Hays Bobcat is looking for a mechanic. Must have a clean MVR and tools will be required. We are willing to train the right person. Come in for an application. 

Give us a call at 785-621-4841 or stop by our location at 600 East 8th Street in Hays!

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Hays Police Department activity log: Sept. 14-20, 2025

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Kansas is not only a great destination for those seeking a friendly and affordable place to live, but it's also one of the best states to start a new career as a nurse. 

Over the next decade, nursing positions in Kansas are projected to grow to a 7% vacancy, creating numerous opportunities in the healthcare field. If you're exploring nursing programs in Kansas, you'll find a wide range of options, both on-campus and online.

Fort Hays State University's nursing program was ranked #3 by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.registerednursing.org/">Registerednursing.org</a>&nbsp;for 2026.

<a href="https://www.registerednursing.org/">Registerednursing.org</a> presents the definitive rankings of Best Nursing Schools in Kansas, helping prospective nursing students make informed educational choices.

These rankings focus exclusively on NCLEX (National Council Licensure Examination) pass rates, providing a critical metric for program evaluation. By highlighting top-performing nursing programs, we empower students to select institutions with proven track records of student success. 

Our comprehensive analysis is available at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.registerednursing.org/rn-ranking-methodology/">https://www.registerednursing.org/rn-ranking-methodology/</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>SubmittedKansas is not only a great destination for those seeking a friendly and affordable place to live, but it's also one of the best states to start a new career as a nurse. Over the next decade, nursing positions in Kansas are projected to grow to a 7% vacancy, creating numerous opportunities in the healthcare field. If you're exploring nursing programs in Kansas, you'll find a wide range of options, both on-campus and online.Fort Hays State University's nursing program was ranked #3 by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.registerednursing.org/">Registerednursing.org</a>&nbsp;for 2026.<h2>2026 Best Nursing Schools in Kansas</h2><figure>
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FHSU Nursing School recognized among best nursing programs in Kansas for 2026

There will be a VFW Stars and Stripes Breakfast from 7:30 a.m. to noon on Sunday, Oct. 12 at VFW Post 9076, 2106 Vine, Hays. Advance ticket sale proceeds go to the Cancer Council of Ellis County.

Advance Ticket Prices: $11.50 for Adults, $6.50 for 5 to 11 year old, Kids under 5 are FREE. 

Contact the Cancer Council of Ellis County for tickets at 785-625-6653. Also, enjoy a raffle and bake sale the day of the breakfast. 

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 </figure>SubmittedThere will be a VFW Stars and Stripes Breakfast from 7:30 a.m. to noon on Sunday, Oct. 12 at VFW Post 9076, 2106 Vine, Hays. Advance ticket sale proceeds go to the Cancer Council of Ellis County.Advance Ticket Prices: $11.50 for Adults, $6.50 for 5 to 11 year old, Kids under 5 are FREE. Contact the Cancer Council of Ellis County for tickets at 785-625-6653. Also, enjoy a raffle and bake sale the day of the breakfast. Cancer CA$H tickets will be available.

VFW breakfast to benefit Cancer Council of Ellis County

By BECKY KISER Hays Post

The rain keeps on falling in Hays this week.

The two-day total official amount measured at K-State Agricultural Research Center Tuesday at 9 a.m. was 0.83 inches.

The Eagle Media Center, 2300 Hall, had 0.47 inches Monday.&nbsp;

Hays is currently exceeding the 158-year cumulative average moisture for the month and year-to-date.

Ellis County is in a <a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/c2059a92-a027-492c-af83-566142288b3c">Flash Flood Watch</a> until 1 p.m. Tuesday.&nbsp;

The<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/22be5363-ea33-4b33-9810-623feeff0709"> three-day weather forecast </a>calls for showers through Wednesday with a sunny sky on Thursday.

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 </figure>By BECKY KISER Hays Post The rain keeps on falling in Hays this week.The two-day total official amount measured at K-State Agricultural Research Center Tuesday at 9 a.m. was 0.83 inches.The Eagle Media Center, 2300 Hall, had 0.47 inches Monday.&nbsp;Hays is currently exceeding the 158-year cumulative average moisture for the month and year-to-date.<figure>
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 </figure>Ellis County is in a <a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/c2059a92-a027-492c-af83-566142288b3c">Flash Flood Watch</a> until 1 p.m. Tuesday.&nbsp;The<a href="https://hayspost.com/posts/22be5363-ea33-4b33-9810-623feeff0709"> three-day weather forecast </a>calls for showers through Wednesday with a sunny sky on Thursday.

More rain falls in Hays Sunday and Monday; Flash Flood Watch until 1 p.m.

On this episode of the Hays Post Podcast, news reporter Becky Kiser talks with the new executive director of the Hays Arts Council, Chandler Reich, and board president Brittney Squire.

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🎙 Post Podcast: New Hays Arts Council Executive Director Chandler Reich

By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays Post

The Hays school board approved a contract to remove mastic containing asbestos from underneath tiles at the new Hays Middle School.

The motion for the contract with&nbsp;ACM Removal LLS for&nbsp;$69,480 passed on a vote of 6-1, but it was that one no vote that resulted in some heated discussion.

The district has worked for many years to remove asbestos from all of its buildings.&nbsp;

The asbestos at the former Hays High building is contained in the glue that holds the floor tiles in place. Because the tile covered the glue, it was not considered to be a danger.

However, because the tile is being removed for the renovation of the former high school into a middle school, it needed to be remediated.

Chris Hipp, assistant superintendent of business services, said the district was able to contract directly with&nbsp;ACM Removal for less than it could through Nabholz Construction, its construction manager at risk. The asbestos abatement and tile removal had been budgeted at $80,000.

Board member Allen Park questioned the existence of the asbestos in the building. He said the building was too new to contain asbestos, and the district's paperwork did not indicate any asbestos in that building.

Superintendent Ron Wilson informed Park that the material had been tested and does contain asbestos.

Park voted against the bid for the asbestos removal.

Board member Ruth Ruder called Park out for his lone no vote.

