eFreePress 01.29.15 - Blue Rapids Free Press
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eFreePress 01.29.15 - Blue Rapids Free Press
Three File For Blue Rapids Mayor, Four For Council The Blue Rapids City Elections will be held on Tuesday April 7th. Three businessmen have filed for Blue Rapids Mayor and four have filed for the two seats on the City Council. Running for the Mayors position are Dustin Tryon, Fred R. Hyde and Jon A. Brake. Tryon is the owner of Tryon’s Pour House, Hyde is the owner of Blue Valley Auto Glass and Brake is the Publisher of the Blue Rapids Free Press. The four running for the two open Council Member seats are: Philip Hanson, Mike Minihan, Doug Whitesell and Don Tryon. Here are the filings for Blue Rapids and other Cities in Marshall as provided by Sonya Stohs, County Clerk: Darrin VanDorn Councilman USD 364 Sonya L Stohs Position #1 Lanny Carpenter Position #2 Betty Temple Position #2 Jeff Ottens Position #2 Dustin Tryon (left) and Jon A. Brake are running for Mayor of Blue Rapids. Fred Hyde was not available for a photo) Carla Grund Marysville Mayor Kenneth L Kickhaefer Treasurer Brad Ekiss Councilman—Ward 1 Blue Rapids City Jon A Brake Blue Rapids City Mayor Dustin Tryon Blue Rapids City Mayor Fred R Hyde Blue Rapids City Mayor Philip Hanson Councilman Mike Minihan Councilman Doug Whitesell Councilman Don Tryon Councilman Waterville City James L Oatney Councilman Shawn Hamner Councilman Colby Hearn Councilman Tony D Mann Councilman Marysville City Thursday, January 29, 2015 An Award Winning Weekly Newspaper Vol. 6 Number 29 Darlene F Boss Councilman—Ward 2 Tamara Gordon Councilman—Ward 2 Kevin Throm Councilman—Ward 3 Todd E Frye Councilman—Ward 4 Stephanie Huninghake Councilman Oketo City Darrell Cook Oketo City Mayor Richard N Mick, Jr. (Sonny) Councilman Todd Packett Councilman Summerfield City Bruce A Mitchell Summerfield Mayor Richard E Burger Councilman John Darrah Councilman Mark Wagner Councilman Cheryl R Broxterman Councilman Dirk deKoning Councilman Kent Dierking Councilman Roger A Gilbertson Councilman Joy B Renz, Jr. Councilman Beattie City Vermillion City Axtell City Rob Olmsted Councilman Gary Skalla Councilman Frankfort City Mike Hill Vermillion Mayor Chalon Barnett Vermillion Mayor Nicole Barnett Councilman Todd Milner Position #3 Kevin Samuelson Position #7 USD 380 Clayton Scott Parthemer Position #1 Keith Bramhall Position #2 Shana Steinlage Position #3 Lynda Cross Position #3 Marcie Koch Position #3 Sara Smith Position #7 USD 498 Open Position #1 Mike Vermetten Position #2 John Walsh Position #3 David Vermetten Position #7 Community Memorial Healthcare Appoints Cashier as New Board Member Memorial Community Healthcare (CMH) announces the appointment of Dennis Cashier, Marysville, KS, to its 2015-2016 Board of Directors. Cashier replaces Chad Kramer. His term will last through April, 2016. Cashier serves as the President of Citizens State Bank in Marysville, KS. His wife, Cathy, is a paraprofessional at USD 364. members board Other include: Dan Caffrey, Chair, Marysville; Trent Moser, Vice- Dave Marysville; Chair, Hamel, DDS, Marysville; Ken Lamoreaux, Waterville, KS: Lucy Papes, Marysville; Bryce Porter, Waterville, KS; Marge Schlabach, Hanover; Delores Stump, Blue Rapids, KS; Bob Voet, Home, KS; Candace Wright, Marysville, KS; Rev. Jerry Zanker, Marysville; and Dr. Ken Duensing, DO, Chief of Medical Staff. CMH extends a warm welcome to Dennis Cashier, our new hospital board member. Commodities Distribution Will Be On Friday, February 13th These commodities are for all age groups. Only those who have current certifications will be eligible to receive commodities. Annual certification is mandatory. We will accept certifications for the next distribution at this time. Please bring proof of income with you. PLEASE CALL IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO PICK UP YOUR COMMODITIES AT THE TIMES LISTED BELOW. SCHEDULE Friday, February 13, 2015 TIME Marysville Helvering Community Center (West Door) 9:00 – 12:00 pm Home Helvering Community Center (West Door) 9:00 – 12:00 pm Beattie Helvering Community Center (West Door) 9:00 – 12:00 pm Oketo Helvering Community Center (West Door) 12:00 pm 9:00 – Herkimer Helvering Community Center (West Door) 9:00 – 12:00 pm Bremen Helvering Community Center (West Door) 9:00 – 12:00 pm Summerfield Community Building 10:00– 11:00 am Axtell City Hall 10:00 – 11:00 am Vermillion American Legion 10:00 11:00 am – Frankfort City Hall 10:00 – 11:00 am Blue Rapids West Door of the Community Center 10:00 – 11:00 am Waterville Community Center 11:00 am 10:00 – In the news... Adam Schreiner’s 4th Grade class watches as County Extension Agent Susie Latta making