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ELECTION Halloween Activities Results Brown County Healthcare Sales Tax Area girls are crowned Queen, Miss Congeniality Yes - 1,264 votes (49.9%) HERALD REPORT No - 1,267 votes (50.1%) A tradition marked its 105th USD No. 113, Position 1 year as Hiawatha celebrated its annual Halloween Frolic on James A. Scoby (incumbent) - 520 votes (71%) Thursday, Oct. 31. As part of the Ken Cannon - 213 votes (29%) annual event, area high school se- nior girls participated in the Hal- Editor’s Note: Results include only the question loween Queen scholarship contest. and school board race in the readership area that were contested. These results are unofficial until Two area girls — Ainsley Smith, canvassed by counties. Complete, official results Miss Sabetha, and Savannah Stall- will be printed in The Sabetha Herald when they baumer, Miss Wetmore, vied for are available. the title of queen, along with six other contestants. Other candidates included Madelyn Bruning, Miss Everest; Nicole Mackey, Miss Hiawatha; Elaine Vanderweide, Miss Horton; WIND FARM Jessica Deters, Miss Seneca; Mor- gan Kleinhoff, Miss Wathena; and Kailea Smith, Miss Willis. The winners were named pri- Board extends or to the Halloween parade on Thursday, Oct. 31. Miss Sabetha Ainsley Smith was crowned queen, while Miss Everest Mad- moratorium elyn Bruning was named First Runner-Up and Miss Wetmore Savannah Stallbaumer was named Miss Congeniality. six months The girls were awarded scholar- Sabetha High School senior Ainsley Smith of Sabetha, center, is the 2019 Hiawatha Halloween Queen. Pictured with her are runner-up Madelyn Bruning of Everest, left, and Miss Congeniality, Savannah HEATHER STEWART QUEEN.10A Stallbaumer of Wetmore, right. Submitted

The six-month moratorium that went into ef- fect May 13, 2019, has been extended by another six months to May 13, 2020. This decision was made Monday, Nov. 4, during the regular commission meet- ing of the Nemaha County Commissioners. Youth find treats, not tricks at annual event Commissioners Gary Scoby, Tim Burdiek and Dennis Henry unanimously approved Resolution 2019-8, which states the commissioners will not hear any requests to use roads, infrastructure and other public areas of Nemaha County for a period of six months. The commissioners can vote again at that time to extend the moratorium again if needed. This resolution does not apply to the Soldier Creek Wind Farm Development, which is currently being negoti- ated between Nemaha County and NextEra Energy Resources. This resolution — 2019-8 — will be included in the Wednesday, Nov. 13, issue of The Sabetha Herald. NOVEMBER 4 DISCUSSION Over the past few weeks, the County’s engineering firm – Cook, Flatt and Strobel Engineers (CFS)– have been working with NextEra Energy Resources’ engi- neers to establish a haul route for the Soldier Creek Wind Farm Development. While nothing has been set in stone for the project – which is to be located in southern Nemaha County – the latest haul route that was reviewed by the Nemaha County Commis- The Reel family is out to play during Trick or Treat on Main Street. Pictured are Eve Georg the lion, Tatum Georg the peanut, and Collins sioners in executive session showed four bridges be- (L-R) Adam Reel, Jody Reel, Levi Reel and Myles Reel. In the stroller is Ezra Georg the elephant are out in force during Trick or Treat ing impacted. According to Mark Trumbauer with Reel. The event drew 450 trick-or-treaters. Amber Deters | Herald on Main Street. Amber Deters | Herald NextEra, those four bridges are “20 feet WINDFARM.10A See more Halloween photos on page 10A

SHS MUSICAL HOLIDAY FUN Sabetha students to present Home for the holidays HERALD REPORT Letters should include the child’s full name, age and mailing address. All letters received ‘Annie’ next weekend Again this year, local organizations, indi- by Friday, Dec. 6, will receive a hand-written viduals and businesses have been a flurry with reply from Santa! HERALD REPORT holiday event planning, hoping to make this All letters — and if desired, a submitted year’s holiday season one to remember. photo of the child — also will be published at Sabetha High School students will present the mu- no charge in The Sabetha Herald’s Christmas sical “Annie” in multiple performances next week. MERRY-MENT ON MAIN STREET Greetings Special Supplement on Dec. 18. Public showtimes are 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, The kick-off of the Holiday Coupon Book Please send letters in one of the following Nov. 15 and 16, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 17, in the Program will be at “Merry-Ment on Main ways: Sabetha Middle School auditorium. Tickets are $5 Street,” which will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. • Hand Deliver: Santa’s Mailbox, located in- for adults and $3 for students and senior citizens. Friday, Nov. 22. Tickets are $15 for adults and side Sabetha City Hall, between Nov. 13 and In the depths of the 1930s, Annie is a fiery young $5 for children. Dec. 6; orphan girl who must live in a miserable orphanage The event will begin at City Hall with ap- • Mail: Santa’s Mailbox, PO Box 208, Sabetha run by the tyrannical Miss Hannigan. Her seemingly petizers, wine and punch before visiting the KS 66534; hopeless situation changes dramatically when she is participating local merchants. Participating • Email: [email protected]. selected to spend a short time at the residence of the merchants will be offering one-night-only wealthy munitions industrialist, Oliver Warbucks. deals. Also, all purchases made at participat- COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING Quickly, she charms the hearts of the household ing retailers will be entered into a drawing for DINNER staff, and even the seemingly cold-hearted Warbucks two $50 Chamber Gift Cards. In the true spirit of Thanksgiving, a Com- cannot help but learn to love this wonderful girl. He For more information please call 785-285- munity Thanksgiving Dinner is being offered decides to help Annie find her long lost parents by Sabetha High School students rehearse for the 2139 or email [email protected]. on Thanksgiving Day. offering a reward if they would come to him and upcoming musical “Annie” to be held November The free dinner will be offered from noon prove their identity. However, Miss Hannigan, her 15, 16 and 17. Pictured are SEATED Ellen Glynn LETTERS TO SANTA to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 28, at The Main evil brother Rooster, and a female accomplice plan (Annie) and Sandy; BACK ROW (L-R) Rachel Children are invited to write letters to Santa, Event in Sabetha. A full meal of turkey and all to impersonate those people to get the reward for Kuenzi (Miss Hannigan), Charles Kuenzi (Daddy and The Sabetha Herald and Sabetha Cham- the trimmings will be available at no charge, or themselves which puts Annie Warbucks), Ainsley Smith (Grace), Kaleb Grimm ber of Commerce will help make sure they are can even be delivered. in great danger. MUSICAL.10A (Rooster) and Sofia Kuenzi (Lilly). Submitted delivered. Event organizers ask HOLIDAYS.10A

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deadlines&information The Sabetha Herald is the official Newspaper for the cities of Sabetha, Morrill and Fairview and the Prairie Hills USD No. 113 School District. The Herald is published each Wednesday. Circulation for 2018 averaged 1,800 copies per week. The Herald is a member of the following: » Kansas Press Association SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY » Sabetha Chamber of Commerce 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Noon to 5 p.m., 8 a.m., Brown County 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., General 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 8 a.m., Holiday 8 a.m., Holiday 7 a.m., Morrill Men's Community Commission meeting Breakfast, at Old Community DEADLINES Christmas Open House Election Day NorthRidge Church Open House with Open House with 8:30-10 a.m., Coffeehouse at Center in Morrill News: 10 a.m. Monday for Wednesday newspaper. at the Nursey School Morrill Community Building 9 a.m., Exercise Class at Chicken Pie Dinner, at entertainment at Brick entertainment at Brick 8 a.m., Sabetha Lions Club Sabetha Manor. Free to the east of Falls City 9 a.m., Nemaha County NorthRidge Fellowship Street Furniture Co. + Street Furniture Co. + Paper Pick-up, place newspaper Advertising: 10 a.m. Monday for Wednesday newspaper. public. by the curb, tied or in paper 7:30 p.m., Too Young to Die Commission meeting 9-10 a.m., Coffee Hour, at Hall in Sabetha Wine Lounge Wine Lounge bags. No plastic bags, please. Special Holiday Deadlines for News and Advertising are 5 p.m. Narcotics Anonymous, held 9:30 a.m., Coffee Hour at Sabetha Nutrition Center 8:30-10 a.m., Coffeehouse at 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Christmas Craft at Midtown Building, First and Sabetha Manor 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Walk- Morrill Community Building 7 p.m., Wetmore High Thursday for next Wednesday's newspaper unless otherwise Main Streets Fair, at HCC Wellness Center in 6 p.m., Sabetha PTO Meeting, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Sabetha in Flu Clinic at Sabetha 9 a.m., Exercise Class at School Musical, at WAC Highland at SES Library noted. If the holiday falls on a Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Schools Community Community Hospital Sabetha Manor. 8 a.m., Holiday Open House with or Thursday, holiday deadlines apply. Holidays include the 6 to 7:30 p.m., Wetmore Conversation, at Lobby 9-10 a.m., Coffee Hour, at entertainment at Brick Street Sabetha Nutrition Center Furniture Co. + Wine Lounge following: New Year's Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Schools Community Sabetha Middle School 10 a.m., NEK Area Agency on 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Women's Conversation, at WAC Aging Board Meeting, at NEK- Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving 7 p.m., CAPS meeting, AAA Office in Hiawatha Bible Conference, at Day and Christmas Day. basement of Community NorthRige Church in National Bank 7 p.m., Wetmore High School Musical, at WAC Sabetha PHOTOS 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Ham NUTRITION CENTER NUTRITION CENTER NUTRITION CENTER NUTRITION CENTER NUTRITION CENTER & Bean Feed, at Goff When submitting news photos, please submit by email or in Menu: Ham Loaf, Roll, Menu: Chicken Cheesy Menu: BBQ Meatballs, Menu: Polish Sausage, Menu: Chicken Pot Pie, Community Building person. Be sure to provide adequate information naming all Scalloped Potatoes, Fiesta Cass. w/Lettuce ww Bread, Baked Potato, Bun, Mashed Potatoes, Biscuit, Parsley Sliced Harvard Beets, Fruit Cup Salad, Roll, Corn, Italian Vegetables, Sauerkraut, Broccoli, Carrots, Strawberries persons in the photo and describing in detail what is going on Glazed Baked Apples Fruit Crisp Fruit w/Jello and Bananas, Cookies in the picture. Engagement, Wedding and Anniversary Photos are $25. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 7 a.m., Veterans Day 9 a.m., Exercise Class at 10-10:30 a.m., Rural Mobile 8:30-10 a.m., Coffeehouse at 7 p.m., Sabetha High 7 p.m., Sabetha High The photos run two columns wide. Sabetha Manor. Free to the Food Pantry Distribution, Morrill Community Building Veterans Turkey/Ham Breakfast, at Buzz Café School Musical, at School Musical, at Anniversary Photos are $25 for (1) two-column photo, or (2) public. Sabetha Community Food 9 a.m., Exercise Class at Dinner, at Fairview in Sabetha 9-10 a.m., Coffee Hour, at Pantry at NorthRidge parking Sabetha Manor. Free to the Sabetha Middle School Sabetha Middle School lot one-column photos. The charge is $35 to run (1) two-column Community Center 8:30-10 a.m., Coffeehouse at Sabetha Nutrition Center public. auditorium auditorium Morrill Community Building 9 a.m., Sabetha Christian Noon to 3 p.m., Game Day, at 9-10 a.m., Coffee Hour, at photo AND (1) one-column photo. 7:30 p.m., Too Young to Die Sabetha Nutrition Center Narcotics Anonymous, held 9:30 a.m., Coffee Hour at Women meeting, at Buzz Cafe Sabetha Nutrition Center Obituary Photos are $20 and run one column wide. at Midtown Building, First and Sabetha Manor 6 p.m., Jazzy Ash Performance, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Walk-in Flu 6:30 p.m., Alzheimer’s Support Main Streets at Sabetha High School Gym Clinic at Sabetha Community Group, at Sabetha Community Noon, Sabetha Chamber Hospital Lobby Birthday and Birth Photos are $10 and run one column wide. Meeting, at Sabetha City Hall Building 6 p.m., VFW Post 7285 Auxiliary 6 p.m., Sabetha City meeting, Sabetha VFW Hall Commission Meeting EVENT COVERAGE 7:30 p.m., VFW Post 7285 6 p.m., Prairie Hills USD No. 113 meeting, Sabetha VFW Hall Board of Education meeting If event coverage is desired, please notify The Sabetha Herald 7:30 p.m., Women’s Bible Study at least one month before the event is scheduled to take 7 p.m., SES Third Grade at United Brethren in Christ, 301 Veterans Day Program, S. 12th Street in Sabetha place. at Sabetha Middle School auditorium HOW TO SUBMIT NEWS &ADVERTISING NUTRITION CENTER NUTRITION CENTER NUTRITION CENTER NUTRITION CENTER Menu: Meat Loaf, Menu: Roast Pork, Menu: Smothered Menu: Chicken and Rice (1) Stop in our office at 1024 Main Street, Sabetha. 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Community Center Morrill Community Building 9-10 a.m., Coffee Hour, at Sabetha Manor. Free to the Downtown Sabetha Banquet, at Bern 2 p.m., Sabetha High 9 a.m., Nemaha County Sabetha Nutrition Center public. Community Building School Musical, at Commission meeting 5:30 to 9 p.m., Brown County 9-10 a.m., Coffee Hour, at SUBSCRIPTION RATES 9:30 a.m., Coffee Hour at Conservation District Women in Sabetha Nutrition Center Sabetha Middle School Sabetha Manor Ag, at Fisher Community Center in Hiawatha Digital All Access: $30.00/year auditorium Noon to 1 p.m., Sabetha 7:30 p.m., Too Young to Die Hospital Guild meeting Kansas Print: $44.00/year Narcotics Anonymous, held 6:30 p.m., NAMI meeting at HCH at Midtown Building, First and Kansas Print+Digital All Access: $56.00/year Main Streets 7:30 p.m., Quilt Lovers Guild Out-of-State Print: $51.00/year meeting at Seneca Library Out-of-State Print+Digital All Access: $63.00/year (tax included in all prices)

POSTMASTER NUTRITION CENTER NUTRITION CENTER NUTRITION CENTER NUTRITION CENTER NUTRITION CENTER Menu: Chicken Tetrazzini, Menu: Hamburger Beef Menu: Chicken Parm. w/ Menu: Roast Turkey, Menu: Fish Fillets, Muffin, Form 3573 should be sent to: The Sabetha Herald, Noodles, ww Bread, Peas Soup, Crackers, Kolache, Mar. Sauce, Spaghetti, Roll, Dressing, Mashed Buttered Potatoes, P.O. Box 208, Sabetha, KS 66534. and Carrots, Mandarin Broccoli and Cauliflower, Garlic Roll, Caesar Salad, Pot., Green Bean Cass., Mixed Vegetables, Oranges, Cookies Salad, Sliced Peaches Mandarin Oranges Cran. Jello, Pumpkin Pie Raspberry Delight 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 7:30 p.m., Too Young to Die 8 a.m., Brown County 9 a.m., Exercise Class at Noon to 3 p.m., Game Day, at Thanksgiving 7 p.m., Trivia Night Narcotics Anonymous, held Commission meeting Sabetha Manor. Free to the Sabetha Nutrition Center benefitting Shed A's 10U at Midtown Building, First and 8:30-10 a.m., Coffeehouse at public. 7:30 p.m., Women’s Bible Study Main Streets Morrill Community Building 9-10 a.m., Coffee Hour, at at United Brethren in Christ, 301 Softball Team, at The SUBSCRIBE TODAY! 9 a.m., Nemaha County Sabetha Nutrition Center S. 12th Street in Sabetha Main Event in Sabetha Commission meeting Please cut along this line and return with payment. 9:30 a.m., Coffee Hour at Sabetha Manor NAME: 6 p.m., Sabetha City Commission Meeting ADDRESS: CITY/STATE: PHONE #: EMAIL: NUTRITION CENTER NUTRITION CENTER NUTRITION CENTER Menu: BBQ Chicken, ww Menu: Lasagna, WG Menu: Ham and Bean NUTRITION CENTER NUTRITION CENTER LOCAL SUBSCRIPTIONS Roll, Scalloped Potatoes, Noodles, Lettuce Salad, Soup, Cornbread, Closed. Closed. Italian Vegetables, Mandarin Oranges w/Jello Crackers, Spinach ❏Printed Newspaper ONLY: $44.00 No Meals. No Meals. Strawberry Shortcake Salad, Fruit Cup No Bus. No Bus. ❏Printed Newspaper & Digital: $56.00 ❏Digital All Access ONLY: $30.00 DEC 1 DEC 2 DEC 3 DEC 4 DEC 5 DEC 6 DEC 7 7:30 p.m., Too Young to Die 8 a.m., Brown County 9 a.m., Exercise Class at 8:30-10 a.m., Coffeehouse at OUT-OF-STATE SUBSCRIPTIONS Narcotics Anonymous, held Commission meeting Sabetha Manor. Free to the Morrill Community Building at Midtown Building, First and 8:30-10 a.m., Coffeehouse at public. 9 a.m., Exercise Class at ❏Printed Newspaper ONLY: $51.00 Main Streets Morrill Community Building 9-10 a.m., Coffee Hour, at Sabetha Manor. Free to the ❏Printed Newspaper & Digital: $63.00 9 a.m., Nemaha County Sabetha Nutrition Center public. Commission meeting 9-10 a.m., Coffee Hour, at ❏Digital All Access ONLY: $30.00 9:30 a.m., Coffee Hour at Sabetha Nutrition Center Sabetha Manor 10 a.m., NEK Area Agency on 6 p.m., Sabetha PTO Meeting, Aging Board Meeting, at NEK- at SES Library AAA Office in Hiawatha Please mark your selection and be sure 7 p.m., CAPS meeting, basement of Community your address is complete and correct. National Bank MAIL TO: The Sabetha Herald P.O. Box 208 Sabetha, KS 66534 community record sabethaherald.com | The Sabetha Herald | November 6, 2019 3A

