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Prescription drug sting Local informant leads to $1.6 million seizure of cash in Kansas City By Deb Hadachek Telescope editor The Republic County Sheriff’s Office is hoping for a $161,000 windfall soon, their share of a $1.6 million seizure of cash and property in Lenexa which the Drug Enforcement Agency claims came from a prescriptions-forcash operation. DEA filed a civil suit in US District Court in November against James R. Webb Jr., DO, asking the cash, guns, seven cars and other property owned by Webb be forfeited to the government. Court records indicate that civil suit is stayed through July 31 because of a parallel criminal investigation underway. Webb

does not face criminal charges at this time. The Republic County sheriff’s office received about $3,700 this week, the first installment from assets seized as part of the investigation. Sheriff’s deputy Eric Brunner said Republic County authorities provided a confidential informant who worked with an undercover agent in Kansas City to lead to the seizure from Webb. Brunner said federal DEA agents and Kansas City authorities had been investigating Webb for more than a year. An individual charged with possession of prescription drugs in Republic County told local law enforcement agents where the drugs had been obtained, he said, and agreed to cooperate with the DEA. “Officers Andrew Bates and Kade Odell met a DEA agent from Kansas City at a training they attended,” Brunner said. “We

called up that agent and asked if they had heard of this physician.” Brunner and Bates transported the confidential informant to and from Kansas City. For their part in the investigation, the Republic County department stands to receive 10 percent of the value of the assets seized. Prescriptions for Cash According to documents filed in US District Court, the DEA began investigating Webb in late September 2010 for alleged illegal distribution of controlled substances by writing prescriptions outside the normal course of professional practice. The civil suit alleges Webb wrote prescriptions for controlled substances without a legitimate medical need and received cash in return for the prescriptions. The DEA executed a search warrant September 6, 2011 at Webb’s medical office, Sports Medicine Consultants in

Lenexa. The affidavit alleges that Webb admitted to selling illegal prescriptions for drugs like oxycodone, oxycontin, hydrocodone and percocet. The case also alleges that Webb admitted he did not see any patients for any other purpose or treatment. The DEA seized the $1.6 million in cash from a safe located at Webb’s parent’s house. The vehicles seized included four Mercedes Benzes, a Porsche, a Mazda CX7, and a GMC Yukon Denali. Informant Key Some individuals obtained the prescriptions for their personal use, but Brunner said others would allegedly have the prescriptions filled and then sell them to a “middle man” at a shopping mall. Brunner said the confidential informant that played a part in the case has since moved from Republic County, and successfully

Royer to liquidate collection of antique appliances

Economic development says ‘definite interest’ shown in industrial park

By Amy G. Hadachek Special to The Telescope

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Share Seized Money Eleven departments stand to share in the seizure of assets, based on their involvement in helping facilitate the investigation. Republic County’s share is 10 percent. The DEA stands to receive 20 percent, Johnson County Sheriff 16 percent, and Lenexa Police and Overland Park Police 15 percent. Smaller percentages will be given to other law enforcement agencies in the metro Kansas City area. Republic County Sheriff Ron Blad said there are some restrictions on how the money can be used. It will likely be used to purchase equipment or vehicles for the sheriff’s department, he said.

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Coming out in the wash (machine)

Whether it’s prewash, stonewash, washables or washcloths, the washing machine is soaked in purpose. After 45 years of buying a myriad antique washers, dryers, and refrigerators, Leonard Royer has enjoyed it all, but says it’s time to give his museum-like collection, a new home. Popularly known as just “Leonard,” the longtime owner of Leonard’s Appliances in Belleville, is putting his period appliances, up for bid this Saturday, June 16, , at 10 a.m. at the Republic County 4-H building in Belleville. His sale will coincide with the Mid-America Cruise-In Car Show. Royer, his son Tim Royer, and longstanding business partner Vonda Cooper will continue to provide new refrigerators and freezers, washers and dryers to the public. However, regarding the staggering array of collectables he amassed in his prime business years; Royer is hanging it all out to dry; saving none of them. “I’m selling it all,” declared the dyed-in-the-wool businessman in his raspy Midwestern twang. Royer accumulated an eyeopening line-up of intriguing appliances, including a 1961 allin-one washer-dryer, a wooden washing machine dating back to 1915, and even a 1936 marble refrigerator. “The main reason I’m selling… my wife and I went to a lot of washing machine sales and bought an antique washer every year for over 40 years,” Royer shared. “But I’m 82 years old, my wife Betty passed away two years ago, and I’m just… ready to let it go.” Royer, who was married 60 years, also has a ringer washing machine known for grinding meat and churning butter, and he’s got a 1941 Kerosene refrigerator. “I’m even finding things

completed rehab. “I can’t believe with all the people who live in the Kansas City area, it was our informant who helped them gain access to this physician,” Brunner said.

By Fred Arnold Telescope publisher

Mid-America Cruise-in this Saturday

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Classic cars of every make, model and year will once again drag bumper to bumper down M ST in Belleville as Doane Sells hosts his 30th anniversary edition of the Mid America Cruise-In at the Crossroads this Saturday, June 14. The Million Dollar Parade of Wheels kicks off at 11:30 a.m., followed by a show and shine and games--including a cryptic “Crab Rangoon” event--in the Belleville City Park from noon to 4 p.m. Last year’s event drew more than 250 cars and thousands of spectators to Belleville, and Sells says entries have already come in from as far as the Dakotas and Oklahoma.

Playing the field Donations to pay for new irrigation system on football field By Deb Hadachek Telescope editor The USD 109 board of education got the good news Monday night that donations will almost entirely pay for new $12,500 underground irrigation system on the Republic County High School

football field, with the lion’s share of funds coming from the 1995 State Championship football team. Brad Couture, RCHS athletic director, presented a $9,000 check to board president Kevin Milner during the board’s regular meeting on Monday. Couture said the check was on behalf of the alumni association, in particular the members of the 1995 football team. “It’s something people have wanted to do for quite a while,

and now we have the private funding to do it,” Couture said. In addition, the Republic County High School Booster Club provided $2,000 towards the project, and Couture said a group of volunteers plan to clean the grandstand after six races on the Belleville High Banks this summer to complete the funds needed for the project. The bid for the project was awarded to Performance Lawns See SPORTS Page 14

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The fingers are crossed. Maybe even the toes. Republic County Economic Development Director Jenny Russell said something good may be in the works for Belleville. But she just can't say right now; the timing isn't right. '"I'd love to be able to share more information with you," she told the Telescope Monday night. "But we're going to have to wait just a little longer." Russell spoke before members of the Belleville City Council Monday and updated them regarding the stance of a new building and tenant in the City's Industrial Park. "One of my least favorite things about economic development is the lack of instant gratification," she said. "One of my favorite things is being able to report on progress and I hope to have good news to share with you at month's end." Russell said she wasn't able to list the specifics other than to say there is definite interest by an industry in having a building constructed for them which would bring more jobs to Belleville. "If everything works out we would see an immediate direct impact to the local economy of between $1.9 and $4.2 million." "We're just all going to have to be patient a little longer, I've got my fingers crossed," she told the Telescope. Also on Monday Russell updated council members on other activities being conducted by the RCED. They include: * Working with local property owners to open up rental properties within the county, citing a shortage of available housing. * Continued work on trying to get a truck stop and convenience store to locate along the US 81 corridor. * Working to recruit more See RCED Page 10

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Much about doing nothing By Deb Hadachek Telescope editor I actively ignore the Kansas Legislature during session, because most of the discussion is much ado about nothing. After all the proposals, posturing, and politics, the final decision in the 11th hour looks little like anything discussed in January. The theme of this year’s Legislature, however, might have been much about doing nothing. After a total inability to come to an agreement about new district boundaries for Congressional, senate and state representative districts, the task was thrown to a panel of three federal judges. The judges, to their credit, were able to do in three days what the Legislature couldn’t accomplish in more than three months. Whether the results are good for western Kansas--which these days, includes us--is yet to be seen. Reapportionment is required every 10 years after each new US Census. The purpose is to make sure each district represents roughly the same number of people. Some states use non-political commissions to divvy up the population, something perhaps Kansas should think about after the 2012 chaos. The worst part of the fiasco is that with the new districts announced on Thursday--and the filing deadline on Monday--potential candidates in the new districts had little time to decide to throw their hat in the ring. On the down side, the Big First Congressional district which traditionally encompassed most of western--and rural--Kansas, now includes the city of Manhattan. As home to Kansas State University, you could argue that city has more interest in rural areas and agriculture than most. You could also argue that with the weight of population tilted to the more urban east, it will be more difficult for rural voices to be heard. Incumbent Tim Huelskamp, Fowler, will be the only candidate on the ballot. The state senate and house districts proved to be more of a fruit basket upset. In the house, Republic County moved east, from district 109 to 106. Some candidates, like Republic Democrat Nick Levendofsky, suddenly found petition signatures they gathered in some counties were no longer valid. Republic will join Washington and Marshall counties in 106--and that change will put incumbent Republicans Clay Aurand, Belleville, and Sharon Schwartz, Washington, in the same primary. On the Senate side, Republic county is now part of the 36th district, a conglomeration of 11 whole counties and parts of two others. That district will stretch from the east half of Phillips County to the west half of Marshall County, and as far south as Russell County. Only two choices made the deadline: Elaine Bowers, Concordia, and Kyle Abbott, Smith Center.

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School patrons deserve an answer in vandalism By Fred Arnold Telescope publisher The time for patience is over. The time for a thorough investigation is past. It has been a month since the band room at Republic County High School was broken in to and thousands of dollars worth of damage to the building, electronic and band instruments was done. The USD 109 school board learned last week that a claim for replacement value of the instruments, carpeting and other items totaling $62,000 has been submitted to the district’s insurance carrier. A most heinous, intentional act, worthy of the highest level of contempt indeed. And during the time, silence. Nary a peep from local law enforcement officials who say only that the investigation is on-going. Imagine if you will crickets chirping, dead quiet all around. It does seem that nothing regarding this case is going on, let alone moving forward. Our high school deserves better. Band parents, students and district patrons deserve better. At the very least we all deserve an answer. It has been long enough. At this point locals need to know if charges are going to be filed (and against whom) or not. It is amazing to think that it has taken a month to complete an investigation and determine if charges will be filed in connection with the destruction of band instruments. We can only shudder how long it might take for something like, say a murder investigation, arson or any other larger class felony for charges to be brought up. The Belleville Police Department wants to maintain they are a relevant force in our community. After all, it hasn't been all that long since discussions were taking place about a possible merger with the sheriff's department. The Telescope would like for nothing better that local law enforcement to be able to justify that relevance. But in order for that to happen there needs to be a measure of proactivity on their part. Taxpayers need to see something happening in the afore-mentioned case. At the very least we all need to know whether charges are going to be filed or not. It is said, "silence is golden." But not in this instance.

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What we do when it doesn’t rain Chance, the Wonder Dog, and I had a busy weekend. Friday evening, the cherries were ready to pick on the tree my husband told me was dead. Actually, it was half-dead. The living side of the tree was loaded with blossoms this spring, although my husband opinioned that the fruit would be too birdpecked to be worth picking. Ignoring his advice, I worked on gathering the cherries I could reach from the ground. Chance stayed glued to my side while I worked, watching attentively. Soon, I noticed him reaching up with his mouth, and picking the cherries he could reach from the ground. He immediately spit them out, which leads me to believe he probably agreed with my husband in regards to the quality of the cherry

crop this year. But, a cup of sugar works miracles with even the tartest cherries. My husband admitted being glad I didn’t listen to his advice as he ate cherry dumplings this weekend. I told the story about Chance picking cherries to some friends who were also around to sample the dumplings. My friend stopped mid-fork full and asked “These aren’t the cherries the dog picked, are they?” No, I assured him. But I may have failed to mention the dog slobbers Chance contributed to the bucket as I pitted them on the back porch. Heh, heh, heh. --Saturday night, I noticed Chance chewing on the rain gauge. “Stop that,” I told him,

The Good Old Days

and he complied, although he just laid by the empty rain gauge staring sadly at it for quite a while. Which, was pretty much the same thing my husband did this weekend. --With no measurable rain in sight, I broke down and bought a baby pool for Chance on Saturday. First, he stepped gingerly into the water and just stood there. Once the water warmed up Sunday, Chance decided he had his very own doggyday-spa in the yard, and regularly flopped down into the water. Note to self: Just because the picture on the box features three small children playing in the pool, doesn’t necessarily mean it will be large enough for one large dog to fit comfortably.

