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On this week's Tiger Talk, Voice of the Tigers Gerard Wellbrock speaks with Fort Hays State University Head Football Coach Chris Brown about the latest in FHSU Football.

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The Salina Symphony will present an afternoon of “Romance” on Nov. 6.

Under the baton of Music Director Yaniv Segal, the symphony is scheduled to perform at 4 p.m. Nov. 6 in the Stiefel Theatre, 151 S. Santa Fe Avenue.

The concert will feature something for everyone, beginning with the gripping melodrama of Tchaikovsky’s&nbsp;Romeo and Juliet&nbsp;followed by reflective yet driving music from Gabriel Prokofiev’s genre-defying crossover album,&nbsp;Breaking Screens. After intermission, the audience will experience a romantic musical journey with&nbsp;Symphony in Scenes: Skychange, a four-movement work based on music Maestro Segal wrote for his wedding.

London-based DJ and composer Gabriel Prokofiev, grandson of Sergei Prokofiev, will join the symphony as guest artist. Composing music that both embraces and challenges western classical traditions, Prokofiev has emerged as a significant voice in new approaches to classical music at the beginning of the 21st century.

Prokofiev has built up a large body of orchestral and chamber works and has composed seven concertos (three featuring turntables) as well as many electronic works, often combining synthesizers and samples with classical instrumentation. His works have been performed internationally by orchestras including Seattle Symphony,

Detroit Symphony, St Petersburg Philharmonic, Moscow State Symphony and BBC Philharmonic, among many others.

Prokofiev is also an events curator, producer and founder of the Nonclassical record label and club night, home to a host of artists who defy conventions. Through Nonclassical, he has been one of the leading proponents of presenting classical music in non-traditional venues.

Tickets may be purchased at the Stiefel Theatre Box Office, by calling 785-827-1998 or online at www.salinasymphony.org. Single admission is $29 or $39 and $19 for students.

Season tickets may be ordered by phone at 785-823-8309 or in person at the Symphony Office, located on the second floor of the Stiefel Theatre.

Pre-Concert Talk A pre-concert talk with Segal and Prokofiev is scheduled for 3 p.m. in the Stiefel Theatre Watson Room. Please enter through the main theatre doors. Doors will open at 2:30 p.m.

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 </figure>Salina SymphonyThe Salina Symphony will present an afternoon of “Romance” on Nov. 6.Under the baton of Music Director Yaniv Segal, the symphony is scheduled to perform at 4 p.m. Nov. 6 in the Stiefel Theatre, 151 S. Santa Fe Avenue.The concert will feature something for everyone, beginning with the gripping melodrama of Tchaikovsky’s&nbsp;Romeo and Juliet&nbsp;followed by reflective yet driving music from Gabriel Prokofiev’s genre-defying crossover album,&nbsp;Breaking Screens. After intermission, the audience will experience a romantic musical journey with&nbsp;Symphony in Scenes: Skychange, a four-movement work based on music Maestro Segal wrote for his wedding.Guest artist Gabriel ProkofievLondon-based DJ and composer Gabriel Prokofiev, grandson of Sergei Prokofiev, will join the symphony as guest artist. Composing music that both embraces and challenges western classical traditions, Prokofiev has emerged as a significant voice in new approaches to classical music at the beginning of the 21st century.Prokofiev has built up a large body of orchestral and chamber works and has composed seven concertos (three featuring turntables) as well as many electronic works, often combining synthesizers and samples with classical instrumentation. His works have been performed internationally by orchestras including Seattle Symphony,Detroit Symphony, St Petersburg Philharmonic, Moscow State Symphony and BBC Philharmonic, among many others.Prokofiev is also an events curator, producer and founder of the Nonclassical record label and club night, home to a host of artists who defy conventions. Through Nonclassical, he has been one of the leading proponents of presenting classical music in non-traditional venues.Tickets on saleTickets may be purchased at the Stiefel Theatre Box Office, by calling 785-827-1998 or online at www.salinasymphony.org. Single admission is $29 or $39 and $19 for students.Season tickets may be ordered by phone at 785-823-8309 or in person at the Symphony Office, located on the second floor of the Stiefel Theatre.Pre-Concert Talk A pre-concert talk with Segal and Prokofiev is scheduled for 3 p.m. in the Stiefel Theatre Watson Room. Please enter through the main theatre doors. Doors will open at 2:30 p.m.

Salina Symphony Nov. 6 concert to feature composer Prokofiev

By COLE REIF Great Bend Post

While the holiday focus is currently on organizing costumes and making sure you have enough candy, staff with the Great Bend Public Lands Department is getting ready to have a bright Christmas. Preparation for displaying the Christmas light decorations around town will begin near Halloween, to give city staff enough time to have them ready for the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Public Lands Director Scott Keeler said it takes his staff between three to four weeks to make repairs to light fixtures, display the holiday decorations and add any new pieces. Turning Great Bend into a “Christmas city” has taken on much more responsibility compared to when Keeler first started working for the city. "I remember we had some old decorations up and down Main Street, and a few lights around the courthouse," said Keeler. "It used to be flood lights that we would put by the pillars. We pretty much relied on Christmas Fantasy Village down south. There really wasn't too much and it took about a week to put up." A massive amount of lights and displays are now featured at Veterans Memorial Park, Barton County Courthouse and Brit Spaugh Park. The new .15% quality of life sales tax this year has allocated funds to Christmas light decorations to make repairs and bring in additions. Keeler said there will be more motion displays this year. "As far as lighting in different areas, are hands are tied a little bit," said Keeler. "At the present time, we only have so much electricity and availability in the area. We have to stay near to those points because we have to have power to run them." The lights will go on the Saturday after Thanksgiving to coincide with the Home for the Holidays Festival and Parade.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>By COLE REIF Great Bend PostWhile the holiday focus is currently on organizing costumes and making sure you have enough candy, staff with the Great Bend Public Lands Department is getting ready to have a bright Christmas. Preparation for displaying the Christmas light decorations around town will begin near Halloween, to give city staff enough time to have them ready for the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Public Lands Director Scott Keeler said it takes his staff between three to four weeks to make repairs to light fixtures, display the holiday decorations and add any new pieces. Turning Great Bend into a “Christmas city” has taken on much more responsibility compared to when Keeler first started working for the city. "I remember we had some old decorations up and down Main Street, and a few lights around the courthouse," said Keeler. "It used to be flood lights that we would put by the pillars. We pretty much relied on Christmas Fantasy Village down south. There really wasn't too much and it took about a week to put up." A massive amount of lights and displays are now featured at Veterans Memorial Park, Barton County Courthouse and Brit Spaugh Park. The new .15% quality of life sales tax this year has allocated funds to Christmas light decorations to make repairs and bring in additions. Keeler said there will be more motion displays this year. "As far as lighting in different areas, are hands are tied a little bit," said Keeler. "At the present time, we only have so much electricity and availability in the area. We have to stay near to those points because we have to have power to run them." The lights will go on the Saturday after Thanksgiving to coincide with the Home for the Holidays Festival and Parade.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Great Bend staff preparing for Christmas light displays setup

LONDON (AP) — Adidas has ended its partnership with the rapper formerly known as Kanye West over his offensive and antisemitic remarks, the&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/kanye-west-entertainment-racial-injustice-music-1d28cc669f650932d68fe1113a491889">latest company to cut ties with Ye</a>&nbsp;and a decision that the German sportwear company said would hit its bottom line.

“Adidas does not tolerate antisemitism and any other sort of hate speech," the company said in a statement Tuesday. “Ye’s recent comments and actions have been unacceptable, hateful and dangerous, and they violate the company’s values of diversity and inclusion, mutual respect and fairness."

The company faced pressure to cut ties with Ye, with celebrities and others on social media urging Adidas to act. It said at the beginning of the month that it was placing its lucrative sneaker deal with the rapper under review.

