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Aaron Thomas Jamison

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screen-shot-2016-12-21-at-10-31-42-amAaron Thomas Jamison was born to Newton and Elma Jamison in Quinter KS on May 18, 1931. He passed away at the age of 85 at his home in Lawrence, KS where he and his wife Dorothy have lived for the last three years on December 19, 2016. The Jamison family moved to Iowa shortly after Tom was born where they spent two years before moving to Denver CO in 1937. In 1943 the family moved back to Quinter KS where he graduated from Quinter High School in 1949.

He was joined in marriage to Dorothy Kysar from Quinter, KS on May 27, 1951 and they celebrated 65 years of marriage in 2016. Tom and Dorothy moved to a farm near Hoxie KS in 1951. They were blessed with the birth of their son Jon in 1952. Tom farmed and raised cattle until he retired, and was honored over the years with several land conservation and water management awards. He was active in Sheridan County over the years, serving two terms on the Hoxie High School Board and was the chairman of the board of Sheridan County Commissioners. Tom loved to travel with Dorothy and loved the southwest US states where they took numerous vacations over the years. He enjoyed woodworking, gardening and was an avid reader of world history, geography and biblical history. His favorite countries to visit were Israel, Italy and Scotland. The most important thing to him was his faith and his love for his immediate and extended family and he cherished his relationship with his friends and neighbors in Sheridan and Gove counties.

Tom will be remembered as a good neighbor, a man always willing to lend a hand to those in need and his honesty, compassion and friendship will be remembered by all that he touched over his lifetime.

Survivors include his wife Dorothy of Lawrence, KS; his son Jon and wife Vicki of Lawrence, KS; grandson Joshua of Lawrence, KS; grandaughter Allison of Chicago, IL; brother Marlan Jamison of Quinter, KS; brothers Richard Jamison and Ronald Jamison of Regina, NM; and sister and brother-in-law Dyann and Clair Armstrong of Wauseon, OH; sister-in-law Marian Shaw of Oxnard, CA, sister-in-law Kathleen Howard of Topeka, KS, brother and sister in-law Douglas and Patricia Kysar of Palco, KS and brother and sister-in-law Gilbert and Penny Kysar of Olathe, CO. Tom was blessed with 23 nieces and nephews who he loved dearly, their children and his numerous friends and neighbors of Sheridan and Gove Counties in northwestern KS.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Newton and Elma Jamison.

Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, December 27, 2016 at, 10:00 A.M. at the Dunkard Brethren Church in Quinter, Kansas. Burial will follow the service in the Baker Township Cemetery, Quinter, Kansas. Friends and family are invited to a lunch following the burial. Visitation will be held, December 26, 2016, from 1:30 P.M. until 7:30 P.M. at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, Hoxie, Kansas, family will receive friends from 5:00 P.M. until 6:30 P.M. at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the Gideons or the The Parkinson Disease Foundation and may be sent in care of Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, P.O. Box 987, Hoxie, Kansas 67740. On-line condolences may be left at www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com.

Tom joined the Dunkard Brethren Church in Quinter, KS in 1948 and was a faithful member of the church serving as a deacon and leading Sunday School classes over the years, he had great faith in God and lived his life by example.

Delmar Jay Marston

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screen-shot-2016-12-21-at-10-30-21-amDelmar Jay Marston passed away Sunday, December 18, 2016 at Redbud Village in Plainville, Kansas at the age of 91. He was born on March 15, 1925 in the family home in Plainville to the late Charles and Anna (Johnson) Marston. He grew up in Plainville and at the age of 18 was drafted into the Army during WWII. He later earned and received his GED High School Diploma. On May 20, 1949 he was united in marriage to Dorothy Jean McGhghy at the First Christian Church in Plainville.

In his younger days, Delmar worked as a butcher at the slaughterhouse in Plainville. Later he went to work in the oilfield, eventually retiring with Getty Oil Company. After retirement, in order to keep himself busy, he purchased a farm, hand digging 3 wells on the property, along with regular chores and maintenance. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, always bringing home an array of wildlife for Dorothy to fix, although she had a zero tolerance policy when it came to turtles.

