New Chef Debuts At Boss Hawg`s With Creative

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Ju n e/Ju ly 2008
New Chef Debuts At Boss Hawg’s With Creative Culinary Offerings
If you have ideas for something
exciting you’d love to see on Boss
Hawg’s new menu, email Elizabeth
with your recipes and suggestions at:
monalisa66045@aol.com. If she uses
one of your ideas, she’ll send you a
$50 Boss Hawg’s gift certificate!
Don’t Forget Dad
With Father’s Day right around the
corner, you’d better get your carryout orders placed early at Boss
Hawg’s. Father’s Day is one of the
busiest days of the year in restaurants, so getting your order in early
means you won’t be shut out at
Dad’s favorite place. And, getting
delicious barbeque from Boss
Hawg’s means Dad won’t have to
slave over a hot grill on his special
day (Sunday, June 15th). If you’re
planning on dining out, get to Boss
Hawg’s early on Father’s Day. They
can seat 250 guests, so you won’t be
waiting in line to get a table...or
fighting the traffic on Wanamaker.
Follow your nose down the Terrace
at Brookwood Center on 29th Street
to Topeka’s legendary Boss Hawg’s
Barbeque. They’re open 11AM to
2AM daily. Call 785-273-7300.
If you’ve had to change mattresses
far more often than you like because of
that lasting impression on one, or both,
sides of the bed—you’ll be thrilled to
learn about the exciting new mattress
developed by Simmons Beautyrest®.
“We’ve just introduced the new
SimmonsTM line of NxGTM mattresses,”
says Bud Kottman of Slumberland,
“and they’re truly revolutionary. Three
features set the NxG apart from anything else on the market: (1) The NxG
Advanced Memory Foam Dissipates
Heat. The uniquely formulated memory foam is 4o cooler than other foam
mattresses. (Think about a comfortable 98.6 body temperature, or a feverish 102.6o.) (2) It has Quicker Recovery. The patented foam technology
responds quickly...no lasting body
imprints. And, you don’t have that
‘sinking in quicksand’ feeling...it feels
more like sleeping on a coil mattress.
(3) It offers Consistent Comfort. Nextgeneration memory foam conforms to
your body from the moment it arrives.
There’s no need to ‘break it in’...and
there’s no consistency change due to
temperature fluctuations in the room.
Other latex and memory foam mattresses are softer when it’s warm and
If you toss and turn at night
you may be ready for a new bed
harder when the room is cold. The NxG
has a 37o variance...it feels the same even
if there’s a big temperature change in the
house.
“Simmons has always been an innovator
in the industry. Now, they’ve combined
the legendary motion separation and conformability of the Beautyrest mattress
with the advanced performance of NextGeneration Memory Foam.
“We seek to improve the lives of our customers, and there’s no better way than by
helping them get a good night’s rest.
Sleep—or the lack of it—affects every
aspect of a person’s life.
“Slumberland is a ‘total sleep solution
store’...we’re very aware that one line of
mattress does not do everything. That’s
whey we feature every major national
brand of bedding all under one roof.
Sealy, for instance, is good for back support, Simmons is noted for excellent
motion separation, Tempurpedic is the
best for pressure point relief—and soon. But, in the end, the brand is irrelevant. You want the mattress that is
specifically calibrated for your body.
Our goal is to find that mattress for you!
“In late July, we will have a new ‘bed
diagnostic system’ in the store that will
accurately record a person’s pressure
points and sleeping habits and recommend the beds that will best fit the
needs. This will greatly reduce stress
and speed up the process by eliminating
the need to try out every bed.”
You can’t make a wrong decision on
a bed from Slumberland. Their “Total
Satisfaction Guarantee” means you
can take your bed home, sleep on it
for 30 nights...and if it’s not the “right
fit,” they’ll take it back and you can reselect, with no re-stocking fee.
Slumberland Furniture is located at
1800 SW Wanamaker, next to K-Mart.
Call 785-272-7171 for information,
or see: www.slumberland.com.
For information call
785-273-3437
Does Your Body Always Make A Lasting Impression?
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Chef William Fuschino
accomplishment to produce that
same dish consistently in a restaurant setting.”
When pressed, Elizabeth admitted
to recipes such as a salmon soaked in
gin and smoked over alderwood, and
a whole tenderloin smoked over oak
and cherry, carved into Filet
Mignon, and finished on the grill.
“We need a sauce for that one,” she
added. “I suspect Chef Fuschino will
make one that complements it perfectly.”
Most interesting is a smoked
watermelon rind recipe of
Elizabeth’s that was featured in
a national cookbook some years
back but which has never been
offered in her restaurant. “That
is going to be a fun one,” says
Elizabeth. “All we have to do is
convince people to try it and
they’ll be seriously and addictively hooked...it’s amazing.
“I know Chef Fuschino has
many exciting ideas of his own
that we can add to our offerings
as well. I’ve got a peanut butter
barbeque sauce that is delicious...I wonder what dish he
might prepare we could pair that
with? (Later, Chef Fuschino presented
an Asian pork rib, smoked then fried,
and served with the peanut butter
sauce...and yes, it was delicious!)
“Chef Fuschino, together with our
Boss Hawg organization, will be a
welcome addition for our patrons. We
know they will enjoy the exciting new
recipes, dishes and offerings that will
be coming their way. We invite everyone to come in today and see what
Chef Fuschino has on the menu.”
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Chef William Fuschino has recently joined the Boss Hawg’s organization at 29th and Oakley, in the
Brookwood Shopping Center. Chef
Fuschino has spent 15 years delighting Topekans with his culinary creativity at such locales as Top of the
Tower and the Topeka Country Club.
“Chef Fuschino is a well-known
culinarian who has served as Chef de
Saucier, Sous Chef, Kitchen
Manager and Chef during his career
in Topeka,” shares Elizabeth
Lumpkin, Boss Hawg’s owner. “His
most recent appointment as Chef of
the well-regarded Brick Oven was
highlighted by his creative monthly
‘Wine Dinners’ where newly offered
creations not available on the menu
were paired with excellent wines for
evenings of rare pleasure for the epicurious of Topeka.
“We are delighted to be teaming
with Chef Fuschino. I’ve had a great
many recipes percolating in my
home kitchen for the last 15 years
that I’m counting on Chef Fuschino
to bring to fruition for our guests. It’s
one thing to make a great dish at
home, but it’s a much higher
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TOPEKA TODAY!
June/July 2008
Shop Wheatland Antique Mall For
Gifts And More
Sue and Tom Ortiz, owners of
the Wheatland Antique Mall,
relocated to Brookwood Shopping Center just about one year
ago. “We were at our previous
location (at 37th and Burlingame)
for 23 years,” says Sue.
“We love it here, in the middle
of Brookwood Center—our business has greatly improved, and
everyone in this Center is very
Wheatland Antique Mall has furniture
positive and involved. See our
pottery, too, and we have lots to
new website: shopbrookwood.com!
choose from, including a large selec“Taking advantage of an open
tion of vintage beer steins. Our store
space beside our store, our vendors
has a huge variety of items, covering
have filled 5,000 square feet with
eras from early antiques through the
spectacular furniture from all over.
50’s and current. We accommodate
We have everything from Victorian
modest incomes, yet we also have
pieces to retro and vintage. The
upper-priced items like Roseville,
selection includes some great tables
Flow
Blue and Heisey art glass.
and chairs, chests, hutches, desks,
“We’ll
be celebrating our 24th
dressers, beds, plant stands, trunks
anniversary
with an Open House on
and other ‘unique stuff’! Of course,
August
2nd
and
3rd. (Mark your calthis is in addition to our regular
endars
now!)
There
will be refresh4,000 square foot store, which is
ments,
drawings,
special
sales...a
just brimming with wonderful colwonderful
weekend
celebration!”
lectibles, glass and vintage jewelry.
Wheatland Antique Mall in
“If anyone wonders what to give
Brookwood is open daily—from 10
Dad for Father’s Day, they should
to 6 weekdays & 10 to 5 on Sat. and
come see us. One vendor’s booth is
Sun. They offer ebay services, do
full of Civil War memorabilia, plus
consignment, conduct estate or tag
we have dealers of collectible coins,
sales and buy collections or estates.
knives and vintage and antique toys.
Call them at 785-272-4222.
Many men like to collect glass and
Let Burklyn Designs “Set Your
Home Apart”
Crista Burk, of Burklyn
Designs, has ten years of
experience in the design
industry and enjoys working
on whole-home designs as
well as remodels.
“Now is a great time to
invest in your biggest asset—
your home!” says Crista. “Do
something as large or as
small as you want...from
building a complete new
home, to investing in something as simple as new window treatments.
“I’m here to make the project as easy as possible (whatever it is)...from arranging the new
living room to making sure all
selections are made in time for the
new construction. I form a good
working relationship with all of my
clients, help them lay out a game
plan, and keep them up-to-date and
reminded of ‘what’s next,’ in the
design and building process.
“I offer a wide selection of floorcovering, window treatments and
fabrics in all price ranges, and can
arrage for custom cabinetry and
upholstered furniture.
“My specialty is in finding items
that are different and unique...I like
to use materials that will set my
Crista Burk of Burklyn Designs
clients’ homes apart from others—
like exotic woods, beautiful onyx
and granite, and the finest fabrics.
