Government Surplus Commodities will be distributed in Hays at:

Unite Free Store (Inside The Gamers Guild), 200 E 8th&nbsp;Street in Hays, KS Tuesday, November 23rd, from 7:30AM-9:00AM. Commodities will be distributed on a first-come-first-serve basis until we run out.

To be eligible for commodities, your household's total monthly income must be below: $1,396 Household of one $1,888 Household of two $2,379 Household of three $2,871 Household of four $3,363 Household of five $3,855 Household of six $4,374 Household of seven $4,839 Household of eight

*Add $492 for each additional family member after eight

Commodities included in this distribution are anticipated to be: instant milk, orange juice, canned beef, raisins, peanut butter, whole tortillas, chicken legs, pumpkin, rice, and cereal.&nbsp;Contact Brandon Nimz, Unite Ministry Leader with any questions at 785-259-2539. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Future commodity distribution times will be posted at:(<a href="http://unitehays.com/index.php/hays-commodity-distribution/">https://unitehays.com/index.php/hays-commodity-distribution/</a>)

Government Surplus Commodities will be distributed in Hays at:Unite Free Store (Inside The Gamers Guild), 200 E 8th&nbsp;Street in Hays, KS Tuesday, November 23rd, from 7:30AM-9:00AM. Commodities will be distributed on a first-come-first-serve basis until we run out.Doors will not open until 7:30AM.To be eligible for commodities, your household's total monthly income must be below: $1,396 Household of one $1,888 Household of two $2,379 Household of three $2,871 Household of four $3,363 Household of five $3,855 Household of six $4,374 Household of seven $4,839 Household of eight*Add $492 for each additional family member after eightCommodities included in this distribution are anticipated to be: instant milk, orange juice, canned beef, raisins, peanut butter, whole tortillas, chicken legs, pumpkin, rice, and cereal.&nbsp;Contact Brandon Nimz, Unite Ministry Leader with any questions at 785-259-2539. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.Future commodity distribution times will be posted at:(<a href="http://unitehays.com/index.php/hays-commodity-distribution/">https://unitehays.com/index.php/hays-commodity-distribution/</a>)

Government surplus commodities will be distributed Nov. 23

TOPEKA — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has rescinded a boil water advisory for the Ellis County Rural Water District No. 1C public water supply system. The advisory was issued because of a loss of pressure in the distribution system due to a waterline break. Failure to maintain adequate pressure may result in a loss of chlorine residuals and bacterial contamination.

Public water suppliers in Kansas take all measures necessary to notify customers quickly after a system failure or shutdown. Regardless of whether it’s the supplier or KDHE that announces a boil water advisory, KDHE will issue the rescind order following testing at a certified laboratory.

Laboratory testing samples collected from Ellis County Rural Water District No. 1C indicate no evidence of bacteriological contamination and all other conditions that placed the system at risk of contamination are deemed by KDHE officials to be resolved. &nbsp;

For consumer questions, contact the water system or call KDHE at 785-296-5514. For consumer information, visit <a href="http://www.kdheks.gov/pws/emergencyresponse/water_disruption.htm">KDHE’s PWS Consumer Information webpage.</a>

KDHETOPEKA — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has rescinded a boil water advisory for the Ellis County Rural Water District No. 1C public water supply system. The advisory was issued because of a loss of pressure in the distribution system due to a waterline break. Failure to maintain adequate pressure may result in a loss of chlorine residuals and bacterial contamination.Public water suppliers in Kansas take all measures necessary to notify customers quickly after a system failure or shutdown. Regardless of whether it’s the supplier or KDHE that announces a boil water advisory, KDHE will issue the rescind order following testing at a certified laboratory.Laboratory testing samples collected from Ellis County Rural Water District No. 1C indicate no evidence of bacteriological contamination and all other conditions that placed the system at risk of contamination are deemed by KDHE officials to be resolved. &nbsp;For consumer questions, contact the water system or call KDHE at 785-296-5514. For consumer information, visit <a href="http://www.kdheks.gov/pws/emergencyresponse/water_disruption.htm">KDHE’s PWS Consumer Information webpage.</a>

Boil order for rural Ellis Co. water district rescinded

Grow Hays is accepting candidate applications for board of director
positions that will open in 2022. There will be four open positions the board will be looking to
fill.


Prospective candidates must be willing to serve a three-year term. The Grow Hays Board meets
a minimum of once a month, on the fourth Wednesdays of the month at 3:30 p.m. Board
members are occasionally asked to serve on additional committees, which meet as required.


Grow Hays is a nonprofit organization aimed at advancing the economic health and vitality of
Ellis County. Long known for its efforts to promote a robust economy through business
creation, retention, expansion, and recruitment, Grow Hays continues to develop and maintain
strong relationships with local, state, and federal organizations in an effort to bring resources
and support to businesses located in the community.


If you have any questions regarding the expectations if they are elected to the board, or the
nature of the work required of Grow Hays Board member, call Doug or Ernee at
785.628.3102.


Candidate applications are available at www.GrowHays.com or at BriefSpace, 219 W. 10th.
Deadline to apply is noon Nov. 12.