Obituaries Clair Krebs Virginia Simpson This Week’s Obituaries Clair E. Krebs, 86, of Hiawatha, died Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, at the Virginia L. Simpson of Mission, Texas, SABETHA HOLTON Hiawatha Community Hospital, surrounded by his family. formerly from Morrill and Horton, died Wilfred Banks Roy Porter He was born Aug. 18, 1933, near Powhattan, as one of four children Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019. born to Homer and Esther (Wenger) Krebs. He lived in Brown County She was born Jan. 9, 1938, in Corning, Gordon Dobbs OUT OF STATE all of his life. He grew up on a farm near Powhattan where he attended to Boyd and Ruth Newland Tomlinson. HIAWATHA Virginia Simpson Green Valley Country School, later graduating from Powhattan High On Nov. 2, 1982, she married the love Clair Krebs School in 1952. of her life and best friend, Norman E. Clair married his high school sweetheart, Shirley Pederson, on Simpson, in Horton. March 1, 1953, at Horton. The couple farmed and raised livestock Virginia worked for more than 30 years Obituaries printed in The Sabetha Herald are printed for free up to 250 words. For until retiring, and moved to town in 2007. Interestingly, he was born at the Morrill Elevator. anything beyond that, the charge is $.50 per word. A photo can be added for $20. and has lived in the same farm home until 2007. Shirley survives and After retiring in 2000, they moved For more information, contact us at 785-284-3300 or [email protected]. resides at home. to Mission, Texas. They spent most of Also surviving are his children, Douglas (Cindy) of Las Vegas, their summers traveling and enjoyed the Nev., Debbie (Dale) Hossfeld of Topeka, Cindy (Eugene) Solomon of warmth of the southern Texas winters. Hiawatha, and Sherry (Robert) Taylor of Topeka; his brother, Gerald She considered herself blessed to have Wilfred Banks (Donna) of Hiawatha; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren been able to see all 50 states, Ireland, Nova Scotia, British Columbia, Wilfred “Bill” L. Banks, 91, of Sabetha, died Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, and great-great-grandchildren. Australia, New Zealand and Tasmania. Ireland was her favorite place at the Apostolic Christian Home. Clair was preceded in death by his parents, Homer and Esther to visit. Bill was born Feb. 17, 1928, south of Sabetha, to James and Nellie Krebs; brother, Clyde; sister, Virginia Smith; granddaughters, Carrie She had the unmatched ability to make friends where ever she was. (Meyer) Banks. He attended Fidelity Grade School, and graduated and Kaylie; and great-great-granddaughters, Carrie Ann and Layla. Her contagious laughter brought joy to all those it touched. from Sabetha High School in 1946. In his youth, he enjoyed farming A celebration of Clair’s life will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. Family was her number one priority. She loved spending time with on the family farm. 6, at the Powhattan United Methodist Church. Shane Spangler will her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren at their annual After graduation, he stayed at home to help make a home for his officiate. Interment will follow at Powhattan Cemetery. Memorial piñata party. Her kind caring attitude, great wit, sense of humor and brother Clarence, who was handicapped. Bill later worked for nine contributions may be made to the Powhattan Cemetery or Brown generosity will be an enormous loss for her family and friends. years at Wilde Tool Company in Hiawatha, and then 19 years at Wenger County Humane Society, sent in care of the Chapel Oaks Funeral Virginia was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Donald Manufacturing. Bill retired in 1993. His sister, Frances, retired in 1985 Home, Hiawatha, which is in charge of arrangements. Tomlinson; daughter, Teri Speers; and son, Mark Daily. and made her home with Bill. The Sabetha Herald 11/6/2019 She is survived by her husband, Norm; daughters Debbie (Tim) Bill enjoyed walking, spending time with family, Royals baseball Wenger and Connie (David) Simpson; step-children, Tina Baker, and the Kansas City Chiefs. Charles Simpson, Fred (Chandra) Simpson and Bradley Simpson; 15 He was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Clarence in grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; four great-great grandchildren 1961 and John in 1995; his sister, Frances in 1999; and his sister-in- and many friends. law, Pauline. Roy Porter Per her request, she was cremated. No funeral is planned. Her life will be celebrated at a wake in the spring. Bill is survived by his adopted family, Carl and Holly Wisdom of Roy Everett Porter, 79, of Holton died Thursday, Oct. 31, 2019, Sabetha and their children, Ryley, Lexi and Derik. at a Topeka hospital. He was born May 26, 1940, in Wetmore, The Sabetha Herald 11/6/2019 Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6, at the son of Paul Marion and Ruby “Hazel” George Porter. the Sabetha Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Roy grew up in Wetmore, graduating from Wetmore High Sabetha Community Hospital or the American Heart Association, School in 1958. He had lived in Jackson County since 1983. He and sent in care of Popkess Mortuary, 823 Virginia Street, Sabetha, served in the U.S. Army Reserve. Roy worked as a mechanic KS 66534. Online condolences may be left for the family at www. for Santa Fe Railroad for 33 years, retiring in 1993. He later worked popkessmortuaries.com. as custodian at Jackson Heights Grade School and enjoyed being Thank you! The Sabetha Herald 11/6/2019 around the kids. He was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Holton. Roy loved to hunt and fish, helped teach Hunter’s Safety, coached baseball I would like to thank the and enjoyed cutting firewood. Sabetha Community Hospital Gordon Dobbs Roy married Donna Lee Klahr on July 16, 1961 in Netawaka. She Gordon Santford Dobbs, 59, of Sabetha, died Saturday, Oct. 26, survives the home. and their excellent staff for 2019, at the Sabetha Community Hospital. Also surviving are his daughter, Janet (Lewis) Lenard of Burlington; He was born March 1, 1960, in San Diego, Calif., to Theodore sons, Paul (Nancy Jo) Porter of Holton, and Darin (Joyce) Porter of In- the wonderful care during my and Darlene (Minter) Dobbs. He was the youngest of 13 children — dependence, Kan.; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. recent hospital stay. Feeling 11 brothers and one sister. He attended El Capitan High School in He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Evelyn Lierz. Lakeside, Calif. Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7 at the blessed to have such a great Gordon worked in construction his entire life, and it was something Trinity Lutheran Church in Holton. Inurnment will be at a later date he genuinely enjoyed. He ran his own company, worked for Habitat in Wetmore Cemetery. There will be a book available to sign at the facility so close to home. For Humanity and taught construction throughout his life. Gordon Mercer Funeral Home in Holton. In lieu of flowers, memorials may loved motorcycles, and said there was no better feeling than being on be given to the Trinity Lutheran Church c/o Mercer Funeral Home, a bike on the open road. P.O. Box 270, Holton, KS 66436. To leave a special message for the Erma Wenger He was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers. family, visit www.mercerfuneralhomes.com. Gordon is survived by his daughters, Kymberli Dobbs Venegas The Sabetha Herald 11/6/2019 and Sandra Watters; his son, Nathan Dobbs; his nephew who was like a son to him, Garren Hopwood; his sister, Teresa Archer; eight grandchildren; and extended family. Confused by Medicare D His wish was not to have any services. The family will be having a Celebration of Life in the spring. Online condolences may be left for enrollment? Turkey Dinner the family at www.popkessmortuaries.com. with all the trimmings The Sabetha Herald 11/6/2019 Let Sabetha Community Hospital help. Sunday, November 17 Call Jean Ann Holland 785-284-1547 or (moved from Nov. 10 to Nov. 17) Debby Thompson 785-284-1527 to set up an appointment. Appointments will be made 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Morrill Community Center OPEN ENROLLMENT: OCTOBER 15-DECEMBER 7 Sponsored by the Morrill Community Chamber of Commerce

Downtown Tecumseh, Nebraska MEMORIES Compiled from past issues of The Sabetha Herald New & Used Vehicles 125 YEARS Friday, November 9, 1894 50 YEARS Thursday, November 13, 1969 W. P. King of St. Joseph, who is getting up an illustrated book advertising Supt Joe Cleavinger left early Saturday morning on a three week trip the towns along the Grand Island railroad, has been in town several to Russia and other eastern European countries. He reportedly called days this week working up the scheme. his wife Saturday afternoon from Kennedy Airport in New York City. We were told some whiskey was used here on election day, but it gives His suitcase had been lost and he was left with no clothes other than those he was wearing. Certified GM ServiCe departMent us pleasure to state that we saw no drunken men and but few who 402-335-3348 1-800-322-0156 2015 Chevrolet Colorado seemed to be partially under the influence of liquor. For Busses - This is the new Unified School District 441 bus maintenance www.brinkmansgm.com Crew Cab Those who made bets with their wives on the election and lost will do building. It is located south of the Special Services building in Sabetha well to pay up promptly. No present would make them so happy as a and is 50 feet wide by 100 feet long. The building faces south. Note the hat from Mrs. Maynard’s. gasoline pump on the side which will be used to fill the busses. Cement work on the interior of the building is not completed. Jack Christine C. E. Hazen left Emporia early Sunday morning and arrived here on will be in charge of this service work. Mr. Christine has sold his Main the noon train in time to meet his brother and remained over until Street building to The Sabetha Herald. The Herald plans to use that Tuesday afternoon, in order to vote and attend to business matters here. portion of the building where Jack’s shop was located for newsprint If all of our citizens were as careful to vote as our Sabetha boys, a much storage and expansion of printing facilities. larger vote would be cast in some of our precincts often. Mrs. Cheryl Scoby, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Marlin Scarlett of Sabetha is featured on the cover of the November issue of the KFBeeline, a 100 YEARS Thursday, November 6, 1919 Kansas Farm Bureau Insurance monthly company publication. He husband is Dave Scoby, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Scoby of Sabetha. BERN APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN SABETHA APOSTOLIC Initiation at the Eastern Star Monday added the following new members. CHURCH CHRISTIAN CHURCH 1805 200th Road. Morning Worship, 10 a.m. Sunday 1441 Virginia Street. Sunday Morning Worship, 10 a.m. Mr and Mrs. Allen Smith, Mrs. Jesse Lines, Mrs. Howard lines, Mrs. school (preschool through 12th grade), 10 a.m. Lunch Sunday School (preschool - 12th grade), 10 a.m. Lunch Roy Henning, Mrs. Harry Hennigh and Mrs. Andy McClary. Coffee and fellowship, 11 a.m. Singing, noon; Afternoon and Fellowship, 11 a.m. Afternoon Worship, 12:30 p.m. and sandwiches were served. This makes sixty-seven new members 25 YEARS Wednesday, November 9, 1994 Worship, 12:30 p.m. All are Welcome! CALVARY BAPTIST TRINITY CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN initiated since Mrs. Metz has held office, less than a year. On Oct. 31, members of the Sabetha City Commission and the Sabetha 922 Roosevelt. Worship, 11 a.m. and 1:15 p.m.; 203 Main. Sunday School, 10 a.m. Worship, 11 a.m. Wednesday service, 7 p.m. All are welcome. Caleb Children's Church, 11:30 a.m. Church Office, Rev. Cheryl Come to the Slayton orchard, eight miles north of Morrill, while you Community Hospital Advisory Committee signed a 34-page lease Turner, pastor, 785-406-0301. Mishler, 785-284-3085. can still get your choice from several varieties and grades of apples. contract, ending nearly two years of planning and negotiations. The CATHOLIC PARISHES TWIN OAKS CHURCH - EFCA net result: enhanced fundraising potential and a more direct chain of Sacred Heart, 1031 S. 12th Street, Sabetha; St. 623 N. 6th St. Sunday School, 9:15 a.m. Worship, 10:30 We can protect apples during light freezes, but must close out before Augustine, 1948 Acorn Road, (Fidelity) Rural Sabetha; a.m. Pastor Gerald Hervey, church phone: 785-284- real cold weather. L. W. Slayton, Salem, Nebr. - Adv. command. St. James, 306 5th Street, Wetmore. Father Jaime 2021. Zarse, 913-226-9276, or [email protected]. Frustrated by a lack of leadership in solid waste management, Sa- Weekday Masses: 6 p.m. Tuesday at St. Augustine; UNITED BRETHREN IN CHRIST Fern Moser sold forty-six head of Duroc Jerseys at an average of $127 5:15 Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at Sacred 12th and Ohio. Sunday School, 10 a.m. Worship, 11 a.m. per head. The highest price boar hog brought $330 and the highest betha city officials have called for a meeting with the Nemaha County Heart. Weekend Masses: Saturday Vigil, 4 p.m. at Sacred Heart, 6:30 p.m. at St. James; Sunday, 8:30 UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST price gilt $320. Buyers were here from Iowa, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Commission later this month. Nemaha County Commission Chair- a.m. at St. Augustine, 10:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart. IN FAIRVIEW man Frank Kuckelman and commissioners Jim Brownlee and Galen Confessions are available 30 minutes before each 311 S. High St. Sunday School, 10 a.m. Worship, 11 Illinois and other parts of Kansas. Mass, or by appointment. Visit nekansascatholics. a.m. Shane Spangler, minister. Steinlage have agreed to meet with Sabetha city officials on Nov. 21 in org for additional local parish information. UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sabetha. During that meeting, the commission hopes to make progress CORNERSTONE BIBLE Rev. Willy Banza, pastor. Bern Office 785-336-6105, on what they feel has been a slow reaction to solid waste problems In Morrill. Sunday School, 9:30 a.m. Worship, 10:30 Cell 785-294-2301, Bern Email [email protected]. 75 YEARS Wednesday, November 8, 1944 a.m. and 6 p.m. 8 a.m. Worship at Oneida UMC, 8521 Fifth St. in Oneida; within Nemaha County. 9:30 a.m. Worship at Bern UMC, 527 Main Street in Mrs. Elmer H Bauer, who with her two sons, Richard and Steven is DELAWARE BAPTIST Bern; 11 a.m. Worship at Seneca UMC, 706 Main Street Recently a special wish was granted for a very special, yet very sick In Fairview. Worship, 9 a.m. Fellowship and Coffee, in Seneca. making her home in Lincoln while her husband, Capt. Bauer, is over 10 a.m. Sunday School, 10:30 a.m. Worship Service little girl. Lauren Moravec, 3, Morrill, was diagnosed with congenital on Channel 2, Sundays at 6:30 p.m. and Wednesdays WESLEYAN CROSSROADS CHURCH seas, writes that he has been with an infantry division in Italy for six at 2:30 p.m. Bible Study, 7 a.m. Wednesdays at Buzz 110 260th Road. Sunday School, 9:45 a.m. Worship, months but is now in a hospital. He has sent some beautiful art work heart disease shortly after birth. But on Oct. 19, she was able to escape Cafe in Sabetha. 10:45 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Rev. Andy Smith, pastor. home from Italy. One piece is a bust of a woman made of hand-chiseled the routine of doctors and hospitals for a few days, as she was whisked FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH WETMORE BIBLE CHURCH away to live her wish of meeting Mickey Mouse. Corner of 2nd and Ohio streets. Website: www. 217 Iowa St., Wetmore. Sunday School, 10 a.m. Worship, marble. Other pieces include a pair of horses on standards, a tiny bird of neklutherans.org.Sunday events: Sunday School/Bible 11 a.m. Children's Church, 11:30 a.m. Rev. Ray Berry, Classes, 9:30a.m.; Worship, 10:30 a.m. Sacrament of pastor, 785-866-2444. horses on standards, a tiny bird bath and lamps made of natural colored Lord’s Supper celebrated first, third and fifth Sunday of each month. While there is a nursery available, we WOODLAWN BAPTIST blue alabaster. He has sent several pieces of Florentine art, which have encourage children to remain in worship with their Sunday School, 9 a.m.; Worship Service, 10 a.m.. parents. Rev. Michael Dunaway, pastor. not yet arrived Capt. Bauer’s address is on file at The Herald office. Mrs. 10 YEARS Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009 SABETHA COMMUNITY ACCESS Bauer was Velasca Lortscher before her marriage. The Sabetha High School drama and music departments will present FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHANNEL 2 806 Main St. Sunday School, 9:30 a.m. Worship, 10:35 The church service schedule for Sundays on Channel 2 the fall musical, Beauty and the Beast, this weekend. Show times are a.m. Doug Hasty, pastor, 785-284-3921. is as follows: Noon, Miracles Today; 1 p.m., NorthRidge Sgt. Leon Frey is home after receiving a medical discharge from the Church; 3 p.m., First Lutheran Church; 4 p.m., Church of 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 13-14 and 2 p.m. matinee Sunday, GRACE BIBLE CHURCH Christ; 4:30 p.m., Fairview United Church of Christ; 5:30 United States Army. Leon has been stationed at the Winter General In Morrill. Sunday School, all ages, 9:30 a.m. Worship, p.m., First United Methodist Church; 6:30 p.m., Church hospital in Topeka for some time receiving treatment for an injured Nov. 15. Beauty and the Beast, which is based on the classic French 10:30 a.m. Casey McNerney, pastor. Church Phone: of the Coming King; 7:30 p.m., United Brethren in Christ. fairy tale, tells the story of Belle (portrayed by Lindsay McNary), an 785-459-2445. Cell: 785-288-8255. The church service schedule for Wednesdays on arm and leg. He saw service in the Aleutian Islands and Alaska, leaving Channel 2 is as follows: 9 a.m., First Lutheran Church; intelligent young woman scorned by her townspeople for being a MORRILL BAPTIST 10 a.m., NorthRidge Church; noon, Church of Christ; Sabetha with the former National Guard Battery D. 306 Walnut St., Morrill. Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.; 12:30 p.m., Fairview United Church of Christ; 1:30 p.m., bookworm, weary of fighting off the advances of the arrogant Gaston Worship, 10:30 a.m. Ernie Moravec, pastor, 785-991- First United Methodist Church; 2:30 p.m., Church of the Pvt. Harold “Red” Emert writes from Camp Robinson, Ark. This week 0369. Coming King; 3:30 p.m., United Brethren in Chris; 4:30 (Tim McCoy) and dreaming of escape. p.m., Miracles Today. Call City Dispatch at 785-284-2158 we had a three day bivouac. We went out eight miles, pitched tents, NORTHRIDGE CHURCH for replay requests during the week. Requests will be Baseball and bargains with the devil are the topics of Wetmore High 316 Lincoln St., P.O. Box 185. Check our website for honored during available timeframes. and then, ate chow before going out on a patrol that lasted eight hours. worship schedules and other information at www. Carrying that rifle got tiresome after a few hours. We got in about three School’s production of Damn Yankees, which will be presented at 7 p.m. northridgesabetha.com. o’clock that morning and got up at noon. We left on another patrol at Thursday through Sunday, Nov. 12-14, in the Wetmore Auditorium. one that afternoon. I saw Earl Hartter Thursday night and he is leaving Nov. 14 is the annual dinner theatre, which begins at 6 p.m. and is by on his two week bivouac. He will soon finish his training here. reservation only. Roscoe G. Smith, Sr., 37, 409 S 5th, Sabetha, Kansas, is receiving his The Fairview Post No. 322 of the American Legion and Auxiliary invites initial Naval indoctrination at the U.S. Naval Training Center Great all veterans and a guest to a free turkey-ham dinner from 11 a.m. to 1 Lakes, Ill., reports Navy Public Relations. p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, at the Fairview Community Center. 4A November 6, 2019 | The Sabetha Herald | sabethaherald.com opinion

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STATE REPRESENTATIVES 62nd District Kansas Representative Randy Garber [email protected] 785-296-7665 | 785-285-1238 2424 Timberlane Terrace | Sabetha, 66534 1st District Kansas Senator Dennis Pyle [email protected] 785-296-7379 | 785-742-3780 2979 Kingfisher Road | Hiawatha, KS 66434

