January 31, 2013

Groundhog Day February 2

Volume 126, Number 5

Thursday, January 31, 2013

18 Pages, 70 Cents Plus Tax Per Copy

Ground Hog Suppers announced for this weekend This weekend is an important one for most stomachs in the area, as Ground Hog Day falls on Saturday. Watch out for your tummy to start growling as you read this article - Hugoton’s United Methodist Men, Moscow United Methodist and Lone Star Friends Churches will host their annual Ground Hog Suppers this weekend!

Friday, February 1, Lone Star Friends will host their annual supper at their building 14 miles east of Hugoton on Highway 51. Sausage, hashbrowns, biscuits, gravy, salads and homemade pies will be served from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Anyone attending is reminded, with the fellowship hall addition, seating and serving lines are available on the ground floor with no stairs to navigate. Freewill donations will go toward the Lone Star Friends Church building

fund. For more information, call 620-624-3784 or visit facebook.com and search “Lone Star Friends Church.” If you’re worried about not having time to attend the Homecoming games and the supper, don’t fret! With serving lines open by 5:00 p.m., you can eat your fill and still have plenty of time to cheer on the Eagles! Lone Star Friends Church has been serving a Ground Hog Supper for many years now - at least 55, according to veteran server Charles Harper. Many locals pitch in to make sure this event is not one to be missed!

Saturday, February 2, Moscow United Methodist Church will host their Ground Hog Supper.

Sausage, tenderloin, liver and onions, ribs, barbecue pork, sauerkraut and pork, mashed potatoes, cole slaw, sausage and gravy, biscuits, baked beans and homemade pies

will be served from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Is your mouth watering? Your feet will be tapping too, as the Moscow Baptist’s Hillbilly Praise Band will entertain eaters from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. with their renditions of many gospel favorites.

Take out plates will be available for a small charge. Everyone is invited to enjoy delicious food and fantastic fellowship.

Hugoton’s United Methodist Men will host their annual Ground Hog Supper Saturday, February 2 at Memorial Hall from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. The men will serve sausage, hot biscuits, mashed potatoes and gravy, sauerkraut and ribs, apple sauce and pie. Coffee and milk will be available to drink. A free will offering will be gratefully accepted.

You’ll also be able to stock up on bulk sausage.

Everyone’s invited - bring your family!

Homecoming candidates and attendants for Hugoton's Winter Homecoming festivities are kneeling, junior attendant Maria Vera, freshman attendant Julia Romo, and sophomore attendant Brittney Kolb. In the back are King candidates Kolton Decker and Jacob Martin, Queen candidates are, left to right, Courtney

Ralstin, Maddie Daharsh and Chantile Holt.

Not pictured is King candidate Lance Sandoval.

The Homecoming King will be crowned at the homecoming pep rally Friday, February 1, at 2:50 p.m. in the west gym. Queen coronation will be between the varsity girls’ and varsity boys’ game. Photo courtesy of Kathy Pate.

Hugoton native Dennis Jones starts a new chapter with Kansas Attorney General

Nurse Judy prepares to harvest Shelby Evan’s blood at the Hugoton Community Blood Drive. The total blood collected at the January 23 blood drive was 41 units.

Kansas Department for Children and Families accepting applications for LIEAP The Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) will be accepting applications for the Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) now through Friday, March 29, 2013.

LIEAP provides an annual benefit to help qualifying households pay winter heating bills. Individuals with disabilities, elderly persons, and families with children are the primary groups assisted.

An average benefit of $520.81 was provided to 53,683 households in 2012.

To qualify, applicants must be responsible for direct payment of their heating bills. Income eligibility guidelines are set at 130 percent of the federal poverty level. Persons with incomes within the following guidelines may receive LIEAP benefits: Persons living Max. at the allowable address mo. income

1 2 3 4 5

$1,210 $1,639 $2,068 $2,497 $2,926 **Add $429 for each additional person.** The level of benefit varies according to household income, number of persons living at the address, type of dwelling, type of heating fuel, and utility rates. Applicants must demonstrate they have made payments to their heating utility bill two out of the last three months and those payments must be equal to or exceed $80 or the total balance due on their energy bills whichever is less.

Applications for the program have been mailed to households who received energy assistance last year. LIEAP applications are available at local DCF offices or can be requested by calling toll-free 1-800432-0043. Visit www.dcf .ks.gov to apply online.

Tuesday morning, January 15, 2013, former Hugoton resident Dennis C. Jones began a new chapter in his life as assistant to the Kansas Attorney General serving on the Southwest Kansas Drug Task Force. He will be prosecuting drug crimes and other cases as assigned to him. Dennis has been assigned to the southwest region of Kansas, serving approximately 19 counties, but can be assigned to cases all over the state.

Mr. Jones had served as Kearny County Attorney for 24 years or six terms. A Republican, he was elected to that position in 1988.

A Stevens County native, Dennis was born and raised in Hugoton and graduated from Hugoton High School in 1973. He is the son of the late Phyllis and Alton Jones.

Since the summer of 1984, Dennis has been a resident of Lakin, when he moved there to begin his practice as an associate in the office of Robert J. Frederick, another Stevens County native.

He served as assistant county attorney from 1984 to May 1986, when he opened his private

practice office.

Dennis’ political career includes serving as driver and campaign aide to Republican gubernatorial candidate Don Concannon who is also a HugoHe assisted tonite. dozens of federal, state and local Republican candidates, as chairman of the Kearny County Committee for 18 years, and a First District delegate to the state convention. In January 2003, he was unanimously elected chairman of the Republican Party of Kansas.

“It has been a pleasure to serve the citizens of Kearny County,” stated Jones. When running for the position of county attorney in 1988, Jones said in his announcement statement to The Lakin Independent, “In dealing with our judicial system, two areas have really concerned me. One is the need for drug and alcohol abuse education for our youth.” The D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) program is in both the Lakin and Deerfield schools as well as the Hugoton schools.

Mr. Jones has tried many cases over the years. His most satisfying case was when Mitchell

Hugoton native Dennis C. Jones is sworn in as assistant to the Kansas Attorney General serving on the Southwest Kansas Drug Task Force. Photo from The Lakin Independent.

Ebihara, 27, received a 29-year prison sentence in a plea agreement. Ebihara escaped from the Kearny County Jail after assaulting, battering and overpowering a correction officer. He was being held on felony charges, including first-degree murder, aggravated battery and two other felonies.

Not only did Mr. Jones serve as Kearny County Attorney, but also as Kearny County Counselor. Serving as county counselor, he worked closely on the Kearny County Hospital expansion and renovation job.

The most gratifying county project Dennis assisted with would have to be the erection of the Veterans’ memorial at the Lakin Cemetery, Dennis said. “The sacrifices that

the Veterans have made to protect our freedom, are far too much taken for granted.” Mr. Jones has served proudly as city attorney for the citizens of Deerfield and Lakin also.

Mr. Jones has been very active in many community affairs, particularly in youth work, Boy Scouts, summer recreation programs and the 4-H program.

Dennis enjoys spending time with his four sons and their families: Rolley, Casey and his wife Hayley, Christopher and his wife Brandy, and Spencer and his wife Cassie, and his two grandsons, Colby and Ty. Story adapted from The Lakin Independent January 17 newspaper.

Controversial ruling blocked by appeals court Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt announced a federal appeals court in Washington, D.C., has left in place an earlier ruling that blocks a controversial new EPA air regulation.

The full Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit recently left intact an August ruling by

a three-judge panel of the court blocking the Environmental Protection Agency’s new Cross-State Air Pollution Rule. The court’s order blocking EPA from implementing the regulation now goes into effect and could be subsequently overturned only if the United States Supreme Court decided to

review the case.

Kansas led more than a dozen states in challenging the new regulations as exceeding the authority EPA was granted by Congress.

Attorney General Schmidt said the ruling is good news for Kansas homeowners and other utility ratepayers.

“This regulation would have imposed substantial additional costs on Kansas ratepayers with no significant environmental benefit for Kansas,” Schmidt said. “This affirmation by the full appeals court is good news for Kansas.”

The case is EME Homer City Generation v. EPA.

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Thursday, January 31, 2013

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Obituaries

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’ AL-ANON Family Group meets at 1405 Cemetery Road Mondays and Thursdays at 8:00 p.m. Call 620544-2610 or 620-544-2854 for more information.

CELEBRATE RECOVERY every Monday night 6:308:00 p.m. at Assembly of God Fellowship Hall, 138 S. Main in Hugoton.

Wednesday nights - Inside Out Kids at the Hugoton Assembly of God, 138 S. Main, beginning with dinner at 6:45 p.m. Program will be from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Rides are available by calling Pastor Ben Coats at 620-428-1487 before 5:30 p.m. Wednesday evenings.

Through March 29 - Kansas Department for Children and Families will accept applications for the Low Income Energy Assistance Program.

For more information, visit www.dcf.ks.gov.

January 1-February 28 - Pay your dog taxes to the City of Hugoton with no penalty.

January 2-March 22 - Stevens County Library’s adult winter reading program “Let It Snow.” Adults and high school students may participate. Visit the SCL or call 620544-2301 for more information.

January 23-February 4 - Sign up for the Hugoton Rec Commission’s first and second grade girls’ basketball clinic at HRC, 211 S. Madison. The clinic will meet February 4-7 from 3:45 to 5:00 p.m. at HRC. There is a small fee to attend.

January 28-February 23 - Main ARTery, 103 S. Main in Ulysses will be showing their “See What I Hear” exhibit with

artwork contributed by local artists.

January 30-February 28 - Stevens County Library’s annual Textile Exhibit will feature the works of local artists. It will be open during regular library hours.

January 31 - Deadline to enter registrations for official Kansas Sampler Festival program. The event will be hosted by Liberal Convention and Tourism Bureau May 4-5, 2013. Contact Sally Fuller at 620-626-0171 to find out more.

February 1 - National Wear Red Day to support the fight against heart disease in women. Learn more at GoRedFor Women.org.

- Lone Star Friends Church will host their annual Ground Hog Supper from 5:00 to 8:30 p.m.

Lone Star is located 14 miles east of Hugoton on Highway 51.

- Project After Prom will host a Chili and Cinnamon Roll fundraising dinner at the old cafeteria across from the West gym from 5:00 p.m. “until the food’s gone” during the HHS Homecoming game.

- The Moscow Baptist Hillbilly Band will be having their Friday night practice at Lone Star Friends Church at their Annual Ground Hog supper.

- Deadline to apply for Fall 2013 Helium Litigation Scholarship. Forms are available online at http://www.swkroa. com. Call 620-544-4333 or email erick.nordling@ nordlinglaw.com for more information.

- Deadline for 2013 graduates to apply for a scholarship from

HUGOTON POLICE REPORT Business Hours, Call 544-4959 After Hours, Call 544-2020 Monday, January 21, 2012 • Vehicle Unlock, 1200 Block of South Madison, Citizen Assist, Sergeant Johnson • Funeral Escort, 800 Block of South Van Buren, Public Assist, Sergeant Johnson/Chief Leslie Tuesday, January 22, 2012 • Vehicle Unlock, 300 Block of East Sixth, Citizen Assist, Sergeant Johnson Wednesday, January 23, 2012 • Loud Music, 200 Block of Jefferson, Unable to Locate, Officer Hagman • Vehicle Unlock, 700 Block of South Monroe, Citizen Assist, Officer Lamatsch • Truant Child, 500 Block of South Madison, Investigated, Officer Hagman Thursday, January 24, 2012 • Missing Person, 1000 Block of

South Main, Subject Located, Officer Lamatsch Friday, January 25, 2012 • Welfare Check, 100 Block of West Second, Everything Okay, Sergeant Johnson • Dog at Large, 200 Block of Wilson, Returned to Owner, Sergeant Johnson • Dog at Large, 500 Block of West Tenth, Dog Impounded, Sergeant Johnson • Unwanted Subject, 600 Block of South Monroe, Subject Removed, Officer Crane • Medical Assist, 1000 Block of South Jackson, Public Assist, Officer Crane Saturday, January 26, 2012 • Loud Music, 400 Block of Monroe, Advised Them to Turn It Down, Sergeant Johnson

Pioneer Electric. Visit www.pio neerelectric.coop for more information or to fill out an application. NO late applications.

- Girl Scout Cookie sales begin!

- Deadline for high school sophomores and juniors to apply for a free trip from Pioneer Electric. Visit www.pioneerelec tric.coop for more information and to apply. NO late applications.

February 1-May 1 - Moscow’s Community weight-loss program - “Biggest Loser.” Contact Rusty at the MRC for more information 620-598-2995.

February 2 - Groundhog Day - Hugoton’s United Methodist Men will host their annual Ground Hog Supper at Memorial Hall. All the fixings will be served from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

The Moscow Baptist Hillbilly Band will play from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

February 3 - Church of Christ will host services at Pioneer Manor at 3:00 p.m.

February 4 - Stevens County Commissioners will meet in the Commissioners’ Room at the Stevens County Courthouse at 8:30 a.m.

- Northwest Cotton Growers Co-op Gin will host “Let’s Talk Cotton” at 9:30 a.m. at the Fair Office Building at the Stevens County Fairgrounds in Hugoton. Lunch will be provided after the meeting. Please RSVP to Northwest Cotton Growers at 1-866-534-NWCG or 620-5982008.

Stevens County Fire Department and Ambulance Report Stevens County Emergency Services run activity January 21 through January 27.

Fire Department Hugoton Station No activity this period.

She was born April 3, 1947 to Frank Rotolo and the former Marie Ellen Waller at Pueblo, Co. Kay graduated from Liberal High School in 1964.

November 22, 1967 Kay and Aaron L. Epp were married at Floris, Ok. Mrs. Epp had worked as a service writer at Hood Chevrolet, bookkeeper at Aaron’s Repair, and activities director at Wheatridge Park Care Center.

She was a member of American Legion Auxiliary Unit #80. She also served as a volunteer at the Liberal Air Museum, Seward County Historical Society and

Dorothy’s House. Kay enjoyed her dogs, decorating her home and caring for family and friends. She drove her 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air with the Car Friends as they would meet for dinner each Thursday.

Survivors include her husband; father Frank Rotolo of Liberal; her son Rick R. Epp of Wichita; one daughter, Tina M. Call and fiancé Stacy McVey of Liberal; her brother Frankie Rotolo and wife Donna of Hugoton; her half brother Donnie Schouten and wife Kitty of Panama City, Fl.; her grandson Blake K. Edwards of Liberal; nephews, Kelly Rotolo and wife Sally, Jason Epp and wife Dawn, Wayne Fox and wife Joanna and Shayne Fox and wife Marci; nieces, Shawn Rotolo - Utz, Connie Fisher and husband Steve, Gina Rotolo and Toni Rotolo.

Kay was preceded in death by her mother.

Services were attended Saturday morning, January 26, 2013 at First Southern Baptist Church in Liberal with Pastor Rex Petty officiating. Burial followed in Restlawn Cemetery of Liberal.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in care of Brenneman Funeral Home, 1212 W. 2nd St., Liberal, Ks 67901.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.brennemanfuneralhome.com

Fire Department Moscow Station No activity this period.

Ambulance Activity One medical run.

Former Hugoton resident Heidi Ezalia Logan, 69, took her last breath peacefully Saturday, January 26, 2013 at Olathe Medical Center in Olathe surrounded by family.

The daughter of Kenneth and Helen Pfaff, Heidi was born November 3, 1943 in Hardtner. After graduating from Hugoton High School, Heidi got her undergraduate degree from the University of Kansas where she also met and married her husband of over 47 years, Max Logan.

While raising her family in Olathe, Heidi earned her Masters degree from Emporia State University and was an

Shawn Harris A tragic motor vehicle accident has taken the life of Shawn Quentin Harris. He passed from this life Friday, January 11, 2013 near Smithville, Tx.

Shawn was born March 28, 1963 in Hugoton to his parents, Terry J. Harris and the former Linda French. He grew up in Hugoton and attended school there.

As an adult, Shawn practiced his trade as a mechanic in the Hugoton area. He made many good friends in and around Hugoton and Liberal, lifelong friends who loved him.

In the summer of 1991, Shawn and his family moved to Austin, Tx. where he continued working in and around the surrounding area, achieving all his Master Certifications in mechanics.

Shawn began an in-depth study of the Bible while in Austin and was baptized there.