My goal is to make sure every
client gets the exact ‘look’ they
want. And—not to worry—I
employ quality installers for every
product I sell.”
Call Burklyn Designs at 785233-7353 for more information or
to set an appointment. Crista is in
her studio—at 3124 SW 29th, Suite
8, (29th & Oakley) by appointment
only. You may also email Crista at:
cristaburk02@yahoo.com.
References from satisfied clients
are available.
Now You Can Have Reduced Pain And Enjoy More Freedom Of Movement
Here’s good news for people who
are suffering from muscle and joint
pain—there is no need to suffer any
longer! The Center For Manual
Medicine, at 21st and Fairlawn,
combines the services of Dr. Mark
Penn, a chiropractor, and Dr. Doug
Frye, a medical physician, to create a
one-of-a-kind treatment center.
“The Center For Manual Medicine
is a unique facility dedicated to the
non-surgical treatment of musculoskeletal problems,” says Dr. Penn.
“Dr Frye and I have worked together
for over 8 years. We have combined
the philosophies and methods of traditional medical and chiropractic care
to help our patients experience pain
free movement of muscles and joints.
“Repeated poor habits of posture in
the way we sit or stand, along with
repetitive actions at work or play can
lead to pain or injury. This pain may
be gradual or it may explode into
severe pain. When it occurs, improving the movements can relieve the
strain and pain. But this is only half of
the problem. If the habits that caused
the initial problem continue, it’s only a
matter of time before the pain returns.
“Both Dr Frye and I use hands on
or ‘manual’ methods to improve
movement. Techniques may focus on
the joints or the surrounding soft tissue including ligaments, muscles
(L-R) Dr’s Doug Frye & Mark Penn
and tendons. Medications and local
injections are added when needed.”
“The final and perhaps most important form of treatment involves helping our patients create new ways to
live their lives,” says Dr Frye. “We
have three full time exercise and rehabilitation experts: Seth Harrison
CSCS, Vincent DiGiovanni MS and
Ragan Willmann BA, who work with
our patients one-on-one. Their job is to
make patients aware of their faulty
movements and positions and help
them create new, healthy habits. Our
motto is: ‘We help you help yourself.’
We work as a team to reach the goal of
pain relief, improved function and preventive care with every individual.
“Vincent holds a Masters degree in
human nutrition and has a specialized program focusing on helping
patients with diabetes, high
cholesterol, high blood pressure and
weight loss. The program is based
on sound nutritional advice and
exercise with in-depth testing to
determine the best methods for each
individual.
“We specialize in back and neck
pain, pre and post-surgical rehabilitation, hip, leg, shoulder and arm
pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis/bursitis, chronic pain and
fybromyalgia just to name a few.”
Patient testimonies:
“For several years I had increasing pain in my lower back near the
hip. My GP said my hip was fine. I
had quit exercising, and even walking was quite painful. I went to Dr.
Penn and found it was my SI joint.
With physical therapy and education, I am virtually pain free and
back to working-out. As a bonus, the
metabolic program they offer has
helped me lose 25 pounds and I am
off one of my diabetic medications. I
feel better than I have felt in years.”
Iris Gomez - Topeka
“I just wanted to say ‘Gracias.’ I
had been dealing with back pain for
several years and visited many doctors. Your professional and educational approach to treating patients
was one I hadn’t encountered. I now
clearly understand the need to keep
up with the certain exercises and
life changes in order to stay on a
strong road to continued healing.”
Tina DeLaRosa - Topeka
Exercise/Therapy Room
If you would like to find relief
from your muscle and joint pain,
make the call today. Call The
Center For Manual Medicine at
5000 SW 21st Street - 785-2718100. You may also visit their website for more information.
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TOPEKA TODAY!
June/July 2008
Great Father’s Day Gifts At The
Wild Bird House!
Sometimes it’s really hard to find
the perfect gift for good ol’ Dad...so,
head for the Wild Bird House in
Brookwood Center for some great
ideas!
“We have a new selection of merchandise, with gifts that any Dad is
sure to enjoy!” states owner, Melody
Weller, along with husband, Todd.
“Our new Sun Day Afternoons sun/
sports hats are really popular. They’re
lightweight, cool and dermatologistapproved...only 1/50th of the sun’s
UV rays can penetrate the fabric!
(Perfect for birding, gardening, mowing, dog walking, golfing, etc.)
“Anyone who enjoys the outdoors
needs to have our new Naked Bee
30 SPF Sunscreen—also available
in stick-form. And, we have Liquid
Net® all natural, Deet-free ‘Ultimate
Insect Repellent.’
“If Dad and the family enjoy
evenings on the back deck or patio,
a warm, welcoming atmosphere can
be had with our attractive new ‘Fire
Burners’ with canned alcohol-based
gel fuel. Other gift ideas include
Corinthian Bells Wind Chimes; a
great Audubon line of binoculars
and spotting scopes; Natural Gourd
Birdhouses in five beautiful new
colors; Droll Yankees ‘American
Bird’ feeders...a 15" tube feeder in
red, white & blue...and a new line of
fun summer T-shirts with lots of
styles to choose from.
“Another item the whole family
will love is our Droll Yankees squirrel-proof feeder, the ‘Yankee
Flipper.’ It’s such fun to watch the
squirrels ‘go for a spin’ (unharmed).
“We also have a full line of bird
baths, attractive glazed pottery,
wonderful solar fountain baths...
and shipments are arriving weekly
of new lines of home decor and outdoor living accessories.”
The Wild Bird House, at 29th
and Oakley in Brookwood Center,
also carries the highest quality seed
(not laced with cheap filler seeds)
at competitive prices...and they’ll
custom blend seed for customers.
Call them at 785-273-5500.
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Designer Fashions Cost A Fraction
Of Retail At Prairie Trading Company
“Our quality, pre-owned women’s
fashions come from consignors all
over the U.S.,” says Stephanie
Stromgren, owner of Prairie Trading Company in Brookwood Center. “Some of our ‘like new’ clothing
is from places like Ft. Lauderdale, so
we have great vacation-style clothes
and many brands not available anywhere else in Topeka—at about 1/3
of the original cost.
“Our sizes range from 00 through
‘plus,’ in brands such as Harold’s, J.
Jill, Ann Taylor Loft, and many others. We have Factory-Direct new
items, too. We’ve just received a
group of Victoria’s Secret Sports
Bras (a discontinued line) that normally retail for $40-to-$45. Our
price is just $12.95!
“Right now, we also have some
great Coach purses, including large
white leather designer purses from a
consignor in Denver.
“We’re known, too, for our jewelry. We’ve just received a new shipment of the popular beaded ‘about
color’ line. The beaded cuff
bracelets are gorgeous, and we have
some beautiful three-strand shell
necklaces. Other jewelry comes to
us from artists in Topeka, K.C. and
Chicago—in gorgeous glass, natural
stone and sterling designs.
“In our Men’s Department, we
have a great selection of golf shirts
in brands such as Tahama, Ashworth and Polo...shirts that are regularly priced from $70 to $90—for
just $12.95 to $15.95!
“In our ‘back room,’ we offer
unique furniture and home accessories from estate sales across the
country. Right now we have a modern ‘convertible’ Lazyboy—Todd
Oldham sofa. It can be a regular
sofa, a chaise, or a backless sofa.
We also have two nice ‘Mission’
style Tiffany lamps. (These items
move fast...so don’t miss out!)”
Shop Prairie Trading Company
at 2900 SW Oakley in Brookwood
Center. Call 785-228-9188.
Bob’s Janitorial Can Save You Money On Energy And Carpet Replacement
“With everything increasing in
price, we’re all looking for ways to
save money,” says Dale Basel,
President of Bob’s Janitorial. “We
can help people save on energy costs
with our air duct cleaning service and
we can make carpets last longer and
save the expense of replacing them.
“Air duct cleaning will lower utility bills because the A/C and furnace
will cool and heat more efficiently. In
addition, we can help cure what we
call ‘Houseitosis’...that stale indoor
air that keeps recirculating pollutants.
“Home and office air ducts may
contain dust, dust mites, fungi, bacteria, pollen, smoke
residue and pet
hair...all of which
are
dangerous
contaminates for
asthma and allergy sufferers. We
can’t solve outdoor air problems
but when it comes
to indoor air, we
can
certainly
make a difference.
AIR DUCT CLEANING—WHOLE HOUSE
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aren’t removed by regular
vacuuming. This ground-in
grime can reduce the life of a
carpet. Sharp pieces of gravel
can actually cut the carpet
fibers, making them fray. We
also do carpet repair, which
saves customers money by
making their carpets last
longer.
“In addition, Bob’s can professionally clean the tile in
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June/July 2008
TOPEKA TODAY!
Major Remodel Underway For
i.h.s. salon (Indian Hills Styling Salon)
“We are very excited about our
Her July ‘Specials’ are:
• Hi or Lo Lights (reg $70)
salon’s major remodeling project,”
NOW $55 & up
says Jody Roberts, owner of the
• Spa Pedicure & Manicure Combo
i.h.s. salon (Indian Hills Styling
(reg $53) NOW $45.
Salon). “When completed, everything will be new—color
scheme, chairs, floorcovering,
lighting—a totally new, updated
look for our 30-year-old salon!
