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Winter 2014

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Worth The Drive Plus...

Alberta To Ada...And All For A Used Kubota

The Land Doctors Air On OETA Great Plains Edmond Opening This Spring Compassion Without Judgement

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A 54 hour drive from Alberta to Ada to purchase/pick up a Pre-Owned Kubota proved to be worth the drive for one Canadian couple. When Allan and Alicia Lineham began their search for a used piece of equipment to clear their 1/8 mile drive way in Alberta Canada they knew it had to be Kubota. What they didn’t know is how far their search would take them. See more pictures and an emailed note to Great Plains living from this interesting couple on page eight.

Pg. 8 Remember...We want to hear from you. If you have an interesting story like the Lineham’s, and would like to share it with our readers please email Great Plains living. For story ideas and other information contact Reed Boettcher at rboettcher@greatplainskubota.com, or call 580-427-9000.

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EDITORIAL Join the GP Photo contest and read about cold weather outdoor activities

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GP RENTS Great Plains is no stranger to renting equipment but this time its strictly Kubota

GREAT PLAINS EDMOND Great Plains Manager Frank Serrano to lead our new dealership

RECIPES Ideas for the grill or smoker from Great Plains own “pit master”, Mike Summers

People THE LAND DOCTORS Great Plains sponsors new TV show and offers tech tips for spring

WATER ISN’T WATER Maintaining drinking water for livestock during the coldest months

ONLY RAM JACK The Kubota K008 mini excavator increases foundation repair production

Products KUBOTA HAY TOOLS A product overview on the new hay equipment offered by Kubota

BE AN ACE Drive solo on the all new Polaris Sportsman Ace, the only ATV of its kind

Perspective COMPASSION Since 2002 the Matthew 25 mission has donated over 1,000,000 lbs. of food greatplainskubota.com

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2014 Great Plains Inc. Photo Contest Who:

Proud Kubota or Polaris owners that enjoy their equipment and photography. What: Enter the GP photo contest and submit a high-resolution photograph to Reed Boettcher at rboettcher@gpkubota by April 11th for a chance to win an in-store credit of up to $500! Contestants may submit up to 5 photographs. Photos should reflect Kubota or Polaris equipment in a local setting and should meet one of the following criteria. 1. Photo Shows Equipment in Use 2. Equipment is part of a scenic portrayal 3. Equipment becomes part of a background 4. Equipment reflects human interaction within the frame Photos must be taken by the contestant in order to qualify. Photo modifications with programs such as Photoshop are allowed. Photos with indecent content will be disqualified. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards will be given to those photographs that display the best content, composition, and arrangement. Submitted photos will become property of great Plains Inc. and may or may not be published, replicated, duplicated, altered, printed or otherwise used in various mediums. However, photos will be credited accordingly. The main purpose of this contest is to generate photos for in-store display. When: Contest ends April 11th. Prizes: 1st - $500 Credit / 2nd - $250 Credit / 3rd - $100 Credit For questions call Reed at 580-427-9000 Email Your Photos to: rboettcher@gpkubota.com

Editorial

Embrace the Cold - Cold Weather Activities

inter has a way of keeping people indoors where it’s warm. I say don’t let negative temps and wind chills slow you down, because there is plenty of fun to be had in the winter months of Oklahoma. In the winter there are a few activities I do to satisfy my outdoor urges. Here’s my list of frigid fun, and tips to make cold weather more enjoyable! Cold Weather Camping - Camping in the cold is all about keeping warm and eating well. Half the fun is getting bundled up and simply enjoying the warmth of a campfire. Plus, camping in the “off-season” is a great way to dust off the gear and get it ready for warmer weather. Freezing Fishing - Fishing is a year round sport. This time of year I capitalize on three forms of fishing that either can’t be done or aren’t as productive during warmer months. First, and possibly the most fun is snagging. With a sandy bottom river and the right rig snagging can produce a day full of fun and BIG 4

fish. My father-in-law introduced me to snagging on the Red River for monster alligator gar. Since then I was hooked. Trout season is also in full swing during the winter. My favorite spot is Blue River. The trout at Blue are bigger and more plentiful than ever. Trout fishing is a great way to fish with lighter gear and simply enjoy scenery and perhaps a picnic by a waterfall. Lastly, shallow water jugging for big blue cats is a must do, but it isn’t for the cold natured. Being out on the water will undoubtedly get you wet. It’s rough conditions, but the payoff is BIG, BIG, catfish. Predator Hunting - What fun would the outdoors be without hunting. Predator hunting is at it’s peak in the winter and it’s a great transition between deer and turkey season. All this is fun, but really I’m ready for warmer weather. Reed Boettcher - Editor GPL Winter 2014

