March 28, 2013

Election Day approaches

Election Day is here! Well, almost - Tuesday, April 2, local voters will take to the polls and decide who will lead the Hugoton and Moscow communities by serving as a member of City Council and School Board.

First up are the candidates for three positions on the USD #209 Board of Education: Nathan Meile and Kent Knoll, along with incumbent Marcus W. Howe.

Candidates for the three available seats on Moscow City Council are Billy D. Brazeal and incumbents James Rawlins and Jon D. Lund.

USD #210 Board of Education candidates for the three approaching vacancies are Paula M. Rowden, Matthew D. Mills and incumbent Stephanie Ann Heger.

Hugoton City Council candidates include several new faces: Dan Corpening, Dean Banker and Shannon Crawford. Incumbents Kim Harper and Gary Baughman are also running. Included below you will find biographies for each of the Hugoton City Council candidates to help you make your decision in this tough race.

Dean Banker Dean Banker has thrown his hat into the ring as a candidate for Hugoton City Council. He is married to Linda, and they have two children, Lisa Bennett and husband Chad, and Brad Banker and wife Stephanie.

Dean also has four grandchildren: Ryland and Carson Bennett and Braxton and Ashlynn Banker.

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Volume 126, Number 13

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Fifth graders win writing contest about a National Park Fifth grade students from Hugoton Elementary School entered a writing contest to fund a field trip to a National Park. Involved in the writing process was researching the chosen park, Capulin Volcano National Monument in New Mexico. The class was to find out what recreational and educational activities are available. Students answered several questions explaining what their class would

gain from the field trip.

The whole fifth grade class participated in the contest. Hugoton was chosen as the winner! A trip is

worth over $1,000 and Hugoton was the only one picked from Kansas. Congratulations fifth grade class!

Go to www.kidstoparks.org to see a complete list of winners.

Gary Baughman Current City Councilman Gary Baughman has entered the race for City Council April 2. He is married to Joyce and the couple’s sons are Ethan and Duane.

Gary has made Hugoton his home since 1983 and has served the community as a councilman for 12 years. He was also a member of the USD 210 Board of Education for eight years, from 1999 to 2007, and has been active with the Fair Continued to page 2

Fifth grade students win contest. Pictured in back are fifth grade science teacher Kim Heger, Carter Brown, Maggie Cabrera, Austin Dale

JD Robson will advance to the State competition in wrestling in Topeka. He placed second in District at Dodge City Saturday. JD has medaled in every tournament he has wrestled in this year and is preparing for a State medal performance.

He wrestles in the eighty-two pound weight class. JD is the son of Dave and Brandy Robson.

Hugoton Wrestling Federation has 14 wrestlers headed to State this weekend. Pictured are the State bound wrestlers. Sitting in front is Adam Mendoza. Kneeling in the middle are Patrick Weaver, Wyatt Angell, Bradan Slemp, Weston

and Drake Knier. In front are Lexi Jays, Frances Gaskill and Terron Stegman. Photo courtesy of Lisa LeNeve.

Maravilla, Dawson Kerbow, Manny Mendoza and Nicky Mahan. Standing in back are Israel Montoya, Pedro Ordonez, Paden Cornelsen, Marcos Baeza and Michael Mendoza. Story on page 6. Photo courtesy of Carla Kerbow.

Easter weekend activities are announced Dan Corpening Another name on the City Council ballot will be Dan Corpening. Dan is married to Robin Sullivan.

Dan has a son, Ryan and wife Angela, two stepdaughters Effie Gaskill and husband Dax and Hannah Sullivan and husband Chance Yoder, and a stepson, Abel and wife Megan. Dan and Robin have nine grandchildren: Jack, Ela, Frances, Emmett, Farrah, Ike, Van, Autry and Rowan.

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Shannon Crawford Shannon Crawford’s name will also be on the ticket for City Council this Tuesday. Shannon is married to Diana, and the couple has two daughters: Katie and Mary Beth.

Shannon has served the local community as a member of the Stevens County Zoning Board, Hugoton Airport Board and the Southwest Kansas Groundwater Management District. He has also served the United States and is an Continued to page 2

The Easter bunny will soon be hopping into Hugoton! Area children are invited to hunt down his eggs at Parsons Sport Park Saturday, March 30.

Infants from birth to one year old will start at 10:00 a.m. Two and three year olds will begin at 10:05 a.m. and kids four to nine will be able to hunt at 10:10 a.m.

Several area churches will celebrate the holiday with special services.

St. Helen Catholic Church will have a bilin-

Sheriff’s Department is keeping busy

Kim Harper Kim Harper is a lifelong resident of Hugoton. He is married to Carolyn and has two children: Brian Gaskill and wife Kari of Hugoton and Craig Gaskill of Olathe.

Brian and Kari are the parents of Kim’s three grandchildren Breckyn, Jagger and Luke.

Kim has served on the airport board, is a past chamber president and serves on the Chris Concannon Memorial Scholarship Committee Board. He Continued to page 2

Saturday, March 16, 2013, Stevens County Sheriffs Department investigated a report of aggravated battery at 1043 West County Road P. It was reported that during an altercation between two people a knife was used to threaten the other party involved. The report was turned over to Stevens County District Attorney Paul Kitzke for prosecution.

The Stevens County Sheriffs Department has also been busy working accidents.

Thursday, February 21, 2013, Monica Gonzalez, age 35 of Moscow was traveling southbound on County Road 20 in a 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee, when her vehicle slid on the ice at the intersection of Highway 51.

Christopher Geeseka, age

23 of Hugoton, was traveling eastbound on Highway 51 in a 2004 Chevrolet Pickup and went into the south ditch to avoid hitting Gonzalez. Both vehicles sustained minor damages and there were no injuries reported.

Tuesday, March 12, 2013, Miguel A. MontanoChavez, age 49 of Clovis, N.M. was traveling southbound on County Road 12 in a 1999 Freightliner when his truck went into the west ditch, causing the truck to rollover onto its passenger side. There was major damage to the vehicle and no injuries were reported.

Tuesday, March 12, 2013, Landon Morrow, age 24 of Abilene, Tx. was traveling northbound on Kansas Highway 25 in a Continued to page 2

gual Holy Church Day service Thursday, March 28 at 7:00 p.m. There will be a bilingual Good Friday service at 7:00 p.m. March 29 and the Easter Vigil beginning at 7:30 p.m.

Easter Sunday will feature regular services.

Moscow United Methodist will host a Maundy Thursday service at 6:30 p.m. and a Good Friday service at 6:00 p.m.

This year is Moscow Baptist’s turn to host the sunrise service and breakfast at 7:30 a.m. March 31.

Regular services will follow at 11:00 a.m. at Moscow UMC.

Bethel Friends Church will have a Good Friday communion service at 7:00 p.m. in the sanctuary March 28. They will also host a sunrise service Sunday morning, March 31 at 7:00 a.m. at the old Bethel site in the country, with a Resurrection Celebration at 10:30 a.m. at 1040 S. Jefferson.

If you are “too busy” to fit in any of these services, the Ministerial Alliance is sponsoring a lunch hour Good Friday service March 28 from approximately 12:07 to 12:59 p.m. Pastor Larry Bradford will speak and Verita Melton will

bless those attending with special music at the Trinity Baptist Church.

Hugoton United Methodist Church will host an Easter sunrise breakfast at 7:00 a.m. Following the breakfast will be regular services at 11:00 a.m.

The Assembly of God will only have an 11:00 a.m. service and Children’s Church Easter Sunday. They will then have an Easter egg hunt after services.

The Hugoton Hermes invites you to worship at the church of your choice this Easter.

Emma McClure is the winner of the nine to 11 year old’s Hermes Easter basket.

Hannah McCurry proudly Genesis Landa grins for the shows off her three to five camera with her basket and picyear old picture and basket. ture for the six to eight year olds.

Hugoton Hermes prize winners are announced The Hermes had some extra fun this year by creating Easter Baskets to be awarded to the winners of their coloring contest. A Hoppy Easter picture was in an earlier issue of the paper. Kids were invited to color and bring it into the office. The pictures were divided into three classes and taken over to the Learning

Academy for judging where students and faculty picked their favorites. Thanks to all the many children who entered and brought in all those beautiful pictures.

All the entries will be displayed in the windows at The Hermes office. Drop by and peruse the work of some of our community’s budding artists.

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miliar with the myriad aspects of the city’s infrastructure. He claims experience in every department at the City, excepting the power plant. Dean spent ten years of his employment as an assistant supervisor and the last 15 years as the Outside Utilities Supervisor. He retired from the position February 1, 2013.

Dean remarked, “With 42 years with the City, I have pretty good knowledge of how things should be; from supervisor down to the working man.”

Board since 1984.

As an incumbent, Gary is familiar with the necessary decision making that accompanies the office of councilman. Considering Hugoton’s growth, he realizes the need for informed decisions regarding future utility demands and other infrastructure-based issues.

Gary admitted, “I am concerned about making good decisions about spending money smartly: keeping utility rates down for the people on a fixed income by not spending frivolously.”

Corpening Continued from page 1 Dan has lived in Hugoton since 2011 and lived in the area for six years in the mid-1980s while employed as a Panhandle Eastern supervisor. He has served on the Kansas Pipeline Association as Vice President, on the Kansas One Call Board and was a board member of his homeowners’ association in Harrisonville, Mo. Dan is also a member of the Stevens County Economic Development Board.

Dan brings with him years of experience as an Area Director, covering three states, with Panhandle Eastern. He is currently retired after 38 years with the company. During his last years with Panhandle, Dan supervised 150 employees with oversight over large annual budgets.

Dan declared, “I bring an open mind, new ideas, new insights. . .I’m interested in Hugoton growing and prospering in a positive way. I want to get involved in the community.”

Harper Continued from page 1 also boasts 19 years of experience serving the community as a councilman. Kim works at the Citizens State Bank as Senior Vice President. His banking background, along with his familiarity with city budget concerns, constitute his experience for City Council.

Kim also expressed an interest in tackling the challenge of Hugoton’s recent growth spurt and improving existing infrastructure in the best interest of current and potential residents.

HUGOTON POLICE REPORT Business Hours, Call 544-4959 After Hours, Call 544-2020

Monday, March 18, 2013 • Loud Music; 500 Block of South Harrison; Unable to Locate; Sgt. Johnson • Loud Music; Alley Behind 500 Block of South Harrison; Advised to Turn it Down; Sgt. Johnson Tuesday, March 19, 2013 • Funeral Escort Assist; Rolla; Public Service; Sgt. Johnson • Dog at Large; 400 Block of Madison; Returned to Owner; Sgt. Johnson • Dog at Large; 900 Block of South Harrison; Unable to Locate; Sgt. Johnson Wednesday, March 20, 2013 • Vehicle Unlock; 500 Block of South Jackson; Citizen Assist; Officer Hagman • Non-Injury Accident; 200 Block of West Eleventh; Took Report; Officer Hagman • Dog at Large; 300 Block of South Madison; Owner caught/Ticket Issued; ACO Smith • Suspicious Activity; 600 Block of South Monroe; Investigated; Officer Crane Thursday, March 21, 2013 • Medical Assist; 400 Block of East Fourth; Public Service; Officer Hagman • Dogs at Large; 500 Block of East Sixth; Officer Hagman • Dogs at Large; 500 Block of East Sixth; Officer Hagman • Dogs at Large; 500 Block of South Jackson; Returned to Owner; ACO Smith Friday, March 22, 2013 • Investigate Charity Boxes; Several Locations in Town; Sgt. Johnson • Welfare Check; 500 Block of South Harrison; Everything Okay; Sgt. Johnson • Suspicious Activity; 1000 South Washington; Investigated; Sgt. Johnson • Belligerent Customer; 500 Block of South Main; Subject Was Removed; Officer Crane • Vehicle Unlock; 800 Block of Washington; Citizen Assist; Officer Crane Saturday, March 23, 2013 • Domestic; 100 Block of East Sixth; Subjects Seperated; Officer Crane/Sgt. Johnson Sunday, March 24, 2013 • Dog at Large; 500 Block of South Monroe; Dog Impounded; Sgt. Johnson • Citizen Assist; 100 Block of South Lincoln; Public Service; Officer Crane • Juvenile Throwing Fireworks; 600 Block South Monroe; Gave them a Warning; Officer Crane

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Beware of phone scam Dear Editor City of We have Hugoton Hugoton Police had some citdoes not do izens call to business in Department inform us this manthat they ner. If you have received phone calls get one of these calls DO from an out of area num- NOT give out any personal ber. The most common area information. Please disconthe calls have come from is nect the call and turn over Florida. The person on the the phone number and the phone claims that the citi- name of the party who zen has an outstanding called you to the Hugoton utility bill of $500.00 or Police Department. more and if the money is Please help us protect not wired to a certain ac- you. Thank you. count that day then the citizens utilities will be shut The Hugoton off. THIS IS A SCAM! The Police Department

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Continued from page 1 Air Force Veteran.

Shannon has farmed in the area for 20 years. As a farmer, he is experienced in the area of business and management.

The lifetime resident stated he’d like the opportunity to serve and be involved in the future growth and prosperity of Hugoton.

Stevens County Emergency Services run activity March 18 through March 24.

Fire Department Hugoton Station Thursday, March 21 10:28 p.m. called to Road P between Road Seven and

Sheriff’s Report Continued from page 1 2000 Peterbuilt Truck when his truck went into the east ditch. The driver then drove the truck back onto the highway, where the trailer entered the west ditch causing the driver to lose control. The truck then went into the east ditch again and the trailer caught on the highway, causing both the truck and trailer to overturn. This accident caused Highway 25 to be closed for all traffic for approximately five hours. Both truck and trailer sustained major damage, but there were no injuries reported.

Sunday, March 24, 2013, Rebecca L. Lembitz, age 25 of Sidney, Ne. was traveling southwest bound on Highway 56 in a 2002 Ford Pickup,

when due to icy and snowpacked roads her vehicle fishtailed, causing it to go into the northwest ditch and overturn. The vehicle sustained major damage, but there were no injuries reported.

Road I for an old wood pile that flared up again from a controlled burn earlier in the day.

Saturday, March 23 - 6:44 p.m. called to Highway 51 and Road B, which is in Seward County, for a one vehicle accident. Seward County assisted.

Fire Department Moscow Station Saturday, March 23 - 6:44 p.m. called to Highway 51 and Road B, which is in Seward County, for a one vehicle accident. Seward County assisted.

Ambulance Activity Two medical runs.

Charles “Leonard” Baker Former Hugoton resident Charles Leonard Baker passed away peacefully Tuesday, March 12, 2013 at his residence in Ponca City, Ok. He was 74.

Born June 30, 1938 in Miami, N.M., he was the son of Charles Baker and Marie Dudley Baker (Salazar).

Leonard lived in Houston, Tx. prior to moving to Hugoton where he made his home.

September 19, 1964, Leonard and Nita Littrell were married in Hugoton.

