One of the great risks for seniors living in their own homes or apartments is the risk of a debilitating fall.
“More than 33 percent of all seniors over the age of 65 will fall this year,” according to Kathy Moravek, manager of the Garden Terrace Apartments at the Hays Good Samaritan Center, 2700 Canal Blvd. “Falls account for 25 percent of all hospital admissions,” she added.
Studies show massage therapy, in addition to reducing aches and pains, will also soothe muscles and joints, strengthen the immune system, promote blood and lymph circulation, improve sleep quality and reduce stress, anxiety and feelings of depression. All of these health improvements can help lessen the likelihood of a fall.
As an outreach project to celebrate The Good Samaritan Society Founder Day, the Hays society is partnering with Fort Hays State University massage therapy students to offer free massages to senior citizens Mon., Oct. 17, on-site at the Good Samaritan Center. Free transportation to and from the Center is available. Refreshments will be served and gifts will be offered to the participants after their massages.
“We would like to enhance the well-being of seniors by improving their ability to live more safety at home,” Moravek said. “Each fall we celebrate the faith, vision and servant hart of ‘Dad’ Hoeger, the founder of The Good Samaritan Society,” she explained.
“This is an amazing opportunity because it’s supporting two needed populations, students and the elderly,” said Ceena Owens, FHSU instructor of health and human performance and director of the massage therapy program.
Founder’s Day is a celebration of the Good Samaritan Society and the work it has accomplished since its establishment on Sept. 29, 1922. The Founder’s Day Service Project program allows the society to give back to the communities that help make their work possible.
“On Founder’s Day, we honor our organization’s rich history,” said Susan Jones, director of Hays Good Samaritan. “We also honor and celebrate our staff members and the people we serve.”
The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society is a non-profit organization that owns and operates more than 240 care centers, health care agencies and retirement centers. The society’s mission is to share God’s love by providing shelter and support services to those in need.
To make an appointment for the free service to seniors, call Kathy Moravek at (785) 625-7331.
JACKSON COUNTY – A Kansas man was injured in an accident just before 8a.m. on Friday in Jackson County.
The Kansas Highway Patrol reported 2009 Nissan Altima driven by Charles H. Enault, 59, Holton, was northbound on U.S. 75 one mile north of Mayetta. The driver fell asleep at the wheel.
The Nissan entered the center grass median and struck a stop sign.
Enault was transported to the hospital in Holton.
He was properly restrained at the time of the accident, according to the KHP.
TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Kansas congresswoman Lynn Jenkins and a fellow Republican candidate are not withdrawing previous endorsements of GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump over sexual assault allegations against him.
Jenkins told The Associated Press on Thursday: “I’m not going to come out with a new statement on the presidential race every time a new headline hits the papers.”
The Republican seeking re-election in the 2nd District of eastern Kansas suggested there’s a “double standard” because Democrats aren’t asked whether they continue to support Hillary Clinton amid potentially damaging leaks of campaign emails.
In the 1st District of western and central Kansas, GOP nominee Roger Marshall said the allegations make him sick but he wants to see more evidence.
Marshall said of Trump, “I’m giving him the same grace as I would give anybody.”
Last week, Senator Jerry Moran posted on Twitter a statement believed to be in response to Trump’s recently revealed recorded comments about women.
Disgusting, discouraging and damaging. Everyone is worthy of being treated with dignity and respect.
Nancy Aspegren with the Russell Sunrise Kiwanis accepts DSNWK’s Community Support Award. Andy Beck, DSNWK Chairman of the Board (left) and Jerry Michaud (right), present the award.
By STEVE KEIL DSNWK
Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas hosted its annual awards luncheon in Hays on September 27th. Awards were given throughout the afternoon to staff, persons served, and community members.
