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Thursday, September 5, 2013

Aerial Show Saturday’s air show will feature performances by the Rocky Mountain Renegades, Brian Correll and Dan Buchanan in a non-powered hang glider.

The popular air show has attracted more than 1,000 viewers during each (See AIR SHOW on page two)

LEMA meeting for area cities Tuesday in SC Cities located within Groundwater Management District No. 1 will have an opportunity to provide their input on a possible 20 percent reduction in water consumption as part of a proposed Local Enhanced Management Area.

City officials will meet on Tues., Sept. 10, 7:00 p.m., at City Hall in Scott City.

While the size of the water reduction is still to be determined, a figure often discussed at recent LEMA meetings has been 20 percent.

Even though water usage by cities accounts for only a small percentage of overall consumption from the Ogallala Aquifer, they would also be required to follow reduction guidelines in a LEMA initiative.

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Aerial show, tandem jumps at SC airport this weekend Area residents who want to experience the thrill of a parachute jump, or enjoy the excitement of aerial aerobatics, can do so on Friday and Saturday at the Scott City Airport.

Once again, members of the Kansas State University Parachute Club will be offering tandem jumps on both days.

As of Wednesday, 14 individuals were participating in the jumps, but there is room for more.

“We have space available on Friday afternoon and on Sunday,” says Randal Loder, a member of the Showdown on the Plains BBQ Challenge and Air Show committee.

An experienced crew of four K-State crew members will be conducting the jumps. The cost is $200 per person.

The KSU team will be set up in the main hanger where they will be packing parachutes.

Persons interested in arranging a jump can contact Loder (214-3877).

In the past, individuals have also had the opportunity to ride in a stunt aircraft, but that won’t be possible this year.

However, rides are being arranged for people who would like to ride in an open cockpit Fairchild PT 23 trainer or a vintage twin-engine aircraft.

Published in Scott City, Ks.

237 employees

July 2012 196 employees

Scott County Hospital leading the way with employment boom At the time a new Scott County Hospital was being proposed more than two years ago, a key selling point was its ability to attract more people seeking health care.

The increase in revenue generated through the medical clinic and hospital have shown that “if you build it they will come.”

What caught the SCH board and administration by surprise has been the accompanying increase in employment to meet that demand.

In the 17 months since the new hospital opened its doors, 41 employees have been added to the payroll.

Of those, 18 are professional medical staff and 13 are new to the community.

Total employment at the hospital is 237.

“I can’t imagine any other employer adding 41 jobs during that time,” says SCH human resource director Pam

Wheeler. “We’ve been adding people every month. It’s become quite a phenomenon.”

Even though people within the hospital industry had told hospital CEO Mark Burnett he could expect a sharp increase in revenues once the new facility was completed, he didn’t anticipate the growth in either revenue or staff to be this much this early.

“It’s exceeded anything we could have imagined at this point,” he says.

Without a doubt, the hospital has become a huge recruitment tool.

“When you compare our ability to attract employees now to what it was before we moved into the new building, our success is off the charts,” says CEO Mark Burnett.

He can relate a perfect example.

About 10 years ago, Burnett was attempting to recruit a specialist from the Denver area to bring his practice to the local hospital on a regular basis. Te

specialist visited Scott City to consider Burnett’s proposal, but his interest quickly ended after touring the facility.

“He wasn’t interested. He couldn’t get out of town fast enough,” says Burnett.

Today, that same specialist is interested in practicing in Scott City.

“Same specialist. Same town.

Different building,” says Burnett.

When the hospital had an imaging technician position open they received eight applications.

“That would have been unheard of two or three years ago,” Burnett says.

The hospital hired a technician from Goodland who began his job in midAugust.

“He had been at Goodland for about 10 years, but he was willing to come here,” Burnett says. “We’re in a position now to hire the best of the best.”

(See SCH BOOM on page two)

Early enrollment numbers hold steady for area school districts The start of a new school year has brought some welcome news for most area school districts.

Enrollment has not just held steady, but has even experienced a slight bump over last year, based on preliminary numbers. The student head count won’t become official until September 20, but districts are optimistic that a decade-long decline may be slowing and possibly heading the other direction.

The Scott County school district saw a jump of 52 students in its preliminary numbers.

Large kindergarten (78) and first grade (81) classes are part of a trend in the area.

The Dighton district has 24 students in kindergarten, making it the second largest class behind the seniors (25) and matching the eighth grade class (24).

“We have two classes for kinder-

garten, which hasn’t happened around here in a long time,” says Supt. Bill Morgan.

District-wide enrollment, including pre-kindergarten, is 267 - an increase of 20 from a year ago.

“That’s in line with our projections,” says Morgan. “We had budgeted for 268 to 270 students.”

The increase will provide some relief for the district which lost $2 (See DISTRICTS on page 10)

Little Wolf, Dull Knife descendants coming to symposium Descendants of Chiefs Little Wolf and Dull Knife will be among a huge contingent of Northern Cheyenne making the trip from Lame Deer, Mont., to take part in the Battle Canyon Symposium to be held Sept.

27-28 in Scott City and at Lake

Scott State Park.

“The response from the Northern Cheyenne has been overwhelming,” says Jerry Thomas, a Scott City native who has become well acquainted with many of the tribal leaders over the years and who has

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helped organize the first-ever symposium on the Cheyenne exodus from Oklahoma to their homeland in Montana.

Joekills Knight, a descendant of Chief Dull Knife, and Jenny Parker, a descendant of Chief Little Wolf, have announced

they will be attending.

“Jenny will be making a presentation during the symposium,” says Thomas. “This is a huge honor.”

The historic event will take place on the 135th anniversary of the events at Battle Canyon

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which was also the last skirmish involving Native Americans and U.S. Cavalry on Kansas soil. Friday’s events will be held at the Battle Canyon National Historic Site, moving to the El Quartelejo ruins in the evening.

(See SYMPOSIUM on page 7)

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SCH Boom Dr. Stephen Annest, a vascular surgeon, will begin offering specialty clinics in October.

In addition, the hospital plans to begin offering a sleep center with pulmonologist Robert Ballard, M.D., by the end of the year.

“We not only have the greatest revenue in our history, we also have the largest medical staff at any time in our history.

Those are great things for our community,” says Burnett.

“The economic impact has been pretty staggering.”

A Good Investment Burnett says there’s no doubt the board could have gone a less expensive route when it came

to designing the new hospital.

“The board could have chosen to spend less money on the hospital.

We didn’t need the tall ceilings, all the windows and some of the other things which add to the aesthetics of the place.

“You pick it and there’s probably somebody who felt we didn’t need it. And they’re right. We could have built it a lot cheaper. We could have built a Morton building or a box with low ceilings.

“But the extra things we put into this building are paying dividends. The things we did cosmetically haven’t only helped to attract physicians, and our specialty doctors, but they also attract out-of-town

Air Show of the last two years will provide the afternoon entertainment.

The Showdown is hosted by J&R Car and Truck Center and L&M Western Tire and Oil. BBQ Showdown Some of the best teams from the Midwest will clash in the Showdown on the Plains Barbeque that begins on Friday evening and wraps up on Saturday.

The competition will feature top teams from the Rocky Mountain BBQ Association and those from the Kansas Barbeque Society.

Gcue, with head cook Jason Ganahl, out of Superior, Colo., is No. 1 in the Colorado standings and 23rd in the KC standings.

Ganahl is setting the

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people who see our doctors and specialists, and who keep returning.”

“With something like this, eye appeal is just about as important as what you’re doing for these people once they enter your facility.”

The challenges with such a large growth have been twofold.

First of all, housing is a continual concern.

“We’ve had 13 new families move into Scott City,” says Wheeler, who helps locate housing for the new arrivals.

“Fortunately, we have several landlords who let us know when they have something available.

The 13 professional staff who have been added include nurses, x-ray tech-

nicians, lab technicians cussing the possibility of expansion,” Burnett says. and physicians.

“But I can assure the peoGrowing Pains ple that when that hapAs might also be pens, my intention is to expected, in just 17 pay for it through the hosmonths the hospital and pital so we won’t be going clinic are experiencing back to the taxpayers.”

The former clinic growing pains.

“We’re fighting over remains another possibilstorage space that we can ity. It would be used for turn into offices,” says clerical staff.

Wheeler half-jokingly.

“If we continue to When the new clinic grow, there’s no cheaper was built, it was done with space that we can locate the possibility that some- in,” says Burnett. day an addition could be In spite of growing built to the east. Someday pains, the administration may have arrived sooner still plans to be aggressive than expected with the in expanding its services clinic already occupied and attracting new perby four physicians and sonnel. their support staff, with “We are continuing to the prospect of adding another physician within the next couple of years.

“We have begun dis-

look at ways to expand services and offer things that can’t be found locally, and possibly become a regional provider of health care,” Burnett emphasizes. “That’s possible because we have good staff. The big challenge for them is to find the time to sit back from their everyday tasks and evaluate the future of their departments.”

Burnett and the department heads brainstorm weekly, sharing ideas and challenges they are facing.

“From those challenges you can often times find ways to grow, or figure out the things you aren’t doing right,” he adds.

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standard in Colorado as the leader in pork and currently sitting in the No. 2 spot in brisket, pork ribs and chicken. He is also ranked among the top 50 in the KC division, including chicken (16), ribs (20) and pork (27).

He is ranked 23rd overall in the Kansas City division, followed by Wildcatters Q Crew, Enid, Okla., in 24th place.

They are the top-ranked KC division team that will be in Scott City.

Flyboy BBQ, Bailey, Colo., is No. 3 while 4 Legs Up BBQ, led by Kelly Wentz, Great Bend, is seventh in the Colorado standings.

Wildcatters Q Crew is currently ranked No. 1 in brisket and No. 2 in chicken in the Rocky Mountain Association.

A new twist on this year’s event has the Showdown contest teaming up with the Sky’s the Limit competition in Garden City on Sept. 7-8.

The “Hwy 83” combo event promises another $500 to the top chef and $250 to the runner-up.

Friday evening features a rockin’ Showdown kick-off where attendees and VIPs will have the opportunity to purchase barbeque cooked by the competitors. A hangar dance will follow from 9:00 p.m. to midnight, with entertainment by the Muzik Machine.

The competition will heat up on Saturday as the teams prepare their entries for the judges.

The deadline for the first turn-ins will begin at noon with the awards ceremony

starting at 3:00 p.m.

Open House The Spencer Flight and Education Center, located at the airport, will have an open house on Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to noon.

There will be free flight simulator rides.

Inflatable games for the kids will be set up throughout the day.

A BBQ lunch will be sponsored by the Chamber from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Cost is $6.

Adult admission is $5 each day. Kids seven and under are admitted free.

Wolfe is KLETC graduate Jason Wolfe, Scott City, was among 47 officers in the latest graduating class from the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center near Hutchinson on Aug. 2.

Wolfe is an officer with the Scott City Police Department.

The graduates, who began their training on

April 22, represented 30 municipal, county and state law enforcement agencies across Kansas.

The training course fulfills the state requirement for law enforcement training. It includes classroom lectures and hands-on applications.

About 300 officers enroll annually in the

14-week basic training program. The center offers continuing education and specialized training to as many as 5,600 Kansas officers each year.

Funding for the training center is generated from court docket fees from municipal and state courts.

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Community Living

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Time to get informed about Affordable Care Act

Whether we agree or disagree with the Affordable Care Act, changes are coming and will be in place by Jan. 1, 2014.

I don’t know all there is to know, but everyone should be doing their part to get educated about the new law.

More information can be found at the Kansas Department of Insurance (KID) website at http:// www.ksinsurance.org or

contact them by email commissioner@ksinsurance.org or phone (785296-3071). Call toll-free in Kansas at 800-4322484.

The KID has a new website called Insure

Kansas http://insureks. org/ to help Kansas residents learn more about the ACA. This website also has the calculator that will show you what your estimated premium will be and if the federal government will help you with your premium.

By Jan. 1, almost everyone will need to have health insurance or they will be penalized.

When I say almost everyone, there are a few

exceptions. You will need to obtain health insurance through your employer, or purchase it yourself if you don’t qualify for Medicare or KanCare (formally Medicaid).

Informational meetings will be held in the area, including Dodge City (Sept. 24) and Garden City (Oct. 16). More information can be found online at the KID website.

Financial assistance will be available for peo-

ple with limited incomes.

No one will be turned down for health insurance because of a pre-existing condition. You cannot be charged more for your coverage just because you are sick, either.

Women will no longer be charged more than men for equal coverage.

The open enrollment period begins Oct. 1.

Penalties for those who do not purchase health insurance (and do not

have an exemption) begin Jan. 1.

For 2014, the penalty is $95 per uninsured adult ($47.50 per uninsured child) or one percent of your family income, whichever is greater (with a maximum family penalty of $285). This penalty will increase every year.

In 2015, the penalty is $325 per uninsured adult ($162.50 per uninsured (See ACA on page 15)

Local buglers to join in annual 9/11 observance

Scott County will be joining in a nationwide commemoration of the 12th anniversary of 9/11.

Each year, “Bugles Across America” asks people to perform “Taps” at designated times that coincide with the four airline crashes that occurred on Sept. 11, 2001.

Local buglers taking part in the ceremony are Bill Fry and Allen Hess. They will perform at the following times and locations: 9:46 a.m.: Fry at the Scott County Courthouse. This was the time that American Airlines Flight 11 crashed into the north tower of the New York World Trade Center.

10:03 a.m.: Hess at the Scott County Library. Flight 175 crashed into the south tower of the WTC. 10:13 a.m.: Fry at the Scott County Museum. Flight 77 crashed into the Pentagon in Arlington, Va. 11:10 a.m.: Hess at Scott Community High School.

Flight 93 crashed in a field near Shanksville, Pa.

Ashley Geyer and Tate Berning

Couple plans Nov. 16 wedding

Danny and Carla Geyer, Leoti, announce the engagement of their daughter, Ashley Geyer, to Tate Berning, son of Robbie and Brecken Berning, Leoti.

Ashley is a 2008 graduate of Wichita County High School and a graduate of Ft. Hays State University with a bachelors degree in medical diagnostic imaging. She is employed at the Wichita County Hospital, Leoti.

Tate is a 2009 graduate of WCHS and a graduate of Manhattan Area Technical School, with

an associates degree in electrical power and distribution. He is employed with Bob Cooper Electric, Scott City.

Ashley is the granddaughter of Ted Graff, Marienthal, and the late Darlene Graff, and the late Elmer and Elizabeth Geyer.

Tate is the grandson of Roxie Berning, Marienthal, and the late Robert Berning; Jim and Alberta Shafer, Dodge City; and Bruce Bangerter of Leoti.

A November 16 wedding is planned.

Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Harkness

Harknesses to celebrate 50th anniversary on Sept. 14

Jerry and Glenda Harkness, Leoti, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a come-andgo reception on Sat., Sept.

14, 2:00-5:00 p.m., at the Wichita County Senior Center, Leoti.

Jerry Harkness and Glenda Strecker, both of Leoti, were married on Sept. 15, 1963, in Leoti.

Hosts for the reception will be their children, Kim and David White, Park City; Tina Harkness,

Recipe favorites . . .

Chicken Enchiladas

A great way to use leftover chicken.

Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes Ingredients

1 tablespoon

butter

1/2 teaspoon

garlic powder

1/2 cup

1 (4 ounce) can

1 (10.75 oz.) can 1/2 cup

1-1/2 cups 1 cup

6 (12 inch) 1/4 cup

chopped green onions diced green chiles

condensed cream of mushroom soup sour cream

cubed cooked chicken breast meat shredded cheddar cheese, divided

flour tortillas milk

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a large

baking dish.

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the

butter and saute the green onion until tender (about 3 to

4 minutes). Add the garlic powder, then stir in the green chiles, cream of mushroom soup and sour cream. Mix

well. Reserve 3/4 of this sauce and set aside. To the remaining 1/4 of the sauce in the saucepan, add the chicken and 1/2 cup of shredded Cheddar cheese. Stir together.

Fill each flour tortilla with the chicken mixture and roll

up. Place seam side down in the prepared baking dish.

In a small bowl combine the reserved 3/4 of the

sauce with the milk. Spoon this mixture over the rolled tortillas and top with the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded

Cheddar cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly.

Yield: 6 servings

Idaho Springs, Colo; and Warren and Trisha Harkness, Scott City.

They have six grandsons: Aron, William, Joseph and Christopher White, and Braden and Caleb Harkness; one granddaughter-in-law, Ashley White, and one great granddaughter, Brooklyn Kristina White.

Cards can be sent to: 1302 N. County Rd. 15, Marienthal, Ks. 67863.

The couple requests no gifts.

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Editorial/Opinion

Page 4 - Thursday, September 5, 2013

editorially speaking

Free health care:

Republicans disillusioned about who really pays

Democrats may often be criticized as the taxand-spend party, but give them some credit they at least understand that in order to spend you have to tax.

Republicans - the so-called fiscally responsible party - have seemingly lost grasp of that simple reality.

Take health care for example.

It was Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney whose solution for the millions of people who can’t afford health insurance is that they simply visit hospital emergency rooms.

While we’d like to think that such ignorance is isolated, Congressman Tim Huelskamp has demonstrated otherwise. In response to a comment during a recent town hall meeting in Scott City, the First District Congressman said, “There’s free health care all over the place.”

Huelskamp didn’t clarify what was meant by “free” or where exactly “all over the place” can be found. Of course, as most everyone else knows, there is no such thing as free health care. It’s paid for somehow, some way, either through higher health insurance premiums, or through higher rates charged by hospitals and clinics, or through property taxes that support county hospitals.

The Scott County Hospital writes off about $400,000 annually in “bad debts.” These are from people who have health insurance, but can’t afford the deductibles or those who have received medical care (often through the emergency room), but can’t pay their bill.

In a sense, the health care may be “free” to those individuals (or at least cheaper), but it’s certainly not “free” to the hospital or local taxpayers.

This is a problem that isn’t going away.

It is hoped that the Affordable Care Act can reduce the scale of lost revenue to health care providers and hospitals. Whether that happens or not remains to be seen. But it certainly won’t happen under the existing health care system in which more and more people simply can’t afford the escalating cost of health insurance.

Hospitals won’t turn people away. Health care will be provided.

And, despite the ridiculous claim by Congressman Huelskamp, it’s not free.

Experts:

Those who led us into Iraq should stay silent on Syria

As Congress debates whether or not the U.S. should commit it resources - and possibly troops - in Syria, there are a number of “experts” who feel that action by President Obama is warranted.

Ironically, these are the same “experts” who claimed that if the U.S. didn’t enter Iraq we would see a mushroom cloud over a U.S. city. These are the same experts who said there was indisputable proof that Saddam Hussein had WMDs and that he was connected to 9/11.

These experts include former Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld, former U.N. ambassador John Bolton, Weekly Standard editor William Kristol and former Connecticut Sen. Joe Lieberman, just to name a few.

This is a “Who’s Who on Getting it Wrong When it Comes to Invading Other Nations.” These were some of the architects of a foreign policy blunder which cost the lives of 6,650 American soldiers and $4 trillion in Iraq and another $6 trillion in Afghanistan.

Now these experts have come out of hiding and are telling us to invade Syria.

Americans are weary of war. If the past 12 years have taught us anything, it’s to be a little more skeptical when our political leaders begin saying that we need to intervene in yet another country’s internal affairs. These voices from the Bush Administration violated our trust. They can best serve this nation by never being heard from again.

That doesn’t mean we ignore the threat, or possible use, of chemical weapons. We all share a moral responsibility in protecting innocent lives - we as the entire world community, not just the U.S. Even when the cause seems justified, we simply can’t afford to inject ourselves into every civil war.

And we certainly can’t be doing it alone.

We need this debate in Washington. The fact that Democrats and Republicans are split on both sides of this issue, along with the American public, speaks to the need for thoughtful consideration.

If the President can’t come up with enough evidence to convince Congress and the people we should go to war, then we shouldn’t.

Reality clashes with nostalgia

Nostalgia is a funny thing. It has a way of filtering out the bad and leaving behind only the good memories.

Nostalgia tells us that, back in the good ol’ days the men were stronger, the food was better, athletes were tougher and dogs were friendlier.

Growing up in the newspaper business, when visiting with old timers (perhaps that’s what we’ve become) it’s easy to recollect the days of the linotype, hand-fed presses, and the smoke-filled back shop that was the result of lead being melted down so it could be cast into pigs and reused again in the linotype.

We wouldn’t trade those experiences or memories for anything.

But we have no desire to return to that era and we don’t know of anyone else this side of senility who does.

Nostalgia is great when sitting around with family or colleagues and remembering life as we think it once was. Nostalgia is harmless until, like just

about anything else, it falls into the wrong hands . . . like Tea Party wingnuts.

Here’s an example.

When John Steinbeck penned “The Grapes of Wrath,” it was a tale of extreme hardship and survival during the Dust Bowl era.

Without any government disaster programs, crop insurance, food stamps, welfare or Social Security, the Joad family made their way from Oklahoma to California in search of employment simply to survive. While the Joad family was fictional, their experiences were shared by tens of thousands of people during the 1930s.

It wasn’t until we attended a Congressman Tim Huelskamp town hall meeting that we learned those were the good ol’ days.

“When people from Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas went to California they didn’t have any problem getting hired,” noted one Scott City resident about the westward exodus of people during the Dirty ‘30s.

Yes, it was a virtual paradise.

The in-migration of people from the Midwest to California reached 500,000 a year by the fall of 1931. The flood of immigrants led to the formation of what were grower-owned (i.e., slave) labor camps where people worked for subsistence wages because there was no government oversight and subsistence was barely better than non-existence.

Of course, California didn’t welcome all this cheap labor as readily as the Scott City resident suggests.

State and local officials enacted vagrancy laws under which migrants were arrested and sometimes “lent” to farmers to work off their fines.

Ah, yes, those were the days.

But, lest we forget, the East Coast also has its heartwarming stories of immigration.

Several of those in attendance at the town hall, including the Congressman, noted that when immigrants came through Ellis Island during the early part of the 20th Century, they didn’t have a social safety net program waiting for them. No welfare program. No food stamps.

And, perhaps best of all, no government regulation.

