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SPECIAL FEATURE “How does your Garden Grow?”

Gardenscapes............................................................... 6 Historical Feed & Garden.......................................... 8-9 Hoop House Gardening............................................. 10-11 PEOPLE How does your Garden Grow.................. 12-13 PLACES Pick-your-own Berry Farms..................... 14-15 Public Gardens............................................................. 14 Parade of Hearts.......................................................... 15 GARDEN TIDBITS Berry Recipes............................ 16 summer events Pull-out Calendar..................... 18-19 Business News............................................................20

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New Employee, Summer in De Soto .......................21-22 Sales Tax Election...........................................................23 City Directory / De Soto Parks & Recreation..........24 HEALTH & FITNESS.................................................... 25 FOOD Herbs, Oasis Nutrition, Cause Coffee........ 26-27

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USD 232 School Board District ................................28-29 Johnson County Library............................................ 29 De Soto Organizations............................................... 30-31 Sunflower Ammunition Plant.................................. 30-31 Garden Groups & Resources.................................... 30-31 FAITH In the Garden, Vacation Bible School...... 32-33

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Actually two men in my life inspired my appreciation and skill in gardening. Growing up, my “Opa” Hueneburg purchased a lot and made his own Hueneburg Garden.

My husband Bill, an avid gardener, grew up on a farm, retired from John Deere, and truly has a green thumb.

I observed both of these men, and learned to admire and cultivate a garden from each of them.

This issue came about last year as I photographed various gardens. I apologize I could not include more residents, as this is a thriving gardening community.

As De Soto grows, it is heartwarming to have unique businesses open, our hometown food establishments, and plenty of green space in Johnson County.

Enjoy getting out and about in the community again!

Sincerely, Rose Burgweger Discovering De Soto publisher/editor

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Small town De Soto spans quite a large expansive area filled with a variety of homes, farms, large estates and acreage. Amidst the variety of places people live in our town, both in and out of the city limits, there are many beautifully landscaped properities and gardens to be found. I barely scratched the “dirt”, when compiling this “How does your Garden Grow” issue. Enjoy looking through these gardening pages, take your time and enjoy “smelling the flowers” throughout the issue

Our home turns into a quaint German chalet, with vines covering almost all of the trim, stone and walls by mid-summer, when gardens are at their peak. Though vines add a charming touch to a home, they can be harmful to stone, mortar, painted walls and especially chimneys. Unfortunately under that lush greenery there are areas that will need some repainting and repair.

While I was sending out page proofs to featured gardeners, someone responded “Does De Soto have a Garden Club?” Within just a few minutes, I received a few more emails saying ”I am interesting in joining one.” I thought I would see if there are others interested in starting a De Soto Garden Club in De Soto.

Email Rose Burgweger at rosebuds@mac.com with garden club in the subject line. Include your name, address, phone number and any ideas you have.

White German Asparagus fill the downtown lot of Dennis Erwin’s home.

He found his “spot” back in 1995 while driving in the area. “Throughout the years we’ve enjoyed the great neighborhood,” Dennis said with enthusiasm and a bit of small-town pride. He was featured in Discovering De Soto’s Bountiful Lands Fall 2019 issue–but I thought his White German Asparagus was worth mentioning again for our How does your Garden Grow Issue.

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De Soto Feed & Garden 8155 Hadley Road De Soto, Kansas 66018 (913) 583-1112 https://www.desotofeed.com

historical feed&garden Located across from Miller Park, just north of 83rd Street as you enter De Soto from the east side of town, you’ll find De Soto Feed & Garden, locally owned and operated by the Heinen family since September 2006.

The business provides an array of “Feed & Garden” items throughout the year. Shelves are stocked with a wide variety of bird food and bird feeders; a plentiful assortment of cat food, dog food, horse and cattle feed; along with chicken feed.

You’ll also find everything you need for growing your own garden and tending to your lawn–bags of mulch and potting soil; fertilizers and weed control products; and varieties of grass seed suited for our area. Flower and vegetable seeds are also available for area gardeners.

Local farmers provide hay bales and straw that are available for purchase throughout the year.

Also, inside you’ll find an assortment of garden gift items, as well as a delightfull collection of fairy garden figurines.

The outdoors is transformed into De Soto’s local garden center with a large assortment of beautiful and lush bedding and vegetable plants (bushes and shrubs are not available).

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De Soto Feed & Garden bedding plants, herb and vegetable plants

are homegrown in their greenhouse, located on their 20-acre property that borders the south side of De Soto.

Built in September 2010, the first greenhouse growing season was in 2011. Plants were ordered from wholesalers previously.

Seed plantings begin by the end of December with Lavender, Rosemary, Coneflowers, and Angelonia. “We follow the calendar to have plants ready by the end of April or early May,” explained Jennifer Heinen, who manages operations.

Through years of experience, Jennifer knows just how long everything takes to germinate and grow. “No sun means no growth in the greenhouse, while a couple of days of sunshine will bring spurts of growth,” Jennifer informed.

During winter months when temperatures get up to 50˚ outside, the greenhouse can get up to 100˚. At 80˚ fans kick in for climate control. Jennifer works mainly in the mornings and evenings, due to the afternoon heat.

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Summer 2022 “Desoto Feed & Grain” previously distributed grain to area farmers.

The historical site was first built as a brick flouring mill in 1879, and sold to Major Hadley in 1882.

Cornmeal and grinding feed were first made, with wheat flour production beginning in 1890.

De Soto Feed & Garden is located at 8155 Hadley Road, reflecting its past history.1

Jennifer advises that you know your seed source and the germination rate. She added when replanting your own seeds, cross pollination can occur, and you are not always sure what color will result when it grows.

Flower “plugs” are transplanted the end of February/early March. These are tiny 2-3 inch plants transplanted into 4 1/2 inch pots that will grow for two months. “With seeds you do not get a full yield for each seed–with plugs, you know you buy 84 plugs and they will yield 84 plants.” Jennifer explained. “Plugs allow you to increase your variety, and buy smaller quantities., while seeds are purchased in 200-500 packets.” She added, there are specific greenhouses that grow shade plants or sun plants.

Pepper and tomato plantings are staggered from mid April to mid May. All vegetables are grown from seed.

Each year sales have increased at De Soto Feed & Garden.

Covid brought an increased interest to gardening. This year an abundant assortment of 2,500 flowers were planted from seeds and plugs; 1,500 vegetable and herb plants from seed; 100 hanging baskets and 45 large coco baskets.

“The first and second weeks of May are the prime times to get the best selection of our local, home-grown bedding plants, flower baskets and vegetable plants,” announced Jennifer.

–photography and article by Rose M. Burgweger Discovering De Soto editor/publisher

Shown at left, is the greenhouse that has been home of many bedding, flower baskets and vegetable plants since 2010. The space is equipped with fans and heating for climate control; and plenty of hoses for watering. The suspended yellow papers control pests, so plants can grow lush and healthy.

Garden Tips: Know where the sun is. How much sun is the area getting–morning sun or afternoon sun (which is stronger, warmer and the most intense). A sun-loving plant needs 6 hours of sun, while impatiens thrive in shaded areas or partly-shaded areas.

Fertilize potted plants weekly with a fertilizer like Miracle Gro. As plants are watered, fertilizers leach out of the soil. It is important to replenish and boost nutrients with fertilizers.

–Jennifer Heinen, De Soto Feed & Garden

Karen Heinen (shown above, front center), surrounded by her family: (left to right) husband, Bob, children Todd, Brian, Jennifer, Allie and Tony.

Karen Heinen, owner and operator of De Soto Feed & Garden, had a long history with the business and was able to live out her love for flowers. She was a farm girl who grew up in Howells, Nebraska and married Robert (Bob) Heinen in 1974.

The family came to De Soto, Kansas in 1988.

She put the “Garden” in De Soto Feed & Garden, when the business was purchased in September of 2006 and pivoted the business from grain to gardening.

Karen had worked for the prior owners, Jim and Martha Carpenter, as their bookkeeper for many years. “When the Carpenters retired, the Heinens bought the business,” daughter Jennifer shared. “My mom already worked there and thought she could make a go of it.”

And that she did, from 2006 until 2013, living her dream and passion. An exceptional array of lush flowers, bedding plants and vegetables were the fruits of her labor of love.

Partially retiring in 2013 with health concerns, she continued caring for flowers at the greenhouse on the family acreage.

For many years she battled cancer, and passed on earlier this year on January 9, 2022. This lovely lady blessed us with many beautiful flowers that were sown and cultivated throughout her lifetime. Karen is truly missed by the community, many lifetime friends and especially by her dear family.

1 De Soto, Kansas Is 100 Years Old 1857-1957 By Dot AshlockLongstreth republished by the De Soto, Kansas is 150 Years Old 1857-2007 Sesquicentennial Committee / City of De Soto.

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Bowlin Family Farms 31915 West 115th Street (115th & Kill Creek Road) (913) 208-1112 (913) 583-9902 https://www.bowlinfarms.net Throughout three generations, Bowlin Family Farms, in nearby bordering Olathe, has been part of De Soto in many ways– participating in community events for many years; providing fresh produce and flowers at farmer’s markets; their local farm stand; and donating summer surplus to the De Soto Food Pantry. This hard-working, adventuresome couple has now built a hoop house.

The high-tunnel “hoop house” spans 30’ x 96’ and extends their growing season by several months. Planted directly in the ground, vegetables are thriving in the hoop house. New this year are hanging flower baskets in assorted varieties.

hoophousegardening “New for ‘22!” Steve excitedly announced. “It has transformed our business!” Steve and Sherry Bowlin, owners of Bowlin Family Farms, ventured into this new project last fall.

The couple built the 30’ x 96’ structure from a purchased kit.

They began the project October 2021 and it was completed by the end of November 2021. “There was plenty of rock to clear,” Steve informed. “200 tons of sand/top soil was brought in from Sahara Sand which will provide better drainage.”

Steve and Sherry Bowlin, owners of Bowlin Family Farms.

