Discovering De Soto Health & Fitness 2016

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Community & Businesses Quarterly Feature Publication on-line www.discoveringdesoto.com with limited printing

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located in Western Johnson County

Health & Fitness • End of Winter/Spring 2016

Winter Beauty • Animal Health • Food Guidelines • Access House • • Health & Wellness at School • Heart Health • Detecting Cancer • Northwest Consolidated Fire District • Snow Puppets • Fiddlers • Art Shows • Book Events • Heart Artist • The Journey to Easter • Healing for the Soul • Fitness and more •

De Soto’s affordable Fitness Center Conveniently located in City Hall

•Full Set of Nautilus Equipment •Weight Lifting Equipment •Customized Training •Treadmills •Bicycles •NEW Ellipticals •New StairMaster

Open 24/7 monitored In City Hall adjacent to Gym

32905 W. 84th Street in De Soto

Affordably Priced Monthly Memberships Single $2999 Family $3999

Sponsorship by GreatLife Golf & Fitness www.greatlife-burningtree.com Call 913-301-3000 Burningtreegolf

GreatLife Golf & Fitness offers one of the finest and most affordable ways for individuals and families to stay fit. Corporate Owner, like us on Rick Farrant, specifically focuses on finding smalltown locations that may not be able to sustain their own golf courses and fitness centers. Golf courses are purchased that are struggling or inoperative, and uniquely partnered with a fitness center to bring a healthy combination to smaller communities. There are 24 locations throughout Kansas that members have access to (with additional country club usage included).

In 2012, brothers Mike and Mark Mallory became franchise owners of GreatLife Golf & Fitness at De Soto and brought on manager, Stephanie Swenson, an enthisiast golfer herself.

“Burning Tree” was originally owned by course designer Bob Hill and was named when lightning struck a tree in the middle of the course during construction in 2001.

In 2004 it was sold to Bob and Linda Stevens. When its doors closed, after Bob’s death in 2011, Linda connected Stephanie and the Mallory brothers together. 16 months later the overgrown grass and over 300 trees were cleared by the new owners/manager for an open, revitalized course full of sunshine and healthy grass.

The fitness center was also developed in 2012, when leasing arrangements began with the City of De Soto. A remodeling process began that uniquely transformed the prior stage of former De Soto High School into a community fitness center, that would be located inside the City Hall of De Soto, –continued on back page

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WELCOME Winter’s Beauty page 4 ANIMAL HEALTH Feathered Friends page 5 Lost & Found/Dr. VanderVelde page 6 Merck–your community partner page 6 FOOD New & Old Dietary Guidelines page 7 HARPS News, Healthy Cauliflower page 8 SCHOOLS Health & Wellness page 10 Access House Treats/Services page 11 HEALTH February is Heart Month page 12 Oncimmune–early cancer detection page 19 PUBLIC SAFETY AGENCY Northwest Consolidated Fire District page 14 EVENTS Library–Snow Puppets–Fiddlers page 16 ART Local Artist/Arts Council Events page 17 BOOKS Author Event/DHS grad author page 14 HEART Artists Michelle Gressel page 20 FAITH The Journey to Easter page 21 GALLERY OF FAITH Holy Week Collage page 22 HEALING for the soul page 23 FITNESS Classes in De Soto page 24 Discovering De Soto is a free on-line features publication, with limited printings distributed to advertisers, editorial features, and contributers.

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FOR DE SOTO NEWS: CITY OF DE SOTO

City Government & City News

www.desotoks.us

City of De Soto Newsletter Insert in March Lawrence Journal-World Also available at City Hall

City Council Monthly Meetings 1st & 3rd Thursdays at 7 pm

DE SOTO Chamber of commerce Monthly Newsletter

www.desotoks.org

USD #232 School District School District News and District Newsletter

www.usd232.org

Quarterly Newsletter distribution in March in the Shawnee Dispatch, and Lawrence Journal-World.

Mailed to Lenexa/Olathe residents.

Board of Education Monthly Meetings 1st Mondays at 6 pm

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It’s the Third Issue of Discovering De Soto– end of Winter/Early Spring, featuring Health and Fitness.

I hope these pages inform you about our community–from purchasing a variety of bird seed locally; learning about Merck, Oncimmune and Huhtamaki–all international companies right here in De Soto; and how the Northwest Consolidated Fire District proudly serves the City of De Soto and Northwest Johnson County.

Learn about healthy eating guidelines and taking care of your heart, enjoying art and books, and celebrating Easter through an impactful photo collage.

Behold Winter’s Beauty

There are no leaves on the trees, no flowers blooming, and the green grass has slowly faded with a fairly mild winter...

I hope you take the time on some of our warmer winter days, to take a stroll and enjoy the winter beauty of rural De Soto. There are beautiful Kansas shrubs and wild grasses throughout our rural area. The below photos were taken outside of Cedar Creek Pharmacy, the De Soto United Methodist Church Garden, in my own garden, and in Manhattan, Kansas.

A little sunshine and zooming in with a camera/ your own eyes, will reveal a lovely beauty amidst the dried shrubery and foilage.

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This is your on-line feature magazine about De Soto–its community of people, businesses, organizations, schools and all the things that make it special and unique!

Use this as a resource and pass it on to those that have De Soto roots, and continue being a great community!

–Rose Burgweger, Managing Editor “Like us” on facebook discovering de soto and submit informative posts Visit our web page and give your ideas: www.discoveringdesoto.com

email: info@discoveringdesoto.com

Printed copies can be viewed at the De Soto Public Library, area restaurants and offices/businesses.

Copies can be purchased at local stores for $3.50 which help to cover some of the printing costs. see web site for locations

Thanks to all who contributed articles and photography, proofing and design help. next quarterly issue publishing:

Early May 2016 featuring

Recreation & Parks Food & Restaurants Spring/Summer Events and more...

Advertising Deadline: Friday, April 8th

An Assortment of Winter Birds from left to right: Western Bluebird, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Carolina Wren, Northern Cardinal, Blue Jay PhotographY by TAMMY STALLBAUMER

Caring for our feathered friends

Especially during the winter months, birds need a little extra attention...

Birds eat their own body weight daily, and they can lose up to 10% of their body weight at night keeping warm. During winter months, their natural food sources are limited or depleted. They rely on feeders for their food source to get the calories they need. They also need a supply of water to replace body fluids and to keep their feathers clean. Clean feathers help birds stay warm.

Local De Soto Feed & Garden carries black oil sunflower seed, wild bird feed mixes, Wild Delight bird feed (a variety of formulas), fine sunflower chips, nyjer seed, safflower seed, white millet, in-shell peanuts, shelled peanuts, and suets.

Black oil sunflower seed attracts all seed eating birds.

Fine sunflower chips are sunflower seeds without the shell ground up, attracting all seed eating birds.

Nyjer seed attracts finches.

Safflower seed attracts cardinals & other songbirds.

Millet attracts juncos, buntings, & doves.

Peanuts attract woodpeckers, blue jays, & songbirds.

Suets attract all types of birds.

If you find seed on the ground beneath your feeders, the birds feeding at your feeder do not like those seeds and are throwing them on the ground, while searching for more desirable seeds.

We also carry a variety of bird feeders. Make sure you keep them clean and provide fresh seed. Birds prefer to eat in areas near tree or shrub cover, so put your feeders close to natural cover. Also choose the correct feeder for the type of seed you are feeding and the type of birds.

–Submitted by Jennifer Heinen De Soto Feed & Garden 8155 Hadley Road (across from Miller Park) 913-585-1112 or 913-583-1112 www.desotofeed.com

White-breasted Nuthatch eating a piece from a suet cake.