Adidas said Tuesday that it conducted a “thorough review" and would immediately stop production of its line of Yeezy products and stop payments to Ye and his companies. The sportswear company said it was expected to take a hit of up to 250 million euros ($246 million) to its net income this year from the move.

The move by Adidas, whose CEO Kasper Rorsted is stepping down next year, comes after Ye was&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/twitter-inc-entertainment-music-ba5c710ec59d195fe4d83cb2c9343589">suspended from Twitter and Instagram</a>&nbsp;this month over antisemitic posts that the social networks said violated their policies.

He recently suggested slavery was a choice and called the COVID-19 vaccine the “mark of the beast,” among other comments. He also was criticized for wearing a “White Lives Matter” T-shirt to his Yeezy collection show in Paris.

Ye’s talent agency, CAA, has dropped him, and the MRC studio announced Monday that it is shelving a complete documentary about the rapper.

<a href="https://apnews.com/article/ye-balenciaga-28435658118d31f0a6112b5970dc6671">The Balenciaga fashion house</a>&nbsp;cut ties with Ye last week, according to Women’s Wear Daily.&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/kanye-west-parler-5b1cbdb1f311ae9de70b3d4e247e6201">JPMorganChase and Ye have ended their business relationship</a>, although the banking breakup was in the works even before Ye’s antisemitic comments.

In recent weeks, Ye also has&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/kanye-west-4e4ff0d466f7a1a622339e03232a1ca1">ended his company's association with Gap</a>&nbsp;and has told Bloomberg that he plans to cut ties with his corporate suppliers.

After he was suspended from Twitter and Facebook, Ye offered to buy&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/kanye-west-parler-5b1cbdb1f311ae9de70b3d4e247e6201">conservative social network Parler</a>.

Demonstrators on a Los Angeles overpass Saturday unfurled a banner praising Ye's antisemitic comments, prompting an outcry on social media from celebrities and others who said they stand with Jewish people.

Associated PressLONDON (AP) — Adidas has ended its partnership with the rapper formerly known as Kanye West over his offensive and antisemitic remarks, the&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/kanye-west-entertainment-racial-injustice-music-1d28cc669f650932d68fe1113a491889">latest company to cut ties with Ye</a>&nbsp;and a decision that the German sportwear company said would hit its bottom line.“Adidas does not tolerate antisemitism and any other sort of hate speech," the company said in a statement Tuesday. “Ye’s recent comments and actions have been unacceptable, hateful and dangerous, and they violate the company’s values of diversity and inclusion, mutual respect and fairness."The company faced pressure to cut ties with Ye, with celebrities and others on social media urging Adidas to act. It said at the beginning of the month that it was placing its lucrative sneaker deal with the rapper under review.Adidas said Tuesday that it conducted a “thorough review" and would immediately stop production of its line of Yeezy products and stop payments to Ye and his companies. The sportswear company said it was expected to take a hit of up to 250 million euros ($246 million) to its net income this year from the move.The move by Adidas, whose CEO Kasper Rorsted is stepping down next year, comes after Ye was&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/twitter-inc-entertainment-music-ba5c710ec59d195fe4d83cb2c9343589">suspended from Twitter and Instagram</a>&nbsp;this month over antisemitic posts that the social networks said violated their policies.He recently suggested slavery was a choice and called the COVID-19 vaccine the “mark of the beast,” among other comments. He also was criticized for wearing a “White Lives Matter” T-shirt to his Yeezy collection show in Paris.Ye’s talent agency, CAA, has dropped him, and the MRC studio announced Monday that it is shelving a complete documentary about the rapper.<a href="https://apnews.com/article/ye-balenciaga-28435658118d31f0a6112b5970dc6671">The Balenciaga fashion house</a>&nbsp;cut ties with Ye last week, according to Women’s Wear Daily.&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/kanye-west-parler-5b1cbdb1f311ae9de70b3d4e247e6201">JPMorganChase and Ye have ended their business relationship</a>, although the banking breakup was in the works even before Ye’s antisemitic comments.In recent weeks, Ye also has&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/kanye-west-4e4ff0d466f7a1a622339e03232a1ca1">ended his company's association with Gap</a>&nbsp;and has told Bloomberg that he plans to cut ties with his corporate suppliers.After he was suspended from Twitter and Facebook, Ye offered to buy&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/kanye-west-parler-5b1cbdb1f311ae9de70b3d4e247e6201">conservative social network Parler</a>.Demonstrators on a Los Angeles overpass Saturday unfurled a banner praising Ye's antisemitic comments, prompting an outcry on social media from celebrities and others who said they stand with Jewish people.

Adidas ends partnership with Ye over antisemitic remarks

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By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays Post

The Hays Art Center is featuring three exhibits now through Nov. 22.

"Intuitive" features the work of former Fort Hays State University art instructor Kathleen Kuchar and Ron Michael, FHSU grad and director of the Birger Sandzén Memorial Gallery in Lindsborg.

Meder said she thought the energy and process of both artists is very similar.

Kuchar's art consists of large color abstract canvasses. Whereas Michael's pieces are earthenware pots and sculptures using wood, stone and metal.

"When you look at some of the patterning and shapes and that organic and very intuitive style, from the title, this is something they both have," Brenda Meder, Hays Arts Center director, said. "I love the way it works together."

Michael's sculptures, vessels and disks are inspired by surfaces, forms, and other stuff found in nature. When creating pieces, he embraces an organic quality, weathered aesthetic, imperfection, texture, asymmetry, sense of mystery and humor, he said in his artist's statement.

"You can see his shapes are very of the earth and organic," Meder said.

His ceramic pieces include a high percentage of Kansas clay formed using hand-built or wheel-thrown techniques. He often brushes or sifts a colored Mason stain on the wet clay to add differing colors.

"Intuitive&nbsp;is the perfect title for this show," Kuchar said in her artist's statement. "That’s how I work!  Typically, I start out with a general idea and let it go from there.

"The work takes on a life of its own as I add, subtract and make changes. When to stop is the question. Usually, the painting tells me it is finished when the colors work together, the shapes are just right, and I like the way it looks."

&nbsp;Kuchar is also a member of the Society of Layerist in Multi-Media, and pieces created by her and other society members for the "About Trees" project are also on display at the art center in the gallery hallway.

Thirty-three small canvases from Kansas and regional members are on display. As the title indicates, all of the artists have depicted trees on small canvases in different ways.

The purpose of the society is to serve as a network for artists who express a holistic perspective, in which everything relates to everything else, across time and space. Layered art can be done in any medium, but it shares a unifying intention, according to the society.

Konnor Splichal, senior in ceramics at FHSU, is exhibiting "Beyond Dusk," his BFA exhibition in the art center's rear gallery.

In addition to ceramic vessels, Splichal has created several electrified pieces from small table lamps, to hanging fixtures, to 3-foot tall luminaries.

Splichal, who is a Thomas More Prep-Marian graduate, said in his artists statement "By exploring the connection between ceramics and interior design, I see how they affect our everyday lives. Bringing both natural and man-made elements into my work, I form relationships between nature and fine art."

The subtle contrast of color and light reflect the Kansas landscape, he said.

"I strive to remind my audience of the world around them, as well as the natural beauty that God has created in his eyes," Splichal said.

<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/622ae520-cc6e-4ae6-8c74-8f551869cc69">The Hays Arts Center will accept entries for the 5 State Photography exhibit until Nov. 8. </a>The fine art competition will accept 8-by-10 photographs from artists from Kansas, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Colorado created during the last three years.