Mr. Baker is a member of the First Christian Church and worked for the Stevens County Highway Department for 36 years. Leonard enjoyed fishing and working with wood, and donated his time and efforts to helping to build Hugoton’s Dirtona Raceway.

Survivors include his wife

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April 1 - April Fools’ Day - Stevens County Commissioners will meet in the Commissioners’ Room at the Stevens County Courthouse at 8:30 a.m.

- Nancy Honig, Stevens County Family and Consumer Science Agent, will offer “Master of Memory” at the Senior Center. Lessons will begin at 10:00 a.m.

Please call 544-4539 if you would like to attend. Free to attend.

April 2 - Election Day April 4 - Stevens County Genealogical Society will meet at 1:00 p.m. at the SCL Computer Room.

- Deadline to change KanCare plans. Call 866-3055147 to find out more.

April 6 - Garden City Community College will offer a one-day Kansas Concealed Carry course from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the John Collins Vocational Building. Completion of the course meets training requirements to qualify for a Kansas Concealed Carry permit. Pre-registration is available by

contacting team-t@teamt.org or 620-276-9629 or visiting www.team-t.org.

- Hugoton High School FFA will host their annual banquet at 6:30 p.m.

- Project Hope will host a Tea Party at Memorial Hall.

April 7 - Lighthouse Fellowship will host services at Pioneer Manor at 3:00 p.m.

- Moscow Baptist Church will present a video Bible study “The Coming Four Blood Moons” at 5:00 p.m.

April 8 - Deadline to submit your idea for a logo to The Connection. Email your entry to swksconnection@gmail.com or mail to The Connection, 617 S. Main Street, Hugoton, Ks. 67951. Please call 620544-8520 with any questions.

- Nancy Honig, Stevens County Family and Consumer Science Agent, will offer “Master of Memory” at the Senior Center. Lessons will begin at 10:00 a.m.

Please call 544-4539 if you would like to attend. No charge.

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

- Stevens County Library Board will meet at 5:30 p.m.

of 48 years Nita Baker of Ponca City; daughter Holly Baker Thomas and son-inlaw Daron Thomas of Haltom City, Tx.; grandchildren, Lance Mantzke and companion Crystal Baker and Tyler Mantzke all of Hugoton and Amanda Elmore and Darci Thomas of Fort Worth, Tx.; five great-grandchildren; his six siblings, Gene Salazar and LeRoy Salazar of Hugoton, Rosie Brown of Robert Lee, Tx., Bonnie Salazar of Espinola, N.M., Gladys Goodwin of Colorado Springs, Co. and Charlotte Kallenbach of Rolla; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Leonard was preceded in death by his parents; his daughter LuCinda Baker Mantzke; and siblings Ann, Margorie, Stella, Norma, Cora, Alvin, Maurice, Elizabeth, George and Marvin.

Services for Leonard will be Saturday, March 30, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at the First Christian Church in Hugoton with Pastor Randy Nash officiating. Committal prayers and interment will be in the Hugoton Cemetery under the kind guidance of the Stittsworth Funeral Service of Enid, Ok. The family has selected Hospice of North Central Oklahoma or American Cancer Society as appropriate for memorial donations.

Estella Moon Thompson Word has been received Estella O. Moon Thompson, age 86, went home to Glory, Friday, March 8, 2013 in Jefferson City, Mo.

The 2000 Peterbuilt truck goes into the east ditch. The driver trys to correct the vehicle causing it to go into the west ditch. The driver corrects again causing him to lose control. The truck ended up across the highway causing its closing for approximately five hours. Only one vehicle survived the crash. It remained on the trailer, all the other vehicles exited the trailer into the ditches.

March 28 - Stevens County Library will host an outreach video covering “Fitness Versus Technology.”

March 29 - Good Friday March 29-30 - Forty-sixth Annual Kiwanis Sale begins at 10:00 a.m. both days. Call 544-8445 to find out more.

March 30 - Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Parsons Field at 10:00 a.m.

- Crossroads Center, Inc., a horseback riding program for children and adults with physical, mental or emotional disabilities, will host a volunteer training session at 2:00 p.m. at the Ronnie Delay Arena in Liberal. Call Rena Cross at 624-3133 for more information. You can also visit www.crossroad sctr.org.

March 31 - Happy Easter! You are invited to worship at the church of your choice with several special Easter services. Check this week’s front page for more details.

- Assembly of God will host services at Pioneer Manor at 3:00 p.m.

April 1-30 - Stevens County Library will host a photography exhibit. Call 620-544-2301 or

Obituaries

Estella completed her college studies at Langston UniEventually she versity. moved to Kansas City, Mo. where she married Perkins Thompson in 1951.

For over 25 years Estella was employed by the IRS, becoming a unit manager.

Mrs. Thompson loved her Savior and her church. She was a faithful member and servant of St. Monica

Catholic Church for over 40 years.

Estella is well known for her seamstress abilities, making clothes for herself and others.

Those preceding Mrs. Thompson in death were her parents, eight siblings and her husband.

Survivors include her sister Eva Garden of Cleveland, Oh.; daughter Rachelle Seibert and husband Bill of Jefferson City; three grandsons, Adrian Seibert, Aaron Seibert and Andre Seibert; great grandson Kenneth Seibert; and a host of loving nieces and nephews.

Mass of Christian Burial was attended Friday morning, March 15, 2013 following a visitation period at St. Monica Catholic Church in Kansas City, Mo. Estella’s family suggests memorial contributions to the Alzheimer’s Association in care of Park Lawn Chapel, 816-523-1234.

Glenadean Terrill Friends and family gathered Saturday to remember and honor Glenadean Terrill of Superior, Ne. Mrs. Terrill passed from this life Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at Good Samaritan Nursing Home in Superior.

Glenadean was born and raised in the Formoso area.

She graduated from Formoso High School in 1944.

After high school Glenadean worked at numerous jobs including the ASCS Office, Burr Oak Bank and Dick’s Furniture. For nearly 50 years she sold Stanley Products and received a diamond pin from the company for her service. Glenadean’s last job - and one she loved was working for J&H Service, where she worked for over 20 years until her health failed her.

December 12, 1948, Glenadean and Curtis Terrill were united in marriage.

Though the marriage later dissolved, the two became friends in later years.

Even though Glenadean worked several jobs, her three children were her primary focus. She also enjoyed her family, dancing, crocheting and playing cards.

Mrs. Terrill was a member of the Burr Oak Christian

Church and was baptized in 1979. She served with several church committees and also enjoyed the local ladies club.

Mrs. Terrill is survived by her two sons, Dewey Terrill of Junction City and Robert Terrill of Hugoton; daughter Colleen Jeffery and husband Brad of Burr Oak; three grandchildren, Scott Jeffery and wife Christina of Lawrence, Lauren Frasier and husband Caleb of Wichita and Lexi Jeffery of Burr Oak; and her great grandchild Jayden Frasier of Wichita.

Those preceding Glenadean in death were her parents Glenn and Dean Dewey and brother Harold Dewey.

Funeral services were attended Saturday morning, March 23, 2013 at the Burr Oak Christian Church. Burial followed in the Burr Oak Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Victorian Legacy Assisted Living Facility of Superior or the Burr Oak Christian Church.

Condolences may be sent to the family at wmsfh.com.

Williams Funeral Home of Superior was in charge of the arrangements.

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BOE considers college and career readiness The Hugoton USD 210 Board of Education met in a regular monthly session Monday, March 25, 2013.

Board members present were Martin Daharsh, Stephanie Heger, Don Beesley, Nancy Honig, Doug Martin, Barry Hittle and Todd Gayer. Also present were Superintendent Mark Crawford, Clerk of the Board Traci Shields, Elise Heger, Howard Barton, Lance Custer, Gregg Errebo, Anna Rome, Kelsey Hittle, Bailey Haynes, Yolanda Hernandez, Luis Castro, Roger Figueroa, Josue Gonzales, Vicente Flores, Erendida Lopez, Fernanda Vera, Matthew Mills, Kay McDaniels, Susan Lowry, Melanie Lott and Anna Wold.

The meeting was called to order and the agenda was approved.

The board accepted the resignations of Karla Vaughn, Hugoton Elementary School secretary effective April 17, 2013 and Rhonda McBride, Hugoton Elementary School/Early Childhood Development Center Librarian effective end of the school year.

The “I Make a Difference” award was presented to Susan Lowry, sixth grade teacher’s aide. Mrs. Lowry has worked for USD 210 for over 30 years. During this time, she has always dedicated her time and energy to students, and to the support of teaching and learning.

Mrs. Lowry works with all types of children and has made a positive impact on

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Susan Lowry receives the “I Make a Difference” award at the USD 210 Board of Education meeting Monday evening. At left are Todd many children. Her time, effort, and positive attitude is greatly appreciated.

Elise Heger presented the National Student Clearinghouse data on the success of USD 210 graduates. This is new data the district has just received. It tracks the students into college (two year, four year, technical college and military) and tells if they completed or dropped out.

This is highly important data to help the district gauge how they are doing related to college and career readiness and if the district is truly better preparing students for posthigh school success.

The Latinos Making a Difference club officers, Yolanda Hernandez and Anna Wold, came in to talk about the purpose of their club and detail their many activities. A short student-produced video was presented showing some

Mary Reimer has been selected the HLA Student of the Quarter.

Some of the qualifications that she exhibits that merited the award are leadership, academic achievement, cooperation and getting along with other students.

Barb Trujillo hands Maria Slocum her plaque proclaiming her the Adult Student of the Quarter. Congratulations, Maria!

Gayer, Lowry, Martin Daharsh, Nancy Honig, Doug Martin, Stephanie Heger, Don Beesley and Barry Hittle.

of the activities and colleges the students attended.

Superintendent Mark Crawford talked about what the goals for the district used to be. The school used to focus on No Child Left Behind and state assessments.

Making the standard of excellence was very important for grade levels and buildings.

However, when a student is applying to colleges and looking for scholarships, not one of the colleges will ask how they scored on the state assessment. Mark felt it was a good measurement for our schools at the time, but now the focus needs to be on more holistic measures better preparing kids for college and careers. Students who want to earn a four-year degree need to score a 21 on their ACT. Unfortunately, a significant percentage of HHS students do not have the ACT score, so they are required to take remedial course work as a college freshmen. These are all reasons the district must retool and refocus to better prepare and better guide students to the right post-high school program for the right reason.

Superintendent Crawford presented a written testimony because Hugoton has been one of the districts that jumped in aggressively to the Common Core state standards. The House Education Committee had presented an anti-Common Core bill. Basically the bill was created due to a lot of misinformation about the Common Core and how it was alleged to be a federal curriculum. The bill failed in the House committee 12-7.

Intermediate School Principal Mr. Barton talked about what he wanted to accomplish. He wants to improve the school’s student achievement. He discussed taking the students who are not achieving their levels and helping them better their reading levels.

Middle School Principal Mr. Custer discussed his work aligning the schedules with grades seven through twelf. Using the resources available he felt the TEAM time would work for the students. He also discussed

working to get all the students up to their respective grade levels.

High School Principal Mr. Errebo told the board his ultimate goal was to align the schedule to maximize human resources in grades seven through twelf.

The board discussed the need for a School Resource Officer for the 2013-2014 school year. This idea was heavily supported at the February 28 Patron Insight / Facility Visioning meeting. Moscow Schools are also interested in partnering with the County Sheriff’s department to see if this can happen.

Moscow Superintendent Stu Moore and Mark Crawford are scheduled to go talk to the county commissioners April 1 about this topic.

The motion to accept a $300 donation from Citizens State Bank to help fund the fourth grade field trip to Exploration Place in Wichita was approved.

The $3,000 in donated items for the school’s warehouse from Alco was accepted.

The board approved the Parsons grant for the HLA related to increased technology. Parsons awarded the HLA $10,000 to increase the number of computers to serve more students next school year.

The motion to accept early graduation student request from Devin Kraisinger was approved.

The board approved the motion to declare surplus, items from the Elementary School to put up for sale at the Kiwanis sale March 2930.

Also approved by the board was the preliminary work and fee proposal for Fiss Architecture to get started on drawing and plans for safe entrance construction at Hugoton Elementary School.

The board approved the HES Extended Learning Day, 21st Century grant award of $98,990 to continue USD 210’s high quality afterschool program, as well as HES summer school.

The meeting adjourned.

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You are cordially invited to an

Afternoon Tea In support of Project Hope

Saturday, the Sixth of April, at 2 o’ clock “There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hours dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea.”

Memorial Hall • Hugoton, Ks Tickets $5 in advance or $7 @ Door Contact Michael Burrows, Davona Daharsh, Sherri Martin, Debbie Nordling, or Erica Kolb Raffles and Silent auctions will take place at party Come see the fresh Spring Ideas, enjoy the entertainment and Elegant snacks The staff of Hugoton Learning Academy gather to offer congratulations to the graduates. Left to right are Barb Trujillo, graduate Celeste

Salas, Director Jan Kilbourne, graduate Sasha Passmore, Judy Seaman and Michael Burrows.

Attire is Dress-up ~ Do wear your Best Hat! Prizes will be awarded for best hat, craziest hat, oldest hat and biggest Hat. All proceeds benefit the food shelves for Project Hope

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KanCare deadline looming

Susan Willis wins first place with a photograph of the top of an old hotel in Garden City at the Hugoton Area Camera club meeting Thurday, March 21. She called the photograph Garden City Topper.

Author, teacher & Pastor Jay West and son, Jason West will provide Easter Services at

Lighthouse Fellowship

LeAnn Akins wins third place with a picture of a church bell.

She entered her photo in the Hugoton Area Camera Club contest. The subject of the photographic contest was Building Details.

Sunday Morning, March 31 at 10:30 a.m.

424 South Jackson ~ Hugoton

Worship will be provided by recording artist, Jason, along with some local talent.

Come receive what God would have for you.

Kelvin Heitmann receives a second place with his photograph he calls Fallen Stone Building. He entered his photo in the Hugoton Area Camera Club contest. The subject of the photographic contest was Building Details. The photographic contest next month will be photographs of people. The Hugoton Area Camera Club will meet next month April 18.

Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services Secretary Shawn Sullivan reminded KanCare participants the April 4, 2013, deadline for changing their Managed Care Organization (MCO) health plan is rapidly approaching.

KanCare participants who wish to stay with their current MCO do not need to take any action. Those wishing to change to a different MCO health plan before the deadline may call 866 305-5147 for assistance. This opportunity is open for participants who were enrolled in the program as of January 1, 2013.

The next opportunity for these participants to change their MCO health plan will be at the end of this year, when the next open enrollment period begins. Those who become eligible for KanCare later in the year will have a 90-day period in which they can change their MCO health plan, and their next opportunity will be during the annual open enrollment period. Visit http://www.kan care.ks.gov/choosing_a_plan.h tm for more information on the three KanCare MCO health plans.

Or, if you need face-to-face assistance, a new entity called the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC), is a resource that is part of KanCare.

