The Sunflower Electric Power Corp. board of directors appointed Corey Linville as senior vice president and chief operations officer of generation and power supply and Al Tamimi as senior vice president and chief operations officer of transmission, effective immediately. 

Linville and Tamimi succeed Kyle Nelson, who will retire at the end of 2024 after 35 years at Sunflower.

Nelson joined Sunflower in 1989 and was promoted to senior vice president and chief operating officer in 2008. He served on the executive team, managed both the generation and transmission operations departments, and worked with Sunflower’s generation expansion task force since May 2001. He will assist with the transition of his duties to Linville and Tamimi during his remaining tenure at Sunflower.

“I cannot express enough gratitude to the Sunflower Board of Directors, both former and current members, for allowing me to spend more than three decades at Sunflower,” Nelson said. “It’s been a rewarding career filled with great people and amazing opportunities and challenges. I’ve taken immense pride in helping Sunflower meet our mission to provide wholesale energy services at the lowest possible cost to our member-owners. It will be hard to leave, but I’m confident Sunflower is in good hands with the recent appointments of Corey and Al.”

Linville joined Sunflower in 1993 and was promoted to vice president of power supply and delivery in 2013. A member of Sunflower’s executive team, his responsibilities have included system operations, resource planning, power contracts, market operations, and member services. As senior vice president and chief operations officer of generation and power supply, he will also lead generation operations and generation engineering.

Tamimi joined Sunflower in 2001 and was promoted to vice president of transmission planning and policy in 2015. Also a member of Sunflower’s executive team, his responsibilities have included planning and designing transmission and distribution facilities, along with engagement in transmission and market policy issues. As senior&nbsp;vice president and chief operations officer of transmission, Tamimi will also lead transmission operations and transmission engineering.

Linville and Tamimi concurred that Nelson’s impact on Sunflower, especially on the operations department, will long remain and are honored to succeed him.

“The decision by the Sunflower board illustrates their dedication and commitment to our member-owners and to the Sunflower staff,” said Steve Epperson, Sunflower’s interim president and CEO. “There is no question that Kyle’s retirement will leave big shoes to fill, so the board chose to make organizational structure changes early to ensure a smooth transition. I have no doubt the appointments of Al and Corey will do just that.”

About Sunflower Electric Power Corporation

 Sunflower Electric Power Corporation, established in 1957, is a regional wholesale generation and transmission supplier dedicated to serving its members by providing reliable power at the lowest possible cost consistent with sound business and cooperative practices.

Sunflower’s member cooperatives include Lane-Scott Electric Cooperative, Inc., Dighton; Pioneer Electric Cooperative, Inc., Ulysses; Prairie Land Electric Cooperative, Inc., Norton; The Victory Electric Cooperative Association, Inc., Dodge City; Western Cooperative Electric Association, Inc., WaKeeney; and Wheatland Electric Cooperative, Inc., Scott City, Kan. Southern Pioneer Electric Company, Ulysses, is also a member of Sunflower.

For more information, visit <a href="https://sunflower.net/">sunflower.net</a>.

<figure>
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 </figure>Sunflower ElectricThe Sunflower Electric Power Corp. board of directors appointed Corey Linville as senior vice president and chief operations officer of generation and power supply and Al Tamimi as senior vice president and chief operations officer of transmission, effective immediately. Linville and Tamimi succeed Kyle Nelson, who will retire at the end of 2024 after 35 years at Sunflower.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695670885186.jpeg" alt="Kyle Nelson, courtesy Sunflower Electric" />
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 </figure>Nelson joined Sunflower in 1989 and was promoted to senior vice president and chief operating officer in 2008. He served on the executive team, managed both the generation and transmission operations departments, and worked with Sunflower’s generation expansion task force since May 2001. He will assist with the transition of his duties to Linville and Tamimi during his remaining tenure at Sunflower.“I cannot express enough gratitude to the Sunflower Board of Directors, both former and current members, for allowing me to spend more than three decades at Sunflower,” Nelson said. “It’s been a rewarding career filled with great people and amazing opportunities and challenges. I’ve taken immense pride in helping Sunflower meet our mission to provide wholesale energy services at the lowest possible cost to our member-owners. It will be hard to leave, but I’m confident Sunflower is in good hands with the recent appointments of Corey and Al.”<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695670791279.jpeg" alt="Corey Linville, courtesy Sunflower Electric&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Corey Linville, courtesy Sunflower Electric&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>Linville joined Sunflower in 1993 and was promoted to vice president of power supply and delivery in 2013. A member of Sunflower’s executive team, his responsibilities have included system operations, resource planning, power contracts, market operations, and member services. As senior vice president and chief operations officer of generation and power supply, he will also lead generation operations and generation engineering.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695670977182.jpeg" alt="Al Tamimi, courtesy Sunflower Electric" />
 <figcaption>Al Tamimi, courtesy Sunflower Electric</figcaption>
 </figure>Tamimi joined Sunflower in 2001 and was promoted to vice president of transmission planning and policy in 2015. Also a member of Sunflower’s executive team, his responsibilities have included planning and designing transmission and distribution facilities, along with engagement in transmission and market policy issues. As senior&nbsp;vice president and chief operations officer of transmission, Tamimi will also lead transmission operations and transmission engineering.Linville and Tamimi concurred that Nelson’s impact on Sunflower, especially on the operations department, will long remain and are honored to succeed him.“The decision by the Sunflower board illustrates their dedication and commitment to our member-owners and to the Sunflower staff,” said Steve Epperson, Sunflower’s interim president and CEO. “There is no question that Kyle’s retirement will leave big shoes to fill, so the board chose to make organizational structure changes early to ensure a smooth transition. I have no doubt the appointments of Al and Corey will do just that.”About Sunflower Electric Power Corporation Sunflower Electric Power Corporation, established in 1957, is a regional wholesale generation and transmission supplier dedicated to serving its members by providing reliable power at the lowest possible cost consistent with sound business and cooperative practices.Sunflower’s member cooperatives include Lane-Scott Electric Cooperative, Inc., Dighton; Pioneer Electric Cooperative, Inc., Ulysses; Prairie Land Electric Cooperative, Inc., Norton; The Victory Electric Cooperative Association, Inc., Dodge City; Western Cooperative Electric Association, Inc., WaKeeney; and Wheatland Electric Cooperative, Inc., Scott City, Kan. Southern Pioneer Electric Company, Ulysses, is also a member of Sunflower. For more information, visit <a href="https://sunflower.net/">sunflower.net</a>.

Sunflower appoints new chief operations officers; Nelson announces retirement

The Hays Public Library has hired a new Public Services Coordinator,&nbsp;who will work with youth and families by connecting them with books and resources as well as facilitating library programs.

Hays native Jenni Rajewski says she is&nbsp;looking forward to working with all the elementary school kids and their parents, as well as working to support the schools in all their activities and educational endeavors.

Rajewski began working at the library on September 11.

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 </figure>HPLThe Hays Public Library has hired a new Public Services Coordinator,&nbsp;who will work with youth and families by connecting them with books and resources as well as facilitating library programs.Hays native Jenni Rajewski says she is&nbsp;looking forward to working with all the elementary school kids and their parents, as well as working to support the schools in all their activities and educational endeavors.Rajewski began working at the library on September 11.

Hays Public Library hires youth public services coordinator

BUNKER HILL - Smoky Hills PBS announced that it is now live streaming on Hulu + Live TV, one of the nation’s largest streaming services for live television with more than 4.5 million subscribers. 

Hulu + Live TV’s subscribers will now have access to inspiring and educational content from Smoky Hills PBS like Traveling Kansas and Doctors On Call along with PBS favorites including&nbsp;<a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3735452-1&amp;h=107279279&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pbs.org%2Fshow%2Fnewshour%2F&amp;a=PBS+NEWSHOUR" target="_blank">PBS NewsHour</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3735452-1&amp;h=1384292231&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pbs.org%2Fshow%2Ffrontline%2F&amp;a=FRONTLINE" target="_blank">FRONTLINE,</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3735452-1&amp;h=2529308816&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pbs.org%2Fshow%2Fantiques-roadshow%2F&amp;a=ANTIQUES+ROADSHOW" target="_blank">Antiques Roadshow,</a>&nbsp;and Smoky Hills PBS KIDS channel.

