BUNKER HILL – Smoky Hills PBS is excited to announce two new episodes coming in May.&nbsp; 

Join real Kansas kids as they explore exciting, high-demand jobs across the state.&nbsp; It’s fun, it’s educational, and it’s all about building big futures - right here in Kansas.&nbsp; The first new episode will premiere May 4.

In "Cool Careers," a crew of real Kansas kids will explore various high-demand careers across the state. The series is designed to showcase the day-to-day responsibilities of professionals in different fields and inspire kids to consider pursuing similar paths in the future.

Targeted for families and kids in grades 4 to 8, "Cool Careers" aims to open young minds to the possibilities that exist within their own communities, helping them understand the skills and education needed to launch a rewarding career.

Professions that Put People First, Too

If you love working with people, consider these amazing jobs with the added benefit of helping others.&nbsp; This episode explores high-demand Kansas jobs in education and health care.&nbsp;&nbsp; Premiere Date:&nbsp;&nbsp;May 4 10:30 a.m.&nbsp; Rebroadcast: May 18 10:30 a.m.

Those who love designing, building or fixing things will love this episode that dives into the high-demand Kansas careers of an advanced manufacturing technician, land surveyor and civil engineer. Premiere Date:&nbsp;&nbsp;May 11 10:30 a.m. Rebroadcast: May 25 10:30 a.m.

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 </figure>Smoky Hills PBSBUNKER HILL – Smoky Hills PBS is excited to announce two new episodes coming in May.&nbsp; Join real Kansas kids as they explore exciting, high-demand jobs across the state.&nbsp; It’s fun, it’s educational, and it’s all about building big futures - right here in Kansas.&nbsp; The first new episode will premiere May 4.In "Cool Careers," a crew of real Kansas kids will explore various high-demand careers across the state. The series is designed to showcase the day-to-day responsibilities of professionals in different fields and inspire kids to consider pursuing similar paths in the future.Targeted for families and kids in grades 4 to 8, "Cool Careers" aims to open young minds to the possibilities that exist within their own communities, helping them understand the skills and education needed to launch a rewarding career.EPISODESSUNDAYS at 10:30 A.M.Professions that Put People First, TooIf you love working with people, consider these amazing jobs with the added benefit of helping others.&nbsp; This episode explores high-demand Kansas jobs in education and health care.&nbsp;&nbsp; Premiere Date:&nbsp;&nbsp;May 4 10:30 a.m.&nbsp; Rebroadcast: May 18 10:30 a.m.Plan, Design and Fix it!Those who love designing, building or fixing things will love this episode that dives into the high-demand Kansas careers of an advanced manufacturing technician, land surveyor and civil engineer. Premiere Date:&nbsp;&nbsp;May 11 10:30 a.m. Rebroadcast: May 25 10:30 a.m.

'Cool Careers' is back this May with new episodes on Smoky Hills PBS

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Prairie Garden Club plant giveaway, sale set Thursday 

• 8th annual Home on the Range Spring Celebration, this Saturday and Sunday in Smith Center. • Fundraiser of the Home on the Range Cabin where the state song was written. • Events include a 4-person golf scramble, 2-person team pickleball tournament and a special Chiefs Chat with Voice of the Chiefs Mitch Holthus and members of the Kansas City Chiefs who will be available for autographs. • Registration deadline for golf and pickleball is Thursday. Go to <a href="https://www.homeontherangecabin.com/">www.homeontherangecabin.com</a>. • The Chiefs Chat on Saturday night is a free event and no registration is necessary.

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 </figure>Submitted• 8th annual Home on the Range Spring Celebration, this Saturday and Sunday in Smith Center. • Fundraiser of the Home on the Range Cabin where the state song was written. • Events include a 4-person golf scramble, 2-person team pickleball tournament and a special Chiefs Chat with Voice of the Chiefs Mitch Holthus and members of the Kansas City Chiefs who will be available for autographs. • Registration deadline for golf and pickleball is Thursday. Go to <a href="https://www.homeontherangecabin.com/">www.homeontherangecabin.com</a>. • The Chiefs Chat on Saturday night is a free event and no registration is necessary.

2025 Home on the Range spring celebration in Smith Center this weekend

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Hays dentists featured on tonight's 'Doctors on Call' on Smoky Hills PBS

Fort Hays State University’s Science and Mathematics Education Institute (SMEI) is hosting a variety of summer camps for youth entering grades second through eighth. Camps are restricted to a maximum of two per student and they are filling quickly.&nbsp;&nbsp;

All camps run four days per week, Monday through Thursday. Sessions are all three hours each –&nbsp;some in the morning from 9 a.m. to noon and others in the afternoon from 1 to 4 p.m.&nbsp;

GIRLS ROBOT-O-RAMA CAMP,&nbsp; June 2 — 5, Cost $70, Girls entering grades 5 – 8, limited to first 24 registrants. Girls will learn to build, program, and test LEGO robots using LEGO EV3 software.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

ROBO CHALLENGE&nbsp;CAMP,&nbsp; June 2 — 5, Cost $70, Students entering grades 5 – 8, limited to first 24 registrants. Students will learn to build, program, and test LEGO robots using LEGO EV3 software.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

ENERGY IS EVERYWHERE AM CAMP,&nbsp; June 9 — 12, Cost $70, Students entering grades 2 – 3, limited to first 24 registrants.&nbsp; Students will create circuits, utilize potential &amp; kinetic energy to learn about gravitational energy, let the sun do the cooking and so much more.&nbsp;&nbsp;

