Submitted The Ellis County Environmental Services office is announcing that the dirt pile at the landfill will be closed today due to muddy conditions. This material will not be accepted in the transfer station.

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

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

Submitted The Ellis County Environmental Services office is announcing that the dirt pile at the landfill will be closed today due to muddy conditions. This material will not be accepted in the transfer station.Municipal Waste will remain open, and the gates will be closed at 4:45 p.m. No dumping will be allowed after that time.Please direct any questions to the Ellis County Landfill at 785-628-9460.&nbsp;

Ellis County dirt pile closed today

"Surviving the Holidays" will be hosted at North Oak Community Church from 6 to 8 p.m. Nov. 21.

The program is for those who have lost a loved one in death. It reassures people grieving the loss that they are not alone—that help is available.

This two-hour event can offer encouragement and practical advice for navigating the Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons. It gives insight into what to expect and the strength to go on.

For information or to attend, register by calling Rich Matzke at 785)-650-2946 or text&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="mailto:richardmatzke48@gmail.com">richardmatzke48@gmail.com</a>.

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 </figure>Submitted"Surviving the Holidays" will be hosted at North Oak Community Church from 6 to 8 p.m. Nov. 21.The program is for those who have lost a loved one in death. It reassures people grieving the loss that they are not alone—that help is available.This two-hour event can offer encouragement and practical advice for navigating the Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons. It gives insight into what to expect and the strength to go on.For information or to attend, register by calling Rich Matzke at 785)-650-2946 or text&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="mailto:richardmatzke48@gmail.com">richardmatzke48@gmail.com</a>.

North Oak Community Church to host 'Surviving the Holidays'

Imagine Ellis County is a product of Strategic Doing with Heartland Community Foundation and facilitated by Dane G. Hansen Foundation.

Their mission is to create community growth through an engaged group of Ellis County residents who collaborate on strategic vision for the community and the region.

The vision is to create a vibrant hub of innovation and opportunity, that empowers residents, attracts projects and ensures sustainable development for a thriving future.

The Downtown Stage project is open to the community and any resident who wants to learn more or help create a permanent stage structure at Hays Municipal Park.

This space could be utilized for large concerts, community arts, traveling artists and community events.

To find out more or to help out with this project, come to a meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 19, in the basement meeting space of Brief Space.

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 </figure>Imagine Ellis County is a product of Strategic Doing with Heartland Community Foundation and facilitated by Dane G. Hansen Foundation.Their mission is to create community growth through an engaged group of Ellis County residents who collaborate on strategic vision for the community and the region.The vision is to create a vibrant hub of innovation and opportunity, that empowers residents, attracts projects and ensures sustainable development for a thriving future.The Downtown Stage project is open to the community and any resident who wants to learn more or help create a permanent stage structure at Hays Municipal Park.This space could be utilized for large concerts, community arts, traveling artists and community events.To find out more or to help out with this project, come to a meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 19, in the basement meeting space of Brief Space.

Meeting set to discuss downtown stage project

There will be a volunteer training for all Cold Weather Shelter interested volunteers from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Nov. 19 at the First Baptist Church Hays, 1111 Fort St.

If you are interested in volunteering you must attend a training. To sign up please go to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ourecma.com/hayscoldshelter">Cold Weather Shelter | ECMA</a>

SubmittedThere will be a volunteer training for all Cold Weather Shelter interested volunteers from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Nov. 19 at the First Baptist Church Hays, 1111 Fort St.If you are interested in volunteering you must attend a training. To sign up please go to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ourecma.com/hayscoldshelter">Cold Weather Shelter | ECMA</a>

Cold weather Shelter training set for Nov. 19

The Optimist Club of Hays presents its annual live Christmas tree sale. Starts on Nov. 29, black Friday weekend 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Then, weekdays starting Monday, Dec. 2, from 3 to 8 p.m. and weekends from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Until trees sold out, find us in the Walmart parking lot in Hays, 4301 Vine.

Since 1965 the Optimist Club of Hays has been supporting the Ellis County youth programs. 

Your purchase directly benefits these projects. 

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 </figure>SubmittedThe Optimist Club of Hays presents its annual live Christmas tree sale. Starts on Nov. 29, black Friday weekend 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.Then, weekdays starting Monday, Dec. 2, from 3 to 8 p.m. and weekends from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Until trees sold out, find us in the Walmart parking lot in Hays, 4301 Vine.Since 1965 the Optimist Club of Hays has been supporting the Ellis County youth programs. Your purchase directly benefits these projects.

