 Due to the observance of the Memorial Day on May 31, the refuse/recycling route collection schedules in Hays will be altered as follows: Monday, May 31, 2021 and Tuesday, June 1, 2021 will be picked up on Tuesday, June 1, 2021. 

There is no anticipated change to Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday’s 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. Please make sure your refuse and recycling are out by 7:00 a.m., and keep in mind that the trucks have no set time schedule. 

City of Hays customers that may have any questions regarding this notice should contact the Solid Waste Division of the Public Works Department at 785-628-7350.

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 </figure>City of Hays Due to the observance of the Memorial Day on May 31, the refuse/recycling route collection schedules in Hays will be altered as follows: Monday, May 31, 2021 and Tuesday, June 1, 2021 will be picked up on Tuesday, June 1, 2021. There is no anticipated change to Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday’s 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. Please make sure your refuse and recycling are out by 7:00 a.m., and keep in mind that the trucks have no set time schedule. City of Hays customers that may have any questions regarding this notice should contact the Solid Waste Division of the Public Works Department at 785-628-7350.

Refuse/recycling collection scheduled changed for Memorial Day holiday

City of Hays offices will be closed on May 31 in observance of Memorial Day.

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City offices closed Monday for Memorial Day holiday

Online sale date is June 1 for Kansas Biggest Rodeo

PHILLIPSBURG — Online tickets go on sale Tuesday, June 1 at 8 a.m. for the 92nd&nbsp;annual Kansas Biggest Rodeo in Phillipsburg. The website to purchase tickets is&nbsp;<a href="http://kansasbiggestrodeo.com/">KansasBiggestRodeo.com</a>.

This is the second year for tickets to be offered online, and it’s gone well, said committee chairman JD Shelton.

“We had a good response to the online sales last year,” he said. “It’s convenient for people and makes it easy for out-of-town people to buy tickets.”

The rodeo takes place August 5-7 at the rodeo grounds north of Phillipsburg.

Specialty act for this year is Tricked Out Trick Riders, featuring the Navarre girls. Dusta Kimzey O’Connell is the main trick rider for the Tricked Out company; the Navarre girls are Shyla and Layna, the daughters of Corey and Melissa (Riddle) Navarre.

Barrelman for this year’s rodeo is Justin Rumford. This will be Rumford’s third time as a rodeo clown in Phillipsburg; he is a seven-time PRCA Clown of the Year Award winner.

Randy Corley will call the play-by-play action as rodeo announcer, and Beutler and Son Rodeo Co. will provide the bucking horses and bulls.

Tickets will go on sale in person on July 1 at Heritage Insurance (785 Third Street, Phillipsburg). They can be purchased in person and over the phone with a credit card (785.543.2448).&nbsp;

A convenience fee of $1.25 and a credit card charge is applied to all tickets purchased by credit and debit card, whether they are purchased online and in person or over the phone at Heritage Insurance Group in Phillipsburg.&nbsp;

This year’s rodeo will be held August 5-7 in Phillipsburg and begins at 8 pm each night. Ticket prices for reserved seating are $19 for adults and $15 for children. General admission tickets for Thursday, August 5 are $16 for adults and $12 for children. General admission tickets for Fri., August 6 and Sat., August 7 are $17 for adults and $13 for children. Children ages 3-12 can receive the discount children price.&nbsp;

Thursday, August 5 is Family Night at the rodeo, with all kids ages 10 and under receiving a free ticket with the purchase of an adult ticket.

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 <figcaption>A bull rider attempts an eight second ride at the 2020 Phillipsburg (Kan.) rodeo. Tickets go on sale online June 1 at <a href="http://kansasbiggestrodeo.com/">www.kansasbiggestrodeo.com</a>. Photo courtesy Terri Abrahamson. </figcaption>
 </figure><h2>Online sale date is June 1 for Kansas Biggest Rodeo</h2>PHILLIPSBURG — Online tickets go on sale Tuesday, June 1 at 8 a.m. for the 92nd&nbsp;annual Kansas Biggest Rodeo in Phillipsburg. The website to purchase tickets is&nbsp;<a href="http://kansasbiggestrodeo.com/">KansasBiggestRodeo.com</a>.This is the second year for tickets to be offered online, and it’s gone well, said committee chairman JD Shelton.“We had a good response to the online sales last year,” he said. “It’s convenient for people and makes it easy for out-of-town people to buy tickets.”The rodeo takes place August 5-7 at the rodeo grounds north of Phillipsburg.Specialty act for this year is Tricked Out Trick Riders, featuring the Navarre girls. Dusta Kimzey O’Connell is the main trick rider for the Tricked Out company; the Navarre girls are Shyla and Layna, the daughters of Corey and Melissa (Riddle) Navarre.Barrelman for this year’s rodeo is Justin Rumford. This will be Rumford’s third time as a rodeo clown in Phillipsburg; he is a seven-time PRCA Clown of the Year Award winner.Randy Corley will call the play-by-play action as rodeo announcer, and Beutler and Son Rodeo Co. will provide the bucking horses and bulls.Tickets will go on sale in person on July 1 at Heritage Insurance (785 Third Street, Phillipsburg). They can be purchased in person and over the phone with a credit card (785.543.2448).&nbsp;A convenience fee of $1.25 and a credit card charge is applied to all tickets purchased by credit and debit card, whether they are purchased online and in person or over the phone at Heritage Insurance Group in Phillipsburg.&nbsp;This year’s rodeo will be held August 5-7 in Phillipsburg and begins at 8 pm each night. Ticket prices for reserved seating are $19 for adults and $15 for children. General admission tickets for Thursday, August 5 are $16 for adults and $12 for children. General admission tickets for Fri., August 6 and Sat., August 7 are $17 for adults and $13 for children. Children ages 3-12 can receive the discount children price.&nbsp;Thursday, August 5 is Family Night at the rodeo, with all kids ages 10 and under receiving a free ticket with the purchase of an adult ticket.

Tickets set to go on sale for Phillipsburg rodeo

New Ellis swimming pool scheduled to open June 1

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Utica MayDay FunDays Friday and Saturday 

We have a great event called Super 4-H Saturday scheduled for Saturday, June 5. 

Due to COVID restrictions, we're asking participants to pre-register by Friday, May 28 for the contests and times that they will participate.

Here's the link:&nbsp;<a href="https://signup.com/go/pAPkrVQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://signup.com/go/pAPkrVQ</a>.

Come join the fun and test your knowledge in six areas - crops, entomology, horticulture, lifeskills, livestock and photography.