ENERGY IS EVERYWHERE PM CAMP,&nbsp; June 9 — 12, Cost $70, Students entering grades 4 – 5, limited to first 24 registrants. Students will create circuits, utilize potential &amp; kinetic energy to learn about gravitational energy, let the sun do the cooking and so much more.&nbsp;

WEATHER WIZARDRY AM CAMP,&nbsp; June 23 — June 26, Cost $70, Students entering grades 2 – 3, limited to first 24 registrants. Students will discover weather through experimenting, hands-on activities, and building weather measuring devices.&nbsp;

WEATHER WIZARDRY PM CAMP,&nbsp; June 23—June 26, Cost $70, Students entering grades 4 – 5, limited to first 24 registrants. Students will discover weather through experimenting, hands-on activities, and building weather measuring devices.&nbsp;

&nbsp;The registration fee for each camp is $70, and the registration deadline is Wednesday, May 7.&nbsp;Registration will be on a first-come, first-serve basis with a maximum of two camps per student.&nbsp;&nbsp;

For more information about the summer camps, contact Cari Rohleder by phone at 785.628.4743 or by email at <a href="mailto:cbrohleder@fhsu.edu">cbrohleder@fhsu.edu</a>.

More information and registration flyers can be found at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=u001.EWtdXdo3nx3t8ZlvSfKX0YVxp4teFa-2BId-2Bc7RQ68rKGw1nUnmm4EsNTigZ4On-2BXUPlfE_1ix3pnygukYWZfKiCJpm8BsHsayWXlw0ucteiDEo46fRc0p9DVWJmv2prlqkbHR6S2dsrJiXPEopagJAn55fgrGOya21Ubchf288oY8AFP4iYaBJwhylwdd5l9F7UOfOVeLW1ldsZFLuJdDjUmLhNuzISKVicTNw9Yz8g9LQ4fXeMr07gz6S9zF94ip7wd0didXs9cgDyG8HIxk8EqemT6hn6SzENCtxKFQlrFB-2Fx-2BA9N-2FF7-2BHH97RoLy2fRUy8MMdSDrO5IhjRwTSQXCm1us5Kk2c3AvroLZhwqdK-2FLMmNLhffdkiAJZLIxbWWWQkmdYFnyD9dwa1scW577mv8efofTXOB-2BnnL-2FevszbNBuKvDiEsWdeO7bzOVP9eD9LfGp">https://www.fhsu.edu/smei/camps/</a>.&nbsp;

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 </figure>FHSU University CommunicationsFort Hays State University’s Science and Mathematics Education Institute (SMEI) is hosting a variety of summer camps for youth entering grades second through eighth. Camps are restricted to a maximum of two per student and they are filling quickly.&nbsp;&nbsp;All camps run four days per week, Monday through Thursday. Sessions are all three hours each –&nbsp;some in the morning from 9 a.m. to noon and others in the afternoon from 1 to 4 p.m.&nbsp;This year’s camps include:&nbsp;GIRLS ROBOT-O-RAMA CAMP,&nbsp; June 2 — 5, Cost $70, Girls entering grades 5 – 8, limited to first 24 registrants. Girls will learn to build, program, and test LEGO robots using LEGO EV3 software.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ROBO CHALLENGE&nbsp;CAMP,&nbsp; June 2 — 5, Cost $70, Students entering grades 5 – 8, limited to first 24 registrants. Students will learn to build, program, and test LEGO robots using LEGO EV3 software.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ENERGY IS EVERYWHERE AM CAMP,&nbsp; June 9 — 12, Cost $70, Students entering grades 2 – 3, limited to first 24 registrants.&nbsp; Students will create circuits, utilize potential &amp; kinetic energy to learn about gravitational energy, let the sun do the cooking and so much more.&nbsp;&nbsp;ENERGY IS EVERYWHERE PM CAMP,&nbsp; June 9 — 12, Cost $70, Students entering grades 4 – 5, limited to first 24 registrants. Students will create circuits, utilize potential &amp; kinetic energy to learn about gravitational energy, let the sun do the cooking and so much more.&nbsp;WEATHER WIZARDRY AM CAMP,&nbsp; June 23 — June 26, Cost $70, Students entering grades 2 – 3, limited to first 24 registrants. Students will discover weather through experimenting, hands-on activities, and building weather measuring devices.&nbsp;WEATHER WIZARDRY PM CAMP,&nbsp; June 23—June 26, Cost $70, Students entering grades 4 – 5, limited to first 24 registrants. Students will discover weather through experimenting, hands-on activities, and building weather measuring devices.&nbsp;&nbsp;The registration fee for each camp is $70, and the registration deadline is Wednesday, May 7.&nbsp;Registration will be on a first-come, first-serve basis with a maximum of two camps per student.&nbsp;&nbsp;For more information about the summer camps, contact Cari Rohleder by phone at 785.628.4743 or by email at <a href="mailto:cbrohleder@fhsu.edu">cbrohleder@fhsu.edu</a>. More information and registration flyers can be found at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=u001.EWtdXdo3nx3t8ZlvSfKX0YVxp4teFa-2BId-2Bc7RQ68rKGw1nUnmm4EsNTigZ4On-2BXUPlfE_1ix3pnygukYWZfKiCJpm8BsHsayWXlw0ucteiDEo46fRc0p9DVWJmv2prlqkbHR6S2dsrJiXPEopagJAn55fgrGOya21Ubchf288oY8AFP4iYaBJwhylwdd5l9F7UOfOVeLW1ldsZFLuJdDjUmLhNuzISKVicTNw9Yz8g9LQ4fXeMr07gz6S9zF94ip7wd0didXs9cgDyG8HIxk8EqemT6hn6SzENCtxKFQlrFB-2Fx-2BA9N-2FF7-2BHH97RoLy2fRUy8MMdSDrO5IhjRwTSQXCm1us5Kk2c3AvroLZhwqdK-2FLMmNLhffdkiAJZLIxbWWWQkmdYFnyD9dwa1scW577mv8efofTXOB-2BnnL-2FevszbNBuKvDiEsWdeO7bzOVP9eD9LfGp">https://www.fhsu.edu/smei/camps/</a>.&nbsp;