The first awards of the afternoon were given to employees of DSNWK for their years of service. Those staff recognized and listed by location, were:
Atwood – April Dunker, Dale Merz, Denni Rehmer
Hays – Greg Askins, Howard Barnes, Sara Biggs, Deb Braun, Corey Brooks, Carrie Brungardt, Janet Brungardt, Leanna Carrier, Peter Cochran, Kasey Dreiling, Donna Fay, Dan Hecker, Ashley Howell, John Kreutzer, Amanda Lawson, David Lawson, Virginia Linenberger, Gerard Michaud, David Musgrove, Murrae Rebarchek, Christopher Schmidt, Kathleen Spears, Sue Stephens, Brian Street and Zahariah Utley, Lance Van Kooten, Coletta VonFeldt, Les Wilson
Hoxie – Linda Pope
Hill City – Darryl Clark, Connie Yakish
Norton – Kristi Chesterman
Russell – Christina Bourland, Shonna Leiker
Stockton -Michelle Storz
DSNWK gave special recognition to six staff members who made successful efforts in coming to the aid of persons served by DSNWK in need and providing emergency assistance. Those recognized were: Jasmine Bright, Gwen Klaus, Jacqueline Lattin and Emma Williams of Hays, and Vicky Chessmore and Karen Focke of Atwood. Special recognition was also paid to two staff members for their outstanding work with persons with disabilities. Ann Forell of Stockton and Herbert Shumaker of Russell were each presented with the Employee of the Year Award.
A $100 scholarship award was presented to Alex Bergmeier of Hays. This award was given from the Jerelyn Becker Memorial Scholarship Fund for employees studying in higher education in a field related to serving people with developmental disabilities.
Several awards were given to individuals served by DSNWK for achievement through employment. Those receiving awards and listed by location were:
Atwood – Tyler Britt
Linda Wildeman accepts her award of 30 years of employment through DSNWK’s Employment Connections. Wildeman currently works at Whiskey Creek in Hays.
Hays – Dean Boeckner, Don Furrey, Richard Graf, Duane Gross, Jacob Houghton, Tyler F. Jones, Michael Lee, Bill Legleiter, Eric Legleiter, Anthony Morgan, Cindy Munsinger, Crystal Oborny, Brian Rietcheck, Alan Roberts, Ramona Schmitt, James Shelor, Bret Skinner, Avon Smith, David Smith, Joshua Smith, Kurtis Steckline, Sid Toll, Jason Watkins, Linda Wildeman
Hill City – Jenny Cronn, Rebecca Rohr, Alexander Weishaar, Sabrina Young
Norton – Justin Bainter, Dustan Daniels, Bill Hadley
Russell – William Dornan
Phillipsburg – Renee O’Rourke
WaKeeney – Michail Bird
DSNWK presented two Individual Achievement Awards to individuals served by DSNWK. Riley Green of Hays and Kelly Fisher of Atwood were presented these awards which go each year to one youth and one adult who have shown tremendous individual progress throughout the year. Vickie Shelor of Hays was presented with DSNWK’s Fitness Award for her dedication to exercising, losing weight and living a healthy lifestyle.
Dee Ekwell with Chartwell’s at Fort Hays State University accepts DSNWK’s Employer of the Year Award. BJ Hiser, Director of Programs and Services presents the award.
Awards were presented to members of area communities during the afternoon. Chartwell’s – McMindes at FHSU, received DSNWK’s Employer of the Year Award for their outstanding support of people with disabilities in the workforce. The Community Support Award was presented to the Russell Sunrise Kiwanis for their outstanding support to individuals served by DSNWK in Russell.
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), the answer is likely yes: NFPA research shows that most American homes have at least one. But do you know how old your smoke alarms are? If you’re like most people, you’re probably not so sure. To increase awareness of this critical issue of public safety, Governor Brownback proclaimed the week of October 9-15 as Fire Prevention Week with the theme “Don’t Wait – Check the Date! Replace Smoke Alarms Every 10 Years!”
A recent NFPA survey revealed that only a small percentage of people know how old their smoke alarms are, or how often they need to be replaced. That lack of awareness is a concern for the Office of the State Fire Marshal and fire departments throughout the state because smoke alarms don’t last forever.
A working smoke alarm can save your life, but if it has expired and is no longer effective, that smoke alarm will give you a false sense of safety. That’s why we’re making a concerted effort to educate Kansans about the overall importance of smoke alarms, and that they do have a life limit.
NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm Code(r), requires smoke alarms be replaced at least every 10 years, but because the public is generally unaware of this requirement, many homes have smoke alarms past their expiration date, putting people at increased risk.
To find out how old your smoke alarm is and its expiration date, simply look on the back of the alarm where the date of manufacture is marked. The smoke alarm should be replaced 10 years from that date (not the date of purchase). Smoke alarms should be tested monthly, and batteries should be replaced once a year or when they begin to chirp, signaling that they’re running low.
Fire departments throughout Kansas will be hosting activities during Fire Prevention Week to promote fire safety. Through these educational, family-oriented activities, residents can learn more about the importance of having a working smoke alarm and checking for the date they were manufactured.