"What would have happened if we had all voted no? Would we be in trouble from the health and human services department for not removing asbestos that is known?" Ruder said.

"Are you just voting no to [satisfy] the public, because you're not spending money?" she said.

"I am not an expert in these fields. I rely on Nabholz. I rely on Bill [Jeter]," she said. "I rely on Chris (Hipp) to know his job. I can't know all of these jobs. Every week we come here and we get these no votes on things that should not be voted no on just to [satisfy] the taxpayer to say, 'I didn't vote on it.'"

"You have a right to vote the way you want, but I am sick and tired of coming here every week and there's a no vote on something. That isn't right for the public. It isn't right for our kids, and it isn't right for our employees who work for this school district," Ruder said.

Park said he has a problem with the process.&nbsp;

"I'm not voting that we shouldn't do it," he said. "I'm voting this process to do this. This process we don't know for sure. They say it is, but I have some doubts."

"I'm No. 1 on safety," Park said. ... "For you to say that is not appropriate."

Park aslo voted against a $88,347 change order for the new high school.

The items included: • Concession receptacles • Polished concrete revisions • The addition of gates for the football stadium • ˙Football field scoreboard power revision • A clarification to the architect's instructions • Directional striping for the parking lot to improve traffic flow&nbsp;

Most of the change order items have already been completed.&nbsp;

Wilson said most of the items needed to be completed within about a week of the school's opening, and there was not enough time to bring the items to the board for approval before they were finished.

Board Vice President Ken Brooks asked Park what he would have changed had he had the change orders in advance.

Ruder said the change orders needed to be completed for the safety of the students.

The board unanimously approved a marketing partnership with Pizza Management for Pizza Hut signage in the Hays High School Gold Gym. The company will pay $7,500 for a three-year contract.

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 </figure>By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays PostThe Hays school board approved a contract to remove mastic containing asbestos from underneath tiles at the new Hays Middle School.The motion for the contract with&nbsp;ACM Removal LLS for&nbsp;$69,480 passed on a vote of 6-1, but it was that one no vote that resulted in some heated discussion.The district has worked for many years to remove asbestos from all of its buildings.&nbsp;The asbestos at the former Hays High building is contained in the glue that holds the floor tiles in place. Because the tile covered the glue, it was not considered to be a danger.However, because the tile is being removed for the renovation of the former high school into a middle school, it needed to be remediated.Chris Hipp, assistant superintendent of business services, said the district was able to contract directly with&nbsp;ACM Removal for less than it could through Nabholz Construction, its construction manager at risk. The asbestos abatement and tile removal had been budgeted at $80,000.Board member Allen Park questioned the existence of the asbestos in the building. He said the building was too new to contain asbestos, and the district's paperwork did not indicate any asbestos in that building.Superintendent Ron Wilson informed Park that the material had been tested and does contain asbestos.Park voted against the bid for the asbestos removal.Board member Ruth Ruder called Park out for his lone no vote."What would have happened if we had all voted no? Would we be in trouble from the health and human services department for not removing asbestos that is known?" Ruder said."Are you just voting no to [satisfy] the public, because you're not spending money?" she said."I am not an expert in these fields. I rely on Nabholz. I rely on Bill [Jeter]," she said. "I rely on Chris (Hipp) to know his job. I can't know all of these jobs. Every week we come here and we get these no votes on things that should not be voted no on just to [satisfy] the taxpayer to say, 'I didn't vote on it.'""You have a right to vote the way you want, but I am sick and tired of coming here every week and there's a no vote on something. That isn't right for the public. It isn't right for our kids, and it isn't right for our employees who work for this school district," Ruder said.Park said he has a problem with the process.&nbsp;"I'm not voting that we shouldn't do it," he said. "I'm voting this process to do this. This process we don't know for sure. They say it is, but I have some doubts.""I'm No. 1 on safety," Park said. ... "For you to say that is not appropriate."Park aslo voted against a $88,347 change order for the new high school.The items included: • Concession receptacles • Polished concrete revisions • The addition of gates for the football stadium • ˙Football field scoreboard power revision • A clarification to the architect's instructions • Directional striping for the parking lot to improve traffic flow&nbsp;Most of the change order items have already been completed.&nbsp;Wilson said most of the items needed to be completed within about a week of the school's opening, and there was not enough time to bring the items to the board for approval before they were finished.Board Vice President Ken Brooks asked Park what he would have changed had he had the change orders in advance.Ruder said the change orders needed to be completed for the safety of the students.The board unanimously approved a marketing partnership with Pizza Management for Pizza Hut signage in the Hays High School Gold Gym. The company will pay $7,500 for a three-year contract.

Board member calls out fellow member after repeated no votes, including 1 on asbestos removal

Volga German Centennial Association&nbsp;

The Volga German Centennial Association has released the full schedule of events for the 2025 Oktoberfest Hays, a two-day festival celebrating the region's deep-rooted history, heritage, and homecoming traditions.

The free-to-attend event is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 26, and Saturday, Sept. 27, in Municipal Park, located in downtown Hays.

The celebration begins Sept. 26, with grounds opening at 9:00 a.m.

Official festivities commence with the Opening Ceremony at 10:30 a.m., followed by the traditional Tapping of the Keg at 11 a.m.

The afternoon is dedicated to a series of spirited, adults-only competitions, with registration for all games starting at 1 p.m. at the Oktoberfest HQ tent.

At 2 p.m., contestants will test their strength in the Masskrugstemmen, a traditional stein-holding contest.

This is followed by the Deutch Hops Contest at 4 p.m., a timed relay race.

At 5 p.m., teams of two will compete in the OktoberFEAST Contest.

The first day of the festival will conclude at 7 p.m.

The festivities continue Saturday, Sept. 27, starting at 10 a.m.

The morning will be highlighted by the Fort Hays State University Homecoming Parade at 11 a.m., followed by the official Oktoberfest Day 2 Welcome at 11:45 a.m.

The afternoon will feature a Cornhole Tournament at noon. Registration at 11 a.m. at Oktoberfest HQ.

