December 2014 – Page 61 – Hays Post Archive

Hays clinic receives ACA funds for quality improvement

Posted on December 10, 2014December 10, 2014

By KHI NEWS SERVICE

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Health and Human Services Secretary Sylvia Burwell has announced $36.3 million in Affordable Care Act funding to more than 1,000 health centers – including 15 in Kansas – to recognize quality improvement achievements and invest in ongoing quality improvement activities.

The health centers receiving awards are leaders in areas such as chronic disease management, preventive care and the use of electronic health records to report quality data.

Kansas health centers and the amount of their awards are:

• Center for Health and Wellness, Wichita, $4,414.

• Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas, Pittsburg, $24,542.

• Shawnee County, Topeka, $38,552.

• First Care Clinic, Hays, $20,149.

• Flint Hills Community Health Center, Emporia, $27,267.

• Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Topeka, $7,505.

• Health Ministries Clinic, Newton, $6,512.

• Health Partnership Clinic of Johnson County, Olathe, $22,320.

• Heart of Kansas Family Health Care, Great Bend, $38,712.

• Heartland Medical Clinic, Lawrence, $13,076.

• Hunter Health Clinic, Wichita, $29,071.

• Konza Prairie Community Health Center, Junction City, $51,143.

• Prairiestar Health Center, Hutchinson, $26,736.

• Salina Health Education Foundation, Salina, $9,838.

• United Methodist Western Kansas Mexican-American Ministries, Garden City, $20,421.

“This funding rewards health centers that have a proven track record in clinical quality improvement, which translates to better patient care, and it allows them to expand and improve their systems and infrastructure to bring the highest quality primary care services to the communities they serve,” Secretary Burwell said.

Nearly 1,300 HRSA-supported health centers operate more than 9,200 service delivery sites that provide care to nearly 22 million patients in every state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the Pacific Basin.

FHSU’s Jordan, Williams, Te’i, Lindsey named to Don Hansen All-Super Region 3 Team

Posted on December 10, 2014

FHSU Athletics

Fort Hays State had four student-athletes named to the Don Hansen All-Super Region 3 Football Team for the 2014 season, released on Wednesday (Dec. 10). Michael Jordaon has been named to the second team, while Ed Williams, Joita Te’i and Nathan Lindsey are named to the third team.

CLICK HERE for the entire Don Hansen All-Super Region 3 Team for 2014.

A senior from Kerens, Texas, Jordan finished with 250 tackles in his career, sixth-most in Fort Hays State’s NCAA Division II history. He also finished with six interceptions, 10 pass break-ups, five forced fumbles, and three fumble recoveries in his career. This season, he finished third on the team in tackles with 80, adding an interception, a sack, and an MIAA-best four forced fumbles. He had a hand in seven turnovers this year for the Tigers, which includes the four forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries, and one interception. An All-MIAA First Team selection, this is Jordan’s third Super Region 3 honor this year, after earning first-team honors by Daktronics and honorable mention honors by Beyond Sports Network.

Williams, a senior from Tampa, Fla., was an All-MIAA First Team selection at wide receiver, posting the sixth most receiving yards for a season in FHSU history with 946 on 53 catches. The reception total tied for 10th most in a single season at FHSU. His 86 receiving yards per game average was eighth-best for a single season in FHSU history. He finished with 1,617 receiving yards in his three-year career at FHSU, moving to 10th all-time in receiving yards. His 14 career receiving touchdowns ties for ninth most in school history. This is Williams’ second Super Region 3 honor this year after earning honorable mention honors by Beyond Sports Network.

Te’i, a senior from Oceanside, Calif., was an All-MIAA Second Team selection on the defensive line. Te’i was one of the top pass rushers in the MIAA this year with a team-high five sacks. He finished with 28 tackles, including 8.5 that went for losses. He tied for seventh in the MIAA in sacks during the regular season. He recorded three of the five sacks in Fort Hays State’s 7-6 win over nationally-ranked Pittsburg State. In his two-year career at FHSU, he produced 66 tackles, 13 tackles for loss, five sacks, two forced fumbles, and a fumble recovery.

