Editor: Paul W. Brown

GUESTS: Jackie Johnston, PrairieStar Health, Marketing Director, guest of the club. Victor Curtis, guest of Jeff Roberson. Luke Steinle, guest of Eric Steinle.

SGT. REPORT: Sgt. Ward Davis and Asst. Larry Sloan made quick work of the collection process. President Darren paid the short-timer fine. Members without the invitation to breakfast card were assessed a fine. Craig Johnson was fined for being in the newspaper without mentioning AMBUCS.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

1. T-Shirt Inventory at the warehouse: Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at 5:30 P.M. (alley to the East of 500 block of North Main).

2. Casino Night, April 20, 2013, 10:30 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. at the Raz for Burrton After Prom.

3. The Board approved two more AMTRYKES for a small child and a larger size for a previous recipient.

4. Harley announced that he would be out for nearly a month for health needs. Remember Harley in your prayers.

5. May 16-17-18, 2013: NJCAA National Track Meet T-Shirt Booth.

PROGRAM: Jeff Roberson introduced our program, Jackie Johnston, Marketing Director for PrairieStar Health. PrairieStar Health was born out of a partnership of the Hutchinson Hospital, Reno County Health Department and Horizons Mental Health Center to address uninsured patients with non-emergency needs appearing at the Emergency Room at the hospital for their basic medical care. Patients at PrairieStar are assessed fees for the medical services on a sliding scale. The health center provides service for an eight county area including Reno County. The patient load has increased 40% in the last three years. PrairieStar comprehensive care includes primary medical care, eye care, dental and industrial medicine. The current facility occupies 12,000 square feet in the Trade Center. A new facility will be constructed at the intersection of 30th Avenue and K-61.

50/50 POT WINNER: Jeff Roberson-$12.00.

NEWSLETTER DRAWING: Craig Johnson did not know the answer. ($25.00 next week.)

NEWSLETTER QUESTION: What building currently houses PrairieStar Health?

PROGRAM FOR APRIL 19, 2013: Sam Cline, Warden for Hutchinson Correctional Facilities.

Editor: Paul W. Brown

GUESTS: Randy Myers, Hutchinson Community College, guest of the club. Victor Curtis, guest of Jeff Roberson (and possibly our newest member). Paige Stringer, physical therapy graduate student at Wichita State, guest of the club. Terry Bisbee, guest of Harley Macklin.

SGT. REPORT: Sgt. Ward Davis and his little buddy Randall Haltom were collecting money for the good of the cause (as usual, the cause is not readily apparent). Fast Freddie Conner paid a welcome back tax. This editor paid for ignoring the Sgts. Pin checks were made on the entire club membership. Tim paid an absence tax. To show you some things NEVER change, Tony P. paid a fine by sliding a quarter out from under a saucer. Duke bought a fine on himself in the amount of $10.00 for sleeping in when he was supposed to conduct last Fridays meeting as Big Hat President!

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

1. President Darren Wicks estimated our total sales to be approximately 500 T-shirts during the NJCAA tournament; that should translate into a more profitable year in 2013 than last year. Thank you to all AMBUCS who served.

2. The second Friday of the month is usually Board Meeting at 6:15 A.M.. Everyone call President Wicks to make sure!

3. Paige Stringer gave the club an update on her studies and training at Wichita State for physical therapy. She received a $500.00 national scholarship from AMBUCS. She asked for our support to sponsor her application for a second national scholarship. Consider it done.

PROGRAM: Randy Myers of Hutchinson Community College was our guest speaker for this morning. On behalf of HCC, Randy thanked the club for the scholarships Hutchinson AMBUCS provides to the college. HCC has more partnerships with businesses and organizations in the state than any other community college. 32.5% of HCC students are from Reno County. The school has 10,000 students enrolled for credit courses; and 5,000 students enrolled for non-credit courses. The programs offered at HCC are in all areas including: manufacturing, medicine, chemistry, biotechnology, technical fields and preparatory programs for four-year degrees. Hutchinson Community College is a tremendous asset for Hutchinson and Reno County!

50/50 Pot Winner: Tom Hymer-$11.00.

Newsletter Drawing: Doyle Ehling was not present. $20.00 next week.

Newsletter Question: What was the name of Harley Macklins guest last Friday?

GUESTS: John Scott, Interfaith Housing Services, our guest speaker and Victor Curtis, Jeff Robersons Father-In-Law for a return visit.

