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NEWS

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Holyrood City Council discusses condition of city hall. Ellsworth City Council hears from private water well owners.

OPINION Page A4 Ellsworth City administrator Tim Vandall reminds us to think water conservation. Jerry Marsh wonders why the IRS tax code is so complicated.

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Enjoy the Ranch Rodeo See A10

Thursday, April 25, 2013

Superintendent seeks community help to address teen alcohol use By LINDA MOWERY-DENNING Ellsworth County I-R

ric Reid reached out to the Ellsworth City Council Monday night to address a problem common to many communities — underage drinking. “I know we have a problem. We’ve always had a problem. This is an age-old issue. I think if we can all get on the same page, it would be helpful,” the superintendent of the Ellsworth-Kanopolis-Geneseo School District said. “I don’t want a big huge thing before we take steps to address

this.” Council members, who voiced their support of efforts to address teen drinking, Reid received a letter this past week signed by Reid and board president Gina McGowan. The letter also was addressed to members of the Kanopolis City Council, Ellsworth County attorney Joe Shepack, Ellsworth mayor Steve Bahan, Kanopolis mayor Cherie Sauers, Sheriff Tracy Ploutz and Ellsworth city

administrator Tim Vandall. “As the situations have arisen, the school has worked to discipline students involved in Smith alcohol and drug use through extracurricular activities which is our only recourse with students when events occur away from school,” Reid wrote. “Many times we are unable to address issues due to lack of evidence or a clear story in what occurred, but some of the things we hear are very alarming.

“We need help, and I am asking each agency and governing body in the area to clarify how they would like to address the issue. I am asking the county commissioners to clarify expectations for the county sheriff ’s department and county attorney’s office. I am asking the local city councils to do the same clarification for their respective police departments.” Reid said the school district plans to revise its activities handbook, which outlines a code of conduct for those participating in activities. Further See DRINKING, Page A5

Outgoing mail collection times cut May 4.

NEWS

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ECMC board of directors approves scope purchase. WHS economics team takes second at state.

SPORTS

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Lady Oilers take second at 54th Annual Wilson Invitational track meet.

Alissa Webb and her date Dylan Prosser looking sharp before the prom.

Callie Cunningham and her date Zach Smith arrived early.

Ellsworth High School alum Ryan Canaan and his date, Ashley Sippel.

All Dressed Up

Wilson’s Antjelica Pfannenstiel wins 100meter hurdles in Lincoln.

It’s prom time at Ellsworth

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This group of beautifully dressed young women — from left Haley Koralek, Tanisha Steinike, Becky Hochman, Marissa Rojas and Julia Hood — strike a pose before the start of the promenade.

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This Week’s Reminder

VFW members thank Ellsworth County firefighters at an 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. hamburger fry May 4 on the site of the former VFW post home on North Main in downtown Ellsworth.

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From Horses to Fireworks Ranch Rodeo is Saturday By Alan Rusch Ellsworth County I-R

ll the thrills of cowboys and their horses competing against the clock and each other will take place Saturday, April 27, during the sixth annual El-Kan Western Riders Ranch Rodeo in Ellsworth. “We always look forward to it,” said Clint Donley, Ranch Rodeo organizer. “It’s a chance to get together with a bunch of guys you don’t see very often for a little friendly competition.” Twelve teams consisting of four cowboys each have signed

up to compete in the rodeo, which will be conducted at the El-Kan Western Riders Arena. There is no charge for admission. The day’s activities will start at 2 p.m. with the ranch horse contest. The event will be sanctioned by the Midwest Ranch Horse Association. “The ranch horse contest is a versatility event,” Donley said. “Cowboys and their horses will come in, run a random pattern showing how the horse handles. It’s judged solely on the horse’s performance.” After a Ranch Rodeo rules See RODEO, Page A5

Fireworks donations needed By LINDA MOWERY-DENNING Ellsworth County I-R

tacie Schmidt thought she’d organized her last Idol Talent Competition when she put away her notes and other organizational information several years ago. Then came the call from Anita Hoffhines, president of the Ellsworth-Kanopolis Chamber of Commerce. The chamber was in need of an event to supplement the annual Star Spangled Spectacular and Hoffhines hoped Schmidt would consider bringing back Idol.

Schmidt’s first response was no — not enough time — but then her bosses, the owners of Security 1st Title, said she could do the volunteer job on company time. And there was more. Security 1st Title offered to stage a free community barbecue the Friday See FIREWORKS, Page A5

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Christina Kohls

THURSDAY, APRIL 25

FESTIVAL STOP: Organizers of Salina’s Smoky Hill River Festival visit Ellsworth from 3 to 4:15 p.m. at the office of the Ellsworth County Independent-Reporter. The festival-promotion Button Stop features free craft kits and prizes, including a coloring page for the kids to showcase the River Festival in June and Ellsworth’s Cowtown Days in August.

Saturday, april 27

ANNUAL GARAGE SALE: The Wilson Knights of Columbus Council 1924 conducts a garage sale from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Parish Hall in Wilson. NEW BUSINESS: The Wilson Chamber of Commerce conducts a ribbon cutting at 11 a.m. for Marine Specialty, 275 Kansas Highway 232. RIDE’EM COWBOY: The sixth annual El-Kan Western Riders Rodeo kicks off at 2 p.m. with the ranch horse competition. After a rules meeting at 5 p.m., the ranch rodeo begins at 6 p.m. All events are at the El-Kan Western Riders rodeo arena in Ellsworth. GOOD EATS: St. Paul’s UCC 10th annual chicken BBQ is from 5-7 p.m. in Holyrood. Information: (785) 2523410.

SUNday, april 28

CONSIGNMENT AUCTION/COLLECTIBLES SALE: The Wilson Knights of Columbus Council 1924 conducts a consignment auction from noon to 5 p.m., with a collectibles sale starting at 1 p.m. at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Parish Hall in Wilson. LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR BENEFIT: The Ellsworth County Ministerial Alliance hosts the Love Your Neighbor Benefit supper and singspiration in Fellowship Hall at the First Presbyterian Church in Ellsworth. Supper will be served from 5-6 p.m., followed by singspiration in the sanctuary at 6 p.m. A free will offering will be taken. Proceeds go to the Ellsworth County Ministerial Alliance Benevolence Fund to assist those in need.

MONday, april 29

COUNTY BUSINESS: Ellsworth County commissioners meet at 9 a.m. in the courthouse meeting room. Agenda available after noon the Friday before the meeting.

Thursday, MAY 2

NATIONAL OBSERVANCE: The National Day of Prayer observance in Ellsworth begins with a 7 a.m. breakfast in the basement of the First United Methodist Church. A free-will offering will be accepted for the meal. Pastor Dale Bailey, chaplain at the Ellsworth Correctional Facility, will be the featured speaker. At noon, an observance will be conducted on the front steps of the Ellsworth County Courthouse in Ellsworth. During the ceremony, the Ellsworth JuniorSenior High School Choir will perform. ARTIST RECEPTION: The Ellsworth Area Arts Council Gallery of Art hosts an artist reception for the Art of Z, featuring the artwork of Gordon and Rae Zahradnik, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the EAAC gallery, 223 N. Douglas Ave. in downtown Ellsworth. VOCAL CONCERT: The Ellsworth Elementary School kindergarten class presents a vocal concert from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Ellsworth Junior-Senior High School Performing Arts Center.

Saturday, MAY 4

SPRING CLEANING: The First United Methodist Church In Ellsworth help those who are financially or physically unable to spring clean. COMMUNITY GARAGE SALES: Wilson is the place for garage sales today. The deadline to sign-up for the garage sales is Wednesday, May 1. Sign-up forms are available at local businesses in Wilson, or call (785) 658-2211. Check local businesses for listings Friday, May 3, and Saturday, May 4.

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(1915-2013) Christina Kohls, 98, fell asleep surrounded by her children Wednesday, April 17. Christina Emilie Helene was born Jan. 1, 1915, on the farm in Ellsworth County that she called home and lived most of her life. She was the only child born to Alexander and Louise (Bruning) Schmoekel. She was a granddaughter of Friedrick and Friderike (Bast) Schmoekel and the first grandchild of Wilhelm and Emilie (Peterman) Bruning. Christina attended St. Paul’s Lutheran Parochial School in Ellsworth County from first to eighth grade. She was confirmed at the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church April 14, 1929. During the building of her parents’ home, Christina met Emil Kohls who was helping with the construction. They fell in love and were married May 5, 1937, at the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. The couple lived on a farm one-half mile west of Christina’s childhood home. It was here that they raised four boys, Harvey, Kenneth, Delmar, and Ralph. In 1947, Christina’s parents moved into town and Emil, Christina, and the boys moved back to Christina’s childhood home. Not long after the move, Emil and Christina welcomed their only daughter, Linda Marie, into their home. Christina was preceded in death by her loving husband, Emil, two beloved sons, Harvey Carl and Ralph Alex, and daughter-in-law, Geneva. She is survived by her boys, Kenneth Emil and Delmar Eldon; daughter, Linda Marie; and daughters-in-law, Carolyn, Jane and Linda Louise, all of Ellsworth. Christina was blessed with 10 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Funeral service was Saturday, April 20, at the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Pastor Philip Hoppe officiating, with burial following in the church cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the church, in c/o Parsons Funeral Home, P.O. Box 45, Ellsworth, Kan. 67439.

Donald D. Richards (1939-2013)

home to be with her Lord and Savior Friday, April 5, 2013. Zona (Nonie) was born Jan. 9, 1935, to Alfred and Dorothy ( Johnson) Pruitt in Lyons. She was raised in Ellsworth, where she went to school and was raised with her large, Mrs. Stoops loving family. A loving, giving, sister, daughter, “MeMaw,” friend, but the best of all, a Momma. Nonie moved to Oklahoma in 1969, and lived until her death. She was a member of the Friendship Baptist Church, Friendship, Okla. In addition to her parents, Nonie was preceded in death by her sister, Clara Jean Carr, and brothers Tom Pruitt, Frank Pruitt, Willis Pruitt, Raymond Pruitt, Ray Pruitt, George Pruitt and Glessnar Arnold. Nonie is survived by two daughters, Kimberly Stoops Brewer and her husband, David, Altus, Okla.; Marla Stoops Collier and her husband, Tommy Joe, Blair, Okla.; and son Buddy Stoops, Blair, Okla.; her six beloved grandchildren, Josh Brewer and his wife, Katie, Altus, Okla.; Melissa Brewer Bates and her husband, Jason, Altus, Okla.; Tommy Moore and his wife, Amber, Olustee, Okla.; Dakota Moore, Blair, Okla.; and Kelly Stoops Farquhar and her husband, Dustin, Altus, Okla.; nine grandchildren, Koby and Kelby Bates, Altus, Okla.; Shyanne Brewer, Altus, Okla.; Anthony, Kayden and Landon Moore, Olustee, Okla.; Allisyn and Allyssa Moore, Blair, Okla.; and Madyson Gale Maddox, Altus, Okla. Nonie is also survived by her brothers and sisters, Dorothy Williams, Heber Springs, Ark.; A.R. Pruitt, Goose Creek, S.C.; Dwaine Pruitt and his wife, Lois, Ellsworth; Lois Williams and her husband, Bill, California City, Calif.; James ( Jim) Pruitt and wife, Peggy, Ellsworth; Maudie Novotny and her husband, Don, Wilson; and a multitude of nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be conducted at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 26, at Ellsworth Cemetery, with Pastor Debbie Rains officiating.

Minnie A. Stroede (1918-2013)

Donald D. Richards, 73, passed away Friday, April 19, 2013, in Ellsworth. He was born July 19, 1939, in Ellsworth, to Ermon W. Sr. and Theresa L. (Simms) Richards. Donald was a retired auto parts salesman for Ford Motor Co., living in Ellsworth, Wichita, and Denver, Colo. He married Linda Katzenmeier, Sept. 10, 1961, in Ellsworth. He was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church, Ellsworth and served in the U.S. Army. Donald is survived by his wife, Linda of Ellsworth and brother, Ray Richards of Wichita. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Ermon Jr., Gerald, Loren Dale (Cisco) and Bob; and sister, Donna. Funeral service was Tuesday, April 23, at the Immanuel Lutheran Church, Ellsworth, with burial following in the Ellsworth Memorial Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the church, in c/o Parsons Funeral Home, P.O. Box 45, Ellsworth, Kan. 67439.

Zona Gale Pruitt Stoops (1935-2013) Zona Gale Pruitt Stoops, 78, of Blair, Okla., went

Minnie A. Stroede, 94, passed away Tuesday, April 16, in Salina. She was born Oct. 4, 1918, in Lincoln County to Herman and Emelia (Hildebrandt) Wacker. Minnie was a lifetime resident of the Ellsworth area where she was a homemaker and member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church. She married George J. Stroede, Feb. 9, 1941, in Ellsworth. Minnie is survived by sons, Robert and wife Stacy of Kamp, Texas and Mrs. Stroede Gary and wife Sarah of Salina; daughter, Wanda Stroede of Salina; six grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by son, Harlan L. in 1943; husband, George ,in 1991; and great-grandson, Brandon, in 2009. Funeral service was Monday, April 22, at the Immanuel Lutheran Church, Pastor Dennis Dufon officiating, with burial following in the Ellsworth Memorial Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the church, in c/o Parsons Funeral Home, P.O. Box 45, Ellsworth, Kan. 67439.

