atchison, ks community profile and resource guide

Table of ConTenTs

Welcome ...........................................................................3Welcome to Atchison

History ..............................................................................4A Quintessential Frontier Town

Housing ............................................................................7Something Old, Something New

Tourism & Events ............................................................8Touched by History

Business & Industry ......................................................10A Long History of Success

Downtown Atchison ......................................................12A Cozy Marketplace

Education .......................................................................14A Quality Educational Experience From Start to Finish

Sports & Recreation ......................................................17Atchison: Where Fun Is Always in Season

Health Care ....................................................................18A Community of Care

Government ...................................................................20Know Who to Call

Worship .........................................................................21Strong Ties to Faith

Calendar of Events .........................................................22A Sampling of Special Events

Snapshots of Atchison ...................................................24

Membership Directory ..................................................25

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Are you looking for decent, safe, and affordable housing in beautiful, historic downtown Atchison, Kansas? We’ve got a place for you. Mall Towers is a 10-story high-rise located in the heart of the birthplace of Amelia Earhart. Mall Towers offers efficiency, studio, and 1- and 2-bedroom apartments with rent based on income. Included in the rent are electricity, water, and trash service. Mall Towers also offers on-site management 24 hours a day, 7 days per week. Mall Towers is close to the hospital and doctors’ offices as well as shopping and restaurants. Atchison is close to Kansas City; St. Joseph, Mo.; and Topeka, Kan.

Do you need a bigger apartment to house your family? Join the families living at lovely Lake View located in North Atchison and Southwood located in South Atchison. These sites offer 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom duplexes. Our sites offer a family-friendly atmosphere and playgrounds at both sites. Lawn care is available for a minimal fee through the summer months.

For more information, contact the Atchison Housing Authority toll-free at 866-223-4663 or 913-367-3323. You can also visit us online at www.atchisonhousing.org. Our office is located at 103 South 7th Street, Atchison, Kansas 66002. Our office hours are Monday–Friday from 9–5. The Atchison Housing Authority prides itself on its ethics and professionalism.

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Jacque PregontPresidentAtchison Area Chamber of Commerce

The mission of the Atchison Area Chamber of Commerce is to foster the prosperity of Atchison busi-

nesses, to enhance the quality of life, and to focus on promotion of Atchison as a great place to live, work, raise a family, and visit.

Established in 1919, the Chamber con-tinues to meet the challenges of chang-ing times and to support more than 300 members with programs and services that will encourage business and community prosperity.

Leadership of the Chamber is directed by a 17-member board representing a cross-section of the business community. We welcome you to explore our community and experience all that Atchison has to offer businesses, visitors, and residents.

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View of Atchison and the Missouri River, looking north from Jackson Park

It’s a Great Day inAtchison


Few communities embody the soul of the American West and the Industrial Revolution the way this Missouri River

outpost in the hills of northeast Kansas does. Walking through the historic downtown you can almost imagine a bustling Old West town, a meeting point for railroaders, prospectors, and homesteaders. At the same time, it’s impossible to miss Atchison’s importance as a manufacturing and distribution center.

The KanzaBefore Atchison citizens brought promi-

nence to the area as a key frontier town, this was already a great center of commerce. The Kanza Indians, who gave their name to the state, were much like the settlers who came after them — fiercely loyal to their homeland and masters of trade.

Lewis & Clark noted the Kanza settlement near Independence Creek during their expedi-tion in 1804. In that year, more than 3,000

people lived in the village at Independence Creek, which made it larger than St. Louis at the time.

Eventually, pressure from white settlement, warfare, and disease decreased the Kanza’s num-bers. They were forced to the south and eventu-ally to a reservation in present-day Oklahoma.

Lewis & ClarkOn July 4, 1804, the Corps of Discovery,

led by Meriwether Lewis and William Clark, stopped at the point along the Missouri River that would become the Atchison riverfront. That night, the Corps of Discovery held the first Independence Day celebration in Kansas and the West.

The site of their camp is now owned by the Atchison County Historical Society. A re-creation of a Kanza earthlodge, historic markers, and a 10-mile hiking/biking loop cross this official Lewis and Clark Historic Trail campsite.

Settling Kansas and Building Atchison

Early pioneers certainly noted the advantage of the area’s geography. Atchison is situated on a great western bend of the Missouri River, 12 miles farther west than any other point on the river to the south. This made Atchison the perfect starting point for westward expansion. Steamboats could drop off travelers here, saving them a day and a half on their journey to the West. Transportation became a key business in the area.

The first development began at the meeting of the Atchison Town Company on Sept. 21, 1854. As many of the town company had come from Platte City, Mo., they named the town for David Rice Atchison, a Platte area resident and pro-slavery Missouri senator who was one of the prime supporters of opening the Kansas Territory for settlement.

Atchison experienced its first boom in 1855, when Mormon travelers chose the city as the jumping-off point for their migration to Utah.

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Located on the Atchison riverfront, the Lewis & Clark Pavilion commemorates the Corps of Discovery, who camped in the area on Independence Day, 1804.


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More than 2,500 Mormons poured through the city, which barely had a population of 250. The event forced Atchison to build the infrastruc-ture to support the visitors, paving the way for more growth.

In 1856, the town company sent out a circular to draw investors. The free-state-sup-porting New England Emigrant Aid Company and their agent, Samuel C. Pomeroy, saw promise in Atchison and purchased 51 percent of shares in the town company. This ensured the town was in the hands of free-state men, led by Pomeroy, who became Atchison’s first mayor on a coin flip.

Important Visitors and Booming Business

In May 1859, New York Tribune editor Horace Greeley, who popularized the phrase “Go West, young man!” saw the West for the first time in Atchison. Greeley began his book detailing his trip to the West with a byline from the Massasoit Hotel in Atchison.

On Dec. 2, 1859, Abraham Lincoln addressed a large crowd at the Methodist Church. Ironically, there was no mention in the local newspaper of the event; editor John A. Martin, a prominent Republican who would finish his political career as governor of Kansas, was a supporter of Lincoln rival William Henry Seward.

Meanwhile, business was booming; some of those earliest businesses are still in operation. Atchison continued to be a major transportation hub, both as a port for the booming steamboat industry and as the premier wagon train outfit-ter on the river.

In 1872, the city offered $10,000 to any-one who would start up a foundry in the city. John Seaton accepted the offer and moved his foundry from Alton, Ill., to Atchison. By 1900 the Seaton Foundry was one of the nation’s larg-est and most finely equipped plants, doing work all over the West. That $10,000 investment is

still paying dividends today: Bradken (formerly Atchison Casting) is one of the largest employers in the area.

The Overland Stage, which chose Atchison as its eastern terminus, brought with it addi-tional business, traffic, and status. The Pony Express also moved to Atchison, merging with the Overland Stage. But Atchison businessmen were already planning ahead. They had begun to invest in the railroads that would end the Overland Stage’s dominance, but would bring even more prosperity to Atchison.

The Rail Center of KansasProbably no single thing is more associated

with Atchison than the railroad, and noth-ing is more closely tied than the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe (AT&SF). In April 1860, Cyrus K. Holliday received a charter for a new railroad from the Kansas Territorial Legislature. Investors raised approximately $60,000 (roughly $1 million today) to form the Atchison and Topeka Railroad.

Though certainly the most famous, the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe was not the first railroad in Atchison. In 1859, the Atchison & St. Joseph Railroad made Atchison the western-most point connected directly by rail to the East Coast. The Atchison and Nebraska Railroad, also laying its first ties in 1859, became part of the first transcontinental railroad. The Atchison & Pikes Peak was also building out of Atchison before the AT&SF made it to the city.

By 1870 Atchison was the rail capital of Kansas, but the title was short-lived. In a gaffe that eventually hurt the city, Atchison refused to build a railway bridge over the Missouri, telling the railroads to build their own bridge. That opened the door for Kansas City, Leavenworth, and St. Joseph to build bridges first. Though Atchison quickly realized its mistake and con-structed a bridge, its rail dominance began to wane after 1890.

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This photo of Atchison’s Santa Fe Depot, circa 1900, gives a glimpse of the bustle and prosperity the railroads brought to the city.


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The Millionaire TownIn 1890, with the huge profits made in early

outfitting, promoting the West, and invest-ments in early transportation ventures, Atchison boasted more millionaires per capita than any place in the world. Dozens of the city’s Victorian-era homes are on the National Register of Historic Places, and many of its churches and public buildings are architectural marvels.

Miracle City — The Twin Flash Floods of 1958

Two flash floods in 1958 forced the reshap-ing of Atchison, wiping out the downtown and other areas throughout the city. The floods and their aftermath were the most significant events in shaping modern Atchison.

The first flood hit July 11, 1958, causing water to run through the first floors of almost every store in the city. The damage was bad, but store owners cleaned up and went back to business. However, a second flood hit the town on July 30, devastating the downtown business district.

President Dwight D. Eisenhower declared the city a disaster area in record time, and Atchison became the first downtown busi-ness district to ever use Urban Renewal funds. Results of the disaster included the development of a watershed dam system that effectively ended periodic flash flooding and the construction of the downtown Pedestrian Mall, a popular shop-ping destination and a perfect area for festivals, gatherings, and public events.

Modern AtchisonModern Atchison is a mix of old and

new. The industry, the millionaire homes, and agriculture are still here, but those long-time businesses have reinvented themselves into modern giants.

Heritage tourism has become a vital player in Atchison County, and the community’s devotion to its history can be seen in the new Riverfront, the Independence Creek Lewis & Clark Historic Site, and the always popular Amelia Earhart Festival, honoring the famous aviatrix, the most famous citizen of a town that was once a home for millionaires.

The city continues to move into the future while still recognizing the same advantages its founders did. A new Missouri River bridge is slated to be constructed, and improvements are on the way for the Amelia Earhart Airport. Atchison’s location as a transportation hub is still something to take advantage of, just as the founders did 150 years ago.

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Historic HomesWhether or not you believe that the ghosts of

past residents still roam historic Atchison, the clas-sically styled homes they left behind bear witness to the fact that they lived quite well. Dozens of homes from the mid-to-late 1800s remain; many are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Architectural styles include Queen Anne, Colonial Revival, and Late Victorian. Location and condition dramatically affect the value of these classic houses, so prices run the gamut. Some sell in the $50,000–$60,000 range, while others cost upwards of $500,000.

Contemporary SubdivisionsHome buyers with modern tastes will find

several newly developed areas offering houses that are less than 10 years old and that are yet within a three-mile radius of the downtown area.

Upscale homes with three to four •bedrooms are available on the northwest edge of town in brookdale estates. Living spaces run from 1,700 to over 3,000 square feet, with prices in the $180,000 to $350,000 vicinity. Lots are spacious enough for backyard barbecues, and the lakes and walking trail make

this a nice area for residents who enjoy being outside. The • heritage hills neighborhood offers single-family homes that start at around $170,000, as well as comfortable apartments for $350 to $550 per month.fairway Townhomes• and Park Place offer maintenance-free homes located on or overlooking Bellevue Country Club. Many have a partially or fully finished walk-out basement, and living space varies from 1,700 to 2,400 square feet. These homes feature 50-year-warranty roofs and permanent exteriors, with lawn mowing and snow removal services available through the homeowners association. Prices in both areas are generally in the $180,000 to $250,000 range.For those who prefer a secluded setting, •september hills Country estates has custom homes on heavily wooded, 2- to 4-acre lots. Located about three miles south of town on Highway 73, this area provides amenities like a fishing pond and gazebos. Living space within these homes ranges from 2,400 to over 5,000 square feet, with prices starting at around $250,000 and exceeding $500,000.

Purchasing Your New HomeAtchison qualifies for government housing

loans under the umbrella of the USDA Rural Development Program. While other areas are suffering from a credit crunch, Atchison buy-ers with acceptable credit can still get direct or guaranteed loans with great terms. In addition to financing home purchase loans, the agency also offers a home repair loan program for repairing and improving existing dwellings.

RentersThose looking for rental property will also

find the Atchison housing market to be a target-rich environment. Roughly one-third of Atchison residents live in rented residences, and there is a growing rental market. Houses of all types and sizes, as well as apartments, are available throughout the Atchison area.

The Atchison Area Chamber of Commerce maintains an updated list of rental properties submitted by its members. Those interested can pick up a copy at the Santa Fe Depot, 200 S. 10th St., or find the information on the Chamber’s Web site, www.atchisonkansas.net.

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The Brookdale Estates subdivision offers plenty of open space for families to get outside and play.

Several Atchison homes are listed on the National Register.


In Atchison, one can enjoy a romantic getaway with a stay at a bed and breakfast and a stroll through the many unique downtown shops and museums. Or visitors can plan a stay around one of the

many annual events that bring the city and its roots to life in a more lively way.

Amelia EarhartAtchison never misses a chance to celebrate the life of its favorite daugh-

ter, Amelia Earhart. The pioneering aviatrix was born in Atchison and spent her childhood here with her grandparents. Her Atchison home represents the most tangible remaining link with the famous flyer.

The Amelia Earhart Earthwork near Warnock Lake is a 1-acre landscape mural created by famed Kansas artist Stan Herd. Composed of permanent plantings, stone, and other native materials, it was created to celebrate Earhart’s 100th birthday on July 24, 1997.

Warnock Lake is also home to the International Forest of Friendship. This living, growing memorial to aviation and aerospace pioneers is com-prised of trees representing all 50 states and more than 35 countries. It also includes a National Recreation Trail, trees of historical significance, and a life-sized bronze statue of Amelia Earhart.

Lewis & ClarkThe famous explorers camped near Atchison on Independence Day,

1804, and Atchison was one of the stops in the series of celebrations commemorating the bicentennial of Lewis & Clark’s expedition in 2004. The Lewis & Clark Pavilion, located on the Atchison riverfront, is a stun-ning gathering place. There are also historic markers in the city, including one near “July 4 1804 Creek,” which was named by the expedition. The Independence Creek Historic Site, north of Atchison near the Doniphan County line, marks the spot where the expedition camped and celebrated Independence Day.

Pony Express MemorialIn this age of instant communication, it’s difficult to comprehend what it

was like to communicate over distances in the 1860s. During the winter of 1860, the Pony Express was formed as a way to send mail from St. Joseph,

TourIsm & evenTs

Touched by Historyby Jason nIChols

Famed pilot Amelia Earhart spent her childhood in Atchison. Her birthplace is now maintained as a museum, and her legacy is celebrated in an annual festival held in July.


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Mo., to Sacramento, Calif., in the then unheard-of time of 10 days.