Watch for our Open House, with
drawings for personal makeovers—cuts, styles, manicures
and pedicures—to celebrate our
salon’s new makeover!
“We’ve recently welcomed
Ashley Tedesco as a new member of our team. She specializes
in high and low-lighting, hair cuti.h.s. salon stylists: (Back L-R) Pam
ting, color correction and Metzger, Debbie Brady, Ashley Tedesco,
perming. Ashley also offers spa Kathi Heiniger (Front L-R) Rita Chapman,
pedicures, spa manicures, acrylic
Jody Roberts and Pat Lightle
nails and facial waxing. She was
“The ‘Boutique’ area of our salon
previously employed at J.C. Penney
continues to be a very popular attracSalon and Day Spa, in Denver,
tion for everyone. I’m just back from
where she was a stylist, esthetician
market with many exciting new
and nail technician. Ashley welitems—unique jewelry accessories,
comes men, women and children of
including big chunky necklaces and
all ages—Tuesday through Saturday.
earring sets, really fun watches in
Her June ‘Specials’ are:
bright colors for summer and some
• Trendy Summer Cuts (reg $19)
very nice designer-inspired handNOW just $15.
bags. Come in and see!”
• Texture Waves & Perms (reg. $67)
Visit i.h.s. salon at 5123 SW 29th.
NOW $55 & up.
Call them at: 785-273-1999.
Jade Garden Has New Sushi Bar!
Jade Garden has just undergone
an impressive remodel, with new
floor, ceiling, walls—and a sleek
new Sushi Bar!
“We listened to our customers and
added Sushi to our menu to honor
their requests,” states Maggie
Tang, restaurant manager of Jade
Garden Chinese Restaurant at
21st and Gage. “Our excellent
Sushi Chef, Howie, comes to us
from Seattle, Washington. He’s
helped us put together an extensive Sushi menu, and he offers
‘Daily Chef Specials,’ as well.
“We have a new, huge flat-screen
TV behind the Sushi Bar, and we’ve
imported new, very attractive Sushi
serving dishes, which add to the
atmosphere. Our Sushi menu includes Salads, Appetizers, Maki,
Nigiri, and many Sushi Entrées and
Chef Specials. Each menu item lists
the food it contains and is clearly
marked to indicate if it is spicy, and
if it is raw or cooked. We invite
everyone to come in and see our
newly remodeled restaurant and
enjoy our new Sushi Bar!
“We also still have our handy
‘Lunch Punch Card,’ which lets diners earn credits toward a FREE
lunch. Our Monday through Saturday lunch specials, served from
11AM to 3PM, are the best value
Jade Garden’s new Sushi Bar
in town. Lunch combos, priced from
only $5.25 to $5.75, include a luncheon entrée, fried or steamed rice,
choice of egg drop or hot & sour
soup and choice of egg roll or crab
rangoon! Our full menu includes
appetizers, soups, traditional Chicken, Pork, Beef and Seafood Chinese
dishes, Moo Shu, Lo Mein, Chow
Mein, Chop Suey and much more.
“We also cater. Our Party Tray
Menu (for a minimum of eight)
includes 2-to-3 appetizers plus 3-to5 entrées per person, depending on
which price range is selected.”
Jade Garden Chinese Restaurant is open seven days a week
and offers delivery service with a
$15 minimum order. Or, call 2712038 and pick up your order at their
drive-thru window. Their website is:
www.jadegarden1.com.
Vanguard Offers GPS Offender Management, Tracking & Monitoring
“We provide nation wide turn-key
offender case management programs
for parole, probation, bail bonds and
court services, along with other
products and services,” says Tommy
Hendrickson, owner of Vanguard
Offender Management, Inc. “We
utilize the latest advances in technology to monitor defendants charged
with a crime, providing security to
victims and ensuring court appearances. All of this is provided at no
cost to the taxpayer. Everything is
paid for by the defendant. Lower risk
offenders would rather pay for our
services than spend time in jail.
“Vanguard utilizes several unique
products and services. The
TrackerPal is an innovative public
safety solution addressing the problem of repeat criminal offenders. The
TrackerPal fits on the offender’s leg
and is monitored 24/7. This is unlike
any other system available today...
far above any other GPS tracking
program. It is a crime fighting tool
that can be easily adapted to active
investigations.
“Our service is valuable to the
community because it is cheaper
than incarceration and allows the
offender to work while being monitored in real time. It creates the highest level of ‘real time’ offender
accountability that technology can
trigger’s a tamper signal that will be
processed immediately by our monitoring center.
TrackerPal System
provide—deploying a technology
that makes all other electronic monitoring programs obsolete.
“Another service utilizes our Dual
Trak RF monitoring system. This
system is comprised of an ankleworn transmitter and a home monitoring unit. The ankle transmits all
activity to our monitoring center. All
signal activity that is received at the
monitoring center is processed
according to determined procedures.
In addition to alarm notification to
Vanguard personnel, all alarm information is also provided via reports
that are faxed or e-mailed to agency
personnel as needed.
“Our transmitter does not require
any tools for its actual installation on
the participant. Our strap-on design
allows the transmitter to easily ‘snap’
into place. Any attempts by the
offender to remove the transmitter
Dual Trak RF System
“Our Ignition Interlok system,
Intoxalock, tests for alcohol on a
drivers breath. This devise requires
a vehicle operator to blow into a
small hand-held alcohol sensor unit
that is attached to a vehicle’s dashboard. The car cannot be started if
the alcohol level is above the legal
level. The Interlock not only
requires a test to start the engine, but
also requires a test every few minutes while driving. Called the
‘rolling or running retest,’ it prevents a friend from starting the car
and then allowing the impaired driver from taking over the wheel.
With modern safeguards, the alcohol safety interlock is extremely difficult to circumvent when properly
installed and monitored. It provides
a DUI offender with an alternative
to full license suspension.
Ignition Interlock - Intoxalock
“Our In-Residence remote alcohol
monitoring device (MEMS 3000)
measures the tested individual’s
breath alcohol level—similar to the
portable systems used by patrol
officers. Results are transferred to
the monitoring center where officers confirm individuals’ compliance with their program.”
Vanguard was established in
2006, and has successfully monitored hundreds of individuals for
various agencies throughout
northeast Kansas. They currently
work with 12 different counties in
northeast Kansas, and have the
abilities to use their services in the
entire state of Kansas and Missouri. If you find yourself in need
of monitoring services, call Vanguard Offender Management,
Inc. at 785-783-3377, or see their
website for more information:
www.vanguardoffender.com.
TOPEKA TODAY!
June/July 2008
Tax Refund? Save Wisely, Spend Wisely
Rick Crawford
“Many Americans no longer save...
they spend,” says Rick Crawford,
an advisor with Waddell & Reed,
with offices in the Bank of America
Tower. “Millions of people nationwide have received or will receive
tax refunds and tax stimulus checks.
In good economic times, refunds are
spent on splurges. This year, however, consumers are not throwing caution to the wind and, hopefully, are
more inclined to save and spend
wisely.
“In October, the Capital-Journal
asked me how I would suggest that
people use their stimulus checks. I
responded, ‘Most people don’t have
money in emergency funds to pay
for something unforeseen, such as
car repair. I recommend: be part of
the smart ones and save it. Individuals need to be financially sound. Put
some, or all, of the money in savings. (It’s not unpatriotic to save it.)
There will be enough people who
will spend it...and that will stimulate the economy. The economy will
also become stronger if individuals
are stronger economically. The people of the Greatest Generation knew
the value of saving, but somehow
we’ve lost sight of that as a country.’
“I would suggest using part of the
stimulus money to pay down any
high interest debt. Place the rest in
savings or, if you already have
enough savings for emergencies, a
retirement savings account like a
Roth IRA.
“Parents or grandparents may
want to place money in a 529 college saving program. Whatever the
need—‘saving’ is a financial habit
that everyone needs to cultivate.”
It is never too early or too late to
gain control of your financial
future. Your tax stimulus check may
be the place to start. Call Rick
Crawford at 785-233-6400 and
set an appointment for a free no
obligation financial consultation.
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Kevin Lemasters Named Topeka
District Manager For Schendel
significant role in childhood asthma. And termites? Termites are
responsible for causing $5 billion in
property damage every year.
“With so much at stake, Schendel
Pest Services believes experience
matters. Schendel employs an onstaff PhD Entomologist to support
our company’s 60-plus years of
experience protecting health and
property from threats presented by
common household pests.
“Schendel also understands it’s the
little things that matter. Things like
L-R: Kevin Lemasters & Brent Boles making sure our professional pest
control technicians wear clean uni“I’m happy to announce that
forms, carry photo IDs, and even put
Kevin Lemasters has been named
on booties before they enter a home
Topeka District Manager for
or business to perform our services.
Schendel Pest Services,” says
“Best of all, we guarantee our serBrent Boles, President of the comvice. With Schendel’s exclusive
pany. “Kevin started in the pest conPestZero guarantee—if pests return,
trol industry in 1993 and joined
we return for free. And our termite
Schendel Pest Services in 1997. He
elimination and protection program
has served as Service Team Leader,
treats any problem that exists today
District Manager and Director of
and gives a protection with a damCompany Operations. Kevin is an
age warranty for the future.”