bread. Each of the students then mixed there own bread dough. BR Chamber President Rod Christie gave Sharp Manufacturing owners Rob and Karen Swearingen a certificate of appreciation Tuesday night. (Photo by Deb Barrington) The Valley Heights Mustangs beat the Linn Bulldogs 48 to 20 Tuesday night. Here Devin Crumbley (13) puts in a jump shot. (Photo by Deb Barrington) The Valley Heights Girls lost another game Tuesday night to Linn 48-46. This is the thrid loss of the season for the Girls. Taylor Donner brings the ball down court. (Photo by Linda Brake) Thursday, January 29, 2015 Blue Rapids Free Press Free Obituaries Soup-n-Dessert John Thomas Brown, III John Thomas Brown, III , age 74, died peacefully at home in Plano, Tx on January 22, 2015. He was born on May 5, 1940, in Ft. Dodge, IA to Ken and Irene Brown. His fondest memories were from his youth in Blue Rapids, KS where he graduated from Blue Rapids High School in 1958. When the family moved to Quanah, TX, in 1958, he enrolled at Texas Tech University. He was a member of Delta Tau Delta fraternity and graduated with a Mechanical Engineering degree. Fall of 1964, he joined the U.S. Army and was stationed in Fairbanks, AK. He returned to active duty for the U.S. Army in Vietnam as 1st Lieutenant, Executive Officer, and Company Commander of the largest Maintenance & Supply Company from August 1967-November 1968. When he returned, he served for two years as general staff for the U.S. Army Weapons Commander in Rock Island, IL. From 1970 to 1974, his service took him to the Panama Canal Zone at the Tropic Test Center. He was honorably discharged from the Army and received a Bronze Star. He utilized the G.I. Bill and earned a Masters of Business degree with honors from University of Delaware in 1975. He became an Assistant President for Helmerick & Payne in Tulsa, OK; just over a year later, he moved to Houston, TX to work for Roy M. Huffington as Project Coordinator. During his employment, he was transferred to Jakarta, Indonesia, as Manager of Financial & Administrative Trading of Indonesian LNG to Japan. He was responsible for 10% of 2A Japan’s energy consumption and 15% of Indonesian foreign exchange earnings. He traveled around the world five times and visited many countries with his family from 1979 to 1984. He recently retired from Raymond James & Associates as Securities Principal & Registered Investment Advisor. John was an avid adventurer. He enjoyed hunting with friends, fishing with his sons in Alaska, hiking and camping with his daughter and grandchildren, and traveling with his wife. He was an enthusiastic Texas Tech supporter and an active Delta Tau Delta Alumnus. He supported his friends and family with determination, love, courage, and inner strength. John is preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth Warren Brown and Irene Wilson Brown, and his sister, Christine Brown Steele. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Liz of Plano, TX; three children Stacy Elizabeth Brown Park and her husband, Harold, of Union, KY; Kurt Cobourn Brown and his wife, Vina, of Spring, TX; and Matthew Warren Brown of Plano, TX; two grandchildren Andrew and Matthew Park of Union, KY; a sister, Marianne Brown Jennings and her husband, Joe, of Prosper, TX; and nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at a later date. There will be a private burial at the National Cemetery in Dallas, TX. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to The John T. Brown III, Delta Tau Delta Scholarship Texas Tech University; PO Box 41081, Lubbock, TX 79409-1081. moved to Blue Rapids and farmed. They moved to town in 1984. In Abilene, Emma Lou worked for Sunflower Hotel and the drug store. She was a member of the United Presbyterian Church and the Czech Moriavian Women’s Group. Emma Lou enjoyed reading, sewing and watching sports on television. Survivors include her husband, Alfred Pishny; son, John (Kristyn) Pishny, Jr., Fairbury, NE; granddaughter, Emily Pishny, Columbus, NE; and sisters, Jesse Rumel, Clay Center, KS, and Mary Jane Macy, Abilene, KS. She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Vera Gfeller and Ruby Schad; and a brother, Donald Tyrell. Memorials may be made to the Czech Moravian Cemetery and sent in care of Kinsley Mortuary. ing and square dancing. Nora was a member of OES and served as worthy matron and her favorite office, Conductress. She was a member of the First Christian Church, serving as Board President, was a deacon and deaconess and choir member. She sang with a quartet and played the organ. She loved attending her grandchildren’s events, whether it be a dance recital or sporting event. They were all special to her and the best entertainment she could