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Who’d want to stay in the house all day?

Seeing the swimming pool teeming with kids splashing around brought back fond memories of my younger days as a kid when I would have been one of them. We didn't have computers or fancy electronic games. The closest we had was Pong, which you played on the television. After dragging out the huge box you had to hook up to the television along with the hand controls, you were ready to play the exciting game that consisted of keeping the little square bouncing around the screen from going off the bottom by moving a rectangle back and forth along the bottom of the screen. You could be entertained for minutes, The swimming pool was the place to be. Only the 'big boys' got to go up on the high dive. You were a 'big boy' when you went up to the top and jumped off, not chickening out and climbing back down the ladder. The first jump off the high dive was straight down, feet first. If you had baggy swim trunks, you'd have to

adjust them down from being shoved up around your armpits while you came up for air.

We could never go to the pool until an hour after we had lunch. Parents preached to us about not swimming right after you eat because we would drown or something. My parents had a solution to this 'hour after' problem-I could leave a half hour after eating but I had to ride my bike to the pool, they weren't taking me. You always went to the pool with a little money to get snacks but most of us, always kept a dime for afterwards. We would go straight to Harber's Ice Cream, (where the Boyer Museum is now), to get a whirl whip. The younger generation has no idea what a treat they missed being born AH--After Harbers. Harbers had the best ice cream ever. You could add any flavor you wanted, (peanut butter added to vanilla being one of the most popular.) You got a nice sized cone for a dime.

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Another thing I got into when I was a kid was having those Estes Rockets. My dad started me on them with the beginner kit and I took off from there. I went through several of them because I'd always test the limits of them. I had a kit full of rockets and those firing engines. I would take the rockets out in the country and fire them off all day. You spent a majority of the time chasing after them, but it sure made a fun day. As a kid, I always had a lot to do, without sitting around the house. In fact, the house was the last place I wanted to be. We started off early in the morning and continued well into the night. If we would have had computers back then, we probably would have used them as a floating device, tried to see how far they would fly with hobby rocket engines strapped to them or better yet, sold them to someone for Harbers whirl whip money. Those were the good old days.

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Cuba woman encourages support for digital mammography June 9, 2012 Dear Editor: I would like to see the Republic County Hospital be successful in their endeavor to upgrade to digital mammography. This is a very important step to help diagnose and treat breast disease. Digital mammography provides health care providers better clarity and visibility or one may say a “clearer picture”. The digital mammograms are stored in computers, therefore they can easily be sent electronically for quicker viewing by the radiologist for analysis. Having been diagnosed and treated for breast cancer, I feel very passionate about this upgrade for our wonderful hospital. Early detection is the best chance you have to beat cancer. So please join me in sending a letter of support for tax credits for the upgrade to digital mammography at republic County hospital Remember the deadline for your letter of support is June 25. Thank you. Lesley Popelka Cuba

Hospital needs support letters for tax credits June 4, 2012 Dear Editor Last year the Republic County Hospital submitted an application for $140,000 of Kansas Department of Commerce Tax Credits. This would allow the Hospital to raise $200,000 for the purchase of new digital mammography equipment. Digital mammography is new technology that provides for faster turn-around time of results, fewer recalls for repeat studies and better resolution of dense breast tissue. This technology has become the standard of care for mammography and if Republic County Hospital is going to be able to continue to provide this service to our patients, our physicians feel, and we agree that we must make this upgrade to our equipment now. We would ask you once again for help with this project by writing us a letter of support for our application. Last year 72 applications were received by the Department of Commerce and 22 projects were granted tax credits. We were ranked number 26. We requested that Department of Commerce review our application and tell us how we could increase the strength of our application. The one area that we were lacking was in letters from individuals or businesses indicating that they would give towards this project. The committee grading the applications expects to see 10% or more of the requested tax credits committed at the time of application. Funding for this project through the Department of Commerce is the same as the Blair Theater used in past years. Contributions for this project are eligible for a 70% tax credit from the State of Kansas. If awarded, we will be able to raise funds over two (2) tax years, 2012 and 2013 so if you are able to give in both of those years indicate the total amount you plan to give in your financial letter of support. Contributions of commodities and securities are eligible for the tax credits. The commodity is valued at the average of the high and

low price of the commodity on the day of the contribution. That value is what is turned in on the tax credit for to the state and what is given to the donor for their taxes. The due date for the application is July 2, 2012 so we would be very grateful is you would give us your letter of support for the application and/or a letter of financial support if you choose, no later than June 25th. Blaine K. Miller Republic County Hospital Administrator

Red Cross blood drive June 21 at high school Dear Editor: Did you know donating blood can help save up to three lives? That’s because your blood is separated into its components – red cells, plasma and platelets – to treat patients with different needs. Donating platelets primarily benefits cancer patients. When a patient is undergoing chemotherapy, the production of blood cells is affected and the platelet count may drop to a critical level. The American Red Cross invites you to Shake, Rattle and Roll into a Red Cross blood drive May 22 – July 31. You’ll be eligible to win a Gibson guitar, courtesy of The Gibson Foundation. The Red Cross will award eight guitars and 50,000 guitar picks, co-branded with the Gibson and Red Cross logos, during this campaign. As a special incentive for our young donors, anyone aged 16-22 can enter to win a $5,000 scholarship! Plus, high school students are invited to join the Youth Leadership Team and host school blood drives this summer. These students have the opportunity to earn a letter of recommendation from a member of the American Red Cross senior management team and a chance to win a $3,000 scholarship. For more information on the Youth Leadership Team, visit redcross.org/summeryouth2012. Locally, you may Rock and Roll Up Your Sleeves at the below blood drive: Belleville Community Blood Drive Thursday, June 21 from 12 p.m to 6 p.m. at the Republic County High School at 2405 P Street in Belleville. All presenting donors will receive a free t-shirt. Sincerely, Tammy Hunnell Donor Recruitment Rep. North Central Kansas

Carissa Megan Poppe Hastings resident, Carissa Megan Poppe, 21, died Tuesday, June 5, 2012, at Community Memorial Hospital, Burke SD as the result of a one vehicle traffic accident on State Highway #44 north of Burke. Carissa was born on September 12, 1990 to Gregory and Cammie (Steier) Poppe in Hastings. She was baptized on October 14, 1990 at Zion Lutheran Church and was confirmed there in May of 2005. She graduated from Hastings Senior High School in 2009. Carissa was a people person and had scores of friends across the country and in Germany where she visited during her senior year. She left a lasting impression on everyone she met. In June of 2011 she officially joined the family business and obtained her pest control technician license. She travelled and worked alongside her Dad and sister Marsha. On July 16, 2011 she accepted Kyle Finecy’s marriage proposal and was excitedly planning their wedding, which was to be on July 14, 2012. Carissa had many talents, including cooking, baking and writing poetry. She loved animals and considered her dogs her babies. Kyle taught her how to shoot a pistol and she was an excellent shot. She was happiest when she was with Kyle, her family and friends. Her nieces and nephews were especially close to her heart. Whenever Carissa was near there was always a great deal of laughter. We were blessed to all be together on June 2nd for her bridal shower. Carissa was welcomed into heaven by her infant niece, Elizabeth PoppeMeers; grandmother, Evelyn Steier; aunt, Carla Glebe; and uncle, Clarence Holloway. Left to cherish her memory: beloved fiancé: Kyle Finecy; parents: Greg and Cammie Poppe; sisters and spouses: Marsha PoppeRosch and Sam Diaz, Molly Meers and Tim Edwards, Mikaela and David Krueger, Courtney and Cody PoppeWeber; nephews: Matthew Krueger, Nathanial Meers; nieces: Alyvia Krueger, Alexandria Krueger, Kayline Rosch; future in-laws: Clark and Kim Finecy, Devin and Braydon Finecy; grandparents: Verlin andJean Paul, Norman and LaVila Poppe, Elvin Steier. She also leaves behind many aunts, uncles, cous-

ins, her godmother, Loretta Schmidt, special friends Hannah Witt, Evan Goodwin and Jessica Conrad, and many other friends. Services were June 9, 2012 at Christ Lutheran Church, Juniata, Nebraska with Pastor Greg Volzke and Pastor Dan Heuer officiating. Burial in Parkview Cemetery, Hastings NE. Memorials may be given to the Carissa Megan Poppe Memorial Fund. Livingston Butler Volland Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 1225 N Elm AV, Hastings NE 68901 is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be sent @www.lbvfh. com.

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Bernice Scoville Bernice Jane (Crane) Scoville was born July 24, 1917 in Hubbell NE and died June 8, 2012 at the age of 94 years 11 months. She was the second daughter of Frank Ellis and Muriel Marjorie Crane. She was baptized in the Presbyterian Church in Hubbell, and remained a member until it disbanded. She then joined the Methodist Church in Hubbell, Ne. and then the United Methodist Church in Chester. She attended numerous grade schools in the Hubbell area and graduated from Hubbell High School in 1935. She was a Girl Scout, and enjoyed Epworth League. On March 30, 1938, in Washington, she was united in marriage to Daniel James Scoville. To this union five children were born: Marjorie, Jon, Connie, Deborah and Cindy. They farmed together on farm land in Kansas and later bought a farm in Nebraska where they farmed until 1979 when they retired and moved to Chester. She worked for Footes Service part-time. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary. She is preceded in death by her husband Dan, parents Frank and Muriel Crane, sisters Doris Germer and Hazel Kirk and grandson and granddaughter Brandon and Angie Grueber. She is survived by her children: Marjorie and Jim Merritt of Bastrop, LA,

Jon and Leona Scoville of Geneva NE, Connie and Del Wit of Commerce City CO, Deborah and Bradley Grueber of Goehner NE, Cindy and Mike Tipton of Chester; 10 grandchildren, 24 greatgrandchildren and four great-great grandchildren. Funeral services were held June 11 at the United Methodist Church, Chester, NE with Pastor Mark Baldwin, officiating. Interment in Chester Cemetery, Chester. Online condolences and information at www. bachelor-surber.com Bachelor-Surber Funeral Home, Chester, NE is in charge of the arrangements. 38/b

Walter Hamilton Walter Junior Hamilton was born June 18, 1941 at Boscobel, WI to Walter and Belva (Hardy) Hamilton and died Monday, May 14, 2012 at the Grace Hospice Care Center in Madison WI at the age of 70. He moved to the Courtland community in 1992 and worked as a diesel mechanic for Jeff Sothers at C & W Farm Supply. He is survived by daughter Charlynn Hamilton, Sun Prairie, WI; son Shawn Hamilton of Salem, OH; one granddaughter; sister Alice Jones, Raymore, MO; brother Charles, Owens, TN. . A graveside memorial

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Leonard Matson Leonard A. Matson, 96, Clifton, was born May 28, 1915 at Denver CO, son of John and Alma Carlson Matson, and died May 26, 2012 at the Linn Community Nursing Home. He was preceded in death by his wife, Hulda, January 28, 2010; two daughters, Cleora Matson and Eileen Ransopher, a sister, Marie Pinder, and grandsons Cameron and Wiley Blaha. He is survived by three daughters: Jenell and husband Dennis Smith, Wichita, Irma Jean and husband Rod Blaha, Clifton, and Hayley Matson-Mathes and husband Michael Mathes, Honolulu HI; son-in-law, Jack Ransopher, Clyde; six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held May 30 at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Clifton, Rev. Larry Letourneau officiating. Burial in Rusco Cemetery, Washington County. Online condolences at www.nsrfh.com. Turner Funeral Chapel, Clifton, in charge of arrangements. 38/nc

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SLAGLE--A card shower is requested for Ernie Slagle at 1930 Vista Dr. Boulder, CO 80304. He will turn 90 on June 23.