Mr. Harris loved to work, hunt and fish, cook and eat good food, spend time with his family and friends, study and discuss the Bible, play with his dog and cats - always dubbed, "Kittus", listen to music and sing, read - especially Louis L'Amour and tell stories.

An accomplished gunsmith, both in repair and in creating new pieces, Shawn had his own bluing equipment and was gifted to be able to con-

ceive and carve his own designs on the stock and then hand finish to perfection. He made exquisite pieces, God had blessed him in his artistic abilities.

Just prior to his death, Shawn had decided to move back to Hugoton and was looking forward to seeing his old friends again.

Survivors include his fiance Ms. Gaylen Meuth and children, Kailen, Dakota “Kody” and grandchild Audrie “Punkin Wunkin”; his daughter Danielle Biles and husband Jonathon; two sons, Derreck and Aaron Harris; grandchildren, Miranda, Connor and Jerry; his mother Linda Bordeaux; three sisters, Shannon (Harris) Bordeaux, Alma Leah SaenzPardo Bordeaux and Rainbow Bordeaux; his step siblings, Anita "Skeeter" Talbert and David Arnold; his nieces and nephews, Alexa Bordeaux, Patience ScheickBordeaux, Sterling Bordeaux and Hannah Joy Kisto; his aunts, Ermalee (French) Stuart and JoAnn (Harris) Lamberson; his uncles, Kent Harris, Jim French and Denny Harris; and his many cousins.

A service was attended in Bastrop, Tx. Saturday, January 26, 2013 for his family and friends there. A local memorial service is scheduled in Hugoton for Saturday, February 2, 2013 at 1:00 p.m., at the Assembly of God Church with Pastor Michael Taylor of Faith Community Church officiating.

The family would be pleased if in lieu of flowers you would give to your local church.

Shawn's favorite scripture was Romans 8:28, "Now we know that all things work for the good for those who love the Lord, for those who are the called, according to His plan".

Virginia Cox

Heidi Logan

Kathryn “Kay” Epp Friends and family members gathered Saturday to remember and honor Kathryn M. “Kay” Epp of Turpin, Ok. Mrs. Epp passed from this life Tuesday, January 22, 2013 at Southwest Medical Center in Liberal.

She was 65.

- Hugoton City Council will meet at 5:15 p.m. at the City Office.

- Weight-loss Support/ Lifestyle Change group will meet at Moscow Recreation building at 6:00 p.m. Call or text Sara Cross for more information 544-3850. February 47 - Hugoton Recreation Commission will host a Basketball Clinic for first and second grade girls from 3:45 to 5:00 p.m.

February 5 - Kansas Academy of Mathematics and Science will host an information and recruitment meeting at the Liberal Memorial Library, 519 N. Kansas in Liberal at 6:00 p.m. Sessions are free and students from seventh grade through sophomore year in high school are encouraged to attend. Space is limited, please RSVP by visiting www.fhsu.edu/kams/meeting or calling 785-628-4690.

February 7 - Stevens County Genealogical Society will meet at the Stevens County Library Computer Lab at 1:00 p.m.

- Liberal Hearing Aid Center will be at Pioneer Manor from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome. The Center will offer hearing aid cleaning and free batteries.

- Sons of Thunder will meet for their “Sweetheart Banquet” at 7:00 p.m. at the Grant County Civic Center in Ulysses. Men are requested to bring their sweethearts as the meal and service will be geared toward couples. Please RSVP at www.sonsofthunderswks.com.

Craig Smith will speak.

active participant in Olathe Junior Service League, PEO, OCTA and countless other community groups. She also served as vice president of the Olathe School Board from 1988 to 1996.

Starting in 1999, Heidi and Max began splitting their time between Olathe and Bozeman, Mt. where Heidi was a Work Experience Coach at Bozeman High School and was a member of the Hysterical Society and the "Spunky Old Broads."

Her infectious laugh, quick wit and creative spirit will be sorely missed.

Survivors include her husband; four children, Heather Gleason, Holly Logan, Jane Logan and William Logan; and seven grandchildren.

A memorial service was attended Wednesday afternoon, January 30, 2013 at Penwell-Gable Funeral Home in Olathe.

Memorial contributions can be made to Olathe Medical Center Hospice.

To leave a special message for the family please visit www.PenwellGabelOlathe.com

Death has claimed the life of Virginia Edith Cox. Mrs. Cox passed away Saturday, January 19, 2013 in Colorado Springs, Co. at the age of 93.

Virginia was born April 8, 1919 in Morton County on the family farm in Morton County to Viola and Linwood Hubbard.

August 30, 1943 Virginia married Samuel T. Cox in Lamar, Co. They moved to Colorado Springs in 1946 where Virginia managed the Colorado House in Manitou Springs for several years.

Virginia’s career included working for Walter Drake for seven years, and supervising at Hewlett Packard during their manufacturing era for

22 years. As a volunteer, she served on the Board of the Old Colorado City Historical Society, and Modern Woodmen of America, Camp 7226.

Mrs. Cox was a member of the Manitou Historical Society. She was an active member of the Skyway Southern Baptist Church (formerly) and the Pleasant Valley BapShe was a tist Church. member of the church choir and loved singing until the very end.

Those preceding Virginia in death were her husband Samuel Tilman Cox; her son Claude Leroy Cox, her six sisters; and two brothers.

Survivors include her daughter Connie Ann Dueker of Colorado Springs; four grandchildren, Debilyn Molineaux of Portland, Or., Sean Duffy of Columbia, Mo., Shannon Lee Cox of Falcon, Co. and Renee’ Dillavou of Colorado Springs;her five great grandchildren; and two great, great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to the Old Colorado City Historical Society.

Rosie Lang Longtime Moscow resident Rosie Marie Lang, 77, passed from this life Thursday, January 24, 2013 at her residence at the age of 77.

The daughter of James Rollen Lankford and the former Edith Cox, she was born March 12, 1935 in Haskell County, Tx. November 22, 1949, Rosie and Milton Lang were married at Gail, Tx. She lived in West Texas until 1966 and then moved to Big Bow. In 1970, they moved from Big Bow to Moscow.

Mrs. Lang owned and operated Rosies Diner at Moscow.

She was a member of the

Moscow Baptist Church and enjoyed helping with church and the community.

Survivors include three sons, Milton Jerry Lang of Merced, Ca., William James Lang of Kersey, Co. and Roger Dale Lang of Branson, Mo.; her two daughters, Gloria Nopens of Longmont, Co. and Shawna Pipher and husband Curley of Crawford, Co.; five sisters, Neoma Kirby of Abilene, Tx., Wanda Jean Dodson of North Highland, Ca., Merttie Irene Bunner of Calhoun, Mo., Evelyn Graham of San Angelo, Tx. and Geneva Miles of San Angelo, Tx.; her ten grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; and her many other relatives

and friends.

Those preceding Rosie in death were, her parents; husband; brother R.J. Lankford; three sisters, Gladys, Oramaye and Laura Belle; and one grandson, Michael Lang.

Funeral services were attended Monday afternoon, January 28, 2013 at Moscow Baptist Church with Pastor Larry Bradford presiding.

Burial followed in Moscow Cemetery under the direction of Paul’s Funeral Home of Hugoton.

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The Salvation Army thanks you Dear Editor On behalf of The Salvation Army and those whom we serve, we would like to take this opportunity to say “Thank You” to all your readers who helped make this another successful Christmas Season.

As always, we are grateful to everyone who donated their time to bell ring throughout the holiday season, as well as the businesses that supported our Red Kettle Campaign.

These volunteers and all who helped by filling the red kettles and mailing in contributions have made a huge impact on our efforts.

Steve Morris came to tell Mrs. Hall’s second graders about all he did to help with the Capitol’s restoration. Debbie Nordling was also on hand to share the book he wrote about the restoration of the Capitol.

The children were amazed after seeing Mr. Morris’ picture in the book. While Mr. Morris chatted with the children and answered questions, the students churned whipping cream into butter to emulate early settlers in celebration of Kansas Day Tuesday, January 29, 2013.

The children had taken a virtual tour of the State Capitol earlier and wowed Mr. Morris with their knowledge of the Capitol building. At left, Charity LaBounty churns butter with Mrs. Hall’s help.

Flu season visitor guidlines are revealed Dear Editor To the Community, Flu season is here. St. Catherine Hospital, in an effort to protect against the spread of communicable disease to our patients, staff and visitors, is joining other hospitals across the country in the implementation of stricter visitation guidelines for the next several months.

These precautions are based on recommendations from the CDC and are intended to protect the community as a whole. Our goal is to decrease the high risk of exposure to an extremely communicable disease in all patient care areas.

We understand how hard it is for family members when a loved one is hospitalized. However, we believe that as a family member you would want the hospital to do everything possible to protect and care for your loved one.

Effective immediately, the

Scott Taylor President/CEO St. Catherine Hospital following visitor guidelines will apply in order to protect your loved ones: • All visitors are asked to stop at the Collaboration Station before going to the patient’s room to be instructed on hand hygiene and specific precautions • No visitors under age 12 are allowed • Visitors with any of the following symptoms are asked to remain at home: - Fever - Body Aches - Coughing - Sore Throat - Runny Nose - Nausea/vomiting - Diarrhea Flu activity will be closely monitored using information from the CDC as well as the

KDHE. We anticipate these guidelines will remain in place until information shows that flu activity has decreased to a low level. As your community health care facility we are asking you, the community, to assist us in providing the very best care to our patients by following these guidelines.

We do have patient email available on our website, www.stcath-hosp.org where you can send an email to your family member or friend and let them know you are thinking of them during their illness and encourage you to use this method of communication as an alternative to visiting.

The emails are delivered daily.

We thank you for helping us follow the CDC guidelines.

Scott Taylor President/CEO St. Catherine Hospital

Memories of faithful Hermes readers Dear Editor As I was writing a check to renew our subscription I started to wonder how long we have been getting the Hermes in the mail. My wife (the former Gayle Parsons) and I were married in the First Christian Church in Hugoton December 20, 1955. As soon as we started our married life Gayle’s mother, Glenn Parsons, paid for a subscription in Gayle’s name. She continued to do this until her death in 1966. You may remember Glenn Parsons, since she owned and operated the Argus Hotel and Cafe for many years. Gayle’s father, Ira, was a farmer and rancher.

Jim Verner After Gayle’s mother passed away, we continued the subscription ourselves and, as best we remember, we have done so without interruption ever since that day.

However, we did live in Cuba during part of 1959 and 1960, and we do not remember if we got the Hermes there or if the subscription was placed on hold. Perhaps you have records available that might document our 57 years of readership.

All the Hugoton Parsons are gone now, but we are

pleased the Parsons name lives on through the trust initiated by Gayle’s uncle and aunt, Roy and Myrtle Parsons.

It is gratifying to us to see that their generosity has funded so many worthwhile projects in the area.

We do not get back to Hugoton very often these days, so we especially look forward to receiving the Hermes every week so we can see what is going on in Stevens County.

We both devour each issue from cover to cover.

Our best wishes to you for a successful 2013.

Sincerely, Jim Verner

Fishing regulations summary available now for 2013 Most avid anglers have several items – a special lure or a lucky hat – they won’t be caught fishing without. All should add the 2013 Kansas Fishing Regulations Summary to their “don’t-go-without” list. The 49-page, color pamphlet is available now wherever licenses are sold and can be downloaded at www.ksoutdoors.com.

Of course, the summary includes important fishing regulations such as special seasons, creel and length limits, license fees and legal fishing methods. And there’s also a special section highlighting new regulations for 2013.

This publication is a musthave for anglers because creel and length limits vary from lake to lake. The pamphlet includes a special 16page section that lists all public waters, along with their location and any special regulations in effect. You can also see which community lakes don’t charge extra fees for fishing, and even which lakes provide the best family fishing experience. Community lakes designated as Family Friendly Facilities (FFF) will include flush toilet facilities, security patrols, security lighting, easy access to the water and do not allow alcohol.

Anglers will also find important information on aquatic nuisance species (ANS), as well as regulations governing the use of live baitfish. Five pages are devoted to fish identification, featuring color illustrations by Joe Tomelleri. Current state record fish are listed, and there is also a Master Angler Application for anglers who catch fish that qualify for the Master Angler Program.

The 2013 Fishing Regulations Summary pamphlet is truly a necessary item for anglers, and copies are available at more than 200 outlets statewide. Grab two copies, one for your tackle box and one for the boat, so you’ll never be without it.

Randall Summit The Salvation Army Kansas and Western Missouri Because of the generosity throughout the community, our neighbors in need are receiving help not just at Christmas time, but throughout the year. Thank you for playing such an important role in the work of The Salvation Army where you live! We are grateful for the generosity of those who give their time and treasures so freely to help people

Dustin EJohnson Johnson Dustin FinancialAdvisor Advisor Financial .

608 S Main Street Hugoton, KS 67951 620-544-8818

throughout the community.

If you are interested in donating or volunteering during the coming the year, please call 1-800-336-4547, extension 368 for more information.

You can also find out more information about The Salvation Army’s service in this and other communities at www.salvationarmy.us.

May God Bless you!

Sincerely, Randall Summit Service Extension Director The Salvation Army Kansas and Western Missouri

Stephanie A Weeast, CFP®, AAMS® Financial Advisor

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Saturday, February 2, 2013

5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Fellowship Hall MENU Sausage, Ribs, Tenderloin, Liver and Onions, Pickled Heart, BBQ Pork, Saurkraut with Meat, Cole Slaw, Mashed Potatoes, Sausage Gravy, Biscuits, BBQ Baked Beans, Homemade Pies, Coffee, Tea and Pink Lemonade.

Free will Offering Take Out Plates $6.00.

The public is cordially invited.

The Hillbilly Band will be playing from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Free will donation.

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GasBuddy advises gas prices in Kansas rise Average retail gasoline prices in Kansas have risen 9.2 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.19 per gallon Sunday, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 1,329 gas outlets in Kansas.

This compares with the national average that has increased 4.5 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.31 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 3.2 cents per gallon higher than the same day one year ago and are 12.1 cents per gallon higher than a month ago. The national average has increased 4.5 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 6.7 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.

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Southwest Kansas Bar Association is sponsorig an essay contest The Southwest Kansas Bar Association is sponsoring its annual scholarship essay contest for all qualified seniors attending a high school in the twenty-nine county area served by the Association.

The essay must address the subject of the American Bar Association 2013 Law Day theme - “Realizing the Dream: Equality for All.”

The essay must be no more than 300 words. Winners will be chosen based upon writing skills, content, academic achievements and potential for making a contribution to society.

The Southwest Kansas Bar Association will award five scholarships of $1000 each.

Contest winners will be selected by April 26, 2013. Win-

ners will be announced at the Awards Banquet or Graduation Program of the winner’s school. All scholarships will be paid to the Registrar upon proof of enrollment at an accredited college or vocational school for the 2013 fall term.

April 5, 2013 is the deadline for submitting a com-

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pleted application and essay.

Applications may be obtained from school counselors or by mail to: Southwest Kansas Bar Assn Law Day Scholarship Contest %Hon. Kim R. Schroeder 200 E. Sixth St. Hugoton, Ks. 67951

from The Stevens County Gas & Historical Museum Gladys Renfro and Beulah Carter Heaven’s Grocery Store I was walking down life’s highway a long time ago.

One day I saw a sign that read “Heaven’s Grocery Store” as I got a little closer The door came open wide and when I came to myself, I was standing inside.

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I saw a host of angels, they were standing everywhere.

One handed me a basket and said, “My child, shop with care.”

Everything a Christian needed was in that grocery store.

And all you couldn’t carry, you could come back the next day for.

First I got some patience, love was in that same row.

Further down was understanding, you need that everywhere you go.

I got a box or two of wisdom, a bag or two of faith.

I just couldn’t miss the Holy Spirit, for It was all over the place.

By Beck Ewy Social Security Assistant District Manager in Hutchinson

You are invited to come worship with family and friends at Pioneer Manor

Citizens State Bank 601 S. Main - Hugoton

February 3 Church of Christ

PAUL'S FUNERAL HOME

February 10 Rolla UMC

David & Brandy Robson

314 S. Van Buren 544-4122

Pyramid Agency, Inc. 521 S. Main - Hugoton

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

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.

Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m.

Service Wed. Night - 7:00 p.m.

Celebrate Recovery Every Monday at 7:00 p.m.

BETHEL FRIENDS CHURCH Eric Mason, Pastor Zac Johnson, Youth Pastor 11th & Jefferson - 544-8517 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Morning Service - 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Evening Ministries - 6:30 p.m.

