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Local School districts working on plans to teach students. A3
County issues new directives as coronavirus spreads
Spice Up Your Life Try to get ahead with German red cabbage. B5
Governor limits public gatherings statewide By Travis Mounts
Savvy Senior How Medicare is covering coronavirus. B5
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“They were taking it basically out of our hands before we could get it on the shelves,” she said. SPK has added five people to staff over the past week. Mize’s and Hired Man’s have not added additional staff, but the staff members they do have are putting in more hours. Some of those employees are high school students who are out of class and have been able to put in additional time. Jenny Osner, who co-owns Hired Man’s with her husband, Clint, said they saw buying habits start to change in the middle of last week. “We’re just trying to survive and keep things on the shelves,” she said. Osner is spending a lot of her time just trying to order the right products and in the right amounts. Eggs, milk, bread and toilet paper are the items that are going most quickly. Hired Man’s received 100 packages of toilet paper on Friday
Sedgwick County is putting a stay-at-home order in effect. The announcement came in a Tuesday morning briefing delivered online. The message came from Sedgwick County Commission Chair Pete Meitzner. The stay-at-home directive became official under the order of Dr. Garold Minns, Sedgwick County’s Chief Health Officer. On Monday, the county commission voted to recommend Minns put in place a stay-at-home order similar to what is now in effect in the Kansas City area, which has been the epicenter for the COVID-19 outbreak in Kansas. Sedgwick County’s order is modeled on the one adopted by Johnson County, which includes Overland Park and Olathe. County manager Tom Stolz said Sedgwick County now has four confirmed cases of COVID-19. The last two are a man under the age of 60 and a woman under the age of 60. Both are in isolation at home, neither required hospitalization, and neither had traveled to other areas. Stolz stressed the need for good hygiene, including frequent hand washing and social distancing. He also stressed the seriousness of the situation. Sedgwick County is now one of seven counties in Kansas with stayat-home orders, joining Johnson, Wyandotte, Douglas, Leavenworth, Miami and Doniphan counties. State health officials expect the number of cases in Kansas to be between 300 and 400 a week from now.
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Kati Johnson bags groceries at Mize’s Thriftway in Clearwater. Locally-owned, small-town stores like this one and SPK in Cheney have seen a marked increase in customers over the past two weeks.
Politics District 2 challengers line up against O’Donnell. A5
Random Thoughts You need your newspaper, and it needs you, too. B6
Cheney Chamber of Commerce names new board and officers. A6 Garden Plain Students page for State senator. A4 Goddard GHS, EHS players named as league MVPs. B4
Odds and Ends If you are out of TP, don’t use T-shirts While a coronavirus-inspired run on toilet paper is forcing some people to improvise, it is important to remember that sewer pipes and septic systems are not designed to handled substitutes. In Redding, Calif., one sewer customer decided to use shredded T-shirts in place of toilet paper. That did not go down well (pun intended). Authorities said the rags snagged on pumps at a sewage lift station. Quick action by city employees just prevented a dangerous sewage spill. Many municipalities also advise that wet wipes are not flushable, regardless of how they might be marketed.
Locally-owned groceries see uptick in business By Travis Mounts
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While many businesses are seeing a slow down or have even shut their doors, our locally-owned small-town grocery stores are as busy as they have been in years. SPK in Cheney, Mize’s Thriftway in Clearwater, and Hired Man’s Grocery and Grill in Conway Springs have seen an influx of shoppers, and in the case of SPK and Mize’s, a good number of those shoppers are coming from Wichita and other areas. All the stores are working hard to keep up with demand, even as they struggle to keep in stock items like toilet paper, cleaning wipes, hand sanitizer and bread. Kathy Pauly, a manager at SPK, said they began seeing business increase on March 12. She said it did not take long for a shipment of toilet paper that arrived last Friday morning to disappear.
Enter The Times-Sentinel coloring contest To paraphrase Hollywood, the coloring contest must go on. Inside this week’s Times-Sentinel, readers will find our 2020 Easter coloring contest. “We know these are uncertain times. We want to thank all of the advertisers who continue to support this contest and who helped sponsor it for the very first time,” said publisher Paul Rhodes. To help encourage readers with social distancing, we have eliminated drop-off locations – at least for this contest. Instead, all entries must be sent by mail to: Times-Sentinel Newspapers, PO Box 544, Cheney, KS 67025. To
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Obituaries William Bartels William I. Bartels, age 75, of Augusta, retired expeditor for Cessna, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2020. Service was held on Monday, March 16, at West Haysville Baptist Church, Haysville. He was preceded in death by his parents, Glenn and Hazel (Cundiff) Bartels; and son, William Alan Bartels. He is survived by his wife, Karen; daughters, Rhonda (Brian) Townson of Haysville, Leah Bartels of Augusta; sisters, Glennora Baker, Donna Tully and Gloria Smith, all of Haysville; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Memorials may be made to the Cancer Research Fund/KSU Foundation, PO Box 9200, Shawnee Mission, KS 66201-1800. Leave online condolences at www.shinklemortuary.com.
Vera Kincheloe Vera (Loger) Kincheloe, age 94, of Wichita, passed away Thursday, March 19, 2020. A visitation was held 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday, March 23, at Shinkle Mortuary, Haysville. Due to the growing concerns for public health, a celebration of life service will be held at a later date. Vera was preceded in death by her husband, Jack; parents, Henry and Fern (Maechtlen) Loger; and siblings, Velma Aldridge and Dale Loger. She is survived by her sons, Kelly (Cordy) Walton and Rick (Deb) Walton, all of Wichita; grandchildren, Zac (Jennie) Walton of Blanchard, Okla., Mindy (Jimmy) Clements of Wichita, Hank (Denise) Walton of Derby, and Holly (Brandon) Mies of Goddard; and 10 great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to West Heights United Methodist Church, Youth Group, 745 N. Westlink Ave, Wichita, KS 67212.
Kenneth Meyer Kenneth Jacob Meyer, 78, of Goddard, passed away March 17, 2020. Kenneth was born Dec. 10, 1941, in Aleppo to Alfred and Stella (Becker) Meyer. Ken was preceded in death by his parents; wife of 49 years, Mary (Aschentrop) Meyer; and sister, Carol Jean. Survivors include his sons: Greg (Amy), Pat (Peg) and Andy; daughters, Joanna (Dave) Meats, and Sarah (Craig) Meinhardt; brothers, Harold, John, Marvin, Alan and Bruce; 18 grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren with one on the way. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established with Center of Hope, 400 N. Emporia, Wichita, KS 67202. Private family services were held.
Donna Woods
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Donna J. (Barnett) Woods, age 81, of Haysville, retired Wallace Plant Cessna Inspector after more than 40 years, passed away Thursday, March 19, 2020. Visitation was 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, and service was at 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 25, both at Webb-Shinkle Mortuary, Clearwater. Donna was born on Monday, Feb, 6, 1939, in rural Peck. She was the oldest of three children born to Woodrow Edward “Woody” Barnett and Beulah Mae (Bodle) Barnett. She was preceded in death by her parents, Woody and Beulah (Bodle) Barnett, and brother, Eddie Barnett. Survivors include her sons, Richard Woods of Haysville, Randall Woods of Peck, and Ronald (Christine)Woods of Belle Plaine; sister, Betty (Dan) McCaghren of Tulsa; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Central & Western Kansas, 1820 E. Douglas Ave., Wichita, KS 67214. Webb-Shinkle Mortuary, Clearwater, was in charge of arrangements. Leave online condolences at www. wsmortuary.com.
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KGE celebrates 80 years with a birthday cake
100 Years Ago John Althouse was host to the Cheney Booster Club at the Club room last Thursday night. The golden anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Souders of Wichita, formerly of Cheney, was celebrated in Wichita Sunday, March 14. It was also the 20th anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. L.R. Souders of Cheney and the two anniversaries were the cause of a general family reunion. Mr. and Mrs. H.S. McIntosh have purchased the Theo Reder residence in Cheney and will occupy it soon after Mr. McIntosh holds his sale on the farm April 6. 90 Years Ago The schools that take part in the All School parade Friday will be given $2 for each acceptable entry in the parade. Representatives of Cheney Chamber of Commerce visited all the rural schools in the vicinity of Cheney Friday and extended a personal invitation to all schools and teachers to attend the annual All School Day Celebration March 28. 80 Years Ago Paul Carver will own and operate a cold storage and locker plant in the building formerly occupied by Livingston-Engel Furniture Co. Clyde Boyd became manager of the Kroger Store in Cheney Tuesday. 70 Years Ago Guy McHenry of Santa Ana. Calif., writes that they are planning a four-month trip to Australia and wishes his Cheney Sentinel sent to him in Melbourne during that time. For many years Mr. McHenry was associated with the International Harvester Co. in Australia. 60 Years Ago Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Leon Roembach were Mr. and Mrs. T.L. Roembach and the family of Norwich, Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Turner and family of Great Bend, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Roembach and family and Mrs. R.D. Roembach and David. Mrs. H.O. Williams, Mrs. G.W. Keith and Mrs. Floyd Souders attended the Kansas Federation of Women’s Club’s Festival of Fine Arts March 12 at
Yesteryears
From the archives of the Cheney Sentinel, Clearwater Times and Goddard News Sentinel Friends University. 50 Years Ago Miss Patsy Wright, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Wright, of Cheney, has been chosen for membership in Hypatia Hexagon, a mathematics club at Stephens College, Columbia, Mo. Mr. and Mrs. Alan Barton of Russell spent the weekend with her mother, Mrs. Sara Oliver and family. 40 Years Ago Lloyd Dennett, longtime Cheney businessman, recently “took down the shingle” and Roger L. Zerener will conduct Farm and Home Realty. Mr. and Mrs. John Becker, Cheney, will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary March 30 with mass at 1 p.m. at St. Joseph Parish, Ost. 30 Years Ago At the Cheney City Council Meeting D. Morrow, representing KGE, brought a birthday cake in honor of their 80th year. Those attending shared the cake before the regular business meeting. Cheney High School students were the overall winners in the March 5 Academic Olympics at Kingman. Cheney topped with 85 points, followed by Maize with 81. Eight Cheney students garnered first places. Mrs. Ben Puetz, our Gardern Plain correspondent, will not have her usual column this week as she is in St. Francis Hospital, Wichita. 20 Years Ago A fire destroyed the old United Methodist Church in Milton. The fire was believed to have started in the furnace room of the 80-year-old church. The city of Clearwater has hired Kent Brown as its new city administrator. Brown will take over the position held by Yvonne Coon, who retired in February. Brown previously had held city management positions in Ulysses, Kan. 10 Years Ago The Goddard City Council has approved hiring a marketing firm to help the city with its economic development efforts. A house in Clearwater at 146 S. Third was destroyed by fire on Wednesday, March 17. The Garden Plain Senior Center hosts a number of activities for older residents of the area.
