January 1, 2015

Volume 128, Number 1

Thursday, January 1, 2015

12 Pages, 70 Cents Plus Tax Per Copy

Look back at 2014 in Hugoton, Moscow and Rolla Yet again, it’s time to take a look back at the past year and remember what makes this community so amazing.

A walk down the local “Memory Lane” is the perfect way to start 2015!

The Hugoton Middle School eighth grade Lady Eagles started the year with another perfect season, going undefeated for the second year in a row. Team members are Trinity McPhillips, Laney Hoskinson, Ady Gooch, Dallie Hoskinson, Claire Lewis, Brooklynn Harper, Britta Beesley, Jaysa Featherston, JoHanna Rawlins, Caitlin Lewis and Felicia Beard.

Coaches are Nick Rodriguez and Jill Skinner.

Tom and Patty Lahey showed off The Hermes in the Caribbean, where they reunited - somewhat unexpectedly - with a couple of acquaintances from Germany who were also visiting Cozumel the very same day: Joachim and Ellen Wagner.

The Wagners served as sponsors for the student exchange between Moscow and Rotenburg, Germany for 15 years.

Toby Kehn and RoGlenda Coulter were welcomed as new members to the Hugoton Chamber Board in January, and Ray Hoggatt and Teresa Colantonio took over two vacant seats on the Stevens County Economic Development Board.

John Girodat was announced as the selection for Hugoton High School principal by the Board of Education in a special meeting January 27.

In February, local spelling wizards took to the stage for the county spelling bee.

Winners for the junior division were Gillian Heger, first place; Chay Burnett, second place; and Jessie James, third place. In the senior division, Hallie Wettstein won first; Haziel Rojo took second; and Axel Granillo

claimed third place. Ann and Tony Stegman were named 2014 Sweethearts after winning the big prize at Janet’s Bridal and Boutique.

In The Hermes’ conservation issue, Ron and Pat DeGarmo were named winners of the 2013 Conservation Award, while Lewis and Grace Wheeler won the Windbreak Conservation Award. Karen and Ronnie Rich were named 2014 Senior Center Valentine King and Queen. Maverick Mills and Bailey Haynes claimed the titles of HHS 2014 Winter Homecoming King and Queen.

January 31, Diego and Katie Araiza were surprised by the arrival of their daughter Adyliegh Beth when she decided to be born at the family home in Moscow. Mother and baby and “assisting physician/midwife” Dad came through the ordeal just fine and were very happy to be healthy! EMS Director Rodney Kelling presented Diego with a pink stork pin in recognition of his cool head and his accomplishment of delivering a healthy baby girl!

Hugoton High School wrestler Bradley Campbell competed at State wrestling in Salina, where he placed fifth. The Stevens County Conservation District’s “Distinguished Service Award” was given to Sharon Concannon at the District’s sixty-fourth annual banquet February 22.

In March, Sheriff Ted Heaton announced charges had been filed in the 2013 Moscow fire case. Hugoton Masonic Lodge celebrated their centennial, complete with a visit from Grand Master of Kansas Masons Rick Reichert. Takoda Eckert represented Hugoton at the KMEA All-State Choir at the end of February. Local talented youngsters brought

home plenty of wins from Liberal’s Pancake Day Talent Show. Hugoton residents Mariah Rome, Jetta Giudicy, Montana Beesley, Sydney Beesley and Faith Beesley, as well as their cousin Collin McClendon, claimed awards. Mariah Rome was also announced as the People’s Choice Award winner.

In March, the Hugoton High School Lady Eagles won Sub-State basketball at Goodland! HHS powerlifters competed at Abilene in the 4A State Powerlifting Championships. Hugoton’s lifters placed fourteenth out of 27 schools. Salvador Valles placed second and Pedro Ordonez claimed fifth in their respective weight classes.

March 22, a tragic fire took the lives of two local residents, Kenneth and Shirley McCurry. The cause of the conflagration was investigated by the KBI. Morton County was further saddened when Lee Hull, a lifelong resident, passed away after a traffic accident March 26.

In March, 12 Hugoton Federation wrestlers headed to State competition in Topeka. Coaches are Brad Slemp and Jesus Mendoza.

The Kiwanis hosted their forty-seventh annual auction March 28 and 29.

Hugoton High School Future Business Leaders of America, Kelsey Quillen and Ian Pomeroy, placed at State competition in April. Five HHS seniors were awarded a State FFA Degree at the sixty-ninth annual FFA Banquet April 5. Those honored were Micah Baehler, Megan Bryan, Brady Heger, Brady Marshall and Kole Kahl.

At the April 7 meeting of the city council, councilmembers approved the annexation of the north side of Eleventh Street. A controversial school funding bill

After a brief seven years on duty in front of the Hugoton VFW Hall, the M60 Series Tank (Patton Series) is hoisted up and away in August with the help of Jim Wilson Crane Service from Ulysses. It was first installed at Hugoton’s VFW Hall in September 2007. Its absence leaves not passed the Kansas Senate April 6. The front page of the April 17 Hermes is dominated by Hermes employees, after they won 13 awards at the annual Kansas Press Association convention in Manhattan.

At the 2014 Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet, Lee Isaac was announced as the 2013 Lifetime Achievement Award winner. Billy Woodworth was also recognized as the 2013 Citizen of the Year at the banquet. The Southwest Kansas Royalty Owners Association hosted its sixtysixth annual meeting and elected W.C. “Bill” Light as its president.

Two well-known Hugoton residents passed from this life in the spring. Former teacher and coach Philip Robert Hower passed away April 19. Former school teacher, counselor and city councilman Bob Mason passed away May 4 at Hays.

Kelly Reza was announced as 2014 Super Mom after she won the prize at Showplace Video. Rolla High School senior Kaleigh Barrett and Hugoton High School senior David Kurt were honored by Governor Sam Brownback for being in the top academic one percent of Kansas high school seniors. Mike Cullen, of A to Z Livestock, was recognized as the Friend of 4-H at the annual Businessmen’s Appreciation Dinner April 27.

Sixty seniors graduated from Hugoton High School in May, and the HHS baseball team was the 2014

only an empty spot in front of the Hugoton Hall but in the hearts and minds of the Veterans who have shared their lives and memories as a group in the now closed hall. Photo courtesy of Jim Wilson Crane Service of Ulysses.

Proud Daddy Diego Araiza gazes at his little miracle Adyliegh Beth as EMS Director Rodney Kelling awards him a pink stork pin after Diego and his wife Katie safely delivered the baby at their Moscow home January 31. league champions. Rolla High School’s golf team earned a trip to State competition by placing third at Regionals. Chandler Huddleston won third place at State.

Several area high school track and field athletes headed to State track at the end of May, including HHS students Edgar Don Juan, Ulises Armendariz, Luis Castro, Pedro Ordonez and Issac Castro, Rolla students Katie Murray and Kyler Telford and Moscow students Briannah Davidson, Maria Cecenas, Kaitlyn Dobie and Kelsi Mueller.

At the beginning of June, Bike Across Kansas began their trek across the state with a stop in Hugoton.

Over 900 riders came through town June 7. Marc Eckert won the title of 2014 Super Dad at White’s Foodliner. Hugoton’s Brian Lamberson Memorial Motorcycle Rally hosted 100 bikes Saturday, June 14.

Stevens County commissioners heard from a room full of citizens asking to re-

sume ATV-riding privileges at Lake Russell at their June 20 meeting. Commissioners listened carefully and opted to grant riding privileges at their next meeting, provided riders followed the rules set out.

The Stevens County Library celebrated 100 years in July with an entire week full of fun activities, and Ghumm’s Auto Center hosted their fourth annual Block Party. Takoda Eckert, Chance Ghumm and Trace Peterson participated in Masonic All-State Band camp during July.

Everett Burrows and Pauline Murray were selected as the Pioneer King and Queen, and they presided over the 2014 Stevens County Fair July 28 through August 1. Thirty candidates signed up for Sorghum Queen contest, and Magee Gifford was crowned Friday, July 25.

Her court included First Princess Abby Crawford, Second Princess Hailey White and Miss Congeniality Continued to page 3

Donate blood January 7 at St. Helen All the prominent dignitaries present at Abengoa’s grand opening joined Dr. Moniz on stage to jointly “push the button” to officially simu-

late the production start up of the Abengoa Ethanol Plant.

WHERE IN THE WORLD IS THE HERMES? It’s at the iconic Flamingo Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nv. with Brian and Marie Austin and Alesia and Christopher Hinds of Hugoton!

Jason Dale files for USD 210 school board

Stevens County has its first filing for the 2015 election year. Jason M. Dale has filed for a position on the USD 210 Board of Education.

Filing deadline for city and school offices is January 27, 2015 at 12:00 noon. Primary election will be Tuesday, March 3.

The American Red Cross asks eligible blood donors to make a resolution to give blood regularly in 2015, beginning with National Blood Donor Month in January. American Red Cross will be in Hugoton January 7, 2015 from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m. at St. Helen Catholic Church at 1011 Jefferson.

National Blood Donor Month recognizes the importance of giving blood and platelets while honoring those who roll up a sleeve to help patients in need. It has

been observed during January since 1970, and that’s no coincidence. Winter is an especially difficult time to collect enough blood to meet patient needs.

Unpredictable winter weather can result in blood drive cancellations, and seasonal illnesses like the flu may cause some donors to be unable to make or keep blood donation appointments.

Donors of all blood types are needed, especially those with O negative, A negative and B negative. With a shelf

life of 42 days, red blood cells must be constantly replenished to maintain an adequate supply for patients. Individuals who come out to give blood January 1 through 4 will receive a long-sleeve Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last.

To learn more about donating blood and to schedule an appointment, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit red crossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800733-2767).

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Thursday, January 1, 2015

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Anderson issues reminder to landowners Dear Editor, This letter is simply a reminder to the owners or landowners where abandoned trailers or mobile homes exist.

Over the years, a number of trailers (Mobile Homes) have been moved into the county and long since been abandoned and left as junk. Whether previously owned by the property owner or other individuals, the land owners are responsible for disposal of the junked trailer or abandoned mobile home.

Stevens County zoning laws also prohibit any abandoned Camper Trailer

Vernon Anderson Stevens County Zoning or Mobile Home to be used for storage of any kind. Mobile Homes or Camper Trailers that are derelict or abandoned must be destroyed. Under Article 21 of the Zoning Regulations #21-103; Failure to remove and dispose of any abandoned, derelict and non-useable property can result in fines up to $500.00 for each offense and each day

the violation exists.

The Stevens County landfill will accept and demolish old trailers or abandoned homes.

In 2015 the County Zoning Administrator will begin to notify land owners with abandoned and or junked Mobile Homes on their property. Land owners that are notified should contact the Zoning Administrator and show a viable date of removal and disposal.

Obituaries Kenneth Greenwood Lifelong Stevens County resident Kenneth Melvin Greenwood, born November 17, 1926 in Hugoton, passed away in the early morning of December 23, 2014 at Pioneer Manor in Hugoton. He was the son of Melvin and Carrie Greenwood.

Vernon Anderson Stevens County Zoning Administrator

Home Country writings from Slim Randles Windy had sent off for a doo-dad for his small kitchen, and that’s why he checked the mailbox. If you’re Alphonse “Windy” Wilson, and you’re long-in-the-tooth and single, you find yourself not checking the mailbox very often unless there’s a reason. It saves the disappointment of finding it empty, you see.

But there was something in there today.

He opened it up. It was a Christmas card from Mrs. Morris.

In it, she had written “Thank you so much for fixing my shed.”

Wow! As Windy would say, it was a “transfigurational enlightening.” Of course, he only used his fancy English when there was an audience of one or more. But it led him to thinking he might have to check the ol’ mailbox more often.

He had straightened up Mrs. Morris’ shed that was perilously close to becoming kindling in her back yard. That Mrs. Morris had wanted it to become kindling so she could use the space for other reasons didn’t really figure in. It all happened on one of Windy’s helping days. One day each week, he looked around for someone who needed help and helped them, whether they wanted him to or not.

The next day there were two more Christmas cards. One from Mrs. Lopez, whose arthritis prevented her from weeding her flower patch, and one from someone who didn’t sign it, but just wrote “Thank you so much” inside.

Windy was rendered speechless, which is the equivalent, here in Home Country, of the Pacific Ocean tides deciding to take the day off.

But the capper came on Christmas Eve. Windy returned from eating at the Mule Barn and explaining to the guys all about “experiential trans-wisdom” and its effects on education these days. And there, on his front porch, was a cardboard box with holes punched in it. It was vibrating a bit, too, and making whining sounds.

On opening it, Windy found a brown puppy with an overabundance of enthusiasm and an active tongue and smile. There was no note. He hugged the pup and took him in the house. It was going to be a great Christmas.

-------Brought to you with warmest Christmas season wishes by Slim and Catherine Randles.

Guest Editorial Congress takes Family Farmers and Ranchers for a Ride

By John Crabtree, johnc@cfra.org, Center for Rural Affairs What does Congress have against family farmers and ranchers? The $1.1 trillion spending bill passed last week included the full version of the so-called GIPSA rider passed earlier by the House of Representatives. A rider is a legislative provision attached to a larger spending bill.

There are not enough ways to describe how bad this hidden policy package truly is. It limits USDA’s ability to protect farmers’ and ranchers’ basic rights, such as their freedom of speech and freedom of association. The Packers and Stockyards Act, passed in 1921, was written to protect farmers and ranchers from

The Center for Rural Affairs discriminatory, deceptive and abusive practices when they sell livestock and poultry to meatpacking corporations.

Congress abandoned those principles when they passed the FY 2015 federal spending bill. They abandoned USDA’s effort to provide smaller volume livestock producers a more competitive livestock market and greater fairness for farmers and ranchers. The 2008 Farm Bill required Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack to write regulation, under the Packers and Stockyards Act, to prohibit undue and discriminatory preferences given to large, industrial livestock operations and to provide basic protections to farmers

and ranchers who do business with meatpacking corporations. Secretary Vilsack proposed the best and most comprehensive livestock market reforms since the passage of the Packers and Stockyards Act. Unfortunately, Congress has repeatedly undercut his efforts. Family farmers and ranchers need and deserve access to competitive livestock markets that reward them fairly for their work. That’s something Congress must figure out, soon. ### Established in 1973, the Center for Rural Affairs is a private, non-profit organization working to strengthen small businesses, family farms and ranches, and rural communities through action oriented programs addressing social, economic, and environmental issues.

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’ MY HOPE SUPPORT GROUP for adults grieving the death of a loved one meets the second Tuesday of each month from noon to 1:00 p.m. in Classroom 3 at St. Catherine Hospital at 401 E. Spruce in Garden City.

