Warmer forecast in store
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Warmer forecast in store
www.beloitcall.com Mm Good Carmel Almonds Serving the Solomon Valley since 1901 BELOIT – Kansas American Legion Scholarship information is now available. For more information contact Beloit Jr./Sr. High School or St. John’s High school counselor’s or access a copy of an application from the online sight to print. Log on to website www.ksamlegion.org and click on the “Scholarships” icon, and select which scholarships you wish to view and print off. If any questions contact the Beloit American Legion Post No. 57, James Nothern, Service Officer. BELOIT – Tonight is Heart Choices night at Beloit Pizza Hut. Heart Choices will receive 20 percent of all orders from 59 p.m. This includes dinein, carry out, or delivery. Call in your order ahead at 738-5706. BELOIT — Chautauqua Isle of Lights need a host at 8-10 p.m. for Fri., Dec. 5 and has an opening for Sat. Dec. 27. The event opened Wednesday, Nov. 26 and will close on Wednesday, Dec. 31. For more information call Ruth Bell at 7382257. BELOIT – H&R Block of Beloit operators Robert and Venette Davis were recently selected as a National Franchisee of the Year by the largest consumer tax services provider of New York Stock Exchange: H&R Block. The Davis couple competed with more than 1,800 franchisees for the award and won for the one of two office categories. The awards were announced at the Annual National Franchise Convention for leading key growth areas and doing the right thing. H&R Block selected Davis from among the top 100 franchisees who led in key growth areas, including the number of returning clients, growth in the number of returns prepared and overall revenue growth. In addition to leading topperforming franchises, a demonstrated commitment to H&R Block core values to do the right thing made up half of the judging criteria. This is the second year in a row that the H&R Block Beloit office was selected as one of the top 100 franchisees. “Robert helped set the standard for H&R Block franchise tax offices last season with an understanding of the complex tax industry and an ability to hire tax professionals who provide prompt, accurate service and offer the right financial solutions to clients,” praised Kip Knight, president of U.S retail operations for H&R Block. “But beyond that, Venette and Robert demonstrated their commitment to do the right thing for our clients and community.” Davis’ franchise participated in community programs to support youth and families throughout the year, including the H&R Block of the Game, which recognizes a student athlete who Courtesy photo Beloit H&R Block franchise owners Robert and Venette Davis were honored as National Franchisee of the Year by New York Stock Exchange: H&R Block. They are shown with H&R Block founder Henry Bloch. makes a momentum changing play in men and women’s basketball and football in area schools. In addition, they initiated a coloring contest as a benefit for the Mitchell County Food Pantry. Winning entries were printed on note cards and 100% of the sales price was donated to the Food Pantry. All costs of the fundraiser were underwritten by H&R Block Beloit. “Our associates not only work in our community, but we all live, shop and volunteer here as well. We want to do the right thing for our neighbors, which is why we have supported the Food Pantry efforts to feed the hungry,” said Davis. Davis’ accomplishments are part of a long tradition of H&R Block franchisees. The company opened its first franchise office in 1956 and virtually created the franchise model. And with that history, comes a great education on how a franchise business should run. Venette and Robert attribute much of their success to immersing themselves in the resources H&R Block offers its franchisees. With more than 50 years of franchising history, H&R Block has created a support system that franchisees use to market their business, serve their clients and expand to new offices. “I’m a firm believer in our H&R Block support system,” Davis said. “I use every possible option the company offers. And I am a confident business person because I don’t have to reinvent the wheel to use my entrepreneurial spirit.” H&R Block franchisees now operate more than 4,000 H&R Block offices nationally. To learn more about H&R Block, visit www.hrblock.com/tax_franchise or call 1-800-HRBLOCK. BELOIT – Santa will be visiting Solomon Valley Bank between 9-11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 13 for children to tell him what they want for Christmas. Warmer forecast in store BELOIT – Solomon Valley Cinema and H&R Block will be hosting a free movie day at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6, showing Beethoven’s Christmas adventure. There will be a drawing at each showing for punch cards with 10 free adult admissions and 10 free child admissions. By Sharon Sahlfeld BELOIT – The Mitchell County Hospital Relay 4 Life team is sponsoring the 6th Annual Spirit of the Season Holiday Home tour at 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6. Tickets are available at S&S Drug and the hospital. Same day tickets and a bake sale will be at the historic Porter House Hotel from 11a.m. to 2 p.m. Beloit Chamber of Commerce has scheduled a “Sizzlin’ with Santa Chili Cook-off at 10 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 6, downtown. Cooking begins at 10 a.m. A public tasting at 11 a.m. will take place. A bragging award will be presented at 12:30 p.m. and judging will be by the public. Santa will make an appearance at 12:30. To enter contact the Chamber. BELOIT – Singers are welcome to join for the upcoming Annual Community Christmas Concert Choir to be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 14. The first practice will take place at 3:15 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 30 and Dec. 7 at Beloit High school choir room. The 6th Annual “Spirit of the Season” Relay For Life Holiday home tour will be from 1-4:30 p.m. this Saturday, Dec. 6. This years home tours will take place at the homes of Connie and Greg Kopsa, Hiedi and Justin Rexroat, the Purdue house, Dave and Peggy Blackmore, Chantz and Amber Martin and Mary Jane Chapman’s home. The $15 tickets are available at Mitchell County Hospital Health System, S&S Drug and Gray Drug & Fountain. Same day tickets are also available and a bake sale at the Porter House Hotel will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. See more in Wednesday’s edition of the Beloit Call. BELOIT – After winters early arrival hit the Beloit area with one half inch of snow on Nov.15 and much more around the state of Kansas it is only fitting today be declared Winter Weather Awareness Day. It will not be surprising to see much more severe winter weather including accumulating, drifting snow and icy conditions ahead with Dec. 21 officially declared the first day of winter. Beloit’s Director of Transportation Department Mike Clark reported his crew was ready for this winters storms after quickly taking care of the first measurable snowfall. State agencies are already taking precautions and encouraging Kansans to prepare for another Kansas winter. After a close to 60 degree Beloit Saturday afternoon hit this weekend and a quick change to a windy around 30 degrees on Sunday, it is “all well to known” how quickly the weather can change. “As we’ve already seen, the temperature can drop quickly,” said Angee Morgan, deputy director of the Kansas