Atchison, the area’s major send-off point for Westward migration, was an obvious choice to be part of the endeavor. In fact, for part of the short but romantic life of the Pony Express, Atchison was the eastern terminus of the mail line. A granite marker at Third and Main streets commemorates the Pony Express.

Atchison TrolleyThere is no better introduction to the history of

Atchison than a tour aboard the Atchison Trolley. History tours run from April through October, giv-ing visitors a glimpse of Atchison life from the time of the Kanza Indians, through the Old West days and the Industrial Revolution, to modern times.

You’ll see spectacular views of the Missouri River and explore the stunning architecture of a town that once had more millionaires per capita than any other city. The Atchison Trolley and RiverCity Coach can be chartered for private tours, and the trolley and coach are also the transportation of choice for Atchison’s many spe-cial events, including the Historic Churches of Atchison Tour, the Haunted Atchison Tour, and the Homes for the Holidays Tour.

MuseumsAmelia Earhart Birthplace Museum223 N. Terrace St. 913-367-4217•www.ameliaearhartmuseum.org

On July 24, 1897, aviatrix Amelia Earhart was born in this home, built by her grandfather in the early 1860s. Recent renovations have returned the birthplace to its condition at the turn of the century, when Earhart lived here with her grandparents.

Atchison County Historical Society Museum200 S. 10th St. 913-367-6238•www.atchisonhistory.org

This museum in the restored Santa Fe Depot traces the history of the region. Exhibits highlight

Atchison’s transition from a bend in the Missouri River to a busy commercial center for steamboats, westward-bound wagon trains, and the railroads. Highlights include a display of Amelia Earhart’s personal effects, a collection of rare guns dating back to the Revolutionary War, and displays on the Lewis & Clark expedition.

Atchison Rail Museum200S.10thSt.•913-367-2427

Adjacent to the Santa Fe Depot, the Atchison Rail Museum features an outdoor collection of rail cars available for exterior viewing through-out the year. The Atchison & Western Miniature Railroad, a 12-inch-gauge railroad, runs week-ends during the summer, and museum cars are open summer weekends.

Evah C. Cray Historical Home Museum805N.5thSt.•913-367-3046

Recently renovated and updated, this 25-room mansion is a glorious example of the opulence of the Victorian era. Built in 1882, it is distinguished by a three-story, castle-like tower. Ornate fireplaces, carved woodwork, and origi-nal chandeliers mix with Victorian furnishings. The carriage house features a gift store and a small theater in which a film on the architecture of Atchison can be viewed.

Muchnic Art Gallery704 N. 4th St. 913-367-4278•www.atchison-art.org

Parquet floors, stained-glass windows, hand-tooled leather, and finely carved woodwork make an impressive backdrop for displays of art by regional and national artists. A lumber merchant built this spectacular Queen Anne mansion in 1887–1888, and the Muchnic family bequeathed the home to the community to be used for art purposes. The first floor is furnished as it was when the Muchnics lived here in the early 1900s. Art exhibits are displayed on the second floor from March through December.

The majestic Evah C. Cray mansion, built in 1882, is open to the public as a museum.


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Atchison’s position as a far west port on the Missouri River made it an ideal transportation hub during the

town’s early days. Though it was eventually overtaken by St. Joseph, Mo., and Kansas City, Kan., as an industrial center, Atchison still maintains a unique and desirable status in the industrial world.

Some Successful Atchison BusinessesThe Berger Company/Atchison Leather

The Berger Company and its Atchison Leather Division have been a fixture in the Atchison business community for over 100 years. Atchison Leather, founded in 1908 by A.C Berger, was a leading manufacturer of saddlery products, team harnesses, bridles, halters, horse collars, and a variety of leather cut parts. In 1951 the product line was expanded to include specialty products, knife sheaths, and sporting goods.

In 1973, A.C. Berger’s son Bob founded Berger Company, a leather and textile com-pany and the parent company of Atchison Leather. Over the past 30-plus years the company has expanded its product line to

include jean labels, backpack component parts, leather pool table pockets, USPS prod-ucts, and cotton tool aprons and has added manufacturing plants in Mexico and China.

After 100 years, Berger Company/Atchison Leather continues to be a leading supplier of quality leather and textile products worldwide.

Bradkenwww.bradken.com

In 2008, Bradken, the largest steel found-ries owner in Australia, expanded into the North American market with its purchase of AmeriCast, one of Atchison’s largest employ-ers for more than a century.

Bradken – Atchison/St. Joseph is known for its high-quality production of steel cast-ings in carbon, low alloy, armor, stainless, duplex, and AOD melted steel. The foundry has a rich history of experience in the indus-trial, military, locomotive rail, transit, and mining and construction markets. From engi-neered concept to finished product, Bradken provides value for customers by making high-quality, complex engineered castings on time. The engineered products division employs

leading-edge technology, coupled with exten-sive industry experience and value- added offerings.

Exchange National Bank & Trustwww.exchangebankonline.com

Atchison’s oldest business has been a rock for the community over the years. Throughout fluctuating markets, recession, and even the Great Depression, Exchange National Bank & Trust has never closed its doors. The bank, the oldest financial institution in Kansas, has been locally owned for 151 years.

The bank was the Atchison Area Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year in 2007 and has had consistent growth in its assets, which shows the faith of the community in the services it provides. The Adair Foundation and the bank contribute to many community organizations, including the YMCA, Atchison Hospital, and the Sports Complex. Including 100 percent employee participation in the United Way, the bank is involved with most events in Atchison, including the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life and the Amelia Earhart Festival.

A Long History of Successby Jason nIChols

Shannon Industrial Park, conveniently located on U.S. Highway 73, offers extensive infrastructure, easy access, and tax incentives to tenants.


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MGP Ingredientswww.mgpingredients.com

When Cloud L. Cray Sr. traveled to Atchison to see about dismantling a fuel alco-hol plant and shipping it back to Michigan, he decided the plant was right where it should be. The result was MGP Ingredients Inc. (then Midwest Solvents Company), one of Atchison’s most successful and community-minded businesses.

Today, MGP Ingredients employs more than 200 and has the capacity to utilize mil-lions of bushels of grain each year. In addition to its specialty protein and starch production, MGP Ingredients remains a premier producer of world-class beverage alcohol and contin-ues to produce food-grade industrial alcohol for a wide array of applications, including pharmaceutical, personal care, and household cleaning products.

Shannon Industrial ParkShannon Industrial Park is a 250-acre tract

located three miles west of Atchison on U.S. Highway 73. The park, owned by the non-profit Atchison Area Economic Development Corporation, is annexed into the city limits and surrounded by agricultural land. It is zoned for heavy and light industry and is located in an enterprise zone, for which there are tax incentives for creation of jobs.

The City of Atchison has completed a $3 million infrastructure project for the park, which included city sewer, water storage, and paved and lighted streets. U.S. Highway 73 runs adjacent to the park and connects with U.S. 59 four miles to the east. Interstate 29 is 30 minutes away, and interstates 70 and 35 are within an hour.

Major tenants include Golden Star, Northwest Pipe, Unit Rail Anchor Co., and StressCrete. Lots are available.

Exchange National Bank & Trust


Many people equate great shopping with big cities, but Atchison offers treasures without traffic. Whether

you’re in the market for art, gifts, antiques, crafts, or home accessories, downtown has a variety of shops — and there’s no extra charge for that small-store personal touch.

The surroundings are a treat as well, featuring brick walkways, seasonal plant-ings, and fountains. Come hungry, because almost any craving can be satisfied at the area’s local restaurants. All of this is located in a six-block area, so you can park the car

and enjoy the small-town atmosphere from the sidewalk.

Sample SelectionsCedar Ridge Catering and Banquet Hall17028 318th Road 913-367-4357•http://cedar-ridge-restaurant.com

For weekend dining or catered events, Cedar Ridge Catering and Banquet Hall is the place for old-fashioned, home-cooked meals with family-style service. Just a short, scenic drive from town, this renovated barn has a rustic, relaxing atmosphere.

Doodlebugs720 Commercial St. 913-367-5015•www.doodlebugs-online.com

Doodlebugs is a unique children’s store that ignites the imagination of youngsters while rekindling the childhood memories of adults. With over 1,600 titles in stock, Doodlebugs has reading and picture books for children of all ages. Beyond the bookshelves, you’ll find an array of old-fashioned toys, puzzles, and crafts that are educational and encourage imaginative play. Distinctive, hand-made children’s clothing and receiving blankets are also available, as are vintage chairs and décor for your child’s room. Kids enjoy the “homey” play area. Don’t miss story time every Monday at 10:30 a.m.

Hoof and Horn at the RiverHouse 101CommercialSt.•913-367-1010

Watching the mighty Missouri River flow by is a moving experience, but watching it flow by while you’re eating a delicious steak dinner — now that’s paradise. Hoof and Horn has a casual, Western atmosphere and offers a full dinner menu, steaks cut in-house, homemade rolls, and mouthwatering desserts. Window and patio seating (weather permitting) provide a relaxing view of the river, and the upstairs banquet hall is a great place for groups. Hoof and Horn is open Tuesday through Saturday from 4 p.m., with live entertainment on the patio each Saturday evening during the summer.

Jerry’s Again 5thandKansas•913-367-0577

Jerry’s Again is the place in down-town Atchison for an upscale lunch experi-ence. Open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., this stylish restaurant offers a full bar and a scrumptious selection of soups, salads, and sandwiches. Enjoy the best reuben sandwich in town, but save room for dessert, because this is the home of Virginia’s famous pies. She uses real whipping cream and puts over 30 years of experience into each one. Try

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it once and you’ll want to come to Jerry’s Again, well … again. Private parties can also be booked for evening events.

Lopez de Mexico112 S. 6th St.913-367-2422•http://lopezrest.blogspot.com

Established in 1995, this restaurant’s roots go back much further. The family descends from Enrique and Elena Lopez, whose families fol-lowed the Rock Island Railroad from Mexico to “Little Mexico” in Horton, Kansas, in the early 1900s. The restaurant is filled with family pho-tos and mementos celebrating the restaurant’s inspiration. Located on The Mall in downtown Atchison, Lopez de Mexico offers authentic Mexican dishes in a casual setting much like a courtyard. It also serves up the best margaritas in town — traditional or strawberry! Make sure to save some room for the fried ice cream! Lopez de Mexico is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. During June and July, they are also open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sundays.

Marigold Bakery-Café 715 Commercial St. 913-367-3858•www.marigoldbakery.com

Offering a full breakfast and lunch menu, this cozy restaurant and bakery prides itself on using fresh ingredients and serving delicious food that’s made from scratch daily. Breakfast choices include farm-fresh eggs and freshly baked pas-tries. At lunchtime, try the focaccia bread sand-wich combo with salad or a bowl of homemade soup. For dessert, you could have Marigold’s famous pecan-praline bread pudding with cara-mel sauce, or enjoy a mini-pie baked with sea-sonal fruit from a local grower. Casual catering, carry-outs, cakes, and pies are also available.

Nell Hill’s501 Commercial St. 913-367-1086•www.nellhills.com

Thousands have made Nell Hill’s their des-tination for tasteful home décor. Its owner,

Atchison’s own Mary Carol Garrity, has become nationally renowned as a decorating expert. From traditional to contemporary and from casual to opulent, this cozy shop has quality, affordable home accessories that will suit any style. Since the store is always “redecorating,” you’ll want to return often to see all of the latest seasonal accents.

Paolucci’s Restaurant, Lounge & Deli113-115 S. 3rd913-367-1241•www.paoluccibegley.com

Paolucci’s has been an Atchison institution since 1894, when brothers Felix and Dominic Paolucci, and Dominic’s wife Rose, came to Atchison from Italy and opened a grocery store. In 1936, when their daughter Mary married Ed Begley, the business became Paolucci & Begley Grocery. In 1983, Mike and Margie Begley opened Paolucci’s Restaurant next door to the grocery and things have taken off since. The restaurant offers a wide array of Italian and American favorites, but now also features a thriving upstairs lounge and a banquet room for large gatherings in its historic building. And, yes, the old-time deli is still a favorite spot for spe-cialty products. The restaurant is open Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The lounge is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.

Snow Ball8th and Commercial 913-367-0298•http://atchisonsnowball.blogspot.com

Ever wonder where the biggest banana split in Kansas is? You’ll find it (in all of its 2-pound glory) at Snow Ball in Atchison. With 24 flavors of ice cream, plus a wide variety of delicious candies and fudge, Snow Ball is a hot spot for the sweet-tooth crowd. Coffee lovers will be smitten by the espresso bar’s 20 flavors, and the selection of sandwiches and salads make Snow Ball a great place for lunch. Low-fat options like the “2die4” wrap and strawberry yogurt ice cream allow calorie counters to join in the fun too.

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The citizens of Atchison understand that helping young people reach their full potential is much more than just a responsi-

bility — it’s one of life’s most rewarding endeavors.

K–12: Public SchoolsAtchison Public Schools USD 409www.usd409.net

Atchison Elementary School825 N. 17th St. Primary: 913-367-1161 Intermediate: 913-367-3787

Pre-K through fifth grade.•Modern, 1998 facility.•Achieved Kansas State Standard of •Excellence AYP scores in math and/or reading for the last five years.Readily available computer laboratories •enhance student learning.Daily enrichment classes include art, •music, PE, and life skills.Active Parent Site Council and strong •communication programs keep parents informed and involved.Daily volunteer programs include parents, •Benedictine College, and Big Brothers/ Big Sisters.

Atchison Middle School301N.5thSt.•913-367-5363

Newly renovated facility (2004).•

Met AYP objectives each year since 2002.•Achieved state Standard of Excellence •awards buildingwide in reading 2006–2008, as well as multiple awards in mathematics over the same period.Received numerous Kansas Challenge •Awards for high achievement by at-risk population 2002–2008.Offers enrichment classes, supplemental •testing, and after-school assistance programs.Multiple community/volunteer •partnership programs.Athletics programs for boys and girls •include basketball, football, wrestling, volleyball, cheerleading, and track.Student clubs and activities such as band, •Science Olympiad, book clubs, student council, yearbook, and others.

Atchison High School1500W.Riley•913-367-4162

Consistent achievement of AYP goals in •math and reading.PLC teacher collaboration program to •promote student achievement.Seminar program to enhance relationships •between staff and students.Provides the latest in interactive teaching •and school communication technology.

Video production class manages school •Web site and the Atchison Educational Channel on the local cable network.Athletics programs including cross •country, football, soccer, volleyball, tennis, bowling, basketball, wrestling, baseball, softball, golf, and track – proud member of Kansas City Kansas League. Student clubs and activities include choir, •debate, business, drama, NHS, newspaper, Web design, and others.