Follow the link below for this year's competition details, entry forms, 
and the complete gallery of last year’s exhibited photographs - <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fhaysartscouncil.org%2Ffive-state%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1gGkjiEgaug4f1FZ_2yM0VZuyk_QkXkbrur1b3b-YRScceEBxd5OeHaHY&amp;h=AT1ZSJHM2IT8MIExXJlJxUYHHJQMgXVcdmjzfepPg96vt_wPH8jKTiaZNutGOzaxo4BXpe9L55HHnm-msvuEwy0SZSyV2Y50GUdQbBsbmihc2X_Pl6Lf5HRk8rCsLKCa0aAI&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT0aUk8qdsXfVhflsvXrCybSGzmH-vn03OI12IitM_xMW_cDV3DDOcNA1l1GSUV-1wmkxHla5Zfi6ps2MPccTW2WZ3jtzoGIFbAgoOLAtPehFhwgs24YX7qeM_09xBSXYzZ_AAYZrrWkYuSUrFbmh1VJwNOmHuuECcNxOPKlvM_in09hBdCAabz-6FvbjuWJqn7MG8Bjz1GvZw" target="_blank">https://haysartscouncil.org/five-state</a>

The exhibition will anchor the Hays Arts Council Winter Art Walk on Dec. 3.

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 </figure>By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays PostThe Hays Art Center is featuring three exhibits now through Nov. 22. "Intuitive" features the work of former Fort Hays State University art instructor Kathleen Kuchar and Ron Michael, FHSU grad and director of the Birger Sandzén Memorial Gallery in Lindsborg.Meder said she thought the energy and process of both artists is very similar. Kuchar's art consists of large color abstract canvasses. Whereas Michael's pieces are earthenware pots and sculptures using wood, stone and metal.<div><iframe title="Hays Arts Center features 3 exhibits, including ceramics, multi-media art" allowtransparency="true" height="300" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=jut5k-12f4a2e-pb&from=pb6admin&square=1&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=3267a3&font-color=auto&logo_link=podcast_page&btn-skin=3267a3&size=300" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>"When you look at some of the patterning and shapes and that organic and very intuitive style, from the title, this is something they both have," Brenda Meder, Hays Arts Center director, said. "I love the way it works together."Michael's sculptures, vessels and disks are inspired by surfaces, forms, and other stuff found in nature. When creating pieces, he embraces an organic quality, weathered aesthetic, imperfection, texture, asymmetry, sense of mystery and humor, he said in his artist's statement.<figure>
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 </figure>"You can see his shapes are very of the earth and organic," Meder said. His ceramic pieces include a high percentage of Kansas clay formed using hand-built or wheel-thrown techniques. He often brushes or sifts a colored Mason stain on the wet clay to add differing colors."Intuitive&nbsp;is the perfect title for this show," Kuchar said in her artist's statement. "That’s how I work! Typically, I start out with a general idea and let it go from there."The work takes on a life of its own as I add, subtract and make changes. When to stop is the question. Usually, the painting tells me it is finished when the colors work together, the shapes are just right, and I like the way it looks."<figure>
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 </figure><h2>'About Trees'</h2>&nbsp;Kuchar is also a member of the Society of Layerist in Multi-Media, and pieces created by her and other society members for the "About Trees" project are also on display at the art center in the gallery hallway.Thirty-three small canvases from Kansas and regional members are on display. As the title indicates, all of the artists have depicted trees on small canvases in different ways. The purpose of the society is to serve as a network for artists who express a holistic perspective, in which everything relates to everything else, across time and space. Layered art can be done in any medium, but it shares a unifying intention, according to the society.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1666301743774.jpeg" alt="Lamps and wall vases are a part of Konnor Splichal's BFA exhibit "Beyond Dusk." Photo by Cristina Janney/Hays Post " />
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 </figure><h2>'Beyond Dusk'</h2>Konnor Splichal, senior in ceramics at FHSU, is exhibiting "Beyond Dusk," his BFA exhibition in the art center's rear gallery.In addition to ceramic vessels, Splichal has created several electrified pieces from small table lamps, to hanging fixtures, to 3-foot tall luminaries.Splichal, who is a Thomas More Prep-Marian graduate, said in his artists statement "By exploring the connection between ceramics and interior design, I see how they affect our everyday lives. Bringing both natural and man-made elements into my work, I form relationships between nature and fine art."The subtle contrast of color and light reflect the Kansas landscape, he said.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1666301873961.jpeg" alt="A lamp and vessels in Konnor Splichal's exhibit "Beyond Dusk." Photo by Brenda Meder/Hays Arts Council. " />
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 </figure>"I strive to remind my audience of the world around them, as well as the natural beauty that God has created in his eyes," Splichal said.Splichal will graduate in December.<h2>5 State Photography contest</h2><a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/622ae520-cc6e-4ae6-8c74-8f551869cc69">The Hays Arts Center will accept entries for the 5 State Photography exhibit until Nov. 8. </a>The fine art competition will accept 8-by-10 photographs from artists from Kansas, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Colorado created during the last three years.Follow the link below for this year's competition details, entry forms, 
and the complete gallery of last year’s exhibited photographs - <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fhaysartscouncil.org%2Ffive-state%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1gGkjiEgaug4f1FZ_2yM0VZuyk_QkXkbrur1b3b-YRScceEBxd5OeHaHY&amp;h=AT1ZSJHM2IT8MIExXJlJxUYHHJQMgXVcdmjzfepPg96vt_wPH8jKTiaZNutGOzaxo4BXpe9L55HHnm-msvuEwy0SZSyV2Y50GUdQbBsbmihc2X_Pl6Lf5HRk8rCsLKCa0aAI&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT0aUk8qdsXfVhflsvXrCybSGzmH-vn03OI12IitM_xMW_cDV3DDOcNA1l1GSUV-1wmkxHla5Zfi6ps2MPccTW2WZ3jtzoGIFbAgoOLAtPehFhwgs24YX7qeM_09xBSXYzZ_AAYZrrWkYuSUrFbmh1VJwNOmHuuECcNxOPKlvM_in09hBdCAabz-6FvbjuWJqn7MG8Bjz1GvZw" target="_blank">https://haysartscouncil.org/five-state</a>The exhibition will anchor the Hays Arts Council Winter Art Walk on Dec. 3.

🎙 Hays Arts Center features 3 exhibits, including ceramics, multi-media art

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On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times host Gary Shorman speaks with American Cancer Society chief patient officer Arif Kamal.

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🎤 Forward Ever: American Cancer Society chief patient officer Arif Kamal

By MIKE COURSON Great Bend Post

He counts numbers by day and wood chips by night. For nearly 25 years, Great Bend accountant Barry Bowers has been chipping away at wood blocks as part of a wood carving hobby. Last week, Bowers learned he had won two first-place prizes, and a second place, in the Canada-based Richmond Carvers Society contest that featured 116 carvers from 12 countries. The 2022 contest was a virtual one, and carvers were allowed to submit two photos of a piece in a given category.

"Their competition was a little unique because it was single human," Bowers explained. "A lot of times it's caricature human and realistic human. In this particular show, everything was kind of pushed together, so that made it a little more challenging."

Bowers fell into the hobby by accident when a friend goaded him into signing up for an instructional class at the Great Bend Recreation Commission more than two decades ago.

"Jack June is a good friend of mine, and he was the instructor," said Bowers. "He kept badgering me, telling me I needed to try it because it's so relaxing. I didn't really believe him, but it turned out to be true."

Bowers' award-winning pieces from the Richmond Carvers Society contest.

Bowers kept chipping away at the hobby, improving his work with a class or two each year. He began entering competitions about six years ago and found a new side to the hobby.

"It's gotten to be more fun," he said. "It can be more competitive, and I feel like the results are a little better. There's still a long way to go. There are people way better than me, for sure, but I feel like I'm in the middle of the pack at least."

There is endless variety in woodcarving, from the type of wood used to the subject of the art. Bowers prefers caricature art, and enjoys the wide variety of looks Santa offers.

"Some people describe it as exaggerated or cartoonish, but it's just not realistic," he said. "I do a fair amount of Santas. Santa is kind of fun to do because he can be about anything, really. I enjoy caricature. For me, I enjoy the humor, and you can usually tell a story with a carving, whether it's a group or how the expressions are."

