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Recent obituaries

United Way golf tournament set for Oct. 3; space still available

HUMAN-CENTERED INNOVATION &amp; DESIGN:
INNOVATING FOR PEOPLE &amp; THE ENVIRONMENT


8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in McCartney 204 ... 1 Semester Credit Hour
Saturday, 9 October 2021 and Saturday, 16 October 2021


Instructor:
Dr. Rick Edgeman, rledgeman@fhsu.edu


Human-centered design is a creative approach to problem-solving that begins with people for whom the
design is intended and ends with new solutions that are purpose-built to meet their needs. Such solutions
rely on new ideas, products, services, institutions and relationships that offer fresh approaches to
overcoming critical societal and environmental challenges. Human-centered requires empathy for those
being designed for, creation of prototypes, sharing solutions with the target market and affected parties, and
solution implementation.


Design-thinking is a human-centered approach to innovation that balances consideration of people’s needs,
technological possibilities, ecological sensitivity, and business-oriented measures of success.


Human-centered design solutions should be feasible, viable, and desirable and should benefit society,
including members of disadvantaged and marginalized communities, while being specifically attentive to
target market needs and desires. Such solutions may assume many forms that include creation of policies,
processes, products, services, relationships and enterprises that benefit society, including members of
disadvantaged and marginalized communities. An implicit component of social benefit is that such
creations should be environmentally neutral or restorative.


Innovating for people and the environment pursues the pathway from discovery, to understanding, to design
/ creation. Although this path can be pursued independent of environmental considerations, such
considerations may be integrated into problem/opportunity-framing and design criteria.


• Discovery examines methods for observing, characterizing, and enhancing human experiences such as
voice-of-the-customer collection and interpretation methods such as the Kano Customer Needs Model,
Garvin’s Product Quality Dimensions, Service Quality Dimensions, and varied ethnographic,
participatory, and evaluative research approaches.


• Understanding examines methods for analyzing challenges and opportunities. Explored are
brainstorming and methods for examining people and systems such as stakeholder mapping, person
profiling, experience diagramming, concept; methods of pattern identification and prioritization such as
affinity diagramming, cause-and-effect diagramming, interrelationship digraphs, pareto diagramming,
multi-voting, and the nominal group technique; and problem-framing methods.


• Design and Creation examine varied ideation and design methods such as brainstorming, concept
generation and selection, and quality function deployment.


Sample Text: Innovating for People – Handbook of Human-Centered Design Methods. Luma Institute,
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA. 2012. Alternatively: Course presentation materials will provide the
essential course content.


Format: While course content is valuable in a stand-alone format, it is more powerful when used
to prepare for Kansas Startup, held in November. 16 contact hours divided as eight hours each on consecutive Saturdays (9 October 2021 and 16 October 2021). Project-oriented deliverables are required
within four weeks of completion for those registered for credit. Course content is presented in a hands-on
workshop with participants (generally) working in project teams. Participation is not limited to students.


