&nbsp;Government surplus commodities will be distributed in Hays at Unite Free Store (Inside The Gamers Guild), 200 E 8th Street, in Hays, KS, on Wednesday, March 29th from 7:30AM-9:00AM. Commodities will be distributed on a first-come-first-serve basis until gone.

To be eligible for commodities, a household's total monthly income must be below:

*Add $512 for each additional family member after eight

Commodities included in this distribution are anticipated to be: applesauce, whole kernel corn, green beans, potatoes, walnuts, chicken, oranges, carrots, lentils, and wheat packages. Contact Brandon Nimz, Unite Ministry Leader, with any questions at 785-259-2539.&nbsp;

Future commodity distribution times will be posted <a href="https://unitehays.com/index.php/hays-commodity-distribution/">HERE</a>.

Submitted&nbsp;Government surplus commodities will be distributed in Hays at Unite Free Store (Inside The Gamers Guild), 200 E 8th Street, in Hays, KS, on Wednesday, March 29th from 7:30AM-9:00AM. Commodities will be distributed on a first-come-first-serve basis until gone.Doors will not open until 7:30AM.To be eligible for commodities, a household's total monthly income must be below:$1,473 Household of one$1,984 Household of two$2,495 Household of three$3,007 Household of four$3,518 Household of five$4,029 Household of six$4,541 Household of seven$5,052 Household of eight*Add $512 for each additional family member after eightCommodities included in this distribution are anticipated to be: applesauce, whole kernel corn, green beans, potatoes, walnuts, chicken, oranges, carrots, lentils, and wheat packages. Contact Brandon Nimz, Unite Ministry Leader, with any questions at 785-259-2539.&nbsp;Future commodity distribution times will be posted <a href="https://unitehays.com/index.php/hays-commodity-distribution/">HERE</a>.

Government surplus commodity distribution scheduled

Ellis K of C fish fry set for March 31

Alton Community Easter SunRise Pageant:&nbsp; live&nbsp; re-enactment of the Life of&nbsp; Christ. 6:30 a.m. April 9 at the Bluffs just south of Alton, Ks. 67623&nbsp; (Highway 24 between Osborne and Stockton). Dress&nbsp; warm, bring a&nbsp; flashlight and lawn chair.

Breakfast at&nbsp; Methodist Church, following. Sponsored by:&nbsp; Alton Methodist Church;&nbsp; Mt. Ayr Friends Church;&nbsp; Community of&nbsp; Alton.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Alton Community Easter SunRise Pageant:&nbsp; live&nbsp; re-enactment of the Life of&nbsp; Christ. 6:30 a.m. April 9 at the Bluffs just south of Alton, Ks. 67623&nbsp; (Highway 24 between Osborne and Stockton). Dress&nbsp; warm, bring a&nbsp; flashlight and lawn chair.Breakfast at&nbsp; Methodist Church, following. Sponsored by:&nbsp; Alton Methodist Church;&nbsp; Mt. Ayr Friends Church;&nbsp; Community of&nbsp; Alton.&nbsp; &nbsp;Cover image courtesy Pixabay

Alton's Life of Christ re-enactment set for April 9

DODGE CITY&nbsp;– The Kansas Department of Wildlife Parks’ Public Lands Division is partnering with the Kansas Forest Service and Hutchinson Community College Fire Science Program to conduct a wildland fire training and hazardous fuels mitigation project from April 1-7, 2023. 

For the second year in a row, the hands-on workshop will take place at KDWP’s&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMTUuNzM0MTA1NTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL2tzb3V0ZG9vcnMuY29tL1N0YXRlLVBhcmtzL0xvY2F0aW9ucy9IaXN0b3JpYy1MYWtlLVNjb3R0In0.CsC2my9dXhcyTUajIANn3QhdhigrcxZwNXh_WsnDgOw/s/1303161001/br/156217281914-l" target="_blank">Historic Lake Scott State Park</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMTUuNzM0MTA1NTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL2tzb3V0ZG9vcnMuY29tL0tEV1AtSW5mby9Mb2NhdGlvbnMvV2lsZGxpZmUtQXJlYXMvU291dGh3ZXN0L1Njb3R0In0.pWgwDgDaVz129lwr_N_9vhaak0WVDhaxlPiqk7ilBws/s/1303161001/br/156217281914-l" target="_blank">Scott Wildlife Area</a>&nbsp;in western Kansas. During the week-long training, public lands staff expect to host approximately 90-100 firefighters and multiple fire engines.

“Workshops of this nature provide wildland firefighters with critical skills and knowledge necessary to fight fire safely on a rural landscape,” said KDWP regional supervisor Manuel Torres. “By hosting at Historic Lake Scott State Park and Scott Wildlife Area, we’ll not only provide participants with real-life experience, but we’ll also reduce hazardous fuels on the properties while improving wildlife habitat at the same time.”

The wildland fire training and hazardous fuels reduction project started in 2005. Since then, more than 500 firefighters have been trained, and nearly 4,500 acres in Kansas have been mitigated with fuel breaks for wildfire, providing many other safety, habitat and ecological benefits.

