SALUTE INSIDE HOLTON, KANSAS Hometown of Fall Sports Steven & Mary Team Richardson Holton Recorder subscribers Previews! for 48 years. C Ser ing the Jackson ounty ommunity for years See pages 6 & 7. Volume 152, Issue 66 HOLTON, KANSAS • Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2019 14 Pages $1.00 New parking lot OK’d for HES By David Powls 54-stall parking lot options The Holton school board and add-ons in the same vi- here Monday evening gave the cinity when the bids came in OK to proceed with a plan to at about $400,000, which was build a small concrete parking higher than the engineer’s es- lot addition to accommodate timate. 14 angle parking stalls along Projects that cost less than Dakota Avenue across the $20,000 are not required to street west of Holton Elemen- be advertised for bid, it was tary School at a price not to noted. exceed $20,000. Inspection recently of the Mike Porter, district main- heating and cooling improve- tenance director, said Eisen- ment work performed over barth Construction of Holton the summer at the high school will build the parking lot ad- revealed some problems with dition (five-inch concrete with hot and cold piping not prop- rebar). The project does not erly tagged, along with some include any sidewalk or curb- second floor condensation pip- ing, it was reported. Porter ing that got plugged up, caus- said parking bumpers will be ing some water to drip through placed at the end of each park- two second floor classroom ing stall. ceilings and onto tile floor and Some gravel will also be laid carpeting. down at the north and west Monday evening, it was re- end of Dakota on Sixth Street ported, only two of the nine AC for any extra overflow park- units were working at the high ing needs in the area, it was school with classes scheduled reported. to start today (Wednesday). Earlier, the school board rejected bids for a couple of Continued to Page 14 Brat Day State to collect sales tax planned from all remote retailers All online and remote retail- revenues to the state starting in ers that sell products or services October. Friday to Kansans will be required to The KDOR notice cited a Johnsonville of Holton will collect and remit state sales and U.S. Supreme Court decision host a Brat Day from noon to from June 2018 where the court 1 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 16, on use taxes starting Oct. 1, ac- cording to the Kansas Depart- overturned a requirement that a the east side of the Jackson seller must have a physical pres- County Courthouse, it was ment of Revenue. reported. The KDOR plans to enforce ence in a state before that state Proceeds from the lunch its sales and use tax collection can require the remote seller to will benefit the Jackson requirements “to the fullest ex- collect that state’s sales or use County Kid’s Closet, the tent permitted by law,” accord- tax. Jackson County Food Pantry ing to a KDOR notice issued A remote seller is any retail- and Thrive Jackson County. earlier this month. er who sells tangible personal The lunch will include a The KDOR, which is head- property and/or services into a brat, chips and a bottle of wa- ed by Mark Burghart, has re- state where it does not have a ter for $5. Single brats will be physical address. sold for $3, it was reported. ported that any “remote seller” From left to right in the top photo, Ken Glennon, Vanessa Ogden, Callie Hoobler, that does business with Kansas Remote sellers, no matter the Local Johnsonville represen- size of their business, must register Sandy Blumer and Samantha Stout served up pulled pork sandwiches with all the tatives said they hope to make residents must register with the trimmings during GNBank’s annual community appreciation dinner Friday evening on the Brat Day an annual event. KDOR, collect state and lo- the Jackson County Courtyard. Glennon said about 400 dinners were served that af- cal sales taxes and forward the Continued to Page 14 ternoon. The dinner was held in conjunction with Cruise Night, which drew a variety of classic vehicles to the Courtyard that evening. Photos by Brian Sanders Projected enrollment numbers down at Jackson Heights Elementary By Brian Sanders starts on Thursday. I’ve had since I’ve been here.” Preliminary enrollment totals Witte said the preliminary Student counts for 2018- in the Jackson Heights school enrollment total at the 19 were 42 in pre-K, 28 in district will likely be down elementary school was 220, kindergarten, 33 in first grade, significantly from last year’s down from last year’s student 20 in second grade, 27 in third totals, mainly due to a drop count of 245, but so far, “two grade, 24 in fourth grade, 36 in in elementary enrollment, the kids haven’t enrolled yet” and fifth grade, 35 in sixth grade, 20 USD 335 Board of Education another student’s enrollment in seventh grade, 23 in eighth learned during its regular status was not confirmed, so the grade, 36 high school freshmen, monthly meeting on Monday. total number would likely be 22 sophomores, 32 juniors and Middle and High School 217 on the first day of school. 31 seniors. Principal Darren Shupe and At the middle and high The preliminary counts for Elementary Principal Cody school, Shupe said the middle 2019-20, according to numbers Witte provided board members school total of 55 students, up given by Shupe and Witte, were with preliminary totals, and from last year’s total of 43, was 39 in pre-K, 19 in kindergarten, while Shupe noted a minor attributed to “that big class of 23 in first grade, 30 in second increase at his school, the seventh-graders coming in.” grade, 21 in third grade, 28 in numbers provided by Witte The preliminary high school fourth grade, 26 in fifth grade, showed a significant decrease total of 110, down from last 34 in sixth grade, 36 in seventh in the projected number of year’s 121, was “probably the Continued to Page 14 students coming in when school smallest high school number Irene Cowger (center) of Holton created this quilt that earned her reserve grand champion honors at this year’s Jackson County Fair. The 103-year-old Cowger has donated the quilt to the Holton Community Hospital Auxiliary for a fund-raising drawing to be held at the auxiliary’s soup luncheon in October. RV B.O.E. approves purchase of Shown with Cowger are “distant relation” Marilyn Spiker, at left, who helped Cowger with the quilt, and auxiliary president Diane Gross, at right. intercom overlay system, used bus Photo by Brian Sanders By Ali Holcomb specific alerts for specific situ- fidence that communication The purchase of a new inter- ations, which could also in- will occur during the event of com overlay system for Royal clude giving students certain an actual crisis.” Cowger donates quilt for Valley schools was approved instructions on what to do. Davis said that several area during the board of education’s “In the event of an actual districts, including McLouth, meeting Monday evening in crisis situation, the system can Atchison and Nemaha Central, HCH Auxiliary drawing order to improve communica- shut down access to the con- have or are getting the same tion within the buildings in the trolled doors and call law en- system installed in their school By Brian Sanders hold a fund-raising drawing Hospital until the auxiliary’s event of an emergency or a cri- forcement just by hitting one buildings. At age 103, Holton for the quilt at its upcoming fall soup luncheon, scheduled sis drill. button,” he said. “It makes it Also during the meeting, the resident Irene Cowger can still soup lunch in October, it was for Wednesday, Oct. 23. The board approved the a lot easier for a secretary or board of education accepted a quilt with the best of them, as reported. Tickets for the quilt will be purchase of TeleCenter U in- administrator handling a cri- bid of $40,104 from Midwest evidenced by her latest cre “This will be the second one available at the hospital’s front tercom overlays at a cost of sis situation. And if you have Transit of Kansas City for a ation, an eight-foot-by-eight- I’ve donated to the hospital,” desk starting Thursday, Gross $46,921 from All Systems of to leave the building and you 2015 International Cummins foot quilt that recently earned Cowger said as hospital said. Kansas City under the recom- don’t have time to hit that but- 71-passenger school bus for her reserve grand champion auxiliary president Diane Cowger, who was born mendation of Superintendent ton, administrators can turn on the district. The price includes honors at the Jackson County Gross admired Cowger’s in rural Jackson County Aaric Davis. an alert from an app on their a $17,000 trade in, Davis said. Fair. hand-crafted quilt blocks — near Soldier, said she began “There’s been some confu- smart phone.” The other bid submitted by “I don’t know how long it all done by hand. quilting when she was “about sion on communication during Davis called the overlays Kansas Truck of Wichita was took me to do that,” Cowger “I can just see whoever 17 or 18,” getting started on these drills,” Davis said. “We a “smarter brain” for the dis- $41,764 and did not meet bid said of the queen-sized quilt. gets this quilt getting it out at her first quilt shortly after don’t have a specific notifica- trict’s current intercom sys- specifications, it was reported. “There’s a lot of handiwork Christmas time. The colors graduating from high school. tion system for when there is tem. In other business, the board: involved.” and everything are so pretty,” “I just started piecing one an intruder in the building or “I think it’s a good move,” This particular quilt, like Gross said. “Whoever wins together by hand. It didn’t if a school is placed in a modi- he said. “It improves our con- Continued to Page 9 many that Cowger has crafted this, I can’t imagine them not get finished until after I was fied lockdown.” in her 85 years of quilting, will loving having something like married,” she said with a The overlays will work with be given away — specifically, this.” laugh. THURSDAY’S FORECAST to the Holton Community The quilt will be on display the district’s current intercom Continued to Page 14 system, and Davis or another CLOUDY & RAINY, HIGH OF 83 Hospital Auxiliary, which will at Holton Community administrator could record Look for the complete forecast on page 2.
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HOLTON RECORDER, WEDNESDAY, AUG. 14, 2019, PAGE 2 Today’s Weather Forecast Sponsored By: PAY CASH DISTRICT COURT NEWS AND SAVE Limited Civil Community HealthCare Sys- court costs; granted judgment of N.A. vs. Sonja K. Willms, Dispositions tem Inc. vs. Danyel L. Monaghan $2,986.62 plus interest and court sought judgment of $2,111.18 3¢/GAL Rural Health Resources of Cameron and Asro Cameron II, costs. plus interest and court costs; sought judgment of $1,191.83 Capital One Bank (USA) dismissed. Jackson County vs. James H. 19075 US Hwy. 75, Holton • 785-364-2463 Belshe, sought judgment of plus interest and court costs; N.A. vs. Jon L. Seeley, sought Filed $911.25 plus interest and court granted judgment of $1,128.29 judgment of $8,324.20 plus in- Velocity Investments L.L.C. costs; granted. plus interest and court costs. terest and court costs; granted. vs. Donald E. Bohannon, seek- Rural Health Resources of Community HealthCare Sys- The Housing Authority of the ing judgment of $5,218.33 plus Jackson County vs. Frankie tem Inc. vs. Keith Mick and City of Holton, Kansas vs. Lau- interest and court costs. Bowen and Edwin A. Bowen, Kathy R. Mick, sought judg- ra M. Wilson, sought judgment Capital One Bank (USA) sought judgment of $727.35 ment of $4,795.25 plus interest of $597 plus interest, court costs N.A. vs. Robb Huyett, seeking plus interest and court costs; and court costs; granted. and possession of rental prem- judgment of $1,471.24 plus in- granted. Community HealthCare Sys- ises; granted. terest and court costs. Rural Health Resources tem Inc. vs. Paula G. Keating, Portfolio Recovery Associ- Southview Apartments of of Jackson County vs. Kevin sought judgment of $1,525.21 ates L.L.C. vs. Martin A. Hale, Holton L.L.C. vs. Charleen I. W. Caughron and Kristy K. plus interest and court costs; sought judgment of $4,597.66 Linder, seeking judgment of Caughron, sought judgment of granted. plus interest and court costs; $1,037.17 plus interest and court $181.82 plus interest and court Community HealthCare Sys- granted. costs. costs; granted. tem Inc. vs. Cheyenne Burks, Ruth Graham, conservator of Portfolio Recovery Associates Rural Health Resources sought judgment of $1,064.70 the estate of Henry Lee Hud- L.L.C. vs. Jonathan N. Seeley, of Jackson County vs. Kar- plus interest and court costs; dleston vs. Rickey Huddleston, seeking judgment of $2,711.74 lene Cote, sought judgment of granted. sought immediate possession of plus interest and court costs. $261.22 plus interest and court Community HealthCare Sys- rental premises plus court costs; Portfolio Recovery Associates costs; granted judgment of tem Inc. vs. Matthew D. Schu- dismissed. L.L.C. vs. Betsy A. Schirmer, $46.06 plus interest and court mann, sought judgment of $708 Ruth Graham, conservator of seeking judgment of $2,657.77 costs. plus interest and court costs; the estate of Henry Lee Hud- plus interest and court costs. Rural Health Resources granted. dleston vs. Angela Jackson, Southview Apartments of of Jackson County vs. Aaron Community HealthCare Sys- sought immediate possession of Holton L.L.C. vs. Derek T. Crismas, sought judgment of tem Inc. vs. Kathryn Roach and rental premises plus court costs; Garrison, seeking judgment of $294 plus interest and court Arthur Roach, sought judgment dismissed. $1,855.69 plus interest and court costs; granted judgment of $259 of $3,036.62 plus interest and Capital One Bank (USA) costs. plus interest and court costs. Rural Health Resources of Jackson County vs. Juan C. Diaz-Rivera and Maria J. Diaz, Topeka man pleads no contest sought judgment of $1,166.90 plus interest and court costs; granted. to child solicitation charge Rural Health Resources of Jackson County vs. Michael C. By Brian Sanders “off-grid felonies,” which nor- The original charges against Fearnow, sought judgment of A Topeka resident on Friday, mally carry life sentences. Woltje included one count each $1,091.84 plus interest and court Aug. 9 pleaded no contest to a Jackson County Attorney of rape, aggravated criminal costs; granted. reduced charge in connection Shawna Miller said the solici- sodomy and aggravated inde- Rural Health Resources of with alleged sex crimes involv- tation charge was a level 5 per- cent liberties with a child; the Jackson County vs. Brian Kesler ing a child that reportedly took son felony, which according to rape charge was later amended and Nicole Kesler, sought judg- place more than four years ago Kansas sentencing guidelines to a sodomy charge. ment of $1,463.78 plus interest in Holton, it was reported in has a sentencing range from Earlier this year, it was re- and court costs; granted. Jackson County District Court. 31 months (two years, seven ported that Woltje and Holton Rural Health Resources of Jamie M. Woltje, 29, agreed months) to 136 months (11 defense attorney J. Richard Lake Jackson County vs. Samuel to waive a preliminary hearing years, four months). had discussed a plea deal that A. Schafer, sought judgment on the original charges against The original charges stemmed would have seen the sodomy CAFÉ & GIFT SHOP of $441 plus interest and court him — two counts of aggravated from alleged sex crimes that charges dismissed by Miller. costs; granted. criminal sodomy and one count were believed to have taken But at a hearing in April, Woltje NEW HOURS & Rural Health Resources of of aggravated indecent liberties place with a child under the had “apparently… changed his OPEN SUNDAYS Jackson County vs. Michael with a child — and entered a no- age of 14 in Holton in March of mind and still wants a jury tri- Shinkle and Kim Shinkle, sought contest plea to a lesser charge of 2015. al,” Lake said. Order from FULL judgment of $440 plus interest aggravated indecent solicitation Woltje was arrested in July With the sodomy charges MENU or BUFFET and court costs; granted. of a child during a Friday morn- of 2018 by the U.S. Marshal’s reinstated, a three-day jury Rural Health Resources of ing hearing in district court. Task Force in Shawnee Coun trial had been scheduled to be- Sentencing is set for Friday, ty following a Jackson County gin Tuesday, Sept. 3 in district Sunday 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Jackson County vs. Nancy K. Lunch Buffet 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Hackler, sought judgment of Sept. 27. Sheriff’s Office investigation court. Friday’s plea effectively $1,211.20 plus interest and court All of the original charges into allegations of sex crimes took the trial out of setting, it Mon.-Thurs. 5:30 a.m.-6 p.m. against Woltje were listed as involving a minor child. was noted. costs; granted. 130 E 15th Lunch Buffet 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Rural Health Resources of Fri.-Sat. 5:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Jackson County vs. Robert Lee Horton, KS 66439 and Brandy Cochran, sought 785.486.6606 Breakfast Buffet 7 a.m.-10 a.m. judgment of $2,889.51 plus in- Delia council approves 2020 budget Lunch Buffet 11 a.m.-2 p.m. terest and court costs; granted Dinner Buffet 5 p.m.-8 p.m. judgment of $3,478.49 plus in- The Delia City Council a bid to complete the work. Back in open session, Scott terest and court costs. met on Aug. 5. Acting Council Shibler made a motion to accept made a motion to have the city Citibank N.A. vs. Jennifer President Molly Robb called the the bid, McCullough seconded clerk include a letter in this Murphy, sought judgment of meeting to order at 7:12 p.m. and the motion carried. Scott ab- month’s city bill regarding the $3,178.07 plus interest and court In addition, those present stained from voting. upcoming consistent implemen- costs; granted. were council members Evelyn Council members tabled sev- tation of the city’s current ordi- Capital One Bank (USA) N.A. Shibler, Dean Scott and Zacary eral items until next month, in- nance regarding the termination vs. Melanie Binkley, sought McCullough, Treasurer Nikki cluding selling the sand/dump of a customer’s water for non- judgment of $1,250.18 plus in- Dohrman, City Clerk Melody truck and back hoe, going for- payment. terest and court costs; granted Matyak and City Attorney Scott ward with G.A.S payment and New termination letters for judgment of $1,193.18 plus in- Hess. Not present was council survey, water tube repairs, the delinquent payment will be is- terest and court costs. member Denise Meltz. continuance of having a public sued at the beginning of Sep- Community HealthCare Sys- Matyak read the minutes from brush dump site and city ordi- tember. The motion was sec- tem Inc. vs. Jordynn E. Brown, the July meeting, and Shibler nances and resolutions. onded by McCullough and it sought judgment of $2,013.98 and Scott asked for some cleri- Matyak discussed the benefits carried. plus interest and court costs; cal corrections. Shibler moved to of being a member of the Kan- The meeting was adjourned granted. approve the minutes as amend- sas League of Municipalities. at 8:55 p.m. The next regular Community HealthCare Sys- ed. McCullough seconded the Membership would be from council meeting will be at 7 p.m. tem Inc. vs. Rita Neilson and motion and the motion carried. January to January. No decision on Sept. 9. All council meetings Russell Neilson, sought judg- Chance Stum gave an update was made. are open to the public. ment of $1,727.08 plus interest on the ditch work that has been Dohrman presented the cur- and court costs; granted judg- completed and other possible rent bills to be paid. Shibler ment of $1,602.08 plus interest ditch work. Stum also said he made a motion to pay them as Brown County and court costs. had the equipment to bid out presented, and Scott seconded. Community HealthCare Sys- spraying for mosquitoes if the The motion carried. officers check tem Inc. vs. Katie Montgomery, council members wanted him to. The council met in executive sought judgment of $568.77 No decision was made. session for 10 minutes to dis- plus interest and court costs; The city’s 2020 budget was cuss an employee matter. break-in, shots granted. presented by Dohrman and was Back in open session, Mc- discussed. A motion to sign the Cullough made a motion to have Recent incidents investigated 2020 budget documents as pre- the maintenance person provide by the Brown County Sheriff’s sented was made by Shibler, to the council a record of the Office included: seconded by McCullough and date, amount of time worked • At about 12:10 a.m. on Mon- then carried. and the description of the work day, Aug. 5, officers received a There was a discussion about completed at the end of each report of a possible break-in at a overgrown grass and weeds in month. This is to be completed property in Morrill. Following an yards, tree trimming, dogs run- going forward each month. This investigation, Steven Schler, 63, ning loose in the city and pot information will be given to the of Morrill was arrested on charg- holes. Also discussed was main- city clerk for retention. The mo- es of felony obstruction, posses- tenance and repair issues in the tion was seconded by Scott, and sion of methamphetamine, pos- city. All issues were tabled until it carried. session of marijuana, possession the next meeting. The council met in executive of drug paraphernalia and parole There was a discussion about again for five minutes to discuss violation. the city burn area. Stum offered an employee matter. • Sheriff’s officers received a 911 call at about 1:45 a.m. on July 31, in which shots were re- Mission Statement: “We serve and enhance the lives of others with caring hands.” ported fired within the Robinson city limits. Following an inves- 100% Employee tigation, Nicholas Juarez, 30, of Owned Company! Robinson was arrested on charges 4-Star of criminal discharge of a firearm Facility and disorderly conduct.