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 </figure>HUMAN-CENTERED INNOVATION &amp; DESIGN:
INNOVATING FOR PEOPLE &amp; THE ENVIRONMENT
8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in McCartney 204 ... 1 Semester Credit Hour
Saturday, 9 October 2021 and Saturday, 16 October 2021
Instructor:
Dr. Rick Edgeman, rledgeman@fhsu.edu
Human-centered design is a creative approach to problem-solving that begins with people for whom the
design is intended and ends with new solutions that are purpose-built to meet their needs. Such solutions
rely on new ideas, products, services, institutions and relationships that offer fresh approaches to
overcoming critical societal and environmental challenges. Human-centered requires empathy for those
being designed for, creation of prototypes, sharing solutions with the target market and affected parties, and
solution implementation.
Design-thinking is a human-centered approach to innovation that balances consideration of people’s needs,
technological possibilities, ecological sensitivity, and business-oriented measures of success.
Human-centered design solutions should be feasible, viable, and desirable and should benefit society,
including members of disadvantaged and marginalized communities, while being specifically attentive to
target market needs and desires. Such solutions may assume many forms that include creation of policies,
processes, products, services, relationships and enterprises that benefit society, including members of
disadvantaged and marginalized communities. An implicit component of social benefit is that such
creations should be environmentally neutral or restorative.
Innovating for people and the environment pursues the pathway from discovery, to understanding, to design
/ creation. Although this path can be pursued independent of environmental considerations, such
considerations may be integrated into problem/opportunity-framing and design criteria.
• Discovery examines methods for observing, characterizing, and enhancing human experiences such as
voice-of-the-customer collection and interpretation methods such as the Kano Customer Needs Model,
Garvin’s Product Quality Dimensions, Service Quality Dimensions, and varied ethnographic,
participatory, and evaluative research approaches.
• Understanding examines methods for analyzing challenges and opportunities. Explored are
brainstorming and methods for examining people and systems such as stakeholder mapping, person
profiling, experience diagramming, concept; methods of pattern identification and prioritization such as
affinity diagramming, cause-and-effect diagramming, interrelationship digraphs, pareto diagramming,
multi-voting, and the nominal group technique; and problem-framing methods.
• Design and Creation examine varied ideation and design methods such as brainstorming, concept
generation and selection, and quality function deployment.
Sample Text: Innovating for People – Handbook of Human-Centered Design Methods. Luma Institute,
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA. 2012. Alternatively: Course presentation materials will provide the
essential course content.
Format: While course content is valuable in a stand-alone format, it is more powerful when used
to prepare for Kansas Startup, held in November. 16 contact hours divided as eight hours each on consecutive Saturdays (9 October 2021 and 16 October 2021). Project-oriented deliverables are required
within four weeks of completion for those registered for credit. Course content is presented in a hands-on
workshop with participants (generally) working in project teams. Participation is not limited to students.

Free business workshop at FHSU open to the public

The Kansas Department of Transportation plans to begin a pair of resurfacing projects on U.S. 24 and K-184 in Thomas County the week of Sept. 27.

Project work will involve a mill and overlay on both routes.

The U.S. 24 portion will begin at the I-70 exit 45 near Levant and extend approximately 9 miles west, ending at the west Colby city limits.

The K-184 portion will cover the approximately 2 miles of road from I-70 to Brewster.

Traffic will be reduced to one lane through the work zones and directed by flaggers and a pilot car. Delays of up to 15 minutes may be possible. KDOT expects the project to be completed by mid-November, weather permitting.

McCormick Excavation and Paving of Stratton, Colo., is the primary contractor for both projects with a combined contract cost of approximately $1.5 million.&nbsp;

KDOTThe Kansas Department of Transportation plans to begin a pair of resurfacing projects on U.S. 24 and K-184 in Thomas County the week of Sept. 27.Project work will involve a mill and overlay on both routes.The U.S. 24 portion will begin at the I-70 exit 45 near Levant and extend approximately 9 miles west, ending at the west Colby city limits.The K-184 portion will cover the approximately 2 miles of road from I-70 to Brewster.Traffic will be reduced to one lane through the work zones and directed by flaggers and a pilot car. Delays of up to 15 minutes may be possible. KDOT expects the project to be completed by mid-November, weather permitting.McCormick Excavation and Paving of Stratton, Colo., is the primary contractor for both projects with a combined contract cost of approximately $1.5 million.&nbsp;

Resurfacing projects starting in Thomas County

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Dart event Saturday to benefit ARC Park

HaysMed’s annual drive-through flu shot clinic has been scheduled for Sunday. The event will offer free flu shots for all residents older than 6 months.&nbsp; The time this year has changed to 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

For the safety of the public and those working the flu drive, masks will be required for all people ages 2 years and up.&nbsp; In addition, physical distancing will be observed at all locations on campus.

It will be the 22nd year the hospital has offered the community service, and approximately 3,500 people are expected to be vaccinated during the free clinic.

