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HOLIDAY • WINTER 2019

All the lights are shining brightly n Fall Season of Thanksgiving Building & development • Business news Faith • Organizations • School news Holiday Events • De Soto City Pages and more inside...

Holiday Markets Pull-Out Section Center Pages 15 & 16

Enjoy your warm & comfortable New Home for the Holidays!

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Spacious Front Porches surrounded by a setting of established trees.

Relax and be refreshed.

Nearby restaurants, local meat market, City pool and parks, all nearby within walking distance.

Harper Stone Accents in front • Dining Room with Deck area

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• quartz or granite countertops • painted or stained cabinetry • gas and electric available for stove / dryer • optional fireplace • attached or detached Garage with main level or basement entry

Wendi • Well lit lower level Family Room • Egres Windows in lower level Bedrooms ª Walk out Patio

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Pyramid Napkins................................................... 4 Fall Fine Arts Show/Oktoberfest........................ 4 De Soto Food Pantry Thanksgiving................... 5 Harps Expanding Delivery & Pick up............... 5

Our Holiday Issue begins with savoring the beautiful Fall, and the special times of Thanksgiving and Christmas.

The title for this issue “All the Lights” was inspired by the song “These Christmas Lights” by Matt Redman.* During this time of year, my chandelier reflects the sun shining in the windows and there are lights glistening all over the walls.

In this issue there are lights shining all through its pages.

You’ll also find building and development news, a recap of 2019 De Soto Days, informative City news, plenty of places to celebrate the Holiday Season and more...

Commerce Park Continues Expanding............ 8

Enjoy the lights!

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Performance Glass Transformation................... 10

Rose M. Burgweger, Editor/Publisher, Discovering De Soto

Building & development Business news

CITY OF DE SOTO Pages

New Communication Director Hired................ 11 City of De Soto Social Media Accounts............. 12 Miller Park Dedication.......................................... 12 91st Street Officially Opens.................................. 13 City Hall Storm Shelter.......................................... 13 Emergency Operation Plan Adoption................ 13 Directory / De Soto Parks & Recreation............. 14

Holiday festivities & markets

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Published by RMB Prints & Design, llc Rose M. Burgweger, publisher / editor

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Giving through Cause Coffee ............................ 20-21 FAITH......................................................................... 22-23 Health & Beauty. ................................................... 24-25 USD 232 School Pages. ...................................... 26-27 Organizations & Groups /Celebrations............... 28-29 Christmas Tree Disposal /Light Safety................ 31

Meg Johnson, Administrative Assistant David Grodowitz, Advertising Assistant Blake Bradford, Contributing Graphic Designer Katherine Diaz Contributing Writer Dick Stine, Contributing Writer Helen Ash Copy Editor

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Light up your Holiday Table with mini-lights, Fall Gourds and classic-folded, cloth Napkins.

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Before we head into the holiday season, take time to savor the beatiful, bountiful fall. A nice assortment of colorful gourds and leaves, intertwined with a strand of mini-lights, makes an enchanting table decor.

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Add some elegance with folded cloth napkins.

The Classic Pyramid Napkin is not as hard as it might seem. Basic steps are shown at right, and you’ll find plenty of videos online showing napkin folding techniques.

• Start with a cloth napkin and fold in half horizontally • Fold each triangle corner into the center to form a square • Flip the napkin so folded seams are on the bottom side • Take top corner and fold in half • Grab the top, long side of napkin and pull up to form the “peak”

of the pyramid.

Note: Napkins can be folded and stacked ahead of time, ready to be placed on tables on the day of your event.

The inspiration for this feature was local resident Kristen Glover (DHS class of 2008), who is a server at a senior facility in Lenexa.

Kristen and crew get tables ready daily for lunches and dinners. There are five crates of freshly-washed napkins, ready to be folded, that amount to 1000 classic pyramids. Quite the pro, she demonstrated the steps in our photography session.

–written and photographed by Rose Burgweger

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Thanksgiving Decor by Chesney Siems

Fall Fine Arts & Crafts Show held by De Soto Arts Council

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Artists and attendees enjoyed a new inside venue at Cedar Valley Forest.

Event was held November 8-9, and looks to become an annual event.

Fall Oktoberfest at The Barn raises money for ShelterBox USA

100 guests enjoyed Oktoberfest at The Barn with delicious brats, and a great assortment of salads and sweets! It was a fun German celebration with a country twang–live local entertainment played polkas, country and rock music.

Much thanks to sponsors who funded the event.

The celebration raised $3200 for Shelter Box USA, which provides emergency shelters in disasters and crises. A global relief charity, which also provides support for the Syrian Refugee Crises.

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Joyful Blessings from all of us at Discovering De Soto – Rose, Meg, Blake, Helen, Katherine, Dick & David

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De Soto Food Pantry Thanksgiving

Help provideThanksgiving for local De Soto families.

Fill a double-grocery bag or reusable bag with:

• box of Mashed Potatoes • 1 package Stuffing • large can Sweet Potatoes • 1 jar Applesauce • 2 cans Green Beans • 1 large box Jello • 1 can French Fried Onions • 1 can of Fruit • 1 can can Cream of Mushroom Soup • 1 can or jar Turkey Gravy or base • Dessert Mix (cake, brownies etc.)

Families also receive a $15 gift card to Harps Grocery.

Please attach to outside of the bag or give to volunteers.

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Food and/or Monetary Donations are accepted.

Bring donations of food / Harps gift cards / money to the De Soto Chamber Office or Cedar Creek Pharmacy by November 21.

34040 E Commerce Dr Phone: (913) 585-9876 Mon-Sun 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Holiday Hours: Thanksgiving Day 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Christmas Eve Open till 6 p.m.

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Celebrating 3 years in De Soto!

Harps Expanding Delivery & Pick up Grocery Program for the De Soto Community

In addition to Harps home delivery services, a grocery pickup option will be offered beginning December 12. Order groceries online and “Park & Pick up” groceries from designated parking areas. Pick up groceries after work, after school with a car-load of kids, or after running errands without leaving your vehicle. Download the Instacart mobile app and receive notifications from the parking lot.

Now Hiring! Apply online at https://HarpsCareers.com

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Enjoy living in Arbor Ridge, in the growing and affordable community of De Soto.

Conveniently located, away from traffic, with plenty of parks and open space.

