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Long named warden at SCF By Jeff Rice Staff Writer Associate Warden Jeff Long has been named warden of Sterling Correctional Facility. Long has served as interim warden since April of this year when Warden Matt Hansen was promoted to Deputy Director of Prisons at DOC headquarters. Long is one of five new wardens CDOC announced Tuesday, July 30. Long joined the CDOC in 2005 and has worked his way up through the correctional series rank, after starting as a Correctional Officer I. He has

developed, analyzed and created administrative regulations, policies and procedures for all custody levels within the CDOC. He has deep connections to the Sterling community, having grown up in the area. DOC Executive Director Dean Williams said the newly appointed wardens were selected from a highly qualified and experienced group of applicants, and will all bring considerable leadership skills, knowlCallie Jones / South Platte Sentinel edge, and personal integrity to Top winners at the Logan County Fair "Stars, Stripes and Summer Nights" 4-H Fashion Revue Friday. their new positions. “We are incredibly lucky in From left: Aly Young, Grand Champion Senior Division and Reserve Champion Encore Division; Natalie See LONG, 3 Adels, Reserve Champion Encore Division; Ayla Baney, Grand Champion Intermediate Division; Mattea Pelton, Reserve Champion Intermediate Division; Alexis Gentry, Reserve Champion Junior Division; and Piper Withers, Grand Champion Junior Division.

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By Callie Jones News Editor From an apron made of neckties to prom dresses, there was a variety of creative looks on display Friday as fashion took center stage at the Logan County Fair during the “Stars, Stripes and Summer Nights” 4-H Fashion Revue, held at Sterling High School. This year’s show featured 20 judged entries. Participants in four divisions decorated or conJeff Rice/ South Platte Sentinel structed a garment and then Jeff Long discuses a DOC program with local citizens during a town modeled it. hall meeting in May. Those in the Junior, Interme-

diate and Senior Divisions were judged on posture, poise, grooming, attitude, and the outfit on the model. This includes becomingness to the model, choice of texture, color and style, fit and accessories. The Encore Division is judged on suitability of the clothing to the person, appropriateness for the occasion, and fit. This year’s winner in the Junior Division was Piper Withers. She wore an outfit she designed for her first year of Upcycle Your Style, featuring a denim skirt with white stars

painted at the bottom using a stencil and handmade red, white and blue tassels that were sewn onto the pockets of her skirt and in a flag pattern on her white T-shirt. To accent the blue tassels on her shirt, she incorporated star buttons to complete the flag. Withers received a flower bouquet donated by Logan County Extension and a $15 gift certificate donated by Quilts-NCreations. Reserve Champion for the Junior Division was Alexis Gen-

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Chamrocks 4-H launches Great Western Tire acquires Sterling site recycling project at fair Staff report The Logan County Fair is officially underway, which means the fairgrounds will soon be filling up with crowds of people. And with the crowds come mounds of trash generated each year at the fair. Members of the Chamrocks 4-H Club voted earlier this year to start efforts to recycle some of that trash. They received

approval from the Fair Board for the project, then visited with Bernadette Marick, a 4-H leader herself, and decided to begin on a small scale. Since most beverages now are sold in plastic bottles, plastic was chosen as a target to begin with. The club purchased cardboard recycle “bins” that will be placed in both the Livestock Barns and in the Event

Center. The bins can be folded and stored for next year if the project is successful. Members and their families have signed up for times during the week to empty the bins, which they are hoping will fill up quickly each day. All the plastic collected will be dumped into special recycling containers. Marick Waste Disposal is pro-

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By Sara Waite Editor The tire store located at 1020 W. Main St. in Sterling is under a new name and new ownership since June 1. Great Western Tire, a familyowned business based in Oakley, Kansas, purchased the shop as part of what co-owner Ryan Thompson called “an expansion kick.” The business has been

operating under the Great Western Tire name since the 1970s. Thompson’s father, Curtis, started with the company in 1972 as a service truck driver. In 1987, he purchased the Oakley shop and his sons, Ryan and Curtis James “CJ,” grew up in the business. Ryan went off to school and got an accounting degree, while his brother stayed home to help

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STERLING POLICE DEPARTMENT July 30 At 4:07 p.m. Cruz Ivan Morales, 19, of Sterling, was arrested in the 1700 block of Evans St. on a warrant for failure to appear. At 8:45 p.m. Shashawna Bessie Lanae Johnson, 41, of Sterling, was issued a state summons in the 1300 block of Platte St. for harassment. At 12:54 a.m. Tara Ann Maestas-Loft, 23, of Sterling, was arrested in the 1500 block of W. Main St. on charges of two counts of failure to appear, five counts of failure to comply, one count of possession of a schedule I/II controlled substance and one count of violation of a protection order. July 29 At 2:14 p.m. Joseph Michael Gallagher, 38, of Sterling, was arrested in the 300 block of Fairhurst St. on a warrant for the following charges: Providing false information to a pawn broker, theft - $300 to $750, third degree criminal trespass, and four counts of violation/revocation of bail bond. He was also issued a state summons for theft - $50 to $300 and third degree criminal trespass. At 10:40 a.m. Christine Ann Marie Reuter, 49, of Sterling, was issued a municipal summons in the 21100 block of Leisure Ln. for theft. At 2:03 p.m. Miguel Eugene Ramirez, 40, of Sterling, was arrested at Sterling Police Department on a warrant for failure to appear. July 28 At 7:12 p.m. Jarred Israel Knight, 42, of Sterling, was issued a Logan County ticket in the 400 block of E. Broadway St. for abusing toxic vapors. At 7:10 p.m. police took a report of a theft that occurred in the 600 block of Hamilton St. An LG smartphone, valued at $100, was stolen. At 4:20 p.m. Kenneth Lee Frick, 32, of Sterling, was arrested in the 2400 block of E. Chestnut St. on charges of assault in the third degree and domestic violence. July 27 At 4:46 p.m. police took a report of a theft that occurred in the 100 block of Beattie St. An orange Honda lawn mower, valued at $800, and a white, orange and black Stihl leaf blower, valued at $200, were stolen. At 2:00 a.m. Shawn Alan Duffy, 42, of Sterling, was issued a municipal citation in

the 400 block of S. 11th Ave. for trespassing. At 10:28 a.m. Carrie Christine Howard, 28, of Sterling, was arrested in the 100 block of Washington St. on charges of violation of a protection order and violation/revocation of bail bond. July 26 At 2:34 p.m. Jerry Little Feather St. John IV, 26, of Sterling, was arrested in the 300 block of Broadway St. on two warrants out of Logan County Sheriff’s Office for failure to comply. At 9:05 p.m. Marlena Marie Mayhill, 39, of Sterling, was arrested in the 700 block of W. Main St. on a warrant out of SPD for failure to appear. At 5:59 a.m. police took a report of vandalism/damage to property that occurred in the 400 block of N. Third Ave. A 2002 General Motors Corp. Envoy, valued at $500, was damaged. At 1:38 p.m. Lynne Teter, 60, of Fort Morgan, was arrested on Highway 14 on charges of driving under the influence, careless driving, failure to drive in a single lane, following too closely, failure to drive on the right side of the road and driving with an open alcohol container in the vehicle. July 25 At 8:01 p.m. Jim Gibson, 57, of Sterling, was arrested in the 200 block of N. Seventh Ave. on a warrant out of Larimer County for failure to comply. July 24 At 12:30 a.m. police took a report of a trespassing incident that occurred in the 500 block of Oak St. A Gatorade bottle, valued at $1, was stolen. July 22 At 5:57 p.m. 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer, driven by John Lehmkuhl, 32, of Sterling, and a 2013 Cadillac SRX, driven by Micheale Miller, 43, of Sterling, were both stopped at the red light in the eastbound lane at the intersection of W. Main St. and Sixth Ave. Lehmkuhl was distracted by a fly inside his vehicle and began accelerating before the light turned green, striking the rear end of the Cadillac. No injuries were reported. Lehmkuhl was cited for following too closely. July 20 At 6:55 p.m. a 1994 Toyota pickup, driven by Alexis Tait, 18, of Sterling, was traveling east on the 500 block of Kochia Way. A 2010 Hyundai Elantra, owned by Belia Rivera, of Sterling, and a 2004 Honda Pilot, owned by

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Brandi Bueno, of Greeley, were parked outside of 501 Kochia Way, facing east. The Toyota veered to the right and crashed into the back of the Hyundai, causing the Hyundai to crash into the Honda. No injuries were reported. The Toyota and Hyundai sustained severe damage and the Honda sustained slight damage. Tait was cited for careless driving. July 19 At 10:10 a.m. a 2018 Volvo VNL300, driven by Michael Thyfault, 53, of Brighton, was stopped at the intersection of N. 10th Ave. and W. Main St. facing south. A 2002 Saturn L200, driven by Karen Richards, 57, of Sterling, was stopped behind the Volvo facing south. The Volvo backed up, colliding the rear of the trailer with the front of the Saturn. No injuries were reported. Thyfault was cited for improper backing. July 18 At 3:37 a.m. police took a report of a automobile trespassing incident that occurred in the 1000 block of S. 11th Ave. At 1:52 a.m. police took a report of a motor vehicle theft that occurred at Platte St. and Weston Ct. A 2008 Pontiac G6, valued at $4,000, was stolen. July 17 At 11:53 p.m. a 1997 Honda Civic, driven by Chaze Winters, 37, of Sterling, was traveling east in the 100 block of Logan St. A 1985 International truck, owned by Concrete Specialties, was parked in the 100 block of Logan St. in the south side of the street facing east. Winters fell asleep at the wheel causing a collision with the rear of the truck. Winters was injured in the accident. There was no damage to the truck, but moderate damage to the Honda. Winters was cited for careless driving. July 16 At 3:55 p.m. a 1991 Buick Century, driven by Anita Fielder, 84, of Sterling, was driving west in the 200 block of Hamilton St. A 2004 Mazda 6, driven by Samantha Gamez, 32, of Sterling, was parked in front of 213 Hamilton St. facing east. Gamez was speaking to the woman at 213 Hamilton St. while she was picking up her child. The Buick collided with the left front bumper of the Mazda with its left rear side door. The Buick proceeded to drive west in the 200 block of

Hamilton St. going up onto the curb then back off, it then stopped at the stop sign at S. Third Ave. and Hamilton St. The Buick turned around and parked near the curb in front of 207 Hamilton St. Fielder had a small skin tear on her left thigh. EMS treated her on scene and gave her a bandage. No other injuries were reported. Both vehicles sustained moderate damage. Fielder was cited for careless driving. July 10 At 7:14 p.m. a Mongoose DXR-AL bicycle, being ridden by Tejay Fetzer, 20, of Sterling, was traveling southbound on Evans St. A 2005 Pontiac Vibe, driven by Kimberly Campbell, 54, of Sterling, was traveling westbound on W. Logan St. The bicycle failed to stop at the stop sign at the intersection of Evans St. and W. Logan St. and collided with the Pontiac in the intersection. Fetzer was thrown from the vehicle and landed 20 feet west of the collision, sustaining injuries. The bicycle sustained significant damage overall and the Pontiac sustained moderate damage to the front bumper and significant damage to the windshield. Fetzer was cited for failure to stop at a stop intersection. July 6 At 1:11 p.m. police took a report of a non domestic disturbance at the Family Dollar, 100 W. Broadway St. 15.

LOGAN COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE July 29 At 8:58 p.m. Katrina McCaffry, 34, while at the Logan County Jail, was served a warrant for failure to comply. July 27 At 9:03 p.m. Pedro Landaverde-Fuentes, 27, was arrested at mile marker 143 on Interstate 76 on charges of driving while license is restrained, reckless driving, driving under the influence and reckless endangerment. At 2:00 a.m. Samuel Green, 55, while at the Logan County Jail, was served a warrant for failure to comply. July 26 At 10:00 p.m. Frank Baron, 27, was arrested at mile marker 400 on Highway 6 on a charge of driving while license is revoked as a habitual offender. At 1:53 p.m. Tristan Shaffer, 23, while at the Logan County Jail was served a warrant for failure to comply. At 1:26 p.m. Micah Kaiser, 42, was arrested in the 12200 block of Highway 61, in Sterling,

on a warrant for failure to comply. At 5:38 a.m. Diana MacGowan, 27, was arrested in the 200 block of N. Third St., in Iliff, on a warrant for failure to comply. July 25 At 3:50 p.m. Shaun Evans, 41, was arrested in the 12200 block of Highway 61, in Sterling, on a charge of contempt of court. At 12:02 a.m. James Gandee, 51, while in the Logan County Jail, was served a warrant for contempt of court. July 24 At 12:38 p.m. James Adamson, 33, was arrested in the 16200 block of Front Ave. on charges of possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of a schedule I/II controlled substance and a warrant for failure to appear. At 10:30 a.m. Anthony Michael Beaulieu, 29, while in the Logan County Jail, was charges with obstructing a peace officer. At 10:21 a.m. Spencer Nash, 28, while at the Logan County Jail, was served a warrant for contempt of court. At 8:25 a.m. Christina Celestino, 31, while in the Logan County Jail, was charged with vehicular eluding, reckless driving and reckless endangerment. July 23 At 5:05 p.m. Isa Rivera, 33, was arrested in the 12200 block of Highway 61 on a warrant for failure to comply. July 22 At 12:25 p.m. Joshua Sanchez, 38, while in the Logan County Jail, was served a warrant for contempt of court. July 21 At 4:22 p.m. Ronald Decker, 57, was arrested in the 32400 block of Highway 138, in Iliff, on a charge of first degree criminal trespass of a dwelling. At 2:35 p.m. Alberto Rios, 38, while at the Logan County Jail, was served a warrant for failure to comply. July 19 At 4:33 p.m. Ronald Hopkins, 47, was arrested at mile marker 17 on Highway 113 on a warrant for failure to appear. At 2:27 p.m. Kenneth Johnston, 40, while at the Logan County Jail, was served a warrant for failure to appear. At 2:27 p.m. Lorenzo Salinas, 45, while in the Logan County Jail, was served a warrant for contempt of court, failure to appear. At 2:21 p.m. Spencer Nash, 28, while in the Logan County Jail, was served a warrant for contempt of court.

