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Vol: 2, Issue: 29 City Commission

The Tax Lid is Coming

By Anne Hassler Heidel McPherson News The McPherson City Commissioners are battening down the hatches for a property tax lid coming in 2017. At Monday’s city commission meeting, City Administrator Nick Gregory introduced two ordinances that would realign areas of the budget to better meet the requirements for exemptions from the tax lid legislation passed by the Kansas legislature in 2015. The Animal Shelter fund, which was maintained as a separate budget will now be aligned under the city’s general fund. The city’s employee benefit fund will now be split into two accounts – one for public safety employees and one for non-public safety employees. Public safety is one area exempt from the tax-lid.

McPherson Mayor Tom Brown is waiting for the Kansas Legislature to clarify several areas of the legislation before making a prediction on how it will impact the city’s budget.

The first budget year to be impacted by the new law will be the 2018 budget “It’s like a Bill Clinton type question of what “is” is. They need to work out what a fiveyear average of the CPI is and define what the word average means,” Brown said during study session.

July 20, 2016 "You've just got to grow enough for all of them"

Coyotes in the Watermelon Patch

Photo by Steve Gilliland

Dick Gisel finds coyotes and raccoons have a sweet tooth for the cantaloupe and watermelons he grows on his farm near Hutchinson.

By Steve Gilliland the Blue Dragons entered the McPherson News Outdoors NJCAA tournament rated numTo Hutchinson area basketball ber one in the nation. Dick feels fans from my generation, the his other most memorable expename Dick Gisel rings famil- rience was having the opportuiar. From the mid 1960’s until nity to be assistant HCC coach he retired in 1995, Dick taught for 8 years under Gene Kady history & psychology and served who eventually went on to beas assistant and head basketball come head basketball coach at coach at Buhler High, Hutchin- Purdue. son Community College (HCC) Gisel is also well known for and at Hutchinson High School. something else in the HutchinAs head coach at HCC in 1975, son area; the melons he grows McPherson College, USD 418 split cost of $1.6m renovation

Upgrades Nearly Complete at Stadium

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and sells at his small hobby farm each summer. His dad grew melons for years, and for around 15 years now Gisel has grown between 4 to 6 acres of watermelons and cantaloupes, even adding pumpkins for a time. He says “I like to work and I like to see things grow, so growing and selling melons keeps me busy and keeps me connected with people.” The first years the patch consisted of numerous varieties, but now he has chosen just one variety each of watermelon and cantaloupe to keep life simpler.

The Kansas State Fair awards a “governor’s sweepstakes” prize each year for the best display of three different varieties of melons, and half-a-dozen years ago the Gisels won it twice in a row.

Dick won the first year, and as the story goes, his wife Jan won the following year even after Dick had secretly chosen his melons first.

To melon growers and to predator hunters and trappers, it’s well known that raccoons and coyotes love watermelons.

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McPherson Stadium has undergone an extensive renovation this year, including ADA-compliant ramps into the stadium, new seating for spectators, improvements to all sidewalks, fencing, restrooms and locker rooms as well as providing better runoff of water and drainage by replacing the grass at the south end of the stadium with concrete

By William Snesrud be completed according to McPherson News Marty Sigwing, Director Five years ago McPherson of Facilities at McPherson College in partnership with College.

McPherson USD 418 beTotal cost of the upgrades gan a series of upgrades for and renovations were $1.6 McPherson Stadium on the million and funded by campus of McPherson Col- McPherson College with lege, by the beginning of support from USD 418 as a the new fall term the final long-term lease partner. phase of renovations will The project is part of

an ongoing agreement between McPherson College, owner of the stadium, and USD 418 as lease partner, which allows both the college and high school to enjoy improved facilities for both those participating and using the facilities as well as those who come to enjoy watching the events.

As part of the partnership agreement, USD 418 pays approximately $118,000 annually as per the written agreement with the payment going toward both the cost of rent and renovations.

In a press release at the beginning of the final phase of renovations, McPherson College President Michael Schneider noted that “it is great to have a partner like USD 418 as we are able to share the space and make the important improvements See STADIUM, Page 10

Over the years the Gisels have lost dozens upon dozens of watermelons to the sweet tooth of those two critters, and they have already begun mooching from his patch this year. He said the damage wasn’t bad for the first couple years, but then evidently the word spread through the critter community, and during August last year he lost 3 or 4 watermelons every night to fourlegged panhandlers.

Raccoon’s usually gnaw a hole in the side of a melon and dig out all the insides they can reach, then move on to a fresh melon. Coyotes on the other hand most often break a melon to pieces, sometimes even moving it from the patch to an isolated location before they chow down. The most recommended solution is to exclude the thugs from the garden with a fence of some sort. Other fixes reported to work with varying results include somehow lighting up the area at night, playing radi-

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County Talks Bridges and Road Materials

By William Snesrud McPherson News McPherson roads were the main emphasis at Monday’s McPherson County Commissioners weekly meeting held at the First Bank Building.

Public Works Director Tom Kramer came before the Commissioners to request approval for a bid from L& M Contracting of Great Bend to do work on a 50-foot bridge structure .1 mile east of 16th Avenue on Chisholm Road.

Kramer informed the Commissioners that this was a bridge that qualified under a federal program regarding the replacement of all bridges that were considered structurally deficient for normal wear and tear of everyday use. Because of that qualification, $160,000 of See COUNTY, Page 5

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A start date for construction on Ash St. has been pushed back multiple times but as of Tuesday night it is scheduled to begin Thursday, July 21.

Road construction along Ash Street will begin on Thursday, July 21, resulting in the closing of the street from Kansas Avenue north to the railroad tracks just past Euclid Street. Intersecting streets including Marlin and Euclid will be closed for the duration of the project, which is expected to last approximately 35 days.

Plans also include milling, patching and overlaying the parking lot located north of Emprise Bank during the final three days of the Ash Street

project. Contractors from APAC – Kansas Inc. Shears Division remind residents the overall schedule is contingent on the weather.

The Ash Street Project is the second phase of major street construction near the Downtown District.

Specific concerns or needs should be reported to the Public Works Department at (620) 245-2545. Project and traffic updates can be viewed at https://www.facebook.com/mcphersonksroads/.

TAX LID, cont. from Page 1 The tax-lid bill Under the tax-lid law passed last year, city and county governments will have to hold a public vote if they want to raise spending by more than an adjusted Consumer Price Index (CPI) rate to be set by the state of Kansas.

If voters don’t approve spending increases, cities and counties will have to cut their property tax rates to adjust to the spending level allowed by the state.

Brown has spoken out against the law that hampers what he calls “thriving communities.” Communities who are experiencing growth and an increase in property valuation may not be able to keep pace with the increasing needs of new development if budget growth is capped by the CPI. Brown would prefer to see a more comparable measure for growth used such as a Municipal Price Index that measures the growth of typical city expenditures for goods and services.

Gregory said the tax-lid law will require county clerks to prepare tax notifications by June 1, 15 days earlier than currently required.

According to the Kansas Association of Counties (KAC), the county/city budget process begins in June with department proposals, valuations are delivered in July, and budgets are certified

by August 25, pursuant to state law. It is impossible to hold either an August or November election under this timeline.

The timing is also problematic if a public vote is required with the only practical

types of vote being a mail-in ballot or special election, which both come with an additional expense if not held at an already scheduled election.

Gregory expects that city staff will have to prepare two budgets simultaneously -one if a ballot issue passes and on if it fails -- should a public vote be necessary in the future.

For now it's a wait-and-see situation that could easily change come January depending on the make-up of the legislature. Local Senator Rick Wilborn and State Rep. Les Mason both voted in favor of the law. The Kansas Association of Realtors (KAR) and Americans for Prosperity both supported tax lid legislation.

KAR said once the law "goes into effect, this will give Kansas property owners a powerful tool to help limit the growth of the property tax burden."

According to Rep. Mason, the main emphasis on this year's version was to move the implementation date of 2018 as the original bill called for - to this year.

"That was met with a lot of concerns from local governments, and I had concerns myself. I felt that McPherson County and the municipalities therein have been good stewards of public funds," Mason said.

"In the end, all the stakeholders got together and hammered out a plan that was agreeable to all. It did move the implementation date up, although not as aggressively as some hoped for. The final version, also, allowed for some exemptions due to extraordinary circumstances, which according to our city and county leaders were essential to the agreement," Mason added.

If you would like your community event, club news, fund-raiser or public awareness announcement included on the Community page e-mail your information to editor@mcphersonweeklynews.com The News office is located at ste. 200, 109 1/2 N. Main St. Call (620) 241-4290.

Community Calendar All times and activities are subject to change.

Please call to verify before attending.

Upcoming Exhibits at the McPherson Public Library July - Photography by Deborah Walker Hall of Fame Baseball Cards August - MRC Summer Art Program Hall of Fame Baseball Cards Wednesday, July 20-Friday, July 29 Harry Potter Marathon- 1:00 p.m. each weekday afternoon at McPherson Public Library, 214 W. Marlin. All ages welcome to come take in all of Harry Potter!

Thursday, July 21 Talk With TED – Discussion Group6:30-7:45 p.m. at McPherson Public Library, 214 W. Marlin. Got a Wicked Problem? In this TED Talk, Tom Wujec, challenges you to make toast first! Moderator Chad Brake from Pfizer will lead a discussion on problem solving using a mapping technique.

Concerts for a Cause- 7:00 p.m. at Hopp’s Sound, 214 E. Euclid. Come out and enjoy the evening listening to Chad Thompson. Proceeds from this concert go to Boy Scouts.

Family Night- 5:00-6:30 p.m. at the American Legion, 401 N. Main. This month is benefiting Honor Flights. ToGo boxes are available if you have other activities to attend. Tickets are available from Post Officers, in the Lounge, or stop

by Investment Centers of America, 719 N. Main and purchase your ticket from Dan Hervey, or State Farm Insurance, 900 N. Main and get your ticket from Jim LaDuke.

Friday, July 22 Rural Appreciation Hamburger Feed- 5:307 p.m. at McPherson 4-H Fairgrounds, 710 W. Woodside. Celebrating 45 years, this annual event was created to celebrate the completion of wheat harvest and show appreciation to friends, neighbors and customers engaged in agricultural pursuits in McPherson County. The event is held each year in conjunction with the McPherson County 4-H Fair. It is sponsored, prepared and served by members of the McPherson Chamber. For more information, visit www.mcphersonchamber.org or call 620-241-3303.

Mystery Trip- Leaving at 5:45 p.m. from Canton Senior Center, 112 S. Main St., Canton. A fun time will be had by all!

Friday, July 22 & Saturday, July 23 Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat- 8:30 p.m. at Swensson Park Band Shell, 400 block of N. Main, Lindsborg.

Broadway RFD is presenting this show.

Tickets may be purchased online at www. broadwayrfd.org or at the gate.