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 </figure>Grow Hays is accepting candidate applications for board of director
positions that will open in 2022. There will be four open positions the board will be looking to
fill.
Prospective candidates must be willing to serve a three-year term. The Grow Hays Board meets
a minimum of once a month, on the fourth Wednesdays of the month at 3:30 p.m. Board
members are occasionally asked to serve on additional committees, which meet as required.
Grow Hays is a nonprofit organization aimed at advancing the economic health and vitality of
Ellis County. Long known for its efforts to promote a robust economy through business
creation, retention, expansion, and recruitment, Grow Hays continues to develop and maintain
strong relationships with local, state, and federal organizations in an effort to bring resources
and support to businesses located in the community.
If you have any questions regarding the expectations if they are elected to the board, or the
nature of the work required of Grow Hays Board member, call Doug or Ernee at
785.628.3102.
Candidate applications are available at www.GrowHays.com or at BriefSpace, 219 W. 10th.
Deadline to apply is noon Nov. 12.
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Grow Hays seeks applications for board of director openings

Vet says goal is to increase number of live calves born

MANHATTAN – In anticipation of calving season, the Kansas State University Department of Animal Sciences and Industry and K-State Research and Extension are planning a series of calving schools beginning in December and continuing through January. 

The program will outline overall calving management that includes stages of the normal calving process, and tips to handle difficult calving situations. 

K-State Research and Extension beef veterinarian A.J. Tarpoff said the goals include increasing producers’ knowledge and practical skills, and the number of live calves born if they need assistance.

He said presenters will also share tips on when and how to intervene to assist the cow or heifer. They will also demonstrate proper use of calving equipment on a life-size cow and calf model. 

“Our goal is for producers to leave better prepared for calving season,” Tarpoff said. “We will discuss timelines on when to examine cows for calving problems, and when to call your vet for help if things are not going well. We will also discuss calf care early in life. It’s an excellent program regardless of experience level.” 

The meetings will have other timely educational topics, such as forage sampling/analysis, and vaccine care and handling.  

Six calving schools are planned, including:

• Wednesday. Dec. 15, 6 p.m., Fairgrounds Admin Building, Tonganoxie. RSVP to the Leavenworth Extension office at 913-364-5700, klohman@ksu.edu.

• Thursday, Dec. 16, evening, Coffey County 4-H Building, Burlington. RSVP to the Coffey County Extension office, dhenson@ksu.edu.  

• Wednesday, Jan. 5, evening, Colby Event Center. RSVP to the Thomas County Extension office, ebennigsdorf@ksu.edu.  

• Thursday, Jan. 6, evening, Kearny County Fairgrounds, Lakin. RSVP to the Kearny County Extension office, hallieanderson@ksu.edu.  

• Tuesday, Jan. 11, evening, Fairview Community Center, Fairview. RSVP to the Brown County Extension office, mayoung@ksu.edu.  

• Thursday, Jan. 13, McPherson County 4-H Building, McPherson. RSVP to smarston@ksu.edu.  

More information is available online at KSUBeef.org. 

<h2>Vet says goal is to increase number of live calves born</h2>K-State Research &amp; ExtensionMANHATTAN – In anticipation of calving season, the Kansas State University Department of Animal Sciences and Industry and K-State Research and Extension are planning a series of calving schools beginning in December and continuing through January. The program will outline overall calving management that includes stages of the normal calving process, and tips to handle difficult calving situations. K-State Research and Extension beef veterinarian A.J. Tarpoff said the goals include increasing producers’ knowledge and practical skills, and the number of live calves born if they need assistance.He said presenters will also share tips on when and how to intervene to assist the cow or heifer. They will also demonstrate proper use of calving equipment on a life-size cow and calf model. “Our goal is for producers to leave better prepared for calving season,” Tarpoff said. “We will discuss timelines on when to examine cows for calving problems, and when to call your vet for help if things are not going well. We will also discuss calf care early in life. It’s an excellent program regardless of experience level.” The meetings will have other timely educational topics, such as forage sampling/analysis, and vaccine care and handling. Six calving schools are planned, including:• Wednesday. Dec. 15, 6 p.m., Fairgrounds Admin Building, Tonganoxie. RSVP to the Leavenworth Extension office at 913-364-5700, klohman@ksu.edu.• Thursday, Dec. 16, evening, Coffey County 4-H Building, Burlington. RSVP to the Coffey County Extension office, dhenson@ksu.edu. • Wednesday, Jan. 5, evening, Colby Event Center. RSVP to the Thomas County Extension office, ebennigsdorf@ksu.edu. • Thursday, Jan. 6, evening, Kearny County Fairgrounds, Lakin. RSVP to the Kearny County Extension office, hallieanderson@ksu.edu. • Tuesday, Jan. 11, evening, Fairview Community Center, Fairview. RSVP to the Brown County Extension office, mayoung@ksu.edu. • Thursday, Jan. 13, McPherson County 4-H Building, McPherson. RSVP to smarston@ksu.edu. More information is available online at KSUBeef.org.

K-State calving school series includes stop in NW Kan.

Meeting will focus on Victoria community center proposal

PARADISE - On Saturday, November 13, the Paradise United Methodist Women will hold their 70th&nbsp;annual&nbsp;Bazaar&nbsp;and Turkey Dinner in the Paradise Auditorium on Main Street.

The&nbsp;bazaar&nbsp;features the church cookbook, handmade crafts, homemade baked items as well as candies, jellies, and other foods. All items are reasonably priced.

The&nbsp;bazaar&nbsp;opens at 10:30 a.m. and the turkey dinner begins at 10:45 a.m. The menu includes turkey and dressing with all the trimmings, including homemade rolls, pies and desserts. Carryout is also available. 