Call 620-272-2519 for more information.

BREAST FRIENDS CANCER SUPPORT GROUP for breast cancer patients meets the second Wednesday of each month from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Legacy House, at 309 E. Walnut in Garden City. For more information call 620-272-2360.

Wednesday nights - Inside Out Kids at the Hugoton Assembly of God will not be meeting again until after the first of the year.

December 19-January 2 - Christmas Break for Heritage Christian Academy and USD 210 Hugoton students.

December 20-January 6 - Christmas Break for USD 209 Moscow and USD 217 Rolla students.

December 31 - New Year’s Eve! - New Year’s Dance at the Stevens County Acitivity Center starting at 8 pm.

- New Year’s Bash at Barb’s Den at 9:00 p.m. Ad on page 7.

- Ring in New Year’s at Antlers in Moscow starting at 9:30 pm.

January 1, 2015 - Happy New Year!

January 5-9 - School Safety Week January 6 - Heritage Christian Academy Board will meet at 7:00 p.m.

- Hugoton Sports Boosters will meet at 7:00 p.m. in the high school auditorium.

January 8 - Stevens County Genealogical Society will meet at 1:00 p.m. in the Stevens County Library’s

computer lab.

- Stevens County Farm Service Agency and K-State Research & Extension will host a Farm Bill Information meeting at 6:00 p.m. at the Stevens County Fairgrounds.

January 19 - USD 210 Board of Education will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the Hugoton Middle School Library.

January 21 - Hugoton Primary School classroom and group pictures.

January 22 - Hugoton Intermediate School classroom and group pictures.

January 26-27 - No school for USD 210 Hugoton students.

January 28 - Hugoton Middle School science fair, starting at 8:30 a.m.

February 3 - Hugoton Elementary third graders will present their music program at 7:00 p.m. in the HES gym.

- Heritage Christian Academy Board will meet at 7:00 p.m.

February 4 - Early release for Heritage Christian Academy students at 12:00 noon.

- Early release for USD 210 Hugoton students at 1:30 p.m.

February 5-6 - No school for Heritage Chris-

Dakota Oxley The death of Dakota Lee Oxley has been learned.

Dakota, 23, passed away Saturday, December 27, 2014 at Southwest Medical Center in Liberal.

Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by Brenneman Funeral Home of Liberal.

tian Academy or USD 210 Hugoton students due to Parent/Teacher Conferences.

February 9 - No school for USD 209 Moscow students due to Parent / Teacher Conferences. Grade school conferences will be from 4:00 to 7:30 p.m. and junior/senior high conferences will be from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.

February 9-12 - Hugoton Elementary School Book Fair Week.

February 10 - Hugoton Sports Boosters will meet at 7:00 p.m. in the high school cafeteria.

February 12 - Stevens County Genealogical Society will meet at 1:00 p.m. in the Stevens County Library’s computer lab.

- Hugoton High School wrestling Senior Night

February 13 - Hugoton High School winter homecoming, starting with basketball versus Goodland at 4:45 p.m.

February 16 - Presidents’ Day

Clementine Schmitt Notice was received of the death of Clementine Schmitt.

Mrs. Schmitt passed from this life Monday December 29, 2014 at the grand age of 100.

Funeral services are planned for Saturday, January 3 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Helen Catholic Church in Hugoton under the direction of Paul's Funeral Home.

A complete obituary will be in next week’s Hermes.

In high school Kenneth was active in football and honor society and later attended the University of Kansas. He served in the Navy during World War II, farmed land in Stevens County, and worked for over 40 years as an engineer for Northern Natural Gas Company.

Kenneth was an avid round and square dancer, water skier, and motorcycle trail rider. He was gifted in woodworking as well as anything mechanical.

He was always the one who “could fix anything”.

Ken and his wife Midge owned several RVs and motor homes and traveled to every state in the continental United States. In later years he traveled to Hawaii with his daughter and her family and to Alaska with his son and his family. His greatest love was for family, and he was dearly loved by his children and grandchildren.

Although Mr. Greenwood often worked two jobs, he never missed a family event and always had time for his children and grandchildren. After his son Randy attended and graduated from Kansas State University, Kenneth became a devoted K-State fan, attending as many games as possible in person and watching the rest on television. His daughter graduated from SMU with a BFA and MFA in dance, so Kenneth began building props and

Joyce Plank Word has been received of the death of former Hugoton resident Joyce Marie Plank.

Mrs. Plank, of Platte City, Mo., went to be with the Lord Sunday, December 28, 2014 at the age of 76.

Joyce was born June 29, 1938 in rural Steven's County to Carl and Muriel Ellis. She attended high school at Friends Haviland Academy in Haviland.

She was a lifetime member of the Bethel Friends Church of Hugoton.

Mrs. Plank spent her lifetime in southwest Kansas and was employed at Kramer, Nordling, Nordling and Tate Law Firm; USD 210 Superintendent Office; and the Stevens County Hospital. After retiring to Platte City in November of 2002, she volunteered eight years at the St. Luke's Northland Hospital.

Betty Caldwell Friends and family gathered Wednesday to remember and honor Betty L. Caldwell, 89, of Ulysses. Mrs. Caldwell passed from this life Friday, December 26, 2014 at Bob Wilson Memorial Hospital in Ulysses.

The daughter of James Loyd Livesay and the former Salome Pudge, she was born December 18, 1925 in Stanton County.

She was a lifetime resident of Grant County.

Betty and Harry H. Caldwell Jr. were married February 7, 1942 in Garden City. He preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her parents; one grandson, Eric Holland; three sisters, Virginia Rose, Maxine Cahoun and Audrey Livesay; and two brothers,

James and Tom Livesay.

Mrs. Caldwell was a member of the Shelton Memorial Christian Church. She enjoyed cooking at home as well as with ladies at church and helped with most dinners and functions at the church. She liked to help her husband with the ranch and farm. She also enjoyed her family and friends and was very involved with her children’s activities throughout the years.

Survivors include her two sons, Jerry K. Caldwell and wife Judy and Randall L. Caldwell and wife Linda all of Ulysses; two daughters, Wanda J. Holland and husband Emmett of Oktaha, Ok. and Janet E. Rollick and husband Ron of Surprise, Az.; her brother Charles Livesay; three sisters, Glynns

scenery for dance productions and attended ballet festivals throughout the Southwest.

Kenneth was always available to read stories to his children and grandchildren, to proofread Randy’s books, to repair broken toys and bicycles, to build sets for Randy’s photo studio and for Cynthia’s dance company, to help with math tutoring or science fair projects, or just to listen to hopes and dreams. He attended wrestling matches, ballets, show choir performances, band and choir performances, football games, theatre productions, gymnastic competitions and dance recitals in support of his children and grandchildren.

Mr. Greenwood was a family man who was born and spent his life in Hugoton. He was loved and will be missed and remembered by his family and friends.

Survivors include his wife of 68 years, Mildred “Midge” Gaskill Greenwood; his son Randal Greenwood and wife Rebecca of Hugoton; his daughter Cynthia Greenwood Coker and husband Chester of Corpus Christi, Tx.; three grandsons, Evan Greenwood of Hugoton, Ehren Coker and wife Sara of St. Louis, Mo. and Kenneth “KC” Coker of Austin, Tx.; three granddaughters, Amber Greenwood Taylor and husband Ben of Colorado Springs, Co., Ciara Greenwood of Hugoton and Arielle Coker of Los Angeles, Ca.; great granddaughter Aria Taylor of Colorado Springs; and great grandson Corban Coker of St. Louis.

Kenneth had one sister, Verna Jones, who is deceased.

Verna’s husband Carl Jones resides in Grand Junction, Co. The funeral service was attended at the United Methodist Church in Hugoton, Friday morning, December 26, 2014.

Donations may be given in his memory to the United Methodist Church. Memorials may be mailed to Paul’s Funeral Home, PO Box 236, Hugoton, Ks 67951.

Parsons of Lewisville, Tx., Grace Willis of Tucson, Az. and Ann DeMoss of Morgan Hill, Ca.; ten grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; nine great great grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were attended Wednesday afternoon, December 31, 2014 at the Shelton Memorial Christian Church in Ulysses with Pastor Kelly Gindlesberger and Bill Harrold presiding. Burial followed in the Shockey Cemetery of Ulysses. Grant County Funeral Home of Ulysses was in charge of arrangements.

Memorials have been established for Grant County Senior Center. Memorials may be mailed to Grant County Funeral Home, 218 S. Main St., Ulysses, Ks 67880.

Joyce will be remembered for her love of children, playing the piano/organ at home and at church, collecting dolls, her selflessness and her love of family.

Those who preceded Joyce in death were her parents, Carl and Muriel Ellis.

She is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, John Plank; her brother Gene Ellis and wife Patricia of Lenexa; her daughters, Michelle Nordyke and husband Scott of Kansas City, Mo. and Melinda Campbell and husband Bobbie of Johns Creek, Ga.; four grandchildren, Nicole Nordyke O'Hern and husband Sean, Ceara Nordyke, Dylan Campbell and Erin Campbell; two great granddaughters, Roslyn and Charlotte O'Hern; and many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service is planned for 10:00 a.m. Friday, January 2, 2015 at the First Baptist Church, 214 Ferrel Street, in Platte City, Mo. A funeral service will take place at the Bethel Friends Church in Hugoton at 1:00 p.m. Monday, January 5, 2015.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Barclay College or Bethel Friends Church and sent to Garnand Funeral Home in Hugoton.

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Year in review Continued from page 1 Maria Cecenas.

In August, the primary election results determined Republican and Democratic nominees for office. The tank in front of the Hugoton VFW Hall was moved to a new location in Rosebud, Mo. after Hugoton’s VFW Post merged with Liberal’s.

Hugoton’s first High Plains Music Fest out at Dirtona Raceway entertained over 500 people, with a solid mix of red dirt country, classic country and southern rock music.

Moscow native Easton Hamlin lent his voice amidst the other performers.

At the twenty-third annual Gas Capital Car Show, J.W. Barry won the “Best of Show” trophy with his 1929 Ford pickup. In September, the ALS ice bucket challenge was all the rage. Several area groups accepted the challenge, including the Sheriff’s Department, Stevens County Hospital, the Hugoton Police Department and, of course, The Hugoton Hermes!

Hugoton resident David Eckert was elected Grand Lap of the Masonic Lapland organization August 23. Grand Lap is the same as president in other organizations. Mr. Eckert will serve as Grand Lap for a year.

The Hugoton High School marching band received a Superior I rating from the State Fair marching competition in September. They are directed

by Amy Freeman. Commissioners met the new Cimarron National Grasslands District Ranger Lance Brown at their September 15 meeting.

Pioneer Manor celebrated National Centenarian Day Saturday, September 22. Residents recognized included Clemmie Schmidt, Ruby Smith, Fanny Kagarice and Velda Sandusky. Hugoton High School’s fall 2014 Homecoming King and Queen were

Michael Baeza and Mariah Archuleta.

Former U.S. Senator Bob Dole visited Hugoton September 24. Countless Hugoton residents attended the meeting at Memorial Hall to speak with Mr. Dole during his 105county Gratitude Tour.

Gladys Renfro, longtime curator of the Stevens County Gas and Historical Museum, passed away September 24.

Gladys was also an accomplished piano player, and played for numerous gatherings in the community.

October 4, the Hugoton community was rocked when young Montana Beesley lost her life in a tragic vehicle accident. She was a beautiful and talented young woman who had been selected as one of only 40 acts to perform in the National FFA Talent Competition at the FFA Convention in late October. Montana was the daughter of Don and Renee Beesley.

Hugoton High School graduates Nicholas Goode and Karessa Nordyke won the distinction of an American FFA Degree at the eighty-seventh annual National FFA Convention in Louisville, Ky. in October. HMS students Vivian Titus, Jacquelynn Grewell, Claire Clark, Rebecca Johnson, Bergen Ohling, Austin Dale, Jaxon Teeter and Cody Mills were chosen as members of the SWKMEA Middle Level Honor Band and Choir. Little Emily Willis completed her second “1000 Books Before Kindergarten” challenge at the Stevens County Library in October.

17, Abengoa October Bioenergy hosted their grand opening event at their facility west of Hugoton. Speakers included U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Dr. Ernest Moniz, Kansas Governor Sam Brownback and Abengoa CEO Manuel Sanchez Ortega.

Hugoton mourned the loss of a familiar face when Joel Nieto Jr. passed away as the result of a car accident October 14. Joel’s happy de-

backyard, where his pickup destroyed a wooden fence and a backyard gazebo. Ron also struck an electric pole guy strand, causing a temporary

HHS was treated to a bevy of beauties - and no shortage of fine fellas - at the prom Saturday, April 19. Miguel Degollado, Roger Figeroa, Roger’s stunning date, Catie LeNeve, Sayra Chavez, Leslie Miller, Magee Gifford and Rocio Rodriguez caused quite a few jaws to drop as they show their finery around the table.

HHS’s 2014 prom theme was “Glitz, Glamour, Gatsby”. meanor and perpetual smile will be missed by all.

Hugoton High School’s cross country boys’ team claimed the title of League Champs at Holcomb October 16. They are coached by Nick Rodriguez. Both the HHS girls’ and boys’ teams qualified for State competition at Regionals. Hugoton Middle School’s eighth grade girls also won their League Championship. They are coached by Bobbi Ferguson.

HHS runner Issac Castro won second place during State competition Saturday, November 1. Moscow Veteran Lowell Stanley participated in an Honor Flight in late October. Mr. Stanley served in the Korean War. Three Hugoton clubs of Beta Sigma Phi selected Hedy Lairmore as Woman of the Year for 2014. HHS grad Karessa Nordyke claimed the first American FFA Degree in Hugoton FFA history at the Convention in November.

Mariah Rome was selected to dance in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City after winning the AllAmerican Award at dance camp during the summer.

Moscow’s Zachary Pierson became an Eagle Scout November 16.

Ron Brewer was the victim of a series of unfortunate events in November. He was bit by a rattlesnake and opted to drive to the hospital. While traveling, he became disoriented and ended up in a

power outage on the west side of Hugoton. Fortunately, Ron came out of the incident without much lasting damage.

In December, Jim Bell was recognized by commissioners for his service to the community. Hugoton band director Amy Freeman took 13 Hugoton Middle and High School students to the Five State Honor Band competition.

Prominent Rolla resident, teacher and coach Neill Hays passed away December 12.

He will be remembered by the community for many years to come.

The Hugoton High School boys’ basketball team won the 2014 Blue and Red Classic.

