Montgomery County's Day for 'Prosperiti'

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$1.00 PER ISSUE Montgomery County’s day for ‘Prosperiti’ Prosperiti Partners to occupy former Southwire facility in Coffeyville; 120 new jobs probable over next three years

BY ANDY TAYLOR [email protected] COFFEYVILLE — At least 120 manufacturing jobs with a pay scale above the median county wage are coming to Montgomery County. At Monday’s Montgomery Coun- ty Commission meeting, Coffeyville and county official unveiled plans by Prosperiti Partners to locate its new manufacturing plant at the former Southwire Manufacturing facility at the Coffeyville Industrial Park. Prosperiti Partners, which is based in Springfield, Mo., plans to manufacture components for its pre-manufactured, modular housing dwellings at the Coffeyville plant. The company plans to hire 120 workers over the course of three years, with the goal of having the plant in operation by the end of the 2020 calendar year. Production equipment and installation could begin as early as April. The company’s total capital investment will be nearly $20 million, with various state and local economic development incentives being offered to the company. Prosperiti Partners, through its subsidiary Prosperiti Builders, will manufacture the housing components at Coffeyville, with the company using as many local or regional raw materials as possible, said Javier Garcia, Prosperiti’s director of manufacturing. Prosperi- ti’s pre-manufactured modules are Javier Garcia, director of manufacturing for Prosperiti Partners, discusses the company’s plans to manufacture housing components at its Coffeyville then delivered to housing develop- plant. Garcia was speaking at Monday’s meeting of the Montgomery County Action Council. Sitting behind Garcia are county commissioners Larry Mc- ment construction sites, set in place, Manus and Fred Brown. ANDY TAYLOR / MONTGOMERY COUNTY CHRONICLE and prepared for final finishing. The housing units fit the sin- complexes, he said. it ensures reduction in construction chose Coffeyville? Garcia said the periti’s footprint. Additionally, the gle-family housing market as well Garcia said the pre-manufac- materials waste and improves the availability of a large manufac- Coffeyville site has direct access as the multi-density or multi-family tured, modular housing industry timeline for site development. turing facility such as the former to a rail spur, which will assist in dwelling market, such as apartment has proven to be successful because Why did Prosperiti Partners Southwire Manufacturing fit Pros- the delivery of raw materials. The plant’s location to highway access also played a role in the company’s decision, as was Montgomery Coun- ty’s pool of a skilled labor force, he SKO Railroad to receive $27 million federal grant said. U.S. Senator Jerry Moran, R-Kan., on Friday Program. their homes in rural communities rely on rail “We are fortunate to find a facil- announced the Kansas Department of Transpor- Last month, Sen. Moran spoke with FRA transportation to move their products to markets ity that was a great fit for us,” said tation was awarding $27 million for upgrades to Administrator Ronald Batory in support of this around the state and country,” said Sen. Moran. Garcia. “It is a great area, and it the South Kansas and Oklahoma Railroad, which project and also wrote a letter of support last “This grant will allow the South Kansas and hits in all three areas that we were is based in Cherryvale and provides short-line October. This grant will help replace the current Oklahoma Railroad to modernize their railways, needing for a manufacturing facili- rail service to southeast Kansas and northeast rail with heavier rails that can accommodate increasing the speed of transportation and per- ty.” Oklahoma. trains moving at faster speeds and carrying a mitting heavier shipments to be moved across The company also plans to tap This funding was awarded through the U.S. higher capacity. Additionally, these changes will the region. I’m excited for the new economic into the educational and training Department of Transportation’s Federal Rail- help enhance safety, increase efficiency and opportunities this grant will afford our farmers resources at Coffeyville Communi- road Administration’s (FRA) Consolidated Rail reduce fuel usage, Moran said. and manufacturers in rural Kansas.” ty College, where vocational train- Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) “Farmers and businesses that have made ing programs are a main staple, he said. The company will offer jobs that are now “competitive” with most other private industry wages but would be higher than the county median wage, said Trish Purdon, director of the Montgomery County Action Council, which recruited the company in locating its manufacturing plant to Coffeyville. “The economic impact this com-

• see PROSPERITI, page A9

OPINION: News of Prosperiti Part- ners’ arrival, combined with other recent industrial projects, will be a ‘game changer’ for Montgomery County. See page A4

Remember to move your clocks ahead one hour! This weekend marks the time on the calendar when clocks are moved forward one hour due to the start of Daylight Saving Time. Red Ravens bound for NJCAA national tournament Daylight Saving Time officially Players and coaches at Coffeyville Community College pose with the NJCAA Region 6 championship trophy they earned late Tuesday night in Dodge begins at 2 a.m., Sunday. Be sure to City. The Red Ravens defeated the Butler Grizzlies, 83-81, to earn the Region 6 title and punch a ticket to the national tournament. For more details, move your clocks and time devices see story on page B2. PHOTO BY YVONNE HULL / COFFEYVILLE COMMUNITY COLLEGE ahead one hour by that time.

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Luc- submit a paid obituary, contact the Montgomery County She was united in marriage to Tracy Estes, at the Carson-Wall Funeral Home in Parsons, ien passed away on July 5, 2000. In 2001, she Chronicle at (620) 336-2100 or (620) 879-2156. Or, sub- and they later divorced. with Marty Warren officiating. Burial was in married Ray Hemphill. mit an e-mail to [email protected]. Sherrica worked as a home care worker Harmony Grove Cemetery, southwest of Den- Joyce was preceded in death by her par- with Windsor Place Home Care. She also wait- nis. ents; first husband, Lucien; granddaughter, ed tables in her younger years. Memorials are suggested to the Dennis Missy Regnier in 1993; and grandson, Randon Charles Francis She loved caring for people United Methodist Women. They may be left at Regnier in 2012. and her family. She also or sent to the Carson-Wall Funeral Home, Box Survivors are her husband, Ray; children, McCandless enjoyed being with her 942, Parsons, KS 67357. Online messages Bernie (Cindy) Regnier of Bennington, Kan., STILLWATER, Okla. — Charles Francis Mc- dogs and cats. may be left at www.wallfuneralservices.com. Doug (Tasha) Regnier of Black Forest, Colo., Candless, age 73, formerly of Caney, passed Survivors include her and Michelle (Stephen) Loganbill of Cherry- away Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020. father, Larry Medlock of vale; step-children, David (Michelle) Hemphill Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Fri- Cherryvale; sons, Jeremy Joyce (Bartley) and Dawn Ward; seven grandchildren, Ty day, March 6, at Strode Funeral Home in Still- Palmer of Independence, (Rachel) Regnier, Nolan (Kasey) Regnier, Matt water, Okla. He will be laid Katlyn Medlock of Law- Regnier, Laura Regnier, Nick (Sarah) Logan- rence, Kan.; siblings, Larry Regnier Hemphill bill, Trenton (Dani) Loganbill, and Chris- to rest at Sunset Memorial CHERRYVALE — Joyce (Bartley) Regnier Gardens. Strode Funeral (Becky) Medlock of Cher- tine Loganbill; two step-grandchildren, Sam ryvale, Kansas, Curtis (John) Medlock of San Hemphill, age 79, of Cherryvale died Friday, Hemphill and Dalston Ward; and brothers, Ju- Home and Cremation is Feb. 28, 2020 in Coffeyville. handling arrangements. Diego, Calif., Todd (Toni) Medlock of Cherry- nior (Donna) Bartley of Blue Springs, Mo., and vale, Taniena (Rodney) Whittley of Cherry- She was born July 22, 1940 in Miltonvale, Leroy (Betty) Bartley of Clay Center, Kan. Chuck was born to John Kan., to Bernice and Venita (Pitts) Bartley. and LuElla McCandless on vale, Brad (Christi) Medlock of Independence, Funeral services will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and Joyce and Lucien Regnier were married March 7 at the Bennington Bible Church, 824 Oct. 1, 1946 in Tulsa, Okla. Aug. 6, 1958. She was a 1958 graduate of Chuck attended elemen- great nephews. N. Nelson, Bennington, Kan. Burial will follow Celebration of Sherrica’s life will be held Miltonvale Rural High School and in 1973 she in the Bennington Cemetery. Visitation will tary school in Caney be- graduated with honors from Marymount Col- fore moving to Stillwater. 10:30 a.m., Friday March 6, 2020 at Wickham be Friday from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Family Funeral Home, 216 E. 4th, Cherryvale, lege with her bachelor of science in nursing church. He graduated C.E. Donart degree. High School in 1964 then graduated Salina, Kan. Memorials may be given to the Twin Val- Memorial remembrances are suggested In 1983, she graduated with a master’s de- ley Educational Foundation (Randon Regnier Kan., Area Vo Tech with a certification in gree in gerontology from Kansas State Univer- welding. to Kindred Hospice and they may be left or Bennington School Library Fund), or St. Jo- mailed to the funeral home. sity. In 1985, Joyce obtained a nursing home seph’s Indian School, South Dakota, and may He served for six years in the Army Nation- administration degree. al Guard. Primarily, Chuck worked as a pro- be left in care of Wilson Family Funeral Home, Through the years, she served as nursing P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467. fessional welder for 10 years and a glazier for home administrator at several nursing homes over 20 years. Ellen Louise Titus After moving to Texas, Chuck took great CHERRYVALE — Ellen Louise Titus, age 77, pride maintaining facilities at Burkburnett of Cherryvale, died Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020 at High School. His love of animals led to a job her home. Death was unexpected. as a small animal specialist at PETCO for five She was born April 2, 1942, rural Cherry- years before retiring. vale, to Alford E. and Mary Louise (McIntyre) DEATH NOTICES On Dec. 26, 2019, Chuck suffered a stroke Atherton. She grew up in the Cherryvale and The Montgomery County Chronicle publishes death notices as a free cia “Patsy” Gregory of Inde- and spent two months in rehabilitation facili- Dennis areas and attended McKinley School in service. The death notice contains only the name of the deceased, date pendence died Friday, Feb. ties where he was gaining strength and mo- Cherryvale, Parsons Junior High School and of death, and time and location of a funeral and burial service. Further 28, 2020 at her home in Inde- bility. He unexpectedly developed fluid in his Labette County Communi- biographical information can be contained in a paid obituary. pendence. lungs and on Feb. 29, 2020 went into respira- ty High School, where she Reciting of the Rosary will tory distress that led to cardiac arrest. graduated from in 1960. Dorothy “Dot” held Saturday, Feb. 29, at the take place at Potts Chapel in Chuck grew up attending the Seventh Day Later she earned an asso- Irene Garrett Greenwood Cemetery in Se- Independence at 6 p.m., Mon- Adventist Church with a deep belief in God. He ciate of arts degree from SEDAN – Former Sedan dan. Dickens Family Funeral day, March 9. Funeral Mass had great pride in his name, his work ethics, Labette Community Col- and Caney resident Dorothy Home in Sedan was in charge will take place at St. Andrew and music. His passions included customiz- lege. “Dot” Irene Garrett, age 91, of arrangements. Catholic Church at 10 a.m., ing classic cars, quarter mile drag racing, and Ellen retired from USD of Brookfield, Mo., died Sun- Tuesday, March 10 with buri- spending time with his children and grand- 506 school district in 2007 day, Feb. 23, 2020 at McLar- Patricia “Patsy” al immediately following at children. after 31 years of service. ney Manor in Brookfield. Gregory Calvary Cemetery. He was preceded in death by both parents; She was a cook at the Graveside services were INDEPENDENCE — Patri- a brother, John Arthur McCandless; and a sis- Mound Valley Grade School ter, Dorothy (Dotty) Evelyn Coburn. from 1976 to 1992 and was at the district of- Chuck married the love of his life Ruth Ada fice as food service coordinator from 1992 un- Smith on June 17, 1974 in Stillwater, Okla., til her retirement. Earlier she was employed and has been married for over 45 years. His at the Oklahoma Natural Gas Company and children are Cherie Ann Sullivan of Bartles- the Frame Ladder Factory in Parsons. Coffeyville to receive $913,000 grant ville; John Charles McCandless and wife Dana She was an active member of the Den- of Glenpool, Okla.; Charles Franklin McCand- nis United Methodist Church and the Dennis for trail project, school safety route less and wife Adrian of Fort Worth, Texas; and United Methodist Women, serving as church Melissa Lu Whiteland of Colorado Springs, treasurer for several years. She also served Chuck Shively, City of Cof- Colo. He currently has 14 grandchildren and as president and in other offices of the United When completed, trail and sidewalk project will feyville public works director, five great-grandchildren. Methodist Women. She enjoyed genealogy and connect downtown area and CCC campus with said the extension will include Condolences may be sent to the family and loved talking family history with everyone. continued work on sidewalks an online obituary may be viewed by visiting, On August 25, 1967, she and Dale Lee Ti- LeClere and Sherwin-Williams parks south and west of Community www.strodefh.com. tus were married; he preceded her in death Elementary School, including on Jan. 23, 2012. She was also preceded in an extension to Eighth Street. COFFEYVILLE — The City ber through October 2019. death by her parents and two daughters, Lori The Rail to Trail Sidewalk of Coffeyville is the recipient The next call for projects is Ellen Conley and Robyn Louise Titus. Path, which was built last Sherrica “Rica” of more than $913,000 in expected to be released this Surviving is a brother, John Atherton (Beth) year on a vacated railroad state funds for several trails summer. of Bailey, Colo.; two children, Kenny Titus of bed east of the Sherwin-Wil- K. Medlock and safety route projects in “Kansans value safety in Dennis and Kimberly Shrum of Cherryvale; liams plant, will be further INDEPENDENCE — Sherrica “Rica” K. the community. all modes of transportation, seven grandchildren, Alesha Robb, Jeremy extended with the KDOT Medlock, age 56, of Independence died Thurs- The Kansas Department of which is why it is an import- Caulkins (Tara), Kayla Robb Lopez (Alexan- grant. Shively said the trail day, Feb. 27, 2020 at her home. Transportation (KDOT) last ant element of the new FOR- der), Seth Caulkins (Kayla) and Anthony Robb will now be extended south- Sherrica Kay Medlock was born June 7, week announced the issu- WARD transportation pro- (Haley), Sierra Brannon and Blake Morgan; 13 ward toward 11th Street. On 1963 in Jefferson City, Mo., the daughter of ance of $8.6 million for the gram,” said Transportation great-grandchildren, Mayleigh Smith, Maizen the north end of the current Larry Medlock and Phyllis (Smith) Medlock. 18 projects selected for in- Secretary Julie Lorenz. “I’m Smith, Zack Caulkins, Ariona Caulkins, Riley trail, plans call for the trail to She graduated from Independence High clusion in its Transportation pleased that these projects Caulkins, Juan Lopez, Alexander Lopez, Aizik eventually connect with Le- School in 1981. Alternatives (TA) program for focus on improving safety Lopez, Karson Robb, Kameron Robb, Kauner Clere Park and its sidewalks She was united in marriage to Jeff Palm- Federal Fiscal Year 2021. All for pedestrians and children Robb, Kaegan Robb and Emmitt Caulkins. that loop toward Cline Road. er in Independence, and he preceded her in projects are designed to im- walking to school.” “Eventually, it will be a prove pedestrian safety and KDOT evaluated each ap- full sidewalk-trail path from children’s walking routes to plication and made selections downtown to LeClere Park,” schools. based on criteria developed said Shively. “There will be a Coffeyville will receive using input from various day in the future when a per- $913,420 for two projects: a departments and external son can take sidewalks from Safe Route to School designa- partners such as safety and the downtown business dis- tion, a Rail to Trail Sidewalk network improvements, cost trict, west toward the Ninth and Shared Use Path project. estimates, project readiness, Street and 10th Street neigh- KDOT received 32 appli- public support and other fac- borhoods, and then connect cations from eligible project tors. The total estimated costs with the Rail to Trail path on sponsors requesting over $22 for the 18 selected projects 11th Street. They can then million in federal funds. The are over $13 million. use that path on foot or on applications for Federal Fis- For Coffeyville, the Safe bicycle to connect with Sher- cal Year 2021 projects were Route to School designation win-Williams Park and Com- received during an open ap- will allow the community to munity Elementary School, plication period from Septem- see an extension of its current or further north on LeClere Safe Route area near Com- Park.” munity Elementary School.

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219 N. Penn Ave. Independence, KS 620-714-5030 Thursday, March 5, 2020 Montgomery County Chronicle Page A3 Judicial panel recommends public censure of Cullins After testimony of profanity-laden language toward court staff and belittling of attorneys, What is a public censure? Censure is the public reprimanding of a public official for inap- panel recommends Judge F. William Cullins seek propriate conduct or voting behavior. It serves only as a con- help from a ‘professional coach’ demnation and has no direct effect on the validity of the office holder, nor are there any other particular legal consequences. BY ANDY TAYLOR those resources to manage [email protected] symptoms of anxiety. TOPEKA — Evidence of If he fails to complete the ments regarding the filing of garding its contents and the misconduct against a judge professional coaching for a charges by the county attor- apparent squabble between in the 14th Judicial District period of one to two years, ney’s office. Cullins’ indicated Cullins and the county attor- Court does not carry enough then the Supreme Court could in the letter that the filing of ney’s office. weight to remove the judge suspend Cullins from his judi- charges by a county prosecu- The commission said Cul- from office, a state judicial cial duties, the commission tor has to come through the lins could have handled the panel has ruled. wrote. timely filing of probable cause situation without incident in However, the Commission The Kansas Supreme Court affidavits, which are initiated accordance with local court on Judicial Qualificationson Friday issued a citation to through law enforcement in- rules. recommended in its inquiry Cullins to inform him of the Judge F. William Cullins of the 14th Judicial District in pho- vestigations. The commission’s other concerning Judge F. William commission’s recommenda- The commission did not concern involved Cullins’ di- tograph taken during Commission on Judicial Qualifications Cullins that Cullins should tions. Cullins has 20 days to have a problem with Cullins’ rective to county attorney face public censure, seek a respond. hearing in December 2019. PHOTO BY ASSOCIATED PRESS use of a letter to inform law Larry Markle and public de- “professional coach” to im- Cullins was chief judge enforcement officers about fender Heath Lampson to prove his interactions with of the 14th Judicial District, staff, which, when combined violations . . . are established probable cause affidavits. investigate the conduct of others, possibly seek counsel- which includes Montgomery with the persistent obscen- by clear and convincing ev- However, the commission had bondsmen in the 14th Judicial ing or psychotherapy to man- and Chautauqua counties. He ities, led several court staff idence. His conduct was not qualms with Cullins issuing District. As a chief judge, Cul- age symptoms of anxiety, and stepped down as chief admin- members to leave their jobs. patient, dignified or courte- the letter the way he did. That lins was vested with authority “focus his professional aspi- istrative judge in early 2019 • used the term “boy” in re- ous,” wrote the commission. letter became the subject of over bondsmen under state rations on continuing in his but retained his position as gard to an African-American The commission felt that public discussion at a Cher- law. The commission believed current position within the one of the four judges in the defendant in his courtroom. two particular allegations ryvale City Council meeting, this authority did not include court.” 14th district. Although the panel did not were of particular concern. which then made that letter the power to direct attorneys After conducting a week- The Commission on Judi- think Cullins intended any ra- One involved a letter written open to the public and me- appearing before the court to long hearing in December to cial Qualifications heard evi- cial insensitivity with the use by Cullins to the Montgom- dia. The Montgomery County conduct research and investi- weigh evidence in the Cull- dence from a court examiner of the term “boy,” the fact that ery County Sheriff’s Depart- Chronicle picked up on the gations on behalf of the court. ins’ inquiry, the Commission in which Cullins was accused it was used in a court setting ment and local police depart- letter and wrote a story re- of Judicial Qualifications is- of abusing his position by fail- could have been interpreted sued a recommendation last ing “to promote integrity, im- as a term of bias against the Thursday, Feb. 27. The com- partiality and independence.” defendant. The prosecuting mission said Cullins’ miscon- The commission upheld attorney apologized to the duct was greater than a mere the findings of the court ex- defendant’s family when Cul- New Cherryvale dental clinic reprimand but not quite to aminer. The findings included lins used the word from the the level of removal of office. evidence that Cullins: bench. The panel noted that The commission is rec- • frequently directed pro- the insensitive nature of Cull- obtains eco devo loan from City ommending that the Kansas fanity and obscenities toward ins’ choice of words warrant- Supreme Court issue a public court staff (which was told ed a response from a prose- BY ANDY TAYLOR sion. censure of Cullins’ conduct through sworn testimony by cuting attorney, which alone [email protected] There were five candidates for the com- and that the Supreme Court court staff, attorneys and oth- showed that Cullins violated CHERRYVALE — Construction of a new mission position. However, councilors were refrain from appointing Cull- ers related to the court sys- the judicial codes of proper dental clinic in Cherryvale will receive an eco- not informed of the other candidates’ names. ins as a chief judge in the fu- tem in the December hearing) decorum and demeanor. nomic development incentive. Councilor Rick Valverde said he would appre- ture. and used multiple obscenities • wrote an obscenity re- Cherryvale city councilors on Monday ciate seeing the names of appointed candi- The commission also rec- to describe people, especial- garding Montgomery County agreed to provide a revolving loan for $67,625 dates at future meetings. ommended that Cullins com- ly women, in the presence Attorney Larry Markle atop to Molly Reynolds, who is constructing a new • agreed to close Cherryvale City Hall on plete the “Multidisciplinary of others. A member of the a packet of court information dental clinic at 931 W. Main. Reynolds will re- Wednesday and Thursday, May 6 and 7 so that Forensic Fitness to Practice court staff had chronicled the that was sent to Markle’s of- pay the loan at 2.5 percent interest over 10 all city employees can attend a FEMA training Evaluation,” which includes number of times Cullins used fice. years. program. the guidance from a profes- obscene names or profani- Taken together, the alle- The revolving loan fund is used as an eco- • agreed to allow alcohol at the Cherryvale sional coach. Although the ties during interactions with gations showed that Cullins’ nomic development incentive for business ex- Community Center for a cornhole tournament commission did not feel men- court staff. behavior violated the codes of pansions. Money derived from the loan is used fundraiser event sponsored by a non-city enti- tal health or psychotherapy Additionally, Cullins fre- judicial conduct, the commis- to fund other business projects in Cherryvale. ty. The fundraiser will benefit Kim Pease, who was necessary at this point, quently spoke down in a de- sion wrote. In other business transacted at Monday’s has been diagnosed with cancer. it encouraged Cullins to seek rogatory way toward court “Respondent’s (Cullins’) meeting, the council: • reappointed Preston Whittley, 26069 Al- • appointed Laci Davis, 523 W. 4th, to a len Road, of Thayer to a four-year term on the term on the Cherryvale Recreation Commis- Cherryvale Recreation Commission.

Independence Lions Club to hold ham and beans meal Saturday INDEPENDENCE — The Independence Li- The Independence Lions Club encourages ons Club will hold its annual ham and bean the public to enjoy the meal. Proceeds will feed on Saturday, March 7 at the Wesley Chap- benefit the Independence Lions Club’s ongo- el of the Independence First United Methodist ing commitment to community service proj- Church, 6th and Maple streets. ects, including vision improvement for the The feed will be held from 11 a.m. to 2:30 needy, continued maintenance of the Kiddy p.m. Land area at Riverside Park, and support for Admission is $7.00 per adult and $4.00 for various youth activities in Independence. children age 12 and younger. The meal will As part of its global platform for vision include Lions Club’s famous all-you-can-eat improvement, the Independence Lions Club ham and beans with cornbread, drinks, and will have a drop-off box at the meal site for carrot or celery sticks. persons who wish to dispose of old eyeglass- An assortment of homemade pies will also es (sunglasses and eyeglass cases will not be be available for purchase at the meal. accepted).

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Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government OPINIONS for a redress of grievance. — FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE U.S. CONSTITUTION And God said, ‘Let the pickles grow fat and juicy’