Associate Certified Entomologist
If your home or business is both(ACE) through the Entomology
ered by termites or other pests - call
Society of America.”
Schendel Pest Services today. To
“Did you know that West Nile
schedule a free home inspection,
Virus,
Lyme
disease,
and
call 785-232-9344 or 800-247Encephalitis are all transmitted by
7641. Or, check their website:
common household pests?” asks
www.schendelpest.com.
Kevin. “Also, cockroaches play a
Center For Nutrition Patient Makes “Impossible” Goal A Reality Within Six Months
The Center for Nutrition (CFN)
was founded by Dr. Rick Tague in
1996 to provide proven, medically
based nutritional treatments for those
with overweight conditions. Dr.
Tague is one of a very few physicians in Kansas with the extensive
training and experience required to
be board certified in bariatric medicine—the medical management of
overweight conditions.
“As a board certified bariatric
physician with medical nutrition
clinics in Leawood and Topeka, I
have personally supervised the
weight loss of over 4,000 patients
who have lost over 100,000 pounds,”
says Dr. Tague. “We use modern
treatment methods based on the latest research findings of bariatric
medicine. Our nutritional treatments
are designed to maximize weight control and provide the individual support each patient needs to achieve
success. The benefits our patients
have received from this approach
have been life changing.”
Nancy Holmes (pictured here) is a
self-employed business owner and
grandmother of four. She writes:
“I laughed out loud when they told
me that my goal weight was 143
pounds. I didn’t believe I’d ever see
the 140’s again. At that time I
weighed 180 pounds and had been
drinking ‘ephedra tea’ for over five
years. Within six months I had met my
goal—and it was a dream come true.
“Now, almost five years later, the
weight is still off. The techniques of
the Center For Nutrition have become
than just a ‘cosmetic’ issue. Being
overweight increases the risk of heart
disease, stroke, diabetes, hypertension, cancer (breast, cervix, ovary,
colon, prostate), arthritis, depression
and many other diseases. However,
Before
a way of life for me. I found I still
needed the support and the accountability of staying with the program.
“I have appreciated the flexibility of
the program and the education it has
given me for good health.”
“Two out of three American adults
are overweight,” states Dr. Tague.
“This, unfortunately, is much more
After
through management, overweight
conditions can be controlled before
resulting in serious medical problems. With our medically supervised
weight loss programs many have
seen improvements in blood pressure,
cholesterol levels, blood sugars and
joint pain, as well as having more
energy and a slimmer body.
“It surprises most people to learn
that even a weight reduction of 10%
can significantly improve their
health.
“Over the last 12 years I have
developed a wellness system I call
my ‘Optimum Weight Loss Program,’ which is now available at the
Center For Nutrition. It is designed to
provide the fastest fat reduction possible and enhance the metabolism—
without surgery and without hunger!
It has had impressive results. In a
2007 study with obese patients,
women lost up to 53.5 pounds and
men lost up to 77.3 pounds in just 12
weeks. The average 12 week loss
was an amazing 43 pounds!”
Imagine boosting your self
esteem...having fun shopping for
clothes again, and finding increased
energy and stamina! Visit the Center
For Nutrition and mention reading
this article to receive a free 40minute consultation and computerized body composition analysis,
along with further educational materials written by Dr. Tague.
Call the Center for Nutrition &
Preventive Medicine, P.A., at 2840
SW Urish Rd—785-273-4443. In
the Kansas City area call the
Leawood office at 913-814-8222.
See more information on Dr. Tague’s
website: www.DrTague.com.
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June/July 2008
Tobys Offers Unique Products For
Tailgate Parties & Outdoor Cooking
“Eating good food is always a
big part of great, outdoor family get-togethers,” says John R.
Crites, President of Tobys
Tailgating Outdoor Backyard
Supply at 2013 SW Gage Blvd.
(next to Schlotskys). “There are
a lot of people out there who are
serious campers and tailgaters—and they’ll be excited to
learn about the many cool, convenient products we carry (that
no one else in Topeka has) for
tailgating parties, camping and outdoor cooking!”
Whether you’ll be cooking for
family, friends or the masses...
Tobys carries outdoor cooking products that will make “roughing it” a
whole lot easier and a lot more fun.
You’ll find:
• DC to AC Inverters
• Several models of AC/DC refrigerators and freezers...all tested in
the Australian outback and the
African dessert.
• Portable Propane-powered slow
cookers, ovens, skillets and deep
fryers.
• Coleman Road Trip Grills, catalytic heaters and several top-of-theline coolers...some in stainless steel.
• Portable ‘hot water on demand’
heaters.
• Gas and battery-powered blenders.
• Many styles and sizes of outdoor
cook stoves and smokers.
• Sports branding irons to put your
favorite sports logo on steaks and
chicken.
•Lodge cast iron cookwear.
• Campfire rings and boxes for safe
camp fires—and Chimineas.
• EZ up canopies...10x10, or 12x
12...and tailgating tables.
See these and many other outdoor
cooking supplies and accessories at
Tobys Tailgating Outdoor Backyard Supply at 2013 Gage Blvd., in
Seabrook Shopping Center. They’re
open 10AM to 6PM Monday through
Saturday. Call 785-364-6668, or
go to their website at:
www.tobysinc.com and select the
items you want.
Bennett’s Opens New Location
“Our new store in Lawrence,
Kansas, in the ‘Malls’ at 23rd
and Louisiana, is now open!”
says Don Bennett, owner of
Bennett’s Sewing Center.
“We’re now the only Janome and
Husqvarna Viking sewing
machine dealer in Lawrence.
We’ve also extended our dealership to Chris’ Corner (owned by
Chris Campbell) in Ottawa,
Kansas. Chris and I will be
attending a June conference in San
Antonio, where the Husqvarna company will be revealing their new topof-the-line sewing machine, which
will feature a larger sewing area and
larger touch-screen viewing. They’re
also introducing a computer program
and stitch regulator for their Viking
Mega Quilter. The quilter picks the
pattern, and with the touch of the
button the machine automatically
sizes it to the desired quilt area—
then it will automatically quilt it! All
the owner has to do is just stand back
and be awed by it!
“We also offer unlimited free
lessons with every machine sale.
“Our new Lawrence store is larger
than our South Topeka Store, and
well-stocked with a great selection of
sewing machines and cabinets, a
huge selection of quilting and sewing
notions, the Handi Quilter and Grace
quilting machines. And, we offer
repair service, too.
“We are also the only authorized
Janome dealer in Topeka, and we’ve
just won a 6-day vacation in the
Caribbean because of our volume of
sales! Visit any of our three stores for
Ott and Verilux lamps, quilting
frames, the state’s largest selection of
sewing cabinets, and many other
items and sewing accessories.”
Bennett’s is Topeka’s authorized
dealer for Janome, Brother and
Singer sewing machines. All
Bennett’s stores offer repair and service on all brands.
Visit Bennett’s Sewing Center in
Holliday Square at 29th and Topeka
Boulevard—their north store at
2125 N. Kansas Avenue—or their
new Lawrence location at 23rd and
Louisiana (785-842-1060). In
Topeka, call 785-232-9117.
Robucks Attend Many Trade Shows
To Find Jewelry For Their Customers
Charlene and Jim Robuck
“Just a reminder...don’t forget that
Father’s Day is June 15th!” says
Charlene Robuck of Robuck
Jewelers, at 845 N. Kansas Ave.
“One of our many styles of men’s
bracelets, rings, watches and pocket
watches would make a great
Father’s Day gift.
“Jim and I will be very busy
attending trade shows over the next
few months. In June, we will attend
the JCK jewelry show in Las Vegas.
It’s six days of intense shopping,
with miles and miles of vendors
from all over the world.
“With that many vendors to see, it
takes planning on our part to make
the most of the overwhelming choices available! Our search is for beautiful, unique items—jewelry the
average person would have to travel
all over the world to find! This show
exposes us to new designs we think
our customers will love.
“In August, we will travel to the
IJO (Independent Jewelers Org.)
show in Philadelphia, PA. We’ll
bring back from that show some of
the best jewelry designs from the
U.S., which will be exclusive in
Topeka to Robuck Jewelers.
“Then, from 10/11-10/17 we will
return to Antwerp, Belgium, to hand
select diamonds for our customers.
Last year’s trip was very successful.
We always choose diamonds with the
best cut, color and clarity. In truth, we
become our customers’ personal
international diamond buyers. The
selection is outstanding...any size and
cut to match any budget. Because we
eliminate the ‘middleman,’ our customers receive more for their money.
(Customers may place their orders
anytime before we leave.)”
Make Robuck Jewelers, at 845
N. Kansas, your first stop for gifts
for any occasion. Hours are 10 5:30 Mon.-Fri. and 10 to 3 the first
Sat. of each month. Call 785-2355616 or email:
crobuck@robuckjewelers.com.
Check their web site at:
www.robuckjewelers.com.
CNB Celebrates 13 Years In Topeka
“Time really flies when you enjoy
what you’re doing,” shares Carl
Koupal, President and CEO of
Community National Bank. “This
May marks our 13th anniversary...13 years of service to the
Topeka area. We opened our doors
in May, 1995, with one location and
a few loyal customers. Today, we
have three locations, over 30 ATM
locations and many loyal customers
who have made it possible for us to
experience fantastic growth.