FHSU 2025 science summer camp registration now open

Due to emergency medical leave, we need to postpone our Know Water Summit scheduled for May 2 (with pre-tour on May 1).&nbsp; We are actively working to secure a new date and will be in touch once the details are finalized.

City of HaysDue to emergency medical leave, we need to postpone our Know Water Summit scheduled for May 2 (with pre-tour on May 1).&nbsp; We are actively working to secure a new date and will be in touch once the details are finalized.

Know Your Water Summit postponed

The City of Hays will temporarily close ARC Park for two days next week to perform necessary maintenance on the playground’s fall zone surface. The closure is scheduled for May 12 and 13.

The maintenance involves resealing the playground’s rubber safety surfacing, which helps protect children from injury during play.

This process is intended to extend the life of the surfacing and prevent premature wear.

According to Jeff Boyle, director of parks for the City of Hays, the project is essential for maintaining safety and long-term durability at the park.

“This type of maintenance is part of our commitment to keeping ARC Park in top condition for families who use it,” Boyle said. “By resealing the surface now, we’re helping ensure that it remains safe and functional for years to come.”

The resealing process includes the application of a special binding material over the rubber fall zone, which takes approximately half a day to three-quarters of a day to apply.

The remainder of the time is needed for the material to fully dry and cure, allowing it to properly bind the rubber particles together and reduce future flaking or surface damage.

City officials ask for the public’s patience during the closure and encourage families to explore other local parks and recreational facilities during the brief maintenance period.

“The park will reopen once the surface has completely cured and it is safe to walk and play on again,” Boyle said. “This short closure will help preserve the quality and safety of ARC Park for the long term.”

For further details on park amenities, residents can contact the City of Hays Parks Department at (785) 628-7375 or visit the official website at HaysUSA.com.

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 </figure>City of HaysThe City of Hays will temporarily close ARC Park for two days next week to perform necessary maintenance on the playground’s fall zone surface. The closure is scheduled for May 12 and 13.The maintenance involves resealing the playground’s rubber safety surfacing, which helps protect children from injury during play.This process is intended to extend the life of the surfacing and prevent premature wear.According to Jeff Boyle, director of parks for the City of Hays, the project is essential for maintaining safety and long-term durability at the park.“This type of maintenance is part of our commitment to keeping ARC Park in top condition for families who use it,” Boyle said. “By resealing the surface now, we’re helping ensure that it remains safe and functional for years to come.”The resealing process includes the application of a special binding material over the rubber fall zone, which takes approximately half a day to three-quarters of a day to apply.The remainder of the time is needed for the material to fully dry and cure, allowing it to properly bind the rubber particles together and reduce future flaking or surface damage.City officials ask for the public’s patience during the closure and encourage families to explore other local parks and recreational facilities during the brief maintenance period.“The park will reopen once the surface has completely cured and it is safe to walk and play on again,” Boyle said. “This short closure will help preserve the quality and safety of ARC Park for the long term.”For further details on park amenities, residents can contact the City of Hays Parks Department at (785) 628-7375 or visit the official website at HaysUSA.com.

ARC Park to temporarily close for playground maintenance May 12, 13

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Plainville's Red Line Cruisers show to benefit Kansas Honor Flight

HOLY FAMILY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL NOTES WEEK OF April 28 – May 2, 2025

THE SUCCESSES OF TOMORROW BEGIN TODAY, CATHOLIC EDUCATION IS A LIFETIME ADVANTAGE!

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS…. SCHOOLS YOU CAN BELIEVE IN!

--April 28 • Memorial of St. Peter Chanel, Priest &amp; Martyr, and St. Louis Grignion de Montfort, Priest. • 5th Grade will go to Golden Belt Bank w/ Mr. Lucio for STREAM. • Fr. Nick will visit KB this morning. • Advisory Council Mtg. 5:15 p.m. in Lounge.&nbsp;

--April 29 • Memorial of St. Catherine of Siena, Doctor of the Church. • Just a reminder that this is the last week to purchase Buddy Bracelets in the A.C. before school starts.

--April 30 • Memorial of St. Pius V, Pope. • 3rd Gr. Kansas Kid Fitness Day from 9:00-12:00. • 5th Grade will go to Golden Belt Bank w/ Mr. Lucio for STREAM. • Sr. Rose Marie will visit 4th grade at 2:00. • Joyful Noise Choir will meet at 2:45.

--May 1 • Memorial of St. Joseph the Worker. • May Birthday Mass &amp; Lunch. • National Day of Prayer – at VFW 12:00 p.m. • Sr. Rose Marie visits 5th gr. at 2:30. • Listen up students – all library books are due back tomorrow!! If you return your books on time, you get some exciting incentives from Mrs. Brown!!