Engagements Grandson plans summer wedding in Branson

GRAY-JENSEN He graduated from the University of Kansas with a degree in human biology and the Cleveland Chiropractic College in Kansas City MO. He is a doctor of chiropractic with Meek Chiropractic in Springfield MO. The couple will wed at Integrity Hills Chapel in Branson MO on July 6.

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Retired teachers to celebrate 60th Jack McChesney and Eleanor Fry were married June 22, 1952 at the Christian Church in Wichita Falls, TX where Jack was serving in the US Air Force. The couple retired from teaching in 1996 and still substitute teach. Their children are Pat (Mac) Obourn of Eureka; Vicki (Dave) Streit of Topeka; Jim (Kathy) McChesney

of Tucson, AZ and Bryan (Lisa) McChesney of Winfield. They have six grandchildren and three great grandchildren. They will celebrate their 60th anniversary with an open house on Sunday, June 24 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Clay Center, KS Christian Church at 1021 Crawford. They request no gifts. 38/p

Larry and Leora (Younce) Rundus will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary on June 17. They were married at the First Christian Church in Anthony Kansas, the bride’s church and hometown. Both were teachers at Satana KS at the time, but they relocated to his hometown, Belleville, in May of 1974. Mr. and Mrs. Rundus both taught at Munden. Mr. Rundus quit teaching to farm, while Mrs. Rundus continued to teach until they started a family in 1975 and then resumed teaching once her boys were

older. Mr. and Mrs. Rundus have been involved members of the Munden and Belleville communities for over 35 years. Presently they are both retired. Their children are Lance Rundus and wife Debi, who serve as missionaries in Ndu Cameroon, Africa and Laine and wife Mellissa who are attorneys in Manhattan. The couple has six grandchildren. Mr. and Mrs. Rundus will be honored by a celebration next summer, when all their children and grandchildren can be home. 38/p

Republic News by Virginia Petersen

Norma Streit celebrates 97th birthday

HIATT-COONS ceived his degree in athletic training from Kansas State University in 2011. The wedding is planned for August 11, at the First United Methodist Church in Belleville.

4-H News PATHFINDERS 4-H The Pathfinders 4-H club met March 9 at Brad and Kristy Shrader’s house. The meeting was called to order by President Brandon Shrader. Caden VanMeter led the flag salute. There were seven members and four leaders. The club received the club charter. The club voted to have fundraisers at an auction concession and bake sales. Program: Ryan Shrader gave a demonstration and Braden Shrader gave a project talk. --Brandon Shrader called the April 14 meeting to order. Marcel Dyke led the flag salute. Roll call was “What are you having for lunch?” There were seven members and five leaders present. The club voted to have the dog show at the fair in the covered arena on Monday, July 30, at 8:30 am. The club have a dog training one

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Couple to marry in Belleville in August April Lynn Hiatt and Casey Robert Christopher Coons announce their engagement. The bride-to-be is the daughter of Tom and Cheryl Hiatt, of Belleville. Grandparents are Roman and Virginia Swiercinsky, Belleville and Geraldine Hiatt and the late Gene Hiatt, Munden. Her fiance is the son of Richard and Linda Coons of Concordia. He is the grandson of Dorothy Revell and the late Orville Revell of Concordia, and Robert and Avalene Coons of Belleville. The bride is a 2008 graduate of Republic County High School. She received her degree in accounting from Kansas State University in 2012. The groom is a 2008 graduate of Concordia High School and re-

Despite sweltering temperatures that hit the century mark earlier in the day, over 135 Republic High School alumni, former teachers and guests gathered on May 26 at the Republic Community Center. As attendees walked into the old Republic Schoolhouse, they were greeted by the sight of new white chairs and round tables, nicely decorated by bright red flowers. The tables and chairs had been purchased with alumni funds and are now available for use at oth-

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Dr. Kyle Jensen and Morgan Gray announce their engagement. Miss Gray is the daughter of Bill and Diane Gray of Marshfield MO. Grandparents of the bride are Ellen Harris and the late Cliff Harris Jr., and the late Bill Sr. and Kay Gray. She is a graduate of Missouri State University with a degree in human biology, and is pursuing a second degree in nutrition and health services. She will graduate in May 2013. She works at the Ronald McDonald House in Springfield MO. Dr. Jensen is the son of Rob and Michelle Jensen of Salina. His grandparents are Bert and Marge Nelson, Belleville, and the late E. Don and Doris Jensen, Courtland.

Alumni purchases new tables and chairs for Republic Center

ter from 2 -4 p.m. You are invited by her children, Elgin and Linda Saunders, Duane and Susan Saunders and Paula and Lonnie Hoops to stop by and wish Vera a happy birthday. Cards and well wishes may also be sent to Vera Saunders, 2626 Wesleyan Drive, Belleville, KS 66935. No gifts please. Your presence is her gift. ---

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time a month until the fair. Program: Caden VanMeter gave a project talk on the steps to build a model rocket. --The May 6 Pathfinders 4-H meeting was held at Rocky Pond. President Brandon Shrader called the meeting to order. Charlie Prothro led the flag salute. Roll was called (favorite ice cream). There were nine members, four leaders and two parents present. The club served concessions at a horse shoe tournament in June. Kay Dyke is in charge of June concessions. The club moved to the city park where they participated in a scavenger hunt with the Discovery and Republic Pioneers clubs. Ice cream sundaes were served and there was free recreation time afterward. Andre Dyke, reporter

Kent, Betty and Dillon Bouray attended a 97th birthday party in Red Cloud for Norma Streit. Monday guests of Glenn and Phyllis Hofts were Darrell Garman, Lacy WA, and Vera Burge. The Do Nothings met at the Treasure Tree in Belleville followed by dessert at TAGS in Scandia. Host was Nadine Adams to Betty Bouray, Pat Dinning and Shirley Johnson. 8-12 bridge club met with Darlene Jensen. Lynn Stenson entertained her bridge club Tuesday.

June 11--Jim and Evelyn Hurley had lunch with Garold and Illene Blazek to celebrate the Blazek’s anniversary. Guests of Jean Farlee were Kim and McKenna Hallgren, Osage City. Vickie Halligan visited Betty Evert. Chris and Jill Fogle, Ryan and Molly were guests of Mary Agnes Johnson and visited Dana Johnson. Mary Agnes attended the 40th wedding anniversary of Bob and Mary Ballard. Noah and Jacob Springer visited Chris Springer.

Fce club News EXCELSIOR FCE Excelsior Family and Community Education met at Zion Evangelical Church in Munden with hostesses Geraldine Hiatt and Josephine Strnad on May 15 with seven members and Judy Kisby as a guest. Huetta Derowitsch opened the meeting with a poem for Mother’s Day. Roll call was an experience with long distant relatives. Leora Rundus gave the lesson on “Loving Long Distance” with ideas for mailing articles to distant families and ways to communicate by email, video

tapes, scanner and old fashioned letter writing. Mrs. Derowitsch announced the next meeting will be with Diane Heiman on June 12 and the group will make plans for the fair booth. The Republic County FCE Spring Tea was April 16 with six members attending. Excelsior received a gold seal for work in 2011. The district recognition day was April 25 at the Treasure Tree, where Excelsior received a State Gold Seal and certificate for 100 percent reporting program of work for 2011.

Happy 40th Anniversary

You set a wonderful example

in life of the values that matter most....God, family, love, honor, commitment. Thank you for teaching us by example.

Love, Lee, Hava, Ben, Asher, Ana, and Henry.

Doug Simms of Belleville; George Eberly of Aurora NE, Barbara Boman Hurley of Hays, Steven Elliott of Gibbon NE, Rodney Petersen of Shawnee KS, and Dennis Erkenbrack of Republic. 45 year Class of 1967 was represented by Alan Daugherty, of San Antonio TX. The Daugherty reunion was to be held on Sunday and many of the family of Elmer Daugherty (Class of 1940) attended. 40 year Class of 1972 had seven members attending: Vic Burge, LeMoyne NE, Kean Dunback, Wamego, Craig Elliott, Courtland; Tom Hofts, Plant City FL, Leslie Ann Johnson Fogle of Plainville, Allen Hurley, Republic; and an afternoon visitor, Sonja Seybold Sutter, Wichita. The oldest Alumni present was Sadie Alma Graham Owens, Wichita, from the Class of 1933. Alumni who had traveled long distances to attend included Ruth Chafer, Atlanta GA; Verlene Veteto, Courtland leads Joyce Parker Bohler, singing at the Republic alumni meet- (1953) Statesboro ing. 50 year class member Doug TX; Jetty Evert, Simms, Belleville, is shown in the (guest) Santa Ana foreground. CA, Leo Stradley (guest) Whittier CA; Mona Novak Janke, er events at the community (1953) Whittier CA; Darcenter. rell “Pinky” Garman (1953) The meal was served by Lacey WA; NaDeane Tallent alum Mike Charles (1960) Jensen, (1956) Oak Harbor and Charlie Dietz of BusiWA, and Evelyn Daugherty ness is Cookin’. Many comof Las Vegas NV and Joan mented that meals at the Levendofsky McKinley, old school cafeteria were (1966) Hazlet TX. nothing like this. Former teachers attendAlumni Joan Osborne ing were Vernon Mai, Linn, Birrell called the business and Beth Habiger Sankey meeting to order. (Class of 1956). She introduced the volDarrell Garman preunteer Alumni executive sented the alumni with a committee: Phyllis Thomas picture of the 1918 RHS Hofts (1945), Lorraine Evert basketball team to be kept (1961) Ken Hurley 1963), in the Alumni Room. Mike Charles, and Judy For the program, Leslie Linden Erkenbrack, (1961) Ann Johnson Fogle (1972) The committee members read a poem she had writwho were unable to attend ten. She and Tom Hofts included Jim Elliott (1966), (1972) presented the long Carolyn Davidson Simms lost Wildcat Banner which (1967); and Charlotte Rahe had been kept in good Nelson (1960). shape by one graduate and Following the business is now on display at the meeting, Mrs. Hofts called Alumni room. the roll and Evert and HurNicholas Levendofsky, ley presented red or white Republic, and his “friend” carnations to the honored Elmer entertained with their classes ending in 2 or 7. jokes and anecdotes about Those honored were the selected alums. Alumni classes following: Committee member Lor70th year Class of raine Evert asked the group 1942: attendees were Vida questions and whoever had Elliott Boman and Glen the best answer received Hofts of Republic, and one of the red flower cenRuth Tuley Chafer of Atterpieces as a prize. Elmer lanta GA. Daugherty received one 60th year Class of for having the most family 1952: was represented by members who had served in Jim Daugherty of Haven KS. the military. Tom Hofts had 55th year Class of 1957 the most unusual job at one attendees were Joan Santime, making games for the key Free of Cleveland OK, Kansas Lottery. Arlo Scarlett of Peetz, CO, Verlene Elliott Veteto Sarah Daugherty Picking (1953) of Courtland led the of Abilene, and Marjorie group in singing several allBrown Baxa, Republic. time favorites. 50 year Class of 1962 The next alumni associahad six members attending: tion meeting will be May 25, 2013.

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The Dirty Little (Open) Secrets Josh Knaub Pastor, Landmark Church, Belleville So the woman left her water jar and went away into town and said to the people, “Come, see a man who told me all that I ever did. Can this be the Christ?” They went out of the town and were coming to him. John 4:28-30 (ESV)

Members of the Narka Rural High School Class of 1962 gathering for a reunion are front row: Joyce Coonrod Dinco, Monroe MI; Karen Holly Travis, Castle Rock CO; Judy Cerny Dugan, Sarasota FL; Vernona Hardenburger Garrison, Spokane WA; Charlotte Hiatt Havel, Belleville; Rita Kvasnicka Orton, Lincoln NE; Mary Lee Polak Piroutek, Smith Center. Back row: Gary Garrison, McCool Jct., NE; Dean Cerny, Fairbury; Marvin Cossaart, Salina; Dennis Piroutek, Smith Center. The only member unable to attend was Rev. Larry Knedlik, Birmingham AL. The class was the last graduating high school class from Narka.