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Long named warden at the Sterling Correctional Facility Continued From Page 1 this state to have a high level of dynamic leadership from the wardens in our prison facilities,” Williams said. “I believe these newly appointed wardens will help shepherd our department into the future with their fresh ideas and a focus on innovation and collaboration within the walls, and on the outside in their local communities. We look forward to seeing all the contributions they will continue to make to the Department.” The other four new wardens named Tuesday are Patsy Hartley at San Carlos Correctional Facility/Trinidad Correctional Facility; Thomas Little at Colorado State Penitentiary, Sean Pruitt at Arkansas Valley Correctional Facility and Matthew Winden at Centennial Correctional Facility. Hartley began her career with the CDOC as a Correctional Officer I at the Limon Correctional Facility in 1994. Consistently promoting upward through the correctional series, she has been assigned at six facilities and has held numerous different positions throughout her career. Most recently she served as the Associate Warden at Trinidad Correctional Facility. Little started at the CDOC as a Correctional Officer I in 1998, working with the Youthful Offender System. He came to the CDOC after receiving an honorable discharge from the United States Marine Corps. He most recently served as the Associate Director of the Colorado Department of Corrections Training Academy where he oversaw the training program for all new DOC employees, providing strategic leadership that is helping to shape the future staff of the department. He has worked in 5 CDOC facilities and was a member of spe-

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cial teams for 15 years. Pruitt is coming full circle, returning to the Arkansas Valley Correctional Facility where he started his career back in 1995 as a Correctional Officer I. Since that time he has worked his way up through the correctional series ranks, having worked at 5 different CDOC facilities. Most recently, Pruitt worked as the Associate Warden at Centennial Correctional Facility. Winden began his career with CDOC at the Delta Correctional Center in 1997, starting as a Correctional Officer I. He has

extensive experience in training and motivating teams, and previously served as the Manager of Faith and Citizens Programs, working with many of CDOC’s volunteers and stakeholders. Most recently. Winden was the Associate Warden at Fremont Correctional Facility. Sterling Correctional Facility is Colorado’s largest prison with a capacity of 2,585 inmates. All three of Colorado’s death row inmates are housed at SCF, although they will be moved to Colorado State Penitentiary for execution.

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James "Jim" Boerner May 25, 1931 - July 29, 2019 James "Jim" Casper Boerner, 88, of Haxtun passed away Monday, July 29, 2019 at his home. Visitation will be from 2 pm to 6 pm Friday, August 2 at Tennant Funeral Home. Recitation of the Rosary will be at 10:30 am Saturday, August 3 at St. Peter's Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11 am Saturday with Father Jerry Rohr celebrating. Interment will be at St. Peter's Cemetery. Jim was born on May 25, 1931 in Sterling to Charles and Elizabeth (Berg) Boerner. He attended St. Peter's and later transferred to Fleming, graduating in 1949 from Fleming High School. He entered the U.S. Army in 1952 and served until 1953. Jim married Frances C. Bornhoft at St. Peter's Catholic Church. They were married for 65 years. Jim worked for Toronto Pipeline in Sterling and was later transferred to Gillette, WY as a gauger in the oil fields. In 1960, he bought a farm 5 miles northwest of Haxtun where Jim and Frances raised their 5 children; and continue to live

there. He enjoyed his family and grandchildren, gardening, and traveling with Frances including going to Alaska. He was a member of the Fleming V.F.W. and the Sterling Elks Lodge. Jim is survived by his wife Frances of Haxtun; children Gerald and wife Margie Boerner, Janice and husband John Woodson, Larry and wife Jodene Boerner, Steven Boerner, and Frank Boerner; 12 grandchildren: Kara, Chris, Tom, Mike, Phil, Joe, Emily, Erin, Bryce, Kassie, Jeni, and Moses; 15 great-grandchildren: Kenny, Paisley, Ryker, Scott, Annabelle, Evan, Reid, Cason, Jayce, Mason, Kelbin, Layla, Lydia, Waylyn, and Newt; siblings Mary Margaret, Lucille, Eileen, Kathy, and Tom. Jim was preceded in death by his parents Charles and Elizabeth, brother Bobby. Memorials may be made in Jim's name to St. Peter's Catholic Church c/ o Tennant Funeral Home, PO Box 1547, Sterling, CO 80751.

Edward Etl Sr. August 9, 1935 - April 25, 2019 Former Sterling resident, Edward John Etl Sr, 83 passed away in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico on April 25, 2019. Ed was born on August 9, 1935 in Fleming, Colorado to Paul and Sophie Etl. He joined the US Army February 1956 and served for 2 years. After leaving the Army he attended the police academy. Ed joined the Sterling Police Department where he served as an officer for 23 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Joseph, Leo, Herman, Bill, sisters Rosemary

Lambert and Agnes Burton. Ed is survived by his wife Rita; brother Carl (Ann) Etl, Daughter Peggy (Don) Leonhard, grandsons Brady & Cory Leonhard; Son Edward Etl Jr, granddaughters Shayley Priselac & Breanna Etl; Daughter Michelle (Leon) Wiebers, granddaughters Amber Hyink & Cherie Mayes; and 5 great grandchildren. Please join us for a Celebration of Life for Ed on Saturday, August 17th at Columbine Park in Sterling at noon.

Arthur "Kent" Hendricks August 21, 1926 - July 30, 2019 Arthur "Kent" Hendricks, 92, of Sterling passed away July 30, 2019 in Sterling, CO. Visitation will be from 12-6 pm Sun. Aug. 4, 2019 at Tennant Funeral Home, with family receiving friends from 3-6. Funeral will be 1:30 Mon. Aug. 5th at Trinity Lutheran Church. Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery with military honors. Kent was born Aug. 21, 1926 in Merino, CO to Luther and Uarda (Sherwin) Hendricks. He attended school in Merino. Kent worked as a truck driver, in the oilfield and was also in the US Navy stationed in the Pacific Theatre. He proudly served on a Patrol Craft recovering battle survivors in New Guinea and the Philippines. Kent married Lillian Luft on Jan 28, 1951 in Sterling, CO. They enjoyed 68 years of marriage together. Kent was a long time member of Trinity Lutheran Church and served his lord in many aspects of services to his church. He was an avid reader of Louis L'Amour books, he also loved watching any

western movies he could find. Kent spent his time tinkering and liked making bookcases and small wooden items. Kent is survived by his wife Lillian Hendricks, 3 daughters Kathy (Jerry) Parker, Jolene (Russ) Wright, and Brenda (Larry) Meier; 8 grandchildren Ryan (Stephanie) Parker, Tom (Molly) Wright, Chris Parker, Rob (Stefanie) Wright, Jeff (Katie) Parker, Melissa Meier, Lindsey Meier, and Julee Meier; 6 great-grandchildren Kennedy, Cooper, Camden, Clementine, Nolan, and Dean. Kent was preceded in death by his parents Luther and Uarda Hendricks; sister Deann Galve; brother Kay Hendricks, and numerous family members and close friends. Memorials may be made in Kents name to Trinity Lutheran Church or Hospice of the Plains, c/o Tennant Funeral Home, PO Box 1547, Sterling, CO 80751.

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Man found dead in burning home ID’d By Jeff Rice Staff Writer The Colorado Bureau of Investigation has identified the deceased person found in a

burning Padroni residence last month as 42-year-old David Dan Medrano Jr. Sterling Fire Department units were dispatched to the

residence at 23311 Pawnee Ave. at 8:42 a.m. July 23. Sterling sent eight units to the fire and were assisted by units from Peetz, Fleming and Crook Fire

Board OKs regulations for OHV on first reading By Jeff Rice Staff Writer The Logan County Commissioners approved first reading an ordinance regulating the operation of off-road vehicles on county roads. The item was on a brief agenda the commissioners handled when they met in regular session Tuesday, July 30. The ordinance covers allterrain vehicles, commonly known as ATVs, and off-highway vehicles or OHVs. According to the draft ordinance, an ATV is a four-wheeled vehicle that travels on low-pressure tires with a seat that is straddled by the rider and with handlebars for steering control. An OHV, on the other hand, is “any self-propelled vehicle, including an all-terrain vehicle, which is designed to travel on wheels or tracks in contact with the ground, which is designed primarily for use off of the public highways, and which is generally and commonly used to transport persons for recreational purposes.” Commissioner Byron Pelton pointed out, for the record, that agriculture users of OHVs won’t be affected by the ordinance. “Nothing in this ordinance shall prohibit the use of OHVs on county roads for agricultural purposes,” Pelton read from Section 3 of the ordinance. “I just wanted to point that out on the record.” The ordinance spells out who may operate OHVs on county roads – anyone 18 years of age or older with a valid driver’s license – and the mandatory safety equipment necessary. The ordinance also requires that OHVs be registered with the Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife as required by state law. The commissioners and County Attorney Alan Samber began researching the issue earlier this summer because of the increasing number of OHVs in the county. The commissioners cited the use of such vehi-

cles by farmers and ranchers to keep up with their increasingly mechanized operations and the increased recreational use of the vehicles as reasons for needing the ordinance. The commissioners expected to adopt the ordinance during a second reading Aug. 6.

In other business, the commissioners approved a subdivision exemption application from Don and Joyce Lebsack at 15410 County Road 370 to create a 24-acre parcel from an existing 60-acre parcel for use as a residence. The Lebascks

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Matthew Bruning 1996 - 2019 It is with deepest sorrow that we announce that Matthew Bruning, our most beloved son, brother and friend was taken from us all too soon by a tragic accident on July 27, 2019. Matty was a graduate of Greeley West High School in May of 2015, where his friends were his family. He was a May of 2019 graduate of University Of Nebraska-Lincoln where he was blessed with the most amazing friends as a Sigma Alpha Epsilon. Matty's strength, joy and a passion for living drew many to him. If you knew him well or barely at all, you knew you could count on Matty to lend a hand, make you laugh or shoot it to you straight. He was an avid outdoorsman whom you could often find hunting or fishing deep in the heart of Nebraska. Matthew was excited to leave his mark on the cattle and farming industry as he began his new career with his loving mentor and friend, Jason O'Connell.

Matthew was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in Greeley, CO. Matt will be missed everyday by his father Kris Bruning, mother Paula, brother Carter and step-brother Taylor O'Connell, his grandmothers Shareth Bruning and Joanne Genualdi, his nephew Braxton James Bruning; his many aunts, uncles and cousins, all of whom he loved dearly. We find strength in knowing that Matty was greeted with a giant bear hug by his brother Andrew. He was dearly loved here on earth and now surrounded by love in heaven. Friends will be received Tuesday, July 30, 2019 from 5-7 p.m. at Allnutt Macy Chapel, 6521 W 20th St Greeley, CO. A Celebration of Life will be held Wednesday, July 31, 2019 at 11 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church; 3000 35th Avenue, Greeley, CO. Please visit www.allnuttgreeley.com to send condolences to the family.

Protection Districts. Firefighters cleared the scene shortly after 11 a.m. The Logan County Sheriff’s Office has said that, upon searching the burning house, firefighters found the body of an adult male. Once the body was found, officials requested that an arson investigator come to the scene. Investigator Jerry Means and his canine assistant

Riley responded, along with CBI agents and the CBI crime lab. Officials aren’t saying how they believe Medrano died or why they suspect arson, and say only that if releasable information becomes available, the public will be updated. According to the Logan County Assessor’s website, the property is owned by Lucille Lively.

