A mother carefully explained to her young daughter how children were created. She used the expression “carrying a child” instead of ‘pregnant,” but the girl seemed satisfied. Sometime later, a terrible fire broke out in the neighborhood, and the girl stood by watching. Here’s how she described the scene to her parents: “There was this big fire. A fireman ran into the house and when he came out, he was pregnant.”

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A mother carefully explained to her young daughter how children were created. She used the expression “carrying a child” instead of ‘pregnant,” but the girl seemed satisfied. Sometime later, a terrible fire broke out in the neighborhood, and the girl stood by watching. Here’s how she described the scene to her parents: “There was this big fire. A fireman ran into the house and when he came out, he was pregnant.”Join fans of KZ Country on Facebook:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.facebook.com/99KZCountry" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/99KZCountry</a>

KZ Country Cheesy Joke of the Day 07/01/24

BUNKER HILL — Smoky Hills PBS is proud to announce the airing of "Ellis Trail to Nicodemus," a compelling documentary that chronicles the journey of one family's quest for freedom and new beginnings in the West. This documentary is a story of the first large group of African Americans making the trek westward in 1877 from central Kentucky to the promised lands of Kansas.&nbsp; Their destination is Nicodemus, an all-black town on the high plains of western Kansas.&nbsp;

"Ellis Trail to Nicodemus" focuses on Emma Johnson-Williams, a newlywed and pregnant young woman, who travels with her parents and siblings in hopes of starting a new life in Nicodemus. The documentary highlights the challenges and triumphs faced by Emma and her family during their 35-mile journey on foot. Remarkably, just weeks after their arrival, Emma gives birth to the first baby born in Nicodemus, marking a significant milestone for the community.

This documentary offers a poignant glimpse into the lives of those who sought freedom and opportunity in the West, showcasing their resilience, determination, and the communal spirit that helped them overcome numerous obstacles.

"We are excited to share this important story with our viewers," said Audrey Parsons, Director of Programming at Smoky Hills PBS. "The journey of Emma Johnson-Williams and her family is not just a part of Kansas history, but an essential chapter in the broader narrative of American history. We hope this documentary will inspire and educate our audience about the significance of Nicodemus and the contributions of African Americans to our state and nation."

Rebroadcast:&nbsp; Thursday, July 18th at 2pm AND Thursday, July 20th at 8pm

About Smoky Hills PBS: Smoky Hills PBS is dedicated to providing quality educational programming and enriching the lives of the communities we serve. Through our diverse range of programs, we aim to educate, inspire, and entertain our audience.

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 </figure>SubmittedBUNKER HILL — Smoky Hills PBS is proud to announce the airing of "Ellis Trail to Nicodemus," a compelling documentary that chronicles the journey of one family's quest for freedom and new beginnings in the West. This documentary is a story of the first large group of African Americans making the trek westward in 1877 from central Kentucky to the promised lands of Kansas.&nbsp; Their destination is Nicodemus, an all-black town on the high plains of western Kansas.&nbsp;"Ellis Trail to Nicodemus" focuses on Emma Johnson-Williams, a newlywed and pregnant young woman, who travels with her parents and siblings in hopes of starting a new life in Nicodemus. The documentary highlights the challenges and triumphs faced by Emma and her family during their 35-mile journey on foot. Remarkably, just weeks after their arrival, Emma gives birth to the first baby born in Nicodemus, marking a significant milestone for the community.This documentary offers a poignant glimpse into the lives of those who sought freedom and opportunity in the West, showcasing their resilience, determination, and the communal spirit that helped them overcome numerous obstacles."We are excited to share this important story with our viewers," said Audrey Parsons, Director of Programming at Smoky Hills PBS. "The journey of Emma Johnson-Williams and her family is not just a part of Kansas history, but an essential chapter in the broader narrative of American history. We hope this documentary will inspire and educate our audience about the significance of Nicodemus and the contributions of African Americans to our state and nation."Schedule of Airings:Premiere&nbsp;- Saturday, July 6 at 8 PMRebroadcast:&nbsp; Thursday, July 18th at 2pm AND Thursday, July 20th at 8pmAbout Smoky Hills PBS: Smoky Hills PBS is dedicated to providing quality educational programming and enriching the lives of the communities we serve. Through our diverse range of programs, we aim to educate, inspire, and entertain our audience.