HHS graduate Zane Hershey was honored as a United States Air Force Weapons Officer after being chosen as Outstanding Graduate at the prestigious USAF Weapons School. Zane also won the Flying Award for his squadron. Rolla senior Chandler Huddleston was picked as the first alternate in the United States Senate Youth Program. Only two students are selected per state.

Sesthleng Garcia’s poster was selected as the State winner in the Conservation District’s annual poster contest.

Her poster will be displayed at the National Contest in February in New Orleans, La. So there you have it - 2014 in a nutshell. Hopefully 2015 will bring even more, hopefully good, local news!

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SOCIAL SECURITY NEWS

By Rich Fowler Social Security Operations Supervisor in Dodge City RING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH A COLA Happy New Year from Social Security! Put down the champagne and ring in the New Year with a COLA! And we don’t mean the soda. In 2015, nearly 64 million Americans who receive Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will receive a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) increase to their monthly benefit payments of 1.7 percent.

The average monthly Social Security benefit for a retired worker in 2015 is $1,328 (up from $1,306 in 2014). The average monthly Social Security benefit for a disabled worker in 2015 is $1,165 (up from $1,146 in 2014).

For people who receive SSI, the maximum federal payment amount increased to $733 (up from $721 in 2014).

Other Social Security

changes in 2015 are also worth noting. For example, the maximum amount of earnings subject to the Social Security payroll tax will increase to $118,500 (up from $117,000 in 2014). A worker will earn one credit toward Social Security coverage after paying taxes on $1,220 in earnings in 2015 (up from $1,200 in 2014). As a reminder, eligibility for retirement benefits still requires 40 credits (usually about ten years of work).

Information about Medicare changes for 2015 is available at www.medicare. gov.

The Social Security Act outlines how the COLA is calculated. To read more about the COLA, please visit www.socialsecurity.gov/cola.

To learn more about other changes in 2015, read our fact sheet at www.socialsecu rity.gov/news/press/fact sheets/colafacts2015.html.

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KDOT seeks STIP comments HHS Coach Clint Merritt puckers up to a pig, hoisted by Darin Heger, back in February after HHS students voted by donating cans of food. The unusual election was put together by the Hugoton FFA to benefit Project Hope.

HUGOTON POLICE REPORT Business Hours, Call 544-4959 After Hours, Call 544-2020 Monday, December 22, 2014 • Vandalism, 600 Block of South Adams, Took Report, Officer Crane • Dog at Large, 700 Block of South Adams, Returned to Owner, Officer Crane • Non Injury Accident, 900 Block of South Harrison, No RP Personal Property, Officer Lamatsch Tuesday, December 23, 2014 • Vehicle Unlock, 1000 Block of South Main, Citizen Assist, Officer Crane • Suspicious Bag, 400 Block of South Jefferson, Garbage, Officer Crane • Vehicle Unlock, 200 Block of South Jefferson, Citizen Assist, Officer Crane • Dogs at Large, 700 Block of South Jefferson, Returned to Owner, Officer Crane • Dog at Large, 500 Block of Jayhawk, Dog Impounded, Officer Lamatsch • Theft, Subject Arrested, Officer Lamatsch

• Vehicle Unlock, 300 Block of East Third, Citizen Assist, Officer Lamatsch • Noise Complaint, 800 Block of Monroe, Officer Lamatsch Wednesday, December 24, 2014 • Vehicle Unlock, 100 Block of South Main, Citizen Assist, Sergeant Johnson Thursday, December 25, 2014 • Fire Assist, 500 Block of Jayhawk, Public Service, Officer Hagman Friday, December 26, 2014 • Funeral Escort, 800 Block of South Main, Public Service, Officer Crane Saturday, December 27, 2014 • Barking Dogs, 300 Block of South Madison, All Quiet, Officer Crane Sunday, December 28, 2014 • Domestic Battery, 700 Block of South Monroe, Officer Crane • Vehicle Unlock, 500 Block of Northwest Avenue, Citizen Assist, Officer Lamatsch • Dog at Large, 200 Block of West Eighth, Unable to Locate, Officer Lamatsch

DivorceCare seminars offered

by My Father’s House DivorceCare, a divorce recovery seminar and support group, will meet at My Father’s House in Hugoton each Monday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.

DC4K (DivorceCare for Kids) also meets at the same time and is structured to minister to children ages five-12. The church is located at 207 E. Sixth St. right across the street from the courthouse.

DivorceCare features nationally recognized experts on divorce and recovery topics.

Seminar sessions include

“Facing My Anger,” “Facing My Loneliness,” “Depression,” “New Relationships,” “KidCare” and “Forgiveness”. Seminar sessions will begin January 12. There will be 13 consecutive weeks of meetings.

For more information, call Madelyn Sullivan at 620-5442849 or My Father’s House at 620-428-6410. Please feel free to contact Madelyn at msully@pld.com if you have any questions or would like more information.

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) is requesting comments regarding the FY 2015-2018 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) draft document.

The STIP is a project specific publication that lists all KDOT administered projects, regardless of funding source, and includes projects for counties and cities as well as projects on the State Highway System.

The draft STIP document may be viewed at www.ksdot.org/

burProgProjMgmt/stip/stip.asp.

The approval of the STIP requires a public comment period, which concludes January 7, 2015. To make comments on the STIP, contact KDOT’s Bureau of Program and Project Management at (785) 2962252.

This information is available in alternative accessible formats. To obtain an alternative format, contact the KDOT Office of Public Affairs, 785-2963585 (Voice/ Hearing Impaired - 711).

Average gas price down a dollar from last year Average retail gasoline prices in Kansas have fallen 14.2 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.00 per gallon Sunday, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 1,329 gas outlets in Kansas.

This compares with the national average that has fallen 9.6 cents per gallon in the last week to $2.28 per gallon, according to gasoline price Web site GasBuddy.com.

Including the change in gas prices in Kansas during the past week, prices Sunday were 104.3 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 63.0 cents per gallon lower than a month ago. The national average has decreased 50.6 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 100.5 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.

“The dramatic decline at the pump continues to reap significant savings for the

motoring public- over $525 million less spent every day versus this past summer, or $375 million less than the same time last year,” said Patrick DeHaan, senior petroleum analyst with GasBuddy. “The slump in crude oil has wavered slightly and we're in the fourth quarter of the game. However, there is still a chance that crude prices resume their slump again, and carry the pump plunge into overtime," DeHaan said.

Gas prices have fallen $1.85 per gallon in Michigan since June 28, the largest drop in the nation. Following close behind: Kentucky, down $1.66 per gallon, Indiana, down $1.62 per gallon, Ohio, down $1.61 per gallon, and Illinois, down $1.60 per gallon over the same time frame. More statistics can be found at media.gasbuddy. com.

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PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, December 18, 2014) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF AVANELL N. GASKILL, DECEASED Case No. 14-PR-16 NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR FINAL SETTLEMENT THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that a Petition has been filed on December 10, 2014, in said Court by Joyce Smith and Brenda Schechter, Co-Executrixes of the estate of Avanell N. Gasksill, deceased, praying for a final settlement of the estate, approval of their acts, proceedings and accounts as Co-Executrixes, allowance for attorneys' fees and expenses, determination of the heirs, devisees and

legatees entitled to the estate and assignment to them in accordance with the Will of Avanell N. Gaskill, deceased. You are hereby required to file your written defenses thereto on or before January 13, 2015, at 9:30 o'clock a.m., on said day, in said Court, in the City of Hugoton, in Stevens County, at which time and place said cause will be heard.

Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon said Petition.

Joyce Smith and Brenda Schechter, Petitioners Richard R. Yoxall #9953 YOXALL, ANTRIM, FOREMAN & FRYMIRE, LLP 101 West Fourth Street Liberal, Kansas 67901 Phone: (620) 624-8444 Fax: (620) 624-8221 Email: ryoxall@yoxallfirm.com Attorney for Petitioners

New Year’s Eve Dance Stevens County Activity Center 624 S Main • Hugoton

Wednesday, December 31 8 p.m. - Midnight

Open to all ages. Door Prizes will be given away throughout the evening.

Join us to ring in the New Year in a smoke-free and alcohol-free environment.

Please bring a snack to share.

Coffee, tea and water provided.

Come to dance or play cards and other games.

Country Western Music provided

by Craig Stevens.

Guess who

HUGOTON HIGH SCHOOL 100TH YEAR ALUMNI CHATTER

Guess who

Most Popular Band says Hermes

From all reports, Hugoton was really put on the map this past Wednesday and Thursday at the State Fair by their well groomed and snappy band. The band participated in five parades during the two days, as well as giving a special exhibition before l5,000 persons in the grandstand Wednesday night.

The band, accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Karl Thurman and four band mothers, arrived in Hutchinson about midnight last Tuesday. At ten the next morning they were marching, playing and waltzing the parade route through Hutchinson. The band fell out at the News-Herald office where all members were given all the soda pop they could drink and Mr. Thurman was asked to give a special exhibition of baton twirling. The band then continued the parade route to the Grace Hospital where they played a number for the patients. A large Santa Fe bus was then waiting to take the band to the fair grounds where the members were free for about one and a half hours. Again the band assembled, this time marching the parade route on the fair grounds about noon Wednesday.

After being released for two hours the Trailway air conditioned bus took those members desiring to return to the pullmans back into town, where everyone was given liberty until 6 o’clock. Again, the bus took them to the fair grounds where they marched the parade route

at about 6:30.

From here, the band was asked by Secretary of the State Fair Sam Mitchell, for a special demonstration to be given in front of the grandstand. This according to Mr. Bert Snyder, secretary of the Chamber of Commerce, was quite an honor for our band, as it is the first time in the history of the state fair that a band has been asked to perform in front of the grandstand for the night show and especially an honor to appear on the stage with the night show.

The band drilled for about 20 minutes and then filed onto the stage where Mr. Thurman was announced for a special exhibition. At this time the announcer stated that it was the Hugoton band performing and Hugoton is the Natural Gas Capitol of the World as well as stated the facts about the Gascapade, horse show, etc.

Much favorable comment was heard about the band's work Wednesday night and many people in the crowd reported that they were proud to be from Hugoton with such a

wonderful exhibition as was given.

All band members were free after the special show until they were to be in the pullman cars.

The next morning at 9:00 the band was the first in the parade and they followed the same parade route as the day before.

Also the same route was followed at the fair grounds.

According to those on the streets Hugoton was the snappiest and best band that had attended the fair - Such comments, as one person stated to Mr. Thurman, “spotted your band and followed them the entire parade route as I didn’t want to miss a thing they did.

You have the snappiest bunch of players that I've ever seen.” Another told Mr. Thurman that his exhibition alone was worth more than the price admission into the grandstand.

Mr. Mueller, from Hugoton, reports that he got into a taxi and the driver asked him where he was from. “Hugoton,” stated Mr. Mueller and the taxi driver said, “Oh you are from that place that has that wonderful march-

EDITOR’S NOTE: Throughout the months leading up to the reunion, The Hermes will be including photos of the past. If you’re still stumped about the identity of the GUESS WHO photos by next week, names will appear in the next issue. If anyone has any photos to share from school days gone by, you may email them to hermeswb@pld.com or bring or mail them in to have them scanned. If you need the photo returned, please state so and include your mailing address.

ing band everyone is talking about.” The driver stated that everyone who rode in his cab the past two days had been talking about the Hugoton band as being so outstanding.

Gov. Carlson and secretary of the fair Sam Mitchell approached Mr. Thurman last Thursday and congratulated him on the high school band.

The governor told Mr. Thurman that he certainly did recall the band last year at a football game he attended during the Gascapades in Hugoton and commented about how cold the weather was that day and also about Mr. Thurman's ability with the baton.

The News-Herald reports that Hugoton’s band received more publicity than any other band attending the fair.

Thank you to Jane Brechbuhler Homan of the class of 1955, now residing in Columbia, Mo.. who submitted this article which she found in the 1949 Hugoton Rural High School Eagle .

Did You Know?

Shirlene Burrows

Class of 66

Walter Beesley

Consumer Corner

by Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt

Citizens State Bank 601 S. Main - Hugoton

PAUL'S FUNERAL HOME David & Brandy Robson

314 S. Van Buren 544-4122

Pyramid Agency, Inc. 521 S. Main - Hugoton

“O sing unto the LORD a new song; for he hath done marvellous things : his right hand, and his holy arm, hath gotten him the victory.” — Psalm 98:1

Faith Publishing LLC 522 S. Main 620-544-4321

AGAPE CHURCH OF HUGOTON 409 East Ninth, Hugoton Sunday – 10:30 a.m.

428-1135

ASAMBLEA DE DIOS LOS REDIMIDOS DEL REY Martes 7:00 PM Jueves 7:00 PM Domingo 3:00 PM 138 S. Main Hugoton Pastores: Martinez 620-544-7096

ASSEMBLY OF GOD Main and Second Street 544-2773 Ben Coats, Pastor Sunday School - 9:45 a.m.

Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Life Groups Sunday Nights - 6:00 p.m.

Inside Out Kids Wed. - 6:30 p.m.

Student Ministry @ The Turnaround Wed. 7:00 p.m.

FAITH LUTHERAN Tenth and Adams 544-2092 Christopher M. Fincher, Pastor Morning Worship - 9:00 a.m.

Sunday School - 10:30 a.m.

Bible Study, Wednesday - 7:30 p.m.

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 600 S. Van Buren - 544-2715 Pastor Heath Kelley Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.

Fellowship - 10:15 - 10:30 a.m.

Worship Hour - 10:30 - 12:00 Children's Church, 10:30 a.m.

Jr. High Youth Group, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Sr. High Youth Group, 7:45-9:00 p.m.

Information on small groups call 544-2715

FIRST CHURCH OF GOD 801 W. City Limits 544-2652 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Evening Worship - 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00 p.m.

Call 544-2652 for Church Bus

BETHEL FRIENDS CHURCH

HUGOTON BAPTIST CHURCH

11th & Jefferson - 544-8517 Roy Bogan, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Morning Service - 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Evening Ministries - 6:30 p.m.

(Children, Youth, & Adult)

LIGHTHOUSE FELLOWSHIP

CHURCH OF CHRIST 1045 S. Van Buren Church: 544-2825 Home: 453-0965 Lee Rottman 1041 S. Van Buren Wednesday - 7:00 p.m.

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Evening Service - 6:00 p.m.

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS 520 E. First 544-2125 Sacrament - 9:00 a.m.

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Priesthood - 11:00 a.m.

CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 500 S. Van Buren 544-2493 Pastor Dave Piper Sunday School - 9:45 a.m.

Morning Worship - 10:45 a.m.

Evening Services - 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.

COWBOY CHURCH - HUGOTON Second & Fourth Tuesday of every month Stevens County Commercial Building at Fairgrounds 7:00 p.m.