The cost of the meal is $13 for adults and kids grades 5-12, with kids grades K-4 for $6.

The event is held the first day of pheasant hunting season, providing a great meal for hunters as well as anyone else who enjoys visiting with old friends over a delicious meal at an affordable price.

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 </figure>PARADISE - On Saturday, November 13, the Paradise United Methodist Women will hold their 70th&nbsp;annual&nbsp;Bazaar&nbsp;and Turkey Dinner in the Paradise Auditorium on Main Street. The&nbsp;bazaar&nbsp;features the church cookbook, handmade crafts, homemade baked items as well as candies, jellies, and other foods. All items are reasonably priced. The&nbsp;bazaar&nbsp;opens at 10:30 a.m. and the turkey dinner begins at 10:45 a.m. The menu includes turkey and dressing with all the trimmings, including homemade rolls, pies and desserts. Carryout is also available. The cost of the meal is $13 for adults and kids grades 5-12, with kids grades K-4 for $6. The event is held the first day of pheasant hunting season, providing a great meal for hunters as well as anyone else who enjoys visiting with old friends over a delicious meal at an affordable price.

70th annual Bazaar & Turkey Dinner Nov. 13 in Paradise

Eagle Radio announcers will be scattered around the state Friday night to bring you five playoff games!

Game Day Live will begin at 101.9 The Bull at 5 p.m. Friday, followed by Trego Community High School at Meade.

Hays High at Andover will be on 96.9 KFIX, with video available at Hays Post.

Victoria will hosts Caldwell on KAYS 94.3 FM/1400 AM, and Thomas More Prep-Marian travels to Hoisington and will be broadcast on 99.5 KZ Country, with video on Hays Post.

And on Mix 103, Hoxie will play at Hill City.

Tune in on your radio or stream live via Hays Post.

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 </figure>Eagle Radio announcers will be scattered around the state Friday night to bring you five playoff games!Game Day Live will begin at 101.9 The Bull at 5 p.m. Friday, followed by Trego Community High School at Meade.Hays High at Andover will be on 96.9 KFIX, with video available at Hays Post.Victoria will hosts Caldwell on KAYS 94.3 FM/1400 AM, and Thomas More Prep-Marian travels to Hoisington and will be broadcast on 99.5 KZ Country, with video on Hays Post.And on Mix 103, Hoxie will play at Hill City.Tune in on your radio or stream live via Hays Post.

Five playoff games on tap Friday night on Eagle Radio stations

Author Roxie Yonkey will be signing her book "100 Things to Do in Kansas Before You Die" from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday at Paisley Pear Wine Bar, Bistro, and Market, 1100 Main. Buy a book at Paisley Pear or ahead of time at <a href="http://RoxieontheRoad.com/Shop">RoxieontheRoad.com/Shop</a>.

The Bricks in Downtown Hays is No. 93 in the book.

“We’ve been shopping in downtown Hays for many years,” Yonkey said, “and we’ve enjoyed watching the district grow and prosper. We discovered the Paisley Pear several years ago, and have always enjoyed eating and shopping in the unique bistro and market.

“We hope you will join us in exploring the Paisley Pear and the rest of downtown Hays.”

Yonkey has been writing about Kansas for over 30 years. The book "100 Things to Do in Kansas Before You Die" is her second book. In 2020, she co-authored the book "Midwest Road Trip Adventures." That book includes road trip guides for all 12 Midwest states. Yonkey wrote the Kansas chapter and the Black Hills section of the South Dakota chapter. 

Additional signings are scheduled throughout the state. Check the schedule at <a href="http://RoxieontheRoad.com/signings">RoxieontheRoad.com/signings</a>.

SubmittedAuthor Roxie Yonkey will be signing her book "100 Things to Do in Kansas Before You Die" from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday at Paisley Pear Wine Bar, Bistro, and Market, 1100 Main. Buy a book at Paisley Pear or ahead of time at <a href="http://RoxieontheRoad.com/Shop">RoxieontheRoad.com/Shop</a>. The Bricks in Downtown Hays is No. 93 in the book.<figure>
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 </figure>“We’ve been shopping in downtown Hays for many years,” Yonkey said, “and we’ve enjoyed watching the district grow and prosper. We discovered the Paisley Pear several years ago, and have always enjoyed eating and shopping in the unique bistro and market.“We hope you will join us in exploring the Paisley Pear and the rest of downtown Hays.”Yonkey has been writing about Kansas for over 30 years. The book "100 Things to Do in Kansas Before You Die" is her second book. In 2020, she co-authored the book "Midwest Road Trip Adventures." That book includes road trip guides for all 12 Midwest states. Yonkey wrote the Kansas chapter and the Black Hills section of the South Dakota chapter. Additional signings are scheduled throughout the state. Check the schedule at <a href="http://RoxieontheRoad.com/signings">RoxieontheRoad.com/signings</a>.

'100 Things to Do in Kansas Before You Die' will sign books in Hays

Saturday, December 18, 2021&nbsp; 12:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.

DHDC wants to provide you and your family with fun activities Downtown before and after the annual illuminated parade!

Join us at The Fox Theatre for TWO holiday movies, photos with Santa, and more! All events are FREE to attend but free-will donations will be accepted to support the Downtown Hays Development Corporation.

This event is made possible by generous donations from Astra Bank.