People age 10 and up can receive their free flu shot without leaving their vehicles.&nbsp; HaysMed volunteers will direct traffic during the event.&nbsp;&nbsp;If you want to fill out the forms and bring them with you, go to&nbsp;<a href="https://haysmedfoundation.org/flu">https://haysmedfoundation.org/flu</a>&nbsp;and make copies to complete.

Children 6 months through 9 years of age will be vaccinated on the west side of the Center for Health Improvement.&nbsp; Adults attending with children can also receive their shots in the same location.

More than 100 volunteers will be on hand to help with the event. HaysMed partners with Fort Hays State University and NCK Tech as both facilities provide students to help with the shots.

There will be no nasal flu vaccine at the drive-through flu shot clinic.&nbsp; There will be no egg free vaccines available at the drive-through flu shot clinic. People with a severe egg allergy will need to contact their local healthcare provider for their flu vaccine.&nbsp;

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 </figure>HaysMedHaysMed’s annual drive-through flu shot clinic has been scheduled for Sunday. The event will offer free flu shots for all residents older than 6 months.&nbsp; The time this year has changed to 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;For the safety of the public and those working the flu drive, masks will be required for all people ages 2 years and up.&nbsp; In addition, physical distancing will be observed at all locations on campus.It will be the 22nd year the hospital has offered the community service, and approximately 3,500 people are expected to be vaccinated during the free clinic.People age 10 and up can receive their free flu shot without leaving their vehicles.&nbsp; HaysMed volunteers will direct traffic during the event.&nbsp;&nbsp;If you want to fill out the forms and bring them with you, go to&nbsp;<a href="https://haysmedfoundation.org/flu">https://haysmedfoundation.org/flu</a>&nbsp;and make copies to complete.Children 6 months through 9 years of age will be vaccinated on the west side of the Center for Health Improvement.&nbsp; Adults attending with children can also receive their shots in the same location.More than 100 volunteers will be on hand to help with the event. HaysMed partners with Fort Hays State University and NCK Tech as both facilities provide students to help with the shots.There will be no nasal flu vaccine at the drive-through flu shot clinic.&nbsp; There will be no egg free vaccines available at the drive-through flu shot clinic. People with a severe egg allergy will need to contact their local healthcare provider for their flu vaccine.&nbsp;

Drive-through flu shots available Sunday at HaysMed

RUSSELL — After a year-long delay due to the COVID-19 pandemic, RCT will present its 100th production, "Living Together," Nov. 2 to 6.

RCT presented its first production, "God’s Favorite," in 1986 and 98 comedies, musicals, dramas, and mysteries followed over the next three decades. "Living Together," originally scheduled as the final show of the 2020 season, welcomes patrons back to the RCT Playhouse and the world of live theater this November.

"Living Together" is one of three plays by Alan Ayckbourn collectively called "The Norman Conquests." RCT presented "Table Manners" in 1990 and "Round and Round the Garden" in 2002. The plays are at times wildly comic, and at times poignant, in their portrayals of the relationships among the six characters: Norman and his wife Ruth (Bob Roe and Sheryl Krug); Ruth’s brother Reg and his wife Sarah (Kiefer Craig and Monica Harrison); Ruth’s sister Annie (Teressa Roe); and Annie’s next-door-neighbor Tom (Alan Templeton).

In "The Norman Conquests", Annie lives in a countryside house taking care of her demanding mother, and has decided she needs a weekend off. Reg and Sarah have agreed to come and take care of Annie’s and Reg’s mother for a weekend while Annie goes on a short trip. However, Annie is secretly planning to meet up with her sister Ruth’s charming, rakish husband Norman for an illicit weekend together (something Annie has never done before, and is unsure about). However, things go wrong when Norman shows up at the house early to pick up Annie contrary to plan, and everybody ends up at the house for the entire weekend. Various arguments ensue while the characters have differing degrees of understanding about what’s actually happening.

The action in "Table Manners" was played in the kitchen while "Round and Round the Garden" was set in the garden. "Living Together" is played in the middle of it all, with entrances to the garden, the front yard, the kitchen and the rest of the house.