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HOLTON RECORDER, WEDNESDAY, AUG. 14, 2019, PAGE 3 County Commission Policy to help residents dispose of brush from storms discussed By Ali Holcomb drain tile using county equipment responsibility works when phone The Jackson County and labor. towers are placed on and leased Commissioners are looking into Later in the meeting, Dan from a resident’s property. creating a policy that would help Barnett, road and bridge director, * Discussed the 2020 budget county residents dispose of fallen agreed that installing an exterior with Jackson County Clerk tree limbs and brush after a large drain tile would be a good Kathy Mick. storm. solution and that his department * Met in executive session for During a recent commission had some tubes that could be 15 minutes to discuss a personnel meeting, Scott Kieffaber, noxious used. matter. No action was taken back weed and environmental services In other business, according to in open session. A total of 240 children attended the 18th annual Jackson County Sheriff’s Day Camp director, gave a report on a state the approved minutes from July * Received a letter from held last Thursday and Friday at Banner Creek Reservoir. In the photo above, camper inspection of the county landfill. 22, the commission: Robert Hamilton, the NEK Makenna Hedrick is shown paddling a small kayak on the reservoir. The kids rotated Kieffaber said he learned that * Learned from Barnett that law enforcement liaison for through a variety of activities during both days of the camp. Photo by Ali Holcomb the landfill is permitted to burn his crew is still patching chip- the Kansas Department of brush and trees and that the and-seal roads. Transportation, commending landfill can be covered with dirt Zwonitzer reported a road Jackson County Sheriff Tim two times per year. concern on M Road south of Morse and the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office hosts annual day camp Commission Chairperson Kansas Highway 16. Sheriff’s Office for keeping The Jackson County trucks, ambulance, law enforce- Wildlife Parks and Tourism, Janet Zwonitzer said that she * Met with Lu Griffiths, Banner the traffic controlled during the Sheriff’s Office hosted itsth 18 ment vehicles and an armored Kansas Highway Patrol, would like the landfill to accept Creek Reservoir director, who increased travel on the highways annual Sheriff’s Day Camp last swat truck. Shawnee County Sheriff’s brush from county residents, for requested permission for Holton due to flooding in Missouri and Thursday and Friday at Banner Emergency responders dem- Office Swat Team, Potawatomi free, after a storm. Community Hospital to hold a Nebraska. Hamilton also thanked Creek Reservoir. onstrated their equipment and Tribal Fire Department, City Zwonitzer suggested that the 5K fund-raiser at the reservoir the commissioners for supporting A total of 240 kids attended techniques, and there was also of Holton, Holton Police fee be waived for four weeks on Sept. 21. The commissioners Sheriff Morse and his office. this year’s camp, said Jackson a Kansas Highway Patrol heli- Department, Holton Fire after a storm event. approved the request. * Signed a request and petition County Sheriff Tim Morse. copter landing and demonstra- Department, Banner Creek The commissioners agreed to Griffiths reported that to allow CenturyLink to occupy “The Sheriff’s Day Camp tion. Observatory and Science discuss creating such a policy installing nine new electrical a county right-of-way to install a has been successful in building Kids also were able to partici- Center, Honey Do’s Septic Tank with County Counselor Alex pedestals at a campground would fiber optic cable and pole boxes strong bonds and lasting rela- pate in archery, swimming, ca- and Drain, Walmart, Roush and Belveal at a later date and to keep cost an estimated $15,000. at various locations in the county. tionships between the law en- noeing, paddle boats, fishing, a Son’s Towing and Recovery, Kieffaber informed. Two mountain bikes are now * Signed payroll changes forcement community and the hay rack ride, several inflatable LLC, Circleville Christian Kieffaber reported more available to rent for use on the notices for Kenny Teal and Brock youths of our county,” Sheriff obstacle courses, a water slide, Church, Jackson County water issues and flooding into reservoir’s trails, it was reported. Curtis (new seasonal road and Morse said. “Day camp pro- a demonstration at the Banner Democrats, City of Onaga the recycling and noxious weed The bikes can be rented at the bridge employees), Elizabeth vides a positive encounter with Creek Observatory and Science Swimming Pool, Shawnee building. Commissioner Ed rental shack at a cost of $5 for an Rostetter (temporary part-time kids and cops. Unfortunately, Center and a program by the County Parks and Recreation, Kathrens suggested installing a hour or $8 for two hours. elderly services employee), kids sometimes encounter law Department of Wildlife, Parks Bikers Against Child Abuse * Met with county resident Matt Honas (promotion at enforcement during very dif- and Tourism animal and fishing and many volunteers and the Walt Wells who requested a the sheriff’s office), Mandy ficult times way too often. Day program. men and women of the Jackson PBP Menu tube extension at his property. Dishong (resignation at the camp has been extremely ben- Numerous volunteers, in- County Sheriff’s Office. The commissioners told him sheriff’s office) and Ryan Clark eficial allowing kids to see cops cluding some elected and local Johnsonville of Holton pre- Meals at the Prairie Band Po- to contact the road and bridge (new full-time hire at the sheriff’s as real people who are con- governmental officials, assisted pared lunch for the campers, tawatomi Elder Center are served department. office). cerned about their safety.” with the camp, including: volunteers and supporters on from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., * Met with Jackson County * Adjourned the meeting at 4:30 The camp featured a variety The Jackson County Thursday. Monday through Friday. The Appraiser Jason Claycamp who p.m. All three commissioners of activities, including an emer- Commissioners, Banner Creek The 2020 Sheriff’s Day Camp menu is subject to change. outlined how zoning and tax were present. gency vehicle demonstration Reservoir staff, Jackson County will be held Aug. 6 and 7 at the Reservations are required if you and display that featured fire EMS, Kansas Department of reservoir. are in a large group. The center is located on K Road, about one- half mile south of 158th Road. For Holton Senior Menu more information about the pro- gram, call (785) 966-8091. It may be HOT now, eservations for Jackson cellations must be made by beef, mashed potatoes, cooked Menus listed for the week of but winter will come! R 9:30 a.m. same day. carrots, melon cup and bread Monday, Aug. 19 through Friday, Countians 60 years and older Aug. 23 are as follows: and their spouses wishing to Reservations and cancella- and margarine. Call our office for tions may be made through Wednesday, Aug. 21: Ca- Monday, Aug. 19: Corn dog, eat lunches under the Title III- potato wedge, yogurt and fruit. winter contract pricing! C Nutrition program may be the Senior Citizens Office or vatini, green beans, mandarin by calling (785) 364-3571. oranges, cookie and French Tuesday, Aug. 20: Hamburger Accepting new customers! made daily Monday through gravy, boiled potato, broccoli and Friday. Menus listed for the week bread. Contract set-up is hassle-free. Thursday, Aug. 22: Ham- fruit. Reservations are to be made of Monday, Aug. 19 through Wednesday, Aug. 21: Grilled through the Jackson County Friday, Aug. 23 are as follows: loaf, scalloped potatoes, win- chicken sandwich, Mediterranean Monday, Aug. 19: Chef ter vegetables, peaches in We fill and Senior Citizens Office on a blend, fruit and roasted potato. certify 20# first come, first serve basis. salad, ham and cheese, cot- jello and bread and margarine. Thursday, Aug. 22: Vegetable tage cheese with peppers and Friday, Aug. 23: Chicken cylinders for Same day reservations will be soup, biscuit, tomato, cucumber only $20! Locally Owned accepted from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. tomatoes, fruit cup and crack- and noodles, mashed potatoes, and fruit. only if reservations are not ers. cooked carrots, tropical fruit Friday, Aug. 23: Smorgas- 364-3711 • 21786 Q Rd., Holton filled the previous day. - Can Tuesday, Aug. 20: Roast and hot roll and margarine. bord. HOLTON______RECORDER, WEDNESDAY, AUG. 14, 2019, PAGE 4 OPINION Best of luck to all for a great new school year! Best of luck to all of our productive school year! students, teachers and admin- The school success of kids, istrators for a great school of course, starts at home as year! parents are kids’ first teach- Watching our one-year-old ers and role models. grandson Paxton learn how It’s easy to forget that little to stack little plastic blocks pitchers have big ears (and (after he knocks them over), big eyes) but just try to re- make musical sounds with member that little Johnny one finger at a time on a tap-a- and Betty are soaking up ev- tune piano and ukulele, learn erything they can learn from how to play with a farm toy you – without even really set and seeing the excitement knowing it on a cognitive in his eyes when we read the level! “Brown Bear, Brown Bear, In our public schools, kids What Do you See?’’ picture learn to read, write and do book again and again, has arithmetic – among many given me a renewed under- other things – and they also standing that babies, tod- learn how to interact socially dlers and little kids really with their peers, kids of other are learning something new ages and adults. Federal government appealing district from parents, grandparents, It takes a village to help our Watch out siblings and others all day, youth grow up to be produc- every day. tive and happy adults and the for food court ruling on Obamacare fee case That information can’t be most important people in the The federal government must this was illegal, and the court That second lawsuit is likely to stressed enough! village are the parents and tampering repay Kansas more than $56 has agreed.” remain on hold while an appeal With that renewed un- the teachers! million for illegally collecting Federal District Judge Reed in the first suit is considered. derstanding of how little On another back to school By Nancy C. Nelson an Obamacare fee from the O’Connor ruled in March 2018 The federal government is note, remember to watch out Meadowlark Extension state over a three-year period, that the regulation mandating appealing the judgment, arguing ones are learning constantly District Agent the MCOs pass the cost of the that even if the fee was illegally comes a renewed acknowl- for kids darting between and a federal district court judge in Family Life Texas ruled recently. HIP fee through to the states collected, it is not liable to return edgement of the importance around parked cars. Local Food tampering is pun- was illegal. In August 2018, the illegally collected funds to motorists, slow down and In 2015, Kansas Attorney of all of our teachers in our ishable by law. Be a smart General Derek Schmidt and the judge ordered the federal the states. With the finalized public schools. watch out for school kids shopper and report any is- five other states sued the federal government to return to the judgment, the federal gov Classes started up again this who may be crossing streets sues. government, arguing that the states the money it had illegally ernment is ordered to return the week and we want to wish as they walk to and from If you see something, Health Insurance Provider (HIP) collected. money to Kansas, but that order all of our students, teachers school each weekday. say something. That state- Fee — one of the numerous Since then, the states and the is stayed temporarily while the and administrators the best David Powls ment holds true for many taxes and fees imposed by federal government have been court considers whether to give of luck for a successful and situations, including food the Affordable Care Act, or in discussions about the amount the federal government time to tamper- “Obamacare” — was being of money at issue. For Kansas, appeal before it must pay. ing. We illegally collected from their the court originally identified “We will now shift our Letter to the editor------live in state treasuries. more than $142 million in total attention to preserving our Dear editor, A ripple of fear has spread a world Federal statute expressly payments illegally collected, but judgment on appeal,” Schmidt In 30 seconds, Dayton, Ohio’s across the nation. It is clear t h a t prohibits the imposition of a portion of that was paid by the said. “The federal government murderous shooter killed nine that a mass shooting can hap- c a u s e s the HIP fee on states. But in state with federal funds. continues to fight our claim to innocent people, wounded 30 pen anytime, anywhere and that us to be states like Kansas that contract The $56,555,998 now entered recover these illegally collected more people and shot more than anyone can be a victim. That is m o r e with private managed care in final judgment for Kansas is funds, so Kansas cannot yet 40 rounds before being shot terrorism. cautious organizations (MCOs) to operate the net amount paid from state count on this money being avail dead by police. So, why do we need guns that in our their Medicaid programs, the taxpayer funds over the three- able.” The victims include: are designed to rapidly kill a lot d a i l y federal government imposed the year period for fee years 2014- The federal government’s • Lois Oglesby, 27, mother of of people? The Dayton shooter routines. fee on the MCOs, then adopted 2016. The federal government appeal will be heard in the 5th two and a nurse’s aide. had a magazine that could hold In this buyer beware a regulation requiring the MCOs has agreed not to challenge the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals • Logan Turner, 30. 200 bullets that are designed to world, here are some tips to pass the cost of the HIP fee amount of money to be returned in New Orleans, La. In addition • Nicholas Cumer, 25, who cause maximum damage. It was when grocery shopping. through to the state. to Kansas under the judgment to Kansas, the states that would have graduated in two fortunate that the police were • Carefully examine all “As we’ve argued from but will appeal whether the brought this lawsuit are Texas, weeks. near enough to stop the Dayton food product packaging. the beginning of this case, payment must be made at all. Indiana, Louisiana, Nebraska • Thomas McNicholas, 25, fa- shooter in 30 seconds, or there Be aware of the normal the two-step HIP Fee scheme The federal government and Wisconsin. The finalized ther of four. would have been many more appearance of food con- illegally taxes treasuries in suspended collection of the fee judgment requires the federal • Derrick Fudge, 57. dead and wounded. tainers. That way you’ll states like Kansas to pay for in fee year 2017. Kansas filed government to return more than • Beatrice N. Warren-Curtis, I can’t tell you why some be more likely to notice if federal expenditures, and the a second lawsuit challenging $479 million to the six states 36. people feel like they can’t live an outer seal or wrapper is unlawfully collected amounts collection of the fee for fee year that brought the lawsuit. • Monica E. Brickhouse, 39. without these kinds of weapons, missing. Compare a sus- must be returned to the states,” 2018, and that remains pending • Saceed Saleh, 38. but I can tell you that Dayton pect container with others Schmidt said. “We’ve thought in federal district court in Texas. • Megan Betts, 22, sister of and El Paso won’t be the last on the shelf. the shooter and one of his first mass shootings. • Check any anti-tam- Alice Johnson pering devices on packag- victims. Effingham Thirty seconds of carnage: a ing. Make sure the plastic Signup under way for Market life-altering experience that will seal around the outside of last through eternity. Millions of a container is intact or that tears shed at 10 funerals and af- the safety button on the Facilitation Program for farmers lid of a jar is down. terwards, marriages that won’t Signup has opened for the sesame seed, small and large the second and third tranches happen, children that won’t be Letter to • Don’t purchase prod- chickpeas, sorghum, soybeans, evaluated as market conditions ucts if the packaging is Market Facilitation Program born, grandchildren that won’t (MFP), a U.S. Department of sunflower seed, temperate and trade opportunities dictate. be held. Empty chairs at family the editor open, torn, or damaged. japonica rice, triticale, upland If conditions warrant, the second This includes products on Agriculture (USDA) program dinners, special occasions and Dear editor, to assist farmers who continue cotton and wheat. and third tranches will be made Christmases. the shelf or in the refrig- MFP assistance for 2019 in November and early January. I have been meaning to erator or freezer sections to suffer from damages because A lifetime of sorrow and of unjustified trade retaliation crops is based on a single MFP payments are limited heartbreak, especially for the commend you for your opin- of the grocery store. county payment rate multiplied to a combined $250,000 for ion piece that you wrote on • Don’t buy products from foreign nations. children who now have only one Through MFP, USDA will by a farm’s total plantings to the non-specialty crops per person parent, not to mention the finan- May 22 called “Breathe With that are damaged or that MFP-eligible crops in aggregate or legal entity. MFP payments look unusual. For ex- provide up to $14.5 billion in cial burden of funeral expenses. A Purpose.” direct payments to impacted in 2019. Those per acre payments are also limited to a combined Single-parent households are Your recap of the Holton ample, never purchase are not dependent on which of $250,000 for dairy and hog canned goods that are producers, part of a broader especially at risk of falling into High School senior speeches trade relief package announced those crops are planted in 2019. producers and a combined poverty. was very meaningful and the leaking or that bulge at A producer’s total payment-elig $250,000 for specialty crop the ends. Likewise, for in late July. The sign-up period Some of the 30 wounded may quotes you left for the gradu- runs through Dec. 6. ible plantings cannot exceed producers. However, no need several options, and some products that appear to total 2018 plantings. applicant can receive more than ates (and all of us) to live by have been thawed and “Our team at USDA reflected may never be healthy again. were very wisely chosen. on what worked well and Dairy and Hogs: Dairy $500,000. Suddenly, the families of the then refrozen. producers who were in business Eligible applicants must also I enjoy reading The Holton In Kansas, report any gathered feedback on last year’s dead, the wounded and their program to make this one even as of June 1, 2019, will receive have an average adjusted gross families and the others present Recorder. food problems at www. a per hundredweight payment income (AGI) for tax years Darlene Rake foodsafetykansas.org/. stronger and more effective for lost their sense of security and farmers. Our farmers work hard, on production history and hog 2015, 2016, and 2017 of less peace, maybe forever. Horton are the most productive in the producers will receive a payment than $900,000, or 75 percent world, and we aim to match their based on the number of live of the person’s or legal enti enthusiasm and patriotism as we hogs owned on a day selected ty’s average AGI for those tax support them,” said Agriculture by the producer between April 1 years must have been derived Letter to the editor------Secretary Sonny Perdue. and May 15, 2019. from farming and ranching. MFP payments will be Specialty Crops: MFP Applicants must also comply Dear editor, ing the overheating problem, a thermostat and coolant. made to producers of certain payments will also be made with the provisions of the I am a member of the Arab very nice lady offered my wife Upon our arrival back at the non-specialty and specialty to producers of almonds, Highly Erodible Land and Wet Shrine Topless Unit and have a chair to sit on. location of the car, the mechanic crops as well as dairy and hog cranberries, cultivated ginseng, land Conservation regulations. participated in the Holton pa- The young man mechanic and his friend had already re- producers. fresh grapes, fresh sweet cher More information can be rades for many years. suggested that we push the car moved the problem thermostat Non-Specialty Crops: MFP ries, hazelnuts, macadamia nuts, found on farmers.gov/mfp, On July 24, 2019 about half- up an alley a short distance to and then promptly installed the payments will be made to pecans, pistachios and walnuts. including payment information way through the parade, my a friend of his. Several people new thermostat. producers of alfalfa hay, barley, Each specialty crop will receive and a program application. 