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Commerce Park continues expanding along Commerce Drive in De Soto

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Just off the K-10 Lexington Avenue Exit is the 213-acre Corridor 10 Commerce Park. There are several manufacturers that have established themselves in this area of De Soto: Custom Foods, Engineered Air, Huhtamaki, Merck Animal Health and Rehrig Pacific Company. Our small town of De Soto can boast of these major corporations.

Development continues in Commerce Park, with Hike Properties, LLC developing the 16 acres of land along Commerce Drive that was acquired in 2014 from K-10 Inc. The far west side of the property was develped in 2016, with Harps building their first Kansas location in De Soto.

They provided the De Soto community with a much-needed quality grocery store. It was a venture of combined efforts by many, through a process of several years.

K-Ten Place brought 122 affordable apartments with many ammenities, beginning in the summer of 2018. With a solid tenant base, it has filled a huge need for housing. Phase II, zoned for multi-family, will bring an additional 56 units for K-Ten Place and is expected to begin Spring of 2020.

Sidewalks will also be constructed to provide easy walking access to and from Harps and other area businesses.

Currently, driving along Commerce Drive there is a hefty amount of construction equipment and crews at work.

Public roads are being constructed, and sewers/water lines are being put in for the remaining lots zoned commercial/ other. TIF Bonds will reimburse some of these costs.

For more information go to HikePropertiesLLC.com

Burger King is currently under construction and is expected to open the end of December/January weather permitting.

Net Lease Realty Partners is doing the build-out for the Burger King location in De Soto. Crews are working diligently, with the building progressing as planned. (shown above).

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Performance Glass Building with rich history being Transformed to a New Outreach Church

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De Soto, KS, 1912 population 337. One might think that little happens in a town so small, especially 107 years ago. But one would be surprised to know that De Soto at that time bragged a drug store, bank, milling (flour) company, hardware and harness, two (Coker and Taylor) mercantiles, joint furniture and undertaker, doctor, dentist, notary public, real estate sales, veterinarian, and more.

The following year of 1913, a local entrepreneur by the name of B. C. Culp bought property at 2nd (now 83rd) and Wea Streets and built a very large building still standing today. Culp wanted a multi-functional building for his drug store. His store shared the floor up front with hardware and harness for Ralph Davis, and the rear was a skating rink that served also as a dance hall, and stage for plays and other programs. Eventually, it also showed movies in the back room during World War II. The huge, round-top business building at 83rd and Wea more recently was owned by Performance Glass of the Atchison family. Bob and wife Patricia co-owned the business until selling it in 2003 to yet another businessman who had a plan.

Unfortunately, that plan never materialized. The building sat vacant, deteriorating through the years, diminishing its value.

Lenexa Baptist Church has a history of reinforcing failing churches including Bonner Springs, Olathe and in Greenwood, Missouri. Each of them has rebounded remarkably.

The deteriorating downtown structure in De Soto intrigued Lenexa Baptist to plant a church instead to lift up a suffering one. The bank that repossessed the Performance Glass building set a price, and Lenexa Baptist accepted.

Performance Glass Building built by B.C. Culp 1915 Culp drug store in west side, Businesses in east side: harness shop, skating rink, dance hall and later a picture show and stage. photo courtesy Kathy Ross De Soto Historical Society

Repairs and remodeling are contracted to Olathe business Strickland Construction, well known for church building.

Repair work has begun, with repairing ceiling joists wanting to collapse from neglect and rain. Plans are still in the forming stage but the old skating rink will be the seating area with the stage likely in the southwest corner. Outer area most likely will be for entry, greeting, nursery, and bathrooms.

Discussing the De Soto project with Jim Fruth, Executive Pastor, revealed details of the outcome projections of Lenexa Baptist.

Fellowship and disciple meetings are to be encouraged with attendees. Sermons will be projected live from Lenexa Baptist most Sundays. Several applicant interviews are being conducted. Sunday School classes will be a part of the service once space limitations are resolved. Pastor Fruth emphasizes that Lenexa Baptist plans to be a service to the community.

The goal for the church is to be a blessing to others in De Soto.

The initial service is slated for Easter, 2020.

–written by Dick Stine, Contributing Writer

Demoliton and clean-up have begun at the vacant Performance Glass Building on 83rd Street in De Soto.

Crews were busy clearing out debris, making way for the remodeling to begin. photos by rmbprints.com

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Volume 3 Issue 4 Holiday 2019

City Publication IN THIS ISSUE: City of De Soto hires Communication Director..... 11 City Election Results.............................................. 11 City of De Soto Social Media Accounts................12 Miller Park Dedication...........................................12 91st Street Officially Opens...................................13 City Hall Community Storm Shelter......................13 Emergency Operations Plan Adoption.................13 Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting.....................13,15 City Directory.........................................................14 De Soto Parks & Recreation.................................14

City Information/Meetings 32905 West 84th Street PO BOX C De Soto, Kansas 66018 913-583-1182 913-583-3123 fax n CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS First and Third Thursdays at 7 pm

n CITY PLANNING COMMISSION Fourth Tuesdays at 6 pm n MUNICIPAL COURT Second and Fourth Mondays at 6 pm

City Council and Planning Commission Agendas / Minutes can be found on the City Website:

http://www.desotoks.us/AgendaCenter City of De Soto Facebook page

https://www.facebook.com/CityofDeSotoKS/

City Hall Twitter

https://twitter.com/CityofDeSotoKS

City Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/cityofdesotoks/

n Election Results

City of De Soto elected City Council Officials:

LORI MURDOCK* DANNY LANE* KEVIN RITTER* De Soto is served by a Mayor and five City Council Members.

All are elected to a 4-year term.

Fulfilling their terms: Rick Walker (Mayor), Kevin Honomichl (City Council), Rob Daniels (City Council).

For additional election information: www.jocoelection.org

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City of De Soto hires Communication Director for newly-created position In an effort to grow City communications and outreach, engage with citizens, and foster a positive image in the region, the City of De Soto hired Whitney Lange as the new Communications Director. Whitney joined the City Staff on September 3, 2019.

“My first goal is to help communicate timely and accurate information about City activities, developments, events, maintenance, and general information to the residents of De Soto–earlier and more often–and to engage with the community on their favorite platforms,” Whitney stated of the goals she’s most eager to achieve.

