US District Court dismisses irrigation districts\' lawsuit

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Thursday, September 26, 2013  Vol. 127, No. 22  

  

 

 

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U.S. District Court dismisses irrigation districts’ lawsuit By Russ Pankonin The Imperial Republican

Team, fans remember Amanda There were few dry eyes in the Longhorn gym last Thursday as the Chase County Lady Longhorn volleyball team remembered a former player, Amanda Poppe Johnson, who played on the 200104 teams. This year’s team, coaches, parents and members of the Poppe and Johnson families wore special black T-shirts emblazoned with the number “13” she wore on her high school volleyball jersey, along with a special message “Forever and For Always.” Her name was also printed on the sleeves. Above, the team huddles during warm-ups prior to their game with the Wauneta Lady Broncos. Right before the varsity match started, below, Head Coach Jodie Schuller presented Amanda’s husband Curtis and other family members with balloons and candy from the 2013 team. The Johnsons’ daughter, one-year-old Keller Rae, was very interested in the colorful balloons as she chomped on some popcorn. Nearly everyone in the gym wore black to the game as a special remembrance of Amanda, who died in June. Black was her favorite color. (Republican photos)

City budget year starts Oct. 1; council approves four-cent levy increase City realizes valuation growth of eight percent By Jan Schultz The Imperial Republican More property tax dollars and a higher levy are represented in the 2013-14 city of Imperial budget approved at the council’s Sept. 16 meeting. The property tax request to support the General Fund, Imperial Airport and bonds, will increase from $878,009 to $947,944, or 7.9 percent higher, than what supported the 201213 budget. The levy will go up to 81.58 cents (per $100 valuation), compared to 77.06 cents last year. The biggest chunk of the proper ty tax request, or $587,385, will support the General Fund. The 49.94 cent levy for the General Fund is just shy of the 50-cent cap cities are under, when including the additional five cents for interlocal agreements. As they were preparing the budget at work sessions, City Clerk/Administrator Jo Leyland said they discussed their auditors’ continued emphasis that the city’s cash reserve be higher. The auditors recommend that the city have enough in its reserves to operate for six months without property tax, Leyland said. The 2013-14 budget includes an additional $41,508.90 in cash reserves, and is now close to that six-month figure they recommend, she said. The additional dollars added in 2013-14 will bring the cash reserve total to $537,723. The city realized about

What your property tax dollars are paying for in 2013-14 city budget                                    In dollars

   Levy per $100 valuation

General Fund.................................... $587,385

49.94

Airport................................................ $44,500

3.90

Bonds.............................................. $316,059

27.74

  Totals........................................... $947,944

81.58

  2012-13 Totals.............................. $878,009

77.06

an eight percent increase in property valuations the past year, from $113,929,910 to $123,154,109, or eight percent. Fo u r p e rc e n t o f t h e $9,224,199 increase was due to new growth, not re-valuation, Leyland noted. That growth allowed the city to add an additional 1.86 percent beyond the 2.5 percent spending lid in which cities Imperial’s size fall under. The only major capital expenditure in the budget is a $1 million figure for a new fire hall. However, a bond issue will be proposed before the construction happens to provide funds for the building, she noted, but the dollar figure has to be shown in the budget The council approved the additional property tax request 4-0, as well as a resolution to increase the annual spending limit by an additional one percent as allowed after at least a three-fourths vote by the body.

City employee raises Later in the Sept. 16 meeting, the council approved a wage ordinance without much discussion that gives all city department heads and employees pay increases. Details on the employee

raises were hammered out in earlier budget work sessions. The department heads received between 1.6 and seven percent wage increases for 2013-14, as follows: City Clerk/Adm. Jo Leyland, from $70,000 to $72,100, three percent. Public Works Supt. Pat Davison, from $70,000 to $72,100, three percent. Comm. Dev. Director Jason Tuller, from $59,000 to $60,000, 1.6 percent. Police Chief Rob Browning, from $51,000 to $52,530, three percent. Bldg. Inspector/Zoning Officer Nick Schultz, $14,000 to $15,000, seven percent. Increases for all other employees in the various city departments and offices ranged between 2.8 and 16 percent (the latter involves one per-hour employee). Most increases ranged between the three and five percent level. Recommendations on those employee raises come from the department heads, but all salary/per-hour pay rates are given final approval by the council. The mayor and council receive no salaries for their positions.

A lawsuit filed in late 2012 to stop four Nebraska natural resource districts (NRDs) from using augmentation projects for compliance purposes was dismissed by U.S. District Judge Joseph Batallion Tuesday. The suit was brought by the Frenchman Cambridge Irrigation District (FCID), headquartered in Cambridge, and the Nebraska Bostwick Irrigation District (NBID), headquartered in Red Cloud. They were joined by three board members of FCID, Dale Cramer, Jay Schilling and Steve Henry. The plaintiffs have 30 days to appeal the decision to the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals. They could also file the suit in a lower Nebraska court. They asked for injunctive and declaratory relief to stop the augmentation projects. They claimed the projects interfere with stream flow and keep the districts from obtaining the water outlined in contracts with the U.S. government. The suit also named the Upper Republican Natural Resources District (URNRD), Gov. Dave Heineman, Department of Natural Resources Director Brian Dunnigan, N-COPRE, which includes four Nebraska NRDs, and five federal agencies and officials. In his order, Judge Batallion said the plaintiffs didn’t have standing to sue federal officials and agencies. He said the Eleventh Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects the federal government from suits, unless it waives its right to that protection. Lincoln Attorney Don Blan-

kenau defended the URNRD and N-COPRE in the proceedings. He said the plaintiffs could still appeal the decision or re-file in state court. However, he felt confident the outcome wouldn’t be any different since the issue of standing would still be in question. In addition, Batallion said the irrigation districts and board members failed to show conclusively if they had been damaged, and if so, how much that damage represented. Batallion left the door open for the plaintiffs to bring further action. While the federal agencies are entitled to immunity in the case, he noted “it appears that the NRD defendants are not arms of the state entitled to immunity, but rather are political subdivisions subject to suit.”

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David Domina of Omaha, the attorney for the plaintiffs, said late Tuesday he hadn’t visited with his clients yet on the ruling. As a result, he didn’t know what course of action they might take. He noted the two irrigation districts exist by virtue of federal reclamation laws. These laws also obligate the districts to pay the government for use of the water along with other operating costs. “Without water they cannot do so. Without water, they are out of business and their water users are unable to engage in farming with a reliable supply of life-giving water for their crops and livestock,” he said. He said the Federal Court decided against wading into

what it perceives as a need for Nebraska to address and resolve water policy issues that have not had comprehensive attention. Patchwork statutes and fragmentary solutions have caused the delays that now make policy decisions more difficult, and, for many people, much more urgent, he noted. He hopes one day soon, state elected officials “will see, address and discharge the responsibility to establish comprehensive water policy.”

Big news for N-CORPE Barring an appeal or the re-filing of the suit in the Nebraska court system, the dismissal represents good news for N-COPRE. The interlocal agency was formed to purchase 19,000 acres of irrigated land in Lincoln County. Irrigation will be retired, with groundwater being pumped to augment stream flows for compact compliance issues in both the Republican and Platte River Basins. Jasper Fanning, URNRD manager, is optimistic the dismissal will halt efforts to stop N-CORPE from developing and operating the augmentation project in Lincoln County. While N-CORPE obtained bond financing for the land purchase, the lawsuit has blocked efforts to sell bonds to cover infrastructure costs. If no further appeal or refiling of the suit occurs, Fanning said they should be able to sell bonds to cover the cost of infrastructure needed for the project. This would result in significant interest savings if they are able to do so, Fanning said.

Imperial group to explore more vigorous recycle, reuse program By Carolyn Lee The Imperial Republican Imperial has a reputation in Nebraska for being a leader in recycling. That reputation has resulted in a contact by WasteCap Nebraska for more action. City Clerk/Administrator Jo Leyland was contacted by the non-profit organization to consider the possibility of forming a group to study zero waste in the community. “Because we’re proactive in reducing waste, WasteCap is seeing if we can put together a group to study it,” she explained. WasteCap has a long-term goal to see communities reuse,

repair or recycle all waste, therefore becoming “zero waste.” Leyland said a group of interested persons has been contacted and will meet Sept. 30 at 12 noon at the city council chambers with representatives of WasteCap to “come up with ideas on how they view our recycling efforts and how to promote it.” Imperial needs to encourage people to recycle more, Leyland stated. In addition, she’d like to see ideas on how people can create a materials exchange, whereby someone who needs a certain item can find someone who has that item, therefore reusing that item.

WasteCap Nebraska is a statewide organization that provides education, training and services to help businesses and communities reach their full potential through practices that support economic, environmental and societal priorities. It serves as a resource for materials reduction, reuse and recycling in Nebraska. WasteCap Nebraska’s mission is to partner with business leaders to implement resource conservation strategies that improve profitability, community goodwill and employee pride. Leyland said interested persons may attend Monday’s meeting with WasteCap.

Good showing for hospital’s All Cancer Walk in Wauneta By Sheri Hink-Wagner The Wauneta Breeze The streets of Wauneta were a sea of bright tie-dyed tshirts Saturday morning when the annual All Cancer Walk sponsored by Chase County Community Hospital got underway. The 2013 event theme was childhood cancer, a timely theme as September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Before the walkers started out Saturday morning Pastor Kevin McGraw of the Hamlet Union Church gave a blessing. Participants also heard a talk by Vanessa Terryberry before they headed out. Terryberry spoke about dealing with cancer from the perspective of a parent of an infant who developed cancer. The event also featured a silent auction with over 70 items.

The parade of All Cancer Walk participants was a colorful sight on the streets of Wauneta Saturday. The event raises funds to assist local residents in the prevention of and in fighting cancer. (Wauneta Breeze photo) Walkers had the opportunity to have their faces painted and have photos taken at the “Fun Photo Booth” provided by Chelsea Zuege and the Wauneta-Palisade Bronco Cheerleaders.

When walkers returned to Wauneta’s American Legion building after the walk they heard a presentation by Cassie Carman, who shared about her Please see WALK, Page A4

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Effects of Colorado flooding felt in Nebraska By Mary Pierce Keith County News While the South Platte River was a virtual desert in many places in eastern Colorado and western Nebraska—at some places only a mere trickle of water appearing during the last several months—in the 24-hour period from 9 a.m. Sept. 18 until 9 a.m. Sept. 19, the river filled bank to bank at Ogallala. And, what had been, in places, a haven for four-wheeled vehicles and people taking long, meandering walks in the sandy soil, as well as shelter for an abundance of wildlife, became home to a raging river. After record rainfall two weeks ago along the Front Range in Colorado, the South Platte River filled, rushing downstream. The floodwater arrived at Julesburg, Colo., during the evening hours Sept. 17-18, causing the river to rise to 10.6 feet, above flood stage at the northeastern town. The water rushed into Nebraska, causing the river to leave its banks in portions of Deuel County near Big Springs and Keith County near Brule, Roscoe and Paxton. During the overnight hours from Sept. 18 to Sept. 19, the water arrived at Ogallala. According to National Weather Service at North Platte Meteorologist Jessica Brooks, there is not a gauge at Ogallala so the exact depth of the river at the crest of flooding is not known. The gauge nearest to Ogallala is at Roscoe, where at 12:15 a.m. Friday the river crested at 12.2 feet. “It’s going to stay high through the end of the month,” Brooks said. The water surge hit North Platte Saturday with little flooding. Keith County Emergency Manager Pete Peterson said throughout the county flood damage was “minor.” Keith County Emergency Director Randy Fair said as far as evacuations, two Ogallala residents who live near the river voluntarily evacuated their home, as did one resident who lives southeast of Brule. The flood did cause several road closures. At Big Springs, Brule and Roscoe, the roads between the towns and to Interstate 80 were briefly closed. Nebraska Department of Roads District Six Engineer Gary Thayer said although the bridges were closed at Big Springs, Brule and Roscoe because of water across the surfaces, no structural damage to any state road or bridge had occurred due to flooding. “Things are looking pretty good,” Thayer said late Friday. Thayer said this week a bridge inspection team would inspect every structure along the flood course. Floodwater at Big Springs briefly forced the closure of two major truck stops at the I-80 interchange. The floodwater had even pooled in the grassy areas of the center median of the interstate. At Brule last Thursday, the riverbank broke through west of Brule and compromised the

City to help you clean up your yard By Carolyn Lee The Imperial Republican

The South Platte River was up to its banks at the Ogallala interchange on Sept. 18-19. (Photo courtesy of Keith County News) Farmer’s Cooperative Association facility, even toppling a couple of empty fuel tanks. Fair said the convenience store in the southwest quadrant of the Brule Interchange also voluntarily closed for a brief time. By Friday, the river at the Nebraska Department of Roads’ bridge at Brule had dropped one foot since the high point on Thursday. At Ogallala Friday, city officials in a press release stated that the South Platte River had receded approximately five to six inches from its high mark Thursday. Officials said the water would continue to run high this week. At Roscoe, the South Platte River crested shortly after midnight Friday. All residents living along the river at Roscoe had been evacuated and the road between I-80 and Roscoe was shut down. An excavator was brought in to remove debris from the river bridge. At Paxton, Fair said personnel had put forth serious effort to protect the infrastructure, including its main water well located on the north side of I-80, residences and businesses that could potentially be affected. Mark Davis, Union Pacific Railroad director of corporate relations, said there were no problems in Deuel and Keith Counties associated with the flooding. Nebraska Public Power District reopened its offices Monday after moving it last week to City Hall. Nebraska Public Power District Media Relations Specialist Mark Becker said, at Ogallala, water was about a foot deep in the yard but never made it to the berm the employees had placed around the office. “We have seen no outages or loss of substations or lines at this time,” Becker said Friday. Last week, NPPD announced it would divert water from the river into the Korty Canal, which it did Thursday. Becker said, at the same time, NPPD was operating the North Platte hydro, a move to

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drop the water levels at Lake Maloney. That move allowed the diverted water in the canal system to come into the lake and be stored, and then release after the bulk of the flooding has receded. While the crest of the water has passed through the county, Fair reminded residents to avoid the riverbanks and not go beyond posted borders. Not only is the water filled with contaminants, the depth and debris make it dangerous. On Sept. 18, just after the floodwater crossed the Colorado-Nebraska line, Game and Parks officers had to rescue a man from the South Platte River. Joseph Schneiderwind, 48, of Conifer, Colo., and his brother, Mike Schneiderwind, 54, of Castle Rock, Colo., had capsized a canoe on the river. While Mike Schneiderwind made it to shore, his brother was clinging to a tree when rescued. The Nebraska Emergency Management Agency continues to urge those who participate in outdoor recreation activities to stay away from standing or moving floodwater in western and central Nebraska. “Anyone who enters swiftly flowing water risks drowning, regardless of his or her ability to swim,” Earl Imler, NEMA response and recovery manager, said. Doug Hallum, a survey hydrogeologist with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Research and Extension Center at North Platte, said although the water flowing from Colorado in the South Platte River is brown in color and filled with containments, the ground water that percolates in the river actually acts as a filter. The river moves the contaminants downstream. “That chocolaty color is mostly sediment,” Hallum said. He said the volatile contaminants, such as gas and oil, become oxygenated and basically evaporate into the air. Hallum said the danger of flood water is that it collects all it touches. “If it intersects with ag fields it gets a lot of those sediments, crops and fertilizer. If it floods through a feedlot, it gets a lot of feedlot materials. It really depends on what impacts the flood water,” he said. Hallum said that is why it is recommended humans not come in contact with the river water. He said a river’s purpose is

Former residents aid in flood prevention preparations By Carolyn Lee The Imperial Republican Two former Imperial residents, now of North Platte, helped build barricades against South Platte floodwaters in Hershey last week. Tom Hain, former Imperial Grade School principal and now retired, helped fill and tie sandbags at the Hershey school, where he also served as principal. Volunteers also built a berm around the school and built a canal that water then traveled into. “Tom said the berm saved the school,” wife Marilyn stated. Inside the school, volunteers had moved everything at least two feet off the floor. “The town came together. It was unreal,” Marilyn noted. Mike Weatherly was also busy in Hershey last week, helping his employer, farmer Mick Margritz, build up an area along a road near a co-worker’s house about 200 yards from the South Platte. They also moved the man’s furniture out of his house. Lenore Weatherly said volunteers built what was basically a wall of dirt around the entire town of Hershey. In North Platte, the main damage caused by flooding in the South Platte was at Iron Eagle Golf Course, which runs along the Platte. In addition, floodwaters coming up out of storm sewers began flooding six locations in town Sunday. Volunteers from Sutherland and Hershey drove in with sandbags to help contain the flooding in North Platte. By Monday water in the river had dropped more than six inches in Hershey and Sutherland. The South Platte crested at 14.36 feet at North Platte Sept. 20, a new record. It crested at 12.20 feet at Roscoe on that day, also a new record. At Brady on Sept. 20, the Platte River crested at 10.73 feet, a new record. National Weather Service officials said waters were expected to stay above flood stage until Wednesday. to move water from one area to another. While the contaminated water will move through an area, the banks can be contaminated for some time. As for the wildlife that rely on the river for a water source, Hallum said the animals will exist on the margins of the river. “They’ll manage to get along OK. We’ll lose some. It’s not a safe place to live at the moment,” he said, cautioning people to leave sick animals alone.

The river, though, will recover, he said. “The process of flooding is a natural process,” he said. “In terms of the river, flooding is something that’s very normal. We as people don’t think of it as normal.” Hallum, who traveled the flood route last Friday, said he observed the various stages in communities along the way, and witnessed a common scene. “Flooding seems to be a spectator sport in Nebraska,” he said.

Have you been putting off cleaning out your garage before winter? Did you uncover things in your yard when you chopped down foilage this fall? The city of Imperial will take your unwanted residential items free of charge during the Take Pride in Imperial project. On Saturday, Oct. 5 and 12, any household trash may be taken to the city’s transfer station between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the south edge of the city limits off Ave. 331. City Clerk/Administrator Jo Leyland describes household trash as “anything you have at your house,” such as appliances, tires, batteries, paint, or garage clutter. This does not include lawn waste. There are separate tree and grass piles at the site. The city will then transport the items to the J Bar J landfill near Ogallala. The free service is for Imperial residents only. The county plans a similar event later for landowners outside the city limits.

Road work north of Imperial to be completed this week By Carolyn Lee The Imperial Republican The “bump” signs on Highway 61 about four miles north of Imperial will be gone by now, if all goes well. As of Monday, Kurt Vosberg of the Nebraska Department of Roads (DOR) office in McCook said his department had been waiting for a paving project to be completed north of Benkelman before the milled sections of the road north of Imperial could be filled with hot mix asphalt. In the meantime, vehicles hit “bump” areas at the ends of two milled sections of Highway 61. “I don’t have a permanent asphalt plant in my district,” he explained, so he has to wait for a plant to be opened by a company in the area for a large project before the DOR can repair small hot mix projects. Vosberg said the areas in question should have been filled by Tuesday or Wednesday, when the Benkelman project was to be finished. The DOR will then paint the stripes on the highway and the project will be completed. The highway originally was to have been “milled and filled” by Aug. 7. It began in mid-July.

Briefs See-saw temperatures mark start of autumn Back-to-back high readings at 93 and 67 degrees last week marked the contrasts of the fall season. Sunday’s first day of fall saw a high of 87, but the next day, the mercury rose only to 71 degrees. There was a little moisture recorded last week, but it measured just .05 of an inch. Daily high and low temperatures: Sept. 18—93 and 58 with .04 inch moisture; Sept. 19—67 and 40; Sept. 20—78 and 40; Sept. 21—85 and 50; Sept. 22—87 and 60; Sept. 23—71 and 44 with .01 inch moisture; Sept. 24—78 and 45.