Participating PBS stations like Smoky Hills PBS will make Hulu + Live TV available in more than 300 markets over the next year. This agreement represents PBS’s continued commitment to make its quality and award-winning content accessible to all Americans on as many digital platforms as possible.

“We are thrilled that one of the largest live TV streaming services is now home to&nbsp;quality local programming from PBS Member Stations,” said&nbsp;PBS Chief Digital and Marketing Officer, Ira Rubenstein. “As more and more households look to digital streaming offerings, this announcement is part of our commitment to meet audiences where they are with the PBS programming they know and love. PBS will continue to make trusted content available to all households across as many platforms as possible. We thank Hulu + Live TV for working with us to provide our viewers with more ways to watch programs through their local PBS station.”

“As one of the largest live TV streaming services in the U.S., we are committed to providing a best-in-class user experience and a premium national and local channel line-up for our millions of subscribers” said&nbsp;Reagan Feeney, SVP, Live TV Content Programming and Partnerships for Hulu.&nbsp;“PBS and PBS KIDS are among the most frequently requested channels by our subscribers and we’re thrilled to add them to our core line-up that now includes more than 90 live channels.”

PBS, PBS KIDS, and local station content is also available on PBS.org and&nbsp;<a href="http://pbskids.org/" target="_blank">pbskids.org</a>, as well as the PBS Video App and PBS KIDS Video app available on iOS, Android, Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Chromecast, and smart TVs from Samsung and Vizio. Local PBS station members are also able to view an extended library of quality public television programming via Passport.&nbsp; Contact Smoky Hills PBS for more details.

<figure>
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 </figure>Smoky Hills PBSBUNKER HILL - Smoky Hills PBS announced that it is now live streaming on Hulu + Live TV, one of the nation’s largest streaming services for live television with more than 4.5 million subscribers. Hulu + Live TV’s subscribers will now have access to inspiring and educational content from Smoky Hills PBS like Traveling Kansas and Doctors On Call along with PBS favorites including&nbsp;<a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3735452-1&amp;h=107279279&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pbs.org%2Fshow%2Fnewshour%2F&amp;a=PBS+NEWSHOUR" target="_blank">PBS NewsHour</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3735452-1&amp;h=1384292231&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pbs.org%2Fshow%2Ffrontline%2F&amp;a=FRONTLINE" target="_blank">FRONTLINE,</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=3735452-1&amp;h=2529308816&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pbs.org%2Fshow%2Fantiques-roadshow%2F&amp;a=ANTIQUES+ROADSHOW" target="_blank">Antiques Roadshow,</a>&nbsp;and Smoky Hills PBS KIDS channel.Participating PBS stations like Smoky Hills PBS will make Hulu + Live TV available in more than 300 markets over the next year. This agreement represents PBS’s continued commitment to make its quality and award-winning content accessible to all Americans on as many digital platforms as possible.“We are thrilled that one of the largest live TV streaming services is now home to&nbsp;quality local programming from PBS Member Stations,” said&nbsp;PBS Chief Digital and Marketing Officer, Ira Rubenstein. “As more and more households look to digital streaming offerings, this announcement is part of our commitment to meet audiences where they are with the PBS programming they know and love. PBS will continue to make trusted content available to all households across as many platforms as possible. We thank Hulu + Live TV for working with us to provide our viewers with more ways to watch programs through their local PBS station.”“As one of the largest live TV streaming services in the U.S., we are committed to providing a best-in-class user experience and a premium national and local channel line-up for our millions of subscribers” said&nbsp;Reagan Feeney, SVP, Live TV Content Programming and Partnerships for Hulu.&nbsp;“PBS and PBS KIDS are among the most frequently requested channels by our subscribers and we’re thrilled to add them to our core line-up that now includes more than 90 live channels.”PBS, PBS KIDS, and local station content is also available on PBS.org and&nbsp;<a href="http://pbskids.org/" target="_blank">pbskids.org</a>, as well as the PBS Video App and PBS KIDS Video app available on iOS, Android, Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Chromecast, and smart TVs from Samsung and Vizio. Local PBS station members are also able to view an extended library of quality public television programming via Passport.&nbsp; Contact Smoky Hills PBS for more details.

Smoky Hills PBS now available to Hulu + Live TV subscribers   

<a href="https://hayspost.com/pages/state-farm-weather-window">For a full look at the weather forecast, click here.</a>

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 </figure><a href="https://hayspost.com/pages/state-farm-weather-window">For a full look at the weather forecast, click here.</a>

Three-day weather outlook

TMP-Marian (3-1, 3-0 MCL) at Russell (2-2,
2-1 MCL) Friday, September 29 - 7 p.m. Russell, Kan. – Shaffer Field Radio: KHAZ (99.5) <a href="https://99kzcountry.com/">CLICK HERE TO LISTEN</a> Video: <a href="https://vcloud.blueframetech.com/broadcast/embed/595456">Monarchs Sports Network CLICK
HERE TO WATCH ($)</a>

The TMP-Marians Monarchs travel to
Russell Friday night for big MCL and 2A district match up between the two longtime
rivals. 

Both teams are looking for a rebound
performance after the Monarchs lost to Scott City last week to drop to 3-1 on
the season while Russell lost their second straight at Beloit.

Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at Shaffer
Field in Russell. Live coverage includes The Monarchs Sports Network and radio.

Friday night’s meeting is the 77th
all-time with TMP leading the series 49-26-1 but Russell has won the last two.

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 </figure>TMP-Marian (3-1, 3-0 MCL) at Russell (2-2,
2-1 MCL) Friday, September 29 - 7 p.m. Russell, Kan. – Shaffer Field Radio: KHAZ (99.5) <a href="https://99kzcountry.com/">CLICK HERE TO LISTEN</a> Video: <a href="https://vcloud.blueframetech.com/broadcast/embed/595456">Monarchs Sports Network CLICK
HERE TO WATCH ($)</a>The TMP-Marians Monarchs travel to
Russell Friday night for big MCL and 2A district match up between the two longtime
rivals. Both teams are looking for a rebound
performance after the Monarchs lost to Scott City last week to drop to 3-1 on
the season while Russell lost their second straight at Beloit.Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at Shaffer
Field in Russell. Live coverage includes The Monarchs Sports Network and radio.<div><iframe src="https://vcloud.blueframetech.com/broadcast/embed/595456?autoplay=1" width="640" height="360" allow="fullscreen;" style="border:0;overflow:hidden;"></iframe></div>Friday night’s meeting is the 77th
all-time with TMP leading the series 49-26-1 but Russell has won the last two.

🏈🎥 TMP opens district play at Russell

Ulysses (0-4, 0-3 GWAC) at Hays High (2-2, 1-1 WAC) Friday, September 29 - 7 p.m. Hays, Kan. – Lewis Field Radio: KFIX (96.9) <a href="https://kfix.com/">CLICK HERE TO LISTEN</a> Video: Hays High Sports Network <a href="https://vcloud.blueframetech.com/broadcast/embed/595465">CLICK HERE TO WATCH ($)</a>

The Hays High Indians are at home for a second straight week
as they host the Ulysses Tigers in a homecoming match up.

After a 2-0 start the Indians are looking to bounce back from
their second straight loss while the Tigers are still looking for their first
win of the season. 

Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at Lewis Field in Hays. Live
coverage includes The Hays High Sports Network and radio.

This is the 13th meeting between Hays and Ulysses. The
Indians lead the series 9 games to 3. Hays won last year’s contest in Ulysses
49-14 and have won the last four in the series. 

Ulysses won the first game played between the two in 1989 by
the score of 26-12. The Tigers and Indians met up each year from 1989 through
1995. Ulysses won the 95 game 13-6…Hays won the five games in between. The two
met up again in 2004 and 2005 in a pair of low scoring affairs…Ulysses winning
14-10 in 2004 and Hayd 3-0 in 2005. They played a pair of one score games in
2008 and 2009…Hays won both 28-21 and 13-9.

The 13th game in this series breaks a tie of 12 games with
Wilson and now is tied with the 13 games played with Hoisington. Hays and the
Cardinals last played in 1980…but the series dates back to 1929 when the
Indians won 6-0. The Cardinals won in 1930…but the two didn’t play again until
1958 and 1959 with Hoisington winning both allowing Hays to score just seven
points in each game. The series took a break until 1964 when Hoisington won
again…but that was their last in the series. Hays won the next nine against
Hoisington…in games played in 1965 through 1969…and games in 1976-77 and 1980.