COUNTY REPRESENTATIVES Gary Scoby Nemaha County Commissioner [email protected] Tim Burdiek Nemaha County Commissioner [email protected] Dennis Henry Nemaha County Commissioner [email protected] Keith Olsen Brown County Commissioner [email protected] Dwight Kruse Brown County Commissioner [email protected] Richard Lehmkuhl COLUMNS Brown County Commissioner [email protected] CITY REPRESENTATIVES Just okay, is not okay Mayor Doug Clark 785-284-2393 We’ve got a saying here. In an effort to guard against what has been done in the past, of a “just okay” education for 340 Parkview | Sabetha, KS 66534 If the brakes don’t stop it, complacency and mediocrity, even though everyone under- our children. Without being in- Commissioner Nick Aberle something will,” said the as well as to encourage innova- stands past practices, is not nec- tentional about communicating mechanic“ to the potential cus- tion and change, USD 113 has essarily preparing our kids for expectations, and being vigilant 1504 Lakeview Drive | Sabetha, KS 66534 [email protected] tomer in one of AT&T’s recent embarked on their future. We about protecting the quality of our commercials. a campaign to also know that district’s education, we can easily Commissioner Maridel Wittmer The campaign of “Just okay, share informa- the standard slip into mediocrity. 785-284-2050 | [email protected] is not okay” is initially humor- tion and listen Notes established by If you haven’t had the opportu- 612 N. 6th Street | Sabetha, KS 66534 ous, but upon reflection, is a sad to our commu- from USD past educators nity to attend Community Con- Commissioner Norm Schmitt statement about some segments of nities. This past No. 113 in our schools versations hosted by USD 113, [email protected] our workforce. This commercial week, our dis- was set high. residents are always welcome to Commissioner Julie Burenheide BY: TODD EVANS connects with many Americans trict conducted SUPERINTENDENT This desire to provide input for improving our 421 S. 8th Street | Sabetha, KS 66534 because we all have experienced Community continue to schools. Please feel free to com- City Administrator Doug Allen something similar. Especially Conversations. excel and to municate with teachers or ad- 785-284-2158 outside the Midwest, customer These conversa- improve is the ministrators. Through our con- service and people skills are per- tions are intended to engage pa- driving force behind our efforts versations, we will strengthen our SCHOOL BOARD REPRESENTATIVES ceived to be diminishing. The trons, provide information and to to engage the public in these con- ability to prepare our kids for the Board President Ed Reznicek impression that just okay is con- listen to concerns and perceptions versations. future. 785-939-2032 sidered to be okay is a disturbing from the 113 community. A “just okay” brake mechanic is trend. As educators, we know that disturbing, and so is the thought Board Vice President Kathy Lippert [email protected] Board Member Kent Saylor [email protected] Board Member Jim Scoby [email protected] What to do Oh no, she’s open! Board Member Leslie Scoby nce in a while, you hear the incidence of these problems [email protected] with tree leaves through the grapevine in area herds, and can tap into re- Board Member Ann Shaughnessy that someone’s cow herd sources of the K-State Veterinary [email protected] his past week’s cold becomes too cold. hadO an unusually high number of Diagnostic lab as needed. weather was the last straw You can also mow with a Board Member Jeff DeMint open cows. Recently, I learned of Various stressors such as nu- for most tree leaves, I’m mulching mower and let shredded a new producer with 100 percent tritional change, predators or ex- 785-284-3209 | 785-799-7166 afraid.T That means they are about leaves filter into the turf canopy. [email protected] open herd, which is not hard to treme heat can cause embryonic to end up in your gutter as well as Side-discharge mowers won’t do when they loss or reduced Superintendent Todd Evans covering your shred the leaves 785-284-2175 | [email protected] only own one conception rate. turf. as thoroughly. cow. Hur ts Because ani- While a few Crops & This method just the same Fenceline mals are adapt- leaves won’t Soils will be most ef- when you have able and vary in hurt turf, the fective if you do BY: JODY BY: DAVID any open cows. their tolerance LETTERS POLICY excessive drop it often enough Some clues may HOLTHAUS to stress, it may from some trees HALLAUER that leaf litter MEADOWLARK MEADOWLARK help you iden- EXTENSION be difficult to WRITE: Letters to the Editor, The Sabetha in the fall, com- EXTENSION doesn’t become tify why your DISTRICT AGENT assign one of bined with the DISTRICT too thick. Mow herd has a high these stressors Herald, P.O. Box 208, Sabetha, KS 66534 extended pe- while you can number of open as the cause of EMAIL: [email protected] riod they cover still see grass cows. pregnancy loss. the turf, can cause some issues. peeking through the leaves. It If all the open cows are from Less than adequate nutrition We welcome letters of general interest to the community and They problem: the grass can’t pro- can work really well, even with a one pasture, it’s easy to blame on is the most common cause of reserve the right to edit for clarification or length. Letters duce the carbohydrates needed to lot of leaves. the bull. Perhaps there was some reduced pregnancy rates in cow should be fewer than 400 words, and writers are limited to carry it through the winter. Research at Michigan State Uni- foot rot, pinkeye or another bull herds. Body condition scores at one letter every other week. Letters are due by 10 a.m. on Fortunately, we have numerous versity tested the use of a mulch- visiting. A bull could be tempo- the beginning of breeding sea- Monday before publication and must be signed with the options for disposal, even above ing mower to shred up to about rarily infertile due to illness or son may be a clue. If open cows writer’s name, address and phone number for verification the typical bagging them up and one pound of leaves per square injury and then fine again by the have low body condition scores purposes. Only the name and hometown will be included in hauling them away or even com- yard of lawn — approximately six time open cows are identified. at pregnancy checking time, re- posting. inches of leaves piled on the grass With your vet, review your rou- view your nutrition program pre- the printed letter. We do not publish anonymous letters or One option is direct incorpora- — for five consecutive years. They letters printed elsewhere. tine vaccinations, actual products calving and post-calving. It is very tion into the garden or flower bed. found no long-term effects of the and timing. Records of when the difficult to get a thin, young cow Start by using a lawn mower with shredded leaves on turf quality, vaccinations were given will be to rebreed. a bagging attachment to chop and thatch thickness, organic content good information to share. I’ve been using a computer DISCLAIMER collect the leaves. of the thatch, or soil test results While there can be a number program called Beef Ration and Transport them to the garden or (pH, nutrients, etc.). of infectious causes of pregnancy Nutrition Decision Software The opinions expressed in editorials, columns, letters to the bed and apply a two to three inch If you mow leaves and have a loss, there are a few diseases that (BRANDS). With BRANDS, you editor, or editorial cartoons do not necessarily reflect those layer of leaves on the surface of the cool-season lawn, it makes sense cause loss of pregnancy early in can look at your rations and de- of The Sabetha Herald or its staff. soil. Till them in, if soil conditions to be on a fall nitrogen fertiliza- gestation. Those would include termine if there is a deficiency, or are appropriately dry, then repeat tion program and core-aerate in Trichomoniasis, Camplyobacte- if there’s a more economical way every couple of weeks until you the fall — things you should be riosis, Neosporosis and Leptospi- of feeding to meet your cow herd’s run out of leaves or the weather doing anyway. rosis. Your vet will know about nutritional demands. 187 1024 Main Street P.O. Box 208 If it matters to you... It matters to us. S Sabetha, KS 66534 W e h a v e b e e n s e r v i n g S a b e t h a a n d t h e s u r r o u n d i n g a r e a s i n c e 1 8 7 6 . 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COLUMNS Should you pay off the mortgage? Testing our phrases ome people hate debt. They how much of their budgets to al- idea of squirreling away as much with the largest 401(k) account You can trust God.” “Jesus perspective that has God get- hate it with a passion. They locate toward mortgage payments as possible into his 401(k) account balance at $3 million. Kerry’s ap- never fails.” “God works all ting the glory (attention, worth, don’t like it hanging over versus retirement savings. For the each month. He works with his proach of just meeting the com- things out for our good.” honor). theirS head or weighing them first time in their lives, the triplets bank to secure a 30-year mortgage pany match landed him in the “God“ answers prayers.” My prayers, thoughts and even down. They can’t wait to be debt- decide to take separate paths. at a 3.75 percent interest rate, mak- middle at $2.7 million. These are all sayings most of us theology is often centered on me, free. Jerry’s goal is ing his monthly Here’s the thing, it almost never grew up with. my desires and Many times, those same indi- to be debt free mortgage pay- makes sense to pay down a mort- They are say- what I get out viduals look to pay down their as quickly as ment $667. gage as quickly as possible. ings that have of it. Taking on mortgages as quickly as possible. possible. To do Focused Terry devotes In most circumstances, the wis- not been true, Minister an eternal per- They are willing to sacrifice saving this, he spends Finances the remaining est financial decision is to at least at least the way Speaks spective says for retirement until the mortgage his entire bud- BY: JUSTIN LUEGER $933 per month contribute enough into a work- we have de- BY: CHARLIE that my trust is gone. The logic of this approach get – the full PRESIDENT into his 401(k) place savings plan to get the full fined them. I ROBINSON in Him is cen- INVISOR NORTHRIDGE is straightforward. Once the debt $1,600 – toward FINANCIAL account. After company match. Case in point: can trust God tered on Him is paid, future excess income can his mortgage his mortgage even if mortgage rates are 10 per- with what? CHURCH getting what He be plowed into retirement vehicles payment. The is paid off in cent for a 30-year mortgage and Can I trust wants. An eter- to catch up on forgone savings bank offers 30 years, he al- 9.5 percent for a 15-year mortgage Him to answer nal perspective during the initial years. him a 15-year mortgage at 3.50 locates the full $1,600 per month – and investment returns remain my prayers? sees that He never fails to keep Here’s the question: is it finan- percent interest. In less than nine into his 401(k) account. at 7 percent for the triplets – sav- If He answers prayers, then He His promises. cially wise to postpone retirement years, Jerry completely pays off his Fast forward 40 years. Now at ing enough to get the full com- must love saying “no” to me a lot. An eternal perspective says savings to speed up mortgage re- mortgage. From that point on, he age 65, the triplets are preparing pany match is still more attractive If Jesus never fails, why have I felt that the ultimate good is not my payment? allocates the full $1,600 per month to retire. They each earned a 7 than paying off the mortgage as alone, abandoned and have suf- health, financial or relational situ- To help untangle that question, into his 401(k) account. percent average annual return on quickly as possible. fered loss? If God works all things ation, but my becoming like Him let’s meet triplets Jerry, Kerry and Kerry also wants to pay off his their 401(k) accounts. Older and Interest rates must be very high, for my good, then why did they and being with Him forever. Terry. They each have a job that mortgage early, but he doesn’t wiser, they reflect on their youth- and investment returns very low, die? I know we can all point out offers a 401(k) plan with a 4 per- want to miss out on his potential ful disagreement. They are curi- to ever prioritize paying off a Let’s be honest, most of us have times in our life when we were, or cent company match. They each 401(k) matching contributions. He ous to know who made the best mortgage before saving for retire- felt like God has not answered our still are, disappointed with God. make $80,000 a year. The triplets decides to invest $267 per month decision. The most objective way ment. Paying off debt, especially prayers, has failed us in our expec- That is understandable. are 25 years old, and they each de- into his 401(k) account, which is to settle the score is to compare a mortgage, as quickly as possible tations, and we are sometimes not But please journey deeper, past cide to purchase a $180,000 house. just enough to get the full 4 per- 401(k) account balances. may yield emotional and psycho- sure that we can trust Him. Now, the self-centered thoughts of our Each has saved $36,000 for a down cent match. He uses the remaining Here is what they discover. logical benefits, but in most cases, if we leave the discussion there perspective on God, and move to- payment. In addition, each has a $1,333 to pay down his mortgage. Jerry, who didn’t save for retire- it won’t make you wealthier. then we are hopeless. ward a faith that trusts His heart budget $1,600 a month to put to- Like Jerry, Kerry’s bank offers him ment until his mortgage was paid Justin Lueger is President of In- So, how are we to look at these even when you can see his hand ward a mortgage payment and/or a 15-year mortgage at 3.5 percent off, ended up with the smallest visor Financial LLC, a registered truths? in things. retirement savings. interest. Kerry is able to pay off 401(k) account balance at $2.3 investor adviser firm in the State The answer is with an eternal Up to this point, Jerry, Kerry his mortgage in less than 11 years, million. Terry, who saved as much of Kansas. All opinions expressed and Terry have followed an iden- and from that point on, he allo- as possible and slowly paid off his are his own and should not be tical path. But now they find cates the full $1,600 per month mortgage over the longest period, viewed as individual advice. He themselves in a disagreement. into his 401(k) account. incurring the most mortgage in- can be reached at justin.lueger@ They have diverging views on Terry is a saver. He likes the terest in the process, ended up invisorgroup.com. Energy tips to save you money e all want to save Place timers on your lamps. True or Fall colors of trees money, and some of Everyone uses timers during the art of the allure of fall cause of the tree species prevalent tains fall color also depends on the biggest money holidays for lights, but did you wastersW are simple things we never ever think to use those same tim- false about foliage is color variation. in New England. Certain oaks and weather. Reds, yellows and or- There are trees that turn maples naturally produce good anges are short-lived when trees think about. Here are some house- ers on frequently used lamps? Not red,P purple, yellow, orange and color. undergo frosts and freezes. hold energy only will this treating brown. Coloring also is influenced by savings tips that keep you from Specific plant the weather. Perennial garden clean-up you might not walking into a pigments deter- Warm, sunny Fall is traditionally a time for have thought Nutrition dark room, it tough stains cleaning up gardens. Normally, mine individu- On the days and cool about. & Finance will also auto- al colors. Foli- nights are ideal we recommend clear-cutting Insulate your matically turn dead stems to help control in- BY: CINDY age derives its Extension for good color. outlets. Did WILLIAMS off. Family normal green Line T he su n ny sect and disease problems. With you know that MEADOWLARK Move lamps Life color from days encourage herbaceous perennials that have cold air seeps EXTENSION away from ther- BY: MATT YOUNG been pest free, you might want to DISTRICT BY: NANCY NELSON chlorophyll, BROWN COUNTY photosynthesis through the mostats. The consider leaving some to provide MEADOWLARK the substance EXTENSION and, thus, sugar outlets on your heat from the EXTENSION structure, form and color to the outer walls? lamp confuses DISTRICT that captures accumulation the energy of in the leaves. winter garden. For example, or- You can stop it. Purchase outlet the thermostat into thinking your the sun. Other pigments produce As fall progresses, each leaf devel- namental grasses can be attractive sealers at any hardware store. home is warmer than it really is. fall colors. Reds and purples are ops an abscission layer at the base even during the winter months. They usually come six to a pack. Yes, a lightbulb can put off that While it’s always recom- caused by anthocyanins, yellows of the petiole, or leaf stem, that But those near structures Remove your outlet cover, punch much heat. Let the sun shine in. mended to treat clothing by xanthophylls, and oranges by prevents these sugars from being should be cut to the ground, be- out the round pieces and place it Once the sun goes down, close stains as quickly as possible, a combination of carotenes and transported down the trunk to the cause they can be a fire hazard. onto your outlet. your curtains and shades to keep some“ stains are just so tough — xanthophylls. Browns are the re- roots for storage. This high sugar Perennials with evergreen or Reverse your ceiling fans. Ceil- the heat in your home. grass, ink, blood, grease, etc. — sult of tannins present in the leaf. content in the leaves produces semi-evergreen foliage can pro- ing fans are great for cooling your Don’t rinse your dirty plates. that it’s even more important to Most of these substances are more intense colors. Cloudy days vide color. Of course, some pe- house in the summer, but did you Rinsing the food off of your plates pre-treat them right away,” advises present throughout the growing and warm nights prevent some rennials are naturally messy after know they can keep your home before loading them into the dish- the American Cleaning Institute. season but are masked by the of the sugar accumulation in the dormancy and should be cut back warm in the winter? During the washer wastes water and doesn’t It’s always best to test a hidden green color produced by chloro- leaves and results in less vibrant in the fall. summer, your ceiling fans run allow your dishwasher to do what area of the fabric first, in case the phyll. Anthocyanins are the ex- colors. Foliage can be left for other rea- counter-clockwise. Flip the switch it was designed to do — clean your fabric is too delicate. Also, if you ception and are produced after the Weather during other parts of sons. For example, foliage left on on your fan and your fan will now plates. Extra tip: always run a full haven’t already tried enzyme de- chlorophyll is destroyed in the fall. the growing season also can have marginally hardy plants such as run clockwise, which will push dishwasher. tergents, get some. They are spe- If you have ever seen pictures an effect. Heavy rains in the early tender ferns helps ensure overwin- the warm air down. Run it on Clean the lint filter. Every time cially formulated to break down of New England in the fall, you spring or hot, dry weather during tering of plant crowns. Also, seed the lowest setting during colder you put a new load in your dryer, the proteins that are in most stub- have probably wondered why trees the summer both can have a del- heads on some perennial plants months. always clean your lint filter. Not born stains. in Kansas usually do not color as eterious effect on fall color. can provide seed for birds. Change your lightbulbs. Incan- only will this allow your dryer to True or false? You should wait well. This difference is partly be- The length of time a tree main- descent bulbs are a huge money run more efficiently, but it can for mud to dry before you try and waster, so changing to LED is a help stop a fire. clean it. simple and easy way to save some Did you know that birds use lint True: After it dries, brush off as energy dollars. They also last lon- to build their nests? 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LOCAL SOLDIER SAW COMBAT IN VIETNAM CONFLICT SP4 Dennis Osterhaus was light weapons infantryman in Republic of Vietnam U.S. Army Private’s duty was search-and-destroy missions in Iron Triangle area of South Vietnam