Saturday, July 23 Central Kansas Progressives Ice Cream Social- 6:30-8 p.m. at Lakeside Pavilion 1, Lakeside Park. Come have ice cream with all the trimmings and meet progressive candidates for local House, Senate and County seats. Candidates include Terry Krier (73rd District House), Levi Morris (35th District Senate), Jo Schwartz (70th District House). Meet local voters who want to get Kansas back on the right fiscal track! Information on the various candidate platforms and views will be available The purpose of Central Kansas Progressives is to create political action networks in central Kansas, especially in and around McPherson County. They welcome progressives regardless of party affiliation. Voter registration forms and early voting applications will be available for pick up. Donations welcome.

For more information, contact Carmalee Winebrinner of Inman, at cwwforkscitizens@gmail.com or 620-931-7213. Donald Snapp of Newton and Teresa Loffer of Lindsborg may also be contacted through Facebook for more information.

Begins Friday, July 22 McPherson County 4-H Fair- More than 3,000 exhibits in more than 36 divisions can be seen on display at the 4-H Fairgrounds, 600 W. Woodside in McPherson. Contact Lindsey Friesen, 620-2411523 or www.mcpherson.ksu.edu.

Saturday, July 23 Movies in the Park- Star Wars: The Force Awakens- Movie begins at dusk at Lakeside Park band shell. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets. In case of rain, movies will be held at the McPherson Museum, 1111 E. Kansas Ave. Sponsored by McPherson News. All movies hosted by the McPherson Convention & Visitors Bureau. For more information, call 620241-3340.

Movie Matinee for Adults: Rudy- 2:004:00 p.m. at McPherson Public Library, 214 W. Marlin. Join us for a movie about an unlikely athlete with an unstoppable

dream. Free popcorn!

Red Velvet Crush band out of Kansas City, will perform a free show at City Limits in McPherson from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. More info.: Facebook.com/RedVelvetCrush Sunday, July 24 35th Anniversary Celebration- 2-4 p.m. at Galva Senior Center, 218 S. Main, Galva. Come celebrate Galva Senior Center’s 35th anniversary! Cake and refreshments will be served.

Monday, July 25 Writers Workshop- 6:30-7:30 p.m. on the 4th Monday of every month at McPherson Public Library, 214 W. Marlin. Join for a creative writing workshop for adults.

Bring a notebook or journal and a writing utensil. Call 245-2570 or email library@ macpl.org for more information.

Ice Cream Cone Day- Noon at Moundridge Senior Center, 100 N. Schmidt Ave., Moundridge. Today is the birthday of the ice cream cone! Come celebrate by having one at lunch.

Tuesday, July 26-Thursday, July 28 Kids Summer Movie Series- 10 a.m.

Goosebumps, $3 at the local McPherson theater. Organized by McPherson Main Street.

Wednesday, July 27 Storytime with Hippity and Skippity Hopp11 a.m. at Hopp’s Sno Shack.

Thursday, July 28 Concerts for a Cause- 7 p.m. at Hopp’s Sound, 214 E. Euclid. Come out and enjoy the evening listening to Steve Jirak.

Proceeds from this concert go to McPherson Humane Society.

"Zamzam Sinks"- 3:00 p.m. at The Cedars Wellness Center, 1021 Cedars Dr. Lois Carlson tells her story. The Zamzam was a passenger ship sailing from New York City to Africa in 1941. The ship was shelled and it sank in the South Atlantic.

Lois Carlson’s mother was able to save her children and Lois is coming to tell “the rest of the story.” Lois resides in Lindsborg and she recently orchestrated a gathering of survivors and their descendants for a 75th anniversary reunion.

Come hear this story and see pictures of the events surrounding the Zamzam. Everyone is welcome!

Submit community calendar items to editor@mcphersonweeklynews.com.

Banjo (black) and his tortie sister Fiddle are a dynamic pickin' duo who play and entertain each other all day! Bring them home and you will be in for plenty of rowdy kitten theatrics, as well as some sweet cuddle time.

If you are interested in adopting from us, please email mcphersonhumanesociety@hotmail.com for more information. We require an approved adoption application before bringing a kitty home, and those can be found at http://www.mcphersonhumanesociety. com/adopt-a-pet/

Fiddle

Please spay/neuter and immunize your pets.

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News Briefs

Pets of the Week

Banjo

Community News

Heartland Veterinary Clinic 1120 W. Kansas Ave. McPherson (620) 241-3662 www.heartlandvetclinicks.net

Community Foundation offering food bags In order to help families in need, the McPherson County Community Foundation is offering food bags on Thursdays July 28, Aug. 4 and Aug. 11. You can pick up a registration form at 206 S. Main St. or on the Community Foundation website. The deadline for signing up is July 27.

Public Library Hosts Second TED Discussion Group

Got problems? Everyone has problems: personal problems, business problems, parenting problems. Creativity innovator and author, Tom Wujeck thinks he can help solve even the most wicked problems, as outlined in his TED talk, “Got a wicked problem?

First, tell me how you make toast.”

To learn more about his concepts, and to discuss additional in-depth problem solving techniques which may be helpful, attend the McPherson Public Library’s Talk with TED discussion group on Thursday, July 21 at 6:30 p.m. in the meeting room.

The group will be facilitated by Chad Brake, Operational Excellence Lead from Pfizer. The group is free and registration is not required.

For additional information call the library at 245-2570 or email them at library@macpl.org.

Solid Waste Rates Increasing

The McPherson City Commission approved a resolution Monday that will increase the rate for solid waste collection by 3.5% on Jan. 1, 2017. The increase is a reflection of the increase adopted by the McPherson Area Solid Waste Utility (MASWU) at its annual meeting, according to City Administrator Nick Gregory. The monthly residential collection fee will increase from $15.97 to $16.31 per month.

MASWU is responsible for all the solid waste collection and disposal in McPherson County including trash and curbside recycling in the City of McPherson.

City Revises Zoning for Political Signs

The City Commission approved Ordinance No. 3217 amending zoning regulations pertaining to the suitable placement of political campaign signs. Effective immediately signs may not exceed six square feet in gross surface area. Signs along the right of way must be set back at least five feet from any paved or unpaved roadway.

Signs must also be set back from any corner intersection at least 20 feet to form a sight triangle in City streets and at least 20 feet in County roads when measured from each direction of the intersecting pavement or improved surfaces.

According to Pam Cherry, Community Development Director, the revised zoning ordinance was necessary to abide by mandated state regulations approved in 2015.

The City will enforce the new signage zoning regulation using the current code enforcement process. Call 620.245.2535 for more information or to report a political signage placement violation.

Opinions

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Letters to the Editor Along Those Lines

Pokémon GO a Groundbreaking App

by Jed Litwiller

The Village Geek Games Unless you’ve successfully avoided all types of media these past two weeks, you’ve likely heard of Pokémon GO, the latest craze in gaming. Even if you have somehow avoided hearing about it, you’ve probably noticed the vast increase in the number of people walking around town while using their phone. Pokémon GO has only been out for a couple weeks and according to most sources, it has been the most popular mobile app of all time, beating out major apps such as Twitter and Tinder. This innovative app uses GPS to integrate technology to encourage players to search for Pokémon. When the player is physically close to the in-game creature, the app alerts the player and allows the creature to be captured.

The Trainer, may capture the creatures in “PokéBalls” and add them to their digital collection. Additional Pokéballs can be acquired for free at local Pokéstops (the Opera House is one, for example). Players can also use items such as Pokémon Lures at Pokéstops as well. Pokémon can be trained by fighting others’ Pokémon at Gyms- usually real-world locations with some significance.

Often tied to the popularity of Pokémon GO are the sad, interesting, and at times hilarious stories surrounding this cultural phenomenon. In California, two men essentially walked off a cliff while playing Pokémon GO. A young teenage girl, who recently appeared on national news, was hit by a car as she walked across a busy street to catch a Pokémon. While the former two cases are examples of people not taking full advantage of their gray matter, there are a concerns as to the impacts on society. One of which is that users are becoming more

engrossed in their phones than ever. However, I would argue that the benefits far outweigh these concerns. The game is designed from the ground up to get people outside and active.

I have heard multiple personal accounts from friends who have exercised more in the past two weeks than they have since they were young children. Gamers are becoming more social than ever, and not just on the end of a microphone talking to each other over the internet. Groups of people are gathering at local sites in McPherson, such as the county courthouse and near local businesses, to socialize and catch Pokémon. There is even a local Facebook group called Mcpherson Pokémon GO Trainers for local players to get advice and share their catches.

One local player even organized an open potluck event at Lakeside Park through this Facebook group.

Pokémon GO, is a healthy leap in the integration of technology and the real world. This new style of software, being called “augmented reality” will likely be duplicated and improved on for all genres of mobile apps and games. Psychologists and Sociologists alike have already begun to analyze the effects of the game since its release. I hope to see new apps that use similar technology to help people develop critical thinking and solve problems, and maybe even spur social change. The possibilities are endless as other developers will learn from the successes and failures of Niantic and Nintendo’s smash hit.

Dear Editor, On June 25, the McPherson Master Gardeners & Friends presented our annual JuneBloom Garden Tour. We Would like to thank the host gardeners and the Master Gardener volunteers for all their preparations and donated time towards the success of this outstanding event.

The winners of this year's Garden matcHmaker event were Carol Koehn & Lisa Koehn from Sheila's Garden Market; John Walters from The Bookshelf/Hidden Closet; Irene Clausen from Smoky Valley Nursery; and Laura Bowers from Grabers Ace Hardware. Finally, Susan Walters, Chuck Bouska, Zoe Vontz from Stutzman's Nursery. Congratuations to all of you!

Following the garden tour, Rita Beam hosted our picnic in her beautiful garden, during which the Golden Trowel Award was presented to Jim Stevens and plaques were given to all the host gardeners. We are currently planning next year's event and if anyone is interested in gardening, horticulture and design, just contact the McPherson County Extension office at 600 W. Woodside or call (620) 241-1523.

Thanks again, DeWayne Herrs

Question of the Week

Kids of all ages are playing Pokeman Go! Where do you fall on the fan spectrum?

Donna Carrell-Mayo: At first I thought it was dumb but now it definitely is addicting and keeps me from being bored.

Dennis Wille: Couldn't care less.

Jerome Moore:. I do it, but don't have a clue what I'm doing.

Chris Rooker: What the heck is Pokemon?

Diana Rose: I've seen people out playing it but I wish they'd stay off my lawn!

Alyssa Drury Koehn: I am a Pokemon master! I look for them everywhere I go.

Jed Litwiller is co-owner of The Village Geek in Downtown Laurie Armstrong: I don't play it but it's a nice way for McPherson. kids to explore and meet other players.

Carla Barber MacChat

We live in a quite old house.

We love said house. There were numerous things about it that spoke to us jointly and individually when we first looked at it.