Alois 'Al' Lambert Dzingle June 6, 1933 - July 28, 2019 Alois 'Al" Lambert Dzingle, 86, passed away Sunday, July 28, 2019 in Loveland, CO. Vigil service and Recitation of the Holy Rosary will be held at 6:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 30 at Chaney-Reager Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian of Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, July 31 at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church with Rev. Herman Joseph Nsubuga celebrating mass. Inurnment will be held at 2:30 p.m., Monday, August 5 at Ft. Logan National Cemetery, Staging Area B, Denver, CO. Alois was born June 06, 1933, in Loup City, NE. He was the son of John and Sally Dzingle and had 11 siblings. After graduating Loup City High School, he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force as an Aircraft Mechanic and served for four years. He married Arlene Clara Krzycki from Loup City in 1960. They would have celebrated their 59th Anniversary this September. He graduated from the University of Nebraska with a major in Wildlife Management and took courses at Colorado State University post-graduate. He spent many years in Crook and Sterling, CO, working as a fieldsman for Great Western Sugar Company, an Instructor in Turf Management at Northeastern Junior College, and later owned and operated Farm Fair, a

greenhouse and landscape business for 28 years. He moved to Loveland, CO and was a paraprofessional for children with special needs in the Loveland School District where the students lovingly called him "Grandpa Al". His hobbies included: Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Auto Repair, Gardening, Landscaping, Reading, History, Talking, Telling Jokes, Whiskey, and Johnny Cash. Al is survived by his wife Arlene Clara Krzycki and five children: Terri Harms, Judy Jobin and husband Jean, Ann Dzingle, Wayne Dzingle, Greg Dzingle and wife Bonnie; eight grandchildren: Lance Harms and wife Sara, Jason Harms and wife Luisa, Kelly Harms, Mindy Harms and fiancé Justin, Christophe Jobin, Chloe Jobin, Briana Wascher and Cassidy Wascher; four great-grandchildren: Blaine Harms, Livia Harms, Mason Harms and Vincent James; siblings: Louise Madsen and husband Corky, David Dzingle and wife Norene, and Elaine Bunch. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Al's memory to Pathways Hospice, Wounded Warrior Project or the American Cancer Society in care of Chaney-Reager Funeral Home, PO Box 1046, Sterling, CO 80751.

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4-H launches recycling project the community on an ongoing basis by providing recycling for residents at their homes. Commissioner Byron Pelton has been very encouraging of the club in their efforts. “I am so happy and proud that the youth care enough about our environment to make this effort for our community,” he said. So, with the support of the Fair Board and Commissioners, members and leaders hope the public jumps on board! The Chamrocks Club is led by April Felzien, assisted by leaders

Sammi Honstead, Lori McClanahan and Julie Sonnenberg. The Chamrocks club began over 55 years ago. Founding leader Dorothy “Dottie” Robinson began the club when the Charmony development was being built. She and her family lived in Charmony and named the alll-girl club “The Charmonettes.” Later, as her son Doug became old enough for 4-H, the name changed to Chamrocks, boys were allowed, and it has been a big part of the 4-H scene ever since.

Tire store bought by Kansas chain Continued From Page 1 their dad with the business. About 10 years ago, Ryan returned home to join the family business, and he and CJ took over. “We’re a family-oriented business,” Ryan Thompson said. “Dad start it and us boys want to keep it going.” The business had already seen some growth — in 1994, Great Western Tire built a second location in Colby, Kansas — but the brothers knew they’d need to expand further to ensure its continued success. In 2016, they purchased a location in Scott City, Kansas that Ryan said has been great for them. The three towns where Great Western already had a presence share some things in common, and that’s what drew the business to Sterling. “We’re always looking for new markets and spots that our business can (grow),” Ryan Thompson said. “The rural communities, ag based, they’re really where we try to go. We try to stay out of the bigger markets.” He said they knew the family that owned Best West Tire and that they were looking to sell, and the location fits their company’s model of small, farm-

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Peter and Ryan Brekel and Ellee Sonnenberg put together the Recycling Bins for the Chamrocks recycling effort at the Logan County Fair.

Continued From Page 1 viding a dumpster for the recycling project at no cost. The Chamrocks are asking all 4-H members and attendees to help in this effort and are excited to make this the beginning of having a “green” fair. It will, of course, take a much bigger effort to cover the entire fairgrounds for big events such as LCF, and the help of the officials and the public is needed. The kids hope that the municipalities of Sterling and Logan County will someday head this effort in

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Ryan Thompson, co-owner of Great Western Tire, stands inside the company's newest location in Sterling. based communities. “We really like to get to know our customers,” he said. “We like doing business the oldfashioned way.” The family doesn’t have any plans to move to Sterling, but Thompson said they will be present on a regular basis. As they transition the Sterling store to their way of operating – which includes a heavy focus on ag and commercial tires – Thompson said they’ll be spending a lot of time here. “We’re very involved in our

businesses,” he said. “We help customers that walk in the door all the way back to fixing tires. We’re very involved owners.” Thompson said their priority is always taking care of the customer. “We try to provide a very good product at a very reasonable price and a very good service,” he said. Great Western Tire is planning to hold a grand opening celebration in the next couple of months, once they’ve settled in, Thompson said.

Jace Harris was born in Sterling, CO on March 27, 1992 to Jay Harris and Dana SonnenbergHarris. Jace grew up as an all-around cowboy. By age two he was sneaking out of the house just trying to get on a horse and later dragging his little sister, Karlee, along with him. Jace went to school at Lone Star where he was active in the FFA and High School Rodeo. He was also active in the local 4-H showing beef, sheep, and horses which were his favorite. Jace married his high school sweetheart and the love of his life, Jeni Boerner on September 5, 2015. Together they have two children Waylyn and Newt and a beautiful baby on the way that is due in February. Jace worked at the Eastern Colorado Research Center and was a self-employed rancher. He was a board member on the Cattlemen's Association and was a member of the American Border Collie Association. He loved breeding, training, working, and trialing his border collies. Jace also loved to hunt for doves and any kind of varmints. His favorite time of the year was branding season where he could spend time with family and friends doing what he loved most, riding and roping. Jace passed away on July 28, 2019 in Fleming, CO. A memorial service will be held on Monday, August 5th at 10:30 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Sterling with Pastor Jared Sonnenberg and Reverend Jerry Rohr officiating. A funeral dinner will follow at the NJC Ballroom. Inurnment will be after

the dinner starting at 4:00 p.m. at Leroy Cemetery south of Fleming at the intersection of CR 18 and CR 71. Jace is survived by his wife, Jeni Harris, children Waylyn & Newt Harris, parents Jay & Dana Harris, Sister Karlee Harris Manuello and her husband Dylan Manuello. Brother-in-law Bryce Boerner with his wife Lindsay and three children Jayce, Mason, & Kelbin Boerner. Sister-in-law Kassie Thieszen and her husband Tyler and two children Layla & Lydia Thieszen. Mother in Law Lynn Krueger & her husband Lonnie Krueger. Father-in-law Steve Boerner. Grandparents: Jim & Linda Crowder, Larry & Joyce Schaefer, Frances Boerner, & James Harris. Aunts & Uncles: Beth Monheiser, Bob Monheiser, Dan & Debbie Sedelmeier, Bruce & Kathy Tenenbaum, Mike & Denise Schaefer, Tim & Tammy Sonnenberg, Jim & Lisa Schaefer, Bob & Kathy Wernsman, Gerald & Margie Boerner, John & Janice Woodson, Larry & Jodene Boerner, and Frank Boerner. In addition with many important and loving cousins. He is preceded in death by his Grandpa and Grandma Delbert & Joan (Nelson) Sonnenberg, Grandpa Jim Boerner, Uncles Mike & Spencer Sonnenberg, as well as many of his best pals that he raised, his border collies. Memorials can be made in lieu of flowers to the Jace Harris Memorial Fund c/o Tennant Funeral Home PO Box 1547, Sterling, CO 80751

Real Estate

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Around Town

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Fashion revue had winners in four divisions Continued From Page 1 try, who modeled colorful stretch pants and a black top. This was her first time working with soft jersey knit fabric; she added black flower lace to the sleeves and insets of the knit top. A necklace and casual shoes completed her look. Gentry received a $10 gift certificate donated by Quilts-NCreations. Other competitors in this division included Livie Ziegler and Taylor Tribbett. In the Intermediate Division, the Grand Champion was Ayla Baney. She wore an outfit she made for her Upcycle Your Style project inspired by a flower garden she planted. Her outfit featured jean shorts which she added floral patches to and a white cotton T-shirt that she tiedyed blue to match the flowers she put on her shorts. The look was completed with a white canvas tote bag that she tie dyed red and blue to give it a

patriotic look. Baney received a flower bouquet donated by Gordon and Jenifer Felzien and a $15 gift certificate donated by Quilts-N-Creations. The Reserve Champion for the Intermediate Division was Mattea Pelton. She created an above-the-waist style skirt with side pockets using material that she bought in South Dakota on a family trip last summer; she fell in love with it because it reminded her of one of her favorite video games, Minecraft. Having grown 10 inches between last fall, when she bought the material, and this summer, there was not enough material to complete the skirt, so she learned how to rework the dress’s pleats. Pelton chose the Simplicity pattern of an off-the-shoulder tunic with flared sleeves to make a blue top to go with the skirt. The outfit was complemented by a patriotic bracelet, a

stars and stripes pendent and red, white and blue glitter earnings. She received a $10 gift certificate donated by Quilts-NCreations. Other competitors in this division included Ashton Nichols, Emmalynn Crose and Natalie Adels. Aly Young was the sole competitor in the Senior Division and as such was named the Grand Champion winner. For her project, she used a prom dress she got for her first prom, but was unable to wear, since it required too many alterations. The long A-line gown was made of wine red colored satin material, with a fitted bodice with a deep vee neckline. Young made embroidered lace flowers to add to the dress, spending over 50 hours stitching out all the lace and then hand stitching them into place on the dress. She then added Swarovski crystals to each flower.

Young received a flower bouquet donated by My Flower Barn and a $15 gift certificate from Quilts-N-Creations. She will now go on to represent Logan County at this year’s Colorado State Fair Fashion Revue. Young also took home the Reserve Champion award in the Encore Division, receiving a $10 gift certificate from Quilts-NCreations. She stayed with her prom dress theme, and modeled the dress she wore for prom this year. It was a black ball gown with a 3D embroidered floral pattern in mint colors, giving the dress the appearance of having pressed flowers throughout. The dress was sold on Amazon and turned out to be a perfect fit based on measurements she gave the company. Young accented the dress with red heels and jewelry. Grand Champion for the Encore Division was Natalie Adels. She modeled a dress she bought last spring for Easter

and other upcoming events, that featured a loose, flowing, hanky-hemmed coral skirt, made from polyester, and a crocheted top made of a combination of nylon, cotton and polyester. She added a pair of trendy wedge sandals and a coral necklace to complete her look. Adels received a balloon bouquet donated by Colorado Popcorn Company. Other contestants in this division included: Ashton Nichols, Ayla Baney, Mattea Pelton, Kayti Williams, Livie Ziegler, Taylor Tribbett, Piper Withers and Alexis Gentry. Along with the judged categories the show also featured Clover Buds Rhylee Foos and AJ Frank and Logan County Fair Royalty Brooke Sigmon, Miss Rodeo Logan County 2019; Makayla Motzkus, Miss Rodeo Logan County 2020 contestant; and Natali Boerner, Miss Rodeo Logan County 2019 Sweetheart contestant.

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21st Century donation boosts Logan 4-H

By Jeff Rice Staff Writer Logan County’s 4-H program got a muchneeded boost recently when Kenny Alderson and 21st Century Equipment handed over a check for $2,500. J.D. Sexton, 4-H and livestock agent for the Logan County Extension Office, said Alderson contributes that amount every year just before the Logan County Fair to help promote the 4-H program. “He leaves it to our discretion to use it as it’s needed,” Sexton said. Alderson’s 2018 contribution went to buy a new scale for the livestock projects. It’s been used since last spring to help 4-H students track rate-of-gain for their project animals, and will be used at the fairgrounds this week for the first time. Previous years’ contributions have been spent on a new scale head for the program’s portable scale, which 4-H’ers check out for onfarm use, and to help send youngsters to leadership conferences and youth development programs. “It’s a huge help because things are getting really expensive,” Sexton said. “The ag extension office is just really grateful to 21st Century Courtesy photo for being so instrumental in helping the kids.” J.D. Sexton, left, accepts a $2,500 check from Kenny Alderson of Sterling’s 21st Century Equipment dealership.