This companion to KanCare offers a statewide network of ADRC counselors who provide options counseling, information and guidance to Kansans of all ages and abilities - and income levels, not just KanCare participants - through a single point of entry.

The 11 Area Agencies on

Aging in Kansas provide ADRC services in 105 counties across Kansas.

Dave Geist, Executive Director of the Southwest Kansas Area Agency on Aging and prime contractor of the ADRC, added “The ADRC one-stop shops allow older adults, people with disabilities, their caregivers and families, to get information and services they need as their health and longterm care needs change. The ADRCs are only one phone call away."

Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRC) are a resource for all Kansans.

Kansans interested in accessing information or connecting with their local ADRC may contact the statewide call center at 1-855-200-ADRC (2372).

From Kansas Department of Aging and Disability Services.

This beautiful tangerine Kitchen Aid ultra-power stand mixer is the prize to be raffled off at the Tea Party in support of Project Hope. The Tea Party will be April 6, 2013, at Memorial Hall. A silent auction will also be offered. Come to the Tea Party wearing your most extravagant hat for the contest.

@YourYOUR LIBRARY Information Source for 99 Years You are invited to come worship with family and friends at Pioneer Manor

Citizens State Bank 601 S. Main - Hugoton

PAUL'S FUNERAL HOME David & Brandy Robson

314 S. Van Buren 544-4122

Pyramid Agency, Inc. 521 S. Main - Hugoton

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

March 31 Assembly of God April 7 Lighthouse Fellowship April 14 Hillbilly Band

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 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Evening Worship - 6:30 p.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.

HugotonUMC.com

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.

500 Monroe Hugoton, Ks. 67951-2639 Phone: 620.544.2301 • Fax: 620.544.2322 Email: svcolib@pld.com

DVD CLEANING Beginning April 1, 2013, the library will charge $1.00 for every DVD returned with scratches. If you have any questions about cleaning your player, contact Eunice or Stacey at the library. Thank you!

PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT The photography exhibit will begin Monday April 1. You may bring your photos to the library the week before the exhibit begins. We will set up the display Thursday and Friday, March 28 and 29. Register your photo-

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522 S. Main Hugoton, KS 67951 - 620-544-4321 Owner/Operator Faith Publishing LLC RoGlenda Coulter, Kay McDaniels and Ruthie Winget RoGlenda Coulter, Bookkeeper/ Classifieds/Obituaries Kay McDaniels, Advertising/ Circulation/Layout Ruthie Winget, Composition/Layout Reece McDaniels, Sports Editor Wilma Bartel, Asst. Composition Marie Austin, Asst. Composition Toni Hamlin, Asst. Mailing Jean Coulter, Asst. Mailing

Ads email: hermes10@pld.com Obituaries email: hermesro@pld.com

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

POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Hugoton Hermes at 522 S. Main, Hugoton, Kansas 67951.

Opinion Page Our opinion page is open to the public.

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

graphs using the form located at http://www.stevenscountyli brary.com/news-events/2013photography-exhibit/.

SAFETY SIGN-IN The numbers of unaccompanied children coming to the library after school have increased tremendously this year, and with the change of seasons, we are concerned about the safety of our after-school crowd.

Lost children, minor injuries and severe weather are all concerns with children who are without adult supervision. Because we never know when and where an emergency may occur, we are implementing a sign-in for every minor that comes to the library without a parent. Each child will log in at the front desk with their name and a phone number where a parent or guardian may be reached.

Parents and/or guardians need to make sure that children know the full name and correct contact number for the adult to be called. If an issue arises, library staff can contact the parent or guardian

and resolve the matter immediately.

UPCOMING ELMER CLASS Today, March 28 at 6:00 p.m. Randy Merrell, Technology trainer from Salina Public Library will present Fitness vs Technology: Can fitness coexist with technology? The presentation will identify and describe some technology applied to fitness. Please contact the library if you plan to attend. Thank you.

AUTHOR VISIT AND BOOK SIGNING Thursday, April 11 at 6:00 p.m., Janet Damon will present her book Rising Above: Facing the Dragon of Neurofibromatosis at the library. The book is the true account of Janet’s daughter, Beth, coping with a disfiguring and disabling disorder of the central nervous system. Janet lives in Ulysses with her husband, Darrel, and is the mother of Diane Crawford.

Please join us at the library for this story of an indomitable spirit coping with a disabling congenital disorder.

PUBLIC NOTICE

(First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, March 28, 2013) 1t BEFORE THE STATE CORPORATION COMMISSION OF THE STATE OF KANSAS

IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF PIONEER NATURAL RESOURCES USA, INC. FOR AN ORDER PROVIDING FOR THE UNITIZATION AND UNIT OPERATION OF A PART OF THE HUGOTON AND PANOMA COUNCIL GROVE GAS FIELDS IN THE ALTERNATE TRACT UNIT DESCRIBED AS SECTION 15-31S-37W (SE/4), SECTION 14-31S37W (SW/4), SECTION 22-31S-37W (NE/4), SECTION 23-31S-37W (NW/4) IN STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS DOCKET NO. 13-CONS-317-CUNI OPERATOR NO. 04824 CONSERVATION DIVISION NOTICE OF PENDING APPLICATION THE STATE CORPORATION COMMISSION OF THE STATE OF KANSAS TO: ALL OIL AND GAS PRODUCERS AND OIL AND GAS PURCHASERS, ROYALTY OWNERS, LAND OWNERS, AND ALL PERSONS WHOMSOEVER CONCERNED: YOU, and each of you, are hereby notified that PIONEER NATURAL RESOURCES USA, INC., has filed an Application with the State Corporation Commission of the State of Kansas requesting an Order providing for the Uni-

tization and Unit Operation of an Alternate Tract Unit pursuant to K.S.A. 551301, et seq., and the Basic Integrated Proration Order for the Hugoton Gas Field and Panoma Council Grove Gas Field. The unit area subject to the requested Order is as follows: Township 31 South, Range 37 West Section 15: SE/4 Section 14: SW/4 Section 22: NE/4 Section 23: NW/4 All in Stevens County, Kansas

YOU are further notified that unless written protest or request for hearing is received by the State Corporation Commission within 15 days after publication of this Notice, the Application in this matter will be granted pursuant to K.S.A. 77-537 after said 15 day period.

Any such protest or request for hearing should be mailed to the State Corporation Commission of the State of Kansas, Conservation Division, 130 S. Market Room 2078, Wichita, Kansas 67202 and to the Applicant at the address below.

All parties in anywise interested or concerned shall take notice of the foregoing and govern themselves accordingly.

James G. Flaherty, #11177 ANDERSON & BYRD, LLP 216 S. Hickory, P. O. Box 17 Ottawa, Kansas 66067 (785) 242-1234, telephone (785) 242-1279, facsimile jflaherty@andersonbyrd.com Attorneys for Applicant

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Thursday, March 28, 2013

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Winners are announced

By Lindsay Krehbiel During the month of February, students at Hugoton Middle School and Hugoton High School participated in the second annual Library Lovers Reading Program. To participate, students read books of their choice and entered the books into a weekly drawing for prizes. At the end of the month, a Grand Prize winner was drawn, plus a prize was awarded to the student who read the most

Crossroads Center, Inc. begins April 1 Middle School winners of the second Annual Library Lovers Reading Program are left to right Jacob Neufeld, Isaac Sanchez, Ivan Villa,

During the month of February students of Hugoton High School participate in the second annual Library Lovers Reading Program.

High school winners are back row, left to right

Azarael Rodriguez, Yaczeny Gastelum, Felecia Beard and Madison Shuck. Photo courtesy of Lindsay Krehbiel.

Janett Aguilar, Meg Bryan, Karina Borrego and Nicole Kinser. In the front row are Bryce Dunn and Taylor Haar. Not pictured is Mrs. Sosa. Photo courtesy of Lindsay Krehbiel.

HMS releases honor rolls Hugoton Middle School has released the honor rolls for the third nine weeks of the 2012-2013 school year.

Eighth graders earning the distinction of being named to the Eagle Honor Roll are: Jaqueline Armendariz, Hunter Dale, Valentino Degollado, Yaczeny Gastelum, Katy Heger, Kyra Kalani, Logan Mangels, Bernabe Mendoza, Pedro Ordonez and Amy Scott.

P lease Adopt Me!

Eighth graders on the Red & White Honor Roll are: Bridget Aguilera, Roman Burger, Ben Cabrera, Sarai Chavez, Melissa Fabela, Emma French, Eva Lamas, Zack Leininger, Roman Lindstrom, Elias Mendoza and Brecklyn Stump.

Eighth graders on the Honorable Mention Honor Roll are: Zeida Betance, Daniel Bustillos, Marisol Don Juan, Miguel Martinez and Wendy Vela.

Seventh graders earning the distinction of a place on the Eagle Honor Roll are: Britta Beesley, Mitchell Hamlin, Marlyn Heger, Dallie

Hoskinson, Laney Hoskinson, Caitlin Lewis, Nick Mahan, JoHanna Rawlins, Rodrigo Sanchez and Madison Shuck.

Seventh graders named to the Red & White Honor Roll are: Jaysa Featherston, Abraham Garcia, Nathan Leininger, Claire Lewis, Jacob Neufeld, Eric Perry and Celeste Romero.

Seventh graders named to the Honorable Mention Honor Roll are: Daniela Acosta, Salma Avalos, Felecia Beard, Henry Beesley, Brennon Featherston, Caitlin Kiley and Abigail Marioni.

MUSEUM UPDATE from The Stevens County Gas & Historical Museum Gladys Renfro and Beulah Carter

Shawn, age seven and Dorothy, age six Shawn and Dorothy would like a forever family to call their own. Shawn loves books, trains and cars. When it is warm outdoors he likes to ride his bike and go swimming.

Shawn is very smart and making great improvements in school. Shawn does better when things are structured and a solid routine is in place.

Dorothy is a loving child that enjoys music and dancing!

She also likes to color, ride her bike and go swimming. Her favorite time at school is going to the library and getting to look at all the books. Like her brother, she does better with a strict routine in place. To learn more about adoption visit www.adoptkskids.org or call 877-457-5430. Shawn & Dorothy’s case numbers are CH-5851 & CH-5852.

GOD IS HERE! I hear His voice While thrushes make the woods rejoice.

I touch His robe each time I place My hand against a pansy’s face.

I breathe His breath if I but pass Verbenas trailing through the grass.

God is here! From every tree His leafy fingers beckon me.

– Madeleine Aarons Knee high this garden of poppies, cranebill, cornflowers and eschscholzia, a waving tide of color. Spring flowers of wild daffodils, narcissus, primrose, violets, wildflowers, hoop-petticoat daffodils and the nodding head of fritillaries. And fading, they pass unnoticed back to the earth without need of removing and replanting.

WHAT IS EASTER? What is Easter?

- Life anew A wonderful rebirth For all God’s creatures everywhere Who dwell upon His earth What is Easter?

- Hope reborn The golden promise of His answer to each fervent prayer For peace-and joy-and love.

May you all have a safe, happy Easter with family, friends and neighbors.

We invite you to visit us at the Gas & Historical Museum. Our hours are 1:00 to

5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday.

Spring hasn’t “sprung” yet as the buzzards aren’t in the tower.

Crossroads Center, Inc. is a non-profit therapeutic horseback riding program for children and adults with physical, mental, or emotional disabilities. The spring program begins Monday, April 1.

If you are interested in learning about the services offered by Crossroads, signing up for sessions, or volunteering, please call Rena Cross, Executive Director, at 624-3133.

The center is located at the Ronnie Delay Arena in Liberal. The arena is 8.5 miles east on Road 4 (Bluebell Road) from the six-way intersection on Highway 54. The center web site is www.crossroadsctr.org.

books throughout the month.

Hugoton Middle School winners included Felecia Beard, Yaczeny Gastelum, Jacob Neufeld, Azarael Rodriguez, Madison Shuck, and Ivan Villa. Ivan was also the Grand Prize winner, and the prize for most books read was awarded to Isaac Sanchez.

Hugoton High School winners were Janett Aguilar, Meg Bryan, Bryce Dunn, Taylor Haar, Nicole Kinser and Annette Sosa. Nicole Kinser was the Grand Prize winner and Karina Borrego was the winner for most books read.

RE-ELECT

Stephanie Heger for

USD 210 Board of Education

for reading

I would appreciate your vote on April 2.

The Hermes

Pol. adv. paid for by Stephanie Heger

Official Newspaper of Stevens County

Vivian Titus is Heritage Christian Academy’s Student of the Month. She is the daughter of Wayne and Ginny Titus.

46th Annual Kiwanis

CONSIGNMENT AUCTION Stevens County Fairgrounds, Hugoton

TWO BIG DAYS Friday, March 29, 2013 Sale Starts at 10:00 a.m.

1997 4wd F150 Ext Cab 2000 4wd F150 Ext Cab 2002 4wd F150 Ext Cab 2003 4wd F150 Crew Cab 2004 4wd F150 Crew Cab 2005 4wd F150 Crew Cab 2006 4wd F150 Crew Cab New & Used Hydraulic Cylinders New & Used tires & wheels for JD equipment

Campbell Hausfeid 5 hp compressor Rotunda 134A AC machine Rotunda refrigerant reclaim machine Rotunda valve grinding machine 32’ Calkins rod weeder w/parts 4 Cross bed tool boxes Lot of 2x12 + other size lumber 2 fuel tanks on stands Hog feeder

Work Tables Homelite 240 chain saw General grinder w/stand 2001 Lincoln Town Car 111,792 miles 1998 Mercedes ML320 4wd 187,397 miles 1999 GMC Suburban 4wd 192,073 miles 22’ Crustbuster Disc

CONSIGNMENTS ACCEPTED THURSDAY & FRIDAY UNTIL SALE TIME Disposal Fee On Unsold Tires - Will Sell In Arena At Auctioneers’ Discretion

Saturday, March 30, 2013 Sale Starts At 10:00 a.m., Two Auction Rings will be started at 11:00 a.m.

Couches Chairs Lot of hand tools File cabinets Slide projectors Adult electric scooter Heat lamps Lots of knives Router & Bits B&D Band saw Microwave cabinet Step stool Cow cookie jar Crystal Glass dishes Antique glass spooners Old toys

Small shop tools Books Baskets Near new washer & dryer Kitchen table & chairs Dressers Antique Round oak table Clawfeet round oak table Chest of drawers Hesston belt buckles Grizzle 6” jointer Dremel disc, belt sander Super wave oven

Queen bed w/headboard Rubbermade storage shed Shawnee quail pitcher w/salt & pepper Mary Mo Mo Figurines Yard tools 5 Oak bar stools Small oak TV cabinet Wall decorations Youth bed Gas range 2 high chairs Lamps Bag chairs Hedge trimmer

Porcelain dolls Yard windmill Cast iron sink (old) Old floor lamp w/shade Blushing Benny figures Horse collar mirror J D Mower Antique buffet Tuppeware Model cars Office chair Folding chair Small fan Shower stool

CONSIGNMENTS ACCEPTED THURSDAY, FRIDAY ONLY All announcements day of sale take precedence.