Some artists number their carvings though Bowers never has. Still, he estimates he produces between 15-20 carvings annually. His chosen medium is northern basswood, usually purchased from Wisconsin. Even with aggressive carving, each piece takes approximately 15-20 hours from start to finish. Naturally, there has been some blood spilled along the way.

"I hadn't been carving very long, and I put a gouge in the side of my finger," Bowers recalled. "There's a really good hand surgeon in Hays, I found out at the time. I've had stitches more than once. I wear a glove on the hand I'm holding the carving with, which helps quite a bit. Doctors are always very impressed with how clean the cuts are. The tools are very sharp."

Bowers is part of the Golden Belt Wood Carvers that meet every Thursday from 7-9 p.m. at the Great Bend Senior Center. Anyone is welcome to stop by to try their hand at the craft, or just to watch some of the more experienced carvers. The group even has a starter set for first-timers who might be interested in seeing the variety of work possible.

"There are all different kinds of carving," said Bowers. "That's why I enjoy carving, partially. There are realistic carvers, bird carvers, some people carve animals. There are just a million things they can do, so a person can find the wood and style they enjoy. Everybody helps everybody. There's a good social aspect to it."

The group tries to host a beginner's class at least once a year, and it plans to host a class with the Great Bend Public Library in January. Some of Bower's work - mostly Santas - can be purchased at Heart of Kansas Mercantile on Main Street in Great Bend.

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 </figure>By MIKE COURSON Great Bend PostHe counts numbers by day and wood chips by night. For nearly 25 years, Great Bend accountant Barry Bowers has been chipping away at wood blocks as part of a wood carving hobby. Last week, Bowers learned he had won two first-place prizes, and a second place, in the Canada-based Richmond Carvers Society contest that featured 116 carvers from 12 countries. The 2022 contest was a virtual one, and carvers were allowed to submit two photos of a piece in a given category."Their competition was a little unique because it was single human," Bowers explained. "A lot of times it's caricature human and realistic human. In this particular show, everything was kind of pushed together, so that made it a little more challenging."Bowers fell into the hobby by accident when a friend goaded him into signing up for an instructional class at the Great Bend Recreation Commission more than two decades ago."Jack June is a good friend of mine, and he was the instructor," said Bowers. "He kept badgering me, telling me I needed to try it because it's so relaxing. I didn't really believe him, but it turned out to be true."<figure>
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 </figure>Bowers' award-winning pieces from the Richmond Carvers Society contest.Bowers kept chipping away at the hobby, improving his work with a class or two each year. He began entering competitions about six years ago and found a new side to the hobby."It's gotten to be more fun," he said. "It can be more competitive, and I feel like the results are a little better. There's still a long way to go. There are people way better than me, for sure, but I feel like I'm in the middle of the pack at least."There is endless variety in woodcarving, from the type of wood used to the subject of the art. Bowers prefers caricature art, and enjoys the wide variety of looks Santa offers."Some people describe it as exaggerated or cartoonish, but it's just not realistic," he said. "I do a fair amount of Santas. Santa is kind of fun to do because he can be about anything, really. I enjoy caricature. For me, I enjoy the humor, and you can usually tell a story with a carving, whether it's a group or how the expressions are."Some artists number their carvings though Bowers never has. Still, he estimates he produces between 15-20 carvings annually. His chosen medium is northern basswood, usually purchased from Wisconsin. Even with aggressive carving, each piece takes approximately 15-20 hours from start to finish. Naturally, there has been some blood spilled along the way."I hadn't been carving very long, and I put a gouge in the side of my finger," Bowers recalled. "There's a really good hand surgeon in Hays, I found out at the time. I've had stitches more than once. I wear a glove on the hand I'm holding the carving with, which helps quite a bit. Doctors are always very impressed with how clean the cuts are. The tools are very sharp."Bowers is part of the Golden Belt Wood Carvers that meet every Thursday from 7-9 p.m. at the Great Bend Senior Center. Anyone is welcome to stop by to try their hand at the craft, or just to watch some of the more experienced carvers. The group even has a starter set for first-timers who might be interested in seeing the variety of work possible.<figure>
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 </figure>"There are all different kinds of carving," said Bowers. "That's why I enjoy carving, partially. There are realistic carvers, bird carvers, some people carve animals. There are just a million things they can do, so a person can find the wood and style they enjoy. Everybody helps everybody. There's a good social aspect to it."The group tries to host a beginner's class at least once a year, and it plans to host a class with the Great Bend Public Library in January. Some of Bower's work - mostly Santas - can be purchased at Heart of Kansas Mercantile on Main Street in Great Bend.

Carving out tension: Great Bend's Bowers wins wood carving award

McDonald's officially confirms the return of its Halloween Happy Meal and shares unique ways fans can reuse their collectible pail this fall and beyond.

We heard you loud and clear...if spooky SZN doesn’t include McDonald’s Halloween Pails, then you don't want it. That's why we’re bringing back the most iconic Halloween trio – McBoo, McPunk’n and McGoblin – that first came on the scene back in 1986. The nostalgic&nbsp;Happy Meal&nbsp;is returning to participating McDonald’s restaurants nationwide until Oct. 31, while supplies last.&nbsp;

They may have vanished for a while...but that didn’t stop you from finding clever ways to keep their spooky spirit alive – from potting plants in them to using them as OOTD accessories.

So, in honor of the return of one of your fave Happy Meals, we’re serving up five fan-inspired ways to reuse your Halloween Pail after you’ve enjoyed the delicious eats inside.&nbsp;

Don’t feel ghosted by the limited-time appearance of our Halloween Pails. Head to your local McDonald’s starting to snag your own. We can’t wait to see the creative ways you reuse yours!&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>BUSINESS NEWSMcDonald's officially confirms the return of its Halloween Happy Meal and shares unique ways fans can reuse their collectible pail this fall and beyond.Press release from McDonald's...We heard you loud and clear...if spooky SZN doesn’t include McDonald’s Halloween Pails, then you don't want it. That's why we’re bringing back the most iconic Halloween trio – McBoo, McPunk’n and McGoblin – that first came on the scene back in 1986. The nostalgic&nbsp;Happy Meal&nbsp;is returning to participating McDonald’s restaurants nationwide until Oct. 31, while supplies last.&nbsp;They may have vanished for a while...but that didn’t stop you from finding clever ways to keep their spooky spirit alive – from potting plants in them to using them as OOTD accessories.So, in honor of the return of one of your fave Happy Meals, we’re serving up five fan-inspired ways to reuse your Halloween Pail after you’ve enjoyed the delicious eats inside.&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure>Don’t feel ghosted by the limited-time appearance of our Halloween Pails. Head to your local McDonald’s starting to snag your own. We can’t wait to see the creative ways you reuse yours!&nbsp;&nbsp;

They’re back...McDonald’s Halloween pails return with Happy Meals

Halloween will be here before you know it and with it comes a variety of activities for ghosts and goblins of all ages.

As information about events comes in, Salina Post will publish it here, so check back often. This story will reside in the Announcements section through the end of the month.

If you have a Halloween event that is open to the public, please send information about it to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:admin@salinapost.com">admin@salinapost.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Smoky Hill Hollow Haunted House and Fire Safety House:&nbsp;Saline County Rural Fire District No. 3 will have its haunted house and fire safety house from 7:30-10 p.m. Oct. 21-22 and Oct. 28-29, at the 2911 N. Hedville Road fire station. A $5 per person donation is requested for the haunted house.

Photo courtesy S<a href="https://www.facebook.com/Smoky-Hills-Audubon-Society-184088464640">moky Hills Audubon Society Facebook page</a>

Outdoor Halloween Event at the Audubon Sanctuary:&nbsp;The Smoky Hills Audubon Society has scheduled its second annual old fashioned outdoor Halloween party from 4:30-9:30 p.m. Oct. 22, at the Audubon Sanctuary, 2500 W. Stimmel Road.

Go all dressed up in your favorite costumes for outdoor Halloween games and pumpkin carving. Hayrack rides through the sanctuary and hiking trails for the adventurous will be available. As dusk falls over the sanctuary, a spooky woodland scary trail will await the adventurous. Costume judging will be at 6 p.m. with trophies awarded to more than 15 winners.

