November 21, 2013 by The Scott County Record

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Volume 21 • Number 15

Thursday, November 21, 2013

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Rates double for highest water users High-end water customers for the City of Scott City will see their rates double under a new fee structure adopted by the Scott City Council at Monday’s meeting. Some city councilmen were hoping for a larger increase. Rates will remain unchanged for all customers using less than 60,000 gallons of water per

month at $2.72 per thousand gallons for usage above the 2,500-gallon base. For those who use 60,000 to 80,000 gallons of water, the rate jumps to $3.72/thousand; for usage above 80,000 gallons per month, the rate doubles to $5.44/thousand. “I’d be in favor of $10 per thousand (above 80,000 gal-

lons),” said Councilman Jack Schmitt. “We need to encourage people not to waste a precious resource.” The last increase occurred in May of 2012 when the council approved a 20.25 percent hike in rates. This latest increase is due to a combination of factors - lack of conservation by the highest users and the strong

possibility of a Local Enhanced Management Area (LEMA) being formed which will require a reduction in water usage for the entire county. Figures provided by Public Works Director Mike Todd show there are 183 water customers on the city’s system - accounting for 9.7 percent of the meters. Yet, less than 10 percent

of the customers are using 67 percent of the water. The 121 customers using 60,000 to 80,000 gallons of water used 19.6 million gallons of water during the 30-day period from July 10 to August 10. There are 62 residential and commercial customers who used more than 80,000 gallons (See RATES on page two)

Thanksgiving service is Sun.

Beaver pride

A community Thanksgiving service will be held Sun., Nov. 24, 7:00 p.m., at Area 96 in Scott City. The non-denominational progdram, sponsored by the Scott County Ministerial Alliance, will include music by Alan Graham, Chris Lund and Ron Hopkins.

UMW bazaar, dinner Saturday

Scott City fans who made the trip to Conway Springs had plenty of reason to celebrate after the Beavers won the Class 3A sectional playoff game 20-7 and advanced to the sub-state. SCHS will be hosting Beloit on Saturday. More about last week’s game and this week’s opponent on pages 19-20. (Record Photo)

The Scott City United Methodist Church will sponsor its annual bazaar and turkey dinner on Sat., Nov. 23. The bazaar begins at 9:00 a.m. with homemade rolls and coffee served until 11:00 a.m. The turkey dinner will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Cost of the meal is $10 for adults and $5 for children under 12 years. Persons can call for take-out orders between 11:00-noon. However, there are no home deliveries.

A different approach to junk property The Scott City Council has decided to put responsibility for the clean-up of blighted property directly into their hands by passing an ordinance that bypasses the court - at least initially. Frustrated over the years by a process that had individuals charged with junk or blighted

New ordinance gives city more leverage property to appear before the court, only to see the city losing the vast majority of those cases, the council has opted for another course of action. Once property is cited by the

public service officer it will be up to the city council to determine if the situation is in violation of city codes. “People who don’t agree with the council’s decision can

appeal to the district court,” City Attorney John Shirley explained during Monday’s meeting. “The court will determine whether the (city’s) action is reasonable or unreasonable.”

However, he feels the ordinance will remove obstacles which have prevented the city from having success once a case gets into the court system. “As a council, you can take action to have the site cleaned up and property removed,” said Shirley. “It’s similar to what (See JUNK on page 10)

More demand on local Breadbasket

Getting by week to week and month to month is nothing new to many area families living on a tight budget. Perhaps no one sees that more directly than the Scott Community Thrift Store and Breadbasket which finds itself on the front line when providing food to families who need assistance. The number of people who benefit from the Breadbasket is significant. Within the Scott County school district, 38 percent of the students live in families who meet income guidelines for free lunches. And with cuts to the food stamp program that took effect on Nov. 1, the situation has only grown more difficult for many

families. “We’ve seen an increase in demand already,” says Thrift Store/Breadbasket director Kris Fetty. “In the first two weeks of November we’ve given out as much food as we typically do for the entire month.” Until Nov. 1, she says demand on the food pantry had been pretty consistent with the previous year. Financial donations, along with food drives conducted by local organizations, have been enough to keep up with the need. However, there is always greater demand on the food pantry during the holiday season, in addition to the approximately 160 food baskets that are

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Isabel Labra, a volunteer at the Breadbasket, helps stock shelves in the food pantry in preparation for the holiday demand. (Record Photo)

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during that same time frame, accounting for 13 million gallons - or 26.9% of all water used by the city. Todd says his goal was to target those using more than 80,000 gallons a month, but to encourage more conservation by other customers, especially those using 40,000 gallons or more. “I don’t know that you can raise rates enough for some people,” said Todd. Councilman Perry Nowak wondered how far the city can go with its rate structure in an effort to reduce water consumption. “What we use is a pittance compared to irrigators (of farmland),” he said.

According to the Groundwater Management District No. 1, irrigators account for 97.4 percent of all water usage. Less than one percent is consumed by municipalities. “You can’t save the aquifer through the city,” agreed Councilman Fred Kuntzsch. Mayor Goodman reminded the council that the city’s water rates are “among the lowest in the state.” Todd also noted that, if the LEMA is approved, the city will need to show that it’s taking steps to encourage conservation. The rate structure will be considered as part of that plan. “We want to penalize

Demand prepared and given out by the Scott County Ministerial Alliance prior to Thanksgiving and Christmas. On Friday, the pantry shelves were being restocked, but Fetty is concerned about keeping up with the demand for meat. “Having enough ground beef is always a worry,” she says. “It’s disappearing really fast.” Money raised through the Thrift Store, Bell Ringers and individual donations have been critical in meeting the local demand, says Ministerial Alliance President Jon Tuttle. “We couldn’t help near as many people as we do if not for the Thrift Store,” he says. “It’s amazing how much is raised a quarter and 50 cents at a time.”

those people who are using way too much,” added Councilman Josh Gooden. Todd says he has received mixed reactions from the largest water customers when confronted about their usage. “Some have basically said they don’t care. Others have no idea how much water they’re using,” he said. “You can’t legislate good conscience through high rates,” said Councilman Everett Green. The council is hoping it can legislate less usage at least among those who are consuming the most water within the city. The new rates won’t take effect until early 2014.

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“We’ve raised enough money to purchase hams and turkeys for Thanksgiving and Christmas. But the need never goes away,” he adds. “I wish I could say that we’re seeing less demand for assistance, but that hasn’t been the case.” In addition, Fetty says the Breadbasket is appreciative of food drives throughout the year which help to restock shelves. Local 4-Hers assisted with a drive in October and Scott City Middle School is currently conducting its annual Great West Activities Conference “food fight” in which schools compete to see who can collect the most donations. It wasn’t until she became the director two years ago that Fetty says

she became aware of how many people benefit from the Breadbasket. “Until I began working here I had no appreciation for how many people need this,” she says. “It really opens your eyes.” When the Great Recession hit in 2008, benefits were increased under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Those benefits were scheduled to end on Nov. 1, 2013. For a family of three, the cut in SNAP (food stamp) benefits amounts to about $29 per month. That reduces the average SNAP benefit to $1.40 per person, per meal. In Kansas, the loss of SNAP benefits amounts to $33 million which impacts an estimated 317,000 people.

Deadline nears to apply for city sales tax grant

Non-profit organizations in Scott County are reminded that the deadline to make application for grants awarded through the one-half cent city-wide sales tax is Fri., Nov. 29. Applications and other information are available at City Hall.

Tag deadline is Nov. 29

Persons whose last name begins with the letters T, V or W are reminded that license tags must be purchased by Fri., Nov. 29, to avoid a penalty. Tags are due for autos, light trucks, motorcycles and motorized bikes. License tags can be purchased at the county treasurer’s office. Tags must be renewed during December for persons whose last name begins with U, X, Y or Z.

Free holiday feast is Nov. 28

Holy Cross Lutheran Church will again sponsor a free community Thanksgiving dinner on Thurs., Nov. 28, in the church basement. The worship service will begin at 11:15 a.m. with the feast to be served from noon to 1:30 p.m.

Brown bag fundraiser

The Scott City Shock Volleyball Club will sponsor a brown bag fundraiser in the SCHS parking lot on Sun., Nov. 24, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The cost of the hamburger and fixins is a freewill donation. Proceeds will help offset the cost of participating in winter volleyball.

Soup supper and raffle

The Scott County Anthem Masonic Lodge will conduct a soup supper and raffle on Sat., Nov. 30, starting at 5:00 p.m., at the Scott Community High School commons area. For a free-will donation persons can get either chili or chicken noodle soup. There will also be drawings for an Apple iPad or other prizes. Tickets are available by contacting Neal Gamble (214-1679) or any lodge member. The drawing will be held following the Christmas light parade.

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Community Living

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Preparing your turkey for Thanksgiving dinner When purchasing a whole turkey, purchase at least one pound of uncooked turkey per person. You’ll have enough for the feast and for leftovers too. As you get ready to go turkey shopping, take time to clean out your refrigerator. Most of us purchase our turkeys frozen and the best way to defrost them is in our refrigerators, so prepare that space before bringing home the bird. There is no quality difference between a fresh

or frozen turkey although fresh turkeys have shorter shelf lives. By purchasing a frozen turkey, you can get the turkey in advance and take advantage of special sales. Fresh turkeys provide convenience because they do not require thawing, but don’t purchase it more

Recipe favorites . . .

Slow Cooker Stuffing

This is an easy way to make extra stuffing for a large crowd, saving stove space because it cooks in a slow cooker. Very tasty and moist. Ingredients 1 cup 2 cups 2 cups 1/4 cup 12 ounces 12-1/2 cups 1 teaspoon 1-1/2 teaspoons 1 teaspoon 1/2 teaspoon 1-1/2 teaspoons 1/2 teaspoon 4-1/2 cups 2

butter chopped onion chopped celery fresh parsley fresh mushrooms, sliced dry bread cubes poultry seasoning dried sage dried thyme dried marjoram salt ground black pepper chicken broth eggs, beaten

Directions Melt butter or margarine in a skillet over medium heat. Cook onion, celery, mushroom, and parsley in butter, stirring frequently. Spoon cooked vegetables over bread cubes in a very large mixing bowl. Season with poultry seasoning, sage, thyme, marjoram, and salt and pepper. Pour in enough broth to moisten, and mix in eggs. Transfer mixture to slow cooker, and cover. Cook on High for 45 minutes, then reduce heat to Low, and cook for 4 to 8 hours. Yield: 16 servings

Corn Pudding

Ingredients 5 1/3 cup 1/4 cup 1/2 cup 4 tablespoons 1 (15.25 oz.) can 2 (14.75 oz.) cans

eggs butter, melted white sugar milk cornstarch whole kernel corn cream-style corn

Directions Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Grease a 2 quart casserole dish. In a large bowl, lightly beat eggs. Add melted butter, sugar, and milk. Whisk in cornstarch. Stir in corn and creamed corn. Blend well. Pour mixture into prepared casserole dish. Bake for 1 hour. Yield: 8 servings

than a day or two in advance. A whole turkey takes about 24 hours per 4-5 pounds to thaw in the refrigerator, so the bigger the turkey the more time you need to allow it to thaw. Never defrost the turkey on the counter or in the toilet (not joking, a real question that was asked). Turkey can be thawed in cold water if they didn’t get thawed out in the refrigerator. (The refrigerator method is the safest and will result in the best

finished product.) To thaw in cold water, keep turkey in the original packaging, place in a clean and sanitized sink or pan and submerge in cold water. Change the cold water every 30 minutes. The turkey will take about 30 minutes per pound to thaw. Cook the turkey immediately after it is thawed. Do not refreeze. Once thawed, remove neck and giblets from the body cavities and keep bird and parts (if using) refrigerated at 40° or be-

High Plains Club gets glimpse of life at City Hall

The High Plains Study Club met at Patsi Graham’s home Nov. 7 with co-hostess, Gwen Huck, sharing fresh apple cake and the recipe. Brenda Davis summarized various duties of her office as city clerk for Scott City. She encouraged members to visit the website: scottcityks.org/ city-of-scott-city. President Barbara Dickhut called the meeting to order with the reading of the club collect and the flag salute. Nineteen members answered the

roll call, “One thing (work related) I have always wanted to do is…” The recent World Series, sparked a baseball themed devotional reading by Patsi. Winner of the Lucky Dip was Gwen Huck. Sue Pammeter will bring a gift for the next meeting’s drawing. A new member was nominated and approved. Thelma Miller will give the community affairs report in March. The Nov. 21 meeting was held at the Spencer Flight Center.

low until it is ready to be cooked. There are several methods for cooking your turkey. The single most important thing to know, no matter the cooking method, is that the turkey must be cooked to the proper internal temperature as measured with a food thermometer. A stuffed turkey will take additional time to cook. Stuffing should be prepared and stuffed into the turkey immediately before it’s placed in the oven. Mix the wet and dry

ingredients for the stuffing separately and combine just before using. Stuff the turkey loosely, about 3/4 cup stuffing per pound of turkey. Bake any extra stuffing in a greased casserole dish. Cooked inside or outside the bird, all stuffing and dressing recipes must be cooked to a minimum temperature of 165°. (For optimum safety and more even cooking, it’s recommended to cook your stuffing in a casserole dish.) (See TURKEY on page seven)

Births PARENTS OF SON Jeremy and Danielle Demuth, Pratt, announce the birth of their son, Ethan Lane, born Nov. 14, 2013, at Pratt Regional Medical Center. He weighed 7 lbs. 10 oz. and was 20-1/4 inches long. Ethan was welcomed home by his brothers, Landon and Kaleb. Maternal grandparents are Steve and Lois Fenster, Healy. Paternal grandparents are Mike and Inez Demuth, Ford. Great-grandparents are Yvonne Jennison, Healy, Hazel Fenster, Haysville, and Kathleen Konda and Alice Demuth, both of Dodge City.

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Editorial/Opinion

Page 4 - Thursday, November 21, 2013

editorially speaking

Higher rates:

Council encouraging water users to do what’s right

The Scott City Council finds itself in a difficult situation when it comes to “encouraging” people to do the right thing when it comes to water conservation. The council’s decision to establish another tier of water rates for those customers who use 60,000 to 80,000 gallons of water per month, and to double rates for those using in excess of 80,000 gallons, is in response to some pretty remarkable numbers. Those customers accounted for less than 10 percent of the meters, but more nearly 67 percent of all water used during peak summer time demand. That was 32.5 million gallons of 48.6 million pumped from July 10 to August 10. That would seem an extraordinary amount of water used by a small number of people - and it is. But then that usage was put into a different perspective. The city used less water during that 30-day period than was required to irrigate three quarters of corn. As one councilman observed, we “can’t save the aquifer through the city.” That’s true. The only place where any meaningful action can be taken to prolong the life of the Ogallala is through regulating the use of water in production agriculture. That said, we are all impacted by what happens to the Ogallala. And while municipal water use accounts for less than one percent of all water pumped from the aquifer, we still have a shared responsibility for preserving a valuable resource. Maybe the largest water users in the city can’t change their ways; maybe they won’t. Maybe this will have no more impact other than to increase revenue for the city. As a councilman noted, we can’t force people to be more conscientious through higher rates. We’ll find out if $5.44/thousand gallons accomplishes that. In time, as Councilman Jack Schmitt (also a farmer) suggested, perhaps it should be $10. Realistically, what the city is doing probably won’t add years to the life of the aquifer. It’s the city council assuming its role in encouraging people to do the right thing.

Political pressure:

Doing what’s right should trump doing what’s popular

When Congress voted in mid-October to end the government shutdown there were 144 Republicans who said “no.” A non-working federal government was just fine with those 144. It’s not surprising that most of the Kansas Congressional delegation voted “no,” including Sen. Pat Roberts and Reps. Kevin Yoder, Mike Pompeo and Tim Huelskamp. Voting to end the shutdown were Sen. Jerry Moran and Rep. Lynn Jenkins. In an interview with the Topeka Capital-Journal afterwards, Rep. Jenkins said that many Republicans in the House favored action to end the shutdown, but voted against it for fear it would hurt their re-election chances. Which raises an interesting question: Should an elected official vote according to what they perceive is the majority sentiment among their constituents even when it is contrary to the best interest of their city, state or nation? This is a dilemma that faces Democrats as well as Republicans. Unfortunately, we’re seeing more and more instances where Republicans give into the will of the Tea Party - not necessarily because they are the majority, but because they represent the biggest threat at the primary election polls. At the same time, they must also deal with the financial clout that the Tea Party represents (i.e., Koch brothers, Americans for Prosperity, etc.). Fortunately, we don’t see that kind of pressure applied in local politics. If the city council were to take a poll, a majority of the people would be opposed to higher water rates or property taxes. And, while these elected officials do their best to hold the line on expenses, they also know there are times when higher taxes are unavoidable. Infrastructure has to be maintained. They don’t see which way vote sentiment is leaning before making these decisions. They try to do the right thing. Maybe we’re naive enough to think there was a time this occurred at the national level. For many Republicans who fear the right, those days are gone.

Poster people ignored by Roberts

Kansas Republicans have found a poster child for their anti-Obamacare campaign. He’s threeyear-old Jude Hanny of Tribune who is disabled with spina bifida. For a little background, his mother, Beth, sent an e-mail to Sen. Pat Roberts expressing her concern after being informed her health insurance policy wouldn’t be grandfathered under the Affordable Care Act. Jude, however, doesn’t have to worry about being denied medical care because he qualifies for Medicaid. In addition, Hanny’s ex-husband is able to keep Jude on his insurance policy in order for him to see the specialists he needs. The current plan may not meet ACA guidelines, but some form of coverage will be available. While there are millions of Americans whose health care circumstances are much more dire than Jude’s, never let it be said that Roberts or Republicans will miss an opportunity when it comes their way. Less than 24 hours after getting an e-mail

from Hanny, Roberts’ staff had a huge poster of Jude on display on the floor of the Senate while making their case against Obamacare. “For Beth and her son, we must repeal this law,” demanded Roberts. Really, Pat? Really? First of all, thanks to our social safety net (which Republicans are slowly trying to shred) Jude is not without access to health care. Secondly, even if Jude was among those who don’t have access to health care, repealing Obamacare wouldn’t be the answer. Credit Beth Hanny for being far more reasonable than her U.S. Senator. “To be completely honest with you, I’m not 100 percent sure what the law is,” says Hanny. The only difference between her and Roberts and nearly every other Republican Congressman - is

that she admits it. “It would be irresponsible of me to demand a repeal of this law, especially if it is - in fact - helping other Americans obtain quality, affordable health care,” she continues. And that is where Roberts’ outrage with Obamacare and its impact on Jude Hanny becomes the worst form of partisan politics. Since Roberts feels compelled to bring a poster of Jude Hanny onto the Senate floor so he can grandstand against Obamacare, we would also like to ask how many posters is Roberts prepared to display of people who can’t get health insurance in Kansas because of preexisting conditions? In Kansas, roughly 54,700 children (17 and under) and 59,000 young adults (18 to 24) have one or more pre-existing conditions which make it difficult, if not impossible, to get health insurance. Come on, Pat, it shouldn’t be that hard to find a poster candidate. Tell you what, we’ll even make it easy for you.

Harry Kass, Overland Park, lost his employersponsored health insurance, shortly after being diagnosed with leukemia. Kass said the bills from two years’ of chemotherapy and 200 blood transfusions caused him to file bankruptcy. Christina Espinoza, Wichita, has a daughter with cystic fibrosis and would be without insurance coverage were it not for the health reform provision allowing parents to keep children on their policies until age 26. “My daughter’s medicine costs over $5,000 a month, and there’s no way we could afford it if we did not have health insurance or if she were not covered under my plan,” she said. It’s only because of Obamacare that her daughter will be covered through age 26. The same Obamacare that Roberts wants to repeal. You won’t find posters of Espinoza or Kass being displayed by Roberts on the Senate floor. (See POSTER on page six)

A ‘grand bargain’ for whom?

Following the government shutdown drama, politicians in Washington appear hopelessly divided, according to conventional wisdom. Fair enough. But there’s at least one area where many politicians from both of the major parties agree - and many of the TV talking heads and newspaper pontificators are with them, too. Social Security, they insist, “needs” to be cut. For the last few years, after a major standoff, the usual Beltway pundits have been talking about something they like to call the “grand bargain.” That sure sounds like a good thing. Who doesn’t love a bargain? Well, here’s the question you should ask yourself: Who’s actually getting one? It’s more likely than not that the savings aren’t headed your way.