To view a video from the 2022 workshop, click&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMTUuNzM0MTA1NTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3ZpbWVvLmNvbS83MDM0NjgzMzMifQ.4kYAYzWcdl74OPEdKjgVIW5SwF_CL3wE1wxdP6-O7f0/s/1303161001/br/156217281914-l" target="_blank">HERE</a>.

While the workshop takes place, Scott Wildlife Area will be closed to public access – including all hunting activity; Historic Lake Scott State Park will remain open to visitors.

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 </figure>KDWPDODGE CITY&nbsp;– The Kansas Department of Wildlife Parks’ Public Lands Division is partnering with the Kansas Forest Service and Hutchinson Community College Fire Science Program to conduct a wildland fire training and hazardous fuels mitigation project from April 1-7, 2023. For the second year in a row, the hands-on workshop will take place at KDWP’s&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMTUuNzM0MTA1NTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL2tzb3V0ZG9vcnMuY29tL1N0YXRlLVBhcmtzL0xvY2F0aW9ucy9IaXN0b3JpYy1MYWtlLVNjb3R0In0.CsC2my9dXhcyTUajIANn3QhdhigrcxZwNXh_WsnDgOw/s/1303161001/br/156217281914-l" target="_blank">Historic Lake Scott State Park</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMTUuNzM0MTA1NTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL2tzb3V0ZG9vcnMuY29tL0tEV1AtSW5mby9Mb2NhdGlvbnMvV2lsZGxpZmUtQXJlYXMvU291dGh3ZXN0L1Njb3R0In0.pWgwDgDaVz129lwr_N_9vhaak0WVDhaxlPiqk7ilBws/s/1303161001/br/156217281914-l" target="_blank">Scott Wildlife Area</a>&nbsp;in western Kansas. During the week-long training, public lands staff expect to host approximately 90-100 firefighters and multiple fire engines.“Workshops of this nature provide wildland firefighters with critical skills and knowledge necessary to fight fire safely on a rural landscape,” said KDWP regional supervisor Manuel Torres. “By hosting at Historic Lake Scott State Park and Scott Wildlife Area, we’ll not only provide participants with real-life experience, but we’ll also reduce hazardous fuels on the properties while improving wildlife habitat at the same time.”The wildland fire training and hazardous fuels reduction project started in 2005. Since then, more than 500 firefighters have been trained, and nearly 4,500 acres in Kansas have been mitigated with fuel breaks for wildfire, providing many other safety, habitat and ecological benefits.To view a video from the 2022 workshop, click&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMTUuNzM0MTA1NTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3ZpbWVvLmNvbS83MDM0NjgzMzMifQ.4kYAYzWcdl74OPEdKjgVIW5SwF_CL3wE1wxdP6-O7f0/s/1303161001/br/156217281914-l" target="_blank">HERE</a>.While the workshop takes place, Scott Wildlife Area will be closed to public access – including all hunting activity; Historic Lake Scott State Park will remain open to visitors.

Wildland fire training to be held in western Kansas next month

The Hays Fire Department will be inspecting and flow testing fire hydrants on Thursday in the area of Lincoln Dr. to Elm St. between 33rd St. and 37th St., and also Hall St. to Columbine Dr. between 27th St. and 33rd St. 

This is part of a coordinated effort by the city of Hays to inspect all fire hydrants in the city and flush all water mains annually.

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 </figure>HFDThe Hays Fire Department will be inspecting and flow testing fire hydrants on Thursday in the area of Lincoln Dr. to Elm St. between 33rd St. and 37th St., and also Hall St. to Columbine Dr. between 27th St. and 33rd St. This is part of a coordinated effort by the city of Hays to inspect all fire hydrants in the city and flush all water mains annually.

Hays FD testing hydrants in northwest Hays today

Nature Cat to appear at Family Fun Day in Hays April 1

Work is set to begin on the Northwest Business Corridor.&nbsp;Road construction&nbsp;along&nbsp;230th&nbsp;Avenue will cause the road to be closed at times to through&nbsp;traffic.&nbsp;

For more information, contact the Ellis County Public Works Road &amp; Bridge Division&nbsp;at 785-628-9455.&nbsp;

Work is set to begin on the Northwest Business Corridor.&nbsp;Road construction&nbsp;along&nbsp;230th&nbsp;Avenue will cause the road to be closed at times to through&nbsp;traffic.&nbsp;For more information, contact the Ellis County Public Works Road &amp; Bridge Division&nbsp;at 785-628-9455.&nbsp;— News release

Work resuming on Northwest Business Corridor

'Egg My Yard' fundraiser will benefit FHSU students

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

This month’s presentation,&nbsp;“Fishes, Senses, and Fishing,”&nbsp;is sponsored by FHSU’s Science and Mathematics Education Institute (SMEI). The presentation will begin at 7 p.m. at The Venue in Thirsty’s Brew Pub &amp; Grill, 2704 Vine.

Dr. William “Bill” Stark, professor of biological sciences at FHSU, will help everyone “dip their toes” in the water world of fish and explore some of the ways fish experience their world that is a bit different than our own. He will have some hands-on material. Participation of all ages is encouraged.