Smoky Hills PBS to air 'Ellis Trail to Nicodemus'

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BUNKER HILL – Smoky Hills PBS will be re-airing the 2024 State Track Championship that took place on May 24th&nbsp;and 25th&nbsp;at Cessna Stadium in Wichita.

We understand the importance of this event to our viewers and are committed to providing the best possible coverage in its entirety. The re-airing will ensure that everyone has the opportunity to enjoy and celebrate the hard work and dedication of the athletes around our state.

July 4 at 8 AM – Complete coverage of Day 1 events held on May 24th

July 5 at 8 AM – Complete coverage of Day 2 events held on May 25th

Betsy Schwien, General Manager of Smoky Hills PBS, says: “We are dedicated to providing our community with quality coverage, and we believe that re-airing the State Track &amp; Field event will allow everyone to see the outstanding performances of the athletes throughout Kansas."

For more information, visit<a href="http://smokyhillspbs.org/">&nbsp;SmokyHillsPBS.org</a>&nbsp;or call 1-800-337-4788.

Local coverage like this is made possible by<a href="https://www.fireboltag.com/">&nbsp;Firebolt AG</a>,<a href="https://www.nex-tech.com/">&nbsp;Nex-Tech</a>, VIEWERS LIKE YOU, and many local businesses who support Smoky Hills PBS.

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 </figure>BUNKER HILL – Smoky Hills PBS will be re-airing the 2024 State Track Championship that took place on May 24th&nbsp;and 25th&nbsp;at Cessna Stadium in Wichita.We understand the importance of this event to our viewers and are committed to providing the best possible coverage in its entirety. The re-airing will ensure that everyone has the opportunity to enjoy and celebrate the hard work and dedication of the athletes around our state.Re-Airing Schedule:July 4 at 8 AM – Complete coverage of Day 1 events held on May 24thJuly 5 at 8 AM – Complete coverage of Day 2 events held on May 25thBetsy Schwien, General Manager of Smoky Hills PBS, says: “We are dedicated to providing our community with quality coverage, and we believe that re-airing the State Track &amp; Field event will allow everyone to see the outstanding performances of the athletes throughout Kansas."For more information, visit<a href="http://smokyhillspbs.org/">&nbsp;SmokyHillsPBS.org</a>&nbsp;or call 1-800-337-4788.Local coverage like this is made possible by<a href="https://www.fireboltag.com/">&nbsp;Firebolt AG</a>,<a href="https://www.nex-tech.com/">&nbsp;Nex-Tech</a>, VIEWERS LIKE YOU, and many local businesses who support Smoky Hills PBS.

Smoky Hills PBS to re-air KSHSAA State Track Championship

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On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times, host Gary Shorman speaks with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=pfbid02476pG1zvXUF3tZFCmdBfsbNyAbJX2ZCpcW6QVSeqSQYYYFjoEUdhNH77tCR42Mxrl&amp;id=100083234953528" target="_blank">Kansas Search and Rescue Dog Association</a>&nbsp;director Deidra Stanley.

<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/hGjCNsEVCWs?si=hAlyHJIUTd0Ur0xS" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times, host Gary Shorman speaks with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=pfbid02476pG1zvXUF3tZFCmdBfsbNyAbJX2ZCpcW6QVSeqSQYYYFjoEUdhNH77tCR42Mxrl&amp;id=100083234953528" target="_blank">Kansas Search and Rescue Dog Association</a>&nbsp;director Deidra Stanley.

🎤Forward Ever: Search dog association director Deidra Stanley

Two fish were in a tank. One says to the other, “So, how do you drive this thing?