At our house, you can dills are okay — it’s a law of always find a jar of gourmet God and America that we all garlic pickles in the fridge. add pickles and mustard to And, that’s quite an admis- our burgers. But I’m talking sion from me because I’m not about something big and a pickle guy. gobby, a bit expensive, and But about 10 years ago, simply delicious. my wife saw a And, get this — they’re RUDY jar of chunky raised, picked and packed pickles on in Oklahoma, not China or TAYLOR the shelves of Mexico. a small cafe And, a wooden toothpick and gift shop isn’t strong or long enough to in our home- serve as a stabber — it takes town. On a a fork. And, taking one small paper plate bite isn’t allowed. The eater were several must poke the entire, chunky, slices of these dripping, sweet gourmet pickles, each pickle in his or her mouth at to another level, and I hope stabbed with a once. they’re getting rich in the OFF toothpick. Chipping away one little process. the We both bite at a time is unlawful — How they grow them so fat OUR THOUGHTS tried one, and well, somewhere. is anybody’s guess. But once immediately Now, don’t get the idea they start adding the spices, Cuff bought a jar to that I’ve bonkers over the dill, spring water and many take home. most unnecessary fruit in secrets that come from Okie They lasted two hours. the world — the cucumber. soil, these gourmet garlic Game changer Who would have thunk? When my wife prepares a pickles find their way to our Today, anytime Kathy salad with a few slices of pantry and refrigerator. More jobs in Montgomery County signal restart of industrial engine prepares a veggie tray, it in- cukes it in, I spend five min- They’ll make you squint cludes the usual components, utes pulling them out. They your eyes, pucker your Trish Purdon, Montgomery County Ac- We also believe that the recent industri- plus longhorn cheese and taste like fat weeds. cheeks and pull the entire tion Council director, whispered a simple al news ought to make Montgomery Coun- gourmet garlic pickles — big, Technically, cucumbers jar to your side of the table. statement to a group of county officials and tians feel better about their home. chunky and juicy. are born into the gourd And, I’m not getting paid to media during Monday’s announcement of Too often, local residents become vocal I remember as a kid when family as vegetables. Then write this. Remember, their the upcoming arrival of Prosperiti Partners grousers and gripers — spreading doom my mother canned some as they gain seeds, they delicious product still starts to Coffeyville. and destruction because they don’t see pretty good pickles. In a full become fruit. Sort of like with a little fruit that I’ve “This is a game changer,” she said silent- the changes in front of their noses. Nor do season, I would eat a total Bernie Sanders turning into managed to avoid most of my ly, while Prosperiti officials spoke about the they put faith in their local officials to do of one. And sometimes I left a Republican. 74 years. details of their plans to establish a manu- the right thing for Montgomery County’s half of it on the plate. But this family in Okla- But this one’s the real dill. facturing facility at the former Southwire future. Social media’s vast echo chambers Of course, hamburger homa has taken cucumbers It says so right on the label. Manufacturing plant in Coffeyville. of gloom spread those spurts of negativity Truly, this new industry has the poten- and nonsense, which massages deep-seed- tial of turning things around in Montgom- ed emotions and fears. ery County. To what degree? No one knows. But, for today, Montgomery County, we And, any forecast is mere speculation. must take a big breath, open our ears and But, the anticipated arrival of 120 jobs study the the bigger picture. Since Decem- Life’s Little Lifesavers over the next three years certainly will ber, things have been happening — with stall the sad economic slide that Montgom- local officials doing the work because they . . . anticipation of “March Madness” ing a corny joke . . . looking your best KATHY ery County has endured over the past five realize it must be done. And, the net result . . . eating at a local chicken and noo- . . . warm blueberry muffins slathered years. will be several major industrial projects dles fundraiser dinner . . . with the with butter . . . church youth get-to- TAYLOR That alone ought to be great news for with strong prospects for more employ- prominent influx of flu germs, disin- gethers . . . love that lasts and lasts . . Montgomery County. ment. fecting your phones, keyboards, door . spreading goodness . . . looking for- Let’s combine the news of Prosperiti Be grateful for the impending arrival of knobs, etc. . . . reading this newspa- ward to “Spring Break” . . . getting a Partners’ announcement with the recent new jobs. Appreciate the hard work of local per . . . attending a high school musi- good haircut . . . “Not everything that arrival of Phoenix Logistics to the former leaders who do the behind-the-scenes la- cal performance . . . browsing through can be counted counts, and not every- Amazon.com facility and the plans by bors on behalf of our county’s future. And, gardening books and magazines, get- thing that counts can be counted.” (Al- Spears Manufacturing to expand its south be glad that good ol’ Montgomery County ting ideas for future planting . . . hear- bert Einstein) Caney plant. Throw in the turnaround at ain’t dead . . . but still able to lure and draw the Coffeyville Resources refinery complex, industrial development. where hundreds of short-term employees Good vibes continue this week. Better are spending the next several months. And, days are ahead. And, the industrial en- what about the news — albeit under the gines that once made Montgomery County Scratches on the kitchen table radar — that the local South Kansas and a source of pride have blown away the cob- Oklahoma Railroad will receive $27 million webs and refired its pistons. in federal funds to upgrade its local tracks Montgomery County is about to experi- tell the sweet story of home and rails? All of those things together have ence a game changer . . . indeed! revived the gears in Montgomery County’s – Andy Taylor There is a special place that will be beautifully dec- mas, and my eyes to close just industrial engine. within our home that serves orated for the area museum dreaming of the beauty upon as the holy of holies, the fundraiser. the table. throne room within the sanc- Many communities have But that table always wel- tuary, the place where all had such events, where hosts comes us. It has seen tears, things happen. That is our will develop a theme and take overwhelming laughter, baby kitchen table. a simple table from ordinary food, toddler snacks, Play- Obvious prescription Our table is a four legged to extraordinary. The time dough, take out food unveiled solid piece of oak with and effort put into from plastic bags, quarters Hand washing, prayer may prove most helpful in stopping coronavirus the option of add- JENNY their work may not sorted into piles ready to be ing a leaf in the mid- be representative of rolled from our newspaper Whether the coronavirus wipes out huge In the meantime, we suggest that every- dle, making room for DIVELEY our daily meals, but machines, and more. It really segments of the world’s population, or qui- one do some investigating on your own. about ten people, as the foundation under doesn’t matter what is placed etly goes away after a season, remains to Walk along the store aisles where you shop; compared to the usu- those tablecloths and upon it, the kitchen table is be seen. We certainly pray for the latter, pick up items of any kind, from shampoo to al, comfortable six. fine china is still the the spot of comfort in a home. but of all the infectious diseases to hit this wrenches, TVs to cell phones, aluminum The middle of the ta- same…the table. Our table has seen some world in recent history, this one bears so- foil to aspirin, clothing to shoes. Look at ble always has a dec- A few times each wear over the years. There ber attention. the required words that are stamped or orative placemat, usu- year, we go to my par- are several scratches from us- The coronavirus outbreak is serious, printed on the items: Made in China, India, ally representing the ents house for holiday ing it as a workbench during and all health professionals are concerned South Korea, the UK, Canada, Japan — few season, with a simple Pick A meals. One of my fa- home repairs. The glossy over the lack of medications to arrest it. In are manufactured in the U.S.A. candle in the mid- vorites is coming up finish is worn, and no matter the society where we live, it has not made a That scenario carries its own impact, dle that has a battery Little, in a few weeks with how much polish I put on it, huge impact at this point, but private fears let alone the health risks of a health scare operated flame and Talk A Easter just around the the dullness comes through. are roiling within all of us. with no known cure. turns on automatically corner. But I can’t help but run my Paying close attention to local health ad- Then there is the political hair-on-fire each evening at about Little I know that when we fingers over those scratch- visories, state and national task forces, is that is hitting the TV airwaves 24 hours a 5 p.m., beckoning us walk into that house, es when we’re sitting at the obviously wise. Washing hands and avoid- day. Democrats and Republicans are point- to gather for food and we’ll smell the baked table each evening. Those ing unnecessary handshakes is advisable ing fingers, as usual, and the coronavirus laughter. ham, the hot rolls will be indentations tell a story that from every corner of the health profession. has become fodder in the 2020 presidential Before anybody thinks we steaming, and the table will continues to be written. But the coronavirus wears multi-heads. campaign. have the perfect ideal of a be beautiful. Spring flowers I’m eager to see the tables Perhaps its greatest and most immediate All in all, everyone should expect im- family dinner every night, let will adorn the table cloth, sil- that will be decorated for this impact is the closing of certain foreign pacts to their daily lives, whether they ever me set the record straight. verware will be shining, and special fundraiser, visit with trade shipments to the United States — catch the virus or not. It is a time to be vig- Many nights, we collapse af- fresh cut flowers will fill a those who put their own spe- places where most of our products, in- ilant, wash our hands in hot, soapy water, ter a long day in our comfy vase in the middle of the ta- cial touches in the decor, and cluding 90 percent of our medications, are stay inside if you’re sneezing and cough- living room chairs, turn on ble. Those moments are for- be filled with the comfort that manufactured. ing, and listening only to those who hold “Wheel of Fortune” and fel- ever etched in my mind, caus- many will revisit those special At least 24 provinces, municipalities and reliable information related to this rapidly lowship like zombies. ing my mouth to water for the memories only found around regions in China have told businesses not spreading virus. But that table still calls our food, my nose to twitch with a kitchen table. to resume work before March 10 at the That starts with your local healthcare names. It is where all things desire for those pleasant aro- earliest. That news emerges from a coun- provider. happen: happy, sad, funny, try where the press is tightly controlled, And, pray for a cure. A little help from plans for the future, plans and all public information comes from its above may prove the ultimate answer. for today, and everything in government. So, it’s hard to know what to — Rudy Taylor between. When I have an es- believe. pecially heavy load of work Just in Time for Playoffs... from newspapers to book publishing, I haul my desktop It’s A Slam Dunk... computer from the confines of my office and place it on that Our Subway Sandwich Looking to subscribe to the kitchen table for the week- Box for the team! end, just because it is where Montgomery County Chronicle? my heart and mind find peace Comes with a 6” sub, bag of chips & and direction. Take advantage of the This week as I was plac- a cookie – must order 8 or more. ing a story in the newspaper subscription coupon on about an upcoming table setting event, I couldn’t help but 1036 1/2 W. Main page A9! wonder about those tables Cherryvale • 620-336-2910 Thursday, March 5, 2020 Montgomery County Chronicle Page A5 PUBLIC FORUM LOCAL NEWS McCutcheon with anything is a true compromise. Legisla- Rural hospitals are not related to the murder. Was tion that will bring hundreds to blame for nation’s she criminally involved in of millions of our federal tax it? I don’t know! But why is dollars back home to Kansas healthcare problems it Judge Gettler’s job to keep – creating jobs, boosting our Editor: her locked up, without evi- economy, protecting hospitals In response to your edito- dence, just in case the County and improving the health of rial about the medical debt Attorney can one day make a Kansans. situation and Coffeyville Re- case against her? Would you Last year, KanCare ex- gional Medical Center, don’t want that to happen to you pansion legislation passed blame Coffeyville Regional or your loved ones? Does that the Kansas House of Rep- Medical Center and other seem fair? A judge has to rule resentatives. This January, small rural hospitals for what on the charges, facts and evi- Republicans and Democrats is happening as a result of dence presented to them now, got together and introduced America’s healthcare crisis. not what may happen in a a Kansas solution to expand Instead, blame politicians, week, a month, a year. KanCare in the Kansas Sen- health insurance compa- Native southeast Kansan ate. It includes several inno- nies, lobbyists, greedy people Judge Gettler was just in- vative solutions, such as a and others. But, don’t blame vited to sit (and rule) on the pathways to work program, a small, poor rural hospitals Kansas Supreme Court as a premium assistance program, who are struggling to keep guest judge, for Pete’s sake. and a rural hospital transfor- their doors open and serve His peers obviously think very mation program. This legisla- patients. highly of him. This communi- tion incorporates personal re- Montgomery County can- ty, myself included, also hold sponsibility through monthly not afford to lose its only hos- him in the absolute highest premiums. It includes a 1332 pital. regard. His devotion to the waiver reinsurance program Jon Risner law, to justice, and to the peo- that intends to reduce health Independence, Kan. ple of Montgomery County insurance premiums for the is...beyond question. middle class on the health in- I can certainly appreciate surance marketplace. the dismay felt when the ju- This bi-partisan legisla- Judge Gettler not at dicial system doesn’t rule in tion will assist approximately one’s favor. Our criminal jus- 130,000 Kansans who need fault for lowering tice system isn’t perfect, but it access to affordable health bond of defendant aims to be fair and impartial care coverage, many of whom and I for one don’t see any- earn too much to qualify for Editor: thing in this case that runs KanCare but too little to be Count me among those counter to that. I know there’s eligible to receive financial confused by the recent pro- a natural desire to blame assistance to purchase pri- test about the bond and re- somebody for what you don’t vate insurance in the market- lease of Megan McCutcheon, like, but the protesters might place. Without regular care, and the concurrent criticism need to look elsewhere if they the uninsured often wait until of Judge Gettler. want someone actually prose- their health concerns reach I do not know Ms. Mc- cuted for a crime...perhaps to the point of needing emer- Cutcheon from Eve, but can the Prosecutor? gency care, which comes at a somebody explain to me what Nicholas Riesner higher cost to all of us. These a potential “ongoing investi- Independence, Kan. are hardworking people who gation” (where she has NOT are stuck with few options for been charged), has to do with affordable health coverage. actual, current charges that Let’s not allow Expanding KanCare in- she faces? People are calling creases access to preventive for her to be detained, in jail, KanCare expansion care leading to the right care, because she MAY someday be in the right amount, in the charged for another crime? debate to slip away right setting, at the right time. I’m sorry, I thought this Editor: It also will be a huge support was America where we have It is time for a renewed to Labette Health and all oth- due process. Suspicion alone conversation about KanCare er hospitals in the state. Let’s is not enough to put somebody expansion. This year is clearly hope politics do not get in the (or keep somebody) in jail. I’m the most significant progress way of true compromise and no lawyer, but I’m pretty sure we have seen on expansion teamwork. These recent leg- you need to present evidence to date. Collaboration efforts Showing off a piece of FFA history islative efforts are undoubt- and build a case, and that is led by Republicans and Dem- When the Coffeyville FFA Chapter celebrated its 75th anniversary with a public chili feed last edly the best, and maybe the the job of the prosecutor – in ocrats have been momentous. only way KanCare expansion Friday, they received a treat when a rural Coffeyville resident showed off his FFA jacket . . . this case, the office of County It is important that politics do will be passed. from almost 75 years ago. Carl Rauch of rural Coffeyville dusted off his FFA jacket that he wore Attorney Larry Markle. In the not get in the way of the Kan- Brian A. Williams, as a Coffeyville FFA officer from 1946-48. Although showing signs of fading and fraying, the three-plus months since the sas solution that is before us. president and CEO old courdoroy jacket remains a symbol of pride to Rauch and other FFA members who have investigation started, Mar- This year we have the oppor- Labette Health proudly worn the blue and gold. PHOTO BY JANET LANGWORTHY kle’s office has not charged tunity to pass legislation that Parsons, Kan. IMS Quiz Bowl teams earn medals during recent tournament week INDEPENDENCE — Indepen- The Independence A squad pulled Madison Cowles, and Annabelle de la Cruz, Wyatt Small, Jack Fair- 3-way tiebreaker for third in its di- dence Middle School Quiz Bowl out a third place victory with a 2-2 Francoeur bank, Cami Lewis, Dylan Cooley, vision with a 3-3 record. The quiz participants have been testing their record, while the B squad broke the At a meet in Chanute on Feb. 25, Matthias Coltrane, while B team bowl team is in action again at Ft. knowledge at recent meets. five-way tie and earned first place the IMS teams brought home med- participants included Aly Murphy, Scott on Monday. Competing at a tournament in gold with a 3-2 record. als in both divisions. The A squad Lexi Brown, Donnie Miles, Hadley Wyatt Small, Adriel de la Cruz, Ottawa on Feb. 20, the IMS teams On the A team were Adriel de la finished in second place with a 3-2 Hines, Sabryna White, and Kaylee Jack Fairbank, Cami Lewis, Dylan encountered tough competition and Cruz, Wyatt Small, Jack Fairbank, record while the B squad took home Felton Cooley and Matthias Coltrane were both divisions were tightly contest- Dylan Cooley, Matthias Coltrane, first place with a 3-1 record. The Medals were the norm at a meet on the A team; the B team included ed, with a four-way tie in the A divi- Cami Lewis; B team participants quiz bowl team is in action again at in Pittsburg on Feb. 27. The A squad Lexi Brown, Aly Murphy, Treya Con- sion and a five-way tie in the B divi- were Hadley Hines, Donnie Miles, Pittsburg on Thursday. finished in third place with a 3-3 re- nelly, Sabryna White, and Annabelle sion. Max Sutherland, Treya Connelly, A squad participants were Adriel cord while the B team lost a close Francoeur.

Inge Festival to hold orientation meeting on Friday for local volunteers INDEPENDENCE — Inge for the 2020 William Inge ater to Lynn Nottage. Help is needed with a wide as people who are not famil- School thespians to contin- Festival volunteers past, Theater Festival, which is “This will be the 39th an- range of duties, she said, in- iar with the festival and just ue out to the IHS Performing present and future are invit- set for May 13-16 at the ICC nual festival, and it takes lots cluding housing, transpor- want to know more, will come Arts Center to see the spring ed to attend a “happy hour” campus and other communi- of volunteers to help with the tation, ushering, publicity, to the ‘happy hour’ at the li- musical, “Newsies.” orientation meeting at 5:30 ty locations. New and veteran four days of events,” Joyce daytime event support, meals brary,” Joyce said. “Newsies” will be held at p.m. Friday, March 6 at the playwrights, scholars, actors said. “Local folks have always and snacks for performers She added that the event 7:30 p.m., Friday and Satur- Independence Public Library, and other supporters of the done a wonderful job of pro- and many other “jobs.” will conclude in time for local day, March 6 and 7, and 2:30 220 E. Maple. American theater will trav- viding support and hospitali- “We hope everyone inter- theater fans and friends and p.m., Sunday, March 8 in the Hannah Joyce, producing el to Kansas from across the ty known to be so warm and ested in helping out, as well family of Independence High IHS Performing Arts Center. artistic director for the In- country. The highlight will be friendly, many festival guests dependence Community Col- the presentation of the Award return again and again to In- lege’s William Inge Center for for Distinguished Achieve- dependence because they fall the Arts, will describe plans ment in the American The- in love with the community.“ ChronicleMONTGOMERY COUNTY Volume 135, No. 10 • March 5, 2020 The Montgomery County Chronicle (USPS 088340), formerly the Cherryvale Chronicle and the Caney Chronicle, is a family-owned and operated newspaper published by the Taylor News- paper Family. The Montgomery County Chronicle is published 52 times per year including the last edition of the calendar year. Periodical postage is paid at Caney, Kansas. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: The Montgomery County Chronicle, P.O. Box 186, Caney, KS 67333.

Rudy and Kathy Taylor...... Owners and Publishers Andy Taylor...... Editor Emalee Mikel...... Advertising Director Brian Thomas...... Sports editor Jenny Diveley...... Billing and technology Lillie Taylor...... Junior Editor HOW TO CONTACT US: Caney office: 202 W. Fourth, P.O. Box 186, Caney, KS 67333. (620) 879-2156, (620) 879-2855 fax. Independence office: 422 W. Main, Independence, KS 67301. (620) 331-5040. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.taylornews.org Page A6 Montgomery County Chronicle Thursday, March 5, 2020 UPCOMING EVENTS Caney church to hold benefit lunch CANEY — The Cornerstone Church of Caney will hold its chicken and noodle dinner on Friday, March 13 with serving starting at 11 a.m. and until all the food is gone. The menu will be chicken and noodles, green beans, mashed potatoes, roll, drink and dessert for a price of $7 per meal. In addition to eating at Cornerstone Church, 900 S. Ridgeway, Caney, carryout and delivery meals will be available. Delivery meals can be arranged by calling 620- 879-5220. Everyone is invited to attend the church’s chicken and noodle dinner on March 13, starting at 11 a.m.

Caney Betterment Group to meet CANEY — The Caney Community Betterment Group will have a number of items on its agenda when it meets Thursday, March 12, at 6:30 p.m. in the Caney City Hall council meeting room. Updates will be presented on Caney Mayfest, the Caney Grocery Store, new swimming pool and the three Path- finder Projects chosen by attendees of the recent “Fram- ing Caney’s Future” meeting. Discussions will also be held on several other programs. Members of the Caney Community Betterment Group, as well as anyone who would like to be a part of a positive step forward for the community of Caney, are encouraged to attend.

Drivers’ education enrollment set INDEPENDENCE — Drivers’ education enrollment at A first-hand look at life on the farm Independence High School will be held March 2 through Caney Valley High Schoo senior FFA member Keaton Herrmann was joined by fellow FFA chapter members last Friday in pre- April 8. senting the annual FFA Kiddie Barn. Herrmann and other FFA members showed small barnyard animals to several hundred Forms may be picked up and returned in the IHS main preschool and elementary-aged students. For Herrmann, showing off a baby pig proved to be a big hit with the local kids. The office. Cost is $150 per student. FFA Kiddie Barn is an annual tradition in Caney dating back to the early 1970s. The event coincided with National FFA Week.

A mandatory parent-student meeting will be held at 6 ANDY TAYLOR / MONTGOMERY COUNTY CHRONICLE p.m., Wednesday, April 8 at Independence High School. Enrollment for the class, which will not exceed 96 students, will be basd on a first-come, first-served basis. Loan given to Independence brewery

Doll collection to be featured Among the items of busi- er, said the loan will be used proofing the exterior. • approved the term “chil- COFFEYVILLE — Nancy Hamilton of Coffeyville will ness transacted at the Inde- to fund the increasing brew- Commissioners also agreed dren’s home” as a condi- feature her antique doll collection at Coffeyville Women’s pendence City Commission ing capacity while also devel- to hold a work session at 9 tional use in the City of In- Connection luncheon at 11:30 a.m., Thursday, March 12 meeting on Feb. 27: op marketing for return cus- a.m., Tuesday, March 31 to dependence’s zoning law. at Coffeyville Community College Student Union. The en- • City commissioners ap- tomers. discuss phase 2 plans of the Commissioners approved a trance is on the west side of the building. proved a $5,000 job incentive He said he anticipates City Hall project. conditional use permit for Hamilton’s special dolls will bring back memories for loan to Indy Brew WorKS, purchasing additional kegs, • signed a mutual aid an “orphanage” or children’s many and provide a nice way to reminisce about child- which opened its doors in which cost $2,500, to boost agreement between the City home at 517 S. 4th. Proper- hood. 2019. The $5,000 loan will be their selling capacity. of Independence and the ty owner Brian Ford said the The inspirational speaker will be Victoria Burks of Bar- used to bolster jobs that have The loan was recommend- Montgomery County Rural home is targeted for use as a tlesville, Okla. She is an author of three romantic suspense been created at the brewery, ed for approval by the City of Fire District #1, whereby the youth residential care facility novels and a devotional. She will share how a life of ashes which is located at 223 W. Independence’s economic de- Independence Fire Depart- for five male residents, ages can become one of beauty. Main. velopment advisory board. ment will provide mutual aid eight through 18. The home Cost of the luncheon is $10.00 all inclusive. Reserva- The money for the loan • learned that phase 1 of assistance to the rural fire di- will offer assistance to the tions must be made by Monday, March 9 and if needed, will come from the City of the Independence City Hall visions. children and teenagers, in- cancellations must be made by Tuesday, March 10 by 8 Independence’s economic de- rehabiltiation is targeted for • learned that the expan- cluding transportation, med- p.m. velopment fund. Indy Brew completion by July. Phase 1 sion of Peter Pan Road near ication administration, day For reservations, call Pat at 620-251-1262, Cheryl at WorKS will repay the loan involves the demolition of ar- the Labette Health Indepen- programming, supervision, 620-331-6847, or Carolyn at 620-331-6695, or send an over a 60-month period at eas that were not part to the dence Healthcare Center extracurricular activities, etc. email tojrvoelzke@coxnet. zero interest. structure’s original footprint, should be completed by the The property will be staffed Robert Box, brewery own- as well as sealing and water- end of March. 24 hours a day. Democratic Party to meet tonight INDEPENDENCE — The Montgomery County Dem- Museum to offer pen-ink workshop in March, April ocratic Party will hold its monthly meeting at the Ten- nis House in Riverside Park in Independence at 6 p.m., INDEPENDENCE — A new class in Those who wish to finish an actual years, his abilities in all mediums and Thursday, March 5. pen/ink will be offered by Steve Green- painting using the techniques learned all types of subject matter continue to Democrat Party members will work on plans for the wall at the Independence Historical Mu- may also join Greenwall for his three- amaze his students. His Open Studio Democratic Presidential Primary and will make plans on seum and Art Center on Monday, March hour Open Studio classes ($30) which classes include a short lesson on art ap- behalf of 2020 candidates and GOTV efforts. 16, 23, and 30, and April 20. will resume at 9 a.m., Monday, April preciation or the teaching of some lesson The cost is $20 for each pen/ink class, 27 and continue on the third Monday of in art. which will begin at 10 a.m., and end at each month through November. Contact Donna Rothgeb, IHMAC Art noon. The primary purpose of the class Greenwall’s forte is instruction. Hav- Coordinator at 620-331-0108 or 620- Beekeepers to gather March 12 will be to teach techniques in the use of ing served as Allan County Communi- 332-7694 or email her at rdrothgeb@ INDEPENDENCE — The Montgomery County Beekeep- pen and ink. ty College instructor for more than 30 cableone.net. ers Association will meet at 6 p.m., Thursday, March 12 at Independence Community College West Campus, 2016 W. Mai. Joe Butler, an arborist who was referred by the Kansas Area art instructor offers Open Studio workshops State Extension and Research Service will present the program. He has extensive knowledge of trees and shrubs and INDEPENDENCE — Rick lows the artists to bring their Last year 33 workshops of events can be picked up at will give information on the different species that produce Bushnell’s Open Studio class- own choice of art to work were held at the IHMAC. This many of the local businesses, nectar and pollen that bees use for spring colony buildup es continue again in 2020 on on— watercolor, acrylics, or year this many or more are at the Main Street office, or as well as for honey production. each second Tuesday of the a drawing medium such as planned in addition to a slate the museum. Because spring planting time is quickly approaching month at the Independence pen/ink, pencil or pastels — of exciting exhibits, perfor- To attend any of the art this program can be a help to beekeepers. There will also Historical Museum and Arts and have the instructor offer mances, presentations, and workshops, contact art co- be time during the meeting for questions and answers so Center. positive critiquing and sug- other art related offerings ordinator Donna Rothgeb at that anyone needing information can get their questions January and February gestions. The camaraderie as part of the Love the Arts 620-331-0108 or 620-332- answered by seasoned beekeepers. classes have already had very and helpful suggestions and 2020 theme. Go to the web- 7694 or email rdrothgeb@ca- A door prize, courtesy of Mann Lake Bee Supply, will good attendance, but more information offered by other site for more information: bleone.net. be given. As always, the association’s meetings are open to are welcome. The next class artists attending as well as www.ihmac.org. A calendar the public. is slated for 9 a.m. to noon, those from the instructorWhen are it comes to your to-do For more information call 620-331-9394. Monday, March 9 ($20When each just two it of comesthe reasons IHMAC to your to-do session). artists keep coming list,back for put your future fi rst. An Open Studio classlist, al- putmore. your future fi rst. Have you made your To fi nd out how to get your fi nancial 2019 IRA Contribution? 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Museum Alliance held their in SEK and museum visitors Society. a story to tell visitors to the  quarterly meeting at How- would get their passport Marcia Taylor, director area. The Alliance hopes to ard, Kan., on Feb. 8. It was stamped. The project is still of the Benson Historical help travelers and visitors hosted by Benson Historical in initial stages but plans Museums, gave an infor- learn those special stories of Museums with Marcia Taylor are to present a draft at the mative presentation of how our area of Kansas. Repre- as director. There were 33 April quarterly meeting. the museum complex has sentatives of all museums people present, representing Gina McBride, Caney Valley grown into the seven build- are welcome to attend the 17 museums. Board Presi- Historical Society, gave a ing educational venue that quarterly meetings. dent, Ray Rothgeb, Indepen- communications report and it is today. Before departing For more information or Contact us... dence Historical Museum, encouraged everyone to join many attendees toured the questions, emails can be sent presided over the meeting. the Facebook page for the museum complex. to [email protected]. Following a review of SEK Museum Alliance. Lois The alliance’s next meet- Lois Carlson, reporter   the approved organizational Carlson, Mem-Erie Museum, ing will be at the Brown   structure, a proposed Mis- Erie, Kan., volunteered to be Mansion in Coffeyville on   sion Statement was present- the group’s reporter. Saturday, April 4 from 9 a.m. 109 N Penn Ave 1701 N Penn Ave ed to the group which was An informative program to noon. The educational Independence, KS Independence, KS then approved. on “Preservation for Small portion will be covering “In- The deadline for 67301 67301 Ali Hamilton, Trading Post Museums” was given by Skye ventory Training 101.” Gregg S Webster, 620-331-1126AAMS® 620-331-0817 Museum, is the chair of the Conley, KU graduate student The SEK Museum Alliance placing a story or Financial Advisor www.edwardjones.com Passport Project. Commit- in museum studies. seeks to have an all inclusive Member SIPC tee members shared initial Successes and challenges membership of museums in advertisement is 5 109 N Penn Ave proposals and information of the past three months, 15 southeast Kansas coun- Gregg S Webster, AAMS®Independence, KS 67301 and are seeking input on with several museums shar- ties, and there is no member- 620-331-1126 the project. The passport ing their special stories, was ship fee to participate. There Financialp.m., Advisor Monday. www.edwardjones.com would contain information chaired by Leanne Githens, are some 62 museums within Member SIPC

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FIELD KINDLEY’S “ALL SHOOK UP” COMES TO BENEFIEL AUDITORIUM FOR THREE PERFORMANCES Elvis craze to invade Coffeyville stage this week

