From Feb. 21 through March
4, the Ellis County Sheriff's office will join other law enforcement agencies in Kansas,
Missouri and Oklahoma
with increased enforcement near high schools to raise awareness of roadway safety. 

Motor vehicle crashes
are the leading cause of death for teens (15-18 years old) in the United States — ahead of all other types of injury, disease
or violence.

"Even one teen death is unacceptable," Ellis County Sheriff Scott Braun said. "Please slow down, put the phone away or turn it off, and always buckle up."

Officers will issue citations
to any individual who refuses
to obey the traffic laws, whether it is for speeding, texting
or failing to buckle up. 

Remind teens that driving
is a privilege and encourage
then to learn about the importance of driving safely.

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4, the Ellis County Sheriff's office will join other law enforcement agencies in Kansas,
Missouri and Oklahoma
with increased enforcement near high schools to raise awareness of roadway safety. Motor vehicle crashes
are the leading cause of death for teens (15-18 years old) in the United States — ahead of all other types of injury, disease
or violence."Even one teen death is unacceptable," Ellis County Sheriff Scott Braun said. "Please slow down, put the phone away or turn it off, and always buckle up."Officers will issue citations
to any individual who refuses
to obey the traffic laws, whether it is for speeding, texting
or failing to buckle up. Remind teens that driving
is a privilege and encourage
then to learn about the importance of driving safely.

Ellis Co. Sheriff's Office to conduct enforcement campaign near high schools

The curtain opens Valentine’s weekend for Hays Community Theatre’s production of Love Letters, a Pulitzer prize-nominated play written by A.R. Gurney. The production focuses on two characters, Melissa Gardner and Andrew Makepeace Ladd III, and their life-long relationship as told through their written correspondence to one another - for over 50 years. The show has been performed both on and off-Broadway since its debut in 1989. The HCT production is slated for Friday, February 11; Saturday, February 12; and Monday, February 14 at 7:30 p.m. Each night of the three-night run at HCT will feature a different local couple as the actors. Alan and Dawn Gabel (February 11), Andy and Dana Stanton (February 12), and Travis and Pamela Grizzel (February 14) will take the stage on different nights.&nbsp; Along with the love story, audience members are also in for a sweet treat - a Valentine’s Dessert Buffet - filled with a variety of decadent desserts, which is included in the $15 ticket price.&nbsp; Tickets are on sale in advance at <a href="http://hctks.com/">hctks.com</a> and will be available at the door at Hays Community Theatre, 121 E. 8th Street, Hays, Kansas. Doors for each performance open at 7 p.m. with a 7:30 p.m. show time. Concessions will also be available for purchase at HCT.

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 </figure>News releaseThe curtain opens Valentine’s weekend for Hays Community Theatre’s production of Love Letters, a Pulitzer prize-nominated play written by A.R. Gurney. The production focuses on two characters, Melissa Gardner and Andrew Makepeace Ladd III, and their life-long relationship as told through their written correspondence to one another - for over 50 years. The show has been performed both on and off-Broadway since its debut in 1989. The HCT production is slated for Friday, February 11; Saturday, February 12; and Monday, February 14 at 7:30 p.m. Each night of the three-night run at HCT will feature a different local couple as the actors. Alan and Dawn Gabel (February 11), Andy and Dana Stanton (February 12), and Travis and Pamela Grizzel (February 14) will take the stage on different nights.&nbsp; Along with the love story, audience members are also in for a sweet treat - a Valentine’s Dessert Buffet - filled with a variety of decadent desserts, which is included in the $15 ticket price.&nbsp; Tickets are on sale in advance at <a href="http://hctks.com/">hctks.com</a> and will be available at the door at Hays Community Theatre, 121 E. 8th Street, Hays, Kansas. Doors for each performance open at 7 p.m. with a 7:30 p.m. show time. Concessions will also be available for purchase at HCT.

Hays Community Theatre  will present ‘Love Letters’

	Growers are concerned about the high prices and availability of chemicals for weed management in 2022!&nbsp; To help producers and service providers with this most challenging production situation. K-State Research &amp; Extension Offices in northwest and north central Kansas have scheduled a series of Weed Management Update Meetings on Feb. 15 and 16.&nbsp;

February 15 – Colby, City Limits Convention Center, 2227 S. Range Ave., 9:00 am to noon, CST

Osborne, United Christian Church, 214 North 2nd Street, 3:00 to 6:00 pm.

February 16 – Hill City, Graham County 4-H Building Fairgrounds, 9:00 am to noon

Claflin, Community Center, 409 A Street, 3:00 to 6:00 pm.&nbsp;

Topics for the meeting will include revisiting residual herbicides in corn; non-chemical approaches to deal with herbicide shortages and prices; research update in application technology along with a question and answer session.&nbsp; Presenters for the program will include K-State Research and Extension weed management specialists, along with Randy Lloyd, technology research scientist with the University of Nebraska will share his research from the application technology lab at North Platte. Three Pest Management CCA credits and 3 commercial applicator CEU’s are available. &nbsp;

Registration is requested for the meal count by Friday online at <a href="http://www.northwest.ksu.edu/events">www.northwest.ksu.edu/events</a> or call your local Extension Office.&nbsp;

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 </figure>K-State Research &amp; Extension	Growers are concerned about the high prices and availability of chemicals for weed management in 2022!&nbsp; To help producers and service providers with this most challenging production situation. K-State Research &amp; Extension Offices in northwest and north central Kansas have scheduled a series of Weed Management Update Meetings on Feb. 15 and 16.&nbsp;February 15 – Colby, City Limits Convention Center, 2227 S. Range Ave., 9:00 am to noon, CSTOsborne, United Christian Church, 214 North 2nd Street, 3:00 to 6:00 pm.February 16 – Hill City, Graham County 4-H Building Fairgrounds, 9:00 am to noonClaflin, Community Center, 409 A Street, 3:00 to 6:00 pm.&nbsp;	Topics for the meeting will include revisiting residual herbicides in corn; non-chemical approaches to deal with herbicide shortages and prices; research update in application technology along with a question and answer session.&nbsp; Presenters for the program will include K-State Research and Extension weed management specialists, along with Randy Lloyd, technology research scientist with the University of Nebraska will share his research from the application technology lab at North Platte. Three Pest Management CCA credits and 3 commercial applicator CEU’s are available. &nbsp;	Registration is requested for the meal count by Friday online at <a href="http://www.northwest.ksu.edu/events">www.northwest.ksu.edu/events</a> or call your local Extension Office.&nbsp;

Weed management schools scheduled in NW Kansas

BROOKINGS, S.D. - The following students have been named to the dean's list for academic excellence after the fall 2021 semester at South Dakota State University (SDSU). To earn dean's list distinctions in SDSU's colleges, students must have completed a minimum of 12 credits and must have earned at least a 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Students with an asterisk received a perfect 4.0 GPA.