think of. On August 23, 2011, she married Wayne Tryon. He survives. Other survivors include her daughters, Marsha (Mike) Larson, Waterville, Debra (Jim) Runnebaum, Axtell, Lorinda (Eugene) Runnebaum, Ogden, and Jill (Rex) Estes, Marysville; four step-daughters; eight grandchildren, fifteen step-grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, fifteen step great grandchildren; brother, Bill Blackburn, Broken Bow, NE; and sister, Iola Henry, Marysville. Nora was preceded in death by her first husband, Jack Bergen; two great grandchildren and one step grandson. A memorial fund has been established to the church. Contributions may be sent in care of Kinsley Mortuary. Methodist Church in Blue Rapids Wednesday, February 4th 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Clean Pasture S. of Blue Rapids – 51 acre pasture with good fences, a pond & well that is south of the Czech church corner on a rocked road. Acreage between Axtell & Beattie (1405 26th Rd) – Spacious 2 bedroom, 1 ¾ bath home w/ a cabin & outbuildings on 3 acres. Priced in the 90s Emma Lucille Pishny Emma Lucille Pishny, 87, of Blue Rapids, KS, died January 22, 2015, at Blue Valley Nursing Home in Blue Rapids. A funeral service was held at 10 a.m., Saturday, January 24 at the United Presbyterian Church in Blue Rapids. Rev. Marilyn Sweet and Gary Phillips officiated. Jan Pope played the piano while the congregation sang “Old Rugged Cross” and “In the Garden”. Burial was in the Czech Moravian Cemetery south of Blue Rapids. Emma was born in Dickinson County, KS, on October 13, 1927 to Chester and Clara (Luthi) Tyrell. She graduated from Chapman High School. On August 25, 1957 she was united in marriage to John Alfred Pishny, Sr., at Abilene. Shortly after they Nora F. Bergen Tryon Nora F. Bergen Tryon, 81, of Marysville, KS, died Monday, January 12, 2015 at Community Memorial Healthcare in Marysville. Visitation was Friday, January 16, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Kinsley Mortuary in Marysville. The family received friends 6 to 8 p.m. A funeral service was held at 10 a.m. Saturday, January 17 at the First Christian Church in Marysville. Rev. Jerry Zanker officiated. Evelyn Falen was the organist. Music included “In the Garden”, “His Eye is On the Sparrow” and “One Day At a Time”. The pallbearers were Jack Estes, Cash Larson, Shane Larson, Bobby Hester, Shannon Gibson, Frank Nietfeld, Owen Nietfeld, Andy Runnebaum, Travis Roudybush and Connor Roudybush. Burial was in the Marysville City Cemetery. Nora Faye was born January 30, 1933 at St. Joseph, MO, to B.L. “Jack” and Jessie Blackburn. In 1951, she graduated from Marysville High School. On January 14, 1951, she was united in marriage to Jack Bergen and they were blessed with four daughters, Marsha, Debra, Lorinda and Jill. She worked for JC Penney, purchased the House of Flowers, then worked for the Blue Rapids Greenhouse. In earlier years she enjoyed bowl- We specialize in John Deere but will work on about anything! Wendland Ag Repair Josh Wendland 785-944-2312 Robert “Bob” D. Whitlinger Jr. Robert “Bob” D. Whitlinger, Jr., 93, of Marysville, KS, died Wednesday, January 21, 2015 at Community Memorial Healthcare in Marysville. Visitation was Sunday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Kinsley Mortuary in Marysville. The family will received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. A funeral service wase held at 2 p.m., Monday, at Kinsley Mortuary in Marysville. Rev. Marilyn Sweet will officiate. Burial was in the Immanuel Lutheran State Line Cemetery, north of Marysville. Bob was born July 25, 1921 at Hyde Park, PA, to Robert D., Sr., and Ruth (Fisher) Whitlinger. He worked as a crane operator for a steel mill and at Avery Label Company in California. In his younger years Bob enjoyed going fishing. Later he enjoyed playing games on the computer and painting beauti- ful landscapes. He was a loving father and grandfather and enjoyed his grandchildren. On August 29, 1941 he married Bertha Shellhammer at Apollo, PA. She survives. Other survivors include his three sons, Robert “Bob” D. Whitlinger III, Marysville, John Whitlinger, Galveston, TX, and Richard Whitlinger, Costa Mesa, CA; sisters, Marcia Ganyon, Arizona, and Lois Thomas, California; 12 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren and 5 great-greatgrandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Fred Whitlinger and infant brother, Billy; sisters, Pat, Rita and Donna. A memorial fund has been established and will be designated later. Contributions may be sent in care of Kinsley Mortuary. If you like the Free Press please tell these Advertisers Blue Rapids Mercantile Come Visit Us! Harmony Hills Jams-n-Jellies