The City of De Soto began plans last year in 2018 to hire a dedicated communications position following the development of the 2017 Strategic Plan. One of the City’s focus areas in the plan was to increase the image of De Soto by enhancing communications with the public and marketing the City as a positively recognized name in the region.

Whitney will be spearheading the City’s goals to supercharge communications and dialogue with the community. Since her hiring, multiple social media accounts have been added (see next page 12).

Whitney will oversee public outreach, civic engagement, event planning, promotion, and information. Whitney said, “I would love to see De Soto grow as a known name in the Kansas City metro area and to really promote ourselves as a forward-thinking and proud community where both families and businesses call it home.”

Whitney brings expertise in social media for non-profit organizations, marketing research, event planning, and has her Master of Business Administration Degree. Outside of work, she is a quilter, crafter, and an avid volunteer for the Kansas City Zoo, Starlight Theatre, and the Junior League of Kansas City, Missouri.

She shared, “I grew up in a small town, so I truly value the feeling of pride and community that a smaller city provides. I’m looking forward to becoming a part of that De Soto community and using my background to help further the City in its goals!”

*Unofficial results as of 11.5.19

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CITY HALL 32905 West 84th Street 913-583-1182 fax 913-583-3123

Mission Statement

Providing adventure and lifelong opportunities for De Soto residents.

Civic pride, collaboration and inclusiveness are hallmarks of our welcoming city where responsible growth is a goal. Responsive, accountable government working in the best of public interest.

To provide more timely and engaging communications with the public, the City of De Soto has added even more social media platforms where you can connect and get your need-to-know information in all of your favorite places!

Like, follow, or subscribe, as appropriate:

City Hall Facebook - @CityofDeSotoKS Parks & Rec Facebook – De Soto Parks & Recreation City Hall Twitter - @CityofDeSotoKS Parks & Recreation Twitter – @De_SotoParksRec City Hall Instagram - cityofdesoto City Hall LinkedIn - City of De Soto City YouTube - DeSotoKS City Nextdoor - City of De Soto, Kansas City Website - https://www.DeSotoKS.us/

For the community members without social media accounts, you can now find the up-to-date Facebook feed on the website under City Announcements!

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n Miller Park Dedication

The City formally recognized the Miller Park extension project completion with a bench dedication in October.

The extension included the purchase of two pieces of property and extended the eastern boundary by approximately one acre. The project was the vision of former De Soto Mayor, Tim Maniez. The honorary bench lists the names of patrons who made the extension possible (shown above).

n City Hall Community Storm Shelter

Over the past several months, the City of De Soto has taken positive steps to transform and designate a community storm shelter within the lower-level hallway of City Hall. The City Hall building was previously used as a community shelter, but the practice was discontinued because of a lack of after-hours response availability.

The tornado that tore through Linwood in May of this year drove home the need for a community storm shelter. The De Soto Planning Commission was holding their meeting at City Hall when the sirens sounded. Commissioners and City Staff took shelter in the lower level of the building, with approximately 30 residents who arrived also seeking shelter (along with three dogs and two birds). This prompted City Staff and the Council to look at reopening the shelter to the public.

During the September 5th Council Meeting, the City’s Emergency Manager presented a plan which proposed the designation of the lower level of City Hall as a “Tornado Shelter.” Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and International Code Council (ICC) requirements were considered, and the ADA-access of the lower-level hallway was recommended as the “Best Available Refuge Area” in City Hall. This term means these hallways were deemed the most likely to offer the greatest safety for building occupants during a tornado event. The City Council approved the proposal.

The next step is creating an entry system that would easily allow for residents to gain access into City Hall, even after hours. The City’s Emergency Manager is designing a plan, in partnership with Johnson County Emergency Management, that would allow for a “handsoff” entry system. In this scenario, if there was a tornado event after business hours, community members would still be able to easily and automatically enter the shelter without waiting for a designated entity to open the doors.

Before the shelter is officially available to the public, the lower level will also need to be outfitted with signage, emergency lighting, first-aid kits, and fire extinguishers.

This public service will be available in the Spring of 2020.

n 91st Street Officially Opens

The City has completed the 91st Street extension from Lexington Avenue to Sunflower Road and formally opened October 23, 2019, with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The extension, which was a project in the City’s 2019 Capital Improvement Plan, includes a multi-use recreation path, sidewalk, bike lanes, and provides direct access to businesses, residential areas, and amenities including nearby Johnson County Lexington Park.

n Emergency Operations Plan Adoption

The City of De Soto has developed and instituted an Emergency Operations Plan for disaster recovery.

The 2017 City Strategic Plan determined the need for an Emergency Preparedness and Disaster Recovery Plan.

The purpose of an Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) is to establish a framework for the City and residents to prepare and respond to emergencies and disasters. Historically, De Soto did not have an official EOP designed specifically for the City and relied on Johnson County’s emergency plan.

Over the past year, the City’s Emergency Manager Steve Chick Sr. worked with Johnson County Emergency Management to develop the plan, which is tailored to De Soto and its resources.

The EOP meets all county, state, and federal requirements, which allows De Soto to receive federal reimbursement funds if applicable.

City Council approved the EOP in September of 2019, which is available to view on the city website: https://www.desotoks.us/241/Emergency-Operations-Plan

Photos provided by City of De Soto (above left) The De Soto High School Band and Color Guard performed at the 91st ribbon cutting. (above) The Mayor, City Council Members, City Staff, and the County Commissioner cut the ceremonial ribbon. (far right) Council President Lori Murdock road her bike on the new multi-purpose path. (below) The 91st Street extension will allow for automobile traffic, as well as a bike lane and sidewalk for pedestrian use.

View from 91st Street and Sunflower Road in De Soto.

Drone photography by Rob Daniels

91st Street opens traffic flow between Lexington Avenue and Sunflower Road allowing access to / from multiple directions for schools and businesses.

Sidewalk along both sides of 91st Street– for walkers/joggers opening access to Lexington Lake

Bike Lane along both sides of 91st Street.