Overall, more than 3,070 students from 35 states and 23 foreign nations are on the list. Nearly 1,300 students received a 4.0.

SAFES – College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences

SAHSS – College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

SEHS – College of Education and Human Sciences

SENGR – Jerome J. Lohr College of Engineering

SPAHP – College of Pharmacy and Allied Health Professions

Betsey Elise Williams * Emporia Kansas SAHSS

Katelyn Marie Engel Hays Kansas SAHSS

Natalie Gray Cannell * Olathe Kansas SAHSS

Cierra Pringle Prairie Village Kansas SAHSS

Quinton Spencer Hicks Wichita Kansas SAHSS

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 </figure>SDSUBROOKINGS, S.D. - The following students have been named to the dean's list for academic excellence after the fall 2021 semester at South Dakota State University (SDSU). To earn dean's list distinctions in SDSU's colleges, students must have completed a minimum of 12 credits and must have earned at least a 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Students with an asterisk received a perfect 4.0 GPA.Overall, more than 3,070 students from 35 states and 23 foreign nations are on the list. Nearly 1,300 students received a 4.0.School Codes:SAFES – College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental SciencesSAHSS – College of Arts, Humanities and Social SciencesSEHS – College of Education and Human SciencesSENGR – Jerome J. Lohr College of EngineeringSNS – College of Natural SciencesSNURS – College of NursingSPAHP – College of Pharmacy and Allied Health ProfessionsName 4.0 Hometown State CollegeNoah C. Smith Burlington Kansas SAHSSBetsey Elise Williams * Emporia Kansas SAHSSKatelyn Marie Engel Hays Kansas SAHSSNatalie Gray Cannell * Olathe Kansas SAHSSCierra Pringle Prairie Village Kansas SAHSSQuinton Spencer Hicks Wichita Kansas SAHSS

Katelyn Engel of Hays named to South Dakota State University Dean's List  

LONGVIEW, TEXAS - The following students were named to the Fall 2021 Dean's List at LeTourneau University. The Dean's List recognizes students who have achieved a grade point average between 3.50 and 3.99 for the semester. LeTourneau University is a Christian polytechnic university where educators engage students to nurture Christian virtue, develop competency and ingenuity in their professional fields, integrate faith and work, and serve the local and global community. LETU offers more than 140 undergraduate and graduate degree programs online and at LETU's residential campus in Longview, Texas.

Asa Handy, BA Christian Ministry&nbsp;&nbsp; Hill City, Kansas

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 </figure>News releaseLONGVIEW, TEXAS - The following students were named to the Fall 2021 Dean's List at LeTourneau University. The Dean's List recognizes students who have achieved a grade point average between 3.50 and 3.99 for the semester. LeTourneau University is a Christian polytechnic university where educators engage students to nurture Christian virtue, develop competency and ingenuity in their professional fields, integrate faith and work, and serve the local and global community. LETU offers more than 140 undergraduate and graduate degree programs online and at LETU's residential campus in Longview, Texas.Asa Handy, BA Christian Ministry&nbsp;&nbsp; Hill City, Kansas

Hill City student named to LeTourneau University Dean's List

KANSAS CITY, Mo.&nbsp; - Rockhurst University awarded nearly 200 degrees at its December commencement ceremony, held Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021, at Mason-Halpin Fieldhouse.

Rockhurst University, founded in 1910 and located in Kansas City, Missouri, is a Catholic university in the Jesuit tradition committed to providing inclusive, innovative and transformative education. 

The following students were awarded degrees: Russell, KS Alexander Baldwin, Master of Science in Data Analytics&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>News releaseKANSAS CITY, Mo.&nbsp; - Rockhurst University awarded nearly 200 degrees at its December commencement ceremony, held Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021, at Mason-Halpin Fieldhouse.Rockhurst University, founded in 1910 and located in Kansas City, Missouri, is a Catholic university in the Jesuit tradition committed to providing inclusive, innovative and transformative education. The following students were awarded degrees: Russell, KS Alexander Baldwin, Master of Science in Data Analytics&nbsp;&nbsp;

Russell resident is December grad at Rockhurst University 

Beginning
 Monday, Walnut Street will be closed to through traffic 
between 24th and 27th streets for waterline work. 

This work will take 
approximately one week to complete. Access to all residences will remain
 open and personal notifications will be given for water service 
outages. 

For more information, contact the Office of Project Management at (785)&nbsp; 628-7350 or J Corp Construction at (785) 628-8101.

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 Monday, Walnut Street will be closed to through traffic 
between 24th and 27th streets for waterline work. This work will take 
approximately one week to complete. Access to all residences will remain
 open and personal notifications will be given for water service 
outages. For more information, contact the Office of Project Management at (785)&nbsp; 628-7350 or J Corp Construction at (785) 628-8101.

Portion of Walnut Street will be closed beginning Monday

From 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, <a href="https://imagineelliscounty.org/">Imagine Ellis County </a>will host a town hall and facilitate small and large group discussions to learn more from our community members. The town hall will be at Hilton Garden Inn in Hays, and dinner will be provided for those who attend. &nbsp;

<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/5c0ed267-1242-448b-acac-1961d9674e8f">RELATED: Imagine Ellis County seeks feedback on future of county</a>

Imagine Ellis County recently hosted representatives of various organizations from Ellis County to identify, from their perspective, community needs that needed to be met for long-term growth and success of our county and region. Now it is your turn. The group needs your help to help identify community needs from the perspective of the residents of Ellis County.

While walk-ins are welcome, if you plan to attend, sign up on the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ImagineEllisCounty/events/?ref=page_internal">Imagine Ellis County Facebook event page</a> or click <a href="https://forms.gle/F1bgNywhV37N7rqw6">HERE</a>.&nbsp;

For more information, contact Joe Leroux at 785-650-3600, or joe.leroux@hess-services.com.