“One of our advantages in the
community is that we have the look,
feel and friendliness of a small
home town bank. Yet, we are able to
provide all the services of a large
metropolitan bank.
“Many area businesses are finding
it easy to work with our experienced
bankers. Our lenders average more
than twenty-two years of financial
experience, so they know how to
listen to our customer’s needs and
identify the right services to help
them achieve their goals. Whether
starting or expanding a business,
CNB offers a variety of loan programs. And, local decisions translate to quick response—our decisions are made right here, without
calling an 800 number.
“One of our popular customer services is our Internet banking site—
available 24 hours a day. Customers
can view their account history
online or pay their employees with
payroll direct deposit. They’re also
able to save valuable time and gas
using our desktop deposit service.
They can make deposits 24 hours a
day right from their desk by simply
using a convenient scanner to
deposit checks directly into their
account. Of course we offer many
security features with this service,
including assigning authorized
users and approvers.”
Visit Community National Bank
at one of their three locations - the
main facility at 5431 SW 29th - 801
NW 25th or 2909 SW Topeka Blvd.
Call 785-440-4400 or email CNB at
cnbtopeka@cnbtopeka.com. CNB
is a member of the FDIC and an
Equal Housing lender. Check their
website: www.cnbtopeka.com.
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June/July 2008
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“Our Qualified, Experienced
People Make The Difference”
A personal message from the Topeka Health Food Mart team
at 1507 SW 21st Street:
Dear Friends,
THANK YOU for your business! We count ourselves fortunate
to have many loyal customers. Without your trust in our products,
our experience and our knowledge, we wouldn’t be here. We occasionally have customers thank us for our quality products and our
dedication to excellent service, and we sincerely appreciate that—
it tells us we’re doing our job right.
We pledge to continue to carry only the finest quality health
food produce and products, including our Health Food Mart
brand. We are always open to answering your questions and seeing to it that you get the health food products you need. We look
forward to seeing you soon!
Teresa, Leonard, Dave, Bob, Steve, Ralph and Bobbie
Buying A New Computer With Your
count on us as someone they
Stimulus Check? they
can trust. In the new computer
“Since 2003, The Computer Store
has been providing fast, reliable computer repair service to Topeka,” says
Jim Driggers, President. “Beyond
repairs, The Computer Store
is also a full line computer builder, designing
everything from basic
internet computers to
complex servers. Almost
two years ago, we moved into
our new 3,000 square foot retail store
inside the new, innovative ‘Total
Home Concepts’ building just west
of Wanamaker on 12th street.
“We have had great success with
customer retention. ‘Once a customer, always a customer’ seems to
be prevalent. We attribute much of
this to our experienced team of technicians. We’ve been careful to only
hire people with real world experience, certifications, and a strong
desire to satisfy our customers. Our
repair business is extraordinary.”
With so many options, both local
and national, why consider The
Computer Store? For repairs, they
have technicians with years of experience in professional computer
repair. “We consider ourselves to be
‘the grown-ups in computer repair,’ ” says Jim. “When customers
need work on their sensitive data,
arena, The Computer Store stands
apart from other local and ‘big box’
stores by building computers and
servers using only high quality,
well-proven name brand components. Inferior generic
components can lead to
unstable, unreliable systems
that result in more frustration than productivity.
“If you buy from a ‘big box’
store—Do you really know what
quality you have in that new computer? Also, when buying, always
take into consideration ‘the service
after the sale.’ People complain to
us on a daily basis about how
they’ve wound up talking to someone overseas that they couldn’t
understand...or how their computer
was shipped ‘somewhere’ to be
fixed and they haven’t heard a word
on it for six weeks! We provide onsite and in-shop repairs, and our
large staff of technicians assures
our customers of a faster turnaround time. Call us at 785-2673223 to get all the facts before buying your next computer!”
The Computer Store is located
just inside the West entrance of
Total Home Concepts. Their website
is: www.thecomputerstoreks.com.
Lily’s Offers Fun Items For Women
There’s a bright new store in town
called lily’s. It’s located in Gage
Center, and caters to women’s needs
with items that are both nurturing
and beautiful. Lisa Hecht, the store’s
owner, and Carolyn Ward, manager,
developed the store as a tribute to
women...honoring their girlfriends,
and their strength and compassion.
“We really value all the women in
our lives,” says Lisa, “and appreciate the fact that all kinds of challenges unite us as women. Here, at
‘lily’s,’ women can pick up a book Lotions, napkins, note cards & more
for a friend, or a funny card..somesprays...a line of handbags designed
thing kitchy or serious...whatever is
by two sisters from Paris, France,
appropriate for the milestone she is
and another line made from recyexperiencing. Our signature logo is
cled cardboard and paper.
the Fleur de lis, which means flower
“We have a bag or tote for any
of the lily. The three leaves reprewoman from 14 to 104,” says Lisa.
sent our wish to every woman who
“We also have several lines of jewelcomes in...to have health, happiness
ry, including a great selection of
and a purposeful life.”
inspirational pieces. And, we are
You’ll find a great line of clothing
especially excited about our
at lily’s, designed by two sisters in
‘Survival Kits’ for women. We have
California, catering to women size
kits for High School Grads, College
10 and up. They also have unique
Students, Bridesmaids, Working
“Switch Flops,” which are interGirls, Labor and Delivery, and others.
changeable flip-flop straps, to go
They’re filled with fun and practical
with every outfit. More items
items we ‘desperately need’ when
include terrific updated trouserwe’re in a particular situation in life.”
style jeans in three colors...clothes
lily’s, in Gage Center, beside
made from bamboo...Soy Candles
Annie’s Place, is open 10-to-6
that burn longer and cleaner...localTues.,Thurs., Fri.; 10-to-8, Wed. and
ly-made lotions, soaps and linen
10-to-4 on Sat. Call 785-271-7272.
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June/July 2008
Rejuvenate Medical Spa Will Surpass
Your Expectations
Discover the inner beauty of your
skin and enhance your appearance
through the state-of-the-art technology available at Rejuvenate Medical
Spa. The spa provides a relaxing
environment in their beautiful new
facility at 1230 SW Harvey, Suite B.
(Harvey is the first street E. of
Home Depot off Huntoon.)
Margaret (Maggie) Jeude is the
spa’s Director of Clinical Services
and a Licensed Esthetician. She has
Certified training in Intense Pulsed
Light (IPL) treatments, microderm
abrasion, chemical peels and permanent hair reduction. She also has Certification in prescription BelleDerm
Skincare Systems.
“We are Topeka’s first medical spa,
and our goal is to provide clients with
an experience that surpasses their
expectations,” explains Maggie. “We
create personalized non-surgical,
physician monitored treatment plans
for each client, and teach them how
to repair their skin, maintain the
results and prevent future damage.
“All of our procedures are performed or overseen by our Medical
Director and founder, Kipp A. Van
Camp, DO, who has extensive training in the services we provide. Our
treatments include: • Microderm
Abrasion • Micropeels • Chemical
Peels • Photo Rejuvenation • Permanent Hair Reduction • Injectables:
Botox & Fillers • Sclerotherapy and
• Massage Therapy.
“Our summer focus is on treatments to minimize sun damage...we
can significantly improve the appearance of sun-damaged skin and
minimize wrinkles and scars. And, to
emphasize sun protection, through
June and July we’re offering 25% off
our superior (65 SPF) sunblock by
BelleDerm. We also have tinted sunblock and self-tanners.
“This is also a good time to start
treatment on teen acne. Sign up for
our ‘Micropeel Acne Demo’ on June
18th and see for yourself what a dramatic difference it can make!”
Schedule your complimentary
consultation at Rejuvenate Medical
Spa today. Call 785-783-8559.
www.rejuvenatemedicalspa.com.
Failing To Plan Is Planning To Fail
With the 2007 tax season behind
us, it’s time to start preparing for
next year’s challenges. The professionals at Holmes & Associates
Chartered can help you get a head
start on tax planning. Tax issues or
tax concerns need to be considered
throughout the year. Keep in mind
the adage, “Failing to plan is planning to fail.”
“Business owners need to be
aware of big write-offs afforded to
businesses as a result of the Economic Stimulus legislation,” shares
Robert Holmes, CPA, PFS, and
owner of Holmes & Associates
Chartered. “When acquiring certain
business properties, 2008 offers
some interesting opportunities. We
encourage business owners to call
our office if they have any planned
purchases. We can show them how
to get the most tax benefits out of
their purchases.
“Another hot topic is the stimulus
rebate checks that are being sent out.
These rebates are actually advance
payments for a new refundable tax
credit that the government wants to
get into people’s hands right away.
Call our office for an appointment if
you qualify for a rebate and have not
yet filed your return.
“Last, but not least, with consideration of the troubled real estate
market, our office can assist anyone
in exploring the tax ramifications of
selling a home or rental property at
a loss. There are tax strategies that
can be implemented to lessen the
blow, and we can help people determine the best course of action for
their particular situation.
“Holmes and Associates
Chartered would like to help people
continue to take full advantage of
the new laws that were passed late
last year. Our goal is to help individuals maximize their tax savings.”
Let Holmes & Associates
Chartered
(Certified
Public
Accountants - Business Expansion
Specialists and Wealth Planning
Advisors) help you with your tax
needs in the coming months.