An active member of the church, Delmar had a special place in his heart for church camps, and the kids who attended camp every year. Working at both Cedar Bluff and Webster Lake Christian camps, he helped build infrastructure, made repairs, and chopped and split truckloads of firewood so the campgrounds would always be fully supplied. He thoroughly enjoyed spending time with friends, and neighbors.

Delmar is survived by his son Roger Marston and wife Kathy of Cheney; daughters Delma Miller and husband Ron of Great Bend, and Monica Eaton and husband Denis of Antioch, CA; brother John “Jack” Marston of Russell; twin sister Doris Casey of Plainville; sister-in-law Donna Maggert and husband Rick of Broomfield, CO; six grandchildren, Stephanie Marston, Dan Miller, Tammie Fisher, Jeremy Miller and wife Lana, Hannah Laurin and husband Jason, and Joe Miller; thirteen great-grandchildren, Joshua Miller, Zach Miller, Chris Miller, Weslee Hutchison, Cody Hutchison, Ryan Fisher, Tyler Fisher, Hayley Osbment, Alexis Doonan, Austin Doonan, MeAnna Laurin, Jason Laurin, and Eden Miller; twelve great-great-grandchildren, including Kaiden, Copeland, Zayden, Max, MariAnna, and Jeremiah, along with six others; nieces Patricia Ryan and Deborah Maggert; nephews Tom Casey, Paul “Michael” McGhghy, David Marston, Wayne McGhghy, Mark Marston and David Maggert.

He was preceded in death by his parents Charles and Anna Marston; wife Dorothy Marston; infant son William J. Marston; brother Fred Marston; brothers-in-law Don Casey and Richard “Galen” McGhghy; and sister-in-law Louise Marston.

Delmar was a man of strong stature and gentle heart. He showed us every day how to live out our days, fighting the good fight, finishing the race, and keeping the faith. Although we will miss him greatly, we rejoice with him as he enters the gates of heaven hearing the words of his Lord, “Well done, good and faithful servant.”

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday, December 22, 2016 at First Christian Church in Plainville. Burial will follow in the Plainville Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3:00-8:00pm on Wednesday at the funeral home with family receiving friends from 6:00-8:00pm.

Kansas quadruple amputee gets surprise holiday gift

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DERBY, Kan. (AP) — A southern Kansas woman who lost her hands and feet during a robbery got an early Christmas gift — new electronic hands worth $260,000, courtesy of a businessman and his wife.

Julie Dombo of Derby showed off her new hands publicly Tuesday with her husband, a day after receiving them as a present from Koch Industries’ general counsel Mark Holden and his wife.

Dombo met Holden in October at a Wichita Crime Commission awards banquet. That’s where Dombo told Holden about how insurance wouldn’t pay for the electronic hands she said would give her a chance at a relatively ordinary life.

Holden said he secretly wrote a personal check for them.

On Tuesday, Holden called Dombo “inspiring, funny, lighthearted,” with no signs of resentment.

Midwest Energy is wholesale partner in new Kan. wind farm

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wind turbine TOPEKA – More wind from Kansas’ central plains is being harnessed for electricity as the Kingman and Ninnescah Wind Energy Centers begin production.

Combined, the 400 megawatts of new wind production will produce enough power for 100,000 Kansas homes, according to a media release.

“Westar selected these projects because they provide clean, renewable energy at a competitive price,” John Bridson, Westar Energy senior vice president of generation and marketing, said. “We continue our commitment to growing our renewable portfolio while maintaining a diverse, modern power supply for our customers.”

Westar Energy will purchase electricity from the wind farms, which NextEra Energy Resources developed and will operate.

Westar is providing about half the energy produced at Kingman to its wholesale partners Midwest Energy and the cities of McPherson, Chanute, Iola, Fredonia and Sabetha. The remaining energy from Kingman and the energy from Ninnescah will serve Westar’s retail customers.