The structure allows for the walls to be dropped for air flow on moderate days.

As with a traditional greenhouse, fans are utilized for those sunny days, which heat up the interior of the hoop house. Likewise, heaters keep plants warm on cloudy, overcast days and the cooler nights.

Vegetables were planted in early February from seed. Over 200 flower baskets were assembled: Gladys (Steve’s mom) put the potting soil in the baskets, Sherry planted the flower plugs and Nettie Lochner also assisted. Steve added the wires and hung the plants. “I was skeptical about the plugs, which were only as big as a thumb,” stated Steve, “But they’re all growing well.”

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youN r aGt ai vred eRno cGkr o wE?n d - o f - W i n St eurm/ Smperri n2g0 2 20 2 2 Fox 4 Kansas City News came out to Bowlin Farms recently and interviewed Steve Bowlin about the Farm to Plate Program in the Gardner-Edgerton School District.1 The district’s Director of Nutrition Services Amy Droegemeier crossed paths with local farmer Steve Bowlin, and together they worked to get local produce into USD 231 schools.

The program gives students local, healthy options and also teaches them about fresh foods and how they grow.

Steve has reached out to area school districts in hopes they will also join in.

Farm Progress publication has also covered the Farm to Plate Program.2 Vegetables currently growing in the hoop house (shown above): broccoli, colorful lettuce varieties, tomato plants, and freshly-pulled white turnips.

Cauliflower, beets and spinach are also grown.

1 https://fox4kc.com/news/kc-area-program-feeding-teaching-students-even-after-they-graduate/ 2 https://www.farmprogress.com/crops/adding-more-local-food-school-lunchesmeans-win-win-all/gallery?slide=1

Shown below is the exterior of the “New for 2022” hoop house at Bowlin Family Farms in nearby Olathe.

Bowlin Farms sits on 90 acres of farmland. Garlic and onions have broken ground (shown above). Colorful Zinnias are also grown each year.

Shown at right, fresh watermelons are part of the Farm to Plate Program at Gardner-Edgerton School District.

18 different plug mixtures were purchased for the hanging flower baskets. Four plugs with three varieties of flowers are planted in each hanging basket. Varieties of Verbena, Petunias and Impatiens are a few of the flower assortments.

Also coming soon are hanging Begonia plants. Each hanging flower basket is watered by hand–which makes for very labor intensive care. Look for Zinnias and Sunflowers grown outside the hoop house after the threat of frost.

Plenty of farm-fresh goodness awaits you at Bowlin Farms!

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Kaye and Carol Frisbie plant De Soto garden

When Kaye Frisbie moved to De Soto in 2015, she sought ways to get involved in the community. Kaye’s mother, Carol Frisbie moved in with Kaye, and the rest is history.

Both Kaye and Carol are former educators from Lyons, Kansas and have big hearts for community service. They approached city leaders about enhancing De Soto’s streetscape.

On the corner of Lexington Avenue and Penner Avenue, this mother-daughter duo plant their seeds of kindness.

The De Soto stone wall contains brilliant displays of flowers and shrubs, changing throughout the years. “I’m all about colors and what thrives with each new season,” states Kaye.

Beautifying the signage gives Kaye a sense of pride, especially when community members compliment her efforts or offer to lend a hand. While Carol no longer actively gardens, she has a vision for future cityscapes. “So much potential exists in De Soto,” envisions Carol. Kaye continues to dedicate hours each week watering, deadheading, and fertilizing the streetscape. She hopes to inspire and recruit others to join her gardening pursuit, saying “It’s a dirt-cheap form of therapy.”

Beautification/Gardening Tips from the Frisbie’s: • Keep it simple, focusing on color and plant size.

• Start with good dirt. Slow-release fertilizer is ideal.

• Ensure a manageable water source is nearby.

• Deadhead flowers to ensure continous blooms.

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Master Gardner Teri Scott

Master Gardner and environmental enthusiast Teri Scott knows a thing or two about making her garden grow. Earning her title in 2012 from the Johnson County Extension Master Gardeners Program, Teri lovingly refers to nature as her “church.” As part of the Master Gardner Program, Teri spent countless hours volunteering at various gardens in Johnson County and devoted an eight-hour workday per week to attend classes.

Teri revealed her green thumb volunteering in the Monet Garden at the Overland Park Arboretum. This one acre garden exhibits Claude Monet’s propensity for color-blending, boasting a variety of freeflowing trees, shrubs, and flowers. Teri’s flourishing gardening resume also includes area churches, Kansas City Community Gardens, and Pendleton’s Country Market.

In 2018, Teri and her husband planted their roots in De Soto, designing their house to include a Garden Room for growing seeds indoors. With her brother’s help and his tractor, Teri transformed the weed-laden landscape into an ornate display of native limestone, flowers, and grasses. “We placed an emphasis on native grasses because you can leave them up all year and it gives birds and pollinators a place to live.”

While Teri continues to augment raised garden beds, native flowers, and dry riverbeds at home, her true passion is constructing decorative fairy and teacup gardens. She will soon partner with Washington Creek Lavender Farms to design a few gardens for their charming facilities.

Teri is eager to expand her reach by sharing her horticultural talents here in De Soto.

Master Gardening Tips from Teri: • Know the soil and sunlight in your area.

• Plant native flowers and grasses, when possible.

• Go organic. Avoid herbicides and pesticides.

• Compost is key! Place compost zones in convenient locations.

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Summer 2022 The Zimmerman Garden dates back to the 1950’s.

The garden was already established when the property was purchased. Located off of Kill Creek Road, south of The Barn, the family garden continues to grow an assortment of vegetables.

Last year, Karen Zimmerman and daughter Brenna planted a flower garden consisting of Marigolds, Black-eyed Susans, Zinnias and Sunflowers (shown at left). During Covid, they dropped off many flower arrangements to the residents of Hillside Village in De Soto. These brought much cheer and joy to many!

This summer, look for Bee’s Knees Flower Stand on the property, where you can stop by and buy freshly-cut, locally-grown flowers in De Soto.

(Know that bee’s knees means “outstanding good person or thing,” kind of like the “cat’s meow.”)

Metal floral sculptures were found along Lexington Avenue–at the home of Verle Istas. His garden pieces decorated the city streets for many years. They were distributed to his many children after his passing in October 2020. Shown above is Verle standing in his metal garden, his metal rose petals and prickly cacti creations.

Above, bottom right, prickly pear cacti in the Burgweger garden.

A palette of colorful flowers are found in Cathi Freund’s beautifully arranged potted plants that are placed throughout her outdoor areas.

She has found with having rocky soil, potted plants are a lovely alternative.

“Hallmark inspired me,” says Cathi, a former Hallmark artist.

“All my friends (fellow artists) also loved flowers. We would bring in flowers and paint them from life.”

“I have enjoyed gardening since I was first married,” shared Linda Lane. Through many years her gardens have flourished.

Shown above is her backyard garden, filled with assorted perennials and annuals, brightly-colored Jackson & Perkins Roses (her favorite brand), and mums in the foreground.

Shown in the upper-left corner is “12 Oaks Chapel.” A dying tree had to be cut down last year, and Linda asked that the trunk would be saved. It became a great pedestal for the church that was built by her son, Bryan Lane, for her birthday last year. Artist and neighbor Mike Ash made stained glass windows; chimes were added on top for church bells; and Charlene Prudden added the cross that lights up at night. The church is actually 3 feet tall and two feet wide, and it took many combined efforts to raise up the chapel to overlook the beautiful garden filled with life.

A combination of pots, window boxes and moss-planters are filled each spring using fresh moisture-controlled soil.

Cathi uses Nature Source Plant Food, which can be purchased at Homestead Green House and Garden Center in Leavenworth.

It is worth the drive, she says.

“Vines add so much, as they cascade over the sides,” shared Cathi. The bright green creeping jenny vine is her favorite (shown at right), along with pink, blue and purple flowers.

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Enjoy local De Soto Pick-your-own berry farms

by Katherine Diaz, Contributing Writer

Enjoy visiting area public gardens Grinter Farms https://www.facebook.com/GrinterFarms 24154 Stillwell Road, Lawrence Sunflower farm opens early September; no admission fee Kauffman Gardens https://www.murielmcbrienkauffmanfoundation.org/memorial-garden 4800 Rockhill Road, Kansas City, MO Open daily 8 to dusk; no admission fee Loose Park-Rose Gardens https://kcparks.org/places/laura-conyers-smith-municipalrose- garden/ 5200 Wornall, Kansas City, MO Open daily 8 to dusk; no admission fee Overland Park Arboretum https://www.opkansas.org/recreation-fun/ arboretum-botanical-gardens/ 8909 W. 179th Street, Overland Park Phone 913-685-3604 Open daily 9 to 5; Wednesdays 7 to 5; Thursdays 9 to 8 $3 fee Powell Gardens https://powellgardens.org/visit 1609 N.W. U.S. Highway 50, Kingsville, MO Phone 816-697-2600 Open May: Wednesday-Sunday 9 to 5 Memorial Day 9 to 5 May 31-July 17 Tuesday-Sunday 9 to 5 4th of July 9 to 5 July 21-August 7 Daily 9 to 8 August 9-September 4 Tuesday-Sunday 9 to 5 Labor Day 9 to 5 $10 admission fee Suburban Lawn & Garden (indoor retail greenhouse) K-7 & Prairie Star Pkwy, Lenexa 913-897-5100 Open Monday-Saturday 8-6 Sunday 10-5

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Stonebriar Farm 9035 Edgerton Road, De Soto (913) 583-0361 https://www.stonebriarfarmks.com StoneBriar Farm welcomes all ages to its blooming U-pick strawberry field. Familyowned and operated, the field expands across two acres. It is entering its second growing season in De Soto. Previously located in Lenexa, they operated for three years as Meulebeke Market.

“We still feel pretty new even though this is year five,” says Laura Wuthnow, daughter of owners Ron and Lisa Vanlerberg. She assists and helps manage the daily operations of StoneBriar Farm. In the five years of growing strawberries, there have been many learning curves, including estimations of strawberry plants needed as well as managing a you-pick field during a pandemic.