My spouse has no idea the age of the other older houses he’s lived in, but I know that the oldest one I’ve lived in was built in 1922, because it was built for my Grampa Roy by his two older brothers, on the year of his wedding. I lived there as a child.

Our current house was built 34 years prior, in 1888, so this is by far the oldest house I’ve ever lived in. Like any grande dam, it needs its share of pampering and overhauling, but all in all, it’s been kept in fairly good shape.

I’ve learned a lot about the former owners through the choices they made with this house.

It’s something people should consider when they alter their homes: what does this choice say about me? Many of the decisions in this case were sound, thoughtful, and forward-thinking. But there have been a few that fall along the lines of the story I told a few weeks back about the housewife who, though completely well-intentioned, wound up face to face with a workman, while wearing nothing but a football helmet and holding a jersey.

We bought the house without the benefit of communication with the people who’d lived in it, through circumstances beyond their control, so there were things they might have thought to clue us in on, that the agent (and apparently, the couple’s grown children) had no notion of.

The first was that the nearly-new dishwasher needs little provocation to start itself. One of the agents casually leaned against the counter while showing us around, and by the time she realized she’d butt-started the machine, the warranty and product booklet were a soggy mess. Perhaps that wasn’t the best place to put them, though the reasoning was sound.

The next item occurred after we’d lived in the house for a few months. A fire alarm went off.

Not either of the ones on the walls. I hunted for an hour, then woke my husband, who’d gone upstairs and didn’t hear it, and he hunted as well. In desperation, I called the non-emergency number of the police. It was a slow night, so they sent a couple guys over. They hunted as well.

No luck. They called the fire department (No, I am NOT kidding. Only in McPherson do we get service like this). They sent over two guys in full gear. We all agreed it was coming from the kitchen - - but where was it?

After about 15 minutes, one of the firemen opened our bottom metal-lined bread drawer, pulled it out, laid himself down on the floor to look into the space, and said, “Aha!” He pulled out a screaming fire alarm, the kind that should be on a wall. Trailing it was a long cord that snaked down into the basement. He pulled it up; it appeared to have been attached to nothing. The crews had been in the basement and seen nothing.

Now they surmised that perhaps the alarm was rigged to detect water and warn if the sump pump wasn’t working: but the basement was dry. Ultimately, they decided that the alarm was blaring because the battery was dying. But why it was there, we may never know. If YOU do, please tell me!

We’ve had several other baffling incidents with the way the house is rigged, and all of them, I’m certain, were due to decisions that made perfect sense to the former owners, bless their hearts. I imagine we’re making some of those same kinds of decisions ourselves. And I bet you are, or have, as well.

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Lifestyles

Wednesday, July 20, 2016 – Page 5

Renters Insurance and College

Festival Announces Winning T-Shirt Design

by Jana McKinney

McPherson Co. Extension Agent Renters insurance. What do you know about it? I recently learned that if a college bound student is still lives with his parents but stays in a dorm room at school; then the parents homeowner's insurance will cover ifsomething happens to their possessions. But, if they are renting an apartment, call your insurance agent and ask questions so you know if they are covered or not. However, if something does happen while the student is at college; the homeowner's deductible has to be met and the claim counts against the homeowner's insurance.

Renter's insurance is important and this column is dedicated to helping you learn more about it. If you rent an apartment or own a condominium, you need insurance to protect your belongings. While your landlord or condo association might have insurance, it only protects the building. Your belongings are not covered under those policies.

There are several types of residential insurance policies. Most policies cover personal property losses from 17 perils, but not floods or earthquakes.

Renter's insurance for basic $16,000 coverage would cost $12 to $16 a month, between $144 to $192 a year. This is just a starting point to help you understand how affordable it is and how expensive it can be to not have it.

One thing to look at is whether the insurance company will offer "actual cash value" (ACV) or "replacement cost coverage" for your belongings. As the name implies, ACV coverage will pay only for what your property was worth at the time it was damaged or stolen. So, if you bought a television five years ago for $300, it would be worth significantly less today. While you'd still need to spend about $300 for a new TV, your insurance company will pay only for what the old one was worth, minus your deductible.

Replacement cost coverage, on the other hand, will pay what it actually costs to replace

the items you lost. Replacement cost coverage will reimburse you for the actual replacement cost of your property, up to the limit stated in your policy. An insurer will generally make an advanced payment to you for the used value'' of the property, less your deductible. Then if you replace the property, you can receive reimbursement for the actual price paid. Your agent can explain this part of the claim process in more detail.

Let your agent know about any particularly valuable items you have. Jewelry, antiques, and electronics might be covered up to a certain amount. If you have some items that are unusually expensive, such as a diamond ring, you'll probably want to purchase a separate rider. If you don't talk to your agent about an expensive item when you buy the policy, you probably won't be able to recover the loss.

To ensure you are compensated for any belongings you lose from a fire, storm or other catastrophe, you should inventory all of your personal belongings. Many people learn after a fire or storm that they didn't have enough personal property coverage. Making an inventory will help you decide how much insurance you need. It also will simplify claims.

Your inventory should list each item, its value, and serial number. Photograph or videotape each room, including closets, open drawers, storage buildings, and your garage. Keep receipts for major items in a fireproof place.

If your apartment or condominium becomes uninhabitable due to a fire, burst pipes, or any other reason covered by your policy, your insurance will cover your "additional living expenses." Generally, that means paying for you to live somewhere else.

Renters and condo owners insurance policies have additional benefits. For example, a waterbed liability provision is standard in most renters and condo owners policies. If your waterbed bursts and the water ends up in the apartment below yours, your insurance would cover the damage.

The winning design by Alisha Mervyn.

The McPherson Festival of Cultures planning committee is pleased to announce Alisha Mervyn has been named the 2016 t-­‐shirt design winner.

According to committee members, the design is “powerful and captures the festival theme focused on embracing the world.” Mervyn will receive a $100 cash prize, a free t-­ ‐shirt and four festival tickets.

Earlier this year festival organizers announced a name change from the McPherson Scottish Festival to the McPherson Festival of Cultures. The annual event is held the fourth weekend of September.

This year’s festival on Sept. 24 & 25 will include traditional Scottish Highland athletic games, music and dancers. The McPherson Bagpipe Band will also be featured.

New attractions include a craft beer tasting tent featuring Kansas breweries, blue grass music, steel drums, an international market, ethnic foods and more. With the addition of other cultures, festival planners have been able to recruit new leadership as they strive to celebrate other cultures and overall diversity.

Chairperson Dianna Carter noted the committee has reduced the ticket price from $15 to $8 in an effort to make the event more attractive and affordable for local residents. Tickets will be available at the gate or at www.macfestival. com. For more information, call (620) 755-3408.

Marinated Grilled Shrimp

Ingredients: 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/3 cup olive oil 1/4 cup tomato sauce 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 2 pounds fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined COUNTY, cont. from Page 1. the $234,302 cost would be reimbursed to the county by the Kansas Department of Transportation. That leaves the county cost at $74,302.

During a brief discussion about the bridge itself, Kramer noted that anytime a bridge is rendered structurally deficient, it means that if any one supporting piece of the bridge were to fail the whole bridge would fail to be useable. Also mentioned was that according to the terms of the reimbursement from KDOT the bridge had to be taken off-line and have an agreement of repair by October.

Satisfied with the verification of reimbursement from KDOT, the Commissioners approved the bid for bridge replacement.

An agreement with Klaver Construction was presented by Kramer to the Commissioners for signature for 2016 cast-in- place RCB projects which the Commissioners signed so that the work may begin.

Directions: In a large bowl, stir together the garlic, olive oil, tomato sauce, and red wine vinegar. Season with basil, salt, and cayenne pepper. Add shrimp to the bowl, and stir until evenly coated. Cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour, stirring once or twice.

Preheat grill for medium heat. Thread shrimp onto skewers, piercing once near the tail and once near the head. Discard marinade.

Lightly oil grill grate. Cook shrimp on preheated grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until opaque. allrecipes.com The Commissioners also approved the awarding of a bid for crushing road materials for 2016 to Air Capital Recycle of Valley Center, Kansas at a cost of $26,350.

According to Kramer the cost was based on previous dollars spent for a similar amount of materials. Kramer claimed that they would be needing approximately 6,000 tons of crushed concrete and approximately 3,000 tons of crushed asphalt.

With a few final comments, Kramer brought the Commissioners up to date about agreements to help with a few city projects including the KDOT frontage road, roadwork on the east end of the McPherson Cemetery as well as Avenue A between the railroad tracks and Maxwell which is scheduled to start on Monday, July 25. Kramer did mention also that work they were hoping to help with along Baer Street has been put on hold at this time.

Next scheduled meeting for the McPherson County Commissioners will be on Monday, July 25 at 9 a.m.

Milestones

OBITUARIES

Wilma Jean Smart

Wilma Jean Smart, 84, of Lindsborg, passed away July 14, 2016.

She was born December 20, 1931, the daughter of Clyde and Eva (James) Walters in Louisville, CO. On June 16, 1951, she was united in marriage to William Smart of Gypsum, KS, in Ratone, NM. He passed away June 2, 2006. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Vernon Walters, and sister, Gladys Becker.

Wilma is survived by her daughter, Sandra Driggers of McPherson.

A graveside service will be held Monday July 18, at 10:00am at Gypsum Cemetery, Gypsum, KS. Memorial may be designated for the McPherson County Humane Society in care of Christians Funeral Home 103 N. Washington St. PO Box 386 Lindsborg, KS 67456.

Online condolences at www.ChristiansFuneralHome.com

Leroy Frederick Pell

Leroy Frederick Pell, 81, of McPherson and formerly of Portland, OR and Phoenix, AZ, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 13, 2016, surrounded by family at McPherson Hospital.

Leroy was born on September 22, 1934, in Sturgis, SD, the son of Floyd Roy and Margaret Helen (Friehauf ) Pell. He was a former school teacher and owned & operated a deli in Portland, OR. Leroy was also a veteran of the United States Army.

He was a member of the First Christian Church, McPherson. Leroy enjoyed traveling and had the opportunity to visit 64 foreign countries. He was also an avid collector of music, stamps, and fine art. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family.

Survivors include: his loving sister, Irene Clausen of McPherson, KS; several nieces, nephews, & cousins; and a host of friends.

Inurnment will be in the Black Hills National Cemetery in South Dakota.

Memorial donations may be given to First Christian Church in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460. Personal condolences may be sent to the family at www.stockhamfamily.com.

Danny Kaye Bell Danny Kaye Bell, 57, of Windom, KS, passed away at 9:35 a.m., Sunday, July 17th, 2016 surrounded by family, at Hospice House, Hutchinson, Kansas.

Bell was born in Hoxie, Kan. on Jan. 31, 1959, a son of Shirley Mae (Sullivan) and Maynard Floyd Bell.

Bell attended the Morland and Claflin grade schools, Park School, McPherson Junior High and McPherson Senior High School, McPherson, Kansas.