2004 Mustang convertible over- helped push the car. The me- I just want to say thank you canola, corn, crambe, dried a payment based on 2019 acres chanic and his friend diagnosed to all the super nice people who of fruit or nut bearing plants, or heated and I had to pull over to beans, dry peas, extra-long Thanks to the curb. the problem to be a thermostat. helped us. staple cotton, flaxseed, lentils, in the case of ginseng, based on Much to my surprise and A fellow Shriner arrived and Gary Pettijohn long grain and medium grain harvested acres in 2019. subscribing good luck, the car stopped right took my wife to a local restau- Topeka rice, millet, mustard seed, oats, Payments will be made in up to The Recorder! in front of a young man who rant and took me to a local car peanuts, rapeseed, rye, safflower, to three tranches (portions), with is a mechanic. While diagnos- parts store, where I purchased a THE HOLTON 11
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Moyer Ketter, 83, 95, Holton, died Tuesday, Aug. week steady to mixed, as feed- cattle were down $.72, Septem- Hog slaughter for the week August reports. of Sabetha, died on Sunday, 13, 2019, at Medicalodges Jack- ers pulled back a dollar or more ber was up $.22, August lean was estimated at 2,354,000 head, There has not been a spring Aug. 11, 2019, at her home son County. on Friday to hogs were up $2.75 and Octo- up 3,000 from the week previ- like this past one though where in Sabetha surrounded by her She was born Oct. 3, 1923, wipe out most ber was up $1.25. Boxed Beef, ous and up 13,000 compared to we are still talking acreage into family. in Ravanna, Mo., the daughter the of week’s Choice was up $1.64 at $216.37, a year ago. Pork production for August, let alone such wide es- Edith was born on Dec. 28, of Lyle Kenneth and Lucille B. gains. Cash Select was up $3.18 at $193.81 the week was estimated at 492.7 timates on yield potential from 1935, in Corning, the daugh- Hollingsworth Langford. feedlot trade and Pork Carcass Cutout was up million pounds, compared to crops so far variable and behind. ter of Eugene and Katherine Mrs. Pruitt was a homemaker this last week $3.80 at $90.44. 493.2 million the week previous USDA will be resurveying pro- Weller Moyer. She attended and housewife. was mostly Compared to last week, feeder and 487 million last year. Pork ducers on planted acreage as White Hall School, a country She married Lee Roy “Ar- steady, com- steers prices were uneven, rang- production year-to-date is up well as using updated FSA pre- schoolhouse near Corning. kie” Pruitt on April 14, 1940, pared to the ing from $2 lower in the South 3.9 percent from last year with vent plant data for this report. She went there until it closed. in Leon, Iowa. He died Dec. 16, previous Central region to $3.50 higher in slaughter up 3.3 percent. Thanks to Kansas Farm Bu- She then attended Centra- 2003. She was also preceded week. the North Central region. Feeder August live cattle broke lower reau, I will have the opportunity lia schools. Edith graduated in death by a son, Gary Pruitt; Texas heifers in both the South Central into a new recent low at $107.80 to sit in on the report briefing by from Centralia High School a grandson, Russell Pruitt; and and Kansas and North Central regions trend- last week but were able to re- USDA in D.C. on Monday morn- in 1953. She then attended two brothers, Lewis Franklin trade was at mostly $111 live ed mostly steady to $1 lower. bound and finish the week high- ing. Sorry, everyone, but no data Central Business College in and Robert Lee Langford. with Nebraska and Iowa trading Southeastern feeder steers and er. The next resistance level is up will be spilled early, though, as it Kansas City, Mo., and gradu- Survivors include a daugh steady to a shade weaker at $114 heifers traded $1 to $2 lower on near $109 with support at $104. is a very tight lockup procedure ated in 1954. ter-in-law, Mary Pruitt, To- to $115 live and $180 to $185 light offerings. August feeders also went into a — even cell phones are collected Edith worked from 1954 peka; a granddaughter, Janice dressed. Hog futures have been Extremely hot weather has new recent low and have been ahead of entering the room, and to 1957 for Southwestern Tidwell, Topeka; six great- by far the most volatile with dai- gripped most of the southern holding a lower trend since July once you are in, you are not al Bell Telephone Company in grandchildren, Linsey Kueser ly triple-digit moves both up and trading areas this week. Pasture 26 with resistance up at $144 lowed back out until after the Topeka, in the directory sales and husband Eric, Alec Rod down, but the lower trend is still conditions are deteriorating, and support around $136. public release. department. velt, Kasey Rodvelt and Mag- holding. causing for concern for the re- August lean hogs expire later September corn is down, On April 27, 1957, Edith gie, Macy and Mary Pruitt; and African swine fever is still mainder of the grazing season. this week as volume declines. bouncing higher off the new re- married Gerard P. Ketter at five great-great-grandchildren, spreading throughout Asia and Producers are weighing their op The October contract has been cent low from Aug. 1 at $3.87¼ St. James Catholic Church in Julia, Kallee, Lexee, Mellee and Europe with more than 10 EU tions between decreased forage holding a long-term lower trend with resistance at $4.17, then up Wetmore. The couple raised Kayslee. countries now confirming the and the thought of hauling cattle with support around $64 and re- at $4.30. The December contract five beautiful children. She A memorial graveside service disease. China is currently esti- to the auction barn. sistance up at $70, then $74. dipped down to $3.97¼ on that was a homemaker until her will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday, mating around 26 percent of its Cattle slaughter for the week Over in the grains, corn traded same day, with resistance up at children were raised, then in Aug. 17 in Holton Cemetery. hog herd has been culled with was estimated at 645,000 head, both sides of unchanged with lit- $4.24, then $4.36. 1976, she went to work at Mercer Funeral Home in Holton private estimates as high as 50 up 19,000 from the week previ- tle direction ahead of the USDA September soybeans went into Sabetha Manor, retiring in is in charge of arrangements. percent. In 2018, China’s total ous but down 2,000 compared to crop report to be released Mon- a new recent low last Monday at 1989. Memorial contributions may hog herd was estimated at 440.6 last year. Beef production for the day morning. Soybeans were $8.41½ with support next down Edith had a lot of hob- be made to the Pregnancy Crisis million, compared to the U.S. week was estimated at 518.9 mil- again the leader higher to end the near $8.30 and resistance up bies and interests in her life Center, sent in care of Mercer total herd size this past June at lion pounds, compared to 502.7 week as extended forecasts con- near $9. The November contract including sewing, quilting, Funeral Home, P.O. Box 270, 74.3 million hogs. million the week previous and tinue to show a lack of moisture dipped down to $8.54½ with baking, cooking, music, Holton, KS 66436. For the week, Friday, Aug. 2 527.6 million last year. Beef pro- for most of the major growing support next down near $8.45 walks, hiking and traveling. Holton Recorder 8/14/19 through Friday, Aug. 9, August duction year-to-date is running region, but primarily the eastern and resistance up near the $9 She and Jerry traveled to 15 Corn Belt. level as well. countries. Areas from Nebraska through September Kansas City wheat She was a member of Sa- Ohio and in the Southern Plains held a lower trend with the con- cred Heart Catholic Church in Potawatomi United Methodist Church are now showing drought condi- tract low down at $3.92¾ and Sabetha, and when they were tions with some in the east only resistance up around $4.50. Sep- deciding on construction of receiving an inch of moisture tember Chicago wheat broke the the new church in Sabetha, By Ilene Dick the Father, has His eyes on you. and Cora on Saturday evening, unday, Aug. 11, began with Pastor Howard’s sermon was Aug. 10. The party was in honor over the past 40-plus days. Fall lower trend this past week with she toured churches in Ne S crops are, of course, way behind support around $4.75 and resis- braska and Iowa to aid in the a nice early morning shower, but titled “Who Knows Us” with the of Claire’s fifth birthday. got rather hot and humid as the text coming from Psalm 139:12, Lily Hall’s son, Terry normal from spring flooding and tance up at $5.07. September planning of the building. were in desperate need of ideal soybean meal is still holding the Edith was also a member day went along. Members and 23-24. The message echoes the Redlightning, of California ar- friends gathered for worship special. How well are we known, rived in Kansas for a visit. It is conditions for a chance to finish lower trend with the contract low of Sacred Heart Altar Society out. down at $286.90 and resistance and the Berwick Home Ben- service at Potawatomi United and how well do we want to be great to have him home and hav- Methodist Church at 10:30 a.m. known? We are comforted by ing a good time. Monday’s crop report will be up around $308. efit FCE group. She served the market mover first, but soon Note: There is risk of loss in as a project leader for the following Sunday school at 9:45 the thought in the words of the Pam and Leon Daugherty a.m. psalmist, yet we can become in- have been busy attending birth- after, the markets will focus their trading commodity futures and Lucky Clover 4-H Club and attention back to the current options. Matt Hines is a licensed was Chairman of the Nemaha Pastor Howard opened the quisitive of ourselves. day parties. They attended a par- service with scripture and prayer. The psalmist who wrote 139 ty for Kelly Tannahill on Aug. 3 weather and updated forecasts commodity broker for Loewen County NARFE Alzheimer’s coming. and Associates, Inc. of Manhat- committee. It was announced that next Sun- clearly explained God’s pres- and one for Konnor Tannahill on day, Aug. 18, Spencer Johnson, ence deeply. Paul explains that Aug. 5. They attended a supper For the week, Friday, Aug. 2 tan. He can be reached at (785) She was preceded in death through Friday, Aug. 9, Septem- 289-0036. by her parents, Eugene, on student from Evangelical Theo- it is impossible to be separated at the home of Loretta Roush logical Seminary, will be the from Christ. He knows us en- in honor of Kolby and Christo- ber corn was up $.10¾, Decem- Aug. 28, 1956, and Kath- th ber was up $.08¼, September erine on Jan. 29, 1979, and guest speaker at the church. He tirely, and loves us because of, pher’s 18 birthday. is the son of Kevin and Jill John- and in spite of, what God knows Ronald Dick enjoyed seeing soybeans were up $.23¼, No- her sister Alice on March 30, vember was up $.23¼, Septem- 1955. son of Topeka. about us. Even when you don’t Bob Dove when he stopped by Prayers are with the people in know who you are, God knows to visit with friends at Vintage ber Kansas City wheat was down Edith is survived by her $.04¾, December was down husband of 62 years, Jerry; Dayton, Ohio and El Paso, Tex- who you are. It is good news that Park on Saturday, Aug. 10. Bob as, as well as all others affected we can never be far from God’s was our neighbor when we lived $.05¼, September Chicago her three sons, Philip (Nan- wheat was up $.08¾, December cy) Ketter of Lecompton, by recent attacks. A joy was the comforting presence. on Wyoming Avenue, but has 18th birthday of Pam and Leon Potawatomi UMW will meet now moved to Lawrence. was up $.10, September soybean Kevin (DeeAnn) Ketter of meal was up $4 per ton and De- Auburn, Neb., and Dr. Ivan Daugherty’s grandsons, Kolby at 1:30 p.m. on Sept. 3 at the Ginger Pugh and Anna and and Christopher Roush. home of Laura Schreiber. Darby Comer visited Warren cember was up $4.30 per ton. (Linda) Ketter of Topeka; her The August USDA crop report two daughters, Ellen (Rich- Clayton Hase served as aco- Judy Thoman attended Mis- and Tina Pugh on Saturday. Sara lyte. Judy Thoman was liturgist, sion U at Countryside UMC in Worcester, Elaine and Ren vis- is by far the most hyped August ard) Powell of Germantown, crop report I can remember. Tenn., and Trina (Michael) of reading from Isaiah 40:28. The Topeka on Friday and Saturday, ited them earlier this week. Lord’s Prayer was prayed in uni- Aug. 9-10. Betty Bowser called on Floye Coming into this year, it looked Wamego; 13 grandchildren; as though it had lost some lus- and 12 great-grandchildren. son. Hymns were “Have Thine Marjean and Jim Shenk en- Knouft on Friday afternoon, A rosary will be prayed Own Way Lord,” “Jesus, Keep joyed eating dinner with Mike Aug. 9. at 7 P.M. on Thursday, Aug. Me Near The Cross” and “Open and Jan Shenk on Saturday, We are sorry to hear that 15 at Sacred Heart Catholic My Eyes, That I May See” with Aug. 10. Betty Bowser accom- LeAnna Meeks has had two Church in Sabetha. Edith will music provided by Tina Pugh panied Marjean and Jim Shenk recent deaths of cousins. Betty lie in state at the church from and Ann Wilkening. Clayton to Sabetha to buy fresh peaches. Standby died on Aug. 4 and 5 p.m. until the rosary. Hase and Jim Meeks were offer- They enjoyed a good visit while Richard Sigle died on July 15. Mass of Christian burial tory ushers. traveling. On a happy note, LeAnna and will be held at 10 a.m. Fri- The birthday song was sung to Betty Bowser attended a fam- Jim Meeks attended the wed- day, Aug. 16 at Sacred Heart Jim Meeks. LeAnna Meeks gave ily birthday party at the home of ding of their oldest grandson on Catholic Church in Sabetha. the special by sharing a story of Jarrod and Sarah Bowser, Claire July 14. Burial will be held in St. Be a group of women studying the de’s Catholic Cemetery in book of Malachi in the Old Tes- Kelly. tament. When coming across Circleville Christian Church Memorial contributions for the statement “He will sit as a refiner and purifier of silver,” cancer research, Alzheimer’s By Jeannie Arnold Gary Bell, Roy Hallauer and research and/or Sacred Heart one woman wondered about the process of refining silver. Greeters at the door for the Garrett Will provided the lovely Catholic Church in Sabetha cowboy/traditional service at guitar music as communion was may be sent in care of the fam- She thought about God holding us in such a hot spot, and asked Circleville Christian Church on served. The prayer for the offer- ily. Lauer Funeral Home is in Aug. 11 were Mark and Carol ing was given by Gary Bell. charge of the arrangements. the silversmith how he knew when it was fully refined. He an- Fenton. Brody Bliss gave the Brody Bliss continued with To express your sympathy welcome and scripture reading his sermon series titled “The Ser- and for more information visit swered, “Oh, that’s easy. When I see my image in it.” If today to open the service. mon On The Mount” by using www.lauerfuneralhome.com Music was provided by the text from Matthew 5:1-12. His Holton Recorder 8/14/19 s you are feeling the heat of this world, just remember that God, praise team of Gary Bell, John- message was about discipleship. ny Lynch, Shelly Will, Garrett A disciple is one who has Will and Roy Hallauer. The completely given their life to opening hymn was “Let Me Tell God. A disciple is merciful and Circleville United Methodist You About Jesus.” Following acts kindly remembering how the prayer hymn, “Tis So Sweet much we have been forgiven. A To Trust In Jesus‚” Brody Bliss disciple has sincerity of heart, By Sue Wichman 12:32-40. Luke tells us to be on gave the prayer concerns. has a pure heart and does the Worship services at Circlev- guard against all kinds of greed. Ron Parrett gave the commu- right thing. A disciple proclaims ille United Methodist Church “Our hearts will be where our nion meditation using text from the gospel that brings the good on Aug. 11 began with a joyous treasure is, whether our hearts Luke 9:23. Communion servers news of Jesus Christ. prelude. Leesa Harshaw, pianist, are invested on earth or in were Donald Askren, Mike Co- The service closed by singing played “How Great Thou Art.” Heaven.” chren, Elmer Ent and John Ray. “I’ll Fly Away.” Following several announce- Allen Fernkopf and Verlin ments, lay pastor Charlotte Mil- Wichman received the offering roy led the call to worship, the while Leesa played “Blessed opening prayer and the psalter. Assurance.” Mary Jo Fernkopf, liturgist, Charlotte offered Holy Com- Public Notice read the scripture lesson from munion at the altar. Leesa’s mu- Isaiah 1:1, 10-20 and Hebrews sical selection during this time 11:1-3, 8-16. was “The Beautiful Garden Of (First published in The Holton der service by publication, The hymns were “How Firm Prayer.” Recorder, Holton, Kan., on PETITION FOR CHANGE 6. Other names I am using registered mail or certified A Foundation” and “God Of The service closed with Wednesday, July 31, 2019.) OF NAME or have used are: ______mail, or, if appropriate, waive ______any requirement for service. Grace And God Of Glory.” “Blest Be The Tie That Binds,” ND Dawn Duryea served as song followed by the benediction. IN THE 2 Petitioner states: I further ask the Court to leader and Leesa provided the JUDICIAL DISTRICT 7. I desire to have my issue an order changing accompaniment. DISTRICT COURT OF 1. I reside in the County in name changed to Barbara my name from Barbara SEPTEMBER JACKSON COUNTY, which this Petition is being Nelson Bontrager to renew Elizabeth Bontrager to Charlotte’s message was SUBSCRIPTIONS titled “Where Is Your Heart” KANSAS filed. my driver’s license. Barbara Nelson Bontrager based on the gospel lesson Luke ARE NOW PAYABLE and for such other relief as IN THE MATTER OF THE 2. I have been a resident 8. This Petition is not made the Court deems appropriate PETITION OF of Kansas for more than for the purpose of avoiding under the circumstances. Chapel Oaks Funeral Homes sixty (60) days before filing any debts, obligations or le- SINCE 1988 Barbara Elizabeth this petition. gal process nor is it made for I affirm under penalty or 31 YEARS OF SERVICE TO NORTHEAST KANSAS Bontrager the purpose of misleading or perjury that all statements in Present Name 3. My YEAR of birth is defrauding any person. 