All items must be out of buildings Saturday night.

All items must be off of grounds by April 10 All items sold “as is” unless otherwise stated.

MANY MORE CONSIGNMENTS BY SALE TIME! Auctioneers - Area Auctioneers Clerks - Hugoton Kiwanis Club 544-4202 or 544-8985

• Lunch Will Be Served Friday and Saturday by 4-H •

The Hugoton Hermes

Stephanie Antrim Weeast Financial Advisor

608 S. Main Street, Hugoton, Kansas 67951 620-544-8818 www.edwardjones.com

Thursday, March 28, 2013

Dustin Johnson Financial Advisor

1-877-544-8818

BROWN-DUPREE OIL CO INC. 1400 S Washington St. 356-3926 or 1-800-682-4143

Hwy 51 East Hugoton, KS

K-C Oil Company & Main Street Laundry 218 S. Main St. • 544-4660

522 S. Main, Hugoton 544-4321

UPTOWN AUTOBODY 624 S. Monroe 544-4683

Musgrove 620.544.4388 Insurance Services, Inc.

“Helping You Put The Pieces Together.”

1012 S. Main St., Hugoton, KS 67951

600 E. 11th

544-8686

GOOD LUCK ON YOUR SPRING SPORTS

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Eagles win both games against Liberal The varsity Eagles baseball team played two games against Liberal this past week. The first game was played Tuesday where the Eagles defeated Liberal 10 to 4 on Liberal’s home field. The second game was played at home Thursday where the Eagles won their second game, 10 to 2.

Game one brought Yates Sutton to the mound where he pitched six innings followed by Nic Frederick for one inning. Hugoton had three up and three down in the first inning but came back to score two in the second inning. Ross Davis was first to score followed by a run by Reid Davis. No more runs could be made until the sixth inning when Yates and Michael Baeza rounded the bases for a four to 0 game.

The final inning saw six more runs added to the score board by Hugoton. Liberal scored two runs in the sixth and two runs in the seventh.

In this game Hugoton had ten runs, 16 hits and three errors. Eleven Eagles were left on base in the first game of the season.

Game two was a home game and the Eagles were pumped up. In the first inning Hugoton had five runs, five hits and three left on base. Ross Davis pitched the entire seven innings throwing a total of 94 pitches. No runs

Slade Shuck hits the ball during the second game against Liberal Thursday. Hugoton won were made in the second and third innings by Hugoton but the fourth inning brought in Frederick and Ross Davis for two more runs. At this point the Eagles led seven to two going into the fifth inning. A slower game in the fifth with the Eagles getting one hit but no runs were scored. Hugoton found their groove in the sixth inning with four hits and three runs scored. Both Davis boys scored along with a run by Maverick Mills. The

both games against the Redskins.

team ended with ten runs and the win. The Eagles had 12 hits, no errors and eleven players left on base throughout the game.

“We’re doing good this year. We started off the season pretty hot with some hot bats and our first two games against Liberal we’ve had 22, 23, 24 hits, something like that. Our pitching’s been going very well. Ross Davis and Yates Sutton have thrown two really good games

and our defense has backed them up. And we are led by a lot of upper classmen with a lot of varsity experience so to me that was expected. But the kids have been working hard at practice and we had a real good spring break practice. So far it’s what I expected. I expected us to play well and we should keep that up through the year. It’s going to be an exciting season and it’s off to a good start.”

JV Eagles compete against Liberal

Ross Davis throws a strike to the Liberal batter in a game at home Thursday. The team won the game 10-2.

Michael Baeza catches a hit at the baseball game against Liberal Thursday. He is getting ready to throw the ball to first base to put the runner out.

The JV Eagles baseball team played their first two games of the season against Liberal. The double header games were divided into two nights. The first game was played Tuesday, March 19 in Liberal and the second game was played at home Thursday, March 21.

Hugoton's first game did not go well resulting in a loss, 2 to 14. Two pitchers worked the mound in the away game.

Dakota Moodie pitched most of the game throwing 73 pitches followed by Zack Littell who pitched 27 balls. The JV team went scoreless until the final inning when Hunter Kerbow and Brady Heger each scored runs.

The second game was

played at home with Tucker Martin taking the mound.

After only 36 pitches Martin was replaced with Moodie who finished out the game.

The Eagles’ first inning was played well scoring three runs. Starting at the top of the batting order, Salvador Valles, Kerbow and Moodie each scored runs for a 3 to 2 score going into the second inning.

Hugoton scored a second run in the second inning by Martin. It wasn't until the fifth inning that the Eagles scored two more runs.

Moodie added a second run along with a run from Ulysses Reyes. The game ended in a loss to Liberal, 6 to 17.

Lady Eagles start season with two victories

Sports Schedule Thursday, March 28 High School Track at Ulysses; 3:00 p.m.

Baseball V/JV vs. Sublette at Home; 4:00 p.m.

Softball V/JV at Liberal; 4:00 p.m.

Friday, March 29 No School - Good Friday

Thursday, April 4 Middle School Track at Holcomb; 3:00 p.m.

Boys Golf V at Liberal; 3:00 p.m.

Baseball V/JV vs. Goodland at Home; 4:00 p.m.

Softball V/JV at Goodland; 4:00 p.m.

Jordan Air Inc Call Terry at 620-544-4361

The Lady Eagles had their first game of the season against SWH Thursday, March 21. Taryn Garza was the starting pitcher in the first game followed by Kelsey Hittle to finish up. The first game ended in a win for the Lady Eagles, 9 to 5. The second game of the double header was pitched by Josie

The Dodge City Wrestling Club hosted the District 4 Championship at the high school Saturday, March 23.

Fourteen Hugoton Federation wrestlers traveled to compete for a chance to continue on to the State tournament.

In the eight and under di-

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vision, Adam Mendoza placed fourth. In the ten and under division, Wyatt Angell and Michael Mendoza placed second. In the 12 and under division, Nicky Mahan and Mitchell Hamlin placed first, Manny Mendoza, Paden Cornelsen and Marcos Baeza

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finding her zone in the second game. "Great job by Megan, it is very hard to pitch two full games," said coach Mickaela Perez.

The Lady Eagles played Sublette at home Tuesday, March 26. There was no JV game against Sublette.

placed second, Bradan Slemp and Dawson Kerbow placed third and Weston Maravilla placed fourth. In the 14 and under division, Pedro Ordonez placed second and Israel Montoya placed fourth.

In the high school division, Patrick Weaver placed first.

All of these wrestlers qualified for State and will get to participate in the Kansas Kids State Championships in Topeka next Friday and Saturday. Congratulations to all of these hard-working young men! Everyone is so proud of all of you!

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two hits sent fans to their feet as the ball soared over the fence. "Awesome night for Lady Eagles softball!" added Cornelsen.

The JV Lady Eagles split their double header with a first game loss, 3 to 8 and a second game win, 21 to 0 against SWH. Megan Cornelsen pitched both games

Fourteen Hugoton Federation wrestlers qualify for State

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Mueller followed by Hittle to finish out the game. After the second game had ended it was Hugoton once again on top, 12 to 7. "Our pitchers did an excellent job," said coach Lance Cornelsen.

Chastity Parsons hit an out of the park home run during the games along with a grand slam by Garza. These

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Lady Eagles receive honors March 19 the Lady Eagles received letters and acknowledged players for their contributions to the Lady Eagles basketball team. The night started out with a pot luck supper before moving to the awards. Coach Andy Gillen, accompanied by Jeff Ramsey and Melanie Gifford, gave out the awards.

After bringing the eighth grade girls’ basketball team up and complimenting them for two perfect years, the ceremony shifted to the actual awards. Sophomores Ana

Pena and Sofia Jimenez received first year letters. Second year letters went to sophomores Estefani Armendariz and Riley Sosa. Fourth year letters went to seniors BayLee Hoskinson, Chastity Parsons and Nicole Kinser.

GWAC All League First Team went to Chastity Parsons and Nicole Kinser. Honorable Mention went to Riley Sosa. The Garden City Telegram All Area High School Girls’ Second Team went to Nicole Kinser with the Honorable Mention going to

Chastity Parsons.

After the letters were given out Coach Gillen told what the secret team logo for this year meant. The logo was B.A.T. meaning Building A Tradition. Also revealed was the meaning of the “T 1st, Y 2nd, M 3rd” featured on the shirts of the players. This was taken from a John Woodson phrase stating the very best teams are the ones that put the “Team” first, “You” (other teammates) second and “Me” third.

Nicole Kinser, BayLee Hoskinson and Chastity Parsons are each honored to receive four-year

letters by Coach Andy Gillin in last week’s awards ceremony.

Youth turkey hunt hosted at JEC Wildlife Area

Four Lady Eagles receive first and second year letters at last week’s awards ceremony. Sofia Jimenez and Ana Pena each received first year

The eighth grade girls’ basketball team attend the high school girls’ awards ceremony Tues-

letters. Estefani Armendariz and Riley Sosa received second year letters.

day, March 19. These girls went two years without losing a single game.

KDWPT grant proposals are due by April 15

Lady Eagles, Chastity Parsons, Nicole Kinser and Riley Sosa are named to the GWAC All League.

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The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism (KDWPT) is accepting proposals for the Chickadee Checkoff Small Grants Program through April 15.

The program, which is funded by donations, aids individuals and organizations in carrying out projects focused on native nongame wildlife species, while addressing the issues and strategies within the Kansas Comprehensive Wildlife Conservation Plan “A Future for Kansas Wildlife”.

For the past 33 years, the Chickadee Checkoff Small Grants Program has funded education, research, habitat, and the monitoring of nongame wildlife and their habitats. From the creation of the top 20 birds of Cheyenne Bottoms identification cards, to evaluating the habitat characteristics surrounding prairie chicken leks in northwest Kansas, the small grants program funnels donations to projects that benefit species in greatest need of conservation.

The diverse projects completed have resulted in numerous publications in scientific journals, educational products, and most importantly, new information on native nongame wildlife species and their habitats.

Grant proposals must be turned in by April 15, 2013.

For more information, including eligibility requirements, how and where to submit proposals, and the priority projects list for 2013, download the grant guidance document, or visit www.ksoutdoors.com.

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Westar Energy’s Green Team, a group of employee and retired volunteers that takes on environmental projects across Kansas, is partnering with the Jeffrey Energy Center (JEC) to host a youth spring turkey hunt. From April 1-21, turkey hunting opportunities will be provided for youth age 12-17 at the JEC Wildlife Area just 45 minutes northwest of Topeka.

Led by experienced volunteer guides, participants will have the opportunity to hunt turkey in enclosed blinds throughout the area. Hunts will take place primarily during mornings and weekends, but weekday and afternoon hunts may be possible based on guide availability.

Participants are asked to bring a shotgun as well as a Unit 3 turkey permit. For hunters age 16 and 17, a hunting license and hunter education certificate is also required. No special clothing, calls or decoys are needed.

Approximately 20 spots are available and will be awarded to participants on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants can sign up until all available spots are taken. Preference will be given to inexperienced hunters.

All participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

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C om pl et e A er ia l Ap p lic a ti on Hugoton FFA participates in a second grade program. Landon Brecheisen, at right assists second graders with a floor puzzle teaching them where food comes from. Photo courtesy of Les McNally.

The Hugoton FFA engages in a second grade program. Denver Knox, Michael McComack and Nic Evans, in back, do a reading and worksheet activity with the second grade. Photo courtesy of Les McNally.

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Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Outlines USDA Efforts to Raise a Healthier Generation of Americans; Highlights Benefits for Business and the Economy National Nutrition Month Provides Opportunity to Focus National Conversation on Nutrition Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack outlined the need for a renewed commitment to improve childhood nutrition, which will lead to a healthier

generation of Americans and a productive workforce to keep growing American business.

In remarks at a meeting with the United Parcel Service of America (UPS) and Georgia business leaders, Vilsack noted USDA has made significant focus toward improving consumers' access to information and helping consumers have better access to food, which can help the United States combat obesity and malnutrition – raising a generation of young people who succeed in school and graduate ready to achieve great things.

"We know that people who eat right and exercise are healthier and more productive.

We also know that when children get enough to eat, they do better on tests and are more likely to graduate," said Secretary Vilsack. "Focusing on childhood nutrition today will result in a more productive and skilled workforce, and contribute to a strong economy in the decades to come."

Secretary Vilsack noted the twin threats of childhood obesity and malnutrition to a healthier next generation. Over the course of the past 30 years, the prevalence of childhood obesity has nearly tripled.

Nearly one in three American children and adolescents today are overweight or obese. Some of those children come from low-income families, where access to healthy food choices and opportunities for physical activity can be limited. Nearly a third of the nation's young people are at risk for preventable diseases like type-2 diabetes and heart disease.

Preventable diseases have serious consequences – which is why health experts predict the current generation of children may well have a shorter lifespan than their parents.

Vilsack said USDA empowers Americans to make healthier food choices by providing science-based information and advice, while expanding access to healthy food availability.

• USDA's MyPlate symbol and the resources at Choose MyPlate.gov provide quick, easy reference tools for parents, teachers, healthcare professionals and communities.

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• USDA also created SuperTracker, a free online planning and tracking tool used by over two million Americans daily to help them improve food choices, maintain a healthy weight, and track physical activity.

• America's students now have healthier and more nutritious school meals due to improved nutrition standards implemented as a result of the historic Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010.

• Through USDA's Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food initiative, the Department has worked to increase access to nutritious food through the development of strong local and regional food systems. The number of farmers’ markets increased by more than 67 percent in the last four years and there are now more than 220 regional food hubs in operation around the country.

• USDA launched a new $5 million Farm to School grant program in 2012 to increase the amount of healthy, local food in schools. This includes three current Farm to School grant efforts in Georgia.

In his meeting with UPS, the Secretary also noted the importance of expanded markets abroad – which will help rural America create more jobs, while boosting the bottom line for companies all along the supply chain. Since 2009, the Obama Administration has achieved new trade agreements with Colombia, Panama and South Korea – and USDA is engaged in helping President Obama achieve new trade with Europe, Asia and other areas throughout the world.

Agricultural exports are a particularly bright spot in the U.S. economy today, with more than $478 billion in agricultural exports from 2009-2012 – the strongest four-year period in our nation's history.

Secretary Vilsack noted that President Obama's National Export Initiative has set a goal to double exports by 2015 – and he thanked UPS CEO Scott Davis for his continuing service on the President's Export Council.

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Applications for National Initiatives through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program Due April 19 U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) State Conservationist Eric B. Banks has announced a second application cutoff date, April 19, 2013, for the On-Farm Energy Initiative, Organic Initiative, and the Seasonal High Tunnel Initiative.

These initiatives are funded through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program and offer technical and financial assistance to eligible participants to install or implement structural and management practices on eligible agricultural land. Conservation practices must be implemented to NRCS standards and specifications.

