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Hugoton graduates honored Saturday morning with plenty of pomp and circumstance

The Hugoton High School Class of 2018 graduated Saturday, May 19 in Hugoton. Processional was provided by the high school band directed by Ms. Amy Freeman. Invocation was given by Class President Dallie Hoskinson. HHS Principal Mrs.

Melody Witt welcomed everyone and recognized the faculty. Recognition of mothers was set to “Becoming Me” by Matthew West. Special music was provided by representatives of the senior class, “Flashlight” by Jessie J featuring solos by

Marlyn Heger, Jaysa Featherston and Skylar Wills with director Mrs. Renee Beesley. Valedictorian was Britta Beesley.

Salutatorian was Rodrigo Sanchez. Abraham Garcia Aguirre introduced the commencement speaker Mr. Nick Rodriguez.

Mrs. Witt acknowledged three HHS students with dual high school and college graduation: Chance Brack, Adan Vera and Eric Perry.

Mrs. Witt presented the Class of 2018. USD 210 Board of Education President Mr. Mike Persinger, assisted by school board members, accepted the class and awarded the diplomas. Class Secretary Marlyn Heger gave the Students of the Hugoton Learning Academy graduated Sunday, benediction.

A total of $94,350 worth May 20. Left to right are Jennifer Burnett, Susie Bartach, Earnest scholarships were Boschman, Bertha Aguilar, Elizabeth Friesen, Maria Cabrera, of Maria Cruz, Ricarda Delgado Aguilar, Ashley Diane Mangus and awarded to the GraduatBarb Trujillo. Congratulations!! ing Class of 2018 Friday,

Tiny celebrates BIG birthday The family of Margaret “Tiny” Burrows invites her

Tiny Burrows

friends and family to celebrate her one hundredth birthday at a come-and-go reception from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Saturday, June 2 at the Hugoton First Christian Church.

Margaret was born June 6, 1918.

She was married to Lee Burrows for 74 years before his passing in 2011.

In lieu of gifts, the family requests a card shower.

Those who cannot attend the reception are invited to send cards directly to Margaret at 713 S. Jackson, Hugoton, Ks. 67951.

Memorial Day services planned This Memorial Day, Monday, May 28, the community is invited to attend one of the area’s Memorial Day services.

Moscow’s service will be at the Moscow Cemetery 9:00 a.m. with Pastor

Larry Bradford of Trinity Baptist. There will also be a service at Hugoton Cemetery at 10:00 a.m. with Pastor Don Quattlebaum from River of Life Church.

Hugoton High School Class of 2018 celebrate their official graduation and get to enjoy their

May 11 during the Senior Showcase. Listed are the scholarships awarded.

Garden City Community College R. Schreiber

own tradition of the releasing of the red and blue

Memorial Scholarship Salma Avalos Garden City Community College Dean’s Scholarships (Top 25%) -

Dawson Burnett, Abigail Marioni Garden City Community College: Skip Mancini, See GRADS, page 8

Commissioners reminded to enroll for CodeRed emergency notifications

The Stevens County Board of County Commissioners met in regular session Monday, May 21, 2018 with all members, Pat Hall, Joe D. and Tron Thompson Stegman present. County Clerk Amy Jo Tharp, County Counselor Paul Kitzke and RoGlenda Coulter from The Hugoton Hermes were also present.

The agenda for the morning was a short one and included Robert Lucero at 8:45; Shed Bid Opening - 9:00; Tony Martin - 9:30; Darin Heger/Vernon Anderson 10:00; Extension Board 10:30. The following includes highlights from the morning; official minutes can be seen at the Clerk’s office.

When this reporter arrived the Commissioners were talking with Robert Lucero about issues around the courthouse. They talked about reseeding the accidentally killed grass in front of the Memorial Hall and Law Enforcement Center. Concrete was talked about - it could save a lot of money down the line - water, fertilizer etc.

More checking will be done.

Next on the agenda was the opening of bids for the sheds at the Fitness Center.

Around 30 bids were sent in.

Kenny Burrows turned in the highest bid for the gray 12’x12’ double door shed for $900 and the brown 10’x12’ single door shed for $700.

Jeremy Hogg had the high bid for the white carport / shed combo with the bid of $2,276. Bid winners are to move the sheds within 30 days and pay before moving.

Rodney Kelling checked in for Fire/EMS. He reports Stevens County is still in extreme drought and the burn ban is still on. Both Hugoton and Moscow banned fireworks in their city limits. It was requested The Hermes run the CodeRed system address to sign up for notifications of emergency events.

The address is as follows: https://public.coderedweb. com/CNE/en-US/ BF15DF7801E2 - there you will find instructions for how to enroll in CodeRed. Tony Martin from Road and Bridge gave his report.

They have started their overlay projects. They are also patching and other odds and ends. They used to do 40 miles and with the cuts they are now doing only 16. Tony said they are seeing patches of bindweed and will be relaying the locations to the Weed Department. They also talked about the road to be built. The surrounding landowners have been notified. The fencing situation will have to be talked about more.

Commissioners asked Tony about the hauling of dirt for the Moscow water treatment ponds. This was costly to the R&B budget, but it helped Moscow tremendously with the costs of this project. Costs of repairs to older machines are adding up. The older machines are costing around $20,000 to keep them running - the newer machines cost $0 to maintain.

Vernon Anderson was present, so the Commissioners visited with him about junky locations around the county. It was decided to continue writing letters.

The fencing on a rented

parcel of county ground was discussed. It was decided the permanent fence-posts could be paid in part by the county in the amount not to exceed $600.

Ted Heaton checked in for the Sheriff’s Department.

Darin Heger and Vernon Anderson were next for the public hearing for a T-Mobile Tower location. No one showed up to protest, so a resolution was signed by Darin and the Commissioners to allow it. The hearing closed.

Commissioners were told about leaking double doors to the Memorial Hall. After much discussion - they opted to call Southwest Glass.

The Extension Board was next, represented by Don Beesley, and Ron and Nancy Honig. They brought in the budget for 2019 and visited with the Commissioners about the details. They were reminded it is expected for the valuation will be down even more.

Last meeting minutes were approved, meeting adjourned.

Local track athletes will head to State Rolla High School’s State qualifying track stars are Allyson Norton, Troikeyia “TreTre” Cooper, Kaberlin Hull, Alexandra Hart and Melanie Norton. The girls’ 4x100 meter relay team qualified for competition, as well as Allyson Norton in discus. Alexandra Hart will have a busy day, competing in four events at State: HHS athletes Joseph Sanchez, Jahaziel Garcia, Eric Perry, Ethan Fox, the 4x100 relay, 100 meter hurdles, high jump and triple jump. Alexandra also Jacob Eckert, Carter Coziahr, Dawson Kerbow, Mitchell Hamlin and set a school record in the hurdles at the Regional meet! Photo courtesy of USD Abraham Garcia will represent the Eagles at the State track & field 217 Facebook page. competition this coming weekend in Wichita.

INDEX Obituaries .......................................2-3 Sports ........................................1B-2B Moscow............................................3B Memorial Day ........................4B-5B

Rolla ...................................................6B Looking Back .................................7B Classifieds ...............................8B-9B State Track....................................10B

Jaylen Mendez will compete for MHS in the 300 and 110 Axel Granillo qualifies meter hurdles as well for State in discus and as the 100 meter the 200 meter dash. dash at State.

OBITUARIES INSIDE Geraldyne Bloom Zachary Chapman LaNell Forward Yolanda Gonzales Paul Hershey

Austin Olson Jacob Peters Conner Smith Stephen Spencer Kenneth Wasson

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Yolanda Gonzales The death of Yolanda Gonzales, age 68 of Ulysses, has been learned. Mrs. Gonzales passed from this life Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at her home.

She was born September 3, 1949 in Beeville, Tx, the daughter of Locario “Lucky” Perez and the former Maria Adames.

January 15, 1966, Yolanda married Leopoldo “Lee” Gonzales. She attended the Cosmetology program at Garden City Community College and was a beautician from 1977 – 1983.

Mrs. Gonzales was a member of Mary, Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Ulysses. She was a Director of Caritas and led a prayer group at the church.

Yolanda was always helping anyone in need.

Survivors include her husband Lee of their home; sons, Ernie Gonzales of Ulysses, Rodney Gonzales of Lakin and James Gonzales of Fort Worth, Tx.; daughter Jessica Heath of Ulysses; brothers, Richard Perez, Robert Perez, Rudy Perez and Raul Perez all of Ulysses, Ramie Perez of Trinidad, Co. and Ruben Perez of Liberal; sisters, Dora Garza of

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Ulysses and Viola Branson of Ft. Lauderdale, Fl.; 12 grandchildren; and seven greatgrandchildren. “I love you to heaven and back, and you can’t go any further than that.”

Yolanda is preceded in death by her parents Lucky and Maria Perez.

Vigil and rosary services were attended Friday, May 18 with funeral mass Saturday morning, both at Mary, Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Ulysses with Reverend Peter Fernandez officiating. Interment followed at Ulysses Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Breast Cancer Awareness Foundation or St. Catherine Hospice in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave, Ulysses, Ks. 67880.

Conner Smith Death has claimed the life of Conner Lee Smith, 19 of Tyrone, Ok. Conner passed from this life Sunday, May 20, 2018 at Southwest Medical Center in Liberal.

Conner was born February 5, 1999 in Liberal, the son of Donovan James and Jennifer Lynn Bennett Smith. He attended school and grew up in Tyrone, graduating from Tyrone High School with the Class of 2017. He was a member of the National Honor Society and played football and his senior year the Bobcats were undefeated Champions in District, won Regional, Area and were State semifinalists.

His senior basketball team were champions of District, Regional, Area and State quarter finalists.

Conner completed his freshman year of college, majoring in elementary education at Northwestern Oklahoma State University in Alva, Ok. At college he competed in intramural football, basketball and softball.

An active member of the Hooker Church of Christ in Hooker, Ok., he was also a member of HCCYG youth group and an intern at the Church of Christ Bible Chair in Alva, Ok. Conner played bass guitar in the school band, enjoyed camping and fishing, which he did last Friday, and was

OBITUARIES

an avid video gamer.

He is preceded in death by his grandfather Jason Smith.

Conner’s family include his parents Donovan and Jennifer Smith of Tyrone; brother Zackary Smith of Tyrone; grandparents, Steve and Lynn Bennett of Garden City and grandmother Brenda Smith of Liberal.

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, May 25 at the Tyrone High School gymnasium in Tyrone.

Officiating will be Pastor Rex Petty, Lance Morrisett and Clay Witt. Interment will follow in Tyrone Cemetery directed by Roberts Brothers Funeral Home in Hooker, Ok. Memorials are suggested to the Conner Smith Scholarship for Tyrone High School and may be left at Roberts Brothers Funeral Home, Box 745, Hooker, Ok. 73945.

Friends and family gathered this week to remember and honor LaNell Kay Gregg Forward. Mrs. Forward, 55, passed from this life Sunday, May 13, 2018 at Southwest Medical Center in Liberal.

Born in Beaver, Ok, March 20, 1963, LeNell was the daughter of Bobbie Leon Greeg and Vivian Dee Gemes Gregg.

She graduated from Beaver High School in 1981.

January 3, 2018 LaNell and Steve Forward were married in the Lonestar Church of Hugoton.

LaNell worked for the Madden Oil Company as their office manager.

Survivors include her husband Steve of rural Hugoton; two sons, Stevie Forward and wife Amanda of Chickasha, Ok. and Kevin Christensen and wife Lorie of Blanchard, Ok.; her brother Gary Gregg of Woodward, Ok.; sister Linda McGlaun of McLeau, Tx.; niece Cathy Clements; nephew Clayton Gregg; her seven grandchildren; and one great grandchild.

LeNell is preceded in death by her parents;

Austin Olson Word has been received of the death of Austin Kelly Olson. Austin, age 18 of Tyrone, Ok., passed away early Sunday morning, May 20, 2018 at Liberal. Austin is the son of former Moscow resident Wehnoka (Reece) Raus.

He was born June 5, 1999 to Travis Olson and Wehnoka (Reece) Raus at Liberal.

Austin was a graduate of Tyrone High School; Class of 2017, where he was a Valedictorian along with Conner Smith. Austin was active in sports all through school and had received athletic awards. many Austin enjoyed weightlifting, football, fishing, EATING, working on his cars, and listening to music. Austin also loved his family and spending time with his brother Ethan and his little sister Porsche.

Survivors include his mother Wehnoka Raus and husband Richard of Collinsville, Ok; father Travis Olson and wife Candice of Tyrone; brother Ethan Reece of Collinsville, Ok; sister Porsche Olson of Tyrone; grandparents, Greg and Sally Reece of Coweta, Ok. and Linda Olson of Tyrone; and his several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Austin was preceded in death by his grandfather

Stephen Spencer Word has been received of the death of Stephen H. Spencer. Stephen, 24 of Pampa, Tx., passed away Thursday, May 17, 2018 in Pampa.

Stephen was born October 11, 1993 in Perryton, Tx. When he was little, his mother worked in a homeless shelter and Stephen was instrumental in obtaining Christmas gifts for each of the 41 children at the shelter.

He excelled in math and science in elementary school and was a 2012 graduate of Pampa High School.

Stephen had a kind heart.

He loved his family and loved being close to his cousins. His heroes were his “PaPa” Henry Spencer, and his big sister Brooke Courtney.

Survivors include his mother Barbara Taylor; two

brothers, Clifford Spencer and Reece Taylor; sister Brooke Courtney; grandmother Pam SpencerLowery; grandfather Joe Parson; five aunts, Shayla Winegeart, Stacie Winegeart, Stephanie Moore and husband Sam, Florence Hensley and Laura Martinez; four uncles, Joe Parson, Jason Parson, Tracey Parson and Johnny Parson; 18 cousins, Shannon Smith, Eddy Spencer, Charles

brother-in-law Gene McGlaun; and nephew - in law Rusty Clements.

Funeral services were attended Tuesday afternoon, May 22 at the Lone Star Friends Church of rural Hugoton. Cremation has taken place.

Memorials may be made in LaNell’s name to the Lone Star Friends Church in care of Brenneman Funeral Home, 1212 West Second, Liberal, Ks 67901.

Spencer, Jr., Shylah Smith, Shandon Smith, Kaedance Moore, Jayce Moore, Kynlee Moore, Kambree Moore, Natalie Silva, Kenzie Silva, Lexie Bolch, Rylan Garcia, Kinsley Parson, Emma Trout, Maegan Pugh, Bryna Parson and Kyler Parson; his three nephews; and one niece.

Stephen was preceded in death by his grandparents, Henry Spencer, Bob Welsh, Shirley Parson, Darlene Adams and Betty Haws; and his great grandfather, George Seyb.

Memorial services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 26 at Carmichael-Whatley Colonial Chapel of Pampa with Melford Hanks officiating.

Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of CarmichaelWhatley Funeral Directors.

Ronald Olson; uncle Kelly Olson; great great grandmother Mabel Roland; and great grandfather John Reece.

There will be no viewing as the casket will remain closed as requested by the family.

A shared funeral service for Austin and Conner Lee Smith is planned for 10:00 am Friday, May 25 at the Tyrone High School Gymnasium with Pastor Rex Petty, Lance Morrisett and Clay Witt presiding. Burial will take place in the Tyrone Cemetery.

Memorials are suggested to the Tyrone Booster Club in care of Miller Mortuary, PO Box 826, Liberal, Ks 67905-0826

Jacob Peters The death of Jacob G. Peters is being mourned. Mr. Peters, 71, passed from this life Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at Wichita.

He was born May 25, 1946 in Chihuahua, Mexico, the son of Jacob Peters and the former Helen Grinick, July 9, 1967, he and Mary L. Loewen were married in Mexico.

Jacob worked for Sunbelt Feeders as night watchman for 30 years.

Survivors include wife Mary Peters of the home; three sons, Jake Peters and wife Wendy of Topeka, John Peters and wife Niki of Edmond, Ok. and Abe Peters of

Hiawatha; two daughters, Tina Anderson and husband Vernon of Hugoton and Martha Anderson and husband Matthew of Shawnee; his three brothers, Abe Peters of Paraguau, South America, and John Peters and Henry Peters both of Canada; sister Helen Martin of Mexico; five grand children; and many other relatives and friends.

