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The "No Bummer Summer Challenge" is underway and youth in Ellis, Rooks and Trego counties can enjoy it thanks to the Heartland Community Foundation.

On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, news reporter Becky Kiser talks with Sara Meitner, executive director.

<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/2d9ba60a-5dde-40be-8cf1-70bdffa7e06e">SEE MORE HERE: Heartland Launched 'No Bummer Summer' challenges for teen and kids across Ellis, Rooks, Trego counties</a>

Flyers with full challenge lists are available on the Heartland Community Foundation’s Facebook page, online at&nbsp;<a href="https://heartlandcommunityfoundation.org/">www.heartlandcommunityfoundation.org</a>, or stop by a local HCF office.

<div><iframe title="Post Podcast: 'No Bummer Summer Challenge'" allowtransparency="true" height="300" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:300px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?from=embed&i=6aukr-18d1994-pb&square=1&share=1&download=1&fonts=Arial&skin=3267a3&font-color=auto&rtl=0&logo_link=podcast_page&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=300" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>The "No Bummer Summer Challenge" is underway and youth in Ellis, Rooks and Trego counties can enjoy it thanks to the Heartland Community Foundation.On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, news reporter Becky Kiser talks with Sara Meitner, executive director.<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/2d9ba60a-5dde-40be-8cf1-70bdffa7e06e">SEE MORE HERE: Heartland Launched 'No Bummer Summer' challenges for teen and kids across Ellis, Rooks, Trego counties</a>Flyers with full challenge lists are available on the Heartland Community Foundation’s Facebook page, online at&nbsp;<a href="https://heartlandcommunityfoundation.org/">www.heartlandcommunityfoundation.org</a>, or stop by a local HCF office.

🎙Post Podcast: 'No Bummer Summer Challenge'

By TONY GUERRERO Hays Post

The Ellis County Fair is seeking volunteers and workers for the upcoming season.

The fair will offer seven nights of ticketed grandstand events, including car races, rodeos and other family-friendly entertainment from July 11 to 19.

"We pretty much wouldn't be able to have the fair unless we have the volunteers to help run it," Pfannenstiel said.

Help is wanted to assist with cattle, manage competition entries, staff the inflatable carnival, direct parking and work in the beer garden.

No special qualifications are needed and community members, especially students needing service hours, are encouraged to help. Volunteers will be provided meals during their shifts.

The minimum age to work at the fair is 14 years for carnival and parking positions, and 18 years for beer garden duties. Some roles are paid.

"If you can come out and give us a couple of hours, we'll take it," Pfannenstiel said.

Help is also needed before and after the fair, primarily for cleanup. Pfannenstiel said preparations begin several weekends ahead of the fair.

You can learn more and sign up at elliscountyfair@gmail.com. You can also follow the Ellis County Fair on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063657276403">Facebook</a>.

Tickets for the fair can be purchased in advance <a href="https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/36944/ellis-county-fair?fbclid=IwY2xjawKujTRleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF6VFdJNnVTa0NYYk82ZUp4AR44_gw2XjWFjbazSFQJZE4y3MXwLLePpTZO8DU_vIYc0eKGGESB4xXlYUunwA_aem_v9FbcbBjuUHs1yaGOY1NgA">here</a> or at the gate. A pass covering seven events costs $40, and a single-night admission costs $20. Children age 5 and younger get in free.

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 </figure>By TONY GUERRERO Hays PostThe Ellis County Fair is seeking volunteers and workers for the upcoming season.The fair will offer seven nights of ticketed grandstand events, including car races, rodeos and other family-friendly entertainment from July 11 to 19."We pretty much wouldn't be able to have the fair unless we have the volunteers to help run it," Pfannenstiel said.Help is wanted to assist with cattle, manage competition entries, staff the inflatable carnival, direct parking and work in the beer garden.No special qualifications are needed and community members, especially students needing service hours, are encouraged to help. Volunteers will be provided meals during their shifts.The minimum age to work at the fair is 14 years for carnival and parking positions, and 18 years for beer garden duties. Some roles are paid."If you can come out and give us a couple of hours, we'll take it," Pfannenstiel said.Help is also needed before and after the fair, primarily for cleanup. Pfannenstiel said preparations begin several weekends ahead of the fair.You can learn more and sign up at elliscountyfair@gmail.com. You can also follow the Ellis County Fair on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063657276403">Facebook</a>.Tickets for the fair can be purchased in advance <a href="https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/36944/ellis-county-fair?fbclid=IwY2xjawKujTRleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF6VFdJNnVTa0NYYk82ZUp4AR44_gw2XjWFjbazSFQJZE4y3MXwLLePpTZO8DU_vIYc0eKGGESB4xXlYUunwA_aem_v9FbcbBjuUHs1yaGOY1NgA">here</a> or at the gate. A pass covering seven events costs $40, and a single-night admission costs $20. Children age 5 and younger get in free.