Image courtesy Salina Parks and Recreation

Halloween Haunted House:&nbsp;The Lakewood Discovery Center in Salina invites you to its haunted house of nature horrors. Enter if you dare, explore our natural world of creepy crawly critters, carve a pumpkin, and if you have enough gumption you can try to survive our cave of doom and Halloween demise. We will have witch's brew and rotten snacks to try if you DARE!

Register online at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.salinaparks.com/">www.salinaparks.com</a>&nbsp;under the Online Catalog! The cost is $10 per person for ages 5 and up.

Trick or Treat in Downtown Salina:&nbsp;Downtown Salina will be having a trick or treat event from 4-6 p.m. Oct. 28 (or until candy runs out).

Spooky Nights Haunted Trail in Lorraine:&nbsp;The trail is located next to the city park at 234 Main Street, and will be open 6-11 p.m. Oct. 28-29.&nbsp;The trail is free of charge, but a free will donation will be available to support local fire fighters. Participants are more than welcome to wear&nbsp; Halloween costume. Candy will be given out to kids.&nbsp;For questions feel free to call Justin at (620) 282- 8147.&nbsp;

Cops &amp; Costumes:&nbsp;The Salina Police Department and Saline County Sheriff's Office will participate in the annual Cops &amp; Costumes from 1-3 p.m. Oct. 29 in the parking lot outside their offices at 255 N. 10th Street in Salina. Organized by the Salina Police Department, the event will include treats and fun for children.

Salina Parks &amp; Rec Halloween Party:&nbsp;1-4 p.m. Oct. 29 at the Salina Fieldhouse, 140 N. Fifth Street. They are scheduled to have trick or treating, a costume contest, carnival games, and bounce houses.

Tractor-Treat:&nbsp;The Kansas Tractor Club and Atwood's Home and Ranch will have a Tractor-Treat from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 29 in the parking lot of Atwood's, 400 S. Broadway Boulevard in Salina. Treats and trailer rides are scheduled.

Image courtesy Trinity United Methodist Church

TRUNK-OR-TREAT @ TRINITY:&nbsp;Trinity United Methodist Church, 901 E. Neal Street in Salina, will have a trunk-or-treat from 2-4 p.m. Oct. 30.

Image courtesy First Southern Baptist Church

Trunk or Treat:&nbsp;First Southern Baptist Church, 2401 S. Ohio Street in Salina, has scheduled its event for 3-4:30 p.m. Oct. 30. The event is to include fun, games, and candy.

TRUNK OR TREAT TIME:&nbsp;Sacred Heart Cathedral's event is scheduled for 5:30-7 p.m. Oct. 30 in the fenced in parking lot west of Sacred Heart Cathedral, 118 N. Ninth Street in Salina. It is open to the public. Goodies will include free hotdogs, chili &amp; cheese sauce, cookies, popcorn, candy, and water.

Trunks &amp; Treats:&nbsp;Revolution Church, 1111 W. South Street in Salina, plans to have a Trunks &amp; Treats event from 4-6 p.m. Oct. 30.

Image courtesy United Methodist Church of the Cross

Trunk or treat and chicken noodle dinner:&nbsp;The United Methodist Church of the Cross, 1600 Rush Street in Salina, plans to have a trunk or treat and an optional chicken noodle dinner from 5-7 p.m. Oct. 30. The suggested donation for the chicken noodle dinner is $10 for adults and $7 for children.

Trunk or Treat at Salina Tech:&nbsp;Salina Area Technical College, 2562 Centennial Road in Salina, is scheduled to have its second annual Trunk or Treat from 3-5 p.m. Oct. 31 on campus.

Children of all ages are invited to come out, get some treats and enjoy the displays created by the students, faculty, and staff. People attending will get to vote for their favorite display.

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

TRICK OR TREAT with Coldwell Banker APW:&nbsp;Check out their family friendly, spooktacular office and collect candy from the agents. The event is scheduled for 3:30-5 p.m. Oct. 31 at Coldwell Banker APW, 631 E. Crawford Street in Salina, and is open to the public at no charge. Enter to win the grand prize.&nbsp;

Annual Trick-r-Treat:&nbsp;SM Hanson Music, 335 S. Clark Street in Salina, will have its annual Halloween event from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Oct. 31. Candy and collectable Kazoos will be given to costumed youngsters.

Trick-or-Treat at the Central Mall:&nbsp;Retailers in the Central Mall, 2259 S. Ninth Street, will have a safe trick-or-treat event from 5-7 p.m. Oct. 31.

Halloween Trooper Trunk-or-Treat:&nbsp;The Kansas Highway Patrol Recruit Class No. 64 will have a trunk-or-treat event in the lower parking lot at the Kansas Highway Patrol, 2019 E. Iron Avenue in Salina, from 6-7:30 p.m. Oct. 31.

The Old Canton Jail.&nbsp;Photo courtesy&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/cantonks">Canton Police - Kansas Facebook page</a>

Old Canton Jail Halloween:&nbsp;From 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31, the Canton Police Department plans to open the Old Canton Jail to the public, according to the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/cantonks">Canton Police - Kansas Facebook page</a>.&nbsp;The Jail is next door to the Stars and Stripes Museum at 104 W. Allen Street in Canton. There will be candy in a cell for the kids. Have a safe and happy Halloween.

Image courtesy the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/CityofChapman">City of Chapman Facebook page</a>

City of Chapman Trunk or Treat:&nbsp;The City of Chapman will have a Trunk or Treat beginning at 6 p.m. Oct. 31 in the 400-500 block of N. Marshall in downtown Chapman.

