. 620-397-2350 52tfc
Gene’s Appliance 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. Sales and Service Days • Mon. - Sat. Deliveries • Mon.-Sat.
Largest Frigidaire appliance dealer in Western Ks. 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
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
Northend Disposal A garbologist company. Scott City • 872-1223 • 1-800-303-3371
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
Dining Tuesday-Saturday 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
www.reganjewelers.com
412 N. Main • Garden City • 620-275-5142 Support your hometown merchants who back your school and community activities throughout the year!
Classifieds
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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: $6.00 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.
GARAGE SALES Fri.,-Sat., Oct. 16-17 Garage Sale 905 Kingsley St., Scott City Fri., Oct. 16 • 4:00-7:00 p.m. Sat., Oct. 17 • 8:00-11:00 a.m. Furniture, women’s clothes all sizes, decorations and treasures. Cash only! No early sales! Garage Sale
Real Estate
Services
Agriculture
Help Wanted
COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS for sale. 40x60 ft. metal shop building and a 133x45 ft. (approx.) round top building. Serious inquiries only. Seller is a real estate agent selling own property. 8745109 or 874-2124. 26tfc
WANTED: Yards to mow and clean up, etc. Trim smaller trees and bushes too. Call Dean Riedl, (620) 872-5112 or 87434tfc 4135. ––––––––––––––––––––– 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! ––––––––––––––––––––– FURNITURE REPAIR and refinishing. Lawn mower tune-up and blade sharpening. Call Vern Soodsma, 872-2277 or 4015tfc 874-1412. ––––––––––––––––––––– MOWER REPAIR, tuneup and blade sharpening. Call Rob Vsetecka at 6204515tfc 214-1730.
WANT TO BUY. Stored corn. Call for basis and contract information. 1-800-579-3645. Lane County Feeders, Inc. 32tfc ––––––––––––––––––––– WANT TO BUY. Wheat straw delivered. Call for contracting information. Lane County Feeders. 44tfc 397-5341. ––––––––––––––––––––– TRITICALE whether you’re looking for a hay, silage or graze-out variety, we have an awardwinning solution to your forage need. At 21.7 tons/ acre, ThunderTall topped the 2015 NMSU irrigated dairy variety trials. For grazing, reputation cattlemen say ThunderGraze Extra doubled their production. Ehmke Seed, Healy, Ks. 620-397-2350.
USD 466 NEEDS s u b stitute route bus drivers. For applications and additional information contact Lance Carter at 620-8727655. 02tfc ––––––––––––––––––––– FA R M W O R K E R S , 11/13/15-03/31/16, Vulgamore Land & Cattle, Scott City, five temp. jobs. Construct/maintain fence, haul hay/feed from storage to livestock. Monitor animal health, maintain equipment/lots/feeding areas. Monitor/maintain water system. Remove/ spread manure. Operate truck/tractor/loader/ spreader. Clean MVR, CDL, three months experience, employment references required. $13.59/hr., ¾ work guarantee, tools/ equipment/housing provided, transportation and subsistence expense reimbursed. Apply at Kansas Works, 620-227-2149. 092c Job# 9739235. ––––––––––––––––––––– AMERICAN IMPLEMENT is in need of a part-time cleaning person. Must be over 16 years old. This is a part-time position so there are no benefits. Apply in person. 09tfc ––––––––––––––––––––– GENERAL FARM HELP wanted in Lane County. Call 620-3972191 or 620-397-1913.
UPCOMING AUCTION Mark this date!!!
Sat., Nov. 14 10:00 a.m. 507 Court, Scott City Household/ furniture/Antiques Brittan Auction
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1110 S. Main St., Scott City Sat., Oct. 17 • 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Kitchen table with 4-chairs, chest of drawers, full-size headboard, comforter sets (king/queen), 2-desks, recliner, clothes and lots of baby items.
Rentals
Pheasant Cove Apartments • Apartments available. • Rental assistance available. Open to general public, singles and couples. Housing project is now taking applications for apartments. Equal opportunity housing project.
1411 1/2 Myrtle Scott City Call 872-5458
NEW LISTINGS
3 bedrooms, 1 bath, full
basement, SA garage, DD garage, fenced yard,
south location. $89,000. 04t8c
WHY ARE YOU RENTING...
