TOPEKA - State Treasurer Lynn Rogers has announced an essay contest for all Kansas students in grades 5-12 for a chance to win a $529 investment into a Learning Quest 529 savings account. The contest coincides with College Savings Month, which runs the entire month of September.

“With the cost of higher education increasing over the last decade, Kansas families need all the help they can get to reduce that financial burden so their children and grandchildren have opportunities to achieve their dreams,” said State Treasurer Lynn Rogers. &nbsp;“Learning Quest 529 savings accounts are a great tool to help students save for whatever path they want to pursue after high school, and the purpose of this essay contest is to get students thinking about saving for their future.”

To be eligible for the contest, students must have their parent or guardian&nbsp;<a href="https://forms.gle/mYyXQEYVf7uq5U2YA" target="_blank">submit a form</a>&nbsp;to the Kansas State Treasurer’s Office and include their student’s response to two questions: 1) What do you think the Kansas State Treasurer does? and, 2) If you had $1 million, what would you do with it?

Responses to both questions are required. However, the responses to the second question will be judged by a panel of teachers from around the state who have volunteered their time.

Submissions will be accepted through close of business on October 8, 2021.

Essays will be grouped by grade levels of 5/6, 7/8, 9/10, and 11/12. One winner from each grade level grouping in each Congressional District will be named for a total of 16 winners. Winners will be announced in early November. Taxpayer dollars are not being used for this promotion.

Learning Quest 529 Savings Plans allow any U.S. citizen or resident to open an account or be beneficiary, and there are no age or income limitations. The funds can be used for two-year, four-year, and technical school programs as well as registered apprenticeship programs. They can also be used for graduate school programs and to pay student loans. The funds do not have to be used exclusively in Kansas.

To learn more about Learning Quest 529 Savings Plans, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.learningquest.com/home.html">https://www.learningquest.com/home.html</a>.

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 </figure>News releaseTOPEKA - State Treasurer Lynn Rogers has announced an essay contest for all Kansas students in grades 5-12 for a chance to win a $529 investment into a Learning Quest 529 savings account. The contest coincides with College Savings Month, which runs the entire month of September.“With the cost of higher education increasing over the last decade, Kansas families need all the help they can get to reduce that financial burden so their children and grandchildren have opportunities to achieve their dreams,” said State Treasurer Lynn Rogers. &nbsp;“Learning Quest 529 savings accounts are a great tool to help students save for whatever path they want to pursue after high school, and the purpose of this essay contest is to get students thinking about saving for their future.”To be eligible for the contest, students must have their parent or guardian&nbsp;<a href="https://forms.gle/mYyXQEYVf7uq5U2YA" target="_blank">submit a form</a>&nbsp;to the Kansas State Treasurer’s Office and include their student’s response to two questions: 1) What do you think the Kansas State Treasurer does? and, 2) If you had $1 million, what would you do with it?Responses to both questions are required. However, the responses to the second question will be judged by a panel of teachers from around the state who have volunteered their time.Submissions will be accepted through close of business on October 8, 2021.Essays will be grouped by grade levels of 5/6, 7/8, 9/10, and 11/12. One winner from each grade level grouping in each Congressional District will be named for a total of 16 winners. Winners will be announced in early November. Taxpayer dollars are not being used for this promotion.Learning Quest 529 Savings Plans allow any U.S. citizen or resident to open an account or be beneficiary, and there are no age or income limitations. The funds can be used for two-year, four-year, and technical school programs as well as registered apprenticeship programs. They can also be used for graduate school programs and to pay student loans. The funds do not have to be used exclusively in Kansas.To learn more about Learning Quest 529 Savings Plans, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.learningquest.com/home.html">https://www.learningquest.com/home.html</a>.

Kansas students essay contest announced for College Savings Month; win $529

Phillipsburg community blood drive Thursday

TOPEKA - Poster and video contests where Kansas students can win great prizes and learn about traffic safety are back as part of this year’s Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day safety campaign. The poster contest deadline is Sept. 24, and the video contest deadline is Sept. 26.

In addition, the school, class or booster club of the grand prize-winning students will also receive money as part of the contests’ prizes.

Poster contest:&nbsp;For Kansas students ages 5 to 13 - all students who submit completed poster entries will be eligible for a random prize drawing of a $100 Amazon gift card. A total of 18 regional winners in the six regions and age groups (ages 5-7, ages 8-10 and ages 11-13) will receive a bicycle from the Kansas Turnpike Authority and a helmet from Safe Kids Kansas. Three statewide winners will each receive:

Poster entries must be postmarked by Friday, Sept. 24. Information and entry forms are available&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTA5MDcuNDU1ODU4MTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5rc2RvdC5vcmcvQXNzZXRzL3d3d2tzZG90b3JnL2V2ZW50cy9icmFrZXNvbmZhdGFsaXRpZXMvMjAyMS8yMDIxLVBCRkQtUG9zdGVyLUNvbnRlc3QucGRmP3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSJ9.J_c2jOt3gr-pvb9Ns0oUxuRypBoxRWwBgAixrTFq8ag/s/1410649012/br/111985533801-l" target="_blank">here</a>.