--May 2 • Memorial of St. Athanasius, Bishop and Doctor of the Church. • 5th Gr. F.U.N. Day – free dress, ultimate recess, no homework for a feed the pig prize. • 4th &amp; 5th gr. will be gone this morning for Famous Figures Finals at Beach Schmidt. • May Crowning is at 2:30 p.m. at IHM, 1st grade will lead. • All library books are due today to the library. • Just a reminder that all students and staff are encouraged to wear a TIE on Monday with your uniform!!&nbsp;

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 </figure>HFEHOLY FAMILY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL NOTES WEEK OF April 28 – May 2, 2025THE SUCCESSES OF TOMORROW BEGIN TODAY, CATHOLIC EDUCATION IS A LIFETIME ADVANTAGE!CATHOLIC SCHOOLS…. SCHOOLS YOU CAN BELIEVE IN!MONDAY--April 28 • Memorial of St. Peter Chanel, Priest &amp; Martyr, and St. Louis Grignion de Montfort, Priest. • 5th Grade will go to Golden Belt Bank w/ Mr. Lucio for STREAM. • Fr. Nick will visit KB this morning. • Advisory Council Mtg. 5:15 p.m. in Lounge.&nbsp;TUESDAY--April 29 • Memorial of St. Catherine of Siena, Doctor of the Church. • Just a reminder that this is the last week to purchase Buddy Bracelets in the A.C. before school starts.WEDNESDAY--April 30 • Memorial of St. Pius V, Pope. • 3rd Gr. Kansas Kid Fitness Day from 9:00-12:00. • 5th Grade will go to Golden Belt Bank w/ Mr. Lucio for STREAM. • Sr. Rose Marie will visit 4th grade at 2:00. • Joyful Noise Choir will meet at 2:45.THURSDAY--May 1 • Memorial of St. Joseph the Worker. • May Birthday Mass &amp; Lunch. • National Day of Prayer – at VFW 12:00 p.m. • Sr. Rose Marie visits 5th gr. at 2:30. • Listen up students – all library books are due back tomorrow!! If you return your books on time, you get some exciting incentives from Mrs. Brown!!FRIDAY--May 2 • Memorial of St. Athanasius, Bishop and Doctor of the Church. • 5th Gr. F.U.N. Day – free dress, ultimate recess, no homework for a feed the pig prize. • 4th &amp; 5th gr. will be gone this morning for Famous Figures Finals at Beach Schmidt. • May Crowning is at 2:30 p.m. at IHM, 1st grade will lead. • All library books are due today to the library. • Just a reminder that all students and staff are encouraged to wear a TIE on Monday with your uniform!!&nbsp;

Holy Family Elementary School notes, April 28-May 2, 2025

Trinity Lutheran Church, 2703 Fort, will have a worship service in the German language at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 4.

Preaching will be the Rev. Delvin Strecker of Salina. Strecker ‘s family immigrated to the Barton County area of Kansas from the Lutheran area along the Volga River in Russia.

Strecker grew up speaking the Volga German dialect, but later learned to speak High German and was a high school German teacher until he retired and went to seminary.

The worship service will include Holy Communion and a time to share stories and reminisce. A potluck meal will follow the service.

Dana Loewen, the church’s administrative assistant, said, “The service will be a traditional Lutheran service conducted completely in German. Bulletins will be available with both the German and English translations printed so everyone can follow along . . . Anyone with interest in worshipping and fellowshipping in German is welcome to join.”

Trinity’s pastor is the Rev. Brenda Rodger.

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 </figure>Trinity Lutheran ChurchTrinity Lutheran Church, 2703 Fort, will have a worship service in the German language at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 4.Preaching will be the Rev. Delvin Strecker of Salina. Strecker ‘s family immigrated to the Barton County area of Kansas from the Lutheran area along the Volga River in Russia.Strecker grew up speaking the Volga German dialect, but later learned to speak High German and was a high school German teacher until he retired and went to seminary.The worship service will include Holy Communion and a time to share stories and reminisce. A potluck meal will follow the service.Dana Loewen, the church’s administrative assistant, said, “The service will be a traditional Lutheran service conducted completely in German. Bulletins will be available with both the German and English translations printed so everyone can follow along . . . Anyone with interest in worshipping and fellowshipping in German is welcome to join.”Trinity’s pastor is the Rev. Brenda Rodger.<figure>
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Trinity Lutheran Church to hold worship service in German

By JAY HARRIS Cottonwood Extension District&nbsp;

Have you ever wanted to make a difference in your community, support local agriculture, youth, families, and community development, or help guide educational outreach in Barton and Ellis Counties? Serving on the Cottonwood Extension District Board may be just the opportunity you’re looking for.

The filing deadline for the 2025 Cottonwood Extension District Board Election is June 1, 2025. Interested individuals must be residents of either Barton or Ellis County and file for candidacy through the respective county clerk’s office. Four positions—two from each county—will be on the ballot during the upcoming election.

What Is the Cottonwood Extension District?

The Cottonwood Extension District is part of K-State Research and Extension, a statewide system that brings the resources of Kansas State University to local communities. Our staff work in areas such as agriculture and natural resources, family and consumer sciences, 4-H youth development, and community vitality. Programs are offered through educational workshops, field demonstrations, school enrichment, one-on-one consultations, and more.

The Cottonwood District serves both Barton and Ellis Counties through offices in Great Bend and Hays, and is guided by a locally elected board of directors.

The Extension District Board plays a vital role in overseeing the planning, budgeting, and staffing of district programs and services. Board members work closely with local extension agents and administrative staff to ensure that educational needs of the community are being met effectively. The board also provides fiscal oversight and strategic guidance to support long-term impact and sustainability.