Bell was baptized at the Morland

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Methodist Church, Morland, Kansas.

Through the yearsBell worked as a cook for the Plaza Restaurant, Alumax for 16 years, owned and operated B&P sandblasting business for five years and was a Thread Mill Operator for Milicron/Wear Tech for twelve years, and read the water meters for the city of Windom.

Bell enjoyed gardening, fishing, cars, motorcycles, his canine companions, hunting and spending time with his daughter and family.

He is survived by his daughter Jayme Lynn Gillespie, of Newton, Kan.; his siblings, Floyd Bell, of McPherson, Pamela Postier and her husband Richard, McPherson, and Martin Bell and his wife Nancy, of McPherson, Kan.; his canine pug companions, Keysha and Maggie; many nieces and nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

Bell was preceded in death by his parents, Maynard and Shirley Bell and a brother Noel "Pete" Bell; and three canine companions, Angel, Nestle, and Satin Nelly.

Friends are invited to call on Wednesday, July 20, 2016 from 4 to 7 p.m. with family present from 5 to 7 p.m.. at Glidden - Ediger Chapel, McPherson.

The funeral service will be held at the First United Methodist Church, McPherson, Kan., at 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 21, 2016 with Reverend Darren Frazier officiating.

The final resting place will be at the McPherson Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Danny Bell Memorial and they can be sent in care of the Glidden - Ediger Funeral Home; 222 West Euclid Street; McPherson, KS 67460.

Linda Sue Butler Brittingham Linda Sue Butler Brittingham, 55, of McPherson, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 14, 2016, at McPherson Health & Rehab in McPherson.

She was a former child care provider and also made dolls and various crafts that she would sell at arts & crafts fairs.

She was born on January 25, 1961, in Castaner, Puerto Rico. She was adopted by loving parents, Ed and Judy Butler, and eventually found her way to McPherson, where she graduated from McPherson High School in 1979.

Linda was a member of McPherson Church of the Brethren.

Survivors include: mother, Judy Butler of McPherson, KS; brother, Jeff Butler and wife, Angela, of McPherson, KS; sister, Nancy Moyer and husband, Forrest, of McPherson, KS; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, & cousins.

She was preceded in death by: her father, Ed Butler; infant brother, Mark Edward Butler; and infant sister, Beth

Ann Butler.

Memorial service will be held at 1:30 PM, Saturday, July 23, 2016, at McPherson Church of the Brethren with Rev. Chris Whitacre and Rev. Kathryn Whitacre officiating. An inurnment will be held at a later date in McPherson Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Linda Butler Brittingham Memorial Fund in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460. Personal condolences may be sent to the family at www.stockhamfamily.com.

Harold W. Schrag Harold W. Schrag, 93, passed away July 16, 2016 at Newton Medical Center. He was born in Moundridge on January 20, 1923 the son of Daniel D. and Anna Zerger Schrag. He was a farmer and a bus driver for the Moundridge School system for 25 years. He married Ellen Goering and she passed

away on May 14, 1996. He later married Alice Krehbiel and she passed away June 3, 2014. He was also preceded in death by a son, Dean H. Schrag, a grandson, Maddox Crabtree, and 9 brothers and sisters. He is survived by 3 daughters, Deb (J.R. Russell) Koehn of Galva, Dawn (Steve Schmidt) Schrag of Moundridge, Denice (Terrance) Micheaux of Bel Aire, 8 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and 1 great, great grandchildren. The family will greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, July 20, 2016 at Moundridge Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m., Thursday, July 21, 2016 at Eden Mennonite Church, rural Moundridge with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Memorials may be sent to the Mennonite Central Committee in care of Moundridge Funeral Home.

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Cyclists Enjoy Mowbray Metric Ride

McPherson PD Traffic Stop

Use Common Sense while Playing Pokemon GO

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Photo by Jeff Heidel

The three rides of the Mowbray Metric cycling event were well attended this last weekend. Pictured above is McPherson Boy Scout Gavin Powell who helped with one of the SAG stops for the Sunday ride. The “Short Stack” breakfast ride Saturday had a little head wind on the way to Inman, but that didn’t stop the 28 bicycle riders. The Inman Senior Center put on a great pancake and sausage breakfast. At 3 p.m. riders started to assemble in Swenson Park in Lindsborg for the 3rd “Annual Storm the Castle ride. Twenty-three riders left and 20 hot, tired and very sweaty riders arrived a few hours later, (three got rescued on the road). Refreshments were served as the sun was setting, a beautiful site from the “heights." Riders started assembling Sunday morning before 6:30 for the Sunday ride. McPherson Police escorted the 140 or so riders to the edge of town as they set out for a 20-, 40- or 62-mile adventure. Riders for the three rides ranged in age from 12 to 77. (Information courtesy of Ronn Peters.)

At McPherson KS Police Department, we know other agencies have addressed the recent launch of Pokémon Go -an entertaining geo-caching app for your phone, but we’d like to add our two cents for our favorite community and those nearby.

Our best recommendation is: DESIGNATE A POKEPILOT. A pilot’s only responsibility is to steer, guide, or lead –not to hunt Pokémon.

Find a friend or family member who will drive and scout for dangers you might miss when your focus is on the game. We’ve seen folks enter or stop in the roadway (while driving or walking) without regard for other vehicles on the road. This is obviously dangerous for the player and for everyone else.

A pilot can also watch for suspicious characters –who aren’t in the game and may go unnoticed when your attention is on your latest catch.

We’d also like to share a few reminders… The City of McPherson has curfews in place for its parks and its young

people. It is unlawful for anyone to be in any park or recreation facility owned by the City or to park on any street or parking area within same from 12 a.m. to 6 a.m. It’s also unlawful for anyone under 16 years old to be in any public place between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. unless accompanied by a parent, guardian, or an adult designated by a parent or guardian. Additionally, the Cemetery is closed at sundown on any given day and until 7 am the following morning. It would be the height of disrespect to be gaming where a service is taking place; find somewhere else to hunt. Also, be respectful of private property and aware of “No Trespassing” signs. We don’t want to see folks in trouble who are only out to have a good time.

Lastly, HAVE FUN! We’re glad to see folks outdoors, enjoying one another’s company. Our Officers may have spotted a few Pokémon around too –just enjoy SAFELY & RESPECTFULLY with a #pokepilot.

On most Tuesdays, MPD addresses a topic dealing with traffic enforcement in the City of McPherson. This week Tuesday was busy, so it’s being shared on Wednesday. The “Traffic Stop” is organized by the Traffic Section of Patrol Bureau. Have a topic you’d like us to feature in a future “Traffic Stop”?

Send your suggestions to us via private message at McPherson KS Police Department.

Marshall Rolls Out Farm & Ranch Team This morning, Dr. Roger Marshall rolled out his Farm & Ranch Team for the 2016 Republican Primary at his campaign headquarters in Salina.

Present were members of the Kansas Farm Bureau, Kansas Livestock Association, National Sorghum Producers, and several family farming operations in the Big 1st. Not present, but supporting are the Kansas Corn Growers, Renew Kansas (Ethanol) and Dairy Farmers of America.

Below is an excerpt from Dr. Marshall's remarks: "The entire Kansas agricultural community has risen with one voice to say

'enough' of the political games. They have risen to support our team because of the clarity of purpose: to restore our representation, reputation and influence over federal farm policy.

I am proud to stand with these hardworking men and women, and against those like Tim Huelskamp and Nancy Pelosi, who don’t value their work and contribution to our way of life.

Farmers will have no bigger friend in Washington than Roger Marshall, and I look forward to working with them in the last two weeks of this campaign, and working for them in the United States Congress."

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Wellness

Hughes Reflects on 21 Years at McPherson Hospital

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Dr. Tyler Hughes has practiced general surgery in McPherson for 21 years.

After 21 years at McPherson Hospital, Dr. Tyler Hughes is now transitioning from full-time general surgeon to part-time in order to begin a journey towards retirement.

Coming to McPherson from Dallas in 1995, Dr. Hughes felt it was time to get back to his passion of working directly with patients rather than continuing on a track as an administrator. He has since grown to be a well-respected surgeon and advocate for rural surgery not just locally, but globally.

Over the years, he has become an award-winning surgeon, lecturer, writer (including a stint as movie reviewer for a local newspaper), teacher, mentor, and a leader on the national level.

In 2011, Dr. Hughes was selected to serve a directorship with the American Board of Surgery (ABS).

Representing rural practice, he assists in certifying surgeons who have met a defined standard of education, training and knowledge in the field of surgery.

In 2012, he was honored by the National Rural Health Association as their Rural Health Practitioner of the Year. This same year, he was selected Chair of the Advisory Council for Rural Surgery of the American College of Surgery.

But he is quick to credit others as he is recognized for these kinds of accomplishments. “It is a reflection on the people like our staff physicians, administration, volunteers services, maintenance department, nursing, OR staff, anesthesia and many others at McPherson Hospi-

tal,” Hughes said.

He has mentored and taught dozens of students over the years, an endeavor for which he holds a great deal of passion. He understands the importance of bringing students into the rural rotation at the hospital in hopes it will create in them a desire to practice in a rural setting. For his efforts in this regard, he received the University of Kansas School of Medicine first-ever Outstanding Preceptor Award in 2010.

The list of accomplishments, titles and accolades goes on and on, but Dr. Hughes knows that those aren’t goals you strive for. Those are the things that come along while you’re living your passion and doing the best you can every day.

He and his wife Mary have been assets to the larger community as well, being involved citizens in various activities throughout the years. He once said about discovering McPherson, “It was kind of love at first sight. It suddenly dawned on me how I could have a more rewarding career and this was a community that I thought I would fit well in.” After raising two children, Dorothy and Tyler, Jr., who are now grown and living their own lives, Dr. Hughes and Mary could have moved on to bigger opportunities, but their decision to remain speaks to the sense of family they have felt here.

“I don't know what to say to all my friends, patients and co-workers except, ‘Thank you for my life,’” Hughes commented. “Living and working in McPherson has

made my life so much better and so much more full than I could ever imagine. My whole family has received as much in return from this community as we have given.

A surgeon must know when it is time to transit from constant patient care to whatever his talents determine is the next step after the operating room. I still plan to serve this community, just in other ways than previously. McPherson is my (our) home.”

“Dr. Hughes has been a tremendous asset to our hospital and to the entire community for over two decades, and we are grateful for his and Mary’s service over the years,” said Rob Monical, McPherson Hospital CEO. “Both he and Dr. Clayton Fetsch, along with an outstanding team of health professionals, have provided the citizens of our area with exceptional care and expertise as a surgical team.

We will miss his daily involvement, but are grateful that Dr. Fetsch will continue the great surgical care we have come to experience.”

Dr. Hughes will remain on the medical staff and will assist in surgeries when possible. And in keeping with his passion for student education, he will serve as Director of Medical Education at the Kansas University School of Medicine, Salina. The hospital is currently pursuing several good leads in finding a full-time replacement for Dr. Hughes and anticipates an announcement in the coming months.