FINES: Brad Thompson and Doyle Ehling were volunteered at the last minute as Sergeant-At-Arms. Since they had no real list to work from they went right to work fining all those Big Hat members who forgot to wear their Big Hat for the fifth Friday of the month which included about half the Big Hat membership along with myself. John Knipp was fined in retribution since he was Sergeant last week. Jay Pitzer was fined for going to Salina to watch the HCC girls play basketball instead of working his shift at the tournament booth. Paul Brown was fined for ratting out Pitzer. Randy Hendrickson paid to announce that his son went to work for the United Nations as a professional writer writing blogs. Scott Potucek paid to announce that his daughter would be back to judge a Forensics competition at HCC. She won a National Forensic Tournament while attending KSU. Dr. Tony Powers reluctantly paid to announce that his eldest daughter had placed third in the nation at a National high school Debate Tournament.

ANNOUNCEMENTS: Community Service Committee meeting next Friday at 6:30 AM.

Casino Night for Burrton High School After-Prom party Saturday, April 20 at The Raz. Please sign-up soon if you are available to work.

PROGRAM: Jeff Roberson introduced John Scott, President and CEO of Interfaith Housing Services (IHS). IHS began as an idea at a Housing Symposium in January of 1989 because of a great need in our community for assisting low-income families and individuals to meet their housing needs. That need is just as great today in Hutchinson as it was 24 years ago. One of IHSs greatest programs is their Creating Assets, Savings and Hope (CASH) program. When their clients enter this program and save a minimum of $20 per month for 6 months while participating in life skills workshops during that time period IHS will match those funds 2:1. Those funds can then be used to purchase a residence, renovate a residence, continue education or capitalize a small business. They have added a new Weatherization Inspector position to assist in federal weatherization grants for project homes. John told us of several recent success stories that IHS had coordinated the efforts, from multiple resources, to renovate homes of individuals and families. IHS is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. Donations can be made through Hutchinson Community Foundation and they also welcome cash and in-kind donations. Please visit their website at http://www.ihs-housing.org/ to learn more and to read about the many success stories of those they have helped.

50/50 Drawing: Scott Potucek won $14 and donated it to Interfaith Housing Services.

Newsletter Drawing: Lee Gleason was not in attendance for the newsletter drawing.

Newsletter question: For $10, Interfaith Housing Services will match funds in their CASH program at what percentage?

Next Weeks Program: Dr. Ed Berger, President of Hutchinson Community College.

Editor:

Steve Conard

Editor: Paul W. Brown

GUESTS: Sharon Robinson Stokes, Director of Visions of Hope, guest of the club. Victor Curtis, guest of Jeff Roberson.

SGT. REPORT: Sgt. Ward Davis and Asst. Sgt. John Knipp assessed the fines this week. John K. paid for being late. Brad T. paid for laughing at John. Bob B. paid for his hands being in the picture in the Hutch News. The Sgts. took one last shot at Jim K. before he leaves and fined him. Dennis R. paid for arriving late at the T-shirt booth. Brenda was fined for guilt by associating with those at her table. Doug and Stan were fined for having their own conversation. Randall was fined for missing Valentines Day by four weeks (a commentary on his fashion sense). Preston was then fined for missing the 4th of July by six months. Mark T. was fined for stumbling in the dark. President Darren was fined for being just that. Since the other stockbrokers were fined, Dane and Jay were allowed to contribute.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

1. T-SHIRT BOOTH: We do not have a report on total sales, but Curtis Mitchell thanked the membership for serving during the NJCAA tournament.

2. President Wicks confirmed that Randy Stange, HCC Athletic Director, has asked the Hutchinson AMBUCS to provide T-shirts for the NJCAA Div. I-Mens and Womens Outdoor Track and Field National Championship in Hutchinson at Gowans Stadium. The club approved the project. The track meet is NOT during Memorial Day weekend. The meet is on May 16, 17 and 18, 2013. Be ready to help!

3. Consider serving as an officer or a committee chairperson for the upcoming AMBUC year. Contact incoming President Dane Power for information, or better yet, volunteer!

PROGRAM: Jeff Roberson introduced Sharon Robinson Stokes, Director of Visions of Hope as our program. Visions of Hope is the umbrella organization for the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program and the Citizen Review Board program. CASA volunteers advocate for children involved in child-in-need-of care cases. The Review Board examines files to protect children.

50/50 POT WINNER: Paul Hardenburger-$18.00 (which he promptly donated to CASA).

NEWSLETTER DRAWING: Fred Conner was not present ($10.00 next week).

NEWSLETTER QUESTION: What are the dates of the NJCAA national track meet?

March 29, 2013 PROGRAM: John Scott of Interfaith Housing.