Optimist Club of Hays' annual Christmas tree sale begins Nov. 29

Start the advent/holiday season on a glorious note with the FHSU choirs: Fort Hays Singers, Concert Choir, and Smoky Hill Chorale at the annual Cathedral Christmas Concert in Victoria.

Hays HS Chamber Singers and the St. Fidelis Church choir are the guest choirs. Also appearing: Tom Meagher, organ; FHSU Horn Ensemble; FHSU Flute Ensemble; several FHSU Music Faculty will perform, plus other members of the Music &amp; Theatre Dept.

This concert is free and open to the public.

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 </figure>SubmittedCathedral Christmas ConcertSunday, December 8, 2024, 3:30pmBasilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, KSStart the advent/holiday season on a glorious note with the FHSU choirs: Fort Hays Singers, Concert Choir, and Smoky Hill Chorale at the annual Cathedral Christmas Concert in Victoria.Hays HS Chamber Singers and the St. Fidelis Church choir are the guest choirs. Also appearing: Tom Meagher, organ; FHSU Horn Ensemble; FHSU Flute Ensemble; several FHSU Music Faculty will perform, plus other members of the Music &amp; Theatre Dept.This concert is free and open to the public.

Cathedral Christmas Concert set for Dec. 8

Kansas State University is continuing community visits across the state and invites residents of Ellis County for a special afternoon focused on water education and conservation.

The “Know Your Water” event will take place on November 18, starting at 2 p.m. at the Agricultural Research Center in Hays. Organizers say that participants will have the chance to learn about water systems, efficient irrigation techniques, and non-point source pollution.

“We want our residents to see these demonstrations first-hand and to hear about science-based water management strategies. K-State will use this visit to help everyone dive deeper into the important topic of water,” said Stacie Minson, an extension watershed specialist with K-State Research and Extension.

This community visit will feature experts from the university and Extension who will lead the hands-on showcases and demonstrations. Participants will also have a tour of Pleasant View Farms, where water quality improvements have been put into action.

The continuation of K-State’s community visits shows the university’s commitment to prioritizing engagement and driving partnerships that address real-world challenges — whether through educational outreach, innovative research or service programs that benefit the people and industries of Kansas.

Community visit events are free and open to all Kansans, including community members, leaders and industry partners. Those interested can go to bit.ly/KWY-visit to register.

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 </figure>SubmittedKansas State University is continuing community visits across the state and invites residents of Ellis County for a special afternoon focused on water education and conservation.The “Know Your Water” event will take place on November 18, starting at 2 p.m. at the Agricultural Research Center in Hays. Organizers say that participants will have the chance to learn about water systems, efficient irrigation techniques, and non-point source pollution.“We want our residents to see these demonstrations first-hand and to hear about science-based water management strategies. K-State will use this visit to help everyone dive deeper into the important topic of water,” said Stacie Minson, an extension watershed specialist with K-State Research and Extension.This community visit will feature experts from the university and Extension who will lead the hands-on showcases and demonstrations. Participants will also have a tour of Pleasant View Farms, where water quality improvements have been put into action.The continuation of K-State’s community visits shows the university’s commitment to prioritizing engagement and driving partnerships that address real-world challenges — whether through educational outreach, innovative research or service programs that benefit the people and industries of Kansas.Community visit events are free and open to all Kansans, including community members, leaders and industry partners. Those interested can go to bit.ly/KWY-visit to register.

K-State comes to Ellis Co. for community visit about water

This Thanksgiving Holiday, make sure to buckle up,
Kansans. If you don’t make occupant protection a habit now start a new
tradition! 

&nbsp;Beginning
November 21, 2024 through December 1, 2024&nbsp;
the Ellis County Sheriff’s Office will join many other law enforcement
agencies across the state, including the Kansas Highway Patrol, in the Kansas *THANKGIVING
SAFE ARRIVAL traffic
enforcement campaign.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Although all
Kansas Traffic Laws will be enforced, this extra provision will be actively
enforcing our occupant protection laws. 

The Ellis County Sheriff’s Office will also provide
education that serves as a reminder that BUCKLING UP SAVES LIVES.

