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Nine hurt in crash
Residents want changes at intersection north of Clearwater By Travis Mounts The Times-Sentinel news@tsnews.com The intersection of 135th Street West and 71st Street South – a few miles north of Clearwater and west of Haysville – has been the site of numerous accidents over the years. The latest accident, which occurred Wednesday morning, March 6, hurt nine people, some of them critically. The crash involved two vehicles, one of which ran the stop sign for eastbound traffic on 71st Street South, according to information provided last week by the Sedg-
wick County Sheriff ’s Department. According to the sheriff ’s department, a silver Toyota Corolla was traveling south on 135th Street West when Ford Expedition going east on 71st Street South failed to stop at the stop sign. The Ford struck the Toyota. Preliminary results show the driver of the Ford became distracted and did not stop at the stop sign, according to the sheriff ’s department. The Toyota was driven by 14-year-old Morgan Tobias. Passengers included her mother, Kimberly Tobias, 39, brother Caleb Tobias, 12, and Didrik Ytrehus, a 17-year-old foreign exchange student living with the family. The youths attend Clearwater schools, and Kimberly Tobias teaches English as a second language (ESOL) in USD 264. Kimberly Tobias was in the
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front with Morgan. Caleb Tobias and Ytrehus were in the back seat. Everyone in the Toyota was taken to Via Christi-St. Francis. The Ford was driven by Motia Wesley, 21. There were four
Sportsmanship, friendship come out of injury By Robin Wunderlich The Eureka Hearld and By Travis Mounts The Times-Sentinel
“You’re the real champion here.” This was the last statement Eureka freshman Garrison Spoonts made to his opponent, Logan Doshier, during the 3-21A regional wrestling championship in the 160-pound weight class last month. The duo had just started the second period, where Spoonts was in the bottom position. As they both got to their feet, Spoonts was working for a reversal when he
implemented a headlock, taking Doshier, a junior at Cheney High School, down to the mat. That is when the unthinkable happened. As the two went down, Doshier tried to brace the fall and dislocated his elbow. “The last thing I remember is the look on the Eureka kid’s face,” said Cheney head coach Than Underwood. “He felt bad.”
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Community meeting to address intersection Wednesday, March 20 6 p.m. Clearwater Middle School auditorium Meet with Sedgwick County 2nd District Commissioner Michael O’Donnell and Sedgwick County staff.
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Cheney head wrestling coach Than Underwood sent this note and his own regional championship medal to Garrison Spoonts of Eureka, who had given his regional medal to Cheney’s Logan Doshier after Doshier suffered an injury.
Back-to-back champions!
The Garden Plain Owls celebrate after winning the Class 2A State championship. The Owls claimed their second consecutive title on Saturday at Gross Memorial Coliseum on the Fort Hays State University Campus. Garden Plain won the 3A title last year in Hutchinson. The Owls now have five girls State basketball championships. More coverage can be found on Page 1B. Travis Mounts/The Times-Sentinel
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Obituaries Theresa L. Huff
Theresa L. (Frischenmeyer) Huff, age 71, of Wellington, homemaker, loving and devoted mother, wife and grandmother, passed away Sunday, March 10, 2019. Visitation will be 9 a.m.7 p.m. Friday, March 15, with family present, 5:30-7 p.m. Graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 16, at Clearwater Cemetery, Clearwater. Theresa was born on Wednesday, May 14, 1947, in Bakersfield, Calif. She was fifth of 14 children born to Anthony Fredrick Frischenmeyer and Mary Elizabeth (Cooke) Frischenmeyer. She was united in marriage to Harold Jesse Huff on June 20, 1996, in Wichita. She was preceded in death by her parents, Anthony and Mary (Cooke) Frischenmeyer; brothers, Tony, Steve, Carl, Bob, and Jim Frischenmeyer; and sisters, Rosalie Bressler, Trudy Davis, and Betty Callaway. Survivors include her husband of 22 plus years, Harold; children, Jennifer (Ryan) McMillen, Amy (James) Pape, Corbin (Megan) Turpin, all of Wichita, and Joshua (Amy) Turpin of Olathe; step-children, Marvin (Danielle) Huff of Conway Springs, and Robyn (Rick) Connell of Wichita; siblings, Ron Frischenmeyer of Wichita, Michael Frischenmeyer of Arkansas City, Maureen (Dan) Kile, Roger (Jackie) Frischenmeyer, and Pauline Frischenmeyer, all of Clearwater; 11 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the Midian Shrine Children’s Hospital, 130 N. Topeka, Wichita, KS 67202. Webb-Shinkle Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
Mary ‘Jean’ Medley
Mary “Jean” (Mourning) Medley, age 76, of Clearwater, retired registered nurse, passed away Monday, March 11, 2019. Visitation will be 9 a.m.7 p.m. Thursday, March 14, with family present 5:30-7 p.m. at Webb Shinkle Mortuary, Clearwater. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Irene (Jones) Mourning Jr.; husband, Ben Medley; brother, James Mourning; and grandchild, Baylor Becker. Survivors include her daughters, Aleshia L. (Doug Evans) Coon-Ipsen, Audrey B. Hurlburt, Amber R. Medley-Cox, Adrianne R. Thames, Alexandria M. Medley, and Autumn F. Medley; grandchildren, Nathan Coon, Gaje Medley, Jezika Medley-Cox, Joshua Medley, Trae Wiseman, Adrian Derby, Victoria Smith, Gretchen Medley, Emma “Jean” Stratemeier, and Dalton Medley; and eight great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the Make A Wish Foundation, 1144 N. St. Francis, Wichita, KS 67214. Leave online condolences with Webb-Shinkle Mortuary at www.wsmortuary.com.
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Cheney City Council, 7 p.m. No school – spring break (USD 264, USD 265, USD 267, USD 268) Friday: No school – spring break (USD 264, USD 265, USD 267, USD 268) Sunday: Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Monday: USD 268 Cheney BOE meeting, 7 p.m. Goddard City Council, 7 p.m. Tuesday: Clearwater High sports photos Story time, 10 a.m., Cheney Public Library. Cheney Elementary PALS meeting, 3:30 p.m. Cheney Elementary Parenting With PRIDE, 5:30 p.m. Cheney Elementary PALS meeting, 7 p.m. Clearwater High junior parents meeting, 7 p.m., auditorium. Clearwater Middle School 7th-8th grade band concert, IM auditorium. Cheney High Class of 2020 parent meeting, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday: First day of spring. Cheney municipal court, 7 p.m. Garden Plain Booster Club, 7 p.m., GPHS. Thursday: Goddard Middle School sports feed and introductions, 5-7 p.m. Clearwater Intermediate Center 5th grade vocal concert, 7 p.m, IM auditorium. Goddard Park Advisory Board, 7 p.m.
Friendship meals menu
Following is next week’s menu for Friendship Meals and Meals on Wheels. Monday: Mexican pork stew, roasted zucchini, corn relish salad, pears, grape juice, wheat roll, milk. Tuesday: Sloppy Joe, French fries, cauliflower bean salad, applesauce, fruit crisp, milk. Wednesday: Tahitian chicken and rice, broccoli, apricots, bread, lemon bar, milk. Thursday: Ham and beans, potatoes with onions, parsley potatoes, glazed blueberries, cornbread, milk. Friday: Fish with tartar sauce, macaroni and cheese, mixed vegetables, strawberries, roll, milk. Cheney: Meals are served at the Cheney Senior Center, 516 N. Main. The center is open 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. To register for a meal, call 316-542-3721. Clearwater: Meals are served at the Clearwater Community and Senior Center, 921 E. Janet. Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. To register for a meal, call 620-584-2332. Garden Plain: Delivery only. To register for a meal, call 316-250-7636.
Ag Day open house Thursday
In honor of Kansas’ largest industry – agriculture– the month of March has been proclaimed Kansas Agriculture Month. In addition, Thursday, March 14, has been declared Kansas Agriculture Day. The Sedgwick County Farm Service Agency and Sedgwick County Conservation District are celebrating farmers and ranchers in our community by hosting an Ag Day Open House. People are invited stop by for coffee and homemade cookies. The open house will run 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday at the USDA Service Center, 11832 W. Central, Suite 100, Wichita.
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Police Reports Cheney Feb. 25- Assisted Fire/EMS in the 100 block of N. Main; Received criminal threat complaint in the 400 block of N. Wolf, investigation underway; City code violation in the 600 block of E. Aetna; Juvenile problem in the 500 block of N. Main; Questions for officer/Suspicious activity in the 300 block of E. Fourth; Checked report of animal cruelty in the area of Aetna & Hoover Road, unfounded; Case follow up in the 800 block of N. Sunset and summons issued for junk vehicle/city code violation. Feb. 26- Suspicious activity report in the 500 block of E. Shadybrook; Suspicious activity in the 300 block of E. Fourth; City code violations in the 600 block of E. Shadybrook; Assisted outside agency with investigation at the police department. Feb. 27-Assisted the City Court with delivery of a victim’s impact packet to victim in a city court case; Assisted Fire/EMS in the 200 block of N. Harrison. Feb. 28- Outside agency assist at the police department; Illegal parking complaint in the 100 block of N. Main; Suspicious activity report in the City, suspect identified; Suspicious activity report in the area of Fifth & Main; Assisted a citizen with a Fix-it ticket at the police department; Illegal parking complaint in the 200 block of N. Garfield; City code violation in the 300 block of N. Marshall; Suspicious vehicle/traffic stop in the 800 block of N. Main; Responded to a noise disturbance in the 900 block of N. Garfield, suspect identified; Warrant arrest in the 900 block of N. Garfield. March 1- Illegal parking complaint in the area of Fifth & Washington; Suspicious vehicle report in the 900 block of N. Garfield; Responded to a report of a disturbance and a suspected intoxicated person in the 1100 block of N. Main, suspect identified and later released to a family member; Motorist assist in the 500 block of N. Main; Responded to an attempted check fraud in progress in the 400 block of N. Main, on-going investigation; Illegal parking complaint in the 400 block of N. Main, issue resolved; Responded to a missing person report in the 100 block of N. Sundance, person was located a few minutes later and was fine; Case follow up at the police department regarding an illegal drug investigation and delivery of illegal drugs, suspect identified. March 2- Illegal parking violation in the 200 block of N. Main; Checked on city code violations report in the 500 block of N. Adams, west alleyway; Checked on city code violations report in the 500 block of N. Adams, east alleyway; Assisted the Kiowa County Sheriff’s Office with investigation matter; Suspicious vehicle/activity report in the 100 block of N. Marshall; Motorist assist in the 100 block of W. First; Checked suspicious vehicle/traffic stop in the 200 block of N. Main. March 3- Responded to a reported vehicle slide off/non injury accident in the area of Second & Lake Road, no contact with anyone; Suspicious activity report in the 900 block of N. Garfield, suspect identified. March 4- Responded to check a suspicious activity report in the 300 block of W. Fourth; Suspicious activity in the 100 block of W. Fifth; Investigated a vehicle vs house accident in the 500 block of E. Shadybrook; Questions for officer from citizen outside the City regarding a dog problem. March 5- Checked suspicious vehicle/ activity in the 200 block of S. Garfield; Suspicious activity report in the area of Fourth & Washington; Abandoned vehicle report in the 100 block of N. Main; Dog problem in the 500 block of E. Allison; Juvenile problem in the 800 block of N. Sunset; Assisted Fire/ EMS in the 500 block of E. Allison. March 6- Suspicious persons report in the 500 block of E. Aetna; City code violation report in the 600 block of N. Lincoln; Funeral escort in the 600 block of N. Lincoln; Investigated a report of simulation of a controlled substance in the 800 block of N. Marshall, suspect identified; Dog problem in the 400 block of W. Third. March 7- Illegal parking complaint in the 800 block of N. Filmore; Assisted the Sheriff’s Office with a two vehicle non-injury accident in the area of 5400 block of S. 375th St. West; Received a report of possible telecommunications fraud in the 200 block of W. Third; Checked suspicious vehicle report in the 600 block of N. Main; Checked suspicious vehicle report in the area of Fifth & Main. March 8- Suspicious activity report in the area of Eighth & Lake Road; Received a suspicious activity report in the City; City code violation report in the 400 block of N. Roosevelt; Vehicle theft in the 900 block of N. Main; Reckless driving report in the 100-500 block of W. Third; Responded to an alarm in the 400 block of E. South Avenue; Suspicious activity report in the 900 block of N. Garfield. March 9- Assisted Fire/EMS in the 400 block of W. Sixth; Suspicious vehicle report in the 100 block of N. Wolf; Responded to a reported domestic disturbance report in the 500 block of N. Washington and transported one male to ComCare for evaluation; Assisted the Sheriff’s Office with a wrong way driver report in the 38000 block of W. US 54 hwy; Assisted the Sheriff’s Office with a reported one vehicle accident with a possible DUI driver in the 2500 block of S. 375th St. West; Assisted Fire/EMS in the 3900 block of S. 391st St. West; Responded to an alarm in the 1100 block of N. Main. March 10- Checked a city code violation report in the 100 block of W. First(alleyway); Responded to an alarm in the 100 block of W. Fifth. Clearwater Feb. 1 – Took a suspicious activity report in the 200 block East Ross. Took a suspicious activity report in the 700 block East Janet. Took a suspicious person report in the 100 block South Gorin. Feb. 2 – Driver cited in the 100 block North Fourth, for defective headlight, drive while suspended, and no proof of insurance. Took the report of a physical disturbance in the 100 block East Ross. Took a suspicious person report in the 700 block East Janet. Feb. 3 – Adult arrested in Kingman County on a Clearwater Municipal Court traffic warrant. Took a reckless driving complaint in the 200 block North Lee. An adult was arrested in Cowley County on Clearwater Municipal Court traffic and criminal warrants. Feb. 5 – Took a suspicious activity report in the 800 block Elaine. Took a found property report at the police department. Took a report on a juvenile matter in the 100 block South First. Feb. 6 – Assisted the Sheriff Department with a welfare check west of Clearwater. Took a disorderly conduct report at the police department. Feb. 7 – Assisted the Sheriff Department with a warrant arrest in the 600 block Elaine. Took a miscellaneous service report in the 600 block East Wood. Feb. 8 – Assisted with a funeral procession at Ross and Tracy. Took an attempted burglary report in the 700 block East Wood. Dispatched to a residential alarm in the 500