You can find the rules for the various contests at&nbsp;<a href="https://cottonwood.k-state.edu/ellis-county4h/4-hevents/nw4hevents/NW4HJudging2021FINALa.pdf" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://cottonwood.k-state.edu/…/…/NW4HJudging2021FINALa.pdf</a>

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 </figure>We have a great event called Super 4-H Saturday scheduled for Saturday, June 5. Due to COVID restrictions, we're asking participants to pre-register by Friday, May 28 for the contests and times that they will participate. Here's the link:&nbsp;<a href="https://signup.com/go/pAPkrVQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://signup.com/go/pAPkrVQ</a>.Come join the fun and test your knowledge in six areas - crops, entomology, horticulture, lifeskills, livestock and photography.You can find the rules for the various contests at&nbsp;<a href="https://cottonwood.k-state.edu/ellis-county4h/4-hevents/nw4hevents/NW4HJudging2021FINALa.pdf" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://cottonwood.k-state.edu/…/…/NW4HJudging2021FINALa.pdf</a>

Sign up for 4-H Super Saturday by Friday

By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays Post

The Hays school board approved its student fees for the 2021-22 school year at its meeting last week.

All of the fees will remain the same with the exception for the school lunch program.

<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/d3b4f108-78ac-49a7-bfb8-2f91ba67f475">The United States Department of Agriculture has approved funds to pay for free school lunches for all students during the next school year regardless of family income.</a>

See a complete list of school fees below.

By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays PostThe Hays school board approved its student fees for the 2021-22 school year at its meeting last week.All of the fees will remain the same with the exception for the school lunch program.<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/d3b4f108-78ac-49a7-bfb8-2f91ba67f475">The United States Department of Agriculture has approved funds to pay for free school lunches for all students during the next school year regardless of family income.</a>See a complete list of school fees below.<figure>
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Hays USD 489 fees to remain same for 2021-22 school year

The Ellis County Joint Planning commission will hold its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday in the Ellis County Administrative Center, 718 Main, in the commission chambers.

Agenda items include continued discussion and review of the county comprehensive plan and zoning regulations update.

Contact the Ellis County Zoning Office at 785-628-9449 for more information.

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 </figure>Ellis CountyThe Ellis County Joint Planning commission will hold its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday in the Ellis County Administrative Center, 718 Main, in the commission chambers.Agenda items include continued discussion and review of the county comprehensive plan and zoning regulations update.Contact the Ellis County Zoning Office at 785-628-9449 for more information.

Ellis Co. Joint Planning Commission to continue review of comprehensive plan

The celebration will be held on June 12, the Feast Day of Immaculate Heart of Mary in celebration of the 10 + 1 anniversary of the new church building.

 The event will be held in the church parking lot, with seating in the Activity Center for the meal. Hamburgers and hot dogs will be served from 6 to 8 p.m.&nbsp; There will be outdoor games and activities for children and adults from 6 to 9 p.m.&nbsp; These include corn hole, spike ball, cake walk, face painting and more.

Fr. Nick and Fr. Ryan will be sharing their music and artistic talents in the church at 7:30 p.m. An outdoor movie,&nbsp;The Lion King,&nbsp;will begin after 9 p.m. to conclude the evening.&nbsp;Bring your lawn chairs or blankets.

SubmittedThe celebration will be held on June 12, the Feast Day of Immaculate Heart of Mary in celebration of the 10 + 1 anniversary of the new church building. The event will be held in the church parking lot, with seating in the Activity Center for the meal. Hamburgers and hot dogs will be served from 6 to 8 p.m.&nbsp; There will be outdoor games and activities for children and adults from 6 to 9 p.m.&nbsp; These include corn hole, spike ball, cake walk, face painting and more.Fr. Nick and Fr. Ryan will be sharing their music and artistic talents in the church at 7:30 p.m. An outdoor movie,&nbsp;The Lion King,&nbsp;will begin after 9 p.m. to conclude the evening.&nbsp;Bring your lawn chairs or blankets.

Immaculate Heart of Mary Church 10 + 1 Anniversary Celebration

Adjutant General's Department&nbsp; The Kansas Division of Emergency Management is currently collecting information on flood damages experienced by residents of Osborne County. &nbsp;The deadline for submitting this information is Tuesday, June 8. &nbsp; 	To report damages, residents should call 785-646-2522 or email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:ng.ks.ksarng.list.kdem-damage-collection@mail.mil">ng.ks.ksarng.list.kdem-damage-collection@mail.mil</a>. Residents will be asked to complete an interview and will need to provide their insurance status; estimated value of the home or personal property that was damaged; and photos that documents reported damages.&nbsp; 	The information and a request for assistance will be submitted to the Small Business Administration to make an eligibility determination for low-interest disaster loans. &nbsp; 	The SBA provides low-interest disaster loans to help businesses and homeowners recover from declared disasters. Homeowners, renters, nonprofit organizations, and businesses of all sizes are eligible to apply for physical disaster assistance. These loans cover disaster losses not fully covered by insurance or other sources. &nbsp;Proceeds from insurance coverage on home or property may be deducted from the eligible loan amount. 	Most homeowners and renters insurance does not cover flooding. Only flood insurance reimburses you for flood damage, providing the necessary funds for recovery — and you don't have to pay it back.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Adjutant General's Department&nbsp; The Kansas Division of Emergency Management is currently collecting information on flood damages experienced by residents of Osborne County. &nbsp;The deadline for submitting this information is Tuesday, June 8. &nbsp; 	To report damages, residents should call 785-646-2522 or email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:ng.ks.ksarng.list.kdem-damage-collection@mail.mil">ng.ks.ksarng.list.kdem-damage-collection@mail.mil</a>. Residents will be asked to complete an interview and will need to provide their insurance status; estimated value of the home or personal property that was damaged; and photos that documents reported damages.&nbsp; 	The information and a request for assistance will be submitted to the Small Business Administration to make an eligibility determination for low-interest disaster loans. &nbsp; 	The SBA provides low-interest disaster loans to help businesses and homeowners recover from declared disasters. Homeowners, renters, nonprofit organizations, and businesses of all sizes are eligible to apply for physical disaster assistance. These loans cover disaster losses not fully covered by insurance or other sources. &nbsp;Proceeds from insurance coverage on home or property may be deducted from the eligible loan amount. 	Most homeowners and renters insurance does not cover flooding. Only flood insurance reimburses you for flood damage, providing the necessary funds for recovery — and you don't have to pay it back.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Deadline for submitting damages for Osborne Co. residents is June 8

A trio of road construction projects in Rawlins and Decatur counties is expected to begin over the next few weeks.

All three are Kansas Department of Transportation projects.

The
 first project will start the week of May 24 on K-117 in Rawlins County.
 Work will consist of a 1-inch mill and 2-inch overlay on approximately 
12 miles, starting at the U.S. 36 junction and ending at the Nebraska 
state line. 