Don’t be a turkey, buckle up, every trip, every time.
Its your best defense in case of crash. Do it, if not for you, do it for them.

&nbsp; *Supported by
a grant from the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT)

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 </figure>Ellis County Sheriff's OfficeThis Thanksgiving Holiday, make sure to buckle up,
Kansans. If you don’t make occupant protection a habit now start a new
tradition! &nbsp;Beginning
November 21, 2024 through December 1, 2024&nbsp;
the Ellis County Sheriff’s Office will join many other law enforcement
agencies across the state, including the Kansas Highway Patrol, in the Kansas *THANKGIVING
SAFE ARRIVAL traffic
enforcement campaign.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Although all
Kansas Traffic Laws will be enforced, this extra provision will be actively
enforcing our occupant protection laws. The Ellis County Sheriff’s Office will also provide
education that serves as a reminder that BUCKLING UP SAVES LIVES. Don’t be a turkey, buckle up, every trip, every time.
Its your best defense in case of crash. Do it, if not for you, do it for them.&nbsp; *Supported by
a grant from the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT)

Local law enforcement taking part in national seatbelt enforcement campaign

Fort Hays State University’s next Science Café is set for Monday, Nov. 18

“Psychological Well-Being: The Good Life Beyond the Asymptomatic Life,” presentation is sponsored by FHSU's Science and Mathematics Education Institute (SMEI) and will begin at 7 p.m. Nov. 18 at The Venue in Thirsty’s Brew Pub &amp; Grill, 2704 Vine.

This month’s presentation by Nathan Purdue, FHSU mental health counselor, will focus on what it means to flourish psychologically.

With so much of mental health focused on described abnormal and pathological psychological functioning, occasionally equating treatment success with lack of psychological symptoms, Purdue changes this focus when he asks, “How do scientists conceive of what it means to flourish psychologically?” Come and find out.

Science Café presentations are free and open to the public. Questions can be directed to Cari Rohleder at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cbrohleder@fhsu.edu">cbrohleder@fhsu.edu</a>&nbsp;or 785-628-4743 or by visiting:

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 </figure>FHSU University RelationsFort Hays State University’s next Science Café is set for Monday, Nov. 18“Psychological Well-Being: The Good Life Beyond the Asymptomatic Life,” presentation is sponsored by FHSU's Science and Mathematics Education Institute (SMEI) and will begin at 7 p.m. Nov. 18 at The Venue in Thirsty’s Brew Pub &amp; Grill, 2704 Vine.This month’s presentation by Nathan Purdue, FHSU mental health counselor, will focus on what it means to flourish psychologically.With so much of mental health focused on described abnormal and pathological psychological functioning, occasionally equating treatment success with lack of psychological symptoms, Purdue changes this focus when he asks, “How do scientists conceive of what it means to flourish psychologically?” Come and find out.Science Café presentations are free and open to the public. Questions can be directed to Cari Rohleder at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cbrohleder@fhsu.edu">cbrohleder@fhsu.edu</a>&nbsp;or 785-628-4743 or by visiting:<a target="_blank" href="https://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=u001.7LNxDHQVpzCjONIZ4OYIqhxD-2BcQjFgIRBovAML9-2BM4eClLu2fQOOHuiGSFsY2VCCja5t_1ix3pnygukYWZfKiCJpm8BsHsayWXlw0ucteiDEo46fRc0p9DVWJmv2prlqkbHR6S2dsrJiXPEopagJAn55fgrGOya21Ubchf288oY8AFP4iYaBJwhylwdd5l9F7UOfOEb80xmkE5FpCD1yy5pHnZdxgMUxDg1HNz7yFwzbd7-2BtY3mAjsZRWx3jHcecjwGvwHcrrnzDrzjjLtnkBIFFU0Zg50Hx08lzVi4fITPn0QnhSSbpx33Knt5BWJ9uA-2FYos2Y9UYg2Yi3mWjxtk6CnWORtsiVonOw2dp4ByqEgx6Oay5Hqmubh5fJbbXQLSpnjS-2F8KZcE69s2F7Y1M5BZ-2FHvNVur-2B4A7OmWAF3LZiv5U1WiiY22nVS1PahC8XRmg-2FMQR3IurCAS8gQp8SpT3XU8jQ-3D-3D">www.fhsu.edu/smei</a><a target="_blank" href="https://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=u001.7LNxDHQVpzCjONIZ4OYIqr-2FPdmUUcPHBpOR8JTzWlI2AUSE-2B0-2BRQ5oKpx2jcvODLn4Rm_1ix3pnygukYWZfKiCJpm8BsHsayWXlw0ucteiDEo46fRc0p9DVWJmv2prlqkbHR6S2dsrJiXPEopagJAn55fgrGOya21Ubchf288oY8AFP4iYaBJwhylwdd5l9F7UOfOEb80xmkE5FpCD1yy5pHnZdxgMUxDg1HNz7yFwzbd7-2BtY3mAjsZRWx3jHcecjwGvwHcrrnzDrzjjLtnkBIFFU0aZoLdXwE5CxLfRzXyKV6orgobp-2BNsW6Mni-2BdV6AF7y9GA79SA7Bvhd5bEefQIiPQLMx5NbPp8xQCdrg-2FTpyXQsh903RISGpp42oWyUBktDOOfuxIzVtjjqHW35p-2FRW1pXQyJ2-2F66ae-2BnbXVp9g78quZqtImt37RqIbgb0Nl3HY2wKZ1vcB5plprd-2FOcv9zdJg-3D-3D">www.x.com/FHSUScienceCafe</a><a target="_blank" href="https://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=u001.7LNxDHQVpzCjONIZ4OYIqgHG-2B9GDc8KXBqj4fLXNv8t-2BV6Hb4Q5M0d-2FSyU8hjsQrSc6LVzLLvmFtB9JY8b1rMg-3D-3D5uQa_1ix3pnygukYWZfKiCJpm8BsHsayWXlw0ucteiDEo46fRc0p9DVWJmv2prlqkbHR6S2dsrJiXPEopagJAn55fgrGOya21Ubchf288oY8AFP4iYaBJwhylwdd5l9F7UOfOEb80xmkE5FpCD1yy5pHnZdxgMUxDg1HNz7yFwzbd7-2BtY3mAjsZRWx3jHcecjwGvwHcrrnzDrzjjLtnkBIFFU0QZQS6l3C3Lm04a49x8JLqMr3-2FGnspTs48YY8a-2FD584HMpjYeAX7lyb8L3V7pkDZ5LFl2AKTFgooozWu7qyx5Vftw7ZHymMQowvdj9Qn-2FoUdW6ObvooeLlteHO7Xgexf2ehzRg-2B2mgttA-2FvqZ-2BUEOR6I7GIfRpnFNKQPFIRX2-2F7GNiwB4jxZhRN98tpvHVCQSg-3D-3D">www.facebook.com/FHSUScienceCafe</a>

Psychological well-being is topic of next FHSU Science Café on Nov. 18

Beginning Monday, November 18, 13th&nbsp;Street in Hays will be closed to through traffic just east of Harvest Road and west of Tallgrass Drive for road reconstruction. 

It is anticipated that this shut down will be for four to six weeks, weather dependent. 

Eastbound traffic will detour north on Harvest Road and westbound traffic will detour north on Tallgrass Drive. &nbsp;The map above shows the section of 13th&nbsp;Street that will be under construction.

For access to St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church, please enter westbound on 13th&nbsp;Street and exit eastbound on 13th&nbsp;Street.

Motorists should use caution and allow more time for travel. 

The City of Hays regrets any inconvenience this may cause to the public. 

For questions, please contact the Office of Project Management at 785-628-7350 or APAC at 785-625-3459.

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 </figure>City of HaysBeginning Monday, November 18, 13th&nbsp;Street in Hays will be closed to through traffic just east of Harvest Road and west of Tallgrass Drive for road reconstruction. It is anticipated that this shut down will be for four to six weeks, weather dependent. Eastbound traffic will detour north on Harvest Road and westbound traffic will detour north on Tallgrass Drive. &nbsp;The map above shows the section of 13th&nbsp;Street that will be under construction.For access to St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church, please enter westbound on 13th&nbsp;Street and exit eastbound on 13th&nbsp;Street.Motorists should use caution and allow more time for travel. The City of Hays regrets any inconvenience this may cause to the public. For questions, please contact the Office of Project Management at 785-628-7350 or APAC at 785-625-3459.

Portion of E. 13th Street in Hays closes Monday for reconstruction 

The free Community Thanksgiving Feast, sponsored by the Ellis County Ministerial Alliance (ECMA), will have some familiar features this year, as well as some new ones.