Family-friendly activities are a focus for Saturday, with kids' games and entertainment running from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., including a German Freeze Game, Pumpkin Pass and a Pumpkin Rolling Contest.

Bounce houses will also be available for children on Saturday only, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

A major new addition to this year's festival is the inaugural “Battle of the Bierock,” sponsored by Lewis Automotive of Hays.

The competition, which invites Oktoberfest vendors to vie for the title of "Best Bierock," is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. on Saturday.

"We are incredibly excited to introduce the 'Battle of the Bierock' to this year's festivities," said Emily Knowles, event coordinator. "It's a great way to celebrate a beloved local food and add a new layer of friendly competition and bragging rights to the event. We can't wait to see which vendor is crowned as the winner."

Live entertainment will be featured throughout the two-day event. Friday's musical guests include the Ron Werth Band, German Tuba, Rice County Line and Steel Skarecrow.

On Saturday, the Ron Werth Band and Rice County Line will return to the stage.

In addition to the scheduled events, attendees can enjoy activities throughout the park, including the Beer Puppeteers, a High Striker game and Mug Toss.

"Oktoberfest is a time-honored tradition in Hays, and we are proud to continue to host this event for the community," said Amanda Rupp, president of the Volga German Centennial Association. "We invite everyone to come out and enjoy the food, music, and festivities as we celebrate our shared heritage. There truly is something for everyone to enjoy."

The 2025 Oktoberfest will close at 6 p.m. on Saturday.

For a complete schedule of events and further details, please visit <a href="https://www.oktoberfesthays.com/">oktoberfesthays.com</a>.

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 </figure>Volga German Centennial Association&nbsp;The Volga German Centennial Association has released the full schedule of events for the 2025 Oktoberfest Hays, a two-day festival celebrating the region's deep-rooted history, heritage, and homecoming traditions.The free-to-attend event is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 26, and Saturday, Sept. 27, in Municipal Park, located in downtown Hays.The celebration begins Sept. 26, with grounds opening at 9:00 a.m.Official festivities commence with the Opening Ceremony at 10:30 a.m., followed by the traditional Tapping of the Keg at 11 a.m.The afternoon is dedicated to a series of spirited, adults-only competitions, with registration for all games starting at 1 p.m. at the Oktoberfest HQ tent.At 2 p.m., contestants will test their strength in the Masskrugstemmen, a traditional stein-holding contest.This is followed by the Deutch Hops Contest at 4 p.m., a timed relay race.At 5 p.m., teams of two will compete in the OktoberFEAST Contest.The first day of the festival will conclude at 7 p.m.The festivities continue Saturday, Sept. 27, starting at 10 a.m.The morning will be highlighted by the Fort Hays State University Homecoming Parade at 11 a.m., followed by the official Oktoberfest Day 2 Welcome at 11:45 a.m.The afternoon will feature a Cornhole Tournament at noon. Registration at 11 a.m. at Oktoberfest HQ.Family-friendly activities are a focus for Saturday, with kids' games and entertainment running from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., including a German Freeze Game, Pumpkin Pass and a Pumpkin Rolling Contest.Bounce houses will also be available for children on Saturday only, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.A major new addition to this year's festival is the inaugural “Battle of the Bierock,” sponsored by Lewis Automotive of Hays.The competition, which invites Oktoberfest vendors to vie for the title of "Best Bierock," is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. on Saturday."We are incredibly excited to introduce the 'Battle of the Bierock' to this year's festivities," said Emily Knowles, event coordinator. "It's a great way to celebrate a beloved local food and add a new layer of friendly competition and bragging rights to the event. We can't wait to see which vendor is crowned as the winner."Live entertainment will be featured throughout the two-day event. Friday's musical guests include the Ron Werth Band, German Tuba, Rice County Line and Steel Skarecrow.On Saturday, the Ron Werth Band and Rice County Line will return to the stage.In addition to the scheduled events, attendees can enjoy activities throughout the park, including the Beer Puppeteers, a High Striker game and Mug Toss."Oktoberfest is a time-honored tradition in Hays, and we are proud to continue to host this event for the community," said Amanda Rupp, president of the Volga German Centennial Association. "We invite everyone to come out and enjoy the food, music, and festivities as we celebrate our shared heritage. There truly is something for everyone to enjoy."The 2025 Oktoberfest will close at 6 p.m. on Saturday.For a complete schedule of events and further details, please visit <a href="https://www.oktoberfesthays.com/">oktoberfesthays.com</a>.

Oktoberfest Hays announces 2025 schedule featuring new 'Battle of the Bierock' competition

The City of Hays has announced its 2025 Annual Fall Cleanup will begin Monday, Oct. 20. This popular city-wide service provides residential customers with an opportunity to dispose of bulky items, excess refuse, and other large materials not collected during the regular weekly trash service.

To participate, residents must place all items for collection at their regular trash pickup location, either at the curb or in the alley, no later than 7 a.m. on Oct. 20. Residents are asked to put items out for collection no earlier than Oct. 17.

The cleanup consists of a single, comprehensive sweep through the entire city.

City crews will not follow a set neighborhood schedule and are unable to predict when they will arrive at a specific residence.

"The Annual Fall Cleanup is a partnership between the city and its residents to maintain the beauty and safety of our community," said Joe Billinger, solid waste superintendent. "It’s a great chance to address property cleanup projects before winter. We handle the disposal, and we rely on our residents to properly prepare their items so our crews can move through the city safely and efficiently."

To ensure a smooth process, residents are required to sort waste into four distinct piles:

· Construction and Demolition Debris: Includes items like lumber, drywall, bricks, wire, and sinks. A maximum limit of five pallets will be collected.

· Tree Limbs and Brush: Includes branches and brush no larger than 6 inches in diameter and no longer than 12 feet. This year general yard waste will not be collected, residents must instead use the compost site or the yard waste tag program.

· White Goods/Metals: Includes appliances like refrigerators and dryers, as well as metal siding, guttering, and swing sets.

· Municipal Waste: This category includes all other allowable items, such as furniture, carpet and mattresses.

