INDEPENDENCE — An attempt by ambulance services in Montgomery County to have a county subsidy restored to a 2 mills was denied by county commissioners on Monday.

On July 21, commissioners agreed to reduce the county ambulance subsidy, which is appropriated to ambulance services in Coffeyville, Independence, Caney and Cherryvale, in the 2009 budget from 2 mills to 1.5 mills. The commission was able to cut the mill levy by one-half of one mill because of higher property valuations in Montgomery County, meaning that the 2009 mill levy would generate more income at 1.5 mills than at 2 mills in 2008.

At 1.5 mills, the ambulance subsidy is expected to generate $734,564 in 2009. The current 2008 county budget has the ambulance levy at 2 mills, which is generating $602,263 for the four ambulance services in Montgomery County.

While city leaders said they appreciated the additional revenue, they wished to have the mill levy restored to the 2-mill levy because of the rising cost of fuel, equipment and supplies.

“The costs of providing an ambulance service are far outweighing the income we’re getting from local and county taxpayers,” said Jim Wilhelms of the Coffeyville EMS Service, who also said that Medicare and Medicaid reimbursements for emergency services continue to be cut.

Wilhelms pointed to a Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement schedule, showing the amount of money that the federal government will provide for a patient’s emergency care. For example, a person undergoing cardiac arrest on an ambulance will require the use of a chest monitor device, which has a $30,000 price tag. The federal government’s reimbursement on a per patient basis is about $75.

Trey Cocking, Cherryvale city administrator, appealed to the commission to publish the county’s proposed 2009 budget with the ambulance subsidy restored to 2.0 mills. When the commission has its public hearing concerning the 2009 budget on Aug. 5, the commission can decide at that time to lower that ambulance subsidy to 1.5 mills or have it placed at 2.0 mills for the 2009 budget year. The commission cannot increase that levy above 2.0 mills.

“I know it’s easy for you to sit there and say, ‘Hey, we’re cutting your levy but giving you more money’,” said Cocking. “But we desperately need that levy to be restored to 2 mills. Between the four ambulance services in Montgomery County, we’re already experiencing a $300,000 loss.”

However, plans to restore the ambulance subsidy to its full funding did not find any favor among a majority of the commission.

“That is not my intent,” said commission Gene Tucker regarding Cocking’s plea to restore the full 2.0 mills.

“Mine either,” echoed commission chairman Billie Lewark-Wood. “We will publish the 2009 budget with the 1.5 mills. My suggestion is that you work with the 1.5 mills for one year and let us know how it works.”

Commissioner Tony Fowler did not say anything during the discussion.

The leaders of the four ambulance services said after the meeting that dipping into local tax levies — which is the dominant source of revenue for local ambulance services — may be the only way they can receive more income for their ambulance programs.

In 2002, then-commissioners Rudy Taylor, French Hey and Lee Mattix agreed to raise the ambulance levy from 1.0 mills to 2.0 mills because of a new fee structure implemented by the federal government as well as reimbursement cuts from Medicaid and Medicare. Raising that levy to 2.0 mills was effective for only one year, however the ambulance levy had been maintained at 2.0 mills since that time.

Commissioners suggested that the four ambulance services return to the commission in 2009 with proposed budgets on how their ambulance subsidy would be used.

Alexa Maulsby, a member of the Fawn Creek 4-H Club, was the grand champion winner in the rabbit show at the 87th Annual Montgomery County 4-H Fair in Independence on Thursday night, July 24.  An audio interview of Maulsby will be posted on this site later.  4-H fair events continue Friday, Saturday and Sunday before culminating with the livestock auction on Monday night at 7 p.m.   Check by at this website for daily updates from the Montgomery County 4-H Fair.  

Two members of the Valley Victors 4-H Club were named king and queen of the 87th Annual Montgomery County 4-H Fair on Tuesday night. Prior to the fair’s annual Style Revue at the Independence Memorial Hall, Grant Gartner and Tina Voelker were named king and queen.  First runners-up were Sam Burdick of the Cheery Cherokees and Shannon Blaes of the Happy Hustlers.  Second runners-up were Brice Rohling and Amber Traxson, both of the Peppy Progressive 4-H Club. Fair activities continue on Thursday, July 24, with the rabbit show. More fair judging events will be held on Friday, July 25 through Sunday, July 27 at the Independence Riverside Park.  The fair’s annual livestock auction will be held at 7:30 p.m., Monday, July 28. Read the July 24 edition of the Montgomery County Chronicle for more details about the Montgomery County 4-H Fair. — Andy Taylor 

Buried in Elk City’s Oak Hill Cemetery is the grave of a woman whose past is centered around the deaths of 53 Union soldiers during the Civil War.