When you can own this
cute 2 or 3 bedroom home on corner lot? Newer central heat/air, roof,
paint inside. Only $45,500.
Daylight Donut Shop with refurbished building inside and out. All equipment, very clean established
business on Main Street.
SPIC AND SPAN
$239,900 Price Reduced! 2+1 bedrooms, 4 baths, finished up and down.
2014 Skyline mobile home with CA/FA, stove and refrigerator.
Plus SD garage and
shop for dad on nice lot!
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
Taco Grande, building and fixtures, prime location on large corner lot with great visibility with 4% owner
financing. Price reduced to $87,500.
Let us build you a new home!
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
COUNTRY LIVING
3-bedroom, 2-bath, large family room, living room, partial basement, 3-car detached garage and new windows. Sits on 3.5 acres.
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
HIDE AND SEEK STORAGE SYSTEMS. Various sizes available. Virgil and LeAnn Kuntz, 41tfc 620-874-2120. ––––––––––––––––––––– PLAINJAN’S RENTAL houses and duplexes. Stop by the office or call 62005tfc 872-5777.
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––––––––––––––––––––– CERTIFIED SEED WHEAT Mint • Denali •TAM 112 • TAM 304 • Brawl CL • Oakley CL • KanMark • T158 • Byrd • Antero white wheat • Turkey Red. We also have a fall line of Thunder Brand™ triticale, rye and blends for hay, silage, grass-out. Ehmke Seed, Healy, Ks. 620-397-2350 www.ehmkeseed.com 01t12c
Pine Village Apartments 300 E. Nonnamaker
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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.
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District 11 AA Meetings
Scott City
Unity and Hope Mon., Wed. and Fri. • 8:00 p.m. 807 Kingsley Last Sat., Birthday Night, 6:30 p.m. All open meetings, 874-8207 • 874-8118
Dighton
Thursday • 8:30 p.m. 535 Wichita St. All open meetings, 397-2647
––––––––––––––––––––– HEARTLAND FOODS in Scott City, is hiring multiple postitions for the Meat and Deli Departments. Enty level to management positions available. All applicants must have excellent customer service and public relation skills. We offer competitive wages and benefits. Applications available at Heartland Foods, 1314 S. Main St., Scott City, or submit resume. 10t4c
Jones Club Lambs
Raising quailty show lambs! Jeremy 620-397-1638 Stefanie 620-397-8075
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Employment Opportunities District 11 AA Meetings
PARK LANE NURSING HOME Has openings for the following positions: PRN-RN/LPN Full-time/part-time/CNA/CMA
Scott City
Shift differential pay offered for evening and night shifts! Please apply in person at:
Dighton Thursday • 8:30 p.m. 535 Wichita St. All open meetings, 397-2647
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”
Unity and Hope Mon., Wed. and Fri. • 8:00 p.m. 807 Kingsley Last Sat., Birthday Night, 6:30 p.m. All open meetings, 874-8207 • 874-8118
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TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST USD #467 Wichita County Schools, Leoti, is accepting applications for a District Information Technology Specialist. This person will administer the district network and ensure it is maintained and operating at the optimal level for the educational needs of the students and staff of the school district. Minimum requirement would include A+ and Network+ certification with at least 3 years experience. Applications are available by calling: 620-375-4677 or may be accessed at our website – www.leoti.org For more information contact Keith Higgins, Superintendent at 620-375-2314.
CHS Transportation has an opportunity for a Class A driver in the Scott City area. This position will be hauling full hazmat loads regionally. There will be no LTL loads. You will be home most nights. You will be rewarded for your hard work with profit sharing, pension plans, three weeks paid time off and full benefits, $19 per hour and 38¢ per mile. For more information call Carrie at 651-355-8148 or view our website and apply at CHSINC.com/Careers
SERVICE TECHNICIAN American Implement, Inc., a progressive John Deere agricultural dealership in Southwest Kansas, is experiencing significant growth and is currently seeking qualified individuals to fill the position of Service Technician in the Leoti location. Responsibilities are to analyze, troubleshoot and perform electrical and mechanical repairs on agricultural equipment. Experience in maintenance and repair of automotive, diesel or heavy equipment required.