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

<a href="https://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=AzU7JuM9gNoo13mIpsUPJN6YW3ahiFh3u1xso6sQsiDE6GJ06bOQIjYgX8RETmmTgHXu_r-2BDMsuWuYVmb7-2F1Mu1QL1I-2FJ8-2BHR91nNNNGTTc38Ah0CWayiZL-2BkhdmA3sx0XGnG-2FN1jk6rVQRO9vN7U5rFC-2BcXi909IOPAdkr3SvXFdyn3Ag1h6-2F-2B6atf0vMUKxRgZ-2B3aZygUsVnChmKSeGuTiCbzeATy7W5yjio0G355E6wLudBMkvCurpY8wittVRIcby2bEu6OCtEHSoFvbYFEtRkCl1hdsrl59DZjrFx2d8M8zVxSf8GWes4AK0ddTmkBdFL2L4kmQnbf4hLSdRk5rUEv8xrCfJFkVwSPBmLYw-2FUaHT-2BvKXrChncSh-2B1AzB6ObQo628tK-2BuMv26V8oFNAwZUuKfBLvL89CU12Lx19v4-2BArReWP-2BvVUGYlwVm8G7Da1P">www.twitter.com/FHSUScienceCafe</a>

<a href="https://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=AzU7JuM9gNoo13mIpsUPJM9yMLtcQHFVzIgvo7vtXsa2lh-2FFmlw1B0utYEX-2F-2BAl65ttfmJSIa8vOh5ZwyxplYg-3D-3DYgbv_r-2BDMsuWuYVmb7-2F1Mu1QL1I-2FJ8-2BHR91nNNNGTTc38Ah0CWayiZL-2BkhdmA3sx0XGnG-2FN1jk6rVQRO9vN7U5rFC-2BcXi909IOPAdkr3SvXFdyn3Ag1h6-2F-2B6atf0vMUKxRgZ-2B3aZygUsVnChmKSeGuTiCbzeATy7W5yjio0G355E6wLudBMkvCurpY8wittVRIcby2bEu6OCtEHSoFvbYFEtRkBBjCxEcvZFPYvGF3tZLQ50c2LGpDKSSFpLyuozEqMR2xR8rLV-2BaxHg9EAAx48v0vgz4LPDjDkekyyjD8aRDIb5JEnIYaSQT4sJNm1RjKkqK6Glaskn824r0hIGBRve6yBDwcc6m5kQabS9ipGQaKFndF2Aq-2BMogX6ZlI-2FN0TWWt">www.facebook.com/FHSUScienceCafe</a>

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 </figure>FHSU University CommunicationsFort Hays State University’s next Science Café is set for Monday.This month’s presentation,&nbsp;“Fishes, Senses, and Fishing,”&nbsp;is sponsored by FHSU’s Science and Mathematics Education Institute (SMEI). The presentation will begin at 7 p.m. at The Venue in Thirsty’s Brew Pub &amp; Grill, 2704 Vine.Dr. William “Bill” Stark, professor of biological sciences at FHSU, will help everyone “dip their toes” in the water world of fish and explore some of the ways fish experience their world that is a bit different than our own. He will have some hands-on material. Participation of all ages is encouraged.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679338459684.jpeg" alt="Stark" />
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 </figure>Science Café presentations are free and open to the public. Questions can be directed to Cari Rohleder&nbsp;at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cbrohleder@fhsu.edu">cbrohleder@fhsu.edu</a>&nbsp;or 785-628-4743 or by visiting:<a href="https://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=AzU7JuM9gNoo13mIpsUPJIbWkKLWq-2BAH9EOMnpKiWtF21cgruX7hnOpjSWWak0MVlSkz_r-2BDMsuWuYVmb7-2F1Mu1QL1I-2FJ8-2BHR91nNNNGTTc38Ah0CWayiZL-2BkhdmA3sx0XGnG-2FN1jk6rVQRO9vN7U5rFC-2BcXi909IOPAdkr3SvXFdyn3Ag1h6-2F-2B6atf0vMUKxRgZ-2B3aZygUsVnChmKSeGuTiCbzeATy7W5yjio0G355E6wLudBMkvCurpY8wittVRIcby2bEu6OCtEHSoFvbYFEtRkE2l2yAl0WtOGeFbznLZ64A-2FxDlrntXQW-2BQ7AVEoXMKsMsKl90RLpBuudO6edujxCE8E03ujIoZvQw5sgM3HOmbfOeW3BFkI1LIRkviiTlcBqMJtBDr0A0vcv3eTh5m8aYocTFhPtcwuBAaTt-2FzeXZznPqMkcTcsMLwV7TMJ-2BRcw">www.fhsu.edu/smei</a><a href="https://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=AzU7JuM9gNoo13mIpsUPJN6YW3ahiFh3u1xso6sQsiDE6GJ06bOQIjYgX8RETmmTgHXu_r-2BDMsuWuYVmb7-2F1Mu1QL1I-2FJ8-2BHR91nNNNGTTc38Ah0CWayiZL-2BkhdmA3sx0XGnG-2FN1jk6rVQRO9vN7U5rFC-2BcXi909IOPAdkr3SvXFdyn3Ag1h6-2F-2B6atf0vMUKxRgZ-2B3aZygUsVnChmKSeGuTiCbzeATy7W5yjio0G355E6wLudBMkvCurpY8wittVRIcby2bEu6OCtEHSoFvbYFEtRkCl1hdsrl59DZjrFx2d8M8zVxSf8GWes4AK0ddTmkBdFL2L4kmQnbf4hLSdRk5rUEv8xrCfJFkVwSPBmLYw-2FUaHT-2BvKXrChncSh-2B1AzB6ObQo628tK-2BuMv26V8oFNAwZUuKfBLvL89CU12Lx19v4-2BArReWP-2BvVUGYlwVm8G7Da1P">www.twitter.com/FHSUScienceCafe</a><a href="https://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=AzU7JuM9gNoo13mIpsUPJM9yMLtcQHFVzIgvo7vtXsa2lh-2FFmlw1B0utYEX-2F-2BAl65ttfmJSIa8vOh5ZwyxplYg-3D-3DYgbv_r-2BDMsuWuYVmb7-2F1Mu1QL1I-2FJ8-2BHR91nNNNGTTc38Ah0CWayiZL-2BkhdmA3sx0XGnG-2FN1jk6rVQRO9vN7U5rFC-2BcXi909IOPAdkr3SvXFdyn3Ag1h6-2F-2B6atf0vMUKxRgZ-2B3aZygUsVnChmKSeGuTiCbzeATy7W5yjio0G355E6wLudBMkvCurpY8wittVRIcby2bEu6OCtEHSoFvbYFEtRkBBjCxEcvZFPYvGF3tZLQ50c2LGpDKSSFpLyuozEqMR2xR8rLV-2BaxHg9EAAx48v0vgz4LPDjDkekyyjD8aRDIb5JEnIYaSQT4sJNm1RjKkqK6Glaskn824r0hIGBRve6yBDwcc6m5kQabS9ipGQaKFndF2Aq-2BMogX6ZlI-2FN0TWWt">www.facebook.com/FHSUScienceCafe</a>