Atchison Alternative School215N.8thSt.•913-360-6540

Middle school and high school.•Students are held to high expectations •and standards.Community service programs to build •character and self esteem, including projects associated with the Salvation Army, Meals on Wheels, The Humane Society, The Atchison Park Board, and others.Students meeting standards may •participate in USD 409 athletic programs.Establishing Parent Site Council and •Parent’s Club.

Atchison County Community Schools USD 377www.usd377.org

Serves all of Atchison County, excluding •the Atchison City School District.

A Quality Educational Experience From Start to Finish

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Historic meets modern at Atchison Middle School, which offers high-tech education in a stately setting.


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All three levels (elementary, middle school, •and high school) were pilot schools for developing Quality Performance Accreditation. Students at all levels tend to score above the state average on state assessments.The district has implemented the •Accelerated Reading Program and the STAR Testing Program at all levels.The district received multiple Standard of •Excellence Awards in reading, math, and science, 2004–2008.

K–12: Private SchoolsAtchison Catholic Elementary School201 Division St. 913-367-3503•www.atchisoncatholic.org

Dedicated to providing a quality •education in a Catholic environment for all its students, with the vision that when preparation meets opportunity, success will occur in the 21st century.Traditional curriculum for all students in •religion, English, mathematics, reading, handwriting, science, spelling, social studies, physical education, music, technology, and Spanish.Met the Standard of Excellence buildingwide •in reading for the years 2006–2008. Average class size of 17 students; student-•to-teacher ratio of 9-to-1. Classes for 3-year-old preschool through •eighth grade. Member of the Delaware Valley Middle •School League. Average classroom teacher experience of •20 years.

Trinity Lutheran School611N.8thSt.•913-367-4763

Classes for 3-year-old preschool through •eighth grade.Succeeded in meeting AYP requirements in •all areas and met the Standard of Excellence in several areas in 2007–2008 school year.Small-school environment; approximately •12-to-1 student-to-teacher ratio.New curriculum in all subject areas.•Service/mission projects.•Junior high athletic programs include •basketball, volleyball, soccer, cheerleading, and track.

Maur Hill-Mount Academy1000 Green St. 913-367-5482•www.maurhillmountacademy.com

Benedictine, Catholic, co-ed, college-•preparatory school. Over 98 percent of graduates continue •

their education at college.Eight percent of 2007 graduates scored in •the 30s on their ACT.Student-to-teacher ratio of 9-to-1. •Highly experienced and educated faculty. •Recently renovated residency halls. •Competitive athletics programs, including •baseball, basketball, cheerleading, drill team, football, soccer, swimming, tennis, track, and volleyball.Multiple clubs and organizations, including •art, choir, drama, band, photography, and others.

Child CareThe Atchison Child Care Association 1326 Kansas Ave. 913-367-6441•www.atchchildcare.org

Not-for-profit organization of professional •child care providers offering meals and activities that promote each child’s mental, emotional, social, and physical development.Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.•Serves children ages 2 weeks to 12 years.•Plenty of space and equipment, with five •playgrounds available.Transportation to and from local schools is •provided.Developmental screenings and newsletters •help parents track their child’s progress.Most lead teachers have CDA accreditation, •associate degrees in early childhood development, or higher degrees.All caregivers receive annual training and •CPR/first-aid certification.

Higher EducationNortheast Kansas Technical Center of Highland Community College1501WestRiley•800-567-4890•www.nektc.net

Recent consolidation with Highland •Community College allows NEKTC’ students the opportunity for a full college experience.One-year certificates available in •accounting, administrative assistant, building trades, electrical tech, HVAC, welding, medical office assistant, and practical nursing.Two-year certificates and A.A.S. degrees •available in auto collision repair, automotive tech, CAD, computer support, and diesel technology.Newly renovated welding shop. •Progressive simulated hospital laboratory •for nursing students. Currently constructing over 5,800-square-•foot, state-of-the-art electrical technology lab and classroom facility.


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Atchison Middle School Preserves the Past and Prepares for the Future

Not many pre-teens could say that they attended classes at a college, but all of Atchison Middle School’s students did just that in 2004 when they temporar-ily swapped their own historic campus for that of the former Mount Saint Scholastica College across town. In the meantime, the historic building they left behind was getting the make-over of the century.

Built in 1908, the Atchison Middle School facility had become a very tired, old building that was strug-gling to serve a very new and energetic generation. So, in 2003, the district’s voters said “yes” to a multi-million-dollar bond initiative to breathe life back into their antiquated school. A rented building at nearby Mount Saint Scholastica provided a place for AMS to hold classes while the renovation took place.

The interior of AMS was completely gutted; everything from the wiring to the windows was removed, replaced, and redone. The building’s exte-rior was restored to preserve its early 20th-century character, and an addition was constructed to pro-vide a new office complex and commons area. AMS moved back into its new, old home in August 2005.

In the end, Atchison found that a modern environ-ment within a historic building has created the perfect place to teach a future generation.

May 2007 grads had 92 percent overall •placement.Athletics programs available to students •through HCC.

Benedictine College1020N.2ndSt.•913-367-5340•www.benedictine.edu

Premier educational institution with a •beautiful campus overlooking the Missouri River.Enrollment of 2,032 students.•Degrees offered include: Master of Arts; •Master of Business Administration; Executive MBA degrees; Bachelor of Arts, Science, or Music Education degrees in a variety of disciplines; Associate of Arts degrees in accounting and business administration.Named one of the Top 20 Catholic Colleges •in America.Named one of America’s Best Colleges •by U.S. News and World Report in 2008 and 2009.Award-winning science departments.•Nationally recognized education •department.Largest undergraduate theology •department in the nation.A high rate of students are accepted by the •medical schools of their choice.

Excellent student-to-professor ratio. •On-campus residency is available.•Over 30 different student groups and •organizations. Intercollegiate athletics include •baseball, basketball, cross-country, football, soccer, softball, cheer and spirit, track, and volleyball.Club sports include hockey, rugby, and •lacrosse.

Benedictine College students celebrate Homecoming 2008.

Atchison Sports ComplexIf You Build It, They Will Play.

In 2006, Atchison County citizens had a dream of fields. That same year, a countywide sales tax referendum was passed to make a $5 million investment in an overall $6 million project to build sports complexes in Atchison and Effingham. The plan includes a bathroom/concession building, six lighted baseball and softball fields, and three soccer/football fields near the grade school in Atchison, as well as one field of each type in Effingham. The community rallied to make the dream a reality through local fundraising and the hands-on help of the local technical center. The Effingham fields opened in the spring of 2009, and they’ll shout “Play ball!” in Atchison in the spring of 2010.

Atchison Family YMCA 321 Commercial St. 913-367-4948•www.atchisonymca.org

Indoor Olympic-sized pool allows year-•round aquatic exercise programs and swimming lessons. Instructional leagues in several sports, •great gymnastics programs, and karate classes. Basketball, fl ag football, wallyball, and •racquetball are available for adults, as are programs for active seniors. Nautilus room, an indoor track, an •aerobics/yoga room, locker rooms, and

a teen hang-out area with Stride exercise equipment and a variety of table games. Childwatch program allows parents of •small children to get a good workout that doesn’t involve chasing their kids.

Atchison Recreational Commission819CommercialSt.•913-367-3352

Located within the 1920s vintage Memorial Hall building (which appears on both state and national historical registries), the Atchison Recreational Commission works hard to ensure that everyone in town can play hard. The ARC offers:

A 7,100-square-foot gymnasium is utilized •for a variety of indoor sports. Commission manages the scheduling and •daily upkeep of fi ve city-owned baseball/softball fi elds. Programs for children include baseball, •basketball, softball, football, indoor soccer, and roller-skating. Co-ed volleyball, men’s basketball, and •various softball leagues for men and women, including an over 45 league.

Enjoying Atchison’s Great OutdoorsAtchison Named Top Hunting and Fishing Town

In April 2008, Outdoor Life named Atchison one of the top 100 towns for hunters and fisher-men. With such an abundance of deer, turkey,

waterfowl, and small game in the area, it’s easy to see why.

Most hunting in Atchison County is done by permission on private land, but thanks to a cooperative program between the state and landowners, the county now has over 3,400 acres open to walk-in hunting without fees. Near the river, the well-managed Benedictine Bottoms area has over 2,100 acres that are open in September and available to hunters with spe-cially drawn permits during the rest of the year. The Atchison State Fishing Lake currently offers 136 acres to hunters, and over 1,500 acres of public land will become available in the nearby Dalbey area by 2011. Waterfowl hunters with boats can also utilize the Missouri River.

Atchison’s outdoor enthusiasts can also find plenty of good fishing close to home. Atchison State Fishing Lake offers 66 acres of water to enjoy, and the ready availability of boat ramps on the Missouri River make it an obvious place to wet a line. Atchison City also has many public watersheds, and a number of them are specifi-cally managed for outstanding fishing.

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Hikers and bikers with a taste for history will want to experience Independence Creek Recreational

Trail. The 10-mile round trip provides scenic views as it winds from the

downtown Lewis and Clark Pavilion area to the historical creek site where the

expedition camped in 1804.

Residents who like a picnic with a view will want to explore Atchison’s numerous parks. Many have on-site barbeque grills, recently updated (and handicap-accessible) bathrooms, and new playground equipment. For more information about Atchison’s public parks, call 913-367-5561.

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Atchison: Where FunIs Always in Season


Atchison Hospitalwww.atchisonhospital.org

History and ServicesAtchison Hospital has delivered quality care

to the Atchison community for nearly 100 years. Its mission, to provide excellent health care and improve the quality of life in our community, rings as true today as it did in 1912.

The hospital is a fully accredited, nonprofit, 25-bed licensed critical access hospital. It is a full-service hospital with a medical staff of more than 20 physicians and a long list of consulting and specialty doctors. The hospital offers a wide range of care, including obstet-rics, intensive care, inpatient and outpatient surgery, 24-hour emergency department and ambulance service, the Courtney S. Turner Diagnostic Imaging Center, rehabilitation, physical therapy, and home health and hos-pice. Specialty clinics include audiology, car-diology, neurology, gastroenterology, urology, orthopedics, pulmonology, oncology, rheuma-tology, and neurology.

New FacilityAtchison Hospital has been providing

health care in its current structure since the organization was formed, with additions and upgrades made as necessary. However, delivery of care is different now than it was when the original hospital was built nearly a century ago, and the organization must also

look toward the future. In early 2010 the hos-pital will relocate to its new facility, currently under construction.

The new facility, located at U.S. Highway 73 and Raven Hill Road in south Atchison, is an 85,000-square-foot, single-story facility with two attached physician office buildings. Atchison Hospital will continue to provide the wide array of services that it currently offers; however, the new single-story design allows all departments to be in close proximity, an increase in efficiency that is entirely patient-focused. It will be the centerpiece of health care, premised on patients and their needs, creating an environment of compassionate care while incorporating the latest technolo-gies for enhanced service, comfort, efficiency, and safety.

The new facility features 25 spacious •private patient rooms, each with a bathroom and shower and specific areas dedicated to the patient, visitors, and nursing care. The 24-hour Emergency Department has •its own entrance and parking lot. It has nine beds, seven exam rooms, and two trauma rooms. The four-bed Intensive Care Unit (ICU) •is located in the center of the Acute Care area, making it easier for patients to be transferred to and from the ICU to

other units. All ICU rooms have their own restrooms, and two of the ICU rooms are equipped to handle larger patients.The large surgical suites have open, •comfortable pre-op and post-op areas. The larger surgical area provides space for the video and fiber-optic technology necessary to perform minimally invasive surgery. A new gastrointestinal (GI) lab and an infusion services room are also new additions.New labor, delivery, recovery, and •postpartum (LDRP) suites allow expecting moms to remain in the same hotel-like room for all phases of their stay. The nursery is equipped to handle five babies, with a small room added for procedures such as circumcisions. The nurses’ stations are larger and closer to patient rooms, and new technology allows the nursing staff to observe the patient’s bedside fetal monitor from the nurse’s station. LDRP suites are located right next to the operating rooms, which makes cesarean sections much more convenient for the patient. The Courtney S. Turner Diagnostic •Imaging Center’s equipment will move to the new facility; therefore, none of the funds donated to purchase the equipment were lost.

A Community of CareCourTesy of aTChIson hosPITal & Jason nIChols

healTh CareAtchison Hospital has broken ground on a new, state-of-the-art facility, which will open in 2010.


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The Ramsay Chapel will be relocated to •the new facility, as well as the Reflections Garden, including all plantings and components.

As the leading health care provider in the Atchison community since 1912, Atchison Hospital has a tradition of providing exceptional care — a tradition the organization is proud of and plans to continue, not just for today, but also for tomorrow and 50 years from now.

Additional Health FacilitiesMedicalodge of Atchison1637RileySt.•913-367-6066

Medicalodge of Atchison is a skilled nursing facility providing standard geriatric nursing, medication supervision, and assistance with per-sonal needs. The facility is staffed and equipped to provide comprehensive rehabilitation and outpatient rehabilitation therapy, adult day care and respite care, and specialized care for acci-dent victims, post-operative patients, victims of head trauma, individuals with spinal cord injuries, and coma patients. Medicalodge of Atchison can also arrange in-house hospice care for the terminally ill.

Gran Villas1635RileySt.•913-367-2077

Gran Villas is an assisted living center provid-ing a housing alternative and minimal assistance with the activities of daily living to the active senior who should not be living alone.

Atchison Senior Village1419N.6thSt.•913-367-1905

Atchison Senior Village is owned and oper-ated by the citizens of Atchison County through the Atchison County Commission. The county continually updates the facility to give it a beautiful, home-like atmosphere. It is state-inspected, Medicaid-approved, and nursing-community owned.

The highly qualified staff is supported by professional licensed consultants in the areas of activities, physical therapy, dietetics, pharmacy, social work, speech therapy, and occupational therapy. Facilities include community rooms, a large living room with a fireplace, a chapel, and a community kitchen.

Residents enjoy a wide variety of activities, from exercise, games, and creative activities to religious programs and entertainment. The Senior Village bus provides transportation for scheduled outings, and outdoor spaces offer opportunities for gardeners, play structures for visiting children, and bird-watching.