COYOTES, cont. from Page 1. os all night, placing scarecrows or flashing lights amongst the vines, spraying melons with hot pepper sauce, wrapping young melons in old pantyhose and even spraying human urine around the plants, all in an effort to spook the intruders.

Gisel has tried numerous solutions over the years to curb the thievery, some which seemed to help for a time, but none with lasting results. He once borrowed

a hunting blind and sat all night among the plants with his twelve gauge at the ready, but not one four legged thief even showed. His latest experiment is to step out the door each night just before he goes to bed and fire his shotgun into the air a couple times to try to disrupt the varmint’s intentions. The funniest thing he’s seen from all this is when a coyote actually left droppings on top of a ripe melon, as if to mark it for the following night.

The bottom line to keeping critters out of a garden or melon patch is that a fence will work most of the time, but every other fix, homemade or otherwise works for some of the people some of the time, but don’t bet the farm on them. I like Dick Gisel's take on the whole thing, as he quoted what his dad said to him many years ago; “Dick, you just gotta’ grow enough for all of them!” Continue to Explore Kansas Outdoors.

Steve can be contacted by email at stevenrgilliland@gmail.com.

Tech & Gaming

Wednesday, July 20, 2016 - Page 9

Is new technology around the corner for our wireless devices?

Looking into Wi-Fi and the possibilities of Li-Fi

By Dustin Wilgers McPherson College In today’s world, the internet is almost as much a part of our daily lives as the clothes we wear or the vehicles we drive. In fact, being connected is so important that they have begun making cars that serve as mobile hotspots and wristwatches that are internet-ready computers more powerful than the large desktop units of 10 years ago. The number of devices connecting to the internet has increased tremendously over the past several years and it is estimated that over 50 billion devices will be connected by 2020 (1).

These devices are sending and receiving massive amounts of data. In one minute across our planet, there is over 600 terabytes (600,000 Gigabytes) of data transmitted, including 1.3 million YouTube video views, 6 million Facebook views, 100,000 tweets, and 204 million emails sent (2). The vast majority of this information is being transferred wirelessly to our devices.

Have you ever stopped to think how?

Currently, the information that comes to our devices is delivered wirelessly in two ways primarily, cellular signals or Wi-Fi, which stands for wireless fidelity. Both of these methods

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Li-Fi technology uses light waves to transmit data. rely on the same delivery system, radio waves. To understand this technology, we need to digress into a little physics. Radio waves are but a small section of the electromagnetic radiation spectrum, which is a range of possible wavelengths (and conversely frequencies) that energy particles, called photons,

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can vibrate at. Photons can vibrate at very short wavelengths, like X-rays and UV rays, which have enough energy in them to do damage to living tissue.

Some vibrate at just right wavelengths (400 – 700 nanometers) that our eyes detect them, and slight differences in these wavelengths are what determines the color we detect. Other particles, like microwaves and radio waves vibrate at much longer wavelengths. Radio waves vibrate at wavelengths that range from millimeters long to nearly 100 kilometers (~ 60 miles), which help these waves travel around obstacles and even through walls. Some radio waves are so good at traveling long distances that some of my students can pick up some AM radio stations from Russia during the evening. This band is so effective it is used all over the world for a variety of reasons to send information, including radio, cellular, Wi-Fi, satellites, aircraft communication, television, radar, and some remote controls. Each of these different uses (and more) have split up the radio wave spectrum to ensure no overlap and fidelity of the information held in each channel.

There are many benefits to using radio waves, which is why they are so ubiquitous. However, there are a few drawbacks to radio waves. First, with so many services using radio waves, the radio frequency spectrum has been suggested to be running low on open bands (check out the US radio frequency allocation: https://en.wikipedia.org/ wiki/File:United_States_Frequency_ Allocations_Chart_2011_-_The_Radio_Spectrum.pdf ). With fewer open bands in the radio realm, continued expansion seems unrealistic in a finite band of frequencies. Second, one of the benefits of radio waves, ease of transmittance through and around objects, is quickly becoming a security concern, as hackers can intercept Wi-Fi signals

very easily from outside your own home. Lastly, in order for the internet to continue expanding at the pace it has been, we need to think of energy consumption. In 2013, the US alone used an estimated 91 billion kilowatt hours to run their data centers, which equals the output of 34 coal-fired power plants (3). That isn’t even including energy consumed to send the information to our devices. Given our already-growing energy concerns, if we are to increase connectivity to the internet in our ever-growing technology-based society, it should be energy neutral. For these reasons, scientists are looking into other technologies to use to transmit the ever increasing amounts of internet data.

One fascinating possibility for the future of data transmission is a technology called Li-Fi, which stands for light fidelity. The technology has been picking up momentum since 2010, when Harald Haas coined the term (look up his 2011 TED talk on the topic). Li-Fi uses a different part of the electromagnetic radiation spectrum, one that we are already using and accustomed to and need in our homes and businesses, visible light. The use of light offers several advantages. The light spectrum is 10,000 times larger than the radio spectrum, so concerns on capacity are very low. Additionally, data transfer/ download rates are considerably faster compared to radio transmissions, reaching up to 100 times the speed of Wi-Fi downloads. The way Li-Fi works is special LED bulbs are connected to the internet using cables/cords much like broadband and wireless routers are today. These LED bulbs will take the information sent to them and convert it to a wireless signal by altering the amplitude (brightness) of their light output in subtle amounts. These tiny changes in light amplitude, which are undetectable by the human eye, are detected by a special Li-Fi receiver and converted into data that streams to your device (4).

The potential benefits of Li-Fi are intriguing. In addition to the incredible speed and breadth of the spectrum available mentioned above, the information transfer in this technology is piggy-backed onto light production, which means the energy expense for this is zero. In fact, because the LED bulb is extremely energy efficient, depending on the type of bulb it is replacing, this could actually reduce energy consumption. The security concerns are mixed with this technology. While hackers outside of the building cannot intercept these signals, because light cannot travel through walls, security issues within a room are still not addressed as people could potenSee LIFI, Page 10.

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STADIUM, cont. from Page 1. that we would not likely be able to do alone.”

Mark Crawford, USD 418 Superintendent, added “the upgrades have been appreciated by our student-athletes and I’m excited this partnership will provide for an even greater fan experience.”

While the final phase included ADA-compliant ramps into the stadium, new seating for spectators, improvements to all sidewalks, fencing, restrooms and locker rooms as well as providing better runoff of water and drainage by replacing the grass at the south end of the stadium with concrete – one item not included were the renovations to the press box. Sigwing noted that the press box renovations were shelved at this time due to the higher costs of bids and need to stay within the original $1.6 million goal.

Despite the postponement of renovations for the press box, the facility will still have coach boxes for both home and visiting team staff, a game staff area, a media area with

both phone and internet connections as well as the filming deck.

Previous phases of the renovation project included a new artificial field, new surface for track, updated field event facilities, new lights as well as new additional bleachers on the visitors side of the stadium.

In 2013, the college also funded a new natural-grass practice facility to the east of the stadium to enable more flexibility in stadium use.

The new practice facility provides better use of the stadium during those time periods when you have football and soccer using the stadium in the fall and track sharing the stadium in the spring with soccer.

According to Marty Sigwing, Director of Facilities at McPherson College, the final phase of work started in April and is expected to be done by August 15 if they do not have any more weather delays.

Sigwing also noted that due to weather delays the final phase has been delayed by approximately three weeks. He also pointed out that the contractor overseeing the work, TC Construction, is currently waiting on some of the concrete work to be finished.

Larger businesses that consume large amounts of data from indoor worktially intercept data with their own spaces, like hospitals, are set to benefit Li-Fi receiver. There are several oth- from incorporating Li-Fi with minier concerns with this technology. As mal changes. While this new and inmentioned above, light cannot travel teresting tech is not suited for everythrough walls, which forces each room one currently, I am excited to see how to have a connected LED Li-Fi lamp. this will change when applied to bigAlso, because it is using subtle varia- ger markets. Who knows, in a decade tions of light amplitude, lights must we may consider Wi-Fi in much the not only be on for this to work, but same manner as we do VHS and casit is subject to light pollution and in- sette tapes, dial-up modems, and tube terference, which currently limits the televisions today. use of this tech to indoors, and outside natural light will flood the signal mak- (1) http://info.4imprint.com/blue-paing it undetectable. Li-Fi is completely per/the-internet-of-things/ functional under very low-light condi- (2) http://www.techspot.com/ tions, allowing you to dim your lights news/52011-one-minute-on-the-into near dark and still work, and the ternet-640tb-data-transferred-100knatural light coming in through win- tweets-204-million-e-mails-sent.html dows and emitted by other light sourc- (3) http://www.popsci.com/interes indoors is not enough to interfere net-huge-waste-energy (4) http://info.4imprint.com/blue-pawith this technology (4).

The possibilities for this technolo- per/li-fi-technology/ gy are vast, as companies and homes -from source # 4 above could easily convert existing light features into internet hotspots. As it currently works, Li-Fi could not serve as public internet hot-spots for reasons mentioned above, but there are countless applications that may be ideal for incorporating this new technology.

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42. Gideons' book 43. Fairy queen 46. Row 47. Sudor 48. "La -- Vita" 49. City on the Arno 50. Cup handle 51. Source of irritation 52. Belongings 53. "-- Python's Flying Circus" 54. Vulgarian 55. Thin out 57. Eatery 58. Part 2 of quip: 3 wds.

62. Fleur-de- -63. Part 3 of quip: 2 wds.

65. Charm 66. Stands out 69. Say with confidence 70. Donald Duck's twin 71. Ermine 72. Cherished 74. Cry softly 77. Like a dirty dish 78. Remain in force 79. Mallet 80. Like a prude

81. Kind of lily 82. Vertical passage 83. Appointments 84. Balance 85. Famed pioneer Daniel 86. Sadder but -87. More willingly 88. Pry 90. A pronoun 91. Cloak of a kind 93. End of the quip: 4 wds.

99. Shuttlecock 100. Bay window 101. The cream of the crop 102. Oleaginous 104. Church area 105. Hindu queen: Var. 106. Gadget for a cook 107. "Don't Tread -- --" 108. -- -do-well 109. Approaches 110. Marsh plant 111. Command: Arch.

DOWN 1. Insect egg 2. Ancient Biblical country 3. Synthetic fabric 4. Conceal, in a way 5. Dress 6. Metric length 7. Seemingly: 2 wds.

8. -- butter 9. First aid item 10. Peaks 11. Swearword 12. Elevator name 13. Arm of a kind 14. Give in 15. Anklebones 16. Word on a bank note 17. Indeed!

19. Younger people 27. Easy -- it 28. Attention 29. Hold sway 33. -- noire 34. Home to billions 36. Wonderful 37. Stoolpigeon

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Garage Sale, Saturday, July 23 1221 Hulse, 8-noon.