FHSU’s next Science Café set for March 27

<a target="_blank" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8-lgRPYdNrGih8zRTiZrCyUmSc67kRCp9DhBBRQ2tNs3k_Q/viewform?usp=share_link">A.R.C. Tigers Cornhole Tournament</a>&nbsp;will be 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 1.&nbsp;

<a target="_blank" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8-lgRPYdNrGih8zRTiZrCyUmSc67kRCp9DhBBRQ2tNs3k_Q/viewform?usp=share_link"></a>Sign up in teams of two to four or sign up to be paired with members of the intellectual and developmental disabilities community.

A free meal and T-shirt will be provided to all participants of the event. Come spend the day competing in a bracket for prizes and building new friendships.

Come out, play some cornhole, eat some lunch, build relationships and learn more about the Arc.&nbsp;

Sign up at&nbsp;<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8-lgRPYdNrGih8zRTiZrCyUmSc67kRCp9DhBBRQ2tNs3k_Q/viewform?usp=share_link" target="_blank">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8-lgRPYdNrGih8zRTiZrCyUmSc67kRCp9DhBBRQ2tNs3k_Q/viewform?usp=share_link</a>

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 </figure><a target="_blank" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8-lgRPYdNrGih8zRTiZrCyUmSc67kRCp9DhBBRQ2tNs3k_Q/viewform?usp=share_link">A.R.C. Tigers Cornhole Tournament</a>&nbsp;will be 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 1.&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8-lgRPYdNrGih8zRTiZrCyUmSc67kRCp9DhBBRQ2tNs3k_Q/viewform?usp=share_link"></a>Sign up in teams of two to four or sign up to be paired with members of the intellectual and developmental disabilities community.A free meal and T-shirt will be provided to all participants of the event. Come spend the day competing in a bracket for prizes and building new friendships.Come out, play some cornhole, eat some lunch, build relationships and learn more about the Arc.&nbsp;Sign up at&nbsp;<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8-lgRPYdNrGih8zRTiZrCyUmSc67kRCp9DhBBRQ2tNs3k_Q/viewform?usp=share_link" target="_blank">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8-lgRPYdNrGih8zRTiZrCyUmSc67kRCp9DhBBRQ2tNs3k_Q/viewform?usp=share_link</a>Cover photo courtesy of Pixabay.

Sign up open for community Arc Cornhole Tournament

Knights' Lenten fish fry scheduled March 31 in Munjor

Community Volunteer Fair for teens April 17 at Hays Public Library 

How to create AirBNBs as economic development offered by KSRE April 7

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Free tutoring returns to Hays Public Library

Campaign school offered next month for officeholder hopefuls

Calling all 4-H Volunteers and those that want to be 4-H volunteers! "Spring Into Volunteering" will be held in Salina on the K-State Campus on April 22. Registration will begin at 9:00 a.m. and the day will conclude at 3:00 p.m. 

Sessions will include understanding the thrive model, technology tools for volunteers, engaging all, strengthening 4-H clubs, Clover Buds, 48 Hours of 4-H and more! 