By SALINA POSTHalloween will be here before you know it and with it comes a variety of activities for ghosts and goblins of all ages.As information about events comes in, Salina Post will publish it here, so check back often. This story will reside in the Announcements section through the end of the month.If you have a Halloween event that is open to the public, please send information about it to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:admin@salinapost.com">admin@salinapost.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Oct. 21-22 and Oct. 28-29</h2><figure>
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 </figure>Image courtesy Rural Fire District No. 3Smoky Hill Hollow Haunted House and Fire Safety House:&nbsp;Saline County Rural Fire District No. 3 will have its haunted house and fire safety house from 7:30-10 p.m. Oct. 21-22 and Oct. 28-29, at the 2911 N. Hedville Road fire station. A $5 per person donation is requested for the haunted house.<h2>Oct. 22</h2><figure>
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 </figure>Image courtesy Salina Parks and RecreationHalloween Haunted House:&nbsp;The Lakewood Discovery Center in Salina invites you to its haunted house of nature horrors. Enter if you dare, explore our natural world of creepy crawly critters, carve a pumpkin, and if you have enough gumption you can try to survive our cave of doom and Halloween demise. We will have witch's brew and rotten snacks to try if you DARE!Register online at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.salinaparks.com/">www.salinaparks.com</a>&nbsp;under the Online Catalog! The cost is $10 per person for ages 5 and up.<h2>Oct. 28</h2><figure>
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 </figure>Image courtesy Salina DowntownTrick or Treat in Downtown Salina:&nbsp;Downtown Salina will be having a trick or treat event from 4-6 p.m. Oct. 28 (or until candy runs out).<h2>Oct. 28-29</h2>Spooky Nights Haunted Trail in Lorraine:&nbsp;The trail is located next to the city park at 234 Main Street, and will be open 6-11 p.m. Oct. 28-29.&nbsp;The trail is free of charge, but a free will donation will be available to support local fire fighters. Participants are more than welcome to wear&nbsp; Halloween costume. Candy will be given out to kids.&nbsp;For questions feel free to call Justin at (620) 282- 8147.&nbsp;<h2>Oct. 29</h2><figure>
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 </figure>Image courtesy Salina Police DepartmentCops &amp; Costumes:&nbsp;The Salina Police Department and Saline County Sheriff's Office will participate in the annual Cops &amp; Costumes from 1-3 p.m. Oct. 29 in the parking lot outside their offices at 255 N. 10th Street in Salina. Organized by the Salina Police Department, the event will include treats and fun for children.<figure>
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 </figure>Image courtesy Salina Parks and RecreationSalina Parks &amp; Rec Halloween Party:&nbsp;1-4 p.m. Oct. 29 at the Salina Fieldhouse, 140 N. Fifth Street. They are scheduled to have trick or treating, a costume contest, carnival games, and bounce houses.. . .Tractor-Treat:&nbsp;The Kansas Tractor Club and Atwood's Home and Ranch will have a Tractor-Treat from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 29 in the parking lot of Atwood's, 400 S. Broadway Boulevard in Salina. Treats and trailer rides are scheduled.<h2>Oct. 30</h2><figure>
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 </figure>Image courtesy Sacred Heart CathedralTRUNK OR TREAT TIME:&nbsp;Sacred Heart Cathedral's event is scheduled for 5:30-7 p.m. Oct. 30 in the fenced in parking lot west of Sacred Heart Cathedral, 118 N. Ninth Street in Salina. It is open to the public. Goodies will include free hotdogs, chili &amp; cheese sauce, cookies, popcorn, candy, and water.. . .<figure>
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 </figure>Image courtesy United Methodist Church of the CrossTrunk or treat and chicken noodle dinner:&nbsp;The United Methodist Church of the Cross, 1600 Rush Street in Salina, plans to have a trunk or treat and an optional chicken noodle dinner from 5-7 p.m. Oct. 30. The suggested donation for the chicken noodle dinner is $10 for adults and $7 for children.<h2>Oct. 31</h2><figure>
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 </figure>Image courtesy Salina TechTrunk or Treat at Salina Tech:&nbsp;Salina Area Technical College, 2562 Centennial Road in Salina, is scheduled to have its second annual Trunk or Treat from 3-5 p.m. Oct. 31 on campus.Children of all ages are invited to come out, get some treats and enjoy the displays created by the students, faculty, and staff. People attending will get to vote for their favorite display.Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.. . .<figure>
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 </figure>Image courtesy Coldwell Banker APWTRICK OR TREAT with Coldwell Banker APW:&nbsp;Check out their family friendly, spooktacular office and collect candy from the agents. The event is scheduled for 3:30-5 p.m. Oct. 31 at Coldwell Banker APW, 631 E. Crawford Street in Salina, and is open to the public at no charge. Enter to win the grand prize.&nbsp;. . .<figure>
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 </figure>Image courtesy SM Hanson MusicAnnual Trick-r-Treat:&nbsp;SM Hanson Music, 335 S. Clark Street in Salina, will have its annual Halloween event from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Oct. 31. Candy and collectable Kazoos will be given to costumed youngsters.<figure>
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 </figure>Image courtesy KHP Recruit Class No. 64Halloween Trooper Trunk-or-Treat:&nbsp;The Kansas Highway Patrol Recruit Class No. 64 will have a trunk-or-treat event in the lower parking lot at the Kansas Highway Patrol, 2019 E. Iron Avenue in Salina, from 6-7:30 p.m. Oct. 31.. . .<figure>
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 </figure>The Old Canton Jail.&nbsp;Photo courtesy&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/cantonks">Canton Police - Kansas Facebook page</a>Old Canton Jail Halloween:&nbsp;From 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31, the Canton Police Department plans to open the Old Canton Jail to the public, according to the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/cantonks">Canton Police - Kansas Facebook page</a>.&nbsp;The Jail is next door to the Stars and Stripes Museum at 104 W. Allen Street in Canton. There will be candy in a cell for the kids. Have a safe and happy Halloween.. . .<figure>
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Salina area Halloween happenings

<a href="https://newsroom.ap.org/home/search/?query=byline:%22ELISE%20RYAN%22&amp;mediaType=text&amp;st=keyword&amp;sortOrder=newest">By ELISE RYAN Associated Press</a>

Taylor Swift “Midnights,” (Republic Records)

“All of me changed like midnight,”&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/taylor-swift">Taylor Swift</a>&nbsp;confesses halfway through her latest album, the aptly named and moody “Midnights.” It’s a moment on the electric “Midnight Rain” that finds lyricist Swift at her best, reminding you of her unparalleled ability to make any emotion feel universal.

The song’s chorus begins: “He was sunshine, I was midnight rain.” And continues: “He wanted it comfortable, I wanted that pain. He wanted a bride, I was making my own name. Chasing that fame. He stayed the same.” Then, that lyric: “All of me changed like midnight.” The sound feels experimental for Swift, opening with her own vocals artificially pitched down to an almost-unrecognizable tone. It’s among the album’s most sonically interesting, an indie-pop beat that feels reminiscent of her producer Jack Antonoff’s work on Lorde’s “Melodrama,” but also fresh and captivating.

The song’s words, by Swift and Antonoff, are steady and detailed, but not distracting — allowing you to sink into the rhythm, flowing and feeling it with her.

On&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/what-to-stream-October-2022-midnights-music-movies-TV-f70b362a01e904e5b23adeb62c822dd0">the 13 tracks of “Midnights,”</a>&nbsp;a self-aware Swift shows off her ability to evolve again. For her 10th original album, the 32-year-old pop star approaches the themes she’s grown up writing about — love, loss, childhood, fame — with a maturity that comes through in sharpened vocals and lyrics focused more on her inner-life than external persona.

“Midnight Rain” could be a thesis statement for the project she’s described as songs written during "13 sleepless nights,” an appropriate approach to the concept album for someone who has long had a lyrical appreciation for late nights (think “Style”: “midnight, you come and pick me up, no headlights…”). Of course, she’s centered her work around themes before — on “Red,” an ode to the color and the emotions it stands for, “reputation,” a vindictive reconfiguring of her own, and most recently on “folklore” and “evermore,” quarantine albums that expressed vulnerability in ways only isolation could.

But Swift presents “Midnights” as something different: a collection of songs that don’t necessarily have to go together, but fit together because she has declared them products of late night inspiration. Positioning listeners situationally — in the quiet but thoughtful darkness of night — instead of thematically, feels like a natural creative experiment for a songwriter so prolific that her albums have become synonymous with the pop culture zeitgeist.

And with that, comes a tone that is just a little darker, a little more experimental, and always electric.

Track one, “Lavender Haze,” pairs a muffled club beat and high-pitched backing vocals from Antonoff with stand-out, beckoning melody from Swift. “Maroon” is a grown-up and weathered version of “Red,” a dive into lost love with rich descriptions of rust, spilled wine, red lipstick — images Swift is reconjuring with more bite.

“Labyrinth” makes clear she’s carried the best of her previous pop experiments with her — the synth of “1989” and the softer alternative sounds of “folklore” — as she admits as only a songwriter can that a heartbreak “only feels this raw right now, lost in the labyrinth of my mind," on top of a track featuring Bon Iver-esque electronic trills.

Swift shines when she is able to marry her signature lyrical musings with this new arena of electronic beats. And while this isn't another album of acoustic indie sounds like “folklore,” it is clear that Swift has taken a step forward in the indie-pop genre — even if it's a step in a different direction.

The album’s weaker moments are the ones where that balance feels off. “Bejeweled” is a bit too candy sweet, with lyrics that feel like an updated, glittery take on “Me!” The much anticipated “Snow On The Beach,” featuring Lana Del Rey, is poetic, pretty, and at times cheeky, but not as emotionally deep as the lyricists' combined power suggests it could be.

Even in those moments, “Midnights” finds Swift comfortable in her musical skin, revealing the strengths of a sharp and ever-evolving artist who can wink through always-cryptic allusions to her very public life or subtle self-owns dispersed amidst lyrical confessions (see: “Anti-Hero” and “Mastermind") and hook even the casual listener with an alluring, and maybe surprising, beat.