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EDITORIAL

The fact is we need wastewater system upgrades There have been numerous social media accusations recently of Sterling city officials “threatening” the citizenry or “issuing an ultimatum” if the city fails to pass a $30 million bond issue to upgrade its wastewater treatment system. The accusations usually contain huffy statements about how offensive this is. Well, we are offended, all right, but not by the city’s attempts to inform its citizens. We are offended by the willful shortsightedness and … there’s just no other way to put this … gross ignorance constantly displayed by some people concerning this issue. For years, the city has been aware of the need to upgrade the wastewater system. The existing treatment plant contains equipment that is outdated, obsolete and in some cases, downright dangerous. The system can no longer meet the water quality standards for the discharge it puts back into the South Platte River. The vulnerability to flooding that just six short years ago forced a weeklong shutdown of

the sewer system still exists. These are all facts. When the bond issue failed in 2018, people howled because they saw their sewer rates more than double. Why, they wondered, if they voted against the ballot question did the city raise their rates anyway? Was this a punishment? Again, they failed to take in the facts. The city had shared the information with anyone who cared to receive it that the improvements to the wastewater system are necessary. The vote was not to approve the project itself, but to allow the city to finance it. The bond is the best way to fund the project, as it spreads the cost over decades, and allows the work to be done all at once. The alternative is to split the project into phases, and cash fund it. That means bringing in enough money over the next few years to pay for just a third of the project. The increase we’ve seen thus far is just a drop in the bucket compared to what rates will need to be to raise $10 mil-

lion over the next three years. On the other hand, if we Sterlingites decide to step up and do our part and agree to finance the improvements, the monthly sewer rate for residences probably will go down a little. And we’ll have decades to pay for the thing. Sterling isn’t alone in this situation. Crook, Fleming, Iliff, Merino and Peetz have dealt with the exact same issue. In each case the townspeople have supported their town boards in securing financing for new sewer systems. Fleming even passed a sewer bond issue in the same election that Sterling voters rejected one. We’ve noted in these pages periodically the fierce pride residents of those towns have in their hometowns. We’d like to think Sterlingites have that same pride and will be willing to pay what it costs to live here because this is a place worth living in. While considering the facts, here’s one more: If Sterlingites fail to take steps to

finance the required improvements in the sewer system, the State of Colorado could begin fining the city hundreds of thousands of dollars a year until the improvements are made. It has happened elsewhere. In 2015 the state had no qualms about slapping Burlington with $1 million in fines over water quality violations. In 2018 the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment – Colorado’s EPA – gouged Western Sugar $2 million for air pollution violations. Those fines would have to come out of the city coffers, which would likely mean fewer services and even higher costs. So, we have a choice. Voters can approve the bond issue and show the same pride of place that our neighbors in Logan County have shown, or they can decide they’d rather watch the State of Colorado drain the town’s coffers and diminish the quality of life here. Sterling may end up being the state’s cash cow, but we sure won’t be a Colorado Treasure any longer.

Sweltering summer heat I was scrolling through Facebook the other day when I saw the perfect explanation of the heat we have been enduring. It read “Colorado’s 12 Seasons: Winter. Fool’s Spring. Second Winter. Third Winter. The Pollening. Actual Summer. Hell’s Front Porch. False Fall. Second Summer. Actual Fall.” Hell’s Front Porch is boxed in red and says “You Are Here.” For the record, I no longer want to be there. I can think of only two things I like about Summer: Baseball and fresh fruits/vegetables.

Vine ripe red tomatoes, crisp cucumbers from the garden, apricots, mouthwatering Western Slope peaches, home grown watermelon, cantaloupe, sweet corn and eggplant – not all at the same time – get me through a Summer day until I plop in my chair to watch my faltering Colorado Rockies. I never used to complain about the heat. When I was in my teens I spent every afternoon at the softball diamonds (now Mason Field) by Pioneer Park either practicing, coaching, umpiring or scorekeeping Wild-

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cat Softball. Some days I would come home and Mom would say, “Child! You are red as a beet.” As I was changing into my own softball clothes I would yell back from the bedroom with “Yea it was miserable out there.” Pulling my turtle neck on under my ball shirt I would tell

Mom “I wish we didn’t have the early game tonight.” Even though mom thought I was a little daffy, she did understand why I wore the turtleneck. It soaked up the sweat and kept my upper half cooler from the wet. Even during college in Boulder the heat wasn’t an issue for me. If it got too hot, we would buzz up to a cooler Estes Park and stay at my friend’s house. When I graduated and had to become a “grownup” I was too busy working to pay any attention to the weather unless it

involved a story for the paper. Until I moved to Illinois. The first morning I looked out my apartment window and saw violets growing in the lawn. A few days later it was pouring down sheets of rain, more rain than I had ever experienced. Not to long after, I would see sweet corn tasseling in the fields and tomatoes hanging off the plant ready to pick. By June my infatuation for this “new country” was over. I would wake up at 5:30 or 6 a.m. and when I looked out the win-

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Lost keys Years ago, I had a habit of coming home from shopping downtown and tossing my keys down. They might end up on the table, countertop, who knows where! Sometimes I spent quite a bit of time frantically searching for them. I haven’t lost my keys for years. Maybe I have finally learned my lesson, but don’t bet on it! Recently, Ben got dressed in his work clothes and put his keys in his right pocket. He knew it had a small hole in it but didn’t think it was a problem. He started mowing the perimeters of our front and backyards and then mowed over a strip of grass in our graveled driveway. His riding lawn mower started sputtering, and he was headed for the shop when it died. He pushed it across our front yard to the shop. After checking the gas, oil and air filter, he disconnected the switch under the seat. The mower fired right up. He then noticed his keys were not in his pocket. Panic set in. We walked the areas he had already mowed, the places where he had drug the hoses and sprinklers, checked in the shop, and looked for them in the house. Finally, he told me to finish mowing while he continued to look. I watched for the keys as I was cutting the grass but saw nothing. When I finished mowing, I began searching again. We rechecked areas that we previously had walked over. I then had an idea that they might be in the top of his tool box. He has a habit of laying things there. As I started walking toward the shop, I glanced to my left. There – in plain sight – was his set of keys. At first it seemed

Kernels of Life Susan Davis

strange to see them laying there. I guess it is because I thought they were a lost cause. I yelled his name and Ben hurriedly joined me. He was thrilled that the lost was found. Relief was written all over his face. At first we thought the keys were in perfect condition; but when he tried to open the front door of the house, it didn’t work. He showed me where a chip of metal was broken off. “I had to mow over them!” I exclaimed. “I could have kept you in suspense all day. That would be payback for what you did to my sister years ago,” I teased. Their family was visiting us and we were playing some sort of game in our backyard. “I lost my wedding ring!” she shouted. “It has to be here someplace, because I knew it was on my finger when we came outside!” We searched the area she thought it might be in. Although Ben found it right away, he decided to keep her in suspense for a while. Finally, he showed her the ring and asked, “Is this what we’re looking for? I found it quite a while ago.” While my sister was happy to have her ring back, she wasn’t happy with Ben. She took her hand and slapped him on the shoulder. He started laughing and she exclaimed, “That’s not funny!” Susan Davis is a former Sterling resident and author of “Small Farm & Big Family”, “Ancestry’s Journey”, “Bushels of Nostalgia” and “Lovebirds for Life.”

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Not a date One afternoon, not long ago, I was baling in the hot tractor and realized that the two oldest cowpokes would be heading off to Vacation Bible School for the evening. I decided this might be the best opportunity in quite some time to call the wife and ask her out on a date. Even then, I realized it was only kind of a date because I knew we would have the two-year old and baby cowpokes along for the ride. She happily agreed to the adventure. As we headed down the road, I asked my bride where she would like to have dinner. She didn’t bite at any of my suggestions and came up with a fast food option that hinted she had other motives in mind. Before your mind jumps the track like mine did, remember we had some kids in tow. That’s when I found out the real reason for the fast food (NOT A DATE!) …a quick grocery shopping run for essentials at the local loved and despised big box store. (NOT A DATE!) Since we were already halfway to town, I knew any attempt at backtracking out of this particular trip would be poorly received. I would have to adjust my expectations of the evening slightly. No problem, I liked the burger joint she picked just fine. The toddler was clearly

Roy Gillham The wife’s cowboy

down the alleys, I mean aisles. I drew some cross glances from a few customers but the peals of laughter from my twoyear old were a delight to my soul. Although I should be well past the age of curfews, it seems that they apply even more now. Our “Not a Date” was cut short and we rushed home in order to try to get the youngest cowpoke his turn to eat. Not only was I turned away at the door, I was asked to take the trash out on my way to hurry to go get the older cowpokes from the community church. Maybe I’ll try for a real date again in about six months.

hungry and was boisterously calling attention to that fact to the few other patrons of the establishment when we entered. Maybe fast was a good choice after all. As we were beginning our dining experience, the youngest cowpoke had a massive diaper blowout. (NOT A DATE!) My wife was kind enough to deal with the toxic explosion. The toddler and I really enjoyed our meal, and I knew Roy Gillham, his cowgirl that surely my wife would be and four lil’ cowpokes, live back soon for some quality on the family ranch near conversation. However, my Peetz. plan was foiled again. Somehow, by the time she got everything cleaned up and changed and returned to our table, she found me engaged in an unwanted, albeit informative, conversation with an insurance All Our Movies Are Digital salesman. (NOT A DATE!) Luckily, as a mother of four cowpokes, my wife has learned Fri. Aug 9 - Thu. Aug 15 to eat a meal fast or not eat at Doors open ½ hour before first show time all, so the exit strategy for my conversation came quickly. I made the best of my time pushing the grocery cart, by practicing lead changes, hard runs and sliding stops up and STARTS Fri, Sat and Sun Matinee at 4:00 FRI And nightly at 7:00 and 9:15 (PG)

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I would like to thank Glenn and Pam Ertle for responding to my call for help when I fell. Glenn, you knew what to do and you were so helpful. Also, thanks to Kori Simants for comforting me until the ambulance arrived. You were great! Thanks to Sharon Samway for taking care of my potted flowers. They looked so beautiful because of your tender care. Chuck Samway, thanks for taking Rock wherever he needed to go. We are so blessed to have such wonderful neighbors and we will never forget how all of you helped us so much when we needed the help. Also, thanks to everyone who came to visit me at Devonshire and those of you who sent cards. It was so thoughtful of all of you. Gloria Fritzler, thanks for the afternoon ice cream treats. Lastly, I would like to thank my family for everything you did. You were left in a bind but you came through like troopers and took care of everything. Again, Thanks so much!

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Religion

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The lay of the land At a reasonable distance, our mowed expanse of grass looks green, uniform, and inviting. It is that near perfect time of year when the heat is yet to arrive and the spring rains have kept most everything lush and appealing. Drier days will come soon enough, but for now, it is refreshment for the soul. The green carpet of grass looks consistent and even, but the truth of the matter is that after several years of grooming the same areas, every nuance from a mower seat perspective is known. One need only pay attention to the lay of the land to be able to draw certain conclusions regarding characteristics that are present. The variety of features is broad. There are low areas that take a surprisingly long time to

dry out. Telltale subsidence of soil helps identify routes of older water lines or sewer laterals. Mowing the occasional rock or two is inevitable (though not a recommended practice). Ruts from cement and gravel trucks left their indelible mark in past years, while decidedly non-human culprits are responsible for a number of warrens and varmint holes. Several critical slopes are best approached on the mower from one particular direction or another, and a few small shrubs seem to be at constant risk for mower blight. Gambel oak, it would seem, has all the makings of a perfect bonsai plant. It keeps coming back after each cutting, just smaller and lower to the ground. It is all about survival. Familiarity with such charac-

Fearless Faith By Ken Frantz

teristics comes with experience. A casual glance by others reveals obvious topographies, but to understand more subtle features is a measure of awareness over time. Most pastors are cognizant of their own subtleties, uncertainties, and insecurities. It comes with the job. What appears as smooth and ordered landscape is filled with the scars and blemishes of all our lives, clergy notwithstanding. Only when we view it in totality do we begin to appreciate the beauty

of the entire setting… dips and crevices, hard pan and rocky areas, as well as places that remain lush and manageable all season long. The lay of the land has a lot to say about who we are as adherents to the faith. To acknowledge we are not perfect is to move closer to the understanding that our common topographies combined form a more beautiful landscape than what we experience separately. The ‘priesthood of all believers’ championed by the Reformation’s Martin Luther suggests that protestants in particular have come to believe that we all must minister to the needs of one another in community in order for our faith to mature. That notion is sometimes truncated to simply ‘ministers all.’

It is easy to let someone else do the hard work of landscape maintenance, but for deeper appreciation of the results it is helpful to know the land intimately, its valleys and swells as well as its perfectly level features. Farmers have long known this to be true. Each field has its own particular considerations. We do not dwell on inadequacies but accept field conditions for what they are and move on to the next. Perhaps someday we can learn to do the same with our personal theologies. Ministers all. Ken Frantz is a non-salaried ordained pastor serving the Haxtun Church of the Brethren. He lives with his family near Fleming. Comments are always welcomed at goodhope@haxtuntel.net.