Registration is $20 and includes materials, snacks, and lunch. Register here by April 1 <a href="https://kstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6DVEghnXteUNqV8?fbclid=IwAR2QJmq1QIRoLeTKA4rSTapun2w_5j0lsn_dYw_cWfki7rmjI5f4YALICMI" target="_blank">https://kstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6DVEghnXteUNqV8</a>

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 </figure>KSRECalling all 4-H Volunteers and those that want to be 4-H volunteers! "Spring Into Volunteering" will be held in Salina on the K-State Campus on April 22. Registration will begin at 9:00 a.m. and the day will conclude at 3:00 p.m. Sessions will include understanding the thrive model, technology tools for volunteers, engaging all, strengthening 4-H clubs, Clover Buds, 48 Hours of 4-H and more! Registration is $20 and includes materials, snacks, and lunch. Register here by April 1 <a href="https://kstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6DVEghnXteUNqV8?fbclid=IwAR2QJmq1QIRoLeTKA4rSTapun2w_5j0lsn_dYw_cWfki7rmjI5f4YALICMI" target="_blank">https://kstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6DVEghnXteUNqV8</a>

4-H volunteer training scheduled in April

Learn how to prepare healthy family meals during Living Well Wednesday

There will be a Financial Peace University class being held at Liberty Foursquare Church, 400 E. 7th, in Hays, starting Friday, March 24th at 7 pm.&nbsp; Classes are about two hours and will end May 19.&nbsp;

To register, go online to&nbsp;<a href="http://ramseysolutions.com/" target="_blank">Ramseysolutions.com</a>&nbsp;and follow the links to find a class in Hays, KS and register, then show up Friday evening.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://fpu.com/1161970" target="_blank">fpu.com/1161970</a>

Local coordinator is Mark Bunner, Pfeifer.&nbsp;

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 </figure>SubmittedThere will be a Financial Peace University class being held at Liberty Foursquare Church, 400 E. 7th, in Hays, starting Friday, March 24th at 7 pm.&nbsp; Classes are about two hours and will end May 19.&nbsp;To register, go online to&nbsp;<a href="http://ramseysolutions.com/" target="_blank">Ramseysolutions.com</a>&nbsp;and follow the links to find a class in Hays, KS and register, then show up Friday evening.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://fpu.com/1161970" target="_blank">fpu.com/1161970</a> Local coordinator is Mark Bunner, Pfeifer.&nbsp;

Financial Peace University offered by Hays Liberty Foursquare Church starting Friday

The Hays Arts Council will present live musical theater for young audiences with the Wichita Children’s Theatre production “The Three Little Kittens” on Friday at 7 p.m. in the Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center (doors open at 6:30 p.m.). 

The interactive 45-minute production will be followed by a “meet &amp; greet” with the cast in the lobby. Through the support of project partners, admission
 is free. 

HACThe Hays Arts Council will present live musical theater for young audiences with the Wichita Children’s Theatre production “The Three Little Kittens” on Friday at 7 p.m. in the Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center (doors open at 6:30 p.m.). The interactive 45-minute production will be followed by a “meet &amp; greet” with the cast in the lobby. Through the support of project partners, admission
 is free.

Free production of 'The Three Little Kittens' set for Friday in Hays

TOPEKA&nbsp;– Limousines and charter buses are popular modes of transportation for proms, weddings and other special events. If your spring or summer plans call for limo or bus transportation, the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) encourages you to do a little research before booking.

The KCC, the agency that regulates motor carriers in the state, recommends that you check to be sure the transportation company you are considering has operating authority. That means they meet the applicable federal and state requirements for safety, insurance, operations and driver training. 

Services operating within the state are also required to file their current tariffs or rates with the KCC. Those can be found on the <a href="https://kcc.ks.gov/news-3-17-23">KCC’s website</a>.

“Planning your next limousine, party bus or charter bus trip is an important decision. Take a moment to ensure the company you select has the appropriate state and/or federal operating authority and a safe operating history. Looking before you book will help ensure you have a safe and satisfying experience,” said Mike Hoeme, KCC transportation director.

There are several places to obtain more information about passenger carriers. Here are a few helpful links:

<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMTcuNzM1MTY3MTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5rY2Mua3MuZ292L3RyYW5zcG9ydGF0aW9uL3RyYW5zcG9ydGF0aW9uLXF1aWNrLWxpbmtzL3Bhc3Nlbmdlci10YXJpZmZzP3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSJ9.c-Ib_iGHUKsSGHEAmMIG5td-s3lHJ0EVnCFTEA0odqI/s/1510803030/br/156334920136-l" target="_blank">Find Kansas carriers, check rates and look up insurance information</a> <a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMTcuNzM1MTY3MTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5mbWNzYS5kb3QuZ292L3NhZmV0eS9wYXNzZW5nZXItc2FmZXR5L3NlYXJjaC1yZXN1bHRzL2J5LWNvbXBhbnk_Y2Fycmllcl9uYW1lPTEyNzk2ODgmdXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNlPWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5In0.tfwaFapXunrem0r4FslrZFU3I0crptjkpi3HZfCHtc0/s/1510803030/br/156334920136-l" target="_blank">Check company safety record</a> <a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDQsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMTcuNzM1MTY3MTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5mbWNzYS5kb3QuZ292L3NhZmV0eS9wYXNzZW5nZXItc2FmZXR5L3Bhc3Nlbmdlci1jYXJyaWVyLWFuZC1idXMtc2FmZXR5P3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSJ9.KPGpCTgbfJeu_qdpQYipFjxU44XAtlHs7aRa78P7jPc/s/1510803030/br/156334920136-l" target="_blank">General passenger carrier and bus safety information&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;