Carol Dawson, one of the original RCT members and founders, directed "Table Manners" and "Round and Round the Garden." Crystal Craig, veteran RCT volunteer, is directing "Living Together," and credits Dawson as an honorary director of the 100th RCT production.

 “Live theater requires flexibility, cooperation, creativity and compromise under the best of circumstances,” said Craig. “With the pandemic, RCT’s resilience has been put to the test, but we’re proud to say we’re ready to hit the stage once again.” 

Performances run Tuesday through Saturday, Nov. 2 to 6, at the RCT Playhouse (Fifth and Kansas, Russell). Show time is 8:00 pm. Admission is $12 or by season ticket.&nbsp;

"Living Together" is written by Alan Ackybourn and presented by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. 

For more information, call 785-483-4057. Please find us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/russelltheater">Facebook</a>.

Russell Community Theater is a nonprofit theater company in Russell, Kansas. The sole purpose of RCT is to produce theater for the community and the surrounding area. Completely volunteer-driven, RCT is supported financially solely through ticket admissions and gifts from those supportive of community theater.

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 </figure>In "The Norman Conquests", Annie lives in a countryside house taking care of her demanding mother, and has decided she needs a weekend off. Reg and Sarah have agreed to come and take care of Annie’s and Reg’s mother for a weekend while Annie goes on a short trip. However, Annie is secretly planning to meet up with her sister Ruth’s charming, rakish husband Norman for an illicit weekend together (something Annie has never done before, and is unsure about). However, things go wrong when Norman shows up at the house early to pick up Annie contrary to plan, and everybody ends up at the house for the entire weekend. Various arguments ensue while the characters have differing degrees of understanding about what’s actually happening.The action in "Table Manners" was played in the kitchen while "Round and Round the Garden" was set in the garden. "Living Together" is played in the middle of it all, with entrances to the garden, the front yard, the kitchen and the rest of the house.Carol Dawson, one of the original RCT members and founders, directed "Table Manners" and "Round and Round the Garden." Crystal Craig, veteran RCT volunteer, is directing "Living Together," and credits Dawson as an honorary director of the 100th RCT production. “Live theater requires flexibility, cooperation, creativity and compromise under the best of circumstances,” said Craig. “With the pandemic, RCT’s resilience has been put to the test, but we’re proud to say we’re ready to hit the stage once again.” Performances run Tuesday through Saturday, Nov. 2 to 6, at the RCT Playhouse (Fifth and Kansas, Russell). Show time is 8:00 pm. Admission is $12 or by season ticket.&nbsp;"Living Together" is written by Alan Ackybourn and presented by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. For more information, call 785-483-4057. Please find us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/russelltheater">Facebook</a>.Russell Community Theater is a nonprofit theater company in Russell, Kansas. The sole purpose of RCT is to produce theater for the community and the surrounding area. Completely volunteer-driven, RCT is supported financially solely through ticket admissions and gifts from those supportive of community theater.

Russell Community Theatre returns with live shows in November

Underachiever Race features beer (21 to drink) and donuts (everyone)

 Fall and winter clothing is out.  Halloween is also out. 

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Ellis Community Thrift Shop reopens with fall and winter inventory

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Children's Halloween concert to be presented by Hays Symphony

Fourth annual Turkey Bash softball tournament scheduled

ELLIS — Ellis USD 388 will have a community input session on Sept. 26 to discuss a potential school bond. 

The meeting will be at 3:30 p.m. at the Ellis Knights of Columbus Hall, 1009 Washington.

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Ellis school district will have open meeting to discuss bond issue

Learn how to cook traditional German meals at Hays Rec

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Russell Co. Household Hazard Waste cleanup scheduled Oct. 2

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Victoria Fire Department poker run set for October

Soroptimist International of Hays&nbsp;Soroptimist International of Hays is&nbsp; &nbsp;applications for the Live your Dream award. The award is open to females who are the primary income for their family and are seeking a two or four year academic degree.

The deadline for applications to be submitted is Nov. 15.&nbsp;

A Live Your Dream Awards finalist has the potential receive up to $16,000 to help offset tuition costs, purchase books, get transportation, or find reliable childcare so she can worry less about how to pay her bills and focus on reaching her dreams.