Ellis County Fair looking for volunteers

HOXIE – The Main Street Arts Council is proud to announce the return of the Main Street Summer Theater Festival, now celebrating its 10th year of bringing arts education and performance opportunities to youth across northwest Kansas. This year’s festival features a unique twist: the same production, Disney’s Dare to Dream Jr., will be performed by local youth in six different towns—Atwood, Colby, Goodland, Hoxie, Oakley, and Quinter—each offering its own interpretation of the musical revue.

Dare to Dream Jr. follows a group of trainees on their first day at a fictional Walt Disney Imagineering studio, blending songs from Encanto, Coco, Frozen II, and more in a celebration of dreams, teamwork, and creativity. Performances run from June 20 to August 9, with shows scheduled in each of the six communities.

June 20 at 7 p.m. (MT), June 21 at 3 p.m. (MT) - Goodland

July 11 at 7 p.m., July 13 at 3 p.m. - Hoxie

July 12 at 3 p.m., July 13 at 7 p.m. - Atwood

July 18 at 7 p.m., July 19 at 3 p.m. - Colby

July 25 at 7 p.m., July 26 at 3 p.m. - Quinter

August 8 at 7 p.m., August 9 at 3 p.m. - Oakley

Co-leading the festival’s artistic efforts are Festival Manager/art council Executive Director Karl Pratt and MSAC Creative Director and Founder Bonnie Cameron. Cameron is also serving as show director for five of the show locations (Goodland, Hoxie, Atwood, Colby, and Oakley). Together, they are joined by choreographers Skylynne Fulwider, Nicole Kibel, and Paige Fulwider. Tori Rucker is directing and choreographing the Quinter production with choreographic assistance from Emery Waldman. MSAC Board Member Jessica Halbleib is assisting with the Oakley production as well. Lydia Pratt is assisting with the Hoxie production.

Supporting this year’s festival are 11 dedicated student interns, whose roles are made possible through the Nex-Generation Round Up for Youth Program. Interns include Kalvin “Kal” Doty, Paige Fulwider, Michael Johnston, Payton Juenemann, Brielle Karnes, Kati Kellogg, Mirari Linin, Rose Lowry, Chelidy Pridey, Hailey Vaughn and Ermelinda Veatch.

In honor of the Arts Council's 10th anniversary, arts council is also premiering a new documentary, Every Town a Stage-The Story of the Main Street Street Arts Council, produced by Ed Lowry of Story Pocket Productions. Funded by the Dane G. Hansen Foundation and the Pete Henry Foundation, the film chronicles the story of the Main Street Arts Council as well as the evolution of the Main Street Summer Theater Festival from its early days to its present-day impact. Free community screenings will take place in all six towns, beginning June 15 in Quinter and Goodland.

● Sunday, June 15 at 3 p.m. – Quinter Church of the Brethren, 700 Grant St, Quinter

● Sunday, June 15 at 7 p.m. MT – Goodland Jr/Sr High School Auditorium, 1209 Cherry St, Goodland

● Sunday, July 6 at 3 p.m. – Atwood Jayhawk Theatre, 420 Main St, Atwood

● Sunday, July 6 at 7 p.m. – Hoxie High School Auditorium, 1625 Queen Ave, Hoxie

● Saturday, July 12 at 7 p.m. – Colby Event Center, 1200 S Franklin Ave, Colby

● Monday, August 4 at 7 p.m. – Oakley High School Auditorium, 118 W 7th St, Oakley

Another major highlight of the season is the arrival of Broadway performer Desi Oakley, who will host two youth workshops with members of the festival casts and headline a special free public concert in Hoxie on Wednesday, Aug. 6 from 7:30-9 p.m. at the Hoxie High School Auditorium, 1625 Queen Ave., Hoxie. (Ticket reservation information coming soon).

Oakley, a native of Wichita, is an acclaimed Broadway performer and singer-songwriter with deep beginnings in regional theater at Music Theatre Wichita. After earning a BFA in Musical Theatre from the University of Michigan, she made her Broadway debut in Wicked (2012) and went on to appear in productions like Annie, Les Misérables, and Evita. Oakley gained national recognition starring as Jenna in the first national tour of Waitress, reprised the role in the West End, and most recently took on Roxie Hart in Chicago on Broadway. In addition to her stage work, she writes and records original music—releasing projects including Don’t Look Back and Repeat—and lends her voice as a coach and voiceover artist, enriching the next generation of performers.

Performances of Dare to Dream Jr. will run from June 20 through August 9.