block Southeast Drive. Feb. 9 – Adult arrested in the 300 block West Ross, for driving under the influence, driving left of center, speeding, and no proof of insurance. Feb. 11 – Took the report that counterfeit money had been received at two area businesses. Requested to check the welfare of some teenagers in the 200 block South Lee. Took a theft report in the 700 block East Janet. Feb. 12 – Took a report on a civil issue in the 600 block Elaine. Took a complaint of reckless driving in the area of Lee and Wood. Feb. 13 – Investigated a truancy report at the High School. Assisted the Wichita Police Department with a burglary investigation in the Shulte area. Took a phone harassment report in the 100 block North Lee. Took a dog at large report in the 100 block North Lee. Investigated a report of bullying on social media. Feb. 14 – Investigated a non-injury accident in the 400 block North Fourth. Driver cited for speeding in the 600 block North Fourth. Took a report of illegal dumping in the 300 block West Ross. Feb. 15 – Assisted a motorist locked out of their vehicle 400 block South Prospect. Investigated a non-injury accident at Hellar and Elaine. Feb. 16 – Driver cited for speeding in the 600 block North Fourth. Driver cited at Fourth and Ross, for disobeying stop sign and possession of drug paraphernalia. Feb. 17 – Assisted a motorist locked out of their vehicle in the 100 block North Grant. Driver arrested at Ross and Tracy for driving under the influence, disobey stop sign, and no proof of insurance. Driver cited in the 900 block East Ross, for speeding and no proof of insurance. Feb. 18 – Investigated a drug laws violation in the 1200 block East Ross. Feb. 19 – Assisted a motorist locked out of their vehicle in the 900 block East Ross. Feb. 20 – Assisted a motorist locked out of their vehicle in the 1200 block East Ross. An adult was arrested in Wichita on a Clearwater Municipal Court criminal warrant. Feb. 22 – Took a found property report in the 100 block North Fourth. Took a report on a child custody issue at the Police Department. Feb. 23 – Dispatched to a business alarm in the 100 block North Fourth. Responded to a loose dog report in the 100 block South Fourth. Assisted a motorist locked out of their vehicle in the 900 block East Ross. Feb. 24 – Dispatched to a loud noise complaint in the 100 block North Lee. Assisted EMS with a fall victim in the 600 block East Wood. Took a report of stalking in the 100 block East Ross. Took a disorderly conduct report in the 200 block North Tracy. Took a report of a sex crimes violation. Feb. 25 – Assisted EMS with a fall victim in the 400 block North Fourth. Investigated a reported sex crimes violation. Took a found property report at the police department. Took a dog at large report in the 100 block North Grant. Feb. 26 – Responded to a family disturbance in the 300 block Michelle. Feb. 27 – Driver cited for speeding in the 200 block North Fourth. Took a forgery and theft by deception report in the 200 block East Ross. Assisted EMS with an occupational injury in the 800 block East Ross. Feb. 28 – Investigated a found suspicious package report in the 200 block South Prospect. Took an attempted fraud by mail report in the 100 block South Gorin. Adult arrested in Cheney on a Clearwater Municipal Court criminal warrant. Requested to check the welfare of a pedestrian east of Clearwater. An adult was arrested in the 100 block West Ross on Clearwater Municipal Court traffic and criminal warrants, a Wichita warrant and a Sedgwick County warrant. Garden Plain Police Reports Feb. 8 – Officer responded to a general alarm in the 700 block of N Sedgwick; Alarm was determined to be false, building secured. Feb. 9 – Officer investigated an open door in the 400 block of Loomis; Building did not appear to be burglarized at this time; Building was secured. Feb. 10 – Officer assisted the Cheney Police Department with a disturbance; The officer was disregarded prior to arrival. Feb. 12 – Officer issued citation for speeding on Harry in the School zone. Feb. 16 – Officer issued citation for speeding in the 900 block of Section Line. Feb. 20 – Officer investigated a non-injury accident near Able and Loomis; Both vehicles were driven from the scene. Feb. 22 – Officer responded to a general alarm in the 400 block of Periwinkle; Alarm was determined to be false, home secured. Officer conducted a traffic stop near Harry and 295th; Driver was arrested for driving while intoxicated and additional charges; Court hearing pending at this time. Officer responded to a general alarm in the 900 block of Beirmann; Alarm was determined to be false, home secured. Feb. 27 – Officer issued citation for texting and driving in the 29600 block of Harry. Officer conducted check welfare in the 600 block of N Sedgwick; Everything appeared to be safe and secure at this time. Feb. 28 – Officer responded to a burglary in the 600 block of N Loomis; Nothing was taken at this time; Report was taken for documentation. Goddard Police Reports Feb. 20 – Accident Non-Injury, Property Damage Only, 10:30 a.m., 600 blk N Oak. Feb. 22 – Assist Other Agency, 8:08 a.m., 18000 blk W US54 Hwy. Feb. 23 – Assist Other Agency, 5:38 p.m., 100 blk W 1st St, Cheney. Feb. 24 – Assist Other Agency, 1:26 a.m., 100 blk S King St, Maize. Assist Other Agency, 10:32 a.m., 300 blk S Fawnwood St, Wichita. Feb. 26 – Property Found, 18600 blk W US54 Hwy. Suspicious Person, 12:13 p.m., 18600 blk W Kellogg Dr. Assist Other Agency, 4:14 p.m., 2500 blk S 199th St W. Warrant Arrest, 9:09 p.m., 1000 blk S 183rd St W. Feb. 27 – Assist Other Agency, 1 p.m., 100 blk N Main. Narcotics Violation - Felony, 10:05 p.m., 22000 blk W US54 Hwy. Feb. 28 – Burglary at Business, 12:02 p.m., 700 blk N Oak St. March 1 – Property Lost, 2:11 p.m., 1000 blk S 183rd St. March 2 – Narcotics Violation - Misdemeanor, 12 a.m., 2500 blk S 183rd St W. March 3 – DUI, 2:29 a.m., 1200 blk S 199th St W. March 4 – Information Only, 12:20 a.m., 300 blk N Goddard Rd. March 6 – Property Found, 7:42 a.m., 300 blk N Main St. Parking Violation, 2:30 p.m., 17000 blk W US54 Hwy. Accident Non-Injury, Property Damage Only, 5:26 p.m., 19900 blk W US54 Hwy. Theft of Vehicle, 5:59 p.m., 1500 blk S 167th St. W. Forgery, 11:28 p.m., 18600 blk W Kellog Dr.
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Medals From Page 1A The match ended abruptly, as did Doshier’s junior wrestling season. However, the true sportsmanship continued. Although Doshier was taken out on a gurney, he wanted to shake Spoonts’ hand and wish him well at the State tournament. The sportsmanship didn’t stop there. Shortly after Spoonts was awarded the regional wrestling medal in the 160-pound class,
he found Underwood and asked him to give a medal to Doshier, as he was “the real champion.” Doshier learned later that night while still in the hospital what Spoonts had done for him. “My dad looked at the medal and said, ‘Oh, my God.’ He walked in and told me, and handed me the medal,” Dosher said. “I was amazed. He didn’t have to do that. I was amazed at his character.” What Underwood did not realize at the time was that Spoonts gave his firstplace medal to Doshier,
not the second-place medal that belonged to Dosher after forfeiting the match because of his injury. Underwood said it was a hectic scene. Another Cheney wrestler, Clay Robinson, had a match that started about 30 seconds after Doshier was wheeled away. Although Doshier placed second at regionals and qualified for the State tournament, he was unable to wrestle. At State wrestling in Hays the following week, an official from Fredonia High School, which had
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ABOVE: Logan Doshier works to pin an opponent at the Garden Plain tournament earlier this season. Travis Mounts/The Times-Sentinel LEFT: Garrison Spoonts gave the regional first-place medal to Doshier after his injury. Contributed photo
Robin Wunderlich/The Eureka Herald
Cheney’s Logan Doshier, left, and Eureka’s Garrison Spoonts face off in the 138-pound championship match. Doshier was injured during this match and had to forfeit, leading Spoonts to give his first-place medal to Doshier.
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GODDARD – By midday Wednesday morning, March 6, things were back to normal at the Goddard Post Office. But earlier in the day, two blocks along Main Street and two blocks along Third Avenue were closed as authorities treated a suitcase as a possible bomb. The Wichita Bomb Squad assisted local authorities. At about 7:30 a.m., postal employees opening for the day discovered a suitcase sitting on the floor. The building and surrounding area were evacuated as a precaution. Authorities determined it was just an empty suitcase, and an “all clear” was given just before 10 a.m. Goddard Police Chief
Fred Farris told The Times-Sentinel in an email that nearby Oak Street Elementary was not locked down. “We did have a perimeter set up a block around the Post Office building and denied any traffic into that area. We were in contact with the USD 265 Police Department and they were aware of what was going on but there was no need to lock anything down,” he wrote. Farris said that Goddard Police did located the person who left the bag. “He dropped it off there because the name tag on the bag had a name and address and he figured the post office would know how to contact the owner,” Farris said. It probably would have been better to drop it off with us but it was an honest mistake.”
hosted the regional, presented Underwood with Doshier’s second-place medal. That’s when Underwood realized that Spoonts had presented his first place medal to Doshier. “All regional medals are the same bronze color. We never looked at the medal he (Spoonts) gave to Logan,” Underwood said. A few weeks later, Eureka head wrestling coach Mike Davison received a letter from Cheney. The envelope not only included a note but also a 1984 Class 4A, 138-pound medal – a medal Coach Underwood earned 35 years ago. “I couldn’t believe what I saw,” stated Spoonts. “It was the last thing I expected. I injured one of their star wrestlers.” Underwood was moved by the gesture.
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On Thursday, March 7, granting a request from prosecutors, federal Judge Eric Melgren dismissed the last five criminal charges against Sedgwick County Commissioner Michael O’Donnell. The dismissal came a few days after a jury acquitted O’Donnell on 21 counts of wire fraud tied to campaign expenditures. The jury could not reach a unanimous verdict on two counts of money laundering and three linked counts of wire fraud. Judge Melgren dismissed those counts without prejudice, meaning that the government has the option
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of re-filing the charges in the future. The charges concerned campaign-account checks that O’Donnell wrote to friends, who then used the money to re-pay O’Donnell for expenses he covered during a ski trip to Aspen. Prosecutors argued that O’Donnell was trying to obscure the source of funds he received, while O’Donnell maintains that the payments from the campaign account were legitimate bonuses. His defense attorneys argued that state laws do not regulate how much or when candidates should pay their staff.
“I was amazed the kid had thought to do that, and in that atmosphere with how things had happened,” Underwood said. “That’s when I realized Spoonts didn’t have a medal.” That bothered Underwood, who said medals mean a lot to kids. His note to the Eureka head coach read: “Here’s a first place Regional medal for your 160 lb. Sorry the weight and year are wrong.” Doshier texted Spoonts and wished him luck at State, and watched online as Spoonts wrestled at State. “Wrestling forms a lot of friendships. At least for me, it has,” Doshier said. Underwood said people don’t really understand the sport. “It’s a small community. People think of us as
thugs. We’re a bunch of big, soft teddy bears,” he said. The Cheney Cardinals were one of many teams cheering the Eureka Tornadoes to their first-ever wrestling title. For one, other teams knew the hardships Eureka has faced in the wake of two tornados in three years. Another reason teams got behind Eureka, Underwood said, is that 3-2-1A State is often won by teams from northwest Kansas. A lot of central and eastern Kansas schools were happy to see the trophy awarded to a team not so close to Hays. Although Spoonts and Doshier hadn’t met on or off the mat prior to the regional championships, the two have created a friendship that simply started with acts of true sportsmanship.
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Council votes to keep Clearwater EMS operations By Paul Rhodes
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CLEARWATER – The city of Clearwater will keep its local EMS operations, following a vote Tuesday night by members of the City Council. On a 3-1 vote with council member Chris Griffin in opposition, the council voted to move ahead with hiring the full-time personnel needed to help staff Clearwater’s EMS Department. Council members Shirley Palmer-Witt, Laura Papish and Yvonne Coon voted to continue moving forward with efforts to maintain a local ambulance service. Council member Tex Titterington was absent from Tuesday’s meeting. A round of applause from a
large audience on hand for the meeting broke out after the vote. The city’s options, as mapped out Tuesday night, were to either maintain EMS operations locally, or turn those services over to Sedgwick County. It was made clear that a vote to turn EMS operations over to Sedgwick County did not include having ambulances run out of the EMS building in Clearwater. “If the county assumes responsibility, staffing won’t be from here,” said Mayor Burt Ussery. Griffin said he was opposed to the eventual tax increase it will take to fund a local ambulance service. He was not alone in those concerns, and other council members said they were torn over the decision. But in the end,
those three council members voted to give local operations another shot. The whole issue over ambulance service in Clearwater came to a head a few months ago when the state threatened to take away Clearwater’s ambulance license. City officials from Clearwater met with state authorities in early December to address questions about how it will staff its ambulance services in the future. There have been changes in regulations concerning the permitting of ambulances by the state of Kansas, and how Emergency Medical Services staffs must be manned to maintain the ambulance permitting. The big issue is that EMS rosters must show “24/7” coverage for local
services. To solve immediate concerns, the city of Clearwater entered into agreements with Sedgwick County, Mulvane and Conway Springs EMS departments to help with coverage for Clearwater Emergency Services, which includes fire and EMS services. Those plans were shared with the state EMS board at the meeting in early December. “Short term, that’s what we’re going to do,” said Marsh. He said the state board was satisfied with that plan, and tabled any action on Clearwater’s staffing issues. Since then, the possibility of turning EMS operations over the county came up. As discussions were held at council meetings and at community meetings, the two options on the table Tuesday
were determined. Interim EMS director Justin Patrick told council members Tuesday night that volunteers are helping keep the roster covered, and that he believed the department “can make it work” if the city moves to hire some full-time personnel for the department. Up to this point the city has been talking about hiring a full-time director and three EMTs to staff the department, with help from volunteers. The partnerships with other EMS departments will continue as the city looks to fill those positions, and Ussery said he believes the state will give Clearwater the time it needs to resolve staffing issues. “The state understands the situation we’re in,” said Ussery.
