OAKLEY - A fun fall festival with activities for the whole family. Corn toss, face painting, wagon rides, petting zoo, and more! 

Cornhole tournaments begin at 1 p.m. for youth (with prizes) and competitive adult (with cash). 

For schedule visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.buffalobilloakley.org/annual-events/oakley-fall-festival?fbclid=IwAR3YXOBRswYiPFS1HS61_USJbjIyrYiT58lEbBQMg51jaPDjJxxBz1w1OF0" target="_blank">https://www.buffalobilloakley.org/.../oakley-fall-festival</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Plans underway for Oakley Fall Festival

Want in on a little <a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/secret?__eep__=6&amp;__cft__[0]=AZXKbIYwW74SmtzZW8-jKQVtYNTbjhslIrKwv01ebCX6MQ2gYegI3MPyi0Kyh9JvuZfjcD-uOkOE1w7Wb8irZ6lLaWVwJ9S7r7xVLAdUgI9ErGuk-oxLzzHanZeWLD3AGau6iu9eKrLdULB-CBwV1y8ADZbR5p71oICjjA_7jFQXOXf2FAXH2UgpBSiEm-v5XRxEow7Ry6nfJO188eYsVPKv&amp;__tn__=*NK-y-R">#secret</a>? We are offering a financial class where you can learn how to manage your money, and ways to get through the month without worrying about paying bills, or final notices. Empower yourself by taking control of your finances!

Class begins on August 11th! Call 785-625-4202 for more info. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/financialclass?__eep__=6&amp;__cft__[0]=AZXKbIYwW74SmtzZW8-jKQVtYNTbjhslIrKwv01ebCX6MQ2gYegI3MPyi0Kyh9JvuZfjcD-uOkOE1w7Wb8irZ6lLaWVwJ9S7r7xVLAdUgI9ErGuk-oxLzzHanZeWLD3AGau6iu9eKrLdULB-CBwV1y8ADZbR5p71oICjjA_7jFQXOXf2FAXH2UgpBSiEm-v5XRxEow7Ry6nfJO188eYsVPKv&amp;__tn__=*NK-y-R">#financialclass</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/budget?__eep__=6&amp;__cft__[0]=AZXKbIYwW74SmtzZW8-jKQVtYNTbjhslIrKwv01ebCX6MQ2gYegI3MPyi0Kyh9JvuZfjcD-uOkOE1w7Wb8irZ6lLaWVwJ9S7r7xVLAdUgI9ErGuk-oxLzzHanZeWLD3AGau6iu9eKrLdULB-CBwV1y8ADZbR5p71oICjjA_7jFQXOXf2FAXH2UgpBSiEm-v5XRxEow7Ry6nfJO188eYsVPKv&amp;__tn__=*NK-y-R">#budget</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/money?__eep__=6&amp;__cft__[0]=AZXKbIYwW74SmtzZW8-jKQVtYNTbjhslIrKwv01ebCX6MQ2gYegI3MPyi0Kyh9JvuZfjcD-uOkOE1w7Wb8irZ6lLaWVwJ9S7r7xVLAdUgI9ErGuk-oxLzzHanZeWLD3AGau6iu9eKrLdULB-CBwV1y8ADZbR5p71oICjjA_7jFQXOXf2FAXH2UgpBSiEm-v5XRxEow7Ry6nfJO188eYsVPKv&amp;__tn__=*NK-y-R">#money</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/empowerment?__eep__=6&amp;__cft__[0]=AZXKbIYwW74SmtzZW8-jKQVtYNTbjhslIrKwv01ebCX6MQ2gYegI3MPyi0Kyh9JvuZfjcD-uOkOE1w7Wb8irZ6lLaWVwJ9S7r7xVLAdUgI9ErGuk-oxLzzHanZeWLD3AGau6iu9eKrLdULB-CBwV1y8ADZbR5p71oICjjA_7jFQXOXf2FAXH2UgpBSiEm-v5XRxEow7Ry6nfJO188eYsVPKv&amp;__tn__=*NK-y-R">#empowerment</a>

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OPTIONS offers financial course in Hays on how to boost your budget

Be an earth detective! Come discover the secrets of earth's past! Complete the fun activities to win prizes. Video chat with the scientists on board the JOIDES Resolution.