● June 20 at 7 p.m. (MT), June 21 at 3 p.m. (MT) - Goodland

● July 11 at 7 p.m., July 13 at 3 p.m. - Hoxie

● July 12 at 3 p.m., July 13 at 7 p.m. - Atwood

● July 18 at 7 p.m., July 19 at 3 p.m. - Colby

● July 25 at 7 p.m., July 26 at 3 p.m. - Quinter

● August 8 at 7 p.m., August 9 at 3 p.m. - Oakley

All local youth ages 5–18 are invited to participate in this year’s festival at no cost, thanks to the generous support of our grant funders, past festival proceeds, community sponsors, and ongoing fundraising efforts.

The Main Street Arts Council gratefully acknowledges the following grant funders for their invaluable support: the Dane G. Hansen Foundation, Sherman County Community Foundation, Sheridan County Community Foundation, ACE Foundation (Rawlins County), Thomas County Community Foundation, Gove County Community Foundation, Logan County Community Foundation, Pete Henry Foundation, Gulick Family Fund, Midwest Energy, Nex-Tech, Walmart of Colby, and Oakley Travel and Tourism.

We also extend our sincere thanks to our many business sponsors and donors, including Hoxie Implement, Double U Farms, Chris Hartman, and Citizens Health.

While tickets are required for the youth productions, all documentary screenings and the Broadway concert are free and open to the public.

For full festival details, showtimes, sponsors list, and ticket information, visit <a href="https://www.mainstreetartscouncil.com/msstf2025">www.mainstreetartscouncil.com/msstf2025</a>.

About the Main Street Arts Council The Main Street Arts Council is an organization dedicated to promoting the arts, encouraging creativity, serving the arts community, and acting as an advocate for the arts. We strive to be a model organization for the Northwest Kansas region by ensuring access to the arts for all ages, encouraging a community passion for the arts and successfully supporting, partnering, and collaborating with others committed to the arts. Learn more at www.mainstreetartscouncil.com.