Imagine Ellis County is a collaborative strategic vision for our community and region.

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 </figure>News releaseFrom 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, <a href="https://imagineelliscounty.org/">Imagine Ellis County </a>will host a town hall and facilitate small and large group discussions to learn more from our community members. The town hall will be at Hilton Garden Inn in Hays, and dinner will be provided for those who attend. &nbsp;<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/5c0ed267-1242-448b-acac-1961d9674e8f">RELATED: Imagine Ellis County seeks feedback on future of county</a>Imagine Ellis County recently hosted representatives of various organizations from Ellis County to identify, from their perspective, community needs that needed to be met for long-term growth and success of our county and region. Now it is your turn. The group needs your help to help identify community needs from the perspective of the residents of Ellis County.While walk-ins are welcome, if you plan to attend, sign up on the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ImagineEllisCounty/events/?ref=page_internal">Imagine Ellis County Facebook event page</a> or click <a href="https://forms.gle/F1bgNywhV37N7rqw6">HERE</a>.&nbsp;For more information, contact Joe Leroux at 785-650-3600, or joe.leroux@hess-services.com.Imagine Ellis County is a collaborative strategic vision for our community and region.

REMINDER: Imagine Ellis County town hall is Monday

<a href="https://www.facebook.com/adpfhsu/">The Fort Hays State University chapter of the American Democracy Project</a> has announced its spring 2022 schedule of events. This spring's events highlight the
program's commitment to strengthening democracy. Dr. Larry Gould, ADP Faculty Advisor and
Political Science Department Chair, said the upcoming Times Talks will "equip students with the
knowledge, skills, and experiences to be informed and engaged, ready to tackle current and future
issues to ensure a thriving and equitable democracy."

This spring, Times
Talks will cover topics such as “Bipartisanship and Young Legislators” or “Colorado Springs and the
Libertarian Party.” 

“Times Talks are a powerful university-community tool
for preparing the next generation of informed, engaged citizens," Gould said.

But, if a Times Talk isn’t your speed, stay involved with us by responding to our questions on the
Tiger Talkback board both in FHSU’s Memorial Union and on Twitter @TigerTalkback. 
ADP would like to all of our partners, both on and off-campus, but especially the FHSU
Department of Political Science, Forsyth Library, and the New York Times, for their support of
this goal and of ADP as a whole. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact us
via phone at (785) 625-4425, or by email at ekburrows@mail.fhsu.edu.

February 8, 12 PM Forsyth Library South Study Area 
Times Talk: Dr. Greg Atkins, Colorado Springs and the Rise of the Libertarian Party
February 22, 12 PM Forsyth Library South Study Area 
Times Talk: Dr. Amber Nickell, Crisis in Ukraine 
March 1, 7 PM Forsyth Library South Study Area 
Times Talk: Noah Erichsen, Bipartisanship and Young Legislators 
March 8, 12 PM Forsyth Library South Study Area 
Times Talk: Dr. Wendy Rohleder-Sook, Women in the Law 
April 28, 12 PM Forsyth Library South Study Area 
Times Talk: Dr. Angela Pool-Funai, Voter Registration and Civic Duty

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program's commitment to strengthening democracy. Dr. Larry Gould, ADP Faculty Advisor and
Political Science Department Chair, said the upcoming Times Talks will "equip students with the
knowledge, skills, and experiences to be informed and engaged, ready to tackle current and future
issues to ensure a thriving and equitable democracy."
This spring, Times
Talks will cover topics such as “Bipartisanship and Young Legislators” or “Colorado Springs and the
Libertarian Party.” “Times Talks are a powerful university-community tool
for preparing the next generation of informed, engaged citizens," Gould said.But, if a Times Talk isn’t your speed, stay involved with us by responding to our questions on the
Tiger Talkback board both in FHSU’s Memorial Union and on Twitter @TigerTalkback. 
ADP would like to all of our partners, both on and off-campus, but especially the FHSU
Department of Political Science, Forsyth Library, and the New York Times, for their support of
this goal and of ADP as a whole. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact us
via phone at (785) 625-4425, or by email at ekburrows@mail.fhsu.edu.
<h2>Events</h2>February 8, 12 PM Forsyth Library South Study Area 
Times Talk: Dr. Greg Atkins, Colorado Springs and the Rise of the Libertarian Party
February 22, 12 PM Forsyth Library South Study Area 
Times Talk: Dr. Amber Nickell, Crisis in Ukraine 
March 1, 7 PM Forsyth Library South Study Area 
Times Talk: Noah Erichsen, Bipartisanship and Young Legislators 
March 8, 12 PM Forsyth Library South Study Area 
Times Talk: Dr. Wendy Rohleder-Sook, Women in the Law 
April 28, 12 PM Forsyth Library South Study Area 
Times Talk: Dr. Angela Pool-Funai, Voter Registration and Civic Duty

FHSU American Democracy Project announces spring schedule

GREAT BEND — February is national Career Technical Education month, and Barton will be hosting a Virtual Career Technical Education fair all month to showcase Barton’s career programs.

All middle and high school students are invited to participate. Students can explore career programs by viewing videos, doing activities, escaping virtual escape rooms and completing a survey to win a Barton swag pack.

The fair can be accessed at&nbsp;<a href="https://careerfair.bartonccc.edu/">careerfair.bartonccc.edu</a>.&nbsp;

Program instructors across the institution have worked to provide content for the virtual fair, which features 28 career and academic programs. Coordinator of Community Education Karly Little said the fair is a great way for students to get exposure to a lot of different possible career paths at once.&nbsp; “The Virtual Career Fair is about giving students a glimpse into career options they’re excited about and options they don’t yet know exist,” she said.&nbsp; “If we can get a student excited about a career program that’s a good fit for them, we’re achieving our mission.”

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 </figure>Barton Community CollegeGREAT BEND — February is national Career Technical Education month, and Barton will be hosting a Virtual Career Technical Education fair all month to showcase Barton’s career programs.All middle and high school students are invited to participate. Students can explore career programs by viewing videos, doing activities, escaping virtual escape rooms and completing a survey to win a Barton swag pack.The fair can be accessed at&nbsp;<a href="https://careerfair.bartonccc.edu/">careerfair.bartonccc.edu</a>.&nbsp;Program instructors across the institution have worked to provide content for the virtual fair, which features 28 career and academic programs. Coordinator of Community Education Karly Little said the fair is a great way for students to get exposure to a lot of different possible career paths at once.&nbsp; “The Virtual Career Fair is about giving students a glimpse into career options they’re excited about and options they don’t yet know exist,” she said.&nbsp; “If we can get a student excited about a career program that’s a good fit for them, we’re achieving our mission.”