Participation in this event is included in regular admission fees. No reservations are required. Check our website&nbsp;<a href="https://sternberg.fhsu.edu/news/2022/be-an-earth-detective.html?fbclid=IwAR14UHbL40Bw3elFzsnCa3wqYr2udFefcMZ8wXVAI5Md634h46SseBp__GE" target="_blank">https://sternberg.fhsu.edu/.../be-an-earth-detective.html</a>&nbsp; &nbsp; for more details.

Saturday, August 6th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Be an earth detective with Hays Sternberg Museum this Saturday

Two Union Pacific Railroad crossings on U.S. 83 and K-25 will temporarily close for repairs this week.

The first closure will occur Aug. 2 and 3 on the crossing located on U.S. 83 near Oakley. Upon completion of those repairs, Union Pacific will close the crossing located on K-25 between U.S. 40 and I-70 Aug. 4 and 5. The Kansas Department of Transportation will close U.S. 83 and K-25 in both directions at the crossings while the repairs are being completed.

Through traffic will be detoured on I-70 and U.S. 40. Union Pacific and their traffic control subcontractor will oversee the crossing repairs and detour signing.

KDOTTwo Union Pacific Railroad crossings on U.S. 83 and K-25 will temporarily close for repairs this week.The first closure will occur Aug. 2 and 3 on the crossing located on U.S. 83 near Oakley. Upon completion of those repairs, Union Pacific will close the crossing located on K-25 between U.S. 40 and I-70 Aug. 4 and 5. The Kansas Department of Transportation will close U.S. 83 and K-25 in both directions at the crossings while the repairs are being completed.Through traffic will be detoured on I-70 and U.S. 40. Union Pacific and their traffic control subcontractor will oversee the crossing repairs and detour signing.

U.S. 83, K-25 railroad crossings to close for repairs

&nbsp;FHSU University Communications

Businesses and organizations in northwest Kansas can now apply for a spring or summer 2023 intern from Fort Hays State University through the FHSU/Dane G. Hansen Internship program.

A Dane G. Hansen Foundation grant made 25 paid internships possible for next spring and summer. Applications from employers will be accepted through Sept. 16.

Eligible employers must be located in the Hansen Foundation’s 26-county service area: the block of counties stretching from the Cheyenne-Wallace County area east to include the Republic-Saline County area, including Ellsworth County. However, students do not have to be from the northwest Kansas area to apply.

A participating employer invests $500 toward the student intern’s wages, and the Hansen Foundation grant provides the remaining funding. Each internship is for one semester or summer. Spring interns will work 240 hours, and summer interns will work 300 hours.

“We’re grateful for the Dane G. Hansen Foundation’s continued support of this program,” said Lisa Karlin, internship career advisor. “It provides employers access to new talent and allows students to gain professional work experience through internships.”

Interested employers should go to the Career Services page on the FHSU website at <a href="https://www.fhsu.edu/career/employers/hansen-internship-program">fhsu.edu/career/employers/hansen-internship-program</a> to learn more about the program and complete the application. The employer must also provide a detailed job description for the internship.

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 </figure>&nbsp;FHSU University CommunicationsBusinesses and organizations in northwest Kansas can now apply for a spring or summer 2023 intern from Fort Hays State University through the FHSU/Dane G. Hansen Internship program.A Dane G. Hansen Foundation grant made 25 paid internships possible for next spring and summer. Applications from employers will be accepted through Sept. 16.Eligible employers must be located in the Hansen Foundation’s 26-county service area: the block of counties stretching from the Cheyenne-Wallace County area east to include the Republic-Saline County area, including Ellsworth County. However, students do not have to be from the northwest Kansas area to apply.<figure>
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 </figure>A participating employer invests $500 toward the student intern’s wages, and the Hansen Foundation grant provides the remaining funding. Each internship is for one semester or summer. Spring interns will work 240 hours, and summer interns will work 300 hours.“We’re grateful for the Dane G. Hansen Foundation’s continued support of this program,” said Lisa Karlin, internship career advisor. “It provides employers access to new talent and allows students to gain professional work experience through internships.”Interested employers should go to the Career Services page on the FHSU website at <a href="https://www.fhsu.edu/career/employers/hansen-internship-program">fhsu.edu/career/employers/hansen-internship-program</a> to learn more about the program and complete the application. The employer must also provide a detailed job description for the internship.

Employer applications now open for FHSU Hansen interns

By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays Post

The Hays Salvation Army has fans to give away thanks to a donation from Westlake Ace Hardware in Hays and their customers.

During the month of June, Ace offered a purchase round-up to help raise money to buy fans for the Salvation Army.

Ace was able to purchase 48 fans with the proceeds from the fundraiser. 