Division of Emergency Management. “We don’t know exactly what this winter has in store for us, so it’s best to be prepared. Now is the time to check your home and vehicle emergency kits and replenish any outdated supplies.” Road travel is discouraged during extreme situations, however if you much travel Kansas Highway Patrol encourages taking precautions to keep yourself and your family safe. “If you must travel, be sure you know road conditions before you leave by calling 5-1-1 or visiting the Kandrive website at kandrive.org. And give the snow plows plenty of room to work,” said Mike King, secretary of the Kansas Department of Transportation. To find information on road conditions when not in the state, call (866) 511-5368. “Keep at least a half a tank of gas in your car at all times in case you get stranded or stuck in traffic,” said Col. Ernest Garcia, Kansas Highway Patrol superintendent. “Arrange your travel plans so you can leave well ahead of bad weather and keep an emergency kit in your car.” Recommended items to include in your vehicle: Shovel, windshield scraper and small broom, flashlight, battery powered radio, extra batteries, water, snack food, matches, extra hats, socks and mittens, first aid kit with pocket knife, necessary medications, blanket(s), tow chain or rope, road salt and sand, booster cables, emergency flares, fluorescent distress flag. “Weather conditions in Kansas can change quickly, so it’s important to have warm clothing, and extra layers ready, and if you have to stay outside on bitterly cold days, make plans to get inside to warm up on a regular basis,” said Dr. Robert Moser, secretary of the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. “Taking regular breaks from working outdoors in the cold can also help prevent injuries.” The Kansas Highway Patrol also suggests keeping your gas tank at least half-full at all times, in case you get stuck in traffic. This weeks forecast is a warming trend rising to 50 degrees on Tuesday, and remaining in the 40’s throughout the week with a possible chance of rain on the weekend. A good time to prepare for the winter months ahead. General News Monday, December 1, 2014 Post Rock Extension Answers By Neil Cates Post Rock Extension District Agent – Livestock Production K-State Research and Extension When my son was a teenager, he attempted suicide three times. My daughter has attempted suicide twice. Her 16-year-old son left a note, but she discovered it and took him to a hospital. I have moments of complete sadness, but I have never tried to kill myself. Does this suicidal tendency run in families? Is there a “suicide gene”? -Granny to Eleven We contacted the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, and here is what they said: Suicide is often misunderstood. Genetics is only a part of the story. In fact, there is no single cause for suicide. Mental health problems are also a contributor to suicide risk, and they run in families, too. Most people who have a mental illness don’t try to kill themselves, but it does put you at a higher risk: Nine out of 10 people who die by suicide have a mental illness at the time of their death. These illnesses are often treatable, but unfortunately, people suffering from illnesses like depression and anxiety do not seek treatment; they think they have to battle these problems on their own. You would not try to fight cancer on your own, so why tackle depression alone? Suicide attempts -- or even thoughts about killing yourself - are clear signs of distress, and you should consult a mental health professional as soon as possible. Since your family has For as long as most people around Beloit can remember, there has been a Duckwalls store in Beloit. Sometime before March 1, 1985, the store will be closed. The Beloit store is the ninth store to open by the company. Herb Mall has been manager of the store since Al Street retired in 1971 after coming to Beloit to manage the store from Osborne in 1941. Duckwalls opened its first store in 1901. It is believed the Beloit store started no later than the 1920s. “Sammy” Sampson was the manager around 1930 and Carl Scantlin, assistant manager at Concordia, came to the store to manage it in the early 1930s. Betty Crawford recently was Published Monday, Wednesday and Friday, except on New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Sharon Sahlfeld, Sports Editor Lauren Doherty, Assignment Writer Chad Hallack, Ad Sales Rhonda Claussen, Production Rick Larson, Circulation a history of attempts, it is especially important that you all stay on top of your mental health by regularly “checking in” with a mental health professional or your doctor, and with each other. You can’t make someone suicidal by talking about it, and they may feel relief when you ask. You can learn more about suicide research and prevention at afsp.org. If you or your family members are in crisis, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800273-8255. My husband and I grew up in the Midwest. We moved to Arizona 25 years ago to get out of the cold and snowy winters and hot, sticky summers. We live in a beautiful town. My pet peeve is that family never comes to visit. They expect us to do all of the traveling in order to see them. Meanwhile, they go on lovely vacations elsewhere and tell us they have limited vacation time and can’t get to us. Well, so do we. I can count on one hand the number of times we have had visitors, and every time it has been for a major event. To our families: Please come visit. You can stay with us, no hotel room needed. We live in a beautiful area. Planes go both ways. Why should we do all the traveling? - Getting It Off My Chest People who move away from their hometown often find that they are expected to return for visits more often, simply because it is “home” and usually there are multiple relatives you can see at the same time. For those same relatives to visit you, it requires planning an individual vacation. We agree that it is unfair, but it’s unlikely to change. Make sure your family members know that they are welcome and you’d love to see them. You can’t do more than that. This is for all of the grandparents who live near their children but don’t get to spend as much time with them as they’d like. My son and daughter-in-law have three young children under the age of 5. I invite them to our home for a meal once a week and offer to bring a meal to their home once a week. This lightens their load and gives us time to visit. And I feel greatly appreciated and have become close to my grandchildren. -- J. Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Please email your questions to [email protected], or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, c/o Creators Syndicate, 737 3rd Street, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254. To find out more about Annie’s Mailbox and read features by other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate Web page at www.creators.com. honored with the distinction of receiving an Award of Excellence for an Outstanding Project in a Rural School. She was nominated by Larry Anderson, Principal of the Beloit Junior-Senior High School. She received the award largely due to the contribution she has made in the Vocational Basic Skills Tutorial Program. Jeri Walter, Beloit, and Chuck Peters, Hays, were elected King and Queen to the 1989 Homecoming Court of Bethany College. the Model Bakery will shut its doors for good. Jerry and Shirley Wessling have purchased the Beloit Paint and Glass business from Jerry Reiter at 115 East Court and will reopen it Monday under the name of “The Home Shop.” Gordon Snyder began working in the bakery business when he was just 16. His sister and brother-in-law ran a bakery in Clay Center and he worked there for a time in 1936. Towards the end of that year, Gordon moved to Beloit and began working at the Model Bakery under Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Sporleder until 1947, missing only four years because of World War II. In 1947, Gordon and LaDonna, Snyder’s wife, along with their partners, Floyd and Dorothy Bowline, purchased the bakery from the Sporleders. On New Year’s Eve this year Tyler Harmon, Tyler Long, Dalton Rothchild, Cory Gerard, Josh Hiatt, Luis Bouska-Ortega, Sharon Larson, Aaron Davies, Branson Hiserote, Colton Hayes Subscription rates, including tax: Delivery by Carrier (in Beloit): Yearly, $59.00; Six months, $31.41; Three Months, $16.74. Delivery by Motor Route: Yearly, $68.80; Six Months, $37.40; Three Months, $20.19; Delivery by Mail (Mitchell, Jewell, Lincoln, Osborne, Ottawa, Smith and Russell Counties) Yearly, $92.90; Six Months, $51.25; Three Months, $27.97. Delivery Elsewhere in Kansas - Yearly, $97.49; six months, $53.31; Three months, $28.93. Out of State Yearly, $111.18; Six months, $61.16; Three Months, $35.02 DO NOT PAY CARRIER DIRECT Wheat............................$6.15 Grain Sorghum..............$4.14 Corn.............................. $3.49 Soybeans.......................$9.41 Wheat............................$6.25 Grain Sorghum..............$4.24 Corn.............................. $3.54 Soybeans.......................$9.46 Wheat............................$6.20 Grain Sorghum..............$4.24 Corn...............................$3.54 Soybeans..................... $9.46 Mitchell County, Kansas, isn’t exactly known for producing national champion caliber women. But don’t tell that to Mariah Crumbaker. She’s made quite a stir at national level jumping events. Crumbaker, a Beloit High freshman, has finished in the top of her fences events at the Fort Worth Nationals and at the American Royal Show in Kansas City. Lynda Terry, a Mitchell County Hospital employee of more than 30 years, has been named employee of the quarter. James Clothing is celebrating its 40th anniversary in Beloit this week. Rex Waggoner, current owner, has worked at the store since 1965 when he was in high school. Calvin and Betty James purchased the store from Swede Olson in 1964. Waggoner purchased the store from Calvin James in 1993. Although he has only owned the business for a little over a week, taking over a week ago Monday, Joe Kindscher is hard at work upgrading the Pump Mart at the corner of 8th and Bell into the kind of store he wants it to be in the future. November 4, 2009 The 3rd Quarter Image Award was presented to Doug Krier and his employees at Krier Auto Parts. After months of planning, present and past members of the Pleasant View Methodist Church southwest of Beloit, gathered to celebrate 125 years as a congregation on Saturday, November 21, 2009. Carldon Broadbent and Mike Jordan were instrumental in organizing the event that filled the present sanctuary of the church built in 1963. In April of 1878, an organizational meeting was held to discuss building a small chapel. The chapel was dedicated in November of 1884 in the Pleasant View community south of Beloit. For a cow/calf producer, feed cost is the largest expense associated with their operation. The majority of that cost comes during the winter months. The average feed cost for average profit cow/calf producers in the 2013 summary of Kansas Farm Management Association members was $437. With high prices, it is important to pay attention to these feed costs to optimize your profits. Protein supplementation can become quite expensive during this time of year. It is important to remember to price compare protein supplementation based on (price per pound of protein). Use this formula to compare the basis of cost per lb. of crude protein (CP): Cost of supplement, $ per hundredweight (cwt) / (100 X % CP) = cost per lb. of CP. The same principles should be followed when comparing energy sources on the basis of cost per lb. of Total Digestible Nutrients (TDN): Cost, $ per ton / [2,000 X % dry matter (DM) X % TDN in DM] = cost per lb. of TDN. Kansas State University has excellent nutritionist on staff. Guidelines for supplementing mature, spring calving cows during late fall and early winter are as follows: Dry Grass – 1-2 pounds per day of a 40% crude protein supplement Dry Grass – 3-4 pounds per day of a 20% crude protein supplement Dry Grass – 10 pounds of good non-legume hay, no supplement needed The first management practice is hay storage. According to a publication from Oklahoma State University, dry matter losses of hay can reach up to 50 percent while in storage. Factors contributing to this number include: bale quality, storage conditions and storage duration. Exposed round bales stored on the ground can experience dry matter losses of 5-20 percent when stored up to 9 months, and losses of 15-50 percent when stored up to 18 months. The site selected should not be shaded (ex. under trees) and should be in an area open to breezes to enhance drying conditions. Be sure that the location is well drained, minimizing moisture absorption Ray attends School of Banking TOPEKA – Travis Ray, Assistant Vice President at the Guaranty State Bank & Trust Co., Beloit, recently completed the 2014 Principles of Commercial Lending School. This school was held October 20-24 in Topeka. The Principles of Commercial Lending School is sponsored by the Kansas and Nebraska Bankers Associations and in partnership with the Colorado, Iowa, Louisiana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wyoming Bankers Associations. The School provides bankers introductory instruction in the entire commercial lending process. Completion of this course assists students in developing skills, which allow them to better serve their customer’s multiple financial needs. The Schools of Banking, located in Lincoln, Nebraska, is a jointly owned subsidiary of the Kansas and Nebraska Bankers Associations. For more information on the Schools of Banking, please visit www.schoolsofbanking.com or call 402-474-1555. in the bottom of the bale. Up to 12 inches of loss on the bottom of the bale can result from moisture wicking. Bales should be stored in end-to-end rows, and lined in a north/south direction if possible. Also allow a minimum of three feet between the rows when stacking side by side. The north/south orientation allows for better sunlight penetration and air flow between the bales allowing the hay and ground to dry faster after precipitation. Another way to reduce hay loss is through feeding methods. A study done at Oklahoma State University compared commonly used styles of round bale feeders and measured the dry matter losses associated with each feeder. The study found that open bottom, round bale feeders wasted on average 21% of the original weight of the bale. Another feeder tested was the round, steel, closed bottom bale feeder, which averaged 13% loss. The lowest loss came from the steel, modified cone, with a closed bottom at 6% loss. The round bale feeders with the least waste, are also the most expensive to purchase, but if you do the math, and put a dollar amount to the loss of hay associated with the cheaper feeders, it is worth the purchase in the long run. If you would like