Ninnescah Wind Energy Center’s 121 turbines in Pratt County began production Friday, Dec. 9. Kingman Wind Energy Center comprises 120 turbines in Kingman County and began production Mon., Dec. 19.

Combined, the wind farms bring about $800 million in investment and local payments to the area along with 23 jobs to Kingman and Pratt counties.

In early 2017, Westar Energy will add 280 MW of wind energy from Western Plains Wind Farm, bringing Westar’s commitment to renewable energy to about 1750 MW, which is enough to provide about a third of its retail customers’ electricity.

HPD Activity Log Dec. 16-Dec. 19

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The Hays Police Department responded to 22 traffic stops and 5 animal calls Fri., Dec. 16, 2016, according to the HPD Activity Log.

Intoxicated Subject–100 block W 7th St, Hays; 12:25 AM; 12:30 AM
MV Accident-City Street/Alley–900 block Ash St, Hays; 2:15 AM
Suspicious Activity–500 block W 27th St, Hays; 4:11 AM
MV Accident-City Street/Alley–2200 block Commerce Pkwy, Hays; 7:49 AM
MV Accident-City Street/Alley–700 block Main St, Hays; 7:55 AM
MV Accident-City Street/Alley–1200 block W 27th St, Hays; 7:57 AM
MV Accident-City Street/Alley–2900 block E 22nd St, Hays; 7:51 AM
MV Accident-City Street/Alley–1500 block Holmes Rd, Hays; 8:51 AM
MV Accident-City Street/Alley–2400 block Vine St, Hays; 8:50 AM
MV Accident-Private Property–1700 block Hall St, Hays; 8:58 AM
MV Accident-Hit and Run–100 block W 10th St, Hays; 9:06 AM
MV Accident-City Street/Alley–1200 block Ash St, Hays; 9:17 AM
MV Accident-City Street/Alley–1100 block Vine St, Hays; 9:47 AM
Found/Lost Property–3300 block Lincoln Dr, Hays; 11:23 AM
Criminal Damage to Property–1200 block Fort St, Hays; 12:17 PM
Theft (general)–200 block W 5th St, Hays; 12 PM; 12:30 PM
Criminal Damage to Property–1300 block E 41st St, Hays; 9/27/15 2:25 PM; 12/8/16
Animal At Large–4400 block Larned Cir, Hays; 1:19 PM
Animal At Large–4400 block Larned Cir, Hays; 2:57 PM
Animal At Large–500 block E 8th St, Hays; 3:06 PM
Animal At Large–2500 block Virginia Dr, Hays; 4:26 PM
Shoplifting–1900 block Vine St, Hays; 8:06 PM; 8:13 PM
Custody Dispute–100 block E 5th St, Hays; 8:31 PM
Theft (general)–300 block E 17th St, Hays; 10:01 PM
Drug Offenses–2900 block Vine St, Hays; 10:29 PM
Driving Under the Influence–2900 block Vine St, Hays; 11:55 PM

The Hays Police Department responded to 20 traffic stops and 12 animal calls Sat., Dec. 17, 2016, according to the HPD Activity Log.

Driving Under the Influence–27th and Hall St, Hays; 12:44 AM
False/Altered ID–100 block W 7th St, Hays; 1:02 AM
Warrant Service (Fail to Appear)–400 block W 5th St, Hays; 1:08 AM
Lost Animals ONLY–400 block W 23rd St, Hays; 8:10 AM
Assist – Other (not MV)–1800 block Vine St, Hays; 10:02 AM
Phone/Mail Scam–2000 block Main St Terr, Hays; 10:13 AM
Animal At Large–1000 block Reservation Rd, Hays; 10:19 AM
Animal Cruelty/Neglect–3700 block Canal Blvd, Hays; 10:21 AM
Criminal Damage to Property–1900 block Vine St, Hays; 12/15 1 PM; 12/17 8 AM
Animal At Large–2800 block Augusta Ln, Hays; 12 PM
Animal At Large–1200 block Tamarac Cir, Hays; 12:42 PM
Animal Cruelty/Neglect–200 block W 23rd St, Hays; 1:01 PM
Mental Health Call–400 block W 7th St, Hays; 4:34 PM
MV Accident-City Street/Alley–2000 block Main St, Hays; 8:40 PM; 8:50 PM
Driving Under the Influence–300 block W 13th St, Hays; 11:12 PM

The Hays Police Department responded to 17 traffic stops and 2 animal calls Sun., Dec. 18, 2016, according to the HPD Activity Log.