Her name was Martha Ferguson, and she died in Elk City in 1901. However, some 35 years before death, she lived in Kentucky with her husband, Champ Ferguson. It was Mr. Ferguson who had a deep hatred toward the Union cause — so much so that he became a cold-blooded serial killer. He was arrested and convicted of killing 53 Unionists, and he eventually was hanged for his murderous deeds.

Professor Brian McKnight of Angelo State University wrote a story about the life of Martha Ferguson. You’ll enjoy reading it on page A5 of the July 17th Montgomery County Chronicle.

BY ANDY TAYLOR
Montgomery County Chronicle

CANEY — Enrollment in Caney Valley schools will be open to out-district students until Sept. 22, USD 436 Board of Education members determined Monday.

The board voted 5-1 to accept Superintendent Danny Fulton’s recommendation to continue the district’s policy for open enrollment. Enrollment in local schools will remain open to out-districts until Sept. 22, which is the day when schools in Kansas certify their enrollments with the Kansas State Department of Education.

Voting in favor of the measure were board members David Deal, Tim Rigdon, Suellen Holtzman, Debbie Morrison and Sherry Rackliff. Opposing the measure was board member David Young. Board member Jack Kopfman was absent from Monday’s meeting.

Out-district students must reapply for admission to USD 436 each year and must sign a contract with USD 436 saying that the student will adhere to all district policies. The student must also meet all academic criteria and not have a history of poor behavior or discipline at other school districts.
Should the acceptance of out-district students create a financial burden on USD 436, then the board at that time will

In other business transacted at Monday’s meeting, the school board voted 6-0 to grant 3 percent pay hikes to school faculty, thereby bringing the base salary to $32,445.  Additional money was also granted to a faculty member’s single insurance plan.

More details about the school board meeting are printed on page A1 and A4 of the July 17th Montgomery County Chronicle

INDEPENDENCE — The 87th Annual Montgomery County 4-H Fair got underway Tuesday, July 15, with the presentation of 4-H youths dressed in their Sunday best.

The annual fashion fair was held in the Independence Civic Center. Several dozen 4-H youths donned hand-made or store-purchased garments and modeled them for judges.

Those students will model their clothing at a style revue set for 7 p.m., next Tuesday, July 22, at the Independence Memorial Hall.

Prior to the style revue, the fair king and queen will be announced. King and queen candidates from each of the Montgomery County’s nine 4-H clubs will be represented.

Fair activities will continue next Wednesday, July 23, with the set-up of livestock buildings at Riverside Park. Livestock entries will be accepted on Thursday, July 24.

Also on July 24, the livestock judging will begin with the rabbit show at 7 p.m.

Events on Friday, July 25, include the entry of indoor exhibits at 8 a.m., the conference judging of all food exhibits from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., the judging of all indoor exhibits and poultry at 1 p.m., and the presentation of indoor awards at 5:45 p.m.

The annual 4-H fair food auction will begin at 6 p.m., followed by the swine show at 7 p.m.

On Saturday, July 25, events include the dairy goat show at 8 a.m., the bucket calf exhibitor interviews and dairy cattle judging at 9 a.m., the judging of arts and craft exhibits from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and the bucket calf showmanship contest at 6 p.m. The beef show will begin at 7 p.m.

On Sunday, July 27, an inspirational celebration will be held for 4-H exhibitors at 9 a.m., followed by a photo judging competition at 3 p.m.

The Montgomery County Young Farmers and Ranchers will sponsor a Kiddie Tractor Pull at 4 p.m. The meat goat show will be held at 6 p.m., followed by the sheep show.

The presentation of livestock awards will be held at 6:45 p.m., Monday, July 28, followed by the start of the annual livestock premium sale at 7 p.m.

To learn the names of the 4-H Fair  King and Queen, log on to www.taylornews.org next Tuesday night.  The Chronicle will provide daily updates from the Montgomery County 4-H Fair.

BY ANDY TAYLOR
Montgomery County Chronicle

CHERRYVALE — The president and vice president of the USD 447 Board of Education will serve in the positions for the 2008-09 year without the full support of the board.

