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Rash of Car Burglaries Continues & Spreads

By Tammy Schlingmann on Sat, 09/15/2018 - 18:49

The Osage County Sherri’s Office has released the following announcement:

“The vehicle burglars were at again. Several more vehicle burglaries in the Carbondale and Overbrook areas overnight. Please remove valuables from and lock your vehicles! If you see anyone or anything suspicious, please report it to us ASAP!”

Shirley Maxine Lovett Hodges

By Rosie Blacketer on Fri, 09/14/2018 - 12:37

Jan. 1, 1938 – Sept. 13, 2018

EMPORIA — Shirley Maxine Lovett Hodges died early Thursday, Sept. 13, 2018, at her home in Emporia. She was 80.

She was born Jan. 1, 1938, at Olivet, the daughter of Homer and Wilma Hamilton Lovett. She attended Olivet High School and graduated with the class of 1955. Shortly after school she began working at Blue Cross and Blue Shield.

Don Masenthin

By Rosie Blacketer on Thu, 09/13/2018 - 14:28

Aug. 27, 1941 – Sept. 12, 2018

TOPEKA — Don Masenthin died Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2018, at his home in Topeka. He was 77.

He was born Aug. 27, 1941, on a farm near Vassar, the son of Walter and Lydia Poertner Masenthin. He grew up on a farm near Lyndon and Vassar and lived in Burlingame, Lyndon and Wichita before moving to Topeka.

Westar Energy warns customers of electric company imposters

By Tammy Schlingmann on Thu, 09/13/2018 - 09:08

Westar Energy is alerting customers that imposters claiming to work for the company are threatening to disconnect service and asking for prepaid cards as payment. Several customers have contacted Westar Energy’s Customer Relations Center after receiving suspicious phone calls.

Some imposters are very convincing. They may use websites that allow them to manipulate caller ID, making the call appear to come from Westar. They speak with authority. When the targeted customer calls the phone numbers provided, the person who answers sounds like they work for Westar. In some cases, callers may even provide information like amount due that makes them sound credible.

“Scammers create a sense of urgency to get customers to act quickly rather than allowing them time to check their account,” Gina Penzig, manager, media communications, Westar Energy, said. “We will never require a pre-paid card for payment. Also, we notify customers multiple times in advance if service may be interrupted for non-payment.”
Before acting on one of these calls, check your records to see if a recent payment has been made. If you are still unsure, call our Customer Relations Center at (800) 383-1183 and check your account status. For more about identifying scams, visit www.westarenergy.com/scams.

If a customer receives a suspicious visit from an individual, he or she should also report it to their local law enforcement agency.

Rash of Vehicle Burglaries

By Tammy Schlingmann on Wed, 09/12/2018 - 17:37

The Osage County Sheriff’s Office has released the following announcement.

“During the early morning hours this morning, numerous vehicles in the City of Carbondale and the City of Scranton were burglarized.

If you have any information, please contact the Osage County Sheriff's Office at 785-828-3121 or Crimestoppers at 1-877-OSCRIME.

A reminder, please do not leave valuables like money, electronics, and weapons in your vehicle. Please lock your vehicle and keep your belongings safe.”

Overbrook Children's Fishing Derby 2018

By Tammy Schlingmann on Wed, 09/12/2018 - 10:31

The 10th Annual Steve Cross Memorial Children's Fishing Derby was held Saturday, Sept. 8, at the Children's Pond, Overbrook.

Community Calendar Sept. 13 - 27

By Tammy Schlingmann on Wed, 09/12/2018 - 09:57

Community Calendar

Thursday, Sept. 13
• iTone Free Fitness, 6 to 7 p.m., Carbondale City Hall. Classes are free. For more information, contact Anna Smith at (785) 221-8816 or iToneWalkiT@gmail.com.

Friday, Sept. 14
• Osage City citywide garage sale. For more information call (785) 528-5095.

Saturday, Sept. 15
• Osage City citywide garage sale. For more information call (785) 528-5095.
• Mennonite bake and plant sale, 8 a.m., parking lot of Osage Custom Meats, 1039 W. Highway 31, Osage City.
• Overbrook PRIDE meeting, 8 a.m., American Legion, 102 Maple, Overbrook.
• Amish bake sale, 9 a.m., outside O’Bryhim’s Thriftway, 205 Maple St., Overbrook.
• Mennonite bake and plant sale, 1:30 p.m., Cross Roads RV, 23313 US-75, Lyndon.
• Lyndon Amish Mennonite Church gospel singing 4 p.m. at Lincoln Park, Osage City. Public is invited to attend.