Criminal Threat–300 block W 19th St, Hays; 1:39 AM
Disturbance – General–400 block W 7th St, Hays; 2:33 AM
Civil Dispute–100 block W 12th St, Hays; 11:51 AM
MV Accident-Private Property-Hit and Run–4300 block Vine St, Hays; 12/17 5 PM; 5:40 PM
MV Accident-Private Property-Hit and Run–1900 block Vine St, Hays; 1:46 PM
Unwanted Person–1000 block Vine St, Hays; 2:49 PM; 4:11 PM
Burglary/vehicle–4300 block Vine St, Hays; 1:38 PM; 2:45 PM
Warrant Service (Fail to Appear)–1700 block Pine St, Hays; 3:58 PM
Lost Animals ONLY–400 block Fort St, Hays; 4:16 PM
Harassment, Telephone/FAX–200 block W 23rd St, Hays; 11:46 AM; 4:04 PM
Theft of Vehicle–1200 block Motz Ave, Hays; 7:41 PM; 7:46 PM
Assist – Other (not MV)–4300 block Vine St, Hays; 10:09 PM
Driving While Suspended/Revoked–1000 block Vine St, Hays; 10:46 PM

The Hays Police Department responded to 16 traffic stops and 7 animal calls Mon., Dec. 19, 2016, according to the HPD Activity Log.

Animal At Large–2500 block Virginia Dr, Hays; 8:45 AM
Contempt of Court/Fail to Pay–100 block W 12th St, Hays; 9:50 AM
Burglary/vehicle–500 block E 6th St, Hays; 12/17 9 PM; 12/18 12 PM
MV Accident-Private Property–4300 block Vine St, Hays; 12:03 PM
Animal At Large–17th St and Wheatland Ave, Hays; 1:10 PM
Animal Bite Investigation–1000 block Reservation Rd, Hays; 1:59 PM
Harassment, Telephone/FAX–2500 block Gen Hancock Rd, Hays; 2:17 PM; 3:20 PM
Theft (general)–3900 block E 8th St, Hays; 2/10/14 10:46 AM; 9/2/16 1:46 PM
Animal At Large–2500 block Virginia Dr, Hays; 3:03 PM
Civil Dispute–1900 block Holmes St, Hays; 3:56 PM
Traffic/Driving Complaint–400 block E 7th St, Hays; 4:12 PM
Welfare Check–400 block W 8th St, Hays; 4:12 PM; 4:55 PM
Suspicious Activity–4800 block General Hays Rd, Hays; 4:05 PM
Drug Offenses–600 block W 20th St, Hays; 4:28 PM; 4:35 PM
Harassment, Telephone/FAX–2500 block General Lawton Rd, Hays; 5:55 PM; 6:17 PM
Disturbance – General–3700 block Vine St, Hays; 8:44 PM; 9:41 PM
MV Accident-City Street/Alley–100 block W 10th St, Hays; 10:32 PM; 10:34 PM
Theft (general)–1200 block Vine St, Hays; 3 PM; 10 PM
NCIC Hit–Ellis County; 12:42 PM

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FHSU closed Dec. 23 through Jan. 2 for semester break

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With classes completed for the fall 2016 semester, Fort Hays State University is following holiday hours through Monday, Jan. 16, 2017. The university will be closed from Friday, Dec. 23, through Monday, Jan. 2. Regular campus office hours resume Tuesday, Jan. 3. Classes resume Tuesday, Jan. 17.

