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Newsletter June 10, 2016

Newsletter Editor, Duke Wiggins

Guests: Bob Tolar – Elliott Morturary – guest of Harley Macklin. Bob has filled out a membership form

Robert Calhoun – Guest of Jay Pitzer

Jan & Ron Pauls, our program for today

Sergeants’ Corner: In other words, it’s a money collection system.

Dorinda for being president

2. Guy with no badge

3. Randall for ratting out Paul Hardenburger (I think I made this up)

4. Dwight for talking

5. Members of the board for conducting a meeting

6. Terry Bisby to announce garden tour

7. Colby ended the session with a see ya

Program: Jan Pauls is the current representative serving the 102nd Kansas Congressional District. She has chaired several powerful committies that control what bills reach the house floor. She has doubts about joint committee consensus and is convinced that a tax increase will be needed in the end. Although several questions tried to pin her down on which presidential candidate she might support. she refused to commit at this time. She reminded us that in 1982 Muhammid Ali visited Hutchinson thanks to the quick thinking of her husband Ron, who is a retired railroad employee and is very involved with the Kansas Retirees Organization. Jan is also responsible for saving the giant cottonwood tree on 96 Hwy that is known as the honking tree.

Drawings:

Lucky Aces – 50/50 drawing was one by Steve Conard, who went home $5 richer. The new total is $231

There was no Newsletter question for last Friday..

The Newsletter question for Friday June 17, what district does Jan Pauls serves on?

Next week’s program will be Dr. Ed Berger. Steve Becker in now in Topeka at the special session of the legislature.

GUESTS: Robert Calhoun, guest of Jay Pitzer. Bob Tolar, guest of Harley Macklin.

Thad Bartley rang us in for President Parrs last meeting.

SGT. REPORT: Sgt. Scott and Deputy Jeff took their last ride as enforcers. Thad was fined for being a pseudo-President and announcing his new gig with Allstate Ins. Scott C. paid a coverage tax as outgoing Sgt. Dennis R. paid for being outgoing Secretary. Doyle announced that Miss Rodeo Colorado supported our efforts and donated $40.00 to Living Endowment. Doyle was then fined a Rodeo Queen tax for being the only AMBUC allowed to sit with them. Dean B. paid an under the wire tax. Stan was fined for sitting by himself (he said it was the most intelligent conversation he has had in years!). Colby plugged the Reins of Hope golf tournament on June 12. Colby had Brenda fined. Paul H. bought a fine to brag on son, Jacobs grades at KSU. Fred Conner paid to request assistance at the Sweet Shoppe for the bike race. Duke paid to promote the National Big Hat Raffle for guns or $2500.00 dollars cash. Rod Calhoun paid for seeing his name in the obituaries.

PROGRAM: None this meeting. Be prepared for real programs in June! Kathy Hanks is BACK!

ELECTIONS: The previous slate was announced in a prior newsletter, but no action was taken by the club. Duke Wiggins announced that he was throwing his hat in as 2nd V.P. Expect a club vote on June 3 to approve the candidates.

LUCKY ACE DRAWING: Fred Conner-$5.00. (donated to the club). The Jackpot continues to grow!

NEWSLETTER DRAWING: Doyle knew that Miss Rodeo Kansas was from Dodge City (gee!). The easiest $25.00 he has ever acquired!

NEWSLETTER QUESTION: For $5.00, what is Thad Bartleys new gig?

GUESTS: Teresa Preston a guest of Kathy Hanks. Myron, Pam and Lindy Sasse, guests of Terry Brigman. Bob Tolar a guest of Harley Macklin. Madelaine Mills, Miss Rodeo Colorado from Castle Rock, CO, Lauren Rumbaugh, Miss Rodeo Kansas from Dodge City, KS, Kassidy McKee, Miss Rodeo Oklahoma Teen from Lenapah, OK, Sydney Spencer, Miss Rodeo Oklahoma from Collinsville, OK, Beth Kujala, Miss Rodeo Wisconsin from Spooner, WI and Kent Kerschner, The Foto Cowboy all guests of Doyle Ehling in town for the Abbyville Rodeo.