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HOLTON______RECORDER, WEDNESDAY, AUG. 14, 2019, PAGE 6 SPORTS Wednesday Jackson Heights cross country Riederer in second season returns lots of top runners with NFL Titans’ scouts By Brian Sanders By Brian Sanders coordinator, Riederer said he Last year, two Jackson Seven years after graduating feels proud to be part of a staff Heights High School from Holton High School, Rob that’s actively searching for the freshmen emerged as leaders 2019 Jackson Heights HS Cross Country Riederer, shown at right, is still best players to join the team. at the state cross-country Date Location Time involved with football on a daily “The Titans personnel meet in Wamego — Daniel basis. department does a great job of Little, who Sept. 12 Holton 4 p.m. A 2012 graduate of HHS, letting us go out and experience finished ninth Sept. 16 Jackson Heights 4 p.m. Riederer now suits up — what it is like to be on the road as and anchored Sept. 19 Onaga 4 p.m. although it’s a different kind an area scout and advancing as a the Cobra Sept. 26 Royal Valley 4 p.m. of suit — for his new team, pro scout,” he said. “Currently, boys team to Oct. 3 Horton 4 p.m. the National Football League’s I am in the office most of the a ninth-place Tennessee Titans, with whom time, helping with various tasks finish on the Oct. 10 Sabetha 4 p.m. he’s going into his second within the organization on a boys’ side, Oct. 17 NEKL Meet @ JH 4 p.m. season in the team’s scouting day-to-day basis.” and Annie Oct. 22 Jackson Heights 3:45 p.m. department. There are two sides of Allen, who Oct. 26 Regionals TBA “I have always aspired to scouting potential players for a finished in the top 30 on the Nov. 2 State @ Wamego TBA work in an NFL front office, team, both at the collegiate and girls’ side. and to be involved so early is the professional level, Riederer This year, Brad Alley, in This schedule brought to you by: an extreme blessing that I am noted. his fifth year as the cross- thankful for every day. I realize “We have area scouts who country Cobras’ head coach, how lucky I am and take no day are spread throughout regions believes Little and Allen, for granted,” Riederer said of of the country to look over all now sophomores, have the his work with the Titans. the prospects for a given year,” potential to get back to the He’s the son of Holton he said. “Our area scouts do a state meet and score even residents Russ and Mary Ann tremendous job of leaving no better while leading the way Kathy Wheeler, agent Riederer, whom, along with stone unturned and covering for the team. 31310 O Rd., Wetmore • 785-933-3255 his siblings, were “a huge every school in their region.” “We will have a lot of influence” in his early days as a There are also professional new faces,” coach Alley said football player. scouts who review players’ of the 2019 cross-country “My dad did a phenomenal performances after they make team. “It will be a process Phillips both have state experience, Alley job of giving me the necessary the jump from college to the to get those kids into the program and said, and he believes both of them could tools and work habits to NFL, also reviewing their understanding the expectations of our team. make a return trip to the state meet. compete at a high level, though performance on a year-to-year As usual, remaining healthy is always a key Other returning letter-winners include he never pushed me one way or basis during their time in the to success.” sophomore Curtis Hundley on the boys’ side the other,” Riederer said of his NFL, he added. For the boys, Alley expects great things and seniors Jill Buck and Skyla Howe and father, a former strength coach “As a whole, we are constantly from Little and senior Drew Holliday, who junior Cheyennee Hewitt on the girls’ side. with the NFL’s Chicago Bears. his first career reception. attempting to find players that ran with the team at last year’s state meet, Also returning to keep the runners on track is “Looking back, this helped “My favorite highlight (of have a chance to help improve as well as from incoming freshman Alex assistant coach Gary Keehn. create a habit of work ethic the high school and college our football team,” he said. Browning, and he noted that the three of them Noting that the boys won the Northeast that I am very prideful about in years) was getting to build “There are many intricacies that could lead the team to its third appearance at Kansas League title last year while the girls every aspect of life.” relationships with teammates go into each side, but to make a state in four years. finished second, Alley said he expects tough One of his father’s regular that I can call lifelong friends,” long story short, that is the meat “Daniel and Drew should be ready to have league competition this year from Jefferson quotes — “Don’t tell me about he said. “Getting to play in the of what is going on.” individual success on the boys’ side,” Alley County North, McLouth and Pleasant Ridge the storm, just bring the ship state championship my junior As for this year’s Tennessee said. “And Alex is a dual-sport freshman, but this year. in,” which he said he heard a lot season and embracing the grind Titans team, Riederer says he’s he could step in and help us on the varsity The Cobras will make their first appearance when he and brother Jake were of everyday practice while “not one to make predictions” side.” at a Holton-hosted cross-country meet on in “a tough workout” — has building a product to compete in as to whether this could be the On the girls’ side, Allen and junior Shelby Thursday, Sept. 12, it was reported. become part of that work ethic, Friday/Saturday games is one of first team in 20 years to make it he said, and it served him well the things I cherish the most.” all the way to the Super Bowl. through his football days at After finishing his football “I’m just looking forward to HHS, and even to this day. career at TU in December of the upcoming season, and I’m During his junior year at HHS, 2017, Riederer graduated with a excited for our fans and team he was part of a Wildcat team master’s degree in finance with going into the 2019-20 season,” that made it all the way to the an analytical background, along he said. RV Lady Panthers will seek to Class 4A championship game with an undergraduate degree To young people who seek to against Louisburg. The next in finance and a certificate in better themselves, be it in sports year, he racked up 121 tackles sports administration. or in their daily life, Riederer win Big 7 Volleyball title - again while rushing for 649 yards and Not long after that, Riederer offers this advice: Control what seven touchdowns, earning acco got a call from the Titans, asking you can control — namely, your By Ali Holcomb lades from media outlets across him to come to Nashville for an work ethic and your attitude. With several varsity play- the state. interview. “From there, everything will ers returning this season to the 2019 Royal Valley High School Volleyball After graduating from “I flew down, interviewed work itself out,” he said. “In HHS, Riederer went on to the addition, depending on what Royal Valley volleyball team, Date Opponent Location Time with each member of the staff, Coach Gary Armstrong and his University of Tulsa, playing and got to see how a day during level of competition you aspire players are Aug. 31 Marysville Tourn. (V) Marysville 9 a.m. with TU’s Golden Hurricanes, that time period of the NFL to compete in, make sure you looking to Sept. 5 Holton Royal Valley 5 p.m. first as a linebacker, then season was run. I was lucky are comparing all of your defend their Sept. 7 Je West Tourn. (V) Meriden 8 a.m. moving to offense as a tight enough to get the offer as a work habits to that level of Big Seven Sept. 10 League Tri. Hiawatha 5 p.m. end. His junior year at TU saw scouting assistant to learn from competition, rather than just the the team winning the Miami school or county.” League title Sept. 14 Oskaloosa Tourn. (JV) Oskaloosa 8:30 a.m. some great minds and even as the team Beach Bowl; 2016 also saw him better people,” he said. went un- Sept. 17 League Tri. Sabetha 5 p.m. scoring a nine-yard touchdown Now in his second season defeated in Sept. 24 League Tri. Holton 5 p.m. against North Carolina A&T on with the Titans as a scouting league play Oct. 1 League Tri. Royal Valley 5 p.m. last season. Oct. 5 Silver Lake Tourn. (V) Silver Lake 8 a.m. ------The Lady Oct. 8 League Tri. Perry 5 p.m. P a n t h e r s were 17-0 Oct. 12 Rock Creek Tourn. (JV) Rock Creek 9 a.m. in league play and were 35-4 Oct. 12 C Team Tourn. Centralia 9 a.m. Wetmore Cards need players overall last season. They were Oct. 15 Nemaha Central Nem. Central 5 p.m. ranked first in Class 3A headed Oct. 19 Wabaunsee Tourn. (JV) Wabaunsee 9 a.m. to step up, play physical into the sub-state tournament Oct. 19 Abilene Tourn. (V) Abilene 9 a.m. where they took second place, Oct. 22 League Tri. Royal Valley 5 p.m. The Wetmore Cardinals foot- *Sophomore Storm Hackler, the football field. falling to Silver Lake, who went ball team is entering its third 5-10, 130-pound, running back Coach Schnacker said replac- on to win the Class 3A state Oct. 26 Sub-State Tourn. TBA and defensive back, one-year ing Hutfles at quarterback will Nov. 1-2 State Tourn. TBA season back in tournament. Kansas State returning starter. be a tall order. McQueen, Henry Coach Armstrong is in his This schedule brought to you by: High School *Sophomore Braden Henry, and Hackler will need to step in, fourth year of coaching the Pan- A c t i v i t i e s 5-10, 145-pound, running back the coach said. thers. The team will be led by 401 New York • Holton Association and linebacker, one-year return- At the receiving positions, juniors Ivy Fink, Morgan Har- 364-4944 (KSHSAA), ing starter. the coach said, Kevin Shumaker vey and Emma McKinsey and competition, *Sophomore Tyson Ball, 5- and McGrath “will need to im- seniors Madison Saia and McK- 116 W. 4th St. • Hoyt after two years 11, 200-pound, offensive and prove and play physical.’’ enzie Ogden. 785-986-1000 as a non-af- defensive lineman, one-year re- On the offensive and defen- “We will have depth this filiated team turning starter. sive line, the coach said, Ross year, and we have girls who can playing non- *Senior John Lamberson, Shumaker, Ball, Lamberson and play multiple positions,” Coach league games. 6-1, 195-pound, offensive and Gibson have good experience Armstrong said. Harvey was a versatile player last season and 101 digs. Prior to that, WHS went several defensive lineman, one-year re- and “will need to be ready to Fink (unanimous), Harvey for the team last year with 182 “We will be fun to watch again years without having its own turning starter. play and must play physical.’’ and McKinsey were all named kills and a hitting efficiency of this year,” Armstrong said. high school football team. *Senior Mason Gibson, 6-1, McQueen and Henry will to the Big Seven All-League .242. Armstrong said the Big Seven The Cardinals are coming off 190-pound, offensive and de- “need to rely on their experience volleyball team last season, as She had an 88.3 percent serv- remains a competitive league, of a 2018 season that saw the fensive lineman, one-year re- at linebacker and fill in around well as The Holton Recorder’s ing percentage, which included but he predicts the Panthers will team win two games and lose turning starter. them,’’ the coach said, as will All-County volleyball team. 31 ace serves. Defensively, come out on top again, along seven overall. In the Twin Val- Coach Schnacker listed soph- Hackler and Kevin Shumaker at As an outside hitter last year Harvey had 146 digs and 36 with Holton, Hiawatha and Sa- ley 8-Man League, the Cards omore Jake McGrath, a 5-10, the defensive back positions. for RV, Fink was one of the top blocks. betha. were 0-7. 125-pound, end and defensive Continued to Page 7 attackers in the Big Seven with McKinsey was the top setter The Panthers open their sea- WHS head coach Rick back, as another player on the 348 kills, averaging 3.95 kills for the team with only 31 errors son with a tournament in Marys- Schnacker is now in his fifth team expected to contribute on per set. She had a hitting effi- in 1,410 set attempts last season ville on Saturday, Aug. 31. The year of leading the Cardinals. ciency of .399, which was the (97.8 percent). tournament begins at 9 a.m. Coach Schnacker is 5-22 coach- best in the league. She also had the best serving The first league contest will ing the Cardinals and 151-135 She had a 93.9 percent serv- efficiency on the team at 97.6 be Thursday, Sept. 5, in a dual over his coaching career. 2019 Wetmore High School Football ing percentage with 431 suc- percent, which included 279 against Holton at Hoyt. Games “We competed well in some cessful serves in 459 attempts. good serves in 286 attempts. begin at 5 p.m. games last season,’’ Schnacker Date Opponent Location Time She also had 38 ace serves. McKinsey also had 489 assists said. “We graduated a very Sept. 6 Clifton-Clyde Wetmore 7 p.m. good senior football player, Joel Sept. 13 Southern Cloud S. Cloud 6 p.m. Hutfles.’’ Sept. 20 Blue Valley Blue Valley 7 p.m. Schnacker said Hutfles was It’s Time To Sign Up “a huge part of our team in all Sept. 27 Frankfort Frankfort 7 p.m. aspects’’ last season. Oct. 4 Axtell Wetmore 7 p.m. For Fall Soccer - Flag Football! Schnacker said the Cards have Oct. 11 Doniphan West D. West 7 p.m. six returning offensive starters Oct. 18 Hanover Wetmore 7 p.m. and seven returning defensive Oct. 25 Onaga Wetmore 7 p.m. *Fall Soccer for Pre-K through sixth graders starters. Four Divisions - Deadline Aug. 20 Key returning starters for the Oct. 31 TBA TBA TBA Cardinals include the follow- Nov. 8 Regionals TBA *Flag football for second graders through ing: Nov. 15 Sectionals TBA sixth graders *Junior Kael McQueen, 5-11, Nov. 22 Sub-State TBA 140-pound, running back and Nov. 30 State TBA Two Divisions - Deadline Aug. 20 defensive back, two-year re- turning starter. This schedule brought to you by: *Registration forms available at *Junior Ross Shumaker, 6-0, Holton City Hall or at www.holtonkansas.org 185-pound offensive and defen- sive lineman, two-year return- Dinner Bel� Caf� For more information, call Holton ing starter. Parks and Rec - 785-364-9000 *Senior Kevin Shumaker, 6- 404 2nd St., Wetmore • 785-866-2233 0, 130-pound, end and defensive back, one-year returning starter. HOLTON______RECORDER, WEDNESDAY, AUG. 14, 2019, PAGE 7 JH volleyball team has lots of letterwinners back By Brian Sanders team. Jackson Heights High School “We have a lot of girls head volleyball coach Denise returning from last year’s team, Visocsky said her Lady Cobra and they’ve got the potential to varsity volleyball team is go far this year,” Visocsky said. showing promise Other returning letter winners for the 2019 include seniors Abby Brey, season. MaKenzie Kennedy and Jodi “We have White, junior Amaya Marlatt some great and sophomore McKenzie players coming McMahon. back, and we will Visocsky, assisted by Robin be able to spread Sides, said the team is looking the ball around to to improve on last year’s NEK multiple people,” League record of 4-9, a seventh- coach Visocsky place finish, and the overall said of the upcoming season, record of 18-15. She predicts that her fourth at JHHS. “We have Jackson Heights will improve its grown as a team and improved record and finish in the league’s in many places. We have a lot top three, along with Jefferson more depth in our lineup.” County North and Maur Hill- Bailey Flewelling of Holton, shown above at left on the front row, was a member of the KC Peppers-Wal- This year’s lineup includes Mount Academy. lace girls softball team that recently won the 2019 18A Midwest National Fastpitch Softball Championship. senior Kylie Dohl, who was “I think our league will be The team is shown with its national champion banner. Flewelling played shortstop and outfield. named to last year’s Northeast very competitive this season,” Submitted photo Kansas League all-league team Visocsky said. and The Holton Recorder’s All- The Lady Cobras will open County team, along with junior their season on Tuesday, Sept. Sarah Marshall, an honorable 3 with a NEK League triangular mention for the All-County at ACCHS.