to put a dollar amount to the hay loss from various feeders, go to: http:// w w w. n o b l e . o r g / a g / t o o l s / livestock/hay-ring/ and use their hay ring waste calculator. It is very simple to navigate and does all of the calculations for you. Just because cattle prices are at record highs, doesn’t mean that input costs should be ignored. With the constant rising of input costs it is important to diligently search for ways to reduce those costs and increase profits. Little changes can pay large dividends down the road. Post Rock Extension District of K-State Research and Extension serves Jewell, Lincoln, Osborne, Smith, and Mitchell counties. Neil may be contacted at [email protected] or by calling Beloit 738-3597, Lincoln 524-4432, Mankato 378-3174, Osborne 346-2521, Smith Center 282-6823. Visit our website at www.postrock.ksu.edu and follow our blog at: postrockextension.blogspot.com Also follow us on Facebook at: Post Rock Extension. General News Beloit students attend orchestra festival Monday, December 1, 2014 BELOIT – Joining the rest of the Hilltop family in the month of November were Anita Eilert and Mildred Porter. Our residents do appreciate and enjoy visits from family and friends. The first week of November was mainly our regularly scheduled activities. On Veteran’s Day, Nov. 11, eight Hilltop Veterans rode in the downtown parade. Dinah drove the limo with Don Melton, Merlyn Menhusen, Wesley Sample, Garth Jennings, Clarence Scoggan and Keith Gillis throwing out the candy. Harold drove the Hilltop van with Ed Pickel and Don Bureman inside. Our Vanessa braved the cold temperature and winds to video the entire parade. We showed the video in the afternoon to the other residents and served some delicious hot chocolate. The next day, the Cowboy Church came in the afternoon to present a program. Brad hosted Wine Wednesday later that day, serving wine and beer. Wednesday, Nov. 19, was Donut Day. The activity gang made homemade donuts with choice of chocolate, maple or cinnamon/sugar toppings. All residents and staff were invited to partake. Boy, were they good! On Nov. 25 we decorated Christmas vases out of pretty colored bottles. November 26 we made apple butter in the morning and served it on homemade bread in the afternoon. We want to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and be thankful for all that we have. We continue having activities in the late afternoon and early evening Tuesday through Thursday. This includes art, Wii, manicures, church services, baking and movies. Our weekly activities of current events, BINGO (including Dollar BINGO on Saturday) and “Dudes” were held. Monthly pianists including Bobbi Link, Marlene Mispagel, Rod Rose and Noma Wilson shared their talents. Ileen scheduled several special programs a couple of Saturdays this month including Milton and Melody Huff and members of the Assembly of God Church. Religious services were held throughout the month by various members of the Ministerial Alliance. The November Birthday Party was held on Nov. 14 with entertainment by Lucy Peters and her two daughters and seven grandchildren. What a delightful program. Cake, provided by Leah Hewitt, and ice cream were served. In December we will celebrate the birthdays of: Don Melton on Dec. 3; Rose Marie Scott and Buford Tucker (100 years old) on Dec. 11; Clarence Scoggan on Dec. 19, Ruby Sutton and Ron Buffenmyer on Dec. 28; Keith Gillis and Garth Jennings on Dec. 31. Best wishes to those residents on their special days. The resident of the month is Garth Jennings. Garth Wayne Jennings was born Dec. 31, 1930 in Lebanon, Kansas, to Harold and Mabel Jennings who were farmers. He has one brother, Neal, who lives in Lebanon. He graduated from Lebanon High School in 1949. Garth served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He married Ethel Lofstead on April 6, 1963 in Lebanon. Ethel was involved in church work and Garth says he liked to socialize! Garth and his family lived in the Lebanon area most of their lives. He had a number of different jobs which included working on the railroad and driving a truck. He said he hauled many loads of grain into the Dakotas, working for Bradon Produce. He worked for Heide Construction out of Smith Center, building highways in Kansas and Oklahoma until that business dissolved. He and Ethel also owned Jennings’ Sundries in Lebanon for a couple of years. Garth would work construction during the week and on Sunday he would run the store until noon. He opened Jennings’ Repair and operated it a few years until a health issue forced him to close. He was also a substitute mail carrier. His final occupation was working for the Smith County Road Department, running a motor grader, until his retirement. Garth was married to Ethel for 42 years until she passed. They had two sons: Terry and wife Shani, Beloit, and Kerry and wife Sheila, Riley. There are two grandsons attending KState, Terran (son of Terry) and Kyle (son of Kerry). There are also two granddaughters, Carli and Haylei (daughters of Terry). Carli is a senior at Beloit High School and works at Hilltop Lodge as a CNA, Haylei is a 5th grader at Beloit Elementary School. Garth lived in Lebanon until April of 2012 when he moved to Hilltop Assisted Living. He came to Hilltop Lodge on March 12, 2014. Garth likes to attend the men’s group on Thursdays (the Dudes) and have a snack and coffee. He comes to other activities as he wants, such as music programs, current events and parties. He rode in the Veteran’s Day Parade with a group of other Veterans from Hilltop. We thank him for his service. Please congratulate Garth when you see him for being named the December, 2014, Hilltop Resident of the Month. The Employee of the Month is Maria Tellez. Maria grew up in Meyuca de Morelos, Mexico. She attended Leona Vicario, Mexico. Maria has been married to her husband Gabriel Lopez for 18 years and they have two children: a daughter named Jaqui and a son named Keko. She enjoys being with her family and having a good time. She also likes to read and attend church. Maria started here as a housekeeper July of 2012. Maria says she enjoys being here at Hilltop and she loves the residents. Congratulations on the welldeserved honor. Our deepest sympathy goes to the family of Lyle Weber. The memorial service will be held on Dec. 4 at 2 p.m. in the activity room. Family and friends are welcome to attend. Visitors: Fred and Kathy Anderson; Vaughn Davidson, Bennington; Julianne Pruitt: Ruth and Roger Pruitt, Hays; Ella Thurston; Jessica Thurston, Glasco; Lee Thurston, Glasco; Bryant Thurston, Jamestown Kansas American Legion Scholarships now available Kansas American Legion Scholarship information is now available. For information contact the Beloit Jr.-Sr. High School or St. John’s High School counselor. To print a copy of the application online log on to website www.ksamlegion.org and click on the “Scholarships” icon, select which scholarships you wish to view. For more information contact the Beloit American Legion Post #57, James Nothern, service officer. Having a birthday or an anniversary? If you or someone you know is having a birthday or anniversary, please call 785-738-3537 or email [email protected]. SALINA – Orchestra students from the Beloit Senior High String Orchestra and the Beloit Junior Orchestra attended the Western Kansas Orchestra Festival in Salina on November 21 and 22. Twenty senior high, 32 junior high, and 11 sixth grade students from Beloit Public Schools attended the festival. Michael Harbaugh is the orchestra teacher at the Beloit Jr.