Board members are elected to four-year terms and meet regularly throughout the year. This is a great opportunity to serve your community while gaining insight into the important work being done to support agriculture, health, youth, and economic development in our region.

Filing is easy. Simply contact your County Clerk’s office—either in Barton County or Ellis County—and request to file for the Cottonwood Extension District Board election. The deadline to file is June 1, 2025.

For more information about the Cottonwood Extension District and the work we do, visit our website at <a href="https://cottonwood.k-state.edu/">cottonwood.k-state.edu</a> or call the office in Hays at 785-628-9430 or Great Bend at 620-793-1910.

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 </figure>By JAY HARRIS Cottonwood Extension District&nbsp;Have you ever wanted to make a difference in your community, support local agriculture, youth, families, and community development, or help guide educational outreach in Barton and Ellis Counties? Serving on the Cottonwood Extension District Board may be just the opportunity you’re looking for.The filing deadline for the 2025 Cottonwood Extension District Board Election is June 1, 2025. Interested individuals must be residents of either Barton or Ellis County and file for candidacy through the respective county clerk’s office. Four positions—two from each county—will be on the ballot during the upcoming election.What Is the Cottonwood Extension District?The Cottonwood Extension District is part of K-State Research and Extension, a statewide system that brings the resources of Kansas State University to local communities. Our staff work in areas such as agriculture and natural resources, family and consumer sciences, 4-H youth development, and community vitality. Programs are offered through educational workshops, field demonstrations, school enrichment, one-on-one consultations, and more.The Cottonwood District serves both Barton and Ellis Counties through offices in Great Bend and Hays, and is guided by a locally elected board of directors.The Role of the BoardThe Extension District Board plays a vital role in overseeing the planning, budgeting, and staffing of district programs and services. Board members work closely with local extension agents and administrative staff to ensure that educational needs of the community are being met effectively. The board also provides fiscal oversight and strategic guidance to support long-term impact and sustainability.Board members are elected to four-year terms and meet regularly throughout the year. This is a great opportunity to serve your community while gaining insight into the important work being done to support agriculture, health, youth, and economic development in our region.How to FileFiling is easy. Simply contact your County Clerk’s office—either in Barton County or Ellis County—and request to file for the Cottonwood Extension District Board election. The deadline to file is June 1, 2025.For more information about the Cottonwood Extension District and the work we do, visit our website at <a href="https://cottonwood.k-state.edu/">cottonwood.k-state.edu</a> or call the office in Hays at 785-628-9430 or Great Bend at 620-793-1910.

Filing open for Cottonwood Extension District board member election; deadline June 1

Paige Bunk from the Kansas Historical Society is visiting historic Fort Hays on April 26, 1-5 p.m. The presentation includes identifying artifacts that visitors are encouraged to bring from personal collections.

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 </figure>Historic Fort HaysPaige Bunk from the Kansas Historical Society is visiting historic Fort Hays on April 26, 1-5 p.m. The presentation includes identifying artifacts that visitors are encouraged to bring from personal collections.

Archeologists to identify local artifacts brought to Historic Fort Hays Saturday

On this episode of the&nbsp;<a href="https://hayspost.com/category/post-podcast" target="_blank">Post Podcast</a>,&nbsp;Hays Post reporter Cristina Janney speaks with Kerri Lacy, Lincoln Elementary School principal, about the school's 100th anniversary celebration.

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On April 25 and 26, the 31st annual Kansas Storytelling Festival will be held in Downs, KS. The festival attracts visitors from all around Kansas, other states and other countries. As Sherry Knouf, festival chairperson, says, “We have visitors from coast to coast and border to border, even Canada and Norway.”.

This year’s featured storytellers are nationally known tellers such as Ed Stivender, Pippa White, Paul Strickland, Priscilla Howe and Michael D. McCarty. 

Priscilla Howe returns for her fourth time and was a featured storyteller at the first two festivals. Pippa White has also entertained attendees three times with her unique, captivating, and touching stories. This will be Ed Stivender’s third appearance – the last time was the 26th festival in 2019. Newcomers Paul Strickland and Michael D. McCarty round out the featured entertainment that you won’t want to miss. The featured storytellers will perform several times during the festival.

A special early opportunity is available for the public to “Meet the Storytellers” at 7:00 pm. on Thursday evening, April 24. Stivender, White, Strickland, Howe and McCarty will all be on hand to visit and swap stories. There is no charge to come and meet the storytellers.

The Kansas Storytelling Festival officially begins at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, April 25 with Ed Stivender and Priscilla Howe entertaining children of all ages. There are two other sessions on Friday afternoon before the Tall Tales Contest and evening session begins at 7:00 p.m. Four tall tale contestants will compete for the coveted championship shovel trophy awarded that night. 

Each of the featured tellers and the Legends will provide a short snippet of their stories during a “Olio” performance. The evening wraps up with a hour-long ghost story session by Paul Strickland. 

Saturday’s storytelling sessions begin at 10:00 a.m. and run through 5:00 p.m. with a two-hour break at noon. 

The Grand Finale session begins at 7:00 p.m. with Ed Stivender, Pippa White and Michael D. McCarty giving festival goers a last chance to laugh, cry and wonder at the miracle of storytelling.

Full information about the festival storytellers and schedules is available at <a href="https://www.kansasstorytellingfestival.com/">https://www.kansasstorytellingfestival.com/ </a>or the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/KansasStorytellingFestival">Kansas Storytelling Festival Facebook page</a>.