GUESTS: Sandy Woodson, Cancer Council of Reno County, our guest speaker and Victor Curtis, Jeff Robersons Father-In-Law.

FINES: Sergeant-At-Arms Ward Davis and Tom Hymer levied this weeks fines. Doug Foss, Jeff Brewer, Dane Power and Randy Hendrickson were fined because Ward didnt have anyone on his list and these unfortunate souls were in his line of sight. Mark Treaster was fined for merely reaching into his pocket but the Sgt. thought he was reaching for his wallet. Duke Wiggins was fined for laughing at the Sergeant. Paul Brown was fined for yelling across the street at Ward Davis and his crew who were busy working on renovation of the Sylvan now George Pyle Park Gazebo. A number of members who had not yet to sign-up for a work shift for the NJCAA tournament were fined. Remember to keep your head down and not make eye contact with the Sergeants.

ANNOUNCEMENTS: The NJCAA Tournament is in progress. Be sure to work the shifts you signed up for. Should you have an emergency or illness contact Tom Hymer 727-1821.

Jim Kicklighter announced that this was his last meeting as he has taken a job managing the Georgia Pacific Gypsum Board Plant in Fort Dodge, Iowa. Jim we thank you for your many years of service with the club and wish you and your family the best during this transition.

PROGRAM: Jeff Roberson introduced Sandy Woodson, Executive Director of the Cancer Council of Reno County. Sandy has been the Director for five years but has been on the council for ten years. The position was half-time to start with but has developed into a full time position. The council began in 1998 because there were not enough funds coming back into Reno County from the American Cancer Society to meet the needs of cancer patients in Reno County. All of the funds raised by CCRC are spent here in Reno County. The first year they helped 20 to 25 patients out of approximately 65 before running out of funds. Today there are over 200 patients in need of assistance. CCRC helps cancer patients with limited reimbursements for prescription drugs, necessary travel to and from treatment centers, wigs, hats and turbans, prosthetic devices, needed medical equipment, nutritional supplements and cancer-related dental needs. They also provide support group information. Fundraisers include the annual Reno Round-Up & Auction and the Bag Lady Luncheon. There is an evening Starlight Remembrance held each fall at Avenue A Park. Donations can also be made to their endowment fund at the Hutchinson Community Foundation. They also welcome and appreciate cash donations.

50/50 Drawing: Dwight Wiehl won and donated $20 to the Cancer Council of Reno County.

Newsletter Drawing: Dane Power won $15 and donated it to the Cancer Council of Reno County.

Newsletter question: For $5, HCC lost to which junior college team at the tournament?

Next Weeks Program: Sharon Robinson Shuks, Visions of Hope

Editor: Steve Conard

Editor: Paul W. Brown

GUESTS: Randy Dreiling, Hutchinson High School, Head Football Coach, a guest of the club. Gerald Thompson, brother and guest of Brad Thompson. Colby Davis, son of Ward Davis. Luke Baconator Steinle, son of Eric Steinle.

SGT. REPORT: Sgt. Ward and Deputy Colby Collin Davis paid the membership a visit. Rita was fined for having an attitude. Dean was fined for being our new air traffic controller. Guy G. got a grumpy tax. Bob B. lost his money in Vegas and at our club. Jeff, Marvin, Paul H. and the Steinles were fined for sitting with Bob. The Coach bought a fine to plug a fundraiser. Bobby the Sultan of Suds Bush bought a fine to tout the recognition of City Beverage by AB InBev as the No. 1 wholesaler in a five-state area and the No. 972 wholesaler out of 1000 distributorships overall. Jeff R. bought a fine to announce his daughter had been accepted for a Friends University program limited to 20 participants.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

1. NJCAA T-Shirt Booth, Hutchinson Sports Arena: We have 17 vacant slots in the schedule-PLEASE volunteer! We also need help on Sunday, March 17, and Saturday, March 23, to set-up and breakdown the booth. If you have not signed up, we need you now!

2. Bring a guest to breakfast. Our greatest marketing tool is still our weekly meeting. More guests=more new members.

PROGRAM:

Jeff Roberson introduced Randy Dreiling, Head Football Coach at HHS. Here are a few of the statistics presented by the Coach as evidence of the programs success: 44-7 in the last four years, 9 Kansas State Final Championship games in 10 years, 13 straight playoff appearances, 11 consecutive state semi-finals and, since 2000, a record of 144-18. The Coach concluded his remarks with details about the weight training facility and his son, Nate Dreiling, a player on the Pittsburg State University football team.

50/50 POT WINNER: Rita Joy-$20.00.