-Sr. High School and Beloit Elementary School. All orchestra programs west of U.S. 81 attended the festival, with 632 students representing junior high/middle schools and high schools from Hays, Salina, Garden City, Hutchinson, Great Bend, McPherson, Dodge City and Beloit. The Fort Hays State University and the Western Kansas Orchestra Festival Association hosted the festival. Matthew Means, Instructor of Violin at Fort Hays State University, is the festival manager. The students are divided into two middle school string orchestras and two senior high string orchestras and rehearse many hours Friday and Saturday. The orchestras are divided equally in numbers and ability to provide the most musical experience for all participants. The festival concluded with a concert at the Maxine A. Carrico to Patrick K. Kelley all of her right, title and interest in and to the real estate described as: A tract of land in the Southwest Quarter (SW/4) of Section Ten (10), Township Seven (7) South, Range Seven (7) West of the 6th P.M., Mitchell County, Kansas, containing 0.66 acres. Maxine A. Carrico, Executor of the Will of Richard J. Carrico, to Patrick K. Kelley all interest in the following real estate, to-wit: A tract of land in the Southwest Quarter (SW/4) of Section Ten (10), Township Seven (7) South, Range Seven (7) West of the 6th P.M., Mitchell County, Kansas, containing 0.57 acres. Maxine A. Carrico to Patrick K. Kelley all of her right, title and interest in and to the real Salina South High School gym at 6 p.m. on Saturday evening. The middle school orchestras performed “Buccaneer Country,” “Jupiter,” “Wood Splitter Fanfare,” “Kalinka,” “Crystal Moon” and “Night Shift.” The high school orchestras performed “Dreaming,” “Rondo in Blue,” “Heart of Fire,” “Slumber My Darling,” “Serenade for Strings” and “Cascade.” Principal players from each middle school and senior high orchestra auditioned for seating on Friday afternoon. Mackenzie McPeak, junior at Beloit High School, won First Chair Second Violin in High School Orchestras. She is the daughter of Barry and Darcel McPeak. Audrey Finney, junior at Beloit High School, received First Chair String Bass in High School Orchestra. She is the daughter of Michael and Mary Finney. Paul Finney, eight grade, won First Chair in the Middle School Second Violin Section. He is the son of David and Karen Finney. Other students auditioning for seating in the high school orchestras were Ayden Twaddell, Second Chair Cello Section; Audrey Shamburg, Third Chair First Violin estate described as: All of her interest in and to a tract of land in the Southwest Quarter (SW/4) of Section Ten (10), Township Seven (7) South, Range Seven (7) West of the 6th P.M., Mitchell County, Kansas, containing 0.57 acres. Richard R. Montgomery and Margaret A. Montgomery transfers on death to Marla D. Trecek and Ross A. Montgomery the following described real estate: All of Lots Ten (10) and Eleven (11), Block One (1), except the South Nine Feet (9’) of Lot Eleven (11), in Block One (1), in Central Park Addition to the City of Beloit, Mitchell County, Kansas. Section; Grace Marozas, Third Chair Second Violin Section; Shae Johnson, Third Chair Viola Section; and Belle Finney, Fourth Chair Cello Section. Other students auditioning for seating in the middle school orchestras were Tyler Long, Third Chair First Violin Section; Sydney Barrett, Third Chair Viola Section; Elisa Hiserote, Third Chair Viola Section; Abby Vetter, Fourth Chair Cello Section; Tayson Romero, Fourth Chair String Bass Section; Jaimie Drum, Fifth Chair First Violin Section; Calvin Duden, Fifth Chair String Bass Section; and Chance Kopsa, Sixth Chair Cello Section. Other students attending the festival from BHS were Brooke Vetter, Heidi Mealiff, Erica Fairchild, Danielle Riemann, Elyse Krier, Conner Mong, Caden Emmot, Evan Brandt, Sarabella Weidenhaft, Bryce Nichols, Christopher Chandler and Noah Marozas. Other students attending the festival from Beloit Junior High and Beloit Elementary were Trinity Wagner, Makenna Stauffer, Karson Brown, Blaise Spangler, Emma Easter, Gracie Wessling, Alisyn Bowers, Riley Gronewoller, Jason Duden, Cutter Harden, Emily Feldmann, Hannan Burks, Alexis Arasmith, Hayley Burks, Grace Webb, Madalyn Johnson, Chance Eck, Caleigh Hewitt, Chloe Weber, Laney Clark, Nicole Emerson, Jamie Sporleder, Luke Finney, Haley Hilt, Avery Johnson, Hannah Schroeder, Amanda Noller, Eli Colby, Halle Budke, Jayden DeGarmo, Alijah Twaddell, Landon Budke and Drake Thompson. Serving as clinicians were Brigid Mayer, Olathe East High School; Laura Carpenter, Wichita Robinson Middle School; Chris Kelts, Washburn University; and Daniel Stevens, University of North Alabama. described real estate in the County of Mitchell and the State of Kansas, to-wit: Lot Three (3) and the North Half (N 1/2) of Lot Four (4), Block Thirty-seven (37), Fourth Ward, City of Cawker City. right, title and interest in the following described real estate in the County of Mitchell and the State of Kansas, to-wit: Lots Seven (7) and Eight (8), Block Seven (7), City of Simpson. Lynn O. Gentleman, Trustee of the M. Eugene Gentleman Trust, to Ashley D. Clausen and Dana M. Clausen all right, title and interest in the following real estate: A tract of land in the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (SW/4 SW/ 4) of Section Fifteen (15), Township Six (6) South, Range Nine (9) West of the 6th P.M., Mitchell County, Kansas, containing 11.1 acres, more or less, inclusive of 0.8 acres of county road right of way. Deric L. Bergmann and Dale K. Prochaska and Nora Crystal L. Bergmann to Deric M. Prochaska quit claims to L. Bergmann and Mark J. Bergmann all of the following Lou Ann Connor, all of its Michelle Drum, Jo Dee Noller, Kim Budke, DeeAnn Harbaugh, Doug Twaddell, Kristi Vetter, Chandra Wagner, Marsha Weidenhaft, Kevin Marozas, Diedre Burks, Dina Budke and Marne Hewitt helped chaperone the students. Mr. Harbaugh would like to thank the administration, secretarial staff, custodial staff, bus drivers, teachers of the Beloit Jr.-Sr. High School and Beloit Elementary Schools in their outstanding support of this event and the orchestra program. Karen Thiessen conveys and warrants to Karen A. Thiessen, Trustee of the Karen A. Thiessen Trust, all the following described real estate in the County of Mitchell and the State of Kansas, to-wit: The North Half of the Northwest Quarter (N 1/2 NW 1/4) of Section Thirty-five (35), Township Six (6) South, Range Eight (8) West of the 6th P.M., Mitchell County, Kansas. The Northwest Quarter (NW 1/4) of Section Twenty-eight (28), Township Seven (7) South, Range Six (6) West of the 6th P.M. Monday, Dec. 1, 2014 By Chad Hallack BELOIT – Horses have been as much a part of Tate Thompson’s daily life as anything you could conceive of in terms of a now 14 year old boy. Tate and his mother Denise have been showing horses professionally for over 30 years. It was only natural that young Thompson would at least take an interest in it. What he has accomplished extends well beyond simple interest. It involved commitment, hard work, determination, practice, preparation and, most importantly, precision. Thompson was rewarded for his dedication and expertise in all these areas at the Palomino Horse Breeder’s Association World Championship Show held in Tunica, Miss. from July 9-20 of this year. Thompson was named World Champion for Showmanship in the 13 & under category. An