Through the On-Farm Energy Initiative, NRCS helps producers work with an NRCS-approved Technical Service Provider (TSP) to develop Agricultural Energy Management Plans or farm energy audits that assess energy consumption on an operation. NRCS may also provide assistance to implement various recommended measures identified in the energy audit through the use of conservation practice standards offered through this initiative.

Through the Organic Initiative, NRCS assists producers with installation of conservation practices on agricultural operations related to organic production. Producers currently certified as organic, transitioning to organic, or National Organic Program exempt will have access to a broad set of conservation practices to assist in treating their resource concerns while fulfilling many of the requirements in an Organic System Plan.

Through the Seasonal High Tunnel Initiative, NRCS helps producers implement high tunnels that extend growing seasons for high value crops in an environmentally safe manner. High tunnel benefits include better plant and soil quality and fewer nutrients and pesticides in the environment.

In Kansas, socially disadvantaged, limited resource, and beginning farmers and ranchers will receive a higher payment rate for eligible conservation practices applied.

Interested producers should contact their local NRCS office soon to see if they are eligible for these programs.

If you need more information, visit the Kansas NRCS Web page at http://www. ks.nrcs.usda.gov/programs/ or contact your local USDA Service Center (listed in the telephone book under United States Government or on the internet at offices.usda.gov).

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Tyson Mauldin completes basic training Nathan and Megan Meile present the Moscow Public Schools a check for $2,500 from America's Farmers Grow Communities℠, sponsored by the Monsanto Fund. Pictured from the left are Daron Cowan - Channel District

Sales Manager, Student Council President Rebeca Cecenas, Nate Meile, Megan Meile, Moscow School Superintendent Stu Moore and Chris Irvin - Monsanto Company Territory Sales Manager.

Air Force Airman Tyson J. Mauldin graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Tx. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and

studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Mauldin is the son of Kristy Mauldin of Hollister, Mo., and Jimmy Mauldin of Hugoton.

Air Force Airman Tyson J. Mauldin

Nathan and Megan Meile present The Hugoton FFA a $2,500 check from America's Farmers Grow Communities℠, sponsored by the Monsanto Fund. Pictured from the left are Les McNally, Daron Cowan - Channel District Sales Manager, Caleb

Henry, Micah Baehler, Jeff Mueller, Nathan, Megan, Nic Goode, Karessa Nordyke, Brady Marshall and Chris Irvin - Monsanto Company Territory Sales Manager.

Hugoton and Moscow FFAs receive $2,500 each Nathan Meile of Hugoton has been selected as a winner in America's Farmers Grow Communities℠, sponsored by the Monsanto Fund. Grow Communities gives farmers the opportunity to win a $2,500 donation to direct to their favorite local nonprofit organizations. To further support counties declared disaster areas due to drought by the U.S.D.A., winning farmers in these counties were able to direct double the donation, a total of $5,000 to further support the community.

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County was declared a disaster area by the USDA, giving Nathan Meile, the opportunity to place two $2,500 donations. Nathan Meile selected Moscow Public Schools and Hugoton High - FFA. Wednesday, March 20, at the Moscow Public Schools, Nathan Meile and Chris Irvan, a Monsanto representative participated in the giving of two checks. One check was presented to Les McNally and FFA members and the other check was presented to Rebeca Cecenas, Stu-

dent Council President.

In 1,271 eligible counties in 39 states, farmers could sign up for the opportunity to win a $2,500 donation for their favorite community nonprofit. This year, the Monsanto Fund will invest over $5 million in rural America through Grow Communities, which includes double donations for counties suffering from the historic drought.

America's Farmers Grow Communities℠ is sponsored by the Monsanto Fund to highlight the important contributions farmers make every day to

society and to help them positively impact their communities. This program is part of the Monsanto Fund's overall effort to support rural America.

For a complete list of Grow Communities winners and more program information, please visit growcommunities.com.

“And I will show wonders in the heavens and in the earth. Blood and fire and pillars of smoke. The sun shall be turned into darkness, and the moon into blood, before the coming of the great and awesome day of the lord.”

– Joel 2:30-31

Three Week Video Bible Study

Sundays, April 7, 14 & 21 – 5:00 p.m.

Moscow Baptist Church There have been three documented instances of Four Blood Moons (eclipses) by NASA in the last 500 years. The first was 1492, when Spain ejected all Jews from the country. The Jews pooled their money, gave it to a Jew named Christopher Columbus, and said, “Find us a country.” The second was in 1948, when Israel became a country. The third was in 1967, when Israel successfully defended herself in the “Six Day War” through miraculous means and reclaimed Jerusalem. This Bible study prophesies the fourth occurrence, beginning in 2014.

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Saturday, March 30, 2013 Parsons Sports Complex (West of the 300 block of Washington)

STARTING TIME FOR HUNTS Joe Holmes of ExxonMobil hands a check of $1,000 to Charles Wagner while June Tren-

tham observes. Charles and June represent the Stevens County Food Closet.

Business Appreciation nominees are sought The Kansas Department of Commerce continues to accept nominations for the annual Business Appreciation Month awards. The awards serve as a statewide tribute to businesses for their contributions to Kansas and their local communities. April 3 is the deadline to nominate a business for an award.

The awards are announced each June. Regional finalists are recognized at an awards ceremony during the Team Kansas/Kansas Cavalry awards banquet, with the top nominee receiving the Governor’s Award of Excellence, the highest award given to a business by the state. The 2012 winner was Nex-Tech Inc. of Lenora.

“These awards recognize the accomplishments of some highly successful Kansas businesses,” said Kansas Commerce Secretary Pat George. “I’m excited that we

get to honor the companies that are growing our economy through expansion, job creation and investment in their workforce and communities.”

Nominations are accepted from chambers of commerce, economic development organizations, small business development centers, organizations and individuals.

Companies may also nominate themselves.

Nominations are accepted through 5:00 p.m., April 3, 2013, and will be evaluated during the following month, with regional winners selected in the manufacturing/distribution, service, retail and hospital/non-profit categories. In May, the overall finalists give a presentation about their company and community involvement to the panel of judges. The recipient of the Governor’s Award of Excellence is then announced at the Team

Kansas/Kansas Cavalry awards ceremony in June.

Late nominations cannot be accepted.

Award qualifications include: • Business expansion in Kansas.

• Successful employee retention and recruitment practices.

• Employee training/educational programs.

• Capital investment in Kansas.

• Support of local activities including school activities, community events, economic development and leadership programs.

To submit an online nomination, visit KansasCommerce.com/BAM. For more information, contact the Department’s Krista Mellen at 785-296-7911 or kmellen@kansascommerce.com.

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Hudson is halfway to his goal of experiencing 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten at the Stevens County Library. Five hundred books is a lot of reading! Great job, Hudson! Any child who has not yet entered Kindergarten can participate in this challenge.

Stop by the Stevens County Library to get started! Photo courtesy of Stacey Strickland.

Alexis has joined the challenge to read 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten. She has just completed her first 100 books! Great job, Alexis! This challenge is FREE and available to any child not yet enrolled in Kindergarten. Stop by the Stevens County Library to get started. Photo courtesy of Stacey Strickland.

“Notes From Nancy”

by Stevens County FACS Agent Nancy Honig

USD 210 KINDERGARTEN ENROLLMENT FOR 2013-2014 SCHOOL YEAR COMING SOON! Hugoton Elementary School will be hosting an early enrollment for the 2013-2014 school year for any Kindergarten aged students who are not already enrolled at USD 210. Parents who want their Kindergarten students to be placed on a class list for next year at USD 210 need to take this opportunity to enroll their child if he/she will be 5 years old by August 31, 2013, and they are not already enrolled in the USD 210 PreSchool or KinderPrep programs. The meeting will be held in the Hullabaloo Room in the Early Childhood Development Center on Tuesday, April 9, at 7:00 p.m. To completely enroll a child the parents or guardians need to bring the child’s original state birth certificate, complete immunization record, current health assessment, and social security card to the meeting. If there are any questions please call the ECDC office at 544-4334.

INSCRIPCIONES PARA KINDER EN EL USD 210 PARA EL CICLO ESCOLAR 2013-2014 PROXIMAMENTE! La Escuela Primaria de Hugoton ofrecerá inscripciones para el ciclo escolar 2013-2014 para todos los niños en edad de Kinder que no estén inscritos en el USD 210. Los padres de familia que quieran que sus hijos entrantes a Kinder sean anotados en la lista de alumnos para el próximo año en el USD 210, deben aprovechar esta oportunidad para inscribir a su hijo(a) si él/ella tendrá 5 años cumplidos antes del 31 de agosto de 2013, y que todavía no estén inscritos en nuestros programas de Pre-escolar o de KinderPrep. La junta será en el Salon Hullabaloo en el ECDC (Centro de Desarrollo Infantil), el martes 9 de abril a las 7:00 p.m.

Para poder inscribir completamente a un niño, los padres o tutores deben traer la siguiente información a la junta: Acta de nacimiento original, cartilla de vacunación al corriente, exámen físico reciente y su tarjeta de seguro social. Si tiene alguna pregunta por favor llame a la oficina del ECDC al teléfono 544-4334.

Master of Memory If you didn’t remember to attend the first “Master of Memory Lesson” March 25, you really missed out! I will share some highlights of the lesson, but I hope you can make the next three sessions Monday April 1, 8, and 15, from 10:00–10:45 a.m. at the Senior Center in Hugoton.

This series will provide helpful information about memory function and various strategies to help. If you think you might forget, cut out this article and paste it on the refrigerator as a “memory aide”!

A common misconception about the aging brain is that there is nothing that may be done with regard to memory, and that new information cannot be learned. Often, simple lapses in memory or decline in recall speed, are mistaken for a dementia, such as Alzheimer’s disease.

Although some change may be expected as you age, that doesn’t mean you can’t do something about it—you can be proactive in using some strategies and lifestyle adaptations.

If you don’t learn or receive good information, you can’t remember it.

Your memory is only as good as the information you take in!

How Does Memory Work?

When you receive new information, it is managed in one of three ways: sensory, short-term or long-term. It is like a three-story house. The bottom is the easiest to get into. The second level (short term) isn’t as easy to get into as the main floor, and the hardest level to get to is the long term or third floor.

Sensory Memory contains information received immediately from a person’s senses by the brain. Your brain then quickly decides whether this information needs to be processed further or disregarded—if our brains tried to remember everything they sense, the capacity of the brain would be overloaded in a matter of minutes. Most things in the Sensory Memory that are further processed are pieces of information that meet our basic needs and interests, or things that are out of the ordinary. Everything else just “goes away”.

If the information is further processed, it moves into the Short-term Memory or “working memory”.

Your Short-term Memory holds information for several minutes and then disregards it if it is not repeated or rehearsed.

This type of memory will hold about seven pieces of information: phone numbers, zip codes, serial numbers, etc.

Your “working memory” is also where you remember things from your long-term memory and process them to suit your needs.

If a piece of information makes it through short-term memory and is deemed important enough to remember further, it may be encoded into your Long-term Memory where it may last forever!

Long-term Memory allows information to be retrieved even after it has been stored in the brain and out of conscious thought for a period of time.

Information in Long-term Memory could have been learned, or encoded, ten minutes ago or ten decades ago.

Crossroads’ volunteer training session is scheduled for Saturday Crossroads Center, Inc. is a non-profit therapeutic riding program for children and adults with physical, mental, or emotional disabilities. They are currently seeking individuals that would like to become a volunteer at the center. No prior experience is required—all you need is a warm heart and a willingness to learn.

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, Crossroads will conduct a volunteer training session Saturday, March 30, at 2:00 p.m. at the arena. All returning/new volunteers should attend.

The center is located at the Ronnie Delay Arena in Liberal. The arena is 8.5 miles east on Road 4 (Bluebell Road) from the six-way intersection on Highway 54. Call Rena Cross, Executive Director, at 624-3133 for more information. The center web site is www.crossroadsctr.org.

Storage takes a long time and retrieval can be tough sometimes, thus the “memory lapse” when recall isn’t instantaneous. That is why you sometimes sit up in the middle of the night and remember the name of a person or a song that has been on the tip of your tongue all day long.

Also, these memories are changeable. The act of recalling can actually change it some. It tries to help relate it to something else that makes sense.

Why Can’t I Remember?

Many things may contribute to your inability to remember that are not related to your age or the health of your brain. Many times you cannot remember something because you never really acquired it in the beginning.

Also, once the information is stored, it may take a while to

come back out. Speed of recall may decline with age— your fluid intelligence. Often, relaxing your mind will allow that information to surface again.

Medications and alcohol can impair your ability to remember and also to recall information.

Stress, grief, depression, and other emotional presses can affect your ability to remember and recall information. When the brain is under pressure, it can’t function properly.

The brain needs certain nutrients to function properly. Without the right building blocks, the brain cannot make chemicals that make memories and allow the retrieval of information.

If this sounds like interesting information, plan to attend the remaining three lessons and learn more about your memory.

Stevens County Hospital

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

Orthopedics Cardiology Dietician General Surgeon Orthopedics Podiatry Orthopedics Cardiology Dietician General Surgeon Orthopedics Orthopedics

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For appointments with: Dr. Ansari 624-6222; Dr. Brown 544-8339; Dr. DeCardenas 275-3070; Dr. Farhoud 1-877-449-1560; Dr. Plomaritis 275-3030; Michelle Lock-Gooch 544-8339; Dr.Frankum 544-8339 For all other appointments please call 544-8339 or 544-6160.

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2013 Hugoton Recreation Commission Basketball Teams

Mercury basketball team Front: Jazara Monge and Reygan Kiley. Kneeling: Audra Perry, Abbey Goode and Jazlyn Montiel. Back: Olivia Archuleta, Coach Alyson Kiley, Breckyn Haar, Jessica Martinez, Coach Mike Kiley and Aubrey Brechbuhler.

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Mystics basketball team Front: Gillian Heger and Willow Burgess. Kneeling: Denise Delgado, Ella Martin and Alexa Sanchez. Back: McKenna Hamlin, Coach Pam Hamlin, Bailey Miller, Estefany Villa, Coach Chad Hamlin and Brooklyn Miller.

Lynx basketball team Front: Emily Urquidi and Molly McClure. Kneeling: Grace Dillenger and Esli Lopez. Back: Anna Cruz, Audra Langley, Chloe Martin and Coach Misti Martin.

Liberty basketball team Front: Josslyn Hayes and Itzel Figueroa. Kneeling: Taylor Grubbs, Victoria Cox and Jordyn Beard. Back: Coach Heath Kelley, Jaelynn Kelley, Marissa Saucedo, Abbi Nichols and Coach Jessica Nichols.

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2013 Hugoton Recreation Commission Basketball & Wrestling Teams

Fever basketball team Front: Toby McClure and Etni Guzman. Kneeling: Angelica Bojorquez, Joanna Bojorquez and Janette Bojorquez. Back: Megan Newlon, Coach Matt Johnson, Rebecca Johnson, Claire Lewis and Valerie Persing.