BY ANDY TAYLOR [email protected] COFFEYVILLE — The stage at Roosevelt Middle School will turn into a virtual 1950s jukebox when the Field Kind- ley High School theatre department presents the musical comedy “All Shook Up.” The musical will be held at 7 p.m., Friday and Saturday, March 6 and 7, and at 2 p.m., Sunday, March 8 at the Bene- fiel Auditorium at Roosevelt Middle School. The musical comedy, which was produced for Broadway in 2004, is a love story that is set amid Elvis Presley’s vast discography. Chad, a motorcycle-riding, rebel roustabout played by Drew Cormier, en- ters a small town when his motorcycle breaks down. He finds the small town melan- choly and dull, due to the Maime Eisenhower Decency Act that prohibit public show of affection. Chad attempts to turn the town on its head, but, in doing so, throws several love interests in a tizzy, while also shocking the prud- ish mayor into allowing public shows of love. What transpires is a come- Chad, who is portrayed by Field Kindley High School senior Drew Cormier, channels his inner-Elvis Presley during a rollicking scene in “All Shook Up,” an FKHS dic journey into strange rela- theatre department musical production. “All Shook Up” is a musical comedy that features numerous songs from the legendary king of rock and roll music: Elvis tionships, awkward moments, Presley. ANDY TAYLOR / MONTGOMERY COUNTY CHRONICLEs and courageous acts that lead to multiple romantic relation- near panic. mechanic who pursues Chad. Shook Up” will be a humorous sic tale of mistaken identity chased at the door. ships. The musical includes El- However, she changes char- albeit enjoyable throwback to full the characters that are The cast of characters in- The entire musical score vis’ greatest hits, including acter to a male named Ed the 1950s, when a young per- so much fun to watch. Lastly, cludes: is based on the songs of the “Jailhouse Rock,” “Don’t Be who becomes Chad’s sidekick son’s world revolved around I felt I had the right person- Cast: legendary king of rock and Cruel,” “Can’t Help Falling — all in an effort to find out Elvis Presley. nel to fill the casting require- Natalie/Ed: Ainsley McKellips roll. And, Elvis’ influences In Love,” “Hound Dog,” and Chad’s secrets about his fe- “I chose this play for a few ments.” Chad: Drew Cormier are squarely affixed on Chad, “Blue Suede Shoes.” male love interests. reasons,” said Walrod. “First, Tickets are $5 for adults Sylvia: Emily McIntosh whose gyrating hips and cool Ainsley McKellips portrays Brian Walrod, FKHS the- I think the music is iconic. and $3 for children and stu- Lorraine: Makayla Brinker demeanor put the town in a Natalie, a female motorcycle atre instructor, said “All Second, the story is a clas- dents. Tickets can be pur- Dennis: Bryce Atkinson Sandra: Madigan Phillips Mayor Matilda: Zailene Alobaidi Dean: Alex Campbell Sheriff Earl: Bode Stotts Warden: Brian Warlord Chorus, ensembles, solos: Eli Bell, Garett Knight, Matthew O’Connor, Breamna Bradshaw, Vicki Westerfeild, Jaeden Cook, Addi Mund, Evelan Crafton, Sho- Church Directory na Macafee. Emily Long, Mariah Wilson, Raeligh Wyrick. NEW LIFE BAPTIST CHURCH OF INDEPENDENCE: FIRST SOUTHERN BAPTIST CHURCH OF CHERRYVALE: FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF CHERRYVALE: Fourth Production crew: Jason Sperling, pastor. 2515 S. 10th, Independence, Kan. Tommy Duncan, pastor. 717 E. 6th, Cherryvale, Kan. (620) and Montgomery streets, Cherryvale, KS. (620) 336-2440. Director: Brian Walrod Discipleship Classes, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Celebration Service, 336-3504. Website: www.fsbccherryvaleks.com. Sunday Sunday School (all ages), 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Worship, 10:30 Vocal director: Mark Gard 10:45 a.m.; Wednesday Evening Bible Study, 6 p.m. Free School, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday Worship, 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening a.m.; Youth Group on Wednesday at 7 p.m. Choreography: Jenna Speer Clothing Closet every third Saturday of the month from 9 Service, 6 p.m.; Wed. Night Bible Study & Youth, 6 p.m. Assistant director: Dylan Mo- a.m. to noon. Information on our New Life Groups at NLBindy. LIBERTY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: Bill Booe, pastor. ses org. Email: [email protected]. Find us on Facebook at ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH AND SCHOOL: 10th and Sunday morning service, 9 a.m. (nursery available); Identi- Lighting head: Sandra Cuth- NewLifeBaptistIndependenceKansas. Church phone: (620) Magnolia streets, Independence, Kan. Rev. Kevin Peterson, ty Youth Group, 6 p.m., Sunday; Wednesday Craft Group 1 rell Spotlight operators: Daniel 332-6802. pastor. We strive to be a Christ centered caring congregation p.m.; Choir practice, 6:30 p.m., Wednesday; Wednesday Reck, Dylan Moses prayerfully and faithfully teaching, preaching and sharing the Bible Study, 7:30 p.m. P.O. Box 175, Liberty, KS 67351. Call Sound board: Amber Kend- FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF INDEPENDENCE: 220 S. true word of God in a joyful manner. If you do not have a (620) 330-3432. See more information on our Facebook rick, Autumn Mersberg Penn. Ave, Independence, KS. Todd Reeder, senior pastor. church home we welcome you to come and worship with us. page @ Liberty Methodist Church-Kansas. Costume design: Madigan Jeremy Alford, family pastor. Sunday Worship Services, 8:15 Services are each Sunday at 10:30 a.m., church office 620- Phillips a.m. and 11 a.m.; Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. (available for 332-3300 or [email protected]. Have a good day in CHERRYVALE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: 305 W. Running crew: Mat Shafer, all ages) Wednesday Community Meal, 5:45 p.m., Children/ the Lord. Third, Cherryvale, Kan. (620) 336-2375. Pastor Susan Knewt- Colton Brown, Amber Neas Youth Activities, 6:30 p.m. For more information, contact us at son. Worship 11:00 a.m., Sunday School for all ages, 9:45 Set design: Jenna Speer, Brian Walrod 620-331-6290 or visit our website at fbionline.org. WAYSIDE CHRISTIAN CHURCH: Jerry D. Davidson, min- a.m. Preschool is open from September to April. Nursery is Set construction: Michael ister. (620) 778-6575. Sunday School, 10 a.m.; Church, available every Sunday. Speer, Robert Speer CORNERSTONE CHURCH OF CANEY: Brad Sanders, pas- 11 a.m. Mailing address for the church: Wayside Christian Set piece design and construc- tor. 900 S. Ridgeway, Caney, KS. (620) 879-5220. Sunday Church, 508 S. Spring, Caney, KS 67333. ST. FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC CHURCH: Father Zacha- tion: Stagecraft class at FKHS School, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Morning Worship, 10:40 a.m.; ry Pinaire. 202 S. Liberty, Cherryvale, KS. Parish Hall: (620) Sunday Night Service (during summer), 6:30 p.m. TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH: Scott Wittenberg, pastor, 336-2599. All mail and calls to St. Andrew Parish in Indepen- (580) 395-0221. 108 N. Bradley, Caney, KS, (620) 879-5604. dence, KS: (620) 331-1789. Sunday Mass, 8 a.m. CHERRYVALE CHRISTIAN CHURCH: Micah Booe, minister. Sunday School, 9 a.m.; Church, 10 a.m. 319 E. Main, Cherryvale, Kan. (620) 336-2533. Free coffee NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN CHURCH: Come worship with us. FKHS student and doughnuts on Sunday mornings, 10:15 a.m.; Worship TYRO CHRISTIAN CHURCH: Brian Ingalls, minister. P.O. Sunday School begins at 9:30 a.m. with coffee and donuts Service, 10:45 a.m. Wednesday evening 6:30 p.m. Student Box 307, Tyro, KS; (620) 289-4433. Service Times: 8:30 a.m. served. Sunday worship services begin at 10:30 a.m. George earns medal at Service. Love God, Love People, Serve the World. Go to www. and 11 a.m.; Sunday School, 10 a.m.; Wednesday Youth Rau, pastor. Call 541-403-1740. Find Hope in Christ Jesus at cheryyvalechristian.org. Classes, 7 p.m. New Hope Christian Church, 908 E. 4th, Cherryvale. speech contest INDEPENDENCE — A Field CHERRYVALE ASSEMBLY OF GOD: Pastor Jeffrey L. Owen, FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF INDEPENDENCE: CROSSROADS COMMUNITY OF CHRIST: three miles Kindley High School forensics 305 E. Main. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; Sunday morning wor- 200 S. Penn, Independence, KS. Rev. Earl J. Haggard, pastor. north of Dearing at the corner of county roads 3900 and student earned a medal and a ship 10:30 a.m. Call (620) 217-9665 for other service times. Sunday services: “Chapel Service” (casual) at 8:30 a.m., 2600. Pastors are Melissa McIntosh. Leslie Brooks, and state qualification at a speech Gault Chapel; “Wings of Worship” (contemporary) at 10:35 Johnna Hugo. Church school 10 a.m., Worship service 11 tournament in Independence CROSS POINT BAPTIST CHURCH OF CANEY: Joshua a.m., Wesley Center; and “Sanctuary Service” at 11 a.m. a.m. Crossroads is a welcoming congregation to all races, on Saturday. Eaton, pastor. South 75 Highway, Caney, KS (620) 879- (traditional); Sunday School for all ages at 9:30 a.m., nursery genders and orientations. Phone 620-331-9294. Daniel Reck, FKHS soph- 2839. Sunday Morning Worship, 10:30 a.m. Website: available. Youth meets Sundays at 4 p.m. Worship televised omore, placed third in hu- crosspointcaney.com. on Ch. 10 at 2 p.m. Sundays and 7 p.m. Thursdays. HOPE CHURCH ASSEMBLY OF GOD, CANEY: George Var- morous interpretation out of ghese, pastor, 301 N. McGee, Caney, KS (417) 259-1290. 27. By virtue of placing third, COFFEYVILLE FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH - DISCIPLES OF SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH: Fr. Robert Spencer, Sunday Morning Worship, 10 a.m.; Children’s Church during Reck will now qualify for the CHRIST: Gordon Willhite, pastor. 906 Elm Street, Coffeyville, priest. 303 N. Hooker, Caney, KS. Sunday Mass, 11 a.m.; Sunday Morning Worship; Wednesday Service and Wednes- state speech championships KS. (620) 251-1710. Sunday Church at Study, 9:30 a.m.; Weekday Masses on Monday, 8 a.m.; Confessions are before day Youth Meeting, 6:30 p.m; Ladies Fellowship & Fitness, in May. Sunday Church at Worship, 10:30 a.m.; Church mission: Mass; CCD/PSR Classes on Sunday at 9:30 a.m.; Altar Society, Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.; Men’s Fel- FKHS forensics students Community-wide breakfast last Saturday of every month, 8 Wednesday, 7 p.m. lowship & Fitness, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. will compete at a meet in Fort a.m. to 11 a.m.; Game Day on Mondays, 1 p.m. Scott on Saturday. FELLOWSHIP REGIONAL CHURCH OF CANEY: 100 E. 4th FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF INDEPENDENCE: FIRST SOUTHERN BAPTIST CHURCH OF INDEPENDENCE: Street, Caney, KS. Sunday Worship Service, 10:30 a.m. John P. Wilson, pastor. 201 S. 5th Street, Independence, Trevor Darr, pastor. 918 W. Chestnut, Independence, KS. KS (620) 331-0241 Worship hours are: 10:00 a.m. – June (620) 331-3810. www.fsbindependence.com. SERVICES: CANEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: Rev. Stan Basler, through August, 10:45 a.m. September through May Chil- Sunday Morning Bible Study for all ages, 9:30-10:30 a.m.; pastor. 114 N. High, Caney, KS. (620) 879-2648. Caney Unit- dren’s Sunday School class meets during Worship services Anna Miller Worship Service, 10:45 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service, 6 ed Methodist Church: where God, tradition and community For Church news, activities, and calendar visit our website at p.m.; Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting, 6:30 p.m.; Imprint intersect. Worship begins at 10:45 a.m. which follows Sunday http://fpc-indy-ks.org/or our Facebook page at https://www. earns degree Children’s Ministry, 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. school at 9:30 a.m. Community meal open to all on the 2nd facebook.com/lizsmithmoore2/ Our church e-mail address and 4th Wednesdays of the month. Come be a part of living is [email protected] and our mailing address is P.O. at Benedictine CANEY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE: James Hum- out God’s mission. Reach out and transform lives by sharing Box 612. Our Office is open Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to ATCHISON, Kan. — Anna phrey, pastor. 407 N. Spring, Caney, KS. 620-879- Christ’s love. You matter to God, and you matter to us. 12:30 p.m. Miller of Independence has 2101. Sunday School, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday Worship, graduated cum laude with a COFFEYVILLE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH: 10:30 a.m.; Youth Group, Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. 300 W. 9th Street The cost to have your church listed in bachelor of arts degree in ex- For events see our Facebook page and Instagram. (corner of 9th & Willow), Coffeyville, KS. Pastor Dick Smith. this advertisement is $10 per month. ercise science at Benedictine Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Services, 10:45 a.m. & College in Atchison, Kan. CHERRYVALE CHURCH OF CHRIST: Stan Bryan, minister. 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday, Adult Bible Study, Office “Ivy Room”, To have your church listed, call Emalee The college graduated 92 North Hwy. 169, Cherryvale, KS. (620) 336-3948. Sunday 6:30 p.m.; Youth, “R.C.” Kids, Main Church Social Hall, 6:30 Mikel, ad director for the Montgomery students at the end of the fall Bible Study, 10 a.m.; Preaching, 11 a.m.; Wednesday Bible p.m. Phone: (620) 251-3980; www.coffeyvillefbc.com. County Chronicle, at 1-800-592-7606. term in December 2019, in- Study, 7 p.m. cluding two with graduate de- 3-5-2020 grees. Page A8 Montgomery County Chronicle Thursday, March 5, 2020 Old typewriter finds new life in ‘Newsies’ musical Kept in storage for several decades, typewriter used by great-grandfather of principal lead actress will return to glory in Independence High School’s musical production

BY ANDY TAYLOR [email protected] INDEPENDENCE — When the Independence High School theatre department unveils its musical production of “Newsies” this week, one stage prop will literally have come from an actual newspaper office. Sitting on a small table during a key song in “Newsies” will be a 1937 Royal typewriter. It will be used by IHS sophomore Lillie Taylor, who portrays Katherine Plumber, the daughter of newspaper mogul Joseph Pulitzer. The manual typewriter, which is still in operational conditional despite more than 80 years of age, was owned by the late H.K. “Skeet” George, the longtime editor and publisher of the Caney Daily Chron- icle and later the Caney Chronicle. For Taylor, using the typewriter as she sings her solo “Watch What Happens” will be a unique experience. That’s because Taylor is the great-granddaughter of the H.K. “Skeet” George. “It’s pretty amazing to think that I am using the same typewriter that my great-grandfather used during his years at the Chronicle,” she said. “In earlier rehearsals, we Lillie Taylor, who portrays Katherine Plumber in the Independence High School musical production “Newsies,” sits at the 1937 Royal tyepwriter that was were using another older type- used for many years by her late great-grandfather: Caney Chronicle publisher H.K. “Skeet” George. George, who owned the Chronicle from 1943 to 1970, writer as a prop, but that older is seen in the inset photograph (circa 1970) using that typewriter that will be a functional prop in the “Newsies” musical. ANDY TAYLOR / MONTGOMERY COUNTY CHRONICLE typewriter was so old that the keys would stick. I needed something In writing her first serious news Plumber also strikes up a ro- However, the old typewriter was to presenting this musical story to that was still operational and good story after being relegated to the mance with the primary voice of the moved to another location at Kopco, the public. condition . . . so that the click- society pages, Plumber describes newsies, Jack Kelly, who is played Inc., and placed in a corner, where “I’ve really wanted to direct ety-clack sound could be heard.” the working conditions of the young by IHS senior Justin Turner. it slowly collected dust until it was ‘Newsies’ and I was hoping to cast In “Watch What Happens,” newspaper sellers, many of whom Singing a fast-paced solo while brought out for use for the “News- a group of people who could really Plumber excitedly writes the story are orphans, and their attempt to also typing to the cadence of a man- ies” musical production. handle it, and that is this year. It’s of the impending strike of the break an impasse with Plumber’s ual typewriter presents a unique Taylor said she has aspirations of going to be a great show,” Bennin “newsies,” or young newspaper father, the strong-fisted and bot- challenge to Taylor, who has never pursuing the theatre business after said. hawkers, in New York City in 1899. tom-line driven Pulitzer. used a manual typewriter until this she graduates from college with a The staff has a cast of more than play. degree in performing arts. 40 students and involves a score “Obviously, I’m accustomed to However, she said she also might filled with memorable songs, dance a computer keyboard, but typing consider a career in broadcast jour- routines, and a unique story. Want to learn more about on a manual typewriter has an nalism, which has its roots with her “Newsies” will be performed at entirely different feel and requires family’s multi-generational involve- the IHS Performing Arts Center at the “Newsies” musical a different way to use your fingers,” ment in the newspaper industry. 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday, production? Read the she said. “It’s more of a punch-style Should she pursue a journalism March 6 and 7, and 2:30 p.m., method rather than letting your career, she will be a sixth-genera- Sunday, March 8. Tickets are $8 for supplement and musical keys glide smoothly over a comput- tion journalist . . . with the lineage adults and $6 for students and will production program in er keyboard.” dating back to her great-great- be available at the door. The show Following George’s death in great-grandfather who owned a is rated family friendly. the insert in this week’s 1980, his Royal typewriter became newspaper in Erie, Kan., in the late An insert in this issue of the Montgomery County the property of his son and daugh- 1870s. Montgomery County Chronicle con- Chronicle! ter-in-law, Ken and Reba George, “Newsies” is directed by Eliza- tains features and advertisements who had it on display at their print- beth Bennin, IHS theatre director, about the “Newsies” production. ing company, Kopco, Inc., in Caney. who said she was looking forward

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BY ANDY TAYLOR church’s construction is the realization ary was subsequently rebuilt). The second Other chapters include histories of parish [email protected] that it was built without any power tools or occurred in 2003, when lightning struck the organizations, the construction of the Rec- INDEPENDENCE — An Independence hydraulic lifts,” he said. “Everything was steeple and set it ablaze. tory and the Parish Center. historian has recently penned a compre- done by hand, which included Brown also devotes pages to the history Preparing the book in observance of the hensive history of the St. Andrew Parish in chiseling and lifting the mas- of the stained-glass win- 150th anniversary of the Catholic Church in Independence. sive sandstones.” dows, the stations of the Independence was somewhat second nature “St. Andrew Parish in Independence, Brown, who also has spent cross, the seven medallions for Brown, who, prepared a similar history Kansas” is the title of the book written by his career as a historian of (painted in the 1920s and of the church in 1983. Ken Brown, a retired history instructor at Independence homes and ar- restored in 1975) that are However, Brown said he soon realized Independence Community College and a St. chitecture, said he estimated fully of Christian imagery how much history had happened in the Andrew Catholic Church member. The book that some of the sandstone and symbolism, the history local church since 1983 . . . and how more was written upon the commemoration of blocks weigh more than of the church organ, the information about the church’s early-day the Catholic church’s presence in the Inde- 1,600 pounds each. Those hanging of the bell in the history has been brought to light in recent pendence community for 150 years. stones were quarried at two belfry in 1908, and the con- years. The 144-page book is an encyclopedia of locations near Indepen- struction of the “Gathering “It’s only appropriate to highlight the sorts about the Catholic faith in Indepen- dence, hauled to the con- Space” areas in 2012 and church’s history because of several mile- dence. Brown opens the book with methodi- struction by horse-drawn 2013. stones, namely the 150th anniversary of the cal research into the efforts by German and wagon, and then lifted Brown also gives consid- first Catholic meeting in Independence,” he Irish settlers to form a church in Indepen- onto the construction site erable space to the history said. “In 2021, we also will celebrate the dence in March 1870 and how the first by workmen, who had to lift of the priests and nuns who 140th anniversary of the start of construc- church was led by Father Paul Ponziglione those stones into their final place . . . some have served St. Andrew over the decades. tion of the original St. Andrew Catholic and other traveling priests from the Osage 100 feet above ground level and with plumb Half of the book is devoted to the history Church.” Mission near St. Paul. perfection. of St. Andrew Catholic School, which closed Copies of “St. Andrew Parish in Inde- The challenges confronting early-day “Obviously, this is why construction took in 1972 and reopened in 1979. Through pendence, Kansas” are available for $20 church members are also mentioned, as multiple years,” he said. photo collections in the school archives, as at the St Andrew Catholic School office or are details of the arduous and painstaking The book also goes into detail about the well as photographs provided by former the St. Andrew parish office. All proceeds process to construct the St. Andrew Catholic two times in which lightning struck and St. Andrew students, the second half of the will benefit the St. Andrew Catholic School Church over a four-year period beginning in damaged the church. The first was in 1916, book is filled with school and graduation Parent-Teacher Organization. 1881. when lightning sparked a fire that engulfed photographs, including all eighth grade “What amazes me each time I study the much of the sanctuary and roof (the sanctu- graduation classes since 1983.

Prosperiti: manufacturer plans to bring 120 new jobs to Coffeyville

• continued from front page and the recruitment process about their plans,” she said. David Toland, and Kansas De- ting the Montgomery County a $27 million grant to the had been ongoing on a weekly “We are extremely excited to partment of Transportation Commission to close sever- South Kansas and Oklahoma pany will have on this com- basis ever since. work with this team.” Secretary Kim Lorenz each al streets and alleys direct- Railroad, which is based in munity and county will be “It has been a pleasure to MCAC will continue to played a role in the company ly north of the south Caney Cherryvale, for rail upgrades long lasting and have a posi- work with Prosperiti Part- work with Prosperiti in the choosing to locate to south- plant. systemwide. The SKO Rail- tive impact on our area,” said ners, because in looking at a issuance of industrial rev- east Kansas, said Purdon. Because of the anticipat- road operates a short-line Purdon. lot of prospects for the South- enue bonds for the project, Prosperiti Partner’s ed growth in jobs in the local railroad service in southeast Purdon said MCAC had wire facility over the past five as well as other economic planned use of the vacant economy, local cities will now Kansas and northeast Okla- been working with Prosperiti years, Prosperiti has been the development incentives that Southwire facility now com- be tasked to develop housing homa, with Cherryvale serv- Partners since last November, most upfront and forthright might be available, she said. pletes one of the primary projects or housing incen- ing as the central hub. Among Purdon said the company has tasks for the Montgomery tives. the key local customers along agreed to a principle where- County Action Council: to find “I think the overriding goal the SKO Railroad line are Cof- by the scope of incentives occupants for the largest infor the county and local cit- feyville Resources and Spears would be tied to the hiring of dustrial facilities. MCAC has ies will be to create housing Manufacturing in Caney. local workers in Montgomery been successful in the past opportunities for new and ex- The SKO Railroad also County, she said. three months in locating busi- isting employees,” she said. provides direct access to the More details about those ness for the former Amazon. “Ever since Phoenix Logistics Port of Catoosa in Oklahoma, economic incentives will be com distribution warehouse announced its plans to occu- giving local products a direct discussed when the Mont- and now the Southwire Man- py the Amazon.com facility line to an inland water port gomery County Commission ufacturing facility. in late December, we have near Tulsa. holds a public hearing later Additionally, MCAC was been inundated with inquiries “There are a lot of good in March concerning the is- working with Spears Manu- about other job prospects.” things happening in Mont- suance of industrial revenue facturing for the anticipated Capitalizing on another gomery County,” said Purdon. bonds, she said. expansion of its south Caney major economic development “Things are really looking “The State of Kansas, plant. Spears Manufacturing announcement, Purdon an- up.” Montgomery County, the City recently cleared its first hur- nounced that the Federal Rail of Coffeyville and Montgom- dle in that expansion by get- Administration had offered ery County Action Council have worked closely, and very professionally with us to ex- plore all aspects of locating in Coffeyville,” said Titus Wil- liams, chief executive officer CROSSWORD PUZZLE of Prosperiti Partners. “We THEME: MARCH MADNESS are excited about partnering with this great team and pro- ACROSS ducing a high-quality product 1. Cutlass or Delta 88, for short with a high-quality work- 5. Passports and driver’s li- force,” said Williams. The recruitment of Pros- censes periti Partners also received 8. Bit of smoke the guidance and blessing of 12. Narcotics agent, for short officials in Topeka. Gov. Laura 13. Type of coffee maker Kelly, Secretary of Commerce 14. Sashay 15. Austin Powers’ antagonist 16. Creole cuisine staple 17. Designer Calvin 18. *Last year’s winning coach CANEY, INDEPENDENCE, 20. Red-encased cheese 21. Prepared 22. Drunkard’s sound? COFFEYVILLE, CHERRYVALE 23. Source of white meat 26. They are often grand 30. “Ever” to a poet 31. Mrs. Potts of “Beauty and Your best source of news is the Montgomery the Beast” County Chronicle, published every Thursday. 34. Cough syrup balsam 35. Russians, e.g. Have it delivered to your mailbox for $52.00 37. A shot could prevent it 38. Up and about per year or to your email address as an 39. Lake ____caca, South electronic version for $35.00 per year. America 40. Plant disease 42. *Member of University of Residents in Montgomery County can subscribe to the Montgomery County Chronicle by Utah team 43. Autumnal zodiac sign checking one of the following subscription options (make checks payable to the Mont- 45. Rooster, e.g. gomery County Chronicle): 47. Rare find with most titles 24. Thing of the past Regular subscription ...... $52.00/year 48. 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D in LED CREDIT CARD NUMBER (MASTER CARD, VISA, AMERICAN EXP. DISCOVER): championship 49. Former prisoner 9. Part of ideal 50. Rigid necklace ______EXPIRATION:______10. Fit for a skinny one 51. Catapult 11. Mightier than sword? 52. One from Glasgow NAME ON CARD ______SECURITY CODE # ______13. Give to St. Vinny’s 53. Canceled Mail this coupon with payment to: Montgomery County Chronicle, P.O. Box 186, Caney, KS 67333 14. Yarn store unit 54. Olden-day French coin 19. Does like Matryoshka 57. Goes with borrowed and 22. *An airball doesn’t do it to blue either rim or net 58. Indigo extract 23. Outdoes Page A10 Montgomery County Chronicle Thursday, March 5, 2020

These classified ad HELP WANTED LIVESTOCK HELP WANTED HELP WANTED HELP WANTED pages appear in the USED APPLIANCES FOR SALE call BULLS FOR SALE: Registered Angus include paid time off, single health cover letter to: [email protected]. 10-6. Contact Katie Rakestraw, RN following newspapers: 620-597-2680 or 918-533-6000. and Sim-Angus bulls for sale. Tested insurance, cash retirement plan. Salary PS10-1tb DON 620-236-7248. EOE. LA-6-tfc LA-36-tfp and ready to go. Excellent dispositions is commensurate with experience. ______and EPD’s. Hillcrest Genetics, 620- Send resumé to PO Box 783, POOL MANAGER: The City of HELP WANTED: Power line contractor Prairie Star “WINDOW SHOPPING” ALL 330-2109. PS43-tfn Independence, KS 67301. MG-9S-3tb Sedan is taking applications for Pool looking for Linemen, Operators, Truck MATCHING BATHROOM ______Manager. Applicants are required to Drivers & Apprentices, CDL licenses Labette Avenue COLLECTION: Value over $150/Sell SCHOOL BOARD CLERK: USD 447 work weekends. All applications must preferred. Ambition is needed. Travel all for $50. Includes: 2 Carpet Rugs, in Cherryvale is accepting applications be returned to City Hall by March 20, required. Full time job. 479-789-2550. Montgomery Fabric Shower Curtain, 2 Bath Towels, BID NOTICES for Board Clerk. Duties include budget 2020, at 4 p.m. PS10-2tb (KCAN) 2 Hand Towels, 2 Smaller Towels, Oval and accounting, purchasing, human ______County Hinged and much more. Booth #11 MOWING BIDS: Caney Valley resources, and maintaining records The City of Chetopa is accepting Chronicle Black Crow Trading Co., downtown Electric is accepting bids for mowing and minutes for the board of education. applications for the following positions: Oswego. LA10-1tp substation properties for the upcoming Competitive salary and benefit package • CITY HELPER: The City of Chetopa FOR RENT ______mowing season. Must provide proof based upon relevant experience and is accepting applications for City 2015 SPORTSMAN CLASSIC 190, of insurance and/or bond. Bids must training. Applications available at 618 Helper. This position involves helping 19’ Camper Trailer, new swaybar hitch, be received by 12:30 p.m., March 20, E. 4th St., Cherryvale or by calling with electric, water, sewer, trash and Cedar Apartments good title, easy to tow. In excellent 2020. If interested, please contact our 620-336-8139. Application Deadline: road/alley maintenance. Applicants in Cedar Vale condition, new bed, everything works, office for a bid packet at 620-758-2262, March 10 EOE. MG-U9-2tb should possess a CDL or be able to get 62 years of age or older; disabled regardless $8,500. Call 620-333-2855. LA10-2tp 800-310-8911 or 401 Lawrence, Cedar ______one within 90 days of hire. Applications of age; rent based on income ______Vale. PS9-2tb DINING HELP: Housekeepers, Cooks, are available at the city complex 618 620-758-2995 SCRAPBOOKING COLLECTION $75 ______Servers - Daytime and evening, full N. 11th St. and should be returned to INCLUDES: Rolling Tote; Case with INVITATION TO BID time and part time available. Benefits the city clerk. Position will be open until lots of new scrapbook paper; 2 albums; USED CRAWLER EXCAVATOR based on hiring status. Applications filled. ALL UTILITIES PAID decorative scissors; Artwork books, Montgomery County will accept at flintoak.com/info/jobs or Flint Oak, • SWIMMING POOL MANAGER: Belmore Apartments I fonts and graphics w/CD’s; Stickers, sealed bids for the purchase of a 2639 Quail, Fall River, KS 620-658- The City of Chetopa is accepting 525 Plum Street, Chetopa, KS Die Cuts, Embellishments; Card Stock, Used Crawler Hydraulic Excavator 4401. PS8-3tb applications for Swimming Pool 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments Available lots and lots of misc. Booth #11 at Black until 5 p.m., on Wednesday, March ______Manager for the 2020 season. Appliances Furnished 11, 2020. Bids may be submitted to HUD/Section 8 Vouchers Accepted Crow Trading Co., downtown Oswego. LIBRARIAN: Librarian, no more Applications and job descriptions are Rental Assistance May Be Available to Those Who Qualify Montgomery County Clerk at PO Box than 13 hours a week, must have LA10-1tp available at the city complex 618 N. 62 and older or disabled households regardless of age ______446, 217 E. Myrtle, Independence, KS high school diploma or GED. Hours 11th St., and should be returned to the CARGO CONTAINERS: Steel Cargo/ 67301. Montgomery County reserves are Tuesday from 9 a.m.-12 p.m., city clerk. No Income Restrictions Storage Containers available In the right to reject any and all bids, to Wednesday from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and • SEASONAL MOWING POSITION: Call for more Inforamtion: waive informalities or irregularities in 620-236-7870 Kansas City & Solomon Ks. 20s’ 40s’ 1-5 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m.-12 The City of Chetopa is accepting KS Relay 711 45s’ 48s’ & 53s’ Call 785 655 9430 said bid to award the bid based on p.m. PS9-2tb applications for a Seasonal Mowing “This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer” or go online to chuckhenry.com for what the county deems to be in its best ______Person for the 2020 season. This interests. The bid shall be based on the pricing, availability & Freight. Bridge OFFICE COORDINATOR WANTED: position involves mowing with a tractor FOR RENT IN LONGTON: 1 bed/1 Specifications in the bid packet, which Decks. 40’x8’ 48’x8’6” 90’ x 8’6” 785 Sedan Floral, Inc. is seeking a full- and bush hog, a commercial riding lawn bath Apartment for rent in Longton, is available from Montgomery County 655 9430 chuckhenry.com. (KCAN) time Office Coordinator to join our mower and weed eating. Applications Kan. Call today for more details Public Works at 620-330-1170. team. Core responsibilities include: are available at the city complex 618 and a showing at 417-233-4466 or MG-M9-2tb entering orders, maintaining office N. 11th St. and should be returned to check our website for details and the workflow, assistance with procurement the city clerk. Position will be open until application: www.servicefirstrentals. LOST & FOUND of goods and supplies and/or other filled. LA7-2tc com. PS7-4tp tasks to aid the sales office. Applicants ______LOST: Emerald earring while shopping HELP WANTED ______must be available to work extended CUSTODIAN / MOWER: Chetopa in Independence on Friday, Feb. 28. FOR RENT IN SEDAN: Nice, hours during the Spring growing School is taking applications for full- Reward offered. Call (620) 336-3465. BOOKKEEPER: Public accounting furnished, two bedroom apartment at season. Competitive salary with health time custodian and a seasonal position MG-G10-1tp firm is accepting applications for an 149 E. Main, Sedan, Kan., $500 per experienced bookkeeper. QuickBooks insurance, 401k and paid vacation. for mowing. Contact Zach Lawellin, month beginning April 15, 2020. Call payroll processing is required. Benefits Please submit your resume or CV and 620-236-7244, [email protected]. Tom at 620-216-0515. PS8-6tb EOE. LA10-1tc ______FOR RENT IN CHAUTAUQUA: One REAL ESTATE CENTER CEDAR VALE FRIENDSHIP MEALS www.ksrealestate.com 1 column wide by bedroom furnished apartment; two CENTER MANAGER: 9:30 a.m.- bedroom apartments partly furnished. VEHICLES FOR SALE 1:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, Wonderful All utilities paid by owner. $400 AUCTION You are5.75 hereby notified inches that Vail's Automotive in at 2262 13000 Rd. opportunity working with older adults. deposit, $600 per month. 355 Hwy 99, Experience with food service helpful. Oswego, KS 67356 will hold a public auction on March 16, 2020 Chautauqua. Call 620-725-3770. Saturday, March 21 • 1 p.m. Some record keeping. High School at 10:00 a.m., for the following vehicles: PS9-2tp 624 4000 Road, Coffeyville length diploma or GED required. Apply at 609 ______YEAR: Land and home: 3.5 miles west of 1999 1996 2005 Cedar or call 620-758-2675. EOE. FOR RENT IN OSWEGO: Office Edna on U.S. 166 Hwy. 150 acres MAKE: Kia Jeep Hyndai PS10-2tb in downtown Oswego, located next +/- tillable, pasture, hay meadow. MODEL: Sephia Grand Cherokee Elantra ______door to Labette Avenue. Ideal for 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath, brick, ranch- VIN #: KNAFB1212X5764636 1J4FX58S1TC392993 KMHDN56D65U152659 JANITOR: Part-time janitor opening insurance, real estate, accounting or style home. Barn, outbuildings, 2 ForTotal all expenses cost:of the bill, storage $57.50 and publication of this vehicle. at the Caney City Library. $7.25 other business that might need office ponds, natural gas well. LA10-2tc average 8hrs/week. 620-879-5341 space that includes three rooms plus or [email protected]. Ask for restroom. Freshly painted, clean, Also to be auctioned at Jennifer Rosson. MG-C10-2tb ready to move in. See Rena at Labette 69th Annual Chisholm Trail Angus Sale ______above location: 1614 S. Avenue to see the office. 620-795- Friday, March 20, 2020 @ 1:00 p.m. NURSE’S AIDE: Taking applications 2550. LA9-tfp Walnut (U.S. 169 Hwy.), Nurses Aide, all shifts, 6-2, 2-10 and ______Coffeyville: Location: Winfield Livestock Auction FOR RENT IN CANEY: Houses for rent Commercial building (42x56) with (2 miles West of Winfield, KS on Hwy 160) 2 incolumns Caney. Two and three bedrooms, wide car 2,352 square feet, built in 1988 on Real Estate ports, storage sheds. No pets. Call 1.3 acres. About half of the buiding *44 bulls* 620- 879-2532.by tf is finished with individual rooms. REAL ESTATE CENTER•OSWEGO, 420 Wisconsin, 2/3-BR, *17 females* CH/A, 1-car garage...... $9,900 www.ksrealestate.com•57 ACRES, hunters paradise 4or inches in length 533 N. Penn Offering live viewing and bidding on the internet. building site, 4 miles N of Oswego on York Rd...... $4,000 PA Independence, Kansas Visit www.cattleusa.com and click on Winfield Livestock •CHETOPA, 215 Walnut, 3/4-BR, WELDING Clayton Farlow, broker/owner Auction to get approval for online bidding.AUCTIONCH/A, new kitchen...... $53,900 Saturday, March 21 • 1 p.m. 624 4000•CHETOPA, Road, Coffeyville 312 North 6th, 2-BR, For a catalog or brochure of sale, contact close to school....Reduced $29,900 SUPPLIES 620-331-7550 Land and home: 3.5 miles west of Edna on U.S. 166 Hwy. 150 acres +/- till- Total cost: $80.00 Bill McIntire, Sales Manager, 620-435-6646 •OSWEGO, 611 4th, 2-B, 2-BA , ev- We honor all Thompson able, pasture, hay meadow. 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath,erything brick, new ranch-style all over. home...... $77,900 David Alexander, auctioneer John Brazle, Auctioneer,Barn, outbuildings, 620-221-4364 2 ponds, natural gas well. •OSWEGO, 625 Kansas, 3-BR, 1-BA, Bros. present leases fenced backyard...... $45,000 620-331-3595 Bulls are free from known genetic defects. •OSWEGO, 320 Union, 2-BR, all new Bartlett Co-op Also to be auctioned at above location:everything...... 1614 S. Walnut $49,900 Oswego (U.S. 169 Hwy.), Coffeyville: We Need Listings! HUD Broker Commercial building (42x56) with 2,352 square feet, builtCheck in 1988 our Listings! on 1.3 (620) 795-2113 acres. About half of the buiding is finished with individualchesnuttauctioneers.com rooms. 412 Commercial St. Office location: 533 N. Penn • Independence,Oswego, Kansas Kansas Chesnutt & Chesnutt The deadline for Clayton Farlow, broker/owner David Alexander, auctioneer Auctioneers • Realtors placing a classified 620-331-7550 620-331-3595Oswego 795-2365 Jerry 236-7348 advertisement is Cody 795-2298 5 p.m., Monday Email: [email protected] Classified Ads Classified

RATES PER WEEK Up to 25 word...... $10.00 POSITION AVAILABLE Each additional word...... 20¢ TCI Industrial Services is taking applications for: Display ads, per column inch...... $10.00 Kanas Classified Ad Network.... Call for EXPERIENCED MACHINISTS rates Applicants must have: TERMS • Knoweldge of CNC and Conventional Machines • Cash in advance • Able to read and understand shop prints and measuring • VISA, American Express or Master- tools Card • Good attendance, strong work and communications skills • Credit given only to those with established accounts. along with being highly motivated.