2019 Jackson Heights High School Volleyball Date Opponent Location Time Sept. 3 V/JV Tri. E ngham 5 p.m. Sept. 5 V/JV Tri. Rossville 5 p.m. Sept. 10 V/JV Tri. Jackson Heights 5 p.m. Sept. 12 V Quad D. West/Highland 5 p.m. Sept. 14 V Tourn. Frankfort 9 a.m. Sept. 17 V/JV Tri. Horton 5 p.m. Sept. 23 JV Quad E ngham 5 p.m. Sept. 24 V/JV Tri. Valley Falls 5 p.m. Sept. 28 JV Tourn. Je North 9 a.m. Oct. 1 V/JV Tri. Horton 5 p.m. Oct. 5 V Tourn. Valley Falls 9 a.m. Oct. 8 V/JV Tri. McLouth 5 p.m. Oct. 10 V Quad Horton 5 p.m. Oct. 14 JV Quad Centralia 5 p.m. Oct. 15 V/JV Tri. Jackson Heights 5 p.m. Scotties excelled in class, too Oct. 17 V/JV Tri. Jackson Heights 5 p.m. The Highland Community demic Team of the Year honors THANK YOU! Oct. 19 JV Tourn. Wabaunsee 9 a.m. Softball team, shown above, for 2018-19 and the Highland Oct. 26 Sub-State TBA finished 35-12 this past season, softball team was part of the NJ- Nov. 1-2 State TBA which included a top six fin- CAA sport that had the most. The Knights of Columbus would like to This schedule brought to you by: ish at Nationals, a Region VI A total of 131 community col- District E Tournament title and lege softball programs posted a thank all the teams and sponsors who Al’s Overhead Door Service Conference title. 3.0 GPA or higher as a team dur- donated to our 11th annual golf tournament. 5000 NW 35th St., Topeka • 785-286-2555/785-231-0784 The Scotties also excelled in ing the 2018-19 academic year. the classroom. For the second The Highland softball team fin- It turned out to be a big success – straight year and the seventh ish the 2018-19 school year with of the last eight years, the team a team GPA of 3.44 improving thanks to you! Wetmore football------earned NJCAA Academic Team upon their 3.35 mark from the Continued from Page 6 In Class 8-Man II, District 3, of the Year honors. 2017-18 school year. In summary, coach Schnacker coach Schnacker predicted the NJCAA Academic Team of Sarah Bond of Holton, shown TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE RECORDER, said, “We will return some ex- following order of finish – Ha- the Year honors are given out on the second row, fourth from perience but depth continues to nover, Axtell, Frankfort, Blue to teams that finish with a team left, was a pitcher on the team. CALL NOW - 785-364-3141! THANKS be a huge concern. We need to Valley, Onaga, Doniphan West average of 3.00 GPA for the en- fill in some key positions and and Wetmore. tire school year. A total of 738 improve on the offensive and NJCAA programs earned Aca- defensive line. We will be young and numbers will be a concern. We need to get stronger and K-16 Quail Forever Chapter Call The more physical. 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[email protected] Haid from Ozawkie took 10th place. www.CapitolViewMasonry.com Holton, KS 66436 HOLTON RECORDER, WEDNESDAY, AUG. 14, 2019, PAGE 8 At this year’s Jack- son County Calendar of upcoming auctions Fair, Tristan Auctions advertised in The in Holton for details. 239-8287. Simpson- Holton Recorder qualify to be • Saturday, Aug. 17. Starting • Saturday, Aug. 31. Starting Worley, at included in this free auction at 10 a.m. 315 Sixth St., Sum- at 10 a.m. Real estate auction, left, of the calendar. Contact Errin at 364- merfield. Leonard Frerking es- held at 111 East Sixth St., On- Ontario 3141, email us at holtonrecord- tate auction. For more informa- aga. For more information, con- Busy Bees [email protected] or stop by tion, contact Speckmann Realty tact Cline Realty and Auction at 4-H club our office at 109 W. Fourth St. and Auction Service at (402) (785) 889-4775. was named champion junior dairy goat show- man, while Rebecca Halbleib, at right, of the Denison Builders was named reserve cham- pion junior showman. Photo by Michael Powls CALENDAR Thursday, Aug. 15 pool will be available. room. For more information, *First day of school for Jack- call 364-9696 or 364-3164. son Heights and Royal Valley Monday, Aug. 19 students. *The Jackson County Com- Wednesday, Aug. 21 *8 a.m. Holton Municipal mission meets at 9 a.m. each *8:30 a.m. RVMS bus evacu- Court at Holton City Hall. Monday at the Jackson County ation drills. Courthouse in Holton. All meet- *The Crisis Pregnancy Center Friday, Aug. 16 ings are open to the public. To in Holton is open every Wednes- *12 p.m. to 1 p.m. First annu- address the county commission- day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. al Johnsonville Brat Day, held ers, contact the county clerk’s *3:40 p.m. RVMS cross on the east side of the Jackson office at 364-2891 to have your country and cheer pictures. County Courthouse in Holton. name placed on a meeting agen- *5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Hol- *6:30 p.m. RVHS football da. ton Watch Dogs sign-up night at parent meeting at RVHS gym *First day of Little Panther HES. commons. preschool. *6:30 p.m. Jackson County *The Circleville Senior Ex- Farm Bureau annual dinner Saturday, Aug. 17 ecutives will meet at noon at the meeting, held at EUM Fam- *The Jackson County Farm- Circleville Masonic Hall for a ily Life Center in Holton. To ers’ Market will be open from 8 potluck lunch. Please bring cov- RSVP, call 364-6291 or email a.m. to noon on the east side of ered dishes and friends. [email protected] the Courthouse in Holton. *5:30 p.m. RVHS volleyball Arrested in Brown Co. *9 a.m. to 11 a.m. K-16 Quail parent meeting. Thursday, Aug. 22 Forever youth wingshooting *6 p.m. RVHS/MS cross *First day of classes for Wet- A Kentucky man was arrested clinic, held at Banner Creek country parent meeting. more students. following an Aug. 8 vehicle theft Reservoir, 10975 Kansas High- *7 p.m. Holton City Commis- *8:30 a.m. RVES bus evacu- after a Brown County dispatcher Please come to celebrate way 16, Holton. For more infor- sion meets at Holton City Hall. ation drills. convinced the man to surrender to mation, contact Greg Tanking at *The Harvesters Food Group *8:30 a.m. Royal Valley 7th law enforcement officers, Brown (785) 305-1417 or Jerry Valdez will stop at the Netawaka Com- and 8th grade individual school County Sheriff John D. Merchant at (785) 577-6127. munity Center, 418 Kansas St. pictures. said recently. Raymond Foster *9 a.m. to 3 p.m. M&M in Netawaka, from 10:30 a.m. to *The Holton Rotary Club Gregory Rumph, 31, of Glas- Events’ “Shop Small Business 11:30 a.m. on every third Mon- will meet for a noon luncheon gow, Ky., was arrested on charges and Support a Big Dream” shop- day of the month. at Trails Café’s “The Station.” of felony theft, violation of a pro- turning 95!!! tective order and aggravated as- ping event, held at the Northeast *First day of fall sports prac- Those interested in joining the sault and booked into the Brown Kansas Heritage Complex. tice for all area students. club should call David at 364- County Jail after the incident, *9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Blacksmith 3141 for more information. Sheriff Merchant said. and Pioneer Days, held at Tran- Tuesday, Aug. 20 *3:30 p.m. RVMS volleyball At about 9:25 a.m. on Aug. 8, Monday, Sept. 2, 2019 sue Brothers Blacksmith Mu- *8:30 a.m. RVHS bus evacu- pictures. a Brown County dispatcher re- seum in Summerfield. For more ation drills. *5 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. Estate ceived a 911 call reporting a vehi- information, call Dave or Liz at *The Crisis Pregnancy Center and elder law presentation at cle theft in progress south of Hia- Blue Building in Horton (402) 520-0644. in Holton is open every Tuesday Hot Spot, 124 W. Fifth St., Hol- watha on Linden Road. Sheriff’s *10 a.m. Highland Commu- from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. ton. Featured speaker will be officers were joined by Hiawatha nity College alumni games. *5:30 p.m. RVMS volleyball Scott Sexton, P.A. Sponsored and Kickapoo tribal police in re- Lunch will be served *7 p.m. RVMS PRO Back to parent meeting. by Holton Community Hospi- sponding to the call. School Dance. *6 p.m. RVMS football par- tal Home Health and Hospice. It was discovered that the sus- from noon to 2 p.m. ent meeting. For more information, call 364- pect in the incident had a hand- Sunday, Aug. 18 *6 p.m. Beck Bookman Li- 9617. gun, Merchant said, but law en- *Attend the church of your brary Board of Directors meet- *5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Hol- forcement officers were able to choice. ing at Beck Bookman Library. ton Watch Dogs sign-up night at contain the area where the suspect *9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Blacksmith *6 p.m. Wetmore Back to HES. was located. Emergency respond- and Pioneer Days, held at Tran- School supper. *6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Holton ers also came to the area as a pre- sue Brothers Blacksmith Mu- *6:30 p.m. Jackson Heights Ag Ed/FFA Open House and cautionary measure, he added. th The suspect then reportedly seum in Summerfield. For more 5 grade band night. parent meetings. called 911, where a dispatcher information, call Dave or Liz at *The Caregivers Support “developed a rapport with the sus- (402) 520-0644. Group (formerly Alzheimer’s SEPTEMBER pect and convinced him to surren- No gifts, please. *12 p.m. Gottlieb and John Support Group) will meet every SUBSCRIPTIONS der” without incident, Merchant Wenger family reunion potluck, third Tuesday of each month said. Send cards to Raymond held at Fisher Center, 201 E. from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Hol- ARE NOW More charges against Rumph Iowa, Hiawatha. The swimming ton Community Hospital care PAYABLE are pending based on further at 311 Arizona Ave., investigation by the Brown Coun- Holton, KS 66436 ty Sheriff’s Office, it was reported. HOLTON CITY WIDE GARAGE SALES! Friday and Saturday, Sept. 6-7, 2019 Deadline To Place Your Ad Is Noon On TUESDAY, SEPT. 3, 2019 AT THE HOLTON RECORDER!
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By Betty Bernritter cuts. After a quick summer shower If you have a lot of stuff and on this Aug. 11, 2019, worship- think about your stuff a lot and ers entered Buck’s Grove Unit- if you get all worked up about ed Methodist Church to learn your stuff and you spend lots of more about God. time and energy trying to figure Pastor Charlotte Milroy wel- out how to get more stuff and comed everyone and with Leesa where to put the new stuff, then Harshaw playing the prelude, the word today probably will “Turn Your Eyes On Jesus,” not feel like good news to you. Donna Ashcraft brought in the Following Jesus isn’t cheap Light of Christ. because Jesus’ journey isn’t Pastor Charlotte asked for an- cheap. It cost us something to nouncements and then led the be true disciples. It is a spiritual call to worship, opening prayer tragedy we can invest our time and psalter, Psalm 50:1-8, 22, and energy on protecting our 23. stuff when we should invest in Leesa also played, “How Firm wealth that is secure. To whom A Foundation” and “God Of or where do you want your heart Grace And God Of Glory” with to belong? If you are rich toward Donna performing the duty of God, you will have treasure song leader. in heaven. Your heart will be The line for the free pulled pork sandwich dinner put on by GNBank last Friday extended to the far northeast corner Carol Pollock read scripture, where your treasure is whether of the Jackson County Courtyard. Bank representatives said that about 400 dinners were served that evening. Isaiah 1:1, 10-20 and Hebrews here on earth or in heaven. Photos by Brian Sanders 11:1-3, 8-6. For a special, Carol The offertory prayer was re- n asked the congregation to sing cited and as the ushers, Don Royal Valley B.O.E... “Let There Be Peace On Earth.” Boling and his grandson, Trevor Continued from Page 1 Pastor Charlotte read scripture Ashcraft, came forward, Leesa from Luke 12:32-40 and titled played “Amazing Grace.” * Approved consent items, At the elementary school, improve the system for next at RVES is expected to have her message “Where Is Your Pastor Charlotte offered Holy which included accepting the some painting was complet- year,” Slay said. “Sherri 80 students, Davis said. Heart?” Last week, we talked Communion with assistance resignation of Lucy Burdiek ed and the front office win- Schulte, Mark Haefke and * Approved the propane bid about our stuff-filled barns. This from Donna and as the closing as a first-grade teacher and dow was replaced. Several Tammy Ruddy put in a lot of from Prairie Band Propane at week we talk about why we fill hymn, “Blest Be The Tie That approving the PBP/ECE old televisions were also re- hard work this summer for an initial fill price of $.89 a our house with stuff. We don’t Binds,” was sung, Mary Ringel school year calendar. moved from classrooms. enrollment as we transitioned gallon and a bid cap price of always experience the gospel as carried out the Light of Christ. * Was introduced to A rooftop air conditioning from paper to online.” $1.10 a gallon. good news. The Bible is a two- Bible study was held immedi- new staff members Tory unit was replaced at RVMS, The biggest issue was that * Approved a Family and edged sword, and sometimes it ately after the worship service. Kanicki (kindergarten), Rose and the scorer’s table and PowerSchool didn’t give the Medical Leave Act request Stuhlsatz (MS math), Judy benches at the gym were up- district its online enrollment from Erin Colley for an ex- Benton (special education dated. League banners were form program until 2 p.m. the tended maternity leave. Circleville News at HS), Chanity Daily (third also added to the gym in day before enrollment, Davis * Appointed Slay as the grade), Megan Knopp (first Mayetta. said. district homeless liaison and By Jeannie Arnold eral people from Chisholm grade), Melanie Binkley New lockers were installed “In a perfect world, we’ll child welfare point of con- Kenny Wykert attended the Trail Elementary School, (first grade) and Keri Bausch in the varsity boys locker have that out around July 15 tact. 90th birthday celebration for where Jackie teaches, attend- (social worker). room at the high school and for parents to start enroll- * Met in executive session Ellen Durst on Sunday, Aug. ed, too. Robby Flood is the * Received an audit report the bathrooms in the ag lab ment,” Davis said. “We’re with Davis for 10 minutes 4. It was held at the Red Rock grandson of Barbara Hutchin- from Jim Long of Karlin and were also remodeled. The also looking at taking away to discuss the district crisis Ranch at Soldier and hosted son. Robby and Jackie have Long LLC of Lawrence. biggest project of the sum- the $3 service fee when par- plan. by her children, Karen Olsen, a one-year-old son named “There’s no big drop in mer was the construction of ents pay online.” Back in open session, the Rod Durst and Dara Conley. Bobby. cash,” Long said. “There an enclosed breezeway be- * Approved the district’s board approved the district Barbara Hutchinson, Ken- Lyle and Sally Jo Alley at- were no difficulties in per- tween the elementary and proposed budget as present- crisis plan as presented. ny Wykert and Helen Farley tended the 84th annual Askren forming the audit. There’s re- high schools. ed. Davis said he did not re- * Offered employment con- went to the Soldier Senior reunion on Sunday, Aug. 11, ally no concerns.” Davis said that a district ceive any comments from the tracts to Randy Spencer as a Citizens meeting on Monday, at Linscott Park in Holton. * Received a spring and employee is also working public regarding the budget. regular route bus driver and Aug. 5, for their meal and mu- When it started, it was held summer maintenance re- on switching all the exte- * Received Kansas JT Troxel as the RVES eve- sical program. at Soldier Lake on the east port from Davis. Prior to the rior lights in the district to Association of School Board- ning custodian. The board Kenny Wykert was in To- side of Soldier. Dale Askren school board meeting, board LED. recommended board policy also accepted the resigna- peka on Tuesday, Aug. 6, shared that he was one month members were invited to tour * Heard a report on on- updates. tion of Esther Cumpton as and visited his brother, Bob old when the first one was all three RV school sites to line enrollment through * Received preliminary the seventh-grade volley- Wykert. held and he has only missed see maintenance work com- PowerSchool, as well as one- enrollment projections from ball coach and offered that Steve and Leota Wilkerson, one. There were 55 fam- pleted this past summer. stop enrollment from Noah Davis. Early estimates pre- coaching position to Heidi Bob and I and Merlin and ily members and two guests “It was a busy summer,” Slay, director of curriculum dict that the district’s head- Hawkins-Penny. Judy Arnold and Colin Crow- (boyfriends) in attendance: Davis said. “We’ve got more and instruction, and Davis. count will increase by more * Adjourned the meeting at son were all visitors of Max- One from the Leonard Askren done this summer than any “It went OK, and