As a society, we didn’t concern ourselves with the well-being of these immigrants or, for that matter, with the well-being of non-immigrants. It was survival of the fittest.

What the early 1900s also lacked was “big government” getting in the way of entrepreneurs providing jobs for these hard-working immigrants.

People desperate for work will do just about anything which, at the time, meant having children and women in sweatshops where they worked long hours for little pay.

(See NOSTALGIA on page six)

Renewing the budget battle

Are we really going to do this? Are we going to wade into a struggle we don’t really want to fight?

Are we going to mire ourselves in a senseless, grinding conflict whose possible outcomes range from bad to worse?

I’m talking about the upcoming budget battles in Washington, of course.

(What, you thought I meant something else?)

Incredibly, Congress seems determined to spend much of the fall demonstrating its boundless talent for dysfunction. House Republicans say they will threaten once again to send the nation into default - and the economy over a cliff - by refusing to raise the federal debt ceiling, now set at $16.7 trillion.

This means that by mid-October, the government would exhaust its borrowing authority and

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another view by Eugene Robinson

be left without enough money to pay its bills.

“The president doesn’t think this is fair, thinks I’m being difficult to deal with,” House Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio) said last week at an Idaho fundraiser. “But I’ll say this: It may be unfair, but what I’m trying to do here is to leverage the political process to produce more change than what it would produce if left to its own devices. We’re going to have a whale of a fight.”

In other words, Boehner is looking forward to the opportunity to threaten the nation with grievous harm. Nice little economic recovery you’re working on. Wouldn’t want anything to happen to it.

President Obama,

Gov. Sam Brownback 2nd Floor - State Capitol Topeka, Ks. 66612-1501 (785) 296-3232

who has seen this movie before, says there will be no fight because he categorically refuses to negotiate over the debt ceiling.

He demands that Congress do its job - which amounts to a routine bit of bookkeeping - without all the needless drama.

Investors around the world still consider U.S. Treasury bills, notes and bonds to be the ultimate safe haven, especially in times of economic uncertainty.

It is unthinkable that our elected officials, supposedly working in the nation’s best interests, would threaten this exalted and immensely beneficial status by intentionally triggering a default.

So who’s going to blink?

Obama certainly has the stronger political position. His approval numbers may be stuck in

Sen. Pat Roberts 109 Hart Senate Office Bldg.

Washington, D.C. 20510 (202) 224-4774 roberts.senate.gov/email.htm

the 40s, but ratings for Congress are down in the teens - and sinking.

Boehner has almost no room to maneuver. House Republicans are still fuming at having been forced to swallow a modest tax increase for the wealthy as part of the “fiscal cliff” deal earlier this year.

The responsible thing would be for Boehner to bring a simple bill raising the debt ceiling to the floor, where it would pass with the votes of Democrats and noncrazy Republicans. But that would probably cost Boehner his job.

You’re depressed already? I’m just getting started.

Before we even get to the debt-ceiling fight, the government will run out of authority to spend money on Sept. 30 which means no ability to (See BATTLE on page six)

Sen. Jerry Moran 141 Hart Senate Office Bldg.

Washington, D.C. 20510 (202) 224-6521 www.house.gov/moranks01/

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Obama haters are driven by misinformation

by Dana Milbank

A poll of Louisiana Republicans released last week contained some strange news for President Obama: 29 percent of them said that he was responsible for the poor response to Hurricane Katrina - in 2005.

This was slightly more than the 28 percent who said President George W. Bush was to blame. An additional 44 percent thought it over but just weren’t sure.

This is a preposterous notion.

Everybody knows Barack Obama couldn’t have been responsible for the Katrina response because he was in Indonesia in 2005, learning about his Muslim faith in a madrassa.

He had moved to Indonesia directly from his home country of Kenya, stopping in the United States just long enough to fake the moon landing.

When I read a report about the poll on the Talking Points Memo website, the first thing that came to mind was the famous campaign-trail quotation from the man who actually was president in 2005: “Rarely is the question asked: Is our children learning.”

Evidently, they are not, at least not in Louisiana. Yet ignorance alone does not account for this bizarre finding.

The Katrina result, from the Democratic firm Public Policy Polling, is somewhat suspect because it is from an automated, push-button polling method. Yet the finding, if unscientific, is revealing: It shows that a substantial number of Republican voters will agree to something they know to be false if it puts Obama in a bad light.

The Katrina question is consistent with the many surveys finding an appalling amount of misinformation embraced

Where voters are least informed, they are most susceptible to misinformation peddled by talk-radio hosts and the like.

by the electorate. Seven in 10 Americans believed that Saddam Hussein was responsible for the 9/11 attacks. One in five thought that Obama was Muslim.

In another famous poll, Americans were three times more likely to be able to name two of the seven dwarfs than two Supreme Court justices.

Earlier this year, Public Policy Polling found disturbingly high levels of belief in UFOs and aliens, and the believers were bipartisan: 22 percent of Mitt Romney voters said Obama was the Antichrist, and 13 percent of Obama voters said the government allowed the 9/11 attacks to occur.

But Obama’s presidency has provoked a particularly steep rise in the proportion of Republican conspiracy theorists. A Pew poll last year found that 30 percent of Republicans and 34 percent of conservative Republicans thought Obama was Muslim - roughly double who thought so four years earlier.

Gallup polling in April 2011 found that 43 percent of Republicans thought Obama was born in another country.

Obama conspiracy theories have flourished in the Deep South, where wealth and educational levels are both low. This makes sense: Where voters are least informed, they are most susceptible to misinformation peddled by talk-radio hosts and the like.

For this reason, voters in reliably Republican states, which tend to be poorer, with lower test scores, are more vulnera-

ble to misinformation. To use one measure, the 2011 National Assessment of Educational Progress test of eighth grade reading, all but one of the top 10 states were in Obama’s column in 2012. Of the 19 doing worse than average, 14 were red states.

This is what makes the Katrina question so interesting.

Certainly, Louisianans are on the low end of the education rankings, fifth from the bottom in math and third-to-last in reading.

But this question got around the ignorance question by asking Louisiana Republicans about a topic they know intimately.

All but the most clueless had to know that Obama, a firstterm senator in 2005, was not responsible for the botched storm response that Louisianans experienced up close and personally.

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Kansas policy changes a hindrance to the working poor

by Mary Sanchez

Death of the lush, green lawn

by Jim Hightower

My father was an early member of a group now known disparagingly as “ultra-lawn people.”

“High,” as everyone called him, was dedicated, body and soul, to the Sisyphean task of trying to maintain a lawn full of lush St. Augustine grass in hot, dry Texas.

He planted, watered, fertilized, watered, mowed, watered, fought bugs and brown patch, watered, re-planted, watered . . . ad nauseum. Some years he won, in other years, nature rolled him.

High departed his lawn and this Earth well before climate change turned Texas from merely hot and dry into scorched and parched.

I know he would’ve denied it at first, but I think even he would’ve finally given in to today’s new reality: In our drought-ravaged Southwest, the lush lawn is dead. Literally and ethically.

From Texas to Southern California, city after city is adapting to nature. They’re policing neighborhoods to impose big fines on excessive lawn watering, paying homeowners and businesses to rip out grass and replace it with desertscapes, and even outlawing grass yards in new developments.

And, it’s working. A pioneering 2003 turf-removal rebate program in Las Vegas, for example, has now pulled 165 million feet of thirsty lawn grass out of the area, saved more than nine

billion gallons of water, and cut water use by a third, even as the population has mushroomed.

Such an effort would’ve been treated as heresay only a decade ago, but now it’s simply considered the right thing to do. This is not merely an environmental adjustment, but a fundamental ethical shift, especially among younger people.

The idea that green lawns are exercises in ecological narcissism has taken root in this arid and politically conservative region - demonstrating that conservatism really can be about conserving.

Mother Nature and future generations will be grateful.

Jim Hightower is a national radio commentator, writer, public speaker and author

These and other recent policy changes are affecting children.

Since mid-2011, more than 4,000 Kansas children have been sliced from the rolls of families receiving a subsidy to help pay for child-care costs.

Don’t be confused. Kansas helping fewer children doesn’t mean there is less need. It means the state has found more ways to slip in policy changes that cut children off.

Some fear parents will turn to unsafe/substandard day care to sidestep the new policies.

“We are sending that mom back in the workforce earlier based on ideology rather than cost-effectiveness,” Cotsoradis said.

State officials argue the changes align state policy closer with what families of better means face. It’s wishful thinking.

More affluent and better-educated women have jobs with paid maternity leave, jobs that are held open for them and the ability to stack vacation, overtime and sick leave into an extended leave. And they aren’t as likely to be seeking infant care for their night or odd work hours.

Kansas won’t help poorer women achieve such better places in life by complicating their ability to return to work and find access to safe, quality child care.

Once again, Kansas is bucking common sense to become a national standout.

And it’s not in a good way.

This time, low-income new mothers and their infants are the targets. Child advocates are just beginning to unravel the impact of recent policy changes.

As of July, 30 hours of work per week are required, instead of 20, to be eligible for childcare assistance. In addition, instead of having six months after giving birth to return to work or training/education to continue receiving the federal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, mothers must restart in two months. In Missouri, the rule is 12 months.

From the perspective of encouraging work, not dependence, the changes might sound good. That is, until reality is taken into account.

Finding affordable infant care is difficult even for middleclass families. Slots for lowerincome people on a subsidy are rarer still.

In some rural Kansas communities, state-approved infant care is nearly nonexistent.

In addition, many low-skilled workers are being offered parttime-only jobs, not more hours.

“We want low-income families to work, but then it’s as if we don’t want to help them stay in the workforce,” said Shannon Cotsoradis, president and CEO of Kansas Action for Children. Mary Sanchez is a columnist for “The policies are counterintui- the Kansas City Star. She can be tive.” reached at msanchez@kcstar.com

Fat chance: diet Coke doesn’t fight obesity It was laughable when CocaCola launched a campaign to fight obesity. And even more laughable when the king of soda’s anti-obesity campaign shifted all the blame for those extra pounds to lack of exercise and chairs (yes, chairs).

But now, the company that donated $1.7 million to defeat last year’s GMO labeling initiative in California has gone from laughable to dangerous.

In the wake of declining sales of its Diet Coke brand, Coke has rolled out an ad campaign carefully and deceptively crafted to convince consumers that aspartame, the artificial sweetener (whose patent was at one time owned by Monsanto) in Diet Coke, is a “healthy alternative” to sugar.

behind the headlines by Ronnie Cummins

The new campaign, being tested in the Atlanta and Chicago markets, takes the form of full-page advertisements disguised as public service announcements. The message?

Don’t believe all that bad stuff you’ve heard about aspartame.

Aspartame is perfectly safe.

It’s better for you than sugar.

Drinking Diet Coke will help you stay thin and healthy.

It’s a sweet story, concocted by the marketing wizards at Coke who are desperate to keep the diet soda money train rolling. But it’s not true.

Multiple studies, including one published in 2010 by the Yale Journal of Biology and Medicine have concluded just the opposite. Aspartame, they say, actually contributes to weight gain by stimulating your appetite. Other studies have revealed that aspartame increases carbohydrate cravings and stimulates fat storage and weight gain.

The link between aspartame and increased weight gain is old news. So is the fact that aspartame, far from being a “healthy alternative” to sugar or anything else, has for years been the focus of studies declaring it unequivocally unhealthy, and suggesting that it has no place in our food supply.

Aspartame has been linked to brain cancer and to the accumu-

lation of formaldehyde, known to cause gradual damage to the nervous system, the immune system and to cause irreversible genetic damage at long-term, low-level exposure.

In 1995, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) documented 92 aspartamerelated symptoms, including migraines, memory loss, seizures, obesity, infertility, dizziness, change in seizures, fatigue, neurological problems and a host of others.

Aspartame is not food. It’s defined as a synthetic compound of two amino acids.

The compound was discovered accidentally in 1965, by James Schlatter, a chemist at G.D. Searle Company. Schlatter was testing an anti-ulcer drug. When he licked his finger and discov-

ered that his concoction tasted sweet, the market for artificial sweeteners was born.

Is aspartame safe? Not according to multiple studies conducted over decades. And, at one time, not according to the FDA. In 1975, the FDA put a hold on aspartame’s approval, citing deficiencies in the studies conducted by Searle and its contractors. An analysis of 164 studies of aspartame’s potential impact on human safety found that of the 90 non-industry-sponsored studies, 83 identified one or more problems with aspartame.

Of the 74 industry-sponsored studies, all 74 claimed that aspartame was safe.

So how did aspartame get into our food supply?

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Kansans deserve better than outbursts, half-truths If Congressman Tim Huelskamp has his way, the citizens of Kansas’ Big First District can look forward to more of the same ole homespun, meaningless rhetoric.

The two-term Congressman says he plans to run for reelection in 2014, despite being removed from the Agriculture Committee last year, a first for Kansas in a hundred years, and his failing to find common ground with Democrats and most fellow Republicans on a myriad of topics including health care, same-sex marriage, and gun control.

His uncompromising attitude has made him a liability to his constituency, while his blatant

Battle

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function - unless Congress approves a continuing resolution. Doing so should be another no-brainer, but some Republicans are itching for a government shutdown. Because, you know, that worked so well for Newt Gingrich in the ’90s.

Boehner wants none of that. But in an attempt to get House Republicans to avert a shutdown by passing a short-term funding bill, he promises them a “whale of a fight” later over the debt ceiling. (He treats his caucus as if it were a cage full of rabid wolverines.)

Oh, and there’s another whole dimension to the pointless political snarling and bickering we will have to endure over the next few months: Obamacare.

Some Republicans believe, or say they believe, that they can use the continuing-resolution fight or the debt-ceiling fight, or maybe both, to force Obama to sign legislation nullifying all or part of his health-care reforms.

One idea is to take away Obamacare’s funding.

Another is to delay the individual health insurance mandate, due to take effect next year.

Do they really believe the president is willing to forsake his most important legislative accomplishment? Before it even comes fully into effect?

This is a tragic waste of time and effort, and the House Republicans are to blame.

Remember when Democrats captured the House in 2006? They worked with George W. Bush even though they disagreed with his policies. Most Democrats adamantly opposed the Iraq War, but then-Speaker Nancy Pelosi made sure that Bush got the funding he required for the troops.

Boehner and his crew need to act like grownups.

If they don’t, voters need to send them home.

Eugene Robinson is a Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist and former assistant managing editor for The Washington Post

editor’s mail verbal outbursts and disregard for the facts have made his home state of Kansas a laughing stock of embarrassment across the nation, according to some state newspaper editors and columnists.

In a recent town hall meeting in Scott City, Congressman Huelskamp went into a tirade when questioned by the local newspaper editor over health insurance. After a somewhat heated exchange, he proceded to institute a new policy regarding journalists saying; “If you’re a member of the media you can go to the back of the room and be quiet,” he said, “you do

this every time I come to a town hall.”

The congressman continued his diatribe with an elevated pitch to his voice, “I don’t have to answer anymore questions from you, sir. Go to the back of the room . . . Go to the back of the room please,” he said.

“Do not invade this space again . . . please move, please move,” he concluded before moving on to another question.

Now, according to the congressman, the town hall meeting in Scott City was his 190th since taking office in 2011. Therefore his statement “you do this every time I come to a town hall” is puzzling and perhaps revealing at the same time.

Nostalgia And these benevolent employers would chain and lock the doors because . . . well, because there wasn’t anyone to tell them they couldn’t.

So, when a fire broke out in the Triangle Waist Company factory in New York City on March 25, 1911, 146 workers were killed because they had no means of escape.

The important thing, however, is that at least these immigrants had

After all, he encourages questions and comments at these events. Flying off the handle at the media is not the answer and failure to address tough questions in certainly no solution.

Congressman Huelskamp, you need to answer the questions… not dodge, deflect or tell only half-truths. Your constituency deserves better. They need real-time answers, not half-baked, lukewarm, ultra conservative tea party gibberish.

It has become obvious that your inflexible “Washington outsider” approach just isn’t working.

While finding a modicum of admiration in your down-home, well-mean-

ing fervor and your goodintentioned ideology, you are simply not a good match for Kansas. We need politicians that are willing to find a way to agree and get things done . . . not roguish, maverick types who allow personal agendas to overshadow the issues that effect the denizen and compromise our everyday way of life.

We need guidance and help wading through policies that are created by our state and federal governments and an advocate for Kansas . . . not someone who criticizes and throws a wrench into the gears of progress, while offering no viable solutions in exchange.

You are indeed irrel-

evant to Kansas and the needs of those you serve.

Tim Huelskamp is, without doubt, an unapologetic, self-proclaimed outsider with an uncompromising attitude for not going along with the D.C. beltway mainstreamists.

And just as this Congress has become the most ineffective in recent memory, Congressman Huelskamp has managed to travel a separate and much different path with the same, do-nothing end result.

So, the question becomes: What have you done for Kansas lately Mr. Huelskamp? Or do I just need to go to the back of the room and be quiet?

Larry Caldwell Scott City

work day. FDR’s Fair Labor Standards Act instituted a maximum work week of 44 hours.

•Social Security didn’t come into existence until 1935.

•We had to wait until 1964 before Congress passed the Civil Rights Act which protected workers from discrimination.

That’s what it was like in the good ol’ days.

If Tea Partiers want to

sit around in town halls and spin history so that it fits their reality, that’s fine. The delusional existed in the good ol’ days as well.

However, it doesn’t do a thing towards solving real problems in the real world which many of us occupy today . . . and where dogs are just as friendly as ever.

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a place to work and we didn’t have to worry about putting any of them on the welfare rolls.

Having just celebrated the Labor Day weekend, we should be reminded that: •It wasn’t until 1938 that President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Fair Labor Standards Act, which set a minimum hourly wage of 25 cents.

•The Fair Labor Standards Act also regulated

and banned oppressive child labor.

•Workers were sometimes killed for striking.

In just one of several examples, company guards fired machine guns at a group of more than 1,000 striking coal miners in 1914. The Ludlow Massacre led to the death of several men, women and children.

•Not until the 1900s was there a significant fight for an eight-hour

Rod Haxton can be reached at editor@screcord.com

GOP Syrian strategy: defund Obamacare

by Andy Borowitz

WASHINGTON (The Borowitz Report)— As the debate over Syria moves to the United States Congress, a leading Senate Republican said today that the only way to resolve the crisis in the war-torn Middle Eastern country is by “defunding Obamacare at once.”

Obesity We have Donald Rumsfeld, former U.S. Secretary of Defense to thank. In 1981, Rumsfeld, who had previously served as CEO of Searle, hand-picked Reagan’s new FDA commissioner, Arthur Hayes Hull, Jr. It was Hull who ultimately gave aspartame the green light.

Here’s how it went down.

On Jan. 21, 1981, the day after Ronald Reagan’s inauguration, Searle reapplied to the FDA for approval to use aspartame as a sweetener in beverages. Hull, the brand new FDA commissioner, recommended by Rumsfeld, appointed a five-person Scientific Commission to review the board of inquiry’s prior decision. (A board of inquiry had been formed in 1975 when the FDA first questioned the validity of Searle’s studies on aspartame).

When it became

Appearing on the Fox News Channel, Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) told host Sean Hannity, “If we’re trying to send a strong message to (Syrian President) Bashar al-Assad, I can think of no better way to do that than by defunding Obamacare.”

Elaborating on his strategy, Sen. Cruz added, “By defunding Obamacare, we

would basically be saying to Assad, ‘This is how we attack our own President, so just imagine what we’ll do to you.’ That would make him think twice before he pulls another one of his stunts.”

“You can fire off as many Tomahawk missiles as you want,” said Sen. Cruz. “But they won’t have the same impact on

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clear that the Scientific Commission was on track to uphold the 1975 ban by a 3-2 decision, Hull installed a sixth member on the commission. That led to a deadlocked vote.

Hull then personally cast the tie-breaking vote.

Voila. Aspartame was approved.

Hull soon left the FDA and eventually landed at Burston-Marsteller, the PR firm for Searle and for years, Monsanto. In 1985, Monsanto bought Searle and later spun off the company under the name NutraSweet. But not before Rumsfeld earned a handsome $12-million bonus, presumably for his role in greasing the wheels for aspartame’s approval.

In an article published earlier this year in the New York Times, entitled “The Extraordinary Science of Addictive Junk Food,” Michael Moss exposed the junk food industry for employing chemists to

concoct additives intended to hook people on the very food that is making us, including our children, not only obese, but chronically ill.

When one of the leading Junk Food Giants says it wants to help fight obesity by selling you more Diet Coke, nothing could be further from the truth.

But when it takes that campaign a step farther, by paying newspapers to run full-page ads disguised as scientific articles, that’s deceptive advertising at its worst.

We should be celebrating a three percent decline in sales of Diet Coke. And we should be boycotting any product that contains aspartame.

Coke’s campaign is an insult to our intelligence and a threat to the health of consumers.

Ronnie Cummins is an author and international director of the Organic Consumers Association and its Mexico affiliate, Via Organica

Syria as defunding Obamacare.”

Shortly after his appearance, Sen. Cruz’s statements drew a sharp rebuke from a fellow Republican, Arizona Sen. John McCain, who called the prospect of bombing Syria “the only thing I have to live for.”

“Look, I’ve been in a very dark place since the 2008 election,” Sen.

Obama It’s a notion so demonstrably false that they wouldn’t have heard anybody arguing for it on Fox News or talk radio. Yet 29 percent of Republican primary voters reflexively endorsed the falsehood.

Why? “Obama derangement syndrome is running pretty high right now among a certain segment of the Republican base,” Tom Jensen, director of Public Policy Polling, told me.

“There’s a certain segment of people who say, ‘If you’re going to give me the opportunity to stick it to Obama, I’m going to take it.’”

McCain told reporters.

“There have been a lot of mornings when, quite frankly, I haven’t had a reason to get out of bed.

It’s all well and good for people like Ted Cruz to criticize Tomahawk missiles, but hitting Syria is all that’s keeping me going.”

Andy Borowitz is a comedian and author

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In other words, a large number of that 29 percent who said Obama was responsible for the Katrina response knew that he wasn’t but saw it as a chance to register their displeasure with the president.