“Two years ago was our best year ever,” says Andrew Koch, night manager at StoneBriar Farm and son-in-law to Ron and Lisa.

“When COVID-19 struck, people were ready to get out of the house.

They would come and pick everything. We would have to close just to let the plants regrow fruit.”

In September, 15,000 strawberry plants were planted for this year’s you-pick season. As the plants mature and berries begin to grow, the best time to pick strawberries is between mid-May to mid-June, according to Laura and Andrew.

“It’s really hard to predict [picking times] every year because the weather is so variable,” says Laura. “We ask for your patience.”

No appointments are currently required to visit the strawberry field.

“We cater to your family and want you to come out and have fun with your family,” Laura explains. We advise visitors they will get a little dirty and to bring appropriate shoes.

While picking, Andrew suggests leaving about an inch of stem on the strawberry to preserve the berry’s life longer. He also says to wait to rinse the berries until you’re ready to eat them.

Picking times vary and depend on weather and availability.

Check their website and social media for up-to-date postings: https://www.stonebriarfarmks.com/picking-times https://www.facebook.com/upickDeSoto and Instagram.

There is no entry fee; you pay for what you pick. Cash only please.

See page 17 for Berry Recipies

Summer 2022

Happy Valley Farm 29080 West 95th Street, De Soto (913) 706-0370 http://happyvalleyfarm-ks.com Patty Durkin points to rows of potted baby blueberry bushes, explaining these are ready to be taken to new homes. At Happy Valley Farm, it’s time for blueberry planting and picking.

“Everything out here in the nursery can be put in other people’s yards now,” says Patty, owner of Happy Valley Farm along with her husband, Spike Durkin. “We teach Edible Landscaping classes and Blueberries 101.” This is a free online video class where Patty and Spike teach those interested in growing blueberry bushes.

At Happy Valley Farm, there are a variety of fruit bushes to learn about throughout the growing season.

“The pandemic taught a lot of families how important it is to be able to provide your own food for yourself and your family,” Patty emphasizes. “I would say to young families with young children, get some blueberry bushes. Start when they’re young. Teach them how to grow and eat fresh fruit with their own hands so they will not be dependent on stores or anybody else.”

Since the creation of the farm in 2004, Patty and Spike have been dedicated to growing their plants, learning what’s best for them and helping guide others in growing their own fresh fruit at home.

“Our customers have had great success!” Patty shares. “In fact, some have expanded what they’ve bought from us several years ago–and have sent photos of their ‘children’ [bushes]!”

Preparing the baby bushes to be sold takes about one year, according to Patty. “We buy hundreds of ‘babies’ every year,” she explains. “Last fall we received 800 [blueberry] ‘babies.’

We grow them until they’re one-year-olds and then start selling them–moving hundreds of blueberry bushes.”

At the end of the season, when the remaining bushes are more mature, Patty and Spike plant the bushes on their two-acre picking field. Visitors can see the farm’s blueberry bushes in full fruition, along with other fruits that include blackberries, bush cherries, gooseberries and grapes.

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Picking time for fruits vary: blueberries and cherries are available in June; gooseberries in June/July; blackberries are ripe in late July/August; while grapes can be picked August/early September.

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Appointments are required for picking and can be made online or by contacting Patty at: http://happyvalleyfarm-ks.com/contact You can pick-your-own picking times for a variety of fruits!

Happy Valley Farm is open daily Monday-Saturday 8 am to 6 pm; Sunday 10 am to 6 pm. In addition to being a pick-your-own berry farm, there are a variety of products and produce available in their Honey Shack and online store throughout the year.

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Growing Peace, Love and Harmony in KC

Created by local artist Cindy Heller, the heart shown above is part of the Parade of Hearts that showcases 154 Hearts from 2 States representing 1 Heartland! With over 700 entries for the Kansas City metropolitan exhibit, a juror panel selected 154 designs that represent a diverse group of artists.

Cindy’s heart is painted as a garden. The centers of the flowers are peace, love and harmony symbols. The KC is outlined on the front side. The base is painted to resemble brick. “It’s a contemporary folk art painting of a garden that represents growing peace, love and harmony in Kansas City,” explained Cindy.

“For the last 15 years, photography has been my primary creative outlet,” shared Cindy. “But I love anything creative and have dabbled in many crafts and art mediums.” Cindy has participated in many art shows and exhibits, including: Art Westport, Sunflower Artfest, Olathe Station Art Fair, Summit Art Festival, Lenexa Art Fair, Art in the Park; The Heartland Artist Exhibition and Arts at the Center Gallery.

Each 5’ x 5’ Heart will be displayed through the end of May, 2022 and are located throughout the Kansas City region.

Parade of Hearts locations are available to view online at: https://theparadeofhearts.com/wp-content/uploads/ 2022/04/Parade-of-Hearts-Checklist-4-18-22.pdf Growing Peace, Love and Harmony in KC is on display at PNC Plaza–Power & LIght District, on 14th Street, between Main and Walnut.

A virtual, interactive map is also available through the app: https://theparadeofhearts.com/app/ With the app, you can scan the QR code on the base of the heart for more information, keep track of which ones you have visited and you may receive coupons for nearby businesses.

The Parade of Hearts is a public arts experience located in America’s heartland as an example of unification and to make our communities stronger. Raised funds will go towards those affected by events of 2020 and 2021.

The hearts willl be auctioned off in June.

More information at: https://theparadeofhearts.com

Parade of Hearts can be viewed until the end of May 2022 throughout the Kansas City metropolitan area.

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Summer 2022

berry syrups

GARDEN TIDBITS Motorized Tillers help break up the ground and prepare the soil when beginning a garden.

Fresh Strawberry Syrup

This is a healthy alternative with fresh strawberries that allows you to adjust the amount of sugar used to the desired sweetness.

1 quart fresh strawberries 1/2 cup sugar (can adjust amount) 2 or 3 T fresh lemon juice 1/4 t salt (optional) 1/3 cup water (approximate) 2 T butter 1 T vanilla In a saucepan, combine strawberries with 1/2 cup sugar, lemon juice and salt. Take a potato masher or fork and crush the strawberries. Bring to a boil for about four minutes. Remove from heat, skim off foam.

Stir in butter and vanilla. Serve over french toast with pecans, waffles or ice cream. Can also substitute for frozen strawberries used in jello recipes.

Deer can easily destroy a garden overnight.

All that joy and time spent tending a garden, can become discouraging when you find your plants have been eaten by deer and other wildlife.

Gardener Bill Burgweger cleared his gardening space and built a protective fence around the area. Using cattle panels and fence posts, it was worth the effort.

Fresh Blueberry Syrup

Using fresh blueberries, this variation also allows you to adjust the amount of sugar and sweetness.

1 pint fresh blueberries 1/3 cup sugar (can adjust amount) 1/3 cup water (approximate) 1 T cornstarch mixed with 1 T water (approximate) 1 T fresh lemon juice In a saucepan, combine blueberries with 1/3 cup sugar, lemon juice and water. Heat until warm.

In a separate glass cup, add 1 T water and 1 T cornstarch, mix well. (do not substitue with flour).

Add to warmed blueberries in sauce pan.

Cook at medium high heat, stirring until sauce thickens.

When it is not practical or aesthically pleasing to put up a fence around your gardening area, there are plenty of alternative deer repellents available at your local garden store and online. In our hosta garden, I have found that Safer DeerOff Stake Stations shown at right have been effective in protecting my hostas. It seems they do need to be replaced after about six weeks, for the remainder of the garden season.

I also came across this website, with additional ideas to deer-proof your garden: https://savvygardening.com/deer-proof-gardens/

Both Strawberry and Blueberry Syrups need to be refrigerated and used within five days.

Bob Bruce’s mini greenhouse can easily be made with bendable wire and a clear plastic tarp. Make sure both are thick enough to withstand the elements.

Bob also places Jump Start Heat Mats underneath plant trays. See Discovering De Soto Summer 2018, Fresh Foods, page 18 for previous feature article.

Turn kitchen scaps into your own Compost Pile shown at left. Egg shells, banana peels, other fruit and vegetable scaps, mixed with golden outdoor brush will compost over time. No meats or cooked foods.

Wrap fencing wire in a circle for a quick homemade compost area, or google compost piles for more ideas.

I received a Luckyermore Garden Kneeler and Seat Bench shown above from my daughter Rebekah. An awesome gift that assists in the garden with kneeling and standing up– especially helpful as gardeners age.

If you are fairly agile, a simple foam pad can also be purchased to provide a cushion when kneeling.

And don’t forget to protect your hands with an assortment of garding gloves, and wear a hat for protection from the sun.

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National Day of Prayer Thursday • May 5 • 12 noon De Soto City Hall Community Center Gym

You are invited to come together to pray for our City and Country.

Childrens Activities Gift Ideas

33 Vendors & 3 Food Trucks Polar Oasis Waffoozles Rivera’s Tacos De Soto Arts Council / De Soto Historical Society

Historical Spring P lein air Art Event Draw or Paint one of six Downtown Historical Sites

FREE EVENT for Adults and Teens Cash Awards Bring your own art supplies (no photography submissions) 10 am to 2 pm Check in at the Arts Council Tent Register https://www.desotoartsks.org/plein-air

De Soto United Methodist Church

Annual Community Church Garage Sale Thursday, Friday, Saturday • May 5-6-7 • 8 am to 4 pm 8760 Kill Creek Road Proceeds to United Methodist Missions

Anabels Makers Market Presents

Spring Vendor Event Downtown De Soto Saturday • May 7 • 10-3 pm on Main Street see ad for more information

De Soto Arts Council

De Soto Historical Society

Historical Plein Air Event Saturday • May 7 • 10-2 pm

register https://www.desotoartsks.org/plein-air

De Soto Chamber of Commerce

Inaugural Sport Clay Shooting Event Friday • May 13 • 10 am

Powder Creek Shooting Park see page 20 for information

Steve’s Meats Here?