American Goldfinch eating thistle seed.

Try out our New Mobile Banking App! A variety of Checking, Savings and Money Market Accounts for all your Personal, Family and Business Needs

Consumer and Business Loans– Commercial Real Estate, Rental Properties, Home Equity Lines of Credit (subject to approval)

“Your Hometown Bank”

33485 Lexington Avenue in De Soto 913-583-3222 24 Hour Telephone Banking: (800) 480-1747 Vive Customer Service: (888) 309-2240 LOBBY HOURS: Monday–Friday 8 am to 5 pm, Sat 9 am to noon Night Drop–ATM Available 24 Hours a Day DRIVE THRU HOURS: Monday – Wednesday 8 am to 5 pm, 5 Thursday – Friday 8 am to 6 pm, Sat 9 am to noon

Discovering De Soto ANIMAL HEALTH Lost & found pet calls

are received daily at our office.

Proper identification assists greatly. By law, a veterinarian is obligated to provide all vaccinated pets with a tag that has a number affixed to it. If the pet is found stray the number can be traced in our computer bank and the pet’s owner can be contaced. Micro chipping your pet is a permanent form of identification. The micro chip is safely “injected” under the skin and can be read by scanners. Affixing a telephone number on a collar is more economical but not as permanent.

Local resident, Kristie Hinkle, has a helpful Facebook Group called DeSoto Kansas Lost and Found Pets and Animal Advocates with 800+ members.

Lot of resources and information about lost pets.

–submitted by Dr. VanderVelde, De Soto Veterinary Clinic

Providing Veterinary Services over 30 years at our De Soto location Excellent Grooming for all Dogs and Cats

by Lea VanderVelde/groomer Diagnostic Medicine & Treatment Digital Radiography Surgery Boarding & Daycare Preventive Healthcare Dentistry Wellness Exams/Screenings We offer “CareCredit”, financing system that aids when unexpected costs of emergency or critical care occur. All major credit cards accepted

Open Monday-Friday 8 to 5:30 Saturday 8 to 12 noon Same day appointments usually available House calls arranged

DE SOTO VETERINARY CLINIC

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Merck Animal Health– Your Community Partner For more than 15 years, we’ve remained committed to our customers and the community members we serve and support.

Our commitment to the Science of Healthier Animals™ is evident in all that we do at Merck Animal Health.

We deliver smart animal health solutions, offering veterinarians, farmers and pet owners like you one of the widest ranges of veterinary pharmaceuticals, vaccines, and health management solutions and services. From helping pets live longer, healthier lives to ensuring quality food supplies, the work we do aids in the prevention, treatment and control of disease in all major farm and companion animal species.

Our company’s rich history of innovation, commitment to research and entrepreneurship in animal health dates back over 70 years. We realize that as the world’s population grows, so does our responsibility to ensure that protein supplies are plentiful and our products, technologies, and services will help meet the demands of a changing world.

This also holds true for the local community– Merck Animal Health has served as a proud partner of De Soto for more than 15 years, and we remain committed to our customers and the community members we serve and support. From the beef sold at local grocery stores to the pet medications prescribed by community veterinarians, the work we’re doing continues to contribute to the health of families and animals right here in DeSoto.

We also believe in giving back to a community that has given so much to us. Merck Animal Health proudly sponsors the DeSoto Quarterback Club, as we know that the future of DeSoto rests in the hands of our children and acknowledge the importance of cultivating the next generation of leaders. We sponsor many of our employees who participate in local philanthropic initiatives–including marathons, food drives, volunteer events and community fundraisers.

We look forward to serving the DeSoto community for years to come and invite you to learn more about us at www.merck-animal-health-usa.com.

–submitted by Lesley Matteuzzi Internal Communications Specialist

MERCK Animal Health

MERCK ANIMAL HEALTH THERE’S ONLY ONE THING THAT DRIVES US: THE SCIENCE OF HEALTHIER ANIMALS.

PROUD SUPPORTER OF THE DE SOTO COMMUNITY WWW.MERCK-ANIMAL-HEALTH-USA.COM 7

Discovering De Soto FOOD

The MyPlate nutrition guide (left) The USDA’s 1992 food guide pyramid. (upper left) The USDA’s “Basic 7” food groups from 1943 to 1956. (right) PUBLIC DOMAIN

What goes around comes around • • •

The new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, was released January 7 by the Agriculture and Health and Human Services Departments. The “Food Pyramid” used for almost twenty years, has gone to a new icon of an easier to visually digest round plate.

Do you remember the “four basic food groups” from the 50’s to the 70’s before the food pyramid? Fruit/Vegetable • Bread • Dairy • Meat Did you know that in the 1940’s there were seven food groups? See chart shown above: For Health...

“MyPlate is a truly simple, powerful visual cue to help people adopt healthy eating habits at meal times,” said Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture. People are encouraged to “Focus on making healthy food and beverage choices from all five food groups including fruits, vegetables, grains, protein foods, and dairy to get the nutrients you need.” Start with half a plate of fruits and vegetables. Less sugar and saturated fats are also encouraged. For more information go to: http://health.gov/news/dietaryguidelines-digital-press-kit/2016/01/top-10-things-you-need-to-know/ www.choosemyplate.gov •••

don’t forget excercise!

Adults need at least 150 minutes a week of moderate intensity physical activity and should perform muscle-strengthening exercises on two or more days each week. Children ages 6 to 17 years need

at least 60 minutes of physical activity per day,

including aerobic, muscle-strengthening, and bone strengthening activities. source: www.health.gov/news/dietary-guidelines

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stay hydrated!

Especially in the dry, winter months, it is important to drink water and stay hydrated. Add a splash of color for variety–orange/lemon/lime slices or rasberries/mint for a fresh, colorful addition!

“When will we have a grocery store?”is the #1 question Steve Chick, Building Official, of De Soto, gets asked by people wanting to move into the area. The City of De Soto is happy to announce that the Building Permit has been issued. Construction will begin immediately.

“It is a tremedous opportunity for De Soto,” says Steve.

Look for “the dirt to start moving soon” on Commerce Drive adjacent to Pizza Hut. The 32,755 sq. ft. building is HARPS first store in Kansas. www.harpsfood.com 8

Entertain a crowd makers of

Healthy Cauliflower is a great addition

to any meal. Replace your chips with real vegetables crisped in the oven. Spread 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil on cookie sheet/jelly roll pan. Add bits of fresh cauliflower, stir and spread in pan. Top with fresh pepper/salt. Bake at 400˚for 20 minutes till browned.

Enjoy with a sandwich on Flax & Sunflower Bread.

There’s no easier way to get a party started than with our Chip & Dip Party Tray – a sturdy, five-compartment snack tray with a 16 oz. center. Microwavable, leak proof and disposable, it’s the perfect party tray for entertaining on the go.

Made from recyclable plastic in the USA. www.mychinet.com

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Fresh Promises

Spring Fling Market The Barn at Kill Creek Farm 9200 Kill Creek Road k De Soto APRIL 23 k 10 am to 4 pm

Enjoy Fresh Produce k Spring Plants k Baked Goods Farm Raised Meat k Honey k Spices & Dip Mixes Jams & Jellies k Sweet Treats k Soaps Rural & Inspirational Art k LIVE MUSIC k Frenzel Barbeque Tupperware k 31 Bags k Mary Kay k Jewelry & More!