Contact them at 785-273-9450.
Their web site is: www.h-a-c.com.
Release The Possibilities At R & D Ranch LLC With Cindy Branham
“I will again be participating in
There’s always a lot going on at
at ‘Equifest of Kansas’ and the
this year’s ‘Extreme Mustang
Topeka’s R & D Ranch LLC, at SE
‘Iowa Horse Fair,’ to being feaMake-over,’ and will pick up my
41st and California...yet, when
tured on the ‘Wide World of
wild mustang June 4th. I’ll have 100
you’re there, the beautiful pastoral
Horses—Extreme
Mustang
days to tame and train the horse.
surroundings make you feel settled
Makeover 2007’ on RFDTV and
The purpose is to promote the trainand peaceful. The ranch, owned by
the Rick Lamb Show on
ability and beauty of American
Bill and Sharon Reed, has been in
RFDTV.
“It is a real privilege to be workmustangs and present them as a
operation since 1986. It’s a profesing at the R & D Ranch. I’ve visbreed that’s more adoptable. Two
sional, well-kept boarding and trainited many boarding facilities, but
hundred (trained) horses will then
ing facility for horses of all breeds.
I’ve never been in a barn where
be available for adoption September
“We can board up to 40 horses,”
I’ve seen such care being given to
21st, in Fort Worth, Texas.
shares Sharon. “Our amenities
the horses. This year my husband
“My apprentice, JoAnne
include indoor stalls, a very clean
Ryan, and I, with our children, are
Charbonneau, and my husband,
and attractive indoor arena, and a
moving here to live on the Ranch.
Ryan, have been selected to train a
location close to Shawnee Lake and
“In my ‘Release the
Cindy Branham with her mustang, Joshua,
yearling in this year’s Mustang
Landon Trails—providing a lot of
Makeover.”
riding opportunities. Our horses are at the R & D Ranch annual spring Open House Possibilities Training Program,’ I
offer private training and clinic
For more information on horse
turned out 8 to 10 hours daily, so
assisted therapy program’ at R & D
options. At home, or on the road, my
boarding and training at the R & D
they get plenty of fresh air and exerRanch for children ages 2 and 3 who
goal is to teach people how to better
Ranch LLC, at SE 41st and
cise. We give people the option of
are currently receiving early intervenunderstand and communicate with
California, call 785-224-9802.
saving money on boarding fees by
tion services. It’s truly exciting to see
their horses to build trusting
helping care for their horse. Or, we
the connection that forms between a
relationships that grow for a
can provide complete care.
child and a horse, and the strength,
lifetime.
“Ours is a multi-discipline facility
self-esteem and self-confidence that
“We have to expect the horse
for all ages. Cindy Branham, who is a
relationship builds in the child.”
do what is natural, and educate
top-of-the-class graduate of the John
“At the early age of four, God startthe horse to do what is unnatural.
and Josh Lyons Certification Proed me on a journey to discover how
A horse’s natural instinct is to
gram, is our Resident Trainer. Cindy
He could illustrate His love toward
buck, bite, kick, run and eat. It is
specializes in teaching people how to
us through the horse,” says Resident
unnatural to a horse to have a bit
build better partnerships with their
Trainer, Cindy Branham. “After my
in his mouth, a saddle on his
horses. Kylie Fowler offers lessons in
graduation from the Lyons Certiback, or a rider making him go
jumping, and Kira Stickles specialfication Program, in 2003, I was
places he may not want to go.
izes in saddle-seat and driving.
chosen to be in the ‘Select Certified
Again...we have to educate the
“Rhonda Flanagan, of TARC ChildProgram.’ Since then my business
horse to do what is unnatural.
ren’s Services, has initiated a ‘horse
An Open House demonstration for guests
has expanded from being a Clinician
TOPEKA TODAY!
June/July 2008
Nearly Me® Products Help Women Look
And Feel Beautiful
After Breast Surgery
“We carry Nearly Me® Mastectomy Products, and the Glamorise®
Full Figure Fashion bra (shown
here) with Magic Lift® support for
those hard to fit sizes,” says Marilyn
Rowland, owner of Hair Secrets in
Fairlawn Plaza. “The Glamorise
bra, from Nearly Me Technologies,
Inc., offers wonderful support for
larger busted women, and also
works extremely well for mastectomees. The full coverage cup
design allows a breast prosthesis to
completely fill the cup and remain
snug and secure against the chest
wall. Comfortable, extra wide cushioned straps help reduce pressure on
sensitive shoulder areas. We have
many sizes in stock, and can special
order. Sizes include B, C-D, DD, FG, H and I. The bras come in Beige,
Black, White, Azure and Blue Mist.
“Our three professional, certified
bra and prosthesis fitters provide
compassionate, helpful service to
every individual. We understand
what a woman goes through, following breast surgery.
“Nearly Me® breast forms are made
of 100% soft lifelike silicone. They’re
manufactured in the U.S., and come
in several shapes, weights and
softnesses...over 20 different designs
to meet the needs of any woman.
“No appointment is necessary for
a fitting, and our salon is wheelchair
accessible.”
Hair Secrets also has swimsuits,
soft camisoles for right after
surgery, “equalizers” for lumpectomies, a huge selection of wigs and
much more. Marilyn also reminds
cancer survivors that Medicare pays
for a new prosthesis every two years
and bras every year. BC/BS pays
every year for bras and prostheses.
Hair Secrets is also a full-service
family hair salon—located inside
Fairlawn Plaza Mall—open Mon.Sat. from 10-to-5 and some
evenings. Call 785-272-3600.
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Elegance Jewelry Dazzles The Eye
Elegance Interiors, Collectibles
and Antiques, in Fairlawn Plaza
Mall, offers one of the finest
selections of dazzling
jewelry in Topeka.
“Jewelry—
whether it’s bold,
demure, or simply outrageous—
is especially popular
today as an important
design statement,” says Evie Dean,
owner. “We carry a wide variety of
outstanding
lines,
including
Brighton and many others. “Our
beautiful bracelets by
Chamilia (shown above)
continue to ‘charm’ customers. The bracelets are
fashioned in sterling silver or 14k gold, and the
add-on charms come in
sterling silver, sterling
with Swarovski crystals
or 14k gold, and 14k gold
and Murano glass. It’s so
much fun to design a
unique bracelet with very
special meaning—as a
gift or for yourself!
“Kameleon jewelry is another fantastic line we’re delighted to have.
It’s the world’s first, patent pending,
sterling silver collection that offers
interchangeability across the entire
spectrum of jewelry design...rings,
earrings, pendants, bracelets, necklaces and pins! Each piece is carefully crafted to accept
small interchangeable inserts called
‘JewelPops TM .’
Kameleon is all
about matching
your wardrobe or
mood with your jewelry.
JewelPops are available in almost
100 designs with a rainbow of colors...in crystals, pearls, turquoise and
more. We even have the gorgeous
silver JewelPop Compact, so you can travel
with 14 different designs, to match every
outfit in your suitcase!”
Evie invites you to
visit Elegance and enjoy
a cup of caramel kiss
coffee and a relaxed
shopping experience.
The store always
offers a 12 month layaway, and there are usually great sales going
on, with bargains to be
had on many of their wide variety of
gifts and collectible lines.
Visit Elegance today in Fairlawn
Plaza Mall. Call 785-273-0909 for
further information.
If You’ve Been Suffering With Severe Back Or Neck Pain—Don’t Give Up Hope!
If you suffer from back or
neck pain you’re not alone.
Lower back pain is the most
common cause of disability in
persons under 45 years of
age. That is why the staff at
Topeka Spine & Rehab
Center wishes to share with
you a breakthrough in the
treatment of neck and back
pain.
“Non-surgical Spinal
Decompression Therapy is a
groundbreaking new procedure cleared by the FDA to
treat debilitating back and
neck pain,” shares Casey
Worcester, Clinic Administrator. “Developed by a neurosurgeon
dedicated
to
improving patients’ lives,
Spinal Decompression Therapy has
proven in medical trials to offer
astonishing results, even in extreme
cases. Where all other therapies have
failed...where back surgery has proven
insufficient...Spinal Decompression
Therapy has made the difference in
people’s lives. We have had tremendous results in alleviating pain
caused by:
• Herniated Discs • Ruptured Discs
• Bulging Discs • Degenerative Discs
• Sciatica • Facet Syndrome
• Arm Pain & Numbness
Century and Tricare. For those
who aren’t covered, we strive to
make our treatment as affordable as possible
by offering zero
interest payment
plans and other
arrangements.
“In addition to
Spinal Decompression Therapy,
our on-staff licensed Physical Therapist allows us to
not only heal the
disc with decompression, but also
The Staff of Topeka Spine & Rehab
to help patients in
strengthening the surrounding struc“Spinal Decompression Therapy
tures for longer lasting results.
widens or decompresses the space
“For six years, we have specialbetween the spinal bones where the
ized exclusively in utilizing Spinal
disc is located, relieving the pressure
Decompression Therapy. The treaton pain-producing nerves and allowment is affordable, safe and comforting the discs to return to their natural
able, and the benefits in most cases
state. Most patients describe the
are very long lasting. A testimony to
treatment as a gentle, painless
the success of our treatment is that
pulling of the back.
some of our patients are doctors them“Most insurance companies pay for
selves, and we frequently receive
the majority of our patients’ treatreferrals from Orthopedic Surgeons,
ments. We accept all forms of insurNeurosurgeons, Internists, Family
ance and are in network providers for
Practitioners and Chiropractors.