<a href="https://www.soroptimist.org/our-work/live-your-dream-awards/apply-for-the-live-your-dream-awards.html" target="_blank">Live Your Dream Awards | Scholarships for Women | Soroptimist International of the Americas, Inc.</a>

For more information, contact&nbsp;Katlin Senst at&nbsp;kmsenst@yahoo.com.

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Applications open for Hays Soroptimist Live Your Dream award

As construction progresses on the 
reconstruction of 27th Street from Hall to Fort, the construction zone 
will advance eastward. &nbsp;On Monday, 27th Street will be 
closed between Elm Street and Lincoln. &nbsp;As such, 27th Street Traffic 
will be detoured using Canal, 23rd Street and Pershing Drive. &nbsp;The&nbsp;closure plan and detour are shown on the <a href="https://www.haysusa.com/DocumentCenter/View/4329/21-09-20-Detour-for-PSA2" target="_blank">attached map</a> .

The reconstruction of 27th Street from Hall to Fort will progress steadily from west to east through the remainder of the year.

All this information and more can be found on the <a href="https://www.haysusa.com/778/27th-St-Project" target="_blank">project webpage at haysusa.com</a> or by contacting the Office of Project Management at 785 628-7350. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>City of HaysAs construction progresses on the 
reconstruction of 27th Street from Hall to Fort, the construction zone 
will advance eastward. &nbsp;On Monday, 27th Street will be 
closed between Elm Street and Lincoln. &nbsp;As such, 27th Street Traffic 
will be detoured using Canal, 23rd Street and Pershing Drive. &nbsp;The&nbsp;closure plan and detour are shown on the <a href="https://www.haysusa.com/DocumentCenter/View/4329/21-09-20-Detour-for-PSA2" target="_blank">attached map</a> .The reconstruction of 27th Street from Hall to Fort will progress steadily from west to east through the remainder of the year.All this information and more can be found on the <a href="https://www.haysusa.com/778/27th-St-Project" target="_blank">project webpage at haysusa.com</a> or by contacting the Office of Project Management at 785 628-7350. &nbsp;&nbsp;

27th Street reconstruction heads east next week

Stockton Pumpkin Patch to open soon; volunteers sought

Tickets available now! DM our <a href="https://www.facebook.com/HaysOptimists">Facebook page</a> or see an Optimist member to purchase yours! Please be sure to buy them ahead of time. You will save $0.50 per ticket, and your money will go to benefit the Optimists Club of Hays.

Sunday, October 10, 2021 from 7:30 a.m-12:00 p.m.

Adults: $9.50 in advance/$10 at the door, Ages 5-12 $4.50 in advance/$5 at the door, Under 5 free.

bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, hash browns, toast biscuits, pancakes, sausage gravy, coffee, orange juice, water.

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 </figure>Tickets available now! DM our <a href="https://www.facebook.com/HaysOptimists">Facebook page</a> or see an Optimist member to purchase yours! Please be sure to buy them ahead of time. You will save $0.50 per ticket, and your money will go to benefit the Optimists Club of Hays.Sunday, October 10, 2021 from 7:30 a.m-12:00 p.m.Adults: $9.50 in advance/$10 at the door, Ages 5-12 $4.50 in advance/$5 at the door, Under 5 free.All you can eat:bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, hash browns, toast biscuits, pancakes, sausage gravy, coffee, orange juice, water.