Find us on

Spring Fling Market at the Barn www.thebarnatkillcreekfarm.org

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Discovering De Soto DE SOTO SCHOOLS

PHOTOGRAPHS COURTESY OF USD #232

Health & Wellness throughout the district The nurses at De Soto USD 232 are responsible for the promotion of health and safety for 7,088 students and 913 staff members in order to facilitate student learning. The Health Services staff of thirteen full-time nurses, one part-time nurse, and one nurse coordinator maintain strong relationships with students, staff, parents and guardians, and local/state health departments to ensure community and public health.

As care coordinators, the Health Services nurses are responsible for case management, chronic disease management, and direct care. Nurses promote student self-care and empowerment, as well as education and counseling. Through student care plans and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, the nurses are an essential component to student transition planning.

Health Services nurses work closely with the Johnson County Department of Health and Environment and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment to ensure the health and wellness of students and staff. The nurses follow state regulations when reporting illness and helping to prevent widespread communicable disease. Health screenings, health education, and immunization management are coordinated and conducted throughout the school year.

–Submitted by Tara Harmon-Moore, BSN, RN, BA Health Services Coordinator, De Soto USD 232

Health is an important focus for both the students of USD 232 and their district’s employees.

Winning With Wellness, USD 232’s employee health promotion program continues to challenge and engage the staff to focus on personal well being. Julie Johnson, the district’s health enhancement coordinator from Saint Luke’s Health System LIFEWISE, along with Gabby Philbrook, USD 232’s Benefits Coordinator and representatives throughout the district buildings, provide programming and services to promote weight loss, nutritious eating, exercise, stress management, and conditioning.

2015 Program highlights included: Zumba, Strength Training/Yoga classes at a reduced fee; a six-week “Eat Right For Life” Book study; 170 muscled up for a 30 day strength training challenge; a two week “Spa” learning key stress management skills; Feel Great, Hydrate!; the Healthy Land Game, practicing healthy behaviors with families.

In the fall, 160 staff logged 346,265 minutes of exercise in a 12-week Just Move It building competition.

Over 450 completed health screenings and several hundred staff participated in the 12-day Sugar Swap, 12-day Stretch, 12 days of Good Cheer–performing thousands of kindness acts.

2016 began with a 21-day KickStart Weight Loss Program. Winning With Wellness will continue to guide and motivate USD 232 staff, creating a culture where healthy employees enjoy work, get more out of life, and provide greater education for our students.

–Submitted by Gabby Philbrook Benefits Coordinator, De Soto USD 232

The De Soto High School Newspaper dhsnews.org

on-line and printed monthly subscriptions available on web site

DHS Sports News http://dhsnews.org/category/sports/

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and more...dhsnews.org

Your Hometown Full Service Pharmacy since 1992 ACCESS House Providing Dog Treats and Services

ACCESS House is a program for young adults who require instruction in daily living and employability skills.

These young, helpful adults do every step in preparing tasty treats for dogs–making the dough, rolling it out, baking it and packaging tasty treats for dogs.

The “Dog Treat” Program began six years ago in 2010 with former teacher Sherry Meyer’s all-natural dog treat recipe. Treats come in three flavors: Peanut Butter (most popular), Cheese and Chicken.

Order by phone: 913-667-6200 x3360 or by e-mail: ACCESS.House232@gmail.com (please allow five business days–available till May 1st) Access House Dog Treats

available in two sizes: 6 large $2 10 small $2

all money raised goes back into program

Independently Owned and Operated franchised with Health Mart Systems

Lori Murdock and staff welcome you with their expertise for all your pharmaceutical needs to keep you healthy!

Wellness Center to help assess your overall health– intregrating conventional and natural approaches.

• Prescription Services with professional, personal care filled quickly automatic refill service pill packs available medication management to review and help in understanding • Drive up Window fast, friendly and reliable service • Bone Density Screenings/Screenings scheduled • Flu Shots available through February walk-in

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In addition, ACCESS House provides “Laundry Service” for nine schools in the USD #232 School District– washing, drying, and folding freshly-cleaned items.

Contact Belinda O’Dell, Transition/ACCESS Facilitator for information about the program for ages 18-21.

913-667-6200 x6071 beodell@usd232.org

• Over-the-Counter Pharmacy Products and Nutritional and Natural Medicine Products Gifts & local products available

Open Monday-Friday 9 to 6 • Saturday 9 to 1 8960 Commerce Drive Suite 4A 913-583-1117 fax 913-585-9801 www.cedarcreekpharmacy.org 11

Discovering De Soto HEALTH

February is Heart Month

As you get older, your risk for heart disease and heart attack increases. But the good news is that heart disease can be prevented.

When people talk about heart disease, they are usually talking about coronary heart disease (CHD). When someone has CHD, the coronary arteries (tubes) that take blood to the heart are narrow or blocked. This happens when cholesterol and fatty material, called plaque (“plak”), build up inside the arteries.

Plaque is caused by: Fat and cholesterol in the blood, High blood pressure, Smoking and too much sugar in the blood (due to diabetes).

When plaque blocks an artery, it’s hard for blood to flow to the heart. A blocked artery can cause chest pain or a heart attack. A heart attack happens when blood flow to the heart is suddenly blocked.

Common signs of a heart attack include: Chest pain (or pressure, squeezing, fullness in chest) Pain or discomfort in the upper body – like the arms, back, neck, jaw, or upper stomach Trouble breathing (while resting or being active) Feeling sick to your stomach or throwing up Feeling dizzy, light-headed, or unusually tired Breaking out in a cold sweat Call 911 if someone is having a heart attack.

Learn more about the signs of a heart attack at: http://healthfinder.gov/HealthTopics/Category/ health-conditions-and-diseases/heart-health/keepyour-heart-healthy (excerpts used for article)

At Marquette Physical Therapy we specialize in treating

neck and back pain, while also caring for all sport related injuries, post surgical conditions, carpal tunnel syndrome, ankle and foot problems including plantar fasciitis, shoulder pain, knee pain and hip pain.

Our mission is to provide personalized, one-on-one physical therapy so that we may enhance the overall quality of life of our patients.

Treatments are given in private rooms to ensure privacy. We are committed to helping patients achieve their goals and functions at optimal levels by using evidence-based treatments, which will enable the patient to return to work, athletics, and everyday activities faster.

Our therapists are trained in the Graston Technique®, focusing on the management of a large variety of muscloskeletal disorders, including neck, back and foot pain. Both offices now offering dry needling a therapeutic technique to release muscle tension and pain.

We feature Bioskin premium bracing and supports, and carry a wide range of braces for knees, backs and wrists, anklesupports, and compression sleeves. All are costructed of patented proprietary fabrics designed to enhance athletic performance and aid sports injury recovery.

Dr. Don Reith, PA Celebrating 10 years in De Soto !!!!!!!!!!

Always striving to find the true cause of your condition.

Effective, efficient and affordable.

Care for your pregnancy, your children, your parents, and you!

Two convenient locations providing one-on-one physical therapy

De Soto

33255 Lexington Avenue, Suite A De Soto, KS 66018 Phone: 913-585-9844 Fax: 913-585-9841

Certified in Graston Technique

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www.marquettept.com

Leawood

13430 Briar, Suite C Leawood, KS 66209 Phone: 913-484-7632 Fax: 913.686.6730

Forever grateful for the support we have received for 10 years!