Homecoming royalty will be crowned at Friday’s halftime Candidates for Homecoming king and queen at Chase County Schools were announced early this week, and the royalty will be crowned at Friday’s halftime of the Longhorn/Cozad football game, which has an earlier start time at 6:30 p.m. Candidates, who were chosen on a vote last week by all grade 9-12 students, are seniors, from left, Ally Vrbas, Khris Kuhlmann, Kristen Jussel, Justus Wallin, Anna Bauerle and Korey Krutsinger. Formal crowning at the Homecoming dance later Friday evening will take place at 9:30 p.m. at the school, followed by the dance until 12 midnight. Other activities all week at CCS include daily dress-up events which included couples/twin day on Monday, 80’s day Tuesday, camouflage day Wednesday, character day Thursday and crazy orange/black day or jersey day on Friday. Homecoming activities are coordinated by the Student Council and CCS cheerleaders. (Republican photo)

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Colorado flood waters being diverted for aquifer recharge By Russ Pankonin The Imperial Republican

This owl quilt created by Kendall Prior will be among 30 displayed in Lincoln at the Robert Hillestad Textile Gallery in a “Celebration of Youth” exhibit throughout the coming month. It earned a purple at the State Fair. (Courtesy photo)

Hayley Vitosh’s photo was chosen for a special 4-H youth exhibit after its display at the State Fair. (Republican file photo)

County 4-Hers earn ribbons, special honors at State Fair Thirty—six Chase County 4—H members participated in the 2013 Nebraska State Fair held recently in Grand Island, reports Extension staff members Kimberly Cook, Nancy Frecks and Robert Tigner. In addition to their 120 placings, several youth received special honors during the State Fair. Chase County won first place in the Goat Herdsmanship Contest for small groups. Lauren Prior finished as Reserve Champion in Intermediate Goat Showmanship. Hayley Vitosh’s photo of a bee on a sunflower was chosen to be part of a special display for the UNL Extension and CASNR Dean’s offices. Kendall Prior’s Owl Quilt was selected to be included in the Robert Hillestad Textile Gallery and her quilt will be one of 30 displayed in the Celebration of Youth Exhibition in the Robert Hillestad Gallery in Lincoln Sept. 30 through Oct. 26. It was also selected for the Outstanding Quilt Award in Class 50—52 Level I. Receiving Rainbow Ribbon Special Recognitions were Andrea Hogsett for her pencil drawing, Dustin Holmes for his dried fruit and angel food cake, Brooklyn Christensen for her specialty bread, Hayley Vitosh for her “Best Buy for Your Buck” notebook, Morayah Cupp for her acorn squash, Elizabeth Tomky for her wood science patio cooler and Cody Holmes for his russet potatoes. The State Public Speaking Contest was held during the State Fair. The top four regional winners in the speech and PSA divisions were chosen to participate in the state contest. Hayley Vitosh and Amanda Grassia were the in the top four of the West Central Region and both received blue ribbons at the State Contest. Here are all of the Chase County State Fair results:

Presently, there is no way to deliver flood waters directly into the Republican Basin, Bradley noted. In addition to aiding aquifer recharge, diversion of the flood waters also helps mitigate some of the effects of the flooding. Flows on the South Platte River measured at the Colorado state line peaked at 21,000 cubic feet per second (cfs) on Sept. 18. While flows are slowly receding, they are expected to remain elevated for several weeks. The diversions will continue as long as these excess flows are available in order to maximize the aquifer recharge benefits. This effort is similar to the diversion of flood waters carried out along the Platte River in 2011 by DNR, local natural resources districts and irrigation districts, which also provided significant flood mitigation and aquifer recharge benefits.

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Lauren Prior, center, is pictured with other top winners in goat showmanship at the State Fair, where the Chase County 4-Her took reserve honors in the intermediate division. (Courtesy photo)

Amanda Grassia—Red—Activity Bag, Purple—Dinner Rolls, Red—Beets, Red—Jalapeno Peppers. Andrea Hogsett—Purple—Original Pencil or Chalk Drawing, Blue—

Original Ink Drawing, Red—Original Oil Painting. Ashley Bubak—Purple—Illustrated Presentation, Purple—Gilts, Purple— Swine Carcass. Ashley Grassia—Red—Poster Scrapbook made with Child, Blue—Jalapeno Peppers, Red—Other Vegetable. Bo O’Neil—Blue—Rocket—Skill Level 2. Brady Gittlein—Purple—Intermediate Beef Showmanship, Blue—Simmental Yearlings March/April. Brice Vitosh—Red—Bird Display, Blue—Wildlife Diorama. Brooklyn Christensen—Blue—Embellished Garment w/Orig Design, Blue—Make One Buy One, Purple— Model Purchased Outfit, Purple— Specialty Bread. Carissa Hill—White—Original Pencil or Chalk Drawing. Cindy German—Blue—Skirted Outfit, Red—Knitting 2. Cody Holmes—Purple—Russet Potatoes. Colby Hoskovec—Blue—Wildlife Connections. Cydney Spady—Purple—Dress, Red— Biscuits. Derek Schilke—Blue—Original Pencil or Chalk Drawing, Purple—Original Oil Painting, Purple—Corn, Blue— Soybeans, Purple—Wheat, Purple— Other Crops. Dustin Holmes—Purple—Embellished Garment w/Orig Design, Participation—Community Service, Purple—Dried Fruit, Purple—Dried Vegetables, Purple—Foam Cake, Purple—Special Garden Project, Blue—Rocket —Skill Level 2. Elizabeth Tomky—Blue—Woodworking Article (Nailing it Together). Hayley Vitosh—Blue—Premier Presenter Contest, Purple—Lighting Display or Exhibit Print, Red—Action

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Colorado flood waters flowing down the South Platte River will get put to some bene­ ficial use in Nebraska. The Nebraska Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reached agreements with a number of surface water irrigation districts to fill their canals and store water in their reservoirs. Jesse Bradley, head of DNR’s Integrated Water Management Division, said the flood waters will help recharge underground aquifers below the irrigation canals. He said DNR attained agreements from six irrigation districts from the Nebraska/ Colorado state line to central Nebraska to divert flood waters from the South Platte and Platte into their canals. Some of the districts have their own reservoirs which will also be used to store some water for the time being.

Bradley said the unlined canals of the districts will allow for water to percolate down, which will help recharge the aquifer below. He said most all of the irrigation district lay south of the South Platte or the Platte. The South Platte and North Platte join east of North Platte in Lincoln County. The Central Nebraska Public Power and Irrigation District’s canal system in central Nebraska is the largest system taking water. Bradley said the Republican River Basin will also benefit from the diversion to the system. Seepage from that system feeds a large underground mound of water underneath the Platte and Republican River Basins. Use of the water that comes into the Republican Basin from the mound does not count against Nebraska in terms of compliance issues with Kansas.

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Von Johnson of Cambridge was re-elected chairman of the Nebraska Wheat Board (NWB) during a recent NWB meeting. Rick Larson of Potter was reelected vice chairman. Johnson is in his second term on the NWB Board of directors and has served since 2005. A representative of District 5, Johnson and his wife Becky live and farm in Furnas County. They farm certified wheat and soybeans, as well as corn and alfalfa. Johnson also serves on the Food Aid Committee for US Wheat Associates and is a member of the Nebraska Wheat Growers Association.

Larson began serving on the NWB Board of Directors in 2003. He represents District 2 and farms in Banner and Kimball Counties. Larson and his wife Diane farm irrigated and dryland wheat, corn, edible beans and alfalfa. Larson also serves on the Hard White Wheat Committee for US Wheat Associates and is a member of the Nebraska Wheat Growers Association. “I appreciate the support my fellow board members have shown by re-electing me to this position,” said Johnson. “I look forward to continuing to work with them to advance

our state’s wheat industry. M e m b e r s o f t h e b o a rd of directors are appointed by the gover nor to serve five-year terms. The chairman and vice chairman are elected by the board and traditionally serve two years in that position. The Nebraska Wheat Board administers the check-off of 0.4% of net value of wheat marketed in Nebraska at the point of first sale. The board invests the funds in programs of international and domestic market development and improvement, policy development, research, promotion, and education.

Fall is best time to control musk thistle Musk thistle is a major threat to pasture and rangeland. A severe infestation of noxious weeds can be a sign of poor management. Overgrazing, poor fertility or the wrong grass species can leave pasture and rangeland vulnerable to invasive weeds. In Nebraska, musk thistle is a biennial noxious weed of great concern, said Co. Weed Supt. Randy Bartlett. A single musk thistle plant can produce 20,000 seeds. Since musk thistle only reproduces by seeds, it is important to keep the thistles from going to seed. Chopping or spot mowing can control small infestations of musk thistle, but larger infestations can be handled more efficiently with

herbicides. Some advantages of fall treatment include: • Effective fall control normally eliminates the need for spring treatment. • Non-target vegetation is dormant. • Land managers may have a little more time to spray in the fall than in the spring,

when they’re busy planting crops. Best results come from treatment during the weed’s rosette stage. Bolted thistles are harder and more expensive to control. For help with identification or recommendations for control, call Bartlett at 308-883-0062 or 308-882-7520.

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A recipe for life CAROLYN LEE

Fiesta Beef Tortilla Salad

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Salads you can sink your teeth into I’m not yet ready to start cooking totally hot meals. The temperature is still climbing into the 80s, even though the nights are cold. Looking though my recipes, I found three that are salads with meat. So, I’m kind of sliding into cooler weather/ warmer meals. The Fiesta Beef Tortilla Salad is fun. Be sure to firmly press the tortillas into the bowls, but don’t tear them. After they come out of the oven, they’ll harden. The Grilled Chicken Salad is excellent! Serve these on buns or rolls. The Chinese Take-Out recipe is also excellent! I used chicken, but I think that using shrimp would also be very good. Happy fall!

Serves 4. 1 lb. flank steak, trimmed and thinly sliced 4 (10-inch) flour tortillas 2 t. chili powder 1 c. shredded iceberg lettuce 1 med. tomato, seeded and diced (about 1 cup) 1/4 c. shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese For the marinade: 1 small yellow onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup) 1/2 c. salsa 1/4 c. fresh lime juice 1 t. hot red pepper sauce To prepare marinade, in a shallow glass dish, combine onion, salsa, lime juice and red pepper sauce. Mix well. Reserve 1/4 cup of marinade. Add steak to marinade in dish; turn to coat. Cover dish with plastic wrap and

refrigerate for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 375ºF. Spray four 10-oz. custard cups with vegetable cooking spray. Spray both sides of tortillas with cooking spray. Sprinkle chili powder evenly over both sides of each tortilla. Place a tortilla into each prepared custard cup, folding edges up. Bake until tortillas are crisp, about 10 minutes. Cool completely. Meanwhile, spray a large nonstick skillet with vegetable cooking spray. Heat skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak and reserved marinade. Cook, stirring, until steak is cooked through, about 5 minutes. Divide lettuce evenly among tortilla baskets. Top with steak mixture, tomato and cheese.

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Grilled Chicken Salad Chicken: 2 T. olive oil 1 T. balsamic vinegar 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/4 t. salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 t. onion powder 1 t. Italian seasoning 1 1/2 lbs. chicken tenders Salad: 1 c. diced celery 1/4 c. diced red onion 1/2 c. dried cherries 1/2 c. light mayonnaise 1 T. Creole mustard, such as Zatarain’s 1 T. chopped chives 1/4 t. salt

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Freshly ground black pepper To prepare chicken, combine all ingredients, except chicken, in a large bowl. Stir well. Add chicken and stir to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour to overnight. Prepare grill. Remove chicken from marinade. Discard marinade. Cook chicken over direct heat about 3 minutes on each side, until thoroughly cooked. To prepare salad, combine all ingredients. Add cooked chicken. Toss well. Serve on buns or rolls. Makes about 5 cups.

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experiences as a child who had cancer and the challenges presented her and her family. A total of 174 walkers participated in the event. The silent auction raised $2,697 this year. An additional $2,600 was donated ahead of the walk, said Randy Vlasin, executive director of the hospital foundation. Organizers said the funds raised from the All Cancer Walk will benefit residents of Chase County and the surrounding area who are fighting cancer or taking preventative steps related to cancer. Vlasin said an individual can apply for up to $250 annually to pay for medical treatments, preventative or diagnostic tests such as mammograms, blood tests related to cancer detection, etc. The funds can also be used to pay for meals, lodging and travel

Chinese Take-Out 6 servings. Dressing: 1/4 c. cider vinegar 1/4 c. salad oil 2 T. sugar 1 t. salt 1/4 t. pepper Seasonings from noodle package (chicken) Salad: 1 head lettuce 1 (4.5 oz.) can shrimp or 1

c. cooked, cubed chicken or 1/2 lb. bacon, cooked and crumbled 1 (11-oz.) can mandarin oranges, drained 1 pkg. Ramen noodles, broken 2 T. margarine or butter 2 T. sesame seeds Mix salad dressing ingredients in order given. Shake well and set aside. Break apart lettuce and put in salad bowl.

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Add shrimp, chicken or cooked bacon pieces and oranges. Set aside. Melt margarine. Over medium-low heat, add broken pieces of noodles. Stir until lightly tan. Add sesame seeds. Continue to saute until all are medium to dark brown. When ready to serve, add noodles to lettuce. Toss with dressing and serve.

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Henry J. and Darlene Stumpf, and his wife’s late husband, Sam Peterson. “The Stumpf family devoted their lives to acquiring and improving their land through the use of good farm management practices,” Green said. “Their desire to honor the hard work and sacrifices of their family members by using the proper-

ty for the benefit of the citizens of Nebraska and United States is commendable.” The gift also provides support to the University of Nebraska’s current fundraising initiative, the Campaign for Nebraska: Unlimited Possibilities, and a top priority to increase support for agriculture and life sciences programs.

Get out, plant tree this fall Fall is a good time of year for a lot of reasons. The kids are back in school, the summer heat is waning, leaves are changing colors, crops are being harvested, football is on the tube and candy corn becomes one of the food groups. Fall is also a great time of year to plant trees. In fact, it’s a favorite time of year for many tree planters. That’s not to say that fall is better than spring, but it definitely has its advantages. One of the best reasons for fall planting is that the stress on both a newly planted tree and the person planting it are greatly reduced since neither will be a slave to water. Two primary factors are at play here. First, trees are heading toward dormancy or significantly slowing their metabolism in the fall, which greatly reduces their water needs for the next several months. Second, although a fallplanted tree may be going dormant, its root system is still actively growing and can even grow well into winter if the soil temperature stays warm enough. This allows the roots to become better integrated into the native soil over the cold months, thus reducing its supplemental watering needs the following spring and summer. Trees planted in the spring or summer, on the other hand,

are actively growing and moving lots of water throughout their canopies. Because their new roots have not yet grown out into the native soil, they can dry out quickly, necessitating fairly frequent watering. This is especially true for trees grown in containers. Just a few days of neglect can result in a dead tree when the weather turns hot and dry. Another important benefit of fall planting is that root systems can be more readily examined for potential defects. Kinked, circling and stem-girdling roots are quite common with some nursery stock—defects which should be corrected at planting time if at all possible. In the cooler air of fall, a root system can be completely exposed for examination with less fear of desiccation and transplant shock. Finding the top of the root system also better ensures that the tree will be planted at the proper depth. Planting too deep is still a significant problem for many new trees. One caveat to fall planting concerns evergreens. Whereas deciduous trees can be planted when it is quite cold, even well into winter as long as the ground is workable, evergreens tend to do better when planted in late summer or early fall, when there is still some growing season left to aid their establishment.

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researchers, faculty and students the opportunity to make new discoveries on his land. A Nebraska native, Stumpf worked for the U.S. Postal Ser- Marvin Stumpf vice in Denver and received a degree from Metropolitan State University in Denver. He returned to Nebraska to help his parents, Henry J. and Darlene Stumpf, with the family farm. Through hard work and determination, the family built the farm into a successful enterprise in Perkins County, where Stumpf continues to live and work. The family’s use of dryland cropping techniques, combined with organic farming experience, are the tangible results of their willingness to experiment with new ideas while using the land to its fullest potential. In making this gift to the university, Stumpf said he wishes to honor the legacy of his family, including his late wife, Pearl Stumpf, his grandparents, Henry J. and Margaret Stumpf, his parents

A generous gift of more than $3 million provides the University of Nebraska with potential to take wheat breeding and cropping systems research to a new level of innovation not seen since the early days of plant genetics. Marvin H. Stumpf III of Grant, has made the gift to the University of Nebraska Foundation to establish the Stumpf Family Research and Development Fund to support agricultural research and university extension services. The contribution includes a $1 million outright gift and donation of 640 acres of land in Perkins County, with an appraised market value of more than $2 million. “This gift is about honoring my family and our Nebraska heritage,” Marvin Stumpf said. “This state has meant so much to generations of my family, and it’s a privilege to give back in a way that will further agricultural research and service well into the future.” Ronnie Green, University of Nebraska vice president and Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources vice chancellor, said Stumpf ’s rich and active legacy will live on through these gifts, providing

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associated with cancer treatments. This event has provided financial assistance to over 70 individuals the last three years. T he vast majority of those are residents of Chase County. Vlasin explained that some noncounty residents who receive medical services at Chase County Community Hospital have received help from the event, but typically Cassie Carman spoke about her experiences batthose helped tling childhood cancer after the walk. (Wauneta are from a borBreeze photo) dering county. Final net profits from Satur- as bills are still being paid, day’s event are not yet known Vlasin said.

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Speaking of faith

Walking in Christ is true freedom By Rev. David Kahle Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church

Mercy Meals of Southwest Nebraska celebrated its first anniversary earlier this month. The organization enables volunteers to package nutritious meals for hungry people around the world. (Wauneta Breeze photo)

Mercy Meals of Southwest Nebraska celebrates a rewarding first year By Christi Christner The Wauneta Breeze Each year about five million children die from starvation throughout the world. These drastic numbers don’t even include the adults. The number has gone down within the last couple of years, but not without the help of several organizations. One of these organizations is Mercy Meals of Southwest Nebraska. This organization is one of many that packages all of the essential amino acids needed for people to remain healthy. Mercy Meals located in Wauneta is celebrating its first anniversary. There are carbohydrates, protein, vitamins and minerals, soy, dehydrated vegetables and chicken flavored vitamin and mineral powder in the packaged meals. Each meal costs approximately 10 cents and has six meals in one package. Pastor Greg Stuckwisch, previous pastor at Redeemer Lutheran Church, was one of the first people to think about starting a Mercy Meals facility in Wauneta. He took a group of people interested in helping from Redeemer Lutheran, St. Paul Lutheran and Zion Lutheran Churches to the Mercy Meals site in Norfolk, Neb. While there they toured the facilities and came back with an idea of what they would need to do to start a Mercy Meals house in Wauneta. After coming back, the group needed a place to package the food that wasn’t located

five hours away. They didn’t have to look far to find a building that would suffice for packaging and storing the food. Volunteers started remodeling Pastor Stuckwisch’s father’s house right away. Some of the walls had to be knocked down to make room for the two packaging lines and the floors and sinks were redone. The building was dedicated Sept. 16, 2012. Volunteers from all over southwest Nebraska, Colorado and other countries have flocked in to help package meals. Within a year, the small building located on Tecumseh Avenue has packaged 231,858 meals. The goal of the year was to package a total of 250,000 meals. For the upcoming year, Mercy Meals of Southwest Nebraska has set a goal to package 500,000 meals. Mercy Meals of Southwest

Nebraska has not only helped feed the starving but has also brought a community of people together. There have been many teenagers who have volunteered time whether their class went during the school day or a youth group or church group went to help out. Many adults and even retired people in Wauneta have helped out in a huge way. After leaving a session that lasted two hours or so volunteers leave with new memories and a feeling of accomplishment, Mercy Meal leaders said. Those who would like to volunteer their time to help this cause can go to www.mer cymealsofsouthwestnebraska. org to find contact information or call Pastor Keith Wellman at (308) 394-5562 or Annette Long at (308) 883-2052. Those who would like to donate can mail donations to Mercy Meals of Southwest Nebraska at P.O. Box 474 Wauneta, NE 69045.