<a>Upon completion on K-117, crews will begin resurfacing U.S. 83 followed by U.S. 36 in Decatur County. </a>The
 U.S. 83 portion will cover 8 miles from near County Road 9S north to 
the U.S 36 junction. The U.S. 36 portion will span approximately 11 
miles, starting at the Rawlins County line and ending near the U.S 83 
junction.

Traffic
 through these projects will be directed through the work zones by 
flaggers and a pilot car during daylight hours. Minor delays, not 
exceeding 15 minutes, can be expected.

KDOT expects work on the K-117 project to end in mid-June and the U.S 83/36 projects by the end of July, weather permitting.

Venture
 Corp. is the primary contractor for the projects with combined contract
 costs totaling approximately $4.4 million.&nbsp;

KDOTA trio of road construction projects in Rawlins and Decatur counties is expected to begin over the next few weeks.All three are Kansas Department of Transportation projects.The
 first project will start the week of May 24 on K-117 in Rawlins County.
 Work will consist of a 1-inch mill and 2-inch overlay on approximately 
12 miles, starting at the U.S. 36 junction and ending at the Nebraska 
state line. <a>Upon completion on K-117, crews will begin resurfacing U.S. 83 followed by U.S. 36 in Decatur County. </a>The
 U.S. 83 portion will cover 8 miles from near County Road 9S north to 
the U.S 36 junction. The U.S. 36 portion will span approximately 11 
miles, starting at the Rawlins County line and ending near the U.S 83 
junction.Traffic
 through these projects will be directed through the work zones by 
flaggers and a pilot car during daylight hours. Minor delays, not 
exceeding 15 minutes, can be expected.KDOT expects work on the K-117 project to end in mid-June and the U.S 83/36 projects by the end of July, weather permitting.Venture
 Corp. is the primary contractor for the projects with combined contract
 costs totaling approximately $4.4 million.&nbsp;

Road construction projects slated in Rawlins, Decatur counties

Options Domestic and Sexual Violence Services, serving northwest Kansas, is hosting two ceremonies to honor survivors of abuse.

“Options has chosen the symbols of the iris and the garden to bring hope and healing to survivors of domestic and sexual violence,”&nbsp;Jennifer Hecker, Options executive director, said.

The events are a sharing of a caring thought, a story of solidarity or a prayer of hope and healing written on the back of a paper iris. There is no cost to the event. It is meant as a way for the community to connect with those who are on a journey to heal.

The irises may be picked up at 2716 Plaza Ave., Hays, or may be submitted on the web page at <a href="http://help4abuse.org">help4abuse.org</a>.

The share, care, prayer cards will be displayed as a paper garden at each event.

There will be a short ceremony and then an opportunity to walk among the paper garden to read the thoughts shared for the benefit of survivors.

The Hays event will be at 4 p.m. Tuesday at 215 W. 13th&nbsp;St., which is the vacant lot to the east of St. Joseph church.

The Colby event will be 4 p.m. Wednesday at 1480 W.&nbsp; Fourth&nbsp;St. on the lawn of the Colby Options office.

“A gardener will plant where there are no signs of life. And yet, the gardener knows that in the spring, there will be life, color and joy bursting from their plantings.” Hecker said.

“Survivors of domestic and sexual violence are the gardeners of their own lives. They use the tools available to them and tend their personal gardens in the darkest times, hoping for a bright harvest of healing. That is why Options has chosen the symbols of the iris and the garden to bring hope to survivors.”

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 </figure>SubmittedOptions Domestic and Sexual Violence Services, serving northwest Kansas, is hosting two ceremonies to honor survivors of abuse.“Options has chosen the symbols of the iris and the garden to bring hope and healing to survivors of domestic and sexual violence,”&nbsp;Jennifer Hecker, Options executive director, said.The events are a sharing of a caring thought, a story of solidarity or a prayer of hope and healing written on the back of a paper iris. There is no cost to the event. It is meant as a way for the community to connect with those who are on a journey to heal.The irises may be picked up at 2716 Plaza Ave., Hays, or may be submitted on the web page at <a href="http://help4abuse.org">help4abuse.org</a>.The share, care, prayer cards will be displayed as a paper garden at each event.There will be a short ceremony and then an opportunity to walk among the paper garden to read the thoughts shared for the benefit of survivors.The Hays event will be at 4 p.m. Tuesday at 215 W. 13th&nbsp;St., which is the vacant lot to the east of St. Joseph church.The Colby event will be 4 p.m. Wednesday at 1480 W.&nbsp; Fourth&nbsp;St. on the lawn of the Colby Options office.“A gardener will plant where there are no signs of life. And yet, the gardener knows that in the spring, there will be life, color and joy bursting from their plantings.” Hecker said.“Survivors of domestic and sexual violence are the gardeners of their own lives. They use the tools available to them and tend their personal gardens in the darkest times, hoping for a bright harvest of healing. That is why Options has chosen the symbols of the iris and the garden to bring hope to survivors.”

Options garden to honor domestic, sexual violence survivors

Seniors All A Honor Roll&nbsp; Veronica Bieker, Morgan Bittel, Grace Eck, Caitlin Fisher, Camryn Frickey, Maggie James, Michaela Keller, Clay North, Trace Patee, Zachary Schiel, Kassidy Winter 
A-B Honor Roll

A-B Honor Roll Isabella Bollig, Star Dinkel, Daniel Eck, Jacy Fischer, Brady Frickey, Lyndsy Hinman, Brooklyn Julian, Maci Kohl, Colten Lewis, Austin McGuire, Michael Pritchett, Samuel Pyle, Kaelyn Rohr, Clay Shaw, Nathaniel Wechsler, Sarah Wilson
JUNIOR

Juniors All A Honor Roll Elliott Cox, George Crawford, Lakyn Fischer, Faith Fondoble, Madison Gottschalk, Samuel Honas 
A-B Honor Roll

A-B Honor Roll Easton Burton, Daniel Crawford, Maddy Guffey, Tyson Jimenez, Tanner Kohlrus, Katera Love, Haley Schmidt, Josie Shepard, Gannon Winter, Cale Younger
SOPHOMORE

Sophomores All A Honor Roll Harlie Bittel, Emily Eck, Kayla Julian, Makenna Kohl, Myah McCoy, Dakota Metzler, Madi Russell, Hannah Schiel, Quinton Shepard 
A-B Honor Roll

A-B Honor Roll Rylan Cass, Haley Cranwell, William Crawford, Maverick Gnad, Trinity Kohlrus, Jarret Mader, Carson North
FRESHMAN