Certain items that require special handling will not be collected, including tires, hazardous waste materials (paint, chemicals, oil), batteries of any kind and medical waste.

For a complete list of guidelines, sorting instructions, and details on disposing of prohibited items, residents are encouraged to visit <a href="http://www.haysusa.com/303/Annual-Fall-Cleanup">www.haysusa.com/303/Annual-Fall-Cleanup</a>.

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 </figure>City of HaysThe City of Hays has announced its 2025 Annual Fall Cleanup will begin Monday, Oct. 20. This popular city-wide service provides residential customers with an opportunity to dispose of bulky items, excess refuse, and other large materials not collected during the regular weekly trash service.To participate, residents must place all items for collection at their regular trash pickup location, either at the curb or in the alley, no later than 7 a.m. on Oct. 20. Residents are asked to put items out for collection no earlier than Oct. 17.The cleanup consists of a single, comprehensive sweep through the entire city.City crews will not follow a set neighborhood schedule and are unable to predict when they will arrive at a specific residence."The Annual Fall Cleanup is a partnership between the city and its residents to maintain the beauty and safety of our community," said Joe Billinger, solid waste superintendent. "It’s a great chance to address property cleanup projects before winter. We handle the disposal, and we rely on our residents to properly prepare their items so our crews can move through the city safely and efficiently."To ensure a smooth process, residents are required to sort waste into four distinct piles:· Construction and Demolition Debris: Includes items like lumber, drywall, bricks, wire, and sinks. A maximum limit of five pallets will be collected.· Tree Limbs and Brush: Includes branches and brush no larger than 6 inches in diameter and no longer than 12 feet. This year general yard waste will not be collected, residents must instead use the compost site or the yard waste tag program.· White Goods/Metals: Includes appliances like refrigerators and dryers, as well as metal siding, guttering, and swing sets.· Municipal Waste: This category includes all other allowable items, such as furniture, carpet and mattresses.Certain items that require special handling will not be collected, including tires, hazardous waste materials (paint, chemicals, oil), batteries of any kind and medical waste.For a complete list of guidelines, sorting instructions, and details on disposing of prohibited items, residents are encouraged to visit <a href="http://www.haysusa.com/303/Annual-Fall-Cleanup">www.haysusa.com/303/Annual-Fall-Cleanup</a>.

City of Hays announces dates for 2025 Annual Fall Cleanup

Hays High DECA is excited to host the food drive that benefits the Community Assistance Center. 

This year's food drive, Trick or Treat So Others Can Eat, will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 14, with the collections beginning at 6 p.m. and ending by 9 p.m.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Youth and adult volunteers from Hays give of their time to make this food drive a success.

 To assure residents that the items collected are for the Community Assistance Center, all volunteers will be wearing an identification badge with their group name clearly printed. Please leave items on the porch if donors will not be home or do not want someone to ring the doorbell.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Possible items to donate include canned fruits and vegetables, boxed food items such Hamburger Helper or mac and cheese, jars of baby food, and any non-perishable food items. 

Any house missed or those living in a rural area may take food items to the Community Assistance Center in Hays located at 12th and Oak until noon Nov. 28.

If civic organizations or groups are interested in helping with food collection, please contact Shaina Prough at Hays High School, 785-623-2600.&nbsp;

If you prefer to make a cash donation, volunteers can accept cash or check donations the day of the food drive. Checks are always welcome and can be made payable to the Community Assistance Center and may be mailed to their address at 208 E. 12th St. Hays, KS 67601.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Community Assistance Center is a 501 (C) 3 nonprofit organization that helps Ellis County families &amp; individuals of low or no income, transients, homeless, &amp; disaster victims with food, clothing, and household items. The Community Assistance Center does not receive any federal, state, county or local funds and is funded by donations only.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Hays High DECAHays High DECA is excited to host the food drive that benefits the Community Assistance Center. This year's food drive, Trick or Treat So Others Can Eat, will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 14, with the collections beginning at 6 p.m. and ending by 9 p.m.&nbsp;&nbsp;Youth and adult volunteers from Hays give of their time to make this food drive a success. To assure residents that the items collected are for the Community Assistance Center, all volunteers will be wearing an identification badge with their group name clearly printed. Please leave items on the porch if donors will not be home or do not want someone to ring the doorbell.&nbsp;&nbsp;Possible items to donate include canned fruits and vegetables, boxed food items such Hamburger Helper or mac and cheese, jars of baby food, and any non-perishable food items. Any house missed or those living in a rural area may take food items to the Community Assistance Center in Hays located at 12th and Oak until noon Nov. 28.If civic organizations or groups are interested in helping with food collection, please contact Shaina Prough at Hays High School, 785-623-2600.&nbsp;If you prefer to make a cash donation, volunteers can accept cash or check donations the day of the food drive. Checks are always welcome and can be made payable to the Community Assistance Center and may be mailed to their address at 208 E. 12th St. Hays, KS 67601.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Community Assistance Center is a 501 (C) 3 nonprofit organization that helps Ellis County families &amp; individuals of low or no income, transients, homeless, &amp; disaster victims with food, clothing, and household items. The Community Assistance Center does not receive any federal, state, county or local funds and is funded by donations only.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Trick or Treat So Others Can Eat set for Oct. 14 in Hays 

<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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Three-day weather outlook

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Kaiser Liquor, Pit Road Liquor, Toby Jugs finalists named for Yuengling Flight Golf Cart Giveaway

By TONY GUERRERO Hays Post

Hays hit a high of 81 Sunday, according to the K-State Ag Research Center.

By 9 a.m. on Saturday, Hays received 2.1 inches of rain.

Hays received no rain as of 9 a.m. today. Hays has received 3.06 inches in the month of September and 19.84 inches of precipitation year to date.&nbsp;

On average, Hays receives 2.24 inches of rain in September and 19.84 inches of moisture year to date by the end of the month. 

The forecast for today is mostly sunny, with a high of 88 and up to a 90% chance of storms and heavy rain, with a low of 61. Winds are expected to be around 9 mph.