Obama has driven a large number of Republican voters - Jensen puts it at 15-20 percent of the overall electorate right off their rockers. And to that, there is only one thing to say.

Heckuva job, Barry.

Dana Milbank is a Washington Post staff writer and author

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Symposium Saturday’s symposium will be held at the El Quartelejo Museum and Jerry Thomas Gallery in Scott City.

Just as anticipation is building among Scott City organizers for the symposium, the same is happening at Lame Deer, Mont., where up to 100 people are expected to fill two charter buses.

In order to provide an opportunity for the Northern Cheyenne to tour the area’s sites ahead of a hectic two-day symposium

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schedule, they will be arriving a day early.

“It’s an expense beyond what we had anticipated,” says Thomas, “but we felt this was an opportunity for the group to tour some of the sites and take in the area’s natural beauty. This way they can also have some personal time at Battle Canyon, or just get some rest before the symposium.”

While the events of the Northern Cheyenne exodus are an important part of their history, this trip

has added significance since it will be the first time for many of them to actually visit Battle Canyon. Thomas has been working with Conrad Fisher, a tribal historian, to coordinate events in Lame Deer.

“Conrad has been working hard to get their youth involved in this as well. They’re bringing a number of grade schoolaged youth on the trip,” says Thomas.

“This is a once-in-alifetime event and both

entities are working hard to make this a huge success,” he emphasizes.

Special events during the symposium include: •A native song and dance performance by the Northern Cheyenne and an exhibition by the 4th Cavalry from El Reno, Okla., on Friday evening at the El Quartelejo ruins.

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Hospital execs see higher cost with KanCare Dave Ranney KHI News Service

The state’s transition to a Medicaid program run by private managed-care companies has significantly increased administrative costs for two of the state’s largest medical centers and so far has failed to curb inappropriate use of emergency room services, according to top hospital managers.

Hugh Tappan, chief executive of Wesley Medical Center, which is the state’s third largest hospital in terms of Medicaid volume, said the center’s administrative costs this year have been higher due to the increased rate of disput-

High rate of disputed billings slow payments ed claims filed with the state’s KanCare managed care companies, which means fewer or stalled payments for the medical center’s services.

KanCare is the initiative launched Jan. 1 by the administration of Gov. Sam Brownback.

The state’s three major Medicaid contractors are the managed care companies Amerigroup, Sunflower State Health Plan, which is a subsidiary of Centene, and United Healthcare.

Tappan said since KanCare’s launch Wesley’s amount of con-

Rebuilding trust after it’s been lost by the American Counseling Association

It happens to many of us. We do something that causes one or more people to lose trust in us.

It might be something as serious as infidelity in a relationship, or fairly minor like a teen missing too many curfews or caught being untruthful.

When we’ve shown someone important to us that we aren’t trustworthy, it can be a painful and confusing process to win that trust back again.

The person who lied often feels he or she can never do enough to be trusted again. And the person who was deceived probably feels it would be foolish to trust the offender again soon, if at all.

While it isn’t always possible to win back somebody’s confidence, there are ways to increase the chances that you will be trusted again. A starting point is to avoid making excuses and instead to admit you were wrong, to apologize for what occurred, and to make it clear that what happened will not be repeated.

But those words need to be followed up by actions.

A major next step is to deliver on what you promise at all times. It’s necessary to begin building trust again in even the smallest of ways. If you say you’ll call, make sure you do. If you say you’ll be on time, or do the laundry, or run that errand, make sure you actually do what you’ve said you would.

Don’t forget or have to be reminded, and if you can’t deliver on what’s been promised, let the other person know ahead of time, not with an excuse after the fact.

You also have to be realistic about how long it will take to win back someone’s trust. It can take a lot of you following-through on your promises before the other person begins to believe in you again. It may seem to you that you’ve demonstrated you can be trusted many more times than your original transgression deserved, but once a trust has been broken it can be difficult for the other person to accept that you’ve changed.

At first, you may think that a broken trust can never be repaired, but most of us are capable of understanding that we all make mistakes.

The key is to continue to demonstrate to the other person that you’ve learned from your mistake and are not going to make it again.

“Counseling Corner” is provided by the American Counseling Association. Comments and questions to ACAcorner@counseling.org or visit the ACA website at counseling.org

tested Medicaid claims had grown more than four-fold over the same period in 2012.

From April to July 2012, he said, Wesley averaged about $71,800 a month in disputed Medicaid claims. The corresponding monthly average since KanCare started has been $331,000.

Tappan described the hospital’s billing and other concerns with different groups of state legislators in meetings held in Wichita recently.

A broad range of other Medicaid providers, ranging from pharmacists to

safety net clinic officials, have voiced similar concerns since KanCare’s launch.

‘Growing Pains’ State officials have described the problems as “bumps in the road” of the nature to be expected with any large system change and say they are continuing to work through problems with the still-young system as they become aware of them.

“There’s a lot being done on a lot of different levels to address the payment issues,” said Kari Bruffett, director of the

Division of Health Care Finance within the Kansas Department of Health and Environment.

In recent weeks, she said, the managed care companies have been amending their priorauthorization policies in ways that should lower the hospital’s disputedclaim numbers.

Also, all three managed-care companies, she said, are expected to roll out improved “rapid response” initiatives either this week or next to help deal with the problem of disputed payment claims.

Via Christi Health, also in Wichita, is the state’s largest Medicaid hospital by volume. The University of Kansas Hospital in Kansas City is the second largest.

David Hadley, chief financial officer for Via Christi Health, Wichita, says the hospital’s experience has been similar to Wesley’s.

He says Via Christi has seen an almost 50 percent increase in Medicaid claims that remained unpaid 90 days or more.

“So despite the ongoing communications and efforts being made by all parties, it continues to be a struggle to get timely and accurate payments (See KANCARE on page 9)

E-cigarettes gain popularity, but usage is still unregulated

Experts say they could be effective or more addictive Phil Cauthon KHI News Service

Four years ago, when Rick Hasan first started selling electronic cigarettes, they seemed destined to be little more than a novelty, he said - the same as compact pipes and other smoking accessories available at his store.

“People were curious, but few kept buying.

They would go back to the real cigarette. But now the e-cigarettes are taking up quite a bit of market share,” said Hasan, owner of Payless Smokes, a convenience and tobacco shop in Topeka.

E-cigarettes now account for 15 percent of his sales. Nationwide e-cigarettes are booming,

with annual sales projected to reach $1.7 billion by year’s end.

The battery-operated devices - which vaporize liquid containing nicotine - have yet to be regulated by the federal government, though officials have pledged for two years now that they ultimately will be.

“That’s why I’ve been calling the marketplace the wild, wild West,” said Mitch Zeller, tobacco control chief at the Food and Drug Administration.

“FDA has been on record since 2011 saying it intends to create a regulatory framework for electronic cigarettes. I can’t tell you when that’s going to happen but we are getting closer and closer.”

In the meantime, several states have banned sales of e-cigarettes to minors.

In 2009, California Gov. Arnold Schwarzennegger vetoed a bill that would have regulated all e-ciga-

E-cigarette devices are becoming more common at cigarette outlets in Kansas.

rette sales in the state.

There’s been little research done on e-cigarettes, but among those studying the devices is Dr. Greg Connolly, professor of public health at Harvard University. The future of e-cigarettes, Connolly said, hinges on how the FDA approaches regulation of them.

“This could be a tool -

if it’s regulated correctly - to help end dependence on cigarettes and nicotine.

This is probably the best quitting device known to man,” said Connolly, who co-authored an early study on e-cigarettes.

They just as easily could become a means to hook more people on nicotine, he adds.

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CTP decides fate of tobacco products The man who heads the federal government’s new tobacco control center will be in Kansas later this month to update public health officials on his agency’s efforts to curb cigarette smoking and keep other hazardous products off the market.

Mitch Zeller, head of the Center for Tobacco Products (CTP) in the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, will speak at the Kansas Public Health Association fall conference.

Congress created the

center in 2009. The Family Smoking Prevention and Control Act gave the FDA immediate regulatory authority over cigarettes, smokeless tobacco and roll-your-own tobacco.

It also said the FDA could seek to regulate all other tobacco products, including cigars and e-cigarettes.

But opposition from the tobacco industry has slowed the agency. Legal challenges have already stalled attempts to regulate electronic cigarettes and require larger, more

graphic warnings on ciga- two that it approved for rette packages. sale were non-menthol cigarettes.

First Regs in June “As a regulatory agenThe four-year-old cy, we can only go as agency didn’t issue its far as the regulatory scifirst series of market- ence will take us,” Zeller entry decisions until June, said. “So, we are makapproving two new proding a major investment in ucts and rejecting four. To better understanding how reject a product, the agency must determine that it tobacco products work will increase health risks and better understanding or that a tobacco company the role of nicotine in the failed to demonstrate that design and manufacture of tobacco products.” it wouldn’t do so.

That research led The law forbids the agency from identifying the FDA to conclude in (See FATE on page 9) rejected products. The

State has website on insurance changes A new website rolled out this week by the Kansas Insurance Department will help Kansans learn more about changes in the health insurance market in the coming months.

The site - insureKS. org - features educational information for Kansans who may be interested in accessing health insurance coverage through either the online Health Insurance Marketplace or in the regular insurance market.

The Health Insurance Marketplace is an Internet portal that will allow people to sign up for health insurance as part of the new federal health reform law and to determine whether they may be eligible for financial assistance to pay for health insurance.

Also included on the insureKS.org website are the following: •An interactive program nicknamed “Alex” that helps a viewer learn about the 2014 health insurance changes and how they might affect their insurance situation.

•A premium estimator that will calculate premium costs and possible tax credits for individuals and families, based on the information they provide.

•Brochures and FAQs that explain provisions of the law that go into effect Jan. 1, 2014.

•A link to the federal Health Insurance Marketplace.

• A list of external resources.

•Information about Kansas Navigator programs, insurance agents, and other assisters that are offering personal help with understanding the law’s provisions.

The site links to short videos of Sandy Praeger, commissioner of insurance, who explains portions of the law that may affect Kansans.

“We have tried to provide information and education pieces that will give people a chance to get the facts for themselves,” says Praeger.

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E-Cigs “If the technology continues to develop . . . they could become even more addictive than the conventional cigarette and that’s frightening,” Connolly said.

This fall, Connolly will publish research on a set of habit-forming compounds - or “super juices” - that have been in conventional cigarettes like Merit and Marlboro since the late 1970s. He said they are found in some popular e-cigarettes.

These super juices which aren’t present in nicotine gum or patches - could help make e-cigarettes a more effective quitting aid because they would deliver the kick of a regular cigarette.

And like the patch, users could wean themselves off nicotine by

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stepping down the dosage.

But Connolly, who has served on FDA’s Tobacco Products Scientific Advisory Committee, said the agency does not seem poised to regulate e-cigarettes as a quitting aid.

Rather, he said, FDA seems headed toward regulating them as tobacco products which would leave the companies free to market the highest allowable dosages and essentially assure an ongoing supply of addicts or customers.

“FDA seems to be poised to ban Internet sales, which is exactly what big tobacco companies want,” Connolly said.

“That will only destroy competition and hand the market over to (the big three companies) whose only mission is to make

Fate a July report that menthol cigarettes posed a greater health risk, not because they’re more toxic than regular cigarettes but because they are less harsh, which causes people to smoke more of them and makes them a favorite among young smokers just picking up the habit.

“We know that kids who start smoking disproportionately use mentholated cigarettes,” Zeller said.

Even so, Zeller said the agency wants to do more research on whether menthol makes cigarettes more addictive and to gather public input

me wrong. But it’s not Connolly said if FDA the nicotine that’s killing does regulate e-cigarettes people.” as tobacco products, he suspects tobacco com‘Game Changer’ panies will optimize the The big three each have nicotine dosage such that highly marketed e-ciga- e-cigarettes will mostly be rettes: “MarkTen” comes used as a complement to from Philip Morris, also smoking, not as an alterthe maker of Marlboro, native.

“Blu” comes from Representatives of Lorillard, also the maker Reynolds American were of Newport; and the latnot available for comest entrant is “Vuse” from ment.

Reynolds American, the “E-cigarettes have maker of Camel. come a long way.

I was Vuse - which is being test-marketed in Colorado among those who thought - is a game changer in they would fail, but sure-cigarette technology, prisingly they’re catching on,” Connolly said.

Connolly said.

“The advertising sells That’s because it has a larger battery - which bet- them as the future. They’re ter aerosolizes the vapor, high tech, they’re hip, like delivering it deeper into the latest Apple product,” the lungs - and a micro- he said. “They make the chip to regulate the dos- Marlboro Man look like a age of nicotine. homeless person.”

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before deciding whether to impose any new regulations.

Meanwhile a $300 million education campaign aimed at young smokers is scheduled to launch before the end of the year and it will include “specific messaging aimed at the harms of menthol cigarettes.”

Reaching not Preaching The effort to dissuade young people from experimenting with cigarettes and other tobacco products will avoid the kind of messages that kids are used to tuning out, Zeller said.

KanCare for Medicaid accounts,” Hadley said.

Among other things, KanCare officials have said the goal is to reduce unnecessary and costly emergency room visits by Medicaid patients. They are to be steered to more appropriate care settings before their conditions become more critical.

But Wesley has seen an increase in ER traffic from Medicaid patients since KanCare started.

There were 15,600 visits in the first six months of 2012 compared to 15,900 visits the first six months of this year.

the most addictive product they can.”

The three major companies are Lorillard, Philip Morris and Reynolds American.

However, FDA’s tobacco chief Zeller said allowing smokers to satisfy their nicotine cravings without inhaling tar and other toxic chemicals found in regular cigarette smoke could be an effective way to reduce the overall health risk.

“FDA is poised to create comprehensive nicotine regulatory policy that acknowledges and recognizes that there is a continuum of risk,” Zeller said. “People are smoking for the nicotine but they’re dying from the tar.

Nicotine is not a completely safe and benign compound, so don’t get

“Preaching to kids is a waste of money,” he said.

“There is a way to reach teenagers and young people with meaningful messages and that’s what we’re aiming to do.”

Getting through to 12–17 year olds is critically important, he said, because they’re replacing most of the adult smokers who die each year.

“Kids remain the replacement customers for 75 percent of the adults who die or quit each year,” Zeller said, noting that 3,500 kids experiment with cigarettes every day and 1,000 become regular smokers.

“And that’s why the

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“I realize this is still early in the process, but if the impression is out there that we’re somehow able to reduce Medicaid spending due to changes in (patients’) behavior, that is not the case,” Tappan said.

“When I heard that KanCare hasn’t done all that much to change people’s behavior, I have to say I was kind of disappointed,” said Rep. Will Carpenter (R-El Dorado).

“I just don’t understand why someone would rather go to an emergency room than to a doctor that’s going to provide them with preventive-

type care, which is where KanCare is trying to get people to go.”

Rep. Jim Ward (D-Wichita) who also attended the Monday meeting, said Tappan’s presentation heightened his doubts about the wisdom of letting private, for-profit insurance companies administer the state’s Medicaid program.

“We’ve all heard the thing about how the Brownback administration is balancing the budget on the backs of the poor,” he said. “Now it looks like we’re balancing the budget on the backs of the hospitals as well.”

FDA is making an invest- them everywhere and we ment in enforcement and just don’t have enough research” on the potential education.” consequences.

Zeller acknowledged Retailers Responding In Kansas, inspec- the growing demand for tions by the Department guidance from the FDA of Revenue have reduced on e-cigarettes, but he sales to minors, said Linda said agency rules and Decoursey, executive tobacco industry opposidirector of the Tobacco tion to regulation dictated a deliberate approach.

Free Kansas Coalition.

“The FDA has been on “Our rate of sales to minors has dropped and record since 2011 saying it’s specifically due to the it intends to create a regumoney we’re getting from latory framework for elecFDA to pay for the inspec- tronic cigarettes,” he said.

“I can’t tell you when tions,” DeCoursey said.

“I would definitely like that’s going to happen for (the FDA) to step up but we are getting closer to the plate on e-ciga- and closer to issuing a rettes,” she noted. “People proposed rule that would are beginning to smoke begin that process.”

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Fundaiser a sweet deal for cancer victim

When asked to bake cookies as a fundraiser for a young cancer victim, Julie Faurot didn’t hesitate to lend her support to the cause.

But she also knew that selling cookies one or two at a time would be a long process that might yield little financial result.

Faurot, who owns Cakery Bakery in Scott City, came up with another idea. Why not sell boxed cookies for $15 a dozen?

She struck gold . . . or make that sugar . . . and the result was an avalanche of orders that caught everyone by surprise.

On a recent Friday morning Faurot and her sister, Jill Culp, were loading dozens of boxed cookies into the back of a SUV for buyers in Garden City.

Make that dozens and dozens . . . as in 259. And orders were still coming in after baking more than 3,100 cookies.

“This blew up because of Julie,” says friend and customer Araceli Stewart, Garden City, who originally approached Faurot about the fundraising idea for a friend.

“I had asked if she could bake 250, maybe 500, cookies that we could sell to raise money.”

The cookie sales are to help one-year-old Rocky Aragonez of Garden City who has been diagnosed with retinoblastoma in both eyes. He has made one trip to New York City with his mother for surgery, but that hasn’t prevented him from being blind in one eye. Doctors are uncertain of the vision loss in the other eye, according to Stewart.

The first tumor was first discovered when Rocky was seven-months-old and doctors were successful in shrinking the mass, but since then it’s been re-

placed by several smaller tumors around the original site.

“This is something that he’ll continue to be at risk for until he’s five,” Stewart says. “It’s a hereditary condition so they’re also monitoring his four-yearold brother.”

Rocky’s mother is single, unemployed and has no insurance, says Stewart.

“She’s a friend and I wanted to find some way to help.”

Stewart is a good customer, and a friend, of Faurot’s, so the local businesswoman was more than eager to help. She and her sister began baking cookies for the fundraiser on Sunday (Aug. 18) and were still baking and decorating cookies the following Friday. Dozens of boxes filled with cookies were stacked in the front room of her bake shop waiting to be delivered to buyers in Garden City and Scott City. Stewart picked up 160 boxes on Friday to distribute in Garden City with the rest remaining in Scott City.

“We were trying to find a way to help, but this really exploded,” says Julie.

“I knew it wouldn’t be a very successful fundraiser if she had to buy all the cookies, so we only charged her for the ingredients and we donated our time.”

Julie and Jill’s children also got involved by operating a lemonade stand where they also sold cookies with all the proceeds going to Rocky’s medical costs.

“My kids have always been healthy. I feel we’ve been blessed,” adds Julie.

“It’s tough for people who have to go through this and who don’t have the money. This was one way in which we could help.”

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million in assessed valuation due to a decline in oil and natural gas valuations.

“We didn’t have to cut any staff and we replaced those who left,” says Morgan. “But we’re running a tight budget.”

He says the district was able to provide a $500 across-theboard pay raise for all teachers, in addition to pay increases for all classified staff.

(Above) Julie Faurot (left) and her sister, Jill Cupp, prepare cookies that were ordered as a fundraiser for a Garden City youngster.

(Below) Hannah Faurot adds her expertise in putting frosting on the cookies.

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Healy is Steady Enrollment in the Healy district has climbed by one - to 84 students - compared to last year.

The sixth grade class is the largest with 10 students.

The high school remains one of the smallest - if not the smallest - in Kansas with 22 students, including three seniors.

Leoti Slips Slightly Early numbers have the Wichita County school district down 20 from a year ago, at 409 students. But that gap is expected to narrow before the head count becomes official on Sept. 20.

Three of the smaller grade levels are in the high school with the senior class (26) the third smallest in the district. Only the junior class (34) has more than 30 students.

That compares with the pre-K through fifth grade levels where only the third grade (24) has less than 30 students. The district’s largest class is the fifth grade (45).

In addition to what could be a loss of enrollment, the district has lost additional state aid through new facility weighting that had been the result of new construction and renovations.

They lost the additional state money for the grade school last year and the high school two years ago.

“We lost the equivalent of 15 FTE (full-time equivalent students),” says Supt. Keith Higgins.

He says the district lost about $140,000 in budget authority and state aid. In response, the board eliminated the position of high school principal and applied that savings to salary increases for the staff.

“We also had a couple of retirements and were able to hire younger people at less salary, so that helped,” Higgins says.

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No mystery to success for 3-time writing winner Dirks Writing comes easily for Tyrah Dirks. And so does winning.

The 12-year-old student at Sunnyside School, Pence, won her age group in the Scott County Young Authors Contest for the third consecutive year.

Sponsored by the local PEO chapter, students from first grade through high school were recognized during a reception at the Scott County Library on Aug. 25.

“Every year I try to come up with a different idea, but this time it was harder,” says Dirks, referring to her mystery story, “Danger at the Swimming Hole.”

During the two weeks that she spent writing the book, Dirks says she would write part of the story, read what she had written aloud and then begin editing it.

“I had fun writing it,” she adds.

Madison Roberts, a first grader at Scott City Elementary School, won her first writing contest with, “The Girl and the Witch.”

This was the second time that she had tackled a writing project of this size and “this one was a lot easier,” she notes.

Even though the story features a witch, she em-

phasizes that “it’s not scary.”

“My mom told me a story that I liked and it gave me the idea for my story,” adds Roberts.

“Once I started it was easy.”

Age group winners were: First grade: Madison Roberts Third grade: Brynna Burnett Fourth grade: Sophia Garrison Fifth grade: Myson Winners of the young authors contest attending a reception at the library Koehn were (front row, from left) Brynna Burnett, Madison Roberts, Sophia GarSixth grade: Tyrah rison and Tyrah Dirks. (Back row) Myson Koehn and Kacey Troyer.

(Record Photo) Dirks Freshmen: Asher Davis Classified: Kacey Graphic novel: Irvin Huck Fiction: Nicole Latta Troyer Lozano Sophomores: Macy

Community’s vision brought new superintendent to Dighton

New USD 482 Supt. Bill Morgan.

(Record Photo)

A bond issue can be a tough sell in most any community.

It can be even tougher when you’re the new kid on the block still trying to learn your way around.