Where to Write

another view by Peter Hart

In Washingtonspeak, a “grand bargain” means some kind of budget deal where everyone is forced to give a little in order to reduce the budget deficit and tackle the country’s debt. To get Republicans to agree to raise more revenue (i.e., taxes), Democrats have to agree to some spending cuts. As with most things, the devil’s in the details. There’s essentially unanimous Republican opposition to raising taxes on the wealthy. That makes authentic bargaining tough. And on the other side, the cuts are intended for programs like Medicare and Social Security, key elements of the safety net

Gov. Sam Brownback 2nd Floor - State Capitol Topeka, Ks. 66612-1501 (785) 296-3232

and perhaps the most popular government spending programs. Medicare and Social Security are remarkably successful in helping keep seniors and others in need out of poverty. But “households relying on (Social Security) for a significant share of their income often live dangerously close to the poverty line,” according to the Economic Policy Institute. That means cuts of any kind could jeopardize their living standards. Pundits and journalists cheer this talk of a “bargain,” and they praise politicians - especially Democrats - who have the “courage” to back such cuts. For the past few decades, politicians and pundits have ginned up a “crisis” over Social Security’s finances. At this point, you can say almost

Sen. Pat Roberts 109 Hart Senate Office Bldg. Washington, D.C. 20510 (202) 224-4774 roberts.senate.gov/email.htm

anything about Social Security and get away with it. Right now, yet another wave of scare stories about Social Security has soaked the media. “60 Minutes” recently did a segment about the allegedly rampant fraud in the Social Security disability system. But back in reality, disability benefits are difficult to collect, and the program is watched very closely for signs of cheating. The Washington Post ran a big story about the problem of people collecting benefits for their deceased loved ones. Front page news in the nation’s capital - but if you read closely, you would discover that we’re talking about 0.006 percent of the checks. (See BARGAIN on page six)

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CEOs are waging war against grandmas

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by Sarah Anderson

David Cote, the CEO of Honeywell, has more than $134 million in his personal retirement fund. If I were sitting on a nest egg that big, I might feel a bit sheepish about telling ordinary grandmas and grandpas to take a cut in their Social Security payments. But Cote - and leaders of many other large corporations don’t see it that way. In fact, as Congress prepares for yet another budget showdown at the end of the year, the loudest calls for Social Security cuts are coming from CEOs who will never have to worry about their own retirement security. Two lobby groups have organized CEOs into an austerity army. One is the Fix the Debt campaign, which is spending tens of millions of dollars on

slick PR tactics to garner public support for cutting popular programs like Social Security and Medicare. More than 135 chief executives have signed up as Fix the Debt spokespeople. The other is the Business Roundtable, a 40-year-old club for about 200 of America’s most powerful CEOs. The Roundtable doesn’t sugarcoat. They want everybody to work until age 70 before they can get Social Security. Like Cote, these are people who are sitting on massive nest eggs of their own. According to a new report the Institute for Policy Studies, and the Center for Effective Government, Business Roundtable CEOs have retirement accounts worth $14.5 million on average. That’s enough to generate a monthly retirement check of $86,043 starting at age 65. By

Business Roundtable CEOs have retirement accounts worth $14.5 million on average. That’s enough to generate a monthly retirement check of $86,043 starting at age 65. By contrast, the average monthly Social Security check is only $1,237.

contrast, the average monthly Social Security check is only $1,237. Many of these CEOs are also shortchanging their own workers’ pension funds. General Electric CEO Jeffrey Immelt, for example, has made his employees’ future less secure by building up a nearly $22.6 billion deficit in the company’s retirement fund. Why do CEOs with platinum pensions care so much about cutting Social Security? The CEOs claim it’s all about patriotism.

“As an American,” Cote says, “I couldn’t know about this problem and not try to do something about it.” As the Baby Boom generation ages, Cote says, we’re facing a “demographic time bomb.” There’s a raging debate among economists about whether we’re really facing a bomb or if this is just another phony crisis. What’s clear is there are far more effective ways to ensure Social Security’s sustainability than cutting benefits. One of the most effective ways would be to lift the cap on wages subject to Social Security taxes. Right now, just the first $113,700 of an American worker’s wage income is subject to this 12.4 percent payroll tax. The Congressional Budget Office estimates that if this cap were eliminated, it would reduce Social Security’s pro-

jected shortfall by three times as much as raising the retirement age to 70. It’s not hard to figure out why these powerful CEOs aren’t supporting that change. They’d have to pay way more into the system. For example, Cote received an unusually large cash payout in 2011 of $25.1 million. If the cap didn’t exist, he would’ve paid $2.6 million in Social Security taxes instead of the maximum for that year of $11,107. If these CEOs were truly patriotic, they’d work to ensure a dignified retirement for all their fellow Americans. Sarah Anderson directs the Global Economy Project at the Institute for Policy Studies and is a co-author of the new report Platinum-Plated Pensions: The Retirement Fortunes of CEOs Who Want to Cut Your Social Security

California voters save $100 billion on auto insurance by Ralph Nader

A government subsidized boom by Jim Hightower

Thomas Carlyle called economics “the dismal science.” But he was only half right. Dismal, yes, but a science, no. It’s more like religions, where reality is shaped by belief or blind faith. And, in the case of free-market zealots, it can turn into a cult. Thus, we see them pointing these days to the dazzling light of the soaring stock market, proclaiming fervently that Wall Street’s spectacular rise from the ashes of the Great Recession is proof from the God of Mammon that these are boom times. Lo, the magic of the marketplace is upon us. No, it’s just the wizardry of

the Fed. For five years, America’s central bank regulators have been funneling two massive subsidies into Wall Street banks and giant corporations in an ungodly effort to keep them flush, while praying that they might use these government windfalls to create a job or two. The first subsidy essentially amounts to giving $85 billion every month to big banks. Yes, 85 billion! The idea is that this capital will then be channeled into investments that nourish our grassroots economy. In practice, however, bankers are putting it into gimmicky high-risk investment schemes that create nothing, into buyouts to expand their already too-big-to-fail empires, and into even-heftier paychecks

for themselves. The second subsidy is the Fed’s relentless policy of artificially holding interest rates close to zero. This has severely punished middle-class retirees who count on getting interest income from their savings, but it has been a blessing from on high for huge corporations wanting to buy out their competitors or - in a totally unproductive bit of marketplace voodoo - to buy out themselves. Meanwhile, the Fed’s tinkledown monetary policy has produced a truly dismal level of job creation and a hellishly-wide chasm of inequality. Jim Hightower is a national radio commentator, writer, public speaker and author

A report just out from the Consumer Federation of America found that, over the past 25 years, auto insurance expenditures in the United States have increased by a sharp 43 percent - despite all the advancements in auto safety and new players entering the auto insurance market. Only one state saw insurance prices fall - California. For that, we can thank the consumer advocates who pushed for the 1988 passage of Proposition 103, which enabled voters to enact the strongest pro-consumer insurance regulations in the nation. Proposition 103 was a response to a 1984 law that required California drivers to have auto insurance. The insurance companies jumped on this by drastically raising their rates to squeeze as much profit from motorists as possible. Consumers were obviously not pleased. Prop 103 advocates fought back by drafting an initiative proposal requiring insurers to roll back their rates by 20 percent, provide an additional 20 percent discount for drivers with good safety records, as well as other vital regulations to keep the insurance industry in check and eliminate ways in which insurers took advantage of policyholders. As one might expect, the large auto insurance companies used every obstructive and deceptive tactic in the book

Since 1988, over $100 billion have been saved by California consumers which equals an average annual savings of $345 per household, or $8,625 per family over the entire period.

to oppose this law - spending upwards of $80 million fighting it. Up until that point, the powerful insurance lobby had never lost a major battle with state or federal agencies. Most state legislators were firmly under industry control or locked in neutral. Big money and political connections had provided them an aura of invincibility. So when Consumer Watchdog’s Harvey Rosenfield and I launched the drive to pass Prop 103, many people thought the effort was hopeless. But big money and powerful connections were not enough to quell the voices of California consumers who loudly proclaimed that “Prop 103 is the one for me.” The passage of Prop 103 was a monumental accomplishment and an example of what can happen when people band together for a cause and show up at the polls. Hopelessness is merely a sentiment for the apathetic. Rosenfield, who was the author of the measure, recently said: “Proposition 103 proves that when citizens join together, they are an unstoppable force.” The recent report by Consumer Federation of America’s J. Robert Hunter, an (See AUTO on page six)

Why Obamacare is working at the state level In our states - Washington, Kentucky and Connecticut - the Affordable Care Act, or “Obamacare,” is working. Tens of thousands of our residents have enrolled in affordable health-care coverage. Many of them could not get insurance before the law was enacted. People keep asking us why our states have been successful. Here’s a hint: It’s not about our websites. Sure, having functioning websites for our health-care exchanges makes the job of meeting the enormous demand for affordable coverage much easier, but each of our state websites has had its share of technical glitches. As we have demonstrated on a near-daily basis, Websites can continually be improved to meet consumers’

behind the headlines by Steve Beshear, Jay Insley and Dannel Malloy

needs. The ACA has been successful in our states because our political and community leaders grasped the importance of expanding health-care coverage and have avoided the temptation to use health-care reform as a political football. In Washington, the legislature authorized Medicaid expansion with overwhelmingly bipartisan votes in the House and Senate this summer because legislators understood that it could help create more than 10,000 jobs, save more than $300 million for the state in the first 18

months, and, most important, provide several hundred thousand uninsured Washingtonians with health coverage. In Kentucky, two independent studies showed that the Bluegrass State couldn’t afford not to expand Medicaid. Expansion offered huge savings in the state budget and is expected to create 17,000 jobs. In Connecticut, more than 50 percent of enrollment in the state exchange (Access Health CT) is for private health insurance. The Connecticut exchange has a customer satisfaction level of 96.5 percent, according to a survey of users in October, with more than 82 percent of enrollees either “extremely likely” or “very likely” to recommend the exchange to a colleague or friend.

In our states, elected leaders have decided to put people, not politics, first. President Obama announced an administrative change last week that would allow insurance companies to continue offering existing plans to those who want to keep them. It is up to state insurance commissioners to determine how and whether this option works for their states, and individual states will come to different conclusions. What we all agree with completely, though, is the president’s insistence that our country cannot go back to the dark days before health-care reform, when people were regularly dropped from coverage, and those with “bare bones” plans ended up in

medical bankruptcy when serious illness struck, many times because their insurance didn’t cover much of anything. Thanks to health-care reform and the robust exchanges in our states, people are getting better coverage at a better price. One such person is Brad Camp, a small-business owner in Kingston, Wash., who received a cancellation notice in September from his insurance carrier. He went to the state exchange, the Washington Healthplanfinder, and for close to the same premium his family was paying before he got upfront coverage for doctor’s office visits and prescription drug, vision and dental coverage. (See WORKING on page six)

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U.S. chooses to ignore, not prepare, for disasters by John Schrock

Typhoon “Haiyan” (translated: “ocean swallow [the little bird]”) may have been the most devastating typhoon on record. But nations vary in their ability to cope with disasters. When I left central China in the summer of 1998, it began raining for the proverbial 40 days and 40 nights. More than 233 million people were temporarily dislocated along the Yangtze River. Five million houses were destroyed (double the houses in Kansas). They could lose their huge industrial city of Wuhan. They needed to blow more dikes upstream

to spread the water out. Their Army pulled in with trucks and told the citizens of a city of a half million that they would have to load up immediately. The dikes would be blown the next day at noon. Everyone cooperated. They “swallowed their bitterness” and left most of their possessions behind. I visited Wuhan in 2001 and they showed me how close the rains had come to breaching their dikes. They were thankful for the sacrifice of the upstream city. It was rebuilt - newer, higher, better. In May of 2008, I stepped off the plane in Beijing and into a China

where 1.3 billion people had come to a dead stop and total silence to honor the victims of the Wenchuan earthquake. Rescue was still underway. Within four hours after the massive 8.0 earthquake, paratroopers had loaded up. Premier Wen Jiabao was in charge of the rescue effort, not just because he was Premier, but because he was trained in geomechanical engineering at the Beijing Geological Institute. The Chinese had confidence that his decisions would be the right technical decisions, made with the head, not with the heart. He cleared the roads and put land-moving

equipment first, then ambulances. But for immediate relief, parachuting in or jumping from hovering helicopters was their only option. All army engineers were sent in with a week’s rations. Those rations were gone in two days because they shared their food with the people they rescued. More food was dropped. Tent-making factories were working around the clock. It was still a month before the final school exams. Schools were “Job One.” Blue tents for families. Solid blue pre-fabs for schools. They went up in days. The whole country watched tensely on

television and saw that schoolchildren had no books, paper or pencils. A massive movement was launched to provide school backpacks with these supplies. Trucks laden with backpacks filed in behind the military supply trucks. Within days the surviving children were walking to pre-fab schools with new backpacks. Where schools could not be built, children were put on trains and sent across China to finish school in more crowded classrooms. The devastation was astounding: 69,197 confirmed dead; 374,176 injured; 18,222 missing. 4.8 million people - equal to the whole populations of Kansas and Nebraska -

were homeless. But there was no rioting, No one lacked water or food. And no one froze for lack of housing that winter. The Philippines will need to spend $6 billion to rebuild after Haiyan. China spent over $166 billion to rebuild cities and universities. Japanese pre-planning for earthquakes, and their handling of tsunamis is no less impressive. By comparison, America’s disaster response has been pitiful. Katrina was an American disgrace. Haiti remains an international debacle. We knew beforehand the New Orleans dikes were inadequate. (See DISASTERS on page 7)

Obama gives up fight for better health care Bargain by Andy Borowitz

WA S H I N G T O N (The Borowitz Report) - Faced with a barrage of new questions about the Affordable Care Act, President Obama cut short a White House press conference today, telling the stunned press corps, “You

know what? Everybody can keep their damn insurance.” Glaring at the reporters, the President continued, “You heard me. If your insurance is crappy, then you just go ahead and keep it - the crappier, the better. Let’s pretend

Poster Neither will you find posters of anyone whose policy has been cancelled because they reached their coverage limits, or because they simply can’t afford an insurance plan, or have had to increase their health insurance deductibles to $5,000 or $10,000 just to avoid the

possibility of bankruptcy. You see, Roberts doesn’t care about these people. If he did, the Senator would show posters of people who are victims of the current health insurance system that he’s trying to protect. Roberts simply echoes the GOP call for repeal

Well, guess what: I’ll make their day and repeal it myself. “Really, it’s my pleasure. But I swear that this is the last time I try to do something nice for anybody.”

Unlike Roberts and the GOP, Jude’s mother offers a reasonable voice in the health care debate. “I would like to see health insurance companies offer affordable, quality health care coverage without mandates by the government but maybe that’s not the society

we live in,” says Hanny. “Basic, quality health care should not be a luxury, especially in the United States of America.” Pat Roberts, are you listening? Even more important, Peter Hart is the activism director of Fairness and Pat, do you care?

Andy Borowitz is a comedian and author

of Obamacare without offering a single alternative that will make the current system better. Obamacare is an imperfect system that can be fixed. The current system is beyond repair - as is the GOP’s callous disregard for those whom this system is failing.

practices such as credit scoring and rating based on prior insurance coverage. It provided consumer intervenor funding which allows public challenges to rate hikes. All these benefits and more equal more consumer peace of mind and a more competitive, but still profitable auto insurance industry - indeed, California insurers made higher than average profits compared to insurance companies in other states during the study period. “When I was asked by the California legislature in 1986 to draft a report

telling them how to fix the auto insurance price skyrocket, the leaders of the legislature scoffed at our ideas (and collected millions in campaign money from the insurers to reject the plan out of hand). But then the people spoke,” said Hunter. “When government is captive to special interest it fails to act, crushing good ideas. But ideas soar into full bloom when the people take over and, not blinded by corruption, do what is right.” A California’s Prop 103-type reform should be

enacted in other states that still allow insurance companies to gouge, irritate and arbitrarily discriminate against their policyholders. According to Hunter, Americans could save $350 billion over the next decade without any serious repercussions for the insurance industry. He said: “When it comes to regulating an industry as large as the auto insurance industry that impacts so many millions of Americans who are required to purchase insurance, we ask of policymakers and regulators the same question we

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40 percent each on new health insurance plans with better benefits. Stovall can afford to provide additional employee benefits, including full disability coverage and part of the cost of vision and dental plans, while still saving the business 50 percent compared with the old plans. In Connecticut, Anne Masterson was able to reduce her monthly premiums from $965 to $313 for similar coverage, including a $145 tax cred-

it. Masterson is able to use her annual premium savings of $8,000 to pay bills or save for retirement. These sorts of stories could be happening in every state if politicians would quit rooting for failure and directly undermining implementation of the Affordable Care Act - and, instead, put their constituents first. Health reform is working for the people of Washington, Kentucky and Connecticut because elected leaders on both sides of the aisle

came together to do what is right for their residents. We urge Congress to get out of the way and to support efforts to make health-care reform work for everyone. We urge our fellow governors, especially those in states that refused to expand Medicaid, to make healthcare reform work for their people, too. Jay Inslee is governor of Washington; Steve Beshear is governor of Kentucky; and Dannel P. Malloy is governor of Connecticut

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So long as the media can keep churning out this misleadingly alarmist Social Security coverage, more politicians will talk up the idea of “fixing” the program. When you hear them say this, you should know that they mean cutting benefits. Be on the lookout: When the TV talking heads and politicians all agree that it’s time to strike a “grand bargain” to “protect” or “fix” Social Security, check the fine print. Someone’s getting a bargain, but it’s probably not you.

Accuracy in Reporting. www. Rod Haxton can be reached fair.org at editor@screcord.com

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Working His family was able to keep the same insurance carrier and doctors and qualified for tax credits to help cover the cost. Since Howard Stovall opened his sign and graphics business in Lexington, Ky., in 1998, he has paid half the cost of health insurance for his eight employees. With the help of Stovall’s longtime insurance agent and Kentucky’s health exchange (Kynect), Stovall’s employees are saving five percent to

son. That would’ve made everybody happy. Well, live and learn.” As the reporters averted their eyes from the President, many of them looking awkwardly at their shoes, he concluded his remarks: “All those people out there who want to repeal Obamacare?

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Auto insurance actuary, and his colleagues titled “What Works? A Review of Auto Insurance Rate Regulation in America” documents the spectacular successes of Prop 103. Since 1988, over $100 billion have been saved by California consumers which equals “an average annual savings of $345 per household, or $8,625 per family over the entire period.” Under Proposition 103’s rate rollback requirement, refunds totaling $1.3 billion were paid back to consumers. It banned discriminatory

this whole thing never happened.” A vein in his forehead visibly throbbing, the President added, “You know, I really wish I hadn’t spent the last three years of my life on this thing. I should’ve just gone around invading countries for no rea-

asked when we first began reviewing auto insurance systems around the country more than a decade ago: Why not the best?” Let the success of Proposition 103 serve as the ultimate counterpoint to big industry lobbyists who regularly bad-mouth regulation as an undue burden on profitable business. When the system works and the companies become more efficient and less capricious - it benefits everyone. Ralph Nader is a consumer advocate, lawyer, and author

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Today we refuse to reinforce the San Francisco schools when we know another big earthquake is overdue. But in China, the Three Gorges Dam ensures that Wuhan will not face another threat from floods. In times of emergencies, we cling to civilian bureaucracies, with unclear lines of command, that require hours and days for consensus-building. That time costs lives. Only a military operation can make the minute-by-minute decisions that save lives in a natural disaster. Asians also have a respect for scientists and engineers that simply is missing in Western culture. We could never evacuate all of Wichita and Topeka in one day in order to save Kansas City. Societal values and planning ahead are just as important as governmental structure in times of disaster. Unless Western culture changes, the safest place for you to be in the next major disaster is in China or Japan. John Schrock trains biology teachers and lives in Emporia

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You know your turkey is cooked when you insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh, not touching bone and the temperature is a minimum of 165°. Check the internal temperature in the innermost part of the thigh and wing and the thickest part of the breast. For reasons of personal preference, cook turkey to higher temperatures, but not to exceed 170° in the breast and 180° in the thigh. (If the turkey is done and the stuffing is not yet 165°, remove the stuffing from the turkey and place it in a greased casserole dish to continue cooking to temperature.) Use the timetable below to estimate approximate cooking time. In a conventional oven, cook your turkey at 325 degrees. Please note the difference in cooking time between a stuffed and unstuffed bird. Unstuffed Turkey 8 to 12 pounds 2-3/4 to 3 hours 12 to 14 pounds 3 to 3-3/4 hours 14 to 18 pounds 3-3/4 to 4-1/4 hours 18 to 20 pounds 4-1/4 to 4-1/2 hours 20 to 24 pounds 4-1/2 to 5 hours 8 to 12 pounds 12 to 14 pounds 14 to 18 pounds 18 to 20 pounds 20 to 24 pounds

Stuffed Turkey 3 to 3-1/2 hours 3-1/2 to 4 hours 4 to 4-1/4 hours 4-1/4 to 4-3/4 hours 4-3/4 to 5-1/4 hours

I will share with you next week more information on serving your turkey and storing leftovers. Always refrigerate any leftovers promptly and correctly. Throw out any leftovers that have been left out more than four hours and don’t forget to refrigerate those pumpkin pies! Have a great Thanksgiving.

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Business K-State looks at future of dairy industry in Kansas The Scott County Record

While walking through their local grocery stores, consumers might rarely think about all of the varieties and brands of products available to them, let alone where those products originated. In Kansas, consumers who favor national brands of yogurt or cheese in the dairy aisle could be taking home a product with a story that began closer to them than they could have

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imagined. According to the Kansas Department of Agriculture (KDA), Kansas currently has about 300 dairy farms across the state, most of them in eastern Kansas but the larger ones are in Western Kansas where the areas are less populated and more land is available. Statewide, Kansas has about 132,000 dairy cows

and produces roughly 2.7 billion pounds of milk worth about $519 million of farm gate receipts annually. Much of the milk produced in Kansas ends up as bottled milk, while some of the milk and cream is further processed into products bearing labels of well-known U.S. dairy brands. KDA has a program called the Kansas Dairy Initiative in place to help

maintain current dairies in Kansas and look at dairy expansion opportunities. Potential areas of growth include number of cows and farms, processing capacity and the creation of more artisan dairy products, such as specialty cheeses, said Billy Brown, KDA agribusiness development coordinator and symposium speaker. Kansas is a good location to increase dairy pro-

duction not only because of the availability of land and wide-open spaces, Brown said. The state also has an adequate feed supply to support more dairy production. The dry climate with minimal instances of prolonged hot and cold spells is favorable to raising dairy cattle. Kansas is a friendly state for animal agriculture, Brown said, and has

relatively lenient environmental regulations to allow for animal agriculture expansion compared to several other states. Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback is also an advocate of increased animal agriculture production in Kansas. Importance of Location Dairies are businesses, and like all businesses, (See DAIRY on page nine)

El Dos Sports Bar, bowling alley to reopen in Scott City

Scott City Chamber members on hand for a ribbon cutting at El Dos Sports Bar this week were (from left) Tom Shirley, Trudi Kuntzsch, Avie Barmann, Shawn Powelson, owner Lorenzo Gutierrez, Kathy Haxton and Chamber Director Brad Venters. (Record Photo)

El Quartelejo Inn is Green Award winner El Quartelejo Inn and Suites in Scott City received the Best Western Green Award at Best Western International’s Convention held recently in San Antonio, Tex. The award was presented in front of more than 2,000 industry peers. “The award goes to those member properties that demonstrate a com-

mitment to sustaining resources and reducing their carbon footprint,” explains Avie Barmann, local manager. Hotels receiving this award comply with AH&LA Green guidelines or the Green Key program guidelines. The hotels must also meet quality and service standards to qualify.