<figure>
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 </figure>Ulysses (0-4, 0-3 GWAC) at Hays High (2-2, 1-1 WAC) Friday, September 29 - 7 p.m. Hays, Kan. – Lewis Field Radio: KFIX (96.9) <a href="https://kfix.com/">CLICK HERE TO LISTEN</a> Video: Hays High Sports Network <a href="https://vcloud.blueframetech.com/broadcast/embed/595465">CLICK HERE TO WATCH ($)</a>The Hays High Indians are at home for a second straight week
as they host the Ulysses Tigers in a homecoming match up.After a 2-0 start the Indians are looking to bounce back from
their second straight loss while the Tigers are still looking for their first
win of the season. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at Lewis Field in Hays. Live
coverage includes The Hays High Sports Network and radio.This is the 13th meeting between Hays and Ulysses. The
Indians lead the series 9 games to 3. Hays won last year’s contest in Ulysses
49-14 and have won the last four in the series. Ulysses won the first game played between the two in 1989 by
the score of 26-12. The Tigers and Indians met up each year from 1989 through
1995. Ulysses won the 95 game 13-6…Hays won the five games in between. The two
met up again in 2004 and 2005 in a pair of low scoring affairs…Ulysses winning
14-10 in 2004 and Hayd 3-0 in 2005. They played a pair of one score games in
2008 and 2009…Hays won both 28-21 and 13-9.<div><iframe src="https://vcloud.blueframetech.com/broadcast/embed/595465?autoplay=1" width="640" height="360" allow="fullscreen;" style="border:0;overflow:hidden;"></iframe></div>The 13th game in this series breaks a tie of 12 games with
Wilson and now is tied with the 13 games played with Hoisington. Hays and the
Cardinals last played in 1980…but the series dates back to 1929 when the
Indians won 6-0. The Cardinals won in 1930…but the two didn’t play again until
1958 and 1959 with Hoisington winning both allowing Hays to score just seven
points in each game. The series took a break until 1964 when Hoisington won
again…but that was their last in the series. Hays won the next nine against
Hoisington…in games played in 1965 through 1969…and games in 1976-77 and 1980.

🏈🎥 Indians hosts Ulysses in homecoming matchup

On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times, host Gary Shorman speaks with the inaugural Limestone Preservation Award winners Jack and Kathie Crispin.

<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nP_jN_9URlU?si=ZqqKxZsG0lsSpv39" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times, host Gary Shorman speaks with the inaugural Limestone Preservation Award winners Jack and Kathie Crispin.

🎤 Forward Ever: Post Rock Limestone Preservation Award winners Jack, Kathie Crispin

RUSSELL — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has placed Fossil Lake in Russell under a harmful algal bloom warning. Exposure through contact or ingestion can cause illness in animals and humans. 

Boating on Fossil Lake is prohibited until further notice.

According to KDHE, a harmful algae bloom means:

• Water is unsafe for humans or animals. • Avoid all contact with water. • Do not let pets eat dried algae or drink contaminated water. • If fish are caught, clean well with potable water and eat the fillet portion only.

For more information on the risk of Harmful Algae Blooms, visit: <a href="https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/796/Health-Risks-Associated-with-HABs">https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/796/Health-Risks-Associated-with-HABs&nbsp;&nbsp;</a>

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 </figure>City of RussellRUSSELL — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has placed Fossil Lake in Russell under a harmful algal bloom warning. Exposure through contact or ingestion can cause illness in animals and humans. Boating on Fossil Lake is prohibited until further notice.According to KDHE, a harmful algae bloom means:• Water is unsafe for humans or animals. • Avoid all contact with water. • Do not let pets eat dried algae or drink contaminated water. • If fish are caught, clean well with potable water and eat the fillet portion only.For more information on the risk of Harmful Algae Blooms, visit: <a href="https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/796/Health-Risks-Associated-with-HABs">https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/796/Health-Risks-Associated-with-HABs&nbsp;&nbsp;</a>

Fossil Lake in Russell placed under harmful algal bloom warning

The Hays Fire Department responded to a report of a fire in an apartment complex at 527 E. 8th Thursday at approximately 8:28 p.m. 

On arrival, fire crews found smoke and flames coming from the apartment. 

Fire crews deployed an attack line to extinguish the fire and it was quickly brought under control. Crews stayed on scene for several hours to clear out smoke and carbon monoxide gases in neighboring apartments. Fire damage was limited to the original apartment. 

Several occupants were treated on scene with one being transported to the hospital with non-life threating injuries. 

The cause of the fire is determined to be incendiary.&nbsp;

"It was intentionally set," Shane Preston, deputy fire chief said Friday morning. "The incident is currently under investigation by the Hays Fire and Hays Police departments."

The Hays Fire Department would like to thank Ellis County Communications, Ellis County Fire Department Company 5, Ellis County EMS, Hays Police Department, Red Cross, and Midwest Energy for their assistance. 

The Hays Fire Department would like to remind everyone to check smoke and CO alarms to make sure they are functioning correctly. 

Please contact the Hays Fire Department if you are interested in the smoke alarm program at 785-628-7330.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Hays Fire Dept.The Hays Fire Department responded to a report of a fire in an apartment complex at 527 E. 8th Thursday at approximately 8:28 p.m. On arrival, fire crews found smoke and flames coming from the apartment. Fire crews deployed an attack line to extinguish the fire and it was quickly brought under control. Crews stayed on scene for several hours to clear out smoke and carbon monoxide gases in neighboring apartments. Fire damage was limited to the original apartment. Several occupants were treated on scene with one being transported to the hospital with non-life threating injuries. The cause of the fire is determined to be incendiary.&nbsp;"It was intentionally set," Shane Preston, deputy fire chief said Friday morning. "The incident is currently under investigation by the Hays Fire and Hays Police departments."The Hays Fire Department would like to thank Ellis County Communications, Ellis County Fire Department Company 5, Ellis County EMS, Hays Police Department, Red Cross, and Midwest Energy for their assistance. The Hays Fire Department would like to remind everyone to check smoke and CO alarms to make sure they are functioning correctly. Please contact the Hays Fire Department if you are interested in the smoke alarm program at 785-628-7330.&nbsp;

Thursday apartment fire 'intentionally set,' says Hays Fire Department  

At Fort Hays State University, our resolve to outlast and achieve is as firm and steady as our century-old limestone buildings. A great example of this resolve is our history department. Our history program is innovative, student-centered, and growing.

History students delve into the depths of time, grappling with the complexities of the human experience while surrounded by faculty who are always willing to go the extra mile to see students learn, grow, and succeed. With an unwavering dedication to research, critical analysis, and interdisciplinary approaches, our history faculty cultivate a vibrant academic experience.

I know this because I am a collector of student stories. I am often amazed at how frequently I hear from students about how their history classes have positively impacted their lives. At the center of all of these stories are the faculty – their support, encouragement, innovation, and especially how faculty challenge students to work hard and dig deeper.

One of those professors is Hollie Marquess. Hollie, a first-generation college student, grew up in Plainville, Kansas. As a kid, she loved to talk about history with her dad. He taught her to question everything, which turned out to be a very beneficial skill for a future historian.

After high school, she enrolled at FHSU, but not initially as a history major. She was hooked by a lecture on the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire in her “U.S. History Since 1877” class. Hollie changed her major to history and completed both a bachelor's and master’s degree. After she completed her master’s degree, she started teaching online and returned to teach on campus in 2016.

“Rarick and the history program feel like home to me. In one capacity or another, I have been in Rarick for over 20 years,” Hollie shared.

Hollie is also the host of the Victor E. History podcast. The podcast series features about eight episodes per semester. On the podcast, she talks with students about their original research. Students need to have written an excellent research paper to be considered for the podcast, and this experience helps them to think about research in a way that is publicly accessible outside of academia. This is an essential skill for them to learn.

The topics are all fascinating, and the students do a great job. There are also episodes featuring notable alums. For example, this season, season four, Chris Dinkel, the 2023 recipient of the Young Alumni Award, is featured. Chris discusses his experience in our history program, studying for the LSAT, Columbia law, and his case that recently went to the Supreme Court. Season four will also include episodes on women in aviation, childless women in the 19th century, famine and disease in Ireland, and more!