Video contest:&nbsp;For Kansas teens in grades 8-12. Prizes from the KTA include a GoPro, a DJI Stabilizer and a DJI Drone, and the grand prize winner’s school, class or booster club will receive $500.&nbsp;Video entries must be submitted to the KTA by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 26.&nbsp;Entry details are available&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTA5MDcuNDU1ODU4MTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5rc3R1cm5waWtlLmNvbS9jb250ZXN0cz91dG1fbWVkaXVtPWVtYWlsJnV0bV9zb3VyY2U9Z292ZGVsaXZlcnkifQ.dk6yS2F8kD8WTS8rfthkZl0dR499Tpvma_5vJ_Ks3Nc/s/1410649012/br/111985533801-l" target="_blank">here</a>.

About 37,000 people die in traffic crashes each year across the United States. That’s nearly 101 fatalities every day. Let’s encourage everyone – drivers, passengers, pedestrians and cyclists – to exercise caution every day and Put the Brakes on Fatalities.

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT), Kansas Turnpipke Authority (KTA) and other transportation organizations in Kansas are sponsoring the contests. 

More information about Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day is available&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTA5MDcuNDU1ODU4MTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5rc2RvdC5vcmcvZXZlbnRzL1B1dFRoZUJyYWtlc09uRmF0YWxpdGllc0RheS9wYmZkMjAyMS5hc3A_dXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNlPWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5In0.kjGiT5vz1fFNmPeEYFH19geEqzUm0fnVvwzG5Ibd8jI/s/1410649012/br/111985533801-l" target="_blank">here</a>.

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 </figure>KDOTTOPEKA - Poster and video contests where Kansas students can win great prizes and learn about traffic safety are back as part of this year’s Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day safety campaign. The poster contest deadline is Sept. 24, and the video contest deadline is Sept. 26.In addition, the school, class or booster club of the grand prize-winning students will also receive money as part of the contests’ prizes.Poster contest:&nbsp;For Kansas students ages 5 to 13 - all students who submit completed poster entries will be eligible for a random prize drawing of a $100 Amazon gift card. A total of 18 regional winners in the six regions and age groups (ages 5-7, ages 8-10 and ages 11-13) will receive a bicycle from the Kansas Turnpike Authority and a helmet from Safe Kids Kansas. Three statewide winners will each receive:<ul>
 <li>Kindle Fire Tablet and case from the KTA;</li><li>$50 Amazon gift card from Fuel True/Independent Energy and Convenience;</li><li>Movie passes from AAA Kansas; and</li><li>$200 for the school, class or the booster club.</li>
 </ul>Poster entries must be postmarked by Friday, Sept. 24. Information and entry forms are available&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTA5MDcuNDU1ODU4MTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5rc2RvdC5vcmcvQXNzZXRzL3d3d2tzZG90b3JnL2V2ZW50cy9icmFrZXNvbmZhdGFsaXRpZXMvMjAyMS8yMDIxLVBCRkQtUG9zdGVyLUNvbnRlc3QucGRmP3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSJ9.J_c2jOt3gr-pvb9Ns0oUxuRypBoxRWwBgAixrTFq8ag/s/1410649012/br/111985533801-l" target="_blank">here</a>.Video contest:&nbsp;For Kansas teens in grades 8-12. Prizes from the KTA include a GoPro, a DJI Stabilizer and a DJI Drone, and the grand prize winner’s school, class or booster club will receive $500.&nbsp;Video entries must be submitted to the KTA by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 26.&nbsp;Entry details are available&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTA5MDcuNDU1ODU4MTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5rc3R1cm5waWtlLmNvbS9jb250ZXN0cz91dG1fbWVkaXVtPWVtYWlsJnV0bV9zb3VyY2U9Z292ZGVsaXZlcnkifQ.dk6yS2F8kD8WTS8rfthkZl0dR499Tpvma_5vJ_Ks3Nc/s/1410649012/br/111985533801-l" target="_blank">here</a>.About 37,000 people die in traffic crashes each year across the United States. That’s nearly 101 fatalities every day. Let’s encourage everyone – drivers, passengers, pedestrians and cyclists – to exercise caution every day and Put the Brakes on Fatalities.The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT), Kansas Turnpipke Authority (KTA) and other transportation organizations in Kansas are sponsoring the contests. More information about Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day is available&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTA5MDcuNDU1ODU4MTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5rc2RvdC5vcmcvZXZlbnRzL1B1dFRoZUJyYWtlc09uRmF0YWxpdGllc0RheS9wYmZkMjAyMS5hc3A_dXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNlPWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5In0.kjGiT5vz1fFNmPeEYFH19geEqzUm0fnVvwzG5Ibd8jI/s/1410649012/br/111985533801-l" target="_blank">here</a>.