Peanut Brittle all year long! Affordable Furniture Pieces, Collectibles, Rada Cutlery, etc. Gift Certificates Available 401 East 5th Street (US 77) Blue Rapids, Kansas 66411 785-363-7900 Mon-Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Terry-Christie Funeral Home 308 West Walnut, Waterville 785-363-2627 “A Personal Approach to Service at a Very Personal Time.” www.terrychristiefuneralhome.com Thursday, January 29, 2015 Blue Rapids Free Press 3A Valley Heights Senior.. Life Moves Pretty Fast Director Retires By Hannah Steenson HHS Journalism On November 13, 1996 Bailey Elizabeth Boucek was born in Salina, Kansas to John Boucek and Cheri Shanks. She has two younger brothers, Brayden Boucek and Mack Shanks. Bailey has participated in FCCLA four years, FFA four years and an officer for one year, KAY Club four years, All School Play two years, Forensics three years, VH Club four years, and Golf two years. After high school Bailey plans to attend Wichita State University and major in Health Care Administration. Bailey’s future goals are to be a healthcare administer and be able to be her own boss. My favorite memories of high school were created when my friends and I were all hanging out at the square, the Manley’s house, or driving around. A quote that inspires Bailey is “Life moves pretty fast, if you Bailey Boucek don’t stop and look around once in a while you could miss it,” from the movie Ferris Buler’s Day Off. Bailey’s favorite song is “Try” by Pink, “It doesn’t necessarily describe my life but it’s my favorite song and I love singing along with it.” Bailey’s parents have been very influential in her life, she looks up to them and looks forward to making them proud when she graduates. “When I’m not at school I enjoy taking care of myself by going shopping and having “me” days and also taking care of others. “Doing good deeds makes me feel happy.” Bailey is a very caring person, which is something she says people might not know about her. She also has an amazing sense of humor and she has a deep love of cats. “My biggest accomplishment so far has been getting accepted into Wichita State University.” When I leave Valley Heights I hope to leave behind my positive attitude towards others,” Bailey Boucek, sr. Valley Heights Senior.. Changes For The Better By Jerrika Chase, sr. VHHS Journalism Vanessa Marie Moctezuma is the daughter of Steven and Heather Moctezuma. She was born on October 2, 1996 and grew up in Moreno Valley, CA. Until she moved to Waterville, KS when she was nine. Vanessa has been involved in many clubs growing up including: FCCLA 3 years, FFA 2 years, KAY 4 years, All School Play 4 years, Forensics 4 years, Journalism 2 years, Peer tutor 1 year, and FCA 2 years. She also has been involved in basketball 1 year, and cheerleading 1 year. Vanessa also has held 2 leadership roles including yearbook photographer 1 year, and KAY secretary 1 year. “I have tons of great memories with my fellow actors and actresses and forensic teammates. What happens in the van, stays in the van!” Mrs. Coon, Vanessa’s forensics coach, along with her parents have been a big influence on her life. “They have given me different out looks on life and have given me so much to learn from.” A song that describes her best is Kacey Musgrave’s, Follow Your Arrow. Something that makes Vanessa different from other people is that she has never been a soft spoken person and she loves to debate issues she feels strongly about. Something also a little different is that she has always wanted a hairless cat named Charlie. After high school Vanessa plans to receive her associate’s degree from Highland classes online in criminal justice. Vanessa has been living on her own for about 5 months now, and has been working hard in school and at her job. She dreams of later becoming a police officer, and growing a family with her fiance, Dillon Scheetz. “I want people to remember that having a positive attitude can open so many doors for you and you can achieve so much! I want people to remember anyone can change, and I think I’m a good example of that.” One quote that inspires Vanessa is “Be a voice, not an echo.Unknown. Terry Seier-Becker, LCP retired from Pawnee Mental Health Services on December 30th after twelve years of service. Terry is a licensed clinical psychologist. Terry earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in clinical psychology from Fort Hayes University. Terry began her employment with Pawnee in 2002 as a Day Treatment Emergency Therapist. In 2003, she became Pawnee’s Crisis Services Program Director and served on Pawnee’s management team. “We appreciate Terry’s many years of service to the communities we serve” said Robbin Cole, Executive Director. “Terry worked on the front line, responding to the needs of members of our communities and of our community stakeholders.” Skid Loader Service Skid Loader Service in Blue Rapids and surrounding area. Tree cutting and pasture clearing, dirt work, yard clean up, and snow removal. No job too small. Call Jeff Pishny for estimates. 