Latest Kansas Health Risk Report published Special to the I-R

OPEKA — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment recently released results from the 2011 Kansas Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System. The system is the world’s largest, annual population-based telephone survey system, tracking health conditions and risk behaviors in the United States. It is coordinated by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and is conducted in every state and several territories. BRFSS provides data on a wide range of health issues including information related to access to health care, chronic and

infectious diseases, clinical preventive services, environmental quality, infant and child health, injury and violence, maternal health, mental health, nutrition, physical activity, obesity, oral health, reproductive and sexual health, substance abuse and tobacco. “BRFSS data help us measure Kansans’ health behaviors, conditions and concerns,” said Dr. Robert Moser, KDHE secretary and state health officer. “These data are important when we consider where to focus our public health efforts and to help us emphasize the benefits of prevention.” The following are some of the

Kansas 2011 BRFSS data highlights for adults 18 years old and older: • 80.6 percent of Kansas adults use safety belts. • 36.3 percent of Kansas adults do not have dental insurance. • 30.8 percent of Kansas adults have hypertension (high blood pressure). • 29.6 percent of Kansas adults are obese. • 22 percent of Kansas adults smoke cigarettes. • 9.5 percent of Kansas adults have diabetes. To view the 2011 Kansas BRFSS report visit www.kdheks. gov/brfss/publications.html

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Council discusses regulation of private water wells By LINDA MOWERY-DENNING Ellsworth County I-R

rivate water wells were on the minds of a trio of citizens who attended Monday night’s meeting of the Ellsworth City Council. The issue surfaced at earlier meetings as part of a larger discussion on the city’s water situation. This past July, the city banned outdoor watering in response to a multi-year drought that lowered levels in Ellsworth’s seven water wells. Private wells were not included in the order, which remains in effect. Permission from the chief engineer of the state Department of Agriculture’s Division of Water Resources is needed before action can be taken to restrict private wells — and then only if one of three thresholds is met: • The water from the private wells comes from the same source as the city’s seven wells in the west part of town and about one mile outside the city limits. • Impairment of the city’s water rights. • Proof of the occurrence of wasting water. Dale Slechta, who lives on Webb Street, said he spent $5,000 on a well and he will fight to continue using it. He also said he has sent information to the state’s chief engineer to show his water does not share a

Tim Vandall writes about Ellsworth’s water situation/ Page A4

water source with city wells. Mayor Steve Bahan said the council has no intention of shutting down private wells; however, there could be time restrictions are needed. Watering in the hottest time of the day, for instance, wastes water to evaporation. Council members tabled the issue earlier this month because not all council members were present and that was the case again Monday. Council member John Whitmer told Slechta and other private well owners, Rodney and Mary Buchholz, that others in town feel differently about the issue. A letter was included in Monday night’s council packet and Whitmer said he has received comments from residents who think private wells should be restricted. Whitmer said his main concern was the influence of private wells on the city’s supply. Council member Holly Fries said the city’s water issue isn’t going to go away and officials need to look ahead. “We need to make sure that in the future everybody has what they need,” she said. Slechta suggested the city do research on a type of drought-resistent grass developed in eastern Colorado and successfully used in western Kansas so

officials can share the information with residents. City administrator Tim Vandall said he was approached by a resident who wants to paint his house, but needs to pressure wash it first. Would that be considered outdoor watering? he asked. Bahan said he didn’t want to stop residents from making improvements to their properties. At the same time, he asked that anyone planning such a project first check with City Hall. “I don’t think any of us would turn down a common sense request,” he said. In other business: • City recreation director Ronnie Tenbrink warned city council members he might have to cut hours this summer at the city swimming pool if he can’t find more employees, including an assistant manager. • City attorney Carey Hipp reported the condemnation of land for a new airport runway is moving forward. • Doug McKinney of the Beloit-based NorthCentral Regional Planning Commission updated council members on a rehabilitation and demolition grant from the Kansas Department of Commerce and encouraged them to apply. Wilson received a similar grant during the most recent round of grants. Council members told Vandall to talk with McKinney about the application process.

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City Hall building issues discussed BY Mark mccoy Ellsworth County I-R

OLYROOD — Don Marrs, of DMA architects of Salina, addressed the Holyrood city council April 15 concerning the Holyrood city hall building. The council wants to address issues with the aging structure and mayor Ken Schepmann asked Alan Luttrel of EBH and Associates, Great Bend, to present ideas and informal, non-binding price quotes concerning the structure. Luttrel contacted Marrs and the two men did a quick, exploratory look at the building and grounds before compiling their report. Marrs had three options for the council — remodel the existing structure; raze the building and build a new structure, or use the east, north and south exterior walls as a façade, and construct a new, single story building extending to the west. Erected in 1926, the Holyrood city hall is considered to be “grandfathered-in” and exempt from state and federal Americans With Disabilities Act regulations. Marrs told the council that any work on the present structure would force the city to make the building ADA compliant including ramps, restroom facilities and a lift. He said the exterior and interior walls, doors and windows will all need to be improved.

Marrs noted that presently, the building is heated by a boiler and only the city offices are air-conditioned. He said that the HVAC systems, plumbing and electrical systems would probably have to be updated if city hall was remodeled. Marrs used the existing square footage of the building — 5,400 square feet — to figure his estimates, including both floors of the building. Marrs said the cost would range from $125-$175 per square foot and the building renovation project could be $675$945,000. The second option was razing the building and constructing a modern single-level structure to replace it. Marrs said the new building could be built with a façade that resembled the current building. Marrs estimated the cost of constructing a 5400 square foot building (not including demolition of the current structure) would be $75$125 per square foot, for a project cost of $405$675,000. The third proposal would be to raze the west wall of the building, leaving the existing three walls for a façade, and build a singlestory structure to the west. Marrs calculated that demolition would cost $60$70,000 and the façade restoration and shoring would be $80-$100,000. That would be added to the price tag of $545-$845,000 for the new structure. Schepmann pointed out the city only uses a small portion of the 5,400 square footage of the building and

the entire basement floor is used only for storage. He said the city needs space for a meeting room, city offices and a new police office and that 5,400 square feet was probably too large. The council intends to hold informative meetings about city hall in the future and plans to have an information booth at the Holyrood street dance June 29. In other council news: • Council member Brandon Koch reported he has completed work on the city’s new website, www. holyroodkansas.com. The city plans to use the site as a source for city news and information. (Editor’s note: It is important to use the phrase “holyroodkansas” when searching for the website. Holyrood.com is the site for news concerning the Scottish Parliament.) • The council approved a beer license for Arlen Schultz. • The council directed city clerk Neysa Brown to advertise for summer help. The council will hire either one or two summer workers, depending on the weather. • Brown gave oath of office to Karla Kraft, Patrick Siemsen and Joel Hosman, the newly elected members of the Holyrood city council. Kraft was currently a member of the council, replacing Ron Etchison during his term, and this was her first election to the seat. The next meeting of the Holyrood city council will be at 6:30 p.m. Monday, May 6, at city hall.

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Linda Mowery-Denning Editor/Publisher

DROUGHT UPDATE Think conservation this summer in response to water concerns

pring is here and summer is right around the corner. I’d like to take this opportunity to update you all about the continuing drought in our region, the City’s water supply, and what you can do to be water wise. Over the last 12 months central Kansas has been mired in a severe drought, affecting the water supply of many cities. Throughout the last several weeks we have seen other cities scaling back on their water usage. To date, Ellis, Hays, Russell, and Salina have imposed strict water restrictions. Most experts expect the drought to continue throughout this summer, and possibly beyond. During the last 11 months, we have only received 69 percent of our area’s normal precipitation. That is a shortfall of eight inches for north central Kansas. Western Kansas has been hit even Tim worse, as they are at 55 Vandall percent of their normal precipitation, for a shortfall of nearly nine inches. City The drought in westThoughts ern Kansas compounds our problem as the Smoky Hill River, and most of our city’s wells, are directly affected by the river’s streamflow. The Smoky Hill River’s current streamflow registers at 15 cubic feet/second, down sharply from a median of 70 cf/s over the last century. Typically our water supply gets recharged and replenished throughout the winter and spring months, and that has not been the case this year. Although our water levels have slightly increased over the last nine months, we are still noticeably below average water levels for this time of year. Our staff and elected officials are working hard to be proactive to ensure enough water for basic daily use. Ellsworth’s Water Department inspects the levels of our wells on a weekly basis and we check the river’s streamflow daily. There are several ways citizens can cut back to reduce their water consumption. The first way to reduce consumption is to be on the lookout for leaky fixtures. The average residential home loses up to 13 percent of its total water usage due to leaks, running toilets, etc. Over time, this waste can add up, and in turn, increase your water bill. Another item that uses significant water in a household is the washing machine. The average American family washes 300 loads of laundry per year. If you have an older washing machine, it may use up to 40 gallons of water per load. New energy efficient washing machines can use as little as 15 gallons of water per load. By switching from an older washing machine to a high efficiency washing machine, you could reduce your water usage by 7,500 gallons annually. Finally, the average American uses about 20 gallons of water in an eight minute shower. If a family of four reduced their average shower time from eight minutes to six minutes, they could reduce their water usage by 7,300 gallons annually. Cutting back on your water usage can result in significant savings on your water bill! Our city has other tips for water reduction on our website. I encourage you all to review the list and see how you can cut back! In conclusion, I want to thank you all for working hard to reduce your water consumption. Maintaining an adequate water supply is our number one goal, and that goal is the foundation for our current water reduction policies. We are all in this together, and with your help, our city can continue to thrive in the midst of this drought. Please feel free to contact me at City Hall if you have further questions on water restrictions or suggestions on how we can continue to cut back. Tim Vandall is the Ellsworth city administrator.

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Keeping us scared

To the Editor: The National Rifle Association is very good at scaring the hell out of people and keeping them that way. OMG! The Feds are coming and all I have to defend myself is my dad’s old single-shot 12-gauge shotgun and the single shot .22 rifle I got out of the Sears Roebuck catalog when I was a freshman in high school. I’d better run right out and get a couple of Bushmasters, a couple of Glocks, a bazooka, maybe a couple of stinger missiles for those pesky drones and a whole wagon load of ammo. Then I’ll be safe. Really? The next sound you hear will be marbles dropping as people lose them. Then there will be the sound of money gushing into the pockets of the NRA and the gunmakers, followed by loud smacking noises as politicians kiss backsides. Our democracy in action! Harold Choitz Rochester, Mi.

Why so complicated? Did you prepare your own tax return? In 2012, approximately 60 percent of American taxpayers hired someone to prepare their taxes at an estimated total cost of “$168 billion and six billion hours” according to the IRS Tax Advocate.

generous campaign contributions which members of Congress rely on.

The above cost derives largely from the complexity of the tax code and its complexity is one of the biggest complaints taxpayers have about paying taxes. Why so complicated?

In the 2012 election cycle the average amount spent to win a seat in the House of Representatives was $1,689,580; the average amount spent to win a Senate seat was $10,476,451.

Lawrence Lessig in Republic, Lost argues that the reason lies with the millions of dollars in campaign contributions that members of Congress receive from contributors and lobbyists trying to influence congressional votes. If the laws and regulations are less complex, there is less reason to make those

One might reasonably conclude that the time and money that taxpayers devote to the preparation of their tax returns correlate directly with the amount of money it takes to win a seat in Congress. ••• Gerald Skoning, an expert in labor law, advocates passage of a 28th

Jerry Marsh Political Bites

Amendment to the United States Constitution to require that members of Congress live by the same laws that they pass for everyone else. One might think: isn’t that already the case? It is not. Congress has made a practice over the years of specifically exempting members from obeying laws that they require others to obey. While on occasion their exemptions are exposed and corrected, a constitutional amendment could eliminate the cat and mouse game that Congress plays with the law. Some of the laws from which Congress has exempted itself over the years are labor laws, civil rights laws, and insider trading laws. The constitution provides two methods for

proposing a constitutional amendment and two methods for ratification. Proposal has always occurred with a two thirds vote in both houses of Congress. There is provision for proposal by constitutional convention but it has never been used. Amendments are usually ratified by a majority vote in three fourths of the state legislatures. The U.S. Constitution was last amended in 1992. Given the major role Congress plays in the amendment process, it is safe to assume that Mr. Skoning’s desired amendment will never pass. ••• While I am not sure that it is a good idea to raise the minimum wage, I do have concerns regarding the large inequalities in worker See MARSH, Page A9

The hero of Dark Water Settlement progressed quickly across Kansas once the railroad provided easy access to the west. Unfortunately for the native population, settlement meant conflict. The clash of cultures and the failure of compromise left no room for peaceful coexistence. The Indian Wars of the Great Plains coincided with the great land rush. A final military campaign against the southern tribes launched in the fall of 1868 pushed the Indians south of the Kansas border by the end of 1869. A relative peace settled across Kansas for several years. In 1873, buffalo hunters trespassed onto the southern reservation lands in search of the disappearing “big shaggy.” Comanche and Kiowa warriors pushed back with attacks on hunters and raids into Texas. By the summer of 1874, the Cheyenne joined the resistance, and raids expanded into Kansas. The military responded with a massive force that kept the tribes on the run until they could

run and fight no more. By the spring of 1875, starving and demoralized Indians had surrendered at the Darlington Agency near present-day El Reno, Okla.. A fight broke out at the agency between soldiers and Cheyennes April 6, 1875. The Indians fled to the camp of White Horse, a prominent leader of the Cheyenne Warrior Society known as the Dog Soldiers. Most were persuaded to return to the agency, but a number of survivors of the fight escaped to the camp of Little Bull. Little Bull’s band had been away from the reservation all winter and was just returning to the Darlington Agency. The news of the fight threw them into a panic. The families, made up of 20 lodges and about 60 people, broke camp and

crossed into Kansas. In an effort to cut the flight of the Indians short, Company H of the Sixth U.S. Cavalry was sent east from Las Animas, Colo., to Fort Wallace in western Kansas. From Wallace, they marched northeast with Company K, 19th Infantry. But Little Bull’s people had already passed the troops. The Indian trail was discovered and pursuit was taken across the old Butterfield Trail and northward toward the Union Pacific Railroad. They crossed the track near Monument Station, west of present-day Oakley. North of the railroad the Indians split trails. After the soldiers followed a single trail for several miles, the trail disappeared. The soldiers were being watched, but they were not aware of the location of the Indians or their scouts. Henely’s troops searched for a new trail without success until they happened upon three buffalo hunters. The hunters guided the

troops along a fresh trail leading toward the Middle Fork of Sappa Creek. Sappa in the Cheyenne language means “Dark Water.” The three forks of the Sappa north of present-day Colby were the homeland of the Dog Soldiers. Their people had lived along its waters since about 1840. Once the people made it to the Valley of Dark Water, they were in familiar territory. About 12 lodges were encamped in a horseshoe bend of the creek. A rocky bluff on the south hid the location from view. To the north the prairie gradually rose to high ground and distant prairie vistas. The troops surprised the sleeping village in the early morning hours of April 23, 1875. After crossing the marshy creek, they dismounted and commenced firing from the open slope north of the camp. Some of the people escaped to the grazing pony herd before the first volley of bullets pinned everyone down. The hail of hot See GRAY, Page A5

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lead was devastating. Not only warriors, but women and children were being killed. Little Bull and an old man named Dirty Water went out to talk to the soldiers for a cease fire. While they were talking, a warrior known as White Bear shot at the soldiers. Both Little Bull and Dirty Water were shot down along with Sgt. Theodore Papier and Pvt. Robert Theims. The soldiers moved to positions at each end of the valley, and with the help of the buffalo hunter’s long range guns deadly fire poured into the village. According to Lt. Henely, “The fight was furious from the start and never ended while an Indian was left

Cara Criswell of Wilson, upper right, and her little sister, Leah, use squirt guns to move their rubber ducks through the water while playing the Duck Race game. The game was part of the fun April 18 at the Wilson School Carnival.