More heavy rain is expected Tuesday, with a high of 70, and with more chance of storms at night.

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 </figure>By TONY GUERRERO Hays PostHays hit a high of 81 Sunday, according to the K-State Ag Research Center.By 9 a.m. on Saturday, Hays received 2.1 inches of rain.Hays received no rain as of 9 a.m. today. Hays has received 3.06 inches in the month of September and 19.84 inches of precipitation year to date.&nbsp;On average, Hays receives 2.24 inches of rain in September and 19.84 inches of moisture year to date by the end of the month. The forecast for today is mostly sunny, with a high of 88 and up to a 90% chance of storms and heavy rain, with a low of 61. Winds are expected to be around 9 mph.More heavy rain is expected Tuesday, with a high of 70, and with more chance of storms at night.

Hays receives weekend rain; more expected Tuesday

By JOHN P. TRETBAR Eagle Media

OPEC+ output increases got started early, as Iraq jumps the gun. Reuters cites Iraq's oil marketing company reporting its crude shipments increasing 20,000 to 25,000 barrels a day. The move follows the agreement last month by eight cartel members to collectively raise output by 137,000 barrels a day starting in October.

The European Union over the weekend bowed to pressure from President Trump and proposed sanctions for Chinese firms buying Russian oil. The measures also includes new banking sanctions, and if approved would blacklist additional companies aiding Russia’s military.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Selling high and buying low nets the government one and a quarter billion dollars. Add another half million barrels to the Strategic Petroleum Reserves. SPR refills in the last year total over 25 million barrels. Since refill operations resumed in April of last year the total is 41.8 million barrels, at markdowns of more than $30 a barrel.

Commercial stockpiles dropped more than two percent from a week ago and 0.5% &nbsp;from a year ago.&nbsp; The Energy Information Administration reports inventories of 415.4 million as of September 12. EIA says stockpiles are about five percent below the five year seasonal average.

US crude production for the week through September 12 averaged 13,482,000 barrels per day, down 13-thousand barrels per day from the week before. The four-week and year-to-date averages remain about two percent higher than a year ago.

After dropping by one third the week before, crude-oil exports nearly doubled last week, and almost surpassed imports. The Energy Information Administration reports average exports topped five million barrels a day for only the second time this year at 5.2 million. That's the highest report since December of 2023.

US refiners imported 5.7 million barrels of crude per day last week, down by more than half a million from a week ago. The four-week average is own 2.4% year over year.

Thus, the US is a net crude importer, but only by 415,000 barrels a day, the smallest such comparison since EIA began tracking weekly net imports.

Out of 17 completed wells reported in Kansas this week, seven are dry holes and five are service wells. Independent Oil and Gas Service reports seven well-completions in eastern Kansas and ten West of Wichita. That's 841 wells so far this year compared to 992 a year ago at this time. Total activity statewide is down by a third from last year, with 25 percent fewer wildcat wells, and total footage down by 40 percent.

Kansas regulators okayed 11 new drilling locations this week, 510 so far this year, compared to over 750 a year ago. There are four new permits east of Wichita and seven in Western Kansas, including one in Ellis County.

The Kansas Rig Count from Independent Oil and Gas Service is up one at six rigs in eastern Kansas and unchanged at ten rigs west of Wichita. The total is down 20 percent from a month ago and 27 percent from a year ago.

The US Rotary Rig Count from Baker Hughes rises by two oil rigs to a total of 542 active rigs. The gas tally is unchanged. Wyoming and Colorado each rose by two rigs. Texas and Louisiana were each down one rig.

A newly formed company is about to spud new ground in Greenland, the first US public company to do so. The move could reshape the industry and marketplace across the Arctic and around the globe. The Greenland Energy Company has already gained the needed government approvals and is now building the first service roads into the Jameson Land Basin in East Greenland. Seismic research suggests there are more than 50 potential oil and gas drilling targets involving recoverable resources in the multi-billion-barrel range.

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 </figure>By JOHN P. TRETBAR Eagle MediaOPEC+ output increases got started early, as Iraq jumps the gun. Reuters cites Iraq's oil marketing company reporting its crude shipments increasing 20,000 to 25,000 barrels a day. The move follows the agreement last month by eight cartel members to collectively raise output by 137,000 barrels a day starting in October.The European Union over the weekend bowed to pressure from President Trump and proposed sanctions for Chinese firms buying Russian oil. The measures also includes new banking sanctions, and if approved would blacklist additional companies aiding Russia’s military.&nbsp;&nbsp;Selling high and buying low nets the government one and a quarter billion dollars. Add another half million barrels to the Strategic Petroleum Reserves. SPR refills in the last year total over 25 million barrels. Since refill operations resumed in April of last year the total is 41.8 million barrels, at markdowns of more than $30 a barrel.Commercial stockpiles dropped more than two percent from a week ago and 0.5% &nbsp;from a year ago.&nbsp; The Energy Information Administration reports inventories of 415.4 million as of September 12. EIA says stockpiles are about five percent below the five year seasonal average.US crude production for the week through September 12 averaged 13,482,000 barrels per day, down 13-thousand barrels per day from the week before. The four-week and year-to-date averages remain about two percent higher than a year ago.After dropping by one third the week before, crude-oil exports nearly doubled last week, and almost surpassed imports. The Energy Information Administration reports average exports topped five million barrels a day for only the second time this year at 5.2 million. That's the highest report since December of 2023.US refiners imported 5.7 million barrels of crude per day last week, down by more than half a million from a week ago. The four-week average is own 2.4% year over year.Thus, the US is a net crude importer, but only by 415,000 barrels a day, the smallest such comparison since EIA began tracking weekly net imports.Out of 17 completed wells reported in Kansas this week, seven are dry holes and five are service wells. Independent Oil and Gas Service reports seven well-completions in eastern Kansas and ten West of Wichita. That's 841 wells so far this year compared to 992 a year ago at this time. Total activity statewide is down by a third from last year, with 25 percent fewer wildcat wells, and total footage down by 40 percent.Kansas regulators okayed 11 new drilling locations this week, 510 so far this year, compared to over 750 a year ago. There are four new permits east of Wichita and seven in Western Kansas, including one in Ellis County.The Kansas Rig Count from Independent Oil and Gas Service is up one at six rigs in eastern Kansas and unchanged at ten rigs west of Wichita. The total is down 20 percent from a month ago and 27 percent from a year ago.The US Rotary Rig Count from Baker Hughes rises by two oil rigs to a total of 542 active rigs. The gas tally is unchanged. Wyoming and Colorado each rose by two rigs. Texas and Louisiana were each down one rig.A newly formed company is about to spud new ground in Greenland, the first US public company to do so. The move could reshape the industry and marketplace across the Arctic and around the globe. The Greenland Energy Company has already gained the needed government approvals and is now building the first service roads into the Jameson Land Basin in East Greenland. Seismic research suggests there are more than 50 potential oil and gas drilling targets involving recoverable resources in the multi-billion-barrel range.