De Soto Chiropractic & Acupuncture

33255 Lexington Avenue Suite B De Soto Phone 913-583-3700 Fax 913-585-3036 Monday-Thursday 9 to 1 n 3 to 6 n Friday 9 to 11

Early Detection of Lung Cancer - a Unique Opportunity

–submitted by Oncimmune® Oncimmune Ltd is headquartered in Nottingham, UK Testing is conducted in our CLIA-approved laboratory, based in De Soto, in the Kansas City area.

www.oncimmune.co.uk

Oncimmune® is a leading early cancer detection company. It has pioneered the development of autoantibody assay technologies that have the potential to allow cancer detection up to 4 years earlier than other methods, see Figure 1, and be applied to a wide range of solid tumor types. In 2009, Oncimmune launched its proprietary platform technology for early cancer detection, called EarlyCDT®. Oncimmune is headquartered in Nottingham, UK and testing is conducted in our CLIAFigure 1 approved laboratory, based in metro Kansas City, USA.

Oncimmune’s EarlyCDT cancer detection tests are based on the presence in the blood of autoantibodies against specific tumor associated antigens. When a tumor is present, it produces abnormal proteins (known as antigens). Cancer antigens are different to normal antigens so the body reacts to these antigens by producing autoantibodies. These autoantibodies, which can arise in the earliest stages of cancer and have been shown to be present at all stages, are produced in sufficient quantities to be measured in an individual's blood using a simple blood test.

The first test, EarlyCDT®-Lung, was commercialized in 2009 and test marketed until 2012, at which time it launched nationally across the US. Since then over 125,000 commercial tests, from over 2,000 physicians, have been run in the US and it is now also available in the UK and other regions. EarlyCDT-Lung has been developed so that individuals at moderate or high risk of developing lung cancer, primarily smokers and exsmokers, can benefit from an increased chance that lung cancer can be detected at the earliest possible stages, when treatment can be most successful. Almost 80% of lung cancer patients are diagnosed at late stage, which contributes to poor survival rates. As illustrated in Figure 2, 5-year survival rates are only 17%; however, when detected early, lung cancer survival rates more than triple to 55% and can be as high as 90%.

Figure 2

EarlyCDT-Lung offers a complementary approach to annual CT screening, seen as the gold standard in the USA for early lung cancer detection. As a simple blood test, EarlyCDT-Lung can be used when individuals are unwilling or unable to undergo lifelong, annual CT screening. It can also be used when an individual is at increased risk but does not meet the criteria for annual CT screening. In addition, the EarlyCDT-Lung test can be used in conjunction with diagnostic imaging techniques to further assess the risk of lung cancer being present where indeterminate lung nodules have been detected but have not been diagnosed as malignant.

EarlyCDT-Lung has aided in identifying numerous early stage Oncimmune’s EarlyCDT-Lung test has undergone extensive lung cancers. One such patient is Sandra, a long-time smoker scientific and clinical validation studies. More than 120,000 who went to her doctor for a kidney problem. A CT scan was patient samples were run to validate its technical and clinical performed, which incidentally revealed a nodule on her lung. performance to 2012. Twenty-one peer reviewed publications On a follow-up CT, the nodule was seen again. Subsequently, a support the EarlyCDT autoantibody platform. An audit of clinical PET scan was inconclusive. She learned about EarlyCDT-Lung data from the first 1,600 patients tested by EarlyCDT-Lung shows from Oncimmune's website. She discussed this with her its utility in detecting early stage lung cancer and its overall pulmonologist, who subsequently ordered the test. Sandra's performance. Numerous leading institutions are running the test. blood test came back positive for elevated levels of a lung EarlyCDT-Lung is being used in what is generally acknowledged to cancer-associated autoantibody. The doctor then performed a be the largest randomized trial ever conducted for the early biopsy, which showed a Stage IA lung cancer, and the tumor detection of lung cancer using biomarkers; the National Health was removed immediately. No radiation or chemotherapy was Service (NHS) Scotland ECLS study of more than 10,000 high-risk required for Sandra, and over 4 years later she remains cancersmokers. free, has quit smoking, and is continuing to teach Zumba. classes.

Oncimmune has strong IP and world-class Scientific Advisory Board and Lung Clinical Advisory Group guiding the test's development. The Company also aims to develop EarlyCDT tests for other cancers, in particular liver and ovarian cancers, and these tests are currently undergoing validation.

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Discovering De Soto PUBLIC SAFETY AGENCY

Proudly serving the City of De Soto and Northwest Johnson County

the city’s fire engine was pulled by hand or horse.

In 1953 a new fire truck was purchased and housed at Memorial Hall in De Soto. The Volunteer Fire Department grew to 25 firefighters during the 1980’s and 1990’s. In 2000 funding provided 24/7 fulltime staffing and part time personnel with Fire Chief Kevin Ritter.

The Lexington Township Fire Department provided fire protection for the rural areas in northwest Fighting fires is only one important facet of Johnson County. In 1982, Johnson County Fire this public safety agency. Firefighters serve District #3 was formed to provide services for their communities in many important ways.

Lexington Township, part of Olathe Township and The Northwest Consolidated Fire District (NWCFD) part of the City of De Soto. Full time staffing at the Kill Creek Road Station began in 1992 with Fire Chief services De Soto and the surrounding rural areas Terry Zahner. The station at 127th and Gardner with a staff of 20 full-time, 18 part-time, and Road was opened in 1990. Both in the De Soto and 12 volunteer firefighters/EMT’s. NWCFD Johnson County Fire District #3 relied heavily command staff are Fire Chief Mike Whim on volunteer firefighters. and Operations Chief Mark Billquist.

In June 2005, Johnson County Fire A five member Board of Trustees District 3 (JCFD3) Chief Terry Zahner is appointed jointly by the Johnson and De Soto (DFD) Fire Chief Kevin County Board of County CommisRitter discussed working towards sioners and the De Soto City Council. consolidating the two departments.

Station #1 In 2008 the De Soto Fire Department 9745 Kill Creek Road • De Soto (DFD) and Johnson County Fire Station #2 District #3 (JCFD3) met to begin the 29520 W 127th Street • Olathe consolidation process. On May 21, 2009, Station #3 the Johnson County Board of County 33150 W 83rd Street • De Soto Commissioners approved Resolution No. 033-09 Consolidating the two fire districts. On 913-583-3886 non-emergency In an emergency call 911 January 1, 2010, both DFD and JCFD3 ended and the The NWCFD District covers approximately 70 square Northwest Consolidated Fire District (NWCFD) began. miles spanning to the north at the Kansas River, south “We have been together, not separate, for over six years now.” says Chief Mike Whim. “We need to do to 143rd Street, west to Douglas County, and to De more than we have in the past. The opportunity of Soto’s City Limits to the East.

MAJOR INCIDENT TYPES FOR 2015 future years will rely on seekOver 800 calls are received yearly. ing a new direction. Our % Rescue & Emergency NWCFD providing fire suppression, 59.97 department is going to be a Medical Service rescue operations, haz/mat incidents, % benchmark that others will Good Intent 13.08 vehicle extrication, emergency medical want to follow. Each of our % services, fire prevention programs, Fires 8.32 members will be needed to public education and fire inspection False Alarm & % this going and reach a 8.06 keep False Call programs. NWCFD also partners with goal–to achieve success in the National Weather Service to provide Service Call 5.94% improving Emergency Medical grassland fire danger index information Hazardous Condition 3.70% and Fire response, apparatus for Johnson County. (no fire) upgrades, and new stations that Severe Weather & 0.40% will assist with future growth The De Soto City Fire Department was Natural Disaster % formally founded in 1923, with earlier in mind. This is “Northwest Special Incident 0.26 historical data from the 1800’s where report generated by NWCFD graphics RMB design Consolidated Fire District.”

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NWCFD in action at recent fires in De Soto.