Drinking

Rodeo

education on the dangers of alcohol also is in the works. “Alcohol is a gateway opportunity to multiple negative situations and greatly increases the opportunity for illegal drugs, sexual misconduct, drunk driving and many other poor decisions,” Reid wrote. He met this week with Vandall and Ellsworth Police Chief Dave Smith, who said Ellsworth County already has lost students to alcohol and other drugrelated activities. Smith also explained what happens when the police stop a teen driver for suspected drinking. Smith said the police

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meeting at 5 p.m., the ranch rodeo opens at 6 p.m. The event showcases skills which cowboys demonstrate every day on the ranch — branding, doctoring, mugging, sorting and trailer loading. “The branding is the same thing we do every spring,” Donley said. “You go in and rope a baby calf by its two hind legs, drag him up and put a chock brand on him.” Doctoring is summertime activity on local ranches. “If you have a sick cow in the pasture, you head and heel him, and put a chock mark on his head instead of giving him a vaccination,” Donley said. During the mugging contest,

cowboys rope a calf, then tie three of its legs. Sorting is also a daily event on local ranches. The cowboys will get three designated numbers of cows and they have to sort them out without any wrong numbers coming up. During the trailer loading event, cowboys will be required to rope a steer, then load the steer by hand into a trailer. While most of the prizes will be cash, Donley said there will also be four handmade buckles awarded to the high point team. Donley said the judges will also award the top horse a special hand-made belt buckle in honor of Rylee Miller, daughter of Bruce and Jill Miller of Brookville, who was killed in an

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before the Saturday night fireworks. The partners, who have participated in their share of competitions, will do the cooking. “This is not hot dogs and hamburgers,” said Carol Kratzer, the chamber’s executive director. “This is a real, old-fashioned barbecue.” It’s also about taking the spectacular up a notch. This year’s event will go from one to two days, Friday, June 28, and Saturday, June 29, on the grounds of the Ellsworth Recreation Center. The celebration opens Friday with the 5 p.m. barbecue, followed by the first round of the vocal Idol Talent competition at 6:30 p.m. Saturday’s activities also start at 5 p.m., with food vendors and three inflated bounce houses. In the past, children have been asked to pay to bounce. This year, entrance into the houses are free, thanks to financial support from the local Kiwanis Club.

Round Two of Idol opens at 6 p.m. with the public casting votes after the performances in adult and youth categories. Prizes in the senior class will be $750 for 1st; $500 for 2nd; and $250 for 3rd. Junior class prizes will be $250, $150 and $75. Fireworks and patriotic music begin at 9:30 p.m. Citizens State Bank & Trust Company is the third event sponsor. Kratzer said the chamber, which volunteered about two years ago to take over the fireworks, needs about $15,000 to stage the event. Organizers, led by chamber director Steve Steinhaus, have raised about two-thirds of what they need. Kratzer said chamber officials thought the continuation of the fireworks show was important to Ellsworth. Too many small towns have lost similar events because of a lack of dollars and volunteers. In addition, the event draws visitors to town from as far away as Topeka.

automobile accident in January. In addition to Ellsworth, Donley said the rodeo will feature cowboys from across Kansas, including Cimmarron, Concordia, and Strong City. The El-Kan Western Riders will have a concession stand available selling hamburgers, hot dogs, and all the trimmings. A beer garden will also be available. Donley said while there are no openings for competitors in the Ranch Rodeo, he has unlimited spots open for the Ranch Horse contest. “You can enter the day of the contest,” he said. For more information, call Donley, (620) 792-9843.

“It’s almost a community institution and we just felt strongly this was one of the things we needed to keep going,” Kratzer said. Organizers hope adding Idol to the mix will only make it better. When Schmidt last did the event, it was in about 2007 for Ellsworth’s Cowtown celebration. Several hundred watched the performances. She’s not sure how many to expect this year. Schmidt said a panel of judges will pare down the number of contestants to 10 or 12 the Thursday night before the first round. Entry forms are available on the chamber website, www.goellsworth.com or by calling Schmidt, (785) 472-3154. Kratzer can be reached at (785) 472-4071, for anyone interested in donating to the Star Spangled Spectacular. She also is accepting reservations from non-profit groups for Saturday night’s food stands.

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alive.” In spite of his claims, there were Indians left alive. As they watched the slaughter from a distant hill, Little Bear suddenly announced that he was going back to die with his father and mother. His death was honored by those who survived. Eventually the Indian Wars ended but the heroes will continue to live in a place we call The Way West. “The Cowboy,” Jim Gray is author of Desperate Seed: Ellsworth Kansas on the Violent Frontier and also publishes Kansas Cowboy, Old West history from a Kansas perspective. Contact Kansas Cowboy, Box 62, Ellsworth, Kan. 67439. Phone (785) 531-2058 or www. droversmercantile.com

department doesn’t have the authority to issue a ticket. Instead, officers submit a report to the county attorney, sometimes with a recommendation. “Every county attorney in the state of Kansas has the right to prosecute a case or not,” Smith said. He said he researched underage drinking this past weekend on the internet and found a wealth of information. “I want to do anything I can to help with the problem,” Smith said. His words were echoed by Bahan. “The consensus is we want to do everything we can to work with you,” he said.

Order Homemade Cinnamon Rolls $12.00 per Dozen Order Deadline April 29th *First 100 dozen orders will be available for pickup May 2, from 4:00-6:00pm at the EJSH Commons Sign up sheets available at, EJSH, EES, KMS, Senior Center, Citizens State Bank, and First Bank Kansas

Ellsworth Music Boosters Fundraiser Contact: Tonya Chegwidden 810-8414 or Angie Ptacek 531-1594

Ellsworth, Kanopolis & Geneseo USD 327’s

Student Of The Week

Coming to Ellsworth! Smoky hill river Festival

SToP Button Purchasing

Prizes

Free Craft Kit

When: Thursday, April 25, 3-4:15 p.m. FREE ADMISSION Where: Ellsworth County Independent Reporter Office, 304 N. Douglas, Ellsworth, KS

Brenn Cravens Brenn Cravens, a senior at Ellsworth High School, is this week’s Student of the Week. She is the daughter of Shelby and Kenny Cravens. Brenn’s siblings are Remington and Will Cravens. Brenn’s activities include volleyball, basketball, softball, doing hair, sewing, cooking, and scrapbooking. What she likes best about school is playing sports and being with her teammaes, and on the job training at EES and seeing the little kids. Brenn plans to attend Manhattan Area Technical College and become a dental hygienist. Brenn is a very hard working student and a role model to many. She strives to attain the highest levels in everything. She is a person of great character and makes good decisions. Bernie Schulte

1604 Aylward Ave Ellsworth, KS 785-472-3111

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More Postal Changes

Outgoing mail collection hours cut May 4 By Alan Rusch Ellsworth County I-R

ostal customers in Ellsworth County will soon have less time to mail outgoing letters â&#x20AC;&#x201D; thanks to the nationwide implementation of a plan announced last year by the U.S. Postal Service to consolidate mail processing centers. Effective Saturday, May 4, outgoing mail will be collected at 12:45 p.m. instead of 4:45 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Anything you want to go out that day must be at the collection point by 12:45 p.m.,â&#x20AC;? said Ellsworth postmaster

Karen Goddard. According to Brian Sperry, acting western area manager for corporate communications, collection times are being aligned along with the move of mail processing operations from Salina to Wichita. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t anticipate any changes in delivery times for first-class mail,â&#x20AC;? he added. Sperry said the postal service experienced a 34 percent decline in firstclass mail last year, and has made certain adjustments to deal with both the decline in revenue and Americanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s changing mailing habits. The con-

solidation of mail processing centers is part of that change. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It will allow us to maintain our service standard,â&#x20AC;? he said. Sperry said mail will travel from Salina to Wichita to be postmarked and processed. It will then be returned to Salina for final processing and delivery. The move is expected to save the postal service $2.1 million. Consolidation is nothing new for the postal service. In 2006, it operated 673 facilities. By 2012, operations were consolidated into 461 facilities, before the

postal service agreed to a temporary delay in closings and consolidations to remain responsive to concerns by some members of Congress, and to help facilitate enactment of pending comprehensive postal reform legislation. Forty-six full or partial consolidations were completed during the summer of 2012. A second phase of consolidations resumed this past February. Saturday delivery saved A continuing resolution recently passed by the U.S. Congress to See CHANGES, Page A9

Drought relief initiative assists producers By Phil Chegwidden Special to the I-R

he U.S. Department of Agricultureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Natural Resources Conservation Service continues to work to provide as much relief to drought-impacted producers as possible. NRCS state conservationist Eric B. Banks has announced the agency will assist producers through a new Drought Recovery Initiative. NRCS will use two application cutoff dates for the initiative â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Friday, May 17, and Friday, June 21. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We know farmers and ranchers around the state have been hit hard

by the drought,â&#x20AC;? Banks said. The drought has caused serious degradation to many natural resources in Kansas including wildlife, wildlife cover, livestock forage, livestock water, and soil quality. The Drought Recovery Initiative will be supported through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program and may be a source of assistance to mitigate the short-term or long-term effects of drought. Livestock producers have been especially hard hit and NRCS has grazing specialists that provide recommendations about range and pasture management and options

to consider for forage and water management. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important for producers to have a contingency plan which addresses drought in ways such as deferred or rotational grazing, alternative water sources, combining herds, or possibly reducing livestock numbers,â&#x20AC;? Banks said. Conservation plans can include decisions made which address the impacts of drought, or better yet, alternatives to prepare land for drought when climatic conditions are favorable. EQIP offers financial and technical assistance to eligible participants to install or implement structural and management practices on eligi-

ble agricultural land. Conservation practices must be implemented to NRCS standards and specifications. In Kansas, socially disadvantaged, limited resource, and beginning farmers and ranchers will receive a higher payment rate for eligible conservation practices applied. Additional information about drought resources is located on the Kansas NRCS drought website at www. ks.nrcs.usda.gov/technical/drought/index.html or call the Ellsworth County National Resource and Conservation office in Ellsworth, (785) 4724999.

Producers must comply with CRP regulations By Michael Martin Special to the I-R

roducers who have land enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program are reminded of their responsibilities to ensure compliance with the terms and conditions of their CRP contracts. Spot checks will be performed throughout the year to confirm program provisions are being followed. Noxious weeds must be controlled on CRP acres. Noxious weeds include musk thistle, bindweed, Johnson grass, and sericea lespedeza.

Non-noxious weeds, especially varia crownvetch, also must be controlled if they are damaging or preventing native grass establishment. Volunteer trees are also required to be controlled. Haying and grazing are not allowed for CRP unless written requests are granted under the managed or emergency provisions. If the specific CRP practice is eligible and the acreage was not burned in the spring, managed CRP haying may be conducted from July 16 through Aug. 15, and managed CRP grazing can occur from July

16 through Sept. 30 for one payment reduction, and from Oct. 1 through Nov. 12 for a second payment reduction. Other commercial use of CRP acreage is prohibited. Field roadways or parking equipment on CRP acres would be examples of commercial uses that are not allowed. In general, burning and mowing cannot occur during the primary nesting season â&#x20AC;&#x201D; April 15 through July 15. Required cover crops and wildlife food plots must be timely planted. Program violations could occur if cover crops and/

or sorghum food plots are not planted by July 1. Also, the wildlife food plot acreage must be of adequate size as specified in the CRP conservation plan. Cover crops and wildlife food plots cannot be harvested. CRP participants may lease hunting rights, charge fees for hunting, or conduct similar recreational uses if the activity is consistent with federal and state laws. Participants should the Ellsworth County Farm Service Agency office in Ellsworth, (785) 472-3161, if they have questions about any CRP requirement.

Holyrood: C&V Convenient Store Wilson: Made From Scratch, Wilson Family Foods, Stop-2-Shop Lorraine: Lorraine Coop Interstate: Hwy 14 & I-70 travel center, D&S Convenience Claflin: Baileyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Food Bin Rack Locations: Citizens State Bank, Ellsworth County Medical Center, I/R Office, KCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cafe, Alco, Dorrance Agco Coop, Coach & 4 Bowling Lanes The I/R will be spotlighting a vendor location once per month.

Prices paid for grain at the Ellsworth Co-op at the end of the business day Monday, April 22, were: Wheat, bu. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; $7.14, up 6 cents from a week ago. Milo, bu. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; $6.19, down 8 cents. Soybeans, bu. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; $13.71, up 9 cents. Corn, bu. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; $6.45, down 11 cents. The co-op has locations in Ellsworth, Black Wolf, Farhman, Hitschmann, Holyrood and Kanopolis.

National Day of Prayer is May 2

The National Day of Prayer will be observed Thursday, May 2 in Ellsworth. At 7 a.m., a breakfast will be served for a free-will offering in the basement of the First United Methodist Church. Pastor Dale Bailey, chaplain at the Ellsworth Correctional Facility, will be the featured speaker. At noon, a National Day of Prayer observance will be conducted on the front steps of the Ellsworth County Courthouse in Ellsworth. The Ellsworth Junior-Senior High School Choir, under the direction of music teacher Courtney West, will perform during the observance.

Garden Pot Workshop planned

The first in a year-long series of hands-on exploration workshops is scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 27, at the Grassroots Art Center in Lucas. Carolyn Bigham and Doris Johnson will help participants explore some of the possibilities for creating custom garden pots using a mix of concrete, vermiculite and plaster. There is a small fee for supplies and instruction. Participants are asked to bring their own rubber gloves. For more information or to enroll in the workshop call the Grassroots Art Center, (785) 525-6118. Class size is limited.

Design and painting of Czech egg to begin soon Special to the I-R

WILSON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The design and painting of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Largest Czech Eggâ&#x20AC;? is tentatively set to be done by the end of May or in early June. That was the word following the March 7 meeting of the Wilson Chamber of Commerce. In other chamber business: â&#x20AC;˘ President Jerry Florian reported that Police Chief Bob Doepp is working with the Wilson School to use their security system for the egg. The chamber would need to purchase cameras. â&#x20AC;˘ Wilson will be represented at the annual Sampler Festival May 4-5. The theme of the northcentral Kansas tent is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll Never Run Out of Amazing.â&#x20AC;? Wilson will give out kolaches and 350 Easter eggs with treats and fortunes inside. â&#x20AC;˘ Chamber member Kayla Cullens will design the chamber website, www.wilsonkschamber.com, to include all businesses and organizations with links available to the sites of chamber members. A page will be developed for the Czech queens. â&#x20AC;˘ Chamber members support the organization again of a Friday night farmers market in Wilson. Â Â&#x20AC;

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NOTICE TO DOG AND CAT OWNERS

Ellsworth: Ampride, Caseyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s General Store, Geneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Heartland Foods, F&M Drug LLC, Seitz Drug, Kwik Shop, Ellsworth County I/R Kanopolis: Orozcoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Portales, Kanopolis Corner Store

Wheat, soybeans up for the week

This month the Ellsworth County I/R salutes our newspaper vendor:

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ON THE FARM AND IN THE CITY

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Vendor Spotlight

In addition to selling the I/R, they also sell food, household items, clothes, and much more.

IN BRIEF

An annual tax of $2.50 for each male dog or cat and spayed female dog or cat, and $5.00 for each unspayed female dog or cat, irrespective of age, is hereby levied upon all persons, firms or corporations owning or harboring a dog, dogs, a cat or cats within the limits of the city. It shall be the duty of each owner or harborer of a dog, dogs, a cat, or cats, to pay the tax imposed to the City Clerk for the general revenue fund of the city on or before the first day of April in each and every year, or upon acquiring ownership or possession of any dog or cat establishing residence in the City of Holyrood.