The El Quartelejo Inn and Suites was one of only 179 hotels out of more than 2,400 Best Western properties in the U.S. and Canada to receive this designation this year. The Best Western El Quartelejo Inn and Suites features 50 rooms and has an indoor swimming pool and hot tub.

Scott City will have another entertainment option with the opening of El Dos Sports Bar located next door to the El Dos de Oros restaurant on south US83 Highway. In addition, Lorenzo Gutierrez, owner of the restaurant and bar, has plans to reopen the bowling alley which has been closed for more than a year. Workers were still putting up TVs and adding other finishing touches in the main dining area this week in preparation for the Nov. 22 opening. In addition, there is a game room with pool tables. Gutierrez says meals won’t be prepared in the sports bar, but there will be an open doorway between the bar and restaurant. There are tentative plans to begin league bowling. “We’ll also take reservations for birthdays and other private parties,” says Gutierrez. Hours for the sports bar are Thursday through Saturday starting at 5:30 p.m.

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Scott City Chamber members held a ribbon cutting recently for the Taylor House coffee shop. They are (from left) Chamber Director Brad Venters, Tom Shirley, Pam McDaniel, Traci, Lynn, Adam, Zoe and Anita Taylor, Shawn Powelson (back row), Avie Barmann, Frank Mercurio and Vicki Dirks. The Taylor House is located on south US83 Highway. (Record Photo)

Dairy nesses, location is very important, said Normand St-Pierre, professor from The Ohio State University. Businesses must be located where there is a demand for the product or service provided and availability of adequate resources to function. St-Pierre and some of his colleagues recently completed a study that looked at the most important factors for determining the best location for dairies to re-locate or consider for expansion. The researchers surveyed dairy producers and agricultural business professionals in the United States’ top 35 dairy-producing states. The survey showed that cash flow ranked first among respondents, followed by capital expenditures, tax structure and

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incentives, waste management, utilities, natural resources such as land and water, the regulatory environment and transportation. These were followed by other factors that were somewhat important to dairy producers and agricultural business leaders for determining location. These included labor, markets and community attributes such as public perception, access to schools, health care, cost of living, housing, population and access to domestic goods, in grocery and hardware stores, for example. “Some factors were universal, while some were specific to things such as region and herd size,” St-Pierre said. “There is no such thing as

a perfect location. There are trade-offs between many possible areas of production.” Kansas, in addition to other centrally located U.S. states, has several of the important attributes to be a good location for dairy industry expansion, St-Pierre said. Concern About Water The availability of water, and relatively good quality water specifically, is important to dairies everywhere. Posing the opportunity to grow the dairy industry, particularly in western Kansas, has led to discussions about water - and if there is enough water to support more dairy operations. He said only about 25 percent of direct water use in dairies is lost in the

form of milk and evaporation. “If you’re trying to figure out how much ag output you can get out of a gallon of water, dairy production ranks very high in dollars produced per gallon,” St-Pierre said. The growth of the dairy industry could lead to economic growth for Kansas communities. A typical 3,000-head dairy requires 30 to 37 employees. For each dollar received by a dairy operation, St-Pierre said, the regional economic impact of that dollar is, on average, between two- and three-to-one. St-Pierre said there is a deficit of milk in many states east of Kansas, which puts Kansas in a good location for domestic trade.

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Hineman files for re-election to 118th District House seat

State Rep. Don Hineman (R-Dighton) has announced he will seek re-election to the 118th District in the Kansas Legislature. “I have b e e n pleased by the number of people at recent m e e t ings and Don Hineman presentations who have asked me if I planned to run again,” said Hineman, 66. “With their positive support, I decided to step

Junk we’re doing now with our condemnation process.” Mayor Dan Goodman said the city isn’t targeting particular landowners, but wants to be more uniform in how it deals with violations. Shirley noted this should give the council more leverage in dealing with blighted areas around town. “This is a better procedure,” he said. Goodman feels that the new ordinance will provide Public Service Officer Richard Ford “a little more back-up” when property owners are cited. When Police Chief Chris Jurgens was asked by the council how enforcing the law would affect his department, he responded “It puts enforcement on you.”

forward and answer this question so I can concentrate on the next session.” Hineman, who was first elected to the House in 2008, is chairman of the Kansas Rural Caucus in addition to serving on the Taxation, General Government Budget, and Vision 2020 committees. Previous assignments have included House Appropriations, Agriculture, Education, Local Government, and Energy and Utilities committees. Hineman says his priorities continue to be a strong public school system, support for the free

market and respect for private property rights. A fourth-generation Kansan and farmer, Hineman is a graduate of the University of Kansas and earned two Masters degrees from the University of Michigan. (Business Administration with an emphasis in operations research and a Master of Science degree in natural resources.) Prior to running for the legislature, Hineman’s government experience included service on the Dighton City Council and the Lane County Commission.

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“The court has tied our hands,” he said. Under the new ordinance, he said that individuals who are issued citations will come before the council. “Do you want to deal with it or give it to the courts?” asked Jurgens. “What we have now isn’t working.” “Will this work?” asked Councilman Everett Green. “That’s up to you,” replied Jurgens. “The previous judge was very tolerant of landowners and how they wanted to take care of their property,” Shirley pointed out. He said that with future violations, the decision to initiate action will involve

Ford, Jurgens and the city attorney. “Once the people realize there are teeth behind what we’re doing, maybe they won’t want to come before the council,” said Councilman Bo Parkinson. The ordinance targets: •buildings and fences that are in disrepair; •accumulation of refuse that increases the likelihood of accidents. •unsightly stored or accumulated material, equipment, supplies, machinery or vehicle parts. “We’re talking about property that has a blighting influence on adjoining property and is injurious to the health and safety of our residents,” says Goodman. “I’d say that’s pretty clear.”

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FHSU expanding its reach beyond Western Kansas Ft. Hays State University could be content with its role as a small university focused on meeting the needs of Western Kansas students. That role for the university has not changed and never will. But anyone who thinks of FHSU as “small” has not been paying attention during the past decade. Not only is FHSU the fastest growing regents

school in Kansas, it’s the third fastest in the nation. “And the two ahead of us have only been around for a few years. We’ve been here for 111 years,” said Dr. Edward Hammond during a recent tour of Western Kansas. Hammond is proud of the direction FHSU is moving and has the numbers to back it up. Kansas-based enrollment has increased 21.5

percent at FHSU over the past five years. That compares with a 2.3% increase at Wichita State University; a 5% decline at K-State and a 9% drop at the University of Kansas. A record enrollment of 13,411 students this year includes 962 Kansas freshmen. “We have 50% of the kids from Western Kansas who are going to college. We’re clearly the number

one choice,” Hammond says. And for good reason. He boasts that the cost and the quality of education are comparable to any institution in the state. “I was visiting with a student from Dodge City who was planning to major in accounting. He looked at the cost and said that going to Ft. Hays instead of KU was like getting a $40,000 scholar-

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School Calendar Sat., Nov. 23: SCHS debate at Hugoton; SCMS wrestling in Ulysses tournament, 10:00 a.m.; Sub-state football playoff in Scott City. SCHS vs Beloit, 6:00 p.m. Mon., Nov. 25: SCMS 7th grade basketball vs Oakley (H), 4:00 p.m.; SCMS 8th grade basketball vs Oakley (T), 4:00 p.m. Tues., Nov. 26: SCMS 8th grade basketball vs Goodland (H), 4:00 p.m.; SCMS 7th grade basketball vs Goodland (T), 4:30 p.m.; SCMS 5th/6th grade winter concert, 7:00 p.m. Nov. 27-29: Thanksgiving vacation. Sat., Nov. 30: Class 3A state championship football in Hutchinson. Mon., Dec. 2: SCMS quiz bowl at Goodland, 4:45 p.m.; SCES TEAM meeting, 5:30 p.m. Tues., Dec. 3: SCHS scholar’s bowl at Tribune, 4:00 p.m.; SCMS 7th grade basketball vs Goodland (H), 4:00 p.m.; SCMS 8th grade basketball vs Goodland (T), 4:30 p.m. Thurs., Dec. 5: SCES 3rd/4th grade Christmas program, matinee at 2:00 p.m., evening performance at 7:00 p.m.; SCMS 7th grade basketball vs Holcomb (T), 4:00 p.m.; SCMS 8th grade basketball vs Holcomb (H), 4:00 p.m. Sat., Dec. 7: SCHS in KMEA honor band/choir at Dodge City; SCHS varsity wrestling at Hoxie tournament, 9:00 a.m.; SCHS JV wrestling at Hays-TMP, 9:30 a.m.; SCMS hosts GWAC wrestling tournament, 10:00 a.m.

Eaton completes training at nutrition academy Kathy Eaton, food service director for USD 466 (Scott County) has achieved the level of Certified Child Nutrition Manager 2 by completing 120 hours of Child Nutrition Academy Training. The Kansas State Department of Education sponsored the academy in which more than 800 school nutrition professionals participated. The academy is a professional development program for current and aspiring nutrition managers and directors. Support local businesses!

ship,” Hammond said. FHSU is among the top universities in the nation when it comes to students successfully passing their CPA exam, and of 266 education graduates last year, 260 passed the state licensure exam - a 98% success rate compared with the state average of 90%. “More (school) superintendents in Kansas have degrees from Ft. Hays

than any other college in Kansas,” says Hammond. “And we have a lot of students who enroll in engineering for a year or two and then transfer to K-State or KU because of the cost.” Holding Down Tuition The cost of education at FHSU has been a driving force behind the enrollment increase and Ham(See FHSU on page 18)

Marvin Farr (center) of Scott City presents Scott Community High School choir director Amy Norris with a $1,000 check to support the high school music department. The donation was part of the memorial gifts for his late wife, Lottie, who had a lifetime passion for music. Farr wil make another $1,000 donation to the program next year. He is joined by family members (front row, from left) Ashley Rijfkogel, Garden City, and grandson, Justin Kuntzelman, along with his daughter, Elizabeth Rijfkogel, who is holding Gracelynn.

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Childhood poverty rate continues to climb in Kansas There’s little evidence of economic recovery post-recession among low- and moderateincome Kansas families with children. According to the 2013 Kansas KIDS COUNT report, nearly one in four Kansas children is living in poverty. The report, issued this week by Kansas Action for Children, shows the child poverty rate has reached 23.15 percent, up from 18.11 percent five years ago.

At the same time, fewer families are gaining access to supports like the Temporary Assistance for Families (TAF) Program and the Kansas Child Care Assistance Program. “Many Kansas families haven’t yet rebounded from the recession. These are working parents who aren’t able to earn enough to make ends meet. They need these programs to help them feed their children and keep them healthy and safe,” said Shannon Cotsoradis, pres-

ident and CEO of Kansas Action for Children. “And yet the Department of Children and Families continues to make administrative changes without legislative oversight or consideration for the impact on families.” In 2011, the average monthly enrollment in TAF was 25,981. In 2012, that number dropped to 21,574. For child care assistance, the average monthly enrollment was 19,735 in 2011 and

declined to 17,684 in 2012. “The greatest threat to the well-being of children is a lack of economic security,” said Cotsoradis. “Making it more difficult to access safety-net programs only hurts our chances of reducing poverty.” The KIDS COUNT report measures countyby-county how kids are doing across more than 20 indicators of health, education and economic success.

Google settlement protects Scott Co. LEC Report on-line privacy for consumers Scott City Police Department

A settlement reached this week with Google will help protect consumers from unknowingly transmitting data to the popular search engine, announced. Kansas, along with the attorneys general of 36 other states and the District of Columbia, reached an agreement with Google concerning its practice of setting advertising cookies on Apple’s Safari web browser during 2011 and 2012. During that time period, Google had been offering consumers the ability to opt out of third-party advertising cookies by installing an opt-out plugin. On its website describing the plugin, Google stated that consumers using the Safari web browser did not need the plugin, because the browser’s default settings blocked all third-party cookies. Google later took active steps to circumvent Safari’s default settings to allow third-party cookies without the consumers’ knowledge or consent. “Consumers have a right to opt out of having their Internet activity tracked by advertisers,” says Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt. In the settlement, Google agreed to change its practices by not deploying code which is designed to override a browser’s cookie-blocking settings. The company also agreed not to misrepresent or omit information to consumers about how they can use any Google product or service to manage how Google serves advertisements to their Internet browser. Google must also improve the information it provides to consumers regarding advertising cookies.

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This year, there are positive data trends in several health indicators: The infant mortality rate has declined to 6.07 (per 1,000 live births). The on-time immunization rate has held steady at 72 percent. The teen violent death rate is down to 29.8 (per 100,000 teens). But Kansas still has room for improvement in other areas: •There are only 43.1 slots available in Head Start programs for every 100 eligible children.

•49.51 percent of Kansas schoolchildren receive free or reduced price lunches (2013), an increase from 42.69 percent in 2009. •Despite some progress, only 49.55 percent of elementary schools offer pre-kindergarten or a four-year-old at-risk program. For additional information at the national, state and county levels. Visit http://datacenter.kidscount.org/ks.

Public Notice

(Published in The Scott County Record on Thurs., Nov. 21, 2013)1t Nov. 15: Nathan Mayes reported disorderly conduct. ACCESSIBILITY OF SARA TITLE III Nov. 16: Markie Brown was arrested for domestic HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE INFORMATION Section 324 of the Emergency Planning and Community battery on Nov. 8 and transported to the LEC. Right to Know Act, also known as SARA Title III (Superfund Scott Co. Sheriff’s Dept. Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986, PL99-499) Nov. 13: Ryan Jenkins was arrested on an out-of- requires public notice at least once annually informing the state warrant. public of the means to access information about extremely Nov. 16: Kulver Ellis was eastbround on Road 230 hazardous substances that are manufactured, stored, and used within their community. Follow-up emergency notices when a deer struck the driver’s side door. may subsequently be issued. Accordingly, information concerning LEPC meetings, SARA Title III hazardous materials planning which is included in Public Notice our Scott County Emergency Operations Response Plan, materials safety data sheets (MSDS), hazardous chemical (First published in The Scott County Record on Thurs., Nov. inventory forms, listing extremely hazardous substances 21, 2013; last published Thurs., Dec. 5, 2013)3t manufactured, stored, or used within Scott County can be Scott County Mill Levy Rates obtained during normal business hours by contacting Larry I, Lark Speer, Scott County Treasurer, certify that the tax levTurpin at 110 E. 4th St. Passed this 4th day of February, ies per $1,000 as valuation for the 2013 tax year are as fol2013. lows: State . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.500

County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

64.331

City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

66.217

USD No. 466 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

61.300

USD No. 466 - Scott Recreation Commission . . .

2.250

USD No. 468 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

48.123

USD No. 468 - Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.000

Fire District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.084

Wet Walnut Watershed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.346

Isbel Township . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

0.227

Lake Township . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.000

Valley Township . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.000

Lark Speer Scott County Treasurer

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Public Notice (Published in The Scott County Record, Thurs., Nov. 21, 2013)1t ORDINANCE NO. 1148 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 4, CHAPTER 4, OF THE CODIFICATION OF ORDINANCES OF SCOTT CITY, KANSAS RELATING TO ENVIRONMENTAL CODE AND REPEALING THE EXISTING SECTIONS. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF SCOTT CITY, KANSAS: Section I: Title 4, Chapter 4 of the Codification of Ordinances is hereby amended to read as follows: 4-4-1. Legislative finding of fact The governing body has found that there exist within the city unsightly and hazardous conditions due to dilapidation, deterioration or disrepair of walls, siding, fences or structure exteriors; accumulations of refuse increasing the hazards of accidents or other calamities, structural defects, uncleanliness; and unsightly stored or accumulated material, equipment, supplies, machinery or vehicle parts. Such conditions are adverse to the general welfare of the city in that they have a blighting influence on adjoining properties, neighborhoods and the city, or are injurious to the health and safety of the residents of the city. The governing body desires to promote the public health, safety and welfare by the repair, removal, abatement, and regulation of such conditions in the manner hereafter provided. 4-4-2. Purpose. The purpose of this article is to protect, preserve, upgrade and regulate the environmental quality of industrial, commercial and residential neighborhoods in the city, by making unlawful conditions which are injurious to the health, safety, welfare or aesthetic characteristics of neighborhoods, and to provide for the administration and enforcement thereof. 4-4-3. Definitions. The words and phrases listed below when used in this article shall have the following meanings: (a) Abatement means the removal, elimination, alleviation, or repair of any condition described in section 4-4-9 of this article. (b) Accessory structure means a secondary structure detached from a principal structure but on the same premises, including, but not limited to, garages, sheds, barns, or outbuildings. (c) Commercial or industrial means premises or property used or intended to be used primarily for other than residential purposes. (d) Dilapidation, deterioration or disrepair means any condition characterized by, but not limited to: holes, breaks, rot, decay, crumbling, cracking, peeling or flaking paint, rusting, or other evidence of physical damage, neglect, lack of maintenance, excessive use or weathering. (e) Exterior means those parts of a structure which are exposed to the weather or subject to contact with the elements: including, but not limited to: sidings, facings, veneers, masonry, roofs, foundations, porches, screens, shutters, windows, doors or signs.

Garbage means, without limitation, any accumulation of animal, fruit or vegetable waste matter that results from the handling, preparation, cooking, serving, storage or use of foodstuffs. (f) Garbage means, without limitation, any accumulation of animal, fruit or vegetable waste matter that results from the handling, preparation, cooking, serving, delivering, storage or use of foodstuffs. (g) Person means any individual, individuals, corporation, partnership, unincorporated association, other business organization, committee, board, trustee, receiver, agent or other representative who has charge, care, control or responsibility for maintenance of any premises, regardless of status as owner, whether or not in possession. (h) Premises means any lot, tract or parcel of land, whether developed or not, including the structures thereon. (i) Property means real property on which exists a condition described in section 4-4-6. (j) Refuse means garbage and trash. (k) Residential means premises or property used or intended to be used primarily for human habitation. (l) Structure means anything constructed or erected which requires location on the ground or is attached to something having a location on the ground including any appurtenances belonging thereto. (m) Trash means combustible waste consisting of, but not limited to: papers, cartons, boxes, barrels, wood, excelsior, furniture, bedding, rags, leaves, yard trimmings, or tree branches; and non-combustible waste consisting of, but not limited to: metal, tin, cans, glass, crockery, plastics, mineral matter or ashes. (n) Weathered means deterioration caused by exposure to the elements. (o) Yard means the area of a premises not occupied by any structure. 4-4-4. Public officer. The city shall designate a public officer to be charged with the administration and enforcement of this chapter. 4-4-5. Enforcement standards. No person shall be found in violation of this article unless the public officer makes a reasonable inquiry and inspection of a premises, and thereafter believes, and prepares written findings in support thereof, that a condition exists that is declared unlawful by section 4-4-6. 4-4-6. Unlawful acts. It shall be unlawful for any person to allow to exist on any residential, commercial or industrial premises, conditions which are injurious to the health, safety or general welfare of the residents of the city or conditions which are detrimental to the aesthetic characteristics of adjoining properties, neighborhoods or the city. For the purpose of fair and efficient enforcement and administration, such unlawful conditions shall be classified as follows: (a) Exterior conditions (yard) shall include, but not be limited to the scattering over or the leaving, depositing or accumulation on the yard of any of the following.