Lindsey, a senior from Inkster, Mich., was an All-MIAA Second Team selection at defensive back. Lindsey had a great all-around season, finishing with 41 tackles, one sack, 5.5 tackles for loss, four pass break-ups, two fumble recoveries, and one blocked kick. He tied for the team lead in interceptions with three. His best game of the season came against Missouri Southern, in which he recorded five tackles, two fumble recoveries (one for a 49-yard touchdown), a sack, an interception, and a 92-yard kickoff return for a touchdown. The effort gained him Division II National Athlete of the Week honors by Beyond Sports Network. In his two-year career at FHSU, Lindsey finished with 85 tackles, two forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries, four interceptions, and 291 kick return yards. He had three touchdown returns in his career, one kick, one fumble, and one interception.

Eula Baxter

Posted on December 10, 2014

Eula Baxter, age 82, of Hays passed away December 7, 2014 at her home. She was born December 7, 1931 in Campus, KS to Albert and Belle (Miller) Wilson. She married William Mayfield Baxter on May 6, 1951. He preceded her in death November 24, 1988. Eula was a homemaker

She is survived by two sons, Bart Baxter and wife Sharron of Hanna, WY and Thad Baxter of Keller, TX; three daughters, Lori Schlageck and husband Mark of Fall Brook, CA, Mitzi Oetting and husband Bill of St. Paul, MN and Roxie Baxter of Dallas, TX; grandchildren, Eric Dexter, Damian Dechant, Blayne, Shane and Bevan Moody, Waylon, Travena and Jason Haselhorst, Jordan Billinger and Conor Baxter and great grandchildren, Zane, Ian, Emerson, Adeleigh, Tommie, Cameron, Cheyenne, Kara, and Charlize.

She was preceded in death by Parents, a daughter, Gwen Moody; a sister, Fredonia “Fritz” Fischer; two grandchildren, Shayna and Chandler Moody and a great granddaughter, Madison Moody

Graveside services will be 1:30 PM, Friday, December 12, 2014 at Mt. Allen Cemetery in Hays.

Memorial contributions are suggested to: Meals on Wheels or the United Methodist Church.

Arrangements in care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.

Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or emailed to [email protected].

Barton Co. asking for help to find drug suspect

Posted on December 10, 2014December 10, 2014

Great Bend Post

GREAT BEND-The Barton County Sheriff’s Office and local law enforcement are asking the public’s assistance in the location and apprehension of Justin E. Peterson.

Officials say Peterson skipped bond in June, when he failed to appear in the Barton County District Court.

Several other warrants have been issued for his arrest. Peterson was out on bond stemming from drug- related and other charges. He has a history of violent crime and weapons violations.

Peterson is described as a white male, 27 years of age, six feet tall, 200 pounds, brown hair and blue eyes.

He also has numerous tattoos.

If you have information as to the whereabouts of Justin E. Peterson, please contact the Barton County Sheriff’s Office at (620)-793-1876 or your local law enforcement agency.

Three hospitalized after car slides across bridge

Posted on December 10, 2014

MIAMI COUNTY- Three people were injured in an accident just before 9:30 a.m. in Miami County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2003 Honda Accord driven by Alan D. Stambaugh, 66, Wichita, was traveling northbound on Interstate 35 in the number one lane. The driver lost control as the vehicle traveled across a bridge.

The Honda left the roadway, traveled through a grass median and entered the southbound lanes.

A southbound 1996 Lexus driven by Dana M. McCullough, 43, Ottawa, struck the Honda in the passenger’s side front axle and doors.

The Honda left the roadway again.

Passengers in the Honda Amy M. McCleary, 20, Wichita, and a one-year old were transported to Overland Park Regional Medical Center.
The KHP reported Stambaugh was possibly injured but not where he was treated.

McCullough was transported to the Ottawa Hospital.
All were properly restrained at the time of the accident the KHP said.

Russell Allen Hensley

Posted on December 10, 2014

Russell Allen Hensley, 41, of Russell, Kansas, passed away at his home in Russell after a short illness.

Russell was born March 26, 1973, in Lincoln, Nebraska, the son of Delbert and June (Gray) Hensley. He was a 1991 graduate of Kearney High School in Kearney, Nebraska. He lived in Russell since 1996 coming from Hastings, Nebraska.