On Saturday, October 15, the Office of the State Fire Marshal will join with SafeKids Kansas to encourage families throughout the state to participate in Home Fire Drill Day. On this day, every family should test their smoke alarms and practice their escape plan. Information on home fire safety, including how to diagram and practice an escape plan, is available at FireMarshal.ks.gov/firesafety<https://firemarshal.ks.gov/firesafety>.
Traffic map Topeka -KDOT image 9:45 a.m. on Friday
TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Authorities have removed a suspicious package with a hazardous material sticker from the grounds of the Kansas Statehouse after determining it wasn’t dangerous.
The Topeka Capital-Journal reports that the Kansas Statehouse remained open but several surrounding streets were closed Friday while authorities investigated the 18-inch tall brown canister. It was placed by a statue of a pioneer woman on the southwest corner of the Statehouse grounds.
The investigation began after a person reported the package to law enforcement around 6:20 a.m. Friday. Kansas Highway Patrol Capitol Police spokesman Patrick Saleh said the person told authorities a friend was responsible.
The person didn’t believe the canister contained explosives and was worried it would cause alarm. A bomb squad robot was used to view the package before it was deemed safe.
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TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Some streets around the Kansas Statehouse are closed after a suspicious package was found on the lawn on the southwest side of the building.
Capt. Andy Dean says the Capitol remains open Friday amid the investigation. Dean is the supervisor of the Capitol Police division within the Kansas Highway Patrol.
He says the investigation began after a man walked came into the police department around 6:30 a.m. Friday and reported that another person had left the package on the Capitol grounds. Dean says the package appears to be a barrel with a hazardous material decal.
The Topeka Police Department’s bomb squad has responded and is determining how to proceed.
Robert O. “Bob” Ream was born July 10, 1939, in Smith County, Kansas, to Chas. H. and Lona E. (Allen) Ream. He passed away October 10, 2016, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, Nebraska, at the age of 77.
Bob was raised in Lebanon, Kansas, along with his sister, Charlene, and brother, Glenn. He graduated from Lebanon High School in 1957.
On August 24, 1958, Bob married his high school sweetheart, Sharon Myers, at the Womer Country Church in Smith County. They just celebrated their 58th Wedding Anniversary. Bob and Sharon were blessed with three children, Pam, Debbie and Terry, in addition to nine grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Bob deeply loved his family and felt the greatest legacy he could leave behind was his children and grandchildren.
Bob and Sharon lived their first six months together in Kimball, Nebraska, where he worked in the oilfields. After being burned in an oilfield accident, they moved back to Lebanon, where Bob worked as an automobile mechanic at the local Ford dealership. He was a talented and skilled mechanic who later worked in Atwood, Kansas, and Oberlin, Kansas, eventually owning his own repair shop, R & S Repair. They were members of Faith Lutheran Church in Oberlin.
Bob had a passion for doing things the right way, and a lot of that fueled the desire to make things go fast. His racing passion started while helping one of his best friends during a rough time. That propelled him into a lifetime of working on many types of racing cars, helping anyone that needed or wanted to get better. Bob and Sharon owned many cars in that time with sprint cars the priority. That lead them to three IMCA National Sprint Car Owner Championships and many numerous other awards covering many years. But most importantly, were the relationships he developed from all he touched, from drivers, to crews, to competitors, to sponsors and to all the fans.
He is survived by his wife, Sharon; three children, Pam and Brian Simonsson of Oberlin, Debbie Leitner and Doug Wilson of Gem, and Terry and Peggy Ream of Oberlin; brother, Glenn Ream of Alabama; brother-in-law, Dean Myers and wife Donna of Smith Center; nine grandchildren: Travis Castle (Brad Dixon), Krista Gutchewsky (Brian), Breck Simonsson (Bre), Nathan Simonsson, Haley Kingery (Drew), Kaydee Helus (Brandon), Andy Leitner (Kyle Huntley), Abby Ream (Jason Black), and Lacey Tally (Jebb); 10 great-grandchildren: Gavin, Jena and Jillian Gutchewsky; Braden, Harper, and John Clayton Kingery; Haydin, Joslyn and Gunner Helus; and Tenley Tally.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents; sister and brother-in-law, Charlene and James Barrett; grandson, Jason Leitner; and father and mother-in-law, Everett and Ila Myers.