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 </figure>SubmittedOn April 25 and 26, the 31st annual Kansas Storytelling Festival will be held in Downs, KS. The festival attracts visitors from all around Kansas, other states and other countries. As Sherry Knouf, festival chairperson, says, “We have visitors from coast to coast and border to border, even Canada and Norway.”.This year’s featured storytellers are nationally known tellers such as Ed Stivender, Pippa White, Paul Strickland, Priscilla Howe and Michael D. McCarty. Priscilla Howe returns for her fourth time and was a featured storyteller at the first two festivals. Pippa White has also entertained attendees three times with her unique, captivating, and touching stories. This will be Ed Stivender’s third appearance – the last time was the 26th festival in 2019. Newcomers Paul Strickland and Michael D. McCarty round out the featured entertainment that you won’t want to miss. The featured storytellers will perform several times during the festival.A special early opportunity is available for the public to “Meet the Storytellers” at 7:00 pm. on Thursday evening, April 24. Stivender, White, Strickland, Howe and McCarty will all be on hand to visit and swap stories. There is no charge to come and meet the storytellers.The Kansas Storytelling Festival officially begins at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, April 25 with Ed Stivender and Priscilla Howe entertaining children of all ages. There are two other sessions on Friday afternoon before the Tall Tales Contest and evening session begins at 7:00 p.m. Four tall tale contestants will compete for the coveted championship shovel trophy awarded that night. Each of the featured tellers and the Legends will provide a short snippet of their stories during a “Olio” performance. The evening wraps up with a hour-long ghost story session by Paul Strickland. Saturday’s storytelling sessions begin at 10:00 a.m. and run through 5:00 p.m. with a two-hour break at noon. The Grand Finale session begins at 7:00 p.m. with Ed Stivender, Pippa White and Michael D. McCarty giving festival goers a last chance to laugh, cry and wonder at the miracle of storytelling.Full information about the festival storytellers and schedules is available at <a href="https://www.kansasstorytellingfestival.com/">https://www.kansasstorytellingfestival.com/ </a>or the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/KansasStorytellingFestival">Kansas Storytelling Festival Facebook page</a>.

Meet the Tellers event precedes Kansas Storytelling Festival in Downs

The RPM races in Hays have been canceled this weekend due to weather.

The RPM races in Hays have been canceled this weekend due to weather.

RPM races canceled this weekend

By BECKY KISER Hays Post

A public hearing will be conducted during the Hays City Commission meeting this afternoon for issuance of industrial revenue bonds requested by A&amp;A Coors Inc. and an exemption from ad valorem property taxes. 

The business, located on East Eighth Street, plans to construct a new 43,000-square-foot commercial warehouse and distribution facility in the industrial park at Ninth and Commerce Parkway. 

Also on the agenda are two bid request awards.

• $136,483 to Morgan Brothers Construction, La Crosse, for parking lot and access improvements at the water resources facility, 1000 Vine.

• $101,420 to C-Hawkk Construction LLC, Eudora, for pavement markings on Hall Street, East 13th Street, and the Vine Street roundabouts .&nbsp;

The complete agenda is available <a href="https://ks-hays.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04242025-1542">here</a>.&nbsp;

The meeting begins at 4 p.m. in Hays City Hall, 1507 Main.

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 </figure>By BECKY KISER Hays PostA public hearing will be conducted during the Hays City Commission meeting this afternoon for issuance of industrial revenue bonds requested by A&amp;A Coors Inc. and an exemption from ad valorem property taxes. The business, located on East Eighth Street, plans to construct a new 43,000-square-foot commercial warehouse and distribution facility in the industrial park at Ninth and Commerce Parkway. Also on the agenda are two bid request awards.• $136,483 to Morgan Brothers Construction, La Crosse, for parking lot and access improvements at the water resources facility, 1000 Vine.• $101,420 to C-Hawkk Construction LLC, Eudora, for pavement markings on Hall Street, East 13th Street, and the Vine Street roundabouts .&nbsp;The complete agenda is available <a href="https://ks-hays.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04242025-1542">here</a>.&nbsp;The meeting begins at 4 p.m. in Hays City Hall, 1507 Main.

Public hearing today for A&A Coors building request of industrial revenue bonds 

&nbsp;The construction and demolition pit and the tree pile at the Ellis County Landfill are now open. Please use caution and take your time while accessing the sites.&nbsp;

Please direct any questions to the Ellis County Landfill at 785-628-9460. We appreciate your cooperation.&nbsp;

The Ellis County Environmental Services office is announcing that the Construction &amp; Demolition pit and tree pile at the Ellis County Landfill are closed Thursday, April 24, 2025, due to muddy conditions.

These materials will&nbsp;not&nbsp;be allowed in the transfer station. An announcement will be made should conditions improve that allow for reopening.

Municipal Waste will remain open. The gates will be closed at 4:45 p.m. and no dumping will be allowed after that time.

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 </figure>Ellis County&nbsp;The construction and demolition pit and the tree pile at the Ellis County Landfill are now open. Please use caution and take your time while accessing the sites.&nbsp;The dirt pile will remain closed.&nbsp;Please direct any questions to the Ellis County Landfill at 785-628-9460. We appreciate your cooperation.&nbsp;-----The Ellis County Environmental Services office is announcing that the Construction &amp; Demolition pit and tree pile at the Ellis County Landfill are closed Thursday, April 24, 2025, due to muddy conditions.These materials will&nbsp;not&nbsp;be allowed in the transfer station. An announcement will be made should conditions improve that allow for reopening.Municipal Waste will remain open. The gates will be closed at 4:45 p.m. and no dumping will be allowed after that time.