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License plate renewal MOTOR VEHICLE: Have you ever been out of town and realized your plates are about to expire? Do you have family members away from home in Colorado at college and the plates on the car is about to expire?

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the touch-screen. The machine will accept your payment and Visit a MV Express Kiosk in print your registration and one of the participating counties license plate tabs on the spot! and renew the plates; it is that Who can use the kiosks? easy. Logan County Clerk/Motor If you are a resident with a Vehicle office is participating in this program to assist our citi- registered vehicle in a participatzens that are out of town but ing county, you may use any CO need to renew their plates. See MV Express kiosk in the state. Participating counties below for information on the process. To find KIOSK locations go include: Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Chaffee, to www.comvexpress.com Clear Creek, Custer, Dolores, What is Colorado Douglas, El Paso, Fremont, GarMV Express? field, Gilpin, Grand, Jefferson, Colorado MV Express is a Kit Carson, La Plata, Larimer, self-service DMV kiosk that Logan, Montezuma, Mesa, offers a fast and easy way to Pueblo, Routt, Teller, Weld, renew your vehicle registration. Yuma. It is a blue and yellow machine When can I renew at a with touch-screen technology kiosk? that looks similar to an ATM. You can renew at a kiosk Simply scan the barcode on any time, starting in the month your renewal postcard or type prior to your expiration month. your license plate number on By law, a late fee of $25 per month and back ownership

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Continued From Page 12 a new record. As part of the announcement, the Coloradans Vote organizers also launched Protect Colorado’s Vote, an issue committee “created to educate Coloradans on the dangers of the National Popular Vote scheme.” The record number of signatures were collected through volunteer petitioners and Blitz Canvassing, a company with experience in Colorado collecting signatures for statewide measures. The Secretary of State’s Office has until Aug. 30 to validate the signatures; about 20 percent are typically rejected for various reasons. States in the National Popular Vote interstate compact pledge their Electoral College votes to the national popular vote winner, but the compact does not go into effect until enough states join to reach the 270 electoral votes needed to elect a president. So far, 15 states and the District of Columbia have joined the compact, enough for 196 electoral votes.

taxes will be assessed if you can be renewed at a kiosk? renew after your grace period If you live in a participating (the month following your date county, you can use a kiosk to of expiration) has expired. renew personal automobiles, pickup trucks, motorcycles, Will I pay a fee to use the motor homes, utility trailers, kiosk? In addition to your renewal and camper trailers. It will NOT cost, there is a service fee for renew a collector, commercial every vehicle renewed at the fleet, dealer, government or kiosk — $3.95 at kiosks in King taxi/livery vehicle; tow truck; or Soopers and $3.00 at kiosks in any disabled veteran specialty license plates. all other locations. Additionally, there is a 2.15 How does the kiosk work? – 2.3% fee to pay via credit or Simply scan the barcode on debit card, or a $0.50 fee to your vehicle registration pay via check. There is no renewal postcard or use the additional charge for cash pay- touch- screen to type in your ments (where available). license plate number. Follow If you choose to renew the instructions to review your online, there is a $1 check fee vehicle record, and pay taxes and similar credit/debit card and fees. The machine will fee. If you choose to renew print your receipt, registration inside a motor vehicle office at and tabs on the spot. Just grab the counter, there is no check your documents and go! fee, but similar credit/debit What if I need proof card fees apply. of auto insurance? Please wait 2-4 days after How can I pay? Cash, check, credit or debit updating your auto insurance card are accepted at most to renew at the kiosk. This locations. Only one method of allows time for your insurance payment is allowed per trans- to provide updated information to our statewide vehicle regisaction. tration system. The kiosk canWhat types of license plates not accept paper proof. Your

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Please call (866) 955-5258 with questions about transactions at a kiosk. The Election and Recording Department can be reached at 522-1544 for voter and election questions or recording information. The Motor Vehicle Department can be reached at 522-1158 for license plates/ renewals or titling a vehicle. You can also reach our office by email at baconp@logancountyco.gov. Like us on Facebook at Logan County Elections/MotorVehicle/ Recording! Pamela Bacon is the Logan County Clerk and Recorder.

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time Components of help Back-to-school good for a refresher for the frail elderly on immunizations This week we are going to discuss components of help in the frail elderly. The components of health that I have identified today may not be a comprehensive list but certainly comprise a list of those things which we should watch for in our elders in order to identify them early and prevent problems down the road. The problems plaguing our frail elderly include falls, loss of balance, loss of endurance and loss of strength to name a few. These physical conditions which I have named are certainly components of physical function which should be addressed in any rehabilitative/restorative program for the frail elderly person. Balance is a combination of sensory input as well as central nervous system and vestibular interaction. Rehabilitation of balance can often be accomplished through very simple exercises which can be both fun and productive. Endurance is something that

Physically Speaking By Dr. Mark McDonald

the elderly can work on by simply taking a walk. Working on the amount of time physical activity is performed is exactly what endurance is all about. Therefore, increasing the endurance of our elder population is of utmost importance to maintain ultimate physical performance. Strength in the frail elderly is often an issue and lack of strength specifically the problem. Strength can be lacking for a number of reasons, however, general loss of strength can occur due to disuse and strengthening of the muscles not only strengthens the muscular unit but also helps increase bone density and improves function at the same time.

By Michelle Pemberton NCHD School will be starting soon and it is time to think about getting your children ready once again. Colorado law requires that students attending school (public, private or parochial) be immunized against certain vaccinepreventable diseases. In addition to the ones that are required, there are several more that are recommended. Some people ask, “Aren’t these diseases illness that happened in the past?” There are some diseases that are prevented by vaccines, like pertussis (whooping cough) and chickenpox, that remain common in the United States. On the other hand, there are other diseases Dr. Mark McDonald, PT, that no longer are common in this DPT, OCS is a lifelong Stercountry because of vaccines. ling native and board certified orthopedic physical ther- However, if we stopped vaccinating, even the few cases that apist with over two decades of practice in Sterling. He is a we do have in the United States could very quickly become comclinical partner with AB Fitness/Alma Blagg and North- mon once again. Vaccinations are the number one action that east Plains Home Health Care in Sterling. parents can take to keep their Therefore, addressing balance, strength, and endurance can go a long way to preventing falls in our elderly population Falls can lead to prolonged hospitalization, illness and even death. Therefore, it is of utmost importance that we prevent falls wherever possible. Physical therapists are experts in identifying area of physical deconditioning, loss of balance and poor endurance and by combing a program including all of these, the elderly patient can benefit in many ways. For more information on preventing falls and improving function in the frail elderly patient, do not hesitate to contact the clinic for a no cost consultation.

children safe from disease! Why immunize children early in life? Immunization schedules are designed to protect infants and children when they are most vulnerable and before they are exposed to potentially life-threatening diseases. Babies do receive some immunity or protection from their mother during the last few weeks of pregnancy. However, these antibodies decrease over time, leaving the infant vulnerable to disease. Let’s review some of the key requirements for school-age children and youth: Children who are 4 to 6 years old are due for boosters for 4 vaccines: DTaP (diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis, also called whooping cough), Chickenpox, MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) and Polio. Pre-teens and teens may be due for some immunizations as well: Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis) and HPV (human papillomavirus). They may also need the MCV4 and MenB, which protects against the germs that

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Bodies, brains Eastern Plains health need a rest care group selects Banner

No matter where I go or what I do, I notice people. We come in all sizes, ages, colors, and fashion style. We sit alone in contemplative thought or converse with laughter, but mostly, we rush. We seem urgent to see more and do more as if being on the move proves us to be important and successful. We have phones, earbuds or headphones, computers, TV’s, and Iwatches. A body in motion plus an over-stimulated mind have become the desired norm. I, too, am guilty. Hooked on audiobooks, instead of walking, riding my bike, cooking, or sitting on the patio in quiet thoughtfulness, I am engrossed in an ongoing novel. I listen even when I shop or drive. My brain doesn’t get a rest even when my body slows down. To be mentally healthy and well, I must strive for balance, and the same is true for YOU. Time to focus on our thoughts, our day, and the people we value is a need. Call it unplugging or mindfulness; it is a matter of our bodies and brains getting a rest from information, noise, and nonstop busyness. Cutting back on the phone, computer, and TV time will not happen without conscious effort. We need to believe in the value of silence. As a mental health therapist, some of my most effective sessions happen when I am quiet; when I don’t say a word for a minute or two. It allows clients to feel and think before continuing a discussion. It helps them focus on their opinion, not mine. Maybe we stay overly engaged with activities, both physical and mental because we don’t want to connect with

Mental Matters By Jennifer Goble others. Perhaps we don’t like our own company and want a constant diversion. Or, maybe it is a habit, one we have nurtured and endorsed. The truth is, to be mentally well, we need face to face connection with other humans, need to like hanging out with ourselves, and need to believe bad habits can change. Try avoiding noise for a set amount of time and sit with your feet up. We need less physical and mental stimulation. Plug your phone into the wall and live without it while you eat. Shut the TV off for an hour each night and enjoy your heartbeat and the refrigerator hum. Silence is relaxing, and sitting is a luxury. As for all screen-time, close them down for an hour before bedtime. Americans have increasingly more difficulty sleeping. Maybe our brains and eyes need a clean break between day and night. Whatever you do, be aware of any imbalance. Slow down your body and mind and invite yourself into your life. The benefits could be valuable. Ralph Waldo Emerson wisely said, “The first wealth is health.” Until the next time: Live while you live. Jennifer Goble, Ph.D., LPC, is the author of “My Clients…My Teachers,” and the blogger and writer of Rural Women Stories: www.ruralwomenstories.com.

By Sara Quale Banner Health HOLYOKE, Colo. (July 31, 2019) – A group of rural Colorado hospitals has selected Banner Health as a partner to help them work together to maintain high quality patient care, manage health care costs and thrive as businesses in each of the communities they serve. The Eastern Plains Healthcare Consortium is a nonprofit partnership among eight Colorado rural and critical access hospitals. They are Melissa Memorial, Holyoke; Kiowa County Hospital District, Eads; Keefe Memorial Hospital, Cheyenne Wells; Haxtun Hospital District, Haxtun; Kit Carson County Hospital District, Burlington; Yuma Hospital and Clinics, Yuma; Lincoln County Hospital, Hugo; and Sedgwick County Health Center, Julesburg. As the hospitals collaborate to provide excellent health services to their rural communities, they looked for an interested health system to align with their mission and vision. Banner was chosen over three other large health systems. “Each of us has a commitment to our respective rural communities,” said Trampas

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Hutches, chief executive officer of Melissa Memorial Hospital and chairman of the Eastern Plains Healthcare Consortium. “Coming together through the consortium allows us to meet our common goal of being successful, independent health care organizations. Banner has been respectful of that.” Banner Health will offer the group services to create value for these hospitals at rates they can get better as a group rather than contracting individually. Banner Health also will help to identify ways to benefit patients with specialized care they need that isn’t offered in their local community. The agreement allows each of the consortium members to retain their independence. Headquartered in Arizona, Banner Health is one of the largest nonprofit health care systems in the country. The system owns and operates 28 acute-care hospitals, an academic medical division, and employed physician groups, long-term care centers, outpatient surgery centers and an array of other services. Ten of the hospitals are in rural communities including two in Colo-

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60th anniversary Sara Waite / South Platte Sentinel

Hundreds of children enjoyed free swimming at the Sterling Recreation Center Wednesday, July 31, for the End of Summer Bash marking the end of Parks and Recreation Month.

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The Parks, Library and Recreation Department provided watermelon slices for the kids enjoying the free swim day at the pool Wednesday, July 31.

Don and Dorothy (Lane) Albrandt of Sterling are celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary. They were married Aug. 16, 1959, at First Methodist Church. The couple has resided in Sterling all of their married life. Don was part owner of L.H. & M. Garage for 43 years and Dorothy worked for 20 years at Northeast Colorado Health Department and 21 years at Logan County District Court. They have one child, Richard and wife Donna, who live in Brighton. The Albrandt family will celebrate with an open house Aug. 17, from 2 to 4 p.m., at the Sterling Elks Lodge Dome Room, 321 Ash St. They ask that you do not bring a gift, simply come and have cake, coffee or tea with the couple and reminisce about the last 60 years.

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State AG to be in Sterling on Aug. 7 Wondering what is happening in the Colorado Attorney General’s Office? AG Phil Weiser will be in Sterling, Wednesday, Aug. 7, 10:30 a.m. at the

Logan County Courthouse Gazebo. Logan County Democrats invite the community to attend this informal gathering. Live

music and light refreshment will be offered. For information, contact Democratic Party Chair Peter Youngers at 970-5201679.