But that’s the challenge that’s been tossed at Dighton Supt. Bill Morgan who assumed his new duties on July 1 - just in time to start preparing for a $12.4 million bond election slated for November.

His experience with bond elections may have been one of the factors which convinced the USD 482 board that Morgan was the right man for the job.

He was most recently superintendent in the Lefors, Tex. (pop. 560) school district when it passed a bond issue for construction of a 45,000 square foot school.

“It was important to get the people invested in the importance of the project,” says Morgan. “We wanted to tie the community to the school.”

In fact, during his brief 15 years in education eight years in administration - Morgan has been involved in four construc-

When I was interviewing for the job, I could sense that these people had a vision of where they want to be.

Supt. Bill Morgan

tion bond issues. He has no second-thoughts about jumping into yet another bond issue that has been discussed by board members for nearly three years.

During the past seven months, the board has been reviewing plans as they have been prepared by the architect.

“That’s one of the things that attracted me to Dighton,” says Morgan.

“You can tell this community has a desire to be something greater and to stand out from other communities in Western Kansas.”

“When I was interviewing for the job, I could sense that these people had a vision of where they want to be. When a school and a community are trying to do great things it’s exciting to be a part of that.”

The last major bond issue passed by the district was for $1.55 million in 1990.

Rather than bond issues every 20-25 years, Morgan’s goal is to upgrade the facilities on an annual basis, or at least every other year, using the capital outlay fund. Improvements he would like to see, that aren’t included in the bond issue proposal, would include the art room and high school library.

“I would like to see us developing a long-term plan that would avoid major bond issues,” he says. “We could update two or three rooms a year.

That’s something which we should be able to do within our capital outlay budget.”

Working With Healy While there has been some discussion between the Dighton and Healy districts over the years regarding ways they can possibly share staff or cooperate in sports - with an eye towards consolidation (See DIGHTON on page 14)

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Thurs., Sept. 12: SCHS varsity tennis at Ulysses, 3:00 p.m.; SCMS 7th/8th volleyball at Holcomb, 4:00 p.m.; SCHS in volleyball dual vs Ulysses (H), 5:00 p.m.

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Beware of the risks of public Wi-Fi

by Jason Alderman

Ever notice how many people walk down the street completely engrossed in their smartphones and tablets?

Although it’s great having access to email, social networking and online shopping anywhere, anytime, such convenience comes with a certain amount of risk, according to Jennifer Fischer, head Payment System Security for Visa.

“Unless you’re hypervigilant about using secure networks and hack-proof passwords, someone sitting at the next table - or halfway around the world - could be watching your every move online and

stealing valuable personal and financial information right off your device,” says Fischer.

“There are two primary potential dangers with Wi-Fi,” notes Fischer.

“The first is using an unsecured network - as many public hotspots are. With a little know-how and the right tools, cybercriminals could easily eavesdrop on your online activity.

“The second hazard is phony wireless networks that impersonate legitimate Wi-Fi hot spots. You think you’re logged onto a trusted network, but instead a cybercriminal has hijacked your session and can see all the private information you access or input.”

Scott Co. LEC Report Scott City Police Department Sept. 2: Nathan Mayes was arrested for disorderly conduct and transported to the LEC. Scott Co. Sheriff’s Dept.

Aug. 28: Juan Dyck, Ingalls, was involved in a onevehicle accident at the Scott-Finney line road and Hereford Road. He was charged with having no driver’s license and minor in possession of alcohol.

Sept. 1: Travis Venosdel was southbound on a trail road when he attempted to turn west onto K96 Highway. The right tire left the trail road and the vehicle rolled onto the passenger side.

Public Notice (First published in The Scott County Record on Thurs., Sept.

5, 2013; last published Thurs., Sept. 12, 2013)2t APPLICATION FOR ZONING VARIANCE Notice is hereby given that the Scott City Planning Commission will hold a special meeting on October 1, 2013, at 7:00 p.m., in the Scott City Council Meeting Room at City Hall, 221 West 5th Street, Scott City, Kansas, to discuss the following agenda items: 1. Application for variance by Don Crawford and LeHa Lam to allow a garage to be constructed with setbacks on the west side and south side less than allowed by ordinance on: Lot Fifteen (15) and Sixteen (16), and South Half (S/2) of Lot Thirteen (13), Block Sixty (60), Original Town to the City of Scott City, Kansas (819 Main) 2. Application for amendment of the official zoning map

by Jack and Ann Hawkins to change the zoning from AG (Agricultural District) to I1 (General Industrial District) for the following described property to wit: A three (3) acre tract in the Northwest Quarter of Section 16, Township 18 South, Range 32 West of the 6th P.M. (Southeast of Intersection of Navajo Road and County Road 160) All interested persons will be given an opportunity to be heard at such hearing.

Dated: September 4, 2013.

Rodney Hogg, chairman Scott City Planning Commission

Public Notice (First published in The Scott County Record on Thurs., Sept. 5, 2013; last published Thurs., Sept. 19, 2013)3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF SCOTT COUNTY, KANSAS In the Matter of the Name Change of: VICKY LYNELL FOOS, To: VICKY LYNELL NORTON Case No. 2013-CV-7 NOTICE OF HEARING THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL WHO ARE OR MAY BE CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that Vicky Lynell Foos has

filed a petition in the District Court of Scott County, Kansas requesting a judgment and order changing her name from Vicky Lynell Foos to Vicky Lynell Norton.

If you have any objection to the requested name change, you are required to file a responsive pleading on or before October 21, 2013, in this court. If you fail to act, judgment and order will be entered upon the petition as requested by Petitioner.

Vicky Lynell Foos Petitioner

Public Notice (First published in The Scott County Record on Thurs., August 29, 2013; last published Thurs., Sept. 12, 2013)3t IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF SCOTT COUNTY, KANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF VIRGINIA M. DEWITT, deceased, No. 2013-PR-19 NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED: You are hereby notified that on August 19, 2013, a Petition for Issuance of Letters of Administration was

filed in this court by Shawna K. Foster, an heir of Virginia M. DeWitt, deceased.

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

Shawna K. Foster WALLACE, BRANTLEY & SHIRLEY 325 Main - P.O. Box 605 Scott City, Kansas 67871 Attorney for Petitioner

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When using public Wi-Fi networks, always follow these safety precautions: •Change default settings on your laptop, smartphone or tablet to require that you must manually select a particular Wi-Fi network, rather than automatically accepting the strongest available signal.

•Avoid any network connections your device lists as “unsecured” (look for the “lock” icon). But if you must log on to a public network, avoid websites that require log-ins and passwords (e.g., bank accounts or email.)

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•Only send personal data via Wi-Fi to encrypted websites (those whose addresses that begin with “https” and display a lock icon).

To be safe, you may want to avoid conducting financial transactions on public Wi-Fi altogether; instead, use your secure home network.

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Cybercrime is a booming business. According to the 2012 Norton Cybercrime Report, its global price tag topped $388 billion last year, more than the global black market in marijuana, cocaine and heroin combined. It impacts individuals, small and large businesses and governments alike.

Being able to access the Internet anywhere, anytime can be a great convenience. Just make sure you know what precautions to take when using public Wi-Fi networks.

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Register of Deeds Craig and Michele Duff to Bar X, Inc., a tract in NW4 of 21-20-32.

Charles and Paula Copp to Steven and Florence Kough, Lot 12, Blk. 5, East Acres Addition.

Marion and Elizabeth Koch to Steven and Florence Kough, Lot 12, Blk. 5, East Acres Addition.

Kenton and Deborah Koch to Steven and Florence Kough, Lot 12, Blk. 5, East Acres Addition.

Steven Compton to Jevin and Lalani Kasselman, Lot 7 and N2 of Lot 10, Blk. 19, Original Town.

Ladina Craft to Larissa Brobst, Lot 17, Blk. 33, Original Town.

David and Lee Ann Brown to Chase Thompson, Lot 7, Blk. 7, McLain, Swan and Sangster Addition.

Bank of America to Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, a tract in SE4 of 15-18-31.

Robert and Carol Ann Sieker to Lindsay Wineinger, Lot 13, except north 15 ft. and except south 3 feet, Blk. D, Manor Heights Addition.

Randy and Lisa Jacobs to PlainJan’s Rentals, Lot 17, Blk. 39, Original Town.

PlainJan’s Rentals to Floyd and Vivian Dirks, east 97 ft. of Lots 1 and 3 and north 17 ft. of Lot 4, Blk. 60, Original Town.

Floyd and Vivian Dirks to Adam and Anita Taylor, south 30 ft. of Lot 5 and north 30 ft. of Lot 8, Blk. 16, Case’s Second Addition.

Merlin and Jeanne Peter to Clifford and Patricia Hillery, Lot 12, Blk. 3, East Acres Addition.

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The Scott County Record • Page 13 • Thursday, September 5, 2013

County Commission August 6, 2013 Scott County Commissioners met in a regular meeting with the following present: Chairman James Minnix, Commissioner Gary Skibbe and County Clerk Pam Faurot.

Approval was given to the following tax change: Abatement Michael and Denise Beasley $149.02 •Approval was given for the purchase of a new air conditioning unit for the VIP Center from Faurot Heating and Cooling, Scott City, at a cost of $3,500.

•Les Chyba was appointed to the Scott County Library board to replace Kenton Eckels who had resigned his position.

•Jim Minnix was appointed as a voting delegate to the Kansas Association of Counties conference.

•The contract was renewed with Lewis, Hooper and Dick, Garden City, to continue providing the annual audit report and prepare the county’s annual budget.

•County health nurse Karen Sattler presented a spreadsheet showing how the health department clients have increased since 2003. Their clients have almost doubled between 2003 and 2012. Sattler feels the location on Main Street has increased their visibility and their clients.

•Public Works Director Richard Cramer told the commission he originally thought they would crush 5,000 to 6,000 tons of concrete at the landfill, but it will end up being 8,000 to 9,000 tons. He felt his budget could afford the increased cost and they need the road material.

•Cramer reported the Northwest Regional Recycling Organization will be sending invoices to participating counties seeking additional support.

•Approval was given to a road permit for Dreiling Construction to install a phone line crossing N. Cherokee Road at S9, T 17S, R 34W. •A lease agreement was approved with First National Bank for a Bobcat skid-loader for the road department and a Bobcat excavator for the cemetery department.

•Mahlon Tuttle, commissioner from Gove County, and Sheila Ellis, Scott County, discussed the Lesser Prairie Chicken initiative for counties in Western Kansas.

Mahlon asked for Scott County’s support on this project.

The commission approved $2,687. The commission added they would be reluctant to support any expense for litigation.

•The budget hearing concluded with no comment from the public.

$1M in fines for violating No-Call Act

Two out-of-state companies have been ordered to pay nearly $1 million in combined penalties and fees for telemarketing law violations in Kansas.

Telephone solicitors are bound by state and federal laws to avoid calling consumers who opt for privacy.

The Buzz Marketing and Communications, LLC, of Springfield, Mo., was ordered in a default judgment to pay the state

sumers registered on the do-not-call list to sell a product or service.

Organizations soliciting charitable donations, calls concerning political candidates or issues, or other calls unrelated to the sale of property or services do not fall within the scope of the Kansas No-Call Act. To register for the national Do-Not-Call list, call 1-888-382-1222 or visit www.donotcall.gov.

Scott City

Unity and Hope Mon., Wed. and Fri. • 8:00 p.m.

807 Kingsley Last Sat., Birthday Night, 6:30 p.m.

All open meetings, 874-8207 • 874-8118

Tuesday • 8:30 p.m.

United Methodist Church, 412 College A.A. • Al-Anon, 872-3137 • 872-3343

Dighton

Thursday • 8:30 p.m.

535 Wichita St. All open meetings, 397-5679 • 397-2647

Household Auction

Thelma attended many auctions and collected for many years and has one of the largest doll collections in the area.

Saturday, Sept. 14 • 10:00 a.m. Day 1

Location: Logan Co. 4-H building- 217 Kaler St. Oakley Thelma Beckman - Owner Ornate side table Antique and Collectable Cast iron Aunt Jemima bank Cream cans Tin match holder Cook books Old pictures and frames (nice) Marbles Old quilts Handiwork HO train set (nib) Wagner and Griswald cast iron skillets Small crocks Kerosene lamps Mantle clocks Jewelry and jewelry boxes Coffee grinder Flat top trunk Figurines Several small antique wooden stands Hand meat grinder Several Radio Flyer wagons Coca-Cola jug

WordSmart Corp., San Diego, agreed to a consent judgment ordering the company to pay the state $10,000 in penalties and fees.

Consumers received telemarketing calls attempting to sell them computer software designed to prepare students to take standardized tests.

The Kansas No-Call Act prohibits most businesses from calling con-

District 11 AA Meetings

Antique and Collectible Auction

Day 1-Antiques and Collectibles Antique Furniture Pine cupboard Pine pie cabinet with tin punch sides Wooden fire place mantel Oak drop front desk with side china hutch Smaller oak china hutch with drawer Oak round glass china hutch (nice) Oak sofa table Oak kitchen cabinet (nice) Oak wardrobe (nice) Oak rocking chair 4-drawer oak dresser Stackable lawyers bookcase (3-section) Oak straight chairs 5-drawer Waterfall dresser Vanity with mirror 4-drawer chest Old buffet Duncan Phyfe lamp table

$952,000 in penalties and fees for violations of the No-Call Act. The Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division investigated the company after receiving numerous complaints from Kansas consumers who were on the national Do-Not-Call list.

Buzz Marketing contacted at least 93 Kansas consumers attempting to sell them vacation packages in Branson, Mo.

Little Golden books Miniature nic nacs Enamelware Other items Collectable Glassware Glass apple bowl Miniature hens on nest Large collection of American Fostoria, several cake plates on stands, lots of the extra serving pieces Glass cake plate on pedestal with dome lid Glass baskets Pyrex bowls Child china tea set Depression salt and peppers Refrigerator glass 8-place setting of Blue Willow china with extras Large collection of pink depression glass, cookie jars, candy dishes, water sets, Cabbage Rose and Mayfair Set of Wheat pattern dishes Lots of pressed glassware

Green depression glassware Crystal goblets Apple grease pot McCoy cookie jar and planters Collectors plates, Norman Rockwell etc.

Lots of milk glass Nancy Lee dinnerware set, 22kt.

Set of amber depression glassware Old glass compotes Glass candle sticks Dolls 100’s of porcelain dolls Cabbage patch dolls 100’s of Barbie dolls, many nib Large walking dolls Lots of dolls from the 40’s,50’s,60’s and 70’s including Teeny Weenie dolls in their original clothes Rubber and composition dolls Antique doll trunk Doll furniture Doll clothes Barbie car Many other doll items

Terms: Must have ID to register. Cash or approved check day of sale. Everything sold as is. No warranties expressed or implied. Not responsible for theft or accident. Announcements day of sale take precedence over printed material. No pets allowed in building. Lunch served. Check us out: www.berningauction.com and facebook

Sunday, Sept. 15 • 10:00 a.m. Day 2

Location: Logan Co. 4-H building- 217 Kaler St. Oakley Thelma Beckman - Owner

Furniture and Appliances Whirlpool refrigerator with top freezer, ice maker GE washer and dryer Roper chest type deep freezer Small round wooden dining table and 4 chairs Bernina sewing machine, in cabinet What-not corner shelf Kenmore serger sewing machine, in cabinet Singer sewing machine, in cabinetMastercraft tan & burgundy divan Small office desk 2-Queen Ann style green recliner chairs Grandfather clock Oak TV armoire Sony 36” flat panel TV Burgundy and teal divan with

matching love seat (nice) Matching end and coffee tables Green rocker recliner Oak dining table with 6 matching chairs (nice) Book cases Rose rocker recliner Mahogany 6-drawer dresser with mirror,matching armoire and night stand 6-drawer dresser with mirror Small TV stand with curio cabinet

Cream and mauve floral divan and love seat

Pink occasional chairs

Blonde drop leaf dining table Brown Lazboy recliner Daybed

Small china hutch end table

Household Items Small kitchen appliances Emerson microwave Corningware Pots and pans Tupperware Knife set Corelle ware Lifetime cookware Kitchen utensils Kirby vacuum sweeper Several flatware sets 8-place setting of inlaid silver flatware Lots of silver and glass serving trays Lamps Folding table and chairs Lots of bedding Nativity sets Lots of Christmas decorations 100’s of yards of material

Shop and Lawn Items Parts assortments Hand tools Extension cords Small electric hand tools Aluminum extension ladder Shop vac Lots of fishing poles and tackle Ice chests Screen tent, 13 x 10 Glider porch swing Coleman lanterns Lawn carts Lots of gardening supplies Yard decorations Folding tables 4-wheel electric mobility scooter 4-Metal lawn chairs Shovels, rakes, hoes, etc.

Lots of other items

Terms: Must have ID to register. Cash or approved check day of sale. Everything sold as is. No warranties expressed or implied. Not responsible for theft or accident. Announcements day of sale take precedence over printed material. No pets allowed in building. Lunch served. Check us out: www.berningauction.com and facebook

The Scott County Record • Page 14 • Thursday, September 5, 2013

Dighton principal has ties to Lane Co. Mark Penka has found that you can return home again . . . or at least close to home.

The Healy native has returned to Lane County where he is the new principal at Dighton High School.

“A couple of years ago, following the loss of my mother, getting close to family became a priority for my wife and myself,” says Penka, whose wife, Jenni, is from Colby.

“This was a great opportunity for us to get back to this area.”

The couple has sixyear-old twin daughters, Kierstyn and Kierra.

A 1998 graduate of Healy High School, Penka earned his degree from Kansas State University and has spent the past nine years teaching social studies and coaching - four years at Triplains High School (Winona) and the past five at Ellinwood High School.

“I knew that I’d eventually get into administration, but my goal was to become an activities director,” says Penka, who completed a Masters in Administration degree

USD 466 Lunch Menu

Dighton High School Principal and activities director Mark Penka

from Ft. Hays State University this past May. There wasn’t any hesitation, however, when he was offered the high school principal and AD duties at Dighton. At the same time, he said there were a couple of “key components that were non-negotiable” before he accepted the job.

First of all, he wanted the class schedule to include core classes - math, science and reading - in the morning.

“It’s established that students learn better during the morning and there’s also less class time lost because of extra-curricular activities,” notes Penka. “Since the state

Dighton - there are currently no ongoing talks.

However, the districts did resume a cooperative agreement this fall for junior high football.

“We would like to get people to look at the situation differently than perhaps has been done in the past. Football is a good place to start,” says Morgan. “At this point, our goal is to do what we can to help them when possible and I would hope they feel the same way towards us.”

Not Always in Education Morgan originally pursued a career in law enforcement, working in the violent crimes and nar-

deems these core classes are important, I feel we need to do that as a district.”

He also is a strong believer in a discipline policy that’s “based on giving kids a second chance and treating them with respect.”

Penka plans to use his first year in administration as an opportunity to see what works and what might need to be changed.

Above all, he emphasizes, it’s “important to maintain school and community traditions.”

Academically, Penka says the district has a history of “strong assessment test scores,” though he knows they will be busy

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cotics department for the Dallas (Tex.) Police Department.

However, his parents were teachers, along with his brother and sister, “so I guess it was meant for me to be a teacher,” he says.

He was originally a physical education teacher in Topeka (1999-2002), followed by four years in Texas. The past eight years have been spent as an elementary school principal (six years) and as a district superintendent (two years).

“This is what I enjoy doing,” he says. “I feel I can make a difference in a community and do something for the kids.”

Morgan’s wife, Donna,

and 12-year-old son, Flint, are currently living in Campbell, Tex., until they can find a place to live that will also accommodate their horses. Donna is also involved in education.

Horses are also a big part of the family’s life.

Flint was the 2009 and 2010 APHA working horse youth champion in Texas.

Donna was the 2009 American Paint Horse Association barrel racing champion and reserve national pole bending and stake-racing champion.

The family has traveled throughout the Midwest to compete in horse shows in Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas and Arkansas.

making the transition to the common core curriculum.

As a Healy alumni, Penka sees an opportunity to strengthen the bonds between Healy and Dighton. In the past, there have been discussions between the two districts with respect to how they can work together. Both have entered into a cooperative agreement in junior high football for the current school year, renewing an agreement that had been discontinued a few years ago.

“If possible, we’d like to see a similar agreement at the high school level,” says Penka.

Week of September 9-13 Breakfast Monday: Cereal bar, string cheese, fresh citrus fruit cup.

Tuesday: Baked french toast strips, strawberries and bananas.

Wednesday: Western omelet quesadilla, tomato salsa, potato rounds, pears.

Thursday: Coffee cake, sunrise smoothie, graham crackers.

Friday: District in-service. No school.

Lunch Monday: Sloppy Joe, *Taco burger, hot vegetables, cantaloupe, milk.

Tuesday: Pigs in a blanket, *mighty rib on a bun, baked beans, tri-tators, peaches, milk.

Wednesday: American ravioli, *spicy grilled chicken, garlic bubble bread, peas and carrots, pears in gelatin, milk.

Thursday: Chicken pattie on a bun, *corn dogs, tator tots, winter blend vegetables, tropical fruit, milk.

Friday: District in-service. No school. *Second choice for SCMS and SCHS

The Scott County Record • Page 15 • Thursday, September 5, 2013

Public sentiment sways toward the Cheyenne Bob Campbell staff writer

For a tribe whose history is replete with landmark events, the midwinter flight of 120 to 130 Northern Cheyennes from barracks at Ft. Robinson, Nebr., where they were being deliberately starved and frozen is one of the most poignant and important.

During the escape, 11 soldiers and 64 Cheyenne men, women and children died.

Historian Jim Potter, Crawford, Nebr., says the Cheyenne escape on Jan. 9, 1879, and two subsequent weeks of running and fighting, could have been avoided if Washington authorities had been less callous and more insightful.

Washington’s lack of understanding is even more glaring given that Ft. Robinson had seen the death of Crazy Horse only two years earlier.

“It is a very significant and tragic event to them,” Potter said. “There are still Cheyenne people buried here on the post who lost their lives in that (escape). This site resonates in the Cheyenne story and certainly in the Ft. Robinson story.”