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Attorney, City .................... 913-367-2424Economic Development .... 913-367-5524Engineer, City ................... 913-367-5560Finance Department ......... 913-367-5500F ire Department

(non-emergency) ............. 913-367-4329Human Resources ............. 913-367-5500Inspector, City .................. 913-367-5560Manager, City .................... 913-367-5506

Police Department Administration ............... 913-367-5525 Non-emergency dispatch ...913-367-4323Public Works .................... 913-367-5561Utilities Director ............... 913-367-5560

Atchison County Court House423 N. 5th St. Atchison, KS 66002 www.atchisoncountyks.org

emergency ........................................911

Attorney, County ................ 913-367-8200Clerk, County .................... 913-367-1653Community Corrections .... 913-367-7344Counselor, County ............. 913-367-5246District Court ..................... 913-367-7400Drivers License Office ........ 913-367-3936Health Department ............ 913-367-5152Recycling Center ................ 913-367-5171Register of Deeds ............... 913-367-2568Road and Bridge ................ 913-367-1372Sheriff’s Office Administration ................ 913-367-0216 Non-emergency dispatch...913-367-4323Transfer Station Atchison County Site #1 ...913-367-1666 Effingham Site #2 ........... 913-833-5445Treasurer, County ............... 913-367-5332

Atchison County Economic Development Board

In 2006, the City of Atchison and Atchison County entered into an inter-local coopera-tion agreement to form the Atchison County Economic Development Board. The board,

comprised of appointees from the city and county, works to facilitate economic growth and retention in the Atchison area.

According to Economic Development Director Christy Isaacs, the board is in a unique position in the area.

“[The city and county] understand the importance of having an economic develop-ment entity, but neither felt it was something they could afford to put full funding into,” she said. “It’s really the only completely collabora-tive board in the county.

“The vision is that Atchison County will be prosperous, inviting, exciting, energetic, and enterprising,” Isaacs continued. “Our mis-sion is to apply entrepreneurial leadership to unleash prosperity through careful invest-ments and human resources, infrastructure, and innovative initiatives.”

Major areas of the board’s focus are busi-ness attraction, business retention, and entre-preneurial leadership. The board is always on the lookout for new business, furthering entrepreneurial efforts in the area and bringing in new companies from elsewhere while keep-ing existing businesses prosperous.

“It’s a three-legged stool,” Isaacs said. “Business attraction is the ‘sexy’ part that everybody hears about, [but] the core of it will always be business retention and expansion. That’s the everyday part — keeping those busi-nesses here and prosperous. If we’re not doing something to retain them, they are a business attraction project to every other community in the country.”

The economic downturn beginning in 2008 didn’t spare Atchison, but Isaacs said the Economic Development Board was still able to play a role.

Though Isaacs admitted the organization cannot prevent reductions and other measures taken by businesses during tough times, they can advise businesses and help employees find the services they need to get them through rough patches.

Tough economic times didn’t halt new business attraction or entrepreneurial ventures in Atchison. A CVS Pharmacy is scheduled to open late in 2009, and several new local busi-nesses have sprung up in 2008–09.

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by Jason nIChols

Atchison County Court House


Atchison is a small town that goes about its business in a big way, whether it’s the town’s industry, its festivals, or

promoting its history. Worship is no different. Atchison is home to dozens of churches serv-ing a wide array of faiths and styles of worship. And the history connected to those churches is intertwined with the city’s fascinating story.

As visitors cross the Amelia Earhart Memorial Bridge into town from the east, they see the grand façade of Trinity Episcopal Church, one of the oldest in the state. Few know, however, that the church’s Memorial

Garden is listed on the registry of Kansas Quiet Gardens. The First Christian Church was built in 1913. Its sanctuary is topped with a mag-nificent golden dome and the circular-shaped room is ringed by stained-glass windows. As you drive north on 2nd Street, the unmistak-able twin towers of St. Benedict’s Catholic Church provide a monumental entrance to the campus of Benedictine College.

A handful of Atchison’s most historic and interesting churches are featured each year on the Historic Churches of Atchison Tour. The two-hour tour gives visitors an inside look at

these historic structures and their congrega-tions, guided by longtime members of those communities. Transportation to the various locations comes courtesy of another Atchison landmark — the Atchison Trolley.

Atchison has strong ties to the Benedictine monks and sisters who came to the area as educators when pioneers began to settle here, and visitors are welcome to tour both of these historic locations — the Mount St. Scholastica Monastery and St. Benedict’s Abbey Church.

Visitors can take a self-guided tour of the Abbey Church, which is full of small cha-pels, altars, and magnificent works of art in addition to the impressive main chapel. The abbey crypt, or basement, features 27 altars, including small chapels dedicated to Our Lady of Guadalupe, St. Joseph the Worker, and St. Scholastica.

Benedictine sisters first arrived in Atchison in 1863 at the request of the monks already living here. They opened the Mount St. Scholastica Academy for girls the same year. Visitors can call the sisters to arrange a guided tour of the campus, which includes two stunning chapels — the St. Scholastica Chapel and the Choir Chapel — along with a stunning array of architecture and art throughout the facility.

The Choir Chapel features facing choir stalls and beautiful stained-glass windows that blend traditional realism and modern symbol-ism. The windows even have their own color, Atchison Blue, which was created specially for the chapel.

A walk through the St. Scholastica Chapel is a grand experience. The stained-glass win-dows, marbled sanctuary, and organ will leave visitors breathless.

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St. Benedict’s Abbey

Strong Ties to Faithby Jason nIChols


Calendar of evenTs

Following is just a brief sampling of the many special events dotting the Atchison calendar every year. For a full listing of Atchison events, visit www.atchisonkansas.net/v_calendar.htm.

MARCHSt. Patrick’s Day Parade913-367-7122

Activities include the crowning of the grand marshal and the parade. The route begins at the riverfront, then follows Commercial and Kansas west.

APRILHistoric Churches of Atchison Tour913-367-2427•www.atchisonkansas.net

This new event gives visitors and locals the opportunity to see the interior of some of Atchison’s most historic churches. Take the trolley or coach from one architectural marvel to another and hear the history behind the buildings and congregations. Kanza Film Festivalwww.kanzafest.org

This annual festival for aspiring filmmakers features viewings of entries during the day at Theatre Atchison and film awards and win-ning entries in the evening.

MAYAnnual Chamber Golf Tournament913-367-2427•www.atchisonkansas.net

A four-person scramble format at the Bellevue Country Club, this event includes a silent auction, food and drinks, and lots of prizes.

JUNESummer Sounds on the Lawn

Community evening concerts are featured throughout the month of June on Kansas Avenue between Atchison Library and KAIR Radio.Forest of Friendship Celebration913-367-1419•785-847-6800

This annual celebration honors the men and women of aviation and aerospace with children’s activities, a parade of U.S. and foreign flags, an honorees ceremony, and featured speakers.Juneteenth913-367-2481

This annual celebration commemorates the date in 1865 when the last slaves in America were freed. The two-day celebration is packed with education, entertainment, food, and games.

JULYAmelia Earhart Festival800-234-1854•www.atchisonkansas.net.

This annual celebration of Atchison’s famous daughter includes a downtown fair with arts and crafts, live entertain-ment, food vendors, children’s activities, panel discussions with authors and researchers, carnival rides, aerobatic performances, aviation displays, and spectacular fireworks over the Missouri River.

A Sampling of Special Events

Kids explore nature during the June Forest of Friendship Celebration


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Sometimes, if you look down into Molly’s Hollow from a spot over-looking Jackson Park, you can make out the unmistakable shape of a tragic young lady, hanged by the neck from a tree. Walking through the historic Santa Fe Depot, you might hear strange noises or see lights com-ing on or shutting off without warning. And most who move into the famous Sallie House move out just as quickly.

Yes, Atchison is haunted — but the citizens don’t seem to mind.Every year, “the most haunted town in Kansas” celebrates everything

spooky, eerie, strange, and downright scary with an array of tours and events that will please everyone, from paranormal experts to those who think it’s all just a hoax. After some time in Atchison, they all believe something interesting is going on here.

The quickest way to explore the paranormal happenings in Atchison is the annual Haunted Atchison Tour. View the stunning Victorian homes that come with resident spirits. Shiver as you hear the stories of disem-bodied voices, cursed gargoyles, and the many things that go “bump” in the Atchison night.

And then there are the special events. Have “A Ghostly Dining Experience,” during which you will hear from

famed spiritualist Glennie Turner. Take a walking tour of one of Atchison’s historic cemeteries, or go on our History/Mystery Walking Tour. Attend Turner’s program, “Awakening What Lies Within.” And if you’re really brave, try our On-Site Investigations, during which you get the chance to stay inside one of our haunted buildings to explore and investigate the paranormal.

For up-to-date information on all of Atchison’s haunted happenings, check out www.atchisonkansas.net.

AUGUSTAtchison County Fair913-833-5450

This traditional fair includes 4-H, domestic living and agricultural exhibits, food booths, a parade, a carnival, and live music.

SEPTEMBERElks BBQ State Championship913-426-1034

This annual competition is sanctioned by the Kansas City Barbeque Society. Competitors sell samples to the public beginning at lunch time on Friday, then on Saturday until about 4 p.m.

SEPTEMBER–OCTOBERHaunted Atchison Season800-234-1854•www.atchisonkansas.net

Narrated trolley tours through “the most haunted town in Kansas” are part of a two-month-long season of spooky activities in Atchison. Other activities include the “History and Mystery” walking tour, “On-Site Investigations,” psychic readings, and cemetery walking tours.

OCTOBEROktoberfest Arts & Crafts Festival913-367-4632

This longtime annual event features more than 100 arts and crafts vendors, plus German foods and music along the city’s outdoor pedes-trian plaza.Halloween Haunted Train785-985-3807

Miniature train rides for children with ghosts, goblins, and treats are scheduled from 6:30–8:30 p.m. at the Atchison Rail Museum. Fall Foliage Tours913-367-2427•www.atchisonkansas.net

A trolley tour gives visitors an up-close view of autumn’s beautiful colors. Tours depart from the Santa Fe Depot every hour from 1–3 p.m. Kiwanis Halloween Parade

Ghosts and goblins are on parade through downtown Atchison, receiving trick-or-treat goodies and prizes when visiting participating businesses.

DECEMBERHomes for the Holidays Tour913-367-2427•www.atchisonkansas.net

The annual holiday trolley tour highlights some of Atchison’s most historic homes, decorated for the season.

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Atchison’s turn-of-the-century McInteer Villa, featured on the trolley tour, is reportedly the site of creaky footsteps, mysteriously slamming doors, and ghostly figures roaming the tower.

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1st Street GraphicsTerry Insco1205 S. 11th- PO Box 3237St. Joseph MO 64503816-233-4567 ............ Fax: [email protected]

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A Touch of ClassTesea Kearney1002 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-3050Beauty Salons

Achievement Services for Northeast KansasJerry Henry215 N. 5th PO Box 186Atchsion KS 66002913-367-2432 ............ Fax: [email protected] Services

Dave AdamsDave Adams1334 E. Chandler Blvd. Ste. 5 D-10Phoenix AZ 85048480-283-1400 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Advanced Detection Security Systems, Inc.PO Box 24393Overland Park KS 66283913-685-4201Security Systems

AFLACPatrick Brower1101 1/2 ParallelAtchison KS [email protected]

Dr. Michael D. Albright DDSLois Albright111 N. 5thAtchison KS 66002913-367-7368Dentists

All Faith Counseling CenterCindy Whitmer1225 N. 2nd St.Atchison KS 66002913-367-0105 ............ Fax: [email protected] Health/Counseling

Allegiance CommunicationsChris Martin625 Commercial Ste. 4Atchison KS 66002866-778-6997 ............ Fax: 913-367-0230Television-Cable

AlpsMichelle Henry404 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-1573 ............ Fax: [email protected] Store

Always BloomingStacey Smith719 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-5162alwaysblooming@lvnworth.comwww.alwaysblooming.netHome Décor

Amelia Earhart Birthplace MuseumJan Coyle223 N. TerraceAtchison KS 66002913-367-4217aemuseum@lvnworth.comwww.ameliaearhartmuseum.orgMuseums

American ExterminatorsDan Breneiser9154 Pawnee Rd.Atchison KS 66002913-367-4175Exterminators

American Family InsuranceStephen BrooksPO Box 331; 521 CommercialAtchsion KS 66002913-367-3071Insurance

American Red CrossKim Bottoroff504 1/2 Kansas AveAtchison KS 66002913-367-5355 ............ Fax: [email protected] Services

AmericInn of AtchisonDeb Ashby500 US Hwy 73Atchison KS 66002913-367-4000 ............ Fax: 913-367-9691Lodging

Anacon Foods CoTom Miller1145 Main St.Atchison KS 66002913-367-2885 ............ Fax: [email protected]/Processing/Distributing

Arensberg-Pruett Funeral HomeGalen H. Pruett208 N. 5thAtchison KS 66002913-367-6403 ............ Fax: 913-367-4832apfuneralhome@journey.comwww.arensbergpruett.comFuneral Home

Atchison Area United WayTerry Knopke710 S. 9th St.Atchison KS 66002913-367-6510 ............ Fax: [email protected] Services

AT&TTerry Diebolt220 SE 6th Ave. Room 505Topeka KS 66603785-276-1243 ............ Fax: [email protected]

AT&T MobilityRegina Robertson820 Skyway Hwy.Atchison KS 66002913-367-0505 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Atchison Animal ClinicChuck Van Petten908 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-0427 ............ Fax: 913-367-9577aac0428@sbcglobal.netwww.atchisonanimalclinic.comVeterinarianSee ad page 5

Atchison Appraisal ServiceM. Scott Knoch401 Morning Side Rd.Atchsion KS 66002913-367-4250 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Atchison Area Economic Development CorporationJonathan Mize200 S. 10th PO Box 126Atchison KS 66002913-367-2427Organizations

Atchison Art AssociationGloria Davis704 N. 4thAtchison KS 66002913-367-4278 ............ Fax: [email protected] Organizations/Museums

Atchison Auto PartsDerek Franklin613 Commercial St.Atchison KS [email protected] Parts

Atchison Automotive Group, Inc.Ashley Kallman314 WoodlawnAtchison KS 66002913-367-3000 ............ Fax: [email protected] Dealers

Atchison By BicMatt Schneider201 Main St.Atchison KS 66002913-367-6431 ............ Fax: [email protected]/Processing/Distributing

Atchison Catholic Elementary School AssociationKathy Vandeloo201 Division Atchison KS 66002913-367-3503 ............ Fax: 913-367-9324Education