New arrivals Josh and Sara Mathews of Omaha, a boy, Ryker William, born Sept. 17, 2013. He weighed 7 lbs. 5 ozs. and was 20 1/2 inches long. Grandparents are Diane Mathews and Tod Mathews, both of Imperial. Great grandparents are Joan and Boyd Mathews of Imperial and Eleanor and Jerome Muths of Palisade. Alejandra Perez Ruiz and Cesar Arturo Torres Munoz of Imperial, a boy, Dylan Arturo Torres Perez, born Sept.

1 7 , 2 0 1 3 , at Chase County Community Hospital. He weighed 6 lbs. 8 ozs. and was 19 1/4 inches long. G r a n d p a rents are Moncerrate Perez Dylan Perez and Maria Monica Ruiz of Mexico. Great grandparents are Nicanor Torres and Maria Elena Munoz of Mexico.

“Therefore, as you have received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him” (Colossians 2:6), Walking like Christ can be a difficult thing. To walk as Christ is to do the things that Jesus did. That means live a perfect life without blame. Of course we can’t do that. John says in his first letter, “If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.” (v. 8) Should we then get rid of our “WWJD” (What Would Jesus Do) bracelets because they are an impossibility? No, you should actually get rid of them because they turn Jesus into something He is not. Jesus is not the great law giver. He did not come to tell us all the wrong we do/did and to show us how to live right. We knew how to live right before He came. The code of ethics that forms our conscience is written on our hearts by God (Jeremiah 31:33; Deuteronomy 6:6;

Psalm 37:313) and then emphasiz ed on the tablets of stone (Exodus 32:15). If Jesus is here to show us how to live right, He is nothing more than divine re- Pastor David Kahle dundancy. So what did Christ come to do? What you could not. He came to live perfectly holy, die for the sins of all people and rise again from the grave. What would Jesus do? What man cannot do for himself. This means your bracelet phrase should be LMTYWJDFAP (Let Me Tell You What Jesus Did For All People). That might be a slogan for a neckband or belt, but won’t fit well on a bacelet. This phrase however asks no questions, only states what has been accomplished that you will have everlasting life. This means that what you do now, if it is good, is what Christ is doing in you. “It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the

Buddy Night at AWANA AWANA clubbers brought their buddies to the Imperial Berean Church on Wednesday night, Sept. 22. Their friends enjoyed playing kick ball outside on a beautiful evening. The Sparks heard the story of Adam and Eve’s sin. The good listener was Trevin Moreno. Sparks leader, Tina Purdy, told the story from the Bible. Sparks receiving awards were Hayley Markee, Jaret Peterson, Sammie Schrotberger, Mason Wallin, Lena Murillo, Cameron Johnson and Myla Brown. Guests of the Sparks were

Glimpses of the past Ten years ago September 18, 2003 County tax request increases 2.59%. It’s a go—Mid-Plains to establish an extended campus in Imperial. Temperatures are taking a cooler direction now. Three arrested on marijuana harvesting and distribution charges in Chase County. Physical education students spend class time at the city pool. Car fire last week calls out firemen. High school budget approved with higher property tax dollars; general fund budget tops $2.7 million for 2003-04.

Carson Terryberry, Chalissa Bigham, Caleb Richman, Zane Mays, Cameron Johnson, Myles Hanes and Max Schilke. AWANA meets at the Imperial Berean Church on Wednesday nights from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Children ages four years through sixth grade are invited.

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Churches CHAMPION COMMUNITY CHURCH, Champion Vincent Marvin, S.S. Supt., Kent Swink, Asst.   First Sunday of every month: Fellowship Dinner, 11 a.m. Sunday—8:45 a.m. Sunday School; 9:30 a.m. Worship Service. CHRISTIAN FAITH OUTREACH, E. Hwy. 6, Imperial Pastors JR and Charlesa Kline 840 E. Hwy. 6, Imperial, NE 69033   Church Phone: 882-4795  Pastor’s Phone: 882-4029 Sunday—9:30 a.m. Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Main Service; Mother’s Room and Play Room available. Second and Fourth Sundays—Children’s Church during Main Service. THE CHURCH OF CHRIST, 1244 Broadway, Imperial Roger J. Parker, Max, Nebraska, 423-2223 Sunday—10 a.m. Worship; Communion Service. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE, Wauneta, Nebraska Sunday—9:30 a.m. Sunday School. For information or transportation, call 394-5536. CROSSROADS WESLEYAN CHURCH, 1710 Wesley Drive Rev. Todd Burpo  Rev. Phil Harris, Executive Pastor Jonathon Frazier, Youth Pastor Phone 882-5010   www.crossroadswesleyan.org Sunday—9 a.m. Children’s Service with youth and adult classes; 10:45 a.m. Family Service for all ages. Nursery provided. Transportation available by bus by calling 882-5626. Tuesday—Clothing Closet, 9-11:30 a.m. Wednesday night—Pre-school-4th grade 6:30-7:30, snack provided; Jr. High 5th-7th grade 6:30-7:30; Senior High 8th-12th grade 7:15-8:15. Meals for youth provided from 6-7 p.m. Second Saturday—Clothing Closet, 9-11:30 a.m. ENDERS CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, Enders, Nebraska Moderator: Dallas Wine Sunday—9:45 a.m. Sunday School; 10:45 a.m. Morning Worship. FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 420 Holland Street, Imperial Rev. Valera Heydenberk, 308-240-9828 (cell) Ch. Office Ph. 882-5127; Parsonage 308-240-1360 Thursday—11:15 a.m. Team Barb Bible Study; 6:30 pm. BS Pack 199 meet. Sunday—8 a.m. Fellowship; 8:30 a.m. Adult Confirmation Class; 9:30 a.m. Worship/ Gospel Band and Kids sing; 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages; 12 noon 5th Sunday potluck; 4-5 p.m. Holy Spirit School; 7:30 p.m. AA and Al-Anon. Monday—7 a.m. Early Bird’s; 10 a.m. Manor Service. Tuesday—1:30 p.m. UMW. Wednesday—6:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 8:30 a.m. Team Bible/Meeting; 3:30 p.m. Kidzone; 5-7 p.m. Mission Alive Supper; 6 p.m. Choir Rehearsal; 6-7 p.m. Holy Spirit School; 6:30-7:30 pm. Jr. High Youth; 7-8 p.m. UMYF meets; 7 p.m. Bell Rehearsal; 7:30 p.m. AA and Al-Anon. EBENEZER HISPANIC CHURCH, Imperial (a United Methodist Mission Church) Andrea Palacios, Minister, 308-746-6117 facebook/Ebenezer Imperial 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month at 12 noon (meet at First United Methodist Church, Imperial) IMMANUEL MISSIONARY CHURCH, 114 S. Otoe St., Wauneta, Rev. Gary Hunt, Pastor 394-5672 Sunday—9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages; 10:30 a.m. Worship Service; 2 p.m. First Sunday of each month, Singspiration (no evening service that day); 6 p.m. Evening Service. Wednesday—6:30 p.m. Prayer Service. IMPERIAL BAPTIST MISSION Pastor Gregg Meyer Meeting at 5 p.m. on Sundays. Call 308-882-4196 for details. Preaching and teaching God’s Word.

IMPERIAL BEREAN CHURCH Matt Maxwell, Pastor 16th and Broadway, Imperial   Church Phone: 882-4903 Office hours: Tuesday-Friday 8-noon www.imperialberean.org Sunday—9:30 a.m. Sunday School Hour; 10:45 a.m. Morning Worship Service. Carry in dinner the first Sunday of each month. Wednesday—6:30 p.m. Awanas.

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IMPERIAL BIBLE CHURCH, 800 W. 11th St., Imperial, Neb. Pastor Allen Prodoehl Sunday—9:30 a.m. Sunday School Classes for everyone from two years of age through adult. Nursery provided; 10:40 a.m. Worship Service. Nursery provided; Fellowship dinner following the morning service the third Sunday of each month. Wednesday—7 p.m. Jr. and Sr. High Youth Group; Numerous Bible studies during the week (for men, women, adults, youth)—contact the church for details.

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ZION EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH (Mo. Synod) 1305 Broadway, Imperial   Pastor David Kahle Sunday, Sept. 29—8:30 a.m. Bible Class; 8:30 a.m. Sunday School; 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship Service with Communion; 11 a.m. fellowship. Tuesday, Oct. 1—6:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 9 a.m. Little Longhorns Chapel; 9:30 a.m. Ladies’ Bible study. Wednesday, Oct. 2—10:45 a.m. Manor Service; 1:30 p.m. Senior Saints; 5 p.m. Christ Academy Meal (mac and cheese); 5:45-7 Christ Academy; 7 p.m. LYF.

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WESTSIDE CHURCH OF CHRIST, 10th and Grant, Imperial Bill Bryan, minister For information 883-0264  Office Phone: 882-5623 Sunday—10 a.m. Sunday School; 11 a.m. Church Service. Wednesday—7 p.m. Bible Classes, all ages. Transportation pro­vided.

life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.” (Galatians 2:20) “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.” (2 Corinthians 5:17) If we try to control the flesh we will fail. “For I do not do the good I want, but the evil I do not want is what I keep on doing.” (Romans 7:19) This is why we should not try and curb the flesh with more rules like “be like Jesus.” Instead we should acknowledge our guilt (1 John 1:9) and live as those set free from sin. Walking in Christ means walking as one who has been forgiven such a great debt they will serve the one who freed them happily. This is why we will love both our friend and enemy with the same love. Because we know that in serving anyone we are serving Christ. It is true freedom we enjoy to be able to walk as people set free from sin; to truly walk in Christ, the Son of God, who came to set sinners free.

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Thursday, SEPTEMBER 26, 2013

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t comes just once a year.   That chance to take items from your home to the transfer station at the south edge of the city free of charge. This year, the city council again approved two Saturdays in October, the 5th and the 12th from 9 to 3 both days, for the “free dump days” in continuing its Take Pride in Imperial efforts. This is the third year it’s being offered, after an initial push from Mayor Dwight Coleman who wanted to bring the community together to take pride in their community. In addition to some hydrant and sign mperial is well painting around town that year, people also cleaned up ditches and known beyond its other areas in the city right before the fair. borders as a clean   That first year, one free dump day town and one people was offered, which now has expanded to two. like to visit   Many complain about the city’s nuisance codes and some of the requirements, but bottom line, most of those requirements deal with junk and unused items lying around in people’s yards. Now’s the time to get some of those items off your property— things like old tires, paint, other junk and even household trash in your garbage bags. The free dump days are reserved for Imperial city residents only, and not for commercial dumping. It’s no doubt we all have too much stuff. Sometimes, it just outgrows the storage capacity of a garage and home, so it may end up outside. Just look at the growth in the storage unit business, not just here, but all over the country. Even some communities much smaller than ours seem to have a storage unit where people can rent space to store “stuff.” That’s a testament to the fact most of us have too much “stuff.” A good rule to follow (one my husband says I don’t follow when it comes to clothes) is for every item you buy, get rid of one by either donating it to a thrift store, if usable, recycling it in some manner or disposing of it. Now’s your chance. While I strongly believe in the adage “a man’s home is his castle” I also believe in a neighbor’s right not to have to look next door at an unkempt yard full of unused items. Having spruced-up properties also reflects well on Imperial, which is known well beyond its borders as a clean town and one people like to visit.   Take advantage of the two Saturdays next month when you have free dumping at the transfer station, and “take pride in Imperial.”

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Grand Island Independent: state’s Korean Vets not forgotten July 27th marked the 60th anniversary of the Korean War Armistice agreement. The commemorative event held in the nation’s capital was presided over by President Obama and dignified by heads of state and Korean War veterans and their family members. The significance of the Korean conflict, commonly referred to as “The Forgotten War,’’ holds enormous importance in reshaping the world’s geo-political landscape, yet most Americans know little about it. The Korean War began on June 25, 1950, following the invasion of South Korea by the North Korean army and eventually supported by the communist Chinese. In the interlude between the end of World War II and the start of the Korean War, Americans were still exalting in victory and the return of sons and daughters. They were focused on rebuilding and possessed little resolve to support another conflict in a far-flung part of the world. The U.S. military’s presence in Korea following WWII was part of a United Nations “policing’’ mission to maintain stability in region. Following the surrender of Japan in September 1945, the Korean peninsula was divided along the 38th parallel, with U.S. military forces occupying the southern half and Soviet military forces overseeing the north. Within three years, North Korea fell solidly under communist control. The U.S. eventually withdrew from South Korea in 1949. The Soviets supported but did not fight in the

war. Stalin presumed that the U.S. would not have the will to intercede in the invasion of South Korea. It was Chairman Mao Zedong’s decision to involve China in the Korean War to purposely confront the most powerful country in the world in his quest the quest to spread communism throughout Korea and Indo-China. Our WWII veterans have been honored and revered for saving the world for democracy. The Korean War veterans have also earned an important place in world history for the preservation of freedom. The Korean War Veterans, American service members, and their allies fought valiantly in the cause of freedom in the first stand to thwart armed communist aggression against a free people. At the height of the conflict, 500,000 U.S., South Korean and allied soldiers faced 1.5 million North Korean and Chinese forces. The U.S. provided 88 percent of the 341,000 international soldiers sent to bolster the ill-prepared South Korean troops. Military from 20 other countries fought in the war. U.S. troops suffered steep casualties in Korea—33,686 battle deaths and 103,284 wounded over 36-months of nearly non-stop fighting. Americans died at the average rate of 1,000 a month and were wounded at the rate of 3,000 a month. The people of South Korea will never forget the sacrifice made by the brave, humble and unbowed soldiers who fought to preserve their freedom. South Korea has prospered and now represents the world’s 12th largest economy. The average age of surviving Korean War veterans is 84 years. The nation is losing approximately 700 of them each day.

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Common threads: entertainment, football, politics By J.L. Schmidt Statehouse correspondent, the Nebraska Press Association A colleague once said that Nebraska football is what happens between sessions of the Legislature. Note that I didn’t distinguish college football. Perhaps some of that and a lot of political football as well. With the opening of Lincoln’s new sports and entertainment venue—The Pinnacle Bank Arena—there are a number of common threads adding to the entertainment that football and politics have to offer. Let’s start with the entertainment. Michael Buble, a young performer who has brought big band classic songs to a new generation, was the opening act at the Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln. He introduced football to the occasion when he recognized Jack Hoffman—the popular Nebraska poster child for pediatric brain cancer awareness—and showed the now viral and ever popular video of Jack making a touchdown on the Tom Osborne Field at Memorial Stadium during the University of Nebraska Cornhusker spring game. He followed that with his rendition of “Try a Little Tenderness,” a song written in the early part of the last century by Irving King and popularized years later by soul singer Otis (“Sittin’ on the Dock of the Bay”) Redding. Buble’s performance came the night before the UCLA Bruins refused to show any tenderness to the Cornhuskers—who could’ve used a couple Team Jack touchdowns in the second half—and succeeded in knocking the struggling Huskers out of the national polls, a rare occurrence in the past 40-plus years. Meanwhile, Pinnacle Bank Chairman Sid Dinsdale was busy tossing his hat into the Republican primary race for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Sen. Mike Johanns. Dinsdale joins Omaha attorney Bart McLeay, Midland College President Ben Sasse of Fremont and former state treasurer Shane Osborn in that race. The Democrats are still looking for a candidate. Pinnacle has 71 branches in Nebraska. Speaking of banks, Falls City businessman Charles

Herbster appears to have gone a long way toward bank-rolling the gubernatorial hopes of state Sen. Beau McCoy of Elkhorn, one of five Republicans seeking the nomination. Herbster, who ended his own short-lived campaign, poured about $860,000 in cash and campaign resources into McCoy’s campaign. Herbster, a southeast Nebraska cattleman who also owns a manufacturing company in Kansas City, pulled out of the race to help his wife recover from complications with surgery. His donation included $594,000 in campaign cash and $265,000 in assets such as the services of pre-paid political consultants. The donation likely sets a record and is legal under the rules and regulations of the Nebraska Accountability and Disclosure Commission. McCoy and Herbster met each other several years ago at a Nebraska Cattlemen event. Both men are strong Christians who describe themselves as men of faith. McCoy entered the race as soon as Herbster dropped out, but he said he had no idea that Herbster would eventually transfer all of his campaign dollars into his account. McCoy said he believed that Herbster couldn’t return the funds to the original donors—mostly Herbster and his company. Accountability head Frank Daley said Nebraska law does provide that option, but there is nothing wrong with Herbster’s decision to donate it to another campaign. In an era where candidates have been known to contribute large amounts of their own cash to run, it appears that the Herbster-McCoy connection has raised that bar again. Expect some ribbing from Sen. Ernie Chambers when the gaggle of senators who would be governor— McCoy and Sens. Tom Carlson of Holdrege, Annette Dubas of Fullerton and Charlie Janssen of Fremont— return to the Legislature in January. One could likely expect Common Cause and their champion, Sen. Bill Avery of Lincoln, to take another shot at changing campaign finance laws, as well. Throw in the highly contested primary in May and Nebraskans will have something to do between football seasons.

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Paving way for stronger infrastructure By Deb Fischer U.S. Senator I recently participated in a Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee hearing exploring how environmental regulations are impacting the construction of new infrastructure across the nation. As you may know, I’m no stranger to infrastructure policy. When I was a member of the Nebraska Legislature, I served as the chair of the Transportation and Telecommunications Committee for six years. Strengthening Nebraska’s roads and infrastructure has always been a top priority of mine as a lawmaker. I believe, and I know many Nebraskans agree, the federal government’s goal should be to maximize results, not paperwork or process. The time, energy and effort states are forced to exert to navigate

Washington’s mountain of red tape chew up valuable resources. For example, the Nebraska Department of Roads (NDOR) recently endured a 10- U.S. Sen. Deb Fischer month paperwo rk e xe rcise—including consultation with five different regulatory agencies—for a simple resurfacing project for an eight-mile stretch of highway between the sparsely populated communities of Wauneta and Hamlet. The stated purpose of these requirements was to “document” that there would be no significant adverse environmental, historical or social impacts. This information was immediately obvious to NDOR, but the process of

Glimpses of the past Ten years ago September 25, 2003 Bean and potato harvest is in the final stages; popcorn and high moisture corn are next. Steps are taken in Republican River Compact compliance. Four local businesses, A. K. Acres Popcorn, Artistic Woodworking, Frenchman Valley Produce and Trinidad Bean, are recognized for international trade. Imperial Grade School is well above the state average for writing proficiency. Ninety-one degree day interrupts the cool spell. CCHS to celebrate Homecoming this weekend.

Twenty years ago September 30, 1993

Taxes increasing in all but one county entity. Bean and potato harvests wind down; cor n to start soon. Landfill closes; myriad of waste disposal questions confront officials. Burlington Northern provides a loading spur for A. K. Acres. Firefighters and EMT’s train in rope rescue.

Thirty years ago September 29, 1983 Below freezing temperatures place corn harvest start ahead of schedule. Local soybean harvest is in full swing. Music teacher to begin instrumental lessons at rural schools. Harvest of onions is underway. CCHS to present “Guys and Dolls” musical.

Forty years ago September 27, 1973

August building permits show $37,906 total. Imperial is second in the FFA District Range Judging contest. New residents greeted by Imperial Welcome Club. City-wide clean up to climax the Imperial community improvement program.

Fifty years ago September 26, 1963 Hot lunch program at CCHS is held up until special sinks arrive. Paving program in Imperial is slowed by recent rains. Three day rain brings welcome moisture to the county.