Funeral Service: Friday, October 14th at 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home in Oberlin with Pastor Shelly Holle officiating
Visitation: Thursday 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. and Friday after 8:00 a.m. at the funeral home
Peggy Jo Pfannenstiel, 54, died October 11, 2016 surrounded by family at her home in Lawrence after a brief but bitter battle with cancer.
She was born February 14, 1962 in Scott City, Kan., to Todd and Donita Steele. The youngest of four children and the only girl, Peggy was doted upon by her father and mother. She was simultaneously cherished by her older brothers and terrorized by their antics. She loved and admired them each dearly.
Peggy graduated from Scott County High School and later moved to Hays where she went to college and fell in love. Within six months of meeting Pat L. Pfannenstiel, the two were engaged. They married July 21, 1984. Through all of life’s challenges and blessings, they loved each other fiercely and without reservation.
In 1988, Peggy gave birth to their first child, Brianne. Jake followed in 1991.
Peggy was the kind of wife and mother who, in many ways, knew her husband and kids better than they knew themselves. She had a way of understanding each of them, building bridges and ladders for them so they could safely navigate through life.
Peggy was also a thoughtful and selfless friend, and she made friends everywhere she went: through her work at Sallie Mae and the KU Endowment Association, through her church choir, at KU gameday tailgates, and at countless piano lessons, soccer games and band concerts.
Peggy was special. And she was loved beyond measure.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Todd and Donita Steele. Survivors include Pat Pfannenstiel, her husband of 32 years; one daughter, Brianne Pfannenstiel and Joe Preiner of Des Moines, Iowa; one son, Jake Pfannenstiel and Jessie Davidson, of Lawrence; three brothers, Mike and Sharri Steele of Scott City, Kan., Pat and Joanne Steele of Lowell, Mich., Keith and Linda Steele of Ulysses, Kan.; six nieces; seven nephews; and four grandpuppies.
A rosary recitation will be held at noon with a visitation to follow until 4 p.m. Sunday, October 16th at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 6001 Bob Billings Parkway. A memorial mass will be held at 11:30 a.m. Monday, October 17th at the church.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to support the Corpus Christi Catholic Church Choir, for which Peggy loved to sing, or to support neuro intensive care nursing at The University of Kansas Hospital and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary.
Scarlett “You Pay Me” Deutscher, and Scott Boomer, KAYS Radio, wave during Friday’s Eagle Radio Auction along with Todd Haskell, Y102 Radio, and Elizabeth Jaeger, Eagle Marketing.
For more details, listen to KAYS 1400 AM or 94.3 FM and KKQY 101.9 FM
More information with the above links when active.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the auction and how long is it?
The Radio Auction is 18 excitement-packed hours running 8 am to 5 pm on Thursday and again on Friday.
The Radio Auction will be broadcast live and can be heard through the listen live links on each auction page.
How do I bid on an auction item?
We encourage you to view the Radio Auction items on this website for the most up-to-date information. It will have the day and time each item will be introduced for bid. Simply call 785-301-2211 or 800-569-0144 and place your bid on the items you want to purchase. Our bid takers will record your bid along with your name and (very important) a phone number where you may be reached approximately one hour after the auction item has been “closed out.”
Can I bid on an auction item if I’ll be out of town?
If you’d like to bid on an item, but you’ll be out of town or otherwise unavailable during the auction, you may call 785-301-2211 prior to the auction to submit your maximum bid. We will contact you to confirm the high bid. You may even win your item at less than your maximum bid!
How do I know if my bid is the highest?
As in any auction items will be sold to the highest bidder. First the item will be introduced on the air. After the item has received a number of bids we will announce that the item will now be “closed out”. The announcers will indicate the current bid on the item at the time it is “closed out”. IMPORTANT: when an item is “closed out” it simply means our announcers will no longer be talking about the item on the air. LISTENERS MAY STILL BID ON THE ITEM AFTER IT HAS BEEN CLOSED OUT.
Our Confirming Department will attempt of contact the THREE HIGHEST bidders. This is why it is so important to provide the Bid Takers the correct phone number where you may be reached approximately one hour after the item has been closed out. If you are one of the three highest bidders, our Bid Confirmer will make every effort to contact you to inform you of the current bid and will give you the opportunity to enter the highest bid.
This process will continue (by phone) until there is the highest bidder is determined.