USD #232 High School Graduation Saturday • May 21 • Class of 2022 Mill Valley High School • 4:30 pm De Soto High School • 7 pm Outdoor ceremonies will move indoors if there is inclement weather.

City of De Soto

2022 Aquatic Center Season May 28 to September 4 Aquatic Schedule shown at right

FREE Summer Sunset Concert Series Riverfest Park Performances at 6:30 pm & 8:30 pm see City website & facebook page for concert dates and performers

H 4th of July Celebration H Riverfest Park Monday • July 4 • 7 pm Fireworks Display 9:45 pm

music, vendor and food booths open at 7 pm free vendor opportunities at all City Summer Events For more information, contact Whitney Lange at: wlange@desotoks.us

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Discovering De Soto Summer 2022

Kaw Valley Sportsman Association

43rd annual Kids’ Free Fishing Derby Saturday, June 4 • 9 am to 11 am Lexington Lake Park • 8850 Sunflower Road, Shelter #1 Registration begins at 8 am to 10 am for ages up to 15 years old

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2022 Aquatic Center Season

32907 W. 84th Street Phone (913) 586-5283

Drawings for fishing poles • Brown bag lunches provided Call (913) 205-8290 or (913) 583-3532 for more information

Adults & Children $5 Senior Citizens (62+) $2.50

De Soto Public Library

and online: www.desotoks.us/aquaticscenter-1

40th Anniversary Celebration!

June 6 to June 11 see page 29 for more information

The De Soto Rotary fundraiser

Under the age of 2 yrs FREE with paying adult

Season Memberships available at De Soto City Hall See our facebook page for up-to-date notices

2022 Aquatic Center Season b Opening Day Saturday, May 28 12:30 pm– 6 pm

Bingo at the Barn Sunday, June 12 • 3 pm to 5:30 pm

Closing Day Sunday, September 4 12:30 pm– 6 pm

De Soto Chamber of Commerce

Subject to change with Special Events, inclement weather, staff availability and school calendar.

see below ad for more information

Community QuarterMania & Business Expo Friday, July 15 • De Soto VFW Post #6654 Doors open 5:30 pm Auction 6:30 pm-9:30 pm Hosted by the Eudora Area Historical Society

The 80th Anniversary of the Sunflower Plant Thursday • July 21 • 7 pm Eudora Community Center • 1630 Elm Street

live-streamed https://www.facebook.com/EudoraCommunityMuseum

see page 30 for more information

Johnson County 4-H Fair July 31 to August 6 • Johnson County Fairgrounds www.jocokansasfair.com

Look for De Soto’s 4-H Pioneer Club Exhibits and Events

The De Soto Rotary presents

Bingo at the Barn Sunday, June 12 3 pm to 5:30 pm

$20 cash for 20 tickets Extra Tickets $1 each Exchange Tickets for Cards, Games, Black Out & Snacks Gift Cards & Cash Prizes!

Cedar Creek Pharmacy & Wellness Center

b Daily Hours 12:30 pm to 7 pm

Special Hours June 6 through August 4 Lap Swim Monday-Thursday 6:30 am–12 noon Senior Swim Tuesday & Thursday 8 am–9 am Special Hours June 4 through August 13 Splash & Play Saturdays 10:30 am–12 noon For children 5 years old and under ONLY

Special Event Dates & Hours b Splash ‘n Play Night Swim $1 Admission Saturday, June 11 8 pm– 10 pm

4th of July Celebration Regular Admission Monday, July 4 12:30 pm– 6 pm No AM OR PM Activities

Splash ‘n Play Night Swim $1 Admission Friday, July 22 8 pm– 10 pm

Doggie Plunge $3 per Dog Admission Monday, September 5 10 am to 12 noon

End of Season Dates & Hours bAugust 14 through September 4 Monday-Friday Closed Saturdays 12:30 pm– 6 pm Sundays 12:30 pm– 6 pm

Closing Day Sunday, September 4 12:30 pm– 6 pm De Soto Aquatic Center Food and Drink Policy: Outside food and drinks are NOT allowed to be brought into the De Soto Aquatic Center, with the exception of a water bottle.

Concession items may be consumed on site.

Please utilize trash receptacles and dispose of all your items.

Snack items/beverages only allowed for infants.

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BUSINESS NEWS De Soto Chamber of Commerce

Chamber Monthly Membership Luncheons Held the second Thursday of each month at 11:30 am.

Enjoy lunch, a guest speaker and networking with fellow members.

Upcoming Luncheon Dates: May 12 June 9 July 14 De Soto Chamber of Commerce website: https://www.desotoks.org/

O’Reilly Auto Parts Store Now Open in De Soto

O’Reilly Auto Parts store, located at 34009 West 91st Terrace, opened Saturday, April 30, 2022. Shelves are stocked and doors are open!

Store hours: Monday-Saturday 7:30 am to 9 pm; Sunday 8 am to 8 pm.

Taco Bell Rob Daniels was awarded the 2022 Chamber Member of the Year Award by De Soto Chamber Chairman Andrew Jacober and De Soto Chamber and Economic Development President Sara Ritter.

The De Soto Chamber of Commerce Spring Golf Tournament was held on Friday, April 29 at Oak Country Golf Course.

All proceeds benefited the De Soto Chamber of Commerce.

Building Permits have been issued by the City of De Soto for a new Taco Bell to be built on Commerce Drive. First Street Development Company, a full service retail and restaurant development company, will develop this Taco Bell location. http://www.firststreetdev.com/ #taco-bell-development After groundbreaking, the construction time frame is expected to be approximately four months.

Upcoming De Soto Chamber of Commerce Summer Events: The Inaugural Sporting Clay Shooting Event Friday, May 13, 2022 Registration and check-in 10 am Start time 10:30 am Powder Creek Shooting Park 8601 Monticello Road in Lenexa.

Teams of (4) with 50 rounds (ammo not included).

Price includes lunch and field fees. $75 per shooter or $300 per team.

Sponsored by: Up In Arms Kansas / Ritter Cigar Company Contact Katy Fallon at 913-583-1585 or email: kfallon@desotoks.org https://www.desotoks.org/chamber-of-commerce/chamberevents/#!event/2022/3/11/chamber-shooting-event The Community QuarterMania and Business Expo Event Friday, July 15, 2022 Doors open 5:30 pm, Auction 6:30 pm-9:30 pm De Soto VFW Post #6654 33725 W. 84th Street Purchase a paddle and bid with quarters to win great items.

Visit with businesses and learn about their products and services.

Anabel’s Makers Market new location and hours

Anabel’s Makers Market has moved across the street into the vacated space by Jena Boom, located at 33080 West 83rd Street.

The new space expands Anabel’s Downtown De Soto gift shop considerably. “It has been well received, and we are really happy to be here in a bigger spot. We can support more businesses–and that is what I do!” exclaimed Anabel Sanchez. “In addition to being open Thursday and Friday from 11 to 5, and Saturday 10 to 3, we are now open on Sundays from 11 to 2.”

The downtown De Soto gift shop opened in November 2019, two months before Covid hit and businesses were shut down. Anabel opened with less than 20 vendors, and now has over 40 vendors.

Gift shop items are handmade by local and surrounding area artisans and talented makers. https://www.facebook.com/amakersgiftshop An energetic business owner, she has organized several public events in Downtown De Soto. See page 18 for Spring Fling Event.

Local, privately owned, friendly.

We have what you need for hunting, home defense, or personal protection.

We offer new, used, consignment and trades.

33490 Lexington Ave, Suite F 913-608-3288 UpinArmsKansas.com sales@upinarmskansas.com

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Oasis Nutrition

Local residents Mitch and Sherelle Witt opened Oasis Nutrition on April 2, 2022, at 33490 Lexington Avenue in De Soto. The space became available after BubbleCream’s closed its business in 2021.

See page 26 for more information on this new business.

The Cottages of Possum Creek

All 19 homes have now been sold by Shelly Milburn, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate / Kansas City Homes. The neighborhood was the vision of Joe Rawie that began in 2018.

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CITY MEETINGS City Council Meetings First and Third Thursdays @ 7pm City Planning Commission Fourth Tuesdays @ 6pm Municipal Court Second and Fourth Mondays @ 6pm City Council and Planning Commission Agendas/ Minutes can be found on the City website: www.desotoks.us/AgendaCenter

C O N N E C T WI T H U S 32905 West 84th Street PO Box C De Soto, Kansas 66018 913-583-1182 913-583-3123 (fax) www.desotoks.us Follow the QR code to access frequently-used applications, links, and City social media accounts!

CITY WELCOMES NEW EMPLOYEE The City of De Soto hired Mayte Diaz to fill the position of Accounts Payable & Utility Billing Clerk. Mayte joined City Staff on March 14, 2022.

You'll see a new face around City Hall these days as we welcomed our new Accounts Payable & front office Utility Clerk, Mayte (pronounced "MY-teh")!

However, Mayte is no stranger to De Soto; she's lived here almost her entire life and graduated from De Soto High School. "I have deep roots in De Soto and am very fond of the small, tight-knit community. I have lived here since the age of one and my grandparents were here before me; naturally, I loved the idea of serving my community."

During the hiring process, City Finance Director Bonnie Bennett - who oversees both utilities and accounts payable - was confident the City had found the right mix of positivity, professionalism, community oriented, and compassionate to fill this position; "Mayte's MAYTE DIAZ | ACCOUNTS PAYABLE & UTILITY BILLING CLERK experience in accounts receivable is definitely an asset to learning this role, but it was her work as a caregiver and an advocate for the Hispanic community in the Kansas City metro that really made her stand out."

Mayte jumped right in learning her dual roles and says her #1 priority is to make the transition as easy as possible for residents. "I had big shoes to fill after Nancy worked here for so long [retired after 15 years in April 2022] and knew the residents very well; my goal is to maintain smooth operations for guests as I get to know the community and role better!"