Anyone can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Amazon Music or go to <a href="https://victorehistory.com/">https://victorehistory.com/</a> to subscribe and to get notifications when new episodes are available. Season four features attacks planned on women in aviation, childless women in the 19th century, famine and disease in Ireland, and more!

The Victor E. History podcast began as a conversation between Professor Marquess and FHSU students in the History Club/Phi Alpha Theta. They talked about how she uses podcasts in the classroom, and this sparked her idea to create her own. After some searching, Hollie learned that history departments don’t tend to host podcasts; if they do, the content typically focuses on&nbsp;professors talking about their historical interests. The student-centered Hollie had a different vision.

“I wanted Victor E. History to highlight student research and our alumni doing incredible work,” Hollie said. “One of the things that my department does best is that we are very involved with our students both online and on-campus. The popular perception of historians is that we are dusty curmudgeons who are only interested in our research. That couldn’t be further from the truth in our department.”

Hollie shared that she and her faculty colleagues love getting to know the students and helping them reach their goals. She is proud of the fact that everyone in the department mentors the students throughout their time at FHSU and that mentorship doesn’t stop at graduation. They stay in contact with recent alumni and continue to mentor them as they begin new careers.

FHSU history faculty are also engaged in the larger community. They believe it is essential to expand public knowledge about historical topics.

“One of my proudest moments at FHSU, aside from pride in my students’ work, was bringing Holocaust survivor Gene Klein to campus in 2017. Now, we have Holocaust Remembrance and Education programming every April on campus and in the Hays community,” Hollie said.

Last spring, Hollie joined her colleague Dr. Amber Nickell on a faculty-led study abroad trip to Poland. While in Poland, the students learned about Jewish life before, during, and after the Holocaust. Hollie believes that it was an incredible experience for all of them.

“Watching our students explore places they’ve only ever read about and sharing profound learning experiences with them is worth all the work that goes into a study abroad class,” Hollie said.

This dynamic duo is making plans now to lead study-abroad classes in France, Germany, and Denmark over the next few years.

Hollie and Amber are currently working with senior history major Sarah Keiss on an exciting project.

“Sarah is someone whom I met when she came to do a college visit, and I have seen so much growth in her confidence since she’s been in our program,” Hollie said. “Last year, during our Holocaust Remembrance and Education Events, Stephen Naron of Yale University’s Fortunoff Archives visited Forsyth and was blown away by the exhibit that Sarah had created at her student job. That night, she and Stephen were chatting with Dr. Amber Nickell about how amazing Sarah is and how our trip to Poland with students, including Sarah, helped shape their future careers.”

The three colleagues decided to embark on a project that utilizes the Fortunoff Archives since Forsyth is an access site for them. They decided to focus on using 46 oral history testimonies of Holocaust survivors who settled in the Kansas City area. They are now mapping the movements of these survivors from birth to death and exploring geographic questions that they hope will reveal new knowledge on the Midwest as a place Holocaust survivors settled post-war. They plan to present this work in the spring and will publish the project and a co-written article. They hope the project will be helpful for area teachers in their classrooms.

Professor Hollie Marquess has so many beautiful stories to share about her students. And as I can attest, her students have many stories about Hollie's impact on them. She is an exceptional educator who authentically embraces our culture of care, cultivates intentional relationships, encourages student empowerment, builds self-confidence, fosters critical thinking, creates a nurturing learning environment, and provides an abundance of opportunities to maximize student growth and learning, and by&nbsp;doing so, develops generations primed for success.

Tisa Mason is president of Fort Hays State University.

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 </figure>At Fort Hays State University, our resolve to outlast and achieve is as firm and steady as our century-old limestone buildings. A great example of this resolve is our history department. Our history program is innovative, student-centered, and growing.History students delve into the depths of time, grappling with the complexities of the human experience while surrounded by faculty who are always willing to go the extra mile to see students learn, grow, and succeed. With an unwavering dedication to research, critical analysis, and interdisciplinary approaches, our history faculty cultivate a vibrant academic experience.I know this because I am a collector of student stories. I am often amazed at how frequently I hear from students about how their history classes have positively impacted their lives. At the center of all of these stories are the faculty – their support, encouragement, innovation, and especially how faculty challenge students to work hard and dig deeper.One of those professors is Hollie Marquess. Hollie, a first-generation college student, grew up in Plainville, Kansas. As a kid, she loved to talk about history with her dad. He taught her to question everything, which turned out to be a very beneficial skill for a future historian.After high school, she enrolled at FHSU, but not initially as a history major. She was hooked by a lecture on the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire in her “U.S. History Since 1877” class. Hollie changed her major to history and completed both a bachelor's and master’s degree. After she completed her master’s degree, she started teaching online and returned to teach on campus in 2016.“Rarick and the history program feel like home to me. In one capacity or another, I have been in Rarick for over 20 years,” Hollie shared.Hollie is also the host of the Victor E. History podcast. The podcast series features about eight episodes per semester. On the podcast, she talks with students about their original research. Students need to have written an excellent research paper to be considered for the podcast, and this experience helps them to think about research in a way that is publicly accessible outside of academia. This is an essential skill for them to learn.The topics are all fascinating, and the students do a great job. There are also episodes featuring notable alums. For example, this season, season four, Chris Dinkel, the 2023 recipient of the Young Alumni Award, is featured. Chris discusses his experience in our history program, studying for the LSAT, Columbia law, and his case that recently went to the Supreme Court. Season four will also include episodes on women in aviation, childless women in the 19th century, famine and disease in Ireland, and more!Anyone can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Amazon Music or go to <a href="https://victorehistory.com/">https://victorehistory.com/</a> to subscribe and to get notifications when new episodes are available. Season four features attacks planned on women in aviation, childless women in the 19th century, famine and disease in Ireland, and more!The Victor E. History podcast began as a conversation between Professor Marquess and FHSU students in the History Club/Phi Alpha Theta. They talked about how she uses podcasts in the classroom, and this sparked her idea to create her own. After some searching, Hollie learned that history departments don’t tend to host podcasts; if they do, the content typically focuses on&nbsp;professors talking about their historical interests. The student-centered Hollie had a different vision.“I wanted Victor E. History to highlight student research and our alumni doing incredible work,” Hollie said. “One of the things that my department does best is that we are very involved with our students both online and on-campus. The popular perception of historians is that we are dusty curmudgeons who are only interested in our research. That couldn’t be further from the truth in our department.”Hollie shared that she and her faculty colleagues love getting to know the students and helping them reach their goals. She is proud of the fact that everyone in the department mentors the students throughout their time at FHSU and that mentorship doesn’t stop at graduation. They stay in contact with recent alumni and continue to mentor them as they begin new careers.FHSU history faculty are also engaged in the larger community. They believe it is essential to expand public knowledge about historical topics.“One of my proudest moments at FHSU, aside from pride in my students’ work, was bringing Holocaust survivor Gene Klein to campus in 2017. Now, we have Holocaust Remembrance and Education programming every April on campus and in the Hays community,” Hollie said.Last spring, Hollie joined her colleague Dr. Amber Nickell on a faculty-led study abroad trip to Poland. While in Poland, the students learned about Jewish life before, during, and after the Holocaust. Hollie believes that it was an incredible experience for all of them.“Watching our students explore places they’ve only ever read about and sharing profound learning experiences with them is worth all the work that goes into a study abroad class,” Hollie said.This dynamic duo is making plans now to lead study-abroad classes in France, Germany, and Denmark over the next few years.Hollie and Amber are currently working with senior history major Sarah Keiss on an exciting project.“Sarah is someone whom I met when she came to do a college visit, and I have seen so much growth in her confidence since she’s been in our program,” Hollie said. “Last year, during our Holocaust Remembrance and Education Events, Stephen Naron of Yale University’s Fortunoff Archives visited Forsyth and was blown away by the exhibit that Sarah had created at her student job. That night, she and Stephen were chatting with Dr. Amber Nickell about how amazing Sarah is and how our trip to Poland with students, including Sarah, helped shape their future careers.”The three colleagues decided to embark on a project that utilizes the Fortunoff Archives since Forsyth is an access site for them. They decided to focus on using 46 oral history testimonies of Holocaust survivors who settled in the Kansas City area. They are now mapping the movements of these survivors from birth to death and exploring geographic questions that they hope will reveal new knowledge on the Midwest as a place Holocaust survivors settled post-war. They plan to present this work in the spring and will publish the project and a co-written article. They hope the project will be helpful for area teachers in their classrooms.Professor Hollie Marquess has so many beautiful stories to share about her students. And as I can attest, her students have many stories about Hollie's impact on them. She is an exceptional educator who authentically embraces our culture of care, cultivates intentional relationships, encourages student empowerment, builds self-confidence, fosters critical thinking, creates a nurturing learning environment, and provides an abundance of opportunities to maximize student growth and learning, and by&nbsp;doing so, develops generations primed for success.Tisa Mason is president of Fort Hays State University.