Pedestrains have the right of way at crosswalks

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De Soto Parks & Recreation Office Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm CITY HALL 32905 W. 84th Street 913-583-1182 fax 913-583-3123 Mayor Rick Walker 913-375-7729 Cell City Administrator/Engineer Mike Brungardt, P.E. 913-586-5253 Direct 785-764- 8737 Cell City Attorney Patrick G. Reavey 913-586-5299 City Hall Direct Office 816-474- 6300 CITY BUILDING INSPECTOR Cameron Maughmer 913-586-5252 Direct 913-210-9186 Cell CITY CLERK Lana McPherson MMC 913-586-5250 Direct 913-689-8733 Cell CITY CODES & CIP MANAGER Walter Gardenhire 913-586-5263 Direct 913-940-8552 Cell CITY COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR Whitney Lange 913-586-5255 Direct CITY FINANCE OFFICER Bonnie Bennett 913-586- 5262 Direct CITY PLANNER Brad Weisenburger 913-586-5286 Direct CITY STREET SUPERINTENDENT Ron Creason 913-238- 0437 Cell City Shop 913-583- 3379 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT/BUILDING CODE OFFICIAL Steve Chick, Sr. 913-586-5277 Direct WATER/SEWER SUPERINTENDENT Doug Smith 913-238- 0434 Cell Wastewater Plant 913-585-9956 WATER DEPARTMENT Water Plant 913-669-6359 UTILITIES 913-583-1182 Nancy Steele x112 Erika Carrillo x122 CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT Lori Murdock 913-441- 6907 Home 913-636-2679 Cell CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS Rob Daniels 913-221-4498 Cell Kevin Honomichl 913-583-1623 Home Danny Lane 913-634-9150 Cell Kevin Ritter 913-208-5352 Cell PLANNING COMMISSION Tim Fisher 913-915-5416 Cell Bob Garrett 913-707-6284 Cell Linda Lane 913-634-8299 Cell Todd Manson 913-909-0145 Cell Ian McPherson 913-585-1827 Home John Shultz 913-585-3511 Home Roger Templin 913-583-3183 Home PARK & RECREATION DIRECTOR Jay Garvin 913-586-5280 Direct 913-544-8073 Cell AQUATICS & RECREATION MANAGER Justin Huslig 913-586-5281 Direct 913-620-6629 Cell BUILDING MAINTENANCE Nate Johnson 913-626-6567 Cell MUNICIPAL COURT CLERK Erika Carrillo 913-586-5290 Direct CITY PROSECUTOR Amy R. Mitchell 913-782- 2720 CITY JUDGE Randy McCalla 913-390-1555 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT. Sara Ritter Director 913-583-1585 office 913-238-2206 cell

ANIMAL CONTROL Johnson County Sheriff 913-782- 0720 JOHNSON COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPT. non-emergency 913-782-0720 emergency 9-1-1

JOHNSON COUNTY NORTHWEST CONSOLIDATED FIRE DISTRICT Todd Maxton, Fire Chief non-emergency 913-583-3886 emergency 9-1-1

HONEY CREEK SANITATION Randy Weldon 785-423-1809 Cell

DE SOTO US POST OFFICE 33155 W. 83rd Street 913-583-1543 Mon-Fri 9 am-11am 12:30 pm-4:30 pm Sat 9 am-noon

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2019 Winter Adult Activities Adult Co-Ed Volleyball

Fee $110 per team 8 match schedule

Registration Deadline Friday, December 21, 2018 Matches begin Monday, January 7, 2019

Fitness Classes

Individual classes (with various class fees) Monthly Memberships (for all fitness classes held each month).

Group Exercise Classes include: Weekday Yoga, Tabata, Circuit Training and Saturday morning fitness options.

Additional Information available online at our NEW Parks & Recreation web page:

http://www.desotoks.us/151/Parks-Recreation De Soto Aquatic Center Swim Lessons Registration will open on March 1, 2019 Additional Activities (non-city sponsored) http://www.desotoks.us/151/Programs-Activities De Soto Youth Wrestling Great Life Golf & Fitness Jazzercise White Tiger Martial Arts Wildcat Youth Football & Cheerleading

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Authentic Mexican Food Food Prepared Hot, Fresh & Right off the Grill! u Appetizers, Salads, Ala Carte & Combos

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Mondays u 1/2 Price Kids Meals Wednesdays u Seniors 10% off With Coupon (kids under 10 / seniors over 60)

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WANDA’S ROADSIDE CAFE 33080 W. 83rd Street in De Soto 913-586-5063 OPEN Wed–Sun 7am to 2 pm Fri & Sat 4 to 8 pm

WINE LOVER’S SUNDAYS 10% OFF

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Walk-in Beer Cooler Coldest beer in town!

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MIKE’S LIQUOR

MEXICAN FOOD • BAR & GRILL

Locally Owned for 12 years!

Open Monday-Thursday 10am -9pm Friday & Saturday 10am -10pm Sunday 10am -9pm

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Join us for some Holiday Cheer!

Enjoy these Weekly Specials: Burger Mondays Taco Tuesdays Prime Rib Wednesdays Steak Nights Friday & Saturday 1/2 PRICE Select Appetizers Monday-Friday 4 pm to 6 pm 33255 Lexington Ave. Party Room Available DeSoto, KS 66018 913-585-1116

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9160 Lexington Avenue • 913-583-1711

Food & Drink Specials “Some of the best fries and beer around!”

“Good service, cold beer, good folks”

Now Open to the Public “Amazing Staff Always feel welcome!”

“Great place and great atmosphere”

9150 Lexington Avenue • 913-585-1416 Open Sunday-Thursday 11 to 11 • Friday-Saturday 11 to 2am

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Meats for all your family gatherings

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Enjoy a festive dining experience at Wandas–featuring that great mashed potatoes and gravy, with oh so good beef from Steve’s.

Prices Only . 10% OFF Thursdays Regular with Coupon Sides of beef, sold hogs, turkeys or Specials are not included Expires 11/25/19

CUSTOM CUT-TO-ORDER MEAT 33490 Lexington Avenue Tues-Fri 4-9 • Sat 11-10 • Sun 1-8 Bubblecream’s Grand Opening November 15 officially opens the new and unique ice cream eatery in De Soto. Sylas & Maddy’s Homemade Ice Cream is served in cups and is a treat all on its own.

Add a “Bubble Cone” and you’ll have a delightful new twist to a traditional cone, with an assortment of toppings.

A bubble waffle maker is used to make these trendy cones.

You’ll find Bubblecream’s on Facebook and Instagram.

Despite the cold weather, you can also have fun indoors with a row of swings that offer unique seating. The interior is just as unique as the bubblecones. Garagedoor windows can be opened on warmer days.