"Mayte has been here less than a month, and we can already tell the impact she will have in this role and on De Soto." Communications Director Whitney Lange continues, "she has this empathetic, caring, and advocate-natured personality that will not only help us maintain relationships with the residents who walk in or call every 2022 STREET PROJECTS day, but also connect us with new members of the community. We are very lucky to have her on the team!"

Work will soon begin on the 2022 street projects. These projects, which are either done in house or bid out to contractors, have been approved by City Council and range from road resurfacing, culvert repairs, and curb replacement. Due to inflationary pressure, the approved projects are price dependent and subject to change.

Whether it's City infrastructure projects, business developments, new construction, or organizations hosting community events, De Soto in 90th Street Overlay the summer of 2022 is packed!

88th Street Overlay

SUMMER IN DE SOTO

Caress Drive/82nd Place/82nd Street Overlay Explorers Trail Overlay Valley View Culvert & Street Repairs

87TH STREET REPAVING

Beginning early this summer, Merck will completely resurface 87th Street from Timber Trails Drive to Sunflower Road; the City will participate by funding an 8-ft-wide multi-use path to be constructed alongside the repaving.

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MISSION STATEMENT “The City of De Soto delivers big adventure and lifelong opportunities to its’ residents. Civic pride, inclusiveness, and collaboration are hallmarks of our welcoming city where responsible growth is a goal, and government is responsive, accountable, and works in the best interest of the people."

This project arose from an earth moving effort performed by Merck last year during which minor damage occurred to 87th Street.

Rather than just patching the damaged areas, Merck generously offered to repave the entire section at their cost to create an improved road surface along their route. With the City planning to eventually build a sidewalk along that same route, the opportunity allowed a path to be incorporated into the design as well.

MILLER PARK DRAINAGE PROJECT The Miller Park Drainage Project, also in the Capital Improvement Plan, is already underway!

OTTAWA STREET RECONSTRUCTION The Ottawa Street Reconstruction Project, which was formulated by public feedback and is in the City's 5-year Capital Improvements Plan (CIP), will begin after the conclusion of the City summer events at Riverfest Park.

The current two-lane stretch of road from 82nd Street, over the railroad, to the entrance of Riverfest Park is approximately 24 feet in total width with no shoulder or sidewalks and is the only link from the residential and commercial areas of the city to Riverfest Park. As it is currently, the existing street section does not provide an acceptable pedestrian or vehicular link to events and leisure time in the park.

The new trip out to Riverfest Park will be on a road that is 32 feet in width with two 11-foot travel lanes and two 5-foot bike lanes, as well as concrete curb & gutter with enclosed storm sewers.

Additionally, there will be an 8-foot wide concrete sidewalk along the east side with grading for a future 5-foot walk along the west side.

The project also includes the replacement of the two large culverts just north of the railroad and adds much-needed street lighting.

MILLER MEMORIAL PARK Miller Park is on a flat piece of land, which is great for tennis courts or ballfields, but is a nuisance when combined with poor drainage; the rainwater pools on the ground and can last for days, ruining planned sporting events, family reunions, and general outings in the park.

This construction will reduce the frequent park flooding caused by drainage issues and allow the park to be used in all seasons. The project includes adding inlets and more pipes to improve the drainage system and allow water to leave the park more quickly.

SUMMER EVENTS In June, the City will kick off the summer with a concert at Riverfest Park, followed by more concerts and movies throughout the summer months.

As always, the City will host its annual 4th of July fireworks celebration on Independence Day. Booths, vendors, and music begin at 7:00pm, and the fireworks display starts at 9:45pm.

Follow the City on social media or the website to get upto-date information regarding all community activities!

There are free vendor opportunities at all summer events!

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For more information, contact Whitney Lange at wlange@desotoks.us or apply online: www.desotoks.us/194/Forms-Applications

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SALES TAX RENEWAL ELECTION In June, De Soto voters have the opportunity to consider the renewal of a 3/4 of a cent sales tax that has been dedicated to funding capital project (road, sewer, & water) improvements throughout the city for 20 years. Like all special sales taxes, it can only be approved for 10 years before needing to be renewed by voters.

The sales tax is set to expire this summer, so registered voters will receive a mail-in ballot by early June (due June 21, 2022) to vote whether to continue investments in the City's infrastructure through the collection of this tax.

New Public Works Facility New Sidewalks along Lexington & 83rd Street

Why use sales tax to fund these types of projects?

Because the costs are shared by both residents and visitors alike who shop, eat, do business, and travel around De Soto!

Using sales tax (versus a De Soto-only property tax or water rate increase) relieves the residents and businesses from paying 100% of the costs of maintaining or improving infrastructure.

How much does this tax cost the average shopper?

For every $100 purchase, a shopper pays an extra $0.75 which goes solely towards investing in De Soto's infrastructure.

VOTING Beginning June 1st, registered voters will receive a white & red envelope in the mail from the Johnson County Election Office.

After voting, sign your name, include your address on the white & blue return envelope, and put it in your mailbox!

91ST ST. EXTENSION TO SUNFLOWER RD. & LEXINGTON LAKE PARK | COMPLETED 2019

Is this a tax Increase?

No, this is a renewal of an existing 20-year-old sales tax. Voters are being asked to renew the current sales tax for infrastructure projects for another 10 years.

How do I register to vote?

Visit jocoelection.org/registration to check your current status or download the Voter Registration Application.

When is the deadline to register to vote?

Tuesday, May 31st, 2022

If the existing 3/4% sales tax is not approved by voters, it will sunset (expire) in July of 2022.

However, voters who register after Monday, May 23rd, 2022 need to request a ballot by calling the JOCO Election Office; they will not be mailed one automatically.

What type of projects does this sales tax support?

When are ballots due?

This is a special sales tax that can only be used for the purpose of maintaining or creating De Soto's infrastructure, which is anything from road, sewer, and water replacements to sidewalk, bridge, street lighting, and traffic improvements.

What are some examples of previously funded projects?

Yearly Road Maintenance Program Annual Sidewalk Replacement Program Water Treatment Plant Expansion 91st St. Extension to Sunflower Road

Tuesday, June 21st @ noon

WANT TO LEARN MORE? Come to the City's public info session or visit the City website @ www.desotoks.us/285/Sales-Tax-Election

May 23rd @ 6pm City Hall Council Chambers

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MAYOR Rick Walker 913-375-7729 Cell

City Hall Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

CITY ADMINISTRATOR/ENGINEER Mike Brungardt, P.E. 913-586-5253 Direct 785-764- 8737 Cell CITY ATTORNEY Patrick G. Reavey 913-586-5299 Direct 816-474- 6300 Office CITY CLERK / ASSISTANT TO THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR Brandon Mills 913-586-5250 CITY BUILDING OFFICIAL Cameron Maughmer 913-210-9186 Cell CITY BUILDING INSPECTOR Dale Hamilton 913-274-8259 Cell CITY CODES & CIP INSPECTOR Walter Gardenhire 913-586-5263 Direct 913-940-8552 Cell CITY COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR Whitney Lange 913-586-5255 CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT Lori Murdock 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 CITY FINANCE OFFICER Bonnie Bennett 913-586- 5262 CITY PLANNER Brad Weisenburger 913-586-5286 Direct MUNICIPAL COURT CLERK Erika Carrillo 913-586-5290 PARK & RECREATION DIRECTOR Jay Garvin 913-586-5280 Direct 913-544-8073 Cell AQUATICS & RECREATION MANAGER Justin Huslig 913-586-5281 Direct BUILDING MAINTENANCE Nate Johnson 913-626-6567 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 Justin Milburn 913-530-1397 Cell John Shultz 913-585-3511 Home Roger Templin 913-583-3183 Home STREET SUPERINTENDENT Ron Creason 913-238- 0437 Cell City Shop 913-586-5257 UTILITIES 913-583-1182 Mayte Diaz x112, Erika Carrillo x122 WATER/SEWER SUPERINTENDENT Doug Smith 913-238- 0434 Wastewater Plant 913-585-9956 WATER DEPARTMENT Water Plant 913-669-6359 MUNICIPAL COURT 913-586-5290 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 9am-11am 12:30pm-4:30pm Sat 9am-noon

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DE SOTO PARKS & RECREATION www.desotoks.us/151/Parks-Recreation R E G I S T R A T I O N O P T IO N S: In-person: De Soto City Hall 32905 West 84th St. Online: https: //bit.ly/DeSotoParksActivities Mail In: PO Box C, De Soto, KS 66018 After Hours Drop Box: 32905 West 84th Street

2 0 2 2 A Q UA T I C C EN T E R A C T I V IT IE S Swim Lessons Fee: $35 | All morning classes at this time Session #1 : June 6-16, 2022 Session #2 : June 20-June 30, 2022 Session #3 : July 11-21, 2022 Session #4 : July 25-August 4, 2022 Parent must be in the water with child for the Parent Tot level.

Dolphin Swim Team Fee: $85 Parent Meeting: Wednesday, May 18th First Practice: Tuesday, May 31st First Swim Meet: Friday, June 10th Last Swim Meet: Friday, July 1st

Dolphin Swim Academy Fee: $45 Parent Meeting: Wednesday, June 29th Academy Starts: Tuesday, July 12th Academy Dates: July 12 - 28, 7:00am - 8:00am

2 0 2 2 S U M M E R & F A L L A D U L T A C T I V I T IE S Adult Yoga Fee: $21 for Tuesdays or Thursdays @ 6:30pm - 7:30pm Date Options: Tuesdays: May 17 - June 29 Thursdays: May 19 - June 30 August Dates: Tuesdays: August 2 - 30 Thursdays: August 2 - September 1

Adult Co-Ed Volleyball Fee: $120 per team Registration Deadline: August 26, 2022 Begins: September 12, 2022

2022 FALL YOUTH ACTIVITIES Youth Soccer Ages: 4 thru 8th grade| Fee: $30 Registration Deadline: July 29, 2022

Youth Volleyball Ages: 3rd thru 6th grade | Fee: $35 Registration Deadline: July 29, 2022

E M P L OY M E N T O P P O R T UN IT IE S Umpires (Youth Baseball and Youth Softball) Fitness Instructors For more information, please contact Justin Huslig at jhuslig@desotoks.us

Summer 2022

HEALTH & FITNESS

Golf & Fitness Center

Fitness&Center Open 24/7 Golf Fitness Call pro shop or check Facebook for winter hours.