Following is a list of office hours during the semester break:

Forsyth Library
Closed Friday, Dec. 23, through Monday, Jan. 2
Tuesday, Jan. 3, through Friday, Jan. 6 — 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Closed Saturday, Jan. 7, through Sunday, Jan. 8
Monday, Jan. 9, through Friday, Jan. 13 — 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Closed Saturday, Jan. 14, through Monday, Jan. 16

Tiger Wellness Center, Cunningham Hall
Closed Friday, Dec. 23, through Monday, Dec. 26
Tuesday, Dec. 27, through Friday, Dec. 30 — 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Closed Saturday, Dec. 31, through Monday, Jan. 2
Tuesday, Jan. 3, through Friday, Jan. 6 — 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 7, and Sunday, Jan. 8 — 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Monday, Jan. 9, through Friday, Jan. 13 — 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 14, and Sunday, Jan. 15 — 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed Monday, Jan. 16

Memorial Union Building hours
Closed Friday, Dec. 23, through Monday, Jan. 2
Tuesday, Jan. 3, through Friday, Jan. 6 — 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed Saturday, Jan. 7, and Sunday, Jan. 8
Monday, Jan. 9, through Saturday, Jan. 13 — 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 14 — 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sunday, Jan. 15 — Noon to 10 p.m.
Monday, Jan. 16 — 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

The following are offices, businesses and restaurants within the Memorial Union.

University Bookstore
Closed Friday, Dec. 23, through Monday, Jan. 2
Tuesday, Jan. 3, through Friday, Jan. 6 — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed Saturday, Jan. 7, and Sunday, Jan. 8
Monday, Jan. 9, through Friday, Jan. 13 — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 14 — 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Closed Sunday, Jan. 15
Monday, Jan. 16 — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Starbucks/Grab ‘N Go
Closed Friday, Dec. 23, through Monday, Jan. 2
Tuesday, Jan. 3, through Friday, Jan. 6 — 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed Saturday, Jan. 7, and Sunday, Jan. 8
Monday, Jan. 9, through Friday, Jan. 13 — 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 14 — 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sunday, Jan. 15 — Noon to 10 p.m.
Closed Monday, Jan. 16

Mondo’s Subs
Closed Friday, Dec. 23, through Monday, Jan. 2
Tuesday, Jan. 3, through Friday, Jan. 6 — 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Closed Saturday, Jan. 7, and Sunday, Jan. 8
Monday, Jan. 9, through Friday, Jan. 13 — 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Closed Saturday, Jan. 14, through Monday, Jan. 16

Student Health Center
(practitioner unavailable over break)
Closed Friday, Dec. 23, through Monday, Jan. 2
Tuesday, Jan. 3, through Friday, Jan. 6 — 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Closed Saturday, Jan. 7, and Sunday, Jan. 8
Monday, Jan. 9, through Friday, Jan. 13 — 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Closed Saturday, Jan. 14, through Monday, Jan. 16

Commerce Bank
Closed Saturday, Dec. 24, through Monday, Jan. 2
Tuesday, Jan. 3, through Friday, Jan. 6 — 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Closed Saturday, Jan. 7, and Sunday, Jan. 8
Monday, Jan. 9, through Friday, Jan. 13 — 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Closed Saturday, Jan. 14, through Monday, Jan. 16

Center for Student Involvement
Monday, Dec. 19 through Thursday, Dec. 22 — 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Closed Friday, Dec. 23, through Monday, Jan. 2
Tuesday, Jan. 3, through Friday, Jan. 6 — 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Closed, Saturday, Jan. 7, and Sunday, Jan. 8
Monday, Jan. 9, through Friday, Jan. 13 — 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Closed, Saturday, Jan. 14, through Monday, Jan. 16