Photography supplied by NWCFD

911 calls are immediately answered by police dispatch at the County Communication Center (CCC) and are transferred to the Emergency Communication Center (ECC) to dispatch fire/ambulance within a standard of one minute.

The NWCFD responds to every call, as a medical first response, with a large percentage being medically related. Firefighters are also trained as EMTs, and a county paramedic squad is housed at the NWCFD. Lift assist is available to help someone who has fallen and can’t get up.

There are 17 Med-Act Ambulance Fixed Station Units located throughout Johnson County providing advanced level emergency care within a standard of eight minutes. All agencies operate under a common set of medical protocols to assure a smooth continuum of care for medical emergencies.

There is a medical tiered response from non-emergency/ non-severe to Trauma which are transported to the closest facility–Overland Park Regional or KU Medical Center. Not all calls involve lights and sirens on a response call, allowing for a safer response.

Vehicle accidents are also at different tiers, from minor injuries to an overturned vehicle, with the Fire Department and paramedic being the first response at the scene. If there is any possibility of injuries, the Fire Department, EMT, Med Act Ambulance and Sheriff ’s Department are there to work together to assess, act, and clear the scene as safely and quickly as possible.

When a fire call is received, the level of response is determined by what is on fire–a field, structure or auto. Building fires dispatch many more units. There is an Automatic Aid Agreement within the County supplementing the NW units with additional resources.

Med-Act is dispatched on all structure fire responses– to treat someone rescued from a burning building and also to monitor the safety and well being of firefighters.

Vitals and water consumption are checked to meet standards before returning to a burning structure.

Training is critical for firefighters. Applicants are accepted into a six-month program in firefighting/EMT. Locally, Johnson County Community College Fire Academy and Kansas City Community College offer programs. The Kansas Fire & Training Rescue Institute (kufire.ku.edu) administers national certification for Accredited Fire Science Assoociate of Arts Degrees.

It also offers continuing training opportunities across the state of Kansas.

–continued on page 17

Engine 193, the newest fire truck in the NWCFD fleet.

Responds from Station #3 at 83rd Street in De Soto. Photography by RMB prints

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Discovering De Soto EVENTS

DE SOTO LIBRARY

33145 W. 83rd Street Phone (913) 826-4600 Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm • Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm Saturday 10 am - 2 pm

De Soto Book Group

Kansas Old Time Fiddlers, Pickers & Singers invite you

to join them the Third Friday of every month in the De Soto City Hall Gymnasium located at 32905 West 84th Street.

Open Jam Session from 3 pm to 5:30 pm.

Meets Monthly First Wednesday 1 - 2:30 pm

Pot Luck at 5:30 pm. Come and participate or just enjoy classic country, bluegrass and gospel music.

Saturday 2/13 11 am - 1 pm

Contact Doug Danner, president of the KOFPAS De Soto Chapter at: ddanner1@kc.rr.com

Second Saturdays Hands-On: Let’s Make Puppets

Join us and make your very own finger sock or marionette puppet. Free Event.

Formal program at 6:15.

Johnson County Library Foundation’s “Stay Home and Read a Book Ball” Sunday March 6 • 8:30 am 8:00 pm

Join us on Facebook or Twitter to share photos and comments as you read a great book in the comfort of your own home! We welcome best-selling author Gillian Flynn as our honorary host to celebrate readi jocolibraryfoundation.org   

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continued from page 15 Firefighters receive medical/fire training every day at NWCFD. Ladder training, hose usage, CPR classes, Ice Rescue, EMS training are some areas that are part of the continual process of learning and review. Full time crews just completed a 90-day Fire Inspector I to assist the city and county with code enforcement.

In addition to the emergency response facet of being a firefighter, the NWCFD continues to be involved in the community it serves. Fire and Safety Presentations are given at schools, educating children. Recently, a young Starside student awoke to a smoke alarm going off in their home. They remembered the fire presentation given at school, and what to do when a smoke alarm goes off.

The Reflective Address Markers Program

began four years ago in the NWCFD district.

These markers increase the visibility of homes and properties, especially in rural areas. The bright blue reflective sign displays your house number on both sides. They are assembled right in the NWCFD station. An order form is at the bottom of the home page web site. (select the box on the bottom right to display and print) www.nwcfd.org or call (913) 583-3886 On the NWCFD web site, you’ll find winter driving tips, contact information, learn about their trucks, staff, and additional information.

Burn Permits regulations are also listed and are required for all burns in the district. Applicants are requested to call 583-3886 preferably between 8 am and 10 am on the day of your burn for a free permit.

The Northwest Consolidated Fire District is considering a public open house later in the year to continue informing and educating the community it serves.

–Rose Burgweger, Editor

NWCFD firefighters train daily to keep their skills sharp.

Photography supplied by NWCFD

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Discovering De Soto ARTS

Rural Kansas Photo Places 2nd

Local Photographer, Dick Stine, had two pieces selected for the Rural Kansas Photography Contest, sponsored by KU Medical Center. “Fixin’ Fence” placed second in the Heartland Adventures Category. It is a tribute to his brother-in-law, the cowboy in the photo.

“Monument Rock” was a finalist in Community Landmarks. Finalists were selected from over 700 entries and exhibited at KU Medical Center’s Murray Hall. View winners for this annual show at: www.ruralhealth.kumc.edu

R. G. Endres Gallery Prairie Village In memory of Robert Endres, the gallery located in the City Hall of Prairie Village carries on his enthusiasm of the arts by having monthly exhibits and the annual “State of the Arts” Show. Several artists from De Soto have been part of this juried exhibit.

For the month of February, Rose Burgweger will be exhibiting, along with Pamela Peters/ Gregory Gutenko.

Rose will show many rural and inspirational photos taken in De Soto.

Opening Reception Friday, February 12, from 6:30-7:30 pm.

De Soto Arts Council Exhibit Friday, February 12 • 5 pm to 8 pm De Soto High School Art Students, Zach Yarbrough and Sam McGuire will show their work in the gallery space of the De Soto Arts Center. Visitors will be able to meet the two young artists and purchase their work.

Former De Soto artists Mary McDaniel and Margaret Johnston works will also be on display in the hallway leading to the Arts Center. They were former members of the “Arts Shack.”

Exhibits are free and open to the public.

Refreshments will be served.

The De Soto Arts Council is located in the lower level of City Hall at 32905 W. 84th Street.

In 2010, the Endres Family donated the original oil painting shown above, by Michel Henry, to Mill Creek Middle School. It was part of Robert Endres’ private art collection.

The De Soto Arts Council assisted in placing the artwork in a suitA Festive Arts Celebration! able setting in the school district.

De Soto Photographers Carrie Dvorak, Rose Burgweger, Dick Robert Endres also served as Stine, Jim Walker and Tree Sculpture Artist Kathy Horniman Chair of the Arts Council of Johnson were all juried into the 5th annual Arti Gras. The event is held at County, where he was Chairman the Leawood Community Center, 4800 Town Emeritus of the “Shooting Stars Center Drive. Over 80 local artists will be on display, along with Johnson County Develop- Scholarship & Awards Recognition Program.” The program began mental Emerging Artists. in 1997, recognizing excellence Friday, 26 OpeningPre Night Reception is on sented the Visual Arts, Music, Literaby the Lea woo d ArtsFeb Council andinthe Leawood Performance Foundation and from 6 to 9 pm. $10 includes appetizers, ture, Theatrical beverages and entertainment, and viewDesignk.