At Monday’s monthly meeting of the school board, board president Lance Carter was re-elected to his position as board chief on a 4-3 vote. Board member Sharon Wadman was chosen to serve as vice president on a same vote.

Board members Lance Carter, Sharon Wadman, Cody Smith and Gina Booe voted in favor of both measures while board members Tina Cunningham, Michelle Loganbill and Bruce Thornton voted against the measures.

The board typically selects the board president and vice president on unanimous votes (although only a majority vote is needed). Board members, including the three dissenters, did not say anything regarding their votes.

Prior to Monday’s school board meeting, the Montgomery County Chronicle received a copy of an e-mail sent to all board members from board president Lance Carter.  In the e-mail, Carter openly asks the board to reappoint him to the position of president and to name Wadman as vice president.

The Montgomery County Chronicle checked into the legality of a governmental official to use e-mail to solicit votes prior to that vote being made public.

A story in the July 17th edition of the Montgomery County Chronicle details the Chronicle’s search into the legality of the e-mail and what governmental trade groups say is permissible.  The story appears on page A1.

BY ANDY TAYLOR
Montgomery County Chronicle

CANEY — Two Caney residents were arrested late Tuesday night, July 8, after a marijuana growing operation was found in a local home.

Rick Pell, police chief, said Tim and Teresa Ingram were arrested in their home at 110 E. Third following the execution of a search warrant. Pell said an anonymous tip from a citizen alerted the Caney Police Department to the marijuana cultivation operation in the Ingrams’ attic.

Pell described the operation as “sophisticated” because of the volume and arrangement of equipment used in the growth of marijuana plants. The equipment included a water circulation system that recycled the water used in the plants’ growth. Various fertilizers and other plant growth-related chemicals were found in the attic as were several growing lights that were set up on a timing device to provide the optimum amount of light.

Two rooms in the attic were used in the operation. One room started as an incubator for the marijuana seeds while a second room contained more mature plants. Dried marijuana leaves were found throughout the attic and throughout the house, including in the kitchen and freezer.

Several hand-written notes on the wall of the attic revealed some of the ratios of chemicals used in the cloning and/or fertilization of the marijuana plants, Pell said.

Other drug paraphernalia was found in a detached garage, Pell said.

The street value of the confiscated marijuana was estimated between $150,000 and $200,000, Pell said.

“This was definitely a large-scale operation – very sophisticated,” he said.

Upon entering the home, police discovered Tim Ingram in his bedroom reaching for a gun in a dresser. Law enforcement officers were able to nab Ingram before he was able to clutch the weapon in a clothes drawer.

Two children in the home were taken into protective custody following the Ingrams’ arrests, and Pell said the Ingrams would likely face several charges, including child endangerment and possession of marijuana with intent to sell. Formal charges are expected to be issued against the couple later in the week.

Pell said police officers and other law enforcement officers involved in the arrests and investigation were troubled to find marijuana pipes and marijuana leaves sitting next to various children’s articles, including markers and coloring books, on a coffee table in the Ingram living room.

“I think that pretty tells the story of this family,” he said.

Members of the Coffeyville Police Department and the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department assisted the Caney Police Department in the arrest of the Ingrams as well as the follow-up investigation.

“This is the second major drug bust we’ve had in Caney in as many weeks,” said Pell, noting that a methamphetamine laboratory was discovered in a South McGee Street home two weeks ago.

Pell urged citizens to contact the Caney Police Department concerning suspected drug activity in their neighborhood.

SALES & AUCTIONS:

PRIVATE SALE: O’Brien Mini Storage is hereby given notice that on July 24, 2008, a private sale at 10 a.m. will be held for the purpose of satisfying a landlord’s lien on the contents of self serve storage rooms. All goods described household. Unit #05-12-12A-31; 24 and 29, Baxter; 26, 31, 25, 03, 16 Oswego.             LC28-1t
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HUGE RUMMAGE-ESTATE SALE: Furniture, antiques, carnival glass, guns, toys, welder, dishes, clothing, books, lots other! Friday-Saturday 8-5; Sunday 1-5, 11079 Rooks Road, Oswego, 620-795-4702.             LC28-1t
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HAVANA: Toddler clothing 3T and down, toys, adult clothing, some furniture and knick-knacks. Havana, one block west of post office, Saturday 8 to ? Rain will cancel.
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CANEY: Two family yard sale, Saturday, July 12, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine. One mile east of Caney 4-way stop, turn north at Kopco go 1.1 miles. Boat w/70h motor, compound bow, Little Tykes toys, saddles, golf clubs and more toys.     MC-H28-1tp
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SEDAN: Multi-family garage sale. Saturday, July 12, 8:30 - ? 422 West Cherokee. Baby and children’s items. Lots of misc. CQ28-1tp
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MOLINE: Anna Brown estate sale. July 18-19, 9-6. 210 N. Pine, Apt. 5. Bedroom suite, dining set. Lots of misc. 2 orange/tweed recliners.     CQ28-2tb