Craft items, movies, boutique clothes, kids toys, home school supplies, play pen, little tykes picnic table, kitchen items and more!

McPherson County Public Works Department is seeking a full time Maintenance Worker. Offers full County benefits. Requires valid Kansas driver's license and experience operating trucks and various road construction equipment. CDL preferred. Safety sensitive positions participate in County Drug and Alcohol program. Apply online at www.mcphersoncountyks.us or obtain application in Personnel office of County Courthouse. Beginning wage range (DOQ): $12.22 -13.21 per hour. Position open until filled.

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38. Whitish fungus 39. The rudiments 41. Bound by oath 42. Mukluk 43. Like a julep 44. The Jetsons' dog 45. Swampy region 47. Sprig 48. Extinguish 49. Tough nut to crack 51. "...-- -- in a beautiful peagreen boat" 52. Flash 53. Stuck 54. Male goat 56. Greek classic 57. Cut at an angle 58. Worn out 59. Last letter 60. Protuberant 61. Kind of tax 64. Privileged ones 67. Whetstone 68. Roofing piece 71. Render senseless 73. Mark way, way up 74. Stiff fabric 75. French department 76. Lag b'-78. Damaged, in a way 79. Fuel 80. Dismiss: Hyph.

82. Culinarian 83. Legislative body 84. A little, in music 85. Boundary 86. Unbroken things 87. Show scorn 88. Steal 89. Scandinavian 90. Utter 92. Made a choice 94. Dies -95. Turner the singer 96. Mister, in Munich 97. Mr. Tahari 98. Trees 99. Interdict 103. Still

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Register of Deeds 7-14-2016 Maggie L. Lindfors and Noah Lindfors to Daniel Tomasich, Lot 2, Froese Second Addition, Inman.

Jordan Pflughoeft and Rebecca L. W. Pflughoeft to Ammone Thammavongsa and Leopoldo Bojorquez, Lot 15, Block 3, Quivira Acres First Addition, McPherson.

K V Ent to Strawn Homes, Lot 17, Block 2, Emerald Lake Addition, Lindsborg.

Fred Van Ranken and Alicia Van Ranken to Kyle Peterson and Olivia Peterson, part Lot 8 and all Lot 9, Block 5, Normal Addition, Lindsborg.

Lynette R. McNeil to Shana Everhart, South half Lot 1 and all Lot 3, First Street, OTS, Lindsborg.

Nancy C. Laprad to Terry Elder and Annette Elder, Lot 12, Block 6, Eastmoor Addition, McPherson.

Crystal Schwartz and Aaron L. Schwartz to Earl D. Frye, Lots 6, 7, part Lot 8, Block 10, Moundridge.

Virgil A. Wedel and Louretta K. Wedel to Aaron L. Schwartz and Crystal D. Schwartz, tract South half, Northeast quarter, Section 31, Township 20, Range 1, McPherson County.

Vernon K. Koehn and Judith J. Koehn to Ryan Curran and Allison Curran, part South half, Southeast quarter, Section 31, Township 19, Range 2, McPherson County.

Stanley E. Shuff, Robert J. Shuff and Dorlisa Shuff to Deborah A. Daniel and Christina Daniel, part Lots 4 and 5, Block 1, Balzer’s Addition, Inman.

Jeremiah D. Black and Michelle Black to Shanea R. Morehead and Matthew L. Eveland, part Northwest quarter, Southwest quarter, Section 16, Township 17, Range 3, McPherson County.

Mary G. Pettey to Gary L. Flory and Ann S. Flory, Lot 14, Block 9, Miller Addition No 2, McPherson.

Margaret Elaine Leatherman and Merle D. Leatherman to Dylan G. Thiessen, tract Northeast quarter and part North half, Northeast quarter, Section 14, Township 19, Range 3, McPherson County.

Mark R. Nyquist and Stacey L. Nyquist to Michael D. Patrick and Sandra S. Patrick Family Trust, Lot 12, Block 5, Westview Addition, Lindsborg.

John J. Aichele and Katy J. Aichele to Bryson R. Lacey, part Southwest quarters, Section 28, Township 19, Range 5, McPherson County.

Mac Pizza to Bradley Spaich, part Lots 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Block 102, McPherson, OTS. Johnny E. Schultheiss to Triple C’s Prop, part Lot 4, Block 4, Fisher’s Addition, McPherson.

Larry W. Little and Kristine M. Little to Christian A. Larson, Lot 12, Block 5, Canton, OTS. Marquette Farmers State Bank to Patrick N. Janssen and Adriana Janssen, tract East half, Southwest quarter, Section 18, Township 17, Range 4, McPherson.

Dianne D. Cox and Clarence B. Cox III to Marc A. Robertson and Tonya

Wednesday, July 20, 2016 – Page 13 D. Robertson, Lot 10 and part Lot 11, Block 3, Evergreen Addition, McPherson.

Edward L. Ramsey to Lamont J. Turcotte and Kelly M. Turcotte, part Southwest quarter, Section 28, Township 21, Range 4, McPherson County.

Jennifer Marie Jones to Jared Wayne Jones, Lots 9, 10, Block 1, Westridge Addition, Marquette.

Jaret J. Jones to Karen Kotrba, Lots 9, 10, Block 1, Westridge Addition, Marquette.

Joshua M. Shipman and Jessica M. Shipman to Eric M. Burghart and Makinzie J. Burghart, Lot 4, Block 6, North High Addition, McPherson.

Harper Holdings to Stephen F. Weller and Rebecca Weller, Tract 1 – part Lots 11 and 12, Block 140, McPherson, OTS; Tract 2 – part Lot 3, Block 137, McPherson, OTS; Tract 3 – lots 48 and 49, Block 12, College Place Addition, McPherson.

District Court 7-13-2016 Criminal: James Alan Colley was sentenced on felony driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs – third offense/incapable of safely driving to 12 months in jail, to serve 2 days in jail and 2,160 hours of house arrest then 12 months probation $1,750 fine.

Marriage License: Lonnie Dale Unruh, McPherson and Charlene Kay Becker, Moundridge.

Limited Actions: Family Practice Assoc. of McPherson LLP was granted $3,305 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Ashley A. Frields.

LVNV Funding LLC was granted $1,514 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against David Chestnut.

Advance Checking #5 738 was granted $145 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Garry Byrd.

Advance Till Payday #4 was granted $145 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Edward Michael Fay. Advance Till Payday #4 was granted $605 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Kalani Walsh.

Advance Till Payday #4 was granted $490 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Todd M. Wann.

Genesis Health Clubs was granted $702 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Allan Adams.

Geneses Health Clubs was granted $1,363 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Jeremy Brunner.

Genesis Health Clubs was granted $1,498 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Kayli Burnett.

Genesis Health Clubs was granted $1,445 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Donna Georgecopoulos.

Genesis Health Clubs was granted $1,388 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Steven Gustafson.

Genesis Health Clubs was granted $796 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Joel Lawson.

Genesis Health Clubs was granted $1,636 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Jerome Unruh.

Sandra Hopp-Edwards dba Continucare was granted $343 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Robert M. Weast.

Sandra Hopp-Edwards dba Continucare was granted $415 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Virginia Spohn.

Sandra Hopp-Edwards dba Continucare was granted $670 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Christina M. Nelson.

Sandra Hopp-Edwards dba Continucare was granted $930 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Mark Larson.

Sandra Hopp-Edwards dba Continucare was granted $407 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Kelsey A. Kagle.

Dewitt Family Medicine was granted $579 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Shannon Howell.

Dewitt Family Medicine was granted $279 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Wendell E. Rigsbee.

Portfolio Recovery Assoc LLC was granted $3,351 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Steve A. Lolling.

Velocity Investments LLC was granted $14,631 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Jason Regehr.

Capital One Bank (USA) NA was granted $1,250 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Jessica J. Hart.

First Bank Kansas was granted $717 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Samuel L. Schoen.

Nex-Tech Wireless LLC was granted $2,443 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Laura Clark.

Nex-Tech Wireless LLC was granted $1,105 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Judy Rodarte.

Nex-Tech Wireless LLC was granted $988 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Teresa Nichols.

Nex-Tech Wireless LLC was granted $1,043 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Rory Howard.

LVNV Funding LLC was granted $724 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Bronwynn Merkle.

Doyle E. Davidson was granted $3,826 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Melissa Jo Coleman.

Lindsborg Community Hospital Association was granted $8,336 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Scott M. Shea.

Lindsborg Community Hospital Association was granted $610 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Stephen S. Acheson.

Lindsborg Community Hospital Association was granted $324 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Callie Wentz.

The Community Foot Clinic of McPherson was granted $178 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Wendy L. Thompson.

Lindsborg Community Hospital Association was granted $278 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Bekka Peterson.

Esther V. Rettig MD PA was granted $396 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Michelle Thomas and Shannon Thomas Lindsborg Community Hospital Association dba Family Health Care Clinic was granted $109 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Dustin L. Young.

Lindsborg Community Hospital Association was granted $2,833 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Donnie Anderson.

Lindsborg Community Hospital Association was granted $2,390 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Jennifer Weber and Darell Weber Jr. Lindsborg Community Hospital Association was granted $2,644 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Mitchell A. Rush and Karen Rush.

Lindsborg Community Hospital Association was granted $975 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Rick G. Couse.

Lindsborg Community Hospital Association was granted $1,334 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Jason W. Holcom.

Lindsborg Community Hospital Association was granted $1,468 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Kara N. Wasemiller.

Credit Management Services Inc was granted $2,323 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Derek McVicker.

Peoples Bank and Trust Co was granted $460 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Cody Norden and Rachael A. Moore.

Peoples Bank and Trust Co was granted $319 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against William B. Novak.

Clinton Sides was granted $1,110 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Dawn Buss.

Clinton Sides was granted $1,965 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Veronica Figureoa and Bewilthe Franklin.

Clinton Sides was granted $1,685 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Kristina Albers.

Virgil DeWild was granted $1,650 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against David Wegele and Kim Miller.

Wichita State University was granted $1,816 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Inge U. Esping.

Lindsborg Community Hospital Association was granted $7,645 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Christa Lawson and Bradley Lawson.

LAM Co was granted $4,383 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against William Hymes, Meagan Fors and Amber Phillis.

Peoples Bank and Trust Co was granted $4,273 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Jason Regehr.

Mike Strong Inc dba Mikes Payday Loans was granted $527 plus interest and costs, in a case filed against Ameilia Lee Nostor.

Communications Log July 14, 2016

Page 14 – Wednesday, July 20, 2016

Communications Log

1:35 a.m Galva Fire and McPherson EMS responded to the 400 block of McPherson in reference to a medical emergency. Patient was transported to McPherson Hospital.

2:51 a.m. McPherson EMS and Fire responded to the 300 block of Hickory in reference to a medical emergency. Patient was transported to McPherson Hospital.