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New Television Show Tours Oklahoma Ranches

new Oklahoma TV show entitled “The Land Doc Doctors” is now being filmed and is set to air on OETA starting at 8:30 A.M. on April 6, 2014. The program will give viewers a behind the gate look at some of Oklahoma’s most beautiful and interesting ranches and farms. In addition, the show features a do it yourself segment that demonstrates various approaches taken by featured landowners. The show is hosted by Dr. Kelly Hurt of Allen, Okla. and features the latest Kubota tractors and Land Pride implements from Great Plains Kubota. According to Dr. Hurt, “A lot of times, we tend to think the experts are the folks in research or academia, when in reality, some of the smartest, most experienced practitioners are the landowners who are out on the land trying new and exciting things. That’s why we named the show “The Land Doctors” in the plural form. Since so much of this activity occurs on private properties that are seldom seen by anyone other than family and a few close friends, much of this work is unknown and unappreciated. We wanted to create a show that opened up these properties to viewers so that motivated landowners could learn from one another.” The first season of 13 original episodes will air twice weekly for 13 weeks and then go into reruns for a subsequent 13 weeks. Episodes will cover diverse and unique land issues from creating a trout stream to exploring Oklahoma caves. In addition, the show will visit ranches owned by notable public figures from former Governor Frank Keating to David 6

By Dr. Kelly Hurt Mantle, the son of baseball legend Mickey Mantle. One episode even relates real estate development work in Costa Rica to a common need for fencing here in Oklahoma. In addition, the program will cover some Oklahoma history as it looks back to the rough and tumble days of the early Oklahoma oil fields. Great Plains Kubota owner and series sponsor, Bill Clark, commented on some of the goals of “The Land Doctors.” “As a sponsor of the show, our overall goal is to create programming that is both educational and inspirational for families to get outdoors. We hope that people will watch it and then go out and try projects of their own. Most importantly, we really want to see families working together and enjoying themselves while they work on something productive. Even if it’s something as simple as gathering and planting acorns, we want to see families building memories and enhancing the land in a positive way that will last for generations,” said Bill Clark, owner of Great Plains Kubota. For more information on this program and show times, please visit www.landdoctors.com. If you have a property that you think would be good for the show, please call Kelly Hurt at 580 421 7512.

Doctor’s Orders – Take Advantage of Down Time to Service Equipment

t is easy to get a bad case of cabin fever when the cold weather, snow and rain of winter descends on Oklahoma. It’s hard to be motivated when the temperature is below freezing and the wind is howling. However, for the lucky ones who have a nice shop, this is a perfect time to catch up on some equipment maintenance. During the spring and summer, we find ourselves so busy trying to get everything planted, plowed and mowed that we sometimes lose track of our maintenance schedule. That’s what makes this a perfect time of year to catch up, with no grass to mow, hay to bale or garden to be tended, you should have a little extra time to maintain (change oil, check fluids, grease) and repair your equipment. Make sure to check the number of hours you have run your tractor since last changing the oil. Also, it is GPL Winter 2014

Orders Cont. really easy to forget or overlook grease fittings, make sure and review your owner’s manual or at least do a thorough inspection to make sure you are finding them all. All of that and a quick look at the air filter and you should be ready for spring. Just remember the old saying, “Go slow and grease often!”