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Two fish were in a tank. One says to the other, “So, how do you drive this thing?Join fans of 99 KZ Country on Facebook:<a href="http://www.facebook.com/99KZCountry">http://www.facebook.com/99KZCountry</a>

KZ Country Cheesy Joke of the Day 06/28/24

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A father was asked by his friend, “Has your 12 year-old son decided what he wants to be when he grows up?” “Yes, he wants to be a garbage collector,” replied the father. His friend thought for a moment. “That’s an unusual choice at his age,” he said. “Not really,” said the father. “He thinks that garbage collectors only work on Tuesdays!”

A father was asked by his friend, “Has your 12 year-old son decided what he wants to be when he grows up?” “Yes, he wants to be a garbage collector,” replied the father. His friend thought for a moment. “That’s an unusual choice at his age,” he said. “Not really,” said the father. “He thinks that garbage collectors only work on Tuesdays!”Join fans of 99 KZ Country on Facebook:<a href="http://www.facebook.com/99KZCountry">http://www.facebook.com/99KZCountry</a>

KZ Country Cheesy Joke of the Day 06/27/24

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On this episode of The Post Podcast, Hays Post reporter Jonathan Zweygardt speaks with Ellis County Historical Society director Amanda Rupp about summer activities and recent developments.

<div><iframe title="Ellis County Historical Society director shares updates" allowtransparency="true" height="600" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:600px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=ixhq8-1651d29-pb&from=pb6admin&square=1&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=3267a3&font-color=auto&logo_link=podcast_page&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=600" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>On this episode of The Post Podcast, Hays Post reporter Jonathan Zweygardt speaks with Ellis County Historical Society director Amanda Rupp about summer activities and recent developments.

🎙 Post Podcast: Ellis County Historical Society director shares updates

On a flight to Florida, Mary was preparing notes for one of the parent education seminars she conducted. The elderly woman sitting next to Mary explained that she was returning to Miami after having spent two weeks visiting her 6 children, 18 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren in Boston. Then she inquired what Mary did for a living. Mary told her that she was an educational psychologist, fully expecting the elderly woman to question her for free professional advice. Instead the elderly woman sat back and said, “If there’s anything you want to know, just ask me.”

On a flight to Florida, Mary was preparing notes for one of the parent education seminars she conducted. The elderly woman sitting next to Mary explained that she was returning to Miami after having spent two weeks visiting her 6 children, 18 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren in Boston. Then she inquired what Mary did for a living. Mary told her that she was an educational psychologist, fully expecting the elderly woman to question her for free professional advice. Instead the elderly woman sat back and said, “If there’s anything you want to know, just ask me.”Join fans of 99 KZ Country on Facebook:<a href="http://www.facebook.com/99KZCountry">http://www.facebook.com/99KZCountry</a>

KZ Country Cheesy Joke of the Day 06/26/24

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How did the egg get up the mountain? It Scrambled up.

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KZ Country Cheesy Joke of the Day 06/25/24

By BECKY KISER Hays Post

Summer is officially here, according to the calendar. The 100-plus-degree temperatures are also a reminder.

The National Weather Service in Dodge City has&nbsp;reissued a<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/34e186c3-1bcd-4a04-8480-94766cc0d9b0" target="_blank">&nbsp;heat advisory</a>&nbsp;for today, with <a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/6c0d8487-c74c-4e9b-9068-c2b885f83074">slightly cooler temperatures</a> later in the week.&nbsp;

Matt Meagher, assistant director of Ellis County Emergency Medical Services, cautions residents to be aware of the sun and the heat index, whether outdoors or indoors.&nbsp;

Children and the elderly are especially vulnerable to the heat.&nbsp;

"They have a higher chance of getting overheated quickly," Meagher said.

 "Children's bodies haven't developed enough to compensate for the heat," he said. "Adults as we get older, our bodies' processes start to slow down and don't respond as well to the heat. They heat up faster and don't get rid of that heat as quickly."

Senior citizens may also be taking prescription drugs that don't allow them to tolerate the heat well, including high blood pressure and congestive heart failure medicines.