Medicare, BC/BS, Premier Blue,
“Here’s what one patient had to
say about his treatments:
‘I suffered for 10 years with major
lower back pain, leg weakness and
lack of sleep due to these symptoms. I
had back surgery, 7 epidural shots,
chiropractic treatments and physical
rehabilitation, but the pain continued
to affect my life. When I first started
treatment at Topeka Spine & Rehab
Center my pain level was 8-10. Now
it’s at 0! My life is easier now, I can
once again enjoy sleep and physical
activity.’ — Dave S.,Topeka
“If severe back and neck pain is
destroying your life—there is hope.
Call Topeka Spine & Rehab
Center and tell us you read this article. We’ll schedule you for a FREE
consultation...answer all your questions about your condition and how
our treatment could help....and
check your insurance coverage for
you. We look forward to demonstrating the benefits of Spinal
Decompression Therapy to you!”
Call Topeka Spine & Rehab
Center at 785-271-PAIN (7246),
or visit them at 3512 SW Fairlawn.
Learn more at:
www.topekaspine.com.
Topeka Spine & Rehab Center does not
discriminate against any person on the basis
of race, color, national origin, disability or
age in admission, treatment, or participation
in its programs, services and activities.
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TOPEKA TODAY!
June/July 2008
Odd-Shaped Windows? Give Budget
Blinds A Call
Do you have any odd-shaped
windows in your home or office,
and don’t know what to do to
cover them? Budget Blinds
offers a wide variety of window
coverings for every window,
regardless of the size or shape.
“There are many choices
available in covering specialty
windows, but shutters have
remained a top choice for homeowners in recent years,” shares
Tina Rosenthal, who owns
Budget Blinds along with Shane
and Lisa McDermott and husband, Dave Rosenthal. “We
believe shutters have become so
popular because of their versatility. They provide excellent
insulation, light control, privacy and
beauty.
“We take our ‘showroom’ directly
to our customers. Our trained style
consultants can help anyone select
the right kind of window covering
to fit their needs in the comfort of
their home or office. We have literally thousands of product samples
and colors, including several exclusive items, to help our customers
choose the perfect window coverings. Plus, Budget Blinds’ expert-fit
measuring and installation takes all
of the guess work out of shopping
for window treatments—whether
it’s for one window or for one hundred. All our customers have to do is
sit back and enjoy the beautiful view
when we’re finished.”
Whether you’re looking for anything from a cost-effective faux
wood blind to a luxurious drapery
treatment, Budget Blinds has a style
for every budget. Call Budget
Blinds of Topeka to experience their
free in-home consultation—785234-2348.
Protect The Environment—Shop
Once More Decor
If you’re concerned about protecting our environment—consider that the foam used in building a
new sofa is a petroleum product.
Then, think about the amount of
gasoline it takes to ship the product across the country.
“It makes sense to recycle furniture and accessories and save the
energy it takes to make new,”
states Catherine (Cat) Gates, owner of the up-scale consignment
shop Once More Decor. “Our
once-loved furniture and accessories range from quality, traditional sofas to fun, one-of-a-kind items
that can’t be found in any other
store in the area.
“Our clean, spacious, brightly-lit
store has stock that changes on a
daily basis, so we encourage shoppers to come in often for first choice
on the best buys! At this writing we
have some great prices on sofas in all
sizes from love-seats to big sectionals. We have a lot of attractive chairs,
too, from upholstered pieces to
wooden rockers, and a couple of neat
vintage wooden swivel desk chairs.
“We have a number of great-looking table and chair sets for breakfast
nooks or dining rooms, including
some with matching hutches. And,
if anyone is looking for home
(L-R) Cat Gates and Amanda
accessories, we have an outstanding
selection of table lamps in all styles,
as well as some unique wall art, decorative mirrors and some special
knick-knacks that can add a touch of
whimsy to any decor.”
Cat says she also conscientiously
uses recycled bags to package small
items.
If you have any good-quality furniture or accessories and you’d like
to recycle some money...Cat is
always looking for new and unusual
items for the store. Do your part to
protect the environment...call and
let her sell your “once loved”
pieces—785-267-6342.
Once More Decor is open
Monday through Saturday at 3009
SW Topeka Boulevard in Holliday
Square Shopping Center.
Enjoy A Summer Of Sewing Fun
If you like to sew or quilt,
there’ll be no excuse for not having a summer of fun! Stitching
Traditions in Holliday Square
has a full calender of summer
events and classes.
“We really have some neat opportunities lined up,” assures Pat
Schremmer, store owner. “On
June 30th, July 14th and 28th and
August 11th—from 6:00 to
8:30PM—We’re hosting ‘Sew
Fun Together’ classes. Adults can
partner up with a child (age 8 and
above) to make a fun quilt together.
In four sessions, students will learn
the basics needed to cut, sew and
quilt the project!
“We’re also hosting a new special
event—the Quilt Shop Fun Run,
July 5-12. Gather your friends and
visit all six participating quilt shops.
At each shop you can draw a card,
and from these cards you’ll create a
winning hand, such as a Royal Flush,
Four-of-a-Kind, etc. You could be
the lucky winner of $50, or $25, or
$10 gift certificates from each shop!”
Other classes include: “Scrap
Quilts,” Jane Buckley’s “Very
Narrow Borders,” “Sewing with
Sergers,” “4-Patch Stacked Posies,”
and many, many others. Pat and the
Stitching Traditions team have even
formed a Husqvarna Viking Club—
join them for exciting projects and
new ideas. If you’ve purchased a
Husqvarna Viking from Stitching
Traditions, the club fee is waived.
Husqvarna Viking is introducing a
new sewing machine in June...stop
in the last week of June to check out
its exciting new features.
Stop by also, to pick up Stitching
Traditions’ Newsletter, with their
Calender of Events and full details on
classes. And, be sure you leave your
current address with them...their
Newsletters are packed with information and valuable in-store Coupons.
Stitching Traditions Quilt Shop,
at 3005 SW Topeka Boulevard in
Holliday Square, is Topeka’s premier dealer of Husqvarna Viking
sewing machines. Stop in and check
out the amazing features on these
machines. Call 785-266-4130 for
further information.
TOPEKA TODAY!
June/July 2008
Elite Private Care Offers 24 Hour
Private Care Service
“Many people don’t realize that
we offer 24 hour care service,” says
Tricia Sawyer, District Manager for
Elite Private Care, Inc. “We don’t
set a time limit for our clients. We
will work from one hour - to 24
hours a day, because we don’t want
to eliminate anyone who needs help.
Our services allow our clients the
opportunity to stay in their own
home rather than having to go to a
nursing facility. We work with individual families, home health and
Hospice to see to it that the patient
is cared for 24 hours a day.
“One-on-one care is personal and
more attentive and the patient is
more comfortable in their own environment. We have a wheelchair
equipped van so we can take people
to their doctor, to therapy or even
shopping. Our client transportation
is also less expensive than hiring an
outside company. Clients may bill
their insurance companies for any
of our services.
“We believe we fill a need in private care that has not been met
before. For example: If someone
breaks a hip, they usually must go to
a nursing home to recover. Our 24
hour care service gives them the
alternative to recover at home.”
Elite care giver with 24-hour patient
Elite Private Care focuses on nonmedical care for disabled adults or
children, senior citizens, or terminally ill people who need assistance
caring for themselves either in their
homes,
Retirement
Centers,
Assisted Living Facilities or during
hospital stays. Their goal is to help
clients stay independent by assisting
them with the simple tasks that add
to their quality of life.
“We are currently looking for
additional care givers in the Topeka
and Lawrence area,” adds Tricia. “A
top priority is that we want people
who really enjoy helping others.”
Contact Arlene Pratt at Elite
Private Care, Inc. for complete
information. Call 785-817-9489 or
866-292- 9489
Topeka Merry Maids Awarded Highest
Recognition
Merry Maids appreciates the difficulty overscheduled families have in
keeping their homes clean and finding help from people they can trust.
Every year the company honors one
franchise who embodies Merry
Maids values and helps families with
“one less thing to worry about.”
Topeka Merry Maids franchise
owners, Kim and Stanton Hinkly,
received the Dallen Peterson
Founder’s Award at Merry Maids’
annual convention this year—the
highest recognition in the company. It
recognizes the franchisee who proves
to be the best example of business
operation, including customer and
employee satisfaction. Kim and
Stanton were singled out from more
than 400 franchise partners.
“We are able to keep balance in
both our Topeka and Lawrence
operations because of our excellent
office managers, Candace Anguiano
and Tiwona Ogan,” shares Kim.
“We are also proud that this year our
staff achieved their first 100 Grand
Award, which recognizes those
franchisees that generate between
$100,000 and $200,000 in revenue
growth in a one-year period.”
The Hinkly's also have two “North
American Team Members of the
Year.” Kristen Paulson received the
(L-R) Tiwona Ogan, Stanton & Kim
Hinkly and Candace Anguiano
honor in 2003, and team member
Mary Robinson, in 2004.