ITEMS FORS ALE:

AIR CONDITIONER FOR SALE: 18,000 BTU. Good condition. $125. Call (620) 336-2498.              MC-T28-1tp
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BARRELS: Trash barrels with lids, $5 each; white plastic barrels, $10 each. 1004 Mulberry, 620-236-7267.     LC20-tf
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APPLIANCES: Whirlpool refrigerator, 5 years old; Hotpoint Refrigerator; Woods Frost Free Upright Freezer, all work good. 620-597-2680, 918-533-6000.     LC27-tf
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ANTIQUE BUFFET FOR SALE: Nice antique buffet, excellent condition, $350 firm.  Call 620-577-2231.      CQ19-tfn-nc
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SHIPPING CONTAINERS: 20×8x8; 40×8x8; 48×8.5×9.5. Camlock doors, hardwood floors support forklift. Delivery available. 1-785-655-9430 Solomon; 620-277-2367 Garden City.www.chuckhenry.com complete web listing, photos, specs, pricing.     (KCAN)
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PIANOS: Cutting Wheat? We’re cutting prices! Over 125 grand, vertical and digital pianos by Kawai, Steinway, Yamaha, Baldwin & more. Mid-America Piano, Manhattan, www.piano4u.com. 1-800-950-3774.     (KCAN)
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HOT TUBS: Hot Tubs, Walk In Bathubs, Infrared Saunas, factory direct pricing. Call 1-800-869-0406 for price list and pictures. We deliver. Town Center Showcase, Lincoln, NE.             (KCAN)
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SWIMMING POOL: Pool Cool! Cool Off in a Huge 31’x19’ Pool w/deck, fence, filter, ladders. Only $799! 100% financing! w.a.c. Install extra. 3-Day Installation! Call! 1(800)852-7946 limited area.     (KCAN)

VEHICLES FOR SALE:

3 WHEEL ELECTRIC HANDICAP SCOOTER, has 2 new 8 hr. batteries. Gave $2,800. 5 years old, Looks like New. $400 Firm. Call 1-620-778-1941.     LC28-1tp
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19’ BASSTRACKER BOAT w/ 110 hp motor, trolling motor, fish finder, trailer has new lights, $3500 OBO. 620-795-4680, 620-423-2415 leave message.     LC25-tf
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1993 SUZUKI 800 INTRUDER MOTORCYCLE: One Owner, Low Miles, 50 MPG, Always Garaged, Excellent condition, $2950. 918-541-5123.     LC27-tf
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CAR AUCTION: ‘67 Big block Corvette, ‘68 Plymouth GTX, ‘59 Willys Jeepster & more at The Branson Auction, Sept. 12-13. Consign your car today! 800-335-3063. www.bransonauction.com.     (KCAN)
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1989 FORD RANGER PARTS: Rebuilt transmission, 3,000 miles on it; transfer case; both axles; 3 inch suspension lift. 918-533-0611.             LC39-tf
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1986 FORD THUNDERBIRD: V6, automatic, PS, PB, air, CD player, new tires, 98,000 miles, $2,000. 620-795-2617 or 620-778-3747.                 LC15-tf
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2005 FORD F-150 XL: 2WD, 4.2L V6, 5 speed, 50,000 miles, bug shield, tinted windows, window visors, tool box, bed liner, towing package, custom side decals, new tires. 918-533-0611.     L27-tf
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1980 EL CAMINO: 1980 Chevy El Camino, 267 cu. inches, auto, no rust, no dents, new tires, all original, runs great. $3900 or best offer. Call 620-647-8130.      MC-W28-4tp
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TRUCKS/TRAILER For Sale: 1998 GMC Sonoma 2WD - 2002 Dodge Ram 1500, Quad Cab, 2WD - 2007 Park, 16 1/2 ft. flat bed trailer. Call Richard or Marty at 620-374-2127.                 CQ27-2tb
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RV FOR SALE: 1981 Winnebego RV, $1,700. Howard, Kan.  620-515-4939.      CQ25-tfn
Want to Make a Difference?