"The typical response by the body when it overheats is to speed the heart rate up, to push that heat out of the center of the body and into your skin to get rid of it," he said. "But if you're on a medicine that controls the heart rate, it's not going to be able to speed up&nbsp;or pump as effectively as it's supposed to."

Diuretics are also often prescribed to older people to pull fluid out of the body, and that can cause dehydration, which will make someone heat up faster.&nbsp;

Meagher said there are three degrees of heat illness to watch out for: heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke.

"Heat cramps, such as in your legs, are the first stage of your body saying you're getting too hot and to slow down and take a break," he said.&nbsp;

"Heat exhaustion brings on extreme thirst, heavy sweating, muscle cramps and spasms, along with headaches and nausea, pale and dry skin, and you may pass out."

The body is still trying to cool itself during these first two stages.&nbsp;

The final stage, heat stroke, is a true emergency.&nbsp;

"It's time to call 9-1-1 when someone starts acting abnormally, is confused or combative, all the way to being very lethargic,"&nbsp;Meagher said.

"The body is heating up from the inside out and no longer trying to cool itself."

It's essential to stay hydrated with water or electrolyte drinks.

"Along with the salt in electrolyte drinks such as Gatorade to replace what you're sweating out, you're often getting a large dose of sugar," Meagher said, "which isn't very healthy. Maybe drink one if you really need it.

"There used to be a big emphasis on the electrolyte replacement. Now we're saying just to replace the fluids you've lost with water."

Adults should drink eight eight-ounce glasses of water daily during the summer and more as they work harder.&nbsp;

Meagher also reminds drivers about the dangers of leaving children or pets in a hot car.

"A car parked in the sun on a 95-degree sun can get up to 116 degrees inside within an hour. The seats can get up to 127 degrees," he said. "You're cooking at 127 degrees, and that's heatstroke level, an emergency."

Meagher said Ellis County emergency services are called out several times each year for children accidentally locked in a vehicle.

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 </figure><div><iframe title="EMS: Take cautions during hot temperatures; stay hydrated" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=ekkc6-164ed1b-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=3267a3&font-color=auto&logo_link=podcast_page&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>By BECKY KISER Hays PostSummer is officially here, according to the calendar. The 100-plus-degree temperatures are also a reminder.The National Weather Service in Dodge City has&nbsp;reissued a<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/34e186c3-1bcd-4a04-8480-94766cc0d9b0" target="_blank">&nbsp;heat advisory</a>&nbsp;for today, with <a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/6c0d8487-c74c-4e9b-9068-c2b885f83074">slightly cooler temperatures</a> later in the week.&nbsp;Matt Meagher, assistant director of Ellis County Emergency Medical Services, cautions residents to be aware of the sun and the heat index, whether outdoors or indoors.&nbsp;Children and the elderly are especially vulnerable to the heat.&nbsp;"They have a higher chance of getting overheated quickly," Meagher said. "Children's bodies haven't developed enough to compensate for the heat," he said. "Adults as we get older, our bodies' processes start to slow down and don't respond as well to the heat. They heat up faster and don't get rid of that heat as quickly."Senior citizens may also be taking prescription drugs that don't allow them to tolerate the heat well, including high blood pressure and congestive heart failure medicines."The typical response by the body when it overheats is to speed the heart rate up, to push that heat out of the center of the body and into your skin to get rid of it," he said. "But if you're on a medicine that controls the heart rate, it's not going to be able to speed up&nbsp;or pump as effectively as it's supposed to."Diuretics are also often prescribed to older people to pull fluid out of the body, and that can cause dehydration, which will make someone heat up faster.&nbsp;Meagher said there are three degrees of heat illness to watch out for: heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke."Heat cramps, such as in your legs, are the first stage of your body saying you're getting too hot and to slow down and take a break," he said.&nbsp;"Heat exhaustion brings on extreme thirst, heavy sweating, muscle cramps and spasms, along with headaches and nausea, pale and dry skin, and you may pass out."The body is still trying to cool itself during these first two stages.&nbsp;The final stage, heat stroke, is a true emergency.&nbsp;"It's time to call 9-1-1 when someone starts acting abnormally, is confused or combative, all the way to being very lethargic,"&nbsp;Meagher said."The body is heating up from the inside out and no longer trying to cool itself."It's essential to stay hydrated with water or electrolyte drinks."Along with the salt in electrolyte drinks such as Gatorade to replace what you're sweating out, you're often getting a large dose of sugar," Meagher said, "which isn't very healthy. Maybe drink one if you really need it. "There used to be a big emphasis on the electrolyte replacement. Now we're saying just to replace the fluids you've lost with water."Adults should drink eight eight-ounce glasses of water daily during the summer and more as they work harder.&nbsp;Meagher also reminds drivers about the dangers of leaving children or pets in a hot car."A car parked in the sun on a 95-degree sun can get up to 116 degrees inside within an hour. The seats can get up to 127 degrees," he said. "You're cooking at 127 degrees, and that's heatstroke level, an emergency."Meagher said Ellis County emergency services are called out several times each year for children accidentally locked in a vehicle.