UPDATE: Ellis County Landfill demolition site reopens

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TMP-Marian 51st Auction for Christian Education set for Friday, Saturday

BUNKER HILL — The Kansas Legislature, a local production of Smoky Hills PBS, will feature State Representatives Troy Waymaster (Dist. #109, R-Bunker Hill), Sherri Brantley (Dist. #112, R-Great Bend), Dawn Wolf (Dist. #107, R-Bennington, along with State Senators Elaine Bowers (Dist. #36, R-Concordia) and Brenda Dietrich (Dist. #20, R-Topeka) on Friday, April 25 at 7 p.m.&nbsp;

The Kansas Legislature&nbsp;is a program that takes place during the legislative session and gives the legislators and viewers the opportunity to discuss up-to-date issues.&nbsp; During the program, viewers can call 1-800-337-4788 with their legislative questions or email them to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:theksleg@shptv.org">theksleg@shptv.org</a>.&nbsp;

Becky Kiser, news reporter for Hays Post/Eagle Radio, has been named the moderator for the 2025 season of&nbsp;The Kansas Legislature.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Streaming access is also available for each episode on the Smoky Hills PBS YouTube channel:&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://bit.ly/StreamSmokyHillsPBS">http://bit.ly/StreamSmokyHillsPBS</a>.&nbsp;

To find a list of legislators that might be on the show each week, go to our website,&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.smokyhillspbs.org/">SmokyHillsPBS.org</a>&nbsp;where you will find the 2025 season schedule.&nbsp;

The 2025 Kansas Legislature is made possible by a partnership with the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.fhsu.edu/docking/">Docking Institute of Public Affairs</a>, Fort Hays State University.

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 </figure>Smoky Hills PBSBUNKER HILL — The Kansas Legislature, a local production of Smoky Hills PBS, will feature State Representatives Troy Waymaster (Dist. #109, R-Bunker Hill), Sherri Brantley (Dist. #112, R-Great Bend), Dawn Wolf (Dist. #107, R-Bennington, along with State Senators Elaine Bowers (Dist. #36, R-Concordia) and Brenda Dietrich (Dist. #20, R-Topeka) on Friday, April 25 at 7 p.m.&nbsp;The Kansas Legislature&nbsp;is a program that takes place during the legislative session and gives the legislators and viewers the opportunity to discuss up-to-date issues.&nbsp; During the program, viewers can call 1-800-337-4788 with their legislative questions or email them to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:theksleg@shptv.org">theksleg@shptv.org</a>.&nbsp;Becky Kiser, news reporter for Hays Post/Eagle Radio, has been named the moderator for the 2025 season of&nbsp;The Kansas Legislature.&nbsp;&nbsp;Streaming access is also available for each episode on the Smoky Hills PBS YouTube channel:&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://bit.ly/StreamSmokyHillsPBS">http://bit.ly/StreamSmokyHillsPBS</a>.&nbsp; To find a list of legislators that might be on the show each week, go to our website,&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.smokyhillspbs.org/">SmokyHillsPBS.org</a>&nbsp;where you will find the 2025 season schedule.&nbsp;The 2025 Kansas Legislature is made possible by a partnership with the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.fhsu.edu/docking/">Docking Institute of Public Affairs</a>, Fort Hays State University.

Waymaster, Bowers, 3 others featured this week on The Kansas Legislature

COLBY — Doug Gabriel-The Ultimate Variety Show from Branson will be the final Western Plains Arts Association performance this spring.&nbsp;

They are coming to Hoxie High School auditorium Sunday, April 27 at 3:00 p.m. to share this high-energy production.

&nbsp;It is sure to leave you wanting more with its incredible cast of talented artists performing your favorite songs and scenes from well-known Broadway shows.&nbsp;You'll be amazed as skilled singers, musicians and comedians take center stage for a truly unforgettable experience. From beloved slow ballads to upbeat classics, this show has something for everyone.

Admission to this program is by WPAA season ticket or tickets can be purchased at the door.&nbsp;&nbsp;

This program is made possible through the generosity of area businesses, individual donors,&nbsp;the Sheridan County Community Foundation and a grant from the Dane Hansen Foundation.

FOR YOUR TRAVEL INFORMATION Highway 23 south of Hoxie is under construction and closed at this time.&nbsp; Please make plans to take another route to this great program.

The KDOT-recommended alternative route is to come north of Oakley on Highway 83 to Highway 24, then east, or you can come through Plainville or north from WaKeeney.

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 </figure>WPAA COLBY — Doug Gabriel-The Ultimate Variety Show from Branson will be the final Western Plains Arts Association performance this spring.&nbsp;They are coming to Hoxie High School auditorium Sunday, April 27 at 3:00 p.m. to share this high-energy production.&nbsp;It is sure to leave you wanting more with its incredible cast of talented artists performing your favorite songs and scenes from well-known Broadway shows.&nbsp;You'll be amazed as skilled singers, musicians and comedians take center stage for a truly unforgettable experience. From beloved slow ballads to upbeat classics, this show has something for everyone.Admission to this program is by WPAA season ticket or tickets can be purchased at the door.&nbsp;&nbsp;This program is made possible through the generosity of area businesses, individual donors,&nbsp;the Sheridan County Community Foundation and a grant from the Dane Hansen Foundation.FOR YOUR TRAVEL INFORMATION Highway 23 south of Hoxie is under construction and closed at this time.&nbsp; Please make plans to take another route to this great program. The KDOT-recommended alternative route is to come north of Oakley on Highway 83 to Highway 24, then east, or you can come through Plainville or north from WaKeeney.