Atchison Child Care AssociationCarrie Sowers1326 Kansas Ave.Atchison KS 66002913-367-6441 ............ Fax: [email protected] Care

Atchison Counseling ServiceDr. Marilyn Glenn107 N. 6th St. # 4Atchison KS 66002913-367-2002 or 913-271-1592Mental Health/Counseling

Atchison Country MartDennis GarrettPO Box 690; 2016 US Hwy. 59Atchison KS 66002913-367-2151 ............ Fax: [email protected] Store

Atchison CountyPauline Lee423 N. 5thAtchison KS 66002913-367-1653 ............ Fax: 913-367-0227at_county_clerk@wan.kdor.state.ks.uswww.atchisoncountyks.orgGovernment

Atchison County Economic Development BoardChristy Isaacs515 Kansas Ave.Atchison KS 66002913-367-5524 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Atchison County Fair AssociationDavid Shell11447 US Hwy. 59Atchison KS 66002913-367-7205 or 426-3902Organizations

Atchison County Historical SocietyChris TaylorPO Box 201; 200 S. 10thAtchison KS 66002913-367-6238gowest@atchisonhistory.orgwww.atchisonhistory.orgOrganizations

Atchison Dental Associates, PADr. Allen Reavis111 N. 5th St. PO Box 399Atchison KS 66002913-367-0212 ............ Fax: 913-367-6214adalasrdh@yahoo.comwww.atchisondentalassociates.comDentists

Atchison Eye Center, LLC727 Commercial PO Box 402Atchison KS 66002913-367-4989 ............ Fax: 913-367-0194atchisoneyecenter@yahoo.comvisionsource-atchisoneyecenter.comEye Care

Atchison Family Medicine, PADr. John Eplee1412 N. 2nd St. Ste. AAtchison KS 66002913-367-1623 ............ Fax: 913-367-7297Physicians

Atchison Family YMCASheryl Hungerford321 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-4948 ............ Fax: [email protected] & Fitness

Atchison Farmers’ MarketMark JirakAtchison KS 66002913-426-2013marketmanager@ atchisonfarmersmarket.netOrganizations

Atchison GlobeJoe Warren308 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-0583 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Atchison Heritage Conference CenterRhonda Turpin710 S. 9thAtchison KS 66002913-367-1162 ............ Fax: 913-367-4393rhonda@atchisonheritage.comwww.atchisonheritage.comConference CentersSee ad page 5

Atchison HospitalT. C. Roberts1301 N. 2ndAtchison KS 66002913-367-6691 ............ Fax: [email protected] ad page Outside Back Cover

Atchison Housing AuthoritySheryl Swendson103 S. 7thAtchison KS 66002913-367-3323 ............ Fax: 913-367-6002sherry@atchisonhousing.orgwww.atchisonhousing.orgHousing AssistanceSee ad page 1

Atchison InfoAnne Nagel614 CommercialAtchison KS [email protected] Information

Atchison Juneteenth CommitteePO Box 94Atchison KS 66002Organizations

Atchison Kiwanis ClubKirk Porter221 N. 6thAtchison KS [email protected]

Atchison LeatherRick Berger104 N. 6th St. Ste. 10; PO Box 187Atchison KS 66002913-367-3700 ............ Fax: [email protected]/Processing/Distributing

The information in this membership directory has been provided and reviewed for accuracy by the Atchison Area Chamber of Commerce. CommunityLink and Craig Williams Creative Inc. assume no responsibility for omissions or errors of any kind.

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Atchison LibraryP. J. Capps401 Kansas Ave.Atchison KS 66002913-367-1902 ............ Fax: 913-367-2717mparsons@atchison.lib.ks.uswww.atchisonlibrary.orgLibrary

Atchison Lions ClubMike Higgins715 N. 4thAtchison KS 66002Organizations

Atchison Maid-Rite, LLCMark Wolters801 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-4583 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Atchison OutfittersRick Dillon2000 Skyway Hwy. 59Atchison KS 66002913-367-6312Sporting Goods

Atchison Pregnancy Help CenterAtchison KS [email protected] Services

Atchison Public Recreation CommissionHerb Wyrick819 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-3352 ............ Fax: 913-367-6477Organizations

Atchison Public Schools, USD # 409Dr. Susan Myers626 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-4384 ............ Fax: [email protected] ad page 2

Atchison Rotary ClubBill MurphyPO Box 189Atchison KS 66002Organizations

Atchison Stor N LockGary Moxley11112 Hwy. 59Atchison KS [email protected]

Atchison Tax & AccountingMike Lamb337 S. 10thAtchison KS 66002913-367-0990 ............ Fax: [email protected] Preparation

Atchison United Methodist Church, Inc.Pastor Cynthia Meyer501 Kansas Ave.Atchison KS 66002913-367-1844Churches

Atchison Wholesale100 S. 3rdAtchison KS 66002913-367-0043 ............ Fax: [email protected] Grocers

Keith & Dorothy AtlaksonKeith & Dorothy Atlakson1706 Linden Ln.Atchison KS [email protected]

AXA Advisors, LLCMark Begley219 N. 6thAtchison KS 66002913-367-0826 ............ Fax: 913-367-0896mark.begley@axa-advisors.comwww.axaonline.comFinancial Services

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B&D EquipmentJamie Barton17526 286th Road; PO Box 401Atchison KS 66002913-367-1744 ............ Fax: [email protected] Equipment and Supplies

Ball Brothers Drug StoreMary Ball504 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-0332 ............ Fax: [email protected] Store/Pharmacy

Bank of AtchisonDon Ball701 Kansas Ave.Atchison KS 66002913-367-2400 ............ Fax: [email protected] ad page 1

Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral HomeBryan Becker800 Kansas Ave.Atchison KS 66002913-367-6543 ............ Fax: [email protected] Home

Bellevue Golf & Country ClubRick Sumpter1713 Country Club Rd.-PO Box 272Atchison KS 66002913-367-3022Golf Course

Bendena State BankLinda Gaither933 Friendship Rd.; PO Box 147Bendena KS 66008785-988-4453 ............ Fax: 785-988-4457Banks

Benedictine CollegeSharon McCort1020 N. 2ndAtchison KS 66002913-360-5340 ............ Fax: 913-367-6566smccort@benedictine.eduwww.benedictine.eduEducationSee ad page 15

Berger CompanyRick Berger104 N. 6th Ste. 10 PO Box 187Atchison KS 66002913-367-3700 ............ Fax: [email protected]/Processing/DistributingSee ad page 23

Betts ElectricDave Long921 S. 7thAtchison KS 66002913-367-1720 ............ Fax: [email protected] ad page 13

Beverly’s AntiquesDiane Senecal707 N. 9th Atchison KS 66002913-367-4224buttonsdiane@sbcglobal,netAntiques

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Atchison CountyMona Kerns626 Commercial PO Box 202Atchison KS [email protected]/atchisonYouth Organizations

John BishopJohn Bishop902 N. 4th

Atchison KS 66002913-367-3836Individual

Blair Milling & ElevatorTom Bishop1000 Main; PO Box 437Atchison KS 66002913-367-2310 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Blish-MizeJonathan MizePO Box 249; 223 S. 5thAtchison KS 66002913-367-1250 ............ Fax: [email protected]/Processing/DistributingSee ad page 11

Body & Soul NutritionBrooke Johnson116 N. 8thAtchison KS [email protected]

Bookkeepers Etc., LLCLinda Genail8168 Pratt Rd.Atchison KS 66002913-367-1148 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Bottorff Construction, Inc.Mark Bottorff8001 Industrial Park Ln.Atchison KS 66002913-874-5681 ............ Fax: 913-367-4951Construction and Contractors

Boy Scouts of America: Pony Express Council1704 Buckingham; PO Box 8157St. Joseph MO 64508816-233-1351Youth Organizations

Boys & Girls Club of Atchison, Inc.Greg PickmanPO Box 601Atchsion KS 66002913-367-9090Youth Organizations

Bradken-Atchison/St. JosephJohn Kujawa400 S. 4th; PO Box 188Atchison KS [email protected]/Processing/DistributingSee ad page 9

Leonard Buddenbohm Attorney at Law107 N. 6thAtchison KS 66002913-367-5246Attorneys

Bunge Milling, Inc.Patty Kearney16755 274 Rd.Atchison KS 66002913-367-3251-ext.240 Fax: 913-367-0734patricia.kearney@bunge.comwww.bungemilling.comManufacturing/Processing/DistributingSee ad page 6

David ButlerDavid Butler1406 N StreetAtchison KS 66002913-367-4023 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Byrd Memorial Co., Inc.Les Burchett219 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-0103 ............ Fax: [email protected]/Vaults

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C&R StichesCarol Wehking8602-302nd Rd.Lancaster KS 66041785-847-6882 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Caplingers, LLC dba-Stranger Creek RealtyStephen Caplinger417 Main St.Effingham KS 66023913-833-4180 ............ Fax: [email protected] EstateSee ad page 22

Cargill Ag HorizonsKaren MacPherson15662 258th Rd.Cummings KS 66016913-367-1621 ............ Fax: 913-367-4968GrainSee ad page 23

Carrigan Lumber Co. Inc.Patrick Carrigan913 Main St.Atchison KS 66002913-367-3551 ............ Fax: 913-367-3752Lumber

Casey’s General Store1629 Main St.Atchison KS 66002913-367-3355Convenience Store/Gas

Caudle DevelopmentRoger CaudleAtchison KS [email protected] Estate

Caudle Financial GroupTodd Caudle701 Kansas Ave.Atchison KS 66002913-367-2700 ............ Fax: 913-367-3150tcaudle@caudlefinancial.comcaudlefinancial.comFinancial ServicesSee ad page 23

Caudle Smart RentalsRoger CaudleAtchison KS [email protected] Estate

Cedar Ridge CateringVern Dahlman17028 318th Rd.Atchison KS 66002913-367-4357 ............ Fax: 913-362-4357dine@cedar-ridge-restaurant.comwww.cedar-ridge-restaurant.comRestaurants

Chirohealthcare, CharteredDave Brown940 Commercial PO Box 217Atchison KS 66002913-367-3963 ............ Fax: [email protected]



Cintas CorporationBill Miller3220 S. Leonard Rd.St. Joseph MO 64502816-232-8401 ............ Fax: [email protected] Supplies

City of Atchison515 Kansas Ave.Atchison KS 66002913-367-5500 ............ Fax: 913-367-3654www.cityofatchison.comGovernment

Clements AgencyMartin Clements816 US Hwy 59Atchison KS 66002913-367-5222 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Clubs for Kids Foundation, Inc.Michele JuloPO Box 274Atchison KS 66002Organizations

Colonial Realty, Inc.Sharon Locke1007 Skyway Hwy.Atchison KS 66002913-367-4464 ............ Fax: 913-367-2224sharon@coloniallistings.comwww.coloniallistings.comReal Estate

Commercial Vending of AtchisonJoe Peltzer909 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-0656Vending Machines

Consolidated PrintingNorb Schwartz319 S. 5th-PO Box 1217Salina KS 67402785-825-5246 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Consumer Oil Co., Inc.Kay JonesPO Box 216; 1014 Gasoline AlleyBendena KS 66008785-988-4459 or 913-367-1528 Fax: 785-988-4209Fuel

Cottage of the SeasonsMelissa Noll515 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-6171 ............ Fax: 913-367-0804melissa@cottageoftheseasons.comcottageoftheseasons.comHome DécorSee ad page 13

Evah C. Cray Historical Home MuseumRuth A. Stein805 N. 5thAtchison KS 66002913-367-3046Museums

CurvesJanice ( Meg) Tate509 1/2 CommercialAtchison KS [email protected] & Fitness

Custom CraftmastersKristin & Michael Billings16326 274th Rd.Atchison KS 66002913-367-3527 ............ Fax: [email protected]

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Dairy QueenRobin Everhart412 S. 10thAtchison KS 66002913-367-2878 ............ Fax: [email protected] ad page 13

DatamaxLyle Kirk1010 W. St. Martens Dr. Ste. BSt. Joseph MO 64506800-982-9639 ............ Fax: [email protected] Equipment

Deborah Geiger Frame & DesignDeborah Geiger1115 Kearney St.Atchison KS [email protected]

Decade AcresTim WoodruffPO Box 41Wathena KS 66090816-262-1886 ............ Fax: [email protected] Homes

Dillon TireDick Dillon2000 Skyway Hwy.Atchison KS 66002913-367-6312 ............ Fax: [email protected] Parts

John A. Dolenz, DDSJohn Dolenz817 Santa FeAtchison KS 66002913-367-7270 ............ Fax: [email protected] ad page 19

Doodlebugs Books & ToysDonna McCloskey720 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-5015donna@doodlebugs-online.comwww.doodlebugs-online.comBookstore

DovesSherry DunnPO Box 262Atchison KS 66002913-367-0365 ............ Fax: 913-367-7215sfdunn@dovesatchisonks.orgwww.dovesatchisonks.orgSocial Services

Dream TeamGail Fox410 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-5345 ext.264 Fax: 913-367-1926gail.fox@srs.ks.govwww.atchisoncountydreamteam.orgSocial Services

Dunn Heating & CoolingCorie Dunn613 Mound St. PO Box 293Atchison KS [email protected] and Air Conditioning

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Eagle Insurance AgencyJoe Armstrong2204 US Hwy. 73Hiawatha KS 66434800-584-0325,785-288-0302CellFax: [email protected]

Edward Jones CompanyAldie Ensminger411 S. 10thAtchsion KS 66002913-367-5074 ............ Fax: [email protected] Services

Edward Jones InvestmentsKirby Neil527 Commercial-PO Box 364Atchison KS 66002913-367-0218 ............ Fax: [email protected] Services

Effingham Community HousingSheryl Swendson103 S. 7thAtchison KS 66002913-367-3323 ............ Fax: 913-367-6002sherry@atchisonhousing.orgwww.atchisonhousing.orgHousing Assistance

Elks Lodge # 647Debbie BettsPO Box 371, 1503 Hwy. 59Atchison KS 66002Fax: [email protected]

Exchange National Bank & Trust Co.Ginger Hunninghake600 Commercial PO Box 189Atchison KS 66002913-367-6000 ............ Fax: 913-367-3297marketing@exchangebankonline.comwww.exchangebankonline.comBanksSee ad page 19

Eye Specialists of AtchisonAndrea Bock-Kunz605 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-4451 ............ Fax: [email protected] Care

EZ Info, Inc.Sheila Growney-Prevai801 Atchison St.Atchison KS 66002800-676-1582 ............ Fax: [email protected] Equipment