<figure>
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 </figure>HOXIE – The Main Street Arts Council is proud to announce the return of the Main Street Summer Theater Festival, now celebrating its 10th year of bringing arts education and performance opportunities to youth across northwest Kansas. This year’s festival features a unique twist: the same production, Disney’s Dare to Dream Jr., will be performed by local youth in six different towns—Atwood, Colby, Goodland, Hoxie, Oakley, and Quinter—each offering its own interpretation of the musical revue.Dare to Dream Jr. follows a group of trainees on their first day at a fictional Walt Disney Imagineering studio, blending songs from Encanto, Coco, Frozen II, and more in a celebration of dreams, teamwork, and creativity. Performances run from June 20 to August 9, with shows scheduled in each of the six communities.June 20 at 7 p.m. (MT), June 21 at 3 p.m. (MT) - GoodlandJuly 11 at 7 p.m., July 13 at 3 p.m. - HoxieJuly 12 at 3 p.m., July 13 at 7 p.m. - AtwoodJuly 18 at 7 p.m., July 19 at 3 p.m. - ColbyJuly 25 at 7 p.m., July 26 at 3 p.m. - QuinterAugust 8 at 7 p.m., August 9 at 3 p.m. - OakleyCo-leading the festival’s artistic efforts are Festival Manager/art council Executive Director Karl Pratt and MSAC Creative Director and Founder Bonnie Cameron. Cameron is also serving as show director for five of the show locations (Goodland, Hoxie, Atwood, Colby, and Oakley). Together, they are joined by choreographers Skylynne Fulwider, Nicole Kibel, and Paige Fulwider. Tori Rucker is directing and choreographing the Quinter production with choreographic assistance from Emery Waldman. MSAC Board Member Jessica Halbleib is assisting with the Oakley production as well. Lydia Pratt is assisting with the Hoxie production.Supporting this year’s festival are 11 dedicated student interns, whose roles are made possible through the Nex-Generation Round Up for Youth Program. Interns include Kalvin “Kal” Doty, Paige Fulwider, Michael Johnston, Payton Juenemann, Brielle Karnes, Kati Kellogg, Mirari Linin, Rose Lowry, Chelidy Pridey, Hailey Vaughn and Ermelinda Veatch.In honor of the Arts Council's 10th anniversary, arts council is also premiering a new documentary, Every Town a Stage-The Story of the Main Street Street Arts Council, produced by Ed Lowry of Story Pocket Productions. Funded by the Dane G. Hansen Foundation and the Pete Henry Foundation, the film chronicles the story of the Main Street Arts Council as well as the evolution of the Main Street Summer Theater Festival from its early days to its present-day impact. Free community screenings will take place in all six towns, beginning June 15 in Quinter and Goodland.● Sunday, June 15 at 3 p.m. – Quinter Church of the Brethren, 700 Grant St, Quinter● Sunday, June 15 at 7 p.m. MT – Goodland Jr/Sr High School Auditorium, 1209 Cherry St, Goodland● Sunday, July 6 at 3 p.m. – Atwood Jayhawk Theatre, 420 Main St, Atwood● Sunday, July 6 at 7 p.m. – Hoxie High School Auditorium, 1625 Queen Ave, Hoxie● Saturday, July 12 at 7 p.m. – Colby Event Center, 1200 S Franklin Ave, Colby● Monday, August 4 at 7 p.m. – Oakley High School Auditorium, 118 W 7th St, OakleyAnother major highlight of the season is the arrival of Broadway performer Desi Oakley, who will host two youth workshops with members of the festival casts and headline a special free public concert in Hoxie on Wednesday, Aug. 6 from 7:30-9 p.m. at the Hoxie High School Auditorium, 1625 Queen Ave., Hoxie. (Ticket reservation information coming soon).Oakley, a native of Wichita, is an acclaimed Broadway performer and singer-songwriter with deep beginnings in regional theater at Music Theatre Wichita. After earning a BFA in Musical Theatre from the University of Michigan, she made her Broadway debut in Wicked (2012) and went on to appear in productions like Annie, Les Misérables, and Evita. Oakley gained national recognition starring as Jenna in the first national tour of Waitress, reprised the role in the West End, and most recently took on Roxie Hart in Chicago on Broadway. In addition to her stage work, she writes and records original music—releasing projects including Don’t Look Back and Repeat—and lends her voice as a coach and voiceover artist, enriching the next generation of performers.Performances of Dare to Dream Jr. will run from June 20 through August 9.● June 20 at 7 p.m. (MT), June 21 at 3 p.m. (MT) - Goodland● July 11 at 7 p.m., July 13 at 3 p.m. - Hoxie● July 12 at 3 p.m., July 13 at 7 p.m. - Atwood● July 18 at 7 p.m., July 19 at 3 p.m. - Colby● July 25 at 7 p.m., July 26 at 3 p.m. - Quinter● August 8 at 7 p.m., August 9 at 3 p.m. - OakleyAll local youth ages 5–18 are invited to participate in this year’s festival at no cost, thanks to the generous support of our grant funders, past festival proceeds, community sponsors, and ongoing fundraising efforts.The Main Street Arts Council gratefully acknowledges the following grant funders for their invaluable support: the Dane G. Hansen Foundation, Sherman County Community Foundation, Sheridan County Community Foundation, ACE Foundation (Rawlins County), Thomas County Community Foundation, Gove County Community Foundation, Logan County Community Foundation, Pete Henry Foundation, Gulick Family Fund, Midwest Energy, Nex-Tech, Walmart of Colby, and Oakley Travel and Tourism.We also extend our sincere thanks to our many business sponsors and donors, including Hoxie Implement, Double U Farms, Chris Hartman, and Citizens Health.While tickets are required for the youth productions, all documentary screenings and the Broadway concert are free and open to the public.For full festival details, showtimes, sponsors list, and ticket information, visit <a href="https://www.mainstreetartscouncil.com/msstf2025">www.mainstreetartscouncil.com/msstf2025</a>.About the Main Street Arts Council The Main Street Arts Council is an organization dedicated to promoting the arts, encouraging creativity, serving the arts community, and acting as an advocate for the arts. We strive to be a model organization for the Northwest Kansas region by ensuring access to the arts for all ages, encouraging a community passion for the arts and successfully supporting, partnering, and collaborating with others committed to the arts. Learn more at www.mainstreetartscouncil.com.

Main Street Arts Council marks 10 years with theater festival, special events

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The Hays citywide garage sales are underway from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and Saturday.

You can find the most updated city garage sale locations and items for sale <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/11SV5oIXzYD7DTX432r_NwXd4YdgAC0PexB7Pq5V-aao/edit?fbclid=IwY2xjawK5JuVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFkQmREQkc1cGVuaUo4TVZsAR5vSG7YgcHB2men4xzPLClnAyhnMIsgH9E0N11kS8YwuflSSHkKxFzDR8DovA_aem_86qg1OQMvBUO7APtFw97NQ&amp;gid=0#gid=0">here</a>&nbsp;and follow the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/haysgaragesales.surroundingtowns">Hays Garage Sales &amp; Surrounding Towns Facebook page</a>.

A limited number of printed lists with all garage sale locations are available at the Hays Welcome Center at 2700 Vine St.

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 </figure>Hays PostThe Hays citywide garage sales are underway from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and Saturday.You can find the most updated city garage sale locations and items for sale <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/11SV5oIXzYD7DTX432r_NwXd4YdgAC0PexB7Pq5V-aao/edit?fbclid=IwY2xjawK5JuVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFkQmREQkc1cGVuaUo4TVZsAR5vSG7YgcHB2men4xzPLClnAyhnMIsgH9E0N11kS8YwuflSSHkKxFzDR8DovA_aem_86qg1OQMvBUO7APtFw97NQ&amp;gid=0#gid=0">here</a>&nbsp;and follow the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/haysgaragesales.surroundingtowns">Hays Garage Sales &amp; Surrounding Towns Facebook page</a>.A limited number of printed lists with all garage sale locations are available at the Hays Welcome Center at 2700 Vine St.