Graveside services were attended Saturday morning, May 19 at Hugoton Cemetery with Pastor Pam Peachey presiding. Paul’sRobson Funeral Home of Hugoton was in charge of arrangements.

Geraldyne “Jeri” Bloom Word has been received of the death of Geraldyne “Jeri” Bloom.

Geraldyne, 89, passed away Tuesday, May 15, 2018 at Brookdale Liberal Springs in Liberal.

Born October 7, 1928, Jeri was the daughter of Fred and Pansy Hazel Langhofer. She spent many of her fondest years on their family ranch southeast of Kismet.

Geraldyne spoke often about the many memories of riding horses for hours alongside her dad.

Jeri attended schools in Kismet and Liberal, graduating from the Kismet High School in 1946.

September 8, 1946 Jeri and Norman Bloom were married. They headed west to Colorado in 1949, trading her horse riding for tractor driving - they purchased farm ground north of Seibert, Co. in an area called Sucker’s Flats.

Being young and new to the area, the local banker loaned them the necessary money based on the “honest look on their faces”. Jeri and Norman later expanded their farming business which required “suitcasefarming” between the Kansas and Colorado farms.

Jeri and Norman were happily married for 69 years, working together to build a family based on the love of Jesus Christ, a successful farming business, while also being involved in their churches and communities.

Mrs. Bloom was a member of the Kismet United Methodist Church and the Sunnydale Church in Cope, Co. – the church that they helped build in Colorado from the ground up.

Jeri was very active in many community activities and services: church youth groups, church committees, Supper Club, 4-H and Beta

Sigma Phi, and a member of First National Bank Prestige Club and Mutual Investment Club.

Jeri loved the time spent with family and friends and is survived by daughter Sandra Lou Dalke and husband Bill of Norman, Ok.; two sons, Fred Lee Bloom and wife Kathy of Liberal and Thomas Lynn Bloom and wife Ashley of Denver, Co.; her seven grand children, DeAnna Dalke, Michael Dalke, Raygan Caballero and husband Alfonso "Cabby", Will Bloom, Kyle Bloom and wife Danielle, Lundra Bloom and Allyson Bloom; and her four great grandchildren, Kaden, Kambri, Khloe and Kruz Caballero.

Mrs. Bloom was preceded in death by her parents; brother Raymond Jay McClure; and sister Mary Lee Langhofer.

Funeral services were attended Tuesday afternoon, May 22 at the Kismet United Methodist Church with Pastor Terry Mayhew presiding. Burial followed at Restlawn Cemetery of Liberal.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Kismet United Methodist Church, Vona Community Ambulance Service or Kismet Public Library in care of Brenneman Funeral Home, 1212 West Second, Liberal, Ks 67901.

Paul Hershey Morton County resident Paul Elijah Hershey, 94, passed away Saturday, May 12, 2018 in Elkhart.

Paul was born March 24, 1924 to Grover Daniel and Jessie Alice Hershey.

After graduating high school in Rolla, Paul served in the United States Navy during World War II, including duty in Arzen, Algeria and Bizerti, and Tunisia aboard the U.S.S. LST 263. His ship was dry docked for repairs in Galveston, Tx., and was scheduled to go to the South Pacific, but Japan’s surrender and the end of the war altered those plans. After the war, he received an honorable discharge in 1946 and returned to Rolla to continue farming with his dad.

Paul met and married Rena Faye McGehee April 22, 1950, and lived on the family farm south of Rolla. Paul and Rena were happily married for 66 years until Rena’s death in July of 2016.

Paul and Rena were very family oriented and their

biggest enjoyment was spending time with their children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Mr. Hershey was a member and trustee of the First Baptist Church of Rolla.

Paul was a competitor and enjoyed playing dominoes, pool, bowling and a variety of card games.

Those preceding Paul in death were his wife Rena; parents; three sisters, Mary Alice, Oliva and JoAnne; and brother Wayne.

Survivors include six chil-

dren, Retta and husband Sam Eiland of Rolla, Paula and husband Fred Lehman of Overland Park, James and wife Susan of Conyers, Ga., Mark and wife Jaine of Houston, Tx., David of Liberal, and John and wife Letty of Edinburg, Tx.; his 13 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; and his three sisters, Jessie Thompson of Hugoton, Helene Armstrong of Ottawa and Betty Willis of Hugoton.

Funeral service will be Friday, May 25 at 2:00 p.m. at the First Church of God in Elkhart with Pastor Denny Huebner officiating.

Interment will follow at the Rolla Cemetery with Military Funeral Honors by VFW Point Rock Post #3162.

Friends may call Thursday, May 24 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Garnand Funeral Home in Elkhart.

Memorials may be given to Rolla Hope in care of Garnand Funeral Home, PO Box 854, Elkhart, Ks 67950.

Kenneth Wasson Morton County resident Kenneth Barrett Wasson, 71, passed from this life Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at Morton County Care Center in Elkhart.

He was the son of Lawrence Wasson and the former Beatrice Andrews, born October 12, 1946 in Garden City where he lived during his childhood.

Ken and Connie Pearl Stuart were married April 17, 1965 in Garden City.

Throughout Ken’s time in Boy Scouts, his father was the Cub master and his mother the den mother. He earned his Eagle Scout at age 14. While in high school and in the FFA, he and his buddies formed their own group called The Farmers.

This group has lasted a lifetime.

Ken’s love of cars started at an early age with the Henry J he raced. He treasured his '58 Rambler that was his Uncle Cleo’s Finney County sheriff’s car.

Agriculture was always a part of Ken’s life. He was a farmer, held management positions at several Coops and was the Safety Coordinator at Seaboard.

Ken especially enjoyed his time with family and projects with grandkids. He was a loyal family man.

Survivors include wife Connie Wasson of the home; children, David Stevens and wife April of Lee’s Summit, Mo., Rene` McCracken and husband Kevin of Syracuse,

Lori Lincoln and husband Mike of Centennial, Co. and Barrett Wasson and wife Melinda of Rolla; his eleven grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends.

Mr. Wasson is preceded in death by his parents Lawrence and Beatrice Wasson; brother Larry Wasson; and sister Peggy Wasson Schmidt.

Funeral services will be Sunday, May 27 at 2:00 p.m. at United Methodist Church in Rolla with Pastor Marcus Light presiding. Burial will follow at Syracuse Cemetery at 4:00 p.m.

Friends may call Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Paul’s-Robson Funeral Home of Hugoton is in charge of arrangements.

A memorial has been established for Rolla Branch - Morton County Library and American Diabetes Association. Memorials may be mailed to Paul’s-Robson Funeral Home, PO Box 236, Hugoton, Ks 67951.

OBITUARIES A tragic accident has taken the life of Zachary Taylor Chapman, 21, of Hedley, Tx. Zachary passed from this life Saturday, May 19, 2018 near Hedley.

Zach was born March 4, 1997 in Amarillo, Tx. to Aaron Chapman and Jennifer Shults.

In his early years Zach grew up in Rolla, then moved to Hedley where he graduated from Hedley High School. Zach was very hardworking, kindhearted, and dearly loved his family and friends. He enjoyed riding horses, joking, and always had a smile on his face.

Survivors include his father Aaron Chapman of Hugoton; mother Jennifer Floyd and step father Tony of Hedley; his brothers, Matthew Shults of Clarendon, Tx., Christopher Shults and wife Anais of El Paso, Tx. and Cash Bumgarner of Amarillo, Tx.; his sisters, Brandi Chapman and Kayla Chapman both of Dallas, Tx., Shaylee Miller and husband Brandon of Clarendon and Chancey King of Clarendon; his grandparents, John and Beverly Chapman of Keyes, Ok., Dan and Mary Lou Shults of Van, Tx. and Carolyn Shults of Clarendon; his step grandparents Robin and Shirley Harmon of Hedley; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.

Services will be 2:00 p.m.

Thursday, May 24 in the First

said he would be glad to discuss financing options with the FAA and KDOT, and to also review the specifications necessary for sealing the cracks.

Robert suggested a firm be hired to conduct a profilograph on the main runway to chart the highs and lows on the runway. Johnson indicated he would recommend firms who could do the survey.

Since the bid for the Runway 2/20 rehab project had been approved at the April meeting, the Board agreed for Rome to sign the contracts with Lee Construction of Garden City to start the rehab project.

Johns advised the Board on the status of the Easement project. He reported that one of the landowners who owns tracts of land has requested substantially more

money for the easement than anticipated. Their attorney will continue to negotiate with the landowner on the easement. The conference call ended.

The Stevens County Commissioners have requested that the budget of year 2019 be submitted to them by June of 2018. Nordling will prepare a revised draft of the budget to the Airport Board for further consideration.

The Board passed a motion to accept the counter offer of $47,800 for the Airport to purchase the Gale Reece Trust hanger.

In new business, Robert Davis indicated that his term expires in June and he will not be requesting a new term. Possible replacements were discussed.

The meeting adjourned.

The next meeting will be June 11, 2018.

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

HUGOTON LIONS CLUB meets every Second and Fourth Thursday of the month at Memorial Hall at 7:00 p.m.

HUGOTON MASONIC LODGE #406 AF&AM meets every second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m.

MY HOPE Support Group for any adult grieving the death of a loved one meets the second Tuesday of each month from noon to 1:00 p.m. at High Plains Public Radio, 210 N. Seventh in Garden. Call 620-272-2519 for more information.

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

For more information call 620-272-2360.

Every Friday - Pioneer Manor Men’s Group 10:00 a.m. Everyone is invited to come for the Men’s

Group and drink coffee with residents.

Until June - Sign up to participate in the 2018 Kansas Archeology Training Program Field School June 2-17 at the Kaw Mission State Historic Site in Council Grove. Registration packet and further details are available on the Kansas State Historical Society Web site at kshs.org/14622. You may also call Tricia Waggoner at 785-272-8681, extension 267.

May 23-25 - Sign-ups for Hugoton Recreation summer activities from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the HRC building, 211 S. Madison.

May 26 - Reception at the Stevens County Gas and Historical Museum in appreciation for Curator Stanley McGill and Maintenence Billy Woodworth from 2:00 until 4:00 p.m.

May 27 - Gospel Meeting in the Pioneer Manor chapel at 1711 South Main Street inHugoton at 4:00 p.m.

May 30 - Circle Time Play Group at 10:30 a.m. at the Stevens

County Library.

May 30-June 1 - Hugoton UMC will host Galactic Starveyors Vacation Bible School from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. for kids preschool through sixth grade.

June 1 - Summer Reading begins for all ages at the Stevens County Library June 4-7 - First Christian Church’s Shipwrecked VBS: Rescued

by Jesus. Shipwrecked is for kids from preschool to sixth grade and will run from 9:00 a.m. to noon each day. For more information, call 620544-2715.

June 4 - Commissioners’ meeting at 8:30 a.m. in the Commissioners’ room in the basement of Courthouse.

- Stevens County Hospital Board will meet at 5:30 p.m. at Pioneer Manor.

June 8 - Stevens County Genealogical Society Meeting in the Computer Lab at 1:00 p.m.

June 11 - Hugoton City Council will meet at 5:15 p.m. in the Council Meeting Room, basement of City Office.

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Fire & EMS Report

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Airport Board approves contract for rehab project The Hugoton Municipal Airport Board met at the airport meeting room for their regularly scheduled monthly meeting Monday, May 21, 2018. Attending the meeting were board members Matt Rome, Erick Nordling, Josh Jorde, Robert Davis and Hugoton Hermes reporter Ruthie Winget. Board member Dax Gaskill was absent.

Chairman Matt Rome presided.

The minutes of the April 9, 2018 meeting were read and approved.

A telephone conference call was made with Kirkham Michael’s Eric Johnson for a follow up to his email report.

Rome mentioned the cracks in the asphalt 13/31 runway and asked Mr. Johnson what options were available for fitting the repairs under the current grant, or for new financing options. Johnson

The Hugoton Hermes | Thursday, May 24, 2018 |

Fire 544-2025 ---- Ambulance 544-2562 Stevens County Emergency Services run activity May 7 through May 29.

Fire Department Monday, May 7, 9:56 pm – dispatched out to Highway 56 and Road 21 for a motor vehicle accident.

Thursday, May 10, 12:15 am – sent to Road Q and

Road 11 for a grass fire.

Thursday, May 10, 8:35 pm – called out to Hightway 56 and Road V for a grass fire.

Ambulance Activity Seven medical runs, ten transfers, three Life Flights and one motor vehicle accident.

***Reminder*** Baptist Church in Clarendon with Rev. Matthew Stidham officiating. Burial will be in Rowe Cemetery in Hedley.

Arrangements are by Robertson Funeral Directors of Clarendon.

The family suggest memorials be sent to the Hedley FFA or Rowe Cemetery Association.

There is a County wide burn ban in effect. No open burning is allowed until further notice.

Violation of the burn ban is a class C misdemeanor, punishable by a fine in the amount of $500.00. You can also be fined $500.00 for failure to report a controlled burn and be charged to extinguish the fire.

Enroll with CodeRed! The address is: https://public.coderedweb.com/CNE/en-US/BF15DF7801E2 - where you will be instructed in how to become a member of CodeRed.

Police Report

620-544-4959 • After Hours, 620-544-2020 Monday, May 14, 2018 • Civil Standby, 200 Block of East Ninth, Officer Lamatsch • Dog at Large, Eighth and Washington, Impounded, ACO Smith • Dog at Large, 1000 Block of South Lincoln, Impounded, ACO Smith • Loud Music, Ninth and Polk, Unable to Locate, Sergeant Johnson • Loud Music, 300 Block of South Harrison, Advised to Turn it Down, Sergeant Johnson • Medical Assist, 800 Block of South Polk, Public Service, Sergeant Johnson Tuesday, May 15, 2018 • Vehicle Unlock, 600 Block of South Jackson, Citizen Assist, Officer Heger • Dog at Large, Sixteenth and Monroe, Returned to Owner, ACO Smith Wednesday, May 16, 2018 • Possible Domestic, 1000 Block of South Lincoln, Stood by while subject removed belongings, Sergeant Johnson • Suspicious Vehicle, 400 Block of East Fourth, Officer McCann • Citizen Assist, 1700 Block of South Main, Public Service, Officer

Bridge Club sees tie for first at Thursday’s game Bernetta Nichols hosted Hugoton’s Bridge Club last Thursday, May 17 at the Hugoton Senior Center.

Janice Porter and Dave Eckert posted the high scores to tie for first place. Donita Graham placed second, while Midge Greenwood came in third.

If you’d like to join the Bridge players for a game, you’re more than welcome!

Please contact Dorothy Hagman at 620-544-2945.

McCann • Suspicious Person, 400 Block of East Fifth, Officer McCann • Vehicle Unlock, 400 Block of South Monroe, Citizen Assist, Officer Crane Thursday, May 17, 2018 • Vehicle Unlock, 400 Block of South Harrison, Citizen Assist, Officer Fedelin • Theft, 400 Block of East Fourth, Took Report, Officer Fedelin Friday, May 18, 2018 • Vandalism, 500 Block of East Sixteenth, Took Report, Officer Heger • Welfare Check, 700 Block of South Harrison, No Answer, Officer

McCann • Welfare Check, 700 Block of South Harrison, Subject Okay, Sergeant Johnson • Domestic, 600 Block of Jackson, Arguing Only, Remove Male Subject, Sergeant Johnson • Verbal Dispute, Sixth and Jackson, Officer McCann Saturday, May 19 • Motorist Assist, Sixth and Main, Public Service, Officer Heger • Loud Music, 1400 Block of South Monroe, Officer Heger Sunday, May 20, 2018 • Possible Gun Shot, 900 Block of South Madison, Spoke to Subject, Sergeant Johnson

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GALACTIC STARVEYORS VBS VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

May 30, 31 & June 1

Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 9:00-11:30 AM Kids, PK thru 6th grade

Hugoton United Methodist Church 828 S. Main Street

Hugoton City-Wide

WEEK is Monday, June 4 thru Friday, June 8 First, please use the dumpsters. If it can be placed in the dumpster with the lid closed this is the best and quickest way to see it go. Next, if you have larger items and are unable to haul off your own refuse to the landfill the city will pick it up. Please place items next to alley at the rear of your property. Place tree limbs too large for the dumpster in a separate pile, large metal items such as washers and dryers in another pile and trash in a third pile. Do not block the alleyways with this refuse.