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Featuring Jamie Anderson here are a few simple things you can do this winter to insure your Kubota equipment will perform the way it’s supposed this spring. Below I’ve highlighted what is important, and given some personal recommendations. As always read and know your owners manual. I can’t stress the importance of the owners manual enough. If your Kubota has been sitting all winter start by opening the hood and inspecting for rodent and bird nests. People under estimate the devastation rodents can do to wiring and the fact they may have rodents. It only takes one to send a machine to the shop. After a good visual inspection check your oil and hydraulic levels, air filters, and hoses. It’s also a good idea to inspect your sediment bowl to make sure nothing harmful will go through your system when you do start your engine. Lubrication is the lifeline of any machine. After you’ve checked your lubricates and properly greased your points I suggest cleaning your machine. If you start and end jobs with a clean machine you’ll get better performance. Another important fluid to keep in mind is your fuel. Clean fuel is a must and cold fuel can gel. Diesel 911 is a great additive that prevents gelling. After you’ve inspected and cleaned your machine it needs to start and run prior to use. Before you start to use it regularly start the machine and let it get up to operating temperature. Then run through the functions. I don’t suggest letting machines set idol because it is extremely hard on them. These few tips will help your equipment when preparing for regular use. If you know your machine must sit idol invest in a battery maintainer. Block heaters are good to have as well. The easiest thing you can do if you are letting your equipment idol is start it one to three times a week and let it get up to temp. Lastly if it isn’t in use block the clutch so that the clutch disc don’t seize to the fly wheel. What you put into your machine is what you get out of it. Do the simple steps to take care of your equipment or I can take care of it after the fact. The ladder is usually more expensive. Be safe, know your manual, and have a great spring season! greatplainskubota.com

KEEP IT

If you’ve invested in a Kubota you’ve made a wise choice! Kubota products are recognized worldwide for their state of the art engineering and design. Protect and maximize that investment by taking your Kubota to the factory-trained service technicians at Great Plains Kubota. From regular service to more advanced mechanical troubleshooting, our factory-trained experts have the tools, training, and expertise to keep your Kubota operating at peak performance. So while your Kubota may not require service very often, when it doeskeep it Kubota!

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Kubota Equipment Now Available For Rent

reat Plains is now renting Kubota equipment at their Ada Kubota dealership, and will be renting at all other stores by as early as summer. The company is no stranger to renting equipment. Great Plains was in the equipment rental industry for 11 years before selling Great Plains Rent-All to Volvo a few years ago. Unlike before Great Plains will only offer Kubota equipment to rent through their dealerships. Customers will be able to rent Kubota tractors, Track Loaders, Excavators, and Utility Vehicles. Great Plains manager Will Clark commented on the decision to begin GP Rents. “We have a background in renting so it’s easy for us, and great for customers. Renting is a cost affective way for some users who have limited use of heavy machinery. By offering the rental option we meet the needs of seasonal or situational customers. Renting Kubota equipment is also a great tool to attract new customers to the benefits of these machines, said Clark.” For more information about Kubota rentals call Will Clark at 580-427-9000, or refer to the GP Rents rate sheet on the following page.

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bit of hindsight on our adventure started with the need of a small yard tractor to help clear snow off our 1/8 mile driveway at our newly acquired old place, located in central Alberta, Canada. The decision was made with a twist, why not enjoy some history and scenery of a state or two in which we have never visited in the United States. So with a few Kubota model's in Pictured: The mind, we started an onLineham’s late model line search and found just tractor is used to clear their long 1/8th mile what we were looking for, driveway. an older 25 hp, four wheel Photos Submitted drive L-Series with a loader in Ada Oklahoma sold by Great Plains Kubota. The tractor was well used and needed some work, however this helped keep the cost down for we are starting out in the equipment department. The drive with a truck and flat deck trailer was 27 hours one way and our friends and family thought we (or more so I) were nuts, but we must say it was quite enjoyable. There is a lot of baron land between us, for example east Colorado and Kansas, but they were amazing in their own way. Arriving in Oklahoma in November was a complete delightful surprise as some farmers were still harvesting and the landscape was beautiful with rolling hills and vegetation still full of color while our harvest time was over in early September, with snow on the ground and the trees having turned. Then came Mr. Johnny Walton (John Boy) whom I had been dealing with at Great Plains Kubota since the start of this stray idea. Usually sales people are a pain in my butt, however this time it was a reversion (I was the pain in his butt), Johnny did a top notch job helping us carry out the task of purchase, pick up, and export. My hat is off to you Johnny. We had time limitations to get back for work so we had to leave as fast as we arrived with the tractor loaded up. Unfortunately we missed a football game that Johnny had invited to watch with his wife. Also we missed the opportunity to try a "mud bug" that he was raving about. It’s on our list for the next time we are passing through! It is February and we are still pleased with the little tractor, having made a few repairs, one being the addition of a block heater! Thanks again to Johnny and Great Plains Kubota!! From your neighbors Allan and Alicia.... GPL Winter 2014