Barton CC hosts Virtual Career Technical Education Fair

Click <a href="http://bit.ly/HYPheadshots">HERE</a> to register.

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Hays Young Professionals headshot session is next week

ELLIS — USD 388 will hold a special board meeting at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Ellis High School FACS 
Room.&nbsp; The board will be discussing a potential USD 388 bond election.

A representative of Alloy Architecture will be in attendance to update the board and answer questions about the work of the bond committee.&nbsp; &nbsp;

The board agenda can be viewed by clicking <a href="https://go.boarddocs.com/ks/usd388/Board.nsf/Public">HERE</a>. Once in BoardDocs, 
you will see the Wednesday, February 9, 2022, special board meeting 
listed under meetings.&nbsp;

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Room.&nbsp; The board will be discussing a potential USD 388 bond election.A representative of Alloy Architecture will be in attendance to update the board and answer questions about the work of the bond committee.&nbsp; &nbsp;The board agenda can be viewed by clicking <a href="https://go.boarddocs.com/ks/usd388/Board.nsf/Public">HERE</a>. Once in BoardDocs, 
you will see the Wednesday, February 9, 2022, special board meeting 
listed under meetings.&nbsp;

Bond issue the topic of special school board meeting in Ellis

BUNKER HILL — "The Kansas Legislature," a local production of Smoky Hills PBS, will feature state Sen. Rick Billinger, R-Goodland; state Rep. Troy Waymaster, R-Bunker Hill; and state Rep. Steven Howe, R- Salina, at 7 p.m. Friday.

"The Kansas Legislature" is a program that takes place during the legislative session and gives the legislators and viewers the opportunity to discuss up-to-date issues.  During the program, viewers can call 1-800-337-4788 with their legislative questions. "The Kansas Legislature" is hosted by Becky Kiser, news reporter for Hays Post and Eagle Radio of Hays. 

Streaming is available for each episode on the <a href="http://bit.ly/StreamSmokyHillsPBS">Smoky Hills PBS YouTube channel.</a> A schedule of programs and past episodes are available at www.SmokyHillsPBS.org.

"The Kansas Legislature" is made possible in part by ITC Great Plains.

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 </figure>SHPTVBUNKER HILL — "The Kansas Legislature," a local production of Smoky Hills PBS, will feature state Sen. Rick Billinger, R-Goodland; state Rep. Troy Waymaster, R-Bunker Hill; and state Rep. Steven Howe, R- Salina, at 7 p.m. Friday."The Kansas Legislature" is a program that takes place during the legislative session and gives the legislators and viewers the opportunity to discuss up-to-date issues. During the program, viewers can call 1-800-337-4788 with their legislative questions. "The Kansas Legislature" is hosted by Becky Kiser, news reporter for Hays Post and Eagle Radio of Hays. Streaming is available for each episode on the <a href="http://bit.ly/StreamSmokyHillsPBS">Smoky Hills PBS YouTube channel.</a> A schedule of programs and past episodes are available at www.SmokyHillsPBS.org. "The Kansas Legislature" is made possible in part by ITC Great Plains.

'The Kansas Legislature' kicks off Friday on Smoky Hills PBS

COLBY — Colby Community College announced the names of students who earned degrees and certificates during the 2021 fall semester. The lists are released after transcripts have been verified as having met all requirements. Names are published alphabetically by home location as indicated by the student.

Atchison:&nbsp;Georgia Appel.&nbsp;Conesville, Ohio:&nbsp;Leslie Mercer.&nbsp;Guide Rock, Neb.:&nbsp;Ashley McCleary.&nbsp;Lyndon:&nbsp;Julie Heslop.&nbsp;Salina:&nbsp;Dakota Hartman.&nbsp;Topeka:&nbsp;Elyssia Young.&nbsp;Valley Center:&nbsp;Korin Bogle, Ashton Mellinger.&nbsp;Wray, Colo.:&nbsp;Eileen Meier.

Bennington:&nbsp;Breanna Campbell.&nbsp;Burlington, Colo.:&nbsp;Kayla Robles.&nbsp;Colby:&nbsp;Halutie Hor, Layla Moradkhanian.&nbsp;Commerce City, Colo.:&nbsp;Jonathon Vance.&nbsp;Eudora:&nbsp;Megan Kennedy.&nbsp;Garden City:Corbyn Carr.&nbsp;Goodland:&nbsp;Abigail Ordonez.&nbsp;Hoxie:&nbsp;Lauren Patmon.&nbsp;Manhattan:&nbsp;Madison Ritz.&nbsp;Murdock, Neb.:&nbsp;Kylee Synovec.&nbsp;Selden:&nbsp;Karrington Schaben.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Eudora:&nbsp;Megan Kennedy.&nbsp;Garden City:&nbsp;Corbyn Carr.&nbsp;Goodland:&nbsp;Abigail Ordonez.&nbsp;Hoxie:&nbsp;Lauren Patmon.&nbsp;Laramie, Wyo.:&nbsp;Jillian Hunter.&nbsp;Manhattan:&nbsp;Madison Ritz.&nbsp;Murdock, Neb.:&nbsp;Kylee Synovec.&nbsp;Oakley:&nbsp;Jaysie Schoenfeld.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Certificates&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Fort Smith, Ark.:&nbsp;Madeline Chaney.&nbsp;Laramie, Wyo.:&nbsp;Jillian Hunter.&nbsp;Lawrence:&nbsp;Alyssa Harlow.&nbsp;Lee's Summit, Mo.:&nbsp;Brenna Zuniga.&nbsp;Midlothian, Ill.:&nbsp;Kendall Wright.&nbsp;Osborne:&nbsp;Sarah Seifert.&nbsp;Salina:Dakota Hartman.&nbsp;Valley Center:&nbsp;Ashton Mellinger.&nbsp;Wray, Colo.:&nbsp;Eileen Meier.