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SPECIAL EDUCATION PARA-PROFESSIONAL
Qualified applicants must own a set of tools to perform the functions of the job. American Implement offers competitive wages and an excellent benefits package, which includes life, health and supplemental insurance, 401(k) plan and a quarterly incentive bonus program.
Do you enjoy working with kids in an educational setting? Would you like the working hours of a school day? Unified School District No. 466 is seeking HPEC Special Education Para-Professionals in the elementary, middle and high school. Scott Community High School is also in need of an ESL ParaProfessional. All positions work with students. The positions are available for the beginning of the 2015-16 school year. For more information and applications please contact: Susan Carter Board of Education Building 704 College, Scott City, KS 67871
Interested applicants may send a cover letter and resume to: Brad Schields Location Manager 232 E. Hwy. 96, Leoti, Ks. 67861. or Call: (620) 375-2621.
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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
CONTROLLER
Scott Cooperative Association is accepting applications for a team oriented, Administrative Assistant (Accounting and Human Resources). A successful candidate will be have experience working with managers and employees throughout an organization to ensure teamwork, safety and excellent customer service.
Scott Cooperative Association is accepting applications for a controller. A successful candidate will be an experienced leader focused on sound financial management.
This position is responsible for the administrative functions of the organization including accounting and human resources. Additional responsibilities include working with supervisors and members of the management team to ensure compliance and excellent service. Professional communication and leadership skills are a must. Scott Coop offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
Qualifications: This position requires a high school diploma or general education degree (GED); three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. In addition, a successful candidate will possess proficient computer operation skills (including Internet usage), and knowledge of: accounting software, payroll software, database software, internet software, inventory software, order processing systems, and Microsoft Office software.
SCOTT COUNTY HOSPITAL HAS OPENINGS FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS PATIENT CARE Acute Care RNs Physical Therapist Respiratory Therapist C.N.A.s - FT and PT Float RN Emergency Department RN Outreach/Specialty Clinic RN Lab Tech - Night Housekeeping Aide - FT HR Benefits Specialist Clinic Receptionist
Additional requirements include the willingness to seek out and attend additional continuing education, seminars, classes or other job related education requirements or opportunities.
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. We offer competitive pay and great benefits. Applications are available on our website at www.scotthospital.net or call 620-872-7772 for more information.
About Scott Coop Scott Coop specializes in grain handling and marketing, agronomy services including fertilizer, chemical, seed as well as feed and petroleum. The cooperative has branch locations located in Marienthal, Shallow Water, Grigston, Manning, Modoc, Pence, and Selkirk, Kansas. Please visit their website at www.scottcoop.com. Applications Candidates may send their cover letter and resume to: jason@scottcoop.com or mail a resume to: Scott Cooperative Association, c/o Jason Baker, 410 E. 1st St., Scott City, KS 67871
Additional responsibilities include managing Information Technology for the coop and working with members of the management team to ensure compliance and excellent service for customers, employees and the community. Scott Coop offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Qualifications: This position requires a Bachelor’s degree; a minimum of five years of financial/accounting experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience; excellent computer skills; and strong working knowledge of accounting and Microsoft Office software. Experience with AgTrax accounting software preferred. Additional requirements include the willingness to seek out and attend additional continuing education, seminars, classes or other job related education requirements or opportunities. CPA preferred.
About Scott Coop Scott Coop specializes in grain handling and marketing, agronomy services including fertilizer, chemical, seed as well as feed and petroleum. The cooperative has branch locations located in Marienthal, Shallow Water, Grigston, Manning, Modoc, Pence, and Selkirk, Kansas. Please visit their website at www.scottcoop.com. Applications Candidates may send their cover letter and resume to: jason@scottcoop.com or mail a resume to: Scott Cooperative Association, c/o Jason Baker, 410 E. 1st St., Scott City, KS 67871
Scott Cooperative Association is an equal opportunity employer.
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This position will manage daily financial and accounting operations for Scott Coop including but not limited to: budgeting, audit, tax, accounting, purchasing, real estate, long range forecasting, and insurance activities for the organization.
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