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The Cheney Spotlight Students in March are, from left, Lexi Fullerton, Katy Banning, Braylin Ayres and Trenton Canaan.
CHS names spotlight students
CHENEY – Cheney High School has named its spotlight students for the month of March. Freshman Braylin Ayres is the daugher of Scott and Tara Ayres. She participates in basketball, golf, track, Spanish club, student council and girls glee. “Braylin is happy each day she comes to seminar. She helps others and takes her schoolwork seriously. She works hard to stay caught up when she is gone. I so enjoy seeing her at the end of each red day,” said teacher Ann Asbury. Sophomore Trenton Canaan is the son of Tiffany and Dustin Canaan. He is active in basketball, baseball and choir. “You’ll never find Trenton without a smile on his face and something he is
excited to talk about. He is an excellent student and good kid,” said teacher Layton Nance. Junior Katy Banning is the daughter of Randall Banning and Shelly Banning. She serves as a basketball manager. “Katy is a great group leader and a hard worker. She has a great attitude,” said teacher Tim Hiebert. Senior Lexi Fullerton is the daughter of Jeff Fullerton and Julie Henning. She takes part in softball, dance and girls glee. “Lexi is in three of my journalism classes and shows leadership in each of them. She helps her classmates when needed and volunteers to do extra work outside of class. She is a great young lady,” said Asbury.
KBI asks all victims to report clergy abuse
The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) has initiated an investigation into reports of sexual abuse perpetrated by clergy of the four Catholic dioceses of Kansas, and asks all victims to report clergy abuse to the agency. On Nov. 15, 2018, Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt requested that the KBI investigate allegations of sexual abuse by members of the Catholic clergy in Kansas. Since then, the KBI has convened an internal
task force of six special agents who will conduct a thorough investigation into abuse reports received from the public, including accounts from anyone who has been victimized by members of the clergy, including church employees, church volunteers, or any others in positions of authority within the church, and complete a review of church documents. If you, or someone you know, has been the victim of sexual abuse committed by a member of the clergy,
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If you’re like many Americans, the answer is the grocery store. And frankly, that disturbs me. The grocery store isn’t where food comes from – it is just from where it is distributed. In reality, far too many people are unaware of the role of American agriculture in their daily lives… and what it really takes to have food on their dinner table. You, I and 163 other people ate today because of one American farmer... a dramatic increase from 19 people in the 1940s. Quite simply, American agriculture is doing more – and doing it better. Agriculture is this nation’s No. 1 export and vitally important in sustaining a healthy economy. A majority of us know our food and fiber don’t just arrive at the grocery or clothing store… or magically appear on our dinner table or in our closet. There is an entire industry dedicated to providing consumers with the safest, most wholesome and nutritious products possible… as well as a wide range of comfortable, fashionable clothing choices. We rely on agriculture for the very necessities of life. From beef and pork to cotton and wheat, agriculture is working harder than ever to meet the needs of Americans and others around the world. The role of farmers will become even more critical with the exploding world population. Today, approximately 7.4 billion people call
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earth their home. By 2050, the population is projected to reach 9.7 billion and 11.2 billion by 2100. Growth in the human population is mainly a product of declining mortality from improvements in food production, medication, sanitation, and energy sources. And it’s not just the farmer who makes our food possible. The entire agriculture industry, all the way to the grocery store, provides vital links in a chain which brings food to every consumer - and millions of people abroad. Frankly, it’s easy to take agriculture for granted in America. Our food is readily accessible and safe. For this, we’re unbelievably fortunate…but that doesn’t mean we don’t have an obligation to recognize how it’s made possible. Just a few generations ago, most people were a part of – and had friends or relatives involved with – agriculture. Today, that’s no longer the case. That’s why I’m writing, because agriculture is responsible for providing the necessities of life… food, fiber, and fuel. And it’s about time Americans recognize that contribution. Americans continue to enjoy a food, fiber and fuel supply which is abundant, affordable overall and among the world’s safest, thanks in large part to the efficiency and productivity of America’s farm and
ranch families. We officially recognize our farmers and all they do to make our lives better during Agriculture Week, March 10-16, hosted by The Agriculture Council of America. Agriculture Week is a good time to reflect – and be grateful for – American Agriculture! This marks a nationwide effort to tell the true story of American Agriculture and remind consumers, agriculture is a part of all of us. Be part of America’s Agriculture, if even just for one day. Take a drive in the country with your family, as there is no prettier green than winter wheat fields waking from winter dormancy. And give a big wave if you see a farmer. I guarantee they’ll wave back. Happy Agriculture Week! Editor’s note: Lesley Schmidt is vice president of education for American Agri-Womenn, based in Park City.
BOE meeting moved a week CLEARWATER – The regular March 11 meeting of the Clearwater USD 264 Board of Education has been moved to Monday, March 18. The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. in the BOE room at the central office, located at 151 S. First Ave., Clearwater. The agenda for this meeting is on the USD 264 website at www.usd264. org, under “BoardDocs.”
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Olathe man dies in Cheney Lake bike race
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An Olathe man died last weekend during a bicycling race at Cheney State Park. According to the Associated Press, William “Craig” Henwood, 48, died while taking part in the Rage Against the Chainring gravel bicycle race Saturday. Reports say Henwood’s bike left the road. He hit his head after falling over his handlebars. The Hutch Post website reported that CPR was performed. He responded for a time but eventually was pronounced dead at the scene. An autopsy is planned to see if Henwood may have suffered a medical episode before falling off the bicycle. A friend said on Facebook that Henwood suffered a stroke. A 20-mile group ride in celebration of Henwood’s life will be held at 10 a.m. Sunday, starting from the Minsky’s Pizza parking lot in Olathe. A memorial will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday at Penwell-Gabel Mortuary, 14275 Black Bob Road in Olathe. TOP LEFT: Cheney head coach Rod Scheer takes on the role of father as he comforts daughter and player Kylee following the Cardinals’ loss in the 3A State championship on Saturday. TOP RIGHT: Garden Plain head coach Kody Kasselman shares a hug with assistant coach Ann Holmes while waiting for the medal ceremony after the Owls’ 2A State championship win. ABOVE: The GPHS cheerleaders perform a stunt. LEFT: And the horns kicked in... . The Goddard High School horn section plays during a timeout at the Lions’ State game last week on Wednesday. Craig Henwood
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Hutchinson Clinic expands services in Cheney
Now in its third year of operations, the Hutchinson Clinic location in Cheney is continuing to meet the needs of patients, and expand services to the community. The Hutchinson Clinic employs a team of more than 100 physicians and advanced practice providers offering care in more than 30 different medical specialties. “Access to quality care is a major pillar of the Hutchinson Clinic,” said Mike Heck, CEO. “With locations that serve patients in Hutchinson, McPherson, Ellsworth, Dighton, Great Bend, Hoisington, Lyons, Larned, McPherson, Newton, Quinter, Ransom, and South Hutchinson, the Cheney geographic area was a great fit for our organization.” The Cheney location offers care for the whole family. Patients can make an appointment or take advantage of the convenience of the Walk-in Care with no appointment needed. And now, the Hutchinson Clinic location in Cheney is adding OBGYN services. Beginning in April, Dr. Lindsay Nordwald will be seeing patients in the Cheney Clinic once a month to start. Dr. Nordwald will provide obstetric and gynecology care including well-woman exams, birth control, IUDs, Nexplanon and oral contraceptive pills. To make an appointment, patients can call 620-669-2500 or go to www.HutchClinic.com. The clinic is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and is staffed by Nurse Practitioner Shannon Baringer. Before coming to the Cheney location in October of 2016, Shannon saw patients in Hutchinson at the WalkIn Care Clinics. She did her training at WSU and has been practicing since 2014. Prior to coming to the Hutchinson Clinic, Shannon worked as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Room at Via Christi St. Joseph and St. Francis for three years. Shannon became a nurse practitioner because she has always liked helping people. Her philosophy toward patient care is to think of the patient as a per-
Staff members at the Hutchinson Clinic in Cheney are nurse Monica Smith, left, and nurse practitioner Shannon Baringer.
son and not a number. She listens to their concerns and also lets them be in charge of their health with some guidance. As an Advanced Practice Provider, Shannon is able to take care of most primary care needs. And for the conditions that need more specialized care, Shannon has the entire team of Hutchinson Clinic specialists from allergists to urologists. Having a highly skilled team of specialists just 40 miles away and having everything in one place is a wonderful convenience for patients and their families. Shannon is also qualified to do DOT physicals and a full spectrum of occupational medicine needs including pre-employment physicals, drug screens, and more. Companies can set up an Occupational Medicine account by calling
Brooke Stover at 620-694-2088. Some of the services available in the Cheney location include sick calls, medication checks, annual physicals, x-rays, lab services, back-to-school physicals, and family practice and walk-in care services. Walk-In Care is great for things like burns, sprains and strains, fractures and dislocations, urinary complaints, abrasions, cuts, lacerations, allergies, abscess drainage, wound infections, rashes, ingrown toenails, stings, bites or poison ivy, suture removal, wart removal, cold, flu and respiratory illness, earaches, pinkeye, fever, stomach, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, runny nose/congestion, cough/sore throat, asthma and bronchitis, sinus infections, and dizziness. Walk-in care does not provide treatment for life threatening
conditions including but not limited to symptoms like: severe pain or bleeding, head injuries, chest pain, abdominal pain, stroke symptoms, or shortness of breath, prenatal care, and complex or chronic pain and/or disease. “We could not be more pleased with the reception we have received from Cheney and the surrounding areas and are very excited to be a part of such a growing and vibrant community,” said Traci Hansen, Marketing and Business Development Director. “The Hutchinson Clinic is proud to bring high quality Primary and Specialty care to the local community.” Appointments can be made by calling, 620-669-2500 or just walk in, no appointment necessary. The clinic is conveniently located at 103 N. Main in downtown Cheney. The Hutchinson Clinic is a multi-specialty group of 100-plus physicians and providers practicing in Reno and surrounding counties. With more than 30 different specialties, the Hutchinson Clinic provides thorough diagnostic and treatment options and a team approach to patient care. The Hutchinson Clinic can offer patients access to comprehensive medical care, a full-service laboratory, state-of- the-art radiology, an ambulatory surgical center on-site, physical therapy rehabilitation, several pharmacy locations, rural access to care through our outreach clinics and Telemedicine, and walk-in care clinics in Hutchinson, South Hutchinson, McPherson, and Cheney. For more information about the primary and specialty care available at the Hutchinson Clinic, please visit: www.hutchclinic.com.
Dr. Lindsay Nordwald will begin seeing OBGYN patients in April.
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Students place at Art Challenge CHENEY – Art students at Cheney High School competed at the Friends University Art Challenge last Friday and earned several top-three finishes. A trio of students won their categories. Placing first were Ethan Andrews in scratchboard, Emory Ast in ink sketch wash, and Hayden Dewey in color pencil. Andrews, Ast, Natalie Craig, Emma Albers and Gage Stamback placed second in the mural event. Third-place awards went to Madison Murray in charcoal and Tess Bennett in bookmaking.
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GODDARD – Officials will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Linear Park’s new disc golf course on Sunday around 10 a.m. Immediately after the ribbon cutting, there will be a St. Patrick’s Day disc golf tournament, hosted by Air Capital Disc Golf Club and Duck’s
Flying Discs. The tournament will have a flex format; last tee will be at 3 p.m. Tournament entry is $25. There will be pro, advanced and amateur divisions. All other divisions will be formed based on a three-player minimum. Participants can register in the park starting at 8 a.m. Linear Park will be closed to the public from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. to facilitate the event.
EHS wins at regional journalism contest
GODDARD – The Kansas Scholastic Press Association has announced the winners of the 2019 regional contests, which reward the best student journalism from among more than 2,100 entries around the state. In the regional contests, students from 87 different schools competed in 19 different categories in 12 different classifications, organized by geography and school size. For Eisenhower High School, the following students won awards: Ahlyia Al-Birekdar, first place in editorial writing and honorable mention in editorial cartoon. Callie Arnold, second place in infographics and third place in yearbook theme and graphics. Luke Davis, honorable
mention in news writing. Brianna Dover, first place in yearbook sports. Brooke Fleetwood, second place in cutline (photo caption) writing. Seth Hartter, honorable mentions in news page design, editorial writing and copy editing. Lauren Hawkins, first place in advertising and third place in feature writing. Brooke Holt Fleetwood, honorable mention in sports photography. Brandon Martin, third place in news page design. Peyton Montgomery, third place in yearbook sports and third place in yearbook theme and graphics. Makayla Perez, second place in sports photography and honorable mention in yearbook layout. Emily Perkins, hon-
orable mentions in copy editing and academics photography. Madison Riffel-Kuhlmann, third place in advertising. Jeremiah Shamblin, honorable mention in academics photography. Andrew Sloss, honorable mention in sports writing. Brilea Youngers, honorable mention in news writing. Six university campuses throughout Kansas hosted the contests Feb. 25 and 26. This year, Eisenhower competed in the Central Regional, facing students from Andover, Maize South, McPherson, Newton, Wichita East and Wichita West high schools. “We consider the regional contests to be one of our most important annual events, both for stu-
dents to receive feedback on their work and also for students to compete with one another,” said Eric Thomas, KSPA executive director. “Teachers who organize and enter their students into the contest give their students a great opportunity to see how their work compares to the work of others.” KSPA enlists the help of journalism teachers, professional journalists, university faculty members and other journalism experts to judge the entries. Any student who earns an award in a regional contest advances to the KSPA State Contest on May 4 at the University of Kansas. Based on results from that contest, KSPA will determine the top schools in Classes 1A, 2A, 3A, 4A, 5A and 6A.