NEWSLETTER WINNER: None. (Rick Mitchell was not present.)

NEWSLETTER QUESTION: What building will every AMBUC visit to work at our T-Shirt Booth this next week? ($15.00 for the correct answer.)

GUESTS: Kate Givan, our guest speaker, with her service dog Ben and her father Tim. Luke Steinle, Erics son.

FINES: Ward Davis and Randall Haltom were our Sergeants-At-Arms. Unfortunately for many members the Sergeants took the easy way and fined everyone who was not in attendance last week because of the snow. Needless to say this took some time and was most profitable just ask Dwight Wiehl, Curtis Mitchell, Preston Clark, Jim Seitnater, Reta Joy Campbell, Tim Davies, Mark Treaster, John Knipp and myself and I may have missed a few. Doug Foss made out the list ratting us outbut he did set up the equipment for the Sergeants. I dont remember if that bought him a pass or not.

ANNOUNCEMENTS: The sign-up sheet for work shifts for the NJCAA Basketball t-shirt booths is available. There are still spots to fill. Please sign-up to work soon!

PROGRAM: Last year on February 11thour club hosted a fundraiser casino-night at the Kansas Cosmosphere for Kate Givan to help raise funds for her mental health service dog. Shortly thereafter Ben came to Hutchinson from Heeling Allies to live with Kate. Kate suffers from post traumatic stress disorder brought on my bullying and sexual harassment that she suffered while attending high school and an abusive relationship while attending college. She suffered anorexia finally reaching 80 pounds and lost her voice for a time due to the stress. Kate was unable to attend school, work or have a social life but she is fighting her way back a day at a time and Ben is helping her. Ben is specially trained to help her with her recovery. Ben is a 2 year old mixed breed rescue dog. Besides being a full-time companion he helps provide a barrier between Kate and other people when she is out in public. He is also trained to recognize anxiety attacks and to help Kate stay grounded to reality. Kate has always had dogs in her life since she was born. She showed dogs in 4H starting at age 7 and has constantly found refuge in dogs. Kate would eventually like to become certified as a therapy dog trainer. Kate has not needed to be hospitalized since Ben came into her life. Ben is required to retire at 9 years of age. Ben cost $15,000 plus $10,000 in travel expenses and special training with a trainerand Kate once he arrived. To read more about her ordeal there are several articles available on-line at hutchnews.com and a daily blog site at: http://fightingmywayback.wordpress.com/ Kate showed a PowerPoint presentation about her life and her path towards recovery.

50/50 Drawing: Dane Power won $20 and donated it to Kate for doggie treats.

Newsletter Drawing: Terry Brigman would have won $5 but he did not know the answer.

Newsletter question: For $10, how much did Service Dog Ben cost?

Editor: Steve Conard

Editor: Paul W. Brown

GUESTS: Craig Williams, Family Community Theatre, guest of the club. Jason Ball, Chamber of Commerce President, guest of Harley Macklin. Colby Davis, son of Ward Davis.

SGT. REPORT: President Darren Wicks exercised executive privilege and gave all members present immunity from being fined in recognition of their attendance in the aftermath of a substantial snowstorm.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

1. Community Service Meeting-March 1, 2013 at 6:30 A.M.-Hutchinson Town Club.

2. NJCAA Mens National Basketball Tournament-March 18-23, 2013. There are only three more Fridays before the tournament. Please come to breakfast to sign up for your shifts at the T-shirt booth. Lets fill the schedule well in advance of the tournament!

PROGRAM: Craig Williams of the Family Community Theatre appeared to promote their musical, Meredith Wilsons, The Music Man. The show will be at Memorial Hall on February 28, March 1 and March 2 at 7:30 P.M.; and on March 3 at 3:00 P.M. Follow the scheming of salesman, Prof. Harold Hill, as he tries to convince the citizens of River City that the solution to the social ills of a pool hall is the creation of a boys band. Over 100 cast members of all ages are a part of the production. Tickets may be purchased at Hayes Sight and Sound, Johnson Music Store or Sarahs Catholic Bookstore. For more information, go to their website: http://www.familycommunitytheatre.com/.

50/50 POT WINNER: Randy Hendrickson-$15.00.

NEWSLETTER DRAWING: None.

NEWSLETTER QUESTION: What AMBUC has Music Man tickets available at his place of business? ($5.00 for the correct answer)

GUESTS: Jeremy Hopp with Boy Scouts of America, our guest speaker.