Narka 50 year class meets for events The Narka Rural High School class of 1962 celebrated their 50th year with a dinner and reception May 26 at Acreage Steakhouse in Hubbell NE. Attending were Dean and Carol Cerny, Fairbury; Judy Cerny Dugan, Sarasota FL; Joyce (Coonrod) and Skip Dinco, Monroe MI; Gary and Leanne Garrison of McCool Jct., NE; Charlotte (Hiatt) and Marlin Havel of Belleville; Vernona (Hardenburger) and Don Garrison, Spokane WA; Karen Holly Travis, Castle Rock CO; Rita (Kvasnicka) and Lee Orton, Lincoln NE; Marvin Cossaa-

rt, Salina; Dennis and Mary Lee (Polak) Piroutek, Smith Center. Unable to attend was Rev. Larry Knedlik, Birmingham AL. Others guests were Jim Novotny, Bob and Phillis Bottger, Belleville; Mary Cerny, Narka; Wilma Cerny, Fairbury; Dale and Linda Cerny, Council Bluffs IA, Bob and Sharon Larsen, Manhattan; and Scott, Emily and Wyatt Jensen, Hollenberg. --A “Just for Girls” luncheon for the Narka Rural High School class of 1962

was hosted by Charlotte Hiatt Havel, May 26, at her home in Belleville. The table was covered with a lace tablecloth, and china, crystal and silver that belonged to her mother, Gladys Hiatt. The centerpiece was three pink roses in remembrance of deceased class mates Pat Ann Beeson McNeese, Bonnie Brabec Jensen and Barbara James Patterson. Attending were Joyce Coonrod Dinco, Vernona Hardenburger Garrison, Karen Holly Travis, Mary Lee Polak Piroutek, Rita Kvasnicka Orton and Judy Cerny Dugan.

Narka alumni acknowledge 50th year of school closing

Alumni and friends 1962: Ten of the of the Narka Rural 12 living members High School began of the class congathering for kotaining 16 were laches and fellowship present (see above). at Narka Denton Hall The imporon Sunday, May 27. tance of living in It was noted that a small town and the honored class of the rewards that 1962 would be the are gleaned was last to celebrate its especially brought 50th class reunion to light when Bob as the Narka Rural Slagle of the Class High School closed of 1952 told of its doors at the end being on a ramp of that school term. under a vehicle in Students who were his father’s mestill in high school atchanic shop. He tended the Munden, heard a booming Cuba or Belleville voice asking him schools. if he wanted a $35 The meeting was scholarship to play called to order by football at Fairbury President Loren Mach Junior College. with the invocation Slagle used that by Walter Molzahn, opportunity to comclass of 1954. The plete his post-secmeal was served to ondary education. 72 by Business is Others talked of Cookin’ of Republic. the interest and Lorene Dart Goodrich, Belleville, atDeb McChesney concern that evtended the Narka Rural High School alumni eryone had for the Knox, daughter meeting May 27, represnting the 75 year of alumnus Neva young people in the Hermes, sang several anniversary class of 1937. town. songs. One related The slate of officers of Joe Morton, Lorene Novotny Koukol, and for next year is: President longtime owner of MorRobert Slagle. Robert Larsen; First Vice ton’s Cafe’, telling him he 1957: Three of the five President Marvin Cossaart, “really oughtn’t be doing living members of the Second Vice President Loren class of seven were presthat” when he was careMach, Secretary Sharon lessly riding his bike on the ent: Sharon Brabec Mach, Brabec Mach, Secretarysidewalk--something he has Melvin Edwards and Robert elect Charlotte Hiatt Havel, never done since. Larsen. and Treasurer Sharon The meeting closed with Larry Kosek, who atCoonrod Larsen. plans to meet May 26, tended most of his schoolHonored classes include: ing with this class, was also 1913, and the son “Thanks 1937: Of the 16 total and for the Memories”, with lyrin attendance as a special two living members, one ics rewritten for the occaguest. was in attendance, Lorene sion, sung by Loren Mach. Dart Goodrich. She related her continued activities: playing bridge three times a week and learning to play mahjon. Family members attended with her to celebrate, including Don Garrison, Miranda Garrison, All 1310 19th St., Downtown niece Vernona HardenburgRegular movies Belleville, Kansas • 785-527-8080 er Garrison, great nephew $5.00 Troy Garrison, Ann and adagascar in 3D movies nephew Phil Hardenburger. $8.00 Fri. June 15 – 7 & 9:00 pm 1952: Of the seven total Sat. June 16 –3, 7 & 9:00 pm members, four of the six Sun., June 17 – 3 & 7 pm living members were in Mon., June 18 – 7 pm attendance: Laura Chopp Rated: PG www.theblairtheatre.com Slagle, Darlene Novotny,

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In John chapter 4, Jesus meets a woman with a lot to hide. Or so she thinks. The truth is, everyone in town knows all about her sordid past and her unsavory present. And, while she’s not advertising how bad she is, Jesus is in on the secret. Jesus is always in on the secret. A funny thing happens in this story. When Jesus lets the cat out of the bag and tells the woman the thing she is most ashamed of (that she has had five husbands and is now living with a man she is not married to), she doesn’t outright

reject him. Oh, she changes the subject quickly. But when the conversation comes to an end and she’s left to ponder what it means that a man she has never met knows everything about her, she finds herself asking her neighbors if a man who knows everything she ever did might be worth finding more about. We all have our secrets. And most of us, living in rural Kansas, have dirty little secrets that aren’t so secret. Small places tend to have long memories. As bad as it can feel some days to face people who have seen us at our worst, we have an even worse problem. We live every day in the presence of a God who knows us down to the depths of our rotten little hearts. Nothing is hidden from God’s sight - he’s seen things even worse than the worst moments our friends have seen. What do we do with a God like that? One option is to try to hide. This option has the advantage of having been

tried from the earliest days of human history. But its disadvantage is that it has no chance of working. God sees us even in our most clever hiding places. A better option is to reflect on this fact. If God has already seen us at our worst and still loves us, still pursues us, still offers us his very best - why would we want to hide? Think about the experience of the woman in John chapter four. In the middle of her conversation, she had the awful realization that she was dealing with someone who knew what she didn’t want anyone to know. But after what must have been a moment of horror, she had some time to realize … he knew all along. He knew, and he still spoke to me. That’s you. That’s me. There’s a huge freedom that comes from knowing there is nothing I could do that would put me out of God’s reach. And that freedom allows us to pursue God wholeheartedly without fear of messing things up.

cHURcH DiRecToRY cHRiSTiAn belleville Central Christian Church 24th and O (785) 527-2066 Sunday School 9:30 Worship Service 10:45 Wednesday Night Live 6 pm Pastor Mark Imel baptizer2002@yahoo.com Food for Thought on KR-92 FM 7:08 M-F evAnGelicAl Munden Zion Evangelical Church PO Box 42 785-987-5510 Harvey (Chip) Farnsworth, Pastor Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Fellowship 10:30 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Evening service 6 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed., 8 p.m. AWANA 6-8 p.m. Wed. MeTHoDiST Agenda United Methodist Church 4th and Delmar Pastor Sandra Jellison-Knock 785-325-2314 Worship May through Aug. 9 a.m. Sept. through Dec. 11 a.m Jan. through April 9 a.m. belleville First United Methodist Church 2013 M St, 785-527-5608 (w) 785-955-0322 (c) Pastor Lennie Maxwell pastor@belleumc.org Worship 10:45 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 AM Web: www.belleumc.org Email: belleumc@nckcn.com Republic United Methodist Church 501 Pawnee AV 785-361-2664 Roger L. Walls, Pastor Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Bible Study every Tues. 9 a.m. umcpastor@ruraltel.net courtland United Methodist Church 308 Main St. 785-374-4520 Pastor Kathy Aeillo Worship 9:15 a.m. Wednesday school 3:45 pm Junior High Youth group Wednesdays, 7 pm Scandia United Methodist Church 5th & Cloud Sts. 785-335-2612 Pastor Kathy Aeillo Worship 10:45 a.m. Wednesday school 3:45 pm High school youth group Sundays, 7:30 pm WeSleYAn belleville Belleville Wesleyan Church Pastor Mark McGregor 909 Wesleyan DR Office 785-527-5509 markwesley@nckcn.com

Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:50 a.m. Stepping Stones Preschool Director Traci Dahl 785-527-5315 cATHolic parish office: 785-527-5559 belleville St. Edward 1827 Q. Street 1st, 3rd, 5th Saturday Mass: 6:30 p.m. Sunday Mass: 11:00 a.m. Munden St. George 105 W. Myrza Mass 2nd Saturday 6:30 p.m. cuba St. Isidore 603 Linden Mass 4th Saturday 6:30 p.m. ASSeMblY oF GoD belleville Crossroads Assembly of God Pastor Dennis L. Carey 17th & Q ST Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:30 a.m. 785-527-2780 (office) 785-527-3076 (cell) covenAnT courtland Courtland Covenant Church 505 Republic 785-374-4370 Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. Charles Peters, pastor 620-245-2138 Jake Englebert, assoc. pastor 785-374-4247 Curt Lindberg, chairman ‘785-374-4239 pReSbYTeRiAn little blue River cooperative parish Dial-a-Concern 785-729-3838 or 1-800-557-3808 Pastor Phil Goombi narka/Mahaska 405 Cottonwood/Narka 200 N Maple/Mahaska Joint Worship: 10:30 a.m. Worship in narka in june.

cuba First Presbyterian Church 218 Beach ST Worship: 9 .am. belleville United Presbyterian Church 1713 N ST 785-527-2565 Pastor Denise Group Sunday School/Fellowship 9:30 a.m. (Sept.-Dec.) Worship 11 a.m. Quilting Circle 1:30 p.m. T-Th. Women’s Bible Study 2nd Thursday 2 p.m. lUTHeRAn belleville American Lutheran Church 2304 M ST 785-527-5841 Pastor Judith Wascher Pastor Art Bliese alc@nckcn.com www.peaceparishelca.org Worship 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. bApTiST belleville First Baptist Church Pastor John Lewis 527-2511 20th and J Street Sunday Classes 9:30am Worship 10:30am non DenoMinATionAl courtland Living Waters Family Church 303 Centennial Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:15 a.m. Dwight Garman, Head Elder 785-374-4337 evAnGelicAl FRee belleville Landmark Church Meeting at the Blair Theater 1310 19th Street, Belleville Sunday School 9:30 Worship Service 10:30 Pastor Josh Knaub 527-2683 mylandmarkchurch.com

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County News deeds Filed Warranty deed: Frank G. Spurney Jr. and Jean E. Spurney to David J. Askew and Noretta J. Askew. Fraction of Lot 4, Block 28, OT, Belleville Warranty deed: David J. Askew and Noretta J. Askew to John W. Rhine and Dorothy M. Rhine. Fraction of Lot 4, Block 28, OT, Belleville. Warranty deed: Harold D. Johnson and Betty I. Johnson to Allen D. Johnson and Marcy E. Johnson. Tract in W Â˝ 4-33. Trusteeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s deed: LaVergne McConwell Trust to Edward A. McConwell. Undivided Â˝ interest in SE Âź 34-1-4; S Â˝ NE Âź and N Â˝ SE Âź 10-1-5; E Â˝ SE Âź 23-1-5, W Â˝ SW Âź 24-1-5. Warranty deed: Steven K. Benyshek to Jay Beam and Lynette Beam. Lots 12-22, Block 9, E Â˝ Lots 1-6, Block 10, First Addition, Cuba.

district court criMinal Tracy r. saulenas, Munden, charged with three counts of misdemeanor endangering a child, and misdemeanor attempted obstruction of legal process, alleged to occurred May 19. Bond set at $5,000, trial scheduled for July 13. Michael patrick phy, Belleville, charged with domestic

battery, alleged to occurred May 22. Bond set at $5,500, hearing scheduled for June 25. crystal s. Meyer, Barnes, charged with giving a worthless check on February 15. Hearing scheduled for June 21. orval W. howell jr., lawrence, charged with misdemeanor obstruction of legal process, misdemeanor disorderly conduct, transporting an open container, and stopping in a prohibited area, a traffic infraction, all alleged to occurred May 15. Bond set at $1,500, hearing scheduled June 21. seth hiatt, Belleville, charged with misdemeanor possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia, alleged to occurred May 22. Hearing scheduled June 21. Juvenile dallas a. combs, courtland, charged as minor in consumption of alcohol on April 29. Hearing scheduled July 6. andrew nabity, lawrence, pled not contest to attempted criminal threat. Sentencing June 20. The following individuals were charged as minors in consumption of alcohol on May 22. Hearings on all the cases are scheduled for June 20: aaron swanson, scandia, Tad T. hiatt, Belleville, Gavin stensaas, concordia, Jesy strnad, Munden, Tynan Bar-

clay, scandia, Kayla sly, Belleville.