785-562-7910 Notice The Blue Rapids Free Press is gathering information about residents who are still negotiating with their Insurance Companies after the 2nd of October hail storm. We are looking into the number of people still with problems, the name of the Companies. We will not be taking names or phone numbers. Please Call Jon at 785-556-1694 Vanessa Marie Moctezuma “Feeding Cows to Maintain Body Condition Score” Anastasia L. Johnson County Extension Agent The “optimum” or “target” body condition score for beef cows, at the time of calving, is a Body Condition Score (BCS) of 5 on a 9-point scale. BCS of 1-3 and 7-9 are rarely seen in most herds. A “5” is typically considered moderate condition, showing no obvious fat deposits, but showing full expression of muscle through the round and shoulder, and with only 2-3 ribs obviously visible prior to morning feeding. The reason this level of bodycondition is important to lifetime productivity is that energy is the first limiting nutrient when the cow’s biological systems are trying to determine whether there are sufficient nutrients available after calving to (1) maintain her own body, (2) provide milk for the calf, and (3)begin to cycle prior to the breeding season. A BCS “4” typically has no obvious fat deposition anywhere on her body, has less than complete muscle deposition in the round and shoulder, and clearly has 4-5 ribs showingprior to morning feeding. A cow in BCS “4” will typically delay cyclicity and may breed latein the breeding season. Unfortunately, if a thin cow calves late in the calving season she may miss the breeding season entirely. This is possibly the primary cause of infertility in the beef herd. A BCS “6” is what most producers would consider a slightly “fleshy” cow. This cow has small butobvious fat deposits around the tail head, in the brisket, and in her flanks. She will have sufficient fat coverover the round and shoulder so that separate muscle groups are not clearly defined. The reason a cow is a BCS “6” at the end of the grazing season would be an “easy keeper”. But a cow that maintains a BCS “6”throughout the winter feeding season is probably a boss cow and is probably eating 2-3 times her given allotment of supplemental energy and protein every day. Young cows often do not winter well for a number of reasons. Two-year-olds are still growing so some of the nutrient intake is going to growth of frame and muscle, in addition to maintenance. Also, they do not have the size, strength, or social status to out-compete older cows for feed and may be pushed out of the supplement line or the feeding area. Older cows may come out of the grazing season in poor body condition,and may lack the strength to compete in the feeding area. For these reasons, it is often recommended to find a way to separate off thinner cows from fleshier cows to provide additional feed. Some producers worry about creating “welfare cows” who Valentine’s Day Discount! Order by February 7 Receive 15% discount! Free delivery to all Valley Heights Schools 2/13! Blue Rapids Greenhouse and Flower Shop Open 9-5. Call (785) 363-7300 or come by 805 Pomeroy St., Blue Rapids chronically require additional feed resources during the winter to simply stay up with their herd mates. Although this is logical, good record-keeping will help you to identify those individuals who simply cannot complete a production cycle without this “welfare”. nutrition cheats you out of several months of feed, and forces you to sell an open female rather than a bred female or a pair. Use good records to get one more calf out of her, and then move her out of the herd. Simply allowing cows to fallout of the herd because of mal- PUBLISHED WEEKLY EVERY THURSDAY Blue Rapids Free Press Jon A. and Linda L. Brake, Publishers Deb Barrington, Managing Editor Mailing Address: P.O. Box 176, Blue Rapids, Ks 66411 E-Mail: freepress@kansas.net or jonbrake@kansas.net “Were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter. Thomas Jefferson, 1787 785-363-7779 Thursday, January 29, 2015 Blue Rapids Free Press 5A VH Girls Drop Two In Tournament Valley Heights’ Sidney Blackburn shoots a jump shot during their 58-50 overtime loss to Linn in the second round of the Twin Valley League Tournament at Onaga last week. Photos by Deb Barrington and Linda Brake You can see all of the Free Press Tournament photos at: bluerapidsfreepress.com Cassidy Coggins (12) gets a shot off against Doniphan West. Valley Heights won the game 58-34. Playing for 5th Place against Wetmore, Valley Heights’ Taylor Doner (with ball) goes in for the score. If you like the Free Press please tell these Advertisers Farmers Service 125 South Colorado Waterville, KS 785-363-2581 Full Service Mechanic On Duty Services Provided: Gas, Oil Change, Complete Car Care, Car Wash, Licensed Gun Dealer, Interstate Batteries, Hydraulic Hoses, Roller Chains, Oils and Greases BUYING SCRAP IRON Firewood Competitive Pricing per ton for scrap iron. 