Hays Optimists fundraiser Oct. 10 at VFW Stars and Stripes Breakfast 

Movement of a quarter million people joined by local participants in Hays

Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States, yet suicide can be prevented. Volunteers from the Hays area are joining the quarter of a million people who are walking in towns across the United States to draw attention to the fight for suicide prevention. The annual Hays Area Out of the Darkness Community Walk, hosted by the High Plains Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention will be held at 2 PM, Saturday, Sept. 18, at Municipal Park in Hays. On-site registration begins at 1&nbsp; p.m. Preregistration is available at <a href="http://www.afsp.org/hays">www.afsp.org/hays</a>. This walk supports the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s education and support programs and its bold goal to reduce the annual U.S. rate of suicide 20 percent by the year 2025.&nbsp;

“Suicide touches one in five American families. We hope that by walking we will draw attention to this issue and keep other families from experiencing a suicide loss. Our ultimate goal is to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide,” said Kyle Carlin, AFSP Greater Kansas Volunteer.&nbsp;

The Hays Area Out of the Darkness Community Walk is one of more than 550 Out of the Darkness Overnight, Community and Campus Walks being held nationwide this year. The walks are expected to unite more than 300,000 walkers and raise millions for suicide prevention efforts.&nbsp;

“These walks are about turning hope into action,” said <a href="https://afsp.org/about-afsp/robert-gebbia/">AFSP CEO Robert Gebbia</a>. “The research has shown us how to fight suicide, and if we keep up the fight, the science is only going to get better and our culture will get smarter about mental health. With the efforts of our courageous volunteers, and a real investment from our nation’s leaders, we hope to significantly reduce the suicide rate in the United States.”&nbsp;

Local sponsors for the Hays Area Out of the Darkness Walk include FHSU Health and Wellness Services, Nextech Wireless, New Age Industrial, eyeSmile Vision and Dental, Kiwanis - Hays, KS, Golden Belt Bank, Kippes Insurance Agency, Inc., High Plains Mental Health Center, Flame Engineering, Inc., Clinical Associates, KVC Hospitals, Dr. Sam Funk Optometry, NCK Contractors, and High Plains Farm Credit.&nbsp;

The <a href="http://www.afsp.org">American Foundation for Suicide Prevention</a> is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide. AFSP creates a culture that’s smart about mental health through education and community programs, develops suicide prevention through research and advocacy, and provides support for those affected by suicide. Led by CEO Robert Gebbia and headquartered in New York, and with a public policy office in Washington, D.C., AFSP has local chapters in all 50 states with programs and events nationwide. Learn more about AFSP in its latest Annual Report, and join the conversation on suicide prevention by following AFSP on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AFSPnational/">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/afspnational">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/afspnational/">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/AFSPNational">YouTube</a>.

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 </figure><h2>Movement of a quarter million people joined by local participants in Hays</h2>News releaseSuicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States, yet suicide can be prevented. Volunteers from the Hays area are joining the quarter of a million people who are walking in towns across the United States to draw attention to the fight for suicide prevention. The annual Hays Area Out of the Darkness Community Walk, hosted by the High Plains Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention will be held at 2 PM, Saturday, Sept. 18, at Municipal Park in Hays. On-site registration begins at 1&nbsp; p.m. Preregistration is available at <a href="http://www.afsp.org/hays">www.afsp.org/hays</a>. This walk supports the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s education and support programs and its bold goal to reduce the annual U.S. rate of suicide 20 percent by the year 2025.&nbsp;“Suicide touches one in five American families. We hope that by walking we will draw attention to this issue and keep other families from experiencing a suicide loss. Our ultimate goal is to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide,” said Kyle Carlin, AFSP Greater Kansas Volunteer.&nbsp;The Hays Area Out of the Darkness Community Walk is one of more than 550 Out of the Darkness Overnight, Community and Campus Walks being held nationwide this year. The walks are expected to unite more than 300,000 walkers and raise millions for suicide prevention efforts.&nbsp;“These walks are about turning hope into action,” said <a href="https://afsp.org/about-afsp/robert-gebbia/">AFSP CEO Robert Gebbia</a>. “The research has shown us how to fight suicide, and if we keep up the fight, the science is only going to get better and our culture will get smarter about mental health. With the efforts of our courageous volunteers, and a real investment from our nation’s leaders, we hope to significantly reduce the suicide rate in the United States.”&nbsp;Local sponsors for the Hays Area Out of the Darkness Walk include FHSU Health and Wellness Services, Nextech Wireless, New Age Industrial, eyeSmile Vision and Dental, Kiwanis - Hays, KS, Golden Belt Bank, Kippes Insurance Agency, Inc., High Plains Mental Health Center, Flame Engineering, Inc., Clinical Associates, KVC Hospitals, Dr. Sam Funk Optometry, NCK Contractors, and High Plains Farm Credit.&nbsp;The <a href="http://www.afsp.org">American Foundation for Suicide Prevention</a> is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide. AFSP creates a culture that’s smart about mental health through education and community programs, develops suicide prevention through research and advocacy, and provides support for those affected by suicide. Led by CEO Robert Gebbia and headquartered in New York, and with a public policy office in Washington, D.C., AFSP has local chapters in all 50 states with programs and events nationwide. Learn more about AFSP in its latest Annual Report, and join the conversation on suicide prevention by following AFSP on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AFSPnational/">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/afspnational">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/afspnational/">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/AFSPNational">YouTube</a>.