75% off initiation fees until March 31, 2021 https://www.greatlife-burningtree.com Call 913-301-3000 to set up your membership today!

Membership includes both Golf & Fitness Single $39.99 plus tax Family $49.99plus tax Freshly Circulated Air & Clean Equipment

Fitness Center City Hall Gymnasium 32905 West 84th Street • De Soto Burning Tree Golf 7909 Wyandotte • De Soto Just across the Kansas River Bridge

Membership Rates Include Burning Tree Golf & GreatLife Fitness

Summer Health & Wellness for Life Monthly Seminars Wednesdays 7 pm to 8:30 pm April 27 May 25 June 22 July 27 August 24

Meeting in-person at the De Soto Senior Center and online Zoom meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84951092570

Health & Wellness for Life Your Hometown Full-Service Pharmacy

Serving the De Soto Community Since 1992 Full-Service Prescription Care • Delivery Immunization Services • Syncing Medications Pharmacists Lori Murdock, Betsey Gallinger and Caleb Weinhold look forward to assisting You!

Health & Wellness Center

Vitamins • Botanicals • Homeopathic Remedies

Health & Wellness for Life Monthly Seminars

TWO LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: JAZZERCISE De Soto Community Center • 32905 W. 84th St. DANCEOGRAPHY De Soto NORTH • 33180 W. 83rd St.

Class Schedules online https://www.jazzercise.com Call 913-226-4616 or email desotojazzercise@yahoo.com follow us on facebook: Jazzercise DeSoto

Jackie Stecher, Jazzercise De Soto, Franchise Owner & Instructor If schools are closed due to weather, the 5:30 AM class is cancelled.

Watch facebook for updates on other class times.

7 pm –8:30 pm Fourth Wednesdays Senior Center

Cedar Creek Pharmacy & Wellness Center

Located inside Harps 34040 Commerce Drive Phone (913) 583-1117 Fax (913) 585-9801 www.CedarCreekPharmacy.org Drive Thru Open Monday-Friday 9 to 6 • Sat 9 to 1 • Sunday closed

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FOOD

Herbs

There is nothing like the taste of fresh herbs cut from the garden or purchased in your local produce department. Herbs are easily cut up with a pair of kitchen shears. Parsley adds a nice flavor to carrots that have been simmered in orange juice–also my favorite topping for Ham Carbone and Clam Linguine. Which leads us to Italian dishes that use plenty of Basil & Oregano. I have found dried basil and oregano work just fine in spaghetti sauces and other Italian dishes. Allow a day to have flavors permeate. But there is no substitute for fresh Garlic in cooking. Mincing garlic with a sharp knife or garlic press, and adding a bit of olive oil, makes a delicious addition to many recipes. However, garlic powder works just fine for baked garlic bread. A delicious caprese salad is made with fresh tomatoes (sliced), BelGioioso® fresh mozzarella slices, olive oil and/or balsamic vinegar, and freshly cut basil.

Rosemary (fresh or dried) is a must for baked lamb, with slits of fresh garlic inserted throughout the meat. Cilantro is a wonderful herb for Mexican dishes.

Fresh is best! Its a great topping for enchiladas, tacos, fajitas and quesadillas.

Mint is a nice addition to iced tea or ice water, pared with lemon slices.

Parsley can takes a long time to grow, and cilantro seems to go to seed quickly. These can both be easily found at any produce department.

Basil, Oregano and Mint are fairly easy to grow in the ground or as potted plants.

Shown at left: Assorted herbs planted by Dianne Ellenberger, were available at the De Soto United Methodist Women’s Spring Fling held on Saturday, April 2. The long-time Fall Festival Fundraiser will now be held in the Spring, due to many fall activities. Soups, handmade crafts and culinary foods will remain part of the UMW fundraiser.

Proceeds help support Safehome, Kids TLC, Della Lamb, Crosslines, De Soto Food Panty, Women’s Prison Ministry and De Soto UMC Youth and Children’s Ministry.

–herbal tidbits by Rose

New De Soto Business now open–offering over 30 energizing, flavorful teas; assorted protein shakes; protein coffees; flavored lemonades and kids drinks.

• All Drinks Sugar Free •

Tea Drop Oasis Nutrition 33490 Lexington Avenue Deliveries (913) 289-3536 available for local https://www.facebook.com/ businesses OasisNutritionKS/ Open Monday-Friday 7am to 5 pm Saturday 9 am to 2 pm closed Sunday

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Oasis Nutrition offers energizing teas, healthy shakes, protein bites & Herbalife Products.

Local residents Mitch and Sherelle Witt are super-excited to open Oasis Nutrition in De Soto. They were waiting for a space to become available and found the previously-owned Bubblecreams location fit their nutrition business well. They moved into the space in early March and customized their new location. A grand opening was held April 2. The store is independently owned and uses Herbalife Products in their menu offerings. Mitch’s family operates similar stores in Nebraska. Daughter, Isabella Fernandez and mom, Sherelle will manage Oasis Nutrition.

“Our mission is to help everyone achieve their goals and feel their best!” is stated on their facebook page. The flavorful and colorful drinks are all sugar free. Happy Valley Farms provides the local honey used in their drinks. Enjoy the space and see which drink combination is your favorite.

The newly-remodeled space was designed to be fresh and inviting.

Sherelle loves to do design work and stages homes as a realtor.

Starting with browsing Pinterest, she then came into the space to see how it should feel...fresh, innovative and comfortable.

Summer 2022

Springtime at Cause Coffee

Enjoy a delicious assortment of handcrafted drinks made with local ingredients and fresh herbs that are grown at the shop.

Shown from far left to right our seasonal lattes: Vanilla Rose, Lavender Lemon Balm, Rasberry Lemon, Citrus Blossom, Blackberry Cobbler, and Strawberry Sage.

Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for updates and vacation notices.

Tuesday-Saturday 8 to 2 33180 West 83rd Street, Downtown De Soto

Authentic Mexican Food Food Prepared Hot, Fresh & Right off the Grill!

Dine In & DRIVE THRU OPEN

u Appetizers, Salads, Ala Carte & Combos Variety of Mexican Enchiladas, Burritos, Fajitas Quesadillas, Pork, Chicken & Steaks, Seafood, Vegetarian Imported & Domestic Beers u Wines u Sangria u 10 Varieties of Margaritas

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

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Join us for some Good Cheer! monthly live Bands

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MIKE’S LIQUOR

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ORGANIZATIONS

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

USD 232 Board of Education approves purchase of land for future needs

The Board of Education took action at its meeting on Monday, April 4, to proceed with the purchase of approximately 150 acres of vacant property for $10,951.22 per acre, or just over $1.6 million.

The purchase is pending a finalized contract and a satisfactory outcome of land surveys. While it will be several years before the district will need the land to build schools, the acquisition supports the district’s long-range planning to be prepared for future school needs. Funding for the purchase is part of the bond issue approved by voters in 2018.

The property is located in the southern portion of the school district near 127th Street and Waverly Road in Olathe.

USD 232 High School Graduates Class of 2022

Congratulations to our upcoming Class of 2022! Graduation ceremonies will take place on Saturday, May 21, 2022.

De Soto High School will hold their graduation at 7 pm in the outside stadium, weather permitting. Mill Valley’s graduation will be held at 4:30 pm. The school is planning an outdoor graduation and will move the ceremony indoors if there are weather concerns.

There are approximately 250 students expected to graduate from De Soto High School and over 300 graduates from Mill Valley High School. Much success in all future endeavors for all of our students!

Principal Named for Mill Creek Middle School

USD 232 announced on Thursday, April 7.

Mr. Andrew Legler shown at left as the next principal of Mill Creek Middle School, effective with the 2022-23 school year.

Legler is currently the principal at Cure’ of Ars Catholic School in Leawood, the largest K-8 Catholic school in the Kansas City Archdiocese. He has taught in the Blue Valley School District and a variety of school settings for the last 20 years, which provides Legler with unique perspectives on helping students and staff achieve their very best. He succeeds Mr. Josh Kindler, who recently announced his resignation at Mill Creek.

Waverly Rd.

Aerial image near 127th Street and Waverly Road in Olathe, Kansas.

Blue lines indicate property line location.

Congratulations

127th Street

District administration initiated ongoing conversations with cities regarding current and future land use planning. These conversations helped the district identify potential growth areas within the boundaries of the school district. For context, a land purchase of this size (150 acres) would provide enough property to construct a future elementary school, middle school, and high school, if needed.

Although the school district will not need this property for many years, making the purchase at this time is advantageous as it allows acquisition of property at a lower cost and strategically positions the Board of Education to respond to future needs.

Voters approved the bond issue in May 2018. A portion of the bond, $5 million, is allocated for land acquisition. Barring any unforeseen issues, the district could close on the property in late June 2022.

Bond funds can only be used for constructing, equipping, maintaining and furnishing district facilities, and land acquisition for new facilities.

This makes bond funds different from the district’s operating funds used to pay employee salaries, purchase resources, and other dayto-day operational expenses. Bond funds and operational funds are separate and cannot be used interchangeably.

–article from the USD 232 website, posted April 5, 2022

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USD 232 Parents as Teachers (PAT) Program

The USD 232 PAT Program is for district families with children ages birth to three. Certified Parent Educators provide monthly personal visits (in-home, virtual or telephone) with developmental information and parenting support. Play groups and family activities are offered.

The PAT Program is now located in the new Cedar Trails Exploration Center, Room 116, 8201 Mize Boulevard, in Lenexa.

Learn more about the district’s FREE early childhood program at: https://www.usd232.org/Page/4578 Information and online registration are provided in both English and Spanish.