(Children, Youth, & Adult)

CHURCH OF CHRIST

February 17 Moscow Baptist

FAITH COMMUNITY CHURCH

ST. HELEN CATHOLIC CHURCH

531 S. Main 544-7077 Michael Taylor, Pastor Monday Bible Q & A - 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Book Study- 6:30 p.m.

Friday Prayer - 8:00-10:00 p.m.

Saturday Bible Study - 6:30 p.m.

Sunday Coffee & Fellowship - 10:00 a.m.

Sunday Services - 10:30 a.m.

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

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 Randy Nash 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 800 S. Van Buren - 544-2763 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00 p.m.

Call 544-2652 fIor Church Bus

1045 S. Van Buren 544-2825 Matthew Russell, Minister 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.

HUGOTON BAPTIST CHURCH

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS

424 S. Jackson 544-4828 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Church - 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday - 7:00 p.m.

Pre-Service Prayer - half hour before service

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.

Youth Service - 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study - 6:30 p.m.

LIGHTHOUSE FELLOWSHIP

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

PRIMERO BAUTISTA IGLESIA 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

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH 516 N.E. Avenue 544-2355 Morning Worship - 9:00 a.m.

Fellowship/Refreshments - 10:00 a.m.

Sunday School - 10:30 a.m.

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

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 828 S. Main Hugoton 544-8715 Harry Cross, Pastor Sunday School - 9:45 a.m.

Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

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MOSCOW MOSCOW BAPTIST CHURCH 598-2455 Church - 598-2400 Home Rev. Larry Bradford, Pastor 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 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.

ROLLA PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH 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.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ROLLA - RICHFIELD 593-4596 or 593-4781 Sandy Ferguson, 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.

to Social Security with the appropriate documentation (originals or certified copies only).

If you need to apply for a Social Security card and number for your child, you can do that the same way, and get the specific information at the same website. In almost all cases, though, an application for your infant’s Social Security card and number is taken in the hospital at the same time that you apply for your baby’s birth certificate.

Why does a baby need a Social Security number?

There are a number of reasons, but the main one is so that you can claim your child as a dependent on your tax return. Social Security numbers are also needed for children to apply for certain government and social service benefits.

As you prepare for tax season, just around the corner, make sure the kids (and all the dependents) that you list on your annual tax return have Social Security numbers. If you want to claim your child as a dependent on your tax return (and who doesn’t?) your child will need a Social Security number.

Note that all dependents listed on your federal tax return will need Social Security numbers, including a dependent parent who lives with you and receives support from you.

Learn more about Social Security at www.socialsecu rity.gov. And learn more about your Social Security card and number at www.so cialsecurity.gov/ssnumber, where you can print out an application and find out everything you need for your specific situation.

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I stopped to get some strength and courage to help me run this race.

By then my basket was getting full but I remembered I needed some grace.

I didn’t forget salvation, for salvation - that was free, so I tried to get enough of that to save both you and me.

Then I started up to the counter to pay my grocery bill, for I thought I had everything to do my Master’s will.

I went up the aisle, there was prayer and I just had to put that in, for I knew when I stepped outside, I would run right into sin.

Peace and joy were plentiful; they were on the last shelf, song and praise were hanging near, so I just helped myself.

Then I said to the Angel, “Now, how much do I owe?”

He just smiled and said, “Just take them wherever you go.”

Again I smiled at him and said, “How much do I really owe?”

And this time he said, “My Child, Jesus paid your bill a long time ago.”

Author Unknown We invite you to visit us at the Stevens County Gas Museum located at 915 S. Adams. Our hours are 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Saturday.

Look who’s new Burns welcome baby Gus Marc and Alicia Burns of Waco, Tx. are proud to announce the birth of Christopher Augustus “Gus” October 23, 2012. He weighed six pounds, ten ounces.

Maternal grandparents are Jas and Gail Dale of Moscow.

Proud aunt is Becca Dale of Manhattan. Paternal grandparents are Ned and Doris Burns of Teague, Tx.

Christopher Augustus “Gus” Burns

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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.

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SOCIAL SECURITY CARDS AND NUMBERS Do you know where your Social Security card is located? Hopefully, it’s in a safe place, tucked away securely with your other important papers. It certainly should not be in your purse or wallet and should not be carried with you every day since it can be more valuable than cash to an identity thief.

Do you know your Social Security number? Chances are you have it memorized. If you know your number, you may never need your card again. It is the number, not the card, that is most important.

In the event that you lose your Social Security card and really need a replacement, you can find out all the details on how to obtain a replacement card and what specific documents you need to provide at www.socialse curity.gov/ssnumber. Each situation is unique, but in most cases you simply need to print, complete, and either mail or bring the application

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Silver Haired Legislature candidates are sought Kansas’ older adults who have an interest in politics are encouraged to register to become a candidate for the Kansas Silver Haired Legislature (SHL). The deadline to register is quickly approaching.

The SHL is an unicameral legislative body consisting of 125 representatives. All of the elected officials are age 60 or older. The SHL provides an educational experience in the political process and an opportunity to identify policy concerns for Kansas’ older adults. The SHL develops bills and resolutions that are presented to the Kansas Legislature and Governor Sam Brownback as recommendations for state policy.

Elected Silver Haired Legislators are responsible for advocating for their legislation, testifying at hearings on SHL legislation, meeting with older adults in their county/district and attending scheduled SHL meetings.

Elections to become a Silver Haired Legislator are set for March 9. Candidates must be 60 years or older and registered to vote in their district.

Candidate registration forms and additional information are available on the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services website at www.kdads.ks.gov/Advo cacy_Legislation/Legislative/si lverhairlegi.htm. Forms must be downloaded, signed and returned no later than February 14 at 4:30 p.m. Forms and information are also available at Kansas’ Area Agencies on Aging (AAA). AAAs are located in Kansas City, Chanute, Hiawatha, Wichita, Dodge City, Arkansas City, Hays, Ottawa, Olathe, Topeka and Manhattan. For exact locations, please visit http://www.k4a. org/area-agencies-onaging/AAA%20Directory.pdf.

The Kansas Silver Haired Legislative Session takes place October 8-10, in Topeka.

School Lunch Week is celebrated Kansas School Lunch Week will be celebrated in K-12 school cafeterias across the state the week of January 28February 1. The initiative is a partnership between the Kansas Department of Agriculture (KDA) and the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE).

For Kansas School Lunch Week, KDA and KSDE worked to promote a specific lunch menu highlighting Kansas agricultural products. Each day of the week celebrates an agricultural product as a feature item on the menu. The following commodities were celebrated during Kansas School Lunch Week: Monday, Kansas Corn Day; Tuesday, Kansas Sunflower Day; Wednesday, Kansas Beef Day. Thursday, Kansas Milk Day and Friday, Kansas Wheat Day will also be celebrated.

In addition to featuring a specific commodity each day, KDA and KSDE have encouraged schools to utilize and purchase food products produced or processed in the state that are marketed through Simply Kansas, the state food and agriculture trademark program. School Lunch Week Resources, including the menu and items promoted to schools, are available online.

“Helping students draw the connection between agriculture and the food on their plate during school lunch is an important component of agriculture education,” said Kate Bormann, KDA education and event coordinator.

“We are excited to partner with KSDE in more initiatives to encourage schools to promote Kansas agriculture and food

products in the lunch room.”

KDA and KSDE worked with the participating commodity organizations to receive endorsement of the menu and to encourage groups to visit school cafeterias across the state during Kansas School Lunch Week.

Participating commodity groups include the Kansas Corn Growers Commission, Kansas Sunflower Commission, Kansas Beef Council, Kansas Dairy Association and the Kansas Wheat Commission.

“Whether it’s the meat on the plate, the jam on their wheat bread, or the carton of milk, it has been touched by Kansas agriculture,” said Bormann. “KDA and KSDE will continue to encourage school nutritionists to select and promote healthy Kansas food every day.”

For more information about Kansas School Lunch Week, visit KSDE’s School Nutrition program website and the Farm to School website.

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John Duncan to celebrate his eightieth birthday Former Hugoton resident John Duncan will be celebrating his eightieth birthday February 10. His family is having a private family dinner, but are requesting a card shower for him so that others may wish him a Happy Birthday. Cards may be sent to John Duncan, 1360 Jewell St, Liberal, KS, 67901.

and voice at Southwestern College, the ensemble performs works by a variety of composers in styles ranging from spirituals and gospel to major works by the great historical composers.

The SC Singers is a select ensemble whose members are auditioned from within the A Cappella Choir. They also sing a wide variety of musical styles, but place a special emphasis on vocal jazz.

In the past several years the choirs have appeared on television and performed with both the Wichita Symphony Orchestra and Wichita Grand Opera. In 2008, the groups took a performance tour across Italy that culminated in a performance during Easter Sunday Mass at the Basilica of St. Mark in Venice. In both 2005 and 2010, the Southwestern College A Cappella Choir formed the core of a mass choir conducted by Gardner in New York City's famed Carnegie

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Camera Club meets at HRC

Abbi Lopez, daughter of Monica and Joe Lopez, signs to play softball with the Cowley County Community College Ravens.

Abbi is pictured with her mother Monica, father Joe and Coach Lance Cornelsen. Photo courtesy of Kathy Pate.

The Hugoton Area Camera Club had its first meeting Thursday evening, January 17 at the Recreation Commission at 304 E. Third in Hugoton. Members organized the club.

The next meeting will be Thursday, February 21 at 7:00 p.m. at the HRC. Anyone with an interest in photography is welcome to attend. There will be a photo contest at each meeting. The subject for the February contest is “texture.” Members

will judge the photos and publish the winner in the Hugoton Hermes.

Officers will be elected at the February meeting to discuss programs, dues and activities.

The club will have a monthly newsletter to keep members informed. The club appreciates the use of the meeting room at the HRC. For more information, contact Lowell Stanley at 620-598-2914 or email lstan ley@pld.com.

Alicia Gaschler and Christopher Jordan receive K-State degrees More than 1,300 students have completed degree requirements from Kansas State University. The following students earned degrees from Kansas State University; degree honors, if earned, also are included. They are Alicia Gaschler, Master of Science in Animal Science; and Christopher Jordan, Bachelor of Arts, both of Hugoton.

The graduates are from 91 Kansas counties, 42 states and 26 countries. Of the university's newest graduates, 117 also earned graduation honors for their outstanding academic work.

Degrees earned include more than 1,050 bachelor's, nearly 260 master's, more than 55 doctorates and several associate degrees. Some students earned multiple degrees.

Earning the university's top graduation honor, summa cum laude, were 32 students, who have an academic average of 3.95 or higher; 41 students graduated magna cum laude with an academic average of 3.85 to 3.949; and 46 students graduated cum laude with an academic average of 3.750 to 3.848.

Local students receive scholarships from Emporia Scholarships are helping almost 1,200 Emporia State University students attending classes this academic year.

ESU is pleased to announce that the 2012-13 allocation of scholarship awards, at $2,076,690, is helping support the educational dreams of students in Kansas, 17 other states and 13 foreign countries.

Area students and the ESU scholarships they received include: Lindsey Miller of Hugoton, Lewis J. and Ernest A. Braun Scholarship and Emily White of Moscow,

John Johnson Memorial Scholarship in Business.

For more information about financial aid and scholarships at Emporia State University, visit http://www. emporia.edu/finaid.

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Saturday, February 2, 2013 John Duncan

Alyx Ellsaesser to perform with Southwestern College Choral Tour The Southwestern College choral department will tour north Texas, January 31February 3, with a home concert in Richardson Performing Arts Center Sunday, February 10, at 3:00 p.m. Alyx Ellsaesser of Hugoton is among the performers on the tour.

The A Cappella Choir and SC Singers will perform: • Thursday, January 31, at The First United Methodist Church in Denton, Tx. at 7:00 p.m.

• Friday, February 1, at The First United Methodist Church in Mabank, Tx. at 7:00 p.m.

• Sunday, February 3, at The First United Methodist Church in Grapevine, Tx. at 9:00, 10:10, and 11:15 a.m.

Initially formed in 1927, Southwestern College's A Cappella Choir has built a long-standing reputation of excellence throughout Kansas and the Midwest.

Under the direction of David Gardner, director of choirs

Thursday, January 31, 2013

Hall.

Also joining the A Cappella Choir and SC Singers for the tour are Eva Farid, violin; Nathan Johnson, string bass; Nick Hofmeister, drums; and Stephen Butler, accompanist.

"The groups are excited to be bringing their music to the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex area. We have an amazingly talented group of students this year and audience will get to see them perform a wide variety of styles from opera to jazz," Gardner says.

Southwestern College is a private institution granting undergraduate and graduate degrees and is affiliated with the United Methodist Church. About 1,700 students attend classes at the main Winfield campus, at six professional studies sites in Kansas and Oklahoma, or online around the world.

On the web: http://read about.me/achievements/Aly x-Ellsaesser-Hugoton-to-Per form-with-Southwestern-Col lege-Choral-Tour/5490844.

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Eagles compete against Holcomb Longhorns Friday night was another night of basketball for the Eagles as they took on Holcomb on the Longhorns home court. This was a fast paced game for both sides with Hugoton scoring 20 points by half time. Going into the second half the Eagles continued to trail Holcomb and by the time the final buzzer sounded Hugoton had lost to the Longhorns 33 to 52.

Holcomb started the game

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WINTER SPORTS AJ Scott tries to drive in for the shot during a varsity game at Holcomb Friday. The varsity team battled hard but still could not come up with a win.

by getting the tip off and scored the first two points only 20 seconds into the quarter.

The Longhorns added a three-point shot giving them five points but was quickly answered by a threepoint shot from Logan Frederick. Henry Vela soon added a two-point shot to tie the game. By the end of the quarter Holcomb had pulled ahead by four points.

The Longhorns sent the ball in to start the second quarter and quickly added another two points. A.J. Scott hit a two-point shot two and a half minutes into the second quarter keeping the Eagles alive. Hugoton added 13 points in the second quarter giving them 20 by half time.

Holcomb retained the lead by adding 16 points making the half time score 20 to 27.

Once again Holcomb had possession of the ball to start the third quarter and they dominated in this fast paced quarter. Three minutes had gone by before Ross Davis added the first point for Hugoton by hitting one of two free throws. With 36 seconds remaining in the quarter Vila added a three-point basket for Hugoton’s first field basket. Jeison Rodriguez ended the quarter with a three-point shot of his own for a team

Jeison Rodriguez tries to block for teammate Logan Frederick during a varsity game against Holcomb Friday. The Eagles lost to Holcomb 33 to 52. total of seven points in the quarter.

The Longhorns scored five three-point shots and four two-point shots along with a free throw giving them a big lead over the Eagles.

AJ Scott sent the ball in to Rene Rubio to start the final quarter. After a few passes Rubio drove the ball into the lane and scored two points for the Eagles. Once again Holcomb’s defense held the

Hugoton boys at bay not allowing them to score while adding points to the Longhorns side of the scoreboard.

Rubio scored the final points for the Eagles and the final points of the game. Hitting a two-point shot from under the goal he was fouled and sent to the line to shoot two free throws. Hitting both shots the game ended with the Eagles trailing by 19.

Junior varsity travels to Holcomb for tough game

The 106 pound winners at the Cimarron wrestling tournament are second place Israel Montoya and third place Reed Rome. Photo courtesy of Lisa Rome.

Austin Harper at 220 pounds is the second place winner at the Cimarron wrestling tournament.

Photo courtesy of Lisa Rome.

Kole Kahl places fourth at the Cimarron wrestling tournament. His weight class is 182 pounds. Photo courtesy of Lisa Rome.

Sports Schedule Thursday, January 31 Middle School Basketball vs. Dodge City - 7th grade at Dodge City - 8th grade at Home; 4:00 p.m.

Friday, February 1 High School Basketball vs Colby at Home; 4:45 p.m.

Saturday, February 2 Wrestling GWAC at Scott City; 10:00 a.m.

Monday, February 4 Middle School Basket-

ball: 7th Grade vs Horace Good at Home - 8th Grade at Horace Good; 4:00 p.m.

Wrestling JV/V Dual at Liberal; 6:00 p.m.

Thursday, February 7 Middle School Basketball: 7th Grade at Liberal South - 8th Grade vs Liberal South at Home; 4:00 p.m.