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 </figure>KCCTOPEKA&nbsp;– Limousines and charter buses are popular modes of transportation for proms, weddings and other special events. If your spring or summer plans call for limo or bus transportation, the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) encourages you to do a little research before booking.The KCC, the agency that regulates motor carriers in the state, recommends that you check to be sure the transportation company you are considering has operating authority. That means they meet the applicable federal and state requirements for safety, insurance, operations and driver training. Services operating within the state are also required to file their current tariffs or rates with the KCC. Those can be found on the <a href="https://kcc.ks.gov/news-3-17-23">KCC’s website</a>.“Planning your next limousine, party bus or charter bus trip is an important decision. Take a moment to ensure the company you select has the appropriate state and/or federal operating authority and a safe operating history. Looking before you book will help ensure you have a safe and satisfying experience,” said Mike Hoeme, KCC transportation director.There are several places to obtain more information about passenger carriers. Here are a few helpful links:<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMTcuNzM1MTY3MTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5rY2Mua3MuZ292L3RyYW5zcG9ydGF0aW9uL3RyYW5zcG9ydGF0aW9uLXF1aWNrLWxpbmtzL3Bhc3Nlbmdlci10YXJpZmZzP3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSJ9.c-Ib_iGHUKsSGHEAmMIG5td-s3lHJ0EVnCFTEA0odqI/s/1510803030/br/156334920136-l" target="_blank">Find Kansas carriers, check rates and look up insurance information</a> <a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMTcuNzM1MTY3MTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5mbWNzYS5kb3QuZ292L3NhZmV0eS9wYXNzZW5nZXItc2FmZXR5L3NlYXJjaC1yZXN1bHRzL2J5LWNvbXBhbnk_Y2Fycmllcl9uYW1lPTEyNzk2ODgmdXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNlPWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5In0.tfwaFapXunrem0r4FslrZFU3I0crptjkpi3HZfCHtc0/s/1510803030/br/156334920136-l" target="_blank">Check company safety record</a> <a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDQsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMTcuNzM1MTY3MTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5mbWNzYS5kb3QuZ292L3NhZmV0eS9wYXNzZW5nZXItc2FmZXR5L3Bhc3Nlbmdlci1jYXJyaWVyLWFuZC1idXMtc2FmZXR5P3V0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX3NvdXJjZT1nb3ZkZWxpdmVyeSJ9.KPGpCTgbfJeu_qdpQYipFjxU44XAtlHs7aRa78P7jPc/s/1510803030/br/156334920136-l" target="_blank">General passenger carrier and bus safety information&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;

KCC: Tips for hiring a limousine and charter bus services

ABILENE -&nbsp; The public is invited to attend the March Lunch &amp; Learn scheduled for Thursday, March 23 at noon central time either in person or online. The program will be held in the Eisenhower Presidential Library building courtyard and will begin promptly at noon. Guests are encouraged to arrive by 11:45 a.m. A light box-lunch will be served on a first come, first served basis.

Guest speaker Dr. Jennifer Ifft will join us to discuss agricultural economics during the Eisenhower Era. 

Agricultural policy in the U.S. addresses many important challenges including fighting hunger domestically and internationally. Policies on maintaining a safe and secure food supply along with economic stability for farm families are critical. This presentation will cover key policies addressing these challenges during the Eisenhower Administration. Historical context will be discussed while outlining both the intended and unintended economic consequences. Dr. Ifft will summarize how these challenges persist today and important lessons from this timeframe.

Dr. Ifft is an associate professor and extension specialist in agricultural Policy. She has an integrated research and extension program that covers policy and regulatory issues that affect the viability of U.S. and Kansas agriculture.&nbsp;She has a Ph.D. from the University of California - Berkeley, an M.Phil from the University of Cambridge and a B.S. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She grew up on her family’s farm in central Illinois.

These programs are all made possible courtesy of the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GY2v7e_f1zQZsNPpBYBrzXk0AQdn_Hw_iVFm_YdtNLael0errjpoLIuUS1ry20gW2V5frtI-VmZCLnMdKaPbUNvPm7XMXlIt8zryNLcMvLlZMDSuUk-tInzMd9ott6ZqcMyKd9Y1dZDNnkR67WV9CpcDgTMDtGyD&amp;c=yuPO5arqi-DfwoVQFnrD62YqJ1m0cEgXcWjjluUcRlBBp78RF4WB9w==&amp;ch=tFSgENDLe7tfdwDkbemzBTbls91l1pAGYgbqu4RxAcRvkLHGaW-H6g==" target="_blank">Eisenhower Foundation</a>&nbsp;with generous support from the Jeffcoat Memorial Foundation.