“documenting” and transferring the information to the federal government proved overly time-consuming. I am grateful Gover nor Heineman wrote to U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx about the adverse impact Washington’s red tape is having on our state. We know that infrastructure improvements are directly related to economic growth. H i g h w ay s e x p a n d a n d strengthen commerce; they provide for the movement of goods. The effective transportation of goods and products in and out of the state and from farm to market is vital to our agriculture industry. And as Nebraskans know, agriculture is vital to our state’s economy. Highways promote economic development in our communities and growth for businesses. They provide citizens access to services and a better quality of life. One of my guiding principles in the Legislature—a principle I apply now in the U.S. Senate—is that a limited government should focus its resources on meeting its core duties. Infrastructure, including highway maintenance and construction, is one of these important responsibilities. That’s why I worked so hard to craft the Build Nebraska Act in 2011. This legislation has paved the way for the recently opened

Cherry Avenue/I-80 bypass in Kearney and other projects that will enhance infrastructure from the Omaha area, to Lincoln and across our state. I spent four years researching how the state government can responsibly invest in improving Nebraska’s roads and highways. I traveled the state and spoke to countless Nebraskans and various organizations. Throughout these conversations, I heard a recurring theme. Nebraskans wanted their state government to live within its means and fund only what could be done with existing resources. In Washington, I refer to this input as Nebraska common sense. I was proud that my colleagues and I were able to craft a bill the Legislature passed to carry out this objective. Now, we are beginning to see the results: completed and ongoing infrastructure projects across the state. The success of the Build Nebraska Act is a model for other states, and importantly, a model for the federal government. It is an example I often share with my colleagues in Washington. Rather than raising taxes to solve a problem, the state government lived up to its duty by using only existing resources. At the federal level, I’m committed to ensuring criti-

Friday’s Keystone Pipeline court hearing live on NET television, website NET will provide live television coverage and web streaming from Lancaster County District Court, which is hearing arguments this Friday, Sept. 27, in a lawsuit filed by three Nebraska landowners who oppose the Keystone XL pipeline. Television coverage begins at 3:30 p.m. CT on NET2 World, and will be simultaneously streamed on the NET website (netNebraska.org/news). The lawsuit contends that the state legislature unconstitutionally gave Gov. Dave Heineman authority to approve

the pipeline route. T h e c o n t rove r s i a l $ 5 . 3 billion Canada-to-Texas oil pipeline was originally set to traverse the environmentally-sensitive Sandhills area, and could transport approximately 830,000 barrels of oil each day, as it travels from Alberta, Canada to Texas refineries. If the landowners win their case, it could force TransCanada, the company that wants to build the northern leg of the project, to go through the entire siting process in Nebraska again.

cal infrastructure projects are administered with the same fiscal and regulatory responsibility we’ve demonstrated in Nebraska. I’m also working hard to cut through the red tape that is slowing down

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Gary and Brenda Ledall approach the monument to “the last Indian battle” near Trenton. At Massacre Canyon a group of Sioux, who had escaped from their reservations in the Nebraska panhandle, attacked and killed a Pawnee hunting expedition. The Pawnee, which included women and children, had permission from the government to leave their reservation to kill the buffalo needed to get them through the winter. (Republican photo)

Indian conflicts studied on history tour By Carolyn Lee The Imperial Republican A busload of people from Chase County and the surrounding area learned a lot about Native American/ Army/settler conflict around the Republican River in Southwest Nebraska and further during a trip Saturday, sponsored by Mid-Plains Community College (MPCC). The class was led by Vance Nelson of Ogallala, former curator at Fort Robinson State Park. The 20-plus people participating learned about conflict between various tribes such as the Sioux and Pawnee. At Massacre Canyon near Trenton, the Lakota Sioux trapped and killed most of a Pawnee tribe harvesting buffalo in 1873.

General George Armstrong Custer spent time in the area, both ensuring the safety of pioneers and trying to defeat Native Americans. He camped in several locations in Kansas and Colorado, and fought Indians along the way. A group of his soldiers were massacred near Beaver Creek, Kans. in 1867. The Battle of Beecher Island near Fort Hayes, Kan., in 1868 involved 50 civilian scouts and several Army officers to subdue what was left of the Sioux, Cheyenne and Arapahoe Indians, who had been attacking settlers. The scouts were trapped on a sandbar and attacked by the Indians, led by a great warrior, Roman Nose. They were rescued 10 days later by a cavalry of Buffalo soldiers.

In addition, the group viewed remnants of the Great Western Cattle Trail, which was the route taken to transport cattle from Texas to Ogallala and beyond to Indian Reservations between 1874-1886. The day concluded with a tour of the Champion Mill in Champion, where settlers built a mill and began grinding wheat for flour, as well as feed for animals. The tour took a loop from Imperial to Trenton, then into Kansas and over to Wray, Colo., during the day. MPCC has a number of history classes scheduled for this fall, as well as many other community education and forcredit classes. For more information contact Imperial Campus Director Brenda Ledall at (308) 882-5972 or at [email protected].

Glimpses of the past Twenty years ago September 23, 1993

City landfill will close their gates Sept. 30. Frenchman Valley Farmers Coop distributes over $460,000 in dividends. Ninth Street traffic and safety is still causing concern. Area escapes freeze but more time is needed for some corn. Seventh grade students hope for “no breaks” in egg drop activity.

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Forty years ago September 20, 1973

Elimination of food sales tax requires changes for retailers. Queen City Jazz Band to kick off Chase County Area Arts Council season Tuesday night. Temperatures cool off considerably in Imperial. Imperial FFA team finished fourth in range judging contest. Chuck roast—$1.29/lb.

Frenchman Valley Coop sets new sales record. No frost reported. Imperial junior high vocations program features “world of manufacturing”.

Fifty years ago September 19, 1963 Lions Club to collect old glasses for needy in the Philippines.

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Thursday, september 26, 2013

B The Imperial Republican

Chase County hosts spirited match with Lady Broncos By Jan Schultz The Imperial Republican Both Longhorn and Bronco fans were entertained with some spirited volleyball as the two varsity teams battled last Thursday on the Chase County court. Despite dropping the first game, Chase County came back to win the match in four, 20-25, 25-16, 25-21 and 25-20. The loss was just the second of the season for the Lady Broncos. Chase County is 7-3 this week. It was somewhat of a lackluster first game for Chase County as they struggled with hitting and Wauneta/Palisade led by as many as eight points. “We didn’t hit well that first game,” said CCS Coach Jodie Schuller. She said that may have been due a bit to the emotional night, as the team memorialized former Chase County player Amanda Poppe Johnson in a short program before the varsity match. However, the team came back after the first game loss, though slowly, to win the second outing by nine. Chase County trailed for the first part of the second game, and didn’t pull ahead until after a 10-10 tie when they scored four straight, two of those points on W/P errors. The home team never trailed again, closing out that second game with five straight points. It was another battle in the third. While the Lady Longhorns took an early 4-1 lead, the score was tied six times after that. After the knotted 12-12 score, Chase County slowly chipped away, helped by five straight points to go up 22-16. W/P continued to battle, though, coming back from a 1724 deficit, scoring four straight to pull within three of tying, 21-24. Chase County put the game away after a bad W/P

Kristen Jussel is in good position to pass the ball in action last Thursday against Wauneta/Palisade, as libero Shelby Jaeger waits to assist. (Republican photo) pass forced their hit attempt to fail. Game four was also a bit of a nail-biter with the score tied six different times before Chase County pulled out the 25-20 game, sealing the match victory. Late in the game, the Lady Longhorns trailed 16-19, then scored three straight to tie after a W/P error, a tip-in from Makala Bartels and a Kristen Jussel kill. W/P then committed four errors during a five-point run by Chase County, giving the hosts a 24-20 lead before another Jussel kill ended the match. Coach Schuller said it was good to see her team settle

Rescheduled Punt, Pass, Kick contest is Sunday Due to poor weather earlier this month, the annual Punt, Pass and Kick football contest was rescheduled for this Sunday, Sept. 29. It begins at 2 p.m. at the Wellington football field, and is sponsored by the Imperial Jaycees and the NFL. Participants will punt, pass and kick a football for distance and accuracy, said coordinator

Alex McNair, a member of the Jaycees. Youths should not wear cleats. Boys and girls will compete in separate divisions in the following age groups: 6-7, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13 and 14-15. Ages will be determined as of Dec. 31, 2013. Winners at the local level will go on to the state contest Oct. 5 in North Platte, McNair said.

down after the first game and play well against a very good blocking team. “They are one of the best blocking teams we’ve seen this season,” Schuller said of the Lady Broncos. En route to the win, Chase County scored 13 ace serves as they had a 94 percent (91-96) performance at the serving line. Bridget Langin scored four aces, while Kaycee Bubak added three. At the net, Chase County had a .167 hitting efficiency on 52 kills and 22 errors. MaKenna Ketter led the team with 11 kills, Jussel had 10, while Paige Spady and Bartels each contributed nine. W/P finished with 29 kills and a .129 hitting efficiency. On defense, Shelby Jaeger had 16 digs, while Jussel was credited with 10.

Holyoke match After breezing through the first two games, Chase County lost its third to Holyoke, but came back to take the fourth and the match Sept. 17 in Colorado. Scores were 25-12, 25-13, 20-25 and 25-20. Errors cost her team the third game, Schuller said, especially in the areas of serving and serve receive.

Hunter education course starts Oct. 6; limited to 30 students By Jan Schultz The Imperial Republican A free hunter education course taught to two local instructors will start Sunday, Oct. 6, in Imperial at the fire hall. The course will continue Oct. 7, 8, 9 and 10, running from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. each evening. Instructors will be Doug Mitchell and Duke Jaeger. The class is limited to 30 students, and all must pre-register online, Mitchell said. Hunters in Nebraska age

12 to 29 must have completed a firearm hunter education course such as this one, and carry proof of the successful course completion when hunting with a firearm or crossbow. Firearm and crossbow hunters under age 12 or those with an exemption certificate cannot hunt alone and must be accompanied at all times when hunting by a licensed hunter age 19 or older, who has completed the hunter ed. course. Local students can sign up for the Imperial class at the Ne-

braska Game & Parks website: www.outdoornebraska.ne.gov When at the site, click on the “education” link at the top of the page, then click on “hunter education” and finally the “Firearm Hunter Education Classroom Courses” link near the red circular logo. The courses are listed by the starting date, so look for Oct. 6 when searching for the Imperial class. People with questions can contact Mitchell at 308-882-8306 or 882-4003, or Jaeger at 8824459.

JV, C volleyball teams sweep area squads By Jan Schultz The Imperial Republican In action last week, Chase County’s JV and C volleyball teams swept their opponents in Holyoke, Colo., and on the home court against Wauneta/ Palisade. Those wins kept undefeated records intact for both teams at 4-0. In JV action, the Lady Longhorns won in straight sets in both Tuesday’s and Thursday’s outings last week. At Holyoke Sept. 17, scores were 25-17 and 25-12. Chase County tallied 15 kills in the game led by Mindy Castle with six and Shaylee Dorn with four. The Lady Longhorns scored 11 ace serves, four from Taylin McNair and three from Castle, as the team served 93 percent (45-48). Cheyanne Kuhlmann picked up 11 digs.

Against Wauneta/Palisade last Thursday, the JVs took two quick wins, 25-5 and 25-7. Castle and Valeria Cervantes teamed up to score nearly half of Chase County’s 21 kills, as they put away five each. At the line, the team was 90 percent (49-54), as they racked up 10 aces, three each from McNair and Makenna Wallin. Kuhlmann had 17 digs in the match.

C team matches The C team opened play last week with straight set wins at Holyoke, 25-15 and 26-24. Jadin Bussell had six kills and Bridgette Odens, four, among the team’s total of 17. The team served 82 percent (38-46), and finished with eight aces, three each from Odens and Molly Luhrs. Hosting Wauneta/Palisade last Thursday, the C team was

forced to three games but won 24-26, 25-9 and 15-5. Odens had four kills of the team’s 21 total. At the line, the team was 92 percent (58-63), and put down 16 ace serves, six from Bussell and four from Kadyn Milner. This week, the teams will be involved in triangulars tonight (Thursday) in Benkelman and Tuesday at Gothenburg. The schedule at Dundy County/Stratton Thursday does not have a separate C team division, but Coach Jodie Schuller said Chase County C team players will see some action in the JV division. Chase County’s first JV game is scheduled at 5:30 p.m. against St. Francis, Kan., in the grade school gym. Their match against DC/Stratton follows. On Tuesday, Oct. 1, at Gothenburg, just JV and varsity divisions are scheduled to start at 5 p.m. MT

With her eyes on the ball and ready, Makala Bartels (15) anticipates the set from Kaycee Bubak in their exciting match against in-county rivals, the Wauneta/Palisade Lady Broncos. Chase County took the win in four games. (Republican photo) her team lacked in matching Despite that, Chase County bridge, 25-12 and 25-15. had a good night at the net, Coach Schuller said it was a up with Minden was in its descoring a .245 hitting efficiency good match in which to start fense. that included 48 kills with 14 out the tourney, and said her “We need to work on our errors. team performed well, as they defense and be more scrappy Ketter and Jussel led at the amassed 21 kills with three and read the plays better,” she net with 15 and 10 kills, respec- errors for a .277 hitting effi- said. In the consolation game, tively. ciency. Holyoke tallied 29 kills and Leading the attack was Jus- Chase County lost a close one 11 errors for a hitting efficien- sel and Ketter, who combined to Sidney, 23-25 and 21-25. The cy of .162. for nine total kills, Jussel with two teams faced off again Tuesday this week in Impe At the line, Chase County five and Ketter, four. was 94 percent accurate (89- Chase County was 45-48 for rial. 94) including 11 aces. Mindy 93 percent on serving, with Schuller said her team was Castle and Jaeger each had seven aces. Jaeger and Jussel a little tired for their third match, and Sidney did a good three ace serves. Jaeger also each had a pair. led on defense with 22 digs. The Lady Longhorns faced job “tipping us to death.” Minden, the eventual tourna- Chase County had a .273 McCook tournament ment champion and now with hitting efficiency (29 kills, five Though finishing 1-2 at Sat- a 10-1 record, in the semi-finals, errors) and were led by Ketter with 10 kills, and Bartels and urday’s McCook tournament, losing in two, 18-25 and 22-25. Coach Schuller said her team The two teams were nearly Jussel with five each. played well against the two even on hitting efficiency, An 88 percent serving perteams they lost to—Minden Chase County at .250 to Min- formance (39-44) was recorded by the Lady Longhorns, again den’s .274. and Sidney. Chase County opened the Ketter and Jussel again led with just two aces. Jaeger had tour nament with an easy the team at the net with seven 14 digs to lead the team. straight-set win over Cam- and six kills, respectively, of Chase County finished with fourth place in the tourney. the team’s 20 total. And, at the line, Chase Coun- Freshman Taylin McNair ty was nearly perfect at 40-41, was called up to the varsity but had just two aces. Jaeger team for Saturday’s tournament in the absence of Mindy had 22 digs. Schuller said the only area Castle, Schuller said.

Koellner youth finishes 12th at pedal pull nationals

Sutherland Volleyball Invitational 2013 Saturday, Sept. 28 Times are CT.

By Jan Schultz The Imperial Republican Correy Koellner, nine-yearold daughter of Greg and Rebecca Koellner of Imperial, finished 12th at the National Pedal Pull Championships in Mitchell, S.D.., Saturday. Young Koellner pulled a distance of 24’7” and came home with a participation medal. She was one of 38 participants in the nine-year-old girls’ division, which was won by Tifani Dess- Correy Koellner ner of Eyota, Minn. Nebraska was one of 18 states that sent participants to the national event. Young Koellner advanced onto the nationals after winning her division at the Chase County Fair’s pedal tractor pull, followed by a first place finish at the state fair in late August. The top five in each age division at nationals qualified to go on to the international competition. There were four first place finishers from Nebraska at the contest Saturday including Anya Jones of Broken Bow, four-year-old girls; Zane Doke of Newport, five-year-old boys; Ryanna DeVries of Ogallala, 11-year-old girls; and Jacob Zimmerman of Lincoln, 12year-old boys. Saturday’s competition was held at the Corn Palace in Mitchell.

Winner 6

5th Place

Game #10 North Gym 3:30 p.m.

Winner 8

7th Place

Loser 6 Game #9 North Gym 2:30 p.m. Loser 8

Overton 44.4286 Game #1 Loser 1 South Gym 10 a.m. Dundy Co./ Game #6 Stratton North Gym 36.7 12 p.m. Wood River 43.5 Game #2 North Gym Loser 2 10 a.m. Chase Co. 42.0 Southwest 44.8333 Game #3 Loser 3 South Gym 11 a.m. Game #8 Broken Bow 40.6364 North Gym 1:30 p.m. NPSP 44.0 Game #4 North Gym Loser 4 11 a.m. Sutherland 41.5556

Winner 1 Game #5 South Gym 12 p.m.

Winner 5

Winner 2 Game #12 South Gym 3:30 p.m.

1st Place

Winner 3 Game #7 South Gym 1:30 p.m. Winner 4

Winner 7 Loser 5 Game #11 South Gym 2:30 p.m. 3rd place Loser 7

Pair of triangulars, tourney ahead for CCS volleyball By Jan Schultz The Imperial Republican Chase County volleyball teams will be on the road for three dates in the coming week as the Lady Longhorns travel to two triangulars and a Saturday tournament. The week starts off with the Dundy County/Stratton triangular today (Thursday), which includes St. Francis, Kan. There will be divisions for both JV and varsity, and Coach Jodie Schuller said some of Chase County’s C team players will play in some of the JV games. Here is Chase County’s schedule:

Varsity at high school— 6:30 p.m. MT CCS vs. St. Francis, 8 p.m. CCS vs. DC/Stratton. JV at grade school—5:30 p.m. MT CCS vs. St. Francis, 6:30 p.m. CCS vs. DC/Stratton. On Saturday, the varsity will be at the Sutherland tournament, where they will meet 6-2 Wood River in their first match at 9 a.m. MT They will face either Overton or Dundy County/Stratton in their second match. See the bracket for more info. On Tuesday, Oct. 1, Gothenburg, 6-2, hosts a JV/varsity triangular with Chase County and Perkins County, 2-7. Matches start at 5 p.m. MT

B2  The Imperial Republican

Thursday, september 26, 2013

Softball team upends Chadron in home game Three-run win came against district foe By Jan Schultz The Imperial Republican Highlighted by a homerun and some great defensive play, Chase County defeated Chadron in a varsity game on the home Schroeder Park field last Friday. The 6-3 win came against a team in the same C-6 district as Chase County, and who is just a point ahead of the Lady Longhorns in the NSAA Class C point standings. It looked like it might be a shut-out as Chase County led 6-0 after five innings. After two scoreless innings, the Lady Longhorns put four across in the third thanks to five singles, which represented half of their hits in the game. Chase County scored two more in the fifth on a two-run homer by senior Jodi Koellner after Chadron sent a new pitcher to the mound. That pushed the score to 6-0. Chadron was able to put together back-to-back singles in the sixth, and took advantage of four Chase County errors to score two, then another in the seventh. But, Chase County had built a big enough lead to hold on for the win. Coach Denise Smith said her team had a good day at the plate with 10 hits, in addition to some good defense. A great center field catch by Destiny Reinke that was also covered by Katelyn Wheeler ended the top of the third and “got a spark” going, Smith said, which was followed by Chase County’s four-run bottom of the third. Then, two innings later, came Koellner’s homerun. “It was a great game to go into Saturday’s tournament with,” Smith added. The Lady Longhorns will see Chadron again at a triangular in Chadron just a few days before the start of districts. Anna Bauerle had a good day at the plate with three hits, two singles and a double. In addition to her homer, Koellner also connected for a single. Others credited with hits, all singles, were Ally Vrbas, Katelyn Wheeler, Abbi Vetter, Emma Bauerle and Cassie Burpo. Chadron had eight hits. Anna Bauerle pitched the entire seven innings, striking out four and walking none.

GINW tournament Chase County went 1-2 at Saturday’s Grand Island Northwest (GINW) tournament, where they defeated Boone Central and lost to GINW and Gothenburg. After a slow start and behind by as much as 8-0 until the bottom of the fourth, Chase County defeated Boone Central 12-10 in their opener. Chase County was outhit by Boone Central 14 to 12, but was able to take advantage of seven errors. Collecting hits for Chase County were Wheeler, three singles; Burpo and Vetter, each with two singles; and individual singles from Vrbas, Josie Peterson, Claire Kuenne, Koellner and Brittanie Benge. Bauerle went the distance on the mound, striking out two, walking two and giving up 14 hits in six innings of work.