9:28 a.m. Sheriff Officer took a report in reference to an unattended death.

11:01 a.m. McPherson and Drug Task Force Officers made contact with KS tagged vehicle at Ash and Loomis. Arrested David Hays of McPherson in reference to a McPherson District Court warrant in reference to probation violation, bond of $1,000. Also issued ticket to Hays in reference to no valid driver’s license and driving outside restrictions. Vehicle was towed by Anderson’s.

11:26 a.m. McPherson Officer took a report in reference to criminal use of a financial card and theft.

12:00 p.m. Canton EMS responded to the 200 block of N. Main in reference to a medical emergency. Patient was transported to McPherson Hospital.

1:46 p.m. Moundridge and Sheriff Officers made contact with juvenile at Hoch and Park Lane. Juvenile is going to return home.

2:21 p.m. McPherson Officers responded to 112 N. Lakeside Dr. in reference to an unwanted subject. All was okay.

3:14 p.m. McPherson Officers arrested Aaron Anderson of McPherson on a Canton Police Department warrant in reference to ‘failure to appear’. Bond $300 cash.

3:24 p.m. McPherson Officer took a report in reference to a criminal use of a financial card.

3:42 p.m. Inman Fire and McPherson EMS responded to the 200 block of E. Delaware in reference to a medical emergency. Patient transported to Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.

4:11 p.m. McPherson Officers made contact with KS tagged vehicle in the 1100 block of S. Hwy 81 Bypass. Issued ticket to Rebecca Rice of Hutchinson in reference to speed, 52in-40.

4:20 p.m. McPherson EMS and Fire responded to the 1500 block of 16th Ave. in reference to a medical emergency. Patient was transported to McPherson Hospital.

4:25 p.m. Lindsborg Officer made contact with KS tagged vehicle in the 400 block of W. McPherson. Issued ticket to William Brassea of Salina in reference to speed.

4:32 p.m. Lindsborg Officer made contact with KS tagged vehicle in the 400 block of N. Harrison. Issued ticket to Amy Schaulis of Salina in reference to speed.

4:41 p.m. McPherson Officer made contact with KS tagged vehicle in the 1000 block of S. Hwy 81 Bypass. Issued ticket to David Bohnenblust of McPherson in reference to speed, 53-in-40.

4:43 p.m. McPherson Officers took a report in reference to a juvenile medical.

5:45 p.m. Sheriff Officer returned phone call in reference to a possible vehicle theft. Advised it is a civil issue.

5:49 p.m. Lindsborg Officer responded to 218 N. McKinley in reference to an out of control subject. Calmed subject down, all was okay.

6:24 p.m. McPherson Officers arrested Jeffrey Bubenyak of McPherson on a McPherson County warrant in reference to domestic battery. Bond of $323.

8:17 p.m. Inman Officer out at 301 S. Locust. Issued ticket to Daniel Dick in reference to disposing of dead animals within the city limits.

8:33 p.m. Inman and Sheriff Officers arrested Daniel Dick of McPherson in reference to domestic battery. Bond of $323.

8:51 p.m. McPherson Officers responded to 1729 N. Main. Took report in reference to possible drugs.

9:26 p.m. McPherson Officers took a report in reference to battery and theft.

10:17 p.m. Marquette EMS responded to the 200 block of S. Washington in reference to a medical emergency. Patient was transported to Lindsborg Hospital.

11:18 p.m. McPherson and Sheriff Officer made contact with KS tagged vehicle in the 1200 block of Kansas. Arrested Gary Brown of McPherson and issued ticket in reference to ‘driving under the influence’ first offense and driving without headlights when required. Bond of $903.

July 15, 2016 12:18 a.m. Inman Officer made contact with KS tagged vehicle in the 200 block of E. Center. Warned subject in reference to failure to maintain lanes and playing Pokemon Go while driving.

6:18 a.m. Sheriff and Lindsborg Officers took a report of an accident with damage over $10,000 on private property involving a KS tagged vehicle driven by Randall Biegert of Lindsborg. Vehicle will remain on scene and be later towed by owner.

7:07 a.m. McPherson Officer took a report in reference of burglary to a vehicle.

7:20 a.m. Communications advised Marion County dispatch of several head of cattle out.

Unable to locate an owner in McPherson County.

9:24 a.m. Sheriff Officer took report in reference to burglary/theft from 2910 Smoky Valley Rd. 9:36 a.m. McPherson Officers responded to the 400 block of Smokey Hollow in reference to suspicious activity. Arrested a male juvenile in reference to possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. He was released to juvenile intake and later to a parent.

9:37 a.m. McPherson EMS and Fire plus Sheriff Officer responded to the 1000 block of Hwy 81 Bypass in reference to a medical emergency. Patient was transported to McPherson Hospital.

9:45 a.m. McPherson EMS responded to the 700 block of E. Euclid in reference to a medical emergency. Patient was transported to McPherson Hospital.

9:51 a.m. McPherson EMS responded to the 1600 block of Pawnee Rd. in reference to a medical emergency. Patient was transported to McPherson Hospital.

11:02 a.m. McPherson Officer took a report in reference to criminal use of a financial card.

3:23 p.m. Sheriff Officer returned phone call in reference to suspicious circumstances.

3:36 p.m. McPherson Officers responded to 400 block N. Baer. Took report in reference to a verbal disturbance.

3:59 p.m. McPherson Officers responded to 500 block of Oak Park Dr. Took report in reference to a family disturbance.

4:08 p.m. McPherson Officers took a report in reference to identity theft.

4:14 p.m. McPherson EMS and Officers responded to the 1600 block of N. Walnut in reference to a medical emergency. Patient was transported to McPherson Hospital.

5:40 p.m. Lindsborg Officer responded to 2nd and Normal. Courtesy report was taken in reference to private property accident.

5:40 p.m.

Canton Officer made contact with KS tagged vehicle at Main and Marion. Arrested Alex Daharsh of Goodland in reference to driving while suspended.

Bond of $200.

5:41 p.m.

Lindsborg Officer made contact with PA tagged vehicle at Main and McPherson. Verbal warning was given subject in reference to speed.

5:52 p.m.

Lindsborg Officer responded to Grant and Chestnut in reference to a mowing complaint.

7:07 p.m. McPherson Officer took an information report in reference to harassment.

7:53 p.m. McPherson Officers responded to 701 Kerschner. Took a report in reference to stalking.

10:30 p.m. Sheriff and Lindsborg Officers took a report in reference to burglary and theft over $1,500.

10:51 p.m. Inman and Sheriff Officers arrested Adley Feltman of Inman in reference to interference with a Law Enforcement Officer, bond of $500. Arrested Verbin Paxman on McPherson Municipal Court warrants, bond of $500.

11:09 p.m. Sheriff Officers responded to the 600 block of Myrtle in reference to a verbal domestic. All was okay.

11:34 p.m. Moundridge EMS responded to the 700 block of Cole in reference to a medical emergency. Patient was transported to Mercy Hospital.

July 16, 2016 12:01 a.m. Canton and Sheriff Officers took a report in reference to flee and elude.

12:15 a.m. McPherson EMS responded to the 1000 block of the Cedars in reference to a medical emergency. Patient was transported to McPherson Hospital.

5:19 a.m. Sheriff Officer worked a state reportable, non-injury accident car vs. deer accident occurring on Hwy K-61 northbound at mile marker 69 involving KS tagged vehicle driven by Jose Guerrero of Hutchinson. Vehicle was towed.

5:57 a.m. McPherson Officer took a report of theft from a vehicle, approximate loss of $500.

10:08 a.m. Inman Officer returned phone call in reference of possible stolen property.

11:00 a.m. Moundridge Officer returned phone call in reference to an adult runaway.

Advised of options.

11:57 a.m. McPherson EMS transferred patient from McPherson to St. Francis Medical Center.

12:44 p.m. McPherson Officer responded to the block of W. Haight in reference to a parking complaint involving TN tagged vehicle, chalked the vehicle tires.

2:15 p.m. McPherson Officer responded to 512 E. Anna and took a report in reference to a stolen license plate.

2:21 p.m. Lindsborg Officer and EMS responded to the 100 block of N. Maple in reference to a medical emergency. Patient transported to Lindsborg Hospital.

2:22 p.m. McPherson Officer responded to the 100 block of N. Maple in reference to a domestic disturbance. Took a report in reference to a verbal disturbance.

2:35 p.m. Inman Officer responded to Pleasant View Nursing Home and took a report in reference to possible theft that occurred sometime last Thursday. Possible amount of loss was $100.

3:27 p.m. McPherson Officers responded to 411 W. Woodside in reference to a domestic disturbance. Added information to a previous case.

4:13 p.m. McPherson Officer responded to 1400 N. Main in reference to a two vehicle minor accident involving KS tagged vehicle and a KS disabled-tagged vehicle. No report was taken, subjects exchanged insurance.

5:26 p.m. Moundridge EMS responded to Pine Village in reference to a medical emer-

gency. Patient was transported to Newton Regional Medical Center.

7:42 p.m. Lindsborg EMS and Officer responded to the 400 block of E. Salina in reference to a medical emergency. Patient was transported to Lindsborg Hospital.

8:55 p.m. McPherson Officers responded to 611 E. Kansas in reference to a civil standby.

9:14 p.m. McPherson Officer met subject at the animal shelter in reference to a dog that was located behind the courthouse. Impounded a black/white husky.

10:16 p.m. Lindsborg Officers made contact with KS vet-tagged vehicle in the 400 block of Kansas. Arrested Shawn Jervah of Gypsum in reference to third offense driving while under the influence, transporting an open container and violation of restrictions.

11:12 p.m. McPherson Officer made contact with KS tagged vehicle in the 700 block of Simpson. Issued ticket to subject in reference to no booster seats for two children between the ages of 4 and 6.

11:22 p.m. McPherson Corrections Officer arrested Amber Lassiter on a Dickinson County warrant.

11:29 p.m. McPherson Officers took a report in reference to felony criminal damage, bond of $2,500. Took a report in reference to driving under the influence, bond of $750.

July 17, 2016 1:57 a.m. Canton Officer responded to 121 N. Main in reference to a disturbance. Arrested Brock Davis of Canton in reference to battery. Bond of $500.

1:57 a.m. Canton EMS responded to the 100 block of Main in reference to a medical emergency. Patient was transported to McPherson Hospital.

3:29 a.m. McPherson EMS and Officers responded to the 200 block of Lakeview in reference to a medical emergency. Patient was transported to McPherson Hospital.

4:02 a.m. McPherson Officer out with KS tagged vehicle in the 200 block of Centennial. All was okay.

5:09 a.m. McPherson Officers took an information report in reference to a verbal disturbance.

9:29 a.m. McPherson EMS, Fire and Officers responded to the 1000 blo0ck of N. Ash in reference to a medical emergency. Patient was transported to McPherson Hospital. Officers took an information report in reference to self-committal.