Russell was married to Michele McCullough on September 22, 2001, in Russell, Kansas.

Russell had worked as a cashier at Casey’s General Store in Russell, Kansas. He was a member of the 2nd Baptist Church of Russell, Kansas and an Assistant Leader for the Boy Scouts Troop #118 of Russell. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, cooking, watching movies, and collecting family photographs.

Russell is survived by his wife, Michele, of the home, step-daughters, Cassandra of Omaha, Nebraska and Alisha of Sydney, Nebraska, two sisters, Toni Burchfield of Independence, Oregon and Muriel Smith (Walter) of Russell, Kansas.

He was preceded in death by his father, grandparents, and step-sister Cindy Hensley.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 11, 2014 from 9am to 6pm with a Gathering Service with Pastor Eric Malone officiating at 6pm at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, Kansas. Graveside Services will be on Friday, December 12 at 11:30 am at the Evergreen Cemetery in Superior, Nebraska. Memorials may be made to the Boy Scouts Troop #118 in care of Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary who is in charge of these arrangements.

Bradley Arthur Baral

Posted on December 10, 2014

Bradley Arthur Baral, 56, of Bunker Hill, Kansas passed away on Monday, December 8, 2014 at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas.

Bradley was born January 1, 1958 in Ellsworth, Kansas. He grew up and attended school in Bunker Hill. He graduated from Luray High School and then obtained his Associates Degree in Agriculture at Colby County Community College. After school he returned to Bunker Hill where he lived his whole life.

Bradley was a Crop Production Manager for Krug Farms, Inc. for over 33 years. Besides farming he also raised sheep. He was a member of the Bunker Hill United Methodist Church. He also belonged to the Bunker Hill Lions Club, received his 25 years pin with the Russell Masonic Lodge, Grand Master of the Bunker Hill Masonic Lodge, and was past Mayor and City Councilman for Bunker Hill.

Bradley’s surviving family include his sister, Laura Seirer of Bunker Hill, Kansas; longtime companion, Jayne Feldkemp of Lincoln, Kansas; her daughter Ashley Wolting (Cody) of Lincoln, Kansas and her son Jonathan Feldkemp (Morgan) of Gardner, Kansas; and his dogs Anzelo and Rhiannon. He was preceded in death by his parents and Jayne’s son, Benjamin Feldkemp.

Celebration of Bradley’s Life will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, December 12, 2014 at St. John Lutheran Church with Pastor Roger Dennis officiating. Burial will follow at the Bunker Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday, December 11, 2014 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary from 9 AM to 8 PM. A Memorial has been established with the Bunker Hill Lions Club. Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Seth Scott Louder

Posted on December 10, 2014

Seth Scott Louder, 82, of Russell, Kansas passed away on Sunday, December 07, 2014 at his home in Russell.

Seth was born on February 19, 1932 in Lincoln, Kansas, the son of Thomas Jefferson and Stella (Peckham) Louder. He grew up in Lincoln and Burr Oak, Kansas, and graduated from Burr Oak High School in 1950. After high school he attended Fort Hays State University in Hays, Kansas.

In 1952 he joined the United States Navy and served until 1956. Also that same year, he moved to Russell. Later he met, fell in love and was united in marriage to Bonnie Faye Clark on June 20, 1957 in Ord, Nebraska. From this union, Seth and Bonnie were blessed with 4 children Tanya, Patrick, Phyllis and Michael. He worked for many years with the City of Russell and retired from the Russell Power Plant. He also worked in the oil fields, and worked for Abco Wire, Farley Machine Shop, George Richard’s Machine Shop and Bishop Machine Shop. He was a member and Past Commander of the American Legion Post #99, Masonic Lodge #177, ISIS Shrine and Scottish Rite both of Salina He enjoyed fishing, hunting, coon hunting and auto mechanics. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Surviving family include his wife Bonnie of the home; children Tanya LaMastus and husband Ronnie of Roxbury, Kansas, Patrick Louder of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Phyllis Voldrich of Wichita, Kansas and Michael Louder and wife Kathy of Russell; 8 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and 12 brothers and sisters.