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 </figure>CCCCOLBY — Colby Community College announced the names of students who earned degrees and certificates during the 2021 fall semester. The lists are released after transcripts have been verified as having met all requirements. Names are published alphabetically by home location as indicated by the student.<h2>Associate of Applied Science</h2>Atchison:&nbsp;Georgia Appel.&nbsp;Conesville, Ohio:&nbsp;Leslie Mercer.&nbsp;Guide Rock, Neb.:&nbsp;Ashley McCleary.&nbsp;Lyndon:&nbsp;Julie Heslop.&nbsp;Salina:&nbsp;Dakota Hartman.&nbsp;Topeka:&nbsp;Elyssia Young.&nbsp;Valley Center:&nbsp;Korin Bogle, Ashton Mellinger.&nbsp;Wray, Colo.:&nbsp;Eileen Meier.<h2>Associate of Arts</h2>Bennington:&nbsp;Breanna Campbell.&nbsp;Burlington, Colo.:&nbsp;Kayla Robles.&nbsp;Colby:&nbsp;Halutie Hor, Layla Moradkhanian.&nbsp;Commerce City, Colo.:&nbsp;Jonathon Vance.&nbsp;Eudora:&nbsp;Megan Kennedy.&nbsp;Garden City:Corbyn Carr.&nbsp;Goodland:&nbsp;Abigail Ordonez.&nbsp;Hoxie:&nbsp;Lauren Patmon.&nbsp;Manhattan:&nbsp;Madison Ritz.&nbsp;Murdock, Neb.:&nbsp;Kylee Synovec.&nbsp;Selden:&nbsp;Karrington Schaben.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Associate of Science</h2>Eudora:&nbsp;Megan Kennedy.&nbsp;Garden City:&nbsp;Corbyn Carr.&nbsp;Goodland:&nbsp;Abigail Ordonez.&nbsp;Hoxie:&nbsp;Lauren Patmon.&nbsp;Laramie, Wyo.:&nbsp;Jillian Hunter.&nbsp;Manhattan:&nbsp;Madison Ritz.&nbsp;Murdock, Neb.:&nbsp;Kylee Synovec.&nbsp;Oakley:&nbsp;Jaysie Schoenfeld.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Certificates&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</h2>Fort Smith, Ark.:&nbsp;Madeline Chaney.&nbsp;Laramie, Wyo.:&nbsp;Jillian Hunter.&nbsp;Lawrence:&nbsp;Alyssa Harlow.&nbsp;Lee's Summit, Mo.:&nbsp;Brenna Zuniga.&nbsp;Midlothian, Ill.:&nbsp;Kendall Wright.&nbsp;Osborne:&nbsp;Sarah Seifert.&nbsp;Salina:Dakota Hartman.&nbsp;Valley Center:&nbsp;Ashton Mellinger.&nbsp;Wray, Colo.:&nbsp;Eileen Meier.

Colby Community College announces fall 2021 graduates

TOPEKA -&nbsp;Washburn University has announced its fall 2021 Dean's List honorees. To qualify for the Dean's List, a student must be enrolled in 12 hours of graded credits and earn a semester grade point average of 3.4 to 3.99.

More than 850 students qualified for the Dean's List.&nbsp;

Washburn University is pleased to announce its President's List honorees for the fall 2021 semester. To qualify for the President's List, a student must complete at least 12 hours of graded credits and earn a semester grade point average of 4.0.

Almost 750 students qualified for the President's List.

About Washburn- Founded in 1865, Washburn University is a public institution with nearly 7 thousand students and a thousand faculty and staff involved in more than 200 academic programs.&nbsp;

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 </figure>WUTOPEKA -&nbsp;Washburn University has announced its fall 2021 Dean's List honorees. To qualify for the Dean's List, a student must be enrolled in 12 hours of graded credits and earn a semester grade point average of 3.4 to 3.99.Dean's List honorees include:MecKenzie Stiawalt of HaysMore than 850 students qualified for the Dean's List.&nbsp;Washburn University is pleased to announce its President's List honorees for the fall 2021 semester. To qualify for the President's List, a student must complete at least 12 hours of graded credits and earn a semester grade point average of 4.0.Kade Urban of Hays&nbsp;Almost 750 students qualified for the President's List.About Washburn- Founded in 1865, Washburn University is a public institution with nearly 7 thousand students and a thousand faculty and staff involved in more than 200 academic programs.&nbsp;

Hays students earn top grades at Washburn University

By BECKY KISER Hays Post

February brings lots of Fort Hays State University basketball to Hays along with many Valentine's Day-related activities.

Janet Kuhn, Convention and Visitors Bureau convention sales manager, highlights some of this month's community events.

For an up-to-the-minute check of community events, check the CVB website www.visithays.com.&nbsp;

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🎥 CVB: Hays happenings during February 

BUNKER HILL – Another live production from Smoky Hills PBS, "The Kansas Legislature," will kick off at 7 p.m. Friday.&nbsp; Streaming will also be available via <a href="http://bit.ly/StreamSmokyHillsPBS">YouTube.</a>

The show airs during the legislative session, which gives the legislators and viewers the opportunity to discuss up-to-date issues.&nbsp; For each show, legislators from the Smoky Hills PBS viewing area are invited to participate in the live call-in program, and viewers are encouraged to call in with their legislative questions.

“ 'The Kansas Legislature' is one of the longest-running series on Smoky Hills PBS,” said Les Kinderknecht, Senior Producer/Director of Smoky Hills PBS.&nbsp;&nbsp;“We are excited to be able to bring it back once again for our viewers and our legislators.”

Becky Kiser, news reporter for Hays Post/Eagle Radio, has been named the moderator for the 2022 season of "The Kansas Legislature."&nbsp; She will be joined by two or three legislators during each show.