Time to register for Clearwater Art Walk
CLEARWATER – The fifth annual Clearwater Art Walk will be held Friday, April 5, from 6 to 9 p.m. The event, which has become a springtime staple for the local area, invites artists, musicians and crafters to share their talents at businesses and other locations along Ross Avenue and the surrounding area. A number of artists have already signed up to participate this year, and organizer Tricia Nichols is encouraging others to register as soon as possible. Registration information can be found at www. clearwaterartwalk.com, or on the Clearwater Art Walk Facebook page. New artists and crafters who have already signed up include Michelle Nooney, David Drew, Rebecca Guiltner, Mike Champa and Terry
Whitley. Returning artists and crafters include Adorned Crown, It’s All Unique, the Ole Sew ‘N Sews quilting club, and Krisi Colburn, Jay Stockhaus, Darren Parker, Leanne Dougherty, Paulette Dougherty, Laura Coon, Mike Machart, Cathy Loffland, Nikki Keeton-Phillips, Casey Socha, Crystal Socha, Mike Scheufler, Bernard Kaiser and Terrie Clark. Art Walk attendees will also have
the chance to get their faces painted. Returning musicians include Dear Friends, Brian Tiemeyer, and possibly, Ricky Vreeland and Dave Beck. Nichols is hoping that two food trucks will be on hand for this year’s event but is still waiting for confirmation. “We need more of all, but would really like some more musicians, like we had the first year,”
Musician Phil Dailey performs at the 2018 Clearwater Art Walk. This year’s event will be held on Friday, April 5. Travis Mounts/ The Times-Sentinel
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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
406 W. Third, Cheney • 542-3511 9:30 am Worship • 10:45 am Sun. School Rev. Doug Hasty • Youth Director Logan Bledsoe • Wed. After School Good News Club • Wed. 6:45 pm HS Bible Study Sun. 5:30 pm MS/HS Youth Group
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
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
First Assembly of God
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
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, School & Preschool
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
607 Washington St., Cheney 316-542-1008 • 10:30 am Sun. Worship Pastor Aaron & Glenda Rustl
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
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Garden Plain Churches 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
Clearwater Churches
230 N. Section Line, Garden Plain (316) 535-2950 • Rita Moore, Pastor 9:45 am Sun. School (Sept thru May) 10:45 am Worship
Clearwater Church of Christ
Goddard Churches
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
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: Sunday at 9:30 am, 11 am & 5 pm, 18800 W. Kellogg, Goddard Westlink Campus: Saturday at 5pm, Sunday at 9 am & 10:30 am, 2001 N. Maize Rd. (21st & Maize), Wichita Valley Center Campus: Sunday at 10:30 am, 800 N. Meridian Ave. (Valley Center Middle School), Valley Center • 316-722-8020 www.pathwaychurch.com
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
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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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5A Powerlifting: Lions win State, Tigers 7th
Goddard High School hosted the 5A State powerlifting meet on Saturday, March 2. The Goddard Lions won the men’s title, while the GHS women’s team placed second. With fewer competitors, Eisenhower did not finish as high in the team standings. The Tigers were 7th among 13 men’s teams, and ninth out of 10 women’s teams. Following are the overall individual results by weight class. The results include place and overall weight lifted in bench, squat and clean. Goddard results Men 114: Michael Schrag, 2nd, 520; Amado Chavez, 3rd, 520; Jayden Miller, 5th, 445; Brandt Williams, 7th, 385. 123: Tyler Harvey, 2nd, 550. 132: Javier Guillen, 1st, 690; Luke Hampton, 2nd, 680; Levi Gagnebin, 4th, 675; Chase Martindale, 8th, 615; Wyatt
Carr, 14th, 515. 140: Hunter Kanitz, 2nd, 730; Aiden McManus, 5th, 665; Jake Lowen, 6th, 650; Romeo Jolley, 8th, 610; Devin Madden, 9th, 595; Jordan Perez, 10th, 595; Logan Davidson, 17th, 0. 148: Emiliano Chavez, 2nd, 805; Brandon Rehse, 3rd, 725; Fenton Brozek, 6th, 685; Blaine Peery, 7th, 640; Austin Lafary, 8th, 640; Cody Foos, 10th, 615; Logan Duke, 12th, 485; Austin Stuever, 14th, 360; Soren Carr, 15th, 335. 156: Dalton Pruitt, 2nd, 825; Jacob Brown, 4th, 685. 165: Alejandro Espinosa, 5th, 770; Taygen Bantz, 10th, 685; Dylan Reese, 13th, 680; Reese Beason, 16th, 615; Jesse Busse, 19th, 545; Nicholas Hess, 22nd, 285. 172: Kade Schulz, 5th, 815; Landon Staley, 9th, 735. 181: Ivan Negrete, 6th, 815; Taytin Felkins, 24th, 500. 198: Carter Morrow, 4th, 1015; Dhimani Butler, 5th, 895; Kaeden Hoefer, 13th, 795. 220: Ruben Ortiz, 13th, 760; Brody Steele, 14th, 745. 242: Rhett Brown, 3rd, 935; Braden Burdett, 9th, 635. PWR: Michael Rider, 4th, 1005; Cyrus Fleming, 12th, 875; Josiah Holloman, 19th, 285.
Women 105: Kiara Krueger-Nagel, 2nd, 345; Tonya Brooks, 3rd, 340. 114: Nicole Briant, 4th, 350. 123: Jesse Ornelas, 4th, 420; Marissa Brown, 5th, 380. 132: Aubriana Gonzalez, 6th, 420; Maggie Herriage, 7th, 400; Lauren Simpson, 8th, 395; Paige Heick, 9th, 390; Kamille Clark, 12th, 370; Charley Kaufman, 18th, 230; Saige Heizer, 19th, 220. 140:Amy Thimmesch, 2nd, 500; Gabbie Santos, 3rd, 435; Jaden North, 6th, 385; Britt Even, 12th, 195. 156: Reagan Kalp, 6th, 385. 165: Brianna Martinez, 2nd, 590; Thalia Fisher, 5th, 470; Paige Strausberg, 9th, 400; Shannon Gary, 10th, 385. 181: Thao Vu, 1st, 555; Jasmine Lopez, 3rd, 425; Ashlee Clemons, 4th, 315. PWR: Kendal LeGrand, 5th, 485; Hannah Domebo, 6th, 480; Lynze Kotschegarow, 8th, 370. Eisenhower results Men 123: Carson Radford, 5th, 460. 132: Kenny Luu, 6th, 655; Brandon Le, 7th, 635; David Albertson, 13th, 530. 156: Jack Metzger, 6th, 670;
Max Raffinengo, 9th, 590. 165: Dylan Aldrete, 15th, 620; Billy Pitzer, 18th, 595. 172: Jackson Jobe, 2nd, 950; Adam Brown, 11th, 725; Ryan Murphy, 22nd, 265. 220: Josh Albertson, 10th, 825. PWR: Marcus Lindley, 1st, 1130; Aaron Stark, 11th, 885.
Women 132: Elize Bozearth, 10th, 385. 140: Lily Garret, 9th, 340. 156: Cassidy Caffin, 2nd, 500.
Powerlifting teams compete at Conway Springs The Conway Springs High School powerlifting meet was held on Saturday, March 9. Clearwater, Goddard and Eisenhower were among 21 schools that sent 253 competitors
to the meet. In the men’s division, Goddard was fourth with 98 points. Eisenhower finished 14th with 19 points, and Clearwater was fourth with 4 points. In the women’s division, Goddard scored 80 points and came in fifth, while Clearwater was 15th with 13 points. Eisenhower had no entries. In the junior division, Goddard and Clearwater placed sixth and seventh, scoring 68 and 54 points, respectively. Eisenhower had no entries in the junior division.
Women 105: Tonya Brooks, 4th, 345; Kiara Krueger-Nagel, 5th, 350. 132: Charley Kaufman, 7th, 385. 156: Reagan Kalp, 5th, 390. 165: Brianna Martinez, 1st, 600; Paige Strausberg, 3rd, 420. PWR: Thao Vu, 5th, 550; Hannah Domebo, 8th, 495; Lynze Kotschegarow, 11th, 390.
Goddard results Men 123: Tyler Harvey, 2nd, 550. 132: Jake Lowen, 3rd, 675. 148: Brandon Rehse, 4th, 725; Luke Hampton, 5th, 715; Chase Martindale, 10th, 640. 165: Dalton Pruitt, 3rd, 840; Jesse Busse, 12th, 560. 172: Landon Staley, 3rd, 760.
Junior 105: Sam Miller, 1st, 320. 132: Kaleb Long, 3rd, 470. 165: Torin McGuire, 4th, 565.
Junior 156: Cody Foos, 1st, 630. 165: Dylan Reese, 3rd, 670. PWR: Ruben Ortiz, 2nd, 780. Clearwater results Men 156: Levi Corder, 8th, 605. PWR: Sean Harris, 7th, 820. Women 105: Natalie Mora, 8th, 260. 123: Katey Millege, 5th, 85. 148: Sadie Baird, 5th, 425.
Eisenhower results Men PWR: Marcus Lindley, 2nd, 1140.
Owls and Cardinals earn league and state honors
With the end of basketball season, the Central Plain League has named its all-league players. On the girls side, Garden Plain Owls Abby Gordon and Lauren Danahy and Cheney’s Kylee Scheer all earned first-team honors. Danahy is a senior, while Gordon is a junior. Scheer is a sophomore. Earning second-team honors were Cheney seniors Layne Needham and Destinee O’Shea, and Garden Plain senior
Kara Heimerman. Cheney sophomore Lexi Cline was honorable mention. The Garden Plain girls finished as Central Plains League runner-up and won the Class 2A State championship in Hays. The Cheney girls won the Central Plain League and finished as 3A State runner-up, falling in overtime. Cheney and Garden Plain boys did not have first-team selections. Three Cheney Cardinals were named to the CPL second
team. They were seniors Brendon Dewey and Trey Patterson, and freshman Harrison Voth. Honorable mention went to a trio of Garden Plain juniors, Matt Pauly, Marek Rex and Trey Smith, and to Cheney junior Riley Petz. Cheney finished as CPL runner-up. Three Owls and one Cardinal also received all-tournament recognition from the Sports In Kansas website. Danahy, Gordon and
College News Students earn Butler honors Butler Community College has named its honor roll students for the fall 2018 semester. The following local students were included on the honor roll. From Cheney: Lindsay Caroll and Katelyn Miranowski. From Clearwater: Charles Hallberg and Brooklynn Wood. From Goddard: Victoria Johnson.
Goddard resident named Distinguished Scholar GODDARD – Katherine Hayes, a resident of Goddard, has been named as a fall 2018 distinguished scholar at Rockford University. Students attending Rockford University who earn at least a 3.75 GPA with no grades below “C” and having completed all requirements for the semester are named as Distinguished Scholars. Rockford University is a private four-year, co-educational institution founded in 1847 offering undergraduate and graduate degrees in traditional liberal arts and professional fields. Rockford University currently serves approximately 1,250 fulland part-time students.
Students earn PSU honors Pittsburg State University has released the honor rolls for the 2018 fall semester. To qualify for
dean’s scholastic honors, a student must complete at least 12 semester hours, receive a grade-point average of 3.6000 for all credit course work that semester, and have no grade lower than a B. To qualify for all-A scholastic honors, a student must complete at least 12 semester hours, receive a grade of A in all credit course work for the semester. Students on the all-A honor roll include Emily Monson, Kristen Wewe and Morgan Fairchild of Cheney; Brianna Price of Garden Plain; William Niedens of Goddard; and Emerson Tice of Viola. Students earning dean’s scholastic honors include Bradley Payne,
Kayla Rausch and Malori Bridwell of Cheney; Dylan Gordon of Garden Plain; Abbey Meng, Kacee Moore, Lexi Cole, Nicholas Dooley and Sarah Furnish of Goddard.
Students earn Butler degrees GODDARD – A foursome of local students graduated from Butler Community College at the end of the fall 2018 semester. The students earning degrees were Jubilee Jamison, Brittany Merrell, Chelse Millikan and Kaden Robinson. All are from Goddard.
Heimerman were named to the 2A all-tournament team. Garden Plain claimed three spots. Scheer was named to 3A all-tournament team in Hutchinson. In addition, Danahy was named as most out-
standing player at the 2A tournament. She was the Owls’ leading scorer in all three games, and averaged a double-double with 16.7 points and 10 rebounds per game. Danahy opened the tournament with 15 points and 18 rebounds
against West Elk. She notched 20 points, seven rebounds and five assists in the overtime victory in Friday’s semifinal against Wabaunsee. Danahy had 15 points and five rebounds in the championship.
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Fisher leaves Garden Plain City Council after six years By Sam Jack
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GARDEN PLAIN – Garden Plain City Council member Joe Fisher resigned his office last Wednesday, March 6, after six years of service on the
governing body. “I’ve very much enjoyed serving. There just came a time where I had too many irons in the fire,” Fisher said after the meeting. “I love the city and love the people I was working with.” It is up to Mayor Kevin
Hammond to appoint Fisher’s replacement, subject to approval from city council members. Fisher was re-elected in November 2018; the appointee will serve the remainder of his two-year term. In other business: • Keith Born addressed
the city council about rough plans to open a bar and grill on Main Street. He asked the council to consider providing some kind of financial assistance. The council will discuss his request during its next meeting on April 1. • The council accepted
the resignation of wastewater operator Aaron Kirchert. Kirchert’s last day was March 8. The city is now searching for a new operator. • The council decided to purchase a new Ford F250 pickup truck for the use of the gas department
and pay for it out of the gas utility fund. The gas department’s current truck is almost 20 years old and needs some expensive repairs. • The council approved Ordinance 701, annexing railroad right-of-way into the city.