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Rural St. Benedict native Den- a helicopter (helo) pad for a heli- nis Osterhaus received his draft copter (“chopper”). notice in mid-1967 about the time “Finally a chopper came in, and paycheck was sent to his bank ac- He spent this time at Fort Hood, he graduated from high school, they unloaded wounded and dead count back home. Texas, where he was a diesel me- but he requested and received a soldiers,” he said. “Then I got on Even though the men were hot chanic, mostly doing small jobs one-year deferment to attend die- and we headed to a Fire Support and sweaty during the day as they on Armored Personnel Carriers sel mechanic vocational technical Base (FSB), approximately 10 trekked through the jungle, the (APC). Sometimes he and his co- school in Beloit. miles northwest of Lai Khe.” night temperatures could feel workers took APCs and tanks out In June 1968, he was inducted Dennis described the FSB as pretty cool, and Dennis remem- for test drives. into the U.S. Army and attended “a big circle bulldozed out of the bers a funny story about one night Dennis was discharged from basic and advanced training be- jungle to set up the big guns.” He during the monsoon season when active duty on June 25, 1970, then fore being sent to the Republic of said the circle covered every direc- they were settling down for the was transferred to the U.S. Army Vietnam (RVN), or South Viet- tion for protection from enemy night, and they could hear a group Inactive Reserve for four years. nam. fire. The FSB was a compound of of enemy coming. He was awarded the Purple In late November 1968, as a pri- sand bag bunkers, each one with He told “Ted” that he’d better Heart Medal, Air Medal, National vate (E-1), Dennis joined his unit enough room for a squad of seven get up, because the enemy were Defense Service Medal, Vietnam in RVN and served for one year in to 12 soldiers. coming. But Ted wouldn’t get Service Medal with two Bronze combat conditions before return- Several strands of concertina up. He was lying in rainwater Service Stars, Republic of Viet- ing to the United States. wire surrounded the FSB perim- that covered him and said it was nam Campaign Medal, Marks- Upon returning home from eter, with guards always on duty. warmer lying under the water man (M-60 MG), Sharpshooter Vietnam, as a specialist first The FSB was always occupied by Dennis Osterhaus, left, and a buddy pose in front of sand bags than standing up in the rain, and (Rifle M-16 and Rifle M-14), and class (SP4/E-4), he served for six one to two companies as they ro- and headquarters facilities at Lai Khe. Submitted he didn’t want to get cold. Fortu- Combat Infantryman Badge. months at Fort Hood, Texas, be- tated in and out on search-and- nately, the Viet Cong took a dif- A life member of Sabetha Me- fore returning to civilian life. destroy missions in the jungle. had to keep our canteens filled.” in the middle of the jungle – and ferent route. morial Post 7285 of the Veterans Two squads of about 14 men While on a mission, the troops had to be really alert, not knowing Since the FSBs were occupied of Foreign Wars, Dennis partici- MILITARY SERVICE each went out on these missions, slept on the ground, with only a whether the villagers were under in turn by several units, there pates in military honors details On June 26, 1968, Dennis, 19, a staying together. Out for 10-14 poncho blanket for a cover, and enemy influence or pressure,” he was no place to keep much per- for veterans’ funeral services, as private, was inducted into the U.S. days at a time, they walked in they wore the same uniform with said. “The villagers were women, sonal property. Dennis said what well as in the gun detail for the Army and attended basic training a different direction most days, no opportunity to bathe or show- children and old men.” few personal effects he did have, annual local Memorial Day ser- at Fort Leonard Wood, Mo., for then returned to the FSB for a er, so by the time they returned to After almost a year of combat including a camera and photos, vices. six to eight weeks. couple days of rest. the FSB where they could shower and surviving in these very primi- were destroyed when his bunker Following basic training and a “Sometimes we walked to our and change, they smelled “ripe.” tive, rough conditions – always (unoccupied at the time) took a couple weeks of furlough at home, assigned area; sometimes we flew “The daytime temperature alert for the enemy – Dennis was direct hit of incoming enemy fire. he went to Fort Lewis, Wash., for on choppers and were inserted was over 100 degrees,” Dennis sent back to the Big Red 1 Head- About mid-way through his a six-to-eight week Advanced into our location about 10 to 20 said. “There was not a dry spot quarters at Lai Khe to out-process one-year tour, Dennis went on Infantry Training course, which miles from the FSB,” Dennis said. anywhere on a person. And some- before returning home to the U.S. R&R to Bangkok, Thailand. included jungle warfare training. “If we walked out, we normally times when we were dropped off He spent a couple weeks pro- “I wanted to go to Australia, but After a couple weeks of leave at walked back in. If we flew out, we by a helo, which had very tight cessing out at Lai Khe, which in- there wasn’t a slot available, and home, on Nov. 23, 1968, Dennis were picked up by helo.” areas in which to drop us off and cluded an occasional trip to TSN, I needed the break so badly that I flew from Kansas City to Travis On his first mission they walked pick us up, the water under the before his final departure day ar- took the first one available, which Air Force Base, Calif., where he out, and they were ambushed. He helo might be hip or waist high rived. On one such trip, he hopped was to Bangkok,” he said. “I never boarded a military contract flight, said he quickly learned to hit the when we dropped to the ground.” onto the running board of a truck saw the inside of a building except Kathy and Dennis Osterhaus which stopped at Anchorage, ground when hearing gunfire or Their meals were mostly C-ra- in a convoy going his way, and he during R&R!” Alaska, then flew directly to Tan mortars. tions, which Dennis said included recognized the driver as one of his Even at Division headquarters BIOGRAPHICAL Son Nhut (TSN) Air Base (AB) at Walking through the jungle is a good variety and supplied the classmates, Elmer Lackey! at Lai Khe, while in-processing INFORMATION Saigon, RVN. difficult, and the squad normally nutrition and sustained energy During his time out process- and out-processing, he slept on Dennis was born in January On the flight from Anchorage only covered about a mile or less the men needed. Some meals and ing, Dennis did odd jobs, such as a cot in a tent. The headquarters 1949 to Henry and Frances Os- to TSN, Dennis said, everyone a day. On some missions, they desserts he remembers that he working in the armory, ensuring facilities were also in tents. terhaus of rural St. Benedict. He was pretty quiet, each in his own ranged over several miles during liked were chili con carne, fruit that guns were clean and in their Dennis said that he never was was the 11th child of 13, the oldest thoughts about where he was go- their time on mission, but some- cocktail and pound cake. proper locations; or supervising treated badly when he came home, of whom died at childbirth. ing and what he might experience times they stayed in a fairly small The FSB was “home base” the South Vietnamese who took but since he had heard about oth- In the mid-1950s, a hailstorm in Vietnam. area for the entire time. throughout the entire year of his bags of laundry from the FSBs ers being ill-treated, he changed destroyed all their crops, so his Upon his arrival at TSN, Dennis “Our point man would hack the assignment. There the squads off the helicopters and did the into civilian clothing when he dad quit farming and worked for reported to a facility near Saigon way through the jungle with a ma- received their only “regular” laundry. landed at Travis AFB. his nephews in Seneca as a car- to process in for in-country status, chete – the jungle growth made it hot, cooked meals; had the op- “This clothing smelled really After 50 years, he and several penter. then caught a Chinook helicopter difficult to cover much ground,” portunity to clean up in a very bad,” Dennis said. “We GIs didn’t friends, whose assignments in Dennis attended school at St. flight to Lai Khe, about 30 miles Dennis said. “The point man also primitive shower; slept on cots; know we smelled that bad when their squad overlapped by 8-9 Mary’s in St. Benedict through northwest of Saigon. Lai Khe was carried his rifle. The second man and received a clean change of we were out on a mission!” months, still gather for a reunion high school. headquarters of the First Infan- in line kept track of directions clothing that didn’t necessar- Dennis made his final trip to every other year. About 10-15 men After his discharge from the try Division or “Big Red One,” to and steps, to try to keep a close ily fit, in exchange for their old TSN on a helicopter. On Nov. 22, and their wives normally show up, Army, he worked for some farm- which he was assigned. account of how far we moved in filthy, stinky uniforms, socks, and 1969, he departed South Vietnam he said. ers around Summerfield, includ- His specialty was light weap- a day.” sometimes boots. on the “Freedom Bird,” a military “Some brought their kids when ing a brother. ons infantryman but, he said, “We When on a mission, they car- He said their engagements contract flight. they were little, and some now In the early 1970s Dennis didn’t have a specific job, just did ried everything they needed – with the enemy included Army bring their grandkids,” Dennis started work at Todd Tractor in what we were told.” food, weapons, ammunition and of North Vietnam (NVA) soldiers INTERESTING said. “We feel free to talk about Sabetha. After a few years there, At the Division, Dennis re- all necessities – in the many pock- and Viet Cong (VC). The enemy EXPERIENCES what we went through, and the he began hauling milk for Gene ceived orders to go to Alpha Com- ets of their jungle fatigues. Oc- usually struck in daylight as the “One thing that struck me women get together and get along Niehues of Sabetha. pany nearby. He was issued all his casionally while out in the jungle, squads moved through the jungle, about the troops lining up to get fine. Now that they’ve heard our In 1974, Dennis married Kath- combat gear and told to wait on they were resupplied with food rather than at night. on the plane to go back home stories, they’ve developed cama- leen Lehman of Sabetha at St. and other items in a sundry pack, Dennis’ squad sometimes in- when I arrived in Vietnam was raderie and talk about their own Mary’s Church at St. Benedict. including C-rations, cigarettes cluded South Vietnamese Army that there was something different interests.” In 1984, he opened Osterhaus and other basics. (ARVN) troops, and occasionally about them,” Dennis said. “They Dennis said he feels that the Garage in Sabetha, where he “We sometimes filled our a trained dog. seemed so mature compared to Vietnam Conflict was a worthy works mostly on milk trucks and canteens in bomb craters and “Each night we set up an am- us green newbies, and their eyes cause, as the U.S. and other na- tractors. He also enjoys restoring dropped in a couple iodine pills bush, then faded away into the looked different, like they had tions fought to keep South Viet- old cars. to make it safe to drink,” Dennis jungle where we could keep watch. seen and knew things we did not nam and neighboring countries Dennis and Kathy have two said. “Because of the heat and hu- A few men stood guard while the yet understand. When I got on free from Communism. Though sons: Jason and wife Brooke midity, and because we sweated a rest tried to sleep,” Dennis said. the plane to return home, I also the Communist forces were vic- (Priest) of Topeka have a daugh- lot, we drank lots of water, so we “Set up on a well-traveled trail, looked through eyes that had ex- torious in South Vietnam, other ter and two sons, and Ryan and the ambush included small arms, perienced combat.” nations in the area, including wife Lindsay (Saylor) of Overland machine guns, hand grenades and His first impressions when he Thailand, remain free from Com- Park have a daughter and a son. claymore mines.” got off the plane at TSN in No- munism. Though military service was “The jungle was so thick that vember 1968 were the heat (com- not a tradition in Dennis’ fam- one night a VC walked right into pared to Kansas in November) PROMOTED, DECORATED ily, four of his brothers – Robert, our midst from a jungle trail we and the unpleasant and unfamil- AND DISCHARGED Marvin, Richard and Jerry – also This Viet Cong tunnel, hadn’t even seen,” he said. “He iar odors – cooking along the sides On April 6, 1969, after four- served in the Army National hidden inside a bunker, was was as surprised as we were! Be- of the streets, Vietnamese foods and-a-half months in Vietnam, Guard but did not serve in com- discovered during a search and ing discovered, we had to relocate such as fish and fish sauces, and Dennis was promoted to E-4, Spe- bat. destroy mission. The soldiers This Huey helicopter arrives at a the ambush a few hundred yards garbage. cialist First Class. Source: Interview with dismantled some of the logs landing zone to drop off squad away.” With no need for money at his After his return to the United Dennis Osterhaus. and brush across the top of the members for their search and “Sometimes we happened to FSB, Dennis kept some cash in a States in November 1969, he had bunker. Submitted destroy mission. Submitted walk into a village – a clearance locker at Lai Khe, but most of his six months left on active duty. This supplement brought to you by these local sponsors! THANK YOU VETERANS HONORING with respect, honor and gratitude OUR VETERANS FOR THEIR SERVICE Happy HONORINGVeterans ALL WHO SERVED Day

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Honoring Our Local Living Military Veterans and Active Duty Members Veterans Day honors all those who served in the U.S. military at any time, during wartime and during peacetime, whether or not they served in a combat area and whether or not they served overseas. The following list of those we honor on Veterans Day includes active duty members from the local area, regardless of where they are currently stationed; all known living members of Sabetha Memorial Post No. 7285 of Veterans of Foreign Wars, Sabetha John L. Palmer Post No. 126 of the American Legion, and Bern, Fairview-Morrill, and Wetmore American Legion posts; and any other known military veterans who currently live in the local area. A military veteran is anyone who has served on active duty anywhere, any time.