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The Republic County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department responded to the following incidents from June 2 through June 9.

Stacy Saip, Belleville and Tamika Frye, Belleville, license issued May 30. TraFFic Jose reyes, hutchinson, expired drivers license, $198. richard l. Fine, ochbuie, co, overweight $155. lance lagasse, concordia 72/55 $185. Gerry W. nysten, pueblo co, overweight $150.50. lyle ratzlaff, Galva Ks, overweight $298. darrell reeser, hinsville ar, overweight $263. Todd ohlde, linn, no seat belt $10. rand edward Jochum, Wichita, 91/70 $212. daniel seacat, Belleville, no seat belt $10. richard reynolds, sedalia Ky, expired medical card $155. aaron swanson, scandia, 65/55 $143. Joseph schmidt, Maywood ne, overweight $134. scott a. Bloomer, concordia, expired registration, $98. robert richardson, avon co, 63/45 $191. anthony J. cormier, houston TX, log book violation, $295.

June 27:51 pm responded to a report of suspicious activity in the 200 Block of Main Street in Agenda. 8:32 pm responded to check a vehicle parked at the Hardy Bridge on 10 Road. June 39:36 am assisted a Courtland resident with child custody issues. 12:51 pm assisted a subject with a civil issue in Munden. 1:25 pm received a report of a transient at the Washington County line on US-36 Highway. 1:49 pm responded to remove a dead deer from the roadway a half-mile east of Talmo Lane on US-36 Highway. 4:23 pm responded to a report of criminal damage to property in the 1000 Block of 230 Road. A Republic County Highway Department bridge sign was damaged. The value was reported at $60.00. June 49:59 am transported an inmate from the Cloud County Jail to the Republic County Jail. 1:22 pm received a report of a cow out near the Belleville

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Airport on US-36 Highway. 4:39 pm responded to the 2500 Block of Nickel Road for a theft report. Richard Kalivoda, Cuba, reported two batteries were removed from a farm truck and tractor on his property. The value of the theft was reported at $120.00. 6:20 pm received a report of criminal damage to property from a County Highway Department Employee, advising of damage to barricades, at a bridge site located at 90 Road and Union Road. The value of the damage was reported at $400.00. 8:47 pm arrested a Houston, TX man in the 2100 Block of US-36 Highway for no driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license and speed (80 mph in 65 mph zone.) 9:38 pm responded to the 1300 Block of 60 Road to check a vehicle parked along the road. June 52:54 pm received a report of an injured deer east of 110 Road on Fir Road. 3:34 pm received a report of cattle out near 170 Road and Jade Road. 5:47 pm received a report of a motorist assist on US-81 Highway near Xavier Road. June 66:48 am responded to a car/ deer accident one-tenth of a mile south of US-36 Highway on 260 Road. Janell M. Germann, Clyde, was southbound in a 2009 Buick, when a deer entered the roadway and struck the vehicle. 3:24 pm received a report of a suspicious person at the Courtland Swimming Pool.

Scandia plans flea market Saturday June 16 is the third Saturday Flea Market in downtown Scandia. Set-up is free for all street vendors and food vendors. Many garage sales also going on that day. For information contact Jane Ann Carlgren 785335-3303.

Live simulcast of Sheila Walsh

will hold a bake sale to benefit Share Our Strengthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Great American Bake Sale, a national campaign that mobilizes Americans to end childhood hunger by holding bake sales in their communities. The Discovery event will be held in front of the Blair Theater Saturday, June 16 from 10 a.m. to noon. Funds raised will be donated to the Republic County Food Bank.

Blair to host â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Flying Debrisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

The Church of Christ, 564 East 4th ST, Superior (east of Dairy Queen), will host a Beyond Brokenness live simulcast Saturday, June 23 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Featured will popular speaker-author and Bible teacher Sheila Walsh, comedian Ken Davis and Lisa Harper, with special guest American Idol finalist Scott Macintyre. Advanced tickets are $10, which can be mailed to the church. Admission is $15 day of simulcast. Lunch will be provided. For more information contact Becky, 785-527-0357, or Verlene 402-279-3925.

The Flying Debris Show will come to The Blair Theater this Friday, June 15 at 10 am. This performance is open to all ages. Doors will open at 9:30 am. Tickets are available at the door for only $3.50 per person. For more information contact Jenny at The Blair Theater 785-527-8080 or Blair@ nckcn.com Richard Holmgren learned to juggle in fourth grade gym class. By 1994 Richard began performing The Flying Debris Show professionally. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an hour packed with comedy, zany stunts, and lots of audience participation.

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Belleville Farmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Market will continue through the end of September. Vendors set up Saturday mornings on the west side of the courthouse square from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., and offer a variety of fresh locally grown produce and baked goods, as well as some craft items. Tami Cakes, a customer cupcake baker, will set up inside Leonardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Appliance across the street from the square. Vendors can participate by the week or season. For more information contact Melinda Pierson at the Belleville Chamber Main Street office 785-527-5524.

Preschool story times at library The Belleville Public Library will host story times for preschoolers every Thursday morning at 10:30 a.m. On June 14, Smoky Hills Public Television will present a 40-minute story time using television, books and activities. Each family will receive a book. Activities for Kindergarten through 6th grade are Thursdays at 2 p.m. Some afternoon activities include drama, games, farm and wildlife animals, stunt kites, puppet show, and the comedian/magician, Eric

Vaughn. On June 14, the Washington County 4-H sheep program will present the program. More information is available at the library, 785-5275305. Library hours are Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Washington Co. retired teachers to meet at Linn The Washington County Retired Teachers will meet on Friday, June 29, at 11:30 a.m. at the American Legion Post in Linn. All teachers, administrators and other interested school personnel who were employed in a Washington County school may attend. Luncheon reservations may be made by calling Pauline Hatesohl Lindhorst at 785-562-2935 or Pat Holsch at 785-348-5377. Lunch cannot be guaranteed without a reservation.

June 79:40 am responded for traffic control on US-81 Highway for utility work on power lines near the state line. 3:12 pm received a report of a cow out on K-148 Highway near 100 Road. 3:46 pm received a report of a license plate sticker being removed from a vehicle near Belleville. 5:26 pm received a report of cattle out on 30 Road near Rock Road. 8:58 pm received a report of a horse out along 260 Road near Shady Road. June 83:10 pm responded to a civil dispute in Munden, regarding a fence being installed in the alley, in the 100 Block of South Cottage Street in Munden. 8:34 pm received a driving complaint on a semi, which was northbound on US-81 Highway near Rock Road. June 97:11 am responded to a report of a van, with no license plate, parked in the roadway on 280 Road north of Narka. The vehicle was towed by Meltonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. 9:51 am responded to a car/ turkey accident a half-mile east of 180 Road on US-36 Highway. Eric Jerome, Sherman IL was eastbound in a 2008 Chevrolet, when a turkey flew out of the south ditch and struck the vehicle. During the reporting period, 20 traffic stops conducted and 42 court papers served.

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The Belleville Telescope

A Look At The Past The Republic County Farmers Union is sponsoring a free moving picture show, to be given at the Community Hall. There is nothing to sell, being educational and also showing conditions in Europe. This picture will only be shown at Cuba in this county, so arrange to attend.

Rebekah Lodge remembered The above photo is of the Charity Rebekah Lodge parade float in 1969. Shown from left are Ester Davenport (standing), Clara Belle Jones, Carol Seaman, Flossie Rasmussen and Ada Belle Tallent. Also on the float but not pictured were Anthony Seaman, John Ward and Charlie Tallent. The Rebekahs were part of the IOOF (Odd Fellows) lodges. --Photo courtesy Carol Pachta 10 Years Ago From the Scandia Journal June 13, 2002 Moth Invasion Plagues Area These night-flying moth insects are mainly the adult form of the army cutworm with some true armyworm moths. Normally, army cutworms are a problem in the drier western Kansas regions. However, our dry fall has mimicked a western Kansas weather pattern, and has likely contributed to our unusual insect plague. From the Belleville Telescope June 13, 2002 She’s no longer a teenager, but the 20th version of the Crossroads Car Festival in Belleville this weekend will prove there’s still a lot of rock in the event that rolled into Belleville in 1983. Chief car guy Doane Sells, still a kid at heart himself, said spectators can once again expect 500 cars at the show that has become the largest one day car show in the Midwest. The chance to create a second Industrial park in Belleville was brought before the Belleville City Council Monday evening, June 10. Bob Knudson and Rod Woods, representing the Belleville Industrial Committee, said 80 acres of land on the west side of the US8I and M Street intersection north of Belleville may be purchased as an industrial site. --25 Years Ago From the Belleville Telescope June 11, 1987 Over $2,000 in kolaches alone was earned Friday, Saturday and Sunday during the Munden Centennial Kolache Festival. Final dollar estimates on the total proceeds of the three day event have not been figured, but some Munden residents estimate as much as $10,000 may have been raised to fund repairs at the Munden Community Hall. Over 4,000 people turned out for the celebration. The parade Saturday morning exceeded all expectations when more than 160 floats traveled the marked route. Kansas Junior Miss Chairman Mrs. Richard (Charlotte) Childs, members Mrs. Allen (Marcy) Johnson, Belleville, and Julianne Pruitt, Beloit, and Mrs. Jim (Linda) Melton of Belleville will leave for Mobile Tuesday, June 16 to attend activities in connection with the national program. Kansas’s booth at the State