OFFICES TCI offers an excellent benefit package and pay is based on ex- 711 Fourth • P.O. Box 269 perience. Applications can be obtained at our office located at 933 Oswego, KS 67356 (620) 795-2550 Fillmore, Fredonia, KS 66736, or on our website at www.tcifabrica- (620) 795-4712 fax tion.com. MC-T9-2tb [email protected]

P.O. Box 417 Sedan, KS 67361 (620) 725-3176 [email protected]

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202 W. Fourth • P.O. Box 186 Now Has 2 Locations! Caney, KS 67333 205 W. 9th, Coffeyville (620) 879-2156 (620) 879-2855 fax (620) 251-2200 [email protected] East of Dearing, KS (620) 948-3400 DEADLINE (3 miles east of Dearing or west of Coffeyille Country Club on Woodland Ave.) Deadline:...... Monday, 5 p.m. New & Used • Antiques • Furniture • La-Z-Boy Recliners Thursday, March 5, 2020 Montgomery County Chronicle Page A11 REAL ESTATE MISCELLANEOUS PUBLIC NOTICES

FOR SALE OR TRADE: Office and 2 1-620-387-8785. (KCAN) (Published in the Montgomery County Chronicle on Thursday, March 5, 2020) Miller, 410 E. Taylor, Caney, KS 67333, 620-879-2272. bedroom apartment at 149 E. Main, Date and time of hearing: March 16, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. Sedan, Kan. $60,000. Office rented for DONATE YOUR CAR TO CHARITY. Place of hearing: Independence Judicial Center, Independence, KS 67301, NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND OF 2nd Floor $700/mo. Will trade for land. Call Tom Receive maximum value of write off ISSUANCE OF TAXABLE INDUSTRIAL /s/ Deborah Lewis at 620-216-0515. PS7-8tb for your taxes. Running or not! All Clerk of the District Court ______conditions accepted. Free pickup. Call REVENUE BONDS We will sell your home or land. for details. 844-268-9386. (KCAN) Public notice is hereby given that the Board of County Commissioners of We can find that right house for you! ______Montgomery County, Kansas (the “Issuer”), will conduct a public hearing on ______March 16, 2020 at 10:00 a.m., or as soon thereafter as may be heard at the (Published in the Montgomery County Chronicle on Thursday, March 5, 2020) HOWARD: 344 E. Randolph, NEW LOWEST PRICES ON HEALTH Commission Office in the basement of the Judicial Center, 300 E. Myrtle, Inde‑ PRICE $72,500. Beautiful, Victorian, INSURANCE. We have the best rates pendence, Kansas in regard to the issuance by the Issuer of its Taxable Industri‑ three bedroom, two bath, oak with from top companies! Call Now! 855- al Revenue Bonds (Prosperiti Builders), in the approximate principal amount of NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING cherry inlay floors, new roof and 656-6792. (KCAN) $20,000,000 (the “Bonds”) and in regard to an exemption from ad valorem taxa‑ SOUTHEAST KANSAS COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM tion of property constructed or purchased with the proceeds of such Bonds. The Southeast Kansas Community Action Program (SEK-CAP) will hold a Public guttering in 2019, kitchen remodel ______Bonds are proposed to be issued by the Issuer under authority of K.S.A. 12‑1740 in 2010, full bathroom downstairs ATTENTION MEDICARE Hearing to accept public comments regarding proposed updates to the SEK- et seq., as amended, to pay the costs of the acquisition, construction, renovation CAP Public Housing Authority (PHA) 5-Year Plan and Housing Administrative and upstairs, insulation in the attic RECIPIENTS! Save you money on and equipping of a commercial facility located at 2412 Highway 169, Coffeyville, Plan on Tuesday, April 28, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. The Hearing will be held at the and under the floors, CH/A, two car your Medicare supplement plan. FREE Kan. The Issuer further intends to lease such facility to Prosperiti Builders LLC, SEK-CAP Central Office, 401 N. Sinnet, Girard, KS. The PHA 5-Year Plan is detached garage. QUOTES from top providers. Excellent a Missouri limited liability company (the “Tenant”). The governing body of the a document that outlines administrative goals and objectives for the SEK-CAP Issuer will not adopt a resolution authorizing the issuance of such revenue bonds HOWARD: 707 E. Monroe, $18,750. coverage. Call for a no obligation quote Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program. The Housing Administrative Plan until said public hearing has been concluded. is an agency guide for the administration of the HUD Section 8 Housing Choice Three bedroom, one bath, hardwood to see how much you can save! 855- Notice is further given, in accordance with K.S.A. 12‑1744e, that the Issuer Voucher program, Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA), and other housing floors, all window coverings stay, 587-1299. (KCAN) intends to issue the Bonds and lease the facility to the Tenant as set out above. programs when applicable. The proposed updates include goals and objectives kitchen stove, microwave, washer and ______A copy of this Notice, together with a copy of the inducement resolution of the for the next five years, as well as changes to the Section 8 Housing Choice Issuer to be considered for adoption on March 16, 2020, indicating the intent of Voucher Recertification Process. SEK-CAP will accept written comments prior to dryer stay, corner lot. VIAGRA AND CIALIS USERS! the governing body of the Issuer to issue such Bonds and a report analyzing the Faith Realty There’s a cheaper alternative than high the Public Hearing. Any comments received in writing will be read aloud during costs and benefits of such property tax exemption are on file in the office of the the hearing and submitted with the PHA 5-Year Plan. Judy Nungesser, Realtor drugstore prices! 50 Pills SPECIAL Clerk, or will be as soon as completed, and available for public inspection during The SEK-CAP PHA 5-Year Plan, Housing Administrative Plan, proposed up‑ 620-330-3688 $99.00 FREE Shipping! 100% normal business hours. dates, and the Form HUD 50077-SL can be reviewed at the SEK-CAP Central E-mail: [email protected] guaranteed. CALL NOW! 855-850- All persons having an interest in this matter will be given an opportunity to be Office, during the hours of 8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday, orby heard at the time and place above specified. PS3-tfn 3904. (KCAN) visiting the SEK-CAP website, www.sek-cap.com. For additional information, Dated: March 4, 2020 contact SEK-CAP Housing Services at 620-724-8204, ext.1004. ______Charlotte Scott-Schmidt, Clerk BEST SATELLITE TV with 2 Year Price Guarantee! $59.99/mo with 190 ______(Published in the Montgomery County Chronicle on Thursday, March 5, 2020) AREA SERVICES channels and 3 months free premium (Published in the Montgomery County Chronicle, Thursday, March 5, 2020) movie channels! Free next day SEPTIC TANKS - Sold and installed. IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY, KAN., SITTING AT installation! Call 316-223-4415. BEFORE THE STATE CORPORATION COMMISSION COFFEYVILLE Contact Roland Meisch at 620-374- (KCAN) OF THE STATE OF KANSAS 2556. PS1-tfn ______IN THE MATTER OF THE ADOPTION OF T.K.L., MINOR CHILD ______GET A-RATED DENTAL NOTICE OF FILING APPLICATION Case No. 2020 AD – 03 C

WICKHAM TRUCKING for your rock, INSURANCE starting at around $1 RE: Peak Energy LLC. — Application for a permit to authorize the disposal of sand, and dirt needs. Call 620-725- PER DAY! Save 25% on Enrollment saltwater into Murdock Lease, well #6, located in Montgomery County, Kansas. NOTICE OF HEARING 3317 or 620-249-2867. PS1-tfn TO: All Oil and Gas Producers, Unleased Mineral Interest Owners, Landown‑ To The Unknown Father of T.K.L. and any other concerned persons: Now! No Waiting Periods. 200k+ ers, and all persons whomever concerned. ______You are hereby notified that a Petition for Stepparent Adoption has been filed Providers Nationwide. Everyone is You, and each of you, are hereby notified that Peak Energy LLC. has filed an in the District Court of Montgomery County, Kansas, praying for an order permit‑ PIANO TUNING & REPAIR: Phil Accepted! Call 785-329-9747 (M-F 9-5 application to commence the disposal of salt water into the Arbuckle & Missis‑ ting the adoption of the above-referenced child. You are further notified that the Adams, Independence, KS. 620-926- ET). (KCAN) sippi formation at the Murdock Lease well #6, located in Section 5, Township 34, Petition will be called for hearing on the March 31, 2020, at 9:00 o’clock A.M., Range 17 East, Montgomery County, Kansas, with maximum operating pressure 1388. Go to www.pianotuningrepair. ______at the Montgomery County Courthouse, 3rd Floor City Hall Building, 102 W. 7th, of 300 lbs. and a maximum injection rate of 1500 bbls per day. Coffeyville, Kansas, or as soon thereafter as the court can hear the same. You net. MC50-tfn ORLANDO + DAYTONA BEACH Any persons who object to or protest this application shall be required to file ______are required to file your written defenses thereto on or before said date and time, FLORIDA VACATION! 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A PLACE FOR MOM has helped over Publishing will help you self-publish You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed in this court alleging that All creditors are notified to exhibit their demands against the estate within four a million families find senior living. your own book. FREE author the children named above are each a Child in Need of Care. The Court may find (4) months from the date of first publication of this Notice, as provided by law, and Our trusted, local advisors help find submission kit! Limited offer! Why that the parents are unfit by reason or conduct or condition which renders the if their demands are not thus exhibited, they shall be forever barred. parents unable to care properly for the children, the conduct or condition is un‑ LAWRENCE A. BOWMAN, petitioner solutions to your unique needs at no wait? Call now: 855-939-2090. 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Ideal second career for older or long-term opportunity the parents’ parental rights. vs. for younger. An attorney has been appointed as guardian ad litem for the children: Heath Lana Dean, et al., Defendants. To apply, send resume and materials to Lampson, 400 N. 14th St., Independence, KS 67301; 620-331-4329. You have Case No. 19CV97I the right to appear before the Court and be heard personally, either with or with‑ K.S.A. 60 [email protected], or to 1751 Beech Ave., out an attorney. The Court will appoint an attorney for any parent who desires Mortgage Foreclosure Larchwood IA, 51241. an attorney but is financially unable to hire one. The Court may order one or (Title to Real Estate Involved) both parents to pay child support. An attorney has been appointed for Lauren Jennings: Karen Miller, 410 E. Taylor, Caney, KS 67333, 620-879-2272; for Brian Noble and the unknown father: Michael Hassenplug, P.O. Box 1177, Coffeyville, NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE KS 67337, 620-251-8300. Under and by virtue of an Order of Sale issued by the Clerk of the District Date and time of hearing: March 16, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. Court in and for the said County of Montgomery, State of Kansas, in a certain Place of hearing: Independence Judicial Center, Independence, KS 67301, cause in said Court Numbered 19CV97I, wherein the parties above named were 2nd Floor respectively plaintiff and defendant, and to me, the undersigned Sheriff of said County, directed, I will offer for sale at public auction and sell to the highest bidder PIONEER HERD SINCE 1957 /s/ Deborah Lewis F√ed Ranch Clerk of the District Court for cash in hand at 02:00 PM, on 04/02/2020, at the Main Door of the Courthouse Jamie & Kay Fred in Independence, Montgomery County, Kansas, the following described real es‑ 84959 442nd Ave., Rose, NE 68714 (402) 273-4236 tate located in the County of Montgomery, State of Kansas, to wit: Jamie Cell: (402) 760-1152 · Kay Cell: (402) 760-0891 Ben Quandt: (308) 215-0069 HIGH SELLING BULL LOTS 2, 3 AND THE EAST HALF OF LOT 4, BLOCK 3, BROOKS ADDITION E-mail: [email protected] ______FROM OUR 2019 SALE – TO THE CITY OF CANEY, MONTGOMERY COUNTY, KANSAS. www.fredranch.com Bells & Whistles son!! (Published in the Montgomery County Chronicle on Thursday, March 5 and 12, 2020) Ron Wade, sheriff PLAN TO ATTEND Montgomery County, Kan. FRED RANCH REGISTERED IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY, KAN., JUVENILE Respectfully Submitted, BULL & HEIFER SALE DIVISION By: Saturday, March 23, 2020 · 1:00 P.M. CT Shawn Scharenborg, KS # 24542 Burwell Livestock Market, Burwell, Neb. IN THE INTEREST OF: Sara Pelikan, KS # 23624 SELLING ALL VIRGIN BULLS – T. R. A. S., Minor Child, Year of Birth 2010, A X female Dustin Stiles, KS # 25152 YEARLING · 18-MONTH-OLD · 2 YEAR-OLDS Kozeny & McCubbin, L.C. (St. Louis Office) FRED RANCH13 Replacement REGISTERED Heifers will sell following the Bulls. Case No. 17 JC 53 C BULL & HEIFERINQUIRIES WELCOME! SALE 12400 Olive Blvd., Suite 555 March 23 • 1:00 p.m. CT St. Louis, MO 63141 NOTICE OF HEARING-Publication Phone: (314) 991-0255 Burwell Livestock Market • Burwell, NE Pursuant to K.S.A. 38-2237 Fax: (314) 567-8006 SELLING • ALL VIRGIN BULLS • YEARLING • 18-MONTH-OLD • 2-YEAR-OLDS TO: MICHAEL DEAN STINE, ANY UNKNOWN PARENT OR GRANDPAR‑ Email(s): [email protected]; [email protected] — 13 Replacement Heifers will sell –following HERD SIRES the– Bulls — DCC Smart Timing 1601 P • M6 Bells & Whistles 258 P • LT Affinity 6221 PLD • Freds Cotton 3366 ENT and all other persons who are or may be concerned: Attorney for Plaintiff ResourceINQUIRIES 417 P • Fred DoubleWELCOME Reverse 7512 • Fred Avignon FR31 7707 • Whitewood M6 Slam Dunk 3115 P • White River • LT Bluegrass 4017 P • WCR Thunder 4292 P You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed in this court alleging that HERD SIRES: DCC Smart Timing 1601PC PMissouri • M6 BellsBob 1227 & Whistles • Fred Silent 258 Hero P 531 • LT • FCAffinity Casanova 72276221 P •PLD M&M Outsider 4003 PLD • Freds Cotton 3366 • Resource 417 P • Fred Double Reverse 7512 • Fred Avignon FR31 7707 the children named above are each a Child in Need of Care. The Court may find – AUCTIONEER – • Whitewood • M6 Slam Dunk 3115 P • White River • LTSeth Bluegrass Weishaar (605) 4017 210-1124 P • WCR ThunderSale Videos 4292 &P Broadcast HIGH SELLING BULL that the parents are unfit by reason or conduct or condition which renders the ______www.fredranch.com FROM OUR 2019 SALE- parents unable to care properly for the children, the conduct or condition is un‑ (Published in the Montgomery County Chronicle on Thursday, Feb. 27, and March 5 Sale Videos & Broadcast Check Check often-- often-- Bells & Whistles son!! www.fredranch.com Fred Fred Ranch Ranch likely to change in the foreseeable future, the parental rights of the parent should and 12, 2020) Jamie & Kay Fred: 702-273-4236 • 84959 442nd Ave., Rose, NE 68714 PIONEER HERD SINCE 1957 be terminated, and a permanent custodian should be appointed for the children. Jamie Cell: 402-760-1152 • Kay Cell: 402-760-0891 A hearing on the petition is scheduled for the 16th day of March 2020, at IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY, KAN., SITTING AT COF‑ Ben Quandt: 308-215-0069• Email: [email protected] F√ed Ranch Jamie & Kay Fred 1:00 p.m. At the hearing the Court may issue orders relating to the care, custody FEYVILLE 84959 442nd Ave., Rose, NE 68714 and control of the children. The hearing will determine if the parents should be (402) 273-4236 Jamie Cell: (402) 760-1152 · Kay Cell: (402) 760-0891 deprived of their parental rights and the right to custody of the children. IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BRIAN JEROME MCCULLOUGH, DE- Ben Quandt: (308) 215-0069 HIGH SELLINGThe BULLparent(s), and any other person having legal custody are required to CEASED E-mail: [email protected] FROMappear OUR 2019 before SALE – this Court on the date and time shown, or to file your written re‑ Case No. 20 PR-7 C www.fredranch.com Bells & Whistles son!! sponse to the petition with the Clerk of the District Court prior to that time. Failure to respond or to appear before the Court at the time shown will not prevent the PLAN TO ATTENDCourt from entering judgment as requested in the petition, finding that each child NOTICE OF HEARING AND named above is a Child in Need of Care, removing the children from the custody NOTICE TO CREDITORS FRED RANCH REGISTEREDof parent, parents or any other present legal custodian until further order of the Court, or finding the parents unfit, and entering an order permanently terminating THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALL PERSONS CONCERNED BULL & HEIFERthe parents’ SALE parental rights. You are notified that on February 24, 2020, a Petition was filed in this Court by Vicki Saturday, March 23, 2020 · 1:00 P.M. CT J. McCullough, an heir, devisee and legatee of Brian J. McCullough, deceased, re‑ Burwell Livestock Market, Burwell,An attorney Neb. has been appointed as guardian ad litem for the children: Dan Reynolds, P.O Box 747, Independence, KS 67301; 620-331-1800. You have the questing the issuance of letters of administration of the Estate of Brian J. McCullough, SELLING ALL VIRGINright BULLSto appear – before the Court and be heard personally, either with or without deceased. You are required to file your written defenses to the petition on or before YEARLING · 18-MONTH-OLDan attorney. · 2 YEAR-OLDS The Court will appoint an attorney for any parent who desires an the 17th day of March 2020, at 9:00 a.m., in the District Court of Montgomery County, 13 Replacement Heifers will attorneysell following but the is Bulls. financially unable to hire one. The Court may order one or both INQUIRIES WELCOME! parents to pay child support. An attorney has been appointed for you: Karen • continued on next page

– HERD SIRES – DCC Smart Timing 1601 P • M6 Bells & Whistles 258 P • LT Affinity 6221 PLD • Freds Cotton 3366 Resource 417 P • Fred Double Reverse 7512 • Fred Avignon FR31 7707 • Whitewood M6 Slam Dunk 3115 P • White River • LT Bluegrass 4017 P • WCR Thunder 4292 P PC Missouri Bob 1227 • Fred Silent Hero 531 • FC Casanova 7227 P • M&M Outsider 4003 PLD

– AUCTIONEER – Seth Weishaar (605) 210-1124 Sale Videos & Broadcast www.fredranch.com Check often-- Fred Ranch Page A12 Montgomery County Chronicle Thursday, March 5, 2020 DATEBOOK

Friday at the Caney City Li- • Independence High School THURSDAYMARCH5 brary, 1 p.m.; Make and Take Drama and Vocal Music Depart- • USD 44 Cherryvale-Thayer Craft, bird feeder, 2-5 p.m. ments present Disney’s “News- Schools will hold a “Facilities • First Friday, provided by ies, The Musical,” 7:30 p.m., in Discussion” from 5:30 to 7 p.m. the Independence Chamber the IHS Performing Arts Center, in the CMHS Library. This is an of Commerce and the City of tickets available at the door, $8 opportunity for the public to ask Independence, 7:30 a.m. to 9 for adults, $6 for students. questions of architects and con- a.m., Independence Civic Cen- • Coffeyville Field Kindley struction experts about items ter, sponsored by Home Town High School musical produc- of importance related to school Healthcare. tion of “All Shook Up”, 7 p.m., maintenance, construction and • Inter-state Farm and Home at Benefiel Auditorium, tickets remodeling. Show at Nellis Hall, Coffeyville sold at the door. • Caney Valley Food Pantry, Community College, 400 W. • Daylight Saving Time starts Ridgeway and Taylor streets, 11th Street, Coffeyville, 1 to 7 on Sunday, March 8. Set your open from noon to 2 p.m., ques- p.m. clocks ahead one hour. tions can be answered at this • USD 436-Caney Valley will time about the food pantry. not hold school today due to • Celebrate Independence parent-teacher conferences presents “Celebrating the Arts SUNDAYMARCH8 held this week. • Independence High School at Independence Community • USD 446-Independence Drama and Vocal Music Depart- College,” 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. will not hold school today due to ments present Disney’s “News- at 2000 W. Laurel St., Indepen- teacher in-service day. ies, The Musical,” 2:30 p.m., in dence. The event will be spon- the IHS Performing Arts Center, sored by Express Employment tickets available at the door, $8 Professionals. SATURDAYMARCH7 for adults, $6 for students. • The monthly meeting of the • The Independence Lions • Coffeyville Field Kindley Montgomery County Democrat- Club’s Ham & Beans luncheon High School musical produc- ic Party will be held at the Ten- I(vegetable soup will also be tion of “All Shook Up,” 2 p.m., nis House, Riverside Park, Inde- available) will be held from 11 at Benefiel Auditorium, tickets pendence, at 6 p.m. Democratic a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Wesley sold at the door. Party members are encouraged Center, 200 S. Penn, Indepen- to attend. dence. Tickets are $7 per person and children under 12 are MONDAYMARCH9 $4, available at the door. An as- • Montgomery County Com- FRIDAYMARCH6 sortment of homemade pies will mission will meet at 9 a.m., in • Independence High School also be available. the lower level of the Montgom- Drama and Vocal Music Depart- • Saturday Morning Cartoons ery County Judicial Center in ments present Disney’s “News- at the Caney City Library, 9-10 Independence. ies, The Musical,” 7:30 p.m., in a.m. • The USD 436-Caney Valley the IHS Performing Arts Center, • Inter-state Farm and Home Board of Education will hold its tickets available at the door, $8 Show at Nellis Hall, Coffeyville monthly meeting, which is open for adults, $6 for students. Community College, 400 W. to the public, at 6:30 p.m. in • Coffeyville Field Kindley 11th Street, Coffeyville, 8:30 the board meeting room, 700 E. High School musical produc- a.m. to 4 p.m. Bullpup Blvd. tion of “All Shook Up,” 7 p.m., • Independence Community • The Cherryvale USD 447 at Benefiel Auditorium, tickets Recycling Collection Day, 8 a.m. Board of Education regular sold at the door. to noon, Sanitation Yard, 21st meeting will be held at 7 p.m., • Chair yoga is held every Maple, Independence. in the Cherryvale Middle-High School Library. • The Independence USD 446 Board of Education monthly PUBLIC NOTICES meeting at the Independence High School Library, 7 p.m. • The Coffeyville Board of • continued from previous page Education will hold its monthly Kansas, sitting at Coffeyville, at which time and place the cause will be heard. Should meeting at the board office at 5 you fail to file your written defenses, judgment and decree will be entered in due course p.m. Note the time change for upon the Petition. this meeting. All creditors of the decedent are notified to exhibit their demands against the Estate within the latter of four months from the date of first publication of notice under K.S.A. • The City of Tyro will hold 59-2236 and amendments thereto, or if the identity of the creditor is known or reason‑ its monthly council meeting at 7 ably ascertainable, 30 days after actual notice was given as provided by law, and if p.m. at the Tyro City Hall. their demands are not thus exhibited, they shall be forever barred. • The City of Havana will hold VICKI E. MCCULLOUGH, Petitioner its monthly council meeting at 6 SCHNEIDER LAW OFFICE p.m. in the Havana City Hall. Curt T. Schneider SC #06722 204 W. 8th Street • The Caney Pioneers 4-H P.O. Box 562 Club will hold its monthly meet- Coffeyville, KS 67337 ing at 7 p.m. at the Trinity Lu- 620/251-6530 theran Church, Caney. Thursday, March 5, 2020 Montgomery County Chronicle Page B1 K-State specialist: use common sense to protect from coronavirus As Americans brace actions we can take.” • Avoid touching your care immediately. be taken seriously. She Yelland cited a recent for the impact of the new In fact, the U.S. Centers eyes, nose and mouth. “Preventing sickness from said that Americans should report in the Journal of the coronavirus in the United for Disease Control, the • Cover your mouth with this particular virus is like routinely read updates and American Medical Associa- States, a pair of Kansas State country’s leading medical your sleeve or a tissue when a lot of other respiratory vi- information from the CDC, tion that indicated the fatality University specialists say authority on emerging health coughing or sneezing. ruses that circulate this time and in Kansas, from the Kan- rate of coronavirus in China the best defense against the threats, lists hand-washing • Seek medical care for of year,” said Londa Nwa- sas Department of the Health was 1% to 2%. “However, the emerging threat may be one at the top of a short list of fever, cough or difficulty dike, a food safety specialist and Environment. fatality rate is as high as 8% of the most simple. preventative steps Americans breathing. whose academic background “For a lot of things, it’s to15% among older adults in “If you’re feeling panicked can take toward COVID-19, In addition, experts are is in public health. “The good to be prepared, wheth- China,” she said. about the coronavirus – or which is the particular strain encouraging Americans to same steps we have taken to er it’s coronavirus or influen- “But higher fatality rates not – go wash your hands,” of coronavirus now in the avoid close contact with prevent getting the flu are za or anything else,” Nwa- are not only limited to the said Erin Yelland, a K-State news. people who are sick and to important for stopping this dike said. “Do things based coronavirus; 0.1% of the Research and Extension spe- The CDC’s recommenda- disinfect surfaces and objects virus, as well.” on science, not just because population that gets the flu cialist in adult development tions include: that are touched frequently. Nwadike said reports of everyone else is doing it.” in America will die from it, and aging. “That is truly • Wash hands often for 20 Those who feel sick should coronavirus in the U.S. is not Yelland urged older adults and 90% of those deaths are one of the best preventative seconds with soap and water. stay home or seek medical cause for panic, but should to be especially attentive to among adults 65 and older,” taking care of themselves. Yelland said. “Age is clearly “Older adults are at a huge risk factor for com- heightened risk of compli- plications, hospitalizations cations from many illnesses and death from many viruses LOOKING FOR A FINANCIAL LIFT? HOW ‘BOUT A – such as the flu, pneumonia, and illnesses. As such, older norovirus, and coronavirus adults must be diligent in LITTLE NIP AND TUCK IN THE DEBT AREA? NOW – and need to take appropri- their hand-washing, staying ate precautions,” she said. away from others who are “Taking these precautions sick, and staying up-to-date THROUGH APRIL 30, 2020 GREAT PLAINS IS is something we should be on all vaccinations, including doing every day, not just their yearly flu shot.” OFFERING “PLASTIC” SURGERY LOANS*. when there is a global issue. The CDC has published a In such institutional settings fact sheet to answer addi- as nursing homes, the pre- tional questions about coro- cautions are very much the navirus. Persons with any same: wash your hands, limit doubts on whether they have visitation from sick family been sickened by the coro- members, and group people navirus should seek medical who are ill in the same area assistance. or wing.”