Friendship Meals menu
Following is next week’s menu for Friendship Meals and Meals on Wheels. Monday: Ham, creamed potatoes, green beans, pineapple, bread, milk. Tuesday: Liver and onions or salisbury steak, scalloped corn, broccoli, mixed fruit, roll, milk. Wednesday: chicken and pasta salad, cream of celery soup and crackers, cooked cabbage, glazed blueberries, milk. Thursday: Beef tips over cauliflower rice, parsley potatoes, peaches, fruit crisp, bread, milk. Friday: Cheesy potato and egg bake, combination salad, strawberries, sugar cookie, milk. For the time being, meals are only available for pickup or delivery from the following senior centers. Cheney: Meals are served at the Cheney Senior Center, 516 N. Main. To register for a meal, call 316542-3721. Clearwater: Meals are served at the Clearwater Community and Senior Center, 921 E. Janet. To register for a meal, call 620-584-2332. Garden Plain: Delivery only. To register for a meal, call 316-640-0746. Haysville: Meals are served at the Haysville Senior Center, 160 E. Karla. To register for a meal, call 316529-5903.
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Continuing education
Districts working on plans to teach students By Travis Mounts
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It was news that stunned the state. Gov. Laura Kelly announced on March 17 that students would not be returning to their classes for normal education for the rest of this school year. That left local school officials scrambling to create new formats for teaching. As reported in last week’s Times-Sentinel and online at tsnews.com, local school districts immediately began working their continuing education plans. They were expecting further guidance last week from the Kansas State Department of Education, and planned to use this week to formulate their plans with a goal of starting to teach again the week of March 30. This story reflects the most recent information available before going to press on Tuesday, March 24. District leaders were just beginning their work on their continuous learning plans, so at press time there was no new information to report. Updates will be posted on our website. Here’s a look at information from each school district. USD 261 – Haysville Four locations are now available across the Haysville School District for students to pick up meals. Service began on Wednesday. Meals will be available Monday, Wednesday and Friday from
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Students will be able to pick up enough meals to cover breakfast and lunch until the next pick-up. The serving locations are at Campus High School, 2100 W. 55th St. S.; Haysville Middle School, 900 W. Grand Ave.; Nelson Elementary, 245 N. Delos; and Oatville Elementary, 4335 S. Hoover. Walk-ups are welcome. If you are arriving by car, please stay in your car. Meals will be delivered to you. For more information, visit the food service page on the district website at www.usd261. com/Foods/index.php#coronavirus. The USD 261 board of education will hold a special meeting at 7 p.m. this Thursday. The meeting will take place online via Zoom. Connection information is available on the district website at www.usd261.com under the “District” tab.
USD 264 – Clearwater Schools in Clearwater began offering free breakfast and lunch on Monday of this week for all children ages 1-18. Meals may be picked up at the dock behind Clearwater Intermediate-Middle School. Drivers should enter the south parking lot (the stadium parking lot of Fourth Ave.), and follow the drive to the dock behind the school. Meals may be picked up each Monday and Wednesday, and are available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. both days. Four meals will be prepared on Monday, including lunch for
Monday and Tuesday and breakfast for Tuesday and Wednesday. Five meals will be prepared on Wednesday, with three lunches and two breakfasts. More updates are expected. In an online statement, the district said it does not expect to deliver any continuing education instruction to students before Monday, March 30.
USD 265 – Goddard Goddard’s schools started offering free packaged meals for all children ages 1-18 on Tuesday. The meals will be available from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Children must be present to receive the meals, according to federal guidelines. Children will get one lunch for that day and a breakfast for the following day. There are no eligibility requirements. The walk-up and drive-up locations are at Eisenhower High School, Oak Street Elementary and near the Brentwood Apartments at 600 S. Main in Goddard. School principals are working on a process and timeline for students to pick up personal belongings and medications from schools. This should happen next week. It is the district’s intention to have graduation ceremonies of some kind for high school seniors. Those plans will be formulated in the coming weeks. USD 267 – Renwick On Monday, March 30, Renwick schools including Garden Plain will begin offering pickup and delivery of breakfast and
The rest of the school year: Short days and limited screen time By Nomin Ujiyediin Kansas News Service
With public and private school buildings closed until August, education officials want students to limit their screen time and spend less than three hours a day learning. A report released last week directs districts to spend five days assessing students’ technology needs, building lesson plans and telling parents what to expect. Districts are required to submit a plan to the state for doing so by early April. On March 17, Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly ordered all schools in the state closed until the start of the next academic year to stem the spread of COVID-19. The report says that teachers, parents and students will need to be flexible and adjust to a new style of instruction. And it emphasizes that screen time and learning often aren’t that same thing. “Continuous learning is learning any time, anywhere,” said Dyane Smokorowski, an Andover teacher and a member of the task force that created the report over three days. “That can be done outside, that can be done in your living room, that can be
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done on a front porch.” Schools will no longer be expected to administer standardized tests. In fact, they won’t be able to because federal guidelines say they can’t be administered remotely. “We are not going to be doing state assessments unless something would change dramatically in (Kelly’s school-closing) executive order,” said education commissioner Randy Watson. “It would be impossible for it to be done … from a confidentiality perspective.” Proms and graduations will be canceled unless they meet county health departments for group gatherings. Districts may allow students to return to school to pick up belongings, but only in small groups. Teachers may also meet in school buildings to plan lessons or meet with families. Other recommendations in the report include: • Limiting daily instruction time, based on the child’s age level. The times range from 30 minutes a
day for pre-K students, up to three hours for sixth through 12th grade students. • Teachers having designated online office hours and using screen sharing and recording to teach lessons. • Schools sending devices home with students if they are available, checking with local internet service providers about access, and encouraging families to use mobile devices as hotspots. • Teachers using online platforms to collect student work and assess progress. • Districts providing lists of resources for food, transportation, clothing and other needs to parents. • Learning through a combination of videos, handouts, writing and recreation time. Editor’s note: Nomin Ujiyediin reports on criminal justice and social welfare for KCUR and the Kansas News Service. You can follow her on Twitter @NominUJ.
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lunch. Meals will be available each Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and are free. Monday’s delivery will include Monday lunch, Tuesday breakfast and Tuesday lunch, and Wednesday’s delivery will include food for Wednesday and Thursday. For students on a bus route, delivery will be made each day to your bus stop. Otherwise, delivery will be available three days a week at 11:30 a.m. in the parking lots of district schools. Sign-up must be done by noon Thursday, March 26, to gauge interest. The survey is available at https://forms.gle/3eD5UgSTBQ471rRq8. Once the survey is completed, weekly sign-up sheets will be sent to families. USD 268 – Cheney Information was emailed to parents on Friday and shared on the district website. “The target and goalposts seem to be moving by the hour in the state and the nation. It is certainly true for education in our community. Leadership has been working non-stop creating a learning plan to the best of our ability with the resources at our disposal. During these unprecedented times, it is the District’s intent to provide families with factual information regarding our plans to meet the needs of our students during the building closure,” district officials wrote. They said it was their plan to continue offering meal service to students during the closure. That plan is still being finalized.
The district also intends to find a way to honor the class of 2020. What that plan will look like is unknown. “At this time, we do not know a date, time, or location as this will be contingent on guidance from the CDC, KDHE, and the Sedgwick County Health Department,” officials wrote.
St. Joseph Catholic School The Catholic school located in Ost also is offering free lunches, and youth do not need to be students at the school. Lunch delivery began on Monday of this week. “Please encourage your friends and neighbors,” the school said in a Facebook post. Lunches are being offered at St. Joseph Catholic School in Ost, as well as at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Andale and Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Colwich. Deliveries at St. Joe Ost will be at back west kitchen door daily from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. In Andale and Colwich, look for the St. Joseph Catholic Ost bus. Delivery times are 11-11:30 a.m. in Andale, and 12-12:30 p.m. in Colwich. Families must order a lunch by 9 a.m. daily. Email lbunch@ sjost.com. The school noted it is doing the best it can to continue employment and wages for employees. Participation in the lunch program helps accomplish that goal. While children do not need to attend St. Joseph, they do need to be present at pick-up.
News Briefs EARP in effect for drivers On Tuesday, Sedgwick County Sheriff Jeff Easter said that the county’s Emergency Accident Reporting Plan (EARP) is in effect until further notice. This is the same protocol used during severe winter weather. If you are in a non-injury accident and the vehicles are drivable, and no drugs or alcohol are involved, then EARP applies. Drivers are to exchange names and insurance information. Then, you should download the reporting form from the sheriff ’s website at www.sedgwickcounty.org/sheriff. Fill out the form and send it in. Forms can be emailed to sheriffcasedesk@sedgwick.gov, mail them to Sheriff Case Desk, 141 W. Elm, Wichita, KS 67203, or fax 316-3837005. In addition, deputies will be taking certain non-emergency reports by phone. A supervisor can make a determination to send a deputy on a dispatched call.
The fair *may* go on
The Sedgwick County Fair is a few months away, but organizers are already thinking about how the COVID-19 outbreak and efforts to curtail the disease may impact the 2020 Fair. Fair Association president Bret Albers said in a Monday email that organizers are paying close attention to the current health situation. “At this time we are in a wait and see mode and will be evaluating things week by week,” Albers said. For the time being, volunteers and groups that help organize the fair are being instructed to continue moving forward with plans. However, Albers advised that they do not buy or rent anything or make commitments to do so. “We will try to send out updates as things unfold and we get closer to summer,” Albers wrote. Right now, the Sedgwick County Fair is scheduled to take place July 8-11 in Cheney.
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Haysville council adapts to pandemic By Nancy D. Borst The Times-Sentinel
HAYSVILLE – The Haysville City Council meeting looked decidedly different Monday night, with the mayor and seven council members present sitting at least six feet apart in the room. Typically, city staff fill another table but on Monday, chief administrative officer Will Black was the only staff member present and he handled duties normally done by the city clerk’s staff. Various council members shared information about changes in the community in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The city’s library is
closed; due dates will be extended for all checked out materials and fines will be waived. The activity center and its programs also are closed. The senior center is closed but senior meal programs will continue. Someone also is on site to answer questions; call 529-5903. City offices also are closed to the public but city services, including law enforcement, will continue. Citizens may access information online, by phone or fax or via the drive-through window at city hall. No utilities will be shut off during this time. Mayor Bruce Armstrong said only essential staff are still working on site but all city employees will continue to be paid.