Once again, the dinner will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Thanksgiving Day, at the Kansas National Guard Armory, 200 Main St.

One new aspect this year is there will be no reservations. The meal is first-come, first served. Another new feature is there will be no individual carry-out meals.

Elderly, homebound, and disabled individuals may get home delivery by contacting First Call for Help of Ellis County at (785) 623-2800. “We have limited delivery slots available,” said Macey Pfeifer, First Call’s executive director, as she encouraged people to call early.

On the menu will be roasted turkey, dressing, garlic mashed potatoes, gravy, green bean casserole, a roll, drink, and dessert.

The Union Catering Co. is catering the main meal. The ECMA is seeking desserts from churches and individuals. Desserts may be brought to First Call for Help’s office, 607 E. 13th, from 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. Monday, Nov. 25, through Wednesday, Nov. 27.

Cheryl Glassman, ECMA president, said volunteers are needed at the dinner, beginning at 9 a.m. Thanksgiving Day, to help with set-up, serving plates, slicing pies, cleaning up, and other duties. Volunteers may sign up by calling First Call for Help at the above phone number.

Another familiar aspect of the dinner will be the grocery give-away. Every household in attendance who wants one will receive a free sack of groceries, Glassman said.

The ECMA Thanksgiving Food Drive to fill those sacks will take place from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, at both Dillons Grocery Stores in Hays and at Walmart. Shoppers at all three locations will be given a list of needed items that they may purchase and donate.

Groceries will be sorted and sacked from 9 a.m. to noon and 4 to 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 25, and 2 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27, at St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, 2900 Canal Blvd. Church Pastor Ben Houchen, who is organizing the food drive, said volunteers are needed both at the food drive and at the sorting and sacking events. On Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 25, volunteers will also be needed to transport the sacks of groceries to the armory. Again, volunteers may sign up to help with these events by calling First Call for Help at the above phone number.

Glassman said the ECMA sponsors the free community meal each Thanksgiving because “Thanksgiving is a time for gathering--gathering with family, gathering with community.&nbsp;There are also people who are alone for the holidays.&nbsp;. . We want people to feel welcome. All are invited.”

Tax deductible donations to help with the cost of the dinner may be sent to ECMA, P.O. Box 173, Hays, KS 67601.

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 </figure>SubmittedThe free Community Thanksgiving Feast, sponsored by the Ellis County Ministerial Alliance (ECMA), will have some familiar features this year, as well as some new ones.Once again, the dinner will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Thanksgiving Day, at the Kansas National Guard Armory, 200 Main St.One new aspect this year is there will be no reservations. The meal is first-come, first served. Another new feature is there will be no individual carry-out meals.Elderly, homebound, and disabled individuals may get home delivery by contacting First Call for Help of Ellis County at (785) 623-2800. “We have limited delivery slots available,” said Macey Pfeifer, First Call’s executive director, as she encouraged people to call early.On the menu will be roasted turkey, dressing, garlic mashed potatoes, gravy, green bean casserole, a roll, drink, and dessert.The Union Catering Co. is catering the main meal. The ECMA is seeking desserts from churches and individuals. Desserts may be brought to First Call for Help’s office, 607 E. 13th, from 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. Monday, Nov. 25, through Wednesday, Nov. 27.Cheryl Glassman, ECMA president, said volunteers are needed at the dinner, beginning at 9 a.m. Thanksgiving Day, to help with set-up, serving plates, slicing pies, cleaning up, and other duties. Volunteers may sign up by calling First Call for Help at the above phone number.Another familiar aspect of the dinner will be the grocery give-away. Every household in attendance who wants one will receive a free sack of groceries, Glassman said.The ECMA Thanksgiving Food Drive to fill those sacks will take place from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, at both Dillons Grocery Stores in Hays and at Walmart. Shoppers at all three locations will be given a list of needed items that they may purchase and donate.Groceries will be sorted and sacked from 9 a.m. to noon and 4 to 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 25, and 2 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27, at St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, 2900 Canal Blvd. Church Pastor Ben Houchen, who is organizing the food drive, said volunteers are needed both at the food drive and at the sorting and sacking events. On Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 25, volunteers will also be needed to transport the sacks of groceries to the armory. Again, volunteers may sign up to help with these events by calling First Call for Help at the above phone number.Glassman said the ECMA sponsors the free community meal each Thanksgiving because “Thanksgiving is a time for gathering--gathering with family, gathering with community.&nbsp;There are also people who are alone for the holidays.&nbsp;. . We want people to feel welcome. All are invited.”Tax deductible donations to help with the cost of the dinner may be sent to ECMA, P.O. Box 173, Hays, KS 67601.