Contests for students aim to 'Put the Brakes on Fatalities'

The <a href="https://climateandenergy.org/">Climate and Energy Project</a> (CEP) is a Hutchinson-based non-partisan 501(c)3 nonprofit driving practical solutions for an equitable transition for a clean energy future.&nbsp;

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Nominate your choice of great work for climate or energy issues in Kansas

MUNJOR - Part of Munjor Water District customers on 280th Ave will have the water turned off for maintenance&nbsp;repairs around 11:00 a.m.&nbsp;

For questions, call&nbsp;Colleen Nieman, Munjor Water District, at 785-737-6180.&nbsp;&nbsp;

SubmittedMUNJOR - Part of Munjor Water District customers on 280th Ave will have the water turned off for maintenance&nbsp;repairs around 11:00 a.m.&nbsp; For questions, call&nbsp;Colleen Nieman, Munjor Water District, at 785-737-6180.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Water off today for some Munjor Water District customers 

The FHSU Tiger Fitness Center will be hosting a 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb and Walk. The goal is to host a memorial event of what happened 20 years ago.

Cover image courtesy&nbsp;<a href="https://pixabay.com/users/12019-12019/?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=100720">David Mark</a>&nbsp;from&nbsp;<a href="https://pixabay.com/?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=100720">Pixabay</a>

SubmittedThe FHSU Tiger Fitness Center will be hosting a 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb and Walk. The goal is to host a memorial event of what happened 20 years ago.<ul>
 <li>The firefighters on 9/11 climbed 110 flights of stairs to reach victims. Participants can climb the same number of stairs in remembrance, can walk the same distance, have a combination of the two or participate at their own level in remembrance of all the lives lost and impacted on that day.</li><li>Individuals are able to choose what they want to do for the event, no obligation on stairs or walking or how far either.</li><li>Free of charge</li><li>Lewis Field</li><li>Saturday, September 11</li><li>Registration and waiver release at 7:10</li><li>Online Pre-register at:&nbsp;<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScCM94cE8-K48W8m_3kdK-e-1UAh880VzeJbvkynyJmyX4K3A/viewform">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScCM94cE8-K48W8m_3kdK-e-1UAh880VzeJbvkynyJmyX4K3A/viewform</a></li><li>Event starts at 7:46 a.m., the time the first plane hit the World Trade Center</li>
 </ul>Cover image courtesy&nbsp;<a href="https://pixabay.com/users/12019-12019/?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=100720">David Mark</a>&nbsp;from&nbsp;<a href="https://pixabay.com/?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=100720">Pixabay</a>

9/11 Memorial Stair Climb and Walk set for Lewis Field

	The Daughters of IsabellaI, Isabella Circle #254, Hays, KS is working on the state convention.

The bi-annual convention of the Daughters of Isabella will be held Sept. 24 to 26 in western Kansas.&nbsp; This is a state convention and women from 24 Circles from across Kansas will be attending.&nbsp; In addition, state officers, State Chaplin Rev. Andrew Berkgamp, and International Regent Susanne Suchy will be in attendance. Committees have been appointed, and members are busy with various tasks. &nbsp;

The venue is Hilton Garden Inn in Hays. Hosting circles this year are:

Items of business will include Election of New State Officers; Standing &amp; Internal Rules changes will be voted on; and each Local Circles’ books will be audited.	

The service project for the convention is "Blessing Bags." These bags are gallon zipper bags filled with various sample-size hygiene products and a few snacks.&nbsp; Filled bags are donated to the four Catholic Charities Departments located in each of the dioceses.&nbsp; Businesses are asked to contact their local D of I circle if they have any items to donate for the project.

A memorial service for deceased members will be held on Friday followed by installation of local circle officers. &nbsp;

After the business meeting, evening events on Saturday include a banquet, dessert reception honoring the International Regent, and an oral auction. Sunday will include a Convention Mass, installation of newly elected state officers, brunch, and announcement of state award winners and the raffle prize winners. &nbsp;

State Regent, Belinda Kasper, welcomes all members to the convention and is looking forward to seeing all of our Kansas Daughters of Isabella Sisters. She is also very excited to have our State Convention in Western Kansas!

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 <li>Isabella Circle #254 - Hays</li><li>St. Gilbert Circle #323 - Ellis</li><li>St. Paul Circle #400 – Angelus/Grinnell</li><li>St. Catherine Circle #686 – Oakley</li><li>Immaculate Heart of Mary Circle #747 – Colby</li>
 </ul>Items of business will include Election of New State Officers; Standing &amp; Internal Rules changes will be voted on; and each Local Circles’ books will be audited.	The service project for the convention is "Blessing Bags." These bags are gallon zipper bags filled with various sample-size hygiene products and a few snacks.&nbsp; Filled bags are donated to the four Catholic Charities Departments located in each of the dioceses.&nbsp; Businesses are asked to contact their local D of I circle if they have any items to donate for the project.A memorial service for deceased members will be held on Friday followed by installation of local circle officers. &nbsp;After the business meeting, evening events on Saturday include a banquet, dessert reception honoring the International Regent, and an oral auction. Sunday will include a Convention Mass, installation of newly elected state officers, brunch, and announcement of state award winners and the raffle prize winners. &nbsp;State Regent, Belinda Kasper, welcomes all members to the convention and is looking forward to seeing all of our Kansas Daughters of Isabella Sisters. She is also very excited to have our State Convention in Western Kansas!