Wrestling JV/V Ulysses Dual at Home; 6:00 p.m.

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The JV Eagles traveled to Holcomb Friday night to take on the JV Longhorns. Hugoton came out strong in the first quarter but lost momentum in the three remaining quarters. Both teams were tied in the last seconds of the first quarter but Holcomb squeaked in one last field goal to take the lead. The Longhorns put the pressure on in the second quarter keeping the Eagles out of scoring range. After adding six points in the second quarter Hugoton trailed 18 to 35 by half time. By the time the final buzzer had sounded Hugoton had failed to catch up to the Longhorns. Final score of the game was 32 to 60.

Ulises Armendariz, Ecxon Vila, Dakota Moodie, Kellen Watkins and Alex Gonzalez started for the Eagles in Friday’s JV game. The first quarter was a pretty even match

with both teams scoring regularly. Watkins did well in this quarter scoring eight out of the ten points made. Armendariz added the other field goal for a first quarter score of 10 to 12.

The second quarter was the turning point of this game. Holcomb started the quarter with control of the ball. With 20 seconds gone off the clock, Tyler Goode attempted a three-point shot that would have put the Eagles once again in the lead.

Holcomb added 12 points before Watkins scored the first two points of the quarter for Hugoton. By the time the second quarter had ended Hugoton had added six points while giving up 21 to the Longhorns. At half time the Eagles trailed, 18 to 35.

Hugoton had possession of the ball to start the second half. Armendariz attempted a two-point shot early but

Seventh graders double-up at Liberal West Thursday Even though many of their fans missed a significant amount of Thursday’s seventh grade boys’ A-team basketball game due to an unexpected early start at Liberal West, the Hugoton Eagles came out ready to play, and except for a second-quarter lull, easily ran away from Liberal by a score of 48-24.

Late in the first quarter, the Eagles were completely in command, 18-8. Leading the scoring in the impressive opening period were Damyan Don Juan with six points and Nathan Leininger and Isaac Sanchez with four points apiece. If the Eagles had kept up that pace, they would have scored 72 points.

But after the early scoring frenzy, the Eagles laid an egg with rotten, four-point second quarter. And for the second game in a row, the Eagles’ defense gave up an open threepointer at the end of the first half. Hugoton’s lead at halftime had been cut to 22-17.

The defensive lapse was obviously corrected in the second half as the Eagles sur-

rendered only five points in the third quarter and two points in the fourth quarter.

With defense leading to offense, HMS racked up 26 points in the second half.

Don Juan led the Hugoton scoring parade with ten points. Paden Cornelsen and Mitchell Hamlin both tallied eight points. Hamlin scored two points in each quarter.

Sanchez followed with six points. Luis Contreras, Erik Duarte, and Leininger finished with four points apiece.

Abraham Betance and Nick Mahan each recorded two points. For the second game in a row, nine Hugoton players scored.

Towards the end of the game, a Liberal Cal Ripken baseball coach, who has done battle with several of the Hugoton players in the summer, commented on the Hugoton kids. “They’re fast, and they’re good passers. You can tell they have played competitive basketball together before getting to middle school.”

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missed giving the ball to Holcomb on a rebound. The Longhorns moved the ball quickly scoring while keeping the Eagles out of scoring range. Four minutes into the third quarter Armendariz scored the first two points for Hugoton giving them 20 while Holcomb led with 43. When the third quarter ended the Eagles had added 10 points while giving up 13.

Holcomb all but shut down

the Eagles in the fourth quarter. Hugoton moved the ball continously but was not able to get a shot. Gonzalez scored the only two point basket four minutes into the quarter.

Parker Titus added another two points from free throws giving the Eagles four added points in the final quarter.

Holcomb continued to add points collecting another 12 points in the fourth quarter.

Eagles manage to come away with overtime win Monday The Hugoton Middle School seventh grade boys’ A-team managed to come away with a 35-30 overtime win over Dodge City Comanche in Monday’s basketball game at Hugoton.

The Eagles led 27-20 with 2:24 remaining in regulation but three-for-six free throw shooting in the final 1:35 left the game in doubt. Dodge City connected on a three-pointer with 14 seconds to go to tie the game at 30-30.

Hugoton did get four shots off as time expired in the fourth quarter, but all the shots were heavily contested, and several were blocked. Despite clearly losing the momentum, the Eagles regrouped to shut Dodge City out in the overtime period. Single free throws by Luis Contreras, Erik Duarte and Isaac Sanchez, and a put-back basket by Mitchel Hamlin accounted for HMS’ scoring in the extra session.

Unable to get turnovers out of their press and with their running game stymied, the Eagles struggled mightily in the early going. Paden Cornelsen was the exception to the lackluster play. Cornelsen knocked in four consecutive free throws in the game’s opening minute.

He scored the Eagles’ only field goal in the first quarter at the 4:16 mark. Hugoton trailed 10-6 at the end of the first period.

To HMS’ credit the defense stepped up in the second quarter, holding Dodge City scoreless until a single free throw fell through the net with

only 36 seconds to go before half. Cornelsen continued to dominate, recording the quarter’s first field goal and assisting Nathan Leininger for two easy scores on cuts to the basket. Cornelsen was involved in Hugoton’s first 12 points. HMS led 14-11 at halftime.

The Eagles increased the lead to 22-16 at the end of the third quarter and upped the margin to the aforementioned seven points with not a lot of time left in the fourth quarter.

But giving up 12 points in the final 2:48 of regulatiion and converting only four of 11 free throws in the fourth quarter could have been a recipe for disaster. Hugoton was fortunate to find just enough ingredients to concoct the overtime win.

Cornelsen topped Hugoton’s scoring with ten points.

Leininger followed with seven points. Hamlin contributed six points. Duarte recored five points. Sanchez finished with three points. Contreras and Damyan Don Juan added two points apiece.

Hugoton also won the Bgame, 24-19. Isai Cabezas led the HMS scoring with eight points, including a four-of-five performance at the free throw line. Azarael Rodriguez was runner up with seven points and dominated on both ends of the floor with his hustle. Angel Quezada followed with four points. Adan Vera chipped in three points. Marcos Baeza and Dawson Burnett recorded one point apiece.

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Lady Eagles fight a tough game against Holcomb The Lady Eagles traveled to Holcomb where they played in the homecoming game against the Lady Longhorns. Both teams did well in the first half answering the other team’s shots keeping the game close and exciting.

By half time it was a tied ball game, 20 to 20. The Lady Eagles continued to score and by the end of the third quarter Hugoton had taken a fivepoint lead. It was the final

Megan Cornelsen looks for a teammate to throw the ball to during the girls varsity basketball game against Holcomb.

The Lady Eagles lost to the Longhorns 45-56.

quarter where the Lady Longhorns excelled and were able to pass the Hugoton girls and eventually take the win. With the Lady Eagles in some foul trouble and not able to hit all their shots, the Lady Longhorns took the lead after three minutes into the final quarter. The game ended with Holcomb on top, 45 to 56.

The first half was a back and forth game with each side answering the other’s shot. With two minutes left in the second quarter BayLee Hoskinson scored a two-point shot tying the game up, 18 to 18. Nicole Kinser added another two points giving the Lady Eagles a two-point lead.

With less than a minute left in the game, two free throws

by Holcomb tied the game up for the last time in the first half.

Holcomb had possession to start the third quarter but it was the Lady Eagles that scored the first points with a two-point shot by Kinser.

Riley Sosa stepped up and scored a three-point basket putting the Lady Eagles in the lead by five with six minutes still to play in the quarter. When the quarter ended Hugoton had a five-point lead, 33 to 28. Holcomb kept the pressure on Hugoton and

and Manny Mendoza fourth place. Others that participated in this division were Bradan Slemp, Dawson Kerbow, and Cole Martin.

In the 14 and under division, Pedro Ordonez earned a third place trophy.

Congratulations to these wrestlers. It was a long, grueling day with some tough competitors.

Next week’s tournament is the Battle of the Belts at Maize.

Great Bend Novice Some of the young novice wrestlers from the Hugoton Wrestling Club traveled to Great Bend to participated in the Great Bend Novice Tournament on Sunday.

In the six and under division, Cooper Giudicy and Thomas Willis brought home first place medals and in the eight and under division, Conder DeVaughan brought home a third place medal and Zachary Willis brought home a fifth place medal. Congratulations to these young and determined wrestlers.

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Riley Sosa keeps the ball away from a Holcomb player during the girls’ varsity game Friday at Holcomb. The Lady Eagles battled through the game but came up short against the Lady Longhorns. with six minutes left in the quarter tied the game 38 to 38. The game had turned in the Lady Longhorns favor and ultimately they took the win. With time running out, mistakes and too many fouls allowed the Holcomb girls to take the win.

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The loss didn't dampen the spirits any as Sosa had this to say about her team. "We're getting stronger as a team, and becoming a lot closer this year. We're playing together and I'm excited to see where it'll take us."

Twelve Hugoton grapplers compete at Salina The Hugoton Federation traveled to Salina this past weekend to participate in the Tournament of Champions at the Bicentennial Center Saturday. Twelve wrestlers competed in this tough tournament.

In the six and under division, Isaac Martin wrestled in a six-man round robin. Isaac tied for fourth place with two other wrestlers. He brought home a trophy. Cameron Persing also participated in this division.

Adam Mendoza and Carson Chamberlain participated in the eight and under division. Adam had a tough 64-man bracket and Carson had a tough 32-man bracket.

These boys wrestled hard and gave it their all.

In the ten and under division, Michael Mendoza placed second. He had a 16man bracket.

In the 12 and under division, Nicky Mahan received a first place trophy, Mitchell Hamlin received second place

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(First published in the Hugoton Hermes, 2t Thursday, January 24, 2013) NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING OF THE STEVENS COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT

To all qualified electors residing within the boundaries of the Stevens County Conservation District, notice is hereby given that pursuant to K.S.A. 2-1907, as amended, on the 9th day of February, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. an annual meeting of the Stevens County Conservation District will be held at the Memorial Hall, Sixth and Monroe, Hugoton, KS. The meeting agenda shall include the following business items:

Carson Chamberlain tries to take down his opponent at the Tournament of Champions in Salina. Carson competed in the eight and under division during the tournament. Photo courtesy of Carla Kerbow.

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STATE OF KANSAS, STEVENS COUNTY, ss:

No. 11PR42 NOTICE OF HEARING (Chapter 59)

Michael Mendoza places second at the Tournament of Champions in Salina recently. He wrestles in the ten and under division.

Photo courtesy of Carla Kerbow.

The supervisors of the Stevens County Conservation District shall make full and due report of their activities and financial affairs since the last annual meeting.

TWO: They shall conduct an election by secret ballot of qualified electors, there present, of one supervisor to serve a term of three years from the date of said meeting.

All in the county of Stevens in the State of Kansas.

By Tron Stegman, Chairman Stevens County Conservation District Attest: Sherri Martin District Manager

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IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF HAROLD COX, DECEASED

Mitchell Hamlin wrestles in the 12 and under division for the Hugoton Federation. Mitchell received a second place medal at the Tournament of Champions in Salina. Photo courtesy of Carla Kerbow.

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Nicky Mahan places first at the Tournament of Champions in Salina recently. Nicky wrestled in the twelve and under division.

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THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed in the above Court by Jerry H. Cox, executor of the will and estate of Harold Cox, deceased, praying for final settlement of the estate, for approval of his acts, proceedings and accounts as executor, for payment of court

costs, attorney's fees and expenses, and also praying that the Court determine the heirs, legatees and devisees entitled to the estate, and distributing and assigning the same to such persons, in accordance with the terms of decedent's will, and for further relief.

You are hereby required to file your written defenses thereto on or before the 15th day of February, 2013, at 9:30 a.m. of said day, in said Court, in the district courtroom at the county courthouse in 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.

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BOY SCOUT TROOP #189 Scout MasterErick Nordling Assistant ScoutmastersTed Bansemer, Tim Mangles, Alan Thomas BOY SCOUTS Landan Hickey Alex Pierson Dawson Burnett Kobe Lindstrom

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Richard Clinesmith donates blood at the Stevens County Fairgrounds Wednesday, January 23, 2013. Krystie Jacobs, a Donor Recruitment Representative out of Wichita, reported 41 good bags of blood were collected at this blood drive. Each bag has the potential to save up to three lives. Thus, 123 lives were saved by these generous donors. The next Hugoton Community Blood Drive is scheduled for April 16 at the St. Helen Catholic Church from noon until 6:00 p.m.

St. Catherine Hospice is sponsoring an educational grief workshop Tuesday evenings beginning February 19 through March 19.

The time is 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at St. Catherine Hospice conference room at 602 N. Sixth St. in Garden City.

• Session 1 - February 19 “What is Normal Grief?”

• Session 2 - February 26 “Myths of Grief, Feelings of Loss and Clichés of Grief” • Session 3 - March 5 “Handling Holidays & Other Special Occasions” • Session 4 - March 12 “The Six Needs of Mourning” • Session 5 - March 19 “Helping Ourselves Heal” This group is open to any adult who has experienced a significant death in their life. The group is lead by Kenne Whitson, CHPCA, CT and is free of charge.

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but it is acceptable to have a Pap test alone every three years.

• Women over age 65 who have had regular screening with normal results should not be screened for cervical cancer.

Women over age 65 who have been diagnosed with cervical pre-cancer should continue to be screened.

• Women who have had their uterus and cervix removed in a hysterectomy and have no history of cervical cancer or precancer should not be screened.

• Women should discuss their risk factors with their physician.

“Even though Pap test recommendations have changed, women should continue receiving annual well woman exams,” said Robert Moser, M.D., Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) Secretary and State Health Officer.

“Each woman should discuss her individual risk with her doctor to determine how frequently she should receive a Pap test.

Components that may be included in annual well woman exams are a clinical breast exam, screening for sexually transmitted diseases, contraception, immunizations, routine blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol and weight checks, as well as counseling on how to maintain best health and prevent or manage chronic conditions.”

According to the CDC, almost all cervical cancers are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases. HPV vaccines are now available that prevent the two HPV strains most likely to cause cervical cancer. These vaccinations are effective for a lifetime, but must be administered in a three shot series prior to adulthood. HPV vaccines are recommended for both boys and girls at ages 11 and12, but additional ages can be considered.

Not all cervical cancer is prevented by the HPV vaccine; therefore, women are still recommended to get Pap tests.

When it is time for screening, the KDHE Early Detection Works (EDW) program provides breast and cervical cancer screenings for eligible women at no cost. Eligible women are Kansas residents ages 40 to 64, without health insurance, who

Seward County Community College/Area Technical School Drama Department will hold auditions for the spring musical at 7:00 p.m., February 5-6, in the Showcase Theater, 1801 N. Kansas, in Liberal.

The cast will perform the musical, “Assassins” April 11-13. “Assassins” is a musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and is based on the book by John Weidman.

This murderous carnival game portrays men and women who attempt to assassinate the presidents of the United States, some successfully and some unsuccess-

meet income guidelines.

Women can enroll for these free screenings by calling toll-free 1877-277-1368. Limited state funds are available for women under 40 who are experiencing breast or cervical problems.

EDW pays for many diagnostic follow-up tests with free or affordable treatment available to women diagnosed with cancer while participating in the program.

EDW also partners with employers, churches, organizations and other groups to provide education on breast and cervical health. Call your area EDW representative for more information about what you can do to increase awareness in and promote screening in your area. For more information on the new cervical cancer screening guidelines, visit or www.cancer.org www.cdc.gov/cancer.

Weather Watch Tuesday, January 22

Saturday, January 26

Low - 23˚ High - 61˚

Low - 25˚ High - 61˚

Wind speed - 13 Wind gust - NA

Wind speed - 24 Wind gust - 28

Wednesday, January 23

Sunday, January 27

Low - 23˚ High - 70˚ Wind speed - 15 Wind gust - 18

Low - 41˚ High - 73˚ Wind speed - 26 Wind gust - 32

Thursday, January 24

Monday, January 28

Low - 23˚ High - 35˚ Wind speed - 13 Wind gust - 15

Low - 33˚ High - 71˚ Wind speed - 37 Wind gust - 45

Friday, January 25

Wind speed is shown in MPH.

Low - 24˚ High - 58˚ Wind speed - 13 Wind gust - NA

Weather data is taken from the Aviation Weather System at the Hugoton Municipal Airport.

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Nice weekend. If you blinked you missed the tiny shower we had.