Public Notice (1) Lumber wire, metal, tires, concrete, masonry products, paper plastic products, supplies, equipment, machinery, auto parts, junk or refuse, (2) Furniture, stoves, refrigerators televisions, sinks, bicycles, lawn mowers, or other such items of personal property; (3) Nauseous substances, carcasses of dead animals or places where animals are kept in an offensive manner; or (4) Garbage or trash as defined in section 4-4-3 (b) Exterior conditions (structure) shall include, but not be limited to, dilapidated, deteriorated, or in a state of disrepair, any of the following: (1) Exteriors of any structure; (2) Exteriors of any accessory structure; or (3) Fences, walls or retaining walls. Unlawful conditions described in this section shall not include, and this section shall specifically exclude, color of paint or architectural designs or style selected or utilized on or for a structure. 4-4-7. Order of violation. Any person found by the public officer to be in violation of section 4-4-6 shall be sent a written order of violation (order) issued by the governing body or its designee. The code enforcement officer is hereby designed by the governing body for the purposes of issuing the order required herein. Such order shall be issued by the code enforcement officer after the inquiry, investigation and findings required by section 4-4-5. The order shall be sent by first class mail. If a person has failed to accept delivery or otherwise failed to effectuate receipt of an order sent pursuant to this section during the preceding 24 month period, the governing body may provide notice of the issuance of an order by any reasonable manner, including, but not limited to, door hangers, conspicuous posting of an order on the premise, personal notification, telephone communication, or first class mail. The order shall state: (a) The condition which has caused the violation of the ordinance codified in this article; and, (b) That the person in violation shall have: (1) Ten days from the date of the mailing of the order to abate the exterior conditions (yard) violation; and/or (2) 30 days from the date of the mailing of the order to abate the exterior conditions (structure) violation; or in the alternative to subsections (b) (1) and (b)(2) of this section; (3) Ten days from the date of the mailing of the order, plus any additional time granted under subsection (c) of this section, to request, as provided in section 4-4-10, a hearing before the governing body on the matter. (c) Provided, however, that the governing body or its designee named herein shall grant one or more extensions to the time periods stated in subsections (b) (2) and (b)(3), above, if the owner or agent of the property demonstrates that due diligence is being exercised in the abatement of the conditions which have caused the violation of the ordinance codified in this article; and, (d) That failure to abate the condition or to request a hearing may result in pros-

ecution under section 4-48 and/or abatement of the condition by the city according to section 4-4-9, with the costs assessed against the property under section 4-412. 4-4-8. Penalty. The public officer may file a complaint in the municipal court against any person found to be in violation of section 4-4-6, provided however, that such person shall first have been sent an order as provided in section 4-4-7 and that the person has neither abated the condition causing the alleged violation nor requested a hearing before the governing body within the time period specified in section 4-4-7. Any person found to be in violation of section 4-4-6, shall upon conviction, be guilty of a class C offense, punishable as in section 1-4-1A1c. Upon a first conviction, a person shall be fined $100.00; for a second conviction within a five year period, a fine of $300.00 shall be imposed; and for a third or subsequent conviction within a five year period, a fine of $500.00 shall be imposed. For the purpose of this article, a separate offense shall be deemed committed on each day during or on which such violation is permitted to exist. 4-4-9. Abatement. In addition to, or as an alternative to prosecution as provided in section 4-4-8, the public officer may seek to remedy violations of this article in the following manner. If a person to whom an order has been sent pursuant to section 4-4-7 has neither abated the condition causing the alleged violation nor requested a hearing before the governing body within the time period specified in section 4-4-7, the public officer may present a resolution to the governing body for adoption authorizing the public officer or other agents of the city to abate the condition causing the violation at the end of ten days after passage of the resolution. The resolution shall further provide that the costs incurred by the city shall be assessed against the property as provided in section 4-4-12. A copy of the resolution shall be served upon the person in violation in one of the following ways: (1) Personal service; (2) Service by first class mail; or (3) In the event the whereabouts of such person are unknown and the same cannot be ascertained in the exercise of reasonable diligence, an affidavit to that effect shall be made by the public officer and flied with the city clerk, and the serving of the resolution shall be made by publishing the resolution once in the official city newspaper and by posting a copy of the resolution on the premises where such condition exists.

ing at least five days in advance thereof. At any such hearing, the person may be represented by counsel, and the person and the city may introduce such witnesses and evidence as is deemed necessary and proper by the governing body. The hearing need not be conducted according to the formal rules of evidence. Upon conclusion of the hearing, the governing body shall record its determination of the matter by means of adopting a resolution and serving the resolution upon the person in the manner provided in section 4-4-9. Failure to make a timely request for a hearing shall constitute a waiver of the personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s right to contest the findings of the public officer before the governing body. 4-4-11. Appeals. Any person affected by any determination of the governing body under section 4-4-9 may appeal such determination in the manner provided by K.S.A. 602101(d). 4-4-12. Costs assessed. If the city abates a condition pursuant to section 4-4-9, the cost of abatement shall be charged against the property on which the condition was located. Costs shall include, but not be limited to, labor, materials, equipment, service fees, contract fees, assessments, or other charges related to the abatement. The city clerk shall, at the time of certifying other taxes to the county clerk, certify the costs as provided in this section. The county clerk shall extend the same on the tax roll, the assessment shall become a lien against the property on which the condition was located, and it shall be collected by the county treasurer and paid to the city as other taxes are collected and paid. In addition to remedies available to the city to collect assessments levied against property, if any assessments for costs of abatement levied by the city in accordance with this section remain unpaid by the owner of a lot or parcel of ground, the city may collect the amount due in the same manner as a personal debt of the property owner to the city, by bringing an action in the appropriate district court.

4-4-13. Construction. Nothing in this article shall be construed to abrogate or impair the powers of the courts or of any department of the city to enforce any provisions of its laws nor to prevent or punish violations thereof. The powers conferred by this article shall be in addition to and supplemental to the powers conferred by the Kansas Constitution, or by any other law or ordinance. Section II. The existing Title 4, Chapter 4 of the Codification of Ordinances of Scott City, Kansas is repealed. Section III. This ordi4-4-10. Hearing before nance shall take effect and governing body. be in force from and after its If a hearing is requested publication in the official city within the ten-day period as newspaper. provided in section 4-4-7, Passed by the Governsuch request shall be made ing Body of the City of Scott in writing to the governing City, Kansas this 18th day of body. The hearing shall be November, 2013. held by the governing body Dan Goodman, Mayor as soon as possible after the City of Scott City, Kansas filing of the request therefor and the person shall be ATTEST advised by the city of the Brenda K. Davis, MMC time and place of the hear- City Clerk

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Praeger expects insurers to comply with ACA policy change Jim McLean KHI News Service

Kansas Insurance Commissioner Sandy Praeger expects health insurers doing business in the state to stop cancelling policies that don’t meet the minimum coverage requirements of the Affordable Care Act and reverse the thousands of cancellations already in process. But, she said, it won’t be easy for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas, the state’s largest health insurer, which Praeger said was “trying to do the right thing” by steering consumers into more com-

prehensive coverage. “They (BCBS) are struggling, they want to do the right thing,” Praeger said. “But I think that they think they’ve been thrown a curve ball at this point because they’re going to have to make some changes and it may be costly.” Mary Beth Chambers, a BCBS spokesperson, said the company was awaiting guidance from the federal government and from Praeger’s department about how to proceed. About 35 percent of the company’s 27,000 individual policyholders had already been notified that they would need to choose new plans by Dec. 15 in

order to have uninterrupted coverage starting Jan. 1, 2014. Praeger and the companies are responding to President Barack Obama’s about-face decision to allow consumers to keep sub-standard policies without penalty through 2014. The president reversed course in the face of mounting bipartisan pressure from members of Congress who were being flooded with complaints from constituents receiving cancellation notices. Coventry Health Care of Kansas, the state’s second largest insurer, doesn’t face the same challenge as BCBS because it made a

business decision to hold off cancelling policies that came up for renewal before the end of the year. Keeping policies in force that don’t meet the health reform law’s coverage requirements could also trigger higher premiums for policies sold on the new online marketplace because younger, healthier people could chose to keep those plans rather than shop for more comprehensive coverage. “The potential pool of insured has changed,” Praeger said. “When they (insurers) thought they could price based on a mix of everybody, that was one (See CHANGE on page 15)

BC/BS to extend non-complying policies extra year Officials at the state’s largest health insurance company said they would extend for another year individual policies that don’t comply with the federal health reform law. The decision by Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Kansas, prompted by a change in policy announced by President Obama last week, will give approximately 10,000 policyholders the options of retaining their existing coverage or shopping for a more comprehensive and perhaps less expensive plan. “This governmental change will allow many of our members to keep the benefit plan they already have and like, while still allowing them to consider new plans that they may be able to purchase with the help of a tax subsidy or small business tax credit,” company officials said in a prepared statement. They said they would soon send letters to customers rescinding the cancellation notices that went out in recent weeks. The letters also will explain steps policyholders should take to extend existing coverage or purchase a new plan.

Will low on-line enrollment hobble Obamacare? Phil Galewitz Kaiser Health News

Hope that the online health insurance marketplaces will work well enough to enroll millions this fall had already faded before the administration disclosed results last week. News that only 27,000 Americans - including

371 Kansans - had signed up for private coverage on the federally run marketplaces through October amplified the doubts. Experts increasingly doubt the federal site serving 36 states will function properly by the White House’s selfimposed Nov. 30 deadline - or maybe even by Jan. 1, when insurance cover-

Don’t ignore warning signs of depression by the American Counseling Association

It’s only recently that most people have begun to accept that “depression” can be a serious health issue which can affect virtually anyone. Depression is an illness that can be costly and have serious consequences for sufferers. It can affect the course of common chronic conditions, such as arthritis, asthma, cancer, diabetes and obesity, while also often resulting in increased absenteeism from work, decreased productivity and short-term disability. Yet while depression is a serious mental health issue, the good news is that it’s a condition with clear symptoms and can be treated. More importantly, when not treated it can worsen and even become life-threatening. The symptoms of depression can take a variety of forms, but the most common ones include: •changes in sleep or eating patterns. •strong feelings of sadness, guilt, hopelessness, or worthlessness. •loss of interest in or the ability to enjoy activities you normally find fun, such as hobbies, favorite sports, time with loved ones and sex. •trouble concentrating or making decisions. •general lack of energy for no real reason. •frequent negative thoughts, such as “I’m no good,” “I can’t do anything right,” or “My family would be better off without me.” •talk about death or dying. Simply having one or more of these symptoms doesn’t mean you are suffering from depression. We all have periods when we feel a little low and things aren’t going quite right. But if you’re experiencing more than one of these symptoms over a period of two weeks or more, it’s a good sign there may be a problem that needs professional treatment. This isn’t always an easy decision to reach. Many people facing depression tend to feel that the problem is unique to them and that others simply wouldn’t understand. That’s far from the truth, of course. Each year, about 9.5 million Americans struggle with depression. While most of us would think it foolish to ignore a severe, ongoing physical pain, many people find it acceptable to ignore or overlook the symptoms of depression. Instead, if you suspect depression might be affecting your life, talk to someone. You might start with someone close to you, but don’t hesitate to seek professional help. A professional counselor can provide a variety of help for overcoming depression and returning to a happier and more productive life. “Counseling Corner” is provided by the American Counseling Association. Comments and questions to ACAcorner@counseling.org or visit the ACA website at counseling.org

age is scheduled to begin. Some state-built sites, which enrolled 79,000 in October, have their own problems. The online marketplaces - which sell insurance directly to Americans lacking affordable, comprehensive coverage - are the heart of the Affordable Care Act, sometimes called Obamacare.

How much does their early failure jeopardize President Barack Obama’s marquee law? Are functioning insurance marketplaces essential to other goals of the law? Kaiser Health News asked analysts for a damage report: Can the federal marketplace be fixed in time? Many don’t think so,

and some worry about the consequences. “Given where they are right now, it would be an unbelievable feat if they were to be ready” even by Jan. 1, said Bill Copeland, a top health care consultant at Deloitte. The administration faces a credibility problem if it fails to meet the Nov. 30 deadline, said Dr.

Ezekiel Emanuel, a former White House health care adviser. Signup delays could distract consumers from the benefits of coverage and cause many to tune out, he said. * * * Why not wait until the websites are fixed and then have people line up? Or extend the enrollment (See HOBBLE on page 15)

Kansas suicide rate rises; officials looking for reasons OLATHE - At least once a week, Kimberly Rowlands talks to someone contemplating suicide. “It’s a big chunk of what I do,” she said. Rowlands, 48, is what is called a mental health coresponder. When Olathe police respond to reports of someone threatening to kill himself or herself, she goes with them. “I wouldn’t even guess how many times I’ve been called out,” she said. “I’m not on duty 24 hours a day, but when I’m working and a call comes in, I go out.” Rowlands is on the front line of a problem that is growing nationally and in Kansas. In the U.S., suicides have exceeded automo-

Suicide Hotlines 1-800-SUICIDE (784-2433) or 1-800-273-TALK (8255) Both lines direct callers first to Kansas-based centers for help. More information from the Kansas-based suicide prevention center: HeadquartersCounselingCenter.org

bile deaths since 2009 to become the 10th leading cause of death. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, suicide accounted last year for more than 1.4 million years of life lost before age 85. The number of Kansas suicides increased more than 31 percent between 2011 and 2012. According to the Kansas Department of Health and Environment’s recently released vital statistics report, coroner’s offices across the state reported a record-high 505 suicides

last year. There are significant regional differences in suicide rates. For the past decade or more, the rates typically have been highest in the states of the mountain west and lowest in the more heavily populated states of the northeast. But with Kansas’ significant recent increase, it has moved into the rank of states with the highest rates. No one seems to know why, or whether the dramatic one-year increase was an aberration or the beginning of a

disturbing trend. Between 2011 and 2012, the state’s suicide rate went from 13.4 deaths per 100,000 population to 17.6 deaths per 100,000 population. “The numbers are very troubling,” said Miranda Steele, spokesperson for the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. “We’ll be working with our partner agencies and with KDADS (Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services) on seeing where we go next with our interventions.” Funding is an Issue Historically, much of the state’s response has been defined by its support for community mental health centers. (See SUICIDE on page 15)

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KanCare open enrollment will begin Dec. 1

Open enrollment for thousands of the state’s KanCare enrollees will start Dec. 1 and run through March 2, 2014, state Medicaid officials announced this week. Enrollment packets are being put in the mail and members can expect to receive them by the end

of the month, officials at the Kansas Department of Health and Environment said in a prepared statement. KanCare was the name given the state’s Medicaid program by the administration of Gov. Sam Brownback when it moved virtually

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thing. But now, if you’re going to let these healthier folks stay out of the mix for another year, there’s going to be an impact.” Blue Cross Blue Shield could have sufficient reserves to absorb the cost increases, if the number of Kansans who opt to keep sub-standard policies is relatively low, Praeger said. “Financially, they’re probably able to absorb it, but is it right to ask them to,” Praeger said. Maintaining sub-standard coverage for one more year creates real complications in the marketplace, Praeger said. But, a decision by Congress to approve legislation being pushed chiefly by House Republicans that would allow consumers to purchase such plans indefinitely would “totally undermine” the law. “That would be a huge mistake, a huge mistake,” Praeger said.

Suicide “We’ve made a good start,” said Michael Garrett, chief executive at Horizons Mental Health Center in Hutchinson. “Every mental health center in the state puts on programs for educating the public about depression and how to recognize the signs that someone is contemplating suicide. We do training five or six times a year in Reno County.” But the mental health centers’ initiatives, he said, have been squeezed by cuts in state spending. “We haven’t been able to get the state to realize that demand for our services has increased considerably in recent years, and that much of the increase involves people who are self-pay or unin-

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sured,” Garrett said. In recent years, lawmakers have cut statefunded grants that mental health centers use to offset the costs of caring for the uninsured. Despite the toll it takes, suicide is less understood than many life threatening illnesses and conditions. Alan Berman, executive director at the American Association of Suicidology in Washington, D.C., said that since the early 2000s, the nation’s suicide rate has increased about 20 percent. “But the reality is we don’t know why,” Berman said. “There’s so much research that needs to done but there’s very little funding.”

all the state’s 380,000 Medicaid beneficiaries into managed care plans run by three insurance companies: Amerigroup, UnitedHealthcare and Sunflower State Health Plan, a subsidiary of Centene. The initiative was launched Jan. 1. Medicaid enrollees

Hobble period for individuals to gain coverage into the middle of next year? Many can’t wait. Their policies expire Dec. 31, and they fear a gap in coverage. Others are uninsured and had expected ACA benefits starting in 2014. Delaying signup could leave carriers with disproportionately sicker and more expensive customers, they say. * * * What’s the worst-case scenario for those unable to sign up? Millions, including those with existing illness, could have trouble getting coverage. The administration may be working on a plan to have consumers contact insurers directly, but some worry they could end up buying the wrong policies if they don’t see the full online menu. “We have had concerns about direct enrollment,” said Judith Solomon, vice president for health policy at the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, which supports the law. “Consumers won’t have the full ability to shop in the short term.” Those who do obtain insurance could have trouble gaining online premium subsidies, which so far are available through

initially were “autoassigned” to one of the three plans by the state, but then had 90 days to choose an alternative from another of the companies, if they preferred. The upcoming open enrollment period is for those who were enrolled in a plan effective Jan.

1. Those who enrolled at later dates will reach their next open enrollment period on their plan anniversary date. People who don’t want to change plans, need not do anything to continue the coverage. KanCare members who have open enroll-

ment questions may call KanCare Consumer Assistance at 1-866-3055147. There also is more information about KanCare open enrollment and a video message from KanCare Ombudsman James Bart on the KanCare website.

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the government marketplaces. * * * How badly do web failures threaten other aspects of the Affordable Care Act? The health law didn’t just offer commercial insurance on the web. It expanded Medicaid for low-income consumers in states that chose to accept it (Kansas has so far decided not to expand Medicaid). Because the programs have years of enrollment experience, Medicaid expansion is progressing better in many states than efforts to

expand access to private insurance. While the federal site “has been nowhere near as easy to use and efficient as anybody would have dreamed, we’re hopefully in the early innings” of the larger goal of expanding coverage, said Bob Kocher, a partner at venture capital firm Venrock and a former Obama health adviser. Nor may web problems have much effect on the health law’s other grand goal of containing costs and making care safer and more efficient. “Accountable care

organizations” that reward better care have been formed across the country. Medicare is penalizing hospitals with too many readmissions of recently discharged patients. Online government insurance marketplaces have inspired similar, private sites. “The notion that one website associated with one part of the law is up late - that the whole law should be thrown out is an extreme reaction,” said Alan Weil, executive director of the National Academy for State Health Policy.

The Scott County Record • Page 16 • Thursday, November 21, 2013

Park Place People

Deaths Alfred Joseph Wasinger Alfred “Al” Joseph Wasinger, 82, died Nov. 6, 2013, in Sunsites, Ariz. H e was born April 2, 1 9 3 1 , in Rush C o u n t y, the son of Wendelin Alfred Wasinger and Beata (Stremel) Wasinger. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1951-55. He was a farmer and cattleman in Scott County from 1955 until retiring to Sunsites in 2001. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Scott City, and St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church, Sunsites. He was an Honorary Life member of the Knights of Columbus. On Jan. 8, 1958, he married Margaret Ann Heiman in Garden City. She died March 27, 1991. He married Nicie Burd in Oberlin on Sept. 11, 1993. She survives. Other survivors include: three sons, Jeffrey, Scott City, James and wife, Renee, Dallas, Tex., and Bradley and wife, Renee, Overland Park; two daughters, Julie Miller, and husband, Gary, Scott City, and Janelle Dill and husband, Steve, Hilton Head Island, S.C.; two step-sons, Gary and wife, Lisa, and Matthew and wife, Christina; two stepdaughters, Kimberly and Shana; one sister, Bernadette Schampel, Green

Valley, Ariz.; two brothers, Edwin Wasinger and wife, Rosemary, Scott City, and Brother Emanuel Wasinger, Big Sur, Calif.; a sister-in-law, Joann Wasinger, Grand Junction, Colo.; mother-in-law, Elizabeth Wiscombe, Ingersoll, Ontario, Canada; 13 grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, 10 step-grandchildren and eight step-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, mother, two brothers, two sisters, one great grandson and one step-grandson. Al loved carpentry and enjoyed traveling around the country to visit family and friends. Every other year he looked forward to a meeting with the Taluga (AO-62) Navy Group. Al was also very fond of his canine companion, “Tesie.” A Memorial Mass will be held on Sat., Nov. 30, 10:00 a.m., at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Burial will be in the Scott County Cemetery. Memorials may be sent to the Charles Wm. Leighton, Jr. Hospice, Box 115, Willcox, Ariz. 85644 or St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1006 Main Street, Scott City, Ks. 67871. Westlawn Chapel, Mortuary and Crematory, Willcox, Ariz., is in charge of services. Condolences may be sent to www.westlawnchapelmortuary.com.

Brenda Jo Bremer Brenda Jo Bremer, 44, died Nov. 17, 2013, at Park Lane Nursing Home, Scott City. S h e was born May 6, 1 9 6 9 , in Scott City, the daughter of Harold Brenda Jo Bremer D. and Carolyn S. (Green) Wright. Brenda was a Scott City resident off and on since 1969. She graduated from Scott Community High School in 1987. She was a farmer, homemaker, daycare provider, bookkeeper and a medical billing clerk in Finney County. On July 29, 1989, she married Marti Bremer in Scott City. He survives. Survivors include: two

sons, Justin Bremer and Kyle Bremer; father, Harold D. Wright; step-mother, Wanda Wright; one sister, Deanna Kennedy; one niece, Amanda Kennedy; and one nephew, Cody Kennedy, all of Scott City. She was preceded in death by her mother, Carolyn S. Wright; one sister, Crystal G. Wright; and one nephew, Robert David Linsner. Funeral service was held Nov. 21 at the First Baptist Church, Scott City. Rev. Kyle Evans officiated. Inurnment was at the Scott County Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Brenda Bremer Memorial Fund in care of Price and Sons Funeral Home, 410 S. Washington St., Scott City, Ks. 67871.

Annabelle Cramer Annabelle Cramer, 87, died Nov. 18, 2013, at the Scott County Hospital. She was born Feb. 12, 1926, in Sheridan County, the daughter of John L. and Kathyrn (Kruse) Hemmert. A lifetime resident of Healy, she was a member of the United Methodist Church, Healy. On April 25, 1947, she married Leo G. Cramer in Westminster, Colo. Survivors include: her husband, Healy; two daughters, Raina Harper, and husband, Glenn, Valley Center, and Sharen Maurath, Topeka; one sister, Donna Pankoski,

Westminster, Colo; seven grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Karen Gaston; and one son-in-law, Lefty Maurath. Funeral service will be held Fri., Nov. 22, 2:00 p.m., at the United Methodist Church, Healy, with Rev. James Brackett officiating. Burial will be at the Healy Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the United Methodist Church, Healy, in care of Price and Sons Funeral Home, 401 S. Washington St., Scott City, Ks. 67871.

by Doris Riner

It was a very calm and quiet week for all of us at Park Place until the weekend. We all enjoyed the Wright family music Friday evening in the main dining room. Early Saturday afternoon we enjoyed the Blue Steele Band. Then when it was over most of us hurried back to our apartments to listen and watch our high school team win over Conway Springs. Go, Beavers! As always, when the Wright family come, wonderful Wanda brought treats for everyone, and I said BROUGHT not bought, although, she did that too. Thank you, Wanda. We want you to know our biggest turnout for coffee is the morning after the Wrights have been here. Park Place people would like to express our deepest sympathy to Harold and Wanda in the loss of their faithful daughter, Brenda. We will all miss her, too. Margaret Lee had a quiet week with visits every day from her daughter, Mary. She is excited for Thanksgiving as her son, Richard, along with his wife and family, are coming from California. Lou Pfanenstiel is in the hospital.