The Cheyenne remember the anniversary of “the

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(Editor’s note: This is the eighth in a series of stories about the Northern Cheyenne exodus from Oklahoma to their homeland in Montana that began in late 1878. The Battle of Punished Woman’s Fork took place on Sept.

27, 1878, in northern Scott County. A two-day Battle Canyon Symposium will be held on Sept. 27-28 to commemorate the 135th anniversary of the battle. Saturday’s events will be held at the El Quartelejo Museum and Jerry Thomas Gallery.)

breakout” by running a 340-mile relay from Ft. Robinson to their reservation in Montana. The original barracks burned down in 1898, but were reconstructed 10 years ago.

“It’s an accurate reconstruction,” says Potter, a senior research historian for the Nebraska State Historical Society and seasonal director at the Ft. Robinson History Center.

“We have wall exhibits and photos.”

Potter said Capt. Henry Wessels, Jr., commander

of what was then called Camp Robinson, was commanded by the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs and Gen. Philip Sheridan to force the Cheyenne to return to Oklahoma.

“They said, ‘We just can’t live down there.

We’d rather die first,’” said Potter. “They broke away and the Army hunted them down. There were several skirmishes until the final battle on Jan. 22.

The Cheyenne were holed up in a ravine 30 miles northwest of the fort (at Antelope Creek).”

The imprisoned Cheyenne fortifying their temporary quarters at Ft. Being outnumbered, Robinson. This woodcut image appeared in Frank Leslie’s Illustrated the last of the Cheyenne Newspaper, published in New York, on Feb. 15, 1879. were either killed or capthe people who were far On Jan. 15, the U.S. tured. spring.

“Wessels was in a pick- removed from the conse- Senate passed a resoluWeapons Were Hidden le because he had been quences of their decisions tion demanding a comWhen Chief Dull ordered to send them back and did not understand the plete report on the NorthKnife’s band had surren- to Indian Territory in the nature of the people they ern Cheyenne escape and “subsequent slaughter” by dered the previous Oct. dead of winter,” Leiker were trying to govern.”

In a book he co-au- troops charged with their 23, they hid enough am- said. “He later came under munition and gun parts great criticism for cutting thored with fellow his- protection.

“Such sympathy would in their clothing and then off their food, water and torian Ramon Powers, Topeka, “The Northern likely not have been posunder the barracks’ floor heat.” boards that would later aid Feeling desperate, the Cheyenne Exodus in His- sible two years earlier. in their escape, according Cheyenne planned their tory and Memory,” both Though Indian-military to historian Jim Leiker. escape with five warriors men say the Camp Robin- collisions would continue “By the time they got killing two guards and son tragedy helped influ- well into the next decade, to Ft. Robinson, they had then fighting a rear guard ence President Chester A. the year 1879 presented with been dividing themselves action. The Cheyenne Arthur’s establishment of Euro-Americans into those who could broke the barracks’ win- the Tongue River Indian something new: a contimove quickly and those dows at about 10:00 p.m. Reservation in southeast- nent-wide nation nearly swept clean of indigenous who couldn’t,” Leiker and flooded out into the ern Montana in 1884.

“Clearly, public senti- resistance, a scenario that said, noting that most of night.

“My greatest sympathy ment began to turn against allowed room for nostalthe former group had continued north with Chief is for the Cheyenne vic- the military even before gic, even empathetic reacLittle Wolf and did not tims in the whole mess,” the last survivors gathered tions toward surviving Instop until surrendering at Leiker says. “Most of the at Antelope Creek,” the dian people,” the authors write.

Ft. Keogh, Mont., the next blame has to reside with authors wrote.

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The Scott County Record • Page 16 • Thursday, September 5, 2013

Pastime at Park Lane We offer our sympathy to the family of Pat Lewis who passed away on August 31. A memorial was held for Pat during Tuesday morning devotions.

The Assembly of God Church led Sunday afternoon services.

Residents played pitch and dominoes on Monday afternoon. Game helpers were Mandy Barnett, Dorothy King, Madeline Murphy and Hugh McDaniel.

Residents played Wii bowling on Monday evening.

Pastor Bob Artz led Bible study on Tuesday morning. Doris Riner and Elsie Nagel led the hymns.

Trivia games were played by the residents on Tuesday evening.

Rev. Warren Prochnow led Lutheran Bible study on Wednesday morning.

Residents played bingo on Wednesday afternoon.

Madeline Murphy, Mary Ann Spangler and Barbara Dickhut were the helpers.

Elsie Nagel gave manicures on Thursday morning.

Chet Quance from Dighton sang on Thursday afternoon.

Russell and Mary Webster held a Bible study class on Thursday.

Fr. Bernard Felix led Catholic Mass on Friday

Sing-a-long held on Friday

Park Lane residents participated in a group singa-long of patriotic songs on Friday afternoon. Root beer floats were served afterwards.

Moomaw and crew entertain

Max Moomaw, Ed Gough and Maxine Wilson entertained residents on Tuesday afternoon. Max and Ed sang and played the guitar and Maxine played the piano. Dora Mae Bowman also sang.

4-H club makes centerpieces

The Country Cousins 4-H Club made butterfly and bug centerpieces for the dining room tables. morning. Rev. Warren Prochnow led lutheran services in the afternoon.

Thanks to Wendy Nightengale and her daughters, Taysia, Elle and Mya, for the cookies they brought.

Earl Gorman was visited by Don and Lillian P., Loretta Gorman, Kim Smith, Pete Steffens, Jane McBroom, Charlene Becht and Chuck Brobst.

Dottie Fouquet was visited by Jon and Anne Crane, Donna Gaschler, Mark Fouquet, Fritzie Rausch, Mary Noll Stormont, Sandy Higgins, Ethan Noll, Ellie Higgins, Bodie Higgins and Mike Fouquet.

Judy Redburn was visited by Tina Turley, Carol Ellis and Jim Cooley.

Senior Citizen Lunch Menu

Deaths Patricia L. Lewis Patricia L. Lewis, 83, died at the Scott County Hospital, Scott City, on Aug. 31, 2013.

She was born on May 21, 1930, in Wichita, the daughter of John J. and Nina Catherine (Cates) Greenlee.

A resident of Scott City since 1936, moving from San Jose, Calif., she and her husband were the owners and operators of Bruce’s Carpet & Tile in Scott City.

She was a member of the First Baptist Church, A.A., and Alpha Omega Sorority, all of Scott City.

On Dec. 14, 1947, she married Bruce E. Lewis in Scott City. He passed away on June 16, 2008, in Scott City.

Survivors Include: two sons, Bill Lewis and wife, Lonnie, and Gil Lewis and

wife, Liz, all of Scott City; two daughters, Lisa Crist and husband, Kelly, Scott City, and Cathy Lewis, Great Bend; one sister, Dione Austin, San Jose, Calif.; six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and three grandchildren, Heather Lewis-Unruh and Shilo and Skyler Norton.

Funeral service was held Sept. 3 at the First Baptist Church, Scott City, with Pastor Kyle Evans officiating. Burial was in the Scott County Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church in care of Price and Sons Funeral Home, 401 Washington, Scott City, Ks. 67871.

Hazel Marie Withington Hazel Marie Withington, 78, died Aug. 19, 2013 at Park Lane Nursing Home, Scott City.

Hazel was born June 25, 1935, in St. Francis, to Chester and Grace (Larson) Withington.

When Hazel was eight, the family moved to Colorado where they remained until they moved to Kansas in 1947. During that time, Hazel helped take care of her siblings and helped her mother with the household chores. The family moved back and forth from Colorado to Kansas several times during Hazel’s life. Hazel and her mother moved back to Atwood after her father passed away.

Hazel spent some time attending Prairie Developmental Center, Atwood, where she made many friends. They resided there until their move to Park Lane Nursing Home, Scott City, in 1988.

Survivors include: four brothers, Marvin Withing-

Melva Rose was visited

by Tina Turley, Carol Ellis and Bob McDaniel.

Hilda Gruver was visited by Tina Turley and Alan and Glenda Graham.

Joyce Bohnert was visited by Tina Turley, Alan and Glenda Graham, and Janet Gallardo.

Mike Kitch was visited

by Charlene Becht, Don and Judy Browning, and Alex Browing.

Pat Palen was visited

by Jack and Sheri Rapier, Deb Lawrence, and Robin and Starla Krause.

Betty Kennedy was visited by Vera Buffington and Alonna Mantzke.

Verna Willman was visited by Nancy Johnson, Bossier City, La.; Bill Willman and D’Ann Markel.

Vivian Sharpe was visited by Harry Sharpe and Hiriam Sharpe.

Edith Norman was visited by Sue Riner, Mary Plum, Sara Shane, Doris Riner and Pat Burdick.

Kathy McKellips was visited by Lee Percival, Tom and Pat Percival, Michaela Freeman, Dave and Val Duff, and Kay Percival.

Phyllis Trembley was visited by Marvin and Louise Greenberg and Andrea Strong and Cat the dog.

Bonnie Pickett was visited by Gloria Wright, Eilene Minnix, Treva McCandless, Larry and Philene Pickett, and Margie Stevens.

Lula Dirks was visited

by Darla Luebbers, Willetta Payne, Floyd and Vivian Dirks, Lucille Dirks and Rhonda Pyles.

Harold and Ruth White were visited by Travis Jones.

Lorena Turley was visited by Tracy and Emily Hess, Mary Ann Leatherman, and Mary Plum.

Vivian Kreiser was visited by Sharon Lock.

Jim and Yvonne Spangler were visited by Greg and Yvette Mills and Les and Mary Ann Spangler.

Clifford Dearden was visited by Kirk Ottaway.

ton and wife, Beverly, Atwood, Verlan Withington and wife, Rhonda, Belle, Mo., Laverne Withington, Atwood, and Irvin Withington and wife, Bonnie, Wray, Colo; a sister, Ivina Vandegriffe and husband, John, Owensville, Mo.; a brother-in-law, Gene Holsman, Oberlin; a sister-in-law, Karen Withington, Maryville, Mo.; and many beloved nieces and nephews.

Preceding her in death were her parents; brothers, Harold, Harlan and Melvin; sisters, Hilda and Lila; brother-in-law, Royal Chessmore; and sistersin-law, Judy and Irene Withington.

Funeral service was held Aug. 23 at Williams Funeral Home, Atwood, with Pastor Mike McVay officiating. Inurnment was in the Fairview Cemetery, Atwood.

Memorials may be addressed in her name to be designated at a later date.

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Jake Leatherman was visited by Jacqueline Huerta, Don and Judy Browning, and Karen and Ken Hoover.

Mildred Van Pelt was visited by David Van Pelt, Pastor Dennis Carter, Treva McCandless and Marlene Murphy.

Geraldine Graves was visited by Kelsie Conard, Marilyn Waters, Diane Dirks, Melisa Wells and Charlene Becht.

Labor Day visitors of Boots Haxton were her granddaughter, Jacie Pottberg, and Dustin Brabe, both of Salina; Pat Burdick and Rod and Kathy Haxton.

Ann Tedford was visited by Mary Plum.

Harriet Jones was visited by Nancy Holt; Andy, Libby, Kalo, and Maggie Hineman, and Travis Jones.

Herb Graves was visited by Jacqueline Clark, Emily Wright, Tina Turley, Janece Redmond, Kelsi Schwartz, Parker Nevills and Ron Hess.

Darlene Richman was visited by Lynn Benson, Milwaukee, Wisc.; Marlene Johnson, Jim Falls, Wisc.; Sandy Anderson, Chippewa Falls, Wisc.; Carlene Schultz, Eleva, Wisc.; Jean Ludowese, Tina Turley, Howard and

Dorothy King, Gracie Zapata, Elizabeth Parkinson and Emily Wright.

Mike Leach was visited

by Linda Dunagan and Julianne Dunagan.

Cecile Billings was visited by Delinda Dunagan, Ann Beaton, Linda Dunagan, Don and Judy Browining, Larry Billing, and Julianne Mettlen.

Ruth Holland was visited by Charlene Becht, Debbie Bush and Deb Lawrence.

Mary Alice Lawrence King was visited by Shorty and Deb Lawrence.

James Still was visited

by Tina Turley.

Delores Brooks was visited by Jessilyn Negron, Charles Brooks, Gene Ivey, Cheryl Perry, Elsie Nagel, Fritzie Rauch and Lucille Dirks.

Dona Dee Carpenter was visited by Pastor Dennis Carter, Gloria O’Bleness, Jack and Sheri Rapier, Roger and Jackie John, and Thelma Miller.

Jim Jeffery was visited

by Pastor Dennis Carter, Hugh McDaniel, Nathella Humburg, Brei Ann Humburg and Libbie Joles.

Thelma Branine was visited by Rick and Tonda Wilson, Ashton and Nathan Kastings, Alden Wilson, Kelsie Conard and Marilyn Waters.

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Fall can be idea time for tree planting Traditionally, we think of planting trees in the spring rather than the fall.

However, there can be advantages to fall planting.

During the spring, soils are cold and may be so wet that low oxygen levels may inhibit root growth.

The warm and moist soils associated with the fall months encourage root growth.

Fall root growth means the tree becomes established well before springplanted trees do and, therefore, is able to withstand summer stresses more easily.

However, certain trees do not produce significant root growth during the

only in the fall but also during the winter months if we have warm spells that dry the soil.

Mulch is also helpful, as it minimizes moisture loss and slows the freezing of the soil so that root fall months and are bet- growth continues as long ter planted in the spring. as possible.

These would include birch, redbud, most ever- Spring-Flowering Bulbs greens, willow oak, scarNow is the time to plant let oak, black oak, wil- spring-flowering bulbs such as tulips and daffolows and dogwood.

Fall-planted trees do dils. These plants need to require some special care. develop roots in the fall Remember, the roots are and must meet a chilling actively growing even requirement over the winthough the top is dormant. ter in order to bloom in the Make sure the soil stays spring. moist but not soggy; this Choose a planting site may require watering not that has full sun to partial

Park Place People

by Doris Riner

Residents of Park Place enjoyed some really great music last week. The Pence Mennonite young people were here one evening to sing for us. When we know they are going to perform everyone comes to hear them.

Chet Quance, Dighton, sang Thursday afternoon and his program was nothing less then highly professional. Needless to say, we all went over to hear him sing.

This does not put down other programs we attend, but I did want to mention them. Besides singing great, Chet comes over occasionally and has coffee with us.

Margaret Lee and her caregiver walk every evening and stop many times to watch the pool games going on.

Lou Pfanenstiel and yours truly scooted down to the grocery store one day. It’s too hot to do much scootering these days.

A very big “thank you” to Fred and Trudi Kuntzsch for the delicious-fabulous-wonderful fresh garden produce! I’ve been in Park Place four years and they haven’t forgotten us once!

I want you all to know, the dog is still on the porch and Ma is still waiting for Pa to get home.

Ma thinks now, Pa must have run out of gas and has started walking, maybe over the hills.

This brings to my mind an experience I had walking in some hills, low hills but never-the-less hills. I was 19-years-old and teaching a little country school, probably 25 miles from any town, or from my home near Protection.

A couple months during the winter I roomed and board with an elderly couple who lived a mile from the school house. I walked that mile on the country road to school, But, one morning I decided to cut across a pasture. No problem until I came over the second hill and there, facing me, was a herd, a band, a group of coyotes.

There was no tree to climb, it was too far to go back, too far to go ahead, so the only thing I could do was either stop or walk on.

I hollered real loud, as only I can, and they all scattered. You can bet I made a B-line for the fence and the road. I didn’t try “the hills” again.

shade. The ideal soil is a sandy loam, but even poor soils can be used if organic material such as peat moss, compost, or aged bark is mixed in.

For example, a heavy clay can be amended by mixing in one-third to one-half organic material. Soil pH should be between 6.0 to 7.0.

Bulbs need good aeration as well as good drainage for proper development - 12 inches of prepared soil is best. If one-third organic material were added, this would require that four inches of organic material would need to be mixed with eight inches of soil.

Incorporate about three pounds of a complete fertilizer such as a 5-10-5 per 100 square feet during preparation.

Planting depths vary depending on the size of the bulbs.

For example, tulips and hyacinths are set about six inches deep and daffodils are put 6-8 inches deep.

Smaller bulbs are planted shallower. As a rule of thumb, bulbs are planted 2-3 times as deep as their width. Planting depth is the distance from the bottom of the bulb to the top of the soil.

Large bulbs are normally spaced 4-6 inches apart and small bulbs about 1-2

inches. Planting in clumps or irregular masses produces a better display than planting singly.

After placing the bulbs at the proper depth, replace half the soil and water. This will settle the soil around the bulbs and provide good bulb/soil contact. Add the remaining soil and water again.

Though there will be no top growth in the fall, the roots are developing, so the soil needs to be kept moist but not wet.

Mulch can be added after the soil has frozen to prevent the alternate freezing and thawing which heaves small bulbs out of the soil.

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Be Inspiring!

Have you ever been inspired? You know, like watching a movie or reading a book and the character does something amazing that leaves you wanting to go and do something great.

Has that ever happened to you? It has me. I read about a guy named Dean Karnazes. He is an ultramarathoner. An ultramarathon is a race longer than 26.2 miles. These races are usually 50-100 miles long. This guy is amazing. He does these things for fun and to push the limits of the human body. He once ran a marathon on the south pole in minus-40 degree temperature. He ran a 135 mile race in Death Valley, Calif., in 120 degree temperature That is amazing to me. But what really amazes me about this guy is that he wants to be inspiring. In 1995, he noticed a problem in the world. He noticed that people (especially kids) are being lazy. They don’t want to do anything except sit on the couch and watch TV. So he decided to do something spectacular in hopes of inspiring other people to do something (like get off the couch).

He decided to run 50 marathons, in 50 states, on 50 consecutive days. WOW! He wanted to inspire people to do anything, so he pushed his own body to its human limits.

Why am I talking to you about running? I’m not. I have little desire to run. I can’t ever recall seeing anyone running who is happy. (Most runners look like they’re trying to do complex math in their head while running).

I’m writing this because anyone who considers themselves a follower of Christ (Christian) should, in turn, be inspiring to others. Why? Because Jesus was inspiring. If you read His story, wherever He went, that’s where people wanted to be. Whatever He said, people were wanting more, hanging on every word. Wherever He was going, that is where people wanted to go.

This wasn’t just the religious people. Quite the opposite. Jesus was accused by religious people of being a “drunk and a glutton” because these were some of the people inspired by Him and His message. They wanted to be around Him. They wanted to be like Him. Jesus and His message were as attractive to those outside the church as to those within.

So my thought for this week is to be like Jesus. Be like Dean Karnazes. Be someone who is inspiring We have been given this extraordinary gift, yet most of us neglect to use it. We have been called to do extraordinary things, yet many of us settle for the ordinary. If we were like Jesus, people outside the church as well as those within the church would be inspired by what they hear and see.

That is our mission as Christ followers, right? Do something great for Jesus this week!

Pastor Shelby Crawford Community Christian Church, Scott City

Scott City Assembly of God

1615 South Main - Scott City - 872-2200 Ed Sanderson, Senior Pastor 9:00 a.m. - Pre-Service Prayer 10:00 a.m. - Sunday Worship Service and Children’s Church Wednesday: 7:00 p.m. - Bible Study and Prayer

St. Joseph Catholic Church

A Catholic Christian Community 1002 S. Main Street - Scott City Fr. Bernard Felix, pastor • 872-7388 Secretary • 872-3644 Masses: 1st Sunday of month - 8:30 and 11:00 a.m.

Other weekends: Sat., 6:00 p.m.; Sun., 11:00 a.m.

Spanish Mass - 2nd and 4th Sundays, 1:30 p.m.

Pence Community Church

Prairie View Church of the Brethren

4855 Finney-Scott Rd. - Scott City - 276-6481 Pastor Jon Tuttle Sunday School: 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship: 11:00 a.m.

Men’s Fellowship • Wednesday mornings Breakfast at 6:30 a.m.

Held at Precision Ag Bldg. west of Shallow Water

Holy Cross Lutheran Church

1102 Court • Box 283 • Scott City 620-872-2294 • 620-872-3796 Pastor Warren Prochnow holycross-scott@sbcglobal.net Sunday School/Bible Class, 9:00 a.m.

Worship every Sunday, 10:15 a.m.

Wed.: Mid-Week School, 6:00-7:30 p.m.

Community Christian Church

8911 W. Road 270 10 miles north on US83; 2 miles north on K95; 9 miles west on Rd. 270 Don Williams, pastor • 874-2031 Wednesdays: supper (6:30 p.m.) • Kid’s Group and Adult Bible Study (7:00 p.m.) • Youth Group (8:00 p.m.)

Sunday School: 9:30 • Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m.

12th & Jackson • Scott City • 872-3219 Shelby Crawford, pastor Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship, 10:45 a.m.

Wednesday Night Bible Study, 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday: God’s High School Cru, 7:30 p.m.

First Baptist Church

Immanuel Southern Baptist Church

803 College - Scott City - 872-2339 Kyle Evans, Senior Pastor Bob Artz, Associate Pastor

1398 S. US83 - Scott City - 872-2264 Robert Nuckolls, pastor - 872-5041

Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. • Worship: 11:00 a.m.

Sunday morning worship: 8:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.

Wednesday Bible Study, 7:00 p.m.

Gospel Fellowship Church

1st United Methodist Church

Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m.

5th Street and College - Scott City - 872-2401 Dennis Carter, pastor 1st Sunday: Communion and Fellowship Sunday Services at 9:00 a.m. • Sunday School, 10:30 a.m.

All Other Sundays • Worship: 8:30 and 10:45 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

MYF (youth groups) on Wednesdays Jr. High: 6:30 p.m. • Sr. High: 7:00 p.m.

First Christian Church

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church

120 S. Lovers Lane - Shallow Water Larry Taylor, pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

701 Main - Scott City - 872-2937 Scotty Wagner, pastor Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.; Worship, 10:45 a.m.

Wednesday is Family Night Meal: 5:45 p.m. • Study: 6:15 p.m.

Website: www.fccscottcity.org

Elizabeth/Epperson Drives • Scott City • 872-3666 Father Don Martin Holy Eucharist - 11:45 a.m.