No reservations needed for free Thanksgiving Feast

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The Center for Life Experience (CFLE), a grief support organization, has closed its office in Hays. But it is still offering grief support services. Its grief support group is continuing to meet, just in a new location, and the group’s annual tree dedication remembering children is coming up Nov. 23.

Two of CFLE’s grief support groups have combined. That combined group will begin meeting at its new location, the Hays Senior Center, 2450 E. Eighth St., beginning on Thursday, Nov. 21, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. It will continue to meet there the third Thursday of every month.

The group welcomes any adult who has lost a child of any age, including miscarriages and stillbirths. While many members are parents, the group also welcomes grandparents, aunts, uncles, teachers, etc.

The group also welcomes any adult who has lost another adult in their life, such as a spouse, parent, sibling, friend, etc.

Kate McGonigal, Ph.D., who teaches in the Sociology Department at Fort Hays State University, is continuing as the facilitator for this group. Among the classes that McGonigal teaches at FHSU is Death &amp; Dying.

Another traditional event coming up is the “Healing Hearts Memorial Tree Dedication,” which will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, at the Hays Public Library.

At this event, grief support group members place ornaments on a special Christmas tree remembering children they have lost. Each child’s name is read aloud as the ornaments are placed on the tree.

The public is welcome to attend this event. Individuals may simply watch, or they may bring their own special ornaments to remember a child they have lost. The group will provide a free ornament to anyone who wants one.

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 </figure>SubmittedThe Center for Life Experience (CFLE), a grief support organization, has closed its office in Hays. But it is still offering grief support services. Its grief support group is continuing to meet, just in a new location, and the group’s annual tree dedication remembering children is coming up Nov. 23.Two of CFLE’s grief support groups have combined. That combined group will begin meeting at its new location, the Hays Senior Center, 2450 E. Eighth St., beginning on Thursday, Nov. 21, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. It will continue to meet there the third Thursday of every month.The group welcomes any adult who has lost a child of any age, including miscarriages and stillbirths. While many members are parents, the group also welcomes grandparents, aunts, uncles, teachers, etc.The group also welcomes any adult who has lost another adult in their life, such as a spouse, parent, sibling, friend, etc.Kate McGonigal, Ph.D., who teaches in the Sociology Department at Fort Hays State University, is continuing as the facilitator for this group. Among the classes that McGonigal teaches at FHSU is Death &amp; Dying.Another traditional event coming up is the “Healing Hearts Memorial Tree Dedication,” which will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, at the Hays Public Library.At this event, grief support group members place ornaments on a special Christmas tree remembering children they have lost. Each child’s name is read aloud as the ornaments are placed on the tree.The public is welcome to attend this event. Individuals may simply watch, or they may bring their own special ornaments to remember a child they have lost. The group will provide a free ornament to anyone who wants one.

Grief support group plans meeting, tree dedication

'Know Your Water' scheduled Nov. 18

&nbsp;The City of Hays Water Resources Department has contracted with CC Steel, LLC to conduct sewer line cleaning and sewer repairs at the locations shown on the attached maps.&nbsp; 

These projects will begin Tuesday, Nov. 12. 

Both projects should be completed by Jan. 31, 2025. 

Door hanger notices will be placed on homes and businesses affected 24 hours prior to cleaning and sewer repairs.

During this process, residents may experience a rumbling sound, in addition to the possibility of water entering your sink, bathtub and/or toilet. 

Sewer lines can develop air pressure or a partial vacuum from the cleaning and repair process. 

If you will not be home or on vacation during this time of sewer line cleaning and repairs, please protect your home by keeping your toilet lids down.