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 </figure>DHDCFrostfest Flicks on The BricksSaturday, December 18, 2021&nbsp; 12:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. DHDC wants to provide you and your family with fun activities Downtown before and after the annual illuminated parade!Join us at The Fox Theatre for TWO holiday movies, photos with Santa, and more! All events are FREE to attend but free-will donations will be accepted to support the Downtown Hays Development Corporation.This event is made possible by generous donations from Astra Bank.

Frostfest activities include Flicks on the Bricks

Ellis needs reindeers and elves for Polar Express

The Kiwanis Club of Hays will have a Veterans/Military Appreciation luncheon on Thursday at Rose Garden Banquet Hall &amp; Catering. 

The event will be held at the Rose Garden Banquet Hall &amp; Catering, and all veterans and active military will be treated to a complimentary meal. Lunch will be ready to serve at 11:30 a.m. with the program beginning at noon.&nbsp;

Veterans and military are encouraged to RSVP by Wednesday by calling 785-650-2196 or email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sarah@hayschamber.com">sarah@hayschamber.com</a>.

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 </figure>News releaseThe Kiwanis Club of Hays will have a Veterans/Military Appreciation luncheon on Thursday at Rose Garden Banquet Hall &amp; Catering. The event will be held at the Rose Garden Banquet Hall &amp; Catering, and all veterans and active military will be treated to a complimentary meal. Lunch will be ready to serve at 11:30 a.m. with the program beginning at noon.&nbsp;Veterans and military are encouraged to RSVP by Wednesday by calling 785-650-2196 or email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sarah@hayschamber.com">sarah@hayschamber.com</a>.

Kiwanis invites veterans, active military to free lunch

TOPEKA –&nbsp;The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has issued a boil water advisory for&nbsp;Ellis County&nbsp;Rural&nbsp;Water&nbsp;District No.&nbsp;1C public water supply system.&nbsp;This does not include the City of Hays.&nbsp;This advisory is not related to COVID-19.&nbsp;

&nbsp;Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice:&nbsp;

The advisory took effect on&nbsp;November 2&nbsp;and will remain in effect until the conditions that placed the system at risk of bacterial contamination are resolved. KDHE issued the advisory because of a loss of pressure in the distribution system&nbsp;due to a waterline break. Failure to maintain adequate pressure may result in a loss of chlorine residuals and bacterial contamination.&nbsp;

Regardless of whether the public water supplier or KDHE announced a boil water advisory, only KDHE can issue the rescind order following testing at a certified laboratory.&nbsp;

For consumer questions, contact the water system or KDHE at 785-296-5514.&nbsp;For consumer information, visit KDHE’s PWS Consumer Information webpage:&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTExMDIuNDgyOTMyODEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwOi8vd3d3LmtkaGVrcy5nb3YvcHdzL2VtZXJnZW5jeXJlc3BvbnNlL3dhdGVyX2Rpc3J1cHRpb24uaHRtP3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSJ9.uYctuBFRB4vIdEy4OBVlH73FOVfHI5oQSQJw_YO2QuQ/s/1305913623/br/116542971830-l" target="_blank">http://www.kdheks.gov/pws/emergencyresponse/water_disruption.htm</a>&nbsp;

Restaurants and other food establishments that have questions about the impact of the boil water advisory on their business can contact the Kansas Department of Agriculture’s food safety &amp; lodging program at&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="mailto:kda.fsl@ks.gov" target="_blank">kda.fsl@ks.gov</a>&nbsp;or call 785-564-6767.&nbsp;

KDHETOPEKA –&nbsp;The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has issued a boil water advisory for&nbsp;Ellis County&nbsp;Rural&nbsp;Water&nbsp;District No.&nbsp;1C public water supply system.&nbsp;This does not include the City of Hays.&nbsp;This advisory is not related to COVID-19.&nbsp;&nbsp;Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice:&nbsp;<ul>
 <li>If your tap water appears dirty, flush the water lines by letting the water run until it clears.</li><li>Boil water for one minute prior to drinking or food preparation or use bottled water.</li><li>Dispose of ice cubes and do not use ice from a household automatic ice maker.</li><li>Disinfect dishes and other food contact surfaces by immersion for at least one minute in clean tap water that contains one teaspoon of unscented household bleach per gallon of water.</li><li>Water used for bathing does not generally need to be boiled. Supervision of children is necessary while bathing so that water is not ingested. Persons with cuts or severe rashes may wish to consult their physicians.</li>
 </ul>The advisory took effect on&nbsp;November 2&nbsp;and will remain in effect until the conditions that placed the system at risk of bacterial contamination are resolved. KDHE issued the advisory because of a loss of pressure in the distribution system&nbsp;due to a waterline break. Failure to maintain adequate pressure may result in a loss of chlorine residuals and bacterial contamination.&nbsp;Regardless of whether the public water supplier or KDHE announced a boil water advisory, only KDHE can issue the rescind order following testing at a certified laboratory.&nbsp;For consumer questions, contact the water system or KDHE at 785-296-5514.&nbsp;For consumer information, visit KDHE’s PWS Consumer Information webpage:&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTExMDIuNDgyOTMyODEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwOi8vd3d3LmtkaGVrcy5nb3YvcHdzL2VtZXJnZW5jeXJlc3BvbnNlL3dhdGVyX2Rpc3J1cHRpb24uaHRtP3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSJ9.uYctuBFRB4vIdEy4OBVlH73FOVfHI5oQSQJw_YO2QuQ/s/1305913623/br/116542971830-l" target="_blank">http://www.kdheks.gov/pws/emergencyresponse/water_disruption.htm</a>&nbsp;Restaurants and other food establishments that have questions about the impact of the boil water advisory on their business can contact the Kansas Department of Agriculture’s food safety &amp; lodging program at&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="mailto:kda.fsl@ks.gov" target="_blank">kda.fsl@ks.gov</a>&nbsp;or call 785-564-6767.&nbsp;

Boil order issued for rural Ellis Co. water district

TOPEKA — The Kansas Department of Transportation is announcing a Request for Proposals to install electric vehicle charging stations along the state’s most traveled highways.