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Family Dentistry 107 South 8th Street Marysville, Ks 66508 Office: (785 562-5323 Cell: (785 556-1487 News 6 Blue Rapids Free Press - Thursday, January 29, 2015 Marshall County Commission Minutes January 12, 2015 The Board of Marshall County Commissioners met in regular adjourned session with Thomas K. Holle, Chairman; Charles R. Loiseau and Robert S. Connell members and Sonya L. Stohs, County Clerk present. The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. The Board opened the meeting with the flag salute. The minutes and agenda were approved as presented upon a motion by Charles R. Loiseau seconded by Robert S. Connell. Unanimous. Terry and Karen Hughes, Marysville and Vicky Gross, Marysville were present to observe the meeting. County Health Nurse Sue Rhodes met with the Board to give them a monthly update on revenue and expenditures of the Health Department, and discussed calls that she is receiving about poor living conditions that landlords will not fix. County Attorney Laura Johnson-McNish met with the Board. Charles R. Loiseau moved, seconded by Thomas K. Holle to go into executive session for ten minutes at 9:25 a.m. to discuss matters of non-elected personnel with County Health Nurse Sue Rhodes and County Attorney Laura JohnsonMcNish present. Unanimous. No action was taken as a result of the executive session. County Treasurer Jami Ellenbecker and County Clerk Sonya L. Stohs met with the Board at their request. Charles R. Loiseau moved, seconded by Thomas K. Holle to go into executive session for fifteen minutes at 9:40 a.m. to discuss matters of attorney client privilege with County Attorney Laura JohnsonMcNish, County Treasurer Jami Ellenbecker and County Clerk Sonya L. Stohs present. Unanimous. No action as a result of executive session. Charles R. Loiseau moved, seconded by Robert S. Connell to approve the resignation of Noble Township Trustee Bill Bramhall and the appointment of Alex Johnson as the Noble Township Trustee. Unanimous. Public Works Administrator Mike Craig and Public Works Coordinating Supervisor Larry Polson met with the Board. Public Works Administrator Mike Craig asked the Board to deem a 1987 Dodge ½ ton truck and a 1982 Ford 1 ton truck as surplus and put them on the Rottinghaus Auction. Thomas K. Holle moved, seconded by Charles R. Loiseau to approve deeming a 1987 Dodge ½ ton truck and a 1982 Ford 1 ton truck as surplus and put them on the Rottinghaus Auction. Unanimous. Public Works Administrator Mike Craig would like to replace the 1994 Kenworth T600 semi-tractor at the Frankfort Shop. The Board approved Mike going out for bid for a new semi-tractor for the Frankfort Shop. Public Works Administrator Mike Craig asked the Board about replacing a 2008 CAT 12M motor grader that is going out of its’ 7 year/7000 hour warranty in May of 2015. The Board asked Mike to check into extended warranty for the machine. Vicky Gross, Marysville left the meeting at 10:04 a.m. and returned at 10:20 a.m. TMHC (Mental Health Consortium) that provides the Drug testing for the Public Works Department is asking that they attend a ½ day Drug and Alcohol training. They will come to the County to do the training for a ½ day fee in the amount of $600.00 for all Public Works Employees. The Board discussed specifications for the construction of the new Waterville Shop. Sheriff Daniel A. Hargrave met with the Board to recommend hiring Candice Hale, Blue Rapids as a part-time Corrections Officer at $14.41 an hour effective January 19, 2015. Robert S. Connell moved, seconded by Thomas K. Holle to approve the hiring of Candice Hale, Blue Rapids as a part-time Corrections Officer at $14.41 an hour effective January 19, 2015. Unanimous. Robert S. Connell moved, seconded by Charles R. Loiseau to approve the Home City Sewer bills and pay them from the appropriate funds available. Unanimous. Charles R. Loiseau moved, seconded by Robert S. Connell to approve the following purchase orders. Unanimous. Steven A. Kraushaar, Marysville, KS for contract attorney fee $2,100.00-General (District Court) fund-P.O. # 4793 Merck, Carol Stream, IL for