Let’s all do our part to keep our city a clean, nice place to live If you have questions the City can be contacted at 544-8531

Paul Nordyke Joshua Grubbs City Utility Supervisor

City Inspector

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USD 210 will offer free meals

Peace House will host Brad Hearon Peace House Ministries is blessed and honored to have the renowned speaker Brad Hearon. Mr. Hearon will be at the Peace House Farm Friday, June 1, 2018 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Directions are four miles east of Hugoton on Highway 51 to Road 17, then turn south for two miles to Road L continue ¼ mile to Peace House Farm Building.

Come join them for fun and fellowship! Supper will be provided!

Brad Hearon was born in Liberal and always dreamed of being part of his family’s farm operations. He loved to drive tractors and work on

machinery.

He never dreamed he would end up addicted to methamphetamines and burned on over 80% of his body. At the age of 19, Brad was manufacturing “meth” in his El Camino pickup when it exploded leaving him with only 1% chance of survival.

After spending most of 2003 in the hospital and undergoing numerous surgeries, he has an amazing story of survival. Brad has always had a love for life and can make a joke out of any situation, and even though he has scars on the outside, Brad still has the same love and

humor on the inside. Brad Hearon’s story is all about choices. Using his life as an example, he challenges his audiences to realize that every choice has a consequence. Choices not only affect the individual, but also families and peers. Brad has dedicated his life to serving others, to teach them the importance of making positive life choices that will help determine the success of their future. The coined phrase, “Show me your friends, and I will show you your future,” is an undeniable truth. In 2007, Brad met Dave Roever and was privileged to partic-

ipate in the “Wounded Warrior” program at Eagles Summit Ranch.

Brad Hearon was not wounded in an honorable way on the battlefield, but he is fighting the war on drugs and speaking the truth about their destruction.

Brad is the founder and president of H.E.L.P. INC. He is an accomplished itinerate and motivational speaker whose story is timeless and powerful in any venue. Brad is married to Autumn Hearon and they reside in Westcliffe, Colorado.

For more information call 620-428-2046.

Hugoton USD 210 is again providing nutritious free breakfasts and lunches for children throughout the summer.

This year, the district has been approved to serve meals at three different sites.

Beginning Tuesday, May 29, the school will serve children from ages one to 18 free breakfasts and lunches in the Early Childhood Development Center. The free meals will run through Friday, June 29. Breakfast is from 8:00 to 8:30 a.m. and lunch is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Starting Monday, June 4, the district will also serve “sack lunch” style meals at the Hugoton swimming pool from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to accomodate children enrolled in swimming lessons.

Heritage Christian Academy children are getting ready for their Spring Program by

Participating children must stay at the pool while eating their lunch.

Starting Tuesday, June 5 and running through Thursday, June 28 kids can also get a meal at the Stevens County Library from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Summer meals give you energy needed for fun in the sun. Summer meals are available to all kids ages one to 18 at no cost. To eat, just show up.

Meals provided through the Summer Food Service Program are highly nutritious and feature tasty main courses, along with delectable sides and fruits and vegetables.

If you’d like to find out more, please call the Central Office at 620-544-4397.

rehearsing last week at the First Christian Church. Photo courtesy of Nicole Crites.

Senior Lifestyles 624 S. Main, Hugoton • 620-544-2283

Being Disciplined “Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but whoever hates correction is stupid.”

—Proverbs 12:1 NIV

“D

iscipline” is a word that is pregnant with meaning. We can use the expression “being disciplined” to mean that one shows self-restraint and has regulated his or her life in such a way that there is order and that one’s life is productive.

We can also talk of “being disciplined” to mean that one is being punished by external forces or agents. Parents discipline their children in an attempt to help them develop that self-restraint or discipline which is necessary for them to function well. In a spiritual context, discipline is likewise pregnant with meaning. There are a variety of practices which might be termed “disciplines,” such as fasting, praying, and obedience, which deepen our spiritual lives and help us develop the proper self-restraint in the spiritual realm. Self-restraint is such an important character trait that without it life becomes chaotic. People who cannot restrain themselves find themselves addicted to drugs, incarcerated, and without the material resources to sustain their own lives.

The religious disciplines are helpful in training people to be autonomous, self-restrained members of society, but many of us have forgotten how to do these things, which is why having a spiritual mentor or guide is important. Over the coming weeks, we will examine a variety of spiritual disciplines, including meditation, fasting, praying, and study, as well as simplicity, service and submission. Reflect on areas of your own life where you need to be more disciplined.

Christopher Simon

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

Terry Miller - 453-2212 - 428-1135 ASSEMBLY OF GOD Main and Second Street - 544-2773 Tim Singer, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship - 10:45 a.m.

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

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

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

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

Morning Service - 10:30 a.m.

Wed Evening Ministries - 6:30 p.m.

(Children, Youth, & Adult)

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

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Evening Service - 6:00 p.m.

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

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.

Priesthood - 11:00 a.m.

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

Morning Worship - 10:45 a.m.

Evening Services - 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 p.m.

FAITH CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST Tenth and Jefferson 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.

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

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

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

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

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

Information on small groups call 544-2715

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

Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Evening Service - 6:30 p.m.

Call 544-2652 for Church Bus

HUGOTON BAPTIST CHURCH Eighth and Main 544-2210 Pastor Gary Stafford Parsonage - 544-2295 Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study - 6:30 p.m.

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

Blended Worship Celebration - 10:45 a.m.

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

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

Prayer Meeting Wednesday - 8:00 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

RIVER OF LIFE CHURCH (formerly Lighthouse Fellowship) 424 S. Jackson 544-4828 Don Quattlebum, Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Church - 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday - 7:00 p.m.

SOVEREIGN REDEEMER CHURCH Tenth and Adams Pastor - Eric Mason Sunday School - 9:00 a.m.

Coffee/Fellowship - 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m.

620-544-6386 www.sovereignredeemerchurch.org

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

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

Worship Service - 10:45 a.m.

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

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 828 S. Main Hugoton 544-8715 Reverend Rebecca Davison, Pastor Wednesday Praise! Kids - 3:45 p.m.

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

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

Sunday School - 9:45 a.m.

Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

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

Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study - 6:00 p.m.

Team Kids (Wed.) - 3:30-5:00p.m. Sept.-Apr. Youth Study Thursday - 7:00 p.m.

Interim Pastor Neal Foster

MOSCOW UNITED METHODIST 598-2426 Lay Leader Patty Lahey 598-2426 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 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 593-4596 Lead Pastor Becky Davison Morning Worship - 9:00 a.m.

RICHFIELD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Lead Pastor Richard Fitzgerald Morning Worship - 9:00 a.m.

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PAUL'S-ROBSON FUNERAL HOME David & Brandy Robson

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Still no rain! But we won’t give up. The trees are looking good and the spring flowers are still blooming. The roses are especially pretty now.

The safe driving course was successful. Hope to have another one in the fall for those of you that missed this one. There is a lot of valuable information in the course, and some reminders of things we may have forgotten.

Our little Margaret (Tiny) Burrows will be celebrating her one hundredth birthday the sixth of June. Her family is having a party for her at the First Christian Church June 2.

Memorial Day is coming up May 28. We will be closed that Monday.

Have a great week.

Menu May 24 ........Grilled Chicken May 25.....................Bierrock May 28 ....................CLOSED

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May 29..........Polish Sausage May 30 .................Sloppy Joe May 31...........................Stew Activities Thursday, May 24 Exercise................10:30 a.m.

Bridge...................12:30 p.m.

Friday, May 25 Exercise................10:30 p.m.

Bridge...................12:30 p.m.

Saturday, May 26 Cards......................6:00 p.m.

Monday, May 28 Exercise................10:30 a.m.

Line Dance ............6:00 p.m.

Britta earns title of 2018 HHS valedictorian This year’s Hugoton High School valedictorian is Britta Lynne Beesley.

Britta was born May 10, 2000 in Baton Rouge, La. She is the daughter of Walt and Jennifer Beesley and sister to Jenna and Ella.

Britta has attended USD 210 for 14 years. During her high school career, she was active in softball, basketball, volleyball, science club, FBLA, NHS, Student Council, band and piano. This past year she was president of NHS and treasurer of the Senior Class.

Outside of school, Britta enjoys playing the piano, attending youth group and spending time with family

and friends. She plans to attend Kansas State University in the fall where she will major in Business and Finance and minor in Leadership Studies.

Britta Beesley

Rodrigo named 2018 HHS salutatorian This year’s Hugoton High School salutatorian is Rodrigo Sanchez.

Rodrigo was born March 17, 1999 in Mexico City, Mexico to Enrique and

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Tuesday, May 29 Exercise................10:30 a.m.

Wednesday, May 30 Exercise................10:30 a.m.

Line Dance ............6:00 p.m.

Thursday, May 31 Exercise................10:30 a.m.

Bridge...................12:30 p.m.

Stevens County Senior Activity Center is located at 624 S. Main in Hugoton. For activities, call 620-544-2283 and for meals, call 620-5448041.

Rodrigo Sanchez

Claudia Sanchez. He has one older brother, Luis Sanchez. He moved to the US in 2004 at the age of five and has been living in Hugoton ever since.

During his time at Hugoton High School, Rodrigo was an active member of the Cross Country team and the Track team. He participated in football, basketball, Rowdy Crowd, LMD and Science Club. He was also a member of Hugoton High School’s Student Council and the HHS chapter of National Honor Society.

Rodrigo plans to attend Seward County Community College in the fall, then transfer to K-State to major in Architecture.

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Kelling’s students present beautiful music Sherry Kelling and her piano students presented their Hugoton piano recital this past Sunday, May 20 at the First Christian Church.

Progression awards were given, and 4-H Club Days and talent show participants were acknowledged. Student teachers were also recognized.

All were awarded composer statues.

Trophies were given to Britta Beesley and Casle Heger for their Regional and State achievements. Riddick Rindels won the Most Promising Student Award.

Student of the Year recog-

nition went to Britta Beesley, as well as a trophy for making the finals in Pancake Days. Senior student Britta then honored the audience with a prelude of Christian songs along with “The Greatest Showman's Medley”. She was also awarded a $100 scholarship.

Afterward, everyone enjoyed a reception for Senior Britta who will be missed greatly!

Following are the students and the pieces they performed at the recital: Britta Beesley “Christian Prelude” and “Greatest Showman Medley” Jaden Hill “Fur Elise”

by Beethoven Riddick Rindels “You’ve Got a Friend in Me” Chelsea Crawford “Can You feel the Love Tonight” Randy Kiley Theme from “Jurassic Park” Ike Gaskill “Trumpets” Paitan Shchobert “Chim Chim Cher-ee” Morgan Niehues “Sherry” Britta Beesley earns Student of the Frances Gaskill Year recognition from Sherry Kelling. “When We Were Young” Photo courtesy of Sherry Kelling.

Ava Vertrees “March

of the Gnomes” Clayton Grubbs “Pirate Island” Farrah Gaskill “In the Mood” Farrah Gaskill and Alaina Gold “Alexander’s Ragtime Band Duet” Alaina Gold “Switch Back Rag” Lupita Hernandez “Under the Sea” Lexi Crawford “Beauty and the Beast” Chloe Rindels “Firework” Jayden Burrows “Need You Now” Tobias Grubbs “Spookie Blues” Morgan Anderson “Minuet in D Minor” by Bach Grant Niehues “Little Deuce Coupe” Makynzie Esarey “Heathens” Kameron Wray “In Christ Alone” Jayce Heger “Courageous” Lakota Persing “Spring Storm” Catie Gooch “Pachelbel Canon in D” Katie Loewen “Peace in Christ” Lydia Owens “Haven’t Met You Yet” Jenna Martin “Tolling Bell” by Heller Casle Heger “I Can Only Imagine”

Mrs. Sherry Kelling’s piano students perform for their guests at the First Christian Church this

past Sunday, May 20. Photo courtesy of Sherry Kelling.

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Riddick Rindels earns the Most Promising Student Award.Photo courtesy of Sherry Kelling.

Memorial Day is a time to pay tribute to the men and women who have given their lives protecting our country and its values.

For This Memorial Day Remember Your Loved Ones With Wreaths, Artificial Flowers, Crosses, Live Plants and more

Farrah Gaskill and Alaina Gold present “Alexander’s Ragtime Band Duet” for the audience at Sherry Kelling’s spring piano recital. Farrah also performed “In the Mood”, and Alaina played “Switch Back Rag”. Photo courtesy of Sherry Kelling.

Jennifer Beesley, daughter Britta Beesley, Sherry Kelling, Casle Heger and Michelle Heger enjoy a beautiful afternoon of music at Sunday’s recital. Photo courtesy of Sherry Kelling.

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Kansas Weekly Gas Prices Gas Buddy.com

Hugoton Gas Prices As of Tuesday, May 22 Brown Dupree - $2.75 Eagles Landing - $2.76 Kangaroo Express -$2.74 Thrifty King - $2.76 Toot N Totum - $2.74 Average retail gasoline prices in Kansas have risen 6.4 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.70 per gallon Sunday, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 1,329 gas outlets in Kansas. This compares with the national average that has increased 4.3 cents per gallon in the last week to $2.92 per gallon, according to gasoline price Web site GasBuddy.com.

In addition, GasBuddy found summer travel is poised to plunge as a result of high gas prices, according to GasBuddy’s 2018 Summer Travel survey. According to the annual survey, only 58 percent of respondents said they will take a road trip this summer, a 24 percent decrease from last year, while

39 percent cited high gas prices for impacting their summer travel decisions, compared to 19 percent in 2017. In addition, there is a big change coming for summer travel, according to the survey. The full press release on the survey is attached or can be accessed at www.gasbuddy.com/News Room/PressRelease/623 "For all those who have said summer travel will be unaffected, we offer thousands of respondents who have strongly indicated that's not true, especially as gas prices continue to climb," said Patrick DeHaan, head of petroleum analysis for GasBuddy. "For the first time in years, the annual GasBuddy Summer Travel Survey revealed higher prices are hurting the tradition of the summer road trip as we near a national average of $3 per gallon. It's no shock as we continue to see price hikes in 49 of the nation's 50 states in the last week. And

Kansas governor candidate Kris Kobach speaks with Hugoton resident Carol Swinney during his visit to Hugoton’s Senior Center last week.

what rings true is that with such a big jump in prices, motorists are absolutely becoming more price conscious as they make plans this summer. High gas prices are starting to eat away at the travel plans of many, and the number will likely rise as gasoline prices appear poised to continue moving higher in the weeks ahead."

For LIVE fuel price averages, visit FuelInsights.Gas Buddy.com.

Kelsi graduates from CCCC Kelsi Mueller of Hugoton has completed the requirements for the Associate of Arts degree from Cloud County Community College.

Students completing the degree requirements were eligible to participate in the Spring 2018 Commencement. Commencement ceremonies were held in Arley Bryant Gymnasium at the Concordia campus May 11, 2018.

Cloud County Community College offers a wide variety of courses leading toward completion of transfer and career degrees in four areas: Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Associate of Applied Science and Associate of General Studies.

Cloud County Community College (CCCC) is one of 26 public two-year community and technical colleges in Kansas and is coordinated by the Kansas Board of Regents.

CCCC's service area encompasses a 12-county area primarily in north central Kansas with its two physical campuses in Concordia and Junction City.

In Honor of the Brave Please join us in saluting those who served and sacrificed for our great country.

They answered the call of their nation, facing danger and death to defend our freedom. On Memorial Day, we solemnly remember and honor these brave men and women for their heroic service and sacrifice.

To every soldier - past and present, at home and abroad - we salute you.

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This is EMT Week! So The Hermes would like to honor the Stevens County EMTs. The community truly appreciates all your hard work throughout the year, not just this week. Left to right are Kayla Harris, EMT; Tom Schechter, EMT; Rodney Kelling, AEMT; John Moser, AEMT; Gwen Rodriquez, EMT; Margaret Bell, EMR; Rickey Burrows, EMT; Betty Rosel, AEMT; Melvin Vaughn,

EMT; Phillip Thompson, EMT; Joy Lewis, AEMT; Kyrie Esarey, EMT; and Bailey Esarey, EMT. EMT means Emergency Medical Technician. AEMT means Advanced Emergency Medical Technician. EMR means Emergency Medical Responder. Your vital and dedicated services to the community are much appreciated!!

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Painting - Friday, June 1 at 3:00 p.m.

- Saturday, June 2 at 9:00 a.m.

Firing Saturday and Sunday Cost per piece $7 plus price of the piece.