Student Service Center
Closed Friday, Dec. 23, through Monday, Jan. 2
Tuesday, Jan. 3, through Friday, Jan. 6 — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed, Saturday, Jan. 7, and Sunday, Jan. 8
Monday, Jan. 9, through Saturday, Jan. 14 — 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sunday, Jan. 15 — Noon to 10 p.m.
Monday, Jan. 16 — 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Administrative offices
Closed Friday, Dec. 23, through Monday, Jan. 2
Tuesday, Jan. 3, through Friday, Jan. 6 — 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Closed Saturday, Jan. 7, and Sunday, Jan. 8
Monday, Jan. 9, through Friday, Jan. 13 — 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Closed Saturday, Jan. 14, through Monday, Jan. 16

Mail Center
Closed Friday, Dec. 23, through Monday, Jan. 2
Tuesday, Jan. 3, through Friday, Jan. 6 — 8 a.m. to noon and 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Closed Saturday, Jan. 7, and Sunday, Jan. 8
Monday, Jan. 9, through Friday, Jan. 13 — 8 a.m. to noon and 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Closed Saturday, Jan. 14, through Monday, Jan. 16

Chartwells Catering office
Closed Monday, Dec. 19, through Monday, Jan. 16

Tiger Market
Closed Monday, Dec. 19, through Monday, Jan. 16

Police capture Kan. man who allegedly held woman against her will

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BARTON COUNTY -Law enforcement authorities in Barton County are investigating an alleged case of a woman being held against her will and have arrested a suspect.

After searching for six days, police located and arrested Bobby Stark in Larned, according to a social media report.

On December 14, officers from the Great Bend Police Department were dispatched to 3408 Lakin Street in reference to an “open” 911 call, according to a media release.

The dispatchers could tell that someone had called 911 and could hear noise in the background, but couldn’t talk to anyone on the line.

As the responding officer arrived in front of the house where the phone appeared to be, a man (later identified as Bobby Stark) came outside.

He told the officer there was nothing wrong, and then immediately walked back inside and shut the door.

The officer walked toward the door to investigate, and then heard a woman’s voice inside the house calling for help. The officer forced the door open just as Stark, age 30, was running out the back door.

The woman in the house claimed that Stark had been holding her against her will all day, and that she had secretly called 911 to get help.

Officers also quickly ascertained that Stark had multiple outstanding arrest warrants for probation violations.
Additional officers came to the area, established a perimeter, and searched for Stark.

A police canine was also used in an attempt to locate Stark. However, he was not located until Tuesday.

Betty J. Wilder

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Betty J. Wilder, 76, Hays, died Tuesday, December 20, 2016 at her home.

She was born February 18, 1940 in Lexington, Nebraska the daughter of James and Verna (Rasmussen) Byrns. She graduated from Lexington High School in 1958. On September 13, 1958 she married James E. “Jim” Wilder in Lexington. He preceded her in death on April 14, 2000. She was an oil company bookkeeper and also for Living Independently in Northwest Kansas or LINK, Inc. for many years. She volunteered her time at the Cancer Council of Ellis County and served on their Board of Directors for ten years. She enjoyed playing piano her whole life, was a master at painting ceramics, and greatly loved her grandchildren.

Survivors include two sons; Terry James Wilder and wife Deb of Greensburg, Kansas, and Alan Dale Wilder of Haviland, KS, a daughter; Cynthia Louise “Cindy” Thayer and husband James of Hays, three grandchildren; Phillip Thayer of Hays, Heather Werth and husband Kirk of Victoria, and Ian Hess of Greensburg, two great grandchildren; Kassii Werth and Chase Werth, both of Victoria, two brothers; Jimmy Byrns and wife Phyllis and Robert Byrns and wife Jan, all of Lexington, NE, and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.

Funeral services will be announced at a later date. Memorials are suggested in Betty’s memory to the Cancer Council of Ellis County, in care of the Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, 1906 Pine Street, Hays, KS 67601. Condolences may be left for the family at www.haysmemorial.com.

Danny J. Pfeifer

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danny-pfeifer-photoDanny J. Pfeifer, 51, Hays, died Monday, December 19, 2016 at his home.