To find a list of legislators who might be on the show each week, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.smokyhillspbs.org/" target="_blank">www.SmokyHillsPBS.org</a>&nbsp;to find the 2022 season schedule.&nbsp;

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 </figure>SHPTVBUNKER HILL – Another live production from Smoky Hills PBS, "The Kansas Legislature," will kick off at 7 p.m. Friday.&nbsp; Streaming will also be available via <a href="http://bit.ly/StreamSmokyHillsPBS">YouTube.</a>The show airs during the legislative session, which gives the legislators and viewers the opportunity to discuss up-to-date issues.&nbsp; For each show, legislators from the Smoky Hills PBS viewing area are invited to participate in the live call-in program, and viewers are encouraged to call in with their legislative questions.“ 'The Kansas Legislature' is one of the longest-running series on Smoky Hills PBS,” said Les Kinderknecht, Senior Producer/Director of Smoky Hills PBS.&nbsp;&nbsp;“We are excited to be able to bring it back once again for our viewers and our legislators.”Becky Kiser, news reporter for Hays Post/Eagle Radio, has been named the moderator for the 2022 season of "The Kansas Legislature."&nbsp; She will be joined by two or three legislators during each show.To find a list of legislators who might be on the show each week, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.smokyhillspbs.org/" target="_blank">www.SmokyHillsPBS.org</a>&nbsp;to find the 2022 season schedule.&nbsp;

Eagle's Kiser will moderate new season of 'The Kansas Legislature'

The Hays Symphony will be presenting a Winter Concert at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 19, in the Fort Hays State University Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center. The ensemble is under the direction of Dr. Brian Buckstead, Assistant Professor of Violin and Viola at FHSU.

The concert features Sergei Prokofiev’s&nbsp;Symphony No. 1, Igor Stravinsky’s&nbsp;Pulcinella Suite, and conductor Brian Buckstead as violin soloist on Max Richter’s&nbsp;The Four Seasons Recomposed.

The Symphony No. 1 in D major, Op. 25, also known as the "Classical" was Sergei Prokofiev's first numbered symphony.&nbsp; Prokofiev composed this work as a modern reinterpretation of the classical style of Franz Joseph Haydn and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The symphony follows the standard four-movement format but is much shorter in length than the symphonies of the classical period.

Stravinsky’s&nbsp;Pulcinella Suite&nbsp;was written for Les Ballet Russes and began a new compositional trend for the composer. The Suite is a shortened version of the ballet with the instrumental passages replacing the singing roles. Stravinsky believed that “Pulcinella&nbsp;was my discovery of the past, the epiphany through which the whole of my late work became possible.”&nbsp; In&nbsp;Pulcinella, Stravinsky weaves the charm of the classical style with the harmonic and rhythmic energy of twentieth century compositional techniques.

Max Richter’s&nbsp;The Four Seasons Reimagined&nbsp;will feature Dr. Brian Buckstead as the violin soloist. The musical themes of the original Four Seasons by Antonio Vivaldi are familiar to the general public through popular culture. Excerpts can be heard on the soundtrack of The&nbsp;Simpsons,&nbsp;the Secret Life’s of Pets, Disney’s&nbsp;Fantasia&nbsp;andMuzak. Max Richter says, “it's everywhere. For me, in this project I’m trying to reclaim the piece, to fall in love with it again." Richter takes Vivaldi’s opening theme and creates a loop to engage the listener into the current musical trend of dance music and bring classical sentiments into the 21st&nbsp;century.

Buckstead is Assistant Professor of Violin and Viola at Fort Hays State University, as well as director of the Hays Symphony. He enjoys a thriving career as a violinist, violist and conductor.&nbsp;Buckstead is passionate about the education of young musicians. In addition to adjudicating local and national music competitions, he co-developed Bring Back the Music, an initiative to bring string instrument education to two underprivileged public schools in Medicine Hat, Alberta.

The post-concert reception is sponsored by a generous donation from the Hays Convention and Visitors Bureau.

All Hays Symphony concerts are free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to reserve tickets in advance on the symphony’s website (<a href="http://hayssymphony.org/">hayssymphony.org</a>). 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>The Hays Symphony will be presenting a Winter Concert at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 19, in the Fort Hays State University Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center. The ensemble is under the direction of Dr. Brian Buckstead, Assistant Professor of Violin and Viola at FHSU.The concert features Sergei Prokofiev’s&nbsp;Symphony No. 1, Igor Stravinsky’s&nbsp;Pulcinella Suite, and conductor Brian Buckstead as violin soloist on Max Richter’s&nbsp;The Four Seasons Recomposed.The Symphony No. 1 in D major, Op. 25, also known as the "Classical" was Sergei Prokofiev's first numbered symphony.&nbsp; Prokofiev composed this work as a modern reinterpretation of the classical style of Franz Joseph Haydn and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The symphony follows the standard four-movement format but is much shorter in length than the symphonies of the classical period.Stravinsky’s&nbsp;Pulcinella Suite&nbsp;was written for Les Ballet Russes and began a new compositional trend for the composer. The Suite is a shortened version of the ballet with the instrumental passages replacing the singing roles. Stravinsky believed that “Pulcinella&nbsp;was my discovery of the past, the epiphany through which the whole of my late work became possible.”&nbsp; In&nbsp;Pulcinella, Stravinsky weaves the charm of the classical style with the harmonic and rhythmic energy of twentieth century compositional techniques.Max Richter’s&nbsp;The Four Seasons Reimagined&nbsp;will feature Dr. Brian Buckstead as the violin soloist. The musical themes of the original Four Seasons by Antonio Vivaldi are familiar to the general public through popular culture. Excerpts can be heard on the soundtrack of The&nbsp;Simpsons,&nbsp;the Secret Life’s of Pets, Disney’s&nbsp;Fantasia&nbsp;andMuzak. Max Richter says, “it's everywhere. For me, in this project I’m trying to reclaim the piece, to fall in love with it again." Richter takes Vivaldi’s opening theme and creates a loop to engage the listener into the current musical trend of dance music and bring classical sentiments into the 21st&nbsp;century.Buckstead is Assistant Professor of Violin and Viola at Fort Hays State University, as well as director of the Hays Symphony. He enjoys a thriving career as a violinist, violist and conductor.&nbsp;Buckstead is passionate about the education of young musicians. In addition to adjudicating local and national music competitions, he co-developed Bring Back the Music, an initiative to bring string instrument education to two underprivileged public schools in Medicine Hat, Alberta.The post-concert reception is sponsored by a generous donation from the Hays Convention and Visitors Bureau.All Hays Symphony concerts are free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to reserve tickets in advance on the symphony’s website (<a href="http://hayssymphony.org/">hayssymphony.org</a>). 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.

Hays Symphony's winter concert set for next month

The annual Thomas More Prep-Marian Pop Singers Dinner Show is back and better than ever.

Join us in the Dreiling Theater at TMP-Marian on:

Saturday, February 5: $20 per ticket. Enjoy a fabulous meal before the show; meal service begins at 5:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m.