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Sparks basketball team Front: Faith Degollado and Dawn Russell. Kneeling: Brionna Beard, Jala Stump and Jenna Martin. Back: Micaiah Carson, Sahayla Haar, Kara Rodriguez and Coach Nick Rodriguez.

Little Kids Recreation Wrestlers Front: Adam Mendoza, Bryan Montoya, Riggs Martin and Wyatt Angell. Middle: Michael Mendoza, Weston Maravilla, Manny Mendoza, Dawson Kerbow and Bradan Slemp. Back: Marcos Baeza, Nicky Mahan, Paden Cornelsen, Pedro Ordonez, Edgar Villa and Israel Montoya.

Dream basketball team Front: Abby Heger and Francis Gaskill. Kneeling: Veronica Vergara, Jocelyn Hurato and Magalin Chavez. Back: Coach Jennifer Beesley, Jenna Beesley, Mikayla Martin, Mckenzie Hagman, Alexis Jays and Coach Russell Jays.

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MOSCOW NEWS

by Sara Cross

Buying Life Insurance is unlike any other purchase.

Moscow had their prom Saturday night. The theme of the evening was “Endless Romance.”

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The junior class, pictured at left, put on a wonderful Senior Prom this year.

In the back row, left to right, are Morgan Owens, Marki Anton, M a n d e e Saucedo, Daisy Flores and Kendra Haines.

In the front are Cuylor Cross, Jorge Ariza, Cody Walb and Matt Person.

Explaining the Christian holy season About one-third of the planet, or roughly 2.1 billion people, are Christians. Each spring, this large subset of the population celebrates the religious miracle that is the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

The Lenten season is one of the holiest times of the year on the Christian calendar.

This is a period of 40 days and nights that begins with Ash Wednesday at the beginning of Lent and lasts through Easter Sunday. Many Christians celebrate Easter but may not know the significance or meaning behind certain days on the Lenten calendar.

Here is a primer on the Lenten season for Christians and non-Christians alike.

Ash Wednesday In the Roman Catholic Church, Ash Wednesday

marks the first day of Lent, the season when one prepares for the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Ash Wednesday always falls 46 days before Easter and will vary according to the calendar.

Ash Wednesday is a Holy Day of Obligation, which means parishioners are expected to attend mass to mark the beginning of the holy season. During the mass, celebrants receive ashes in the form of a cross on their foreheads. The ashes are made from burning the blessed palm fronds from last year's Palm Sunday mass.

In ancient times ashes were worn as a symbol of sorrow, repentance and acknowledgment of sins. Nowadays, ashes allow Christians to humbly display an outward sign that they are aware of

their shortcomings and are cleansing their souls in the preparation for the celebration of Christ's resurrection.

Palm Sunday Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week and it is a day of obligation when Christians attend mass, and they receive fronds of blessed palms. Occurring a week before Easter, Palm Sunday commemorates the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem to celebrate the Passover. The gospels record the arrival of Jesus riding into the city on a donkey, while the crowds spread their cloaks and palm branches on the street and shouted "Hosanna to the Son of David" and "Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord" to honor him as their long-awaited Messiah and King.

Helping boys become better readers Conventional wisdom has long intimated that girls are more adept at language arts and reading than boys of the same age. A recent study indicates there may be some merit to the assumption that boys tend to lag behind girls in reading. In order to bolster interest in books and reading comprehension, parents and educators can look to many successful literary series that tend to draw the attention of boys.

Boys and reading A 2010 study by the Center on Education Policy that looked at trends beginning from 2002 to 2008 found boys have been lagging behind girls on standardized reading tests in all 50 states.

According to Jack Jennings, president of the Center on Education Policy, "We found no state in which boys did not lag behind girls in reading at the elementary level, the middle school level and the high school level. So it's pretty clear: Boys are not doing as well as girls in reading."

There are many theories as to why boys seem to eschew reading for other things.

Some say that boys in general are always on the defensive, and reading—which often calls to mind emotion and vulnerability—is not something that boys would like to admit to doing. Furthermore, schools heavily push classics full of fictional characters as the mainstay of literary curricula. However, research points out that boys tend to gravitate toward nonfiction.

Others argue that boys do not have enough male literary role models. The majority of adults involved in shaping boys' interest in reading are women, and boys might not view picking up a good book as a masculine activity.

Another theory as to why girls perform better on standardized reading tests revolves around brain function.

Girls' brains tend to be more verbally oriented, which can make reading skills easier.

Boys are more visually oriented. It stands to reason that boys are more physically restless than girls as well.

Sitting for long periods of time reading can be challenging, even for an otherwise well-behaved male student.

This was discovered as early as 1986 in an analysis of more than 100 studies by psychologist Warren Eaton and his colleagues at the University of Manitoba in Canada. The findings revealed that the average boy is more active than about 69 percent of girls.

Choosing reading materials Finding reading material to which boys will relate can be challenging. There is no blanket approach to finding the right books. Boys may need to be approached individually to find subject matter that will interest them and take them out of their comfort zones. Should schoolmates be viewed reading frequently, it may help other boys surpass their own reading fears and hurdles.

Here are some titles boys can explore.

* "2095" by Adam McCauley: Children on a field trip to New York's Museum of Natural History travel one hundred years into the future. * "Adventures of Captain Underpants" by Dav Pilkey: Fourth grade boys get into trouble with their principal and decide to hypnotize him into the superhero "Captain Underpants." * "Babe & Me: A Baseball Card Adventure" by Dan Gutman: Main character Joe wants to discover the legend of Babe Ruth and his home run predictions. * "The Beast in Ms. Rooney's Room" by Patricia Reilly Giff: Ms. Paris, the reading teacher, helps Richard get serious about reading and win a contest for best class. * "Encyclopedia Brown" series, by Donald Sobol: Readers solve the cases and explore adventures through the stories. * "Hatchet" by Gary Paulsen: A boy must learn to live in the wild alone after the plane he was traveling in with his father crashes. * "Lunch Money" by Andrew Clements: Greg is a sixth-grader who is good with money. He begins creating and selling comic books at lunch until a rival cuts into his business. * "Rufus and Magic Run Amok" by Marilyn Levinson: Rufus discovers he has magical powers, but this special talent isn't what he expected.

From Metro Editorial Services.

Holy Thursday Holy Thursday is the Thursday preceding Easter Sunday. It marks Jesus Christ's last supper with his disciples. His act of breaking bread and offering it as His "body" and sharing wine as His "blood" has become an integral part of the Christian mass. It is representative of Christ giving up His life in place of our sins.

Good Friday Good Friday is also known as Black Friday but should not be mistaken with the post-Thanksgiving Black Friday. It is the day that Jesus had to march to his crucifixion site while carrying an extremely heavy wooden cross.

Jesus was mocked, spit on, tortured, and forced to wear a crown of thorns during His journey after being arrested

by Judas and then suffering at the hands of Pontius Pilate.

After being nailed to the cross at His palms and ankles, Jesus suffered for six hours before He died. Jesus died on the cross for the sins of the people.

Easter Sunday The holiest day of the season is Easter Sunday. On this day, Jesus rose from His tomb. Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and found Jesus missing. Jesus then approached her and showed how he was again alive. His disciples were shocked at the appearance of his resurrected self, furthering their faith in him as the Son of God. From Metro Editorial Services.

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ROLLA NEWS

By Mary Courtney

March 26 – March 28 3rd Grade Reading Assessments 4th Grade Math Assessments March 29 – March 30

State Science Fair in Wichita March 29 – March 31 Easter Break Saturday, March 30 Monthly Dermot Community Supper; 7:00 p.m.

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Rolla seniors enjoy the beach at Roatan in Honduras. Roatan was the first stop of the exciting senior class trip.

Rolla seniors swim in the ocean in Honduras. This is only one of the many activities they participated in on their senior trip.

RHS Senior Class enjoys cruise The Rolla High School Senior Class loaded into suburbans and traveled south to Galveston, Tx., where they boarded a Princess Cruise Liner for their senior class trip.

Their first stop was in Roatan, Honduras. They swam in the ocean, chilled on

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Jennifer Easterwood has lots of fun during the senior class trip to Honduras.

Kori Hall gets into the spirit of things while visiting Cozumel.

Grant allows expansion of ARGH! ARGH! director, Kris Hall, has announced Rolla Schools have received a supplemental grant that will allow the expansion of the ARGH! program. New classes and activities will now be available for community members and ARGH! families.

Quilting will be taught and facilitated Monday nights from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. in the high school dungeon area.

Also ceramics will meet in the basement. Metal working will be in the metal shop.

These three classes are open to all community members as well as the ARGH! families. Basic materials for the classes will be provided for ARGH! families, and community members will cover their cost for materials for the projects. The classes and facili-

ties, however, are free to all.

ARGH! families will also be provided free child care if the parents are attending the community building classes.

Beginning dates for the community building classes will be announced as soon as all equipment arrives at the school.

Another exciting aspect to this new grant will allow for some amazing field trips.

Currently planned are excursions to Topeka, Hutchinson, Air Force Academy and more.

These trips will be offered to junior high and high school students in ARGH! Each student will be allowed to attend two field trips.

More incredible opportunities are being planned, so watch for the announcements!

Taylor Cameron stops for a quick second for this picture while visiting Cozumel.

the beach, and shopped in the unique markets in the city.

The next day, the Princess Liner took the students to Belize where several went cave tubing, while others explored the land and countryside.

The food was excellent in the Central American countries and the group enjoyed new entrees never before experienced in the United States.

The final stop was in Cozumel where the students ate regional Mexican cuisine and toured the city. The city was clean and exciting for the young people and they explored all of the sights and sounds.

Those students on the trip were Roy Guerrero, Dakota Hull, Trevor McGuire, Nick Link, Lupe Garcia, Jeff Eckert, Meredith Light, Jennifer Easterwood, Kori Hall, Taylor Cameron, John Glave, Kennedie Dixon, Chloe Gallagher, Tori Ferrell and Katty Zubia. Sponsors for the class are Kris and Kurt Hall, Zeta and Duane Greene, and Sharna McGuire.

All-Arounders to help at Festival The meeting for the AllAround 4-H club was called to order by Vice-President Mckenzie Hanna March 4, at 6:30 p.m. at the Rolla Civic Center.

Roll call was “What is your favorite thing about 4-H?” Flag salute was done by Jaxon Schwindt and Rylan Williams. Junior Secretary Carlie Jones read the last meetings minutes. The Treasurer’s report was done by Katy Howe.

There were no officers’ reports.

Becky Hanna talked about dates to remember, small and large animal weigh-in, Junior 4-H camp at Lakeside and quality assurance classes. If anyone has questions about dates or times, contact the Extension Office.

In old business Cindy Howe talked about the Grassland Heritage Festival. The Club moved to help work at the Grassland Heritage Festival.

The Club also moved to clean the DeGarmos’ April 1.

In Project Talks/Demonstrations Katy Howe talked about her show box, Carissa Sohm talked about how to care for her cats, and Aspen Sohm talked about rock hunting and geology.

Next month’s meeting will be after the club finishes cleaning at the DeGarmos’.

The meeting adjourned.

Dinner was provided by the Hannas.

By SaKya Milburn, Club Reporter.

Kori Hall, Trevor McGuire and Meredith Light take time for a quick snapshot while enjoying their senior trip aboard the Princess Cruise line.

Retail gas prices fall 3.5¢ Average retail gasoline prices in Kansas have fallen 3.5 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.50 per gallon Sunday, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 1,329 gas outlets in Kansas. This compares with the national av-

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erage that has fallen 2.5 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.64 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 21.4 cents per gallon lower than the same day one year ago and are 17.8 cents per gallon lower than a month ago.

The national average has decreased 9.5 cents per gallon during the last month and stands 21.9 cents per gallon lower than this day one year ago.

"Average gasoline prices have continued to quietly move lower in the last week across much of the United States at a time of year when we historically are accustomed to seeing prices move higher," said GasBuddy.com Senior Petroleum Analyst Patrick DeHaan. "As of late last week, all fifty states saw lower gasoline prices than the same date last year, and the savings at the pump for motorists- while not staggering- amounts to millions of dollars a day," DeHaan said.

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History From The Hermes Compiled by Ruthie Winget

PROVIDE LUNCH FOR WORK DAY—Members of the Methodist women’s Sunday school class and the Altar Society of St. Helen’s Church provided food for lunch for the 40-50 men who razed the ruins of the roundtop building destroyed by fire on the Farrar farm a week ago.

In the picture, front row, left to right are: Mesdames Claude Davis, Walter Farrar, Sadie Farrar, Keith Farrar and June Stegman. In the

back row, left to right, are: Mesdames Elva Wayland, Walter Guyer, F.E. Rohl, Guy Kimzey, Henry Schmidt, Albert Peachey, Margaret Morgan, T.A. Dudley, Orville Gracey, Jess Schroeder, Glenn Gaskill and Gladys Stephenson. Mrs. Hal Sturgeon, Mrs. LaVaun Knier and Mrs. Lodi Slagle sent food. The children in the phtograph are unidentified. From the March 26, 1953, issue of The Hugoton Hermes.

SOCIAL SECURITY NEWS

By Chad Ingram, Social Security District Manager in Hutchinson SPRING INTO RETIREMENT Here are a few important items about Social Security retirement benefits and how to apply for them.

When you work and pay Social Security taxes, you earn “credits” toward Social Security benefits. If you were born in 1929 or later, you need 40 credits (ten years of work) to qualify for retirement benefits.

We determine the amount of your benefit by both how long you work and how much you earn. The higher your lifetime earnings, the higher your monthly benefits. If there were some years when you did not work or had low earnings, your benefit amount may be lower than if you had worked steadily or earned more.

Your age at the time you start receiving Social Security retirement makes a difference in your benefit amount. The full retirement age (the age at which 100 percent of retirement benefits are payable) has been gradually rising from age 65 to age 67. You can take “early retirement” as early as age 62, but if you start collecting benefits before you reach your full retirement age, your monthly payment will be reduced. You can find out what your full retirement age is by referring to the convenient chart at www.socialsecurity.gov/re tire2/retirechart.htm.

Just as you can choose an early retirement and get a reduced payment, you also can choose to keep working beyond your full retirement age to take advantage of a larger payment. Generally, your benefit will increase automatically by eight percent each year from the time you reach your full retirement age until you start receiving your ben-

efits or until you reach age 70.

The decision of when to retire is personal and depends on a number of factors. To help you weigh the factors, we suggest you read our online fact sheet, When To Start Receiving Retirement Benefits, available at www.so cialsecurity.gov/pubs/10147 .html.

You may want to consider your options by using our Retirement Estimator to get instant, personalized estimates of future benefits. You can plug in different retirement ages and scenarios to help you make a more informed retirement decision. Try it out at www.socialsecurity. gov/estimator.

You also can set up an online my Social Security account. You can use your my Social Security account to obtain a copy of your Social Security Statement to check your earnings record and see future estimates of the retirement, disability, and survivor benefits you and your family may receive. Visit www.so cialsecurity.gov/myaccount.