Freshmen All A Honor Roll Austin Carroll, Kaydawn Haag, Emily James, Kylee Pfeifer, Logan Russell 
A-B Honor Roll

A-B Honor Roll Braelyn Born, Kaiden Colby, Jennifer Cunningham, Macy Eberle, Bryson Lyman, Sydney Malleck, Dalton North, Sydney Redetzke, Taylor Seibel, Mason Younger

8th Grade All A Honor Roll Morgan Armbrister, Aron Bencze, Grace Brull, Isabella Eck, Kamden Keller, Addison Kohl, Alyssa Rome, Taegan Shannon, Maleah Vine&nbsp;

A-B Honor Roll Tyler Bongartz, Tage Cass, Kaycee Cranwell, Chason Fabrizius, Keaton Fisher, Kelsey Hancock, Toby Honas, Chance Jimenez, MaKenzie Kohlrus, Ian McGuire, Brooke Starns, Gavyn Wildeman&nbsp;

7th Grade All A Honor Roll Gracie Ball, Eliana Brull, Gus Peine, Joel Schiel&nbsp;

A-B Honor Roll Avery Boydston, Payten Burd, Ethan Carroll, William Eck, Brody Fischer, Jaren Frickey, Raegan Jimenez, Ashlyn Kroeger, Kia Mader, Leah Reed, Carson Schartz, Sienna Schmidt, Kinzie Sunley&nbsp;

Seniors All A Honor Roll&nbsp; Veronica Bieker, Morgan Bittel, Grace Eck, Caitlin Fisher, Camryn Frickey, Maggie James, Michaela Keller, Clay North, Trace Patee, Zachary Schiel, Kassidy Winter 
A-B Honor RollA-B Honor Roll Isabella Bollig, Star Dinkel, Daniel Eck, Jacy Fischer, Brady Frickey, Lyndsy Hinman, Brooklyn Julian, Maci Kohl, Colten Lewis, Austin McGuire, Michael Pritchett, Samuel Pyle, Kaelyn Rohr, Clay Shaw, Nathaniel Wechsler, Sarah Wilson
JUNIOR Juniors All A Honor Roll Elliott Cox, George Crawford, Lakyn Fischer, Faith Fondoble, Madison Gottschalk, Samuel Honas 
A-B Honor RollA-B Honor Roll Easton Burton, Daniel Crawford, Maddy Guffey, Tyson Jimenez, Tanner Kohlrus, Katera Love, Haley Schmidt, Josie Shepard, Gannon Winter, Cale Younger
SOPHOMORE Sophomores All A Honor Roll Harlie Bittel, Emily Eck, Kayla Julian, Makenna Kohl, Myah McCoy, Dakota Metzler, Madi Russell, Hannah Schiel, Quinton Shepard 
A-B Honor RollA-B Honor Roll Rylan Cass, Haley Cranwell, William Crawford, Maverick Gnad, Trinity Kohlrus, Jarret Mader, Carson North
FRESHMAN Freshmen All A Honor Roll Austin Carroll, Kaydawn Haag, Emily James, Kylee Pfeifer, Logan Russell 
A-B Honor RollA-B Honor Roll Braelyn Born, Kaiden Colby, Jennifer Cunningham, Macy Eberle, Bryson Lyman, Sydney Malleck, Dalton North, Sydney Redetzke, Taylor Seibel, Mason Younger 8th Grade All A Honor Roll Morgan Armbrister, Aron Bencze, Grace Brull, Isabella Eck, Kamden Keller, Addison Kohl, Alyssa Rome, Taegan Shannon, Maleah Vine&nbsp;A-B Honor Roll Tyler Bongartz, Tage Cass, Kaycee Cranwell, Chason Fabrizius, Keaton Fisher, Kelsey Hancock, Toby Honas, Chance Jimenez, MaKenzie Kohlrus, Ian McGuire, Brooke Starns, Gavyn Wildeman&nbsp;7th Grade All A Honor Roll Gracie Ball, Eliana Brull, Gus Peine, Joel Schiel&nbsp;A-B Honor Roll Avery Boydston, Payten Burd, Ethan Carroll, William Eck, Brody Fischer, Jaren Frickey, Raegan Jimenez, Ashlyn Kroeger, Kia Mader, Leah Reed, Carson Schartz, Sienna Schmidt, Kinzie Sunley&nbsp;

Ellis Jr./Sr. High School 2nd semester honor roll

GREAT BEND — Wheat growers can make plans to attend the Cottonwood Extension District's Barton County Wheat Plot Field Day on May 25 beginning at 8:30 a.m.

Come hear what extension specialist have to say about each wheat variety, production practices and pest management. There is always time for questions and discussion.

The location of the field day is 2.5 miles west on West Barton County Road at the intersection of NW 50th Avenue.

Donuts and refreshments will be provided courtesy of American Ag Credit and Ed Jr. Farm.

 In case of inclement weather, the field day will be held at American Ag Credit, 5634 10th St., Great Bend.

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 </figure>SubmittedGREAT BEND — Wheat growers can make plans to attend the Cottonwood Extension District's Barton County Wheat Plot Field Day on May 25 beginning at 8:30 a.m.Come hear what extension specialist have to say about each wheat variety, production practices and pest management. There is always time for questions and discussion.The location of the field day is 2.5 miles west on West Barton County Road at the intersection of NW 50th Avenue.Donuts and refreshments will be provided courtesy of American Ag Credit and Ed Jr. Farm. In case of inclement weather, the field day will be held at American Ag Credit, 5634 10th St., Great Bend.

Cottonwood Extension's Barton Co. wheat plot field day next week

This garden is located at the Kansas State Agricultural Research Center – Hays, formerly called the Experiment Station. It is located just south of Hays Frontier Park, south of the US Highway 183 Alternate (bypass). If you head south on Main, continue south across the Alternate, then take the first drive on your left (east off of 240 th Ave).

The drive curves. When the road takes a right turn, you are at a place to park to view not just the Trial Garden but the Backyard Demonstration Garden as well.

This vegetable garden serves as a trial garden for vegetable varieties being tested by K-State horticulture specialists to help update the list of KSRE recommended vegetable varieties. The Hays garden has typically tested tomatoes, sweet and hot peppers. Other plants such as zucchini and yellow squash are also sometimes grown.

The vegetables are planted, maintained and harvested by the Ellis County Master Gardeners. The actual number of new varieties tested varies year by year. Trial cultivars are planted side by side and include cultivars of the same species that are accepted standards currently in the trade.