Should you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact CC Steel LLC's onsite Supervisor at 701-318-0088, or the Office of Project Management at 785-628-7350.&nbsp;

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 </figure>City of Hays&nbsp;The City of Hays Water Resources Department has contracted with CC Steel, LLC to conduct sewer line cleaning and sewer repairs at the locations shown on the attached maps.&nbsp; These projects will begin Tuesday, Nov. 12. Both projects should be completed by Jan. 31, 2025. Door hanger notices will be placed on homes and businesses affected 24 hours prior to cleaning and sewer repairs.During this process, residents may experience a rumbling sound, in addition to the possibility of water entering your sink, bathtub and/or toilet. Sewer lines can develop air pressure or a partial vacuum from the cleaning and repair process. If you will not be home or on vacation during this time of sewer line cleaning and repairs, please protect your home by keeping your toilet lids down.Should you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact CC Steel LLC's onsite Supervisor at 701-318-0088, or the Office of Project Management at 785-628-7350.&nbsp;

Sewer line cleaning begins Tuesday in Hays

Due to the observance of the Veterans Day, Monday, November 11, 2024, refuse/recycling route collection schedules will be altered as follows:

 Monday, November 11 and Tuesday, November 12 will both be picked up on Tuesday, November 12. 

There will be no changes to the Wednesday, November 13 through Friday November 15 collection schedules.

It is anticipated that heavy volumes of refuse/recyclable will be encountered around the holidays. Please be sure to set your bags out by 7:00 a.m. on the collection day 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 HaysDue to the observance of the Veterans Day, Monday, November 11, 2024, refuse/recycling route collection schedules will be altered as follows: Monday, November 11 and Tuesday, November 12 will both be picked up on Tuesday, November 12. There will be no changes to the Wednesday, November 13 through Friday November 15 collection schedules.It is anticipated that heavy volumes of refuse/recyclable will be encountered around the holidays. Please be sure to set your bags out by 7:00 a.m. on the collection day 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.

Hays refuse & recycling schedule change for Veterans Day

Ellis Knights of Columbus is having their annual Stag.

Doors open 5:30 with a social, Meal is at 6:30

There will be a raffle that has a gun, 50/50, and prizes

Meal is bull fries, gizzards, ham and beans.

Please call 785.259.2194 if you have any questions

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 </figure>SubmittedEllis Knights of Columbus is having their annual Stag.Friday, Nov 8thDoors open 5:30 with a social, Meal is at 6:30There will be a raffle that has a gun, 50/50, and prizesDrinks will be served.Meal is bull fries, gizzards, ham and beans.Please call 785.259.2194 if you have any questions

Ellis Knights of Columbus stag scheduled for Nov. 8

By BECKY KISER Hays Post&nbsp;

The holiday season is here and November is already filled with lots of events and activities in Hays for the entire family to enjoy.

Melissa Dixon, Convention and Visitors Bureau executive director, talks about some of the fun happenings in Hays this month.

For an updated list of November activities, check the Hays community events calendar on the CVB website at <a href="https://www.visithays.com/calendar.aspx">visithays.com</a>.

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🎥 Holiday happenings in Hays kick off in November

City of Hays offices will be closed on Monday, November 11, 2024, in observance of the Veterans Day holiday.

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 </figure>City of HaysCity of Hays offices will be closed on Monday, November 11, 2024, in observance of the Veterans Day holiday.

Hays city offices closed for Veterans Day

Wichita – In honor of all our veteran clients, Clinkscales Elder Law Practice would love to encourage our communities to donate to the Kansas Honor Flight. Clinkscales will match donations up to $2,500, which is the cost of two fully funded trips for Kansas veterans to travel to Washington D.C. for an honor flight.

The Kansas Honor Flight is an all-volunteer organization that works to honor Kansas veterans of World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War by providing them with an all-expense paid journey of honor and remembrance to visit their memorials in Washington, D.C. The organization also works to educate the youth and communities throughout Kansas about the impact of these historic wars and the freedoms our nation enjoys because of the service of our veterans. KHF is part of the National Honor Flight Network, an organization comprised of over 130 hubs dedicated to serving our veterans.

Clinkscales encourages everyone to donate or volunteer in honor of a veteran in their life. For a donation to be matched, a contribution can be delivered or mailed to Clinkscales Elder Law at 3636 N Ridge Rd, Suite 250 Wichita, KS 67205 with checks made out to the Kansas Honor Flight.

Donations can also be made online at https://secure.lawpay.com/pages/clinkscaleselderlaw/trust.

To learn more about the organization, visit www.kansashonorflight.org.