Daughters of Isabella to hold state convention in Hays this month

Enjoy 55th annual Luray Friendship Day Sunday

ELLIS - The Big Boy Locomotive is scheduled to pass through Ellis at 9 a.m. on Saturday.

The Foundation will be nearby selling donuts and coffee starting at 8 a.m. and host a hot dog BBQ at 11 a.m. The proceeds will be collected by the Foundation and go towards track repairs for the miniature aerotrain rides.

Most of the track has been repaired with new railroad ties and gravel, replacing rotten wood and uneven surfaces. Volunteers have been working hard to get this accomplished and there is about 1/4 left of the track to fund and repair. 

Please consider supporting this project either through a donut and hot dog purchase, or through a private donation to the Foundation.&nbsp;

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 </figure>ELLIS - The Big Boy Locomotive is scheduled to pass through Ellis at 9 a.m. on Saturday.The Foundation will be nearby selling donuts and coffee starting at 8 a.m. and host a hot dog BBQ at 11 a.m. The proceeds will be collected by the Foundation and go towards track repairs for the miniature aerotrain rides.Most of the track has been repaired with new railroad ties and gravel, replacing rotten wood and uneven surfaces. Volunteers have been working hard to get this accomplished and there is about 1/4 left of the track to fund and repair. Please consider supporting this project either through a donut and hot dog purchase, or through a private donation to the Foundation.&nbsp;

Big Boy's return to Ellis includes fundraisers for local aerotrain track repair

City of Hays offices will be closed on Monday in observance of the Labor Day holiday.

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City of Hays offices closed Monday for Labor Day holiday

Eagle Radio of Hays and Hays Post is proud to announce an upgrade to our popular high school sports video streams for the 2021-22 seasons.

Eagle has partnered with a new software provider and invested in upgrades of video and other production equipment, as well as production personnel.

"We know how popular our video streams of football and basketball games have become over the years, and it was time to up the quality for the thousands of people who tune in on their computer, cellphone or smart TV," said Todd Lynd, Eagle Radio of Hays general manager.

Streams of Hays High School and Thomas More Prep-Marian games can be found weekly at HaysPost.com or you can bookmark <a href="https://team1sports.com/eaglecommunications/">THIS LINK</a> on your smart device. The streams will no longer be broadcast via YouTube.

Dustin Armbruster will return as the voice of the Hays High Indians, and Jonathan Zweygardt again will handle play-by-play duties for the TMP-M Monarchs.

Indian games can also be heard on KFIX 96.9, and the Monarchs can be heard on 99.5 KHAZ.

“We’re happy we’ve been able to offer video streaming along with our radio broadcasts," said Gerard Wellbrock, Eagle Radio of Hays sports director. "This upgrade should make that product even better for our listening and viewing public.”

The Indians kick off their 2021 campaign at 7 p.m. Friday against Wichita East, and the Monarchs open at 7 p.m. Friday against Oakley.

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 </figure>Eagle Radio of Hays and Hays Post is proud to announce an upgrade to our popular high school sports video streams for the 2021-22 seasons.Eagle has partnered with a new software provider and invested in upgrades of video and other production equipment, as well as production personnel."We know how popular our video streams of football and basketball games have become over the years, and it was time to up the quality for the thousands of people who tune in on their computer, cellphone or smart TV," said Todd Lynd, Eagle Radio of Hays general manager.Streams of Hays High School and Thomas More Prep-Marian games can be found weekly at HaysPost.com or you can bookmark <a href="https://team1sports.com/eaglecommunications/">THIS LINK</a> on your smart device. The streams will no longer be broadcast via YouTube.Dustin Armbruster will return as the voice of the Hays High Indians, and Jonathan Zweygardt again will handle play-by-play duties for the TMP-M Monarchs.Indian games can also be heard on KFIX 96.9, and the Monarchs can be heard on 99.5 KHAZ.“We’re happy we’ve been able to offer video streaming along with our radio broadcasts," said Gerard Wellbrock, Eagle Radio of Hays sports director. "This upgrade should make that product even better for our listening and viewing public.”The Indians kick off their 2021 campaign at 7 p.m. Friday against Wichita East, and the Monarchs open at 7 p.m. Friday against Oakley.

Eagle crews set for upgraded live streams of HHS, TMP-M games

The "Keep It Clean Kansas" Calendar Contest is happening now. One winner from each grade K-12 will be featured in our calendar distributed to over 17,000 people. 

Any Kansas student K-12 can participate. 