Tuesday, Sept. 18
• Auburn Farmer’s Market, noon to 5:30 p.m., Presbyterian Church parking lot.
• Tuesday Table, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., United Methodist Church, Overbrook.
• iTone Free Fitness, 6 to 7 p.m., Carbondale City Hall. Classes are free. For more information, contact Anna Smith at (785) 221-8816 or iToneWalkiT@gmail.com.

Wednesday, Sept. 19
• Carbondale Farmers Market, 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Carbondale City Park.

Thursday, Sept. 20
• National Rehabilitation Week reception, 10 a.m. Peterson’s Assisted Living, 629 Holliday St., Osage City.
• Blood drive, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Lyndon State Bank, 817 Topeka Blvd, Lyndon. Schedule appointment online at www.esavealifenow.org and use sponsor code lyndonstbanklyndon or call Kathy Zabel at (785) 828-4411.
• iTone Free Fitness, 6 to 7 p.m., Carbondale City Hall. Classes are free. For more information, contact Anna Smith at (785) 221-8816 or iToneWalkiT@gmail.com.

Friday, Sept. 21
• Chapter 2099 National Association of Active and Retired Federal Employees will meet 6:30 p.m. at Lamont Hill Restaurant, Vassar.

Saturday, Sept. 22
• Scranton Fall Festival, more information to come.
• Sausage, pancakes, biscuits and gravy, eggs made to order, juice, milk, or coffee, 7 to 11 a.m. at Hulsopple Community Center, Scranton City Park. Free will donation gratefully accepted. For more information, call Paul Schmidt at (785) 793-2149. Sponsored by Scranton Lions Club.
• Mennonite bake and plant sale, 8 a.m., parking lot of Osage Custom Meats, 1039 W. Highway 31, Osage City.
• Amish bake sale, 9 a.m., outside O’Bryhim’s Thriftway, 205 Maple St., Overbrook.
• Mennonite bake and plant sale, 1:30 p.m., Cross Roads RV, 23313 US-75, Lyndon.

Monday, Sept. 24
• Osage City Kiwanis meeting, 7 p.m., The Depot, Osage City.

Tuesday, Sept. 25
• Auburn Farmer’s Market, noon to 5:30 p.m., Presbyterian Church parking lot.
• iTone Free Fitness, 6 to 7 p.m., Carbondale City Hall. Classes are free. For more information, contact Anna Smith at (785) 221-8816 or iToneWalkiT@gmail.com.
• Overbrook Friends of the Library meeting, 6:30 p.m., Library Conference Room, Overbrook Public Library.

Wednesday, Sept. 26
• Carbondale Farmers Market, 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Carbondale City Park.
• Overbrook Animal Ordinance Committee meeting, 7 p.m., Overbrook City Hall.

Thursday, Sept. 27
• iTone Free Fitness, 6 to 7 p.m., Carbondale City Hall. Classes are free. For more information, contact Anna Smith at (785) 221-8816 or iToneWalkiT@gmail.com.

September 13, 2018 - PDF Edition

By Tammy Schlingmann on Wed, 09/12/2018 - 09:43

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Marilyn Pollom Adams

By Rosie Blacketer on Mon, 09/10/2018 - 08:12

June 9, 1932 – Sept. 6, 2018

LAWRENCE — Marilyn Pollom Adams died Thursday, Sept. 6, 2018, at her home. She was 86.

She was born June 9, 1932, at Lawrence, the daughter of Cleatis and Marguerite Pollom. She attended public schools in Lawrence and graduated from Kansas University with a Bachelor of Science degree in occupational therapy. She later added a degree in music education from Emporia State University.

Leitha Farwell

By Rosie Blacketer on Fri, 09/07/2018 - 16:09

May 13, 1936 – Sept. 7, 2018

OSAGE CITY — Leitha Farwell, Lyndon, died Friday, Sept. 7, 2018, at Osage Nursing Center, Osage City. She was 82.

She was born May 13, 1936, at Peoria, Ill., the daughter of Wilbur and Clara Tunis Light. She grew up in Dunlap, Ill., lived in Peoria, Ill., Topeka and Lyndon. The last four years she wintered in Venice, Fla., and summered in Lyndon.

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