*Denotes currently on active duty. Gonzalez, Marcus Klein, Robert J. Olson, Gordon Spaulding, Bud G. Todd, David W. Goodpasture, Jeremiah Klingler, James G. Oom, Rob Spellmeier, Reuben Torrey, James H. Aberle, Gary Carson, Robert C. Grigsby, Deborah Knudson, Phillip R. Osterhaus, Dennis J. Spellmeier, Roger Tramp, Duane Aberle, John Carter, Thomas Grimm, Gordon J. Koch, Andrew Ott, Joseph N. Stauffer, Russell E. Tyson, Homer Jr. Achten, John D. Chandler, Richard Grollmes, Jan Koch, Earl Palmer, Steven B. Steele, Theodore Tyson, Homer W. Adams, Dan E. Chase, Kenneth Grose, Leonard Kohlmeier, Marvin Pape, John Stockwell, Christopher Vogel, Mikey Albery, Darrell E. Christian, Robert R. Grove, Loys Krainbill, Vic Parker, Andrew B. Stockwell, Ronald W. Vonderschmidt, William W. Allen, Darin Clark, Douglas S. Gruber, Charles Kramer, Keith Parks, Robert Stoller, Darrel Walker, John L. Allen, Howard Clark, John Gugelman, Steve Kruse, Leo Parrish, Larry A. Stout, Mavis Baumgartner Wareham, Jacob Allen, Robert Claycamp, Edgar D. Hackney, Joseph Kuenzi, Jack Payne, Ron *Strader, Drew *Wehner, Brennan Allison, Richard Clifton, Kenneth D. Hall, Robert D. Larabee, Alonzo Payne, Stephen C. Strahm, Clayton Welter, Michael Althouse, Michael Close, Phillip D. *Halls, Corbin Lawson, Dale R. Pease, James Strahm, Colton Wenger, Don Ash, Paul L. Cochran, John Hardesty, Edwin E. Lehman, Rudy Perry, Donald Strahm, Elmer Wenger, Merlin Ashcraft, Norman E. Cole, James Hards, William Lehmann, Richard Peterson, Eric Strahm, Elwin Wessel, Leo Asher, Larry Covert, Phillip R. Hards, William D. Lehmann, Robert Peterson, Erin Strahm, Larry Whittaker, James Asher, Rene’ Cox, Larry Lee Harmon, Tony Leuthold, Fred Plaskett, Carl Strahm, Mark M. *Wichman, Dave Babcock, Lyle Creed, Ron Harold, Gerald Levick, Robin L. Plattner, Carroll C. Strahm, Matthias *Wilbar, Austyn Bachamp, Lane Crismas, Aaron Harold, Melvin Lierz, Larry *Ploeger, Hannah Strathman, Chad Wilcock, Nazario Bachelor, Michael Crofford, John Hartman, Gene Lierz, Marvin Prestwood, Ray D. Streit, Herb Wilhide, Don Bachelor, Ray Daily, Kylar Hartter, Alan Lierz, Roger Priest, Gary L. Stufflebeam, Brice E. Wilson, David R. Baker, Leo Davis, Francis Hartter, Harvey Locher, Patty Rahe, Robert Sudbeck, James Wilson, Gary Ballard, Kenneth Davis, Gary Hartter, Jared Locher, Roger *Rahe, Taylor Sullivan, Gerald W. Wiltz, Kevin J. *Ballenger, Chad DeBusk, Barney R. Hartter, John Lockwood, Thomas Rahe, William D. Sunderman, James Wittmer, Earl *Ballenger, Josh Dexter, “Cork” Hartter, Lynn Jr. Lohman, Robert Ramey, Cecil Suther, Hubert C. Wittwer, Roy Ballenger, Robert Dierking, Kirby L. Hartter, Lynn Sr. Long, Gilbert Rand, William F. Swart, Carl Woodall, Rodney Banaka, Steve Dodge, Sherman Hartter, Roger Longberg, Richard G. Randall, Dave Swogger, Leroy Wright, William C. Banks, Clifford Dornes, Dan Hasty, Pastor Doug Lourance, Chris Reinertsen, Gary E. Terrel, Richard Wurzbacher, Larry Banwart, Stephen Dreher, Norman Haverkamp, Linus Love, George C. Reist, Robert Terry, Patrick J. Wurzbacher, Ray Barber, Jay Droge, Dennis Hayes, Joshua Martinson, Marty *Remmers, Kevin Thagard, Alan Wymer, Lee Barnes, Dave Droge, Douglas Heinen, Rick Mayo, J.F. Renyer, Herman Thieme, Raymond Wysong, Ben Barnes, Jackie A. Dunaway, Pastor Michael Henry, Francis “Frenchy” *McAfee, McKenzie Reynolds, Joseph Thompson, Dick Young, Roger Barrett, David Dunmire, Gary Herbster, Ken McClafferty, Jeff Reynolds, Paul Thompson, Steven W. Zabel, Louis H. Bauer, Darrell Duryea, Greg Herder, Alfred “Smitty” McClain, Ernest A. Jr. *Reynolds, Paul E., Jr. Thornburrow, R.S. Zwahl, Floyd A. Bauer, Harlan Edelman, Charles Herrmann, Alan K. McCoy, David Reynolds, Wade F. Bauerle, Danny E. Edelman, Clarence Herrmann, William McCune, Michael *Richey, Tyler Bauerle, Justin A. Edelman, Duey *Hertzler, Eric McFall, Walter M. Rieger, Les Bauman, Alvin “Bud” L. Jr. Edelman, Leonard *Hertzler, Ethan McGinnis, Bill Rodecap, Pat Final Roll Call Bauman, Arwin Edelman, Melvin Hervey, George McKenney, Jimmy Rogers, Charles (Died since Nov. 1, 2018) Bauman, Galen Edelman, Morris Hervey, John McNally, Keegan Roggenkamp, Donald E. Name (Date of Death) Bauman, Ken Edelman, Nathan Hightower, Stanley *McQueen, Shannon Roggenkamp, Edward Baumgartner, James Edwards, Kenneth Hinkle, Edward N. Meister, William Rokey, Eldon W. Anderson, Dan D. (3/5/19) Bayes, Harlen Ehrsam, Donald Hinkle, Merril J. Mellenbruch, Eldon Rokey, Joe D. Anderson, Russell (1/2/19) Bayes, Joseph Eisenbarth, James H. Hirsch, Robert D. Mendez, Michael Rokey, Larry D. “Butch” Arnold, Leonard (1/28/19) Bechtelheimer, Doyle Emert, Harold L. “Red” Hirsch, Terry A. Merchen, Albert *Rokey, Tyler Baumgartner, J. Leslie (12/13/18) Beck, Henry Epple, Edwin Horne, Scott Mermis, Elmer Rood, William J. Bell, Arthur (9/21/19) Becker, Loren J. Epple, Gale R. Howard, Harold Meyer, Alvin Rose, Randal Beyreis, Lee (9/29/19) Beer, Travis Esslinger, Waymer Huddleston, Edwin L. *Meyer, Ben Ross, Allan Dunavan, Levern (1/1/19) Behrens, Gary Estle, Eben D. Hughes, Paul Meyer, Delwin Rottinghaus, Albert V. Gearhart, Glen (3/4/19) Bestwick, Richard Andrew Estle, Jim Hundley, Gary Meyer, Earl E. Ruhnke, William Gibbs, Delbert “Junior” (10/12/19) Blough, Bernard Estle, Joseph Huning, Leon Meyer, Larry Rye, Robert L. Grosfield, Larry (11/18) Blough, Roger Evans, Thomas C. Hutfles, Orville Meyer, Leroy Ryland, Donald L. Hartman, Doris (9/12/19) Boehmer, Jim Fankhauser, Jay Inglis, George R. “Bob” Meyer, Robert Sallman, Justin Haverkamp, Avitus (6/17/19) Boldra, Brett *Feek, Allan Jacobs, Billy Meyer, Samuel Salter, Michael A. Hennigh, Harry (11/7/18) Borman, Duane Feek, Fred Jauken, Hiram Meyer, Steve Sander, Glenn F. Jackson, Charles (3/21/19) Boyce, John D. Feek, John H. Jimeson, Terry G. Millard, Harry L. Sawyer, Gerald Jurgensmeier, LeRoy (4/12/19) Bradbury, Rodney Feek, Larry Jimeson, Tom Miller, Douglas Scheid, Ronald Lear, Byron (5/4/19) Brammer, Galen R. Feldkamp, Dan Johnson, Conrad Miller, Paul Schmelzle, Larry Lee, Rodger (3/9/19) Breathouwer, Mel Fletchall, Donald E. “Sandy” Johnson, James M. Mills, Paul Schneider, Paul W. Longberg, Richard (3/3/18) Bredahl, Charles G. *Foist, Aaron Johnson, Richard Milne, Charles D. Schumann, Robert Marmet, Marion (4/24/19) Bredemeier, Arden Frady, Wiley Jones, Ronald C. Mishler, Martin Scoby, Arthur Mayer, David E. (5/28/19) Brees, Roland R. Frey, Harlan D. Jr. Kanaly, Cloyd Mishler, Robert Scoby, Donald McMillan, Michael P. (9/4/19) *Brees, Seth A. Gann, Josh Kaster, Erwin Mishler, William F. *Scott, Garrett Messinger, William (3/21/19) Brey, Alfred O. *Garber, Austin Kaul, Arlen R. Money, Les Scrivens, Crystal (Richey) Roesch, Harold (2019) Brouwer, William Garber, Edward R. Keim, Charles Montgomery, Donald Scrivens, Neil Ronnebaum, Virgil (9/23/19) Brown, Stephen *Garber, Noah Keim, Gary “Woody” Mooney, Floyd Shaver, Paul Scarlett, Marlin (2/9/19) Brown, Wilbur Garber, Randall E. Keim, Landon T. Moore, Alfred Sheehy, Christina Schmid, Gerald (9/21/19) Brownlee, Gary Garber, Randall Scott Kellenberger, Jay Moser, James *Shelly, Dylan Snyder, Gordon (9/6/19) Bruggeman, Robert Garcia, Randy Kellenberger, Lynn Moser, John G. Shipman, Michael W. Strahm, Donald L. (5/27/19) Bryant, Harry George, William D. Kemerling, Marcus Moser, Phil O. Shumaker, Rex A. Strahm, Kent (9/26/19) Bucher, Ralph Gill, Patrick J. Ketter, Jerry Mosteller, Leon Sloop, Keith Streit, Michael (4/23/19) Buchholz, Thayer I. 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KANSAS NEMAHA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF Christmas Bureau TRANSPORTATION KDOT is accepting donations Submitted by Patty Byers lies in Nemaha County, plus a new The Nemaha County Christmas toy for each child in those families. Bureau is asking for the commu- All donations remain in Nemaha announces nity’s support of the 2019 Christ- County and are tax-deductible. mas Store. Donations of new toys Donations can be dropped off (especially for boys and girls ages at the Seneca United Methodist October 7-10), towels, blankets, toiletry Church, 702 Main Street, or in items (such as shampoo, condi- Sabetha at the Dispatch Office at tioner, body wash, etc.), socks, City Hall before Dec. 7. bids stocking hats and gloves, practi- If you or your organization cal kitchen items, small kitchen have questions concerning the Submitted appliances and stocking stuffers Christmas Store, please contact The Kansas Department of are needed by Saturday, Dec. 7. Patty Byers at 785-336-3632. Transportation announces ap- Monetary donations are also very This year, the Christmas Store proved bids for state highway welcome. will be held on Friday, Dec. 13, construction and maintenance The annual Christmas Store at the Seneca United Methodist projects in Kansas. provides practical gifts and food Church. The letting took place Oct. vouchers to income-eligible fami- 17, in Topeka. Some of the bids Owners of Village Sampler and members of the Sabetha Chamber of Commerce gather to may include multiple projects that have been bundled based celebrate the Grant Re-Opening of Village Sampler with a ribbon cutting on Friday, November on proximity and type of work. 1. Pictured are (L-R) Chamber board member Kim Aberle, Chamber Director Gina Murchison, Chamber board members Dayra Menold, Julie Burenheide and Cindy Alderfer, Village Sampler DISTRICT ONE — owners Jennifer and Jason Carr, and Village Sampler employees Janet Meyer and Tammy Studer. MEADOWLARK EXTENSION DISTRICT NORTHEAST Amber Deters | Herald Brown: U.S. Highway 75, Grant Writing Workshop striping from the Brown/Jack- son county line to the Brown/ Nemaha county line and rum- to be offered ble strips from south of the Fairview interchange north to Submitted by David Key Daniels, community vitality spe- the U.S. Highway 75/Kansas A Grant Writing Workshop fo- cialist with K-State Research and Highway 246 junction, pave- cusing on Agriculture and Rural Extension, is sponsored by the ment marking, 24.2 miles, Twin Interests will be offered from 9:30 Meadowlark Extension District Traffic Marking Corporation, a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13, to and will be held at the Northeast Kansas City, Kan., $341,583.60. train and support those who want Kansas Heritage Complex south Jackson: U.S. Highway 75, to discover how to secure funding of Holton. pavement marking, 14.3 miles, for projects, programs or initia- Registration is $10 per person Twin Traffic Marking Cor- tives that support farming inter- attending and includes all hand- poration, Kansas City, Kan., ests and agriculture organizations outs, refreshment and lunch. To $196,710.30. while developing confidence in register, contact our Holton of- Nemaha: U.S. Highway 75, the grant writing abilities of those fice at 785-364-4125 by Monday, pavement marking, 1.1 miles, that attend. Dec. 9; or register online at https:// Twin Traffic Marking Corpora- Participants will learn about tinyurl.com/yyn4oe4v. tion, Kansas City, Kan., $14,351. sources of data, elements of a For additional information or Wyandotte: Unified Govern- great grant proposal, practicing questions about the event, contact ment of Wyandotte County/ the grant application elements Jody Holthaus in the Holton Of- Kansas City, Kan., Safe Routes Members of the Sabetha Chamber of Commerce gather on Saturday morning, November 2, and where to find grants related fice at 785-364-4125 or jholthau@ Kansas City, Kan., Phase F near to celebrate a ribbon cutting for Kansas Insurance. Pictured are FRONT ROW (L-R) Chamber to agriculture and rural interests ksu.edu; or David Key in the the following schools: William Director Gina Murchison, Chamber board members Dayra Menold, Marlene Bosworth, Chris during the workshop. Seneca Office at 785-336-2184 or Allen White, West Middle and The workshop, led by Nancy [email protected]. Frances Willard, pedestrian Isch, Julie Burenheide and Cindy Alderfer, owners Roy Frey and Shari Frey, Brock Frey, employee and bicycle paths, 0.9 mile, Sidney Lang, Josh Myers, Jacqueline Myers and Jacob Frey. Kansas Insurance is located at Amino Brothers Company Inc., 621 Main Street in Sabetha. Krista Wasinger | Herald Kansas City, Kan., $432,157.94. BROWN COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE Sabetha Chamber of Commerce hosts Takeback event is successful ribbon cuttings for local businesses BERN BLOOD DRIVE Blood drive slated for NEMAHA COUNTY November 20 Celebrate Recycling Day on November 15 Submitted by Nancy Gafford be baled were done by an often groups and community service Submitted by Susan Zingler N. C. Recycling Committee “grouchy” secondhand baler. organizations taking turns vol- Healthy individuals are needed In honor of National Recycling It soon was determined that unteering to make the drop-offs a every day to maintain an adequate Day on Nov. 15, the Nemaha recycling needed a permanent success. Fortunately, the addition blood supply for patients in need. County Recycling Committee home. The first recycling building of the trailers has made this un- Donating blood is an easy way (NCRC) will be publishing a series was built at the Nemaha County necessary, since the sites are now to help others and only takes of articles encouraging citizens Landfill with financial assistance available 24/7. about an hour. The Red Cross to participate in this outstanding from the Kansas Department of The most recent addition to the encourages donors to give blood program. Health and Environment’s Waste landfill center is a new baler that every time they are eligible – every This first article is about the Management Division. Several replaced the original second-hand 56 days for whole blood donations history of recycling in the county. open houses were held at the baler, which had been patched and every 112 days for double red The Nemaha County Recycling building so people in the county together many times during its cell donations. program began in May 1992, when could see the program at work. faithful years of operation. This Close to 250 pounds of unused, unwanted or expired medications The Bern blood drive will occur the first drop-off day in Sabetha School field trips to the center also was funded partially through were turned into the Drugs Enforcement Agency for disposal. from noon to 6 p.m. Wednesday, was followed later that month by were common. a grant from the KDHE Solid According to Brown County Sheriff John Merchant, the office had Nov. 20, at the Bern Community a drop-off day in one of the fair Nemaha County commissioners Waste Division. a very good turnout for the Takeback Event. “I would also like to Center at 416 Main Street. barns in Seneca. determined that there was a need The Nemaha County Recycling remind everyone we accept these medications any time night or All blood types are needed to Since that time, two recycling for the collection of household program is considered one of the day at the Sheriff’s Office,” Merchant said. ensure a reliable supply for pa- buildings and a hazardous waste hazardous waste. They agreed to premiere programs in the state, Submitted | John Merchant tients. Download the American holding center have been added have household and farm waste and often serves as an example Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit to the Nemaha County Landfill. collected several times a year. It for other smaller communities. redcrossblood.org or call 1- 800- Trailers are located at seven sites was found to be more economical RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to throughout the county with an ad- if these wastes could be brought MORE INFORMATION make a donation appointment, or ditional large drop-off site located to a central holding location for The program became a suc- for more information. at the fair grounds in Seneca. pickup, so a second building was cess largely due to the volunteers BROWN COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT Once a donor has made the The 2010 census showed a added to the recycling complex. and the many faithful recyclers commitment to give blood, it is population of 10,179 people in Now, these wastes and any un- throughout Nemaha County. important to take a few simple Nemaha County with an estimat- used oil and water-based paint NCRC members are Nancy WOMEN IN AG steps to prepare and help ensure ed population of 10,241 in 2016. can be brought to the landfill Gafford, Anita Heiman, Karen a good donation experience. The entire county population vir- any time. County residents also Holthaus, Bill Kent, Mary Jane Tuesday Nov. 19, 2019 • 5:30 -9 pm The American Red Cross rec- tually is served by the established can go to the center and pick up Schmitz, Galen Steinlage and Fisher Community Center • 201 E. Iowa Street, Hiawatha ommends getting a good night’s recycling services. unused paint that is still usable. Donna Ulmer. Road and Bridge/ Doors open & Vendor Booth Shopping begins at 5:30 pm with a buffet sleep, drinking an extra 16 ounces During its 20 plus years of op- The interior of the Pony Express Solid Waste Supervisor Dennis style supper sponsored by Heinen Brothers Ag. Seating is limited of water, eating iron-rich foods to eration, the program has had four Museum in Seneca originally was Ronnebaum is in charge of the to the first 150 guests. Please RSVP to Niki by Wednesday, Nov. 13: maintain a healthy iron level and directors — Doug Jeanneret, Dave painted with this recycled paint. county recycling program. 785-742-3161, or [email protected] consuming a low-fat meal before Mee, Matt McFall and the current Soon after, there came a need to The committee meets quarterly. donating. A blood donor card or director Dennis Ronnebaum. serve other communities through- Doing so helps promote the re- driver’s license, or two other forms A committee of volunteers out the county, so trailers were cycling program by publicizing FEATURED SPEAKER of identification, are required at works with the director to help added as another part of the pro- Earth Day and National Recy- Candice Fitch-Deitz check-in. Individuals who are 17 publicize and promote the pro- gram. There are currently trail- cling Day. The committee also Viticulture Instructor & Vineyard Manager, years of age or 16 with parental gram in the county. For many ers located in Baileyville, Bern, promotes the program by plac- Highland Community College, Wamego Campus consent (depending on the state), years, Eldon Schwant was the Centralia, Corning, Goff, Sabetha ing floats in the Sabetha Rodeo weighing at least 110 pounds and dedicated president of this group, and Wetmore. Parade and the Nemaha County Candice Fitch-Deitz is a Franklin County, are in generally good health, may and volunteered many hours help- As the program grew, cardboard Fair Parade, and by sponsoring Illinois native that serves as a Vineyard be eligible to donate blood. High ing maintain the center in Seneca became one of the items collected youth recycling classes at the fair. Manager and Viticulture Instructor for school students and other donors and picking up cardboard at local most. Cardboard pickup routes If you are interested in being Highland Community College. Candice began her career working within the 18 years of age and younger also businesses. to businesses in the county were a member of this group, please Illinois specialty crop industry in 2003 have to meet certain height and At first, drop-off days were lo- added to the services available contact one of the committee and gained many valuable experiences weight requirements. cated in one of the barns at the through the program. Other items members. Anyone interested in along the way by growing strawberries, blackberries, and various The American Red Cross shel- Nemaha County Fairgrounds. also were picked up at schools and recycling is welcome. vegetables with her family. She graduated from Southern Illinois ters, feeds and provides emotional Volunteers were often on their businesses throughout the county. University Carbondale with a degree in Plant and Soil Science in 2007. support to victims of disasters; hands and knees on the barn One of the projects NCRC did Her major concentration was on the commercial production of fruits supplies about 40 percent of the floor sorting the materials that was visit the schools throughout and vegetables, but also expanded upon her general agriculture nation’s blood; teaches skills that were dropped off. This came to the county with a trailer loaded knowledge as student worker in a soybean pathology lab. From save lives; provides international a halt when Suther Building Sup- with recyclables and items made 2010-2015 she was an adjunct Horticulture Instructor at Rend Lake College where she also served as the Illinois State Coordinator for humanitarian aid; and supports plies made and donated a sorting from recycled materials. the Viticulture and Enology Science and Technology Alliance (VESTA) military members and their fami- table, which is still in use at the Space for all the items collected partnership. Prior to working for Highland Community College, she lies. The Red Cross is a non-profit Seneca center today. began to be an issue, and a sec- served as the District Director & Horticulture/Agriculture Agent for organization that depends on vol- For the first winter, all work was ond building became necessary. Kansas State University Extension – Golden Prairie Extension District. unteers and the generosity of the done in an unheated fair barn by Again, this building was partially Candice currently manages six acres of vineyards comprised of American public to perform its Joe Wells, the face of recycling supported by a grant from the 46 grape varieties and teaches viticulture courses for Highland mission. throughout the county. Glass was KDHE Solid Waste Division. Community College at the Wamego Center location. Her office For more information, please broken in a barrel with the blades Early on, drop-offs were held is located at 456 Wineries – a tasting room and winery business visit redcross.org or visit us on being powered by a lawn mow- on Saturday mornings only with incubator that opened October 5, 2019. Twitter at @RedCross. er motor. 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GOVERNING BODY LAW ENFORCEMENT REPORT Brown County Commission Nemaha County Sheriff Submitted by Melissa Gormley Department of Transportation for ecutive session, no binding action The Oct. 31 month-end claims JAIL BOOKING/RELEASE eca was traveling northbound on County Clerk which the NEK AAA is applying. was taken. were approved as follows: Gen- Evalyn Barrett, 55, of Oneida Kansas Highway 63, just north The Board of Brown County Department Reports The Oct. 23 payroll was ap- eral, $114,094.43; Road and was arrested on Oct. 25 by the of 160th Road, when she struck Commissioners met in regu- Brown County Sheriff John proved as follows: General, Bridge, $331,242.18; Historical Nemaha County Sheriff’s Office Gerald Rottinghaus, 74, of Sen- lar session on Monday, Oct. 28. Merchant reported on an incident $71,171.97; Road and Bridge, Society, $4,375; Employee Benefit, (NMSO) following a search war- eca from behind. Gudenkauf was The following members present in which Brown County Sheriff’s $13,026.84; Election, $1,905.15; $76,680.92; Election, $8,641.64; rant conducted at 8608 Madison driving a 2010 Lincoln MKX, and were Chairman Keith Olsen, Department helped the Richard- Technology, $1,220.82; Apprais- Extension, $8,320.83; Mental Street in Oneida. She was released Rottinghaus was driving a 2011 and Commissioners Dwight A. son County, Neb., Sheriff’s De- er, $7,394.23; Noxious Weed, Health, $5,850; Developmental on Oct. 30 on a $10,000 surety Ford F350. More than $1,000 in Kruse and Richard L. Lehm- partment. $1,853; ACC, $10,491.65; JJA Core, Services, $2,254.33; Conserva- bond with a court date of Nov. 5 damage was estimated. kuhl. Also present were Brown Brown County Noxious Weed $10,147.11; Reinvestment Grant, tion, $6,875; Appraiser, $948.05; at 10:30 a.m. At 6:40 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31, County Clerk, Melissa Gormley Director George Bruning present- $3,079.65; Services for Elderly, Ambulance, $18,577.52; Nox- Stacey Metz, 56, of Seneca was Baron Large, 43, of Goff was trav- and Deputy County Clerk Dawn ed the Noxious Weed quarterly $2,711; Solid Waste, $4,252.57; ious Weed, $10,602.05; Diver- arrested by the Seneca Police De- eling west on Fourth Street ap- Boyles. County Attorney Kevin report to the commissioners. Special MVT, $5,957.51; Em- sion, $659.31; 911 SB50, $58.08; partment (PD) for driving under proaching Abbott Street in Goff, Hill was present for a portion of Attorney Hill discussed Dec. 12 ployee Benefit FICA, $7,980.66; ACC, $3,085.68; JJCR, $5,798.52; the influence of alcohol or drugs when he failed to yield to the right the meeting. as the tentative date for the Brown and Employee Benefit KPERS, Reinvestment Grant, $485.10; on Oct. 27. She was released on of way to Toni Johansen, 46, of Olsen opened the meeting at County tax sale. $10,209.25. After State Unemploy- Services for Elderly, $2,899.88; Oct. 27 on a $1,000 cash bond with Goff. She struck him on the front 8:10 a.m. The Pledge of Allegiance Brown County Services for the ment and Workers Compensation Solid Waste, $43,173.02; and 909 a court date of Nov. 20 at 5 p.m. passenger side. Large was driving was recited by all, and Lehmkuhl Elderly Director Lori Gray pre- of $291.70, Insurance of $11,617.75, Payroll, $211.59. The total was Craig Mueting, 34, of Marys- a 2003 Chevy Silverado 1500, and led the meeting with a prayer. sented the Services for the Elderly and KPERS of $125 were taken $644,833.13. ville was arrested by the Seneca Johansen was driving a 2012 GMC The public hearing for the quarterly report to the commis- out, the total was $139,366.96. The commissioners approved PD for driving under the influ- Acadia. More than $1,000 in dam- Brown/Nemaha Solid Waste sioners. The commissioners approved the Oct. 28 minutes. ence of alcohol or drugs, and age was estimated. Management Plan commenced Brown County Bridge Com- the Oct. 21 minutes. Gormley presented two quotes transporting an open container on At 6:56 p.m. Thursday, Oct. at 9 a.m. Those present were the mittee Herb Roland, Jerry Hisle Gormley presented the to the commissioners for rental Oct. 27. He was released on Oct. 27 31, Joshua Massie, 42, of Vermil- commissioners, Gormley, Boyles and Rodney Allen were present KWORCC inspection for the of an excavator — Berry Tractor on a $1,750 cash bond with a court lion was traveling westbound on and Nancy Gafford with Rural to discuss a possible engineer for commissioner’s signatures. with a bid of $4,570 per month date of Dec. 18 at 5 p.m. 216th Road, about 1/4 mile west Development Association. The the Brown/Nemaha bridge re- Thursday, Oct. 31 and Murphy Tractor with a bid Donald V. Larson, 36, of Paw- of E Road, when he struck a deer. committee recommended the placement. The commissioners The Board of Brown County of $6,300 per month. The com- nee City, Neb., was arrested on He was driving a 2011 Chevy Sil- plan be adopted by resolution. decided to allow BG Consultants Commissioners met in regular missioners tabled the discussion Oct. 30 by the Nemaha County verado. More than $1,000 in dam- The commissioners closed the to be the engineer for the bridge session on Thursday, Oct. 31, with until Monday, Nov. 4. Sheriff’s Office (NMSO) for two age was estimated. public hearing portion of the replacement located 1 mile east the following members present: The commissioners accepted Nemaha County warrants for fail- At 7 a.m. Friday, Nov. 1, Abram meeting. The commissioners ap- and 2.6 miles north of Wetmore Chairman Keith Olsen, Dwight A. a contract adjustment for the at- ure to appear. He was released on Fournier, 28, of Goff was travel- proved Resolution 19-06, adopting over Muddy Creek. Kruse and Richard L. Lehmkuhl. torney flat fee contracts of Judd Oct. 31 on a $2,500 own recogni- ing north on Q Road, just south a new solid waste management Also at the meeting: Also present were County Clerk Herbster and Kelly J. Fuemmeler zance bond with a court date of of 56th Road, when he struck a and disposal plan for Brown and Sheriff Merchant requested Melissa Gormley and Deputy for $3,000 per month each, effec- Dec. 19 at 9 a.m. deer. He was driving a 2006 Chevy Nemaha counties. a five-minute executive session County Clerk Dawn Boyles. tive Jan. 1, 2020. Shelby N. Friedrichs, 28, of Cobalt. Less than $1,000 in dam- Karen Wilson and Justina with the commissioners on non- Olsen opened the meeting at The next meeting was held Marysville was arrested on Oct. age was estimated. Cockerham with Northeast Kan- elected personnel. Present at the 8:10 a.m. The Pledge of Allegiance Monday, Nov. 4. These minutes 31 by the NMSO on a Nemaha At 9:08 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1, Mi- sas Area Agency on Aging dis- executive session were the three was recited by all, and Lehmkuhl were not available at The Herald’s County warrant for forgery. She chael Burnett, 57, of Gardner was cussed the Access and Innovation commissioners, Sheriff Merchant led the meeting with a prayer. press time. remains in custody on a $7,500 traveling east on U.S. Highway Collaboration Grant from Kansas and Gormley. Following the ex- Also at the meeting: surety bond. 36, about 3/4 mile east of Kansas Matthew J. Kaufman, 26, of Sa- Highway 236, when he struck a betha was arrested on Oct. 31 by deer. He was driving a 2006 Toy- the Sabetha Police Department ota Scion. More than $1,000 in (PD) on a Nemaha County war- damage was estimated. GOVERNING BODY rant for failure to appear. He was At 7 a.m. Saturday. Nov. 2, released on Oct. 31 on a $250 cash David Schmitz, 45, of Axtell was Nemaha County Commission bond with a court date of Nov. 26 traveling eastbound on 224th at 9:30 a.m. Road, about 1/4 mile west of B Submitted by ment and Disposal Plan. Chair- have a final haul route submitted this work at this time. Jamie Holman was released Road, when he swerved to miss a Mary Kay Schultejans man Scoby opened the public to the commissioners very soon. County Attorney Brad Lippert from the Nemaha County Jail on deer, spun and hit the north side County Clerk hearing at 11 a.m. With no pub- Department Reports came before the board to state that Oct. 31 to Marshall County. embankment. He was driving a The Board of Nemaha County lic comments being given, Scoby Ronnebaum advised the board he drafted a new Cemetery Road Ryan C. Ramey, 31, of Robin- 2002 Toyota. More than $1,000 Commissioners met in regular closed the public hearing at 11:08 that he plans to get the sand Maintenance Agreement for the son was arrested on Nov. 1 by in damage was estimated. session on Monday, Oct. 28, in a.m. Commissioners approved spreaders put in the trucks in case commissioners and Ronnebaum the NMSO for criminal damage At 7:36 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 2, the Commissioner’s Room of the Resolution 2019-7 to adopt a new they are needed. to review. to property. He was released on Ethan Meier, 28, of Fairview was Nemaha County Courthouse. five-year Brown-Nemaha Coun- Sheriff Rich Vernon and Un- Lippert updated the commis- Nov. 1 on a $500 cash bond with traveling south on W Road, 1/4 The meeting was called to order ties Solid Waste Management and dersheriff Bob Cross advised the sioners concerning the Notice of a court date of Dec. 3 at 9:30 a.m. mile south of 104th Road, when by Chairman Gary Scoby leading Disposal Plan. board that they currently are hold- Appeal filed in the Weyer/Muet- Kelly Willard was released on he struck a deer. He was driving a the flag salute. Present also were Commissioners asked Gafford ing 17 inmates in jail and have is- ing fence view issue. Nov. 1 to Buchanan County, Mo. 2011 Ford F250 Super Duty. More commissioners Tim Burdiek and to contact Kansas State University sued a search warrant in Oneida Commissioners asked Lippert CRASH REPORTS than $1,000 in damage was esti- Dennis Henry, Road and Bridge/ and Kansas University for assis- last week. Three individuals were about City of Seneca Resolution At 6:50 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27, mated. Solid Waste Supervisor Dennis tance with writing a comprehen- arrested following the search. No. 10162019 and whether Lippert Jerry Cox, 77, of Sabetha was At 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3, Ronnebaum and Office Manager sive plan for Nemaha County. Sheriff Vernon also reported can draft a resolution to extend traveling south on W Road, 1/4 Douglas Henry, 58, of Waverly Kathy Haverkamp, and County Wind Farm that someone is scheduled to in- the moratorium. Commissioners mile south of 136th Road, when was traveling southbound on Q Clerk Mary Kay Schultejans re- Mark Trumbauer with Next Era stall guards on the front of the will not hear any requests to use he struck a deer. He was driving Road, and approximately 56th cording the minutes. Energy Resources let the commis- remaining patrol vehicles. the roads, infrastructure and oth- a 2012 Ford Escape. More than Road, when he struck a deer. He Nancy Gafford with Rural De- sioners know that their engineers Maintenance employee Troy er public areas of Nemaha County $1,000 in damage was estimated. was driving a 2010 Ford F150. velopment Association of North- would like to meet with the coun- Melvin came before the board to at this time. At 7:45 a.m. Thursday, Oct. More than $1,000 in damage was east Kansas came for the public ty’s Road and Bridge Supervisor update commissioners on the roof Also at the meeting: 31, Jesse Koehn, 27, of Hiawatha estimated. hearing scheduled for the adop- to discuss alternate haul routes. project at the Pioneer Building. The board reviewed and ap- was traveling westbound on U.S. At 5:50 a.m. Monday, Nov. 4, tion of the new Brown-Nemaha Trumbauer also stated that Next Melvin also asked commission- proved the minutes from the Oct. Highway 36, just west of Y Road, Scott Olberding, 26, of Seneca Counties Solid Waste Manage- Era Energy Resources hopes to ers about installing LED lights in 21 meeting, as well as vouchers when he struck a deer. He was was traveling eastbound on 176th county buildings. Commissioners submitted by the different de- driving a 2015 BMW 3 Series. Road, just east of J Road, when he advised Melvin to obtain a supply partments to be paid at the end More than $1,000 in damage was struck a deer. He was driving a of LED lights and replace them of October. estimated. 2017 Ford F150. More than $1,000 Published in The Sabetha Herald on Wednesday, November 6, 2019 office by office when he has time With no further county busi- At 11:08 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. in damage was estimated. to do so. ness coming before the board, 30, Carrol Gudenkauf, 72, of Sen- PUBLIC NOTICE Melvin asked about installing Scoby adjourned the meeting at Nemaha County Transit seeks a qualified architectural firm to new guttering at the Community 12:45 p.m. The next meeting was provide architectural and engineering services for a new facility Building and about having mor- held on Monday, Nov. 4. These project located adjacent to 710 Pioneer Street, Seneca, Kansas tar work done at the Community minutes were not available at The 66538. NCT has received 5339 Capital Assistance funding for Building as well. Commissioners Herald’s press time. CLUB NEWS this project. For more information contact, Diane Yunghans at advised Melvin to get a quote for Nemaha County Transit, 710 Pioneer Street, Seneca, Kansas Berwick Home Benefit FCE Unit 66538, email [email protected] or call 785- 336-3091. Proposal and Statement of Qualifications are due by Submitted by sufficient intake of calcium along 3:00 P.M., December 6, 2019. Roma McCorkle with Vitamin D, physical activity 45-1t Six members of the Berwick and medical check-ups. The lat- Home Benefit FCE Unit met at 2 est data shows one of out of two p.m. Monday, Oct. 14, in the din- women and one in four men can Save the Date! ing room of the Apostolic Chris- expect to have a fracture as a result Published in The Sabetha Herald on Wednesday, November 6, 2019 The Baileyville Benefit tian Home West Village, where of osteoporosis by the age of 80. Ruth Meyer was the hostess. They The members displayed a col- PUBLIC NOTICE will be held on were joined by 16 apartment resi- lection of gold seals over the years dents to share the lesson, “How during FCE week, which was Oct. February 29 and March 1 much do you know about the Big 13-19. The Berwick Unit received O?” a Recognition Certificate for 70 NEMAHA CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Diane Hanzlicek introduced years of service given to the fami- each member and the guest speak- lies and community through par- er. Health and Wellness Center ticipation in Family and Commu- ALLAN C. ROSS D.D.S. Manager Greta Heiman shared nity education. ways the public can take advan- Refreshments of homemade ko- 502 S. Washington tage of improving their health by laches, pineapple sherbet floats, becoming involved in exercise coffee and nuts were served to the 785-284-3010 Sabetha, Kansas programs. guests. Door prizes were given to Dental Care For All Ages Over 20 years Osteoporosis is known as the seven lucky winners. “silent disease.” Bones are liv- The Northeast Fall Council Cleaning/X-Ray/Exam • Sealants • Fillings • Root Canals • Oral Surgery/ ing tissue and change as we age meeting will be held on Thursday, Extraction/Wisdom Teeth Removal • Nitrous (Gas) Sedation • Crowns • through a process called bone Nov. 7, in Manhattan. Bridges • Tooth Straightening/Braces/Retainers • Veneers • Teeth Whitening modeling. Primary osteoporosis The next meeting will be Nov. Dentures & Relines • Gum Disease/Periodontics •Second Opinions • TMJ happens when we lose more bone 11 at Marjean Moore’s home in mass than we gain. A successful Seneca. The lesson will be called, 45-1t Welcome Discount for NEW PATIENTS plan to prevent or treat osteoporo- “Trash to treasure.” sis involves proper nutrition with Call Today For Deals! • $50 VISA® gift card for every 125 gallons of qualifying oil products. BROWN COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY • $100 off the Cenex Total Protection Plan® on new or used qualifying equipment. Pet of the Week • $100 off per 120-gallon oil tote system or larger. • 50 cents off HTB, 15W-40 and 10W-30 (Purchased in the November 2019.) Mesa & Slate These cute beagle mix pups are all ready for a family. They have been spayed/neutered, are up- to-date on vaccinations and microchipped. Their adoption fee is $165, we have four available. They are currently in a foster home learning basic training. Come check ALL of our many wonderful available pets looking for a home! Call one of our CES team members for more information. Please contact the Brown County Humane Society Kyle 785-294-0465 | Tyler 785-294-0770 at 785-742-1976 for more information. 10A November 6, 2019 | The Sabetha Herald | sabethaherald.com local&area