private vaccine $16,883.92Health fund-P.O. # 4756 Morris & Dickson, Shreveport, LA for depo-birth control $535.94-Health fundP.O. # 4757 KALHD, Topeka, KS for annual dues $526.17-Health fund-P.O. # 4758 Herbster Law Firm, Inc., Topeka, KS for contract attorney fee $1,700.00-General (District Court) fund-P.O. # 4794 Midwest Mobile, St. Joseph, MO for labor/materials $15,790.50-911 Local-P.O. # 4797 Underground Vaults & Storage, Hutchinson, KS for storage boxes $540.97-General (District Court) fund-P.O. # 4795 Nelson Power & Lights, Marysville, KS for fixing and replacing of outside lights $1,379.54-Agency on Aging fund-P.O. # 4597 Agency on Aging Director Heather Ruhkamp met with the Board to inform them that the water line to the women’s bathroom froze and broke at the Frankfort Nutrition Site and flooded the storage room, bathrooms, laundry, and meeting room. County Clerk Sonya L. Stohs gave the oath of office to 1st District County Commissioner Robert S. Connell who was elected to a new term in November of 2014. REORGANIZATION OF THE BOARD OF MARSHALL COUNTY COMMISSIONERS , January 12, 2015 The Board of Marshall County Commissioners met in regular adjourned session with Robert S. Connell, Thomas K. Holle and Charles R. Loiseau, members; and Sonya L. Stohs County Clerk, present. Charles R. Loiseau moved, seconded by Thomas K. Holle to appoint Robert S. Connell as chairman of the Board for 2015. Unanimous. Emergency Management Director: Thomas K. Holle moved, seconded by Robert S. Connell to reappoint William Schwindamann Jr. as Emergency Management Director for 2015. Unanimous. Public Works Administrator: Robert S. Connell moved, seconded by Charles R. Loiseau to reappoint Mike Craig as Public Works Administrator for 2015. Unaimous. County Health Nurse: Charles R. Loiseau moved, seconded by Thomas K. Holle to reappoint Vicki S. Rhodes as the County Health Nurse for 2015. Unanimous. Public Health Officer: Thomas K. Holle moved, seconded by Robert S. Connell to reappoint Dr. John Ryan as the Public Health Officer for 2015. Unanimous. Agency on Aging: Robert S. Connell moved, seconded by Charles R. Loiseau to reappoint Heather Ruhkamp as the Agency on Aging Director for 2015. Unanimous. Custodian: Charles R. Loiseau moved, seconded by Robert S. Connell to reappoint Lou Ann Wassenberg as the Custodian for 2015. Unanimous. Investments: Robert S. Connell moved, seconded by Charles R. Loiseau to authorize County Treasurer Jami Ellenbecker to invest the County’s funds in County Federally insured depositories and State Investment Pool for 2015. Unanimous. Recycling Coordinator: Thomas K. Holle moved, seconded by Robert S. Connell to reappoint Fred Cohorst as the Recycling Coordinator for 2015. Unanimous. County Newspaper: Charles R. Loiseau moved, seconded by Robert S. Connell to appoint the Marysville Advocate as the county paper for 2015. Unanimous. County Counselor: Robert S. Connell moved, seconded by Charles R. Loiseau to reappoint Laura Johnson-McNish as the County Counselor for 2015. Unanimous. Depositories of county funds: Charles R. Loiseau moved, seconded by Robert S. Connell to designate the following depositories of county funds. Unanimous. County Treasurer: First Commerce Bank, Marysville, KS United Bank and Trust, Marysville, KS Citizens State Bank, Marysville, KS State Bank of Bern, Axtell, KS United Bank of Beattie, Beattie, KS State Bank of Blue Rapids, Blue Rapids, KS First National Bank, Frankfort, KS First Heritage Bank, Vermillion, KS Citizens State Bank, Waterville, KS Western National Bank, Summerfield, KS Citizens State Bank & Trust Co., Bremen, KS County Attorney/County Counselor: Citizens State Bank, Sheriff: United Bank and Trust, Citizens State Bank, County Attorney Laura Johnson-McNish met with the Board. Carla Grund, Marysville discussed with the Board her concerns about the Intangibles Tax. The Board received applications to request refunding of the City of Marysville (2.25%) and the Marshall County (.75%) Intangibles Tax on 2013 gross receipts. Thomas K. Holle moved, seconded by Charles R. Loiseau to approve the refunds received and abate any 2nd half Intangibles taxes that are unpaid. Unanimous. Twin Valley Director Ed Henry met with the Board. Robert S. Connell moved, seconded by Charles R. Loiseau to approve signing two contracts between Marshall County and Twin Valley Developmental Services, Inc. a non-profit corporation, to designate them as Marshall County Community Developmental Disability Organization (CDDO) and County Service Provider (CSP). Unanimous. Robert S. Connell moved, seconded by Charles R. Loiseau to approve the vouch- ers, as presented, and issue manual warrants from the respective funds. Unanimous. Charles