For more information, visit: <a href="https://www.kdheks.gov/waste/KICKcalendarcontest.html?fbclid=IwAR2Au1QvXVoY2Et1ICARehwOp2SBAkStGNb790o-iXCxxKeDdVOMFiTEmPU" target="_blank">https://www.kdheks.gov/waste/KICKcalendarcontest.html</a>

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'Keep It Clean Kansas' calendar art contest open to K-12 Kansas students

DODGE CITY - The Kansas Cowboy Hall of Fame Committee requests nominations of living or deceased individuals for consideration for induction into the Kansas Cowboy Hall of Fame.

Any organization or individual may nominate a qualified person for consideration. The Kansas Cowboy Hall of Fame Committee meets annually to evaluate and determine inductees. 

Nominations are accepted in the following categories:

* ⁠⁠Working Cowboy⁠ * Rodeo Cowboy ⁠* Rancher/Cattleman ⁠* Cowboy Historian ⁠* Cowboy Entertainer/Artist

⁠⁠Application deadline is September 15.

The ⁠⁠Kansas Cowboy Hall of Fame 2021 Induction Ceremony is Nov. 13 at Boot Hill Museum in Dodge City. ⁠⁠

Visit our website to learn more about the Kansas Cowboy Hall of Fame. <a href="https://www.boothill.org/kansas-cowboy-hall-of-fame-application">https://www.boothill.org/kansas-cowboy-hall-of-fame-application⁠</a>⁠&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>SubmittedDODGE CITY - The Kansas Cowboy Hall of Fame Committee requests nominations of living or deceased individuals for consideration for induction into the Kansas Cowboy Hall of Fame.Any organization or individual may nominate a qualified person for consideration. The Kansas Cowboy Hall of Fame Committee meets annually to evaluate and determine inductees. Nominations are accepted in the following categories:* ⁠⁠Working Cowboy⁠ * Rodeo Cowboy ⁠* Rancher/Cattleman ⁠* Cowboy Historian ⁠* Cowboy Entertainer/Artist ⁠⁠Application deadline is September 15.The ⁠⁠Kansas Cowboy Hall of Fame 2021 Induction Ceremony is Nov. 13 at Boot Hill Museum in Dodge City. ⁠⁠Visit our website to learn more about the Kansas Cowboy Hall of Fame. <a href="https://www.boothill.org/kansas-cowboy-hall-of-fame-application">https://www.boothill.org/kansas-cowboy-hall-of-fame-application⁠</a>⁠&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kansas Cowboy Hall of Fame nominations open through Sept. 15

Former St. Joseph School to clean out building for pending sale to developer

Holy Cross Church in Pfeifer will host a Mass to commemorate the feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross at 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 12.

 Celebrants will be Bishop Gerald Vincke and Father Reggie Urban. Music will be provided by Trilogy. Seed wheat will be blessed.

There will be a social in the school building following the Mass. Everyone is welcome to attend.&nbsp;

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 </figure>SubmittedHoly Cross Church in Pfeifer will host a Mass to commemorate the feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross at 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 12. Celebrants will be Bishop Gerald Vincke and Father Reggie Urban. Music will be provided by Trilogy. Seed wheat will be blessed.There will be a social in the school building following the Mass. Everyone is welcome to attend.&nbsp;

Pfeifer's Holy Cross to host annual Mass

Due to the observance of the Labor Day on Monday, refuse/recycling route collection schedules will be altered as follows: 

* Monday and Tuesday routes will be picked up on Tuesday. 

* There is no anticipated change to Wednesday, Thursday or Friday collection schedules. 

Although collections may not occur on your normal day, collections will be completed during the week. 

It is anticipated that heavy volumes of refuse/recycling will be encountered around the holidays. Make sure your refuse and recycling are out by 7 a.m., and keep in mind that the trucks have no set time schedule. 

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 </figure>City of HaysDue to the observance of the Labor Day on Monday, refuse/recycling route collection schedules will be altered as follows: * Monday and Tuesday routes will be picked up on Tuesday. * There is no anticipated change to Wednesday, Thursday or Friday collection schedules. Although collections may not occur on your normal day, collections will be completed during the week. It is anticipated that heavy volumes of refuse/recycling will be encountered around the holidays. Make sure your refuse and recycling are out by 7 a.m., and keep in mind that the trucks have no set time schedule. For more information, call 785-628-7350.

Refuse/recyling collection changes for Labor Day holiday

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Girl Scout sign-up night Sept. 2 at Big Creek Crossing

The fourth and final phase of the North Vine Street Corridor Improvement Project begins on or about Sept. 7.&nbsp;

 John Braun, Hays project manager, made the announcement Aug. 31. The two-year project is being built by Smoky Hill Construction, Salina.&nbsp;

During this final phase, traffic in the construction zone on Vine Street from 35th Street to 43rd Street will be shifted to the outside lanes of Vine so that the centers of the roundabouts can be constructed. 

Like previous phases, left turns are not allowed in areas of construction where traffic is reduced to a single lane. Only right turns will be allowed to and from the I-70 ramps and various intersections. 

The currently posted detours will continue to direct traffic through the construction zones. 