Hays citywide garage sales underway today, Saturday; link to list here

You know, people who rob banks or jewelry stores are pretty bad, but people who rob bakeries really take the cake.

You know, people who rob banks or jewelry stores are pretty bad, but people who rob bakeries really take the cake.

KZ Country Cheesy Joke of the Day 06/13/25

Flying off the top rope and into the Ellis County Fair for the first time is Midget Wrestling Warriors, a new addition to this year’s lineup.

The fair runs from July 11 to 19 and includes car races, rodeos, family-friendly fun and now wrestling.

Midget Wrestling Warriors will perform at 8 p.m. July 18 at the Rodeo Arena. Ellis County Fair Vice President Jill Pfannenstiel said the show is meant for anyone eager to see jaw-dropping stunts.

"We wanted a show that was something new and not offered a whole lot in the community," Pfannenstiel said.

These warriors are ready to deliver a high-flying show that pushes limits and redefines live entertainment. The lineup features Short Sleeve Sampson, Rob the Giant, Demus, Mascarita Divina and Potro Romano.

The show will be two hours long with a 20-minute intermission. You can learn more about Midget Wrestling Warriors <a href="https://www.midgetwarriors.com/">here</a>.

Tickets for the fair can be purchased in advance <a href="https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/36944/ellis-county-fair?fbclid=IwY2xjawKujTRleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF6VFdJNnVTa0NYYk82ZUp4AR44_gw2XjWFjbazSFQJZE4y3MXwLLePpTZO8DU_vIYc0eKGGESB4xXlYUunwA_aem_v9FbcbBjuUHs1yaGOY1NgA">here</a>&nbsp;or at the gate. A pass covering seven events costs $40, and a single-night admission costs $20. Children age 5 and younger get in free.

You can follow the Ellis County Fair on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063657276403">Facebook</a>.

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 </figure>By TONY GUERRERO Hays PostFlying off the top rope and into the Ellis County Fair for the first time is Midget Wrestling Warriors, a new addition to this year’s lineup.The fair runs from July 11 to 19 and includes car races, rodeos, family-friendly fun and now wrestling.Midget Wrestling Warriors will perform at 8 p.m. July 18 at the Rodeo Arena. Ellis County Fair Vice President Jill Pfannenstiel said the show is meant for anyone eager to see jaw-dropping stunts."We wanted a show that was something new and not offered a whole lot in the community," Pfannenstiel said.These warriors are ready to deliver a high-flying show that pushes limits and redefines live entertainment. The lineup features Short Sleeve Sampson, Rob the Giant, Demus, Mascarita Divina and Potro Romano.The show will be two hours long with a 20-minute intermission. You can learn more about Midget Wrestling Warriors <a href="https://www.midgetwarriors.com/">here</a>.Tickets for the fair can be purchased in advance <a href="https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/36944/ellis-county-fair?fbclid=IwY2xjawKujTRleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF6VFdJNnVTa0NYYk82ZUp4AR44_gw2XjWFjbazSFQJZE4y3MXwLLePpTZO8DU_vIYc0eKGGESB4xXlYUunwA_aem_v9FbcbBjuUHs1yaGOY1NgA">here</a>&nbsp;or at the gate. A pass covering seven events costs $40, and a single-night admission costs $20. Children age 5 and younger get in free.You can follow the Ellis County Fair on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063657276403">Facebook</a>.

Midget wrestling set to shake up Ellis County Fair

By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays Post

The Paradise Flats Theatre Collective will present the first of two performances this morning, featuring local students.

The program started as a theater program for Plainville elementary students as part of its summer school program.

Last year, USD 270 opened the program to all students and added a section for students in grades 3 through 12. The program has more than doubled since the expansion, with students coming from six schools, as well as home-schooled students participating, music teacher Adam Flax said.

This year, the young student program had 63 enrolled students, and the older student session had 30 enrolled students.

"It's been exciting to see it grow," Flax said.

In addition to practicing for their performance, the students have been learning about theater traditions and superstitions this week, Flax said.

The younger students' program will culminate at 10:30 a.m. today with a "Peter Pan" performance at the Plainville High School auditorium. All are welcome. Admission is through a free-will donation.

The older students' session will begin on Monday and culminate with a "Broadway Ever After" performance at 7 p.m. on Friday, June 27, also at the Plainville High School auditorium. The show is a compilation of Broadway favorites, all with fairy tale themes.

"I think the program emphasizes teamwork when you have to put a show together, especially in a short time," Flax said.

The students are also encouraged to flex their imaginations and put themselves in other people's shoes.

"They also get exposure to theater and the arts," Flax said. "They don't get a lot of access to that, especially in this area. They latch onto it and come back summer after summer to be a part of it."