90th birthday Harold G. Lauck of Sterling celebrated his 90th birthday Aug. 4, 2019. He was born in 1929. He served in the U.S. Navy for four years in Korea, receiving a special commendation from the commanding officer of his ship. Harold also worked at the same place in Denver for 30 years. His sister, Ruth Brant, lives in Sterling. He has one son, Butch, who lives in Denver. A card shower has been requested in his honor. Cards may be sent to Harold at 322 N. Sixth St., Sterling, CO 80751.

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New coworking space open for business By Sara Waite Editor Friday, July 26, was a big day for the Logan County Economic Development Corporation, which celebrated the official opening of The Annex, a coworking space located in the Logan County Courthouse Annex. At a ribbon cutting held late Friday morning, LCEDC Executive Director Trae Miller welcomed local officials and Logan County Chamber of Commerce members and invited them to tour the newly refurbished space. “I’m very proud of what we’ve created,” he said. The Annex offers two private offices — both of which have been rented out, Miller noted — as well as meeting rooms of various sizes and an open shared space outfitted with multiple desks and a conference table. Miller said he is working on getting a website set up where people wanting to purchase memberships or rent a space can do so online. Once that is set up and the door control system is in place, members will be able to access the space at any time. But for now, the space is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Miller said he’s not charging for use of the coworking area for now because he wants people to try it out and see what works. Anyone inter-

ested in using the space can contact him at 970-520-1283. Friday evening, The Annex hosted its first official event: a reception to celebrate its opening and welcome participants in the Demystifying Entrepreneurship workshop put on by the University of Colorado’s Leeds School of Business. Miller once again welcomed guests, calling the reception “a huge milestone for The Annex.” The facility got its start four years ago in LCEDC discussions. “We decided there was an opportunity and a need to help facilitate additional remote working opportunities as well as bolster entrepreneurship throughout our region,” Miller said. They followed successful models from across the country for a coworking facility and worked with the Logan County Commissioners to identify the courthouse annex as an ideal space. Grants from the Colorado Department of Local Affairs and the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade funded the renovation effort. Work began in February and finished earlier this month. “It was a long, drawn-out process, but (I’m) very, very proud of what we’ve accomplished here,” Miller said. Miller said he worked closely with the contractors to keep the project within a tight budget.

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Rodeo royalty greeted the superintendents as they arrived at the Thursday, Aug. 1, barbecue. Kneeling are Little Misses Ella Sonnenberg, left, and Piper Withers. Standing, from left, are Royalty Chairwoman Jennifer Brown, 2020 Sweetheart Candidate Natalie Boerner, Little Misses Livie Ziegler, Elizabeth Waller and Janda Ommen, Miss Rodeo 2020 Candidate Makayla Motzkur, and Miss Rodeo 2019 Brooke Sigmon.

Barbecue kicks off 2019 fair By Jeff Rice Staff Writer The 2019 Logan County Fair officially kicked off Thursday, Aug. 1, with the traditional Superintendents Barbecue, an evening of food and fun in which the fair’s superintendents are thanked, royalty is recognized and the Fair Board is introduced. Special thanks were given to ten superintendents Thursday for their benchmark years of service. Those were Marcine Owens, five years; Denise Ladd, Todd Everhart and Peggy Propst, 15 years each; Heather Brungardt, 20 years; Juddy Fehringer, Maret Felzien and Marilyn Hutt, 25 years each; and Elda Lousberg and Rich Pomeroy, 30 years each. The superintendents are volunteers who make sure the various exhibit and competition categories, both for 4-H and FFA students and for the open classes, run smoothly. They help check the entrants in, make sure the displays are done properly, direct traffic in the animal barns and perform hundreds of other tasks to keep the fair running.

Fair Parade Grand Marshals Coy and Bernadette Marick also were introduced, and given a hearty round of applause for their years of support to the fair, the community of Crook and all of Logan County.

Miss Rodeo Logan County Brooke Sigmon welcomed those attending and introduced the 2020 Miss Rodeo contestant Makayla Motzkus and Miss Rodeo Sweetheart contestant Natali Boerner.

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Continued From Page 17 Commissioner Joe McBride also spoke, sharing his own experiences as an entrepreneur and the lessons he’s learned. He said he thinks the government and community need to provide a positive environment and resources for entrepreneurs. “If entrepreneurs and small businesses are successful, our community will flourish,” he said. “To accomplish this we must create a pro-entrepreneurial climate where we encourage Jeff Rice / South Platte Sentinel entrepreneurial spirit and provide Fair Parade Chairwoman Theresa Baessler introduces the 2019 Logan community support. This County Fair Parade Grand Marshals Coy and Bernadette Marick of Crook. The Maricks have been lifelong supporters of Logan County, their hometown, and the Logan County Fair.

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Leavitt Group recently awarded Kellogg-Ewing-Leavitt Insurance Agency with an “Agency Excellence Award.” Doug Stumpf and Becky Workman, local co-owners of the agency, accepted the award during Leavitt Group’s annual conference held this year in Las Vegas. The conference included Leavitt Group’s network of agencies from over 150 locations nationwide. “We would like to thank our valued clientele for their continued trust in receiving their insurance needs,” said Stumpf. Leavitt Group noted KelloggEwing-Leavitt Insurance Agency’s exceptional growth, profitability, and customer service

coworking space is a huge step in that direction.” To wrap up the reception, Eric Miller from the Leeds School of Business spoke about the five-year commitment the school is making to the community with its Demystifying Entrepreneurship program. The workshops will provide tips and tools for those looking to start or expand their own business. The first in the series was held Saturday, July 27, at Northeastern Junior College, and scholarships were available to cover the cost thanks to a number of sponsors.

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Haxtun student Erika Meakins holds up her creation that placed Courtesy Photo eighth in the National American Creative Patriotic Art Scholarship Sterling VFW Auxiliary President Lori Davison, left, and National American Creative Patriotic Art Contest. Her piece was inspired by her great-grandfather who served Scholarship Contest Chair Bertha Jones, right, pose for a photo with Erika Meakins, a Haxtun student in Korea, and a family friend who has talked about his time in the who placed eighth in the state level of the contest. service of our country.

Haxtun student places in VFW art contest Staff report Haxtun student Erika Meakins entered her painting in the National American Creative Patriotic Art Scholarship Contest, an annual promotion by VFW Auxiliaries country-wide for grades 9-12.

Meakins’ parents are Heather and Steven Meakins of Haxtun. Her painting was a project in her art class under Sara E. Martinez. Meakins’ entry was inspired by stories told by her greatgrandfather who served in

Local students among graduates of Fort Hays State University Local and area students from Colorado are among the 2,273 who completed associate, bachelor’s or graduate degrees at Fort Hays State University, Hays, Kan., in the spring 2019 semester.Graduates are listed with their degrees and majors and, in parentheses, areas of concentration. The university conferred 456 graduate degrees (master’s, Education Specialist and Doctor of Nursing Practice), 1,799 bachelor’s degrees and 59 associate degrees. Sterling: Casey Burr Cooper, a Bachelor of Science in criminal justice.

Teresa Love Davis, an Associate of General Studies (massage therapy). Rosa Catalina Fetty, a Bachelor of Science in medical diagnostic imaging. Haxtun: Taylor Lynn Horalek, a Bachelor of Arts in sociology. Fort Hays State, one of six state universities in the Kansas Board of Regents system, serves about 15,000 students, 4,500 on its campus in Hays, about 7,000 through the FHSU Virtual College and the remainder through its international partners.

Korea, and a family friend who has talked about his time in the service of our country. Her painting was the only one submitted from District 4 (Holyoke, Sterling, Akron, Yuma, Wray), coming in eighth place in the Department of Col-

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SHS trap shooters compete at nationals By Lisa Young Sports Writer Sterling High School students Tristan Trahern, Rachel Rosas and Braadon Anderson recently returned home after competing in the 2019 USA High School Clay Target League nationals in Mason, Michigan July 10-14. For Trahern it was the second time he made the 16-hour trek across the country for the event. Last year at the inaugural national championship meet, he shot his first “50” or two consecutive perfect rounds during the qualifying shoot. He then shot a 95 out of 100 during both the qualifier and the finals, for a score of 190 and finished in 224th place out of 1,400 shooters. This time around he scored 185 out of 200 and finished in 319th out of 1,800 competitors. He chalked the difference in his performances to “nerves” and the addition of 400 more competitors. The compound in Michigan has 46 trap houses compared to only two at the Logan County Shooting Sports Complex where he practices and shoots for league. “It was a lot of fun, that’s for sure. I definitely want to try and go the next two years,” said Trahern, who hopes to grab a college scholarship in the fastgrowing sport. In her first national competition, Rosas shot an 82 out of 100 in the first round. She missing qualifying for the final round by 10 hits. “I didn’t do as well as I wanted to. It was a whole new place for me,” Rosas said. “There were around 2,500 kids between teams and individuals. It was just weird seeing all those kids at your level.” Despite not reaching her goal, Rosas said she plans on making it back to the co-ed shooting event next summer, where she expects to have less nerves. This time she confessed to being “a bit shaky.” Also in his first national

competition, Anderson was only “two rocks” short of qualifying for the finals. He hit 90 targets out of 100 in the first round. Shooters needed a 92 or higher to move on to the finals. “It was scary at first and then I got out there and shot the first round of the competition with a 24 out of 25, so it wasn’t terrible after that,” he said, “The biggest thing I learned was to slow down and take it one rock at a time.” Coaches Jeff Rosas and Russ Trahern said they were able to observe the shooters, but weren’t able to offer advice during the competition. “There’s really not much coaching involved once you get there,” Rosas said. “You can’t be up there with them while they’re shooting; all the coaching is done prior to the event.” The five-day event began with two days of open practice followed by one day for team competition and one day for individual shooters with the finals on the last day. Shooters completed two 50-target sessions during the qualifying round, and another 100 targets during the finals. Rosas described the event as “a very competitive atmosphere,” with the tournament winner hitting a perfect 200. Next season the Sterling High School Trap team plans to bring a full team of five shooters to the national competition. Rosas said participating in a new fall league running from Sept. 22 to Oct. 20 will definitely help. The team will also participate in the traditional spring league, giving shooters year round experience.

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(From left)Tristan Trahern, Rachel Rosas and Braadon Anderson represented Sterling High School at the 2019 USA High School Clay Target League nationals in Mason, Michigan.

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‘Itching for a fight’ By Lisa Young Sports Writer Four local Mixed Martial Arts athletes are ‘itching for a fight’. Adam Fierro, Kim Morales, Cody Scherer and T.J Hughes are training hard at Garcia Sports Training Center in Sterling however, the group hasn’t landed as many meaningful bouts as they’d like. They say the hardest part in pursuing their passion can often be finding someone to face on the mat or in the cage. Adam Fierro, the new head coach for Northeastern Junior College wrestling, said he’s always been interested in Mixed Martial Arts and had a college coach who was a professional fighter. “I followed his career a lot. Once I moved here I looked into it and found Paul’s gym,” he said, “I’ve been training for the last year and just fell in love with it and I am ready to compete again.” At press time, the 26 year old has a scheduled fight on Saturday, Aug. 3 in Pueblo for the Renegade Fight Night Chapter 4. Fierro said his original opponent dropped but, he’s hoping to pick-up a new fight by dropping down to 195. He normally competes at 205. Paul Garcia, gym owner and trainer, said Fierro’s strength is in his wrestling abilities. “We’ve been having a hard time finding him a fight, because sometimes people shy away from his wrestling ability. Some of his opponents are just not as good and that’s what it comes down to. So, we have had some people back out on us recently. We’re just hoping to get this one.” According to his bio on the NJC wrestling web-site, “Fierro is originally from Bakersfield, CA

and wrestled for Bakersfield High. While in high school, he paced third at NHSCA Sophomore Nationals in 2009 and third at NHSCA Senior Nationals in 2011. Individually he was a three-time state qualifier (20092011) and placed third at state in 2011. Additionally, he was a part of the state championship team in 2010”. “Upon graduating high school, he attended California State University Bakersfield where he was a four-year starter for the Roadrunners. During his time there, he was a four-time PAC-12 place winner (4th, 3rd, 3rd, 2nd), a two-time NCAA DI National qualifier (2015, 2016), a two-time Junior FILA All-American Freestyle wrestler, and a Junior FILA All-American Greco wrestler. Fierro graduated from CSUB with a Bachelor in Exercise Science.” Fierro said he’s had to learn to be patient understanding that ‘life happens’ and despite the frustrations to keep pursuing his goals. “It’s just part of it, eventually I’ll get a fight at some point,” said Fierro, who’s yet to compete in the cage after having four cancelled matches. For now, he’s ‘feeling out MMA’ to see if it’s something he wants to do as a career. “My main priority is being a wrestling coach and taking care of the kids, seeing them through college so, MMA is just kind of the cherry on top. I haven’t competed in anything in a few years,” he said,” So, it’s nice being able to focus on myself and to be able to train and have a goal. I think it’s a good example for the guys I coach, for them to see that I am continuing to push myself and challenge myself.” Kim Morales, a 16-year old