St. Luke’s - 872-5734 (recorded message) Senior Warden Bill Lewis • 872-3347 or Father Don Martin - (785) 462-3041

Scott Mennonite Church

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

12021 N. Eagle Rd. • Scott City Franklin Koehn: 872-2048 Charles Nightengale: 872-3056 Sunday School Worship Service: 10:00 a.m.

Sunday Evening Service: 7:00 p.m.

9th and Crescent - Scott City - 872-2334 Bishop Irvin Yeager • 620-397-2732 Sacrament, 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School, 10:50 a.m.

Relief Society and Priesthood, 11:20 a.m.

YMYW Wednesday, 8:00 p.m.

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The Scott County Record

Sports

Page 19 - Thursday, September 5, 2013

final tune-up for SC

Offense holds the edge in SC scrimmage

Senior defensive end Chris Pounds brings pressure on junior quarterback Brett Meyer during the Blue and White scrimmage.

(Record Photo)

Junior quarterback Trey O’Neil threw for two touchdowns and ran for another during the Scott Community High School’s annual Blue and White scrimmage which was held as part of the “Welcome Back Showcase” last Friday evening.

Playing in front of a nearly full grandstand, O’Neil guided the White offense to a touchdown on their opening possession, running for an 11 yard gain to keep the drive alive on fourth down and following with a seven yard completion to Wyatt Kropp.

Following a TD run, O’Neil closed out the scoring with a nice touch pass over a defender to senior wideout Chris Pounds in the end zone.

It looked like the Blue would get on the scoreboard when junior quarterback Brett Meyer connected with senior tight end Warren Kropp for a 35 yard gain to the eight yard line where the ball was stripped from him and recovered by the White defense.

Junior strong safety Sloan Baker nearly added

a defensive score for the White when he returned an interception 62 yards to the 30 yard line.

Even with the varsity offensive and defensive units split up between the two squads, head coach Glenn O’Neil saw a lot of good things from his squad.

He also saw plenty of room for improvement.

“There were too many penalties,” observed O’Neil. “Our (offensive) tackles were slow getting to the edge, the runningbacks need to be taking better angles and pass routes need to be cleaned up. They’re all things that can be corrected and we’re working on them this week.”

The offensive line continues to be a work in progress and that work became a little more difficult with an injury to junior guard Wyatt Eitel (6-0, 215).

He fractured a bone in his wrist and is expected to miss the first couple of games. Sophomore Cooper Griffith (6-1, 205) will be making the move to right guard until Eitel returns to the lineup.

(See OFFENSE on page 23)

Abilene’s spread offense will test Beavers in opener The SCHS secondary Week 1 will be put to the test when Abilene and its spread of- Friday. fense makes its first-ever Abilene (2-8) will be trip to Scott City for the looking to recover from football season opener on a tough 2012 season in

which they dropped their first five games. Even though they were just 1-2 in district play, they still slipped into the Class 4A playoffs where they lost

to Concordia in the first round (50-8).

Junior Chase Stalder is a first-year quarterback for the Cowboys. During their recent Orange and

White scrimmage, one of his primary targets was senior Keil Kelly (6-3, 190). Breaking loose for some big gains during the scrimmage was ju-

Spikers rally in tie-breaker against NC Age and experience are two factors over which a young Scott Community High School volleyball program has no control.

However, there is one factor that the Lady Beavers can control and that is their desire to win.

They had to dig deep for that desire in a tie-breaker game against Ness City on Tuesday night. Trailing 20-10 in the third game, SCHS rallied for a 28-26 win to claim their opening match of the season (19-25, 25-18, 28-26).

“To come back the way they did says something about the heart of this team,” says head coach Jordan Dreiling. “It’s difficult for an experienced team to come back from 10 points down in rally scoring, let alone a team that’s as inexperienced as ours.”

The Lady Beavers turned to the most experienced player on their team to spark their comeback. Senior Bailey Nickel, a three-year starter, took control at the net where she began hammering away at the Ness City defense.

Nickel had five of her 12 kills down the stretch, starting with a solo shot that cut the lead in half, 21-16.

She followed with back-to-back kills that left SCHS trailing, 21-20.

Two more kills by the senior gave Scott City leads of 26-25 and 27-26 before they were able to get the match winner.

nior runningback Tanner Hoekman (6-1, 195).

Even though Abilene was hit hard by graduation they still return about sev(See ABILENE on page 25)

Living in the past won’t win championships

someone is on a roll we need to make sure we’re getting the ball to them.”

The first match of the season was a learning experience for the young SCHS squad.

Whether in Manhattan or watching the game on TV, last week’s loss to North Dakota State was not a happy one for K-State fans.

Disheartening, discouraging Rod and disapHaxton, pointing sports editor were the emotions that we felt watching a Wildcat team that at times appeared helpless - or hapless - trying to stop the Bison.

Uninspired was the observation by head coach Bill Snyder.

“It all boils down to caring - how much you really care,” said Snyder in response to any visible anger following the loss.

No one wants to hit the panic button just one game into the season, but the Wildcat faithful should be more than a little nervous as they look ahead to a rugged Big 12 schedule.

First of all, if there was one thing the Wildcats were supposed to hang their helmet on this season it was the offensive line. We were regularly reminded that what the defense may lack, a potent offense would more than make up for.

Just 41 total yards on the ground is beyond miserable for an experienced line. And after gaining just 23 yards, John Hubert has raised questions about

(See SPIKERS on page 24)

(See LIVING on page 22)

Scott City sophomore Madison Braun blocks a tip during action against Dighton on Tuesday evening.

(Record Photo)

A number of those kills came as a result of sets from senior Kelly Wycoff who finished the match with 12 assists.

“When Kelly is setting to Bailey that’s when our net play is most effective,” says Dreiling. “We want to develop all of our hitters, but when

The Scott County Record • Page 20 • Thursday, September 5, 2013

Outdoors in Kansas

by Steve Gilliland

A bucket list for Kansas

I have to come clean about something. Before I ever set foot in our great state, I had very low expectations concerning hunting, fishing and other outdoor opportunities in Kansas.

I figured I’d be lucky to find one tree per county from which to hang a deer stand.

I couldn’t imagine there being more than a dozen fishermen in the whole state because I thought there was no water.

Obviously I was as wrong as yellow tomatoes and I’ve eaten a lifetime’s worth of crow since. In fact, I’ve discovered way more outdoor opportunities than I have time to experience.

So, to borrow the title of a popular movie, I have come up with my own personal “bucket list.”

In the movie “the Bucket List,” Morgan Freeman and Jack Nicholson portray two terminally ill men who escape from a cancer ward and attempt to experience everything on a list they want to complete before they “kick the bucket.”

So, in no particular order, here is my own personal “bucket list.”

•I want to fish for Kansas paddlefish.

A special spring season has been instituted to harvest these prehistoric looking fish as they run up some of the rivers in the extreme eastern and southeastern part of the state.

Paddlefish feed on microscopic plankton so they can only be caught by snagging them with large treble-hook rigs repeatedly thrown and retrieved across the rivers. A special permit is required.

•I want to hunt Kansas antelope.

Pronghorn Antelope are fairly common in a few northwestern counties in the state, and I get the impression that ranchers there are always (See BUCKET on page 22)

X-C boys eyeing return trip to state After last year’s second place finish in the Class 3A state crosscountry meet, expectations are high for the Scott Community High School boys.

But matching last year’s success won’t be easy after losing the top two state finishers to graduation, including Joey Meyer who finished fifth.

Even with four state qualifiers still on the roster, head coach Kevin Reese says the squad has a lot of work ahead of them if they hope to make it back onto the state podium.

“We don’t have a runner who’s going to replace Joey. But if two and possibly three boys can make a significant improvement in their times we can accomplish the same goal,” says head coach Kevin Reese.

That kind of improvement is well within this team’s reach.

Reese had high praise for junior Miguel Chavez who put in some off-season training and was “far and away the most fit runner” coming into the fall season.

Late arrivals on the roster were returning varsity

runners Edi Balderrama and Heath Briggs who didn’t have enough practices to be eligible for the season opening meet at Goodland this week.

“Even though they weren’t with us from the start, both boys have really worked hard and made some pretty good progress in a short time,” Reese says.

Also returning from last year’s team are sophomores Irvin Lozano and Dylan Hutchins.

A pleasant surprise has been freshman Gustavo Gonzales who had the third fastest performance during the time trials.

“He has a lot of potential if he buys into the program and makes the commitment to help this team,” Reese says.

Giving the Beavers added depth is freshman Chance Jones who competed with the varsity squad at Goodland.

“Perhaps the biggest disappointment was the lack of conditioning during the off-season. The boys were excited about our second place finish when we were at Rim Rock last year, but they didn’t carry that enthusiasm into the summer,” Reese says. “They didn’t

put in the miles or the effort.

“It’s frustrating that we have to spend the first three or four weeks of the season trying to develop our base instead of already having that established so we can be working on other things,” Reese says.

Nonetheless, he says the team has the potential to not only return to state, but to regain their place on the awards stand.

“We have the experience and the athletic ability. It’s a matter of how bad these boys want it and how hard they’re willing to work,” Reese adds.

Lack of depth an obstacle for SC girls A year ago the Scott Community High School girls narrowly missed qualifying for the state cross-country meet.

They did send two girls and one of them - senior Taylor George - returns.

She has a solid core of runners around her as well. But the biggest concern for the Lady Beavers could be their lack of depth.

SCHS is four deep on the roster in search of a

x-country consistent performer in the number five spot.

“Our top four girls have the potential to do really well this season,” says head coach Kevin Reese.

However, the placing of the top five runners are used to determine team points. Riley Hawker and Macy Davis fall into that spot. How well one of them performs could

determine just how far this team can go.

Rounding out the top four spots on the lineup are seniors Aubrey Davis and Meagan Thornburg, along with sophomore Jade Wren who missed last season because of medical problems.

The Lady Beavers were already dealt a minor setback when Thornburg came down with pneumonia a couple of weeks ago and is in the process of recovering.

“Unfortunately, this has set her back three or four weeks,” says Reese.

“It’s unfortunate because Meagan put in a lot of miles this summer and was prepared for the start of the season. She’s determined to do well. It’s just going to take a little longer.”

Reese, however, is looking for a big season from George who has been a four-year varsity competitor.

“We need Taylor to be a top five runner for us in the smaller meets and in the top 10 in the larger meets. She’s capable of being that kind of runner,” Reese says. “Like I’ve been saying about Taylor, I don’t think she knows how good she can be. Hopefully, this year she finds out.”

The Lady Beavers opened their season at Goodland this week and will travel to Tribune on Sept. 14.

Many super fans are behind the KC Superfan People wonder what I enjoy most about being a Superfan.

The answer is simple.

Prior to the final pre-season game with Green Bay I made a plea for some assistance on a special project I was working on.

I needed tickets for three special Kansas City Chiefs’ fans and their families.

One of the special fans was a young boy with autism, the other was a two-year-old girl whose legs had just been amputated because of a condition that doctors feared would eventually affect

Inside the Huddle

with the X-Factor

blood flow to her heart, and the other was a four-year-old boy who is in remission from leukemia.

Chiefs fans responded by providing me 68 tickets for the young “superfans” and family

members to attend the game.

We made it a total experience that included gifts for the kids and a series of tailgate parties for them and their families prior to the game. They got to meet the cheerleaders and even had autographs and photos taken with Jamaal Charles and other players.

During the game, the twoyear-old superfan wanted to wear my Chiefshead hat (no problem).

And the youngster with leukemia was excited because he had grown enough hair so that it could be dyed red. And my little

Hunter safety course in SC Sept. 27-28 The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism and Scott County 4-H are offering a hunter education class on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 27-28, at the Wm. Carpenter 4-H Bldg.

Friday’s classes will be from 6:00-9:30 p.m. and resume Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The class is free, but students must attend all sessions and must preregister online at www. safehunters.com.

Class size is limited.

Students must be 11-years-old or older to be certified.

Most of the Saturday afternoon session will be held outdoors so students should come prepared for whatever weather might occur that day.

The Kansas law regarding hunter education requirements changed effective Jan 1, 2005. No one under the age of 12 may hunt by themselves regardless of hunter education certification status

or even if they are hunting on private land.

No one under 16 may hunt by themselves unless under supervision of an adult age 18-years or older.

However, youth ages 12-15 years may hunt by themselves provided they have successfully completed a hunter education class.

The class will be conducted by Natural Resource Officer Jonathan Rather, Scott City.

fan with autism was yelling “Go, Chiefs” throughout the game and in the parking lot afterwards.

It was a magical night for some very special kids thanks to the generosity of the best fans in the world.

And that is the best part of being a Superfan.

Last Minute Cuts Just when several Chiefs may have thought they made the final roster on Saturday, the KC front office made seven more roster (See SUPERFANS on page 24)

The Scott County Record • Page 21 • Thursday, September 5, 2013

beginning a new chapter

Seniors who will be leading the Beavers during the 2013 season are (front row, from left) Chris Pounds, Martin Gough, Warren Kropp, Paco Banda, Evan Cardenas and Juanito Rodriguez. (Back row) Alex Burnett, Brayden Strine, Keigun Wells, Alex Snyder, Cole Birney, Irving Reyes, Matt Tuttle and Parker Nevills.

(Record Photo)

Beavers ready to continue a winning football tradition Yes, Scott Community High School is the defending Class 3A football champions.

Last year’s state title ended a frustrating stretch for the Beavers in which they were always knocking on the door of a state title, but always seemed to come up one win shy. It was a memorable season and a memorable championship game.

But that was another team and another time.

With only two returning starters on offense and defense, this year’s edition of the Beavers barely resembles the squad that posted the school’s firstever 14-0 record.

And despite their lofty ranking in some pre-season polls, this team has yet to prove themselves.

That’s not news to the Beavers. They’ve been hearing that all summer in the weight room and through their early season practices. Coach O’Neil has been planting a chip on their collective shoulders, reminding them that every team they face will see this as THE season when they can finally extract some revenge.

If SCHS is to extend their 14 game unbeaten streak, contend for a fourth consecutive Great West Activities Conference title and make a run into the playoffs, there are several key factors.

Likewise, Meyer and O’Neil both have great hands when put into that role.

The Kropp brothers - Wyatt (5-8, 160) and Warren - are very good receivers and, with his speed, senior Brayden Strine (60, 165) could stretch the field.

As good as this crew can be, they simply aren’t there yet.

They’re a long way from performing close to Coach O’Neil’s high standards.

“Their routes are sloppy and they’re lazy on the back side. If they’re not the primary receiver they aren’t running through their routes as hard as they can so they can be that secondary guy,” says O’Neil.

Potential is one thing.

Living up to it is another.

Junior quarterback Trey O’Neil

will get snaps under center. You can bet that Coach O’Neil will find some creative ways to use his twin quarterbacks during the season.

O’Neil and Meyer lack varsity experience as the signal callers, but don’t look for that to Quarterback be a problem with this duo - at The Bea- least not for very long. vers have two Offensive very capable quarterbacks, Line which is a great One area luxury. where lack One of them is an O’Neil, of experience which is an even bigger bonus. could be a huge Trey (6-2, 175) has more challenge will size than his brother, which will be the offenmake him a running threat in sive line.

Scott City’s veer running game.

Senior center Keigun Wells However, it would be unfair (6-1, 205) did a very good job to expect him to throw as well last season and will definitely as his brother . . . at least not yet. anchor the line this year.

Trey has size and strength, Senior tight end Warren which are great attributes in any Kropp (6-0, 190) could be one quarterback. of the best blockers SCHS had And don’t overlook junior had at that position in a long Brett Meyer (6-4, 150) who has time. That’s Coach O’Neil’s asa great arm. sessment and that’s high praise While O’Neil will be the indeed. starting quarterback, Meyer Everywhere else the Bea-

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vers are going through growing pains.

In order for the outside running game to be effective, the tackles have to be quick enough to get to the edge. O’Neil hasn’t seen that yet.

Likewise, he has concerns with their pass blocking.

In addition, junior Wyatt Eitel is already sidelined with an injury and Cooper Griffith is making the quick adjustment to the line.

Success with any team begins up front. These boys will need to learn in a hurry - or Coach O’Neil will have to get very creative with the offense.

3

Receivers

The receiving corps could be one of the mysteries and one of the pleasant surprises.

Senior Chris Pounds (5-11, 170) demonstrated last year that he can make some pretty outstanding catches.

Senior fullback Paco Banda

4

Runningbacks

Fullback Paco Banda (5-7, 195) has been waiting patiently for his time.

It’s his senior year and that time has finally arrived.

“I’m ready to step up as a leader and take this team where it needs to go,” says Banda.

With his power and compact size, Banda is going to be a load for any defender to bring down.

He doesn’t have tremendous speed, but he’s quick enough to break off 20 and 30 yard runs.

Warren Kropp has the ability to slice his way through the defense while Strine and Gough

have breakaway speed to the outside - if the lanes are there.

At the same time, the lack of experience in this stable of backs is also apparent.

“They run hard. They just don’t know where to go all the time,” says Coach O’Neil.

“They don’t know what to look for in regards to where their cuts should be.”

5

Defense

Look back over the history of SCHS football and the one constant has been the defense.

The Beavers take a lot of pride in their physical play and their ability to wear down an opponent.

One of the big surprises so far this year has been the fact the defense came into two-aday practices trailing the offense and that’s still the case.

“We’re making progress with our technique and knowledge, but the defense is still behind the offense,” says Coach O’Neil.

There will likely be a lot of pressure on the defense to play well until the offensive line begins coming together the way it needs to.

6

Linebackers

The heart and soul of Scott City’s defense are the inside linebackers.

“In our defense, our linebackers are supposed to be the playmakers,” says Coach O’Neil.

There was probably no better linebacker tandem in Class 3A a year ago than Drew Kite and Colten Yager.

Banda and Marshal Hutchins (5-8, 150) and Griffith have a long way to go in order to fill those shoes.

What O’Neil expects out of the gate from these inside backers is solid fundamentals.

“Right now, our linebackers aren’t tackling very well,” he observed following the recent Blue-White scrimmage.

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Living what kind of a back he can be without Collin Klein to steal attention from the defense.

Given the struggle that K-State had converting short-yardage situations into first downs there may be some question about why we don’t have a Daniel Thomas-type runningback who can get the tough yards. Or if we do have one, where was he?

We were successful on just 2-of-10 third down conversions. That won’t win many games in Big XII play.

As Coach Snyder acknowledged afterwards, they didn’t get Dan-

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iel Sams into the game enough. That’s not a knock on Jake Waters, who played a very good game, but when you have someone as talented as Sams and a running game that’s in desperate need of a lift - he needs to be more involved. At the same time, you can’t just call running plays when Sams is in the game or all 11 defenders and the towel boys are going to squeeze into the box in order to shut him down.

As Coach Snyder noted during the K-State Fry in Scott County earlier this year, Sams has shown vast improvement in his passing skills. He is a dual

threat who needs to be would have willed the defense to make a stop, just used as one. as they did when Brown led a goal line stand at Porous Defense K-State obviously did a Miami in 2011. There is nice job of clearing out the no Arthur Brown on this middle for NDSU quarter- team. From all appearancback Brock Jensen. With- es, we aren’t sure anyone out any defensive pressure on the defense can carry and with the middle of the his jock strap. field wide open, Jensen That, as Snyder pointed must have thought he was out, is where the lack of playing in a team scrim- emotion was gut-wrenchmage rather than against a ing. Losing is one thing.

Losing without the emoDI opponent.

But, more disturbing tional will to win is unacthan that was NDSU’s ceptable.

The play-calling can ability to chew 8:30 off the clock on an 80-yard, be corrected. Adjustments 18-play drive to score the can hopefully be made on winning touchdown. defense.

Arthur Brown wouldn’t The emotional issues have let that happen. He the will to win - are some-

thing that the players will have to find within themselves.

Coach Snyder is a brilliant coach and motivator.

If there’s a way to win, he’ll figure it out.

The Wildcats could be looking at a seven-win season - maybe - if they don’t turn things around during the next couple of weeks.

K-State’s season opener should provide a good lesson for any college or high school team.

What you did last year doesn’t matter. A Big XII title or a state championship are in the past. That success was great and it provided some terrific

Youth, disabled hunt season begins Sept. 7 There’s a first time for everything, and for youth and disabled deer hunters, Sept. 7 marks the first day of a very special nine-day season.

From Sept. 7-15, youth 16-years and younger and disabled hunters will have the opportunity to hit the field, taking first pick of Kansas deer. This not only provides a greater potential for harvesting deer, but it also allows youth and disabled hunters to enjoy hunting in milder temperatures, without the hunting pressure and

Bucket eager to have them harvested because of the grass and alfalfa they devour.

They can be tricky to hunt since their habitat is usually wide open range country with little cover.

I’ve heard both sides of the argument concerning the taste of antelope meat.

Only a small number of permits are issued each year through a lottery system. I’ve bought a preference point each of the last three years, but it still may be awhile before I can cross this one off the list.

•All of you who watch TV hunting shows or subscribe to any kind of hunting magazine have seen

Fishing Report Scott State Lake Updated August 22 Channel cats: good; up to 17 inches. Cut bait, shrimp, worms, and prepaired baits fished around the fish attractors and other structure has been best for fish up to 8 lbs.

Crappie: fair/good; most up to 9 inches. Minnows or jigs around the fish attractors has been best. But drifting jigs or small crankbaits over the deeper part of the lake in a boat, fishing minnows under a bobber along rip-rapped shorelines in the evening, or fishing minnows under a bobber up in the creek can all be productive methods/locations. Anglers report catching good numbers of fish most days with the majority of the “keepers” running in the 8-9 inch range.

Walleye/saugeye: slow; up to 8 lbs. Casting and slow-retrieving jigs tipped with nightcrawlers or minnows or fishing various fish imitating jigs and crankbaits along drop-offs and points should be best.

Hunter Education Class Sept. 27-28 in Scott City

KDWP Report competition of a regular season.

For youth who may be hunting for the first time, special hunts can be a great way to start. Through a Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) program called Pass It On, department staff at various state parks and wildlife areas around the state sponsor special youth deer hunts.

For example, staff at

El Dorado State Park will host a special youth deer hunt on Sept. 7-8.