FINES: Jeff Brewer and Scott Cooley were our morning Sergeants. Andrew Parr paid the customary Presidential fine, Doyle Ehling was fined probably for bringing too many guests and the Sergeants rang out early since we had a full schedule.

ANNOUNCEMENTS: Dorinda Simmons our President elect presented her slate of officers for the 2016-2017 club year. Thad Bartley, 2nd VP, Don Grossardt, Treasurer, Kathy Hanks and Ward Davis, Program Co-Chairs, Doug Foss, Community Service Chair, John Knipp, Sergeant-At-Arms, Randall Haltom, Social Chair, Jeff Roberson, Website Chair, Tom Hymer, Newsletter Chair, Paul Hardenburger, Sweet Shop Chair, Darren Wicks, Special Projects Chair, Duke Wiggins, Big Hat Chair and Brad Thompson, Member at Large. Dorinda still needs a volunteer for Secretary and Vice-President VERY SOON!

PROGRAM: We had 3 programs today. Lindy Sasse a former graduate of Buhler High and graduate this week from K-State has been accepted for a 3 year Doctorate in Physical Therapy program. She was awarded a scholarship from the National AMBUCS Scholarships for Therapists Program. She spoke about that she got interested in PT by helping her Dad with his PT following shoulder surgery and helping friends with their sports injuries. She is looking forward to helping patients improve their quality of life using physical therapy and working the various ages of patients and building relationships with them.

Lauren Rumbaugh, Miss Rodeo Kansas spoke about growing up in Dodge City, Kansas just blocks from the rodeo arena and showing horses here at the state fair. While attending and later participating in the rodeo in Dodge City she saw many rodeo queens parade through and never thought she would one day be promoting rodeo as a rodeo queen at various locations in Kansas and around the county. She just graduated from K-State with a degree in Animal Sciences & Industry.

Kathy Hanks introduced Teresa Preston, Professor of Fine Arts at HCC. An artist and art historian Teresa presented a PowerPoint show of her many trips over a 15 year period to Ghana West Africa to study art. She told of her writing a paper on the Adornments of Africa and her pursuit to see first hand how they are produced. She especially wanted to learn how to cast hollow glass beads and to cast bronze. Besides bead making and bronze casting she also learned batik and tie-dye, weaving and adinkra. Every village specializes in one art form and everyone in the village participates in producing it for market. Pottery is more utilitarian in nature because of the need. In 2011 a group of artists from Ghana were brought to the United States to teach workshops on their crafts to HCC and Northern Kentucky University. 2013 was her last time there with a group. Why Ghana? It is one of the few English speaking countries and one of the safest to travel to.

Lucky Ace Drawing: Troy Thode drew the Queen of Spades for $5. New total $?

Newsletter Drawing: Dane Power did not know the answer or the question until someone told him.

Newsletter question: For $25Miss Rodeo Kansas is from what city?

Editor: Steve Conard

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GUESTS: None were introduced.

SGT. REPORT: President Parr was fined for a very, very late ring-in for the meeting along with 11 members of the Board. Colby paid to plug the Reins of Hope golf tournament on June 12 (he will have applications next week). Jeff paid for a Big Birthday for his wife (40?). Donny Grossardt paid to brag on his son, Jason (graduated 5-14-16, married 6-4-16, new job 6-20-16, All Set!).

BIG HAT RAFFLE: See Duke Wiggins for tickets!

RODEO QUEENS ARE COMING TO BREAKFAST THIS FRIDAY!!! Doyle Ehling announced that six Rodeo Queens are coming to breakfast on the 20th. The 54th Annual Abbyville Rodeo is on Friday, May 20, 2016 and Saturday, May 21, 2016 at 8:00 P.M. each night. Saturday Night includes a BBQ from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Support a truly local event and attend.

ICE CREAM BOOTH: Fred Conner announced that 3 or 4 volunteers are needed to serve during the cycling event at the Kansas State Fairgrounds on Sunday, May 29. If you are available from 11:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., please give Fred a call.

PROGRAM: Kathy Hanks we miss you! Come back and join us!