After a spot-on throw from catcher Ally Vrbas, first baseman Cassie Burpo tagged out this Chadron runner who had strayed off the base. (Republican photo)

Katelyn Wheeler, left, and Destiny Reinke go for the ball in center field against Chadron. It glazed off Wheeler’s glove and was caught by Reinke to end the third inning. (Republican photo) In game two of the tourney, Chase County was blanked by GINW 13-0 in a shortened fourinning game. Ally Vrbas had the only hit in the game for Chase County, a single in the fourth. Josie Peterson was on the mound all four innings, striking out none, walking five and giving up 12 hits. Coach Smith said it was good to get one of their younger pitchers in the game. She also used Benge in the catcher’s position, as Vrbas was at the Designated Player spot. Class B GINW holds a 17-2 record this week. In a very tight third game, Chase County lost a close one to Gothenburg, 6-2. Chase County didn’t score until the fifth, when Koellner led off with another homerun, this time a solo shot. They added another in the fifth when Peterson reached home on a passed ball. Gothenburg scored in the second, third, fourth and fifth innings but only tallied six hits against Bauerle’s pitching. The Lady Longhorns had just three hits in the game. Besides the homer, Koellner also had a single. Wheeler also singled. Bauerle went all six innings, striking out three, walking two and giving up six hits. On Sept. 17, Chase County hosted Gering for a varsity double-header, losing both to the Class B team with a 15-5 record. The Lady Longhorns were blanked in the first game, 9-0, and scored just two hits, singles by Anna Bauerle and Peterson. Coach Smith said Gering’s pitcher was the best they’d seen all season up to that point, as she struck out 10 batters. Bauerle went five innings on the mound, striking out two, walking three and giving up 11 hits. In game two, Chase County was able to get some runs across, but lost the 17-5 game. The Lady Longhorns put up six hits, led by Peterson with a double and a single. Wheeler had a pair of singles, while Burpo and Bauerle also recorded singles. Burpo went three innings on the mound, striking out two, walking six and giving up seven hits. Anna Bauerle came in on relief, striking out two, walking two and giving up eight hits.

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Alexandria Valenzuela (453), Rose Sullivan (451) and Vianey Marquez (445) got their first taste of the tough Heritage Hills cross country course at McCook Friday. (Republican photo)

Sophomore Indy Smith led the Longhorn boys with a seventh place finish in the McCook Invitational at Heritage Hills golf course Friday. (Republican photo)

Smith finishes 7th at McCook invitational Boys finish 5th in meet that draws all 4 classes By Russ Pankonin The Imperial Republican Friday’s McCook Invitational cross country represents one of the Longhorns’ toughest and most competitive meets of the season. The McCook meet draws schools from Class A down to Class D so the competition is always tough, Coach Carl Zuege said. Plus, the Heritage Hills course can be deceptive with all its hills. Sophomore Indy Smith navigated the course well Friday, capturing the 7th place medal. Zuege said Smith finished really strong, turning in a time of 18:44. The first half of the course is mostly downhill, Zuege said, so it’s easy to get out too fast. He said his boys turned in their first mile around 5:30, which was a faster pace than he and coach Jonathon Beverly really wanted. For some of his runners, they paid the price, struggling during the last half of the race which is mostly uphill. Holden Dreiling finished as the team’s second runner, but had to battle in the second half of the race. Ike Maxwell struggled as well but finished strong. Zuege said Andrew Vaverek ran really well last week and Garret Thompson turned in another solid race. One bright spot came in the boys’ jayvee race with Stephen Welsh finishing third. His time would have ranked him fourth on the varsity team. Zuege said he will likely run varsity at the Dundy CountyStratton meet today (Thursday). Overall, the Longhorns finished in fifth at McCook. Sidney won the meet, edging North Platte by a point. North Platte senior Wyatt

McGuire smoked the entire field, finishing in 15:50 and more than two minutes ahead of the second place finisher.

Engbrecht leads girls Senior Emma Engbrecht led the girls’ Longhorn team, finishing in 28th. Zuege said it was questionable just five minutes before the race whether she’d be healthy enough to run due to a knee problem. Beverly gave her the go-ahead and she ran well. Mallory Coleman followed in 35th with Rose Sullivan leading the trio of freshman at 43. Alex Valenzuela was right behind her in 45th with Vianey Marquez in 55th. Zuege noted it’s always a learning experience when the freshmen run the Heritage Hills course for the first time. In the junior high 1,600, Chase County’s Juan Venegas took

second with Will Kuenne in fifth. Kaley Hauxwell finished 5th in the girls’ race.

DC-S meet today The Longhorns will travel to Benkelman today (Thursday) to compete in the Dundy CountyStratton meet at the Benkelman Country Club east of Benkelman. The meet will begin at 4 p.m. MDT with the girls’ race, followed by the boys’ race. The junior high will compete at Ogallala in their meet today.

McCook cross country invite High school Boys’ varsity team scores—1st, Sidney, 28; 2nd, North Platte, 29; 3rd, Dundy County/Stratton, 59; 4th, McCook, 74; 5th, Chase County, 79; 6th, Ogallala, 99; 7th, Holdrege, 112; 8th, St. Pat’s, 118; 9th, Sutherland, 168; 10th, Perkins County, 189. Individual results—1st, Wyatt McGuire, NP, 15:50; 7th, Indy Smith, CC, 18:44; 19th, Holden Dreiling, CC, 19:27; 22nd, Andrew Vaverek, CC

19:38; 32nd, Garrett Thompson, CC, 20:35.10; 35th, Ike Maxwell, CC, 20:49; 37th, Ryan Moline, CC, 20:59. Individual JV results—1st, Mikey Erickson, McC., 19:56; 3rd, Stephen Welsh, CC, 20:24; 12th, Tagan Mays, CC, 21:39; 13th, Caleb Bubak, CC, 21:41; 16th, Mason Meeske, CC, 21:58; 24th, Korey Krutsinger, CC, 22:58. Girls’ team scores—1st, Sidney, 28; 2nd, Holdrege, 61; 3rd, McCook, 64; 4th, North Platte, 74; 5th, St. Pat’s, 92; 6th, Dundy County/Stratton, 92; 7th, Perkins County, 105; 8th, Ogallala, 130; 9th, Chase County, 143; 10th, Sutherland, 154. Girls’ individual results—1st, Molly Sughroue, McC., 19:30; 28th, Emma Enbrecht, CC, 24:44; 35rd, Mallory Coleman, CC, 25:18; 43rd, Rose Sullivan, CC, 27:14; 45th, Alexandria Valenzuela, CC, 28:31; 55th, Vianey Marquez, CC, 31:06. Junior high Boys’ individual results—1st, Steven Hinze, McC., 5:20; 2nd, Juan Venegas, CC, 5:46; 5th, Will Kuenne, CC, 6:05; 13th, Noah Griffin, CC, 6:30.10; 15th, Marco Perez, CC, 6:34; 19th, Landis Beverly, CC, 6:55. Girls’ individual results—1st, Drew Gieshen, Oga., 5:50; 5th, Kaley Hauxwell, CC, 6:24.

The Longhorn cross country boys finished fifth in a tough McCook met last Friday. Here, from left, Garret Thompson, Andrew Vaverek, Ryan Moline and Ike Maxwell keep the pace together in the first half of Friday’s race. (Republican photo)

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Thursday, september 26, 2013

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Longhorns can’t keep pace with Chadron in 21-46 loss By Russ Pankonin The Imperial Republican The Chase County Longhorns took an early lead in Friday’s contest with the Chadron Cardinals but it turned out to be their only lead, falling 21-46. Despite the home-field advantage, the Longhorns couldn’t contain the Cardinals’ running and passing attack. Longhorn Coach Dan Lenners said his team lost containment on the outside edge far too often. That, coupled with missed tackles in the open field, hurt his team’s effort. He said the defense lacked consistency throughout the game. “There were times when we looked good on defense but there was no consistency,” he said. He felt the same way about the offensive side of the ball. He said the line really needs to concentrate on making and holding blocks throughout each play. With injuries to linemen thus far, Lenners moved senior Justus Wallin back into the line for Friday’s game. Wallin played in the line last year and moved there this week after playing the backfield. Freshman Zac Space got a taste of varsity football, playing in the offensive line and nose guard on defense. Injuries took yet another toll Friday night. Quarterback Kelton Fisher went down in the first half with a hip pointer. Right before the first half ended, lineman Charles Holman suffered a concussion

and was taken off the field by ambulance personnel. Going into this week’s homecoming game against Cozad, Holman will be out while Fisher remains questionable. Luis Rodriguez and Khris Kuhlman missed the Chadron game as well and remain doubtful for this Friday. Despite the injuries, Lenners told his team after the game Friday they have to rise above that and can’t use loss of personnel to injury as an excuse. Lenners said the Longhorns face another tough opponent in Cozad for Friday night’s homecoming game. It marks the first district game of the season for the Longhorns. Lenners said Cozad comes in at 3-0 with a senior-laden team full of size and speed. The biggest challenge will be to contain running back Jake Paulsen, who rushed for almost 1,400 yards last season,

Longhorns convert fumble The Longhorns took a 7-0 advantage in the first four minutes of the game after converting a Chadron turnover. Senior Dan Sullivan pounced on a loose ball on Chadron’s third play of the game. Starting at the Chadron 45, the Longhorns stayed on the ground, converting one fourth down to keep the drive alive. From the 23, Fisher found Kevin German for the touchdown strike. Kevin Almanza added the kick to give Chase County the 7-0.

Chadron answered on their next possession, going 67 yards in seven plays, capped of by a 24-yard touchdown run. The PAT kick failed, leaving the Longhorns up 7-6. Chadron pinned the Longhorns inside their own 10 on the ensuing kickoff. After a sack, the Longhorns found themselves on the 2 so opted for a quick kick by Sullivan that went more than 50 yards. It looked like the strategy paid off when Chadron coughed up the ball on their own 48 with Jake Lueth coming up with the loose ball. German got behind the defense and made a one-handed grab on a pass from Fisher to get to the Chadron 5. The Longhorns suffered a setback when they couldn’t push the ball over the goal line. On fourth-and-goal inside the one, the Longhorns were penalized five yards for procedure, moving the ball back just outside the five. That changed the Longhorns’ play calling, having to pick up five instead of less than one. Fisher went up top to German who couldn’t reel it in. Lenners said he wanted a touchdown versus a field goal there. Plus, he said the line caved in on Almanza’s first attempt so he was fearful of a blocked kick. Chadron answered with a 13play, 94-yard drive for the score and a two-point conversion to go up 14-7. The Longhorns answered with their own drive that stalled out

Junior tight end Isaac Sorensen puts a tight clutch on the ball before getting hit by a pair of Chadron defenders on this pass reception. He caught two balls for 28 yards. (Republican photo)

Members of the Enders Lake Golf Course team winning the Chase County Cup this year included, from left, Matt Jablonski, Alan Carman, Dan Fulton, Matt Borchers, Joe Johnston, Lee Denker, Harold Nordhausen, Matt Klima, Eric Moreland, Matt Teply, Aaron Keiser, Captain John Burke and Kerry Denker. (Republican photo)

at the 28. This time Lenners sent Almanza in for a 38-yard field goal attempt that fell short to end the drive. Four plays later, Chadron got back on the board with a 53-yard run by Jackson Dickerson. A twopoint conversion gave them a 22-7 lead. With a good kick return by German, the Longhorns started another drive from their own 36. Junior Travis Luhrs took the helm at quarterback after Fisher got hurt. Lenners praised Luhrs for his effort coming in as the backup QB. Luhrs guided the team down to the Chadron 16 before a penalty moved the Longhorns back 10 yards. The Longhorns went to the air but couldn’t convert a fourth and 11 pass attempt. Fortunately, Chadron got flagged for interference, giving the ball back to the Longhorns at the Chadron 11. That opportunity evaporated when the Longhorns fumbled the ball away at the 5 yard line. After the play, Holman didn’t get up after suffering an apparent concussion with 18 seconds left in the first half. Lenners said seeing their teammate being hauled off in the ambulance took some steam away from his team in the second half.

80-yard kickoff return Members of the Imperial Country Club team playing Saturday included, from left, Russ Pankonin, Brady Torpin, Eric Exum, Eric McDaniel, John Paisley, Dan Russell, Captain Bob Thomas, Brad Spady, Mark Bishop, Kirk Wilson, Matt Hanna, Jim Pirog and Tom Luhrs. (Republican photo)

Enders regains Chase County Cup By Russ Pankonin The Imperial Republican Saturday’s Chase County Cup competition between golfers from Enders Lake Golf Course (EGLC) and the Imperial Country Club (ICC) came down to final four singles matches. Enders survived a late surge by Imperial in singles to score just enough points, 12.5 points, to take the cup away from Imperial. They needed 12 points to retain the cup but could only muster 11.5 points. This year’s competition marks the 12th year of the annual event between the two courses. Each course has now won the cup six times. The annual match pits 12 golfers from each course in Ryder Cup-style match play.

Match play format In match play, the winner of each hole is determined by the lowest number of strokes on the hole by a player or team. If the scores end in a tie, there is no winner of the hole. Strokes tallied on one hole do not carry over to the next. So if a golfer or team has a bad score on one hole, the stroke score starts anew on the next hole. The first 18 holes are comprised of team play with nine holes of four ball and nine holes of alternating shot. In four ball, two team members score their best ball against the best ball of the other team. In alternating shot, or foursomes, the team members alternate shooting each shot. The team members also alternate

which holes they tee off on. Each team’s score on the hole is used to determine if a hole is won or halved. A total of six team points are at stake in both the four ball and alternating shot matches. The final 12 points are awarded to the winners in the singles matches, where the golfers go head-to-head in match play format. In the four-ball pairings, ELGC won 3.5 points with ICC taking 2.5 points. In the alternating shot, ELGC widened their lead to 7.5 points after winning another 4 points compared to just 2 points for ICC. As the cup holder, ICC needed just 12 total points to retain the cup while ELGC needed 12.5 points to take the cup away. In the first eight matches of singles play, ICC won five outright to pull within a point of ELGC, 10.5 to 9.5 points. In the final four matches, ICC needed 2.5 points for the comeback win. However, they won just one match and split two others to fall a half-point short. In the 12-year history of the cup, this is only the second time that the cup has been won by a half-point. The last time occurred in 2009 when Enders scored 8 points in the singles but fell short in winning the cup back. Golfers competing for ELGC included Eric Moreland, Joe Johnston, Alan Carman, Matt Teply, Matt Jablonski, Matt Borchers, Harold Nordhausen, Kerry Denker, Dan Fulton, Aar-

on Kaiser, Lee Denker and Matt Klima. John Burke served as the team’s non-playing captain. Golfers competing for ICC included John Paisley, Dan Russell, Mark Bishop, Brad Spady, Brady Torpin, Eric Exum, Matt Hanna, Eric McDaniel, Jim Pirog, Russ Pankonin, Kirk Wilson and Tom Luhrs. Bob Thomas served as Imper­ial’s non-playing captain. Results of the matches are as follows:

Doubles Four Ball: Carman/Johnston (E) defeated Spady/Bishop (I), 2 up; Torpin/Exum (I) defeated Teply/ Jablonski (E), 2&1; Russell/Paisley (I) defeated Nordhausen/Kerry Denker, (E) 3&2; Fulton/Moreland (E) defeated Pankonin/Wilson (I), 2&1; Lee Denker/Borchers (E) defeated Pirog/ McDaniel (I), 2&1; Luhrs/Hanna (I) halved Klima/Keiser (E); Enders: 3.5 points, Imperial: 2.5 points. Doubles Alternating Shot: Carman/ Johnston (E) defeated Spady/Bishop (I), 2&1; Torpin/Exum (I) defeated Teply/Jablonski (E), 1 up; Nordhausen/Kerry Denker (E) defeated Russell/ Paisley (I), 1 up; Fulton/Moreland (E) defeated Pankonin/Wilson (I), 3&2; Lee Denker/Borchers (E) defeated Pirog/McDaniel (I), 2&1; Luhrs/Hanna (I) defeated Klima/Keiser (E); Enders: 4 points, Imperial: 2 points. Doubles Standings—Enders: 7.5, Imperial: 4.5 points. Singles: Torpin (I) defeated with Carman (E), 1 up; Exum (I) defeated Johnston (E), 2&1; Nordhausen (E) defeated Spady (I), 3&2; Kerry Denker (E) defeated Bishop, 2&1; Pankonin (I) defeated Lee Denker (E), 1 up; Wilson (I) defeated Borchers (E), 4 & 2; Jablonski (E) defeated Paisley (I), 2&1; Russell (I) defeated Teply (E), 2&1; Keiser (E) defeated Pirog (I), 1 up; McDaniel (I) halved Klima (E); Luhrs (I) defeated Fulton (E), 3&2; Hanna (I) halved Moreland (E); Enders: 5 points, Imperial: 7 points. Final standings: Enders: 12.5 points, Imperial: 11.5 points.

The Longhorns got a boost to open the second half with German running the kickoff back 80 yards for the score. That

narrowed the margin to eight, 14-22. After stopping Chadron on their next possession, the Longhorns took over on their own 28. On a fourth-and-inches, Lenners decided to go for it. It didn’t pan out, giving Chadron the ball on the Longhorn 35 after a loss on the conversion attempt. Dickerson stunned the Longhorns on the very next play, scoring on a 35-yard run. After trading possessions, Chadron struck again, this time on a 70-yard pass to Dickerson for a 38-14 lead. On the next possession, Sullivan broke free on a 45-yard run to the Chadron 20. Three plays later, Luhrs found German in the end zone for the Longhorns’ final score. With an Almanza kick, the score stood at 21-38. Chadron would wrap up the scoring on their next possession on a 49-yard touchdown pass.

Game Friday at 6:30 p.m.

Since Friday’s opponent, Cozad, comes from the Central time zone, game time will be moved up 30 minutes to 6:30 p.m. MDT. As part of homecoming activities, the McNair Agency will be holding a tailgate party in the parking lot, beginning at 5 p.m.