News from the Oil Patch: Spudding new ground in Greenland

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Ellis County Sheriff's activity log: Sept. 14-20, 2025

BY: TIM CARPENTER <a href="https://kansasreflector.com/2025/09/18/kansas-board-of-regents-proposes-budget-cut-seeks-reading-and-energy-investment/">Kansas Reflector</a>

Public higher education board offers ‘fiscally responsible’ spending plan

TOPEKA — The Kansas Board of Regents answered political pressure to avoid aggressive 2026 budget requests for public universities and colleges by endorsing a plan calling for a $4.6 million cut from the current year’s state appropriation.

Blake Benson, chairman of the Kansas higher education board, praised the cooperative effort during the past three months to shrink the size of a preliminary version of the budget drafted in June. The final $1.1 billion budget outline recognized that massive, aspirational spending requests for higher education were unlikely to be warmly received by lawmakers during the legislative session starting in January, he said.

“The message was loud and clear that this budget needed to look much more like this,” Benson said. “The regents carefully evaluated our system’s needs and priorities and developed a request that meets those while remaining fiscally responsible.”

The state’s higher education system has continued to face financial pressure from rising operational costs and limited flexibility to respond to emerging needs.

John Dicus, a Topeka banker and member of the Board of Regents, said the budget plan was a collaboration among the Board of Regents, campus administrators, the governor’s budget director and Republican leaders in the House and Senate.

“This is something we tried to vet with them this year to make sure we got across the finish line,” Dicus said.

In a previous meeting on the budget, Dicus said overly ambitious spending proposals from college and university administrators could trigger further budget cuts. He said maintaining existing levels of state aid for higher education would be viewed as success in 2026.

The Board of Regents, with authority over 32 universities, community colleges and technical colleges, voted to ask the governor and legislators to invest $5.5 million in the Blueprint for Literacy next year. It’s a state-created program to overhaul K-12 reading instruction in Kansas to reverse student academic deficiencies.

The 2025 Legislature dropped funding for Blueprint for Literacy. Residual funding from an initial $10 million state appropriation for the program kept it from going dark.

“This is a nationwide problem and some states are putting in a lot more money than we do,” said Kathy Wolfe Moore, a former Democratic House member who was appointed to the Board of Regents in 2024. “We have to approve the Blueprint for Literacy and go after it with a vengeance in the state Legislature. This is foundational.”

The Board of Regents requested $15 million be invested in $5 million increments on energy research at the University of Kansas, Kansas State University and Wichita State University. KU would concentrate on energy production, while K-State would focus on nuclear power. WSU researchers would delve into alternative energy sources.

The proposed budget included $4 million each for the three smaller state institutions — Pittsburg State University, Fort Hays State University and Emporia State University.

Blake Flanders, president and CEO of the Board of Regents, said the budget included $16.3 million in ongoing support to recruit, retain and graduate students at technical colleges, community colleges and the universities.

The plan included $2 million to help with degree completion for Kansans with some college experience but no diploma. It contained $1.5 million for Washburn University to address workforce development.

He said the budget request recognized state tax dollars would need to be matched with $3 million or $4 million from the universities.

“We’re asking for a portion and a partnership,” Flanders said. “That’s a partnership that functions when both parties are participating.”

The comprehensive budget proposal for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2026, must be submitted to the governor’s office by Oct. 1. The Republican-controlled House and Senate would review and modify budgets for higher education, and the Legislature’s bill would be subject to line-item vetoes by the Democratic governor.