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 </figure>By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays PostThe Paradise Flats Theatre Collective will present the first of two performances this morning, featuring local students.The program started as a theater program for Plainville elementary students as part of its summer school program.Last year, USD 270 opened the program to all students and added a section for students in grades 3 through 12. The program has more than doubled since the expansion, with students coming from six schools, as well as home-schooled students participating, music teacher Adam Flax said.This year, the young student program had 63 enrolled students, and the older student session had 30 enrolled students."It's been exciting to see it grow," Flax said.<figure>
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 </figure>In addition to practicing for their performance, the students have been learning about theater traditions and superstitions this week, Flax said.The younger students' program will culminate at 10:30 a.m. today with a "Peter Pan" performance at the Plainville High School auditorium. All are welcome. Admission is through a free-will donation.The older students' session will begin on Monday and culminate with a "Broadway Ever After" performance at 7 p.m. on Friday, June 27, also at the Plainville High School auditorium. The show is a compilation of Broadway favorites, all with fairy tale themes."I think the program emphasizes teamwork when you have to put a show together, especially in a short time," Flax said.<figure>
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 </figure>The students are also encouraged to flex their imaginations and put themselves in other people's shoes."They also get exposure to theater and the arts," Flax said. "They don't get a lot of access to that, especially in this area. They latch onto it and come back summer after summer to be a part of it."<figure>
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Plainville theater camp's first of 2 performance this morning

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MAYETTA — We are thrilled to announce country music star Gary Allan is performing at our Great Lakes Ballroom on September 4 at 7 p.m.! 

Writer and frontman to three platinum-certified albums, Allan’s stirring brand of country continues to excite. With his signature rasp and soulful lyrics, Gary Allan’s been writing and performing country songs for as long as he can remember. 

Signing with Decca Records in the mid-'90s and releasing his debut album Used Heart for Sale in 1996, Allan would quickly see success led by hit single “Her Man.” In 1999, Allan’s third studio album Smoke Rings in the Dark served as a breakout hit to the mainstream country music scene. 

Over the years, Allan’s albums have earned three platinum certifications and four gold certifications. Coming off the heels of his tenth studio album Ruthless, which peaked at #8 on the U.S. Country charts, Allan’s focused storytelling continues to compel, entertain, and certainly honky-tonk. 

We look forward to hosting you as Gary Allan performs at our Great Lakes Ballroom on September 4! 

For more information, visit Prairie Band Casino &amp; Resort’s website, hover over the shows tab, and click “Epic Entertainment.”&nbsp;

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 </figure>Prairie Band Casino &amp; ResortMAYETTA — We are thrilled to announce country music star Gary Allan is performing at our Great Lakes Ballroom on September 4 at 7 p.m.! Writer and frontman to three platinum-certified albums, Allan’s stirring brand of country continues to excite. With his signature rasp and soulful lyrics, Gary Allan’s been writing and performing country songs for as long as he can remember. Signing with Decca Records in the mid-'90s and releasing his debut album Used Heart for Sale in 1996, Allan would quickly see success led by hit single “Her Man.” In 1999, Allan’s third studio album Smoke Rings in the Dark served as a breakout hit to the mainstream country music scene. Over the years, Allan’s albums have earned three platinum certifications and four gold certifications. Coming off the heels of his tenth studio album Ruthless, which peaked at #8 on the U.S. Country charts, Allan’s focused storytelling continues to compel, entertain, and certainly honky-tonk. We look forward to hosting you as Gary Allan performs at our Great Lakes Ballroom on September 4! For more information, visit Prairie Band Casino &amp; Resort’s website, hover over the shows tab, and click “Epic Entertainment.”&nbsp;

Gary Allan to performing live at Prairie Band Casino & Resort

A man saw his ex-girlfriend on the other side of a gallery at the Museum of Natural History, but he decided not to say hello. There was too much history between them.

A man saw his ex-girlfriend on the other side of a gallery at the Museum of Natural History, but he decided not to say hello. There was too much history between them.

KZ Country Cheesy Joke of the Day 06/12/25

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18th-annual Hoxie Hotrodders Rod Run is June 20-21

Why didn't the actor who played the Tin Man want to make a Wizard of Oz sequel?

Why didn't the actor who played the Tin Man want to make a Wizard of Oz sequel?He was feeling rusty.

KZ Country Cheesy Joke of the Day 06/11/25

By JONATHAN ZWEYGARDT Hays Post

Automobile enthusiasts will once again take over downtown
Hays and Municipal Park this weekend for the annual Thunder on the Plains Car,
Truck and Cycle Show.

Last year, the annual event that brings together cars,
trucks, motorcycles, and tractors from across the region celebrated its return
to downtown with more than 230 attendees, and this year, they will celebrate
their 10th year on Friday and Saturday. 