BOARD REPORT: The Board voted to fund a wheelchair ramp and to provide additional publicity for the $12,000.00 dollars donated annually by the club.

2016-17 Elections: Contact Dorinda Simmons about serving as an officer for the upcoming AMBUC year! The elections will need to be conducted soon or the current officers will be held over!

LUCKY ACE DRAWING: Dan Power-$5.00. The jackpot is growing, but the amount is unknown!

NEWSLETTER DRAWING: Scott Cooley was not present. $20.00 this Friday.

NEWSLETTER QUESTION: Where is the location of the Abbyville Rodeo? (The sad part is, most AMBUCS still wont know the answer!).

GUESTS: Megan Bartley, Chads daughter and Megan Storie a friend of Megans from HCC and honorary member Colby Davis.

FINES: Jeff Brewer our numero-uno Sergeant lead the way by fining Andrew Parr his Presidential tax. Tom Hymer was fined for not providing a newsletter writer and Steve Conard was fined for not writing the newsletter. Since I was in South Dakota and asked Tom to write for me 2 weeks in advance was not a reasonable excuse and was still fined. Jeff fined everyone who did not come to the club anniversary party. Jeff then followed that by fining for no name badge, no AMBUC pin or breakfast invitation card. Needless to say the toilet over-flowed. Ward Davis and Colby paid to announce again that Reins of Hope will hold a fundraiser golf tournament in Hesston on June 12. A sign-up sheet is now available.

ANNOUNCEMENTS: A special thank you to Randall Haltom for organizing our 35th club anniversary social. Present and past members and guests that attended had a great time.

As a reminder Duke Wiggins has tickets for the National Big Hat Club who is holding a $20 per ticket raffle that will have 4 prizes to be awarded at the National Convention this fall. The prizes are a shotgun, a rifle with scope, a hand gun and $2,500 in cash

PROGRAM: Thad Bartley introduced his daughter Megan. She is graduating from HCC with a Master of Occupational Therapy degree. She has been accepted to attend the University of Edinborough in Scotland with a major in Physiology. She would like to one day work with Doctors Without Borders. While attending HCC she was Student Government President, Phi Beta Kappa officer, an active member of Circle K Club and made the Presidents list. She attended classes part-time at WSU and still managed to complete over 400 hours of community service this year. This summer she will be traveling to Texas to work with a traveling Vacation Bible School team visiting 8 churches in June and July. Last year I wrote about her prior trips to Spain, France Italy, Australia and Canada. Megan is one busy lady!

Lucky Ace Drawing: Fred Conner drew the Three of Spades for $5. New total $?

Newsletter Drawing: Since there was no newsletter there was no drawing.

Newsletter question: For $?: Where will Megan Barley be attending college next year?

Programs: May 13 – ?

Editor: Steve Conard

GUESTS: Robert Calhoun, Strategic Financial Concepts, guest of Jay Pitzer. Adam Richter, Hutchinson Recreation Commission-guest of the club. Madison Boudreux, Kathy, Lisha-guests of Dorinda Simmons. (Fred Connor was back too!).

SGT. REPORT: Two Sgts. showed up for the fleecing of the flock. Dorinda and Thad were both fined for being substitute presidents. Dane, Darren and Duke were fined for being late. Colby had Ward fined for an announcement of the Reins of Hope run. John K. was fined for his absences. Then, AMBUC trivia began. Questions about mottos, AMTRYKE innovators, number of AMBUCS, number of clubs, etc., resulted in fines for virtually everyone.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

APRIL 29, 2016-NEXT FRIDAY-BIG HAT MEETING: All Big Hatters need to be present with their Big Hat. Especially since Brad T. may be Sgt. at Arms.

AMBUCS REUNION-April 30, 2016. East side of the encampment building at the Kansas State Fairgrounds. The 35th anniversary of the Hutchinson AMBUCS club will be celebrated by current and former members with a catered meal. Please be present and remind former members of the place and date. Any further questions, contact Randall Haltom.