Labette Health expands local leadership team PARSONS – Labette Health tain her leadership of the ac- has announced the expansion counting/financial team. of its leadership team with “Janet’s results-oriented the promotion of Janet Soper approach and ability to think to vice president of strategically will revenue cycle and play a pivotal role controller. in continuing our Soper graduat- track record of de- ed from Pittsburg livering high-qual- State University ity healthcare and with a bachelor’s driving innova- degree in account- tion, while helping ing. She began her Labette Health to career at Labette realize its plans Health as an ac- for growth,” said countant in 1984 Tom Macaronas, and was promoted Janet Soper vice president and to the controller in chief financial offi- 1997. cer. “We’re approaching our “It’s rewarding to take this most innovative strategic plan next step in my career with for the next 20 years and her such a forward-thinking, fis- vast experience will be high- cally responsible organiza- ly important to our continued tion,” said Soper. “I’m excited growth and success.” to see Labette Health’s continued growth in the coming years to elevate the already exceptional care and service we provide to the communi- Coffeyville *APR = Annual Percentage Rate. ties we serve.” As the vice president of Junior Advisory Actual APR dependent on credit revenue cycle and controller, qualifications and terms. Certain Soper will focus on identify- Council accepting ing, analyzing, reducing and credit restrictions apply. resolving all revenue cycle applications for issues associated with the hospital and insurance col- grant projects lections, charge master, rev- COFFEYVILLE — The Ju- enue enhancement, medical 123 East Main • Independence, KS 67301 nior Advisory Council (JAC), records and coding, etc. She the youth philanthropy coun- will help to ensure that all cil of the Coffeyville Area (620) 331-4060 • (800) 530-5595 revenue cycle initiatives align Community Foundation, is with the organization’s stra- now accepting grant applica- www.greatplainsfcu.com tegic priorities and will main- tions for smaller projects in the Coffeyville Area. The primary focus of the JAC grant is to support youth leadership and youth-centered non-profit organizations in Coffeyville, and the surrounding areas. Grants are based on a one-time, single-year award. The deadline for grant applications is April 1, 2020 for awards announced in May 2020. Groups who have been awarded grants in the past Orthopedic surgery is pretty common these days, but recovery is a difficult journey include Coffeyville Recreation for some. Whether you’re getting a new knee, a new shoulder or a hip repair like Fran- Commission Youth Activities, ces did, it may be a struggle for you to return to your own home and care for yourself Boys and Girls Club – Shop after you leave the hospital. With a Cop, Coffeyville Chil- That’s why we created Home N Sight, a residence devoted exclusively to caring for dren’s Summer Theatre, Cof- feyville Regional Medical Cen- short-term patients recovering from illness, injury or surgery. At Home N Sight you ter -- OK Kids, Crisis Resource can rest and recuperate in our large, well-appointed, private rooms. Occupational, Center, Coffeyville Community physical and speech therapy services are offered daily by licensed therapists. The ther- Children’s Choir and many apy department is conveniently located on-site and features a fully-equipped kitchen more. and bathroom where patients can practice daily living skills before returning home. JAC, under the direction of the Coffeyville Area Commu- The road to recovery can be a long one, but Home N Sight can make it a easier. If a nity Foundation, is a group joint replacement or other surgery is in your future, we encourage you to plan ahead. of high school age students Come visit Home N Sight and see how we can help you get better faster following interested in philanthropy, your surgery. volunteering, learning leadership skills, voicing their opinion on important youth issues 105 Catalpa Street • Coffeyville, KS and working with community (620) 251-5190 • www.windsorplace.net youth. These students will consider grant applications to programs that benefit youth “Home N Sight has been a wonderful experience. Everyone is a pleasure to be around. They are so helpful. All your needs are met. I in our community. work with the therapy department every day. I have definitely seen improvement. It helps with my balance and strength in my legs For more information or and arms. I can’t say enough good things. The nurses are all on their toes, and the aides are just as good as the nurses. My son and to request an application visit coffeyvillefoundation.org or daughter-in-law are very pleased with my care. I would live here forever and ever if I needed to.” contact J.A.C. Advisor, Kari Frances Daley – Patient at Windsor Place Home N Sight Vannoster Price at phone: 620-515-1118 or email: [email protected]. Page B2 Montgomery County Chronicle Thursday, March 5, 2020 SPORTS Going to Hutch! Red Ravens clinch Region 6 championship, make familiar trip to national tourney

BY ANDY TAYLOR close friendship and deep admira- [email protected] tion from their years at Coffeyville. DODGE CITY — Twenty-five years “People think it’s awesome that I ago, Jay Herkelman was an un- was coaching one of my former as- known greenhorn in the community sistant coaches, and it really wasn’t college coaching ranks in Kansas. awesome,” said Herkelman. “It was However, he raised some eye- really difficult for me because we brows in his inaugural 1994-95 not only were coaches but friends season when he took his Coffeyville over the seven years Kyle was in Community College Red Ravens to Coffeyville. It was difficult to look the Region 6 championship game down the arena and see Kyle and to before falling to the Butler Grizzlies, see him and his team with the way who were the conference kings of we won the game. Yes, there was that era. exhilaration on our side but I felt Fast forward to Tuesday night, bad for him on the other side. and all of the memories of what “I’m proud of the way he led But- happened 25 years ago came flood- ler in his first season. They are going back to Herkelman as he stood ing to be back in this position and in the middle of the United Market it will be probably soon. And they’ll Arena in Dodge City, Kan, with the be playing for a national champion- Region 6 championship trophy in ship.” one hand and a ticket to the NJCAA Men’s National Tournament in the other. After his Red Ravens recorded a thrilling 83-81 comeback vic- Ravens upset Cowley, tory over Butler on Tuesday night to claim the 2020 Region 6 champi- defeat Barton and Dodge onship, Herkelman, who is now the City in earlier rounds dean of community college coach- Getting to the Region 6 champi- ing in the region, had to reminisce onship game required Coffeyville to about his foray into the world of record one of its biggest victories in championship ball a quarter centu- program history. ry earlier Coffeyville upset top-seed and “There’s definitely a story about #16-ranked Cowley, 87-83, on Mon- this game,” he said. day in the Region 6 semi-final round. And, what stories Herkelman The Red Ravens managed to put could tell. on a clinic in the first half of that And, what a novel Herkelman game, sporting a sizable, head-turn- could write about his two and a half ing 56-34 lead at halftime before decades of coaching from the Red seeing Cowley claw back in the sec- Ravens’ sidelines, especially when ond half. The Tigers were able to cut national tournament berths are on Coffeyville Community College men’s head basketball coach Jay Herkelman celebrates the NJCAA Region 6 tour- the deficit to four points at several the line. nament title by hoisting the basketball nets, which were cut from the rims at the United Wireless Arena in Dodge intervals late in the second half, but In what seems like a repeat head- City on Tuesday night. PHOTO BY YVONNE HULL the Red Raven were able to keep the line for the Red Ravens, Coffeyville Tigers in their own lair for the re- is once again heading to the NJCAA careened a jump shot off the back- season. And, that resilience showed list with 15 points, followed by 14 mainder of the contest. Men’s National Tournament, thanks board and into the basket, giving up again in the second half.” points each from Larry White and Coffeyville’s Tylor Perry led all to the team’s jaw-dropping triumph Coffeyville the two-point lead and Coffeyville trailed rival Butler, 44- Manny Crump. Tylor Perry and Bos- scorers with 34 points. Tony Hutson over rival Butler on Tuesday night. the eventual win. 39, at halftime and saw that deficit tyn Holt each scored 12 points in the scored 16 points while Meikkel Mur- Winning the Region 6 title required The game-winning bucket punc- grow in the second half when the victory. ray added 10 points. a resilient performance from the tuated a big day for Murray, a Grizzlies, who are now coached by Butler was led with a game-high In the quarter-final round on Sun- Red Ravens with 2.1 seconds left Bronx, N.Y., sophomore. Earlier in former CCC assistant coach Kyle 25 points from Javaunte Hawkins day, Coffeyville delivered a 92-79 in the game. With the game tied at the day, he learned he was named Fisher, went on a 13-0 run. With a and 15 points from Grehlon Easter. blow to the Barton Panthers. Murray 81-81, Coffeyville’s Tony Hutson, a the KJCCC’S East Division Player of double-digit lead, Butler had every- Coffeyville will now await the an- led CCC’s scoring list with 21 points. sophomore from Jonesboro, Ark., the Year. He also earned the Region thing in hand. nouncement of the NJCAA Men’s Na- Also in double digits were Tony Hut- had the ball on an inbounds play in 6 Tournament’s Most Valuable Play- However, a quarter century of tional Tournament pairings, which son and Tylor Perry with 17 points front of the Red Raven bench. Hut- er Award. history involving Herkelman and the will be released on Monday morning each. Kymani Dunham came off the son lobbed the roundball to team- “This took a lot of guts,” said Her- Region 6 tournament turned yet an- at njcaa.org. Herkelman will take bench to score 13 points while Larry mate Meikkel Murray under the kelman about Coffeyville’s win. “But, other epic chapter in the second half his 11th team to the NJCAA national White added 11 points. Red Ravens’ basket. Murray quickly these guys have been resilient all of Tuesday’s championship game. tournament tournament in Hutchin- In the opening round contest last “We challenged the team at half- son, Kan., since 2002. And, he holds Wednesday, Feb. 26, Coffeyville had time that if they want to make this the distinction of taking the Red Ra- an easy time defeating Dodge City, their final 20 minutes of the season, vens to the national tournament in 97-63. then they need to put the fatigue each of the past four seasons. NJCAA to reveal tourney teams Monday Murray led the Red Ravens with and the pain behind them,” said Fisher, the former CCC assistant 19 points while Manny Crump Coffeyville Community College will know its place in the 2020 NJCAA Herkelman. “When Butler went up now commanding the Butler pro- scored 17 points. Also in double dig- Men’s National Tournament when the NJCAA unveils the tournament pair- on that 13-0 scoring run to start the gram, was part of those seasons in its were Larry White with 13 points, ings on Monday, March 9. second half, we had a deer-in-the- which the Red Ravens found famil- Tony Hutson with 11 points, and The NJCAA will hold its Division 1 Basketball Selection Show at 10:30 headlights look in our eyes. But, we iar seats in the national tournament. Bostyn Holt with 10 points. a.m., that morning. The selection show will be viewable at www.njcaa.org. challenged them again during a tim- However, things felt somewhat

The NJCAA Division I Men’s National Tournament will be played in eout. And, they were resilient.” awkward for Herkelman and Fish- Hutchinson, Kan., on March 16-21. Murray led Coffeyville’s scoring er in Tuesday’s games. Both have a CCC’s Murray, ICC’s Reeves are KJCCC East Division’s top players

Montgomery County holds claim to the top 2019-20 season. CCC finished the season with dependence sophomore Sam’i Roe. Neosho County: Jonathan Breeland Jr, freshman; Jae-Min men’s and women’s basketball players in the a 25-7 overall record and a 14-6 standing in The East Division’s Coach of the Year honor Yang, sophomore Kansas Jayhawk Community College Confer- the East Division, falling to eventual East Divi- went to Cowley’s Tommy DeSalme. ence East Division. sion champion Butler in ALL-KJCCC EAST DIVISION WOMEN’S AWARDS On Tuesday, the conference announced its the regular season fina- ALL-KJCCC EAST DIVISION MEN’S AWARDS Player of the Year: Brittany Reeves, Independence All-KJCCC player se- le. Player of the Year: Meikkel Murray, Coffeyville Defensive Player of the Year: Deairah Mays, Independence lection for the 2019-20 Faith Simpson, a CCC Defensive Player of the Year: Deng Bol, Cowley Freshman of the Year: Tamara Nard, Butler season. freshman from Pali- Freshman of the Year; Dalen Ridgnal, Cowley Co-Coaches of the Year: Tony Turner, Coffeyville; Mike Helmer, Butler Brittany Reeves, an sade, Neb., joined ICC’s Coach of the Year: Tommy DeSalme, Cowley Independence Commu- Reeves on the All-KJC- First team: First team nity College sophomore, CC East first team. Cof- Malik Harmon, Allen...... 6’4” ...... SO...... Chicago, Ill. Camile Downs, Butler...... 5’9”...... SO.... Fredricksburg, Va. was named the Player feyville’s Asia Markow- Tony Hutson, Coffeyville...... 6’2”...... SO...... Jonesboro, Ark. Tamara Nard, Butler...... 6’2”...... FR...... Chicago, Ill. of the Year for the East ska, a Gadynia, Poland, Meikkel Murray, Coffeyville...... 6’6”...... SO...... Bronx, N.Y. Faith Simpson, Coffeyville...... 6’0”...... FR...... Palisade, Neb. Division while team- sophomore, was named Dalen Ridgnal, Cowley...... 6’6”...... FR...... Kansas City, Mo. Brittany Reeves, Independence... 6’5”...... SO...... Macon, Ga. mate Deairah Mays was to the East Division’s Demetric Horton, Independence.....6’5”...... SO...... Raleigh, N.C. Chrissy Brown, Neosho County... 5’9”...... SO...... Lafayette, La. named the East Divi- second team. sion’s Defensive Player Earning honorable Tony Turner . . . Second team: Second team Ariel Walker, Allen...... 5’5”...... SO...... Ozark, Ark. of the Year. Independence’s mention status from Lady Ravens’ head Joel Boyce, Allen...... 6’ 4”...... SO...... Queens, N.Y. Grehlon Easter, Butler...... 6’3”...... SO...... Little Rock, Ark. RaVon Nero, Butler...... 5’9”...... SO...... Edmond, Okla. Reeves led the KJCCC Brittany Reeves the East Division were coach is KJCCC Javaunte Hawkins, Butler...... 5’11”...... FR... Lee’s Summit, Mo. Ania Markowska, Coffeyville...... 6’0”...... SO...... Gdynia, Poland East with 19.5 points Mays, the ICC fresh- . . . KJCCC East East Co-Coach of Deng Bol, Cowley...... 6’3”...... SO...... Kansas City, Mo. Seanna Boltz, Cowley...... 5’9”...... FR...... Pine Ridge, S.D. man, and three CCC and 15.3 rebounds per Player of the Year the Year Jaden McClanahan, Independence..5’10”...... FR...... Vallejo, Calif. Jessica Jones, Neosho County...... 5’10”...... SO... Queen City, Texas game. Reeves, who hails cagers: sophomore Al- from Macon, Ga., also ana Kramer, freshman Honorable mention: Honorable mention: averaged 54.2 percent field goal percentage, Kailyn Lay, and sophomore Murrel Patton. Butler: Marque English, freshman; Juwan White, sophomore Cloud County: Haven Hamilton, freshman; LaKya Leslie, fresh- which put her in fifth In the men’s division, Coffeyville sophomore Cloud County: Iven Enaruna, sophomore; Jay Lewis, sophomore man place among her divi- Meikkel Murray, who sank the game-winning Coffeyville: Manny Crump, sophomore Coffeyville: Alana Kramer, sophomore; Kailyn Lay, freshman; sion peers. field goal in the Red Ravens’ victory over the Cowley: Cevin Clark, freshman; Mikel Henderson, freshman; McKenzie Murrel Patton, sophomore Also in the wom- Butler Grizzlies in the Region 6 championship Marteaveon Jones, freshman Independence: Deairah Mays, freshman en’s awards, Coffeyville game on Tuesday, was declared the East Divi- Independence: Sam’i Roe, sophomore. Community College sion’s Player of the Year. head coach Tony Turn- Murray averaged 16.7 points per game er was named co-coach during the 2019-20 season. of the year, sharing Murray was also named to the East Divi- Read next week’s Montgomery County the honor with Butler’s sion’s first team, as were CCC teammate Tony Mike Helmer. Hutson and Independence sophomore Demet- Chronicle for details about the Turner, complet- ric Horton. Coffeyville’s ing his first season as On the second team was Independence’s 2020 NJCAA Division I Men’s National Meikkel Murray the CCC women’s skip- Jaden McClanahan. . . . KJCCC East per, turned around the Earning honorable mention billing were Basketball Tournament Player of the Year Lady Raven program in Coffeyville sophomore Manny Crump and In- Thursday, March 5, 2020 Montgomery County Chronicle Page B3 SPORTS Caney Valley’s Cassidy Anderson earns state Bulldog is state champion medal, ends career Alexis Allen wins gold medal at state, ends season with perfect record By BRIAN THOMAS Caney with the competition [email protected] she faced weekly and rose By BRIAN THOMAS SALINA — Splitting her to the challenge each week. [email protected] four matches at 136 pounds, She just kept knocking off all SALINA — In a historic year for the sport of girls’ wres- Caney Valley High School’s these ranked competitors. tling throughout the state of Kansas, Independence High Cassidy Anderson capped off Every week towards the end School’s Alexis Allen will forever be in the record books. the season with a of the season, I Allen capped off a perfect season in style last Thursday fourth-place finish would have coach- as she pinned Wellington’s Anna Cullens (4:42) in the fi- last Thursday es coming up nals to claim the 109-pound championship at the inaugural at the inaugural and saying, ‘Hey, Kansas State Girls’ Wrestling Tournament at Tony’s Pizza Girls’ Wrestling where did this girl Events Center. State Tournament come from?’ As “Of course being a state champion was my No. 1 priority, at Tony’s Pizza a coach, it makes but I wasn’t sure if that’s what I would achieve,” said Allen, Events Center. you proud when who closed out her season with an unblemished mark of “Sometimes be- your wrestlers 30-0. “I came into the season ranked No. 6 at 109 and even- cause of circum- do all the talking tually at one point I wasn’t even ranked. My coaches and stances beyond through their teammates helped me tremendously to get where I am with your control, actions and you an undefeated record of 30-0. I was very nervous going into Caney Valley’s you face some don’t have to say state knowing I had a huge target on my back. Cassidy Anderson adversity that much.” “Right after he called the pin, I got up and the whole is unexpected,” . . . fourth place Anderson crowd was cheering. I ran to my coaches and gave them said CVHS coach medalist at state accounted for hugs while my eyes were watering. I was filled with so Jerod Rigdon. Caney Valley’s 14 much pride in what I had just accomplished. Immediately “Cass faced one of these points in the tournament for after, I ran to my dad who has been my biggest supporter. moments in life at the state 39th place out of 80 teams He is the main reason I was able to accomplish everything I tournament. When you work overall at the first-ever state have. I jumped into his arms and I realized I accomplished all year to finish your best event for girls’ wrestling what I came there to do.” at the state tournament, I sanctioned by the Kansas Allen’s championship was not only historic in terms of know she probably felt it State High School Activities girls’ wrestling — the first-ever female champion at 109 was a letdown to get fourth. Association. pounds — but she also earned the seventh wrestling state But as a coach and seeing Washburn Rural claimed championship in Independence High School history. Previ- the big picture, even for her the team state championship ously, Todd Layton claimed four straight titles from 1984- to finish in fourth under the with 84 points, followed by 87, while Jozee Thompson earned back-to-back crowns in circumstances, I’d say it was Great Bend in second place 1996 and 1997. a pretty darn good finish. I at 80 and Paola in third at “It’s a big accomplishment,” Allen said. “I’ve always had don’t know too many others 44. to compete with the boys, even at practices. But now the who could have done what INAUGURAL GIRLS WRESTLING sport just keeps growing and growing, and to know that I’m she did.” STATE TOURNAMENT a part of that is amazing. People do not realize that, yes girl TEAM SCORES: 1. Washburn Rural 84, 2. Great Bend Anderson opened tourna- 80, 3. Paola 44, T-4. Nickerson/Pratt 41, 6. Abilene wrestlers are tough, but we are still also girls. We like to do ment action with an 8-4 de- 38, 7. Lakin 35, 8. Leavenworth 34, 9. Osawatomie our makeup and hair, but we also like to make people cry. A relieved Alexis Allen lives in the moment following her cision over Wichita Heights’ 32, 10. Labette County 30, T-11. Basehor-Linwood/ championship round win in the Kansas State Girls’ Wres- Council Grove/Kansas City-Piper 28, 14. Onaga Girls are just as tough … maybe even tougher … than the Cakia Tucker-Dunbar. She 27.5, T-15. Junction City/Lawrence Free State 27, boys.” tling Tournament in Salina, Kan., last Thursday. COURTESY suffered a 3-4 setback 17. Wellington 25, 18. Independence 24, T-19. Olathe IHS coach Zack Camacho said it was an exciting and PHOTO against Andover Central’s West/Topeka West 22, 21. Marysville 21.5, T-22. An- dover Central/Concordia/Garden City/Hoisington/ proud moment in Bulldog history. Xara Bacci but bounced Hutchinson/Salina Central/Tonganoxie 20, T-29. “I think she did great,” Camacho said. “I know she felt sport. I hope that at least intrigues girls in the high school back to pin Valley Center’s Mulvane/Rose Hill/Valley Center 19, T-32. Atchi- she did not perform her absolute best, but she got the job to at least consider coming out and giving it a try. . son County Community/Ottawa/Shawnee Heights, Cheyenne Blackwood (4:51). 35. Burlingame 17, 36. Blue Valley Southwest 16, done, and that is all that mattered.” “I cannot express how much I enjoyed girls’ wrestling this Competing in the third-place T-37. Hoxie/Oakley 15, 39. Caney Valley 14, T-40. Allen opened up tournament action with a 6-2 decision year. Watching them compete just as hard as the boys and match, she came up short in Hays/Olathe South/Silver Lake/Spring Hill 13, 44. how energetic and genuinely happy they are to be there is Trego Community 12, T-45. Chapman/Liberal 11, over Abilene’s Skyleigh Pflaster. After that, she earned a a 0-4 loss to Burlingame’s 47. Burlington 10, T-48. Olathe North/Winfield 9, 7-4 decision over Lakin’s Isabell Ortiz to land a spot in the an awesome thing to see. I hope Alexis knows she changed Gianna Culbert to settle for T-50. Dodge City/Prairie View 8, T-52. Fort Scott/ 109-pound championship match. a program. She changed some girls’ lives by seeing her win fourth place. Royal Valley/McPherson 7, 55. Wichita Heights 6.5, at a high level, and she changed the way I coach in a way. I T-56. Baldwin/Manhattan 6, 58. Emporia 5, T-59. Allen had a battle on her hands throughout the final The senior capped off Haysville-Campus/Humboldt/Kansas City-Sumner/ match with Cullens. But in the final period, she was finally cannot thank her enough for what she has done for us.” Smoky Valley/Wichita Southeast 4, 64. Holcomb 3, her final season with the able to earn the pin at 4:42 to capture her state champion- INAUGURAL GIRLS WRESTLING STATE TOURNAMENT 65. Kansas City-Turner 1, T-66. Chaparral/Colum- Bullpups with a 28-4 overall ship. TEAM SCORES: 1. Washburn Rural 84, 2. Great Bend 80, 3. Paola 44, T-4. Nickerson/Pratt 41, 6. bus/Douglass/Erie/Mission Valley/Gardner-Edg- Abilene 38, 7. Lakin 35, 8. Leavenworth 34, 9. Osawatomie 32, 10. Labette County 30, T-11. Base- record. erton/Goddard/Kansas City-Harmon/Lansing/Jef- Allen accounted for all 24 of Independence’s points in the hor-Linwood/Council Grove/Kansas City-Piper 28, 14. Onaga 27.5, T-15. Junction City/Lawrence “She had a great season ferson West/Olath East/Sabetha/Shawnee Mission Free State 27, 17. Wellington 25, 18. Independence 24, T-19. Olathe West/Topeka West 22, 21. South/Wichita North/Wichita South 0. tournament, resulting in 18th place overall as a team in and provided herself, her the final standings. Washburn Rural captured the first-ever Marysville 21.5, T-22. Andover Central/Concordia/Garden City/Hoisington/Hutchinson/Salina CANEY VALLEY RESULTS Central/Tonganoxie 20, T-29. Mulvane/Rose Hill/Valley Center 19, T-32. Atchison County Commu- family, her school and myself 136: Cassidy Anderson def. Cakia Tucker-Dunbar, girls’ state championship with 84 points, followed by Great nity/Ottawa/Shawnee Heights, 35. Burlingame 17, 36. Blue Valley Southwest 16, T-37. Hoxie/Oakley so many high points,” Rigdon Wichita Heights, 8-4; lost to Xara Bacci, Andover Bend in second place at 80 and Paola in third at 44. In all, a 15, 39. Caney Valley 14, T-40. Hays/Olathe South/Silver Lake/Spring Hill 13, 44. Trego Community said. “It was as good a sea- Central, 3-4; pinned Cheyenne Blackwood, Valley 12, T-45. Chapman/Liberal 11, 47. Burlington 10, T-48. Olathe North/Winfield 9, T-50. Dodge City/ Center, 4:51; lost to Gianna Culbert, Burlingame, total of 80 schools participated in the inaugural girls’ cham- Prairie View 8, T-52. Fort Scott/Royal Valley/McPherson 7, 55. Wichita Heights 6.5, T-56. Bald- son as we have had here at 0-4. Anderson finished in fourth place in weight pionship. win/Manhattan 6, 58. Emporia 5, T-59. Haysville-Campus/Humboldt/Kansas City-Sumner/Smoky class. Now with the first-ever girls’ state champion in program Valley/Wichita Southeast 4, 64. Holcomb 3, 65. Kansas City-Turner 1, T-66. Chaparral/Columbus/ Douglass/Erie/Mission Valley/Gardner-Edgerton/Goddard/Kansas City-Harmon/Lansing/Jeffer- history, Camacho said he hopes Allen’s accomplishment son West/Olath East/Sabetha/Shawnee Mission South/Wichita North/Wichita South 0.

sparks more interest in the sport of girls’ wrestling at IHS. INDEPENDENCE RESULTS “I hope it does spark interest here,” Camacho said. “I 109: Alexis Allen def. Skyleigh Pflaster, Abilene, 6-2; def. Isabell Ortiz, Lakin, 7-4; pinned Anna mean, what a great opportunity. You can work with one Cullens, Wellington, 4:42. Allen finished in first place in weight class. Lady ’Nado end season of the best wrestlers in the state … a true pioneer for the with loss at Eudora; team posts 5-16 mark LADY BULLDOGS CONCLUDE CAMPAIGN WITH 11-10 RECORD