FAITH CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST Tenth and Jefferson Lawrence Johnson, Pastor Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Bible Band (Tuesday) - 6:00 p.m.

Home and Forn. Miss. (Friday) - 6:00 p.m.

Youth - 6:00 p.m.

Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.

Eighth and Main 544-2210 506 East Eighth - 544-2295 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study - 6:30 p.m.

424 S. Jackson 544-4828 Don Quattlebum, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Church - 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday - 7:00 p.m.

Pre-Service Prayer - half hour before service

LONE STAR FRIENDS CHURCH 14 Miles East of Hugoton on Highway 51 Church 624-3784 Home 624-3104 Sunday School - 9:45 a.m.

Contemporary Worship Celebration - 10:45 a.m.

Jr. High & Sr. High Youth Group - Sunday 6:30 p.m.

Sunday Evening Fellowship - 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Evening Adult Study - 6:30 p.m.

Prayer Meeting Wednesday - 8:00 p.m.

Christian Life Club (age 2 - 18) - 6:30 p.m.

MY FATHER’S HOUSE

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH 516 N.E. Avenue 544-2355 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service - 10:45 a.m.

Rev. Larry Bradford, Interim Pastor 544-9492 or 598-2400 YOU ARE WELCOME!

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 828 S. Main Hugoton 544-8715 Reverend Jo Mead, Pastor Monday Bible Study - 1:30 p.m.

Wednesday Praise! Kids - 3:45 p.m.

Wednesday Jr. High Youth Fellowship - 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday Sr. High Youth Fellowship - 7:00 p.m.

Thursday Prayer Service - 12:00-1:00 p.m.

Sunday School - 9:45 a.m.

Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

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MOSCOW MOSCOW BAPTIST CHURCH 598-2455 Church 1 mile S. of Moscow, 1/2 mile E. of Moscow/Hooker Rd. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.

Team Kids (Wed.) - 3:30-5:00p.m. Sept.-May

MOSCOW UNITED METHODIST 598-2426 Tim McCrary, Pastor 598-2421 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Kid’s Club - Wednesday 3:30 p.m.

UMYF Jr. High - 6:00 p.m.

UMYF Sr. High - 5:00 p.m.

ROLLA EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH

A Full Gospel Church 207 East 6th - Hugoton Pam Peachey, Pastor 544-2436 Services Sundays 10:30 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.

202 Monroe St. - Rolla, Ks. 67954 Henry McGuire, Pastor 593-4693 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Sunday Evening Service - 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Evening, AWANA’s - 6:45 p.m.

PRIMERO BAUTISTA IGLESIA

ROLLA PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH

HISPANO Congregación 618 Main sur - Hugoton 620-370-1003 Pastor Marcelino Auila Servicio de la Iglesia 11:00 a.m. - Domingo 7:00 p.m. - Miércoles

Corner of Third and Adams, Rolla Marcus Light, Pastor Church - 593-4626, Parsonage - 593-4796 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday night meal - 6:00 p.m.

SOVEREIGN REDEEMER CHURCH

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ROLLA - RICHFIELD

Pastor - Eric Mason 620-544-6386 www.sovereignredeemerchurch.org

ST. HELEN CATHOLIC CHURCH 1011 South Jefferson Street 544-2551 Sunday - 11:00 a.m. English Mass - 1:00 p.m. - Spanish Mass

593-4596 or 593-4781 Buzz Lambrecht, Pastor Rolla Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Youth Groups - 5:00 p.m.

Richfield Morning Worship - 9:15 a.m.

Sunday School - 10:30 a.m.

Resolve to protect yourself from ID theft in the new year As the new year arrives, it is the time that many of us will sit down and set a few goals and resolutions for ourselves. One of those resolutions should be to take some simple steps to protect yourself from identity theft.

Identity theft is one of the top complaints our office receives every year, and the numbers are growing.

Thieves can steal your identity in any number of ways – both high-tech and low-tech.

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Subscriptions $30.00 (including Kansas State Sales Tax) for Stevens and adjoining Kansas Counties, $35.00 elsewhere in state (including Kansas State Sales Tax), and for all out of state subscriptions. Online subscriptions are $25.00 a year. Online and printed subscriptions combined are $10.00 plus the cost of the subscription. Foreign Subscription Rate $40.00. School Subscriptions and Military Personnel $25.00 (including Kansas State Sales Tax) payable in advance. Advertising Rates Noncommissionable $5.00 per column inch, Commissionable Rates $6.25 per column inch, Classified $5.00 per column inch. Frequency is weekly every Thursday. Periodicals Postage paid at Hugoton, Ks. 67951.

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Opinion Page Our opinion page is open to the public.

We encourage comments from readers in the form of letters to the editor or guest columns. All letters must be signed and must include the address and telephone number of the sender. (names will be published but not address & phone#) Letters should be no more than 300 words. No libelous or offensive letter will be published. The guest column or letter to the editor does not reflect the opinion of this newspaper or its representatives.

They could have gotten your information in one of the well-publicized computer security hacks of the past year.

Or maybe they just dug through your trash and found an old credit card bill or bank statement.

When your identity is stolen, it can take months – or even years – to put the pieces of your financial life back together. Our consumer protection team will be there to help if that happens, but there are also a few simple steps you can take to avoid becoming a victim.

Regularly change your passwords to all online banking and other accounts that may contain personal identifying information, including your email. The new year is a good time to review your passwords and decide which ones might need to be changed.

• Never provide personal financial information, including your Social Security number, account numbers or passwords, over the phone or the Internet if you did not initiate the contact.

• Never click on a link provided in an e-mail you believe is fraudulent.

• Don’t be intimidated by an e-mail or caller who suggests dire consequences if you do not immediately provide or verify financial information.

• If you believe the contact may be legitimate, contact the financial institution your-

self. You can find phone numbers and Web sites on the monthly statements you receive from your financial institution, or you can look the company up in a phone book or on the Internet and contact them directly. To contact your credit card company, call the customer service number printed on the back of the card.

• Review account statements regularly to ensure all charges are correct. If your account statement is late in arriving, call your financial institution to find out why. If your financial institution offers electronic account access, periodically review activity online to catch suspicious activity.

• Securely destroy old personal documents you no longer need to keep. Use a paper shredder or take your documents to a secure document disposal company.

Many banks offer this service to their customers – and our office will be offering opportunities later this spring during National Consumer Protection Week. Watch our website at www.InYourCornerKan sas.org for more information on upcoming events.

If you do fall victim to identity theft, you may file a report with our office by visiting our consumer protection website at www.InYour CornerKansas.org or call (800) 432-2310.

Ornery little penguins are using this Christmas polar bear for their very own exciting fun filled ski slope during the festive season at the corner of Fourth and Lincoln.

The Hugoton Hermes

by Stevens County FACS Agent Nancy Honig

safer to manage activities of daily living. These changes may include adding or removing simple features of the home with low to moderate cost.

They could also be simple purchased items that make independent living acceptable.

There are many benefits of modifying homes in order to age in place. Simple modifications will allow people to stay in their homes longer, which also helps people maintain a sense of dignity. Over the course of their lives, many people will experience home environments that no longer help, but rather hinder daily activities. As their needs change, so should their home environments. When a home is modi-

fied, it promotes independence and a longer, healthier life.

Simple home modification can also help with some primary physical disabilities, including: • hearing, • vision, • sense of touch and dexterity, • strength and range of motion, • mobility and agility, and • balance and coordination.

Safety is another reason to make simple home modifications. By adding a grab bar or removing a few throw rugs, you can decrease the chances of a person falling.

Assessing Your Home Before home modifications

can be made, an assessment of the home needs to be taken.

The assessment is fairly easy to do, checking one room at a time. In each room, decide what adjustments should be made to make that space safer and more accessible. Assessing the rooms individually will keep the task from becoming overwhelming. As rooms are assessed, recognize the less you have in a room, the safer your home environments become. By removing items from the home, a safer, more friendly environment results, allowing one to live in that place longer.

There are a number of online assessments you can use, and we have copies of some of them at the Extension Office.

Once you have assessed your rooms you can begin to decide what changes will be simple and easy, and what changes may require hiring work, or are higher in cost.

Cost will vary depending on what modifications you choose to do. The difficulty in our area is finding someone available to make those modifications, especially the smaller ones. The cost of some simple modifications may seem extravagant, but they do not normally add up to the cost of a month of assisted living or nursing home care. Whether the home requires simple modifications or more complex ones, alteration allow individuals to remain in the home longer, saving them money, making their living environment safer, and giving them more independence.

This time of year is great for doing a home assessment in your own home, or in that of someone you love, and look for ways to improve the environment to make it safer and more livable for the coming new year.

The Colonel John Seward Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution attended their monthly meeting Tuesday, December 16, at the Branding Iron Restaurant in Liberal.

For the program Carl Holmes and Robert Caraway presented the stories of their Patriot's service in the Revolutionary War. Among business conducted during the meeting it was voted unanimously to present Lynda Fort, KSSDAR State Librarian and Vice Regent, Byrd Prewitt Chapter of the DAR and Byrd Prewitt Chapter a certificate of appreciation. The Byrd Prewitt Chapter had received some surplus books from the DAR

2010 to 2013. In addition, an estimated 1.3 million patient harms were prevented nationally.

“Three years ago more than 100 Kansas hospitals stepped up to embrace bold goals that reach to the very mission of hospitals for safe quality care,” said Tom Bell, president and chief executive officer of the Kansas Hospital Association.

“Today their phenomenal results represent major strides in patient safety that will continue in 2015.”

“Collaborative teamwork, accountability, and leadership resulted in prevention of an estimated 3,800 safety events (including readmissions) at an estimated cost savings of more than $23.2 million in Kansas,” said Bell. “We are proud of hospitals’ participation in the Kansas HEN and encouraged by the impact on the delivery of care.”

The Kansas HEN was managed by the Kansas Healthcare Collaborative and in collaboration with the Health Research and Educational Trust, an affiliate of the American Hospital Association. The PFP HEN provided education and resources to Kansas hospitals. These included evidence-based practice protocols for reducing harm;

technical assistance and consultation specific to a hospital’s needs; nationally and locallyrenowned subject matter experts; and monthly coaching calls providing the latest information and the opportunity to share and learn from peer hospitals.

“KHC congratulates Kansas hospitals for their extensive contributions and work together to improve quality and patient safety throughout Kansas, said Kendra Tinsley, KHC executive director. “These reductions are the result of a deep commitment to patient safety and have a demonstrable impact on patients’ lives.”

“One achievement that KHC is particularly proud of is the implementation state wide of a ‘hard-stop’ obstetric policy to prevent early elective deliveries,” explained Tinsley. “By the end of 2013, all 49 of the Kansas HEN birthing hospitals adopted a hard-stop policy which results in better outcomes for mothers and their newborns.”

In 2015, Kansas hospitals will continue their collaboration through the Kansas HEN. KHC, in partnership with KHA and the Kansas Medical Society, will sustain and support the improvement infrastruc-

ture created for Kansas hospitals by offering education and technical assistance, as well as providing resources and opportunities for peer-to-peer learning.

To view a complete list of participating Kansas hospitals, visit: www.khconline.org/im ages/KS-HEN-Hospitals2014.pdf. To view the complete HHS announcement, visit: www.ahrq.gov/news/news room/press-releases/ 2014/hac-decline.html.

library and spent considerable time and effort sorting them.

Lynda and the Byrd Prewitt Chapter graciously donated three boxes of books to the Colonel John Seward Chapter for the genealogical library they intend to establish in conjunction with the Coronado Museum.

Representing the Byrd Prewitt Chapter of the DAR at the meeting were Lola Caraway, State Audit Chairman, KSSDAR and Karen Rinehart, Southwest Director, KSSDAR. The next meeting of the Colonel John Seward Chapter will be Tuesday, January 20, 2015 at the Branding Iron.

Meal at 6:30 p.m. and meeting at 7:30 p.m.

Stevens County Hospital

Specialty Clinics Scheduled for January 2015

Dr. Plomaritis The Southwest Kansas Long-term Care for residents of adult care homes very seriously, Dr. Farhoud Ombudsmen met December 11 for their but they also recognize the importance of being monthly meeting. Their Christmas spirit cer- festive at the right time. If you have questions Dr. Brown tainly came out as they celebrated the holiday about becoming certified as a long-term care season, learned fire safety and enjoyed lunch ombudsmen contact Barbara Hickert, State Dr. Frankum together. Certified Long-term Care Volunteer Long-Term Care Ombudsman at 877-662-8362.

Ombudsmen take their position of advocating Dr. Ansari Hospital Engagement Network improves quality of patient care Dr. Frankum Dr. Plomaritis Dr. Farhoud Dr. Ansari Hospitals in Kansas and across the country are successfully improving the quality of care patients receive, preventing hospital-acquired conditions, such as surgical site infections, and reducing readmissions rates thanks to a national Partnership for Patients (PfP) initiative known as the Hospital Engagement Network (HEN). Nationwide, 3,700 hospitals joined the HEN campaign. Among the hospitals are Stevens County Hospital in Hugoton, Bob Wilson Memorial Grant County Hospital in Ulysses, Morton County Health Center in Elkhart and Southwest Medical Center in Liberal.

As the initiative neared completion in early December, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released a report announcing major strides in patient safety resulting in a 17 percent decline in adverse events. HHS set an ambitious goal of reducing adverse events by 40 percent and readmissions by 20 percent by the end of 2014.

The HHS report estimated 50,000 fewer patients died in hospitals, and approximately $12 billion in health care costs were saved as a result of patient safety improvements from

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“Notes From Nancy” Aging in Place in the New Year People use the term “aging in place” to mean different things, but its general definition is “remaining in one’s home safely, independently, and comfortably, regardless of age, income or ability level”. I recently presented a program on aging in place to help people realize that simple and/or complicated home modifications can provide the opportunity to live safely and independently in one’s own home, and to help people identify improvements in their own homes.

Simple home modifications can include adaptation to a home that makes it easier and

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HHS JV Eagles squash Scott City Beavers Hugoton As we approach the end of the year, the Chamber would like to invite the citizens of Stevens County to make nominations for Citizen of the Year and Lifetime Achievement awards for 2014. These awards will be presented to the honored recipients at the Chamber’s Annual Banquet February 28, 2015. Anyone who is a resident of Stevens County can make a nomination for either of these two awards. Nomination forms are available at the Chamber office or you can download the form from the Economic Development/Chamber Web site – stevenscountyks.com. Return your nomination forms to the Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce. You can bring them in to the office, mail them to 630 South Main Street or email them to hugo tonchamber@gmail.com.