event in which he placed third last year. He was also Reserve World Champion second place in the Novice 18 & under division. His horse’s registered name is Zips Gold Copykat and is affectionately known as “Zippy”. At the shows, Zippy is an athlete essentially used as a prop for Thompson to demonstrate his prowess as a rider as they execute a series of movements along a predetermined course known as a pattern. These movements within the pattern include disciplines such as squaring and pivoting. When squaring, riders literally “square-up” the horse. Stopping it, ideally, with the front and back legs in perfect alignment. Side to side and front to back. Pivoting requires turning the horse with the right, hind hoof never leaving the ground. All of the competitors execute the same pattern for a panel of four judges. The lowest score is thrown out and an aggregate total of the remaining three scores is compiled to determine a champion. “When you hit the top three you know you’re doing good,” said Thompson. “When it’s down to you and someone else, I start thinking about my pattern and the other competitor’s pattern, trying to decide if I won or not.” At this year’s PHBA World Championship Show there were a total of 593 youth entries in a number of disciplines and age groups. As well as a total of 977 open entrants in the amateur and professional ranks. Thompson began riding as a toddler and started showing in Lead Line competitions where kids ride a horse lead by an adult for showmanship. From there, he progressed to riding the horse for showmanship on his own in the current age group he competes in. From there he can progress through the age categories and on to amateur and possibly professional showmanship. Preparation for the PHBA World Championship Beloit Jr. Trojans dominate Ellsworth BELOIT – The Beloit Jr. High Trojan boys were back in action before the Thanksgiving break last week with a landslide 57-11 win over Ellsworth. The Jr. Trojans put up a whopping 24 points in the first quarter while not allowing a basket on the defensive end and the game was essentially over about the time it got started. Colin Chandler led the way with 12 of the 24 first quarter points. Zach Meier had four points in the first. Ryan Broeckelman and Reid Behrends both hit three point shots as Tate Ahlvers had a two point basket. While Chandler got off to the hot start, it was Meier who would pour it on in the final three quarters. Scoring a game high 20 including four in the 2nd, eight in the 3rd and four in the 4th. The Trojans led 36-6 at halftime and 49-9 after three quarters. Chandler would finish with the 12 he scored in the 1st quarter, Ahlvers had eight in the game. Behrends and Grant Arasmith each had four. Broeckelman finished with three while Braxten Eilert, Taybor Vetter and Vincent Palen each scored two. It was more of the same for Beloit in the B-team game with a 49-12 win. The Trojans jumped out to a 14-4 first quarter lead and never looked back. It was 29-8 at halftime. Ellsworth was held to just four points in the 1st, 2nd and 4th quarters and held scoreless in the 3rd. Trase McQueen led Beloit with 10 points. Carson Cox and Tate Thompson each scored eight. There were six points apiece put in by Hudson Gray and Hayden Budke. Five points for Cole Brummer, four by Grant Arasmith and two for Rkail Junaeza. In a more competitive Cteam contest, Beloit got out to an early lead once again at 62 in the 1st quarter before Ellsworth responded with a 50 second quarter to take a 7-6 lead at halftime. Zach Stocker had four in the first half while Paul Finney added two. The Trojans battled back with an 8-2 third quarter, taking a 149 lead that would hold up for an 18-14 win for Beloit. Stocker poured in a game high 12 while River Paul and Alijah Twaddell each scored a second half basket. The boys will continue their season on Tuesday, December 4th at Southeast of Saline. W 27 23 23 22 15 L to R: Lynna Schmidt, Lauren Schmidt, Joy Jensen, Jaley Jensen, Mike Hoeppner, Zippy, Tate Thompson, Denise Thompson, Louis Hufnagel. Show is a year round affair the pattern at the show which Thompson is active in sports serves as his trainer. He also with particular emphasis takes about four minutes to like basketball where he works with another trainer, placed on the six to eight complete. It is not unlike an stands six feet tall. This Mike Hoeppner, who weeks leading up to the event. Olympic athlete, for example, actually puts him at a decided volunteered his services after Those weeks leading up to in terms of hours upon hours of disadvantage in terms of watching Thompson doing a the show typically involves 15- preparation that culminates in a showmanship in his age group solo workout with Zippy. 20 hours of practice, exercise, performance that takes place which is co-ed and most Denise Thompson said grooming and feeding per over a comparatively tiny typically dominated by female with a smile, “A parent week. This is on top of fraction of time. riders. serving as trainer for their Thompson’s schooling, sports Thompson also has a Seven of the top ten child is not always the easiest practice schedule and chores second show horse known as finishers in the 13 & under working relationship and that which include feeding 30 “Slammer.” Showmanship event goes both ways.” She loves horses per day. To keep the horses in show Thompson won were girls. working with her son and At shows, the horses are shape, aside from their It is more difficult for him Zippy but is also grateful for fitted with fake tails for regiment of practice and to maintain a smooth the efforts of Mr. Hoeppner. aesthetic purposes and the exercise, they are stabled under presentation compared to In regard to being hoofs are painted black. This is lights that discourage smaller bodied competitors, as announced as the 13 & under done in order for them to stand additional hair growth to help any mis-movement on his part World Showmanship out to the judges, as hoof maintain a lustrous, slick coat. is magnified by his long Champion, Tate Thompson placement throughout the The diet of Thompson’s show stature. It makes the said, “It was everything! pattern is a key component. horses mainly consist of impressive title he has earned Relief, excitement, shock. It All of this preparation time supplemented alfalfa and oats. all the more impressive. was surreal. I was confident and effort culminates in riding In his spare time, Thompson’s mother and felt like my pattern was good and I won.” By Chad Hallack BELOIT – Jace Adams of Beloit has been nominated for the 2014 Black Lion Award. The Black Lion award is given in memory of Major Don Holleder and other members of the 28th infantry, known as the Black Lions, who died in action on October 17, 1967 in Vietnam. Hollender was a former All-American football player from West Point. Any youth, middle school or high school team is invited to participate and present the award. The Black Lion award is not an individual award in the same sense as an MVP award, because it is intended to go to a player who personifies team play. The spirit of award is also the criteria for receiving it. The award is to go to an individual “who best exemplifies the character of Don Hlleder. Leadership, courage, devotion to duty, self sacrifice and above all an unselfish concern for the team ahead of himself. Adams was nominated for his leadership in terms of filling a void left by graduating Seniors from 2013, leading by an example of hard work and maintaining a positive attitude. His courage was displayed throughout the season as he played all year with a significant shoulder injury. He missed one game with the shoulder separation and could have easily missed more time. Adams’ devotion duty was personified by putting in his Jace Adams received the Black Lion Award representing the Beloit Trojan football team. Brother Jadon, mom Connie and dad Jeff proudly support their son during his honor. Tuesday Pinsplitter November 25, 2014 League Standings Team S&S Drug First National Bank Eagles Hubbard Feed Calhoon Racing Jeff Kirkbride Courtesy photo We want your Pet Pictures!! 