Council member Steve Crum noted that the school district is providing carryout meals from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the following schools: Nelson Elementary, Haysville Middle School, Oatville Elementary and Campus High School. Families are asked to bring their children – or at least one child – with them when picking up food. Food will be provided for all school age children regardless of whether they are with adults who come to the pick-up sites. In new business, the council approved renewal of the city’s insurance with EMC for the coming year. The council also approved sale of the old activ-
ity center property to Kirkhart Investments, LLC for $215,000. Armstrong said the building needs extensive electrical and other repairs totaling approximately $100,000, so the city is happy with the sale. Kirkhart is buying the property as is. The council also approved procuring the next steps in equipment for the new wastewater dewatering facility. The vendor needs a lead time of 200 days to manufacture, deliver and install each custom component. This approval is for the emulsion polymer feed system, the conveyor system, the remote I/O panel and bonding, at a cost of $65,895 to Fournier Industries, Inc. This is a budgeted expense
to be paid out of the wastewater budget. In other business, the council approved three ordinances that formalize decisions made at the March 9 meeting regarding event beer gardens at city venues, amending the land use map for the city, and rezoning a block so it can be used as part of Dorner Park. The council voted to table action on revisions to subdivision regulations until staff can be present to answer questions. The council also discussed repairs needed on some recently surfaced streets that are under warranty and will be repaired by the contractors once the weather gets warmer.
Community News City councils will continue to meet GARDEN PLAIN – Even with the statewide limits on gatherings and Sedgwick County’s shelter-in-place directive, local governments are still legally bound to carry on business. The next scheduled meeting for our area will be the Garden Plain City Council. The body will meet at 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 1. The meeting will be held online, although details were still being worked out at press time Tuesday evening. Information will be shared on the city’s website and social media, and by The Times-Sentinel. The next scheduled meetings will be Goddard City Council on April 6, and Cheney City Council on April 9. Goddard’s most recent city council meeting was held at City Hall with a live feed on Facebook. Goddard City Hall has since closed down to the public, as have city halls in Cheney, Clearwater, Garden Plain and Haysville. Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt has reminded all governing bodies that their meetings must remain open to the public per the Kansas Open Meetings Act. That law does not guarantee citizens a right to participate in the meeting, just a right to observe. Online broadcasts and teleconferences meet that requirement, Schmidt said. Other upcoming city council meetings include Haysville on April 13 and Clearwater on April 14
Goddard Chamber closes office .
GODDARD – On Monday, the Goddard
Chamber of Commerce announced its office would be closed to the public until further notice. The announcement came from president and CEO Angie Duntz. She also noted that events through May 1 have been canceled or postponed. This week’s cancellations include Thursday March coffee and the Neighbors United meeting that was scheduled for Thursday. April’s after-hours event, luncheon and coffee also are called off. Neighbors United was scheduled to take place on April 25. That event is being postponed until autumn, but at this time a new date has not been selected. Duntz is still available to serve Chamber members and interested parties. Call 316-833-8385 or email chamber@goddardkansas. us. Updates will be shared on the Chamber Facebook page and through The Times-Sentinel.
USD 261 sets times for picking up meds HAYSVILLE – Days and times have been set for families of USD 261 students to pick up their medications. Students with last names A-L will pick up 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, April 7. Students with last names will pick up 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, April 8. All medicines will need to be picked up at the USD 261 administration building, 1745 W. Grand in Haysville. Medicines will not be handed out at individual schools. Medications may be picked up by a parent, guardian or emergency contact. Be sure to bring your ID. Pull up to the front of the building, and staff will bring medication to your car.
Medications that are not picked up will be stored in the health room for the following school year. Expired medication will be disposed of. If your student needs their medication sooner or if your have questions, contact registered nurse Beth Schutte at bschutte@ usd261.com.
Neighbors United set for autumn GODDARD – The annual Neighbors United event in Goddard will be held this fall. The event was scheduled for April 25; a new date has not been confirmed. The annual project brings together as many as 400 volunteers to tackle dozens of community service projects in the Goddard area. Updates can be found on the Neighbors United Facebook page (@NeighborsUnitedGoddard).
Haysville BOE to hold coronavirus meeting HAYSVILLE – The USD 261 Board of Education will hold a special meeting at 7 p.m. this Thursday. The purpose of the meeting will be for discussion of a continuous learning schedule for Haysville schools. Action may be taken. The meeting is open to
the public via the Zoom online meeting service. To watch, go to the district website at www. usd261.com. Click on “District” and then “Meetings.” At the top of the page, “Click Here” is highlighted – that will take viewers to the Zoom meeting.
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Pancake feed postponed CLEARWATER – The Masonic Lodge in Clearwater has postponed its annual pancake feed and raffle. The event was slated to happen on Saturday. A new date and time will be set some time in the future.
Rec asks you to ‘chalk your walk’ CHENEY – Through March 31, the Cheney Recreation Commission is asking local residents to chalk their walks. You are encouraged to create works of art or encouraging messages on your sidewalk or driveway using sidewalk chalk. People can then take a walk or a drive – while maintaining social distancing, of course – and enjoy the beauty and positivity. Once you have chalked your walk, take a picture of your artwork or a selfie with it. Then post it on the Cheney Recreation Commission Facebook page. Use the hashtags #CheneyStrong and #CheneyRecRocks.
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Four students from Garden Plain Middle School traveled to Topeka on March 5 to page for State Sen. Dan Kerschen (R-Garden Plain). Pictured from left to right are Alayna Hoheisal, Haidyn Thompson, Sen. Kerschen, Gov. Laura Kelly, teacher William Berkamp, Gabe Kapling and Peyton Custer.
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District 2 challengers line up against O’Donnell Two candidates have filed paperwork with the Sedgwick County Election Office to challenge Sedgwick County Commissioner Michael O’Donnell for the District 2 seat. As of Tuesday, O’Donnell had not officially filed for election but it is expected he will. The deadline for filing for the primary election is June 1. Both challengers are Republicans and will be on the August primary ballot. O’Donnell is a Republican, too. As of Tuesday, no Democrats were listed by the county as having filed. The Times-Sentinel visited with both candidates on Monday. They were Kathleen E. Garrison of Haysville and Cindy Miles of Wichita. The primary election is set for Aug. 4. Kathleen Garrison If she wins, this would be Garrison’s first elected position. “I’ve always had a desire to be in politics but it wasn’t the right time,” she said. Garrison is working on her master’s degree in diplomacy and international affairs and will graduate in December. “I don’t want it to go to waste. It’s a calling for me,” she said, adding she wants to serve locally. She lives between Haysville and Clearwater. She has a Haysville address but lives in the Clearwater School District. She works in the U.S. Attorney’s office in Wichita, dealing with asset forfeiture. She noted that she had nothing to do with last year’s trial against O’Donnell, who faced multiple counts of wire fraud connected to campaign spending. He was acquitted on 21 charges, and the jury was deadlocked on five other charges. “This makes me mad. I don’t want someone like this representing me,” she
PUBLIC NOTICE First published in The Times-Sentinel March 19, 2020 (3t)
IN THE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT, SEDGWICK COUNTY, KANSAS PROBATE DEPARTMENT IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DONALD N. GILCHRIST, DECEASED. CASE NO. X20PR312 Pursuant to K.S.A. Ch. 59 NOTICE OF HEARING AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that on March 6, 2020, a Petition was filed in this Court by Gary L. Gilchrist, petitioner herein, praying that he be appointed as Administrator without bond; and that he be granted Letters of Administration. You are required to file your written defenses thereto on or before April 14, 2020, at 10:00 o’clock a.m., in the Sedgwick County Probate Courthouse, 1900 E. Morris, Wichita, Kansas, at which time and place said cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the Petition. All creditors are notified to exhibit their demands against the Estate within four (4) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, as provided by law, and if their demands are not thus exhibited, they shall be forever barred. GARY L. GILCHRIST, Petitioner Kenneth H. Jack DAVIS & JACK, L.L.C. 2121 W. Maple Wichita, KS 67213 Attorney for Petitioner
said. Garrison had to seek permission from the U.S. Attorney’s office to run for the county commission. Normally, government employees are banned from running for elected office. However, Garrison is a contractor and not a direct government employee. That means she is not impacted by the Hatch Act, a 1939 law that prohibits virtually all employees in the federal executive branch from engaging in some forms of political activity. “I was very pleased, and I prayed about it. I asked God to give me some direction,” she said. Garrison said helping small businesses is a top priority for her. She spent more than 20 years as a business owner, and believes small businesses need fewer regulations and obstacles. “They need our support. They make up the community,” she said. Garrison added she wants constituents to let her know what they want from her. One thing she would like to see is the preservation of Century II. “I feel the building is worth saving because it is the heart of Wichita. I would like to see different proposals for Century II,” she said. Homelessness is another top issue for Garrison. “Before I worked downtown, it wasn’t in front of me,” she said. “I don’t think people should be living under bridges in Wichita, Kan.” She sees the Lord’s Diner in Wichita as a great example of local organizations working together, and wants to see more groups come together to address the situation. “I want to prevent people from getting in the court system, not react once they’re there,” Garrison said. She cites her broad range of experience as a strong qualification. That
PUBLIC NOTICE First published in The Times-Sentinel March 19, 2020 (3t)
IN THE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT, SEDGWICK COUNTY, KANSAS PROBATE DEPARTMENT IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MONA D. MCCREA, DECEASED. CASE NO. 20PR318 Pursuant to K.S.A. Ch. 59 NOTICE OF HEARING AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that on March, 9, 2020, a Petition was filed in this Court by Richard L. McCrea, Executor named in the Last Will and Testament of Mona D. McCrea, deceased, dated August 25, 2000, praying that the Will filed with the Petition be admitted to probate and record; that the Petitioner be appointed as Executor without bond; and that he be granted Letters Testamentary. You are required to file your written defenses thereto on or before April 14, 2020, at 10:00 a.m., in the Sedgwick County Probate Courthouse, 1900 E. Morris, Wichita, Kansas, at which time and place said cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the Petition. All creditors are notified to exhibit their demands against the Estate within four months from the date of the first publication of this notice, as provided by law, and if their demands are not thus exhibited, they shall be forever barred. RICHARD L. McCREA, Petitioner Kenneth H. Jack DAVIS & JACK, L.L.C. 2121 W. Maple Wichita, KS 67213 Attorney for Petitioner
includes working in both government and private industry. She believes an elected official’s temperament matters, too. “Eighty percent of a job is getting along with others,” she said, adding she has strong skills in listening and understanding. Garrison said she earned a degree in political science from Newman University in 2019, earning a 4.0 grade-point average as a non-traditional student. She spent 10 years as a court reporter. She helped run a landscaping business with her ex-husband, serving many large clients. Garrison, 52, is mother to eight children. “I love business. I understand you have to balance things and have priorities for your money,” she said. The size of the budget does not matter. “It’s all the same thing. You make priorities and protect the entity.”