By BRIAN THOMAS lied in the second half to beat [email protected] No. 9 seed Independence Paola applies brakes to Indy’s season EUDORA — It was defi- 48-36 in the other semifinal nitely a rough end to the contest on Tuesday. By BRIAN THOMAS and somebody had to win. they continued to hold that 4A State Tournament in Sali- season for the Field Kindley The sub-state champion [email protected] We’re just going to learn seven-point edge at 19-12 na. High School girls’ basketball will advance to the Class 4A PAOLA — The odds were from it.” before Paola chipped away The Lady Bulldogs were team. State Tournament, which is definitely stacked against After a roller-coaster sea- at the margin. The Lady Pan- coming off a 47-43 victory at Trailing by 15 points after scheduled for March 11-14 at the Independence High son, the Lady Bulldogs closed thers were back within one Pittsburg (9-11, 7-5) in last one quarter, the Lady ‘Nado Tony’s Pizza Events Center in School girls’ basketball team out the 2019-20 campaign before Eytcheson put in a Friday’s regular-season fi- had a tough time slowing Salina. heading into the postseason. with an 11-10 overall record, shot in the closing moments nale. IHS capped off the SEK down top-seeded Eudora in a Field Kindley fell in a big Despite holding identical which included a tie for third to give Independence a 21-18 slate with a 7-5 record. 60-19 loss to the Lady Cardi- hole from the opening tip of records, the Lady Bulldogs place with Pittsburg in the fi- advantage at the break. No further information nals in the semifinal round of Tuesday’s semifinal game. were at a disadvantage in nal Southeast Kansas League Paola tied things up at 21- was available from that con- Class 4A East Sub-State No. 1 The Lady ‘Nado trailed 20-5 Tuesday’s contest against standings. all on a trey from Madison test as of press time. Tuesday night. after one quarter of play. Paola after suffering a “As a team, collective- Bryant, but Eytcheson re- “It was a very bad loss to CLASS 4A EAST SUB-STATE NO. 1 Eudora then went on a 20-6 30-point loss to the same ly, I think we played well gained the lead again for IHS GIRLS’ SEMIFINAL finish the season,” said FKHS run in the second period to Panther squad just six weeks throughout the season,” Cole on another trifecta just a few Paola 48, Independence 36 girls coach Anita Walker. extend its lead up to 40-11 at earlier at the Burlington Invi- INDEPENDENCE (11-10): Eytcheson 2 (2) 0-0 10, said. “Each game we got bet- moments later. Yet, that was Thorpe 0 (3) 0-0 9, Veile 3 2-2 8, Ri. Reichen- “But it’s been a great experi- the intermission. tational. ter. Next year, it can be a bet- the last time Independence berger 0 (2) 1-4 7, Powell 1 0-0 2, Ballinger 0 0-0 ence for myself, staff and the The Lady Cardinals put the That seemed to mean little ter team. But it all depends would hold the lead the rest 0, Rutherford 0 0-0 0. TOTALS 6 (7) 3-6 36. girls.” PAOLA (12-9): McDow 2 (3) 2-2 15, Hanf 2 (1) finishing touch on the victory to IHS in this game as the on how hard the girls want of the game. 6-10 13, Ediger 1 (1) 4-4 9, Bryant 0 (1) 2-2 5, Seeded No. 16 in the East, in the second half. Eudora Lady Bulldogs put up a fight to work in the offseason and The Panthers ran off seven Yates 0 2-2 2, Jones 1 0-0 2, Kehl 1 0-0 2, Garrett the Lady ‘Nado suffered a outscored Field Kindley 12-3 the entire way, leading by being focused. That’s going straight points and eventual- 0 0-1 0. TOTALS 7 (6) 16-21 48. INDEPENDENCE 10 11 5 10 — 36 fifth consecutive loss to close in the third period, pushing as many as seven points in to play a big part of it. We’ll ly went into the final period PAOLA 6 12 10 20 — 48 out the season at 5-16 over- its advantage up to 52-14 the first half. Unfortunately, have six seniors next year. up 28-26. Then in the fourth EagleEstate1x35 1/11/05 2:34 PM Page 1 all. That included a 3-9 mark and forcing a running clock Independence seemed to run We have a lot of experience quarter, Paola opened things in the Southeast Kansas the entire fourth quarter. out of gas in the end as its coming back. That can be a up, striking for seven straight League for sixth place in the Kylie Speer was the lone season came to an end with a big plus. So the season was points to open up a 37-28 final standings. double-figure scorer for 48-36 loss to the Panthers in what we needed, but not edge. Later, the margin Assisted Living In her first season as FKHS with 14 points. Speer the semifinal round of Class necessarily what we wanted grew into double digits, and at coach, Walker led Field knocked down four shots, in- 4A East Sub-State No. 1. at the end. It’s a lesson to be Paola hit free throws down Kindley to a four-win im- cluding a pair of three-point- “Over the games, they play learned.” the stretch to seal the deal Eagle provement from last year’s ers, and was 4-of-5 at the hard and got better each IHS started fast and led and end the Lady Bulldogs’ 1-18 campaign. Prior to this free throw line. game,” said IHS girls’ coach throughout the entire first season. season, FKHS had won a As for Eudora, it was led James Cole, whose squad half. The Lady Bulldogs Eytcheson was the lone Estates total of three games over the by Harper Schreiner with 21 suffered a 55-25 loss to Paola knocked down a pair of double-figure scorer for IHS Where Your Family Is Our Family previous three years. points and Riley Hiebert 11. on Jan. 21. “They might take three-pointers from Kayley with 10 points. Enjoy home cooked meals, “I am very proud of the a step back in some areas, Thorpe and Jenna Eytcheson Paola was led by Trinity housekeeping, laundry, personal care girls this year,” Walker said. CLASS 4A EAST SUB-STATE NO. 1 but they move forward GIRLS’ SEMIFINAL to open up a fast 6-0 lead. McDow with 15 points and and medication assistance. “We have a lot of work to do Eudora 60, Field Kindley 19 in other areas. Tonight, I Although the Panthers came Brayden Hanf with 13. to better ourselves for next FIELD KINDLEY (5-16): Speer 2 (2) 4-5 14, thought we played well. We back to tie things up, Inde- The Panthers improved to 24 Hour caring staff Seanior 1 0-0 2, Peck 1 0-4 2, Flanders 0 1-2 1, year. Changing a culture Elliot 0 0-0 0, Isle 0 0-0 0, Strickland 0 0-0 0, had some mental lapses, but pendence hit consecutive 12-9 overall and advanced LPN/RN on call 24/7 doesn’t happen overnight or Mason 0 0-0 0, Maulsby 0 0-0 0, Porter 0 0-0 0, at the same time, they never shots at the end of the quar- to Friday’s sub-state cham- even in one year. The founda- Collins 0 0-0 0. TOTALS 4 (2) 5-11 19. Let your family be a part of EUDORA (19-2): H. Schreiner 5 (3) 2-2 21, Ri. quit. They kept playing. They ter to go up 10-6. pionship game at No. 1 seed tions has been laid.” Hiebert 5 1-2 11, Pierce 3 1-4 7, Durr 3 0-0 6, May- shot the ball okay. You’ve Richelle Reichenberger Eudora. The Cardinals (19-2) Our family at Meanwhile, Eudora (19-2) or 2 1-2 5, Re. Hiebert 2 0-0 4, Martin 1 0-0 2, S. just got to give it to Paola. It nailed a trey to open up the rolled past No. 16 seed Field Schreiner 1 0-0 2, Graff 1 0-0 2, Ewy 0 0-0 0, Neis 1354 Taylor Road advanced to Friday night’s 0 0-0 0, Erpelding 0 0-0 0. TOTALS 23 (3) 5-10 started going downhill, but second-quarter scoring, giv- Kindley 60-19 in the other sub-state championship 60. at the end of the game, we ing the Lady Bulldogs their semifinal game on Tuesday. Independence, KS game as it will host No. 8 FIELD KINDLEY 5 6 3 5 — 19 started picking things back biggest lead of the game at The sub-state champion will EUDORA 20 20 12 8 — 60 (620) 331-1662 seed Paola. The Panthers ral- up. Somebody had to lose 13-6. Later in the quarter, advance to next week’s Class Page B4 Montgomery County Chronicle Thursday, March 5, 2020 SPORTS CHERRYVALE WILL LOCK HORNS WITH GALENA ON FRIDAY Lady Chargers beat ’Jackets

By BRIAN THOMAS [email protected] CHERRYVALE — It was by no means a work of art, but at this time of the season, it all comes down to a win-and- advance mentality for the Cherryvale High School girls’ basketball team. The Lady Chargers — seeded No. 3 in the bracket — pulled away in the second half for a 52-29 victory over sixth-seeded Fredonia in the quarterfinal round of the Class 3A Galena Sub-State Tournament on Tuesday. “We started off a little sloppy but, at this time, it’s sur- vive and advance,” said CHS coach Kelsey Overacker. “I’m very happy with the production we saw up and down the lineup. I think we had a lot of big moments from several kids tonight. We need to get back and focus on cleaning up some little things, but I was proud of how hard our kids Cherryvale’s Harley Allen and Laryn Raida attempt to free the basketball from a Fredonia fought and finished.” player during Tuesday’s class 3A sub-state tournament game in Cherryvale. ANDY TAYLOR / MONTGOMERY The Lady Chargers, who COUNTY CHRONICLE finished as the runner-up behind Eureka in the Tri-Valley (19-2) going up against No. 5 lead after one quarter of play. Monroy finished with a League, improved to 16-5 seed Baxter Springs (10-11). CHS built a double-digit lead game-high 14 points to lead overall with Tuesday’s victory. The Lady Raiders thumped at 22-12, but the Lady Yellow- the way for Cherryvlae, fol- CHS has advanced in the sub- No. 8 seed Riverton 58-29, jackets responded with four lowed by Morrigan Catlin state bracket and will next while the Lady Lions knocked straight to get back within with 13 points and Lexi Um- take on No. 2 seed Galena off fourth-seeded Columbus six. barger 10. in a 6 p.m. semifinal contest 37-29. That’s as close as things Fredonia was led by Jen- Caney Valley’s Jace Kaminska is pulled to the floor by a Wich- Friday at Galena High School. The winners of those would get the rest of the way. na Ostrosky with nine points. ita-Trinity Academy player while feeding the ball to a team- The Lady Bulldogs (16-5) semifinal games will play in Mariah Monroy hit a pair of The Lady Yellowjackets fin- mate during Monday’s game in the CVHS Gymnasium. PHOTO BY rolled to a 61-32 victory over the sub-state championship free throws late in the half ished their season at 8-12 SHERRI THOMPSON No. 7 Neodesha in a quarter- game, set for 6 p.m. Satur- to give the Lady Chargers a overall. final game on Monday. day at Galena High School. 24-16 advantage heading into CLASS 3A GALENA SUB-STATE “I love this time of the GIRLS’ QUARTERFINAL The sub-state champion the intermission. Cherryvale 52, Fredonia 29 year,” Overacker said. “We will advance to the Class 3A The second half belonged FREDONIA (8-12): Ostrosky 4 1-3 9, Moya 1 4-4 have a matchup with a team State Tournament, which is to CHS. Cherryvale gradually 6, Edwards 3 0-0 6, Wood 1 0-0 2, Black 0 2-7 2, Ivey 0 2-2 2, Hawley 1 0-0 2, Reddick 0 0-1 0, very similar to us. They will scheduled for March 11-14 in pulled away, using consecu- Pursell 0 0-0 0. TOTALS 10 (0) 9-17 29. ’Pups advance to CHERRYVALE (16-5): Monroy 4 6-12 14, Catlin 3 be at home, so it’ll be a play- Hutchinson. tive three-pointers at the end off environment for sure. (2) 1-2 13, Umbarger 2 (2) 0-0 10, Lantz 1 (1) 0-0 Cherryvale was never re- of the third quarter to open 5, McGhee 0 (1) 1-2 4, Kuehn 0 3-4 3, Allen 1 0-0 Wouldn’t want to go to battle ally threatened in Tuesday’s up a 38-22 advantage. From 2, Bunyard 0 1-2 1, Kaiser 0 0-0 0, Raida 0 0-0 0, with any other kids.” opening-round contest with there, it was smooth sailing Hann 0 0-0 0. TOTALS 11 (6) 12-22 52. sub-state second FREDONIA 6 10 6 7 — 29 In Friday’s other semifinal, Fredonia. Things were a bit for the Lady Chargers, who CHERRYVALE 12 12 14 14 — 52 which is set for 7:30 p.m., it sluggish early on, though, as used a late surge to blow the round at Cheney will be top-seeded Frontenac the Lady Chargers had a 12-6 game wide open. By BRIAN THOMAS the things they are going to [email protected] throw at us. Grady Dick is a CANEY VALLEY FINISHES SEASON WITH 5-16 RECORD CANEY — After cruis- 6-6 sophomore guard and is ing through the Tri-Valley an incredible player.” League slate en route to a In tonight’s other semifi- Wichita team overpowers Lady ’Pups third straight champion- nal game set for 7:30 p.m., ship, the Caney Valley High top-seeded Cheney (19-2) will School boys’ basketball team By BRIAN THOMAS will take on No. 2 seed and Caney Valley had its hands Kaminska shared team-high take on No. 5 seed Anthony/ [email protected] knew things were about to Harper-Chaparral (10-11). host Cheney (18-3). The Car- full from the opening tip honors with seven points CANEY — Facing a chal- get much tougher during the The Cardinals rolled past No. dinals rolled to a 67-17 victo- against the Lady Knights, each. lenging schedule all season postseason. 8 seed Douglass 72-41 on ry over No. 7 Kingman. who jumped ahead 24-8 in Wichita Trinity had four long, the Caney Valley High That all started on Mon- Monday, while the Roadrun- Also Friday, the 6 p.m. the opening quarter. In fact, players reach double figures, School girls’ basketball team day as the third-seeded Bull- ners earned a 70-64 overtime semifinal game will have No. CVHS could not slow down including Ashlyn Bigelow was hoping that would better pups were taken to the wire victory over No. 4 Eureka. 1 Eureka (19-2) going up Trinity the entire first half as with 20 points, Austin Broad- prepare itself for postseason against visiting Wichita Trin- The winners of those semi- against No. 4 Anthony/Harp- the Knights went on a 25-9 ie 18, Aubrey Winter 13 and play. ity Academy before captur- final games will meet in the er-Chaparral (9-12). Eureka run before halftime to grab a Megan Hedstrom 12. Unfortunately, the Lady CLASS 3A CHENEY SUB-STATE ing a 68-64 victory over the championship at 7:30 p.m. thumped No. 8 seed Douglass commanding 49-17 edge. Bullpups ran into another 53-20, while Anthony/Harp- The ‘Pups never recovered GIRLS’ QUARTERFINAL Knights in the quarterfinal Saturday in Cheney. The sub- Wichita Trinity 79, Caney Valley 37 tough opponent on Tuesday round of the Class 3A Cheney state champion will then ad- er-Chaparral knocked out No. from that point on. In fact, CANEY VALLEY (5-16): Scott 0 (2) 1-2 7, Ka- as it dropped a 79-37 decision 5 Wichita Collegiate 44-37. the Knights outscored the minska 3 1-2 7, Richardson 2 2-2 6, Mayfield 0 (1) Sub-State Tournament. vance to the Class 3A State 2-2 5, Webster 2 0-0 4, Moore 0 (1) 0-0 3, Sim- to Wichita Trinity Academy in “I thought we played re- Tournament from March 11- The winners of both semi- Bullpups 22-11 in the third mons 1 1-4 3, O’Shields 1 0-0 2, Hockett 0 0-0 0, the quarterfinal round of the Cummins 0 0-0 0. TOTALS 9 (4) 7-12 37. ally well defensively against 14 at Hutchinson. final games will meet in the quarter to push the margin Class 3A Cheney Sub-State sub-state championship game up to 43 at 71-28, sending the WICHITA TRINITY (15-6): Bigelow 5 (2) 4-6 20, Trinity,” said CVHS coach Four Bullpup players Broadie 7 4-4 18, Winter 4 (1) 2-2 13, Hedstrom 5 Tournament. Jim Deaton. “We took away reached double figures in at 6 p.m. Saturday in Cheney. game into a running clock the 2-2 12, Weber 3 0-0 6, Mathews 2 0-0 4, Carith- “We got a butt whooping,” The sub-state champion will final period. ers 1 2-2 4, Willis 1 0-0 2, Barnard 0 0-0 0, Koster their inside game and only scoring, including Kaminska 0 0-0 0, Hollinger 0 0-2 0. TOTALS 28 (3) 14-18 said CVHS girls’ coach Emily advance to the Class 3A State CVHS did not have a dou- gave up 12 points. That was with 17 points, Melchiori 15, 79. Washburn. “They were good. a huge factor because they and Trey Richey and Davis 13 Tournament, scheduled for ble-figure scorer in the con- CANEY VALLEY 8 9 11 9 — 37 We had no answer for their WICHITA TRINITY 24 25 22 8 — 79 had a definite height advan- each. March 11-14 in Hutchinson. test. Saige Scott and Kamryn size and speed.” tage on us. We did give up Wichita Trinity (8-13) Despite a rough ending to 12 three-pointers, but they was led by Williams with 24 the season, the Lady Bullpups hit almost half of those in the points, followed by Izard with still have to be encouraged by first quarter while they had 15 and Rowan Gerber 10. The their performance in the back fresh legs. WD Ag Insurance Services Knights finished the contest half of the 2019-20 campaign. “Probably the most impres- with 12 made three-pointers, After opening the season at sive defensive stat was their including six of those from 0-10, Caney Valley won five 217 N. 17th St. • Parsons, KS 67357 zero free throw attempts. We Williams and three more of its final 10 regular-season have really been stressing to from Izard. games and eventually closed • Large Farms our team to not foul shooters, Free throws proved to be a out the campaign at 5-16 with Commercial and they have bought in. Of- big difference in the contest overall, which included a Exposure fensively, we had four guys as the Bullpups were 14-of- (620) 421-6900 fourth-place finish in the final in double figures. When we 21 at the charity stripe, while • Traditional Tri-Valley League standings. [email protected] • [email protected] do that, we usually come out the Knights did not attempt a “I am proud of my team’s Production Farms with a win.” free throw the entire game. effort this season,” Washburn • Smaller Farms & The Bullpups extended CLASS 3A CHENEY SUB-STATE BOYS’ QUARTERFINAL said. “I do feel that we made Ranches their win streak to 10 consec- Caney Valley 68, Wichita Trinity 64 great progress. I appreci- utive games as they improved WICHITA TRINITY (8-13): Williams 3 (6) 0-0 24, • Rural Acreages ate the hard work of my se- to 16-5 overall on the season. Izard 3 (3) 0-0 15, Gerber 2 (2) 0-0 10, Ekeshili 4 0-0 8, Kelly 2 0-0 4, Ruucker 0 (1) 0-0 3, Spencer niors and look forward to my Caney Valley will next face 0 0-0 0, May 0 0-0 0, Nordberg 0 0-0 0, Wolgast younger players continuing to its toughest challenge to date 0 0-0 0. TOTALS 14 (12) 0-0 64. improve and grow as a team.” Let us go this evening as it takes on CANEY VALLEY (16-5): Kaminska 5 7-11 17, Melchiori 7 1-3 15, Richey 6 1-1 13, Davis 2 (2) 3-4 Meanwhile, Wichita Trinity No. 2 seed Wichita Collegiate to work 13, Smith 2 2-2 6, Scott 2 0-0 4. TOTALS 24 (2) — seeded No. 3 in the bracket in a 6 p.m. semifinal game 14-21 68. WICHITA TRINITY 23 7 15 19 — 64 — advanced to Friday’s 7:30 at Cheney High School. The for you! CANEY VALLEY 22 9 21 16 — 68 p.m. semifinal contest as it Spartans — ranked No. 3 in Class 3A by the Kansas Bas- ketball Coaches Association — improved to 18-3 overall with a 60-28 thumping of No. 7 seed Kingman in another quarterfinal game on Mon- day. Collegiate is also on a 10- game win streak heading into tonight’s action. “Wichita Collegiate will definitely be the best team Agribusiness Manager Agribusiness Specialist we’ve seen this year,” Dea- Jason Langston Grifﬁ n Knopp ton said. “They are talented, big and have a lot of depth. We can’t simulate in practice Thursday, March 5, 2020 Montgomery County Chronicle Page B5 SPORTS Lady Ravens’ late-season drive halted against Barton team was hoping it had some That setback closed out coach of the men’s and wom- opening round of the playoffs Under first-year head coach Tony Turner, revived late-season magic with a run CCC’s 2019-20 campaign en’s teams at Independence on Feb. 26. CCC had won Coffeyville program posts 25-7 record in the Region VI Tournament. with a 25-7 overall record. Community College. its previous three Region VI Unfortunately, the Lady That was an amazing 18-win Coffeyville lost despite matchups against Barton. Ravens’ season came to an improvement for the Lady holding the No. 3 overall Barton — seeded No. 6 in By BRIAN THOMAS in the Jayhawk Confer- end in the quarterfinal round Ravens under first-year head seed in the region tourna- the bracket — led throughout [email protected] ence-Eastern Division, with a 78-61 loss to Barton coach Tony Turner, who took ment. The Lady Ravens were the contest, jumping out to a DODGE CITY — After the Coffeyville Community Saturday at United Wireless over the program this season coming off a 79-65 home 10-2 lead at the start while finishing as the runner-up College women’s basketball Arena. after a long run as head win over Garden City in the maintaining a 20-16 edge after one quarter of play. The Cougars ran off 11 straight points in the second period to open up a double-digit advantage. By Chargers lose stakes on state tournament hopes halftime, BCC had pushed its lead up to 16 at 42-26. By BRIAN THOMAS Neither team shot particu- [email protected] larly well in the third quar- CHERRYVALE — Despite ter. Although CCC was able leading by a point at halftime, to outscore Barton 19-15 in the Cherryvale High School the period, the Lady Ravens boys’ basketball team ran into still found themselves down a buzzsaw in the second half. 57-45 heading into the final The third-seeded Char- period. gers were outscored 22-6 in Coffeyville was able to the third quarter as they saw finally whittle the margin their season come to an end down into single digits early with a 74-57 home loss to in the fourth quarter, but No. 6 seed Baxter Springs in Barton responded with five the quarterfinal round of the straight points to go up 67-55 Class 3A Galena Sub-State with 3 1/2 minutes remain- Tournament on Monday. ing. “We came out and played a CCC was never able to very aggressive and energet- make a serious push from ic first half,” said CHS coach that point on as the final Aaron Rehmert, whose squad moments of its season came lost for the fourth time in its to an end. last six games. “We attacked The Lady Ravens struggled and made good decisions for offensively, connecting on just the most part. We seemed to 34.9 percent (22-of-63) of its kind of go away from what shots, including 5-of-23 (21.7 allowed us to have that suc- percent) from three-point cess in the third quarter. We range. seemed to turn one mistake Ania Markowska and Julia into several, and it was sort of Calafell had 13 points each to a domino effect in the third.” share team-high honors for It was a tough ending to the Coffeyville. season for the Chargers, who Barton (17-15), which shot closed out the 2019-20 cam- 48.9 percent (23-of-47) from paign at 14-7 overall. That the floor, had four players included a tie for fourth place score in double figures — in the final Tri-Valley League Queen Ulabo with 17 points, standings with Humboldt. Richelle Turney 16, Vanessa “Above all, I am grateful Oduah 12 and Kolby Davis for this group of young men 11. and all they have poured into The Lady Cougars ad- this season,” Rehmert said. vanced to Monday’s semi- “We went through some ad- final round to take on No. versity, and some young guys Cherryvale senior Zaine Lantz fights for possession for a loose basketball while being pressured by a Baxter Springs player in 2 seed Hutchsinon. The stepped up and took on ex- ninth-ranked Blue Dragons Monday’s class 3A sub-state tournament opener. PHOTO BY SEAN FRYE / PARSONS SUN pansive roles. This team ac- knocked out Cowley 69-48 in complished so much, and I am another quarterfinal game on proud of them.” top-seeded Galena thumped Galena High School, with the The visiting Lions explod- on 10 with another trifecta. Saturday. Rehmert gave accolades to No. 8 Neodesha 57-29, while sub-state champion advanced on a 22-6 run during the Baxter Springs was led by seniors Gavin Hooper, Zaine No. 2 Frontenac was too ing to the Class 3A State Tour- third quarter to seize control Brant Morris with 24 points, Lantz, Devonta Greif, and two much for No. 7 Fredonia 78- nament in Hutchinson from of things at 58-43. CHS nev- followed by Drew Williams CCC uses strong managers Conner Sierman- 51. March 11-14. er could make a serious run with 21 and Salfel Felix 14. and Sydney Strickland-Bro- Semifinal action will take The Chargers were defi- from that point on as it even- CLASS 3A GALENA SUB-STATE 4th quarter to defeat den. BOYS’ QUARTERFINAL place tonight in Galena, with nitely hoping to be in the mix tually suffered the first-round Baxter Springs 74, Cherryvale 57 Baxter Springs picked up Frontenac (16-5) facing Bax- for a sub-state championship loss to see its season come to BAXTER SPRINGS (12-9): Morris 10 (1) 1-1 24, Lady Broncbusters one of the two seed upsets ter Springs (12-9) at 6 p.m., but had those dreams dashed a close. Williams 9 3-5 21, Felix 1 (4) 0-0 14, Appleton 2 (1) COFFEYVILLE — The 2-2 9, McCully 2 1-2 5, Grey 0 1-2 1, Stolte 0 0-0 0. in the quarterfinal round of and Galena (16-5) taking on on Monday. Cherryvale had a In his final game as a Char- TOTALS 24 (6) 8-12 74. Lady Ravens needed a strong the sub-state tournament. Columbus (13-8) at 7:30 p.m. promising start as it led 18-15 ger, Hooper knocked down CHERRYVALE (14-7): G. Hooper 1 (5) 2-2 19, fourth quarter to pull away Also, No. 5 Columbus slipped Sawyer 3 (2) 0-0 12, Bennett 3 (1) 1-2 10, Monroy for a 79-65 victory over Gar- The winners of those games after one quarter and went five three-pointers as part of 4 1-1 9, Lantz 2 1-1 5, Adkison 1 0-0 2, Wright 0 past No. 4 Riverton 60-52. In will meet in Saturday’s 7:30 into the intermission up 37- a team-high 19 points. Devin 0-0 0. TOTALS 14 (8) 5-6 57. den City in the opening round other first-round matchups, p.m. championship game at 36. Sawyer nailed a pair of treys BAXTER SPRINGS 15 21 22 16 — 74 of the Region VI Tournament CHERRYVALE 18 19 6 14 — 57 But things changed in a and finished with 12 points, on Feb. 26 at Nellis Hall. hurry during the second half. while Landon Bennett tacked CCC led 17-16 after one quarter of play before the 14th-seeded Lady Bron- NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING cbusters grabbed a 39-35 CCC softball team drops games on Sunday edge heading into the inter- Rural Water District #12 announces its Annual mission. Meeting at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 10, 2020 COFFEYVILLE — It has to 0-6 overall on Sunday with It was the third double- After the slow start, Cof- at the Neodesha Housing Authority Bldg., been a rough start to the sea- 12-4 and 9-6 losses to Carl header for CCC in four days, feyville started to pull away son for the Coffeyville Com- Albert State (Okla.) at the which included 9-8 and 12-4 after the break. The Lady 118 S. 6th, Neodesha, Kan. MG-R9-2tb munity College softball team. Oklahoma Union High School losses at Eastern Oklahoma Ravens regained the lead The Lady Ravens dropped softball field. State on Feb. 27, as well as at 56-52 at the end of three a 3-2 setback to Southwest- quarters. CCC then put the Aluminum ern Community College and game out of reach by out- 15-7 loss to North Arkansas scoring Garden City 23-13 in Cast Heymann in Harrison, Ark., on Feb. 29. the final period. Copper Tax, Payroll, or Accounting Needs? Coffeyville was scheduled Faith Simpson had a huge Brass Ir n & to return to action on Tues- game for Coffeyville, record- Lead day at the Evangel junior ing a double-double with Steel varsity, but those games were a game-high 37 points and Radiators Metal Co. postponed due to the weath- 12 rebounds. Simpson was er. Up next, the Lady Ravens 17-of-22 from the floor. 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Lawson, who placed White opened state action of Paola (1:48) in the conso- boys’ varsity squad isn’t los- of his five matches, Caney wrestlers gain third at regionals, won by with a win by technical fall lation bracket. Unfortunately, ing a single senior. We will Valley High School’s Jake technical fall over Adam Kim- over Christopher Huslig of his season came to an end have a huge group of seniors Stanton earned a sixth-place experience at state ball of El Dorado (18-2) in the Eudora (17-1). He was pinned with a 10-3 loss to El Dora- next year. We will still need to SALINA — Five wrestlers finish at 113 pounds in the opening round but closed out in the second round by Ayston do’s Kai Wernli. The junior figure out how to fill in those represented Independence Class 4A State Tournament the tournament at 1-2. Mak- Perez of Ulysses (2:12) but finished with a 30-12 record lighter weight classes. We at the Class 4A State Tourna- over the weekend at Tony’s ing his third straight trip to bounced back in the consola- this season. have a great group of kids ment. Although IHS did not Pizza Events Center. state, Lawson finished the tion bracket by winning a 2-1 McGlothin said state was here that, for the most part, have a medalist in the tourna- “Jake had a great state season at 35-10. tiebreaker over Clay Center the culmination of a success- take care of their school work, ment, it still tied Montgomery tourna- The three remaining Bull- Community’s Logan McDon- ful season for the Golden Tor- stay out of trouble, work hard County rival Field Kindley for ment,” dogs were unable to pick ald. The junior came up short nado … with plenty of room and take care of business. I 41st place at 7.5 points. said up a win in the tournament, of a state medal after being to grow in the future. have no doubts this team will “The boys competed well CVHS each finishing 0-2. Anderson pinned by Scott Community’s “I think the team fell a lit- be spending all offseason get- for the most part, and we coach closed out the season at 23- Gabriel Bowers (4:39). tle short of our goals, but we ting better.” accomplished more at state Jerod 18, while Al-Bureni was 27- After going 2-2 in the tour- still had a great season,” Mc- CLASS 4A STATE this year than we have the WRESTLING TOURNAMENT Rigdon. 16 and Farris 26-16. nament, White closed out the Glothin said. “Our girls’ team two years prior,” said Bulldog FIELD KINDLEY RESULTS “I think CLASS 4A STATE season with a 31-6 overall re- will only continue to grow as 170: Ethan Camp lost to Caleb Vandegrift, Scott coach Zack Camacho. “We Community, 3-4; pinned Ben Timpe, Paola, 1:48; he fin- WRESTLING TOURNAMENT cord. we pull more girls in and also won a total of three matches INDEPENDENCE RESULTS lost to Kai Wernli, El Dorado, 3-10. ished Camp suffered a heart- get this group of eighth grade 285: Brady White won by technical fall over this year, and zero the two 106: Braden Brimm pinned Grant Kelly, Ton- about ganoxie, 2:26; pinned by Quentin Pauda, Ulysses, breaking 4-3 loss to Scott girls coming up. I know the Christopher Huslig, Eudora, 17-1; pinned by years before that. I know they Ayston Perez, Ulysses, 2:12; won in tiebreaker where Jake Stanton . . . 5:02; def. Gavin Moore, Nickerson, 4-0; lost to Community’s Caleb Vande- girls’ team is already tired of aren’t satisfied, and we just Andy Lin, Augusta, 3-9. over Logan McDonald, Clay Center Community, h e sixth place at 113 120: Cooper Anderson lost to Chadwick Stahl, grift in the opening round sitting around and harassing 2-1; pinned by Gabriel Bowers, Scott Community, need to keep pushing forward 4:39. should pounds at class Mulvane, 2-8; lost to Dayton Fraser, Eudora, 3-4. have and learning to truly compete 132: Zak Al-Bureni pinned by Gage Cooper, 4A state meet at the highest level. I was so Nickerson, 3:33; lost to Koda Dipman, Pratt, 0-6. … al- 160: Ian Lawson won by technical fall over Adam though it came a different happy we sent all three se- Kimball, El Dorado, 18-2; pinned by Hayden Ovi- route than I expected. He niors, and it was awesome to att, Wamego, 3:45; lost to Brandon Doles, Louis- have a sophomore and junior burg, 2-3. definitely had me on the edge 182: Cole Farris pinned by Branden Martin, of my seat several times.” that will be back in the room Kansas City-Piper, 1:44; pinned by Jon Meek, Mulvane, 3:49. SATURDAY EVENING Stanton was coming off a next year. I was happy with third-place finish at the re- all of them though. They all 14 MARCH • 6 TIL 8 gional tournament one week worked hard for it. I know earlier in Eureka. some feel like they let them- He opened state tourna- selves down, but it’s about the Camp, White give ment action last Friday with journey and not everything in strong effort at a 12-2 decision over Colby’s life will go your way.” JOIN US FOR A CELEBRATION OF Aiden Cook. He was pinned Independence had at least class 4A state meet one state qualifier for a 47th in the second round by Jake SALINA — After both fin- consecutive season since the Barnes of Holton (5:39) but ishing as regional runner-up program’s inception back in bounced back for consecu- a week earlier in Garnett, 1974. This year, IHS was rep- tive wins over Paola’s Char- Field Kindley’s Ethan Camp PAINTINGS resented by Braden Brimm at lie Zeller (4-2) and Ottawa’s and Brady White picked up 106 pounds, Cooper Ander- Liam Sutton (9-3) to put him wins over the weekend at the son at 120, Zak Al-Bureni at in medal contention. Class 4A State Tournament. 132, Ian Lawson at 160 and After being pinned by White went 2-2 at 285 Cole Farris at 182. & POTTERY Grady Fox of Augusta (1:53), pounds, while Camp was 1-2 Brimm was the regional Stanton competed for fifth at 170. As a team, the Gold- runner-up one week earlier BY AL LETNER place in the bracket but en Tornado tied Montgomery in Garnett. He split his four came up short in a 3-0 loss to County rival Independence matches at state, pinning Barnes of Holton. for 41st place with 7.5 points. Grant Kelly of Tonganoxie in For the season, the junior “The state tournament the opening round and earn- closed things out with a 29-9 was a great showing for Cof- ing a 4-0 decision over Nick- overall record. feyville,” said FKHS coach erson’s Gavin Moore in the “Jake’s season hopeful- Spencer McGlothin. “I think consolation bracket. Brimm ly will serve as a motivator qualifying two was a bit short finished the season at 18-11 for next year,” Rigdon said. of our goals for the season, “He has to work towards be- overall. SARA LYTLE GALLERY•414 COMMERCIAL•OSWEGO KS ing more consistent with his workouts and conditioning. We lost matches this year because I felt he wasn’t fully committed. 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By BRIAN THOMAS sections — East and West — were placed in one of four boys’ coach Tyler Thompson. [email protected] of 18 schools each. Last sea- sub-state brackets on both “There are no play-in games COFFEYVILLE — Due to a son, the bottom four seeds sides. anymore, and no one is really change in the postseason for- in both sections competed Field Kindley closed out playing that consolation game SEK LEAGUE mat for Class 4A this season, in play-in games to advance the regular season at 3-17 what I’ve seen so far. I know All scores are in from Friday’s Southeast Kansas League. Here are the the Field Kindley High School into the sub-state bracket. overall and was seeded No. we aren’t. So our season end- updated standings along with all the first-round sub-state matchups boys’ basketball team was not But during the offseason, the 17 in the East, with Baldwin ed last Tuesday. It’s our own scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday. able to compete in sub-state play-in games were eliminat- holding the same record and fault. We definitely could’ve action this week. ed from this year’s format, the No. 18 seed. Both those won two more games this SEK LEAGUE GIRLS’ SEK LEAGUE BOYS’ Class 4A is divided into two meaning the top 16 teams schools were unable to qual- year.” BASKETBALL BASKETBALL ify for the postseason. They The Field Kindley girls STANDINGS STANDINGS did have the option of playing were just able to avoid that each other in an added game same situation as they earned LEAGUE OVERALL LEAGUE OVERALL to close the season, but both the No. 16 and final spot in # # Labette County 11-1 17-4 Parsons 12-0 19-1 schools elected to not play the East Sub-State brackets. Chanute 9-3 13-8 Pittsburg 9-3 13-8 Red Ravens defeated at that game … ending their re- They took on top-seeded Eu- Independence 7-5 11-10 Independence 8-4 13-7 Pittsburg 7-5 9-11 Chanute 5-7 7-13 spective seasons. dora in a semifinal contest of Fort Scott 5-7 6-15 Fort Scott 4-8 7-13 Hutch in doubleheader “They changed the for- Sub-State No. 1 on Tuesday Field Kindley 3-9 5-16 Labette County 3-9 6-14 mat this season,” said FKHS (see related story). By BRIAN THOMAS Parsons 0-12 0-19 Field Kindley 1-11 3-17 [email protected] #Clinched outright league championship #Clinched outright league championship HUTCHINSON — Despite some narrow losses, the Coffeyville Friday, Feb. 28 Friday, Feb. 28 Community College baseball team capped off a rough weekend Labette County 70, Parsons 26 Parsons 69, Labette County 42 with 13-2 and 5-4 setbacks to Hutchinson in a non-conference Chanute 55, Fort Scott 34 Chanute 50, Fort Scott 42 matchup on Sunday. Just in Time for Playoffs... Independence 47, Pittsburg 43 Independence 60, Pittsburg 53 The Red Ravens lost all four games of the series against the End of Regular Season End of Regular Season Blue Dragons, including 8-6 and 7-6 setbacks at home on Sat- It’s A Slam Dunk... urday. Tuesday, March 3 Tuesday, March 3 With four straight losses, CCC dropped to 3-8 overall on the Our Subway Sandwich Class 4A East Sub-State #1: Class 5A East Sub-State #4: season. Paola 48, Independence 36 Blue Valley SW 72, Pittsburg 57 Coffeyville was scheduled to travel to Northwestern Oklaho- Box for the team! Eudora 60, Field Kindley 19 ma State JV on Monday, but no information was available from Class 4A East Sub-State #3: Wednesday, March 4 Comes with a 6” sub, bag of chips & that action. Up next, the Red Ravens will open up Jayhawk Topeka-Hayden 58. Chanute 33 Class 4A East Sub-State #1: a cookie – must order 8 or more. Bishop Miege 64, Fort Scott 10 Topeka-Hayden at Parsons Conference-Eastern Division play on Thursday with a double- Class 4A East Sub-State #4: Class 4A East Sub-State #3: header at Highland. The teams will close out the four-game set Labette County 55, Atchison 23 Labette County at Bishop Miege on Saturday with a home twin bill against the Scotties. 1036 1/2 W. Main Wednesday, March 4 Class 4A East Sub-State #4: No further information was available from the weekend se- Class 5A East Sub-State #3 Fort Scott at Independence ries against Hutchinson as of press time. Cherryvale • 620-336-2910 Pittsburg at Kansas City-Schlagle Chanute at Ottawa