HOISINGTON VETERINARY CLINIC WILL BE AT THE OLD FIRE STATION FOR DOG AND CAT VACCINATIONS ON SATURDAY, APRIL 27, 2013 FROM 10:00 A.M. TO 12:00 NOON. RABIES SHOTS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL DOGS AND CATS IN THE CITY OF HOLYROOD. CITY TAG IS ALSO REQUIRED FOR ALL DOGS AND CATS.

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WILSON RABIES CLINIC Saturday, April 27, 2013 1:00 P.M. - 2:30 P.M. at the Wilson Fire Station Rabies - $10.00 Distemper/Parvo combo - $15.00 Feline Leukemia - $20.00 Both Dog and Cat Vaccinations will be available. Wilson residents are required to purchase a City tag for their dog(s) (Ordinance No. 715). Dog tags can be purchased at the Rabies Clinic or at Wilson City Hall, M-F 8-4 (you must show proof of rabies vaccination). If your dog does not have a City tag, gets loose and picked up, you may be issued a ticket and will have to pay a fine and court costs. The cost of a dog tag is $5.00- Female and $2.50Male or Spayed Female and must be purchased BEFORE May 1st. After May 1st, an additional $2.00 will be added to the cost of the dog tag.

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Community Wedding Ploutz-Bewley

Leon and Mildred Janzen — on their wedding day 60 years ago and now.

Anniversary Janzens to celebrate 60th anniversary Leon and Mildred Janzen of Ellsworth will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary May 2. Leon Janzen and Mildred Schindler were married in 1953 at the First Baptist Church of Lorraine. Leon is a retired farmer and Mildred worked for 30 years at the Lorraine State Bank. Their children and their spouses are: Karen and J.V. Van Allen of Kansas City; Kenton and Angie Janzen of Lorraine; Susan and Mitch Nickerson of Grand Island, Neb.; and Galen Janzen of Lorraine. The couple’s grandchildren are: Annie, Katie, Christie and Betsy VanAllen and Carlie and Ryan Billel. Cards may be sent to the Janzens at 408 E. Ninth St., Ellsworth, Kan. 67439.

Births

Colby Alan Barta Jessica and Cody Barta announce the birth Feb. 28, 2013, of their son, Colby Alan, at 4:44 p.m. at the Birth & Women’s Health Center, Yoder. Colby weighed 9 lbs., 5 ozs. and was 22 inches long. He was welcomed home by his sister, Katie, 2. Grandparents are: Dave and Donna Barta, Ellsworth; and Mark Sommerfeld, Brookville.

Schroeder on Honor Roll at Illinois U April 6, 1949 The University of Illinois had a cracker jack of a basketball team, and it also has some excellent ranked scholastic students, among which is one alumnus from Holyrood Rural High School, a grad of last spring’s class. Donald Schroeder, son of Mr. and Mrs. I.A. Schroeder of Holyrood City, was initiated into Phi Eta Sigma, high scholastic honor society for freshmen men students. For his first-year work he is on the dean’s honor roll at the University of Illinois, Champaign, Ill. Junk Yard Hauling Available Mayor E.J. Snyder stated Monday afternoon that Joe Nabholz, local trucking contractor, has been engaged by the city of Holyrood to haul trash to the city junk yard. He will have the key and access to the place. Persons will pay .50 to load to him or his representative. The mayor continued and further stated the city dump grounds is a pain in the neck for those who are trying to have it under decent operation. The latest commotion is caused by vandals who broke the lock or chain on the fence leading to the grounds.

Colby Alan Barta Great-grandparents are: Bob and Kathy Sommerfeld, Assaria; Cindy Hoover, Salina; and Martha Weeks, LaCrosse.

Emily Beth Ploutz and Ryan Paul Bewley were united in marriage Dec. 1, 2012, at the First Southern Baptist Church of Dodge City. Pastor Greg Savage officiated. Parents of the couple are David and Mary Beth Ploutz and Robert and Linda Bewley, all of Dodge City. Grandparents of the bride are Helen Ploutz, Ellsworth, and the late John Ploutz and Alfred and June Dolezal, Wilson. Grandparents of the groom are Kenneth and Wanda Bewley, Sweetwater, Texas, and Ordean Archer, Protection, and the late R.C. Archer. The matron of honor was Deena Hamilton, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Becca Page, Kyndell Smith, Taryn Arbogast and Bethani Taylor, all friends of the bride, and Tisha Bewley, sister of the groom. The flower girl was Abby Nelson, niece of the groom. The best man was Matt Unruh, friend of the groom. Groomsmen were Chris Meyer, Matthew Garrett, Brennan Savage and Mark Garrett, friends of the groom, and Nathan Bewley, brother of the groom. The ring bearer was Kevin Ploutz, cousin of the bride. Guest book attendants were Jenay Unruh and Kaitlyn Savage, friends of the bride.

Emily and Ryan Bewley

Ushers were Jordan Hamilton, brother-inlaw of the bride, and Tyler Ball, friend of the groom. Scripture readers were Marion Ochs, friend of the groom, and Tracy Ploutz, uncle of the bride. The pianist was Paula Lewis with vocalist B.J. Hargett. A dinner reception was held at the Knights of Columbus in Dodge City following the ceremony. The bride is a 2008 graduate of Dodge City High School and a 2012 graduate of Manhattan Area Technical College, where she received her associate’s degree in dental hygiene. She is a dental hygienist for Dr. Randall K. McVey, of Garden City. The groom is a 2005 home school graduate. In December of 2012, he received his certificate from the lineman program at Dodge City Community College. After a honeymoon in Negril, Jamaica, the couple is at home in Dodge City.

Note to Readers — A reminder that Community Page deadlines have moved to 5 p.m. Thursday for publication in the following week’s IndependentReporter. Send information to indy@eaglecom.net or mail to 304 N. Douglas Ave., Ellsworth 67439.

Passages County were selected Wednesday evening to attend the 25th annual 4-H Round-Up at Kansas State College, Manhattan, May 31st, June 1, 2, 3 and 4th. One of the fortunates is Miss Lois Lee Eggers, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Eggers of Holyrood, a member of the Palacky Go-Getters 4-H Club. Other six are Billy Joe Gwinner of the Ash Creek Club, Donald Maze of Ellsworth Jayhawk, Cynthia Zavesky of Clear Creek, Richard Anschutz of Noble, Janice Vanek of Sunrise Can Do, and Norma Jean Mantz of Wide Awake.

Jarretts Sold Dry Goods Business The girls in this photo from the Ellsworth County Historical Society are identified as Lillian Bailey and Mollie Morton.

Brewer Will Close His Flying Service

April 13, 1949 Joe W. Brewer of the Brewer Flying Service has announced that he will close his flying service at the Holyrood Airport upon the expiration of his present lease with the city in May. Mr. Brewer has operated the Holyrood Airport since March, 1945. The Brewer family will move to their farm near Elmo,

Kansas and Joe will assume operation of his father’s farm in addition to his own. Mrs. Brewer and two sons have been at Elmo the past 3 weeks, where she is caring for Mrs. C.W. Brewer who is seriously ill.

4-H Roundup Delegates Are Chosen

May 4, 1949 Seven lucky 4-H Club members in Ellsworth

May 11, 1949 Mr. and Mrs. F.M. Burns, late of Wichita, have purchased the dry goods business and merchandise from Mr. and Mrs. Claud Jarrett. They are parents of George and Adam Burns of the Holyrood locker and Tom Burns of the IGA store. Mrs. F.M. Burns will manage the affairs of the store which will henceforth be known as the Burns Dry Goods. Mr. and Mrs. Jarrett who own the building and store’s fixture will continue to reside upstairs. Mr. and Mrs. Burns are living in the rear of the store.

Engagement Homeier-Demel

Dale and Carmen Homeier of Wilson announce the engagement of their daughter, Skye, to Anthony Demel of Dubuque, son of Dale Demel of Odin and Shelley Yahne-Wear of Great Bend. The bride-to-be is a graduate of Wilson High School in 2005 and the American Academy of Massage Therapy. She works at the Ellsworth Animal Hospital. The perspective bridegroom is a 2005 graduate of Claflin High School. He works at RPM Services, Russell. Grandparents of the

Skye Homeier and Anthony Demel

couple are Zona Homeier of Wilson; Leroy and Glennys Bruning of Ellsworth; and Katherine Demel of Odin. The wedding is planned for May 11 at the Immanuel Lutheran Church, Wilson.

Birthday

Arline Soukup turns 99 years old May 2 Arline Soukup will celebrate her 99th birthday May 2. She was born May 2, 1914, on a farm north of Ellsworth to Frank and Emma Bettenbrock. She married John F. Soukup Jr. and they farmed until his death June 6, 1995. She eventually moved into Ellsworth. Her children and their spouses are: Sharon Soukup of Hutchinson; Don (Lonnie) Soukup of Ellsworth; and Elaine ( Jerry) Legere of Fort Worth, Texas. Her grandchildren are: Leah (Thyra) Sanders of Fort Worth, Texas; Luke (Amber) Soukup of Kanopolis; Bryan (Alexis) Legere of

Arline Soukup

Harker Heights, Texas, and Tyler Soukup of Carrollton, Texas. Her great-grandchildren are Tyra and TC Sanders, Katelyn and Sydney Soukup and Max Legere. Birthday cards may be sent to Arline at 625 Novak, Apt. 24, Ellsworth, Kan. 67439.

SENIOR MENUS April 29-May 3 ELLSWORTH Lunches for people age 60 or older are a suggested donation of $3.15 and under 60 are $5. Reservations may be made by calling by 2 p.m. the day before the meal. Call Ellsworth at (785) 472-5185. MONDAY — Chicken wrap, steamed carrots and cinnamon apple slices. TUESDAY — Liver and onions, baked potato, corn, rolls and peaches. WEDNESDAY — Breaded chicken patty, mashed potato w/gravy, broccoli and cheese. THURSDAY — Pork tender sandwich, potato salad. FRIDAY — Chicken-fried steak, mashed potato w/gravy, corn and roll.

WILSON and HOLYROOD Lunches for people age 60 or older are a suggested donation of $3.15 and under 60 are $4.50. The center offers free rolls and coffee at 9 a.m. on Fridays. Call the Wilson Senior Center at (785) 658-2388, or Holyrood at (785) 252-3640. MONDAY — Chicken and rice casserole, carrots, roll, peach cobbler and milk. TUESDAY — Bierock casserole, tossed salad, baked apples and milk. WEDNESDAY — Liver and onions, mashed potatoes, broccoli, roll, fruit in gelatin and milk. THURSDAY — Sweet and sour pork, rice, oriental blend vegetables, roll and milk. FRIDAY — Chicken salad on croissant, vegetable soup, pear crisp and milk.

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Scope purchase okayed By Alan Rusch Ellsworth County I-R

etter imaging quality and improved patient comfort were listed as reasons the Ellsworth County Medical Center should purchase three new Fujinon high definition-capable gastroscopes and four new high definition-capable slim colonoscopes from Speciality Medical Systems. The $134,709 purchase, which director of financial operations Preston Sauers described as “the latest in technologially-advanced endoscopy equipment,” was approved at the board’s April 17 meeting. The purchase includes a $52,500 trade-in allowance. Approval was contingent upon Sauers determining the true need of the equipment. “It’s a very good deal,” he said. “Technology is advancing, and we’re not advancing with it,” “I doubt we will find these any cheaper,” board member Don Kozisek added.

Sauers said the hospital is seeing an increase in both procedures. He said in 2012, 112 “scopes” were done at ECMC. In the first three months of 2013, 97 have been done. In other business: • Additional clinical privileges, specially esophagogastroduodenoscopies and colonoscopies, were approved for Dr. Dwayne Beckenhauer. • Sauers said the hospital had a loss from operations in March of $272,006, with a bottom line loss of $148,687 after other income was considered. He said the hospital has a year-todate bottom line profit of $173,254. • Masse learned from the physician recruiter the hospital’s prime candidate is evaluating another option along with ECMC. “We’re continuing to do what we can to answer his questions,” Masse said. “We are still hopeful.” • Masse said with sequestration now in place, ECMC has been dealing with a 2 percent

reduction in revenue from Medicare. “Congress is again deliberating on the budget with proposed provisions that would substitute for sequestration, but that would likely have a similar impact,” Masse said. “Frankly, I believe the budget is dead in the water anyway.” • Masse said the survey process for the community health needs assessment is nearing completion. “Analysis is in process as well as preparation of a report to the community,” he said. The report is due June 30. • Approval was given to a revision in the medical staff rules. The physicians must now complete their medical documentation in 14 days instead of 28. Sauers said this will help shorten the length of time it takes to bill the patient for the service provided. The next meeting of the ECMC board of directors will be at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 22, in the hospital conference room.

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ALAN RUSCH/Ellsworth County Independent-Reporter

Josiah Bolton, a member of Ellsworth Boy Scout Troop 84, assisted by Troop leader Kim Whetzel, serves spaghetti meals to Trichia Andreson, left, and Alan and Gloria Marez Saturday evening during the Ellsworth County Historical Society’s annual spaghetti supper. The meal was served at the Fort Harker commanding officer’s quarters in Kanopolis.

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Ground lease agreement approved By Alan Rusch Ellsworth County I-R

Wheat groups join in research Special to the I-R

he Kansas Wheat Commission, Kansas Wheat Alliance and Kansas Crop Improvement Association announced today that collectively, they will fund more than $1.4 million dollars in wheat research for the 2014 fiscal year ( July 1, 2013-June 30, 2014). The research awards are for scientists with Kansas State University in Manhattan and Hays. Research funding

comes from one-and-ahalf cents collected on every bushel of wheat sold in the state through the Kansas Wheat Commission, royalties collected on licensed public varieties through the Kansas Wheat Alliance and contributions from the research support fund generated by certified seed growers. Much of the funding is tied directly to core facets of new wheat variety development including: disease control and resistance, insect control and resistance, quality assess-

ment, and genetic mapping and trait identification. Other projects include use of advanced breeding technologies and new agronomic equipment. This core wheat research benefits public university programs and private seed companies in Kansas and across the central plains. Not all projects include lab or field work. One example, funded through KCIA, aims to connect wheat growers with seed distributors on the Internet.

or the next year, the Ellsworth County Road and Bridge Department will lease 9.8 acres of ground at the Junction of K-14 Highway and Interstate 70 for stockpiling material. The agreement, which was approved Monday by the Ellsworth County commissioners, was with Orval Voeltz. The county will pay Voeltz $5,000 to lease the ground from Feb. 25, 2013, to Feb. 25, 2014. In other business: • Approval was given to Ellsworth County Road and Bridge superintendent Rick Nondorf ’s application for the $2,000 KCAMP risk assessment grant.