In addition, two local boys saved their money to purchase two fans to donate to the project.

The fans are for low-income families and individuals in Ellis County. You can receive one of the box fans every three years.

If you are in need of a fan, contact Julie Smith at the Salvation Army at 785-621-2794 to set an appointment. Please leave a message if Smith does not answer. She is available Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

The fans are available now until they are gone.

The annual fan giveaway has been very popular. This is the fourth year Smith has headed the program, and every year she gives out all the donated fans, she said.

"Sometimes moving air keeps you cool if you just get that breeze," she said.

By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays PostThe Hays Salvation Army has fans to give away thanks to a donation from Westlake Ace Hardware in Hays and their customers.During the month of June, Ace offered a purchase round-up to help raise money to buy fans for the Salvation Army.Ace was able to purchase 48 fans with the proceeds from the fundraiser. In addition, two local boys saved their money to purchase two fans to donate to the project.The fans are for low-income families and individuals in Ellis County. You can receive one of the box fans every three years. If you are in need of a fan, contact Julie Smith at the Salvation Army at 785-621-2794 to set an appointment. Please leave a message if Smith does not answer. She is available Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. You will need to bring proof of income.The fans are available now until they are gone. The annual fan giveaway has been very popular. This is the fourth year Smith has headed the program, and every year she gives out all the donated fans, she said. "Sometimes moving air keeps you cool if you just get that breeze," she said. Smith thanked Ace for its donation.

Salvation Army offers free fans to those in need thanks to Ace donation

Osborne County events in August 

Luray Fire Dept. golf tourney fundraiser set for Aug. 7

QUINTER- Are you ready to enhance soil health, improve water quality, support wildlife, and receive economic benefits?

The Kansas Association of Conservation Districts (KACD) is the recipient of a grant in partnership with ADM and others that will support implementation of cover crops and provide assistance of $10 per acre.

Contact the Gove County Conservation District office at 785-938-2270 x3 or linda.phillips@ks.nacdnet.net for more information about this new opportunity.

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 </figure>News releaseQUINTER- Are you ready to enhance soil health, improve water quality, support wildlife, and receive economic benefits?The Kansas Association of Conservation Districts (KACD) is the recipient of a grant in partnership with ADM and others that will support implementation of cover crops and provide assistance of $10 per acre.Contact the Gove County Conservation District office at 785-938-2270 x3 or linda.phillips@ks.nacdnet.net for more information about this new opportunity.

Kansas Climate Smart Initiative offers $$ to support cover crop implementation

Due to decreasing water levels at Cedar Bluff State Park, the Cove 1 Boat Ramp, located west of the Northside Fish Cleaning Station is now CLOSED to all large watercraft. 

 Large watercraft are encouraged to use the Overland Boat Ramp until conditions improve. 

 The Cove 1 Boat Ramp can still be used for small watercraft, such as kayaks and paddle boards.

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 </figure>KDWPDue to decreasing water levels at Cedar Bluff State Park, the Cove 1 Boat Ramp, located west of the Northside Fish Cleaning Station is now CLOSED to all large watercraft. Large watercraft are encouraged to use the Overland Boat Ramp until conditions improve. The Cove 1 Boat Ramp can still be used for small watercraft, such as kayaks and paddle boards.

Cedar Bluff closes boat ramp to large watercraft due to low water levels

Mission dinner Sunday to benefit Gove County Ministerial Alliance

The Hays Area Out of the Darkness Community Walk is a journey of remembrance, hope, and support. 

It unites our communities and provides an opportunity to acknowledge the ways in which suicide and mental health conditions have affected our lives and the lives of those we love and care about.&nbsp;

Walk Date:&nbsp;09/17/2022 Walk Location:&nbsp;Hays Municipal Park Event Start Time:&nbsp;1:00 p.m. Walk Start Time:&nbsp;2:00 p.m.