Branson's Doug Gabriel-The Ultimate Variety Show coming to Hoxie on Sunday

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Summer fun program enrollment underway at Hays Area Children's Center

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Smoky Valley Hook Antique Tractor Pull in Schoenchen May 3

Per Ellis County resolution, the Ellis County Fire Department is announcing the relaxation of the burn ban in all the unincorporated areas of Ellis County, effective immediately.

Due to the rainfall in portions of Ellis County and the favorable forecast for moisture throughout the week, the ban is being lifted due to the changing conditions.

If the drought persists alongside the summer temperatures, a burn ban might be implemented again at a later date.

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 </figure>Ellis CountyPer Ellis County resolution, the Ellis County Fire Department is announcing the relaxation of the burn ban in all the unincorporated areas of Ellis County, effective immediately.Due to the rainfall in portions of Ellis County and the favorable forecast for moisture throughout the week, the ban is being lifted due to the changing conditions.If the drought persists alongside the summer temperatures, a burn ban might be implemented again at a later date.

Burn ban lifted in Ellis County

By MONIQUE KOERNER Cottonwood Extension District

One of the best ways to keep your mind and body functioning at its best is to exercise. When I worked with small children we always used to say, “the best exercise for the brain is exercise!” The same holds true as we age. 

Exercise produces a wide range of benefits for not only our physical health, but also mental health. Regular participation in strengthening exercises can help you build muscle and increase bone density. It can also help relieve stress and reduce depression symptoms. 

The Stay Strong, Stay Healthy program focuses on improving the health and well being of older adults. The goal of the program is to provide safe, structured and effective strength training for adults. No one is too inactive, or too young to participate. 

Strength training promotes quality of life and independence, especially for adults over age 60. Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is an evidence-based program that has been shown to increase strength, balance, and flexibility.

You might be asking yourself, “I wonder what we’ll do?” It is an eight-week program that meets twice a week for one-hour. We will do warm up exercises, easy strengthening exercises, with or without weights, based on your preference, and finish with cool-down stretches and breathing exercises. 

The best part is there is no membership fee like at a gym and there are no special clothes or equipment needed. We will have weights available if you want to use them. You will work at your own pace and progress as you are able. There are modifications to the exercises based on your own fitness level.

Regular classes will begin April 28, 2025 and will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays at 4 p.m. for eight weeks. All classes will be held at our office in Hays located at 601 Main Street. There will be a one-time fee of $20 to participate in the eight-week program. I’m hoping by offering it at 4 p.m. more&nbsp;working people might also be able to attend. 

Please call the office if you have any questions or email Monique at moniquek@ksu.edu.

Cottonwood Extension District would like to extend a huge thank you to Heartland Community Foundation. This project was funded in part by a grant from the Ellis County Legacy Fund and the Dane G. Hansen Community Grant Fund-Heartland of the Heartland Community Foundation. Their funding allowed us to purchase our own weight set for our district so we will be able to offer classes on a regular basis.

Come join me for some fun and get healthier and stronger!

Monique Koerner is the Family and Community Wellness Agent with K-State Research and Extension – Cottonwood District. You may reach her at: 785-628-9430 or moniquek@ksu.edu

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 </figure>By MONIQUE KOERNER Cottonwood Extension DistrictOne of the best ways to keep your mind and body functioning at its best is to exercise. When I worked with small children we always used to say, “the best exercise for the brain is exercise!” The same holds true as we age. Exercise produces a wide range of benefits for not only our physical health, but also mental health. Regular participation in strengthening exercises can help you build muscle and increase bone density. It can also help relieve stress and reduce depression symptoms. The Stay Strong, Stay Healthy program focuses on improving the health and well being of older adults. The goal of the program is to provide safe, structured and effective strength training for adults. No one is too inactive, or too young to participate. Strength training promotes quality of life and independence, especially for adults over age 60. Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is an evidence-based program that has been shown to increase strength, balance, and flexibility.You might be asking yourself, “I wonder what we’ll do?” It is an eight-week program that meets twice a week for one-hour. We will do warm up exercises, easy strengthening exercises, with or without weights, based on your preference, and finish with cool-down stretches and breathing exercises. The best part is there is no membership fee like at a gym and there are no special clothes or equipment needed. We will have weights available if you want to use them. You will work at your own pace and progress as you are able. There are modifications to the exercises based on your own fitness level.Regular classes will begin April 28, 2025 and will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays at 4 p.m. for eight weeks. All classes will be held at our office in Hays located at 601 Main Street. There will be a one-time fee of $20 to participate in the eight-week program. I’m hoping by offering it at 4 p.m. more&nbsp;working people might also be able to attend. Please call the office if you have any questions or email Monique at moniquek@ksu.edu.Cottonwood Extension District would like to extend a huge thank you to Heartland Community Foundation. This project was funded in part by a grant from the Ellis County Legacy Fund and the Dane G. Hansen Community Grant Fund-Heartland of the Heartland Community Foundation. Their funding allowed us to purchase our own weight set for our district so we will be able to offer classes on a regular basis.Come join me for some fun and get healthier and stronger!Monique Koerner is the Family and Community Wellness Agent with K-State Research and Extension – Cottonwood District. You may reach her at: 785-628-9430 or moniquek@ksu.edu

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