Stonewware pieces proved by Musette 4-6” Pots $25 - 8-10” Pots $35 - Bowls $40 Limited to 20 pieces per day.

300 East 3rd Street

Is Blessed and Honored to Have the Renowned Speaker

BRAD HEARON JUNE 1, 2018 PEACE HOUSE FARM 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Come join us for fun and fellowship!

Supper will be provided!

Choices, Lies & Consequences Brad Hearon, was burned January 7, 2003, at the age of 19, while manufacturing “meth.” As you can image, his life changed dramatically. He spent Jan. 7, until April 29, 2003 in the Via Chrisit Burn Unit, where he was in a drug induced coma for the first 13 weeks. After the hospital stay, he experienced 6 weeks of acute physical rehab where he was able to stand on his feet for the first time in 5 months. Brad then realized that he was going to have to face the consequences of his choices for the rest of his life.

Directions: 4 miles East of Hugoton, KS on Hwy 51 to Road 17, then turn South for 2 miles to Road L continue ¼ mile to Peace House Farm Building.

620-428-2046

LIBRARY CLOSING The library will be closed Monday, May 28 for Memorial Day. Have a great Memorial Day weekend and we’ll see you Tuesday, May 29 at 9:00 a.m.

SUMMER READING It’s that time again! Summer reading registration began Tuesday, May 1. Every child who registers for the SRP at the library will receive a goodie bag filled with schedules, coupons and surprises! Psst! Hey Middle School and High School Students! Miss Stacey will allow you to register for the Summer Reading Program anonymously. Talk to Miss Stacey to register under an alter ego and still earn reading awards!

Adult summer reading registration also began May 1st! Any book you read (paper, audio, or Ebook) can be entered in our weekly drawing.

Don’t forget to sign up for our million steps walking program Step It Up! You must register and decide how many steps you want to get each week. Grab a friend for some competition or make it a personal challenge and win some prizes! Registration forms can be found at the library. We are working on several different adult programs this summer, so check back soon!

FOOD FOR FINES This is your last opportu-

nity to trade food for fines!!

If you have fines, you can bring in canned food for the Project Hope pantry and we will deduct $1 for each item.

Canned meat and fruit are always in need and would be greatly appreciated. So help out the community and bring down your fines in preparation for Summer Reading!

BOOK CLUB We have a book club. Are you looking for new books to read? The Library has a Facebook group, “It's all about the Books!” Every

month we are reading a different genre and giving our opinion good or bad on the book we choose. Find the library on Facebook and look under groups to join, or ask someone about it at the front desk!

MAD SCIENCE ROCKS SRP2018 FREE All Ages Event! Mad Science ROCKS with you Wednesday, June 6 at 10:00 a.m.! Together, we will discover the universal language of music. Music communicates, inspires, and brings us together. Clap and

R'Bree and Ren have experienced 300 books in the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library.

Great job R'Bree and Ren!

be astonished to see light streak from the vibrations!

Explore pitches and create your own music using things you find! Use PVC pipes, Boomwhackers, and even glasses of water to create a silly Mad Science symphony!

STORYTIME- SRP2018 Ages 0-12 (and caregivers) are invited to join Miss Stacey for Libraries Rock Storytimes Tuesdays from 10:00-10:45 a.m., June 5 through July 17. We will read stories, sing songs, make music, and learn about movement!

CREATIVITY CAMP SRP2018 AGES 8-18 are invited to join Miss Stacey for a variety of activities, including scratch art, shrinky dinks, LEGOS, and maybe even drama! Creativity Camp is for ages 8-18 and will be Thursdays from 10:00-10:45 a.m., June 7 through July 12.

SING-ALONG MOVIE SRP2018 All ages (children under eightyears old MUST be attended by a caregiver) are invited to weekly sing-alongs, Fridays from 2:00-4:00 p.m., June 8 through July 20!

We will sing along with all your favorite movie musicals. Bring your own snacks and drinks and even pillows and blankets, if you wish.

In Memory God saw you were getting tired, and a cure was not to be, so He put his arms around you and whispered, “Come to Me.” With tearful eyes we watched you suffer, and saw you fade away.

Although we loved you dearly, We could not make you stay.

Golden hearts stopped beating, Hard Working Hands to Rest.

God Broke our hearts to prove, He only takes the best.

Happy young Eli has joined the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library. Welcome Eli! We look forward to watching your reading journey!

Beautiful Audra G came to the library to pick up her Born To Read packet, Welcome to the library Audra!!!

Doris Lea Mantzke & Verl Dean Mantzke

It’s lonesome here without you, We miss you more each day.

Life doesn’t seem the same, Since you have gone away.

When days are sad and lonely, And everything goes wrong, We seem to hear you whisper.

“Cheer up and carry on” Each time we see your picture, You seem to smile and say, Don’t cry I’m in God’s hands, We’ll meet again someday!

Rickey Verl Mantzke May 23, 1962 - July 1, 1980

Tiny Calvin Boyd thought it was really bright and noisy when he came to the library Emma has experienced 800 books in the 1,000 Books Before for the first time. But look at Kindergarten challenge at the Stevens County Library. Way to go all that hair! Welcome to the library Calvin!

Emma!

Rural Remedies

NEWS

by Stevens County Extension Agent Ron Honig - Agriculture and Natural Resources New Aphid Found in Kansas Wheat May 17, 2018, K-State entomologists at the Hays Research Center identified an aphid in their wheat plots, not known to have been found in Kansas. A number of the aphid Metopolophium festucae cerealium, most prevalent in the Pacific Northwest, were collected last week in sweep nets in the Hays plots.

J.P. Michaud, K-State professor of Entomology, reported the find, but believes the winged aphids migrated recently to the area as no other lifecycle variants were found. Along with the new aphids were the usual aphid predators which normally provide a natural level of control.

Michaud reports that this aphid complex has been

present in North America since the 1970’s, but not until 2011 did serious infestations appear in the northwestern states. M. f. cerealium has not been assigned a common name at this time.

Winged adults are pale yellow with dark markings on their backs. Wingless M. f. cerealium aphids are pale yellow, similar in color to sugarcane aphids, but with a longer, less globular body shape.

Postemerge Kochia Control in Corn Producers with kochia escapes in young corn, have a chance to get adequate to good control of this annual weed using one of a number of herbicides containing fluroxypyr. The compound

fluroxypyr has shown good results controlling kochia of various sizes when applied in corn up to and including the 5 leaf collar stage.

Herbicides containing straight fluroxypyr include Comet, Starane Ultra, StareDown and Vista XRT. Label restrictions may vary somewhat, but generally these products can be tank-mixed with glyphosate and several other herbicides labeled for postemerge application in corn. Use of a high quality adjuvant is recommended when using fluroxypyr unless restricted by the tankmix partner.

Pre-mix herbicides containing fluroxypyr include Starane NXT (with the addition of bromoxynil) and WideMatch (which contains clopyralid or Stinger). These products can be very effective on kochia, but the addition of the bromoxynil and clopyralid limit what other corn herbicides can be tankmixed with them without causing injury to the corn.

Be sure to check the label for specific details.

Notes from Nancy

by Stevens County FACS Agent Nancy Honig

Why Keep Recalling Eggs?

Once again this week there has been a massive recall of 200 million eggs due to an outbreak of Salmonella. What is it, and why does it keep effecting eggs?

To begin with, Salmonella Braenderup is a bacteria that causes diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps, typically 12 to 72 hours after exposure. Most people recover without treatment, but young children, senior citizens, and people with weakened immune systems are more susceptible to being severely affected.

How does Salmonella infect eggs? Bacteria can be on the outside of a shell egg. That's because the egg exits the hen's body through the same passageway as feces is excreted.

That's why eggs are required to be washed at the processing plant. All USDA graded eggs and most large volume processors follow the washing step with a sanitizing rinse at the processing plant. It is also possible for eggs to become infected by Salmonella Enteritidis fecal contamination through the pores of the shells after they’re laid. SE also can be inside an uncracked, whole egg. Contamination of eggs may be due to bacteria within the hen’s reproductive tract before the shell forms around the yolk and white, but it doesn’t make the hen sick.

It is important to handle raw poultry in a manner to prevent contamination from spreading to other foods and food contact surfaces. Here are some tips directly related to eggs and the prevention of food bourne illness.

1) Keep eggs cold: The USDA recommends storing eggs at 40 degrees F. or below. Eggs need to be purchased last and quickly

refrigerated, and kept out of the "temperature danger zone" at which bacteria flourish.With the concern about Salmonella, eggs gathered from laying hens should be refrigerated as soon as possible. After eggs are refrigerated, they need to stay that way.

A cold egg left out at room temperature can sweat, facilitating the movement of bacteria into the egg and increasing the growth of bacteria. Eggs left out at room temperature more than two hours should not be consumed.

2) Watch your temperatures: Store eggs away from the door and toward the back of the refrigerator to keep them cold.

Raw eggs in the shell should be used in three to five weeks.

When shell eggs are hard cooked, their protective coating is washed away, leaving the pores in the shell bare for bacteria to enter and contaminate it. Hardcooked eggs should be refrigerated within two hours of cooking and used within a week.

3) Wash, wash, wash: Wash your hands after handling raw eggs. Should you wash eggs? No. It’s not necessary or recommended for consumers to wash eggs, and may actually increase the risk of contamination because the wash water can be "sucked" into the egg through the pores in the shell. When a chicken lays an egg, a protective coating is put on the outside by the hen. Government regulations require that USDA-graded eggs be carefully washed and sanitized using only compounds meeting FDA regulations for processing foods.

4) Clean up your work area: Be sure to thoroughly clean all surfaces that came in contact with a raw egg.

5) Swap out your utensils: Do not use utensils or equipment on cooked foods that were previously used on raw eggs. Make sure all items are cleaned thoroughly before using on cooked foods.

6) Cook to a safe temperature: Keep in mind that high-risk foods can harbor bacteria. Many cooking methods can be used to cook eggs safely, including poaching, hard cooking, scrambling, frying and baking. However, eggs must be cooked thoroughly until yolks are firm.

Scrambled eggs should not be runny. Casseroles and other dishes, such as ice cream and eggnog containing eggs, should be cooked to a safe minimum internal temperature of 160 °F. I often hear the argument that "we always ate raw cookie dough and ice cream with raw eggs as kids and we never got sick". I remind them that the world has changed, mass production of foods has changed how food gets from the field to the table, and it is important that we change with the times and use safe food practices created for today’s environment.

Kansas State University, County Extension Councils, Extension Districts, and U.S. Department of Agriculture Cooperating. K-State Research and Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer, and is committed to making its services, activities and programs accessible to all participants. If you have special requirements due to physical, vision, or hearing disability or a dietary restriction please contact your local extension office.

Museum Update

The Hugoton Hermes | Thursday, May 24, 2018 |

History from the Hermes

by Ruthie Winget

WWII news printed in The Hugoton Hermes Friday, May 12, 1944 Announcement has been made that Pfc. Loyd Graber of Liberal has been wounded in action in the Mediterreanean area. Pfc. Dale R. Simmons, son of Jesse F. Simmons of Rolla, is reported as wounded in action on the southwest Pacific area.

Friday, May 26, 1944 Memorial Day will begin in Hugoton with a parade featuring The American Legion, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and the Hugoton High School band. The parade will begin at the city light plant. The American Legion will meet at the Hugoton Cemetery in honor of the War Dead and perform the sounding of Taps.

Friday, June 9, 1944 Anzio Beachhead Somewhere in Italy May 14, 1944 I am on the Anzio Beachhead now and what a place to be. We are living now in the old swamp land of Italy.

Musolini cleaned it up some.

He had some canals built but it is still plenty bad. I guess this is the only good thing he ever tried to do in his life.

The bugs and mosquitoes will carry you off if you don’t watch yourself.

We are having an air raid right now. My buddy and I are in our hole. It isn’t a bad hole either. We have some good sized logs on top and sandbags on the top of them.

Inside we have the walls lined with extra blankets. On the ceiling we have a big

white cloth which reflects the light from our candle.

We have been living in holes like this for some time now.

One of our main sayings now is we will never be bothered with property tax. We will just dig a hole in some vacant lot and move in.

I am going to close for sure this time as it is getting pretty late. A fellow here needs all the sleep he can get. I will drop you another line soon.

Dale J. Anderson

Friday, June 30, 1944 Mr. and Mrs. Leo Betsworth have received word from their sons, Eddie and Orville, since the invasion of France. Both are well and doing okay. Eddie was in the recent invasion.

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

The family of Jaysa and Brennon Featherston came all the way from Lubbock, Tx. with their impressive custom cooker to attend the 2018 HHS graduation ceremony. The cooker is also used for competitive cooking. Photo courtesy of Jennifer Featherston.

Market Report At the Close Tuesday Brought to you by:

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Pate Agency, LP The Crop Insurance Specialists

Don Beesley, Agent

Office: 620-544-8068 Cell: 620-544-6888 Equal Opportunity Provider

Drip Irrigation Systems Parts & Supplies

Hermes will be

Poly tubing

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Many different types of drippers (emitters) offered.

Compression fittings

May 28

Contact us for your Drip Irrigation needs:

DEADLINE for ads & newscopy will be Friday, May 25 at Noon

Conservation District

Stevens County 607 E 11th St, Hugoton - Tel: 544-2991 Ext 3

APPLICATIONS OF AGRICULTURAL CHEMICALS, SEEDING AND FERTILIZING

Agricultural Sales and Service, Local and Direct Moscow location (formerly Kubin Aerial)

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Hugoton location 1114 Road A

428-6086

CITY OF HUGOTON From the Office of the Building Inspector

The Owners of Family Swimming/Wading Pools For personal safety, the City of Hugoton has an ordinance regulating the use of family swimming pools. The term “Family Swimming Pool” means ANY artificial or controlled body of water used primarily for swimming or recreational bathing. This refers to the owner or renter, friends, adults, children or anyone which may use the pool.

If you own a blow-up, self standing, or constructed pool you must follow these basic rules: 1. The location of the family pool must be at least eight feet from any side or rear property line.

2. The pool must also be at least thirty feet from the front property line.

3. The pool must have a walk area surrounding the pool at least four feet.

4. Most importantly, and for the protection of small children, the pool must be enclosed by a five (5) foot fence and gates.

The complete city ordinance and codes are available at the city office. The ordinance is for your family protection and safety. Violation of the ordinance could lead to removal of the pool and or a fine or both.

Jim Bell presents a plaque to Stevens County Billy Woodworth receives a plaque from Museum Curator Stanley McGill for his many President of the Board Jim Bell for his twentyyears of service as board member and curator. five years of service to the museum.

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If you have any questions, please call Joshua Grubbs Building Inspector or the City Office at 544-8531.

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Grads

NEWS

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F. Nanninga - Caitlin Kiley Garden City Community College Presidential Scholarship (Top 10%) Caitlin Kiley American

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A new choice for your chemical, NH3, Liquid Fertilizer and Dry Fertilizer.

We now carry banjo parts for all your needs and have a large selection of banjo fittings and hoses.

We have 40 years of experience in both ground and air application.

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Remember Your Veterans Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you, Jesus Christ and the American G.I.

rial Scholarship - Britta Beesley, Dawson Burnett, Nathan Leininger, Rodrigo Sanchez, Madison Shuck Equity Bank (formerly FNB) $250/each - Britta Beesley, Rodrigo Sanchez, Madison Shuck Gas Capital Scholarship $750 - Brennon Featherston, Deana Guerrero Hershey Family - Dallie Hoskinson, Dawson Burnett,

Originally decorated caps were seen and admired by guests at graduation.