Evaluations of each plant are done throughout the growing season. Quantitative and qualitative data is carefully collected for each variety, recorded and then reported to K-State at the end of the season. After harvesting and documenting the performance information, the fruit can be used by the Master Gardener who is doing the data collection. When quantities allow, produce is often shared with all Master Gardeners and/or provided to local food banks.

Master Gardeners of Ellis County, Cottonwood District. More information available at&nbsp; www.cottonwood.ksu.edu or call 785-628-9430

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 </figure>This garden is located at the Kansas State Agricultural Research Center – Hays, formerly called the Experiment Station. It is located just south of Hays Frontier Park, south of the US Highway 183 Alternate (bypass). If you head south on Main, continue south across the Alternate, then take the first drive on your left (east off of 240 th Ave).The drive curves. When the road takes a right turn, you are at a place to park to view not just the Trial Garden but the Backyard Demonstration Garden as well.This vegetable garden serves as a trial garden for vegetable varieties being tested by K-State horticulture specialists to help update the list of KSRE recommended vegetable varieties. The Hays garden has typically tested tomatoes, sweet and hot peppers. Other plants such as zucchini and yellow squash are also sometimes grown.The vegetables are planted, maintained and harvested by the Ellis County Master Gardeners. The actual number of new varieties tested varies year by year. Trial cultivars are planted side by side and include cultivars of the same species that are accepted standards currently in the trade.Evaluations of each plant are done throughout the growing season. Quantitative and qualitative data is carefully collected for each variety, recorded and then reported to K-State at the end of the season. After harvesting and documenting the performance information, the fruit can be used by the Master Gardener who is doing the data collection. When quantities allow, produce is often shared with all Master Gardeners and/or provided to local food banks.Master Gardeners of Ellis County, Cottonwood District. More information available at&nbsp; www.cottonwood.ksu.edu or call 785-628-9430

From the Ellis County Master Gardeners: Vegetable trial garden

The Ellis United Methodist Church is offering vacation Bible school again. This free VBS will be&nbsp; from 3 to 5 p.m. June 21 through 23&nbsp;at the church at 1201 Washington.

Community children from 4 year olds (by June 21) through those who just completed fourth grade are invited to a castle adventure—the Quest for the King’s armor at Knights of North Castle&nbsp;vacation Bible school.

This noble adventure includes exciting new music, amazing science, creative crafts, fun recreation and memorable Bible stories that will help children recognize and experience God’s amazing strength.

To be a part of all the excitement at North Castle, register by June 4&nbsp;online at&nbsp; <a href="https://ellisunitedmethodistchurch.mycokesburyvbs.com">https://ellisunitedmethodistchurch.mycokesburyvbs.com</a> or call Althea Groff at 785 656-1375 or Becca Cass at 785 639-2745 to sign up.&nbsp;

Registration forms may also be sent to the Ellis United Methodist Church at 1201 Washington.&nbsp; Registration is requested by June 4, so the church will know how many supplies are needed for snacks and crafts. The children may attend any one day, or all three days, as the family’s schedule allows.

SubmittedThe Ellis United Methodist Church is offering vacation Bible school again. This free VBS will be&nbsp; from 3 to 5 p.m. June 21 through 23&nbsp;at the church at 1201 Washington.Community children from 4 year olds (by June 21) through those who just completed fourth grade are invited to a castle adventure—the Quest for the King’s armor at Knights of North Castle&nbsp;vacation Bible school.This noble adventure includes exciting new music, amazing science, creative crafts, fun recreation and memorable Bible stories that will help children recognize and experience God’s amazing strength.To be a part of all the excitement at North Castle, register by June 4&nbsp;online at&nbsp; <a href="https://ellisunitedmethodistchurch.mycokesburyvbs.com">https://ellisunitedmethodistchurch.mycokesburyvbs.com</a> or call Althea Groff at 785 656-1375 or Becca Cass at 785 639-2745 to sign up.&nbsp;Registration forms may also be sent to the Ellis United Methodist Church at 1201 Washington.&nbsp; Registration is requested by June 4, so the church will know how many supplies are needed for snacks and crafts. The children may attend any one day, or all three days, as the family’s schedule allows.

Ellis United Methodist Church offers VBS in June

TOPEKA —&nbsp;The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has rescinded a boil water advisory for the city of Natoma water supply system, located in Osborne County. The advisory was issued because the wells were under water due to flooding.

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

Laboratory testing samples collected from the city of Natoma indicate no evidence of bacteriological contamination and all other conditions that placed the system at risk of contamination are deemed by KDHE officials to be resolved. &nbsp;

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

KDHETOPEKA —&nbsp;The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has rescinded a boil water advisory for the city of Natoma water supply system, located in Osborne County. The advisory was issued because the wells were under water due to flooding.Public water suppliers in Kansas take all measures necessary to notify customers quickly after a system failure or shutdown. Regardless of whether it’s the supplier or KDHE that announces a boil water advisory, KDHE will issue the rescind order following testing at a certified laboratory.Laboratory testing samples collected from the city of Natoma indicate no evidence of bacteriological contamination and all other conditions that placed the system at risk of contamination are deemed by KDHE officials to be resolved. &nbsp;For consumer questions, please contact the water system or you may call KDHE at 785-296-5514. For consumer information, visit <a href="http://www.kdheks.gov/pws/emergencyresponse/water_disruption.htm">KDHE’s PWS Consumer Information webpage.</a>

Boil order rescinded for city of Natoma

Free events planned this month in Ellis, Russell counties&nbsp;

Kansas landowners are invited to attend a pair of Tailgate Talks planned for May 25 and 26 and focused on protecting water quality, creating alternative watering sources for livestock, and other topics.&nbsp;

The Tailgate Talks will take place in Ellis and Russell Counties and are free to the public. All events feature experts from K-State Research and Extension and local landowners.&nbsp;

“These events give producers in our community an essential toolkit for implementing best management practices in their operations,” said Stacie Minson, a K-State Research and Extension watershed specialist. “There are many proven ways that people can protect and improve their water sources and optimize their cattle operations, so we’re excited to offer these demonstrations to the community.”&nbsp;

The first Tailgate Talk will begin at 8 a.m. on May 25, hosted by the Binder family at Pleasant View Farms in Hays. K-State Research and Extension speakers will discuss using existing feed sources in cattle operations, and there will be a live demonstration of a tire tank installation as an alternative water source for livestock.&nbsp;&nbsp;

There are two sessions on May 26. Participants are invited to the Corley Farm in Gorham at 1:30 p.m. to learn about how to incorporate cover crops into a livestock grazing plan and the use of portable fencing in livestock operations. There also will be a live demonstration of a tire tank installation as an alternative livestock water source.&nbsp;