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Febru ary 26go–toSund , Fe ing over 80 selected Proceeds bruSchool ary 28 Deay Soto High seniors are Room, Leatowoo d Com ity Center,nominated the LeawoodOak Foundation fund anmun inclusive 4800 Town each Centeryear Drivefor “Shootplayground for children withFre disabilities. e Exhibition Ho ing urs Stars.” The event will be held Satare on April urdon aySaturday & Sunday Free Exhibition Hours and 11:00 am to 4:030 at pmYardley Hall on the campus of JCCC, with visual artwww.leawood.org Sunday, from 11 am to 4 pm.

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Juried Art Show

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BOOKS De Soto Arts Council Author Event/Book Signing Saturday, April 16 • 2 pm to 5 pm Bill Severns had a 22-year career playing baseball,

six of those with the Milwaukee Brewers farm system.

The following 28 years were devoted to coaching his son’s little league teams.

Keepers of the Sandlot and Sandlot Strategy pull his experiences together to cover parenting, coaching, teaching and nurturing the love of the game.

Bill’s books take you through the sport of baseball, but the ideas and strategies are relevant to any sport.

Good reading with insight into making your child’s sports experiences positive and memorable.

Find more information on Bill, his books and documentary at www.keepersofthesandlot.com

Juliet Kincaid taught writing at Johnson

County Community College for 25 years. Now retired, she focuses on her own writing. Her publications include January Jinx and Fatal February, the first books of the Calendar Mysteries.

The series begins in 1899 and the books follow the adventures of Minty Wilcox and Daniel Price from newly met to newly-wed and beyond in Kansas City, a place that could get downright dangerous a hundred years or so ago. Juliet has started work on Mischief in March, the third book in the series.

All of Juliet’s publications are available at Amazon. com. You can catch up with Juliet at the following: Twitter JulietKincaid Facebook juliet.kincaid Goodread Juliet_Kincaid www.julietkincaid.com

Both authors will be at this event which is free and open to the public.

They will have copies of their books for purchase and signing. Refreshments will be provided!

This is a great opportunity for parents, coaches, young adults and anyone who likes a good read!

The De Soto Arts Center is located in the lower level of City Hall, 32905 W. 84th Street For more information visit the De soto Arts Council Web Site: www.desotoartsks.org –submitted by Carrie Dvorak, De Soto Arts Council President

Scheduling Photo Sessions Now for your Senior Pictures

Portraits–Senior Photos Tom Kuhn Photography 913-484-5341

tom@thomasmkuhn.com

DHS/FSU Graduate publishes first book!

Based upon Ben Burgweger’s experience of moving from Kansas to Tallahassee, FL and joining a fraternity, The Love For God & The Ladies captures the college culture and depicts the world of fraternities.

Now, it gives the brothers of Eta great pleasure to cordially extend to you a bid of invitation to pledge your semester to a fraternity with a rich history of knighthood, a cryptic forest, Mighty Marty the bobcat who loves to party, and a secret trip out the back double doors, all underneath God’s breath upon the peak of the house.

Order and preview at www.bcburgweger.com Also available at Amazon.com kindle and paperback 19

Discovering De Soto HEARTSw

The Torn Edge

“Torn edges come together to make something beautiful.”

–Michelle Gressel artist, speaker, arranger

“Heart” remodeling has been Michelle Gressel’s business since 2010 using things that are “tossed to the curb, broken, and in pieces” to make whimsical art that is healing. The simple concept of tearing paper and all the jagged and torn edges come together “to make something beautiful” is the essence of Michelle’s delightful work.

Her heART is rooted in faith and feels blessed to be a conduit of “grace” in many of her client’s stories.

She helps make visual reminders of their journey.

She began this adventure in the Spring of 2010 with some appreciation gifts.

She then began a series of pieces that would teach her about “loving myself–and also loving others.” Having “self-worth” in spite of imperfections.

“Dots” are used in many of her pieces, representative of our imperfections and that none of us are the same, but unique.

Michelle works with a group of adult students through The TRAILS Program at Gardener Edgerton School District and teaches them the artisan trades of sanding, painting and using power tools to create.

Their work is displayed in an art show. She graduated from Pittsburg State and utilizes her Recreational Therapy Degree.

She holds art workshops on location and speaks at a variety of venues, large and small. She has made appearances on the Kansas City Live Morning Show and Action News with KSHB 41. Her clients include: Ronald McDonald House–Children’s Mercy KC, Coca-Cola–DeSoto McDonald’s, KidsTLC–Olathe, WINGS–Anderson County Hospital, Mitchell Chiropractic–Lenexa, and many commissioned private clients.

When working with clients to custom-design projects, she’ll take an idea they want and “go for it” 20

with their input. She takes the ideas that are in her head and each is completed in its own, unique way. She is not on Pintrest. Her ideas flow 24-hours a day directly from her own inspirations. You can find Michelle Gressel on

facebook The Torn Edge, Etsy, You Tube and at www.thetornedge.com where you’ll see an assort-

ment of her ecclectic pieces.

“The Torn Edge” will be at the KC Remodel and Garden Show on February 12-14 at the American Royal. A Gardner resident, she exhibited last year at the Sunflower Artfest in De Soto.

–an interview with Michelle at her studio photos and article by Rose M. Burgweger

Graphics supplied by Michelle Gressel

FAITH The Journey to Easter...

begins with Ash Wednesday on February 10th, and continues through Easter Sunday, March 27th.

Individual introspection and corporate worship experiences will be part of the “journey to Easter” with weekly guides for personal growth. During the season of Lent we experience a time of penitence as we bring before God the brokenness of our lives, asking for God’s healing and forgiveness.

Each Sunday at the De Soto Baptist Church, a symbol will be highlighted as we recall Christ’s sacrifice for us and the ensuing call on our lives to, in turn, sacrifice for Him. The symbols to be used are a nail, dice, whip, the Bread, Cup, crown of thorns, palm leaf, and finally a linen cloth depicting the Resurrection.

Holy Week Services at De Soto Baptist Church: Palm Sunday, March 20th, and the traditional procession of children with Palm leaves with original music by former resident, Jonathan Copeland.

Maundy Thursday, March 24th, we remember and observe the Last Supper with His Disciples before the journey to the Cross the next day.

Good Friday is designated for individual and personal experiences of reflection and repentance.

Easter Sunday there will be two celebration services 8 am and 11 am with meaningful, celebrative music and a bountiful breakfast served inbetween.

Everyone is welcome at any of these services, as together we seek to live better and more productive lives in our community and world.

–submitted by Mary Etta Copelund Saturday, March 26, De Soto Baptist Church Annual Community Egg Hunt 10 am

for children in strollers to 5th grade. (parents will cherish first “egg hunt” pictures)

Through the light of the sun and natural surroundings an artist illlustrates Holy Week through Scripture & Photography.

Celebrating the Resurrection!

Last year during the Lenten Season, I was inspired to put together a series of photographs with Scripture to portray “Holy Week.”

The next pages visually walk you through Jesus’ last week on Earth–the Garden of Gethsemane, the Road of Suffering, His Crucifixtion, The Tomb and glorious Easter that Celebrates the Resurrection!

This collage, interwoven with Scripture, is for you to reflect and consider what God’s Word says and claims. =

Photography notes: Garden of Gethsemane photographed at Riverfest Park in De Soto during an early, misty morning.

Thorns and Tree photographed along rural roadside in De Soto.

Darkness while driving on 83rd Street on east side of town.

Purple sunset looking over field east of school stadium/field.

Misty roads with telephone poles are photographed at the same area on 95th Street.

Sunrise on 83rd Street on east side of town.

Crosses photographed at Rock Springs in Junction City, Kansas at sunrise.