PROGRAM: Jay Pitzer introduced Adam Richter of HRC. Adam provided information about the upcoming events during May 28-30, including the Salt City Criterium, Sand Plum time trials and other cycling related events. Opportunities exist for sponsoring non-profit booths and volunteering. Contact HRC for further details.

LUCKYACE DRAWING: Stanley M.-$5.00. The pot is overflowing!

NEWSLETTER DRAWING: Ron Quick was not present. $10.00 next week.

NEWSLETTER QUESTION: What long lost member just returned from Arizona?

GUESTS: No guests other than honorary member Colby Davis.

FINES: Jeff Brewer was flying solo again as our Sergeant. Andrew Parr paid his usual Presidential tax. Dane Powers and Carol Carr were fined for being late. Harley Macklin was coerced into paying a fine because Jeff said, confessions are good for the soul although he didnt confess to any. Duke Wiggins paid a $1 for another upside-down T-Shirt that he purchased back from the club at a significant discount. Duke said that he was using it in his dogs bed and his dog doesnt give a damn that it was upside down. Very funny!! Ward Davis and Colby paid to announce again that Reins of Hope will hold a fundraiser golf tournament in Hesston on June 12.

ANNOUNCEMENTS: Darren Wicks announced that with a recent post order the t-shirt total that was sold during the NJCAA Basketball Tournament was slightly higher than last year at 753. The financial accounting has not been completed.

Randall Haltom confirmed that our 35th anniversary club social will be held April 30th on the east side of the encampment building on the fairgrounds to include all past and present members. Continue to think of names of former members that can be invited to attend.

As a reminder Duke Wiggins has tickets for the National Big Hat Club who is holding a $20 per ticket raffle that will have 4 prizes to be awarded at the National Convention this fall. The prizes are a shotgun, a rifle with scope, a hand gun and $2,500 in cash

PROGRAM: No program today.

Lucky Ace Drawing: Brenda Janda drew the Ace of Hearts for $5. New total $?

Newsletter Drawing: Terry Bisbee knew the date for our club anniversary social and won $30.00.

Newsletter question: For $5.00: How many t-shirts did we sell at the NJCAA basketball tournament this year?

Programs: April 22 – ?

Editor: Steve Conard

GUESTS: Julie Black and Kelly, guests of Kathy Hanks.

SGT. REPORT: Lone Ranger Jeff started with a fine for the weary President. Jim S. was fined for the Brewmaster dinner. Kathy was fined for arriving after her guest and missing board meeting. Terry did not mention AMBUCS in his ad and was fined. Jeff R. looked guilty and paid. Brad T. lost his phone and obtained another before Sarge returned it to him for a fee. Dan P. was fined for too many hats. Brenda was fined for being present two weeks in a row. Everyone else was fined for not attending the Brewmasters dinner.

AMBUC REUNION: April 30, 2016 at 5:30 P.M. Calling all AMBUCS past and present! Set aside this date to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Hutchinson AMBUCS. Deliver the written invitations to former AMBUCS and invite them to join us. RSVP by April 22 to Randall Haltom at: haltomr@yahoo.com or 620-899-5500.

AMTRYKE PRESENTATION: Six year old Garcia Fernando was the newest recipient of an AMTRYKE. Family and members were treated to one of the best AMTRYKE driving exhibitions ever. Guests included Doyles daughter, Vallie Dawn.

PROGRAM: Julie Black, local artist, informed the club about the new studio opening at 14 West B for art lessons for the mentally challenged. The 2600 square foot studio will have a grand opening on May 19th. Multiple forms of art will be offered.

LUCKY ACE DRAWING: Duke won $5.00. The Pot continues to grow!

NEWSLETTER DRAWING: Dane did not know. $30.00 next week.

NEWSLETTER QUESTION: What is the date of the AMBUC reunion?

GUESTS: Former member Bob Bush and honorary member Colby Davis.