we’re than 20 students this fall. The 8:40 p.m. All board members ine Lewis at Vintage Park on family; 10 from the Earl other since I’ve been here.” already looking at ways to incoming kindergarten class were present. Thursday, Aug. 8. Askren family (six of them Several kids and adult spon- traveled from Utah and Cali- sors from the area enjoyed the fornia); and 44 from the Jess Netawaka UMC two-day Sheriff’s Camp on Askren family, including two Aug. 8 and Aug. 9. They spent from Florida that they just By Mary E. Edwards Prayers are requested also and exercise. A plan is impor- away and kindness prevails. time swimming, canoeing, met. Aug. 11 was a nice, dark, for Marcia Robertson and tant, but action, serious action, A wise man once said, “Real fishing, hiking and numerous Of the 44 from the Jess rainy, morning; a perfect day Steve Banaka, who both have is necessary. Without action, change is an inside job.” The other activities. This event Askren family, 40 of them to sleep late, drink coffee and surgery scheduled. the plan fails. heart is inside. is sponsored by the Jackson were from the Don Askren maybe read a book, but it was Marilyn led the responsive In olden times, the proph- The closing hymn was “Take County Sheriff’s Office with bunch. It was a carry-in lunch also a good day to praise God call to worship. Time was tak- ets of the Bible received di- My Life And Let It Be.” Pastor a lot of great volunteers and is and lots of visiting. They and greet friends at Netawaka en to greet one another with rections from God and were Young gave the benediction. a wonderful outreach program missed those that were not United Methodist Church. God’s peace. The hymn of supposed to deliver the mes- for the county. there. They meet each year on Mary Edwards was greeter praise was “What A Friend We sage to the people. Some- On Sunday, Aug. 11, Barba- the second Sunday of August. and acolyte. Steve Banaka was Have In Jesus.” times the people wouldn’t Send social news ra Hutchinson and her sister, The Circleville Senior Ex- offertory usher, and Verona Pastor Young Won led the accept the message. In Isa- Getting engaged or married? Marsha Morris, of Topeka at- ecutives will meet on Mon- Grannell played the recorded congregational prayer and iah 1, the people were go- Have an anniversary coming tended a baby shower for the day, Aug. 19, at the lodge hall music. prayer hymn, “Surely The ing through the rituals of up? Let us hear about it! A pub- expected baby of Robby and at noon. The club is furnish- Worship leader Marilyn Presence Of The Lord.” Af- worship, which at that time lished account of your special Jackie Flood in Newton at the ing chicken and others are Banaka gave the welcome and ter silent prayer, the pastor’s involved sacrifice of ani- news will be a special keepsake home of Kim Heincher. Sev- asked to bring a side dish. announcements. It was a joy to prayer and the Lord’s Prayer, mals, festivals and feasts for years to come. Call or come have Everett Mullins’ brother, the prayer response, “Cares of all kinds, but God was not by; we have forms you can fill Larry, and his wife, Linda, Chorus,” was sung. pleased. The message Isaiah out, or bring in your own article. from Oklahoma visiting. Marilyn read the scripture gave the people was, “Stop And don’t forget the pictures! We pray for those on our lesson, Isaiah 1:10-20. Pastor doing wrong, seek justice, en- Bring your news item to The REAL ESTATE list, adding the names of Brad Young’s sermon was “Wor- courage the oppressed and de- Holton Recorder office at 109 Banaka, who is hospitalized shipping God In Every Mo- fend the helpless.” West Fourth Street in Holton; with fluid on the lungs, and his ment.” Worship is just the begin- mail to The Holton Recorder, AUCTION sister, Jerri Denton, who got Pastor Young told about ning of our Christian journey. P.O. Box 311, Holton, Kansas, st hit in the eye with a baseball a starting a self-improvement Don’t just hear the gospel – 66436; call 364-3141; or e-mail Saturday, August 31 • 10:00 a.m. week ago. We are glad to hear project. A person might intend live it! Seek justice in and out the news to (please include Auction & Property Location: 111 East 6th St. • Onaga, KS she won’t lose her eye, but to improve his health by losing of church. 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Hendricks suggested as well as additional gravel on By Ashley Brown ent were Mayor Debbie Dreasher sending a follow-up letter with a First Street. Food so great you’ll scrape and council members Leonard second resolution. There has been McAlister’s motion to transfer your plate is exactly what you Allen, Dustin Brinkman, Nathan no change or contact regarding special machinery funds to the will find and a whole lot more McAlister, Lana Dillner and Far- 402 Annetta Ave. A resolution has special highway fund was sec- when you walk in the front rell Holthaus. Also present were been passed setting a show-cause onded by Allen and approved. Katie Martell, Kathy Riha, Nick hearing for the August meeting. McAlister also reported he was door of the Whiting Café. This Ehrhart, Crystal Kiely, James City Clerk Blackwood pro- still waiting on bids from Kenny still speaks very true after 35 Allen, Jamie Clemmons, John vided the monthly financial -re Bryan and Bob Ehrhart for drain- years with this family-oriented Crader, Jeremy Andrews, Chief port from the accountant. She age work. business. of Police Dan Wentling and City relayed a request from Kenny McAlister made a motion to On Friday, Aug. 2, the Whit- Clerk Shawna Blackwood. Bryan to have maintenance done increase water, sewer and trash ing City Council presented the Mayor Dreasher called the on the John Deere tractor. Coun- rates seven percent. Allen pro- owner, Rosa Thomas, with meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. The cil members said they would like posed an increase of five percent a plaque acknowledging the council discussed corrections to Bryan to get a bid for the work he instead, and McAlister’s motion years of success after it cel- minutes from the June 4 meet- wanted done. died for lack of a second. Coun- ebrated its 35th anniversary. ing that they received. McAlis- Dreasher read a letter from cil members discussed needing to On Aug. 1, 1984, mother ter’s motion to approve the June Hendricks requesting a proposed keep up with annual increases on and daughter duo, Gwyn Hin- 4 minutes with corrections dis- rate increase from $150 per hour utility charges. McAlister amend- man and Rosa Thomas, both cussed was seconded by Brink- to $175 per hour. The council ed his previous motion to increase originally from Denison, man and approved. The council agreed to the request. Dreasher utility rates by five percent; the established the café before also approved minutes from their also read a marketing letter from amended motion was seconded both moved to Whiting. Rosa June 18 special meeting on a Mike Peroo regarding his ac- by Allen and approved. Thomas and her husband, Wil- motion by Dillner, seconded by counting firm. Ordinances setting the new liam Thomas, became joint McAlister. Hendricks asked the council rates will be prepared for a future owners in 1991. Riha met with the council to to pass resolutions regarding 104 meeting, and the utility rate in- Straight from their kitchen, discuss street repair needed in Highland and 505 Highland, say- crease will take effect upon pub- Hinman and Thomas prepared front of her property at 206 Holt ing he would draft the resolutions lication. Prior to the rate increase, home-cooked meals and fresh Circle. Holthaus said he would and provide them to the clerk for the utility rates were: pies and desserts daily. The inspect the area the next morning. Dreasher to sign. Allen’s motion • Water: For residences in the people, customers and friends, Ehrhart asked the council for to pass a resolution regarding 104 city limits, $33.50 for the first have become Thomas’ favorite permission to attend a four-day Highland, setting a deadline of 1,000 gallons and $6 for each ad- part of her job, she said. class in Lawrence on water and Aug. 6 to remove nuisances was ditional 1,000 gallons after that; First-time customers have wastewater operator training at seconded by Brinkman and ap- for residences outside the city become regulars. Over the a cost of $145. In addition, he proved. limits, $35.50 for the first 1,000 years, the regulars have be- sought to retake the operator Brinkman’s motion to pass a gallons and $7.50 for each ad- come just like family to the exam offered on Aug. 2 and asked resolution regarding 505 High ditional 1,000 gallons after that; owners and their family and if the council would pay the test land setting a deadline of Aug. 6 for multiple dwellings, $67 for Whiting Café owner Rosa Thomas (at right in the fee of $25. After discussion, Al to remove nuisances was second- the first 2,000 gallons and $6 per friends who have worked there. photo above) and her mother, Gwyn Hinman, estab- Thomas is very humble for len’s motion to pay for the class ed by Allen and approved. 1,000 gallons after that; and for lished the Whiting Café on Aug. 1, 1984. Thomas was and test fee for an amount not to McAlister discussed contact- business and commercial custom- the business’ success. She ex- recently honored by the Whiting City Council for the presses appreciation for her exceed $170 was seconded by ing a Topeka landscaping com- ers, $39 for the first 1,000 gallons café’s 35 years of service to the Whiting community. Dillner and approved. pany regarding mowing the park, and $8.25 per 1,000 gallons after mother, Gwyn, saying she Submitted photo could not have done it with- Those present to discuss the pit if Bryan was not able to finish that. This rate was last changed in out her, and her hardworking from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on lunch menu with fried chicken bull ban were asked to choose a mowing before the July 3 event. April of 2017. employees. Most importantly, Friday from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. served every Thursday. Baby representative from each side to Bryan said he would be able to • Sewer: $27.50 for the first The café is closed on Sun- back ribs are served on the first speak. Crader spoke for those in finish it. 1,000 gallons of water used, then she thanks the customers who favor of lifting the ban and Mar- Council members and Hen- $3 for each 1,000 gallons of water continue to come back and days. Friday night of every month. tell spoke for those in favor of dricks discussed laws regarding used after that. This rate was last walk through that front door. Whiting Café serves break- Whiting Café’s staff makes keeping the ban. Kiely said that publishing. Hendricks said there changed in April of 2017. The Whiting Café is open fast, lunch and, on Friday and sells pies and offers cater- if the ban were lifted, she would are instances where recaps can • Trash: $13.03 for senior citi- Monday through Saturday nights, dinner. There is a daily ing services, too. like to see certain conditions set be published instead of an entire zens and $13.53 for all other cus- in place, such as only one per document to save on costs. tomers. This rate was last changed household. Holthaus mentioned a need to in May of 2015. Discussions were held regard- upgrade the mower. Brinkman said the city should Immanuel Lutheran Church ing a problem with dogs at large Police Chief Dan Wentling pro be receiving final plans on the and solutions for remedying that vided the monthly police report water line project within a week. problem. Heftier fines and/or and said one of the body cameras Council members discussed costs By Esther L. Ideker atoned for all of our sins. We pray Father in heaven...Thy Kingdom penalties were noted as options. needs a replacement battery, while of digital meters. The ninth Sunday after Pen- because we know that our prayers come.” The congregation pro- Brinkman’s motion to table the other still works but the soft- Brinkman said he wanted to tecost worship service at Imman- are heard and warmly received by fessed The Apostles’ Creed. discussions on the pit bull ban ware is outdated. Wentling said get a list of items to address in the uel Lutheran Church on Aug. 11 Almighty God. We pray as dear In the prayers of the church, until the August meeting, so that he would like to purchase two community building. Addition- opened with the hymn “Glory Be children ask their dear father – petitions were asked for the proc- he could review the current ordi- additional cameras and provided ally, he said he would like to get To God The Father.” Psalm 33:12- “for you have received the Spirit lamation of God’s word, prosper- nance in place and research the a $1,398 quote from Axon Enter- complete bids from Ehrhart and 22 was spoken responsively. Fol- of adoption as sons by whom we ing the work of all pastors and matter further, died for lack of a prises including cameras, mount Bryan for completion of the com- lowing the Introit, Kyrie and cry, Abba, Father!” church workers; for blessings on second and no action was taken. and cables. Brinkman’s motion munity building addition. It was Gloria in Excelsis, Elder Topher In the petition, “Thy kingdom our nation and those who lead us; McAlister noted a request to to approve the body camera pur noted the addition needed to be Dohl read the Old Testament les- come,” Jesus is telling us to pray for the troubled in mind and heart display a sign showcasing the chase was seconded by McAlister primed and painted. son from Genesis chapter 15 and for that last day when He will that they may know peace; for Royal Valley High School girls’ and approved. Holthaus’ motion to pay bills the Epistle lesson from Hebrews come down from heaven, as King those who are ill for health and basketball championship. The Brinkman noted the cost of was seconded by McAlister and chapter 11 (the faith chapter). of Kings and the Lord of Lords, healing, comfort and consola- council suggested talking with the adding another officer. Wentling approved. Pastor Michael Van Velzer in all His glory and royal majesty tion; for grateful hearts for all the Pride of Hoyt committee about said he had no one interested in Andrews asked about the sta- read the holy gospel for the day that was hidden under His human manifold gifts given us; and for helping with the cost of a sign. splitting hours with Andrews that tus of the fireworks donation. from Luke 12:22-34. The ser- nature that bears the marks of the all things needful and beneficial Andrews met with the council had been proposed previously. Brinkman suggested joining forc- mon hymn was “Come, Thou Al- cross. Of course, the final day has to us through Jesus Christ, our to ask if Robinson Park could be Council members compared costs es with the fire department in the mighty King.” Pastor Van Velzer not yet come. Even now we know Lord. The congregation joined in used on June 6, 2020, for his wed- of a full-time officer and a part- future for the fireworks show. continued the sermon theme on that the Kingdom of God has bro- The Lord’s Prayer. ding. Brinkman’s motion to allow time officer. Brinkman asked the Holthaus’ motion to adjourn The Lord’s Prayer with the “Thy ken into this world in the person The offering ushers were To- Andrews to use Robinson Park police department to provide a was seconded by McAlister and Kingdom Come.” of Jesus Christ. pher Dohl and Doug Amon. Fol- for his wedding on that date was list of equipment needed. approved. The meeting adjourned In the Old Testament, the con- Already, here in this tie, the lowing the offertory and benedic- seconded by Allen and approved. Holthaus said he would review at 8:47 p.m. gregation read the prophet Elijah Lord is taking men and women, tion, the service closed with the prays to the Lord for the widow’s boys and girls into His Kingdom last two verses of “Glory Be To son. Elijah prayed in the Spirit of through the forgiveness of their God The Father.” the Father with all boldness and sins. And so we pray that the Serving Sunday were To- confidence, through faith in the Kingdom of God would come to pher Dohl, elder; Brantley Dohl, promise of a Messiah who would us, not just there in eternity, but acolyte; Joyce Peterson, organ- cleanse him of all of his unrigh- here in time as well. We pray that ist; and Beth Mellies and Karen teousness and wash his prayer we would be converted so that we Schumann, altar committee. with forgiveness, so that the Fa- would joyfully and gladly serve Following Bible class, the NEW SCHOOL YEAR! ther would hear it and answer it. and obey Him. Immanuel members enjoyed an We can pray with even more The Kingdom of God has come “inside the church” picnic lunch, confidence and boldness because and continues to come and citi- which was shared with many. the Father has sent His Messiah zens are being added to its ranks Kylie Dohl and Kim Mellies will into the world and Christ has in ever increasing numbers. “Our be celebrating birthdays this week.