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by Erilyn Meo, owner, who is currently studying architectural engineering at K-State. Build services

by Eric Meo, Diversified Construction & Roofing.

Diversified also remodeled the KJ’s pizza building.

Premium Cigars & accessories Cigar Lockers Cigar Lounge with BIG Screens

Monthly Stock-up Specials

Deer processing USDA slaughter house

Steve’s MEAT MARKET Caring For Our Customers Since 1969

Open Tuesday-Friday 9 to 6 Saturday 9 to 5 Closed Sunday/Monday www.stevesmeat.com Open Christmas Eve Monday Dec 24 8am-noon Closed Tuesday, Dec 25 and Wednesday, Dec. 26

32685 Lexington Avenue in De Soto 913-583-1390

Steve’s Meat Market Celebrates 40 Years!

Since September 1969, Steve’s Meat Market has provided quality meats for the De Soto community, as well as those who travel many miles for the well-known, fresh meat packs.

The three-generation business began with Steve Prudden Senior, finding his passion for processing meat while working at a grocery story in Osborn, Missouri. After his service in the Army, Steve pursued his dream of opening his own neighborhood butcher shop. With his bride, Charlene, and little boy Stephen Jr. “Mitch,” the family came to De Soto and purchased the current building that established Steve’s Meat Market. For over 35 years Steve built up the neighborhood butcher shop. He served as Mayor of De Soto (1998-2001) and hosted the Kid’s Fishing Derby at Steve Prudden’s Pond for 41 years. Family members, Stephen “Mitch” Jr., Pam Prudden, and Mitch Prudden III, along with employees who continue the vision and passion of Steve’s Meat Market.

Shown below: Christmas Lights at Steve’s Meat Market light up Lexington Avenue, along with their smoker that heats up year round.

Chill & Enjoy Camaraderie

Walk-in Humidor

Open Monday-Friday 3 pm-8 pm Saturday 10 am-8 pm Sunday 11am-5 pm OPEN LATE FOR GAMES!

www.rittercigarcompany.com 9170 Lexington Avenue • 913-208-5352

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Cause Coffee • Wednesday & Thursday 8 am to 5 pm Friday & Saturday 8 am to 2 pm 33180 West 83rd Street • Downtown De Soto

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Cause Coffee in De Soto has become a local oasis to enjoy carefully-crafted drinks and handmade goods. The shop’s homelike layout gives a radiance of warmth that embraces each person that walks through its door.

As the year comes to an end, Cause Coffee (a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization) has lent a gracious hand in helping noteworthy humanitarian efforts with its year-round volunteer efforts worldwide and locally.

“We started out the year dedicated to fighting human trafficking alongside the amazing local organization, Exodus Cry! We’ve also donated to local schools and had the privilege of doing a project for the Blind School of Kansas City,” said Tara Stucky, Cause Coffee creator.

Tara and her team of volunteers went to great lengths to help people affected locally by the tornado that hit Lawrence, Eudora and Linwood area residents in late May. “...we spent the summer helping many families,” Tara said.

“I was so proud of our customers for leaving [an abundant] $10,000 in our donation jar for our neighbors who were devastated by the tornado! Such heartwarming stories came from people’s generosity! Cause Coffee also had teams of people physically helping work the in areas of destruction. In fact, we are still helping families even now.”

During the fall, the team globally helped a community in Honduras create a mobile coffee business, creating jobs for locals, according to Tara. Their efforts never fall short of continuing Cause Coffee’s ever-present mission of improving the lives of others. This holiday season, the coffee shop team is spreading holiday cheer by working on a project for the Kansas City area homeless community, as well as taking care of local families in need for Christmas.

At Cause Coffee, Tara welcomes everyone and anyone who’s in the spirit for volunteering. “Honestly, I let people come to me,” she said. “If people really want to work at Cause Coffee, they will contact me and we always have ways to serve on a regular basis, semi-regular, or even one time. We love our volunteers!”

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When you walk into our shop we want consume good things, and have your

A cup of coffee to brighten your day, evening or upcoming special event.

Everything we use at Cause is ethically sourced. Our coffee, teas, syrups are organic and fair trade...and oh, so good! We offer a wide variety of organic food and pastry choices with many gluten free, vegan, dairy free, and paleo options, as well. No GMO’s are used at Cause and it is a peanut-free facility.

Cause Coffee was established in March 2018.

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Enjoy a hot cup of coffee, warming the hearts of many –through Cause Coffee’s generous giving.

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Choose from a variety of blends and flavors, including these seasonal offerings: Maple Cinnamon Latte Autumn Spice Latte Campfire Latte Organic Ice Cream Shakes pick your flavor! Immunity matcha Elderberry honey!

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Vegan options are also available

Come with an appetite and enjoy Biscuits and Gravy, Paninis for breakfast, and a variety of seasonal Soups and Sandwiches for lunch.

Check out Cause Coffee’s latest specials on social media: Cause Coffee KC Facebook, Twitter or Instagram

Shown above: Elderberry Immunity matcha (left) and Campfire Latte (right) photos provided by Cause Coffee Enjoy the warm, relaxing atmosphere at Cause Coffee in Downtown De Soto. Sit by the fire, meet with friends or host a special event here.

Cause Coffee offers a complimentary room that seats 8 to 10 people, and complimentary booth seating area that can be closed off and reserved for private gatherings. Rooms available during regular business hours: Wednesday-Friday 8 am to 5 pm Saturday 8 am to 2 pm.

In addition, the coffee shop can be rented for a donation (with or without an open coffee bar/ barista) outside of/during regular business hours.

For space rental information, call (913) 709-8235 or email causecoffeekc@gmail.com Cause Coffee does not provide catering.

No alcoholic beverages permitted on premises

Long winter nights can be brightened with an assortment of rustic pine cones interwoven with clear warm lights. Bring a sense of calm and peace to a room, with a warm winter glow.

Make your own arrangement with sparkling lights and rustic pine cones arranged in a natural basket. Also makes a special gift.

As with all winter lights, do not leave unattended and/or use lights that are warm when touched.

you to feel at home, world and vision for the hurting enlarged.

We love protecting our environment by using pressed palm leaf plates and paper straws, and use reusable materials–stainless straws and glass. We also travel to other countries and meet artisans, pay a more than fair price for their goods and then sell it back here. All sales are reinvested during the next trip.