“Kim and Stanton and their staff
really understand our customers’
needs for relief from housecleaning,” said Laura Hendricks, Merry
Maids’ president. “In a time when
people need help, but aren’t sure
where to find it, or have concerns
about privacy and security, they
have done a great job of instilling
trust and performing their job well.”
“We thank the employees who
help us deliver great service...the
customers who stay with us...and
the many more people who feel
comfortable turning to us for help,”
states Kim.
Use the services of the finest
Merry Maid franchise in the country—call 785-273-3422. Or, go to
merrymaids.com and type in your
zip code for more information.
Topeka Today Remains The Best
Advertising Value For Local Businesses
Today, everyone is searching for
the best value for everything they
purchase...advertising included.
While small businesses are having
difficulty keeping up with sky-rocketing prices on products, many
advertising outlets have also priced
themselves out of reach.
Topeka Today! distributes your
“story form” advertisement to
19,000 homes, businesses and professional offices for between 1 1/2
to 2 1/2 cents per issue. This is a
much better value than many other
advertising options available today.
Topeka Today! utilizes “story
form” advertising—our most important feature—because every customer goes through four steps
before making a purchase:
1. Awareness: Knowing who you
are and what you sell.
2. Trust: The customer must have
trust in your product or service
before they will buy. “Story form”
advertising helps build that customer trust.
3. Understanding: Learning why
they should do business with your
company rather than with a competitor. “Story form” advertising
educates your potential customer
about the value of your business.
Display ads talk about price and
item, which may not persuade a customer to buy from you. Your competitor may have a similar item at a
lower price. Understanding why
they should buy is the key to the
next step.
4. Action: The customer buys from
you because they have developed a
trust in your business and they
understand the value of your product and service
Topeka Today! educates potential
customers about who you are and
what you have to offer. We do this in
the same words you would use when
talking to a customer face-to-face.
The most effective selling occurs
one-on-one. Topeka Today! translates that wordage into your story.
Topeka Today! is in the process of
redesgning
our
web
site,
www.topekatoday.biz, with an
exciting new look! In addition to
having a year’s worth of back issues
on-line, we will also be offering
services such as a direct link to your
web page or additional information
about your business.
Topeka Today! can help your
business stand out from the competition. We will help you explain the
“Why.” See www.topekatoday.biz
or call 785-273-3437.
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Oriental Express “Special” Gives
You The Opportunity To Try Sushi
If you have never sampled
Sushi—now is the time! The
Oriental Express Restaurant, at
5954 SW 29th Street, is offering a
great Sushi Special the entire
month of June in honor of Father’s
Day and their First Anniversary.
Stop in be-tween 3:30 and
5:30PM—any day in June—and
you can have any piece of Nigiri
for just $1.25! (These are items
regularly priced from $2.99 to
$4.50!) At that price, you could try
one of everything if you’d like!
“Jimmy Chen, our Sushi Chef, has
18 years of experience, and he gives
his Sushi dishes a unique presentation that customers find very
appealing,” says restaurant manager, Moon.
Treat Dad to a special Father’s
Day lunch or dinner at the Oriental
Express. The restaurant offers
Chinese, Japanese and Korean
foods as well as Sushi. Get the
whole family together for the occasion. The huge menu offers such a
wide a variety, everyone is sure to
find something they like.
The Oriental Express also offers a
full wine list, Japanese and Chinese
Beers and Sake. Plus, the menu
includes several flavors of exotic
Japanese Ice Cream for dessert.
“Our Monday through Saturday
lunch specials, priced from $4.50 to
$5.25, are a real bargain,” says
Moon. “Served from 11AM to 3PM,
all lunch entrées come with fried or
steamed rice and an egg roll or Crab
Rangoon. Get your Frequent
Customer Lunch Card so you can
earn a FREE lunch!
“We also cater...Sushi...Party Tray
appetizers...and a variety of our
Chinese, Japanese and Korean
entrées. Pick up a take-out menu
that lists all our options so you can
plan the menu for your next business event or family get-together!”
The Oriental Express, at 5954
SW 29th, is open daily from 11AM
to 9PM offering dine-in, carry-out,
delivery and drive-through service.
Call 785-271-2308.
Cool Off At Straight Water With
GENUINE Hawaiian Shave Ice
On a hot day, nothing is more
refreshing than Hawaiian Shave Ice
from Straight Water at 10th and
Gage. Maybe you’ve enjoyed a day
at the zoo, strolled through the Rose
Gardens or had a pic-nic in the
park? Just head across the street to
cool off—Straight
Water is right across
from Gage Park.
You can quench
your thirst with a
drink of the best
tasting water you’ve
ever had, or treat the family to
GENUINE Hawaiian Shave Ice.
(Loved by kids and adults alike!)
“Hawaiian shave ice is tender,
made with the thickest, best tasting,
tropical fruit flavors available,”
explains Sandra Sanders of Straight
Water. “Hawaiian ice, also known
as shave ice (not shaved ice), is
much different than a sno-cone. It’s
made by a machine that shaves ice
rather than grinding it, like a snocone machine. The result is a light
ice texture that rivals real snow! We
place the ‘snow’ in a bowl and
drench it with luscious tropical flavored syrups. The shaved ice is so
soft and powdery, the syrup is held
within its texture, versus settling to
the bottom. Hawaiian Shave Ice
needs to be eaten
with a spoon instead of a straw!”
Choose from a
veritable rainbow
of flavors (there are
20 in all) such as
Cherry Jubilee...
Wild Watermelon
and Passion Fruit.
Oh, and don’t forget
to bring your water
bottles to refill with
Straight Water!
Straight Water, in
Fleming
Place—
across from Gage
Park. Open M.-F.
9AM to 6PM and Sat.
9 to 4PM. Call 273-3988. Their website is: www.straightwater.com.
Nic & Colin Sanders love
Hawaiian Shave Ice!
Rolling Hills Retirement Center Offers Attractive New Sub-Acute Unit
“Our complete top-to-bottom remodel of Rolling Hills Retirement
Center is finished,” shares Brett
Klausman, Regional Director.
“Although our residents enjoyed
watching the construction process,
we’re happy to have the job done,
and delighted with the results. Our
new ‘Tuscan’ decor is inviting and
really beautiful.
“We’ve totally renovated all the
residents’ rooms as well as the common areas. Our new front entry features French doors that bring in the
light...and handsome woodwork and
cabinetry, custom made from St.
Mary’s.
“Our new dining room has a comfortable café feel, with open arches,
new lighting fixtures, new tables and
chairs...and a wide, open view to the
manicured green lawns of the Cedar
Ridge Golf Course as well as gorgeous sunsets each evening.
“We are especially proud of the
total renovation of our Sub-Acute
Care wing. This unit is for anyone
who is in some stage of recovery or
rehab before returning to their own
home. It has been designed to provide comfort, care and the specifically needed services to those individuals. All the rooms are private suites
with flat screen televisions, a separate dining room and comfortable
accommodations for family and
friends to visit.
“We have a terrific team of talented individuals who work with our
sub-acute residents:
Meridith Cox, OTR, is our
Rehabilitation Director. She has been
a therapist for 32 years, with much of
her career spent in a long term care
and sub-acute setting.
Peter Sanchez, our Regional Admissions Director, has been a licensed
P.T. Assistant since 1987. He was
instrumental in developing the first
two sub-acute programs in Kansas.
Dr. Joseph Sankoorikal is Board
Certified in physical medicine and
rehabilitation. He previously served
as the Medical Director for
Rehabilitation Services at St. Francis
Hospital before establishing Midwest
Rehabilitation, P.A. in 2003. He does
weekly patient checks with our unit.
Mary Gosser, LPN, is our SubAcute Unit Director. Mary has her
Bachelor’s degree in Rehabilitation,
is a licensed operator for Assisted
Living, and she has approximately 25
years of experience in the medical
field.
Claudia Chatham, RN, WOCN, is
our Corporate Quality Assurance
Nurse. Claudia has 13 years’ experience and is also certified in
Advanced Cardiac Life Support.
Some therapy time outdoors
“We learn what our sub-acute residents need to be able to accomplish
when they return home—then we
work to restore those functional
activities. With all our patients we
focus on their quality of life and
work with their activities of daily
living. All the care-givers in that
unit work together as a team with
each individual to help them build
strength and flexibility to be able to
stand while dressing...manage
walking with a walker, or any
other activities of daily living.
“As a team, they are continually
working to come up with new and
different ways to make each person’s life have more quality and
enjoyment—to bring them to the
highest functional level in things
that matter most to them.
“Our remodel also includes the
addition of several spacious
lounge areas for residents where
they can watch favorite TV shows
in the company of others, play a
Nintendo Wii, or just sit and visit.
“Our new Spa area has beautiful
Tuscan tile with walk-in showers
and a large new whirlpool.
“We’ve also added a cozy Café
near the front entry where guests
and residents can enjoy a midmorning cup of coffee or one of
the many activities that take place
in that area.
“We invite and encourage families
to come and visit us. We’ll be happy
to explain the levels of care we offer
and arrange for a tour, to show them
our beautiful new facility and witness the quality of life enjoyed here,
in our community.”
Call 785-273-5001 today to learn
more about the benefits available at
the Rolling Hills Retirement Center located at 2400 SW Urish Road.