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MMA fighters at Garcia Sports Training Center, from left, are Adam Fierro, Kim Morales, Cody Scherer and T.J Hughes. female, became interested in MMA after watching her brothers compete in wrestling. “My brothers were wrestlers and I was always interested in it, but my parents never let me so, I thought I’d tried this,” said Kim who focuses on muay thai kickboxing and jiu-jitsu. She said muay thai is often called “the art of eight limbs because you are able to use your fists, elbows, knees and feet to hit with” while jiu-jitsu is more ground grappling with chokes, holds and joint manipulation. “I prefer doing muay thai because I have really good

kicks,” she said. So far Kim has had one amateur muay thia match which she won in the second round via TKO. She’s 3-6 in jiu-jitsu but, has a gold medal at the Fight to Win 2018 Nationals in Denver. Like her fellow fighters, Kim is currently looking for a meaningful match. She needs an opponent who has a similar fight record and is near her own age. As, for other girls who may be interested in MMA, she offered some straight forward advice. “Understand that you’re going to be in a safe environ-

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Teams ‘dig’ grass volleyball tourney By Lisa Young Sports Writer The first 4’s Grass Volleyball Tournament in honor of Carrie Bauder, a longtime Sterling resident and youth supporter, took place Saturday, July 27, at the football practice field west of Sterling High School. Event organizers placed five courts on the grass where teams battled for first place and bragging rights. Spectators could buy a number of baked goods while they watched their favorite team. “The tournament went really well. A lot of games were played, bake sale items and t-shirts were sold. We are very pleased with the turnout and

will be doing the volleyball tournament annually, as well as adding more events in the future,” Chelsey Lehmkuhl, event organizer, said. The one-day event featured 11 four-player teams in a round robin style tournament. Teams were Taste the Rainbow, Narwhals, Diggs 4 Life, Ball Whispers, Bench Warmers, Mustangs, First Date Set, McRitell, PUMEKCUF, That’s What She Set and New Kids On The Block. At the end of a long day, Taste the Rainbow, made up of Sydney Henry, Allie Schumacher, Jade Feather and Aubree Long, took home the championship.

Riverview Women’s Golf Association Club Championship results announced Staff report Riverview Women’s Golf Association held their annual Club Championship tournament on Tuesday, July 30. Winners announced were: Medalist: Jeanett Lambrecht – 84 Low Net: Naomi Binder – 67 Championship Flight: Low Gross: Anna Kauffman – 99 1st Low Net: Dottie Benson – 76 2nd Low Net: (tie) Deb County, Vickie Heimbegner – 80 First Flight: Low Gross: (tie) Rockie Grauberger, Icel Haynes – 106 1st Low Net: Billie Feather – 76 2nd Low Net: Jerry Morgan – 85 Second Flight: Low Gross: Tina Anderson – 115 1st Low Net: Suzy Marostica – 73 2nd Low Net: Kendra Short – 79 Nine-Holes Flight: Low Gross: Chris Hauer – 62 Championship Pin Prizes #1 Longest Drive In Cut Fairway (2nd flight only 38-48) – Chris Hauer #2 Closest To Pin Tee Shot – Dottie Benson #3 Longest 1st Putt From On the Green Into the Hole – Jerry Morgan #4 Closest to Pin Tee Shot – Dottie Benson

#5 Closest to Water Without Going In (Any Side) – Tina Anderson #6 Longest 1st Putt From On or Off the Green Into the Hole – Jerry Morgan #7 Closest to Target on Tee Shot – Rockie Grauberger #8 Closest to Pin Chip Shot (Putter OK) – Suzy Marostica #9 Closest to Well – Icel Haynes #10 Longest Drive In the Cut Fairway (Championship Flight Only 0-31) – Jeanett Lambrecht #11 Closest to Pin on Tee Shot – Tina Anderson #12 Closest to Pin on Chip Shot (No Putter) – Anna Kauffman #13 Closest to Left Sand Bunker Without Going In – Kendra Short #14 Closest to Pin 2nd Shot – Dottie Benson #15 Longest Drive in Cut Fairway (1st Flight Only 32-37) – Icel Haynes #16 Closest to Pin on 3rd Shot (Chip or Putt) – Jeanett Lambrecht #17 Closest to Pin on Chip Shot (Putter OK) – Icel Haynes #18 Longest 1st Putt From On The Green Into The Hole – Jerry Morgan The association would like to thank all those involved: Val and Melody, Leigh Hutt and his crew, and a special thanks to Jimmy’s Pizza for lunch, and to all the ladies of RWGA for making the tournament a success.

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According to Lehmkuhl, proceeds from the tournament will go to a number of youth athletic programs for both boys and girls in the Sterling community. Northeastern Junior College

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Itching for fight at sports training center Continued From Page 21 Marines. “It was very interesting and it (MMA) helped me better my life and deal with PTSD,” said Scherer who served four years with one tour in Afghanistan. Scherer says he’s taking a ‘wait and see’ approach with his fighting future. Much depends on where he lands after finishing his degree in sports business management. However, he’s still dreaming of going pro in the next year. Scherer will have his MMA debut Oct. 19 in North Platte, Nebraska. “MMA might take me out big, but I’ll always come back and give back to this community,” he said, “Right now, I need some fights, then get an amateur title and from there move on to the pro level.” While he and his fellow

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MMA’ers are ‘itching for a fight’, Scherer is quick to point out that their sport isn’t about violence or anger. “A lot of people have a misconception about it because it’s just a super violent and mean angry world but, some of the nicest and calmest people I’ve ever met were MMA fighters.” T.J Hughes, head trainer at Garcia Sports for 12 years, will compete in the 170-175 weight class at a four-man jiu-jitsu tournament on Sept. 7 at JeffCo Fairgrounds. The competition will be a round-robin event with a big perk for the winner. At stake for Hughes, a blue belt, is an opportunity to advance to a purple belt in his sport by taking advantage of a new ‘fast track’ for athletes who want to move up to the next belt. “Normally you go through a

ranking system, but this is a way to show your skills. So, instead of going through the long grueling process it gives you a chance to go from whatever skill level you’re at and jump ahead.” As for his goals, Hughes said he “plans to practice until he dies or until he can’t do it anymore.” More specifically, he’s shooting for the coveted black belt. “White belt is beginning, blue belt represents intermediate, purple is where they’re starting to see you as a professional, brown is the traditional pro level and black is master level,” he explained. Hughes said Garcia Sports Training Center is open to anyone at any skill level to check out the gym, to learn a new skill or find out about their self-defense classes.

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Car show to benefit New Raymer restoration project By Callie Jones News Editor A project to restore Centre Avenue in New Raymer is continuing to move forward. For three years now, the Friends of Raymer group has been working with Colorado Colorado Parks and Wildlife photo Preservation, Inc., a 501(c)3 nonprofit "What we've learned is that many young people want to learn how to donor-supported hunt but don't have someone at home to show them how," said organization, to try to save and Hunter Outreach Coordinator Kathleen Mawhinney of CPW's preserve buildings on Centre Avenue. The street was named Northwest Region. to CPI’s Most Endangered Places program and just last year the Friends of Raymer Group was able to get designation on the Colorado Historic Register for the mercantile (formerly known as the Truxaw & Kruger Cash Grocery/Seldin’s Cash Grocery Store).

Here’s chance to learn how to hunt big, small game Colorado Parks & Wildlife If you are between the ages of 12-17 and have always wanted to hunt big or small game but don’t have anyone at home to show you how, here’s your chance to participate in worldclass outdoor recreation and be a part of critical wildlife management efforts into the future. Offered through the agency’s Hunter Outreach Program, novice hunters across the state get a chance to learn how tohunt responsibly and properly with the skills taught by CPW experts. To receive the application, send an email to nwhunteroutreach@gmail.com, then submit it before the Aug. 16 deadline. “What we’ve learned is that many young people want to learn how to hunt but don’t have someone at home to show them how,” said Hunter Outreach Coordinator Kathleen Mawhinney of CPW’s Northwest Region. “That is why the Hunter Outreach Program is so valuable. Once they experience first-hand mentorship from CPW experts, these kids will be able to hunt safely and responsibly in the future.” CPW’s Hunter Outreach Program offers youths more

opportunities than ever before to head into the field to harvest a big or small game animal using skills learned first-hand from experts. “Over the years, thousands of young hunters have learned the skills and techniques needed to hunt a variety of big and small game, including deer, elk, pronghorn, upland birds or waterfowl,” said Mawhinney. “The future of Colorado’s wildlife management efforts depends greatly on our younger generations, and the successful Hunter Outreach Program remains a big part of that.” Mawhinney says even with expert mentorship, not every hunter will fill their tag. She says enjoying the outdoors with friends and family makes hunting in Colorado one of the most rewarding activities. “Hunting gets people outside, it teaches responsibility, it teaches about effective wildlife management, and if they are lucky, putting fresh, organic meat on the table is a bonus. This is a fantastic opportunity for our future hunters,” she said. For more information about the Hunter Outreach Program, visit the CPW website.

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Local gymnasts compete at state meet By Lisa Young Sports Writer Elizabeth Miller, Country Gymnastics, recently stood on top of the podium at the Colorado Association of Recreational Athletics (CARA) state meet held at Overland High School in Aurora July 26-27. The 13-year old, returning from an ankle injury last year, to take first place allaround in Optional Level 1 scoring 31 total points. Her best performances were in the uneven bars and balance beam, taking first in both events. She took fourth in floor exercise and 13th in vault. “I was excited to win first, I was so happy,” said Miller who will compete at the high school level next season. “Elizabeth had her best CARA season ever. At the state meet, she captured the individual championships for her age and level on bars, beam and all-around. That was a meet performance she’ll never forget and it was exciting watching her perform so well under pressure,” Coach Rick Kaiser said. Miller was joined at state by teammates Alivia Weathers, Peytyn Kuntz, Lydia Boxberger, Raia Sprague and Ayla Baney. In the C-4 level competition, Baney finished 4th in the all-around with 33.6 total points. She took 6th in vault, 11th in bars, 7th in balance beam and 5th in floor. Sprague finished 5th in all-around 32.7 points. She was 2nd in vault, 15th in bars, 7th in balance beam and 5th in floor. Box-

berger was 10th place in all-around with 32.08 points. She was 14th in vault, 9th in bars, 13th in balance beam and 13th in floor. Kuntz finished 14th in balance beam. Weathers, an incoming sophomore at Lone Star High School, has qualified for state every year in at least one event. She placed every year except this year due to a leg injury. Her finals routine in the Optional 4 Level floor exercise put her in 9th place for that event. “Alivia was placed in a grouping with some of the best high school gymnasts in the state, and performed quite well”, Kaiser said, “Although she did not place among the top six, her floor performance was powerful and representative of the remarkable progress she’s made since her freshman year in high school.” “I am beyond excited for the high school season to start. I have more experience under my belt and am expecting big things this year,” Weathers said, “I had a very interesting performance at state this year. I came in with a slight injury on my right hamstring. After my second pass, my ace bandage came undone and swung around my leg for the rest of my routine. Although I managed to still have a clean routine, I know that had my wrap not fallen off my score could have been higher allowing me to place.” Prior to the state competition 16 girls from Country Gymnastics competed in the regional meet held July 19- 20 in Aurora.

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Elizabeth Miller, Country Gymnastics, took first place all-around at CARA state meet. Competing in the all-around regional competition in C-3 level were Lia Sprague, Jordynn Schnell, Rylee Runge, Anabelle Padilla and Isabella Arellano. Kinley Schnnell competed in the uneven bars and Emma Bertrand participated in the vault, uneven bars and balance beam. Competing in the all-around regional competition for the C-4 level were Raia Sprague, Peytyn Kuntz, Jade Kuntz, Aylin Aguirre, Ayla Baney and Lydia Boxberger. Three gymnasts with advanced skills Elizabeth Miller and Alivia Weathers and Jay-

lee Nienhuser also competed in the allaround division. According to coach Rick Kaiser, CARA is an organization that has a team structure where gymnasts who attend a specific gym compete for that gymnastics facility or program. Results are solely by individual gymnast. Gymnasts are put into competitive groups by skill level and age. Optional gymnasts have a higher skill mastery. Optional gymnasts in level 4 have a higher level of difficulty in specific routines than a gymnast in Optional level 1. Compulsory gymnasts perform routines that are specified for them. Compulsory 3 (C-3) lower skill level performs routines appropriate to their skill level, and are also grouped by age. Routines for compulsory 4 (C-4) gymnasts demand a higher level of mastery, and are also grouped by age. “Our compulsory 4 (C-4) gymnasts demonstrated they each are ready for optional competition. Their individual skill levels have increased, and their individual performances at state, whether they placed or not, set them apart from most of the compulsory gymnasts in the meet. Some like Ayla Baney and Raia Sprague, distinguished themselves in their age and level,” the coach said. CARA provides competition gymnastics opportunities for girls and boys, ages 7-18 throughout Colorado with the season running May through July.