This phase of construction is expected to take a few months with an anticipated completion by the end of the year, weather permitting. 

All this information and more can be found on the project webpage at <a href="https://www.haysusa.com/515/North-Vine-Street-Corridor-Improvements">haysusa.com/vine</a> or by contacting the Office of Project Management at 785-628-7350.

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 </figure>City of HaysThe fourth and final phase of the North Vine Street Corridor Improvement Project begins on or about Sept. 7.&nbsp; John Braun, Hays project manager, made the announcement Aug. 31. The two-year project is being built by Smoky Hill Construction, Salina.&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>During this final phase, traffic in the construction zone on Vine Street from 35th Street to 43rd Street will be shifted to the outside lanes of Vine so that the centers of the roundabouts can be constructed. Like previous phases, left turns are not allowed in areas of construction where traffic is reduced to a single lane. Only right turns will be allowed to and from the I-70 ramps and various intersections. The currently posted detours will continue to direct traffic through the construction zones. This phase of construction is expected to take a few months with an anticipated completion by the end of the year, weather permitting. All this information and more can be found on the project webpage at <a href="https://www.haysusa.com/515/North-Vine-Street-Corridor-Improvements">haysusa.com/vine</a> or by contacting the Office of Project Management at 785-628-7350.

🎥 Final phase of Vine Street roundabout construction to start next week

This is a great opportunity for club leaders, project leaders, or any 4-H volunteer. Interested in serving as a 4-H volunteer? Contact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/michelle.engemannberan?__cft__[0]=AZUU3sVTNU3Q0SuYoFJrasWfOSgiBZ0oavFFIBSudtlNr6bal2YwulNvGzhdQs5_t65W_mG-L6JmRTJJhXtlHsxpOWhOvHz0wzELn6Cp78Z2wQ4A9oBy-Q0zmioZxmRadWmRrY7hkYWLWFk4Bonsymn1yvZBPGiU8pjCTSu4J38khIchffuHU9JAxy1Yt3-m4VR0C38vo48MflVOaG2l8YVPeyEDwUeXoZXGtM5knoqyqg&amp;__tn__=-]K*F">Michelle Beran</a>&nbsp;or Susan Schlichting at 785-628-9430.

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 </figure>This is a great opportunity for club leaders, project leaders, or any 4-H volunteer. Interested in serving as a 4-H volunteer? Contact&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/michelle.engemannberan?__cft__[0]=AZUU3sVTNU3Q0SuYoFJrasWfOSgiBZ0oavFFIBSudtlNr6bal2YwulNvGzhdQs5_t65W_mG-L6JmRTJJhXtlHsxpOWhOvHz0wzELn6Cp78Z2wQ4A9oBy-Q0zmioZxmRadWmRrY7hkYWLWFk4Bonsymn1yvZBPGiU8pjCTSu4J38khIchffuHU9JAxy1Yt3-m4VR0C38vo48MflVOaG2l8YVPeyEDwUeXoZXGtM5knoqyqg&amp;__tn__=-]K*F">Michelle Beran</a>&nbsp;or Susan Schlichting at 785-628-9430.

4-H volunteer training offered virtually by Cottonwood Extension District

Applications are still open for employers in northwest Kansas interested in a Fort Hays State University spring or summer intern.

Thanks to a grant from the Dane G. Hansen Foundation, funding was made possible for 25 paid internships during the 2021-22 academic year, including the summer 2022 term.

Applications for spring and summer interns will be accepted through September 17th.

Eligible employers must be located within the Hansen Foundation’s 26-county service area: the block of counties stretching from the Cheyenne-Wallace County east, including the Republic-Saline County area and Ellsworth County.

Interested employers should go to the Career Services page on the FHSU website (<a href="http://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=-2BFJoAhsjp8losQfY8t-2BZtG5PucV5OyxhgJ0tnlB5qvSeVHTGbbIP-2B3deK9cQnLkt-2FHslK7jhKLG-2BZV4Ad4pXsZGYo2COHsq4fX3QO1d0XKo-3DXgAR_-2FnwFlkKVzcKMOkDYhP8GUyFUplsqhIzQPvqFQr864lE6mcAzErX0FzZi5JGU6rvvK6MLOuHK4jhl5V61fmGkhToZRMbpEKBDAFMZ0jElT3tJmz7vmG2Oh1wrxpMGOIem81MMGaTDGL6f7nI-2FUHsG01xoXrThap7-2B4uEAb2tfU0V8woNCpOGh7My6QkmIP1qOfBrCKQj3oipD5sVBgQ6PXfLMs6polvotkB7kkO4Bt6MZULNNFleXJwbSae7vJU9De7ncgs-2BuB8PrpE43yzjRYOvw6mFd91tAMhwOhKzBq-2FExGGIJROID2p7cbo1nEnkJo53cGv0zI6Scf9IrI8D7czx7L-2BHFz6Yew6vEH1rk-2Bz7iYYxdrEkBWL8T3kQKtXGWmTNwiqX9NffYXYVDjc4PFw-3D-3D">fhsu.edu/career/employers/hansen-internship-program</a>) to learn more about the program and complete the application. Employers will be asked to provide a detailed job description for the internship.