The second session will begin at 5 p.m. at the Blundon Farm in Russell. There, experts will explain the benefits of providing alternative water sources, show how to use geotextile fabric and rock in feeding operations, and discuss different aspects of livestock wells.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dinner will be provided to participants at the Blundon Farm at the conclusion of the program. Speakers will be available throughout to answer questions from the public.&nbsp;

More information about speakers, topics and locations can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kcare.k-state.edu/wrip/wraps/big-creek-and-middle-smoky-hill-watersheds/special_events.html">Kansas Center for Agricultural Resources and the Environment website</a>. Those interested in attending either, or both, events should RSVP to 785-769-3297.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<h2>Free events planned this month in Ellis, Russell counties&nbsp;</h2>K-State Research &amp; ExtensionKansas landowners are invited to attend a pair of Tailgate Talks planned for May 25 and 26 and focused on protecting water quality, creating alternative watering sources for livestock, and other topics.&nbsp;The Tailgate Talks will take place in Ellis and Russell Counties and are free to the public. All events feature experts from K-State Research and Extension and local landowners.&nbsp;“These events give producers in our community an essential toolkit for implementing best management practices in their operations,” said Stacie Minson, a K-State Research and Extension watershed specialist. “There are many proven ways that people can protect and improve their water sources and optimize their cattle operations, so we’re excited to offer these demonstrations to the community.”&nbsp;The first Tailgate Talk will begin at 8 a.m. on May 25, hosted by the Binder family at Pleasant View Farms in Hays. K-State Research and Extension speakers will discuss using existing feed sources in cattle operations, and there will be a live demonstration of a tire tank installation as an alternative water source for livestock.&nbsp;&nbsp;There are two sessions on May 26. Participants are invited to the Corley Farm in Gorham at 1:30 p.m. to learn about how to incorporate cover crops into a livestock grazing plan and the use of portable fencing in livestock operations. There also will be a live demonstration of a tire tank installation as an alternative livestock water source.&nbsp;The second session will begin at 5 p.m. at the Blundon Farm in Russell. There, experts will explain the benefits of providing alternative water sources, show how to use geotextile fabric and rock in feeding operations, and discuss different aspects of livestock wells.&nbsp;&nbsp;Dinner will be provided to participants at the Blundon Farm at the conclusion of the program. Speakers will be available throughout to answer questions from the public.&nbsp;More information about speakers, topics and locations can be found on the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kcare.k-state.edu/wrip/wraps/big-creek-and-middle-smoky-hill-watersheds/special_events.html">Kansas Center for Agricultural Resources and the Environment website</a>. Those interested in attending either, or both, events should RSVP to 785-769-3297.&nbsp;&nbsp;

‘Tailgate Talks’ to feature expert speakers, local landowners 

Clinkscales Elder Law Practice would like to invite the public to attend a free online, live event about "What to do if the Diagnosis is Dementia" on Tuesday, June 15, with sessions offered at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. via Zoom.&nbsp;

Alzheimer’s disease is the six-leading cause of death in the U.S. and it can be difficult to find helpful resources for our loved ones thinking about the future and where to begin. Randy Clinkscales, elder law attorney, will supply attendees with useful information and resources that will keep you safe from Alzheimer’s or Dementia devastating your family and finances.

Topics will include caregiver tips you need to know to ease the stress of caregiving, community resources and professionals to contact for help and what financial and legal concerns should be addressed today.&nbsp;

Our second free workshop will be held at noon on Thursday May 27th entitled Life Care Planning: Beyond Elder Law. Attendees will discover our new, holistic approach to dealing with aging and chronic illness that goes beyond traditional elder law-an approach that you will want for yourself and your loved one when “that time” comes.

This workshop is presented by Randy Clinkscales, a 2007 charter member of the Life Care Planning Law Firm Association (lcplfa.org).&nbsp;

To sign up for this exclusive online workshop, visit <a href="http://www.clinkscaleslaw.com/events">www.clinkscaleslaw.com/events</a> to register today.

Randy Clinkscales is an elder law attorney in Hays, Kansas and is a 2006 founding member of the Life Care Planning Law Firms Association.&nbsp; For more information or to schedule an appointment, call toll free at (877) 325-8040 or visit <a href="http://www.elderlawkansas.com">www.elderlawkansas.com</a>.

SubmittedClinkscales Elder Law Practice would like to invite the public to attend a free online, live event about "What to do if the Diagnosis is Dementia" on Tuesday, June 15, with sessions offered at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. via Zoom.&nbsp;Alzheimer’s disease is the six-leading cause of death in the U.S. and it can be difficult to find helpful resources for our loved ones thinking about the future and where to begin. Randy Clinkscales, elder law attorney, will supply attendees with useful information and resources that will keep you safe from Alzheimer’s or Dementia devastating your family and finances.Topics will include caregiver tips you need to know to ease the stress of caregiving, community resources and professionals to contact for help and what financial and legal concerns should be addressed today.&nbsp;Our second free workshop will be held at noon on Thursday May 27th entitled Life Care Planning: Beyond Elder Law. Attendees will discover our new, holistic approach to dealing with aging and chronic illness that goes beyond traditional elder law-an approach that you will want for yourself and your loved one when “that time” comes.This workshop is presented by Randy Clinkscales, a 2007 charter member of the Life Care Planning Law Firm Association (lcplfa.org).&nbsp;To sign up for this exclusive online workshop, visit <a href="http://www.clinkscaleslaw.com/events">www.clinkscaleslaw.com/events</a> to register today.Randy Clinkscales is an elder law attorney in Hays, Kansas and is a 2006 founding member of the Life Care Planning Law Firms Association.&nbsp; For more information or to schedule an appointment, call toll free at (877) 325-8040 or visit <a href="http://www.elderlawkansas.com">www.elderlawkansas.com</a>.