Laney Hoskinson, Deana Guerrero, Nathan Leininger, Marlyn Heger, Madison Shuck Hutton Scholarship $500 Bailee Kiley Desk and Derrick $300 Bradan Slemp LMD (varied amounts depending upon their level of involvement in the organization) - Salma Ávalos ($400), Nataly Cruz, Angela Quezada, Rodrigo Sánchez ($275), Abigail Marioni, Madison Shuck ($150), Erik Duarte, Abraham Betance, Luis Contreras ($125), Joyce Peña ($100) Northwest Cotton Growers $500/each - Britta Beesley Parsons Scholarship $1000/each - Daniela Acosta, Dawson Burnett, Jahaziel

Garcia, Jayden Korf, Caitlin Kiley, Bailee Kiley, Nathan Leininger, Abigail Marioni, Adriana Salcedo, Rodrigo Sanchez Preceptor Delta Lambda $250 - Deana Guerrero, Rodrigo Sanchez, Madison Shuck Lions Club $500/each Britta Beesley, Dawson Romero Pioneer Communications Memorial Joseph B. Chillen/Earl B. Williams $250 - Madison Shuck SVCO Hospital Auxiliary $500/each - Angely Fajardo, Jaysa Featherston, Laney Hoskinson, Madison Shuck Pioneer Electric $1000 Britta Beesley, Jahaziel Garcia Stevens County 4-H (varying amounts) - Britta Beesley, Adyson Gooch, Nathan Leininger PEO Scholarship-$200 Britta Beesley PEO National Scholarship $2500 - Britta Beesley Rotary $500/each - Tucker Freeman, Rodrigo Sanchez, Madison Shuck FCC Montana Beesley Scholarship--$1000 - Britta Beesley, Marlyn Heger, Madison Shuck Larry Seybold Memorial Scholarship - 2@$1000 Britta Beesley, Marlyn Heger Teeter Irrigation Water Conservation $500 - Britta Beesley Kansas Masonic Foundation $500 - Dawson Burnett, Bailee Kiley, Nathan Leininger Britta & Olian Thompson Memorial-$1000/each Britta Beesley, Madison Shuck Pheasant Heaven Charities $1000 - Britta Beesley, Jahaziel Garcia, Mitchell

One died for your soul, the other for your freedom.

Sanchez, Madison Shuck Corey Mirabal Memorial Scholarship--$100 - Britta Beesley, Tucker Freeman,

Adan Vera proudly follows the procession with his Class of 2018. Congratulations Seniors!

Jayden Korf, Nathan Leininger, Madison Shuck Stevens County Farm Bureau $1000 - Nathan Leininger Kiwanis Scholarship $750/each - Daniela Acosta, Tucker Freeman, Nathan Leininger Brian Lamberson/Dust Bowl Riders-$1000 each ($500/semester) - Daniela Acosta, Dawson Burnett, Deana Guerrero

HHS Senior Dante Duran gets a precious emotional hug from a much-beloved family member as he presented her with a traditional rose.

Hoskinson Water Well Service “Your Complete Domestic Well Service”

Hamlin, Rodrigo Sanchez Seaboard Foods Technical $1,000 - Luis Contreras Seaboard Foods Community $1,000 - Daniela Acosta, Jahaziel Garcia, Rodrigo Sanchez Stevens County Health Care $1000 Jaysa Featherston SCCC Presidential Scholarship - Rodrigo Sanchez Denise Leonard Medical Education Scholarship-$750 - Tucker Freeman, Deana Guerrero St. Helen's Knights of Columbus $250 - Salma Avalos, Caitlin Kiley, Gerardo Rojas, Rodrigo Sanchez Stevens County Soil Conservation Scholarship-$2400 each over 4 years - Rodrigo Sanchez Blues Softball Scholarship $500 - Britta Beesley FFA Alumni Scholarship$600/each - Henry Beesley, Mitchell Hamlin, Caitlin Kiley Patriot Award (from Pollyannas) $100 - Marcos Baeza, Rickey Burrows, Erik Duarte, Kenneth Loya Pollyannas-$400 each Angely Fajardo, Rodrigo

Britta named Governor’s Scholar Special music included a rendition of Jessie J’s “Flashlight” complete with solos by Marlyn Heger, Jaysa Featherston and Skylar Wills, along with director Renee Beesley.

f o r o n o In H

L A I R MEMO DAY we will be closed Monday, May 30.

Our thoughts and prayers are with

At the invitation of Kansas Governor Jeff Colyer, Britta Lynne Beesley of Hugoton, was selected to attend the Thirty-fifth Annual Governor’s Scholars Awards Program May 6, 2018 in Topeka.

The recognition ceremony honors the top academic one percent of Kansas high school seniors. Scholars are selected from accredited public and private schools in the state.

“These high school seniors have shown dedication in their studies and a commitment to learning. They’ve earned this honor, and I want to congratulate them on this achievement,” Governor Colyer said. “We also should recognize their families, teachers and mentors for helping these outstanding students achieve their academic goals.”

This program is coordi-

nated for the Governor by the Confidence in Kansas Public Education Task Force. It is funded by donations from private sector businesses in Kansas. The Confidence in Kansas Public Education Task Force was formed 35 years ago to strengthen public confidence in education. The following organizations are members of the Task Force: American Association of University Women, Kansas State Board of Education, Kansas Association of School Boards, Kansas Congress of Parents and Teachers, Kansas State Department of Education, Kansas State High School Activities Association, Kansas League of Women Voters and United School Administrators of Kansas.

Submitted by the office of Kansas Governor Jeff Colyer.

the families who have lost loved ones, and our gratitude with those who have given their lives protecting our freedom.

Ads and news copy need to be in the office by Friday, May 25 at 12:00 Noon for the May 31 edition.

The Hugoton Hermes

Kansas Governor Jeff Colyer congratulates Britta Lynne Beesley.

Britta was selected to attend the Annual Governor’s Scholars Awards Program.

SPORTS

The Hugoton Hermes | Thursday, May 24, 2018 |

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Eagles travel to Andale for Regional track competition

Jacob Eckert turns to grab the baton from Dawson Kerbow during the 4x400 meter relay. Hugoton ended up with a second place finish in that race, with a time of 3:25.89. Other relay team members are Carter Coziahr and Mitchell Hamlin. Photo courtesy of Greg O’Loughlin.

The Regional track meet was at Andale last Thursday, May 17. Hugoton ended up qualifying athletes in seven individual events and qualified two relays to the State meet. To qualify for the State meet athletes had to place in the top four of their events.

“Our boys 4x100 relay just missed qualifying for the State meet and had run a season's best this weekend but just missed qualifying.

Mitchell Hamlin had a pretty good day Thursday. He had Pr's I believe in the Long Jump and in the 400m Dash.

He is really close to that school record in the 400m Dash.” said Coach Nick Rodriguez.

The boys 4 x 800 relay

team placed first and was Hugoton’s only Regional championship.

Abraham Garcia and Ethan Fox went second and third in both the 1600m and 3200m runs. The boys 4x4 ran well and went 3:25 for the second week in a row. Jacob Eckert qualified in the open 800m. There were lots of quality athletes in this Regional meet. Most of Hugoton’s State qualifiers will all have a chance to bring medals home in those events they are entered in.

The boys team placed third behind twotrack powers of Andale and Buhler.

The State track meet starts Friday morning, May 25 where Hugoton’s 3200m runners will get things started in

the first event of the State track and field meet. Hugoton will have prelims in the open 400, and the 4x400m relay Friday and Mitchell has

the Long Jump final Friday in the afternoon. The rest Hugoton’s events will be Saturday.

Abbey Goode clears the hurdle during her race at Andale. She finished thirteenth in both her races; with a time of 18.56 seconds in the 100 meter hurdles and 53.18 in the 300 meter hurdles. Photo courtesy of Greg O’Loughlin.

• Go Big Blue • Go Big Blue • Go Big Blue • Molly McClure runs her race at Regionals last week. She finished with a 2:45.63 in the 800 meters and ran 6:06.80 in the 1600 meters. Photo courtesy of Greg O’Loughlin.

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Hugoton’s boys’ 4x800 meter relay team takes the gold at Regionals! Left to right are Jahaziel Garcia, Eric Perry, Ivan Villa and Jacob Eckert. Photo courtesy of Greg O’Loughlin.

Ladies finish season with disappointing loss in Regional action The Lady Eagles faced Kingman in the first round action of Regionals hosted here in Hugoton. The Eagles drew the number 3 seed and Kingman got the number 2 seed off a coin flip. By the end of the day, Kingman showed everyone in the Regionals they should have been the top seed as they saw very little in their way.

The Lady Eagles came into the game on a threegame skid hoping to make an upset bid against Kingman. But Kingman made short work of the Lady Eagles as it only lasted three innings

and sent up 11 batters with only Meaghan McClure collecting a hit. McClure struggled on the mound, as she gave up 11 hits and ten earned runs. One of the hits was a devastating three-run home run - and the second she surrendered all season.

The Lady Eagles lost 0-15.

Kingman went on to knock out Pratt and advanced to State with a 13-6 victory there.

Coach McClure went on record saying, “It was a tough way to end the season. Kingman is a good team and they proved it all season. We knew

Lady Eagles’ catcher Milly McClure prepares to throw the ball back to the pitcher during Regionals against Kingman last week.

we had a tough task at hand, I wish we would have made it a bit more challenging for them. We had a good run this season, and finished with a winning record. We stayed competitive throughout the season. We lose three seniors

and return a good group of ladies. We just have to get in the weight room, and find work in the off season to get better.”

The Lady Eagles finished 14 and 7 on the season.

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Good Luck on your Spring Sports!

23 4:00pm Baseball: JV() (Date Changed to 03-21-17) vs. vs.Liberal (Away) 4:00pm Baseball: Varsity() (Date Changed to 03-21-17) vs. vs.Liberal (Away) 4:00pm Softball: JV vs. vs.Kismet-South Western Heights (Away) 4:00pm Softball: Varsity vs. vs.Kismet-South Western Heights (Away) 6:00pm Baseball: JV() (Date Changed to 03-21-17) vs. vs.Liberal (Away) 6:00pm Baseball: Varsity() (Date Changed to 03-21-17) vs. vs.Liberal (Away) 6:00pm Softball: JV vs. vs.Kismet-South Western Heights (Away) 6:00pm Softball: Varsity vs. vs.Kismet-South Western Heights (Away) 7:00pm:00pm Baseball: JV() (Date Changed to 03-21-17) vs. vs.Liberal (Away) 4:00pm Baseball: Varsity() (Date Changed to 03-21-17) vs. vs.Liberal (Away) 4:00pm Softball: JV vs. vs.Kismet-South Western Heights (Away) 4:00pm Softball: Varsity vs. vs.Kismet-South Western Heights (Away) 6:00pm Baseball: JV() (Date Changed to 03-21-17) vs. vs.Liberal (Away) 6:00pm Baseball: Varsity() (Date Changed to 03-21-17) vs. vs.Liberal (Away) 6:00pm Softball: JV vs. vs.Kismet-South Western Heights (Away) 6:00pm Softball: Varsity vs. vs.Kismet-South Western Heights (Away) 7:00pm HMS - Social (Home):00pm Baseball: JV() (Date Changed to 03-21-17) vs. vs.Liberal (Away) 4:00pm Baseball: Varsity() (Date Changed to 03-21-17) vs. vs.Liberal (Away) 4:00pm Softball: JV vs. vs.Kismet-South Western Heights (Away) 4:00pm Softball: Varsity vs. vs.Kismet-South Western Heights (Away) 6:00pm Baseball: JV() (Date Changed to 03-21-17) vs. vs.Liberal (Away) 6:00pm Baseball: Varsity() (Date Changed to 03-21-17) vs. vs.Liberal (Away) 6:00pm Softball: JV vs. vs.Kismet-South Western Heights (Away)

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SPORTS

2B | Thursday, May 24, 2018 | The Hugoton Hermes

Eagles can’t find stride at Regionals

Hugoton High School’s senior baseball players include, left to right, AB Betance, Nathan Leininger, Marcos Baeza, Luis Contreras,

Dawson Burnett and Manny Mendoza. The baseball team is coached by Rusty Crites. Photo courtesy of USD 210.

The Eagles traveled to Garden City for their 4A Division II Regional game.

The Eagles’ record of 8 and 13 placed the Eagles to play Pratt in the first game of Regionals. The Eagles fought hard but ultimately fell short 0-9.

Six of the Eagles collected one hit apeice but earned no RBI's or runs. The fighting Frogs’ skill proved too advanced, as Pratt won the game by nine runs.

Eagles win doubleheader against Ulysses for Senior Night The Eagles hosted the Ulysses Tigers for Senior Night. The Eagle seniors ended their regular season with two wins going into Regionals. Nathan Leininger had five strike outs and 16 first pitch strikes to help the

Eagles win 16-13. On offense Ivan Valles went five for five with three runs and one RBI. Z Littell went four for two with two hits, one walk and one strike out and he had one RBI and two runs. M Marabal went five for four

had five RBIs and one run.

In the second game the Eagles beat the Tigers 15 to 13. J Korf had seven strike outs and M Marabal had 20 first pitch strikes. L Contreas stepped up for the Eagles and went four for four with

five RBI's and two runs.

HHS’s seniors include Marcos Baeza, Abraham Betance, Dawson Burnett Luis Contreras, Nathan Leininger and Manny Mendoza.

Free fishing days planned for June 2-3 Kansas’ license requirement to fish on public waters will be temporarily lifted for two days in June. Anglers can fish for free June 2 and 3, 2018 thanks to the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism’s (KDWPT) “Free Fishing Days.”

Each year, KDWPT designates one weekend where everyone can fish without a license; All you need is a pole

and a place to go! The Department began the effort as a way to take part in National Fishing and Boating Week – a week dedicated to celebrating, and recognizing the importance of, recreational boating and fishing.

If you’ll be taking part in this year’s free fishing days, here are a couple tips to help you plan your weekend outing: -Visit www.ksoutdoors.

com and click “Fishing,” then “Where to Fish” to find a public fishing spot near you.

-You can consult the 2018 Fishing Forecast at ksout doors.com/Fishing/FishingForecast to locate waters ranked highest for a given species.

-While license requirements are waived for the weekend, anglers must still abide by all other regulations such as length and creel limits, equipment requirements, and more. To find

regulation information, grab a copy of the 2018 Kansas Fishing Regulations Summary at a license vendor near you. The summary also lists every state fishing lake, community lake and reservoir, and designates those considered “family friendly,” which means they have easy access to the water, flush restrooms, security patrols and lighting, and no alcohol is allowed.

Go fishing June 2-3; the only thing it will cost you is your free time.

HUGOTON REC Summer Activity Sign ups Plan to enjoy Kansas’ State WED., MAY 23-FRI., MAY 25 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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Parks this summer Whatever your outdoor interests, you’ll find something you enjoy at a Kansas state park this summer.

Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism staff have our state parks groomed and ready for visitors, and many special events are scheduled. Your outdoor experience can be exactly what you want it to be: quiet and relaxing, exhilarating, educational or entertaining.

Nearly every Kansas state park offers a combination of full-service RV camping and primitive camping sites, and most also provide cabins for rent. In addition, there are hiking, biking and horse

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trails, many with interpretive signage and local wildlife to observe. Park staff will also conduct nature programs, and host a variety of events.

There will be concerts, races, star parties, and competitive trail rides to name a few.

Not what you’re looking for? Most parks offer convenient access to water with numerous boat ramps and courtesy docks. For anglers, Kansas reservoirs are home to crappie, walleye, white bass, wipers, black bass, and trophy-class channel, blue and flathead catfish. And Kansas is famous for its wind, so our lakes are popular with sail boaters and wind surfers. But there’s room for everyone, and riding behind a motorboat on a tube or water skis is a great way to cool off on a warm summer day. Many park areas also provide easy access to sandy beaches if you’re into swimming or just catching some rays.

If you prefer to “get away from it all” and simply enjoy some of Kansas’ amazing natural offerings, our parks have that, too. Find that outof-way primitive campsite, pitch a tent, then hit one of the trails. There are more than 500 miles of trails and many will take you through spectacular natural areas away from the commotion of campers and boaters.

Start planning a trip to one of our state parks now.

You can find out everything you need to know at www.ksoutdoors.com. View or download state park maps, get contact information for individual park offices, see fees and regulations, and you can even make a reservation. It’s all there and it’s all waiting for you.

Ivan Valles swings away during action at home for Senior Night against Ulysses. Photo courtesy of USD 210.

Take measures to prevent ticks No one likes ticks. They crawl on us, bury their mouth parts in our skin and they suck our blood. What’s to like? To make matters worse, they can also transmit bloodborne diseases such as Rocky Mountain spotted fever and Lyme disease, and neither of them should be taken lightly. The best way to prevent either disease is to stop ticks before they bite. Here are some tips on how you can do that: -Wear protective clothing when practical (long sleeves and pants). Clothing should be light-colored to make ticks more visible. When hiking, wear a long-sleeved shirt tucked into pants, long pants tucked into high socks and over-the-ankle shoes to keep ticks out.