For more information, please contact: Contact Name:&nbsp;Ashton Gebhard (He/Him) &amp; Kyle Carlin (He/Him - 785-871-2404 / kyledcarlin@gmail.com)&nbsp; Contact Phone:&nbsp;785-543-1963&nbsp; Contact Email:&nbsp;ashgeb@hotmail.com

Sign up online at <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.afsp.org%2FHays%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2_hzOkJN6iPQ9uxKpl45bmdCmz9iMlStLfmJ-t4MUfx9w1NXZ2RA6-9gE&amp;h=AT2wHMP8EDHs_5wnXUviKDEqOYNRddbR2Y4nIuXKeJvzewuVLHxu4jzjp431sETSic6bDO0z-E9iqUTvKKNtn91tMeEpfrPvnpn2MS-HWx_Ke7RjsU-8XbLKpELJAbMd2Crk&amp;__tn__=-UK-y-R&amp;c[0]=AT3sNCFHna17hJALYWkuEsdQ3nN4y2e3GjrUDzOpCrM_B3bvPWEU9SZPvI-4h6j0SVv8lxoc3o9uUqed1JpTuIzyOOmQ6wcZStN4i2u6w872IP7P0sqqhvQkSv4shxLjQKgCBR2aK6ssltNBdjjuFS_C7k-A63VfczoS6kL_KtnPbiO66dvWPtMOvVIEpF_HLEJEViTkZ4jxfMjgVUYy2EGh-acT1dl2" target="_blank">www.afsp.org/Hays</a>.

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 </figure>SubmittedThe Hays Area Out of the Darkness Community Walk is a journey of remembrance, hope, and support. It unites our communities and provides an opportunity to acknowledge the ways in which suicide and mental health conditions have affected our lives and the lives of those we love and care about.&nbsp;Walk Date:&nbsp;09/17/2022 Walk Location:&nbsp;Hays Municipal Park Event Start Time:&nbsp;1:00 p.m. Walk Start Time:&nbsp;2:00 p.m.For more information, please contact: Contact Name:&nbsp;Ashton Gebhard (He/Him) &amp; Kyle Carlin (He/Him - 785-871-2404 / kyledcarlin@gmail.com)&nbsp; Contact Phone:&nbsp;785-543-1963&nbsp; Contact Email:&nbsp;ashgeb@hotmail.comSign up online at <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.afsp.org%2FHays%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2_hzOkJN6iPQ9uxKpl45bmdCmz9iMlStLfmJ-t4MUfx9w1NXZ2RA6-9gE&amp;h=AT2wHMP8EDHs_5wnXUviKDEqOYNRddbR2Y4nIuXKeJvzewuVLHxu4jzjp431sETSic6bDO0z-E9iqUTvKKNtn91tMeEpfrPvnpn2MS-HWx_Ke7RjsU-8XbLKpELJAbMd2Crk&amp;__tn__=-UK-y-R&amp;c[0]=AT3sNCFHna17hJALYWkuEsdQ3nN4y2e3GjrUDzOpCrM_B3bvPWEU9SZPvI-4h6j0SVv8lxoc3o9uUqed1JpTuIzyOOmQ6wcZStN4i2u6w872IP7P0sqqhvQkSv4shxLjQKgCBR2aK6ssltNBdjjuFS_C7k-A63VfczoS6kL_KtnPbiO66dvWPtMOvVIEpF_HLEJEViTkZ4jxfMjgVUYy2EGh-acT1dl2" target="_blank">www.afsp.org/Hays</a>.

Hays Area Out of the Darkness Community Walk is Sept. 17; registration open

The Thunder on the Plains will meet at 6 p.m. today at the Thirsty's parking lot for a cruise night.

The group plans to cruise Main Street but will not have a poker run tonight.

The event will be canceled in case of rain.

SubmittedThe Thunder on the Plains will meet at 6 p.m. today at the Thirsty's parking lot for a cruise night.The group plans to cruise Main Street but will not have a poker run tonight.The event will be canceled in case of rain.

Thunder on Plains set for cruise tonight; no poker run

Signup underway at Norton Chamber office for U.S. Highway 36 Treasure Hunt

Tickets go on sale Monday, Aug. 1 for the 2nd Annual Hays Public Library Foundation Wine &amp; Cheese Fundraiser.&nbsp;

Tickets are limited, so get yours early! <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fhayslibrary.org%2Fevent%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1K1mbqQTV_MzPSMPc8KnhT1jkRms2o9Mcl1In7PYOrPk_iGkmnT62qar0&amp;h=AT3KmT_WjLhJ6c6n1KUBs8x8zoSG9fTncleDhJMCXDP1BUIsbQk7T05uyO61-cmy3N-3DeMmFsPrHahP_Uc2RLHuyFYDx3BzZXYVtGSejM_ORTp-Coj7J0bxmhKVPoleU9QX&amp;__tn__=-UK-y-R&amp;c[0]=AT0usqOrGKhPirP2h6Rh3GzVn9hhejOQvDO4ZY0MPfug3l5wWeSwXN-6XpccXPlE43FQoeS2p8qC7z1KQ1geKeOX5xLTW7yNnle0KK45qWIJKvaAxBYiqT3A92qT6BxDKBYNGGeOjhODYUduCV56F574eviUgmBp52fQUdf2Np-PuECM8X6iA9uWPczDL5i9Uv-x_LBij_Kn5vZ1JHmUcfYz8ZtndwG4VgjnJb7C8w" target="_blank">https://hayslibrary.org/event</a>