Sr. Citizen Lunch Menu Week of November 25-29 Monday: Chicken pot pie, mashed potatoes, cauliflower, pineapple. Tuesday: Roast beef, broth, scalloped potatoes, California blend vegetables, whole wheat roll, bread pudding. Wednesday: Tahitian chicken, tri-tators, Italian vegetables, whole wheat bread, pudding. Thursday: Closed for Thanksgiving. Friday: Closed for Thanksgiving. meals are $3.25 • call 872-3501

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Take precautions when operating a chainsaw

With the first blast of winter upon us, I’m sure that some of you will be burning wood in the fireplace or a wood burning stove. Collecting and gathering wood for the stove can be a very time-consuming and high labor job. It can also be very dangerous if certain safety precautions are not followed when using a chainsaw. When cutting wood with a chainsaw, wear protective clothing such as eye shields or plastic goggles, safety boots with non-skid soles and leather gloves. Kansas State Univer-

sity specialists also say to use ear plugs or muffs to prevent hearing loss. Chain saw noise is greater than the human ear can tolerate and sustained exposure can cause hearing loss that cannot be restored. Specialists also say that the safest and least tiring way of sawing is to cut with the backwardrunning, or the lower part of the saw, close to the

bumper. Sawing with the forward-running, or upper part, makes it difficult to control the saw and the risk of kickback is greater. Don’t use the nose of the saw to cut. Avoid forcing the saw when cutting and hold the saw firmly with both hands. Keep your thumb around the front handle to prevent the saw from being wrenched from your hands in case of a kickback. Just using common sense with power equipment can help prevent accidents.

looked chore that homeowners need to do before winter sets in is to rabbit proof their yard. During the winter months, rabbits searching for any available food source will gnaw on the tender growth of trees and shrubs. If they gnaw away too much of the bark tissue, they will kill the plant or at least cause extensive damage. The best way to protect valuable plants is to construct physical barriers. Small trees or seedlings can be protected with cylinder guards made from small mesh hardware Rabbit Protection One frequently over- wire.

These rabbit guards should be 18-24 inches high or higher depending on the average snowfall. Cylinders should be large enough around to prevent rabbits from reaching through and damaging trees and should be staked for support. There are also several commercial seedling protectors available. These protectors are tubes made of polypropylene plastic netting and are easily installed at planting time. Avoid installing them during freezing weather because they become brittle and are easily broken.

Deadline nears for Part D enrollment

Senior citizens in Kansas are reminded that open enrollment for the Medicare Part D prescription drug program ends Dec. 7. State officials are encouraging seniors to contact their area Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas office if they need help enrolling or re-enrolling in the program. “During this open enrollment period, we’re here to help you find the prescription drug plan that best meets your needs,” said Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services Secretary Shawn Sullivan. In Kansas, seniors have access to 30 Medicare Part D plans. Subsidies are available for those with incomes below 150 percent of the federal poverty level, which is $1,436 a month for a one-person household or $1,939 a month for a two-person household. KDADS officials are advising all current Medicare Part D beneficiaries to review their plans before reenrolling. “Each year Medicare Part D premiums change as well as co-pays and medications covered by the prescription drug plans,” said Craig Kaberline, commissioner on aging at KDADS. Beneficiaries have the option of changing plans during the enrollment process. A recent study found that between 2006 and 2010, only 13 percent of the nation’s Medicare Part D enrollees voluntarily switched plans. The Medicare Part D enrollment process is separate from that for obtaining health insurance through the online marketplace that’s part of the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare. SHICK is a federally funded programs administered by KDADS. Its services are free and available to anyone, regardless of income. For help in locating a SHICK office, call 800-860-5260.

Attend the Church of Your Choice

The Rebel Yell

I think as Christians we get frustrated in our ministry at the unknowns. What I mean is that we don’t know if we speak to a person about Christ if they will accept him or laugh in our face. We don’t know if we schedule an outreach event if it will be a smashing success or if no one will take the time to come. We don’t know if we help that unwed mother of three if she will turn her struggles to victories or if she will take advantage of our generosity and continue to make the same ill-fated mistakes she has in the past. All of these examples are hypothetical of course, but what is it that causes us to become cynical when it comes to helping or ministering to others? I believe there are two things. One: Too much self. This is the habit where we are too concerned with the risk verses the reward, and if we do not feel the reward sufficiently outweighs the risk, we don’t commit. The problem with this is that it is self-centered and the kingdom of heaven is the exact opposite. We are worried about our reputation instead of the other person’s salvation. How dare we put our earthly acceptance over someone else’s eternal existence? Just like Jesus told the rich young ruler “deny your-self”. We must understand that we are not responsible for the outcome of an eternal act, we are just supposed to act PERIOD! Two: Not enough sovereignty. This is not that God is not sovereign, but that we do not really trust that he is. It’s simply we want to control the outcome that He already has. What if we operated under the assumption that if a person spits in our face because we believe in God, it was what was supposed to happen? It says in the book of 1Peter that, “If you are reproached for the name of Christ, blessed are you, for the spirit of glory and of God rests on you.” So then maybe, just maybe, God wanted to teach you something and the message was never intended to change the other person’s life, but to transform yours. Stop trying to control the outcome and commit to obey! Jared Young, children’s pastor First Baptist Church, Scott City

Scott City Assembly of God

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

St. Joseph Catholic Church

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

Pence Community Church

Prairie View Church of the Brethren

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

Holy Cross Lutheran Church

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

Community Christian Church

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

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

First Baptist Church

Immanuel Southern Baptist Church

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

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

Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.

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

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

Wednesday Bible Study, 7:00 p.m.

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

First Christian Church

1st United Methodist Church

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

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church

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

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

Scott Mennonite Church

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

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

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

The Scott County Record • Page 18 • Thursday, November 21, 2013 Youngsters who have reached 100 to 500 book milestones in the Scott County Library’s “1,000 Books Before Kindergarten” reading program are:

Landry Beaton 100

Sophia Goode 500

Brogan Dirks 300

Emme Wishon 200

Madison Goode 500

Bretton Thomas 200

Sebastin Nelson 100

Annlee Crawford 100

Jayden Nelson 100

4-H Club News Rising Stars 4-H elects new officers The Rising Stars 4-H Club met at the Pounds home on Nov. 10 for their monthly meeting. Our club members are: Austin Beaver, Cole Allen, Haley Allen, Bailey Nickel, Christopher Pounds and Zach Carson. A guest at the meeting was Keigun Wells. Officers for this year are Christopher Pounds, president; Cole Allen, vice-president; Bailey Nickel, secretary; Haley Allen, treasurer; and Austin Beaver, historian. The club enjoyed chili and cinnamon rolls and discussed our project for Christmas. We also made and delivered centerpieces for Park Lane Nursing Home. Christopher Pounds, reporter

USD 466 Lunch Menu Week of November 25-29 Breakfast Monday: Whole grain cereal, string cheese, pineapple, juice. Tuesday: Granola bar, peaches, juice. Wednesday: No school. Thanksgiving break. Thursday: No school. Thanksgiving break. Friday: No school. Thanksgiving break. Lunch Monday: Mighty rib on a bun, *pig in a blanket, baked cheetos, green beans, vanilla pudding, banana. Tuesday: Turkey and dressing, potatoes and gravy, broccoli, cranberry sauce, roll and pumpkin pie. Wednesday: No school. Thanksgiving break. Thursday: No school. Thanksgiving break. Friday: No school. Thanksgiving break. *Second choice for SCMS and SCHS

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the quest is still alive Quick-strike offense needs :45 to regain lead, advance 99 yard drive gives SC early lead; Beavers shut down Conway offense After giving up a game-tying touchdown with 1:16 left in the first half, Scott Community High School was looking for an opportunity to regain the momentum. They didn’t have to wait long. In just 44 seconds the Beavers covered 78 yards Scott City 20 Conway Sp. 7 for a 14-7 halftime lead and never trailed again in a 20-7 Class 3A sectional playoff win at Conway Springs on Saturday. With the win, SCHS (11-1) is back in the state semi-finals where they will face Beloit for the second consecutive year. It also ended a two game losing streak to the Cardinals (11-1) who had defeated Scott City on the same field in the same round of the playoffs in 2007 and 2011. “It feels good to finally beat

this team,” said senior defensive tackle Matthew Tuttle. “They were the only team who’d beaten us over the past four years that we’d never beaten. It was great to prove to everyone that we could come here and get it done.” Sophomore fullback Wyatt Kropp finished with a career high 136 yards rushing - 55 coming during a 99 yard scoring drive by SCHS in the opening period - and quarterback Trey O’Neil added another 140 yards passing and a pair of touchdown completions. However, the success of this game rested squarely on the shoulders of the SCHS defense. During the second and third quarters Conway Springs held a huge 38-11 edge in total offensive plays - a whopping 19:28 to 4:32 advantage in time of possession - yet had only a 7-7 stalemate to show for it.

Beavers raising their sectional championship plaque are (from left) Evan Cardenas (20), Brayden Strine, Paco Banda (25), Chris Pounds, Alex Snyder (71) and Martin Gough. (Record Photo)

As lopsided as the game was in the middle periods, it favored Scott City nearly as

much in the first and fourth quarters. In those bookend quarters, SCHS held a 230-59

edge in total offense, limiting the Cardinals to just 10 yards (See QUEST on page 23)

Beavers are creating a lot of believers When you’ve enjoyed the kind of football success that Scott ComRod munity High School has Haxton, over the years, one of two sports things can occur. editor 1) You become complacent because success is expected. because you don’t want 2) You continue push- to be the team that fails to ing yourself to be better achieve the kind of suc-

cess your predecessors have enjoyed. Count this year’s team in the latter category. Not content to play in the shadows of past teams, this year’s edition has established its own identity. And they aren’t done. That was exemplified following the impressive

sectional win at Conway Springs as team members were raising their championship plaque. Someone suggested everyone flash the “No. 1” and that was quickly voted down. “We aren’t done yet,” said one senior. And that is one thing which has made this sea-

son’s ride through the regular season and playoffs so enjoyable. It’s not just that this team has achieved more than most anyone had anticipated, it’s that this team isn’t satisfied with where they are. A sectional championship is great, but it isn’t enough.

Going through Conway Springs to get into the Final Four for the second consecutive year was even sweeter. “It’s a great relief to finally beat Conway and now to be in the semi-finals against Beloit,” says junior quarterback Trey (See BELIEVERS on page 21)

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Outdoors in Kansas

by Steve Gilliland

Don’t wake a sleeping skunk Every kid who’s ever set a trap has caught a skunk at one time or another, or in my case, often. Trapping without ever catching a skunk would be like a dog never peeing on a tire. It ain’t gonna’ happen! I work in maintenance at a large retirement/nursing home and have lost count of the stories I’ve heard the old guys tell of getting sprayed by skunks as they checked their traps on the way to school, then getting sent home because they reeked. I used to wonder if they let it happen on purpose just to get sent home, but I’ve since come to my senses. Pure skunk essence is a valuable ingredient in many lures and scents used by trappers and can be sold to large trapping supply houses. And skunk fur is actually very nice and silky. Thus many diehard trappers use a hypodermic needle to extract the essence from the skunks they catch, then skin and stretch the pelts. I guess I’m not a very serious trapper, cause’ mine just find their way into the closest fencerow, luxurious coat, expensive pee and all, to spend eternity there beside the opossums I catch. I once met a taxidermist at an outdoor show who had a stuffed skunk as the centerpiece of his display. He had it rigged so he could press a switch of some sort under the table and the skunk’s tail would suddenly rise. He’d wait until a crowd of people were gathered around the skunk, (which happened often,) then he’d press the switch and watch the crowd gasp and run. (See SKUNK on page 24)

Behymer, 10-man defensive front are dual challenge for Beavers If the last two rounds of the Class 3A state playoffs are an indication, opposing offenses can score points against Beloit. The question is: Can they score enough? The answer to that question will be known on Saturday night at Scott City’s Darner Field when either Scott Community High School (11-1) or Beloit (12-0) are crowned the sub-state champions and advance into the state title game. The Trojans are averaging 55 points per game the most in Class 3A - and in their final two playoff games have scored 120 points against Holcomb and Sedgwick. Same old Beloit. On the flip side, Trojans have given up 71 points in the last two playoff games with Sedgwick passing for 455 yards. “They want to get into a shootout and we don’t,” says SCHS head coach Glenn O’Neil. “It comes down to who can dictate how the game will be played. If we can, then we’ll be playing for another week.” This is a rematch of last year’s semi-final playoff game which was won by SCHS, 42-26, but not before they had overcome an 18-14 halftime deficit. In some respects little has changed in the past year. Pre-game notes on Beloit from a year ago were: •They have very tight splits on their offensive line. •They have what they call a 10-1 defense. •They squib all of their kickoffs. •Every PAT is a twopoint attempt. It’s a high-risk, highreward approach to the game on both sides of the ball.

Scott City linebackers Paco Banda (25) and Cooper Griffith stop Conway Springs junior Luke Fisher for no gain during Saturday’s sectional playoff game. (Record Photo)

O’Neil, who is also the head basketball coach, compares Beloit’s game to that of a basketball team that likes to fullcourt press and fastbreak. It’s all about using pressure to force mistakes and then capitalizing on those mistakes. “They will on-side or squib kick with the idea of getting boys to the ball quickly and possibly force you into a mistake handling the ball,” he says. “They’re willing to give up field position and trust in their defense just so they can put more pressure on you. “They have so much confidence in their offense they feel they can trade scores. They feel that once they go on top by a touchdown they can maintain

Seasons in Review Beloit: 12-0 Beloit 48 Beloit 36 Beloit 68 Beloit 56 Beloit 72 Beloit 42 Beloit 48 Beloit 46 Beloit 68

Beloit 50 Beloit 57 Beloit 66

Concordia 0 Smith Center 14 Russell 8 Sacred Heart 44 Ellsworth 21 SE of Saline 0 Phillipsburg 27 Norton 7 Minneapolis 13

Playoffs SE of Saline 7 Holcomb 30 Sedgwick 41

that edge.” Defense, Special Teams Scoring doesn’t come from only the Trojan offense, but from the defense and special teams as well.

Scott City: 11-1 Scott City 40 Scott City 28 Scott City 31 Scott City 6 Scott City 28 Scott City 28 Scott City 14 Scott City 51 Scott City 54

Scott City 43 Scott City 24 Scott City 20

In a 36-14 win over Smith Center, Beloit’s first two touchdowns came on punt and kickoff returns with their third score the result of the defense returning a lateral pass. In a second round play-

Abilene 13 Colby 12 Holcomb 28 Ulysses 25 Hugoton 0 Goodland 14 Hoisington 0 Hays-TMP 7 Russell 0

Playoffs Lakin 0 Phillipsburg 21 Conway Sp. 7

off game at Holcomb, the Longhorns had cut the lead to 16-14 before Beloit regained the momentum with a 92 yard kickoff return by senior Bowe Behymer (5-7, 175). (See BELOIT on page 26)

Next two games will determine Chiefs’ destiny Sunday’s loss against Denver was tough to swallow, but it was far from devastating for Kansas City. No one goes into Mile High Stadium expecting to win. If you do, it’s an added bonus. In Kansas City’s case, it means they won’t join the 1972 Miami Dolphins as the only other team to finish the season undefeat-

Inside the Huddle

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ed - no more, no less. The bigger test for the Chiefs will be in seeing how they rebound from their first loss of the season. We can live with one

loss at this point in the season. Back-to-back losses will make things much more interesting in the AFC title picture and in determining who gets the all-important home field advantage for the playoffs. Kansas City’s bounceback game will come against a San Diego team that has struggled more times than not, but are still

very dangerous. If KC can get the win, and Tom Brady continues his domination over Payton Manning this weekend at New England, that will put the Chiefs back on top of Denver by two games. Then if the Chiefs can take care of business against the Broncos the following weekend in Kansas City we can take a stranglehold not only in

the AFC West, but for the conference title. A lot of questions will be answered over the next two weeks. Among those will be if the Chiefs are legitimate contenders for the AFC title. Terrorhead for a Cause The day that KC fans re-established Arrowhead as the loudest stadium in (See DESTINY on page 24)

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inside the numbers

Defensive stand reveals heart of this SCHS squad A lot is said about the players on the field and what they do and don’t do in determining a team’s success. And no one can dispute the head coach’s role in a team’s success. That is certainly true of SCHS head coach Glenn O’Neil and defensive coordinator Jim Turner, but you wouldn’t know it to visit with them. Following Saturday’s win at Conway Springs, Turner’s first comment was, “Visit with the kids. They deserve all the credit.” O’Neil and Turner like to deflect attention from themselves. That’s their nature and that’s a story for another time. But they are quick to give credit to the other coaches on this staff - Brian Gentry, Landon Frank, Josh Burnett and Jorden Funk. Frank, Burnett and Funk are former SCHS players. Only Frank has been a member of the coaching staff for more than two years. Give credit to O’Neil and Turner for their ability to handle the coaching turnover and blend the new coaches into the program. The responsibilities include: Frank: helps with the offensive and linebackers; kickoff and punt units. Gentry: runningbacks and secondary; kickoff and punt returns. “Plus he’s our scout team stud. This week he’s (Bowe) Behymer in practice,” says Turner, referring to Beloit’s outstanding runningback. Burnett: helps with the offensive line and is in charge of defensive tackles. Funk: works with tight ends, receivers and defensive ends. In addition, Gentry, Burnett and Funk helped break down game film for the Lakin and Phillipsburg playoff games when the coaching staff was short on time with three games during a 10-day stretch. “They’ve all been watching film and they bring information to practice,”

Believers O’Neil. “No one figured we could make it this far.” “This was our chance to get revenge for the times we got this far and didn’t win,” adds senior defensive tackle Matthew Tuttle. It’s been pretty remarkable to watch the coaching staff piece together this team and raise their level of play during the course of the season. Yes, a team is expected to get better over the course of nine games, but the Beavers hardly resemble the team that took to the field in the season opener. Even while the Beavers were struggling at times early in the season, they remained confi-

28:16

total time of possession for Conway Springs.

SCHS had the ball for 19:44

54.8

average points per game scored by Beloit

Turner points out. “Everyone sees things differently, so it helps to get different perspectives.” On game nights, Burnett and Funk are on the sideline with O’Neil and Turner. Viewing the game from the press box are Frank and Gentry who have had to assume a larger role in analyzing a game as it’s being played and relaying information to O’Neil and Turner. “In the past they’ve had other coaches ahead of them who assumed that responsibility, but as we got into the season we emphasized to them that they’re a key part of the staff,” explains O’Neil. “For us to be successful they have to be more aggressive and confident in their ability to offer suggestions to Jim and myself. “They’re doing a better job of seeing the big picture from the press box instead of just coaching their individual positions. And they’re looking beyond what’s happening with the ball,” he adds. “Part of growing up as a coach is the ability to look beyond what’s happening around the ball and see what’s happening on the edge of the play and in the second layer of the play.” A Team of No Stars It could be said . . . well, almost . . . that the Beavers are a team of role players. Almost. But one would be hard-pressed to find a group of athletes who better epitomizes the meaning of team. In a sense, it’s that lack of a superstar - or a couple of stars - that may be this team’s strength. When playing Ulysses, you know that

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your defense has to focus on Ian Rudzik. Against Beloit, the focus is on Bowe Behymer. The goal is to limit their impact on the game, which can be easier said than done. But who does the opposition focus on when they play SCHS? In last week’s game against Conway Springs, quarterback Trey O’Neil spread the ball around to six different receivers. Five different players carried the ball. At first glance, there isn’t anyone on the SCHS roster whose stats jump off the page. Senior Brayden Strine (588) has the most receiving yards but Chris Pounds (32) has the most catches. Sophomore Wyatt Kropp has a team high 563 yards rushing and was unheard of at the beginning of the season. Senior Paco Banda has 539 yards rushing, but hasn’t added to that total during the last three games. Those aren’t the numbers that will earn players All-State honors . . . probably not even All-League. There are two things about these statistics which are impressive. First of all, head coach Glenn O’Neil’s ability to find players who can make bigtime plays in big-time situations. Secondly, the Beavers aren’t concerned with individual statistics. It doesn’t matter to this group who, or if, someone has 1,000 yards rushing or 800 yards receiving. It’s that ability to be ready when your name is called, or to find another way to contribute when your name isn’t, that sets championship teams apart from the rest.

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dent. They knew that as players recovered from injuries and others gained experience they would improve. “I knew we would get better, but we’re a much better team than I expected,” admits senior offensive lineman Cole Birney. As for the doubters, that only brought this team closer together. “There are a lot of people who don’t give us enough credit. They don’t think we’re good enough to be here. That motivates us,” says sophomore Wyatt Kropp who didn’t emerge as an offensive threat until the last five games.

Yes, the Beavers have carried a bit of a chip on their shoulders this season. They knew they were being targeted by a lot of teams who felt this was their opportunity to knock Scott City down a notch or two from the unbelievable level of success they’ve enjoyed. It didn’t happen. That’s because the Beavers are about more than one class or one particular group of athletes. These athletes understand they have a great responsibility in maintaining the SCHS tradition. Great coaches are constantly developing players for the fu-

ture and not just living in the success of the moment. “The coaches have instilled the belief in us that we can compete against anyone - countless hours in the weight room, the two-a-days, everything has been leading to this,” says Wyatt Kropp. “You can’t put in the hours we have and not keep working hard to make the most of the situation like this.” A belief in yourself is the intangible that can’t be measured. “Nobody else may believe in us and what we can do, but we believe in each other. That’s all that counts,” says sophomore linebacker Cooper Griffith. That’s enough.

SCHS defense this season; 19 interceptions and 12 fumbles

10.6

points per game allowed by SCHS defense

total offensive yards by Conway Springs in the fourth quarter

7.7

average yards gained on first down for SCHS. The average for Conway Springs was 3.6 yards

successful fourth down conversions by Conway Springs in the second half

SCHS PE dept. sponsors feed The Scott Community High School physical education department is sponsoring a soup supper at the SCHS football field on Sat., Nov. 23, starting at 4:00 p.m. The meal includes a choice of chili or chicken noodle soup and cinnamon roll for $5.

Roberts is top Pigskin winner

Ryan Roberts was the top winner in this week’s Pigskin Payoff with 13 correct picks. He won the tie-breaker over runner-up Adam Wycoff. There was an eight-way tie for second place with 12 correct picks. Steve Fenster won the tiebreaker for third place money. With only two weeks remaining in the contest, Roberts is also the overall leader with 130 points, followed by Tim McGonagle (129), Adam Kadavy (126) and Rick Wright (125).