Included is Interstate 70 in the areas of Oakley/Grainfield/Grinnell, WaKeeney and Russell.

This RFP is the next step toward administering approximately $2 million of the state’s allocation of Volkswagen Mitigation Trust funds dedicated to the installation of DC Fast Charging (DCFC) stations. KDOT has currently identified 12 priority locations to improve public access to charging stations every 50 miles along primary corridors.

&nbsp;&nbsp;Priority EV DCFC charging station locations (within five miles of corridor exit):

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I-70 – Oakley/Grainfield/Grinnell area

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I-70 – WaKeeney

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I-70 – Russell

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I-70 – Ellsworth/U.S. 156 exit

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I-70 – Abilene to Junction City area

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I-70 – Manhattan to Paxico area

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I-35 – Ottawa

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I-35 – Emporia

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I-35 – Cassoday to Matfield-Green area

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I-35 – Belle Plaine – Wellington Area

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I-135 – Newton/North Newton

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; U.S. 81 – Concordia

All interested parties can attend a virtual pre-proposal call on Tuesday, Nov. 2, from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. CDT. Register in advance for the call by&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTEwMjguNDgwMjY1ODEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3pvb20udXMvbWVldGluZy9yZWdpc3Rlci90SkVyZnV5dnJEc2pFdEotTWFXSXVZemgtd2Q2MUpCZWZrbVIuP3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSJ9.E7Ct16L7-rs7-Z0mrzC68d2j_GcQoCyLMpghY8EzLa4/s/1410649012/br/114892349947-l" target="_blank">clicking here</a>. A confirmation email will provide details to join the meeting.

KDOT issued a request for information (RFI) in September for feedback and input to help develop this RFP and program criteria for awarding funds. Responses resulted in the following key changes:

Email questions about the RFP by 5 p.m. on Nov. 10 to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:kdot.designcontracts@ks.gov" target="_blank">kdot.designcontracts@ks.gov</a>.

Responses to questions received by the deadline will be posted by Nov. 16 at&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTEwMjguNDgwMjY1ODEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5rc2RvdC5vcmcvZGVzY29ucy5hc3A_dXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNlPWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5In0.UROCa8vaME9isznLoUK3CCKZDIM3wJRlAAHuqCuwclQ/s/1410649012/br/114892349947-l" target="_blank">https://www.ksdot.org/descons.asp</a>. Responses to this RFP must be emailed to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:kdot.designcontracts@ks.gov" target="_blank">kdot.designcontracts@ks.gov</a>&nbsp;by 5 p.m. on Dec. 15.

The full RFP is in the Kansas Register:&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTEwMjguNDgwMjY1ODEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3Nvcy5rcy5nb3YvcHVibGljYXRpb25zL1JlZ2lzdGVyL1ZvbHVtZS00MC9Jc3N1ZS00Mi1PY3RvYmVyLTI4LTIwMjEuaHRtbD91dG1fbWVkaXVtPWVtYWlsJnV0bV9zb3VyY2U9Z292ZGVsaXZlcnkifQ.1PPN8KoTycIudzlifPVZrMZz4TuJ_ySOzvPfvlATx1c/s/1410649012/br/114892349947-l" target="_blank">https://sos.ks.gov/publications/Register/Volume-40/Issue-42-October-28-2021.html</a>&nbsp;For more information on the EV Charging program and to download an application form, go to:&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTEwMjguNDgwMjY1ODEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5rc2RvdC5vcmcvZGVzY29ucy5hc3A_dXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNlPWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5In0.UVvpQKA37ssiMoIH3Nf-4ywqkz7n1UByJNRF29D3k2A/s/1410649012/br/114892349947-l" target="_blank">https://www.ksdot.org/descons.asp</a>.