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 <figcaption>Blake Benson, chairman of the Kansas Board of Regents, says a modest $4.6 million cut in state aid to higher education may be palatable to the Kansas Legislature, which is likely to pursue greater budget austerity in the upcoming session. In this image, Benson tours the Wichita State University campus with other members of the Board of Regents in October 2024. (Tim Carpenter/Kansas Reflector)</figcaption>
 </figure>BY: TIM CARPENTER <a href="https://kansasreflector.com/2025/09/18/kansas-board-of-regents-proposes-budget-cut-seeks-reading-and-energy-investment/">Kansas Reflector</a><h2>Public higher education board offers ‘fiscally responsible’ spending plan</h2>TOPEKA — The Kansas Board of Regents answered political pressure to avoid aggressive 2026 budget requests for public universities and colleges by endorsing a plan calling for a $4.6 million cut from the current year’s state appropriation.Blake Benson, chairman of the Kansas higher education board, praised the cooperative effort during the past three months to shrink the size of a preliminary version of the budget drafted in June. The final $1.1 billion budget outline recognized that massive, aspirational spending requests for higher education were unlikely to be warmly received by lawmakers during the legislative session starting in January, he said.“The message was loud and clear that this budget needed to look much more like this,” Benson said. “The regents carefully evaluated our system’s needs and priorities and developed a request that meets those while remaining fiscally responsible.”The state’s higher education system has continued to face financial pressure from rising operational costs and limited flexibility to respond to emerging needs.John Dicus, a Topeka banker and member of the Board of Regents, said the budget plan was a collaboration among the Board of Regents, campus administrators, the governor’s budget director and Republican leaders in the House and Senate.“This is something we tried to vet with them this year to make sure we got across the finish line,” Dicus said.In a previous meeting on the budget, Dicus said overly ambitious spending proposals from college and university administrators could trigger further budget cuts. He said maintaining existing levels of state aid for higher education would be viewed as success in 2026.The Board of Regents, with authority over 32 universities, community colleges and technical colleges, voted to ask the governor and legislators to invest $5.5 million in the Blueprint for Literacy next year. It’s a state-created program to overhaul K-12 reading instruction in Kansas to reverse student academic deficiencies.The 2025 Legislature dropped funding for Blueprint for Literacy. Residual funding from an initial $10 million state appropriation for the program kept it from going dark.“This is a nationwide problem and some states are putting in a lot more money than we do,” said Kathy Wolfe Moore, a former Democratic House member who was appointed to the Board of Regents in 2024. “We have to approve the Blueprint for Literacy and go after it with a vengeance in the state Legislature. This is foundational.”The Board of Regents requested $15 million be invested in $5 million increments on energy research at the University of Kansas, Kansas State University and Wichita State University. KU would concentrate on energy production, while K-State would focus on nuclear power. WSU researchers would delve into alternative energy sources.The proposed budget included $4 million each for the three smaller state institutions — Pittsburg State University, Fort Hays State University and Emporia State University.Blake Flanders, president and CEO of the Board of Regents, said the budget included $16.3 million in ongoing support to recruit, retain and graduate students at technical colleges, community colleges and the universities.The plan included $2 million to help with degree completion for Kansans with some college experience but no diploma. It contained $1.5 million for Washburn University to address workforce development.He said the budget request recognized state tax dollars would need to be matched with $3 million or $4 million from the universities.“We’re asking for a portion and a partnership,” Flanders said. “That’s a partnership that functions when both parties are participating.”The comprehensive budget proposal for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2026, must be submitted to the governor’s office by Oct. 1. The Republican-controlled House and Senate would review and modify budgets for higher education, and the Legislature’s bill would be subject to line-item vetoes by the Democratic governor.

Kansas Board of Regents proposes budget cut, seeks reading and energy investment

Kansas Department of Transportation

TOPEKA — The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) extends its appreciation for employees celebrating state service anniversaries in October. KDOT is proud to acknowledge them for the long-term dedication they have provided to the state of Kansas. 

Listed below are the employees and their hometowns.&nbsp;

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&nbsp;FHSU Science and Mathematics Education Institute

Fort Hays State University’s first Science Café for this semester is set for Monday, Sept. 29.

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

Dr. Brooke Mann, FHSU assistant professor of psychology and the director of clinical psychology graduate program, along with Dr. Jessica Phelan, assistant professor of health and human performance, will discuss the issues of food, body, and health.

Many individuals grapple with conflicting messages about food, body image, and health.&nbsp; This presentation will review relevant research and discuss the concept of eating competence—a holistic approach that fosters a harmonious relationship with food and eating habits, with a focus on practical applications.

Please note, while drinks will be available for purchase,&nbsp;NO FOOD WILL BE SERVED&nbsp;during Science Café’s 2025-2026.

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

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 </figure>&nbsp;FHSU Science and Mathematics Education InstituteFort Hays State University’s first Science Café for this semester is set for Monday, Sept. 29.This month’s presentation, “Eating Well, Living Well,”&nbsp;is sponsored by FHSU’s Science and Mathematics Education Institute (SMEI) and will begin at 7 p.m. at The Venue in Thirsty’s Brew Pub &amp; Grill, 2704 Vine.Dr. Brooke Mann, FHSU assistant professor of psychology and the director of clinical psychology graduate program, along with Dr. Jessica Phelan, assistant professor of health and human performance, will discuss the issues of food, body, and health.Many individuals grapple with conflicting messages about food, body image, and health.&nbsp; This presentation will review relevant research and discuss the concept of eating competence—a holistic approach that fosters a harmonious relationship with food and eating habits, with a focus on practical applications.Please note, while drinks will be available for purchase,&nbsp;NO FOOD WILL BE SERVED&nbsp;during Science Café’s 2025-2026.Science Café presentations are free and open to the public. Questions can be directed to Cari Rohleder at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cbrohleder@fhsu.edu">cbrohleder@fhsu.edu</a>&nbsp;or 785-628-4743 or by visiting:<a target="_blank" href="https://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=u001.7LNxDHQVpzCjONIZ4OYIqhxD-2BcQjFgIRBovAML9-2BM4eClLu2fQOOHuiGSFsY2VCCCRja_1ix3pnygukYWZfKiCJpm8BsHsayWXlw0ucteiDEo46fRc0p9DVWJmv2prlqkbHR6S2dsrJiXPEopagJAn55fgrGOya21Ubchf288oY8AFP4iYaBJwhylwdd5l9F7UOfOdULSTjyrQA8Ma7cQfMS04Rpc4lzNZCY9gfUtQAkfQEfYoCrSuax-2BS3hXAEOA7mg9eeawAABBLlRuFUwMkTeKEKU1SBTj4YMTXr9-2B4LepwXRSLjQRQVi7cCJGclFgODoqodHdsfmnqWL7rpzwG2jPsFjMueJQ8ViZa1PhWY9qBEPZmwfj15RbRPDB-2FFjxQSGea-2B4GD7oQem8Fz2w9XJr5zU92tjFQM9V5RUbz3tW5tEFwOdGIz3W-2BpHef9ZcnpXH8">www.fhsu.edu/smei</a> <a target="_blank" href="https://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=u001.7LNxDHQVpzCjONIZ4OYIqr-2FPdmUUcPHBpOR8JTzWlI2AUSE-2B0-2BRQ5oKpx2jcvODLi45-_1ix3pnygukYWZfKiCJpm8BsHsayWXlw0ucteiDEo46fRc0p9DVWJmv2prlqkbHR6S2dsrJiXPEopagJAn55fgrGOya21Ubchf288oY8AFP4iYaBJwhylwdd5l9F7UOfOdULSTjyrQA8Ma7cQfMS04Rpc4lzNZCY9gfUtQAkfQEfYoCrSuax-2BS3hXAEOA7mg9eeawAABBLlRuFUwMkTeKEBvzr-2B-2BoeAiUbD7GeQBlzj4VFVvcp8lospHJyrInxrwkNCnBLkjQLOqhfeWkH0gDBY6xDg0S5Wzu8sS5In-2F-2FBa0TUuoO27orJiHYd1TZJv-2B-2FURY1FZcV0ewOTOnrGiWe0GYZTiDp8PSn3VFBpiOMHqOLFNY5Xv4kk0ORuAs6kKCJ">www.x.com/FHSUScienceCafe</a> <a target="_blank" href="https://link.mediaoutreach.meltwater.com/ls/click?upn=u001.7LNxDHQVpzCjONIZ4OYIqgHG-2B9GDc8KXBqj4fLXNv8t-2BV6Hb4Q5M0d-2FSyU8hjsQrSc6LVzLLvmFtB9JY8b1rMg-3D-3DOZUY_1ix3pnygukYWZfKiCJpm8BsHsayWXlw0ucteiDEo46fRc0p9DVWJmv2prlqkbHR6S2dsrJiXPEopagJAn55fgrGOya21Ubchf288oY8AFP4iYaBJwhylwdd5l9F7UOfOdULSTjyrQA8Ma7cQfMS04Rpc4lzNZCY9gfUtQAkfQEfYoCrSuax-2BS3hXAEOA7mg9eeawAABBLlRuFUwMkTeKEL6G74FYv69tQKVRPUE8cc4ApJiv-2FlmhAe7nFmA2pnLoVan4o00wd4zikdSmSsSKZ7NkkUlk1fK9hPQ3VqY08MEVdw4QWB6yGWQvvtb7yTqiVemhxR46u2pXqmmHBH3RQ4grrttbhmr5C-2BERJtvoKqfHwFbxFM8B-2FQVqTfODVn93">www.facebook.com/FHSUScienceCafe</a>