Cindy Miles The list of government involvement run deep for Cindy Miles, who has been a longtime community volunteer. “I felt like I’ve made quite an impact in the community, and it was time to take a bigger step to serve in the community,” she said. Miles has been elected as a Republican precinct committee woman in District 316. She currently serves on the Metropolitan Area Planning Commission and as an advisory board member for District 3 in the City of Wichita, where she is a resident. Her list of other board and committee service is long, including as a past board member for the Wichita Crime Commission and Wichita/ Sedgwick County Crime Stoppers. She also has been involved with the Wichita Coalition for Child Abuse
PUBLIC NOTICE First published in The Times-Sentinel March 12, 2020 (3t)
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF COWLEY COUNTY, KANSAS SITTING IN ARKANSAS CITY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF VIVIAN L. ECCLES, deceased. CASE NO. 20-PR 29-A Pursuant to K.S.A. Ch. 59 NOTICE OF SUIT THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL DECEDANTS OR HEIRS OF VIVIAN L. ECCLES, AND ALL OTHER PERSONS WHO ARE OR MAY BE CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that a Petition for Determination of Descent has been filed in the District Court of Cowley County, Kansas, by Monty L. Eccles, praying for a decree of descent determining the descent of property. The Petitioner, Monty L. Eccles, requests that the Court determine the descent of the real estate located at 316 German, Haysville, Sedgwick County, Kansas and legally described as: Lot 3, Block B, Jack Pate Addition to Haysville, Kansas, Sedgwick County, Kansas as well as all other Kansas property owned by the Decedent at the time of death be assigned pursuant to the laws of intestate succession; and for such further relief as the Court deems just and equitable. You are hereby required to plead to the Petition on or before the 13th day of April, 2020 at 10:00 a.m., in the District Court of Cowley County, Kansas, sitting in Arkansas City, Kansas. If you fail to plead, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon said Petition. SUBMITTED BY: Clayton E. Soule #21985 SOULE & GILES, L.L.P. P.O. Box 1123 209 South Summit Arkansas City, KS 67005 Phone: (620) 741-0000 Fax: (620) 442-6600
Prevention Leadership Team and the Sedgwick County Coalition for Mental Health and Substance Abuse. Because of those experiences, she sees mental health as a top priority for local government. “If we don’t address mental health issues, we won’t be able to affect child abuse, poverty and homeless,” she said. Mental health and substance abuse contribute hugely to those problems. Sedgwick County is about providing services, she said, and mental health care is one of those services. “As we’ve seen substance abuse grow, especially meth, we’ve seen other things related to that grow,” she said. Visiting with Sheriff Jeff Easter and Wichita Police Chief Gordon Ramsey, she said that 90 percent of people in jail are there for some crime related to drugs. “Our jail is over capacity. We can’t build big enough jails or prisons to
keep up with the growth,” she said. Miles said child abuse and neglect are growing problems, and more often than not it’s related to meth use. That in turns strains the foster care system and the court system. “We have to come up with solutions,” she said. Miles was born in Norman, Okla., and grew up in Tulsa. She came to Wichita more than 20 years ago when her husband, a Wichita native, accepted a job in aviation in his hometown. Her first job locally was in the radio and TV department at Butler Community College. She then became involved in the college’s marketing department. “That challenged me to do a lot in the community,” she said. She then became a consultant. Four years ago, Miles founded The Incubator for Nonprofits in Kansas. She had noticed that many nonprofit groups were
unsuccessful and need guidance. The organization helps groups launch, including instruction on how to build their boards and create bylaws, and helps them grow once luanched. “I’m looking for gaps in the community,” she said. In 2016, Miles became chief executive officer of the Nonprofit Chamber of Kansas. She said the group was about to shut its doors, and she has worked to rebuild the organization. “We’ve added almost 100 members in the past year,” she said. Miles wants to keep taxes low, and has concerns about the growth of property taxes through higher valuations. Serving as a committee precinct chairwoman has been her only political experience. “I’m not a career politician, I’m just a community activist,” she said. Miles, 57, is married with six children and 15 grandchildren.
Students earn KU honors
More than 6,100 undergraduate students at the University of Kansas earned honor roll distinction for the fall 2019 semester. Cheney students earning honors include Brandon Jones, Chase McGuire, Allie Twietmeyer and Joseph Underwood. Clearwater students earning honors include Caleb Bolan and Christie Strope. Garden Plain students earning honors include
Madalyn Gerant and Kara Heimerman. Goddard area students earning honors include Melissa Acosta, Ashley Arnold, Jenna Clasen, Ian Farris, Carter Friend, Sharon Gary, Callie Gowing, Luke Hersh, Scott Langenegger, Megan McCoy, Colin McCue, Macy Omli, Brooke Pogue, Kaidyn Smith, Isaac Svihus, Mackenzie Tade and Sydney Weese. The students, from KU’s Lawrence and Edwards
campuses and the schools of Health Professions and Nursing in Kansas City, Kansas, represent 84 of 105 Kansas counties, 46 other states and territories, and 43 other countries.
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Your Church Directory Cheney Churches Cheney Baptist Church
1502 N. Main, Cheney Wed. Night Children’s Program 6:45-8:10 pm • Wed. Night Service 7-8 pm • 9:30 am Sun. School 10:30 am & 6 pm Worship
Cheney United Methodist Church
Church of the Nazarene
529 E. Ross, Clearwater • 584-2452 Sun. School 9:30 am • 10:45 am and 6 pm Worship • Chris Griffin, Pastor
First Christian Church
524 Wood, Clearwater • 584-2458 www.achurchthatcares.net • Sat. Evening Worship 5 pm. • Sun. Worship 9:45 am Sun. Study 11 am • Pastor Dustin Morris
406 W. Third, Cheney • 542-3511 9:30 am Worship • 10:45 am Sun. School Rev. Aaron Duell • Youth Director Logan Bledsoe • Wed. After School Good News Club • HS Bible Study • MS/HS Youth Group cheneyumc.com
321 N. 4th St., Clearwater • 620-584-6708 www.riverks.com • riverks@riverks.com Sun. Service 10 am • Wed. Youth 6:30 pm Rusty Sizemore, Pastor
First Assembly of God
Garden Plain Churches
607 Washington St., Cheney 316-542-1008 • 10:30 am Sun. Worship Pastor Aaron & Glenda Rustl
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, School & Preschool
639 Lincoln, Cheney • Church: 540-0115 School: 542-3584 • St Paul’s Preschool, 302 W. 6th, 542-5060 • Sun.: 8:00 am Contemporary Worship • 9:15 am Sun. School/Bible Classes 10:30 am Traditional Worship Joseph Seifert, pastor
Trinity United Christian Church 416 N. Washington, Cheney • 540-6161 9:45 am Praise & Worship Service Rev. Steve Bridwell Wed. 6:00 pm TOWN Meeting Trinity Learning Center Preschool
Clearwater Churches Clearwater Church of Christ
13900 Diagonal Road, Clearwater 584-6301 • 9 am Sun. School 10 am & 6 pm Worship • 7 pm Wed. Service Lyle Hinsdale, Minister
Clearwater Evangelical Free Church
450 N. Fourth, Clearwater • 584-2367 9:15 am Sun. School • 10:30 am Worship Sun. 6 pm Youth Activities • Joe Eash, Pastor www.clearwaterefree.com
First Baptist Church
306 E. Ross, Clearwater • 584-2058 9:45 am Sun. School • 11 am Morning Worship • Wed. Ministry Night – 6 pm meal, 6:30 pm Kids for Christ, Youth Groups, and Adult Bible Study • Keith Kelley, Pastor
Clearwater United Methodist Church
130 N. First, Clearwater • 584-2456 Worship 9:30 am • Sun. School 10:45 am cumc@sktc.net • www.clearwaterumc.com Kendal Utt, Pastor
The River
St. Anthony’s Catholic Church
607 N. Main, Garden Plain • 531-2252 Offices: 616 N. Biermann St., Garden Plain Sat. Mass: 5:30 pm • Sun. Mass: 8 am & 10 am Rev. H Setter
Garden Plain Community Church
230 N. Section Line, Garden Plain (316) 535-2950 • Rita Moore, Pastor 9:45 am Sun. School (Sept thru May) 10:45 am Worship
Goddard Churches First Baptist Church
124 W. 2nd Avenue, Goddard • 794-2985 Sun. Worship Service 9:30am Sun. School 10:45am Pastor Rita Moore
Goddard United Methodist Church
300 N. Cedar, Goddard • 794-2207 • 9 am & 11 am Worship • Children’s church during both services • Nursery Available • 10 am Sun. School • Josh Gooding, Pastor Charley Worthey, Youth Pastor Jensen Church, Worship Director
Pathway Church
Goddard Campus: Sun at 9 am, 10:30 am, 12:00 pm & 5:30 pm, 18800 W. Kellogg, Goddard • Westlink Campus: Sat at 5 pm, Sun at 9 am & 10:30 am, 2001 N. Maize Rd. (21st & Maize), Wichita • Valley Center Campus: Sun at 10:30 am, 800 N. Meridian Ave. (Valley Center Middle School), Valley Center • 316-722-8020 www.pathwaychurch.com
Haysville Churches Christian Chapel Foursquare 5828 S. Broadway, Haysville • 524-0908 9:45 am Sunday School; 11 am Morning Worship; 6 pm Evening worship 7 pm Wednesday activities for every age John Meadows, Pastor
River Church & Academy
(Formerly River of Life Worship Center & Kiddie Kollege) Day Care Since 1968 1100 E. Grand, Haysville • 316-524-5800 9:45 am Sunday School; 11 am Morning Sunday service times 10 am & 6 pm; Wednesday 7 pm rivercurchks.com & Facebook: riverchurchks Loving God • Loving People • Loving Life Monte Leichner, Senior Pastor Chris Banks, Youth Pastor
Area Churches Milton Baptist Church
1213 N. Sycamore Road, Milton 620-478-2486 • Pastor Mike Justice Morning Worship 9:30 am Sunday School 11 am • Family Ministry Wed.: Light Dinner 6 pm, Bible Study 6:45 pm Wed. J.H. & H.S. Youth Group 6:45 pm, Round Up Kids 6:45 pm
Resurrection Lutheran Church, ELCA
3850 W. 71st S., Haysville • 522-1091 Education Hour 9 am • Service 10 am Nursery Available • Elizabeth Cummings, Pastor • www.rxluth.com
St. John’s Catholic Church
18630 W. 71st St. S., Viola, KS • Mass: 8 am Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri; Wed: 7:35 pm, Sat: 5:30 pm; Sun: 8 am & 10:30 am Confessions: Wed. 6:30 pm, Sat. 4:30 pm
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church St. Joe Road & 37th N., Ost (St. Joe) 444-2210 • 9 am Sun. Mass Mon.-Fri. Mass 8 am Sat. Mass 4 pm Fr. Daniel Duling
St. Rose Catholic Church
Mt. Vernon Road & 21st N., Mt. Vernon 444-2210 • 11 am Sun. Mass Fr. Daniel Duling
The Times-Sentinel encourages you to attend the church of your choice! Give us a call at 316-540-500 for more information on how to have a Church Directory listing.