Specialties Party in Mobile will serve 300 tea-sized porkburger sandwiches, Mrs. Childs said this week. The pork has been donated by the Republic County Pork Producers, and whole wheat buns are being donated by Food Mart in Belleville From the Scandia Journal June 11, 1987 The Scandia United Methodist church will celebrate its 110th anniversary June 14. Rev. Jim Fredrickson, son of Clarice and Paul Fredrickson and a pastor of the First Untied Methodist church in Topeka, will bring the message. Rev. Harold Nelson, son of Olive and Otto Nelson, will take part in the service. The 1986 Buick belonging to Mr. and Mrs. Cheslie Boylan of Scandia was struck by lightning on U.S. 81 Highway south of Concordia when there was considerable electrical storm activity in the area. The Boylans were on their way to Gypsum to get combine parts. Mrs. Boylan was driving somewhere south of the radio towers 4-5 miles north of 24-81 junction around 10:30 when a rear tire blew; without any real trouble she drove the car off on the shoulder. The motor stopped so Cheslie asked if she turned off the switch and it was then they found it wouldn’t start again. Checking further, they discovered the antenna gone with a complete burn-out of that accessory. The lights and starter still worked. Ken Ebert of Belleville came along to give them a ride. --50 Years Ago From the Scandia Journal June 14, 1962 The Scandia Community Club met at the City Office Monday night, June 11 for their regular monthly meeting. After, the business meeting the guest speaker for the evening, Pat Smythe, Republic County Agricultural Agent,), was introduced. Mr. Smythe gave us a figure of how many acres there were in Republic County and how many of those were crop land, a figure that surprised some of us present who did not realizet that large or had given it much thought. Mr. Smythe kept us all interested as he went into the work of the 4-H Clubs in Kansas and Republic County. The 4-H Club in Scandia, which goes by the name of Sherdahl Boosters, has a membership of 20 boys and girls. The community leaders are Mrs. Delbert Aspegren and Homer Cardwell. The Scandia Junior Baseball team defeated Cawker City Sun-

day night by a score of 6 to 5 for their second victory against no defeats. Johnny Krob and Dennis Erkenbrack saw duties on the mound, while Bob Carlgren was on the receiving end. The Scandia boys go to Glasco Tuesday night and then are home against Hebron. Admission is 25 cents. Miss Louise Hammer has purchased the stock of the Snack Bar cafe at Norway and took over the duties of the cafe Saturday, June 2. Mrs. Glen Liby has operated the cafe the past four years. The Liby family is moving to Belleville. From the Belleville Telescope June 14, 1962 Republic county wheat prospects were forecast at approximately 23 bushel per acre for the crop, as of .June 9 by the Kansas Crop Reporting; Service. The crop is predicted to be the fourth largest ever in Kansas, despite the hot, dry May that caused early ripening of the wheat. Harvest should be a week to two weeks earlier than normal. A new textbook rental plan for grades one through eight will be inaugurated this fall by School District No. 14, Belleville, according to Robert Butler, Superintendent. In the past Belleville grade and junior high schoolers have purchased their books from local stores. Under the new plan the district will control purchasing and reselling of the books. High school students, however, must still buy their texts at local stores. The second band concert of the season will be played in front of the courthouse, according to director Nelson King. The Belleville Elks Gun Club instituted its new facilities a mile south of Belleville on old 81 with a shoot out attended by entrants from Kansas and Nebraska. Rusty Anderson, Belleville, won the junior class with a total of 93 birds. Stressing the need for a revival of “the fervent patriotism that won our freedom,” Joseph R, Towlen, Exalted Ruler of Belleville Elks Lodge, this week called for a community wide salute to the flag on Flag Day, June 14, The lodge’s observance will be held at the site of the Pawnee Memorial Park and Monument near Republic --75 Years Ago From the Cuba Tribune June 10, 1937

The Cuba band, under the direction of Dr. E.V. Kalin of Belleville, gave their first open air concert of the season last Wednesday night.. During the summer the band will give, their concerts every Wednesday evening, providing the weather is favorable. This year the band has 21 members, all experienced and capable of giving fine concerts. For their work they would appreciate a large attendance at these concerts. The. personnel of the band: Clarinets, Jerry Kopsa, Joe H. Kopsa, Joe V. Havel, S. C. Benyshek, Earl Knedlik. Cornets, Mike Knedlik, Jerry Koukol, Henry Havel, Raymond Trecek, Edw. Shulda, Waldron Workman. Altos, Ed Shulda, Joe A. Svoboda. Baritone, Albert S. Havel. Basses, George A. Jehlik, Leweleyn Carpenter, Wesley Klaumann. Slides, Joe A. Krhounek, Bass drum, Steve Kalivoda. Snares, Duane Jehlik, Elmer Dolezal. Unless we get some goad sunshiny weather pretty soon, it is the opinion of many farmers that much of the wheat will be lost. It has been in great condition hut unless the last rains are followed by some of Old SoJ’s beams, it won’t be so good. It will be hard to get into the fields when the ground is so damp and harvest is only about two weeks off. Maybe we’ll see a repetition of the methods used in 1915, the year when there was so much rain. that beer barrels were used with the binders to get the grain cut. Additional freight train services have been added recently by the Rock Island. There are about 12 extra trains going through here daily, along with the regular ones loaded with the necessary products in Kansas and Nebraska. It is probable many people have not noticed this change. --100 Years Ago From the Narka News June 14, 1912 There will be a Republican Caucus held at the lumber office in Narka Saturday, June 22, 1912, for the purpose of nominating a township ticket. C.D .Cossaart, Com. Advertisement: If you want your money’s worth in madeto measure tailoring, come see the International Display. This is the only place in town you can get measured for this--the finest class Merchant tailoring in America. Priced from $12 to $35. Joseph Bouska, Narka Kansas. Having been hindered in their farming for the past two months on account of storms and bad weather, Judge Elmer Clark of the district court at Parsons dismissed the jury for the present term so that the farmers who were drawn might get in their crops. The court ordered all jury cases, of which there are more than 50, continued for a month. Another good rain Wednesday afternoon, and the prospects for a big wheat crop were never better in Republic County,. Hon. H. N. Boyd was over from Belleville Friday on business and took time to witness the ball game between Narka and Scandia. He said it was the best ball game he has witnessed for a long time. Narka won 6-4. J. W. Shoemaker had the misfortune to step on a sixteenpenny nail Wednesday which passed through the sole of his rubber boot and, penetrated his foot about an inch. He will be laid up for a few days.

Local News Power Plant Batteries Dead, City Dodges Bullet By Fred Arnold Telescope publisher By all accounts the situation was bad. It could have been potentially worse. During his report to members of the Belleville City Council on Monday, Neal Lewis, City Administrator, said power plant officials discovered that all seven batteries at the power plant went dead. “This could have been bad," he said. "But if a storm had come up Saturday and our power went down, we would have not been able to generate power (for customers) clear up into Nebraska," he said. A series of seven batteries are used as backup power to start emergency power operations in the event of an interruption in regular service, according to Lewis. But the city administrator said the problem started,

not with the batteries themselves, but with the charger used to keep the batteries in back-up condition. “That charger is more than 40 years old and for whatever reason it quit working and all of our backup batteries used to fire the power plant were dead," Lewis said. He added that once completely discharged the effectiveness of the batteries has been compromised. He said new batteries at a cost of $3,500 as well as a new charger system at $1,500 will be purchased. "Once we figured out what the problem was we got every charger we could find to get our batteries up again; we were able to get all but one to take a charge,"Lewis said. "Thankfully we didn't need the back-up system, it sure could have been a bad situation."

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The budget hearing for the amended 2011-2012 budget for USD #426 was called to order by President Bryan Rickard at the board office in Scandia June 11. President Rickard opened the budget hearing to discussion. Being there were no questions regarding the budget, the budget hearing was closed. The regular board of education meeting for USD 426 began at 8 p.m. The board voted to make no change in meal prices or textbook fees for the 20122013 school term. A decision was made to approve the purchase of optional student insurance and the district catastrophic insurance from K & K Insurance for the 2012-2013 school term. The district will make this information available to parents regarding purchasing additional accident insurance for their

children. Out-of-district enrollment requests for the upcoming school term were approved for Andrew Blazek, Aubrey Blazek, Lacie Blazek, Danyelle Matthews, Keidra Matthews, Delany McGregor, Gabriel McGregor, Jentry McGregor, Clayton Mendenhall, Matthew Rice, Tristyn Reynolds, Tiana Sothers, Ty Sothers and out-of-district enrollment and transportation request from Paden Johnston and Morgan Shelton. Following executive session, the board approved a contract for Stephanie Baltazor as high school Science teacher and assistant high school volleyball coach; and a contract for Shane Olson as elementary teacher. The board approved an administrative salary increase of 2.6 percent, and a salary increase for classified personnel.

Local veterans tour Washington DC Local veterans toured Washington DC monuments courtesy of the NCK Honor Flight program organized by Concordia High School. Local veterans honored were Gene Leon, Ross Doyen, Lee Doyen, Bo Johnston, Concordia; Paul Nelson, Glasco; Francis Lyne, Miltonvale; David Jones, Harold Elsasser, Bob Smith, Clyde; Dale Barnes, Clifton; Frank Henderson, Washington; Al Havel, Doug Coleman, Tom Walker and Willis Beneda, Belleville. The NCK Honor Flight, an activity group under USD 333, raises money each year to support the Veteran trip. Concordia High School students and other community Guardians accompany the

Veterans to provide assistance, honor the Veterans, and to learn history about the Veterans and these wars and time periods. USD 333 staff members accompanying the trip included Gene Rundus. Team leader is USD 333 superintendent Beverly Mortimer. The Honor Flight organization is non-profit and pays tribute to the Veterans of our country by taking them to visit their memorials in Washington DC, at no cost to the veterans. More information can be found at www.honorflight. org, and additional information about the NCK Honor Flight can be found at www. usd333.com,

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The Belleville Telescope

ThursdAy, JuNe 14, 2012

Main Street Tabernacle

Lots of hard looks

Building where customers once saved dollars repurposed to save souls

School board faces few easy decisions in future By Deb Hadachek Telescope editor

By Amy Hadachek Special to The Telescope The power of prayer is evident in a unique Belleville building, with a new harvest blossoming inside the old Dollar General downtown. As motorists muse over what’s transforming on the outside, it’s actually about what’s going on inside-people, and the building. In a building where once the focus was saving money, Pastor Mike Samples is focused on saving grace. He is overseeing the transformation of the old structure into The Main Street Tabernacle, 1610 M Street, just north of Belleville’s historic courthouse square. His inaugural church service will be Sunday, June 24, 2012 at 11am. The new Kansan is hosting a free “Get Acquainted Community Cook-out,” Saturday; June 23 at 5 p.m. at the new church, the day before debuting his Sunday services in Belleville. “I want everybody to come by. We want to get to know as many people as we possibly can. I just found a six foot wide grill on the internet, and 60 people from my home church are coming up to help serve food and get to know everybody,” said Pastor Samples. Traveling 1,000 miles each way, those 60 people include 30 teenagers and 30 adults. They are chartering a bus from Georgia to support Pastor Samples’ debut sermon in Belleville. Church members decided to use the time in Belleville as their summer teen trip. Accompanied by their senior pastor, the group will stay a week in Belleville to help premier Vacation Bible School and Teen Fear Factor at The Main Street Tabernacle Monday through Wednesday, June 25-27. They will stay at the Super 8 Motel in Belleville. Move down US36 “It’s genuinely a work of the Lord that’s taken place in Brother Samples’ heart, and the burden that he has for that part of the United States. I believe it’ll carry on in his other church plans,” Mike Samples’ own minister Chris Grinstead, Senior Pastor at Greater Heights Baptist Church, Cumming GA, told The Telescope. “The plan is to start the church in Belleville, and then, as God leads, to move on down Highway 36 and start another church there, especially if a town doesn’t have one,” said Pastor Grinstead. “We try to raise the financial support, and, like (Pastor) Michael, we have another young man in mind for the next start-up church.” About 4,000 churches are closing each month in the U.S., according to Pastor Grinstead. “So, we’re believing this is the start of growing other churches across the U.S. As far as Sara and Brother Michael, they’re genuinely faithful about helping people see Christ as their personal savior, and we’re glad to be a part of it.” Pastor Grinstead’s church has a 300 member congregation, but they’ve partnered with nine other churches in supporting Michael Samples. Pastor Samples said he received a calling to move his family from the Atlanta, GA suburb of Cumming, , to Kansas. He packed up with