-Products containing permethrin, which kills ticks rather than merely repelling them, can be applied to clothing and equipment but not directly to skin. Garments must be allowed to dry thoroughly before wearing. Clothing and tents pretreated with permethrin are available, and the protection can remain active through several washings. Be sure to follow label directions.

-Insect repellents also reduce the risk of being bitten.

When outdoors, use insect repellant containing 20 percent to 30 percent DEET on exposed skin and clothing for protection that lasts up to several hours. Follow the directions on the label. Other repellents registered by the Environmental Protection

Agency can be found at http://cfpub.epa.gov/oppref/insect/.

-Ticks are usually found on vegetation close to the ground. In addition to regular mowing, avoid wooded or bushy areas with tall grass and leaf litter and walk in the center of trails.

-Check yourself at least every two hours for ticks when outside for extended periods of time. Pay special attention to areas in and around your hair, ears, armpits, groin, navel and backs of the knees. Promptly remove a tick if one is found.

The sooner a tick is removed, the less chance it will transmit a disease to its host.

If you find a tick, grasp the tick with tweezers as close to the skin as possible and slowly pull it straight out. Do not crush or puncture the tick and try to avoid touching the tick with your bare hands. Thoroughly disinfect the bite area and wash your hands immediately after removal. And be sure to also examine pets and gear, as ticks can ride into the home on animals, coats, backpacks and blankets, etc.

Symptoms of tick-borne disease can include any unusual rash and unexplained flu-like symptoms, including fever, severe headaches, body aches and dizziness.

Prompt treatment with antibiotics can prevent serious illness or even death. See your doctor immediately if you have been bitten by a tick and experience any of these symptoms.

HHS senior JoHanna Rawlins signs with Seward County Community College to play volleyball and basketball.

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Jalen Shaddix selected to play in All Star

The team huddles between innings for some important discussion of plans for the game. Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll.

All State baseball selections were Jalen Shaddix, First Team Closer (Pitcher).

He was also selected to play in the All Class All Star game at the University of Kansas June 6.

Javier Marquez earned Second Team Outfield and J.J. Gonzalez got an Honor-

able Mention for Second Base.

The boys traveled to Elkhart for their Regionals last week. They beat their first team, Syracuse, 17-2, to advance to the finals. In the finals they faced Elkhart and unfortunately lost 2-5, finishing their season 19-4.

Jaylen and Axel qualify for State Congratulations to Jaylen Mendez for winning first in 300 meter hurdles, second in 110 meter hurdles, and fourth in 100 meter dash; to Axel Granillo for second in discus and fourth in 200 meter dash; and to Jesus Gallegos for fifth in Discus,

Trenton Kennedy for sixth in triple jump at the Regional Track and Field Meet in Montezuma Saturday, May 19! Jaylen and Axel qualified to compete in these events at the State meet in Wichita Friday and Saturday, May 25 and 26!

Baseball Coach Castillo discusses strategy with Gerardo Garcia.

Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll.

JJ Gonzalez stretches out for the toss during baseball at Elkhart.

Photo courtesy of Marcie Knoll.

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Jesus Gallegos throws the shot put during Regionals last week.

Congrats to Jalen Shaddix for signing with Garden City Community College to continue his academic and athletic career in baseball. Photo courtesy of Moscow Schools.

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Pineapple, Lettuce, Tomato, Cheese Tuesday, May 29 Spaghetti, Greens, Pears, Breadstick Wednesday, May 30 Hot Dogs, with Chili, California Blend, Strawberries Thursday, May 31 Chicken Wraps, Carrots, Oranges.

“Click it. or ticket.” campaign starts this week Trenton Kennedy jumps high and far in the triple jump at Regionals. He placed sixth in the event.

P lease Adopt Me! Future pro-football player Steven loves everything sports! When he isn’t watching the latest season of sports on TV, he enjoys playing video games and playing catch outside. Others describe Steven as imaginative, likeable, and a good reader.

If you need to hear a good joke, he just might be your guy! Steven is a very funny kid and often makes himself laugh at his own jokes. His favorite class is computers because he gets to play games and have fun. Steven has a competitive and lively spirit, and he would do best with a family that can match these traits with lots of love and guidance. He says he would prefer to have older, perhaps teen siblings, in the home so there are other kids with whom he can play

Steven, age 10 sports and do other activities with. Steven needs a patient family who can provide structure and be there for him no matter what! To learn more about adoption visit www.adoptkskids.org or call 877-457-5430. Steven’s case number is CH-5744.

Kansas ranks towards the bottom one-third in seat belt usage among all 50 states.

State and local law enforcement are working to improve this ranking by stepping up enforcement to crack down on motorists who aren’t wearing their seat belts as part of the “Click it. Or ticket.” seat belt enforcement campaign.

More than 150 law enforcement agencies across Kansas will be taking a noexcuses approach to seat belt enforcement as part of the national campaign that runs from May 21 through June 3, concurrent with one of the busiest travel and holiday weekends of the year.

“The ‘Click it. Or ticket.’ campaign is about saving lives. We would be grateful if every occupant we observed was wearing their seat belt,” said Ben Gardner, Kansas Highway Patrol Technical Trooper. “Our increased enforcement around Memorial Day serves as a reminder that wearing a seat belt is the easiest thing you can do to save your life.”

In 2017, nearly half of the 359 deaths from crashes in Kansas were not buckled.

Young adults are dying at disproportionate rates because they are not wearing their seat belts in Kansas. In Kansas, 56 percent of 18-to34-year old occupants killed in crashes were not wearing their seat belts in 2017. Male pick-up truck drivers between the ages of 21-34, and drivers in rural areas are among the top unrestrained fatalities.

“Seat belts save lives every day. But they only save lives when they are used and there are still many people in Kansas who don’t buckle up,” said Chris Bortz, KDOT Traffic Safety Program Manager. “Our goal is 100 percent compliance. It doesn’t matter where you go, drivers need to buckle up for every ride, every time because a deadly crash can happen to anyone.”

In 2017, Kansas seat belt usage was 82 percent, below the national average of 90.1 percent, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. From 2014 to 2016, seat belts saved nearly 41,500 lives across the country.

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Pictured standing left to right are Kris Hall, Jonas Mauk, Genesis Hernandez, Brynlee Williams, Katie Sheedy, Yareli Cruz, Geminis Hernandez, Kylie Brummett, Valeria Ochoa, Bralyn Crowl, Johnny Wiebe, Tyne Ellis, Alivia

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Bolin, Kim Clark and Jonathan Kaiser. Kneeling are Becky Sohm, Felipe Ruelas, Lisa Martens, Eriberto Moreno, Olivia Reza, Cayli Crowl, Samantha Dunn, Allen VanVliet and Jose Alvardo.

Rolla Elementary students tour Alabaster Caverns Third, fourth and fifth grade students, along with their teachers, Kim Clark, Kris Hall and Becky Sohm, traveled to Freedom, Ok., Tuesday, May 15 to visit the Alabaster Caverns.

The group left Rolla as soon as everyone arrived at school.

Tim Dunn had the Pirate bus all ready for the approximately three hour trip. Upon arrival at the picnic area at the Alabaster Caverns State Park, the students enjoyed their picnic lunches under the shade of the covered picnic area. Once students finished their lunches and threw their trash away, they were free to explore the area a little bit. As the adults in tow finished, all gathered to take a walking tour to the bottom of the canyon, better known as following Little Black Bear Trail. A few of the walkways were a bit treacherous for “older” knees but some of the students were determined that no adult would be left behind.

After a visit to the gift

While exploring the Little Black Bear Trail, the group encounters a small cave. shop for souvenirs, the time for the cave tour arrived and students eagerly followed the park ranger into the cool, damp cavern. The group of 30 from Rolla was joined by a few other couples and families intent on enjoying the cavern tour as well. At one point, the park ranger turned off all the lights to show how dark it was with no lighting.

Becky Sohm braved a smaller trail within the cave with 21 students following her and Kim Mauk bringing up the rear. A movie studio had just finished filming a movie in the cave and they

had left behind a small memento of their time, a fake timber frame support that had been built in the cave.

One of the highlights of the cave tour was the sighting of the tri-color bats. Although they looked like small mice clinging to the inside of the wall, the ranger assured everyone that they were, indeed, bats. A couple of the bats took flight, as if to prove their existence. The tour ended with a shuttle ride back up the canyon to the bus. The tired but happy Rolla group made their way back to Rolla again.

The KSHSAA 1A Regional Track Meet was Friday, May 18 at South Gray. The Rolla Pirates competed aggressively for a chance to compete at the State Track Meet.

Jonathan Cruz competed in the 110 meter hurdles, placing sixth at Regionals. He also placed eighth in the 300 meter hurdles but will not compete in them at state.

The Mens’ 4x100 meter relay team with Carson Milburn, Eduardo Quezada, Alec Langley and Jonathan Cruz placed eighth, narrowly missing the chance for State.

Aaron Apelu placed twentieth in shot put, eighteenth in discus and sixteenth in javelin. Carson placed tenth in long jump. Troikeyia (Tre Tre) Cooper placed sixth in the 200 meter.

The 4x100 meter relay team with Kaberlin Hull, Melanie Norton, Alexandra Hart and TreTre Cooper placed third with a time of 53.99, securing their place at the State track meet.

Alexandra Hart went on to place first in the 100 meter

Ethan. Marshall and Charlee Clinesmith, Karly’s brother and wife traveled from Manhattan to attend.

Karly is the daughter of Rusty and Arleen Clinesmith of Rolla, the granddaughter of Cleo Clinesmith and the late Warren and Rose Kraft formerly of Rolla.

She is the fiancée of Chandler Huddleston of Canyon, Tx. Congratulations Karly! Rolla is so proud of you!

Regional Tracksters, standing left to right are Eduardo Quezada, Jonathan Cruz and Alex Langley. Kneeling, middle are Carson Milburn, Alonso Martinez, Castor Hernandez and Aaron Apelu.

Seated are Allyson Norton, Troikeyia Cooper, Kaberlin Hull, Alexandra Hart and Melanie Norton. Photo courtesy of USD 217 Facebook page. hurdles with a new school record time of 15:56. She also placed first in high jump with a jump of 5’4” and third in triple jump with a jump of 34’09”. She will compete in four events at the State track meet next weekend. Allyson Norton will also compete at State, following her fourth place finish in discus with a

throw of 90’07.50”.

Allyson placed tenth in shot put and twelfth in javelin.

Melanie Norton placed ninth in long jump and fifteenth in triple jump.

Congratulations and good luck next weekend at the Kansas State Track Meet Friday, May 25 and Saturday, May 26!

Rolla residents hear information about school

A community meeting took place Monday, May 7 at the Rolla Multipurpose room. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss current school finance and review upcoming opportunities for the 2018-2019 school year. After a wonderful fajita meal, prepared by the school’s own Tammy Bolin, Georgina Brown and Lori Sheedy, with the assistance of Melody Ellis, Jason LaRue stepped up to the mic for a quick reminder that the meeting needed to remain as positive as possible. The staff of Rolla introduced themselves and explained their job “specs” as it stands today. Every staff member in the district wears several hats during the day, many of which change at the drop of a hat, so to speak. Mrs. Kim Mauk, elementary principal and superintendent of schools, explained that Rolla is not closing, despite popular rumors that continue to fly around the area. The budget is getting tighter but for now, Rolla will remain open. The Photo courtesy of Karly approximately 120 people who attended the meeting Clinesmith’s Facebook page. were very considerate of

Karly graduates from Dental Hygiene School Karly Clinesmith officially completed her education at Amarillo College Dental Hygiene School. She received her coat Thursday, May 10, and then graduated with distinguished honors Friday, May 11. Her entire family was on hand to congratulate her and wish her well for her next venture.

Traveling from El Paso, Texas, were Karly’s older sister and her family, Lacee and Jake Lamb, Bailee and

By Phoebe Brummett

A nice crowd Monday, May 7.

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others, listening carefully to the information as it was presented.

Chosen as a Gemini school district in the fall of 2017, Rolla schools staff has been working over the past year to determine what the redesign efforts will entail.

Through this process, the new vision for USD 217 Rolla Schools is the Rolla Pirates Treasure Quest (Relationships that encourage Opportunities for Learning and Lasting Achievements or ROLLA). USD 217 teachers will be attending a training session June 25-29 to support them through this implementation. The best part of this initiative is that training efforts will have all expenses paid by supporters of the Summit Learning plat-

the

community

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form. Through the use of this platform, teachers will be mentors, meeting with students and parents more frequently to assess and target areas of concern and areas of praise. In addition, many additional parent nights and meetings will be offered to ensure all students, staff, and parents understand what this new Rolla Quest will entail for the 2018-2019 school year.

All in all, what Rolla needs most is more students and volunteers to help within the school itself. If you have any interest in helping or have questions about the redesign efforts, please contact the school at 620-593-4344 or email Mrs. Mauk at kmauk@usd217.org.

Georgina Brown, Tammy Bolin, Lori Sheedy and Melody Ellis made the fabulous fajita dinner for the community meeting attendees.

Aspen Sohm and Jamie Sheedy qualify to compete in National Championships

Miss Jamie presents the Almost Perfect Attendance Awards to Brynlee Williams and Natalie Villegas. With this year’s flu running its course multiple times, almost perfect was a massive achievement.

Awards Day is fun and entertaining Rolla’s teachers have always tried to make learning as fun and entertaining as possible and the awards day Wednesday, May 16, was no exception. Teachers dressed in various characters from popular Disney or other cartoons. Kris Hall wore an Eeyore outfit and was the emcee of the awards event.

Preschool and kindergarten teacher, Sherry Pinkley, donned her cape for SuperTeacher! She presented the first awards of the afternoon to her classes. Next, Jessie from Toy Story 2 joined the group as Jessie Slaughter presented the first and second grade awards.

Kim Clark was Doc from

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. She presented the math and science awards for third through fifth grades.

Cinderella, a.k.a. Becky Sohm, came without her shoe to present the ELA awards for third through fifth grades. Although Jamie Milburn and Kim Mauk weren’t dressed as characters, the entire production would not have been complete without them. Miss Jamie, as the students call her, presented the awards for Almost Perfect Attendance to Brynlee Williams and Natalie Villegas, who both only missed one day. It was the perfect end to a great school year.

Graduation wouldn’t be graduation without the assistance of some great ushers. The 2018 Ushers were left to right, Charlie Sheedy, Oscar Silva, Jonathan Cruz and Cacee Milburn. Photo courtesy of Traci Taylor.

Rolla Revitalization meeting is June 4 at Rolla Park The next Rolla Revitalization meeting will be Monday, June 4 at the Rolla Park. A picnic will begin at 6:00 p.m. followed by the meeting at 7:00 p.m. Seaboard Farms is generously donating the meat and will provide a cooker to prepare it. The Corner Stop will kindly provide all the buns needed.

Morton County Chamber of Commerce has graciously agreed to provide bottled water for the event. Please bring a side dish to comple-

ment pork burgers and hot dogs.

Other items still needed include plates and eating utensils. Any volunteers for those items, please contact Kim Mauk at 620593-4344 or by email or kmauk@usd217.org Phoebe Brummett at fuzzbeetruckn@gmail.com.

All community members are welcome and encouraged to attend. Please join the meeting to see what the future holds for Rolla!

Freshmen Aspen Sohm and Jamie Sheedy were the fall and spring Kansas state champions in Word 2016 and have been invited to compete in the Microsoft Office Specialist National Championships that will be June 1315 (yep, three weeks from now) in Atlanta Georgia.

They were able to raise the money for Aspen’s flight during basketball season with a couple of 50/50 drawings.

Unfortunately, Jamie just qualified last week, so she only has three weeks to raise the money for her trip. The girls need a small amount to pay for Jamie’s flight, parking and airport shuttle to and from hotel. Hotel and their meals during the contest have been covered. Rather than doing another go-

Jamie Sheedy left and Aspen Sohm right, are prepared for Nationals at MOS in Atlanta, Georgia this summer. Photo courtesy of Traci Taylor. fundme campaign, they would appreciate any help to be sent to Rolla Schools, P.O. Box 167, Rolla, Ks 67954.

Your generosity would be greatly appreciated!

LOOKING BACK

These are the students of the Good Luck School in the year of 1945-1946. Left to right are Barbara Jo Campbell, Ronnie Burrows, George Hinch, Robert Cott, unknown, Raymond Cott,

with Calab Kinsers and Marshall Mosers. There may have been other families. All of their moving was done with covered wagons and oxen or horses and mules.