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NEW - Kubota Hay Equipment

ubota has introduced numerous new products this year, but perhaps the most surprising is the introduction Kubota’s Hay Tool Implements. Kubota now offers disc mowers, tedders, and rakes to their already impressive line of agriculture equipment. The disc mowers offer effective and reliable performance as well as easy operation for non-stop mowing productivity. Kubota tedders and rakes are the perfect combination to help speed up the drying process and ensure clean raking performance. DISC MOWERS - Kubota is proud to introduce an extensive new range of side mounted disc mowers, specifically developed for the North American market. built their disc mowers with no compromises. The DM-series side mounted disc mowers offer a working width ranging from 5’6” up to 10’5”. The counterrotating three blades per disc Kubota mowers are constantly cutting and offer no compromises in performance. This means a third less load per blade; an even load on the drive; and smoother power usage. The result is neat, clean stubble. greatplainskubota.com

Being prepared when mowing needs to take place is essential. The new range of Kubota mowers are designed to offer maximum productivity. Kubota’s DM series has five tough and reliable models to choose from. The DM1017, DM1022, DM1024, DM2028, and the DM2032 cutting widths range from 5’6” to 10’5”. The new Kubota DM1000 series cutters feature a new heavy-duty Kubota cutterbar, which is designed for low maintenance and quiet operation. The fully welded cutter with overlapping C-channels has a rigid and sturdy construction, ensuring a very high level of durability. The Kubota cutterbar has a high oil capacity which ensures a low working temperature. The long curved gear wheels run smoothly in oil and provide optimal power transmission with little slack. Kubota disc mowers also feature a spring loaded break away. When an obstacle is encountered, the mower swings backwards to protect the cutterbar. By reversing, the mower is reset into working position. 11

Products Hay Equipment Cont. The Kubota DM2000 models are lightweight, simple mowers with a compact, but durable design for maximum output at a competitive price. They are offered in working widths of 9’2” and 10’5”. Featuring the Kubota cutterbar with triangular discs, continuous and excellent cutting performance, especially in difficult crop conditions, is ensured.

The mowers are equipped with a powerful and flexible spring loaded V-Belt drive. As the belt loosens, the spring pushes the drive wheel outwards, automatically tensioning the belt. The DM2000 series is fitted with the Kubota Non-Stop BreakAway system to protect the cutterbar. The integrated BreakAway system is designed to protect the cutterbar from foreign obstacles. Upon striking an obstacle in the field the mowing unit swings backwards and up. This provides maximum protection of the cutterbar. What this means to the operator is effortless continuous protection for efficient cutting. The 2000 series is just as easy to operate as the small 1000 series disc mowers. Adjustable suspension springs are easily set, to provide the ground pressure required. Once the machines have been set correctly, all the operations can be done from inside the tractor. No use of the three point hitch is needed when lifting on headlands or going into transport position. Having added hay tools to the line up means that Kubota is expanding their footprint in the agricultural market. Great Plains salesman, Brent Elliott, commented on the new products. “It is nice to see Kubota is making a quality effort in completing the line of farm and forage equipment. The disc mowers especially will be a great added bonus for our Kubota customers. The name Kubota is synonymous with quality and I expect nothing less 12

with their hay tools, said Elliott.” RAKES - Kubota is also offering it’s first pull-type rotary rake with a working width of 13’9” (4.2m). The Kubota RA1042T is fitted with 11 tangential tine arms and 4 double tines per arm. The high tine frequency ensures clean raking performance, even at reduced rpm and high travel speed. Infinitely variable cam track adjustment allows fine tuning to obtain optimum raking and swath formation according to crop conditions. The new Kubota RA1042T single rotary rake is designed for low power requirements, while still delivering considerable working width of 13’9”. Offering a pull-type design and linkage mounted drawbar, the Kubota RA1042T can be easily operated by low horsepower tractors. TEDDERS - The new Kubota TE4052T is designed to optimize performance for producing dry hay. The four rotors, in combination with a wide overlap, ensure complete pick up of the hay and equal distribution over the entire working width. The Kubota TE4052T rotors are driven by a low maintenance gearbox with only one grease point. The bearings from the pinion and crown wheel ensure maximum longevity of the driveline. The low weight of 904 lbs is ideal for applications with small tractors, or on hilly terrain.