Heart of a Tiger: Bringing history to life

By DIANE GASPER-O’BRIEN Special to Hays Post

There was never any doubt that Terry and Jackie Arndt’s three sons would play soccer while growing up in Wichita.

Or that they would carry on the family tradition and all wear No. 7 jerseys in club soccer, the same number worn by their dad.

Or that they would all aspire to play college ball — like their dad.

But they probably never thought that two of them would end up at the same college, playing different sports.

Middle brother Blake is a 6-foot, 4-inch forward for the Fort Hays State University men’s soccer team and in his fourth season playing for the Tigers. Youngest brother Carson is in his first year as a kicking specialist for the Tiger football team.

Jackie Arndt said their boys were playing soccer almost before they could walk, then began playing competitively at age 4 for the Wichita Cyclones under the watchful eye of their coach and father.

The family lived, ate and breathed soccer while traveling many a mile across the state and to numerous states as well while the boys were growing up.

Even then, it wasn’t a big surprise when Carson decided to pursue football in college after spending the fall semester playing two sports for three years in high school.

Oldest brother Spencer and Blake were right on cue when they took off for college to follow their dreams after successful soccer careers at Wichita Northwest High School.

Carson looked to be on a similar path when he got to play one year of high school soccer with Blake in the fall of 2017.

After Blake took off for college, Carson knew it was up to him to carry on the family name at Northwest High during the next three years.

But it just so happened that the Grizzlies football team needed a kicker his sophomore season.

So Carson decided to give football a try, while also playing his first love — soccer.

That same year, Blake transferred from the University of Central Arkansas to Fort Hays State, where he made an immediate impact with the Tigers.

He was named conference offensive player of the year and newcomer of the year in the GAC/lMIAA following his first season and has racked up numerous team, league and regional honors every year.

And Mom and Dad continued putting lots of miles on their vehicles.

Meanwhile, Wichita Northwest enjoyed a lot of success in football, and Carson lost only three games during his three-year high school career. So he knew he had a couple of options after graduation.

An obvious choice was to follow in his brothers’ and father’s footsteps and pursue the chance to play soccer in college.

But then the COVID-19 pandemic leveled a lot of plans for athletes at all levels.

College players were granted an extra year of eligibility because of COVID, changing the recruitment picture for high school athletes for a couple of years.

The Butler Community College football program in nearby El Dorado showed strong interest in Carson, so he decided to change fields.

Carson had visited FHSU to watch Blake play soccer, and after earning all-conference recognition both years at Butler, he checked out the Tiger football team.

Carson is majoring in construction management, and FHSU features a state-of-the-art facility and one of the best programs in the country in that area.

“I knew Hays was a good town and the football community, too,” he said. “And with Blake being here, I was comfortable with the campus.”

So Carson became a Tiger, won the kicking job in preseason camp and is a perfect 13-for-13 on extra-point attempts this year.

Like Blake, Carson made a splash in the Tigers’ conference immediately. He earned special teams athlete-of-the-week recognition in the MIAA after helping FHSU upset nationally ranked Northwest Missouri State 17-6 during the third game of the season.

Junior Parker Janky recently returned from an injury and is back to taking care of kickoff duties. But Carson will continue to kick extra points and field goals. Blake earned a bachelor’s degree in business management in December 2022 and decided to use his COVID year in soccer this season.

With two sons competing at the same college, Terry and Jackie anticipated the possibility of watching both play in Hays on the same weekend.

So far this season, that hasn’t happened.

The Arndts will participate in FHSU Homecoming activities for the first time and watch Carson kick at Lewis Field Stadium. The Tigers (2-2) take on Lincoln University (0-4) at 7 p.m. Saturday.

The Tiger soccer team (2-5) is on the road for a two-game stand in Arkansas.

With this being Blake’s final year of collegiate soccer, the Arndts usually try to attend most of his soccer games if there is an overlap with football. But they decided to stream Blake’s games this weekend and come to Hays for Carson’s first homecoming at FHSU.

Spencer lives in Wichita but has prior commitments this weekend, so he will stream both teams to watch his brothers’ games.

While Homecoming weekends are always exciting, the Arndts are especially looking forward to Oct. 14.

The Tiger football team will entertain the University of Nebraska-Kearney at 1 p.m. on that Saturday, and FHSU soccer is scheduled to take on Rogers State (Okla.) University at 6 that evening.

“This is pretty neat, both of us being here competing at the same college,” Blake said. “It’s not something a lot of brothers get to do, and we get to experience it for at least one year.”