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In the book there is a chapter about Hollender and how he was an All-American end as a Junior at Army but switched to quarterback for his Senior season at the request of his coach. Losing any opportunity for more national recognition in doing so. In 1967 Holleder made the ultimate sacrifice for his “team.” Coaches electing to participate in the Black Lion Award Program select one player from their team who best measures up to the criteria of the award. Recipients of the award receive a certificate suitable for framing and a Black Lions regimental patch. Congratulations to Jace Adams for being chosen as the Beloit Trojans 2014 recipient of the Black Lion Award. The Sports Ticket Your Sports Ticket to Local, Regional, State, and National Sports Talk on KD Country 94 and on the web at www.kdcountry94.com Monday, Dec. 1, 2014 Help Wanted Wanted HELP WANTED: Mitchell County Hospital Health System has an opening for a Registered Nurse in Acute Nursing. 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Section 184 for Federal Tribe members. Lenders accepting less than perfect credit. 866-858-6862 Having delivery problems? Call 785-738-3537 or [email protected] BELOIT – This seasons Chautauqua Isle of Lights will remain open through Dec. 31. Hours are Sunday through Thursday from 69 p.m and Friday and Saturday, 6-10 p.m. The display, which is in its’ 15th year, is located in Chautauqua Park in Beloit located off Highway 14 south of the Solomon River. Two new displays this season are a full size combine purchased by Carrico Implement and a 12 foot tall Christmas tree with an LED lighted program. The annual event features over 200 displays purchased by local businesses, organizations and individuals. Admission is free, however donations are greatly appreciated. The display categories include religious, winter wonderland, patriotic, toyland, Christmas cards, school mascots, antique vehicles and farm machinery. •4:55 - 5:55 p.m. T.O.P.S. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) weigh-in with meeting at 6 p.m., United Methodist Church upstairs (elevator available) •2 p.m. Beloit United Methodist Church general meeting. Executive meeting to disburse Mission Funds for the year at 1 p.m. 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Two informational meetings on healthcare market place and enrolling in healthcare are scheduled in Beloit. At Thursday, Dec. 4 it will be held at the Port Library in the Schafer room. A second meeting will be held at the same time in the basement of the Mitchell County Hospital on Dec. 11. For more information contact Rhea at 785-738-9202. •10 a.m. – Public tasting at 11 a.m. Beloit Chamber of Commerce has scheduled a “Sizzlinʼ with Santa Chili Cook-off . Santa will make an appearance at 12:30. To enter contact the Chamber. •9 a.m. – 12 p.m. The Annual Community Clothing Drive. Clothing drop off is at the St. Johnʼs Catholic Grade school parking lot on East Main. 1 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. The Mitchell County Hospital Relay 4 Life team is sponsoring the 6th Annual Spirit of the Season Holiday Home tour. Tickets are available at S&S Drug and the hospital. Same day tickets and a bake sale will be at the historic Porter House Hotel from 11a.m. to 2 p.m. •2 p.m. Solomon Valley Cinema and H&R Block will be hosting a free movie day showing Beethovenʼs Christmas adventure. There will be a drawing at each showing for punch cards with 10 free adult admissions and 10 free child admissions. 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. A second informational meeting on healthcare market place and enrolling in healthcare is scheduled in Beloit. It will be held at the the basement of the Mitchell County Hospital. For more information contact Rhea at 785-738-9202. •9 – 11 a.m. Santa will be visiting Solomon Valley Bank. •3:15 p.m. Annual Community Christmas Concert Choir. First practice is on Sunday, Nov. 30 and again on Dec. 7 at the Beloit High school choir room. •12 p.m. The first weed/herbicide update meeting at the Wellness Center Classroom in Beloit with a FREE lunch sponsored by the Solomon Valley Bank – Beloit, and will conclude at approximately at 3:00 p.m. •10:30 a.m. Trinity United Methodist Church will be hosting “Christmas with the Wrights”. Terry and Melissa Wright come from Tecumseh and offer music through Gods word. A freewill offering will be taken to provide support for the Wright family and their ministries. For more information contact Pastor Jim Rice at 785-4283531. ********** To place an item for the Community Calendar, call (785) 738-3537 or email [email protected]. General News Monday, December 1, 2014 Obituary Dorothy Jean Allen, 90, retired childcare provider and homemaker, died Friday, November 28, 2014. Jean is survived by her sons, Larry (Sheryl) Allen, Wichita, Gary (Janet) Allen, Beloit; grandsons, Andy, Manhattan, Eric and Trent, Beloit; in-laws, Dwight (Sue) Allen, Wichita, Patricia Lister, Arizona; sister-in-law, Pearl Brees, Derby; host of nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband, Dwayne; parents, Villie and Emma Brees; brothers, Marvin, Floyd, Delford and Bud Brees; sister, Rita Neckita. Visitation with the family will be 6-8 p.m., Monday, December 1, at Downing & Lahey East Mortuary. Funeral Service will be at 2 p.m., Tuesday, December 2, at Fairmount United Church of Christ. Memorials have been established with: Fairmount United Church of Christ, 1650 Fairmount, Wichita, KS 67208; Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice, 313 S. Market, Wichita, KS 67202. Share tributes online at: http:// www.dlwichita.com/ Death Notice Stanley “Kip” Walter, age 70 of Harvard, Neb., and formerly of Cawker City, died Thursday, November 27. Funeral arrangements are Britany Gilmore and her son Vincent pose with a $100 check after winning the Black Friday Facebook Photo Contest held by Becker Auto’s this week. Entrants submitted a photo with their Becker Auto’s vehicle. The winner being the photo receiving the most “likes.” pending at McDonald-Roberts Funeral Service of Beloit. Condolences may be left at www.mcdonaldrobertsfuneralse rvice.com. Craig Smith, FHSU assistant professor By Ron Wilson, director of the Huck Boyd National Institute for Rural Development From track and field to the farming field. Today we’ll meet a young Kansan who has made the transition between those two. In doing so, he is positively impacting the lives of young people in rural Kansas. Craig Smith is assistant Some people have the mistaken idea that farmers and ranchers professor of agribusiness at Fort are harming our environment. You hear it everywhere: at the coffee Hays State University. He grew up on a small farm near Yoder shop, church, public forums, traveling, even in the grocery. ÊChildren arrive home from school and tell parents about where his dad also had a harmful practices farmers are using on the land. Everywhere you construction business. Yoder is rural – but there’s more. go today people are concerned about the food they eat. “My interest in ag really got ÊFew businesses are as open to public scrutiny as a farm or ranch sparked when I worked for a in the United States. While farming and ranching practices occur in neighboring farmer,” Craig said. the open, the only picture many have of agriculture is what they He was also interested in read in newspapers, or see on television or social media. Even sports and was an outstanding fewer people have set foot on a modern farm. That’s why it’s more important than ever to engage with our three-sport athlete at Haven High School.