FINES: Jeff Brewer went solo as our Sergeant. Andrew Parr paid his customary Presidential tax. Doug Foss cant tell time and announced the time in their meeting but was an hour early. John Knipp paid a member renewal tax and also a late tax rated out by Dennis Reiser. Colby ratted out dad for new business shirts creating an advertising tax. Guy Gann was fined for eating before the Sergeant. Randall Haltom, Stan Macgirvin, Tom Hymer, Brad Thompson and Dave Shuler paid an ugly fine or was that for sitting together and calling the sergeant ugly. Brad Thompson paid a $1 because he felt sorry that Jeff was working by himself. Doug Foss paid another $1 for saying we had the appropriate sergeant for April Fools Day. It was a rough day to be Sergeant, no wonder no one volunteered to help. Ward Davis and Colby paid to announce that Reins of Hope will hold a fundraiser golf tournament in Hesston on June 12.

ANNOUNCEMENTS: Randall Haltom confirmed that our 35th anniversary club social will be held April 30th on the east side of the encampment building on the fairgrounds to include all past and present members. Names of all former members are requested immediately for notification.

Doug Foss announced that the Community Service Committee presented a child requesting a new computer to attend college, the State Special Olympics that we fund annually and a new bike for Colby Davis.

Duke Wiggins announced that the National Big Hat Club was holding a $20 per ticket raffle that will have 4 prizes to be awarded at the National Convention this fall. The prizes are a shotgun, a rifle with scope, a hand gun and $2,500 in cash

PROGRAM: Andrew Parr introduced former club member Bob Bush who is campaigning for County Commissioner for District 3 replacing Brad Dillon who is stepping down after 2 terms. Currently no challenger has been announced. Bob grew up in Black Forrest outside Colorado Springs. He holds a Masters degree in Business Management, worked 4 years for the county and 6 years for the state while in Colorado. He and his wife Ann moved to Hutchinson in 1974 to begin work at their families business City Beverage and purchased the business from Anns father in 2004. Bob served two terms or 8 years on City Council and was Mayor twice. Bob said he has really enjoyed working in Government and working with peoples needs. He said that he missed it after finishing his terms on City Council. He said bridge repair and replacement is still a major concern for the county and will always be ongoing. Some differences in the county position from the city position is their responsibility for the operation of the jail and court house and working with the many small towns and townships that make up the county. A future issue will be a decision to keep the present number of commissioners at 3 or increase the number to 5. Bob said that he learned during his last tenure Dont screw up and stay out of the transcripts. Bob would appreciate your vote August 2.

Lucky Ace Drawing: Darren Wicks drew the 4 of Clubs for $5. New total $116.00.

Newsletter Drawing: Dan Power was not here to answer the question.

Newsletter question: For $25.00: What anniversary will our club celebrate this year?

Programs: April 8 – ?

Editor: Steve Conard

GUESTS: Jackie Roberson-daughter of Jeff Roberson.

SGT. REPORT: Sgt. Cooley and Deputy Brewer were challenged to collect from a small crowd (24, if you are counting!). President Parr paid for being President (only two months to go!). Guy and Darren W. paid for being in front of the Sgts. in line. Jeff R. was late. Duke has not changed and paid for an upside-down T-shirt transfer. Our other brother Darren paid for wearing a Duke U. shirt. Thad donated for an unknown reason. Eventually everyone paid regardless. Rod bought a fine for his 45th wedding anniversary. Dennis bought a fine for his daughters 17th birthday.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

NJCAA T-Shirt Report: Darren Wicks thanked everyone who helped at the basketball tournament. Sales are roughly projected to be a little more than last year. During the renovation of the Arena, the booth will be in somewhat of a transition. Look for future details.

BIG HAT RAFFLE: Duke Wiggins announced he has tickets for a raffle for the Big Hats for several types of guns and/or $2500.00 cash. Tickets are $20.00 apiece.

COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMITTEE MEETING: April 1, 2016 at 6:30 A.M., Hutchinson Town Club.

LUCKY ACE DRAWING: Duke won $5.00. The jackpot grows to $101.00.

NEWSLETTER DRAWING: Brad Gover was not present.

NEWSLETTER QUESTION: How many people were present at last weeks meeting?

APRIL 1 PROGRAM: If nothing else, the Sgts. should have an easy time with a club meeting on April Fools Day!