Stats at a glance Chadron Tackles (solos-assists)—Justus Wallin 3-6, Jeff Dickey 0-6, Kelton Fisher 2-3, Dan Sullivan 2-3, Trey Milner 3-1, Travis Luhrs 1-3, Shay Eidson 1-3, Zac Space 1-3, Jacob Lueth 1-2, Kevin German 1-2, Isaac Sorensen 1-2, David

C1-9 District football opponents’ results Sept. 20 Cozad (3-0) 26, Broken Bow (1-2) 13 Gothenburg (2-1) idle Minden (2-1) 55, Sandy Creek (0-3) 19 Kearney Catholic (3-0) 30, Ogallala (2-2) 20 Almanza 2-0, Tyler Oxford 0-2. Rushing (attempts-yards-TD)—Dan Sullivan 12-85-0, Trey Milner 10-34-0, Kelton Fisher 4-32-0, Travis Luhrs 4-23-0, Jeff Dickey 6-18-0. Passing (attempts-completions-yardsTD-INT)—Travis Luhrs 22-13-132-1-1, Kelton Fisher 10-5-104-1-0. Receiving (completions-yards-TDs)— Kevin German 8-120-2, David Almanza 3-48-0, Isaac Sorensen 2-28-0, Trey Milner 3-23-0, Dan Sullivan 1-12-0, Jeff Dickey 1-5-0. Scoring CCS: Kevin German 23 yd. TD pass from Kelton Fisher, kick by David Almanza good. Chadron: 24 yd. TD run by Jackson Dickerson, kick by Jayden Stack no good. Chadron: Jacob Bargen 10 yd. TD pass from Tristin Stein, 2-pt. conversion good. Chadron: Dickerson 53 yd. TD run, 2-pt. conversion good. CCS: German 80 yd. kick return for TD, kick by Almanza good. Chadron: Dickerson 35 yd. TD run, 2-pt. conversion good. Chadron: Dickerson 70 yd. TD pass from Stein, 2-pt. conversion good. CCS: German 16 yd. TD pass from Travis Luhrs, kick by Almanza good. Chadron: Spencer Eliason 49 yd. TD pass from Stein, 2-pt. conversion good. CCS...................... 7 0 7 7—21 Chadron................ 6 16 8 16—46

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NOTICE OF MEETING Notice is hereby given that the Regular monthly meeting of the Upper Republican Natural Resources District Board of Directors has been scheduled for Tuesday, October 1, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. MT at the NRD Office, 511 East 5th St, Imperial, NE and the meeting will be held open to the public. An agenda for the meeting, kept continuously current, is available for public inspection at the NRD office in Imperial, the FSA office in Benkelman and the NRCS Office in Grant and Imperial. Terry Martin, Chairman Publish: Sept. 26, 2013.    ZNEZ NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Imperial City Council will hold a public hearing at the City Council Chambers, 740 Court Street, Imperial, Nebraska at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, October 7, 2013 for the purpose of considering a request for conditional use permit by Kelly and Jordan Hammerlun. The permit would be to allow construction of an oversized garage/ shop on a lot that does not have a primary dwelling on Lot #4, Genesis 2000 Addition to the City of Imperial, The size of the building is estimated at 56’ X 36’ X 14’ tall. Public comment may be received through oral testimony given at the hearing or through written comments if received at the City Clerk’s Office prior to the hearing. Jo Leyland, City Clerk Publish: Sept. 26, 2013. ZNEZ

NOTICE In accordance with Section 72205.01 of the Nebraska Statutes, NOTICE is hereby given that the Board of Educational Lands and Funds has adopted a new rental schedule according to classification and a new schedule of valuations for all school and any other lands managed by the Board in Chase County; and that such new schedules, together with a tabulation of the valuation and the amount of semiannual rental of each lease, has been filed in the office of the county treasurer of such county and shall become effective January 1, 2014. BOARD OF EDUCATIONAL LANDS AND FUNDS Publish: Sept. 26, 2013. ZNEZ

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ENDERS WELL SERVICE, L.L.C. Notice is hereby given that ENDERS WELL SERVICE, L.L.C., a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its registered office at 74199 325 Avenue, Imperial, NE 69033. The general nature of its business is to engage in well drilling, water and waste water facilities, installation, repair or service, and do any lawful act concerning any and all lawful business, other than banking or insurance, for which a limited liability company may be organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The company was organized and commenced on September 6, 2013, and has perpetual existence. The affairs of the company are to be conducted by its manager until such time as his successor or successors are selected pursuant to the Operating Agreement of said Limited Liability Company. By the Members of ENDERS WELL SERVICE, L.L.C. Gregory J. Beal. NSBA # 10244 Attorney at Law P.O. Box 90 Ogallala, Nebraska 69153 308-284-4051 office 308-284-3596 fax Publish: Sept. 19, 26 and Oct. 4, 2013. ZNEZ NOTICE OF INCORPORATION NOTICE is hereby given that RiteRate Ag Systems, Inc. has incorporated under the laws of the State of Nebraska with its registered agent, Jeff Olsen, at Imperial, Nebraska. The general nature of the business is to engage in any and all lawful activities, including farming, farm consultations and all other agricultural related enterprises. The authorized capital stock of the Corporation shall consist of 10,000 shares of common stock having a par value of $l.00 per share. The Corporation commenced doing business on August 23, 2013, and shall have perpetual existence. The affairs of the business will be conducted by a Board of Directors and the statutory officers, a president, secretary and treasurer, to be elected by the Board of Directors as deemed advisable. Dated this 23rd day of August, 2013. RiteRate Ag Systems, Inc. A Nebraska Corporation Dudden & Fair, PC, LLO 914 East A Street P.O. Box 60 Ogallala, NE 69153 308-284-6061 Publish: Sept. 12, 19 and 26, 2013. ZNEZ

NOTICE TO BIDDERS Chase County Commissioners are asking for bids for the updating of wiring and lighting in the Chase County Road Shop in Imperial located at 1215 Grant St. Please submit bid to Chase County Commissioners, PO Box 1299, Imperial, NE 69033 or drop off at Chase County Courthouse Clerk’s office, in a sealed, clearly marked envelope by October 8th to be opened at 8:30 a.m., at the regular commissioners meeting. Call 308-882-7520 for bid specifications. Chase County Commissioners reserve the right to reject any and all bids. Publish: Sept. 19 and 26, 2013. ZNEZ NOTICE TO BIDDERS The Chase and Perkins County Board of Commissioners will be accepting bids for a joint project for the removal of an existing bridge and the construction of a new bridge located on the Chase, Perkins County line on Road 750 between Avenues 342 and 343. The bid will include materials, labor, equipment and tools along with appurtenances and accessories. Bidder instructions and further information can be obtained from Chase County Road Department, 308-882-7520 or Perkins County Clerks office 308-352-4643. Please submit bids in a sealed and clearly marked envelope addressed to Chase County Road Department, PO Box 1299, Imperial, NE 69033. Bids need to be received in the mail by October 7, 2013, or delivered in person to Chase County before bid opening scheduled for 8:50 a.m., October 8, 2013, at the Chase County Commissioners meeting Room, 921 Broadway, Imperial, NE 69033. Perkins and Chase County Board of Commissioners reserve the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any informality or technicality. Publish: Sept. 26 and Oct. 3, 2013. ZNEZ NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given by the Mayor and Council of the City of Imperial, Nebraska that a public hearing will be held on October 7, 2013, at 6:00 p.m., or as soon as possible thereafter, at the Imperial City offices, 740 Court Street, Imperial, Nebraska. The purpose of the hearing is to obtain public comment prior to considering a substantial modification to the general redevelopment plan for a redevelopment area in an area of the City that has previously been declared blighted and substandard and in need of redevelopment pursuant to the Community Development Law. The substantial modification will also consider the approval of certain redevelopment projects and the expenditure of certain revenues. The property which is the subject of this notice and the public hearing (the “Project Area”), shall include all real property that is (1) within the area described as follows and (2) also situated within the corporate limits of the City, and no other real property: LOTS 1-23, BLOCK ONE, OF THE HEATHER ESTATES ADDITION TO THE CITY OF IMPERIAL, CHASE COUNTY, NEBRASKA. All interested parties shall be afforded at such public hearing a reasonable opportunity to express their views regarding the plan and project. /s/Jo Leyland, City Clerk Publish: Sept. 19 and 26, 2013. ZNEZ

www.ImperialRepublican.com Sales Every Week! Office 308-882-5128 Mobile 308-882-8330 Lloyd Wilson 308-882-5161 www.imperialauctionmarket.com

Special Calf & Yearling Sale Friday, Sept. 27 1000+ Calves

Parman Ent.—275 Blk steers and heifers, 450-600, preconditioned, no replacements kept Joe Lutz—120 Blk BWf steers and heifers, 400-550 Bob and Julie Stahly—100 Blk Red Angus steers and heifers, 350-550 Stan Brown—55 Blk steers and heifers, 400-500 Guy Rundback—55 blk Red Angus steers and heifers, 400-550 Casey Donahue—50 Blk Red Angus steers and heifers, 400-550 Nick Howard—50 Blk CharX steers and heifers, 400-600 Clay Burrell—65 Blk heifers, 750-825, off grass Shane Christian—45 Blk BWf heifers, 750-850, preg checked open Bill Smith—26 Blk BWf heifers, 450-550, off grass, light yearlings Hubert Haines—25 Blk steers, 600-800, off grass Lisa Reinick—16 Blk heifers, 900-1000, preg checked open Wilson Cattle—25 XBred steers and heifers, 750-800, off grass

Sales every week starting in October. Cafe Open Sale Days Only.

Your right to know EMS calls Sept. 15 7:34 a.m., Standby motocross, Imperial EMS, rural Chase County.

Sept. 16 3:22 game, eta. 5:44 game, rial.

p.m., Standby football Wauneta EMS, Waunp.m., Standby footall Imperial EMS, Impe-

Sept. 18 8:41 a.m., Medical emergency, Imperial EMS, rural Chase County. 10:17 a.m., Two vehicle injury accident, Wauneta EMS, Wauneta.

Sept. 20 12:11 p.m., Medical transfer, Imperial EMS to North Platte. 2:34 p.m., Medical emergency, Imperial EMS, no transport, Imperial. 4:54 p.m., Standby football game, Wauneta EMS, Wauneta. 6:38 p.m., Standby football game, Imperial EMS, Imperial. 8:03 p.m., Medical emergency, Imperial EMS, Imperial.

Sept. 22 9:05 a.m., Medical transfer, Imperial EMS to North Platte. 9:26 a.m., Medical emergency, Wauneta EMS, Hamlet.

Fire calls Sept. 18 10:20 a.m., Two vehicle injury accident, WVFD, Wauneta.

Calls to local law enforcement agencies Sept. 15 4:20 a.m., Business alarm, Imperial.

Sept. 16 3:17 p.m., Suspicious person, rural Chase County. 3:52 p.m., Report of semi all over the road, rural Chase County. 8:03 p.m., Report of kids skateboarding down county road hill, rural Chase County.

Sept. 17 2:01 p.m., Report of possible theft, rural Chase County. 9:47 p.m., Report of lost dog, Imperial.

Sept. 18 10:17 a.m., Two vehicle injury accident, Wauneta.

Thursday, september 26, 2013

Courthouse news

11:43 a.m., Report of possible suicidal person, Imperial. 5:19 p.m., Report of suspicious vehicle, Imperial. 8:32 p.m., Report being shoved, Imperial. 9:17 p.m., Report of youth hurting another youth, Imperial.

Sept. 19 1:11 a.m., Report of possible gun shot, Imperial. 4:20 p.m., Report of possible fraud, rural Chase County.

Sept. 20 8:58 a.m., Report of missing person, rural Chase County. 9:10 a.m., Missing person located, Imperial. 4:53 p.m., Report of sheep out, rural Chase County. 5:39 p.m., Report of person refusing to leave business, Imperial. 11:36 p.m., Report of an open door to business, Wauneta.

Sept. 21 8:23 a.m., Report of possible theft, Imperial. 6:16 p.m., Dog complaint, Imperial.

Sept. 22 9:36 a.m., Report of harassment, Wauneta. 11:31 a.m., Report of vehicle all over the road, rural Chase County. 8:07 p.m., Report of an oversized truck, rural Chase County.

Land transactions Larry D. and Beth Anne Larson to Jonathan E. and Lesley N. Nordhausen, the South 14 feet of Lot 3, All of Lot 4 and the North 40 feet of Lot 5, and a strip of land 16 feet wide lying immediately North of Lot 4, all in Block 3, Mercier’s Addition to the Town of Imperial. Robert D. Longan and Elizabeth A. Longan to Donald Leroy and Bonnie Jean Majors, a Replat of Lot 40 and 41, Max Addition to the City of Imperial.

County court Gaulberto Gamboa, Imperial, No proof of insurance, 7 days jail and costs. Duell B. Stanley, Ft. Lupton, Colo., Speeding, $75 and costs. Jolene D. Muths, Stratton, Speeding, $25 and costs. Hiram E. Rodriguez, Holyoke, Colo., Speeding, $75 and costs. Molly K. Linenberger, Mc-

Cook, Speeding, $25 and costs. Ismael M. Lopez, Imperial, No operator’s license, $75 and costs. Angel A. Carrizales, Minatare, Speeding, $25 and costs. Kelley J. Stahl, North Platte, Speeding, $25 and costs. Rodney A. Brantley, Ogallala, Speeding, $75 and costs. Andrew A. Haldeen, Champion, Fail to use seat belt, $25; Fail to display proper number of plates, $25 and costs. Tom Eugene Ashmore, Imperial, Issue bad check—less than $200, $100 fine, $79.46 restitution and costs. Ascencion Diaz Vasquez, Imperial, Drive CMV without obtaining CDL, $100; Overweight on axle or group of axles, $75; CMV—Fuel system general, $25; CMV—Suspension general, $25; CMV—Marking, $50; Violate farm registration use, $100 and costs. Robert D. Kesterke, Brighton, Colo., No fishing permit, $100 and costs. Marjie A. Buls, Imperial, No license on person, $25 and costs. Hiram E. Rodriguez-Zaras, Holyoke, Colo., Speeding, $25 and costs. Luis M. Rodriquez, Imperial, Issue bad check—less than $200, $50 fine, $33.31 restitution and costs. Francisco Carranza, Wray, Colo., Curbs—Parking on left side of street, $25 and costs. Gaulberto Gamboa, Imperial, Fail to use child passenger restraint, $25 and costs. Mark A. Luevano, Imperial, DUI—1st offense, $500 fine, 6 months probation, driver’s license revoked 60 days and costs. Vanessa Escabar, Aburndale, Wis., No operator’s license, $75; No proof of insurance, $100; Possess/consume open alcohol container, $50 and costs. Marco Castellanos, Aburndale, Wis., Possess/consume open alcohol container, $50 and costs. Duanne I. Jones, Imperial, Fail to use seat belt, $25; No license on person, $25 and costs. Brittany R. Johnson, Imperial, No valid registration— car/pickup, $75; Fail to use seat belt, $25 and costs. Cody E. Siegfried, McCook, Speeding, $25 and costs.

Public notice OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS REGULAR MEETING September 16, 2013 CITY OF IMPERIAL COUNCIL NOTE: A complete text of the Minutes, Resolutions, and Ordinances are on file in the Imperial City Office and are available for public inspection during regular business hours. ABBREVIATIONS; AMPVF = All members present voted for. MC = Motion declared carries. MF = Motion failed. Mayor, Dwight Coleman called the meeting to order at 6:00 P.M. on September 16th, 2013 in the Council Chambers. Present: Councilmembers: Yaw, Reeder, Thompson, and Arterburn. A quorum was declared present, and the meeting continued. MINUTES: To approve the consent agenda, including approval of the minutes September 3, 2013 meeting, accept Treasurer’s report and file it for audit. AMPVF. MC RESOLUTION NO. R13-09-02: To authorize the increase in the city’s spending limit by an additional 1% for fiscal year 2013-2014. AMPVF. MC RESOLUTION NO. R13-09-03 - THE ANNUAL APPROPRIATION BILL FOR THE CITY OF IMPERIAL 2013-2014 - RESOLUTION FOR APPROVAL OF THE ANNUAL BUDGET STATEMENT: To approve Resolution R13-09-03 as presented. AMPVF. MC EXCESSIVE DOG PERMIT: To direct the animal control officers not to issue citations for excessive animals to Dorothy Hixson at 611 Court Street until March 31, 2014 and require that all dogs be licensed no later than October 1,2013 and indicating that the yard must be kept clean and free of animal waste at the location. AMPVF. MC PAY REQUESTS: To authorize payment from the Imperial Construction Fund to Van Kirk Sand &

Gravel in the amount of $52,391.70 and to Miller & Associates in the amount of $26,343.16. AMPVF PROPERTY AT 315 E. 5TH STREET: There is some question about the validity of the address on file for the property owner, so it was the recommendation of the City Attorney, that the property also be posted as to the need for demolition of the unsafe garage. RESOLUTION R13-09-04: Establishing and adopting the City of Imperial Special Fee Schedule attached to this Resolution as Exhibit “A”; to nullify and revoke all special fee schedules adopted before the passage of this Resolution; and revoking and rescinding all previous Resolutions not in conformity with this Resolution. The proposal is to raise the price of toter stickers from $6 to $7, dumpster stickers from $24 to $28, and bags from $2.00 to $2.50. To approve Resolution R13-09-04 to be effective October 1, 2013 with the changes to sticker and bag prices as proposed. AMPVF. MC BUILDING INSPECTOR REPORT: To accept the building inspector’s report and declare a nuisance at 130 E. 17th, and to give thirty day notice for the owner to abate the nuisance . AMPVF. MC ORDINANCE NO. 13-09-02: Annualized salaries and wages for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2013 and ending September 30, 2014 of the City Officers and Employees. To waive the second and third readings of Ordinance No. 13-09-02 so that it may be adopted at this meeting. AMPVF. MC To adopt Ordinance No. 13-09-02 as presented. AMPVF. MC COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: Report given. PUBLIC WORKS: Report given. POLICE: Report given. By unanimous vote the council approved the claims as followed: General Fund Checks #18030

through #18074 in the amount of $70,945.49 Utility Fund Checks #17492through #17538 in the amount of $319,168.31 City of Imperial - Payroll Fund sa $23,022.18; Adams Lumber Co. ex $41.82; Alco ex $11.74; B & D Office City ex $100.51; CAN Surety ex $197.20; Chase County Clerk ex $10.00; Chase County Hospital ex $171.00; City of Imperial - Utilities ex $7,402.71; Frenchman Valley COOP ex $3,542.69; Great Plains Communications se $644.09; Hegwood, Inc. ex $717.75; Hill’s Family Foods ex $2.38; Holiday Farms LLC ex $2,508.00; Imperial Country Ford ex $43.04; Imperial NAPA ex $154.86; Imperial Republican se $345.06; McQuillian Law Office, P.C. se $692.00; Miller & Associates ex $2,149.05; Owens True Value ex $1,622.29; Prairie States Communicates ex $445.50; Principal Financial Group ex $79.20; Scotties Potties Inc. ex $65.00; Super Foods ex $87.70; T.O. Haas Tire ex $102.27; Triple O Service ex $357.22; USA BlueBook ex $192.19; Verizon Wireless se $22.43; Viaero Wireless se $118.44; W.P.C.I. ex $57.00; West Central Development Dist. ex $922.06; Wine Law Services ex $140.00; Emergency Communications Network se $875.72; Maribel Acosta se $37.50; B & D Office City ex $78.66; Baker & Taylor ex $138.76; Center Point Large Print ex $420.63; Ecolab Inc. ex $57.11; McCook Daily Gazette ex $123.00; OCLC ex $118.39; Petty Cash ex $23.89; UMB Visa ex $2,371.83; Upstart ex $79.13; City of Imperial - Payroll Fund sa $19,037.06; Imperial Volunteer Fire Dept. ex $1,585.00; Chase County Community Hospital ex $59.60; Source Gas se $24.76; Ameritas Life Insurance Corp. ex $65.59. The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m. Publish: Sept 26, 2013.    ZNEZ

Outdoor recreationists should stay away from flood waters The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission and the Nebraska Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) urge outdoor recreationists to stay away from standing or moving flood waters in western and central Nebraska. Game and Parks officers rescued a man from the South Platte River west of Big Springs on Sept. 18. Joseph Schneiderwind, 48, of Conifer, Colo., and his brother, Mike Schneiderwind, 54, of Castle Rock, Colo., had launched a canoe on the swollen river, which capsized in debris about a mile east of the

Colorado state line. Joseph Schneiderwind remained on a sandbar while Mike Schneiderwind swam to shore, walked to U.S. Highway 138, which runs parallel to the river and flagged down a motorist for assistance. By the time rescuers arrived in an airboat, the water was chest-deep and Joseph was clinging to a tree. Schneiderwind was transported by ambulance to the Sedgwick County Hospital in Julesburg, Colo., to be checked out and treated for possible hypothermia. NEMA stresses that anyone

who enters swiftly flowing water risks drowning, regardless of his or her ability to swim. The agency offers the following safety tips: • Even shallow standing water can be dangerous for small children. • Vehicles do not provide adequate protection from flood waters, as they may be swept away or break down in moving water. • Do not drive through flooded areas. • Do not drive around road barriers, or traffic barricades, as a road or bridge may be washed out.