Animal hospital cuts ribbon on new home By Sam Jack
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GODDARD – On March 2, members of the Goddard Chamber of Commerce joined staff at Prairie Ridge Animal Hospital to cut the ribbon on its new home, located across the street from its old location, at Kellogg and Hornecker Street just
west of 119th. The business was outgrowing its old location, said owner Dr. Melanie Summers. “We wanted to make sure we had plenty of room as we grew: plenty of parking, plenty of space for clients, plenty of exam rooms so we could continue to see more patients,” Summers said. The new Prairie Ridge
has several added amenities, including an indoor play area for pets, additional space for boarding, a retail space, a separate boarding area for cats, and a memory garden. On the medical side of things, the new facility has four exam rooms, up from two at the old location. It also has an isolation room with a separate entrance, allowing the hospital to
serve sick pets without spreading contagious diseases. Wifi and Bluetooth-enabled technology makes it easy to keep track of whether rooms are dirty or clean, occupied or empty. The hospital has two veterinarians on staff and is looking to add a third. In total, Prairie Ridge has close to 20 employees. How much her busi-
ness has grown since she started it in 2014 is “a little overwhelming at times,” Summers said. “We’re always trying to make sure we’re doing the best we can for our clients and patients. As we get busier, we just want to make sure we continue doing a great job for everybody.”
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IN THE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT, SEDGWICK COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF RICHARD D. EGGLESTON, Deceased. CASE NO. 2019 PR 000312-DE NOTICE OF HEARING AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS
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Prairie Ridge Animal Hospital was joined by members of the Goddard Chamber of Commerce for a ribbon cutting, which was held on Saturday, March 2. The new animal hosptial is across the road from its old location.
TSN editor named press association president
Travis Mounts of Times-Sentinel Newspapers has taken over as Kansas Press Association president, following the resignation of Scott Stanford. Stanford has been named president and CEO of Fort Wayne Newspapers in Fort Wayne, Ind. As per the bylaws of KPA, first vice president Mounts became president with Stanford’s resignation. Mounts is the managing editor and co-owner of Times-Sentinel Newspapers, which publishes the Haysville Sun-Times as well as the Conway Springs Star & Argonia Argosy and The Times-Sentinel. His dayto-day responsibilities
include supervising news and production efforts for those three papers, plus two monthly newspapers and several specialty publications. Mounts earned his B.A. degree in business administration from Northeast Missouri State University. While in college, he was involved in both broadcast and print journalism projects. Much of his professional career has involved a variety of positions with Times-Sentinel Newspapers. Over the years at TSN, Mounts has worked with the graphics, sales and news departments. In recent years, he has moved into a management and ownership role at the newspaper group.
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NOTICE OF HEARING TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: Notice is hereby given that the Goddard Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct a public hearing in the City Council chambers at Goddard City Hall, 118 N. Main Street, Goddard, KS on Monday, April 8, 2019 at 7:00 p.m, or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, to consider a Conditional Use permit for the property located at 327 N Goddard RD. For: The consideration of allowing a Single family attached dwelling to be built in a R-1 Single family zoned property. At such time and place, all persons interested may appear and be heard as to this matter. After hearing the views and wishes of all persons interested in the case, the Board of Zoning Appeals will close the public hearing and consider a recommendation to the Governing Body. The public hearing may be recessed and continued from time to time without further notice. The application for the Conditional use, including the full legal description of the property at issue, is on file at Goddard City Hall, 118 N. Main St. Goddard, KS 67052 and may be inspected during general business hours of 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday. If you are unable to attend the meeting you may submit your comments in writing to the City and those comments will be presented to the Board of Zoning Appeals during the public hearing. If you have any questions concerning this matter please contact Goddard City Hall, 118 N. Main St; via phone at (316) 7942441; or email at mscoggan@goddardks.gov
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I am completing an exercise in patience and letting go at my house. I recently undertook a major remodeling project, and for the first time in my life, I am not the general contractor for this work. Talk about letting go… I did construction work for several years while I was finishing up college, and even flipped a few houses before that was a household phrase. We called it “living in a house, fixing it up and then selling it.” About 15 years ago when we built a new home
Just have a little patience…
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in Goddard, I took over when the sheetrock work was done and finished the house. A few years later, I finished the basement myself. But with this project,
things are a little different. Heart surgery last year made me assess my physical limitations, so when I decided to remodel my master bathroom, I brought in a professional. We are now a week and a half into this project, and things are looking great. We (my contractor and his crew) removed an old, small shower stall and a soaker tub with jets that I never used. We (again, my contractor and his crew) are now building a large, walk-in shower space in their place. This renovated show-
Time races, except when it drags
Time is such a relabeen about three years Random Thoughts tive concept. since I visited my friend This weekend proDave in Kentucky. vided me multiple opHis wife threw him a portunities to ponder surprise birthday party how differently we can in Paducah. Meanwhile, experience time. my friend Tim had a I spent a fair amount glorious pie fight in Los of time on the road in Angeles. There was a the second half of last multi-camera film crew week. Our newspaper there to catch the occagroup had three teams Travis Mounts | Managing Editor sion. It doesn’t seem like qualify for State basketit has been more than ball tournaments, all 20 years since we were in different locations. I found myself physically in the same place. in Emporia, Hutchinson and Hays on Where did all that time go? And different nights. how did we get this old this quickly? I went to Hays late on Friday night, Then there is the hour snatched and came home late Saturday night. away from all of us as we went back It’s a drive that feels like it takes on daylight saving time. It feels like forever. it has only been weeks since we went Honestly, we often get lucky with back to regular time. our State travels. I only had to go to Monday morning came around far Park City to cover Goddard, Campus too soon. After working much of the and Eisenhower at State wrestling. weekend and with all that travel, I was I’ve been to Newton twice to cover completely out of whack. My 7 a.m. Argonia-Attica football. Emporia alarm felt like it went off around 5:30 isn’t a bad drive. We’ve been there a.m. to cover numerous teams over the I spent some time hitting the years. Hutchinson is a favorite snooze bar, because I just wasn’t ready of mine. We have been there for to climb out of bed. Cheney and Garden Plain basketball With the amount of time I spent several times in recent years, and I’ve working nights and weekends, I watched Conway Springs win State generally don’t show up at the office football there. Pratt has been on our before 9 a.m. This Monday, it was a radar, most recently for Clearwater hair after 10 a.m. when I found my softball. All our teams are repreway to work. sented at State track each spring at By mid-April, the papers will hit Wichita State. their busiest stretch of the year. It runs Don’t get me wrong. I like Hays. I’d through graduation season and State just like it a lot more it if it was about track, and then we turn our attention two hours closer. Time drags on endto the first of two fair guides. lessly going to northwest Kansas. After the recent stretch of long On the flip side, two college weeks I’ve put in recently, I need a buddies of mine had 50th birthday nap and several days off to recharge celebrations over the weekend that I my batteries before we begin that run. would have loved to have been at. It’s It’s about time.
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er space is going to be beautiful – and more importantly – functional as I get older. It’s spacious, with room for a bench to sit on, and shower options for sitting or standing. I’m sure I will wonder how I lived this long without it. But in the meantime, I’m biting my nails while someone else does all the work. For the past 10 days I’ve managed to keep my distance from the work crew…and I’ve managed to keep my mouth shut as these pros get their work done. My services have
been limited to cleanup duties every night after the next step in the process has been completed. Try as they might to keep the mess under control, there’s always a fresh layer of dust around the house when the day’s work is done. That’s when I come in to dust and vacuum so that I can keep my allergies under control through this process and sleep at night without freaking out about the extra dirt in my house. Yes, I’m a little OCD about any clutter or
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mess around my house, so that makes me the perfect choice to staff the cleanup crew during this renovation project. Pretty soon the dirty work will be done, and the bathroom will start taking shape as a finished project, rather than a work in progress. When the work is finally done, I won’t be able to step back and say, “yep, I did that.” But I will be able to step back and say something almost as impressive, as far as I’m concerned: “Yep…I let someone else do that.”
Sunshine Week puts spotlight on government It’s been a grueling winter. We’ve had record snowfalls in parts of Kansas, and cabin fever has taken its toll on all of us. The time has come for a hearty dose of sunshine. There could be no better time to be observing National Sunshine Week, a time for citizens and elected officials alike to recommit themselves to the ideals of open government. National Sunshine Week is March 10 through 16. The week is a joint effort between the American Society of News Editors, the Reporters Committee on Freedom of the Press and the various associations that promote open government across the nation, including the Kansas Press Association, the Kansas Association of Broadcasters and the Kansas Sunshine Coalition for Open Government. Why should Kansans care about this? Because although public officials often talk a good line on transparency when running for office, when it comes time to walk the walk in Topeka or Washington, D.C., they hide behind a myriad of excuses for why secrecy is preferable. Here are just a few of the excuses we hear almost every year at the Kansas Statehouse: • We can’t have frank discussions about the issues when the press is breathing down our necks. • We can’t record all committee votes because they will be used against us in the next election.
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• We can’t have a hearing on every bill filed or we’d be here forever. • We can’t get the best results legislatively unless we use procedures such as “gut and go” and bill bundling to break logjams. • We can’t afford the technology to video stream from every hearing room at the Capitol. Do you detect a recurring theme here? “Can’t” seems to be the stock answer to every attempt to open up the political process. It would be far more productive to discover ways to instead say “yes we can.” The 450 newspaper and broadcast station members of KPA and KAB try to do their part to make sure public bodies are following the law, but they could use your help. Citizens who take their participatory form of government seriously can provide effective oversight when they attend meetings, seek records or observe their public officials in action. You may wonder how you can help. Do your local public bodies give proper notice of their meetings, well in advance so the public can attend? When they do meet, do they discuss policy issues in public or do they seem to have their minds made up when the meeting begins,
as if they’ve ironed out all the wrinkles in advance and behind closed doors? Do they abuse the closed session exceptions to the Kansas Open Meetings Act? And does it ever appear the body has voted outside the public meeting room, which is illegal? If you observe any of the above, contact your local newspaper and tell a staff member what you have observed. Or you might consider writing a letter to the editor. Those who like to work in secret prefer not to be called out in public for their transgressions. KOMA and the Kansas Open Records Act require that meetings and records of public bodies be open to the public. When you attend meetings, seek public records and question those in authority about how they are conducting themselves, you are doing your part to help keep government open, accessible and accountable. “Sunshine” is a perfect description of how government should operate. It means that the public’s business is discussed thoroughly in public, with the public’s participation, and it means decisions are never made behind closed doors. Editor’s note: Doug Anstaett is the former executive director of the Kansas Press Association and serves on the board of the Kansas Sunshine Coalition for Open Government.
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Crash From Page 1A children in that vehicle: Alex Luben, 14; Caydence Luben, 12; Emma King, 5; and Calvin Hughes, 2. The children in the Ford
are students in the Haysville School District. Caleb Tobias was the most seriously hurt of the passengers. The last official report on his condition was provided last Thursday. It said that Tobias remained in critical condition at Wesley Medical Center.
“Our thoughts and prayers are definitely with the family,” said Clearwater USD 264 superintendent Paul Becker, who described the Tobias family as “wonderful.” The crash happened about 7:09 a.m. Wednesday, and the first respond-
ers were on the scene at 7:21 a.m. The intersection is frequently the site of accidents. Drivers on 71st Street have stop signs and flashing red lights. There are no rumble strips or other warning devices. There are no traffic con-
trols for the north-south traffic on 135th Street. Those crashes raised questions once again on just how safe the intersection is. Last Friday, two days after the accident, a community meeting to discuss the intersection of 71st Street South and 135th Street West was announced. The meeting is being hosted by Sedgwick County 2nd District Commissioner Michael O’Donnell. The 2nd District includes both Clearwater and Haysville, and the area between those communities. The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 20, in the Clearwater Middle School auditorium. Sedgwick County staff will be there to answer questions and
listen to concerns. The Times-Sentinel and Haysville Sun-Times newspapers have asked Sedgwick County for information on traffic counts and accidents at the intersection. At press time Tuesday, no information had been made available. The intersection is located three miles north of Clearwater and seven miles west of Haysville. A lot of traffic travels north and south on 135th Street West, which connects Clearwater to Wichita via Highway K-42 as well as Kellogg Avenue, located another four miles north of K-42. East-west traffic on 71st Street South runs east to Haysville and west to Clonmel and rural southwest Sedgwick County.