CAUTION: Please do not assume if you place a single bid on an item that our Confirmation Department will contact you after the item has been closed out. You may not be one of the TOP THREE HIGHEST BIDDERS. To maximize your chances of winning an auction item we recommend placing your HIGHEST bid during the live Auction or immediately after the item has been “closed out”. When placing your bid you may request that our Confirmation Department contact you prior to selling the item.
How do I pay for my items?
The most convenient way for our winning bidders to pay for their items is by credit card. We accept Visa, Master Card and Discover. This allows you to pay for your items without having to leave your home, place of business or car phone. Listeners preferring to pay by cash or check may do so by stopping by Eagle Radio at 2300 Hall Street in Hays. ITEMS MUST BE PAID FOR THE DAY OF THE AUCTION. Each item purchased during the Eagle Radio Auction will have a 2% processing fee added to the total.
If I am the high bidder, how may I claim my items?
Within 7-10 days of receiving payment, our Accounting Department will mail your gift certificate which contains the description and price of the item. Simply take your receipt to the business to claim your item. Please pay close attention to any Expiration Dates listed on the gift certificates.
Can I return my item if I am not satisfied?
All Radio Auction items are sold AS IS. PLEASE ASK ANY QUESTIONS PRIOR TO BIDDING ON THE ITEM. All items may be viewed at participating businesses prior to the Auction. Eagle Communications, Inc. is not liable for any warranty or representation not expressly set forth in the item description. Descriptions are provided by the businesses providing the item. Some restrictions or exclusions may apply. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO RETURNS , REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES. Items sold have NO CASH VALUE and may NOT be used to pay any Accounts Receivable.
In the summer, Eagle Radio of Hays conducts an online auction. By submitting a bid, you commit to buy the item from Eagle Radio if you have the winning bid. After winning a bid, you will have 48 hours to contact the radio station at 785-301-2211 or 800-569-0144. A 2% of retail processing charge will be added to all winning bids. Every effort is made to keep the website up and running smoothly. However, Eagle Radio takes no responsibility for, and will not be liable for, the function of the website and technical issues beyond Eagle Radio’s control.
Vicky Sue Mader, 71, of Russell, Kansas, died on Thursday, October 13, 2016, at the Russell Regional Hospital in Russell, Kansas.
A funeral mass to celebrate Vicky’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Tuesday, October 18, 2016, at the St. Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Russell with Father Michael Elan officiating. Burial will follow at the St. Mary Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. on Monday, October 17, 2016 at the mortuary. A Vigil and Rosary will be held at 7 P.M. on Monday, October 17, 2016, at the church. Memorials may be given to the High Plains Humane Society and may be sent in care of the mortuary. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.
Eulah F. Robbins, 96, of Osborne, Kansas, and former Paradise, Kansas, resident died on Tuesday, October 11, 2016, at the Parkview Car Center in Osborne, Kansas.
Services are pending at this time. Please check back later for funeral service date and time. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.
Ronald Dean Headley, 87, of Russell, Kansas and formerly of Ellsworth, Kansas, passed away on October 09, 2016, at his home in Russell.
Ron was born in Carneiro, Kansas on November 24, 1928, the son of Lowell and Mary (Sneath) Headley. He grew up in Ellsworth county and attended local schools. He enlisted in the United States Army on December 06, 1946, in Ft. Riley, Kansas. He recived the WWII victory medal and Army of occupation medal. After serving his country he came back to Ellsworth, Kansas, and worked most of his adult life farming and ranching. He met, fell in love and was united in marriage to Mary Ann Evans in 1976. He loved being on the farm and in the fields and enjoyed spending most of his time outdoors doing chores around the farm and tending his crops and cattle. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his wife and family.
Surviving family include his sisters Shirley Kempke of Ellsworth, Kansas and Dolores Headley of Nicoma Park, Oklahoma; step daughters Billie Beck and husband Rodger of Russell, Kansas and Deborah Proseus and husband James of Salina, Kansas and step son Dennis Zimmerman and wife Myrlene of Bella Vista, Arkansas; step grandchildren Tamara Harris of Russell, Joel Cleavenger and wife Marcia of Salina and Janet Daniels of Columbus, Georgia and Michael Clark of Salina and many nieces and nephews and great grandchildren and close friend Art Miska of Russell.
Ron was preceded in death by his wife on March 15, 2012, parents, brother Rance Headley, brother-in-law and friend Floyd Kempke.
A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Cremation has been selected by the family and there will be no public ceremony or visitation. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the arrangements.
By BECKY KISER