SPECIAL NOTICES:

EMT Informational Meeting: Elk County EMS will be holding an informational meeting at the Ambulance Barn, 130 S. Pennsylvania, Howard, KS on Saturday, July 12th at 8:00 AM.  Find out what it takes to be an EMT.  Education could be available for qualifying persons.  Elk County offers medical benefits, KPERS, vacation and more for full time employees.  Must be 18 years or older to attend.  Call Ken Mitchell at 620-374-3505 for questions.                  CQ27-2tb
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International Students: Host a high school-aged international student from one of 40 different countries. Call today for more information.  Sudy at 1-877-238-8729. (KCAN)
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Kansas Shrine Bowl: July 26, Emporia, Benefiting Shriners Hospitals for Children. 1.800.530.5524, ksshrine.com. 5K, Arts & Crafts Fair, Parade, Poker Run, Kids Fair, HS Combine, All-Star Football, and MORE.                 (KCAN)

BID NOTICES:

NOTICE TO BIDDERS
1988 Mazda pickup truck
The City of Caney, Kansas is accepting sealed bids on a 1998 Mazda pick-up truck.  The truck is being sold “as is”.  Arrangements can be made to view the truck by calling City Hall at (620) 879-2772. All bids must be in sealed envelopes clearly marked “Mazda Pick-Up Truck Bid” and brought to the Office of the City Clerk between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.  Bids must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, July 18, 2008.  Bids will be opened at the City Council meeting on Monday, July 21, 2008.  The City reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids.    MG-C28-1tb

WANTED:

WANTED: Old, obsolete firearms. Gun parts bought and sold. Freedom Gun Shop, Chetopa. 620-236-7177.     LC40-tf
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WANTED: Junk cars and trucks, pay cash. 918-533-2417, 7 days a week.     LC23-26tp
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PETS & ANIMALS:

HORSES: 13 hands tall, 5 yr. old Appaloosa mare, loveable and rideable, $250; 14 hands tall, 5 yr. old Quarter Horse, $250; 15 hands tall, 8 yr. old Arabian Mare, very tame, rides well, $600 with tack and saddle. 918-541-3820.     LC27-tf
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FREE DOG to good home. 620-597-2680 or 918-533-7940.     LC27-tf
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FREE TO GOOD HOME: Adult cats and kittens. We will pay to have them spayed/neutered. Call (620) 795-2144 and leave a message.     LC28-1t
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Free to a good home! Two black nine week old rabbits. Hand raised and friendly. To be given as pets only! Call after 5 p.m. 620-647-3342.      CQ28-1tb

LOST & FOUND:

REWARD: For the return of 1 year old neutered male cat. Long-haired, white with orange markings. Answers to “Joe”. Lost in Oswego. Children’s pet. Very sadly missed. Call (620) 795-2144 or (620) 795-2487. Please leave message.     LC28-1t
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REWARD OFFERED: Lost  – Willie, 11-month old, all gray, neutered male cat. Contact Bill or Vicky Haselwood, 620-336-2585, Cherryvale.      MG-H28-2tp

HELP WANTED:

CNA Position on 2-10 and 10-6 shift. Full time shift differential. Contact Dana at Chetopa Manor, 814 Walnut, Chetopa, KS or 620-236-7248.     LC27-5t
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ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for full time pre-press operator with Macintosh experience using Quark, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop and other related programs. Day shift position for motivated, reliable individual. Send resume to P.O. Box 372, Parsons, KS 67357.             LC27-2t
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PARAPROFESSIONAL: Caney Valley School District #436 is accepting applications for a Pre-Kindergarten Paraprofessional at Lincoln Elementary School. This is a full-time position. Applicant must meet the following requirements:
•  Have a HS diploma or GED and
•  Complete 48 hours at an institution of higher education or
•  Obtain an associate’s (or higher) degree or
•  Pass a State approved assessment that assesses the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.
Applications for the position are available at the Board of Education Office, 700 E. Bullpup Blvd., Caney, KS  67333. Applications are due by Friday, July 18, 2008.
If you have any questions concerning the positions requirements, contact Jeannette Bellmyer at 620-879-9200.
Caney Valley Schools USD 436 is an equal opportunity and a drug free workplace.
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TEACHER: Zion Lutheran School seeks full time certified teacher for 5/6 grade for the 2008-2009 school year. Full benefit package. Resumes should be sent to Zion Lutheran School, 301 S. 11th Street, Independence, KS 67301. Call 620-332-3331 or zion@terraworld.net.      MC-L27-2TB
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Flint Oak has an immediate full time opening for self-motivated, responsible individual. Position requires automotive / farm equipment repair and maintenance experience. Will also assist in farming, hunting, and shooting activities. Benefits include insurance, ITA/retirement with a competitive wage. Applications at flintoak.com/contact us/jobs, or call 620-658-4401 ask for Sharon or Rob.
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SERVICE REP: We are seeking dynamic, customer service oriented individuals with great communication and typing skills needed to work on behalf of our company. This service representative will earn up to  $3,000 monthly. No job experience needed. email david.mark190@gmail.com if interested.             CQ28-2tp
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CASE MANAGERS: Labette Center for Mental Health Service, Inc. is looking for individuals to work as Case Managers with Adults in our CSS program, and individuals to work as Case Managers with children in our CBS program. The position of a Case Manager requires a Bachelors degree in Human Services. Competitive salary and benefits include BCBS health insurance, life insurance and KPER’s retirement. Interested individuals can send a cover letter and resume to LCMHS, Inc. Attn:  Human Resources, PO Box 258, Parsons,  KS  67357-0258 or you can email your resume to khorn@lcmhs.com. Information about Labette Center for Mental Health Services, Inc. can be obtained at www.lcmhs.com. EOE. LC28-2t
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BORDER PATROL AGENTS: The United States Border Patrol is now hiring.  Agent salary is approximately $70,000 per year within the first three years of employment. Border Patrol Agents enjoy excellent federal benefits that include medical and retirement plans. Call 1-888-376-6419 or visit www.borderpatrol.gov.     (KCAN)
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Supplemental Income. Place & Supervise international high school students in families in your community! Training, compensation, international travel incentives. Call Sudy 1-877-238-8729. (KCAN)
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Awesome First Job!! Now hiring motivated sharp individuals to work and travel entire USA.  Paid training. Transportation,Lodging furnished. Call today, Start tomorrow.  1-877-646-5050.     (KCAN)
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Foremen to lead utility field crews. Outdoor physical work, many positions, paid training, $17/hr. plus weekly performance bonuses after promotion, living allowance when traveling, company truck and benefits. Must have strong leadership skills, good driving history, and be able to travel in Kansas and nearby States. Email resume to Recruiter25@osmose.com or apply online at www.OsmoseUtilities.com. EOE. M/F/D/V.     (KCAN)
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Host Families sought for Foreign Exchange Students, 15-18 years old.  Has own spending money & insurance, Call Today! American Intercultural Student Exchange, 1-800-SIBLING. www.aise.com.     (KCAN)
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Nat’l Organization Now Hiring. Avg. Pay $20/hour or $57K/yr. including Federal Benefits and OT. Placed by adSource 1-866-498-6846.     (KCAN)
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Drivers-Students: Start your new career with Sponsored Training or Tuition Reimbursement! Possible $40k 1st year! Exp’d Drivers ask about our $5000 Sign-on! www.ffeinc.com. 800-569-9232.     (KCAN)
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Drivers: 13 Drivers Needed! Sign-on Bonus. 35-42 cpm. Earn over $1000 weekly. Excellent Benefits. Need CDL-A and 3 mos recent OTR. 800-635-8669.     (KCAN)

AREA SERVICES:

DIVORCE, BANKRUPTCY: $35. Guaranteed. Name Change, Will, Incorporation, Win Lottery, Living Trust, Living Will, etc. 316-685-1112. www.legalselfkits.com. 2250 N. Rock Rd., #118-221 Wichita, KS 67226.             MC-M28-1tp
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CARPET AND UPHOLSTERY CLEANING: 30 years experience, commercial or residential. Vernon Sandusky, 620-922-3322.
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UNCLE KEN’S COIN: Turn your broken unwanted gold jewelry into cash. Also buying old coins and currency. Uncle Ken’s Coin in Independence, 9-5 Weekdays, 10-3 Saturdays. 888-222-8058 toll free.     MC-K24-6tb
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OSBORNE ROCK HAULING, LLC: Rock, Sand, Topsoil, Fill Dirt & Lime. 620-795-2749 or 620-423-2532.     LC31-tf
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PLUMB & SQUARE CONSTRUCTION now offering seamless gutters, many color options; specializing in roofing; new construction, renovations; decks; custom handrail; sheet rock; plumbing; electrical; soffitt; fascia; painting; doors and windows. (620) 762-3561. Eric Blundell, Owner/Operator.     LC41-tf
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Beeson Electric, LLC: Ben Beeson, Insured Electrician. New - Remodel - Home Repair - Oil Field, etc.  620-205-8046 CQ28-1tb
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WILLIAMS TREE SERVICE: Insured, free estimates, stump grinding, trees trimmed, brush and tree removal, chipper, bucket and grapple truck. Can’t reach or lift, call 620-374-2247.             CQ1-tfn
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THOMAS TREE SERVICE: Tree trimming, removal and stump grinding, have chipper, grapple and bucket truck. Insured. Call for free estimates, 620-725-5722 or 620-249-8773.                 CQ-tfn
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GREENWOOD TREE SERVICE AND GENERAL EXCAVATION AND CONCRETE: Licensed, Bonded, Insured. Phone 620-778-9224.     LC3-tf
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Lazy Bear Computers: in-home repair and upgrades. We come to you. 620-725-5465, 620-330-0330, www.lazybearcomputers.com. mjking@lazybearcomputers.com.      CQ1-tfn
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That Computer Guy, Sedan, Kansas: Call Frank Fosnight for free estimates 620-725-4118.    CQ25-tfn
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Gragg Dozer Service, Inc.
Dozers, trackhoe, motor-grader
and dump trucks
Basements-Ponds-Lagoons-tree removal-trenches-septic tanks
Pond waters and general dirt work
Hauling dirt, rock, gravel
Howard, Kan.
Bryce: 620-205-9933 /  Ernie: 620-330-1467
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Dozer for hire: D8 and D6, trackhoe, dump trucks, new ponds, pond repairs, brush and hedge row clearing, road construction and rock hauling.  Riggs Welding, (620) 736-2038.      CQ1-tfn
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CUSTOM FENCE BUILDING
New, rebuilt, fence removal, clearing
Corrals and pens
HAROLD RIGGS FENCING
Severy, Kan.
620-736-2242 Cell 620-779-1813
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MR. HANDYMAN NOW HAS ROTO SEWER CLEANING SERVICE. Call 620-725-3010. CQ1-tfn
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SEPTIC TANKS: Sold and installed. Contact Roland Meisch at 620-374-2556.     CQ1-tfn
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WICKHAM TRUCKING for your rock, sand, and dirt needs. Call 620-725-3317 or 620-249-2867.     CQ1-tfn
Social Security disability claims; Saunders & Saunders Attorneys at Law.  No recovery, No fee!  1-800-259-8548.     (KCAN)

FOR RENT:

FOR RENT IN OSWEGO: Nice 3 bedroom home. Central H/A, Stove, Refrigerator and Garage w/Carport. Deposit Required. 646 Kansas. No Pets. $300/mo. + $300 deposit. Call 795-2653 after 5:30 p.m.     LC26-tfn
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FOR RENT IN OSWEGO: 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath house, $350 month/ $350 deposit. 626 Kansas. 620-795-4390.     LC28-2tp
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FOR RENT IN OSWEGO: OFFICE/STORE SPACE, approximately 2,000 sq. ft. in downtown Oswego on Commercial St. Call 405-691-1282 or 405-205-4398.     LC18-tf
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FOR RENT IN OSWEGO: Nice 2 and 3 Bedroom mobile homes, 2 Bath, Appliances, Central Heat and AC. 620-795-2471.    LC27-tf
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Hud Homes! 5/BR $524/Mo! 3 BR $199/Mo! 5% down 20 years @ 8% apr. for listings call 1-800-585-3560 ext. 8468.     (KCAN)
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Howard Housing Authority have openings in our 2 & 3 bedroom apartments. Apartments are well insulated, carpet in living room and bedroom, central heat and air.  Each apartment has connections for a washer and dryer.  City utilities are now paid directly to the Housing Authority so you won’t have the City utility deposits to pay. Come by for a look at our apartments with no obligation.  Apply at 134 E. Washington,  Howard, KS   Office Hours:  Monday-Thursday  8-12 & 1-5.  Equal Opportunity Housing.     CQ28-1tb