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I know that he will look back ing a regional championship, Cher- leave it all out there with no regrets sure can be huge. But in his first mentum to roll into his next couple at his performance throughout the ryvale High School’s Wyatt Gillman is what determines a successful sea- round, he had his man stuck but just of matches aggressive. He went for season as a very positive memory.” closed out his season with a sixth- son in my eyes. So, in that regard, came up short of the pin by seconds. throws and looked to pin his com- Norton Community captured the place finish at 190 pounds over the these guys ended it all on the high- After a loss out at state, sometimes petition every time, but with that Class 3-2-1A state team title with weekend in the Class 3-2-1A State est of notes. I love them for it.” guys break and can’t handle it, but sometimes just the slightest slip can 120 points, edging out runner-up Wrestling Tournament at Fort Hays Gillman was coming off a region- Wyatt regrouped and knew that his end you up down a point or two and Hoxie at 113. Republic County came State University’s Gross Memorial al championship one week earlier at next match against a kid from Nor- that’s what happened in his match in at third place with 85.5 points. Coliseum. Eureka where he pinned ton that many people thought might on the backside of the bracket. CLASS 3-2-1A STATE WRESTLING TOURNAMENT “I was extremely hap- all three of his opponents be in the finals would be a big one. “I know that he came up a match TEAM SCORES: 1. Norton Community 120, 2. Hoxie 113, 3. py for him to medal and to earn a third trip to the He was down for a bit and had to or so just shy of the medals, but I Republic County 85.5, 4. Beloit 75, 5. Larned 72, 6. Rossville know that was one of state tournament. fight back but got a big pin against couldn’t be more proud of how far 69, 7. Hoisington 68, 8. Osage City 53, 9. Wathena-Riverside 52, 10. Goodland 51, 11. Plainville 50, T-12. Oakley/Phillips- his goals for his senior This time around, him and set himself up for a run up he’s come in his wrestling career burg 48, 14. Southeast-Saline 40, T-15. Ellsworth/Jayhawk year,” said CHS coach it was more of a chal- the backside to the medal round.” and love him for always being an Linn 39, 17. Doniphan West 35, 18. Smith Center 33, 19. De- Casey Lickteig. “He has Catur Community 32.5, 20. Eureka 32, 21. Hill City 28.5, 22. lenge for the senior, who Gillman closed out the season amazing person off the mat as well Silver Lake 27, T-23. Perry LeCompton/Sylvan Grove 26, 25. worked extremely hard had to overcome a first- with an overall record of 22-8. as being a great wrestler on the Wellsville 25, 26. Trego Community 24, 27. Sabetha 23, 28. throughout his years round pin at the hands of Dodson qualifiedfor state after mat.” Kingman 22, 29. Russell 21.5, T-30. Ellis/Remington 21, 32. Cimarron 20, T-33. Fredonia/Minneapolis/St. Francis 19, wrestling, and he puts in Goodland’s Dawson Hol- taking third place at regional com- Dodson closed out his season with 36. Mission Valley 17, T-37. Halstead/Marion 16, T-39. Hum- the time that it takes to ub (4:46) to be in medal petition in the heavyweight division. an overall record of 19-13. boldt/Wichita Couty 15, T-41. Cherryvale/Garden Plain 12, reach the upper level of Cherryvale’s contention. Gillman re- He opened state competition last Morrill had a tougher time in the T-43. Atchison County/Riley County/St. Marys/Uniontown 11, T-47. Erie/Hillsboro/Oskaloosa 10, T-50. Rawlins County/ competition. So I couldn’t Wyatt Gillman . . . sponded by earning a 7-1 Friday by pinning Oskaloosa’s Justin 138-pound weight class, losing both Wabaunsee 9, 52. Chase County 8.5, T-53. Atchison-Maur be more proud of what sixth place medal- decision against Beloit’s Miller (2:40) but was pinned in con- of his matches by pin to Rossville’s Hill/Lyons 7, 55. Canton Galva 6, 56. Anthony/Harper-Chap- he has done in wrestling Braden Burks and then secutive matches to Creighton John- Layne Hurla (5:28) and Beloit’s Ca- arral 5, T-57. Pleasant Ridge/Flinthills 4, 59. Stockton 3, 60. ist at 190 pounds Lakin 1, T-61. Central-Burden/Cheney/Southeast-Chero- and who he’s become as pinned Gavin Sproul of son of Beloit (1:06) and Rylan Hays den Anderson (1:28). kee/Council Grove/Douglass/Herington/Leon-Bluestem/ a person because of it.” Norton Community (4:30). He then of Phillipsburg (2:17) to wrap up the “Dylon wrestled well for his first Onaga 0. CHERRYVALE RESULTS Gillman was one of three state earned a third straight win with a season. showing out at the state level,” Lick- 138: Dylon Morrill pinned by Layne Hurla, Rossville, 5:28; qualifiers for the Chargers this sea- 6-4 decision over Ellsworth’s Tyler “Cord has continued to improve teig said. “It can be intimidating, pinned by Caden Anderson, Beloit, 1:28. son — joining Dylon Morrill at 138 Romero. Back in line for a medal, he throughout the season, and his trip but he really responded well and 195: Wyatt Gillman pinned by Dawson Holub, Goodland, 4:46; def. Braden Burks, Beloit, 7-1; pinned Gavin Sproul, pounds and Cord Dodson at 285. was pinned once again by Holub of out to state was no different,” Lick- went out with the plan to be aggres- Norton Community, 4:30; def. Tyler Romero, Ellsworth, As a team, Cherryvale tied Garden Goodland (1:42) before closing out teig said. “He came out in the first sive and look for opportunities that 6-4; pinned by Dawson Holub, Goodland, 1:42; lost to Cyrus Plain for 41st place overall in the fi- Green, Rawlins County, 1-2. Gillman finished in sixth place his tournament run with a 2-1 loss round against a very tough oppo- presented themselves. Overall, I in weight class. nal standings with 12 points. to Cyrus Green of Rawlins County in nent and went after him with the couldn’t be disappointed because he 285: Cord Dodson pinned Justin Miller, Oskaloosa, 2:40; “To make it to the state tourna- the fifth-place match. mindset that he had to come out was being aggressive and going for pinned by Creighton Johnson, Beloit, 1:06; pinned by Rylan Hays, Phillipsburg, 2:17. ment is a testament in its own right, “Wyatt came into his final trip out looking to score if he was going to wins, so with that mentality you can and all three of these young men to Hays as a three-time state qualifi- be successful. To come away in the never really be sad looking back. Pirates’ hopes for Region 6 title dashed in quarterfinal loss

By BRIAN THOMAS hosted and won a home play- knocked down 15 of their 28 tempts as part of a game-high [email protected] off game, advancing to the shots from beyond the arc. 23 points. Collins followed DODGE CITY — Despite quarterfinals of the Region IV Independence had a 38- with 20 points, while Dalger shooting 51.5 percent from tournament.” 36 advantage at halftime but put in 13 and Jaden McClana- the floor, the Independence What other accomplish- outscored the Saints 48-38 in han tacked on 12. Community College men’s ments did the Pirates achieve the final 20 minutes of action As for Seward County, basketball team could not under Morosco’s watch in to seal the deal. Ten of the which finished the season at slow down Colby in a 99-93 2019-20? Said the coach: team’s three-pointers came 17-14 overall, it was led by loss to the Trojans during the • The team averaged 90 after the break. Roye Clarke with 12 points, quarterfinal round of the Re- points per game and had six Four Pirate players fin- Rostyslav Novitskyi 11, and gion VI Tournament Sunday players averaging double fig- ished the game in double fig- Kyle Cardaci and Greg John- at United Wireless Arena. ures in scoring. ures for scoring. Horton hit son 10 each. That setback put an end • ICC finished the season six of his nine three-point at- to the Pirates’ season as ranked #19 in the national they closed things out at Massey Rankings while also 23-9 overall, which included boasting the 15th toughest a fourth-place finish in the schedule in the country. Jayhawk Conference-Eastern • ICC defeated Cowley Col- Where are the clearest Division. Independence ad- lege, 118-107, two weeks vanced to Sunday’s quarterfi- ago, which, at that time, was nal round by way of an 86-74 ranked fifth in the NJCAA lakes in Kansas? victory over Seward County polls. in the opening round of the • Two Pirates made the The Kansas Department Mined Land Lake 17; 13.1 feet of clarity 2. Crawford County, Mined Land Wildlife Area – tournament on Feb. 26 at the KJCCC East Division team of Wildlife, Parks and Tour- Mined Land Lake 04; 12.3 feet ICC Field House. while another player made ism (KDWPT), in partnership 3. Cherokee County, Mined Land Wildlife Area with the Kansas Department – Mined Land Lake 27; 12.3 feet In other quarterfinal ac- honorable mention status. 4. Cherokee County, Mined Land Wildlife Area of Health and Environment tion on Sunday, Cowley beat – Mined Land Lake 12; 11.2 feet Hutchinson 110-91, Cof- (KDHE), has a new “buck- 5. Crawford County, Mined Land Wildlife Area – Mined Land Lake 07; 11 feet feyville took down Barton 92- Bill Morosco . . . first-year head coach at Independence Com- et list” for Kansas kayakers, ICC defeats Seward, 6. Cherokee County, Mined Land Wildlife Area 79, and Butler thumped Neo- munity College. ANDY TAYLOR / MONTGOMERY COUNTY CHRONICLE anglers, and outdoor enthusi- – Mined Land Lake 30; 10.3 feet sho County 82-65. asts to pursue – recreating at 7. Russell and Lincoln Counties, Wilson Reser- 86-74, in Region 6 voir; 9.9 feet Although Independence’s long range. down No. 1 overall seed Cow- Kansas’ clearest lakes. 8. Crawford County, Bone Creek Lake; 8.4 feet season came to an end on Colby (26-5), which shot ley 87-83. CCC went on to tourney opener Aquatic vegetation, under- 9. Trego County, Cedar Bluff Lake; 7.9 feet 58.6 percent (34-of-58) from claim the Region VI champi- water structures, and even 10. Douglas County State Fishing Lake; 7.7 feet Sunday, it definitely went INDEPENDENCE — Lead- 11. Wyandotte County Lake; 7.7 feet down swinging. The teams the floor, had six players fin- onship Tuesday night with an ing by just two points at half- fish may be visible at these 12. Johnson County, Shawnee Mission Park were deadlocked at 40-all at ish in double figures — Eddie 83-81 victory over Butler. time, the Pirates took charge lakes, providing a unique Lake; 7.5 feet view of what lies beneath the 13. Bourbon County, Cedar Creek Lake; 7.2 feet halftime, but Colby outscored Davis with 21, Javion May The loss proved tough for in the second half as they 14. Morris County, Council Grove City Lake; 7.1 ICC 59-53 during an explo- 19, Alexandre Banchini 17, ICC first-year head coach Bill beat Seward County 86-74 in waters’ surface. From pad- feet sive second half to pull away Demarcus Sharp and Domon- Morosco. However, the rook- dleboarders looking for that 15. Pottawatomie County State Fishing Lake the opening round of the Re- #2; 6.7 feet for the win. ic Harvey 16 each, and Matt ie skipper was philosophical gion VI Tournament on Feb. Instagram-worthy photo, to 16. Bourbon County, Fort Scott City Lake; 6.6 TJ Collins had 28 points Mcfarlane 10. when asked how he viewed 26 at the ICC Field House. anglers after the ultimate feet After beating Indepen- his inaugural season at ICC. fishing challenge, Kansas’ 17. Wabaunsee County, Alma City Lake; 6.3 feet to pace the Pirates, followed ICC was effective on the 18. Osage County State Fishing Lake; 6 feet by Demetric Horton with 25, dence, Colby went on to drop “There is so much to be offensive end, connecting on clearest lakes should be a 19. Lyon County State Fishing Lake; 5.9 feet Sam’i Roe 15 and Tim Dalger a 98-97 overtime decision to proud of this season,” he 31 of its 60 shots for 51.7 part of your travel plans. 20. Chautauqua County, Sedan City Lake South; 5.3 feet 11. ICC finished the game 34- Butler in the semifinal round said. “Our final record was TOP 20 KANSAS CLEAREST LAKES FOR 2020 percent. The Pirates also 1. Cherokee County, Mined Land Wildlife Area – of-66 from the floor and was on Monday. In the other semi- 23-9, which is the most wins 13-of-26 (50 percent) from final game, Coffeyville took since the 2010-11 season. We

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801 S. 16th St. • Parsons, KS • (620) 421-5050 Thursday, March 5, 2020 Montgomery County Chronicle Page B9 SPORTS LOCAL NEWS IHS musicians to participate at Pitt State Jazz Festival PITTSBURG — The 46th Annual PSU Jazz mances and should limit distractions. Festival is planned for Friday, March 6 and is The festival will culminate in a public con- expected to draw hundreds of high school and cert featuring the Tom Kubis Big Band — one middle schools students in 72 high school and of the premier jazz groups in the nation — at middle school bands from across the Four 7:30 p.m. at Memorial Auditorium. State Area. “They’re from Los Angeles, and they are Among the participating bands is the jazz made up of some of the best studio musicians ensemble from Independence High School. in the world,” said Kehle. “You have heard Started in 1974 by Professor of Music Rus- all the players unless you never turn on the sell Jones with just 14 bands, the festival has TV or go to movies, as they are on all the evolved into what is believed to be the biggest soundtracks. It will be concert to remember.” one-day jazz festival in the midwestern United Opening the concert will be the PSU Jazz States, according to Professor of Music Rob- Ensemble under the direction of Kehle. ert Kehle, who now directs it. Tickets for the concert are $15 for adults The bands’ 30-minute concerts, which are and $10 for children, seniors, military and judged, will occur both at the Bicknell Family veterans with valid ID, and PSU staff/facul- Center for the Arts on campus and Memorial ty with valid ID. PSU students are admitted Auditorium in downtown Pittsburg, starting free. They may be purchased or picked up at at 8 a.m. and running until 5:45 p.m. Those the PSU Ticket Office in Room 137 of the Gar- performances are open to the public at no field Weede Building. They also may be pur- charge, but because they’re judged, attendees chased at 620-235-4796, www.pittstate.edu/ shouldn’t open the doors during the perfor- tickets.

Independence’s right-handed pitcher Alyssa Emert unfurls a pitch against a batter from State Fair, Mo., during Saturday’s contest in Independence. ANDY TAYLOR / MONTGOMERY COUNTY CHRONICLE Inge Festival to welcome Lynn ICC Pirates drop games to Nottage as honored playwright INDEPENDENCE — In Achievement in the American recognition is long overdue,” May, Independence welcomes Theater Award” on arrival in Hoven said, adding that her State Fair, Neosho County Lynn Nottage—a multi-task- Independence). stories are passionate yet ing writer who is a play- At the climatic Tribute per- also humorous. Appropriate- By BRIAN THOMAS insurance runs in the sixth. wright, screenwriter, and formance on May 16, Inge ly, a bit also like William Inge, [email protected] State Fair had a 13-8 edge in total hits for opera librettist--and winner Festival goers will learn that her stories feature characters INDEPENDENCE — Losses to State Fair the contest. Summer Strickland and Raene of two Pulitzer Prizes for Dra- Ms. Nottage is hardly at rest. and settings among those (Mo.) and Neosho County on Saturday ex- Corona had two hits each to lead the way for ma. Her career flourishes in This March one of her plays, overlooked or forgotten. “We tended the Independence Community College the Lady Pirates. different genres at dizzying Intimate Apparel, will pre- look forward to welcoming softball team’s losing streak to seven straight Alyssa Emert (0-3) took the loss in the cir- pace and will be miere as an oper- her to Kansas and sharing games. cle, surrendering six earned runs on 13 hits celebrated at the atic adaptation at her work with theater-lovers The Lady Pirates dropped an 8-5 decision while striking out five and walking one in the 39th William Inge New York’s Lin- and makers from across the to State Fair before closing out the day with complete-game effort. Theater Festival coln Center (she country,” Hoven said. a 7-3 setback to Neosho County at Volunteer Later, the Lady Pirates dropped another May 13-16, at In- wrote the libretto). In 2019, she wrote the Field. game to Neosho County. In that contest, the dependence Com- In May, she book for a musical adap- ICC dropped to 1-7 overall on the season. Lady Panthers took a 3-0 lead in the second munity College. will travel to In- tation of The Secret Life of The Lady Pirates were scheduled to open up inning before ICC cut into that margin with a “Multiple Win- dependence for Bees, from the novel by Sue Jayhawk Conference-Western Division action pair in the bottom half of the second. Inde- ner of the Pulitzer the Inge Festival, Monk Kid. Additional nota- at home on Wednesday with a doubleheader pendence later evened the score at 3-all with Prize for Drama” and, upon return ble work are her two Pulitzer against Dodge City. They will return to the a run in the fourth before Neosho County took is usually the first to New York, con- winners: Sweat, in 2018, and field on Saturday at Barton before heading charge with three in the fifth and another in description of Lynn Lynn Nottage tinues writing Ruined, in 2007; and further south to take on Montgomery County rival the seventh. Nottage, and a the libretto of a acclaimed plays Meet Vera Coffeyville on March 9. The team’s next home ICC finished the game with eight hits. Coro- worthy one: Ms. Nottage is new Broadway musical titled Stark, Crumbs from the Ta- date will be March 11 against Pratt. na and Cassi Smith had two hits each to pace the first woman to be a dou- MJ—featuring the music of ble of Joy, and Las Meninas, Against State Fair, ICC overcame an early the Lady Pirates. Kaylee Clifton had a home ble-winner, as well as the first Michael Jackson--which is set among many. 1-0 deficit with five runs in the bottom half run. African-American writer. The for an August opening at the Tickets for selected Inge of the second to grab the lead. Unfortunately, Brooke Victory (1-2) suffered the loss, al- Festival’s namesake and In- Neil Simon Theater. Clearly, Festival events are now on that’s all the offense the Lady Pirates would lowing five earned runs on 10 hits while dependence native William the first six months of 2020 sale at www.ingecenter.org; get in that contest. The Roadrunners battled striking out five and walking four in the com- Inge copped just one Pulitzer will be a whirlwind. or for more information, call back with a run in the third and four in the plete-game effort. (for Picnic in 1954), a great Add to that her work as (620) 332-5491. The com- fifth to regain the lead before tacking on two achievement in itself. And, writer/producer on the Net- plete schedule for all Inge like Inge, Ms. Nottage has flix series, “She’s Gotta Have Festival events will be an- numerous more citations of It,” directed by Spike Lee; nounced in the near future. distinction: Tony Award and and an Associate Professor The Inge Festival is the Of- Drama Desk nominations; in the Theatre Department at ficial Theater Festival of the Lady Pirates’ dance in Region Susan Smith Blackburn Prize; Columbia School of the Arts. State of Kansas. The four-day and New York Drama Crit- She is a Brooklyn native and festival will include numer- ics Circle. Also, Ms. Nottage graduate of Brown University ous performances, a New 6 tourney ends in first round is recipient of a MacArthur and the Yale School of Dra- Play Lab featuring readings “Genius Grant” Fellowship ma. of new plays by writers from By BRIAN THOMAS lead on a three-pointer from Arena Afoa had a team- and Doris Duke Artist Award, “Lynn’s work has been across the country, work- [email protected] Kiara Knight with 43 seconds high 20 points to pace Colby. among others. transforming the voice and shops and panel conversa- INDEPENDENCE — The to go. ICC never could get Two other players finished Yet Ms. Nottage is much the face of the American tions for theater students, season ended earlier than ex- over the hump again. Down with a double-double for the more than her awards (to Theater for decades,” said practitioners, and the public, pected for the Independence the stretch, the Lady Trojans Lady Trojans, including Afiya which she will add “The Hannah Joyce Hoven, Inge a scholars’ conference, social Community College women’s came up big at the free throw Vincent with 15 points and 10 William Inge Distinguished Center Artistic Director. “This events, and more. basketball team. line to seal the upset. rebounds and Nyrobi Pillers Despite holding the No. Brittany Reeves had a dou- with 12 points and 13 boards. 5 overall seed, ICC came up ble-double to lead the way Colby advanced to Satur- on the short end of a 66-63 for the Lady Pirates, finishing day’s quarterfinal round in overtime loss to 12th-seeded the game with 29 points and Dodge City, where it took on Colby in the opening round of 14 rebounds. Maisa Marcal fourth-seeded Seward County the Region VI Tournament on also reached double figures — a 113-58 winner over Al- Feb. 26 at the Field House. in scoring for Independence len. Seward County went on With the loss, the Lady Pi- with 14 points. to beat Colby 63-46. rates closed out the 2019-20 campaign at 17-11 overall, which included a tie for second-place in the Jayhawk Conference-Eastern Division. Colby avenged an earlier Did you know??? loss to Independence — a 73- 51 decision on Jan. 11 also The Montgomery County Chronicle at the Field House. The Lady Trojans picked up their first serves as the official newspaper for postseason victory since 2005 as they improved to 19-12 public notices for the following local overall. The visitors led throughout units of government in 2020. the first half, including 13-11 after one quarter. In fact, the Lady Trojans led by as many • City of Caney as 10 points in the opening half before a late six-point • City of Cherryvale spurt by ICC got the host team back within four at 25-21 • City of Tyro heading into the intermission. Colby continued to main- • City of Havana tain the lead in the second • Montgomery County half, extending its advantage to five at 37-32 at the end of • USD 436-Caney Valley three quarters. The Lady Tro- jans still held a 53-50 advan- • USD 445-Coffeyville tage late in regulation when ICC’s Kaitlyn Rasmussen con- • USD 446-Independence nected from long range with just eight seconds remaining • USD 447-Cherryvale Thayer To learn about Independence High to even the score at 53-all. The game eventually went • Independence Community College School’s musical production into overtime. The Lady Pi- rates grabbed a two-point lead at 61-59 following a “Newsies,” see special supplement bucket from Deairah Mays with a minute left in the extra inserted in this issue! frame. Yet, Colby regained the Page B10 Montgomery County Chronicle Thursday, March 5, 2020 Put your best feet forward for Walk Kansas 2020 Walk Kansas, the popular K-State Research While physical activity is at the heart of and Extension program that encourages phys- Walk Kansas, the program will have a couple ical activity and healthy eating, runs March 15 of new twists this year, Jackson said. One fo- through May 9. cuses on the Mediterranean style of eating. Participants can sign up online at https:// “Eating the Med way is not about flavors,” www.walkkansas.org/ or get more informa- Jackson said. “It is about eating lots of fruits tion through the Wildcat Extension District and vegetables, choosing whole grains, eat- Independence Office at 620-331-2690. The ing more beans and legumes, reducing added cost to participate is $10 per person, which sugars, using olive and canola oil, and more.” includes access to the online tracker, a weekly Wildcat District plans to offer several opportu- newsletter with tips and recipes, program re- nities to participate in a Mediterranean Life- sources, and local activities. style/Diet program during Walk Kansas. “With spring getting closer by the day, this The second twist centers on introducing is a great way to make a promise to yourself participants to nine shared lifestyle traits to be more active and to make lifestyle choic- of the Blue Zones, places around the world es that support healthy living,” said Sharo- where people are known to live measurably lyn Jackson, K-State Research and Extension longer and healthier lives. These traits, and family and consumer science specialist and ways to incorporate them into your life, will be Walk Kansas coordinator. “Plus, it’s fun to introduced during the eight-week program. support friends, family, neighbors or co-work- “Your health is so much more than a num- ers – anyone who makes up your team.” ber on the scale,” Jackson said. Participants form teams of six, with one More information and registration for Walk serving as a team captain. Team members re- Kansas is available at https://www.walkkan- cord their own activity online each week. Par- sas.org or through the Wildcat Extension Dis- ticipants do not have to walk or participate in trict Independence Office at 620-331-2690. other types of activity together, or even live in For more information, contact Barbara Kansas. Many teams form with family mem- Ames, Family and Consumers Sciences Agent, bers or friends in other parts of the state or [email protected], at (620) 331-2690. country. 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Tyro Christian School students Katie Base (left) and Gracie Curtis stock food items on the Cherryvale FBLA students pantry shelves at the Lighthouse homeless shelter in Bartlesville during the school’s mission month in February. COURTESY PHOTO compete at district contest CHERRYVALE — Twen- • Cammie Dodson: second second place, business plan ty-one business students from place, business plan team. team; ninth place, journalism. Tyro Christian School students learn Cherryvale High School com- • Jadin Galan: eighth • Brody Mossberg: first peted at the Kansas Future place, sales presentation; place, securities and invest- Business Leaders of America ninth place, introduction to ments; second place, business the importance of mission outreach district conference in Louis- business. plan team; third place, eco- TYRO — During the month of February Feb. 12 and spent the afternoon cleaning, sew- burg on Feb. 11. • Menley Gill: third place, nomics. students at Tyro Christian School have been ing and organizing the food pantry. On Feb. At the event, CHS students graphic design team. • Reese Palmer: third emphasizing local missions. The theme for the 18 the junior high girls helped at the Dearing competed in several differ- • Halle Hosier: fifth place, place, graphic design. month is “Shine Jesus” taken from John 1:4-5 Christian Church food bank while the junior ent business and technolo- publication design; eighth • Natalie Shepard: ninth “In Him was life, and the life was the Light of high boys went to Windsor Place Assisted Liv- gy related events in order to place, advertising; eighth place, health care adminis- men. The Light shines in the darkness and the ing where they visited with the residents and try and earn their way to the place, journalism. tration. darkness has not overcome it.” did yard work. Wednesday, Feb 19 all of the State FBLA Conference in To- • Hunter Hughes: fifth The students are raising money for the students went on a canned food/paper drive in peka in March. Results from place, publication design; Lighthouse homeless shelter in Bartlesville. Tyro and Caney. The students collected 300- the district contest follow: ninth place, advertising. The goal for the offering is $1,500. plus pounds of food and paper products to be • Sara Blackburn: ninth • Jasmin LaRue: fifth place, The deadline for Each elementary class has chosen a local used at the Lighthouse. place, cyber security. introduction to public speak- mission to highlight and help during Febru- The final chapel of Missions month was • Lilly Bryson: 10th place, ing. placing a classified ary. The high school and jr. high students have March 4, when students made their final re- agribusiness. • Paiton Loyd: seventh advertisement is been involved in service projects. ports and turned in their final offering. • Maddison Catlin: third place, marketing. 5 p.m., Monday The high school visited the Lighthouse on place, graphic design team. • Makaylin McGeough:

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Music By Lyrics By ALAN MENKEN JACK FELDMAN

Book By HARVEY FIERSTEIN

March 6 & 7 • 7:30 pm March 8 • 2:30 pm Independence High School Performing Arts Center

Based on the Disney Film written by Bob Tzudiker and Noni White Originally produced on Broadway by Disney Theatrical Productions Page 2 •Newsies Cast and production staff Cast of characters: Bowery Beauty/Main Newsie Gang/(Hetty) Henrietta..... Brynn Bertie Production staff: Bowery Beauty/Main Newsie Gang/(Lil Jen)Jennifer...... Kate Graham CHARACTER...... STUDENT Director...... Elizabeth Bennin Sniper/Main Newsie...... JayCee Watts Musical direction/orchestra...... Richard Harper Jack Kelly...... Justin Turner Bowery Beauty/Newsgirl Chorus/(Gussie) Augusta...... Jade Umlauf Vocal direction...... Sherry Allen Katherine Plumber...... Lillie Taylor Nun 2/Newsgirl Chorus/(Hatty) Harriett...... Isabel Ayala Davey...... Clever Christman Nun 3/Newsgirl Chorus/(Trudy) Gertrude...Sydney Jackson Choreography: Les...... Landon Long Bowery Beauty/Newsgirl Chorus/(Gerty) Gertrude...... Amber Hendryx Carrying the Banner/Bows: Jocelyn Donegan, Richard Crutchie...... Jackson Horning Banjo...... Jamaul Burnett Harper Medda Larkin...... Aerial Darnell Roosevelt...... Brad Gray Seize the Day...... Rene Stanley Pulitzer...... Quint Skaggs Snyder...... Spencer Weaver The King of New York...... Elyzabeth Eisele Race...... Isaiah Samora Mayor/Stage Manager/Goon with bully club...... Venice Delmarter Bowery Beauties...... Jocelyn Donegan Albert...... Evan Knight Darcy/Cop/Guard/Patron/Brooklyn...... Tommy Stewart All other staging...... Elizabeth Bennin Specs...... Elyzabeth Eisele Bill/Cop/Guard/Patron/Brooklyn...... AJ Stewart Henry...... Caleb Hayes Townsperson/Woman buying paper/Mrs. Pennywise...... Katharina Auer Orchestra: Finch...... Jeremy Line Goons/Brooklyn Boys: Austin Bertie, Kobe Thompson, Bran- Sarah Scovel: rehearsal accompanist and piano Romeo...... Cole Mayfield don Wright, Damian Clark Erin Shelton: keyboard Elmer...... Joey Kyle Newsgirl Chorus/Brooklyn: Donghwa Leel: drum set Jo Jo...... Jared Alliston (Rye) Rhianna...... Mahria Goodman Judy Jones, Gina McLenon, Ashton Johnson: violins Buttons/ Scab 3...... Landon Pursely (Ginny) Virginia...... Kiara Islam Jacob Johnson: cello Splasher...... Creighton Beaver e (Livy) Oliv ...... Ember Jay Don Farthing: clarinet Tommy Boy/Scab 2...... Adin Freeman (Tilly) Matilda...... Hannah Fairbank Katie Southward: clarinet/saxophone Mush...... Devon Mitchell (Nan) Ann...... Leah Barwick Terry Harper, Trenton Shamblin: trumpet Spot Conlon/Hannah/Newsgirl Chorus/Penelope...... Maeson Bryant (Tallie) Natalie...... Katherine Waldner Nun 1/ Seitz/ News Girl Chorus(Bet) Betty...... Selena Bale (Sissie) Cecily...... Mackenzie Thiessen Set design and construction: Weisel/Bunsen...... Damian Clark Nardo...... Austin Bertie Set Design: Elizabeth Bennin, Roger Bennin, Shane Stanley Oscar Delaney/Jacobi/Nunzio...... Tyler Malotte Townspeople/Paper Readers/ Vendors/Prudence Price.... Zowie Flanders Set Transportation to and from warehouses, etc.: Richard Morris Delaney...... Luke Schlorholtz Jimmy McIntosh...... Colin Carnes • continued on next page

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Painting Splatter: Adin Freeman, Jacob Johnson, Elyzabeth Eisele, Ash Martinez, Zowie Costume construction: Adin Freeman, Cole Mayfield, Landon Pursely, Amber Hendryx, Syd- Flanders, Kaylee Berube nee Clubine, Hannah Fairbank, Kenzi Hanson, MaKayla Perry Jones, Justin Turner, Clever Painting: Dry, Sponge and Base-Karlie Clarkson, Ashtyn Hendryx, Brittany Webb, MaNiya Christman McPherson, Emma Uncapher, Emma Lott, Zowie Flanders, John Doyle, Madison Baker, Chanel Katherine’s and Jack’s costumes design and construction: Amy Taylor Kidd, Elizabeth Gutierrez, Tatiana Grant, Courtney Hemelrick, Kailee Berube Costume mistresses: Leslie Coder, Sarah Coder, Lea Shepard, Sydnee Clubine Rigging/curtains: Justin Turner, Adin Freeman, Ethan Gavin, Sha’ron Carroll-Jones, Ian Pra- lle, Ian Oliver, Landon Hines Publicity: Windows: Nick Turner, Amauryon Farley, Landon Hines, Ian Pralle, Mackenzie Monroy, Program design and printing: Amy Taylor and Shelby Demo of Grass Roots Design Group, Colton Eytcheson, Kailee Berube, Brittany Webb, Jacob Johnson and Andy Taylor of the Montgomery County Chronicle Screen: Mackenzie Monroy, Colton Eytcheson, Jase Mavers, Logan Wood Publicity poster design and printing: Grass Roots Design Group Screen remake: Hailey Stover, Ian Oliver, Justin Turner, Josephat Lemus, Emma Uncapher Publicity promotion: Amy Taylor Stage Management: Kenzy Hanson, Logan Rathburn, Brandon Wright Publicity ticket design and printing: Amy Taylor Lighting Design/Programming: Mr and Mrs. Bennin Pre-ticket sales: Marci Horning, Amy Taylor T-shirt design: Amy Taylor Video promotions: Justin Turner and IHS Broadcasting Class Concessions organization and Drama Club promotion: Dee Dee O’Malley Ticket sales: Marci Horning, Brenda Meadows, Amy Taylor, Tiffany Roth, Julie Dunham, Joyce Gray, Tammy Roth Other assistance: Special thanks to Amy and Andy Taylor, Marci Horning, Jason McAfee, Carmen Hewitt, Kurt Newsﬂ ash! Seiler, Rusty Arnold, IHS secretaries and janitorial staff, Leslie Coder, Sarah Coder, Lori Wes- solowski, Neewollah, ICC theatre department, Paul Molnar, Lea Shepard, Lisa Paige, Renee Stanley, Jocelyn Donegan, Erin Shelton, Spencer Weaver, Brad Gray, Sarah Scovel, Renee Break a leg Hines, Janet Demo, Toni Scimeca Lillie Taylor “Katherine” We are proud of you & the entire cast of Newsies. Page 4 • Newsies Newsies • Page 5 Synopsis Act 1 owned by Jack’s friend Medda Larkin, whom tations with the police and strikebreakers. (reprise). he regularly paints backdrops for. Jack re- During the commotion, Crutchie is beaten, Meanwhile, Spot Conlon, head of the In the early hours of the morning in 1899 fuses to tell Davey why Snyder was after apprehended, and taken to the refuge. newsies in Brooklyn, brings in his ranks in New York City, newsboy Jack Kelly tells his him. The boys then watch Medda perform Jack, upset at the protest’s failure and the full support of Jack’s protest (“Brooklyn’s friend with a disabled leg, Crutchie, of his (“That’s Rich”). While at the show, Jack spots capture of Crutchie, laments the situation Here”). Jack gathers the newsies, and not dream to one day leave New York for Santa a young female reporter named Katherine and promises himself that he’ll soon leave wanting to put them in any more danger, Fe (“Santa Fe” (Prologue)). Jack lives with Plumber. He attempts to flirt with her, but New York forever (“Santa Fe (reprise)”). reluctantly suggests they accept Pulitzer’s his fellow “newsies,” many of whom are or- she brushes him off as he does a drawing offer. Davey and the newsies are shocked at phaned and homeless. As the sun rises, the of her. Jack laments his blossoming feelings Jack and turn their back on him. Jack later newsies awaken and prepare for another for her as the show continues (“Don’t Come Act 2 meets with Katherine once more and she day on the job (“Carrying the Banner”). While A-Knocking”/”I Never Planned on You”). The next morning, Katherine visits the tells him that despite her namesake, she buying their supply of papers to sell, Jack The next morning, Jack and the newsies sulking newsies in Jacobi’s Deli and cheers was always on Jack’s side. She also criticiz- meets Davey and his little brother, Les. Un- discover that the cost of newspapers has them up by showing them that her article es Jack for not being honest with her about like the rest of the newsies, Davey and Les been raised to sixty cents per hundred. Out- about the strike made the front page of the ending up in the refuge for stealing. Howev- have a home and a family. They started work raged, Jack organizes a protest (“The World New York Sun. Thrilled, the newsies all re- er, after seeing a drawing Jack made depict- as newsies because their father suffered an Will Know”). Katherine is inspired by Jack’s joice at making the headline and imagine ing the abuse conducted at the refuge, she accident at work resulting in the termination leadership and artistic abilities, and sees what it would be like to be famous (“King realizes Jack stole the food and clothing for of his employment. Seeing young Les as an the newsies’ strike as an opportunity to be of New York”). Meanwhile, Crutchie writes a the other boys there. The two share a brief opportunity to sell more papers, Jack offers seen as a more serious journalist, some- letter to Jack, reflecting his experience at the romantic moment and Katherine states that to help the boys. thing she struggles with because of society’s Refuge (“Letter from the Refuge”). Davey, “I have something to believe in, now that I Meanwhile, the publisher of the New York view of women, and decides to cover the Katherine, and Les later find Jack hiding out know you believed in me”. Jack admits that World, Joseph Pulitzer, increases the cost of protest. (“Watch What Happens”) The next in the basement of Medda’s theatre, paint- the feeling is mutual, and they kiss (“Some- the newspapers to the delivery boys, so as to day, Jack fails to properly motivate the News- ing a backdrop of Santa Fe. Davey and Kath- thing to Believe In”). outsell his competitors (“The Bottom Line”). ies, as he isn’t always the best with words, erine attempt to decide their next move, but Jack and Katherine then join the news- Later, Jack, Davey, and Les are chased but Davey steps in and rallies the newsies Jack refuses to put the newsies in danger ies in printing their own paper; one that will down by the corrupt Warden Snyder of The for a full scale strike against the New York again. Davey reminds him that they’ll have determine the outcome of the strike (“Once Refuge, a juvenile detention center. The World (“Seize the Day”). The protest is cut to take risks in order to get Crutchie back. and for All”). The newsies’ paper is sent to boys find cover in a vaudeville-style theatre short when the boys are engaged in confron- Jack eventually complies (“Watch What Hap- Governor Theodore Roosevelt, who arrives pens”) (reprise). in full support of the newsies’ cause. De- Back at the World, Pulitzer converses with feated, Pulitzer compromises with Jack once Warden Snyder about Jack while Katherine more. Jack proposes that Pulitzer buy back listens in secret. Snyder reveals that Jack is every paper the newsies fail to sell every actually an escaped criminal, originally de- day, thus making him seem more generous tained for stealing food and clothing. Jack and making more boys want to sell papers soon arrives and confronts Pulitzer. During for him. Pulitzer is reluctant at first, but the conversation, Pulitzer reveals that he is agrees. Crutchie is freed, Snyder is arrested, actually Katherine’s father. Katherine, who the refuge is shut down, and the strike ends. was hiding in the room, tries to apologize to Pulitzer offers Jack a job as a daily polit- Jack for not telling him, but Jack brushes her ical cartoonist, which Jack initially declines. off as he is led by Snyder into the cellar. Pu- Jack prepares to say goodbye to Katherine, litzer offers Jack a compromise: if the strike as he now plans to leave for Santa Fe, but is called off, he will be cleared of all charges Katherine says that wherever he goes she and given enough money to leave for Santa will go with him. The two share a kiss, and Fe, but if not, he and the other newsies will Jack elects to remain a newsboy and accept be sent to the refuge (“The Bottom Line)” the cartoonist job (“Finale”).

ISAIAH SAMORA No fake news here! You are absolutely amazing! Love, Dad Page 6 • Newsies Scenes and Musical Numbers Act 1 “Overture” – Orchestra “Santa Fe (Prologue)” – Jack and Crutchie “Carrying the Banner” – Jack, Crutchie, Newsies, Nuns “Carrying the Banner (Reprise I)”-Newsies “The Bottom Line” – Pulitzer, Seitz, Bunsen, Hannah “Carrying the Banner” (reprise II) – Newsies “That’s Rich” – Medda “I Never Planned on You/Don’t Come A-Knocking” – Jack, Bowery Beauties “The World Will Know” – Jack, Davey, Crutchie, Newsies “The World Will Know” (reprise) – Newsies “Watch What Happens” – Katherine “Seize the Day” – Davey, Jack, Newsies “Santa Fe” – Jack

Act 2 “King of New York” – Race, Katherine, Davey, Les and Newsies “Letter from The Refuge” – Crutchie (Added for national tour) “Watch What Happens” (reprise) -Davey, Jack, Katherine and Les “The Bottom Line” (reprise) – Pulitzer, Seitz, Bunsen “Brooklyn’s Here” – Spot Conlon, Newsies “Something to Believe In” – Jack and Katherine “Seize the Day” (reprise) – Newsies “Once and for All” – Jack, Davey, Katherine, Race, and Newsies “The World Will Know” (reprise) – Newsies “Finale” – Jack, Company

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221 N. Pennsylvania Avenue, Independence, KS 251 509-4294 Page 8 • Newsies Principal characters Lillie Taylor as Katherine Plumber Justin Turner as Jack Kelly Sophomore Lillie Taylor is thrilled to be playing one of her IHS senior Justin Turner has been in every musical he could dream roles, Katherine Plumber. A veteran of the Indepen- since moving to Independence as a freshman. Last year he dence stage, she has been seen in over 15 local productions played Tony in IHS’s production of West Side Story. That per- since the age of six. Some of her most memorable musicals formance earned him a Jester Award for outstanding leading include Annie (Annie), The Lion King (Rafiki),Into the Woods actor in a Kansas high school musical and the Jester Schol- (The Witch), and last year’s IHS production of West Side Sto- arship. He plans to go to college for musical theatre and ry. Following graduation, Lillie plans study musical theatre criminal justice, then move to New York City to get his chance and vocal performance and then pursue a professional the- on the Great White Way. He would like to thank his parents, atre career. She would like to thank her parents, her friends, family, and the Bennins for their continued support and help in and every one who has motivated and inspired her. his growth as an actor.

Quint Skaggs as Pulitzer Landon Long as Les Quint Skaggs, a senior playing the role of Pulitzer, has had a Making his first appearance on a local stage is Landon Long, brief career in theater. His first show was the IHS production who portrays the youngest newsboy, Les. A sixth grade stu- of Fiddler on The Roof. He also has appeared in the Inde- dent at Independence Middle School, Landon enjoys school pendence Children’s Summer Theatre production of Beauty activities, such as Kids’ Club. He has two younger siblings: and the Beast. While Quint has had a relatively short dra- Hunter, who is in the first grade, and Brooklyn, who is in pre- ma career, he has learned everything he knows about life on school. He also has a Chihuahua dog named Rosie. He is the stage from his mentors Liz Bennin and Lisa Paige, as well as son of Casey and Kayla Long of Independence. his best friend Justin Turner. After his time at Independence High School, Quint is pursuing a degree in general biology, with a minor in oceanography from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, while serving in the North Carolina Army National Guard. Did a newsboy strike really occur in New York City in 1899? Was there a true strike by newsboys in New York City in 1899? sellers, thus increasing the amount of money that newsies received for their work. The historical answer? Yes. At the turn of the century, newsboys were essential to newspaper distribution. While Although Disney Studios has taken artistic license to change some details of that actual morning editions of the paper were often delivered directly to subscribers, the afternoon event in the musical “Newsies,” the production is based on the strike of 1899. editions relied almost exclusively on newsboys to sell. Most of the newsboys came from The strike was a youth-led campaign to force change in the way that Joseph Pulitzer and poor immigrant families and sold papers in the afternoons and evenings, after their school William Randolph Hearst’s newspapers compensated their force of newsboys, or newspa- finished. They bought papers at 50¢ per hundred, and sold them at 1¢ each for a profit of per hawkers. The strikers demonstrated across the city for several days, effectively stopping half a cent per paper. circulation of the two papers, along with the news distribution for many New England cities. Newspaper circulation soared in 1898 with the news of the Spanish-American War. In- The strike lasted two weeks, causing Pulitzer’s New York World to decrease its circulation creased interest in the global story led Joseph Pulitzer’s New York World and William Ran- from 360,000 papers sold per day to 125,000. Although the price of papers was not low- dolph Heart’s New York Morning Journal to take unprecedented steps in news coverage, ered, the strike was successful in forcing the World and Journal to offer full buybacks to their including sensational headlines and investigative journalism.

Lillie, For five generations, your Clever, Have fun kid & family has been standing up for what is right. You may enjoy the moment, make find your place is on stage instead of in the newspaper memories and knock’em business, but we’re counting on you to continue our tradition of making the dead! world a better place. Love you, Love, Mom, B, and the fam Mom & Dad Newsies • Page 9 Principal characters Jack Horning as Crutchie Aerial Darnell as Medda Larkin Jackson Horning plays Crutchie in Newsies. Last year he was Aerial Darnell, a senior, is making her first appearance on the IHS Baby John in West Side Story. He has been in the chorus for theatrical stage. She portrays Medda Larkin, the owner of a sa- multiple musicals with both Independence Children’s Sum- loon-style theater whose clients included everyone from news- mer Theater and Neewollah. His roles include a Wickersham ies to high-power politicians. “This is my first play. It’s been a Brother in Seussical Jr., Benzai in Lion King Jr., King Agnarr really good experience, and made me realize my deep love for in Frozen Jr. (Coffeyville), and most recently Pinnochio in theater,” she said. “I want to thank my cast members for being Shrek the Musical. “I would like to thank my mom for forcing absolutely amazing and supportive throughout this experience, me to audition the first time, Mrs. Bennin for taking a chance as well as my family and my friends. I also want to thank Mrs. on me, Mrs. Smith, Ms. Allen, Mrs. Scovel, and Mr. Harper for Bennin for casting me in a lead role in my very first musical, and teaching me about singing and music.” teaching me all of the small things that I need to continue theater in college. I also want to thank her for being patient through all of my mistakes and for not giving up on me.” Clever Christman as Davey Clever Christman plays Davey in Independence High School’s Isaiah Samora at Race production of Newsies. Other notable roles for Clever include Lumierre in Beauty and the Beast and Riff in West Side Story. IHS junior Isaiah Samora has been in one other high school Clever was previously nominated for Outstanding Technical show, which was last year’s production of West Side Story. He Achievement at the 2019 Jester Awards, as he is a man of played the character Action. He also appeared in the 2019 In- varying talents. Clever’s work backstage for How to Succeed dependence Children’s Summer Theatre production of Beau- in Business Without Really Trying (2017) and Fiddler on the ty and the Beast. After graduation from Independence High Roof (2018) is noteworthy. Additionally, he co-designed lights School in 2021, Samora plans to attend Missouri State Univer- and sound for Justin Turner’s concert, Broadway and Beyond. sity in Springfield, Mo. He’d like to thank family and friends for After graduation Clever plans to attend either Emporia State Uni- pushing him to go to his first audition. versity to study theatre or pursue a career in film.

Kiara: The things we do today will be tomorrow’s news. Now is the Break a leg, time to SEIZE the day; TAP your Elyzabeth! heart out NEWSIE! Love, Mom, Dad and Tristan Love, Mom & Dad

Justin, we are so proud of how far you have come and Break a Leg, all that you have accomplished. You have such an amazing talent and such a bright future ahead of you! Joey/Elmer! We’re We will be there to root you on every step of the way. We love you so much!! all so proud of you! Break a leg buddy and SEIZE THE DAY!

Love, Mom, Dad, & the whole Kyle Crew - Mom, Jack, & Sis Page 10 • Newsies Newsies characters

(Left to right) Isabel Ayala (Nun 2, Newsgirl, Hattie; Jade (Left to right) Mahria Goodman (Rye); Ember Jay (Livy); Kiara Islam (Gin- (Left to right) Brad Gray (Roosevelt); Venice De- Umlauf (Bowery Beauty, Newsgirl, Gussie) ny) lamarter (Mayor, Stage Manager, Goon)

(Left to right) Tommy Stewart (Darcy, Cop, Guard, Patron, Brooklyn); Katharina Auer (Townsperson, Woman Buying Paper, Mrs. Pennywisse); Colin Carnes (Jimmy McIntosh), A.J. Stewart (Bill, Cop, Guard, Patron, Brooklyn) (Left to right) Leah Barwick (Nan), Mackenzie Thiessen (Sisse), Hannah Fairbank (Tilly)

(Left to right) Isaiah Samora (Race), Caleb Hayes (Henry), Evan Knight (Albert); Elyzabeth (Left to right) Jeremy Line (Finch), Joey Kyle (Elmer), Cole Mayfield (Romeo), Jared Alliston Eisele (Specs) (Jo Jo) Newsies • Page 11

(Left to right) Maeson Bryant (Newsgirl Chorus, Penelo- pe), Damian Clark (Weisel, Bunsen, Goon, Brooklyn Boy Selena Bale (Nun 1, Seitz, Betty)

(Front row, center) Devon Mitchell (Mush), (Back row, left to right) Landon Pursley (Scab 3, Buttons), Adin Freeman (Tommy Boy, Scab 2), Hannah Fairbank (Spot Con- lon)

(Front row, left to right) Jaycee Watts (Sniper, Main Newsie), Kate Graham (Bowery Beauty, Main (Left to right) Zowie Flanders (Townspeople, Paper Reader, Vendor, Prudence Price), Newsie, Lil Jen), Katherine Waldner (Tallie); (back row, left to right) Jamaul Burnett (Banjo), Spen- Austin Bertie (Nardo) cer Weaver (Snyder), Kobe Thompson (Goon, Brooklyn Boy)

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(Left to right) Tyler Malotte (Oscar Delaney, Jacobi, Nunzio), Luke Schlor- (Left to right) Creighton Beaver (Splasher), Brynn Bertie holtz (Morris Delaney) (Bowery Beauty, Main Newsie, Hetty) Page 12 • Newsies Glossary and phrases Above the Fold: The prominent placement Circulation: The amount of newspapers or Metropolis: A large, urban area. kids in Newsies often refer to “selling their of an article in a newspaper. If a headline magazines a publisher sells. Newsboys’ Lodging House: A rooming papes.” is above the middle fold, it is the rst thing a Colonize: To claim a country or territory house run by the Children’s Aid Society. News- Payoff: A bribe; the unethical exchange of reader would see when she bought the pa- and govern its inhabitants. ies and other child workers could purchase a money to persuade someone to act in anoth- per. Distribution window: The location at which bed to sleep in and meals on a daily basis. er’s favor. Apprentice: A person who learns a skill newsies would purchase their papers for the Newsies: Young newspaper vendors who Pen name: A made up name that an author or a trade, usually from an expert at the job. day. Each newspaper publisher had its own purchased their goods from the publisher and or journalist chooses to publish under. Apprentices would often receive room and distribution window. re-sold them for a profit. Some newsies were Power tends to corrupt and absolute pow- board instead of a salary. Ellis Island: An island port in New York, and as young as six years old, and worked long er corrupts absolutely: This phrase, penned Boroughs: A district or municipality within the station through which thousands of immi- hours on the streets of American cities. by Sir John Dalberg-Acton, is often cited by a city. New York’s boroughs include Manhat- grants made their way into the United States. Pape: A slang term for “newspaper”; the • continued on next page tan, Brooklyn, The Bronx, Queens and Staten Ellis Island was an entry point for new Ameri- Island (known as Richmond in 1899). cans from 1892-1943. Today it is a museum Bowery: A neighborhood in lower Manhat- and a popular tourist attraction. tan. At the time Newsies is set, the Bowery Exclusive: In journalism, the only reporting was an immigrant neighborhood, famous for done on a certain topic. In Newsies, Kather- A note from the director its vaudeville-style plays and musicals. ine hopes to land an exclusive interview with Brooklyn: New York’s largest borough and Jack, and get information no other paper will Thank you, everyone, who has been a part of Disney’s “Newsies” at In- one of the largest cities in America until it be- cover. dependence High School. Producing a musical each year is always a came part of New York in 1898. Headline: The title of a newspaper article; challenge. I am very proud of my students and the adults who step up Brooklyn Bridge: Completed in 1883, the feature story in a newspaper. this iconic bridge connects Brooklyn to low- Idleness: Laziness, a lack of purpose. every year to the expectations. I could list all the pitfalls and ups and er Manhattan. Tens of thousands of people Immigrant: A person who relocates to a downs, but all those trials melt away when the audience comes to see cross the Brooklyn Bridge everyday. new country. New York comprises immigrants the show. Feel free to laugh, applaud and cry as these students encap- Carrying the banner: This phrase is used from around the world. sulate what it was like to be these character’s during the NewsBoy Strike figuratively and literally to denote the pre- Manhattan: The most densely populated sentation of a newspaper’s name atop of the of New York’s five boroughs, and a major fi- of 1899. Break a leg everyone, and enjoy the show! front page. nancial and cultural hub. Elizabeth Bennin, director

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• continued from previous page Reformer: Someone who advocates for Staten Island: Formerly known as Rich- trol of local politics. change. mond, Staten Island is one of New York’s ve Tenements: Turn-of-the-century apartment journalists as a reason to expose question- Richmond: Now known as Staten Island, boroughs. buildings that housed multiple families. New able practices of elected officials. It is men- Richmond was one of New York’s five bor- Strike: The refusal of a group of employ- York’s tenements forced deplorable living tioned in Katherine’s solo “Watch What Hap- oughs at the time Newsies is set. ees to work. People tend to go on strike when conditions on the city’s poor immigrant fami- pens.” Rough Riders: A volunteer cavalry who unions are unable to reach a compromise lies. Printing press: A machine used to print fought in the Spanish-American War. Theo- with an employer. The Bronx: The northernmost of New York’s newspapers. dore Roosevelt was one of the most famous Sweatshop: A workshop, usually in the five boroughs. Publisher: A person or company that cre- Rough Riders, but the group mainly com- clothing industry, in which workers make very Tycoon: A wealthy and powerful business ates and prints newspapers (and other kinds prised Native Americans and cowboys. low wages, work under poor conditions, and person. of literature). Scab: A slang term for an individual who do manual labor. In 1899, many children Union: An association of employees that Queens: One of New York’s five boroughs, takes work when the regular employees are worked in sweatshops that sprung up in New collectively bargains with employers to pro- and the most ethnically diverse urban area in on strike. York’s tenement houses. tect the interests of the workers. the world. Society pages: A section of a newspaper Tammany Hall: A political organization in Union Army: The northern army during the Rally: An organized meeting of a large that reports on social events in the communi- New York, incorporated in 1789. Tammany American Civil War, which took place between group of people to show support for a cause. ty. Hall was notoriously corrupt, and sought con- 1861 and 1865. A Special Thank You… We would like to extend our sincere thanks to McHugh Video Productions and the following parents and friends: Gary & Cathy Beaver Maura Samora Fred Meier Geo. & Julie Eisele Shane Samora Brent & Ginger Nelson Cory & Anne Bertie Andy & Amy Taylor Brenda Meadows Holly Ayala Melissa Malotte Jack & Jennifer Jordan Thanks to your generosity, each cast member will receive a high quality video recording of the Newsies production.

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