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Along Kill Creek Road, adjacent to the De Soto United Methodist Church, is a new “Blessing Box” built by Connor Cravens and crew. This was an Eagle Scout Project for Connor (Troop #34) that was recently completed in October 2019.

While brainstorming ideas, Connor found the facebook group that started “Blessing Box,” and thought this would be a good resource for our community. Food, toiletries, gloves, hats are suggested items. (Please mark out bar codes to prevent store returns.) An additional shelf will be added for clothes at the end of November. If you are blessed, consider leaving a note.

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8655 Copeland Way Phone 913-585-1026 www.DesotoBaptistchurch.org Sunday School for all ages 9:45 am Sunday Worship 11 am November 24 All-Church Thanksgiving Dinner December 1 • 1st Sunday of Advent “HOPE” with Communion December 8 • 2nd Sunday of Advent “JOY” Children/Youth Musical “Away in a Mango” December 15 • 3rd Sunday of Advent “PEACE” Choir Cantata Candlelighting at 7 pm December 22 • 4th Sunday of Advent “LOVE” Special Pastoral Dramatization December 29 • Finale Worship of 2019!

February 2 • Super Bowl of Soup Lunch February 9 • 50th DBC Celebration of Love Banquet

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8760 Kill Creek Road Phone 913-583-1359 www.Desotoumc.org Worship every Sunday at 10 am December 7 • 9 am to 2 pm Cookies by the Pound see ad page 16 benefitting UMC Women’s Missions December 15 • 10 am Children’s Christmas Program “CAKE: Christmas Acts of Kindness Experiment” December 22 • 10 am Choir Cantata performing “Nativity Suites” December 24 • 4 pm and 8 pm Christmas Eve Services Throughout December we will be celebrating 300 years of Joy to the World!

8655 Copeland Way | 913-585-1026 desotobaptistchurch.com 9:45 – Church School for all ages 11:00 – Morning Worship Service

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December 25 is to many the most magical day of the year.

In Mexico and several Latin American countries, the night before holds greater significance. The Hispanic holiday tradition is called “las posadas” (translated as “the inns”) that are religious celebrations and festivals.

This nine-day celebration begins the evening of December 16 and ends on December 24, known as “Noche Buena.” Each night the community recreates the journey Mary and Joseph made from Nazareth to Bethlehem, in search of a safe refuge where Mary could give birth to the baby Jesus.

During las posadas, a procession and somewhat of a play is held, mainly at churches in the local area, where children and adults sing traditional carols while holding candles in commemoration. In the carol, there are two important parts: one part of the carol is asking for shelter which is denied (symbolizing Joseph’s plea for lodging during his and Mary’s journey to Bethlehem), and the second part celebrates the welcoming into a home (Joseph and Mary finally finding shelter). At the end of the procession, a mass is held.

The festivities continue after mass and dinner is provided for everyone.

Adults may have a coffee or Ponche Navideño, hot punch with blends of spices. Children enjoy breaking a piñata shaped as a star symbolizing the Star of Bethlehem and receive “bolos,” considered as goody bags.

There are various ways Hispanics celebrate las posadas.

Some dress up; kids often are dressed as angels while two adults may be assigned to dress up as Mary and Joseph. It’s important to note that while many gather as a community, some families celebrate at home.

Alejandro Lopez, De Soto resident, vividly recalls how his hometown of Huejucar, Jalisco, Mexico commemorated these festivities. “In Huejucar, there were always (variations) of how the procession would go, but the idea was the same each time–two people would dress up, one as Joseph and the other as Mary (sometimes riding a donkey through the streets to the church). Some participants would act as the residents of the home (where asylum was sought) and others would follow Joseph and Mary, but everyone would sing the (traditional) carol,” Alejandro explained. “With my family, we would sometimes celebrate at home and have half of us outside and the other half inside and we’d sing the carols and finally the ones outside would come in and we would eat posole or tamales.”

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Lights at The Barn at Kill Creek Farm photography by Mary Hanson

Christmas Eve at The Barn at Kill Creek Farm December 24 • Services held through the day: 10 am • afternoon 2 & 4 • evening 6 & 11 pm 9200 Kill Creek Road • De Soto www.kawprairie.org Crowded malls? Challenging relatives? Not enough money for gifts? It’s easy to forget what Christmas is really about…

Too often the holidays leave us feeling stressed or hopeless.

This year, find hope in a barn. Celebrate Christmas Eve away from the stress. Join us at Kill Creek Barn for several down-to-earth worship services held throughout the day on Christmas Eve. This year there will be five services – beginning at 10 am in the morning, 2 and 4 pm in the afternoon, and evening services at 6 and 11 pm.

Join us and “Get Away in a Manger.”

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health & BEauty De Soto local businesses with your health, well being and beauty in mind...

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New De Soto Business The Juggling Nail Tech

33255 Lexington Avenue • De Soto

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Tuesday-Saturday 8 am to 5 pm For Appointments Call 913-353-6061

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33065 W. 83rd Street De Soto Mary’s hours: Tues & Thurs 10 am - 5 pm Friday 9 am - 2 pm; Sat. 8:30 - noon Call 913-787-7833 Mary would like to thank all her loyal customers for their patronage and also to welcome stylist, Jessica McComas, who loves to do cuts, color, & waxing and is available by appointment at 913-226-9763

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Anna Klecker, has been a licensed nail technician for six years. She is excited to share her expertise, and colorful collection of nail colors with De Soto. Services include Manicures and Pedicures, extended wear Gel Manicures, full sets of Acrylic Nails, Fill and Dip Nails.

Learn & Enjoy the Many Benefits of Yoga

Treat yourself this holiday season to cuticle care, a sugar scrub, callus treatment, location massage and then finish with polish in the color of your choice.

You can find fun photos and see samples of fun assortments of nail....on facebook The Juggling Nail Tech ...and yes, Anna is also a Juggler!

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Certified Instructors Programs for Beginners Small Classes Held Evenings & Saturdays Holiday Gift Cards

www.BrilliantSunWellness.com 33080 W. 83rd Street • Suite A • 913-274-9192 Conveniently located in Dowtown De Soto

Independently Owned and Operated Franchised with Health Mart Systems

Your Hometown Full Service Pharmacy

Serving the De Soto Community Since 1992 Prescriptions • Health & Wellness Center Vitamins • Botanicals • Homeopathics Pharmacists Lori Murdock, Betsey Gallinger and Caleb Weinhold look forward to assisting You!