KCAMP is the county’s liability insurance carrier. • Jan Andrews, county clerk, said Life Team cannot offer a discounted $35 membership to county employees unless the county would designate it as the primary air ambulance service for county employees. “That’s not our decision,” Andrews said. “If you are going to have one, then I think you need the other too,” Commissioner Kermit Rush said. By consensus, commissioners decided not to offer an annual payroll deduction for the membership. County employees will decide for themselves if they want to pay the $50 annual membership fee for either the Life Team or

Eagle Med air ambulance service. • Rob Fillion, executive director of the Smoky Hill Development Corporation, asked for time to meet with commissioners next Monday to discuss the potential transfer of land. • Roger Masse, chief executive officer of the Ellsworth County Medical Center, said physician recruitment remains uncertain, adding he is not sure the candidate under consideration will choose ECMC or not. “I think we have a lot to offer,” Masse said. The next meeting of the Ellsworth County commissioners will be at 9 a.m. Monday, April 29, in the county courthouse.

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—Nicole Moyer At ju just 33 years old, Nicole Moyer was diagnosed with breast cancer. She fought fou and beat her disease at the Tammy Walker Cancer Center—the comprehensive compre cancer treatment center for north central Kansas. had my first chemo within two weeks of being diagnosed. It’s a hard “I ha thing to go through, but the nurses at Tammy Walker were right there to help me every ever step of the way. I had my own patient navigator to answer questions and that tha made a big difference. Early detection is very important. I believe it helped save my life. “Tam Walker and Salina Regional were both very good. I wouldn’t “Tammy change anything about my treatment. Each day is a gift. It’s just great to be alive. I’m cancer free.”

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compensation. Consider this extreme example, a minimum wage worker takes earns $7.25 an hour. According to Forbes, the nation’s mostly highly compensated CEO for 2012, John Hammergren of McKesson Corp., received $14,954 for every hour of every day of the year. Just for fun let’s assume he is a hardworking CEO and works 100 hours a week, 52 weeks a year. In that case his compensation comes to more than $25,000 per working hour, well over 1,000 times more than the average private employee on a nonfarm payroll receiving less than $24 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. ••• In his telephone town hall of April 17, Congressman Huelskamp, a monitor of responsible spending, had nothing but praise for President Obama’s decision to include a proposal in his budget to spend $714 million dollars to build a “National Bio and AgroDefense Facility (NBAF) to study large animal zoonotic diseases and develop countermeasures to protect our citizens and agricultural economy from future threats”. The facility is to be built in Manhattan, Kan. It will be interesting to see if the proposal wins support from East Coast members of Congress, given our congressman’s vote to deny them federal aid to repair damage from Hurricane Sandy. Spending for science labs in Kansas is responsible; spending for hurricane relief not so much. ••• I like to distinguish between the overt message and the covert message. I will use Sen. Roberts’ words concerning the April 17 defeat of the gun bill in the U.S. Senate to illus-

trate the difference. “We need to enact realistic legislation,” Roberts said. “We have a unique opportunity to address the root cause of this tragic violence, but we can’t waste time with legislation that does not reduce gun violence.” Referencing the Sandy Hook murders this quotation is an example of an overt message, one intended for public consumption. I will identify the covert message in the above quotation which would be intended for the NRA. “Please note that I was among the senators that voted against the gun bill April 17. For all practical purposes the gun bill is dead, my gratuitous comments about the need to enact realistic legislation will have no force or effect. Your generous support and campaign contributions towards my upcoming reelection campaign will be much appreciated.” A second example, this time the overt and covert messages are one and the same. “Speaking is physically difficult for me. But my feelings are clear: I’m furious. I will not rest until we have righted the wrong these senators have done, and until we have changed our laws so we can look parents in the face and say: We are trying to keep your children safe. We cannot allow the status quo — desperately protected by the gun lobby so that they can make more money by spreading fear and misinformation — to go on.” The writer is former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords who was shot in the head by a deranged gunman enjoying his 2nd Amendment right to bear arms. He had the pleasure of wounding 12 others and killing six that day. Her remarks were clearly directed at Sen. Roberts

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and the other senators that voted to defeat the gun bill. ••• Kansas is now declaring federal law “null, void, and unenforceable” and attempts by federal officials to enforce federal law are subject to prosecution as a level 10 nonperson felony, according to the Second Amendment Protection Act which was signed into law by Gov. Brownback on April 16, 2013. Both Sen. Emler and Rep. Johnson voted to pass this law. Talk about reactionary government. Unbelievable! Flat Dab Unbelievable! What is next, secession from the Union, firing on Fort Riley, re-enactment of the Articles of Confederation? ••• The Boston Marathon bombers took three lives and injured more than 180 people. A massive manhunt ensued incorporating the Boston Police, Massachusetts State Police, FBI, Campus Police, Dept. of Homeland Security, Boston Transit Police, Watertown Police, New Bedford Police, numerous SWAT teams, National Guard Troops, and countless civilians. Four days and five hours later the suspected bombers were either dead or in custody, by any standard a remarkable victory for law enforcement. Consider that four months after the Newtown murders, the United States Senate cannot marshal enough votes to pass an innocuous gun check bill. Also consider that on the average day in America, an estimated 85 people are murdered and another 190 injured by gunfire, and the response is indifference. Does anyone find these contrasting tales just little bit disconcerting? Jerry Marsh is a retired political science teacher at Ellsworth High School.

Old Man Winter’s last gasp? Snow shovels appeared Tuesday morning in downtown Ellsworth after Old Man Winter made an overnight appearance, delivering freezing rain and blowing snow to much of Kansas.

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The Wilson High School Economics Team from left, Ashley Templeton, Karlie Steinle, Kristina Heinrich, Coach Debbie Gould, Grayson Fabrizius, and Kasey Davis.

Wilson Economics Team takes second at state Special to the I-R

ive Wilson High School seniors, Kasey Davis — Grayson Fabrizius, Kristina Heinrich, Karlie Steinle, and Ashley Templeton — under the direction of WHS economics teacher Debbie Gould, placed second as a team while competing at the Kansas State Economics Challenge April 10 in Wichita. To qualify for state competition, the Wilson

team had to score in the top five of all economic teams in Kansas. At state they competed in the David Riccardo Division against four other high schools, Lawrence Free State, Maize, Mission Valley and Nickerson. The Wilson team answered questions over microeconomics, macroeconomics, international and current events. They advanced to the final round and competed in a quiz-bowl type competi-

tion against Maize High School. Maize won with a score of 13-7 and will advance to the national semi-finals. The Wilson students didn’t come away empty-handed though. Each student received $50, a t-shirt, and assorted prizes. This was Wilson’s second appearance at state competition in economics. In 2011, the team of Josh Dlabal, Kayla Habiger, and Lee Schmidt qualified for the competition as well.

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fund government operations included language prohibiting the postal service from implementing a new national delivery schedule for mail and packages. The schedule, which would have taken effect the week of Aug. 5, consists of package delivery Monday through Saturday and mail delivery Monday through Friday. Sperry forwarded the following statement from the U.S. Postal Service board of governors regarding the legislation.

“Although disappointed with this congressional action, the board will follow the law and has directed the postal service to delay implementation of its new delivery schedule until legislation is passed that provides the postal service with the authority to implement a financially appropriate and responsible delivery schedule.” The board continues to support the transition to a new national delivery schedule. “Such a transition will generate approximately $2 billion in annual cost savings and is a necessary

part of a larger five-year business plan to restore the postal service to longterm financial stability,” the statement said. “Given the worsening financial condition of the postal service, the board has directed management to seek a reopening of negotiations with the postal unions and consultations with management associations to lower total workforce costs, and to take administrative actions necessary to reduce costs. The board has also asked management to evaluate further options to increase revenue.”

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Attention: All VFW, American Legion and Ladies Auxiliary, Military Veterans and Ellsworth County Fire Department members You are invited to help us honor the firemen who battled the fire at our old post on May 4, 2012. There will be a hamburger fry at the old post location on North Main

Saturday, May 4 from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. In case of inclement weather we will move to our new post at 1006 W. 12th

All proceeds go to Ellsworth County Ministerial Alliance Benevolence Fund to assist those in need.

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At left, Wilson Dragon runner Kevin Johnston takes the baton from Tanner Reeves in the 4X800-meter relay. Right, Taylor Rolfs races to a fourth place finish in the 100-meter hurdle event at the 54th Annual Wilson Invitational track meet April 16 in Russell.

Lady O’s take second at Wilson meet ing, but the tolerable south wind switched and began to blow from the northeast by 3 p.m. The breeze became a blustery wind by 5 p.m. and temperatures began to drop as the wind increased to gale-force. Athletes, coaches, fans and event workers struggled to keep warm and the coaches could constantly be heard reminding their teams to get back into their sweats after an event. Twelve schools competed at the meet and like the wind, the competition was stiff. Ell-Saline won the girls’ side with a total of 98 points, while Central Plains scored 85 to tie with Sacred Heart for second place.

BY Mark mccoy

Ellsworth County I-R

USSELL — Temperatures returned to normal for the 54th Annual Wilson Invitational track meet April 16 in Russell, meaning brutal, cold conditions. Last season, the meet had a surprisingly balmy 70-degree day for one of the oldest continuous track meets west of Topeka. This year, it was cold — mind-numbing, fingerfreezing cold. The day dawned with cloudy skies and a slight drizzle. The drizzle stopped early in the morn-

Wilson tied for 11th place with Solomon on the girls’ side with 10 points. Ell-Saline also won the boys’ meet with 98 points. Central Plains placed seventh with 43 team points and Wilson placed 10th with 16 team points. “It was a tough day to get good results, but a few kids still managed to get some personal bests,” said head Oilers coach Dustin Robison, “The weather hasn’t been cooperating with us this year and we still need to get some tough practices in. We are really looking forward to a warm day so we can see where See TRACK, Page B2

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Ellsworth’s Marissa Bland reads the green prior to putting April 5 at the Hoisington Invitational tournament in Hoisington.

Keener keeps placing

BY Mark mccoy Ellsworth County I-R

ELOIT — Ellsworth golfer Matthew Keener placed fourth in Friday’s Beloit Invitational golf tournament with a total of 88 strokes. Marissa Bland, the other varsity golfer on the team, tied for 19th place with a 101 scorecard. Fifty-six golfers competed in the tournament. At the larger golf tournaments, 2-man team scores are kept and the Ellsworth team placed third with a combined score of 189 strokes. Bland and Keener combined for a third place 2-man finish April 16 at the Republic County Invitational golf tournament with a total of 183 strokes. Keener placed second at the tournament with a total of 80 strokes and Bland shot a 103 for the

day. “Matthew Keener had a great week, finishing in the top five in both tournaments this week,” said EHS golf coach Kevin Haxton. “He played very well on Tuesday at Belleville to place second. His short game was phenomenal. Matthew will continue to improve because of his work ethic and his persistence to be perfect. “Marissa continues to progress as well. She struck to ball very well and is close to having a very good round. She is continuing to put the pieces together and I expect to see her score in the low 90s very soon.” Haxton described the golfing conditions at Beloit as “lousy.” “Both Matthew and Marissa battled the conditions with focus and fought hard to put together good rounds,” he said.

The junior varsity golfers played in Osborne April 16 and competed well. Callie Cunningham placed 11th by shooting a nine-hole round of 50 on a 36-par course. Zach Smith shot a 53; Haley Gutierrez shot a 60, and Joe Graves finished with a 65. The Ellsworth Bearcat golfers were the only varsity team that got to compete due to the inhospitable weather last week. Lady ‘Cat softball, Bearcat baseball, EHS tennis, and the Bearcat track teams were idled by rain, snow or wet ball diamonds. Games that had been rescheduled for Monday and Tuesday were also canceled due to rain. The 2-man Bearcat varsity golf team will hit the links at 1 p.m. Monday, April 29, at the Hutchinson Trinity tournament in Carey Park at Hutchinson.

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Central Plains’ Dan Gunder makes a nice putt April 5 at the Hoisington Invitational tournament in Hoisington.

Oilers take fourth BY Mark mccoy Ellsworth County I-R

LLINWOOD — The Central Plains golf team placed fourth at the Ellinwood Invitational meet Friday, with a total of 363 strokes. Larned won the meet with a total of 312 strokes. Konnor Hickel continues to have a good season, placing second at the meet with a score of 75. Dan Gunder placed 22nd with a score

of 95; Brock Lawrence placed 30th with a score of 99; Kale Schlochtermeier placed 32nd with a score of 105 and Clayton Ingham had 108 strokes for 36th place out of 39 golfers. Three Oilers competed in the April 16 tournament in Larned. Sixty-three golfers played nine holes of golf due to the weather. Hickel placed third, with a score of 39. Ingham placed ninth,

with a tally of 43 strokes and Lawrence had 65 strokes and placed 55th. Central Plains hosted the Central Plains Junior Varsity golf tournament Monday in Claflin. {The Central Plains Junior Varsity golf tournament Monday in Claflin was cancelled due to weather.} The Oilers will compete at 1 p.m. Monday, May 6 in the Central Prairie League varsity and junior varsity tournaments in St. John.

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At left, Wilson’s Katie Slechta competes in the 200-meter sprint at the April 16 Wilson Invitational in Russell. Center, Central Plains’ Tanner Woolf puts the shot. At right Lady Oiler Taylor Burris competes in the 3200-meter run.

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our kids are at. Hopefully the weather will be better on Tuesday when we go to Hoisington.” On the boys’ side, Central Plains’ Kyler Schlochtermeier continues to excel in the javelin event, placing second with a throw of 130’ 9”. Joe Barton placed a close third in the 800-meter race with a time of 2:17.76. The Oilers’ 4X100-meter relay team of Cody Price, Barton, Trustin Kreft and Chris Woolf placed second with a time of 48.38 and its 4X400-meter relay team of Cody Price, Kreft, Weston Price and Barton placed second, turning in a time of 4:04.22. For the Wilson Dragons, long distance runner Creighton Reeves placed fourth in the 1600-meter run with a time of 10:50.1. The surprise of the meet for Wilson was the running prowess of senior Kevin Johnston in the 4X800-meter relay. Wilson was lagging in fourth place when Johnston got the baton. He attacked the track and managed to get the Dragons into a competitive second place, prior to the final leg of the event. The team of Creighton Reeves, Tanner Reeves, Johnston and Johnathan Steinike placed third with a time of 10:50.1. It was the best performance of Johnston’s four-year career as a runner. On the girls’ side, Breanna Holmes of

Central Plains had a good day and seemed to be actually enjoying the arctic air. Holmes won the triple jump with a leap of 33’10.5” and placed third in the high jump with a leap of 4’ 6”. Maddy Demel continues to dominate the heavy throwing events, winning the shot put with a toss of 33’ 10” and the discus with throw of 89’ 9.5”. The Central Plains team of Kendra Oberle, Taylor Rolfs, Julie Demel and Reagan Phelan won the 4X100-meter relay with a time of 55.42, looking like a statebound team. Wilson’s hurdler, Antjelica Pfannenstiel had a tough day in the 100-meter event and placed fourth in the 300meter hurdles with a time of 55.61. Shania Steinike, the Wilson triple-jumper, placed fifth with a leap of 32’ 4.25”. “Without a doubt, the 54th annual Wilson Invitational showcased some of the top performers in the area Tuesday,” said Wilson head coach Tony Brokes. “Even with less than a desirable day, over 260 athletes competed Tuesday at Russell. Wilson High School appreciates the teams attending and is very proud to host one of longest-running high school meets in the state of Kansas. “Several volunteer event workers battled the weather to make the meet a success, and I would like to extend a thank you to our helpers.”