EMS: Take cautions during hot temperatures; stay hydrated   

Fair Entry is open and ready for you to enter your projects for judging at the 2024 Ellis County Fair! You will enter your projects online at 2024 Ellis County Fair - FairEntry.com. The fair is not just for 4-H members but for those of the community as well. Entries for those not in 4-H will go in the Open Class Division of the fair. There are many different project areas to choose from, including but not limited to needlework, arts and crafts, fine arts, horticulture, and photography. There are certain rules entries must follow, find them in the open class fairbook at 2024-open-class-fair-book (ellisco.net).

Be sure to participate in our coloring contest sponsored by Nutrien Ag. All coloring pages will be on display during the fair and the first three places of each age division will be awarded prizes.

The Ellis County Fair is July 12 – 20, 2024. Besides the judging of entries, there is a great lineup of Grandstand events including races, rodeo, and a monster truck show. You can purchase a single pass for one low price of $35. Besides the Grandstand events, there are many free events on the midway for the family. Enjoy music, the petting zoo, pedal pull, Big Rigs and Little Kids, and face painting to name a few. There will be a Lego Bricks Building Contest open to the public as well. Food vendors will be lined up on the midway and livestock shows will be in the show arena. The inflatable carnival and games will be open Tuesday, July 16 through Saturday, July 20.

We invite the community to come support our hard working 4-H youth of Ellis County. View their livestock, or stroll through the air-conditioned Schenk building looking at entries. Our commercial vendors will be located in our building in the midway this year.

Closing out the fair will be the 4-H livestock auction. This is your chance to purchase some homegrown meat to fill your freezer. For more information, visit us at https://ellisco.net under Government, follow us on Facebook, or contact the Cottonwood Extension District or a Fairboard member.

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Ellis County Fair accepting entries

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A man loved living on an island, but he wasn’t crazy about the ferry. If you missed a ferry late at night, you had to spend the next hour or so waiting for the next one. So, when he spotted a ferry no more than fifteen feet from the dock, he decided he wouldn’t subject himself to an hour’s wait. He made a running leap and landed on his hands and knees, a little bruised maybe, but safe on deck. He got up, brushed himself off, and announced proudly to a bystander, “Well, I made that one, didn’t I?” “Sure did,” the bystander said. “But you should have waited a minute or two. The ferry is just about to dock.”

A man loved living on an island, but he wasn’t crazy about the ferry. If you missed a ferry late at night, you had to spend the next hour or so waiting for the next one. So, when he spotted a ferry no more than fifteen feet from the dock, he decided he wouldn’t subject himself to an hour’s wait. He made a running leap and landed on his hands and knees, a little bruised maybe, but safe on deck. He got up, brushed himself off, and announced proudly to a bystander, “Well, I made that one, didn’t I?” “Sure did,” the bystander said. “But you should have waited a minute or two. The ferry is just about to dock.”Join fans of 99 KZ Country on Facebook:<a href="http://www.facebook.com/99KZCountry">http://www.facebook.com/99KZCountry</a>

KZ Country Cheesy Joke of the Day 06/24/24

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BUNKER HILL – The much anticipated 51st annual Kansas Shrine Bowl is set to take place at Emporia State University’s Welch Stadium on June 29 at 7 p.m.&nbsp; This iconic event, showcasing the best high school football talent from across the state, will be broadcast live on Smoky Hills PBS for fans to enjoy from the comfort of their homes.&nbsp; The game will bring top eastern and western Kansas players to compete for the coveted title.