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 </figure>KDOTTOPEKA — The Kansas Department of Transportation is announcing a Request for Proposals to install electric vehicle charging stations along the state’s most traveled highways.Included is Interstate 70 in the areas of Oakley/Grainfield/Grinnell, WaKeeney and Russell.This RFP is the next step toward administering approximately $2 million of the state’s allocation of Volkswagen Mitigation Trust funds dedicated to the installation of DC Fast Charging (DCFC) stations. KDOT has currently identified 12 priority locations to improve public access to charging stations every 50 miles along primary corridors.&nbsp;&nbsp;Priority EV DCFC charging station locations (within five miles of corridor exit):·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I-70 – Oakley/Grainfield/Grinnell area·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I-70 – WaKeeney·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I-70 – Russell·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I-70 – Ellsworth/U.S. 156 exit·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I-70 – Abilene to Junction City area·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I-70 – Manhattan to Paxico area·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I-35 – Ottawa·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I-35 – Emporia·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I-35 – Cassoday to Matfield-Green area·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I-35 – Belle Plaine – Wellington Area·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I-135 – Newton/North Newton·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; U.S. 81 – ConcordiaAll interested parties can attend a virtual pre-proposal call on Tuesday, Nov. 2, from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. CDT. Register in advance for the call by&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTEwMjguNDgwMjY1ODEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3pvb20udXMvbWVldGluZy9yZWdpc3Rlci90SkVyZnV5dnJEc2pFdEotTWFXSXVZemgtd2Q2MUpCZWZrbVIuP3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSJ9.E7Ct16L7-rs7-Z0mrzC68d2j_GcQoCyLMpghY8EzLa4/s/1410649012/br/114892349947-l" target="_blank">clicking here</a>. A confirmation email will provide details to join the meeting.KDOT issued a request for information (RFI) in September for feedback and input to help develop this RFP and program criteria for awarding funds. Responses resulted in the following key changes:<ul>
 <li>Applicants responding to this RFP are not required to have responded to the RFI.</li><li>Charging capacity requirements have lowered with scaled scoring criteria.</li><li>Application due date is extended to Dec. 15.</li>
 </ul>Email questions about the RFP by 5 p.m. on Nov. 10 to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:kdot.designcontracts@ks.gov" target="_blank">kdot.designcontracts@ks.gov</a>.Responses to questions received by the deadline will be posted by Nov. 16 at&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTEwMjguNDgwMjY1ODEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5rc2RvdC5vcmcvZGVzY29ucy5hc3A_dXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNlPWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5In0.UROCa8vaME9isznLoUK3CCKZDIM3wJRlAAHuqCuwclQ/s/1410649012/br/114892349947-l" target="_blank">https://www.ksdot.org/descons.asp</a>. Responses to this RFP must be emailed to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:kdot.designcontracts@ks.gov" target="_blank">kdot.designcontracts@ks.gov</a>&nbsp;by 5 p.m. on Dec. 15.The full RFP is in the Kansas Register:&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTEwMjguNDgwMjY1ODEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3Nvcy5rcy5nb3YvcHVibGljYXRpb25zL1JlZ2lzdGVyL1ZvbHVtZS00MC9Jc3N1ZS00Mi1PY3RvYmVyLTI4LTIwMjEuaHRtbD91dG1fbWVkaXVtPWVtYWlsJnV0bV9zb3VyY2U9Z292ZGVsaXZlcnkifQ.1PPN8KoTycIudzlifPVZrMZz4TuJ_ySOzvPfvlATx1c/s/1410649012/br/114892349947-l" target="_blank">https://sos.ks.gov/publications/Register/Volume-40/Issue-42-October-28-2021.html</a>&nbsp;For more information on the EV Charging program and to download an application form, go to:&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTEwMjguNDgwMjY1ODEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5rc2RvdC5vcmcvZGVzY29ucy5hc3A_dXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNlPWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5In0.UVvpQKA37ssiMoIH3Nf-4ywqkz7n1UByJNRF29D3k2A/s/1410649012/br/114892349947-l" target="_blank">https://www.ksdot.org/descons.asp</a>.

KDOT plan calls for electric vehicle charging stations in NW Kan.

Fort Hays State University’s chapter of the American
Democracy Project is partnering with the Fort Hays State University Foundation
to host a Times Talk regarding elder abuse.

&nbsp;This event will be
held on Nov. 16 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. in the Memorial Union’s
Stouffer Lounge. 

Elder abuse experts Jennifer Walters, attorney and partner,
and Aimee Kroeger, care coordinator, from Clinkscales Law Office of Hays, will
present information regarding the nature of elder abuse and methods of
combating it. Light refreshments will be served. 

The American Democracy Project and political science department
would like to thank the Fort Hays State University Foundation, Clinkscales Law
Office and the New York Times for their assistance and support of this event. 

For more information, contact the FHSU political science
department at (785) 628-4425 or ekburrows@mail.fhsu.edu.

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 </figure>SubmittedFort Hays State University’s chapter of the American
Democracy Project is partnering with the Fort Hays State University Foundation
to host a Times Talk regarding elder abuse.&nbsp;This event will be
held on Nov. 16 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. in the Memorial Union’s
Stouffer Lounge. Elder abuse experts Jennifer Walters, attorney and partner,
and Aimee Kroeger, care coordinator, from Clinkscales Law Office of Hays, will
present information regarding the nature of elder abuse and methods of
combating it. Light refreshments will be served. The American Democracy Project and political science department
would like to thank the Fort Hays State University Foundation, Clinkscales Law
Office and the New York Times for their assistance and support of this event. For more information, contact the FHSU political science
department at (785) 628-4425 or ekburrows@mail.fhsu.edu.

Elder abuse is topic of Nov. 16 Times Talk 

Anyone interested can email Deputy Travis Wixom at <a href="mailto:twixom@tregocountysheriff.com">twixom@tregocountysheriff.com</a>.

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 </figure>Anyone interested can email Deputy Travis Wixom at <a href="mailto:twixom@tregocountysheriff.com">twixom@tregocountysheriff.com</a>.

Trego Co. law enforcement recruiting public safety cadets

· November 6th, 2021 · Ellis County Fairgrounds · Doors open at 5pm · Tickets price - $60 per couple, $50 single

· Doors open at 5 pm with silent auction, games, and cocktails, dinner at 6:30, and live auction at 8pm · Tickets can purchase online <a href="https://ducksunlimited.myeventscenter.com/event/Hays-Banquet-52392">HERE</a> or purchased in person at Miracle Ear in Hays.