HALLOWEEN: Trick-or-treaters show off creative costumes as they seek treats HALLOWEEN.1A

Hazel Aberle makes an adorable llama during Trick or Treat on Main Street. Kendrick Maley, Leona Lueger and Eva Lueger are all decked out for Trick or Treat on Main Street These kiddos are dressed in fun outfits for Trick or Treat on Main Amber Deters | Herald Amber Deters | Herald Street. Amber Deters | Herald

WINDFARM: Citizens ask multiple questions regarding QUEEN: Contest winners definitive agreements for Soldier Creek Wind Farm project receive scholarships WINDFARM.1A sioners during the meeting, and said. “It delays it and raises issues “It’s nothing more than that. QUEEN.1A Anissa Bloom, is the daughter of another question that has been that aren’t genuine. You’re just We’re going to have plenty of Ken and Joyce Stallbaumer. Some or less in span.” asked over the past few weeks was plucking things out of the air. But eyes looking at it. We’re going to ships: Smith, $1,000; Stallbaumer, of her honors include Wetmore Trumbauer presented the com- asked again. genuine feedback that helps move be looking at it very closely. But $250; and Bruning, $500. Honor Society, ranked first in missioners and special attorney During the Oct. 21 meeting, the ball down the field is always we surely aren’t going to another class and Kansas Honor Scholar. James Neeld with the updated Charity Henry asked whether welcome. The idea at the end of public meeting like we had out at ABOUT SMITH Stallbaumer has been involved haul route map before they en- or not the citizens would have a the day is to have the best docu- the community building. It’s not Smith, sponsored by in volleyball, school musical and tered the 1 hour, 45 minute ex- chance to review the definitive ment possible, with the best input going to happen.” Mom+Camera Photography by plays, and Students Against De- ecutive session on Monday, Nov. 4. agreements such as the road use possible, so we have the best deal “I understand that,” Brack said. Amy, is the daughter of Rick and structive Decisions. She plans to According to Neeld, the road use agreement, before the commis- for the county. That’s my goal.” “You guys know what the commu- Shelley Smith. Some of her hon- attend the University of Kansas agreement, along with the haul sioners voted on them. At that “I think the important thing to nity has asked for, and all the ma- ors include National Honor So- and major in science to pursue a route and transmission line route, time, the commissioners respond- understand is that decision is up jor terms are decided on. I am per- ciety, Kansas Honor Scholar and degree in nursing. were being discussed during the ed saying no, because there will be to these three gentleman,” Lippert sonally not saying that I am going Student Council Representative. executive session. Present for the multiple eyes on the documents. said. “That is not Mr. Neeld’s call.” to go in there and argue that this She has been involved in Students ABOUT THE CONTEST executive session were the com- Cindy Brack asked the question After Neeld left the meeting, term should be changed. I know Against Destructive Decisions, Contestants were required to missioners, Neeld, Bruce Rinkes again during the Monday, Nov. 4, Brack asked the commissioners the term sheet is set. Those are the KAY Club and marching, pep complete an application and sub- with CFS, Nemaha County Road meeting with Neeld present. if they were planning on letting terms. What I am concerned with and concert bands. She plans to mit a letter of recommendation, as and Bridge Supervisor Dennis “When the term sheet was voted the public review the documents is some verbiage is just not right attend the University of Kansas well as write an essay. Ronnebaum and Nemaha County on and approved, Mr. Neeld, you before they were voted on. or whatever is in it, that allows a and major in English. The judges blind judged the Attorney Brad Lippert. had kind of a discussion or presen- “At this point in time, I will re- loophole.” essay portion of the contest. On Following the executive ses- tation afterwards and during that serve the right to change my mind “But is it ever right?” D. Henry ABOUT STALLBAUMER contest day — Sunday, Oct. 27 — sion, Scoby said no action was presentation you had mentioned as chair, but Tim, Dennis and I said. Stallbaumer, sponsored by contestants presented their essay, taken from the executive session. that you felt like the agreements were elected, we filed, we were “It’s never 100 percent right but Family Practice Associates - answered two interview questions Scoby then opened the meeting would go similar to how the term elected for these positions,” Scoby wouldn’t you rather have as much Wetmore Clinic, and Corey and and performed a short talent. up for Neeld to update those pres- sheet was done,” Brack said, “to said. “Should we open the door for right as you can?” Brack said. ent about the Soldier Creek Wind where the community or citizens every document we approve, we “How do you know where that Farm project. would have a chance to review would never get anything done point is?” D. Henry said. “Where According to Neeld, the pro- the documents before they were here. There will be multiple eyes is that point? What’s right for Jim posed haul route will need to voted on, very similar to the term on those documents. I would like [Neeld] might be different for me. be reviews by CFS, which could sheet. And now we’re hearing that to think there is enough confi- What’s right for you might be dif- MUSICAL: Elementary, middle take approximately 10 business is not going to happen. I don’t un- dence in we three gentlemen to ferent than Jim.” days. Neeld also confirmed that derstand the negatives besides it’s get it right.” “I am saying does it align with school students are part of cast this haul route has not been ap- going to take a little bit longer and “I don’t think it’s not having what the term sheet says?” Brack MUSICAL.1A proved by the Nemaha County I know you get tons of information confidence in you,” Brack said. said. “A little bit of verbiage ell as Sophie, Sophia Meyer as Commissioners and is currently and it’s a lot of back and forth, but “I don’t think anyone could get changes and all of a sudden you’re The cast of this production Apple Seller, Davis Rokey as Ed- just a proposed haul route and I feel it is the best thing for the everything right. I mean even if not signing what you think you’re includes Ellen Glynn as Annie, die, Faith Lachapelle as Cecille, transmission line route. county to get these things right, we all review it we’re probably still signing.” Charles Kuenzi as Daddy War- EllaWynn Laipple as Sound Ef- Don Lueger asked whether the where there are no loopholes left going to miss some things, but just “You’re absolutely correct, and I bucks, Rachel Kuenzi as Miss fects Person, Jacob Garber as Dog term sheet addressed buried cable open. So why was there a change like the term sheet, there we some think Mr. Neeld works for a very Hannigan, Ainsley Smith as Catcher, Kendall Edelman as Pep- lines and how close those lines from back when that term sheet pretty significant things that were large firm,” Lippert said. “The Grace, Kaleb Grimm as Rooster, per, Madison Menold as Duffy, could be to residences. was approved to now?” missed and I am not saying that it term sheet is not the final legal Sofia Kuenzi as Lilly, Cody Meyer and Dakota Dalinghaus as Sandy. Neeld said the term sheet ad- Neeld responded, saying that he is anyone’s fault. It just happens. document. My guess would be as President Roosevelt, Spencer Orphans are played by Sabetha dresses overhead lines but not is always in favor of public input. But the more people you have that he would have several attor- Strahm as Ben Healy, JR Streett Elementary and Middle School buried cable lines. “I believe you should always looking at it, especially the people neys in his firm review that docu- as Drake, Molly Edelman as Mrs. students as follows: Sydney Shafer “We’re granting them the right give public input,” Neeld said. who have interest in making sure ment before it’s actually signed. Greer, Elissa Dalinghaus as Mrs. as Kate, Chloe Detweiler as Tessie, – provided they meet the specs “You should always have feed- from the county’s side and not All of the attorneys would be Pugh, Nikki Kuenzi as Bonnie Harper Smith as July and Bristol of our engineer – to put under- back at all times, in whatever way necessarily from the developer’s much more qualified to review Boylen/Star to Be, Kenzie Meyer Menold as Molly. ground lines along the county it comes to you [email, written or side, is going to give you a little that and to find those loopholes as Connie Boylen, Ashlyn Menold Member of the chorus, repre- right of ways,” Neeld said. “Just by phone]. In regards to the ac- more confidence and make sure and to find mistakes than would as Ronnie Boylen, Braden Mitchell senting residents of Hooverville like if a utility line goes there. tual documents, I have no prob- that any of those little things or be a private citizen who doesn’t as Harold Ickes, Lucas Menold as and New York City, are Casey Pretty much just run the same lem with pushing those out. The big things didn’t get missed.” have that sort of legal training.” Henry Morgenthau, Hayden Lip- Williams, Madison Bulk, Au- route.” issue is, is it going to be feedback “Once again, I will reserve the To watch the full discussion on pert as L. Howe, Davis Rokey as C. bree Smith, Kristi Edelman, Gra- Lueger asked whether or not that moves the ball down the field right to change my mind, but at the Soldier Creek Wind Farm, go Hull, Leah Renyer as Frances Per- cieAnn Glaspie and Kaily Dorn. the townships have been involved or is it going to be feedback that this point in time, I am going to to https://www.youtube.com/ kins, Keenan Lippert as Fred Mc- Warbucks Staff members include with the road use agreement, in serves another agenda?” stick to no,” Scoby said. watch?v=SrRp0oeYxEc. Cracken, Zach Younie as Bundles Abigail Lawson, Demelia Funk, order to understand their obliga- Neeld continued, saying he re- D. Henry agreed, saying the The Nemaha County Commis- and Announcer, Tristan Wittwer Cameron Young, Jessica Gruber tions. alizes that there are some people commissioners gave the public a sioners will not meet Monday, as Officer Ward, Kennedy Mitch- and Mikenna Haverkamp. “We want to get this to a point who do not want the project to chance to speak back in April at Nov. 11, due to Veterans Day. The where we like it, and then go sit happen and the feedback could the two public hearings. board will meet again at 9 a.m. down with the townships,” Neeld result in revisiting the topic of not “We’ve had the public comment Monday, Nov. 18, at the Nemaha said. wanting the project to happen. session and basically this road use County Courthouse. Additional questions were “If it is revisiting that, then it agreement is just an expansion of asked to Neeld and the commis- actually hurts the process,” Neeld that term sheet,” D. Henry said.