All is well here at the Senior Center. Busy busy. Keeping the meals on schedule and doing what needs to be done. If you all have ideas or suggestions, we are always willing to hear from you.

The weather always makes a difference on our attendance. This is supposed to be a really nice week, so come on out and have have lunch with us.

Till next week.

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New screening guidelines released for cervical cancer January is National Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, and this year it is important for women to be aware of new cervical cancer screening guidelines. Both the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American Cancer Society no longer recommend average-risk women get a Pap test every year.

According to the American Cancer Society, cervical cancer mortality rates among U.S. women decreased by almost 70 percent from 1955 to 1992 due in large part to the Pap test, which can detect disease in its early stages. Cervical cancer takes many years to develop and can be caught early enough with longer time intervals between Pap tests. Moreover, frequent screening can lead to unnecessary treatment procedures that can cause cervical damage. Therefore, the new screening guidelines from the American Cancer Society and U.S. Preventive Services Task Force for average-risk women are as follows: • Starting at age 21, women should get a Pap test every three years.

Between ages 30 and 65, a Pap test with human papillomavirus (HPV) co-testing is recommended every five years.

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Dinosaurs to invade Mid-America Air Museum in April The combination of dinosaurs and aircraft are uniform when comparing the length and weight of an FM-2 "Wildcat" fighter to a Stegosaurus. That blend will become a reality at the MidAmerica Air Museum in Liberal this spring when the Dinosaurs of Kansas Exhibit, from a world renowned animatronics display, opens April 6.

“The prehistoric past will come to life for 30 days at the museum,” said Mid-America Air Museum Director Jim Bert, who is overseeing the animatronic displays being assembled at the museum.

“This is a herd of dinosaurs virtual denizens from the distant past - with the movements, lights and sounds to

create an extraordinary experience.”

The exhibit comes from North America's leading provider of life-size animatronic dinosaurs for zoos, museums and theme parks.

Billings dinosaurs have been exhibited not only nationwide at locations like Audubon Nature Institute, St. Louis Zoo and the Los Angeles County Fair, but also worldwide, most recently in Sydney, Australia and Madrid, Spain.

The Stegosaurus (which could grow to 29 feet long and nine feet tall and weigh three to four tons) and its baby are just two of the ten exhibits that will swarm the air museum. Another pair is the Triceratops and baby with their three horned faces.

Continuing with the mother and child theme, a Parasaurolophus and its egg nest will show newly hatched babies.

A Tyrannosauraus (tyrant lizard king), an Acrocanthosaurus (high spined lizard), a Baryonyx (heavy claw) and a Dilophosaurus (double-crested lizard) will also tower inside the air museum.

“The exhibit is a partnership with the City of Liberal and has been in development for more than a year with the help of a great team of volunteers,” Bert said. Volunteers are helping create the atmos-

phere for the dinosaurs from huge trees, rock pathways, lights and big sound. Narratives available via cell phone and placards will guide and inform visitors.

In addition to individual tours of the Dinosaurs of Kansas Exhibit, the museum is offering school field trips, group tours, birthday parties and sleepovers.

More than a dozen field trips have been booked by area schools and the schedule is filling up. For more information contact Cindy Chance at 620-624-5263 or email cindy.chance@cityofliberal.org.

The Acrocanthosaurus at right and the Baryonyx dinosaur below are some of the exhibits on display at the Mid-America Air Museum in Liberal in April.

Photos courtesy of Billings Productions.

Moran’s Memo

By Senator Jerry Moran http://moran.senate.gov

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Pioneer Manor February 7

Bright Days Ahead for Kansas January 29, 1861, our state was founded on the ideals of personal freedom and individual liberty. The 152nd anniversary serves as a time to challenge all Kansans to carry on the enduring legacy of our founders.

In Washington, I often tell folks that Kansans live a special way of life. The pioneering spirit of those who settled our state more than 150 years ago and tamed the West lives on in us today. We fully embrace the words of our state’s motto: “Ad astra per aspera,” … “To the stars through difficulties.”

Growing up in Kansas, we learn that our family’s joys are increased and our sorrows diminished when they are shared with neighbors and friends. We teach our children that there is good in every person and that satisfaction in life comes from what you do for others rather than what you do for yourself.

Kansans work hard to make a difference in our communities, state and nation.

Throughout the years, Kansas has raised many talented leaders – from Eisenhower to Earhart – who have helped shape our state and

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ward to hosting a second successful summit elsewhere in Kansas this year.

Kansas has also become a leader in advancing biomedical and bioscience research.

In fact, our bioscience industry has grown at a faster rate than the national sector since 2001. This growth opens the doors for new medical and technological advancements.

Last summer, the University of Kansas Cancer Center achieved designation as a National Cancer Institute Cancer Center. This exclusive designation will have a lasting impact on our state’s economy and a life-changing impact on Kansans for generations to come. And just last month, Kansans received good news from the Department of Homeland Security: the land transfer agreement has been signed, and the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) in Manhattan is moving forward. This stateof-the-art biosecurity lab will replace our country’s antiquated foreign animal research facility at Plum Island, NY, and protect us from foreign animal disease threats.

And at a time when national new business formation is near historic lows, Kansas had a record 15,008 new-business filings in 2012 according to the state’s An-

nual Business Formation Report. These numbers suggest that entrepreneurs have discovered something I’ve known for a long time: Kansas is a great place to start a business. This uptick in entrepreneurship bodes well for future job growth in our state. And with Southwest Airlines set to start operating five routes out of Mid-Continent Airport in Wichita starting June 2, 2013, Kansas entrepreneurs will now have new options to connect them and their businesses to the rest of the country and the world.

Our state’s leadership in these pioneering industries is forming a legacy of opportunity for the next generation.

We want our children and grandchildren to have the chance to return home, put down roots and raise their own families in the communities we love.

After 152 years, Kansas has much to celebrate – from our rich heritage to our diverse industries. Bright days lie ahead for our state and I will do all I can to make certain we leave behind a stronger, freer and more prosperous place to call home.

May God bless the great State of Kansas.

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nation and overcome challenging obstacles. But the story of Kansas is also one about the farmers, factory workers, teachers, business owners, parents and all the unsung heroes whose hard work has built our state’s economy and reputation around the globe. We have much in our history to be proud of, and even more to look forward to.

Today, Kansas continues to set itself apart as an industry leader in many fields, some well-established in our state like aviation, and some burgeoning like research and entrepreneurship.

Aviation contributes more than $7 billion to our state’s economy each year, and Kansas’ reputation as the national leader in aviation manufacturing and job creation was recently solidified when Airbus Americas announced it will continue its partnership with Kansas and double its investment over the next ten years. I was proud to cohost the first-ever Air Capital Supplier Summit in Wichita in August 2012, which gave more than 200 representatives from 115 companies the opportunity to meet one-onone with representatives from Airbus with the goal of facilitating more business for Kansas companies. I look for-

by Stevens County FACS Agent Nancy Honig

Low-Vision Month Did you know that February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration and Low Vision Awareness Month? Low vision means that even with regular glasses, contact lenses, medicine, or surgery, people find everyday tasks difficult to do. Millions of Americans lose some of their vision every year.

When it comes to the health and durability of your vision, there are few things that are more important for preserving your eyesight than annual eye examinations. Not

only do these detailed exams help to uncover common vision problems such as nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism, but they can also provide early detection for other serious eye problems. Your eye care professional can tell the difference between normal changes in the aging eye, and those caused by eye diseases.

There are many vision conditions that come with age that can have a significant impact on our eyes and our eyesight. Common eye problems such as age-related

macular degeneration (AMD), diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma, are all increasing as the population ages.

Is losing vision just part of getting older? No. Some normal changes in our eyes and vision occur as we get older.

However, these changes usually don't lead to low vision.

Most people develop low vision because of eye diseases and health conditions, including macular degeneration, cataract, glaucoma, and diabetes. While vision that's lost usually cannot be restored, many people can make the most of the vision they have.

What is low vision? Eye care professionals use the term "low vision" in order to describe significant visual impairment that cannot be corrected simply with standard glasses, medicine, contact lenses or eye surgery.

The eyesight of a person who has low vision may be blurred or partially obscured in the central visual zone due to macular degeneration, blurred or hazy from cataracts, or distorted by diabetic retinopathy.

How do I know if I have low vision? You should have regular dilated eye exams to determine your eye health, but there are many signs that can signal vision loss. For example, even with your regular glasses, do you have difficulty: * Recognizing faces of friends and relatives? * Doing things that require

you to see well up close, such as reading, cooking, sewing, or fixing things around the house? * Picking out and matching the colors of your clothes? * Doing things at work or home because lights seem dimmer than they used to? * Reading street and bus signs or the names of stores?

Vision changes, including these, could be early warning signs of eye disease. If you believe your vision has recently changed, you should see your eye care professional as soon as possible.

How do you correct low vision? Low vision services and procedures do not cure the vision problem once and for all. Instead, they utilize a person´s remaining vision to its highest potential. This may include a variety of low-vision devices to improve the quality of life for individuals with this condition. Some common devices include: microscopes; specially-designed reading glasses and lenses; magnifiers; and electronic reading devices with which word fonts can be increased and changed.

If you or someone you know suffers from low vision, it is important to schedule an appointment with a certified eye professional in order to take care of the problem before it possibly gets worse. Diagnosing low vision early can also help to avoid many other problems that may stem as a result of this vision condition.

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Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce News Dominoes reopens as Mexican Grill Anastacio Amador Leal and José Isidro Amador Leal opened the doors of Dominoes Mexican Grill about two months ago.

The two brothers have been in the restaurant business for the past 13 years.

They came to Hugoton from Colorado.

The Mexican Grill offers authentic Mexican food.

Some foods they offer are steaks, chicken, seafood, fajitas, enchilados, chalupas, rellenos, burritos, huevos,

appetizers, salads, burgers, sandwiches, deep-fried ice cream, chimichanga manzana, flan and sopapillas.

The Mexican Grill is open seven days a week. Their hours are from 11:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m.

Teresa Austin

Southwest Family Steakhouse opens Southwest Family Steakhouse opened their doors for business about four months ago.

The managers are Dennis and Teresa Austin.

Teresa commented she has worked in food service almost all her life. She started working by peeling potatoes after school when she was 11 years old. She was working in the Moscow diner for Rosie Lang. She then worked at the care home and the

Anastacio Amador Leal and José Isidro Amador Leal

hospital after she got married. She attended dietary manager college classes, earning her a Certified Dietary Manager’s License.

She also worked at Bob Wilson Memorial Hospital for seven years.

When the opportunity came to open the Southwest Family Steakhouse, she took it!

When the Steakhouse is fully staffed, they employ around ten people. The restaurant offers many

types of American food including steaks, appetizers, salads, burgers, specialty sandwiches and seafood.

Desserts are also available.

The Steakhouse is open Monday through Friday, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.

They are open Saturdays 11:00 a.m. through 9:00 p.m. The Steakhouse is closed Sundays.

China Restaurant changes ownership Recently the China Restaurant has been sold to Jay Huang by the former owner Kirk Liu. Kirk is one of Jay’s best friends.

Jay and his wife Jenny Zhang are the new operators of the only Chinese food restaurant in Hugoton.

This is the third restaurant of which Jay has been the manager. He managed

Jenny Zhang, Jay Huang and Sonia Alarcon

a restaurant in Brooklyn, N.Y. and another restaurant in Minneapolis, Mn. Jay and Jenny are the proud parents of two daughters. One daughter lives with Jay and Jenny and the other daughter currently lives in China with her grandparents.

The China Restaurant currently is open six days a week, being closed Mon-

days. Jay is waiting for his brother, who is a chef, to join their operation. He is expected to arrive within a couple of weeks. After he arrives, China will be open seven days a week.

China is open at 10:30 a.m. until 9:30 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. The buffet hours are 11:00 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.

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Hugoton FFA Alumni receives recognition at the State level as the best “Young Chapter” in Kansas and were ranked as one of the top three Alumni Affiliates in the State. Pictured are Barry Hittle, Kansas FFA Alumni Vice-Presi-

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The Hugoton FFA Alumni were awarded two plaques at the Annual Kansas FFA Alumni Annual Meeting in Dodge City. The first award was for being one of the 28 Chapters meeting all the requirements to be in “Good Standing” on the State Level, which allows the members of Hugoton FFA at the high school to be eligible for certain scholarships at both the State and National levels.

The Hugoton FFA Alumni chapter was also recognized as one of the top three Affiliates in the state, meeting the

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Gold Standard for Outstanding FFA Alumni Affiliate. The application will be forwarded to the National level for consideration for further awards.

The Hugoton FFA Alumni Chapter currently has 28 members and was organized in the spring of 2011. Officers are President Darin Heger, Vice President Matt Mills, Secretary Stacie Mills, Treasurer Vernon Baehler, and Executive Board Member Barry Hittle; Les McNally serves as the advisor to the Affiliate.

The Alumni sponsor meals for the FFA Chapter and do-

nate their time to the youth of this community by preparing them to be advocates for Agriculture in the future.

There are 54 Hugoton FFA Alumni Corporate Sponsors, who through their donations sponsor FFA Leadership Development trips for the local FFA members, and awarded over $2000 in scholarships to graduating FFA members last year.

If you are interested in being a part of this dynamic FFA Alumni Affiliate please contact one of the officers.

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• Cropland Health: Irrigated land to Dry land conversion, Cover Crops, Conservation Crop Rotation, Residue Management, Conversion from Flood to Pivot Irrigation, Irrigation Water Management practices, Replacing Cement Pipelines to more efficient PVC high pressure pipe and

Organic Transition.

Stop by your local Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) office to get more information about helping you help your land. Applications are accepted year round.

Office Address is 607 East Eleventh Street, Hugoton, Kansas 67951. Office Phone: 620-544-2261 extension three or Web site: http://www.ks.nrcs.usda.gov /programs/eqip/ogallala/.

USDA NRCS is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

La fecha límite de aplicación para OAI para el Año Fiscal 2013 es el 15 de Febrero del 2013 El viernes, 15 de Febrero del 2013, es la fecha límite para aplicar para la Iniciativa del Acuífero Ogallala, (Ogallala Aquifer Initiative (OAI);) Conservación Cooperativa, (Cooperative Conservation Partnership Initiative (CCPI);) Aguas para la Agricultura, (Agricultural Water Enhancement Program (AWEP);) Iniciativa de Pollos de Pradera, (Lesser Prairie-Chicken Initiative (LPCI)) en Kansas para ser considerados para los fondos del Año Fiscal 2013.

Salud pastoreo de la tierra: los tanques de ganado, pozos, tuberías, pagos, manejo de pastos, maleza y las cercas

February 4, 2013 9:30 a.m. Fair Office Building, Stevens County Fairgrounds, Hugoton, KS

perimetrales de cruz, y protección contra el viento.

Las tierras de cultivo de Salud: Tierras de regadío secas y conversión de tierras, cultivos de cobertura, rotación de cultivos de Conservación, Manejo de Residuos, Conversión de inundación para Riego Pivot, las prácticas de gestión del agua de riego, en sustitución de tuberías de cemento a la tubería de PVC presión más alta eficiencia y Transición Orgánica.

Si están interesados, pueden pasar por la oficina más cercana del Departamento de Agricultura de los Estados Unidos (USDA) y visitar el personal del Servicio de Conservación de Recursos Naturales (NRCS) ó ponerse en contacto con el personal del Distrito de Conservación de su localidad, para más información acerca de cómo puede ayudar su tierra. Las aplicaciones son aceptadas durante todo el año.

La dirección de la oficina: 607 East Eleventh Street, Hugoton, Kansas 67951, Teléfono: 620-544-2261 ext 3, Web sites: http://www. ks.nrcs.usda.gov/programs/eqip/ogallala/.

USDA es un proveedor y empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades para todos.

Let’s Talk Cotton Meetings-Northwest Cotton Growers Co-op Gin February 4, 2013 9:30 a.m.

Stevens County Fair Office Building.

February 4, 2013 6:00 p.m.

Haskell County Fairgrounds, Sublette.

February 13, 2013 12:00 p.m. Community Center, Hooker, Ok. There will be discussions of test plots from several companies and K-State Research and Extension, seed representatives will be available to discuss new varieties, and there will be a market update from PCCA. If you’re interested in learning more about cotton, please attend. Please RSVP to Northwest Cotton Growers at 1-866-534-NWCG or 620-5982008.