Western Kansans to walk to fight suicide 

SALINA — During the month of September, National Hunger Action Month, all 10 24/7 Travel Stores locations across Kansas will collect monetary donations for local food banks at the register and match donations for the first $30,000 donated.

Participating food banks include Genesis Food Pantry of Sherman County, Genesis Food Pantry of Thomas County, Trego County Food Pantry, St. Joseph Food Pantry in Hays, Russell County Food Pantry, McPherson County Food Bank, Salina Emergency Aid &amp; Food Bank, Abilene Area Food &amp; Clothing Bank, and Community Health Ministry.

Ted Augustine, 24/7 Travel Stores manager of growth &amp; development,&nbsp; believes strongly in the power of community support. “September is Hunger Action Month, so we are calling our customers to action alongside us," Augustsine said. "If you have been thinking about donating, now is the time, as 24/7 Travel Stores will match it dollar-for-dollar for the first $30,000 donated. 

"This will be the fourth annual Food Bank Fill-Up event, which has generated over $100,000 for Kansas Food Banks over the last three years. Please come out and see us and help us raise $60,000 to fight hunger,” said Augustine.

Each food bank can use the funds raised during this event in their own way – whether for operating costs, perishable groceries, or other needs.

Last year, 24/7 Travel Stores donated $57,996.25 to local food banks.

 24/7 Travel Stores has 10 locations to serve guests and travelers along the Interstate 70 and Interstate 135 corridors throughout Kansas. These stores are operated by local teams that live and shop in the surrounding area.&nbsp;

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24/7 Travel Stores to match donations for local food pantries

Join us on Saturday for the 6th Annual Webster State Park Car Show that will be taking place in the Rock Point Campground. 

 Don't forget that the Friends of Webster State Park will also be hosting a&nbsp; beanbag tournament.

Saturday is a free vehicle permit day.  Camping fees are still required.

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Webster State Park annual car show is Saturday; Free vehicle permit day

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month. Sign up for a Hays Public Library card this month and be entered for a chance to win a Kindle Fire 7! 

Library cards are free and all you need to sign up is identification and proof of address.

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 </figure>September is Library Card Sign-Up Month. Sign up for a Hays Public Library card this month and be entered for a chance to win a Kindle Fire 7! Library cards are free and all you need to sign up is identification and proof of address.

You could win a Kindle Fire 7 during Library Card Sign-Up Month at Hays Public Library

Guest speaker is Lisa McGrath. RSVP requested by Sept. 23.

<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/51d97460-b135-4abb-b699-f55d3d919228">READ MORE:&nbsp;Wonder Women League sets Power of Purse fundraiser</a>

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 </figure>Guest speaker is Lisa McGrath. RSVP requested by Sept. 23.<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/51d97460-b135-4abb-b699-f55d3d919228">READ MORE:&nbsp;Wonder Women League sets Power of Purse fundraiser</a>

Power of the Purse fundraiser RSVP deadline is Sept. 23

MANHATTAN — Raising and marketing purebred livestock has never been easy, but in recent years, it has become increasingly challenging. For five weeks this fall, the Kansas Department of Agriculture (KDA) will be offering a free webinar series designed to provide more insight into innovative livestock marketing plans and strategies. The five-part webinar series will be held Wednesday evenings, from October 6 through November 3, at 7:00 p.m.