In the fall of 1906, grandfather was elected Probate Judge of Stevens County and served in that office for six years. He lived on the farm and that meant going to town to perform his duties. He also tried to farm at the same time and with the help of his sons he was able to do this.

If he was working in the field and a couple came up to the house and wanted to be married, he would unhitch his horses and go to the house to perform the ceremony. I know of two couples that he married this way.

There were few preachers in the county at that time, so some people had weddings at home, and grandfather had the honor of marrying

many of them there.

Grandmother taught school during their years of marriage when time would permit it. In fact, my father learned to read some at the age of four because she took him to school with her.

Grandmother was probably one of the few pioneer women to have a high school education.

In 1913, grandfather built a new home on his homestead.

This was a nice home for that time. It was built by Mr. George Tubbs. Grandfather planted a good-sized peach orchard and lots of other trees and always had a large garden.

Grandfather and grandmother always maintained a good Christian home life and it was through their efforts the Maple Leaf School and Church was built.

Taken from the “History of Stevens County and its People”, published in 1979.

The smell and horror of war Rolla History from David Stout

A pamphlet was produced about the liberation efforts of the 71st Infantry Division.

The following are some excerpts about the smell that Virgil Stout remembered when liberating the camp. (http://remember.org/full_ version.html) WILLARD G. WYMAN, Major General, USA Commanding, FOREWORD – Gunskirchen Lager - The Seventy-First came to…

Gunskirchen Lager “The damning evidence against the Nazi war criminals found at Gunskirchen Lager is being recorded in this booklet in the hope that the lessons learned in Germany will not soon be forgotten by the democratic nations or the individual men who fought to wipe out a government built on hate, greed, race myths and murder. This is a true record. I saw Gunskirchen Lager myself before the 71st Division had initiated its merciful task of liberation. The horror of Gunskirchen must not be repeated. A permanent, honest record of the crimes committed there will serve to remind all of us in future years that the freedom and privileges we enjoy in a democratic nation must be jealously guarded and protected.”

“THE AMERICANS HAVE COME — AT LAST” - Capt. J. D. Pletcher, Berwyn, Ill., of the 71st Division Headquarters and Cpl. James DeSpain, Allegan, Michigan, arrived at Gunskirchen Lager the same morning the camp was found by elements of the Division. Capt. Pletcher’s account of the scenes he witnessed follows: “When the German SS troops guarding the concentration camp at Gunskirchen heard the Americans were coming, they suddenly got busy burying the bodies of their victims — or rather, having them buried by inmates – and gave the prisoners who were still alive what they considered an extremely liberal food ration: One lump of sugar per per-

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Memories from yesteryear

John and Della Cunningham

By Bessie Leonard My grandfather, John Cunningham, was born in Indiana in 1857. My grandmother was Della. They were married in 1881. In 1883 they came to Ford County in a covered wagon drawn by oxen. They homesteaded east of Spearville.

My father Edward Cunningham, was born to them in 1885.

When he was four days old, a rider rode into the yard and told them the Indians were coming.

Grandfather got the family into the wagon to go for shelter, and about that time, another rider came in and told them it was a false alarm. Someone had seen some tall corn waving in the wind and had become frightened. It had not been that many years since there had been an Indian uprising.

In 1906, they came to Stevens County. They made the journey

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son and one loaf of bread for every seven persons. Then, two days or a day and half before we arrived, the SS left.

All this I learned from talking to inmates of the camp, many of whom spoke English. Driving up to the camp in our jeep, Cpl. DeSpain and I first knew we were approaching the camp by the hundreds of starving, half crazed inmates lining the roads, begging for food and cigarettes. Many of them had been able to get only a few hundred yards from the gate before they keeled over and died. As weak as they were, the chance to be free and the opportunity to escape was so great they couldn’t resist, though it meant staggering only a few yards before death came.

“Then came the next indication of the camp’s nearness – the smell. There was something about the smell of Gunskirchen I shall never forget. It was strong, yes, and permeating too. Some six hours after we left the place, six hours spent riding in a jeep, where the wind was whistling around us, we could still detect the Gunskirchen smell. It had permeated our clothing and stayed with us.

“Of all the horrors of the place, the smell, perhaps, was the most startling of all.

It was a smell made up of all kinds of odors – human excreta, foul bodily odors, smoldering trash fires, German tobacco – which is a stink in itself – all mixed together in a heavy dank atmosphere, in a thick, muddy woods, where little breeze could go.

The ground was pulpy throughout the camp, churned to a consistency of warm putty by the milling of thousands of feet, mud mixed with feces and urine.

The smell of Gunskirchen nauseated many of the Americans who went there.

It was a smell I’ll never forget, completely different from anything I’ve ever encountered. It could almost be seen and hung over the camp like a fog of death.

“As we entered the camp, the living skeletons still able to walk crowded around us and, though we wanted to drive farther into the place, the milling, pressing crowd wouldn’t let us. It is not an exaggeration to say that almost every inmate was insane with hunger. Just the sight of an American brought cheers, groans and shrieks.

People crowded around to touch an American, to touch the jeep, to kiss our arms – perhaps just to make sure that it was true. The people who couldn’t walk crawled out toward our jeep. Those who couldn’t even crawl propped themselves up on an elbow, and somehow, through all their pain and suffering, revealed through their eyes the gratitude, the joy they felt at the arrival of Americans.

“An English-speaking inmate offered to show us around the camp. We accepted his offer. Another inmate organizer asked me if he could climb on the jeep to say a few words to his people. We helped him up on the hood and he yelled for order.

He spoke in his native tongue – Hungarian I believe – and my guide interpreted far [sic] us. He was asking the inmates to remain in the camp and not clutter up the roads, some 3,000 had already left, and he wanted his fellow prisoners to help the Yanks by staying off the roads. He told them that the Americans were bringing food and water and medical help. After every sentence he was interrupted by loud cheers from the crowd. It was almost like a political speech.

Everyone was hysterical with joy at being found by the Americans, yet in a frenzy of hunger, for they had had no food since the Germans left two days before, and not enough to keep anyone alive for months before.”

And this is what Virgil Stout of Rolla, Kansas experienced for himself, what he saw – and what he smelled.

The Good Luck School entertains parents in the early 1940’s. In the back row, left to right, are June Campbell (Lahey), Junior Hamilton, Pearl Cox and Everett Burrows. In the front row are

Darrel Haight, Joy Campbell (West), Bobby Oder, Donna Vee Burrows and Verl Burrows. Courtesy of Joy West. Thanks Joy, for bringing these in.

PUBLIC NOTICE (First Published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, May 24, 2018) 1t City of Moscow Water Quality Report - 2018 Covering Calendar Year - 2017 This brochure is a snapshot of the quality of the water that we provided last year. Included are the details about where your water comes from what it contains, and how it compares to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state standards. We are committed to providing you with information because informed customers are our best allies. If you would like to observe the decision-making process that affect drinking water quality, please call NORMA NAJERA at 620-598-2234.

Your water comes from 3 Ground Water Wells.

Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immunocompromised persons such as those with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers.

EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-4264791).

Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk.

More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the EPA's Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791).

The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity.

Contaminants that may be present in sources water before we treat it include:

• Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, livestock operations and wildlife.

• Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally-occurring or result from urban storm water runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining or farming.

• Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as storm water run-off, agriculture and residential uses.

• Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally occurring or the result of mining activity.

• Organic contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and also come from gas stations, urban storm water run-off, and septic systems.

In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulation which limits the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. We treat our water according to EPA’s regulations.

Food and Drug Administration regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water, which must provide the same protection for public health.

Our water system is required to test a minimum of 2 samples per month in accordance with the Total Coliform Rule for microbiological contaminants. Coliform bacteria are usually harmless, but their presence in water can be an indication of diseasecausing bacteria. When coliform bacteria are found, special follow-up tests are done to determine if harmful bacteria are present in the water supply. If this limit is exceeded, the water supplier must notify the public.

Water Quality Data The following tables list all the drinking water contaminants which were detected during the 2017 calendar year. The presence of these contaminants in the water does not necessarily indicate that the water poses a health risk. Unless noted, the data presented in this table is from testing done January 1 - December 31, 2017. The state requires us to monitor for certain contaminants less than once per year because the concentrations of these contaminants are not expected to vary significantly from year to year. Some of the data, though repre-

sentative of the water quality, is more than one year old. The bottom line is that the water that is provided to you is safe.

Terms & Abbreviations Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG): the “Goal” is the level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to human health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety.

Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL): the “Maximum Allowed” MCL is the highest level of a contaminant allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using best available treatment technology.

Secondary Maximum Contaminant Level (SMCL): recommended level for a contaminant that is not regulated and has no MCL. Action Level (AL): the concentration of a contaminant that, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements.

Treatment Technique (TT): a required process intended to reduce levels of a contaminant in drinking water.

Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level (MRDL): the highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants.

Non-Detects (ND): lab analysis indicates the contaminant is not present.

Parts per Million (ppm) or milligrams per liter (mg/l) Parts per Billion (ppb) or micrograms per liter (μg/l) Picocuries per Liter (pCi/L): a measure of the radioactivity in water.

Millirems per Year (mrem/yr): measure of radiation absorbed by the body.

Monitoring Period Average (MPA): An average of sample results obtained during a defined time frame, common examples of monitoring periods are monthly, quarterly and yearly.

Nephelometric Turbidity Unit (NTU): a measure of the clarity of water. Turbidity in excess of 5 NTU is just noticeable to the average person. Turbidity is not regulated for ground water systems.

Running Annual Average (RAA): an average of sample results obtained over the most current 12 months and used to determine compliance with MCLs. Locational Running Annual Average (LRAA): Average of sample analytical results for samples taken at a particular monitoring location during the previous four calendar quarters.

Testing Results for CITY OF MOSCOW Regulated Contaminants ARSENIC BARIUM CHROMIUM FLUORIDE

Collection Date 5/9/2016 5/9/2016 5/9/2016 5/9/2016

Highest Value 1.2 0.025 1.5 1.1

Range (low/high) 1.1-1.2 0.025 1.5 1.1

NITRATE SELENIUM

4/3/2017 5/9/2016

2.2 5.9

2.1-2.2 5.8-5.9

Disinfection Byproducts

Monitoring Period

TOTAL HALOACETIC ACIDS (HAA5) TTHM Lead and Copper COPPER, FREE LEAD

Monitoring Period 2014-2016 2014-2016

Unit

MCl

MCLG

Typical Source

ppb 10 ppm 2 ppb 100 ppm 4

0 2 100 4

ppm ppb

10 50

10 50

Erosion of natural deposits Discharge from metal refineries Discharge from steel and pulp mills Natural deposits; water additive which promotes strong teeth Runoff from fertilizer use Erosion of natural deposits

Your Range Highest RAA (high/low)

Unit

MCL

MCLG

Typical Source By-product of drinking water disinfection By-product of drinking water chlorination

2016

1

1

ppb

60

0

2016

7

7.3

ppb

80

0

90th Percentile 0.281 6.1

Range

Unit

AL

0.087-0.52 4.7-6.9

ppm ppb

1.3 15

Sites Typical Source Over AL 0 Corrosion of household plumbing 0 Corrosion of household plumbing

If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children.

Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. Your water system is responsible for providing high quality drinking water, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http://www.epa.gov/safewater/lead.

Secondary Contaminants-Non Health Based Contaminants-No Federal Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) Established ALKALINITY, TOTAL CALCIUM CHLORIDE CONDUCTIVITY @ 25 C UMHOS/CM CORROSIVITY HARDNESS, TOTAL (AS CACO3) IRON MAGNESIUM MANGANESE PH POTASSIUM SILICA SODIUM SULFATE TDS ZINC

Collection Date

Your Highest Value

Range (low/high)

Unit

SMCL

5/9/2016 5/9/2016 5/9/2016 5/9/2016 5/9/2016 5/9/2016 5/9/2016 5/9/2016 5/9/2016 5/9/2016 5/9/2016 5/9/2016 5/9/2016 5/9/2016 5/9/2016 5/9/2016

170 44 12 590 0.22 230 0.096 29 0.0015 8 4.1 24 44 110 380 0.047

160-170 44 11-12 580-590 0.13-0.22 230 0.028-0.096 29 0.0015 7.9-8 4.1 24 43-44 110 380 0.026-0.047

MG/L MG/L MG/L UMHO/CM LANG MG/L MG/L MG/L MC/L PH MG/L MG/L MG/L MG/L MG/L MG/L

300 200 250 1500 0 400 0.3 150 0.05 8.5 100 50 100 250 500 5

Please Note: Because of sampling schedules, results may be older than one year.

During the 2017 calendar year, we had no violation(s) of drinking water regulations.

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Don’t forget early deadline Friday, May 28 at 12:00 Noon for May 31 issue PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, May 24, 2018) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES, LLC PLAINTIFF -vsT HAGENAH, et. al.; DEFENDANTS No. 2018-CV-000013 Div. No. K.S.A. 60 Mortgage Foreclosure NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Under and by virtue of an Order of Sale issued by the Clerk of the District Court in and for the said County of Stevens, in a certain cause in said Court Numbered 2018-CV-000013, wherein the parties above named were respectively plaintiff and defendant, and to me, the undersigned Sheriff of said County, directed, I will offer for sale at public auction and sell to the highest bidder for cash in hand at the front steps of the courthouse in the City of Hugoton in said County, on June 14, 2018, at 10:00, of said day the following described real estate located in the County of Stevens, State of Kansas, to wit:

NINETY-THREE (93), TO THE CITY OF HUGOTON, STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT TWENTY (20) FEET SOUTH OF THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT FOUR (4), BLOCK NINETY-THREE (93) CITY OF HUGOTON, KANSAS, THENCE SOUTH SIXTY (60) FEET ALONG THE WEST BOUNDARY LINE OF SAID LOT FOUR (4), THENCE DUE EAST A DISTANCE OF 200 FEET TO THE EAST BOUNDARY LINE OF SAID LOT FOUR (4), THENCE DUE NORTH A DISTANCE OF SIXTY (60) FEET, THENCE DUE WEST A DISTANCE OF 200 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. MORE CORRECTLY KNOWN AS: Commonly known as 1036 South Harrison Street, Hugoton, Kansas 67951 This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Ted Heaton SHERIFF OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS SHAPIRO & KREISMAN, LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff 6811 Shawnee Mission Parkway Suite 309 Overland Park, KS 66202 (913)831-3000 Fax No. (913)831-3320 Our File No. 18-011039/jm

PART OF LOT FOUR (4), BLOCK

Solution to May 17, 2018 puzzle

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

Pick up an application at the Premier Shop or at the office, 400 NW Ave. in Hugoton.

GIN WORKERS NEEDED

Must have current CDL, good MVR & be able to pass drug & alcohol test

Benefits include BC/BS health insurance and 401(k) plan

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

You must fill out application at office 1 mile south of Cimarron at Tim Dewey Trucking Office: 620-855-3188 or Darren 620-357-1710 (tfc26)

TRUCK DRIVER WANTED

For a very progressive, family-oriented company.

Competitive pay based on experience. Home every night.

Clean class A CDL required. Applicant must pass physical, drug screen and back exam. Benefits include health insurance, life insurance and paid time off.

Uniforms and safety equipment provided

Contact LATHEM WATER SERVICE, PO Box 1105, 920 S. Colorado Ulysses, Ks. 67880 620-356-3422 or email resume to walmac@pld.com

Pre-employment drug & alcohol test.

Apply at gin 3 1/2 mi. SW of Moscow Hwy 56 or call 620-598-2008. (tfc9)

NEXTGEN CATTLE FEEDING LLC has immediate openings for

General Maintenance/ Mill Workers

For more information, please call 620-356-4100 (2c20)

Stevens County Conservation District is seeking a

District Manager Stevens County Conservation District is looking for an office manager to join their team in the USDA Service Center, Hugoton, Kansas.

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, office administration, managing the clerical and program aspect of the conservation district and coordinating with agency partners. Office management experience is a plus but not essential.

Please send your resume to: Stevens County Conservation District, 607 E. Eleventh St., Hugoton, Ks. 67951 or via email to: seamancrop@hotmail.com.

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Interviews will start after July 6, 2018.

MULTIPLE POSITIONS

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Five Rivers Cattle Feeding/Grant County Feeders is looking for hard working and dependable individuals to work in our well maintained facilities.