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spreaders. From golf courses to orchards Kubota spreaders are reliable, easy to operate and have outstanding accuracy in all conditions. Spreading quality of any of the 13 different models and ease of operation is unequalled. The pendulum movement of the spout ensures that the application rate is always identical. The result is excellent overlap. GPL Winter 2014

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olaris has created an all new off-road experience with the Sportsman Ace. Designed with the solo rider in mind, the Sportsman Ace is a one of a kind sit-in, off-road vehicle. Sometimes one is more fun, and the trails have enough copilots. That’s why Polaris Industries has created a vehicle that is all about the rider. The Sportsman Ace puts the driver in the center of the excitement, literally. The center mounted drivers seat is surrounded by a full ROPS frame and offers a flat floor plan, giving rider comfort and safety for long hours of trail time. The Ace is a recreational trail machine that is easy to use and safe to drive. It’s features will surely build confidence in new or inexperienced riders. Mark Mueller, Polaris District Sales Manager had this to say about the Sportsman Ace. “The Ace brings fun to everyone regardless of their experi ence level, said Mueller.” It looks feels and drives like a side by side with it’s automo tive style handling but it is farm from it. Unlike traditional side by side designs, the Sportsman Ace is just 48” wide, and delivers nimble footed agility wherever the trail takes it. The powerful 32 hp ProStar engine features an internal counter balance shaft for smooth, vibration free power, while dual overhead cams and electronic fuel injection pre cisely deliver the fuel charge for impressive power, and instant throttle response. Designed for the trail the Sportsman Ace has 10.25 inches of ground clearance making rocks, logs, and stumps easy obstacles. Polaris off-road vehicles have built an unprecedented reputation for work and that’s no difference with the Sportsman Ace. This machine boasts the power and capability to tow 1,500 lbs and a total rack capacity of 360 lbs. There is dry storage in the front, and a cargo box with multi-point integrated tie down rails with a 240 lb carrying capacity for hauling. Like all Polaris models customizing is taken into con sideration. From ultimate protection to ultimate comfort Polaris has a full line of Sportsman Ace accessories to meet the riders needs. Fun and economical this machine has excellent fuel economy which means more miles of fun for less. Price at $?,??? the all new Polaris Sportsman Ace is the perfect off road vehicle for riders looking for their Above: The all new Sportsman Ace provides protection and comfort for the first vehicle, parents of would be riders, and older experienced riders new and old generations of powersports looking for an easy in and out simple to operate machine. enthusiasts. It’s design offers room to This machine may not be for everyone, but its safety and ease of use maneuver and room for storage. will make it the perfect fit for some. Photo Courtesy of: Polaris Industries greatplainskubota.com

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pringtime is right around the corner, and more and more people will be going outside to cook. For me cooking with smoke or flame is a year round event. Here is an easy meal for the grill. The main course is one of my favorite cuts of meat that most people know little about, the tri tip steak. It has a distinct savory, beefy flavor that is ideal for grilling. You may have to look for trip tips or ask your butcher to cut some, but they are available. The rest of the meal consists of grilled potatoes and peaches for desert. Enjoy the meal and have fun making it!

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Potatoes - Olive Oil, Lowry’s Seasoning Salt, Cracked Pepper, Garlic Salt Peaches - Butter, Cinnamon, Cocoa, Vegetable Oil, Brown Sugar, Salt

Cooking 1. Before you cook your steaks and potatoes cut ripe peaches in half and remove the seed. 2. In a saucepan mix 2 Tbsp of melted better, 1 tsp of cinnamon, 1/2 tsp of cocoa, Tbsp of vegetable oil, Tbsp of brown sugar and a pinch of salt. Melt together and let it cool. 3. When cooled put 2/3 of your sauce in a zip lock bag with cut peaches and put in the refrigerator to marinate. 4. Cut potatoes length ways, and rub entirely with olive oil. Liberally cover both sides with the seasonings. 5. Liberally season all sides of the meat with seasonings. 6. After your coals are ready for grilling cook potatoes for about 30 min. When potato starts to soften put a tsp of butter on top. Remove from direct heat to cool part of grill. Begin cooking your steaks over medium to high heat for about 4 min. on each side, or until done. 7. After you’ve eaten and the coals have cooled somewhat, rub the grate with a paper towel soaked with oil and place the peaches pit side down. When grill marks are present turn them over and cook until they are warmed through. Before removing from grill take the left over sauce and drizzle it over the peaches. TIP 1 - Before cooking steak bring them to room temp. TIP 2 - Use wood chips soaked in water for extra flavor. TIP 3 - Let steaks rest for at least 5 min. before serving TIP 4 - If potato skins start to burn set on foil finish cooking. (Same goes for Peaches if they start to burn)