· Enjoy a delicious BBQ, dinner, open bar, and a great time. Lots of chances to win artwork, prints, furniture, décor, ladies table, and seventeen guns available to win!!

Longtime DU Committee Member Mark Maskus says, “You can’t beat this deal.  For just $60 per couple, you get dinner, drinks, and a darn good time.  It is a perfect date night.  The Ladies are excited about the great prizes on the Ladies Table, and the guys are excited about the 17 guns that will be won during the night.  Don’t miss out.”

· Contact John Lang for more information at (785) 650-1543

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Sewer line cleaning in east Hays begins Monday

Fun & Fitness Senior Style with HRC & FHSU HHP 

Smith Center Lions Club annual pancake feed is Nov. 13

The Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's will be in Hays this weekend

• October 30, Municipal Park, Downtown HaysWalk route is open from 9 to 11 a.m. Promise Garden Flower Ceremony is at 10 a.m.

The Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's will be in Hays this weekend• October 30, Municipal Park, Downtown HaysWalk route is open from 9 to 11 a.m. Promise Garden Flower Ceremony is at 10 a.m.<a href="http://act.alz.org/hays">act.alz.org/hays</a>— Submitted

Walk to End Alzheimer's is Saturday in Hays

Beginning Monday, November 1, 16th Street in Hays will be closed to through traffic between Oak Street and Pine Street for reconstruction. 

This work will take several weeks to complete.

All vehicles parked on the east half of 16th Street between Pine and Oak must be removed by 8:00 a.m. on November 1. 

For questions, contact the Office of Project Management at 1-785-628-7350 or J Corp Construction at 1-785-628-8101.

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 </figure>City of HaysBeginning Monday, November 1, 16th Street in Hays will be closed to through traffic between Oak Street and Pine Street for reconstruction. This work will take several weeks to complete.All vehicles parked on the east half of 16th Street between Pine and Oak must be removed by 8:00 a.m. on November 1. For questions, contact the Office of Project Management at 1-785-628-7350 or J Corp Construction at 1-785-628-8101.

Vehicles must be removed from portion of E. 16th for reconstruction beginning Monday

Hays' Lifetime Dental Care, 2701 Sternberg Drive, will host a candy buy back from 2 to 5 p.m. Monday.

Children will receive $1 per pound of candy up to $10. 

The candy will be redistributed to active military members, veterans and first responders through the Operation Gratitude program.

The program does not accept powdered candies, such as Pixie Stix. All candy must be unopened.

Children will have the opportunity to write or draw thank you notes to the candy recipients.

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 </figure>SubmittedHays' Lifetime Dental Care, 2701 Sternberg Drive, will host a candy buy back from 2 to 5 p.m. Monday.Children will receive $1 per pound of candy up to $10. The candy will be redistributed to active military members, veterans and first responders through the Operation Gratitude program.The program does not accept powdered candies, such as Pixie Stix. All candy must be unopened.Children will have the opportunity to write or draw thank you notes to the candy recipients.

Lifetime Dental in Hays sponsors Halloween candy buy back

This year is the 50 year anniversary of Ellis County
Historical Society’s incorporation. We look forward to honoring those who
started ECHS and reminisce about the years since.

&nbsp;Consider this your
invitation, no need to RSVP!

A come and go celebration will take place in our Historic
Stone Church. Various speakers will present topics relevant to Ellis County
history including early fort history, Buffalo Bill and Louisa Cody, the figure
of Jim Curry, Charles Sternberg, early German settlement, Union Pacific and
many others followed by Q&amp;A. Gunfighters hold reenactments and start the
event at 10am, holding new fight on the hour until 4pm. Refreshments will be
served, stop by just to say hi or stay for the afternoon. All three out
buildings will be open for touring as well.

&nbsp;Then join us that
evening for the party and dance from 7:30 pm—midnight at the Hays Area Theatre building, 121 E. Eighth. NO DOOR
CHARGE! Snack concessions and cocktails will be available for purchase. The
drawing for our 50th Anniversary Raffle will be held at 8:30 pm (need not be
present to win). Dance the evening away to Polka and Country Music.

&nbsp;For more information or
to purchase raffle tickets, email director@echshays.org or call
785-628-2624.

SubmittedThis year is the 50 year anniversary of Ellis County
Historical Society’s incorporation. We look forward to honoring those who
started ECHS and reminisce about the years since.&nbsp;Consider this your
invitation, no need to RSVP!&nbsp;10:00 am—4:00 pm, Nov. 6A come and go celebration will take place in our Historic
Stone Church. Various speakers will present topics relevant to Ellis County
history including early fort history, Buffalo Bill and Louisa Cody, the figure
of Jim Curry, Charles Sternberg, early German settlement, Union Pacific and
many others followed by Q&amp;A. Gunfighters hold reenactments and start the
event at 10am, holding new fight on the hour until 4pm. Refreshments will be
served, stop by just to say hi or stay for the afternoon. All three out
buildings will be open for touring as well.&nbsp;Then join us that
evening for the party and dance from 7:30 pm—midnight at the Hays Area Theatre building, 121 E. Eighth. NO DOOR
CHARGE! Snack concessions and cocktails will be available for purchase. The
drawing for our 50th Anniversary Raffle will be held at 8:30 pm (need not be
present to win). Dance the evening away to Polka and Country Music.&nbsp;For more information or
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Society's 50th anniversary will celebrate Ellis Co. history

<a href="https://5il.co/10up0">Click here to read the latest edition of the Monarch Messenger</a>&nbsp;from Thomas More Prep-Marian.