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 </figure>Hays Public Library&nbsp;Tickets go on sale Monday, Aug. 1 for the 2nd Annual Hays Public Library Foundation Wine &amp; Cheese Fundraiser.&nbsp;Tickets are limited, so get yours early! <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fhayslibrary.org%2Fevent%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1K1mbqQTV_MzPSMPc8KnhT1jkRms2o9Mcl1In7PYOrPk_iGkmnT62qar0&amp;h=AT3KmT_WjLhJ6c6n1KUBs8x8zoSG9fTncleDhJMCXDP1BUIsbQk7T05uyO61-cmy3N-3DeMmFsPrHahP_Uc2RLHuyFYDx3BzZXYVtGSejM_ORTp-Coj7J0bxmhKVPoleU9QX&amp;__tn__=-UK-y-R&amp;c[0]=AT0usqOrGKhPirP2h6Rh3GzVn9hhejOQvDO4ZY0MPfug3l5wWeSwXN-6XpccXPlE43FQoeS2p8qC7z1KQ1geKeOX5xLTW7yNnle0KK45qWIJKvaAxBYiqT3A92qT6BxDKBYNGGeOjhODYUduCV56F574eviUgmBp52fQUdf2Np-PuECM8X6iA9uWPczDL5i9Uv-x_LBij_Kn5vZ1JHmUcfYz8ZtndwG4VgjnJb7C8w" target="_blank">https://hayslibrary.org/event</a>

Tickets go on sale Monday for HPL Foundation wine & cheese fundraiser

Due to damp and cloudy weather, the seal coat planned for today in Hays&nbsp; &nbsp;has been postponed until next week. See above map for schedule. Be sure to get refuse and recycling out by 7:00 am. It will be picked up before street sealing starts. The City apologizes for any inconvenience. Call the Office of Project Management at 785 628-7350 with questions.

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 </figure>City of HaysDue to damp and cloudy weather, the seal coat planned for today in Hays&nbsp; &nbsp;has been postponed until next week. See above map for schedule. Be sure to get refuse and recycling out by 7:00 am. It will be picked up before street sealing starts. The City apologizes for any inconvenience. Call the Office of Project Management at 785 628-7350 with questions.

Damp weather again delays street seal coating in Hays

Beginning Friday, 17th Street in Hays will be closed at Harvest Road for bridge deck repairs.  The street will remain closed for approximately two weeks. 

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 </figure>City of HaysBeginning Friday, 17th Street in Hays will be closed at Harvest Road for bridge deck repairs. The street will remain closed for approximately two weeks. For more information, call 785-628-7350.

17th Street in Hays to close at Harvest Road for bridge repair

GREAT BEND - The Shafer Gallery at Barton Community College will host a reception celebrating the 40-year career of teacher and master watercolorist Steve Dudek Aug. 5 at 6:30 p.m.

Shafer Gallery Director Dave Barnes said the featured pieces have been in safe keeping at the Strecker Nelson West Gallery in Manhattan and have not been seen in our area.

“We have been given a wonderful opportunity to share a series of Steve’s dynamic koi pond paintings,” he said. “We are going to gather together and provide a forum for Steve’s colleagues and friends to reminisce and comment on his art and impact on the Kansas art scene. We will provide refreshments and a lot of good company and conversation” 

For more information contact Dave Barnes at barnesd@bartonccc.edu or (620) 792-9342. Follow the Shafer Gallery at facebook/shafer gallery. 

The Shafer Gallery is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is always free. For more information, contact Barnes at barnesd@bartonccc.edu or&nbsp; 620-792-9342.