Wilson competed in the Lincoln Invitational meet Friday in Lincoln. The Dragons will compete in the Barton Community College Invitational — the meet that has replaced the former Central Plains’ Invitational meet and picnic — at 3 p.m. Friday at BCC. The Oilers competed Thursday at the Hoisington Invitational. Ellsworth’s April 18 meet in Sterling was postponed to April 22 and the Bearcats will also compete in the Hoisington meet Thursday. Results were not available at press time. The Oilers will host the BCC meet at 3 p.m. Friday at BCC. Results for the 54th Annual Wilson Invitational: (C) = Central Plains; (W) = Wilson Boys — 100-meter dash: (C) Chris Woolf, 11.83, fourth; (W) Marcus Denham, 12.07; (W) Jordyn Steinike, 13.29; (C) Weston Price, 13.53. 200-meter dash: (C) Chris Woolf, 25.18; (W) Denham, 25.51; (W) Jordyn Steinike, 28.07; (C) Anthony Smith, 30.35. 800-meter run: (W) Johnston, 2:32.69, sixth. 110-meter hurdles: (C) Smith, 26.39. 310-meter hurdles: (C) Smith, 58.55. High jump: (C) Barton, 5’ 8”, third; (C) Kammeron Haggerty, 4’ 8”. Long jump: (C) Kreft, 17’ 9”, sixth; (C) Chris Woolf, 16’ 0.5”; (W) Jordyn Steinike, 13’; (W) Tanner Reeves, 10’ 11”. Triple jump: (W) Johnathan Steinike, 32’ 9.25”. Shot: (C) Tanner

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Wolf, 39’ 11”, fifth; (W) Denham, 37’ 6”; (W) Jarod Shelton, 32’ 7”; (C) Aaron Kaiser, 32’ 4”; (C) Jacob Woodmansee, 27’ 6”. Discus: (C) Cody Price, 106’ 1”, sixth; (C) Kreft, 105’ 10.5”. Javelin: (C) Kaiser, 107’ 3”; (C) Woodmansee, 103’ 1”; (W) Shelton, 100’ 2”; (W) Alex Borell, 89’ 6”. Girls — 100-meter dash: (C) Phelan, 14.02, fourth; (C) Kendra Oberle, 15.06; (W) Katie Slechta, 16.07. 200-meter dash: (C) Rolfs, 28.94, third; (C) Adreinne Danner, 32.57; (W) Slechta, 37.54. 400meter dash: (W) Steinike, 1:16.66, sixth. 800-meter run: (C) Julie Demel, 2:56.32, fifth. 3200-meter run: (C) Taylor Burris, 16:47.23. 100-meter low hurdles: (C) Rolfs, 17.80, fourth; (W) Pfannenstiel, 17.97, fifth; (C) Faith Orth, 25.15. 300-meter hurdles: (C) Orth, 57.41; (C) Holmes, 1:00.28. 4X400-meter relay: (C) Oberle, Julee McAtee, Orth and Phelan, 4:52.55, second; (W)

Pfannenstiel, Slechta, Janell Ptacek and Steinike, 5:21.55, fifth. High jump: (C) Danner, 4’ 4.5”, fifth. Long jump: (C) Phelan, 15’ 4.75”, second; (C) Demel, 13’ 8.5”; (W), Steinike, 12’ 10.25”; (W) Ptacek, 12’ 3.5”; Slechta, 9’ 8.5”. Triple jump: (C)

Sun., April 28 - 2 p.m. Ellsworth Sports Complex Boys and girls are divided into four age divisions: 7/8, 9/10, 11/12, 13/14, and have the chance to advance through four levels of competition, including Team Championships at Major League ballparks and the National Finals at the 2013 MLBTM All-Star Game®. All participants must bring a copy of their birth certificate and have their parent or guardian fill out a registration/waiver form prior to the start of the competition. For questions concerning the competition, please contact Ron Tenbrink at 785-472-4123.

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Pfannenstiel, Steinike bring home wins BY Mark mccoy Ellsworth County I-R

INCOLN — Friday was the best weather this spring for a track meet, as the Wilson Dragon track teams competed in the Lincoln Invitational at Lincoln. Although a stiff north wind blew across the prairie, temperatures were much warmer and sunshine intermittently flooded the track and field as nine schools competed in the event. Ell-Saline won the boys’ meet with a total of 162 points. Wilson placed seventh with 16 team points. Ell-Saline tied with Lincoln in the girls’ meet with 122 team points. The Wilson girls placed sixth with 46 team points. Shania Steinike won the triple jump event with a leap of 33’ 2.75”, almost two feet farther than the second place jump. Steinike gets great height in her leaps and has exceptionally good form this season. Wilson’s hurdler, Antjelica Pfannenstiel, had an exciting run in the 100-meter hurdles. Pfannenstiel came out of the blocks well and grabbed a footstep lead by the fifth hurdle. However, she knocked over a hurdle at mid-point, but still managed to overcome that obstacle to win the race with a time of 17.73. On the boys’ side, Marcus Denham placed fourth in the long jump event with a leap of 18’ 1”. Johnathan Steinike placed fourth in the triple jump with a score of 36’ 6.5”. Steinike’s form was much improved from previous outings. “I understand that the major-

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Lady Dragon Antjelica Pfannenstiel knocks over a hurdle, but powers through to win the 100-meter hurdle event April 19 at the Lincoln Invitational in Lincoln.

ity of our team is young, and it does take some time to adjust to the next level,” said head coach Tony Brokes. “We are now at the half-way point — production, improvement, consistency should be taking place. “It’s simple. I expected a better performance on Friday than we turned in. This team will need to accept the upcoming challenges and start producing results.”

The Dragons will compete in the Barton County Community College Invitational meet — hosted by Central Plains High School — at 3 p.m. Friday at BCCC in Great Bend. Results of the Lincoln Invitational: Girls — 100-meter dash: Katie Slechta, 15.78. 200-meter dash: Slechta, 34.30. 400-meter dash: Steinike, 1:12.19, second. 800-meter run: Janell Ptacek,

2:55.16, sixth. 300-meter hurdles: Pfannenstiel, 54.47, second. 4X400-meter relay: Pfannenstiel, Slechta, Ptacek and Steinike, 5:10.76, fourth. Long jump: Steinike, 14’ 1”, fourth; Ptacek, 12’ 7”; Slechta, 11’ 4”. Shot: Ptacek, 24’ 10.75”. Boys — 100-meter dash: Denham, 12.74. 200-meter dash: Denham, 25.38; Jordyn Steinike, 25.45. 800-meter run: Kevin Johnston, 2:53.98.

1600-meter run: Creighton Reeves, 5:26.04, fifth; Tanner Reeves, 5:51.17. 4X800-meter relay: Creighton Reeves, Tanner Reeves, Johnston, Johnathan Steinike, 10:32.68, fourth. Long jump: Jordyn Steinike, 15’ 7”; Tanner Reeves, 13’ 4”; Johnston, 13’ 4”. Shot: Jarod Shelton, 33’ 2”. Discus: Alex Borell, 84’; Shelton, 78’ 8.5” Javelin: Borell, 100’ 4”.

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At left, Jordyn Steinike competes in the long jump April 19 at the Lincoln Invitational. Center, Jarod Shelton puts the shot. At right, Alex Borell competes in the javelin event.

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United Methodist Lori Persigehl, pastor 114 W. Anderson Church: (785) 225-6875 Sunday school: 9:30 a.m. Sunday service: 10:30 a.m. St. Joseph’s Catholic Msgr. James E. Hake West Third Sunday Mass: 8 a.m.

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Holy Name Catholic Fr. Robert Spencer Asst. Fr. Edmond Kline 296 Third Rd., (620) 562-3427 Mass: 8 a.m. Sunday and Wed. 6 p.m. United Methodist Gene Langhofer, pastor 213 Third (620) 562-3393 Sunday service: 9 a.m. Sunday school: 10:15 a.m. Salem United Methodist Ryan Lynch, pastor 517 Ave. E, (620) 562-3334 Sunday service: 10:45 a.m. Sunday school: 9:30 a.m.

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United Methodist Stephen Holmes, pastor Phone: (785) 472-8773 Sunday school: 8:30 a.m. Sunday service: 9:45 a.m.

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First Lutheran – ELCA Diane Wagner, AIM 417 Coleman, (785) 658-2252 Sunday service: 9 a.m. St. Joseph’s Catholic Fr. Mathew Chacko Saturday Mass: 6 p.m.

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Harvest Bible Church Tad Trapp, pastor 907 Evans, (785) 531-1969 Sunday service: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Study: 7 p.m. Assembly of God Exie Barber, pastor 108 W. Eighth, (785) 472-3232 Bible study: 9:45 a.m. Sunday service: 10:45 a.m. Sunday evening service: 6 p.m. Wednesday service: 7 p.m. Holy Apostles Episcopal Phyllis Flory, pastor 103 W. Fourth, (785) 493-2760 Sunday service: 9 a.m.

Sr. Warden, (785) 658-3571 First Presbyterian Amy Jo Hawley, interim pastor 405 N. Lincoln, (785) 472-5557 Sunday school: 9:15 a.m. Sunday service:10:30 a.m. Immanuel Lutheran LC – MS Dennis Dufon, pastor Church: (785) 472-4045 Sunday service: 9:30 a.m. SS following service TV ministry: Sun. 4 p.m. and Thurs. 7 p.m. St. Bernard’s Catholic Fr. Steve Heina 10th and Kansas (785)4723136 Sunday Mass: 10 a.m. St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran LC – MS Philip Hoppe, pastor (785) 472-3712 Sunday service: 10:00 a.m. Adult Bible class: 9:00 a.m. Sunday school: 9:00 a.m. Smoky Hill Baptist Billy Kryger, pastor 1007 Evans, (785)472-5587 Sunday school: 9:45 a.m. Sunday service: 10:45 a.m. Afternoon service: 1:30 www.smokyhillbaptistchurch.com United Methodist Theresa Forshee, pastor (785)472-3870 322 N. Douglas Sunday school: 9:30 a.m. Sunday service: 10:45 a.m. Youth group: Sunday 6 p.m. TV ministry: Sunday 10:30 & 12:45 a.m. www.ellsworthumc.com

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Geneseo United Methodist Ticia Bennett, pastor 407 8th, (620) 824-6498 Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m. UMW: 3rd. Thursday - 1:30 p.m.

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St. Paul United Church of Christ Debby Rains, pastor 301 E. Nassau, (785) 252-3410 Adult Bible study: 9:30 a.m. Sunday service: 10:30 a.m. Awsome Kids Club: Wed., 6 p.m. St. Peter Lutheran Dan Harders, pastor 209 S. County Rd. Church: (785) 252-3275 Sunday Service: 9:00 a.m. Bible Study: 10:00 a.m. St. Mary’s Catholic Fr. Mathew Chacko

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United Methodist Stephen Holmes, pastor 103 S. Missouri Church: (785) 472-8773 Sunday school: 10 a.m. Sunday worship: 11 a.m. St. Ignatius Catholic Fr. Steve Heina 127 N. Missouri Rectory: (785) 472-4874 Saturday Mass: 5:30 p.m.

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First Baptist Church 320 W. Wichita (785) 472-5334 Sunday school: 9:45 a.m. Sunday service: 10:45 a.m. Sun. evening service: 7 p.m. Wednesday: AWANA, preschool to Jr. High, 6:30 p.m.

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Excelsior Lutheran – ELCA Pastor Ron MacLennan and Marcia MacLennan Contact Minister - Diane Wagner (785) 658-2252 Nine miles NE of Wilson off I-70 Sunday service: 8:30 a.m. First Baptist Joe DiVietro, pastor Brett Denham, asst. pastor Old Highway 40, (785) 658-2499 Sunday school: 9:30 a.m. Sunday services: 10:30 a.m. Sunday evening services: 6:00 p.m. AWANA (Children’s Bible study): — Wednesday, 7 p.m. Youth group (6-12 grades): — Sunday 6 p.m. First Presbyterian & United Methodist Becki Stredney, pastor 319 24th St. or 2424 Ave. F Church: (785) 658-2191 Worship and SS alternating monthly between churches Joint SS: 9:30-11:00 a.m. Joint Sunday service: 10 a.m. Immanuel Lutheran – ELCA Jim Wagner, pastor 2819 Ave. F Church: (785) 658-2252 Sunday service: 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:15 a.m. St. Wenceslaus Catholic Fr. Mathew Chacko 2807 Ave. D (785) 658-3361 Sunday Mass: 10 a.m.

Is the story believable?

he story of Jesus’ resurrection is told in all four Gospels and mentioned specifically in St. Paul’s First letter to the Corinthians. Five times it is told and each time it is a little different. Some have said that this is a sign that it is not true, that it was made up by the disciples. For instance, why is it that St. Mark says there was a single young man at the tomb while St. Matthew says that there was an angel? St. Luke says that there were two men dressed in dazzling clothes and St. John doesn’t mention either men or angels, but Jesus himself appears to Mary. These are real differences in the story. But do they undermine its truthfulness? Probably not. If the stories were exactly alike in all details that would more likely be a sign of collusion. I am told that when police officers hear a story of an accident or a crime told exactly the same way by multiple witnesses they become suspicious that there may be some sort of collusion among the witnesses. But if their stories are essentially the same, with only minor differences, they are more believable. So it is with the Gospels. The Gospels as we have them were written anywhere from 35 to 60 years after the events they describe. Is it any wonder that there would be minor differences in the memories of the witnesses? There was no collusion. No one got together to make up a story. It was the Gospel writers who sought out various remembrances of the events, and the witnesses remembered them somewhat differently. Is that so odd? Would you remember a story from 40 years ago exactly the same as your brother or sister or best friend? Just recently someone told me about a break-in at her home more than 40 years ago. At the time the police interviewed her husband, her daughter and herself separately. As it turned out their stories were essentially the same, but there were minor differences. I asked her, “Do you

(Luke 21:28) Lift up your heads and see; your redemption is near at hand. Your ways, O LORD, make known to me; teach me your paths, Guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my savior. Good and upright is the LORD; thus he shows sinners the way.

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Pastor’s Podium think you would remember the events exactly the same today?” She just shook her head. Obviously their stories of an event they had all personally witnessed might differ significantly today, without changing the essential truth of what happened. So it is with the Gospels. What is most important is that everyone in the early church was convinced that Jesus had been raised from the dead. They believed the stories of the first witnesses and passed them on for many years before they were finally written down. But everyone in the church believed they were true. So can you. The stories are not exactly the same, but they are essentially the same. Jesus lives! He has been raised from the dead. He is still among us, announcing his love and forgiveness. His promises are sealed with his own precious blood. When we tell and retell the stories today, we may not get all the details exactly right, but that is okay. The truth remains: Jesus Christ is risen. Risen indeed! You can believe the story.