Young hunters interested in participating in a special hunt should contact their local KDWPT regional, park or wildlife area office to find out about local opportunities.

Most special hunts limit the number of participants, so pre-registration is required. KDWPTsponsored special hunts connect youth and an accompanying adult with a local guide and provide a prime hunting spot.

But youth and disabled hunters don’t have to be involved in a special hunt in order to participate in this unique season. Youth age 16 or younger, who possess a valid deer permit, may hunt during this special deer season as long as they are under the immediate supervision of an adult 18 or older.

This season is also open to any person who possesses a valid deer permit and has a permit to hunt from a vehicle pursuant to KAR 115-18-4 or a disability assistance

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or read numerous pieces about the problems feral hogs cause in many states. Numerous counties in Kansas now have feral hogs that are becoming problematic.

They are so destructive I even hesitate to use the word “harvest” when it comes to shooting one, but the meat is good so I guess it’s still a harvest, and harvesting one is on my bucket list.

There is no open season for feral hogs in Kansas, but you may harvest one on a landowner’s property with that landowner’s permission. Only a general Kansas hunting license is required.

•I want to see a cougar in the wild in Kansas.

In the past few years two or three confirmed sightings have been acknowledged by the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, so I guess becoming the first to provide indisputable evidence of one has to be crossed off the list.

I still want to see one in the wild. Having a fully grown cougar walk beneath my deer stand or slink across a field in front of my blind would certainly stand the hair up on the back of my neck, but what a rush!

Other wishes on my list include watching and pho-

tographing a newly born Whitetail fawn, bobcat kittens, and fox and coyote pups in the wild, and harvesting a Kansas elk.

I have completed a few on my list already, including hunting Kansas rattlesnakes, trapping a Kansas bobcat and finding a porcupine (even though if was under someone’s porch) but it seems the more I check off, the more I add again.

That’s as good a reason I can think off to continue Exploring Kansas Outdoors!

Steve can be contacted by email at stevegilliland@idkcom.net

permit issued pursuant to KAR 115-18-15.

All resident and nonresident permits are valid during this special season, and equipment restrictions designated on permits apply.

Hunter orange is required. Shooting hours are one-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset.

For more information on the 2013 deer season, visit ksoutdoors.com and click “Hunting/Hunting Regulations.”

memories but, as KSU discovered, those memories weren’t worth a whole lot when they couldn’t convert on fourth down or they couldn’t find a way to stop the Bison on their game-winning drive.

A winning tradition only demonstrates how much teams in the past were willing to invest in being successful.

Whether that tradition continues depends on the players who walk on the field today and how much they are invested in winning.

That’s just as true at KState as it is Scott Community High School.

Mystery surrounds Jayhawk football

Kansas University will unveil their 2013 football team this Saturday against South Dakota in Lawrence.

The focus will be on quarterback Jake Heaps, who is being counted on to lead a much-improved KU team.

South Daby kota is a perMac fect opening Stevenson game foe for KU. The Coyotes (1-10, 0-8 last season) play in the Missouri Valley.

Kansas will crush South Dakota in a mismatch.

Look for Heaps, runningback James Sims, and flanker Tony Pierson to have productive games. And it will be revealing to see how the new pass receivers perform KU’s offense will be able to move the football.

Saturday’s game will give Coach Charlie Weis a chance to use a lot of players and knock off some early season rust. Nothing builds enthusiasm and confidence like winning and KU will be off to a good start.

However, the celebration may be short-lived because the Jayhawks have to play Rice on the road in their second game. That will be a much sterner test.

Everything to this point has been pure conjecture for KU’s team because there are so many new players. After they blow away South Dakota, KU’s fans will quickly assume that the Jayhawks are set for a solid season.

That may be true. But it would be wise to wait and see how KU does on the road against a rugged Rice team.

The biggest unknown about the Jayhawks is their offensive line, which will have at least three new starters.

The feeling here is that the 2013 football team will bear little resemblance to the sorry 2012 ball club.

Weis and his staff know what they’re doing and they have done an excellent job of recruiting and coaching.

Kansas will be a competitive football team this fall. Just how much the Jayhawks have improved is yet to be determined.

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Chapter “We’re giving up too many yards after contact.”

In order for the defense to play at the level which has become expected at SCHS, the linebackers will have to make plays.

“The linebackers are partnering with the defensive tackles on gaps. If the linebackers don’t know where to shift against a formation they aren’t very valuable to us on the field.”

In other words, they still have a lot to learn.

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Defensive ends: Warren Kropp and Chris Pounds.

Offensive guards: Wyatt Eitel (injured), Cooper Griffith and Alex Snyder.

Offensive tackles: Lane Hayes (jr., 5-10, 220) and Cole Birney (sr., 5-10, 260).

This will give the linemen a chance to get a breather during games and visit with the coaching staff. That can be invaluable.

8 7 Depth

In spite of their low numbers (only 46 on the roster) the Beavers have decent depth where it may matter most - on the line.

While Coach O’Neil isn’t platooning offensive and defensive players, it will certainly appear that way with the following breakdown: Defensive tackles: Matt Tuttle (sr., 6-0, 300) and Chantz Yager (jr., 5-10, 150).

Offense Griffith has been battling for a starting spot as an inside linebacker, but Coach O’Neil said he probably would see limited playing time this week with Abilene’s spread offense.

While the Beavers showed a lot of rollout passes during their scrimmage, that wasn’t always by design.

“A lot of the rollouts weren’t designed that way. The quarterback had to scramble because of pressure,” O’Neil says.

While T. O’Neil (6-2, 175) will get the starting nod this

Field General

One aspect that was never underestimated or unappreciated was Brett O’Neil’s knowledge of the game. Whether on offense or defense last season, he was like having another coach on the field with his presence of mind and understanding of what was happening around him.

“There were a couple of games when I didn’t have to make any defensive calls,”

jokes defensive coordinator Jim Turner.

Okay, half-jokingly.

That’s a tough role to fill on any team. Naturally, a lot of that responsibility will fall upon T. O’Neil’s shoulders as the free safety, where his brother played.

“It’s unfair to compare him to Brett because Brett played free safety his entire career and Trey’s been bouncing around from linebacker to corner to free safety,” says Coach O’Neil.

“With experience will come the confidence to make the defensive calls and not be afraid of making mistakes.

“Trey’s getting more vocal and confident in what he’s seeing on the field. He’s made the right checks in practice with our pass coverage,” says the head coach.

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Confidence

W h e n you’re the defending state champions.

When you

are a perennial playoff contender.

When your football program has lost a total of just five games over the previous five years there’s one thing you should be and that’s confident.

However, with an inexperienced team, right now it’s a “fragile confidence,” says Coach O’Neil.

Some days are better than others.

Bottom line: with experience comes confidence and with confidence comes good play and more aggressive play, says O’Neil.

Even if you weren’t on the field making those plays, the confidence spills over. You know what it takes to win - or at least you think you do - and you gain an appreciation for the tradition that is Scott City football.

And now this SCHS team has an opportunity to write their own chapter in the proud tradition of Beaver football.

“This is what we’ve been waiting for,” says Banda. “This is our time.”

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Friday, Meyer (6-4, 150) will get plenty of playing time as a wideout and probable starter at cornerback.

“Brett played well in the scrimmage and he’s been doing well in practice. He’s going to get some snaps at quarterback,” adds O’Neil.

their moments, but lack of consistency - and varsity experience - are major obstacles.

“They’re learning day by day. They’re on a big learning curve and some days that curve eats them up and some days they look like they’re ready to go with it,” says Coach O’Neil.

The Running Game Fullbacks Paco Banda (57, 195) and Wyatt Kropp (5-8, 160), along with runningbacks Brayden Strine (6-0, 165) and Martin Gough (6-0, 175) had

Defense Makes Progress A week ago the defense was behind the offense and that hasn’t changed, even though the gap may be closing.

The most glaring problem

with the defense during the scrimmage was the number of missed tackles and yards allowed after initial contact.

“The linebackers aren’t tackling very well. That’s what stood out most the other night,” says the head coach. “They have so much on their minds in terms of responsibility and technique that they seem to be forgetting how to tackle in the open field.

“The defense has made good progress with their knowledge and their technique has improved.”

Thurman emerging as a backfield threat The Wichita County High School football team figured to have a two-headed offensive monster in quarterback Jantz Budde and fullback Colton Northrup.

Now it appears that junior halfback Spencer Thurman is ready to add his name to the conversation following last Thursday’s scrimmage.

“That was the best that Spencer has looked so far this year,” says head coach Faron Kraft.

“He had been struggling on when to cut up the field and when to bounce to the outside.

“Things are starting to slow down for him. He’s starting to see the field and read the holes better. He’s not hesitating like before.”

WCHS Football Overall, the head coach is continuing to see progress on both sides of the ball as the Indians prepare for their season opener on the home field against Cimarron.

“The linemen are getting better with their blocking assignments and our runningbacks are doing a better job of hitting the right hole,” Kraft says.

He was also pleased with the continued progress of junior receiver Matt Huber (6-2, 155).

“He does a nice job of going up after the ball and once he gets a hand on it he doesn’t drop too many,” noted the head coach.

The scrimmage was a final opportunity for boys at a couple of positions to show whether or not they’re ready for the varsity level.

“We have a couple of spots where we’re still not rock solid on who our starters will be,” Kraft says.

Among those are Spencer Thurman and Ezekiel Castillo who will likely be rotated at one of the outside linebacker positions. Thurman will likely see action in passing situations and Castillo to defend the run.

Three boys are also in the hunt for the two defensive end positions. They include juniors Abraham Padilla and Bryson Bloedorn and sophomore Gabe Fletcher.

Defense to be Tested The WCHS defense will face a stiff test on Friday as they try to shut down senior runningback Ty Clark and mobile quarterback Caleb Fisher.

While Clark is coming off a season in which he rushed for 1,312 yards and scored 17 touchdowns, it was quarterback Caleb Fisher which caught Kraft’s attention when scouting the Bluejays during their scrimmage last week.

Fisher replaces A.J. Cooper under center even though Cooper passed for a respectable 784 yards last season. He has been moved to wide receiver and while Fisher provides another (See THURMAN on page 25)

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Junior libero Kristi Faurot passes the ball during action against Ness City while teammate Brooke Dillinger looks on.

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Spikers “We had six girls on the floor who had seen little, if any, varsity action before (Tuesday),” says Dreiling.

That was particularly evident when Ness City, and later Dighton, were able to string together scoring stretches when three sophomores were on the front line.

“It’s the way our rotation is and it’s something we’ve got to work through,” says Dreiling.

“We need to find ways to avoid giving up big scoring runs in that situation.

“The thing that I’m asking of the girls is to stay aggressive. We’ll get better with experience.”

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Turning in a strong defensive match was junior Kristi Faurot who didn’t even practice as the libero (defensive specialist) until the day before the triangular.”

“She responded very well. She did a very good job with serve receive and she had a number of digs,” Dreiling says.

Swept by Dighton Scott City fell to Dighton in straight games, 25-21, 25-21.

Trailing in the opener, 18-11, the Lady Beavers cut the lead to 24-21 before Dighton scored the game winner.

In the second game,

Superfans cuts on Sunday to make room for players they had claimed off waivers.

Perhaps the most surprising thing was that two of the former Chiefs - Jalil Brown and Devon Wylie - were part of the special teams unit which has been phenomenal during pre-season. Brown, however, was finding it more difficult to earn a spot as a cornerback because he wasn’t fast enough to stay with receivers.

Wylie was a bigger surprise because he was a fourth round draft pick last year and was seen, by some, as a potential slot receiver.

I had thought that undrafted free agent Rico Richardson might earn a spot as a wideout. I also liked how well fourth year defensive end Austen Lane performed in camp, but he was injured in the first pre-season game and hasn’t been a factor in the Chiefs’ plans since.

Want to know who the two best teams are in the NFL? The waiver wires may be an indication.

Kansas City, because we picked No. 1 in the regular draft, also had the

Scott City held a 21-20 lead when Dighton’s Dakota Hoffman reached over the scorer’s table, which was set up at the side of the net, and brought the ball back into play. Dighton went on to win the point, tying the match at 21-21.

However, Dreiling wasn’t sure it was a legal score.

“I felt she had made contact with the table, which would have ended the point,” says Dreiling.

“The official didn’t see it my way.”

Had the decision gone the other way, Scott City would have taken a 22-20 lead.

Instead, Dighton closed out the match by scoring the final five points.

We have to be better seeing what’s happening on defense,” says Dreiling.

“They tipped a lot at us.

Our younger girls aren’t quite fast enough with their reads.

“We also had a lot of net calls against us. That’s something we need to improve on.”

Nickel finished the match with just five kills and Wycoff added two.

“We need to do a better job of getting the ball to Kelly on the outside and we need more consistency with our sets,” Dreiling adds.

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No. 1 pick of everyone who crossed the waiver wires. We claimed seven players on Sunday - three from Seattle and two from San Francisco. Both of those teams are seen as having the two deepest rosters in the league.

Claimed off waivers were Ron Parker (CB, Seattle), Sean McGrath (TE, Seattle), Jaye Howard (DT, Seattle), JamesMichael Johnson (LB, Cleveland), Marcus Cooper (CB, 49ers), Chad Hall (WR, 49ers) and Dezman Moses (LB, Green Bay).

Keep in mind that KC played San Francisco earlier this season, so we had a chance to see Cooper and Hall. In addition, General Manager John Dorsey, who came from Green Bay, is familiar with Moses and how well he stepped in for an injured Clay Matthews a couple of seasons ago.

You can bet we aren’t taking a huge gamble on any of these players.

Jacksonville had identical 2-14 records a year ago, but both teams couldn’t be more different to start the 2013 season.

Through the draft and free agency, Kansas City has completely revamped its lineup. In less than a year we have become a legitimate playoff contender.

Jacksonville wasn’t near as aggressive during the off-season and they remain one of the worst teams in the NFL. While this game will hold little interest for anyone outside of Kansas City and Jacksonville, one thing that may grab a little added attention is the fact that the No. 1 pick in the draft - KC offensive right tackle Eric Fisher - will be lined up across from the No. 2 pick in the draft Jacksonville’s defensive left tackle Luke Joeckel.

We may not know for a couple of years who made the better draft day decision, but we may get a glimpse on Sunday.

Draft Showdown It’s interesting that the two teams with the worst Terrorhead Returns record in 2012 should “Terrorhead Returns” meet in the season opener has been set for Sun., Oct. in 2013. Kansas City and 13, when KC hosts the

Oakland Raiders.

Details are being finalized with the Chiefs’ front office and the “Guinness Book of World Records” will have an official representative on hand.

All that’s left is for KC fans to get ready to set a world record.

The X Factor (Ty Rowton) is a former Scott City resident who has been inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame as a Chiefs Superfan

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Mystery Cats are Shocked Out of the wreckage of last Saturday’s stunning upset to North Dakota State, nothing is damaged except for Kansas State’s chances to go to a bowl game this season.

With just two nonconference games left - UL Lafayette (Sept. 7) and UMass (Sept. 14) - the Wildcats are in a precarious position so far as their postseason hopes are concerned.

K-State wasn’t upset on the field, they were drubbed. NDSU rushed for 215 yards in 43 carries - an average of five yards per carry. The Wildcats ran for 41 yards on 23 carries - an average of 1.8 yards per carry.

Kansas State was outplayed by NDSU at the line of scrimmage on both offense and defense.

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en starters, according to SCHS head coach Glenn O’Neil.

“They gave up 33 points per game last year, so I’m sure they feel they have room to move people around and do a better job defensively,” he says.

The defensive leader for Abilene is junior linebacker Colton Mills (195).

Kickoff for the nonleague game is 7:00 p.m.

Admission price for adults has increased to $5.

Student (K-12) admission remains $3.

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dimension as a left-handed quarterback who is also mobile out of Cimarron’s spread offense.

“We have to keep Clark and Fisher between the tackles,” Kraft emphasizes. “With their spread offense they’re going to want to create running lanes. It’s going to create a challenge for our defense.”

Kraft anticipates the Bluejays will try to maintain a balanced offensive attack, if possible. That will put pressure on the Indians secondary to contain receivers in the spread offense.

“We may run a lot of zone coverage and try to keep (their receivers) in front of us and make sure they aren’t running our linebackers all over the field,” he says.

The Indians will have a huge size advantage on the offensive and defensive lines. While the Bluejays are smaller on the line, they offset that with quickness.

“We’re hoping our defensive line can wear them down and eventually get pressure on the quarterback,” Kraft says.

The game will match a contrast in styles.

“We want to overpower them with our size and strength on offense.

They are a finesse team that wants to spread the field,” says Kraft. “It will be interesting to see which style of play wins.”

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“They’re a tough football team . . . they played harder than we did, they were tougher than we were, and they were better coached than we were,” said Coach Bill Snyder afterwards.

Before the season, it was expected that K-State would have issues on the defensive side of the ball and that held true against the Bison. But with their offensive line returning

intact, the Wildcats appeared all set to have a potent offense.

The biggest disappointment was the play of the OL. They didn’t block well on running plays and their pass protection left much to be desired.

Kansas State will win their next two nonconference games, but they will have to win four Big 12 games to qualify for a bowl game. If the opening

their season this coming weekend. The revamped Kansas City Chiefs begin the season at Jacksonville on Sunday.

Jacksonville had a terrible 2012 season (2-14), same as Kansas City. One of the Jaguars’ many problems has been at quarterback where Blaine Gabbert has never lived up to Revamped Chiefs expectations.

In addition to college KC will be greatly imfootball, the NFL begins proved at quarterback game was any indication, that will be a tall task.

But it’s way too early in the season to count the Wildcats out. Coach Snyder has faced adversity many times during his illustrious career and he’ll put an improved team on the field this Saturday at Snyder Family Stadium.

with the experienced and talented Alex Smith. After the boring preseason games, KC fans are eagerly awaiting Smith’s debut.

It’s vital to get off to a fast start and the Chiefs have a good opportunity to do that. However, unlike college football, there are no easy games in the NFL. The prediction here is that Kansas City will come away with an opening game victory.

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summer’s final fling Huge holiday turnout at Lake Scott Sunny skies and only a slight breeze provided an ideal setting for visitors looking for their final escape of the summer at Lake Scott State Park.

A light shower on Saturday evening wasn’t enough to turn people away as electrical hookups and primitive camping sites were nearly filled to capacity during the three-day weekend.

The park had an estimated 3,800 visitors from Thursday night through Monday, according to Park Manager Greg Mills.

That was down from the typical Labor Day average of about 4,500 visitors.

“But it was one of the best revenue weekends we’ve ever had for Labor Day weekend,” says Mills.

He says the higher revenue was possible because more people arrived on Thursday and stayed through Sunday.

That was the case with Brad Hatfield, Sharon Springs, who arrived with his grandchildren on Thursday night and wasn’t planning to leave until Monday.

“I’ve lived in this part of the country for 40 years and I come here a lot,” says Hatfield. “I enjoy this more than anywhere else I go.

“The fishing is pretty good, the grand kids like to swim and the people here are really nice.”

Twenty-one-month-old Ian Campbell enjoyed swimming for the first time in Lake Scott with his father, Logan.

“The last time we came here was about four years ago,” said Logan, who lives at Dighton.

The family had been building a deck at his mother’s, Lisa Campbell, in Dighton and decided they needed a day off.

“This is a beautiful place. I don’t know why we don’t come here more often,” said Lisa.

According to Mills, the utility sites were 100 percent full for the holiday weekend. There were very few primitive camping spots available.

While attendance was down, Mills noted “we’ll take the smaller crowds with fewer problems. We had a great weekend.”

He said some of their normal attendance may have opted for a weekend at Cedar Bluff Reservoir. The park manager at Cedar Bluff reported a number of Finney County vehicles.

“Those are people who want the water sports,” said Mills.

“But outside of Cedar Bluff, we had a bigger revenue weekend than anyone else in Western Kansas.

“It’s pretty impressive the number of people we draw for a 100-acre lake.”

Labor Day weekend scenes at Lake Scott State Park (clockwise, from top): The lake’s rocky bluffs provide a backdrop for fishermen and paddle boaters on Sunday afternoon.

Ian Campbell, 21 months, enjoys his first swimming lesson at Lake Scott with his father, Logan, of Dighton.

Riding the trail that circles Lake Scott are (front to back) Deb Meuth, Dana Nodine, Freda Barber, Dr. Paige Ayers and Linda France.

Two youngsters enjoy the swimming area at the Lake Scott beach.

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Scott Co. crop insurance claims hit $32M Extreme weather forced the Federal Crop Insurance Program (FCIP) to pay out a record-breaking $17.3 billion in crop losses during 2012, according to the Natural Resources Defense Council.

Crop producers in Scott, Lane and Wichita counties collected just over $69 million in Federal Crop Insurance claims.

Scott County farmers received $32,749,696.

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Cargill invests $48M in DC plant Cargill is investing $48 million in a new automated order distribution system at its Dodge City plant.

Construction will begin during the fourth quarter of 2013, with the new system scheduled to be operational by the spring of 2015.

The new order distribution system, capable of holding approximately 155,000 boxes of beef, will be housed in a new 62,000-squarefoot building.

This will increase boxed beef capacity at Dodge City by 130,000 boxes.

3 winners in Ks. wheat yield contest

Three Kansas wheat farmers have each earned $1,000 by winning their respective regions in the 2013 Kansas Wheat Yield Contest.

•Ron Ohlde, Palmer, won the Central Region with a yield of 93.57 bushels per acre with the Westbred variety Cedar.

•Leland Johnson, Westmoreland, won the Eastern Region with a 78.7 bushel per acre yield from the Kansas Wheat Alliance variety Everest.

Chuck Downey, St. Francis, won the Western Region by getting 70.05 bushels per acre from the Syngenta variety SY Wolf.

Cattle on feed tumbles

The number of cattle on feed in U.S. feedlots as of August 1, at 10 million head, dropped six percent below that of a year ago, marking the 12th straight month of year-to-year declines.

The decline was considerably larger than many analysts expected.

Placements into feedlots during July, at 1.72 million head, dropped by 10 percent compared with July 2012. Several analysts had predicted an increase in placements prior to the report.