You may also contact Jamie Fink, PAT Program Coordinator, at 913-667-1820, ext. 2263 about this year-round program.

Summer 2022

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2021/2022 Hall of Fame De Soto High School Inductees

Achievements by the 2021/2022 Hall of Fame inductees were recognized earlier this year with a banquet, reception and award ceremony.

Inductees for 2021/2022 included: Mark Jewett DHS Class of 1915 Academics Darrel Zimmerman DHS Class of 1954 Distinguished Service Rick Walker DHS Class of 1979 Distinguished Service Jacqueline “Goleman” Littell DHS Class of 2007 Athletics 2012 Scholars Bowl Team: Philip Kaul, Parker Riley, Christian Sweeny, Lauren Darter, Ashton Neylon, and Robby Satterwhite

Mill Valley High School Pacemaker Award Winner

The Mill Valley News website was named an Online Pacemaker Award winner by the National Scholastic Press Association on Saturday, April 9 at the NSPA/JEA national high school journalism convention in Los Angeles. The Pacemaker is the highest honor in high school journalism. Judges selected twenty websites from the approximately 140 sites that were submitted from 31 states and three countries. This is Mill Valley’s fifth Online Pacemaker Award. MVHS has also earned three Newspaper Pacemakers and two Yearbook Pacemakers.

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Walk and Read at Wilder Bluff Park

24200 West 55th Street, Shawnee Saturday, May 21-Sunday, May 30 All Day-Drop In “Boats Float!” and “After Squidnight” will be posted.

De Soto Public Library

33145 West 83rd Street, De Soto Open Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 10 am-6 pm Thursday 1 pm-8 pm Saturday 10 am-2 pm Closed Sunday and Monday De Soto Library Turning 40!

Celebration June 6 to June 11 Drop in during the week to sign our Birthday Card and/or share your favorite library memory!

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years

Monticello Public Library

22435 West 66th Street, Shawnee Open Monday-Thursday 9 am-8 pm Friday 9 am-6 pm Saturday 9 am-5 pm Sunday 1 pm-5 pm

Summer Outdoor Family Storytime 10 am-10:30 am Wednesdays, July 13, 20, 27 Grab a blanket for outdoor storytime with your kids and help them foster a love of reading. Register online at: https://jocolibrary. bibliocommons.com/locations/MONTICELLO

Johnson County Library Summer Reading Program

All Branches will have books available for the public on June 1.

There will be a virtual launch on June 4.

Friends of Johnson County Library 2022 Bookmark Contest Submit your design between July 11 and September 9.

Information at Branches and online: jocolibrary.org/bookmarks

Fresh Meats for Summer Grillin’ Regular Prices Only

10% OFF Thursdays with Coupon

Sides of beef, sold hogs, turkeys or Specials are not included Expires 9 -15-22

CUSTOM CUT-TO-ORDER MEAT Monthly Stock-up Specials Deer processing USDA slaughter house

Online Specials www.stevesmeat.com Great Recipes & Tips online at “The Butcher’s Blog”

Steve’s MEAT MARKET Caring For Our Customers Since 1969

Open Tuesday-Friday 9 to 6 Saturday 8 to 5 Closed Sunday / Monday

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ORGANIZATIONS De Soto Historical Society 33055 West 83rd Street • Downtown De Soto https://www.facebook.com/desotokshistoricalsociety Contact: Kathy Ross kathy@grandmasshop.com De Soto Historical Building is open Thursdays from 10 am-4 pm.

Enjoy viewing a great collection of De Soto’s history!

Monthly meetings on Wednesdays at 6:30 pm

Held at the De Soto Historical Society Building unless otherwise noted.

May 25 Pizza Party

Cemetery flier, Memorial Day, Calendar picture selection

June 29 Kansas Quilt Workshop “Sharing Patterns, Sharing Lives” The Barn at Kill Creek Farm 9200 Kill Creek Road Guest speaker Deborah Divine will share quilting insights.

July 21 The Sunflower Plant and the Eudora Area Presentation

Eudora Community Center 1630 Elm, Eudora Celebrating 80 years anniversary of the Sunflower Ordinance Plant.

Former Sunflower Plant Workers will share their working experiences.

August 31 Local Citizen Forum

Darrel Zimmerman will share his thought and insights.

De Soto Rotary Club https://portal.clubrunner.ca/4383 https://www.facebook.com/De-Soto-KSRotary-Club-112342748793494/ Contact: Bob Zindler desotorotaryclub@gmail.com Meetings are held monthly on the first and third Fridays at 7 am at De Soto Methodist Church, 8760 Kill Creek Road (lower level).

June 12 Bingo at the Barn Fundraiser 3 pm to 5:30 pm The Barn at Kill Creek Farm 9200 Kill Creek Road See Summer Events on page 19 for more information.

National Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) http://www.johnandhattiepossum.net/ Contact: Sherry Bowlin sherrybowlindar@gmail.com

The John and Hattie Possum Chapter meets monthly and provides many avenues to serve.

Dennis Patton, Master Gardner at K- State Research & Extension presented “Trees for this Area” at the NSDAR monthly meeting in April.

Items presented included: Tree season starts the last Friday in April; Every day should be Arbor Day; There is a trend of planting smaller ornamental trees such as Red Bud, Crab Apple, Japanese Maple, Hostas, Ginkos and Fringe; The benefits of trees include food, shade and oxygen; We need to be planting more native trees; Oak trees contain 250 insects; Buy a $500 tree, dig a $5000 hole and keep the grass ring several feet back.

It was an informative meeting ending with a Q & A time.

Members of the John & Hattie Possum Chamter NSDAR take orders each spring for their annual fundraiser. Deliveries are made the week before Mother’s Day.

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sunflower ammunition plant With the recent unanimous De Soto City Council vote to annex the Sunflower Army Ammunition Plant,1 there is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the rich history of the 6,375 acre area.

The Eudora Area Historical The History of the Society is hosting a free Sunflower Plant program “The History Thursday, July 21 at 7 pm of the Sunflower Plant,” Eudora Community Center remembering its 80th 1630 Elm Street anniversary. Construction began on May 8, 1942, as In person & live-streamed the U.S. entered into World War II, with the of the attack of Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. (The 80th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor was recently remembered on December 7, 2021.)

The Sunflower Plant2 operated by Hercules Powder Company, was completed on March 24, 1943. It became the world’s largest smokless powder plant–producing more than 200 million pounds of propellants and employing over 12,000 people. Many of De Soto’s residents were employed at the Sunflower Plant, with the City bursting and bustling, as many come to the area for employment.

Come, share and learn about this historical ammunition plant.

garden groups & resources

Johnson County Extension Master Gardeners is an educational volunteer program sponsored by K-State Research and Extension.

EMGs receive basic training in the disciplines of horticulture and then participate in County Extenson volunteer projects.

The Educational Program involves: Training to become an Extension Master Gardener (EMG); Biennial Public Garden Tour; Demonstration Gardens; Gardening Hotline; Scholarships for Horticulture Students; and the Speakers’ Bureau.

Trained EMG volunteers and Extension staff are available to answer your lawn and garden questions year-round, Monday-Friday 8:30 to 5.

The Gardening Hotline at 913-715-7050 email garden.help@jocogov.org 11811 S. Sunset Drive, Suite 1500, Olathe There are extensive garden resources available online at their website: https://www.johnson.k-state.edu/lawn-garden/ A sampling of topics include: Composting, Gardening Calendar, Healthy Yards and Environment, Soil Testing, Native Gardens and much more.

Sign up for the 2022 K-State Garden Hour Webinar Series.

First Wednesday of each month from noon to 1 pm. https://hnr.k-state.edu/extension/info-center/k-state-garden-hourwebinar-series/k_state_garden_hour.html

Summer 2022

De Soto Arts Council 32905 West 84th Street, De Soto City Hall (lower level) http://www.desotoartsks.org Contact: Diana Zwahlen desotoartsks@gmail.com

Shown above is the Sunflower Army Ammunition Plant entrance located near the intersections of Sunflower Road and West 103rd Street. photo courtesy Eudora Area HIstorical Society.

The Eudora Area Historical Society invites all former Sunflower Plant employees to come to this program and share with the public their experiences while working at the Plant.

They hope to document as many Sunflower Plant experiences and stories as possible.

Contact Ben Terwilliger, Executive Director, Eudora Community Museum at 785-690-7900 or email: Eudorahistory@gmail.com 1 Discovering De Soto Native Rock Edition End-of-Winter/Spring 2022; City Pages, De Soto Doubles in Size Overnight pages 17-19 2 Discovering De Soto Celebration Edition Fall 2017 World’s Largest Ammunition Plant comes to De Soto, pages 8-9.

There are several De Soto residents who are or have been involved in the Johnson County Extension Master Gardeners Program, shared Maye Gulley, who has been involved in the program over twenty years. She applied for the program after retiring. She applied twice, as there were 90 applicants for 30 openings and began training in 2002.

For Many years she scheduled the Master Gardeners who volunteer for The Gardening Hotline.

Janette Sheldon began the Master Gardener Program in 1997. She advises new gardeners to start from the ground up. You can’t have a successful garden without growing good soil. Both Maye and Janette advise getting a soil sample analysis, which is free for Johnson Country residents through the Johnson County Extension Office.

“I had the best start in the spring of 2014,” says Sheryl Parker, who had two mentors her first year in the program.

Her tip for any gardener is to stop, listen and marvel your work. Never stop learning. The garden is where I am at peace.

The Kansas City Gardener Magazine is a free monthly publication.

It is available locally at De Soto Feed & Garden.

Find archived issues, an up-to-date list of garden events, garden groups and timely tips on their website: https://kcgmag.com/

The De Soto Arts Council is a non-profit organization encouraging and promoting art within De Soto, and surrounding areas.

The Arts Council is seeking individuals with an interest in the arts, as well as artists in both 2D and 3D medias and performing artists.

We invite local artists to consider visiting a meeting or Open Studio.