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 </figure>BCCGREAT BEND - The Shafer Gallery at Barton Community College will host a reception celebrating the 40-year career of teacher and master watercolorist Steve Dudek Aug. 5 at 6:30 p.m.Shafer Gallery Director Dave Barnes said the featured pieces have been in safe keeping at the Strecker Nelson West Gallery in Manhattan and have not been seen in our area.“We have been given a wonderful opportunity to share a series of Steve’s dynamic koi pond paintings,” he said. “We are going to gather together and provide a forum for Steve’s colleagues and friends to reminisce and comment on his art and impact on the Kansas art scene. We will provide refreshments and a lot of good company and conversation” For more information contact Dave Barnes at barnesd@bartonccc.edu or (620) 792-9342. Follow the Shafer Gallery at facebook/shafer gallery. The Shafer Gallery is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is always free. For more information, contact Barnes at barnesd@bartonccc.edu or&nbsp; 620-792-9342.

BCC Shafer Art Gallery to host reception for unseen Steve Dudek art

Due to damp and cloudy weather, the seal coat planned for today, (July&nbsp; has been postponed until Monday, August 1.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Streets scheduled for Friday&nbsp; are still planned, but dependent on dry, sunny weather.

The city apologizes for any inconvenience. &nbsp;Call the Office of Project Management at 785-628-7350 with questions.

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 </figure>City of HaysDue to damp and cloudy weather, the seal coat planned for today, (July&nbsp; has been postponed until Monday, August 1.&nbsp;&nbsp;Streets scheduled for Friday&nbsp; are still planned, but dependent on dry, sunny weather.The city apologizes for any inconvenience. &nbsp;Call the Office of Project Management at 785-628-7350 with questions.

Weather postpones Hays street sealing work

LAWRENCE — More than 6,200 undergraduate students at the University of Kansas earned&nbsp;honor roll&nbsp;distinction for the spring 2022 semester.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The&nbsp;honor roll&nbsp;comprises undergraduates who meet requirements in the College of Liberal Arts &amp; Sciences and in the schools of Architecture &amp; Design, Business, Education, Engineering, Health Professions, Journalism &amp; Mass Communications, Music, Nursing, Pharmacy, Professional Studies and Social Welfare.&nbsp;Honor roll&nbsp;criteria vary among the university’s academic units. Some schools honor the top 10% of students enrolled, some establish a minimum grade-point average, and others raise the minimum GPA for each year students are in school. Students must complete a minimum number of credit hours to be considered for the&nbsp;honor roll.

<a href="https://news.ku.edu/spring-2022-ku-honor-roll-kansas-honorees">Click here for the entire list of spring 2022 KU honor roll students from Kansas.</a>