When you decide to retire, the easiest and most convenient way to do it is right from the comfort of your home or office computer. Go to www.socialsecurity.gov where you can apply for retirement benefits in as little as 15 minutes. In most cases, there are no forms to sign or documents to send; once you submit your electronic application, that’s it! You’re done!

Be sure to have your bank account information handy so you can receive your payments electronically. Electronic payment of federal benefits is now mandatory, with few exceptions.

Spring is a great time to turn a new leaf. Spring into

PUBLIC NOTICE

(First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, March 28, 2013) 1t BEFORE THE STATE CORPORATION COMMISSION OF THE STATE OF KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF PIONEER NATURAL RESOURCES USA, INC. FOR AN ORDER PROVIDING FOR THE UNITIZATION AND UNIT OPERATION OF A PART OF THE HUGOTON AND PANOMA COUNCIL GROVE GAS FIELDS IN THE ALTERNATE TRACT UNIT DESCRIBED AS SECTION 13-31S-38W (SE/4), SECTION 24-31S38W (NE/4), SECTION 18-31S-37W (SW/4), SECTION 19-31S-37W (NW/4) IN STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS DOCKET NO. 13-CONS-316-CUNI OPERATOR NO. 04824 CONSERVATION DIVISION NOTICE OF PENDING APPLICATION THE STATE CORPORATION COMMISSION OF THE STATE OF KANSAS TO: ALL OIL AND GAS PRODUCERS AND OIL AND GAS PURCHASERS, ROYALTY OWNERS, LAND OWNERS, AND ALL PERSONS WHOMSOEVER CONCERNED: YOU, and each of you, are hereby notified that PIONEER NATURAL RESOURCES USA, INC., has filed an Application with the State Corporation Commission of the State of Kansas requesting an Order providing for the Uni-

tization and Unit Operation of an Alternate Tract Unit pursuant to K.S.A. 551301, et seq., and the Basic Integrated Proration Order for the Hugoton Gas Field and Panoma Council Grove Gas Field. The unit area subject to the requested Order is as follows: Township 31 South, Range 38 West Section 13: SE/4 Section 24: NE/4 Township 31 South, Range 37 West Section 18: SW/4 Section 19: NW/4 All in Stevens County, Kansas YOU are further notified that unless written protest or request for hearing is received by the State Corporation Commission within 15 days after publication of this Notice, the Application in this matter will be granted pursuant to K.S.A. 77-537 after said 15 day period.

Any such protest or request for hearing should be mailed to the State Corporation Commission of the State of Kansas, Conservation Division, 130 S. Market Room 2078, Wichita, Kansas 67202 and to the Applicant at the address below.

All parties in anywise interested or concerned shall take notice of the foregoing and govern themselves accordingly.

James G. Flaherty, #11177 ANDERSON & BYRD, LLP 216 S. Hickory, P. O. Box 17 Ottawa, Kansas 66067 (785) 242-1234, telephone (785) 242-1279, facsimile jflaherty@andersonbyrd.com Attorneys for Applicant

retirement now! Learn more by reading our publication, Retirement Benefits, at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs /10035.html.

Thursday, April 3, 2008 Carley Chamberlain and Chris Skinner were crowned Prom Queen and King at the Hollywood-themed HHS Prom.

The Southwest Friends of the Arts hosted their ribbon cutting ceremony at the Stevens County Library.

Thursday, April 3, 2003 Easton Hamlin, son of Justin and Nikole Hamlin, will be the opening act for “America’s Most Talented Kids” scheduled for broadcast April 4, 2003, on NBC. The show has been taped and Easton’s mother is very pleased with his performance.

Thursday, April 1, 1993 Hugoton elementary sixth Amanda Spikes, grader daughter of Kirk and Kay Spikes, is the new Spelling Bee Champion. She will represent Stevens County at the 1993 Regional Spelling Bee in Amarillo, Tx., April 17.

Thursday, March 31, 1983 Three athletes will represent Hugoton at the state

STEVENS COUNTY Activity Center - 544-2283 Nutrition Center - 544-8041 ~ Barbara Beeks ~ My goodness, what a weekend. One really never knows what the weather might bring. It looked pretty sad, looking out the window and watching the spring flowers getting covered with snow and ice. Just hope the trees are all ok.

The four sessions of “Master of Memory” began this week. Nancy Honig is presenting the class each Monday from 10:00–10:15 a.m.

We didn’t take the bus to the “Live on Stage”. Wasn’t sure what the streets and roads would be like. As the day progressed, it probably would have been ok. We would rather not take chances.

Have a great week and enjoy Easter Sunday.

Menu Mar. 28 ....BBQ Polish Sausage Mar. 29 .................Hamburgers

Apr. 1.........................Ham Loaf Apr. 2........Chicken Fried Steak Apr. 3 .............................Brisket Apr. 4 ........Smothered Chicken Breasts Activities Schedule Thursday, March 28 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

Bridge.........................................

Friday, March 29 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

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

Saturday, March 30 Cards .........................6:00 p.m.

Sunday, March 31 Easter Sunday Monday, April 1 Master of Memory ....10:00 a.m.

Line Dance.................7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, April 2 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

Wednesday, April 3 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

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

Thursday, April 4 Exercise....................10:30 a.m.

Senior Law...............11:00 a.m.

wrestling tourney at Hays.

They are Dion Louthan, Jeremy Reeder and Brett Grogan.

Thursday, April 5, 1973 Pat Brown, a 17 year old HHS senior, has been selected as “Artist of the Month” by the Serendipity Art Gallery. Pat, daughter of Mr and Mrs. Bob Brown, began her art career as a student of Lindagrace Stephens.

Thursday, April 4, 1963 Earl Bigbee of the Citizens Party was elected mayor of Hugoton in the regular city election. Melvin Webb was re-elected as mayor of Moscow on a write-in ticket.

Manford Dye was elected mayor of Rolla.

Attendance at the dedication ceremonies of the new Hugoton Post Office was near 500 persons and the reception was swelled to a larger number.

Thursday, April 2, 1953

A burglar made a $600 haul of cash and narcotics from the Porter Drug Store early Tuesday by cutting a neat 14x12 inch hole in the roof of the store at Sixth and Main. The break-in was discovered by Jack Porter, owner of the store, and Lottie Watts when they opened the business at 8:00 a.m. Wayne Nordyke, undersheriff, is in charge of the investigation in the absence of E.L. Thornberry, sheriff, who is out of town.

Friday, March 30, 1928 Earl Nix drove a new Ford sedan out from Kansas City the first of this week and will use the new vehicle on his mail route. This will be the first new Ford to be delivered for use in this county.

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

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1:00 PM CT

LOCATION: GRANT COUNTY CIVIC CENTER (Commercial Bldg) 1000 W PATTERSON AVE. ULY, KS 67880

Terms: Cash or Pre-approved check day of sale PHOTO ID REQUIRED TO REGISTER

SALE FOR: Paul Tucker STEVE HIGGS/ AUCTIONEER/ REALTOR® 620-353-0066 RANDY MORRIS/ AUCTIONEER/REALTOR® 620-492-1855 see photos & sale bill at www.higgsauction.com

**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

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PUBLIC NOTICE

(First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, March 14, 2013) 3t ELECTION

Election Day – April 2, 2013 – 7:00am to 7:00pm – All registered voters will vote in the Memorial Hall, except Moscow 209 and Moscow 210 which vote in the Moscow Methodist Church fellowship hall.

Last day to register was March 12, 2013 at 5:00pm. Registration books will reopen on April 3, 2013.

Advance Voting – Mail out ballots – March13, 2013 thru March 29, 2013.

Advance

Voting

–

Walk

ins

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March18, 2013 thru noon April 1, 2013. The ballot must arrive back to the County Clerk’s Office (not at the polling place) by 7:00pm on Election Day. All ballots have to be picked up by the individual or mailed to the individual that is applying for the ballot.

Advance Voting - Sick or disabled – March 18, 2013 thru noon April 2, 2013. The person picking up the ballot for a sick or disabled person will need to come into the County Clerk’s Office and fill out the Affidavit of Assistance form and then take the application form for Advance Voting and the ballot to the person voting. The ballot must arrive back to the County Clerk’s Office by 7:00pm on Election Day.

PUBLIC NOTICE

(First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, March 14, 2013) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS CIVIL DEPARTMENT Bank of America, N.A. Plaintiff, vs.

Zacarias Salvador Zacarias, et al.

Defendants.

and

Jamie

Case No. 10CV14

Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, on April 4, 2013, at 10:00 AM, the following real estate: Lot Twelve (12), in Block Thirtynine (39) in the City of Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, according to the duly filed and recorded plat thereof, commonly known as 408 South Jefferson Street, Hugoton, KS 67951 (the “Property”) to satisfy the judgment in the aboveentitled case. The sale is to be made without appraisement and subject to the redemption period as provided by law, and further subject to the approval of the Court. For more information, visit www.Southlaw.com

Court Number:

Ted Heaton, Sheriff Stevens County, Kansas

Pursuant to K.S.A. Chapter 60 Notice Of Sale Under and by virtue of an Order of Sale issued to me by the Clerk of the District Court of Stevens County, Kansas, the undersigned Sheriff of Stevens County, Kansas, will offer for sale at public auction and sell to the highest bidder for cash in hand, at the Front Door of the Courthouse at

Prepared By: South & Associates, P.C. Megan Cello (KS # 24167) 6363 College Blvd., Suite 100 Overland Park, KS 66211 (913)663-7600 (913)663-7899 (Fax) Attorneys For Plaintiff (113312)

Solution to March 14, 2013 puzzle

HERMES CLASSIFIEDS Deadline for all classified advertising is MONDAY at 5:00 p.m.

All Garage, Yard and/or Moving Sale Ads MUST Be Pre-Paid.

1) Classified ad rate is $.20 per word per insertion. The weekly minimum is $3.35. 2) Classified display advertising rate is $5.00 per column inch. 3) All cards of thanks are charged at the display rate. 4) All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968, which makes it illegal to advertise "any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, children, or national origin or an intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination." This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis.

HELP WANTED HELP WANTED: Need someone to help with special washing occasionally. Some house cleaning.Call 428-5033.

(2c12)

-------------HELP WANTED G+Ag, Inc., an ag retail & fabrication business, is seeking a full-time Parts & Inventory Specialist to join our staff.

For additional info, call 620-428-6086 (tfc13)

High Plains Educational Cooperative is seeking Paras for Elkhart Grade and High Schools.

Apply at USD 218 District Office.

(2c13) PUBLIC NOTICE The City of Hugoton will be making appointments to the Golf Course Board.

If interested in serving, please send a letter of interest to PO Box 788, Hugoton, Ks. 67951 or an email to thicks@pld.com. Letters of interest must be received by Monday, April 8, 2013 at 5:00 p.m.

(2c13)

TRUCK DRIVER WITH CURRENT CDL Benefits Included ~ Home Every Night

Please inquire at 428-5180 or 544-8889 APPLY NOW!!!

Stop looking for just a job and start a career today!!

We are hiring for immediate positions at our Bartlett III Feedyard outside Sublette, Ks. Yard/Mill Maintenance Cattle Processors Pen Riders Bartlett has a full-benefit package with: paid vacation, health and life insurance premium paid 100% for employee, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match and profit sharing for all full-time employees.

Apply in person or call today Bartlett Cattle Company, LP Hwy US 83 & US 160 Sublette, Ks. 800-860-7290 EOE/AA/D/V/Drug Screent/ Background Checks (2c2)

HUGOTON USD 210 is accepting applications for an Elementary School secretary.

Bilingual is required. This will be a full-time position and includes a single health benefit. This position will include additional duties. Applications are available at Central Office, 205 E. Sixth Street or on the District Web site. Application deadline is April 8.

(2c13)

CITY COUNCIL POSITION The City of Hugoton has an open position on the City Council.

If interested in serving your community, please provide a letter of interest to the City Clerk’s Office at: 631 S. Main or to PO Box 788, Hugoton, KS 67951.

Applications must be received by April 8, 2013, at 5:00 p.m.

The successful applicant will fulfill a two-year unexpired term.

2c12

Natural Gas Engine Mechanic

Apply in person at G+Ag, Inc. 1114 Road A, South of Hugoton • 620-428-6086

(tfc13)

IMPERIAL SECURITY 8 Officers Needed Officers $9-$11 per hour Lead Officers $11-$13 per hour

Call 866-840-2066 (tfc4)

Direct Support Coordinator Mosaic provides a life of possibilities for individuals with intellectual disabilities. We support them and empower the pursuit of their goals. We celebrate their successes, even if that success is as simple as the pursuit itself. Currently, we are seeking an energetic flexible leader for the position of Direct Support Coordinator in our Liberal, KS location.

The Direct Support Coordinator will direct and coordinate the operations of the residential and day services program and is operated in compliance with all regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and within the assigned budget. Monitors personnel management, program plan implementation, coordination of appointments and activities for individuals served, facility maintenance, and management of individual financial accounts. Will supervise up to four front line managers. This is a salary position starting at $35,880.

Qualified candidates will possess a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field. Minimum of four years of experience in a related field, with at least one year in a supervisory or management capacity.

Mosaic in Liberal provides community based residential, community, day programs, and children's services to people with intellectual disabilities. We employ 75 persons in Liberal serving 73 individuals. The ability to motivate and lead through influence will be a major key to success.

For more information, contact Palmira Delgado, Human Resource Specialist 441 N. Industrial Ave., Liberal, Ks. 67901 Ph: 620-624-3817, ext. 18 Fax: 620-624-4507

(tfc8)

TRANSPORT DRIVERS WANTED

for very progressive, family-oriented company.

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

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

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

RN/LPNs NEEDED MORTON COUNTY CARE CENTER & SPECIAL CARE UNIT MORTON COUNTY HEALTH SYSTEM Elkhart, Kansas

We are looking for RN/LPNs to work in a 60-bed Long Term Care Unit and 20-bed Special Care Unit, both housed in the Morton County Care Center. We offer a competitive wage and benefit package for employees.

At this time we are offering a $2000 sign-on bonus for any RN/LPN that will sign on to a two-year contract with our facility.

(After meeting Hiring Requirements) Human Resource Director Director of Nursing PO Box 937, Elkhart, KS 67950 PO Box 937, Elkhart, KS 67950 Ph: 620-697-5250 Ph: 620-697-2728 Fax: 620-697-5290 Fax: 620-697-2717 Email: hro@mchswecare.com Email: cnc@mchswecare.com

(2c12)

MORTON COUNTY CARE CENTER SPECIAL CARE UNIT CERTIFIED NURSE AIDES We are looking for individuals that are highly motivated, with great organizational and communication skills and are a certified nurse aide. We have multiple positions available in the Care Center and Special Care Unit. As part of our team, you will enjoy a competitive salary with an excellent benefit program in a progressive and challenging environment. To obtain more information on this and other excellent job opportunities, contact: Human Resource Director PO Box 937, Elkhart, Ks. 67950 Ph: 620-697-5250 Email: hro@mchswecare.com

(2c12)

needed to join our staff at G+Ag, Inc. Full-time position for a team player.