Eating well, living well topic for August FHSU Science Cafe

WAKEENEY —&nbsp;We are hosting a double feature at the Trego SkyView Drive-in in WaKeeney on Sat., Sept. 27. Movies shown will be Hocus Pocus &amp; The Little Shop of Horrors.&nbsp; Gate opens at 6:30 p.m. at Interstate 70 Exit 128 &amp; 260th Ave.

This is an effort to raise funds to finish our project and get the drive-in fully functional come spring. We only have the audio/visual equipment and restrooms (that aren't porta-potties) to purchase. All proceeds will go towards those endeavors.



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 </figure>Submitted WAKEENEY —&nbsp;We are hosting a double feature at the Trego SkyView Drive-in in WaKeeney on Sat., Sept. 27. Movies shown will be Hocus Pocus &amp; The Little Shop of Horrors.&nbsp; Gate opens at 6:30 p.m. at Interstate 70 Exit 128 &amp; 260th Ave.This is an effort to raise funds to finish our project and get the drive-in fully functional come spring. We only have the audio/visual equipment and restrooms (that aren't porta-potties) to purchase. All proceeds will go towards those endeavors.

Spooky double feature at Trego SkyView Drive-In Theater set as fundraiser  

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First Care Clinic, Inc. is excited to welcome Ashley Alonso, nurse practitioner, to our dedicated medical team. Ashley will be seeing patients at First Care Clinic Express Care, located at 1301 Main Street in Hays, where she will treat patients with acute, non-emergency issues such as minor illnesses, infections, and injuries.

Ashley brings experience in family medicine and urgent care, and a passion for providing high-quality, patient-centered care. She earned her master of science degree with a family nurse practitioner concentration from the University of Central Missouri.

First Care Clinic CEO Eric Flax stated, “We are very excited to have Ashley join our clinic! As someone who grew up in Hays, her decision to return home and care for this community speaks volumes about her character and dedication. We are fortunate to have her on our team.”

“We are proud to welcome Ashley to our Express Care team,” said Medical Director Dr. Christine Fisher. “Express Care is an important resource for our patients who need quick access to treatment for unexpected illnesses and minor injuries. Ashley’s knowledge and compassion will help us continue to deliver the high-quality, timely care that our community depends on.”

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 </figure>First Care ClinicFirst Care Clinic, Inc. is excited to welcome Ashley Alonso, nurse practitioner, to our dedicated medical team. Ashley will be seeing patients at First Care Clinic Express Care, located at 1301 Main Street in Hays, where she will treat patients with acute, non-emergency issues such as minor illnesses, infections, and injuries.Ashley brings experience in family medicine and urgent care, and a passion for providing high-quality, patient-centered care. She earned her master of science degree with a family nurse practitioner concentration from the University of Central Missouri.First Care Clinic CEO Eric Flax stated, “We are very excited to have Ashley join our clinic! As someone who grew up in Hays, her decision to return home and care for this community speaks volumes about her character and dedication. We are fortunate to have her on our team.”“We are proud to welcome Ashley to our Express Care team,” said Medical Director Dr. Christine Fisher. “Express Care is an important resource for our patients who need quick access to treatment for unexpected illnesses and minor injuries. Ashley’s knowledge and compassion will help us continue to deliver the high-quality, timely care that our community depends on.”Express Care is located at the corner of 13th and Main, in Hays. Operating hours are Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. To schedule, patients can call First Care Clinic at 785-621-4990.First Care Clinic accepts all major insurances, and a sliding fee scale discount is available to those who qualify.ABOUT FIRST CARE CLINIC, INC.First Care Clinic is a federally qualified health center, with over ninety employees across their three locations in Hays, providing services for people of all ages, regardless of a patient’s ability to pay. They provide family medicine, express care, pharmaceutical, behavioral health, and family dentistry services.First Care Clinic welcomes all patients and accepts all major insurances. A sliding fee scale discount is also available to those who qualify. Patients can request an appointment at firstcareclinic.com or by calling First Care Clinic a 785-621-4990.

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