Sorghum Schools Scheduled at Six Locations in February Sorghum production will be the focus of six in-depth Sorghum Schools in various locations around the state. The one-day schools will cover a number of issues facing sorghum growers: sorghum for risk management; importance of sorghum for the ethanol industry; sorghum irrigation management; weed control strategies; and planting, fertility, insect, and management.

The schools, sponsored by the Kansas Grain Sorghum Commission and the United Sorghum Checkoff Program, and supported by Bayer CropScience and KFRM 550 AM Radio, each begin with registration at 9:00 a.m. The program starts at 9:30 a.m. Lunch is included at each location.

The program will wrap up by mid-afternoon.

Dates and locations include: February 5 – Salina – Saline County Fairgrounds 4-H Building; February 6 – Greensburg – Kiowa County Fairgrounds, 720 North Bay Street; February 7 – Hillsboro – United Methodist Church, 905 East D Street; February 12 – Oakley – Northwest Kansas Educational Service Center, 703 West 2nd Street; February 13 – Tribune – Greeley County Fairgrounds 4H Building; February 14 – Ulysses – Grant County Civic Center, Lawson Room, 1000 West Patterson.

Certification credits have been applied for: • CCA credits: 2 Crop Management, 2 IPM, 1 Nutrient Management, 1 Water Management, and 0.5 Professional Development • Commercial Applicator Recertification Credits: 2 Participants are asked to register for the sorghum school of their choosing by the Monday before the school they plan to attend, either by contacting their local K-State Research and Extension office or online at: http://2013sorghum schools.eventbrite.com.

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MOSCOW NEWS

By Sara Cross

Everyone’s favorite teacher Cory Bixler applies some Chapstick as he puckers up to kiss the baby pig. Cory was honored as the lucky teacher whose money jar was filled by students.

Friday night was Moscow’s Homecoming against Fellowship Baptist. Moscow scored a win for the boys and girls to start a great night off. The Homecoming Court, pictured at left, are, back row, left to right: Easton Bohl, Mathew Pearson, Homecoming King Ethan Owens, Rigo Bustilio and Aldo Enns; second row Paloma Moran, Maria Cecenes, Homecoming Queen Ashley Smith, Kendra Haines and Kaitlyn Dobie. In the front row are Tristian Enns, Marie Flores and Eli Penrod.

Above right: Eli Penrod patiently waits to present this basketball to the Homecoming King Friday night.

Above left are Homecoming King and Queen Ethan Owens and Ashley Smith.

Photos courtesy of Marcie Knoll.

Ground Hog Supper is Saturday Moscow Methodist Church will be having their annual Ground Hog Supper February 2 at the church from 5:00-7:00 p.m. The Moscow Baptist Church "Hillbilly Praise Band" will be there to provide some great music from 5:30-6:30 p.m. while you enjoy an awesome meal which will consist of sausage, tenderloin, liver and onions, ribs, BBQ pork, sauerkraut and pork, mashed potatoes, cole slaw, sausage and gravy, biscuits, baked beans, and homemade pies.

Come on out and enjoy some wonderful food and fellowship.

Come and Go Baby Shower is scheduled There will be a come and go baby shower Saturday, February 2 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. for Paige Williams and Chris Pearson at the Moscow Senior Center. Please come and celebrate the future arrival of Macy Marie Pearson.

She is expected to make her arrival February 19.

Little Cats Cheer Day is February 9 Moscow High school cheerleaders will be having a "Little Cats Cheer Day" February 9 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. For more information please contact Velvet White at 598-2224.

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Teacher Mr. Bixler kisses the pig! All the money raised was donated to his “golf fund.”

Cory Bixler kisses the pig The cheerleaders put together a contest last week. A jar was put in each of the junior high and high school teachers' rooms.

Students brought in money to donate to their favorite teacher’s jar. The teacher with the most money would have to kiss the pig at Friday’s pep rally.

Cher Bohl did her part and brought her cute little pig to the pep rally Friday. The teacher with the most money in their jar Friday got to kiss the pig at the Homecoming pep rally. The winner was announced as Cory Bixler! Congratulations Cory!

The money raised will go to a good cause!

Moscow hosts Spirit Week Moscow schools had "spirit week" January 21-25 for homecoming. The categories for the week were: Monday–twin dress up day

Tuesday–collage sports day; Wednesday–pajama day; Thursday–Duck Dynasty day; and Friday–Black and Gold day.

If you would like to put something in the paper regarding the Moscow community please contact Sara Cross at 544-3850.

Moscow’s Wildcats basketball team is coached by Bret Harp. The boys are currently 5-7!

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Moscow Lady Wildcats are coached by Shawn Anderson. As of Friday’s Homecoming pep rally they

have a record of 10-3! Go Lady Wildcats!

CONGRATULATIONS to the high school girls for their victory over Deerfield Tuesday, January 22!!

Moscow mourns Rosie Lang The community of Moscow would like to pay tribute to one of the community's strongest and best influential ladies of our town, Miss Rosie Lang. Rosie knew no stranger and never hesitated to lend a helping hand. She was not only a member of Moscow Baptist Church for many years but played a huge role within the community. I believe if you said the name

Rosie to the young people of Moscow, every single one of them would know exactly who you were talking about.

We are very thankful for all the different services and ministry's she has performed over the years. We love you, Miss Rosie, and you will be missed by all.

The full obituary appears on page two of this issue.

Sara Cross will be offering a "Weight loss support/ Lifestyle change group" starting February 4th cost is five dollars a week and we will meet once a week at 6 pm in the Moscow Recreation building.

I will provide a new, fun Healthy snack each week. The goal of the class is to provide/ share healthy recipes with one another, allow you to talk about achievements/ disappointments, ask questions of myself and each other to aide in your journey of weight loss or maintenance. Most important to me is to just plain SUPPORT, ENCOURAGE AND INPOWER each other as women to be confident and healthy.

Please contact Sara Cross for any additional information 544-3850 you can call or text anytime.

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Rebecca Sohm graduates OPU summa cum laude

ROLLA NEWS

By Mary Courtney

Community Calendar Thursday, January 31 Homecoming Pep Rally; 12:30 p.m.

High School Scholars Bowl Regionals; 3:00 p.m.

Saturday, February 2 Rolla Booster Club silent auction at the Homecoming basketball game.

Basketball games will begin an hour early JV Boys at 3:30 p.m.; Girls' Varsity at 5:00 p.m.

(Retirement Recognition for Cheryl Archuleta between Varsity games) 6:30 p.m. Varsity Boys Coronation will take place at half time of the boys game, about 7:00 p.m.

Monday, February 4 Rolla High School junior class selling roses for Valentine's Day. Order forms can be picked up at the high school and elementary offices. Colors will be assorted, no specification available. Orders are due and must be paid for by February 4 at 1:00 p.m. or your flowers will not be ordered. Delivery will be February 14.

Saturday, February 16 Bridal Shower for Anne Behan at the Hugoton Christian Church; 1:30 p.m.

Sunday, February 17 SWAT’s annual chicken and noodle dinner at the Rolla United Methodist Church.

Rolla Doctors Office 415 Washington St., Rolla, KS 620-593-4242 Office Hours 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Monday to Friday Dominador Perido, M.D. General Surgery Office Hours 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Monday

Haley McCammon, PA-C Office Hours 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Tuesday

Manuel Caga-anan, M.D. Internal Medicine Office Hours 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Thursday

Steven Samii, MD, MHA Internal Medicine Office Hours 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday

Lori Harriman, ARNP Office Hours 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Friday

Supported and Sponsored by Morton County Health System Elkhart, KS

Rebecca Diane Sohm of Rolla graduated summa cum laude from Oklahoma Panhandle State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education December 13, 2012.

SWAT offering Chicken Noodle dinner Sunday Rolla students were escorted to the Governor’s office for recognition and pictures. Left to right are Senator Garrett Love, Chandler Hud-

dleston, Taylor Cameron, Governor Sam Brownback, Garry Norton, Senator Larry Powell and Chandler Burrows.

Four members of Rolla Scholars’ Bowl Team honored Four members of the Rolla High School scholars’ bowl team were honored in Topeka Thursday. Senator Garrett Love sponsored the students by presenting them to the Senate. Senator Love spoke to the members of the legislature, telling them about the great records Rolla has accumulated, creating laughter when discussing his losses to Rolla. He concluded with, “There is a scholars’ bowl dynasty in Kansas, and it is the Rolla Pirates.” The entire Senate stood and applauded the team.

Friday morning, Senator Love escorted the team to the Governor’s office for recognition and pictures. Senator Larry Powell followed the team and offered his congratulations as well. After the session with the Governor, Love took the team into a conference room where he visited with each student about their goals and dreams and how to achieve them.

He then called the Supreme Court and made arrangements for a tour of that building.

Prior to going to the Supreme Court, the students were entertained by Larry Wills, the singing tour guide of the Kansas Capital.

His vast knowledge of the building, its artwork, and its legends make his tours Oscar quality.

Mr. Wills sings songs of the settlement, cattle drives, and war periods in Kansas as he describes the murals in the rotunda.

At the Supreme Court building, the team was given historical background about the original setting in the capital building, and how the Chief Justice insisted that history be continued when the new building went up in 1977. The capital was built 300 feet from the street, and the Supreme Court building is 300 feet from the street. Visitors are greeted by a massive sculpture in the atrium of the Supreme Court. The fountains in front, three of equal height, represent the three branches of government. After the tour downstairs, the students were taken to the office of Chief Justice Lawton Nuss. His administrative assistant showed and described the historic furnishings in his office.

She told about the different paths that are taken to work in a position at the Supreme Court.

Chief Justice Nuss’s research attorney also visited with the students about the importance of writing in a legal profession.

After these amazing experiences, the students got down to business. The Pirate team was in Topeka to compete in Quest, a tournament that includes schools from 1A-6A. In order to play in the television rounds, a team must be one of the top sixteen scorers in the preliminary round. The first team Rolla faced was Topeka-Hayden, last year’s fourth place winner in 4A competition in the state tournament.

Hayden High School found what it was like to be run over by a steam roller. The final score was Rolla 360, Hayden 210.

Their next opponent was Washburn Rural, a five-time 6A state scholars’ bowl champion.

Washburn Rural also scored the highest amount of points of all seventy teams who began the Quest competition. That team jumped out to a quick lead, but

the Pirates caught up. A slight error in an answer prevented the Rolla squad from earning 40 points, and the Washburn Rural team took advantage and won those points. That was the difference in the match and the team from Topeka won that round.

Rolla scholars’ bowl teams have won more State championships than any team of any size in the state of Kansas. This

week, the students will compete in regionals for a chance to advance to another State meet.

Those attending the events in Topeka were Taylor Cameron, Chandler Huddleston, Chandler Burrows and Garry Norton.

They will be joined by teammates John Glave and Kori Hall at the regional competition. Kris Hall is the head coach of the Rolla Pirates, and she is assisted by Mary Courtney.

At Quest: Garry Norton, Chandler Huddleston, Taylor Cameron and Chandler Burrows were honored in Topeka as members of the Rolla High School scholars’ bowl team.

Rolla's interdenominational youth group, SWAT, will be hosting their annual chicken noodle dinner Sunday, February 17 at the Rolla United Methodist Church fellowship hall.

SWAT does mission work throughout locally and globally, and their chicken noodle dinner is the primary fund-raiser. Please come to this meal and support these young people. A free-will donation will be accepted.

Homecoming games planned to start earlier this weekend The homecoming basketball games will start an hour earlier than usual Saturday.

The junior varsity game starts at 3:30 p.m. with the high school girls' varsity game at 5:00 p.m. There will be a retirement recognition for Cheyrl Archuleta between the girls’ and boys’ games.

The coronation of the king and queen will be at half-time of the boys' game. The junior class will be serving ovenfried chicken, potato casserole, vegetable, roll, dessert, and tea or water for a small charge.

JD Robson takes fourth at Salina JD Robson traveled to Salina with the Garden City wrestling team Saturday. It was a huge tournament with wrestlers from 35 states. In the eighty-two pound weight class, JD placed fourth. Next week JD will face more competition in Wichita.

JD Robson - in the white uniform - wrestles his heart out at the Salina Wrestling Tournament last weekend. JD took fourth in the eighty-two pound weight class.

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With the help of Jamie Milburn, and delicious cakes made by Shawn Schwindt, Anne Behan prepared a surprise reception for her fiancé, Jon Schnable. Jon was named 1A District 8 Coach of the Year for football. Jon's team also earned honors and was a part of the celebration. Pictured are Alejandro Silva, Robbie Munn, Kyler Telford, Jon Schnable, Obie Telford, Dakota Hull, Lupe Garcia and Jordan Schwindt.

We’re still the one.

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Thursday, January 31, 2013

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History From The Hermes Compiled by Ruthie Winget Thursday, February 7, 2008 Raylynn Sittingdown and Manuel Bustillos won gold awards at the Western Kansas

Scholastic Art Competition this year. They now qualify to travel to New York to display their award-winning entries.

ESTABLISH SPEED CHECK—Because of increasing complaints from Hugoton residents about speeders, law enforcement officers established the first in a series of stop watch speed checks Tuesday afternoon. Shown watching Sheriff E.L. “Slim” Thornberry paint a white line at one end of a 110-foot measured course in front of the high school are C.C. Reynolds- high school principal, County Judge J.B. Porter, who checked the accuracy of the course, and City Marshal Art Baker. Officers anywhere within view of both ends of the course can check the

Thursday, February 6, 2003 Linda Stalcup is the interim Chief Executive Officer at the

speed of cars by stop watch. More checking lanes will be established at various points throughout the city. Officers pointed out the system will be the basis for prosecution for speeding charges and that on conviction of speeding, clipping a tab from the driver’s license is mandatory. The system gives the driver a few miles an hour advantage, but eliminates the difficulty of clocking speeders with a car, besides giving the advantage of surprise. From the February 5, 1953, issue of The Hugoton Hermes.

Stevens County Hospital, taking the place of CEO Deryl Gulliford.

The new Chief Finance Officer is Dave Piper.

Thursday, February 4, 1993 Hugoton’s own Randy Greenwood has sold his epic Civil War book to TOR Publishing. His 900 page book will be divided into three separate volumes tentatively titled “Burn, Missouri Burn,” “Kansas, Bloody Kansas,” and “Die, Quantrill Die.” The first edition is expected to be out in 1994.

Lawrence and Joyce Wallace are celebrating their fortieth wedding anniversary. They were married February 14, 1953 in Brush, Co. Thursday, February 3, 1983 Candidates for the 1983 Hugoton Winter Festival Queen are Nicole Jessup, Marcy Leeper and Pam French. Attendants will be Stephanie Mills, Tricia Stegman and Sheila Weaver.

Thursday, February 8, 1973 Dr. and Mrs. Dale Lairmore attended the MidWinter Forum of the American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary at Lawrence.

Thursday, February 7, 1963 The temperature January 27, 1963 was -4° and one week later Friday, it was 88°. No wonder everyone is experiencing the sniffles.

Richard Hoskinson, aviation ordinance airman, and Donald M. Ertz, seaman, are serving aboard the attack aircraft carrier USS Ranger, which recently visited the Phillipines.

“Wear Red Friday” supports American Heart Association February is American Heart Month, drawing attention to heart disease, America’s number one killer, and the strides being taken through research and education to raise awareness of risk factors and to decrease death rates. Appropriately kicked off during National Wear Red Day Friday, February 1, the American Heart Association and its Go Red For Women movement urge everyone to support the fight against heart disease in women by wearing red Friday, February 1 – National Wear Red Day. REASONS TO BELIEVE 1. February 1: In recognition of the Tenth National Wear Red Day February 1, 2013, Go Red For Women asks that across America, Women Go Red. In the past, you have proudly worn red. But this February, do more than that.

Make sure every landmark, every Main Street, every organization and home in America goes red.

Turn America red to shine a spotlight on heart disease in women.

2. Heart disease is still the nation’s number one killer – it affects more women than men and is more deadly than all forms of cancer combined. But the strength of mothers, sisters, daughters and friends fighting side by side is more powerful than any killer. It’s time to shout louder, stand stronger and demand change.

3. Stroke is the number four killer and a leading cause of disability in the United States. Each year, about 795,000 Americans have a new or repeat stroke (one every 40 seconds).

4. Since 1984, more women than men have died each year from heart disease and the gap between men and women’s survival continues to widen.