The event will, once again, begin with the cruise-in
starting at Big Creek Crossing at 6 p.m. on Friday. The
cars will travel to 27th Street, then proceed down to Main Street
and the park. 

Jackie Lang, a member of Thunder on the Plains, said they
would like people to line Main Street to get a good look at the
cars that will be on display on Saturday.

"If people want to see that parade of cars, they're sure
welcome to come down and see it," Lang said. "That's a good way to see a lot of
the cars that are going to be in the show, just to come down."

Once at the park downtown, there will be a barbecue. And if
you want to register a vehicle but missed the preregistration deadline, you can
register on Friday night.

Saturday’s event opens with registration from 7:30 to
10 a.m. at Municipal Park.

The live auction will take place at 12:30 p.m., followed by
the awards ceremony at 2 p.m.

There are more than 50 awards up for grabs and $1,000 in cash
prizes. 

The awards include Best of Show in four categories: car,
truck, cycle and tractors.

They also have awards for Kids' Choice, Mayor's Choice, Best
Paint, Best Interior and Best Engine.

There will also be an award for
project cars. They hope this will convince people to bring their vehicles, of
all shapes and sizes, to the show.

"Why have this beautiful automobile hidden in your garage if
you're never going to let anybody see it?" Lang said. "It's really something we
encourage is for people to get them out, bring them out, show them off."

There will also be plenty of things for families and kids to
enjoy.

The Hays High cheerleaders will be doing face painting and a
bounce house. 

The beer garden returns, accompanied by several other food
vendors. That includes barbecue, snow cones, bubble tea and a cigar vendor. 

While the weekend is about the fun of the show and enjoying
the vehicles, for the Thunder on the Plains group, the fundraising and the
lives they affect through the show remain the highlight.

In the nine years leading up to the 2025 show, the group has donated more than $140,000 to local nonprofit organizations.

Last year, the group elected to focus on a larger organization and raised almost $17,000 for the Make-A-Wish
Foundation of Missouri and Kansas.

Once again this year, 100% of the proceeds from the show’s
auction will benefit a wish recipient in Ellis County and the Make-A-Wish
Foundation. The live auction begins at 12:30 p.m.

Lang said last year, three local children who were
waiting for their wishes received them. All three went to Disney World.

There is one Ellis County child who is waiting for a wish
this year, and they are planning to attend the show.

This year, Thunder on the Plains also will continue to provide
scholarships to Ellis County seniors pursuing education in the automotive
industry.

This year, Nikole Orinder and Lillian Wellbrock each received
$1,000.

It was the first time both recipients were female.

Each year, sponsors donate items for the live auction. You
don’t have to have a car registered at the show to bid at the auction.

One of the major auction items this year is a bar crafted by
Rod Roy, a group member. Members also donated their favorite wines and spirits
to help the winner get started stocking their bar.

The late Craig Fischer, a big supporter of the event,
donated most of the materials.