Clinkscales virtual seminars will focus on dementia

In response to a request made by the City of Hays, 
the Kansas Department of Agriculture’s Division of Water Resources has 
issued a control order restricting the watering of lawns and other 
vegetation from private wells between noon and 7 p.m. from June 1 through September 30.&nbsp;

This measure 
is part of a greater interest to reduce water waste and to improve 
conservation practices in the Intensive Groundwater Use Control Area located in Hays.&nbsp;

The IGUCA in 
Hays was established in 1985 at the request of the City to help 
implement water conservation measures. It provides a mechanism to 
address preventable water waste by privately-owned wells.&nbsp;

Currently,
 the City of Hays prohibits the following year-round: the washing down 
of sidewalks, parking lots and driveways; the known loss of water 
through breaks or leaks in plumbing systems; and the escape of water 
from private property onto public property such as sidewalks or into the
 street guttering from landscape irrigation; in addition to outdoor 
water use between noon and 7 p.m. from June 1 through September
 30.&nbsp;

By restricting daytime outdoor water
 use, including the watering of landscapes and gardens, unnecessary 
water loss due to wind and evaporation can be reduced, thus conserving 
the resource for more efficient use.&nbsp;

All 
residents are encouraged to practice the conservation of natural 
resources, including water, and look for ways to improve conservation 
measures in our homes and businesses, both indoors and out.&nbsp;

City of HaysIn response to a request made by the City of Hays, 
the Kansas Department of Agriculture’s Division of Water Resources has 
issued a control order restricting the watering of lawns and other 
vegetation from private wells between noon and 7 p.m. from June 1 through September 30.&nbsp;This measure 
is part of a greater interest to reduce water waste and to improve 
conservation practices in the Intensive Groundwater Use Control Area located in Hays.&nbsp;The IGUCA in 
Hays was established in 1985 at the request of the City to help 
implement water conservation measures. It provides a mechanism to 
address preventable water waste by privately-owned wells.&nbsp;Currently,
 the City of Hays prohibits the following year-round: the washing down 
of sidewalks, parking lots and driveways; the known loss of water 
through breaks or leaks in plumbing systems; and the escape of water 
from private property onto public property such as sidewalks or into the
 street guttering from landscape irrigation; in addition to outdoor 
water use between noon and 7 p.m. from June 1 through September
 30.&nbsp;By restricting daytime outdoor water
 use, including the watering of landscapes and gardens, unnecessary 
water loss due to wind and evaporation can be reduced, thus conserving 
the resource for more efficient use.&nbsp;All 
residents are encouraged to practice the conservation of natural 
resources, including water, and look for ways to improve conservation 
measures in our homes and businesses, both indoors and out.&nbsp;

Water conservation measures implemented in Hays

TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has flood disaster clean-up and recovery information available online at&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTA1MTkuNDA3MzM3NzEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5rZGhla3MuZ292L2Rpc2FzdGVyX3JlY292ZXJ5Lmh0bT91dG1fbWVkaXVtPWVtYWlsJnV0bV9zb3VyY2U9Z292ZGVsaXZlcnkifQ.EwI5vq0QHZiOXFCU7prn7iESzLLEaEugIaUHohFUnaA/s/1305913623/br/106612895733-l" target="_blank">https://www.kdheks.gov/disaster_recovery.htm</a>.

Kansans affected by recent flooding are encouraged to refer to the website for resources and information links to assist with safeguarding your health and environment during a natural disaster.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 <figcaption>Flooding in Saline County (Photo by Randy Picking)</figcaption>
 </figure>KDHETOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has flood disaster clean-up and recovery information available online at&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMTA1MTkuNDA3MzM3NzEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5rZGhla3MuZ292L2Rpc2FzdGVyX3JlY292ZXJ5Lmh0bT91dG1fbWVkaXVtPWVtYWlsJnV0bV9zb3VyY2U9Z292ZGVsaXZlcnkifQ.EwI5vq0QHZiOXFCU7prn7iESzLLEaEugIaUHohFUnaA/s/1305913623/br/106612895733-l" target="_blank">https://www.kdheks.gov/disaster_recovery.htm</a>. Kansans affected by recent flooding are encouraged to refer to the website for resources and information links to assist with safeguarding your health and environment during a natural disaster.&nbsp;&nbsp;

KDHE: Flood disaster clean-up and recovery info available online

MCPHERSON -&nbsp; McPherson College, a four-year private college located in central Kansas, announces the names of students earning degrees and graduating from the college in May.

Gove &nbsp;Haelie Nicole Bland, Bachelor of Science, Business Administration: Accounting, Finance Osborne Tanner L. Conway, Bachelor of Science, Business Administration: Marketing Cullen E. Grabast, Bachelor of Science, Health Science, cum laude St. Francis &nbsp;Matthisen Payje Witzel, Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education, summa cum laude&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>News releaseMCPHERSON -&nbsp; McPherson College, a four-year private college located in central Kansas, announces the names of students earning degrees and graduating from the college in May.Area graduates include:Gove &nbsp;Haelie Nicole Bland, Bachelor of Science, Business Administration: Accounting, Finance Osborne Tanner L. Conway, Bachelor of Science, Business Administration: Marketing Cullen E. Grabast, Bachelor of Science, Health Science, cum laude St. Francis &nbsp;Matthisen Payje Witzel, Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education, summa cum laude&nbsp;&nbsp;

NW Kansas students graduate from McPherson College 

The city of Hays wants to confirm its citizens are aware of the dangers associated with stormwater. 

According to the National Weather Service, as little as six inches of fast-moving flood water can knock over an adult. During and after rainfall, make sure you and your children stay away from the swift moving waters in the city’s stormwater drainage areas.

 Examples of these drainage areas include Chetolah Creek, Skyline Draw, and Lincoln Draw, but many other areas also carry stormwater after a rain event. 

The city’s storm drainage areas are not intended for recreation and can pose potential life and safety threats as they carry stormwater through the city south to Big Creek. 

A similar safety threat exists when streets become covered by flood waters. It takes just 12 inches of rushing water to carry away most cars. 

The city of Hays has installed street signs alerting residents in multiple areas prone to street flooding. 

Please use caution in these areas. Turn around, don't drown.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1621458065837.jpeg" alt="The 17th and Ash area in Hays is prone to flash flooding. (Photos by Hays Post)" />
 <figcaption>The 17th and Ash area in Hays is prone to flash flooding. (Photos by Hays Post)</figcaption>
 </figure>City of HaysThe city of Hays wants to confirm its citizens are aware of the dangers associated with stormwater. According to the National Weather Service, as little as six inches of fast-moving flood water can knock over an adult. During and after rainfall, make sure you and your children stay away from the swift moving waters in the city’s stormwater drainage areas. Examples of these drainage areas include Chetolah Creek, Skyline Draw, and Lincoln Draw, but many other areas also carry stormwater after a rain event. The city’s storm drainage areas are not intended for recreation and can pose potential life and safety threats as they carry stormwater through the city south to Big Creek. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1621458021991.jpeg" alt="" />
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 </figure>A similar safety threat exists when streets become covered by flood waters. It takes just 12 inches of rushing water to carry away most cars. The city of Hays has installed street signs alerting residents in multiple areas prone to street flooding. Please use caution in these areas. Turn around, don't drown.