FINES: Ward Davis and Jeff Brewer were our Sergeants-At-Arms. Paul Brown was fined for wearing tacky clothes because the city offices are being remodeled. Larry Sloan was fined for hitting poles while spreading gravel at his business. Jim Kicklighter was fined for not having better seats at Clemson University in a photo on Facebook. Jay Pitzer was fined for trying to turn his business parking lot into a used car lot. Randy Hendrickson was fined because Randy Henderson wasnt there to fine and their names are sooo close. Jay Pitzer fined again for having a long stemmed rose in his mouth as members came in. It was a really bad look. Almost everyone was fined for late shopping for Valentines Day cards and gifts. Jim Seitnator paid for past K-State losses. Harley Macklin paid to say some nice things about Vern Powers.

ANNOUNCEMENTS: The sign-up sheet for work shifts for the NJCAA Basketball t-shirt booths is available. Please sign-up to work soon!

PROGRAM: Darren Wicks introduced Jeremy Hopp with Boy Scouts of America. He serves as the Pawnee District Executive which is made up of 5counties including Reno County serving 1,100 youth and about 400 adult volunteers. The Quivera Council is made up of six districts which serves over 13,000 youth and 5,000 adult volunteers in 30 central and south central Kansas counties. A recent event the Trappers Rendezvous held Martin Luther King Weekend at Harvey County Park brought together between 6 and 7,000 scouts for Fur Trader and Mountain Men activities. An every five year camping Encounter which is held the third weekend in April at the Kansas State Fairgrounds. It will bring over 5,000 scouts together for a Jamboree type event. Camp Kanza, the summer camp near Abbyville, has spent almost $2 million dollars in camp renovations over the past couple of years with new toilets and some completely new buildings. The camp which began in 1963 will hold its 50 year anniversary celebration this summer. Quivera Scout Ranch, near Sedan, has added Jet Skis, 4-wheel ATVs, a 15 mile over-night bicycle trip, ATV overnight camp, equestrian program and High Adventure hiking programs to its summer camp experience. An Exploring Career program is available for high school age boy scouts with one local post with the Hutchinson Police and Reno County Sheriffs Departments. Scouting is funded by per scout fees, corporate donations, popcorn sales and interest earned from the National Boy Scouts of America endowment fund.

50/50 Drawing: Tom Hymer won $20 and donated it to the Boy Scouts.

Newsletter Drawing: Dean Brigman won $30. I was wrong in reporting that Eric Steinle won $20 two weeks ago.

Newsletter question: Why has Paul Brown been wearing tacky clothes to work lately?

Editor: Steve Conard

EDITOR: Paul W. Brown

GUESTS: Becky Hughes, guest speaker. Grace V. and parents, guests of the club.

SGT. REPORT: Sgt. Ward Davis and Asst. Scott Potucek patrolled the club for unsuspecting victims. Jeff B. was fined for grandbaby pictures in the paper. Doyle was fined for being late. Guy and Terry B. were fined for sitting with the Sgts. Tom H. was fined for bumping into people with his glasses off. Jim S. was fined for the faltering Jayhawk roundballers.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

1. NJCAA Mens Basketball Tournament, March 18-23. Sign up for shifts at the T-Shirt Booth. Help with setting up on Saturday prior to the tournament.

2. Bring a guest for breakfast. Its the best marketing tool of all for new members!

3. Consider being an officer or board member in the next AMBUC year. We also have a current opening for Chairperson of the Ice Cream Booth committee.

4. February 16, 2013-District Board Meeting. President Wicks would appreciate club members to join him for the meeting in Salina.

5. The board approved AMTRYKES from the current inventory to go to Early Ed and Graber Elementary.

AMTRYKE PRESENTATION: Grace V. was the recipient of a new AMTRYKE. Grace has previously received an AMTRYKE, but had outgrown it. She proved that she could handle the bigger bike and ring the bell, as well.

PROGRAM: President Wicks introduced Becky Hughes of the Open Door Pregnancy Care Center at 315 W. 1st Avenue. The center is a faith-based 501(c)(3) organization supported solely through private donations providing help to expectant mothers, post-abortion counseling to both women and men and assistance in decisions regarding life and responsible personal conduct. Services were rendered to 220 clients involving 1000 visits in 2012.

50/50 POT WINNER: Harley Macklin-$19.00. (which he donated to Open Door!)

NEWSLETTER DRAWING: Randy Hendrickson-did not know the answer!

NEWSLETTER QUESTION: Where is the next District Board Meeting? (Due to a previous misunderstanding, the newsletter question was not answered and is now worth $30.00).

NEXT WEEKS PROGRAM: Jeremy Hopp with the Boy Scouts of America.