And you can bet that Terry and Jackie Arndt will be booking a hotel room for Oct. 14 in Hays.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695936633484.jpeg" alt="Brothers Blake and Carson Arndt are starters on two different athletic teams at Fort Hays State University — Blake for the Tiger soccer team and Carson, football. Photos by Ryan Prickett and Gillian Lynch" />
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 </figure>By DIANE GASPER-O’BRIEN Special to Hays PostThere was never any doubt that Terry and Jackie Arndt’s three sons would play soccer while growing up in Wichita.Or that they would carry on the family tradition and all wear No. 7 jerseys in club soccer, the same number worn by their dad.Or that they would all aspire to play college ball — like their dad.But they probably never thought that two of them would end up at the same college, playing different sports.Middle brother Blake is a 6-foot, 4-inch forward for the Fort Hays State University men’s soccer team and in his fourth season playing for the Tigers. Youngest brother Carson is in his first year as a kicking specialist for the Tiger football team.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695936707569.jpeg" alt="Blake and Carson Arndt played one year of high school soccer together before Blake went off to college. Courtesy photo" />
 <figcaption>Blake and Carson Arndt played one year of high school soccer together before Blake went off to college. Courtesy photo</figcaption>
 </figure>Jackie Arndt said their boys were playing soccer almost before they could walk, then began playing competitively at age 4 for the Wichita Cyclones under the watchful eye of their coach and father.The family lived, ate and breathed soccer while traveling many a mile across the state and to numerous states as well while the boys were growing up.Even then, it wasn’t a big surprise when Carson decided to pursue football in college after spending the fall semester playing two sports for three years in high school.Oldest brother Spencer and Blake were right on cue when they took off for college to follow their dreams after successful soccer careers at Wichita Northwest High School.Carson looked to be on a similar path when he got to play one year of high school soccer with Blake in the fall of 2017.After Blake took off for college, Carson knew it was up to him to carry on the family name at Northwest High during the next three years.But it just so happened that the Grizzlies football team needed a kicker his sophomore season.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695936746817.jpeg" alt="Jackie and Terry Arndt, with sons Carson and Blake, have made it a priority to attend as many of their sons’ games as possible from the time they were youngsters. Courtesy photo" />
 <figcaption>Jackie and Terry Arndt, with sons Carson and Blake, have made it a priority to attend as many of their sons’ games as possible from the time they were youngsters. Courtesy photo</figcaption>
 </figure>So Carson decided to give football a try, while also playing his first love — soccer.That same year, Blake transferred from the University of Central Arkansas to Fort Hays State, where he made an immediate impact with the Tigers.He was named conference offensive player of the year and newcomer of the year in the GAC/lMIAA following his first season and has racked up numerous team, league and regional honors every year.And Mom and Dad continued putting lots of miles on their vehicles.Meanwhile, Wichita Northwest enjoyed a lot of success in football, and Carson lost only three games during his three-year high school career. So he knew he had a couple of options after graduation.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695936794100.jpeg" alt="Carson Arndt lost only three games during his kicking career for the Wichita Northwest High School football team. Courtesy photo" />
 <figcaption>Carson Arndt lost only three games during his kicking career for the Wichita Northwest High School football team. Courtesy photo</figcaption>
 </figure>An obvious choice was to follow in his brothers’ and father’s footsteps and pursue the chance to play soccer in college.But then the COVID-19 pandemic leveled a lot of plans for athletes at all levels.College players were granted an extra year of eligibility because of COVID, changing the recruitment picture for high school athletes for a couple of years.The Butler Community College football program in nearby El Dorado showed strong interest in Carson, so he decided to change fields.It’s been a good fit for him.Carson had visited FHSU to watch Blake play soccer, and after earning all-conference recognition both years at Butler, he checked out the Tiger football team.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695936847700.jpeg" alt="Arndt brothers Blake, Carson and Spencer all wore No. 7 jerseys during club soccer, the same number worn by their father in college. Courtesy photo" />
 <figcaption>Arndt brothers Blake, Carson and Spencer all wore No. 7 jerseys during club soccer, the same number worn by their father in college. Courtesy photo</figcaption>
 </figure>Carson is majoring in construction management, and FHSU features a state-of-the-art facility and one of the best programs in the country in that area.“I knew Hays was a good town and the football community, too,” he said. “And with Blake being here, I was comfortable with the campus.”So Carson became a Tiger, won the kicking job in preseason camp and is a perfect 13-for-13 on extra-point attempts this year.Like Blake, Carson made a splash in the Tigers’ conference immediately. He earned special teams athlete-of-the-week recognition in the MIAA after helping FHSU upset nationally ranked Northwest Missouri State 17-6 during the third game of the season.Junior Parker Janky recently returned from an injury and is back to taking care of kickoff duties. But Carson will continue to kick extra points and field goals. Blake earned a bachelor’s degree in business management in December 2022 and decided to use his COVID year in soccer this season.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695936890416.jpeg" alt="Blake Arndt earned all-state honors two years during his high school soccer career before taking his talents to the next level. Courtesy photo" />
 <figcaption>Blake Arndt earned all-state honors two years during his high school soccer career before taking his talents to the next level. Courtesy photo</figcaption>
 </figure>With two sons competing at the same college, Terry and Jackie anticipated the possibility of watching both play in Hays on the same weekend.So far this season, that hasn’t happened.The Arndts will participate in FHSU Homecoming activities for the first time and watch Carson kick at Lewis Field Stadium. The Tigers (2-2) take on Lincoln University (0-4) at 7 p.m. Saturday.The Tiger soccer team (2-5) is on the road for a two-game stand in Arkansas.With this being Blake’s final year of collegiate soccer, the Arndts usually try to attend most of his soccer games if there is an overlap with football. But they decided to stream Blake’s games this weekend and come to Hays for Carson’s first homecoming at FHSU.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695936943052.jpeg" alt="Just like his older brothers, Carson Arndt excelled in soccer growing up before he decided to concentrate on football in college. Courtesy photo" />
 <figcaption>Just like his older brothers, Carson Arndt excelled in soccer growing up before he decided to concentrate on football in college. Courtesy photo</figcaption>
 </figure>Spencer lives in Wichita but has prior commitments this weekend, so he will stream both teams to watch his brothers’ games.While Homecoming weekends are always exciting, the Arndts are especially looking forward to Oct. 14.The Tiger football team will entertain the University of Nebraska-Kearney at 1 p.m. on that Saturday, and FHSU soccer is scheduled to take on Rogers State (Okla.) University at 6 that evening.“This is pretty neat, both of us being here competing at the same college,” Blake said. “It’s not something a lot of brothers get to do, and we get to experience it for at least one year.”And you can bet that Terry and Jackie Arndt will be booking a hotel room for Oct. 14 in Hays.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695936982319.jpeg" alt="The Arndt brothers — Blake, Spencer and Carson — have made a lifetime of following their siblings’ sporting events and still form a close bond today as young adults. Courtesy photo" />
 <figcaption>The Arndt brothers — Blake, Spencer and Carson — have made a lifetime of following their siblings’ sporting events and still form a close bond today as young adults. Courtesy photo</figcaption>
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NWester: Wichita brothers getting kick out of FHSU experience

NAMI Golden Plains, NAMI On Campus at Fort Hays State University, and the FHSU Psychology Club are coming together and sponsoring a walking event to spread mental health awareness.

Anyone is welcome to attend the event, which is taking place on Wednesday, October 4 at 5 p.m. The walk will begin at Frontier Park. 

However, members of NAMI Golden Plains, NAMI On Campus at FHSU, and FHSU Psychology Club will be chalking the walking trail along the dike near Frontier Park with uplifting messages at 3:30 pm, prior to the walk. Anyone is welcome to join that as well!

 There will be water and snacks provided at the event as well as a free will donation to help support the organizations.&nbsp;

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 </figure>SubmittedNAMI Golden Plains, NAMI On Campus at Fort Hays State University, and the FHSU Psychology Club are coming together and sponsoring a walking event to spread mental health awareness. Anyone is welcome to attend the event, which is taking place on Wednesday, October 4 at 5 p.m. The walk will begin at Frontier Park. However, members of NAMI Golden Plains, NAMI On Campus at FHSU, and FHSU Psychology Club will be chalking the walking trail along the dike near Frontier Park with uplifting messages at 3:30 pm, prior to the walk. Anyone is welcome to join that as well! There will be water and snacks provided at the event as well as a free will donation to help support the organizations.&nbsp;

NAMI Walk for Wellness to be held Oct. 4 at Hays Frontier Park

The Post Nine, vintage base ball team of Historic Fort Hays, will play the Hays City 9 team on Saturday, October 14 at 1:00 p.m. The game will take place at Historic Fort Hays.

Since forming the Post Nine club in 2017, suiting up the club with vintage style uniforms, bats and following 1869 ball rules the Post Nine team has hosted and played games with vintage teams from Wichita, Topeka, Denver, Emporia and Hays - Larks Alumni and Hays City 9.

In 2022, a generous donor supplied vintage style shirts and caps for the new Hays City 9 town team players. So, Post Nine players play against other “local boys” in the style of the 1860s!

Historic Fort Hays Post Nine Roster: Travis Gottschalk, Ryan Gottschalk, Justin Gottschalk, Jarrett Sanders, Tanner Willhoft, Lance Geyer, Cam Stramel, Chance Werth and Jeff Green.

The game is free and open to the public. Pack up the family, bring your lawn chairs and join us for afternoon&nbsp;of old-fashioned base ball. Popcorn and water will be supplied.

Fort Hays State Historic Site is located four miles south of I-70 exit 157 at Hays. 

For more information contact Fort Hays Historic Site, 1472 Highway 183 Alt., Hays, KS 67601-9212 at&nbsp; 785-625-6812 or thefort@kshs.org.

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 </figure>SubmittedThe Post Nine, vintage base ball team of Historic Fort Hays, will play the Hays City 9 team on Saturday, October 14 at 1:00 p.m. The game will take place at Historic Fort Hays.Since forming the Post Nine club in 2017, suiting up the club with vintage style uniforms, bats and following 1869 ball rules the Post Nine team has hosted and played games with vintage teams from Wichita, Topeka, Denver, Emporia and Hays - Larks Alumni and Hays City 9.In 2022, a generous donor supplied vintage style shirts and caps for the new Hays City 9 town team players. So, Post Nine players play against other “local boys” in the style of the 1860s!Historic Fort Hays Post Nine Roster: Travis Gottschalk, Ryan Gottschalk, Justin Gottschalk, Jarrett Sanders, Tanner Willhoft, Lance Geyer, Cam Stramel, Chance Werth and Jeff Green.The game is free and open to the public. Pack up the family, bring your lawn chairs and join us for afternoon&nbsp;of old-fashioned base ball. Popcorn and water will be supplied.Fort Hays State Historic Site is located four miles south of I-70 exit 157 at Hays. For more information contact Fort Hays Historic Site, 1472 Highway 183 Alt., Hays, KS 67601-9212 at&nbsp; 785-625-6812 or thefort@kshs.org.

Vintage base ball game Oct. 14 at Historic Fort Hays

By BECKY KISER Hays Post

The annual outdoor water restrictions that began June 1 in Hays will end for the season on Saturday.

Outdoor watering was prohibited between noon and 7 p.m. for both city customers and private well owners.