1:35 p.m. McPherson Officers responded to McPherson Hospital in reference to a subject who left AMA. Subject was located and taken back to the hospital. Added information to a previous case.

4:24 p.m. Sheriff Officers responded to the 600 block of S. Blair in reference to a standby for court ordered repossession.

4:26 p.m. McPherson Officers served a warrant.

4:49 p.m. McPherson Officers responded to 832 N. Wheeler in reference to a disturbance.

Report was taken in reference to a verbal disturbance.

5:03 p.m. McPherson EMS transferred patient from McPherson Hospital to Larned State Hospital.

5:15 p.m. Lindsborg Officer responded to 500 N. Main in reference to juveniles swimming in the pond. Made contact with parents and they picked the juveniles up.

5:39 p.m. Inman Fire responded to 4th Ave. and Chisholm Rd. in reference to a loud booming. Advised a transformer had blown. Made contact with BPU and advised they would send someone out.

5:50 p.m. Sheriff Officer was advised of livestock out at 9th Ave. and Hwy 56.

Sports

Wednesday, July 20, 2016 – Page 15

Lady Express 14U Goes 4-3 over Busy Weekend Lady Express 18U Finish 5-2 on Weekend

By William Snesrud McPherson News

While working through a busy, seven game weekend of games, the Lady Express 14U played some of it’s best games of the season while finishing with four wins and three losses.

Playing five games on Saturday the Lady Express went 3-2 before finishing out with a win and loss on Sunday.

Game One on Saturday the Lady Express 14U allowed three runs in the final inning which gave the Renegades White a one-run 5-4 win. Addie Fitzmorris had a terrific game on the mound in giving up just one hit, walking four and striking out four only to have the team commit five errors which gave the Renegades White all five runs being unearned.

Game Two on Saturday, the Lady Express 14U bounced back with a 11-3 hammering of the Lady Warriors. McPherson scored six runs in the first, three in the second and added two more in the third for the commanding win. Hailey Miller had a strong game on the mound in giving up just four hits, two walks and two earned runs while striking out three and even helped her cause with two hits, scoring two runs and stealing three bases. Others having big games at the plate were Teegan Krol with two hits, two runs, a double and two stolen bases while Rylie Darling also had a couple of hits.

Game Three on Saturday saw the Lady Express 14U roll to a 9-1 win over the Wichita Impact North by scoring six runs in the second and third innings before adding three more in the fifth. Emily Smith had three hits while Miller added two with two runs scored and two stolen bases. Miller and Fitzmorris combined to give up just three hits on the mound while Fitzmorris struck out four.

Game Four resulted in the Lady Express 14U getting their third game in a row with a 14-4 hammering of the Renegades Red. Krol had a huge game with four hits, including a double while also knocking in four runs and scoring three times. Smith and Jayci Mastre each added two hits with Smith getting a double and three runs batted in while Mastre and Taylor Bruce each knocked across two runs each. Fitzmorris had another strong outing on the mound in giving up just five hits while striking out two and giving up no walks.

In Game Five of the day the Lady Express 14U gave up four unearned runs which gave the Reckoning a 6-4 victory.

Miller had two runs batted in while Krol had a double while once again Fitzmorris pitched well on the mound in striking out four and not giving up a single walk.

On Sunday, the Lady Express 14U came up against Wichita Impact North for the second time of the weekend and for the second time dominated the game with a 12-0 shutout victory. Krol and Smith lead the bats with each getting two hits and knocking in two runs while Fitzmorris continued to shine on the mound by allowing just one hit, no earned runs and getting two strikeouts.

In the seventh and final game of the weekend the Lady Express 14U scored three runs in the fifth, but it was too late as the Wichita Mustangs already had scored seven and took the 7-3 win. Miller, Mastre and Fitzmorris each had two hits a piece with Fitzmorris’s two hits being doubles.

Fitzmorris was on the mound for the sixth time in the weekend and took the loss.

Going 4-3 on the weekend leaves the Lady Express 14U with a 14-21 mark for the season.

By William Snesrud McPherson News The McPherson Lady Express 18U softball team ran out to four straight wins before losing two of the final three games on a busy seven-game weekend of play.

By going 5-2 on the weekend the Lady Express 18U is now 21-5 on the season.

On Friday in game one the Lady Express 18U scored a 6-2 victory over the Aftershock with Hailey Chapman getting the win on the mound while giving up just six hits, two walks and striking out three. Paige Parker had two hits and two stolen bases while Mikayla Luce got three runs batted in off a double and Kaci added a double as well.

Game two on Friday was over in the first inning as the Lady Express 18U poured across eight runs in the first inning on their way to a dominating 12-2 victory over the NWA Diamonds.

Madelyn Raigoza had two hits including a three-run home run while Chapman added a double, two runs batted in and two runs. Elle Schrag was on the mound gave up just five hits while striking out two.

Game three came on Saturday against the Ruffnecks with the Lady Express 18U scoring a 7-0 shutout victory. Brooke Schrag had a double with two runs batted in, Kaci had two hits and another two runs batted in while Chelsey Knight added two hits and scored three times while Parker also contributed two hits. Chapman was on the mound, giving up just three hits while walking and striking out one.

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Game four had the Lady Express 18U getting their fourth win and second shutout in a row with an 8-0 win over the Mystix. Brooke Schrag had a home run on two hits while getting three runs batted in and scoring twice.

Kaci and Mayci James each added two hits with Kaci getting a double and home run with hers while Gracie Feil had a double. Elle Schrag pitched and allowed eight hits, no walks and struck out one for the win.

In game five the Lady Express 18U lost 5-1 to the Powersurge as Chapman was on the mound and took the loss despite striking out seven.

It was a return to the victory column in game six as the Lady Express 18U nipped the NWA Knockouts 6-5 after scoring a run a piece in each of the final two innings. Knight got two hits including a double while knocking in two runs. Mayci James and Raigoza each blasted a home run while Kaci and Brooke Schrag each had two hits apiece with each getting a double.

Chapman and Elle Schrag took care of business on the mound and combined to give up 12 hits, three walks, five runs and striking out five.

In the seventh and final game of the weekend, the Lady Express 18U took a 6-2 lead into the bottom of the seventh before giving up five runs to the Powersurge and losing 7-6. Brooke Schrag led the team from the plate with three hits including a double while Chapman, Raigoza, Feil and Parker each added two hits apiece.

Elle Schrag was the mound for the full game and gave up 11 hits, no walks and struck out four.

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Page 16 – Wednesday, July 20, 2016

AquaPups Finish Strong at GPSL League Finals

By Kyle Banman McPherson AquaPups Coach

We wrapped up GPSL League Finals over the weekend in El Dorado. It was long hot weekend, but the kids swam wonderfully! We finished 5th out of the 8 teams in the league, and we had the most top 8 individual high point award winners that we've ever had; 11 out of the 38 swimmers we had compete placed in the top 8 in their respective age groups, 3 of which were 1st place.

Clarea Williams tied for 1st in the 8 and under girls group. She won the 50 Free (.84 cut to 47.43), 100 Free (a 15.07 second cut to 1:46.97), and took 2nd on the 50 Fly (2.32 cut to 1:05.82). What's more, as an 8 year old she was an age-up member of the 9-10 girls relay team that won both medley and free.

Danica Brunk won the 9-10 girls group by taking first in the 50 Free (Champ and A time 1.44 cut to 36.16), 50 Fly (Champ and BB time at 41.61), and 100 Free (5.14 second cut, and Champ and A time at 1:19.98).

William Powers took the crown for the 13-14 boys with 3 first place finishes: 50 free (hitting Zone/AAA and Champ time again at 26.91), 100 Back (Championship time at 1:10.11, a 4.38 improvement), and 100 Free (Championship and AA time at 1:01.01).

Liberty Hampton (9-10 girls) finished 5th in her age group taking 2nd on the 50 Back (District and BB time at 48.10), 4th on the 100 Free (District and B time

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Kierstan Trost swims the fly. at 1:34.96), and 5th on 200 IM (B time at 3:57.30).

Roary Whorton (9-10 boys) took 6th, with a pair of 4th place finishes in 50 Back (a 4.88 cut and District and B time at 52.47) and 50 Fly (1:02.15). He also took 5th on the 200 IM (10.4 second cut at 4:23.59).

Eston Monical (8 and under boys) took 5th in his group by finishing 5th on the 50 Free, 2nd on the 50 Back, and 4th on 50 Breast (a 6.57 improvement).

Matthew Powers (13-14 boys) took 5th in his group by finishing 4th on the 200 Free (3.4 second drop to 2:33.65 and a District and BB time), 3rd on the 100 Fly (District time at 1:25.32), and 1st on the 200 IM (District time at 2:55.95). He went 3 for 3 on best times.

Hayden Farley (9-10 boys) finished 5th overall in his group by taking 3rd on the 50 Free, 2nd on teh 100 Free (a 9.62 improvement and District time), and 6th on the 50 Breast.

Aislyn Soukup (9-10 girls) finished 8th in her group by taking 3rd on the 50 Free, 6th on the 100 Free (a 2.18 time cut and District time), and 4th on the 50 Breast.

Claire Schmidt (8 and under girls) finished 3rd by winning the 50 Back with a 5.60 time drop, as well as the 50 Breast.

She also took 3rd on the 50 Free.

Ellexis Duran (13-14 girls) tied for 7th in her groupd with a 2nd place finish on 50 Free, as well as a pair of 4th place finishes on 100 Free and 200 IM. Top relay finishes.... *The 9-10 Girls relay of Clarea Wil-

liams, Aislyn Soukup, Danica Brunk, and Liberty Hampton won both the Free (backing up their Championship Qualifying time at 2:45.67), and Medley. *13-14 Girls team of Hailey Cutting, Hope Williams, Maegan Vincent and Ellexis Duran took 2nd on the 200 Free. *15 and over Boys team of Carson Stone, Spencer Steinert, Isaac Duran, and William Powers took 4th on the 200 Free with atime of 1:56.88.

Other Highlights of Note... *Kierstan Trost, Zoey Whorton, and Audrey Bailey (11-12 girls) all hit USA B times on 50 Free. *Hailey Cutting finished 4th on both 200 Free and 100 Breast. The 200 Free was a B time at 2:49.38. *Bree Pickerell had an outstanding meet going 3 for 3 on time drops. Hitting under 50 for the first time on 50 Free at 48.71. She also cut 6.57 on her 100 Free to 1:51.99. *Collin Reiman broke under 40 for the first time on his 50 Free with a 4.18 cut to 39.95. *Simon Steinert cut 4.69 on his 200 Free to 2:47.43. *Spencer Steinert cut 10.93 on 400 Free to 5:18.04 and a 4th place finish. He also added a district time on 100 Free with 1.35 drop to 1:05.37. *Silas Steinert cut 2.02 on 200 IM to 2:52.98 and took 5th in the event. *Maegan Vincent finished 6th on the 50 Free and hit a District time at 34.12.