Sunday, February 6: $10 per ticket. Enjoy a delicious and diverse dessert bar beginning at 1:30 p.m. with the show to follow at 2:30 p.m.

<a href="https://www.tmp-m.org/o/tmpm/page/pop-singers-dinner-show">Click here to purchase your tickets today!</a>

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 </figure>TMP-MThe annual Thomas More Prep-Marian Pop Singers Dinner Show is back and better than ever.Join us in the Dreiling Theater at TMP-Marian on:Saturday, February 5: $20 per ticket. Enjoy a fabulous meal before the show; meal service begins at 5:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m.Sunday, February 6: $10 per ticket. Enjoy a delicious and diverse dessert bar beginning at 1:30 p.m. with the show to follow at 2:30 p.m.<a href="https://www.tmp-m.org/o/tmpm/page/pop-singers-dinner-show">Click here to purchase your tickets today!</a>

TMP-M Pop Singers dinner show set for next month

U.S. Sen. Roger Marshall, M.D., will hold a public town hall at 8 a.m. Feb. 5 at the&nbsp;Hays Public Library. The public is invited to attend the town hall to learn about federal legislative issues and ask questions of the senator.&nbsp;

“I look forward to the opportunity to speak with Kansans and learn more about the issues and concerns impacting their lives,”&nbsp;Marshall said.&nbsp;“I value the opportunity to hear directly from folks in Ellis County so that I can take their stories and concerns with me when I return to Washington, D.C.”

Marshall's visit is part of the Hays Chamber's Legislative Coffee series.

Office of Sen. Roger MarshallU.S. Sen. Roger Marshall, M.D., will hold a public town hall at 8 a.m. Feb. 5 at the&nbsp;Hays Public Library. The public is invited to attend the town hall to learn about federal legislative issues and ask questions of the senator.&nbsp;“I look forward to the opportunity to speak with Kansans and learn more about the issues and concerns impacting their lives,”&nbsp;Marshall said.&nbsp;“I value the opportunity to hear directly from folks in Ellis County so that I can take their stories and concerns with me when I return to Washington, D.C.”Marshall's visit is part of the Hays Chamber's Legislative Coffee series.

Marshall will take part in Hays Chamber Legislative Coffee

RUSSELL — The City of Russell recently implemented a new mass notification system for members of the community to easily subscribe to various alerts to receive important information and updates. 

• Billing Notices – subscribers to this alert will receive a reminder for monthly utility bills. • Closings &amp; Cancellations – subscribers will be notified of city facility and service closures. • Emergency Alerts – subscribers will be notified of various emergencies impacting the local community. • Public Notices – subscribers will receive community information such as notices of altered trash routes, planned street closures, or other services/events that may impact the community. • Utility Outage Notice – subscribers will be altered to important information relating to water and electric utilities.

Subscribing to these alerts is fast and easy, follow the steps below to subscribe:

1. On a web browser, type in <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.russellcity.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0KM0T8rhynYRmA-a_SBcchpqzdcANPgDxWBT9PyBaWZZt6RZ3EsyuNr7w&amp;h=AT0Umu4G8pZXUjV5qR9MzQuaW6fBwaF8dnawKwhNJl17hY5TOrISXOJMoYPUTKZqUXyZUfM4LC_zgAsyNQXhX-vt6Coi-MDKfLrUAIEYsvWK80lv7QpUKwNhlJgso_9i&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT3EaL6TNzvmpKa6dBByYAr1LJpl2kbWlDujtFRpMp-UwdGlte-bSEdrojSaiIaFapA2d4GASjTJ7DeqxFoP2ghxRHd1rl4VaUGN-7fVaVDzrNHr2sTkoJNGGPuIUU8FAyUKeV1gdtt5EvU3dftNqBAHbbBOksNxiGk9XRrwaf6yAQ" target="_blank">www.russellcity.org</a> On the home page, click on the Notify Me icon.

2. Type your email address in the box and select Sign in.3. If you would like to receive text messages enter your phone number and select Save.

4. To subscribe or unsubscribe Click   and/or    next to the lists to which you wish to subscribe/unsubscribe.

Remember to set your spam blocker to allow mail from listserv@civicplus.com to receive email notifications.

For assistance and questions, call the City Clerk’s office at (785) 483-6311.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Press ReleaseRUSSELL — The City of Russell recently implemented a new mass notification system for members of the community to easily subscribe to various alerts to receive important information and updates. Types of notices include:• Billing Notices – subscribers to this alert will receive a reminder for monthly utility bills. • Closings &amp; Cancellations – subscribers will be notified of city facility and service closures. • Emergency Alerts – subscribers will be notified of various emergencies impacting the local community. • Public Notices – subscribers will receive community information such as notices of altered trash routes, planned street closures, or other services/events that may impact the community. • Utility Outage Notice – subscribers will be altered to important information relating to water and electric utilities. Subscribing to these alerts is fast and easy, follow the steps below to subscribe:1. On a web browser, type in <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.russellcity.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0KM0T8rhynYRmA-a_SBcchpqzdcANPgDxWBT9PyBaWZZt6RZ3EsyuNr7w&amp;h=AT0Umu4G8pZXUjV5qR9MzQuaW6fBwaF8dnawKwhNJl17hY5TOrISXOJMoYPUTKZqUXyZUfM4LC_zgAsyNQXhX-vt6Coi-MDKfLrUAIEYsvWK80lv7QpUKwNhlJgso_9i&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT3EaL6TNzvmpKa6dBByYAr1LJpl2kbWlDujtFRpMp-UwdGlte-bSEdrojSaiIaFapA2d4GASjTJ7DeqxFoP2ghxRHd1rl4VaUGN-7fVaVDzrNHr2sTkoJNGGPuIUU8FAyUKeV1gdtt5EvU3dftNqBAHbbBOksNxiGk9XRrwaf6yAQ" target="_blank">www.russellcity.org</a> On the home page, click on the Notify Me icon.2. Type your email address in the box and select Sign in.3. If you would like to receive text messages enter your phone number and select Save.4. To subscribe or unsubscribe Click and/or next to the lists to which you wish to subscribe/unsubscribe.Remember to set your spam blocker to allow mail from listserv@civicplus.com to receive email notifications.For assistance and questions, call the City Clerk’s office at (785) 483-6311.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Russell rolls out mass notification system

The Hays Eagles Baseball organization has announced its merger with the Hays Baseball Club, effective Feb. 1.