A celebration of Seth’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Thursday, December 11, 2014, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell with Pastor John Thompson officiating. Burial will follow at the Russell City Cemetery where Military Rites will be conducted by the Russell V.F.W. Post #6240 Honor Guard. Visitation will be from 9:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Wednesday, December 10, 2014, at the mortuary with family present to greet guests from 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Wednesday evening. Memorials can be given to Shriner’s Children’s Hospital and sent in care of the mortuary. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.

Five from Hutch, Great Bend face federal charges in counterfeiting case

Posted on December 10, 2014

WICHITA — Five people from Hutchinson and Great Bend have been charged in federal court as a result of an investigation into counterfeiting.

The office of U.S. Attorney Barry Grissom said in a news release Wednesday that John P. Stark, 47, Great Bend; Deona L. McNutt, 24, Great Bend; Alyssa Dannebohm, 30, Hutchinson; and Keith M. Dannebohm, 22, Hutchinson, have been charged with counterfeiting $100 bills. In the same case, Justin E. Herren, 30, Great Bent, was charged with one count of passing two $100 bills.

In addition, Stark is charged with one count of unlawful possession of a firearm following a felony conviction and three counts of making counterfeit bills.

If convicted, the defendants face a maximum penalty of 10 years and a fine up to $250,000 on the firearms charge, and a maximum penalty of 20 years and a fine up to $250,000 on each of the other counts.

The U.S. Secret Service and the Department of Homeland Security investigated. Assistant U.S. Attorney Matt Treaster is prosecuting.

U.S. Attorney: Two Ellis County residents face federal drug charges

Posted on December 10, 2014December 10, 2014

WICHITA — Two Ellis County residents have been charged in federal court on drug-related charges, according to the office of U.S. Attorney Barry Grissom.

In a news release, Grissom’s office said Joseph Anthony Ransom, 29, Ellis, and Carly Marie Dreiling, 21, Hays, have been charged with one count of growing 181 marijuana plants in the basement of their residence, one count of possessing 181 marijuana plants, and one count of unlawful possession of a firearm in furtherance of drug trafficking.

The crimes are alleged to have occurred Sept. 25 in Ellis County.

If convicted, they face a maximum penalty of 20 years and a fine up to $1 million on each of the drug charges; and a penalty of not less than five years and a fine up to $250,000 on the firearm charge.

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives investigated. Assistant U.S. Attorney David Lind is prosecuting.

Weekend system could bring wintry weather back to NW Kan.

Posted on December 10, 2014

Winter weather could be making its way into northwest Kansas this weekend.

The National Weather Service said Tuesday that an upper-level storm system will sweep across the area late this weekend, bringing with it the potential for gusting winds and snow accumulation.

“Give the uncertainty of the track of this weekend’s storm system, it is too early to tell snowfall amounts and where the higehr snowfall will occur,” the NWS statement said.

Most of western Kansas was included in the NWS’s “special weather statement.”

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Larned woman hospitalized after rollover accident

Posted on December 10, 2014December 10, 2014

RUSH CENTER- A Larned woman was injured in an accident just after 7 a.m. on Wednesday in Pawnee County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2004 Chevy Avalanche driven by Lindsey N. Miller, 31, was southbound on U.S. 183 fifteen miles south of Rush Center.

The vehicle crossed the centerline and drove onto the east shoulder.

The driver overcorrected, the vehicle turned sideways and rolled multiple times, coming to rest in the west ditch.

Miller was transported to Pawnee Valley Community Hospital and then flown to Wesley Medical Center in Wichita.
The KHP reported she was not wearing a seat belt.

Kan. woman dies after driver runs stop sign

Posted on December 10, 2014December 10, 2014

LIBERAL – A Kansas woman died in an accident just before 7 a.m. on Wednesday in Seward County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2011 Chevy passenger car driven by Patricia A. Amerin, Plains, was westbound on County Road 7 one mile north of Liberal.

The driver failed to stop at a stop sign and crashed into a 2011 Lincoln passenger car driven by Rita M. Shogren, 55, Satanta, that was southbound on U.S. 83.

Shogren was pronounced dead a the scene and transported to Brennamen Mortuary.

The KHP reported Amerin was transported to Southwest Medical Center and she was not wearing a seat belt.