REAL ESTATE:

Sedan: Two Excellent Home Sites: 220 N. Douglas has a “super location” to downtown; 601 N. Hooper is a “kid’s paradise.” Both are “quality built.” 220 N. Douglas has a “touch of yesteryear” and 601 N. Hooper has a “country atmosphere.” Both are a “delight to see” and we are proud to show them. Give us a call.
Longhorn Realty
121 N. Chautauqua • Sedan, Kansas
620-725-3321
620-346-2361. CQ28-2tb
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WEIGAND.COM
106 S. Cedar, Howard - Two bedroom, one bath, hardwood floors, CH/A, corner lot, $25,000.
333 S. Oak, Howard - Two bedroom, one bath, new windows and doors, central heat/air, garage, $20,000.
Judy Nungesser, Realtor
JP Weigand & Sons, Inc.
620-374-2400 - Howard
jnungesser@weigand.com
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Land for sale: 96 plus or minus acres, 50 acres tillable small pond with Plum Creek running through it, timber, lots of wildlife, excellent hunting, near hwy. 400 and 99 north, Severy, Kan., $100,000. Call 918-543-2488.             CQ05-tfn
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OSWEGO: 5 BEDROOM, 3 bathroom ranch style home on (2.5) acres, 2290 sq. ft. with fireplace and deck in Oswego, KS. Located across the street from the golf course and 1/4 mile from high school. Remodeled in 2008. New flooring, $72,500. Call 620-236-7277.             LC28-1t

MOBILE HOMES:

100% GOVERNMENT LOANS: Zero down if you own land or still owe money on your land. Brick skirting, porches, driveways, gutters and landscaping available (Site Built Appearance). Bad credit, OK. Trades welcome. Limited time only, FREE GAS for 6 months. Call 918-832-1776.     MC-L28-4tb
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Government Loan Program for landowners. Zero down and low payments. Bad credit and bankruptcy is okay. Will remove existing homes. Improvement packages available. Call Heath at 918-576-3696 for your approval.      CQ22-tfn
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New Close Outs: 2 - 28×80 homes with 2×6 walls, Thermo Tilt Windows, Northern Zone insulation, 4 ton central air, 16” o.c. studs through out, $62,900 each. Free delivery and set up within 100 miles. Financing available. Kansas Mobile Homes, 3627 Main, Parsons, Kansas. Daily till 6 p.m. Saturday 9-5, Sunday 12-5.     CQ27-2tb

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SPECIAL GOVERNMENT PROGRAM: Zero Down, NO MONEY OUT OF YOUR POCKET! If you Own Land or Family will give you Land. Bad Credit OK. 918-832-9888.     CQ26-6tb

ADOPTIONS:

ADOPTION: Affectionate, young couple has loving home to give your baby. We want to be there for you. Expenses paid. Please call Jackie and Scott at 1-866-230-8349.                   (KCAN)
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ADOPTION: A young happily married financially secure couple with
daughter long to share hearts and home with newborn. Expenses paid. Lauri/ Jonathan 1866-227-7747, Pin 7918.     (KCAN)
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ADOPTION: Loving financially secure  married couple want to give your newborn our love and a happy and secure home. Call our attorney about Amy/Ira 800-492-2011.                 (KCAN)

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS:

Airlines Are Hiring: Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified. Job placement assistance. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance. (888) 349-5387.     (KCAN)
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Attend College Online from home: Medical, business, paralegal, computers, criminal justice. Job placement assistance. Computer available. Financial aid if qualified. Call 866-858-2121, www.CenturaOnline.com.             (KCAN)
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MISSOURI WELDING INSTITUTE: Nevada, Missouri. Become a Certified Pipe/Structural Welder. Graduate in 18 weeks, earn up to $35/hour. Companies calling weekly searching for our graduates. 1-800-667-5885.    (KCAN)

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY:

ALL CASH CANDY ROUTE. Do you earn $800 in a day? Your own local candy route. Includes 30 Machines and Candy. All for $9995. 1-888-753-3441.     (KCAN)