OPEN 9am - 6pm Monday - Friday 9 am - 1 pm Saturday • Closed Sunday Phone 913-583-1117 Fax 913-585-9801 www.CedarCreekPharmacy.org

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On December 24, the last posada is held and a midnight mass celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ.

Families will celebrate Noche Buena with gatherings and a big feast. Traditional dishes are served, including tamales, pozole, tacos, birria, buñuelos (a Mexican dessert) and other delicacies. Once the clock strikes midnight, families embrace in the joyous celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ and the arrival of Christmas Day. The night continues with the opening of presents–and of course, more food.

These traditions bring joy to the holiday season as families celebrate their unique blend of customs.

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Nativity of Lights Display • Downtown De Soto

The Ross Family has been displaying a “Nativity of Lights” for almost ten years on their property, located next door to Great American Bank at 33060 W. 83rd Street. The colorful nativity light display is a family project that begins after Thanksgiving each year.

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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2019 8 am - 2:45 pm Held at De Soto High School / Auxillary Gym 35000 West 91st Street in De Soto, Kansas

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USD 232 Website https://www.usd232.org De Soto High School The Green Pride https://dhsnews.org Mill Valley High School Jagwire https://www.mvnews.org

2019 Annual High School Career Fair

Unified School District No. 232, along with the Eudora school district, will host its third annual Career and Job Fair for secondary students on December 6, 2019 at De Soto High School. Partnering with approximately 65 local, regional and national companies and businesses, the school districts will expose students to dozens of jobs and career fields within the Kansas City metropolitan area. Contact Dr. Cindy Swartz for registration and other information: cswartz@usd232.

The Bridge Program–All Natural Dog Treats Students in The Bridge Program make and package these delightful “All-natural Dog Treats” that are available online at: https://www.usd232.org/Page/4687 Treats 10 / $3 20 / $5

Orders delivered to schools/homes in the USD 232 district.

Involve your kids with ordering and supporting this program.

The Bridge Program is offered for ages 18-21, through the USD 232 School District. The program gives opportunilties to develop employability/ life skills for young adults with cognitive disabilities.

Over 30 years De Soto Veterinary Services Excellent Dog & Cat Grooming by Lea VanderVelde Diagnostic Medicine & Treatment Digital Radiography Surgery Dentistry Wellness Exams/Screenings Preventive Healthcare Boarding & Daycare We offer “CareCredit” financing system –aiding when unexpected costs of emergency or critical care occur.

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Clear Creek Elementary named 2019 National Blue Ribbon School U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos recognized 362 schools on September 26 as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2019.

The recognition is based on a school’s overall academic performance or progress in closing achievement gaps. Clear Creek Elementary is designated as an Exemplary High Performing School, among the highest performing schools in Kansas as measured by state assessments. November 14 and 15, the Secretary and the Department of Education honored 312 public and 50 non-public schools at an awards ceremony in Washington, D.C. .

The coveted National Blue Ribbon Schools award affirms the hard work of educators, families and communities. Clear Creek’s success is attributed to the practice and belief that All Kids Are Our Kids! This concept is the backbone behind every decision made for every learner at Clear Creek Elementary!

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The De Soto Hall of Fame Committee announces the following honorees for 2020: Dr. William Hageman–Academics DHS Alum Class of 1995 A standout with all things “Academics” at DHS: National Merit Scholar Finalist, Presidential Scholars Program Candidate (Top 20 Scorer on ACT/SAT in Kansas), standout member of the Scholars Bowl Program, two-time Soccer letter winner, three-time Track letter winner.

Will currently is Assistant Professor and Burk Cornerstone Teacher scholar in the Department of Electrical/Computer Engineering at Kansas State University. Honors include: U.S. Patent Holder #7, 668,211, Distinguished Faculty Award Eta Kappa Nu (2014, 2019), Mortar Board Outstanding Faculty in Engineering (2018-19), Dean’s Award for Excellence in Teaching in K-State Engineering (2019).

Dr. Hageman also has had multiple academic publications.

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From left, front row: Annie Bohon-Riverview Elementary, Ava Toepfer-Mize Elementary, Chloe Koppa-Clear Creek Elementary, Daria Morozov-Starside Elementary; Back Row: Madison Koester-Monticello Trails Middle School, Ryan Lange-Lexington Trails Middle School, Addison Moeller-Prairie Ridge Elementary, Alli Fandre-Horizon Elementary; Not pictured: Avery Sheltra-Mill Valley High School, Olivia Mills-De Soto High School, Gracie SmithMill Creek Middle School, Olivia Thompson Belmont Elementary

2019 District Student Art Awards Students from each school in the USD 232 School District received an outstanding honor from the Board of Education and were recognized at the board meeting on October 7, 2019. Their artwork was selected to be on permanent display at the Administration Offices in De Soto. District art teachers select original works of art, created from the previous school year, from among their students to become part of the permanent collection.

Carrie Buckley–Athletics DHS Class of 1992 As a Wildcat a three-sport athlete participating in Volleyball, Basketball, and Track & Field from 1989 to 1992. Selected three times as an All League Volleyball player and All League basketball player. State Champion multiple times in Track and Field. Selected for the Sports Illustrated Gatorade Circle of Champions as well as a 1st Provisional Olympic Qualifier. Carrie continued her Track and & Field career at Wake Forest University as an ACC Academic All American, broke the Javelin and Long Jump records, was selected as ACC 1st Team, and was a part of the 1993 ACC Championship team.

Ryan Johnson–Athletics DHS Class of 1992 DHS three-sport athlete participating in Cross Country, Basketball, and Track & Field from 1988 to 1992. Three-time state placer in Cross Country, Track & Field, and two-time State Champion. He broke the DHS 800m, 1600m, and Cross Country 5K records in 1991. Ryan continued his running career at the collegiate level at JCCC and K-State. Three-time All American at JCCC, placing in the 800m at the All Big 8/Big 12 Conference meets in 1996-1997.