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Cheney Chamber names new board, officers By Paul Rhodes The Times-Sentinel prhodes@tsnews.com
CHENEY – Members of the Cheney Chamber of Commerce have named a new board of directors for the coming year. Those new board members are Marcia Kampling, Ryan Runnells, Greg Rosenhagen, Rosanne Woolf, Jami Viner, Danielle Young and Dusty Hague. Now, the new board has met and selected officers from among that group. Those officers are Ryan Runnells, president; Dusty Hague, vice president; Marcia Kampling, treasurer; and Rosanne Woolf, secretary.
The new board members were elected at the March meeting of the Chamber. President Runnells noted that the chamber board is watching COVID-19 developments closely, and will make decisions as needed on future chamber meetings and events. Also at last month’s meeting, members firmed up the committees that the chamber will be operating for the coming year. Those committees are Come Home for Christmas, Celebrate Cheney, the Sedgwick County Fair and Souders Museum, Main Street, and Membership. In other business at the March meeting, chamber
members: • Heard a report on renovation of the Cheney Senior Center. • Noted that two teachers in the local district, Laurel Thisius at the elementary school and Travis Johnson at the high school, have been named as teachers of the year and will move on to a state competition. • Noted that four students have been offered large art scholarships at Friends University following a recent art show. • Heard a report from the Cheney Recreation Commission, including an update on the new ball fields on the south edge of town.
• Noted that the Diamond Dawgs, a summer college baseball team, will be back for another season. • Heard a report on the formation of a Cheney Municipal Band. Anyone who is interested in participating can contact Julia Webb or Travis Johnson. • Noted that a cleanup day is being planned for this spring at Souders Museum. • Noted that the Cheney Ministerial Alliance is planning an Easter Sunrise Service at Cheney United Methodist Church. That service may be subject to change due to the coronavirus.
Clearwater Chamber moves meeting By Paul Rhodes
The Times-Sentinel prhodes@tsnews.com
CLEARWATER – Members of the Clearwater Chamber of Commerce moved their meeting last week to the board room at the USD 264 offices, since the group’s regular meeting place was off limits to the public. Clearwater’s chamber meetings normally are held at The Village, part of the Clearwater Nursing and Rehab complex. That facility already was limiting visitors last week. Much of the meeting discussion at the chamber gathering focused on the growing threat of the COVID-19 virus, and it’s impact on the community and its businesses. Discussion items included: • SKT’s termination of television service in the community. A company representative noted that SKT will focus on internet service moving ahead. • City clerk Courtney Meyer noted that the city is working on the 2020
GD Chamber talks web options By Paul Rhodes
The Times-Sentinel
GODDARD – Members of the Goddard Chamber of Commerce learned a lot about their organization’s website during the group’s regular monthly meeting. Chamber executive director Angie Duntz gave an overview of the organization’s website, which has numerous features for both members and the general public. Members have several opportunities with the new website, which were covered in a presentation to the group on hand for last week’s meeting. One important feature is that members can submit events to be put on the website’s calendar of events. Members also can register for events through the website. “We’re hoping this can become a one-stop shop for community events,” said Duntz. Another important fea-
ture of the website is the opportunity for members to link up their website and company information to the chamber’s website. That option is available to members for a small annual fee. From there, the general public can access the calendar of events, as well as the member profiles on the website. All of the features of the website are designed to provide more services for members, and more access to members’ businesses through the website. In other business at the meeting last week: • Organizers said the Health Fair sponsored by the Goddard Chamber of Commerce was well attended. • The Goddard Chamber of Commerce has a mentoring program, and mentors are available to be paired up with businesses. For more information, contact the chamber office at 316-833-8385.
PUBLIC NOTICE First Published in The Times-Sentinel March 26, 2020 (1t)
ORDINANCE NO. 849 AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE ZONING FROM AN R-1 TO AN R-3 ZONING CLASSIFICATION FOR THE PROPERTY LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS LOTS 17-18 OF BLOCK 13 OF THE ORIGINAL TOWN OF GODDARD, COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS 227 CEDAR STREET: WHEREAS, notice of a March 9, 2020, Goddard Planning Commission public hearing on changing the zoning classification from R-1 to R-3 was published in the official city newspaper on February 6th, 2020. Paul Rhodes/The Times-Sentinel
Sedgwick County commissioner Michael O-Donnell visits with members of the Clearwater Chamber of Commerce during their meeting last week.
Census and is trying to get as many residents registered as possible. The city also has new housing incentives in place, and is advertising those around the area. • School superintendent Paul Becker noted that district officials were meeting later that day on the coronavirus, and that closings were hanging in the balance. • County commission member Michael O’Donnell attended last week’s
New date for Gold Star Banquet HAYSVILLE – The annual Gold Star Banquet, hosted the Haysville Chamber of Commerce, has a new date. The annual celebration, which includes the presentation of scholarships to local students, is now set for June 20. The banquet will still be held at the Haysville Senior Center. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m., with dinner at 6 p.m. The program will take place at 6:45 p.m., and the casino will run 7-9 p.m. The cost is $40 per person. To RSVP, contact Tim Massey at the Chamber at 316-529-2461.
meeting and noted the substantial economic development package that is being worked on for a new cotton warehouse in the city’s industrial park. He noted the work Sedgwick County is doing to be prepared for the virus, and a teletown hall meeting that was planned for this week. • Terry Shinkle with Webb-Shinkle Mortuary noted that obituary notifications with Channel 2 are going away, and local residents can sign up through
the mortuary’s website to receive obituary alerts and notifications. The website is www.wsmortuary.com. • New police chief Kirk Ives was introduced to chamber members. • The Clearwater Foundation has received funds to put an expansion on the Clearwater Wellness Center. • City officials noted that long-time city employee Kevin Bush is retiring after 37 years. A retirement celebration is being planned.
A ORDINANCE CREATING A COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT IN THE CITY OF GODDARD, KANSAS; AUTHORIZING CERTAIN IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS THEREIN; APPROVING THE ESTIMATED COSTS OF SUCH IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS; CONTAINING THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION AND MAP OF THE BOUNDARIES OF THE DISTRICT; LEVYING A COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT SALES TAX; AND APPROVING THE METHOD OF FINANCING THE IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS.
On March 23, 2020, the City of Haysville, Kansas adopted Ordinance No. 1068, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE LAND USE MAP OF THE CITY OF HAYSVILLE, KANSAS.
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 2020-04 was published twice in The Times Sentinel, the official City newspaper, on March 5 and March 12, 2020; and
A complete copy of this ordinance is available at https://www. haysville-ks.com or at City Hall, 200 W. Grand, Haysville, Kansas. This summary certified by Josh Pollak, City Attorney.
WHEREAS, the governing body has heretofore on this date conducted a public hearing on advisability of creating the Community Improvement District; and
PUBLIC NOTICE First Published in The Times-Sentinel March 26, 2020 (1t)
Summary of Ordinance No. 1067 City of Haysville, Kansas On March 23, 2020, the City of Haysville, Kansas adopted Ordinance No. 1067, AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF RESERVE A, BLOCK 1, HAYSVILLE RECREATION ADDITION TO HAYSVILLE, SEDGWICK COUNTY, KANSAS (DORNER PARK) FROM “AA” SINGLE FAMILY TO “A” SINGLE FAMILY within the City of Haysville, Kansas. A complete copy of this ordinance is available at https://www. haysville-ks.com or at City Hall, 200 W. Grand, Haysville, Kansas. This summary certified by Josh Pollak, City Attorney.
PUBLIC NOTICE First Published in The Times-Sentinel March 26, 2020 (1t)
Summary of Ordinance No. 1066 City of Haysville, Kansas On March 23, 2020, the City of Haysville, Kansas adopted Ordinance No. 1066, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 12, ARTICLE 1, SECTION 12-115 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF HAYSVILLE TO PROVIDE EXCEPTIONS TO KSA 41719(d) REGARDING THE CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR PURSUANT TO THE CITY’S AUTHORITY GRANTED IN KSA 41-719(e) within the City of Haysville, Kansas. A complete copy of this ordinance is available at https://www. haysville-ks.com or at City Hall, 200 W. Grand, Haysville, Kansas. This summary certified by Josh Pollak, City Attorney.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF GODDARD, KANSAS: Section 1. Rezoning Property The lot(s) currently and legally described as lot (s) 17-18 of Block 13 of the Original town of Goddard, zoned R-1 Single Family Residential District, are now rezoned as R-3 MultipleFamily Residential District. Section 2. Effective Date This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force thirty (30) days from and after its Publication in the official city newspaper. Passed by the City Council this 6th Day of April 2020. Approved by the Mayor this 6th Day of April 2020. SEAL /s/ JAMEY BLUBAUGH, MAYOR ATTEST: /s/ TERI LAYMON, CITY CLERK
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Summary of Ordinance No. 1068 City of Haysville, Kansas
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WHEREAS, the Goddard Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on March 9, 2020 on changing the zoning classification from a R-1 zoning to a R-3 zoning and after reviewing the information presented, voted to approve said change, pursuant to K.S.A 12-757.
PUBLIC NOTICE
WHEREAS, the governing body of the City of Goddard, Kansas (the “City”), has heretofore received a Petition pursuant to K.S.A. 12-6a26 et seq. (the “Act”) and passed Resolution No. 20-04 of the City, containing the time and place of a public hearing on the advisability of creating a community improvement district (the “Community Improvement District”), the general nature of proposed improvement projects within the Community Improvement District (the “Projects”), the estimated costs of the Projects, the proposed method of financing the Projects, the proposed amount a sales tax within the Community Improvement District, the proposed method of assessment, if any, and a map and legal description of the proposed Community Improvement District; and
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WHEREAS, certified mail was sent out to owners of real property within 200 feet of the property to notify them of the public meeting and the proposed re-zoning.