City warns of stormwater dangers

The public is invited to a series of online, virtual community Zoom conversations&nbsp;examining our common responsibility to promote gun safety, and to encourage, promote,&nbsp;and participate in,&nbsp;other conversations across dividing lines of politics,&nbsp;class, race, wealth inequity and faith.&nbsp; The weekly series will be every Friday at noon for three&nbsp;Fridays, beginning May 21.&nbsp;&nbsp;This three-week&nbsp;series is presented by a partnership of&nbsp;local organizations including&nbsp;the League of Women Voters of Salina, Spirituality Resource Center,&nbsp;Moms Demand Action&nbsp; for Gun Sense in&nbsp;America, Kansas Interfaith Action, and&nbsp;NAACP.&nbsp; Each session will begin with a 5-10 minute opening&nbsp;presentation, followed by a “breakout session” for smaller group interaction,&nbsp;followed by discussion among all attendees.&nbsp; The opening session, “Values and Gun Sense,” will begin&nbsp;with a short video featuring Shane Claiborne, co-founder of Red Letter&nbsp;Christians and author of Beating Guns.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://vimeo.com/63404253">https://vimeo.com/63404253</a>.&nbsp; The second (May 28), "Advocacy for Your Values.” will&nbsp;feature Rachael Pryor, co-chair of Kansas Interfaith Action on how our&nbsp;deeply-held values, faith-based and otherwise,&nbsp;form and inform the way we talk&nbsp;to legislators, community leaders, and our friends and neighbors.&nbsp; The third and culminating event, “The Value of Grassroots&nbsp;Action,” will be a Town Hall Meeting on National Gun Violence Awareness&nbsp;day, June 4.&nbsp;&nbsp;Participants are encouraged&nbsp;to wear orange. &nbsp;This event's hosts are Cori Sherman North and&nbsp;Christi Nuding, cochairs of the local&nbsp;chapter of Moms Demand Action&nbsp;for Gun Sense in America. There is no charge for the presentation, but registration is&nbsp;required. Send your request for invitation to:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://forms.gle/RhdAXTq66GGUbT1RA">https://forms.gle/RhdAXTq66GGUbT1RA</a>

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 </figure>SubmittedThe public is invited to a series of online, virtual community Zoom conversations&nbsp;examining our common responsibility to promote gun safety, and to encourage, promote,&nbsp;and participate in,&nbsp;other conversations across dividing lines of politics,&nbsp;class, race, wealth inequity and faith.&nbsp; The weekly series will be every Friday at noon for three&nbsp;Fridays, beginning May 21.&nbsp;&nbsp;This three-week&nbsp;series is presented by a partnership of&nbsp;local organizations including&nbsp;the League of Women Voters of Salina, Spirituality Resource Center,&nbsp;Moms Demand Action&nbsp; for Gun Sense in&nbsp;America, Kansas Interfaith Action, and&nbsp;NAACP.&nbsp; Each session will begin with a 5-10 minute opening&nbsp;presentation, followed by a “breakout session” for smaller group interaction,&nbsp;followed by discussion among all attendees.&nbsp; The opening session, “Values and Gun Sense,” will begin&nbsp;with a short video featuring Shane Claiborne, co-founder of Red Letter&nbsp;Christians and author of Beating Guns.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://vimeo.com/63404253">https://vimeo.com/63404253</a>.&nbsp; The second (May 28), "Advocacy for Your Values.” will&nbsp;feature Rachael Pryor, co-chair of Kansas Interfaith Action on how our&nbsp;deeply-held values, faith-based and otherwise,&nbsp;form and inform the way we talk&nbsp;to legislators, community leaders, and our friends and neighbors.&nbsp; The third and culminating event, “The Value of Grassroots&nbsp;Action,” will be a Town Hall Meeting on National Gun Violence Awareness&nbsp;day, June 4.&nbsp;&nbsp;Participants are encouraged&nbsp;to wear orange. &nbsp;This event's hosts are Cori Sherman North and&nbsp;Christi Nuding, cochairs of the local&nbsp;chapter of Moms Demand Action&nbsp;for Gun Sense in America. There is no charge for the presentation, but registration is&nbsp;required. Send your request for invitation to:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://forms.gle/RhdAXTq66GGUbT1RA">https://forms.gle/RhdAXTq66GGUbT1RA</a>

Kan. organizations schedule presentations on gun policy

Those who have ever thought about learning to fly can find out more on May 27 as EAA Chapter 1655 hosts a “Fly Now” informational program on learning to fly. Attendees will be registered for a free training flight sponsored by Hays Aircraft. 

EAA Chapter 1655, a local organization that is part of the national Experimental Aircraft Association, is dedicated to growing participation in aviation by sharing the ways people can get started in this fun and fulfilling recreation. The program will be held from 5 to 6 p.m. Thursday, May 27, at Gella’s in downtown Hays. 

Anyone interested in aviation is invited to attend. Local pilots will be on hand to discuss why and how they learned to fly. The meeting will also cover the steps and requirements in learning to fly, provide tips on how to make it economical, and will culminate with the free introductory flight drawing. If you think piloting your own plane might be fun, just wait till you get behind the stick!

The Hays Chapter of the EAA is one of the newest in the country and is one of approximately 900 chapters around the world, which provide activities for local aviation enthusiasts with a mission of growing participation in aviation by sharing “The Spirit of Aviation.” Chapter activities range from monthly meetings to airport open houses, fly-ins, educational programs, and special events that share aviation with the community and build a stronger bond between local aviation and the public. 

For more information about this “Fly Now” meeting, contact Gary Shorman at 785-301-2082, or Hays Aircraft at 785-628-8881.&nbsp;

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 </figure>SubmittedThose who have ever thought about learning to fly can find out more on May 27 as EAA Chapter 1655 hosts a “Fly Now” informational program on learning to fly. Attendees will be registered for a free training flight sponsored by Hays Aircraft. EAA Chapter 1655, a local organization that is part of the national Experimental Aircraft Association, is dedicated to growing participation in aviation by sharing the ways people can get started in this fun and fulfilling recreation. The program will be held from 5 to 6 p.m. Thursday, May 27, at Gella’s in downtown Hays. Anyone interested in aviation is invited to attend. Local pilots will be on hand to discuss why and how they learned to fly. The meeting will also cover the steps and requirements in learning to fly, provide tips on how to make it economical, and will culminate with the free introductory flight drawing. If you think piloting your own plane might be fun, just wait till you get behind the stick!The Hays Chapter of the EAA is one of the newest in the country and is one of approximately 900 chapters around the world, which provide activities for local aviation enthusiasts with a mission of growing participation in aviation by sharing “The Spirit of Aviation.” Chapter activities range from monthly meetings to airport open houses, fly-ins, educational programs, and special events that share aviation with the community and build a stronger bond between local aviation and the public. For more information about this “Fly Now” meeting, contact Gary Shorman at 785-301-2082, or Hays Aircraft at 785-628-8881.&nbsp;

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