PASTOR MIKE AND SARA SAMPLES his young wife Sara and newborn baby daughter, moving away from Cumming for the first time. Cumming, while considered a suburb of Atlanta, is 40-miles from the city. “In May 2010, the Lord began dealing with me about going on a mission trip,” Samples says. He says he was content being an assistant pastor in his seventh year at Greater Heights Baptist Church in Cumming. “I began noticing people from Kansas who were visiting Georgia, which I thought was unusual.” Then he had a vision of tornadoes, and God led him to a specific scripture. “The very next day, my scripture reading was Jeremiah 51:1… Thus saith the LORD; Behold, I will raise up against Babylon, and against them that dwell in the midst of them that rise up against me, a destroying wind. “The part that stuck out, was the Lord was going to raise up against me, a destroying wind. I threw up my hands and said, ok Lord, and I do know the Lord has burdened my heart and that I need to be in Kansas.” Discovered Belleville How the pastor found Belleville, or how Belleville found him reads like a chapter in the Bible. “I traveled across Highway 36; praying for God to show me what city to select,” he says. “The answer was revealed-Philippians 1:6 has a been a verse that’s stuck with me throughout everything; moving to Belleville and this church: Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you, will perform it until the day of Jesus.” Two families he had never met before arrived out of the blue at the old Dollar General building to help with the construction. \ “I knew I had all this work to do, but didn’t have anyone to help me. Then, two weeks, before I moved to Belleville, a pastor in El Dorado, KS; who I’d met at a missions conference, called, asking how we’re doing and was there anything else that needed to get done. Then, another pastor in St. Joe, MO., who I’ve never met, sent someone to help us. “They’ve been such a blessing to us, and helping us finish. That was one of the biggest things that happened to us.” Donations jumpstart Samples said he received a $7,000 donation from his church, and donations from churches in Kentucky and Tennessee helped jump-start his mission. He received three donated heating and air conditioning units for the old building. The sanctuary walls have been primed and painted. Three women, including Samples’s mother, are coming to Kansas June 19,

to finish painting 40 metal chairs, Forty banquet chairs were purchased to match. “All we’ll need to do is buff the floors. We also want to take that white tin off the front that the Jack and Jill Grocery store had put up, and show the original look of the building, and give it a nice facelift., “ he says. We’re trying to help the community make Main Street – look good again.” Independent Baptist The Main Street Tabernacle is an independent Baptist church. “We’re not a part of the convention, although we have relationship and fellowships with other Baptist churches,” Samples says. Instead of just two speakers in the front that could blast out the front row, The Main Street Tabernacle is using a surround-sound system; like a home theater. Three days before the sanctuary opens for services, Pastor Samples will turn 31. “Our baby is (our parents) first grandchild, and they were heartbroken when we moved, but they want me to do what God wants me to do,” the Pastor says. “We do skype,” (video chat through the internet.) “ What I’ve seen in Belleville, is a representation of what life should be like,” says Sara Samples. “Friendly people, especially having a baby – it’s nice to put her in a stroller and walk right to the post office,” adding, “There’s no traffic.” The church’s planned tenn program, Fear Factor, Samples said, is about exercising faith, even if you have a little bit of fear. “When you step out in faith and you don’t know where it’s going to come from, like me – coming here, I didn’t know where the money would come from, but the Lord is providing. You have to look fear right in the face, and trust God.”

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Several projects in progress Continued from Page 1 workers to come to Republic County, particularly in the field of welding. * Following up on details which would implement business signage along Highway 81 in Belleville, directing motorists to the business district along US 36. * Noted there are two Belleville businesses who are in the process of retiring and RCED is seeking a retirement transition package that would keep those businesses open within the community.

“We’ll have to take a hard look at that in the future” was the mantra on many fronts when the USD 109 board met June 11. The statement applied whether the board was talking about a proposed bond issue to expand facilities, or low participation numbers in some sports (see related story). The board scheduled a special meeting for noon on Wednesday, June 20, to hear a report from bond attorney Steve Sjogren on the financial impact of a proposed $12 million bond issue to create a K-12 campus on one site at Republic County High School. “The financial information is the last step, and then it’s decision making time,” Superintendent Brian Harris told the board. If the board opts to bring the proposal to a vote, action must be taken at the regular July 9 meeting. School finance Harris said the district will carryover about $750,000 into the new budget year that starts July 1. “That was our goal to transfer a similar amount than we did last year,” he said. “To get to that

point, we had to reduce expenditures, not replace some staff, not make some purchases.” Board member Layne Holmes encouraged Harris to transfer as many carryover funds as possible to the contingency reserve fund, which by state law can equal 10 percent of the general fund budget. Contingency funds can be spent wherever there’s a shortfall, he said, rather than capital outlay, which is limited to building and equipment purchases. “I don’t have faith in the state to give us the money they’ve promised,” he said. “If we find we’re not going to get our state funding in the middle of the year, we have contingency funds to pay salaries and keep operating.” The district levies two mills for capital outlay, but by law could raise that to eight mills without a vote, Harris said. Results of the 2012 legislature played into the board’s conversation Monday night. Harris said while the new school finance package adds $58 to the base state aid the district receives for each pupil, “since 2008-09 we’ve been cut over $600 per student,” he said. “I’m not turning cartwheels over the $58,” he said. “It doesn’t come close to replacing what’s been cut.” The budget signed into law by the governor cuts taxes $4.5 billion over the next six years, he said. “The theory is that economically through new job and business creation, that activity will offset fewer

tax receipts,” he said. “I think it’s a gamble.” Projected enrollment Harris said that as of June 5, projected enrollments for the 201213 school year looks to be down only a half dozen students from last year. “That projection is based on right now,” he said. “Obviously, things can happen in the area that we do not anticipate, that can affect our enrollment negatively or positively.” Over the next several years, projected enrollment in the junior/senior high school will hover at 135, he said, drop to the 120 range for several years, and then increase back to 135 through the 2017-18 school year. So far, the district anticipates 36 to 38 Kindergartners next year, he said. Salary agreement Following executive session, the board approved a 1.47 percent salary increase for teachers and administrators. The increase will cost $29,092, with an average increase of $680 to individuals. The amount paid towards health insurance remains at $4,860 per year. The negotiated agreement includes a retirement incentive provision that is effective for the 2012-13 contract year only, and will expire February 2, 2013. The document also calls for lengthening the school day at the K-6 level five to 10 minutes, and that discussions will be held next year on the supplemental salary schedule.

Royer/ Collection awash with local history Continued from Page 1 that I didn’t know I had,” Royer says. “Back in the day, I bought out a couple of television shops in Belleville, like Virgil White’s Radio Shop, and I’m auctioning-off a 1947 combination TV/radio set.” Noting that some of his collectables work, and some don’t, Royer says they’ll be a perfect fit for someone interested in

restoration. Royer is even washing his hands of running the day-to-day business duties; handing over those responsibilities to Tim and Vonda. “When you’re 82, you don’t run nothing,” exclaimed Royer says. “It’s a fulltime job-- just running myself. “I drink coffee; that’s

what I do,” Royer says. “I drink coffee with the Coffee Club at the Country Club in the morning, and then in the afternoon, I drink coffee at the Bel Villa (Restaurant.) He also enjoys gardening. “I’ve got a tomato garden, but it’s been dry. Tomatoes mainly, a few radishes and peppers.”

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Rock SpRingS 4-H camp was held June 3 - 6, 2012 at Rock Springs 4-H Ranch in Junction city. Thirty 4-Hers ages 7 - 13, along with 3 counselors and 1 camp nurse attended from Republic county. Those attending were: Row 1: Halle Hartner, Heather Hansen, chasity Foutch, natalee Bray, Josiah Field, Erica Sublett. Row 2: Braden Frasier, cody Dahl, Julia Blazek, Terin Rundus, Hayley piroutek, Faith Schintler. Row 3: curtis Hansen, max Filinger, Hunter Hartner, kaylee Bray, macy Rickard, Brayden carlgren. Row 4: Emma morris, Jaren aurand, Blake aurand, kaitlyn Richardson, Sequoia Heinrichs, mason Simmons. Row 5: alexis Hansen, Lasondra aurand, Taylor gardner, mason Runft, Laura collette. Row 6: gina aurand (District agent), Ben Jensen, Lexia aurand (camp counselor), Saren Hobelmann (camp counselor), Zach Brzon (camp counselor), kori Field (camp nurse).

East Elementary students raised $2,800.83 for the American Heart Association by participating in Jump Rope for Heart. At East students played various jumping games for a week in April. Republic County Middle School participated in Hoops for Heart and raised $1253.40 for the AHA. 5th and 6th graders who donated $25 or more played a game of dodgeball during an extra PE period. Top fundraisers were Bobby Clark 5th grader at MS and Ashley Clark 4th grader at East each raised $200. These programs provide a great service learning project that offers students a terrific way to learn about community service and also provides a fun way to support physical education

Hadachek scores well at National Forensics

4-H Youth attend Discovery Days 4-H Youth attending Kansas 4-H Discovery Days gathered on Tuesday, May 29 on the Kansas State University campus to do a nighttime depiction of the 4-H clover. Nearly 750 youth and adult chaperones attended the 88th annual Kansas 4-H Discovery Days: Revolution of Responsibility on the K-State campus in Manhattan, Tuesday, May 29 through Friday, June 1. This ‘hands-on, minds-

on’ event provides youth with a sample of what it is like to go to college and encourages them to explore various careers and educational experiences. 4-H members from the River Valley Extension District included Lindsey Dankenbring, Nicole Diederich, Dennis Kruse, Paul Kruse, Emily Meyer, Jessica Minge, Jordon Ohlde, Ashley Peterson, and David Stuenkel from

Washington County; Andy Anderson, Austin Ebert, Emily Ebert, Josh Keim, Rylee Reed, Jill Vesta, and Laura Beth Yarrow from Clay County; Lanessa Aurand, Lexia Aurand, Bryn Hobelmann, Brooke Jensen, Micayla Pachta, Jaid Runft, Payton Runft, Madison Waite, Bayleigh Whitesell, Jacob Field, Casey Jensen, Nicholas Piroutek, Christian Tipton, and Brandon Zenger from Republic County.

Sheetz, Nick Baxa, and Katelyn Crim. The band preformed during several sessions of the convention. (Over 20 years ago Mr. Carol Couture was the first State Band Director). Members participating in the state chorus were Jesy Strnad and Laura Mead. They also rehearsed one day early and preformed at several sessions. Jesy introduced one of the numbers and Laura sang a

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HaDacHEk RCHS junior, Gary Hadachek, advanced to the second day of competition at the Grand National Catholic Forensics League Tournament in Baltimore, Maryland held on May 26 and 27. Hadachek became the first-ever Republic County High forensics student to make the elite cut to the second day. A preliminary score of 33 was required to advance to eliminations in Hadachek’s event, Dramatic Performance. Anything lower than that score made the cut. Hadachek ended the preliminary rounds with only 20 points. Each of the six events of forensics generally have between 250-350 competitors. That number is cut to 48 at the start of the second day—the octa-final round. Hadachek performed in that round and then made the next cut—to 24—the quarter finals. His score did not allow him to break into the semi-final round. Hadachek was one of ten RCHS students to qualify for the CFL national competition. The team is coached by Debra Krotz.

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Jump Rope for Heart and Hoops for Heart help to educate students on ways they can reduce their risk of heart disease by participating in physical activity and making healthy choices.

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solo. Delegates for the convention were Zach Brzon and Jeff Hadachek. They participated in several committee meetings, participated in a business session, and voted on state officers for next year. Other members attending were Tyler Kasl and Jaden Baxa. The Republic County Chapter placed 6th in the State Safety Program sponsored by Kansas Farm Bureau. The chapter also placed in the Silver division in all three areas of the National Chapter Program, which consists of activities in Student, Chapter, and Community Development. The members attended a hypnotist show with some of our members being in the act. Stetson Junek was recognized for receiving a Cargill Scholarship which is part of the National FFA Scholarship program. Four members also received their State FFA Degree. Those members were Bryce Pachta, Stetson Junek, Michelle Cottenmyre, and Bret Filipi.

standards. The school also receives gift certificates for PE equipment based on dollars raised. The certificates will be used to purchase playground balls, jump ropes, hula hoops, ect.

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FFA members attend state convention Ten members of the Republic County FFA Chapter attended the 84th State FFA Convention in Manhattan on May 29th to June 1st. Four members participated in the State FFA Band which consists of members from throughout the state of Kansas. They arrive and rehearse one day before the convention starts. Members from Republic County were Gustin Pachta, Waylon

aSHLEY cLaRk anD BoBBY cLaRk were the top fundraisers for the american Heart association Jump Rope for Heart held at Republic county East and middle schools.

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FoR ReNT: One bedroom Elderly apartments. Grandview Apartments - Eastview Terrace. Apply at 1815 24th or call 785-5275730. Equal Opportunity Housing.