There are so many people in our community who think of others before themselves. If you know someone like this, be sure to nominate them for one of these awards! Nominations must be received in the Chamber office by Monday, January 12, 2015, to be considered. No anonymous nominations will be accepted.

Chamber Gift Certificates are the PERFECT gift for Anyone, Anytime!

Birthdays, Anniversaries,

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Employee Bonuses…..Chamber Gift Certificates are the solution for all of your gift giving needs.

Purchasing Chamber Gift Certificates ensures that your money is staying in our local economy making our local businesses strong. Stop by the Chamber Office and purchase a Chamber Gift Certificate. These certificates can be written for any amount and are redeemable at most Stevens County businesses.

A NOTE TO STEVENS COUNTY BUSINESS OWNERS: The Chamber issues gift certificates all year to residents who are trying to keep shopping dollars in Stevens County, we are hoping you will accept these from your customers. As the owner of the business, you simply bring the gift certificate into the Chamber office and we write you a check that you can put in your daily deposit.

If you want to make sure a gift certificate is from the Chamber, simply call the office. We will help you make sure it is authentic. When you give a Chamber Gift Certificate your money stays local – It goes to the merchants in Stevens County who pay sales and property tax in this community.

Shop STEVENS COUNTY First!

The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce is here for YOU!

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If you have an interest in birds and some spare time this winter, consider participating in a bird count.

Participate in Christmas Bird Count You don’t have to be a seasoned birder, or even own an expensive pair of binoculars to participate in a Christmas bird count. In fact, an identification book and a bit of free time will do the trick. Birders of all skill levels will spend the next few weeks during organized bird counts recording sightings of resident and migratory birds in an effort to compile as much data as possible about Kansas’ winged species. If you have an interest in birds and don’t mind weathering the elements, consider participating in a Christmas bird count this season. It’s fun and a great way to learn more about birds in Kansas.

There are many count compilers in Kansas who send data to the Kansas Ornithological Society (KOS), and there is no charge to participate. The KOS will accept data collected on counts conducted from December 13 through January 11, 2015. The official Audubon Christmas Bird Count period is December 14 to January 5 and participation is also free of charge.

Christmas bird counts have been conducted for more than 100 years, and more than 2,000 counts are held across the na-

tion each year. Each winter, about 50 individual count events occur in Kansas. More than 40 are scheduled so far this year with others to be announced.

Count locations are scheduled in all corners of the state and points in between. Christmas bird counts are typically conducted in traditional circular census areas, each with a 7.5-mile radius. This consistency ensures data collected is comparable for population trends over time.

Count events are easy to prepare for; the best tools are a pair of binoculars, a good field guide, and appropriate clothing and footwear for possible extreme weather. For those counting in an area with a lake, a spotting scope may be necessary to identify birds at long distances. It’s also a good idea to study up on species expected in your location.

Information about Kansas Christmas bird counts can be found at the KOS Web site, www.ksbirds.org. For details, just click “2014/15 Kansas Christmas Bird Counts.”

For more information about Audubon Christmas Bird Counts in Kansas, go to birds.audubon.org/christmasbird-count.

Reserve your 2015 campsites and cabins in advance With weather in the 30s, it’s hard to picture planning spring and summer fun, but the secret about Kansas State Parks is out and reservations are a must for busy holiday weekends. Consider making your 2015 camping and cabin reservations in advance and ensure your family and friends ample space at the lake for your next visit. Campsite reservations for 2015 can be made beginning at noon on December 19, and cabin reservations can be made at any time.

Simply visit www.ksout doors.com and click on the “Reserve A Cabin Or Campsite Now” button, choose the location you’d like to visit, and begin searching for your ideal date.

Camping and cabin reservations guarantee the holder their

spot will be open and ready when they arrive at the park.

Payment in full is required at the time a reservation is made. Reserving a cabin requires a nonrefundable reservation fee.

Reserving a campsite requires a non-refundable reservation fee per stay.

Daily vehicle entrance permits are available. Annual vehicle permits are also available or you can purchase a State Park Passport when you register your vehicle. Annual vehicle permits for seniors and persons with disabilities are available through department offices.

For more information about Kansas state parks and their amenities, visit ksoutdoors.com and click “State Parks.”

The Hugoton High School junior varsity basketball boys matched up against Scott City December 19. After four quarters of action, the Hugoton Eagles were victorious over Scott City 43 to 36.

Hugoton took the lead in the first quarter with 14 points while holding Scott City to six points. Kinser added three twopoint field goals and one free throw, making up half of the points in the first quarter.

Goode played his best quarter in the second, scoring two field goals and two free throws.

Gonzales also had a great quarter adding three free throws and two two-point field goals. Hugoton continued in the lead in the

second quarter and ended it 29 to 22.

Scott City narrowed the margin in the third quarter to three points scoring eight points while holding Hugoton to four points.

The Eagles got going in the fourth quarter adding ten points to the scoreboard while holding Scott City to six points.

Tyler Goode was the high scorer for the Eagles with 13 points followed by Tony Kinser with nine points and Alex Gonzales with seven. Eddie Marquez scored six points followed

by Valentine Degallado with four and Garrett Hamlin and Caleb Gayer with two points each.

Stauth Museum exhibits Feline Fine FELINE FINE: ART OF CATS II is a sequel to the popular traveling museum exhibition of the same title that toured under the auspices of David J. Wagner, L.L.C. and its companion exhibition, PAWS AND REFLECT: ART OF CANINES. David J. Wagner, L.L.C. is reviving FELINE FINE to meet popular demand. The revival, which kicked off at the Stauth Memorial Museum in Montezuma in December, consists of 50 paintings and sculptures which portray domestic breeds and wild cats in a variety of styles ranging from photo-realism to painterly impressionism. Each participating artist will exhibit three to five works to demonstrate the range of her/his particular subject matter and treatment of these fascinating animals. This is a perfect exhibit to share with all of your visiting holiday family and friends.

Cats have been domesticated since prehistoric times and have often been the objects of superstition as well as veneration, notably, for example, by ancient Egyptians. Today, they continue to fascinate and intrigue humans, as exemplified by the musical comedy, CATS, one of the longest running shows on Broadway, and countless myths, poems and stories. Cats are carnivorous mammals of the Felidae family. Cats comprise both the domestic breeds (Abyssinian, Burmese, Siamese, Persian, etc.), and wild breeds including the great cats (lions, tigers, leopards, cheetahs), and the smaller wild cats (lynx, bobcat, ocelot, etc.). Highly adapted for hunting and devouring their prey, cats have relatively short mussels, large eyes, sensitive whiskers, and sharp claws and teeth. Most have long tails, and

all have a flexible musculoskeletal system. Most wild cats are solitary, though lions and cheetahs live in groups called prides. Besides the common house cat, the species F. catus includes many recognized breeds maintained by selected mating. Domestic breeds have coats of various lengths and colors in a variety of patterns, making them, like their wild cousins, wonderful subjects for artists.

Feline Fine: Art of Cats II will be on display until January 18, 2015 with exhibiting artists including: Leslie Baker, Martha's Vineyand, Ma.; Janet Heaton, West Palm Beach, Fl.; Brian Jarvi, Cohasset, Mn.; Dan Ostermiller (President of the NaSculpture Society), tional Loveland, Co.; David Rankin, University Heights, Oh.; Rosetta, Loveland, Co.; Wes and Rachelle Siegrist (painters who specialize in miniatures), Townsend, Tn.; Kay Williams, Dayton, Tn.; and Nicholas Wilson, Tubac, Az. Feline Fine: Art of Cats II is produced and toured by David J. Wagner, L.L.C. David J. Wagner, Ph.D., Curator/Tour Director, davidjwagnerllc.com. The museum is expecting many tours for this exhibit so please call in advance for groups of five or more! Tours/groups welcome by appointment, contact 620846-2527 for information or to set up a tour. Museum hours: Tuesday - Saturday 9-12 14:30, Sunday 1:30-4:30. The museum is closed on Mondays and all major holidays. Admission is free, but donations are gratefully accepted to help pay for this incredible exhibit! www.stauth memorialmuseum.org.

What does it mean to be a mentor?

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Mentors can serve as trusted confidantes to young people in need of professional guidance, providing the support or advice many need to break into a given industry.

While mentoring is most commonly associated with the professional arena, it need not be restricted to corporate environments. When looking to give back to their communities, men and women may not think of mentoring. However, mentoring can be a powerful empowerment and personal development tool, for both mentors and the people being mentored. The following are a handful of tips to foster a successful mentoring relationship.

• Ask a lot of questions. Mentors should expect to field a lot

of questions, but they also should ask their share of questions. Asking questions is a good way to challenge people and get them thinking about various scenarios a situations they may find themselves in.

This will help shape the person you’re mentoring into an individual who can anticipate situations and deal with them on his or her own.

• Ensure confidentiality. Confidentiality should be of paramount importance in a mentoring relationship. The person you’re mentoring should feel comfortable coming to you with any situation and have your support, as trust is essential to the mentor-mentee relationship.

• Stretch a person’s abilities.

The goal of a mentor is not to solve all of his or her mentee’s problems. Delegate tasks and provide advice to lead the mentee in the right direction.

Encourage a mentee to take on more responsibilities, which can instill confidence and facilitate personal growth.

• Enjoy the experience. Mentors benefit from mentoring, which can provide satisfaction and a sense of accomplishment that results from knowing you played an integral role in the success of another person. If your career is in a slump, mentoring may provide the breath of fresh air you need to recharge.

Mentoring also may give you insight into another person’s life,

Mentors can serve as advisors and counselors with regard to personal and professional affairs which can be used in your own personal development. As long as your goal is the success and support of the mentee, mentoring can be a selfless act that touches the lives of others.

Formal mentoring programs exist, but mentoring relationships often begin when a less

formal connection forms between two people. Should a friend, employee or colleague ask for your assistance in mentoring, embrace this compliment and make the most of your opportunity to aide in the growth of another person.

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Emily White earns her degree Emily White, daughter of Tina and Brian White, graduated from Emporia State University, Emporia, December 13 with a degree in accounting. Tina, Brian and Mattie from Moscow, brother Blake from Deschler, Ne. and

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grandparents Cokie and Ginger Brewer from Dodge City all attended the graduation ceremony.

Emily plans to continue her education working on her Masters Degree.

a German Exchange student at Moscow several years ago.

Blake spent Thanksgiving vacation in Germany to visit Marie.

The family all went to Dodge City Saturday to visit Tina's parents, Cokie and Ginger Brewer.

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MOSCOW NEWS Jeri Davey flies to Hays Jeri Davey spent Christmas week in Hays with the Alan and Diane Downing family. All of their children and grandchildren, as well as the Debbie Martin family, were there for Christmas.

Jeri really enjoyed the trip

White family celebrates Christmas Emily White and Blake White of Dreschler, Ne.,in the company with Blake’s friend Marie Menk from Hom Rottenburg, Germany, were home for the holidays. They all visited in the home of their parents, Brian and Tina White, and Mattie. Marie was

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to Hays. Great-grandson Paul Downing flew her to Hays.

Paul is a student at Oklahoma State. Great-granddaughter Jessie Downing of Guymon, Ok. went on the trip to Hays also. Jessie is a teacher in Guymon.

Tina, Brian, Emily, Mattie and Blake White pause for a photo amidst their celebration of Emily graduating from Emporia State University.

Mike the Hypnotist will be here The Moscow Recreation will have Mike the Hypnotist comedy show January 17.

The show will be in the high

school auditorium and will start at 7:00 p.m. Admission is one non perishable food item.

Bells celebrate Christmas at home The family of Jim and Lorene Bell were home for Christmas and Christmas weekend. Suzie and Tim Van Berkum and girls were in

town from Huron, S.D. Neal and Trina Young of Hugoton and Alan Bell and family from Flagler, Co. were also in attendance.

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New Year’s Eve - Moscow Baptist Church will have game night beginning at 8:00 p.m.

Wednesday, January 7 - Team Kids will resume after school.

Saturday, January 17 - Mike the Hypnotist will perform at the high school auditorium at 7:00 p.m.

Bring one non perishable food item for admission.

Ashley Dahle graduates with honors Ashley Dahle received her bachelors of Science of Family Consumer Services with an emphasis on culinary Arts, from Eastern New Mexico University in Portales, N.M., December 13. She graduated with honors. Ashley is the daughter of Brad

Dahle of Moscow. Brad and Tapanga Dahle, Matt LeNeve, Teri and Hope Pierson and family all attended the graduation.

Ashley is working in Portales and is making plans to attend graduate school in Restaurant Management.

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Keeping You Company Through the Rest of the Year We’re sure you look forward to taking the Hugoton Hermes home with you each week. Relaxing in your favorite chair with a copy and getting hours of news, features, sports, editorials, and more. In-depth coverage you just can’t find in the news.

PUBLIC NOTICE

WHEREAS, said control can best be established by a system of permitting said seismograph operations.

3.

A certificate of insurance shall be filed with the Clerk showing current paid-up insurance for th person, corporation or legal entity making application for the permit in the amount of $500,000.00.

A permit fee of Fifty Dollars 4. ($50.00) per quarter section seismographed whether or not on a county road, shall be paid to the Clerk, any portion of the quarter section shall constitute a fee for the entire quarter section.

5.

If road surface is maintained, unit must go in ditch. No seismograph operations shall take place on the surface or shoulder of any maintained or paved open county road. This does not preclude necessity of agreement with landowner.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS: That the following rules and regulations shall be and are hereby established to all persons, corporations or other legal entities using or desiring to use the roadways of Stevens County during seismograph operations:

Section 3. Failure to obtain said permit prior to beginning seismograph operations in Stevens County shall result in a penalty being assessed by the County Commissioners to the person, corporation or legal entity failing to obtain said permit in an amount not to exceed FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($500.00) per quarter section.

Section 1. All persons or other legal entities using or desiring to use the roadways of Stevens County during seismograph operations shall obtain a permit from the office of the Clerk of Stevens County for such operations prior to beginning such operations.

Section 4. This Resolution shall take effect upon its adoption and publication one time in the official county newspaper.

(First Published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, January 1, 2015) 1t RESOLUTION #2014-06 “A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING REQUIREMENTS FOR PERMITS TO USE THE COUNTY ROADS FOR SEISMOGRAPH TESTING IN STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS.” WHEREAS, said Board of County Commissioners deem it necessary to control the use of County roads by heavy seismograph testing equipment; and

Section 2. The Clerk of Stevens County shall issue a permit to any person, corporation or other legal entity making application upon satisfaction of the following conditions: 1.

A map showing the location of the seismograph area including the location and direction of travel and exact legal descriptions shall be filed with the Clerk.

2.

Easements from all landowners of land over which such seismograph operations will proceed shall be filed with the Clerk.