Ê By graduation, customers and tell them about what we do in agriculture. Today’s farmer and ranchers are doing their part to protect and however, he felt rather burned improve the environment. They use such agricultural practices as out on sports and decided not to pursue sports in college. early planting, pest control, good soil fertility conservation tillage He went to K-State and and many other innovations that help grow more food while majored in agricultural protecting the environment. technology management. By his Tell them about this. sophomore year, however, he Farmers adjust practices to meet individual cropping conditions. was feeling bored. He decided Such practices can vary from farm to farm – even from field to to give athletics a try again. field. “I became a walk-on for the As in any other business, farmers and ranchers must manage track team,” Craig said. In high their operations on a timely basis and use all available technology school, he had done well with to improve quality and productivity. If they don’t they will not stay the javelin, so he became a in business for long. thrower for K-State. He had lots Tell them. of success. Today’s farmer has cut chemical usage by approximately 40 “It was quite an experience,” percent in many cases during the last couple of decades. Many no Craig said. “I traveled with the longer apply chemicals before planting. Instead, as the crop team, and it was the first time I matures, farmers gauge potential weed pressure and apply ever flew on a plane.” As he trained with the K-State herbicides only if needed. Because farmers and ranchers are the first to come in contact coaches, he continued to with chemicals, they use them with care and according to improve. In 2001, he set the school instructions on the label. Farmers know chemicals can be toxic or record for the javelin throw. He harmful to people and the environment. even qualified for the NCAA Tell them. Throughout the growing season, farmers do their best to provide and USA Nationals before nutritious healthy food. From planting through harvest, they battle suffering an injury. “I think everything happens weather, weeds, insects and disease. Efficiency is their best for a reason,” Craig said. “God defense against unstable world markets, political barriers and had a hand in it.” In this case, fringe groups who may attack their farming methods. Craig spent time in the training Farmers and ranchers must live in the environment they create. room after his injury. There he They know all too well the importance of keeping ground water got acquainted with some of the clean and free of harmful products. More often than not, farmers girls on the Big 12 champion Kdrink from wells on their land. They understandÊ their family State volleyball team, including drinks from the water they pump from the ground every day. Cari Jensen. The two hit it off Farmers and ranchers can and will do more to improve their and ultimately were married. environment. They can continue to rely less on herbicides, Craig went on to get a insecticides and fertilizers. Agricultural producers can also master’s degree in agricultural conserve more water, plug abandoned wells, monitor grassland economics. He then became an grazing and continue to implement environmentally sound ag extension agent and natural techniques that will ensure preservation of the land. resource engineering specialist Production agriculture works because it is flexible enough to in Missouri before moving back accept and adapt to change. No agricultural system – or any other to Kansas and earning his Ph.D. system for that matter – is perfect.Ê Farmers and ranchers will in ag economics from K-State. continue to search for better ways to farm and ranch through In 2011, he joined Fort Hays State as an assistant professor of research and education. In the meantime, farmers and ranchers must engage through agribusiness. His wife Cari is every avenue to tell our customers what goes on in agriculture. from Colorado so Hays was in a Take every opportunity to explain to customers that you are great location, situated between where their families are located. providing them with the safest food in the world. “I teach five classes a John Schlageck is a leading commentator on agriculture and rural Kansas. Born and raised on a diversified farm in semester,” Craig said. He has classes such as northwestern Kansas, his writing reflects a lifetime of experience, taught “Marketing Farm Products,” knowledge and passion. Tell them about farming and the environment “Technology in Agriculture,” “Advanced Farm Management,” “Agriculture Finance,” “Agricultural Resource ValuationÊ(rural appraising),” “Agribusiness Firms Management” and “Marketing, and Current Issues and Ideas in Economics (online),” and more. Craig and Cari made their home on a small farm southwest of Hays. The farm is south of Ellis, near the unincorporated town of Antonino which has a population of perhaps 30 people. Now, that’s rural. “We wanted to raise our kids in a rural atmosphere like the kind that we grew up in,” Craig said.Ê He and Cari have four children: Jett, age five; Colt, age three; Shaylen, age two, and Remy who is four months old. The family raises Texas longhorns which are crossed with a Charolais bull.Ê “The kids love it out here,” Craig said. Craig values his teaching. “Our classes are small so we really get to know the students and their home farms and ranches,” he said. “I can tailor my lectures or homework assignments to their farming operations.” In 2013, Craig won the university-wide outstanding research award. Even though he has not been at the university long enough to qualify for the university outstanding teaching award, he has been nominated for it twice. In 2014, he won the Faculty Member of the Year award, the university’s second highest honor. But the awards are not what motivates Craig. “The biggest reward is when students come back and thank me for what I might have contributed to their success,” Craig said. “I want to have a positive impact, both academically and personally, on the lives of these young ag students.” From track and field to the farming field. Craig Smith has made this transition and is now making a difference in the lives of students. And there’s more. His sister is making her mark in the field of entertainment. We’ll learn about that next week. The mission of the Huck Boyd National Institute for Rural Development is to enhance rural development by helping rural people help themselves. The Kansas Profile radio series and columns are produced with assistance from the K-State Research and Extension Department of Communications News Unit. For more information about the We need your Pet Pictures! 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