Mayetta Methodist Church
By Shirley Stauffer cial was “The Bond Of Love.” to Zane Hallauer, Micheal White Church services at Mayetta Karen Burns read the living and Rodney Rickel’s brother and Don’t miss a single issue! Methodist Church on Aug. 11 word of God from Isaiah 40:28 sister. began with Pastor Howard read- and Pastor Howard shared the Bud, Shirley, Todd, Tim and ing scripture, followed by prayer. word of God from Psalm 139:1- Everett Stauffer went to Berryton We report on all area school news, Pastor Howard announced that 12, 23-24. His message was “Who to the tractor show on Saturday. next Sunday, Aug. 18, a seminary Knows Us.” Services closed with On Friday evening, Bud and Shir- including student awards, student, Spenser Johnson, will be the circle of friendship and prayer ley enjoyed the GNBank cookout visiting the church and giving a given by Karen Burns. and the car show on the Square in short message. Karen Burns asked for prayers Holton. honor rolls, special events, Prayers were asked for Gladys of healing for her nephew, Gevan There will be a board meeting Schlodder baeginning therapy Lindeen, of Houston, Texas. He at the church on Aug. 18 with a on her shoulder; Karen’s neph- suffered a broken hip after falling potluck dinner before the meeting. school board meetings and sports! ew, who broke his hip; Dorothy at home. He also has Parkinson’s Wood, who fell; and for the com- Disease. Karen Burns visited fort of Stan White’s mother. with Darlene Rawlings on Satur- Cody Smith was the acolyte day, Aug. 10. Subscribe Now! and Robert Smith rang the bell. Stan and Wanda Whites’ YOU NAME IT! Randy Rickel took up the offering. daughter, Micheal, will celebrate HANDYMAN • NO JOB TOO SMALL Hymns sung were “Have Thine her birthday on Aug. 19. On Fri- HOME REPAIR & BLDG. MAINTENANCE Own Way Lord,” “Jesus Keep Me day, Aug. 9, Stan and Wanda BUCKET TRUCK FOR HIRE Name ______Near The Cross” and “Open My White visited with Irene White. Terry Fox • (785) 966-2628 Eyes That I May See.” The spe- The birthday song was sung Address ______City ______State ______Zip ______Thank You Phone Number ______The Holton Youth Ball Assoc. would like to thank the following businesses for their generous contributions to the Holton Youth Ball Program One-Year Subscription by their sponsorships, signs, donations, banners, etc. ❏ Jackson County $44.00 "NFSJDBO'BNJMZ*OTt#11SPQBOFt#BSSPX-PHHJOHt#BSSPX5PPMJOH4ZTUFNTt ❏ #FMM1MVNCJOHt#SBINB&YDBWBUJOHt$ISJT(SPTT$POTUSVDUJPOt$ISJT)BSSJT$POTUSVDUJPOt Other counties in Kansas $51.50 %FBOT5VC5JMFt%FOJTPO4UBUF#BOLt&EXBSE+POFTt&U[FM-BX0óDFt'BSN#VSFBV*OTVSBODFt ❏ Out of State $58.00 5IF'BSNFST4UBUF#BOLt'PTUFS'PSEt(JBOU$PNNVOJDBUJPOTt(/#BOLt(SBTT3PPUTt Mail to: Holton Recorder, Box 311, Holton, KS 66436 )BNNFSTNJUI.GH4BMFTt)BSTIBX"DDU5BY4FSWJDFt)PMUPO$PNNVOJUZ)PTQJUBMt )PMUPO%FOUBMt)PMUPO-JWFTUPDL&YDIBOHFt)PMUPO.FBU1SPDFTTJOHt)PMUPO3PUBSZt )PMUPO4VCXBZt)PMUPO7'8t+BDLTPO$PVOUZ-JWFTUPDL"TTPDJBUJPOt Clip and mail with check or money order to: +BZIBXL57"QQMJBODFt,JSL*OD#PEZ4IPQt,ZMF$POTUSVDUJPOt-BTUJOH*NQSFTTJPOTt -JGFUJNF&ZF$BSFt.D&MSPZTt.FEJDBM1IBSNBDZt.FSDFS'VOFSBM)PNFt1BVM)FJOFO"TTPDt The Holton Recorder 3BN&YUFSNJOBUPSTt3PVTI4POT5PXJOHt4DISJDL-BXt͇4IFMUFS*OTVSBODFt4POJD%SJWF*Ot 109 West 4th St. • Holton, KS 66436 4UBUF'BSN*OTVSBODFt4VMMJWBO$POTUSVDUJPOt5BDP#FMMt5BOLJOH4DIMBFHFM5BY1SFQt 785-364-3141 5IF1JOFTt5JUMF"CTUSBDU$Pt64%t8JMMJBN+FXFMMt8JMTPOT%JSFDU.PUPST5JSFTt 8JMTPO5JSFt;XPOJU[FS1SPQBOFt)PMUPO1BSLT3FDt$JUZPG)PMUPO [email protected] www.holtonrecorder.net THE HOLTON RECORDER, WEDNESDAY, AUG. 14, 2019, PAGE 11 Jackson County
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AAA MICK TREE SERVICE. Stop by and visit our roadside GARAGE SALE: 203 Wisconsin/Holton, Friday/Aug. Kansas Certified Arborist. Aerial farmers’ market! Four miles west equipped. Stump Removal. 16 5-8p.m. and Saturday/Aug. Insured. Free estimates. Holton, on Highway 16. Fresh eggs! 17th 8a.m.-12-noon. Lots of Kan., 785-383-6670. “Self-serve” produce as it brand-new/barely worn name- Holton USD #336 openings: becomes available. brand (American Eagle, Vigoss, CHRIS WOLTJE 785-364-6633 North Face) women’s clothes; C O N S T R U C T I O N : furniture; houseware items; Specializing in replacement office supplies; TONS of brand- SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS windows, vinyl siding, room NICE CHILD’S Saddle, $100; new 31 Products. additions, decks and any other Adult Western Saddle w/ Substitute license must be filed with the district. Interior or Exterior work, large breast collar, saddle blanket, BuildingBuilding Supplies Supplies Contact Lillie Baumann at [email protected] for more information. or small. Call for Estimate, stand, $250; Camping Wood; 785-633-4429. COAST-TO-COAST: Order Wage is $100 per day. 275-Gallon Water Tank, $100; Now For Summer! Carports, EASTSIDE STORAGE, Young Ducks $5 to $10; garages, storage sheds, barns, Fourth and Vermont, Holton, Red Neck Rooster, $15.00. livestock shelters, motor home (785)364-3404. Storage (785)969-9167/Holton. carports, commercial buildings. PARAPROFESSIONALS compartments for rent. EmploymentEmployment Dealer: George Uhl, Sr. 785-969-9167/Holton. This support staff assists the teachers in creating a positive learning environment MASTIFF PAINTING: General FISCAL MANAGER: The Construction, building/home Northeast Kansas Area AppliancesAppliances to facilitate the personal, social and intellectual development of students. If you repair/maintenance, power Agency on Aging is accepting enjoy working with children, this is a wonderful job. These are 10-month washing. No-Job-Too-Small, NEWAC, 5,200-BTU, $110; SPT applications for the position Countertop Dishwasher,$150; 30-Years-Experience. Free of Fiscal Manager. Applicant positions. Starting wage is $10.60 per hour. Estimates. 785-851-0911. Frigidaire Electric Kitchen will be responsible for all Stove, $160; Westinghouse SpecialSpecial Notice Notice fiscal operations of the agency Apartment-size Freezer, $80; including grant monitoring, Samsung front-load Washer *Hours at the JCMA New budgeting, analyzing, and $200; Adair Portable Washer, BUS DRIVERS Hope Center Food Pantry, reporting. The Fiscal Manager $100; Plastic and Steel Barrels. We need full route (a.m. & p.m.) and afternoon route drivers. Each route located at Fifth Street and also oversees accounts payable, (785)969-9167-Holton. Wisconsin Avenue in the accounts receivable and payroll. averages 1 ½ hours @ $22.55 per hour. A current CDL w/bus endorsement is Holton First Christian Church The successful candidate will We have appliance parts in required. A physical is required after job offer is made. basement, are from 3 p.m. to posses a bachelor’s degree in stock. Call Jayhawk TV & 6 p.m. on Thursdays. For more business or a minimum of five Appliance at 364-2241. information, call 362-7021. years experience in accounting. EOE. Submit resumes to: *NEED A BANKRUPTCY? Executive Director, Northeast BEFORE/AFTER SCHOOL PARAS Payment options available. Kansas Area Agency on Aging, Employment Before and after school paraprofessionals for the after school program. Paperwork can be done by mail. 1803 Oregon Street, Hiawatha, Free information. Euler Law KS 66434, or email to: karen. If you enjoy working with children, this is a wonderful job. These are 10-month Offices, LLP, Troy, KS 66087. [email protected]. HELP WANTED positions. Before school hours are from 7 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. After school hours Call (785)985-3561. We are a debt relief agency. We help HOLTON DAIRY QUEEN - Hammersmith Mfg. & Sales are from 3:10 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Starting wage is $10.60 per hour. people file for bankruptcy relief Now Hiring day shift. Must is accepting applications under the Bankruptcy Code. be available weekdays. We offer competitive wages, paid for the following openings in our All positions are open until filled. An application can be obtained *The Heart of Jackson Humane vacation, 401K Plan, meal Holton and Horton facilities: on our website under careers at: www.holtonks.net. Society shelter is located at discounts, tuition assistance, Applications can also be picked up at the District Office at 414 E. Eighth St. in Holton and advancement opportunities, • Finish Welders is open from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and a positive family oriented 515 Pennsylvania, Holton. All applications are to be delivered to the Monday through Saturday and environment. Apply in person • Industrial Painters district office or be e-mailed to [email protected] at other times by appointment. at 915 W. 4th St., Holton or For more information, call online at recruiting.talentreef. • Machine Operators AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY AGENCY 364-5156. com/dairy-queen Qualified individuals should at Hay Hay NEEDED: HOUSE CLEANING. Please call 401 Central Ave., Horton or NOTICE: NET-WRAPPED STRAW The City of Holton is now accepting applications for (785)554-0776. Circleville/ 1000 Vermont Ave., Holton You will be amazed at the BALES for sale, 1,050-lbs., Holton area. (785)617-0881. response you get when you SECRETARY NEEDED for place a word classified ad on MusicalMusical Instruments Instruments Jackson Heights High School, this page! Price starts at just POLICE OFFICER beginning immediately. Must be $3.55 for the first run, WANT TO BUY: Old, flat-top $2 for each following run! Applicant must be 21 years of age or older, possess a guitars, any condition. Please able to multi-task, use computer call 364-3800 evenings. and various software programs valid Kansas drivers license, and be able to pass a effectively, possess bookkeeping background check. High school diploma or GED required. Lost &Lost Found & Found skills and work with students and adults. Contact USD #335 Employment Employment Benefits include insurance, paid vacation, sick leave and LOST/STRAYED: 3 300/500lb. District Office, 364-2194 for an retirement. State Law Enforcement certification preferred, Calves; 1 black, 1 black & application. white face and 1 grey white but not required. face. 174th & J Roads. Please HouseholdHousehold Articles Articles call (785)215-9930. Applications are available online at UHL’S SECOND HAND www.holtonkansas.org or can be picked up and returned LawnLawn & Garden & Garden Thrift: Commercial Piano Movers Dolley, $200; to Holton City Hall, 430 Pennsylvania, Holton, KS 66436. BULK 100% Decorative river barrels; appliances; furniture; Applications accepted until position is filled. EOE. rock. 785-851-0053. quilting rack, $100; handi- Wanted Wanted cap equipment; plumbing; electrical; chain-link fence The Heart of Jackson Humane supplies; steel warehouse pallet Society is seeking donations racks; doors; windows; sinks. of several items for continued (785)969-9167/Holton. operations, as well as more volunteers to walk dogs at the MiscellaneousMiscellaneous shelter. For more information, 2 EXERCISE TABLES, make call the shelter at 364-5156 or offer; Airplane Plant, Christmas stop by the shelter at 414 E. Cactus; portable Sewing Eighth St. in Holton. Machine, $25. (785)364-3026.
Employment Employment PART-TIME TELLER GNBank, NA is seeking a part-time teller for its Holton location. Position requires good customer service and computer skills. Cash handling experience preferred but not required. Competitive salary based on experience. Pick up an application at 100 E. 5th Street in Holton or email resume to [email protected]. EOE THE HOLTON RECORDER, WEDNESDAY, AUG. 14, 2019, PAGE 12 The Holton Recorder REAL ESTATE Classifieds MARKETPLACE
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Jackson County Road and Bridge is currently accepting applications for a Holton: Custom Applicator • Elevator Administrative Clerk ROAD FOREMAN POSITION Lancaster: Elevator General Laborer • General Laborer • CDL Driver until Aug. 23, 2019. Effingham: Propane Driver • Meriden: General Laborer Position is for the southern part of Jackson County. Responsibilities include maintaining, repairing and building roads and bridges by supervising subordinate These are all full-time permanent positions that are eligible for our excellent benefit package of employees. Excellent mechanical skill set and strong communication skills are Health and Dental insurance, vision insurance, company paid life insurance, long term disability, flexible spending accounts, 401k and employer match, pension and paid time off. required. Three to five years similar or related experience. High School diploma or GED and a valid Kansas Class A CDL are required for this position. Applications may be The applicant must be reliable and willing to work overtime and pass a drug screening. Please email your interest to the Human Resource Manager, Susan Rash, at picked up at the Jackson County Clerk’s Office, Room 201, Jackson County [email protected] or call 785-364-3161 for more information. Courthouse, 400 New York, Holton, Kansas 66436, or at the Road and Bridge office 24569 Hwy 75, Holton, Kansas 66436 or may be obtained on the Jackson County For complete job descriptions, visit www.jacksonfarmers.com website www.jacksoncountyks.com. Alcohol and drug testing is required. 509 Lowell Ave. • Holton, Kan. • 785-364-3161 Jackson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Midland Care’s bene ts are competitive and can include CERTIFIED DIETARY MANAGER health, dental and vision insurance, company contribu- Community HealthCare System is seeking a Certified tions to retirement, Paid Time Dietary Manager to work in our hospital setting. PATIENT ACCOUNT REPRESENTATIVE o and Employee Assistance Primary duties include planning menus, ordering, Program (EAP). maintaining high standards of nutrition, quality, safety and The Holton Clinic, a department of Community HealthCare If you are motivated, sanitation. System (CHCS), is seeking a detail-oriented individual to self-directed, passionate and Successful applicants will love to cook, have creative work as a Patient Registration Representative. driven to create positive cooking ideas, be organized and friendly, and possess or The responsibilities of this position include greeting change in your community, have the ability to obtain certification to meet the patients, collecting demographic information, insurance explore our job opportunities information, and co-pays and communicating with other today. qualifications for a Dietary Manager set by the State of CHCS departments. View full job description and Kansas. submit application online at: For more information and to apply, go to www.chcsks.org Successful applicants will possess excellent customer www.midlandcare-connection.org service skills and have knowledge in a medical office setting. Holton Recorder “word and click on “Careers” or contact Human Resources at For more information and to apply, go to www.chcsks.org Midland Care is an 785-889-5026. EOE classifieds” are also uploaded and click on “Careers” or contact Human Resources at Equal Opportunity Employer. for free to our website - September subscriptions are due now! 785-889-5026. holtonrecorder.net! Renew FAST online at www.holtonrecorder.net! EOE HOLTON RECORDER, WEDNESDAY, AUG. 14, 2019, PAGE 13 Jackson Heights board approves elementary after-school program By Brian Sanders time” and 30 minutes of physi crease from the 2018-19 levy of Students at Jackson Heights cal activity with a healthy snack. 51.729 mills, it was noted. Elementary School will soon The “Reading Roadmap” n Met with new district staff have the opportunity to partici would target students in kinder members including Samantha pate in an after-school program garten through third grade, Walsh Carson, elementary physical thanks to action by the USD 335 said, while students in fourth education teacher, middle school Board of Education, although the through sixth grades would be volleyball coach and assistant board noted there are still fund involved more in STEM (sci athletic director; Jaclyn Higley, ing and transportation issues to ence, technology, engineering middle and high school Eng be worked out. and math) activities. lish language arts teacher; Brett At the board’s regular meeting The grant application was also Plattner, social studies teacher on Monday, District Superinten written with the expectation that for grades 7, 8 and 10; and Audra dent Adrianne Walsh said she the after-school program would Strube, district social worker. was waiting to hear if the district be held on Mondays, Tuesdays n Approved the meeting’s would receive a $5,559 match and Thursdays, with Wednesday agenda and consent agenda, in ing grant through the Kansas excepted because “a lot of our cluding minutes from the July 8 State Department of Education kids” participate in church youth regular meeting, monthly bills that would cover funding for the groups that day, Walsh said. and activity account reports, after-school program. Board member Kelly Ken a bond payment of $210,020 The transportation issue, how nedy, in his motion to approve and an energy lease payment of Jackson Heights High School student Jerilyn Nelson (at right on front row) is cur ever, was going to be “kind of the after -school program, said he $136,480. rently serving as secretary of Kansas FFA’s Northeast District and recently participat tricky,” as board president David would rather the program were n Discussed selling surplus ed in the Kansas FFA District Officer’s Conference. The Northeast District Officer Team Allen noted, mainly because of offered “every night,” with Fri district property including two includes, front row, from left: Leah Hudson, Rossville, sentinel; Ivy Bailey, Sabetha, after-school activity bus sched day included. The board agreed elementary milk coolers, an old reporter; and Nelson. Back row, from left: Keith Figge, Onaga, advisor; Wesley Denton, ules in the fall that may have that the final schedule would be school bus and a Dodge Caravan. Valley Heights, treasurer; Jocelyn Dvorak, Hiawatha, vice president; and Kady Figge, children participating in the af determined later. Board member Neal Keeler rec Onaga, president. Submitted photo ter-school program waiting for The main issue with the pro ommended repairing the Cara football practice to end before gram involves transportation, van and using it as a “run-around they can catch a ride home. particularly in the fall, board vehicle,” while other property But as board members noted, members noted. Walsh said she was recommended for sale. Nelson participates in state taking care of the transportation had hoped that students in the n Heard preliminary reports issue would take a back seat to program could utilize activity on enrollment for the 2019-20 enhancing the educational expe buses to get to their homes or school year from Walsh, Witte FFA district officer conference rience of those involved in the home communities at the end of and Middle and High School Jerilyn Nelson of the Jackson strengths to impact the lives of implement the skills that they after-school program. the day, but as Elementary Prin Principal Darren Shupe (see re Heights High School FFA chap FFA members. learned. “I don’t want to cancel a pro cipal Cody Witte noted, those lated story). ter participated in the Kansas Starting with an executive Other members of the North gram over transportation,” board buses tend to run later in the fall n Heard an update from Walsh FFA District Officer’s Confer committee meeting, officers east District team include: Kady member Konrad Coe said before because of middle school foot on the district’s 50th-anniversary ence (DOC) held at the Marriott were able to discuss current is Figge (Onaga), Jocelyn Dvorak the board voted unanimously to ball practices. celebration, set for Sept. 6 and 7. Convention Center in Junction sues facing Kansas FFA and (Hiawatha), Wesley Denton implement the program. Walsh also asked board mem Walsh presented board members City this past weekend. Kansas agricultural education. (Valley Heights), Ivy Bailey Walsh said she had applied for bers whether they would favor with commemorative T-shirts Nelson serves as the North Students were able to bring per (Sabetha) and Leah Hudson a KSDE-administered Kansas starting the program by inviting and noted that Johnsonville east District secretary, it was spectives from around the state (Rossville). After School Enhancement Grant select students to participate, would be on hand for the Sept. reported. She will serve on a which will be put into action by The Kansas FFA District Of seeking $8,552 in funds to im noting such invitations would 6 football game to cook brats for team of six FFA members from the Kansas FFA Association. ficers Conference is facilitated plement an after -school program be given to students “who I district patrons and others. the Northeast District, who have Officers participated in work and organized by the officers of based on the “Reading Road think would benefit from the n Heard comments from responsibilities such as serving shops led by the 2019-20 Kan the Kansas FFA Association, the map” program that would have extra reading and instruction,” Walsh on the district’s driver’s on the state executive meeting, sas FFA officers and by Garrett College of Agriculture at Kansas participants spending 30 min or opening the program to all education program, which had planning and facilitating a dis Craig of Clay Center, who is State University, and the Kansas utes in a “targeted skills time,” elementary students. Board 12 participants this summer. trict Greenhand Conference for serving as the 2019 Kansas FFA State Board of Education. 