R. Loiseau moved, seconded by Thomas K. Holle to approve the resignation of Clear Fork Township Clerk Dennis Miller and the appointment of Justin Miller as the Clear Fork Township Clerk. Unanimous. Robert S. Connell moved, seconded by Charles R. Loiseau to adjourn at 12:28 p.m. Unanimous. The next scheduled meeting will be Tuesday, January 20, 2015 starting at 9:00 a.m. The Courthouse and offices will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2015 to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Thank You I would like to thank people for the cards and letters at the death of my sister Vicky (Nelson) Johnson and when I was in the hospital. Again, many thanks. Dudley Nelson Thank You The family of Emma Lou Pishny would like to thank everyone who supported us during this difficult time. We would especially like to thank Pastor Marilyn Sweet, Gary Phillips, Presbyterian Women for the wonderful lunch and to all who stopped by, sent cards, flowers or memorials. Alfred Pishny Clerk of the District Court : First Commerce Bank, Citizens State Bank, , KS Carla Grund, Marysville was present at 11:19 a.m. to observe the meeting If you like the Free Press please tell these Advertisers Blue Rapids Auto & Hardware NAPA Auto Parts Do It Best Hardware Hunting & Fishing Licenses Hydraulic Hoses • Saw Chains Corn Stoves • Ammunition Infrared Heaters 10 Public Square, Blue Rapids, Kansas 66411 785-363-7384 785-629-0050 Kenneth.Sells @fbfs.com 1019 Broadway, P.O. Box 267 Marysville, Ks 66508-0267 Kenneth L. Sells, Agent Registered Repersentative/Securities & Services offered through EqullTrust Marketing Services, LLC. 5400 University Ave, West Des Moines, Ia 50266, 877860 Thursday, January 29, 2015 Blue Rapids Free Press 7 Boys 8th, Girls Ranked 10th In State Notice The Blue Rapids Free Press is gathering information about residents who are still negotiating with their Insurance Companies after the 2nd of October hail storm. We are looking into the number of people still with problems, the name of the Companies. We will not be taking names or phone numbers. Please Call Jon at 785-556-1694 Big 12 Mens Standings Big 12 Womens Standings If you like the Free Press please tell these Advertisers Jahnnie A Brake, CFP®, AAMS® Financial Advisor . 2655 Southwest Wanamaker Road Suite B Topeka, KS 66614 785-271-7088 www.edwardjones.com SALES AND SERVICE OF ALL MAKES T-shirts Sweatshirts Hoodies Jackets Coats Hats Bags Koozies Banners Pens Lots More We now have Bird Feed 1920 Center St, Marysville, KS 785-562-5000 Blue Rapids Free Press Thursday, January 29, 2015 8 Valley Heights Boys Take 7th Place Keaton DeWalt goes high to score against Frankfort in the Twin Valley League Tournament last week. Valley Heights won the game 76 to 49 to take 7th place. (Photos by Linda Brake) Gage Woodyard (15) and Devin Crumbley (13) go after a rebound in the final game against Frankfort. Valley Heights beat Wetmore 61-50 in the first game, lost to Washington Co. 64-58 and then beat Frankfort for 7th place. A Man of Many Words Bryan Yungeberg (with the ball) works the ball around the outside of Frankfort defense. Valley Heights’ Quentin Blaske is number 25. Our Lifelong Friend of Blue Rapids, John Thomas Brown, III May 5, 1940 – January 22, 2015 Talk: If anyone has “talking” for a strength, Johnny did. His enthusiasm, curiosity, intellect, and memory gave him an endless fount of observations, stories, and advice that he loved to share. Some of us even accused him of having greater than total recall. A loss of words was not something he ever experienced. Adventure: Johnny was not shy about confronting the difficult. He was always open to a new experience. He continued to grow from his early days in Blue Rapids where exploring nature along the Blue River became a confidence-builder for him to take on new challenges, anywhere. Throughout his energetic life Johnny was a loyal friend, a backpacker, a camper, a boater, a hunter, a fisherman, and, in Viet Nam, a combat veteran. Even on his death-bed last week, he called me to say he wouldn’t be going on an Alaskan fishing trip with his sons and ask would I go in his stead! That was his way of saying he was not going to make it through his heart-health difficulty; Johnny was ever the considerate planner. For me, sharing many experiences with Johnny Brown was a fun-filled privilege; we’re all better for having had him in our lives. His heart finally quit on him this week. Blue Rapids has lost a friend. The World was lucky to see him born. In the spirit of the old Sinatra tune, Johnny, “I’ll be seeing you.” Our loving thoughts are with his family. Your friend since Miss Marvin’s First Grade in 1946, George Callison John Thomas Brown, III Plano, Texas