“In order to support their customers, successful seedstock operations are continually seeking improvement, whether it be the genetic quality of the livestock they are selling, or the marketing programs and services offered to customers,” said Kansas Secretary of Agriculture Mike Beam. Innovative programming and educational opportunities help Kansas’ farmers, ranchers and agribusinesses grow and expand and serve as economic engines in their communities.

Through the webinar series,&nbsp;Marketing Like a Champion, participants can expect to learn the basics of marketing strategies used in the livestock industry. Rachel Cutrer of Ranch House Designs, Inc. and B.R. Cutrer, Inc. will cover building your brand name, identifying your target customer, and building international markets. Crystal Blin of Hundred Acre Media will discuss content calendars, Facebook advertising, and strategies to grow your email list. Abram Mertz with Livestock Direct will discuss how to optimize your marketing strategy including how to transition from marketing to sales.

Registration is now open and there is no cost to participate in the webinars. Participants will register for each of the five sessions separately. Find out more and register at:&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTA5MDkuNDU2OTkyNDEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwOi8vd3d3LmFncmljdWx0dXJlLmtzLmdvdi9CdXNpbmVzc0RldmVsb3BtZW50P3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSJ9.XocNBv_rcT-YmtkD2kTaxI2yCPkYFzTkgR0IKKAHKdA/s/1377890594/br/112125157336-l" target="_blank">www.agriculture.ks.gov/BusinessDevelopment</a>.

It is the mission of KDA to support all facets of agriculture, including lending support to those who wish to market and sell livestock. For more information, contact KDA compliance education coordinator Dana Ladner at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Dana.Ladner@ks.gov" target="_blank">Dana.Ladner@ks.gov</a>&nbsp;or 785-564-6660.

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 </figure>KDAMANHATTAN — Raising and marketing purebred livestock has never been easy, but in recent years, it has become increasingly challenging. For five weeks this fall, the Kansas Department of Agriculture (KDA) will be offering a free webinar series designed to provide more insight into innovative livestock marketing plans and strategies. The five-part webinar series will be held Wednesday evenings, from October 6 through November 3, at 7:00 p.m.“In order to support their customers, successful seedstock operations are continually seeking improvement, whether it be the genetic quality of the livestock they are selling, or the marketing programs and services offered to customers,” said Kansas Secretary of Agriculture Mike Beam. Innovative programming and educational opportunities help Kansas’ farmers, ranchers and agribusinesses grow and expand and serve as economic engines in their communities.Through the webinar series,&nbsp;Marketing Like a Champion, participants can expect to learn the basics of marketing strategies used in the livestock industry. Rachel Cutrer of Ranch House Designs, Inc. and B.R. Cutrer, Inc. will cover building your brand name, identifying your target customer, and building international markets. Crystal Blin of Hundred Acre Media will discuss content calendars, Facebook advertising, and strategies to grow your email list. Abram Mertz with Livestock Direct will discuss how to optimize your marketing strategy including how to transition from marketing to sales.Registration is now open and there is no cost to participate in the webinars. Participants will register for each of the five sessions separately. Find out more and register at:&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTA5MDkuNDU2OTkyNDEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwOi8vd3d3LmFncmljdWx0dXJlLmtzLmdvdi9CdXNpbmVzc0RldmVsb3BtZW50P3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSJ9.XocNBv_rcT-YmtkD2kTaxI2yCPkYFzTkgR0IKKAHKdA/s/1377890594/br/112125157336-l" target="_blank">www.agriculture.ks.gov/BusinessDevelopment</a>.It is the mission of KDA to support all facets of agriculture, including lending support to those who wish to market and sell livestock. For more information, contact KDA compliance education coordinator Dana Ladner at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Dana.Ladner@ks.gov" target="_blank">Dana.Ladner@ks.gov</a>&nbsp;or 785-564-6660.

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