But Ellis County is in a drought, with conditions ranging from severe to extreme, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor.

If the weather in Hays remains dry and windy, which it sometimes does in October, property owners should water landscape plants and turfgrass, if necessary, early in the morning or at night to make best use of water resources, said Holly Dickman, Hays water conservation specialist.

"Fortunately, with cooler night temperatures and shorter days, the need for supplemental irrigation is greatly reduced," Dickman said. "Always be sure to check the soil first before turning on your irrigation system or garden hose."

If your landscape is stressed and you need to make decisions about what to water versus what not to, Dickman said the top priority should be healthy, established trees.

"Trees are some of the most valuable plants in the landscape and take the longest to get established and mature. Therefore, trees should be considered at the top of the list when it comes to supplemental irrigation during drought,"&nbsp;Dickman said.

Trees may not show drought stress immediately.

"Sometimes it can be years later that the drought stress takes a toll on a tree's overall health," she said.

Dickman said to rank turfgrass at the bottom of your priority list because it's easier to replace and establish, if that becomes necessary.

The following water use prohibitions are effective year-round in Hays:

• No washing down of hardscapes such as sidewalks, parking lots or driveways • No known loss of water through breaks or leaks in plumbing systems • Escape of water from private property onto public property such as sidewalks or into the street gutter from landscape irrigation

For more information about creating a "WaterSmart Landscape" or saving water, go to <a href="https://www.haysusa.com/566/WaterSmart-Landscaping">www.watersmarthays.com</a>.

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 </figure>By BECKY KISER Hays PostThe annual outdoor water restrictions that began June 1 in Hays will end for the season on Saturday.Outdoor watering was prohibited between noon and 7 p.m. for both city customers and private well owners.But Ellis County is in a drought, with conditions ranging from severe to extreme, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor.If the weather in Hays remains dry and windy, which it sometimes does in October, property owners should water landscape plants and turfgrass, if necessary, early in the morning or at night to make best use of water resources, said Holly Dickman, Hays water conservation specialist.<figure>
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 </figure>"Fortunately, with cooler night temperatures and shorter days, the need for supplemental irrigation is greatly reduced," Dickman said. "Always be sure to check the soil first before turning on your irrigation system or garden hose."If your landscape is stressed and you need to make decisions about what to water versus what not to, Dickman said the top priority should be healthy, established trees."Trees are some of the most valuable plants in the landscape and take the longest to get established and mature. Therefore, trees should be considered at the top of the list when it comes to supplemental irrigation during drought,"&nbsp;Dickman said.Trees may not show drought stress immediately."Sometimes it can be years later that the drought stress takes a toll on a tree's overall health," she said.Dickman said to rank turfgrass at the bottom of your priority list because it's easier to replace and establish, if that becomes necessary.The following water use prohibitions are effective year-round in Hays:• No washing down of hardscapes such as sidewalks, parking lots or driveways • No known loss of water through breaks or leaks in plumbing systems • Escape of water from private property onto public property such as sidewalks or into the street gutter from landscape irrigationFor more information about creating a "WaterSmart Landscape" or saving water, go to <a href="https://www.haysusa.com/566/WaterSmart-Landscaping">www.watersmarthays.com</a>.

🎥 Hays' seasonal water restrictions end Sept. 30; city still in drought

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The Robbins Banking Institute Lecture Series to be held Oct. 5 will feature Tom Hoenig, a highly regarded expert on economic and monetary policy. The event, sponsored by FHSU’s Robbins Banking Institute, Kansas Bankers Association, and Fort Hays State Alumni, will focus on information impacting businesses, consumers, and government.

Hoenig, vice chairman/director of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, began that role in 2012. From 1991 to 2011, he served as the eighth president of the Tenth District Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City. Hoenig is a distinguished senior fellow at the Mercatus Center, a George Mason University research center.&nbsp;

FHSU students, faculty, staff, state and local policymakers, bankers, business, and community leaders are invited to attend. Complimentary coffee and breakfast will be provided beginning at 8 a.m. in the Robbins Center at FHSU, One Tiger Place. Hoenig’s keynote address is scheduled for 10 a.m., followed by a question-and-answer session. Closing remarks by Tommy Powell, director of the FHSU Robbins Banking Institute, will conclude the event at 11:45 a.m.

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 </figure>FHSU University RelationsThe Robbins Banking Institute Lecture Series to be held Oct. 5 will feature Tom Hoenig, a highly regarded expert on economic and monetary policy. The event, sponsored by FHSU’s Robbins Banking Institute, Kansas Bankers Association, and Fort Hays State Alumni, will focus on information impacting businesses, consumers, and government.Hoenig, vice chairman/director of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, began that role in 2012. From 1991 to 2011, he served as the eighth president of the Tenth District Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City. Hoenig is a distinguished senior fellow at the Mercatus Center, a George Mason University research center.&nbsp;FHSU students, faculty, staff, state and local policymakers, bankers, business, and community leaders are invited to attend. Complimentary coffee and breakfast will be provided beginning at 8 a.m. in the Robbins Center at FHSU, One Tiger Place. Hoenig’s keynote address is scheduled for 10 a.m., followed by a question-and-answer session. Closing remarks by Tommy Powell, director of the FHSU Robbins Banking Institute, will conclude the event at 11:45 a.m.

FDIC director to provide keynote for Robbins Banking Institute lecture 

The Golden Plains Quilts of Valor group awarded Quilts of Valor to five veterans in Hays recently at the VFW, 2106 Vine.&nbsp; 

United States Army veteran Petty Officer Second Class Marion Miller was awarded a Quilt of Valor from Golden Plains Quilts of Valor on September 18 at the VFW in Hays. Miller served from 1969 to 1975.  The quilt top was made by Edie McQuade with quilting by Amy Schartz Mellor.

United States Army veteran Sergeant Billy Peterson was awarded a Quilt of Valor from Golden Plains Quilts of Valor on September 18 at the VFW in Hays. Peterson served from 1969 to 1970.  The quilt top was made by Linda Shull with quilting by Amy Schartz Mellor.

United States Army veteran Specialist David Schneider was awarded a Quilt of Valor from Golden Plains Quilts of Valor on September 18 at the VFW in Hays. Schneider served from 1970 to 1972.  The quilt top was made by Phyllis Manhart with quilting by Amy Schartz Mellor.

United States Army veteran Sergeant Donald Yost was awarded a Quilt of Valor from Golden Plains Quilts of Valor on September 18 at the VFW in Hays. Yost served from 1999 to 2012.  The quilt top was made by Margaret Evers with quilting by Amy Schartz Mellor.

United States Army veteran Sergeant Jason Schmidt was awarded a Quilt of Valor from Golden Plains Quilts of Valor on September 18 at the VFW in Hays. Schmidt served from 2004 to 2013.  The quilt top was made by Judy Burnette with quilting by Amy Schartz Mellor.