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 </figure>FHSU University RelationsApplications are still open for employers in northwest Kansas interested in a Fort Hays State University spring or summer intern.Thanks to a grant from the Dane G. Hansen Foundation, funding was made possible for 25 paid internships during the 2021-22 academic year, including the summer 2022 term.Applications for spring and summer interns will be accepted through September 17th.Eligible employers must be located within the Hansen Foundation’s 26-county service area: the block of counties stretching from the Cheyenne-Wallace County east, including the Republic-Saline County area and Ellsworth County.Interested employers should go to the Career Services page on the FHSU website (<a href="http://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=-2BFJoAhsjp8losQfY8t-2BZtG5PucV5OyxhgJ0tnlB5qvSeVHTGbbIP-2B3deK9cQnLkt-2FHslK7jhKLG-2BZV4Ad4pXsZGYo2COHsq4fX3QO1d0XKo-3DXgAR_-2FnwFlkKVzcKMOkDYhP8GUyFUplsqhIzQPvqFQr864lE6mcAzErX0FzZi5JGU6rvvK6MLOuHK4jhl5V61fmGkhToZRMbpEKBDAFMZ0jElT3tJmz7vmG2Oh1wrxpMGOIem81MMGaTDGL6f7nI-2FUHsG01xoXrThap7-2B4uEAb2tfU0V8woNCpOGh7My6QkmIP1qOfBrCKQj3oipD5sVBgQ6PXfLMs6polvotkB7kkO4Bt6MZULNNFleXJwbSae7vJU9De7ncgs-2BuB8PrpE43yzjRYOvw6mFd91tAMhwOhKzBq-2FExGGIJROID2p7cbo1nEnkJo53cGv0zI6Scf9IrI8D7czx7L-2BHFz6Yew6vEH1rk-2Bz7iYYxdrEkBWL8T3kQKtXGWmTNwiqX9NffYXYVDjc4PFw-3D-3D">fhsu.edu/career/employers/hansen-internship-program</a>) to learn more about the program and complete the application. Employers will be asked to provide a detailed job description for the internship.

Employer application deadline for Hansen interns is Sept. 17

&nbsp;MARQUETTE - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) at Kanopolis Lake will not be issuing Hunting Equipment Permits this hunting season due to COVID-19 concerns. The Hunting Equipment Permit Program hunting policies and regulations still apply with the only change of not requiring the physical permit tag.&nbsp;

This free permit allows individuals to keep privately owned tree stands, blinds, and game cameras for more than a 24-hour period on USACE public access areas. In lieu of the permit tag for the 2021-22&nbsp;hunting season, USACE is requesting that hunters place their Kansas Dept. of Wildlife and Parks&nbsp;license number on any equipment placed on Kanopolis federally managed public lands as they would on state managed public lands.

Friendly reminders to hunters on USACE managed land:

For more information see our contact data below:

Website:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nwk.usace.army.mil/Locations/District-Lakes/Kanopolis-Lake/">https://www.nwk.usace.army.mil/Locations/District-Lakes/Kanopolis-Lake/</a>

Email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:brandon.l.beckman@usace.army.mil">kanopolis@usace.army.mil</a>

For additional questions, contact Kanopolis Project Office at 785-546-2294 or by email.

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 </figure>USACE&nbsp;MARQUETTE - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) at Kanopolis Lake will not be issuing Hunting Equipment Permits this hunting season due to COVID-19 concerns. The Hunting Equipment Permit Program hunting policies and regulations still apply with the only change of not requiring the physical permit tag.&nbsp;This free permit allows individuals to keep privately owned tree stands, blinds, and game cameras for more than a 24-hour period on USACE public access areas. In lieu of the permit tag for the 2021-22&nbsp;hunting season, USACE is requesting that hunters place their Kansas Dept. of Wildlife and Parks&nbsp;license number on any equipment placed on Kanopolis federally managed public lands as they would on state managed public lands.Friendly reminders to hunters on USACE managed land:<ul>
 <li>Operation and/or parking of a vehicle off authorized roadways is prohibited. Do not proceed past any gates open or closed with any vehicle. Wildlife areas are walk-in only.</li><li>All garbage, trash, or any other waste must be removed from project lands or deposited in appropriate receptacles.</li><li>Cutting of trees or parts of trees is prohibited. Any tree, shrub or other vegetation may not be damaged in any way, shape or form. *screw in steps, bow holders, trail markers or any other device that could damage a tree are strictly prohibited.</li><li>Private lands border public areas. Know your boundaries and do not trespass.</li><li>Commercial guiding is prohibited on public lands.</li><li>Baiting of any kind is prohibited on public lands.</li><li>Be ethical and respectful to your fellow hunters and public land users.&nbsp;</li>
 </ul>For more information see our contact data below:Website:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nwk.usace.army.mil/Locations/District-Lakes/Kanopolis-Lake/">https://www.nwk.usace.army.mil/Locations/District-Lakes/Kanopolis-Lake/</a>Facebook: @kanopolislakeusaceEmail:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:brandon.l.beckman@usace.army.mil">kanopolis@usace.army.mil</a>For additional questions, contact Kanopolis Project Office at 785-546-2294 or by email.