But like the love-soaked “Lover,” and&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/reviews-taylor-swift-music-reviews-music-entertainment-2b4552661fb00dd00b15bd449d408385">intimate “folklore”</a>&nbsp;and “evermore,” “Midnights” feels like both a confessional and a playground, crafted by all the versions of Taylor Swift we’ve gotten to know so far for a new Taylor Swift to shine. And like always, we’re just along for the thrilling late-night ride.

<a href="https://newsroom.ap.org/home/search/?query=byline:%22ELISE%20RYAN%22&amp;mediaType=text&amp;st=keyword&amp;sortOrder=newest">By ELISE RYAN Associated Press</a>Taylor Swift “Midnights,” (Republic Records)“All of me changed like midnight,”&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/taylor-swift">Taylor Swift</a>&nbsp;confesses halfway through her latest album, the aptly named and moody “Midnights.” It’s a moment on the electric “Midnight Rain” that finds lyricist Swift at her best, reminding you of her unparalleled ability to make any emotion feel universal.The song’s chorus begins: “He was sunshine, I was midnight rain.” And continues: “He wanted it comfortable, I wanted that pain. He wanted a bride, I was making my own name. Chasing that fame. He stayed the same.” Then, that lyric: “All of me changed like midnight.” The sound feels experimental for Swift, opening with her own vocals artificially pitched down to an almost-unrecognizable tone. It’s among the album’s most sonically interesting, an indie-pop beat that feels reminiscent of her producer Jack Antonoff’s work on Lorde’s “Melodrama,” but also fresh and captivating.The song’s words, by Swift and Antonoff, are steady and detailed, but not distracting — allowing you to sink into the rhythm, flowing and feeling it with her.On&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/what-to-stream-October-2022-midnights-music-movies-TV-f70b362a01e904e5b23adeb62c822dd0">the 13 tracks of “Midnights,”</a>&nbsp;a self-aware Swift shows off her ability to evolve again. For her 10th original album, the 32-year-old pop star approaches the themes she’s grown up writing about — love, loss, childhood, fame — with a maturity that comes through in sharpened vocals and lyrics focused more on her inner-life than external persona.“Midnight Rain” could be a thesis statement for the project she’s described as songs written during "13 sleepless nights,” an appropriate approach to the concept album for someone who has long had a lyrical appreciation for late nights (think “Style”: “midnight, you come and pick me up, no headlights…”). Of course, she’s centered her work around themes before — on “Red,” an ode to the color and the emotions it stands for, “reputation,” a vindictive reconfiguring of her own, and most recently on “folklore” and “evermore,” quarantine albums that expressed vulnerability in ways only isolation could.But Swift presents “Midnights” as something different: a collection of songs that don’t necessarily have to go together, but fit together because she has declared them products of late night inspiration. Positioning listeners situationally — in the quiet but thoughtful darkness of night — instead of thematically, feels like a natural creative experiment for a songwriter so prolific that her albums have become synonymous with the pop culture zeitgeist.And with that, comes a tone that is just a little darker, a little more experimental, and always electric.Track one, “Lavender Haze,” pairs a muffled club beat and high-pitched backing vocals from Antonoff with stand-out, beckoning melody from Swift. “Maroon” is a grown-up and weathered version of “Red,” a dive into lost love with rich descriptions of rust, spilled wine, red lipstick — images Swift is reconjuring with more bite.“Labyrinth” makes clear she’s carried the best of her previous pop experiments with her — the synth of “1989” and the softer alternative sounds of “folklore” — as she admits as only a songwriter can that a heartbreak “only feels this raw right now, lost in the labyrinth of my mind," on top of a track featuring Bon Iver-esque electronic trills.Swift shines when she is able to marry her signature lyrical musings with this new arena of electronic beats. And while this isn't another album of acoustic indie sounds like “folklore,” it is clear that Swift has taken a step forward in the indie-pop genre — even if it's a step in a different direction.The album’s weaker moments are the ones where that balance feels off. “Bejeweled” is a bit too candy sweet, with lyrics that feel like an updated, glittery take on “Me!” The much anticipated “Snow On The Beach,” featuring Lana Del Rey, is poetic, pretty, and at times cheeky, but not as emotionally deep as the lyricists' combined power suggests it could be.Even in those moments, “Midnights” finds Swift comfortable in her musical skin, revealing the strengths of a sharp and ever-evolving artist who can wink through always-cryptic allusions to her very public life or subtle self-owns dispersed amidst lyrical confessions (see: “Anti-Hero” and “Mastermind") and hook even the casual listener with an alluring, and maybe surprising, beat.But like the love-soaked “Lover,” and&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/reviews-taylor-swift-music-reviews-music-entertainment-2b4552661fb00dd00b15bd449d408385">intimate “folklore”</a>&nbsp;and “evermore,” “Midnights” feels like both a confessional and a playground, crafted by all the versions of Taylor Swift we’ve gotten to know so far for a new Taylor Swift to shine. And like always, we’re just along for the thrilling late-night ride.

Review: Taylor Swift gets dark, electric on 'Midnights'

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The American Patriot is bringing his acoustic tour to Salina in February.

Aaron Lewis Acoustic is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Feb. 9, in the historic Stiefel Theatre, 151 S. Santa Fe Avenue.

Tickets start at $59 and go on sale at noon Friday. Buy tickets online at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stiefeltheatre.org/">stiefeltheatre.org</a>, by telephone at 785-827-1998, or in person at the Stiefel Theatre box office. The Stiefel Theatre box office is open for phone or walk-up sales from noon-5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

About the artist courtesy&nbsp;<a href="http://aaronlewismusic.com/">aaronlewismusic.com</a>

Aaron Lewis grew up in Springfield, Vt., listening to his grandparents’ country 8-tracks. Those roots inspired the multi-platinum Staind founder to return to his origins for the #1Billboard Country Album debut Town Line and Sinner, as well as Billboard’s #1 Hot Country Song debut&nbsp;Am I The Only One, only the 9th time since 1958.

Having recorded with George Jones, Willie Nelson, Charlie Daniels, Alison Krauss and Vince Gill, Lewis has put a traditionalist brand on his outlier country. His latest album,&nbsp;Frayed At Both Ends, offers the hard touring/15-million selling workingman’s country star at his most personal and unplugged–making for an intimate record that reflects his 2023 acoustic tour.

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 </figure>By SALINA POSTThe American Patriot is bringing his acoustic tour to Salina in February.Aaron Lewis Acoustic is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Feb. 9, in the historic Stiefel Theatre, 151 S. Santa Fe Avenue.Tickets start at $59 and go on sale at noon Friday. Buy tickets online at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stiefeltheatre.org/">stiefeltheatre.org</a>, by telephone at 785-827-1998, or in person at the Stiefel Theatre box office. The Stiefel Theatre box office is open for phone or walk-up sales from noon-5 p.m. Monday through Friday.About the artist courtesy&nbsp;<a href="http://aaronlewismusic.com/">aaronlewismusic.com</a>Aaron Lewis grew up in Springfield, Vt., listening to his grandparents’ country 8-tracks. Those roots inspired the multi-platinum Staind founder to return to his origins for the #1Billboard Country Album debut Town Line and Sinner, as well as Billboard’s #1 Hot Country Song debut&nbsp;Am I The Only One, only the 9th time since 1958.Having recorded with George Jones, Willie Nelson, Charlie Daniels, Alison Krauss and Vince Gill, Lewis has put a traditionalist brand on his outlier country. His latest album,&nbsp;Frayed At Both Ends, offers the hard touring/15-million selling workingman’s country star at his most personal and unplugged–making for an intimate record that reflects his 2023 acoustic tour.

Aaron Lewis coming to Salina's Stiefel Theatre in February

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By KIM TONG-HYUNG Associated Press

SEOUL,
 South Korea — The members of K-pop band BTS will serve their 
mandatory military duties under South Korean law, their management 
company said Monday, effectively ending a debate on whether they should 
be granted exemptions because of their artistic accomplishments.