The merger will combine the best of the area's youth baseball talent (ages 8u -14u) with the best of its high school talent (ages 15 to 19). 

There are currently 10 teams associated with the Hays Baseball Club. After increasing interest in the past two years, the Hays Eagles last year expanded to three teams —&nbsp;two junior clubs (ages 15 to 17) and a senior team (ages 17 to 19). 

The Hays Eagles will have player evaluations next month to prepare for the upcoming season and determine the number of teams for 2022. 

Evaluations will be Feb. 26 at Premier Indoor Training (PIT). Freshman and sophomores are expected to try out at 1 p.m., and juniors and seniors are expected to try out at 3 p.m.

The Hays Eagles will continue to operate as an independent board under the umbrella of the Hays Baseball Club and will make all decisions regarding coaching and scheduling. All currently scheduled fundraising activities for both organizations will continue as planned, including the popular Cash Bash promotion and a new golf tournament scheduled for May.

The move follows the Eagles' departure from their longtime affiliation with the American Legion baseball program.

For more information, email <a href="mailto:hayseaglespres@gmail.com">hayseaglespres@gmail.com</a>.

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 </figure>News releaseThe Hays Eagles Baseball organization has announced its merger with the Hays Baseball Club, effective Feb. 1.The merger will combine the best of the area's youth baseball talent (ages 8u -14u) with the best of its high school talent (ages 15 to 19). There are currently 10 teams associated with the Hays Baseball Club. After increasing interest in the past two years, the Hays Eagles last year expanded to three teams —&nbsp;two junior clubs (ages 15 to 17) and a senior team (ages 17 to 19). The Hays Eagles will have player evaluations next month to prepare for the upcoming season and determine the number of teams for 2022. Evaluations will be Feb. 26 at Premier Indoor Training (PIT). Freshman and sophomores are expected to try out at 1 p.m., and juniors and seniors are expected to try out at 3 p.m.The Hays Eagles will continue to operate as an independent board under the umbrella of the Hays Baseball Club and will make all decisions regarding coaching and scheduling. All currently scheduled fundraising activities for both organizations will continue as planned, including the popular Cash Bash promotion and a new golf tournament scheduled for May.The move follows the Eagles' departure from their longtime affiliation with the American Legion baseball program.For more information, email <a href="mailto:hayseaglespres@gmail.com">hayseaglespres@gmail.com</a>.

Hays Eagles Baseball joins with Hays Baseball Club; player evaluations scheduled

By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays Post

Celebration Community Church will host the Night to Shine Hays Shine Thru Parade from 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. Saturday in downtown Hays.

Due to COVID concerns, instead of the traditional dance, participants will load up in cars and join a parade down Main Street.

Residents are encouraged to line main and cheer on the participants as they pass in their decorated vehicles.

Night to Shine is an event that is centered on God’s love for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, ages 14 and older. More than 100 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities from northwest Kansas will be honored at this year’s Night to Shine Hays event.

"Our team is really excited to be hosting this event in downtown Hays for the second year in a row," said Brent Kaiser, local organizer. "Being in downtown Hays adds a unique and fun aspect to this wonderful event.

"We really hope to see lots of people lining the sidewalks and cheering on Main Street. Last year, our honored guests were so excited to see everyone cheering for them as they the cruised up and down Main."

This year, Night to Shine will celebrate its eighth anniversary as thousands from around the world will come together to honor those with disabilities.

Though this year will look a little different, nothing can keep faith, hope and love from shining as bright as ever, a news release said.

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 </figure>By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays Post Celebration Community Church will host the Night to Shine Hays Shine Thru Parade from 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. Saturday in downtown Hays.Due to COVID concerns, instead of the traditional dance, participants will load up in cars and join a parade down Main Street.Residents are encouraged to line main and cheer on the participants as they pass in their decorated vehicles. Night to Shine is an event that is centered on God’s love for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, ages 14 and older. More than 100 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities from northwest Kansas will be honored at this year’s Night to Shine Hays event."Our team is really excited to be hosting this event in downtown Hays for the second year in a row," said Brent Kaiser, local organizer. "Being in downtown Hays adds a unique and fun aspect to this wonderful event. "We really hope to see lots of people lining the sidewalks and cheering on Main Street. Last year, our honored guests were so excited to see everyone cheering for them as they the cruised up and down Main." This year, Night to Shine will celebrate its eighth anniversary as thousands from around the world will come together to honor those with disabilities.Though this year will look a little different, nothing can keep faith, hope and love from shining as bright as ever, a news release said.

Hays Night to Shine drive-through parade set for Saturday on Main

Pippa&nbsp;White was to perform for the general public on&nbsp;Sunday, February 6, at the Quinter H.S. Auditorium and then do 2 school programs on&nbsp;Monday, February 7, for students there.

This&nbsp;Western Plains Arts Association program&nbsp;is&nbsp;POSTPONED to&nbsp;Sunday, March 20, 3&nbsp;p.m. for the public performance in Quinter and&nbsp;Monday, March 21, for the student presentations.&nbsp; All performances will be held in the Quinter High School Auditorium.

Details of the rescheduled program will be announced closer to the postponed date.

The next WPAA program, New Odyssey Guy, is scheduled for Sunday afternoon, Feb. 20, at the Sharon Springs High School Auditorium.

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 </figure>SubmittedPippa&nbsp;White was to perform for the general public on&nbsp;Sunday, February 6, at the Quinter H.S. Auditorium and then do 2 school programs on&nbsp;Monday, February 7, for students there.This&nbsp;Western Plains Arts Association program&nbsp;is&nbsp;POSTPONED to&nbsp;Sunday, March 20, 3&nbsp;p.m. for the public performance in Quinter and&nbsp;Monday, March 21, for the student presentations.&nbsp; All performances will be held in the Quinter High School Auditorium.Details of the rescheduled program will be announced closer to the postponed date.The next WPAA program, New Odyssey Guy, is scheduled for Sunday afternoon, Feb. 20, at the Sharon Springs High School Auditorium.

WPAA performance in Quinter postponed to March

Hays USD 489 and Thomas More Prep-Marian are among many area schools canceling classes as adverse weather conditions head to northwest Kansas.

Click <a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/5e6fc163afae0f4d5f5d2e4f">HERE</a> for the latest cancellations and delays.

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