Drought accounted for 95 percent of the crop losses in Scott County.

Total claims paid out in Wichita County were $18.71 million while Lane County producers received $17.59 million.

Kansas had more than 19,436,263 acres planted to crops last year and received $1.36 billion in federal aid due to crop losses. Of that, $1.27 billion was drought-related.

“Most farmers carry Federal Crop Insurance, which is subsidized by the federal government and serves as the primary risk management tool for farmers, yet the Federal Crop Insurance Program does little to help prepare farmers for the challenges of climate change,” says Claire O’Connor, NRDC agricultural water policy analyst.

“Unless farmers be-

come more resilient to increasing weather pressures, this already large federal program is primed to spiral out of control,” she says.

With extreme weather conditions such as drought expected to become more common, record-breaking insurance payouts will likely continue to increase.

“However, widespread adoption of crop-loss

prevention methods that build soil health and improve water management on farms can limit these losses,” O’Connor says.

From 2001 to 2010, crop losses averaged just $4.1 billion a year, making the 2012 record-breaking FCIP payouts “even more staggering.”

The NRDC analyst says the FCIP has “failed farmers and taxpayers by ignoring water challeng-

es.”

“The program was designed to be a safety net, not a subsidy for increasingly risky practices and less sustainable food production. We need to empower farmers to invest in low risk, water-smart practices that are proven to reduce crop losses.”

NRDC’s study, “Soil Matters: How the Federal Crop Insurance Program (See CLAIMS on page 29)

Sifting through GM confusion We’re living in what many are calling the “information age.” Yet, confusion reigns over many important issues, and our easy access to information - and misinformation - helps fuel that confusion.

Biotechnology is a classic example of divergent opinions, information and propaganda that produce confusion among consumers.

A new study from United Kingdom-based PG Economics, for instance, says, “Crop biotechnology has consistently provided important economic and production gains, improved incomes and reduced risk.”

curb the use of such technology.

Last month, federal legislation was proposed that would require food manufacturers to clearly label any product containing genetically modified organisms (GMO) - or risk having that product classified “misbranded” by the Food and Drug Administration.

Sen. Barbara Boxer (D-Calif.) and Rep. Peter DeFazio (D-Ore.) introduced the “Genetically Engineered Food Right-To-Know Act” to the Senate and House of Representatives.

“Americans have the right to know what is in the food they eat so they can make the

Ag Commentary Greg Henderson associate publisher Drovers CattleNetwork

The authors note that in the 16th year of widespread adoption, “crop biotechnology has delivered an unparalleled level of farm income benefit to the farmers, as well as providing considerable environmental benefits to both farmers and citizens of countries where the technology is used.”

Despite such a glowing endorsement of biotechnology and its benefits to agriculture and food production, there’s a growing sentiment in the United States and elsewhere to

best choices for their families,” Boxer said. “This legislation is supported by a broad coalition of consumer groups, businesses, farmers, fishermen and parents who all agree that consumers deserve more - not less - information about the food they buy.”

Although there is no indication in the bill that GMO foods are unsafe, the implications are clear that many see them as harmful - either to the environment, to humans, or both.

Such an implication plays on emotion and defies scientific research, which the Food and Drug Administration relied on when it approved GM crops.

(See CONFUSION on page 29)

Net farm income projected to rise 6%

Net farm income took a step backwards in 2012, however the latest forecast by the USDA predicts an increase of six percent, or $6.8 billion in 2013.

The forecast for this year’s net farm income is $120.6 billion, a slight improvement over $118 billion in 2011 and $113.8 billion in 2012.

This year’s expected

Record corn projection good for cattlemen Prospects for a bumper U.S. corn crop this fall have brightened the outlook for farmers who raise livestock and depend on the commodity for feed.

The latest USDA forecast projects corn production at 13.8 billion bushels, up 28 percent from the drought-stricken 2012 crop. If realized, this would be a new record output for U.S. farmers.

At the same time, USDA predicted that 12.7 billion bushels of this year’s crop will be used - including for feed, food, fuel, seed and export - up from 11.2 billion bushels last year. Feed usage alone is projected to be about 15 percent higher than last year.

This puts projected ending stocks at more than 1.8 billion bushels, compared to 719 million bushels in 2012.

Corn prices are expected to decline from the 2012 marketing-average of $6.95 per bushel to a projected $4.90 per bushel this year, said Todd Davis, an economist with the American Farm Bureau Federation.

net farm income is almost double the net total of $60.4 billion from 2009.

The forecast for this year’s net farm income is expected to be the second highest since 1973.

Net cash income this year is expected to decline by over 10 percent, losing $13.5 billion compared to 2012. The lower cash income is a result

of higher cash expenses, which the USDA predicts will total $13.4 billion this year.

Total expenses are expected to reach $354.2 billion, the highest yearly total on record, led by higher rent, labor and feed costs.

Farm sector assets, debt and equity are all forecast to increase in 2013 with

Market Report Closing prices on September 3, 2013 Winona Feed and Grain Bartlett Grain Wheat.................. $ 6.84 Wheat.................. $ 6.84 White Wheat ....... $ 7.14 White Wheat ....... $ 7.14 Milo (bu.) ............ $ 5.48 Corn.................... $ 6.25 Milo (bu.)............. $ 5.48 Corn.................... $ 6.25 Scott City Cooperative Wheat.................. $ 6.84 White Wheat ....... $ 7.14 Milo (bu.)............. $ 5.48 Corn.................... $ 6.10 Soybeans ........... $ 14.57 Sunflowers.......... $ 18.70 ADM Grain Wheat..................

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assets outweighing debt pushed by higher land values.

The USDA reports both the debt-to-asset ratio and debt-to-equity ratio are expected to reach historic lows.

Livestock cash income statements are forecasted to be almost five percent higher in 2013, increasing by $8.5 billion to $180.1

billion.

Cattle production value is expected to slip by less than one percent, to $66 billion. That will be offset by 4.7 percent boost in hog production, to $23.2 billion.

Cash receipts for crops are expected to fall 5.5 percent to $211.1 billion, marking a $12.4 billion fall from 2012.

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Fed: some US farmland values surge more than 25% Farmland prices in key U.S. crop regions surged more than 25 percent over the past 12 months as demand for land remains strong despite a decline in farm income, according to two Federal Reserve bank reports.

Prices paid for irrigated cropland in a central U.S. region that includes Kansas, Nebraska, Missouri and Oklahoma

jumped 25.2 percent from a year ago.

The jump marks the ninth consecutive quarter in which irrigated cropland values have risen more than 20 percent year-on-year.

Non-irrigated cropland rose 18 percent on a year ago, while ranchland rose 14 percent, the report said.

Gains were weaker for ranchland, particularly in Oklahoma and some

Bugs can cut methane on the ranch

Claims

Some argue the best way to reduce greenhouse gasses is by decreasing livestock production and eating more bugs, but one study shows it is possible to cut methane by keeping a particular insect around the farm.

Research from the University of Helsinki finds beetles living in cow pats may reduce emissions of methane, a gas associated with global warming.

Science Daily reports much of the methane from livestock enters the environment with every cow burp, but some escapes from dung pats.

The study shows beetles tunneling through those pats aerates them, easing anaerobic conditions and preventing carbon dioxide from converting to methane.

Tomas Roslin, head of the research team explains the impact of the beetles in preventing the release of methane from cow pats and why carbon dioxide is easier to manage than methane.

“The question is rather in what form it is released. If carbon is first taken up by plants as carbon dioxide, then emitted in the same format by the cows eating the plants, then the effect of plants passing through cattle will be small in terms of global warming.

“But if in the process the same carbon is converted from carbon dioxide to methane - a gas with a much higher impact on climate - it is then that we need to worry.”

A concern the research team identified is that many dung beetle species are declining.

Ag Calendar Sept. 11: Horticulture Night at Colby, (785) 462-6281.

Sept. 12: Horticulture Night at Hays, (785) 625-3425.

Sept. 26: Beef Stocker Field Day at Manhattan, www.KSUbeef.org or call (785) 532-5427.

Oct. 8: Ag Lenders Conference at Garden City, (785) 532-1504.

Should be Reformed,” includes an interactive crop loss and weather map at www.nrdc.org/water/ your-soil-matters detailing crop losses countyby-county in all 50 states in 2012, when more than 80 percent of agricultural lands nationwide suffered drought.

The report finds that American farms, particularly in the Upper Midwest and Great Plains, were primarily impacted by three major forms of extreme weather in 2012 - drought, heat and hot wind, all of which are expected to increase in the future.

The top 10 states with the largest overall crop insurance payouts due to drought were: • I l l i n o i s : $3,011,443,799 •Iowa: $1,924,444,160 • I n d i a n a : $1,130,302,660 • K e n t u c k y : $454,380,256 • M i s s o u r i : $1,098,310,111 • W i s c o n s i n : $372,479,370

mountain states, because persistent drought has left pastures in poor condition.

In the Midwest and in some Mid-South states including Arkansas and parts of Missouri, Mississippi, Tennessee, Kentucky, Indiana and Illinois, prices paid for quality farmland rose 20.6 percent over the last year to $5,672 per acre on average.

ment options for the price rises.

Still, there is a growing sense that values are nearing, or have reached, a peak.

While most bankers expected farmland values to remain at current levels, an increasing number of bankers responding to a survey by the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City felt farmland values may have peaked.

Compared with previous surveys, fewer bankers expected farmland values to keep rising. Among those expecting values to fall, most thought the decline would be less than 10 percent.

The Kansas City federal reserve district encompasses key wheat-producing states and large cattle and livestock production areas.

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•South Dakota: $1,029,780,352 • K a n s a s : $1,273,662,944 • N e b r a s k a : $1,427,738,976 •Texas: $974,548,606 Analysis reveals the key causes of crop insurance payouts by the USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA), and examines the systemic flaws in RMA’s program, which fails to account for risky farming practices that create extreme weather vulnerabilities and ignores the risk-reducing value of healthy soil.

The report outlines solutions for a crop insurance reform pilot plan that would build soil health to help climateproof American farms, and would reduce government and taxpayer costs by encouraging farmers to become more resistant to weather-related risks, says O’Connor.

“The pilot, which would not require legislation, would offer reduced premium rates to farmers who adopt proven soilbuilding management

Confusion Clearly, the federal government is sending mixed signals to consumers. On one hand, the FDA has approved the use of GM crops and the food produced with them. On the other, Congress is ready to consider mandatory GM-labeling legislation that would be expensive to implement and likely only provide further confusion to consumers.

Another report issued this spring highlights consumer skepticism, especially of “greenwashing.”

That’s the term many are using to describe the “concept that gives companies a chance to cash in on consumers who want to help the planet but are confused by all the ecofriendly jargon,” according to Mike de Vere, president of the Harris Poll.

Americans’ preference for environmentally friendly products is often distorted by incorrect perceptions, and those misperceptions are often evident in food products.

For instance, recent research shows that organic produce and meat typically aren’t any better for you than conventional

The gains come even as farm income in many states is declining, in part due to reduced wheat production revenues and losses in the cattle sector, according to the Kansas City report.

The reports are based on surveys of bankers, who pointed to the overall wealth of the farm sector, the current low interest rate environment and a lack of alternative invest-

(continued from page 28)

varieties when it comes to vitamin and nutrient content, but more than half of Americans (51 percent) believe that organic foods are healthier than nonorganic.

“Where farmers have been given the choice of growing GM crops, adoption levels have typically been rapid. Why? The economic benefits farmers realize are clear,” said Graham Brookes, director of PG Economics, coauthor of the report.

“The environment is also benefiting as farmers increasingly adopt conservation tillage practices, build their weed-management practices around more benign herbicides and replace insecticide use with insect-resistant GM crops. The reduction in pesticide spraying and the switch to no-till cropping systems is continuing to reduce greenhousegas emissions from agriculture.”

Emotion and misinformation, however, fuel our confusing reaction to advancements in technology that are critical to agriculture sustainability and food security.

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practices that sustain productive crop yields and result in greater water infiltration, less farm runoff and reduced flooding,” she says.

“Farmers can apply their own skills to build healthy soil, reduce the worst effects of climate change, and rein in the skyrocketing costs of this program,” said Gabe Brown, Great Plains farmer and soil champion.

“Healthy soil is one of the most effective and timetested insurance policies we have.”

These best management practices include cover cropping, conservation tillage and improved irrigation scheduling: Cover crops: crops grown with the specific purpose of building soil health and increasing biodiversity on farms focused

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on growing major commodity crops.

Farmers who used cover crops in 2012 averaged higher yields than farmers who did not, according to one recent USDA survey.

The yield benefit from cover crops was most pronounced in the areas hardest hit by the drought, demonstrating the importance of cover crops to drought-proofing fields.

No-till farming: a soil moisture management method when farmers plant directly into the stubble from the previous year’s crops, rather than plowing up this residue.

The protective stubble serves as mulch that retains soil moisture, suppresses weeds and increases a field’s capacity to grow high-yield crops.

In 2010, corn farmers who used no-till were 30% less

likely to file a crop insurance claim than conventional tilling corn farmers.

Improved irrigation scheduling: a simple altering of often fixed irrigation times, whereby farmers apply adaptive irrigating schedules based on frequent examinations of soil health.

This improved efficiency could help farmers avoid some supply constraints that cause losses during dry years. In 2012, irrigation supply failures accounted for more than $14.7 million in indemnity payments.

Over 282 million acres of cropland - making up at least 70 percent of the nation’s total cropland - are insured under the Federal Crop Insurance Program, a public-private partnership between the RMA and 18 private insurance companies.

The FCIP is the most expensive farm subsidy program, and serves as the primary risk management tool for farmers to prepare for potential crop loss, including weather-related risks.

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Unity and Hope Mon., Wed. and Fri. • 8:00 p.m.

Berning Auction “Don’t Trust Your Auction to Just Anyone”

For all your auction needs call:

(620) 375-4130

Russell Berning Box Q • Leoti

Northend Disposal A garbologist company.

Scott City • 872-1223 • 1-800-303-3371

807 Kingsley Last Sat., Birthday Night, 6:30 p.m.

All open meetings, 874-8207 • 874-8118

Tuesday • 8:30 p.m.

United Methodist Church, 412 College A.A. • Al-Anon, 872-3137 • 872-3343

Dighton

Thursday • 8:30 p.m.

535 Wichita St. All open meetings, 397-5679 • 397-2647

school diploma/GED and valid drivers license required. Applications and complete job description: w w w. a n t h o n y k a n s a s . org. 620-842-5434. EOE. Open until filled.

–––––––––––––––––––– TRY SOMETHING NEW. Positions open now to travel U.S.A. Earn great $$$ and have fun.

All training, travel and hotel paid. $350-$800/week.

1-877-261-0592.

–––––––––––––––––––– NOW HIRING. Truck driving school instructors.

JOIN CRST’s brand new training school in Cedar Rapids, Ia. Relocation assistance provided. Call 866-397-7407; email: sandersen@crst.com.

Homes BRANSON MISSOURI foreclosures: Maintenance free, great location, perfect second home.

1, 2, 3 bedroom condos off Hwy. 76. Starting at $69,500. For info packet: 417-243-2210; dfast@ bransonUSArealty.com Get an on-line subscription for your college student

Legal Aid ARE YOU A 45-79-yearold woman who developed diabetes while on Lipitor? If you used Lipitor between December 1996 and the present and were diagnosed with diabetes while taking Lipitor, you may be entitled to compensation. Call Charles H. Johnson Law, toll-free, 1-800-535-5727.

Classifieds

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Buy, sell, trade, one call does it all 872-2090 ot fax 872-0009

Berry Realty • 872-5700 1102 S. Main, Scott City, Ks 67871 www.berryrealtyonline.com

Great Business

Margie Berry, Broker • 872-5700 Tracy Chambless, Sales Assoc. • 874-2124

Classified Ad Deadline: Monday at 5:00 p.m. Classified Ad Rate: 20¢ per word. Minimum charge, $5. Blind ad: $2.50 per week extra. Card of thanks: 10¢ per word.

Minimum charge, $3. Classified Display Ad rate: $5.50 per column inch. Classified advertising must be paid in advance unless business account is established. If not paid in advance, there will be a $1 billing charge. Tear sheet for classified ad will be $1 extra.

Business

Rentals

INDIVIDUAL OFFICE SUITES from one to four rooms available for lease. Leases starting at $250/month including utilities. Common areas available for use including reception and break rooms. Perfect for quiet small business or climate controlled storage.

Former location of Scott City Chiropractic, 1101 S. Main. Call 214-3040 for information.

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HIDE AND SEEK STORAGE SYSTEMS. Various sizes available.

Virgil and LeAnn Kuntz, (620) 874-2120.

41tfc ––––––––––––––––––––– PLAINJANS has houses and storage units available to rent. Call 620-872-5777 or stop by PlainJans at 511 Monroe.

28tfc ––––––––––––––––––––– TRAILER SPACE AVAILABLE for 16x80’, 14x70’ and double-wide trailers with off-street parking. Call 620-8723621.

45tfc ––––––––––––––––––––– HOUSE FOR RENT. Two bedroom. Clean, nice neighborhood, sprinkler system. No pets. Call 8722894 or 214-1820. 04tfc

For Sale BEAUTIFUL, LIKE NEW floral divan. Less than 1/4 the price of new. $250. Corinne Krebs, 872-3103.

52tfc ––––––––––––––––––––– QUINSTAR ROD WEEDER like new. 41 ft. Contact Calvin Kruse, Box 185, Scott City. (620) 872-3616.

03t2p ––––––––––––––––––––– PAINTBALL EQUIPMENT masks and guns.

Call Chris, (620) 4999175.

03t2c ––––––––––––––––––––– FUEL TANKS two 1,000-gallon tanks with pumps and one 240-gallon pickup tank with pump.

Call Jay Hillery, 2140775.

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Notice LOST 10 HEAD brahman cross heifer calves, brand capital A on right hip, ear notch. Mostly red, few yellow and blacks.

Seen 1 mile south of Tom Yager, also Dodge Rd. north of 96, and also county line 96. Call Irvin Yeager, 402-990-2014 .

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Agriculture

Help Wanted

WANTED TO BUY. Stored corn. Call for basis and contract information.

1-800-579-3645.

Lane County Feeders, Inc. 32tfc ––––––––––––––––––––– WANTED TO BUY. Wheat straw delivered.

Call for contracting information. Lane County Feeders. 397-5341. 44tfc ––––––––––––––––––––– CERTIFIED SEED WHEAT. Byrd, Brawl Cl., TAM 112, TAM 304, T158, T163, T153, Duster.

Also triticale and blends.

Vance and Tanner Ehmke, Amy, Ks. 620-397-2350.

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SCOTT COUNTY Hardware Ace, is looking for a self-motivated, hardworking, person for customer service and cashier.

Bilingual a plus. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and work evenings and weekends. Apply in person at 1405 S. Main, Scott City.

02tfc ––––––––––––––––––––– PART-TIME HOUSEKEEPING for Marz Hotel. For more information contact Roy after 1:00 p.m. at 872-2164 or stop by in person.

04t2 ––––––––––––––––––––– NORSE ELECTRIC is looking for an experienced office assistant.

Must be able to multitask, knowledgeable with Excel. Knowledge of Access a plus. Bookkeeping experience a must. Please contact our office at 620872-7123.

04t1 ––––––––––––––––––––– HOME DAILY! Eagle Express Lines. Full-time postal route openings from Oakley to Denver, Colo., and Topeka! $20.27 plus $4.93. Health and welfare. Apply: www. eagleexpresslines.com 04t1

Services WANTED: Yards to mow and clean up, etc. Trim smaller trees and bushes too. Call Dean Riedl, (620) 872-5112 or 8744135.

34tfc ––––––––––––––––––––– FURNITURE REPAIR and refinishing. Lawn mower tune-up and blade sharpening. Call Vern Soodsma, 872-2277 or 874-1412.

36tfc ––––––––––––––––––––– MOWER REPAIR, tuneup and blade sharpening.

Call Rob Vsetecka at 620214-1730.

36tfc ––––––––––––––––––––– METAL ROOFING, SIDING and TRIMS at direct-to-the-public prices. Call Metal King Mfg., 620-872-5464. Our prices will not be beat!

37tfc –––––––––––––––––––– MARY MAID CLEANING service has one opening left for the Scott City area. Call 620-8741486.

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Real Estate RENOVATED 4 BEDROOM HOUSE for sale.

Brand new kitchen, new wood and tile floors, beautiful lighting throughout, french doors leading to a spacious backyard and patio, DA garage, main floor laundry, partial downstairs with half bath. Serious inquires call Dale Holterman, 620-8741100.

01tfc ––––––––––––––––––––– HOUSE FOR SALE IN SCOTT CITY. Wellbuilt home on double corner lot. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Lots of builtin storage. Over 2,400 square feet, plus 3 season screened porch, double attached garage. Established yard with underground sprinklers.

620-353-9933.

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We are accepting applications for a part time sales position.

Must be interested in providing excellent customer service and gift wrapping. Send resumè to mail@giftsetcks.com or 424 Main Street.

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Garage Sales Friday/Saturday, Sept. 6-7 Huge Sale

210 W. 9th, Scott City Thursday, Friday and Saturday

Furniture, crafts and lemonade too!

Garage Sale

610 N. College (in the alley) Friday: 4:00-8:00 p.m.

Saturday: 8:00 - noon

Items left over from last weekend plus more.

Furniture and household items.

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Employment Opportunities Help Wanted

Part-time front desk clerk. Varied hours.

Applications available at: Best Western El Quartelejo Inn and Suites 1610 S. Main St. Scott City, KS 67871 • 620-872-7373 Best Western El Quartelejo Inn and Suites is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Park Lane Nursing Home “Quality Care Because We Care” Has openings for the following positions: Part-time Housekeeping Part-time CNA/CMA Part-time Dietary aid/ Cook Shift differential offered for evening and night shifts!

Please apply in person at: Park Lane Nursing Home 210 E. Parklane Scott City, KS 67871 Or visit us at our website: www.parklanenursinghome.org Needing drivers and yard help.

Scott City, 872-3485 or 1-800-942-7411

Fill out application and return to human resources.

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