5. African-American women are disproportionately affected by heart disease and its risk factors.

Like other ethnic groups, they

also confront barriers to diagnosis, disparities in care and poorer health outcomes than their Caucasian counterparts. Learn more at www.GoRed ForWomen.org.

6. An estimated 43 million women in the U.S. are affected by heart disease, yet only one in five American women believes that heart disease is her greatest health threat.

7. While one in 31 American women dies from breast cancer each year, one in three dies of cardiovascular disease.

8. If you or someone you know shows signs of heart attack or stroke, call 9-1-1 right away. An Emergency Medical Services (EMS) team can begin treatment when it arrives. That means treatment can begin sooner than it would if the patient arrived at the hospital by car. What's more, the EMS team is also trained to revive someone whose heart has stopped, which saves hundreds of lives each year.

9. If you’re a survivor, you can share your experiences with heart disease and provide support to another woman. Learn more about the Go Red Heart Match program at www.GoRedFor Women.org.

10. Ninety percent of women have one or more risk factors for developing heart disease.

11. Heart disease can be prevented. In fact, research shows 80 percent of cardiac events in women may be prevented if women make the right choices for their hearts, involving diet, exercise and abstinence from smoking. You can make changes to help stop heart disease by knowing your number, visiting your doctor once a year, getting 30 minutes of exercise daily, quitting smoking and eating healthy.

12. Only 43 percent of African American women and 44 percent of Hispanic women know heart disease is their greatest health

risk, compared with 60 percent of white women.

13. What steps are you taking to improve your heart health? Are you trying to exercise more, eat better or get more sleep? No matter what it is, every little bit helps, so stick with it. Learn the steps the American Heart Association is taking to fight for your heart health and join us in our efforts at www.YoureThe Cure.org 14. Too many lives have been and will be cut short from heart disease and its risk factors; however, early detection, lifestyle changes, and other intervention can improve certain conditions.

15. Fewer than one percent of all Americans are in ideal cardiovascular health as defined by the American Heart Association, yet 39% of Americans believe they are in ideal health.

16. To start eating healthier, consider planning meals in advance – visit www.heart.org for recipes from a number of heart-healthy cookbooks and use the online grocery list builder to quickly identify heart-healthy products to add to your grocery list.

17. In women, heart disease is too often a silent killer - less than a third of women in a recent survey reported any early warning signs such as chest pain or discomfort before a heart attack, compared with most men.

18. Cardiovascular disease is our nation’s most costly illness, accounting for $298 billion in direct and indirect costs each year.

This cost is projected to exceed $1 trillion by 2030.

19. You can learn where you stand on the road to good health in just seven simple steps: physical activity, weight management, healthy eating, not smoking, blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose. Get your personal health score and action plan at www.mylifecheck.org.

20. Only slightly more than half of women are likely to call 911 if

WANTED: TEACHERS WHO MAKE A DIFFERENCE Once again USD 210 Hugoton School District has the opportunity to recognize excellent teachers. As part of the Kansas Teacher of the Year program sponsored by the Kansas State Department of Education, we are invited to nominate one elementary and one secondary teacher to represent our district in the selection of the 2014 Kansas Teacher of the Year.

USD 210 employs many worthy teachers. Please take a few moments from your busy schedule to write a brief letter describing the contributions a classroom teacher is making in your child’s life and/or in the life of our educational community. (This teacher must be currently employed as a full-time classroom teacher at USD 210.)

Each teacher nominated will be invited to complete an abbreviated application for Kansas Teacher of the Year.

From these applications a local selection committee will name one elementary and one secondary teacher to represent our district in competition for the 2014 Kansas Teacher of the Year.

Address your letter to: 2014 Kansas Teacher of the Year USD 210 205 E. 6th Street Hugoton, KS 67951 You may email your letter to lcamacho@usd210.org Deadline for receiving nominations is February 25, 2013.

Questions may be directed to Lupe Camacho at USD 210 Central Office 544-4397.

experiencing symptoms. And yet, 79 percent of women said that they would call 911 if someone else was having a heart attack.

21. One of the best ways to reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease is to start getting regular, moderate exercise, at least 30 minutes a day, most days of the week.

22. Some heart attacks are sudden and intense, causing someone to gasp dramatically, clutch their heart and drop to the ground. No one has any doubts about what's happening. But most heart attacks start slowly, with mild pain or discomfort.

Often the people affected aren't sure what's wrong and wait too long before getting help.

23. American Heart Association funds are used for critical lifesaving research and education.

American Heart Association funded nationwide has led to advances such as CPR, life-extending drugs, pacemakers, bypass surgery, the heart-lung machine and surgical techniques to repair heart defects.

24. By adding one hour of regular, vigorous physical activity, adults may gain up to two hours of life expectancy. Start thinking about your heart by including more physical activity into your daily routine. Take a walk, ride a bike or take the stairs.

25. The American Heart Association is second only to the federal government as a source of funding for cardiovascular and stroke research.

26. During a heart checkup, your doctor takes a careful look at your "numbers," including your cholesterol and triglyceride levels, your blood pressure and more.

Knowing your numbers is an important part of keeping your heart-healthy. It can help you and your doctor know your risks and mark the progress you're making toward a healthier you.

27. Smoking is the single most preventable cause of death in the United States. If you smoke cigarettes - or cigars - you have a higher risk of illness and death from heart attack, stroke and other diseases. So if you don't smoke, don’t start. If you do smoke, love your heart and quit today. Need more motivation?

Visit heart.org for help quitting smoking.

28. Uncovering family history can help you to better understand your risk for heart disease. If you have a blood relative with heart disease or a risk factor for genetic heart disease, your risk for developing it significantly increases.

Thursday, February 5, 1953 Circle #2 women’s club met at the home of Norma Wheaton. A hankerchief shower was given for Mrs. Claire Sorensen who will be leaving Hugoton soon.

Friday, February 5, 1943 A revision in the ceiling price of milk for Stevens County has been ordered issued by South-

west Registry OPA Office. The new revision announced by the local War Price and Rationing states: Gallon-44¢, half gallon23¢, quart-12¢, and pint-6¢.

If any readers have pictures for the history page of the Hermes, please bring them in to Ruthie Winget at The Hugoton Hermes.

Hugoton Recreation Commission

1st & 2nd Grade Girls’ Basketball Clinic Clinic will meet

Monday, February 4thThursday, February 7th 3:45 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

at Hugoton Recreation Gym Sign up @HRC offices, 211 S. Madison.

January 23th through February 4th Cost $5

NOTICE All Dog Taxes Are Due And Payable At The Office of The City Clerk From And After January 1 Of Each Year Through February Without Penalty.

A certificate from a licensed veterinarian showing that the dog has been vaccinated or inoculated with a recognized rabies vaccine which shall be effective for the entire period for which the tax is paid must be presented at the time of securing the license.

Penalty At The Rate Of 50¢ Per Month Beginning March 1.

Male/Spayed Female - $100 • Unspayed Females - $250

THE CITY OF HUGOTON

**Free Daily Hugoton Delivery** Same Day Delivery Even on Saturdays ***Independently owned and operated

by Brett and Holli Horyna***

Phone 620-624-4065

Hours Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

1033 N. Kansas Avenue in Liberal

Stevens County Hospital

Specialty Clinics Scheduled for February 2013 Dr. Frankum Dr. Plomaritis Dr. Farhoud Michelle Gooch Dr. Ansari Dr. Brown Dr. Frankum Dr. Plomaritis Dr. Farhoud Michelle Gooch Dr. Ansari Dr. DeCardenas

General Surgeon Orthopedics Cardiology Dietician Orthopedics Podiatry General Surgeon Orthopedics Cardiology Dietician Orthopedics Ear, Nose, & Throat

Fri. Mon. Tue. Thu. Mon. Thu. Fri. Mon. Tue. Thu. Mon. Wed.

2/1 2/4 2/5 2/7 2/11 2/14 2/15 2/18 2/19 2/21 2/25 2/27

For appointments with: Dr. Ansari 624-6222; Dr. Brown 544-8339; Dr. DeCardenas 275-3070; Dr. Farhoud 1-877-449-1560; Dr. Plomaritis 275-30-30; Michelle Lock-Gooch 544-8339; Dr. Frankum 544-8339 For all other appointments please call 544-8339 or 544-6160.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

(First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, January 17, 2013) 3t STATE OF COUNTY, ss

KANSAS,

STEVENS

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ELLINOR COX, DECEASED Case No. 13PR2 NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR PROBATE OF WILL AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS (Chapter 59) THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified a petition has been filed on January 10, 2013, in this Court, by Judy Hamlin, as one of the heirs, legatees and devisees of the will and estate of Ellinor Cox, deceased, praying for admission to probate of the Last Will and Testament of Ellinor Cox, dated August 10, 2007, which will is filed with the petition, and for the ap-

pointment of Judy Hamlin, 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 8th day of February, 2013, 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.

Judy Hamlin, Petitioner KRAMER, NORDLING & NORDLING, LLC 209 East Sixth Hugoton, Kansas 67951 Attorneys for Petitioner Telephone: (620) 544-4333

Solution to January 24, 2013 puzzle

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 HELPERS URGENT: NEEDED. Morning or night.

Call Edna 544-2229. Call & talk to me right away if possible.

(2c4) --------------HELP WANTED: Delivery person to deliver Meals on Wheels and other duties.

Apply at Senior Center, 624 S. Main.

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Southwest family steakhouse is seeking Part-time evening waitresses.

Must be reliable and able to work Friday & Saturday nights. Clean background check required for employment.

Call 544-7066 to apply (2c5)

Good Pay, Great Benefits Bartlett Grain LP has year-round opportunities. We are looking for a hard working Yard Laborer.

You will be involved in both fertilizer and grain operations. Ideal candidate has ag background and CDL. HAZMAT preferred.

Bartlett offers competitive wages along with GREAT BENEFITS: Health and life ins. premiums paid 100% for employee, dental, vision, 401k w/company match, profit sharing, paid vacation & more.

Apply in person or send resume

Bartlett Grain Company, L.P. Highway 56 Moscow, KS 67952 Fax 816-753-1775 jobs@bartlett-grain.com EOE/AA/D/V/ Drug Screen/ Background Checks

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS In the Matter of the Marriage of Rosalinda Chavez and Juan Carlos Chavez Case No. 12-PM-62

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Divorce was filed in the District Court of Stevens County, Kansas asking that the person filing the divorce be granted a divorce and asking that the court make other orders in that divorce matter. You must file an answer to the Petition for Divorce with the court and provide a copy to the filing spouse on or before March 1, 2013, which shall not be less than 41 days after first publication of this Notice of Suit, or the court will enter judgment against you on that Petition.

NOTICE OF SUIT /s/ Rosalinda Chavez 516 W 8th St Hugoton, Ks 67951 (620) 309-0292

The State of Kansas to Juan Carlos Chavez: You are notified that a Petition for

PUBLIC NOTICE

(First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, January 24, 2013) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS

Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for HSI Asset Securitization Corporation Trust 2005-OPT1, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-OPT1 Plaintiff, vs.

Brett J Crawford AKA Brett Crawford AKA Brett Jackson Crawford, et al., Defendants.

Case No. 12CV6 K.S.A. 60 Mortgage Foreclosure (Title to Real Estate Involved) NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Under and by virtue of an Order of Sale issued by the Clerk of the District Court in and for the said County of Stevens, State of Kansas, in a certain cause in said Court Numbered 12CV6, wherein the parties above named were respec-

tively plaintiff and defendant, and to me, the undersigned Sheriff of said County, directed, I will offer for sale at public auction and sell to the highest bidder for cash in hand at 10:00 AM, on 02/21/2013, at the front door of Stevens County Courthouse, the following described real estate located in the County of Stevens, State of Kansas, to wit: LOT EIGHT (8), BLOCK TWO (2) OF SPIKES FIFTH AVENUE ADDITION TO THE CITY OF HUGOTON, STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS.

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS CIVIL DEPARTMENT U.S. Bank National Association Plaintiff, vs.

Charles R Holt aka Charles Holt, Melissa G Holt, Jane Doe, John Doe, and Aqua Finance, Inc., et al., Defendants Case No. 13CV2 Court No. Title to Real Estate Involved Pursuant to K.S.A. §60

Respectfully Submitted, By: _________________________________ Shawn Scharenborg, KS # 24542 Sara Knittel, KS # 23624 Kelli N. Breer, KS # 17851 Kozeny & McCubbin, L.C. (St. Louis Office) 12400 Olive Blvd., Suite 555 St. Louis, MO 63141 Phone: (314) 991-0255 Fax: (314) 567-8006 Email: sscharenborg@km-law.com Attorney for Plaintiff

been filed in the District Court of Stevens County, Kansas by U.S. Bank National Association, praying for foreclosure of certain real property legally described as follows: SURFACE AND SURFACE RIGHTS ONLY IN AND TO: LOT ONE (1) AND THE NORTH HALF (N/2) OF LOT TWO (2), IN BLOCK SEVENTYTHREE (73), CITY OF HUGOTON, STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS. Tax ID No. 1351603013011 for a judgment against defendants and any other interested parties and, unless otherwise served by personal or mail service of summons, the time in which you have to plead to the Petition for Foreclosure in the District Court of Stevens County Kansas will expire on March 7, 2013. If you fail to plead, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the request of plaintiff.

NOTICE OF SUIT STATE OF KANSAS to the above named Defendants and The Unknown Heirs, executors, devisees, trustees, creditors, and assigns of any deceased defendants; the unknown spouses of any defendants; the unknown officers, successors, trustees, creditors and assigns of any defendants that are existing, dissolved or dormant corporations; the unknown executors, administrators, devisees, trustees, creditors, successors and assigns of any defendants that are or were partners or in partnership; and the unknown guardians, conservators and trustees of any defendants that are minors or are under any legal disability and all other person who are or may be concerned: YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that a Petition for Mortgage Foreclosure has

620-544-2027

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CURRENT OPENINGS AT STEVENS COUNTY HOSPITAL, MEDICAL CLINIC AND PIONEER MANOR NURSING HOME Stevens County Healthcare is searching for Full-time RNs, LPNs and CMAs to work at Pioneer Manor Nursing Home. These positions are for the night shift (6 pm - 6 am). Interested candidates must be certified with a Kansas license to be eligible for these positions. We offer excellent benefits and competitive wages. Interested candidates contact Robyn Medina in Human Resources at 620-544-8511 or pick up application. (4c3) Stevens County Healthcare is searching for Full-time, Parttime and PRN RNs or LPNs to work on the Med/Surg floor. These positions are for night shift (7 pm - 7 am). All candidates must have a Kansas RN/LPN license to be eligible. We are also searching for PRN CNAs to work as needed. All candidates must have a Kansas CNA license to be eligible. We offer outstanding benefits, competitive wages, sign-on bonus for Full-time and Part-time RNs/LPNs and mileage reimbursement to RNs or LPNs that live 15 miles or more outside of Stevens County. Please contact Human Resources with any questions or pick up an application from the Information Desk located by the Medical Clinic (620)544-8511.

(4c3) Stevens County Healthcare is searching for Full-time and PRN CNAs to work the night shift at Pioneer Manor Nursing Home from 6 pm - 6 am. All interested candidates must have a Kansas CNA license to be eligible. We offer excellent benefits and competitive wages.

Applications may be picked up from the Information Desk by the Medical Clinic. For more information you may contact Human Resources (620)544-8511.

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SHERIFF OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS

PUBLIC NOTICE

(First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, January 24, 2013) 3t

CDL Required. Full Benefits Package

Call 866-840-2066

PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, January 17, 2013) 3t

NEEDED IMMEDIATELY Yard Maintenance/Deliveries Tri-Rotor Crop Services

MILLSAP & SINGER, LLC By: _______________________________ Jennifer L. Michaels, #24256 jmichaels@msfirm.com Chad R. Doornink, #23536 cdoornink@msfirm.com Jeremy M. Hart, #20886 jhart@msfirm.com 11460 Tomahawk Creek Parkway, Suite 300 Leawood, KS 66211 (913) 339-9132 (913) 339-9045 (fax) ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF MILLSAP & SINGER, LLC AS ATTORNEYS FOR U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

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Occidental Petroleum Corporation (NYSE: OXY) is an international oil and gas exploration and production company, and its OxyChem subsidiary is a major North American chemical manufacturer. We are one of the largest U.S. oil and gas companies, based on equity market capitalization, with more than 40,000 employees and contractors worldwide.