ADOPTED BY THE COMMISSIONERS OF THE COUNTY OF STEVENS ON THIS 15 DAY OF DECEMBER 2014.

Enjoy knowing what’s going on in your own hometown.

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Rolla News Rolla Hope seeking new members Are you interested in joining Rolla Hope and making a difference in your own community? Now is the time!

Rolla Hope is accepting new

members and encouraging existing members to renew.

Please contact Arleen Clinesmith for any more information.

PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, December 25, 2014)3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF FRANCES DeJUAN LITTELL, DECEASED Case No. 14PR9 NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR FINAL SETTLEMENT THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified a petition has been filed in this Court by David A. Littell, Executor of the Estate of Frances DeJuan Littell, deceased, praying for final settlement of the estate, approval of his acts, proceedings and accounts as Executor, allowance

for his attorneys' fees and expenses, and the Court determine the heirs of the said decedent and assign to them the real estate and personal property remaining in said estate.

You are hereby required to file your written defenses thereto on or before the 16th day of January, 2015, at 10:00 a.m., in the District Courtroom, in the Courthouse, at Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place said cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon said petition.

DAVID A. LITTELL Executor and Petitioner TATE & KITZKE L.L.C. 1024 S. Trindle, P. O. Box 909 Hugoton, KS 67951-0909 Telephone: (620) 544-2103 Attorneys for Executor and Petitioner

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Monday, January 5 - Teacher Inservice/NO SCHOOL Tuesday, January 6 - School resumes January 9-10 - High School Scholars’ Bowl at Bishop Carroll Friday, January 9 - High School Basketball vs Fowler at Home; 4:30 p.m.

- School in Session/NO ARGH Monday, January 12 - High School Scholars’ Bowl at Ulysses; 4:00 p.m.

- Junior High Basketball at South Baca; 4:00 p.m.

- School Board meeting; 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, January 13 - Chili and stew supper sponsored by the Rolla Lions Club in the multipurpose room at the Rolla school, begins at 5:00 p.m.

- Junior High/High School Basketball vs Balko at Home (Varsity Only) - Junior High; 4:00 p.m.

- High School; 6:30 p.m Wednesday, January 14 - Dental Screenings Pre-Ktwelfth grade; 8:30 a.m.

- Rec Board meeting; 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, January 15 - High School Scholars’ Bowl at Hugoton; 4:00 p.m.

Friday, January 16 - Driver’s Ed begins; 8:00

a.m.

- ARGH - No School - Junior High/High School Basketball at Deerfield.

- Junior High; 3:30 p.m.

- High School; 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, Janaury 17 - High School Scholars’ Bowl at Sublette; 9:30 a.m.

Monday, January 19 - Junior High Basketball vs Moscow at Home; 4:30 p.m.

Tuesday, January 20 - High School Basketball at Walsh; 6:00 p.m.

Thursday, January 21 - High School Basketball at HPL GCCC; 3:00 p.m.

January 23-24 - High School Scholars’ Bowl at Quest Friday, January 23 - Junior High Basketball at Tyron; 4:00 p.m.

- ARGH - No School Saturday, January 24 - High School Basketball at HPL GCCC; 12:00 p.m.

Monday, January 26 - Junior High/High School Basketball vs Yarbrough at Home (Varsity Only) - Junior High; 4:00 p.m.

- High School; 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, January 27 - Junior High Scholars’Bown at DDC; 4:00 p.m.

Thursday, January 29 - Fourth-eighth grades Morton County Spelling Bee at Rolla; 7:00 p.m.

Lois Dunn hosted a soup supper at her house, honoring the day that would have been her late husband’s birthday, December 22.

The Brummett family Karick, Phoebe, Kyri and Kylie - from Dermot, was there. Tim, Janna and Adria Dunn joined the party with Sam, Rachel and Samantha Dunn, all from Richfield.

Pete, Priscilla, SaKya, Adynn and Cami Milburn came from their renovations in Elkhart to enjoy the evening. Everyone had a great time visiting.

Lois then celebrated Christmas during Christmas Eve at her house with Tim,

Janna and Adria, Christmas Day with the Brummetts, and the day after Christmas with the Pete Milburn family. She reports she had a great time with all the families!

School resumes next week Monday, January 5, Rolla’s teachers will return to school for an in-service. Students will return Tuesday, January 6. Hope everyone had a peaceful, joyous Christmas vacation!

Bring new hope to the new year This year is almost over.

There have been many events throughout the year, some we love to recall, and others we would just as soon forget ever happened.

As the New Year rolls in, take time to reflect on moments from the past year. Hug your babies, your parents, your grandparents and appre-

ciate what you have been given, and even sometimes what has been taken away.

There were too many memories this year for a compilation, as some were more painful than others so here’s my wish for you. Make 2015 a great year!

Phoebe

Rolla Lions to host chili and stew supper The Rolla Lions Club will be hosting their annual chili and stew supper Tuesday, January 13, 2015 beginning at 5:00 p.m. in the multipurpose room at the Rolla School. It is a free will donation. They will serve chili,

stew, crackers, carrots and celery sticks, and of course, cinnamon rolls.

Come down and support the Rolla Lions Club Tuesday, January 13, then stay for the home basketball game against Balko.

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Katie and Suzanne Murray design some sweet houses Katie and Suzanne Murray became gingerbread designers during the Christmas break when the Murray family, including Jim, traveled to Suzanne's parents in Chappell, Ne. During Christmas, a woman in Chappell makes

gingerbread houses for people to decorate, complete candy.

Suzanne's with mother, Virginia Peeks, purchased houses for the children in her family to decorate with the candies she had purchased. There weren't enough children

who wanted to participate so Suzanne joined the fun and decorated her own gingerbread house.

The houses are spectacular and both "designers" did a fabulous job with their respective house.

Ted and Virginia farm in

Nebraska and it is very special for Suzanne when she is able to travel to be home for the holidays.

Thanks for sharing your talent with the community!

It was so neat to see the homemade gingerbread houses!

Prevent colds and flu before they start Though the holiday season is a joyous time of year, it’s also one when many people succumb to cold and flu.

Spending so much time indoors in close proximity to others can increase a person’s susceptibility to flu and cold, so it’s no surprise that the holiday season, when many people spend lots of time celebrating indoors with family and friends, marks the unofficial start to cold and flu season.

Despite what Mom might have told you about going out into the cold with a wet head or leaving home without wearing a coat, such actions do not increase your risk for cold and flu. But being cooped up indoors, where germs from others who are sick can fester, can increase that risk.

Cold weather also can be a factor, but not for the reason you think. According to a 2007 study from researchers at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, the influenza virus is more stable and can stay in the air longer when the air is cold and dry. Dr. Peter Palese, a flu researcher who is professor and chairman of the school’s microbiology department, examined guinea pigs infected with the flu virus to determine the con-

nection between the flu and cold weather. Dr. Palese varied the air temperature and humidity in the guinea pigs’ environment and determined that flu transmission was best at 41 F, while the prevalence of transmission declined as the temperature rose. By the time temperatures reached 86 F, the virus was not transmitted at all.

Low humidity also helped transmit the virus, and high humidity stopped the spread.

Flu viruses spread through the air in water droplets expelled from sick individuals’ noses and mouths. High humidity may cause these droplets to fall to the ground before they can infect someone else.

Colds are largely transmit-

ted through surface contact with the virus or direct contact with a sick individual.

The cold virus is then contracted on the hands and typically transferred to the nose, eyes or mouth through inadvertent touching of these areas. Spending time indoors in close quarters with other people, which is more common in the winter, can facilitate the spread of colds as well as the flu virus.

There are many ways to reduce your risk of contracting a cold or the flu virus this winter. Perhaps no preventive measure is more effective than getting a flu shot. In addition, wash your hands frequently to prevent the spread of germs, and disinfect remote controls, computer keyboards, tablets, mobile phones, and other items that are handled by multiple people on any given day. In addition, spend as much time outdoors as possible so you can escape potentially contaminated indoor air.

If you come down with the flu, increase the humidity in your home by running the shower with the door open, using a recreational aquarium or boiling pots of water.

Maintain a warm indoor temperature to reduce the likelihood that the flu virus will

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right in your own back yard (or attic, basement and garage).

The Hugoton Hermes 544-4321

New Year’s Eve in Times Square

Patrick Arange adds more decorations every year to enhance the beautiful holiday scene in his front yard. It is located in the 100 block of South Jefferson.

The Santa Express is bringing lots of Christmas cheer to good little boys and girls.

The house at 910 Lincoln displays lots of Christmas joy. The snowman on the left offers a polite bow to all who go by.

Thousands of people congregate in Times Square every year to watch the ball drop on New Year’s Eve. Millions more around the world watch the event on television.

This world famous tradition dates back to 1904, when the New York Times relocated to what was then known as Longacre Square.

The paper convinced the city to rename the area in its honor, and the area was soon deemed “Times Square.” At the end of his newspaper’s first year in its new location, Times owner Adolph Ochs held a large bash, complete with fireworks and other festivities. The party became a year-end tradition.

But a few years later fireworks were banned by city officials, so the Times had to come up with another spectacle for its party. They hired Jacob Starr to build a wood-andiron ball that weighed 700 pounds and was illuminated with 100 25watt light bulbs. Sign maker Artkraft Strauss was responsible for lowering the ball, which slowly descended from a special flagpole at midnight on New Year’s Eve, marking the beginning of the balldropping tradition.

The Times Square illuminated ball was lowered almost every year since then, except in observance of wartime blackouts in 1942 and 1943. This iconic New Year’s symbol has been redesigned seven times through the years. The ball is now 12 feet in diameter and weighs nearly 12,000 pounds — about the same as four compact cars combined. The ball is covered in 2,688 Waterford Crystal triangles that vary in size and is illuminated by 32,256 Philips Luxeon Rebel LEDs. The Times Square ball is capable of producing a palette of more than 16 million vibrant colors and billions of patterns and now stands as a permanent fixture atop One Times Square.

History From The Hermes Compiled by Ruthie Winget Thursday, January 7, 2010 Reba Thompson, wife of the late Dannie Thompson, celebrated her ninetieth birthday December 20, 2009.

Her family enjoyed reminescing about Thompson’s IGA, which Dannie and Reba Thompson owned and operated in Hugoton for many years.

Thursday, January 5, 1995 Reflecting a nationwide trend, the number of Stevens County farmers is decreasing steadily. Steve Hittle, Acting County Executive Director of Ag Services explains, “In the twelve years I have served, eighty-four farmers have left the farm in Stevens County.

We have been losing seven to eleven farmers per year.”

Thursday, January 3, 1985 Lisa Decker is Hugoton’s very first police woman. She works sixteen hours a week and carries a gun. She states she may be ready for full time work if the opportunity arises.

Thursday, January 2, 1975 The children of Maurine Cox announce the approaching marriage of their mother to Ralph O. Cutter. The wedding will take place January 5, 1975 at the First Christian Church.

Thursday, January 7, 1965 4-H Clothing Project Leaders have recently received training for fitting and clothing construction. Those taking lessons were Mrs. Gladys Nease, Mrs. Albert Willsey, Mrs. Helen Toole, Mrs. Hedy Lairmore, Mrs. Cathy Barber, Mrs. Sarah Anderson, Mrs. Florence Thompson, Mrs. Ann Robinson, Mrs. Jan Black and Mrs. Elsie White.

A car owned by Mr. and Mrs. James Begley, teachers in the Hugoton School system, caught fire in downtown Hugoton Saturday morning.

The extent of the damage is unknown.

Thursday, January 6, 1955 Paul A. Wolf will take office Monday in Topeka as Stevens County’s new representative

AUTOMOBILE LICENSE PLATES for 1955 go on sale next Monday at the Stevens County Treasurer’s office in the courthouse. The tags are white figures and letters on a solid black background in direct contrast to the 1954 plates. Mrs. Blanche Townsdin, county treasurer, displays Stevens County No. 1, which has been spoken for, it is reported. From the December 30, 1954 issue of The Hugoton Hermes. in the Kansas State legislature. Wolf was elected last November and is the first democrat to represent this county in fourteen years.

Friday, January 6, 1950 The Hugoton Hermes begins its sixty-fourth year with this issue and the publishers are just as optimistic for the future as was C.M. Davis, founder of the paper in 1887.

Many changes have come to The Hermes during the many years as has changes come to the town. The first paper was printed in Hugoton on a hand press. The type was set from a case in the publisher’s home a mile west of Hugoton and then brought to town for printing. The imposing stone for make-up was the back side of a tombstone. It was later used for the front step at the pub-

lisher’s home.

That was the beginning of a one-man printing plant.

Today the modern equipment and several employees are providing the services needed for an enterprising town.

The Hermes is one of the oldest business firms in the county. The Hugo Herald was the first paper established in the county and was later consolidated with the Hermes.

Friday, January 5, 1945 Donald Wilson of Hugoton has received his wings as a glider pilot and appointed as a flight officer at Lubbock, Tx. If any readers have pictures or memories for the history page of the Hermes, please bring them in to Ruthie Winget at the Hugoton Hermes Newspaper.

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Thursday, January 1, 2015

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New programs available to Kansas communities The Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission (KCAIC) has announced several new arts opportunities are available for Kansas communities. These include the following projects and programs from the KCAIC, the Mid-America Arts Alliance (MAAA) and the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA): • The Kansas Alliance for Arts Education and the KCAIC are partnering to launch the Kansas A+ pilot project in two schools during the 2015-2016 school year. The project will bring a multistate, research based educational model to Kansas. Pre-application meetings will be February 11 and 12 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. for schools to send teams to learn more about the pilot program.

The meetings will be open to all interested educator teams.

Locations for those meetings will be finalized in early January. For more information, please contact KCAIC Director Peter Jasso at pjasso@kansascommerce.com.

• The M-AAA is accepting letters of intent for Artistic Innovations Grants until January 16. These grants support the creation of new work and are designed to encourage experimentation and collaboration, and engage audiences throughout M-AAA’s region.

For more information, visit maaa.org/innovations16.

• The M-AAA has also announced its next Regional Touring Program (RTP) grant application deadline is February 1. RTP grants support projects of artistic excellence and merit by underwriting fees of artists who live in the region. For more information, visit maaa.org/rtp.

• The NEA has announced application deadlines of February 19 and July 23 for its Art Works program, supporting the creation of art that meets the highest standards of excellence, public engagement with diverse and excellent art, lifelong learning in the arts, and the strengthening of communities through

the arts. Matching grants generally range from $10,000 to $100,000. For more information, visit arts.gov.

• The NEA has announced an April 16 application deadline for Challenge America.