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Owls fend off Sterling for 2A State title OT win in semifinal helps GP to second title in 2 years By Travis Mounts
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The Garden Plain Owls are State champions again The Owls won their second consecutive girls State basketball title last Saturday, beating the Sterling Black Bears 47-40 at Gross Memorial Coliseum on the Fort Hays State University campus. After one half of basketball, it appeared the Owls were going to cruise to their fifth State title in school history. Neither team scored during the first two minutes of the game. The Owls got on the board first, thanks to a basket by Alli Puetz. The Owls then built a small first-quarter lead, going up 11-7. Then they began to take over the game. Abby Gordon’s lay-up after a Sterling timeout gave the Owls a 15-point lead. At halftime, Garden Plain was ahead 29-15. All this was done as starters Natasha Dooley, Kara Heimerman and Abby Gordon spent time on the bench with two fouls each. “How big was our bench to come in and extend the lead and give us those minutes? It was huge,” said Garden Plain head coach Kody Kasselman. But things changed in the third quarter and changed drastically. Sterling went on a big run, outscoring Garden Plain 12-0. The Owls failed to make a basket for more than six minutes in the quarter, as the Black
Bears pulled to within 2 points at 29-27. Natasha Dooley’s jump shot with about 1:20 to go in the third quarter finally broke the drought. Kasselman had called a pair of timeouts in the quarter to try to break Sterling’s momentum. “I didn’t know if I’d have any timeouts left,” he said. The Owls scored the final 4 points in the quarter, going back up by 6 points, 33-27, as the fourth quarter began. The Black Bears kept clawing at the Owls during the fourth. They pulled to within 2 points early in the quarter, and a 3-point basket with 3:30 to play pulled them to within a single possession of Garden Plain at 38-35. Dooley answered with a basket from in the lane for a 40-35 lead with 2:37 to go, forcing Sterling to call a timeout. But 15 seconds later, Dooley was whistled for her fifth foul on a Sterling basket, and the free-throw was good as the Black Bears were back within 2 points at 40-38. Sterling would not get any closer. Gordon made a free throw with 40 seconds left, and then sank a lay-up for a 43-40 lead with 1:20 to go. Danahy calmly made four free throws in the final 40 seconds to secure the victory. Kasselman said last year’s experience helped the Owls stay calm as Sterling went on its run and during the game’s final minutes. “We were poised. We played big defense. We hit some big free throws,” he said about his girls. “They’re pretty ice cold. We don’t get too high or too low... We didn’t get caught up in the emotions of they game.” “It’s definitely one of the coolest things I’ve ever experience,”
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Lauren Danahy makes a pair of free throws to help seal Garden Plain’s State championship victory over the Sterling Black Bears. Danahy led the Owls in scoring in all three State contests.
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LEFT: Abby Gordon calls for the ball during the second half of Saturday’s State championship. ABOVE: Kara Heimerman looks to pass inside during the Owls’ win over Sterling. See more Garden Plain State tournament photos online at tsnews.com.
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Cardinals lose heartbreaker in State final OT throw line with 1:31 to go and sank two shots, the second rolling around before dropping through for a 46-44 lead. Royal Valley tied it again by driving the lane for a short-range basket. Scheer scored the first 2 points of overtime on a pair of foul shots. Royal Valley answered with a bucket and drew a foul, and took the lead 47-46. Scheer scored quickly on a layup, and Royal Valley regained the lead just as quickly, 49-48. The Cardinals missed their next shot. Royal Valley grabbed the rebound and then ran down the clock, burning off 1 minute and 21 seconds before Cheney was forced to foul with 1:09 to play. Royal Valley’s Madison
Thomas made one of two shots. O’Shea drew a foul at the other end and made two free throws, tying the game at 52 with just over a minute to play. Royal Valley worked the clock before making a 3-point basket with 22.4 seconds to go. After a Cheney timeout, the Cardinals tried to find an open shot against Royal Valley’s pressure defense. Cline managed to get off a shot that bounced off the glass before time ran out on the Cardinals. “They made the plays at the end and we fell just short,” said coach Scheer. “It was a great atmosphere for high school basketball...We went the farthest
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Lexi Cline runs Cheney’s offense during Saturday’s 3A State championship against Royal Valley in Hutchinson.
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The closest losses are often the hardest losses, but you are left asking “what if?” The Cheney Cardinals came oh-so-close to the school’s second girls State basketball championship, falling 55-52 in overtime to Royal Valley, a team making its second straight appearance in the title game. Midway through the second quarter, a basket
by Layne Needham was followed by a defensive rebound by Lexi Cline, who fed the ball downcourt to Destinee O’Shea that gave Cheney an 18-15 lead. After that, Kylee Scheer grabbed another defensive rebound and passed it to Olivia Albers, who fed Camdyn Pipkin for 2 points under the basket. Albers followed with a 3-point basket, and Cheney led 23-16. Royal Valley closed the gap a bit over the final minutes of the first half, but Cheney still had the
lead at halftime, 24-19. Cheney’s run came after Royal Valley took an early lead in the first-quarter. “They came out strong early, and I was pleased with the way we responded to get the lead at halftime,” said Cheney head coach Rod Scheer. The Cardinals came out strong in the third quarter, going on a 7-0 run for a 12-point edge, 31-19. That was Cheney’s largest lead of the game. Royal Valley began its comeback in the third quarter, and after three
quarters Cheney was up 39-32. The fourth quarter belonged to Royal Valley, which doubled-up Cheney 14-7 in the final eight minutes of regulation. Both teams forced steals on the opening two possessions, and with five minutes to play, the Cardinals were clinging to a 43-42 lead. With 2:58 to play, Needham made one of two free throws for a 44-42 lead, but Royal Valley answered with a quick score to tie the game at 44. Scheer went to the free-
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Destine O’Shea puts up a shot over a Royal Valley defender. Cheney lost to Royal Valley in overtime of the 3A State title game. See more photos of the Cardinals at tsnews.com.
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Owls From Page 1B Heimerman said. Within 12 months, the Owls have claimed two State basketball titles and a State volleyball title. “Not a lot of kids can say that.” She said the second basketball title felt differently. “We weren’t expected to be as good” after losing Taylor Joplin and Piper Bourne to graduation. “This one felt extra special to us girls this year.” She said playing on the same court where the Owls won State volleyball four months ago helped the players feel comfortable. Danahy led the Owls in scoring with 15 points. She was Garden Plain’s top scorer in all three State game. Gordon scored 10, her biggest output of the tournament. Kennedy added 6, Puetz and Dooley had 5 each, Christia Rose Gorges scored 3, Brooke Hammond had 2 and Heimerman scored 1. Just getting into the title game took a championship-type effort. The Garden Plain Owls found themselves trailing for much of Friday’s semifinal against the Wabaunee Chargers on Friday afternoon in Hays, a game the Owls won 55-51 in overtime over the top seed in the tournament. While the game was close from start to finish, the Owls were the ones
Cards From Page 1B you can go.” Scheer was Cheney’s top scorer in all three games, getting 15 points against Royal Valley. O’Shea closed out her high school career with a double-double, scoring 10 points and grabbing 10 rebounds. Needham, the Cardinals’ other senior, contributed 14. Other scorers were Olivia Albers with 7, Cline with 4 and Pipkin with 2. On Friday night at the Hutchinson Sports Arena The Cardinals jumped out to a fast start against the Nemaha Central Thunder, a 60-48 semifinal victory for Cheney. Kylee Scheer opened with a pair of 3-point baskets and a Destine O’Shea bucket made it 8-0 when the game was barely two minutes old. By the end of the quarter, Cheney led 17-6, and it was 30-14 at halftime. The Cardinals led by as many as 20 in the first half, and by as many as 22 in the third quarter, when they doubled up the Thunder 44-22. Nemaha Central closed the gap in the fourth quarter, outscoring Cheney 18-12, and got to within 11 points in the closing minutes but never really threatened Cheney’s hold on the game. Scheer led all scorers with 25 points, and Destinee O’Shea and Layne Needham added 15 each.
playing from behind most of the afternoon. But they kept hanging around, and when they needed a big basket they got it from senior Lauren Danahy. With time winding down, she passed the ball to Kara Heimerman, who turned down a chance to take a 3-point shot. Instead, she dribbled a couple steps closer to the basket, drawing defenders to her, and then passed back to Danahy. Danahy lined up a shot and sank it from behind the 3-point arc, tying the game at 47 and giving the Owls new life in overtime. Heimerman said she didn’t want to take that shot. “It dribbled it in and I could hear Lauren yell, ‘No, we need a three!” Heimerman said. She wanted to clear some space, she said. “I said, ‘Here, you shoot it,” she added. “That was huge,” Kasselman said. “To be able to withstand them defensively to win it. Who better to hit it than Danahy? She’s been key for us all season. “That’s what you live for – the big moment.” The Owls outscored the Chargers 8-4 in the extra four minutes to secure the game and earn a spot in a title game for the second straight season. Danahy was the driving force in this win, scoring a game-high 20 points. The Owls spread around the rest of the scoring, with 8 points from Heimerman
Needham was a perfect 3-for-3 from behind the 3-point arc, while Scheer and O’Shea both went 4-for-6. Olivia Albers contributed 3 points and Camdyn Pipkin had 2. Cheney made just 12 turnovers while forcing the Thunder into 21 turnovers. The story of Cheney’s 65-43 first-round win over No. 8 Columbus last Wednesday can’t be told without focusing on the record-setting offensive performance of Scheer, who lit up the scoreboard with 38 points. That set a new single-game scoring record for the 3A State tournament. Coach Scheer said Kylee didn’t get the record just through 3-point shots. “We had steals and kicked it out to her. She had assists. She did it in variety of ways,” he said, noting that Kylee made a number of pull-up jump shots. “We hadn’t seen that all year. Her teammates deserve credit for that, too.” Scheer went 17-for-24 (71 percent) in that game and made four of nine 3-pointers. Scheer nearly outscored Columbus on her own, but she got help from seniors O’Shea and Needham, who added 10 points each. Jones added 4 points and Pipkin had 3. The Cardinals shot 45 percent for the game. O’Shea added a trio of 3s, going 3-for-6 from behind the arc. Cheney had a big turnover advantage in the
Olivia Albers drives into the lane during Saturday’s game against Royal Valley. Jean Nance/ The Times-Sentinel
Garden Plain’s Natasha Dooley plays defense during the Owls’ State championship win. Travis Mounts/ The Times-Sentinel
and Horacek, 7 from Dooley, 6 from Gordon, 5 from Alli Puetz and 1 from Gorges. Garden Plain struggled a bit shooting for much of the game, but went 7-for-9 in the fourth quarter and was 2-for-2 on 3-point shots. Horacek hit a couple of key 3s in the second half, where she scored all of her points. Turnovers hurt the Owls some. They gave away the ball 15 times, while the Chargers made just eight turnovers. But Garden Plain shot nearly 49 percent for the game, while Wabaunsee made 37 percent of its shots. While Wabaunsee was the top seed and Garden Plain the No. 4 seed, the teams were close in records. The Chargers were just two wins better and only a game better in the loss column. That reflected
the competitive balance in the field, where the top seven teams had between 17 and 20 wins each. No. 8 Heritage Christian Academy was the only outlier, entering the tournament with a 9-12 record. Garden Plain got off to a hot start in its first-round game against No. 5 West Elk, The Owls jumped out to a 14-4 lead and beat the Patriots 52-40. Three Owls were in double figures, led by Danahy. She had a double-double with 15 points and 18 rebounds. Abby Gordon added 14 points and Natasha Dooley had 10 to give Garden Plain three players in double figures. That early start proved to be the key difference in the game. At halftime, the Owls still led by 10 points, 23-13, and after three quarters had a 9-point edge, 34-25.
Garden Plain shot 40 percent for the game. They went just 3-for-11 in the third quarter, but were a more efficient 3-for-6 in the final frame. Danahy and Heimerman played key roles throughout the tournament. Danahy’s contributions stand out. But Kasselman said Heimerman’s efforts don’t show up on a state sheet. “Kara guarded the best player in our games. She guarded the people who drove those teams,” he said. That included holding Sterling’s Kali Briar scoreless in the title game, and keeping Wabaunsee’s to player to half her season average. It was a team effort, however. Kasselman noted that Gordon was consistent through the tournament and hit several big shots, especially on Saturday. Dooley also hit
several key baskets, including the one that broke Sterling’s comeback run. Alli Puetz had a tooth knocked out during Friday’s semifinal. “She brought it over to the bench in her hand,” Kasselman said. The tooth was put back in before Saturday’s championship. Horacek had several key 3-point baskets, especially in the substate championship against Conway Springs and during overtime of the State semifinal that allowed the Owls to close out that win. Claire Clark, Hammond and Gorges made critical baskets, too. “When they went in, they kept us rolling,” Kasselman said. Garden Plain finishes the season with a 20-4 record. The Owls, seeded fourth at State, beat the No. 1 and No. 3 teams.
The Cheney Cardinals play defense during the Class 3A championship game. The Cardinals went to overtime before losing by 3 points to Royal Valley, last year’s 3A runner-up. Jean Nance/ The Times-Sentinel
game, giving away the ball just 14 times. Meanwhile, Columbus committed 23 turnovers. The Cardinals will lost O’Shea and Needham to graduation. “Layne provided so much in terms of lead-
ership and defense,” Rod Scheer said. “Destinee had a whale of a senior season. I’m probably most proud of her senior leadership.” The coach had praise for all of the players who took the court during State. He said Cline took over the
point guard role and often did more than people realized. Halley Jones did the same, he said, helping out with point guard duties. Albers and Pipkin did a great job off the bench and contributed key baskets in Hutchinson.
Cheney ends the seasons with a 23-3 record. Two of those loses came to teams who won State championships – Royal Valley and Garden Plain. Editor’s note: Additional reporting by Stephanie McKennon.
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Improve your home’s entertaining space
Some homes are seemingly built for entertaining, while others may need a little help to make them more fit for hosting dinner, holiday gatherings or an evening with friends. Overall, one-quarter of people entertain guests in their home either daily or weekly across the globe. One-third entertain monthly, according to findings from GFK Insights. People who open their homes to loved ones may want to make some modifications to their spaces to improve the experience for all involved. • Tame the clutter. Look for ways to reduce clutter in rooms where entertaining takes place. Built-ins with bookshelves and cabinets can hide electronics and wayward toys or collectibles. Focus attention on the entryway, hanging hooks for collecting coats, keys and shoes, so they do not overrun the foyer. Remove any knickknacks or other breakable items from shelves or on coffee tables to free up more space.