He was born January 18, 1965 in Hays the son of Tony “Red” Jr. and Geraldine (Brull) Pfeifer. He was a 1983 graduate of Victoria High School and attended Fort Hays State University. He was a food sales representative and a talented musician and songwriter. He attended St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Munjor. Danny enjoyed his salads, seeds, licorice, and Keystone Light. He also enjoyed watching sports and was an avid Kansas State and Kansas City Royals fan. He loved his dogs, church, spending time at the farm and with his Mom and family.

Survivors include his mother; Geraldine Pfeifer of Hays, one son; Ryan Pfeifer of Hays, three daughters; Abby Pfeifer and husband Ryan of Hays, and Anna Pfeifer and Isabelle Pfeifer, both of Hays, two grandchildren; Ella Pfeifer and Liam Pfeifer of Hays, four brothers; Anthony Pfeifer III and Karla Reed, Tim Pfeifer and wife Karen, Terry Pfeifer and wife Cathy, and Dave Pfeifer and wife Kristen, all of Hays, and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father; Tony “Red” Pfeifer, Jr. and a daughter; Victoria Rose Pfeifer.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 am on Thursday, December 22, 2016 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Munjor with Fr. Jarett Konrade officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be from 10:00 am until time of service on Thursday at the church.

Memorials can be made to Danny’s children, in care of the Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, 1906 Pine Street, Hays, KS 67601. Condolences may be left for the family at www.haysmemorial.com.

Russell, Norton to host KDA agribusiness development workshops

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MANHATTAN — The Kansas Department of Agriculture will host six regional agribusiness development workshops in early 2017. Mark these dates on your calendar, as the workshops will provide Kansas farmers, ranchers and agribusinesses with resources, current business development opportunities, and organizational contacts to assist with start-ups or expansions.

The KDA Division of Agriculture Marketing received a U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Business Development Grant to help fund these statewide workshops. Additional information on specific agendas, locations and how to register for individual workshops will be sent out prior to each event. All workshops will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Dates and locations of the 2017 workshops include:
· Jan. 19 Russell
· Feb. 2 Emporia
· Feb. 9 Winfield
· Feb. 16 Liberal
· Feb. 23 Norton
· March 2 Hutchinson

“Agriculture is the largest industry, economic driver and employer in the state, contributing 43 percent of the state’s economy and 12 percent of the state’s workforce,” said Kansas Secretary of Agriculture Jackie McClaskey. “We are committed to economic growth, and these workshops will expand opportunities for small and rural agribusinesses across the state.”

Established in the 2014 Farm Bill, USDA’s Rural Business Development Grant program is a program intended to help with technical assistance, training and other activities to allow small businesses in rural areas expand.

Featured speakers at the workshops will represent KDA, Kansas Department of Commerce, Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism, USDA Rural Development, Network Kansas, Small Business Development Center, local Chambers of Commerce, Main Street economic development and E-Community organizations.

KDA is committed to providing an environment that enhances and encourages economic growth of the agriculture industry and the Kansas economy. These workshops will provide support and assistance to help make Kansas businesses more successful.

For additional information, contact Lynne Hinrichsen, KDA agribusiness development director, at [email protected].

Christmas holiday changes refuse/recycling collections

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Due to the observance of the Christmas holiday, Saturday, December 24th, and Sunday, December 25th, refuse/recycling route collection schedules will be altered.

Although collections may not occur on your normal day, collections will be completed by the end of the week. Crews anticipate that the collection routes will be as followed:

  • Thursday, December 22nd, and Friday, December 23rd refuse and recycling collections will be on Thursday, December 22nd.
  • Monday, December 26th, and Tuesday, December 27th, refuse and recycling collections will be on Tuesday, December 27th.
  • There are no anticipated changes to any other collection schedules.

City of Hays customers that may have any questions regarding this notice should contact the Solid Waste Division of the Public Works Department at (785) 628-7357.

We remind you to always have your bags out by 7:00 a.m.

It is anticipated that heavy volumes of refuse/recyclable will be encountered around the holidays. Please make sure your bags are out by 7:00 a.m, and keep in mind that the trucks have no set time schedule.

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