This program offers support primarily to small and midsized organizations for projects that extend the reach of the arts to underserved populations whose opportunities to experience the arts are limited by geography, ethnicity, economics or disability. For more information, visit arts.gov.

• The NEA has scheduled webinars covering the basics of the Art Works and Challenge America funding categories, including how to apply to the NEA, how to select work samples and how to prepare a strong application. The Art Works webinar is scheduled for January 21 at 2:00 p.m.

The Challenge America session will be March 11 at 2:00 p.m. To sign up for the webinars, go to arts.gov/videos/ webinars.

NEWS FROM

STEVENS COUNTY SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER Shila Moore, Director 544-2283 - Activities 544-8041 - Meals 624 S. Main, Hugoton We hope your Christmas went well and that you have a Happy New Year!!

Please make plans now to spend New Year’s Eve with us at the dance from 8:00 p.m. until midnight. Craig Stevens is the band. Please bring food to share. We will have prize drawings throughout the evening.

First National Bank will be sponsoring our January 10 dance and Bingo party. The festivities begin at 7:00 p.m. and end at 10:00 p.m. with Oklahoma Cowboy and Texas Lady providing the country western music. There will be prize drawings throughout the evening with lots of goodies to eat.

The next Live on Stage is Thursday, January 15. The Center van will leave at 6:30 p.m. to go to Liberal to watch Paul McDormand, a percussionist, perform. Please call the Center if you need a ride.

If you have questions concerning caregiving, legal matters, disability, health insurance, housing, etc., please call Michael Johnston at Southwest Kansas Area Agency on Aging at 620-2258240.

Menu Jan. 1..........................CLOSED Jan. 2 .........................Spaghetti Jan. 5 ..........................CB Rock Jan. 6 .......................Roast Beef Jan. 7 .........................Pork Loin Jan. 8 .....................Swiss Steak Activities Thursday, January 1 The Center will be closed.

HAPPY NEW YEAR! Friday, January 2 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

Bingo........................12:30 p.m.

Saturday, January 3 Cards & Games .........6:00 p.m.

Monday, January 5 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

Line Dancing..............7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, January 6 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

Wednesday, January 7 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

Paint...........................1:00 p.m.

Thursday, January 8 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

KUBIN AERIAL FOR APPLICATIONS OF AGRICULTURAL CHEMICALS SEEDING AND FERTILIZING Locally Owned and Operated

MOSCOW, KS. 598-2356

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Coping with the death of a pet The strong bonds many people share with their pets can make the death of those pets, be it sudden or expected, difficult to handle. It’s not uncommon to be traumatized when a pet dies, and such grief may be influenced by the pet’s age at the time of its death, the circumstances surrounding that death and the nature of the relationship between the owner and pet.

Different pet owners deal with the death of a pet in different ways, but the following are some ways to cope with the loss of a companion animal.

• Recognize that everyone feels differently. Grief is expressed in many different ways. What one person experiences may not be the norm for another. You may go through a variety of emotions, from anger at the circumstances and being left without your pet, to guilt if you believe there may have been something more you could have done to prolong the animal’s life. Mourn in your own way, and afford others the same opportunity.

• Reach out to others. Grief often can turn a person inward, and your feelings may be bottled up. Talking about your emotions, whether it’s with a trusted friend or even a therapist, may help. Online message boards that cover grief and pet loss may provide the support you need.

Leaning on others who have been in your shoes may help you recover more quickly.

• Create mementos or a legacy for the pet. Creating mementos may help children who are having their own difficulty dealing with pet loss. Work with your child to create a photo album or

plant a tree to honor your pet.

Dealing with a pet that must be euthanized can be especially difficult. Pet owners can choose to be in the room during the procedure, and that decision should not be made lightly. If you think you can handle it and you want to be there to comfort your pet, then you might be more comfortable being in the room. But being present when a pet is euthanized can be emotional, so give this decision serious consideration.

Once a pet has died, many owners debate whether or not to bring a new pet into their homes. Another animal around the house can fill the void created when your previous pet passed away, and some people adopt or buy a new pet before an old or sick pet passes away to make the transition as smooth as possible. A new pet should only be brought into the home when you’re ready to build a new relationship.

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HERMES CLASSIFIEDS Deadline for all classified advertising is MONDAY at 5:00 p.m. All Garage, Yard and/or Moving Sale Ads MUST Be Pre-Paid.

1) Classified ad rate is $ .20 per word per insertion. The weekly minimum is $3.35. 2) Classified display advertising rate is $5.00 per column inch.

3) All cards of thanks are charged at the display rate. 4) All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968, which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, children, or national origin or an intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.” This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis.

HELP WANTED Truck Driver Wanted

WANTED HELPER

Must have CDL and clean MVR. You are home every night, health insurance provided and 401K available.

You must fill out application at office 1 mile south of Cimarron at Tim Dewey Trucking.

Office: 620-855-3188 or Darren 620-357-1710. (tfc26) Machinist needed to join the staff at G+ Ag, Inc.'s machine shop.

Experience preferred. Willing to train the right person.

Great equipment. Top-notch benefits including paid health insurance, vacation leave and 401K.

Qualified applicants are welcome to call (620) 428-6086 to begin the application process or apply in person at G+ Ag, Inc., 1114 Road A, south of Hugoton at the Oklahoma state line.

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Full & Part Time Full time employees will be offered health insurance and receive a higher rate of pay.

Pick up an application at McDonald’s, 612 E. Eleventh, Hugoton or online at mcdonalds.com/careers (4c50)

CRI FEEDERS is accepting applications for the following positions: Bunk reader: Duties include daily monitoring of bunks, coordination of feed delivery schedules, equipment upkeep and related recordkeeping. Cattle experience, feed experience and computer skills required.

Assistant mechanic: Duties include routine servicing of vehicles, general repair/maintenance of pickups, trucks, tractors and related equipment. Prefer you have your own tools.

Maintenance Worker: Duties include general yard maintenance and operating of heavy equipment.

Cattle Doctor: Duties include (but are not limited to) safe handling of sick and/or injured cattle. Proper handling and safe administration of treatments. Equipment operation (pickup & trailer, wheel-loader, tractor, etc.). Computer skills, valid drivers license and bilingual (reading and speaking) required.

Please bring resume and apply in person at the feedyard, 25 miles NW of Guymon.

Call 580-545-3344 for directions.

CRI Feeders stresses safety in the workplace and is an EOE.

HELP WANTED Key Holder Part time Sales Associates Part time Apply DollarGeneral.com (3p52) careers TRANSPORT & BOBTAIL DRIVERS WANTED

Apply in person at: Lathem Water Service Hwy 25 S, Ulysses, KS Or call 620-356-3422

positions available, Day or Night Shift

Solution to December 25, 2014 puzzle

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for very progressive, family-oriented company.

Benefit package includes uniforms, health insurance, paid vacation and sick leave. Competitive pay based on experience.

Clean CDL required. Applicant must pass physical, drug screen and back exam.

NOW HIRING

The death of a pet often creates a void in a pet owner’s life. Finding ways to cope with the situation can help alleviate some pain.

Trainee for Plumbing, Electrical, and HVAC business.

Guaranteed 40 hours per week, holidays and vacation.

Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Bi-lingual preferred, must speak good English.

Send resume to Lin Goode & Company, PO Box C, Hugoton, Ks. 67951 or come in to 519 S. Jackson • Phone: 620-544-4349

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HIGH PLAINS EDUCATIONAL COOPERATIVE PARAPROFESSIONAL HPEC Para to work immediately within our schools for the upcoming new school year 2014-2015. Applicants must have 48 college credit hours or be able to acquire a passing score on the ParaPro exam (which we can assist with acquiring).

Please visit our Web site at www.usd210.org to apply.

Please contact Tiffany Boxum or Larry Lyder at 620-544-4376 (3c51)

TATE & KITZKE L.L.C. is hiring a

Legal Administrative Assistant to begin working as soon as possible.

Prior office experience is helpful, but not required, as we will provide the appropriate training. 40 hours per week in a pleasant and fast paced work environment. Competitive salary and benefits, including retirement, health insurance, paid vacation, holidays and sick leave.

Please submit a resume to Tate & Kitzke L.L.C. PO Box 909, 1024 S. Trindle Hugoton, Kansas 67951

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Administrative Assistant/Title Clerk/Receptionist Graber & Johnson Law Group - Elkhart, Ks. Law firm has several immediate openings for full- or part-time assistants in the areas of estate planning, business planning and real estate. Looking for friendly, organized and detail oriented selfstarter with excellent follow-through skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with little supervision. All candidates must be highly proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Publisher and Outlook, and must be familiar with common Windows software. Candidates should also have excellent writing and communications skills.

Legal background not required and we offer training for employees. Associates or Bachelors degree preferred. Candidates with two years’ experience in real estate, banking or accounting desired.

Full time positions include holiday pay, vacation time, and sick leave.

Please email resume and references to rosemarie@graberjohnson.com.

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FOR SALE FOR SALE: 2 prom dresses, size 18, like new. Call 620598-2232.

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(4c50) --------------FOR SALE: 2 Pronghorn flatbeds, good condition, built-in toolboxes, fit 61/2’ bed pickups. Call 620-541-1049. (tfc1)

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FIREWOOD FOR SALE

Oak, Piñon, Mesquite, Pecan & More

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Delivery & stacking available

Call DJ @ 620-430-1273(tfc)

CUSHMANS FOR SALE ‘59 Roadking Step-thru w/ 8 HP, 2-Speed Trans $4000 Firm;

OMC Twin Cylinder Engine electric start w/ trans & other parts, $1200 OBO. All scooters extra slick!!

Virgil Milburn, Hugoton, Ks. 620-544-3913 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. (2p52)

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ED REDUC 205 S. Van Buren - This is a Fannie Mae HomePath property.

Member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS AND KANSAS ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS

112 S. Main • 620-356-5808 • Ulysses www.faulknerrealestate.com Se Habla Espanol-356-5808

905 S. Jackson St.- This home is well taken care of and only minutes away from shopping. The 2 rooms in the basement used as bedrooms, do not have escape windows.

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914 S Washington-Ranch style, 3 bed/3 bath, basement, att garage, fence, vaulted ceiling, 18x36 Morton building, sprinkler, much more!!

Call for details!!

1283 Road 6- Country Living, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, basement, cen H/A, fpl, 9 acres.

Call for details!!

504 S. Wildcat Ct - Nice lot in cul de sac.

19,427 sf. Spikes Addition. Call for details!!

401 & 403 S. Jayhawk Ct - Nice lot & a half in cul de sac. 27,641 sf. Spikes Addition.

Call for details!!

713 East Fifth Ave - Nice lot in cul de sac.

21,855 sf. Spikes Addition. Call for details!!

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1001 S Harrison St- Brick, ranch style, 5 bed/2.5 bath, fpl, kitchen w/appliances, screened patio, full basement, att garage.

Move in ready!!

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ROLLA PLAZA APARTMENTS 1&2 Bedroom Apts For more information call Dayna Folger at (tfc46) 620-492-3698.

ED REDUC 129 N. Jackson St. - This beautiful brick home is ready to move into. Huge back yard. Enjoy the heated enclosed patio through the cooler months and the updated kitchen (2005) features a 6-burner cook top, double ovens, and an abundance of pantry and cabinet space.

1012 S Lincoln - This could be a very versatible property. 1 bed/1.5 bath, 1260 sf, also has a cooler, and drive up window.

Hmmmm....the possibilities!!

(Rental Assistance Available) Equal Housing Opportunity

715 S Adams St- Corner lot location!! 2 bed/2 bath, lg master with WIC, fence, det garage, covered patio, cen H/A. Nice starter!!

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1606 S. Eisenhower St. - This 4,560 sq ft., 2 story home has it all. The gourmet kitchen has it all with granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, built in refrigerator, microwave, and dual energy 6 burner range/oven.

SOLD 500 Copperstone Pl- Frame, ranch style, 5 bed/2 b, Cen H/A, basement, fence, deck. Call today to set up your private showing.

609 E. 4th Street - This 4 year old home offers a newly painted interior. All bedrooms have walk-in closets and the unfinished basement is ready for your own design touches.

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912 S. Van Buren - This home is ready to move right into. Remodeled kitchen and bathroom and upgraded windows. Nice covered patio in front make this a great buy as a first home or rental opportunity.

107 S. Madison St. - This brick home has nice street appeal and a very large fenced back yard.

Beautiful hardwood floor. The 3/4 bath in the basement is being remodeled.

103 E Fourth St. –Rolla, KS- This property is located on two large city lots. The back yard has a storage shed as well as a 20x40 foot metal building with both 220 and 110 electrical already wired inside.

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1409 S. Jefferson St. - This Move-in ready home sets on a huge corner lot and in the Kallenbach Addition in South Hugoton. The kitchen is larger enough to impress the most sophisticated chef.

307 N. Kansas, Suite 101 Liberal, KS 67901

(620) 624-1212

906 S Polk- Great starter home!! 3 bed/1 bath, basement, cen H/A, shed, appliances. Call today!!

1109 S Jefferson St- Nice Starter, 3 bed/2 bath, basement, fence, cen H/A. Kallenbach Addition. Call today !!

48 N Baca, Elkhart - Good location!! 5 bed/3 bath, cent H/A, fence, garage for the handy man, corner lot. Lots of room for the growing family!!

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1015 S Washington- Cute ranch style home. Well maintained! 3 bed/2 b, updated kitchen with appliances, 30 x 40 garage/shop. Nice property!! Call for details!!

910 S. Coulter Hugoton, KS

$54,500

SOLD 130 N Jackson - New Price Reduction!!

4 bed/4 bath, cen H/A, new roof, att garage, pool, fence. Great Location! $200,000 531 S Main Street- New Reduced Price!!

Commercial Property - Porter Building 5,886 SF, retail and office, central H/A. Prime Location!!! Call to view this property!!

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201 S Lincoln- Manufacture home on permanent foundation. 3 bed/2 bath, appliances, central heat on corner lot.

Call for more details!

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201 East 14th- Price Reduction!! Three levels of beauty!! 6 bed/5 baths, fpl, 2 master suites, sprinkler, cen H/A, att garage, Over 4600 sf.

Call to see this beautiful home!!

1407 S EISENHOWER Nice location!! 100 x 124 lot! NO SPECIALS!! Call today!!

825 S Polk - Ranch style, 4 bed/2 b, 2 det garages, cen H/A, circle drive, basement, corner lot location! Call today to view this home!!

917 S Polk St - New Reduced Price!!

Seller offers $5K Buyers Incentive!! WOW! 3 bed/2 bath, kitchen w/appliances, family/dining combo, living room with access to covered deck, fence, cen H/A. Cal to see this property!!