WHEREAS, the governing body hereby finds and determines it to be advisable to pass this Ordinance to create the Community Improvement District, authorize the Projects therein, approve the estimated costs of such improvement Projects, contain the legal description and map of the boundaries of the Community Improvement District, levy a community improvement district sales tax and approve the method of financing the improvement Projects, all in accordance with the provisions of the Act. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF GODDARD, KANSAS: SECTION 1. Creation of Community Improvement District; Legal Description and Map. The governing body hereby finds and determines that it is advisable to create, in accordance with the provisions of the Act, the Community Improvement District. The legal description of the Community Improvement District is LOT 1, BLOCK 1, TANGANYIKA WILDLIFE PARK ADDITION, CITY OF GODDARD, SEDGWICK COUNTY, KANSAS, commonly known as 1000 S. Hawkins Lane, Goddard, Kansas. A map of the property contained in the Community Improvement District is set forth on Schedule I attached hereto and incorporated by reference herein. SECTION 2. Authorization of Community Improvement District Projects; Estimated Costs. The governing body hereby authorizes the improvement Projects within the Community Improvement District, as more fully described below: Construction, acquisition, furnishing and equipping of a Splash Park, event facilities, enlarged playground, Safari Park, Education building, Children’s zoo, new lion facility, enlarged gift shop, expanded parking; utilities; landscaping; lighting; signage; marketing, advertising and promotion; cleaning, maintenance, and upkeep of the property; art, sculptures and other cultural amenities; security personnel and facilities; water man-
agement and drainage related items; professional services; eligible financing costs; additional soft costs of the Project; and the City’s administrative and permit costs and fees in establishing, permitting and maintaining the District. The estimated costs of the Projects are $8,300,000. SECTION 3. Method of Financing. (a) The costs of the proposed Projects are proposed to be financed by “Pay-as-you-go financing,” as defined in K.S.A. 12-6a27, and paid from the fund of the City identified in K.S.A. 12-6a34. It is estimated that the City will pay $1,650,000 to the petitioner/property owner, or its successor(s) or a related business entity, which amount shall not be limited in amount by this Ordinance authorizing the Projects. (b) There will be no special assessments levied on property within the boundaries of the Community Improvement District. SECTION 4. Levy of Sales Tax. In order to provide funds to finance the costs of the Projects, the levy, in accordance the provisions of the Act, of a community improvement district sales tax within the Community Improvement District, in an amount of 2% on the selling of tangible personal property at retail or rendering or furnishing services within the Community Improvement District (the “Sales Tax”), is authorized and directed. The collection of the Sales Tax shall commence on July 1, 2020 and shall expire 22 years from such commencement date. The Sales Tax shall be administered, collected and subject to the provisions of K.S.A. 12-187 et seq. The City Clerk, upon passage of this Ordinance, shall provide a certified copy of the same to the State Director of Taxation pursuant to K.S.A. 12-189. SECTION 5. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect and be in full force from and after its passage by the governing body, approval by the Mayor and publication of the Ordinance or a summary thereof in the official City newspaper. PASSED by the governing body on March 23, 2020, and APPROVED AND SIGNED by the Mayor. (Seal) /s/Jamey Blubaugh, Mayor ATTEST: /s/Teri Laymon, Clerk SCHEDULE I MAP OF COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
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Other businesses feel the downside of things By Travis Mounts
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While grocery stores employees are putting in extra hours and working as hard as they can to keep up with demand, it’s a different story at other local businesses. At least two local dental clinics have closed their doors. Many people have been canceling appointments. In addition, the American Dental Association last week encouraged dentists across the nation to postpone elective procedures in response to COVID-19. “The ADA is deeply concerned for the health and well-being of the public and the dental team. In order for dentistry to do its part to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, the ADA recommends dentists nationwide postpone elective proce-
Order From Page A1 Stolz said the county is “data poor” at the moment, meaning there are likely additional cases that remain undiagnosed, in part due to a nationwide shortage of testing kits. However, he said that the county is “data rich” based on what has happened in other American cities and overseas. At Monday’s special county commission meeting, two different doctors urged the county to adopt the stay-at-home order. They said that based on what happened in other communities, it is highly likely that Sedgwick County will see an explosion of cases over the next few weeks. They said evidence
dures for the next three weeks,” read a statement on the ADA website. Twietmeyer Dentistry in Cheney suspended all non-emergency procedures effective Monday, and that will continue through April 6. Goddard Family Dental made a similar announcement over the weekend. Palmer Dental Clinic in Haysville has postponed hygiene and orthodontic appointments, but as of Tuesday were still seeing patients. Medical clinics are still open, but any patient who suspects they may have been infected with COVID-19 strongly urged to call their doctor rather than going to the clinic, to prevent exposing others to the disease. Medical clinics are considered essential businesses and will remain open if a shelter-in-place order is issued. Please call your
showed that reacting too slowly will results in many more cases. Minns’ order comes less than 24 hours after the Sedgwick County Commission voted to recommend a stay-at-home order. The commission, which also acts as the county board of health, held special meetings on Sunday evening and late Monday afternoon. The second meeting was designed to give a health recommendation to Minns. The commission voted 3-2 in favor of adopting a stay-at-home order similar to what has been adopted in the Kansas City area, and used Johnson County’s order as a model. David Dennis, whose district includes Cheney, Garden Plain and Goddard along with west
doctor ahead of any visit to make sure you are following all procedures. Restaurants have been handling things differently. The service industry has been one of the hardest-hit across the country, and those concerns are impacting local decisions. As this week began, many restaurants had already switched to carry-out or curbside delivery options, and those with home delivery service were staying busy. Some places still had their dining rooms open, although they were required to keep their occupancy below 50 people and were practicing social distancing. Local restaurants with buffets and salad bars had discontinued them by the end of last week. The latest change came on Monday, when Gov. Laura Kelly issued a new executive order
Wichita and western Sedgwick County, voted for the recommendation. Michael O’Donnell, who represents Clearwater and Haysville along with parts of south Wichita and southern Sedgwick County, was opposed. Commissioner Lacey Cruse made the motion. O’Donnell made a substitute motion that would have seen the county make no recommendation, but he only drew support from commissioner Jim Howell. Commissioners considered two other options. One would have been to simply follow the governor’s directive limiting public gatherings to no more than 10 people. The other would have been to follow the governor’s executive orders with additional restrictions, such as allowing restau-
that limited statewide gatherings to just 10 people. That in effect ends dine-in service at restaurants across Kansas. Some local restaurants have decided to close indefinitely. The Getaway Lounge in Garden Plain made an announcement on Saturday, and Armando’s Mexican Grill said Sunday it was closing as of March 24. Hank Is Wiser Brewery in Cheney did not open last weekend. An announcement on social media on Monday said that the Subway in Cheney was closing until further notice, and China’s Bar and Grill decided to close effective Wednesday. Those businesses will remain closed until further notice. That list could change hourly, so it is advised to call your favorite restaurant or check their social media and websites for the latest information. On Monday afternoon, the
rants to remain open only for drive-thru or curbside service and for delivery, and closing bars and nightclubs. On Monday, Gov. Laura Kelly issued new executive orders, including one that limits public gatherings to 10 people anywhere in Kansas. The order went into effect Tuesday, March 24. Sedgwick County’s stay-at-home order takes effect Wednesday, March 25, and will run for at least 30 days. Residents will still be able to do a number of everyday activities. That list includes going to the grocery store or other retail stores for food, household cleaning supplies, etc.; medical visits for yourself or family members; veterinarian visits or purchasing pet supplies; caring
Sedgwick County Commission voted to recommend that the county’s chief medical officer, Dr. Garold Minns, issue a stay-at-home order. That order was issued Tuesday (see related story). Meanwhile, gas prices have dropped across the area. That is partly due to coronavirus fears as some parts of the country are under stay-at-home orders and many companies are instituting work-from-home policies. In addition, economic fears are curbing consumption. An ongoing oil market price war between Russia and Saudi Arabia, two of the world’s largest oil producers, also is contributing to the price drop. Kansas was among 19 states that by Friday saw gas fall under $2 per gallon. Those states were located in the Midwest, southern Great Plains and the southeast part of the United States.
for a family member or pet in another household; and traveling for work with essential businesses. In addition, you can still engage in outdoor activities as long as social distancing is maintained. That means you are free to go for a jog, take your kids or pets for a walk, do yard work, or play in the yard. Utilizing playground equipment is strongly discouraged because of the risk of disease transmission. Non-essential businesses will need to close or make work-from home arrangements. There are a number of businesses that are considered essential and can remain open. This list of essential businesses can be found on The Times-Sentinel website at tsnews.com. Click on this story, and
scroll down for the link. Furthermore, the county has provided specific contact information to help citizens and businesses with their questions and concerns. • If you believe you or a loved one may need to be tested for COVID-19, call the United Way helpline at 2-1-1. • If you have questions about the stay-at-home order, including whether your business is considered an essential business, call Sedgwick County at 316-660-9000. • Please reserve calling 9-1-1 for actual emergencies; they do not have the staff to field questions about essential businesses, etc. • You also can email questions and concerns to stayathomefaq@sedgwick. gov.
How to clean when faced with a shortage of supplies
In light of concerns about COVID-19, various health organizations have issued specific instructions on how to maintain personal safety and cleanliness. These recommendations involve using common household products to sanitize homes, offices and public spaces. As people take such precautions, many are stocking up on extra essentials — resulting in shortages. Everything from hand sanitizers to paper towels may be hard to find on grocery store shelves, leaving some to wonder what they can do to remain safe without sanitizers? The Environmental Protection Agency states that coronaviruses are some of the easiest types of viruses to kill because they have an envelope around them that enables them to merge with other cells and infect them. If that protective coating can be disrupted, the virus can’t do its job. For those having trouble finding well-known cleaning agents, these alternatives may suffice.
Hot water and soap
The reason hand-washing is at the top of the list of sanitizing methods is because it is so effective at washing away viruses and bacteria. Friction from
scrubbing with soap and water can help break the protective envelope, states the EPA. Soap and water can clean all surfaces in a home, especially when applying a little extra elbow grease.
Hydrogen peroxide
As people clear isopropyl (rubbing alcohol) off the shelves, do not discount hydrogen peroxide. The CDC says household hydrogen peroxide at 3 percent concentration can deactivate rhinovirus, the virus that causes the common cold, within six to eight minutes of contact. Coronavirus is easier to destroy than rhinovirus, so hydrogen peroxide may be effective at combatting that virus as well. Natural items can be used for general cleaning, but have not been endorsed for use on COVID-19 disinfection. In lieu of shortages, white vinegar, baking soda pastes and citrus oils and juices could fill the void of chemically-based cleansers for other home tasks. TF204937 SOCIAL MEDIA TEXT: For those having trouble finding well-known cleaning agents, these alternatives may suffice.