• Improve conversation seating. Arrange tables and chairs to create conversation nooks for guests who want to talk and get to know one another better. Consider moving out big and bulky sofas in favor of love seats or comfortable chairs that will take up less room and improve flow in entertaining areas. • Find the pieces you like. Think about how you tend to entertain and then cater your space to those preferences. For example, a large dining table with fold-out extensions or leaves is ideal for someone who regularly hosts formal dinner parties. Renovate a room to include a small bar and club chairs for a lounge feel if cocktail parties are typical. • Improve lighting. Work with an electrician and/or designer who can offer ideas for lighting that can set the mood for entertaining. Rooms that are dull and dim can benefit from overhead lighting fixtures if there are none already available. Task lighting in the kitchen under
A few improvements around the house can make entertaining more comfortable for hosts and their guests.
cabinets can make it easy to prepare food for guests. Wall sconces or focused lighting on artwork can establish a dramatic effect. • Do major construction. Consider working with a builder to make some changes if you simply don’t have the space to entertain. Taking down a wall can open kitchens to living spaces, while adding a
deck or three-season room off the kitchen or dining room can provide more space for guests to congregate. • Install a guest bath. Update or add a bathroom near the main entertaining areas. This allows guests to discretely use the bathroom and keeps them from roaming in areas of the house you would prefer they avoid.
Emerging deck trends for homes
Custom-built decks can expand usable outdoor entertaining spaces. Decks can surround pools and create outdoor patio areas that make it easy to establish multitiered living spaces, improving the functionality of outdoor areas. Certain deck trends have emerged as industry experts’ top picks for the upcoming remodeling and renovation season. For those thinking of revamping an existing deck, or building an entirely new one, these trends are on point. • Established perimeters: “Picture framing” is not a new trend, but one that has taken greater hold in recent years. The term refers to aesthetically appealing designs that conceal the ends of deck boards for a clean finish. Some designs feature contrasting material colors on the ends for even more impact. This helps create refined perimeters for a polished look. • Roof-top decking: Urban areas also can benefit from decking to create
usable outdoor spaces. In fact, many new condominium and townhouse communities are incorporating roof-top decks into their designs, particularly in communities with water views or other impressive vistas. HGTV experts suggest roof-top decks feature light-colored materials and fixtures to help keep the area cool even in direct sunlight. • Distressed hardwood: Builder and Developer, a management resource for professional homebuilders, says that the trend for using distressed hardwoods at home has migrated outside. Some decking manufacturers have recently introduced low-maintenance composite deck boards that mimic the look and feel of distressed, rustic hardwood flooring. This weathered appearance gives the look of age without the upkeep of real aged wood. • Wooden walkways: Decking can be the more traditional design people envision with a patio table or outdoor furniture. But it also can consist of wooden
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Benefits of freestanding tubs
Few home design elements provide the instant wow factor of freestanding tubs. Freestanding tubs have an air of luxury that can help current homeowners relax, and impress buyers when homes go on the market. Freestanding tubs are typically made of cast iron or porcelain. The home improvement website HomeAdvisor notes that cast iron is durable and solid and retains heat well, which is great for those who want to spend more than a little time relaxing in a freestanding tub. However, because cast iron is so heavy, installing a cast iron tub may require structural reinforcement of the flooring, which will add to the overall cost of the project. According to HomeAdvisor, the average cost to install a tub varies widely depending on the type of tub, the materials its made of and other factors, including plumbing and piping. For example, the cost to install a freestanding tub will rise considerably if new plumbing and piping are necessary. Before purchasing a freestanding tub, homeowners should seek estimates regarding installation, making sure to get
them in writing. Contractors will determine if structural reinforcement is necessary and include such costs in their estimates. In addition, make sure to ask contractors to investigate piping and plumbing so no surprises pop up after the tub has been purchased and work has begun. If estimates from contractors aren’t budget busting, homeowners can consider these benefits of freestanding tubs before making their final decisions. • Cleaning: Because they’re detached from other bathroom fixtures and not flush against the wall, freestanding tubs tend to be easier to clean than built-in bathtubs. Freestanding tubs are accessible from all sides, making it easy to reach all those nooks and crannies where grime can build up. • Return on investment: In its 2018 ‘Cost vs. Value” report, Remodeling magazine noted that upscale bathroom remodels recouped 56.2 percent of their cost at resale. That was a better return on investment than an upscale kitchen remodel (53.5 percent) and an upscale master suite addition (48.3 percent). The thought of a
sizable return on investment can make relaxing in a freestanding tub that much more enjoyable. • Warmth: Even free-
standing tubs made of materials other than cast iron offer great heat retention. Stone resin bathtubs, for example, provide excellent
insulation on cold nights. That’s ideal for people who want to unwind in the tub without having to exit early because the water has
become cold. Freestanding tubs can transform regular bathrooms into luxurious oases.
If estimates from contractors aren’t budget busting, homeowners can consider these benefits of freestanding tubs before making their final decisions.
Outdoor improvements that boost home value
Whether home improvement projects are designed to improve the interior or exterior of a house, focusing on renovations that make the most financial sense can benefit homeowners in the long run. The right renovations can be assets if and when homeowners decide to sell their homes. So how does one get started? First and foremost, speak to a local real estate agent who is knowledgeable about
trends in the community. While a swimming pool may be something coveted in one area, it may impede sales in another. It also helps to study generalized trends and data from various home improvement industry analysts to guide upcoming projects. The following outdoor projects are just a few renovations that tend to add value. • Fire pit: A fire pit is a great place to gather most
months of the year. Bob Vila and CBS news report that a fire pit realizes a 78 percent return on investment, or ROI. • Outdoor kitchen: Many buyers are looking to utilize their yards as an extension of interior living areas. Cooking, dining and even watching TV outdoors is increasingly popular. Outdoor living areas can be custom designed and built. In addition, prefabricated modular units that require
a much smaller commitment of time and money are available. • Patio: Homeowners who do not already have a patio will find that adding one can increase a home’s value. Patios help a home look neat, add useable space and may help a home to sell quickly. The experts at Space Wise, a division of Extra Space Storage, say that refinishing, repairing and building a new patio offers strong ROI.
• Deck: Deck can be as valuable as patios. A deck is another outdoor space that can be used for entertaining, dining and more. Remodeling magazine’s 2018 “Cost vs. Value” report indicates that an $11,000 deck can add about $9,000 in resale value to the home, recouping around 82 percent of the project’s costs. • Door update: Improve curb appeal with a new, high-end front door and garage doors. If that’s too
expensive, a good cleaning and new coat of paint can make an old door look brand new. These easy fixes can improve a home’s look instantly. • New landscaping: The National Association of Realtors says an outdoor makeover that includes well-thought out landscaping can net 105 percent ROI. Installing a walkway, adding stone planters, mulching, and planting shrubs are ideas to consider.
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Is it time to replace old wiring?
Old homes can be charming and contain architectural elements not often seen in many modern housing developments. But what older homes may have in design appeal, they may lack in updated features. While cosmetic changes are not necessarily difficult, one area of concern in historic homes – and sometimes even in houses built 40 or 50 years ago – is archaic wiring. Wiring
provides power to every room of the home. In today’s electronics-driven society, electricity that works is an essential component of daily life. Over time, wiring can be compromised through simple aging, pest infiltration, weather, or other conditions. Deteriorated wiring can present a shock hazard and also a serious fire hazard, warn the home renovation experts at The Spruce. Furthermore, the
home improvement site This Old House advises that the amperage of old wiring may not be able to meet the needs of the devices used in homes, overpowering the circuits. This can cause breaker blowouts and other problems, such as overheated wires that may spark and cause fires from within the wall. Wiring often falls into the “out of sight, out of mind” category. Home-
owners may make allowances for inadequate electrical systems, such as running extension cords or using multiplug connectors to increase their wiring capacity. However, they may not be diligently keeping on top of upgrades needed to stay safe. Confirming that a home’s electrical system is safe is a necessary part of home maintenance. For those who haven’t already done so, schedule an inspection with a licensed electrician to go over the home’s wiring.
He or she can determine if any areas pose a safety risk and/or do not conform to local code requirements and the National Electrical Code. Failure to meet code can lead to difficulty obtaining permits to make other home renovations, or difficulty selling a home later on. The electrician can also go over improvements that can improve safety and function. Additional outlets, including GFCI outlets in kitchens and bathrooms, may be part of the plan, as well as
rewiring a fuse box or circuit panel to allow for better flow of power around the house. Frayed wiring or underinsulated wiring also may need to be replaced. Owners of old homes should recognize possible electrical system dangers that require attention. Plus, considering electrical codes change quite frequently, it is always in a homeowner’s best interest to work with a qualified electrician to keep wiring inspected and up to date.
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for the most expensive asset you have.” If your budget is tight, maybe refresh the color on your home’s front door. Also, adding shutters to your windows can add a new look. “Another great idea is to refresh your deck,” said Diana. “We have solid color stain materials that will give you several more years of wear on an old deck.” Integrity Coatings handles multiple lines of paints and stains, far beyond what other paint stores may be able to offer. Therefore, Integrity Coatings can find the best product for each customer’s needs. “We also carry hardware,” said Diana. “We’re stocked with almost anything you would need for your painting project.” The store features many coatings for residential, commercial and industrial applications, including floors, decks, fences, barns, concrete, roofs and pools. For more information about Integrity Coatings, LLC call 316-721-1068, or stop by the store at 1446 S. 135th Street West. More information also can be found at www.integritycoatingsllc.com.
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Defining hardscape and how to use it
Curb appeal is beneficial in various ways. Curb appeal can make a home more attractive to prospective buyers and give existing homeowners a place they want to come home to. In its study of the worth of outdoor remodeling projects, the National Association of Realtors found standard lawn care and overall landscape upgrades were most appealing to buyers, as well as the most likely to add value to a home. Although plants, grass and other items can improve curb appeal, homeowners should not overlook hardscaping. Hardscaping is an industry term that refers to the non-living features of a landscape. These features can include everything from decks to walkways to ornamental boulders. Introducing paths or paver walls to a property helps develop that home’s hardscape. Hardscape and soft elements often work in concert to create inspiring landscape designs. DIY landscape designers can heed certain tips to make the most of hardscape features on their properties. As with many landscaping projects, homeowners must first determine what types of additions they
Hardscaping refers to the elements in a landscape that aren’t living, such as paths, walls and fences.
would like on their properties. Common hardscape features include patios, decks, walkways of pavers or bricks, and retaining walls. Hardscape elements can be functional or simply decorative features that add whimsy to the yard. The right style allows hardscaping and softscaping materials to work together. For example, homeowners may want to give their yards an eastern feel, complete with a koi pond and decorative bridge or trellis. A formal
English garden, however, may include manicured paths with stepping stones and ornate topiaries. Mixing too many styles together can take away from the overall appeal. The pros suggest looking at the overall plan of the design, even if all of the work can’t be completed at once. This way the eventu-
al finished project wil be cohesive. Hardscaping can look good but also serve key purposes. Pebbles or gravel can mitigate trouble areas that don’t grow grass or plant life well. Retaining walls hold back soil in yards with sharply inclined hills. Mulch can set perimeters around trees and shrubs, as well as planting beds. Fencing, another form of hardscaping, is essential for establishing property boundaries and adding privacy. While many hardscaping additions can be handled by novices, large-scale projects, such as patios and decking, can change the grading of the yard. Professionals can map out how to handle drainage issues and meet building codes. In addition, professional installation can ensure hardscaping features last for years to come. Hardscaping should blend with the nature around it and take its cues from the surrounding environment. This can help softscaping and hardscaping work as one.
What’s the cost of remodeling projects? Each year, Remodeling magazine publishes its “Cost vs. Value” report to give homeowners a greater understanding of how much popular home projects will cost across the nation, as well as which renovations will offer the greatest return on investment. According to their research, these projects improved in value between 2017 and 2018 and can be smart choices for homeowners looking to add popular features to their properties. Below are the popular projects and the average cost of the renovations. • Midrange bathroom addition: $44,717 • Midrange bathroom remodel: $19,134 • Midrange deck addition (wood): $10,950 • Midrange entry door replacement (steel): $1,471 • Upscale garage door replacement: $3,470 • Midrange manufactured stone veneer: $8,221 • Midrange minor kitchen remodel: $21,198 • Midrange siding replacement: $15,072 • Midrange universal design bathroom: $16,393 • Upscale window replacement (vinyl): $15,955
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What makes Gross Tile unique When you hire Gross Tile and Custom Remodeling to complete a home improvement project, you can trust you’re in good hands: • Owners Mark and Cathy Gross are Wichita natives, and they’ve invested their lives and livelihood in this community. Mark graduated from North High and Wichita State University. Cathy graduated from West High and Newman University. • Mark has been in the flooring and remodeling business for nearly 35 years. That’s the kind of experience that allows clients to relax and let an expert get the job done. Mark is directly involved with every Gross Tile project, from start to finish. • Gross Tile encourages clients to bring their ideas to the table. Mark enjoys taking a client’s vision and turning it into a finished product.
This west Wichita master bathroom combines the best of what Gross Tile has to offer: New design elements that mesh well with a home’s existing style, and quality craftsmanship. This renovated bathroom features a beautiful free-standing tub, enlarged custom walk-in shower, a new quartz countertop and heated floors.
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Questions to ask before DIY
Home improvement projects are as popular as ever. In its 2017 True Cost Survey, the home improvement site HomeAdvisor found that, between February 2016 and February 2017, homeowners spent an average of just over $5,000 on home projects. That marked a nearly $1,900 increase from the year prior, indicating that homeowners are increasingly opening their wallets to transform their homes. In addition to spending money to improve their homes, many homeowners are spending their time on projects as well. While DIY projects can provide a sense of fulfillment and personal attachment to one’s home, prospective do-it-yourselfers should ask themselves some questions before picking up their hammers and getting to work.
capable of performing certain tasks or may need to take frequent breaks, which can delay projects.
Do I have the time? Many home improvement projects require a significant amount of time to complete. Homeowners whose time is already stretched thin with commitments to work and/or family may not be able to complete projects within a reasonable amount of time. That’s fine if working on a part of the home that won’t affect daily life, but can prove stressful or problematic if the project is in a room, such as a kitchen or bathroom, that residents of the home use each day. Novice DIYers should be especially honest with themselves about the time they have available to work on the project, as such homeowners are bound to experience a few time-consuming missteps along the way.