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Future is bright for young KU squad Before the season began, the anticipation and enthusiasm surrounding the Kansas basketball team had reached new heights. After the Jayhawks defeated highly regarded Duke (9483) in the Champions Classic, KU fans were in a state of euphoria. by KU played Mac better - early Stevenson in the season against a quality opponent than any team in the Bill Self era. Even though they were superb against Duke, there’s plenty of room for improvement. The next test for the Jayhawks will be next weekend in the Battle 4 Atlantis Tournament in Nassau, Bahamas. In the first round, KU plays Wake Forest on Thanksgiving Day. If Kansas defeats Wake Forest, they will play the Villanova-Southern Cal winner on Nov. 29. AXS and NBC Sports Network will televise the games. The championship game will be played Nov. 30. Before the Big 12 season, KU will play road games at Colorado (Dec. 7) and at Florida (Dec. 10). Road games are challenging for young teams and the Jayhawks could suffer an upset on either trip, but that’s doubtful. The guess here is that Kansas will be no worse than 12-1 going into Big 12 play. Center is the only position that could pose an early problem for KU. Tarik Black (6-9, 260) is starting with freshman Joel Embiid (7-0, 250) coming off the bench. That won’t last long. Black isn’t quick enough or explosive enough to hold down the starting spot, but he will supply quality depth in many games. Redshirt-sophomore Landen Lucas (6-10, 240) is likely to take minutes from Black as the season progresses. As for Embiid, the sky’s the limit. If he becomes acclimated quickly to Self’s system and his teammates, then KU will be hard for anyone to beat. (See FUTURE on page 24)

New coach, new philosophy for SC girls When you are inheriting a team that won just three games last year and hasn’t won more than six games in the last three seasons, you start by looking for the little victories. For the Scott Community High School girls, it begins with a squad that includes 23 players. That means the Lady Beavers can play “C” team ball. “The district has already posted the job opening for a coach,” says new head coach Shelby Crawford. “And we’re planning to have a full ‘C’ team schedule. Anything we can do to give our girls more court time is great. “We’ve told the girls that everyone who isn’t a senior can count on getting six quarters on game night.” The good news is that SCHS returns several players who have a lot of varsity experience, including seniors Bailey Nickel, Kelly Wycoff, Holly Wilcoxson and Riley Hawker. They are joined by sophomore Nicole Latta. The next step is for the Lady Beavers to learn yet another system. Unfortunately, that’s the price that is paid when a program is seeing its fourth coach in six years. Crawford is introducing the team to a “read and react offense.” “I don’t feel that set plays are what works best for this group,” he says, having watched them play last year. “I felt they were

Scott City senior Holly Wilcoxson (foreground) and her teammates work on ball handling drills during the opening day of practice this week. (Record Photo)

too stagnant on offense trying to get the ball into the middle to Janessa (Lowenthal).” Scott City doesn’t have the inside height that Lowenthal provided. Crawford is also hoping to get away from a rigid offensive system in “which we seem to have more turnovers than shot attempts.” The “read and react” has multiple layers, with the squad seeing the first layer this week. There are up to 20 layers in the offense, says Crawford. He expects to introduce about 10 of

them this season. “It’s a simple offense to teach, but impossible to scout,” he says. “But it’s not as random as it looks.” “We’ll space people and try to move them to death. Our strength is quickness. We have to take advantage of that.” Finding some offense from a team that struggled to put points on the board will be the first order of business. The goal will be to get players into scoring position from 15-feet and closer since the

Lady Beavers presently lack an outside scoring threat. “We’ll need to create scoring opportunities through movement and screens,” Crawford says. “What’s great about this offense is that we can run it against either zone or man-toman.” The Lady Beavers will have a mix of four defenses, but the emphasis will be on man-toman. “We have to control the middle against bigger teams,” adds Crawford.

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Scott Community High School • Class 3A Sectional Champions

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of total offense in the final 12 minutes. Despite having a 335-188 advantage in total offense, the Beavers were unable to put this game away until scoring the final touchdown with 5:00 remaining. Establish Run Game While undersized, the Beavers dominated the line of scrimmage and the ground game early and appeared like they might be able to seize control of this game. The Beavers needed just six plays to cover 38 yards on the opening series, which ended with a fumble after an eight yard pass reception. Faced with third-and-two on the possession that followed, Conway Springs opted for a rare punt - one of only two on the day - but the decision looked like it would pay off when the ball rolled dead at the one yard line. It may be debated whether the drive that followed was Scott City’s best of the season - but there’s no debate about it being the longest. On second down from the four yard line, Wyatt Kropp busted loose for a 55 yard run that put the ball at the Cardinals 41. Five plays later, when faced with fourth-and-five, O’Neil completed a 16 yard pass to tight end Warren Kropp that kept the drive alive at the five yard line. Three plays later, O’Neil was able to power his way into the end zone from three yards out and SCHS owned a 7-0 lead. “We were just looking for some breathing room but we got lucky and made a big play,” says Wyatt Kropp after the poor starting field position. “Brayden (Strine) and Sloan (Baker) made two huge blocks on the edge and that created the lane I needed. Almost anybody could have made those runs, so I have to give credit to my blockers.” Head coach Glenn O’Neil said they put a wrinkle into their offense which seemed to open some running lanes. “We ran a new set which (Conway) hadn’t seen which was probably an advantage on the sweeps. Once we hit a couple of the outside runs the offtackle runs opened up a little better than we imagined,” says O’Neil. Defensive Stop Conway Springs began to find some success on their next possession, moving the ball to the 26 yard line before they were stopped for losses on two consecutive downs - the last a two yard loss on a tackle by inside linebacker Cooper Griffith - giving the ball back to Scott

SCHS junior quarterback Trey O’Neil pushes his way into the end zone on a three yard touchdown run during sectional playoff action at Conway Springs. (Record Photo)

City at their own 29. A three-and-out punt by Scott City gave the ball back to the Cardinals at their own 35 when they put together their only scoring drive of the game. The drive included a pair of fourth down conversions - the first one good for a four yard gain at the SCHS 26. With a first down at the five yard line, the Cardinals needed four more plays before Luke Fisher was able to squeeze into the end zone from one yard out with just 1:16 left in the half. That was more than enough time for Scott City. Starting from their own 28, Warren Kropp slipped behind the defense and hauled in a perfect over-the-shoulder pass from O’Neil, juggling the ball briefly before gaining control and eventually being dragged down at the 14 yard line. Scott City was then pushed back to the 27 yard line on an intentional grounding call, but on the next play O’Neil tossed a completion to Sloan Baker who outleaped the defender in front of him and landed in the end zone with the go-ahead touchdown with 31 seconds left in the half. In just three plays they had regained the lead and would never trail again. The touchdown - and the shift in momentum - were huge for the SCHS defense which seemingly spent the entire third quarter on the field. Conway Springs had offensive drives of eight and 10 plays in the third period but were unable to con-

vert either into points.

to chuck it up there and let him make a play. I knew that’s where he was supposed to be. Chris went up and caught one for me last week, so I wanted to give him another one,” said the junior with a big grin following the game. “That’s timing and a lot of reps in practice and having faith in your receivers.” The touchdown with just five minutes remaining all but sealed a 20-7 win. Conway’s slim hopes ended four plays later when the SCHS defense held on four-and-two the third time in the final period that they had stopped a fourth down attempt by the Cardinals. Scott City was able to keep the ball on the ground and run out the remaining 2:52 on the clock. “Our line and our linebackers deserve a lot of credit. They really stepped up and played a great game against one of the best teams in the state,” says T. O’Neil after the defense limited the Cardinals to 202 total yards - 194 yards rushing - both season lows. “That gave us an idea of what we can expect this week against Beloit.” At the same time, the Beavers continue to show their diversity in running and passing the ball. Five different players carried the ball and six were on the receiving end of passes, led by Warren Kropp with 74 yards on two receptions.

Fourth Down Stops After getting the ball back on downs at their own 35 yard line to start the fourth quarter, Scott City’s second fumble of the game gave Conway Springs excellent starting field position at the Beavers’ 34. However, in a very uncharacteristic series for the Cardinals they were limited to just one yard on the first play and then threw three incomplete passes. “It may have been a little frustration getting away from what they normally want to do on second down,” says Coach O’Neil. “Maybe on second down you take a chance by throwing the ball. Once you have the incompletion on second down you’re almost forced into throwing the ball on third and fourth downs.” When Scott City regained possession of the ball, back-toback gains of 12 and 16 yards allowed the Beavers to pin the ball at the Cardinals 14 yard line with a punt. On the next play, Conway Springs quarterback Dakota Finstad looked deep and the pass was picked off by free safety O’Neil at the Conway 34. Five plays later, O’Neil connected with Chris Pounds in the end zone on a 19 yard pass in which he never saw the intended receiver. Pounds pulled down the ball after it sailed beyond the reach of two defenders. Scoring “There was pressure com- First Quarter: ing off the outside. I just had SC: Trey O’Neil, 3 yds. (Tre

Stewart kick). 3:31 Second Quarter: SC: Luke Fisher, 1 yd. (kick good). 1:16 SC: O’Neil to Sloan Baker, 27 yds. (Stewart kick). :31 Fourth Quarter: SC: O’Neil to Chris Pounds, 19 yds. (kick fail). 5:00 Game Statistics Rushing Scott City: Wyatt Kropp 15136, O’Neil 4-25, Baker 4-20, Chantz Yager 4-10, Strine 2-4. Total: 195 Conway Sp.: Travis Wood 24-82, Luke Fisher 15-72, Alec Stanley 4-36, Alex Gillespie 1-6, Dakota Finstad 6-4. Total: 182 Passing Scott City: Trey O’Neil 8-140, 140 yds., 2 TDs; Brett Meyer 0-1-0, 0 yds. Conway Sp.: Finstad 1-5-1, 6 yds.; Josh Dugan 0-1-0, 0 yds. Receiving Scott City: Warren Kropp 3-82, Baker 1-27, Pounds 1-19, Strine 1-7, Yager 1-7, Wyatt Kropp 1/-2 Defense Scott City: Cooper Griffith, 15 tackles (5 solo); Warren Kropp, 11 tackles (4 solo); O’Neil, 11 tackles, 4 solo; Strine, 9 tackles (2 solo); Baker, 9 tackles (0 solo); Pounds, 7 tackles (3 solo); Paco Banda, 7 tackles (2 solo)

Skunk I know another taxidermist who has a stuffed skunk mounted on top of a radio controlled car body so he can “drive” it around the room at will. When he goes to shows he keeps it hidden under the table, then suddenly runs it out through the crowd. I honestly think a fire alarm would get less attention. I’ve had some interesting adventures involving skunks in traps. Looking back, I can call them interesting now, but at the time my descriptions were slightly different. Skunks are fairly laid back critters and, if caught in an enclosed or covered cage trap, can usually be carted away in the trap and unceremoniously dumped somewhere without incident. Some years ago as a new trapper I caught one in a large cage trap set for bobcats, possibly a first for both me and the skunk. As I slowly approached

Future Joel Embiid has shown encouraging progress after just four games and he could become one of the best centers in the nation. Sophomores Perry Ellis (6-8, 225) and Jamari Traylor (6-8, 220) have been terrific at power forward and they will often combine in the low post. Kansas is well-fortified in the pivot on offense and defense. Junior Naadir Tharpe (5-11, 170) and freshman Frank Mason (5-11, 185) are playing well at point guard. Mason had a sensational game against Duke. Freshman Wayne Selden (6-5, 230) is firmly established at shooting guard. He played like a seasoned veteran against Duke. Freshman Conner Frankamp (6-0, 165) will earn some playing time as he becomes familiar with college play. He’s a dead-

Pigskin Payoff Week 11 TieBreak Ryan Roberts 44 Adam Wycoff 59 Steve Fenster 42 Rick Wright 27 Larry White 59 Chris Crocker 38 Walter Johnson 46 First State Bank 47 Gary Tucker 38 Jason Storm 59

Correct 13 13 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12

Overall Total Ryan Roberts Tim McGonagle Adam Kadavy Rick Wright Chris Crocker Bary Switzer Steve Fenster Walter Johnson First State Bank

130 129 126 125 124 124 122 121 121

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the cage, the silly thing ran to the back and began an acrobatics display fit for a circus. First up one side, across the back by its front claws then down the other side it went, twirling like a little black and white ballerina. With great effort and a long stick I got the cage door propped open, then turned and ran cause’ I knew Pepe’ would be charging the open door for his freedom. At a safe distance I turned to watch, and there it still hung like Spiderman on the inside of the cage. My next plan involved rushing the cage, arms flailing and shouting at the top of my lungs, hoping to scare the critter out the open door. It didn’t take me long to see how this could turn disastrous and the maneuver was called off in midcharge. I had other traps to check, so I opted to leave for awhile, then just stop

on my way back through and reset the trap after Pepe’ had vamoosed. A half hour later I found it still in the trap, curled up in a fuzzy little black and white ball in the back corner of the cage. I finally just left and the thing vanished sometime over night. My latest encounter was last season. A short distance from town I had a large skunk caught in a foothold coyote trap. Despite most people’s thinking, foothold traps usually cause a critter no more than a sore foot for awhile, but this skunk appeared to be stone cold dead. I stood and marveled at its beautiful silky fur as it rippled in the wind, and tried to figure what had caused its demise. It had the trap completely covered so I needed to push it aside to remove it and prepare it for the fencerow. Like I said before, both the skunk and the trap

were going to stink already, and not anxious to drive home again in my stocking feet, I found a nice sturdy stick to roll it out of the way. I don’t know who was most surprised, the sleeping skunk when I poked it with the stick or me when it suddenly jumped to its feet! This encounter did not end in disaster (for me) but it gave new meaning to the old cliché’ “Things are not always as they seem.” I’ve never understood how the term “skunked” came to mean basically getting nothing, as in getting “skunked” on a fishing trip. But if you ever get “skunked” by messing with one, I guarantee you’ll get way more than nothing! Continue to Explore Kansas Outdoors! Steve can be contacted by email at stevegilliland@idkcom.net

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ly three-point shooter. Coach Self has a surplus of riches at small forward: freshmen Andrew Wiggins (6-8, 200) and Brannen Green (6-7, 215) and sophomore Andrew White (6-6, 220) provide skill and depth. Wiggins is already the best in the nation at small forward. KU will be one of the five best teams in college basketball, barring serious injuries. How soon the Jayhawks become a powerhouse depends on how quickly Embiid develops his skills. That could be soon. KSU Bowl Bound Kansas State’s football team is going to their fourth consecutive bowl game. The Wildcats improved their record to 6-4 by beating TCU (33-31). This season’s team represents another amazing turnaround by K-State’s

iconic coach, Bill Snyder. After a slow start, the Wildcats are playing their best football of the season. After the TCU win, Snyder said, “The bottom line is, we didn’t play nearly as well as I’d like for us to play, but we played well enough to win. Those are things we’ll address on Monday. I want the guys to enjoy the fact that they won another ball game.” K-State plays at home against Oklahoma this Saturday and then closes the regular season at Kansas on Nov. 30. The game with OU presents preparation problems for both coaches since neither team has much to play for. K-State and OU will be in bowl games and neither is contending for national honors. Kansas snapped a 27game losing streak in Big 12 play with a 31-19 win over West Virginia. It was

a vital victory. Afterwards, Coach Charlie Weis said, “Let’s start with the kids who have been here five years and gone through multiple coaches and everything with that . . . they’re the ones that you feel best for. But I also feel good for all our students and fans that endured those losses.” The Jayhawks’ win took immense pressure off Weis and his coaching staff. It also increased their chance of landing an exceptional recruiting class for 2014. KU plays Iowa State at Ames this Saturday and could erase another negative streak with their first Big 12 road win since Nov. 8, 2008, at Nebraska.

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the world did more than put us in the “Guinness Book of World Records.” It’s helping us to do good things for a lot of youngsters in the Kansas City area. We have printed up t-shirts, sweatshirts and hoodies commemorating “Terrorhead Returns” that are being sold throughout the Kansas City area and at selected locations in Kansas (including Lawrence Realty in Scott City). Sales of these shirts are benefitting six non-profit organizations: •Dwayne Bowe Foundation (which assists grandparents who are raising their grandchildren). •Derrick Thomas Academy in which 58 kids are adopted each year (this is the 23rd year). Not one inner city child who has gone through this program has committed a felony. •First Down for Downs Syndrome. •Local military veterans. •Two animal shelters. •Priest Holmes Foundation which provides scholarships to inner city youth. Setting the noise record for a stadium was unbelievable, but making a difference in the lives of kids, veterans and for abandoned animals is even better yet. Remember Terrorhead and make a difference. The X Factor (Ty Rowton) is a former Scott City resident who has been inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame as a Chiefs Superfan

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Security State Bank President Duane Ramsey presents a $675 check to SCHS Principal Shelly Turner. (Record Photo)

SSB donates $1,766 to SCHS For the past 16 years, the employees of Security State Bank, Scott City, have sponsored a hamburger feed during the Scott Community High School football game. This year, the bank presented $500 to the Scott Community Foundation Campaign Fund on behalf of Neil and Jenny Rose.

Despite a bitterly cold night, the bank still raised $675 from the sale of hamburgers. Those proceeds were donated to the SCHS activity fund. Because sales were less than anticipated, SSB donated $591 in the food that was left over to the

SCHS debate team for their hamburger feed the following week. Since 1998, SSB has SCMS seventh grader Aly Tarango tries to score with a putback against donated $25,190 to the Ulysses on Tuesday afternoon. (Record Photo) high school activity fund. This year’s total donation was $1,766, with $500 to the Community Led by 10 points from Ulysses won the “B” Jera Drohman gave the Foundation and the balteam game, 17-6. Lady Bluejays a brief 2-0 Bailey Latta, the Scott ance to the high school. City Middle School Emily Smith and lead, but the rest of the eighth grade girls ripped Trenedy Beaton each game was dominated by Ulysses. Ulysses, 23-13, on the scored two points. By the time SCMS home floor last Thursday. (USFWS) will announce scored again after a 12 The Lady Bluejays 7th Grade Falls next spring whether relied on their defense to The SCMS seventh minute drought they were or not the lesser prairie build a 12-4 halftime lead. grade girls scored first, trailing, 22-4, early in the chicken will be added Kaitlyn Roberts added but they didn’t score often second half. to the Threatened and Drohman, Aly Tarango eight points and Jalynn enough in a 36-6 loss to Endangered Species List. Habiger finished with Ulysses on the home court and Aspen Nix each had a To address habitat lossbasket for SCMS. three. Tuesday. es, wildlife agencies in the five states formed a working group that collaborated with the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies to develop a comprehensive management plan. State biologists hope the plan will dissuade the USFWS from listing the lesser prairie chicken, allowing state agencies to implement a variety of private land habitat enhancement programs designed to benefit lesser chickens.

Prairie chickens are unique game

What may be the most unique upland bird hunting opportunity in North America is underway in Kansas. The 2013 regular prairie chicken season opened Nov. 16 and runs through Jan. 31 in the northwest and east units. It ends Dec. 31 in the southwest unit. Kansas is home to lesser and greater prairie chickens, both iconic prairie grouse species of the Midwest grasslands. In Kansas, the more numerous greater prairie chicken inhabits the tallgrass prairie of the Flint Hills, in east-central Kansas, and mixed grass prairies of the Smoky

Hills, in northcentral and northwest Kansas. Less than four percent of the 400,000 square miles of tallgrass prairie that once covered North America still remain, and two-thirds of that is in the Kansas region known as the Flint Hills. The more rare lesser prairie chicken inhabits the shortgrass prairies of southwest Kansas. Because of habitat loss and population declines in four other states where lesser prairie chickens exist (Colorado, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas), Kansas is the only state where lesser prairie chickens can be hunted. In fact, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

8th grade girls top Ulysses, 23-13

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Scott City Season Stats Player Trey O’Neil

Brett Meyer

Player Brayden Strine

Quarterback

Comp. Att 84 146 26

TD 5

188

15.7

436 211

Runningbacks

13.6 12.4

6 2

Car. 82

Yds. 563

YPC 6.9

YPG 46.9

TD 5

57 64

316 282

5.5 4.4

28.7 25.3

6 3

Wyatt Kropp

30.6

Chantz Yager

Player

367

YPC 20.3

113

Brayden Strine

Yards 588

Paco Banda

Player

Yds. YPG 1,300 118.2

Rec. 29 32 17

Warren Kropp

Martin Gough Brayden Strine

Int. 5

Receivers

Chris Pounds Chantz Yager

Player Wyatt Kropp

TD 13

539

260

Punt Returns Car. Yds. 11

116

Kickoff Returns Car. 6

Beloit The Trojans would tack on another score later after Holcomb mishandled an onside kick. “It seems they’re returning a punt or a kickoff for a touchdown every two or three games,” says O’Neil. Last year, in order to limit Behymer’s return yards, the Beavers would kick the ball to selected spots on the field. Even then, Behymer was able to return the ball beyond the 50 yard line on two occasions. “You want to keep the ball away from Behymer, but also pin them inside their 35 yard line,” says O’Neil. Once they get their offense on the field, Beloit turns to their running game which is led by Behymer who has rushed for 25 touchdowns and nearly 1,800 yards. Runningback Tanner Niemczyk (5-10, 160, sr.) has more than 1,000 yards rushing. “We saw it against Phillipsburg and we’ll see it against Beloit, when their wingbacks break into the

Yds. 142

4.8

6.0

59.9

21.7

Avg.

Long

Avg.

Long

11.6

23.7

SCHS junior Sloan Baker (right) and Brayden Strine celebrate after Baker’s touchdown catch just before halftime that gave the Beavers a 14-7 lead over Conway Springs. (Record Photo)

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secondary they’re tough to catch,” O’Neil says. At the same time, they aren’t quite as one-dimensional as they were a year ago. Senior quarterback Payton Vetter (6-2, 190) is a dual threat with over 1,000 yards passing and nearly 850 rushing. “They are throwing a little more than we saw last year,” says defensive coordinator Jim Turner. “They like to hit the fullback in the flats or go deep.” While the emphasis, regardless of opponent, is to play physical and know your responsibility, Beloit also requires another dimension of mental toughness. “There is no three-andout with them,” Turner says. “You have to change your mentality, knowing that most of the time they’re going for it on fourth down.”