Randy Clinkscales is an elder law attorney in Wichita, Kansas and is a 2006 founding member of the Life Care Planning Law Firms Association. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call toll free at (877) 325-8040 or visit www.clinkscaleslaw.com.

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 </figure>Wichita – In honor of all our veteran clients, Clinkscales Elder Law Practice would love to encourage our communities to donate to the Kansas Honor Flight. Clinkscales will match donations up to $2,500, which is the cost of two fully funded trips for Kansas veterans to travel to Washington D.C. for an honor flight.The Kansas Honor Flight is an all-volunteer organization that works to honor Kansas veterans of World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War by providing them with an all-expense paid journey of honor and remembrance to visit their memorials in Washington, D.C. The organization also works to educate the youth and communities throughout Kansas about the impact of these historic wars and the freedoms our nation enjoys because of the service of our veterans. KHF is part of the National Honor Flight Network, an organization comprised of over 130 hubs dedicated to serving our veterans.Clinkscales encourages everyone to donate or volunteer in honor of a veteran in their life. For a donation to be matched, a contribution can be delivered or mailed to Clinkscales Elder Law at 3636 N Ridge Rd, Suite 250 Wichita, KS 67205 with checks made out to the Kansas Honor Flight.Donations can also be made online at https://secure.lawpay.com/pages/clinkscaleselderlaw/trust.To learn more about the organization, visit www.kansashonorflight.org.Randy Clinkscales is an elder law attorney in Wichita, Kansas and is a 2006 founding member of the Life Care Planning Law Firms Association. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call toll free at (877) 325-8040 or visit www.clinkscaleslaw.com.

Clinkscales Honor Flight donation in observance of Veteran’s Day

CALIFORNIA DRIED FRUIT AND NUTS IS OWNED BY MIKE AND MARLA KNAUS FROM QUINTER, KANSAS! 

THEIR PRODUCT COMES FROM CALIFORNIA AND IS THIS YEAR'S CROP!  THEY HAVE BEEN IN BUSINESS FOR 8 YEARS AND STRIVE TO BRING YOU QUALITY DRIED FRUIT AND NUTS!

California Dried Fruit and Nuts WILL BE AT A NEW LOCATION  New Hays location: The Mall, Big Creek Crossing - Nov. 8 &amp; 9 (2918 Vine Street, inside Front Entrance) Selling Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m

COME AND GET YOUR GOODIES FOR THE THANKSGIVING AND CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS! 

SubmittedCALIFORNIA DRIED FRUIT AND NUTS IS OWNED BY MIKE AND MARLA KNAUS FROM QUINTER, KANSAS! THEIR PRODUCT COMES FROM CALIFORNIA AND IS THIS YEAR'S CROP! THEY HAVE BEEN IN BUSINESS FOR 8 YEARS AND STRIVE TO BRING YOU QUALITY DRIED FRUIT AND NUTS!California Dried Fruit and Nuts WILL BE AT A NEW LOCATION New Hays location: The Mall, Big Creek Crossing - Nov. 8 &amp; 9 (2918 Vine Street, inside Front Entrance) Selling Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.mCOME AND GET YOUR GOODIES FOR THE THANKSGIVING AND CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS! You won't want to miss it!<figure>
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Founders’ week of events at Fort Hays Tech | North Central: Honoring Trailblazers, celebrating community and giving back

The Ellis County Environmental Services office is announcing that the dirt pile at the landfill is temporarily closed on Friday, November 8, due to muddy conditions.

Due to the present muddy roads and conditions at the Ellis County Landfill, the Construction and Demolition pile is now closed for today.&nbsp;

&nbsp;These loads will not be allowed to dump in the transfer station for disposal.  We can still accept trees and trash for Municipal Waste/Transfer Station disposal.

If anything changes, we will let you know.

If you have any questions, please call the Ellis County Landfill at (785) 628-9460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Ellis CountyThe Ellis County Environmental Services office is announcing that the dirt pile at the landfill is temporarily closed on Friday, November 8, due to muddy conditions.Due to the present muddy roads and conditions at the Ellis County Landfill, the Construction and Demolition pile is now closed for today.&nbsp;&nbsp;These loads will not be allowed to dump in the transfer station for disposal. We can still accept trees and trash for Municipal Waste/Transfer Station disposal.If anything changes, we will let you know.If you have any questions, please call the Ellis County Landfill at (785) 628-9460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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