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Groceries From Page A1 morning. “It was gone by the end of Friday,” she said. It’s a similar story at Mize’s. “We are very busy,” said Brad Mize. “We are seeing more out-of-towners now than we did in the first three days (of the rush). We’re just working more. I’m very lucky I have good help. Mize said stores are limited on how many items they can get their hands on. “We typically carry about 32,000 items in the story. It looks like we’re half-empty,” he said, adding that he’s limiting his order to about 900 items, the top 20 percent of what customers are buying. “I have to pick and choose what I want. Do I want a box of hamburger or a box of dog food?” SPK has seen milk sales quadruple, and they sold 350 dozen eggs in a two day-period. “We love the level of business,” said Dave Clark, another manager at SPK. He said they have seen an influx of Dillons and Walmart shoppers. “They’re showing up from Wichita.” Pauly said there is a core group of customers she worries about, and that’s
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older shoppers. “We want to make sure our elderly folks are taken care of. They’re always here for us,” she said. Mize said this has been a learning process for grocers. “I know what people don’t want – the things I have on the shelves,” he said with a laugh. All three stores have cut their own meat and have been able to keep up with demand, while some stores in Wichita are out. Pauly and Mize said they have been hearing from a number of shoppers in Wichita who drove to their stores and we were surprised not only that the stores had meat, but at the high quality. SPK had a delivery driver from the Kansas City area purchase meat to take home because his local stores have been out. Flour, sugar and yeast also have been popular purchases. Mize said the bread companies have been cutting supplies to stores as they struggle to keep up with demand. Pauly said a number kids, now stuck at home, are learning to bake. Tortilla sales also are up, presumably as an alternative to bread. Osner said Hired Man’s always has had good
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community support, and shoppers are being mindful of others. “The local people are good. They’re buying only what they need and looking out for others,” she said. Neither Hired Man’s nor Mize’s had instituted limits on supplies. SPK has put limits on paper goods, bleach, cleaning wipes and hand sanitizers. Some families are coming in to shop, and splitting into separate lines at the last moment to get around the one-per-family limit. Another shopper was seen buying toilet paper, going outside, and then coming back in to buy more while going through a different check-out line, one local grocery said. The stores hope the upswing in business will continue after things return to normal. They know that some of the customers they are seeing now are folks who have been shopping at national chains in Wichita. “We took care of them at this critical moment. We hope they will take care of us,” Mize said. Pauly echoed that. “So many people have thanked us for being here,” she said. “We’re here for our people.”
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A grassroots effort in Wichita and surrounding communities is working to make sure groceries get to the people who need them. Grocery Getters is a new Facebook group designed to put at-risk individuals who need to stay at home in contact with volunteers willing to assist them with grocery shopping, picking up meals or running errands. Donovan Weik of Wichita helped launch this effort after visiting a local grocery store. “I saw several elderly folks that were 80 and older in Cash Saver in Haysville amid all the chaos and it crushed me,” he said. He teamed up with Wendy Coley to toss around ideas, and they decided to make the Grocery Getters group. They have since gotten support from the United Way, Senior Services of Wichita, Wichita Police Chief Gordon Ramsey and Wichita Mayor Brandon Whipple. And the effort is already extending to other communities, including Cheney, Wellington, Newton, Hutchinson and El Dorado. Other towns are being included as more volunteers sign up. Weik said that volunteers can get the list, shop and get paid upon delivery, or get payment with the list, go shopping and then deliver the goods with change
and a receipt. This service is not providing free groceries. Beneficiaries must pay for their own food. Volunteers are there to make sure people who are unable to shop for themselves have a way for food to be delivered to them. Weik said it is possible some volunteers can help with other light errands. Each assistance call is handled on a case-by-case basis. “We do our best to vet all volunteers and also to send two volunteers when possible. However, this does take a level of trust and kindness. We have faith that love for thy neighbor will prevail during this crisis,” Weik said. He stressed that this service is not for healthy people who don’t want to go out. “Our focus is the elderly, health compromised, disabled, and sick.” For assistance or to be a volunteer, email GroceryGettersWichita@gmail. com. You can search for the Grocery Getters-Wichita, KS group on Facebook and request to be a member of the group.
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here’s never been another season like it in the history of the Campus Colts boys basketball team. A No. 1 ranking. An undefeated 23-0 record. League and substate championships. In a word, perfection. The only thing missing is a State championship. The Colts were denied the satisfaction of lifting a trophy – not by an opponent, but by a disease that has become a global pandemic. COVID-19 is that foe, and it wiped out March
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Social distancing tips: 15 ways to stay both sane and safe
Practicing social distancing to mitigate the COVID-19 pandemic may sound scary or impossible to do, but there are ways to appropriately handle the process, says Jagdish Khubchandani, a health science professor at Ball State University. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued guidelines to limit the spread of COVID-19 that include recommendations for social distancing – a term epidemiologists use to refer to a conscious effort to reduce close contact between people and hopefully stymie community transmission of the virus. “Social distancing can be tough on people and disrupt the social and economic fibers of our society,” Khubchandani said. “Given the existing crisis of isolation in societies – with probably the loneliest young generation that we have today – social distancing can also take a personal health toll on people, causing psychological problems, among many others.” Khubchandani recommended 15 ways to counterbalance the effects of social distancing: 1. Maintain a routine. As much as possible, social distancing should not disrupt your sleep-wake cycle, working hours, and daily activities. 2. Make social distancing a positive by taking
the time to focus on your personality and personal health, reassessing your work, training, diet patterns, physical activity levels, and health habits. 3. Carve time to cook for yourself and others in need. Add more fruits, vegetable, vitamins, and proteins to your diet (most adults in the United States do not consume enough fruits and vegetables). Get 2-3 meals a day. 4. Go for a walk or exercise at home. Definitely go out in nature as much as possible. Only half of American adults today get enough exercise. 5. Do not let anxiety or being at home lead you to indulge in binge eating or alcohol and drug use. Don’t oversleep, but do sleep at least 7 hours. Our recent study found that more than a third of Americans sleep less than 7 hours. 6. Social distancing can cause anxiety and depression due to disruption of routines, isolation, and fear due to a pandemic. If you or someone you know is struggling, there are ways to get help from a distance. 7. Think forward and try to make best use of technology to finish your work, attend meetings, and engage with coworkers with the same frequency that is required during active office hours. The good news: Working from
home can make people more productive and happier. 8. Small breaks due to social distancing are also times to reassess your skill and training- think of an online course, certification, training, personality development, or new language to learn. 9. Engage in spring cleaning, clear that clutter, and donate non-junk household stuff. Household clutter can harbor infections, pollutants, and create unhygienic spaces. 10. Social distancing should not translate to an unhealthy life on social media. While you can certainly become a victim of myths, misinformation, anxiety, and fear mongering, you may also inadvertently become a perpetrator, creating more trouble for communities. 11. Based on American Time Use Survey and leisure related time-spending patterns worldwide, we spend too much time on screen. Except for 1-2 times day to watch national news for general consumption and local news to check spread of COVID-19 in your own community, you are likely over-consuming information and taking away time from yourself and friends and family. 12. Reach out to people and offer help. Social distancing should also help reinvest in and recreate
social bonds. Consider providing for and helping those at risk or marginalized (e.g. the elderly, disabled, and homeless; survivors of natural disasters; and those living in shelters). You will certainly find someone in the neighborhood who needs some help, this can be done from a distance, on phone, or by online activities and giving. 13. Check your list of contacts on email and phone. Certainly, there are people you have not talked to in a while – time to check on their wellbeing and connect. This will also help you feel more connected, social, healthier, and engaged. Be kind to all; you never know who is struggling and how you can make a difference. 14. Engage in alternative activities to keep your mind and body active such as: listening to music and singing, trying dancing or biking, yoga or meditation, taking virtual tours of museums and places of interest, sketching and painting, reading books or novels, solving puzzles or engaging in board games, trying new recipes and learning about other cultures, etc. 15. Do not isolate yourself totally (physical distancing should not become social isolation). Don’t be afraid, don’t panic, and do keep communicating with others.
Legislator pushes for coronavirus relief for small businesses By Adam Strunk Newton Now
State Rep. Tim Hodge (D-North Newton) is making a last ditch effort before the session is out to get the state to take care of small businesses affected by the coronavirus shutdown. Those are his words. “We’re going to lose a lot of revenue on Main Street,” he said of the pending shut down to slow the virus’s spread. “I learned from 2008 and 2009. Those bail outs went to the big banks and corporations. They didn’t trickle down to us. And here we are getting beat up again, and the only people winning are the fattest pigs at the trough – the big companies and the big banks.” Hodge penned a letter to request Gov. Laura Kelly, also a Democrat, take actions he thinks will help save small Kansas businesses. Hodge said that he’s worried many such businesses would have to close after the social distancing drove down revenues.
One part of Hodge’s plan would be for the state to put off collecting sales and alcohol tax for a year from small businesses and restaurants in the state. Then they will pay the revenue back if they can. “The idea is it becomes an interest-free loan that has the possibility of being forgiven,” he said. “Without our mom and pops, we aren’t Kansas.” Hodge also requested that the state defer property tax collection for four to five months to avoid hitting farmers and families during May. Hodge said the state currently has surpluses and the surpluses are there to get Kansas through tough times. “I’m not going to let the big businesses run off with the surplus again,” he said. “That’s what it’s trying to do.” When asked if any of these requests will actually be accomplished, Hodge said he thought it was possible. He said the Governor would have the power for such relief measures for local businesses through
the declared state of emergency. “She could suspend these things,” he said. “That’s what I’m trying to influence her to do. She has to seriously consider them. I think she’ll be nervous initially, but at some point, things are going to get bad in Kansas.” Hodge outlined a bit about what’s going on in the legislative session. Earlier on Monday, the state banned gatherings of more than 50. The Kansas House of Representatives seats far more than 50 people. “Everything’s happening so fast,” he said. “The leadership’s trying to get us out before we contract this.” The legislature has already had one scare with a legislator recently being tested for the virus, though the tests eventually came back negative. Hodge said his hope was that eventually some relief measures would make it to small Kansas businesses who will be in trouble with no help. “I don’t think we’re even close to digesting all of the tsunamis that are going to be happening as a result of interruptions,” he said.
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Try to get ahead with How Medicare is covering coronavirus Savvy Senior German red cabbage
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Lindsey Young Despite all the craziness at the grocery store lately, I decided to head out to our local spot to get supplies for a new recipe I wanted to try. We were going to have some specialty German sausage for dinner, graciously shared with us by a friend, and I wanted to get something traditional to go with it. After searching online, I determined I would make a warm German potato salad and some German red cabbage. When I got to my produce section, that plan had to quickly change. There wasn’t a single potato in sight. Not a Russet or a fingerling or a Yukon gold. Nothing. I’ve never seen such a thing in my life. Realizing I was out of luck for potato salad, I turned my attention to the
cabbage area. Leaves were strewn about, and there were no green heads left. I was afraid I was going to have to come up with a new plan, but I finally spied two very small heads of red cabbage hidden in the back of the display. I decided to scoop them up for our dinner, figuring two small heads equaled one medium one. So, while I’m sharing this recipe with you this week, I can’t promise you’ll be able to find the ingredients for a bit, but save it, because this turned out great and was an especially delicious side dish to German sausage. This recipe comes from the website “Quick German Recipes” and is by Oma Gerhild Fulson. (“Oma” is German for “Grandma.”) I recommend checking out her site. She has lots of traditional recipes and even has a cookbook out. You can find the original post at https://www.quick-german-recipes.com/recipe-for-red-cabbage.html. I left the sugar out of my version.