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Farm Bureau InsuranceBill Shipley601 Kansas Ave.Atchison KS 66002913-367-5210 ............ Fax: [email protected]

J. David Farris Law OfficesJ. David Farris110 N. 5th- PO Box 2Atchison KS 66002913-367-2424 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Ferrell GasBobby Hensley13531 Hwy. 59Rushville MO 64484816-637-6121 ............ Fax: [email protected]

First Christian ChurchRev. Lee Hendon7th and Santa Fe; PO Box 626Atchison KS 66002913-367-3036 ............ Fax: [email protected]

First Presbyterian ChurchRev. Al Zimmerman302 N. 5thAtchison KS 66002913-367-2072 ............ Fax: 913-367-3960fpcheather@sbcglobal.netwww.atchisonpresbyterian.orgChurches

Flyer’s Bar & Grill, LLCNicki Schmidt102 Atchison St.Atchison KS 66002913-367-4837 ............ Fax: 913-367-4910Restaurants

Free Country Design & Construction, Inc.Dennis Hine522 Woodlawn-PO Box EAtchison KS 66002913-367-4752 ............ Fax: 913-367-4075Construction and Contractors

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G.A. Thompson Painting Contractors, Inc.502 Seneca St.St. Joseph MO 64501816-232-6855 ............ Fax: 816-279-0851Painters

G & C Business ServicesTom Gottschalk820 Kansas Ave. Atchison KS 66002913-367-6156 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Gambino’s PizzaJennifer Taylor610 Commercial-PO Box 117Atchison KS [email protected]

Gerber Electric, Inc.Dennis Lowe929 Main St.Atchison KS 66002913-367-2731 ............ Fax: [email protected]

GNB Mortgage Co., Inc.Liz Alkhateb112 E. 8th St.-PO Box 149Horton KS [email protected]

Golden Eagle CasinoMarie Powis1121 Goldfinch Rd.Horton KS 66439785-486-6601 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Golden Star, Inc.Becky Martin7712 Industrial Park Lane-PO Box531Atchison KS 66002913-874-2178 ............ Fax: [email protected]/Processing/DistributingSee ad page 13

Gran VillasBrenda Meudt1635 RileyAtchison KS 66002913-367-2077 ............ Fax: [email protected] Living

Greenbrier Rail ServicesRichard ParsonsPO Box 436; 15624 258th Rd.Atchison KS 66002913-367-1635 ............ Fax: [email protected] ServicesSee ad page 11

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Hannah & Oltjen OrthodonticsSarah K. Fankhausen110 S. 6th-PO Box 406Atchison KS 66002913-367-2798 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Hausman Metal Works & Roofing, Inc.15 & Mitchell-PO Box 1256St. Joseph MO 64502816-232-7793www.hausmans.comMetal Products

Hausmann RestorationDavid HausmanRiverview Dr.Atchison KS [email protected] and Contractors

Heartland Dental GroupDr. Paul Hund104 N. 6thAtchison KS 66002913-367-2245Dentists

Heartland WorksJoe Sharpe818 Kansas Ave.Atchison KS 66002913-367-1746 ............ Fax: [email protected] Agencies

Hegarty-Caplinger InsuranceStephen Caplinger417 Main St.Effingham KS 66023913-833-4180 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Ed HermanEd Herman1142 Atchison St.Atchison KS 66002913-367-3958Individual

Herzog Contracting CorporationKyle PhillipsPO Box 1089; 600 S. RiversideSt. Joseph MO 64502816-233-9001 ............ Fax: [email protected] and Contractors

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Hilligoss Shoe StoreSarah K. Biechele514 CommercialAtchison KS [email protected] Store

Homestead Pet Resort & Spa, LLCLoretta Hiatt3233 Chautauqua Rd.Holton KS 66430785-872-3200 ............ Fax: [email protected] Care

Humane Society of AtchisonDiana Middleton125 N. 21stAtchison KS 66002913-367-3647 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Hundley LiquorDebbie Hundley119 S. 9thAtchison KS [email protected] StoresSee ad page 3

Michael S. Hundley ConstructionMike Hundley1900 Main St.Atchison KS 66002913-367-7059 ............ Fax: [email protected] and Contractors

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IMKO Staffing Co.Janet Burke119 N. 5thAtchison KS 66002913-367-6079 ............ Fax: [email protected] Agencies

Independent Living Center Of Northeast Kansas, Inc.Ken Gifford521 Commercial Ste. CAtchison KS 66002913-367-1830 ............ Fax: [email protected] Services

Inn on Oak StreetGini Collins1003 L St.Atchison KS 66002913-367-1515 ............ Fax: 913-367-1515Lodging

Inter’l Forest of FriendshipKay Baker913 Main, PO Box 99AEAtchison KS 66002913-367-1419 or [email protected]

Iron Horse BBQKathy Jensen306 CommercialAtchison KS [email protected]

Bill & Sally IronsBill & Sally Irons314 Parallel St.Atchison KS 66002913-367-4491Individual

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J.F. Denney Plumbing & HeatingMark DenneyPO Box 272-76 Ash St.Leavenworth KS 66048913-367-2309mark@jfdenney.comwww.jfdenneyplumbhtg.comPlumbing/Heating

Jerry’s AgainLiz Wagner125 N. 5th Atchison KS [email protected]

Johnson RefrigerationDavid Johnson10215 US Hwy. 59Atchison KS 66002913-367-1202 ............ Fax: [email protected] ad page 13

JunctionJoe Morgan11373 US Hwy. 59Atchison KS 66002913-367-2637 ............ Fax: [email protected] Stores/Gas

Junior GuildPat Nieuwendaal1513 Arrowhead Dr.Atchison KS 66002Organizations

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K & L Garden CenterKathy Handke2001 Main St.Atchison KS 66002913-367-0494 ............ Fax: [email protected] & Garden

KAIRJim Ervin200 N. 5th; PO Box GAtchison KS 66002913-367-1470 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Kansas Gas ServiceMargaret Steele11401 W. 89th StreetOverland Park KS 66214785-431-4055 ............ Fax: 785-431-4079kgas.comUtilitiesSee ad page 6

Kastens Plumbing & Heating, Inc.Johnny KastensPO Box 412 1808 MainAtchison KS 66002913-367-3662 ............ Fax: 913-367-2894Plumbing/Heating

Kathryn’s For Tea, LLCCarol Lintner320 Parallel St.Atchison KS [email protected]

Kearney Construction, Inc.Gary Kearney Jr.6199 Osage Rd.Atchison KS 66002913-367-1200 ............ Fax: [email protected] and Contractors

KMA GraphicsDebi Williams17493 286th Rd.Atchison KS 66002816-294-1993- [email protected]

KVC Behavioral HealthcareMary Ann Noll605 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-3392 ............ Fax: [email protected] Services

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L&L ConstructionTesea Kearney16083 262nd Rd.Atchison KS 66002913-367-3161 ............ Fax: [email protected] and Contractors

Courtney Laurie1509 Park Pl.Atchison KS 66002913-367-3136 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Lemke’s SidingShelly Lemke19145 Thomas Rd.Atchison KS 66002913-886-2045 ............ Fax: [email protected] and Contractors

Lintiques, Inc.Anita Young519 CommercialMailing Address:14624 264th Rd.AtchisonCummings KSKS 6600266016913-367-4647Antiques

Lockwood CompanyCarolyn Mohler8191 Pratt Road PO Box 128Atchison KS 66002913-367-0110 ext.110 Fax: [email protected] ad page 22

Long John Silvers626 Main St.Atchison KS 66002913-367-1308 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Lopez de MexicoAnne Pruett112 S. 6thAtchison KS 66002913-367-2422pruett11@allegiance.tvwww.lopezdemexicoblogspot.comRestaurants

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Kris MaddenKris Madden414 1/2 N. 5thAtchison KS [email protected]

Madden OilNancy Madden405 Utah Ave.Atchison KS 66002913-367-6304 ............ Fax: [email protected] Stores/GasSee ad page 2

Main Street DecoratingRonda Crossland1900 Main St.Atchison KS 66002913-367-0359 ............ Fax: 913-367-0909Home DécorSee ad page 3

March Furniture & ApplianceDenise Surritt705 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-4846 ............ Fax: [email protected] ad page 22

Marie’s Tax, Bookeeping & CraftCarl Surritt801 Santa FeAtchison KS 66002913-367-1560 ............ Fax: [email protected] Preparation

Marigold Bakery-CaféSusan Turnbull715 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-3858susan.turnbull@sbcglobal.netwww.marigoldbakery.blogspot.comRestaurants

Marlatt Construction Co., Inc.Patty Marlatt17588 274th Rd.Atchison KS 66002913-367-3342 ............ Fax: [email protected] and Contractors

Tom & Susie MarlattTom & Susie Marlatt6910 Phillips Rd.Atchison KS [email protected]

Martin Trash Service, Inc.Sue Martin802 1st St.Effingham KS [email protected] Services

Massasoit Court, LLCDave Deware221 N. 3rd St. Apt # 26 Atchison KS 66002913-367-3750 ............ Fax: 913-367-9650Apartments

Maur Hill-Mount AcademySharon Pruett1000 Green St.Atchison KS 66002913-367-5482 ............ Fax: [email protected]

McAfee, Henderson & Strick, Inc.Joe McAfee15323 W. 95th St.Lenexa KS 66219913-888-4647 ............ Fax: 913-309-9865Civil Engineers

McDonald’sCathy Christ118 S. 8thAtchison KS 66002913-367-0771 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Larry R. Mears, ChtdLarry Mears104 N. 6th St. Ste. 1 PO Box 157Atchison KS 66002913-367-0850 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Medicalodges AtchisonDavid Gatewood1637 RileyAtchison KS 66002913-367-6066 ............ Fax: 913-367-4327Nursing Homes

Met LifeLarry Buessing107 N. 6th St. # 2Atchison KS 66002913-367-2354 ............ Fax: [email protected] ad page 15

MGP Ingredients, Inc.Steve, PickmanCray Business Plaza 100 Com. St.Atchison KS 66002913-367-1480 ............ Fax: 913-367-0192steve.pickman@mgpingredients.comwww.mgpingredients.comGrainSee ad page 16

W.R. MizeW.R. Mize710 N. 3rdAtchison KS [email protected]

Mo-Kan Development, Inc.Joe Ecker1302 Farron St.St. Joseph MO 64501816-233-3144 ............ Fax: [email protected] Loans

Mo-Kan Transit Concrete Co., Inc.Debbie BettsPO Box 371, 1503 Hwy. 59Atchison KS 66002913-367-9602 ............ Fax: [email protected]

MoJo CoveMike Domann1713 Country Club Rd.Atchison KS [email protected]

Mount St. Scholastica, Inc.Rose Marie Stallbaumer, OSB801 S. 8thAtchison KS 66002913-360-6200 ............ Fax: [email protected] OrdersSee ad page 21

Al J. Mueller Construction Co.Larry HausmanPO Box 8066St. Joseph MO 64508816-233-6055 ............ Fax: [email protected] and Contractors

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Mueller’s LockeroomLarry Wilcox120 S. 2nd PO Box 4Atchison KS 66002913-367-2727 ............ Fax: [email protected]

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NEK-CAP, Inc.Lu HangleyPO Box 380Hiawatha KS 66434785-742-2222 ............ Fax: [email protected] Services

Nell Hill’sCyreesa Windsor502 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-1086 ............ Fax: [email protected], Home Décor

Northeast Kansas PromotionsDon Plattner1905 184th Rd.; PO Box 17Sabetha KS 66534785-284-2468 ............ Fax: 785-284-0435Advertising Specialities

Northeast Kansas Railroaders, Inc.Larry RowlandPO Box 19Atchison KS 66002785-985-3807Organizations

Northeast Kansas Tec. CenterMike Rogg1501 W. RileyAtchison KS 66002913-367-6204 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Northwest Missouri Oral & Maxillofacial SurgeryDonald Gossett, DDS110 S. 6thAtchison KS 66002913-367-3400 ............ Fax: 913-367-2799Dentists

NorthWest Pipe CompanyMatt Geiger8154 Industrial Park Ln.Atchison KS 66002913-874-4011 ............ Fax: 913-874-2801www.nwpipe.comManufacturing/Processing/DistributingSee ad page 26

NPG Newspaper, Inc.PO Box 29St. Joseph MO 64502816-271-8651Media

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O’Keefe-Wilson Abstracting Co.,IncAmy Coder701 Kansas Ave. Ste. DAtchison KS 66002913-367-1642 ............ Fax: 913-367-1694AbstractorsSee ad page 7

O’Reily Auto PartsMario Underwood819 Main St.Atchison KS 66002913-367-4138Auto Parts

OK Trophy Awards & GiftsJim & Shirley Giefer2642 LafayetteSt. Joseph MO 64507816-233-0993 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Old Hoof & Horn at the River House101 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-1010Restaurants

Orscheln Farm & HomeDale Herman605 S. 10thAtchison KS [email protected] Store

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Paolucci’s Deli, Restaurant & LoungeMargie Begley113 & 115 S. 3rdAtchison KS 66002913-367-1241 or 6105 Fax: 913-367-1241mbegley3@allegiance.tvpaoluccibegley.comRestaurantsSee ad page 9

Parker HouseKathy Twomble517 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-1441 ............ Fax: 913-367-1668www.parkerhouseinc.comHome Décor

Phil Servaes Dirt ConstructionPhil Servaes4623 Phillips Rd.Atchison KS 66002913-367-1730Construction and Contractors

Pierce Heating & Cooling, Inc.Brandon Pierce746 Hwy. 7Bendena KS 66008913-367-3377 ............ Fax: [email protected] and Air Conditioning

Pike ProductionsTom PikeBox 24072Stanley KS 66283913-522-5678 ............ Fax: [email protected] Production

Pizza HutDale Weber330 S. 10thAtchison KS 66002913-367-3343Restaurants

Poor Richard’s Printing, Copying & Office ProductsMark Lutz718 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-7600 ............ Fax: 913-367-4588atchison@poorrichardsprinting.comwww.poorrichardsprinting.comPrinting

Patsy A. Porter, CPA, PAKirk Porter221 N. 6th St.Atchison KS 66002913-367-2707 ............ Fax: 913-367-2419 [email protected]

Premier Title, Inc.Christopher Tucker210 S. 7th St.Leavenworth KS 66048913-682-3368 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Pro Lube Tire & Service801 CommercialAtchison KS 660021-800-410-1415Auto Services

Pro Serv Business SystemsJohn Proper4402-B S. 40th St.St. Joseph MO 64503816-233-6701 ............ Fax: [email protected] Supplies and Equipment