The 2023 Lunch &amp; Learn series is made possible courtesy of the Eisenhower Foundation with generous support from the Jeffcoat Memorial Foundation.

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 </figure>SubmittedABILENE -&nbsp; The public is invited to attend the March Lunch &amp; Learn scheduled for Thursday, March 23 at noon central time either in person or online. The program will be held in the Eisenhower Presidential Library building courtyard and will begin promptly at noon. Guests are encouraged to arrive by 11:45 a.m. A light box-lunch will be served on a first come, first served basis.Guest speaker Dr. Jennifer Ifft will join us to discuss agricultural economics during the Eisenhower Era. Agricultural policy in the U.S. addresses many important challenges including fighting hunger domestically and internationally. Policies on maintaining a safe and secure food supply along with economic stability for farm families are critical. This presentation will cover key policies addressing these challenges during the Eisenhower Administration. Historical context will be discussed while outlining both the intended and unintended economic consequences. Dr. Ifft will summarize how these challenges persist today and important lessons from this timeframe. Dr. Ifft is an associate professor and extension specialist in agricultural Policy. She has an integrated research and extension program that covers policy and regulatory issues that affect the viability of U.S. and Kansas agriculture.&nbsp;She has a Ph.D. from the University of California - Berkeley, an M.Phil from the University of Cambridge and a B.S. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She grew up on her family’s farm in central Illinois.These programs are all made possible courtesy of the&nbsp;<a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GY2v7e_f1zQZsNPpBYBrzXk0AQdn_Hw_iVFm_YdtNLael0errjpoLIuUS1ry20gW2V5frtI-VmZCLnMdKaPbUNvPm7XMXlIt8zryNLcMvLlZMDSuUk-tInzMd9ott6ZqcMyKd9Y1dZDNnkR67WV9CpcDgTMDtGyD&amp;c=yuPO5arqi-DfwoVQFnrD62YqJ1m0cEgXcWjjluUcRlBBp78RF4WB9w==&amp;ch=tFSgENDLe7tfdwDkbemzBTbls91l1pAGYgbqu4RxAcRvkLHGaW-H6g==" target="_blank">Eisenhower Foundation</a>&nbsp;with generous support from the Jeffcoat Memorial Foundation.JOIN US IN PERSON!<ul>
 <li>Library building courtyard</li><li>Arrive by 11:45 a.m.</li><li>Box lunch provided on a first come, first served basis</li><li>Park in the south parking lot nearest the library building</li>
 </ul> JOIN US ONLINE! <ul>
 <li><a href="https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GY2v7e_f1zQZsNPpBYBrzXk0AQdn_Hw_iVFm_YdtNLael0errjpoLONiZQtHU_sw1KrPu-NRw1iztL4WkdA0NgklnZ4fWx0HmaLykrz18aOvd7ci0eAl39CB5Z30Xn2-brMAA40DWSG-VnVKFNkQh0_0N7jpstoRKbEkRSjln2KaUwdqevvANw==&amp;c=yuPO5arqi-DfwoVQFnrD62YqJ1m0cEgXcWjjluUcRlBBp78RF4WB9w==&amp;ch=tFSgENDLe7tfdwDkbemzBTbls91l1pAGYgbqu4RxAcRvkLHGaW-H6g==" target="_blank">Stream on YouTube Live</a></li>
 </ul> The 2023 Lunch &amp; Learn series is made possible courtesy of the Eisenhower Foundation with generous support from the Jeffcoat Memorial Foundation.

'U.S. Agricultural Policy during the Eisenhower Era' Lunch and Learn is Thursday

TOPEKA - There will town hall meeting coming up on Saturday, March 25th throughout the 110th state district and they are in reverse order than we usually do. 

* Graham County, 8:15 a.m.- 9:15 a.m., 305 E. Main (Frontier State), Hill City *&nbsp;Norton County, 9:45 a.m. – 10:45 a.m., 112 S. Kansas (Heaton Building), Norton * Phillips County, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., 860 Park (Huck Boyd Center), Phillipsburg * Rooks County, 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m., 311 Main Street (McKenna Youth Center), Palco * Ellis County, 3:00 p.m. - 3:45 p.m., 9007 Washington St. (Ellis Public Library), Ellis

Rep. Ken Rahjes, 110th Dist., R-Agra, will be joined by Sen. Rick Billinger, 40th Dist., R-Goodland, and Sen. Elaine Bowers, 36th Dist., R-Concordia, will also join us in Rooks and Phillips Counties. Rep. Barb Wasinger, 111th Dist., Hays, will join us in Ellis.