Their top returning starter on the line is senior Bryce Black (ORG, DE, 5-11, 275). Both sides of the line are anchored by junior Elliot Kimminau (center, noseguard, 6-2, 285). Playing opposite Black on the weak side of the defensive line is junior RJ Jackson (6-3, 205). Those three are the strength of the defense, along with inside linebacker Behymer. Vetter, a three-year defensive starter, is the safety. Niemczyk is the only returning starter in the secondary who plays on the outside since Behymer has been moved to ILB. “The kids they lost were big, physical boys and they’ve been replaced with boys who are smaller, but seem quicker. They are still an aggressive unit,” O’Neil says. Because they cover up so many offensive linemen with their 10-man front, the Trojans make it Smaller, Quicker Line difficult to establish runThe Trojans have been ning lanes. forced to downsize their “The inside linebacker line this year due to gradu- is unaccounted for beation. cause he’s covered up by

his tackle and noseguard. It’s really tough to get to him and he’s a heck of an athlete anyway,” says the head coach. On the offensive side of the ball, the Trojans do a good job of firing off the line. “They are going to keep coming at your defensive tackle. If our tackle and defensive end are getting blown out we’re in trouble,” says Turner. Establish the Run The Beavers have seen a similar defensive front against Abilene and Goodland this season. In the season opener against Abilene, Scott City had 222 yards passing in the first half, which forced the Cowboys out of their 10man front. SCHS countered with 198 yards rushing in the second half. That’s not necessarily the game plan against Beloit. “We need to establish our running game early,” says O’Neil. “Beloit wants people to abandon the run early and then, once they’ve fallen behind, get

forced into throwing the ball more.” Sedgwick was able to jump out to a 28-14 first half lead on the Trojans with three touchdown passes covering 77, 65 and 57 yards. Likewise, SCHS quarterback Trey O’Neil (1,300 yards, 13 TDs) isn’t afraid to throw the ball to a number of very capable receivers, including senior Brayden Strine (546 yards, 9 TDs) and senior Chris Pounds (436 yards, 6 TDs). But that’s not Scott City’s first line of attack. A physical running attack has been Scott City’s trademark and that will be the mindset on Saturday. Senior fullback Paco Banda (539 yards, 9 TDs) had been the team’s leading rusher throughout the season until he was sidelined for two games and then was limited to defensive duties last week against Conway Springs. In his place, sophomore Wyatt Kropp has emerged as an offensive workhorse, leading the team with 563 yards rushing.

Kropp has collected 304 yards in the last three playoff games, averaging 6.3 yards per carry. During that same playoff run, the Beavers have had 687 yards rushing and 423 yards passing. “For us to be successful we have to do what we’ve done the past three or four games, to mix in our run and pass. We need to run the ball effectively for three to five yards, hopefully break a few runs longer than that and then pass when we want to, not when we have to,” O’Neil says. “If you’re throwing the ball when you have to, that’s when they bring the extra player who’s unaccounted for and try to pressure you into making mistakes.” Even though SCHS is allowing just 6.1 points per game over the last eight games, O’Neil wouldn’t be surprised if Saturday’s contest turns “into somewhat of a shootout. I can see it being similar to last year with both teams scoring in the high 20s or low 30s - at the lowest.”

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3A Sectional Champions

Scott Community High School Beavers Sub-State Playoff

Beloit 12-0

Scott City 11-1

Saturday, Nov. 23 • Kickoff at 6:00 p.m. • Darner Field, Scott City Gates open at 4:00 p.m. • No reserved seating

Backing the Beavers during another great season!

Good luck in your quest for another state championship

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who are these guys? Defense at the heart of Scott City’s return to the Final 4 Looking through the long tradition of Scott Community High School football, one will find a common thread. Hard-nosed, physical defense. The Beavers have put some great offensive teams on the field, but year in and year out, defense has been the cornerstone of their success. This year’s edition is no exception . . . though that wasn’t the case when the season began. As head coach Glenn O’Neil says, “Once you have a chance to see yourself on film, you’re never as good as you think you are or as bad as you think you were.” And while the SCHS defense wasn’t bad in winning their first three games of the season, they weren’t the same type of team that fans had become accustomed to seeing. Of course, that was no surprise considering the huge changeover with only two returning starters. There was uncertainty by players on the field which meant they were often times a step behind where they wanted to be. It also meant they were less physical. “Before the start of the year we had a lot of questions about who would be starting where,” says defensive coordinator Jim Turner. “We felt they had the potential to be pretty good but, just like with any group of players, you go through a process where everyone has to understand their responsibilities. It took us a little while to figure that out.” A 25-6 loss to Ulysses in week four - which ended a 17 game winning streak - was a wakeup call for the Beavers. “A lot of times you hear about a loss being good for a team. That was definitely good for us in the long run,” says Turner. The turnaround was evident the following week when the Beavers rolled to a 28-0 win over a senior-laden Hugoton team. While they took a step back in a 28-14 win over Goodland the following week, the defense has been on a roll since. Over the past eight games they have held opponents to an average of 6.1 points. “A lot of that comes with consistency in who’s on the field,” says head coach Glenn O’Neil. And you can’t overlook the role an improving offense has played. “Any time your offense is playing better, and not having three-and outs, that means your defense isn’t put out there in so many tough situations,” says O’Neil. A Matter of ART Year in and year out, the coaching staff preach-

es ART - Alignment, Responsibility and Technique. The players will hear that repeated often, whether they are a rookie or a seasoned starter. “You have to be smart, physical and disciplined,” says Turner. “Defense comes down to teamwork and everyone doing their job,” adds senior inside linebacker Paco Banda who finally returned to the lineup against Conway Springs after missing two games due to injury. Aggressive play is another key ingredient in the team’s success. That was critical last week against Conway Springs and will be a point of emphasis when the Beavers face Beloit this weekend. When the Cardinals were able to put together their only scoring drive late in the second quarter it’s because the defense was slow to react. “We weren’t playing downhill in the first half,” says sophomore linebacker Cooper Griffith. “In the second half we started making our reads quicker. We were able to fill the holes and stop the isos.” In addition, he and Banda played about two feet deeper off the line. “Paco and I took a step back so we weren’t getting caught up inside so much,” Griffith says. “All week, the coaches said it was up to the defensive line to control things up front. Even though Conway was big, we had to play bigger. We had to blow up their plays and control the line,” says defensive tackle Matthew Tuttle. There’s no doubt the defensive line is hearing the same speech this week. And Scott City’s No-Name Defense is continuing to make a name for itself one win at a time. (Top) The SCHS defense celebrates after making a fourth-down stop in the fourth quarter of their sectional playoff game against Conway Springs. (Above) Senior defensive end Warren Kropp tries to knock down a pass attempt by quarterback Dakota Finstad. (Left) Junior defensive back Brett Meyer tackles Alec Brozovich behind the line of scrimmage. (Record Photos)

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4-H Achievements

Youth, adults honored for community, volunteer work

Scott County 4-Hers and adult leaders were honored during the annual 4-H Achievement Banquet held Nov. 4 at the Wm. Carpenter 4-H Building. Among the top youth honorees were MariKate Crouch and Steven Fisher, recipients of the Wm. Carpenter 4-H Watch Awards. This honor is presented to 4-Hers who have excelled in citizenship and leadership. “This an award that all 4-Hers strive to earn,” said Dorothy Hutchins who sponsors the annual award. “It recognizes those 4-Hers who have made a difference in their club, their school and their community.” Key Award winners were MariKate Crouch, Aubrey Davis, Steven Fisher and Luke Minnix. “Friends of 4-H” recognized for their long-time sponsorship of the program were John Fairleigh (Fairleigh Companies) and Royal Beef Feeders. “We’re fortunate to have so many individuals and businesses who make the Scott County 4-H program one of the best in Kansas,” said Extension Agent John Beckman. Former 4-Hers who were the recipients of the “Alumni Award” were Joy Cole and Don Scott. Cole grew up as a 4-Her in the Modoc area and has continued being an active supporter of 4-H horse projects. She was one of the original members when fundraising and construction began for the indoor arena. Scott has served in various leadership positions with the 4-H Council and on the council’s executive board, in addition to assisting with livestock projects at the fair. The “4-H Volunteer Appreciation Award” was presented to Kay Schmitt and Sheri Scott. Schmitt is a former community leader for the Manning Jayhawkers 4-H Club and has been a long-time foods superintendent at the fair. Scott has served in many leadership positions at the county level and has also been a foods superintendent. The Extension Appreciation Award went to Mark and Anne Lampe who have volunteered many hours to 4-H, particularly the beef projects. Other award winners include: Achievement Pins Member Pins: Houston Frank, Eva Kliesen, Kate Rogers, Brinlie Stevens. Bronze Pins: Alivia Noll, Eric Shapland, Brooke Strine, Annie Talbert, Hannah Tucker, Hope Wiechman. Clover Pins: Colton Cupp, Aden Frederick, Lance Miller, Chelsie Rose, Claire Rumford, Sawyer Stevens. Emerald Pins: Connor Cupp,

Adult volunteers and leaders recognized by the Scott County 4-H program are (from left) Joy Cole, Sheri and Don Scott, Kay Schmitt, John Fairleigh and Anne and Mark Lampe. (Record Photo)

Scott County 4-H youth (right) who were major award winners at the Achievement Banquet are (from left) Aubrey Davis, Steven Fisher and MariKate Crouch. (Record Photo)

Madison Shapland, Landon Trout. Silver Pins: Jera Drohman, Dylee Trout, Makaela Stevens, Alyssa Storm. Silver Guard Pins: Chaseton Cupp, Trella Davis, Emily Glenn, Kodi Rogers, Eddie Tilton, Hallie Wiechman. Leadership Pins: Rachel Fisher, Karlee Logan, Dallie Metheney, Chase Rumford, Nick Storm, Megan Thornburg, Kylee Trout. Gold Pins: KelsiJo Crouch, Macy Davis, Jennie Erven, Asher Huck, Keldon Landgraf, Trace Mulligan, Emma Price, Melanie Tilton. Gold Guard Pins: Anna Miller, Addison Price, Christina Tilton. Key Awards: MariKate Crouch, Aubrey Davis, Steven Fisher, Luke Minnix. Judging Teams Livestock: Emily Hall, Trace Mulligan, Baron Strine, Emily Glenn. Meats: Macy Davis, Emily Glenn, Emily Hall, Trella Davis.

Top Jr. Consumer: Aden Frederick, Alivia Noll, Avry Noll. KSF Inter. Consumer: Trella Davis, Rachel Fisher, Emily Glenn, Makaela Stevens. KSF Sr. Consumer: Rachel Anliker, KelsiJo Crouch, Macy Davis, Steven Fisher. KSF Inter. Photo Judging: Chaseton Cupp. KSF Sr. Photo Judging: Addison Price, Christina Tilton, Melanie Tilton. Camp Counselors: Cole Allen, Haley Allen, KelsiJo Crouch, Macy Davis, Jennie Erven, Lane Freese, Emily Hall, Chelsi Hess, Asher Huck, Keldon Landgraf, Anna Miller, Luke Minnix, Addison Price, Emma Price, Christina Tilton, Jamie Tilton, Melanie Tilton. 2013 4-H Seniors: Jenee’ Davis, Lane Freese, Maris Griffith, Tyler Hall, Chelsi Hess, Danielle Hutton, Keldon Landgraf, Luke Minnix, Collin Ratzlaff, Kiersten Scott, Jamie Tilton, Kalie Turley, Justin Unruh, Colten Yager. Club Seals Purple Seals: Country Cous-

ins, Lake Wide Awake, Manning Jayhawkers, New Horizons, Pioneers. Blue Award: Rising Stars Electricity Awards Phase 1: Connor Cupp, Gui Griffith, Nathan Smith. Phase 2: Chaseton Cupp, Colton Cupp, Aden Frederick, Nash Nowak, Nathan Nowak. Phase 3: Sawyer Stevens. Phase 4: Luke Minnix. Year Awards 11 Year Awards: Jenee’ Davis, Maris Griffith, Luke Minnix, Collin Ratzlaff, Jamie Tilton, Kalie Turley. 12 Year Awards: Lane Freese, Chelsi Hess, Kiersten Scott. Friends of 4-H Fairleigh Corporation, Royal Beef. 4-H Alumni Award Joy Cole, Don Scott 4-H Volunteer Award Kay Schmitt and Sheri Scott. Extension Appreciation Award Mark and Anne Lampe Wm. Carpenter 4-H Watch Award MariKate Crouch and Steven Fisher

Horse Awards First Year Recognition: Paige Hoelting, Olivia Prieto, Nick Storm, Megan Vance. Level 3 Award: Anna Miller. Historian Award Danielle Hutton, Country Cousins 4-H Club. Secretary Award Addison Price, Pioneer 4-H Club. Reporter Award Katie Nowak, Pioneer 4-H Club. Treasurer Award Danean Metheney, Pioneer 4-H Club. Larry Hendrix Aubrey Davis and Macy Davis. I Dare You Award MariKate Crouch, Aubrey Davis. 4-H Foundation Trip Winners Denver Education Trip: KelsiJo Crouch, Macy Davis, Addison Price, Emma Price, Eddie Tilton. National Western 4-H Roundup: Jennie Erven, Danean Metheney, Christina Tilton and Melanie Tilton.

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Farm

Payment reductions are due to sequester

USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) reminds farmers and ranchers who participate in FSA programs to plan accordingly in FY2014 for automatic spending reductions known as “sequestration.” For mandatory programs, the sequestration rate for FY2014 is 7.2%. Accordingly, FSA is implementing sequestration for the following programs: Dairy Indemnity Payment Program; Marketing Assistance Loans; Loan Deficiency Payments; Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program; 2013 Direct and Counter-Cyclical Payments; 2013 Average Crop Revenue Election Program; 2011 and 2012 Supplemental Revenue Assistance Program; and Storage, handling; among others. Conservation Reserve Program payments are specifically exempt by statute from sequestration. The sequester percentages reflect current law estimates. However with the continuing budget uncertainty, Congress still may adjust the exact percentage reduction. This announcement intends to help producers plan for the impact of sequestration cuts in FY2014. At this time, FSA is required to implement the sequester reductions. Due to the expiration of the Farm Bill on September 30, FSA does not have the flexibility to cover these payment reductions in the same manner as in FY13. FSA will provide notification as early as practicable on the specific payment reductions.

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Storage method can reduce losses in large, round bales With the high price of hay in recent years, producers should do everything they can to protect their investment. One thing producers should look at in particular is their method of storing large round bales, said Doo-Hong Min, K-State Extension crops and soils specialist. Large round bales are more susceptible to storage losses than small rect-

angular bales when stored outdoors, he said. “Much of the dry matter loss with outdoor storage is associated with microbial respiration under optimal moisture, temperature, and nutrient condition for microbes,” said Min, who is a Kansas State University agronomist based at the K-State Southwest Extension site in Garden City. The following are ways

producers can minimize loss when large round bales are stored outside: •Maintain good bale density. One of the most important ways to reduce round bale loss is to tighten the outer layer of bale. If the bale is not tight enough, microbes are going to use oxygen to break down the bale using moisture and nutrients. If you can depress the surface more than a half

inch, the round bale could experience significant loss when placed outside and unprotected. It’s recommended to have a minimum density of 10 pounds of hay per cubic foot. •Use covers on the bales. Round bales stored outside and covered with either plastic or canvas generally experience much less deterioration (See BALES on page 31)

A new, higher plateau for corn prices According to the new plateau or new price era hypothesis, the season average prices of corn paid to farmers which broke the $4 per bushel price barrier in the 2007 crop year will now average, or plateau, at about $4.50 per bushel, largely due to the growth of the corn-forethanol market and other

demand increases. Corn used for ethanol increased from 2.1 billion bushels in 2005 when the price was $2 to the five billion bushel level in 2010. To provide some historical context, during the period right after WWII through 1972, the season average price of

corn ranged between $1 and $1.66, depending mostly on the level of the announced loan rate. 1972 saw the beginning of a 10-year period of increasing exports as corn prices doubled to over $2 per bushel where it remained for all but six years between 1973 and 2006. In addition to the

ongoing upward shifts in demand, those expecting a new price era for major agricultural crops also point to the increased production costs of recent years as another reason that annual prices will average well above earlier price plateaus. (See PLATEAU on page 31)

SNAP cuts are not good for animal ag The largest cuts in the history of USDA’s food stamp program (the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) have taken place largely under the media radar. The impact won’t be a positive one for animal agriculture. The cuts went into

ag commentary Dan Murphy

contributing columnist

Drovers CattleNetwork

effect on Nov. 1, when Congress allowed the increase built into the 2009 economic stimulus bill to expire. The reduc-

tions, which total about $5 billion, have affected some 47 million people who receive assistance from the SNAP program. That’s 1-in-7 Americans, more than half of whom, by the best estimates, are working the equivalent of a full-time job, although their incomes qualify

Farm bill a victim of partisan politics John Schlageck Kansas Farm Bureau

To say the farm bill has moved like molasses through Congress the past three years is a gross understatement. This branch of our federal government continues to be mired in the mud of partisan politics. Congress seems hell-bent on infighting while this nation’s business is left undone. Kansans and other farm-state lawmakers are urging their colleagues to look back to more bipartisan times and do something Congress hasn’t done much of lately - pass a major piece of legislation. Farm country needs a farm bill and we could have used it yesterday. Kansas farmers and ranchers need the certainty of a completed farm bill in order to make business decisions for next year, says Kansas Farm Bureau President Steve Baccus, an Ottawa County farmer. A strong, affordable crop insurance safety net will help producers develop individual risk management plans, he adds. Reauthorizing livestock disaster programs will protect Kansas ranchers from catastrophic losses such as those suffered by South Dakota ranchers after the recent blizzard. Baccus urged Congress to fund all titles in the new farm bill to avoid abandoning important conservation, research and trade programs to the mercy of the appropriations process. He also called on lawmakers to preserve traditional rural-urban cooperation on nutrition issues. “A farm bill without a meaningful nutrition title will make it difficult, if not impossible, for the House and Senate to reach agreement on a bill

that can be signed by the President,” Baccus said. Seems the main challenge in arriving at a new farm bill is the differences on food stamps, officially called the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The House has passed legislation to slash approximately $40 billion annually, or about five percent including changes in eligibility and work requirements. The Senate wants to cut a much smaller $4 billion. SNAP funding has more than doubled during the past five years as the nation’s economy struggled. Democrats contend it is working as intended, providing food to those in need when times are tough. Republicans believe it should be focused on the neediest people. Few Americans know that 75 percent of the farm bill is actually helping feed folks who need nutrition assistance. Let me repeat, 75 percent of this bill goes to feed hungry people. Most of the current law’s ag provisions expired in September. If we don’t have a farm bill by 2014 and Congress allows dairy supports to expire, 1930s and 1940s-era farm law would kick in. Some estimates conclude the government will then pay up to four times more for dairy products. If that scenario plays out, many farmers would sell to the government instead of commercial markets, decreasing the commercial supply while raising prices for shoppers at the supermarket. So the question remains: can the House and Senate pass a farm bill? John Schlageck is a commentator on agriculture and rural life for Kansas Farm Bureau

them for the program. Whatever your politics, there are politicians who try to make the case that cutting off benefits to low-income families and the working poor is a good thing. They say it will spur them to work harder (or longer) to make up the difference

Cattle report again dropped by USDA The USDA suspended its semi-annual U.S. cattle inventory report for a second year due to budget cuts. “The decision to suspend these reports was necessary, given the funding situation,” said USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service in a statement. USDA said because of automatic budget cuts, known as sequestration, “we are not able to reinstate the programs that were suspended in March” in the new fiscal year. The July cattle report was regarded as the broadest-reaching of the reports that are being abandoned. The more than 2,000 U.S. craft beer producers, for example, have said they have been disadvantaged by the loss of estimates for hops, a critical brewing ingredient. With the suspension, USDA will report on cattle numbers once in 2014, in a report scheduled for January.

County Plat Maps Scott

Logan

Ness

Wichita

Gove

Wallace

Lane

Greeley

Finney

Kearney

406 Main • Scott City 620 872-2090

with additional earnings - including, presumably, retired seniors on fixed incomes who also need to get off their duffs and get a job. (By the way, to qualify for SNAP assistance a single person living alone cannot have an income greater than $958 a

month, in which case they qualify for about $47 a week, or $1,293 for a couple, in which case they’ll get about $44 a month apiece). Maybe cutting back on that level of largesse might influence some people to work harder (See SNAP on page 31)

Market Report Closing prices on November 19, 2013 Winona Feed and Grain Bartlett Grain Wheat..................

$ 6.84

Milo ....................

$ 4.03

White Wheat ....... Corn ...................

Soybeans ...........

$ 4.31 $ 12.16

Scott City Cooperative Wheat..................

$ 6.84

Milo (bu.).............

$ 4.03

White Wheat ....... Corn....................

Soybeans ...........

Sunflowers.......... ADM Grain

$ 4.03

Corn....................

$ 4.33

Weather H

45 21

Nov. 13

$ 4.31

Nov. 14

57 30

Nov. 15

64 25

$ 12.16

$ 16.55

Corn....................

$ 4.31

Sunflowers..........

Milo (bu.).............

Nov. 12

$ 6.84

Soybeans............

$ 6.84

$ 7.14

Wheat.................. Milo (bu.).............

Wheat..................

$ 3.98 $ 11.97

$ 17.10

Nov. 16

Nov. 17

57 31

Nov. 18

59 24

Moisture Totals November

0.42

2013 Total

20.39

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Economist forecasts near-record cattle profitability Limited cattle supplies will keep cattle prices high next year, and a beef economist says high domestic beef demand and improving global opportunities are just a few reasons to expect near record-high profitability.