Kuntz is summer golf league champ

Karen Burkholder / Special to the South Platte Sentinel

Trey Kuntz, Summer Golf League Champion

By Lisa Young Sports Writer The Sterling High School boys golf team recently wrapped up their summer golf league. Trey Kuntz, of Sterling, won this year’s league championship. Sterling competed against Yuma, Fort Morgan and Brush on Mondays throughout July with a total of five tournaments. In order to be considered for the championship, players had to play in three of the five tournaments. Kuntz finished first in the four tournaments he competed in, scoring an average of 76.75. He was awarded a beautiful homemade trophy crafted by Dustin

Thim of Yuma. Coach Karen Burkholder said her team started their season this week with qualifying rounds Monday and Tuesday. They will travel to Brush and Windsor on Thursday for competition.

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How does Social Security fit into your retirement income strategy? It might not be on your calendar, but Aug. 14 is Social Security Day. Since it was enacted on Aug. 14, 1935, Social Security has provided some financial support for millions of Americans during their retirement years. While Social Security benefits, by themselves, probably aren’t enough to enable you to retire comfortably, they can be a key part of your overall retirement income strategy – if you use them wisely. To help you make decisions about Social Security, you will need to answer these questions: When should I start taking my benefits? You can take Social Security once you reach 62, but if you wait until your full retirement age, which will probably be between 66 and 67, you’ll get much bigger monthly checks, and if you wait until 70, you’ll get the biggest possible

payments. Before deciding when to begin receiving your benefits, you’ll need to weigh a few factors, including your estimated longevity and your other sources of income. How should I consider potential spousal benefits? If you are married, or if you’re divorced but were married for at least 10 years, you could receive up to half of your spouse’s full retirement benefit (offset by your own benefit, and reduced if you claim early). If you outlive your spouse, you could claim survivor benefits, which can provide either your own benefits or 100% of your deceased spouse’s, whichever is larger. Consequently, the higher-earning spouse might want to postpone taking benefits for as long as possible to maximize the survivor benefit. How much can I earn without reducing my Social Security benefits? If you are younger

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than your full retirement age and you are receiving Social Security, the Social Security Administration will withhold $1 from your benefits for each $2 you earn over a certain threshold (which, in 2019, is $17,640). For the year you reach your full retirement age, your benefits could be withheld by $1 for every $3 you earn over $46,920. But once you reach your full retirement age, you can earn as much as you want without your benefits being withheld, although your benefits could still be taxed, depending on your income. How much of my pre-retirement income will Social Security replace? Generally

speaking, you should expect Social Security to replace slightly more than a third of your preretirement income. However, the higher your income during your working years, the lower the replacement value of Social Security will be. What other sources of retirement income should I develop? Contribute as much as you can afford to your IRA and your 401(k) or similar employer-sponsored retirement plan. You may want to consult with a financial professional, who can look at your entire retirement income picture and recommend moves to help you achieve the lifestyle you’ve envisioned for your later years. Keep in mind that your decisions about Social Security filing strategies should always be based on your specific needs and health considerations. For more information, visit the Social Security Administration

website at socialsecurity.gov. One final word: You may have concerns about the stability of Social Security. While no one can predict the future, many potential solutions exist to put the program on more solid footing. Consequently, try to focus on the actions you can control. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. This information is believed to be reliable, but investors should rely on information from the Social Security Administration before making a decision on when to take Social Security benefits. It is general information and not meant to cover all scenarios. Your situation may be different, so be sure to discuss this with the Social Security Administration prior to taking benefits.

Sterling’s Chad Loos wins truck pull class By Jeff Rice Staff Writer A Sterling man won his class in the Heartland Series Tractor and Truck Pull Friday at Logan County Fairgrounds. Chad Loos of Sterling took first place in the Street Diesel class Friday evening. Chad’s 2011 Dodge Ram 2500 pulled for 327.75 feet, one of the longer pulls of the evening. The longest pull of the night was Sean Blackburn’s 355.34 feet in “Blown Wages,” a modified pulling tractor from Sidney, Neb. The pull was the first of six charged-admission events to be held during the fair, which runs through Sunday. Tuesday evening will see the NextEra PBR bull riding event, then two nights of the Dick Stull Memorial PRCA professional rodeo on Thursday and Friday, the East Cheyenne Gas Storage Night Show on Saturday and the Demolition Derby Sunday afternoon. Here are complete results from Friday’s tractor pull: Antique Tractor Jim Piper, Mighty A, Scottsbluff, Neb., 209.52 Zach Lussetto, Itty Bitty, Bridgeport, Neb., 203.56 Street Gas Brian Peters, Little Loren,

Bridgeport, Neb., 317.39 Brian Peters, Ag 1, Bridgeport, Neb., 305.75 Street Diesel Chad Loos, 2011 Dodge Ram 2500, Sterling, Colo., 327.75 Jeremy Greenman, Business Expense, Scottsbluff, Neb., 314.68 Shawn Dohmen, 04 Chevy, Iliff, Colo., 298.64 James Farro, Midnight Fantasy, Scottsbluff, Neb., 286.52 Mark Durant, Hopes & Dreams, Torrington, Wyo., 257.86 Small Block Economod Jeff Wiges, Redneck binder, Fort Morgan, Colo., 294.63 Kyle Lussetto, Bow Tie Binder, Bridgeport, Neb., 286.61 Mark Douthit, Sinister Deere, Bridgeport, Neb., 278.51 Rod Scheiding, Gizmo, Carpenter, Wyo., 274.41 Big Block Economod Nathan Zwickl, Roarin’ Red, North Platte, Neb., 329.49 Kyle Lussetto, Yes Deere, Bridgeport, Neb., 316.61 Don Peters, MX240, Mitchell, Neb., 305.52 Roy Peters, Ratical Deere, Bridgeport, Neb., 304.32 Heather Holmes-Scheiding, Survivor, Carpenter, Wyo.,

264.23 Rod Crawford, Eldorado, Wilcoz, Ariz., 254.89 Pro Street 4X4 Brian Loomis, Smokin’ Joe, Bridgeport, Neb., 321.85 Stephanie Farro, Makin’ Noise, Bridgeport, Neb., 315.75 George Elmke, Plum Crazy, Grover, Colo., 304.58 Jessica Loomis, Dirt Cheap, Bridgeport, Neb., 299.81 Light Limited Super Stock Dave Todd, Deuces Wild, Wiggins, CO, 326.58 Greg Lussetto, Ol’ Bitty, Bridgeport, Neb., 306.41 Nathan Zwickl, Turnin’ Red, North Platte, Neb., 294.54 Timothy Wunsch, High Altitude, Fort Morgan, Colo., 255.17 Limited Pro Stock 4X4 Jason Wiges, EPA Approved, Fort Morgan, Colo., 328.92 Josh Hoesing, Excessive Force, Summerset, S.D., 327.09 Rick Harimon, Chain Reaction, Minatare, Neb., 314.33 Truen Henderson, Cummin’ Alive, Bridgeport, Neb., 302.75 Light Limited Pro Stock Jon Darnell, Red Rider, Scottsbluff, Neb., 333.84 Jim Darnell, Crazy Horse,

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Sweltering summer heat

Continued From Page 10 dow this time all I could see was the humidity rising from the ground. Why bother with curling my hair because by the time I got to my car it was wringing wet. Why bother with makeup because it just streamed down your face. Somebody, besides me, should tell those people in the Midwest there are cooler states to live in where 100 degrees with 100% humidity does not exist. That doesn’t even indicate what the heat index actually is. If I haven’t made myself clear, clearly I think these sweltering Summer days only belong in a

book and not in my daily life. When a person gets cold it is easy to layer on the clothes. When it’s hot, there is only so much to take off unless the clothes in your closet belong to a pole dancer. And just when I think it can’t get any worse, August rolls around and brings with it the Logan County Fair and that is a sure guarantee of sweltering heat, cloudless skies and flies or hard wind and heavy rain. Don’t get me wrong. I love the

fair and all that it brings to our world. But I’m also not the dedicated 4-Her who grooms, cleans, exercises and shows their animal in an arena with no circulation, no breeze and in extraordinary hot show clothes, and I’m not talking about runway fashion styles but jeans, long sleeved shirts, boots and hats. I’m also not the food vendors or manning the carnival rides and games on scorching pavement. Nor am I an extreme bull rider

or PRCA contestant wearing traditional cowboy gear. I’m definitely not a judge, a superintendent, law enforcement or a myriad of other volunteers on the fairgrounds this week so I can leave anytime I want. I don’t have to help setup or tear down for the fabulous concerts we have or work the arena for the tractor pull, bull riding, rodeos or demo derby. And most of all, I’m not a Todd Thomas, Micaela Ladd, Tim Schaefer, Alan Barton, Bill Dolan,

Marilee Johnson, Lisa Leeman, Chance Wright, Kassie Roth, Aaron Hettinger, Theresa Baessler, Jennifer Brown, John Korrey, Brett Powell, Theresa Crose, Rod Talbert or Amber St. Clair-Kapteyn who tirelessly work all year, and non-stop this week no matter how high the temperatures rise to bring us the Logan County Fair. A nice evening rain would sure cool things off but I don’t wish that on everyone’s hard work. Still in my sweetest voice I make this plea: Mother Nature, Can you please cool it off? I think your GPS is way off. Seriously, this isn’t Hell.

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Regulations OK’d on first reading Refresh immunizations Continued From Page 4 subdivided the acreage their house is on from the rest of that parcel for estate planning purposes. The commissioners awarded a bid of $55,121 for a new skidsteer loader for the Logan County Fairgrounds. The bid was awarded to Agtek Repair of Sterling. The board also approved the purchase of asphalt material and petroleum resin product from COBITCO to be used in the county’s chip seal project.

Jeff Reeves, road and bridge manager for the county, said COBITCO’s bid of $1.97 a gallon for 200,000 gallons of material was six cents higher than a bid submitted by Vance Brothers of Denver. However, Reeves said, COBITCO’s product has been used for years and is proven to be high quality, while the material Vance was proposing “does not meet all of the specifications required and has not been in production long.” During the board’s work

session prior to the business meeting, the board gave Pelton permission to submit a grant proposal to the Colorado Department of Local Affairs for $490,254, which the county will match dollar-for-dollar, to do overlays and chip seal on several miles of county road. Pelton said the roads in question are impacted by oil and gas exploration and production in the county and the DOLA grant will provide severance tax funds to help maintain those roads.

before going to school Continued From Page 14 cause meningitis. Finally, the yearly flu vaccines are recommended to all children 6 months and older. If you haven’t already, check your child’s immunization record and schedule a visit to their physician or clinic. Doing it now will help you avoid a potential lastminute rush and will ensure there are no surprises on the first day of school. Remember to keep your child’s immunization

records current and in a safe place. If you do need an official copy of your child’s immunization record there are several places you can go, including your child’s doctor, health clinic, school or you can call the Northeast Colorado Health Department. For more information or to make an appointment please call your local health department office. You can also find information at www.nchd.org.

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Iliff Head Start Is hiring the following positions:

Teacher/Teacher Assistant: Teacher Assistant works Tuesdays through Fridays, 8:30 to 3:30. Prefer an A.A. degree in Early Childhood Education or experience working with three to five year-old children in a learning environment and willing to work toward an A.A. degree. Call 521-0538 for an application. E.O.E.

ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS-DIRECT CARE Sterling - Ft. Morgan – Julesburg - Yuma

• Wages will be $11.10 per hour plus night differential. • Paid Time Off • Retirement Plan • Tuition Assistance • 10 Paid Holidays

• Health Insurance • Paid Life Insurance • Cafeteria/Flex Plan • AFLAC

To receive an application call

970-522-7121 or stop by our office at 617 S. 10th Ave., Sterling. EOE

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V-Y TRUCK LINE INC

IS HIRING.

LOCAL HAULING HOME EVERY NIGHT!!! Looking for drivers for hauling feed out of ethanol plants, home every night. Work schedule is 6 days on and 3 days off home every night. Good pay and benefits HEALTH INSURANCE AND RETIREMENT PLAN, you will operate newer and well maintained equipment. Also looking for livestock drivers. Mostly local hauling with some overnight trips. This also is good paying and includes HEALTH INSURANCE and RETIREMENT PLAN. You will operate newer and well maintained trucks and trailers. Have openings for owner operators for hauling Livestock to pull company trailers.

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CALL 970-522-0776 Ask for Rick or stop by the office at 1410 East Chestnut St. Sterling, CO

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South Platte Sentinel

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