You can find more information about the auction items and
the show on the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thunderontheplainsks">Thunder on the Plains Facebook page.</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1749579583264.jpeg" alt="Best of Show - Car - 1967 Ford Fairlane GT from the 2024 Thunder on the Plains Car Show in Hays. This year's show is on Friday and Saturday. Courtesy photo" />
 <figcaption>Best of Show - Car - 1967 Ford Fairlane GT from the 2024 Thunder on the Plains Car Show in Hays. This year's show is on Friday and Saturday. Courtesy photo</figcaption>
 </figure>By JONATHAN ZWEYGARDT Hays PostAutomobile enthusiasts will once again take over downtown
Hays and Municipal Park this weekend for the annual Thunder on the Plains Car,
Truck and Cycle Show.Last year, the annual event that brings together cars,
trucks, motorcycles, and tractors from across the region celebrated its return
to downtown with more than 230 attendees, and this year, they will celebrate
their 10th year on Friday and Saturday. The event will, once again, begin with the cruise-in
starting at Big Creek Crossing at 6 p.m. on Friday. The
cars will travel to 27th Street, then proceed down to Main Street
and the park. Jackie Lang, a member of Thunder on the Plains, said they
would like people to line Main Street to get a good look at the
cars that will be on display on Saturday."If people want to see that parade of cars, they're sure
welcome to come down and see it," Lang said. "That's a good way to see a lot of
the cars that are going to be in the show, just to come down."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1749579637043.jpeg" alt="Best of Show - Cycle&nbsp; 2024 - Hubert Linenberger - 2004 Harley-Davidson CVO Deuce. Courtesy photo" />
 <figcaption>Best of Show - Cycle&nbsp; 2024 - Hubert Linenberger - 2004 Harley-Davidson CVO Deuce. Courtesy photo</figcaption>
 </figure>Once at the park downtown, there will be a barbecue. And if
you want to register a vehicle but missed the preregistration deadline, you can
register on Friday night.Saturday’s event opens with registration from 7:30 to
10 a.m. at Municipal Park.The live auction will take place at 12:30 p.m., followed by
the awards ceremony at 2 p.m.There are more than 50 awards up for grabs and $1,000 in cash
prizes. The awards include Best of Show in four categories: car,
truck, cycle and tractors.They also have awards for Kids' Choice, Mayor's Choice, Best
Paint, Best Interior and Best Engine.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1749579663349.jpeg" alt="Best of Show - Tractor 2024 - Larry and Bonita Elsasser - 1934 Massey-Harris 4WD GP.&nbsp;Courtesy photo" />
 <figcaption>Best of Show - Tractor 2024 - Larry and Bonita Elsasser - 1934 Massey-Harris 4WD GP.&nbsp;Courtesy photo</figcaption>
 </figure>There will also be an award for
project cars. They hope this will convince people to bring their vehicles, of
all shapes and sizes, to the show."Why have this beautiful automobile hidden in your garage if
you're never going to let anybody see it?" Lang said. "It's really something we
encourage is for people to get them out, bring them out, show them off."There will also be plenty of things for families and kids to
enjoy.The Hays High cheerleaders will be doing face painting and a
bounce house. The beer garden returns, accompanied by several other food
vendors. That includes barbecue, snow cones, bubble tea and a cigar vendor. While the weekend is about the fun of the show and enjoying
the vehicles, for the Thunder on the Plains group, the fundraising and the
lives they affect through the show remain the highlight.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1749579690413.jpeg" alt="Make a Wish child who received her wish last year,&nbsp;Angelina. Courtesy photo" />
 <figcaption>Make a Wish child who received her wish last year,&nbsp;Angelina. Courtesy photo</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1749579704042.jpeg" alt="Make a Wish child who received his wish last year - Damon. Courtesy photo" />
 <figcaption>Make a Wish child who received his wish last year - Damon. Courtesy photo</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1749579721578.jpeg" alt="Make a Wish child who received her wish last year, Macie. Courtesy photo" />
 <figcaption>Make a Wish child who received her wish last year, Macie. Courtesy photo</figcaption>
 </figure>In the nine years leading up to the 2025 show, the group has donated more than $140,000 to local nonprofit organizations.Last year, the group elected to focus on a larger organization and raised almost $17,000 for the Make-A-Wish
Foundation of Missouri and Kansas.Once again this year, 100% of the proceeds from the show’s
auction will benefit a wish recipient in Ellis County and the Make-A-Wish
Foundation. The live auction begins at 12:30 p.m.Lang said last year, three local children who were
waiting for their wishes received them. All three went to Disney World.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1749579806292.jpeg" alt="Scholarship winners - Nikole on the left, Lillian on the right. Thunder on the Plains members shown are Kory Meyers, left ,and Karl Meyers, right. Courtesy photo" />
 <figcaption>Scholarship winners - Nikole on the left, Lillian on the right. Thunder on the Plains members shown are Kory Meyers, left ,and Karl Meyers, right. Courtesy photo</figcaption>
 </figure>There is one Ellis County child who is waiting for a wish
this year, and they are planning to attend the show.This year, Thunder on the Plains also will continue to provide
scholarships to Ellis County seniors pursuing education in the automotive
industry.This year, Nikole Orinder and Lillian Wellbrock each received
$1,000.It was the first time both recipients were female.Each year, sponsors donate items for the live auction. You
don’t have to have a car registered at the show to bid at the auction.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1749568880357.jpeg" alt="The bar created by Rod Roy, Roy's Custom Cabinets, is up for bid Saturday." />
 <figcaption>The bar created by Rod Roy, Roy's Custom Cabinets, is up for bid Saturday.</figcaption>
 </figure>One of the major auction items this year is a bar crafted by
Rod Roy, a group member. Members also donated their favorite wines and spirits
to help the winner get started stocking their bar.The late Craig Fischer, a big supporter of the event,
donated most of the materials.You can find more information about the auction items and
the show on the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thunderontheplainsks">Thunder on the Plains Facebook page.</a><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1749579830660.png" alt="Registration Form-Thunder on the Plains" />
 <figcaption>Registration Form-Thunder on the Plains</figcaption>
 </figure>

Thunder on the Plains marks 10 years in Hays

What do you call a person who is a tester at a blanket company?

What do you call a person who is a tester at a blanket company?An under cover agent.&nbsp;

KZ Country Cheesy Joke of the Day 06/10/25

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A buddy of mine installed a bar on his roof. He's always wanted to say, "Drinks are on the house!"

A buddy of mine installed a bar on his roof. He's always wanted to say, "Drinks are on the house!"

KZ Country Cheesy Joke of the Day 06/09/25

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How does a coniferous tree get ready for a date? It spruces itself up.

How does a coniferous tree get ready for a date? It spruces itself up.

KZ Country Cheesy Joke of the Day 06/06/25

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