HOLIDAYS: Many holiday events will be offered HOLIDAYS.1A United Bank and Trust drive-up Food Options: Free hot dogs off location for the Kids Kloset, location. Members of the public will be provided by United Bank which serves children up to age that you RSVP by Nov. 21 to Shari are invited to make weather re- and Trust. A soup supper will be 18. The Kids Kloset is in need of at 785-285-0133 or Mariah at 785- sistant ornaments for the tree. offered at the First United Meth- new items including winter coats, 285-2421. Children at Sabetha Elementary odist Church from 5 to 7 p.m. hats, gloves, scarves, snow boots, School already have decorated or- Other Activities: Rides on the socks, underwear, kids’ clothing WINDOW OPENING naments in art class, and should trolley will be offered, beginning size 2T to 16, and toiletries. Mon- With the theme, “Merry and have brought those home. They and ending in front of Sabetha etary donations and gift cards also Bright,” Sabetha’s annual Window are invited to place the orna- City Hall. A craft and home show are a wonderful blessing that buys Opening is set for 5:30 to 9 p.m. ment on Nov. 29, or anytime af- will be held in the City Hall gym- what is needed when supplies are Friday, Nov. 29. The Chamber is ter. The Chamber invites parents nasium. Sabetha High School’s running low. bringing back old traditions to or community members to take Odyssey and Infinity singers will LIGHT UP SABETHA the event, included the Commu- pictures of their children placing delight audiences with caroling at Anyone with a residence inside nity Christmas Tree and Window their ornaments on the tree, then 6:15 p.m. Sabetha’s city limits can enter the Reveal. posting it on Facebook with the annual Light Up Sabetha House Window Reveal: Businesses child’s name and tagging Sabetha GINGERBREAD HOUSES Decorating Contest, co-sponsored will cover their windows before Chamber. Each child’s name will Decorated four-foot by four- by the Sabetha Chamber of Com- Thanksgiving and reveal their then be placed in a drawing for a foot gingerbread houses, spon- merce and City of Sabetha. decorated windows at 9 a.m. on Chamber Gift Card. sored by Chamber businesses, Prizes will be given for first Friday. People can vote for their Santa: Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on display at City Hall through fourth places, as awarded favorite decorated window by will arrive by firetruck to Sabetha during Window Opening. After by an independent judging com- dropping change into the small City Hall at 6 p.m. Santa will visit Window Opening, the ginger- mittee. First place will receive gingerbread house located inside with children from 6 to 8 p.m. bread houses will be moved to the $200, second place $150, third the participating business. All Photos are available by No Place sponsoring business — including place $100 and fourth place $75. donations will benefit the Kids Like Home/Miranda Livengood. United Bank and Trust, Triple C, Call the Chamber or City Hall Kloset. Live Reindeer: Two of Santa’s C&K Service, Morrill and Janes to enter your own house or any Community Christmas Tree: favorite reindeer will be at the Bank/Saylor Insurance, Wenger other house you think is deserv- Lighting will take place at 5:30 southeast corner of Main and Manufacturing, Community Na- ing. Nominations will be accepted p.m. for the Community Christ- 11th Streets, near Aberle Ford. tional Bank, Schenck Process, Sa- up until noon on Friday, Dec. 20. mas tree, which will be located Children can feed the reindeer a betha Hospital Guild, Northwind Judging will take place beginning on the southwest corner of Main carrot and have their photos taken Technical Services and Apostolic at 5 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 20. and Washington streets, near the in Santa’s sled from 6 to 8 p.m. Christian Home — as a drop- 1B November 6, 2019 | The Sabetha Herald | sabethaherald.com sports

SHS CROSS COUNTRY STANDINGS Bluejay harriers compete at State FOOTBALL KRISTA WASINGER 24 seconds faster than earlier this Big 7 League season at Rim Rock. League Overall The Bluejay harriers made the Harrell was followed by junior School trek to Rim Rock Farm in Law- Braden Menold in 66th place, Rank W L W L rence on Saturday, Nov. 2, for the junior Charlie Bestwick in 68th, 1 Sabetha 6 0 6 3 3A State Meet, after they qualified junior Darrin Funk in 87th, junior junior Hattie Lukert in the girls’ Spencer Strahm in 88th, sopho- 2 Jefferson West 4 0 8 1 competition, along with the entire more Tyrese Bishop in 92nd and 3 Holton 4 2 7 2 boys’ team. sophomore Paul Pearson in 94th. Girls 4 Riverside 2 2 6 3 Lukert was the only Lady Jay 5 Nemaha Central 2 2 7 2 SHS Boys’ Cross Country to compete in the State meet. She at 3A State, 11.2.2019 6 Perry-Lecompton 1 3 6 3 came in 35th out of 70 runners. INDIVIDUAL RESULTS She had a time of 21 minutes, 52.6 RUNNER PLACE TIME 7 Royal Valley 1 5 1 8 Cameron Harrell 41 18:01.3 seconds. Braden Menold 66 18:47.7 8 Hiawatha 0 6 1 8 Boys Charlie Bestwick 68 18:49.2 The boys’ team placed 11th Darrin Funk 87 19:27.6 Twin Valley League overall with a score of 253. Other Spencer Strahm 88 19:27.6 Tyrese Bishop 92 19:30.4 League Overall teams’ placings and scores are as Paul Pearson 94 19:30.8 School Rank follows: Southeast of Saline, first, TEAM RESULTS W L W L 35; Silver Lake, second, 44; Nor- PLACE SCORE TOTAL TIME AVG TIME 11-MAN FOOTBALL ton Community, third, 117; Osage SE Saline 35 1:24:45 16:57 Silver Lake 44 1:25:50 17:10 1 Centralia 2 0 8 1 City, fourth, 135; Lakin, fifth, 141; Norton 117 1:28:53 17:47 Community Halstead, sixth, 142; Anderson 2 Valley Heights 1 1 7 2 County, seventh, 174; Marysville, Osage City 135 1:30:08 18:02 Lakin 141 1:30:30 18:06 3 Troy 0 2 2 7 eighth, 184; Cimarron, ninth, 213; Halstead 142 1:30:36 18:08 Hesston, 10th, 230; and Burling- Anderson 8-MAN FOOTBALL 174 1:31:29 18:18 ton, 12th, 286. Co. Leading the Bluejays was Marysville 184 1:32:15 18:27 1 Frankfort 6 1 8 1 Cimarron 213 1:32:54 18:35 sophomore Cameron Harrell, Hesston 230 1:33:46 18:46 2 Axtell 5 1 8 1 who placed 41st with a time of 18 Sabetha 253 1:34:34 18:55 3 Hanover 5 1 8 1 minutes, 1.3 second — 1 minute, Burlington 286 1:35:47 19:10 4 Onaga 3 3 5 4

5 Doniphan West 3 5 4 5 Sophomore Jadyn Dorn cheers on junior Hattie Lukert as she competes in the 2019 3A State Cross Country meet on Saturday, November 2, at Rim Rock Farm. Heather Stewart | Herald 6 Clifton-Clyde 2 0 8 1 7 Washington County 1 1 4 5

8 Blue Valley 1 5 1 7

9 Linn 0 2 2 6

10 Wetmore 0 7 1 7 Northeast Kansas League

League Overall School Rank W L W L

1 MH-MA 6 0 6 3

2 Jackson Heights 3 1 7 2

3 Jeff County North 3 1 5 4

4 Pleasant Ridge 3 2 3 6

5 ACCHS 2 3 3 6

6 Oskaloosa 1 3 3 6

7 McLouth 0 4 1 8

8 Horton 0 4 1 8

9 Valley Falls 0 0 2 7 Sophomore Paul Pearson finishes the 3A State race Junior Braden Menold keeps up Junior Charlie Bestwick strong. his pace. maintains his speed. VOLLEYBALL Heather Stewart | Herald Heather Stewart | Herald Heather Stewart | Herald Big 7 League

League Overall School Rank W L W L

1 Royal Valley 13 3 36 4

2 Sabetha 11 3 32 9

3 Holton 11 4 30 14

Sophomore Cameron Harrell rounds the last curve during the 4 Nemaha Central 8 6 27 16 2019 3A State Cross Country meet on Saturday, November 2, at Rim Rock Farm. Heather Stewart | Herald 5 Perry-Lecompton 6 7 19 15 6 Hiawatha 3 9 15 17

7 Jefferson West 3 11 6 28

8 Riverside 1 13 6 27 Twin Valley League

League Overall School Rank W L W L

1 Valley Heights 12 0 37 5

2 Centralia 11 1 32 7

3 Frankfort 9 3 27 15

4 Clifton-Clyde 9 3 26 8

5 Hanover 7 6 19 18

6 Doniphan West 7 6 11 23

7 Wetmore 6 6 17 21

8 Washington County 5 6 12 27

9 Linn 5 10 15 23

10 Blue Valley 4 8 16 24

Sophomore Tyrese Bishop keeps a steady pace as he closes in 11 Axtell 3 9 13 23 on this Halstead runner during the 2019 3A State Cross Country Juniors Spencer Strahm and Darrin Funk stick together in the final 400 meters of the 2019 3A State 12 Onaga 3 11 8 29 meet on Saturday, November 2, at Rim Rock Farm. Cross Country meet on Saturday, November 2, at Rim Rock Farm. Heather Stewart | Herald Heather Stewart | Herald 13 Troy 1 13 2 31 Northeast Kansas League

League Overall School Rank W L W L

WHS CROSS COUNTRY 1 Oskaloosa 14 2 28 10

2 Jackson Heights 14 2 33 4 Wetmore harrier 3 Pleasant Ridge 13 3 25 11 4 Jeff County North 11 5 32 11 medals at 1A 5 McLouth 6 10 15 22 6 MH-MA 6 10 19 16 State Cross 7 Valley Falls 5 11 12 23 8 Horton 3 13 6 24 Country 9 ACCHS 0 16 0 31 SCORES HERALD REPORT GIRLS BASKETBALL The lone Wetmore High School Cardinal to qualify for 1A State Cross Country on Saturday, Date Teams Score SMS 8A vs. Perry 13-33 Nov. 2, was sophomore Rasmus Nielsen. 10/21 Nielsen placed 13th out of 87 runners at SMS 8B vs. Perry 7-15 SMS 8A vs. Royal Valley (OT) 22-25 Wamego — earning him a medal. He finished 10/28 with a time of 18 minutes, 3 seconds. Wetmore High School sophomore Rasmus SMS 8B vs. Royal Valley 11-10 SMS 8A vs. Holton 23-20 Nielsen competes at a meet earlier this season 10/29 Nielsen is a foreign exchange student from SMS 8B vs. Holton 25-28 Denmark. He is living with Ken and Joyce at Sabetha. S u b m i t s c o r e s t o u s a t Stallbaumer. Krista Wasinger | Herald [email protected] 2B November 6, 2019 | The Sabetha Herald | sabethaherald.com sports&recreation

SHS FOOTBALL Bluejays finish season with 6-3 record, Big Seven League title PETE SCHUETZ | CONTRIBUTOR

With their 12th straight play- guts out, and we coaches were off appearance, the Sabetha honored to stand beside this Bluejays drew the number four team.” seed in their district and would “This team will leave their mark face the number one seed in the on this program by a number Hayden Wildcats in a road battle. things,” Coach Michael said. “One Hayden boasted a 7-1 record with – mentally, emotionally and spiri- their lone loss coming by way of tually together. Two – selflessness. the Perry-Lecompton Kaws in an Three – toughness through adver- overtime thriller. sity. Four – being coachable and The Jays sputtered offensively coaching their teammates. Five against a salty defense and wres- – back-to-back Big Seven League tled to get stops defensively, but champions. And six – having a would eventually fall to Hayden 41-6 career record with only two 35-0. home losses.” The Jays took the opening kick- As for the group of seniors that off but could not find a rhythm will be leaving, Coach Michael to start, and punted the ball after said, he couldn’t be more proud three plays. Hayden marched from of them. Sabetha’s 49-yard-line in 10 plays “They all had their own role and to the end zone, to go ahead 7-0 took great pride in their roles,” with six minutes to play in the Coach Michael said. “Their re- first. siliency through adversity was The Wildcats would add a pair unmatched. They had to work of scores in the second quarter mentality everyday in practice, to extend their lead to 21-0 at and I wouldn’t want to be in any the half. Braden Argabright had other locker room with any other Noah Nonnast, Andrew Frazee and Michael Gugelman track this Hayden runner during the match-up on Friday, November 1. a 58-yard kickoff return in the players or coaching staff.” Tim Kellenberger | Herald second quarter and the Bluejays Seniors Colby Tinklin, Carson attempted a 32-yard field goal Ukele and Andrew Frazee also seconds before the intermission; weighed in on the conclusion of munity for the non-stop support,” better man everyday. Years from wanted to win or lose with any- SHS Football however, both ended fruitlessly, the 2019 season and the loss to Ukele said. “Sabetha football now, I probably won’t remember body else. vs. Hayden, 11.1.2019 FUM # REC RU TKL SKS INT # RU and Hayden led by three scores Hayden. taught me more than just playing plays or statistics, but I will re- “Second Thessalonians 1:3 talks RCY REC YDS YDS at the break. “I’m not sad about losing, it’s a with heart and tons of passion. It member what this program did for about how we should thank God B. Argabright 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Hayden found the end zone part of the game,” Tinklin said. taught me that it’s way more than me. It’s hard to fight battles alone, for giving us the ability to love N. Nonnast 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 K. Dillon 2 0 0 0 2 18 0 0 twice in the third quarter to pull “I’m sad I don’t get to play for Sa- just a game. The coaches and your but when you have 60 brothers be- one another,” Frazee said. “Like- R. Duncan 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 4 ahead 35-0, but the Jays’ defense betha football anymore. I don’t get teammates challenge you to be a side you, it gets a little easier! It’s wise, our faith, as a brotherhood, M. Gugelman 4 0 0 0 0 0 2 1 made them earn every yard — to play for the been such an honor to be a part of is growing more and more each S. Frey 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 refusing to give up the big plays. coaches, my the Sabetha tradition. Faith! Fam- day, with and through each other. D.Schmelzle 12 0 0 0 6 49 0 0 G. Garber 19 0 0 0 0 0 18 97 Sabetha continued to struggle teammates or ily! Football!” Win or lose, I wouldn’t want to do B.Mitchell 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 offensively in the second half and my family. I’m Frazee said he wouldn’t have it with anyone else.” J. Gatz 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 had a pair of fumbles that ended sad I don’t get C. Holthaus 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 in turnovers that killed potential to put on my C. Tinklin 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 K. Evans 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 drives. The Jay defense kept the pads, run out C. Buser 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Wildcats out of the end zone in to the practice K. Grimm 2 0 0 0 3 25 0 0 the fourth quarter. field hoot- PASSING STATS

Hayden tallied 423 total yards ing and hol- COMP - ATT YDS TD INT to Sabetha’s 188, and the Bluejays lering with G. Garber 13-25 86 0 0 fell to Hayden 35-0 — ending their my brothers TEAM TOTALS season with a Big Seven League again.” SHS HHS championship and a 6-3 mark on Ukele said FIRST DOWNS 10 27 3RD DOWN CONV. 4 11 the campaign. he is grateful 4TH DOWN CONV. 2 0 Gabe Garber finished the night for the sup- # OF RUSHES 22 51 rushing for 97 yards and passing port Sabetha RUSHING YARDS 102 223 for 86, with Drew Schmelzle being football has AVG. RUSHING YDS 4.6 4.4 PASSING YARDS 86 200 the leading receiver — having six provided him. # COMPLETIONS 13 13 catches for 49 yards. “First off, I # PASSES 25 17 “Hayden played a very solid want to thank # INTERCEPTIONS 0 0 game and didn’t beat themselves,” my coaches, PUNTING YARDS 28.3 28 Braden Argabright wraps up this Hayden ball Gabe Garber tucks in the ball for a quarterback run during play FUMBLES/LOST 2/2 0 said Head Coach Garrett Michael. teammates carrier during the match-up on Friday, November 1. on Friday, November 1, with Hayden High School. PENALTIES/LOST YARDS 0 5/40 “Our kids played their heart and and the com- Tim Kellenberger | Herald Tim Kellenberger | Herald TOTAL OFFENSE 188 423

Drew Schmelzle reaches for this Hayden ball carrier during the contest on Friday, November 1. Griffen Huning closes in on this Hayden ball carrier during action on Friday, November 1. Tim Kellenberger | Herald Tim Kellenberger | Herald

Schumann Financials, CLU-MBA Life Insurance & Long Term Care Lifetime/unlimited benefits when tax qualified $$ are converted to long term care tax deferred annuities Review of financial plan for retirement. When should I claim Social Security? Schumann 1012 Main Street • Sabetha, KS Financials (785) 284-2107 or 1-800-281-2107

FLU SHOTS SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10 Sabetha Community Hospital Fairview Community Center FRONT LOBBY 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. - Everyone is welcome. NOV. 6TH NOV. 13TH Veterans and their guests eat free. Free will donation accepted for all non-veterans.

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The Sabetha Herald’s ATHLETE OF THE WEEK

Rasmus Nielsen CROSS COUNTRY WETMORE HIGH SCHOOL Wetmore High School sophomore Rasmus Nielsen was the lone Cardinal who qualified for the 1A State Cross Country at Wamego on Saturday, Nov. 2. Nielsen competed with 86 runners and earned a 13th-place medal with a time of 18 minutes, 3 seconds.