    Allison Brooks, Hays, School of Architecture &amp; Design

    Amanti Debelo, Hays, School of Business

    Landon Dinkel, Hays, School of Architecture &amp; Design

    Kilee Hale, Hays, College of Liberal Arts &amp; Sciences

    Jersey Kaiser, Hays, School of Education &amp; Human Sciences

    Hope Kisner, Hays, School of Business

    Kallie Leiker, Hays, School of Pharmacy

    Cristina Leos, Hays, College of Liberal Arts &amp; Sciences

    Andrea Lopez, Hays, College of Liberal Arts &amp; Sciences

    Keaton Markley, Hays, College of Liberal Arts &amp; Sciences

    Sophia Mickelson-Coulter, Hays, School of Business

    Alicia Phlieger, Hays, College of Liberal Arts &amp; Sciences

    Blayne Riedel, Hays, School of Business

    Hayden Rohr, Hays, School of Pharmacy

    Jenna Romme, Hays, College of Liberal Arts &amp; Sciences

    Dawson Rooney, Hays, School of Engineering

    Cameron Rozean, Hays, College of Liberal Arts &amp; Sciences

    Emma Schmidt, Hays, College of Liberal Arts &amp; Sciences

    Taylor Teel, Hays, School of the Arts

    Connor Teget, Hays, College of Liberal Arts &amp; Sciences

    Ashtyn Toepfer, Hays, School of the Arts

    Fernando Zarate, Hays, College of Liberal Arts &amp; Sciences

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 </figure>KU News ServiceLAWRENCE — More than 6,200 undergraduate students at the University of Kansas earned&nbsp;honor roll&nbsp;distinction for the spring 2022 semester.&nbsp;&nbsp;The&nbsp;honor roll&nbsp;comprises undergraduates who meet requirements in the College of Liberal Arts &amp; Sciences and in the schools of Architecture &amp; Design, Business, Education, Engineering, Health Professions, Journalism &amp; Mass Communications, Music, Nursing, Pharmacy, Professional Studies and Social Welfare.&nbsp;Honor roll&nbsp;criteria vary among the university’s academic units. Some schools honor the top 10% of students enrolled, some establish a minimum grade-point average, and others raise the minimum GPA for each year students are in school. Students must complete a minimum number of credit hours to be considered for the&nbsp;honor roll.<a href="https://news.ku.edu/spring-2022-ku-honor-roll-kansas-honorees">Click here for the entire list of spring 2022 KU honor roll students from Kansas.</a>Ellis Count honorees included:&nbsp; Allison Brooks, Hays, School of Architecture &amp; Design Amanti Debelo, Hays, School of Business Landon Dinkel, Hays, School of Architecture &amp; Design Kilee Hale, Hays, College of Liberal Arts &amp; Sciences Jersey Kaiser, Hays, School of Education &amp; Human Sciences Hope Kisner, Hays, School of Business Kallie Leiker, Hays, School of Pharmacy Cristina Leos, Hays, College of Liberal Arts &amp; Sciences Andrea Lopez, Hays, College of Liberal Arts &amp; Sciences Keaton Markley, Hays, College of Liberal Arts &amp; Sciences Sophia Mickelson-Coulter, Hays, School of Business Alicia Phlieger, Hays, College of Liberal Arts &amp; Sciences Blayne Riedel, Hays, School of Business Hayden Rohr, Hays, School of Pharmacy Jenna Romme, Hays, College of Liberal Arts &amp; Sciences Dawson Rooney, Hays, School of Engineering Cameron Rozean, Hays, College of Liberal Arts &amp; Sciences Emma Schmidt, Hays, College of Liberal Arts &amp; Sciences Taylor Teel, Hays, School of the Arts Connor Teget, Hays, College of Liberal Arts &amp; Sciences Ashtyn Toepfer, Hays, School of the Arts Fernando Zarate, Hays, College of Liberal Arts &amp; Sciences

Hays, NW Kan. students earn spot on KU's spring 2022 honor roll 

27th Street west of Fort Street is now open to both eastbound and westbound traffic. 

 Some finish-up work remains that could result in temporary lane closures over the next few weeks, but the project is substantially complete and open to traffic. 

City of Hays27th Street west of Fort Street is now open to both eastbound and westbound traffic. Some finish-up work remains that could result in temporary lane closures over the next few weeks, but the project is substantially complete and open to traffic.

City of Hays: 27th Street open to traffic

The Kansas Department of Transportation began work on a resurfacing project on a portion of K-383 in Decatur County starting the week of July 25.

Project work will involve a mill and overlay on 15 miles of the highway starting at the U.S. 83 junction and ending at the south city limits in Jennings. Traffic will be reduced to one lane and directed through the work zone by flaggers and a pilot car. Delays up to 15 minutes should be anticipated.

KDOT expects the project to be completed by the end of August, weather permitting.

Venture Corp. of Great Bend is the primary contractor for the nearly $3.9 million project.&nbsp;

KDOTThe Kansas Department of Transportation began work on a resurfacing project on a portion of K-383 in Decatur County starting the week of July 25.Project work will involve a mill and overlay on 15 miles of the highway starting at the U.S. 83 junction and ending at the south city limits in Jennings. Traffic will be reduced to one lane and directed through the work zone by flaggers and a pilot car. Delays up to 15 minutes should be anticipated.KDOT expects the project to be completed by the end of August, weather permitting.Venture Corp. of Great Bend is the primary contractor for the nearly $3.9 million project.&nbsp;

K-383 resurfacing starts in Decatur County

The Kansas Department of Transportation plans to close K-123 in Decatur and Sheridan counties in early August for reconstruction.

The $4.4 million project will widen the pavement and add asphalt shoulders on the full 6 miles starting at the K-23 junction and ending at the K-383 junction. Traffic should follow the signed detour route on K-23, K-223 and K-383. Work is expected to be completed by the end of November, weather permitting.

The exact closure date has not been determined at this time. KDOT will provide updated information on the closure once plans have been finalized.&nbsp;Project updates will also be posted frequently on the Northwest Kansas KDOT Facebook and Twitter pages, and general information available at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kandrive.org/">kandrive.org</a>.