Big
 Hit Music said the band’s oldest member, Jin, will revoke his request 
to delay his conscription at the end of the month and undertake the 
required steps. The six other BTS members also plan to serve in the 
military and are “looking forward to reconvening as a group again around
 2025 following their service commitment,” the company said in a <a href="https://twitter.com/BIGHIT_MUSIC/status/1581905317545533440">statement.</a>

No
 further information on the timing of their service was given. The band 
members performed together in Busan over the weekend in support of the 
city’s EXPO bid, which will be their last concert as a group until they 
finish serving in the military, according to their label.

Hybe 
Corp., the parent company of Big Hit, said in an email to The Associated
 Press that each member of the band for the time being will focus on 
individual activities scheduled around their military service plans.

In
 a letter to shareholders, Hybe CEO Park Jiwon downplayed financial 
concerns related to the BTS hiatus, saying it has a broad enough lineup 
of artists, including other popular K-pop groups such as Le Sserafim and
 NewJeans and Western performers Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande.

“We
 have always been aware of the eventuality of mandatory military 
service, and we have long been making preparations to be ready for this 
moment,” Park wrote. “In the short term, individual activities for 
several of the members are planned into the first half of 2023, and we 
have secured content in advance, which will enable BTS to continue their
 engagement with fans for the foreseeable future.”

The 
announcement came after Lee Ki Sik, commissioner of the Military 
Manpower Administration, told lawmakers this month that it would be <a href="https://apnews.com/article/entertainment-music-south-korea-conscription-d2e9c19876752c3d3fb47807f1c8ec5b">“desirable” for BTS members to fulfil their military duties</a> to ensure fairness in the country’s military service.

After
 enlisting, Jin and other BTS members will receive five weeks of combat 
training before being assigned to specific units and duties, according 
to officials at the Military Manpower Administration, who stressed that 
the singers would go under the same process as other South Korean men.

While
 South Korea’s military for years had assigned enlisted entertainers to 
duties related to producing radio and TV material promoting the 
military, the “entertainment soldier” system was retired in 2013 
following complaints over fairness.

Defense Minister Lee Jong-sup 
said in August that if BTS members join the military, they would likely 
be allowed to continue practicing and to join with the group for tours 
overseas.

Whether the BTS members must serve in the army had been a
 hotly debated issue in South Korea as Jin faced possible enlistment 
early next year. Jin turns 30 in December, the age at which men can no 
longer delay enlistment. Other members are currently between 25 and 29 
years old, with Suga turning 30 in March.

Under South Korean law, 
most able-bodied men are required to perform 18-21 months of military 
service, but special exemptions had been granted for athletes and 
artists who excel in certain international competitions that have been 
tied to national prestige.

The band — its other members being 
J-Hope, RM, Jungkook, V and Jimin — launched in 2013 and has a legion of
 global supporters who call themselves the “Army.”

After building a
 huge following in Asia, BTS expanded its popularity in the West with 
its 2020 megahit “Dynamite,” the band’s first all-English song that made
 it the first K-pop act to top Billboard’s Hot 100. The band has 
performed in sold-out arenas around the world and was even invited to 
speak at United Nations meetings.

Since South Korea’s draft 
interrupts young males in their professional careers or studies, the 
dodging of military duties or creation of exemptions is a highly 
sensitive issue. Opinion surveys in recent weeks showed that the public 
was split over whether the BTS members should serve in the military.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1666033659218.jpeg" alt="RM, center, accompanied by other K-pop supergroup BTS members from left, V, Jungkook, Jimin, Jin, J-Hope, and Suga speaks during the daily briefing at the White House in Washington, Tuesday, May 31, 2022. The members of K-pop band BTS will serve their mandatory military duties under South Korean law, their management company said Monday, Oct. 17, 2022, effectively ending a debate on exempting them because of their artistic accomplishments. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci, File)" />
 <figcaption>RM, center, accompanied by other K-pop supergroup BTS members from left, V, Jungkook, Jimin, Jin, J-Hope, and Suga speaks during the daily briefing at the White House in Washington, Tuesday, May 31, 2022. The members of K-pop band BTS will serve their mandatory military duties under South Korean law, their management company said Monday, Oct. 17, 2022, effectively ending a debate on exempting them because of their artistic accomplishments. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci, File)</figcaption>
 </figure>By KIM TONG-HYUNG Associated PressSEOUL,
 South Korea — The members of K-pop band BTS will serve their 
mandatory military duties under South Korean law, their management 
company said Monday, effectively ending a debate on whether they should 
be granted exemptions because of their artistic accomplishments.Big
 Hit Music said the band’s oldest member, Jin, will revoke his request 
to delay his conscription at the end of the month and undertake the 
required steps. The six other BTS members also plan to serve in the 
military and are “looking forward to reconvening as a group again around
 2025 following their service commitment,” the company said in a <a href="https://twitter.com/BIGHIT_MUSIC/status/1581905317545533440">statement.</a>No
 further information on the timing of their service was given. The band 
members performed together in Busan over the weekend in support of the 
city’s EXPO bid, which will be their last concert as a group until they 
finish serving in the military, according to their label.Hybe 
Corp., the parent company of Big Hit, said in an email to The Associated
 Press that each member of the band for the time being will focus on 
individual activities scheduled around their military service plans.In
 a letter to shareholders, Hybe CEO Park Jiwon downplayed financial 
concerns related to the BTS hiatus, saying it has a broad enough lineup 
of artists, including other popular K-pop groups such as Le Sserafim and
 NewJeans and Western performers Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande.“We
 have always been aware of the eventuality of mandatory military 
service, and we have long been making preparations to be ready for this 
moment,” Park wrote. “In the short term, individual activities for 
several of the members are planned into the first half of 2023, and we 
have secured content in advance, which will enable BTS to continue their
 engagement with fans for the foreseeable future.”The 
announcement came after Lee Ki Sik, commissioner of the Military 
Manpower Administration, told lawmakers this month that it would be <a href="https://apnews.com/article/entertainment-music-south-korea-conscription-d2e9c19876752c3d3fb47807f1c8ec5b">“desirable” for BTS members to fulfil their military duties</a> to ensure fairness in the country’s military service.After
 enlisting, Jin and other BTS members will receive five weeks of combat 
training before being assigned to specific units and duties, according 
to officials at the Military Manpower Administration, who stressed that 
the singers would go under the same process as other South Korean men.While
 South Korea’s military for years had assigned enlisted entertainers to 
duties related to producing radio and TV material promoting the 
military, the “entertainment soldier” system was retired in 2013 
following complaints over fairness.Defense Minister Lee Jong-sup 
said in August that if BTS members join the military, they would likely 
be allowed to continue practicing and to join with the group for tours 
overseas.Whether the BTS members must serve in the army had been a
 hotly debated issue in South Korea as Jin faced possible enlistment 
early next year. Jin turns 30 in December, the age at which men can no 
longer delay enlistment. Other members are currently between 25 and 29 
years old, with Suga turning 30 in March.Under South Korean law, 
most able-bodied men are required to perform 18-21 months of military 
service, but special exemptions had been granted for athletes and 
artists who excel in certain international competitions that have been 
tied to national prestige.The band — its other members being 
J-Hope, RM, Jungkook, V and Jimin — launched in 2013 and has a legion of
 global supporters who call themselves the “Army.”After building a
 huge following in Asia, BTS expanded its popularity in the West with 
its 2020 megahit “Dynamite,” the band’s first all-English song that made
 it the first K-pop act to top Billboard’s Hot 100. The band has 
performed in sold-out arenas around the world and was even invited to 
speak at United Nations meetings.Since South Korea’s draft 
interrupts young males in their professional careers or studies, the 
dodging of military duties or creation of exemptions is a highly 
sensitive issue. Opinion surveys in recent weeks showed that the public 
was split over whether the BTS members should serve in the military.

K-pop superstars: BTS members will serve in South Korea's military

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