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n the late 1960s a local company called Gregory Enterprises began working in the foundation repair industry. Unlike other companies that were mimicking the unreliable industry methods Gregory Enterprises invested in technology. A few years later the Ram Jack Steel Pile was born along with a company committed to providing a reliable system for repairing residential and commercial foundations, and delivering complete customer satisfaction. In 1995 Ram Jack began constructing a network of foundation specialists that would soon offer their systems across North and South America. Today Ram Jack employees are highly trained in the proper installation of the Ram Jack system and strict quality control procedures and specs ensure their products virtually never fail. With franchises throughout the Americas Ram Jack is recognized as a leader in foundation repair and solutions, and their attention to customer satisfaction is just as important as their products. Since their inception they have focused on making their customers happy and relaxed about their homes foundation greatplainskubota.com

repairs. Some of their franchises have taken the installation process to new levels of precision and effectiveness by utilizing Kubota K008 mini excavators. Much like Ram Jack, Kubota is a company dedicated to a product that never fails. Kubota mini excavators are one of the top selling mini excavators in the world for a reason. These versatile machines create new avenues for growth by increasing productivity and overall profit. One Ram Jack franchise in Florida utilizes the features of the Kubota K008 to better customer satisfaction and employee working conditions. Ram Jack Production Coordinator, Austin Graham commented on their use of the mini excavator at their Florida location. “We could operate without the Kubota mini excavators, but we wouldn’t be as profitable. When I first started working here we dug everything by hand as well as drove steel by hand. We would show up on a jobsite and dig all day long so, I got to thinking about getting an excavator to dig the holes for us. We bought the smallest excavator Kubota sold which was the K008 for the purpose of digging. 27

Ram Jack Cont. After using it to dig I realized that it had just enough reach to drive steel. So I made an adapter to fit on the excavator that we could hook our drive head up to. Now our Kubota K008 does everything for us. It digs and drives the steel. This set up really works well for our residential applications because we can drive them through doors and they don’t tear anything up, Graham stated.” He was told that he wouldn’t be able to do the tasks necessary to perform the foundation repair operations with the K008s, but it has been quite the opposite. Not only do the excavators perform the tasks, but they shorten job time and drive the piles with more precision. Overall the jobs are more professional. Graham now strictly uses Kubota excavators on all his job sites. He mentioned the initial factor for choosing Kubota was because of their reliability. They’ve had a Kubota L48 with a backhoe attachment at their yard for a few years, and never had any of trouble with it. This paired with the fact that Kubota offers pretty much the smallest mini excavator available is why Graham uses Kubota. Their K008s are by far, a more versatile machine than people think. Graham noted their performance on site. “People thought the weight of the machine would not be able to handle our applications, but I can say we’ve installed over three to four thousand piles with the drive head attached to the K008 and haven’t had a single problem, mentioned Graham.” Not every Ram Jack franchise uses Graham’s Kubota method this method. In fact, the dealership

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that Graham works for in Florida is an exception. “I don’t know why other dealerships don’t utilize these machines? There are three reasons we use Kubota. One, we drastically increase production. Two, they help minimize fatigue which keeps moral of a job positive. Third, our sites are more professional looking with the Kubotas. We don’t look like backwoods hillbillies showing up to dig a hole. Competitors have even noticed and commented on how impressed they were, said Graham.” The Kubota K008 mini excavator has benefited overall customer satisfaction and employee performance on a local level. On a national level Ram Jack uses Ram Jack University or RJU to solidify practices and employees. Ram Jack university like the Kubota mini excavator increases profit and production. It is an information base conference that betters individual franchises, and the company as a whole. Ram Jack university is going to be held the first week in March in Ada, Okla. Two years ago Great Plains Kubota brought mini excavators for attendees to demo. RJU is held twice a year, and gives all Ram Jacks locations the opportunity to get together and receive training, exchange ideas, and preview the new products their company has to offer. Whether it be through further training or customized ways of installation Ram Jack’s dedication to providing a top quality experience and product hasn’t changed since their beginning.