Pastor’s Podium The Pastor’s Podium column is offered each week by a different pastor or lay person representing an Ellsworth County church. This week’s columnist is Jim Wagner, pastor of the Immanuel Lutheran Church, Wilson.

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takes,” he said. “I’m asking you to find it in your heart to give me a second chance to keep living with my family and friends.” It was no mistake However, prosecutor Christina Trocheck, an assistant county attorney, said Chambers had repeatedly engaged in conversations that he thought were with a 13-year-old girl over a nine-month period. She said in the state’s view it didn’t matter whom he was talking to — it mattered whom he thought he was talking to. “I question the defendant’s characterization of his actions as a mistake,” she said. She said within the first five minutes of his contact with the male police investigator posing as 13-yearold “Sara,” Chambers was asking if she was a virgin. Within 26 minutes, he was asking if she would “mess around” with him. Wanted to have sex

“His intent was very, very clear, your honor,” Trocheck said. “His intent was to have sex with a child if he knew he wouldn’t get in trouble for it.” Trocheck said the investigator repeatedly reminded Chambers “she” was 13 or 14, but he was not deterred. Persistent, graphic Johnson characterized the content of Chambers’ chats with “Sara” as “persistent and very graphic.” He said Chambers seemed to be tutoring and coaxing someone he believed to be a minor to engage in sexual activity. He said reports indicate Chambers has been guarded in his discussions of the crimes with his therapist and a psychologist, and it has not given him “sufficient insight” into the causes of his actions. This story was reprinted with the permission of the Salina Journal.

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NON-INJURY ACCIDENTS — At 6:52 a.m. April 15, Penny Lesley, 54, Lakewood, Colo., was driving north on K-14 Highway in a 2007 Subaru. At milepost 151.7 she hit a deer. No injuries were reported. Damage was over $1,000. At 8:37 p.m. April 15, Kyle Larsen, 26, Hope, was driving north on K-156 Highway in a 1999 Chevrolet. Approximately one-tenth of a mile of Avenue H, he hit a deer.

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BURGLARY — Between April 10 and April 11, Kaytlan A. Tanner was the victim of a burglary at 1119 W. 11th Street, Ellsworth. Taken was a black Georgio Armani men’s bill fold, a Kansas drivers license, a social security card, and nine pictures. Total loss was $71. CRIMINAL DAMAGE TO PROPERTY — Between April 12 and April 13, Kendra L. Quon of Ellsworth was the victim of criminal damage to property at 515 N. Douglas Avenue in Ellsworth. Someone scratched the tailgate of a 1994 GMC pickup. Total loss was $250.

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Melissa Bratcher, 35, of 809 N. Grand Avenue in Ellsworth, remains in custody in the Ellsworth County Jail on a $250,000 bond after being charged by Ellsworth County attorney Joe Shepack with one count of felony possession of marijuana with intent to distribute. Bratcher was arrested on a traffic-related charge April 15 after being stopped by an Ellsworth County Sheriff deputy on K-140 Highway. Ellsworth County Sheriff Tracy Ploutz said at the time of the traffic stop, the deputy had a reason to get a search warrant for her residence, but Ploutz refused to elaborate. During the search, 499 grams of what Ploutz described as “green, leafy vegetation” were found. The vegetation was sent to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation for identification. Members of the Ellsworth Police Department and Kansas Highway Patrol assisted in the search. Bratcher had her first appearance before Ellsworth County District Magistrate Judge Verle Wiley April 18. A preliminary hearing was set for 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 30.

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6 Bdrm, 2 bath w/updated kitchen, bsmt, and 2 car garage. $110,000

Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2 bath, updated throughout including mechanicals, three car garage. $135,000.

438 Mohlman, Lorraine

1675 25th Rd., Geneseo

3 Bdrm, 2 bath, CH/A with att. garage, det. garage & additional storage. $49,900

Large 4 bedroom farmhouse sits on three acres with established shelterbelt and some outbuildings. Only $96,000

504 W. Santa Fe, Holyrood

Commercial Property Frmr Holm Motor Building

2 Bdrm, 2 bath home w/open floor plan, part. finished bsmt., att. garage and large yard. Shown exclusively by Ideal Real Estate. Only $45,000

511 Missouri, Ellsworth

4 bedroom, two bath with walkout basement. Hardwood floors and new windows. Attached one car garage and large yard. $87,500

103 E 4th, Ellsworth

Retail/Service/Storage property $99,500 Call to View today.

304 N. Main, Sylvan Grove

3 Bdrm, 1 Bath, beautiful original woodwork and hardwood floors. Only $49,900

605 27th, Wilson

3 Bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, w/original woodwork, library w/fireplace, butlerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pantry, & full bsmt. $62,300

428 S. Iowa, Kanopolis 2,385 Sq. ft., 5 bedrooms, 2 baths, hardwood floors throughout, 3B, 2B mobile home with heated/ fireplace, patio, corner lot, close to plumbed oversized two car garage downtown and schools, $95,000. on large lot. Only $45,000

Contact Joni at: 472-4436 or 531-0929 www.idealkansas.com

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Services

Palacky Cemetery Assocation Meeting. 7:30 p.m., Sunday, May 5, 2013, Holyrood Fire Station. 36-2c

Free kittens to good homes. (785) 658-3391. 36-1c

Will do mowing in the Holyrood area. Contact Connie (785) 346-6488 or (785) 252-3419. 35-1c

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Submersible Pumps & Service. Mikeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pump and Windmill Service. (785) 472-4919. 14-tfc-c

Wanted

Pasture clearing, licensed and insured, eight years experience. Call Gordon Krueger. (785) 526-7729 or (785) 658-5746. 40-tfc

Wanted to buy coin and currency collections, gold and silver jewelry, any shape, pocket watches, guns and war memorabilia. Call Steve (785)472-1340. 12-tfc-c

Melvinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sewing Machine Sales and Service, 33 years experience. Service any make. Leave requests at Robsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. (785) 472-3931. 14-tfc-c

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LISTINGS

403 30th Street â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Wilson Close to School. Asking $ 50,000 The Snack Shack â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Wilson Turn Key Business Asking $100,000 420 24th Street â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Wilson Investment Property 17 One Bedroom Apartments PRICE REDUCED! For More Information & Photos Go to our web page Victorbros.com

Victor Bros. Auction & Realty, Inc. P.O. Box 5, Wilson, KS 67490 Frank Princ - Broker - 785-658-7003 Shelly Whitmer - Salesperson - 785-658-5525 Vicky Kaiser - Salesperson - 620-587-2326 www.victorbros.com

Garage Sale Yard sale: Three person sale, lots of miscellaneous, dressers, clothes, scrubs. Saturday, April 27 starting at 8 a.m. 325 Court Ave., Ellsworth, Ks. 36-1p Inside sale. 8 a.m.-? Saturday, April 27 and 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, April 28. Furniture, dishes, cookware, fabric, sewing and quilting miscellaneous, macrame supplies, ceramic bisq., seashells, band saw, 1991 Dodge Road Trek camper van. 308 N. Kansas. 36-1p

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Call the I-R today at (785) 472-5085 or stop by 304 N. Douglas to place your garage sale ad and enjoy a successful sale!

Tickets:2 & U nder Free;A du lts $5; C hildren 3-12/Seniors $4.00; Add $1.00 per ticketfor 3D M ovies

PG-13 One Weekend Only!

Appreciation

Fri & Sat 7 pm ;Su n 3pm

One Showing Each Night

D in 3 April 26, 27, 28 7 Fri. & Sat., 5 Sun.

116 S. Main - Lucas KS - 785-525-7747 www.LucasTheater.org

â&#x20AC;˘ One Bedroom Units â&#x20AC;˘ Appliances Furnished â&#x20AC;˘ On-Site Laundry â&#x20AC;˘ Rent Based On Income â&#x20AC;˘ Partial Utilities Paid â&#x20AC;˘ Maintenance Provided

785-472-3765 Twila, Manager TDD Users Call 800-766-3777

We are currently full, waiting list available

For Sale

featuring artwork of

Adults - $ 5 (3D - $ 6)

Ellsworth, KS

Multi-family garage sale. 2:30-7 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday. Lots of good stuff for cheap. Household and kids items, clothes, antiques, tools, too much to mention. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss this one. 311 W. 8th, Ellsworth. 36-1p

N ow Show ing:A pril26-28

Lucas Area Community Theater

Kirkendall Heights

Ellsworth Area Arts Council Gallery of Art Artist Reception for

122 E .L incoln A ve,L incoln,K s ~ 785-524-4350 ~ w w w.finchtheatre.com

Ages 4 - 12 -$ 4 (3D- $ 5)

Two storage units available 5x10. Call Ryan at (785) 531-0786. 33-4c

Join Us

May 2, 2013 - 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. - 223 N. Douglas Ave. On view weekdays April 15 - May 30, 2013 12:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Try One Of Our Great Popcorn And Soda Combos

Two bedroom house for rent. Call Ryan at (785) 5310786. 33-4c

Please

Enjoy (one of a kind) original paintings and ceramics

PG -13 (1 hr 50 m in)

Three, two and one bedroom apartments for rent at Bender Apartments. Please call (785) 476-5471 for applications. 49-tfc

Thank you to everyone for all the cards, phone calls, and any other help at the time of Wilborn (Bill) Dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sudden death. Thank you again for everything and God bless. Mary Jane Day and family

We wish to thank the staffs of the Ellsworth Good Samaritan Center and the Ellsworth Medical Center for their care of our loved one these past months. We would also like to thank the general community, your outpouring of love and generosity was overwhelming and will never be forgotten. The Frank Vondra Family

For sale â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 1992 Skyline 29 ft. bumper-pull camper at Ellsworth. Call (620) 6293891. 35-2p

Sale â&#x20AC;&#x201D; New shipment of glider recliners, light brown, chocolate, sage $199. Phoenix Furniture and Appliance, 220 N. Douglas. (785) 472-2682. 36-1p Sale â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Country cabinets, hand crafted, one of a kind. Great for display or storage. Ellsworth Village Mall, 210 N. Douglas. (785) 472-4659. 36-1p

Sale â&#x20AC;&#x201D; You want it â&#x20AC;&#x201D; weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll make it work. We offer free layaway, expert lease, Brand Source credit 0% interest up to 18 months. Phoenix Furniture and Appliance, 220 N. Douglas. (785) 472-2682. 36-1p

Ellsworth County Independent-Reporter â&#x20AC;˘ Thursday, April 25, 2013

Classifieds

Help Wanted Seasonal laborer to mow Ellsworth city cemeteries. Must be at least 16 years of age. Application deadline May 6. Applications can be picked up at Ellsworth City Hall. 36-2c Ellsworth Recreation is looking for an assistant pool manager. For more information, contact Ron at 5311812. 36-1c D&S Convenience Stop, 275 Highway 14, Ellsworth, Ks., needs a full or part-time cashier. Must work evenings and weekends. Stop by or call (785) 472-5106. 35-4c Ellsworth County Road and Bridge department is looking for responsible people to fill several fulltime positions â&#x20AC;&#x201D; truck drivers and equipment operators. Positions will be open until filled. Benefits include BC/BS insurance, vacation and sick leave. Starting pay based on experience. Must possess a valid Kansas drivers license, CDL Class A. Applicant must pass a physical, a drug test and a drivers license check before being hired. Applications and job descriptions may be obtained from Ellsworth County Road and Bridge Department, 408 W. 15th, Ellsworth, KS 67439, (785) 472-4182. EOE 35-4c Opening at our Long Term Care Unit Activity Assistant Part-Time To learn more apply online at www.good-sam.com or Call Jessica Mitchell, Director of HR at 785-472-3167

Moly Mfg., Inc, assembly positions available for MondayFriday, 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. hours. EOE. Apply online at www.molyjobs.com 36-2c Housekeeper wanted for a few hours every other week. Call (785) 472-7339. 36-4nc

Livestock

Ellsworth County EMS is seeking a highly motivated Paramedic, AEMT or EMT to fill a full-time position. Residency requirements are not required at this time, but highly recommend that you live within county limits. If you are interested in a position with our EMS service, please contact Rod Rees, Director, or Gaye Woods, Asst. Director, at 785-472-3454 or 1107 Evans, Ellsworth, KS 67439. Applications accepted until position filled.

Bulls - 90-107 High Cows - 70-82 Low Cows - 60-69

Hfrs

Strs

300 - 400.................180 - 204.00

300 - 400.................140 - 166.00

400 - 500.................161 - 183.00

400 - 500.................140 - 156.00

500 - 600.................145 - 174.00

500 - 600.................130 - 151.00

600 - 700.................130 - 149.00

600 - 700.................127 - 138.00

Immediate Opening RN/LPN Full-Time/Part-Time 10pm-6am and Some 2pm-10pm To learn more or apply online at www.good-sam.com or call Jessica Mitchell, Director of HR at 785-472-3167

The Ellsworth County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office is accepting applications for a full time Communications Dispatch Position. This position is open until filled. Please pickup applications or send a resume to 212 North Kansas Avenue Ellsworth, Kansas 67439. Applications can also be requested at tracy.ploutz@leo.gov. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applicants need to have a high school diploma or the equivalent, be at least 18 years of age, have no prior felony or disqualifying convictions. E.O.E.

Next Week 700 Calves 500 Cows Regular Sales Every Monday To Consign Cattle Contact

Toby Meyer - 785-658-5772 â&#x20AC;˘ Brad Zorn - 785-658-7124 â&#x20AC;˘ Ryan Obermueller - 785-658-5858 â&#x20AC;˘ John Perry - 785-488-8061 Cody Murray - 785-738-8055 Sale Barn - 785-526-7123

Russell Livestock, LLC 720 South Fossil â&#x20AC;˘ Russell, KS Market Report for 4/18/13 - 317 hd sold

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Swine Farm Position

If you need a full time job with health insurance and retirement benefits, we are seeking motivated, reliable people to join our team! Kansas Swine Alliance has environmentally controlled facilities to produce high quality, high health pigs. Our farm located near Geneseo/Little River has openings with steady, daytime hours. Job opportunities are available with or without previous livestock experience, but you must speak English. For an opportunity to join our Kansas Swine Alliance team, call 785/263-2301.

Opening Lawn Care Summer/PRN Position To learn more or apply online at www.good-sam.com or call Jessica Mitchell, Director of HR at 785-472-3167

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Heifers

6 blk

Ellinwood - 371 lbs. $189.00

7 mx

Bunker Hill - 340 lbs. $157.50

5 mx

Ellinwood - 394 lbs. $183.00

3 blk

Ellinwood - 361 lbs. $156.00

2 blk

Hays - 477 lbs.

12 mx

Bunker Hill - 449 lbs. $149.50

16 mx

Bunker Hill - 482 lbs. $169.50

9 mx

Russell - 478 lbs.