Scott Brown, University of Missouri beef economist, said the forecast for the cattle market over the next two years compares to the “golden era” of beef profits in 2004. In addition to high cattle prices and low feed

Kansas FB meeting is December 2-4

Bales

More than 1,000 Farm Bureau members in Kansas will gather in Manhattan Dec. 2-4 for their organization’s 95th annual meeting. The meeting will feature workshops, discussion of public policy issues and a oneday meeting tailored to county Farm Bureaus. On Mon., Dec. 2, county Farm Bureau leaders will gather to build strategic plans for 2014. On Dec. 3, workshops begin at 8:00 a.m. and continue throughout the day. Topics include crop insurance, the Affordable Care Act, animal disease traceability and K-12 education funding. Ireland’s First Secretary for Food and Agriculture, John Dardis, will give the keynote speech on ag innovation, consumer relations and free trade. County Farm Bureaus will receive awards for their work and county coordinators will be recognized for years of service. On Wednesday, more than 400 voting delegates will discuss topics including water, animal care, endangered species and energy development. An agenda is available online at www.kfb. org/news/annualmeeting.

Plateau

(continued from page 30)

The USDA projects the 2013 corn crop will come in at 14 billion bushels, well above last year’s drought-plagued 10.8 billion bushels. At the same time, total use is projected to increase by 1.8 billion bushels. As a result, yearending corn stocks jump from an estimated 824 million bushels in 2012 to 1.9 billion bushels at the end of the 2013 crop year with the stocksto-use ratio increasing from 6.4 percent to 14.6 percent between the two years. With higher year-ending stocks for the 2013 crop, the USDA projects a mid-range season average price for corn of $4.50 per bushel, well below the $6.89 season average price for the 2012 crop. This represents a projected price decline of 34.7 percent, the largest single-year price decline in more than 60 years. The last time that the season average price was below $5 was 2009 when it was $3.55. Total use in 2013 is projected to be 116 million bushels lower than it was in 2009.

than unprotected bales. Weathering can reduce forage quality of round bale hay, particularly digestibility. Plastic wrap, net wrap, reusable tarps, or plastic twine can be used to prevent the loss from weathering. Plastic wrap or net wrap will result in less loss than twine. •Selecting a good

SNAP or smarter, as business gurus love to suggest but here’s an impact that is impossible to dispute: As people’s food budgets shrink, whether due to underemployment, SNAP reductions or other constraints on other purchasing power, they will be forced to make hard decisions about what food products they can afford to buy. The one category that gets reduced first, or in many cases, cut out altogether, is meat and poultry - especially when less nutritious alternatives, such as macaroni, are significantly less expensive. With retail beef prices hovering nationally around $4.90 a pound, ground beef selling at somewhere around $3.20 a pound; with pork chops averaging over $3.30 a pound and boneless ham selling for $4 a pound, how big of a meat purchase are people going to consider with their $47 in food stamps that has to last the entire week? Any way you slice it, the cuts in the SNAP program will hurt domestic

costs, demand in the U.S. and global markets is improving. “International trade has been important. It’s really a bright spot when you look ahead for 2014,” Brown said. “So not only do we expect domestic

demand for beef to be better as we look ahead to 2014, but the ability to move product into places like Japan, South Korea and China does nothing but continue to help us on the price side.” His forecast was supportive for the industry,

especially cow-calf producers. His charts showed a sharp rise in live-cattle futures prices since 2010, from $80 per hundred to $135. Cattle supplies falling to a 61-year low has moved cow-calf returns

from minus $25 per cow in 2009 to plus $25 in 2012. Brown told the group those returns could skyrocket to $300 per cow next year based on estimates from the Livestock Market Information Center.

•It’s recommended to stack large round bales in rows end-to-end, give three feet between rows, and orient the rows in a north-south direction. This will allow the area to dry faster after a rain by having good sunlight and air flow. Vegetation between rows should be mowed.

Storage loss in large round bales coincides with precipitation amount, Min added. “Bales can be stored outside in Western Kansas for a couple of years before much significant loss will occur, but storage loss can be significant in eastern Kansas after just one year of outside storage,” Min said.

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storage site will reduce bale loss with little cost involvement. First of all, the storage site should not be shaded and should have good air circulation, which will enhance drying conditions. A welldrained, four- to six-inch coarse rock base would help minimize bottom spoilage of a large round bale.

•Elevate the bales to reduce storage loss rather than placing them on the ground. Ground contact can account for more than half of the total dry matter loss. Elevate the bales using racks, fence posts, discarded pallets, railroad ties, used tires, or a layer of crushed rock about 4-6 inches deep.

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sales of meat and poultry. The Economy Suffers Beyond that, there’s the economy to consider. Without consumer purchasing power, both retailers and food service operators suffer in direct proportion to people’s loss of income. That’s because supermarket food purchases aren’t made with discretionary income, and given the frequency with which Americans subsist on out-of-home meals especially fast-food - neither are restaurant purchases. Taking food money away from people thus hurts the entire food industry, which includes the majority of livestock producers’ end customers. The reason the 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act - the stimulus bill - increased SNAP benefits across the board was partly to mitigate the hardships imposed by the recession, but also as a highly functional way of delivering the best “bang-forthe-buck” stimulus to the overall economy.

When people receive food stamps, they’re spent fully, quickly and locally. Those dollars immediately recirculate in the local economy, which benefits all businesses, not just those selling food products. Finally, for those who argue that private charities, churches and food banks can offset any gaps in people’s food budgets, here’s the salient fact: The fiscal 2014 SNAP cuts not the whole program, just the $5 billion to be cut - exceeds the entire annual total of all privatesector food assistance nationwide. And virtually all of that food is already going to families who desperately need it. These SNAP cuts, although they were agreed upon to fund programs keeping teachers employed and supporting Medicaid expansion in the states, are bad for the recipients, bad for the industry and bad for the economy. You’d have to search to find another program “adjustment” with those three strikes.

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CHAMBLESS Preconditioning and Growing ROOFING Residential Agriculture

• 45 Years Experience • Managed and owned by full-time DVM • 2,000 Head capacity Oﬃce - 872-5150 • Scott City

Jerry Doornbos, DVM Home - 872-2594 Cell - 874-0949 Stuart Doornbos Home - 872-2775 Cell - 874-0951

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

Cell: 874-4486 • Oﬃce 872-2101

All Types of Roofing

Commercial

Cedar Shake and Shingle Specialists Return to Craftsmanship Attention to Detail and Quality Guaranteed 620-872-2679 • 1-800-401-2683

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

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

Dirks Earthmoving Co.

Medical

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

Area Mental Health Center

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

SERVICES PROVIDED:

Marriage and Family Therapy • Individual Psychotherapy Psychiatric Evaluations • Drug and Alcohol Counseling Mediation • Child Psychology • Psychological Evaluations • Group Therapy Pre-Marital Counseling

24-hour Emergency Answering Service

210 W. 4th • Scott City • 872-5338

ELLIS AG SERVICES • Custom Manure Conditioning • Hauling and Spreading • Custom Swathing and Baling • Rounds-Net or Twine • Gyp and Sand Sales • Pickup or Delivery

Charles Purma II D.D.S. P.A. General Dentistry, Cosmetics, and Insurance Accepted

We welcome new patients.

Call Brittan Ellis • 620-874-5160

324 N. Main • Scott City • 872-2389 Residence 872-5933

Horizon Health For your home medical supply and equipment needs! We service and repair all that we sell.

Automotive

1602 S. Main • Scott City • 872-2232 Toll Free : 1-866-672-2232

Willie’s Auto A/C Repair

Pro Health Chiropractic Wellness Center

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

(Scott City Chiropractic) “TLC”... Technology Lead Chiropractic

Dr. James Yager • Dr. Marlyn Swayne Dr. Robert Fritz

404 Kingsley • Scott City • 874-1379

Red

Specializing in

all coatings t Paint i or any other color

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

PC Painting, Inc. Paul Cramer 620-290-2410 620-872-8910 www.pcpaintinginc.com

Landscaping • Lawn/Trees

Berning Tree Service David Berning • Marienthal

620-379-4430

Tree Trimming and Removal Hedge and Evergreen Trimming Stump Removal

Fully Insured

110 W. 4th St. • Scott City • 872-2310 Toll Free: 800-203-9606

Dr. Jeffrey A. Heyd Optometrist 20/20 Optometry

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

Complete family eye center!

Pro Ex II

Over 20 Years Experience

Professional Extermination Commercial & Residential

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

106 W. 4th • Scott City • 872-2020 • Emergencies: 872-2736

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

Scott City Clinic Daniel R. Dunn, MD Family Practice

872-2187

Matthew Lightner, MD Family Practice

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

Libby Hineman, MD Family Practice

Josiah Brinkley, MD

Call today for a Greener Healthier Lawn

Family Practice

General Surgeon

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

SPENCER PEST CONTROL RESIDENTIAL – COMMERCIAL

Owner, Chris Lebbin • 620-214-4469

Construction/Home Repair

Termite Baiting Systems • Rodents Weed Control • Structural Insects Termite Control Box 258, Scott City • (620) 872-2870

Turner Sheet Metal

Heating & Air Conditioning

Heating & Cooling Systems Since 1904

Sandy Cauthon RN

Commercial & Residential 1851 S. Hwy. 83 • Scott City 872-2954 Shop • 1-800-201-2954

Scott City Myofascial Release

Ron Turner Owner

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

Call me to schedule your Myofascial Release

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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.

Sporting Goods Truck Driving

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

LM Wild Animal Eviction Service Control, capture and removal of nuisance animals.

out ! Coyotes, pigeons, Let’s BOOcT ters it r y k s e p m e raccoons, skunks, th snakes, rabbits and more.

Lee Mazanec (620) 874-5238

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All Under One Roof

Revcom Electronics

GUN SHOW. Nov. 23-24. Kansas Coliseum, Wichita (I-135 and East 85th St. N). Sat. 9:00-5:00; Sunday 9:00-3:00. Buy-SellTrade. For info call (563) 927-8176.

Homes OPEN SEASON at Clayton Homes. Check out our SI Pad and other floor plans inspired by Duck Dynasty’s Robertson family. $0 down for land owners (wac). Lot model clearance will $ave you up to $20,000. 866-858-6862.

For Sale

Your RadioShack Dealer SOUNDS OF THE Two-way Radio Sales & Service SEASON piano sale. Over Locally owned and operated since 1990

1104 Main • Scott City • 872-2625

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

Education

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!

120 pianos on sale now through Dec. 7, as low as $35/month. Mid-America Piano, Manhattan. 800950-3774. www.piano4u. com. ––––––––––––––––––––– HAPPY JACK SKIN BALM. Stops scratching and gnawing. Promotes healing and hair growth on dogs and cats suffering from grass and flea allergies without steroids. Orscheln Farm and Home. www.happyjackinc.com.

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

NEED CLASS A CDL training? Start a career in trucking today. Swift Academies offer PTDI certified courses and offer best-in-class training. New Academy classes weekly. No money down or credit check. Certified mentors ready and available. Paid (while training with mentor). Regional and dedicated opportunities. Great career path. Excellent benefits package. Please call: (602) 714-9455.

EXPERIENCED FLATBED drivers. Regional opportunities now open with plenty of freight and great pay. 800-277-0212 or primeinc.com. ––––––––––––––––––––– TRAINING. Class ACDL. Train and work for us. Professional and focused CDL training available. Choose between company driver, owner/ operator, lease operator or lease trainer. (877) 3697885. www.centraltruckdrivingjobs.com. ––––––––––––––––––––– PARTNERS IN EXCELLENCE. OTR drivers. APU equipped PrePass EZ-pass passenger policy. 2012 and newer equipment. 100% notouch. Butler Transport, 1-800-528-7825. ––––––––––––––––––––– TRANSFER DRIVERS. Need CDL A or B contract drivers, to relocate vehicles from local body plants to various locations throughout U.S. No forced dispatch. 1-800-501-3783 or www.mamotransportation.com under Careers. 1-800-528-7825. ––––––––––––––––––––– TRANSPORT AMERICA has dedicated and regional openings. Variety of home-time options. Good miles and earnings. Enjoy Transport America’s great driver experience. TAdrivers.com or 866-204-0648.

Help Wanted DRIVERS NEEDED immediately. Haul railroad crews throughout Kansas. 21+ years old. Valid driver’s license.Clean MVR. Drug and background checks. Apply online at: www.Renzenberger.com.

620-290-2410

Mon. - Fri. 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. 402 S. Main, Scott City • 872-1300

Services

Dining

Fur-Fection

C-Mor-Butz BBQ

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

& Catering

Kyle Lausch 620-872-4209

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

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Berning Auction “Don’t Trust Your Auction to Just Anyone”

For all your auction needs call:

(620) 375-4130

Russell Berning Box Q • Leoti

District 11 AA Meetings

Scott City • Unity and Hope

Monday, Wednesday and Friday • 8:00 p.m. 807 Kingsley Last Saturday, Birthday Night, 6:30 p.m. All open meetings, 874-8207 • 874-8118 ________________ A.A. • Al-Anon • Tuesday • 8:30 p.m. United Methodist Church, 412 College 872-3137 • 872-3343

Dighton • Thursday • 8:30 p.m. 535 Wichita St. • All open meetings 397-5679 • 397-2647

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: $5.50 per column inch. Classified advertising must be paid in advance unless business account is established.

If not paid in advance, there will be a $1 billing charge. Tear sheet for classified ad will be $1 extra.

Card of Thanks A heartfelt thank you to the many friends, family and loved ones who have blessed our family with food, flowers and memorials sent in memory of our beloved mother. A special thank you to Dr. Dunn and the Scott County Hospital staff for the loving care given to mom. A sincere and loving thanks to Pastor Don and Tara Williams fro their constant love and cate for our mom. Thank you to Pastor Jon Tuttle and the ladies at the Brethren Chruch for your love and care to our family. The family of Jeannine Schmidt

Business

Services

Rentals

Help Wanted

INDIVIDUAL OFFICE SUITES from one to four rooms available for lease. Leases starting at $250/month including utilities. Common areas available for use including reception and break rooms. Perfect for quiet small business or climate controlled storage. Former location of Scott City Chiropractic, 1101 S. Main. Call 214-3040 for information. 27tfc

WANTED: Yards to mow and clean up, etc. Trim smaller trees and bushes too. Call Dean Riedl, (620) 872-5112 or 87434tfc 4135. ––––––––––––––––––––– FURNITURE REPAIR and refinishing. Lawn mower tune-up and blade sharpening. Call Vern Soodsma, 872-2277 or 36tfc 874-1412. ––––––––––––––––––––– MOWER REPAIR, tuneup and blade sharpening. Call Rob Vsetecka at 62036tfc 214-1730. ––––––––––––––––––––– METAL ROOFING, SIDING and TRIMS at direct-to-the-public prices. Call Metal King Mfg., 620-872-5464. Our prices 37tfc will not be beat!

HIDE AND SEEK STORAGE SYSTEMS. Various sizes available. Virgil and LeAnn Kuntz, (620)874-2120. 41tfc ––––––––––––––––––––– 1, 2 AND 3 BEDROOM houses available and storage units. Come fill out an application at PlainJans or 10tfc call 620-872-5777. ––––––––––––––––––––– ROOMS TO RENT by the NIGHT at The Plains Inn. We are NOT just Extended Stay! Singles, doubles and full kitchen suites with king beds. New 32” LED televisions. We are a MOTEL...so you can pull right up and park in front of your room. Microwaves, small refrigerators, coffee pots in every room. Quiet, comfortable and quite a bit cheaper than most. A NICE place at a NICE price! Call today, 11tfc 620-872-5353. ––––––––––––––––––––– FOR RENT 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments in Oakley. Very nice and clean remodeled units. Plenty of parking. Allen 620-397-3459. 15t1c ––––––––––––––––––––– NEWLY REFURBISHED HOME. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, carport, kitchen appliances included, nice yard space, quiet area. No pets or smokers. Available for rent in early Dec. Call Fred or Jana Brittan 620-872-2957.

HOUSEKEEPER parttime at Lazy R Motel. Apply in person, 710 E. 5th, Scott City, 872-3043. 10tfc ––––––––––––––––––––– DRIVERS: Home daily! Eagle Express Lines, fulltime postal route openings from Oakley to Denver, Colo., and Topeka, Ks. $20.27 plus $4.93 health and welfare. Apply: www. eagleexpresslines.com

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3 BEDROOMS, 1 3/4 baths,FA-CA, large kitchen, steel siding and roof on house/garage, fenced yard with sprinkler, large garage. ONLY $66,000.

Want to Buy Wanted a 356 Porsche project, speedster, cabrio, roadster or coupe. Also looking for a 1950s Jaguar Project, also looking for an old 1930s, 40s, 50s car that has been stored in a barn, shed or old building for several years. 12t4pd 580-595-1401.

READY...

And Waiting for a family! All you have to do is move into this home, 3+2 bedrooms, 1 3/4 baths, basement with cool family-room, newer windows up and several other updates. Plus, it’s BRICK, covered patio, fenced yard and GREAT AREA! NOW $139,000.

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

OFFICE SPACE

3 offices, 1 1/2 baths, basement for storage, off-street parking, double car garage, downtown location. $55,000 with a $4,000 repair allowance.

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

Moving? Remember to contact The Scott County Record with your new address.

PO Box 377, Scott City, Ks. 67871 620-872-2090 • office@screcord.com The Scott County Record, for all your advertising needs!

House for sale in Scott City

CLASSIFIED ADS

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Friday, Dec. 20 at 5:00 p.m.

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Well-built home on double corner lot, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, lots of built-in storage, over 2,400 sq. ft., plus 3 season, screened porch, DA garage. Established yard with sprinkler system. Call 620-353-9933. 41eow

We Have Buyers! We Need Listings! Call us to get your home listed.

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––––––––––––––––––––– PERSONAL CARE ATTENDANT to provide in-home care of elderly woman. Duties would include personal caregiving, meal preparation and housecleaning. Part-time day and night hours available. Contact 620-8722506 for information. 15t1pd

Real Estate RENOVATED 4 BEDROOM HOUSE for sale. Brand new kitchen, new wood and tile floors, beautiful lighting throughout, french doors leading to a spacious backyard and patio, DA garage, main floor laundry, partial downstairs with half bath. Serious inquires call Dale Holterman, 620-8741100. 15tfc

For Sale SLICK 2000 CADILLAC Deville V8, new tires, leather, loaded. Nice low mileage, smooth riding car. $3999 cash price. All Affordabable Autos-Oakley, Ks., 785671-1240. 15t1c

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Employment Opportunities OFFICE POSITION

Park Lane Nursing Home

Scott County Appraiser’s office is looking for full-time help. This position would involve computer work, general office skills, and involves the public. Send resume to: Scott County Appraiser or come in for an application to apply at: 303 Court St. Scott City, Ks. 67871

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SCOTT COUNTY HARDWARE Are you a self-motivated, hard working ambitious person with a positive attitude? If so, then Ace is the place for you! Must be able to stand on concrete for 8 hour shifts, work evenings and weekends. Drug testing mandatory. Apply in person at: Scott County Hardware 1405 S. Main Scott City 14tfc

County Plat Maps By

Western Cartographers Available: •Logan •Wichita •Wallace •Greeley •Kearny

•Scott •Ness •Gove •Lane •Finney

Special Education Para and ESL Para-Professional

Has openings for the following positions: Full-time CNA/CMA Full-time LPN/RN Shift differential pay offered for evening and night shifts! Please apply in person at:

Park Lane Nursing Home

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

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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR The Scott Recreation Commission is seeking an Assistant Director. The position is responsible for developing, organizing and directing the programs of the commission, have the ability to prepare budgets, direct the selection, training and work of all recreation personnel, the maintenance and repairs and be responsible for improvements on a 750,000 square foot sports complex. Salary DOQ

SCES IS SEEKING a special education para position for the 2013-2014 school year.

Send cover letter, resume and references to:

SCHS IS SEEKING an ESL para-professional to work with Spanish speaking students. Bilingual preferred. The position will start January 6, 2014. Contact: USD 466, Susan Carter for more details at (620) 872-7600. 14t2

Scott Recreation Commission 823 S. Main, Scott City, Ks. 67871 or e-mail to scottrec@wbsnet.org 13tfc

RNs NEEDED $5000 SIGN ON BONUS Scott County Hospital is looking for full-time Registered Nurses to join our team of dedicated nursing professionals. We offer diverse nursing opportunites, experienced nursing administrative staff, excellent ratios, competitve wages, shift and weekend differentials, flexible paid time off, call pay and excellent benefits. Pre-employment physical, drug/alcohol screen, physical assessment and TB skin test required. Join us today! Applications are available through Human Resources Scott County Hospital 201 Albert Ave. Scott City, KS. 67871 620-872-7772 and on our website: www.scotthospital.net

Pick them up today at:

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Texas Tech vs Texas

The

Country Store

Time Out! Philadelphia

Cream Cheese

98¢ Chicago vs Minnesota

Miami Hurricanes vs Pitt

Hunting decor Country home decor Novelty gifts Candles and more 323 South Main St., Scott City • 872-5667

Cincinnati vs San Diego

212 E. 5th St., Scott City 1314 S. Main, Scott City 620-872-3355

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Pittsburgh vs Baltimore

Alabama vs Auburn

Michael Trout, Agent St. • Scott City • 620-872-5374 3rd W. 112 Texas Tech vs Texas

Pittsburgh

vs Baltimore

Iowa St. vs

Arizona vs West Virginia Philadelphia

Kansas State vs KU

Texas A&M vs Missouri

Alabama

vs Auburn

Denver vs KC Chiefs

Cincinnati vs San Diego

Kansas St. New England vs vs Houston KU

UCLA vs USC

New Orleans

Clemson vs

Atlanta vs Buffalo

So. Carolina Miami Hurricanes

vs Pitt

vs Seattle

Chicago vs Minnesota

Atlanta vs Buffalo

Winterizer - apply now! The Green Haus

Nursery & Garden Center 507 Ora • Scott City • 872-5309

Whether on the field or in life, success depends on your game plan.

Platinum H Insurance

New England vs Houston

Darren Habiger 620-214-0653 habiger@wbsnet.org Michelle Habiger 620-214-0652 Michelle.Habiger@wbsnet.org 40 Pitman Lane • P.O. Box 243, Scott City Office: 620-872-7222 • Toll Free: 855-332-7222

Clemson vs So. Carolina

Denver vs KC Chiefs

Iowa St. vs West Virginia

Arizona vs Philadelphia

UCLA vs USC

New Orleans vs Seattle

Texas A&M vs Missouri