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Read the latest edition of the Monarch Messenger

The Hays Symphony at Fort Hays State University will be presenting&nbsp;Creepy Classics: A Children’s Halloween Concert, featuring loud noises, creepy sounds and the scary stories music can tell, on Sunday, October 31, 2021, 2:30 p.m. in the FHSU Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center. The ensemble is under the direction of Dr. Brian Buckstead, assistant professor of violin and viola at FHSU.

The program features&nbsp;Danse Macabre&nbsp;by Camille Saint-Saens,&nbsp;Night on Bald Mountain, by Modest Mussorgsky,&nbsp;In the Hall of the Mountain King from Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, by Edward Grieg,&nbsp;Suite from Psycho, by Bernard Herrmann,&nbsp;March to the Scaffold from Symphonie Fantastique, by Hector Berlioz, and&nbsp;Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone Suite, by John Williams.

In addition, a host of music and Halloween themed pre-concert activities will be offered starting at 1:30 p.m.

 “We think it’s important for kids to get their hands on instruments and to make connections between the music they’re hearing and how it’s created,” said Buckstead.

Symphony musicians and members of the FHSU Chapter of the National Association for Music Education will assist with pre-concert activities which include:

· &nbsp;Spooky Music Tour—costumed statues come to life playing clips of the scariest sounds and music kids will hear in the concert

· &nbsp;Drumming Circle—bongos, tam-tams, and other rhythm devices for making lots of loud noise

· &nbsp;String Instrument Petting Zoo—hands-on guided experimenting with violins, violas and cellos

· &nbsp;In the Hall of the Mountain King—tiptoe past the troll….run for your life in this retelling of the Mountain King story full of music, story and action

· &nbsp;Meet the Family: Winds &amp; Brass—flutes, trumpets, tubas, clarinets and more. FHSU students demonstrate their instruments from the wind and brass families

· &nbsp;Creepy Arts and Crafts—create a variety of Halloween characters and props with a treasure box of arts supplies

· &nbsp;Halloween Costume Parade—follow the brass leaders as costumed children parade around Beach-Schmidt and into the auditorium for the start of the concert

· &nbsp;Free Trick-or-Treat Bags to the first 250 kids

The concert and treats are sponsored by a generous donation from Werth Wealth Management.

All Hays Symphony concerts are free and open to the public. 

Attendees are encouraged to reserve tickets in advance on the symphony’s web site. Tickets may also be picked up in advance at the Hays Convention Visitors Bureau and the Downtown Hays Development Corporation, or at the symphony table in the lobby 30 minutes before the performance

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 </figure>SubmittedThe Hays Symphony at Fort Hays State University will be presenting&nbsp;Creepy Classics: A Children’s Halloween Concert, featuring loud noises, creepy sounds and the scary stories music can tell, on Sunday, October 31, 2021, 2:30 p.m. in the FHSU Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center. The ensemble is under the direction of Dr. Brian Buckstead, assistant professor of violin and viola at FHSU.The program features&nbsp;Danse Macabre&nbsp;by Camille Saint-Saens,&nbsp;Night on Bald Mountain, by Modest Mussorgsky,&nbsp;In the Hall of the Mountain King from Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, by Edward Grieg,&nbsp;Suite from Psycho, by Bernard Herrmann,&nbsp;March to the Scaffold from Symphonie Fantastique, by Hector Berlioz, and&nbsp;Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone Suite, by John Williams.In addition, a host of music and Halloween themed pre-concert activities will be offered starting at 1:30 p.m. “We think it’s important for kids to get their hands on instruments and to make connections between the music they’re hearing and how it’s created,” said Buckstead.Symphony musicians and members of the FHSU Chapter of the National Association for Music Education will assist with pre-concert activities which include:· &nbsp;Spooky Music Tour—costumed statues come to life playing clips of the scariest sounds and music kids will hear in the concert· &nbsp;Drumming Circle—bongos, tam-tams, and other rhythm devices for making lots of loud noise· &nbsp;String Instrument Petting Zoo—hands-on guided experimenting with violins, violas and cellos· &nbsp;In the Hall of the Mountain King—tiptoe past the troll….run for your life in this retelling of the Mountain King story full of music, story and action· &nbsp;Meet the Family: Winds &amp; Brass—flutes, trumpets, tubas, clarinets and more. FHSU students demonstrate their instruments from the wind and brass families· &nbsp;Creepy Arts and Crafts—create a variety of Halloween characters and props with a treasure box of arts supplies· &nbsp;Halloween Costume Parade—follow the brass leaders as costumed children parade around Beach-Schmidt and into the auditorium for the start of the concert· &nbsp;Free Trick-or-Treat Bags to the first 250 kidsThe concert and treats are sponsored by a generous donation from Werth Wealth Management.All Hays Symphony concerts are free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to reserve tickets in advance on the symphony’s web site. Tickets may also be picked up in advance at the Hays Convention Visitors Bureau and the Downtown Hays Development Corporation, or at the symphony table in the lobby 30 minutes before the performance

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