Meetings are held monthly on the fourth Thursdays at 7 pm. in the De Soto Arts Council Room (lower level of City Hall) We will be announcing the call for sculptors for the 2022 Sculpture Contest. Please visit our website for more details.

Open Studio meets monthly the first Thursdays 7 pm to 9 pm De Soto Arts Council Room (lower level of City Hall) Bring your own projects and supplies. Sink and electricity available.

Free event for members, visitors and guests.

Plein Air Event Saturday, May 7, 2022 10am-2pm See Summer Events on page 18 for more information.

Summer Art Classes–Dragons watercolor/clay

The De Soto High School Art Honor Society will host art classes June 13 to 17 10 am to 12 noon De Soto Arts Council Room.

A maximum of ten children, ages 9 to 11 will be accepted.

For details, visit our website: https://www.desotoartsks.org/ or call Diana Zwahlen at 913-638-8998

De Soto Chapter of the Oldtime Fiddlers, Pickers & Singers https://www.facebook.com/groups/kofps Contact: Doug Danner ddanner1@kc.rr.com (913) 441-2713 Meets 3rd Friday of each month 5 pm to 9 pm De Soto Senior Center of City Hall Meetings are open to the public to perform or just listen. The music is primarily traditional country or bluegrass with some gospel mixed in. However, musicians and singers of all genres are welcome.

Meeting information and cancellations posted on the facebook page.

De Soto Food Pantry 32905 West 84th Street (next to De Soto City Hall) http://desotoksfoodpantry.wordpress.com Find us on Facebook: De Soto Kansas Food Pantry Contact us at desotoksfoodpantry@gmail.com to volunteer The De Soto Kansas Food Pantry continues to serve people on Tuesday 10-12, Thursday 4-6, and Saturday 9-11.

These are the best times to bring donations to the pantry as well.

Youth can help serve the pantry through organized food drives.

These ladies, along with additional outdoor vendors, were part of the De Soto Food Pantry Fundraiser held on Sunday, April 3. The event was organized by JT’s Grill.

All money from vendors’ fees and donations went to the De Soto Food Pantry.

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FAITH

in the garden The garden is a place of much prominence in the Bible.

In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.

God said, “Let the land produce vegetation: seed-bearing plants and trees on the land that bears fruit with seed in it, according to their kinds. And God saw that it was good.

God planted the first garden in the east, in Eden (literally meaning delight). A river watering the garden flowed from Eden, into headwaters: Pishon, Gihon, Tigris and the Euphrates. The LORD God put man in the garden and gave the command “You are free to eat from any tree in the garden, but you must not eat from the tree of knowledge of good and evil.

This was challenged by the crafty serpent who said, “Did God really say, ‘You must not...”

The woman replied “...God surely did say...” from Genesis 1:9-13 Genesis 2:10-14 Genesis 3:1-6 The fall leads us to The Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus ultimately redeems the fall of mankind. It was a garden of agony as He fervently prayed, “Father, take this cup from me; yet not my will but yours be done.” from Luke 22:42 Jesus declares, “I am the true vine and my Father is the gardener. from John 15:1

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...and He walks with me, and He talks with me, And tells me I am His own, And the joy we share as we tarry there, None other has ever known.

–written by C. Austin Miles, April 1912 Inspired by John 20

New Church in De Soto: Light of the World Lutheran Church

The church began on January 6, 2022, Epiphany Sunday, and has been meeting the first and third Sundays of each month at 6:45 pm in the De Soto Senior Center for Bible study and fellowship.

Pastor Bert and Renae Tegtmeier came to the area, when Bert retired from full time ministry, having served as a Lutheran Pastor for 40 years.

They are working with a group of Christians in the De Soto / Eudora communities to help start a Lutheran Church.

They are an intergenerational, family friendly group and invite you to visit.

Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/915004509162446/ Continued Prayers for Ukraine and the many people who have suffered as a result of the war.

May light shine in darkness, hope in despair, strength in weakness, and wisdom for our world leaders.

Summer 2022

“Let the children come to me, and do not hinder them” says Jesus.

There are wonderful Vacation Bible School adventures being held this summer for children of all ages! Bring your children!

Please check websites for additional information for each VBS. De Soto Baptist Church 8655 Copeland Way, De Soto www.desotobaptistchurch.com June 6-June 9 1 pm-3:50 pm ages 4-12 Celebrating God’s Greatness!

Harvest Ridge Covenant Church 22015 Midland Drive, Shawnee www.harvestridge.org June 27-June 30 • 9 am -11:30 am family service day Friday, July 1 Created by God, Built for Purpose!

Reach Church De Soto 33085 West 83rd Street, De Soto www.reachdesoto.com July 11-July 14 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Register at reachdesoto.com/events For K through grade 5 2022-23 De Soto United Methodist Church 8760 Kill Creek Road, De Soto www.desotoumc.com July 25-July 28 6:30 pm-8:15 pm Registration begins June 1 online

De Soto United Methodist Church May 5-7 • Thursday & Friday 8 to 6 • Saturday 8 to 12

Have your children start the summer with a great week of Fun and Surprises Celebrating God’s Greatness.

JOIN THE FUN ---- EVERYTHING IS FREE (JUST LIKE GOD’S LOVE!)

June 6-9, 1:00 – 3:50, Ages 4-12

BIBLE STORIES - SONGS - GAMES - TREATS – NEW FRIENDS DeSoto Baptist Church - 8655 Copeland Way Check our facebook page or our web site: desotobaptistchurch.org Questions?? Contact: Karen Wall, 669-1991; Richelle Hodges, 481-7610 Online Enrollment starting in May.

PARENTS: SAVE THE DATE!!!

Have your children start the summer with a great week of Fun and Surprises Celebrating God’s Greatness.

JOIN THE FUN ---- EVERYTHING IS FREE (JUST LIKE GOD’S LOVE!)

June 6-9, 1:00 – 3:50, Ages 4-12

BIBLE STORIES - SONGS - GAMES - TREATS – NEW FRIENDS DeSoto Baptist Church - 8655 Copeland Way Check our facebook page or our web site: desotobaptistchurch.org Questions?? Contact: Karen Wall, 669-1991; Richelle Hodges, 481-7610 Online Enrollment starting in May.

8655 Copeland Way | 913-585-1026 www.desotobaptistchurch.com 11 am Sunday Services both in-person and online 9:45 am Sunday School for all ages Men’s & Women’s Bible Study 2nd & 4th Mondays

check our church website/facebook for updates

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Complete your initial application, interview and physical agility test at the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office “Fast Track to the Badge” on Saturday, June 11, 2022. See below for additional information.

Especially when Red Flag Warnings are issued, remember to follow the below safety precautions. These help keep the risk of fire minimal during critical weather conditions. By keeping everyone aware and cautious, we can keep fires from starting.

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NWCFD SUMMER 2022 Northwest Consolidated Fire District Community Report The Johnson County Wildland Task Force is a collaboration of area fire departments who respond to major wildland fire incidents within the state of Kansas. NWCFD recently deployed with the task force to the Hutchinson, Kansas area to assist with the Cottonwood Complex incident. Kansas Governor Laura Kelly came by after the incident and expressed her appreciation. Shown below are members of the Johnson County Wildland Task Force and Governor Laura Kelly.

A free mass notification system to keep Johnson County residents and businesses informed of emergencies and non-emergency events is available to residents who sign up.

You will receive time-sensitive messages from the county, city and participating public utilities within Johnson County.

Sign up online: https://www.notifyjoco.org Thunderstorm Warnings indicate imminent danger to life and property.

• Take shelter in a substantial building.

Mobile homes can blow over in high winds.

Tornado Warnings indicate a tornado has been confirmed. There is imminent danger to life and property. Tornado sirens will also alert the area.

Red Flag Warnings are issued by the National Weather Service when critical fire weather conditions are present or expected shortly. A combination of strong winds (sustained 15 mph), low relative humidity (less than 25%), and moisture held by vegetation such as grass, leaves, mulch (ten-hour fuels of 8% or less) all determine Red Flag Warnings being issued. When warnings are issued, officials know to curtail planned burns and to be on the lookout for wildfires that will likely spread rapidly.

Freeze Warnings are also issued by the National Weather Service when sub-freezing temperatures will occur. Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops and other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

Severe Weather Alerts are comprised of watches and warnings.

Watches are issued when conditions favor thunderstorms capable of producing large hail or damaging winds; or when tornadoes are possible in and near the area.

Warnings are issued when severe thunderstorms or tornadoes have been reported by spotters or indicated by radar.

Know the difference between a Severe Weather Watch:

Warning: Be Prepared Take Action! severe weather possible severe weather imminent check forecast updates take shelter immediately monitor sky conditions stay away from windows know where to take shelter stay in a safe place until updated

• Quickly move to a basement, safe room, or an interior room away from windows, doors, corners and outside walls.

• If in a mobile home, vehicle, or outdoors, move to the closest substantial shelter.

• An overpass does not provide safety during a tornado, as debris and heavy winds are often channeled into these areas.

• Avoid large, open rooms such as gymnasiums or auditoriums.

• Protect yourself from flying debris, which has increased velocity from tornadic winds.

• Seek shelter in a low-lying ditch or ravine.

• Have a way to receive notifications via phone, weather radio etc.

• Crouch on the floor or ground. Place your arms on the back of your head and neck to protect from injury. In a car, bend down low away from windows, cover head and neck.

• Keep away from down power lines. which may be live. Be aware of broken gas lines and chemical fumes.

Sources: National Weather Service, National Fire Protection Association, FEMA

National Weather Service Watches, Warnings and Advisories can be viewed through local media or online at: https://www.weather.gov

Northwest Consolidated Fire District Proudly serving the City of De Soto and Northwest Johnson County

11 De Soto Station 12 Lexington/Olathe Station 13 De Soto • Station •33150 West 83rd Street 9745 Kill Creek Road • 29520 West 127th Street

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https://www.facebook.com/NWCFD non-emergency 913-583-3886

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