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Quick StopBill Murphy514 Utah Ave.Atchison KS [email protected] Stores/Gas

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R&S Automotive, LLCRod Aversman900 CommercialAtchison KS [email protected] Repair

Radio ShackRick Teaford521 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-2343 ............ Fax: [email protected]/c291-hitechElectronics

Raven Liquor, LLCRuss McCort1800 Main St.Atchison KS 66002913-367-2351Liquor Store

Raven Rock601 S. 9thAtchison KS 66002913-367-1472Miniature Golf

Reece & Nichols Premier RealtyJanice Reiss337 S. 10thAtchison KS 66002913-367-3116 ............ Fax: 913-367-3117JaniceReiss@ReeceandNichols.comwww.ReeceAndnichols.comReal Estate

Reilly & Son, Inc.Mike ReillyPO Box 99AE; 602 DelawareLeavenworth KS 66048913-682-1234 ............ Fax: [email protected] Estate

Relocation Specialist, Inc.Robert Grippin2601 Industrial Rd.; PO Box HAtchison KS 66002913-367-2750 ............ Fax: 913-367-2759Moving Company

Reynolds PharmacyDavid Rziha701 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-4113 ............ Fax: [email protected] Store/PharmacySee ad page 15

River Cities Community Credit UnionBev McConaughey625 Commercial, Ste. 6Atchison KS 66002913-367-1488 ............ Fax: [email protected]/Credit Unions

Riverbluff InvestmentsJess Reynolds907 CommercialAtchison KS [email protected] Services

RiverWood WineryDavid Naatz22200 Hwy. 45Rushville MO 64484816-579-9797 ............ Fax: 816-579-9588owner@riverwoodwinery.comwww.riverwoodwinery.comWinery

Roderick Sign Co., Inc.Jeff Roderick1621 Frederick Ave.St. Joseph MO 64501816-232-7005 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Rox’s ImagesMike Stec8475 Hwy. 59Atchison KS 66002913-367-ROXS ........... Fax: [email protected]

Royal Movie TheatresKen Nagel612 CommercialAtchison KS [email protected]

Runyan Jewlers, Inc.Jerry Runyan513 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-1551Jewelery

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Salvation Army926 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-1207Social Services

Sam’s Club 4920Connie Filley3007 N. Belt Hwy.St. Joseph MO 64506816-233-2507www.samsclub.comWholesale Grocers

Schaeffer ComputersMike Schaeffer301 Morningside Rd.Atchison KS 66002913-367-7684schaeffercomputers@sbcglobal.netwww.schaeffercomuters.comComputer Sales/Services

Schweser’sTracy Cline619 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-6339 ............ Fax: 913-367-6345www.schwesersstores.comClothing Store

Karen SeabergKaren Seaberg20073 266th Rd.Atchison KS [email protected]

Seaman & Schuske Metal Works Co.1215 S. 4th-PO Box 448St. Joseph MO 64502816-232-3656Metal Products

SearsTim or Peggy Olson101 N. 4thAtchison KS 66002913-367-3745Appliances/Electronics

Senn’s PaintingRobert Senn1706 Sunflower Rd.Robinson KS 66532913-306-1016 or 785-359-6633Painters

Shamrad Metal Fabricatiors, Inc.Joe Mazur801 Lafayette St.St. Joseph MO 64503816-279-6354 ............ Fax: [email protected] Fabricators

Shelter InsuranceAshley Hundley112 N. 6thAtchison KS 66002913-367-7900 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Shirley & Co.Shirley Cline6301 Philips Rd.Atchison KS 66002913-367-0119 xcell 634-0219Lawn Care

Snap FitnessKatie Schweder409 CommercialAtchison KS [email protected] & Fitness

SnowballAlbert Valdez111 N. 8thAtchison KS [email protected]

Sonic Drive-In Of AtchisonKay Willis1001 Main St.Atchison KS [email protected]

St. Benedict’s AbbeyFr. Maurice Haefling1020 N. 2ndAtchison KS 66002913-367-7853 ............ Fax: 913-367-6230www.kansasmonks.orgReligious Orders

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St. Francis Community Services Atchison LodgeSharon Ringler19137-258th Rd.Atchison KS 66002913-367-5085 ............ Fax: [email protected] Houses

St. Joe HondaRob Eidmann2135 S. 8thSt. Joseph MO 64503816-671-0671 ............ Fax: [email protected] Dealers

St. Joseph Area Chamber of Commerce3003 Frederick AvenueSt. Joseph MO 64506816-232-4461www.saintjoseph.comChamber of Commerce

St. Martin’s Bed & Breakfast, LLCJanet & John Settich324 Santa FeAtchison KS 66002913-367-4964stmartinsbandb@aol.comwww.stmartinsbandb.comLodging

State Farm InsuranceJohn Van Dyke112 S. 15thAtchsion KS 66002913-367-4015 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Steinlite CorporationMarty Clements1015 Main St.Atchison KS 66002913-367-3945 ............ Fax: [email protected]/Processing/Distributing

Stress Crete, Inc.Royce Fawcett14503 Wallick Rd.Atchison KS 66002913-255-3112 ............ Fax: 913-255-3124rfawcett@stresscrete3.comwww.stresscrete.comManufacturing/Processing/Distributing

Strong Body Shop, Inc.Bob Strong806 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-2457 ............ Fax: [email protected] Repair

Subway301 S. 5thAtchison KS 66002913-367-7505 ............ Fax: 913-367-9690RestaurantsSee ad page 9

Sunrise Homes, Inc.Roger Caudle617 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-1000 ............ Fax: [email protected]@atchison.comConstruction and Contractors

Sunsetters Of Atchison, LLCSandra Barber516 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-6262Beauty Salons

Super 8 MotelSonny Patel509 S. 9thAtchison KS 66002913-367-7666Lodging

Super StructuresChuck Hord1118 Kansas Ave.Atchison KS 66002913-367-2103 ............ Fax: 913-367-2249Telecommunications

System Builders, Inc.David Boerkircher621 S. 5th; PO Box 546St. Joseph MO 64501816-232-8000 ............ Fax: 816-232-0274www.systembuildersinc.comConstruction and Contractors

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Taco John’sTammy Schuler216 S. 10thAtchison KS [email protected]

Tate Plumbing & ConstructionSteve & Vicki TatePO Box 409; 820 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-1209 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Chris Taylor1502 BrookdaleAtchison KS 66002Individual

The Guidance CenterKeith, Rickard1301 N. 2ndAtchison KS 66002913-367-1593 ............ Fax: 913-367-1627krickard@theguidance-ctr.orgwww.theguidance-ctr.orgMental Health/Counseling

The Hardware StoreDerek Franklin609 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-7616 ............ Fax: [email protected] Store

The Home Team of Kansas, LLCPO Box 36Olathe KS 66051913-712-9502Home Health Services

The HomesteadDan Hall3181 Chautauqua Rd.Holton KS 66436785-872-3719 ............ Fax: [email protected] Services

Theatre AtchisonTravis Grossman401 Santa FeAtchison KS 66002913-367-1647 or 7469 Fax: 913-367-7469theatre@theatreatchison.orgtheatreatchison.orgTheatres

Thrivent FinancialJames Duitsman115 S. 8thAtchison KS 66002913-367-0700 ............ Fax: [email protected] Services

Town & Country Tire Supply, Inc.201 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-2699Auto Parts

Travel Center of AtchisonCheryl Jacobson725 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-0007 ............ Fax: 913-362-0208cheryl@travelcenterofatchison.comwww.travelcenterofatchison.comTravel Agency

Trinity Lutheran ChurchRev. Robert Ziegler603 N. 8thAtchison KS 66002913-367-2837 ............ Fax: [email protected]

TS Conard, Inc.Tim Conard, Pres.Peggy Tyler, GM1524 S.10thSt. Joseph MO [email protected]@tsconard.comwww.tsconard.comComputer Services

Tuck-U-Inn, Inc.Chris Wildy503 N. 2ndAtchison KS 66002913-367-9110lowildy@earthlink.netwww.glickmansion.comLodging

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UMBKent Wohlgemuth320 Commercial PO Box 309Atchison KS 66002913-360-6060 ............ Fax: [email protected] ad page 21

Unified School District # 377506 6th PO Box 289Effingham KS 66023913-833-5050Education

Unit Rail (AMSTED Rail Co. Inc.)Mark Wilson2604 Industrial Rd.Atchison KS 66002913-367-7200 ............ Fax: [email protected]/Processing/DistributingSee ad page 11

United Bank of KansasPatrick Slattery734 Commercial PO Box 369Atchison KS 66002913-367-1130 ............ Fax: 913-367-1134pslattery@unitedbankks.comwww.unitedbankks.comBanksSee ad page 7

United Bank of KansasPhyllis Scholz201 N. Broadway Box 8Lancaster KS 66041913-874-2020 ............ Fax: [email protected] ad page 7

Urban LawncareRon or Michelle Urban5537 US Hwy. 73Atchison KS 66002913-367-4478 ............ Fax: [email protected] Care

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V.F.W. Post 1175Les & Eric Smith2201 MainAtchison KS 66002913-367-0210Organizations

Valley HopeJack Selberg1816 N. 2nd PO Box 510Atchison KS 66002913-367-1618 ............ Fax: [email protected] Services

Van Dyke Grocery, Inc.Kyle Van Dyke401 N. 4thAtchison KS [email protected] Store

Van Dyke Lawn CareTim Van DykePO Box 376Atchison KS 66002913-367-2162Lawn Care

Stephanie C. VanDyne DDS PCStephanie Van Dyne1225 N. 2ndAtchison KS 66002913-367-0203 ............ Fax: [email protected] ad page 19

Vintage ParkBetty Cline1301 N. 4thAtchison KS 66002913-367-2655avintageparkatchison@ skilledhealthcare.comAssisted LivingSee ad page 5

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Wachovia BankJanelle Weishaar601 CommercialAtchison KS 66002913-367-6416 ............ Fax: 913-367-2096Banks

Wade Reeves Massage TherapyWade Reeves106 N. 7thAtchison KS [email protected] Therapy

Wagner Excavating, LLCJeff Wagner4762 Ottawa Rd.Atchison KS 66002913-367-3585 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Wagner Plumbing, Inc.Mike Wagner1100 S. 5th PO Box 318Atchison KS 66002913-367-0360 ............ Fax: 913-367-1613Plumbing

Wal-Mart SupercenterJerry Sanders1920 S. US Hwy. 73 Atchison KS 66002913-367-4062Grocery Store

West Lanes Bowling, Inc.Bob or Lori Myers1416 MainAtchison KS 66002913-367-4775 ............ Fax: 913-367-7138Bowling Alley

Westar EnergyMark Gettys2720 2nd Ave.Leavenworth KS 66048913-758-2746 ............ Fax: [email protected]

Stephen W. Wheatley, DCPASteve Wheatley104 N. 6th St. Ste. FAtchison KS 66002913-367-2269Chiropractors

Whiskey RebellionBill Ewing13565 SW US Hwy. 59Rushville MO 64484816-579-5711Liquor Stores

Willow BrookBrett Huskamp117 N. 8thAtchison KS 66002913-367-0298bret_willowbrook@yahoo.comwww.willowbrookhomedecor.comHome Décor

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Suzanne Youngberg (Avon Dist. Sales Mgr.)Suzanne Youngberg1316 NE 74 TerraceGladstone MO 64118816-420-0668-#[email protected]

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Suzanne ZonneveldSuzanne ZonneveldPO Box 317Atchison KS [email protected]




ABSTRACTORS

O’Keefe-Wilson Abstracting Co.,Inc913-367-1642See ad page 7

Premier Title, Inc.913-682-3368

ACCOUNTANTS

Bookkeepers Etc., LLC913-367-1148

G & C Business Services913-367-6156

Patsy A. Porter, CPA, PA913-367-2707

ADVERTISING SPECIALITIES

Northeast Kansas Promotions785-284-2468

ANTIQUES

Beverly’s Antiques913-367-4224

Lintiques, Inc.913-367-4647

ANTIQUES, HOME DéCOR

Nell Hill’s913-367-1086

APARTMENTS

Massasoit Court, LLC913-367-3750

APPLIANCES/ELECTRONICS

Sears913-367-3745

APPRAISALS

Atchison Appraisal Service913-367-4250

ARTS ORGANIZATIONS/MUSEUMS

Atchison Art Association913-367-4278

ASSISTED LIVING

Gran Villas913-367-2077

Vintage Park913-367-2655See ad page 5

ATCHISON INFORMATION

Atchison Info913-367-4703

ATTORNEYS

Leonard Buddenbohm Attorney at Law913-367-5246

J. David Farris Law Offices913-367-2424

Larry R. Mears, Chtd913-367-0850

AUTO DEALERS

Atchison Automotive Group, Inc.913-367-3000

St. Joe Honda816-671-0671

AUTO PARTS

Atchison Auto Parts913-367-3998

Dillon Tire913-367-6312

O’Reily Auto Parts913-367-4138

Town & Country Tire Supply, Inc.913-367-2699

AUTO REPAIR

R&S Automotive, LLC913-367-2888

Strong Body Shop, Inc.913-367-2457

AUTO SERVICES

Pro Lube Tire & Service1-800-410-1415

BANKS

Bank of Atchison913-367-2400See ad page 1

Bendena State Bank785-988-4453

Exchange National Bank & Trust Co.913-367-6000See ad page 19

UMB913-360-6060See ad page 21

United Bank of Kansas913-367-1130See ad page 7

United Bank of Kansas913-874-2020See ad page 7

Wachovia Bank913-367-6416

BEAUTY SALONS

A Touch of Class913-367-3050

Sunsetters Of Atchison, LLC913-367-6262

BOOKSTORE

Doodlebugs Books & Toys913-367-5015

BOWLING ALLEY

West Lanes Bowling, Inc.913-367-4775

BUSINESS EQUIPMENT

Datamax800-982-9639

CASINO

Golden Eagle Casino785-486-6601

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

St. Joseph Area Chamber of Commerce816-232-4461

CHILD CARE

Atchison Child Care Association913-367-6441

CHIROPRACTORS

Chirohealthcare, Chartered913-367-3963

Stephen W. Wheatley, DCPA913-367-2269

CHURCHES

Atchison United Methodist Church, Inc.913-367-1844

First Christian Church913-367-3036

First Presbyterian Church913-367-2072

Trinity Lutheran Church913-367-2837

CIVIL ENGINEERS

McAfee, Henderson & Strick, Inc.913-888-4647

CLOTHING STORE

Schweser’s913-367-6339

COMPUTER SALES/SERVICES

Schaeffer Computers913-367-7684

COMPUTER SERVICES

TS Conard, Inc.816-233-3777

CONCRETE

Mo-Kan Transit Concrete Co., Inc.913-367-9602

CONFERENCE CENTERS

Atchison Heritage Conference Center913-367-1162See ad page 5

CONSTRUCTION AND CONTRACTORS

Bottorff Construction, Inc.913-874-5681

Free Country Design & Construction, Inc.913-367-4752

Hausmann Restoration913-367-1120

Herzog Contracting Corporation816-233-9001

Michael S. Hundley Construction913-367-7059

Kearney Construction, Inc.913-367-1200

L&L Construction913-367-3161

Lemke’s Siding913-886-2045

Marlatt Construction Co., Inc.913-367-3342

Al J. Mueller Construction Co.816-233-6055

Phil Servaes Dirt Construction913-367-1730

Sunrise Homes, Inc.913-367-1000

System Builders, Inc.816-232-8000

CONVENIENCE STORE/GAS

Casey’s General Store913-367-3355

CONVENIENCE STORES/GAS

Junction913-367-2637

Madden Oil913-367-6304See ad page 2

Quick Stop913-367-4326

DENTISTS

Dr. Michael D. Albright DDS913-367-7368

Atchison Dental Associates, PA913-367-0212

John A. Dolenz, DDS913-367-7270See ad page 19

Heartland Dental Group913-367-2245

Northwest Missouri Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery913-367-3400