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t was a bitter cold winter day in 2002 when Father John Norvell of St. Lukes Episcopal church received a phone call from the Red Cross in Ada, Okla. The call was regarding a young mothers need for diapers. With no transportation or anyone to watch her infant the young mother had walked through the snow and ice to the Red Cross in hopes of receiving help. After aiding this young woman several members of St. Lukes parish decided the church must do something to address poverty in Pontotoc Co., and so, the Matthew 25 Mission was created. Now, this outreach program provides food and other health care essentials on a monthly basis to families and individuals that live in Pontotoc county. Food is an expense that continuously rises without regard to wages or income standards. Families and individuals that already suffer from lack of income are affected even more by the rising cost of food. By providing food the Matthew 25 mission hopes to give some relief for those who need it. Every third Thursday of the month, this mission provides food and other products to over 275 clients. The basics such as; fruit, vegetables, meat, peanut butter, pasta, beans, and cereal come from the Oklahoma Regional Food Bank in OKC, and arrive at St. Lukes the day before distribution. Matthew 25 focuses on food, but tries to provide health and beauty aids, diapers, and anything extra they can get for households. This mission started with the needs of an infant, and it continues to aid children and infant needs by always including them within the budget. Over the years the collaborative efforts of those involved has made Matthew 25 a hub for those needing 30

food. The annual budget has grown significantly since its beginning thanks to a variety of contributions it receives. Resources from private individuals, local churches, and St. Lukes members fund this growing ministry of compassion and love. One such donation, mentioned Fr. John Norvell, came from a former client of Matthew 25. The client had used the services of the mission during a time of need and given back during a time of abundance. The former client humbly donated $500 to Matthew 25, and thanked the volunteers for making a difference. It is donations and volunteer work from former and current clients that bring Gods work to full circle. Volunteers much like the funding come from a variety of sources. With increasing numbers of clients served the First United Methodist Church and St. Joseph’s Catholic Church have joined the project. Left: Volunteers and members of the Ada The Matthew High School leadership class unload the 25 mission food bank truck at St. Lukes Episcopal Church in Ada. is a two part Above: Father John Norvell examines process that the inventory as it arrives in the parish hall requires man of the church. power and Photos By: Reed Boettcher time. The day before distribution St. Lukes is bustling with volunteers all taking part in a very streamlined process. Volunteers include students from the Ada High School leadership classes, clients, various church members, and occasionally those seeking community service. The initial step is to unload the food bank truck. While food is being organized within the parish hall other volunteers are busy doubling plastic bags to load with goods. After the food has been categorized a line is formed and is equally bagged and readied for the GPL Winter 2014

“At the heart of every good work is the God who provides the grace to accomplish it. We need your prayers as we continue the ministry that God empowers us to do.” - Fr. John Norvell clients. For the last five years a large portion of the preparation has been done by Mrs. Walkers leadership classes at Ada High School. One Sophomore commented on the classes involvement with Matthew 25. “We really enjoy doing stuff like this. The class is all about helping people in need, and doing what we can for our community, the Sophomore said.” The issues surrounding the causes of poverty are complex. St. Lukes is a small parish in Ada, Okla., and isn’t equipped to take on the structures that perpetuate the cycles of poverty or causes of unemployment. However, the parish can ease the tension in families that don’t have enough to eat. Matthew 25 is aware of the extreme sensitivity to personal dignity needed in such a ministry. Compassion without judgment is a key element to connecting with the different people who come seeking relief. One of the main goals of this ministry is to restore the loss of self esteem and to treat each person as if they were Christ himself. Many people have and can benefit from this free offer. The only requirement of a client is that they live in Pontotoc Co. Father John Norvell commented on the Matthew 25 Mission. “It’s the most fun thing I have done in ministry, and it’s an aspect of ministry they don’t teach you in seminary. Seeing the Matthew 25 mission grow the way that it has, and working with other churches and groups has been rewarding. From a client standpoint, no one need ever be embarrassed to receive from our abundance. We offer it freely, and we hope that in doing so, others will be strengthened to act sacrificially for the good of all people. At the heart of every good work is the God who provides the grace to accomplish it. We need your prayers as we continue the ministry that God empowers us to do, Norvell stated.” Over the years Matthew 25 has seen many changes. In the beginning clothing was provided as well as food. The mission has grown from feeding 75 families to about 300 in under twelve years, and is now distributed by appointment. One thing that hasn’t changed though is St. Lukes dedication to their mission. For more information about Matthew 25 and how you can help visit stlukesada.com. greatplainskubota.com

Above Top: Volunteers bag can goods in an effective line method that conveniently bags the food. Above: Double bagging plastic bags is an essential part of the distribution process. Below: Rows of bagged goods are the ﬁnished product clients will receive. Photos By: Reed Boettcher

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