The Sabetha Middle School eighth grade football team completes an undefeated season with a record of 7-0. Pictured are FRONT ROW (L-R) Braden McQueen, Xavier Shasteen, Brayden Meredith, Will Ulrich, Colin Menold, Weston Schultejans, Kalvin Evans, Harper Schmelzle, Logan LaVoie and Nekoda Niehues; MIDDLE ROW (L-R) Aiden Lang, Turner Howard, Jeter Worthley, Kellen Wenger, Aidan Wittwer, Nate Menold, Tyler Menold and Damian Gillette; BACK ROW (L-R) Teagan Saner, Easton Bradbury, Cole Hinton, Kean Haverkamp, Jacob Enneking, Marcus Bauman, Christian McAfee, Kaleb Menold, Chase Frey, Joshua Grimm, Jacob Grimm, Coach Pete Schuetz, Dalton Rokey and Coach Brent Hayden. Submitted Sabetha Middle School eighth grade football Athlete of the Week selection will be awarded with an “Athlete of the Week” t-shirt at the end of the sports season. team finishes season undefeated Please contact The Sabetha Herald to provide sizing information.

Are You Considering Any New Construction or Remodeling? NOTICE OF NEMAHA COUNTY NEIGHBORHOOD REVITALIZATION PLAN EFFECTIVE DATE: APRIL 1, 2015 Nemaha County has adopted a countywide Neighborhood Revitalization Plan that assists its residents in the rehabilitation, conservation, or redevelopment of residential, commercial, or retail property. The plan covers all of Nemaha County except for the City of Sabetha and the City of Seneca, who currently have their own Neighborhood Revitalization Plans. The plan became effective April 1, 2015. Application to the Nemaha County Neighborhood Revitalization Plan must be made before any construction begins on a project. Applicants who qualify for the plan would receive a tax rebate for five years on the taxes applicable to the new improvements made to the property.

For more information concerning the Nemaha County Neighborhood Revitalization Plan or to apply for the plan, please contact the County Appraiser at the Nemaha County Courthouse or at 785-336-2179.

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SCHOLARS BOWL Jays, Cardinals compete in JV Scholars Bowl matches and lost three matches. HERALD REPORT They defeated Hiawatha and Hor- ton, but lost to ACCHS, Marys- Twelve teams competed in the ville and Rock Creek. With the junior varsity Scholars Bowl meet three losses, the Bluejays were held Monday, Oct. 28, in Sabetha. unable to advance out of pool play. Twelve teams were divided In pool play, Wetmore won one into half and split into the Blue match — against Riverside — but Pool and White Pool. Teams in lost to Axtell, Holton, Jackson the Blue Pool were ACCHS, Hi- Heights and Nemaha Central. awatha, Horton, Marysville, Rock They were unable to advance out Creek and Sabetha. Teams in the of pool play. White Pool were Axtell, Holton, The top four places overall were Jackson Heights, Nemaha Central, Rock Creek, first; Marysville, sec- Riverside and Wetmore. ond, Axtell, third; and Jackson In pool play, Sabetha won two Heights, fourth.

SCHOOL ORGANIZATION Sabetha PTO Submitted by Sabetha PTO $56 raised at the volleyball game Members of the Kansas State Polytechnic Flight Team pose with their awards from the National Intercollegiate Flying Association Sabetha PTO met at the Sabetha and $107 at the football game. SAFECON Region VI competition. Pictured are FRONT ROW (L-R) Charles Weeks, Zak Kierstein, Logan Klein, team captain Marc Elementary School Library at 6 Taco Feed: Anita Meyer report- Hinnen, Johannes Seberger and Brandon Vu; BACK ROW (L-R) Caleb Strahm, Brent Koenigsman, Robert Weesner, Trey D’Amico, p.m. Monday, Oct. 7. In atten- ed the date is set for Friday, Feb. 7. Satoru Okada, Cole Thornberry and Charlie Rusco. Hinnen was awarded the Top Pilot honor at the National Intercollegiate dance were Principal Sara Toed- Classroom Enhancement Pro- Flying Association SAFECON Region VI competition and was the second-highest scoring contestant out of 80 participants. man, President Jennifer Ploeger, gram: Amber Deters is the lead Submitted Vice President Sami Boldra, for this. She has ordered and deliv- Treasurer Melissa Dornes, Sec- ered all of the items for this term. retary Hannah Dettwyler, Christa Landscape Maintenance: Our KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY Schuette, Anita Meyer, Miranda agreement is that we will maintain Young and Amber Lierz. (water, weed, trim) and anything Minutes and agenda were ap- beyond that we can use our bud- Caleb Strahm earns individual award, proved as read. Dornes read the get of $150 for. If we are needing Treasurer’s report. Dettwyler read to use capital outlay for anything all correspondence. above this budget, we need to get team placing at regional polytechnic competition New Business permission from the school prin- Principal Toedman reported cipals. Submitted Ten ground and flight events make up Japan, fifth in Unlimited Navigation. that SES is looking for someone Classroom Parties: Before the The flight team at Kansas State Univer- NIFA SAFECON. They range from partici- “This is such a close-knit group that truly with ideas for the outdoor kin- Fall Party, a reminder will be sity Polytechnic Campus is advancing to pants determining different types of aircrafts cares for one another. They push each other, dergarten play area. Last year, sent out to head room parents to nationals in the spring after placing second from ambiguous photos to attempting to encourage each other, and look out for one SES received an Appleseed grant ensure that all party games are in its region and earning several individual hit a ground target from the air to landing another,” said Julie Rowe, student program- for it, and having someone paint appropriate and safe for the kids. honors during an annual collegiate aviation a plane as close as possible to a specific line ming and career services coordinator at on the cemented area was written Also, we will remind parents of competition. painted on the runway. Kansas State Polytechnic who serves as the into said grant. Anyone interested the photo policy. Along with six other schools, the Kansas Other student members of the team, along team’s staff advisor. “While aviation is not in coming up with ideas and/or Spelling Bee: The bee is sched- State Polytechnic Flight Team attended Re- with individual placements if earned, were my specialty, you don’t have to be an expert painting it should contact Prin- uled for Friday, Dec. 13. Sheri gion VI of the National Intercollegiate Flying as follows: Marc Hinnen, junior, Edwards- to know they love what they do. It’s been cipal Toedman. Edelman has been in contact with Association Safety and Flight Evaluation ville, Top Pilot award, first in Traditional inspiring to watch how hard they work.” Old Business Principal Toedman and has sent Conference, also known as NIFA SAFECON. Navigation, second in Message Drop, second Along with competing annually, the flight President Ploeger reported that spelling lists out. Teachers should Conducted Oct. 16-19 at the Council Bluffs in Power-off Landing, fourth in Computer team uses its student organization as a way our Give to Grow annual fee is send their classroom winners to Municipal Airport in Council Bluffs, Iowa, Accuracy and fifth in Short Field Landing; to connect the community with aviation. only $1. The fund we have is not Toedman by Nov. 15. the competition consisted of both ground Brent Koenigsman, junior, Hays, 10th in Throughout the year, the team is a part of an aggressive type of fund so we Early Release Treats: Fourth and air events with participants having Power-off Landing and 10th in Short Field several campus events like Open House and would greatly benefit from find- graders are up next. Vice Presi- the opportunity to win individual awards Landing; Logan Klein, senior, Hesston; Trey Candy Canes and Airplanes, and conducts ing someone to pledge a match. dent Boldra will send email re- and receive team placings — which means D’Amico, junior, Leawood; Robert Weesner, two aviation camps for kids and one for high Treasurer Dornes will be looking minders out. a guaranteed spot at nationals for the top junior, Leawood, first in Traditional Navi- school students in the summer. These events through statements to find how Holiday Giving Trees: Kara three teams. gation, fourth in Short Field Landing, fifth also help raise money for the team’s expenses much has been donated in the past Tramp has started working on With a second-place overall finish, the in Power-off Landing, and seventh in Air- at regionals and nationals. so we can then share that informa- this and will have the trees out Kansas State Polytechnic Flight Team will craft Recognition; Johannes Seberger, fresh- The other colleges competing at NIFA tion with potential donors. by Thanksgiving. compete nationally in May 2020. Addition- man, Shawnee, second in Message Drop; SAFECON’s Region VI were University Committee Reports Support Staff Appreciation: ally, Kansas State Polytechnic scored more Charlie Rusco, freshman, Topeka; and Cole of North Dakota, University of Nebraska Labels: Ploeger reported that This lunch is set for Friday, Nov. than 20 top 10 individual placings. Thornberry, senior, Troy, eighth in Unlim- Omaha, University of Central Missouri, St. for September, Best Choice La- 8. Sign-ups will be sent out on Caleb Strahm of Sabetha, a senior, is a ited Navigation; Zak Kierstein, senior, Erie, Louis University-Parks College, University bels brought in $75 and Box Tops Oct. 23. member of the team and also individu- Colo., third in Simulated Comprehensive of Dubuque and Minnesota State University raised $100.70, $21.40 of which The next PTO meeting will be ally placed in events as follows: fourth in Aircraft Navigation; Charles Weeks, sopho- - Mankato. was done using the new app. held at 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, at Simulated Comprehensive Aircraft Naviga- more, Woodstock, Ga., eighth in Short Field For more information on the flight team, Ploeger also showed the members the Sabetha Elementary School tion, fifth in Unlimited Navigation, ninth Landing and eighth in Unlimited Naviga- including sponsorship, contact Rowe at 785- how to scan receipts using the app. Library. in Computer Accuracy and ninth in Short tion; and Brandon Vu, sophomore, Johnston, 826-2971 or [email protected]. She will share more detailed app The meeting adjourned at 6:40 Field Landing. Iowa; and Satoru Okada, junior, Yokohama, instructions via Facebook. p.m. Cake Raffles: Ploeger reported

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LUNCH ENTERTAINMENT 15TH ANNUAL NEMAHA COUNTY 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Thursday, Nov. 7 - Sandy Matney, piano Friday, Nov. 8 - Sarah Scoby, cello Pheasants Forever Banquet Saturday, Nov. 9 - Phil Figgs/Linda Lehman, piano Saturday, November 23 6:00 - Social Hour 7:00 - Dinner Try our White Chocolate Peppermint Martini 8:00 - Benefit Auction & Raffles BERN COMMUNITY BUILDING - BERN, KS Furniture Co. & Wine Lounge 114 N. 11th St., Sabetha | 785-300-1720 Email [email protected] for a registration form. Store hours:Tues. - Fri., 8 am - 5 pm, Sat., 8 am - 3 pm Registration is preferred but not required to attend. Wine Lounge: Tues. - Thurs., 4 -10 pm, Fri. - Sat., 10 am -12:30 am All registrations received by November 16th will be entered in the early bird drawing. school&youth sabethaherald.com | The Sabetha Herald | November 6, 2019 5B

ARC WILD Story contest winner receives free ‘Wild’ party

Trick-or-treaters from Sabetha Community Preschool come into The Sabetha Herald office on Wednesday, October 30, while trick-or-treating on Main Street. Pictured are FRONT ROW (L-R) Maddie Glick, Dominic Goodpasture, Benit McClain, Charli Enneking, Elijah O’Brien and Cash Rebant; BACK ROW (L-R) Journie Bowers, Ruger Clements, Henley Strahm and Delaney Boldra. Heather Stewart | Herald

Trick-or-treaters from Sabetha Community Preschool come into The Sabetha Herald office on Thursday, October 31, while trick-or-treating on Main Street. Pictured are FRONT ROW (L- R) Kaden Turner, Isaiah Deters, Leo Lierz, Hadley Gossens, Emery Hulsing, Archie Keim and Charli Enneking; BACK ROW (L-R) Journie Bowers, Benit McClain and Sutton Clements. Erin Herrmann | Herald Ghosts, jack-o-lanterns Upon winning the ARC Wild story contest last month, owner Sherri McNary gifted Zoë Coughlin a wonderful ARC Wild party. She got to invite some friends and they had a great time learning about opposums with Lily and great horned owls with Rafiki. Submitted | Daniel and Tamra Coughlin and flamingos, oh my!

SCHOOL ORGANIZATION United 4 Youth Countywide Submitted by United 4 Youth sponsor. Miss Kansas will also be The United 4 Youth County- presenting in the spring. wide board met for their regular The board approved last monthly meeting on Wednesday, month’s minutes and the trea- Oct. 9, at Wetmore Academic surer’s report. Center. Present for the meeting Holthaus reported about the were Sarah Kramer, Brianna Gru- conference she attended. She said ber, Jason Drahota, Tina Zartman, she was impacted by information Celene Holthaus, Ashley Snyder from the keynote speaker. PAX and Scott Anson. is the curriculum that she is in- Submitted | Daniel and Tamra Coughlin Submitted | Daniel and Tamra Coughlin SADD sponsor Staci Honas terested in pursuing. The board talked about what they have been discussed sending kids to Yellow doing for anti-bullying. They are Ribbon in Colorado, instead of looking forward to red ribbon Nationals. month. Honas said she would like Officer Helm invited Holthaus more of an impact on anti-vaping. to go to mass casualty training. Faculty and students need to be She attended capacity training in educated more. There were three Lawrence, and picked up a few students in attendance with the things since this is her second time attending. How are we The board is looking forward to Talk They Hear You, It Matters, and Family Day campaigns com- Questions? ? ing up this November. Concerns? The Give to Grow event will be Compliments? at 919 Main Street in Sabetha on Friday, Nov. 29. We have match- Don’t hesitate to contact us! Email: [email protected] ing funds for any donors, and the Phone: 785-284-3300 board is planning to set up a booth In Person: 1024 Main Street, Sabetha for the event.

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EMPLOYMENT HELP WANTED IMMEDIATE OPENING Hiawatha Community Hospital Seeking full-time SABETHA BUS DRIVER Hiawatha Community Hospital is looking for new members to join Prairie Hills USD 113 is accepting applications for a route bus driver the team! Applicants must be team players and possess good com- employee for fall at Sabetha for the 2019/20 school year. CDL and health assessment munication skills. Competitive wages and benefits are offered. is required. Costs to obtain CDL will be paid for by the district. Drug pipe installation. testing will be required. Full Time/Part Time Registered Nurses- OB Department Interested applicants may obtain an application form at the Board OB- Day and Night Shift Positions consist of 12 hour shifts with a weekend Call Alice at of Education office, 1619 S. Old Hwy 75, Sabetha, KS 66534; working rotation. Call responsibilities are required. Shifts run from 6:00 phone at 785-284-2175; or online at www.USD113.org. am to 6:00 pm and 6:00 pm. to 6:00 am. Prior OB experience is preferred, 785-285-0419 USD 113 IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. however all applicants will be considered. Position offers opportunities to further education in lactation management and childbirth education. Full Time Surgical Scrub Technologist – Surgery Department Position open at Nemaha County Training Center Day position consists of 4 – 10 hour shift or 5 – 8 hour shift per week. Call responsibilities are required. Graduation from accredited Surgical HEALTH SERVICES COORDINATOR Tech Program is preferred. Applicants will have sufficient in-service TELLER 40 hours per week. May include some evening and weekend and orientation regarding Central Sterilization and OR/PAR Policies and hours. Hours may fluctuate due to individual/program needs. Local bank is currently seeking Procedures before starting to work independently. 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WEEKLY RECIPE H Chocolate Coffee E C R O SS SS WW OO RR DD SS Bean Cookies A from the kitchen of Kortney Plattner L 2 teaspoons instant coffee crystals 2 tablespoons milk D 3/4 cup butter, softened 3 ounces cream cheese, softened 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed 1 teaspoon vanilla INGREDIENTS 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons dark cocoa 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chocolate chunks 1 teaspoon shortening

Combine the coffee crystals and milk. Stir until the coffee crystals dissolve. Set aside. In a large mixing bowl, mix butter and cream cheese until well blended. Add brown sugar, vanilla, and milk-coffee mix to the butter mixture. Stir until well combined. Add flour and cocoa and stir until blended. Cover and chill for one hour, or until dough is firm and easy to handle.

INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Shape dough into 1 inch ovals. Press a notch in each cookie with a chopstick (or something similar) so that it resembles a coffee bean. Place cookies one inch apart on baking sheets with parchment paper. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes or until edges are firm. Cool on wire rack. To prep chocolate for dipping, melt Kortney included these in her chips together with shortening in a small bowl in the microwave. Dip cookies one at a time until about 1/3 to CLUES ACROSS CLUES DOWN Hawaiian-themed Commissioner’s Cookie Jar 1/2 covered, and place on wax paper or freezer paper for the Nemaha County Fair. to set. To speed chocolate set, place dipped cookies in 1. Shelter for pigeons 1. Reciprocal of sine a cool area or in the refrigerator. 5. Popular lit genre __-fi 2. Political organization 8. Used to harvest agave 3. Defunct funk record 11. Wintertime accessory label 13. “Gandalf” actor 4. Geological times McKellen 5. One who drinks slowly 14. Taxis 6. Nightclub 15. Political plot entertainment 16. Public television 7. Establish in one’s mind 17. Nigerian ethnic group 8. Restaurants 18. Informal loan clubs 9. Off-Broadway theater Sudoku 20. “Wheel of Fortune” award Fun By The Numbers host 10. Requests 21. C C C 12. You don’t watch to Here’s How It Works: Sudoku 22. North, South and catch it puzzles are formatted as a Central make them up 14. Intestinal pouches 9x9 grid broken down into nine 25. In an early way 19. Satisfy 30. Lied down in rest 23. Wet dirt 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, 31. Female hip-hop trio 24. Regularly repeated the numbers 1 through 9 must 32. Improves 25. Before fill each row, column and box. 33. Genus of mackerel 26. The color of sharks Valentine’s Day Each number can appear only 38. Electronic 27. Indicates near once in each row, column and countermeasures 28. Bon __: witty remark box. You can figure out the 41. Emerging 29. One’s holdings 43. Balkan body of water 34. Request order in which the number will 45. A type of delivery 35. Prefix meaning “badly” appear by using the numeric 47. Ancient kingdom near 36. Midway between north clues already provided in the Dead Sea and northeast 49. Title given to a monk 37. Ottoman military title boxes. The more numbers 50. Partner to “oohed” 39. Teased you name, the easier it gets to 55. “Luther” actor Idris 40. Happily solve the puzzle. 56. Supporting pin 41. Pie _ __ mode (nautical) 42. Mars crater 57. Golden peas plant 44. Sports TV personality 59. One point north of 45. Taxi driver northeast 46. Abba __, Israeli 60. Unit of measurement politician 61. Where clothes hang 47. The sick are ALLEGORY 62. Opposite of night sometimes on it ALLITERATION 63. A way to change color 48. Relating to olives ANTAGONIST 64. Korean independence 51. Swiss river ASSONANCE proponent Syngman 52. Grayish white CHARACTER 53. A way to engrave CLIMAX 54. Where Coach K. works CONFLICT 58. Midway between CONNOTATION south and southeast CONVENTION DENOTATION DENOUEMENT DIALOG EXPOSITION FICTION FIGURATIVE FORESHADOWING HYPERBOLE IMAGERY IRONY METAPHOR METONYMY NARRATION PARODY PLOT