Cummins and CAT engine knowledge a plus.

Must have organizational skills, be attentive to detail and a self-starter, willing to learn, willing to clean and able to work in a busy environment with varying duties.

Ask for Carl

Premier Alfalfa, Inc.

(1c13)

CURRENT OPENINGS AT STEVENS COUNTY HOSPITAL, MEDICAL CLINIC AND PIONEER MANOR NURSING HOME Pioneer Manor is seeking flexible individuals for the household coordinator position in Wheatfield and Cimarron Households. Duties include social services, day-to-day functioning of households, direct resident care, scheduling and staffing, and resident care planning. This job is for 8 hour shifts 5 days a week with some weekends and holidays. Requirements: CNA licensure, Basic Life Support, Social Service Designee preferred but not required. Please inquire through Human Resources at Stevens County Hospital, 620-544-8511.

(2c8) Stevens County Healthcare is searching for Full-time RNs, LPNs and CMAs to work at Pioneer Manor Nursing Home. These positions are for the day and 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 daytime 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.

(4c3) Stevens County Healthcare has a position open at Pioneer Manor in the Dietary Department for a Homemaker. Hours include day and evening, some weekends and holidays. Need to have an understanding of basic food preparation, food safety and sanitation important for this position. Homemaker will be working in a household preparing breakfast to order as the residents arrive in the dining room and also preparing salads, desserts and breads for the lunch and supper meal. All interested candidates contact Robyn Medina in Human Resources (620) 544-8511 or pick up application. (4x12)

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FOR SALE FOR SALE: Prom dresses, Medium size. Call 620-4531622.

(2p12) --------------FOR SALE: 2001 Ford F250 4x4 Extended Cab. Runs good, everything works fine. $4000. 2003 Ford F150 4x4 Crew Cab. 250,000 miles. Really good shape. $6500. 620544-5916 (tfc13) ---------------

leuth vings S Be a Sa ith w rmes The He s ed Classifi

FOR SALE: 2004 Ford 4-door pickup. 620-453-0385. (1p13) --------------FIREWOOD FOR SALE

Oak, Piñon, Mesquite, Pecan & More

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

Delivery & stacking available

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Call DJ @ 620-430-1273 Days 620-428-6127 Evenings (tfc)

RABBITS FOR SALE 2 month old chinchilla rabbits, 3 white, 1 dark gray & 1 light gray, $10 each.

Call 544-4902 after 5:00 p.m. (tfc)

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

1035 S Van Buren-Nice 2 bed/1 b, cen H/A, att garage, circle drive, sprinkler, fence, storage shed. A Must See!!

Bid to consist of 16 Toro DT35 sprinkler heads and control stations needed. See Rick at the course for specifications.

Phone: 620-544-8269 Bids are due April 10, 2013 12:00 p.m. at the golf course. Forewinds Golf Course Board reserves the right to refuse any and all bids.

The Hugoton Cemetery District is offering for sale two John Deere riding lawn mowers.

One is a 2010 tractor mower, 22 HP, 42” cut, 347 hours.

The other is a 2010 zero-turn mower, 18.5 HP, 42” cut, 497 hours.

The mowers can be seen at the Hugoton Cemetery Sexton’s shed.

Sealed bids must be received by Monday, April 8, 2013 at 5:00 p.m.

Bids must be shown both numerically and spelled out.

Bids may be delivered to City Hall at 631 S. Main or mailed to PO Box 788, Hugoton, KS. 67951.

(2c13)

KIWANIS AUCTION

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

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!!

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

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

Dallas Light (owner)

217 N Jackson- Nice Brick Ranch, 3 bed/3 b, full basement, fpl, fence, workshop...much, much more!! Call today!!

3 Bedrooms, 2-Car Garage, Large Shop, Travel Trailer Cement Pad for Hookups, Full Basement, Approximately 6 Acres.

Please call David Light at 544-9763.

David Light 620-544-9763 Fax: 620-356-5462 Office: 620-356-5808 faulkner@pld.com

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!!

www.FaulknerRealEstate.com

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

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

Feature Of The Week

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 L i fe

Project Hope

An Encouragement Group

6:30 ~ 8:00 p.m. Mondays Assembly of God, 138 S. Main (park in back lot)

Bills included, washer and dryer, and cable. Call 544-2232.

(tfc)

Handicap Accessible Apartment Now Available • Must be 62 or disabled to qualify • Rent based on adjusted income • All electric appliances • Coin-operated laundry facilities • NO yard work MORE!!

For information, AND call Plaza Office Or Call Selia Crawford at 544-2182 If no answer, leave message 544-4011 (tfc6) (tfc11)

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)

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

Chance Yoder

Happy Easter

Your Snapper Dealer

3 Bedroom, 3 Full Bath, 1607 Monroe in Hugoton

Call 620-544-2126 or 620-544-5343

620-544-5499 or 620-428-2929

Call today to schedule a tour!

620-544-7605

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

Handy Haulers

Lawn Mowing/Odd Jobs

Kelly Mace

910 Van Buren 544-4403 or 453-9098 26p12

Fenced-in backyard Huge corner lot

600 E. 11th

Call 321-615-1553 or 620-655-6399

Open House 10 am - 5 pm Saturday, March 30

IN STOCK *Carpet *Tile *Laminate *Vinyl

(tfc)

3 Bedroom/ 2 Bath

LAWN PRO Will Schnittker

620-544-1517 FDT ELECTRIC

(tfc34)

Frankie Thomas, owner Licensed & Insured Over 30 years’ experience in Residential & Commercial Wiring

544-5915 or 544-7776

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

See YOUR ad here!

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

Call 620-544-4321 or email hermesma@pld.com to see YOUR business here!

2 Car Garage, Full Basement!

708 E. Fourth

Call 620-544-2500 for showing!

(4c13)

FOR SALE BY OWNER

PUBLIC NOTICE

(First published in the Hugoton Hermes, Wednesday, March 27, 2013) 1t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS

3 Bedroom/3.5 Bath 3000 Sq. Ft., Basement, basement, new windows & roof, 2 car attached garage, large corner lot.

HOME REPAIR & LAWN CARE

Alan D. Higgins, Owner

(1c13)

FOR SALE BY OWNER

We will also build to your specifications and budget.

S

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

(tfc46)

(tfc21)

NEW CONSTRUCTION

Beautiful 3bed/2bath apartment home, all appliances, washer/dryer connection, private patio or balcony, kids’ playground, pets welcome.

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

(tfc11)

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.

1200 S. Main ~ 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths Finished Basement, Oversized 2-car garage

3rd Tuesdays - 1:00 p.m.

3rd Thursdays - 5:15 p.m.

Chapel at Pioneer Manor

BUSINESS and PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY Small Engine Repair

HOUSE FOR SALE BY OWNER

603 Fifth Street in Rolla

(tfc15)

Pioneer Manor Family Support Group

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

(150p49-12) ---------------

OD’s SHOP

FOR SALE BY OWNER

ced!

Redu e c i r P

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

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

1030 S. Main (tfc37)

WANTED

HOME FOR SALE 910 S. Coulter Hugoton, Ks.

(tfc13)

AL-Anon Family Group

FOR SALE BY OWNER

FOR RENT: 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments. Furnished or unfurnished.

f f 1s t $ 25 0 o en t ! ’s r m o nt h

HOME FOR SALE 201 6th Ave, Rolla

SOLD

SOLD

Karen Yoder

FOR RENT

Sunflower Plaza

REAL ESTATE

902 S. Harrison - Move in ready!!! 2 bed/1 b, beautiful kitchen, wood floors and carpet, deck, paved patio, fence, cen H/A!! Great starter home!! Call for appt!!

Chance Yoder - Salesperson Agricultural Land Residential & Commercial Specialist

MENDING/PATCHING: Will do mending & patching, 522 W. Seventh, Hugoton. 620-428-6592.

(3p13) --------------KIRBY SUPPLIES & SERVICE: Spring Cleaning? Need service or supplies for your Kirby vacuum? Please call your factory authorized rep Jeff at 800-821-5050.

(6p12) --------------SATELLITE TV: Call JAY D’s Satellite for LOCAL service!

New installs - upgrades - Dish Moves - Remotes. Dish and DirecTV 800-952-9634. www.jayd satellite.com. (tfc48) ---------------

124 S. Jefferson St. - 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath ranch style home. Home being sold as a short sale.

307 N. Kansas, Suite 101 Liberal, KS 67901

darrin.hewitt@fbfs.com

Karen Yoder- 544-4161 or Cellphone 544-3730

SERVICES OFFERED

CT ONTRA

(620) 624-1212 BUSINESS

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

(tfc2)

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

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

Turn in your consignments to: Walter McClure 544-4202, Ron Brewer 544-8985 or any other Hugoton Kiwanis Club Member

at

(620) 428-1042 CELLULAR

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

SOLD

K IWANIS AUC TION March 29 & 30, 2013

Don’t miss it! Sales begin at 10:00 a.m.

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.

SOLD

for improvements to the driving range sprinkler system.

712 E. 5th St.

REALTOR® Associate

ACCEPTING BIDS Forewinds Golf Course, Hugoton, Ks. now taking bids (2c13)

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

CT ONTRA

SOLD

MOVING SALE: Tuesday, March 26, Wednesday, March 27, Thursday, March 28 and Friday, March 29, 4:00 - 8:00 p.m., 715 Van Buren. Furniture, Lawn Equipment & Much More!

New Things Every Day! (2p12) --------------GARAGE/MOVING SALE: Friday, March 29, 4:00 - 8:00 p.m., and Saturday, March 30, 8:00 a.m. - ???, 1037 S. Adams, Lots of Kitchen Items - Most Brand New, Tons of Household Items and Miscellaneous. Don’t Miss It! ---------------

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

DARRIN HEWITT

GARAGE SALES

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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!

In the Matter of the Marriage of Rosalinda Chavez and Juan Carlos Chavez Case No. 12-DM-62

900 S. Jackson

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 27, 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

Call 620-544-1898 or 620-544-6768

(2p13)

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

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

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Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce News Seaboard Farms, second largest hog producer in the United States Seaboard has been selected as the featured business by the Hugoton Area Chamber of Commerce. Seaboard Foods is one of the largest vertically integrated pork producers and processors in the United States. Seaboard Foods produces and sells fresh, frozen and processed pork products to further processors, foodservice operators, grocery stores, retail outlets and other distributors in the United States. Internationally, Seaboard sells to distributors in Japan, Mexico, Russia, Korea and other foreign markets.

Seaboard Foods' live production facilities are located in Oklahoma, Kansas, Texas and Colorado. Stevens County holds two live production facilities. These facilities consist of genetic and

commercial breeding, farrowing, nursery and finishing buildings. Seaboard Foods produces approximately four million hogs each year, making Seaboard the second largest hog producer in the United States. The facilities are supported by their six centrally located feed mills. One of the feed mills is located outside of Hugoton, in Stevens County, and the other one in Leoti. Optima, Ok. houses another of the feed mills. At the facility in Guymon, Ok., Seaboard processes approximately five million hogs annually.

This plant operates at double shift capacity and processes about 18,500 hogs each day. Seaboard also owns Daily's® Premium Meats including its two bacon processing facilities in Salt Lake City,

Ut. and Missoula, Mt. These plants produce raw and pre-cooked bacon primarily for foodservice use.

Seaboard Foods also has an exclusive agreement to market the pork products produced at Triumph Foods’ processing plant in St. Joseph, Mo. The producer-owners of Triumph Foods have a similar integrated business model ensuring their products will be consistent with those from the Guymon plant.

Seaboard Foods' vertically integrated approach allows them to have significant control over the chain of production and processing, resulting in end products which are of the highest quality.

Seaboard Foods formed High Plains Bioenergy - a wholly owned subsidiary to focus on renewable en-

Seaboard Foods has live production facilities in Stevens County and Morton County.

Seaboard also has offices in Rolla and Guymon, Ok. The company produces approximately four million hogs each year, making them the second largest hog producer in the United States.

Seaboard Foods Feed Mill, located in Stevens County, is just one of their six centrally located ergy sources from the Seaboard Foods integrated system. In March 2008, High Plains Bioenergy opened a biodiesel plant next to the Guymon pork processing plant. The plant has a capacity to produce 30 million gallons annually and uses vegetable oils and animal fat, including pork fat from the Guymon plant, as the feedstock for biodiesel.

Seaboard Corporation is a unique company with a rich history dating back more than 90 years. Although the company has evolved over time through acquisitions, partnerships and internal growth, its roots are in grain and agriculturally derived products. Common to all their endeavors, they strive to distinguish themselves in the industries they select.

Today, Seaboard oper-

feed mills. These facilities help support the live production facilities in the surrounding areas.

ates globally through a network of integrated service oriented companies.

Seaboard Corporation is comprised of a group of uniquely integrated and innovative companies with a broad global presence.

Their main businesses include: • Seaboard Foods, an integrated producer of premium pork products, and a leading pork producer and processor in the United States.

• Seaboard Marine, a containerized shipping service between the United States, the Caribbean Basin, and Central and South America.

• Commodity Trading and Milling, an international grain processing and trading business with primary operations in Africa, South America, and the Caribbean.

• Tabacal Agroindustria, a vertically integrated sugar and citrus producer and processor located in Argentina marketing its products in both domestic and international markets.

• Transcontinental Capital Corporation, an independent power producer in the Dominican Republic serving both public and private users and distributors of electricity.

• Butterball, the largest integrated vertically turkey producer in the United States.

In all their business activities, Seaboard Corporation emphasizes the customer's requirements and needs. Over 10,000 employees worldwide work diligently to provide products and services to their large and diverse customer base.

THIS PAGE IS SPONSORED BY THE AREA BUSINESSES BELOW SHOP LOCALLY AND HELP SUPPORT OUR COMMUNITY

GLB SERVICES Ag First Bldg.

1026 S. Main 544-2121

Open Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

544-8686

HI-PLAINS LUMBER 507 S. Main Hugoton

544-4304

Liberal Office Machine

STEVENS COUNTY GAS AND HISTORICAL MUSEUM

1015 N. Kansas Liberal, Ks 67901 620-624-5653

544-8751 Winter Hours Mon.-Fri. 1:00-5:00 p.m.

Saturdays 2:00-4:00 p.m.

SPRAYING - SEEDING - FERTILIZING

516 S. Main 544-8660

ROME FARMS

544-8991 Keith, Dave & Steve Rome

Call TERRY at 544-4361 10% discount on 30 day accounts

Yvonne, Kim, Kirk, Teri, Dennis, Linda & Mari 1026 S. Main 620-544-8011

601 S. Main St., Hugoton, KS 67951 (620) 544-4331 csbks.com

Elkhart - 697-2657

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