8 mx

Russell - 506 lbs.

$167.00

13 mx

Ellinwood - 485 lbs. $146.50

11 blk

Hays - 544 lbs.

$169.50

6 blk

Hays - 535 lbs.

$171.00

Top Cows

$148.50

$139.50

Top Bulls

Russell - 1450 - 73.75 Wilson - 1436 - 72.25

No Test

Early consignments for next weeks auction include several new crop fall calves and approximately 300 pairs and bred cows, with 60 5 yr old pairs off 1 ranch. For more info or to consign cattle

Greg Carey - 785-483-1455 Barn - 785-483-2961 Field Rep

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J.L. Kasper 785-658-7232

FARMERS & RANCHERS LIVESTOCK COMMISSION CO. Salina, KS

Receipts for the week totaled 7288 cattle and 120 hogs. Butcher Hog top on Monday was $50.00.

STEERS

300-400 400-500 500-600 600-700 700-800 800-900 900-1000

$180-192.00 $170-178.00 $170-178.50 $140-152.00 $123-131.35 $120-128.85 $113-122.85

HEIFERS

300-400 400-500 500-600 600-700 700-800 800-900 900-1000

$160-170.00 $146-159.00 $148-159.50 $130-140.00 $118-126.00

Early Consignments for April 25th: 130 blk s&h 550-800, 60 s&h 500-750, 68 s&h 450-550, 28 s&h 500-750, 60 blk s&h 400-600, 85 s&h 475-575, 20 strs 600-700, 20 s&h 500-600, 45 hfrs 575-775, 18 s&h 450-550, 15 blk s&h 550-600, 70 blk s&h 550, 70 blk/bwf s&h 650-800, 120 blk s&h 400-600, 8 strs 800, 26 s&h 550, 40 s&h 300-400, 90 hfrs 700-750, 58 blk s&h 400-600, 12 s&h 450-650, 120 red angus s&h 600-800, 12 bwf s&h 500, 20 hfrs 800, 59 strs 800, 50 s&h 475-625, 35 s&h 475-625, 35 blk s&h 450-675, 92 blk/bwf s&h 400-700 plus more by sale time.

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What a weather pattern we are in. Rain, sleet, hail, snow, all in the same day. We must remain thankful we had no tornadoes, no one got hurt and above all we received some moisture. With that said, spring is here and green grass can now be seen. If you are in need of a few more outstanding young pairs donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss next weeks sale. Feature consignment will be 60 blk 5 yr old pairs with outstanding blk and bwf calves by side coming from Driscoll Cattle Co.

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STEAKS FOR TROOPS

ONCE AGAIN THE ROSEBROOK FAMILY HAS DONATED A HEIFER TO BENEFIT STEAKS FOR TROOPS. WE WILL BE SELLING THE HEIFER ON APRIL 25TH. ALL CONTRIBUTIONS WILL GO TO BUY A STEAK DINNER FOR OUR DEPLOYING AND RETURNING SOLDIERS AND THEIR FAMILIES. Early Consignments for May 7th Cow Sale: Bulls: 2 yrl angus bulls semen checked, 30 fall and spring yearling bulls semen and trich tested, 8 long yearling blk angus bulls semen checked, 3 angus bulls AI sired semen checked, 5 2 yr old angus bulls semen checked, 5 registered angus bulls 15 mo old semen checked, 8 yearling angus bulls AI sired semen checked, 8 red angus bulls 18 mo to 2 yrs semen checked virgin bulls Hfr pairs: 10 blk hfr pairs, 22 blk/bwf hfr pairs, 6 blk hfr pairs, 20 blk/bwf hfr pairs, 200 blk hfr pairs, 120 blk/bwf/red angus hfr pairs So. Dakota origin/AI sired angus calves/all worked for grass, 80 home raised angus hfr pairs AI sired calves worked for grass Cows/Cow pairs: 180 blk cows 3 to broken bred to top 5% profit bulls from Leachmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s turned out Dec 1st thru Jan 29th true set of gentle home raised fall cows, 40 angus cows 6-7 yrs fall bred home raised bull in bred to Fink Angus bulls, 60 older pairs, 60 registered angus 4 yr old pairs with big calves, 100 blk bred/pairs, 70 running age angus pairs angus calves worked, 15 running age blk pairs angus calves worked, 15 mostly blk pairs 3-7 yrs blk/char calves worked, 12 blk cows 5-6 yrs some will be pairs, 3 blk fall bred cows bred red angus, 50 blk pairs 7-9 yrs angus calves high producing set of cows, 100 mostly blk cows 5-7 yrs bred Hereford start Sept 15th, 12 young blk/red pairs, 50 running age pairs, 8 blk simm pairs 3-5 yrs, 12 older pairs, 170 blk pairs 3-8 yrs Green Garden angus sired calves, 4 char fall bred cows 4 to older bred char, 14 angus bred/pairs running age, 20 blk pairs mostly 5-6 yrs, 5 blk fall pairs bred back, 25 2nd calf blk/bwf pairs, 5 blk cows 6-7 yrs heavy springers, 10 blk 5-6 yr old pairs, 40 cows fall bred and pairs, 15 blk pairs 8-9 yrs, 40 blk cow 4 to solid mouth some with calves, 20 heavy bred cows, 5 older wf pairs, 120 blk/red angus cows 4-7 yrs No. Origin bred angus, balancer, or red angus start Sept 1 for 80 days plus more by sale time.

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Ellsworth County Independent-Reporter • Thursday, April 25, 2013

Public Notices Brian K. Lirley Estate

Stray Cow

(First Published in the Ellsworth County Independent/ Reporter, April 18, 2013)

City of Wilson — Release of Funds (First Published in the Ellsworth County Independent/ Reporter, April 25, 2013)

(First Published in the Ellsworth County Independent/ Reporter, April 25, 2013)

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF ELLSWORTH COUNTY, KANSAS

NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS

PUBLIC NOTICE

In the Matter of the Estate of Case No. 13-PR-12 Brian K. Lirley, a/k/a Brian Kent Lirley, Deceased NOTICE OF HEARING THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that on April 9, 2013, a Petition was filed in this Court by Charles Lirley, an heir of Brian K. Lirley, a/k/a Brian Kent Lirley, deceased, praying for Informal Administration. You are required to file your written defenses thereto on or before May 8, 2013, at 10:00 o'clock a.m. in this Court, in the City of Ellsworth, in Ellsworth County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the Petition. Charles Lirley Petitioner SHERMAN, HOFFMAN & HIPP, LC 126 N. Douglas, P O Box 83 Ellsworth, KS 67439-0083 (785) 472-3186 3t 5/2

Kenneth Elroy Ketelsen Estate (First Published in the Ellsworth County Independent/ Reporter, April 11, 2013) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF ELLSWORTH KANSAS In the Matter of the Estate of Case No. 13-PR-11 Kenneth Elroy Ketelsen, aka Kenneth E. Ketelsen ________________________________ NOTICE OF HEARING THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that on April 5, 2013, a Petition was filed in this Court by Barbara A. Sullivan, surviving spouse, an heir, devisee, and legatee and named in the Last Will and Testament of Kenneth E. Ketelsen, deceased, dated December 4, 2012, praying for Informal Administration and to Admit the Will to Probate. You are required to file your written defenses thereto on or before May 7, 2013, at 9:00 o'clock a.m. in this Court, in the City of Ellsworth, in Ellsworth County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the Petition. Barbara A. Sullivan, Petitioner Patrick G. Hoffman, SC #23287 Sherman, Hoffman & Hipp, LC P. O. Box 83 Ellsworth, KS 67439 Attorneys for Petitioner 3t 4/25

Betty J. Frisbie Estate (First Published in the Ellsworth County Independent/ Reporter, April 11, 2013.)

Notice is hereby given that on April 8th, 2013 a certain stray animal was reported to me, Tracy L. Ploutz, to wit: Black White Face Steer. Unless the owner of such animal appears at my office in the City of Ellsworth in Ellsworth County, Kansas, and proves and establishes ownership of the same on or before May 2nd, 2013 such animal will be sold by me as authorized by law and particularly in accordance with K.S.A. 1970 Supp. 47-230a/ /s/Tracy L. Ploutz Sheriff, Ellsworth County Kansas 1t 4/25

In the Matter of the Estate of Case No. 12-PR-23 Betty J. Frisbie, Deceased __________________________________ NOTICE OF HEARING THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed in this Court by Tracy R. Hudson, duly appointed, qualified and acting Executor of the Estate of Betty J. Frisbie, deceased, praying Petitioner's acts be approved; account be settled and allowed; the heirs be determined; the Will be construed and the Estate be assigned to the persons entitled thereto; the Court find the allowances requested for attorneys' fees and expenses are reasonable and should be allowed; the costs be determined and ordered paid; the administration of the Estate be closed; upon the filing of receipts the Petitioner be finally discharged as the Executor of the Estate of Betty J. Frisbie, deceased, and the Petitioner be released from further liability. You are required to file your written defenses thereto on or before April 30, 2013, at 9:00 o'clock a.m. in the District Court, in Ellsworth, Ellsworth County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition. Tracy R. Hudson, Executor Sherman, Hoffman & Hipp, LC 126 North Douglas, P. O. Box 83 Ellsworth, KS 67439 Attorneys for Executor

Date of Publication: April 25, 2013 Expires: May 1, 2013 Name of Grantee: City of Wilson Address: PO Box J, Wilson, KS 67490 Grantee’s Telephone Number: 785-658-2272 On or after May 2, 2013, the City of Wilson will submit a request to the State of Kansas for the release of Federal Funds from the Community Development Block Grant program under Title 1 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended (PL 93-383) to undertake the following project: Project Number: 13-HR-005 Project Name: City of Wilson Project Type: Housing Rehabilitation and Demolition of residential structures Project Location: Target area described as “homes within the area generally bounded by Avenue F on the west and the city limits on the north, south and east” in Wilson, Ellsworth County, Kansas Estimated HUD/CDBG Funds: $389,900 Estimated Total Project Cost: $396,900

Bank of Tescott vs. Tanius and Wires (First Published in the Ellsworth County Independent/ Reporter, April 25, 2013) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF ELLSWORTH COUNTY, KANSAS THE BANK OF TESCOTT, Plaintiff, vs. Case No. 13 CV 0003 ROGER A. TANIUS and SARA E. TANIUS, husband and wife, BRYANT T. WIRES and ROSALIE WIRES, husband and wife, and BENEFICIAL MORTGAGE CO. OF KANSAS, INC., Defendants. (Proceedings Pursuant to K.S.A. Chapter 60)

The activities proposed are categorically excluded under HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 58 from National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requirements. An Environmental Review Record (ERR) that documents the environmental determinations for this project is on file at City Hall, 2407 Avenue E, Wilson, Kansas, and may be examined or copied weekdays 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Notice is hereby given that under and by virtue of an Order of Sale issued by the District Court of Ellsworth County, Kansas, in the above action wherein the parties above-named were respectively plaintiff and defendants, to me the undersigned Sheriff of Ellsworth County, I will offer for sale at public auction, and sell to the highest bidder for cash in hand on the front steps of the Courthouse in the City of Ellsworth, Ellsworth County, Kansas on the 21st day of May, 2013 at 10:00 o’clock a.m., the following described real estate, located in the County of Ellsworth, State of Kansas, to-wit: A Tract located in the Southwest Quarter of Section Twenty-One (21), Township Seventeen (17) South, Range Eight (8) West of the Sixth Principal Meridian, in Ellsworth County, Kansas, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point 641.85 Feet North of Southwest Corner of said Quarter Section and on the West Line of said Quarter Section; thence N90-00’E a distance of 300.00 Feet to a ½’ rebar; thence N00-00’E a distance of 435.65 Feet to a ½’ rebar; thence S90-00’W a distance of 300.00 Feet to a point in the West line of said Quarter Section; thence S90-00’W along the West line of said Quarter Section, a distance of 435.65 Feet to the point of beginning. Said Tract contains 3.000 acres, more or less. All bearings are assumed. to satisfy the judgment in the above-entitled case. Said real property is levied upon as the property of defendants, Roger A. Tanius and Sara E. Tanius, husband and wife, and will be sold without appraisement and further subject to the approval of the Court. Tracy Ploutz Sheriff, Ellsworth County, Kansas Attest: eggy A. Svaty Clerk of the District Court

PUBLIC COMMENTS Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to the Wilson City Clerk. All comments received by May 1, 2013 will be considered by the City of Wilson prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds. RELEASE OF FUNDS The City of Wilson certifies to the State of Kansas that Leland Francis in his capacity as Mayor consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and that these responsibilities have been satisfied. The State of Kansas’s approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities and allows the City of Wilson to use HUD/CDBG program funds. OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS The State of Kansas will accept objections to its release of funds and the grantee’s certification for a period of fifteen days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on one of the following bases: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer of the grantee; (b) the grantee has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 58; (c) the grant recipient or other participants in the development process have committed funds, incurred costs or undertaken activities not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before approval of a release of funds by the State of Kansas; or (d) another Federal agency acting pursuant of 40 CFR Part 1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58, Sec. 58.76) and shall be addressed to the Kansas Department of Commerce, CDBG Program, 1000 S.W. Jackson Street, Suite 100, Topeka, KS 66612. Potential objectors should contact Commerce to verify the actual last day of the objection period. Leland Francis, Mayor (Name and Title of Certifying Officer)

KENNEDY BERKLEY YARNEVICH & WILLIAMSON, CHARTERED 119 W. Iron, 7th Floor P.O. Box 2567 Salina, Kansas 67402-2567 lcochran@kenberk.com (785) 825-4674 [Phone] (785) 825-5936 [Fax] ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF

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Friday, April 26th Registration 1:00 Memorial Hall 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. - Grand Opening, Memorial Hall - Vicky Town - “Once There Was, Once There Was Not”, Bill Harley - “Down in the Backpack” 3:00 - 3:45 p.m. - Downs Depot: Marla Matkin - “Libbie’s Story” Memorial Hall: Beth Horner - “Tales of Raucous Humor & Tender Courage” 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. - Memorial Hall: Bill Harley - “The Power of Story”*** workshop 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. - Supper with the Storytellers - Senior Center (additional admission) 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. - Memorial Hall - Tall Tale Contest - Cheer on your favorie as these contestants vie for the shovel: Allen DeBey; Gary Kuntz, Kennth Lee; Jo McCafferty

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8:20 - 9:00 p.m. - Memorial Hall - Olio of Stories and Songs - Featured storytellers bring us their best 9:15 - 10:15 p.m. - Downs Depot: Vicky Town - “Only For the Fearless” Cabaret of Stories - Scary, Spooky Stories (not for the very young)

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Registration 8:00 a.m. Memorial Hall 8:00 - 9:30 a.m. - Breakfast with the Storytellers - United Methodist Church (additional admission) 10:00 - 10:45 a.m. - Memorial Hall: Bill Harley - “Growing Up Is A Full-Time Job”

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