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 </figure>Office of Rep. Ken RahjesTOPEKA - There will town hall meeting coming up on Saturday, March 25th throughout the 110th state district and they are in reverse order than we usually do. Here are the times and places: * Graham County, 8:15 a.m.- 9:15 a.m., 305 E. Main (Frontier State), Hill City *&nbsp;Norton County, 9:45 a.m. – 10:45 a.m., 112 S. Kansas (Heaton Building), Norton * Phillips County, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., 860 Park (Huck Boyd Center), Phillipsburg * Rooks County, 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m., 311 Main Street (McKenna Youth Center), Palco * Ellis County, 3:00 p.m. - 3:45 p.m., 9007 Washington St. (Ellis Public Library), EllisRep. Ken Rahjes, 110th Dist., R-Agra, will be joined by Sen. Rick Billinger, 40th Dist., R-Goodland, and Sen. Elaine Bowers, 36th Dist., R-Concordia, will also join us in Rooks and Phillips Counties. Rep. Barb Wasinger, 111th Dist., Hays, will join us in Ellis.

Local legislators to host town hall meetings March 25

TOPEKA — Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks is wasting no time getting out the 2023 Kansas Fishing Regulations Summary and Fishing Atlas. 

These publications are available now in English and Spanish in digital format at<a href="https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing?fbclid=IwAR2DeQ_ZP1wuY2d74GiUc2dsdkox5eMxqctO8x0i6JSrX_IaQAY2VceZMuI" target="_blank"> ksoutdoors.com/Fishin</a>g.

Each publication is free, and printed versions are available at most license vendor locations. 

Pick up a hard copy at a license vendor nearest you, visit <a href="https://ksoutdoors.com/License-Permits/Locations-to-Buy-License-Permits?fbclid=IwAR16rtqMhZqzIGViLots0waMyGABE9AzDr5CFkUeEm-Pjz8xcnfHJewRWx8" target="_blank">http://ksoutdoors.com/.../Locations-to-Buy-License-Permits</a> for a list.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>KDWPTOPEKA — Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks is wasting no time getting out the 2023 Kansas Fishing Regulations Summary and Fishing Atlas. These publications are available now in English and Spanish in digital format at<a href="https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing?fbclid=IwAR2DeQ_ZP1wuY2d74GiUc2dsdkox5eMxqctO8x0i6JSrX_IaQAY2VceZMuI" target="_blank"> ksoutdoors.com/Fishin</a>g.Each publication is free, and printed versions are available at most license vendor locations. Pick up a hard copy at a license vendor nearest you, visit <a href="https://ksoutdoors.com/License-Permits/Locations-to-Buy-License-Permits?fbclid=IwAR16rtqMhZqzIGViLots0waMyGABE9AzDr5CFkUeEm-Pjz8xcnfHJewRWx8" target="_blank">http://ksoutdoors.com/.../Locations-to-Buy-License-Permits</a> for a list.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Free 2023 Kansas Fishing Atlas available in print, online

The Kansas Department of Transportation will resume work on a portion of Kansas 383 in Phillips County starting the week of March 20.

Construction crews will be completing final surfacing and shoulder work on the 6-mile stretch that was reconstructed in 2022, starting 3 miles east of Long Island and ending at the U.S. 183 junction. Pavement markings and rumble strips will also be installed. 

During construction, traffic will be reduced to one lane and directed through the work zone by flaggers and a pilot car. Delays up to 15 minutes should be anticipated.

KDOT expects the work to be completed by mid-May, conditions permitting.

KDOTThe Kansas Department of Transportation will resume work on a portion of Kansas 383 in Phillips County starting the week of March 20.Construction crews will be completing final surfacing and shoulder work on the 6-mile stretch that was reconstructed in 2022, starting 3 miles east of Long Island and ending at the U.S. 183 junction. Pavement markings and rumble strips will also be installed. During construction, traffic will be reduced to one lane and directed through the work zone by flaggers and a pilot car. Delays up to 15 minutes should be anticipated.KDOT expects the work to be completed by mid-May, conditions permitting.

K-383 work to resume in Phillips County

BROWNELL - Traffic changes are scheduled to start, Monday, March 20, along K-4 from the west city limits east to the east city limits of the city of Brownell. 

K-4 traffic will be reduced to one lane through the project area to replace the existing asphalt pavement with concrete.

 Motorists should be aware of delays of up to 15 minutes as one-lane traffic will be directed by temporary traffic signals through the work zone. The lane reduction will be marked by signs and cones.

Morgan Brothers Construction, Inc., of La Crosse, is the contractor on this $1.2 million project, which is expected to be completed by mid-September, weather permitting. 

For more information on this project, contact David Ubel, Area Construction Manager, at (620) 682-7938, or Yazmin Moreno, KDOT Southwest Region Public Affairs Manager, at (620) 260-6397.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>KDOTBROWNELL - Traffic changes are scheduled to start, Monday, March 20, along K-4 from the west city limits east to the east city limits of the city of Brownell. K-4 traffic will be reduced to one lane through the project area to replace the existing asphalt pavement with concrete. Motorists should be aware of delays of up to 15 minutes as one-lane traffic will be directed by temporary traffic signals through the work zone. The lane reduction will be marked by signs and cones.Morgan Brothers Construction, Inc., of La Crosse, is the contractor on this $1.2 million project, which is expected to be completed by mid-September, weather permitting. For more information on this project, contact David Ubel, Area Construction Manager, at (620) 682-7938, or Yazmin Moreno, KDOT Southwest Region Public Affairs Manager, at (620) 260-6397.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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