30 minutes in a “read-aloud members expressed a preference n Learned that a training ses first-year members, volunteer National Officer Candidate, Dr. The Kansas FFA Association for the latter. sion on eight touchscreen TV ing at the Kansas State Fair and Gaea Hock of Kansas State Uni has more than 9,600 members in “I’d like to do what we can sets had been held in recent days. presenting a district banquet. versity Agricultural Education, more than 200 chapters. The Na to make it accessible to as many Walsh told board members a The theme of “Stepping Up to Edie Doane of Kansas Farm Bu tional FFA Organization is the K-16 Quail kids as possible,” Kennedy said. demonstration of the sets would the Plate” encompassed the key reau, Dr. Emily Lehning of Kan largest high school vocational In other business on Monday, be held later this year. elements of identifying the of sas State University, and Kristen organization in the nation and board members: n Were reminded by Walsh ficer’s StrengthsFinder themes, Schmidt of Cargill. prepares its 653,359 members Forever sets n Approved the district’s to complete and return strategic having impactful conversations, Leaders of the Kansas State for leadership and careers in sci 2019-20 budget following a planning questionnaires. the three-component model of University College of Agri ence, business and technology two events public hearing in which no pub n Heard an update from agricultural education and creat culture welcomed officers at in agriculture. lic comment was heard. The Shupe on new building staff and district’s budget for the year in building preparations for the ing and executing workshops. a banquet and gave words of FFA’s mission is to make a pos he K-16 Quail Forever Just as each of these ideas wisdom about their year of ser itive difference in the lives of stu T cluded a property tax levy of start of the new school year at Chapter has scheduled a youth 49.831 mills, a 1.898-mill de the middle and high school. is necessary in any business or vice. As the conference drew to dents by developing their poten wingshooting clinic for this Sat organization, district officers are a close, district officers reported tial for premier leadership, per urday and a sporting clays ben expected to serve with these key on the ideas that they choose to sonal growth, and career success efit shoot for nexturday, Sat it themes in mind as they use their pursue before heading home to through agricultural education. has been announced. The wingshooting clinic for participants ages 16 and un der, to be presented by Gary Keehn of Kansas Archery in School Lunch Menus the Schools, will be held from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday at Ban Jackson Heights hamburger on a bun, mashed and milk. ner Creek Reservoir. The clinic Thursday, Aug. 15: Break potatoes and gravy, green beans, Wednesday, Aug. 21: Break will include a clay shoot, pellet fast – Pancake on a stick, fruit, fresh fruit and milk. fast – Breakfast sandwich, fruit gun information, gun safety in juice and milk; Lunch – Pep Monday, Aug. 19: Break and milk; Lunch – Spaghetti formation and archery, and all peroni pizza, lettuce salad, car fast – Breakfast pizza or cereal, with meat sauce, green beans, supplies will be provided. rots and cucumber slices, fruit choice of fruit and/or juice and salad, garlic breadstick, fruit This event is free, and lunch and milk. milk; Lunch – Chicken nuggets and milk. will be provided by the chapter. Friday, Aug. 16: Breakfast or sloppy joe, seasoned brown Thursday, Aug. 22: Break Participants are asked to enter – Biscuit with sausage gravy, rice, vegetable medley, fruit and fast – Biscuit and gravy, fruit from N Road and follow “Quail fruit, juice and milk; Lunch milk. and milk; Lunch – Chicken Forever” signs. – Chicken wrap, Sun Chips, Tuesday, Aug. 20: Breakfast wrap, lettuce and tomato, broc Then, on Saturday, Aug. 24, tossed salad, broccoli florets, – Pancake on a stick or cereal, coli, rice krispy treat, fruit and the chapter will host a sporting fruit and milk. choice of fruit and/or juice and milk. clays benefit shoot from 8:30 Monday, Aug. 19: Break milk; Lunch – Super nachos or Friday, Aug. 23: Breakfast – a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Cokeley fast – Blueberry muffin, yogurt, crispito, romaine, salsa, Mexi Breakfast pizza, fruit and milk; Farms, 7230 126th Rd., Delia. fruit, juice and milk; Lunch – can beans, fresh fruit and milk. Lunch – Pizza, salad, carrots, Participants will be charged $40 Pork rib sandwich, sweet potato Wednesday, Aug. 21: Break fruit and milk. per round of 50 shooting clays, fries, lettuce salad, sliced toma fast – Homemade cinnamon roll Prairie Hills and lunch will be provided by to, fruit and milk. or cereal, choice of fruit and/or Thursday, Aug. 22: Break the chapter, it was reported. Tuesday, Aug. 20: Break juice and milk; Lunch – Cheese fast – Sausage or egg biscuit There will also be a drawing fast – Cheese omelet, oatmeal breadsticks with marinara or sandwich; Lunch – Cheese for a Beretta A-300 Outlander square, fruit, juice and milk; chicken on a bun, corn, garden burger on a whole-grain bun, shotgun; tickets may be pur Lunch – Corn dog, tater tots, salad, fresh fruit and milk. baked beans, puzzle tots, spin chased for $5 each, or $20 for green beans, fruit, chocolate Thursday, Aug. 22: Break ach garden salad, watermelon five. Each shooter entry will chip cookie and milk. fast – Sausage and cheese bis and milk. earn a drawing ticket. Wednesday, Aug. 21: Break cuit or cereal, choice of fruit Friday, Aug. 23: Breakfast Proceeds from the ben fast – Breakfast pizza, fruit, and/or juice and milk; Lunch – – Breakfast pizza; Lunch – efit shoot will go to the shoot juice and milk; Lunch – Taco Turkey fritter or hamburger on Whole-grain popcorn chicken, ing team at Valley Falls High salad, tortilla chips, tomato sal a bun, coleslaw, baked beans, whole-grain soft pretzel with School. sa, refried beans, lettuce salad, fresh fruit and milk. cheese sauce, carrots and cu For more information on the fruit and milk. Friday, Aug. 23: Breakfast cumbers, corn, strawberries and K-16 Quail Forever chapter or Thursday, Aug. 22: Break – Whole-grain muffin or cereal, bananas and milk. either of the above events, call fast – Pancakes, sausage patty, choice of fruit and/or juice and Note: Menus subject to Greg Tanking at (785) 305-1417 fruit, juice and milk; Lunch – milk; Lunch – Pizza or burrito change. or Jerry Valdez at (785) 577-6127. Turkey and cheese sandwich, with salsa, carrots and broccoli ranch fries, sliced cucumbers, florets, cherry crisp (6-12), fresh fruit and milk. fruit and milk. Friday, Aug. 23: Breakfast – Royal Valley Biscuit with sausage gravy, fruit, Thursday, Aug. 15: Break juice and milk; Lunch – Baked fast – Biscuit and gravy, fruit chicken drumstick, mashed po and milk; Lunch – Chicken tatoes and gravy, corn, whole- strips, french fries, carrots and Reg Sale wheat roll (9-12), salad, fruit broccoli, roll, fruit and milk. $ Public Notice and milk. Friday, Aug. 16: Breakfast – Amana Washer ...... $469 ...... 397 Holton Breakfast pizza, fruit and milk; $ Thursday, Aug. 15: Break Lunch – Italian dunkers with Amana Dryer ...... $469 ...... (Published in The Holton described real estate: 397 Recorder, Holton, Kan., on fast – Sausage and cheese biscuit sauce, salad, corn, fruit and $ or cereal, choice of fruit and/or milk. Whirlpool Refrigerator....$1,499 ...... Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2019.) A tract of land in the 1,199 Southwest Fractional juice and milk; Lunch – Pizza Monday, Aug. 19: Breakfast Side by side, stainless steel or turkey and cheese sub, grape – Pancake on a stick, fruit and BEFORE THE Quarter of Section 18, tomatoes, cucumbers, fresh fruit milk; Lunch – Crispitos, corn, JACKSON COUNTY Township 8 South, Range 16 Chest Freezers Starting at $199 th and milk. refried beans, fruit and milk. APPEALS BOARD East of the 6 P.M., Jackson Friday, Aug. 16: Breakfast – Tuesday, Aug. 20: Breakfast County, Kansas described Pancakes and sausage or cereal, – Star spangled pancakes, fruit Marine Radios & Antennas in stock! NOTICE OF HEARING as follows: Commencing choice of fruit and/or juice and and milk; Lunch – Pork rib on at the Southwest Corner of milk; Lunch – Chicken patty or a bun, french fries, carrots, fruit TO ALL PARTIES said Southwest Fractional Stop by and check out CONCERNED: Quarter, thence North 16 rods, thence East 10 rods, the new lineup of Traeger Grills! You are hereby notified that thence South 16 rods, thence Prices starting at $499 the Jackson County Board West 10 rods to the place of of Zoning Appeals will meet beginning, Jackson County, Check out our Rubs, Sauces & Pellets for Traeger Grills! at 8:00 p.m., the 12th day Kansas. We repair iPhone screens! of September, 2019 at the Jackson County Courthouse The public is invited to the We sell the best and service the rest! located at 400 New York Ave., hearing to express their opin- 435 New York Holton, Kansas, to consider ion on the application. Holton, KS 66436 the following application. Jayhawk TV (785) 364-2241 Jason Claycamp [email protected] Application filed by Amanda Zoning Administrator & Appliances Gross, requesting a Special Jackson County, Kansas 12 Mo., No Interest - MMP w/Approved Credit We can and will match the advertised prices of discount Use Permit for operation of a We service all Major Brands of Appliances w/over 30 years of Experience! stores model for model number on Maytag & Whirlpool. Dog Kennel on the following L66t1 HOLTON RECORDER, WEDNESDAY, AUG. 14, 2019, PAGE 14 n Cowger... Continued from Page 1 Jackson County Sheriff’s Day Camp While Cowger and husband champion honors in open class Cowger’s hard work. Arch did not have children competition at the fair. “The stitches on the appliqué of their own, she did have 27 She’s not sure how long it work are so fine that a lot of nieces and nephews, and she took to put this particular quilt people think it’s done on a made quilts for every one of together, but she did get some machine,” Spiker said. them, according to her niece, help from a “distant relation,” Friends and family said that’s Connie Trimble of Delia. But Marilyn Spiker of Holton, a credit to an asset that Cowger Cowger’s generosity didn’t stop and Mary Pfeiler, co-owner has — her eyesight. there. of Holton’s Quilting On The “We’re grateful that she “She made a lot of quilts,” Square, in assembling the quilt. can still do the handiwork and Trim ble said. “She’s also made “I had the blocks all done. I has the eyesight,” Gross said. some for her friends.” don’t know how long it took “That’s a big part of it right And, of course, Cowger has to finish,” Cowger said. “The there.” put together the occasional quilt blocks were all put together But in a manner of speaking, for a good cause, such as the by hand, with the appliqué and Cowger credits her longevity hospital auxiliary and Jackson everything. Marilyn took the — and the fact that she’s still County’s 4-H program, both of material and put the border on putting quilts together — to which have used her donated and set it together for me.” something else. quilts in fund-raising activities. Spiker said the detail evident “It’s just hard work, I guess,” Two of her quilts earned grand at the quilt is a testament to she said. n JH B.O.E... Continued from Page 1 grade, 19 in eighth grade, kindergarten students who played a part in that decision,” 23 high school freshmen, 33 would be age-eligible to Walsh said. sophomores, 20 juniors and 34 begin kindergarten — five Enrollment numbers will be seniors. years old by Aug. 31 — will final ized on Sept. 20, the date District Superintendent instead spend another year in that school districts across Adrianne Walsh noted that preschool at the behest of their Kansas submit their official this year’s kindergarten parents. head counts to the Kansas class would be affected by “Some of them have summer State Department of Education the fact that at least six pre- birthdays, so I’m assuming that for funding purposes. n Tax Collection... Continued from Page 1 with the state and obtain a from remote online retailers, tax, was passed by the House sales and/or use tax account most set minimum annual and Senate but was vetoed number in order to starting sales or transaction thresholds by Gov. Laura Kelly, saying collecting and remitting the to exempt small businesses, it would “dismantle all the state’s 6.5 percent sales tax, it it was reported. Kansas’ new progress we’ve made” to get was reported. policy does not exempt any out of a budget crisis. Kansas is a member of the business – small or large. Part of that bill included Streamlined Sales and Use Marketplace facilitators, enacting the Kansas Main Tax Governing Board (SST- such as Amazon, eBay and Street Parity Act requiring GB) and remote sellers can Etsy, are also being asked to marketplace facilitators and register for all 24 of the SST- contact the KDOR and enter out-of-state retailers with at GB member states by com- into a “voluntary compliance least $100,000 in total gross pleting one online application agreement” with the depart- sales in Kansas to begin col- at www.sstregister.org. ment for tax collection, it was lecting and remitting Kansas Remote sellers can also reported. sales tax. register with just the state of A marketplace facilitator is Lawmakers estimated that Kansas at www.ksrevenue. a person or company that fa- this bill would have increased org. Once the application cilitates sales by such retailer state revenues by $41.1 mil- is complete, a confirmation through a physical or elec- lion in 2020, including $34.4 number is issued for both the tronic marketplace. million in the state general registration and account num- Earlier this year, Kansas fund. ber. lawmakers proposed Sen- Additional copies of the According to the KDOR no- ate Bill 22 in order to collect KDOR notice, forms or publi- tice, failing to register may more sales tax from online re- cations are available at www. result in “administrative en- tailers. ksrevenue.org. Business own- forcement action.” SB 22, which included sev- ers may also contact the Tax- While most states now have eral tax changes for both in- payer Assistance Center at policies to collect sales tax dividual and business income 785-368-8222. Turner Long is shown in the top photo on a green paddle board at Banner Creek Reservoir as part of the Jackson County Sheriff’s Day Camp held last Thursday and n Friday. A total of 240 area children attended the annual day camp at the reservoir, it Holton B.O.E... was reported. Above, a group of fourth, fifth and sixth-grade students are shown using Continued from Page 1 the reservoir’s kayaks, paddle boards and paddle boats. Photos by Ali Holcomb Superintendent Bob Davies to 5:30 p.m.) will cost $40 per training, it was reported. said there were still “a lot of month). *Approved a motion to con- little things’’ to get done be- *Approved a motion 5-0 tinue its insurance consulta- fore today (Wednesday). Two with two members absent tion agreement with Keller- different colors of white paint (Shelby Patch and Christina man Insurance, under the were also noticed where the Murphy) to increase the daily same fee agreement ($9,000). paint was supposed to match. pay for substitute teachers The district’s property, li- “The workers basically had from $90 to $100. ability, worker’s compensa- to replumb three units on the *Approved the following tion and vehicle insurance all third floor,’’ Davies said of new hires - Katrenia Luthi, comes due Oct. 18. the condensation issue. HES teacher; Brittany De- *Heard a preliminary en- Davies and Porter said they Barge, high school counselor rollment report that estimated were assured by workers that secretary; Geonalvia Pollock, 1,138 students. If that enroll- the high school’s AC would HMS food service; Pam Mann, ment count is close to actual be working properly today. HMS library para; Shelby that will be reported later A budget hearing held prior Pruett, HES para; Katlyn in September, that number to Monday evening’s board Martin, HES para; RayAnn would be about 18 less than meeting drew no interest or Reed, HES para; Maryann last year. public comment from patrons Knight-Malmend, HES para; *Heard a transportation re- and the budget was approved Hailey Bluml, MS assistant port from Ginger Binkley, as presented. girls basketball coach; Krista director. Binkley said new Regarding the proposed Schloo, JHES special ed para; cameras purchased for this budget, Davies said funds al- Wileta Hughes, RVHS spe- year had been added to the ready listed in capital outlay cial ed para; Rachel Boyett, route buses. She also reported have already been allocated. RVMS special ed para; Mandy that she was getting student The local option budget, orig- Saxton, HES special ed para; “cards’’ ready to go for those inally designed for special Irene Kiefer, HMS special ed students who will be riding projects, is actually used to para; Gail Wege, OES special school buses. pay a lot of the district’s an- ed para; Jessica Brauer, HHS Binkley reported that, so nual fixed expenses – such as special ed para; Mary Stoll, far, 406 students had been salaries, benefits and utilities. RVES special ed para; Mat- signed up to take the bus to At the meeting, board mem- thew Switzer, RVMS special and from school (over the 2.5 bers also received inspection ed para; and Colleen Blodig, mile distance), 156 had been reports from the Partner com- HES special ed para. signed up for the shuttle buses pany of Kansas City regard- *Accepted the following around town and 18 had been ing the old Central school resignations - Richard Camp- signed up pay to ride (to un- and the Fresh Start building bell, HES custodian; Jessica scheduled locations). (formerly known as the old Rogers, HMS assistant track *Agreed to hold the school fair building). Details of that coach; Julie Morris, HMS as- board’s Sept. 9 meeting at the inspection will be outlined in sistant secretary; June Simon, high school, so board mem- an upcoming edition. HMS special ed para; Jenni- bers can view the new heating Karen Williams, principal fer Johnson, RVMS special and cooling improvements. of HES, shared with the board ed para; and Secoyah Ross, *Approved bills totaling the school’s August newslet- RVES special ed para. $255,885.04. ter that outlined behavior ex- *Approved the following *Learned that a meeting is pectations at the school and transfer - Nicole Bell, from being scheduled in Septem- also listed how staff will be RVHS part-time special ed ber with the builders of HES, responding to “behavior situ- para to RVES full-time spe- and respective attorneys, to ations’’ at the school this year. cial ed para. discuss the problem with el- Williams said administration *Accepted the retirement evated lead in the water at the will inform parents this year notice of Diann Strader, HES school. of any incidents occurring in teacher, effective Sept. 1. “I feel like we’re moving in their child’s classroom and *Approved the following a positive direction,’’ Davies the duration of any incidents. high school band trips - Mid- said of the upcoming meeting. “I don’t want any more America Nazarene halftime *Met in executive session calls,’’ said board member show at Olathe on Oct. 5 and for three times for a total of Mike Ford. “I have assured Southern Plains Marching 45 minutes with Davies, Wil- parents their kids will be Festival on Oct. 30. liams and Chris Kasson (as- safe.’’ *Received job descrip- sistant principal at HES) to Ford said information tions for the following jobs discuss non-elected personnel shared at a recent meeting be- to review - bus driver, high issues. tween a group of concerned school language arts teacher, *Met in executive session parents, Davies and two board high school business and web twice for a total of 30 minutes members “scared him.’’ design teacher, high school with Davies to discuss non- “We don’t want the issues of computer teacher, social elected personnel. last year,’’ Ford said. studies teacher and assistant *Upon returning to open In other business, the school maintenance director. session, approved a mo- board: *Approved preschool teach- tion 5-0 to hire Ruth Weber *Learned about a before er training for Tuesday, Sept. as assistant superintendent school and after school pro- 10 to Thursday, Sept. 12 at and director of curriculum gram that will be offered at the Early Childhood Learn- and instruction at a salary of HES Monday through Friday. ing Symposium at Wichita. $80,000 per year. No other The 45-minute morning pro- Preschool classes will not be information about Weber was gram (7 a.m. to 7:45 a.m.) will held that day. The new at-risk available at press time today. cost $20 per month and the af- grant for teaching four-year- *Adjourned the meeting at ter school program (3:10 p.m. olds requires some specific 9:35 p.m.