The Kansas Shrine Bowl is more than just a football game; it is a tradition steeped in history and community spirit, bringing together athletes, families, and supporters from all over Kansas. The event not only highlights the athleticism and dedication of the players but also serves a greater cause, supporting Shriners Hospitals for Children.

"We are thrilled to bring live coverage of the 51st annual Kansas Shrine Bowl to our viewers," said Betsy Schwien, Smoky Hills PBS general manager. "This event is a testament to the hard work and talent of the young athletes all across our coverage area, and we are proud to support the noble mission of the Shriners."

Tune in on June 29 at 7 p.m. for live coverage of the Kansas Shrine Bowl and join us in celebrating the exceptional talents of these young athletes and the enduring legacy of the Shrine Bowl.

Local sports coverage like this is made possible by&nbsp;Nex-Tech, viewers like you, and many local businesses who support Smoky Hills PBS.

Smoky Hills PBS is broadcasting to viewers in our coverage area (Central and Western Kansas) through antenna, on many cable systems, Smoky Hills PBS&nbsp;<a href="https://video.smokyhillstv.org/livestream/">LLS Channel</a>, DirecTV, Dish Network, LocalNow app, YouTube TV, and HULU+LIVE TV.&nbsp; You can also access Smoky Hills PBS via the FREE mobile app for Android and iPhone devices.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>SHPBSBUNKER HILL – The much anticipated 51st annual Kansas Shrine Bowl is set to take place at Emporia State University’s Welch Stadium on June 29 at 7 p.m.&nbsp; This iconic event, showcasing the best high school football talent from across the state, will be broadcast live on Smoky Hills PBS for fans to enjoy from the comfort of their homes.&nbsp; The game will bring top eastern and western Kansas players to compete for the coveted title.The Kansas Shrine Bowl is more than just a football game; it is a tradition steeped in history and community spirit, bringing together athletes, families, and supporters from all over Kansas. The event not only highlights the athleticism and dedication of the players but also serves a greater cause, supporting Shriners Hospitals for Children."We are thrilled to bring live coverage of the 51st annual Kansas Shrine Bowl to our viewers," said Betsy Schwien, Smoky Hills PBS general manager. "This event is a testament to the hard work and talent of the young athletes all across our coverage area, and we are proud to support the noble mission of the Shriners."Tune in on June 29 at 7 p.m. for live coverage of the Kansas Shrine Bowl and join us in celebrating the exceptional talents of these young athletes and the enduring legacy of the Shrine Bowl.Local sports coverage like this is made possible by&nbsp;Nex-Tech, viewers like you, and many local businesses who support Smoky Hills PBS.For more information, visit<a href="http://smokyhillspbs.org/">&nbsp;SmokyHillsPBS.org</a>&nbsp;or call 1-800-337-4788.Smoky Hills PBS is broadcasting to viewers in our coverage area (Central and Western Kansas) through antenna, on many cable systems, Smoky Hills PBS&nbsp;<a href="https://video.smokyhillstv.org/livestream/">LLS Channel</a>, DirecTV, Dish Network, LocalNow app, YouTube TV, and HULU+LIVE TV.&nbsp; You can also access Smoky Hills PBS via the FREE mobile app for Android and iPhone devices.&nbsp;&nbsp;

🏈 Kansas Shrine Bowl live on Smoky Hills PBS

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On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times, host Gary Shorman speaks with Kansas Department of Commerce Community Development Specialist Sara Bloom.

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