De Soto United Methodist Church Lent & Easter Activities February 9 6 pm to 9 pm Fat Tuesday Dinner & White Elephant Auction to support Youth Mission Trip February10 6:30 pm Ash Wednesday Service March 24 6:30 pm Maundy Thursday Service March 25 6:30 pm Good Friday Service March 27 8:00 am Early Easter Service 9:15 am Egg Hunt 10:00 am Easter Service canstockphoto

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Discovering De Soto GALLERY OF FAITH After the suffering of His soul, He will see the light of life

Then Jesus went with his disciples , to a place called and he said to them, “My soul is overwhelmed with sorrow to the point of death.”

M A T T H E W 2 6 : 3 6 , 3 8 During the days of Jesus’ life on earth, MARK 14:34 he offered up prayers and petitions with loud cries and tears to the one who could save him from death, and he was heard because of his reverent submission.

Gethsemane

HEBREWS 5:7

...it was impossible From about the sixth hour until the ninth hour darkness came all over the land.

About the ninth hour Jesus cried out in a loud voice,

“Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani?”

M AT T H E W 2 7 : 4 6

My God, my God, why have You forsaken me?

PSALM 22:1

He was pierced for our transgressions, mocked and rejected by men.

A man of sorrows, familiar with suffering. adapted from ISAIAH 53:5 M AT T H E W 2 7 : 2 8 - 3 1

Jesus said,

“Father, forgive them.”

LUKE 23:34

But God raised him from the dead, freeing Him

He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree... by His wounds you are healed.

PETER 2:24

ISAIAH 53:15

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He boldly asked for Jesus’ body. Then he took it down, wrapped it in linen cloth and placed it in a tomb cut in the rock, one in which no one had laid.

Then he rolled a stone against the entrance of the tomb. from JOHN 19:40

LUKE 23:53

M AT T H E W 2 7 : 6 0 M A R K 1 5 : 4 6

...at dawn on the first day of the week they went to the tomb.

An angel of the Lord came down from heaven and going to the tomb rolled back the stone.

His appearance was like lightning...

“Do not be afraid, I know you are looking for Jesus...

He has risen.

He is not here.”

from

M AT T H E W 2 8

MARK 16

LUKE 24

JOHN 20

and be satisfied.

ISAIAH 53:11

Jesus said,

“I am the resurrection and the life.

for death to keep its hold on Him

He who believes in me will live...

Do you believe this?”

from ACTS 2:24

JOHN 11:25

“Surely he was the Son of God!”

The Christ, The Messiah, The Anointed One was not abandoned to the grave, nor did his body see decay. f ro m M AT T H E W 2 7 : 5 4 God has raised Jesus to Life...Exalted to the right hand of God.

MARK 15:39

LUKE 23:47

from ACTS 2:32-33

“Father, into your hands I commit my spirit.” f ro m M AT T H E W 2 7 : 5 0 MARK 15:37

“I am theTruth” from JOHN 14:6

LUKE 23:46

I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed...

ROMANS 8:18

“It is finished.”

JOHN 19:30

“I am the Way” from JOHN 14:6

m from the agony of death ...

I will come forth as gold.

from ACTS 2:24

from JOB 23:10

Even though I walk through the darkest valley...

I will fear no evil, for you are with me... from PSALM 23:4

I saw the LORD always before me.

Because he is at my right hand, I will not be shaken.

Therefore my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices; my body also will rest secure...

You will fill me with Joy in Your Presence. from ACTS 2:25

PSALM 16:8-11

“I am the Life”

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from JOHN 14:6

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Discovering De Soto HEALING for the soul But for you who revere my name, the sun of righteousness will rise

They will be called Oaks of Righteousness, a planting of the LORD for the display of his splendor. with healing in its wings.

And you will go out and leap like calves from ISAIAH 61:1-3 released from the stall.

...the sun of righteousness will rise with

healing in its wings

MALACHI 4:2

portion

MALACHI 4:2

The above passage from Malachi is one of my favorites that holds very rich imagery of God’s healing.

Healing comes in many forms, and sometimes it comes as God’s Grace to endure through His strength.

Gil Rumsey has enjoyed a successful full

ß In 2013, yet another even greater challenge came

time career doing what he enjoys most–art.

When he was eight years old, he was on crutches for 22 weeks after breaking his leg. “I found I had a talent for art, that led me to hours of enjoyment, that eventually became my favorite pasttime,” said Gil. But it was a “soul-searching experience” for him, when he changed majors from Math to Art at K-State. He began selling art in 1969.

In 1973 his picture framing business gave him a natural setting for his art for nearly 40 years. He has enjoyed much success exhibiting his art of K-State, The Plaza, and other Kansas City landmarks.

For over 30 years, his gallery in Old Overland Park established him as a widely known, talented artist.

It was on March 6th, Ash Wednesday, that a blazing fire would destroy Rumsey’s building. He stood across the street as the fire destroyed the building and much of his life’s work.

“He just perseveres,” said Molly Nichols, Rumsey’s daughter. “I remember when the fire happened,” he said, ‘Well, I still have my hands. I can still paint.’

In his 40s, art saw him through a diagnosis of bipolar disorder and later heart disease and multiple stents in coronary arteries. Gil’s advice “Get on medicine, get on with your life.”

Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time–Thomas Merton

Art has been an avenue for Gil to really concentrate and be absorbed, and when finished, feels a sense of accompliment. “His art sustains him,” said his wife, Linda Rumsey.

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as he was diagnosed with Guillain-Barre Syndrome.

It is a rare, painful and temporarily paralyzing illness. GBS began as he was delivering his work to Pittsburg State University and he felt tingling and numbness. The next day they were at the doctor and immediately directed to the emergency room. The illness spread quickly, that within twelve hours Gil was in intensive care on a ventilator, paralyzed from the neck down, given a tracheotomy and feeding tube.

“I was praying, believe me,” Linda Rumsey said.

“I called in my girls, family and wonderful friends.”

It was an overwhelming, frightening time spending three weeks in KU’s IC unit. Doctors did assure them Rumsey would survive. He transferred to Select Specialty Hospital in Kansas City, and then St. Luke’s South in Overland Park. 91 days in the hospital.

As he relearned swallowing, walking, and moving his hands, slowly he recovered. He turned to what has always inspired him and did more than 30 pictures. Sketching as he was on the edge of death, ideas emerged from his chaotic dreams. One he called “Road to Recovery from Oblivion and Illness.”

Rumsey has come back a stronger, vibrant painter, expanding his pallette with even more fervor and and encouraging others. www.GilRumseyArt.com excerpts from Kansas City Star, April 4, 2014 and an interview with Gil at his home/studio.

Sharon Dailey was referred to see

a Liver Specialist, after some ongoing symptoms and unusual bloodwork, at a routine Type I diabetes care appointment.This began an unexpected journey of faith, trials, and care from family, friends, church and co-workers.

She began her first appointments at the Kansas University Medical Liver Treatment Center in Kansas City.

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After a biopsy the KU Med Liver team determined she was dealing with Bile Duct Cancer–a rare incurable cancer. The KU team felt the best treatments would be at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. She was able to see Dr. Gores team at Mayo Clinic, who has been leading the research on this cancer.

In mid October of 2013, it was confirmed that a liver transplant would be needed to survive.

“I did, indeed have a new journey ahead of me.”

Under the Mayo Clinic protocol, Sharon underwent 30 days of I.V. chemotherapy, simultaneous to external beam radiation, and ending the month with internal radiation brachytherapy at the site of the tumor in the duct to subdue cancer growth. She remained on oral chemotherapy 18 months until a “matching” donor liver became available.