Matthew T. Denny, Wauneta, Fail to use seat belt, $25; Speeding, $75 and costs. Darren S. Jensen, Grant, Speeding, $75 and costs. Dianna L. McCleary, Grant, Speeding, $75 and costs. Ruth A. Ramos, Grant, Speeding, $125 and costs. Douglas L. Jaeger, Imperial, Drive under suspension/ before reinstatement, $100; Fail to use seat belt, $25 and costs. Patrick J. Lorance, Windsor, Colo., Speeding, $25 and costs. Anthony Richar Neal, The Dalles, Ore., Speeding, $125 and costs. Chase M. Hallsted, North Platte, Speeding, $25 and costs. Efren Lucero, Laporte, Colo., Speeding, $75 and costs. Brandon M. Goodrich, Northglenn, Colo., No operator’s license, $75; Speeding, $75 and costs. Delbert W. Davison, San Antonio, Tex., Speeding, $25 and costs. Antonio C. Olivas, Imperial, No operator’s license, $75 and costs. Joel M. Hauxwell, Culbertson, Speeding, $25 and costs. T homas L. Batchelder, Greenwood Village, Colo., Speeding, $125 and costs. Francisco Sanchez-Avitia, Wauneta, No operator’s license, $100 and costs. Hannah Walker, Eckley, Colo., Speeding, $75 and costs. Alex W. Moser, Burr Oak, Kan., Speeding, $75 and costs. Paul V. Meredith, Wray, Colo., Speeding, $25 and costs. Wesley R. Block, Gothenburg, Speeding, $25 and costs. Kathryn R. Haxton, Scott City, Kan., Speeding, $25 and costs. Francisco Carranza-Ramirez, Wray, Colo., Careless driving, $100 and costs. Trenton D. Slaydon, Laramie, Wyo., Minor in possession— under 19, $250 and costs. Ernesto Molina, Imperial, No operator’s license, 7 days jail and costs. Brenna A. Hernandez, Colby, Kan., Possess or use drug paraphernalia, $100 and costs. Ronald G. Goetze, Homosassa, Fla., Speeding, $75 and costs. Michael T. Walworth, Enders, Speeding, $75 and costs.

Champion-lamar news By Dona Tropf 882-5901 Bobbi Jo Scott of Thedford spent the weekend visiting her parents, Vernon and Gayle Tropf and other relatives including grandparents, Gordon and Dona Tropf, then returned home Sunday night.

Senior happenings Wednesday, Sept. 18, Brenda Delano and Carol Connette of St. Francis, Kan., visited Farris Bernard. Sunday, Sept. 22, Charley Beard visited his grandmother, Farris Bernard. Saturday, Sept. 21, Shirley Smith visited Farris Bernard.

TOPS news Seven TOPS and two KOPS were present for the Sept. 19 meeting of Imperial TOPS NE0267. Yes-Yes for the week is to eat at least two fruits and two vegetables each day plus a vegetable or fruit. Also, do at least 15 minutes “purposeful” exercise each day. Next week is the last week to gain points for the September Team Challenge. Cheryl collected data for the Fall Rally Contest. Most of the club plans to go to the Oct. 19 Rally in Ogallala. Diann presented a program encouraging exercise. She gave a Prescription for Exercise, an encouragement to schedule exercise, start slow and then build up, keep it interesting, listen to your body and celebrate success. She also presented information on how physical exercise helps develop healthy brains. Just 150 minutes a week of any exercise that increases your heart rate helps boost your brain power—no matter how old you are—by increasing the flow of blood to the brain. TOPS Club meets from 9 to 10 a.m. on Thursdays at the Imperial Community Center, with weigh-ins beginning at 8:30. For more information about TOPS, contact Cheryl at 8830265, read their blog at impe rialnetops.blogspot.com or go to www.tops.org.

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Public notice Board of Education Regular Meeting September 10, 2013 6:00 P.M. Board Conference Room Attendance Taken at 6:00 p.m.: Present Board Members: Thomas Gaschler, Dirk Haarberg, Karl Meeske, Willy O’Neil, Jeff Olsen, Dan Reeves, Gregg Smith, Penny Strand, Sheila Stromberger. Updated Attendance: Dan Reeves was updated to absent at: 7:30 p.m. I. Call to Order Discussion: Those present included the following: Cathy Hanna, Connie Thompson, Kim Wilson, Sheryl Clevenger. Nick Schultz arrived at 6:42 p.m. Jason Speck arrived at 7:30 p.m. Lynn Rinehart arrived at 7:45 p.m. II. Approval of Agenda Motion Passed: Motion to approve the agenda as presented passed with a motion by Karl Meeske and a second by Sheila Stromberger. Cassie Burpo, Abstain; Thomas Gaschler, Yes; Dirk Haarberg Yes; Karl Meeske Yes; Willy O’Neil Yes; Jeff Olsen Yes; Dan Reeves Yes; Gregg Smith Yes; Penny Strand Yes; Sheila Stromberger Yes. III. Approval of Minutes Motion Passed: Motion to approve the minutes as presented passed with a motion by Gregg Smith and a second by Dirk Haarberg. Cassie Burpo, Abstain; Thomas Gaschler, Yes; Dirk Haarberg Yes; Karl Meeske Yes; Willy O’Neil Yes; Jeff Olsen Yes; Dan Reeves Yes; Gregg Smith Yes; Penny Strand Yes; Sheila Stromberger Yes. IV. Approval of Financial Report Motion Passed: Motion to approve the financial report as presented passed with a motion by Karl Meeske and a second by Thomas Gaschler. Cassie Burpo, Abstain; Thomas Gaschler, Yes; Dirk Haarberg Yes; Karl Meeske Yes; Willy O’Neil Yes; Jeff Olsen Yes; Dan Reeves Yes; Gregg Smith Yes; Penny Strand Yes; Sheila Stromberger Yes. Discussion: Supt. Schoeppey briefly highlighed the bill to Watchpoint noting it represents approximately half of security updates and upgrades to be performed throughout campus. Stromberger inquired regarding the approximate $5k increase in the bill payable to Reading Wonders over what the Board originally approved. Supt. Schoeppey and Principal Stewart noted the additional cost was due to an increase in enrollment and the original order was not adequate at some grade levels as well as a few miscellaneous items such as cards to complement the core materials. V. Public Comment Discussion: No comment. VI. Reports VI.A. Activity Director Discussion: Mr. Hauxwell began noting the successful refinish of both the elementary & high school gyms floors, however, he highlighted that now the bleachers will need to be re-adjusted and maintained. He mentioned strong numbers in fall sports as follows: HS football 36, Softball 20, Volleyball 24, Cross Country 17 split 6 girls and 11 boys. He also noted there are 6 JH athletes participating in this first season of JH cross country. He highlighted the weeks upcoming activities and closed noting that Leslie Nordhausen has been a strong assistant addition to helping with the 27 JH volleyball players. Following the report, a brief discussion was held surrounding activity transportation noting two recent driver shortages, due to family illnesses, so administrators have been covering. Stromberger inquired as to what the issue is with getting more drivers and Supt. Schoeppey noted he had no interest in two weeks of the employment ad running. One substitute driver just finished her requirements, which will help some but the shortage will continue in the short term. Mr. Hauxwell also noted the new activity bus is back up and running well. VI.B. Principals Discussion: Elementary Principal Stewart noted she has been working toward completing a new elementary report card, as part of the transition from Reading Mastery standards to NE State standards, updating of lock down procedures, as well as a lunchroom and bus riding procedure and behavior guide for students. In addition, she has been performing daily walk throughs for teacher observations in conjunction with initiating a peer teacher observation program as well. Principal Stewart noted her recent attendance at the ESU15 Principal meeting and IEP and SAT meetings. She highlighted September events including Ms. Tomaso’s receipt of the NATA K-12 Art Educator of the Year Award Sept 20, PT conferences Sept. 24 & 25, fourth & fifth grade field trip Sept. 17 to the Fox Theater in McCook, and the Reading Wonders (RW) in service held Sept 4. Stromberger inquired regarding the transition of the new reading program. Principal Stewart noted she is excited about the dynamics of the RW program and its potential. She said the teachers have done a great job implementing thus far and she is looking forward to seeing student development within the program. In regards to the adequacy of the RW in service, Mrs. Stewart said it was a good follow up to the beginning of the year and noted the trainer indicated he will be available for further training and/ or follow up if needed. HS Prinicipal Sorensen discussed the first time open house held August 22 for students 7-12 noting he received positive feedback from parents, however, would like to coordinate with back to school elementary night and/or

coaches meetings in the future. He noted total HS enrollment at 291 and that the recent tornado drill held Sept. 5th was executed very smoothly. He introduced Ms. Cathy Hanna who gave a brief presentation to the Board regarding her family & consumer science department. She highlighted current class offerings and current strong enrollments. VI.C. Student Board Member Discussion: Board welcomed Cassie Burpo. She noted appreciation of the Board’s decision to waive the yellow slips. She briefly discussed the activities of FCCLA, FFA, FBLA, and Student Council as the year has been kicked off. VI.D. Superintendent Discussion: Dr. Schoeppey noted the start of school has gone very smoothly. He noted an appreciation for the in general positive attitude that exists in the building. It has been a very busy time and the attitude has been fueled by the early success we have seen thru various activities. The only concern he noted is the shortage of drivers regarding transportation. He presented first level Board pins to Meeske, Haarberg and Olsen from the NASB meeting that he and Stromberger had recently attended. He mentioned the November 20-22 state Board meeting requesting interest in order to make reservations as soon as possible. Reeves & Olsen presented the potential for rural transportation pick-up and drop offs to possibly shorten existing routes. VII. Action Items VII.A. Open the 2013-2014 Budget Hearing (6:00) Motion Passed: Made at 6:08 p.m. passed with a motion by Dan Reeves and a second by Dirk Haarberg. Cassie Burpo, Abstain; Thomas Gaschler, Yes; Dirk Haarberg Yes; Karl Meeske Yes; Willy O’Neil Yes; Jeff Olsen Yes; Dan Reeves Yes; Gregg Smith Yes; Penny Strand Yes; Sheila Stromberger Yes. Discussion: Mrs. Schultz inquired regarding bonds and it was noted they represent outstanding debt on the pool/field with approximate term remaining of 20 years, however, it is the Board’s intent to pay off fully within the next year. Discussion noted the adequacy within the proposed budget for construction and maintenance required on the current campuses. Discussion also highlighted that with the increase in property tax valuations, the impact on the levy is an overall decrease, however, the proposed levy will still provide adequate cash reserves pending a future economic downturn. VII.B. Close the 2013-2014 Budget Hearing Motion Passed: Close at 6:20pm passed with a motion by Karl Meeske and a second by Dan Reeves. Cassie Burpo, Abstain; Thomas Gaschler, Yes; Dirk Haarberg Yes; Karl Meeske Yes; Willy O’Neil Yes; Jeff Olsen Yes; Dan Reeves Yes; Gregg Smith Yes; Penny Strand Yes; Sheila Stromberger Yes. VII.C. Approve proposed 201314 General Fund budget at $8,081,328 plus $1,820,613 cash reserve totaling $9,901,941 and ask that $6,129,292.87 including 1% collection fee and delinquent tax allowance be levied upon the taxable valuation of Chase County School District for the 2013-14 budget year. Motion Passed: Motion to approve proposed 2013-14 General Fund budget at $8,081,328 plus $1,820,613 cash reserve totaling $9,901,941 and ask that $6,129,292.87 including 1% collection fee and delinquent tax allowance be levied upon the taxable valuation of Chase County School District for the 2013-14 budget year passed with a motion by Sheila Stromberger and a second by Thomas Gaschler. Cassie Burpo, Abstain; Thomas Gaschler, Yes; Dirk Haarberg Yes; Karl Meeske Yes; Willy O’Neil Yes; Jeff Olsen Yes; Dan Reeves Yes; Gregg Smith Yes; Penny Strand Yes; Sheila Stromberger Yes. VII.D. Approve the 2013-14 Bond Fund amounting to $421,442 and $0.00 cash reserve totaling $421,442 and ask $0.00 including 1% collection fee and delinquent tax allowance be levied upon the taxable valuation of Chase County School District 10 for the 2013-14 budget year. Motion Passed: Motion to approve the 2013-14 Bond Fund amounting to $421,442 and $0.00 cash reserve totaling $421,442 and ask $0.00 including 1% collection fee and delinquent tax allowance be levied upon the taxable valuation of Chase County School District 10 for the 2013-14 budget year passed with a motion by Sheila Stromberger and a second by Dan Reeves. Cassie Burpo, Abstain; Thomas Gaschler, Yes; Dirk Haarberg Yes; Karl Meeske Yes; Willy O’Neil Yes; Jeff Olsen Yes; Dan Reeves Yes; Gregg Smith Yes; Penny Strand Yes; Sheila Stromberger Yes. VII.E. Approve the 2013-14 Qualified Capital Purpose Undertaking Fund in the amount of $350,885 and ask that $161,616.16 including 1% collection fee and delinquent tax allowance be levied upon the taxable valuation of Chase County School District 10 for the 2013-14 budget year. Motion Passed: Motion to approve the 2013-14 Qualified Capital Purpose Undertaking Fund in the amount of $350,885 and ask that $161,616.16 including 1% collection fee and delinquent tax allowance be levied upon the taxable valuation of Chase County School District 10 for the 2013-14 budget year passed with a motion by Sheila Stromberger and a second by Dirk Haarberg. Cassie Burpo, Abstain; Thomas Gaschler, Yes; Dirk Haarberg Yes;

Karl Meeske Yes; Willy O’Neil Yes; Jeff Olsen Yes; Dan Reeves Yes; Gregg Smith Yes; Penny Strand Yes; Sheila Stromberger Yes. VII.F. Approve the proposed 2013-14 Special Building Fund in the amount of $438,096 and ask $252,525.25 including 1% tax collection and delinquent tax allowance be levied upon the taxable valuation of Chase County School District 10 for the 2013-14 budget year. Motion Passed: Motion to approve the proposed 2013-14 Special Building Fund in the amount of $438,096 and ask $252,525.25 including 1% tax collection and delinquent tax allowance be levied upon the taxable valuation of Chase County School District 10 for the 2013-14 budget year passed with a motion by Sheila Stromberger and a second by Karl Meeske. Cassie Burpo, Abstain; Thomas Gaschler, Yes; Dirk Haarberg Yes; Karl Meeske Yes; Willy O’Neil Yes; Jeff Olsen Yes; Dan Reeves Yes; Gregg Smith Yes; Penny Strand Yes; Sheila Stromberger Yes. VII.G. Approve the 2013-14 Depreciation Fund at $420,621, Employee Benefit Fund at $21,373, School Lunch Fund at $259,500 plus $40,318 cash reserve totalling $299,818, Activity Fund at $618,320 plus $30,000 cash reserve totalling $648,320 and Student Fee Fund at $9,766. Motion Passed: Motion to approve the 2013-14 Depreciation Fund at $420,621, Employee Benefit Fund at $21,373, School Lunch Fund at $259,500 plus $40,318 cash reserve totalling $299,818, Activity Fund at $618,320 plus $30,000 cash reserve totalling $648,320 and Student Fee Fund at $9,766 passed with a motion by Sheila Stromberger and a second by Dirk Haarberg. Cassie Burpo, Abstain; Thomas Gaschler, Yes; Dirk Haarberg Yes; Karl Meeske Yes; Willy O’Neil Yes; Jeff Olsen Yes; Dan Reeves Yes; Gregg Smith Yes; Penny Strand Yes; Sheila Stromberger Yes. VII.H. Open Tax Request Hearing to discuss and approve or modify the property tax requests for the 2013-14 fiscal year. (6:30 p.m.) Motion Passed: 6:25pm passed with a motion by Karl Meeske and a second by Dan Reeves. Cassie Burpo, Abstain; Thomas Gaschler, Yes; Dirk Haarberg Yes; Karl Meeske Yes; Willy O’Neil Yes; Jeff Olsen Yes; Dan Reeves Yes; Gregg Smith Yes; Penny Strand Yes; Sheila Stromberger Yes. Discussion: Levy proposed at .81 this year, decreasing approximately .10 from a .91 in the prior year as a result of the increase in property valuations. VII.I. Close Tax Request Hearing. Motion Passed: 6:30 p.m. passed with a motion by Gregg Smith and a second by Dan Reeves. Cassie Burpo, Abstain; Thomas Gaschler, Yes; Dirk Haarberg Yes; Karl Meeske Yes; Willy O’Neil Yes; Jeff Olsen Yes; Dan Reeves Yes; Gregg Smith Yes; Penny Strand Yes; Sheila Stromberger Yes. VII.J. Approval of the resolution setting the tax requests for the General Fund, Special Building Fund, and Qualified Capital Purpose Undertaking Fund for the 2013-2014 fiscal year. Motion Passed: Motion to approve the resolution setting the tax requests for the General Fund at 0.764957 ($6,129,292.87), Special Building Fund at 0.031516 ($252,525.25), and Qualified Capital Purpose Undertaking Fund at 0.020170 ($161,616.16)for the 20132014 fiscal year passed with a motion by Karl Meeske and a second by Willy O’Neil. Cassie Burpo, Abstain; Thomas Gaschler, Yes; Dirk Haarberg Yes; Karl Meeske Yes; Willy O’Neil Yes; Jeff Olsen Yes; Dan Reeves Yes; Gregg Smith Yes; Penny Strand Yes; Sheila Stromberger Yes. VII.K. Elections VII.K.1. Leslie Nordhausen Assistant Jr. High Volleyball Motion Passed: Motion to approve Leslie Nordhausen as the assistant Jr. High Volleyball Coach passed with a motion by Thomas Gaschler and a second by Dan Reeves. Cassie Burpo, Abstain; Thomas Gaschler, Yes; Dirk Haarberg Yes; Karl Meeske Yes; Willy O’Neil Yes; Jeff Olsen Yes; Dan Reeves Yes; Gregg Smith Yes; Penny Strand Yes; Sheila Stromberger Yes. VIII. Discussion Items VIII.A. Chase County Schools Annual Report for the 20122013 School Year Discussion: Report is a good summary of district data for the prior year. Smith noted our schools free & reduced lunch program percentage is well below the states average. He then inquired regarding the adequacy of the schools’ procedures for circulating the free & reduced lunch enrollment paperwork. Procedures discussed were considered adequate notification for the program’s optional enrollment. Olsen also noted the continual increase in ELL numbers and the potential for monitoring additional instructional demand within that program. Attachment is currently not open to the public as information contained within the report is still under a State embargo until some of the data has been finalized. The entire report will be made public in approximately two weeks. VIII.B. Wellington Facility Options Discussion: Supt. Schoeppey suggested that CCS Board facility committee meet with the City Council facility committee to arrive at a recommendation to propose back to the entire Board. The Board discussed the current maintenance costs of the Wellington facility as well as other capital