No hunting equipment permits issued at Kanopolis Lake due to COVID

Blood drive at Hays High School Friday; critical need

&nbsp; An updated calendar of events is available on the Hays CVB website at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.visithays.com/calendar.aspx">www.visithays.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; An updated calendar of events is available on the Hays CVB website at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.visithays.com/calendar.aspx">www.visithays.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

September community activities and events in Hays

Grow Hays / Ellis County E-Community, in association with the Network Kansas E-Community Partnership, has announced the Ice House Entrepreneurship Program will be offered at BriefSpace in Hays. 

Sessions will be held 6 to 830 p.m. on Wednesday evening beginning Sept. 22 and running through Nov. 3. Registration is $150 per participant. Students are $75. Participants can save $75 with the Early Bird Registration Discount if registered before Aug. 31.

The goal of the course is to teach participants to develop an entrepreneurial mindset. Taught by James Foster, a certified Ice House facilitator, this interactive seven-week program provides practical entrepreneurial lessons through first-hand experiences of successful, real-life entrepreneurs.

Based on the book "Who Owns the Ice House," this curriculum consists of video interviews and case studies along with individual assignments, assessments, and discussion topics. This popular course is offered only a handful of times per year across the state and Grow Hays has brought this course to the community for the second time.

"We hope this course will expose you to a new way of thinking, recognize opportunities, ignite your ambition and foster the habits that will enable you to succeed. Those who complete the program will learn how to develop the mindset skills that enable you to recognize and evaluate opportunities regardless of your chosen path," said Shelley Paasch, Ice House facilitator.

Participants can save $75 with the Early Bird Registration Discount if registered before Aug 31.

To register for the Ice House Entrepreneurship Program or for more information, contact Ernee Sly, at 785.628.3102 or email <a href="mailto:ernee@growhays.com">ernee@growhays.com</a>.

For more information about NetWork Kansas or the E-Community Partnership, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.networkkansas.com">www.networkkansas.com</a>.

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 </figure>Grow HaysGrow Hays / Ellis County E-Community, in association with the Network Kansas E-Community Partnership, has announced the Ice House Entrepreneurship Program will be offered at BriefSpace in Hays. Sessions will be held 6 to 830 p.m. on Wednesday evening beginning Sept. 22 and running through Nov. 3. Registration is $150 per participant. Students are $75. Participants can save $75 with the Early Bird Registration Discount if registered before Aug. 31.The goal of the course is to teach participants to develop an entrepreneurial mindset. Taught by James Foster, a certified Ice House facilitator, this interactive seven-week program provides practical entrepreneurial lessons through first-hand experiences of successful, real-life entrepreneurs.Based on the book "Who Owns the Ice House," this curriculum consists of video interviews and case studies along with individual assignments, assessments, and discussion topics. This popular course is offered only a handful of times per year across the state and Grow Hays has brought this course to the community for the second time."We hope this course will expose you to a new way of thinking, recognize opportunities, ignite your ambition and foster the habits that will enable you to succeed. Those who complete the program will learn how to develop the mindset skills that enable you to recognize and evaluate opportunities regardless of your chosen path," said Shelley Paasch, Ice House facilitator.Participants can save $75 with the Early Bird Registration Discount if registered before Aug 31.To register for the Ice House Entrepreneurship Program or for more information, contact Ernee Sly, at 785.628.3102 or email <a href="mailto:ernee@growhays.com">ernee@growhays.com</a>.For more information about NetWork Kansas or the E-Community Partnership, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.networkkansas.com">www.networkkansas.com</a>.

Grow Hays to host 'Think Like an Entrepreneur' training

&nbsp;This open vacancy will run through December 2021.

Interested individuals should provide a letter of interest to Jess Reling, USD 489 Board Clerk.

The letter should include a statement of interest, qualifications for the position (including a residential address within the district), and a description of how their appointment will supplement the board and benefit the district.

Letters of interest can be emailed to Jess Reling at jreling@usd489.com, mailed to 323 W. 12th St., Hays KS 67601 or delivered in person. Questions, please call 785-623-2400.

USD 489 Board of Education Vacancy.&nbsp;This open vacancy will run through December 2021.Interested individuals should provide a letter of interest to Jess Reling, USD 489 Board Clerk.The letter should include a statement of interest, qualifications for the position (including a residential address within the district), and a description of how their appointment will supplement the board and benefit the district.Letters of interest can be emailed to Jess Reling at jreling@usd489.com, mailed to 323 W. 12th St., Hays KS 67601 or delivered in person. Questions, please call 785-623-2400.

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