I have information and photographs for each and will be forwarding the information in separate emails.&nbsp;&nbsp;Please feel&nbsp;free to contact me if you have any questions.&nbsp;Thank you so much!Amy Schartz MellorGroup Leader, Golden Plains Quilts of Valor620-617-3627&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Submitted The Golden Plains Quilts of Valor group awarded Quilts of Valor to five veterans in Hays recently at the VFW, 2106 Vine.&nbsp; <figure>
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 </figure>United States Army veteran Petty Officer Second Class Marion Miller was awarded a Quilt of Valor from Golden Plains Quilts of Valor on September 18 at the VFW in Hays. Miller served from 1969 to 1975. The quilt top was made by Edie McQuade with quilting by Amy Schartz Mellor.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695760068964.jpeg" alt="Arlan Nokes,&nbsp;Bernie Haselhorst,&nbsp;Amy Schartz Mellor,&nbsp;Billy Peterson,&nbsp;Virginia Peterson.&nbsp;Courtesy photo" />
 <figcaption>Arlan Nokes,&nbsp;Bernie Haselhorst,&nbsp;Amy Schartz Mellor,&nbsp;Billy Peterson,&nbsp;Virginia Peterson.&nbsp;Courtesy photo</figcaption>
 </figure>United States Army veteran Sergeant Billy Peterson was awarded a Quilt of Valor from Golden Plains Quilts of Valor on September 18 at the VFW in Hays. Peterson served from 1969 to 1970. The quilt top was made by Linda Shull with quilting by Amy Schartz Mellor.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695761089749.jpeg" alt="Phyllis Manhart, David Schneider, Arlan Nokes, Amy Schartz Mellor, Bernie Haselhorst. Courtesy photo" />
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 </figure>United States Army veteran Specialist David Schneider was awarded a Quilt of Valor from Golden Plains Quilts of Valor on September 18 at the VFW in Hays. Schneider served from 1970 to 1972. The quilt top was made by Phyllis Manhart with quilting by Amy Schartz Mellor.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695760417876.jpeg" alt="Bernie Haselhorst,&nbsp;Margaret Evers,&nbsp;Donald Yost,&nbsp;Arlan Nokes,&nbsp;Amy Schartz Mellor.&nbsp;Courtesy photo" />
 <figcaption>Bernie Haselhorst,&nbsp;Margaret Evers,&nbsp;Donald Yost,&nbsp;Arlan Nokes,&nbsp;Amy Schartz Mellor.&nbsp;Courtesy photo</figcaption>
 </figure>United States Army veteran Sergeant Donald Yost was awarded a Quilt of Valor from Golden Plains Quilts of Valor on September 18 at the VFW in Hays. Yost served from 1999 to 2012. The quilt top was made by Margaret Evers with quilting by Amy Schartz Mellor.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695761194523.jpeg" alt="Judy Burnette, Bernie Haselhorst, Jason Schmidt, Amy Schartz Mellor, Arlan Nokes. Courtesy photo" />
 <figcaption>Judy Burnette, Bernie Haselhorst, Jason Schmidt, Amy Schartz Mellor, Arlan Nokes. Courtesy photo</figcaption>
 </figure>United States Army veteran Sergeant Jason Schmidt was awarded a Quilt of Valor from Golden Plains Quilts of Valor on September 18 at the VFW in Hays. Schmidt served from 2004 to 2013. The quilt top was made by Judy Burnette with quilting by Amy Schartz Mellor.I have information and photographs for each and will be forwarding the information in separate emails.&nbsp;&nbsp;Please feel&nbsp;free to contact me if you have any questions.&nbsp;Thank you so much!Amy Schartz MellorGroup Leader, Golden Plains Quilts of Valor620-617-3627&nbsp;&nbsp;

Quilts of Valor gifted to five Hays military veterans at VFW

The United Way of Ellis County announces the opening of the 2024 CARE Council application process. 

Any&nbsp;501(c)(3) that provides services in Ellis County is eligible to apply. The services must meet one of the three&nbsp;criteria of education, health, and financial stability.

The CARE Council is made up of 12 community volunteers who review the applications to determine funding for&nbsp;the United Way of Ellis County, city of Hays social service funds and alcohol tax funds, and Ellis County&nbsp;alcohol tax funds.

The online application for funding can be found at <a href="https://www.liveunited.us/2024-application-funding">https://www.liveunited.us/2024-application-funding</a>.

Deadline for submission is Friday, December 8.

For questions, please contact Erica Berges, executive director, at 785-628-8281 or info@liveunited.us.

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 </figure>United WayThe United Way of Ellis County announces the opening of the 2024 CARE Council application process. Any&nbsp;501(c)(3) that provides services in Ellis County is eligible to apply. The services must meet one of the three&nbsp;criteria of education, health, and financial stability.The CARE Council is made up of 12 community volunteers who review the applications to determine funding for&nbsp;the United Way of Ellis County, city of Hays social service funds and alcohol tax funds, and Ellis County&nbsp;alcohol tax funds.The online application for funding can be found at <a href="https://www.liveunited.us/2024-application-funding">https://www.liveunited.us/2024-application-funding</a>.Deadline for submission is Friday, December 8.For questions, please contact Erica Berges, executive director, at 785-628-8281 or info@liveunited.us.

Ellis County United Way 2024 funding applications now open

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MANHATTAN&nbsp; — Heartland Dermatology Center announced the successful acquisition of Manhattan Dermatology, a strategic move that solidifies our commitment to providing exceptional dermatological care across the Heartland. 

The acquisition, scheduled to be completed on January 2, 2024, marks the beginning of an exciting partnership that brings together two esteemed dermatology practices.

Under the leadership of Dr. David Harden, Manhattan Dermatology has earned a reputation for delivering comprehensive, patient-centered dermatology services. Dr. Harden's dedication to excellence and his skilled team will continue to serve patients with the same unwavering commitment to quality care. This alliance will leverage the combined strengths to elevate the standard of dermatological services available to our patients in the Manhattan area.

In addition to this collaboration, Heartland Dermatology Center is excited to welcome Dr. Jace Rickstrew, M.D. to the team in Manhattan in the summer of 2024. Dr. Rickstrew, a fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon, brings an unparalleled level of expertise in skin cancer surgery and treatment. Dr. Rickstrew will be the only fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon in the Manhattan area. His addition to Heartland Dermatology will further enhance the scope and depth of services available to our patients.

This acquisition embodies our vision of uniting the best in dermatology to provide excellence in comprehensive dermatology care that is convenient and accessible to Kansans. We would like to extend our gratitude to the patients and communities we serve for their unwavering support.

About Heartland Dermatology Center:

Heartland Dermatology Center is the leading dermatology practice in Kansas. Heartland has been serving Kansas families since 1977. 

The practice currently owns and operates convenient locations throughout Kansas in Salina, Hays, Great Bend, Wichita, Newton, Dodge City, Garden City, and several outreach clinics.

Heartland is committed to setting the standard for excellence in dermatologic care throughout the Heartland by the provision of high-quality comprehensive medical, surgical, pathology and cosmetic services that are patient-centered, convenient, and accessible. For more information about Heartland Dermatology, visit <a href="https://heartland-derm.com/">www.heartland-derm.com</a>.

Manhattan Dermatology, led by David Harden, M.D., is a prominent dermatology practice renowned for its patient-centric approach in Manhattan and surrounding communities. With a&nbsp;focus on patient care and a team of experienced professionals, Manhattan Dermatology has been committed to delivering exceptional dermatology care to its patients.

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 </figure>SubmittedMANHATTAN&nbsp; — Heartland Dermatology Center announced the successful acquisition of Manhattan Dermatology, a strategic move that solidifies our commitment to providing exceptional dermatological care across the Heartland. The acquisition, scheduled to be completed on January 2, 2024, marks the beginning of an exciting partnership that brings together two esteemed dermatology practices.Under the leadership of Dr. David Harden, Manhattan Dermatology has earned a reputation for delivering comprehensive, patient-centered dermatology services. Dr. Harden's dedication to excellence and his skilled team will continue to serve patients with the same unwavering commitment to quality care. This alliance will leverage the combined strengths to elevate the standard of dermatological services available to our patients in the Manhattan area.In addition to this collaboration, Heartland Dermatology Center is excited to welcome Dr. Jace Rickstrew, M.D. to the team in Manhattan in the summer of 2024. Dr. Rickstrew, a fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon, brings an unparalleled level of expertise in skin cancer surgery and treatment. Dr. Rickstrew will be the only fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon in the Manhattan area. His addition to Heartland Dermatology will further enhance the scope and depth of services available to our patients.This acquisition embodies our vision of uniting the best in dermatology to provide excellence in comprehensive dermatology care that is convenient and accessible to Kansans. We would like to extend our gratitude to the patients and communities we serve for their unwavering support.About Heartland Dermatology Center:Heartland Dermatology Center is the leading dermatology practice in Kansas. Heartland has been serving Kansas families since 1977. The practice currently owns and operates convenient locations throughout Kansas in Salina, Hays, Great Bend, Wichita, Newton, Dodge City, Garden City, and several outreach clinics. Heartland is committed to setting the standard for excellence in dermatologic care throughout the Heartland by the provision of high-quality comprehensive medical, surgical, pathology and cosmetic services that are patient-centered, convenient, and accessible. For more information about Heartland Dermatology, visit <a href="https://heartland-derm.com/">www.heartland-derm.com</a>.About Manhattan Dermatology:Manhattan Dermatology, led by David Harden, M.D., is a prominent dermatology practice renowned for its patient-centric approach in Manhattan and surrounding communities. With a&nbsp;focus on patient care and a team of experienced professionals, Manhattan Dermatology has been committed to delivering exceptional dermatology care to its patients.