improvement costs projected to maintain the Wellington facility in the relative short term. Strand inquired regarding what legally can be done and Supt Schoeppey noted that legal counsel has said the Board cannot give away - an attempt has to be made to receive fair market value. Discussion was also held succinctly regarding the disposal of two, one acre land lots that had been previously entitled to CCS. IX. Adjourn Discussion: Meeting adjourned at 8:04 p.m. A T & T, Monthly Service, $146.07; Affiliated Benefits, August 2013, $383.00; ALCO, Cooking Supplies, $15.61; ALCO, Notebooks, $34.96; Allo Communications, Monthly, $4,846.00; Brico Pest Control, Monthly Service, $44.00; Carquest Auto Parts, Turn light Signals, $84.84; Cash-Wa Distributing Co., Disenfectant, $99.20; City Of Imperial, Electric/Sewer/Trash, $12,145.36; CLS Fine Tuning, Piano Tuning, $105.00; Companion Corporation, Alexandria Software Sub, $599.00; Computers, Etc, Silver Thermal Compound, $23.98; Culligan, 56 bags of salt, $507.20; Eakes Office Plus, Red Pens, $1.27; Eakes Office Plus, Hanging File Folders, $173.65; Eakes Office Plus, pens/pencils/post its, $27.29; Eakes Office Plus, Chair, $149.00; Emergency Comm, Code Red Yearly, $1,090.70; ESU #15, Coop Purchase, $843.27; ESU #16, Sped August 2013, $348.50; Fastenal, Janitorial Supplies, $106.13; Fastenal, Janitorial Supplies, $78.28; Fastenal, Janitorial Supplies, $269.99; Frenchman Valley Co-op, Fuel for July/Aug, $1,145.17; Glenda Bierfreund, August 2013, $361.40; Gopher Performance, Weight Bands, $140.28; Great Plains Communication, Telephone, $803.99; Hauff Sporting Goods, Shorthorn Gym Wall Pads, $5,443.20; Hershberger Piano & Organ, Method Book for HS Band, $294.60; Hills Family Foods, Lunch Supplies, $18.26; Hills Family Foods, Eggs, $4.96; Hillyard - Denver, Shine all for Janitorial , $353.24; HireRight Solutions, Inc., Yearly Amount, $250.00; HireRight Solutions, Inc., Background Bus Driver, $23.70; Hometown Leasing, Monthly Lease Amount, $751.93; Houghton Mifflin Co, Precalc Books, $792.08; Imperial Republican, Advertising, $1,364.06; J W Pepper, Music, $408.75; Kearney Quality Sew and Vac, 5 Sewing Machines, $2,574.99; Lakeshore Learning, Freight, $79.99; McCook Daily Gazette, Yearly Subscription, $108.75; McGraw-Hill, Reading Wonders, $883.91; McGrawHill, Reading Wonders, $2,253.33; McGraw-Hill, Reading Wonders, $73,736.60; NASB, Membership Meeting, $130.00; National Geographic, Young Explorer Subscription, $334.95; NE Council School Administrators, NCSA Member fee, $300.00; NE Music Educators Assoc., Rehearsal CD for All State, $78.00; Nebraska Central Equipment, Mid Drive Shaft Bearing, $157.25; Nebraska Central Equipment, Wiper control Arms , $175.90; Nebraska Life Magazine_2, 1 year subscription, $21.00; New Readers Press, Teacher Supplies, $259.95; North Platte Telegraph, Paper Subscription, $138.00; Owens True Value, Postage, $47.23; Owens True Value, Parts/Supplies, $144.65; Owens True Value, Weed Preventor, $80.94; Owens True Value, Postage, $376.37; Owens True Value, Paint and Screwdriver, $53.96; Owens True Value, Supplies, $93.81; Owens True Value, Shovel, $58.43; Owens True Value, Wasp Killer, $29.47; Owens True Value, Paint and Gloves, $150.95; Paul Ekberg, Google Conf/Trans, $572.01; Pearson Education, Envision Math, $920.67; Pearson Education, Envision math, $584.25; Pearson Education, Return, $(566.97); Pearson Education, Return, $(431.97); Platinum T-Shirt and Embroidery, 5 shirts, $80.00; Platinum T-Shirt and Embroidery, Shirts, $34.00; Platinum T-Shirt and Embroidery, Ann Shirts, $103.00; Platinum T-Shirt and Embroidery, Norma Shirts, $68.00; Premier Agendas, Student Handbooks, $2,472.17; Prior’s, Classroom Supplies, $111.41; Pro Ed, World Geo Class Kit, $320.05; School Speciality Education Essentials, Class Record Book, $184.20; School Specialty Supply Inc, Smart Sheets, $203.00; School Specialty Supply Inc, Projector, $639.99; Sinners Paint & Body, Check Alignment, $150.00; Sinners Paint & Body, Check Alignment, $150.00; Sinners Paint & Body, Check Alignment, $150.00; SoftChoice Corporation, Office Professional License, $796.95; SourceGas CCCF, 6/7-7/8, $2,641.58; SourceGas CCCF, 7/9-8/8, $2,479.58; SourceGasCCS, 7/9-8/8, $253.58; Spady, Carol, Mowing, $75.00; SW Ne Solid Waste Agency, Trash Removal, $163.60; T.O. Haas Tire Co., Replace Tire, $264.70; Thompson Company-Maint, Janitorial Supplies, $368.44; Troxell’s Heating and Appliance, Door Latch Kitchen, $195.35; UNISAN, Can Liners/Gloves, $348.61; Verizon Wireless, July/August, $101.52; Total Bills, $129,979.07; Payroll for September 2013, $430,402.22; Total for Sept 2013, $560,381.29; WestPoint LLC, Security Cameras Half Pay, $10,822.23; Grand Total, $571,203.52. Jeff Olsen, Board President Thomas Gaschler, Board Secretary Publish: Sept. 26, 2013.  ZNEZ

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Harvest season nears; travel reminders given As harvest season gets underway, the Nebraska State Patrol is reminding motorists to use extra caution and pay special attention when traveling Nebraska roadways. Drivers can expect to see an increase in agricultural equipment on state roadways. Combines, grain carts, tractors and other agricultural implements typically travel at slower speeds. Due to their dimensions and load, operator visibility is often reduced. Motorists are urged to be cautious when approaching, following or attempting to pass farm vehicles. “It is an important time of year for drivers to exercise caution, especially on our rural roadways,” said Colonel David Sankey, Superintendent of the Nebraska State Patrol.

“In addition to farm vehicles, motorists are also encouraged to watch out for wildlife often shifting locations due to the increase in activity,” he said. Operators of agricultural implements are reminded they may travel upon the shoulder of the roadway when available. They are also reminded of the need for Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) warning triangles and to utilize their flashing yellow caution lights whenever they are on the road. When turning left from a roadway into a field or farm entrance, operators are cautioned to be aware of vehicles attempting to pass them. If an occupant restraint system is available in the implement they are driving, operators are encouraged to buckle up.

Milk moustaches could yield big prizes Flash best milk mustache smiles at breakfast, in class, during recess After heading back to school this fall, students across the Midwest will be asked to create their very own milk mustache poses for a chance to win Midwest Dairy Council’s Fuel Up with Milk World School Milk Day Contest, open from Sept.18 to Oct. 2. World School Milk Day is celebrated this week on Sept. 25. To celebrate, teachers and students are encouraged to submit photos of themselves wearing real milk mustaches or milk mustache stickers while participating in various school activities—eating breakfast or lunch, working at a computer, doing a favorite physical activity or simply posing with a teacher or school principal. Full contest details and contest rules can be found at MidwestDairy.com/rewards. One Grand Prize winner will receive a $1,000 Fuel Up to Play

60 Game Time Rewards Prize Locker and two soft-sided Fuel Up to Play 60 coolers. Ten second-prize winners will be chosen to receive Fuel Up to Play 60 Game Time Rewards Prize Locker worth $500. Twenty third-prize winners will receive a soft-sided Fuel Up to Play 60 cooler. “We are looking forward to reviewing the submissions for this contest,” said Bridget Sheehan, a registered dietitian with Midwest Dairy Council. “We are encouraging schools to join in the celebration and be one of many schools from more than 40 countries recognizing the importance of school milk on World School Milk Day,” she said. Fuel Up to Play 60 provides an opportunity for students to collaborate with their peers to showcase what they have learned about “fueling up” with nutrient-rich foods and getting at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day. Students and teachers can view other schools’ submissions or get involved with the program by visiting www. FuelUpToPlay60.com.

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Lady Knights knock off #6 Central Community College The North Platte Commu- Conference crown. nity College Lady Knights The Lady Knights were led volleyball team defeated the by Sabrina Hallahan with 12 #6 Central Community College kills on the night. Samantha Lady Raiders (14-4) last Thurs- Kennedy had a double-double day night in five sets (15-25, with 10 kills and 10 blocks. 28-26, 25-22, 19-25, 15-13). Joli Hopping led the Lady The win was a pivotal one Knights with 25 assists and for both the Region IX Divi- Shannon Liewer of Imperial sion number one seed in the had 35 digs to lead the team. post-season tournament and “We beat a great team toin the race for a Nebraska night,” said head coach Sally Denver;Troxell’s Heating & Appliance;E41320;3.79x5 Community College Athletic (b1) Thalken. “Our kids played

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Bowling news 2013 Kids Sept. 16 Team standings—Team 1 3 won 0 lost, Team 5 3 and 0, Team 4 2 and 1, Team 3 1 and 2, Team 2 0 and 3, Team 6 0 and 3. High individual boy’s scratch game— Mikael Kuhlmann 120, Taylor Jablonski 118, Logan Jussell 109. High individual girl’s scratch game— Kora Weiss 74, LaReina Colton 67, Kambree Meeske 67. High individual boy’s scratch series— Taylor Jablonski 213, Logan Jussell 200, Trevor Peterson 200. High individual girl’s scratch series— Kora Weiss 132, Jordan Jablonski 120, Jolee Schoenholz 111.

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Woolly Bully, cheerleaders, band all add to night’s atmosphere Last Thursday’s home volleyball game was well attended as the Lady Longhorns hosted the Wauneta/Palisade Lady Broncos. Adding to the atmosphere was an appearance from Woolly Bully, above, who joined the cheerleaders for many of their chants and cheers. Below, Director Agnes Strand, wearing her “Band Geek” T-shirt, leads students in several rousing numbers during the evening. (Republican photos)

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Longan, Ohlson team up to win Ladies League Tournament Annie Longan and Keri Ohlson ended tourney play with 130 to take top honors in the Ladies League Tournament at the Enders Golf Course. Diane Mathews and Pat O’Brien ended with a 137 to take second place and in third were Terry Yost and Marla Smith with 139. Format for the 27-hole tournament was Best Ball the first nine holes, second week Scramble and Scotch Ball the third week.

Championship Flight—1. Annie Logan and Keri Ohlson, 43+38+49=130; 2. Diane Mathews and Pat O’Brien, 44+43+50=137; 3. Terry Yost and Marla Smith, 45+42+52=139. First Flight—1. Evonne Poppe and Sue Sorge, 46+40+47=133; 2. Tonda McGarr and Karen Denker, 48+46+48=142; 3. Jennifer Stafford and Mandi Kramer,

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48+46+64=158. Flag Prizes: #1 Longest drive in fairway, Lynsie Crider. #2. Closest to pin on drive, Karen Denker. #3. Longest putt, Keri Ohlson. #4. Closest to pin with chip, Lori Sis. #5. Closest to pin on third shot, Cate Weiss. #6. Closest to pin on third shot, Beth Loop. #7. Longest putt on green, Annie Longan. #8. Longest putt on green, Sue Sorge. #9. Closest to red flag in fairway, Annie Longan.

Two-couples scramble held at Enders Lake Golf Course Two couples, Alex and Christy McNair and Brady Torpin and Tiffany Reeves teamed up to win the Two-Couples Scramble held Sept. 22 at the Enders Course. The couples carded a 63 for the day, one stroke out of second place couples of Brad and Lisa

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Championship Flight—1. Alex and Christy McNair, Brady Torpin and Tiffany Reeves, 31-32=63; 2. Brad and Lisa Hagaman, Shannon Northcutt and Jenna Velder (Yuma, Colo.), 30-34=64; 3. L. Denker, Klima, 3233=65; 4. (tie) Werners, DeSelmo, Burrell, 32-34=66; Fulton, Luhrs, 3333=66; Neff, Kuenle, 33-33=66. First Flight—1. Edwards, Livengood, 35-30=65; 2. Bauman, Teply, 3433=67; 3. K. Denker, R. Einspahr, 35-33=68. Second Flight—1-2. (tie) Davis, Reimer, 36-34=70; J. Weiss, D. Schilke, 36-34=70; 3. (tie) Loop, Beard, 36-35=71; Longhofer, D. Carman, 36-35=71. Third Flight—1. Space, Kelley, 3734=71; 2. Wright, Mekelburg, 3735=72; 3. Pofahl, Brott, 40-37. Flag Prizes: #1. Longest drive in fairway (men), Shannan Northcutt. #2. Closest to pin on drive, Jenna Velder. #3. Longest putt on green, Brandon Beard. #4. Closest to pin on second shot, Marcie Kelley. #5. Longest putt on green, Janet Roberts. #6. Longest drive in fairway (women), Tiffany Reeves. #7. Closest to pin on drive, Pam Neff. #8. Longest putt on green, Lisa Hagaman. #9. Closest to red flag in fairway, Katie Brophy.

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HOMES FOR SALE Good used 16 X 80, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Can be seen by appointment. Stahla Homes, W. Hwy 30, Kimball, NE. 308235-2750 or 308-235-5373. I1612c See the new Show Homes at North Shore Lodge, Lake Mac, by appointment. Stahla Homes, W. Hwy 30, Kimball, NE. 308-235-2750 or 308235-5373. Homes by Champion and Chief Custom Homes. I1612c New Champion or Chief Custom Homes. Stahla Homes, W. Hwy 30, Kimball, NE or 460 E. Chestnut, Sterling, CO. 308-235-2750 or 308-235-5373 or 970-522-6803. I1612c New Homes beginning at $39,900. Stahla Homes, W. Hwy 30, Kimball, NE or 460 E. Chestnut, Sterling, CO. 308-235-2750 or 308-235-5373 or 970-522-6803. I1612c For Sale by owner: Well maintained, approximately 2000 sq. ft. home with large detached 2 car garage and underground sprinklers. 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom on main floor with 2 additional non-conforming bedrooms and 3/4 bathroom downstairs. New carpet in living room and basement. Newer windows and furnace/AC unit. For more information contact Lisa Mintling, 308-883-0185 or Ryan Mintling, 308-883-1250. I221p

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THANK YOU THANK YOU Thanks to all the people who stopped by or sent cards wishing our mom, Goldie O’Neil, a happy 90th birthday on Sept. 12th and to Mica Maucher for the beautiful flowers. She had a wonderful day and the happiest birthday! It was truly appreciated! Thanks to you all! I22p THANK YOU Thank you so much for the wonderful tribute to Amanda Thursday evening. Our family was deeply touched by the great support by the volleyball team, coaches, parents and community. We are so blessed to live in this town. Thank you for your continuing support and prayers. God bless. Amanda Poppe Johnson family I22p

SERVICES ­ ETERANS Service Office is open V each Mon. and Tues., 1-4 p.m. at the Imperial Community Center building in Imperial. Call 308-882-5017 during regular hours. Service officer’s number is 308-882-5568. A call to 1-800-8271000 may save a trip to our office. tf NOVUS AUTOGLASS repair and replacement. Joe and Ann Ross, Madrid, Neb. 1-800-754-7129. Gtf Retired nurse will trim your toenails and fingernails in the comfort of your own home (or will trim them in my home if your prefer). For more details call Delores Francis at 308-882-3029. I194c Don’t like to paint? Call Jerry at 308883-1152, leave a message. Interior, exterior, trim. Also repair screens and windows at your home. I222c Carman’s Heating and Cooling. Check, service and repair for heating and cooling. Doug Carman, 308-882-5432 or 308-882-1481. Iw221c

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Frasier, Benkelman residents receive award near Benkelman. Several of the leaders of that response volunteered their time sitting on a Community Preparedness Committee, which develops and reviews preparedness plans as well as other preparedness activities, such as conducting exercises and emergency planning. The award reads “The community as a whole showed exceptional volunteerism and cooperation as they came together to respond to this accident which included nearly 300 victims.” School buses and their drivers were on scene shortly after

Elaine Frasier and the citizens of Dundy County recently received the 2013 Local Hero Award from Neb. Lt. Gov. Lavon Heidemann. The award was presented during National Preparedness Month. The “Be Prepared” awards program is in its sixth year of honoring Nebraskans who volunteer their time and energy to support preparedness in Nebraska communities. The Dundy County community showed outstanding volunteerism and community preparedness efforts during the 2011 Amtrak derailment

first responders to transport train passengers. Local farmers brought ATVs and pickups to haul luggage. Classrooms emptied to assist victims in the school gym, used as a shelter. Food and water came in by the pickup loads. Nurses, law enforcement, EMS and fire personnel showed up, ready to help. Businesses allowed their employees to help in the response and sheltering of victims. It was estimated there were around 500 volunteers and 5,000 volunteer hours spent responding to the emergency.

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Curiosity, or one of the many spacecraft in orbit of Mars would be able to produce a photograph. As the comet continues to travel on its million-year trip in from the outer solar system it will pass close to and around the sun on Nov. 28, Thanksgiving Day. Traveling at a close distance of 700,000 miles from the sun there is the possibility the comet could either be destroyed by the sun’s heat and intense gravity or break up completely. That is why the comet is called a “Sungrazer.” At present, the comet is only visible to those using larger telescopes—larger than 10-inches in diameter. It could be possible to view the comet using binoculars beginning about Oct. 13. On that date there will be a very handy helper to help locating the comet, the planet Mars in the early morning hours before local sunrise. The comet will be just to the upper right of the planet about one degree away. In fact, Mars and the comet will be in the same field of binocular view until the end of October.

The comet is still coming. Comet ISON that is. Officially designated Comet C/2013 S1, it is basically a hunk of frozen water and rock with small, gravel or grain of sand-sized bits with perhaps some carbon dioxide thrown in for good measure. After its initial discovery in January of this year, there was some hope that ISON could perhaps put on a great show in November becoming a very bright comet. However, as we get closer to the Nov. 28th date when the comet will do a close turn around the sun, such hopes have been fading by the week. Really, astronomers have no way of knowing just how bright any given comet will be. At most it is just an educated guess, but it is still just a guess. Comets have a way of doing strange things. On Thursday, Aug. 1, ISON was at its closest distance from the planet Mars, some 6.7 million miles compared to the 39.9 million miles it will be from Earth at its closest point. There is some hope that the cameras on the Mars rover,

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day, Sept. 26. On Wednesday, Sept. 25, an almost third-quarter moon will be near the star Aldebaran in the constellation Taurus, the Bull at midnight. Friday morning, Sept. 27, the moon and Jupiter will have a meeting before local sunrise. It won’t be as close as they have been in the past—just 10-degrees apart—they will be closer on Saturday morning Sept. 28, just five degrees away. The moon continues on, its crescent growing thinner by the day until it meets the planet Mars on Monday, Sept. 30. On Tuesday, Oct. 1, the bright star Regulus, the brightest star in the constellation Leo, the Lion will join the moon and Mars making a nice triangle in the early morning sky. Be out looking at least an hour before local sunrise. In the morning sky, very bright Venus and dimmer Saturn are still making a nice showing in the early evening sky in the west. Last week Saturn was above Venus, but this week they have moved to where Saturn is about sevendegrees to the right of Venus. Next week—Will comet ISON break up when it goes around the sun? What then? Also, more astronomical blather.

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Eliminating any standing water is vital to reducing the habitat for mosquitoes to breed. Symptoms of WNV can vary, according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC). • Most people, approximately 80 percent or four out of five, who are infected with WNV will not show any symptoms at all. • Up to 20 percent of the people who become infected have symptoms such as fever, headache, body aches, nausea, vomiting and sometimes swollen lymph glands or a skin rash on the chest, stomach and back. • A few people, about one in 150, will develop severe illness. Severe symptoms can include high fever, headache, neck stiffness, stupor, disorientation, coma, tremors, convul-

Three more positive tests of West Nile Virus (WNV) among residents living in southwest Nebraska has been reported to Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD) within the last seven days. Confirmation came from lab testing by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. That brings the case total to four in this area. “It is important to take the necessary precautions to avoid getting bitten by mosquitoes,” states Tami Herskowitz, surveillance nurse at Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department. “West Nile Virus is not limited to the locations which have positive tested pools of mosquitoes or residents. Since our rain arrived late, so have the mosquitoes,” she said.

sions, muscle weakness, vision loss, numbness and paralysis. “West Nile Virus spreads when mosquitoes get the virus from infected birds and pass it on to other birds, animals and people,” states Herskowitz. “There is no vaccine, but there are simple steps you can take to avoid getting the virus.” To avoid mosquito bites, the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services recommends: • Applying mosquito repellent containing DEET, picaridin or oil of lemon eucalyptus. • Wearing long-sleeved shirt, pants and socks. • Avoiding going out at dawn and dusk when mosquitoes are most active. • Eliminate standing water to reduce mosquito breeding sites.

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Dawn Weber of Champion drives Bodacious Bertha, a 1952 John Deere R owned by Dirk Bauerle of Imperial, at the Benkelman Antique Tractor Pull held Saturday. Weber’s pull of 272.3 feet was good enough for second place in Division III of the 7500 lb. weight class. She also placed first in the 7000 lb. class and third in the 6500. (Wauneta Breeze photo)

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