Oma’s Red Cabbage Ingredients 1 medium head red cabbage, shredded 2 tablespoons oil 1 large onion, diced 3 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and shredded 1/2 cup sweet red wine (I used a cabernet savignon) 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar salt and pepper to taste 1/2 rounded teaspoon nutmeg 1/4 rounded teaspoon cloves 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons corn starch Directions In a deep pot or very large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat and saute the onion until lightly browned. Add the shredded cabbage and apples and saute for a few minutes, stirring regularly to incorporate the ingredients. Mix in one cup of water along with the red wine, cider vinegar, salt and pepper, nutmeg, cloves, lemon juice and corn starch. Cover the pan and let it simmer for somewhere between 30 minutes and an hour, depending on how tender you want your cabbage. Check and stir every five minutes or so. Once the cabbage is to your desired tenderness, taste test it to see if you need to add any more spices, and add more cornstarch if you want to thicken up the juice a bit more. Serve hot. This had some really nice flavor combinations going on – a little tartness from the apples and vinegar, sweetness from the wine, and warmth from the spices. Plus, it was absolutely gorgeous. Two words of warning, though. One, it will make your whole house smell like cabbage, which I can tell you was not a plus in Joey’s book. Two, red cabbage likes to stain your fingers, so be ready for a little pop of color on your palms from handling it.
I was glad to be able to find just enough ingredients to make my German red cabbage this week, and it gave me a huge appreciation for our local grocers and those who work in that industry. I bet these are exhausting times, and it’s a good reminder of how lucky I am that fresh produce and an abundance of food is normally always at my fingertips. Hopefully, our grocery stores—and our communities—will be back to normal in no time.
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Dear Nelly, Yes! Medicare is indeed covering the cost of testing for the coronavirus, or COVID-19. But be aware that getting a test isn’t as simple as going to your local pharmacy or doctor’s office and asking for one. Here’s a breakdown of what Medicare is covering, along with how to get tested if you think you may have symptoms. Medicare Coverage Medicare (Part B) will cover the lab test to see if you have coronavirus, but only when your doctor or other health care provider orders it. You will pay no out-of-pocket costs for these tests. In addition, Medicare also covers all medically necessary hospitalizations. This includes if you’re diagnosed with COVID-19 and might otherwise have been discharged from the hospital after an inpa-
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In normal times, most consumers don’t think twice about a quick trip to the grocery store to pick up a few items. But these are not normal times. With the threat of the new coronavirus, COVID-19, hanging over most of the country, “social distancing” has become a commonly understood term, one that makes planning trips to the grocery more important. “In our home, the new object of the game is to see if we can put off a trip to the store,” said Sandy Procter, a nutrition specialist with K-State Research and Extension. “We are challenging ourselves to not make the quick, short trip, if that’s still possible, and to wait until we have a more complete list. It’s our way of trying to minimize those trips and the
(social) connections that we are supposed to avoid right now.” Procter said “it makes more sense than ever to have a plan” when shopping for a quarantine or during a time when we should avoid being around others. “And then we need to follow that plan and utilize what we have on hand before we make what used to be a second-natured, quick trip to the grocery store,” she said. “We need to be a little more intentional in how we shop; do some work ahead of time to plan meals, then use what we have on hand so that we can keep our distance until things get better.” Planning a week’s worth of meals isn’t always easy for some. “I have friends who write day-to-day menus in their normal life, and that works well
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but to avoid multiple trips to the store during the week, be sure to buy canned goods too. “Foods that are in cans or frozen are packed at their peak of nutritional value, so we know that those are healthy foods,” Procter said. “Use the fresh items first, then incorporate those that will keep longer.” • Include kids in meal planning. “They will probably have some good ideas, and there are lessons that can be shared, too,” Procter said. It’s one of those times that we will think back on and you’ll appreciate having the time to hang out with the kids and teaching them to cook.” More information can be found on the Extension food nutrition and safety website, https:// www.ksre.k-state.edu/ foodsafety.
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As this week started, it appears more and more Kansas counties are looking to enact stay-at-home orders similar to what was adopted by Johnson and Wyandotte counties last weekend. Through various state and local orders, and through voluntary action taken by many operations, many businesses have closed their doors and cut back on their operations. Other businesses are cutting back as their cus-
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nities in Kansas, from one-stoplight towns to major metropolitan areas. Now more than ever, they need the support of their communities. Your local newspaper is one of those businesses. Newspapers have long been part of the fabric of the communities they serve. Journalists across the state have been scrambling to bring you the ever-changing news concerning the COVID-19 outbreak, to
Celebrating…then sheltering Clyde Swansen is celebrating his 90th birthday this week. Clyde is my girlfriend Kim’s father, so he’s my father, too – for all practical purposes. I’ve known Clyde for more than five years now, and he’s a man I admire a lot. Anyone who lives to be 90 years old is worth admiring. The fact that Clyde is happy and healthy and still on the go is even more cause for admiration. For some time now, we had been planning on celebrating Clyde’s birthday this past weekend. First, we had some grand ideas about a big celebration involving family and lots of friends. Then COVID-19 reared its ugly head in the United States. As the situation got worse, we pared the celebration back to the point where it was questionable whether we would even have it as the weekend approached. This was the weekend where we knew that a stay-at-home order for Sedgwick County could be coming at any time. We felt like we needed to use our time safely… and wisely. This could be it for any outings from home short of emergency situations. We visited friends on Saturday afternoon and
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noted that we would stay in touch by phone, and ran errands that we felt were necessary to prepare us for the days and possibly weeks ahead. And then we went home to cook some food for Clyde’s birthday. Clyde lives in Sterling, Kan. Sunday’s party was set for his daughter Karen’s house in Larned, Kan. She provided the safe setting for the birthday party, so we provided the food… and Clyde. It was a long, lonesome drive to Larned on a Sunday afternoon. The trip there was filled with laughter and visiting as Kim, Clyde and I used up our nervous energy on an endless stream of conversation. The party was simple by design. Only seven of us were invited, and only six of us showed up. But we had all the elements of a celebration that would make an old man smile.
Food. Dessert. Candles. Lots of balloons. And some presents that were both heart-felt and funny. It was obvious that Clyde had a great time. We wore him out, and on the way home all of us were a lot quieter than we had been on the way to Larned. “Maybe next time we need to meet in the middle,” Clyde said on the way home. It was an astute observation for a tired, 90-year-old birthday boy. Back in Sterling, we got Clyde settled into his house and then Kim and I finished our journey home. Yes, it had been a long, long day. But it had been worth every minute of time we had spent on the desolate roads across central Kansas. The goodbyes that day were a little more tearful than usual. We weren’t passing around hugs or even handshakes, and we all knew that it was going to be goodbye for some time to come. But our celebration of Clyde’s 90th birthday was genuine, and we filled the house with all the love and energy that a big crowd could have mustered. And sure enough, Sedgwick County’s stay-athome order began taking shape the next day.
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Teachers asked to reinvent education
One week to totally recreate education as we know it. That is the task given to the teachers of our local school districts as they figure out how to provide a meaningful education to our children in an unprecedented situation where kids have to spend the next couple of months learning from home. A task force of teachers from across the state recently released “guidance” for a continuous learning plan after Kansas became the first state to officially close schools for the rest of the school year as a way to stop the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. The closure wasn’t an announcement for an early summer break; the task force leaned toward a sharp focus
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on the critical outcomes needed to advance children through the core subjects of their grade level. The guidance was general. And I mean general by the broadest definition of the word. With lots of suggestion lists and few stipulations, the responsibility of creating this new remote curriculum was placed almost entirely on the shoulders of local districts. We’ll likely see a very diverse offering of educational styles across the state. The same will be happening across the nation. Some styles may work well and cause a bit of evolution within practical education – this will be, after all, a real-world teaching laboratory – and some may end up as fail-
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ures. We don’t know how this will play out. With no past relatable experiences to draw upon, even from the most veteran of educators, we can do no more than give teachers support by trying to help implement their educational plans for our kids. We’re all winging it right now with the changes in our lives hoisted upon us from the coronavirus pandemic. There is almost no industry left untouched. But outside of healthcare workers trying to save our lives, teachers and school administrators may have the next most important job – to keep society advancing educationally while we fight this Editor’s note: Dan Thalmann is owner of the Washington County (Kan.) News.
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2019-20 Season Highlights December 6 Campus 79, Salina South 54
February 4 Campus 66, Andover Central 48
December 10 Campus 88, Goddard 35
February 7 Campus 62, Salina Central 33
December 14 Campus 74, Wichita Southeast 61
February 11 Campus 64, Salina South 55
December 17 Campus 68, Hutchinson 35
February 14 Campus 75, Maize 60
December 19 Campus 76, Maize 50
February 18 Campus 83, Newton 56 February 21 Campus 62, Derby 54
January 7 Campus 97, Newton 62 January 14 Campus 56, Derby 53 January 16 Campus 64, Salina South 57 January 23 Campus 73, Wichita East 69 January 24 Campus 71, Shawnee Heights 45 January 25 Campus 64, Bishop Miege 59
February 25 Campus 73, Goddard 48 February 28 Campus 71, Hutchinson 50
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March 4 Campus 73, Dodge City 44 March 7 Campus 69, Derby 58
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March 12 Campus 66, Manhattan 50
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February 21 , 2020
The Colts open the season with a home victory over the Salina South Cougars. Campus High’s win over the Cougars is the first of several victories over ranked teams. Campus beat six different teams that were ranked at some point of the 2019-20 season.
With their second win of the season over Derby, this time on the Panthers’ home court, the Colts won their first-ever Ark Valley Chisholm Trail League championship. Campus’ last league title was in 1989, when they won the Ark Valley League.
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December 14, 2019 Campus extracts some revenge against the Southeast Buffaloes with a 74-61. The last match-up between these teams was at the end of the 2018-19 season, when Southeast topped Campus in the 6A substate championship. This time, the game was played at Koch Arena as part of the AVCTL-GWAL Challenge. It was the Colts’ first-ever time to play at Koch Arena. The No. 3 Colts beat the No. 2 Buffaloes. The win boosted Campus to No. 1, and they never looked back. January 14, 2020
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With a 71-50 victory at home over Hutchinson, Campus secured its first-ever undefeated regular season. The Colts closed out the season at 20-0. March 7, 2020 The Campus High gymnasium was never louder as the Colts took on the Derby Panthers for a third time this season, with a trip to State on the line. It was the Colts’ biggest win of three over the Panthers, 69-58.
The No. 1 Campus Colts beat the No. 3 Derby Panthers in an epic battle. It was the first of March 12, 2020 three matchups this season against the Colts’ arch-rival. Campus’ 3-point win was their closest In their first State appearance since 1996, the game of the entire season. top-seeded Campus Colts defeated No. 8 Manhattan 66-50 at Koch Arena. It was the Colts’ first game at State, but it turns out to be their last contest of the season.
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January 23-25, 2020 The Colts made their first-ever appearnce in the Dodge City Tournament of Champions, and quickly made themselves at home with wins over Wichita East, Shawnee Heights and Bishop Miege. Campus won the tournament, considered the best in the entire state.