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1325 26th st saturday June 16 8-12pm clothes, books, garden tools, topper for small pickup, lots of misc.

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Yard sale 928 M st Friday, 6/15 4pm-7pm saturday, 6/16 8am-12pm Lots of misc., clothes from toddler-3xl, scrub tops 3xl, electric heaters, skill saw, Nascar collectables, Rooster & Indian collection, coats, bedding Something for everyone

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A Progressive, State of the Art manufacturing company in Hebron, NE seeks experienced machinists for several 2nd shift positions, to oversee the operation of Okuma Mills and Lathes. Manufacturing experience is preferred but will train the right candidate. MetalQuest offers a competitive compensation package that includes comprehensive medical, retirement, etc. For more information visit www.metalquest.net and select “Careers” or call 402-7687300 ext. 110. 35-38/b

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Friday, June 15th 4-7 pm sat, June 16th 8-11 am Little Tikes toys, barbie dolls, queen size headboard, twin size headboard, sofa, glider, Lazy Boy recliner, desk, solid oak bench, girls clothing (2T14), Jr. girls clothing, boy’s clothing, some women & mens clothing, & lots more. Hobelmann, Sheets, and Waite 38/b

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Accountant Wanted CAH Hospital is in need of an assistant accountant. Will report to the CFO. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and basic knowledge of accounting principles are necessary. Healthcare accounting experience is desired. Full-time position working Monday-Friday with benefits including health insurance, vacation, sick leave, and matched pension contributions. Must have good people skills, able to work independently and with others. For more information about the Clay County Medical Center check us out at www.ccmcks.org. Print an application from our website or pick one up at the Clay County Medical Center; P.O. Box 512; 617 Liberty; Clay Center. Postoffer drug screen and physical required. CCMC is a Tobacco Free Facility and an EOE.

UsD 109, Republic County Schools, Belleville, KS is taking applications for three coaching positions: assistant boy’s high school football, head high school girl’s basketball, and assistant girl’s high school basketball. Applicants should send a letter of intent to Brad Couture, Athletic Director, Republic County Junior & Senior High School, 2405 P Street, P.O. Box 469, Belleville, KS 66935 or email to bcouture@usd109.org. For more information contact USD 109 at 785-527-5621 or 785-5271324. USD 109 is an EOE.

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Seeking a reliable, self motivated individual to help with Seedstock cow/calf and farming operation along the Nebraska/Kansas line. Primary duties will be within the cattle operation. Insurance is provided and salary is based on experience. Submit resume and references to: rippe@rhelectric.net or mail to Duane Rippe 6775 Road D Hubbell, NE 68375. Home Phone: 402-324-4176 Cell Phone: 402-200-0096 38-39/b

oTR/cDl DRiveR Minimum Two Years Experience Required. Good Pay. Vacation Pay. Bonuses Home Often Family-run Flatbed Company Call Norman Caudy. 402-768-6134 37-40b

help WANTeD: Country Place Senior Living in Belleville is looking for a cook to work 6am-2pm every other weekend and an on-call LPN. Please apply in person or call Terri or Janet at 785-527-5300 to request an application. Country Place Senior Living 530 23rd St. Belleville, KS 66935 EOE 37-38/b

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shady cottage Belleville, Ks 66935 Part-time/Full-time Position Weeknight shift: 3-10pm w/ 10pm8am night support (able to sleep) Weekend shift: Sat. 8am-3pm; 3pm-10pm plus night support Sun. 8am-8pm Job is taking care of adults with disabilities in a group home. Must be female, 18 years of age or older, current drivers license, pass all background checks with NO felony convictions. If you have applied in the past, please reapply. Call Samantha at 785-527-2729, leave message.

Eastview Terrace (2001 21st Street) has 2 vacancies for elderly, disabled or under some conditions, a near elderly tenant. For more information, call Belleville Housing Authority office at 785-527-5730. HUD, Equal Opportunity Housing

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•A progressive, locally owned and operated agricultural business in the Belleville, KS area is looking for a Preventative Maintenance Mechanic. •Applicants must be able to work with older to late model farm, irrigation, and trucking equipment. Candidate would perform a variety of tasks including, implementing and keeping maintenance records and schedules, and general mechanic work on a wide variety of equipment. •We offer excellent benefits and compensation package commensurate with education and/or experience. Please reply with resume and/ or cover letter to: Box 1000 c/o The Belleville Telescope, 1805 N ST, Belleville KS 66935 32TF-b

help WANTeD: Assistant at Golden Belle Haven (Dishwasher, Janitor, Assistant Cook). Part-time. Experience helpful but not required. Apply in person at 1212 18th ST or call 785-527-5951. Church People Concerned Foundation. EOE

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IN THE DISTCRICT COURT OF REPUBLIC COUNTY, KANSAS FRED HAWKINS and MARGARET HAWKINS, PLAINTIFF vs. JAMES CABRON, DEFENDANT CASE NO. 12-CV-05 NOTICE OF SUIT You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the above entitled action by the above named Plaintiffs and that you must answer the Petition of the Plaintiffs, so filed in said Court, on or before the 12th day of July, 2012 or said Petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered against you, the nature of which the Plaintiffs will be granted a monetary judgement against you in the sum of $5,220.24 plus statutory interest and any other expenses of the lawsuit; that you are in default on the Installment Contract of Sale dated July 27, 2009; that the Plaintiffs be determined the owners of the real estate described in said action and that you be forever barred and foreclosed from any and all right, title, interest and equity in and to the following described real estate: The East 69 feet of the West 138 feet of the South 100 feet of Lot Four (4) of Block Eight (8) of Hogin’s Addition to the City of Belleville, Kansas and for such other and further relief as to the Court is fit and proper in the premises. Fred Hawkins and Margaret Hawkins Plaintiffs Frank G. Spurney; S.C. #05402 of SPURNEY & SPURNEY 1910 M. Street; P.O. Box 427 Belleville, KS 66935 (785) 527-2666 Attorneys for Plaintiffs (Published in The Belleville Telescope, June 14, June 21, June 28, 2012) IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF REPUBLIC COUNTY, KANSAS Probate Division In the Matter of the Estate of DARREL L. EKSTROM, SR., Deceased Title To Real Estate Involved Case No. 12-PR-23 NOTICE OF HEARING The State of Kansas To All Persons Concerned: You are hereby notified that a peti-

tion has been filed in this court by Doris C. Ekstrom, executor of the estate of Darrel L. Ekstrom, Sr., deceased, praying that the foreign will of Darrel L. Ekstrom, Sr., deceased, be admitted to probate and record in this court; that no administration of this estate is necessary; that the will be construed; and that the followingdescribed property be assigned in accordance with the terms of the will: An undivided one-third (1/3) interest in and to the South Half of the Northwest Quarter (S/2 NW/4), less state highway right of way, and the Southeast Quarter (SE/4), less county road right of way, all in Section Twenty-seven (27), Township Three (3) South, Range Three (3) West of the 6th P.M., Republic County, Kansas. You are required to file your written defenses thereto on or before Friday, July 6, 2012, at 9:00 a.m. of such day, in such court, in the City of Belleville, Republic County, Kansas, at which time and place such cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the petition. Doris C. Ekstrom, Petitioner

to file your written defenses thereto on or before June 29, 2012, at 9:00 o’clock A.M. in the District Court, Belleville, Republic County, Kansas, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should you fail therein, judgment and decree will be entered in due course upon the Petition. All creditors are notified to exhibit their demands against the Estate within the latter of four months from the date of the first publication of this notice under K.S.A. 59-2236 and amendments thereto, or if the identity of the creditor is known or reasonably ascertainable, 30 days after actual notice was given as provided by law, and if their demands are not thus exhibited, they shall be forever barred. Duane R. Larkins Petitioner

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forms talking about the lack of nutrition and the large amounts of empty calories in sodas. These messages have encouraged consumers to choose other healthier drink options. According to statistics, this message has begun to get through. In fact, in the last ten years there has been a twenty percent reduction in the number of calories consumed in carbonated beverages. This statistic comes from the Beverage Digest which tracks the soda industry. This means that soda consumption is already dropping without legislation. Soda is not the only drink culprit. Many people have switched to sport drinks thinking that these are healthier options. While sports drinks may have about half the sugar of a similar sized soda, they are loaded with sodium which the average person does not need to increase in their diet. Unless you have been sweating a lot, there is no benefit to a sports drink. They also offer many calories with no nutritional

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value. Fruit drinks are another beverage to be wary of. These drinks may contain some fruit juice, but for the most part are just sugar and flavorings with little other nutrients. They can contain as much sugar per serving as soda and really offer very little nutritional benefits. Basically it comes down to common sense and a little education. Water is the best choice for hydration with no calories and the best health benefits, but the other beverages are fine once in a while and in reasonable quantities. Adding a slice of fruit or even cucumber to your water can add flavor and make it more palatable while you try to break a soda habit. I feel all consumers have the ability to educate themselves on what is best for them and their families and make adjustments where needed. With summer here, hopefully all of us will choose to drink more water to keep us hydrated and cool.

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of Concordia for $12,456. Superintendent Brian Harris said the work to install the system will not begin until after the 2012 football season. Couture said although a low number of students competed in football during the 2011 RCHS season,

because it didn’t work properly.

Wrestling Numbers During a later discussions about a cooperative agreement with Pike Valley for the wrestling and girls softball programs, board members questioned the longterm viability of some of the sports programs. Couture said at the present time, five students from Republic County and two from Pike Valley indicate they will compete in wrestling next year. Eleven wrestlers competed in the junior high program last year, he Belleville High School alumnus Brad said. Couture, (right) who is today athletic “I’d like to director, presents a $9,000 check from the say we’ll have association to USD 109 board president a few more Kevin Milner. The donation, spearheaded come into primarily by the 1995 state championship the program, football team, is to install an irrigation but probably system at the RCHS football field. half of the junior high wrestlers were also more than 20 indicate basketball players,” he said. plans to compete in 2012. “With those numbers, Republic County has strong is there a point we start numbers in the junior high talking again about whether program, which he expects we should have a wrestling to benefit the high school team?” asked board program in coming years, member Donna Ward. “We he said. had 10 boys and 12 girls in The underground system the tennis program, and we will irrigate the field better felt we needed to cut that and more efficiently than program.” the water reels now used. Board member Andrea “It will be a labor saver Fischer pointed out that an and a water saver,” Harris issue with tennis was the said. “huge financial impact” to Several people at Monday repair the courts. night’s meeting said Couture said that the the football field had an independent Republic underground system at one County kids wrestling time, but it was abandoned program, and coach Adam

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Polansky personally, have fundraisers to purchase competition mats for the wrestlers, as well as uniforms. “I think we also have some young men who might not go to school here if we don’t have a program, because wrestling is very important to them,” Harris said. “Then you have to consider the loss of state aid versus the cost of the program.” Harris said he and Chris Vignery, Pike Valley superintendent, discussed a plan where the cost of the shared programs will be assessed to each school district on a per-student basis, rather than a flat fee. The cost to operate a wrestling program with eight students, for instance, is $1,126 per student, he said. Under the proposal, each district would pay the per-student cost for the number of students participating. The cost for softball, if 12 girls participate, would be about $800 per student, he said. The cooperative agreement with Pike Valley extends through the 201213 school year. The board said the programs are safe for next year, but may be up for consideration in following years depending on participation.

League to stay the same

Munden marked its 125th anniversary Saturday with a variety of festivities that appealed to young and old alike. An 87-entry parade was the highlight of the day, featuring a variety of floats, implements and cars. David Zach (center) exhibited the car his father, the late Harvey Zach, restored. The community boasts new street signs along the main thoroughfare recognizing their landmark year (left)

Couture said the that Kansas State High School Activities Association has denied a request by Hoisington, Larned and Thomas-Moore Prep, Hays, to join the NCAA league. “Our league seems solid,” Couture said. “There is no one looking to get out of our league at the moment.”

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