Production Tech Elkhart, KS

This position is responsible for oil and gas well operations, well testing, operating and maintaining field equipment and facilities, surveillance of general field operations and maintenance of various databases regarding production and operations. Non-scheduled call-outs outside normal business hours can be expected. Types of wells include flowing, beam pump (with electronic pump-off controller), plunger lift, water injection and water disposal. Types of facilities include production tank batteries, flowlines, LACT (lease automatic custody transfer) facilities, water injection plants, natural gas compression, cathodic protection and metering devices (electronic gas measurement & others). Job is to be performed employing safe work practices while utilizing acceptable environmental procedures to maximize earnings while minimizing costs on assigned oil and gas producing properties.

Must have valid driverʼs license and an excellent driving record.

Must be able to respond to call-outs, weekend coverage, and company travel when required.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

(First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, January 17, 2013) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DELORES WILLIAMS, Deceased.

Case No. 13-PR-1 NOTICE OF HEARING AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED:

You are hereby notified that a Petition was filed in this Court by Benjamin D. Sherber, an agent for the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Division of Health Care Finance, a cred-

itor of Delores Williams, deceased, praying that Grant C. Shellenberger be appointed as administrator and that he be granted Letters of Administration.

You are required to file your written defenses thereto on or before February 8, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. of such day, in this Court, in the City of Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard.

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

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

Grant C. Shellenberger, SC # 17184 Attorney for Petitioner

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FOR SALE FOR SALE: 2003 Franklin 5th wheel, 42’ long triple axle with triple slide. Excellent condition, shedded in the winter. Central H/A, new tires, washer/dryer, dishwasher, Queen size bed, custom built storage. $20,000.

For pictures and information, call Del at 580-652-2331.

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FIREWOOD FOR SALE

Oak, Piñon, Mesquite, Pecan & More Delivery & stacking available Call DJ @ 620-430-1273 Days 620-428-6127 Evenings (tfc)

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

mesquite firewood for sale Contact Megan at

580-461-2781(2p5)

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217 N Jackson- Nice Brick Ranch, 3 bed/3 902 S. Harrison - Move in ready!!! 2 bed/1 b, full basement, fpl, fence, workshop...much, b, beautiful kitchen, wood floors and carpet, deck, paved patio, fence, cen H/A!! Great much more!! Call today!! starter home!! Call for appt!!

CAMPER FOR SALE

2003 Coleman Caravan 26 ft. pull camper

$11, $9,9495 OBO95

2 slideouts, electric jack, queen size bed, good condition, lg bathroom w/ tub & shower, microwave, refrigerator, stove, air conditioner, 2 new spare tires

SOLD 2340 Road 20, Moscow - Beautiful Arkansas stone home, 4 bd/3 b, cen H/A, fpl, fin bsmt, 40 x 70 shop, much, much more!!

All on 6+ acres! Call today for appt!!

ACCEPTING SEALED BIDS FOR SALE, BY SEALED BID, AS IS: 1995 Chevy 1500 Silverado pickup, white in color. 4x4, P/B, A/C, P/W, P/L, 101,464 miles. Vehicle can be seen at the Hugoton Police Department at 405 E. Fourth. Bids will be accepted until 03/11/13. Sealed bids can be delivered to City Clerk Tom Hicks at 631 S. Main. For information about the vehicle, call Courtney Leslie at 544-4959.

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UPCOMING AUCTION LARGE ANTIQUE AUCTION: Toy Tractors, Trucks, Cars, Lots of Silver Coins, Indian Artifacts, Belt Buckles, 1974 Hesston, Lots of Antiques. Saturday, February 9, Ulysses, Ks. See net kscb news.net. Auctioneer Jim Cunningham. 620-360-0249.

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904 S. Trindle St. - This nice ranch style home contains 2 living areas, updated kitchen, modern colors, enlarged deck, new fence and a bonus room with many possibilities. The living room and hall carpet will be replaced and some new guttering will be installed. Roof has new Heritage Shingles March 2012.

Lots in Spikes Addition 504 S. Wildcat Ct. 617 E. 4th

712 E. 5th St.

(620) 428-1042 CELLULAR

1111 S Jefferson- 3 bed/1 b, cen H/A, fence, carport, storage bldg. Call for details!!

Gas company pays up to 20,000 KW of electric usage per year.

848 Road G. - This all electric 2 story home with 5 bedrooms comes with 6 acres of land and 2 new heating and air conditioning systems. $145,000.00 Additional acreage available. Call today!

KIWAN IS AUC TION March 29 & 30, 2013 Turn in your consignments to: Walter McClure 544-8445, Ron Brewer 544-8985 or any other Hugoton Kiwanis Club Member (tfc2)

THANK YOU Thank you to our family, friends and community for your love, prayers and concern while Jim was ill and recuperating.

Jim and Lynne Fink Hugoton THANK YOU I would like to thank the Stevens County Hospital for my care this past month. I was very pleased with my care during my illness. I also want to thank everyone for remembering me on my birthday with cards, flowers and gifts. A special thank you to the Settlemeyers for their many visits and flowers. Your friendships are muchly appreciated with love.

Irene Nix THANK YOU DAY 55 We would like to thank everyone for the support, kindness and love.

From the food, donations, flowers, gifts, thoughts and continued prayers!

It’s a true blessing to know that Randall Karlin was loved, and will be missed forever. Thanks again for everything The Karlin Family

(620) 624-1212 BUSINESS

915 S. Jackson - 2 Bed/2 bath, partial bsmt, 45 x 24 Morton bldg, fence, cent H/A. Call for showing!!

1029 S. Van Buren- Ranch, 2 bed/1 b, fpl, att garage, storage shed. Call to set up a showing!!

Are you looking for a NEW HOME? HOME Ace 4 homes Guymon, Ok. has YOUR home.

New, experienced, modular, service parts or anything to do with manufactured homes - We Can Do It!

SOLD

801 S. Main Street - Price Reduced!! 3 bed/2 bath, cen H/A, fence, oversized garage, fpl, lots of storage. Call for details!!

Now see these and other SW. Kansas properties at www.hugotonhomes.com

MANUFACTURED HOMES 928 S. Jackson - Frame, 2 bed/2 b., lg family rm, basement, cen H/A. Call for details!

Call TODAY! We have 40+ years of experience.

CALL NOW 580-338-8553 806-339-2790 Alex Cell

20579 Road D, Moscow, KS - Reduced Price! Completely remodeled and renovated 2bd/1b home with 5 acres! $40,000!!

Feature Of The Week

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FOR SALE BY OWNER FOR SALE BY OWNER Red Price

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352 Spotswood, Richfield- Ranch, 3 bed/1 b, cen heat, 150 x 300 lot. Good entry level/investment property! $38,000...Call for details!! Sellers are motivated!!

603 Fifth Street in Rolla

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

(tfc21)

Very well-built, beautiful brick home.

4 bedrooms, 2 baths, office, bonus room, full finished basement with huge storeroom, fenced patio, oversized 2car garage, underground sprinkler.

620-544-5499 or 620-428-2929

Karen Yoder- 544-4161 or Cellphone 544-3730 Chance Yoder - Salesperson Agricultural Land Residential & Commercial Specialist

Karen Yoder

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

Chance Yoder

FOR RENT FOR RENT: 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments. Furnished or unfurnished. Bills included, washer and dryer, and cable. Call 544-2232. (tfc) --------------HOUSE FOR RENT: Main floor = 2 bedrooms/1 bath; Basement = 4 rooms & shower. Large fenced backyard, 2 car garage. Contact 544-4551 or 544-1765. (tfc5) ---------------

WANTED

THANK YOU THANK YOU I would like to thank Dr. Sam & Greg, all the RNs, LPNs, and CNAs that took care of me during my stay at the hospital. I appreciate you all.

Martha Arange

307 N. Kansas, Suite 101 Liberal, KS 67901

darrin.hewitt@fbfs.com

TAKING CONSIGNMENTS

Give us a call!

544-4321

124 S. Jefferson St. - 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath ranch 1505 S. Madison St. - Nice 4 bedroom/2 bath home style home. Home being sold as a short sale. on large corner lot. Very nice layout, 3 car garage with work shop attached to end garage. Bedroom 4 has access to garage. This is a must see.

RACT

101 S. Madison- $2,500 BUYER INCENTIVE!!! 3 bed/2 bath, central H/A, fence, attached garage. storage shed. Call for details!!!

600 S. Jefferson - Price Reduced!! 3 bed/2 bath, cen H/A, fence, 30 x 40 building. Call for details!!

GARAGE SALE: Saturday, February 2, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., 101 E. Fourth in Rolla, Musical Instruments, 2 Violins, Mandolin, Electric Guitar - $150 Each, Tow Bar, Tools, Jackets, Jeans, Boots, Toys, Dolls, Fishing Items, Full Box of Jewelry, Marbles. Phone: 593-4814. Lots of Antiques & Collectibles.

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Looking for a place to live?...a car?...even a pet? There is always something new and exciting waiting to be discovered. So go ahead and glance through our classifieds...you may be surprised!

CT ONTRA

REALTOR® Associate

GARAGE SALE

It’s hard to tell what you’ll find

621 S. Main St. - Downtown business location for sale. Equipment in building is negotiable. Call Darrin for details.

DARRIN HEWITT

CALL 620-544-3069

Consignments are due by March 15 to be included on the sale bill

1501 Road 9 - Very well maintained brick home on 3.7 acres only 3 miles from town. 5 bed/4 bath.

New roof 2010. Hardwood floors & new carpet on main level in 2009. A/C unit and Furnace replaced in 2011. Double oven & microwave new in 2011, refrigerator & dishwasher 2.5 years old.

WANT TO PURCHASE: Minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557, Denver, Co. 80201.

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SERVICES OFFERED SATELLITE TV: Call JAY D’s Satellite for LOCAL service! New installs - upgrades - Dish Moves - Remotes.

Dish and DirecTV 800-952-9634. www.jaydsatellite.com. (tfc48) ---------------

SUPPORT GROUPS PREGNANT? NEED HELP? Call Birthright of Garden City, 620-276-3605 or Birthline of Liberal, 1404 N. Western, 620-626-6763. (tfc3) --------------ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS will help you if you sincerely want to stop drinking. Call 544-8633. (tfc1) ---------------

CELEBRATE RECOVERY every Monday night 6:30 08 p.m. at Assembly of God Fellowship Hall, 138 S. Main. (tfc25)

AL-Anon Family Group

Pioneer Manor Family Support Group

Men & Women of alcoholic family & friends meet at 1405 Cemetery Rd. Mon. & Thurs. 8 pm 544-2610 or 544-2854 kansas-al-anon.org (tfc)

Project Hope Open Tues & Thurs 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Sunday 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.

1030 S. Main (tfc37) (tfc15)

3rd Tuesdays - 1:00 p.m.

3rd Thursdays - 5:15 p.m.

Chapel at Pioneer Manor

See YOUR ad here!

THIS SPACE FOR RENT Call 620-544-4321 or email hermesma@pld.com today!

BUSINESS and PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY S

(620)544-7777 UPERIOR 510 E. 3rd OLUTIONS Hugoton

HOME REPAIR & LAWN CARE

Alan D. Higgins, Owner

STORAGE (eot44) SPACE AVAILABLE

STOR-A-LOT

Hwy 51 East 620-544-4492 620-544-9299 620-544-2212

DANNER PLUMBING

(620)428-6518 1182 Road Q • Hugoton (tfc12)

308-383-1985 Master Plumber in Hugoton

(tfc42)

OD’s SHOP

(tfc34)

Licensed & Insured Over 30 years’ experience in Residential & Commercial Wiring

Your Snapper Dealer

Call 620-544-4321 or email hermesma@pld.com today!

620-544-1517 Frankie Thomas, owner

620-428-6063 113 S Main, Hugoton (tfc)

THIS SPACE FOR RENT

LAWN PRO Will Schnittker

FDT ELECTRIC

Small Engine Repair

See YOUR ad here!

(tfc46)

600 E. 11th

IN STOCK *Carpet *Tile *Laminate *Vinyl

(tfc)

544-5915 or 544-7776

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

Call 620-544-4321 or email hermesma@pld.com

The Hugoton Hermes

Thursday, January 31, 2013

If your names are chosen at

Page 10B

This Valentine Season SHOP STEVENS COUNTY

and enter the You will receive a

and a chance at the Sweetheart Sweepstakes prize 522 S. Main Hugoton

Register for a chance to win while enjoying a meal at

Their lucky winning couple will receive

Two Free Dinners w/drinks

and a chance to be the 2013 Sweetheart Sweepstakes Couple

Ray’s Salon Gift Certificate

at Ray’s

20

Gift Certificate And A Chance to Win the Sweetheart Sweepstakes

The lucky couple whose names are drawn will receive a

50

$

Gift Certificate

and a chance to win the Sweetheart Sweepstakes.

508 S. Main 544-7066

Courtesy of

The Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce

REGISTER

is giving away a

00 25 Gift Card $

(as couples)

Now At Any Stevens County Participating Merchant. Persons Must Be At Least

to the lucky couple whose names are drawn at their store.

18 Years Of Age (NO MAXIMUM)

Winning Couple’s Names Will Be

The lucky couple will also have a chance to win the Sweetheart Sweepstakes.

Picked Friday, February 15, 2013 The Sweethearts

Janets

Register at

00

Southwest Family Steakhouse

To be used for flowers, restaurant, movie rental, etc.

206 W. 5th Hugoton 544-8056

$

Hugoton Member FDIC

50 Gift C ertificate

A Chance To Be The 2013 Sweetheart Sweepstakes Couple

You Will Have a Chance to Win a

and a chance at the Sweetheart Sweepstakes prize

$

and

BULTMAN, INC.

$25 Gift Card

The Winning Couple will receive a

If You Win You’ll Get A

$25

but the winners of our drawing will receive a

Register you and your loved one at

...for COUPLES ONLY! ONLY

Dominoes Mexican Grill

Register You and Your Sweetheart at

WE LOVE ALL OUR CUSTOMERS

FOURTEENTH ANNUAL SWEETHEART SWEEPSTAKES

One Year’s Subscription

506 S. Main Hugoton (620) 544-7626

Hugoton/Liberal

who win at

Bridal & Boutique

Creative Specialties

Register you and your sweetheart for a chance to win a

25

$

The Bank Will Award

will receive a

00

$

Gift Certificate

The winning couple will also be eligible for a chance to be the Sweetheart Sweepstakes couple.

25

00

214 W. Second in Hugoton

544-8796

Couples, be sure to Register to win at

$

Gift Certificate

and a chance to win the Sweetheart Sweepstakes

1010 Van Buren

Valentine Couples who Register at

Register at

2000 In

Gas Capital Dollars to the lucky couple of our drawing.

You will also have a chance to be drawn in the Sweetheart Sweepstakes

Member FDIC

Come in and register at

SHOWPLACE VIDEO

is giving away have a chance to win a

Sweetheart Gift Basket and a chance to be the winning couple of the Sweetheart Sweepstakes

Third & Main - Hugoton

While getting your hair or nails done register you and your sweetheart at

Tan’alon

If your name is drawn you’ll receive a

20

$

Gift Certificate

and a chance to be named

SWEETHEART SWEEPSTAKES WINNERS 112A East Sixth Hugoton 544-2233

We’ll award the winning couple in our store a

15

$

They will present their winners a

50 Gift Certificate

$

and a chance at the Sweetheart Sweepstakes

and a chance to be the Sweetheart Sweepstakes winners.

509 W. 11th Hugoton

E Hwy 51 (620) 544-8473

Gift Card

Jet

Drive In

will give away to their lucky winning couple

Two Free Dinners w/drinks included The winners will have a chance to be picked at the Sweetheart Sweepstakes winners 401 S. Main Street 620-544-8726

Two Free Video Rentals, Large Buttered Popcorn and Two Large Drinks

to the lucky couple drawn at their business.

The lucky couple will also have a chance at the Sweetheart Sweepstakes.

Country Garden When You Come By Register you and your sweetheart If we draw your name you’ll receive a

Gift Basket and a chance to be named

SWEETHEART SWEEPSTAKES WINNERS 524 S. Main Hugoton 544-2816

Register for a chance to win at

we will present our winners a

50 Gift Certificate

$

and a chance to be the Sweetheart Sweepstakes winners.

Dine in or Take out

700 South Main