McCormick Excavation and Paving of Colby is the primary contractor for the project.&nbsp;

KDOTThe Kansas Department of Transportation plans to close K-123 in Decatur and Sheridan counties in early August for reconstruction.The $4.4 million project will widen the pavement and add asphalt shoulders on the full 6 miles starting at the K-23 junction and ending at the K-383 junction. Traffic should follow the signed detour route on K-23, K-223 and K-383. Work is expected to be completed by the end of November, weather permitting.The exact closure date has not been determined at this time. KDOT will provide updated information on the closure once plans have been finalized.&nbsp;Project updates will also be posted frequently on the Northwest Kansas KDOT Facebook and Twitter pages, and general information available at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kandrive.org/">kandrive.org</a>.McCormick Excavation and Paving of Colby is the primary contractor for the project.&nbsp;

K-123 to close for reconstruction through November

On Wednesday, the seal coat contractor will return to finish sealing various 
city streets. See map above. Seal coat is spray applied in two coats with a dry time of 2 to 3 
hours per pass, so the streets being sealed will be temporarily closed 
during this time. &nbsp;

On the date scheduled for treatment, all cars need to
 be moved from the street by 8 a.m. &nbsp;Streets being sealed will be 
closed from approximately 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. &nbsp;Access can be achieved
 in cases of emergency. &nbsp;Parking on adjacent streets is recommended 
during the daytime. &nbsp;Parking in driveways is OK if you DO NOT plan on 
moving the vehicle between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. &nbsp;The Seal Coat treatment
 should not be driven on until it has set up (dried). &nbsp;It will stain 
surfaces such as concrete, carpet, or flooring if tracked from 
construction areas. Please have all lawn watering devices turned off 
the evening before the scheduled date. Please help keep the streets 
clean and dry for a smooth and lasting project. Traffic control will be 
set in areas of work being completed and picked up by the end of the 
work day. &nbsp;Notification of adjacent properties will be made door to door
 24 hours in advance of the work.&nbsp;

For more information, call (785) 628-7350.&nbsp;

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 </figure>City of HaysOn Wednesday, the seal coat contractor will return to finish sealing various 
city streets. See map above. Seal coat is spray applied in two coats with a dry time of 2 to 3 
hours per pass, so the streets being sealed will be temporarily closed 
during this time. &nbsp;On the date scheduled for treatment, all cars need to
 be moved from the street by 8 a.m. &nbsp;Streets being sealed will be 
closed from approximately 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. &nbsp;Access can be achieved
 in cases of emergency. &nbsp;Parking on adjacent streets is recommended 
during the daytime. &nbsp;Parking in driveways is OK if you DO NOT plan on 
moving the vehicle between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. &nbsp;The Seal Coat treatment
 should not be driven on until it has set up (dried). &nbsp;It will stain 
surfaces such as concrete, carpet, or flooring if tracked from 
construction areas. Please have all lawn watering devices turned off 
the evening before the scheduled date. Please help keep the streets 
clean and dry for a smooth and lasting project. Traffic control will be 
set in areas of work being completed and picked up by the end of the 
work day. &nbsp;Notification of adjacent properties will be made door to door
 24 hours in advance of the work.&nbsp;For more information, call (785) 628-7350.&nbsp;

City updates seal coat schedule for Hays streets

Hold the library in the palm of your hand! With a new mobile app, Hays Public Library patrons have access to a variety of library resources through their mobile phones and tablets. The library will launch the app on Monday.

Through the app, patrons are able to search the library’s catalog and view materials, place items on hold, make Interlibrary Loan requests, view the event calendar, and suggest purchases. The app will access digital content on Overdrive, allowing patrons to read or listen to books directly from this app. For digital materials available on Hoopla, the app will redirect to the Hoopla website or the Hoopla app, if already installed. The app also allows management of multiple library cards.

The app is powered by myLIBRO. To install it, download myLIBRO through the Google Play or Apple App Stores. Then enter your library card number and PIN, which is the last four digits of the library card number, and you are all set. 

You can find more information, including tutorials, at&nbsp;<a href="http://hayslibrary.org/app">hayslibrary.org/app</a>.

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 </figure>HPLHold the library in the palm of your hand! With a new mobile app, Hays Public Library patrons have access to a variety of library resources through their mobile phones and tablets. The library will launch the app on Monday.Through the app, patrons are able to search the library’s catalog and view materials, place items on hold, make Interlibrary Loan requests, view the event calendar, and suggest purchases. The app will access digital content on Overdrive, allowing patrons to read or listen to books directly from this app. For digital materials available on Hoopla, the app will redirect to the Hoopla website or the Hoopla app, if already installed. The app also allows management of multiple library cards.The app is powered by myLIBRO. To install it, download myLIBRO through the Google Play or Apple App Stores. Then enter your library card number and PIN, which is the last four digits of the library card number, and you are all set. You can find more information, including tutorials, at&nbsp;<a href="http://hayslibrary.org/app">hayslibrary.org/app</a>.

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