Stephanie C. VanDyne DDS PC913-367-0203See ad page 19

DISABLED SERVICES

Achievement Services for Northeast Kansas913-367-2432

Independent Living Center Of Northeast Kansas, Inc.913-367-1830

The Homestead785-872-3719

DRUG STORE/PHARMACY

Ball Brothers Drug Store913-367-0332

Reynolds Pharmacy913-367-4113See ad page 15

EDUCATION

Atchison Catholic Elementary School Association913-367-3503

Atchison Public Schools, USD # 409913-367-4384See ad page 2

Benedictine College913-360-5340See ad page 15

Maur Hill-Mount Academy913-367-5482

Northeast Kansas Tec. Center913-367-6204

Unified School District # 377913-833-5050

ELECTRICAL

Betts Electric913-367-1720See ad page 13

Gerber Electric, Inc.913-367-2731

ELECTRONICS

Radio Shack913-367-2343

EMBROIDERY

C&R Stiches785-847-6882


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EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES

Heartland Works913-367-1746

IMKO Staffing Co.913-367-6079

EXCAVATING

Wagner Excavating, LLC913-367-3585

EXTERMINATORS

American Exterminators913-367-4175

EYE CARE

Atchison Eye Center, LLC913-367-4989

Eye Specialists of Atchison913-367-4451

FARM EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES

B&D Equipment913-367-1744

FINANCIAL SERVICES

AXA Advisors, LLC913-367-0826

Caudle Financial Group913-367-2700See ad page 23

Edward Jones Company913-367-5074

Edward Jones Investments913-367-0218

Riverbluff Investments913-367-1393

Thrivent Financial913-367-0700

FINANCIAL/CREDIT UNIONS

River Cities Community Credit Union913-367-1488

FRAMING

Deborah Geiger Frame & Design913-367-7005

FUEL

Consumer Oil Co., Inc.785-988-4459 or 913-367-1528

Ferrell Gas816-637-6121

FUNERAL HOME

Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home913-367-6403

Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home913-367-6543

FURNITURE

March Furniture & Appliance913-367-4846See ad page 22

GOLF COURSE

Bellevue Golf & Country Club913-367-3022

GOVERNMENT

Atchison County913-367-1653

City of Atchison913-367-5500

GRAIN

Blair Milling & Elevator913-367-2310

Cargill Ag Horizons913-367-1621See ad page 23

MGP Ingredients, Inc.913-367-1480See ad page 16

GRAPHICS

1st Street Graphics816-233-4567

KMA Graphics816-294-1993- 886-820-1366

GROCERY STORE

Alps913-367-1573

Atchison Country Mart913-367-2151

Van Dyke Grocery, Inc.913-367-3485

Wal-Mart Supercenter913-367-4062

HARDWARE STORE

Orscheln Farm & Home913-367-2261

The Hardware Store913-367-7616

HEALTH & FITNESS

Atchison Family YMCA913-367-4948

Curves913-367-6013

Snap Fitness913-367-1511

HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING

Dunn Heating & Cooling913-367-3866

Pierce Heating & Cooling, Inc.913-367-3377

HOME DéCOR

Always Blooming913-367-5162

Cottage of the Seasons913-367-6171See ad page 13

Main Street Decorating913-367-0359See ad page 3

Parker House913-367-1441

Willow Brook913-367-0298

HOME HEALTH SERVICES

The Home Team of Kansas, LLC913-712-9502

HOSPITAL

Atchison Hospital913-367-6691See ad page Outside Back Cover

HOUSING ASSISTANCE

Atchison Housing Authority913-367-3323See ad page 1

Effingham Community Housing913-367-3323

INDIVIDUAL

Dave Adams480-283-1400

Keith & Dorothy Atlakson913-367-4603

John Bishop913-367-3836

David Butler913-367-4023

Ed Herman913-367-3958

Bill & Sally Irons913-367-4491

Courtney Laurie913-367-3136

Kris Madden913-367-2226

Tom & Susie Marlatt913-367-5232

W.R. Mize913-367-2105

Karen Seaberg913-367-2199

Chris Taylor

Suzanne Youngberg (Avon Dist. Sales Mgr.)816-420-0668-#3

Suzanne Zonneveld913-674-6099

INSURANCE

AFLAC314-952-5802

American Family Insurance913-367-3071

Clements Agency913-367-5222

Eagle Insurance Agency800-584-0325,785-288-0302Cell

Farm Bureau Insurance913-367-5210

Hegarty-Caplinger Insurance913-833-4180

Met Life913-367-2354See ad page 15

Shelter Insurance913-367-7900

State Farm Insurance913-367-4015

JEWELERY

Runyan Jewlers, Inc.913-367-1551

LAWN CARE

Shirley & Co.913-367-0119 xcell 634-0219

Urban Lawncare913-367-4478

Van Dyke Lawn Care913-367-2162

LAWN & GARDEN

K & L Garden Center913-367-0494

LIBRARY

Atchison Library913-367-1902

LINEN SUPPLIES

Cintas Corporation816-232-8401

LIQUOR STORE

Raven Liquor, LLC913-367-2351

LIQUOR STORES

Hundley Liquor913-367-4544See ad page 3

Whiskey Rebellion816-579-5711

LODGING

AmericInn of Atchison913-367-4000

Inn on Oak Street913-367-1515

St. Martin’s Bed & Breakfast, LLC913-367-4964

Super 8 Motel913-367-7666

Tuck-U-Inn, Inc.913-367-9110

LUMBER

Carrigan Lumber Co. Inc.913-367-3551

MANUFACTURING/PROCESSING/DISTRIBUTING

Anacon Foods Co913-367-2885

Atchison By Bic913-367-6431

Atchison Leather913-367-3700

Berger Company913-367-3700See ad page 23

Blish-Mize913-367-1250See ad page 11

Bradken-Atchison/St. Joseph913-367-2121See ad page 9

Bunge Milling, Inc.913-367-3251-ext.240See ad page 6

Golden Star, Inc.913-874-2178See ad page 13

NorthWest Pipe Company913-874-4011See ad page 26

Steinlite Corporation913-367-3945

Stress Crete, Inc.913-255-3112

Unit Rail (AMSTED Rail Co. Inc.)913-367-7200See ad page 11

MASSAGE THERAPY

Wade Reeves Massage Therapy816-261-2351

MEDIA

Atchison Globe913-367-0583

KAIR913-367-1470

NPG Newspaper, Inc.816-271-8651

MENTAL HEALTH/COUNSELING

All Faith Counseling Center913-367-0105

Atchison Counseling Service913-367-2002 or 913-271-1592

The Guidance Center913-367-1593

METAL FABRICATORS

Shamrad Metal Fabricatiors, Inc.816-279-6354

METAL PRODUCTS

Hausman Metal Works & Roofing, Inc.816-232-7793

Seaman & Schuske Metal Works Co.816-232-3656

MILITARY EQUIPMENT

EZ Info, Inc.800-676-1582

MINIATURE GOLF

Raven Rock913-367-1472




MOBILE HOMES

Decade Acres816-262-1886

MONUMENTS/VAULTS

Byrd Memorial Co., Inc.913-367-0103

MORTGAGES

GNB Mortgage Co., Inc.785-486-9354

MOVING COMPANY

Relocation Specialist, Inc.913-367-2750

MUSEUMS

Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum913-367-4217

Evah C. Cray Historical Home Museum913-367-3046

NURSING HOMES

Medicalodges Atchison913-367-6066

NUTRITION

Body & Soul Nutrition913-367-4199

OFFICE SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT

Pro Serv Business Systems816-233-6701

ORGANIZATIONS

Atchison Area Economic Development Corporation913-367-2427

Atchison County Economic Development Board913-367-5524

Atchison County Fair Association913-367-7205 or 426-3902

Atchison County Historical Society913-367-6238

Atchison Farmers’ Market913-426-2013

Atchison Juneteenth Committee

Atchison Kiwanis Club

Atchison Lions Club

Atchison Public Recreation Commission913-367-3352

Atchison Rotary Club

Clubs for Kids Foundation, Inc.

Elks Lodge # 647

Humane Society of Atchison913-367-3647

Inter’l Forest of Friendship913-367-1419 or 785-847-6800

Junior Guild

Northeast Kansas Railroaders, Inc.785-985-3807

V.F.W. Post 1175913-367-0210

ORTHODONTISTS

Hannah & Oltjen Orthodontics913-367-2798

PAINTERS

Custom Craftmasters913-367-3527

G.A. Thompson Painting Contractors, Inc.816-232-6855

Senn’s Painting913-306-1016 or 785-359-6633

PET CARE

Homestead Pet Resort & Spa, LLC785-872-3200

PHOTOGRAPHERS

Rox’s Images913-367-ROXS

PHYSICIANS

Atchison Family Medicine, PA913-367-1623

PLUMBING

Tate Plumbing & Construction913-367-1209

Wagner Plumbing, Inc.913-367-0360

PLUMBING/HEATING

J.F. Denney Plumbing & Heating913-367-2309

Kastens Plumbing & Heating, Inc.913-367-3662

PRINTING

Consolidated Printing785-825-5246

Lockwood Company913-367-0110 ext.110See ad page 22

Poor Richard’s Printing, Copying & Office Products913-367-7600

RAILROAD SERVICES

Greenbrier Rail Services913-367-1635See ad page 11

REAL ESTATE

Caplingers, LLC dba-Stranger Creek Realty913-833-4180See ad page 22

Caudle Development913-367-1000

Caudle Smart Rentals913-367-1000

Colonial Realty, Inc.913-367-4464

Reece & Nichols Premier Realty913-367-3116

Reilly & Son, Inc.913-682-1234

REFRIGERATION

Johnson Refrigeration913-367-1202See ad page 13

RELIGIOUS ORDERS

Mount St. Scholastica, Inc.913-360-6200See ad page 21

St. Benedict’s Abbey913-367-7853

RESTAURANTS

Atchison Maid-Rite, LLC913-367-4583

Cedar Ridge Catering913-367-4357

Dairy Queen913-367-2878See ad page 13

Flyer’s Bar & Grill, LLC913-367-4837

Gambino’s Pizza913-367-4100

Iron Horse BBQ913-367-5554

Jerry’s Again913-367-0577

Kathryn’s For Tea, LLC913-367-8327

Long John Silvers913-367-1308

Lopez de Mexico913-367-2422

Marigold Bakery-Café913-367-3858

McDonald’s913-367-0771

MoJo Cove913-367-6885

Mueller’s Lockeroom913-367-2727

Old Hoof & Horn at the River House913-367-1010

Paolucci’s Deli, Restaurant & Lounge913-367-1241 or 6105See ad page 9

Pizza Hut913-367-3343

Snowball913-367-SODA

Sonic Drive-In Of Atchison913-367-4878

Subway913-367-7505See ad page 9

Taco John’s913-367-0276

RETREAT HOUSES

St. Francis Community Services Atchison Lodge913-367-5085

SBA LOANS

Mo-Kan Development, Inc.816-233-3144

SECURITY SYSTEMS

Advanced Detection Security Systems, Inc.913-685-4201

SHOE STORE

Hilligoss Shoe Store913-367-6173

SIGNS

Roderick Sign Co., Inc.816-232-7005

SOCIAL SERVICES

American Red Cross913-367-5355

Atchison Area United Way913-367-6510

Atchison Pregnancy Help Center913-367-1173

Doves913-367-0365

Dream Team913-367-5345 ext.264

KVC Behavioral Healthcare913-367-3392

NEK-CAP, Inc.785-742-2222

Salvation Army913-367-1207

Valley Hope913-367-1618

SPORTING GOODS

Atchison Outfitters913-367-6312

STORAGE

Atchison Stor N Lock913-367-2999

TAX PREPARATION

Atchison Tax & Accounting913-367-0990

Marie’s Tax, Bookeeping & Craft913-367-1560

TELECOMMUNICATIONS

AT&T785-276-1243

AT&T Mobility913-367-0505

Super Structures913-367-2103

TELEVISION-CABLE

Allegiance Communications866-778-6997

THEATRES

Royal Movie Theatres913-367-0222

Theatre Atchison913-367-1647 or 7469

TRASH SERVICES

Martin Trash Service, Inc.913-833-5251

TRAVEL AGENCY

Travel Center of Atchison913-367-0007

TROPHIES

OK Trophy Awards & Gifts816-233-0993

UTILITIES

Kansas Gas Service785-431-4055See ad page 6

Westar Energy913-758-2746

VENDING MACHINES

Commercial Vending of Atchison913-367-0656

VETERINARIAN

Atchison Animal Clinic913-367-0427See ad page 5

VIDEO PRODUCTION

Pike Productions913-522-5678

WHOLESALE GROCERS

Atchison Wholesale913-367-0043

Sam’s Club 4920816-233-2507

WINERY

RiverWood Winery816-579-9797

YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Atchison County913-360-9415

Boy Scouts of America: Pony Express Council816-233-1351

Boys & Girls Club of Atchison, Inc.913-367-9090


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