The first call came February 26, 2015, but after traveling 10 hours and being prepped for surgery, the disappointed surgeon reported the liver was not good enough. The Dailey’s returned to Kansas and within two days another call came returning them to Rochester to transplant on March 1, 2015.

Complications arose and there was a second surgery. She was released to the local Transplant House in Rochester. A third surgery fixed additonal complications. She was released on April 26.

“The liver functions great now. This has been an incredible journey to keep me alive. I have been grateful to be a walking medical miracle,” says Sharon.

“My best advice to others as they go through cancer or wait for transplant is to be your own health advocate. Surround yourself with family and friends who will support you, pursue the best medical teams, and be ‘patient’ to endure. and remember to depend on God. There is a Bible verse that sustained me throughout. It was Psalm 50:15 ‘Call upon me in the time of trouble and I will deliver you.’ ” “I knew that whether I was permitted to stay alive or whether I would not make it through treatment or transplant that ultimately God was my deliverer. He provided the right people in my life to make things happen AND he gave me the strength to pursue the right resources to get the answers we needed.”

In Rememberance of Steve Prudden Sr.

Steve Prudden Sr. was born September 12, 1939, in Troy, KS. He graduated from Osbourne High School in 1957. He served his country in the Army from 1963 to 1965. Steve married Charlene Rowland on November 23, 1960. They have been married 55+ years and have two sons, Stephen Mitchel and Troy Darren.

Steve and Charlene moved to De Soto from Overland Park to open Steve’s Meat Market in 1969.

Steve enjoyed singing and belonged to the Old Time Fiddlers in De Soto. He sang in surrounding communities and countless weddings, funerals and church services. He was active in the Shriners.

He was a deacon of New Hope Baptist Church in Kansas City, KS and a current member of the De Soto Baptist Church. He was the Mayor of De Soto for four years. Steve was also a member of the Lion’s Club and the Rotary Club.

Stephen Archie “Steve” Prudden, 76, of De Soto, Kansas passed away on January 8, 2016. The funeral service was held on January 12, 2016 at De Soto Baptist Church in De Soto, KS. Richard Copeland of De Soto Baptist Church officiated the service. Visitation was held at Cedar Crest Funeral Home, January 11, 2016. Burial followed at the De Soto Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were handled by Cedar Crest Funeral Home.

Steve is survived by his wife, Charlene Rowland Prudden; his son, Stephen Mitchel and daughter-in-law Pam; grandson, Stephen Mitchel Prudden Jr. and his wife Jennifer; granddaughter, Sarah Nicole Prudden; sisters, Edith Stagner, Kathy Daniels, Helen “Peggy” White, Lila Johnson; several nieces and nephews and other family and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Stephen A. and Nancy Mae Prudden; two sisters, Sharon Mahan and Wuaneta Harter; and a son, Troy Darren Prudden.

In Lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to the American Diabetes Association and the De Soto Baptist Church.

The family of Steve Prudden wishes to thank everyone for prayers, texts, calls and messages that they have received.

Pall bearers: Chance Rowland, Cory England, Rogelio Carrillo, Gary Crutchfield, Tom Daniels, Eddie Daniels Honorary Pall Bearers: David Bedford, Budy Rowland, Wallace Neal, Jack Fletcher, Bobby White, Alvie Stagner, Bobby Neal

https://optn.transplant. hrsa.gov/

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• Piloxing • Zumba • Yoga • 20/20/20 • Get FIT • Blast and Burn • Mid-Day Fitness • Water Aerobics Our certified fitness instructors are ready to help you achieve your fitness goals...

Rochelle began teaching Yoga, Zumba and fitness classes in 2011. It was during this time that she completed her professional training and certifications.

Her interest in health and fitness began as a young girl watching her family live healthy lives by eating right and exercising. She chose to make health and fitness a life long journey, not only for herself, but in helping others along the way. Rochelle teaches Zumba, Yoga and Get FIT. Ellen has been involved in Group Fitness both as a student and an instructor since 2010. She is certified in Piloxing, RIPPED and has completed her professional training and certification for Group Exercise. Her interest in health and fitness comes from wanting to teach her four young daughters by example that wellness is life long journey. Ellen teaches Piloxing, Blast and Burn and 20/20/20.

Kathy is an enthusiastic instructor and brings over 36 years of experience to her Water Aerobics and Mid-Day Fitness classes. She is a certified Personal Trainer with a wealth of knowledge in Group Exercise.

Come visit Kathy and try Mid-Day Fitness or Water Aerobics during the summer.

–contributed by Ellen Johnson

For more information and a complete list of classes, visit: www.desotoks.us/parks-and-recreation.html or contact Justin Huslig, Aquatics and Recreation Manager 913-586-5281.

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–continued from page 2 adjacent to the gym. The result was a 24/7 fitness center making it convenient and affordable for people to exercise. The well-designed area utilizes windows on the north side, to give an open space feel with state-of-the art equipment.

For its members (14 years and older required by law) there is an entire set of Nautilus Equipment that conditions each part of your body. Each piece concentrates on a specific muscle group, as shown on each piece of equipment.

There are five treadmills, three Bicycles, three new ellipticals, and a new StairMaster to give effective, intense workouts. In addition–Battle Ropes for arm workouts, Stretch Ropes to build up muscle, and Bocci Balls for balanace/physical therapy.

Weight Lifting Equipment includes Smith Machine with locks, for those working out by themselves. With a spotter, there is a Free Barbell Set, Free Weights and Handweights from 10 lb. to 100 lbs. The Squat Rack builds up leg strength and protects your back.

Customized Training is also available with Geoff Warner, a certified NASA physical trainer and DHS graduate.

GreatLife Golf & Fitness Centers are thoroughly monitored with technology that gives complete surveillance and safety for both locations.

In addition to developing a golf course and a fitness center for the community, Stephanie has also brought special opportunities for the youth of De Soto with establishing the first Optimist Club of De Soto. This began when parents who worked out at the fitness center had kids who wanted to learn to play golf. A google search for “youth golf ” found the Optimist Club has a unique and exciting “Junior Golf Program” for kids ages 10-18.

This began the path for the “Burning Golf Academy” sponsored by Burning Tree Optimist Club of De Soto.

The Golf Academy is a six-week program where youth

(ages 6 through 17) receive professional golf instruction.

Teamwork from several area high school golf coaches– Todd Hessong from De Soto, David Walker from Bonner Springs, and Douglas Sandburg from Tonganoxie came together with their top high school golfers. This team assists Professional Golf Instructor, Ryan Patterson, co-owner of Golf Academy of the Northlands. All of the coaches and instructors are members of Burning Tree Optimist Club.

Last year 40 children participated in the successful first year program. Swenson accompanied two Optimist Academy golfers at the Optimist qualifiers for the PGA Nationals. Madeline Gentry and Savannah Gentry competed and placed 1st and 3rd in their divisions. Highlights from last year’s academy at: www.optimist.org/magazine/Fall2015 TheOptimistWinter2016.pdf 2016 Burning Tree Golf Academy • June 7 - July 20 Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2 pm - 3 pm

2016 Registration begins at Parent Registration Meeting April 13 • 7 pm • Burning Tree Golf Course 7909 Wyandotte Street in De Soto

$60 per youth golfer due at registration • deadline May 25th

For Optimist Club information, contact secretary Stephanie Swenson, 913-301-3000 or 816-810-7718 stephanie.swenson@greatlifegolf.com www.greatlife-burningtree.com 913-301-3000

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