Grant County Feeders has a Mechanic position and Mill Laborer position open. Positions also available in the Cattle department.

Please call Grant

County Feeders at 620-356-4466

to inquire about these job opportunities.

We offer competitive wages, a full benefit package, and a “Safety First” culture. Come join the team at Five Rivers Cattle Feeding/Grant County Feeders.

You may apply in person at 7597 W. Rd. 17, Ulysses, KS, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday, or apply anytime on the following Web site: www.fiveriverscattle.com/careers EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled

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YOUR NEW CAREER

Area Supervisor Mike Harris

405-416-4516

STARTS HERE

Stevens County Hospital is seeking eligible candidates to fill the following positions: Full-time position of Dietary Homemaker to join our team at Pioneer Manor The homemaker performs the duties of dining services, (including preparing breakfast, salad and dessert preparation, cleaning and santizing the household kitchen area, and assuring adequate stock of snacks for residents are available). As cook, the homemaker will prepare food for household meals, serving in a timely manner, maintaining high quality standards and portion control using standardized recipes as directed by the menu. The homemaker assists with serving resident meals, snacks, and nourishments and facilitates activities for elders and the household that involve food preparation or other activities specific to the kitchen.

Full-time RNs/LPNs to work nights on the Med/Surg floor of the Stevens County Hospital. Qualified candidates must have Kansas nursing licensure to be eligible. We offer competitive wages, shift differentials, and mileage reimbursement to nurses living 15 miles or more outside of Stevens County. A generous sign-on bonus is available to full-time new hires. For more information contact Dawn Maas, DON at 620-544-8511.

PRN RNs and LPNs for all shifts at the Stevens County Hospital and Pioneer Manor. Qualified candidates must have Kansas RN/LPN licensure to be eligible. We offer competitive wages, shift differentials of $2.50/$3.50 for RNs; $1.50/$2.25 for LPNs; and mileage reimbursement to RNs and LPNs living 15 miles or more outside of Stevens County.

Full-time CNAs to work at Pioneer Manor, both day and night shifts are available. Qualified candidates must have current Kansas CNA licensure, a love of the elderly and the willingness to work as a valued part of our team. We offer an exceptional benefits package, shift differentials and a set rotation with every other weekend off.

Full-time RNs or LPNs to work both shifts at Pioneer Manor. Qualified candidates must have Kansas RN/LPN licensure to be eligible. We offer competitive wages, shift differentials of $2.50/$3.50 for RNs; $1.50/$2.25 for LPNs; and mileage reimbursement to RNs and LPNs living 15 miles or more outside of Stevens County.

Applications may be obtained at the Information Desk, located next to the Medical Clinic inside Stevens County Hospital.

Resumes may be emailed to dmangels@stevenscountyhospital.com or you may call Human Resources at 620-544-6141 for more information regarding any current openings.

PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, May 10, 2018) 3t IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Loren K. Sullivan, deceased, CASE NO. 18-PR-17 NOTICE TO CREDITORS THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are notified that on May 1, 2018, a Petition for Probate of Will and Issuance of Letters Testamentary was filed in this Court by Kenneth Sullivan, an heir, devisee and legatee, and executor named in the Last Will and Testament of Loren K. Sullivan, deceased.

All creditors of the decedent are notified to exhibit their demands against the Estate within the latter of four months from the date of first publication of notice under K.S.A. 59-2236 and amendments thereto, or if the identity of the creditor is known or reasonably ascertainable, 30 days after actual notice was given as provided by law, and if their demands are not thus exhibited they shall be forever barred.

KENNETH SULLIVAN Executor BROLLIER, WOLF & KUHARIC Box 39, Hugoton, KS 67951 (620) 544-8555 Attorneys for Executor

PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, May 10, 2018) 3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF STEVENS COUNTY, KANSAS CIVIL DEPARTMENT U.S. Bank, National Association, as Indenture Trustee for the AFC Mortgage Loan Asset Backed Notes, Series 20002 Plaintiff, vs.

Nellie Garcia, et al.

Defendants.

Case No. 10CV18

Front Door of the Courthouse at Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, on June 5, 2018, at 10:00 AM, the following real estate: Lot Twelve (12), in Block Thirtyseven (37), in the City of Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, according to the duly filed and recorded Plat thereof, commonly known as 416 South Monroe 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: 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

Ted E Heaton, Sheriff Stevens County, Kansas Prepared By: SouthLaw, P.C. Mark Mellor (KS #10255) 245 N. Waco, Suite 410 Wichita, KS 67202 (316) 684-7733 (316) 684-7766 (Fax) Attorneys for Plaintiff (42153)

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FOR SALE

The Hugoton Hermes | Thursday, May 24, 2018 |

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FOR SALE: Black Angus Bulls, Registered, Tested, 2 year olds, Yearlings, Heifer Bulls, Delivery, Conformation, Performance. Call: Black Velvet Ranch, Aaron Plunkett, Syracuse, KS 620-384-1101.

(15c16) --------------HOME FOR SALE: 1203 S. Jefferson, 3 bedroom/2 bath.

Living Room w/ fireplace, lot & a half, appliances included (washer/dryer, refrigerator, stove, dishwasher). Call 620-544-1714. (tfc15) ---------------

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

120 S. Main • 620-356-5808 • Ulysses www.faulknerrealestate.com Se Habla Español - 356-5808

GARAGE SALES GARAGE SALE: Friday and Saturday, May 25 and 26, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 511 W. 9th St. Red & Green Tamales for Sale --------------GARAGE SALE: Saturday, May 26, 8:00 a.m., 607 Harrison Street --------------PROJECT HOPE GARAGE SALE: Friday, June 1 and Saturday, June 2, First Church of God, Donations Will Be Accepted Wednesday and Thursday, May 30-31 from 4:008:00 p.m. at the First Church of God. ---------------

518 Jayhawk Avenue - Beautiful ranch style on a 1.5 lots. Gorgeous oak cabinets and trim, 3 bed/2 bath, att garage, WIC, basement, fence, sprinkler, det garage and much, much more! Call to schedule your private showing!

1204 S Madison- Nice ranch style with a full finished basement. This property has a lot to offer. 3 bed/2 bath with an additional room that could be bed/office/craft room. Deck, in ground sprinkler, attached and detached garages, storage shed. All this home needs is a new family! Located in the Kallenbach addition close to schools and merchants!

Call today to see this beauty!

1001 S Harrison - Beautiful ranch, located close to schools! 5 bed/3 bath, dine in kitchen with appliances, formal dining, finished basement, corner lot, screened patio.

Great find!! Call today to schedule a show1403 S Jefferson- Beautiful ranch, 3 bed/3 ing!! bath, att garage, cen H/A, fpl, cov patio, 36 x 24 det garage w/heat & bath. This is truly a pleaser for the whole family. Call Karen today to view this nice property!

1035 S Van Buren- Nice, ranch style, 2 bed/1 b, att garage, sprinkler system, security system, circle drive. Nice updates! Call today to see this nice property!

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511 S Washington - Ranch style 3 bed/2 ba, attached garage, cen H/A, kitchen appliances, fenced yard. Fresh paint, move in ready! Call to see this nice property!

ION EDUCT R R E FURTH

SERVICES OFFERED DETAIL & CAR WASHES: Prices in accordance with vehicle size. Call or text 620-391-3657 and ask for Tanae.

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--------------FOR RENT: 2 bedroom, 2 bath mobile home. References required. Call 620-5442892. (tfc19)

450 sq. ft. Corner Office @1026 S. Main (tfc15)

FOR RENT: 2 affordable Mobile Homes for Rent. 1- 2 bdrm and 1 3-bdrm. Available in June.

Call 544-3069. (tfc20)

T 3 bedroom FOR REN

house

Fenced-in yar, carport, sm. shed Available after June 15

Call 620-544-8202 or 620-428-5033

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ROLLA PLAZA APARTMENTS 1- and 2- bedroom apartments available (Rental Assistance Available) Equal Housing Opportunity

FOR SALE BY OWNER

146 S. Jefferson 3 bed, 1 bath, 2 car detached garage Countless recent improvements throughout the home -

TOO MANY to list!

1633 State Road 25- "As Is" Manufactured home with addition and acreage close to town! Call for details!

Call 620-544-6310 to find out more 3 Bedroom/ 1 Bath, 1227 Sq. Ft.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

CASE NO. 18-PR-16 NOTICE TO CREDITORS THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are notified that on April 27, 2018, a Petition for Probate of Will and Issuance of Letters Testamentary was filed in this Court by Robert Allen Rich, an heir, devisee and legatee, and executor named in the Last Will and Testament of Ronnie Lee Rich, deceased, dated June 13, 2012, requesting the Will filed with the Petition be admitted to probate and record; Petitioner be appointed as Executor, without bond; Petitioner be granted Letters Testamentary.

You are required to file your written defenses to the Petition on or before

ACT CONTR R E D N U 1004 S Van Buren - Ranch style, brick 3 bed/2 b, basement, att garage, 40 x 30 det garage, fence, kit, island & appliances, cen H/A. A must see!!! Call today to view this beautiful home!

1101 S Adams- Ranch Style, 5 bed/2 b, appliances, fin bsmt, cen H/A, att garage, fence. Cute as can be!! Call Karen today to schedule your showing!!

Central Air/Heat, 2 Car Det. Garage, Underground Sprinkler System, Sold As Is on a Double Lot

515 E. Eighth

Call 620-544-6818 Charming home with great location.

Lots of original woodwork.

4 Bedroom/2 Full Bath Large fenced backyard.

All major kitchen appliances included.

308 Fourth Avenue, Rolla - Charming, Ranch style, 4 bed/2 bath, bsmt, fence, det garage, carport, hardwood floors. Call Karen today to see this nice property!

Call or text 544-6787 or 453-1724

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SUPPORT GROUPS 1101 S Monroe- Ranch style, brick, great location, 3 bed/3 b, bsmt, fence, cen H/A, att garage. Nice property! Call today to schedule your showing!

ED REDUC 1003 S. Adams - Beautiful, 1 1/2 story, 5 bed 3 bath, fpl, 2 decks, oversized garage w/workshop, storage shed and much, much more! $275,000

310 West 9th St- Ranch Style, 3 bed/2.5 bath, open concept, fpl, kit appl, att garage, det garage, fence, cen H/A, safe room...much more. Call today to see this lovely home!!

312 S Jackson- Lot in the original LD today to town of Hugoton.

SOCall see this property!!

“Specializing in Agricultural Land, Residential and Commercial Property” Mark Faulkner - Broker Karen Yoder - Associate Broker Residential, Agricultural & Commercial Specialist

Karen Yoder

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

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Ronnie Lee Rich, deceased,

$89,000

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 544-9047. (tfc1) ---------------

June 11, 2018, at 10:00 a .m. in the District court, Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail to file your written defenses, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the Petition.

All creditors of the decedent are notified to exhibit their demands against the Estate within the latter of four months from the date of first publication of notice under K.S.A. 59-2236 and amendments thereto, or if the identity of the creditor is known or reasonably ascertainable, 30 days after actual notice was given as provided by law, and if their demands are not thus exhibited they shall be forever barred.

ROBERT ALLEN RICH Petitioner BROLLIER, WOLF & KUHARIC Box 39, Hugoton, KS 67951 (620) 544-8555 Attorneys for Petitioner

“Call Us For All Your Real Estate Needs”

Early Deadline: Friday Noon PUBLIC NOTICE (First published in The Hugoton Hermes, Thursday, May 17, 2018) 3t IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Paula J. Fox, deceased, CASE NO. 17-PR-275 NOTICE OF HEARING THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are notified that a petition has been filed in this Court by Robert C. Fox, duly appointed, qualified and acting Executor of the Estate of Paula J. Fox, deceased, requesting that Petitioner’s acts be approved; the Waivers of petitioner’s account be settled and allowed; the heirs be determined; the Will construed and the Estate be assigned to the persons entitled thereto; the Court find the allowances requested for attorneys’ fees and expenses are reasonable, should be

allowed and ordered paid; the court costs be determined and ordered paid; the administration of the Estate be closed; upon the filing of receipts the Petitioner be finally discharged as Executor of the Estate of Paula J. Fox, deceased, and Petitioner be released from further liability.

You are required to file your written defenses to the petition on or before June 11, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. in the District Court in Hugoton, Stevens County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail to file your written defenses, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition.

ROBERT C. FOX, Executor BROLLIER, WOLF & KUHARIC Box 39, Hugoton, KS 67951 (620) 544-8555 Attorneys for Executor

AL-Anon Family Group

Support for family & friends of problem drinkers meet Mondays & Thursdays at 8 pm 1405 Cemetery Road 544-2610 or 544-2854 kansas-al-anon.org tfc

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

Please Bring Your Own Food Containers 1042 S. Jackson Suite C tfc37

BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL

DIRECTORY (tfc46)

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

Karen Yoder - 544-4161 or Cellphone 544-3730

WANTED

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516 W. Tenth - Ranch, 3 bed/1 ba., cen H/A, carport, fence. Great starter home!!

Call today!!

705 Washington, Rolla - Beautiful Brick Ranch Style, fin basement, 5 bed/3 b, att grg, fence, appliances! Move in ready! Call today!!

The family would like to thank all who have helped during this time with funeral preparations, meals, gifts, cards, prayers and other thoughtful acts of service.

The Keith Jarvis family

(tfc9)

HOME FOR SALE BY OWNER

1027 S. Jackson

ED REDUC

Thank You

Fenced yard, covered back patio with lights and ceiling fans

For Sale By Owner

620-492-6608 Office tfc16

CARD OF THANKS

402 S. Harrison St. $69,500.00 NOW $69,000.00 Located on a corner lot with 3 Bedrooms, 1 & 3/4 Bathrooms, 1 Car Garage,& Partial Basement. You can most certainly make this home yours with some TLC.

(620) 624-1212

SOLD

FOR RENT FOR RENT: 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments. Furnished or unfurnished. Bills included, washer & dryer and cable.

One apartment has become available and one house is available. Call 620-544-2232.

UCE D!!

307 N. Kansas, Suite 101 Liberal, KS 67901

SOLD

507 Jayhawk Ave - Price Reduction! This beautiful ranch style home has so much to offer the growing family. 3 bed/3 bath, large kitchen w/appliances, full bsmt with 420 S Washington- Ranch, two living areas, wet bar, oversized dbl garage with that gourmet kitchen with commercial appliances, "man cave" feel! Fenced yard, spinkler attached 3 car garage. Call today to see this system, established neighborhood! Great lovely home! family area!!! Just ask the neighbors!! Call today to see this nice property!!

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609 S. Van Buren St. $95,000 NOW $90,000 Older 2 Story home in Hugoton with lots of storage and ready for a big family with its 5 Bedrooms, 2 Bath. Located on good sized lot with 2 car garage.

1501 S Madison - Beautiful bi-level, 5 bed/2 bath, att garage, central H/A, fpl (2), deck, in ground sprinkler, corner lot, good location!

Call Karen today to see this gorgeous property!!

SOLD

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LAWN PRO Will Schnittker

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Security Lights provide anytime access.

All units have concrete floors and secure locks.

estimates available on request

Call Sherri May 620-453-1092 will travel within reason

515 Northeast Avenue • Hugoton, Ks. Sizes Available: 5x10, 10x10, 10x15, 10x20, 12x24

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600 E. 11th Open 8 am - 5 pm

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

to see YOUR ad here!

Parsons Lawn Care Jon Parsons

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congratulations

10B | Thursday, May 24, 2018 | The Hugoton Hermes

and

GOOD LUCK AT STATE

State track qualifying Hugoton High School athletes include, left to right, Joseph Sanchez, Jahaziel Garcia, Eric Perry, Ethan Fox,

Jacob Eckert, Carter Coziahr, Dawson Kerbow, Mitchell Hamlin and Abraham Garcia.

2018 KSHSAA

Moscow State track qualifier Axel Granillo

State Track & Field Championships

May 25-26

Cessna Stadium

Wichita

Seated are State qualifiers Allyson Norton, Troikeyia Cooper, Kaberlin Hull, Alexandra Hart

Visit kshsaa.org

and Melanie Norton. Photo courtesy of USD 217 Facebook page.

for event info &

heartlandtiming.com for LIVE results

David Light

Moscow State track qualifier Jaylen Mendez

Your Oklahoma & Kansas Ag Specialist

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