Do I have any physical limitations? No matter how much home improvement television shows may simplify projects, prospective DIYers should know that such undertakings are typically very difficult and oftentimes physically demanding. Homeowners with existing health conditions or other physical limitations may not be
Can I afford it? While DIY might seem more affordable than hiring a contractor, that’s not necessarily true.
Novice DIYers may need to buy or rent tools, costs that can add up. Contractors already have the tools necessary to begin and complete projects, so the cost savings of DIY might not be as significant as homeowners think. Before going the DIY route, homeowners should solicit estimates from contractors, comparing the estimates to how much a project will cost if homeowners do it themselves.
Can I go it alone? Many home improvement projects require more than one set of hands, and it’s risky and even foolish for first-time DIYers to assume they can begin a project and
see it through to completion entirely on their own. Homeowners whose spouses, partners, friends, or relatives are willing to chip in may think that’s enough. However, the DIY skills of those who volunteer may be a mystery until the project begins. Novice DIYers should enlist the help of a friend or family member with home improvement experience. If no such person is available, it may be wise to hire a contractor instead.
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The governing body of the City of Goddard, Kansas (the “City”), will meet for the purpose of holding a public hearing, as provided by K.S.A. 12-17,140 et seq. (the “Act”) for the purpose of considering the advisability of creating a proposed transportation development district, the levy of a transportation development district sales tax therein and making and financing certain hereinafter described transportation project improvements. Time and Place of Hearing April 1, 2019, at 7:00 p.m., or as soon therafter as the matter can be heard, at the City Hall, 118 N. Main, P.O. Box 667, Goddard, Kansas 67052. Proposed Transportation District Projects The general nature of the proposed transportation district projects (the “Projects”) to be constructed within the proposed District are: (a) construction of street and roadway improvements to Crowne Drive and Grand Slam Way to serve the Goddard Aquatic Center Addition to the City; and (b) subject to approval by the Kansas Department of Transportation, the construction of a restricted crossing U-turn intersection or signalized intersection on US-54 Highway to serve the Goddard Aquatic Center Addition to the City, which intersection is contiguous to the District and substantially benefits the District. Estimated Costs The estimated maximum costs of the proposed Projects,
including reserves, financing costs and costs of issuance, are $4,600,000. Method of Financing and Amount of Sales Tax The costs of the proposed Projects and associated reserves, financing costs and costs of issuance are proposed to be financed by issuance of special obligation revenue bonds or payas-you-go financing. It is proposed that a transportation district sales tax in the amount of one-half percent (0.5%) on the selling of tangible personal property at retail or rendering or furnishing services within the proposed District. Any revenue bonds will be secured by the pledge of money received from the imposition of a transportation district sales tax in amount and pay-as-you-gofinancing will be paid from money received from such tax. The transportation development district sales tax shall expire after sufficient transportation development sales tax has been received to pay the cost of the Projects, but no later than 22 years from the date of commencement of collection of such tax. Special Assessments There are proposed to be no special assessments on property within the boundaries of the District. Map and Description of Proposed Transportation District The legal description of the property to be contained in the proposed District is Lots 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5, Block A, Goddard Aquatic Center Addition, City of Goddard, Sedgwick County, Kansas. A map generally outlining the boundaries of the proposed District is below.
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The public hearing may be adjourned from time to time. At the conclusion of the public hearing, the governing body may, by passage of an ordinance, create the District and establish the boundaries thereof, authorize the Projects, approve the maximum costs of such Projects, levy the transportation development district sales tax and approve the method of financing the same; provided, however, that the area of the District to be assessed for the costs of the Projects may be less than but shall not exceed, the area proposed to be assessed as described above without
giving notice of and holding a new hearing; and provided further that the ordinance shall become effective upon publication in the official City newspaper. ALL PERSONS DESIRING TO BE HEARD WITH REFERENCE TO THE PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT SHALL BE HEARD AT THE PUBLIC HEARING. DATED: March 4, 2019. /s/Terri Laymon, City Clerk
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RESOLUTION NO. 19-04 A RESOLUTION CALLING AND PROVIDING FOR THE GIVING OF NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE ADVISABILITY OF AMENDING CERTAIN MATTERS RELATING TO A COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT PREVIOUSLY CREATED IN CITY OF GODDARD, KANSAS BY ORDINANCE NO. 759 AND ORDINANCE NO. 773 OF THE CITY; AND PROVIDING FOR THE GIVING OF NOTICE OF SAID HEARING. WHEREAS, pursuant to K.S.A. 12-6a26 et seq. (the “Act”), and duly held proceedings, the governing body of the City of Goddard, Kansas (the “City”), previously passed Ordinance No. 759 and Ordinance No. 773, creating the Goddard Olympic Park Community Improvement District (the “District”), authorizing certain projects therein, approving the estimated costs of such 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 projects; and WHEREAS, a Petition for Second Amendment to the Goddard Olympic Park Community Improvement District (the “Second Amended Petition”) was filed with the City Clerk, on March 4, 2019, proposing to amend the project description, to update the estimated project costs, to update the District legal description to recognize platted property and to provide for a change of the commencement date of the District sales tax; and WHEREAS, said Second Amended Petition was signed by the owners of record, whether resident or not, of (1) more than fiftyfive percent (55%) of the land area contained within the District; and (2) more than fifty-five percent (55%) by assessed value of the land area contained within the District; and WHEREAS, the governing body hereby finds and determines it to be necessary to adopt this resolution to direct and order a public hearing on the advisability of the amendments and changes set forth in the Second Amended Petition, and to provide for the giving of notice of said hearing in the manner required by the Act; and WHEREAS, only the amendments and changes set forth in the Second Amended Petition are proposed, and all other matters described in Ordinance No. 759 and Ordinance No. 773 with respect to the District are unchanged and will be ratified and confirmed. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF GODDARD, KANSAS: SECTION 1. Second Amended Petition. The governing body hereby finds that the Second Amended Petition meets the requirements of the Act. SECTION 2. Public Hearing. It is hereby authorized, ordered and directed that the governing body shall hold a public hearing, in accordance the provisions of the Act, on the advisability of the amendments and changes set forth in the Second Amended Petition, and on its intention to ratify and confirm all other matters related to the District, as set forth in Ordinance No. 759 and Ordinance No. 773, which are unchanged as the same were previously stated in Ordinance No. 759 and Ordinance No. 773, all in the manner provided by the Act. The public hearing is to be held on April 1, 2019 at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter can be heard, at the City Hall, 118 N. Main, P.O. Box 667, Goddard, Kansas 67052, under the authority of the Act. SECTION 3. Notice of Hearing. The City Clerk is hereby authorized, ordered and directed to give notice of said public hearing by publication of this Resolution, including the Notice of Public Hearing attached hereto as Attachment A, once a week for two consecutive weeks in the official City newspaper, the second of such publications to be at least seven days prior to the date of the hearing. The City Clerk is hereby further ordered and directed to mail a copy of such Notice of Public Hearing, via certified mail, to all property owners within such proposed District at least ten days prior to the date of the hearing. SECTION 4. Effective Date. This Resolution shall be effective upon adoption by the governing body. ADOPTED by the governing body of City of Goddard, Kansas, on March 4, 2019. (Seal) /s/ Jamey Blubaugh, Mayor ATTEST: /s/ Teri Laymon, City Clerk ATTACHMENT A NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The governing body of City of Goddard, Kansas (the “City”), will meet for the purpose of holding a public hearing, as provided by K.S.A. 12-6a26 et seq. (the “Act”) for the purpose of considering the advisability of amending the project description, updating the estimated project costs, updating the District legal description to recognize platted property and providing for a change of the commencement date of the sales tax for the Goddard Olympic Park Community Improvement District, previously established by Ordinance No. 759 and Ordinance No. 773 of the City (as described below, the “District”), and its intention to ratify and confirm all other matters related to the District, as set forth in Ordinance No. 759 Ordinance No. 773, which are unchanged as the same were previously stated in such Ordinances, all in the manner provided by the Act. Time and Place of Hearing April 1, 2019, at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter can be heard, at City Hall - 118 N. Main, P.O. Box 667, Goddard, Kansas 67052 Name of District The name of the District will be the “Goddard Olympic Park Community Improvement District.” Map and Legal Description of the District A map generally depicting the District is attached hereto as Exhibit A. The legal description of the District is attached hereto as Exhibit B. General Nature of the Project The general nature of the project (the “Project”) is to promote the development of a mixed-use project including an aquatic center, athletic fields, hotel, end other commercial uses generally located to the south of U.S. Highway 54 and east of Goddard Road, City of Goddard, Sedgwick County, Kansas. More specifically, the costs of the Project to be financed via community improvement district financing are (a) the acquisition, construction, maintenance, and procurement of certain improvements, costs, and services within the District, including, but not limited to: land acquisition, infrastructure related items, sidewalks, parking lots, buildings, tenant improvements, utilities, landscaping, lighting, signage, marketing and advertisement, cleaning and maintenance, security, soft costs of the Projects, the costs of private financing of the Projects, and the Petitioner’s administrative costs in establishing, maintaining, and amending the District, and any other items permitted to be financed within the District under the Act, and (b) subject to approval by the Kansas Department of Transportation, the construction of a restricted crossing U-turn intersection or signalized intersection on US-54 Highway to service the other Project components, which intersection is contiguous to the District and is related to the other Project components within the District and substantially benefits the District, and any other items permitted to be financed outside the District under the Act. Estimated Cost The estimated cost of the Project is $47,159,198 plus associated financing costs, such as interest, reserves, and issuance costs of any special obligation bonds or full faith and credit bonds, plus a City administrative fee. A detailed estimated budget is attached hereto as Exhibit C. Proposed Methods of Financing It is proposed that community improvement district revenue will be used to finance the cost of the Project through one or more of the following: issuance of special obligation bonds, issuance of full faith and credit bonds, and pay-as-you-go financing. The community improvement district revenue may be committed to the repayment of any Sales Tax and Revenues Bonds issued in support of the Project pursuant to K.S.A. § 12-17,160 et seq., and any special obligation bonds or full faith and credit bonds issued by the City are payable from community improvement
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district revenue available after application thereof to any Sales Tax and Revenues Bonds and the amount of such special obligation bonds or full faith and credit bonds shall not exceed $10,000,000. Method and Amount of Assessment The Project will not be financed through the levying of special assessments. Amount of Sales Tax The Project will be financed in part through the levying of a 1% add-on sales tax in the District, as authorized by the Act, with such add-on sales tax to commence on January 1, 2020, or any other date hereafter requested by the developer of the Project in writing. Ratification and Confirmation Only the Project description, the estimated project costs, the District legal description (to recognize platted property) and a change of the commencement date of the sales tax are proposed to be amended. All other matters described in Or-
dinance No. 759 and Ordinance No. 773 and set forth in this Notice are unchanged and will be ratified and confirmed. The public hearing may be adjourned from time to time. At the conclusion of the public hearing, the governing body may, by passage of an ordinance, amend the project description, update the estimated project costs, update the District legal description to recognize platted property and provide for a change of the commencement date of the sales tax, and ratify all other matters set forth in this Notice; provided, however, that the ordinance shall become effective upon publication in the official City newspaper. ALL PERSONS DESIRING TO BE HEARD WITH REFERENCE TO THE PROPOSED DISTRICT, PROJECTS, AND RELATED MATTERS SHALL BE HEARD AT THE PUBLIC HEARING. DATED: March 4, 2019. /s/ Terri Laymon, City Clerk
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EXHIBIT B Legal Description of the District Lots 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5, Block A, Goddard Aquatic Center Addition, City of Goddard, Sedgwick County, Kansas. EXHIBIT C Estimated Costs of the Project
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Goddard stunned at 5A State opener
By Travis Mounts
The Times-Sentinel news@tsnews.com
Goddard’s bid for its first-ever girls State basketball championship ended with a 36-34 loss to the Blue Valley Southwest Timberwolves. It was a close game start to finish. A 3-point Southwest lead after one quarter
was turned around by the Lions, who went up 23-17 at halftime. Southwest started the third quarter with a 9-1 run, taking the lead back from the Lions to go up 26-25 at the 4:45 mark. The Lions got the lead back on a pair of Kade Hackerott free throws, who was a perfect 6-for6 from the line for the
game. That sparked a 7-0 run as the Lions went ahead again, 32-26, just before the end of the third quarter. But the Lions – who had struggled to make shots during the game – managed just 2 more points in the fourth quarter. An 8-0 run by Southwest put the Timberwolves ahead 34-32 with 2:22 to
play. Hackerott made a pair of free throws with 1:24 to go to tie the game at 34, but the Lions missed field goals and free-throw opportunities in the last few minutes. A foul call on the Lions gave Southwest a pair of free throws, which were converted for a 36-34 lead with 1:01 to play. Kade Hackerott and
Brooke Sullivan accounted for nearly all of the Lions’ scoring. Hackerott had a game-high 18 points to go with seven rebounds. Sullivan added 14 points and pulled down two rebounds. Torri Vang had 2 points and six rebounds. Sullivan forced a team-high three steals, Hackerott had two and Vang forced a steal.
The Lions shot just 24 percent for the game. Southwest was not great, but they were better at 31 percent. Goddard shot just 16 percent after halftime, making just three of 19 attempts from the field in the second half. The Lions went 3-for-16 from behind the 3-point line, making two of those shots in the first half.
FAR LEFT: The Goddard Lions play defense against Blue Valley Southwest during their first-round game at the Class 5A State tournament. LEFT: GHS junior Kade Hackerott puts up a shot during the State tournament at White Auditorium in Emporia. BELOW LEFT: Ines De Miguel Castillo guards Blue Valley Southwest player Ashley Loeffelbein during the first half of last week’s game. BELOW RIGHT: Torri Vang takes a deep breath before making a free throw for the Lions. Travis Mounts/The Times-Sentinel
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