Patsy Lucas-Allenbrand–Distinguished Service DHS Class of 1968 Member of Pep Club, Cheerleading, Band, Choir, Drama Club, Forensics, STUCO, Newspaper, FHA, NHS, and Science Club throughout her high school career. Pitt State University graduate with Bachelors of Science in Education. Taught at De Soto Elementary School; served as the DTA President for two years. She has devoted countless hours through her efforts at De Soto Baptist Church, De Soto Community Theater, De Soto and Monticello Historical Societies, and De Soto Alumni Association–establishing scholarships with both the DHS Alumni Association and the local VFW. Patsy also assists DHS Alumni classes with their 50-year class reunions.

DHS Hall of Fame Recognition Friday, January 10. 2020 Main Gym In between Varsity Girls & Boys Basketball Games Nominations accepted through September 30, 2020 for 2021. https://dhswildcatnation.com/hof-nomination/

Shown below: De Soto High School Band at the Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting.

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Mill Valley High School Jazz Band Thursday, November 28 7:30 pm Theatre Band Concert Wednesday, December 4 7:30 pm Main Gym Choir Concert Tuesday, December 10 7:30 pm Theatre De Soto High School Choir & Band Concert Monday, December 16 7:30 pm Main Gym Concert concludes with Hallelujah Chorus (alumni welcome) Concerts are free and open to the public!

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De Soto Days 2019 “Rocked” in Downtown De Soto!

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Amusement park rides, entertainment, cars on display, vendors and food trucks filled the streets of Downtown De Soto this past Labor Day Weekend.

De Soto Days 2019 was swiftly moved from its original location, Miller Park, due to a brief, but intense downpour that dumped torrential amounts of rain on Tuesday morning, the week of the event.

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Open Thursdays 10 am to 4 pm or by appointment 33055 W. 83rd Street • Downtown De Soto Meets Last Wednesday of each Month • 6:30 pm https://www.facebook.com/desotokshistoricalsociety

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Featuring a great collection of historical photos from De Soto!

Available at Great American Bank, TriCentury Bank, Wanda’s, De Soto City Hall and at the De Soto Historical Society.

Proceeds fund speakers, events and historical displays.

The Evans Midland Carnival could not begin their early set up in a flooded Miller Park.

Mike Brungardt, City Administrator, was in the office of Great American Bank that morning, just after the storm, discussing closing down 83rd Street for the rest of the week.

Merchants and businesses cooperated with the City, and the De Soto Days Committee moved swiftly to reconfigure an event that takes months of planning, into a few hectic days reorganizing it all.

De Soto truly “Rocked!” The City listened to the attending crowds and the consensus of many conversations was “Wow–this is great having De Soto Days downtown...we should do this again!”

“Lightning behind Sunflower Ammunition Plant Towers” photo by Bill Trimble

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De Soto Arts Council http://www.desotoartsks.org Meets Last Wednesday of each Month • 6:30 pm

De Soto City Hall (lower level) 32905 W. 84th Street

2019 De Soto Days Parade Awards Mayor’s Choice Brilliant Sun Wellness Best in Parade Charles Pettit Wagon Most Original De Soto Auto Sales Most Creative Starside Girl Scouts/Brownies Most Spirited Little Wildcat Cheerleaders Best Performance White Tiger & Abdallah Shriners 2019 Grand Marshall Boots Linden (shown at left)

De Soto Rotary Club

Meets Friday mornings for breakfast 7 am to 8 am De Soto Methodist Church lower level meeting room Evening Meetings monthly last Thursdays 6:30 pm The Barn at Kill Creek Farm 9200 Kill Creek Road For information email mark@crumbaker.com See additional Rotary / Art Council articles on Page 4

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De Soto Library / Winter Programs

Open T W F 10am-6pm Th 1-8pm Sat 10am-2pm De Soto Book Group 1 pm to 2:30 pm Meets at TriCentury Bank 33485 Lexington Avenue December 4 The Book of Polly by Kathy Hepinstall January 2 If the Creek Don’t Rise by Leah Weiss February 5 Becoming by Michelle Obama Family Storytime Thursdays • 6:30 pm to 7 pm January 9, February 13 Stories, songs, fingerplays, movement activities help foster pre-reading skills for the whole family!

Celebrations &recognition

Beth Reichenberger (daughter of Jack and Cheri / De Soto) and Austin Bosch (son of Derek and Sandra Bosch / Derby) were married in Manhattan, Kansas. Among the bridesmaids and groomsmen were fellow USD 232 graduates: Colin Hilk, Hilary Schmidt, James Azeltine, Jesse Spencer, Levi Azeltine, Maggie Oberle, and Parker Williams. (DHS Class of 2011)

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Jim & Kim Ingalls w Married July 27

Wedding Celebration at The Barn at Kill Creek Farm

The 2019 De Soto Days Committee would like to express sincere gratitude for our wonderful sponsors and our community’s generosity and support in helping us organize and present a family-friendly public event. This has become a portion of the heart of De Soto for over 55 years.

This year, last-minute decisions had to be quickly made (due to weather) and everything was moved from Miller Park to the central part of our town. Lots of positive teamwork from an awesome De Soto Day’s and City crew, aspirin, sunshine, and a community willing to be understanding! Hopefully you were able to attend and enjoy some of the many festivities throughout the three-day event.

Please go to our website: www.desotodays.com or our Facebook page to view a great collection of pictures, videos and comments that we and others have posted.

Thanks again to everyone who contributed in any way to our traditional yearly event–and we look forward to next year, where we plan to set up again in downtown De Soto!

MUCH THANKS!!!

De Soto Days Committee 2019 Loya Beery, Chairman Shown at right: A portion of the 2019 De Soto Days Committee– made up of 29 hardworking and dedicated volunteers.

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A Festive Labor Day Weekend in the heart of Downtown De Soto!

The streets were filled with the new 2019 downtown location with easy access to the Evans Midland Carnival rides and festivities There were plenty of vendors and food trucks, and incredibly talented entertainment. Shown above: Lily Moonflower (former DHS graduate) and friends, Rock ‘n Rollers Elvis and Alice, great-tasting food trucks, and the Classic Car Show held at De Soto City Hall. The De Soto Days Parade was rerouted to circle around the downtown area.

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Johnson County offers free Christmas tree recycling, that begins the day after Christmas. Trees can be dropped off from December 26 through January 31 during winter park hours, 7:30 am to 8 pm at Kill Creek Park, 11670 Homestead Lane, Olathe (marina parking lot).

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