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806 S Monroe - Investment Property - 2 bed/1 b, shed. Call today to see this property.

828 East Fourteenth- Commercial Property 60 x 40 Steel Building, heated floor, Office, Bath, Loft w/storage. Call for details!!

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Great Deals ~ Easy Financing ~ Quality Service Office: (620)544-7800 531 S. Jackson Hugoton, Ks. 67951 (tfc6) (tfc46)

LAWN PRO Will Schnittker

620-544-1517

808 S Monroe - Ranch style, 3 bed/1 b, kitchen w/built in appliances, island, central heat, det garage w/bath, shed w/carport. Call today to see this home!

ACREAGE FOR SALE Custom digital vinyl signs for windows, yard signs, flags, trucks, vehicles, billboards, banners, DOT signage, wall art, logos & more.

4.6 acre tract in the NW/4 of Sec 29 Twp 32 Rge 34, Seward County. Call for details!!

810 S Monroe - Investment Property - 50 x 190 lot with 2 mobilehome hookups. Income Producing!

1003 S. Adams - Beautiful 1/2 story, 5 bed/3 bath, fpl, 2 decks, oversized garage w/ workshop, storage shed, fenced yard, appliances and much, much more!! Call for details!

Hugoton, Kansas

Mark Faulkner-Broker Karen Yoder - Associate/Broker Residential & Commercial Specialist

Karen Yoder- 544-4161 or Cellphone 544-3730

600 E. 11th

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Chance Yoder - Salesperson Agricultural Land Residential & Commercial Specialist

2 P’s Septic Waste Removal U Poop It We Pump It

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Karen Yoder

Tim & Marsha Maxey Owners Operators timm1959@pld.com 5579 S. Road E - Ulysses, Ks. 67880 (52p30) 620-260-0510

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PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DAVID E. CYPHER, DECEASED Case No. 14 PR 68 NOTICE OF HEARING (Chapter 59) THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed in the above Court on December 16, 2014, by Jennifer Rae Cypher, daughter of the decedent, David E. Cypher, praying for the determination of descent of the real estate as more fully described in the petition, and all other property, both real estate and personal property, or

interests therein, including mineral interests, owned by David E. Cypher within the State of Kansas at the time of his death on April 7, 2014.

(First Published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, December 25, 2014)3t KANSAS,

STEVENS

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN RICHARD TAYLOR, DECEASED Case No. 14PR70

You are hereby required to file your written defenses thereto on or before the 16th day of January, 2015, at 9:30 a.m. of said day, in the district courtroom at the county courthouse, in the City of Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition.

Jennifer Rae Cypher Petitioner KRAMER, NORDLING & NORDLING, LLC 209 East 6th Street Hugoton, KS 67951 Telephone: 620-544-4333 Attorneys for Petitioner

Chance Yoder

PUBLIC NOTICE STATE OF COUNTY, ss:

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Chance Yoder- Cellphone 544-1907 “Call Us For All Your Real Estate Needs”

NOTICE OF HEARING You are hereby notified that Susan Stone Taylor, one of the heirs, devisees and legatees of the will and estate of John Richard Taylor, deceased, has filed a petition in the above Court, together with authenticated copy of the foreign probated will of the decedent, John Richard Taylor, and the proceedings admitting his will to probate in the 1st Judicial District, Caddo Parish, Louisiana. The Petition alleges, among other things, the decedent was the owner at the time of his death of certain real estate situate in Stevens County, Kansas, upon which decedent's will operates, as more fully described in the petition filed in this proceeding.

212 N. Main, Ulysses, KS | 620-356-1954 | www.stutzmanrealty.com Jerry Stutzman – Owner/Broker, GRI – 620-353-9411 Burla Stutzman – Owner/Agent, GRI – 620-353-8382 Tobias Stutzman – Agent – 620-952-1478 Joshua Grubbs – Agent – 620-544-4788

919 S. Monroe 3 bedroom, 1 bath

$75,000

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The petitioner prays the Court for an order admitting proceedings had in the 1st Judicial District, Caddo Parish, Louisiana, to probate and record in the District Court of Stevens County, Kansas, and adjudging administration of the estate within the State of Kansas is unnecessary and should not be required; the decedent's real estate, including mineral interests, described in the Petition, owned by the decedent, John Richard Taylor, be assigned to the persons entitled thereto, pursuant to the terms of decedent's will, and for further relief.

You are hereby required to file your defenses to the petition on or before the 16th day of January, 2015, at 10:00 a.m. of said day, in said Court, in the district courtroom at the county courthouse, in Hugoton, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition.

Susan Stone Taylor Petitioner TATE & KITZKE L.L.C. 1024 S. Trindle, P. O. Box 909 Hugoton, KS 67951 Telephone: 620-544-2103 Attorneys for Petitioner

1501 Rd 9 5 bedroom, 4 bath On 5 acres

$299,000

1505 S. Madison 3 bedroom, 2 bath

$127,500

Grant County 313 Acres Irrigated Bid by January 27, 2015

Grant County 320 Acres Irrigated Bid by January 27, 2015

Grant County 240 Acres Native Grass & Home Bid by January 27, 2015

Haskell County 317 Acres Irrigated/Dryland Bid by January 27, 2015

Grant County Grant County 110 Acres Native Grass 160 Acres Native Grass Bid by January 27, 2015 Bid by February 3, 2015 Grant County 520 Acres Producing Minerals Bid by February 3, 2015

Grant County, Kansas 1280 Acres Irrigated, Dryland, Grass & CRP Call Joshua Grubbs @ 620-544-9788 for a free Marketing Analysis.

“If it’s important to you, it’s important to us.”

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The Hugoton Hermes

Thursday, January 1, 2015

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PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, December 25, 2014) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BARBARA ANN SHAW, DECEASED Case No. 14 PR 66 THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: AMENDED NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR PROBATE OF WILL AND CODICIL AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS (Chapter 59) You are hereby notified a petition has been filed on November 25, 2014, in this Court by Norma Jean Shaw, as executor named in the will, praying for admission to probate the Last Will and Testament, dated January 20, 2000, and the First Codicil to Last Will and Testament, dated October 20, 2010, of Barbara Ann Shaw, which will and codicil is filed with the petition, and for her appointment as executor of said will and estate, to

serve without bond, and for the issuance of Letters Testamentary to her as executor.

You are hereby required to file your written defenses thereto on or before the 16th day of January, 2015, at 9:30 a.m. of said day, in the district courtroom at the county courthouse in the city of Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition.

All creditors of the decedent are notified to exhibit their demands against the estate within four (4) months from the date of the first publication of this notice as provided by law, and if their demands are not thus exhibited, they shall be forever barred.

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The nation’s symbol can be spotted in Kansas throughout winter.

January is prime time to spot bald eagle Winter temperatures may have you hunkered down, but Kansas skies will soon give you a reason to look up. Throughout the months of December and January, the nation’s symbol, the bald eagle, can be viewed in Kansas, and with the right know-how, you might spot more than one. Because their diet consists primarily of waterfowl, fish and carrion, bald eagles can commonly be seen along major river courses and reservoirs this time of year as severe weather pushes the large birds south. Look for them roosting in tall trees along the shoreline, especially near open water or large concentrations of waterfowl, or attend one of the organized eagle viewing events listed below.

2015 Eagle Day events: TUTTLE CREEK STATE PARK, January 3 The twenty-seventh annual Tuttle Creek Eagle Day will start at 9:00 a.m. at the Manhattan Fire Station, 2000 Denison Avenue, Manhattan, with a program about bald eagles nesting in Kansas. This will be followed by a live raptor program featuring hawks and owls and a mounted bald eagle. Free bus tours through areas near Tuttle Creek Lake will be given throughout the day. Knowledgeable bird watchers from the Northern Flint Hills Audubon Society will share information and assist with eagle viewing.

Viewers should dress appropriately for the weather and bring binoculars and spotting scopes if they have them; however equipment will be available.

There is no cost to attend. For more information, contact Steve Prockish at 785-539-8511, ext.

3167.

MILFORD LAKE, January 17 Eagle Day at Milford Lake will begin at 9:00 a.m. at the Milford Nature Center, 3415

Hatchery Drive, Junction City.

Programs featuring live raptors begin at 9:30 a.m. and will be repeated throughout the day.

Bus tours will depart from the nature center parking lot beginning at 10:00 a.m., with the last tour departing at 3:30 p.m.

Popcorn and hot chocolate will be available, as well as a kids’ tent with activities and crafts.

There is no cost to attend. For more information call 785-2385323.

LAWRENCE FREE STATE HIGH SCHOOL, January 24 The Annual Kaw Valley Eagles Day will be hosted at Lawrence Free State High School, 4700 Overland Drive, Lawrence, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Up to 20 exhibitors will provide hands-on activities for kids including dissecting owl pellets, making eagle head bands, exploring "what's in it" boxes, checking out skins and skulls of prairie animals, and turning pennies into copper eagles. Presentations will also be given throughout the day. For more information and to view a list of presentations and times, visit www.kawvalleyea glesday.com. There is no cost to attend.

WYANDOTTE COUNTY LAKE, January 24-25 Raptors Day will take place Saturday, January 24, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sunday, January 25, from Noon to 4:00 p.m. at Schlagle Library, 4051 West Dr, Kansas City. Operation Wildlife volunteers will have live birds of prey on exhibit, including owls, hawks and falcons and will talk about the birds and their natural history. A craft area will also be available for children. Birdwatchers can enjoy viewing eagles and other water birds outside. For more information, please visit www.kckpl.org, or call 913-299-2384.

and 16: January 1-11 –Units 10A, 15, and 19: January 1-18 There is also an Extended

KDWPT public meeting scheduled for February The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism Trails Advisory Board will offer a public meeting Thursday, February 5, 2015, at the Great Plains Nature Center, 6232 E. 29 Street N in Wichita. Projects previously submitted for funding under the Recreational Trails Fund Act will be discussed at the meeting, which begins at 1:00 p.m. in the Coleman Auditorium. Signs on the premises will provide directions to the meeting room.

Anyone interested in commenting on projects should attend this meeting. Grant applicants are encouraged to attend and discuss their pro-

providing additional income to landowners. The fall WIHA program now has more than 1 million acres enrolled, however most fall WIHA contracts end January 31.

The Spring Turkey WIHA program seeks land with suitable turkey hunting opportunities for the spring season.

Leases run from April 1-May 31. Once enrolled, the property is posted with signs indicating access dates, and a map of the tract will be included in a free atlas published by KDWPT. Game wardens periodically patrol WIHA properties. In addition, state law provides protection to private individuals who lease their land to the state for recreational purposes

posals. Time for comments will be limited. Final decisions about proposals will not be made at this meeting. The board will review and evaluate all applications before making recommendations.

For more information, contact Kathy Pritchett, Trail Grant Coordinator, at 620672-5911.

If notified in advance, the department will have an interpreter available for the hearing impaired. To request an interpreter, call the TDD Service at 1-800-766-3777. Requests for other accommodations can be made by contacting Kathy Pritchett at 620-672-5911.

Make sure wildlife licenses are up-to-date Before hitting the outdoors this new year, check to make sure your Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) licenses are up to date. All 2014 hunting and fishing licenses expired December 31, 2014. While unfilled deer permits purchased in 2014 remain valid through the January 2015 seasons, hunters will need a 2015 hunting license before venturing out in January. Fishing licenses, trout stamps and third pole permits also expire December 31. The only exceptions to this

are HIP Permits, State Waterfowl Permits, and Federal Waterfowl Stamps, which expire June 30, 2015.

To make sure you start off the New Year on the right trail, update your licenses ahead of time by visiting your local license vendor, any KDWPT state park or regional office, or by visiting ksoutdoors.com and clicking “Licenses/Permits.”

All 2015 licenses and permits went on sale December 15, 2014. A new year means new seasons. Be prepared and buy ahead!

Get fit with First Day Hikes Slip on some thick socks, throw on a sweatshirt, and lace up those hiking boots because Kansas state park trails are open January 1 for First Day Hikes. Hiking is not only a fun way to increase your cardiovascular health, but it’s also an effective calorie-burner. For those who tend to indulge during the holiday season, consider blazing a Kansas state park trail January 1 to burn off those sweets and start the New Year off on the right foot. While all state parks and trails are open, special First Day Hike events will be conducted at the following locations: Clinton State Park, 12:00 noon: Meet at the park office to hike along the North Shore Trails. Hikers must be at least eight years of age, and pets must be leashed. For more information, call 785-842-8562.

Elk City State Park, 1:00 p.m.: Meet at the Day Use Parking Area to hike along the South Squaw Trail and take wildlife pictures. No pets. For

Kansas landowners can enroll in walk-in hunting program Kansas landowners interested in earning extra income can enroll eligible acres in the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism’s (KDWPT) Spring Walk-In Hunting Access (WIHA) program. The deadline to enroll for the 2015 season is January 15.

Last year, more than 214,000 acres were enrolled, providing significant hunting opportunities for spring turkey hunters.

As a state that is 97 percent privately-owned land, hunting access can be a challenge for hunters. The WIHA program was created in 1995 as a way to significantly increase public hunting access, while keeping land in private ownership and

Whitetail Antlerless-only Archery Season in DMU 19 January 19-31, 2015.

from liability for damages or injuries resulting from ordinary negligence. All WIHA is walk-in only and open only to hunting during the dates listed on the contract.

For more information on the Spring WIHA program, call the KDWPT Pratt Operations Office at 620-672-5911.

more information, call 620331-6295.

Green Property, Pratt, 1:00 p.m.: Meet at the Green Property trailhead to hike Green Recreational Trail. For more information, call 620-672-5911.

Hillsdale State Park, 10:00 a.m.: Meet at the park office to hike along the Hidden Springs Nature Trail. For more information, call 913-783-4507.

Perry State Park, 9:00 a.m.: Meet at the biking/hiking trails on Kimberly Drive, off West Lake Road, to hike Skyline Trail. For more information, call 785-246-3449.

Pomona State Park, 1:00 p.m.: Meet at the Southwind Shelter house to hike BuckBrush Trail. Refreshments will be served after the event. For more information, call 785828-4933.

Tuttle Creek State Park, 10:30 a.m.: Meet at the Tuttle Creek State Park office for short hikes and guided bird watching on Cottonwood Trail.

No pets. For more information, call 785-539-7941.

Want to participate, but don’t see an event near you?

Contact your local state park office, or visit ksoutdoors.com, for information about trails you can blaze January 1, and all throughout the year.

Park entrance fees may apply. Visit ksoutdoors.com and click “State Parks/Park Fees” for details.

A popular program with KDWPT provides landowner income and hunter access.